✝️ Two Events at St. Mary’s: Friday Youth Fellowship & Saturday St. Mary’s Day for Kids
CHRIST OUR LIFE: The Meaning and Purpose of Christian Living
Join us this Friday at 7:30 PM for our weekly Youth Fellowship at St. Mary’s Ethiopian Orthodox Church.
This week’s fellowship will focus on an important question for every young Christian: What is the purpose of our Christian life?
The teaching will explore what it means to make Christ our life and live for Him—the One who died for us. Following the presentation, the youth will gather in groups for reflection, discussion, and fellowship.
📅 Friday, October 30
⏰ 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
📍 80–84 Tycos Dr., Toronto
👥 Ages 16+
Parents: Please encourage your youth ages 16 and older to attend and arrive on time for the 7:30 PM start.
“I am the way, the truth, and the life. No one comes to the Father except through Me.” — John 14:6
A Separate Event for Children Ages 6–12
Please note that Friday’s Youth Fellowship is separate from the children’s event on Saturday, October 31 (ጥቅምት 21 — St. Mary’s Day).
Beginning at 6:00 PM on Saturday, children ages 6–12 are invited to the church basement for a safe, positive evening of fun activities and fellowship as an alternative to Halloween activities in the community.
🙏 We look forward to welcoming our youth and children for a meaningful weekend of faith, fellowship, and community. Many blessings!
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Two Events at St. Mary’s: Friday Youth Fellowship & Saturday St. Mary’s Day for Kids
EVENT UPDATE | Youth-Centered Mental Health Presentation
St. Mary’s Youth Group will host an important Youth-Centered Mental Health presentation during its fellowship on Friday, October 23, 2026.
The session will address mental health—an important topic that is often not openly discussed within our community—and help young people better understand why caring for their mental well-being matters.
The presentation will be led by Ruth Yilma, a PhD student in Psychology at the University of Toronto and a researcher at the Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH). Her research focuses on understanding the challenges young people face and helping improve mental health care for youth.
Following the presentation, participants will take part in interactive group discussions, giving youth an opportunity to ask questions, share perspectives, and engage with the topic in a supportive setting.
Parents are encouraged to invite their young adults ages 16+ to attend and arrive on time so they can benefit from the full presentation and discussion.
📅 Friday, October 23, 2026
🕢 7:30 PM – 10:30 PM
📍 St. Mary Cathedral, 80 Tycos Dr., North York, ON
👥 Ages 16+
Many blessings.
Youth-Centered Mental Health Presentation
Four Ethiopian Female Artists Bring Comedy and Laughter to Toronto on November 1
Toronto’s Habesha community is getting ready for an afternoon of laughter and entertainment as four Ethiopian female artists — Meron Getnet, Hana Yohannes, Tigist Nigatu and Frehiwoth Melese — come together for a special comedy show on Sunday, November 1, 2026.
Leading the cast is Meron Getnet, an accomplished Ethiopian actress, poet and writer who gained international recognition for portraying prominent Ethiopian lawyer Meaza Ashenafi in the acclaimed film Difret. More recently, Meron has expanded her creative journey into literature with the publication of her book.
Joining her is Hana Yohannes, widely remembered by Ethiopian television audiences for her popular character in the hit ETV drama Sew Le Sew. Hanna continued working in Ethiopian film and television and later expanded into YouTube and social media content creation. Following her move to Canada, she has been producing informative and community-focused content, including topics and stories connected to the Habesha diaspora community in Canada.
Completing the four-woman cast are Tigist Nigatu and Frehiwoth Melese, joining Meron and Hanna for a comedy production created and presented by the four female artists.
The show will be held at the Armenian Youth Centre, 50 Hallcrown Place, Toronto, with doors opening at 3:00 p.m.
Tickets: Advance admission is $40, while tickets at the door are $50. According to the event poster, e-transfers can be sent to petrosdw@gmail.com or wondynet.com@gmail.com.
For ticket information, contact
647-402-0896, 647-965-7105, or 47-219-5889.
For Toronto and GTA Habesha audiences, the November 1 event offers a chance to see four Ethiopian female entertainers together on one stage for an afternoon of comedy, laughter and community connection.
Four Ethiopian Female Artists Bring Comedy and Laughter to Toronto on November 1
.Upcoming Ethiopian & Eritrean / Habesha Events — GTA
🇪🇹 26th Annual Ethio-Canadian Day — September 5–6
This should be the featured event on Habesha GTA right now.
The Ethiopian Association in the GTA and Surrounding Region is holding its 26th annual celebration at Christie Pits Park on Saturday, September 5 and Sunday, September 6.
The latest announcement lists 11:00 a.m.–11:00 p.m., with amplified music ending at 10 p.m. Admission is free. The program includes live music, Ethiopian cultural performances, Ethiopian food, marketplace vendors and children's activities. The event also helps launch Ethiopian Heritage Month in Ontario. (Ethio Association)
Official Ethiopian Association event information
Website category: Featured / Community / Festival / Music
Priority: 🔴 Very High
🇪🇹 Ethiopian New Year Praise Day — September 12
Toronto Pavilion currently lists an Ethiopian New Year Praise Day for Saturday, September 12, 2026.
