Tuesday, November 05, 2013

Junction Residents Association Annual General Meeting: November 14

Toronto Junction Residents Association AGM, November 14, 2013
Flyer: Junction Residents Association (JRA) Annual General Meeting
Thursday, November 14, 2013, 7-9 pm; West Toronto Baptist Church
3049 Dundas Street West (between High Park and Quebec Avenue)

Junction Residents Association (JRA)
Annual General Meeting

Thursday, November 14, 2013, 7 to 9 pm

West Toronto Baptist Church
3049 Dundas Street West, Toronto ON M6P 1Z5 (Map / Directions)
(between High Park and Quebec Avenue)

Pizza as usual!  

Come out and join your neighbours in a conversation on these Junction topics:
  • 2014 JRA executive team elections
  • JRA year in review
  • Goals for the Junction neighbourhood and plans for the JRA in 2014


Note: If you cannot attend in person, we stream a video version of the meeting. To watch it live on your computer, go to http://www.junctionra.ca/jra-tv. There may be a 15-second commercial (not ours) before you can watch. We’ll post the agenda on the front page of our website, so you can follow along. There is a facility for asking questions. If you have any problem with these instructions, please call 647-235-0843 on the night of the meeting and we’ll try to help.


It’s your Junction, it’s our Junction!

Visit junctionra.ca today
email to info@junctionra.ca

Here you will find a monthly round-up of local news and events for the Junction community:
JRA e-newsletter -  November 2013

Wednesday, October 23, 2013

Slavic Autumn: A Classical Music Concert by Prater Ensemble

Classical Music Concert "Slavic Autumn"  by Prater Ensemble, poster
Poster: Classical Music Concert "Slavic Autumn"
October 23, 2013 at The Toronto Centre for the Arts

Russian Carousel Cultural Centre
Prater Ensemble
Present

Music Wednesdays

Slavic Autumn

Roufat Amiraliev, violin
Alexander Volkov, violin
Valeriya Koroleva, viola
Olga Drugalyova, cello
Rachad Feizoullaev, piano

When: October 23, 2013 7:30 pm

Where: The Gallery, Toronto Centre for the Arts

Address: 5040 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario M2N 6R8 (Map)


Program:
A. Borodin (1833-1887) - String quartet #2 in d major
I. Allegro moderato
II. Scherzo. Allegro
III. Nocturne. Andante
IV. Finale. Andante. Vivace

S. Rachmaninov (1873-1943) - String quartet #1 "Unfinished"
II. Romance. Andante espressivo
III. Schenzo. Allegro

----Intermission---

A. Dvorak (1841-1904) - Piano quintet #2 in major
I. Allegro, ma non tango
II. Dumka. Andante con moto
III. Scherzo furiant. Molto vivace
IV. Finale. Allegro

For more information, call 416-727-5300
 
A. Dvorak - Piano quintet in a major, op.81, III movement- Scherzo.furiant
Rena Amiralieva - piano; Prater String Quartet: Roufat Amiraliev, Albina Molodozhan - violins;
Anna Antropova - viola; Teimour Sadykhov - cello
Uploaded by PraterEnsemble

Friday, October 04, 2013

Drop Everything and Sing: Junction Sing-Along Invitation

Drop Everything and Sing: Toronto Junction Neighbourhood Sing-alongs return
Poster: Drop Everything and Sing
Neighbourhood Sing-alongs return
Oct 10-Dec 19, 2013

Neighbourhood Sing-alongs return! 

No experience or talent needed. 

Judith, a lively retired music teacher, will lead with piano accompaniment.

When: 10am to 11am on these Thursdays:
Oct 10, Oct 24, Nov 7, Nov 21, Dec. 5, Dec 19, 2013


2014 Dates:  
Thursday, January 09, 2014
Thursday, February 06, 2014
Thursday, March 06, 2014
Thursday, March 20,  2014  

2016 Dates:   
Thursday, April 14, 2016
Thursday, April 28, 2016
Thursday, May 12, 2016
Thursday, May 26, 2016

Thursday, June 09, 2016
Thursday, June 23, 2016

Time: 10am to 11am

Where: High Park Avenue near Humberside Avenue, Toronto ON (Map)

How: No long-term commitment required.
Just register a day ahead by phone or email.

Cost: To cover the cost of supplies, a $2.00 donation is suggested

Info: For more information, please contact
Judith Butler
Email: Highparksingalong@gmail.com
Phone: 647-343-8412


Nourish Your Mind, Body and Soul with Song! 

links:
insidetoronto.com: Events: Toronto: Music: Drop Everything and Sing!
Nourish your mind, body and soul at these popular sing-alongs lead by a retired music teacher. No talent, experience or long-term commitment necessary. Register a day ahead for the session you wish to attend.
 

snapbloorwest.com: SNAP Bloor West: Drop Everything and Sing!
Neighbourhood sing-alongs led by retired music teacher. No experience necessary. Location: High Park Avenue at Humberside.Register a day ahead. highparksingalong@gmail.com to register.

Friday, September 20, 2013

Junction Music Festival September 21 – Program and Map

The Junction Music Festival Map and Schedule September 21, 2013

September 21, 2013; Dundas Street West (Indian Grove - McMurray Ave)
The Junction neighbourhood anchored by Dundas St. West and Keele Streets


The 2nd annual Junction Music Festival, happening September 21, 2013 features music on 5 outdoor stages, 20+ venues, both traditional music stops and participating local businesses, from café’s to bookstores, all hosting music acts throughout the day.

