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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250923T153000
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UID:10004835-1758641400-1758659400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:COMET (Come Out & Meet Each Tuesday) 2SLGBTQIA+ Youth Drop-in
DESCRIPTION:We’re excited to launch a new free weekly after school drop-in program for 2SLGBTQIA+ youth ages 13-18 living in North Toronto and the GTA. Questioning youth and allied friends are also welcome. The program is called COMET (Come Out & Meet Each Tuesday) and will be held at 28 Fairlawn Avenue on Tuesdays from 3:30 – 8:30 pm starting September 23\, 2025. COMET program activities include arts and crafts\, board games\, cooking\, creative workshops\, and more. Dinner and snacks will be provided at no cost. Message us on Instagram (@comet.nt) or email comet@fairlawnavenueunited.ca for more information.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/comet-come-out-meet-each-tuesday-2slgbtqia-youth-drop-in/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250924T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250924T201500
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250908T143851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T143851Z
UID:10004823-1758740400-1758744900@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Hearing God
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Dr. Connie Den Bok is offering a Bible Study course\, “Hearing God\,” beginning Wednesday\, September 17\, running for 4 weeks. The course will be held in the Four Seasons Room at St. Paul’s United Church\, Brampton.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/hearing-god/2025-09-24/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s United Church (Brampton)\, 30 Main Street South\, Brampton\, ON\, L6W 2C4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="St. Paul's United Church Brampton":MAILTO:stpaulsoffice@on.aibn.com
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250927
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250929
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250814T135007Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250814T201238Z
UID:10004778-1758931200-1759103999@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:AURA Walk 'N Roll 2025
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to AURA’s annual fall fundraiser! \nFamilies\, neighbors\, church groups\, sponsors\, former refugees\, and other AURA supporters come together to host small local events – walks\, rides\, book clubs\, garden tours\, and more – to raise funds and awareness to the cause of refugees. \nThese donations are crucial in helping AURA support over 400 refugees in various stages of their journeys. \nThis year\, the events for the Walk ‘N Roll for refugees will take place on the coordinated weekend of September 27-28. \nSee attached link to create your own event or donate to existing fundraisers.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/aura-walk-n-roll-2025/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="AURA":MAILTO:ebad@auraforrefugees.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250927T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250927T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250821T155032Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250821T155638Z
UID:10004782-1758967200-1758981600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Royal York Road United Church - Autumn Sale of Puzzles\, Games\, and Books
DESCRIPTION:Royal York Road United Church is holding its annual AUTUMN SALE OF PUZZLES\, GAMES AND BOOKS. Come and stock up on entertainment for fall and winter.\nBargain prices on puzzles and games\, books: children’s\, gardening\, cooking and fiction.\nSaturday\, September 27th from 10 am to 2 pm. We are located at 851 Royal York Road (3 blocks south of Bloor St. West in Etobicoke).\nFor me information call 416-231-9401 or www.ryru.ca.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/royal-york-road-united-church-autumn-sale-of-puzzles-games-and-books/
LOCATION:Royal York Road United Church\, 851 Royal York Road\, Etobicoke\, Ontario\, M8Y 2V3
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250927T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250927T183000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250902T210200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T210200Z
UID:10004793-1758988800-1758997800@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/2025-09-27/
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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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20250928T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20250928T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250902T210219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T210219Z
UID:10004814-1759055400-1759060800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Orange Shirt Day
