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Doggie day in Cabbagetown
If you want a guaranteed good time, organize a doggie birthday party. Ticket turned 10 on Wednesday and her friends dropped by to celebrate. Also they munched down all the goodies.
Animal alerts
Sandy says that there have been three strange events with raccoons in the last few weeks and he wonders if distemper has started up again.
Kathy needs our help
Kathy (left in the photo) is a familiar person in Cabbagetown. She now works at Cranberries and has previously been at The Winchester, The Winny and Johnny Gs. Everywhere she went, she gained friends. She’s been diagnosed with lung cancer and she’s in a clinical trial at Princess Margaret. Her family are deeply grateful for the warm wishes and hugs that she’s had from her friends. She’s currently on an unpaid leave from her job at Cranberries. She needs our help with the costs of medication, transportation to and from the hospital, daily expenses and more. Please make your donation to her by email - kathy.11comeau@gmail.com
Save your spot now
The New Roots Dinner series is back. It’s Daniel et Daniel’s (248 Carlton) contribution to Green Thumbs Growing Kids. This year’s dinner - the first in five years - celebrates GTGK’s 25 anniversary. It happens at Riverdale Farm (Winchester and Sumach) on Tuesday October 22. The past dinners have been spectacular affairs and this year’s will be as well. Click here to find out more and to see examples of the good work done by GTGK. Tickets are available at Canada Helps - $250. Tax receipts will be given out for the ticket amount minus the dinner costs.
Kristyn Wong-Tam
On Thursday September 26, Ms Wong-Tam was nominated by the Toronto Centre NDP to be their candidate in the forthcoming provincial election. Although it seems early to be selecting a candidate, the NDP believes that Doug Ford will call a snap election. They want to be ready.
214 - 230 Sherbourne
The proposed 47 storey condo to be built on vacant land on Sherbourne has generated some opposition. The group 230Fightback wants the City to purchase the property and build social housing on it. Councillor Chris Moise points out that earlier negotiations between the developer Kingsett Capital and the City about a possible purchase by the City resulted in a wide discrepancy between the asking and selling prices. Since then, Kingsett has continued toward an approval of its application. On September 25, Kingsett’s application was approved by the Toronto East York Community Council and the application is now being forwarded to the full Council. The application number is TE 16.5
Worries about Allan Gardens
Several people have commented recently about the increasing number of tents in Allan Gardens. One Cabbagetowner who regularly walks through the park thinks their numbers are growing. He counted the tents yesterday and identified 16 of them and some of these were larger structures with side tents added on as extensions. It’s harder to get proper statistics now because the useful Dashboard reports stopped at the end of June.
Info about the City’s policy on tents
Councillor Chris Moise has made several comments on his website to clarify what’s happening in Allan Gardens. On his August update page, he reports that “100 encampments have been prevented from being established in Allan Gardens since July 1” and he adds that “Since last year, Streets to Homes staff have managed to permanently house 97 people living in the park and referred 412 individuals into indoor shelter accommodations.” On his September 4 page, he notes that “Trespass notices will only be issued after people living in encampments have been provided with connections to appropriate supports and indoor space” and he says that “A lack of available indoor space is what is currently preventing the City from relocating people in encampments.”
Another flag photo
Alex and Michael were in Croatia for a sailing holiday. They snapped their photo on the yacht as it came into the harbour at Dubrovnik. If you’re travelling - to a faraway place or just to Mississauga - take along a flag and brag about your adventures.
The Fair Share Market
Dixon Hall’s Fair Share Market is an affordable farmers’ market with seasonal local produce as well as imported staples. Pay the $5 minimum or the $20 market rate. The next one happens on Thursday September 26 from 3 pm. Outdoors at 190 Carlton and indoors at 188 Carlton.
Cabbagetown Farmers’ Market
The Market proved that it happens “rain or shine” last Tuesday. It’s the peak season for the best local produce. Check out the Market’s Facebook page to see the weekly updates and news. Tuesdays from 3 to 7 pm, Riverdale Park West (Sumach and Winchester)
Corktown’s Underpass Farmers’ Market
Open every Thursday from 4 to 7:30 pm at 29 Lower River. For this week’s updates, click here.
COMING EVENTS
Duncan Fremlin and Whiskey Jack
Duncan and his friends are performing in Toronto on Saturday September 28. Whiskey Jack now includes fiddler superstar Billy MacInnis and two-time Juno nominee Douglas John Cameron. They’re at The Free Times Cafe (320 College) from 7 pm. Dinner happens from 6 pm.
