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November in Toronto

Festivals, Holidays, Trade Shows and Other Special Events

By Marilyn Campbell, About.com

Cenotaph at Old City Hall - Remebrance Day Ceremony Site

Marilyn Campbell

Remembrance Day, the Santa Claus Parade, the Royal Winter Fair, and the One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale are just a bit of what's happening in Toronto in November 2009.

See also:
Green Toronto Calendar | Performing Arts Calendar

Saturday October 24 - Sunday November 1, 2009
33rd Annual Jewish Book Fair
The Koffler Centre of the Arts presents readings, screenings, kids programming and more in its new location at the Lipa Green Centre for Jewish Community Services.

Friday October 30 - Sunday November 1, 2009
The BabyTime Show
Parents of babies and toddler or prenatal parents can check out products and services, listen to speakers, and even take their little ones to enjoy kid-friendly entertainment and activities at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre.

Sunday November 1, 2009
Canzine
Broken Pencil magazine hosts this day of zines, small press and other alternative culture. Not only will $5 get you in the door of the Gladstone to visit the many tables of publishers, but you'll also be getting an issue of Broken Pencil, plus access to workshops and entertainment.

Sunday November 1 - Wednesday November 11, 2009
Holocaust Education Week
The Holocaust Centre of Toronto provides listings of the many events going on during the week, including speakers, film screenings, art exhibits, plus special programming for students and educators.

Monday November 2 - Sunday November 8, 2009
Toronto Hispano-American Film Festival
Spanish language features, shorts and documentaries.

Wednesday November 4 - Saturday November 7, 2009
Regent Park Film Festival
A community film festival with an emphasis on South Asian, African, East Asian, and Caribbean films.

Thursday November 5 to Saturday November 14, 2009
The 16th Rendezvous with Madness Film Festival
Films and panels explore mental illness and addiction at the Workman Theatre, 1001 Queen Street West.

Friday November 6 - Sunday November 15, 2009
The 86th Royal Agricultural Winter Fair
Visit the Direct Energy Centre in Exhibition Place to take in the agricultural displays, family activities, wine and apple competition and of course the equestrian show, including the RCMP Musical Ride.

Wednesday November 11, 2009
Remembrance Day Ceremonies
Honour all those served, including the many who gave their lives.

Wednesday November 11 - Sunday November 15, 2009
The 13th Annual Toronto Reel Asian International Film Festival
Enjoy numerous features and short films from "contemporary Asian cinema and work from the Asian diaspora" - and don't forget to check out the parties!

Sunday November 15, 2009
The Santa Claus Parade
Santa Claus returns to the streets of Toronto, bringing a bit of early Christmas cheer with him.

Saturday November 21 - Thursday December 31, 2009
Christmas Remembered
Visit Black Creek Pioneer Village during the holidays to experience Victorian-style Christmas cheer. There's special programming each weekend during Christmas Remembered (Black Creek is closed on Christmas Day and Boxing Day).

Thursday November 26 - Sunday December 6, 2009
One of a Kind Christmas Show and Sale
Visit the Direct Energy Centre to browse a huge selection of unique gift and decorating ideas created by Canadian artists and craftspeople.
• See other Christmas Craft Shows in Toronto

Friday November 27, 2009 - Sunday January 3, 2010
Trail of Lights at Downsview Park
Take an evening stroll along a three-kilometer trail decorated with a variety of large LED light displays.

Saturday November 28 - Thursday December 31, 2009
Toronto's Cavalcade of Lights
Enjoy fireworks and lighting displays at neighbourhoods throughout the city.

A round-up of weekend events is posted on the About.com: Toronto blog every Thursday. Sign up for the newsletter to get a weekly reminder in your inbox.

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