Friday fun around the corner

Fun things to do on the next few Fridays

We know that you like fun just as much as we do.  So, here are some local ideas to change up your next two Fridays.

Open Minds Makin’ a Racket at the Rocket

Today! Friday, June 21, 2013 from 7:30 – 9:30 p.m.

Racket poster June 21And next Friday, start your long weekend off with some good old fashioned belly laughs…

Hirut Hoot Comedy Presents: Canada Daze

Hirut Restaurant, 2050 Danforth Ave (@ Woodbine)
Friday, June 28, 2013
9:00 p.m., $5

All are welcome for a comedy kick-off to the Canada Day weekend! Comedy, music and videos.

Featuring an all-star lineup:

  • Rhiannon Archer
  • James Browne
  • Judy Croon
  • Rose Giles
  • Cleve Jones
  • Martha O’Neil
  • Host: Winston Spear

 

And for something completely different, just over the Main Street bridge you will find an official Pride event next Friday at Ted Reeve Arena.  These three words will change your life, or at least your Friday: Lesbian Roller Derby.

The 5th Annual Clam Slam

According to the Pride Toronto website, “this is one sporting event you won’t want to miss this year!”

Friday, June 28, 2013
Ted Reeve Arena, 175 Main Street

Game 1 @ 6:30 p.m., Game 2 @ 8:00 p.m.
Tickets: $12 in advance or $18 at door
Kids 9 years old and under are free with an adult ticket purchase

Tickets available online at www.torontorollerderby.com or in person at Cardinal Skate Co., Rotate This, Sonic Boom, Soundscapes, Purple Pearl, and True North Climbing.

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Check out www.torontorollerderby.com for info

A Weeks Worth of Ways to Get Out of the House

Spring is chalking up to be a busy time for Danforth East!  In addition to the activities listed in a previous post, there’s also a transit expansion and funding discussions, a spoken word celebration via Open Minds and Red Rocket and an education session on encouraging young readers.  Take your pick!

#CodeRedTO Transition Meeting – Tomorrow

CodeRed Toronto

Open Minds: Makin’ a Racket at the Rocket – Friday

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Something for the Young Readers – Wednesday

Earl Haig - Reading

Three Things for you this Week

DECA Board Meeting – Tuesday

Come one, come all! The hottest event in town Tuesday, February 12 (aka today!) is the DECA Board Meeting. Okay, maybe not the hottest event but I don’t get out much so I’m really looking forward to it. There will be updates on the pop-up shops, East Lynn Farmers Market, DECA Arts Fair and so much more. If you’re interested please send us an email.

Makin’ a Racket at the Rocket – Friday

This Friday, February 15, there will be another edition of the Spoken Word Celebration at the Red Rocket Coffee House via Open Minds. This open mic night for poets, storytellers and authors will also feature author Eufemia Fantetti and playwright Sandra Cardinal. Show start at 7:00 p.m.

More Fitness Options at Monarch Park

There seems to be no shortage of options one has to stay fit in this neighbourhood. And now Monarch Park Stadium has expanded their offerings to include boot camps with kettle bells. And if that wasn’t enough, they are also offering ‘spin & run’ classes. Because there is nothing I want to do more after a spin class than go for a run. Really. But apparently the first class you try is free so you might as well try it out and let us know if you can walk the next day.

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