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241. Art in Shoes-Shoes in Art

August 29, 2011

Women the world over would agree that shoes are art! The Bata Shoe Museum examines this idea by presenting an exhibit devoted entirely to visual artwork portraying the cultural importance of shoes. Highlights of the exhibit include a pair of sculpted steel-toed boots made from clay by Marilyn Levin, and an 1827 Thomas McLean caricature depicting a nobleman attempting to remove his uncomfortable, expensive boots.

Art in Shoes-Shoes in Art

The Bata Shoe Museum is open from 10am until 5pm today; the Art in Shoes-Shoes in Art exhibit continues until October 1st. For more information, visit the Bata Shoe Museum’s website.

 

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240. Liberty Village Farmers’ Festival

August 28, 2011

As the summer draws to a close, the best of the harvest season is only beginning! Enjoy the wares of certified local farmers as they gather for the Liberty Village Farmers’ Market from 9am to 2pm in the Green P parking lot on Hanna Street. This month is the perfect time to pick up apples, beans, beets, blueberries, broccoli, cabbage, carrots, cauliflower, celery, corn, cucumber, eggplant, grapes, lettuce, nectarines, onions, peaches, pears, peas, peppers, plums, potatoes, radishes, raspberries, squash and tomatoes, so you have a world of possibilities for dinner available to you!

Liberty Village Farmers' Market

Support your local farmers and get your weekly produce shop done at the same time! For more information on this and other Toronto MyMarket Farmers’ Markets, go to www.my-market.ca.

 

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239. Cirque du Soleil “TOTEM”

August 27, 2011

TOTEM follows the “journey of the human species from its original amphibian state to its ultimate desire to fly.” Set on a stage resembling a giant turtle (the symbol of origin for many ancient civilizations), TOTEM is inspired by myths and the theory of evolution.

Cirque du Soleil TOTEM

Acts include a fixed trapeze duo, a hoops dancer, Russian bars, roller skates, devil sticks and more, all used to show “the ties between Man and other species, his dreams and his infinite potential.”

Today’s performances of Cirque du Soleil’s TOTEM are at 4pm and 8pm. Ticket prices range from $67 to $235. For more information visit the Cirque du Soleil website.

 

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238. Visit Grain, Curd & Bean and get an ice cream cone from The Port!

August 26, 2011

Nothing goes together quite as well as bread and cheese, except for maybe ice cream and summer! Get it all (and a great cup of coffee) at Grain, Curd & Bean, which is featuring The Port ice cream parlour throughout the summer!

Grain, Curd & Bean

Sample delicious Manchego (made from sheep’s milk in Spain), aromatic Italian Taleggio (fantastic on pizza!) or several varieties of Canadian cheeses, such as Louis d’Or (selected as the grand champion at the Canadian Cheese Grand Prix), Riopelle (a triple cream cheese from Quebec) or Bleu d’Elizabeth (a delightful blue cheese). Pick up a loaf of St. John’s Bakery bread or some Montreal-style bagels, and while you peruse a variety of fine local foods, sip on a delicious latte made from GCB’s blend of coffees.

If the summer heat is getting to you, head to the back of the store for a scoop or two from The Port, featuring Greg’s Ice Cream, a Toronto summer mainstay! Rotating flavours include roasted marshmallow, coconut, toffee coffee, and lemon meringue.

GCB is open from 9:30am until 9pm; The Port is open in the late afternoon/evenings at the back of the store. GCB is located on Dundas Street, just east of Dufferin.

 

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237. BuskerFest

August 25, 2011

Now in its 11th year of wacky and wonderful fun, the Scotiabank Toronto International BuskerFest starts today! Hosting hundreds of fantastic street performers from across the globe, BuskerFest fills the St. Lawrence Market neighbourhood with daredevils and magicians, circus acts, contortionists, clowns, acrobats, aerialists, musicians and more!

BuskerFest

New this year is the “Magic Corner,” a stage completely dedicated to magic; the Fionn MacCool’s Beer Garden; and a celebration of Morocco in the “Sultan’s Tent” in Berczy Park. Three benefit shows in support of Epilepsy Toronto will include a performance by Montreal’s Cirque Éloize as well as two group gala shows, featuring a collection of the BuskerFest performers. Scotiabank will match each dollar donated by the audience at “The Fire Show” on August 27th at 9:30pm, which will feature the “hottest” of BuskerFest’s fire acts.

