Tuesday November 2 - Brockton Writers Series #13 @ St. Anne’s Church. Brockton Writers Series is a monthly literary series that welcomes established and emerging writers and the people who love to read their work. This month we feature: Nehal El-Hadi, Carole Giangrande, Jules Lewis and May Lui. The event is free, but we pass a hat for the writers ($3-$5, pwyc suggested donation). Books for sale (hey, holiday gifts!). Refreshments available by donation to the Jeremiah Community at St. Anne's church (who provide us with yummy baked treats and offer the space for free). Note to writers: Writers' networking session starts at 6:30pm. Emerging and established writers are welcome. Chat about publishing, promotion, craft--anything about the writing life. Facilitated by Lana Pesch. Limited parking available--choose spots labelled "St. Anne's Church" Tuesday November 2nd, 7-9pm St. Anne’s Church, 270 Gladstone (just north of Dundas W.) Dufferin Bus and TTC stops are at Dufferin and Dundas.
Wednesday November 3 - Drop by and listen to Micah Barnes @ Hugh's Room as he performs songs spanning his career, including tracks from his latest self-penned album Domesticated at Hugh’s Room, located in Roncesvalles Village, on Wednesday, November 3rd, at 8:30 p.m. Sitting in with Micah for the intimate concert will be his brother Daniel Barnes, Mark Zubek and just announced special guest, JUNO award winning producer Gavin Bradley. Hugh's Room, 2261 Dundas St. W 8:30 pm www.micahbarnes.com
Saturday November 4 - CHARTattack photographer Graham Kennedy presents a new set of works at Toronto's OZ Studio. Kennedy will focus on manipulating images he shot of iconic grunge, rock and metal artists in the '90s, rendering his all-too-familiar subjects into something completely different. Amongst the acts that will get this unique treatment are Nirvana, Soundgarden, Metallica, Judas Priest and Alice Cooper. The show officially opens Nov. 4 at 7 p.m. and will be on display until Nov. 14. Previews are available by appointment starting Nov. 1. Photo manipulation groupies can contact graham AT grahamkennedy.ca OZ Studio 134 Ossington Ave. info@ozstudios.com www.ozstudios.ca | grahamkennedyphoto.wordpress.com
The first two JACKSON FAMILY VALUES (Dec. 2009 and May 2010) were awesome -- "y'all were DANCING MACHINEs!" doctor BAGGIE said
Location Revival 783 College St (at Shaw), Queer West Toronto. 10 pm until 2:30 am $7 cover 19+ ID required http://www.jacksonfamilyvalues.com Please spread the word about this party to any of your friends who love the Jacksons --> Michael, Janet, Jermaine, La Toya, Rebbie, Tito, Marlon, Jackie, Randy, 3T. Queer West Village, Toronto.
Friday November 5 - Big Primping @ The Wrongbar. DJ Phil Villeneuve spins, Hip-hop and hot times for homos, their friends and admirers Presented by the !!omg social club!! and hosted by Miss Margot. 10pm Wrongbar 1279 Queen Street W (west of Dufferin) 10pm. $5 cover big-primpin.com Queer West Village, Toronto.
Workman Arts presents the 18th Annual Toronto Rendezvous with Madness film festival -Set to hit the big screen November 5th - 13th with over 20 programs of feature and short films. RWM continues to revel in the mysteries of the mind, exploring the facts and mythologies surrounding mental illness and addiction. This year, using a mix of video conferencing, and live participation; filmmakers, people with lived mental health experiences and mental health experts will participate in screenings and discussion panels in order to bring together disparate voices from around the world.