DESCRIPTION:Orange Shirt Day Worship with guest preacher Jonathan Hamilton-Diabo
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/orange-shirt-day/
LOCATION:Runnymede United Church\, 432 Runnymede Rd\, Toronto\, ON\, M6S 2Y8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Educational,Livestreaming,Right Relations
ORGANIZER;CN="Runnymede United Church":MAILTO:office@runnymedeunited.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251001T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251001T201500
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250908T143851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T143851Z
UID:10004824-1759345200-1759349700@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Hearing God
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Dr. Connie Den Bok is offering a Bible Study course\, “Hearing God\,” beginning Wednesday\, September 17\, running for 4 weeks. The course will be held in the Four Seasons Room at St. Paul’s United Church\, Brampton.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/hearing-god/2025-10-01/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s United Church (Brampton)\, 30 Main Street South\, Brampton\, ON\, L6W 2C4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="St. Paul's United Church Brampton":MAILTO:stpaulsoffice@on.aibn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251003T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251003T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250925T181911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T181911Z
UID:10004839-1759512600-1759525200@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:The Magic of Gratitude and Giving
DESCRIPTION:Please join us as we celebrate our Anniversary and support our community.\nProceeds with benefit the Daily Bread Food Bank. \nOn October 3rd\, St. Andrew’s United Church is hosting The Magic of Gratitude and Giving – a night of community\, celebration\, and generosity – to raise critical funds for the Daily Bread Food Bank. The funds raised by St. Andrew’s during this event will be matched during the pre-Thanksgiving Daily Bread Food Bank campaign. \nIncluded will be a fresh 3 course\, homecooked meal\, entertainment by our wonderful Jazz Trio\, guest Superstar Magician Jonah Babins. There will be a silent auction\, items for everyone to choose from\, a raffle and an open bar. \nWe’d love you to join us—and bring along your family and friends! It will be an evening filled with good food\, magic\, gratitude\, and giving.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/the-magic-of-gratitude-and-giving/
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="St. Andrew's United Church":MAILTO:standrewsunited@outlook.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251003T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251003T210000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250724T151327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T183158Z
UID:10004768-1759518000-1759525200@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Connecting to You Women’s Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Islington United Church’s Stewart East Hall for our pre-Thanksgiving Connecting to You Women’s Retreat\, Cultivating Gratitude for Enough. \nWe’re meeting on Friday\, Oct. 3\, from 7 to 9 p.m. and Saturday\, Oct. 4\, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. \nFriday night\, we will explore what it means to be “enough” despite cultural messages. Saturday\, guest speaker Miriam Frey – a Kitchener-Waterloo spiritual director and educator – returns to help us identify how each of our spiritual preferences (mystic\, intellectual\, relational\, or social justice orientation) is “enough”. We will then consider ways to cultivate and connect with our gratitude for being “enough”. \nWe’ll provide a soup lunch on Saturday and gluten-free options will also be available. We’ll also have refreshments and worship\, and lots of time to enjoy community. \nDetails\nRegistration will open on August 27\, 2025\nNo experience or preparation is necessary.\nPlease indicate by September 21 if you need child care.\nBring a pen\, notebook\, and water bottle both days.\nLight refreshments and Saturday’s lunch will be provided. \nCost\n$50.00\nCost should not be a barrier. All are welcome and assistance is available on request. \nDetails and registration information will be available on our website: https://islingtonunited.org/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/connecting-to-you-womens-retreat-4/2025-10-03/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251004T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251004T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250724T151327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T183158Z
UID:10004769-1759570200-1759586400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Connecting to You Women’s Retreat
