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canadian comedy at the centre (Centre for the Arts) Comedians Stewart Silver, Frank Spadone, Ron Sparks and others. 8:30 pm. $10. 263 Adelaide W. 647-436-2787

the night of the unboring (Ontario College of Art & Design) Video installations, performance art, cocktails and live auction. 7 pm. $150, 9 pm after party only $35. 100 McCaul. 416-977-6000 ext 1234.

vernissage (Schools without Borders) Art, music and a silent auction. 7 pm. $25. Artweave Gallery, 146 Dupont. 416-939-3521.

urban womyn's comedy festival (Da Kink in My Hair) Festival launch party. 8 pm. $55-$100. Opal Lounge, 472 Queen W. 416-366-7723.

zoo do ice (Toronto Zoo) Frosty cocktails at the polar bear exhibit, entertainment, auctions and more. 6:30 pm. $200. Toronto Zoo, Meadowvale and Sheppard. 416-392-9113.

Events

the adventures of joseph andrews Studio 268 remounts the Kenneth Brown play opening today. $15-$20. Tarragon Extra Space, 30 Bridgman. 416-531-1827.

almost young Exhibition of paintings by Nicholas and Sheile Pye. To Jul 2. Angell Gallery, 890 Queen W. 416-530-0444.

artist gardens Twenty-three gardens designed by visual artists including Sandra Rechico, Ted Rettig, Libby Hague and Michael Davey on display through the summer. Free. Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000.

bike repair workshop Learn simple tips on how to fix your bicycle. 7-9 pm. Free. Mountain Equipment Co-op, 400 King W. 416-340-2667.

the chamber Group art exhibition on the theme of the bedroom, curated by Kelly McCray. To Jun 19. Gallery 1313, 1313 Queen W. 416-536-6778, www.g1313.org.

cyberspaces of their own: female fandoms online Launch of a book by Rhiannon Bury. 6 pm. Free. Toronto Women's Bookstore, 73 Harbord. 416-922-8744.

demons stole my soul – rock 'n roll drums in contemporary art Exhibition of works by Han Bennink, Flo Mounier, Mirko Sabatini and others. To Jul 3. Museum of Contemporary Canadian Art, 952 Queen W. 416-395-7430.

environment day Composting info and supplies, a hazardous waste drop-off and free leaf compost. 4-8 pm. Wabash from Sorauren to MacDonnell. www.toronto.ca/environment_days.

farmers markets Ontario-grown fruits and vegetables, baked goods and more. East York Civic Centre, Etobicoke Civic Centre, Mel Lastman Square, Nathan Phillips Square, Scarborough Civic Centre and Lawrence & Weston. Details www.city.toronto.on.ca.

fassett! Exhibition of patchwork quilts by Kaffe Fassett. To Oct 16. Textile Museum of Canada, 55 Centre. 416-599-5321.

favourites: your choices from our collection Exhibition of paintings and sculptures from the gallery's permanent collection. To Jan, 2006. Art Gallery of Ontario, 317 Dundas W. www.ago.net.

furniture for the bauhaus Art exhibition curated by artist/art writer Gary Michael Dault. To Jun 19, opening reception Jun 11, 2-5 pm. Gallery 1313, 1313 Queen W. 416-536-6778, www.g1313.org.

future species: hybrids Exhibition of works by Karma Clarke-Davis, Istvan Kantor, Floria Sigismondi and others. To Jul 3. Museum of Contemporary Canadian Art, 952 Queen W. 416-395-7430.

david mcclyment An exhibition of paintings runs to Jun 25. 64 Steps Contemporary Art, 1164 Queen W. 416-535-7837.

isaacs seen: two on the scene Exhibition of photographs by Michel Lambeth and Tess Taconis. To Sep 25. Art Gallery of Ontario, 317 Dundas W. www.ago.net.