Queer Themed Flicks - Friday November 12 6.30 pm Holding Hands This Queer focused double bill examines issues of isolation, rejection, and the mental health impact of being gay in a sometimes unwelcoming world.. The Distance Between Michael Fahd, Australia, 2009, 24min, World Premiere, English. Michael Fahd’s twisted but mesmerizing coming-of-age tale revolves around 14-year-old Raymond, the son of a dead-beat father and alcoholic mother, who has an animated fantasy about escaping the angst of his sexually-confused youth. A great distance exists between his vision of happiness and the gritty reality he actually chooses. Program Guide The Bell Lightbox, 330 King St., Workman Hall 651 Dufferin St, and The Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH) 33 Russell St. www.rendezvouswithmadness.com/
Saturday November 6 - Come to the Parkdale Public Library to meet a American Freedom Writer Teacher and watch the film and take part in a writing exercise, come learn about "Freedom Writers". Take a group of restless, inner city students raised in the wrong side of the tracks, a determined teacher with a mission, and a session in Room 203, exploring beyond what is written in textbooks, and you get a movement that starts through writing. "Freedom Writers" is based on the true story of Erin Gruwell (played by Hilary Swank) and a diverse group of racially charged students. Unfortunate moments add up to memories that scar us with little or no explanation as to "why" it had to happen. This film inspires viewers to give hope a chance, even under the pressures of society. The Freedom Writers found an outlet to express their angst and rebellion through the help of their mentor, their teacher. Together, they mentally battled their way to survival. Sometimes the best way is the "write" way. 2:00 pm. Parkdale Library. 1303 Queen st. west at Brock Avenue. Queer West Village, Toronto |OntarioVideo teaser: www.youtube.com/watch?v=m0PRB4YsXn4 | www.freedomwritersfoundation.org
Saturday November 6 - David Sereda @ Edward Day Gallery 952 Queen Street West, Toronto (just west of Shaw thru the courtyard) $20/door (doors at 7:30 show 8pm) david performs at the Edward Day, a wonderful art space with great acoustics. Totally solo, just david and the keys and the songs./www.myspace.com/davidseredamusic
Saturday November 6 - Forest "The Mockstar" Lightbody spins up another Reality Bytes v1. 2 @ Augusta House Revives chain wallets, dial-up modems, Discmans and Friends at a party celebrating alternative ’90s music and culture. 9 pm. 2 am $5.00 Cover Augusta House, 152 Augusta Ave, at Dundas W. Kensignton Market Queer West Village, Toronto.
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The Details: Sunday November 7, 2010 at Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander Street· Doors open at 5:30pm for Cocktails + Meet and Greet.· Scrum at 6:45pm — Greg Larocque and Kristen Worley.· Comedy Show at 8:45pm, with Allison June Smith, Ian Lynch, Stephen Sharpe, and others. A suggested donation of $10 at the door would be appreciated. Nonetheless we still require registration, so please complete the registration form.outsporttoronto.org
Monday November 8 - Playwrights Canada Press Fall Launch @ Buddies in Bad Times Readings from newly published plays. Come out to hear David Yee (lady in the red dress); Maria Vacratsis (Judith Thompson's Such Creatures); David Ferry, Kyra Harper, & Florence Gibson MacDonald (Missing); Mary Vingoe (Living Curiosities); Michael Healey (Courageous); and Sky Gilbert (I Have AIDS!). Buddies in Bad Times Theatre 12 Alexander St. Toronto, Ontario www.playwrightscanada.com
Tuesday November 9 - A Fundraiser for Schools Without Borders @ Steamwhistle Brewery. Schools Without Borders (SWB) is an award winning Canadian charity committed to training youth around the world to step up and take leadership roles in communities plagued by violence, poverty and corruption. Their mission is to support young people to create platforms for change and build the communities they want to live in. Whether it’s through photojournalism workshops in Brazil, sexual health training for young women in Kenya, basketball programs in Swaziland, or organizational mentorship in Canada, SWB transforms hands-on experiences and community projects into life-long learning experiences. SWB operates on a global platform with 30 staff and volunteers across 11 countries. 6pm-11pm, Location: Steamwhistle Brewery. 255 Bremner Blvd. Toronto Tickets: $20 advance. To purchase tickets visit http://guestlistapp.com/events/33231More info available at www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=109795205750797
Wednesday November 10-14 - World Premiere of Voice-Box, a Competitive Concert in a Boxing Ring @ Harbourfront Centre’s World Stage From the team behind the critically acclaimed Stitch comes a genre-crossing, interactive performance that blows the lid off gender and power dynamics with cheekiness, raw talent and real fighting. Voice-Box brings together the sweet science of boxing and the power of the singing voice to create a knock-out performance, uniting the talents of choreographer Julia Aplin, writer Anna Chatterton and composer Juliet Palmer. Defying assumptions about female aggression, Voice-Box unveils women's power to withstand blows and go beyond expectations. Put your dukes up and get set for an unforgettable round.
