Events

This year’s annual “2012 Cabbagetown Tour of Homes” is currently seeking volunteers to participate in this year’s exciting tour! There are currently 8 fantastic homes this year to showcase. The Cabbagetown Preservation Association is now looking for volunteers to make this another spectacular year! Volunteers will receive a complimentary ticket to see all the homes following the public viewing — from 4pm to 5pm. An “After Tour Party” with homeowners at a residence in the Cabbagetown neighbourhood will follow after, with details of the party to be released upon confirmation of your volunteer status. Tickets go on sale soon at …

At the Cabbagetown Youth Centre’s free Performing Arts Camp, 150 kids get to participate in the arts every summer. Campers will show what they learned at the Rosedale Heights School of the Arts, when the camp holds its annual year-end performance. The little ones all from the Cabbagetown, St. James Town and Regent Park communities will showcase their talents in dance, drama, vocals and songwriting. The performing arts camp is one of several initiatives the CYC holds each year to give children within the community a chance to develop and learn new skills from positive elements. You can catch “Timeless”, …

Heritage Toronto will be holding two plaque presentations this month at: 1. Church of St. Nicholas on August 9, 2012 2. Riverdale Heritage Conservation District & the Riverdale Railway Station on August 25, 2012 Click on the PDF files below to view full flyers. [Church of St. Nicholas] [Riverdale Heritage Conservation District & Riverdale Railway Station]

WHEN: Saturday August 11, 2012 WHERE: Inside the gates of the St. James Cemetery (Parliament Street, north of Wellesley Street, east side) TIME: 1:30 pm 2012 not only marks the bicentennial of the War of 1812, it is also the 175th anniversary of the Rebellion of 1837. Come hear the story of the Rebellion like you’ve never heard it before by standing by the grave of many of the main actors on both sides of the conflict. This walk will take you to both Cabbagetown cemeteries: first the St. James Cemetery and then the Necropolis. Both cemeteries are only a …

Drop off your old books — starting now! This is how it works … Starting right now and up to Aug 18th , we are accepting donations of your already-read books. (No text books or magazines please!). Just pop them in a bag and drop them off at 204 Seaton Street any time in the designated bin. Include a note with your books showing: your name your address your email address We’ll email your voucher to you! You get a voucher for your donation, depending on how many books you donate: donate 1 book, and get a voucher for 1 …

It’s that time of the year again! The annual Cabbagetown Community Yard Sale will be taking place THIS Saturday, May 26, 2012 Place: Cabbagetown South area, bordered by Sherbourne to Parliament, Carlton to Shuter. Time: 9am – 3pm Cost: FREE. Please REGISTER ONLINE at www.cabbagetownsouth.ca Point of Contact/Organizer: Jennifer or by leaving a message below Every year, Cabbagetown residents are encouraged to take part in this exciting Multi Family Event, where thousands of unwanted gems and unique treasures are found a new home. This is a fun and practical way to get involved in the community. I encourage everyone to …

The Cabbagetown South Residents’ Association would like to invite Everyone and the Tenants of the Toronto Community Housing, to join them for their Spring Safety Walk this Thursday, May 24th at 6:15pm to 8:30pm. Residents of Cabbagetown South, along with Sgt. Hayles from Toronto Police 51 Division – Community Response Unit, will meet and lead at Dundas and Oskenonton Lane (between Sherbourne and Seaton Street). The walk will head North along the lane, and end at the Beer Store. This is an interactive walk, where questions are welcome as we walk through one of Cabbagetown South Laneways. Everyone is welcome …

On Saturday, April 21st, groups across Toronto are gathering to clean up public spaces in their neighbourhoods.  The DVCRA has registered as a community clean up hub and we need your help! Please bring your gloves, maybe a small shovel, broom or dust pan if you have one and we’ll give Cabbagetown a good spring cleaning! We have some litter bags from the City (though feel free to bring your own) and will hand them out at on April 21st at 10:00am at the North East corner of Winchester and Parliament (the old Coffee Time). The goal is to clean …

Are you an early riser?  Want to get in on some free movies? Join us on the morning of Saturday October 22 at all Cineplex Entertainment theatres for Community Day in support of Starlight Children’s Foundation. Doors open at 8:30 am with a great selection of FREE movies beginning at 9:00am. Plus, enjoy a regular popcorn, regular fountain drink and selected candy for only 2 DOLLARS each with 100% of the proceeds donated to Starlight Children’s Foundation! Click here o find a theatre near you! Enjoy!  

“Towards Recovery” is a propsed methadone clinic which would be located at the corner of Dundas Street and Ontario Street. Local residents, police from 51 Division and our City councillor, Pam McConnell are distressed by their arrival. A public meeting for all Cabbagetown residents will take place Thursday, October 13th at 7pm at the Daniels Corporation Presentation Centre (500 Dundas). This is an information session to tell you what’s happening and to plan the community’s response. THIS IS A MATTER OF COMMUNITY SAFETY.  The proposed site (corner of Dundas and Ontario) is beside a street car stop, just down the road from a day care, …