The Junction Music Festival Line Up

Stage Performances
S1. McMurray Avenue Stage      
Dirty Penny │ 9 PM - 11 PM
Junction City All-Stars │ 4 PM - 8 PM
Jake Chisholm │ 12 PM - 3 PM

S2. Pacific Stage      
Derek Miller & The Bliss Fiasco │ 9:00 PM
Annabelle Chvostek │ 8:00 PM
Joel Schwartz │ 7:00 PM
Freeman Dre and the Kitchen Party │ 6:00 PM
Irene Torres & The Sugar Devils │ 5:00 PM
Air Marshal Landing │ 4:00 PM
Christian D and the Hangovers │ 3:00 PM
Clear Stone │ 2:00 PM
Cassava │ 1:00 PM
Stephanie Cadman │ 12:00 PM
      
S3. Train Platform Stage      
Union Duke │ 7:30 PM
Young Running │ 6:30 PM
Chris Staig │ 5:30 PM
Dan Gooch │ 4:30 PM
The Cautioneers │ 3:30 PM
Bard From the Club │ 2:30 PM
      
S4. The Alleyway Jam Space      
Projector Jam │ 7 PM onward
The Starfires │ 4 PM onward

S5. Mavety Street Stage      
Friday Night Trend │ 7:00 PM
Eastborough │ 6:00 PM
Elos Arma │ 5:00 PM
Persian Rugs │ 4:00 PM
The Stormalongs │ 3:00 PM
DRUMHAND │ 2:00 PM
Emily Jill West │ 1:00 PM

S6. Indian Grove Stage      
Zeus │ 9:00 PM
Cuff The Duke │ 8:00 PM
Zaki Ibrahim │ 7:00 PM
Dinosaur Bones │ 6:00 PM
Soul Motivators │ 5:00 PM
Lemon Bucket Orkestra │ 4:00 PM


Music Performances Venues
DJ OH16 │ 2. 3030 │ in between sets
The Peptides │ 2. 3030 │ 10:00 PM
Julia Pal Trio │ 3. VESUVIO Pizzeria & Spaghetti House │ 6 PM - 9 PM
Ania Ziemirska │ 4. The Hair Lounge │ 1:00 PM
Nichol Robertson & His Honkytonk/Boogaloo Boys │ 6. Pandemonium Books and Discs │ 3:00 PM
Michael Fiorino │ 7. FYI Interiors │ 2:00 PM
Das Fagott Mannschaft │ 7. FYI Interiors │ Time TBD
Jason Craig │ 8. Latitude 44 Gallery Framing Decor │ 5 PM - 7 PM
Lisa Marie Kruchak │ 9. Cornerstone Furniture │ 12 PM - 4 PM
The High Tides │ 10. SMASH │ 2 PM - 5 PM
Mariachi Band │ 13. La Revolucion │ 8 PM - 10 PM
Andrew Tai-Soon Park & Friends │ 16. Agora Cafe │ 4 PM onwards
The Cookers │ 15. Real to Reel Productions │ 2 PM - 4 PM
Jessica Bundy │ 17. West Toronto Paint & Wallpaper │ 2 PM - 3 PM
DJ Cozmic Cat │ 18. Gerhard Supply │ Time TBD
The Undadogg │ 19. The Beet Organic Cafe │ Time TBD
Kingsley Ettienne │ 20. Opticianado │ Time TBD
John T. Davis │ 20. Opticianado │ Time TBD
Oolong 7 │ 21. Haveli Home │ 2 PM - 4 PM
Young Running │ 22. The Hole in the Wall │ 8:00 PM
Richard Keelan │ 23. Shoxs │ TimeTBD
Glenn Williams │ Snug as a Bug │ 1:00 PM
The Imbayakunas │ Espresso Mi Vida │ Time TBD

The Junction Music Festival 2013

The Junction BIA is pleased to  announced the lineup and details for their 2nd annual Junction Music Festival, happening September 21st on outdoor stages and in businesses across the Junction neighbourhood anchored by Dundas St. West and Keele Streets.

Headliners include classic rock revivalists Zeus, alt-country heroes Cuff the Duke, klezmer-punks Lemon Bucket Orkestra, and Canadian/South African R&B singer Zaki Ibrahim, whose recent album Every Opposite is short-listed for the coveted Polaris Music Prize, awarded to the Canadian album “of the highest artistic integrity, without regard to musical genre, professional affiliation, or sales history.”  Ibrahim finds out if she’s won the $30,000 prize only 2 days after the festival.

The event features music on 5 outdoor stages, 20+ venues, both traditional music stops and participating local businesses, from café’s to bookstores, all hosting music acts throughout the day.

The bill features artists an eclectic mix of genres, from funk to punk to jazz and latin, focusing largely on Junction-area talent, and interweaving other artists who have unique connections to the neighbourhood.

“My dad was born and raised in the Junction on Clendenan Avenue, so we have a long family history with this area of Toronto“ says Cuff The Duke’s Wayne Petti. All of the artists’ unique Junction-area stories are available on the festival website.

In addition to performances, there will be music workshops and other programming, and local businesses are taking the opportunity to present music-related offerings on the day, including music-inspired menus from local eateries, and more.

The event is completely free and is an all day event.  The outdoor programming is all-ages, while the venue programming may be subject to 19+ licensing, depending on venue.

For detailed festival information go to thejunctionmusicfestival.com
Facebook Page dedicated to news and updates at https://www.facebook.com/TheJunctionMusicFestival
Official Festival hashtag #junctionmusicfest

Link: thejunctionbia.ca: The Junction Music Festival 2013

Junction Music Festival: A Vibrant Arts and Culture Destination: September 21
http://artjunction.blogspot.ca/2013/08/junction-music-festival-vibrant-arts.html

Wednesday, August 28, 2013

Junction Music Festival: A Vibrant Arts and Culture Destination: September 21

Junction Music Festival  September 21, 2013; Toronto; poster
Poster: The Junction Music Festival
September 21, 2013
FREE, All Ages, All Day Long
5 Outdoor Stages; 20+ Participation Venues

The Junction Business Improvement Area presents

The Junction Music Festival

Date: Saturday, September 21st, 2013

Time: noon - 11 pm

Location: The Junction


On Saturday, September 21st, 2013 let the Music guide you through the Junction!

