Community Gardens Toronto

Toronto Compost and Connect Social Hour

We are hosting a casual get-together for anyone in the city who is interested in composting, gardening, or just finding more ways to live sustainably. This is a low-pressure space to swap tips on managing a bin in a small apartment, share experiences with local community gardens, or simply meet others who care about reducing waste. Whether you are a total beginner who is curious about where to start or a seasoned composter with a heap in your backyard, you will find a welcoming crowd here. We will be meeting up to chat, share stories, and maybe even trade some compost wisdom or leftover kitchen scrap solutions. There is no formal agenda or presentation; just bring yourself and an interest in making our city a little greener. If you have been looking for a way to connect with like-minded neighbors in Toronto, please pull up a chair and join us. If you think you can make it, please let us know by sending an RSVP so we can get an idea of how many folks to expect. We look forward to seeing you there.

Mexican Day of the Dead Celebration

Join us for a special celebration of Mexican culture and food with activities including live music, traditional dancing, Mexican food, market and crafts. This event is free. We'll first meet at noon OUTSIDE Castle Frank Station then take a nice 30 minute walk through the Don Valley to see the fall leaves then on to the Brickworks for the free festival. Please dress warmly as the festival is OUTSIDE. This is a highly recommended event. There is free street parking near the station. While there is food available to purchase at the festival there will be long lineups you might want to bring some food with you. Lots to see and do, check it out at: [https://www.evergreen.ca/evergreen-brick-work/events/good-mourning-festival/](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.evergreen.ca/evergreen-brick-work/events/good-mourning-festival/&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw34sFM-wPYjAt5UiMv7_my_)

Communication Salon: (Dis)Connection

Do you ever find having trouble understanding why others do what they do? Or sharing what feels important? Do you sometimes feel alone? This event may be for you. We’re having an afternoon of organized discussion about what it means to be human and to communicate with others, followed by a few exercises to practice verbal and non-verbal communication. The theme this time is "Connection (and Disconnection)". We'll delve into topics like: What helps us feel connected with others? What makes us feel disconnected or alone? How can we connect better? The discussion part of the salon will include opportunities to share feelings in groups of different sizes. It’s a chance to feel heard and connected, and to practice openness, listening, compassion, and empathy. The quick communication exercises, following the discussion part, will provide an opportunity to practice some communication skills to help with connection, and to have some fun. Some of these will involve verbal communication, and others may include some non-verbal communication. (Think hand signals or gestures.) All exercises will be at choice: participants are free to participate in them, or observe, or step away. Please wear comfortable, casual clothing, to allow some movement. Date and Time : Saturday Oct. 17 at 1:30 pm. Location: Private house in Christie Pits, near Christie and Ossington subway stations, close to Bloor. Address will be provided to registered guests ahead of the event. Duration: the salon itself is planned for around 2 1/2 to 3 hours, and you can linger after for a while. A snack will be provided after the salon, and we'll put on some music, and you can hang out and chat. Cost: There's no cost, but a donation jar will be available in case you found the workshop helpful and you'd like to offer a contribution towards the cost of hosting it. Suggested donation is $10 to cover a part of the food and supplies. Note: This is a Level 1 event. There will be no exercises involving touch (other than possibly hugging) and it will be fully clothed. There will be a chance to meet some members of the open relating community, as well as others who are only interested in authentic communications. The focus of the event will not be open relating per se, but rather communications.

Serving at Daily Bread Food Bank, Halloween morning 🎃

Hi everyone 🙏 We'll be serving together at Daily Bread Food Bank in Etobicoke on Halloween morning. They can take 8 of us, so register early to save your spot. More than 1 in 10 people in Toronto now rely on food banks... visits are at an all-time high. **We'll start with a short tour, then help sort and pack donated food, or wherever they need us that morning. No experience needed, and it's** **free to join**. ✦ **Saturday, October 31, 10am to 12pm** (please come 5 to 10 min early) ✦ 191 New Toronto Street, Etobicoke (Lake Shore Blvd W & Islington) ✦ Free parking, or the 110C bus from Islington Station ✦ **Closed-toe shoes please** ✦ Ages 18+ **How to join** 1. Create your Toronto Joy account. It's one time only and takes about 3 minutes. [https://torontojoy.org/register/](https://torontojoy.org/register/) 2. Register on the event page by **Friday, October 16**: https://torontojoy.org/event/volunteer-at-daily-bread-food-bank/ Already have an account? Skip to step 2. Only people registered on our website can take a spot. Once you're registered, I'll send you Daily Bread's waiver to sign and our WhatsApp group link for day-of updates. If you sign up, please do so with the intention of attending... Daily Bread is counting on us. Would be great to serve together! ❤️ Amar and Team

