Bits and pieces about arts and culture events in the west-end neighbourhood known as the Junction Toronto, and about some cultural events coming up in the GTA. Hello and welcome to Our #JunctionTO Neighbourhood!
Screenshot: Lhasa Tribute Concerts for the 20th Anniversary of La LLorona With the album's original band: Y. Desrosiers , M. Légaré, F. Lalonde, D. Dumontier. In december 2017, Paris and Montreal.
A tribute concert for Lhasa de Sela to celebrate the 20th anniversary of the album La Llorona one night only!
HommageàLhasa
La Route Chante - 20 ans de La Llorona @ MTELUS, Montreal 16 décembre
Directed by Émilie Laforest
A tribute concert celebrating Lhasa and the 20th anniversary of her album La Llorona will be presented on December the 16th, 2017 in Montreal at the MTELUS.
1st act: La Llorona
La Llorona's 11 songs will be played in order, in its entirety with the original band who played on the album: Yves Desrosiers, Mario Légaré, François Lalonde and Dider Dumoutier, with Joe Grass on the pedal steel
2nd act: A variety of selections from the rest of Lhasa's discography
Invited artists: Ana Moura, Patrick Watson, Marie-Pierre Arthur, Betty Bonifassi, Martha Wainwright, Ariel Engle, Fred Fortin, Plants and Animals, Camélia Jordana, Katie Moore and Amparo Sánchez
Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival: Participate in CONTACT
Participate in CONTACT 2018 The Scotiabank CONTACT Photography Festival invites participation from photographic artists for May 2018, either as a Featured Exhibition or an Open Exhibition.
The Featured Exhibitions program showcases high-calibre exhibitions and recognizes exceptional photo-based projects. Featured Exhibitions are subject to a juried submission process, and are eligible for The Gattuso Prize, a $5,000 award that acknowledges an outstanding exhibition in the Festival.
The Open Exhibitions program provides a valuable opportunity to have photographic work exhibited in conjunction with other emerging and established artists, and to inspire and engage with the city through photography. Open Exhibitions are non-juried and are therefore accessible to all interested participants and exhibition spaces.
All artists/organizers must have a confirmed exhibition space in order to participate in CONTACT.
A participation fee applies:
Early bird fee (available until November 6, 2017)
$275 + HST
Regular registration fee (after November 7, 2017)
$350 + HST
Important Deadlines:
November 13, 2017 - Featured Exhibition submissions due
December 4, 2017 - Open Exhibitions registration closes
Submissions are not sought for CONTACT's curated programming, including Primary Exhibitions, Public Installations and Special Events.
About Scotiabank CONTACT Photography FestivalCONTACT is the largest photography event in the world, and a premiere cultural experience in Canada, with over 1500 artists in 200 exhibitions and happenings throughout the month of May in the Greater Toronto Area. Founded in 1997, CONTACT is a not-for-profit organization dedicated to celebrating and fostering the art and profession of photography. All exhibitions and events are free to attend unless otherwise noted.
From Russia, with Love This is Romanticism that grabs hold of your heartstrings and seduces you with the spectrum of human emotion. Arensky and Rachmaninov will take you on a rollercoaster ride through loss and tragedy while Shchedrin reminds us not to take ourselves too seriously. Three Russian master composers, three approaches to memory and mourning, redeemed by hope.
About Decus Duo
Violinist Lucia Barcari and pianist Katya Khatsko are a new and dynamic ensemble based in Toronto, performing a wide range of classical music with an emphasis on Romantic and Contemporary music. Duo presents distinctive programs build on Theme, Concept, Conventional Program with a Twist, and a balanced selection of popular classics as well as newer works.
They are reaching into the lives of people who are thrilled to discover the wonderful world of classical music and to the most seasoned music lovers who wouldn't miss an inspiring concert for the world.
Zalucky Contemporary is participating in Art Toronto's West-End Gallery Hop Friday, October 27, 2017, 6:00 - 10:00PM Image: Opening night preview for Lee Henderson's "And the voices came from nowhere" at Zalucky Contemporary.