C junefest Deaf-Blind Awareness Month celebration. 1-10 pm. Free. Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge. www.city.toronto.on.ca.

lifebeat Musical variety show featuring local health care professionals. $23-$30. Premiere Dance Theatre, 207 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000, www.harbourfrontcentre.com.

lismer and beyond Exhibition of 75 years of art education at the gallery. Art Gallery of Ontario, 317 Dundas W. www.ago. net.

music garden tours Guided tours happen Thursdays 5:30 pm, Wednesdays 11 am. Free. Queens Quay and Spadina. www.harbourfrontcentre.com.

nxne film conference Workshops, masterclasses and panels for musicians and filmmakers. To Jun 11, kickoff party tonight 9 pm (Beba Lounge, 614 College). $99 w/ film delegate pass. nxne.com.

roz hermant Photography exhibition. To Jul 4. Steamwhistle Gallery, 255 Bremner. 416-922-4459.

neighbourhoods of davisville Leisurely 20 K bike ride through the streets and parks north of Davisville. 6:30 pm. Free. Davisville Park tennis courts. www.tbn.ca.

pond life Discover the diversity of pond life in an urban park. 7-9 pm. Free. Don Valley Brick Works, Bayview S of Pottery. 416-661-6600 ext 5660.

the shape of colour Exhibition of Colour Field art, featuring Clyfford Still, Mark Rothko and others. To Aug 7. Art Gallery of Ontario, 317 Dundas W. 416-979-6660.

tom simmons Stand-up comedy. To Jun 12. $2-$17. Yuk Yuk's Downtown, 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425.

success with roses Gardening presentation. 7:30 pm. Free. Trace Manes Community Centre, 110 Rumsey. www.leasidegardensociety.org.

larry towell Photographer Towell's exhibition No Man's Land runs to Jun 25. Steven Bulger Gallery, 1026 Queen W. 416-504-0575.

Friday, June 10

Benefits

day at the races (Ireland Fund of Canada) Buffet lunch, auctions, costume prizes and horse racing. Noon-4:30 pm. $100. Woodbine Racetrack, 555 Rexdale. 416-367-8311.

Events

bloody words vi Mystery lovers conference with panels, readings and workshops with Maureen Jennings, Lynwood Barclay and others. To Jun 12. $175. Marriott Toronto Eaton Centre. 416-597-9938, www.bloodywords. com.

fame 2005 Health, physique, fitness and model expo. Today 6-11 pm; tomorrow 9 am-9 pm; Jun 12, 10 am-8 pm. $25. Convention Centre, 255 Front W. 416-858-3263.

friday night ride Bike ride to L'Amoreaux Park and back. 7-9 pm. Free. Leslie and Sheppard. 416-897-1035.

irish ceili Basics lesson and traditional Irish group dancing. 7:30 pm. $8, stu $5. Russian Orthodox Church, 823 Manning. 905-270-1130.

lap dance with confidence Women learn the ins and outs of lap dancing. 7-9:30 pm. $35. Good for Her, 175 Harbord. 416-588-0900, www.goodforher.com.

reverend billy vs. zimmerman's freshmart Chernozym video about Kensington Market. 9 pm. $5. Uprising Books, 168 Baldwin. 416-766-0218, www.boilingfrog.ca.

rom friday nights Season finale with Canada Sings. 4:30-9:30 pm. Free. Royal Ontario Museum, 100 Queen's Pk. 416-586-8000.

tainted love Kiss Machine launch and goth-themed dance party with Ina unt Ina. 10:30 pm. $5. Tallulah's Cabaret, 12 Alexander. kissmachine.org.

Sabrina Jalees plays the Urban Womyn�s Comedy Festival on June 11.

Photo By KATHRYN GAITENS

Saturday, June 11

Benefits

charity bike-a-thon (CAP AIDS) Bike to support African HIV/AIDS workers. 9 am-2 pm. Pledges. The Docks, 11 Polson. www.capaids. org.

city park yard sale (City Park Co-op Community Development Comm) Today 9 am, raindate tomorrow. Courtyards btwn 31 and 51 Alexander, and 51 Alexander and 484 Church. 416-924-6294.

the horizon ball (Scarborough Hospital Found) Dining, entertainment, dancing and a live auction. 5:30 pm. $300. Fairmont Royal York, 100 Front W. 416-431-8200.

playing with matches (Princess Margaret Hospital) Semi-formal singles event hosted by reporter Cheryl Hickey. 8 pm. $150. Carlu, 444 Yonge. 416-703-9582, playingwithmatches.ca.

ustad rashid khan (Markham Stouffville Hospital) Classical Indian vocal singing. 7:30 pm. $20-$100. Medical Sciences Auditorium, King's College Circle. 905-202-3823.

