HIT THE KNIT-IN
Join the ever-growing knitting movement and contribute to a great cause when knitters make warm blankets, socks and mittens for Streetknit and the homeless tonight (Thursday, February 17) at Annette Library (145 Annette). 6:15 to 8:15 pm. Wool and needles provided – instruction, too. 416-393-7521.
LAST CALL FOR ELECTRIC
McGuinty’s Liberals are in pre-election mode and wobbling all over the map. Help ensure they do a flip-flop in our favour and decide to electrify the rail link to Pearson right off the bat, not seven to nine years from now. On Friday (February 18), Metrolinx plans to approve dirty diesel, and Clean Train folks are rallying so our political masters get the message. Free. 8:30 pm, Metrolinx headquarters, 20 Bay. cleantrain.ca.
FREE THE KID SOLDIERS
Global militarism that recruits children for war is finally getting the attention it deserves. Seize the chance to hear former Sudanese child soldier Emmanuel Jal, an internationally known musician, rapper, storyteller and activist, speak and perform today (Thursday, February 17), 5 pm. $5. U of T Scarborough Student Centre, 1265 Military Trail. utscwarchild.eventbrite.com.
