Community Gardens Toronto

100% vegan plant-based picnic potluck - the summer edition #2!

**We heard you. You liked it on the first day of summer. You wanted more. On popular demand we are back with another one!** Potlucks are full of terrific food & lovely faces - a great opportunity to socialize over deliciousness. Let's celebrate our sunny memories with a Vegan Potluck at Christie Pits Park - located beside Christie subway station. This is your chance to meet other like-minded individuals and be part of a vibrant community! Make sure to bring a *vegan* dish to share, or to eat if you're not into the sharing thing. In order to limit waste, please bring your own reusable plates, water bottle, utensils and serving ware and all will be yum! Bring your picnic blanket(s) and water to stay hydrated if you'd like. Feel free to bring a project to chill with after eating - soccer ball, frisbee, volleyball, board games, cards, a guitar or speaker, your ping pong or crochet set or just your fabulousness! Some rules - *For the new vegans, first timers, or veg curious, please ensure that the food you bring to share be* all \*plant-based, so no honey or dairy/cheese/yogurt/butter/cream etc., and obviously no eggs/fish/poultry/meat or any animal-derived ingredients like food colours or additives. When in doubt, Google is your best friend! A reminder to please label the ingredients you used. Some vegans care about the fact that you may have fried meat in a certain fryer before frying their vegan food in the same oil. Mindfulness and minimalism goes a long way in creating a positive and meaningful experience for all. * All garbage and recyclable items must be thrown out by the end of the party. * The park must be left reasonably clean at the end of the party/event. This means no large spills, excessive garbage/debris, or personal belongings can be left after the event. * Guests don't have to be Vegan, but must respect this is a Vegan event and bring only Vegan foods * No alcohol - the venue doesn't allow for this * Bring your own reusable plates, utensils and serving ware * Help cleaning up after the event is over. Any mess or damage will jeopardize the ability to have events at this venue again **Allergy Alert** \*Please include an ingredient list, so people with allergies can make good life choices. Consider bringing a gluten-free or nut-free or sugar-free dish to share. Extending caring to more than just sharing! **Please note:** Food that contains animal and animal by-products are not allowed. Also, please bring your own utensils/containers to eliminate single-use waste. Please get in touch with one of the organizers directly on Meetup or use the Comments area if needed. As in the past, we'll hope to find a table in the main pavilion in the center of the park, however there are no guarantees as it is first-come, first-serve, on a busy summer afternoon. We will update the page with a specific map/coordinates on the day of. Looking forward to seeing you all there!

Phoenix-Toronto Toastmasters - Build Your Communication & Leadership Skills

Are you looking to improve your public speaking, confidence, leadership skills and all that goes with it? You can visit us - Phoenix Toronto Toastmasters and experience the thrill of public speaking. Join us to see how you can become the very best version of you! Our meetings are broken down into different sections: * Meeting Agenda Review * Role Assignments and Explanations * Prepared Speeches * Table Topics – Great opportunity for everyone to engage and practice thinking on their feet * Evaluation Segment – Hear valuable suggestions for communication improvement **Meeting location:** **(In-Person):** Plast Huculak Center, Room 30 516 The Kingsway Etobicoke ON, M9A 3W6 **Our meeting will also be on Zoom!** Email [Phoenixtmvppr@gmail.com](mailto:Phoenixtmvppr@gmail.com) for the ZOOM link! We'd love to see you! The meeting will go from 7:00-8:30. Please join us between 6:45-7:00 for networking. Our meeting will start promptly at 7:00. To learn about Phoenix Toronto Toastmaster, visit our website [https://phoenixtoronto.toastmastersclubs.org](https://phoenixtoronto.toastmastersclubs.org) or email us at [Phoenixtmvppr@gmail.com](mailto:Phoenixtmvppr@gmail.com) or just show up! See you there!
We can’t wait to meet you! #leadership #networking #publicspeaking #communication

Sunday Stroll - Muir Gardens / Sherwood Park

[CAS] ENG x MANDARIN Board Game Exchange (英语x普通桌游活动)

*To join this event, you must be able to speak full sentences in Mandarin. This event is for those wanting to practice Mandarin and/or English. Here, you can chat with others and play board games in either language to improve your linguistic skills. Feel free to join our WeChat group during the event, as it is the best way to stay connected with us. If you have any questions, leave a comment on this event page. ＜中文版＞ 此活动是以聊天和玩桌游练习中文或英文，等级不限，平时有6-10位参加者。此活动微信群可在活动中加入，互相学习，天天向上。 如果您有任何疑问，请随时在活动页上留言或联系主持人