relay for easter seal kids (Easter Seals Soc) Teams continuously run, jog or walk a 25 K course for 24 hours. Centennial Park, 256 Centennial Park Rd. 416-421-8377 ext 360.

rescue me walkathon (canine rescue in Canada) A 3 K walk, 1.5 K senior dog and puppy walk, and a barbecue. 11 am. Pledges. Rowntree Mills Park, Islington and Finch. www.rescuemewalk.com.

taste for justice (Amnesty International) Individuals host their own dinner parties and request donations from guests. Register tasteforjustice.ca.

walk for als (ALS soc of Ontario) Erin Park, Mississauga. Details www.alsont.ca.

Events

burlesque dancing for fun and profit Women-only workshop. 1-4 pm. $35. Good for Her, 175 Harbord. 416-588-0900, www.goodforher.com.

C billy & buster's birthday party Meet the mascots and participate in a fun and fitness challenge. Today and tomorrow 10 am-6 pm. Free w/ admission. Ontario Place, 955 Lakeshore W. www.ontarioplace.com.

cargo bike festival Test ride new cargo bikes and play bike games. 10 am-2 pm. Free. East York Civic Centre, 850 Coxwell. 416-392-7592.

C durham day Celebrating Durham region with artisans and performers. Time tba. Free w/ admission. Ontario Place, 955 Lakeshore W. 416-314-9900, www.ontarioplace.com.

environment day Composting info and supplies, a hazardous waste drop-off and free leaf compost. 10 am-2 pm. Victoria Park Transfer Station, 3350 Victoria Pk. www.toronto.ca/environment_days.

mary marzo Signing copies of her new meditation CD Goddess Blessings. 2-4 pm. Free. Omega Centre Bookstore, 29 Yorkville. 416-424-2086.

pride ride Leisurely 15 K ride along the Martin Goodman Trail. 10 am-4 pm. Free (for male and female queer persons and friends 17 and up). Sunnyside Pavilion Café, 1755 Lakeshore W. 416-533-6428, http://gaywest.905host.net.

ride residential north york Casual bike ride around south/central North York. 1-3 pm. Free. Glencairn subway. 416-781-3848.

C russian carousel festival Today and tomorrow 10 am-10 pm. Free. Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge. Details www.city.toronto. on.ca.

saturday morning ride Toronto Bicycling Network ride. 9:30 am-noon. Free (helmets mandatory) Boardwalk Barbecue Pub, Coxwell and Lakeshore. www.tbn.ca.

toolworks Community Bicycle Network provides the tools and expertise to help you fix your bike. Saturdays 1-3 pm. $5/hr. 761 Queen W. www.communitybicyclenetwork.org.

urban womyn's comedy festival Performances by female comics of colour including Sabrina Jalees, Virma Benjamin and the Raging Asians. 8 pm. $24-$29. St Lawrence Centre, 27 Front E. 416-366-7723.

yonge-dundas square artisans market Clothing, sculpture, jewellery, visual art and more. Weekends to Sep 18. Free. www.ydsquare.ca.

Sunday, June 12

Benefits

the amazing chase (Donikers Daily Theatre Co) An obstacle course/scavenger hunt through city streets starts 5 pm. $100/team of four, spectating free. Nathan Phillips Square, Queen and Bay. donikers_daily@hotmail.com.

heel 'n' wheel-a-thon (Chron's and Colitis Found) Cycle, stroll, run or roll. 10:30 am. Pledges. Sunnybrook Park, Leslie and Eglinton. 416-920-1212, www.ccfc. ca.

rick hansen wheels in motion (Bloorview MacMillan Children's Centre/Toronto Western Hospital) Walk, run, bike or roll. 9:30 am. Pledges. Exhibition Place. 1-866-60-WHEEL, www.rickhansen-toronto.com.

roar n' ride (Toronto Zoo) Bike Week 5 K cycle through the zoo. 8-9:30 am. Meadowvale and Sheppard. 416-392-9107.

toronto challenge (Toronto homes for the aged) A 5 K run and 5 K or 1 K run/walk. 9 am. $20, srs/child $10. Metro Hall, 55 John. 416-392-8911.

toronto taste (Second Harvest) Enjoy food prepared by 70 of the city's finest chefs, music and a silent auction. 6 pm. $225. Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay W. 416-408-2594.

