Culture Days: Gentle Hatha Yoga in the Gallery
2024-10-03 13:00 - 14:00 (America/Toronto) | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Expert instructor Seth Mohan leads this free Gentle Hatha Yoga class in Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery.

Culture Days: Instrument Petting Zoo
2024-10-05 09:00 - 12:00 | Music Studios, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Our instrument ‘petting zoo’ gives children an opportunity to see, hold and experience an assortment of musical instruments in a supervised environment

"‘Artists’ Retrospectives" Exhibition - Closing
2024-10-06 10:00 - 17:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
The f8 Photography Collective, formed in 2010, will host its 27th photography exhibition at the Joseph D. Carrier Gallery, its second at the Columbus Centre.

Artista Painting Workshop - Fall Workshop Begins
2024-10-08 12:30 - 15:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
10-week oil and acrylics Artista Painting Workshop with Sam Paonessa begins. Tuesdays, October 8 – December 10.

Less Defined Landscape - Fall Workshop Begins
2024-10-09 12:30 - 15:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
10-week Less Defined Landscapes oil and acrylic painting workshop with Sam Paonessa begins. Wednesdays, October 9 – December 11.

Culture Days: Ballo Liscio
2024-10-09 18:30 - 20:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Join Villa Charities on Wednesdays for these popular social dancing nights featuring music from DJ Fortunato Gratta and DJ Sam Severino.

Culture Days: “Two Grandmothers, One Path”
2024-10-10 19:00 - 20:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Book launch and presentation of the children’s book “Two Grandmothers, One Path: Walking with Kokum – Walking with Nonna” by author Marisa Agostini.

Friday Chats with our CEO, Marco DeVuono
2024-10-11 11:00 - 12:00, 2024-11-08 11:00 - 12:00 | Ontario
You can have a meeting with Marco DeVuono, President and CEO of Villa Charities Inc., for a one-on-one conversation to answer any questions or to share your thoughts on our programs and services.

Culture Days: Academy of Realist Art Studio Art Exhibition - Closing
2024-10-12 10:00 - 17:00 | Academy of Realist Art, Third Floor, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Visit the in-studio art gallery and be amazed by great classical works of art by our students and master instructors.

Ballo Liscio
2024-10-16 18:30 - 20:30, 2024-10-23 18:30 - 20:30, 2024-10-30 18:30 - 20:30, 2024-11-13 18:30 - 20:30, 2024-11-20 18:30 - 20:30, 2024-11-27 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 all fall in the Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery with live musical performances.

“La Superficie Introvabile” / “The Unfindable Surface” – Exhibition Opening
2024-10-17 19:00 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
A celebration of 2024 Italian Contemporary Art Day by featuring the works of Anna Romanello and Mario Martinelli.

Wine Pressing
2024-10-23 18:00 - 19:00 | Anthony Fusco Sr. Courtyard, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Join us and discover the seasonal tradition of wine pressing.

Heart & Hand Awards
2024-10-25 18:00 - 21:30 | Montecassino Hotel and Event Centre, 3710 Chesswood, Toronto, ON, M3J 2W4, Canada
Celebrate our volunteers at the 2024 Heart & Hand Awards, where we recognize volunteers who dedicate themselves to Villa Charities.

Music for an Autumn Evening
2024-10-29 19:30 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Celebrate the beauty of autumn with a live musical performance by the Columbus Concert Band!

Christmas Market
2024-11-06 08:00 - 17:00 | Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Get into the Christmas spirit as you discover great gifts, enjoy delicious seasonal food and live musical entertainment.

“Classic Beauties” Revisited
2024-11-06 19:30 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
The acoustic Daniel Barnes Quartet play jazz tunes from Barnes’ “Classic Beauties” and “Culmination” albums.

Slow Food Toronto: Farm to Table Dinner at Boccaccio
2024-11-08 18:00 - 20:00 | Ristorante Boccaccio, 901 Lawrence Ave. W., Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
This event showcases the best of the region’s seasonal produce and artisanal craftsmanship, offering a menu that highlights the true taste of Ontario’s harvest!

Official Unveiling: Villa Charities Italian Canadian Immigrant Tribute
2024-11-13 10:00 - 11:30 | Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Avenue West, Toronto, ON, M6A 1C3, Canada
Join us to celebrate the historic opening of the Villa Charities Italian Canadian Immigrant Tribute installation honouring Italian Immigrants and their families.

“La Superficie Introvabile” / “The Unfindable Surface” – Exhibition Closing
2024-11-13 10:00 - 17:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada

Chestnut Festival – Festa della Castagna
2024-11-13 18:30 - 20:30 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Join us for our next festa community event to enjoy complimentary chestnuts* in celebration of San Martino, courtesy of ICBSAC and Villa Charities.

“Canadian Plays of Italian Heritage” Book Launch
2024-11-18 19:00 - 21:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Book launch and presentations by the author and contributors to this landmark publication that challenges the definition of “Canadian” theatre.

Columbus Centre Art Programs Exhibition & Sale – Exhibition Opening
2024-11-22 10:00 - 17:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
Art exhibition showcasing the exceptional talent and creativity of students from our Columbus Centre Art Programs.

Italian for Toddlers (Ages 1 – 3) – Fall Term Program Ends
2024-11-29 10:00 - 11:00 | Studio 5, Columbus Centre
Villa Charities and Accademia dei Ragazzi are offering Italian classes for toddlers (ages 1 – 3) and their parents. Learn Italian through songs, games and stories.

Columbus Centre Art Programs Exhibition & Sale – Opening Reception
2024-12-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery, Columbus Centre, 901 Lawrence Ave W, Toronto, Ontario, M6A 1C3, Canada
