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SUUNS @ Sonic Boom

2011-01-21T21:54:00.006-05:00

SUUNS cover art for Zeroes QC

Who: SUUNS

What: Free in-store performance.

When: 4:00 PM, Saturday January 29th, 2011

Where: Sonic Boom - 512 Bloor St. West, Toronto ON

For More Info:

Facebook Event Page

SUUNS on MySpace

Sonic Boom

Do Make Say Think @ Sonic Boom

2011-01-13T21:18:00.005-05:00

Do Make Say Think. Image: Official Press Photo.

Who: Do Make Say Think

What: Free instore session at Sonic Boom.

[EDIT]: A DONATION TO THE FOOD BANK IS MANDATORY FOR ENTRANCE TO THE SHOW.

When: Thursday, February 3, 2011. Time to be announced.

Where: Sonic Boom (512 Bloor Street St. West Toronto, ON M5S 1Y3)

For more info:

Do Make Say Think

Sonic Boom

Home Alone at the Fox Theatre

2010-12-09T21:26:00.002-05:00

Home Alone Movie Poster. Source: Fox Home Entertainment.

What: Free screening of Home Alone at the Fox Theatre.

Where: Fox Theatre (2236 Queen St. East, Toronto, ON)

When: Thursday, Dec. 3, 2010. 2pm.

For more info: Fox Theatre

Dr. Seuss How the Grinch Stole Christmas at the Revue

2010-12-09T21:14:00.006-05:00

Santa. Source: Revue Cinema

What: Photographer Andrew Chomentowski from Image Professional Photography will take a picture of you and Santa and email it to you for free. There is also a free screening of Dr. Seuss' How the Grinch Stole Christmas. Non-perishable food donations to the food bank will be accepted.

Where: Revue Cinema (400 Roncesvalles Avenue, Toronto, ON, M6R 2M9)

When: Saturday Dec. 11, 2010. Photos at 10:30am, movie at 12:30pm.

For more info: Revue Cinema

Free Outdoor Skating Rinks

2010-12-01T18:04:00.005-05:00

Skating at Nathan Phillips Square. Image Credit: John Vetterli

What: Free outdoor skating rinks.

When: Winter. Hours of operations vary. Check the links below for more information.

Where:

Natrel Rink at Harbourfront Centre (235 Queen's Quay West, Toronto, ON)

Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen St. West, Toronto, ON)

Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge St., Toronto, ON)

Barbara Ann Scott Skating Rink (Behind the courtyard at College Park, Yonge and College, Toronto, ON)

Shops at Don Mills Ice Skating Rink (1090 Don Mills Rd., Toronto, ON)

For more info (and more skating rinks):

City Rinks Toronto - the Unofficial guide to Skating Rinks in the City

City of Toronto Parks and Recreation - the Official Guide to Municipal Skating Rinks

The Big Kiss

2010-11-29T22:17:00.005-05:00

The Big Kiss. Image Credit: Newmindspace.

What: Newmindspace and Virgin Mobile will be putting up the biggest mistletoe ever created for a massive, simultaneous kiss beneath the mistletoe at Yonge and Dundas Square. Bring your significant other or anyone or anything you want and join in on the fun. For each kiss, Virgin Mobile will donate $5 to WWF Canada.

When: Mistletoe is unveiled at 4:30pm on Thursday Dec. 2, 2010. The big kiss starts at 6:30pm sharp.

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (SE Corner of Yonge and Dundas, Toronto, ON)

For more info:

Newmindspace

Virgin Mobile

Balconies, Rah Rah, Dinosaur Bones, Monster Truck @ Horseshoe Tavern

2010-11-08T19:34:00.003-05:00

Image: Dinosaur Bones Official Press Photo.

Who:

The Balconies

Rah Rah

Dinosaur Bones

Monster Truck

What: NMN 17th Anniversary Party at the Edge 102.1 Dave Bookman's Nu Music Nite at the Horseshoe Tavern. No cover.

When:

Tuesday, Nov. 9, 2010:
The Balconies - 9pm
Rah Rah - 10pm
Dinosaur Bones - 11pm
Monster Truck - midnight

Where: Horseshoe Tavern (370 Queen St. W., Toronto, ON)

For more info:

Horseshoe Tavern

Florence and the Machine

2010-11-02T23:57:00.003-04:00

Image: Florence and the Machine Official Press Shot.

Who: Florence and the Machine

What: Florence Welch and her backing band, the Machine will be performing live at the 102.1 the Edge's new Studios at Dockside Dr.

When: Wednesday, Nov. 3, 2010. 7pm.

Where: New 102.1 the Edge Studios (25 Dockside Drive, Toronto, ON)

For more info:

Live at the Edge Listings

Florence and the Machine

Santa Claus Parade 2010

2010-11-02T13:45:00.005-04:00

Image: Plan your visit to the Santa Claus Parade. Source: Official Site of the Toronto Santa Claus Parade.

Who: Santa Claus

What: Annual Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, ON.

When: Sunday Nov. 21, 2010 starting at 12:45pm

Where: Starts at Christie Pits Park and ends at the St. Lawrence Market, Toronto, ON.

For more info:

Official Site of the Toronto Santa Claus Parade

Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World

2010-11-01T22:41:00.002-04:00

Image: Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World Official Movie Poster.

What: Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World.

Edgar Wright, creator Bryan Lee O’Malley, and Knives Chau herself, Ellen Wong, will be at HMV Yonge Street (333 Yonge St., Toronto, ON) for an in-store signing, pre-celebrating the Blu Ray DVD release of Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World. Fans can pre-order a copy of the disc, meet and greet those who worked on the film and get something signed, starting at 12:30pm on Friday, Nov. 5, 2010.

There will also bee a free screening of the movie at 7pm at the Bloor Cinema (506 Bloor St W., Toronto, ON) followed by a Q & A with Wright, O’Malley, Wong, and special guest moderator Don McKellar. There will also be a screening of the 'making of'' documentary which will be on the disc.

When and Where:

Signing:
Friday November 5, 2010. 12:30 at Yonge Street HMV (333 Yonge St., Toronto, ON).

Screening:
Friday, November 5th, 2010. 7pm at the Bloor Cinema (506 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON).

For more info:

HMV

Blo or Cinema

Scott Pilgrim Vs. The World on Facebook

Forest City Lovers at Criminal Records

2010-11-01T22:33:00.003-04:00

Image: Forest City Lovers Official Press Photo.

Who: Forest City Lovers

What: Toronto folk indie pop band play a free in-store set at Criminal Records.

When: Thursday, Nov. 4, 2010. 6pm.

Where: Criminal Records (493 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON, M5V 2B4)

For more info:

Criminal Records

Forest City Lovers

Phoenix Live at the New Edge Studios

2010-10-21T15:54:00.003-04:00

Image: Phoenix Press Shot

Who: Phoenix

What: French band Phoenix will be co-hosting with Fearless Fred and participating in a live online EdgeChat on edge.ca!

When: Friday, October 22, 2010. 5pm.

Where: The New Edge 102.1 Studios (25 Dockside Dr., Toronto, ON)

For more info:

102.1 The Edge - Live at the Edge

Phoenix

Drums at Soundscapes

2010-10-16T16:44:00.004-04:00

Image Credit: The Drums Official Press Photo.

Who: The Drums

What: Free instore performance at Soundscapes.

When: Saturday, October 16, 2010. 7pm.

Where: Soundscapes (572 College Street, Toronto, ON M6G 1B3)

For more info:

Soundscapes

The Drums

Diamond Rings @ Toronto Public Library

2010-10-04T19:45:00.002-04:00

Image: Diamond Rings Official Press Photo

Who: Diamond Rings

What:

Free acoustic performance at the Toronto Public Libary (Parkdale Branch) as part of the Unplugged! a Make Some Noise Concert series. Free and all ages.

When: Friday, October 8, 2010. 8pm.

