“Mosaic Home Care – A tour of our Wonderful City” June 2019

A Guide for Members, Families and Caregivers

Food Festivals

Event Details: Who doesn’t love a good food festival? is known for its summer food festivals. Here are a few to check out to kick off the summer this June!

1. Burgermania Yum, burgers! When: May 31st to June 2nd, 2019 (Friday & Saturday from 11am to 10pm, Sunday from 11am to 8pm) Where: 1 Dundas St E, Yonge & Dundas Square Cost: Free Admission, cost of food varies (anywhere from $4 - $8) Information: Website: https://www.burgermania.ca/

2. The Mac + Cheese Festival Come try some cheesy mac n’ cheese! When: June 7th to June 9th, 2019 Where: , 255 Bremner Blvd Cost: Free Admission, cost of food varies Information: Website: http://themacandcheesefestival.com/

3. Taco Fest Toronto Why not get taco wild this June? You deserve it. When: June 14th to 16th (Friday & Saturday from 11am to 11pm & Sunday from 11am to 8:30pm) Specific time slots available for tickets* Where: The West Island at Ontario Place, 955 Lake Shore Blvd W Cost: From Admission $9.95 (anywhere from $4 - $8) Information: Website: https://thetacofest.ca/

4. Wine & Spirit Festival For all the wine wanna-be connoisseurs, this one’s for you. When: June 14th to 15th , 2019 Where: , 11 Dockside Dr Cost: $23 Information: Website: https://www.showpass.com/wine-spirit-festival- saturday-2/

Charity Walks

Event Details: Walk run for a cause this summer. Register for one of the following June charity walks! 1. Toronto Brain Tumour Walk Join the movement to end all brain tumours! This is the 25th anniversary of this charity walk so bring your loved ones and show up for a special cause! Instructions on how to register or donate to this walk are available on the website. When: June 1st, 2019 8:30am to TBD (walk starts at 9:45am) Where: David Pecaut Square, 215 King St W Cost: Register for free as an individual or a group and set a fundraising goal (register via the website link) Information: Website: https://secure2.convio.net/btfc/site/TR?fr_id=1601&pg=entry Email: [email protected] Phone: 1-800-265-5106 ext. 229

2. World Partnership Walk Come walk for a great cause on Sunday, June 9th! The funds

raised will go directly to the Aga Khan Foundation Canada’s development programs in Africa and Asia. Some of these programs include education, food security and economic opportunities. When: June 9th, 2019 at 9am to 4pm Where: David Pecaut Square, 215 King St W Cost: Register for free as an individual or a group and set a fundraising goal (register via the website link) Information: Website: https://www.worldpartnershipwalk.com/en/walk- cities/toronto Phone: 1-800-267-2532

3. Do It For Dads Walk Run Hosted by Prostate Cancer Canada Join thousands this summer as they walk to raise money for prostate cancer research. This walk is held on Father’s Day and

invites families out to raise awareness for the leading cause of

cancer in men. When: Sunday June 16th, 2019 from 8:30am to 12:30pm Where: Ashbridges Bay Park, 1675 Lakeshore Blvd E Cost: Register fee $35 free (register via the website link) Information: Website: www.doitfordads.ca Email: [email protected] Phone: 416-441-2131

Art Events & Markets

Event Details: Art always brings people together, why not experience what the city has to offer this summer at one of these events?

1. Luminato Festival The Luminato Festival is one of Canada’s largest art shows with artists showcasing their work from over 40 different countries. Artists create their installations in front of spectators in an old powerplant. Come observe theatre, dance and art all in once place. When: June 7th to 23rd, 2019 All week from 12pm to 8pm Where: Various venues in Toronto, check website Cost: Starts at $35 + Information: Website: https://luminatofestival.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: 416-368-3100 (administrative) 416-368-4849 (box office)

2. Rosedale Art Fair If you love art, this is the place for you. The Rosedale Main Street BIA will be hosting a two-day art fair to showcase the talented work of new Toronto artists. Upcoming and local artists will be showcasing their work at Scrivener Square under a white tent. When: June 8th to 9th, 2019 Saturday from 11am to 6:00pm & Sunday 12:00pm to 5:00pm Where: Participating stores and merchants along Yonge Street from Crescent Road to Woodlawn Avenue Cost: Free

Information:

Website: https://rosedalemainstreet.ca/

Email: [email protected]

Phone: 647-342-0821

3. Liberty Village Art Crawl

This outdoor art fair has been named one of the best in

Toronto for the past 3 years. Come and see what the Liberty Village Art Crawl has in store for you. When: June 8th, 2019 from 11am to 7pm Where: Liberty Village, 70 E Liberty St Cost: Free Information: Website: https://www.torontoartcrawl.com/

4. The Leslieville Flea Come check out a curated Flea market at two different locations during the month of June.

When & Where: Saturday, June 9thth at Ashbridge Estate from 10am to 5pm & Saturday, June 15th at The Distillery District from 11am to 6pm Cost: Free entry Information: Website: https://leslievilleflea.com/dates-%26- locations#d0399efc-ee3e-449d-9dc5-866e25a40f81

5. ROM Free Evenings Every 3rd Monday Come visit the ROM for free every 3rd Monday of the month! The museum will be open between 5:30pm to 8:30pm for you to explore it’s 40 permanent galleries.

