The Pleiades Theatre features performances by local and international companies, along with workshops and youth programs. Visit the website for schedule details and additional information.
At Butterfield & Robinson they believe in slowing down the pace of the journey, so that you get ample time to take in the true beauty of a place. If you are one of those who don't enjoy hurried holidays planned by the usual tour operators, then you know where to head. Enjoy various events and activities while you travel. Whether you're headed to London or Egypt, Austria or India, the whole process of reaching there and finding your way around is made easier with the help of these Canadian tour operators.
The Timothy Eaton Memorial Church is a Methodist Church in Toronto. It is named after Timothy Eaton who established Eaton's Department Store, one of the largest and important retail businesses in Canada. Established in 1914, it has a beautiful stone structure which has been well-preserved till today. With a peaceful aura surrounding it, every visitor feels a sense of calm in this worship-place. Besides that, the Church also has a very active youth community and a special music program which places a lot of importance on music in worship. The Church also has some spectacular venues for rental like the Flora McCrea Auditorium which houses 380 and other smaller halls as well that are ideal for concerts, meetings, lectures and receptions. The Church is also perfect for conducting a wedding.
Set within the Toronto Centre for the Arts and modeled on the lines of Europe's finest recital halls, it comes as no surprise that the George Weston Recital Hall has been acknowledged as the best in North America and Canada. The acoustics allow for the slightest sound like an actor's whisper to be amplified. Not just an acoustic masterpiece, the hall is a visual stunner as well, with its plum colored seating accentuated with a deep dark blue background. Call the box office to know about event updates.
The Pickering Pentecostal Church or PPC as its fondly known, welcomes those of all nationalities and backgrounds by placing a flag of each worshiper's country in their auditorium. New comers are heartily welcomed and made to feel at home. Sunday worship here is especially fantastic with old hymns, contemporary music and instruments being used in the praise and worship sessions. Children are an important point of focus for this colorful community, with events, biblical dramas and concerts being held frequently. Check the website for a list of events and prayer services.
St. James Cemetery (Toronto) is an Anglican cemetery which is the one of the oldest in Toronto. It was established in 1844 by the St. James Cathedral as the burial ground around the cathedral had capacity issues. Within the cemetery is St. James-the-Less Chapel which is known for its Victorian Gothic architectural design. This structure is designated as National Historic Sites of Canada. Some of Toronto's oldest families and prominent people were laid to rest here.