Where: Toronto Public Library Parkdale Branch (1303 Queen St. W., Toronto, ON)

For more info:

Toronto Public Library: Diamond Rings

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Scotiabank Nuit Blanche 2010

2010-09-24T09:46:00.001-04:00

Image Credit: Scotiabank Nuit Blanche

What:

Toronto's Fifth Annual Scotiabank Nuit Blanche. It's an overnight (sunset to sunrise) celebration of contemporary art in galleries, museums and unexpected places. There will be more than 130 destinations all over the city, from alleyways to heritage buildings, to discover great art and city culture.

When: Saturday, October 2, 2010 at 6pm to Sunday, October 3, 2010 at 6am.

Where: Various locations in Toronto, ON.

For more info:

Scotiabank Nuit Blanche

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Word on the Street Festival 2010

2010-09-23T09:39:00.003-04:00

What:

The annual Word on the Street festival celebrates literacy and the written word in cities all over Canada. Toronto's will have author events, presentations, workshops and a great selection of books and magazines for sale. It's Canada's largest book and magazine festival and the events are free.

When: Sunday, September 26, 2010. 11am-6pm.

Where: Queens Park, Toronto, ON

For more info:

Word on the Street

For more free listings: GetFreeToronto Calendar

CBC Culture Days

2010-09-23T08:57:00.003-04:00

What: CBC Kicks off Culture Days with a lineup of broadcasts, live events, music and celebrity meet and greets. This event celebrates the art of broadcasting and Culture Days, the largest collective art and cultural public participation campaign in Canada. Stars of Dragon's Den, the Tudors, Being Erica, Heartland, All for One with Debbie Travis, Metro Morning, Steven & Chris, the Current, The National, Hockey Night in Canada and Battle of the Blades will be taking part in this event.

When: Thursday, September 23, 2010. 9am-9pm.

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (SE Corner of Yonge and Dundas St., Toronto, ON)

Schedule:

9:00 am	Q with Jian Ghomeshi LIVE! With guests Mark Critch (22 Minutes), Erin Karpluk (Being Erica), Robert Herjavec (Dragons' Den), City and Colour (Dallas Green) and Zeus
10:30 am	Behind the Scenes with CBC Stars A Q&A with Matt Galloway, Jian Ghomeshi, Anna-Maria Tremonti, Bob Mackowycz, Peter Armstrong and Anne-Marie Mediwake.
11:15 am	Meet the Stars of CBC Radio Matt Galloway, Jian Ghomeshi, Anna-Maria Tremonti, Eleanor Wachtel, Craig Norris, Nora Young, Bob Mackowycz and more!
Noon	Steven and Chris LIVE! with Debbie Travis, Kari Osmond, Joe Mimran (Joe Fresh) and cast members from Battle of the Blades
1:30 pm	Meet Steven and Chris
1:30 pm	Culture Days presents Play Fighting: A Stage Combat Demo Sponsored by the Stratford Shakespeare Festival
2:00 pm	Kids' CBC LIVE! with Patty & Sid, Mamma Yamma and live performances from Great Lake Swimmers and Jason Collett with Zeus
3:00 pm	Meet the Stars of Kids' CBC
3:00 pm	Here & Now LIVE! with special guests Cirque du Soleil, Aline Morales, Masia One, Café Con Pan and others
3:00 pm	Meet the Stars of CBC News Wendy Mesley, Heather Hiscox, Dianne Buckner, Tom Harrington, Suhana Meharchand, Anne-Marie Mediwake and more.
5:00 pm	Meet the Stars of CBC Television The casts of Being Erica, The Tudors, Heartland, 22 Minutes, Men With Brooms, Dragons' Den, Debbie Travis, Ron James and Battle of the Blades!
7:30 pm	CBC LIVE! A Music Event hosted by Jian Ghomeshi, Bob Mackowycz and George Stroumboulopoulos. Featuring Great Lake Swimmers, Bedouin Soundclash and Sloan.

For more info:

CBC Culture Days

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Charlatans at Sunrise Records

2010-09-14T12:48:00.004-04:00

Image: Charlatans official press photo

Who:

the Charlatans

What:

Free acoustic instore session at Yonge St. Sunrise Records.

When: Friday, September 17, 2010. 7pm. (Note: Cancelled due to injury)

Where: Sunrise Records (336 Yonge St., Toronto, ON)

For more info:

Sunrise Records

Charlatans Official Site

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26th Annual Vegetarian Food Fair

2010-09-10T20:24:00.005-04:00

Image: Harbourfront 26th Annual Vegetarian Food Fair Poster

What:

The largest Vegetarian Food Fair in North American takes place this weekend with a huge variety of vegetarian cuisine. There will be new products and ideas from more than 100 exhibitors as well as demos, presentations and music. Free.

When:Friday, September 10, 2010: 4:00pm - 9:00pm

Saturday, September 11, 2010: 12:00pm

Sunday, September 12, 2010: 12:00pm -7:00pm

Where: Harbourfront Centre (235 Queens Quay West, Toronto, ON).

For more info:

Harbourfront Centre What's On Today: 26th Annual Vegetarian Food Festival

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September Festival in the Square

2010-09-10T20:11:00.003-04:00

Image: Matt Dusk Official Press Photo

What: The Shops at Don Mills invites you to another weekend long celebration of shopping, dining and entertainment with "Festival in the Square." Includes musical performances and family activities. Free.

Performances:

Friday Sept. 10, 2010:

Melanie Doane: 7:15 pm

Jim Cuddy: 8:30pm

Saturday, September 11, 2010:

Keshia Chante: 2:30pm

Stereos: 3:3opm

Bob Clegg Jazz Octet Featuring June Garber: 5:30pm

Matt Dusk: 8:30pm

Sunday, September 12, 2010:

Bob DeAngelis: 1pm

Mark Masri: 2:30pm

Stephan Moccio & Friend: 3:30pm

When: Friday, September 10, 2010 to Sunday, September 12, 2010.

Where: The Shops at Don Mills (1090 Don Mills Road, Toronto, ON M3C 3R6)

For more info:

Shops at Don Mills Festival in the Square

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Sadies, Karkwa and Radio Radio at TIFF

2010-09-10T19:40:00.004-04:00

Image Credit: Amanda Schenk

Who:

the Sadies

Karkwa

Radio Radio

What:

Toronto International Film Festival and Polaris Music Prize organizers combined forces to have short list nominees the Sadies, Karkwa and Radio Radio play a free show to celebrate the opening of the TIFF Bell Lightbox.

When: Sunday September 12, 2010. Show starts at 11:30pm.

Where: TIFF Bell Lightbox (Intersection of King and John St., Toronto, ON)

For more info:

Toronto International Film Festival

Polaris Music Prize

Exclaim Magazine News

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Winter Gloves @ Kops Records

2010-09-02T14:20:00.006-04:00

Image: Winter Gloves Official Press Photo

Who: Winter Gloves

What: Free instore session at Kops Records.

When: Tuesday, September 7, 2010. 5:30pm.

Where: Kops Records (229 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON, M5V1Z4)

For more info:

Winter Gloves

Winter Gloves at Kops Records Facebook Event Page

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Italian Job Double Feature

2010-08-27T19:40:00.001-04:00

What & When:

Movie:

Italian Job (1969)
Tuesday August 31, 2010. 6:30pm - 8:10pm.

Italian Job (2003)
Tuesday August 31, 2010. 9pm - 10:45pm.

Part of Yonge and Dundas Square`s free annual outdoor screenings.

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (20 Dundas St. W., Toronto, ON, M5G 2C2)

For more info:

Yonge and Dundas Square Upcoming Safecracker Films

For more free listings: Getfreetoronto Calendar

Lexus Live at the Distillery

2010-08-25T22:05:00.005-04:00

Image: Midway State Official Press Photo

Who:

The Stills

Lily Frost

Midway State

Paper Lions

What: Lexus Live at the Distillery, an event featuring Canadian bands at Toronto’s Distillery District, presented by Lexus. Free.

This event marks the worldwide debut of the Lexus CT 200h Tour and features the Stills, Lily Frost, Paper Lions and the Midway State. Great bands and a car show, what more could you ask for?

