Villa Charities Community Open Forum
We invite all members of the community to join us on March 26 at 6:30pm at a public meeting to discuss the findings of the Villa Charities Visioning Project. The event, to be held at Sala Caboto, will include a brief presentation on the results, as well as a general
Q & A forum with VCI Board Chair Santo Veltri and VCI President and CEO Anthony DiCaita.

Thank You for Attending our Porte Aperte - Inverno / Winter Open House
We would like to thank everyone who attended our Porte Aperte – Inverno / Winter Open House event on Saturday, February 23, presented by LiUNA. Over 300 people of all ages from the entire community participated in an afternoon of free activities and events on the Villa Charities campus including a hockey shoot-out challenge, fire pit with s’mores, carnival games, and music and dance performances. Be sure to visit our ice skating rink, which will be open to the community daily until March 25.

Tickets on Sale Now for "Leonardo's Last Supper"
Tickets are now on sale for our world premiere production of “Leonardo’s Last Supper” at the Columbus Centre, created by internationally acclaimed theatre company DopoLavoro Teatrale (DLT). This new interactive show is half-theatrical presentation and half-immersive dining experience inspired by the masterpiece of Leonardo da Vinci, in commemoration of the 500th anniversary of his death. Join us for an intimate and memorable experience while unlocking the mysteries of one of the most discussed, copied and interpreted paintings in the history of art. Buy your tickets today!

La Panarda-Abruzzo Theme Night Dinner at Ristorante Boccaccio
Join us on March 22 at 7:30pm as we experience the extraordinary food and joyful comradery that come together in the traditions of Abruzzo. With a menu that’s regionally inspired, you’ll savour a delicious gourmet dinner with wine and engage in cultural conversation about Abruzzo’s most infamous literary genius, Gabriele D’Annunzio. Tickets are $80 per person, inclusive of taxes and gratuities.

Join the Columbus Centre Athletic Club with a General or Adult Executive Membership
The Columbus Centre Athletic Club offers general fitness memberships and a variety of Health Club services. Our General Membership package gives you access to our main gym and indoor swimming pool. Take it to the next level with our Adult Executive Membership to access personal lockers, dry saunas and more. We are open seven days a week, so drop in for a tour and take advantage of our free three-day guest pass to find out how we can help you meet your fitness goals!

Show Off Your Dance Moves at our March Break Camp
At our Columbus Centre March Break Dance Camp, campers aged 6 to 12 will enjoy a daily schedule of hip-hop, modern, jazz and musical theatre dance styles in an atmosphere where they can explore their full potential and have fun! There will also be a performance on the last day and parents are welcome to attend. Camp runs from March 11-15, register now!

Second Session for Impressionist Painting Just Added
Due to popular demand, we have added a second session for our impressionist painting workshop “Water Lilies”. Join us on Thursday, April 4 at 6:30pm at the Columbus Centre, where we will be crafting our own interpretations of Monet’s classic painting. Classes are available for $40 + HST per person. All materials including paint and a canvas will be provided.

Students at DanzArts Toronto to Perform at 2019 Company Showcase
Our competitive students at DanzArts Toronto at the Columbus Centre are busy rehearsing for their big performance at the annual DanzArts Toronto Company Showcase on March 7 at the Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts. This will be the first time that our competitive dancers will be performing all of their routines at the showcase. Come support our dancers and buy your tickets for our 2019 Company Showcase!

Enjoy our Friday Movie & Pasta Series at Caffè Cinquecento
Drop by our Friday Movie & Pasta Series where we’ll be serving up a tasty selection of delicious pasta along with a screening of an Italian-themed movie. Join us on March 8 at 7pm for a screening of the popular movie “Rocky.” Tickets are available for $20 + HST per person. Make a reservation today!

Master your Cooking Skills in our Series of Unique Culinary Workshops
Join us Thursday, March 7 at 6pm for the next installment in our new series of intimate and interactive culinary workshops at the Columbus Centre, where we will learn how to make Octopus alla Veneziana. Enjoy a communal meal after the workshop with the other participants, paired with a glass of wine. Classes are available for $60 + HST per person. Register today!

Presentations on Florence and Rome Through Cinema at Cultural Tuesdays
Our free Cultural Tuesdays series continues at the Columbus Centre. U of T professor of Italian Studies, Luca Somigli will present “Fascista: At the Crossroads of Traditionalism and Modernity” on March 5 at 7pm, and Franco Gallippi will be presenting a new series on “Rome Through Cinema,” beginning on March 19 at 7pm.

Visit us at the Toronto International Bicycle Show to Learn More About Giro
Going to the Toronto International Bicycle Show this weekend? If so, drop by the Villa Charities Foundation booth to learn more about the 13th Annual Villa Charities Giro cycling fundraiser and receive a special registration discount! We will be located at booth 663 at the Better Living Centre at Exhibition Place from March 1 to 3. We hope to see you there!

Independent Seniors’ Apartments Host Valentine’s Day Festivities
On February 14, our Independent Seniors’ Apartments hosted special Valentine’s Day themed events for the residents. Our residents at both Casa Abruzzo and Casa Del Zotto were treated to a delicious meal and enjoyed listening to Italian-themed music.

Join Us at Villa Colombo Toronto for Monthly Family Support Group
On February 27, Villa Colombo Toronto hosted their latest family support group session at the Family Resource Centre. Families had the opportunity to share their experience with long-term care and discuss dealing with the failing health of a loved one. If you are interested in attending next month’s family support group session, please contact Rosanna De Rango at 416-789-2113, ext. 2256.

Residents at Villa Colombo Vaughan Enjoy Prom Social Event
On February 19, Villa Colombo Vaughan invited residents to attend their Prom Social event. The residents were treated to champagne, cake and enjoyed a musical performance by The Sparklettes. This lovely afternoon concluded with the crowning of the Prom King and Queen.

Throwback to the “Faces of the GIRO” Photography Exhibit Opening Reception
In November 2017, members of the community attended the Joseph D. Carrier Art Gallery at the Columbus Centre for the opening night reception of the “Faces of the GIRO” photography exhibit by Frank Mazzuca and Mike Sobocan. This unique exhibition celebrated the cyclists who participated in our 2017 cycling fundraiser with a collection of stunning, one-of-a-kind headshots of each of the riders.

Toronto City Opera’s Performance of "La Traviata"
Our friends at Toronto City Opera will present “La Traviata” by Giuseppe Verdi, March 28 – 31 at the Al Green Theatre at the Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre. This performance piece depicts the 19th century classic created by composer Giuseppe Verdi and modernizes the story of love and loss into our own time and place. Please note this performance will be sung in Italian with English surtitles.

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