Richmond Hill Claude Workshop: Code, Summarize, Comms

**⚡ Master Claude in One Evening – The Vibe Coding Workshop** A no-fluff, 2-hour session that shows you how to make Claude a genuine work tool — not just a place for quick questions. 🧑‍💻 **Meet your host:** an entrepreneur who vibe coded his way to 4 figures a day. In this session he reveals the secret blueprint behind it. **⚠️ Limited seats.** RSVP here, then complete your registration via the link below to lock in your spot. ### [🚀 REGISTER HERE 🚀](https://misty-371e9.aiventurelab.org/product/ClaudeVibeCode?city=Richmond%20Hill&groupurlname=layer-by-layer-3d-printing-community&productId=130001&startgmtdatetime=2026-10-18T22:15:00Z) --- You'll learn how Claude really works under the hood, practice prompting approaches that consistently produce better output, and build a small toolkit of use cases tailored to your own work. 🔍 **What You'll Walk Away With:** - A solid grasp of how Claude actually thinks and responds - Prompting techniques that noticeably improve your results - Templates and patterns you can reuse for your daily work 💡 **Real use cases we'll cover:** - Writing and refining PRDs and project plans - Breaking down complex problems into clear next steps - Research, decision making, and brainstorming ⏱️ **2 hours of hands-on practice.** ✨ Learn it today, use it tomorrow. Grab your seat. 🔥 ✨

Special Event: Autumn hike through Mt. Pleasant Cemetary to Brickworks

A spooky hike where we can enjoy the changing leaves in full autumn. We will start with an inspirational walk through Mt. Pleasant Cemetary and then continuing on to the Brickworks to enjoy the remainder of the changing leaves through the Moore Ravine. **When:** Sunday, October 18, start at 1:30pm **Where:** Gather by the entrance on Yonge St. ([https://maps.app.goo.gl/Shqzx7fxMCBQvWJy8](https://maps.app.goo.gl/Shqzx7fxMCBQvWJy8), south of Davisville Station). **Mt. Pleasant Cemetery:** ([https://www.mountpleasantgroup.com/Locations/Cemeteries/Mount-Pleasant.aspx](https://www.mountpleasantgroup.com/Locations/Cemeteries/Mount-Pleasant.aspx "https://www.mountpleasantgroup.com/Locations/Cemeteries/Mount-Pleasant.aspx")) **Evergreen Brickworks:** https://www.evergreen.ca/stories/your-ultimate-fall-guide-to-evergreen-brick-works/ Send me a direct message if you have any questions.

Forest Hill Walk Club Weekly Sunday Mornings

Halloween Themed Vegan Potluck, Karaoke, games, and fun times!

We are celebrating Halloween a week early! Because why not?! Dress in a Halloween costume (strongly encouraged), but not mandatory. Bring a spooky Halloween themed (strongly encouraged but not mandatory)/ or Fall themed item to share with 4-6 people! Bring your own plate, cutlery, cup, serving utensil. *eating at 1 pm sharp!!! Or some of us might get hangry 😜 Prepare to participate in karaoke and sing spooky songs or cheer on others! Bring scary board games! I have a few. Open to any other suggestions!!

