Hobby Groups Toronto

Poly Crafternoon

Art and Craft Social #9 with Midtown Arts and Crafts Club

Hello everyone! Join us for our next meetup! Bring along any art or craft you’re currently working on, drawing, painting, knitting, writing, or anything else, and enjoy a relaxed, creative hangout together. Date: Oct 18th Time: 2 pm Place: Eglinton Food Hall *2300 Yonge Street Toronto, Ontario M4P 1E4* \*\*Note: If you RSVP 'yes' but aren't able to make it, please try to change it to "no". This will allow people on the waitlist to join in!

Sip N Stitch - October

TOPHATs Photography, Nutcrackers and New Zealand!?!

Join Lawrence, you top hatted host for an evening of New Zealand craft and culinary, followed by LUMINOUS 2026: A Photography Exhibit and then A Legacy in Motion: The National Ballet of Canada at 75. At 5:30pm, we will meet at the patio upstairs at Hemmingways for our social. I'm going to have Boston Clam Chowder with their Sandwich of the Day, and wash it down with a Triple Bogey Lager. http://www.hemingways.to/ 142 Cumberland St, Toronto, ON M5R 1A8 At 6:30 pmish, we will pay our tabs and walk over to the Heliconian Club, to see their LUMINOUS 2026: A Photography Exhibit. Luminous Photographers: Linda Briskin, Brianna Caryll, Lucie Collins, Martha Davis, Kye Marshall, Denise Roberts, Jana Skarecky and Henrietta Walmark Performers: Taivi, Brianna (Bri) Clarke, Kate Marshall Flaherty, Bianca Lakoseljac, Kye Marshall, Elizabeth Ruth, Jana Skarecky and JC Sulzenko Guest Photographers: Simone Creed, Grace Dan, Vivian East, Florence Guttman, Nola McConnan and Tanya Murdoch https://torontoheliconianclub.wildapricot.org/event-6747477 35 Hazelton Ave, Toronto, ON M5R 2E3 At 7:30 mish, we will walk to the TD Gallery at the Toronto Reference Library, to see A Legacy in Motion: The National Ballet of Canada at 75. Highlights: Stageworn costumes from Swan Lake, The Nutcracker and other popular ballets Over 40 original costume designs by nine designers Visual timeline of the history of The National Ballet of Canada Vintage posters and programmes Examples of benesh notation (the choreography equivalent of sheet music) Archival photos, stage designs and more https://tpl.ca/programs-and-classes/exhibits/trl-exhibits/ 789 Yonge St Main Floor, Toronto, ON M4W 2G8

Photography Walk: Fall Colours @ U of T

TOPHATs ROM Free Entry, Taco Tuesday and Beer

Join Lawrence, your top hatted host, for Taco Tuesday at The Duke, followed Free Entry to the Royal Ontario Museum and a beer afterwards at Birroteca. I have secured 10 passes for us to gain entry. Follow the link to get yours. ROM members are always free. https://tickets.rom.on.ca/en/shop At 6pm, we will meet at the Duke of York where you can enjoy a choice of $6 Crispy Fish OR Grilled Chicken, Avocado & Bacon Tacos, $7 1oz Margaritas, $7 Bottles of Corona. https://dukepubs.ca/duke-of-york/ 39 Prince Arthur Ave, Toronto, ON M5R 1B2 At 7 pmish, we will pay our tabs and make our way over to the ROM where we will take in some ground floor exhibits. Unbound - The Allegorical Archipelago of Abya Yala by French artist Raphaël Barontini as part of the 2026 Toronto Biennial of Art. https://www.rom.on.ca/whats-on/exhibitions/unbound-allegorical-archipelago-abya-yala Stolen Childhoods presents the lived experiences of children at the Mohawk Institute, the longest-running Indian Residential School in Canada, located just 100 km from downtown Toronto in Brantford, Ontario. https://www.rom.on.ca/whats-on/exhibitions/stolen-childhoods Bethlehem, once called ‘the Paris of Palestine’, was an epicentre of fashion in the 19th and early 20th centuries with the widespread popularity of its beautifully hand-embroidered garments and accessories. https://www.rom.on.ca/whats-on/exhibitions/bethlehem-bride Cloudscape is a mesmerizing installation that blends traditional artistry with contemporary themes by Artist Xiaojing Yan. https://www.rom.on.ca/whats-on/exhibitions/cloudscape At 8:30 pm, the museum closes, so it's time for a beer. We will walk over to Birroteca for unusual beers and seasonal snacks. https://www.eataly.ca/news/birroteca-by-indie-ale-house/ 55 Bloor St W Concourse Level, Toronto, ON M4W 1A5

Colouring and Chill

DIY Chill, Craft & Chat

Join other Gaymers this evening to work on your DIY project with others and show off your work in progress! Come chat, craft, and work on whatever project you wish! (Or just chill with us!) The only thing you have to do is bring your project, materials, and yourself! Your host, Nef, is also happy to teach you how to crochet :) While this event is free, we encourage folks to get some food or drinks if possible! (Only if this is a possibility for you!) We provide nametag stickers with a pronoun field; we want this to be a comfortable environment for everyone, kindly respect people's listed or stated pronouns. If you are unsure of someone's pronouns, don't assume: Ask, Respect and Practice Definitely ask before taking pictures/videos. \*\*\*Please reach out to [info@torontogaymers.ca](mailto:info@torontogaymers.ca) with any accessibility concerns. [https://linktr.ee/TorontoGaymers](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://linktr.ee/TorontoGaymers&sa=D&source=calendar&ust=1753646882381297&usg=AOvVaw00IFqJeQVIkNQH04yjTL6E)

Toronto Compost and Connect Social Hour

We are hosting a casual get-together for anyone in the city who is interested in composting, gardening, or just finding more ways to live sustainably. This is a low-pressure space to swap tips on managing a bin in a small apartment, share experiences with local community gardens, or simply meet others who care about reducing waste. Whether you are a total beginner who is curious about where to start or a seasoned composter with a heap in your backyard, you will find a welcoming crowd here. We will be meeting up to chat, share stories, and maybe even trade some compost wisdom or leftover kitchen scrap solutions. There is no formal agenda or presentation; just bring yourself and an interest in making our city a little greener. If you have been looking for a way to connect with like-minded neighbors in Toronto, please pull up a chair and join us. If you think you can make it, please let us know by sending an RSVP so we can get an idea of how many folks to expect. We look forward to seeing you there.

Rubber Stamp Making Workshop

Design and carve 2 costum rubber stamps and take them home with an ink pad! Please register through this link: [https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/rubber-stamp-carving-workshop-thanksgiving](https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/rubber-stamp-carving-workshop-thanksgiving)

Frisbee and Tennis at Withrow Park

Learn To Carve: Labour Day Workshop

Join us on Halloween from 2:00-5:00 to learn how to hand carve your own spooky wooden firgurine! No experience is needed and all materials are provided. Bring a friend to get a 20$ discount and enjoy a spookily fun time! Register through this link: [https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/learn-to-carve-workshop-halloween ](https://www.zeffy.com/en-CA/ticketing/learn-to-carve-workshop-halloween)