Villa Charities

Ancient Italian Civilization: A Journey Through the Ages – Part 2
2025-05-20 19:00 - 20:30 (America/Toronto) | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Author, translator, and historian David Pantano presents a two-part lecture exploring the evolution of Italian civilization.

Pasta Making Classes – Calabria
2025-05-20 18:30 - 20:30 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Experience Italy through this hands-on pasta-making session, with a focus on Calabria, guided by Chef Luciano Schipano.

“Past Present Future: L'Arte che Scompare / The Disappearing Arts” – Artist Meet & Greet
2025-05-17 08:00 - 17:00 | Lower Gallery, Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
A meet & greet with the exhibition artist Cindi Edmond.

Ballo Liscio - Outdoor Social Dancing Nights
2025-05-14 18:30 - 20:30 | Anthony Fusco Sr. Courtyard, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
The Italian tradition of Ballo Liscio continues every Wednesday all summer long, featuring music by popular Italian DJs and musicians.

Ancient Italian Civilization: A Journey Through the Ages – Part 1
2025-05-13 19:00 - 20:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada

“Past Present Future: L'Arte che Scompare / The Disappearing Arts” – Artist Talk
2025-05-10 10:00 - 12:00 | Lower Gallery, Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Artist Cindi Edmond will be interviewed by former CBC Arts reporter Margo Kelly.

“Past Present Future: L'Arte che Scompare / The Disappearing Arts” – Opening Reception
2025-05-06 19:00 - 21:00 | Lower Gallery, Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Part of the Contact Photography Festival, Cindi Edmond’s four-part photography series is an exploration of extinguishing cultural arts in Italy.

Pasta Making Classes – Puglia
2025-05-06 18:30 - 20:30 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Experience Italy through this hands-on pasta-making session, with a focus on Puglia, guided by Chef Luciano Schipano.

“Past Present Future: L'Arte che Scompare / The Disappearing Arts” – Exhibition Opening
2025-05-05 10:00 - 17:00 | Lower Gallery, Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada

Librissimi 2025 Opening Show: Molise My Home
2025-05-02 19:30 - 22:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Dive into a world of music, poetry, culture, and community as we celebrate the rich heritage of Molise in this unique event.

“Transmission and Transformation"
2025-05-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
A documentary screening and Q&A with musicologist Roberta De Piccoli.

Ballo Liscio
2025-04-30 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-04-23 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-04-16 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-04-09 18:30 - 20:30, 2025-03-26 18:30 - 20:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Enjoy the Italian tradition of Ballo Liscio at Villa Charities’ popular social dancing nights featuring musical performances.

Pasta Making Classes – Veneto
2025-04-29 18:30 - 20:30 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Experience Italy through this hands-on pasta-making session, with a focus on Veneto, guided by Chef Luciano Schipano.

Italian Fallen Workers Memorial Ceremony
2025-04-28 15:00 - 17:00 | Italian Fallen Workers Memorial Wall, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W., North York, Ontario, M6A 1C3
The Consulate General of Italy and Villa Charities together with the Italian Fallen Workers Memorial Project Committee invite you to join us in honouring the memory of the thousands of Italian fallen workers.

“ORIGIN - Paintings of scale and ambition”– Exhibition Closing
2025-04-28 10:00 - 17:00 | Upper Gallery, Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
ORIGIN reminds us that great paintings are not just seen; they are experienced. An exhibition of large-scale work by Kyle Bennett, Cheryl HJ Lee, Jan Wheeler, and Majid Zeraati.

Taste of Italy Dinner Series: Tuscany
2025-04-25 18:00 - 20:00 | Ristorante Boccaccio, 901 Lawrence Ave. W., Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Transport yourself to the rolling hills of Tuscany with a dinner that showcases the region’s rustic, farm-inspired cuisine.

Wine Tasting Event
2025-04-16 17:30 - 18:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Taste the wine from Villa Charities’ wine pressing demonstration last year.

Guide to the Essential Italy
2025-04-15 19:00 - 21:00, 2025-04-01 19:00 - 21:00 | Columbus Room, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
A course by Dr. Kenneth Bartlett. In collaboration with the Smithsonian, The Great Courses brings you the exceptional gems and daily life of Italy’s past and present in a visually stunning tour.

Less Defined Landscape – Spring Workshop Begins
2025-04-09 12:30 - 15:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
8-week Less Defined Landscapes oil and acrylic painting workshop with Sam Paonessa begins. Wednesdays, April 9 – 30, May 14 – June 4.

Celebrate Spring
2025-04-08 19:30 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Celebrate the arrival of spring with a live performance by the Columbus Concert Band and special guest, soprano Kira Braun.

Artista Painting – Spring Workshop Begins
2025-04-08 12:30 - 15:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
9-week oil and acrylics Artista Painting Workshop with Sam Paonessa begins. Tuesdays, April 8 – June 3.

Ballo Liscio
2025-04-02 18:30 - 20:30 | Ontario

Taste of Italy Dinner Series: Rome
2025-03-28 18:00 - 20:00 | Ristorante Boccaccio, 901 Lawrence Ave. W., Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Journey to the heart of Italy with a dinner that embodies the timeless charm of Roman cuisine.

One Night Only: The Daniel Barnes Quartet
2025-03-27 19:30 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
The Daniel Barnes Quartet, featuring JUNO Award-winning recording artists, returns to the Columbus Centre for a special performance!

Italian Immersion Toddler Program – Spring Term Program Begins
2025-03-26 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.