Danny Marks in The Distillery
Danny is performing on the Trinity stage at The Distillery on Sunday September 29 from 4 to 7 pm. He’s part of the live outdoor performances happening on Saturdays and Sundays. Two performers appear each day, at noon and 4 pm.
Indigenous vendors market
Saturday, 11 am to 3 pm. Indigenous vendors offer jewellery, crafts and more. Allan Gardens Children’s Conservatory and the Edible/Teaching Garden (19 Horticultural Ave).
Soulpepper’s Spooky Season Movie Night
On Fridays throughout October, Soulpepper (50 Tank House Lane) is screening four movies to get us ready for Halloween. They’re free but registration is required. On Friday October 4, it’s The Shining. On October 11, Funny Games. On October 18, Ready or Not. On October 25, Midsummer. NOW did a review of the series.
Winchester School anniversary party
Celebrate the school’s 150 anniversary on Saturday October 5 from 11 am to 2 pm. There’ll be an afternoon filled with historical tours, live music, delicious food, and a walk down memory lane. RSVP please by September 30. For more info, visit Eventrite. 15 Prospect Street.
THEATRE NEWS
Details, tickets and links for these productions are available here.
Alumnae Theatre
From September 25 to October 6, Low Pay, Don’t Pay is on stage at Alumnae (70 Berkeley). During its run, there’ll be a food drive in the theatre lobby - you’ll be invited to leave canned goods, rice, beans, pasta, flour, tinned soups and tinned veggies.
SHOPPING NEWS
Mistletoe Market & Merry Tea
The Church of St Peter & St Simon the Apostle (525 Bloor E) is now organizing its Christmas market. Vendors are invited to join. It happens on Saturday November 16 from 10 am to 2 pm. Tables are $50. For more info and to register, phone (416) 923-8714 or send an email - office@stpeterstsimon.ca
St Jamestown Steak & Chops
Mark has prepared his yummy Thanksgiving features - turkey, beef, steak, lamb and more are al available now. 516 Parliament
Kendall & Co
Renovations have started at Kendall & Co (514 Parliament). There’ll be a whole new look to the storefront and the front window. The store is open as usual while the work goes on.
RESTAURANT NEWS
$10 house wines at F’Amelia
Enjoy a glass of white or red house wine for $10 at F’Amelia (12 Amelia). It’s good - San Tiziano Chardonnay and Cabernet Merlot. Available every Sunday and Monday. And don’t forget wine Wednesdays - any bottle priced over $100 is yours for half price.
Singles mix for Sapphics and their doggos
Saturday September 28 from 3 to 7 pm. If you’re looking to meet like-minded people or you just want to enjoy your dog in a pet-friendly setting, come to The Aviary (484 Front E). It’s a unique mixer for the Single Sapphic community and their pets.
Mikaku Udon Noodles
One Cabbagetown diner has already visited our newest Japanese restaurant, Mikaku (229 Carlton). She says that it’s sparkling clean with great, friendly service and beautiful fixtures. She really liked the cutlery and bowls. And on Facebook, Tabatha and Lindsay both say that they enjoyed the chicken curry.
Oktoberfest at The Distillery
Oktoberfest is back every Friday, Saturday and Sunday until October 27 at the Pure Spirits patio in The Distillery. There’ll be a special beer release and schnitzels from Mill Street, brats and pretzels from Pure Spirits and live entertainment every Friday and Saturday.
Cafe Zuzu and Aki Studio
Show your same-day theatre ticket for any event at the Aki StudioTheatre (585 Dundas E) and get a 15% discount on your food and non-alcoholic beverages at Cafe Zuzu (555 Dundas E).
WEEKLY CALENDAR - CLUBS & PUBS
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 26 TO SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 29
For contact info about these clubs and restaurants, see the list at the bottom of this page.
THURSDAY SEPTEMBER 26
Mill Street Brewpub
September 21 to October 27, Oktoberfest
Old Flame Brewery
7 pm, City Love open mic with Tito’s bbq
FRIDAY SEPTEMBER 27
Mill Street Brewpub
8 pm, Oktoberfest live music
Alice’s Place
Karaoke night.