Friday Night West-End Gallery Hop organized by Art Toronto
DATE: Friday, October 27, 2017 TIME: 6:00 - 10:00PM LOCATION: 13 West-end Galleries ACCESS: Free event open to the public.
One of the highlights of his year Art Toronto International Fair is the Friday Night West-End Gallery Hop. Starting at 6:00 PM on October 27th, you are invited to hop across thirteen of the top contemporary galleries in Toronto's west-end. These galleries will be welcoming art enthusiasts for a night of refreshments and incredible art!
Zalucky Contemporary is an art gallery located in the Historic Junction neghbourhood will be participating in the Art Toronto's "West-End Gallery Hop". The exhibiting artist Lee Henderson will be present at the gallery, showcasing his new work “And the voices came from nowhere”, and refreshments will be served.
Art Toronto's West-End Gallery Hop Map Zalucky Contemporary is #13 on the map.
Art Toronto
Canada's leading international fair for modern and contemporary art runs from October 27th - 30th at the Metro Convention Centre.
Zalucky Contemporary will be at Booth V02 in the Verge section.
Zalucky Contemporary
Open: Wednesday to Saturday: 11am - 6pm or by appointment
The gallery is located at 3044 Dundas St. W, in the Junction and just west of High Park Avenue.
phone: 647-352-3331
web: www.zaluckycontemporary.com
email: info@zaluckycontemporary.com
The Junction will be full of fall spirit, with activities for all ages. Those in costume can go trick-or-treating at local businesses (local for the Pumpkinfest Trick or Treat Location decal on their windows) and participate in The Junction City Music Hall’s Monster Mash Costume Dance Party from 2:00 – 5:00 p.m.
The Monster Mash is a family event, it is $5 per group, and everyone is welcome. Come on out with your costumes, dance, and play pinball and win some great prizes.
Weather permitting, there will be a Bouncy Castle at Junction Health.
Screenshot: TIFF Calendar: The Poetry of Apocalypse: The Films of Andrei Tarkovsky
November 9-30, 2017 at the TIFF Bell Lightbox
This TIFF’s fall lineup includes a retrospective of Andrei Tarkovsky (1932-1986) films.
The Poetry of Apocalypse: The Films of Andrei Tarkovsky
The first Toronto retrospective in 15 years devoted to the greatest postwar Soviet filmmaker, whose stark yet sumptuous, elemental yet metaphysical masterpieces placed him amongst the “poet geniuses” of the cinema.
From November 9 to November 30, The Poetry of Apocalypse: The Films of Andrei Tarkovsky highlights the work widely regarded as the greatest of the postwar Soviet era. Tarkovsky’s films are stark and elemental, while also remaining incredibly sleek and stylish (see: his signature tracking shots and pitch-perfect sound design).
TIFF will show the first retrospective of the filmmaker’s work in 15 years with two digital restorations of his sci-fi work Stalker (1979) and Solaris (1972).
This series also includes such masterpieces as The Mirror (1974) and his first feature Ivan’s Childhood (1962).
Photo: Junction Tree Refuses to Die by Cheryl Creet
Junction Tree Refuses To Die
The magic and majesty of trees…and speaking of trees that refuse to die here is one from my neighbourhood that is going to get another chance from one of Toronto’s top arborists (seen through the leaves)…it is a Japanese Plum and quite rare for these parts...
Poster: Imnarja Festival Sunday, July 2, 2017 Organized by the Maltese Canadian Federation Credit: Malta Bake Shop and Café 3256 Dundas W Toronto, ON M6P 2A3
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: the feast is one of the oldest feasts celebrated in Malta and Gozo. This year come to celebrate the Imnarja, the feast of St. Peter and St. Paul on July the 2nd!
