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Celebrating the 2012 Hanukkah in Toronto

Hanukkah, or Chanukah, the Jewish Festival of Lights, is celebrated for eight days beginning on 25 Kislev in their lunar calendar. This year, Hanukkah 2012 begins on Saturday Dec. 8th.

I’ve rarely noticed publicity for celebrating Jewish religious festivals in Toronto, but I assume those within that faith community are well informed. This site usually avoids publicizing Toronto events inside places of worship, but I found one to held in a public building and another outdoor venue. My assumption is that anyone would be welcome to join such a winter event in Toronto.

(Added Dec. 13, 2012): Today’s print edition of the Beach Mirror says that Kew Gardens is the venue for lighting a menorah for Hanukkah on Saturday Dec. 15th at 6pm.  Kew Gardens is at Queen St. East at Lee Ave. The Beach Mirror article adds that the Beach Synagogue invites people to a latke festival following the menorah ceremony, but you should call 416-694-7942 (so they can prepare, I assume). The official Beach Hebrew Institute home page currently notes that one should bring one’s own “personal Hannukiah, candles, and a ( Kosher Dairy ) main course, dessert, or salad”. That page confirms the Kew Garden event at 6pm.

A Library’s Free Chanukah Concert in Toronto

"Snow-Covered Chanukah Menorah in East Sussex" image by Dominic's pics (Dominic Alves)
“Snow-Covered Chanukah Menorah in East Sussex” image by Dominic’s pics (Dominic Alves)

The Barbara Frum Branch of the Toronto Public Library will host “Chanukah Concert Live” on Wed. Dec. 12 from 7-8pm. Admission is free, but please call 416-395-5440 to register ahead of time. This branch is at 20 Covington Road, near Bathurst and Lawrence Ave. West.

One Reference for Several Chanukah Services in Toronto

“It’s TIme For Latkes And Dreidels” lists a number of Chanauka services across Toronto planned for several dates during the 2012 Festival of Lights. They list quite a few locations for celebrating Chanukah in Toronto.

A Hanukkah Toy Drive in Toronto

I hadn’t realized that the Jewish community holds a toy drive for Hanukkah, but “Drive For Dreidels” continues through Dec. 10th.

Is There an Outdoor Menorah in Toronto?

I did find one notice for an outdoor menorah event in Toronto, at the Prosserman JCC on Sun. Dec. 9 from 4-6:30pm. Apparently the menorah lighting ceremony is outdoors at about 6pm. There is a free family-oriented fun festival inside, at 4588 Bathurst Street. Learn more through the “Maccabees Journey through the Prosserman” web page.
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4588 Bathurst is about half-way between Sheppard and Finch, just south of Ellerslie.

Background on the Hanukkah Festival of Lights

Hanukkah celebrates the miracle of a one-day supply of consecrated lamp oil that lasted for eight days. The Temple in Jerusalem was being rededicated after it was taken back from the Syrian Greeks. It took eight days to press the olive oil and purify it for the Temple, but only a small amount was available. Miraculously the oil was sufficient to keep the lamps lit until the new oil was ready.

The nine-branched menorah is lit to commemorate this miracle; likewise the success of the Maccabees in restoring Jewish control of the Temple.

Hanukkah includes giving kosher gifts, special festival foods, and toys and games for children. It’s an annual winter religious celebration, but overshadowed by publicity for annual Toronto winter events associated with Christmas.

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Three Outdoor Carol Events in Dec. 2012 in Eastern Toronto

Choose one or more nearly-free outdoor Christmas caroling events in eastern Toronto in early December 2012.

(Updated Nov. 24, 2014): Or “Enjoy Christmas Carols Outdoors in Toronto for 2014“. (Updated Nov. 30, 2013): I found some new and some returning events: see “2013 Outdoor Christmas Caroling in Toronto and Mississauga“.

Singing Christmas carols is a terrific family activity during the Yule season. These three events also answer the question, “Where can my kids see Santa Claus other than in a shopping mall in Toronto”?