Bisou
4 to 8 pm, tapas night
Decoy
10 pm, Music by Oakeve
Mill Street
8 pm, live music
Old Flame Brewery
7 pm, Jay Blues Trio with Hector’s Taverna Pasta
Super Bargain
10 pm, DJ Shamz
SATURDAY SEPTEMBER 28
Distillery Trinity Stage - live entertainment
Noon to 3 pm, SB Organ Trio
4 to 7 pm, Mark “Bird” Stafford
Mill Street Brewpub
8 pm, Oktoberfest live music
Decoy
4:40 pm, Great Lakes Brewery and Slowpoke Food Project
9 pm, DJ Moe Funk and friends
Old Flame Brewery
2 to 5 pm, Murray Drive plays with Pampered Pig BBQ & Hogtown Flea Market from 6 to 11 pm.
The Aviary
3 to 7 pm, Singles mixer for Sapphics and their doggos
Wing House
5 to 7:30 pm, Michael Caplan’s Porch Songs
SUNDAY SEPTEMBER 29
Distillery Trinity Stage - live entertainment
Noon to 3 pm, Rocky Vermeel & Queen City Blues Band
4 to 7 pm, Danny Marks Blues Band
Mill Street Brewpub
September 21 to October 27, Oktoberfest
Old Flame Brewery
2 pm, Sydney Reilly plays.
Super Bargain
3 pm, Paint Nite, Impressionist Spring Lake, with Tayaba, $45.
The Aviary
11:30 am and 1 pm, Jazz brunch with a live band
MONDAY SEPTEMBER 30
Mill Street Brewpub
September 21 to October 27, Oktoberfest
Stout Irish Pub
7 pm, Headscratchers Trivia
TUESDAY OCTOBER 1
Mill Street Brewpub
September 21 to October 27, Oktoberfest
The Aviary
8 pm, Bird Brain Trivia
The Golden Pigeon
4 pm, $2 oysters
7 pm, Live music on the patio
Stout Irish Pub
7 pm, Headscratchers Trivia
WEDNESDAY OCTOBER 2
Mill Street Brewpub
September 21 to October 27, Oktoberfest
F’Amelia
Wine Wednesday bottles over $100 at half price
Old Flame Brewery
6:30 pm, Trivia night with Bell Bell Pho
Stout Irish Pub
7 pm, euchre night
The Aviary
8 pm, karaoke and wing Wednesday
THURSDAY OCTOBER 3
Old Flame Brewery
7 pm, open mic with City Love
FRIDAY OCTOBER 4
Soulpepper Movie Night
6:30 pm, The Shining
Alice’s Place
Karaoke night.
Decoy
10 pm, DJ Double Denim
Mill Street
8 pm, Oktoberfest live music
Old Flame Brewery
2 pm, live entertainment with Mark Villamor
Super Bargain
10 pm, DJ Shamz
SATURDAY OCTOBER 5
Distillery Trinity Stage - live entertainment
Noon to 3 pm, Ori Dagan Band
4 to 7 pm, Elizabeth Shepherd
Mill Street Brewpub
8 pm, Oktoberfest live music
Wing House
5 to 7:30 pm, Michael Caplan’s Porch Songs
SUNDAY OCTOBER 6
Distillery Trinity Stage - live entertainment
Noon to 3 pm, Christopher Plock’s Sinatra
4 to 7 pm, Jamie Oliver Let’s Be Frank
Mill Street Brewpub
September 21 to October 27, Oktoberfest
Old Flame Brewery
2 pm, Zack Erickson
Super Bargain
3 pm, Paint nite, Under the Desert Sky with Tayaba, $45
The Aviary
11:30 am and 1 pm, Jazz brunch with a live band
CONTACT INFO
Alice’s Place - 554 Parliament
Aviary - 484 Front East
Bisou - 350 Berkeley (at Gerrard)
The Vibrational Apothecary - 243 Gerrard E
Cranberries - 601 Parliament
Decoy Bar - 370 Queen E
Distillery - Mill Street and Parliament
El Catrin - 18 Tank House Lane, Distillery
Golden Pigeon - 424 Parliament
House on Parliament - 454 Parliament
Johnny G’s - 478 Parliament
Keating Channel - 2 Villiers St
La Gloria Mexican Coffee - 453 Parliament
Mikaku - 229 Carlton
Mill Street Brew Pub - 21 Tank House Lane, Distillery
Old Flame Brewery- 45 Tank House Lane, Distillery
Playground - 492 Parliament
Stout Irish Pub - 221 Carlton
Super Bargain - 441 Parliament
Wing House - 420 Parliament