All BuskerFest performances take place in the St. Lawrence Market neighbourhood; for a complete festival map and for more information about the event’s support of Epilepsy Toronto, go to the BuskerFest website.

 

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236. Black Creek Summer Music Festival

August 24, 2011

Featuring some of the best musical programming in the world, the Black Creek Summer Music Festival is a tour de force of musical events in Toronto. A wide range of artists and performances ensures that every musical genre is explored during the two months of the festival, which invites only the most accomplished of guests. Today’s performer is no exception: Barry Manilow!

Black Creek Summer Music Festival

Having sold over 80 million records, to say Barry Manilow has enjoyed success is an understatement! Ranking as the top Adult Contemporary chart artist of all time, Manilow has recently released his first original album of the last ten years, called 15 Minutes; tonight’s performance will surely include the singer/songwriter’s latest work, as well as the classics he is so famous for.

Tickets for tonight’s 8pm concert range in price from $64.50 to $156.00. All Black Creek Summer Music Festival concerts are located in Rexall Centre on the campus of York University. For more information and a full schedule of all concerts, go to www.blackcreekfestival.com.

 

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235. Dancing in The Dark: A series of free films at Yonge-Dundas Square

August 23, 2011

Head over to Yonge-Dundas Square tonight at 6pm for a double-bill presentation of Chicago and All That Jazz! Dancing in the Dark presentations are completely free, and give you the opportunity to enjoy the last of the warm summer evenings while taking in some of the most beloved film musicals. Each Tuesday night you can enjoy a film (or two!) at sundown (double-bills start earlier in the evening to accommodate longer showing times).

Dancing in The Dark

For details about Dancing in the Dark, and for a full list of films being shown throughout the summer, go to www.ydsquare.ca.

 

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234. The Ex

August 22, 2011

Summer may be coming to a close, but it is sure to go out with a bang when The Ex rolls into town! The Canadian National Exhibition started a few days ago and continues until September 5, 2011, giving you plenty of opportunities to squeeze all the fun you can handle out of the last few weeks of summer! Highlights of this year’s Ex include performances by Joannie Rochette & Yvan Pedneault in Beyond Broadway: Aerial Acrobatics & Ice Skating Show; Splash Zone “Flowrider” demonstrations; “The Human Cannonball;” and the President’s Choice “SuperDogs” – all free with admission to the grounds!

The Ex

In addition to the special presentations and events, there are the Ex standbys – more than 50 rides in the heart of the fairgrounds; petting zoos; the casino; unique “fair food;” concerts and demonstrations by a variety of singers, artists, chefs, and tribute bands; and much more!

Discover The Ex today from 10am until 10pm. Tickets are $16 for general admission, $12 for seniors and children, or $48 for a Family Pass (2 adults & 2 kids or 1 adult & 3 kids). Today is “Kids Toonie Monday Ride Coupon Special” – you can get 30 ride tickets for only $22 (which can be shared amongst children); you can also purchase a “Ride All Day Pass” for $36 throughout the duration of The Ex.

For more information on all The Ex fun, go to www.theex.com!

 

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233. Sunday Serenades

August 21, 2011

Featuring the best in swing, big band and jazz performers, Sunday Serenades fills Mel Lastman Square with music on those warm summer Sunday evenings. In addition to enjoying a free concert, you’ll have the opportunity to “dance under the stars” as The Swing Shift Big Band performs A Tribute to Count Basie. You’ll be swinging late into the night as 17 fantastic musicians and vocalists Dave Statham and Larisa Renée provide you with the perfect accompaniment for an evening of dancing and music appreciation.

Sunday Serenades

Tonight is the last of the Sunday Serenades series; the concert/dancing gets under way at 7:30pm in Mel Lastman Square.

 

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232. TIFF Family Classics

August 20, 2011

Escape the heat and settle in for a film with the family! The TIFF Bell Lightbox features Family Classics, including Disney favourites, the Academy Award-nominated film Whale Rider, and several beloved musicals! Today’s film, The Rocketeer, tells the tale of a young flying ace who accidentally finds himself in possession of a top-secret rocket pack, making him the target of gangsters, the FBI, and even a Nazi spy, all looking to secure the amazing invention for themselves!

The Rocketeer

The Rocketeer starts at 2:00pm this afternoon; bring the whole family along for an afternoon of cinematic adventure! Regular admission is $12, seniors/students pay $9.50, while children and youth admission is $8.50. For more information on TIFF Family Classics, visit the TIFF website.