1. JAMIE OLIVER
Though he won’t be naked, this lecture from Jamie Oliver will send foodie hearts aflutter. The celebrity chef has become something of an activist of late with such shows as Jamie’s School Dinners (where Oliver tackles unhealthy school lunches) and now Ministry of Food (in which he coaches hapless home cooks to prepare simple food from scratch and pass on the lessons). Here, Oliver will discuss his pass-it-on philosophy and promote his modestly titled new book, Jamie’s Food Revolution. Nov. 22. $49.50–$99.50. Roy Thomson Hall, 60 Simcoe St., 416-872-4255, roythomson.com.

2. EVERYTHING TO DO WITH SEX SHOW
The sauciest show at the Ex grounds is back for its 10th year, with plenty of toys, fake orgasm contests, steamy fashion shows and pole-dancing firefighters. Sex ed is one of its goals, so there are seminars galore on such topics as stripping moves, bondage and creating a successful adult Web site. Nov. 20 to 22. $25. Direct Energy Centre, 100 Princes’ Blvd., toronto.everythingtodowithsex.com.

3. HEART OF FASHION
Find discounted holiday gifts while supporting a good cause at this Bayview Village shopping fundraiser for North York General Hospital. In addition to tons of store sales, there are four zones, each inspired by a city: visitors can go to New York for a mini-mani; L.A. for a psychic reading; London for a beer, gin and scotch tasting; and Paris for a fashion show. Gourmet food prepared by Canadian Living Cooks co-host Emily Richards and cocktails keep bargain hunters fuelled. Nov. 22. $75. Bayview Village Shopping Centre, 2901 Bayview Ave., 416-756-6944, heartoffashion.ca.

4. SWEDISH CHRISTMAS FESTIVAL (FREE!)
IKEA’s homeland isn’t only about minimalist Scandinavian design—learn about the rest of Swedish culture at this traditional Christmas celebration. There’s folk dancing and the Lucia parade—a procession of unbearably cute kids singing Swedish carols—as well as a marketplace with arts and crafts, jewellery and such yummy snacks as meatballs and glögg, a mulled wine. Nov. 21 and 22. Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay W., 416-973-4000, harbourfrontcentre.com.

5. THE MUSIC OF BUDDY RICH (FREE!)
This Toronto Jazz Orchestra tribute to drumming great Buddy Rich is a must-see for music lovers. The lineup is expected to include such big band classics as “Basically Blues” and “Dancing Men,” as well as suites from West Side Story, which riff on a medley that became a staple in Rich’s repertoire. We’re not sure that a Jets vs. Sharks–style dance-off would be appreciated, but if you just can’t resist, we won’t judge. Donations are appreciated. Nov. 21. The Rex Hotel, 194 Queen St. W., thetjo.com.

6. STUFF HAPPENS
Mirvish has picked up this David Hare–penned play set in the months right before the outbreak of war in Iraq in 2003. Backroom dealings are the invention of Hare’s imagination, but they’re brilliantly combined with the well-documented statements and actions of some big-name political players, including Cheney, Powell, Rice, Rumsfeld and Bush. Nov. 14 to Dec. 23. $30–$85. Royal Alexandra Theatre, 260 King St. W., 416-872-1212, mirvish.com.

7. DRACULA: PAGES FROM A VIRGIN’S DIARY (FREE!)
Horror fans will be all over this free screening, which goes head-to-head with the opening night of New Moon. Canadian filmmaker Guy Maddin provides the perfect antidote to “all that Twilight bullshit,” as the event organizers put it, with this 2002 movie. Far removed from Stephanie Meyer’s vampire world, Maddin’s film (classified as a silent musical) is in black and white and includes dance numbers performed by the Royal Winnipeg Ballet. Nov. 20. Innis Town Hall, 2 Sussex Ave., cinssu.sa.utoronto.ca.

8. WINNIE-THE-POOH RETURNS TO TYPE BOOKS (FREE!)
This afternoon event promises to be a hit with the preschool set (and their CanLit-loving parents). A.A. Milne’s silly old bear will stamp copies of the recently released Return to the Hundred Acre Wood before a Winnie-inspired dance party with music provided by Kevin Lacroix of Don Kerr and the Heffalumps. Nov. 21. Type Books, 883 Queen St. W., 416-366-8973, facebook.com/event.php?eid=189497003728.