🍂 Fall Walk: Rouge National Urban Park and Picnic🌳

# 🍂🌳 Fall Walk: Rouge National Urban Park 🌳🍁 ### A Real Hike, Beautiful Fall Colours & a Picnic Together Want to get out of the city without actually leaving Toronto? **Rouge National Urban Park** is Canada's only urban national park — and one of the most popular hikes we do. Once you get onto the trail, it can be hard to believe you're still in Toronto. Forest paths, rolling hills, changing leaves, and quiet stretches of wilderness make this feel much more like a trip outside the city than a walk through it. And fall is one of the best times to experience it. This is **a real hike**, though. There are some hills and ups and downs, so it isn't the best choice if you're looking for an easy, flat walk. But if you're up for the challenge, there's something satisfying about reaching the end knowing you did it together. And then we'll have a picnic. 🧺 📱 Don't forget to join our **WhatsApp Group – [CLICK HERE](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H59mSCbsAi018gYANrKAnc)** *** ## 🥾 What We'll Do We'll meet at **Don Mills Station** and take the 85C bus together toward Rouge National Urban Park. Once we arrive, we'll begin our hike through the park. Along the way we'll: * Hike through forest and open spaces 🌳 * Enjoy the fall colours 🍂 * Navigate the hills and changing terrain * Take in some beautiful views * Stop for a short break along the route * Finish at the Park's Welcome Centre * Have a **30–40 minute group picnic** afterward 🧺 The hike takes approximately **2½ hours**, plus a short break. Afterward, we'll take some time to relax, eat, and enjoy each other's company. *** ## 🍁 Fall Weather & Expectations This is a **moderately challenging hike**, not a casual stroll. There are hills, uneven sections, and some ups and downs, so good walking or hiking shoes are important. Please come prepared for typical fall weather and bring enough water for the hike. If you're comfortable walking for a couple of hours and handling some elevation changes, you'll be fine. If you're looking for something completely flat and easy, **this probably isn't the walk for you.** *** ## 🚌 Meetup Details ### 🚇 By TTC 📍 **Meetup Location:** Don Mills Station — on the platform for the **85C bus** 🫎 **Look for me in my Moose Hat!** ⏰ **Meetup Time:** **9:45 AM** 🚌 **Bus Leaves:** **10:06 AM sharp** I'll wait for the bus, but if you miss it, **you won't be able to join the group afterward.** **Early is on time. On time is late.** ### 🚗 By Car Parking is **not available at our TTC meeting point.** If you're driving, please park at the **Toronto Zoo** and walk to the **Park's Welcome Centre (the house)**. 🚗 **Car Meetup Time:** 11:00 AM We may be a few minutes late arriving, depending on the bus and traffic. *** ## 🧺 The Picnic After the hike, we'll have a **30–40 minute group picnic** at the end. Please bring something small to share — nothing too large or heavy. The goal is simply to have something to eat together after the hike. 🥪 Sandwiches 🍎 Fruit 🍪 Snacks 🥤 Drinks Whatever is easy to carry and share is perfect. *** ## 🧢 Meetup Details at a Glance 🥾 **Hike:** Approximately 2½ hours + short break 🧺 **Picnic:** 30–40 minutes 🏁 **End Point:** Park's Welcome Centre 💲 **Meetup Fee:** $5 cash or e-transfer 📧 **mathewmaclean@hotmail.com** *** ## 🎒 What to Bring 💧 Water 🥾 Good walking shoes or hiking shoes 🥪 A snack 🧺 Something small to share for the picnic 🧥 A fall jacket or layers *** ## 🌈 Who Is This For? This hike is great for: * People who enjoy a little challenge * Anyone who wants to explore Rouge National Urban Park * People who love fall colours 🍂 * Hikers looking for a social outing * Anyone comfortable walking hills and uneven terrain * People who want to meet others while getting outside This isn't the easiest walk we do. **But sometimes the harder walks are the ones you remember.** You're welcome to RSVP ahead of time or just show up on the day if you're unsure about your schedule. Sometimes things happen and events may need to be cancelled or changed, so please keep an eye on the event page for updates. 👤 **Organizer: Mathew** Questions? Post on the event wall or email **torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com** **Come for the hike.** **Stay for the picnic.** **Leave with a new connection — and maybe a new friend.** 🍂💛

The Saturday Autumn Colours Ashbridges Bay- Walk, Talk and Good Times!

