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Category: Culture
Here’s where to find the best vintage Levi’s jeans in Toronto
If there’s one clothing material that will never go out of style, it’s denim. The textile can be used to make any garment, including the trendy designs of today which include patches, meticulously-made rips and carefully applied discolouration. But for those looking to come by that worn-in look and feel more authentically, vintage jeans are … Continued
Judy Chicago to create mesmerizing smoke sculpture on Toronto’s waterfront
By Ron Johnson
Legendary feminist artist, Judy Chicago is bringing pyrotechnics to Lake Ontario as part of the Toronto Biennial of Arts (TBA). Entitled, A Tribute to Toronto, the display will celebrate the conclusion of the visual arts event now in its second year, and will see Chicago create her first smoke sculpture in Canada. Taking place at … Continued
The coolest cars on the planet are converging in Yorkville for Gumball rally
By Ron Johnson
Over 100 high-speed and colourful cars will roll along Bay Street to Yonge and Dundas Square on May 27, starting off this year’s Gumball 3000 motor rally. Founded by British entrepreneur Maximillion Cooper in 1999, the 2022 rally will travel from Toronto to Miami in seven days, from May 27 to June 2. Toronto native … Continued
From Black Lives Matter to a new dance work, artist Rodney Diverlus continues to inspire
By Ron Johnson
After the pandemic pulled the plug on live performance over the past two years, Haitian-Canadian artist Rodney Diverlus is welcoming audiences back into “the joy and the magic of dance” with their new production. “We’re presenting a simple and evocative and exciting group of comrades, a tribe of characters that have one mission in mind … Continued
9 amazing things to do this long weekend in Toronto
The Victoria Day long weekend is upon us, which means there’s lots happening across Toronto, from food and drink festivals to markets and live music. there’s bound to be an event (or two) that piques your interest. Have a drink at FizzFest [instagram_embed url=”https://www.instagram.com/p/CdrDTostde3/”] What better way to celebrate the long weekend in Toronto than … Continued
Yes, acclaimed rapper J Cole is playing pro basketball in Scarborough this year
By Ron Johnson
Rapper J Cole is an icon, a chart-topper, a Grammy Award winner, and is now set to add to his extensive resume by signing on to play pro basketball with the Scarbrough Shooting Stars of the CEBL. No, it’s not the NBA, it’s not even the G-League, it’s one of many minor pro leagues throughout … Continued
IKEA is finally opening its first downtown Toronto location this week
By Nikki Gill
Next week, residents living downtown won’t need to trek to North York or Etobicoke when trying to furnish their houses or condos because IKEA is finally opening a location in the heart of the city. The new IKEA is opening on the northwest corner of Yonge Street and Gerrard Street in the Aura retail podium … Continued
Join the ‘Friends’ at Central Perk in Toronto this summer
By Nisean Lorde
The Friends Experience is coming to Toronto this July (and Torontonians couldn’t be more excited). Fans of the classic ’90s sitcom can step inside the shoes of their fav characters by exploring set recreations and viewing original props and costumes. The experience features 12 nostalgia-packed rooms and activations, including Monica’s kitchen, the Las Vegas wedding … Continued
Harry Potter rides the Hogwarts Express to Yonge-Dundas Square for special event
By Ron Johnson
All aboard the Hogwarts Express, there’s a free Harry Potter event taking over Yonge-Dundas Square. To celebrate the Canadian premiere of the Tony-award winning play Harry Potter and the Cursed Child coming to the CAA Ed Mirvish Theatre, a magical celebration will be held at Toronto’s busiest and buzziest square on May 31 from 12 … Continued
A Toronto Instagram account is helping people furnish their homes with free curbside treasures
You know what they say – one man’s trash is another man’s treasure. Toronto Instagram account Stooping Toronto is taking that to the next level, sharing photos of free curb finds across the city for you to furnish your home with. The popular submissions-based Instagram page with 25,000 followers has been up and running since … Continued
This T.O. brand just dropped a ’90s-inspired collab with the iconic BodyBreak couple
Dust off your ankle weights and memorize your CVV, as Toronto-based clothing brand Good For Sunday is collaborating with BodyBreak, the cult-classic exercise program hosted by two former Canadian athletes. Opening shop in 2020, Good For Sunday’s founders, Anthony and Demetra Kentris, found a void in the market when it came to athleisure that was … Continued