The Junction Music Festival is a festival of independent music for all ages, taking place September 21st, 2013 in Toronto’s Junction Neighbourhood.

Coined as the emerging art and design neighbourhood of Toronto, this eclectic community anchored by Dundas St West & Keele St 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.

For more information, visit www.thejunctionmusicfestival.com.
Bring your family, bring your friends and quench your musical thirst in the Junction!

DIRECTIONS
Anchored by the intersection of Dundas Street West and Keele Street, the Junction neighbourhood follows Dundas Street West and is easily accessible by walking, cycling, driving and public transit.

Walk: Easily accessible from Dundas West, Keele, or High Park Metro Stations. Average 15 minute walk (north).

Bike:  Explore West Toronto Bike Path on the way to the Junction. ( Detailed Directions)

TTC:
No. 30 from High Park Subway Station
No. 40 – from Dundas West Subway Station
No. 41 or No. 89- from Keele Subway Station

Drive:
From Gardiner Expressway, exit onto Lakeshore Drive and exit at Parkdale Drive. Drive north, until Parkdale Drive becomes Keele Street. Turn left/ right on Dundas Street West.

PARKING
Green P Parking is available at:
Pacific Ave South of Dundas St. West
2 Locations on Keele Street
Find Parking in Toronto with Green P Parking: Junction Map

ROAD CLOSURES
Pacific Ave ( between Dundas St. West & 1st alleyway north) 
McMurray Ave ( between Dundas St. West & 1st alleyway north)

Toronto Junction Music Festival September 21, 2013 Program and Map
The Arts Junction: Junction Music Festival September 21 – Line-Up Program and Map

Tuesday, August 27, 2013

Water and Glow: A New Show at Latitude 44 Gallery

Exhibition “Water and Glow” with Kelly Grace and Gosia Kosciolek at Latitude 44 Gallery: September 12 - October 12, 2013
Postcard: An Exhibition "Water and Glow"
Experience a joined fine art of Kelly (Painting) and Gosia (Sculpting)
as they explore these elements
September 12 - October 12, 2013;
Opening Night, Thursday September 12th, 6-10pm
Latitude 44 Gallery Framing Décor
2900 Dundas St. W, Toronto ON M6P 1Y8
Design by: Adriana Soudek

New Art Exhibition

WATER AND GLOW


Two Artist Show with Kelly Grace and Gosia Kosciolek as They Explore These Elements

When:  September 12 - October 12, 2013

Opening Night, Thursday September 12th, 6-10pm

Venue : Latitude 44 Gallery Framing Décor
Location: 2900 Dundas St. West, Toronto, Canada

(West of the intersection of Dundas Street West & Keele Street in the historic Junction of Toronto and wheelchair accessible)
Gallery Hours: Tuesday – Friday: 10am – 7pm
Saturday: 10am – 5pm / Monday: by appointment
Phone: 416-769-2900
Email: latitude44gallery@bellnet.ca

More information:  
Latitude44Gallery.ca: Event: Water & Glow

Kellective.com: In The Studio in August | Two Artist Show “Water and Glow” with Gosia

Gosia.ca: Events: "Water & Glow" | Two Person Show with Kelly Grace


 

Wednesday, August 21, 2013

Local Love: Junction Design Crawl 2013

Local Love: Junction Design Crawl 2013: Participating Venue Map: Be Guided by the Lights, Friday, August 23
Image: Local Love: Junction Design Crawl
Friday, August 23, 2013, 7 – 11 p.m.
Junction Design Crawl Participating Venue Map: Be Guided by the Lights
on Dundas Street West (between Indian Grove and Clendenan Ave.)
Postcard design by Alexandra Pettinato, Polka Dotted Pixels Design Studio


Enjoying your summer in the Junction?! But it's not summer without the Junction Design Crawl!

This Friday, August 23 a bunch of Junction businesses along Dundas Street West between Indian Grove and Clendenan Avenue will be open late as part of the Third Annual Junction Design Crawl. Participating venues will have white lights strung up outside so you don't miss a thing.

Come on out to The Junction and be guided by the lights!

Junction Design Crawl 2013
Friday, 23 August, 7-11pm
Hosted by Your Favourite Shops


Be Guided by the Lights at the 3rd Annual Design Crawl

Start off your Friday night by going out for an evening stroll, where all of your favourite stores will be playing host for the evening. The Junction Design Crawl is organized by a group of independent business owners in the Junction neighbourhood of Toronto.

Come to participating locations to see innovative design displays, participate in one-of-a-kind installations, savour exotic snacks, and hear great live music. All of the businesses participating in the Junction Design Crawl will have white lights strung up outside of their shops, making it easy to navigate the evening.

2013 Junction Design Crawl includes:
  1. Junction Flea Market
  2. Post and Beam Reclamation
  3. Forever Interiors
  4. Opticianado presents: MASTER-VIEW
  5. Gerhard Supply / Telephone Booth Gallery
  6. Mjolk + MSDS: selling tasty treats until 11pm, or until it all runs out!
  7. Phillipa C Photography: Photos of The Burning Man Festivals
  8. The Beau & Bauble + + Brothers Dressler Studio
  9. Narwhal Projects presents The Funeral [Their Collection]
  10. Full Stop Cafe
  11. Lori Harrison
  12. ARTiculations / Mason Studio
  13. Pandemonium Books and Discs: installation by White Sphinx
  14. SMASH presents the camp site of Troop 171
  15. Indie Ale House
  16. East of Keele
+ Frog in Hand: Performance at the Junction Train Platform

Check out the Junction Design Crawl website for more information about the event.

