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UID:10005669-1775563200-1776513600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Collier Street United Church On-line Silent Auction and Gala Dinner
DESCRIPTION:Collier Street United Church 29th Annual On-line Silent Auction & Gala Dinner\nApril 7 – 12 noon to April 18 – 12 noon\nSomething for everyone!\n• Artwork\n• China\, Crystal & Silver\n• Baking\n• Dinners\n• Local Business Gift Certificates\n• Homemade Soup\, Jams & Jellies\n• Furniture and household items\n• Sporting Goods\nAnd so much more!!!!\nhttps://collierunited.quickbids.biz/ \nGala Dinner – Thursday April 16 – 5:30 pm\nIn-Person Option includes Hors D’Oeuvres\, Chicken Marsala or Pan Seared Cod\, Parmesan Potatoes and Vegetables\, Seasonal Salad\, Homemade Brioche Bun\, Biscoff Cheesecake & Biscotti\n$50 per person \nTake-out Option includes Chicken Marsala\, Parmesan Potatoes and Vegetables\, Seasonal Salad\, Homemade Brioche Bun & Biscoff Cheesecake\n$35 per person\nTickets: 2026colliersilentauctionmeals.eventbrite.ca
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/collier-street-united-church-on-line-silent-auction-and-gala-dinner-2/
LOCATION:CollierStreetUnited Church\, 112 Collier Street\, Barrie\, ON\, L4M 1H3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Collier Street United Church":MAILTO:collierunited@rogers.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260418T150000
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UID:10006131-1776506400-1776524400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:RYRUC Spring Craft Market 2026
DESCRIPTION:Our Spring Craft Market is back and will be held on Saturday\, April 18 from 10:00am to 3:00pm at Royal York Road United Church. The timing is perfect for picking up gifts and treating yourself! 70 vendors will be selling art\, photography\, preserves and other tasty treats\, sewn and knitted items\, jewellery and stationery. We’ll have a snack bar as well as a bake sale run by the United Church Women and a craft centre for children hosted by Toronto Kidz.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/ryruc-spring-craft-market-2026/
LOCATION:Royal York Road United Church\, 851 Royal York Road\, Etobicoke\, Ontario\, M8Y 2V3
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T033647
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260323T200223Z
UID:10005686-1776607200-1776618000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:PB&J Lyric Lounge: Pop\, Blues\, and Jazz
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an afternoon of music and community featuring Gregory Walshaw\, music director of Humbercrest United Church. This coffee-house style performance will feature a variety of genres\, and a variety of instruments! From jazz piano to acoustic folk\, and Hammond B-3 blues stylings to pop and rock keyboard\, there will be something for everyone at this inclusive and accessible afternoon of music. Light refreshments available.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/pbj-lyric-lounge-pop-blues-and-jazz/
LOCATION:Humbercrest United Church\, 16 Baby Point Rd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Humbercrest United Church":MAILTO:info@humbercrest.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T033647
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UID:10005690-1776610800-1776618000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Then Let Us Sing! Hymn Sing and Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Learn about the new United Church of Canada Hymnal Supplement and online hymn portal. Sing through selections from the new resource.\nThis event will be led by clinicians Debbie Fingas and Dawn Duncliffe\, and accessible in person at St. Andrew’s United Church in downtown Toronto or via streaming link. \nPlease register at http://www.sochs.org/events by 15 April 2026. There is no charge for this event\, co-sponsored by St. Andrew’s and The Southern Ontario Chapter of the Hymn Society (SOCHS). Light refreshments will be served at 3:00pm\, with singing (and streaming) to begin at 3:30pm. \nFor online details\, link will be sent to registrants during the days prior to the event.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/then-let-us-sing-hymn-sing-and-workshop/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s United Church\, Toronto\, 117 Bloor St. East\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4W 1A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational
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ORGANIZER;CN="SOCHS (Southern Ontario Chapter of the Hymn Society)":MAILTO:info@sochs.org
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260419T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T033647
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LAST-MODIFIED:20260407T174824Z
UID:10006074-1776610800-1776618000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Then Let Us Sing! Hymn Sing and Workshop
DESCRIPTION:Dawn Duncliffe and Debbie Fingas explore the new worship resource Then Let us Sing! Discover some of its riches and learn how to leverage online extras. \nRefreshments and meet and mix at 3:00. Worship and hymn sing at 3:30. \nContact jda2602@gmail.com for further details. \nA virtual option will be available when after you register online at www.sochs.org
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/then-let-us-sing-hymn-sing-and-workshop-2/
LOCATION:St. Andrew’s United Church\, Toronto\, 117 Bloor St. East\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4W 1A9\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="SOCHS (Southern Ontario Chapter of the Hymn Society)":MAILTO:info@sochs.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260420T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260420T200000
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UID:10005134-1776711600-1776715200@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:West End Affirm Film Festival - Screening of Prayers for Bobby
DESCRIPTION:She loves everything about him\, except who he is. \nJoin us for a special screening of Prayers for Bobby\, a powerful and moving film based on the true story of Bobby Griffith and his family. The film explores themes of faith\, family\, mental health\, and the profound impact of acceptance and understanding\, particularly in the lives of LGBTQ+ youth. \nTo register for the screening and for more information about the West End Affirm Film Series\, including other screenings and locations\, please visit: West End Affirm Events – 5 Upcoming Activities and Tickets | Eventbrite
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/west-end-affirm-film-festival-screening-of-prayers-for-bobby/
LOCATION:Humbercrest United Church\, 16 Baby Point Rd\, Toronto\, Ontario\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260420T203000
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UID:10005689-1776711600-1776717000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Is It Time for your Community of Faith to Become an Apartheid Free Community?