Where: Distillery District, 55 Mill St, Toronto, ON

When: Friday, August 27 to Sunday, August 29, 2010.

Schedule:

Friday, August 27, 2010:
12pm - CT Display opens
7pm - The Stills performance
10pm - CT Display closes

Saturday, August 28, 2010:
10am - CT Display opens
12pm - Lily Frost performance
1pm - Virgin Radio Remote begins (until 5pm)
5pm - The Midway State performance
10pm - CT Display closes

Sunday, August 29, 2010:
10am - CT Display opens
11am - CHUM Radio Remote begins (until 3pm)
3pm - Paper Lions performance
6pm - CT Display closes

For more info:

BlogTO Coverage

Now Toronto

Lexus

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TIFF Celebrates Its 35th Anniversary With Free Public Screenings

2010-08-25T21:14:00.004-04:00

Image Credit: Kuwabara Payne McKenna Blumberg Architects

What: A series of free public film screenings in celebration of the Toronto International Film Festival's 35th Anniversary. All screenings are to take place at the TIFF Bell Lightbox, a new hub for cinematic activity in Toronto.

Movies and Schedule:

Outrageous!, Director: Richard Benner
Tuesday, September 14, 2010: 7pm

American Beauty, Director: Sam Mendes
Wednesday, September 15, 2010: 5:30 pm

Roadkill, Director: Bruce McDonald
Thursday, September 16, 2010: 10 pm

Water, Director: Deepa Mehta
Friday, September 17, 2010: 10 pm

Away From Her, Director: Sarah Polley
Saturday, September 18, 2010: 7 pm

Crash, Director: Paul Haggis
Saturday, September 18, 2010: 9 pm

The Big Chill, Director: Lawrence Kasdan
Sunday, September 19, 2010: 7 pm

The Princess Bride, Director: Rob Reiner
Sunday, September 19, 2010: 10 pm

Where: TIFF Bell Lightbox (Reitman Square on the north-west corner of King and John Streets, Toronto, ON)

For more info:

TIFF Celebrates 35th Anniversary with Free Public Screening Series Press Release

Toronto International Film Festival (TIFF)

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Lou Barlow @ Criminal Records

2010-08-25T18:21:00.004-04:00

Lou Barlow Holding Back the Year Album Cover

Who: Lou Barlow (of Sebadoh, Dinosaur Jr and Folk Implosion).

What: Free instore session at Criminal Records.

When: Saturday, August 28, 2010. 7pm.

Where: Criminal Records (493 Queen Street West Toronto, Ontario M5V 2B4)

For more info:

Criminal Records Official Site

Lou Barlow Official Site

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Live Green Toronto Festival

2010-08-25T18:10:00.004-04:00

Image Credit: City of Toronto Live Green Toronto Festival Logo

What: The Live Green Toronto Festival: Toronto’s annual celebration of all things green, with more than 100 exhibitors of green products and services, kidzone, food and live music. Free.

When:
Saturday August 28, 2010: 11 am - 9 pm
Sunday August 29, 2010: 11 am - 5 pm

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (SE Corner of Yonge and Dundas, Toronto, ON)

Performers:

Saturday, August 28, 2010:
12:00 pm Alexz Johnson
12:45 pm Alex Lacasse
1:30 pm Street Pharmacy
2:15 pm iSH
3:00 pm The Johnstones
4:00 pm Justin Rutledge
5:00 pm Alan Frew (from Glass Tiger)
6:00 pm Scratch, Skratch, Scratch
7:00 pm Divine Brown
8:00 pm Colin James
9:00 pm Cape Farewell’s Burning Ice: Art & Climate Change Film

Sunday August 29

11:00 am Bees Knees
11:45 am H2Orchestra
12:30 pm Samba Kidz
1:15 pm Chris McKhool
2:00 pm Digging Roots
3:00 pm These Kids Wear Crowns
4:00 pm Steven Page

For more info:

The Live Green Toronto Festival

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Scotiabank Buskerfest

2010-08-25T18:00:00.005-04:00

Image Credit: Official Scotiabank Buskerfest 2010 Poster

What: Scotiabank Buskerfest 2010. The 11th annual showcase for street performers and the largest festival of its kind in North America. Free. Busking donations may be make in support of Epilepsy Toronto.

When: Friday, August 27, 2010 - Sunday, August 29, 2010.

Where: St. Lawrence Market Neighbourhood (Front Street between Jarvis and Scott Street on Thursday, including Market Lane, Church St and Berczy Park and then all the way to Yonge Street as of Friday).

For more info:

Scotiabank Buskerfest in Support of Epilepsy Toronto

Scotiabank Buskerfest in Support of Epilepsy Toronto List of Performers

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Disturbed, Brandon Flowers, Dallas Green at the Edge

2010-08-24T16:29:00.004-04:00

Image Credit: Dallas Green Official Press Photo

Who:

Disturbed

Brandon Flowers

Dallas Green

What: Disturbed, Brandon Flowers and Dallas Green will be co-hosting 102.1 Edge programming at the streetlevel Edgefront Studios.

When:

Wednesday, August 25, 2010.

Disturbed with be co-hosting with Edge DJ Josie Dye at 1pm.

Brandon Flowers will be co-hosting with Edge DJ Fearless Fred at 2pm.

Dallas Green will be co-hosting with Edge DJ Bookie at 7pm.

Where: 102.1 the Edge Storefront Studios (228 Yonge St, Toronto, ON)

For more info: 102.1 the Edge - Live at the Edge

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Bank Job

2010-08-19T19:37:00.000-04:00

What:

Movie: Bank Job (2008)

Part of Yonge and Dundas Square`s free annual outdoor screenings.

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (20 Dundas St. W., Toronto, ON, M5G 2C2)

When: Tuesday August 24, 2010. 8:30pm - 10:21pm.

For more info:

Yonge and Dundas Square Upcoming Safecracker Films

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Queen West Musicfest

2010-08-19T12:32:00.004-04:00

Image Credit: The Junction Official Press Photo

Who:

The Trews

Chris Caddell and the Wreckage

The Junction

Lazy Bones

Grand Analog

Maestro Fresh Wes

Stereokid

What: Queen West Musicfest at the Trinity Bellwoods Park. Celebrating Toronto indie rock. Free!

When: Saturday, August 21, 2010. Starts at 1pm.

Where: Trinity Bellwoods Park (790 Queen Street West, Toronto, Ontario M5H 2N2)

For more info: Queen West Musicfest

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Inside Man

2010-08-13T19:35:00.000-04:00

What:

Movie: Inside Man (2006)

Part of Yonge and Dundas Square`s free annual outdoor screenings.

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (20 Dundas St. W., Toronto, ON, M5G 2C2)

When: Tuesday August, 17, 2010. 8:30pm - 10:40pm.

For more info:

Yonge and Dundas Square Upcoming Safecracker Films

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How to Train Your Dragon

2010-08-13T14:50:00.004-04:00

Image Credit: Paramount Pictures

What:

Free outdoor movie: How to Train Your Dragon (2010). Free.

Where: Shops at Don Mills (1090 Don Mills Road, Toronto, ON, M3C 3R6)

When: Saturday, August 14, 2010 at dusk (approx 9pm).

For more info: Shops at Don Mills (Movies Under the Stars)

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Harbourfront Hot and Spicy Food Festival 2010

2010-08-13T14:43:00.004-04:00

Image Credit: Harbourfront Centre

What: the Weekend long Hot and Spicy Food Festival celebrating the hot, spicy, sultry and sweet culinary treats. Free.

When: Friday, August 13, 2010 - Sunday, August 15, 2010.

Where: Harbourfront Centre (235 Queens Quay West, Toronto, Ontario, Canada M5J 2G8)

For more info: Harbourfront Hot and Spicy Food Festival Mainpage

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Hawksley Workman @ Chapters

2010-08-10T12:32:00.005-04:00

Who: Hawksley Workman

What: In-store performance and CD signing in celebration of the release of Hawksley Workman's new album, Milk (released today, Aug. 10). Admission for the in-store performance is FREE, proof of purchase is required from any Indigo, Chapters or Coles for the CD signing.