DESCRIPTION:Join us in Islington United Church’s Stewart East Hall for our pre-Thanksgiving Connecting to You Women’s Retreat\, Cultivating Gratitude for Enough. \nWe’re meeting on Friday\, Oct. 3\, from 7 to 9 p.m. and Saturday\, Oct. 4\, from 9:30 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. \nFriday night\, we will explore what it means to be “enough” despite cultural messages. Saturday\, guest speaker Miriam Frey – a Kitchener-Waterloo spiritual director and educator – returns to help us identify how each of our spiritual preferences (mystic\, intellectual\, relational\, or social justice orientation) is “enough”. We will then consider ways to cultivate and connect with our gratitude for being “enough”. \nWe’ll provide a soup lunch on Saturday and gluten-free options will also be available. We’ll also have refreshments and worship\, and lots of time to enjoy community. \nDetails\nRegistration will open on August 27\, 2025\nNo experience or preparation is necessary.\nPlease indicate by September 21 if you need child care.\nBring a pen\, notebook\, and water bottle both days.\nLight refreshments and Saturday’s lunch will be provided. \nCost\n$50.00\nCost should not be a barrier. All are welcome and assistance is available on request. \nDetails and registration information will be available on our website: https://islingtonunited.org/
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/connecting-to-you-womens-retreat-4/2025-10-04/
LOCATION:Islington United Church\, 25 Burnhamthorpe Road\, Toronto\, ON\, M9A 1G9
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Islington United Church":MAILTO:office@islingtonunited.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251004T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251004T173000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250929T172749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T172749Z
UID:10004845-1759595400-1759599000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Jazz & Reflection with Jane Bunnett & Hilario Durán
DESCRIPTION:Beach United Church presents five-time JUNO Award winner Jane Bunnett\, joined by Cuban pianist Hilario Durán for its first Jazz & Reflection of the season on Saturday\, October 4th at 4:30pm. As always\, our concerts are pay-what-you-can\, with a suggested minimum of $15. \nAll proceeds go towards Beach United’s many community & music programs.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/jazz-reflection-with-jane-bunnett-hilario-duran/
LOCATION:Beach United Church\, 140 Wineva Ave.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4E 2T4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251004T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251004T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250929T182819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251001T135715Z
UID:10004844-1759595400-1759600800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Sacred Jazz: Leaning to the Canadian Light
DESCRIPTION:Save the date and plan to attend the next Sacred Jazz Service hosted by Bloor Street United Church in Toronto! It will be held on Saturday\, October 4 at 4:30pm in the Parlour of St. Matthew’s United Church at 729 St. Clair Ave West. \nCome for a time of Canadian jazz music\, poetry\, and reflection led by Rev. Douglas duCharme and a fantastic group of musicians: Randolf Jimenez (drums)\, Mikey Zahorak (piano)\, Kathleen Matthews (vocals)\, and Andrew Ferguson (upright bass)! \nIf you were at the previous services\, you know what a special and meaningful time this is. If not\, come experience it for the first time! It’s a beautiful spiritual experience in community. Tickets are not required\, and everyone is warmly welcomed! Mark your calendar now – you won’t want to miss it.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/sacred-jazz-leaning-to-the-canadian-light/
LOCATION:St.Matthew’s United Church\, 729 St. Clair Avenue West\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6C 1B2\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bloor Street United Church":MAILTO:martha@bloorstreetunited.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251005T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251005T120000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250926T170832Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250926T170832Z
UID:10004842-1759660200-1759665600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Covenanting Service  with Trinity-St. Paul's United Church and Rev. Hewitt Holmes
DESCRIPTION:You are warmly invited to join the congregation of Trinity-St. Paul’s United Church\, Shining Waters Regional Council\, and the wider community in a service of worship and celebration as we covenant with The Rev. Hewitt T. Holmes in ministry. \nTogether\, we will give thanks for God’s guiding Spirit\, rejoice in this new partnership\, and commit ourselves to walking the good way of Christ in faith\, justice\, and creative community. All are welcome. Come share in this moment of joy\, prayer\, and promise!
