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16th Annual Westdale Children’s School Mayfair

Come and enjoy the whimsy and charm of a traditional children’s celebration! Music, games, crafts, food and more…. Visit http://westdalechildrensschool.org/ for more information

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Westdale Co-op Preschool Open House

The Westdale Coop Preschool is once again opening its doors to prospective members on May 15 from 9:00 – 11:30 am. Mrs. Cassells and the parent executive invite you to experience this excellent community asset.            … Continue reading

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Teaching Gardens Update and Volunteer Opportunity

Spring has finally sprung in the Apothecary’s and Plant Lover’s Gardens at the Aviary in Churchill Park, and we are looking for volunteers of all ages to help with the ongoing revitalization of these community treasures.  Work parties will be … Continue reading

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The Brian Pickell Band

Pulled together by the magnetic, globe-trotting compositions of Brian Pickell and a love of traditional music, the group is both stunningly musical and energizing to listen to. The band combines the talents of Shane Cook, multiple winner of the Canadian … Continue reading

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Royal Botanical Gardens – Get Back to Nature Walks

The second Sunday of every month, meet at the parking lot at Princess Point.  The fourth Sunday of every month (Cootes south shore), meet at the Aviary parking lot on Oak Knoll in Westdale.  Free (donations welcome).    Weather updates one … Continue reading

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Nourishing Hamilton Fair: Food, Faith and Justice

Visit booths featuring: Container gardening  Fair Trade products Canning/preserving food Fruit Tree Project Locke St Market. The Good Food Box Victory gardens Food advocacy, food security action The Hill St Community Garden Community Kitchens  Rain barrels Composting/green binning  and much … Continue reading

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Strata Vocal Ensemble

Strata Vocal Ensemble presents Tales of Earth and Sky i n celebration of Earth Day (April 22!).  Central to the theme is the Eric Whitacre composition “Leonardo Dreams of His Flying Machine.”  We are really excited to perform this haunting … Continue reading

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Ward 1 Participatory Budgeting Advisory Committee (PBAC)

Ainslie Wood Westdale You are invited to apply to become a member of the Ward 1 Participatory Budgeting Advisory Committee (PBAC) to advise Councillor McHattie on how Area Rating Dollars should be spent in Ward 1. Area rating is the method used to … Continue reading

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Concert and Spaghetti Dinner Fundraisers

April 14, Saturday, 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.:  Songs from the Heart, concerts by N-Zanity Soli, with a portion of the proceeds to the Charles Family Defense Fund.  Tickets $15 in advance from the church office at 905-528-3724, or $20 … Continue reading

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Rainbarrels

The Westdale Home and School Association is partnering with RainBarrel.ca to improve the environment and raise funds to support the efforts of the H&S.  Rain barrels can be ordered online at www.rainbarrel.ca/westdale. The cost is $50 per barrel.  You can … Continue reading

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