The HVRA brings local residents together several times a year for seasonal celebrations and other neighbourly activities. This page offers photos and descriptions of past events, with notes on how they are managed. Volunteer and have twice the fun!
- Bookmark the Calendar of HVRA Events to see basic dates and times for this year’s likely events.
- Watch the sidebar stories (right-hand side of each webpage) for current announcements.
September Fall Fair
Food, games, music, silent auction, fun for all. See photos and notes from past events.
PumpkinFest
The evening after Halloween: amazing pumpkins displayed along tables on Harbord, or virtually. Our photo collections are popular.
Springtime Plant Fair
Early June: gardeners and would-be gardeners welcome. Plants, equipment, books, and advice are all free.
Public Meetings
May and October: reports, speakers, votes. See notes and photos for winners of community awards and student essay prizes.
Community Builder Awards
May and October: the HVRA Community Builder awards happen twice a year. Check out recent awardees by clicking on the link! Instructions are also available there for the nomination process.
Community Yard Sale
Funds raised in May sales 2012-2017 went to charities. Residents donated, volunteered, shopped, and enjoyed each other’s company.