East End Family Explorer 🧭 June 30-July 6
Happy Pride and Happy Canada Day, east end families.
As Pride Month comes to a close, we want to remind you that we believe in the power of community - one that embraces family, in all its forms. We welcome parents, caregivers, and children of all identities because we know that love is what makes a family.
We stand for inclusion, the right to be who you are, and creating spaces where everyone belongs. You and your family are welcome here, exactly as you are. 🏳️🌈 🏳️⚧️
We will continue to highlight 2SLGBTQ+ family-friendly events and activities in the east end throughout the year - just look for the rainbow Pride flag emoji on the calendar and in this newsletter.
As always, you can see the full calendar here and submit events here.
Photo from South Riverdale Child-Parent Centre’s annual Garden Party Drag Show fundraiser, sponsored by East End Mom Friends
We hope everyone enjoys their “Baby’s First Drag Show” totes! Congrats to SRCPC for raising $2300 at the event!
EAST END MOM FRIENDS
Last call for summer playgroups
July-August playgroups start next week! We are so excited for all the ice cream-themed adventures our playgroup families are going to have this summer. Select playgroups are now on sale to fill the last few spots. You still have time to get in!
🍻 Tots & Taps
Fri Jul 4 | 12-3pm | Black Lab Brewing
Tots & Taps is a casual meetup for parents and their tiny humans. No reservation or tickets necessary, just come by and enjoy some delicious brews while you connect with other families over a pint. Non-alcoholic beverage options are also available.
COMMUNITY EVENTS & ACTIVITIES
🇨🇦 East York Canada Day Festival
Tues Jul 1 | 10:30am-11pm | Dieppe/Stan Wadlow Parks
🇬🇷 Greektown on the Danforth Walking Tour
Thurs Jul 3 | 6:30-7:30pm | Playter Gardens Park
🍿 Outdoor Movie: The Wild Robot
Thurs Jul 3 | 7:30pm | Evergreen Brick Works
🧒🏽 Toddler-Wearing Workshop
Sat Jul 5 | 10-11am | Registration required
🎶 Sounds of Leslieville and Riverside
Jul 4-6 | Jimmie Simpson Park
🎡 Taste of Lawrence Street Festival
Jul 4-6 | Lawrence Ave E btwn Warden and Birchmount
🇮🇳 Big Stories in Little India
Sun Jul 6 | 9am-2pm | Leslieville Farmers’ Market
Farmers markets 🥕
East York Farmers' Market | Tues 8am-2pm
Cabbagetown Farmers Market | Tues 3-7pm
Courtyard Farmers Market | Wed 3:30-7:30pm
East Lynn Park Farmers’ Market | Thurs 3-7pm
Evergreen’s Saturday Farmers Market | Sat 8am-1pm
Allen Gardens Farmers’ Market | Sat 10am-2pm
Withrow Park Farmers’ Market | Sat 9am-1pm
Leslieville Farmers’ Market | Sun 9am-2pm
Deeply Rooted Farmers’ Market | Bi-weekly Sun 9am-2pm
EARLYON CHILD & FAMILY CENTRES
Beyond circle time
🐄 Walking Trip to Riverdale Farm | Eastview
Wed Jul 2 | 9:30am-1pm
🏖️ Outing to Beaches Park (Kew Gardens) | South Riverdale
Wed Jul 2 | 10am-2pm | Kew Gardens Playground
🍓 Field Trip to Strawberry Picking | Parent Resources
Thurs Jul 3 | 9:30am-3:30pm | Contact for more info
Note: Some EarlyONs are closed Monday for staff training and all are closed Tuesday for Canada Day.
TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY
Programs for kids & families
🏳️🌈 Pride Cross Stitch | Danforth/Coxwell
Mon Jun 30 | 3:45-4:45pm | School-age children
🐶 Therapy Dog Visit | S. Walter Stewart
Mon Jun 30 | 4-5pm | Registration required
🌍 Hands on Exotics: Safari Adventure | Parliament Street
Wed Jul 2 | 2-3pm | Registration required
🌤️ Summer Wonder Workshop: Bingo | Taylor Memorial
Wed Jul 2 | 2-3pm | 6-12y
🇫🇷 Philippe Flahaut: Vive le soleil de l'été | S. Walter Stewart
Thurs Jul 3 | 10:30-11:30am | 3-12y
🍿 Summer Movies: Fly Away Home | Riverdale
Thurs Jul 3 | 2-4pm | 5y+
🌞 Beaded Sun Catchers | Parliament Street
Thurs Jul 3 | 2-3pm | 5-12y | Registration required
🎰 Summer Reading Club Kick Off Party BINGO | Main Street
Thurs Jul 3 | 2-2:30pm
🍿 Family Movies: Dog Man | S. Walter Stewart
Fri Jul 4 | 1-3pm
🦋 Wonder Workshop: Butterfly Challenge | Thorncliffe
Sat Jul 5 | 2-4pm | 6-12y | Registration required
Special offer: The Kosh Box
Use the promo code MAMALOVE at checkout for 15% off the new Rest and Restore Box + an extra goodie. Offer valid until July 3, 2025.
