The Best of Toronto's queer culture scene for September 2014

Outexpressions is a different Queer Media Publication, we round up the best events (well balanced with parties and cultural things and not just gay bars), from the city’s queer culture scene and update our listings daily. Note on meaning of Queer in listings: Mixed crowd, not everyone is gay or lesbian. A safe space where everyone is welcome, in the places we list. * For event submissions, email Michel at outexpressions@gmail.com

Monday September 1 (Labour Day Weekend), 2014 - Cruise Toronto Habour watch Canadian International Air Show Air Show Cruise Watch the Air Show from the water on an afternoon cruise that includes buffet lunch. Noon-4 pm. $50. River Gambler, 333 Lake Shore Blvd E, 416-364-6999, http://rivergambler.ca/public-cruises
 
Monday September 1 (Labour Day Weekend), 2014 - Electric Island 2014 @ Olympic Island Park 1.30 PM The fully licensed concert and picnic series is back this summer with another 4 events stacked with world class talent. The grand finale takes place Labour Day Monday September 1st!! https://www.facebook.com/events/555846304527694
 
Wednesday September 3 to Saturday September 13, 2014 - 9th annual CaribbeanTales International Film Festival @ The Royal Cinema. The festival showcases Caribbean films from 15 selected countries around the region with public, community and online screenings. This includes 10-feature length and 20 short films in competition for the CTFF Audience Prize, which will be announced on closing night - September 13.

Special queer night Sept 12 6 pm - Queer Caribbean Showcase.....There's a Trinidadian FilmMaker,Richard Fung...OCADU Lecturer.... who's being honoured in that Program........Long-Time Activist for GayRights Toronto Queer West Film Festival organizer (Lauren Tenn and team) will be present for Q & A later in evening.
 
The Details: Festival screenings run from September 8, 10, 12 & 13 at The Royal Cinema, 608 College Street. The films will screen Monday, Wednesday, and Friday at 6:30 p.m. and 9 p.m., and Saturday at 3:30 p.m., 6:30 p.m., and 9:30 p.m. Tickets can be purchased online at www.caribbeantales-events.com. Tickets also may be purchased one hour before each screening at The Royal Cinema, 608 College Street. Please check with the schedule before purchasing. The Royal Cinema, 608 College Street Queer West Toronto ON http://caribbeantales-events.com/
 
Wednesday September 3, 2014 - Queer Cab Youth Night @ Buddies Doors and performer sign-up at 7:30 pm; show starts at 8:00 pm. Pay What You Can PWYC QUEER CAB is a wheelchair accessible event for both audience members and performers. Free 8:00 PM - 10:30 PM https://www.facebook.com/events/756217331108202 Buddies In Bad Times Theatre, 12 Alexander Street, Toronto, Ontario

Thursday September 4 to Sunday September 7, 2014 - Cabbagetown Festival Of The Arts Events include the Cabbagetown Short Film and Video Festival (Sep 5). The street festival (Sep 6-7) includes live music by Puente Del Diablo, Toronto All Star Big Band and others, vendors, a sports zone, kids' activities and more. Various prices, many events free. Carlton and Parliament area, http://oldcabbagetown.com
 
Thursday September 4, 2014 - IF you haven't already heard, Queer As Fuck is moving to THURSDAYS at The Steady. Same amazing show, great new day. It's a little closer to the weekend so you won't feel as guilty for staying for that extra cocktail! Lineup: Laura Di Labio, Gareth Lloyd., Nick Flanagan, Robby Hoffman, Natalie Norman and Robert Keller And don't forget - now that we're teaming up with Lesbian Roadtrip, there will be comedy at The Steady every week! Double your pleasure, double your fun!And don't forget - now that we're teaming up with Lesbian Roadtrip, there will be comedy at The Steady every week! Double your pleasure, double your fun! 9 PM The Steady Cafe & Bar 1051 Bloor St W, Queer West Toronto, Ontario http://thesteadycafe.com/

Friday September 5 to Monday September 15, 2014 - TUFF – Toronto Urban Film Festival In Toronto Subway Stations. North America's largest commuter film festival features silent one-minute films screening on subway platforms across the city. Free with TTC fare. http://torontourbanfilmfestival.com 
 
Friday September 5 to 7 - Toronto's 30th Vegetarian Festival @ Harbourfront. Free The 30th Veg Food Fest, presented by the Toronto Vegetarian Association, takes place September 5th through 7th at Harbourfront Centre in Toronto. Admission Free talks and cooking demonstrations from leading vegetarian experts. Shop from over 130 vendors, local Toronto restaurants, and bakeries. Explore festival events and marketplace http://vegfoodfest.com/
 
