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2010 Upcoming Events
January
Queen Charlotte’s Birthday Ball:
For the 200th anniversary of the Battle of Talavera, Queen Charlotte Honours Spain.
Sat. January 23, 1 to 10:30 pm
Afternoon Dance Workshops and Presentation by Robert Henderson; German food tasting; Elegant Georgian Buffet Supper and Evening Ball with Live Musicians. Costumes Welcome. Once again, Fort York comes to life for this annual extravaganza marking the birthday of Queen Charlotte. Entertaining in the Canadas in the late 18th and early 19th centuries always included a ball for the Queen’s birthday. Our day-long celebration of music, food, and dance is inspired by this tradition. The presentation, From the Royal Court to Canada: The Impact of Germans on Regency Society, is by Robert Henderson, former military curator for Canada’s National Historic Sites.
Pre-registration required. 416-392-6907 ext. 221
Come for the full day ($100: $95.23+$4.77 gst), or attend only the Presentation
and Dance Workshop ($25: $23.80+ $1.20 gst), the German food tasting ($20:
$19.04+$.96 gst), or the Supper and Ball ($65: $61.90+$3.10 gst)
February
Family Day
Family Day
Mon. February 15, 10 am to 3 pm
Drop in for a tour of the Fort and a cup of old-fashioned hot chocolate from the historic kitchen.
Regular admission
Mad for Marmalade, Crazy for Citron!
This event is presented in conjunction with the Culinary Historians of Ontario
Sat. February 27, 10 am to 3:30 pm
Marmalade workshops, lunch, and guest speaker. Also, a marmalade
marketplace and tours of the Fort.
Pre-registration required. Contact Kelly Nesbitt for ticket information and registration at 416-392-6907 ext. 221
March
March through Time, during March Break
Mon. to Fri. March 15 to 19, 10 am to 3 pm daily
The Fort’s annual event for kids returns during this school break. Drop-in activities for children, ages 3-12. Dress up, crafts, sword drill, stories and more. History of Fort York and Toronto theme.
No registration required, regular admission
Regular admission to Fort York is Adult: $8.76, Senior (65+): $4.00, Youth (13 18 yrs.): $4.00 Children: $3.00, Children 5 and under: FREE.
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