Where: Chapters at John and Richmond. (142 John Street)

When: Friday August 13th, 2010. 7 PM.

Fore more information:

Hawksley Workman official page

http://hawksleyworkman.com/2010/

Hawksley Workman on MySpace

http://www.myspace.com/hawksleyworkman

Chapters' Event Page:

http://www.chapters.indigo.ca/store-events/events_main-giz.html

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Star Trek @ Downsview Park

2010-08-05T10:44:00.000-04:00

Image Credit: Paramount Pictures

What:

Movie: Star Trek (2009)

Part of Movies Under the Stars at Downsview Park.

Where: Downsview Park (Raised parking lot off Carl Hall Road, just east of John Drury Drive, Toronto, ON)

When: Fri, August 6, 2010: 9:00pm – 10:30pm

For more info: Downsview Park Movies Under the Stars

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Pilaros Taste of the Danforth

2010-08-05T10:23:00.000-04:00

Image Credit: Pilaros Taste of the Danforth

What: 17th Annual Greektown Taste of the Danforth Festival, sponsored by Pilaros. It's one of Toronto's biggest summer festivals, showcasing Hellenic food, culture and music, and includes everything from souvlaki to mezes, authentic Greek music and interactive children's games.

When:
Friday, August 6, 2010: 6pm-12am
Saturday, August 7, 2010: 12pm-12am
Sunday, August 8, 2010: 12pm-8pm

Where: Danforth Avenue, Toronto, ON

For more info: Taste of the Danforth Official Site

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ROM Extended Summer Hours

2010-08-04T09:41:00.004-04:00

Image Credit: Wikipedia

Who: Royal Ontario Museum

What:

The Royal Ontario Museum is among the world’s leading museums of natural history, and of world cultures. Indeed, in combining a universal museum of cultures with that of natural history, the ROM offers an unusual breadth of experience to visitors and scholars from around the world.

When: From July 28 – September 1, 2010, the Royal Ontario Museum is extending it’s free admission hours on Wednesdays to 3-5:30pm, an hour earlier than normal. After September 1, it is back to regular hours (every Wednesday from 4:30 pm to 5:30 pm). Note this does not include special visiting exhibits.

Where: 100 Queen’s Park, Toronto, ON, M5S 2C6

For more info: Royal Ontario Museum Official Site

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Hollerado, The Darcys and Clothes Make the Man @ the Boat

2010-08-03T19:52:00.004-04:00

Who: Hollerado, The Darcys and Clothes Make the Man

What: Free concert presented by The Untold City.

Where: The Boat in Kensington Market, 158 Augusta Avenue. 19+

When: Thursday August 5th, 2010.

Doors at 9 PM

Clothes Make the Man at 10 PM

The Darcys at 11 PM

Hollerado at 12 AM

For More Information:

Facebook Event Page

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=141411002551586&index=1

Hollerado on MySpace

http://www.myspace.com/hollerado

The Darcys on MySpace

http://www.myspace.com/itsthedarcys

Clothes Make the Man on MySpace

http://www.myspace.com/clothesmaketheman

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Catch Me If You Can

2010-08-03T19:33:00.000-04:00

What:

Movie: Catch Me If You Can (2002)

Part of Yonge and Dundas Square`s free annual outdoor screenings.

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (20 Dundas St. W., Toronto, ON, M5G 2C2)

When: Tuesday August 10, 2010. 8:30pm - 11pm.

For more info:

Yonge and Dundas Square Upcoming Safecracker Films

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Metric @ Union Square Plaza

2010-08-03T19:15:00.011-04:00

Who: Metric

What: Free impromptu street concert as part of Samsung Mobile's celebrations for the launch of its Galaxy S smartphone.

When: Wednesday, August 4th @ 7pm.

Where: Union Square Plaza near Union Station, located at 65 Front St. W. (outside the VIA station).

For more info: Samsung Newsroom, ChartAttack.com

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Ocean`s 11 Double Feature

2010-07-31T19:30:00.000-04:00

What & Where:

Movie:

Ocean`s Eleven (1960)
Tuesday August 3, 2010. 6:30pm - 8:40pm.

Ocean`s Eleven (2001)
Tuesday August 3, 2010. 9pm - 11pm.

Part of Yonge and Dundas Square`s free annual outdoor screenings.

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (20 Dundas St. W., Toronto, ON, M5G 2C2)

For more info:

Yonge and Dundas Square Upcoming Safecracker Films

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Thomas Crown Affair Double Feature

2010-07-23T19:26:00.000-04:00

What & When:

Movie:

Thomas Crown Affair (1968)
Tuesday July 27, 2010 (6:300m - 8:15pm)

Thomas Crown Affair (1999)
Tuesday July 27, 2010 (9pm - 11pm)

Part of Yonge and Dundas Square`s free annual outdoor screenings.

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (20 Dundas St. W., Toronto, ON, M5G 2C2)

For more info:

Yonge and Dundas Square Upcoming Safecracker Films

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Library Voices @ Harbourfront Centre

2010-07-22T23:31:00.005-04:00

Image Credit: Library Voices Official Press Photo

Who: Library Voices

What: Free set on the Sirius Stage at the Harbourfront Centre as part of the Love, Saskatchewan Festival, which celebrates the arts and culture of the prairie province.

When: Love, Saskatchewan Festival runs from Friday, July 23, 2010 to Sunday July 25, 2010. Library Voices are on from 4:30-5:30pm.

Where: Harbourfront Centre Sirius Stage (235 Queens Quay, Toronto, ON)

For more info:

Love, Saskatchewan Festival at the Harbourfront Centre

Library Voices

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Apollo Ghosts @ Criminal Records

2010-07-18T11:02:00.001-04:00

Image Credit: Apollo Ghosts

Who: Apollo Ghosts

What: Free instore performance.

When: July 27th, 201o. 7 PM

Where: Criminal Records (493 Queen St. West, Toronto, ON)

For more info:

Criminal Records

Apollo Ghosts Myspace

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Supersize Me

2010-07-17T10:50:00.002-04:00

Image Credit: Sanuel Goldwyn Films

What: Supersize Me. Part of Longo's Free Flicks summertime free outdoor film series on Wednesday nights at the Harbourfront Centre. This year, food used as a thematic device for the series. Supersize Me is about director Morgan Spurlock's personal challenge to eat only McDonald's for an entire month.

When: Wed, July 21, 2010: 9:00pm – 10:30pm.

Where: Sirius Stage, Harbourfront Centre (235 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON).

For more info:

Longo's Free Flicks: Supersize Me

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Expressions of Brazil Festival

2010-07-17T10:36:00.003-04:00

Image Credit: Harbourfront Centre

What: Expressions of Brazil Festival at the Harbourfront Centre celebrates the diversity of the Brazilian culture through film, music and various free events for adults and kids.

When: Friday July 16-Sunday July 18, 2010.

Where: Harbourfront Centre (235 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON)

For more info and full schedule:

Expressions of Brazil Festival Official Site: Event Schedule

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Caribana Launch Party at Yonge and Dundas Square

2010-07-11T21:27:00.004-04:00

Image Credit: Scotiabank Caribana 2010 Logo

What: Official Launch of Caribana. This event kicks off the annual three weeks of colourful and exuberant multi-media arts from Toronto's Caribbean Carnival Arts community.

When: Thursday, July 15, 2010. Noon-2pm.

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (SE Corner of Yonge and Dundas, Toronto, ON)

For more info:

Caribana

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Beaches International Jazz Festival

2010-07-11T11:11:00.003-04:00

Image Credit: Beaches International Jazz Festival 2010

What:

Beaches International Jazz Festival

Where and When:

Kick Off Celebrations (July 16-18, 2010): Lakeside at Woodbine Park (Lake Shore and Coxwell) and at Yonge and Dundas Square (20 Dundas St. W., Toronto, ON, M5G 2C2).