Vegan Potluck Picnic and Walk at East Point Park and Bird Sanctuary

This is for the folks in Scarborough or for those who like to venture out a little. We are going to have a picnic potluck and a walk at this beautiful park and bird sanctuary. There are beautiful views from the bluffs and you can even walk down to the water for a swim if you like. Located in Scarborough, Ontario, the East Point Park Bird Sanctuary is a vital ecological gem and migratory stopover perched high above Lake Ontario. Spanning part of the eastern Scarborough Bluffs, it provides protected habitats for over 178 bird species and monarch butterflies. We will start eating at 1 PM SHARP followed by a walk PLEASE bring your own utensils, plates, bowls, cup, water bottle, and picnic blanket so that you are comfortable. All are welcome veg-curious, vegetarian, and vegan as long as what you bring to the potluck is vegan! Key Features & Ecosystem Diverse Habitats: Features open meadows, shrub thickets, emerald forests, and coastal wetlands. Architecture & Art: Designed in 2016 by PLANT Architect Inc., the park features distinctive, wing-shaped weathering-steel (Corten) pavilions and a bird blind waterjet-cut with local bird species names and flight motifs. Waterfront Trails: Serene, unpaved and paved pathways connect the interior woodlands to expansive lake views and natural shoreline beaches PARKING: The main parking lot for the East Point Park Bird Sanctuary is located at the south end of Beechgrove Drive, right beside the Highland Creek Treatment Plant in Scarborough, Toronto. Location Details & AccessAddress/Area: Near the intersection of Beechgrove Drive and Copperfield Road, Scarborough, ON. Directions: Head south on Manse Road or Beechgrove Drive past the train tracks, and follow the road down to the large free public parking area adjacent to the treatment plant. Trailhead: The trailheads leading into the bird sanctuary and the City of Toronto park meadows/waterfront start right from this parking lot. TTC: 1\. Route 86D Scarborough \(Direct to Beechgrove\)Route: Take the 86D Scarborough bus east from Kennedy Station\.Drop\-off Stop: Get off at Beechgrove Drive and Coronation Drive\.The Walk: Walk directly south down Beechgrove Drive\, cross over the train tracks\, and follow it straight to the parking lot\. This is the most direct walking path\. 2\. Route 116 Morningside \(Via Coronation\)Route: Take the 116 Morningside bus east from Kennedy Station\.Drop\-off Stop: Get off at Coronation Drive and Beechgrove Drive\.The Walk: Walk south down Beechgrove Drive past the train tracks to the parking lot

Midtown Toronto Board Game Night

**Looking to meet new people in Midtown Toronto?** Join us for a relaxed evening of board games and great conversations. Whether you come alone or with friends, everyone is welcome. No experience with board games is needed—we'll choose easy and fun games that anyone can enjoy. **Feel free to bring your favorite board game, card game, or party game and introduce it to the group, or simply come and join the fun!** Our goal is to build a friendly local community where people can connect, make new friends, and enjoy a great evening together. Meet us inside **Yonge Burger St. Clair**. Check in with our staff when you arrive, and we'll direct you to the Board Game Meetup area. **Come join us for a fun evening, make new friends, and create great memories together!**