Where to go Christmas Caroling in Toronto?

"Outdoor Carolling at Night" image by The Wu's Photo Land
“Outdoor Carolling at Night” image by The Wu’s Photo Land

I easily found three answers to the question, “Where to go Christmas caroling in Toronto?”: Kew Gardens, Sunnybrook Park or Glen Stewart Park.

The secret is to know both “when” and “exactly where“.

Christmas Carols in Kew Gardens in Toronto

On Saturday Dec. 1st, 2012, head for the Alex Christie Bandshell in Kew Gardens. If you arrive by 5pm, you will see the lighting of the Christmas Tree as well as a visit by Mr. and Mrs. Santa Claus. Sing Christmas carols along with the rest of the crowd.

This is a nearly-free event, but the Beaches Lions’ Club appreciates donations of “Loonies for the Lions”.

The festivities end by 7pm, so this is a very family-friendly event. Actually, all Christmas festivals befriend children as well as adults.

Kew Gardens is on Queen St. East, roughly midway between Woodbine Ave. and Main Street. It’s best to take TTC; either the 501 Queen Streetcar or a bus south from the Woodbine or Main stations on the Bloor-Danforth line.

My one concern for your family is that this event covers suppertime, but I’m sure that Toronto’s restaurants in the Beach neighbourhood would welcome you that evening.

Christmas Carols in the Pines by Brentcliffe Road

The Northlea United Church at 125 Brentcliffe Road will host a one-hour session of Christmas carolling on Sunday Dec. 9, 2012 from 7 to 8pm. The Salvation Army will provide the band, but participants should bring their own flashlights.

Here is my direction for drivers from the far east of Toronto. Drive west along Eglinton, from Don Mills and past Leslie. Eventually the next right turn is north onto Brentcliffe which curves west and north as it goes past the church.Brentcliffe eventually connects to Glenvale Blvd.; turn left and drive west to connect to Bayview Ave.

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The park is on the north border of the church. Santa Claus has asked a Boy Scout troop to provide hot chocolate. There’s no word about making donations, but I’d be prepared to help the Salvation Army with some coins, since it is the Yuletide season.

Caroling in Glen Stewart Park

Head back to the Upper Eastern Beach on Tuesday Dec. 11, 2012 and sing carols in Glen Stewart Park from 7:30pm for an hour.

Once again the Salvation Army, a local United Church, Boy Scouts and Santa Claus join forces to sing sweetly in a Toronto park.

Glen Stewart Park is south of Kingston Road, between Glen Manor Drive and Beech Ave. but extends south to touch Queen St. East. I’d start from Queen Street and head north, since the venue is “south of the bridge”.

This is definitely a nearly-free event, as the Salvation Army will receive a collection.

My Thought about Christmas Caroling

I can’t imagine a Christmas without singing carols, largely because my church always ensures we have ample opportunity. Those of you who attend a church regularly, or just during the Advent season, might enjoy the extra atmosphere from singing outdoors.

For those who don’t follow the Christian faith, it’s still an enjoyable passtime to sing Yuletide songs. Some Christians bemoan “Xmas presents”, the frantic rush to buy Christmas presents, and the way the visit by Santa Claus with his reindeer has supplanted the birth of Jesus in popular culture. Nonetheless, many cultures celebrate the winter solstice; if you’re from a different faith or culture, you might consider this to be an educational opportunity to meet some neighbours.

Besides, I recently wrote “Must Toronto Ask When is Diwali in 2012?” and, last year, “A Quick Introduction to Kwanzaa Holiday Entertaining“. If you have more suggestions on religious festivals celebrated in Toronto during the winter, please let me know.

Reference (added Nov. 26, 2012): Beach Metro News, Nov. 20, 2012 print edition, Community Events notices page.