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/covenanting-service-with-trinity-st-pauls-united-church-and-rev-hewitt-holmes/
LOCATION:Trinity-St. Paul’s United Church\, 427 Bloor St W\, Toronto\, ON\, M5S 1X7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Trinity-St. Paul's United Church":MAILTO:social@trinitystpauls.ca
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251007T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251007T183000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250502T145257Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250627T160715Z
UID:10004689-1759831200-1759861800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Christian Style Yoga at Simcoside Lifepointe Church \, Orillia
DESCRIPTION:If you are looking for an opportunity to improve your health and well-being while enjoying God’s peace and presence than we invite you to class! Whether you are a brand-new beginner\, have physical limitations or health conditions\, are more experienced\, active or not active\, yoga is for every BODY. We are currently offering the following classes Gentle Yoga\, and Chair Yoga and Stretch and Strengthen Yoga. We would love to have you join in! Tuesdays for 8 weeks starting May 6th. Chair Yoga at 10am \, Gentle Yoga at 11:15am. Stretch and Strengthen Yoga at 5:30pm. Sandy Patrick E-RYT and Crystal Rosewell RYT
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/christian-style-yoga-at-simcoside-lifepointe-church-orillia/2025-10-07/
LOCATION:ON
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251007T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251007T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250918T140636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T140636Z
UID:10004837-1759860000-1759867200@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Bingo Night
DESCRIPTION:Free Event\nJoin us for Bingo\, Prizes\, Pizza & Fun!\nTo reserve a table call ahead or e-mail us at office@boltonunitedchurch.com or just drop in.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/bingo-night-5/
LOCATION:Bolton United Church\, 8 Nancy Street\, Bolton\, Ontario\, L7E 1C7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bolton United Church":MAILTO:office@boltonunitedchurch.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251008T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251008T201500
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250908T143851Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250908T143851Z
UID:10004825-1759950000-1759954500@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Hearing God
DESCRIPTION:Rev. Dr. Connie Den Bok is offering a Bible Study course\, “Hearing God\,” beginning Wednesday\, September 17\, running for 4 weeks. The course will be held in the Four Seasons Room at St. Paul’s United Church\, Brampton.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/hearing-god/2025-10-08/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s United Church (Brampton)\, 30 Main Street South\, Brampton\, ON\, L6W 2C4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Educational
ORGANIZER;CN="St. Paul's United Church Brampton":MAILTO:stpaulsoffice@on.aibn.com
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251012T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251012T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250925T182918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T182918Z
UID:10004840-1760284800-1760292000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Thanksgiving Service and Dinner
DESCRIPTION:On Thanksgiving weekend\, Uganda Martyrs United Church celebrates Thanksgiving\, Anniversary and Independence of Uganda. We invite you to join us at our Table.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/thanksgiving-service-and-dinner/
LOCATION:2799 Weston Road\, Toronto\, ON\, 2799 Weston Road\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M9M2R8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="Uganda Martyrs United Church of Canada":MAILTO:secretaryumucc@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251014T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251014T110000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20251015T163016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T215243Z
UID:10004891-1760436000-1760439600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Yoga
DESCRIPTION:Weekly every Tuesday. Gentle exercise among friends with gentle guidance
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/yoga/2025-10-14/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s United Church (Brampton)\, 30 Main Street South\, Brampton\, ON\, L6W 2C4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="St. Paul's United Church Brampton":MAILTO:stpaulsoffice@on.aibn.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251015T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251015T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250917T210415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T210415Z
UID:10004827-1760522400-1760540400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Changing Seasons: Exploring Life's Transitions
DESCRIPTION:How can we face life’s transitions with grace\, integrity and courage? “Changing Seasons” is a retreat for people interested in exploring what it means to move through life’s transitions and how we can enter into times of change with intention and openness. \nOctober 15-16\, 2025\, 10am-3pm both days\nJanuary 21-22\, 2026\, 10am-3pm both days\nand May 6-7\, 2026\, 10am-3pm both days \nSign up for the fall retreat as an introduction before signing on to the winter and spring retreats. \nFall intro retreat: $100 \nWinter retreat: $125 \nSpring retreat: $125 \nFull three-season series: $300 (can be purchased after the fall introductory retreat – we’ll credit your account) \nThis retreat series takes place at the Rosedale Centre in Toronto. The Rosedale Centre is a secular community space offering music\, arts\, wellness\, and social programming for all ages. It hosts concerts\, art exhibitions\, community meetings\, and educational workshops. All are welcome. Located in Rosedale United Church\, the building is fully accessible and 2SLGBTQ+ affirming.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/changing-seasons-exploring-lifes-transitions/2025-10-15/
LOCATION:The Rosedale Centre\, 159 Roxborough Drive\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4W1X7\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Rosedale Centre":MAILTO:info@rosedalecentre.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251016T150000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250917T210415Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250917T210415Z