Saturday September 6, 2014 - 38th annual Cabbagetown Festival of the Arts. The festival begins Saturday at 10 a.m. with an opening ceremony in the afternoon and continues Sunday at 11 a.m. until 6 p.m. with a closing ceremony. Over the two days, Parliament Street from Wellesley Street south to Gerrard Street East will be closed for pedestrians to enjoy the one-of-a-kind artisan vendors, delicious food and buskers including Silver Elvis and Johnny Scat. Cabbagetown, Toronto, 237 Carlton Street http://oldcabbagetown.com/
 
Saturday September 6, 2014 - Toronto QUEER SLOWDANCE! Back to School Edition @ Dovercourt House. Toronto Queer Slowdance has all slow songs, all night long! (Except for the occasional intermission when we play the fastest songs we can find!) It's high school with a happy ending. Come and experience why slow is beautiful, and why love is not ironic.

PS. Fabulous and inspired attire, while desired, is not required. But it would be AWESOME and HAWT. Finally, you do not have to be queer to attend this party, but you must have an open mind, an open heart, and have open arms. Do keep in mind that the majority of folks attending are lesbian & gay, so if you are stridently straight, this may not be the most receptive community for you.

The Details: Dovercourt house 805 Dovercourt Rd. (1 block North of Bloor, 3 blks. West of Ossington) Saturday, Sept.6, 2014 Doors at 9:30, Dance from 10 PM - 3 AM. $10 admission includes your Dancecard-booklet! https://www.facebook.com/events/417170581754929/Queer West Village, Toronto Ontario

Sunday September 7, 2014 - Toronto MS Bike tour @Etobicoke's Centennial Park. Perfect fit for cyclists of all levels! Centrally located at Centennial Park in Etobicoke, you will cycle along scenic bike trails and city streets before returning to the park for a BBQ lunch. Bring the family or make it a company outing! Join hundreds of cyclists from all over for this exciting day filled with cycling, free massages, scrambler prizes, and a free BBQ lunch. Since 1989, cyclists of all ages and fitness levels have joined together for the MS Bike – now the largest cycling series in North America!

The Details: September 7th, 2014 8:30am-3:00pm Toronto MS Bike Centennial Park Ski Chalet, 256 Centennial Park Road, Etobicoke, M9C 5N3 ontact: Scott McMillan 416-922-6600 ext. 3228 msbiketoronto@mssociety.ca Website: http://www.msbike.ca
 
Monday September 8, 2014 - Tampoline Hall @ Garrison. This month, all the lecturers are chosen by Naomi Skwarna. She has chosen the following people to lecture: Anna Fitzpatrick will lecture on pinball ~* Nicholas Hune-Brown will discuss impostors ~* Monica Heisey will give a talk entitled The Dead Parents' Society Misha Glouberman hosts, as always! The show takes place at the Garrison, 1197 Dundas Street West, Toronto. Doors open at 7:40 and the show starts at 8:00 sharp. Advance tickets are available for $6 at Soundscapes, 572 College Street, starting on Thursday, September 4th. A small number of rush tickets will be sold at the Garrison, on the day of the show, starting at 6:30 pm. Show information is at http://www.trampolinehall.net 
 
Thursday September 11 to Sat Sept 13, 2014, 2014 - Double Bill Theatre Production – A Man of Two Minds and Lost Refuge @ The Tranzac Club.A Man of Two Minds is a comedy about the troubles and awkwardness of discovering you sexuality, dating, and living with a semi-psychotic mother. (45 mins aprox.) Lost Refuge is the story of a father and his daughter as they struggle to survive during the beginning of the end. They have taken refuge in an old barn to escape the undead, but the old barn walls can only protect them for so long.

Thw Bony Theatre Theatre Group is small group of individuals who share a strong passion for the dramatic arts and live theatre production. 2014 will be our debut independent production for the public. There is so much undiscovered talent in all fields of this industry and we aim to showcase that here, from our own director/producer/writer, to the actors, to the zombie special FX make-up.

