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Icon of the event Chess Club
2:00 pm - 4:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Barbara Frum

Interested in playing chess? Then join Barbara Frum�s Chess Club. Have fun playing chess while you improve your critical thinking skills. Open to beginners and experienced players alike. Register by calling 416-395-5440...


Upcoming Dates:
Fri Jul 12
Fri Jul 19
Fri Jul 26
Fri Aug 02
Fri Aug 09
Icon of the event Jewelry camp for beginners
Ongoing event running from Wed Apr 10, 2013 - Wed Jun 26, 2013
Barbara Frum

The instructor will help you create various jewelry items.

Icon of the event SHCHUKA IDOL (Ages 6 - 12)
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm on recurring dates listed below
Maria A. Shchuka

IT’S BACK!!! Show off your talent to our judges and you could be the next Shchuka Idol! Drop-in....


Upcoming Dates:
Fri Jun 21
Icon of the event GAMING (Ages 6 – 12)
3:30 pm - 4:30 pm on recurring dates listed below
Maria A. Shchuka

Play your favourite video games and compete against your friends. Drop-in....


Upcoming Dates:
Wed Jun 19
Icon of the event Just Dye It:  Galaxy-Printed Scarves
Tue Jul 09, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Maria A. Shchuka

In a galaxy far far away, there were some scarves that needed a fashion update. Pick up the trend of galaxy-printed clothes, and practice this dyeing technique on your very own scarf. It's fun and easy! All materials will ...

Icon of the event Tween Thursdays
Thu Jul 11, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Barbara Frum

Are you between the ages of 9-16 and looking for something fun and exciting to do this summer? Than join us for Tween Thursdays at the Barbara Frum Branch. Make some new friends and share some laughs while making friendship...

Icon of the event Sushi Making Workshop
Fri Jul 26, 2013 | 2:00 pm - 4:00 pm
Barbara Frum

Most people experience sushi only when dining out. Come and learn the art and technique of how to make your very own sushi rolls....

Icon of the event Turkish Kilim Weaving
Sat Sep 28, 2013 | 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Maria A. Shchuka

The Turkish Society of Canada, a non-profit organization, will hold a unique art workshop to bring fun and joy to our neighbourhood. Turkish Kilim Weaving is a traditional folk art in Turkey. Wooden looms and yarn will be p...