Imnarja Festival Maltese cultural event, featuring folk singing, dancing etc... Lots of food and other entertainment. Organized by the Maltese Canadian Federation When: Sunday, July 2nd, 2017 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, Toronto East of Runnymede Rd, and south of St Clair Ave West.
Maltese Picnic at Runnymede Park Featuring:
The talented Maltese singer Karen Polidano Zahra; Canada's premiere flaming guitarist Roger Scannura: Folklore Dancing and Singing; The Malta Band; Lots of Entertainment.
Free Event Saturday, June 24, 2017 Noon - Midnight
Celebrate the longest day of the year in the Junction at the Junction Summer Solstice Festival! Each year The Junction neighbourhood holds a Solstice Festival to welcome summer with fun, food, music, and entertainment. The fun starts at noon with family friendly events throughout the festival, all along Dundas Street West from Indian Grove to Quebec Avenue. Brought to you by The Junction BIA
Some Event Highlights: Junction Summer Solstice Festival on June 24
Bands: The Junction Summer Solstice Festival, June 24, 2017
TUNS, the Canadian 'supergroup', will be headlining this year’s Junction Summer Solstice Festival.
TUNS, comprised of Chris Murphy from Sloan, Matt Murphy of The Super Friendz, and The
Inbreds’ Mike O'Neill, TUNS will end out the evening on Saturday June
24th with their 10:30pm set on the main stage. This is an exciting new band of equals, of collaborators, of experienced veterans who sound as exuberant as ever. It’s like a music geek’s version of fantasy baseball. The band’s self-titled debut album was released at the end of last summer.
Schedule: Snug As A Bug Kid’s Zone at the Summer Solstice in the Junction
Visit the Kid’s Zone at the Summer Solstice, sponsored by Snug As A Bug in the Junction.
Heintzman Street will be turned into the new Snug as a Bug Kids Zone! Bring your kids for a fun afternoon (12pm to 5:30pm) of hula hooping, face painting, a magic show, and to bounce around in a pirate ship! Snug As A Bug will also be supplying a FREE craft kit for the little ones to take home. Don’t forget to stop by the store to get some crafting ideas and join in on the fun in the front window!
Can’t make it that day? Don’t worry, stop by the store Snug As A Bug anytime and you can pick up a FREE craft kit for your children. Each kit includes doodads and fabric swatches that your children can use to endlessly explore their creativity.
Poster: Junction Tree Tour and Tree Care Tips
Walking Tours, Community Groups, and Local Exhibitors at High Park Plaza
2pm Junction Tree Tour
3pm Junction History Tour
4pm Junction Tree Tour
5pm Junction History Tour
Community groups will be on hand to share their knowledge and engage guests with interactive activities at High Park Plaza.
Local residents will also have a chance to join The Junction Adopt-A-Street-Tree initiative, an exciting pilot project being launched by LEAF at the Junction Solstice Festival this year. First opportunity to the public to adopt their own tree!
"Last Call Before the Junction Goes Dry" The Night They Closed the Bars
and Other Spectacular Events in West Toronto. Neil Ross will lead two
walks at 3pm and 5pm, departing from the WTJHS and Junction Heritage Conservation table.
Capture: ArtTour Artists Market At The Junction Solstice Festival
The Junction’s Summer Solstice Festival has been a long-standing tradition on the west-side of Toronto, offering crowds of all ages a full day of music, art, outdoor patios, leisurely shopping, and entertaining programs. See you there!
Hey, friends and fans of Junction History, it's the Junction onstage!
CANADIAN JUNCTION: Town, City and Country by Neil Ross
Join Eileen Brown, Mikaela Cordero and Neil Ross for a reading of a new one-act play about the Junction experience and the birth of Canada. A diverse village and town becomes a city and joins Toronto as an equal (in its heart).
Featuring, from the Junction's past: Nursing student Anne Leun who broke the colour barrier at a downtown Toronto theatre. Merchant and philanthropist Mrs. Brown – who introduced the telephone to the Junction. Journalist A.B. Rice – for sixty years the Junction was his beat.