The Details: Not suitable for all ages due to adult subject matter, partial nudity, graphic violence, and language Runs about 45 minutes. TICKETS Opening night+pre-show - $40 | Regular ticket - $30 | Sat. Matinee (2:30pm) - $25 Tickets can be purchased online: http://bonyfiddlelive.com Performance Days - Thu, 9/11, at 6:00pm – (incl. Pre-show party: live music, catered desserts, prizes) - Fri, 9/12, at 8:00pm - Sat, 9/13, at 2:30pm & 8:00pmThe Tranzac Club | 292 Brunswic Ave, Queer West, Toronto ON

Saturday September 13, 2014 - Business Women's Special The White Party @ The Round. 10:00pm - 2:30am Who says you can't wear white after Labour Day? Pick out your best all white outfit and come and celebrate with us! Fall may be here but here's to an Indian summer. Special performance by Enya Dreems! Djs Sammy Royale and Nino Brown will be spinning all night long. Drink specials all night long. Cover $6. ROUND venue 152a Augusta Ave. Queer West Village, Toronto ON. http://roundvenue.com/

Saturday September 13, 2014- The 26th annual Scotiabank AIDS Walk for Life Toronto will take place on Saturday, September 13th, 2014, at Yonge-Dundas Square with all proceeds benefiting the AIDS Committee of Toronto (ACT). Funds raised will go towards the health promotion.
http://www.aidswalkforlifetoronto.ca/ 1:00 am to 6:00 pm, Yonge-Dundas Square 1 Dundas St E Toronto, ON

Saturday September 13, 2014 - Gay AsianXpress(AX)Toronto Dance Party @ The Phoenix Concert Theatre DeeJay ALEX Top40 Remixes, Vocal House, Club Anthems, EDM, J-POP, K-POP --- 19+ 10:00 pm to Sun, Sep 14, 3:00 am Phoenix Concert Theatre, 410 Sherbourne (just north of Carleton) Toronto Ontario http://www.aznxp.com/
 
Saturday September 13, 2014 - Gaga 4 Gaga: The White Ball @ The Marquis of Granby (Church St. Gay Village) DJ doctor BAGGIE (Purplelectricity Prince Party, Can't Stop Esther Madonna Marathon, Jackson Family Values) hosts his video dance party focussed entirely on LADY GAGA. Non-stop LADY GAGA all night! http://www.gaga4gaga.ca/ The Marquis of Granby 418 Church Street (south of Carlton) Toronto On.

Sunday September 14, 2014 - 5th Annual Toronto Bicycle Music Festival. and bike tour. Toronto's free outdoor pedal-powered music festival is celebrating its 5th year. This free event is taking place at 3 parks across this great city with mobile performances leading group rides between parks.

Schedule: 12:00 Allen Gardens (Carlton and Sherbourne) w/ Ozere, Les Petits Nouveaux. 1:30 Ride to City Hall w/ Willow Rutherford. 2:00 Nathan Phillips Square BIKESTOCK City Hall Rally for Cycling Safety w/ Countermeasure, Rambunctious, Evalyn Parry. 3:30 Ride to Christie Pits Park w/ Great James. 4:30 Christie Pits Park w/ Charlotte Cornfield, Communism, and Maylee Todd * This schedule is subject to change. Join this event and stay tuned for updates.http://torontobicyclemusicfestival.com/

Thursday September 18 to 21, 2014 - Toronto Fall Home Show Innovative products and ideas, decor and reno tips from experts and celebrity appearances. Sep 18, 11 am-9 pm; Sep 19, 11 am-9 pm; Sep 20, 10 am-9 pm; Sep 21, 10 am-6 pm. $12-$15, adv $12; srs/stu $10-$13. Better Living Centre, Exhibition Place, 195 Princes' Blvd, http://fallhomeshow.com
 
Thursday September 18, 2014 - Alternative Arts Night @ The Cavern,. A night of art, music, and fashion. Featuring: Glass sculptor Geoffrey Crozier, Baby Rots-a-lot, acoustic duo she said she said, artists Elias Anatolios and Meagan Sin, singer/songwriter Jay Edwards, vintage fashion from The Clothing Commune, party enthusiasts Over EZ, partial nudity aficionados Successpool, photographer Matthew Scatterty, and animator Renée Brunton. 9PM The Cavern, 76 Church St. Toronto ON

Thursday September 18, 2014 - Spooky Bitch: Sioux-tember Edition @ The Beaver, Start the Fall off right! This month, Spooky Bitch celebrates the goth godess/high preistess of punk herself, Siouxsie Sioux. Prepare to be spellbound by Miss Judy Virago, who will provide a peepshow/creepshow performance, and DJ Brian Duval. 10 PM The Beaver, 1192 Queen St. Queer West Village, Toronto Ontario