Be guided by the lights on Friday August 23rd at the Junction Design Crawl along Dundas Street West from Indian Grove Avenue to Clendenan Avenue in the Junction neighbourhood of Toronto!

Just make sure to add the hashtags to your tweets to get #JunctionDesignCrawl and #JunctionTO trending!

links:
artjunction.blogspot.com: Enjoy Your Summer 2011 in the Junction: Farm Fest, Design Crawl, Outdoor Cinema and More

artjunction.blogspot.com: Junction Design Crawl 2012 - There Will Be Something for Everyone

Sunday, July 07, 2013

Toronto Junction Events: Summer 2013 in the #JunctionTO

Toronto Junction Events: Summer 2013 in #JunctionTO  Outdoor Cinema + Junction Farmers Market + Junction Flea
Toronto Junction Events: Summer 2013 in the #JunctionTO
Outdoor Cinema + Junction Farmers Market + Junction Flea
Collage credit: thejunctionbia.ca


Come visit the Junction, Toronto's best kept secret!

Type of attraction: history, culture, art, nature, gastronomy and beer!

Here are some of the events on tap for this summer:

Free Summer Screenings in The Junction Outdoor Cinema 2013
Every second Friday in July and August beginning around 9:30pm at the Junction Train Platform!

Info: The Junction BIA: Junction Movie Nights 2013

The Junction Flea - Toronto Outdoor Antique Market
Every second Sunday at the corner of Dundas and Keele at Indian Grove from 9 am - 4 pm

Info: The Junction Flea

The Junction Farmers Market
Saturdays at The Train Platform on Dundas West and Pacific Ave from 9am - 1pm

Info: The Junction Farmers Market

If you would like to know about news and happenings in the Junction please follow the Junction BIA's newsletter - The Junction Tracks

#JunctionTO is a destination!

Wednesday, July 03, 2013

Free Summer Screenings in The Junction Outdoor Cinema 2013

Free Movies at the Outdoor Cinema in The Junction, Toronto; poster Junction BIA
Outdoor Cinema in The Junction: Free Movies Under the Stars
Screenings Every Second Friday Starting July 5 till August 30, 2013
Hosted by The Junction BIA in partnership with


It's time for another movie night!

Outdoor Cinema in The Junction

Free outdoor movies in the Junction will run every second Friday in July and August beginning around 9:30pm at the Junction Train Platform!

July 5th- Double Bill: Things to Come (1936) and Manborg (2011)
Special Appearance by Movie Director Steven Kostanski

July 19th-July 26th- Greenwich Village: Music That Changed A Generation (2013)

August 2nd- Citizen Kane (1941)

August 16th- The Fruit Hunters (2012)

August 30th – Movie Screening Audience Choice Picks!!
Top Hat (1935) Directed by Mark Sandrich ( 333 picks )
King Kong (1933) Directed by Merian C. Cooper ( 273 picks )
The Set-Up (1949) Directed by Robert Wise ( 124 picks )
Faceless (2011) Directed by Jason Lapeyre ( 37 picks )
Where Are You Go? (2009) Directed by Benny Zenga ( 53 picks )
Ping Pong (2012) Director Hugh Hartford and Anson Hartford ( 130 picks )

Total Votes ( 950  )

VOTE NOW at http://thejunctionbia.ca/junction-movie-nights-2013/
               
Location: The Junction Train Platform
2960 Dundas Street West, (just West of Keele St) Toronto ON M6P 1Z2
Get Directions: Dundas Street West and Pacific Avenue
   
Public Transit: Easily accessible from Dundas West, Keele, or High Park Metro Stations.
Average 15 minute walk (north).

More info: The Junction BIA: Junction Outdoor Movie Nights!

Outdoor Cinema in The Junction hosted by The Junction BIA in partnership with TAS DesignBuild, Raven Banner Entertainment, KinoSmith Distribution, and TABIA.

Movie Night Yummy Deals


No movie night experience is complete without a few snacks on hand.

The Junction Outdoor Cinema and local businesses invite you to grab special movie night treat, or to enjoy a special meal before the film begins! Explore the special deals at these fine establishments offering a Movie Night Special, or two:

Movie Night Deals in The Junction Toronto, flyer
Flyer:  Special Movie Night Deals
Outdoor Cinema in The Junction Hosted by The Junction BIA
Image Credit:  thejunctionbia.ca: Movie Night Deals


Come enjoy free movies under the stars! Come earlier in the day, explore the Junction! For other great dinner options explore our restaurant/ bar listings!


If you love summer nights and the public outdoor movie events in Toronto for 2013, please check out:

blogto.com: Free outdoor movies in Toronto summer 2013
Posted by Johnny Larocque / June 12, 2013

torontoed.com: Free Outdoor Movies with TIFF in the Park

Every Wednesday beginning in July, TIFF and the Toronto Entertainment District BIA, with support from the CN Tower and media partner CP24, present FREE outdoor screenings of romantic classics at David Pecaut Square.

Date - Time - Title
Jul 3 at 9:15 - Casablanca
Jul 10 at 9:15 - Moonstruck
Jul 17 at 9:15 - City Lights
Jul 24 at 9:15 - Sleepless in Seattle
Jul 31 at 9:00 - The Way We Were
Aug 7 at 9:00 - Clueless
Aug 14 at 9:00 - Sense and Sensibility
Aug 21 at 8:30 - Roman Holiday
Aug 23 at 8:30 - TBD (Rain Date)
Aug 28 at 8:30 - The Notebook

More info: Entertainment District BIA: TIFF in the Park Movie Schedule

Do not forget indoor summer 2013 films with Risa Shuman

Wednesdays Movie Night at Runnymede Library

6:00 pm - 8:00 pm

Films introduced by Risa Shuman, former Senior Producer of TVOntario's Saturday Night at the Movies. Discussion follows.

