Villa Charities

Ballo Liscio – Social Dancing Nights
2026-03-11 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-03-18 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-03-25 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-04-01 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-04-08 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-04-15 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-04-22 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-04-29 18:30 - 20:30 (America/Toronto) | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
The Italian tradition of Ballo Liscio continues every Wednesday, featuring music by popular Italian DJs and musicians.

“Figures in Flux” – Exhibition Closing
2026-03-13 10:00 - 17:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Featuring the works of over 10 emerging artists, highlighting originality and creativity in an AI-driven world.

“The Dance”– Exhibition Closing
2026-03-15 10:00 - 17:00 | Lobby, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Exhibition by artist Vince Mancuso.

“The Other Half of the Apple”
2026-04-07 19:30 - 21:00 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Join Professor Konrad Eisenbichler as he presents “The Other Half of the Apple” and discusses the experiences of Julian-Dalmatian immigrants in Canada.

Wine Tasting Event
2026-04-08 17:30 - 18:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Taste the wine made at Villa Charities’ grape pressing demonstration.

Artista Painting – Winter Workshop Ends
2026-04-28 12:30 - 15:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
13-week oil and acrylics Artista Painting Workshop with Sam Paonessa ends. Tuesdays, February 3 – April 28.

Giro Cycling Fundraiser
2026-05-24 | Veneto Centre, 7465 Kipling Ave, Woodbridge, Ontario, L4L 1Y5, Canada
Join us for the 19th Annual Villa Charities’ Giro Cycling Fundraiser.

Summer Camp at the Columbus Centre – Opens
2026-06-29 | Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada

Arrosticini Summer Festa
2026-07-26 11:30 - 13:30 | Anthony Fusco Sr. Courtyard, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Join us for our summer community event to enjoy some delicious food, dancing and live musical entertainment.

Summer Camp at the Columbus Centre – Closes
2026-08-14 | Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada

Ferragosto
2026-08-16 11:00 - 15:00 | Anthony Fusco Sr. Courtyard, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
An outdoor community event featuring food, music, vendors and children’s activities in celebration of Ferragosto, the annual Italian summer holiday.

Tomato Sauce-Making Festival
2026-09-13 11:00 - 13:30 | Anthony Fusco Sr. Courtyard, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Celebrate this annual Italian tradition with us and enjoy a plate of pasta, live musical entertainment and a complimentary jar of fresh tomato sauce to take home!

Festa delle Ciambelle
2026-09-20 11:00 - 13:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Live demonstration showcasing the art of making ciambelle, the traditional anise-flavoured bread from the City of Veroli in Italy’s Lazio region.

Grape Pressing Festival
2026-10-04 11:30 - 13:30 | Anthony Fusco Sr. Courtyard, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Live outdoor demonstration of the Italian tradition of grape pressing, with music and light refreshments.

Chestnut Festival
2026-11-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Join us for our community festa to enjoy complimentary roasted chestnuts* in celebration of San Martino.