Hello everyone, \*Please read carefully\* Looking to enjoy the beautiful colours of autumn, have some great conversations and meet new people? Join us for a relaxed Saturday walk through Ashbridges Bay! We’ll take in the waterfront scenery, enjoy the fresh air and create plenty of opportunities to talk, laugh and make new friends along the way. Come by yourself or bring a friend—either way, you’ll receive a warm welcome! \*Joined by my other groups too :) **Arrive between 2:30 pm and 3:00 pm** **Where to meet us:** Meetup us outside **Woodbine Station beside bike racks** **The Main Woodbine Station Entrance:** Located at the southeast corner of Woodbine Avenue and Strathmore Boulevard. We will walk as a group from the station down to Ashbridges Bay \*Most will stick around after for a bite to eat, ice cream and/or a beverage to sip on :) Further details below: Sincerely, Steve Flemming (Organizer/Host) **Event Details:** **The Saturday Autumn Colours Ashbridges Bay- Walk, Talk and Good Times!** What to expect: * A relaxed walk along the Ashbridges Bay waterfront * Ice breaker games to get to know one another * Plenty of opportunities to mix, mingle and meet new people * A comfortable pace that allows everyone to walk and talk * Beautiful views of the lake, beach, parkland and surrounding area * A positive atmosphere for both newcomers and returning members Please wear comfortable walking shoes and bring water, sunscreen or anything else you may need for the weather. The purpose of this event is simple: get outside, enjoy the day and make a few new connections! \* Many of us will hit a local pub/restaurant after the walk for dinner and beverages- plan to join us for that if you can \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **Event Fee:** 10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included) or e transfer in advance to [Steveflemming11@gmail.com](mailto:Steveflemming11@gmail.com) \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- Parking near Woodbine Station: (Although I encourage you to take subway if you can)

Fall colors walk / hike at Earl Bales park (Free OR $2)

Join us for a refreshing spring hike at **Earl Bales Park**. This scenic park offers a mix of forested trails, rolling hills, and beautiful views—perfect for getting outdoors, staying active, and meeting new people. We’ll hike at a **relaxed, steady pace**, making this suitable for beginners and regular hikers alike. Expect a mix of paved and natural trails, with time to enjoy the scenery and chat along the way. **What to expect:** * Easy to moderate trails * Friendly, social group atmosphere * Fresh air and great views * A chance to get moving and unwind Difficulty - Easy (with some uphill/downhill) Distance - 5 to 8km (Will adjust distance based on weather and trail conditions) **Meeting Spot** Earl Bales Community Center [https://goo.gl/maps/bN29TZPwFtUQCKE8A](https://goo.gl/maps/bN29TZPwFtUQCKE8A) **Free Parking** There are multiple parking lots in this park, some closer and some further from the meeting spot. **TTC** Get off at Sheppard & Bathurst and walk 5 mins to meeting spot. **SOCIAL** ***Join Whatsapp Group - [CLICK HERE](https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSflzD3fDrU5sLARAT5yDF3OhEu3Vj-2P7ci8mP5FYX46rt1NQ/viewform)*** ***[Follow on Instagram - CLICK HERE](https://www.instagram.com/tam.club/)*** **Event Fee\*** Free if you RSVP before Oct10 $2 if you RSVP on/after Oct11 **Cash** - *In person when you arrive at event* **Etransfer-** *[themoja@outlook.com](mailto:themoja@outlook.com) --> use password **meetup*** **Credit Card** - *[Click here to pay via stripe online](https://buy.stripe.com/bJeeVd3li4Cq3rS7Gh0oM00)*

Mexican Day of the Dead Festival

Join us for a special celebration of Mexican culture and food with activities including live music, traditional dancing, Mexican market and crafts. There will also be food demos, food vendors and drinks. We'll first meet at noon OUTSIDE Castle Frank Station then take a nice 30 minute walk through the Don Valley to see the fall leaves then on to the Brickworks for the free festival. Please dress warmly as the festival is OUTSIDE. This is a highly recommended event. There is free street parking near the station. We will be joined by my other meetup group Walk and Roll. This event is free. While there is food available to purchase at the festival there will be long lineups you might want to bring some food with you. Lots to see and do, check it out at: [https://www.evergreen.ca/evergreen-brick-work/events/good-mourning-festival/](https://www.google.com/url?q=https://www.evergreen.ca/evergreen-brick-work/events/good-mourning-festival/&sa=D&source=calendar&usd=2&usg=AOvVaw34sFM-wPYjAt5UiMv7_my_)