Join Villa Charities and Caffe Cinquecento for “Cinema Sotto le Stelle” on the Caffe Cinquecento patio. Screening tonight at 8:00pm is our final movie of the series, “La Luce nella Masseria,” by director duo Riccardo Donna & Tiziana Aristarco. The illness of one of the Rondinone family members leads to tensions, with arguments over the inheritance and the decision to sell their family-owned farm. Screened in Italian with English Subtitles. Reserve your seat with a $5.00 deposit. For any queries, email RSVP@villacharities.com.

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Celebrate this annual Italian tradition with us on Saturday, September 14, and enjoy a plate of pasta and live music by the Armonia Music Trio, featuring Francesca Uhac, Joe Maio and Joe Baiardo. Plus, receive a complimentary jar of fresh tomato sauce* to enjoy at home, courtesy of ICBSAC and Villa Charities! Funded by the Government of Canada’s New Horizons for Seniors Program.

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Presenting "Music of the World" on Thursday, September 26, the grand finale of our Opera è Vita series for 2024! Experience famous global melodies performed by a talented live band and starring tenor Romulo Delgado, hailed by The Globe & Mail as “one of Canada’s most unique performing artists.”

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Give your child an early introduction to Italian culture with Italian for Toddlers, for ages 1 to 3. This immersive program, in partnership with Accademia dei Ragazzi, includes storytelling, music, and arts. Choose between a 10-hour course (on Wednesdays or Fridays) or a 20-hour course (on Wednesdays and Fridays). Classes begin September 25, 2024.

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Have a question about our programs and services? Take the opportunity to speak one-on-one with Marco DeVuono, President and CEO of Villa Charities Inc. Appointments are 20 minutes each between 11:00am and 12:00pm and must be scheduled in advance. The next available Friday Chat is scheduled for Friday, September 13. Contact us today to schedule your in-person or virtual meeting – call 416-789-7011 or email iusic@villacharities.com.

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This October, we invite you to join us in celebrating our volunteers at the 2024 Heart & Hand Awards, where we will be recognizing volunteers who dedicate themselves to Villa Charities. The exclusive Heart & Hand Award remains the premier volunteer and partnership recognition across the Villa Charities family. Over 350 guests will attend this event at Montecassino Hotel & Event Centre, to enjoy exceptional dining and camaraderie amongst old and new friends. Join us for this special celebration and support us in making this a truly memorable evening. To learn more about the event or to purchase a ticket, please visit villacharities.com/heart&handawards.

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You can play a vital role raising funds on behalf of Villa Charities Foundation, the charitable arm of Villa Charities. Join like minded Next Gen leaders in support of a great organization focused on enriching lives through experiences and services that honour Italian culture and heritage.

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Our Personal Training Summer Sale ends soon! Sign up for a 13-week package with one of our expert trainers and enjoy up to 50% OFF your Columbus Centre Athletic Club membership. Offer only valid until September 15, 2024! Don’t miss your chance to transform your health and fitness with one-on-one instruction, guided by our certified professional Personal Trainers.

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Our Aquafit programs are designed to strengthen your muscles and improve your cardiovascular fitness in a low-impact format, customised for all ages and abilities. Register online beginning Friday, August 30, via email at fitness@villacharities.com, in-person at our Membership Office during office hours or call 416-789-7011 ext. 215. Classes begin the week of September 8.

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The Columbus Centre Athletic Club swimming pool offers swimming lessons, programs, and clubs for children and adults of all ages and abilities. Registration for Group Swimming Lessons opens on Saturday, September 14 at 9:00am (in person) for Members and Non-Members. For more information, call 416-789-7011 ext. 215 or visit our website. Lessons begin the week of September 23.

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Unleash your inner artist at our fall painting workshops! Our 10-week Artista Painting Workshop series begins on October 8, led by professional artist and multi-award recipient Sam Paonessa. These classes are perfect for students who have a passion for painting and wish to further develop their oil and acrylic painting skills and techniques. Our Less Defined Landscape workshop runs for 10 weeks beginning October 9 and inspires students to interpret, simplify and edit photo references using less traditional techniques and colour palettes.

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Fall term of music classes begin on Monday, September 16 at the Columbus Centre School of Music. Discover your musical passion and save 10% when booking for a full year of lessons (September 2024 – June 2025). Registrations are available to both returning and new students up to Monday, September 30.

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DanzArts Toronto provides professional level training to students of all ages and skill levels. Registration is still open for our 2024 Summer Series and registration is now open for our 2024/2025 Dance Season. Click on the link below to learn more about our Summer Series Program and 2024/2025 Recreational Schedule or contact dance@danzartstoronto.com. Don't miss your chance to dance with us this season!

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Book a tour today! Meet with a member of our administrative team to learn more about our Casa Montessori & Scuola Materna Preschools, our Lower Elementary Montessori and our Upper Elementary programs while visiting our newly renovated campus. We look forward to meeting you!

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