Upcoming Dates:
Wed Jul 17 - Blithe Spirit (1945) Directed by David Lean
Wed Aug 21 - Enchanted April (2009) Directed by Mike Newell; Screenplay by Peter Barnes
Wed Sep 18 - Quartet (2013) Directed by Dustin Hoffman

Wednesday, June 12, 2013

Junction Summer Solstice Festival Showcasing the Best Junction Has to Offer: June 22

June 22nd, 2013: Noon - Midnight
Presented by: The Junction BIA


Junction Summer Solstice Festival
 

June 22nd, 2013
Noon - Midnight
Presented by: The Junction BIA

Over 80 businesses bringing you:
  • Health Activities
  • Sales and Promotions
  • Workshops
  • Open House Celebrations
  • Music Shows
  • Special Events: Junction Farmers Market, Ferris Wheel, Silent Movie Screening, Junction Flea Night Market 
  • Art Shows
  • Featured Menus: Taste Of The Junction
Location: The Junction
Various venues along Dundas Street West from Indian Grove to Quebec Ave.
Dundas Street West and Keele Street

(The main intersection - Dundas Street West and Keele Street)

Costs: Free

June 22nd - noon to midnight experience the magic allure of West Toronto treasure - The  Junction!

The Junction Business Improvement Area presenting The Junction Summer Solstice Festival - The first festival of the Summer Season, celebrating the longest day of the year.

You can learn all about the Junction by enjoying a full day of activities and events showcasing the best Junction has to offer.

With fantastic summer themed entertainment, sunny energy and a shopping experience like no other in the City.

Celebrate DIY culture, love for art, design and music.

Green powered event showcasing our neighbourhood’s passion for healthy lifestyle and love for fresh quality food.

Day to Night enjoy family friendly shows and workshops, take a spin on a Ferris Wheel and taste the Junction.

Stay around for a special Junction Flea Night Market (7 pm-midnight), movie screening, enjoy the bustling nightlife.


Come celebrate the longest day of the year with this year's wonderfully exciting Junction Summer Solstice Festival!

More info: www.thejunctionbia.ca/the-junction-summer-solstice-2013



Junction Summer Solstice Festival 2013: Map and Events

A - Music Stage
McMurray Ave at Dundas St W
Live Music Stage

B - Free Bike Clinic
High Park Ave at Dundas St W
In celebration of Toronto Bike Month
Noon – 4 pm

C - Health and Wellbeing Pavilion
Pacific Ave at Dundas St W

D - Beer Garden / Outdoor Movie
The Junction Train Platform (2960 Dundas St W at Pacific Ave)
Junction Farmers Market
9 am – 1 pm
Beer Garden, featuring live music and entertainment
2 pm – 9 pm
Silent Movie Screening with live music accompaniment
9:30 pm – 11 pm

E – The Junction Community Hub Pavilion

Medland St at Dundas St W
Meet Junction community organizations; enjoy live entertainment throughout the day

F – Art and Discovery Pavilion
Mavety St at Dundas St W
Featuring art, design, educational activities, skateboarding competition, shows and much more

G – Ferris Wheel
Bank of Montreal parking lot - 2859 Dundas St W at Keele St
See the Junction as you’ve never seen it before – from above.
Noon – 10 pm

H – Junction Flea Night Market
Special night edition of the Junction Flee Antique Market + a bunch of special night events for your nighttime pleasure!
7 pm - Midnight

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Want to keep up with all the latest Junction news?
Follow the Junction BIA on Twitter @junction_bia
#JunctionTO

Monday, June 10, 2013

Toronto Maltese Festival Imnarja: June 30, 2013

Toronto Maltese Festival Imnarja June 30, 2013, poster
Poster: Imnarja Festival Sunday, June 30, 2013
Credit: Malta Bake Shop and Café
416-769-2174

Every year, Maltese Community of Toronto celebrates Maltese Imnarja Festival in Runnymede Park. Imnarja marks an important event in the calendar of Maltese traditional festivities. This year come to celebrate the Imnarja, the feast of St. Peter and St. Paul on June 30!


Imnarja Festival

Organized by the Maltese Canadian Federation

When: Sunday, June 30, 2013
The festival starts at 1:00 pm
Where: West Toronto Runnymede Park, north of Toronto Malta Village.
The park is located on 221 Ryding Ave, east of Runnymede Rd, and south of St Clair Ave West.

Malta Picnic at Runnymede Park Featuring:

The talented Maltese singer
Karen Polidano Zahra;
Folklore Dancing and Singing;
The Malta Band;
Soccer Tournament;
Lots of Entertainment.

Come and meet your friends!
Enjoy Maltese food
And an evening of entertainment!

Posted by eurovisionfest

about Imnarja:
The Feast of St Peter and St Paul, better known as Mnarja or Imnarja. The word L'Imnarja (L-Imnarja) comes from the word luminarja (meaning "illumination"), which in turn is derived from the Latin word Luminare - to light up. The people manifest this by lighting bonfires and candles. This day is a public holiday in Malta and Gozo


links: 
Carassauga Festival: Mississauga's Festival of Cultures: Pavilion: Malta, Host: Malta Band Club Inc.

