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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.

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265. Toronto Fall Home Show

September 22, 2011

Get ready to get inspired with this year’s Toronto Fall Home Show, kicking off today and continuing until the 25th. Each year, the Show host celebrities, experts, and exhibitors to help you make your home beautiful, and 2011 is no exception. Highlights include “Runway to Room” where celebrity designers will share their concepts for fashion-inspired living; “The Style at Home Stage, presented by HGTV, with plenty of celebrity speakers; “Destination Renovation” by BILD, where expert renovators give homeowners tips and tricks for successful renovations; and an Exclusive Access Sale where you can purchase fantastic furniture in support of the Toronto People With AIDS Foundation.

Toronto Fall Home Show

There’ll be plenty to see, do and buy at this year’s Show, so be sure not to miss this fantastic event! Buy tickets online for $11 or at the door for $14. Doors open at 11am this morning. For more information go to the Fall Home Show’s website.

 

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264. Lunch Time Live!

September 21, 2011

Take a lunch break and enjoy some of Canada’s best jazz, country, boss nova and rock ‘n’ roll at Yonge-Dundas Square. Starting at 12:30pm and continuing for an hour, this afternoon’s performance will feature the Toronto Tabla Ensemble (TTE). The tabla is typically a solo instrument, but the TTE presents this North Indian percussive tradition as an ensemble performance. Bassist Ian de Souza, multi-disciplinary artist Evan Ritchie, and the Chhandam Dance Company join the ensemble to create an amazing live show that just might make you forget that you have to go back to work for the afternoon!

Lunch Time Live!

Lunch Time Live! continues every Wednesday until October 19th. For more information go to www.ydsquare.ca.

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263. Stitch & Bitch

September 20, 2011

If you knit, crochet, or felt, and have something to “bitch” about (who doesn’t?!) head over to the Knit Cafe on Tuesday evenings for an old-fashioned stitch and bitch! The Knit Cafe is a crafter’s dream come true; picture high quality yarn, books, patterns and needles for purchase, plenty of room to sit and knit (or crochet) and a cafe with plenty of caffeine and snacks to keep you crafting until the wee hours of the morning (or until 10pm, when the stitch and bitch is over!) If you don’t know how to knit or crochet but would like to learn, the Knit Cafe offers several classes ranging from beginner “crash courses” to advanced sock master classes and sweater design sessions.

Stitch & Bitch at The Knit Cafe

To learn more about the Knit Cafe, go to www.theknitcafetoronto.com. No registration is required for the Stitch & Bitch, so drop by the store this evening whenever you are ready to air your grievances and work on your latest stitching project! The Knit Cafe is located at 1050 Queen Street West.

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262. Toronto Beer Week

September 19, 2011

Toronto Beer Week is a “series of events dedicated to the celebration and advancement of the craft beer movement.” Highlighting craft beer and their passionate brewers, last year’s Beer Week included local favourites such as Black Creek Historic Brewery, Creemore Springs Brewery, Great Lakes Brewing Co., Mill Street Brewery, Muskoka Brewery and Steamwhistle. Past events have included blind-tastings, beer and food pairings, round-table discussions of beer in Ontario, and much more!

Toronto Beer Week

Toronto Beer Week began on September 16th and continues until September 24th. For more information and for a full listing of related events, go to http://torontobeerweek.com.