Street Festival (July 22-24, 2010: 7pm-11pm): 50 Jazz bands entertain along a 2km street of Queen St. E. for a street festival.

Kew Gardens (July 24-25, 2010: 11:30am-6:30pm): Free concerts featuring notable Torontonian jazz headliners on the main stage.

For more info:

Beaches International Jazz Festival

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A Fish Called Wanda

2010-07-10T18:45:00.000-04:00

What:

Movie: A Fish Called Wanda (1988)

Part of Yonge and Dundas Square`s free annual outdoor screenings.

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (20 Dundas St. W., Toronto, ON, M5G 2C2)

When: Thursday July 15, 2010. 8:30pm-10:20pm.

For more info:

Yonge and Dundas Square Upcoming Safecracker Films

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Stars at Queen West HMV

2010-07-07T21:58:00.001-04:00

Image Credit: The Stars Official Press Photo

Who: The Stars

What: The Stars will perform at the 272 Queen St. West, Toronto HMV location to promote their new album, The Five Ghosts. Autograph session following the performance.

When: Sat, July 24, 2010, 6:30pm – 7:30pm

Where: HMV (272 Queen St. West, Toronto, ON)

For more info:

The Stars Myspace

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Toronto Outdoor Art Expo 2010

2010-07-06T21:36:00.000-04:00

Image Credit: Toronto Outdoor Art Expo

What: Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibition is Canada's largest outdoor art expo. Features works by hundreds of artists, both established and undiscovered, as well as artist workshops, speaker series and walking tours. Free.

When:
Friday, July 9, 2010 (10:30am-7:30pm)
Saturday, July 10, 2010 (10:30am-7:30pm)
Sunday, July 11, 2010 (10:30am-7:30pm)

Where: Nathan Phillips Square (100 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON)

For more info:

Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibition

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Rock the Coliseum

2010-07-05T21:09:00.007-04:00

The Balconies. Image Credit: Alex Cairncross

Who:

The Junction
Songs From a Room
Arietta
The Balconies
Corduroy
Make Your Exit
The Archives
Sandman Viper Command
Dinosaur Bones
Sights and Sounds
Metz
Dance Electric
Co-Pilot
Kosmograd
Monster Truck
Beautiful Nothing
Gentlemen Husbands
Gang of Coyotes
Kick the Door Down Jackie

What: Rock the Coliseum, Mississauga's free all ages music and art festival. Part of Mosiac 2010.

When: Friday, July 9, 2010 and Saturday, July 10, 2010.

Where: The Living Arts Centre - Youth Stage (4141 Living Arts Centre Dr., Mississauga, ON)

For more info:

Telus Mosiac Festival 2010

Rock the Coliseum

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FIFA on the Big Screen

2010-07-05T20:21:00.004-04:00

Image Credit: 2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa

What:

2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa Semifinals and Finals on a big screen movie screen at Revue Cinema. Free admission!

Where: Revue Cinema (400 Roncesvalles Avenue, Toronto, ON)

When:

Tuesday, July 6, 2010, 2:30pm: Semifinals (Uruguay vs. Netherlands)
Wedneday, July 7, 2010, 2:30pm: Semifinals (Germany vs. Spain)
Sunday, July 11, 2010, 2:00pm: Finals

For more info:

Revue Cinema Now Playing

2010 FIFA World Cup South Africa

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Hot Rock

2010-07-01T18:31:00.000-04:00

What:

Movie: Hot Rock (1972)

Part of Yonge and Dundas Square`s free annual outdoor screenings.

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (20 Dundas St. W., Toronto, ON, M5G 2C2)

When: Tuesday, July 6, 2010. 8:30pm-10:15pm.

For more info:

Yonge and Dundas Square Upcoming Safecracker Films

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Sarah Slean and the Sadies at Harbourfront Centre

2010-06-28T21:44:00.004-04:00

Image Credit: The Sadies Official Press Photo

Who: Sarah Slean and the Sadies

What: Free musical performances as part of Canada Day Festivities at Harbourfront Centre.

Image Credit: Official Sarah Slean Press Photo

Where: Sirius Stage, Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto, ON

When: Thursday July 1, 2010. Sarah Slean performs at 8pm, the Sadies perform at 9:30pm.

For more info:

Harbourfront Centre Canada Day Festivities

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Canada Day Fireworks

2010-06-28T19:54:00.005-04:00

Image Credit: City of Toronto

What: The sky with be lighting up with fireworks for Canada's 143rd birthday!

When: July 1, 2010 at dusk.

Where: Various locations across the GTA. The ones listed below are just some of the events free and open to the general public. Most municipalities will be running their own fireworks displays so check city or town websites for more information.

Amesbury Park (1507 Lawrence Park W., Toronto, ON)
Ashbridge's Bay (Lakeshore Boulevard East, east of Coxwell Ave, Toronto, ON)
Centennial Park (56 Centennial Park Rd, Toronto, ON)
Downsview Park (40 Carl Hall Road, Toronto, ON)
Green Park (1300 Elgin Mills Road East, Richmond Hill, ON)
Kinsmen Park (Sandy Beach Road: South of Bayly Street, east of Liverpool Road, Pickering, ON)
Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge St, Toronto, ON)
Milliken Park (Alton Towers Cr., Scarborough, ON)
Milne Park (Hwy 7 & McCowan Road, Markham, ON)
Mississauga Civic Centre (300 City Drive CTR, Mississauga, ON)
Powerade Centre (7575 Kennedy Road South, Brampton, ON)
Waterfront Heritage Park (East Street and Bronte Road, South of Ontario St, Bronte, Oakville, ON)

For more info: Check official sites and municipality websites for further details.

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Grand Opening Carlton Theatre

2010-06-28T18:43:00.006-04:00

Image Credit: Magic Lantern Theatres

Who: Magic Lantern Theatres / Carlton Cinema

What: Free movies for the Grand Opening of Carlton Cinemas! A donation of $2 per person will be gratefully accepted for the Toronto Star's Fresh Air Fund to help send underprivileged kids to summer camp.

Where: 20 Carlton St, Toronto, ON, M5B 2H5.

When: Wednesday June 30, 2010 and Thursday July 1, 2010.

For more info and movie schedule:

Carlton Cinema Free Movies Info Page.

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Canada Day At Harbourfront Centre

2010-06-25T20:47:00.008-04:00

Photo Credit: Harbourfront Centre

What: Celebrating Canada's 143th birthday with the art and culture that makes up so much of the Canadian identity. Free.

Where: Harbourfront Centre (235 Queens Quay W. Toronto, ON, Canada)

When: All day Thursday July 1, 2010.

Schedule of Events:

12pm: Mini-Kayak Obstacle Course for Kids.
12pm-8pm: Redpath Kids Crafts.
1pm-2pm: Canadian Citizens Swearing-In Ceremony.
1pm-1:30pm: Gypsy Melody.
1pm-6pm: Colour Me Canada.
1pm-6pm: Free Canoe Rides.
1pm-6pm: Canadian Games from Around the World
1:30pm-2:30pm: Local to Global: Canadian Films in the World
1:30pm-8:30pm: Hoop Toronto.
2pm-2:30pm Masaisai MuDare.
2pm: Mini-Kayak Obstacle Course for Kids.
2:30pm-3:30pm: Jim Galloway.
3:30pm-4:30pm: Global Turns Local – Mexican Chefs and Maple Syrup:
3:30pm-4:30pm: Global to Local: The World in Canadian Films featuring “Twelve.”
4pm-4:30pm: Diabolo Juggling featuring Véronique Provencher.
4pm-5pm: Ask a Farmer.
4:30pm: Christine Nesbitt, Olympian Gold Medal Winner.
5pm-6:30pm: Embargo Collective, presented by imagineNATIVE Film + Media Arts Festival.
5:30pm-6:30pm: Global Turns Local: Indian Street Food with a Canadian Slant:
6:30pm-7:30pm: Cheryl L’Hirondelle.
7:30pm-9:00pm: Jazz Mafia’s Brass, Bows & Beats Open Rehearsal.
8pm-9pm: Sarah Slean.
9:00pm: Diabolo Juggling featuring Véronique Provencher.
9:30pm-11pm:The Sadies.