Events

debauchery night Poetry and music for the open mic. 7:30 pm. $3. Free Times Café, 320 College. www.jillbinder.com.

etobicoke garden exploration Tour of four private gardens led by Frank Kershaw. 1-3:30 pm. $35. 416-397-1340, www.torontobotanicalgarden.ca.

C festival of fun and footwear Get a shoe reading, listen to live music, dress up and more. Noon-4 pm. Free. Bata Shoe Museum, 327 Bloor W. 416-979-7799.

C festival on bloor Live music, dance, street performers, a children's village and more. Noon-6 pm. Free. Bloor btwn Spadina and Bathurst. http://wx.toronto.ca.

fitness for psychiatric survivors Run or walk. 10 am. Free. Riverdale Perk, 633 Logan. 416-604-6973, www.accentonability.org/phacs.htm.

group paddle Paddle around the Toronto Islands in a war canoe. 11 am-3 pm. $19. Canoe Toronto, 283A Queens Quay W. 416-993-4224.

guerrilla gardening Plant seeds and seed -lings in neglected corners of public spaces. Free. Details www.publicspace.ca.

loving your body Women-only workshop. 1-3:30 pm. $35. Good for Her, 175 Harbord. 416-588-0900, www.goodforher.com.

maple leafs baseball Toronto Maple Leafs play Brantford. 2 pm. Free. Christie Pits, Bloor and Christie. www.leafsbaseball.com.

music in the orchard Outdoor concert by Yiddish Swingtet and a picnic. 1:30 pm. Free. Spadina Museum, 285 Spadina Rd. 416-392-6910.

C nature bites back: the case of the sea otter David Suzuki launches a nature film series. 2 pm. Free w/ admission. Toronto Zoo, Meadowvale and Sheppard. 416-392-5929.

C portuguese day Live entertainment, crafts, food and more. Time tba. Free w/ admission. Ontario Place, 955 Lakeshore W. 416-314-9900, www.ontarioplace.com.

ramble along the humber Canadian Rivers Day celebration. 1 pm. Free. Etienne Brulé park, Old Mill. 416-661-6600 ext 5291.

romwalk Guided walk of downtown churches. 2 pm. Free. Church and King. 416-586-5513, www.rom.on.ca.

savannah species planting High Park stewardship program. 10:30 am. Free. Bloor Street entrance. 416-392-1748, www.highpark.org.

C sherbourne community picnic Entertainment, games, prizes and a barbecue. 12:30-3:30 pm. Free. Allan Gardens, Sherbourne and Gerrard. 416-324-5088.

sherwood park Toronto Field Naturalists nature walk. 2 pm. Free. Sherwood Park entrance, E of Mt Pleasant. 416-593-2656.

streets are for people Cruiser ride and parking metre party. 1 pm (Denison Square Park, Kensington Market), 7 pm (Kew Gardens, Queen E of Woodbine). 416-929-4900.

tree identification bike ride Learn to identify common trees and shrubs. 10 am-noon. Free. Woodbine Park, Coxwell and Eastern. 416-778-7748.

Monday, June 13

Events

the art and joy of a hand job Workshop for women, FTM and trans men. 7-9:30 pm. $35. Good for Her, 175 Harbord. 416-588-0900, www.goodforher.com.

blue jays baseball Toronto Blue Jays play St Louis. 7:07 pm. $9-$65. Rogers Centre, 1 Blue Jays Way. 416-341-1000, www.torontobluejays.com.

toastmasters Learn fun and effective public speaking techniques, 6 pm. Free. Bloor Street United Church, 300 Bloor W. 416-244-4452.

u of t historical walking tours Tour the St George campus. Mon-Fri 10:30 am, 1 and 2:30 pm. Free. Nona Macdonald Visitors Centre, 25 King's College Circle. 416-978-5000.

Tuesday, June 14

Benefits

challenging barriers to serving non-status women Forum on the link between violence and immigration. 9 am-2 pm. $10. Davenport Perth Neighbourhood Centre, 1900 Davenport. 416-392-4760.

