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335. SpeakEasy’s Annual Holiday Sale

November 30, 2011 Heikki Walden

December 1, 2011

Whether you’re still looking for that perfectly hand-crafted gift, or whether you simply want to see the work of 40 local artists, come to SpeakEasy’s Annual Holiday Sale tonight from 7pm to 11pm! The Sale will take place at the Gladstone Hotel; along with plenty of lovely things to buy, such as unique ceramics, handmade soap, hand-crafted Christmas cards and more; there’ll be holiday cocktails so that you can start December off on the right foot!

To learn more about the Holiday Sale, visit SpeakEasy’s website.

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334. The Rez Sisters

November 29, 2011 Heikki Walden

November 30, 2011

The Dora-award winning play, The Rez Sisters, is gracing the stage of the Factory Theatre until December 10th. Penned by Thomson Highway in 1986, the production is the story of seven women on a reserve, raising money to go to Toronto in the hopes of winning the Biggest Bingo in The World. This critically-acclaimed play is well known for its gritty depiction of life on a reserve.

To purchase tickets to The Rez Sisters, go to www.factorytheatre.ca.

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333. The Children’s Republic

November 28, 2011 Heikki Walden

November 29, 2011

Last summer, Now magazine called Hannah Moscovitch “Canada’s most in-demand playwright.” See what all the fuss is about tonight as her play, The Children’s Republic, is staged at the Tarragon Theatre. The production follows Dr. Janusz Korczak, “revolutionary champion of children and signatory to the Leage of Nations’ Declaration of the Rights of the Child, [who] meets his match in a defiant boy named Israel. When war threatens the children in Korczak’s Warsaw orphanage, it is Israel who comes to the rescue.”

The Children’s Republic opened on November 8th and continues its run until December 18th. For more information and to purchase tickets, go to www.tarragontheatre.com.

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332. Christmas at Black Creek

November 27, 2011 Heikki Walden

November 28, 2011

Can’t imagine how you could celebrate Christmas without electric lights on your house, a microwave to make your instant potatoes, and a pack of batteries for the toys your children will be receiving on the big day? Learn about Victorian Christmas activities at Black Creek Pioneer Village! There’ll be special family programming each weekend leading up to Christmas including horse drawn wagon rides, visits with Santa, cookie decorating and more!

Black Creek Pioneer Village is open today from 11am until 4:30pm. Admission for adults is $15; children pay $11.00. For more information go to www.blackcreek.ca.

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331. Kidzfest

November 26, 2011 Heikki Walden

November 27, 2011

Yet another event from the Downtwon Yonge BIA’s Winter Magic, Kidzfest is a day of free fun for families at Yonge-Dundas Square. Taking place from 11am until 5pm today, this event is an opportunity for children and their parents to explore and enjoy downtown Toronto through rides, activities, educational entertainment and more.

For a full event schedule, go to www.wintermagic.ca.

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330. Cavalcade of Lights

November 25, 2011 Heikki Walden

November 26, 2011

45 years of Toronto tradition can’t be wrong! The Cavalcade of Lights has marked the beginning of the holiday season in our city for 45 years, and this year it’s complete with musical performances, ice skating, twinkling lights, fireworks, and of course, the lighting of Toronto’s official Christmas tree! Taking place at Nathan Phillips Square, this event is a great way to gather with your fellow Torontonians and celebrate the beginning of the holidays.

For more information, visit the City of Toronto’s website.

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329. Whole Life Expo

November 24, 2011 Heikki Walden

November 25, 2011

Have a health nut on your Christmas list? Or maybe your New Year’s resolution is to become a more healthy version of your self. Whatever the case, the Whole Life Expo promises to bring you “the most comprehensive array of natural health products and services ever gathered under one roof.” As Canada’s largest showcase of natural health, alternative medicine and eco-friendly lifestyles, the Expo features 60 speakers and more than 200 exhibitors who are determined to help you lead a healthy life.

The Whole Life Expo gets started today at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre at 4pm. For access to all lectures, exhibits and stages, purchase a Weekend Lecture Pass for $15; for access to exhibits and stages, purchase a Weekend Exhibit Pass. For more information go to www.wholelifecanada.com.

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328. One of A Kind Christmas Show & Sale

November 23, 2011 Heikki Walden

November 24, 2011

Ready to get your Christmas shopping done in one day? Attend the One of a A Kind Christmas Show and Sale at the Direct Energy Centre and you’ll check everyone off your Christmas list while purchasing locally crafted, beautifully made, unique gifts for one and all! With over 800 artisans and trillions of holiday gift items up for grabs, there is absolutely no excuse to be shopping for gifts on Christmas Eve! Whether you’re looking for edible items (think melt-in-your-mouth shortbread, decadent chocolate, jams and jellies, and even candy apples), children’s toys (you’ll find an assortment of wacky and wonderful gifts for kiddies), a host/hostess gift (how about wine cozies, hand-printed napkins, or a unique apron?) or a little something for yourself, you’ll find everything you need and want at the One of A Kind Show!

Every convenience has been taken into consideration by the Show; enjoy an hour and a half of free childcare, complimentary parcel check, a One of a Kind Art School for children over the age of 8, and plenty of options for snacks and beverages to fuel your shopping frenzy. The One of A Kind Christmas Show & Sale gets started today and continues until December 4th. Visit www.oneofakindshow.com for more details and to purchase your tickets. Happy shopping!

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327. Macbeth

November 22, 2011 Heikki Walden

November 23, 2011

Not in the Christmas spirit yet? Feeling a little “grinchy?”There’s nothing better than a little Shakespearean tragedy to remind you that things aren’t so bad after all. Until November 26th you can catch the University of Toronto’s presentation of Macbeth at Hart House.

Described as “a horrific tragedy that creeps under the skin and lays bare the dangers of ambition and the corruption of power,” if you have never seen this legendary play, give yourself an early Christmas present and go tonight! The performance begins at 8pm, and tickets are only $25. For more information, go to www.harthouse.ca. To purchase tickets online, go to www.uofttix.ca.

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326. The Test

November 21, 2011 Heikki Walden

November 22, 2011

Described as “an ambiguous dark comedy about politics and paternity,” Canadian Stage, in partnership with The Company Theatre, presents the English premier of The Test. Starring Eric Peterson, the play comes from Lukas Bärfuss, one of Germany’s rising stars on the playwriting scene.

The Test continues its run until November 26th. For a full schedule of play times and to purchase tickets, go to www.canadianstage.com.