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As our regular CityNews.ca series continues, we look at events happening in the city for all ages and interests.

Sept. 21-23, 2012

For families: Some parents may find it hard to get their kids to sit still and enjoy a book, but the annual Word on the Street festival is set to, once again, prove that reading is cool. Therell be lots of neat things for kids, including art workshops, live performances, and famed poet Dennis Lee will read his classic at an Alligator Pie Party. There will, of course, be plenty of grownup fun too. The festival returns to its roots this year and will be held on the street on Queens Park Crescent. Sunday. 11 a.m.- 6 p.m. Free. Wordonthestreet.ca

For visitors: The CN Tower, the ROM and Eaton Centre are great Toronto tourist attractions, but why not try something different? Check out some of the citys fiercest roller derby competitors at the Toronto championships at the Bunker at Downsview Park. Chicks Ahoy will be defending their title against Gore-Gore Rollergirls. Act fast because the event typically sells out in a jiffy. 40 Carl Hall Rd. Saturday. 7:30 p.m. Advance online tickets: $14. Torontorollerderby.com

For singles: The weather has turned chilly and as fall arrives you may want to make some changes to make your home feel a little cozier, to de-clutter or remodel a room. The Fall Home Show is the place youll want to be this weekend where designers will be on hand to offer tips. The Better Living Centre at Exhibition Place. Friday 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Sunday 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Adult tickets are $15 at the door, seniors and kids 13 to 17 are $13. Children under 12 are free. Fallhomeshow.com

For charity: Join the thousands of people expected to hit downtown streets to raise funds for the AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT). This years fundraising goal is $500,000. The five-kilometre walk starts at Carlton and Church streets. Sunday. 2 p.m. Aidswalktoronto.ca

For kicks: Pull that pair of old fancy pants out of the closet, press that knee-length skirt and matching jacket, dust off that bowler and then hop on your bike and head out to the annual Tweed Ride Toronto. Participants will cycle past some landmarks, enjoy high tea and then end the event with a swinging dance party. All funds raised go to Bikes Without Borders. Saturday. Registration starts at 2:30 p.m. at Trinity Bellwoods Park. Registration: $25 for individuals. Tweedridetoronto.com

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5 things to do this weekend: book fest, old-timey bike ride & the Home Show