When: June 17th, 2019 from 5:30pm to 8:30pm Where: ROM Cost: Free Information: Website: https://www.rom.on.ca/en/whats-on/3rd-monday- nights Email: [email protected] Phone: 416-586-8000

6. Birkdale Art Festival The public is invited to come and enjoy art in this welcoming space to view and buy art, learn about community organizations and also participate in activities like yoga in the ravine and live musical performances.

When: Sunday, June 23rd, 2019 from 10am to 4pm Where: Birkdale Ravine, 1100 Brimley Rd Cost: Free Information: Website: https://www.birkdalearts.com/

Family Fun Festivals Event Details: We are lucky to live in a city that is as diverse and multicultural as it is. There are tons of events that you can check out this summer, here are a few happening in June!

1. Dundas West Fest

Come and experience the annual celebration of a dynamic Toronto neighbourhood! Free musical performances, yoga classes, food vendors and art exhibits. This is a weekend loaded with fun. When: June 7th, 2019 from 6pm to 12am and June 8th from 10am to 12am Where: 204-1457 Ossington St (Along Dundas St W from Ossington St to Lansdowne Ave) Cost: Free Information:

Website: http://dundaswestfest.ca/about/ Phone: 416-540-6750

2. Toronto Pride Festival Weekend Come support Pride Toronto! This important weekend is jam packed with activities, history and learning. The whole month of June leading to Pride Festival weekend is dedicated to Pride with 20 days of exciting programming. Please see the website for a full listing of events and times. When: June 21st to 23rd (check dates and times for specific programing) Where: Various locations over the GTA Cost: Check website, price varies by event Information: Website: http://www.pridetoronto.com/ Email: [email protected] Phone: 416-927-7433

3. Toronto Diversity Festival Enjoy the 2nd Annual Toronto Diversity Festival where people of various ethnic backgrounds come together to celebrate their differences. There will be music, food and dancing! When: June 29th to 30th, 2019 from 12pm to 9pm Where: David Pecaut Square, 215 King St W Cost: Free admission Information: Website: https://www.eventbrite.ca/e/toronto-diversity- festival-2019-tickets-57842170489 Phone: 647-831-7223

Health Fairs

Event Details: Check out some informative and fun health fairs this June!

1. North York General Hospital Seniors’ Expo Visit NYGH’s Seniors’ Expo this June!

When: June 6 th, 2019 from 10am to 2:30pm Where: 4001 Leslie St, Nanji Academic Centre Cost: Free Information: Phone: 416-756-6050 ext. 8060

2. Sunnybrook Seniors’ Fair & Expo

Come learn some fun facts from over 20 care partners that

will be at the Sunnybrook Seniors’ Fair.

When: June 19th, 2019 from 10am to 3pm Where: Sunnybrook Hospital, 2075 Bayview Ave (Fair will be

held in the E wing on the ground floor in room EG18A – McLaughlin Auditorium) Cost: Free Information: Email: [email protected] Phone: 416-480-6888

3. Bernard Betel’s Health & Wellness Fair Come visit Bernard Betel’s annual health fair! Come speak with local agencies and health practitioners.

When: June 19th, 2019 from 1pm to 3pm Where: 1003 Steeles Ave W Cost: Free Information: Website: https://betelcentre.org/health-promotion-wellness/ Email: [email protected] Phone: 416-225-2112 ext. 130

Canada Day Events!

Event Details: Here are some events happening on the Canada day long weekend.

1. Annual Canada Day BBQ This Canada Day celebration is being hosted by Every Nation Church, all are welcome join. Don’t forget to wear red and white! The event will be held at site 5 in .

When: July 1st, 2019 from 10am to 3pm Where: High Park, 1873 Bloor St W (Park site #5) Cost: Free Information: Website: https://engta.faith/events/annual-canada-day-bbq- 2/

2. Canada Day Picnic This is an annual Q107 Canada Picnic at Woodbine Park. Live music, food and fireworks, what could be better than that?

When: July 1st, 2019 from 12pm to 11pm Where: Woodbine Park, 1590 Lakeshore Blvd E Cost: Free Information: Website: https://childslife.ca/event/q107-canada-day-picnic/