Friday September 19, 2014 - Church Street gay community gathers Mayors Debate LGBT issues @ Ryerson University. The event will be moderated by Jaime Watt, a well-known communications and public affairs professional and leader in the LGBTQ community.Olivia Chow, John Tory. Doug Ford hasn't responded yet, so not clear if he will be present? The event will be held at the Ryerson University Library Lecture Hall, at 350 Victoria Street (at Gould). Doors open at 5:00 PM, with the debate getting underway at 5:30 PM. IF YOU Can't Attend, watch Live: .https://ryecast.ryerson.ca/44/live/1039.aspx
 
Friday Septwmber 19, 2014 - Sexaphone @ Lucy Brock, . Autumn is here, Summer is over, and class is back in session. Get schooled in the ways of house, techno, and other dope shit by resident Jedis. 10 PM Tiny popular Little bar Lucy Brock, 1479 Dundas St. W At Dufferin beside Hakim Optical, Queer West Village, Toronto Ontario

Friday September 19, Big Queer Dance Party Yes Yes Y’all @ RYZE, The hottest, sweatiest, busiest queer hip-hop/dancehall/RnB jam around! Vybz meets A$AP meets Kendrick meets Cham meets Foxy meets Ciara. DJ Lissa Monet joins the YYY Crew this month. $6 before midnight, more after 10 PM RYZE, 423 College St. Queer West Village, Toronto Ontario. http://www.ryzeoncollege.com/

Friday September 19, 2014 - Savvy Records Label Night @ The Steady Gay Bar, Dance to Acid, deep, disco, experimental, live-electronic, micro, min, sonic, super-techno, tech, free.10 PM The Steady, 1051 Bloor St. W. Queer West Village, Toronto Ontario.http://thesteadycafe.com/#events

Friday September 19, 2014 - Rebel Hop @ The Piston, Dance to Soul, funk, reggae, hip-hop, dancehall, and their relative disciples with Djs Gramera and Linx + Dennis P on the sax! 10 PM Free before 11 pm, $5 after.The Piston, 937 Bloor St. W. Queer West Village, Toronto Ontario.http://thepiston.ca/

Friday September 19, 2014 - Queer Hot, Wet & Shaking Book Launch @ Holy Oak Cafe. . Disabled sex educator Kaleigh Trace launches Hot, Wet & Shaking: How I Learned To Talk About Sex along with Samantha Fraser and Sophie Delancey for a night of storytelling. 7-9 pm. Holy Oak Cafe http://holyoakcafe.com/1241 Bloor W, https://www.facebook.com/events/710124529061351 Brockton Village Queer West, Toronto ON

Saturday September 20, 2014 - Junction Music Festival @ various locations. Coined as the emerging art and design neighbourhood of Toronto, this eclectic community anchored by Dundas St. West and Keele is home to a festival celebrating local up-and-coming talent and rising stars. Move to the sounds of a collection of musical performances rocking a number of stages both day and night while discovering the celebrated food, drink and nightlife that makes the Junction a must visit Toronto destination. Featuring performances by The Sadies, Kashka, The Beauties, Teenage Kicks, and more! 8AM http://thejunctionmusicfestival.com/ Queer West, Toronto ON

Saturday September 20, 2014 - Tweed Ride Toronto @ Starts Trinity Bellwoods Park. The Toronto Tweed Ride is a group bicycle ride through historic downtown Toronto, in which cyclists are encouraged to dress in classic tweed and recreate the spirit of a bygone era. Any and all bicycles are acceptable, followed by high tea and a party. 2:30 pm. $20. Starts at Trinity Bellwoods Park, 790 Queen W, pre-register http://tweedridetoronto.com/

Saturday September 20, 2014 - Toronto Dundas West Fest Sidewalk Sale. A staple of any metropolitan city and its districts are the street sales that take place every Fall. a lot of great stores along the stretch between Nothing beats a casual stroll along Dundas W in Brocton Neighbourhood, , either on a weeknight or weekend, and doing a little bit of window shopping or sometimes “actual” shopping.Dundas St. West between Lansdowne Avenue and Shaw Street. 10:00am - 10:00pm Between Lansdowne and Shaw Avenue. https://www.facebook.com/events/673140706105409/
 
Sunday September 21, 2014 - Girls On Film X @ A Dundas West car repair shop, address revealed with ticket purchase, As always, we present you with 5 lovely models and our HeadRigger, JP Robichaud, for an afternoon of truly fun & debaucherous photography. Divided into three 40-minute acts, with two 15-minute intermissions. All guests must come with a camera and prepared to shoot. Best expectations are for photographers to be working in manual modes. NO motion/video allowed. TAKE NOTE: Doors open at 1:15, the event starts at 1:30, with doors locking shortly after to preserve the integrity of the event. This means you must arrive on time.http://www.thekeyholesessions.com/#!girls-on-film-x/c1e5c ADMISSION $125 1:30-4:30 pm Toronto ON.