ESCflashmalta: Exclusive: Karen Polidano speaks to ESCflashmalta
Written by Marc Calleja Bayliss

March in the Park: Runnymede Park

Friday, June 07, 2013

Premiere of Studio Theatre The Nose: Experience a Hilarious Dinner

Poster: Premiere: Don't Dress for Dinner by Marc Camoletti
Studio Theatre "The Nose" directed by Michael Nosovsky
Studio Theatre - Toronto Centre for the Arts, June 22, 2013

Studio Theatre "The Nose" Presents

Don't Dress for Dinner
Playwright: Marc Camoletti

Saturday, June 22 at 7:00 pm
Director: Michael Nosovsky
The performance will be in the Russian language

Studio Theatre - Toronto Centre for the Arts
5040 Yonge Street, Toronto, Ontario M2N 6R8

Tickets: $30

The Nose Studio Theatre presents a hilarious comedy of Marc Camoletti "Do not dress for dinner" - the two-hour show (with intermission). The performance will be in the Russian language and will take place on Saturday, June 22 at 7:00 pm at the Studio Theatre - Toronto Centre for the Arts at 5040 Yonge Street. Tickets ($30.00) can be purchased in Russian stores Knigomania and Yummy Market.

More Info:
Театр-студия "Нос" представляет вашему вниманию весёлую комедию Марка Камолетти «Не одевайтесь к ужину»

Случается, что чужие неудачи становятся для нас поводом посмеяться. Семейная жизнь одной благополучной четы, однажды превращается в запутанный клубок отношений.

Неудачи в судьбе мужа начинаются в тот момент, когда он, вроде бы спровадив жену, приглашает в свой загородный дом закадычного друга и свою любовницу. Но не все так просто: жена тайно остается дома из-за его друга, который также является ее любовником. Настает момент, когда все вынуждены выдавать себя не за тех, кто они есть на самом деле и каждому есть, что скрывать. Водоворот интриги также затягивает и новых участников истории.

Постоянно попадая в щекотливые ситуации, герои спектакля проявляют чудеса ловкости и незаурядную фантазию. Все запутывается настолько, что становится просто СМЕШНО.

Спектакль состоится в Субботу, 22 Июня в 19:00 в Studio Theatre - Toronto Centre for the Arts по адресу 5040 Yonge Street.

Режиссер-постановщик Михаил Носовский. Двух часовой спектакль с антрактом.

Продажа билетов ($30) в магазинах Книгомания и Yummy Market.

Wall - V Kontackte:  Alina Starkova

It is interesting to know who will play the cook!

Published by Iana Best

links: 
eventot.com: Спектакль «Не одевайтесь к ужину»
russianweek.ca: Event: 'Не одевайтесь к ужину' 
vk.com: alina.starkova: wall: Театр-студия "Нос" представляет вашему вниманию весёлую комедию Марка Камолетти «Не одевайтесь к ужину».

Thursday, May 16, 2013

Eurovision Song Contest, Malmö 2013 @ The Drake Hotel

Poster: Eurovision Song Contest, Malmö 2013 at The Drake Hotel
Saturday, May 18, 2013, 2:45 pm and on-wards
1150 Queen St W., Toronto, ON M6J 1J4

Eurovision Song Contest

When: Saturday, May 18, 2013
Time: 3:00 pm

Venue: Lounge, Sky Yard
The Drake Hotel
1150 Queen St W., Toronto, ON M6J 1J4

Category: Music
Type: Live
Cover: Free


The original reality show, the Eurovision Song Contest (since 1957, don't ya know) belts it out on the Sky Yard this afternoon. Come watch a colourful cast of characters compete for pop supremacy! Will they be as good as ABBA? (the 1974 winners) only time will tell.

Info: http://www.thedrakehotel.ca/happenings/2013/5/18/eurovision/


Eurovision Song Contest 2013 Grand Final

Saturday, 18th of May, 2013 (21:00 CET)

The Grand Final will be broadcast live in all participating countries. You can also watch the Grand Final online here on Eurovision.tv!

Viewers and professional juries in 39 participating countries will vote.Viewers and professional juries each have a 50 percent stake in the outcome. The professional juries will feature six members in each country. The televoting window will be opened after all the songs have been performed.

The Running Order for the Grand Final is as follows:
  1. France
  2. Lithuania
  3. Moldova
  4. Finland
  5. Spain
  6. Belgium
  7. Estonia
  8. Belarus
  9. Malta
  10. Russia
  11. Germany
  12. Armenia
  13. The Netherlands
  14. Romania
  15. United Kingdom
  16. Sweden
  17. Hungary
  18. Denmark
  19. Iceland
  20. Azerbaijan
  21. Greece
  22. Ukraine
  23. Italy
  24. Norway
  25. Georgia
  26. Ireland


links:
eurovision.tv: Eurovision Song Contest 2013 Grand Final

canada.diplo.de: Eurovision Song Contest @ The Drake Hotel
 
Update: The 2013 winner of the annual Eurovision song contest is Danish singer Emmelie de Forest with her ethno-inspired flute and drum tune Only Teardrops:

Video: Emmelie de Forest - Only Teardrops (Denmark) - LIVE - 2013 Grand Final Eurovision Song Contest 

Friday, May 10, 2013

The Junction Flea is back in the Junction: June 9, Same Place, Same Time


Poster: Toronto Junction Flea Market 2013
2799 Dundas St W Toronto, ON M6P 2J3
at the corner of Dundas and Keele at Indian Grove
Credit: junctionflea.com

The monthly Junction Flea is back in the Junction at the corner of Dundas and Keele at Indian Grove.
The first outdoor event of 2013's season is coming this weekend was on Sunday, May 10!


When is Keele and Dundas flea market open?

This season's markets fall on the following dates:

May 12th
June 9th
June 22 SPECIAL NIGHT MARKET!
July 14th
August 11th
September 8th


Time: 9:00 am - 4:00 pm

October 13th- NEW DATE!!! Junction Flea
Saturday, October 12, 2013
10:00am – 5:00pm
Keele & Dundas (map)
2803 Dundas St W
Toronto, ON



The Junction Flea is Toronto's newest west end flea market and antique show presented by SMASH and Thank You. Held on the second Sunday of every month, the Junction Flea features a mix of select independent vendors selling antiques, handmade craft+design, food, vintage clothing, records and more.