Events

art bar poetry Poets including bill bissett, Ellen Jaffe and Olive Senior read from work by Canadian poets they admire. 8 pm. Free. Victory Café, 581 Markham. www.artbar.org.

blue jays baseball Toronto Blue Jays play St Louis. 7:07 pm. $9-$65. Rogers Centre, 1 Blue Jays Way. 416-341-1000, www.torontobluejays.com.

city cinema Outdoor film screenings happen Tuesdays 9-11 pm. Free. Yonge-Dundas Square. www.ydsquare.ca.

high park walking tour Explore the park's flora, fauna and human history. 6:45 pm. $2. Grenadier Café, High Park. 416-392-6916.

tie me up, tie me down BDSM workshop for all genders. 7-9:30 pm. $35. Good for Her, 175 Harbord. 416-588-0900, www.goodforher. com.

Toronto Field Naturalists Morning nature walk to see what's flowering. 10 am. Free. Bloor W and High Park. 416-593-2656.

Wednesday, June 15

Benefits

articulation (Canadian Festival of Spoken Word) Spoken word open mic and slam competition. 8 pm. $5. Cervejaria, 842 College. 416-876-8361.

Events

blue jays baseball Toronto Blue Jays play St Louis. 7:07 pm. $9-$65. Rogers Centre, 1 Blue Jays Way. 416-341-1000, www.torontobluejays.com.

C drum day celebration 7:30-9 pm. Free. Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge. Details www.city.toronto.on.ca.

embodying sexuality Workshop for men of all orientations. 7-9:30 pm. $35. Good for Her, 175 Harbord. 416-588-0900, www.goodforher. com.

paul haywood Stand-up comedy. To Jun 19. $10-$17. Yuk Yuk's Downtown, 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425.

leo cahill tribute dinner Roast for Toronto Argonaut's legendary coach. 6:30 pm. $125. Monte Cassino Hotel, 3710 Chesswood. 416-341-2718.

queercab Youth open mic, featuring song, spoken word, drag, dance and more. 8 pm. Pwyc. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

romwalk Guided walk through Parkdale. 6 pm. Free. Parkdale Library, 1303 Queen W. 416-586-5513, www.rom.on.ca.

spadina quay wetland Help plant native grasses and wildflowers. 6-8:30 pm. Free. Foot of Spadina. 416-598-2277.

summer solstice spiritual spa Prayer, reflection, creativity and music. 7-9:30 pm. Donation. Mustard Seed, 791 Queen E. 416-465-6069.

Thursday, June 16

Benefits

bay street rat race (United Way) 5K run through the mean streets of the financial district. 6:30 pm. Pledges. Scotia Plaza, Bay and Adelaide. 416-761-STEP.

Events

C aurora day Celebrating Aurora with artisans and performers. Time tba. Free w/ admission. Ontario Place, 955 Lakeshore W. 416-314-9900, www.ontarioplace.com.

canadian peregrines Talk on difficulties facing the birds of prey. 7 pm. $7. Toronto Wildlife Centre, 60 Carl Hall. 416-631-0662.

caught in the act Launch of an anthology of performance art by Canadian women. 6-8 pm. Free. Toronto Women's Bookstore, 73 Harbord. 416-922-8744.

just my imagination Art by Stephen Andrews, Sheila Butler, Ed Pien, John Scott and others. To Aug 21. Museum of Contemporary Canadian Art, 952 Queen W. 416-395-7430.

music garden tours Guided tours happen Thursdays 5:30 pm, Wednesdays 11 am. Free. Queens Quay and Spadina. www.harbourfrontcentre.com.

patrick radden keefe Talk by the author or Chatter: Dispatches From The Secret World Of Global Evesdropping. 7 pm. www.learningannex.com.

pridecab Youth strut their stuff in the grand finale of the Queer Youth Arts Program. 8 pm. $10, under 25 free. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

pride employment network Talk on challenges facing Toronto police in the future. 7 pm. Free. 51 Division, 51 Parliament. 416-487-1758.

Friday, June 17

Benefits

dinner and auction (Juliette's Place) Music by Rudy & the Angels and special guest Spider Jones. 6:30 pm. $75. Spirale Banquet Centre, 888 Don Mills. 416-724-7322 ext 30.

