Villa Charities

Ballo Liscio – Social Dancing Nights
2026-02-11 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-02-04 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-01-28 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-01-21 18:30 - 20:30, 2026-01-14 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.

Carnevale 2026
2026-02-11 18:30 - 20:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Step into the magic of Italy’s most iconic Carnival at a festive evening of culture, creativity and fun for the whole family.

Books and Biscotti
2026-02-04 19:00 - 21:00 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Join us for a celebration of literature with an evening of poetry and music featuring Canadian authors.

Less Defined Landscape – Winter Workshop Begins
2026-02-04 12:30 - 15:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
4-week oil and acrylics Less Defined Landscape Painting Workshop with Sam Paonessa begins. Wednesdays, February 4 – 25.

A Catastrophe Lasting 500 Years
2026-02-03 19:00 - 21:00 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W,
Join Professor Franco Pierno as he presents “Il disastro di Pavia” and discusses the process of translating Jean Giono’s 1963 book into Italian.

Artista Painting – Winter Workshop Begins
2026-02-03 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 begins. Tuesdays, February 3 – April 28.

Sausage Making Festa
2026-02-01 11:30 - 13:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Enjoy the Italian tradition of sausage-making along with a pasta lunch and live musical entertainment.

“Figures in Flux” – Exhibition Opening
2026-01-30 19:00 - 21:00 | 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.

“Dialogue in Time” – Exhibition Closing
2026-01-26 10:00 - 17:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
An international exhibition featuring 36 artists, showcasing diverse artistic traditions from Korea, Canada, the United States, China, Japan, Russia, and the broader Eurasian region.

“Dialogue in Time” – Exhibition Opening Reception
2026-01-17 14:00 - 17:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada

“Dialogue in Time” – Exhibition Opening
2026-01-14 10:00 - 17:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada

La Befana
2026-01-06 18:30 - 19:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Celebrate the Italian tradition marking the end of the Christmas holidays with storytelling and a visit from the Befana herself!

"Annual Holiday Show & Sale" – Exhibition Closing
2026-01-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
The Academy of Realist Art’s Annual Holiday Show & Sale returns to the Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery with over 100 paintings and drawings available for purchase.

Italian Immersion Toddler Program – Winter Term Program Begins
2026-01-05 09:00 - 10:00 | Leonardo Da Vinci Academy, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Villa Charities and Leonardo Da Vinci Academy are offering Italian immersion classes for toddlers (ages 1 – 3) and their parents. Learn Italian through songs, games and stories.

Ballo Liscio - Social Dancing Nights
2025-12-17 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-10 18:30 - 20:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada

Less Defined Landscape – Fall Workshop Ends
2025-12-17 12:30 - 15:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
11-week oil and acrylics Less Defined Landscape Painting Workshop with Sam Paonessa ends. Wednesdays, October 8 – December 17.

Columbus Concert Band – Holiday Concert
2025-12-16 19:30 - 21:15 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Enjoy a musical performance by the Columbus Concert Band featuring seasonal favourites with special guest, soprano Taylor Frisina.

Artista Painting – Fall Workshop Ends
2025-12-16 12:30 - 15:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
11-week oil and acrylics Artista Painting Workshop with Sam Paonessa ends. Tuesdays, October 7 – December 16.

Coro San Marco: “The Bells for Peace”
2025-12-14 16:00 - 17:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Join Coro San Marco for an afternoon of classical, traditional, and popular Christmas songs inspired by the themes of bells and peace.

"Annual Holiday Show & Sale" – Opening Reception
2025-12-13 16:00 - 20:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada

Italian Immersion Toddler Program – Fall Term Program Ends
2025-12-12 09:00 - 10:00 | Leonardo Da Vinci Academy, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada

AICW 40th Anniversary Anthology: “The Nuances of Love”
2025-12-06 18:00 - 20:00 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Villa Charities is the Venue Sponsor of this launch event celebrating the AICW’s 40th Anniversary Anthology, “The Nuances of Love”.

Villa Charities Christmas Market
2025-12-06 11:00 - 14:00, 2025-12-05 17:00 - 21:00 | Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Get into the Christmas spirit as you discover great gifts and plus enjoy outdoor festivities including a tree Lighting, dazzling holiday display, and live carolers!

Italian Christmas Baking Contest
2025-12-03 18:30 - 20:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Bring your homemade Italian Christmas dessert and take part in our Traditional Italian Dessert Contest for your chance to win a prize.