For more info:

Harbourfront Centre Canada Day 2010

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Canaday Day 2010

2010-06-25T20:37:00.007-04:00

Source: Government of Canada

What: Canada's 143th birthday on July 1, 2010. Civic celebrations and parties will be happening all over the city!

When: All day Thursday July 1, 2010.

Where:

Harbourfront Centre Canada Day Festivities (235 Queens Quay W, Toronto, ON)

Multicultural Canada Day Festival at Yonge and Dundas Square (SE Intersection of Yonge and Dundas, Toronto, ON)

Canada Day at Queen's Park (on the south lawn of the Legislative Building (College St. at University Ave., Toronto, ON)

Canada Day at Downsview Park (40 Carl Hall Road, Toronto, ON)

Canada Day at Mel Lastman Square (5100 Yonge Street Toronto, ON)

For more info:

Harbourfront Centre Canada Day Festivities

Multicultural Canada Day Festival at Yonge and Dundas Square

Canada Day at Queen's Park

Canada Day at Downsview Park

Canada Day at Mel Lastman Square

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Taste of Asia Food Festival

2010-06-25T20:29:00.004-04:00

Image Credit: Culture Canada

Who: Taste of Asia

What: The 8th annual Taste of Asia Festival in Markham, ON, just right about the Toronto border. The outdoor street festival includes multicultural performances, pet show, noodle eating competition, car show, kids rides, health fair, basketball competition and over 150 food vendors.

Where: Kennedy Road north of Steeles Avenue and south of Clayton Road, Markham, ON, Canada.

When: Saturday June 26, 2010 to June 27, 2010.

For more info:

Culture Canada: Taste of Asia

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Longos Free Flicks at Harbourfront Centre

2010-06-20T22:55:00.006-04:00

Image Credit: Columbia Pictures

Who, What, When: Annual free movies under the Sirius Stage at the Harbourfront Centre. This year, Longos Free Flicks uses food as its thematic device.

Listings are as follows:

Wednesday July 7, 2010, 8:45pm: Julie and Julia
Wednesday July 14, 2010, 8:45pm: Eat Drink Man Woman
Wednesday July 21, 2010, 9pm: Supersize Me
Wednesday July 28, 2010, 9pm: In the Mood For Love
Wednesday August 4, 2010, 9pm: Waitress
Wednesday August 11, 2010: 8:45pm: Audience's Choice (Vote for either Chocolat, Willy Wonka and the Chocolate Factory or Charlie and the Chocolate Factory here)

Where: Sirius Stage at the Harbourfront Centre (235 Queens Quay W
Toronto, ON, Canada)

For more info: Longo's Free Flicks 2010

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UR Artist Network and Cool Planet Entertainment Showcase: NXNE

2010-06-17T08:14:00.005-04:00

Image Credit: UR Artist Network

Who:

Maddy Rodriguez

http://www.myspace.com/MaddyRodriguez

Jay Sparrow

http://www.myspace.com/JaySparrowPage

Street Pharmacy

http://www.myspace.com/StreetFarmacy

Robyn Dell'Unto

http://www.myspace.com/RobynDellUnto

Andrew Cole

http://www.AndrewCole.ca/

Crush Luther

http://www.myspace.com/CrushLuther

Organ Thieves

http://www.myspace.com/TheOrganThieves

The Love Machine

http://www.myspace.com/TheLoveMachine

DUBBS

http://www.myspace.com/DubbsLive

What: UR Artist Network and Cool Planet Entertainment present a night of free music for Toronto's North by Northeast Music Festival. This is a 19+ event.

Where: HOME Nightclub (formerly TONIC). 117 Peter St. (at Peter and Richmond) Toronto, ON.

When: TONIGHT, Thursday June 17, 2010. Doors at 6 PM.

For more info:

www.faccebook.com

www.nxne.com

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Live in Bellwoods: NXNE Picnic Sessions

2010-06-16T21:05:00.004-04:00

What: The MuseBox teamed up with Humber Empire to present free acoustic shows in Trinity-Bellwoods Park every afternoon from 2-5pm during NXNE (June 17-20, 2010).

Where: Trinity-Bellwoods Park, Toronto, ON, M6J 2V5

Who & When:

Check NXNE official site for comprehensive show listings. The confirmed shows for Trinity-Bellwoods Park is listed below:

Thursday June 17

• Smile Smile
• Tristen
• Final Flash
• Boats

Friday June 18

• Young Galaxy
• Make Your Exit
• Imaginary Cities
• Gramercy Riffs
• Balconies

Saturday June 19

• Sheepdogs
• Sandman Viper Command
• Savoir Adore
• Dinosaur Bones
• US Royalty

Sunday June 20 (co-presented by the Singing Lamb)

• Olympic Island
• the Peelies
• Allie Hughes
• the Elwins
• Ruby Coast

For more info:

NXNE Official Site

Humble Empire

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Bubble Battle Toronto

2010-06-16T20:55:00.002-04:00

Who: Bubble Battle Toronto 2010

What: The fifth annual bubble fight at Queen and University. Based on the Dr. Seuss Classic, the Butter Battle Book, millions of bubbles will fly through the air. Please bring your own bubble toys and bubble solution. Attendees will meet at the South African War Memorial, fill up the wands/bubble weapons and let the bubbles fly! Free and all ages.

Where: South African War Memorial, Queen's Park North (Northern Tip), Toronto, ON.

When: Saturday, July 3, 2010. 5pm rain or shine.

For more info:

New Mind Space

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Parks Day

2010-06-16T20:27:00.004-04:00

Who: Parks Canada

What: While not in Toronto per se, Parks Day is still worth mentioning. On July 17, 2010, Parks Canada will host an open-door event at all national parks, national historic sites, and national marine conservation areas.

In addition to your free admission, there will be activities, including special interpretation and recreational experiences.

Where: Various locations. See the official Parks Canada site for locations.

When: Saturday, July 17, 2010.

For more info:

Parks Canada Gates Open

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Movies at Metro Square

2010-06-16T19:57:00.005-04:00

Who, What, When: The Toronto Entertainment District and the Toronto International Film Festival are bringing you free movies every Wednesday at 9pm from June 30, 2010 to September 1, 2010.

Listings are as follows:

- Wed. June 30, 2010: Breakfast with Scot
- Wed. July 7, 2010: To Kill a Mockingbird
- Wed. July 14, 2010: Pee Wee's Big Adventure
- Wed. July 21, 2010: Canadian Shorts (the Translator, Unlocked, Vive La Rose, Big Girl) and Bravo! Fact 15th Anniversary Celebration Shorts (Cattle Call, Pointless Film, Aruba, Stone of Folly, Canadian Shield, Record, I Met the Walrus)
- Wed. July 28, 2010: Tkaronto
- Wed. August 4, 2010: Runaway/Lonely Boy/Ladies and Gentlemen.. Leonard Cohen
- Wed. August 11, 2010: Cairo Time
- Wed.August 18, 2010: the Heart of the World + Alice in Wonderland + Cops and Fatty at Coney Island + Rags (TBC)
- Wed.August 25, 2010: Dragon Hunters
- Wed. Sept. 1, 2010: Casablanca

Where: Metro Hall at Metro Hall (55 John St., Toronto, ON)

For more info and full schedule: Toronto Entertainment District BIA: Movies at Metro Square

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Downsview Park's Movies Under the Stars

2010-06-14T21:18:00.005-04:00

Who, What, When: Friday nights at 9pm at Downsview Park from July 2, 2010 to Sept. 1, 2010.