Events

barbados on the water The festival launches with a street party. 11 am-2 pm. Free. Yonge-Dundas Square. www.ydsquare.ca.

blue jays baseball Toronto Blue Jays play Milwaukee. 7:07 pm. $9-$65. Rogers Centre, 1 Blue Jays Way. 416-341-1000, www.torontobluejays.com.

building your successful craft career Conference with talks, workshops, panels and more. Today and tomorrow. $242, stu $108. Register 416-925-4222.

dragged across america The B-Girlz are back in their latest glamour disco cabaret. Today and tomorrow 8 pm. $20. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

friday night ride Bike ride through Brookbanks Park to the Science Centre. 7-9 pm. Free. Leslie and Sheppard. 46-897-1035.

how to solve our human problems Talk and meditation with Buddhist monk Gen Kelsang Zopa. 7 pm. Free. Chapters, 110 Bloor W. 416-762-8033.

les demimondes Performance by burlesque troupe the Scandelles and post-show party. 8 pm. $18, party $10. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

C polish day Live entertainment, crafts, food and more. Time tba. Free w/ admission. Ontario Place, 955 Lakeshore W. 416-314-9900, www.ontarioplace.com.

Saturday, June 18

Benefits

C bbq for a cure (Canadian Cancer Soc) Pancake breakfast, martial arts kickathon, blues, a silent auction and more. 7:30 am-midnight. Free admission. East Toronto Masonic Temple, 13 Chisholm. 416-485-0222.

C book festival (World Literacy of Canada) Book sale, entertainment, storytelling, magic and more. 9 am-6 pm. Free. Nathan Phillips Square, Queen and Bay. www.worldlit. ca.

fundraiser (Birchcliff Bluffs United Church) Music by T-Bone Experience. 8 pm. $5. 33 East Rd. 416-694-4081.

C dog walk-a-thon (Etobicoke Humane Soc) Dog obedience demos and a walk. 11 am (rain or shine). Pledges. Etienne Brulé Park, Old Mill subway. 416-249-6100.

hope volleyball tournament (Helping Other People Everywhere) Volleyball and fun on the islands. Details www.HopeVolleyball. com.

june fair in the courtyard (St Andrew's United Church) A silent auction, home baking, books, CDs and more. 10 am-2 pm (rain or shine). 117 Bloor E. 416-929-0811.

Events

bay boat tour Tour the harbour with local historian/storyteller Mike Filey. 9:45 am-noon. $15-$20. Queens Quay Terminal, foot of York. 416-598-2277.

blue jays baseball Toronto Blue Jays play Milwaukee. 5:07 pm. $9-$65. Rogers Centre, 1 Blue Jays Way. 416-341-1000, www.torontobluejays.com.

brick works tour Heritage walk. 1:30-3:30 pm. Free. Bayview S of Pottery. 416-447-4895.

C celebrate father's day Bobsled pushing, Olympic rowing and other activities. 10 am-6 pm. $18, stu/srs $15, child $10, dads free. Olympic Spirit, 35 Dundas E. www.Olympic spirit.ca.

C chfi day Celebrate Father's Day with contests and prizes. Time tba. $9.81. Ontario Place, 955 Lakeshore W. 416-314-9900, ontarioplace.com.

civic participation for a diverse community Canadian Arab Fed conference. Today and tomorrow. Metro Hall, 55 John. Details caf.ca.

C clifford and franklin live Meet the CBC stars. 11 am-3 pm. Free w/ admission. Toronto Zoo, Meadowvale and Sheppard. 416-392-5941.

environment day Composting info and supplies, a hazardous waste drop-off and free leaf compost. 10 am-2 pm. Albion Centre, 1530 Albion. www.toronto.ca/environment_days.

from lecoq to gaulier: the volcano intensive Nine-day theatre intensive in jeu, clown and bouffon with Volcano Theatre Co. To Jun 26. $330. ross@volcano.ca.

hiv and spirituality Workshop for people living with and affected by HIV/AIDS. 10 am-4 pm. Free. Register 416-340-8484 ext 283.

live and loud Wild and sexy evening with queer rockers Rocket Tits and the Scandalnavia. 8 pm. $15. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

old toronto beer tour Explore the city's rich brewing heritage. Noon. $75, dinner $40. www.beerloverstour.com/toronto.html.

tiki tease Skin Tight Outta Sight Rebel Burlesque with DJ Oooo and guests. 10 pm. $15. Cadillac Lounge Patio, 1296 Queen W. skintightouttasight.com.

through the garden gate Self-guided tour of 20 private gardens in Rosedale East. Today and tomorrow noon-5 pm. $30. 416-397-1371, www.torontobotanicalgarden.ca.

york township's history Walk to look at old farmsteads and brickyards. 1:30 pm. Free. York Memorial Collegiate, Eglinton and Keele. 416-661-6600 ext 5291.