The Details: Harbourfront Centre’s World Stage 2010-11Voice-Box urbanvessel (Canada) Part of Fresh Ground new works. November 10-13, 8 p.m. & November 14, 2 p.m. York Quay Centre, Brigantine Room, 235 Queens Quay West. Tickets: $15-$35. Box office: 416 973-4000 or visit: www.harbourfrontcentre.com/worldstage1011
Saturday November 13 - Happy Birthday Nasrudin @ Emmanuel Howard Park United Church. A Wacky Cross-Cultural Benefit for Afghan Literacy Sponsored by The Institute for Cross-cultural Exchange (ICE)Afghan, Arab, Chinese, Jew? Nobody knows who he was or if he existed but that's not stopping Nasrudin’s birthday celebration. Proceeds will provide beautifully illustrated Dari-Pashto versions of Afghan folk tales to Afghan children in need. (ICE)is an all volunteer Canadian charity that addresses family literacy & promotes understanding between cultures. Buffoonery, Wisdom, Song & Dance from Afghans, Arabs, Georgians, Jews Ticket Info: $25 for individuals and $45 for a family. Emmanuel Howard Park United Church 214 Wright Ave., just off Roncesvalles Avenue, Parkdale. www.iceeducation.org/engl/eventsNasrudin2010.html
Wednesday November 17 to 20 - OCAD (Ontario College of art & Design) Mystery Art Sale located in the heart of Toronto, Canada’s largest centre for design, culture and business. This vibrant nexus brings together a diversity of creative forces. And where great minds meet, magic happens. mark your calendars! OCAD University (OCADU) holds its famous Whodunit? OCADU Mystery Art Sale on Saturday, November 20, with public previews taking place from November 17 to 19. Works will be available for online previews starting November 17 at www.ocad.ca. The much anticipated Gala Preview is Wednesday, November 17 at 6:30 p.m. - get your tickets now! One of Toronto’s most anticipated annual art events, Whodunit? presents work by OCADU students, faculty, alumni, acclaimed artists and designers and creative celebrities Public Art Sale. Tickets: $150 Dress: Art School Chic Auctioneer: Stephen Ranger Music: DJ Aural (Grapefruit) Public Art Sale: Nov. 20, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. All events take place at OCAD University, 100 McCaul Street, Toronto. whodunit.ocad.ca
Thursday November 18 - Glad Day Book Store hosts Wander the Rainbow Travel Book Event. ome join travel memoir author David Jedeikin at North America's oldest GLBT bookstore as he reads from and discusses his critically-acclaimed memoir "Wander the Rainbow: A true story about a living liver donation, an epic journey around the world, and a gay man's search for himself." Complimentary chocolates and raffle giveaways make this a unique bookstore event. 7pm Glad Day Bookshop, 598A Yonge St, Toronto, ON www.gladdaybookshop.com | wandertherainbow.com
Venez boire un verre et une danse pendant que je joue de la musique vous belle danse française. A bientôt! XXX mercii comme toujours à JR pour la création de l'affiche. Chaume et tous. le trouver ici. dummyphone.ca
The Details: DJ Phil Villeneuve, spinning all the best in French dance & pop music. The third Friday of every month. Bottles of 50 are only $4 - add a shot of tequila and it's only $9. Starts at 10 pm. until 2 am. No Cover. Naco Gallery Cafe, 1665 Dundas St. (between Dufferin and Lansdowne) www.nacogallery.com | dj-phil-villeneuves
Saturday November 27 - Women's Blues Revue @ Massey Hall. Year after year, the Women's Blues Revue promises the bluest of blues and the hottest of nights. From its roots in the small clubs of Toronto to the big stage at Massey Hall, this show has consistently delivered the most eclectic and excellent mix of the best female vocalists, musicians and special guests. This year's revue features the always great Alana Bridgewater, Kellylee Evans, Little Ms. Higgins, Robin Banks, Rita Chiarelli, Alejandra Ribera and a fabulous house band. Hosted by CBC radio personality and blues-lover, Shelagh Rogers. Sat. Nov. 27 Massey Hall, 178 Victoria St. | Tickets: $35 - $45 Phone: 416 872-4255 TICKETS
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