Sunday September 21, 2014 - The Queer Songbook Orchestra @ The Music Galery . a local chamber pop ensemble comprised of top queer and allied musicians primarily from Toronto's west end, are performing an evening of songs connected to the closet, a 12­ piece chamber pop ensemble, creating and performing a living archive of songs that have shaped the LGBTQ community. Focusing for this performance on songs with a connection to the closet ­ those held close during closeted times alongside those written by closeted writers ­ the orchestra play all new arrangements by some of Canada’s top talents. The QSO brings together a selection of the finest queer and allied musicians from Toronto and Montreal: at The Music Gallery.Doors: 7pm | Concert: 8pm. Concert: The Music Gallery, 197 John St. Tickets: $25 Regular l $15 Members and Students l $20 Advance at Soundscapes, Glad Day Bookshop, http://www.musicgallery.org/the-queer-songbook-orchestra/

Sunday September 21, 2014 - Toronto Word on the Street Festival @ Queen's Park. Annual festival for book readings, meeting authors, literary workshops and more. The festival celebrates and encourages literacy by displaying the work of some of the country’s top authors. It also offers a large variety of workshops and interactive performances to help and encourage new authors develop their craft. The Toronto venue features more than 200 authors and a variety of separate tents with activities for the whole family. The festival focuses on Canadian authors, publishers and booksellers throughout multiple genres, with programming for adults and kids. FREE all ages. http://www.thewordonthestreet.ca/wots/toronto

Wednesday September 24 & 25, 2014 - Opening preview night for French play Past Perfect (Le Passé antérieur) @ Berkeley Street Theatre (Upstairs) – Théâtre français de Toronto opens its 2014-15 season with Past Perfect by Michel Tremblay. Directed by Diana Leblanc, winner of the 2014 Dora Mavor Moore Silver Ticket Award, this prequel to Albertine in Five Times recounts the genesis of Albertine’s revolt, one of Tremblay’s most fascinating and rebellious characters to date. While the original play depicts each of the five decades of her life from age 30 to 70, Past Perfect gives us Albertine at 20, on a night that will irrevocably determine her fate. Runs September 24 to October 5, Berkeley Street Theatre 

The Details: Opening: Friday, September 26 at 8 PM | Previews: September 24 & 25 at 8 PM Evening performances: Wednesday to Saturday at 8 PM Saturday matinées: Sept. 27 & Oct. 4 at 3:30 PM | Sunday matinées: Sept. 28 & Oct. 5 at 2:30 PM English surtitled performances: Wednesdays, Fridays & Saturdays at 8 PM & Saturday matinées at 3:30 PM Tickets: Adults: $33 to $57 | Seniors (65 +): $28 to $57 | Under 30: $30 – not available for Opening Night Special discounts: Pay-What-You-Can Wednesdays and $20 Rush tickets Saturday evenings (in both cases: purchase at the door, 1 hour prior to performance, cash only). Box Office: http://www.theatrefrancais.com| (416) 534-6604 or Berkeley Street Theatre – 26 Berkeley Street, Upstairs Street Map

Tuesday September 23, 2014 - French singer Stromae @ : Sound Academy Belgian electronic singer songwriter, Stromae performs in Toronto to promote his album, Racine Carree. He gained international success in 2010 with the release of his single, “Alor on danse,” which was later remixed by Kanye West. Stromae was born in 1985 in Brussels, Belgium and attended the Academie musicale de Jette where he studied music history. His song, “Ta Fete,” was recently selected as the official song for the Belgian football team at the 2014 World Cup. Admission: $40.75, VIP: $56.75 TICKETS 9 pm. Travel East on Lakeshore Boulevard, then South on Cherry Street. Turn right onto Polson Street. or take the TTC from Union Station (Bus 72A) 11 Polson St., Toronto, ON

Tuesday September 23, 2014 - Flirty Dirty Retro Bingo @ The Drake. Queens of the east and west unite! Join Judy Virago and Scarlett Bobo for a dirty, flirty, flithy, MILFy evening of bingo, babes and balls-out fun with a different theme each week. DJ Regina Thegentlelady keeps the balls bouncing all night long! $2 per card, $5 gets three cards - first round at 8pm! 1150 Queen Street West. Queer West Village Toronto, Ontario https://www.facebook.com/events/681881795234567

