The East York Historical Society will feature an East York resident, Jennifer Bonnell with an illustrated presentation on the Don River Valley as a "Repository for Undesirables" at the S. Walter Stewart Library, 170 Memorial Park Ave. at 7:30 pm. Refreshments from 7:00 pm.

This presentation will explore the history of waste disposal in the valley from the late 18th century through to the present. It will also document the experiences of "human undesirables" in the valley.

www.eastyork.org/eyhs.html.

Date: Sunday, February 21st, 2010
Time: 2 - 4 PM
Location: Spadina Museum, 285 Spadina Road, Toronto, ON M5R 2V5
Tickets: $10 per person. Light refreshments will be provided.

Spadina Museum: Historic House & Gardens is currently undergoing an extensive restoration that will highlight the 1920s. On Sunday, February 21, 2010 the City of Toronto and Spadina Museum invite you to immerse yourself in the world of early 20th century design with Inside Interiors, a special event offering guests a taste of the fascinating décor trends of the 1920s and a special glimpse of the restoration currently underway. Participants will experience the historic mansion in a completely unique way, as historian Neil Brochu brings to life the passions and artistic sensibilities that defined the prestigious Austin family.

Join architectural historian Marta O'Brien for an enjoyable exploration of two hundred years of residential architecture in Toronto. Hundreds of slides will showcase Torontonians' homes from workers' cottages to mansions, and from converted factories to 50-storey condominium towers. We'll look at how several neighbourhoods developed and the social and economic forces that shaped them. One class will be a walking tour of Rosedale. Click here to register: http://2learn.utoronto.ca/uoft/search/publicCourseSearchDetails.do?metho....

Bake, boil and fry your way to three Victorian desserts. Led by a knowledgeable costumed instructor, participants will use recipes from the 1800s while they create fruit cake, boiled pudding, and sugar doughnuts on a wood-burning stove. A Victorian sweets sampler!
Fee: $100 (includes all materials, taxes and parking)
Members Fee: $90
This class is limited to 10 participants.
Pre-registration is required.
For more information or to register, please call (416) 667-6284.
www.blackcreek.ca/workshops/

This hands-on workshop introduces participants to the ancient art of marbling. Traditionally a decorative art used in book binding, the technique of moving brilliant colour into simple and complex designs on fabric is a modern translation of this ancient skill. Participants will learn the whole process of marbling beginning with building a marbling tray and mixing the water bath. They will practice basic colour theory and simple marbling techniques on cotton samples. And, before the day is done, they will create four unique and vibrant silk scarves to take home!
This workshop will take place in the costume department and is headed by the BCPV Costume Designer. All paints, cotton samples, silk scarves, and use of marbling tools are included in the registration fee.
Fee: $100 (includes taxes and parking fees)
Members Fee: $90
This class is limited to 10 participants
Pre-registration is required.
For more information or to register, please call 416-667-6284
www.blackcreek.ca/workshops

Already know the basics of spinning but want to learn more? Under the guidance of an experienced instructor, proceed at your own pace to discover more about the art of spinning on a traditional wooden wheel.
Fee: $150 (includes all materials, taxes and parking fees)
Members Fee: $135
For more information, or to register please call (416) 667-6284

Spend the day in one of our historic homes with a costumed instructor and learn how to spin! Mixing history with practical techniques, this workshop will teach participants all the basic skills in the process that turns wool into yarn. Begin by carding wool and then learn about different natural dyes. Next, spin the wool into yarn on both the drop spindle and on an antique treadle spinning wheel. End the day by taking home all the yarn you have spun!
Fee: $150 (includes all materials, taxes and parking fees)
Members Fee: $135
For more information, or to register please call (416) 667-6284

GUEST SPEAKER: John Sewell C.M. - “905 BLUES - A HISTORY”

LOCATION: Lambton House
By the Humber
4066 Old Dundas Street
For TTC take Warren Park #55 bus leaving Jane Station

TICKETS $35.00 per person
For information or tickets: 416-767-5472 or 416-767-7633

DINNER: 7:15 PM - Traditional Lambton House Roast Beef (Vegetarians can be accommodated)
SILENT AUCTION: 6:30 – 9:00 PM
SPEAKER: 8:15 PM
DANCING: 9:00 PM

Spend the day in one of our historic homes with a costumed instructor and learn how to spin! Mixing history with practical techniques, this workshop will teach participants all the basic skills in the process that turns wool into yarn. Begin by carding wool and then learn about different natural dyes. Next, spin the wool into yarn on both the drop spindle and on an antique treadle spinning wheel. End the day by taking home all the yarn you have spun!
Fee: $150 (includes all materials, taxes and parking fees)
Members Fee: $135
For more information, or to register please call (416) 667-6284

Celebrate the holiday season in the festively decorated buildings of the Scarborough Historical Museum. Enjoy the aroma of traditional baking and sample a few treats too.
12 noon to 5 pm Saturday December 5th and Sunday December 6th
Free admission to celebrate Toronto's 175

On Sunday December 6 , During a Victorian Baking Workshop, children ages 8 to 11 will be baking treats using traditional methods from 1:30 to 3:30 pm. Preregistered only