5 things to do this weekend: Doors Open, LGBT Film Festival & OSPCA walk-a-thon

As our regular CityNews.ca series continues, we look at events happening in Toronto and near the city for a variety of ages and interests.

May 24-26, 2013

Doors Open Toronto: Here’s your chance to get a look inside some of the coolest buildings in the city. You’ll be able to check out more than 150 architecturally, historically, culturally and socially significant buildings this weekend at Doors Open Toronto — including the City building. Various locations. Saturday and Sunday. Various hours. Free. toronto.ca/doorsopen/2013

Inside Out Toronto LGBT Film Festival: For film buffs  the Toronto LGBT Film Festival showcases more than 180 films and videos from Canada created by and about lesbians, gays, bisexuals and trans people. The 11-day festival also includes artist talks, panel discussions, installations and parties. TIFF Bell Lightbox, 350 King St.W. May 23 to June 2.  8-ticket voucher $77-$91. Tickets: $6-13. insideout.ca

Toronto on the Water: Take a trip through time with Toronto on the Water. Trace the stunning history of Toronto’s waterfront in a photo exhibit that features over 100 archival images. Queen’s Quay Terminal, 207 Queen’s Quay W. May 24 – Sept. 2. 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Free. waterfrontbia.com

East York Mom to Mom Sale: Your kids grow so fast so why  spend a fortune on something they’ll just grow out of? Instead, head down to the East York Mom to Mom Spring Sale where you can pick up second hand baby and kid clothing, toys, games, furniture and gear for a reasonable price. Todmorden Branch of Royal Canadian Legion, 1083 Pape Ave. Saturday, 9 a.m.-1 p.m. $2. torontomomtomom.com

Toronto Friends for Life! Walk-a-thon for the Ontario SPCA: All animals deserve a good life. Join thousands across Ontario as they walk to help raise money to support the Ontario SPCA animal protection and care services. Even people without pets can take part and enjoy the day. Saturday. Registration: 9 a.m. Walk: 10 a.m. Coronation Park, Lake Shore Boulevard West and Strachan Avenue. A minimum $25.00 pledge is required to participate. support.ontariospca.ca

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