Wednesday September 24, 2014 - Doug Ford Is My Co-Pilot: How A Crack-Smoking Mayor Changed The Game For Crisis Management PR experts John O'Leary and Christopher Eby and Crazy Town author Robyn Doolittle discuss crisis managment in the internet age. 6-8 pm. Free. Pilot PMR, 250 the Esplanade, pre-register http://www.eventbrite.ca/e/doug-ford-is-my-co-pilot-a-panel-discussion-on-crisis-management-tickets-12552772681
 
Wednesday September 24, 2014 - An Evening With Some Of Your Favourite Queer Writers Readings by Nancy Jo Cullen, Brian Francis, Jane Byers, Maureen Hynes and Elizabeth Ruth. 6:30 pm to 8.30 pm. Free. Ben McNally Books 366 Bay, http://www.benmcnallybooks.com/?q=events/evening_some_your_favourite_queer_writers

Wednesday September 24, 2014 - LGBT Community Dance at U of T Queer Orientation Week @ Hart House. Queer Oriention week runs September 19, 2014 – September 29 Queer Orientation is a tri-campus series of events that provides opportunities for new and returning students to make connections and engage in activities and discussions related to LGBTQ communities. This is your opportunity to take part in social and educational LGBTQ events on all three U of T campuses.,LGBT Dance is excited to offer free queer & trans beginner salsa and hip-hop classeas part of University of Toronto Queer Orientation week 2014! When: Wednesday, September 24 2014, 7-9pm 7pm – Salsa 8pm – Hip Hop, Where: Hart House, 7 Hart House Circle, East Common Room. HART HOUSE DIRECTIONS http://harthouse.ca/maps-directions/
The Details A 10 week of Dance Classes will be offered Every Sunday from September 28 to December 7 For full details on 10 week workshops see: http://www.queerwest.org/happenings_weekly.php

Friday September 26 and 27, 2014 - All Ages Gay Play Day LGBTQ Theatre Festival @ Alumnae Theatre. Gay Play Day is a festival of theatre by LGBTQ playwrights and their allies. We are now in our third year at the Alumnae Theatre in Toronto.

This year's line-up is as follows: What Ida Said by Philip Cairns and David Bateman. Euchred by Megan Hutton. Word Play by Nick May and Jess Bryson. I'm With AIDS by Warren Wagner. Pee & Qs by Josh Downing. All plays appear at each performance.

The Details: Friday, September 26 @ 8pm Saturday, September 27 @ 3pm Saturday, September 27 @ 8pm Tickets are $15, available at the door or in advance at TicketScene.ca Alumnae Theatre 70 Berkeley Street Toronto, ON $15. http://gayplayday.blogspot.ca/

Friday September 26, 2014 - Queer Women's Night at Scissors @ Basleine Music Bar. House music for everybody. Bring your lovers. $5 all night or free w/ guestlist - just leave your name on the wall before 3pm day of the event cheap gin and expensive music. DJs whitewolf, sham and fawn bc. 865 Bloor St. West Toronto, Ontario 10 PM

Friday September 26, 2014 - Return of Queer West Toronto Midnight Market. On Friday September 26trh Toronto's sexiest night MRKT returns from summer vacation with music, drinks, street style food and local retailers. $5 at the door, bring cash for the good goods. Tons of DJs spinning all night long. https://twitter.com/MidnightMRKT Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/MidnightMRKT

Saturday September 27, 2014 - Mass-Queer-Aid 2 (Supporting Our Youth) @ The Beaver Masquerade dance party with music by Lobodotcom and A.Generalist. 10 pm. Pwyc. Beaver 1192 Queen W, , https://www.facebook.com/events/795122143873811

Saturday September 27, 2014 - 27 Dresses: Annual Cross Dressers & /TG Debutante's Ball Party for the community to dress up and celebrate who they are. 6:30 pm. Tickets: $100 per person Best Western Primrose Hotel, 111 Carlton, pre-register http://27dressesparty.wix.com/27dresses

Saturday September 27 to Friday Oct 3, 2014 - Toronto Palestine Film Festival Features, shorts and documentaries plus panel discussions with Palestinian directors and actors. TIFF Bell Lightbox (350 King W) and Art Gallery of Ontario (317 Dundas W), http://tpff.ca


* For event submissions, email Michel at outexpressions@gmail.com

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