UID:10004828-1760608800-1760626800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Changing Seasons: Exploring Life's Transitions
DESCRIPTION:How can we face life’s transitions with grace\, integrity and courage? “Changing Seasons” is a retreat for people interested in exploring what it means to move through life’s transitions and how we can enter into times of change with intention and openness. \nOctober 15-16\, 2025\, 10am-3pm both days\nJanuary 21-22\, 2026\, 10am-3pm both days\nand May 6-7\, 2026\, 10am-3pm both days \nSign up for the fall retreat as an introduction before signing on to the winter and spring retreats. \nFall intro retreat: $100 \nWinter retreat: $125 \nSpring retreat: $125 \nFull three-season series: $300 (can be purchased after the fall introductory retreat – we’ll credit your account) \nThis retreat series takes place at the Rosedale Centre in Toronto. The Rosedale Centre is a secular community space offering music\, arts\, wellness\, and social programming for all ages. It hosts concerts\, art exhibitions\, community meetings\, and educational workshops. All are welcome. Located in Rosedale United Church\, the building is fully accessible and 2SLGBTQ+ affirming.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/changing-seasons-exploring-lifes-transitions/2025-10-16/
LOCATION:The Rosedale Centre\, 159 Roxborough Drive\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M4W1X7\, 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:20251019T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251019T163000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250929T213930Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250929T213930Z
UID:10004843-1760884200-1760891400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Not A Workshop : A Lively Hymn Sing
DESCRIPTION:Lydia Pedersen and Jane Best lead a lively hymn sing featuring recent hymn texts by Lydia and recent tunes by Jane\, at Royal York Road United Church\, 851 Royal York Road\, Toronto. Refreshments at 2:30\, Presentation and discussion at 3-4:30. Please register (FREE) at http://www.sochs.org/events by 15 October so we can provide enough refreshments.
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/not-a-workshop-a-lively-hymn-sing/
LOCATION:Royal York Road United Church\, 851 Royal York Road\, Etobicoke\, Ontario\, M8Y 2V3
CATEGORIES:Educational
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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:20251020T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251020T170000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20251015T162942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T214742Z
UID:10005067-1760947200-1760979600@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Yoga at St. Paul’s
DESCRIPTION:Weekly\, every Monday. Gentle exercise amongst friends\, with gentle guidance
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/yoga-at-st-pauls/2025-10-20/1/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s United Church (Brampton)\, 30 Main Street South\, Brampton\, ON\, L6W 2C4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="St. Paul's United Church Brampton":MAILTO:stpaulsoffice@on.aibn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251020T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251020T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20251015T162942Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260202T214742Z
UID:10004854-1760986800-1760990400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Yoga at St. Paul’s
DESCRIPTION:Weekly\, every Monday. Gentle exercise amongst friends\, with gentle guidance
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/yoga-at-st-pauls/2025-10-20/2/
LOCATION:St. Paul’s United Church (Brampton)\, 30 Main Street South\, Brampton\, ON\, L6W 2C4\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
ORGANIZER;CN="St. Paul's United Church Brampton":MAILTO:stpaulsoffice@on.aibn.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251024T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251024T220000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20251029T175333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T175333Z
UID:10004928-1761334200-1761343200@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/2025-10-24/
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:20251025T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251025T180000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250925T182052Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250925T182052Z
UID:10004838-1761408000-1761415200@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Take-Away Roast Beef Dinner - Midhurst United Church
DESCRIPTION:Take Out Style Roast Beef Dinner – Saturday\, October 25\, 2025\nMidhurst United Church\, 91 Doran Road\, Midhurst\nCOST: $35.00 Cash – Call 705-722-7208 \nEnjoy 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 \nDinners can be picked up at the\nchurch drive-thru on Sat. Oct. 25th\nat your scheduled time and then\neasily reheated at your\nconvenience.\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-3/
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:20251025T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251025T183000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250902T210200Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T210200Z
UID:10004794-1761408000-1761417000@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/2025-10-25/
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:20251025T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251025T190000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20251015T162531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251015T162531Z
UID:10004849-1761408000-1761418800@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Youth Hub Minute-to-Win-It Event
DESCRIPTION:Hosted at St. James United Church in Etobicoke (400 Burnhamthorpe Road)\, run by the Youth Hub. All area United Church Youth Grade 8-12 are invited to attend with their youth leader.\nParticipate in a variety of “Minute-to-Win-It” Challenges\, which will be followed by a short worship together and a pizza dinner.\n4-7pm on Saturday\, October 25th.\nYou must register to attend – Here is the registration link: https://forms.gle/Tzg5zfWyFb1vV4zi7\nCost is $5 per person attending (to help cover costs of dinner).