Where to find Junction Flea from May to October 2013:

Located on the usual lot 2799 Dundas Street West, just east of Keele and Dundas West in the #JunctionTO.

Map: Toronto Junction Flea Market 2013 
at the corner of Dundas and Indian Grove 

Mark your calendar and be sure to come to all of the Junction Flea's Sundays!

links - check them out:

artjunction.TO: Junction Flea Market Inaugural Season Starts Sunday, June 10 - Fall Flea - October 14
http://artjunction.blogspot.ca/2012/06/junction-flea-market-inaugural-season.html

artjunction.TO: Junction Fall Flea Market October 14, 2012

twitter.com: #JunctionFlea
 

Debut of the Junction Flea Market
#JunctionFlea Sunday, June 10, 2012
+ New images from August 12th Bazaar
flickr: itceremony

Tuesday, April 16, 2013

Press-Release: Photography Takes Over The Junction With an Opening Gala Event: May 4, 2013

Postcard: Photography in the Junction: May 1 - 30, 2013
Opening reception: Saturday, May 4, 2013

MEDIA ADVISORY

Photography Takes Over The Junction With an Opening Gala Event

Toronto, ON - April 16, 2013 - The Junction Business Improvement Area is pleased to launch another year of Photography in the Junction - part of Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival.

From May 1 - 31, the Junction will be home to 18 venues showcasing the fine photographic works of over 20 artists. Come stroll Toronto's emerging art and design destination and discover a collection of unique pop-up galleries ranging from cafes to restaurants to retail stores. On May 4th you will be able to enjoy the opening receptions for several photography shows at these galleries along Dundas St. West at Keele St. and have the chance to appreciate the artists and their work.

Furthermore, please join us for our opening gala reception on Saturday May 4th from 6PM to 10PM at Dundas St. W and Pacific Ave. for an evening dedicated to celebrating Photography in the Junction. Come and find out what the festival is about, experience a digital photographic work presentation and partake in the audience choice awards. Don't miss the opportunity to be a part of the kick-off to Photography in the Junction, with the highest concentration of participating venues in the city for the duration of the internationally acclaimed CONTACT Photography Festival.

CONTACT Photography Festival is an annual event held in May designed to exhibit both Canadian and International photographers across over 175 venues throughout the Greater Toronto Area. Founded in 1997 and now a charitable organization, the festival is committed to fostering, celebrating and advancing knowledge in photography, while stimulating excitement among a diverse audience of over 1.8 million.

Make sure to join us in the Junction for our opening event(s) on Saturday May 4th, 2013!

When: Saturday May 4th, 2013 from 6PM - 10PM
(Exhibitions will continue for the duration of Photography in the Junction May 1 - 31)

Where: Opening Reception at Dundas Street West and Pacific Avenue with the Festival taking place at 18 locations throughout the Junction

Who: The Junction Business Improvement Area (BIA)

Contact: Kristina Skindelyte, Executive Director, The Junction BIA

For more information about Photography in the Junction, visit http://thejunctionbia.ca/contact-2013/
or email thejunctionbia@gmail.com

Attached: Festival Poster & Festival Map


Map: Photography in the Junction: May 1 - 30, 2013

Monday, April 15, 2013

CONTACT 2013 Photography in the Junction: Field of Vision

Photography in the Junction: May 1-31, 2013; poster by thejunctionbia.ca
Poster: Photography in the Junction: May 1-31, 2013

CONTACT Photography Festival in The Junction
May 1–31, 2013
Presented by The Junction BIA

The Junction BIA is pleased to present another great year of Photography in the Junction - part of Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival.

This year you will be able to explore 18 venues and see fine photographic works of 20+ artists from May 1 - 31. This is yet again, the highest concentration of photography in the City, for the duration of the internationally acclaimed CONTACT Photography Festival.

CONTACT Photography Festival in the Junction Kickoff
May 4, 6-10 pm

The Junction BIA will kick-off CONTACT Photography Festival with an opening reception event on May 4th. From 6PM-10 PM a special opening reception at Dundas St. West and Pacific Avenue will invite you into a photography gala event.

Come and enjoy music, audience choice awards and special guests from CONTACT Photography!

Location: Anchored by the intersection of Dundas Street West and Keele Street, the Junction neighbourhood follows Dundas Street West and is an emerging art and design district.
Public Transit:  Easily accessible from Dundas West, Keele, or High Park Metro Stations. Average 15 minute walk (north).

TTC:
-No. 30 from High Park Subway Station
-No.40 – from Dundas West Subway Station
-No. 41- from Keele Subway Station
-No. 89- from Keele Subway Station


Credit: toronto.toronto.ca
Please find more details about all venues & photographers; opening reception, map & directions on
thejunctionbia.ca: CONTACT Photography Festival in the Junction May 1-31, 2013



CONTACT 2013 Photography in the Junction: Field of Vision: IT Ceremony

Photo CONTACT Photography in the Junction: Field of Vision, Toronto, May 4, 2013 by @artjunction
Toronto | May 4, 2013 @ artjunction.blogspot.com

Sunday, April 14, 2013

Celebrate Earth Week Community Festival April 20 at the Runnymede Park

Earth Week Festival, April 20, 12-4 at Runnymede Park, flyer by Toronto Cow Save
Poster: Earth Week Community Festival
Saturday, April 20, 2013, 12-4 pm
West Toronto Runnymede Park, 221 Ryding Ave M6N 1H6

You're Invited...


