A unique opportunity to visit local artists and artisans in their interesting homes and studios and purchase original crafts and works of art

• Friday, April 30, 6-9 p.m., May 1 10 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday, May 2 from 11-6.
• This biannual event is held each spring (the weekend before Mother's Day) and fall (the weekend after Thanksgiving)
• Numerous locations with multiple artists
• Make a day of it, strolling the Boardwalk and visiting cafes and shops
• For more information: www.beachstudiotour.ca
  
  LIBRARY TALK- Memories of the Beach: Reflections of a Toronto Childhood
• A talk by author Lorraine O'Donnell Williams
• Wed, Apr. 28 at 7 p.m.
• 2161 Queen E at Beaches Branch of the Public Library
• More info at 416-393-67703.
  
  JANE'S WALK- BEACH WALK WITH COUNCILLOR SANDRA BUSSIN
• Celebrate your city, meet your neighbours, share your stories
• Sunday, May 2, at 2 p.m.
• Meet by the Beaches Branch of the Public Library
• More info at 416-642-5779.
  
  VICTORIA DAY FIREWORKS DISPLAY
  THE place to watch the fireworks, on a wide expanse of beach!
• Monday, May 24, 2010 at 9:30 p.m. but come MUCH earlier!!
• Why come early? To stroll, shop and enjoy the eats and drinks of The Beach.
• Fireworks are at Ashbridge's Bay; take the TTC and avoid the traffic or the long search for a parking spot. 
• Take the Queen streetcar east to Coxwell or Woodbine or the subway to the same and then any bus going south. Definitely forget the car; the TTC IS the better way. 
• Beach blankets and beach chairs are a great idea!

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  POLICE WEEK COMMUNITY FAIR and BBQ
• Annual community event for people to get to know the officers of 55 Division and for the officers to get to know YOU!
• May 26 from 4-8 p.m.
• BBQ tickets for only $2 include a hot dog, beverage and loot bag.
• Most activities are free such as face painting, henna hand tattoos, mini-train ride, bingo.
• Pay-what-you can for jumping castles, rock climbing wall and more.
• Food, friendly police officers and members of the Community Police Liaison Committee
• Woodbine Park at Kingston Road and Queen St. E.
  
  BEACH GUILD OF FINE ARTS ANNUAL SHOW - Small Paintings for Small Spaces
• May, Friday 14, 1 p.m.-9 p.m., Saturday 15 and Sunday 16, 10 a.m.-5 p.m. 
• Gardener's Cottage, Queen and Lee Ave
• Free!
• More info at www.beachguildoffineart.com
  
  Yard Sale for the Cure
  
• Sat May 29; Start time: 8 a.m.
• Homes and even businesses along Queen St. E. have much to offer!
• Area from Warden to Coxwell and the CN tracks to the Lake
• Expanding every year to back yards, front yards, driveways and businesses
• More info: www.yardsaleforthecure.com or 416 694-CURE
  
  

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  Doors Open Toronto  - Beach Walking Tours, sponsored by the Beach BIA
  
  • Saturday, May 29.
  • The 11th Annual Doors Open Toronto architectural adventure is returning to the Beach after its third successful year, here.
  • Take a tour with one of our finest historians
  • Meet by the Beaches Branch of the public Library at Queen and Lee. 
  • See below or check www.toronto.ca/doorsopen/
  10 and noon on Sat.
  Tours given by:
  Gene Domagala 
  
  Beach visitors will enjoy an historic walking tour though Toronto's original lakeside resort, which is now a bustling community.
  
  Come to the Beach the easy way; take the TTC right to the start of the tour, at Queen and Lee. Just take the Queen East streetcar to Lee or take the subway to Woodbine and the Woodbine south bus and transfer to the Queen car or walk a few blocks east.
  If you take your car, there's some parking in lots and on the street but the TTC is the better way! 
  More info at 416 693-2242.

  SLOBBERFEST, courtesy of Community Centre 55
  A popular returning event for dog lovers.

• Saturday, May 29 
• Leuty Pavillion near the foot of Lee. 
• Ask the VET
• Enter your dog in our "Pack"Party and compete in various pet contests:such as Slobber Fest King and Queen; pet/owner look-a-like
• BBQ that even vegetarians will like
• Shop the pet vendors at the "Dog Pound"
• Vendors can call Evonne at 416 691-1113 for details
• Get a photo with your dog
• Meet the Animal Communicator; and police dog(s)
• Watch demonstrations
• More info at www.centre55.com/slobberfest.htm