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275. CIBC Run For the Cure

October 2, 2011

Be a part of the largest single day, volunteer-led fundraising event dedicated to raising funds for breast cancer research, education and awareness programs, by cheering on participants in this year’s CIBC Run for the Cure! Last year the event raised $33 million nationwide; though it is too late to register for the run, you can help to create a future without breast cancer by celebrating the walkers and runners, and by contributing financially to the cause. Of course, you can also start training now to make sure you are ready for next year’s Run!

CIBC Run For the Cure

The Run gets started at 10am at the St. George Campus of the University of Toronto. For more information or to donate, go to www.runforthecure.com.

 

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274. Nuit Blanche

October 1, 2011

Starting at 6:59pm and continuing until sunrise, Toronto will be transformed into an art-lover’s paradise for the sixth annual Nuit Blanche. Over 130 locations in Toronto will feature art of every kind with an emphasis on art installations – you’ll find art in galleries, museums, streetcars, alleyways, storefronts, churches, and even parks.

Nuit Blanche

For a full listing and map of all of this year’s fantastic works of art, go to www.scotiabanknuitblanche.ca You’ll find itinerary planning tools, a navigational app for iPhones and BlackBerries, and plenty of news about the most anticipated art installations to be found across our city during this much-anticipated event!

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273. Peter & the Symphony: Brahms Symphony No. 1

September 30, 2011

As part of the Exposed Concert Series, tonight’s performance of Brahms’s Symphony No. 1 is so much more than a performance. Conductor Peter Oundjian will begin the evening by discussing the history, style and contents of the Symphony, illustrated by live musical examples played by the TSO. Following his informative introduction to the music, Oundjian will go on to conduct a complete performance of the Symphony.

Peter & The Symphony

Tonight’s Peter & the Sympphony: Brahms Symphony No. 1 begins at 7:30pm at Roy Thomson Hall. For more information on the “Exposed Concert Series,” and to purchase tickets, go to www.tso.ca.

 

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272. Brazilian Film Festival

September 29, 2011

Today marks the beginning of the Brazilian Film Festival, with showings at the TIFF Bell Lightbox and Carlton Cinema. The goal of the Festival is to “promote Crazilian cinematography in Canada and create a market platform for directors, producers, actors and filmmakers,” so you can be sure that this event will highlight the best that the Brazilian film industry has to offer!

Brazilian Film Festival

In addition to screenings, the Brazilian Film Festival offers workshops, and of course, an opening night party! To learn more about the Festival go to www.brafftv.com.

 

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271. The Odd Couple

September 28, 2011

Described as one of the most iconic and enduring pieces of twentieth century American comedy,” The Odd Couple pairs sloppy Oscar Madison against fastidious roommate Felix Unger in an examination of the relationship between two men coping with divorce. The Odd Couple is the stuff of legends; it has been featured in films, a long-running television series, has spawned sequels and has even become a part of common vernacular. Now, Soulpepper adds to the reproductions of this beloved play for the second time, as the company brings back Diego Matamoros as Felix and Albert Schultz as Oscar, in hopes that the play will be as successful as its 2008 run on the Toronto stage.

The Odd Couple

Today’s performance of The Odd Couple is a matinee at 1:30pm; tickets are $50.86 for adults and $31.65 for students. The play finishes its run on October 21st. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to http://soulpepper.ca.

 

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270. Sick Kids Hospital Farmers’ Market

September 27, 2011

If you work on or near University Ave and Dundas Street/College Street, the Sick Kids Hospital’s Farmers’ Market is your opportunity to purchase fresh produce on your morning break or at lunch! Starting at 9am and continuing until 2pm, today is the ideal day to check out the wares of local farmers – almost everything is in season in September! You’ll find freshly-picked apples, beans, blueberries, broccoli, carrots, cucumber, eggplant, nectarines, peppers, plums, radishes, squash and tomatoes around at this time of year, so if you are at all into preserving your own food while the harvest is at its finest (the cheapest, most eco-friendly and delicious way to get through the winter with an abundance of fruits and veggies), you need to get yourself to a farmers’ market, stat!

Sick Kids Hospital Farmers' Market

The Sick Kids Hospital Farmers’ Market takes place every Tuesday throughout the year (indoors in the winter, outdoors during the warmer months). For more information, go to www.my-market.ca.

 

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269. Music Mondays

September 26, 2011

Since 1992, the Church of the Holy Trinity has hosted “Music Mondays,” an independent community music series offering a spectrum of musicians from Toronto and all around the world. The Church is well-known for its beautiful acoustical space, and has frequently been used for performances and recordings throughout the years. Today’s Music Monday performance is the last of the 2011 series, and features Jerome Summers on the clarinet, Sharon Kahan on the flute, and Angela Park on the piano. The trio will play the music of Debussy, Shostakovich and Bize.

Jerome Summers

All Music Mondays concerts begin at 12:15pm and take place at the Church of the Holy Trinity, right beside the Eaton Centre. $5 or more is suggested as a donation. For more information, visit www.musicmondays.ca.

 

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268. Word on the Street

September 25, 2011

Love the written word? Whether you’re a fan of best-selling fiction, a magazine junkie, a cookbook collector, or a writer in the making, there’s something for everyone at the Word on the Street Festival. Taking place at Queen’s Park today from 11am until 6pm, Word on the Street is a celebration of Canadian literature. You’ll have the opportunity to purchase books and magazines from a variety of publishers and book-sellers, hear from your favourite Canadian authors, participate in contests and even join in on a workshop for aspiring writers. Kids can join in on the literary fun with “KidStreet” a special area of the park devoted to families which offers children’s programming, including the TVO Kids Stage, the Children’s Reading Tent and the Children’s Activity Tent.

Word on the Street

The Word on the Street National Book and Magazine Festival is free for all; for more information, go to www.thewordonthestreet.ca.

 

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267. ARTWALK – St. Clair Arts Festival and Studio Tour

September 24, 2011

Featuring the talent of local artists, ARTWALK is in its seventh year of celebrating art, community and business in the St. Clair West area of Toronto. Taking place at the Artscape Whychwood Barns and along St. Clair West, ARTWALK highlights the work of established artists as well as those who are just emerging. Mediums include oil and water painting, sculpture, fibre, ceramics, photography and more. You’ll also have the opportunity to take in the performing arts, as music and spoken word are integral parts of the festivities.

St. Clair Arts Festival & Studio Tour

ARTWALK starts today and continues until tomorrow. For more information, go to www.stclair-artwalk.org/

 

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266. The Clothing Show

September 23, 2011

Celebrating its 34th year, the Clothing Show is on every Toronto shopoholic’s calendar! Featuring runway fashion shows and the wares of independent and original designers, this shopping extravaganza is not to be missed. Local lines of apparel and accessories will be available, along with a dizzying collection of vintage clothing. Shop sample sales, visit the Century of Fashion display, and take in a runway show – it’s all part of The Fall Clothing Show!

Toronto Fall Clothing Show

The Clothing Show starts this evening at 5pm; tickets are $10 at the door. For more information and to purchase your tickets online, go to www.theclothingshow.com.