Earth Week Community Festival

Organized by Toronto Cow Save

When: Saturday, April 20, 2013
Time: 12-4 pm
Where: West Toronto Runnymede Park
Location: 221 Ryding Ave., Toronto M6N 1H6
The park is located on Ryding Ave, east of Runnymede Road, and south of St. Clair Ave West.
Runnymede Park - home to the George Bell Arena

Earth Week Community Festival
Featuring:

More info: Junction Parents: Earth Week Community Festival

Celebrate Earth Day with over a week of activities!

Saturday, April 20 - Community Clean-up Day - Help Clean Toronto Together!
Saturday April 27 -  Toronto’s Green 13 Fundraising Rain Barrel Sale & Pickup
12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
FreshCo Food Store, East end of parking lot
3400 Dundas Street West, Toronto, ON  M6S 3H4
Just West of Runnymede Road

Orders are now being taken by Green 13 and collaborators for an environmentally friendly rain barrel, $60 per barrel.
More info: rainbarrel.ca/green13

Friday, March 15, 2013

2013 Toronto Junction BIA Events

Toronto Junction BIA 2013 Calendar of Events, image by thejunctionbia.ca
Image: Welcome to the Junction
The Junction BIA 2013 Calendar of Events

2013 Junction BIA Events

January 21-27
Toronto Design Offsite Festival
January 19-20
Junction Kick-Off Weekend

May 1-31
Contact Photography Festival
May 4
Opening Reception

June 22
Summer Solstice Festival

Summer Months
Outdoor Movie Nights

September 22
The Junction Music Festival

October 26
Pumpkinfest

December 7
Santa in The Junction


Upcoming event details and more:
website: www.thejunctionbia.ca
facebook.com: The Junction BIA
twitter.com: The Junction BIA

Friday, March 01, 2013

Function in the Junction 2013 – Tickets on sale now

Junction Residents Association fundraiser: Function in the Junction, April 6, 2013, West Toronto Masonic Temple, collage
Collage: The Fourth Annual Function in the Junction
Saturday, April 6, 2013, West Toronto Masonic Temple
This year’s function is about making art happen in the Junction.

The Junction Residents Association
proudly presents

Annual Fundraiser

FUNCTION in the JUNCTION 4

All proceeds go to Red Wagon collective / Monday Art Group at Evangeline Women's Residence in the Junction

When: Saturday, April 6, 2013

Where: West Toronto Masonic Temple


Location: 151 Annette Street, Toronto, ON M6P 1P3
(next to the Library)


Tickets: $45

Sold in advance only at:
Agora Café (3015 Dundas St.W)Latitude 44 (2900 Dundas St.W)

featuring dinner provided by local restaurants
&  desert table provided  by the J.R.A.
served from 6 pm till 8 pm
Silent Auction

or

$5 Admission
after 8 pm
Live Auction
Cash Bar
Live Music by Local Artists
at 9 pm


A message from the Junction Residents' Association:


With another year comes another Function in the Junction.

The Function in the Junction is the Junction Residents Association’s annual fundraiser.  Over the last 3 years, junction residents and local businesses have raised over $20,000 for great local causes.

This year, the Junction Residents Association is supporting the work of the Monday Art Group of the Red Wagon Collective.  The Monday Art Group was started in 2008 by the Red Wagon Collective.  They provide arts projects and programs for the residents of the Salvation Army-Evangeline Residence, present and past, at 2808 Dundas St West.

Currently the Monday Art Group has no funds, and our goal is to support them for one year, providing funds to pay for art supplies (consumable and tools), TTC tokens for out-of-Junction participants and to help facilitate the publishing of their works. More information on the Red Wagon Collective can be found on their website.

The 2013 Function in the Junction will be held on April 6, at the Masonic Temple, 151 Annette Street.


For more information, please visit The Junction Residents Association or contact info@junctionra.ca.

Below are the 2013 dinner menus, get you tickets today at Agora Café, 3015 Dundas St. and Latitude 44 Gallery Framing Décor, 2900 Dundas St.


Agora Cafe

Appetizer:
Salad:
Ontario apple, walnut, endive and arugula salad with honey vinaigrette.

Entree:
Individual Moroccan Pie
Butternut squash, marinated in a medley of spices and roasted, cranberries, shallots, pistachios, almond and spinach, layered with Agora houmous, enveloped in layers of phyllo pastry and baked to perfection.
Served with:
Yogurt dressing.


North of Bombay

Appetizer:
Onion Bhaji
Chopped onions, green peppers and spices mixed with chick pea flour.

Entree:
Butter Chicken
Marinated chicken breast cooked in a fresh tomato sauce with herbs and cream
Served with:
Aloo gobi – cauliflower (gob(h)i) and potatoes (aloo) cooked with tomato, onion, herbs and spices.
Rice pulao - saffron basmati rice with vegetables.
Nan - unleavened bread made with white flour.
Mango chutney and lime pickle.


Avec Panache

Appetizer:
Baby Leaf Spinach Salad
with grilled sweet peppers, diced fresh orange, chevre (goat cheese) and herbed vinaigrette.

Entree:
Beef Tenderloin Stroganoff
AAA Beef Tenderloin with fresh mushrooms and sweet peppers in a sauce of natural juices and sour cream.
Served with:
Herbed rice and fresh vegetables.

JRA's Fundraiser Function in the Junction 4: April 6, 2013, poster
Poster: JRA's Fundraiser Function in the Junction 4
Saturday, April 6, 2013, @ West Toronto Masonic Temple
Poster design by Mark@MasterEnglish.ca
Printed by vj@dundasmarketing.ca
Credit: Junction Residents Association

So it is really great for us that this year Function in the Junction is giving the proceeds of the event to the Red Wagon Collective. This will allow us to get the much needed materials we will need to keep the art group going for quite a while. With this funding we also hope to embark on new, strange and wonderful projects that we can share with the neighbourhood.

 The Gathering Space blog for the Red Wagon Collective