DESCRIPTION:During the webinar we will explore: Is what exists today in Israel and Palestine apartheid? What can we learn from the struggle against apartheid in South Africa? How can my faith community become an Apartheid-Free Community? What would that mean? \nRegister Here: https://unjppi.us6.list-manage.com/track/click?u=7f4ab9a5a57204972eba6a8cf&id=9e30d8b09b&e=898dac6991
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/is-it-time-for-your-community-of-faith-to-become-an-apartheid-free-community/
LOCATION:Zoom\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Justice
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260422T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T033647
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UID:10005135-1776859200-1776870000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:BIDS 'N BITES - Spring luncheon and cards
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate spring with a fancy sandwich lunch\, games (Bridge\, euchre\, cribbage\, even Scrabble – whatever your foursome wants to play)\, grab bargains at the silent auction\, and hope for a door prize win.\nLadies and gentlemen welcome.\nProceeds support Humber Valley United UCW charitable endeavours.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/bids-n-bites-spring-luncheon-and-cards/
LOCATION:76 Anglesey Boulevard Toronto\, 76 Anglesey Boulevard\, Toronto\, ON\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Humber Valley United Church":MAILTO:info@hvuc.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260423T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T033647
CREATED:20260226T201527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260226T201527Z
UID:10005132-1776960000-1777118400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:New Beginnings\, A Courage & Renewal® Spring Retreat
DESCRIPTION:What does it take to start something new?  For some it takes connecting to courage\, for others it takes time apart from everyday routines. Are you looking to begin again with a deeper sense of purpose? Perhaps you want to reconnect your soul with your roles in life?  Or are simply longing for protected time to rest and reflect? This retreat is for anyone in need of a fresh start. \nEvent Cost: Includes all meals\, instruction\, lodging and tax $700.00 per person (private room)/ $520 per person (shared room)/ $350 per person (commuter). \n 
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/new-beginnings-a-courage-renewal-spring-retreat/
LOCATION:Kingfisher Bay Retreat Centre\, 150 Fraser Estates Lane\, North Kawartha\, Ontario\, K0L 2H0\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Rosedale Centre":MAILTO:info@rosedalecentre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260424T220000
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UID:10004933-1777059000-1777068000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Friday Folk Club
DESCRIPTION:A fun evening of down home folk music presented in a coffee house setting.\nOctober 24 …… Sea Shanties with “Pressgang Mutiny”\nDecember 5. …. A Seasonal Singalong with members of Brampton Folk Club\nJanuary 30……..Celtic Fiddle and Song with “Maggie’s Wake”\nFebruary 27……Fiddle Supergroup “Portage”\nMarch 27……….Fun Bluegrass Band “The Slocan Ramblers”\nApril 24………….Sing into Spring with Leah Holtom and “Gathering Sparks”\nMay 23…………\,.Brampton Folk Club Annual Showcase Concert (Saturday Concert)
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/friday-folk-club/2026-04-24/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s United Church (Brampton)\, 30 Main Street South\, Brampton\, ON\, L6W 2C4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Brampton Folk Club":MAILTO:Info@bramptonfolk.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T130000
DTSTAMP:20260416T033647
CREATED:20260330T223618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260330T223618Z
UID:10005694-1777104000-1777122000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Kingsway-Lambton Charity Flea Market
DESCRIPTION:The Kingsway-Lambton Charity Flea Market invites the community to enjoy a fun and meaningful event on Saturday\, April 25\, 2026\, from 8:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. \nVisitors can explore a wide variety of treasures\, including antiques\, china and silver\, books\, records and DVDs\, jewellery\, cookware\, linens\, framed art\, toys\, small appliances\, sports gear\, housewares\, and more. Clothing for men\, women\, and children will also be available\, offering something for everyone. \nGuests are welcome to enjoy BBQ\, coffee\, and refreshments while connecting with others in a warm and lively atmosphere. \nAll proceeds from the flea market support over 20 charitable organizations\, making every purchase an opportunity to give back to the community. \nDonations of gently used items are gratefully accepted. Items can be dropped off at the west/glass entrance of the church. For specific drop-off times\, visitors are encouraged to check the event page on the church website.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/kingsway-lambton-charity-flea-market/