Listings are as follows:

Friday July 2, 2010, Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs
Friday July 9, 2010, Alvin and the Chipmunks: the Squeakquel
Friday July 16, 2010, Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian.
Friday July 23, 2010, Where the Wild Things Are
Friday July 30, 2010, Fantastic Mr. Fox
Friday August 6, 2010, Star Trek
Friday August 13, 2010, Shorts
Friday August 20, 2010 Planet 21
Friday August 27, 2010, Blind Side
Wednesday Sept. 1, 2010, Inkheart

Where: Downsview Park (Raised parking lot off Carl Hall Road, just east of John Drury Drive, Toronto, ON)

For more info: Downsview Park's Movies Under the Stars

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Macy Gray, Chaka Chan, the Lost Fingers

2010-06-13T21:47:00.003-04:00

Who: Macy Gray, Chaka Khan and the Lost Fingers

What: TD Toronto Jazz Festival is hosting a free Saturday night party at Yonge and Dundas Square with special performances by Chaka Chan, Macy Gray and the Lost Fingers. Free.

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (SE Corner of Yonge and Dundas, Toronto, ON)

When: Saturday, July 03, 2010. 6pm-11pm.

For more info:

Toronto Jazz Festival (runs June 25 to July 4, 2010).

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NXNE 2010

2010-06-08T23:34:00.005-04:00

What: North By NorthEast. Canada's largest music festival, featuring 7 days of music, film and interactive media.

Where:

NXNE performances happen at various venues all over the city June 14-20, 2010. Keep checking NXNE's official site for updates on free performances in-stores, at parks and at public spaces around the city. Some confirmed locations include:

Union Station – Yonge @ Bay St.
Metro Square – 55 John St. @ King St.
Bellevue Square Park – Kensington Market
Market Lane – Front and Jarvis (nr St Lawrence Mkt)
Matt Cohen Parkette – Bloor and Spadina
Harbour Parklands – Queens Quay Ferry Terminal
Holy Trinity Square – 10 Trinity Square
Yonge and Dundas Square - SE Corner of Yonge and Dundas
Pearson International Airport - Arrival Halls of Pearson's Terminals 1 & 3

Who & When:

Check official site for comprehensive list. The confirmed shows for Yonge and Dundas Square (SE Corner of Yonge and Dundas) are listed below:

Thursday June 17

•10:00 pm – X
•9:00 pm – Mudhoney
•8:00 pm – Brant Bjork & the Bros
•7:00 pm – The Icarus Line
•6:00 pm – Free Energy

Friday June 18

•9:30 pm – Sloan
•8:30 pm – k-os
•7:30 pm – Said the Whale

Saturday June 19

•9:30 pm – Iggy and the Stooges
•8:00 pm – The Raveonettes
•7:00 pm – Wavves
•6:00 pm – Surfer Blood
•5:00 pm – DD/MM/YYYY
•4:00 pm – The Soft Pack
•3:00 pm – Mini Mansions
•2:00 pm – De Staat
•1:00 pm – Queen Kwong
•12:00 pm – the Burning Boyz

Sunday June 20

•9:00 pm – De La Soul
•8:00 pm – Kid Sister
•7:00 pm – Phenomenal Handclap Band
•6:00 pm – Big Freedia
•5:00 pm – Chin Injeti
•4:00 pm – Spookey Ruben

For more info:

NXNE Official Site

Yonge and Dundas Square NXNE page

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Billy Talent

2010-06-07T22:11:00.004-04:00

Who: Billy Talent, KO and Noble Blood

What:
No cover show as part of 102.1 Dave Bookman's Nu Music Nites at the legendary Horseshoe Tavern. 19+

Where: Horseshoe Tavern (368 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON M5V2A2, Canada)

When: Tuesday June 8, 2010. Billy Talent @ 11:15pm, KO @ 10pm, Noble Blood @ 9pm.

For more info:

Horseshoe Tavern.

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Luminato 2010

2010-06-07T07:38:00.003-04:00

What:

Luminato. Toronto's Festival of Arts and Creativity. Including various free public events.

Where: Various locations in the city.

When: June 11-20, 2010.

For more info:

Luminato.

Luminato Free Events Page.

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Waterlife

2010-05-31T19:53:00.002-04:00

What:

Documentary: Waterlife (2009). Free Screening.

“Waterlife” follows the Great Lakes from Lake Superior to the Atlantic Ocean telling the story of the last huge supply of fresh water on earth. “Waterlife” shows us the beauty of water and the dangers of what happens when we take it for granted.

The FREE screening will be followed by a panel discussion with Tony Maas, Director of the Freshwater Program at WWF-Canada; Dr. Romila Verma, CIELAP Research Associate, Watershed Management and Climate Change; and Hilary Van Welter, Director of Social Innovation, Windfall Ecology Centre.

Where: National Film Board Mediatheque (150 John St., Toronto, ON)

When: Tuesday June 1, 2010. 7pm.

For more info:

Waterlife

National Film Board Mediatheque

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Out of Sight

2010-05-31T18:48:00.000-04:00

What:

Movie: Out of Sight (1998)

Part of Yonge and Dundas Square`s free annual outdoor screenings.

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (20 Dundas St. W., Toronto, ON, M5G 2C2)

When: Tuesday July 20, 2010. 8:30pm - 10: 40pm.

For more info:

Yonge and Dundas Square Upcoming Safecracker Films

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Born Ruffians

2010-05-27T18:50:00.004-04:00

Who: Born Ruffians

What: In-store performance. Free.

Where: Sonic Boom (512 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON M5S1Y3)

When: Saturday, May 29, 2010. 3pm.

For more info:

Sonic Boom Official Site.

Born Ruffians Official Site.

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Free Energy

2010-05-21T21:37:00.000-04:00

Who: Free Energy

What: Philadephia's Free Energy will make you clap your hands and sing along to their exuberantly sunny pop rock. They'll be will be one of the acts to grace the Yonge and Dundas stage for NXNE 2010 festivities. There will be headline concerts, daytime entertainment and a music marketplace of sorts.

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (2 Carlton Street, Toronto, ON M5B 1J3)

When: Free Energy will play 6m on Thursday June 17, 2010. There will be other free acts all festival long (June 14-20, 2010).

For more info:

NXNE Official Site

Free Energy Official Site

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Doors Open Toronto

2010-05-20T20:10:00.002-04:00

What: Doors Open Toronto. An annual event where 150 architectural, historic and culturally significant buildings are open to the general public. Admission is free and buildings include Canada's National Ballet School, the Ontario Legislative Building, the Tollkeeper's Cottage and the Green Roof at City Hall.

When: Various locations across the city. See here for a list of participating buildings.

Where: Saturday, May 29 and Sunday, May 30, 2010. Check the list of participating buildings and times here.

For more info: Doors Open Toronto

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MMVA Wristbands

2010-05-19T21:09:00.004-04:00

Photo Credit: MuchMusic.com

Who: MuchMusic (the Nation's Music Station)

What: Annual MuchMusic Video Awards 2010 Edition Wristband giveaway. This year's host is Miley Cyrus.

When: Award Show is Sunday, June 20 at 9 p.m. The Free wristband giveaway starts at 8 a.m. on Saturday, June 12.

Where: Both the tickets and show will take place at MuchMusic headquarters (299 Queen St. West, Toronto, ON). If one cannot get tickets, there will be ample space outdoors to catch a glimpse of the show on Queen St.

Notes:

1. One must be 14 years old to get a wristband.
2. Photo IDs must be show to receive wristbands (ie. school photo ID with your birth certificate, license, photo health card, TTC card or passport). Birth certificates must be show if school ID/TTC card is used as ID.
3. Limit one wristband per person. If you get a wristband, it will put on and kept on until the MMVAs on June 20, 2010.
4. Please bring a non-perishable food item for the Daily Food Bank.

Let the high pitched screaming begin!

For more info: MuchMusic.com

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Safecracker Films at Yonge and Dundas Square

2010-05-19T08:01:00.001-04:00

Who, What, When: Every Tuesday (with the exception of one) this summer, Yonge and Dundas Square will be hosting a free outdoor screening of "Safecracker" movies starting Tuesday July 6th.