The venue's current calendar confirms the event and date, although the publicly indexed listing does not yet provide enough detail about performers, admission or the full program. I would therefore publish this initially as a calendar listing rather than a full news story, and update it when more information becomes available. (Torontopavilion)
Toronto Pavilion upcoming events
Website category: Ethiopian New Year / Faith / Community
Priority: 🟠 High
🎷 Ethio-Jazz at Hirut — September 12
This is another excellent event for your entertainment calendar.
Veteran Ethiopian saxophonist Girma Woldemichael performs at Hirut Cafe and Restaurant on Saturday, September 12 from 8:00–10:30 p.m.
The lineup includes Girma Woldemichael on saxophone, Steven Cole on guitar, Kobi Hass on bass and Daniel Barnes on drums. The program combines Ethiopian jazz classics with original compositions. (Daniel Barnes Music)
Website category: Music / Concerts / Nightlife
Priority: 🟠 High
🇪🇹 Ethiopian Artist Melat Mengesha at Koerner Hall — October 3
This is worth promoting well in advance.
Toronto-based Ethiopian singer Melat Mengesha, winner of the first season of Balageru/Ethiopian Idol, will open for Vieux Farka Touré at Koerner Hall on Saturday, October 3 at 8:00 p.m.
Melat's music incorporates Ethiopian contemporary, folk and Ethio-jazz influences. The Royal Conservatory lists tickets starting at $50. (The Royal Conservatory of Music)
Official Royal Conservatory concert page
Website category: Concert / Ethiopian Artists / Entertainment
Priority: 🟠 High
🇪🇹🇪🇷 Ethiopian & Eritrean Restaurant Jazz Gatherings — Monthly
La Vegan Ethiopian & Eritrean Vegan Cuisine is hosting recurring Jazz Jam gatherings.
Currently listed dates include September 6, October 4, November 1 and December 6. The October–December sessions are listed for 2:30–5:30 p.m.
These aren't exclusively Ethiopian/Eritrean music events, but because they are recurring gatherings inside an Ethiopian/Eritrean restaurant, I think they belong in a broader Habesha GTA community calendar rather than the main news section. (Liane Fainsinger)
Website category: Food / Music / Community
Priority: 🟡 Calendar listing
🇪🇹 Ethiopian Cultural Performance — September 26–27
An interesting cultural event takes place at Prairie Drive Park on September 26–27 from 6:00–8:00 p.m.
The African Circus brings together Ethiopian, Indian and Bangladeshi newcomers through circus, contemporary movement, music and dance. The production incorporates traditional Ethiopian cultural elements alongside those of the other participating communities. (Toronto Arts Foundation)
Toronto Habesha Weekend: Live Music at Abugida – September 5 & 6
Celebrate the Ethiopian New Year with spiritual elevation, praise, and community connection!
Celebrate the Ethiopian New Year with spiritual elevation, praise, and community connection! Ethiopian Orthodox Tewahedo Church Debre Gennet Saint Tekle Haymanot invites you to The New Year Praise Day (የአዲስ ዓመት የዝማሬ ቀን - 2017/2026 E.C.).
Event Details
Date: Saturday, September 12, 2026 (መስከረም 2 2017)
Time: 1:00 PM – 10:00 PM
Location: Toronto Pavilion — 190 Railside Rd, Toronto, ON M3A 1A3
Venue Capacity: Spacious hall prepared to accommodate over 1,000 guests.
Honored Guests & Ministers
Archbishop: His Grace Abba Demetrios (Archbishop of the Eastern Canada Diocese)
Clergy: Malake Hiywot Aregawi & Kesis Tekle Dengel
Choir Leaders & Deacons: Hyminist Deacon Yared Garoma, Deacon Yizak Haile, Deacon Dagmawi Jemberu, and Hyminist Yemissirach Tiruneh
Performers: Debre Gennet Sunday School Choir alongside guest Sunday School choirs
Join family and friends for an inspiring day filled with spiritual songs, blessings, and praise as we welcome the New Year together.
Ethiopian Heritage Month Begins in Ontario as Toronto Prepares for 26th Annual Ethio-Canadian Day
Toronto Habesha Weekend: Live Music at Abugida – September 5 & 6
Toronto’s Habesha community can look forward to two nights of live music and entertainment at Abugida Ethiopian/Eritrean Restaurant & Lounge this weekend.
On Saturday, September 5 and Sunday, September 6, 2026, the Danforth venue will welcome Abinet, Dagi and Binny, along with live musicians, for a weekend celebrating Ethiopian and Eritrean music, food and community.
Guests can enjoy a lively Habesha atmosphere while meeting friends, sharing great food and experiencing live performances in the heart of Toronto.
Event Details
📅 Dates: September 5 & 6, 2026
🎤 Featuring: Abinet • Dagi • Binny
📍 Venue: Abugida Ethiopian/Eritrean Restaurant & Lounge
📌 Address: 1393 Danforth Ave., Toronto, Ontario
Whether you're looking for live Habesha music or simply a fun night out with friends, Abugida is one of the places to be this weekend.
Habesha GTA will continue highlighting Ethiopian and Eritrean concerts, celebrations, community gatherings and cultural events happening across the Greater Toronto Area.
Check directly with the venue for performance times, admission, reservations and any last-minute changes.
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