Today in Toronto: Molly Johnson and Friends, Battle Creole and more

Ballet Creole: Soulful Messiah Set to music by Quincy Jones and vocals by Aretha Franklin and others, this exuberant holiday staple weaves together an expert blend of tap, African-Caribbean, ballet, jazz and modern dance. Find out more »

Molly Johnson and Friends As much a social force as a vocal one, Johnson got the Order of Canada for her philanthropic work, but it’s her stylish phrasing and sultry, just-out-of-bed delivery that has made her a fixture on the jazz and soul scenes. Find out more »

Food events 12 Beers of Christmas, Cooking with Chocolate and more. See the Weekly Eater »