In this week’s installment of our “Five Things” series -- looking at events happening in Toronto for a variety of ages and interests -- we recommend a free concert on Centre Island, a mini Toronto Caribbean Carnival parade, and a psychic brunch.

July 16-17, 2011

For families: The kids’ version of the Toronto Caribbean Carnival – formerly known as Caribana –  winds its way through Jane-Finch on Saturday, culminating in a party at Yorkgate Mall. Sat. July 16. Opening ceremony: 10:45 a.m. Parade: 11 a.m. Free. torontocaribbeancarnival.com

For visitors: Take the ferry to Centre Island for Parks Day, celebrating the 100-year anniversary of Canada’s public parks service. Learn about the outdoors, and stick around for the 4 p.m. concert featuring The Skydiggers, Serena Ryder, and Sarah Harmer.  Sat. July 16. Noon-8:30 p.m. Free. pc.gc.ca

For singles:  Find out if their aphrodisiac properties come true at the Ontario Oyster Festival. Beer, wine, and a shucking competition – what more could you ask for on a first date? In the alley beside Rodney's Oyster House, 469 King W. Sun. July 17. 2 p.m. – 10 p.m.  $30. rodneysoysterhouse.com

For charity: Ever stopped to watch a chalk artist scribble away at a sidewalk masterpiece? Multiply that by 32 and add some paint, and you’ve got a general idea of Paint-A-Thon, a charity event in support of “Free the Children” at the Markham Civic Centre. Sign up to make your mark on a canvas, or donate to a team. Sat. July 16. 1 p.m. – 6 p.m. paintathon.com

For kicks: Would you like fries with that? Wait…I’m getting a good feeling about this. Check out the Psychic Brunch at Clinton’s, where your entrance fee gets you a reading, a meal, and a candle. 693 Bloor St. W. Sun. July 17. 11 a.m. – 3 p.m. $45. psychicbrunch.ca

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