Listings are as follows:

Tuesday July 6, 2010 (8:30 PM - 10:15 PM), The Hot Rock (1972)
Thursday July 15, 2010 (8:30 PM - 10:18 PM), A Fish Called Wanda (1988)
Tuesday July 20, 2010 (8:30 AM - 10:38 AM), Out of Sight (1998)
Tuesday July 27, 2010 (6:30 PM - 8:12 PM), The Thomas Crown Affair (1968)
Tuesday July 27, 2010 (9:00 PM - 10:53 PM), The Thomas Crown Affair (1999)
Tuesday August 3, 2010 (6:30 PM - 8:37 PM), Ocean's 11 (1960)
Tuesday August 3, 2010 (9:00 PM - 10:56 PM), Ocean's Eleven (2001)
Tuesday August 10, 2010 (8:30 PM - 10:51 PM), Catch Me If You Can (2002)
Tuesday August 17, 2010 (8:30 PM - 10:38 PM), Inside Man (2006)
Tuesday August 24, 2010 (8:30 PM - 10:21 PM), The Bank Job (2008)
Tuesday August 31, 2010 (6:30 PM - 8:10 PM), The Italian Job (1969)
Tuesday August 31, 2010 (9:00 PM - 10:44 PM), The Italian Job (2003)

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (2 Carlton Street, Toronto, ON M5B 1J3)

For more info: Safecracker Cinema at Yonge and Dundas Square

For more free listings: Getfreetoronto Calendar

Raveonettes

2010-05-18T19:50:00.005-04:00

Who: The Raveonettes

What: The Danish American duo is one of the acts to grace the Yonge and Dundas stage for NXNE 2010 festivities. There will be headline concerts, daytime entertainment and a music marketplace of sorts.

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (2 Carlton Street, Toronto, ON M5B 1J3)

When: Raveonettes are on at 8pm on Saturday June 19, 2010. There will be other free acts all festival long (June 14-20, 2010).

For more info:

NXNE Official Site

Raveonettes Official Myspace

For more free listings: Getfreetoronto Calendar

Rufus! Rufus! Rufus!

2010-05-14T22:09:00.001-04:00

Who: Rufus Wainwright

What & When:

Movie:

All I Want: A Portrait of Rufus Wainwright. Directed by George Scott.
Sunday June 13, 2010. 5pm

Movie:

Rufus Wainwright Prima Donna: The Story of Rufus Wainwright's Debut Opera
Sunday June 13, 2010. 6:30pm.

Movie:

Rufus! Rufus! Rufus! Does Judy! Judy! Judy! Directed by Russell Thomas
Sunday June 13, 2010. 8pm.

Where: National Film Board Toronto Mediatheque (150 John St, Toronto, ON, M5V 3C3)

For more info: Official Luminato Free Events page

For more free listings: Getfreetoronto Calendar

Fucked Up

2010-05-13T21:20:00.003-04:00

Who: Fucked Up and One Hundred Dollars.

What: Free show at the Toronto Public Library.

When: Friday May 28, 2010, 8pm (doors 7:30pm)

Where: Toronto Reference Library (789 Yonge St, Toronto, ON)

For more info: Toronto Public Library Official Blog

For more free listings: GetfreeToronto Calendar

Royal Ontario Museum

2010-05-10T19:33:00.004-04:00

Pillow Fight!

2010-05-06T19:45:00.004-04:00

Photo Credit: New Mind Space

Who: Toronto’s 5th annual Pillow Fight!

What:
"Pillows fly and teddies soar as you converge for a giant urban pillow fight! Swing and whack as you evade pillow-wielding assailants. Bring a soft pillow at 3pm and wait for the signa. Pillow fight!

Rules: Please follow these guidelines to ensure a safe and fun pillow fight for everybody!

+ Soft, feather-free pillows only!
+ Swing lightly, many people will be swinging at once.
+ Do not swing at people without pillows or with cameras.
+ Remove glasses beforehand!
+ Deposit pillows in donation boxes or take them with you.
+ Pajamas welcome.
+ All Ages.

Cleanup: Please eliminate your use of feathers. By participating, you are pledging to clean up twice the mess you made.

This year, pillows will be collected by The Pillow Truck and redistributed to needy individuals afterward."

When: Saturday May 8, 2010, 3-5pm.

Where: Yonge-Eglinton Square.

For more info: Newmindspace

Isle of Thieves at the Mod Club

2010-05-06T16:48:00.005-04:00

Who: Isle of Thieves

What: LiveMusicTO presents The Isle of Thieves. The band will be playing a free show at the Mod Club Theatre this Saturday. Power stances and jump kicks are guaranteed. 19+

Where: Mod Club Theatre (722 College Street, Toronto ON)

When: Saturday May 8th, 2010, 10 PM

For more info:

RSVP at the Facebook event page

Isle of Thieves official site (free downloads!)

Isle of Thieves on mySpace

Free Comic Book Day

2010-04-30T00:13:00.005-04:00

Who: Comic Book Stores

What: Free Comic Book Day

According to the Official Source, Free Comic Book Day is a single day - the first Saturday in May each year - when participating comic book shops across North America and around the world give away comic books absolutely FREE* to anyone who comes into their stores.

When: Saturday May 1, 2010

Where: Participating local stores includes the following. Please check with them for details:

PLANET X, 815 Major Mackenzie Dr. E. (Richmond Hill). Tel: (905) 883-9324
KAOS KOMIX, 4A Levendale Rd. (Richmond Hill) Tel: (905) 508-5890
PAPERBACK EXCHANGE, 659 McCowan Rd. (Scarborough) Tel: (416) 439-3045
CYBER CITY COMICS, 1025 A Steeles Ave. W. (Toronto) Tel: (416) 667-7592
COMICS & MORE, 1325 Danforth Ave (Toronto) Tel: (416) 778-8314
ATOMIC AGE BOOKS, 497 Pape Ave (Toronto) Tel: (416) 778-5131
RED NAILS II, 1700 WILSON AVE #93 (North York) Tel: (416) 242-7899
THE WATCHER COMICS, 2198 Queen St. E. (Toronto) Tel: (416) 694-4140
PLANET X, 2227 Queen St. (Toronto) Tel: (416) 698-8950
HEROIC DREAMS, 1211 Kingston Rd. # 7 (Pickering) Tel: (416) 371-4120

For more info: http://freecomicbookday.com/

Sloan

2010-04-23T23:07:00.003-04:00

Who: Sloan

What: Free outdoor show as part of North By NorthEast festivities.

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (SE corner of Yonge and Dundas).

When: Friday, June 18, 2010. 9:30pm.

For more info:

http://www.sloanmusic.com

http://www.nxne.com

http://www.ydsquare.ca

Joy Formidable, Paint, Dig, Ten Kens

2010-04-22T20:25:00.006-04:00

Who: Paint, The Joy Formidable, The Dig, Ten Kens

What: No Cover. Part of Dave Bookman's Nu Music Night at the Horseshoe Tavern. 19+

Where: Horseshoe Tavern (370 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON, M5V 2A2).

When: Tuesday May 4, 2010. Paint @ midnight, Joy Formidable @ 11pm, the Dig @ 10pm, Ten Kens @ 9pm.

For more info: Horseshoe Tavern Listings

Iggy Pop and the Stooges

2010-04-19T21:57:00.002-04:00

Who: Iggy Pop and the Stooges

What: Iggy Pop and the Stooges will be playing a free show on the Virgin Mobile stage at Toronto's Yonge/Dundas Square as part of this year's NXNE festival.

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (intersection at Yonge and Dundas)

When: June 19, 2010 evening.

For more info: NXNE

Happy 25th Birthday Blizzard

2010-04-18T00:44:00.002-04:00

Who: Dairy Queen

What: DQ’s Blizzardmobile will be making a stop at Yonge Dundas Square to celebrate the Blizzard’s 25^th birthday at lunchtime on May 18. Come out to celebrate, DQ will be handing out over 10,000 mini Blizzards to the public!

Where: Yonge and Dundas Square (intersection at Yonge and Dundas)

When: Tuesday May 18, 2010 at noon

For more info: