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291. Ghosts

October 17, 2011 Heikki Walden

October 18, 2011

One of Henrik Ibsen’s most provocative works, Ghosts is a “scathing indictment of what [Ibsen] perceived to be a corrupt and misguided morality rampant in his society.” Viewed from our perspective today, it is difficult to understand the outrage with which this play was met when it was first staged in 1882, but Ibsen’s use of prose and dramatic revelation is timeless and endures in its ability to affect audiences even 129 years later.

Soulpepper’s staging of Ghosts continues until mid-November; today’s performance is a matinee at 1:30pm at the Young Centre for the Performing Arts. Tickets are $50.86 for adults and $31.65 for students. For more information or to purchase tickets, go to www.youngcentre.ca.

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290. Toronto International Flamenco Festival

October 16, 2011 Heikki Walden

October 17, 2011

Get your dancing shoes on and celebrate the dramatic and theatrical dance that is Flamenco! The Toronto International Flamenco Festival is dedicated to increasing the popularity of Flamenco in North America by inviting Canadian and internationally acclaimed dancers to endear this powerful and graceful dance to the City of Toronto. Modeling itself on the Festival Flamenco Internacional de Alburquerque in New Mexico and the New York Flamenco Festival, Toronto’s Festival seeks to educate and advance the public’s appreciation and understanding of this dance form through performance and workshops.

If you already adore Flamenco, you can purchase a Workshop Pass to the Festival for $775, or a Dance Pass (for all dance classes) for $650. If you want to try Flamenco for the first time, try a Single Class Pass for $65. For a full listing of classes, workshops and performances, and to purchase passes online, visit the Toronto International Flamenco Festival’s website.

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289. Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon

October 15, 2011 Heikki Walden

October 16, 2011

Including a marathon, half marathon and 5k, the Scotiabank Toronto Waterfront Marathon gets started today at 9am! Get up early and cheer on participants as they make their way from University Avenue north of Adelaide Street, down University, east on Front, east on Parliament, to the Lakeshore Boulevard, west on Lakeshore, turn around and head East on Lakeshore to the finish line at City Hall, Nathan Phillips Square. You’re too late to join in the race this year, but you are definitely welcome to get inspired and start training for next year! As a spectator/cheerleader, if you’re strategic in your location, you’ll be able to enjoy live bands and performers on stages every 2 kilometres throughout the race – another reason to get yourself ready to run in next year’s race! Keep in mind that participants are also welcome to choose a charity to raise donations and run for, so start thinking about who you’ll run for in 2012.

For more information on this year’s Scotiabank Toornto Waterfront Marathon, go to www.torontowaterfrontmarathon.com.

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288. Running, Health & Fitness Expo

October 14, 2011 Heikki Walden

October 15, 2011

Yesterday we featured an event for winter-lovers; today, here’s an event for the rest of us, hanging onto the last of the snow-free days! In partnership with the 2011 Scotiabank Waterfront Marathon Exhibition, the Running, Health & Fitness Expo features everything you need to take your fitness and running regime to the next level. Exhibitors will present the latest products and services; major athletic brands will be on hand to sell everything from socks to global navigation devices; international races will entice you to run in exotic locations and prestigious competitions; and medical companies will be there to assist you as you strive for the fittest you!

The Running, Health & Fitness Expo is free to enter. It all takes place in Hall D of the Direct Energy Center. Today is the last day of the Expo; the hours of operation are from 10am until 6pm.

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287. Toronto Ski, Snowboard and Travel Show

October 13, 2011 Heikki Walden

October 14, 2011

Are you one of those people who cheers over the first snowfall while the rest of us groan and look for our winter boots? Get an early start to winter with the Toronto Ski, Snowboard and Travel Show at the Better Living Centre at Exhibition Place. Showcasing ski and snowboard-related travel destinations, clothing, equipment and lifestyle information, this event will get you ready for winter fun whether you’re a seasoned expert or just getting started. If you’re on a budget and want to upgrade your equipment, the Show is also home of the nation’s largest ski and snowboard swap, meaning you can get skis, boards, boots, poles and bindings for an excellent price.

