Brushstrokes of Tradition: Minhwa Canada Exhibition 2025 - Exhibition Closing
2025-10-28 10:00 - 17:00 (America/Toronto) | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
An inspiring exhibition presented by the Minhwa Art Association of Canada — showcasing the vibrant world of minhwa, Korean traditional folk painting.

A Musical Autumn
2025-10-28 19:30 - 21:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Live musical performance by the award-winning Columbus Concert Band.

Ballo Liscio - Social Dancing Nights
2025-10-29 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-11-05 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-11-12 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-11-19 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-11-26 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-03 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-10 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-12-17 18:30 - 20:30 | 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.

A Taste of Gino - Live on stage
2025-11-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Meridian Arts Centre, George Weston Recital Hall – North York, 5040 Yonge St, North York, Ontario, M2N 6R8, Canada
Villa Charities is proud to be a Premiere Sponsor of this evening of non-stop Italian cooking and fun with the one and only Gino D’Acampo.

An Evening with Lidia Bastianich
2025-11-04 19:30 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Best-selling author and Emmy Award-winning television host Lidia Bastianich discusses her latest cookbook, “Lidia’s The Art of Pasta”.

Heart & Hand Awards
2025-11-07 18:00 - 21:30 | Montecassino Hotel and Event Centre, 3710 Chesswood, Toronto, ON, M3J 2W4, Canada
Celebrate our volunteers at the 2025 Heart & Hand Awards, where we recognize their dedication to Villa Charities.

“Captured Moments”– Opening Reception
2025-11-08 15:00 - 17:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Multi-media exhibition featuring works by fibre artist Loretta Faveri exploring family memory, trauma and resilience.

Lest We Forget: From Internment to Compassion
2025-11-11 18:30 - 20:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Artist talk with Loretta Faveri exploring how personal experiences shape her creativity, amidst themes of self-compassion, forgiveness, and healing.

Chestnut Festival
2025-11-12 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 chestnuts* in celebration of San Martino.
* First-come, first served, while supplies last.

Notte d’Amore
2025-11-19 19:30 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Enjoy an unforgettable evening of Italian arias and songs performed by acclaimed soprano Sara Papini, accompanied by pianist Sabatino Vacca.

“Captured Moments” – Exhibition Closing
2025-11-26 10:00 - 17:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada

The Voice: A Tribute to Frank Sinatra
2025-11-27 19:30 - 22:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Celebrate the timeless legacy of Frank Sinatra with John Alcorn and The Daniel Barnes Trio.

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.

Villa Charities Christmas Market
2025-12-05 17:00 - 21:00, 2025-12-06 11:00 - 14:00 | 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!

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”.

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
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.

"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
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.

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.

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.

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.

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.

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
