Readers Respond: More December Events in Toronto

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NAUGHTY OR NICE Christmas Day PARTY

NAUGHTY OR NICE - the 1st Annual... The Official Chistmas Dinner After Party ** FRIDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2009 - 9:30pm to 3:00am ** The Corner Place 100 FRONT STREET EAST @ Jarvis, Toronto, ON M5A 1E1 NO COVER - 19+ Event - Cash Bar DRESS TO IMPRESS - No bandanas, Du-Rags or Hoodies Be ready to dance all night, and watch some of our best up and coming Canadian artists performing their latest tracks! Our DJ line-up will be playing some of the best of the Top 40, Hip Hop, R&B, House, Latin and Raggae. They aim to please, and this party is one of many leading up to YOUTH DAY next summer at Yonge Dundas Square. The night features non-stop music, up and coming artists, and the incredible J PEREZ… Plus FUN RAFFLES and CONTESTS for GREAT PRIZES! Donations will be graciously accepted and all proceeds of the night will go towards next summer 4th annual YOUTH DAY in support of young Canadian artists. Enjoy Christmas Dinner with your loved ones, and then JOIN US! www.youthdaytoronto.com

—Tylaine

First Annual Holiday House Party!

Shop local & support independent business owners. Visit Markham Street's studios, shops, galleries, and restaurants for a special holiday celebration on Saturday December 12th, from Noon until 8pm (...and later at some locations) Stroll down Markham Street in Mirvish Village (Bloor & Bathurst) and explore distinctive vintage, local handmade jewellery and clothing, antique & collectible shops, galleries and bistros. Take a rare opportunity to visit some of the art and design studios & discover exclusive one of a kind gifts. Meet local artists, designers, and entrepreneurs. Rumour has it that you will find some delicious treats along the way and great deals just in time for the holidays! Looking forward to seeing you on Saturday Dec. 12th!

—karenfoundit

Free Treasure Hunt - win $100.00

All new downtown Toronto Treasure Hunt available Dec.11th - Dec.21st. Find clues on the web that will lead you to a 'treasure' located somewhere in Downtown Toronto. Be the first to submit a picture and detailed description of the 'treasure' and win $100.00. Registration is FREE. The hunt can be done during your free time. Visit http://www.leisurerules.ca to register. Leisure Rules is about getting out there, having fun, being observant and winning. It's that easy. It's free to register so start hunting today! Find it. Click it. Send it. Win!

—Guest Leisure Rules

ROCK BAND Video Game Jam Session at Y E

The first Saturday of EVERY month Rockie Raccoons hosts a 'jam session' for the ROCK BAND video game allowing aspiring rock stars to perform in front of more people than they'd ever be able to get in their living room. NEXT EVENT: Sat Dec 5th, 2009 9:00 PM start at Rockie Raccoons 2579 Yonge Street, 2nd floor Toronto (7 blocks North of Eglinton) For more info, images from previous events and press coverage visit: http://www.semisolidmedia.com/Rock_Band

—Guest semisolidmedia.com

Tilley Endurables CelebratesWinterStaple

Tilley Endurables is pleased to announce the launch of Hand Over Your Hat, a national in-store and online program that will give up to a combined total of $25,000 to more than 11 local charities across Canada while celebrating a Canadian winter staple, the beloved but sometimes hideous winter hat. From November 24 to December 31, Canadians are invited to make a difference in their community by donating a used winter hat at one of 19 participating Tilley retail or retail partner locations, or by entering the “Hideous Hat” contest by visiting www.facebook.com/TilleyEndurables. For every person who makes an in-store hat donation, Tilley will donate $5, to a maximum combined total of $25,000, to 11 charities across the country. Each person who donates a hat in-store will also receive a $5 discount off the purchase of a new Tilley Winter Hat, which can be redeemed at the time of donation.

—Guest Rachel

Holiday studio Sale

Looking for that original handmade gift from your local artisans of Toronto? Don't miss The Workshop Collective's 2nd Annual Sale in the heart of Parkdale! This year, The Workshop Collective hosts natural skin care products, small paintings, fused glass jewelry, modern home decor, photography, cool knits, baked goods, art cards, beaded jewelry, treats and more... 1380 Queen St W Sat Dec 5, 11-6 Sun Dec 6, 12-6 Free. Hope to see you there, Happy Holidays For more info: http://www.hellolunch.com/

—Guest The Workshop Collective's 2nd Annual

Christmas Wish Toy Drive

Event Name: 2nd Annual Christmas Wish Toy Drive Price: Free to the public but happily accepting new unwrapped toys for the CP24 CHUM Christmas Wish Toy Drive ... if you bring one you will be entered into a raffle for great prizes! Location: HomeLife/Cimerman Real Estate Ltd., Brokerage, 909 Bloor St West (at Ossington) Tel: 416.534.1124 (or 416.871.8848 (direct) Schedule: Saturday, Dec. 5th, 2009, 12 to 4 pm Details: Free photo with Santa and Jerome the Gnome, candies, fun, come out and meet your neighbours and join in the community holiday spirit! As stated above - Help give a Kid a Christmas ... bring lots of joy with a new unwrapped toy and you will have a chance to win fabulous prizes. There's no limit to what we can accomplish as a community.

—Guest Jeannine Joly

PHOTOS WITH SANTA

Saturday, December 5th, 11am – 4pm / Sunday, December 6th, 11am – 4pm Bring in your pampered pooch or favourite feline for photos with Santa! Fee applies. Professional dog show photographer, Garth Gourlay, will be capturing priceless images of your pet for the Holidays. Don’t miss your opportunity to get a professional photo of your beloved pet for a small fee, while enjoying great shows on choosing the right breed for you in our Indoor Pet Park. PawsWay, A Pet Discovery Centre 245 Queens Quay West (on the grounds of Harbourfront Centre) Toronto, ON M5J 2K9 416-360-PAWS (7297) info@pawsway.ca PawsWay.ca

—Guest PawsWay

Pictures Talk - Red Cross Photo Exhibit

Pictures Talk, a Canadian Red Cross exhibition featuring a collection of 25 photos taken by child survivors of the 2004 Boxing Day tsunami, offers a rare glimpse of post-tsunami recovery through a child’s eyes. In 2008, the Canadian Red Cross provided young Indonesians, aged eight -16 years old, with disposable cameras and an invitation to photograph what represented their world today. The result is Pictures Talk, a story of hope and renewal nearly five years after the tsunami. Pictures Talk will be on display at the Red Eye Studio Gallery, The Distillery from Dec. 8- Dec. 13 12-5 PM.

—Guest Jennifer Mayville