The Show is open today from 12pm until 10pm and continues throughout the weekend. Admission is $18.00 for adults (cash only at ticket booths). For more information, go to www.torontoskishow.ca.

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286. East Lynn Farmers’ Market

October 12, 2011 Heikki Walden

October 13, 2011

Family eat you out of house and home this past holiday weekend? It’s time to stock up on your produce; head to the East Lynn Farmers’ Market today from 3 to 7pm. Just about everything has been harvested, so now is the prime time to stock up on squash, apples, pears, and all the other Fall fruits and vegetables that are symbolic of this time of the year. In addition, this is the last month you’ll be able to get fresh, locally-grown beans, broccoli, celery, corn, cucumber, eggplant, grapes, lettuce, onions, peppers, plums and tomatoes, so the time to shop is now!

The East Lynn Farmers’ Market takes place on Thursdays between 3pm and 7pm near Woodbine (in East Lynn Park). For more information, go to http://tfmn.ca.

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285. Planet in Focus Film Festival

October 11, 2011 Heikki Walden

October 12, 2011

Starting today and continuing until October 16th, the Planet in Focus Film Festival is Canada’ international environmental film and video festival. Now in its 12th year, the Festival promotes environmental artistic expression in film, video and new media mediums in an effort to “frame and explore environmental and ecological issues as a catalyst for awareness, discussion and engagement.” In addition to highlighting films which celebrate the environment, science and activism, the Festival features workshops for youth and seeks to transform environmental education.

For a full list of screenings and events taking place over the next five days of the Planet in Focus FIlm Festival, go to www.planetinfocus.org.

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284. Haute Culture: General Idea A Retrospective, 1969-1994

October 10, 2011 Heikki Walden

October 11, 2011

Founded by Felix Partz, Jorge Zontal and AA Bronson in Toronto in 1969, General Idea was “a framing device within which we inhabit the role of the artist as we see the living legend.” By examining media image culture through projects including File magazine, paintings, installations, sculptures, photographs, mail art, videos, TV programs and a beauty pageant, the group challenged social power structures and traditional artistic creation.

Curated by Frédéric Bonnet, Haute Culture: General Idea is the first comprehensive retrospective exhibition of its kind. Organized around five themes central to the work of the trio, General Idea’s body of work is revealed as a cultural critique which treats the image as a “virus that infiltrates every aspect of the real world.” Works on display include Baby Makes 3 (1984 – 1989), Nazi Milk (1979 – 1990), and Playing Doctor (1992).

The exhibition takes place on the fourth and fifth floors of the Art Gallery of Ontario until January 1st, 2012. For more information, visit the AGO’s website.

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283. Thanksgiving Dinner at Black Creek Pioneer Village

October 9, 2011 Heikki Walden

October 10, 2011

Gather your family and friends and head to Black Creek Pioneer Village for a delicious, traditional Thanksgiving dinner (that you won’t have to cook or clean up after)! You’ll dine at the Historic Brewery Restaurant located at Black Creek Pioneer Village, and can choose from a 12:00pm, 2:30pm, and 5:00pm seating time. Reservations are required, so if you are interested, call 416-736-1733 NOW! This is a wildly popular event and you’ll want to make sure you and your family + friends don’t go without a Thanksgiving Feast!

For more information, meal prices and for a full menu, go to www.blackcreek.ca.

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282. Leslieville Farmers’ Market

October 8, 2011 Heikki Walden

October 9, 2011

Leslieville may be known for its fantastic vintage shops and its abundance of independent cafes, but its Farmers’ Market is somewhat of a gem, hidden away in Jonathan Ashbridge Park each Sunday from early June until late October. The Leslieville Farmers’ Market strives to help their neighbours buy their food “directly from its source (and get to know them by name)! By supporting the building of relationships between the community and local environmentally responsible producers, the Market will not only help you to reduce your carbon footprint – it will help you discover great tasting food grown within miles of where you live.

The Leslieville Farmers Market starts at 9am and continues until 2pm. A word of advice; don’t eat too much before stopping by; they have delicious waffles for sale! For more information about the Market and what is in season, go to http://leslievillemarket.com.