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/youth-hub-minute-to-win-it-event/
LOCATION:400 Burhamthrope Rd.\, Etobicoke\, ON\, 400 Burnhamthorpe Rd.\, Etobicoke\, ON\, M9B2A8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251025T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251025T200000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250930T034428Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T034428Z
UID:10004846-1761411600-1761422400@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Temperanceville United Church Turkey Supper
DESCRIPTION:Temperanceville United Church is hosting its annual Turkey Supper.\nEnjoy a traditional turkey dinner with all of the trimmings\, with your family and friends in our heritage church building\, or in the comfort of your own home. New this year\, an eat-in option is available at 6:00 pm. Or\, if you prefer\, just pick up your meals at the church\, invite your friends to join you in your own home\, and you have all the makings of a wonderful evening.\nCost is $25 for adults and $10 for children\nTo reserve your tickets\, email catherine.sampson@rogers.com
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/temperanceville-united-church-turkey-supper/
LOCATION:Temperanceville United Church\, 734 King Road\, Richmond Hill\, (Oak Ridges)\, Ontario\, L8E 2Y8\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251026T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251026T140000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20251029T181502Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251029T181502Z
UID:10004939-1761480000-1761487200@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Make a Difference speaker series
DESCRIPTION:Transition\, Transform Transpire \nJoin Bloor Street and St. Matthew’s United Churches for a talk about what it is like to be a trans person in today’s climate. We will speak to topics such as gender affirming care\, legislation around bathrooms and sports\, pronouns\, and more. We will also briefly discuss Affirmative Action United/S’affirmer Ensemble and how we\, as a community\, can live further into our Affirming goals despite the challenges. \nThe talk will be held on Sunday Oct. 26 at 12:15 pm with Julian Munro\, the Re-Affirm Project Coordinator with Affirm United/S’affirmer Ensemble\, at St. Matthew’s United Church in Toronto (729 St Clair Ave West).
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/make-a-difference-speaker-series/
LOCATION:St. Matthew’s United Church\, Toronto\, 729 St. Clair Ave W.\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6C 1B3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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ORGANIZER;CN="Bloor Street United Church":MAILTO:martha@bloorstreetunited.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Toronto:20251026T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Toronto:20251026T143000
DTSTAMP:20260416T152627
CREATED:20250930T183835Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251006T201715Z
UID:10004847-1761481800-1761489000@shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca
SUMMARY:Lunch and Learn - Being a Good Ally
DESCRIPTION:This event is sponsored by Aurora United Church’s Affirming Ministry. The event will include a luncheon followed by a presentation by guest speaker David Hall on “Being a Good Ally”. Come for some good food\, fellowship and learning. Please let us know if you are coming by sending a quick email to Affirming Committee Co-Chair Lisa Kyriakides at lisa@kyriakides.ca
URL:https://shiningwatersregionalcouncil.ca/event/lunch-and-learn-being-a-good-ally/
LOCATION:Aurora United Church\, 79 Victoria Street\, Aurora\, ON\, L4G 1R3\, Canada
CATEGORIES:Community Events
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