LOCATION:Kingsway-Lambton United Church\, 85 The Kingsway\, Etobicoke\, Ontario\, M8X 2T6\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kingsway-Lambton United Church":MAILTO:office@kingswaylambton.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T180000
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UID:10005672-1777132800-1777140000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Take-Away Roast Beef Dinner - Midhurst United Church
DESCRIPTION:Enjoy a delicious take out meal including —\n*Roast Beef and gravy\n*Mashed potatoes and vegetables\n*Garden salad and dressing\n*Horseradish and bun\n*A selection of our famous homemade pies\nCOST: $35.00 Cash \nSaturday\, April 25\, 2026\nDinners can be picked up at the church drive-thru on Sat. April 25th at your scheduled time and then easily reheated at your convenience. \nMidhurst United Church\n91 Doran Road\nMidhurst\nQuestions?\nPhone: Liz at 705-722-7208
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/take-away-roast-beef-dinner-midhurst-united-church-4/
LOCATION:Midhurst United Church\, 91 DORAN RD\, Midhurst\, ON\, L9X 0L5\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Midhurst United Church":MAILTO:office@midhurstunitedchurch.ca
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260425T183000
DTSTAMP:20260416T033647
CREATED:20250902T210200Z
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UID:10004800-1777132800-1777141800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Community Meal
DESCRIPTION:All are welcome for our delicious and nutritious Community Meal the last Saturday of the month! The menu is our famous vegetable soup\, salad\, roast beef and roast potatoes with gravy\, steamed vegetables\, and homemade dessert. \nOur doors open for community time\, coffee\, tea\, fruit\, and cookies at 4pm. Dinner is served at 5pm. Enjoy live music while dinner is served!
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/community-meal/2026-04-25/
LOCATION:Runnymede United Church\, 432 Runnymede Rd\, Toronto\, ON\, M6S 2Y8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Runnymede United Church":MAILTO:office@runnymedeunited.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20260429T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20260429T153000
DTSTAMP:20260416T033647
CREATED:20260414T184125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260414T184125Z
UID:10006134-1777471200-1777476600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Fairlawn Avenue United Church Senior's Ministry Discussion Series
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a fun and easy session with Artificial Intelligence! Wednesday\, April 29 2:00pm – 3:30pm \nOur guest speaker\, Ebrahim Alia\, Program Coordinator at Rainbow Seniors at Lansing United\, is a technology specialist with a background in digital media\, technology training\, and delivers workshops and presentations on technology\, social media\, and digital tools\, helping people understand technology in a simple and practical way. \nJoin us and learn how Al works and how to turn your ideas into pictures. No technical skills are needed. \nThese gatherings will be inclusive\, engaging\, and filled with opportunities to connect face-to-face. Each session will explore interesting\, accessible\, and enjoyable topics inspired by shared experiences\, curiosity\, and community. \nWhether you’ve attended previously or are joining us for the first time\, you’ll be warmly welcomed. Come on your own or bring a friend\, neighbour\, or family member—together we’ll enjoy good conversation\, shared stories\, and memorable moments. \nNo registration is required—just come as you are.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/fairlawn-avenue-united-church-seniors-ministry-discussion-series/
LOCATION:Fairlawn Avenue United Church\, 28 Fairlawn Avenue\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M5M 1S7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Fairlawn Avenue United Church":MAILTO:churchoffice@fairlawnavenueunited.ca
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