🌿🚶 Mount Pleasant Cemetery Summer Evening Walk

# 🌿🚶 Mount Pleasant Cemetery Summer Evening Walk ### Toronto's Most Peaceful Summer Stroll Join me for a relaxing **90-minute evening walk** through one of Toronto's most beautiful hidden gems — **Mount Pleasant Cemetery**. This isn't just a cemetery — it's a living museum, arboretum, and one of the city's most peaceful green spaces, with winding paths, majestic trees, historic monuments, and beautiful gardens. As the summer evening light filters through the canopy, it's easy to forget you're in the middle of Toronto. It's the perfect place to slow down, enjoy great conversation, and connect with friendly people while escaping the noise of the city. 🌿 *Sometimes the best way to end the day is with a walk.* 📲 **Join Our WhatsApp Group:**[ Click here to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRFTkxRlHS4B3IL1lMleUd) ## 💫 Did You Know? When Mount Pleasant first opened in **1876**, it was one of Toronto's favourite Victorian destinations. Families would dress up, ride the streetcar, and spend the afternoon strolling the grounds before heading back downtown. Long before city parks became popular, this was one of Toronto's most beloved places to walk. *** ## 🕕 Meetup Details **Meetup Time:** **6:00 pm** *(I'll wait 5 minutes.)* **Meetup Spot:** Inside the main gates of Mount Pleasant Cemetery at the **Yonge Street entrance** (the large stone archway). 👀 **Look for me:** I'll be wearing my famous **Moose Hat** 🦌 **End Spot:** Right back where we started. *** ## 🍽️ Dinner After After the walk, anyone who's interested is welcome to join us for dinner at Swiss Chalet. It's a great opportunity to continue the conversations and get to know one another. *** ## 💲 Meetup Fee **$5** (cash 💵 or e-transfer 📲 to **[mathewmaclean@hotmail.com](mailto:mathewmaclean@hotmail.com)**) You can send it before or on the day of the walk. *** ## 🎒 What to Bring • Comfortable walking shoes • Water 💧 • Sunscreen if needed ☀️ • Bug spray (optional) *** ## ☀️ Weather This walk will take place rain or shine, except in cases of severe weather or thunderstorms. Please check Meetup before leaving in case of weather updates. *** ## 💬 Final Notes • You can just show up — no need to commit early. • Please keep an eye on Meetup for any updates. Get updates, chat with other walkers, and stay in the loop for future events. ✨ End your day surrounded by beautiful gardens, towering trees, fascinating history, and great company. It's one of Toronto's most peaceful places—and one of the city's best-kept secrets. **Organizer:** Mathew 📩 [torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com) **Trade traffic for tree-lined paths, fresh air, and good conversation. Your evening will thank you.** 🌿

🌳☀️ HIGH PARK SUNDAY WALK & PICNIC ☀️🌳

# 🌳☀️ HIGH PARK SUNDAY WALK & PICNIC ☀️🌳 **Toronto's Biggest Park, Hidden Trails, The Zoo & A Relaxing Sunday Afternoon** There are few better ways to spend a Sunday than wandering through High Park with good people, great conversation, and no real rush to be anywhere. Join us for a relaxed afternoon exploring Toronto's largest and most beloved park. High Park has a little bit of everything—peaceful forest trails, beautiful gardens, Grenadier Pond, wildlife, open green spaces, and even its own free zoo. It's one of those places where you can forget you're in Canada's largest city. This isn't about racing from one landmark to another. It's about slowing down, getting outside, meeting new people, and enjoying a few hours together in one of Toronto's best parks. 📲 **Join Our WhatsApp Group:**[ Click here to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRFTkxRlHS4B3IL1lMleUd) *** ## 🚶‍♂️ What We'll Do We'll spend approximately **3 hours** exploring many of High Park's most beautiful areas at a relaxed social pace. Along the way we'll: 🌳 Wander through shaded forest trails 🦆 Visit beautiful Grenadier Pond 🦙 Stop by the famous High Park Zoo to visit the animals 🌼 Explore some of the park's quieter hidden corners 🧺 Take a relaxing **30-minute picnic break**, giving everyone a chance to sit, eat, chat, and get to know one another 😊 Enjoy one of Toronto's best Sunday afternoons together This route avoids the large staircase found on some of our other High Park walks, making it a little more relaxed. There are still a few gentle hills throughout the park, but nothing overly challenging for most walkers. The goal isn't simply to walk through High Park. The goal is to create enough time together that conversations can happen naturally and new friendships have a chance to begin. *** ## ☀️ Weather & Expectations This walk takes place rain or shine. Please dress appropriately for the weather and wear comfortable walking shoes. We'll keep a relaxed, steady pace with plenty of opportunities to enjoy the scenery and chat along the way. *** ## 🧢 Meetup Details 📍 **Meetup Location:** High Park Sign (west side of Bloor Street & High Park Avenue) 🫎 I'll be wearing my **Moose Hat** ⏰ **Meetup Time:** **11:00 AM** I will only wait **5 minutes.** **Early is on time. On time is late.** We'll leave promptly so everyone can enjoy the full walk together. 🏁 **End Point:** Back at High Park Subway Station *** ## 🎟️ Meetup Fee **$5 cash in person or e-transfer** 📧 **[mathewmaclean@hotmail.com](mailto:mathewmaclean@hotmail.com)** This fee helps support the group and allows us to continue organizing events like this. Thank you for supporting community! 💖 *** ## 🎒 What to Bring 💧 Water 👟 Comfortable walking shoes 🧺 Lunch or snacks for our picnic break 🥪 Something small to share with the group if you'd like 🧴 Sunscreen 🕶️ Sunglasses 🐿️ Your Sunday afternoon spirit *** ## 🌈 Who Is This For? This group is open to anyone who wants to get outside, meet new people, and make friends—whether you're single or not. We also host: 🎬 Movies 🚶 Walks & hikes 🎭 Arts & culture outings 🍽️ Restaurant gatherings There's always something happening. *** **REMEMBER:** You're always welcome to just show up on the day if you're unsure about your schedule. As always, sometimes plans change and events may need to be cancelled—please keep an eye on the event page for updates. *** 👤 **Organizer:** Mathew Questions? Post on the event wall or email 📧 **[torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com)** **Come for the park.** **Stay for the picnic.** **Leave with a few more names in your phone than when you arrived.** 🌳🧺✨