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As a possible follow-up to Christmas caroling, you might search for “Christmas books for children” at Barnes and Noble or at Chapters Indigo. “The Night before Christmas” and “How the Grinch Stole Christmas” are classics.

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Tips on the 2012 Santa Claus Parade Route in Toronto

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The 2012 Santa Claus Parade is an incredibly popular annual winter tradition in Toronto. Here is what you need to know to make the most of this Toronto winter event: the date, time, route and extra tips.

(Added Nov. 9, 2013): After you’ve read the “Obvious and Subtle Tips…” section below, you will want to learn what’s new from my “Toronto Santa Claus Parade 2013 and Holly Jolly Fun Run“.

Quick Facts about the 2012 Santa Claus Parade in Toronto

"2009 Santa Claus Parade in Toronto" image by c'est la Viva
“2009 Santa Claus Parade in Toronto” image by c’est la Viva

Here are the bare minimum facts you need to find and enjoy the 2012 Toronto Santa Claus Parade.

Date and Time of the 2012 Santa Claus Parade

The date of the 2012 Toronto Santa Claus Parade is Sunday, November 18, 2012.

The start time for the parade is 12:30pm, just after noon. Be sure to claim your place along the parade route before that time.

The Route of the 2012 Toronto Santa Claus Parade

The Santa Claus parade route for 2012 begins at Christie Pits. They march east along Bloor, past Bathurst and Spadina.

The parade turns south from Bloor onto Queen’s Park Circle. (Avenue Road is to the north). They are slated to follow the eastern half of the circle, which would go against the usual flow of traffic.

The Santa Claus parade continues south on University Avenue, past College, Dundas and Queen. They turn east onto Wellington St.,  crossing Yonge and Church streets to finish on Front Street at the St. Lawrence Market.

The Toronto Santa Claus Parade and the 2012 Grey Cup

By special arrangement for 2012 only, the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto will include representatives from the 100th Grey Cup Festival. Those good folk should include “cheerleaders” and “alumni”. Read my quick introduction to all the “Free Events for the 2012 Grey Cup Festival in Toronto” if you want to make it a week of Grey Cup 2012 activities.

Obvious and Subtle Tips to Enjoy Toronto’s 2012 Santa Claus Parade

Let’s consider the obvious hints first.

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Wear comfortable shoes or boots; you should expect to stand for quite a while.

Don’t even think about driving downtown for Toronto’s Santa Claus parade. It’s obvious from the route that several major streets will be closed, and others will be cut due to the parade. In fact, don’t drive downtown for any other reason on that Sunday. If you absolutely must drive: skip church this Sunday morning; park in a “Green P” lot; have lunch early at a family restaurant in downtown Toronto; and plan to wait a while after the parade before driving home.

The obvious alternative to driving is to take the TTC subway to your destination. Almost all the intersections noted above, along the parade route, have subway stations. I wouldn’t count on the east-west streetcars, such as 506 Carlton (along Gerrard and College) or 501 Queen, to be able to stay on schedule from around the noon hour.

We’ve covered the blindingly obvious; now let’s be a bit more subtle.

The Toronto Santa Claus parade is always a major attraction. You want to find your curbside location early enough so your children can stand and watch. The alternative is to “take a row” farther back and hoist your youngster on your back.

Scout out the neighbourhood for a fast food restaurant or other location with a public washroom. Someone in your family will probably appreciate it. The Eaton Centre is one possibility; so are the many fast-food franchise restaurants on the main streets. Personally, I’d look down a cross-street. For example, while there is a Tim Horton’s on University near Edward St. (north of Dundas St.), the Druxy’s Deli is just a bit east along Edward St. If the Druxy’s is open Sunday afternoon, it would be less crowded than Tim’s.

The official Toronto Santa Claus Parade web site offers more hints, including “how to keep your children amused before the parade” and “where is a wheelchair accessible viewing location?”. (Activity books or, may I add, cell phone games provide amusement. Front Street’s Berczy Park is the location they recommend for the physically challenged).

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