Columbus Centre/Villa Charities & Dante Alighieri Academy Redevelopment Open House
Villa Charities and the Toronto Catholic District School Board hosted an Open House on April 18 for the Columbus Centre/Villa Charities & Dante Alighieri Academy Redevelopment. For highlights of the event, click here.
Enjoy an Evening of Culture and Cuisine at Italian Cinema Night
On Thursday, May 4, the Italian Contemporary Film Festival's Artistic Director Cristiano De Florentiss will discuss contemporary Italian film and the lineup for the 2017 ICFF. Guests will also enjoy a gourmet prix-fixe dinner. Reserve your tickets today!
Special Four-Month Student Membership Available at the Athletic Club
This special four-month membership for young adults ages 18 to 25 provides access to fitness, aquatic, spinning and tennis facilities from May 1 to August 31 or June 1 to September 30 for just $175. Contact the Athletic Club today for more details.
The Ultimate Experience Camp will provide campers with fun-filled engaging activities, including
arts and crafts, outdoor activities, Italian lessons, swimming, cooking, science experiments, excursions and more. Sessions run July 4 to September 1.
Villa Charities Foundation salutes Italy's Giro d'Italia
Our 2017 Giro cycling fundraiser will honour the 100th anniversary of the renowned
Giro d'Italia. As a nod to Giro d'Italia tradition, the Maglia Rosa (pink jersey) will be presented to the top fundraiser, and cyclists will enjoy Italian-themed rest stops. Join us May 28 for this premier cycling experience!
Treat Mom to a Special Brunch at Ristorante Boccaccio for Mother's Day
Ristorante Boccaccio is hosting a special brunch on Sunday, May 14, from 12pm to 4pm to celebrate Mother's Day. Bring the whole family together to enjoy authentic Italian cuisine and create lasting memories.
Register for our Adult Art Classes and Discover your Artistic Abilities
Our 10-week art program is available to students over 18 years of age who wish to explore their artistic abilities in a creative environment
. Registration is ongoing for the Tuesday afternoon class, which runs from 1pm - 4pm.
Visit the Italian Canadians WWII Exhibit at the Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery
The powerful exhibit "Ordinary Lives, Extraordinary Times: Italian Canadian Experiences During WWII" returns to the Joseph D. Carrier from its four-month installation at Halifax's Pier 21. It tells the stories of over 600 Italian-Canadians who were interned during World War II. Visit the exhibit today.
How the Power of Music is Helping Residents at Villa Colombo
An article in the April 2017 issue of
Whole Note Magazine looked at the Alzheimer Society of Canada's Music & Memory program and music's ability to
rekindle memories for those with Alzheimer's, including some Villa Colombo residents.
Villa Colombo Vaughan Celebrates Annual Easter Family Gathering
Villa Colombo Vaughan hosted its Annual Easter Family Gathering and Bake Sale on April 2. Family, friends, staff and residents came out to celebrate the season with live music and refreshments.
Ceremony Honours New Additions to Italian Fallen Workers Memorial
You are invited to join us on Friday, April 28, 3pm at the Columbus Centre to honour the memory of over 1,000
workers of Italian origin who were killed in workplace tragedies across Ontario. Visit our website for more details.