High Park Yoga

**\~Please [SIGN UP here](https://calendly.com/breathinginnature/yoga-in-nature) for free before the class\~** [Click here for a map of the exact location](https://goo.gl/maps/x1YMV41Bmhcf7chb6). My community classes in High Park are by donation, for all bodies, and no experience is required. What is yoga? We combine breath, movement and awareness, all in the healing nature of High Park. **What to bring?** * Yoga mat (optional - the grass is nice to yoga on) * Water * Weather-appropriate clothing/ blanket for relaxation We yoga rain or shine. There is shelter if we need it. [Exact location](https://maps.app.goo.gl/9424Zn5G1Xf4kTEj7), close the the High Park Forest School by the North Gate (short walk from High Park Subway station, Bloor and High Park intersection). My classes are by donation, or pay what you can. It's also drop-in, so feel free to just show up. Donations can be made at the class in person, via our [Breathing in Nature Gift Economy](https://www.breathinginnature.com/gift-economy/) or e-transfer to nici@breathinginnature.com. On average folks donate between $5-$30 per class. Please don't hesitate to contact me if you have any questions. 416.885.0583 If you are wondering who I am and what I do, feel free to check out my my [website](https://www.breathinginnature.com/), [Instagram](https://www.instagram.com/breathinginnature/), [Facebook](https://www.facebook.com/nicole.bohr) page, [my bio](https://www.breathinginnature.com/about/), or [my LinkedIn](www.linkedin.com/in/nicoleczerwinski/).

Walk & coffee on the lakeshore

Forest Hill Walk Club Weekly Sunday Mornings

🌿 Hogg's Hollow Summer Evening Walk & Dinner 🌅

### 🌿 Hogg's Hollow Summer Evening Walk & Dinner 🌅 Join us for a beautiful **summer evening walk** through **Hogg's Hollow**, one of Toronto's most charming and historic neighbourhoods tucked away in the heart of North York. With its winding roads, forested trails, picturesque bridges, and peaceful ravines, it's hard to believe you're still in the city. We'll stroll through the valley where the **West Don River** winds its way past historic homes, quiet streets, and lush green spaces. Along the way, we'll explore the area's fascinating history—from **James Hogg**, the Scottish settler who established a mill here in the 1820s, to the tragic **Hogg's Hollow Disaster** of 1960, when five workers lost their lives during the construction of a water tunnel, an event that forever changed workplace safety laws in Ontario. As the evening sun filters through the trees, it's the perfect opportunity to enjoy great conversation, meet new people, and discover one of Toronto's hidden gems. 📲 **Join Our WhatsApp Group:**[ Click here to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRFTkxRlHS4B3IL1lMleUd) *** 📍 **Meetup Location:** I'll be waiting near the **Shell gas station** (easy to spot!) wearing my famous **Moose Hat** 🦌 🏁 **Ending Spot:** Right back where we started. 🕡 **Meetup Time:** **6:30 PM** *(I'll wait just 5 minutes.)* 🍗 **Dinner After** After the walk, we'll head to **Swiss Chalet** for a relaxed dinner. Whether you're joining for the famous rotisserie chicken, a salad, or just great conversation, it's the perfect way to end a summer evening. 💵 **Meetup Fee:** **$5** (cash 💵 or e-transfer 📲 to **[mathewmaclean@hotmail.com](mailto:mathewmaclean@hotmail.com)**) 🥾 **What to Bring:** * Water 💧 * Comfortable walking shoes * Bug spray (optional) * A camera—you never know what you'll spot! 📸 ☀️ **Weather** This event takes place rain or shine, except in cases of severe weather. As we always say: **There's no such thing as bad weather—only unsuitable clothing.** *** **REMEMBER:** Feel free to just show up! If you're unsure of your plans, you're always welcome to decide on the day. 👤 **Organized by Mathew** For questions, post on the event wall or email: **[torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com)**