Sunday, June 19

Benefits

the best medicine (Mt Sinai Hospital) 1 K stroll, 5 K run/walk and 10 K run. Queen' s Park. www.mshwalk.ca.

father's day run (Prostate Cancer Research Found) 10 K run and 5 K walk/run. 10 am, registration 8:30 am. $30, adv $25. Sir Casimir Gzowski Park, Sunnyside Beach. 416-441-2131 ext 229, www.fathersdayrun.ca.

C ismaili run for charity (Hospital for Sick Children) Father's Day family run. 9 am. Pledges. Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge. www.runforcharity.org.

C zareinu moveathon (Zareinu Educational Centre of Toronto) 100 K and 50 K rides, a 20 K family ride, carnival and picnic. 9 am. Pledges. Earl Bales Park, Bathurst and Sheppard. moveathon.com.

Events

blue jays baseball Toronto Blue Jays play Milwaukee. 1:07 pm. $9-$65. Rogers Centre, 1 Blue Jays Way. 416-341-1000, www.torontobluejays.com.

cabaret vulgare Pride extravaganza starring Troy Yorke, Skin Tight Outta Sight. 9 pm. $15, adv $10. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

C dragon boat parade 11 am. Free. Yonge-Dundas Square. www.ydsquare.ca.

C father's day at the zoo Argo players, cheerleaders and more. Free w/ admission. Toronto Zoo, Meadowvale and Sheppard. 416-392-5941.

fitness for psychiatric survivors Run or walk. 10 am. Free. Riverdale Perk, 633 Logan. 416-604-6973, www.accentonability.org/phacs.htm.

group paddle Paddle around the Toronto Islands in a war canoe. 11 am-3 pm. $19. Canoe Toronto, 283A Queens Quay W. 416-993-4224.

let it go, let it flow Workshop on g-spots and female ejaculation for women, FTM and trans men. 1-4 pm. $35. Good for Her, 175 Harbord. 416-588-0900, www.goodforher.com.

maple leafs baseball Toronto Maple Leafs play Kitchener. 2 pm. Free. Christie Pits, Bloor and Christie. www.leafsbaseball.com.

music in the orchard Outdoor concert by the Vansickle Ensemble and a picnic. 1:30 pm. Free. Spadina Museum, 285 Spadina Rd. 416-392-6910.

poetry in the park Sheila Hyland reads poetry inspired by High Park. 2 pm. Free. Colborne Lodge, High Park. 416-392-6916.

romwalk Guided walk of historic Toronto. 2 pm. Free. 260 Adelaide E. 416-586-5513, rom.on.ca.

suburban spoken word Poets Ray Hsu and Barry Dempster plus an open mic. 8 pm. $5 cover. Queen of Hearts Pub, 390 Steeles W. 416-312-3865.

writing for young readers Workshop with children's authors including Sarah Ellis and Richard Scrimger. To Jun 24. Humber College. Details 416-675-6622 ext 3449.

Monday, June 20

Benefits

art auction (Nellie's) Work by more than 30 artists up for bids. 6-9 pm. Free. Gallery 1313, 1313 Queen W. 416-536-6778, www.g1313. org.

bury the dead (War Resisters Support Campaign) Staged reading of Irwin Shaw's play with Shirley Douglas, d'bi.young, Guillermo Verdecchia and others. 8 pm. $20. Lula Lounge, 1585 Dundas W. 416-588-0307.

Events

blue jays baseball Toronto Blue Jays play Baltimore. 7:07 pm. $9-$65. Rogers Centre, 1 Blue Jays Way. 416-341-1000, www.torontobluejays.com.

get her off Workshop on how women and/or trans folk can pleasure each other. 7-9:30 pm. $25. Good for Her, 175 Harbord. 416-588-0900, www.goodforher.com.

toronto cycling committee Meeting to advocate city cycling initiatives. 7 pm. City Hall, Queen and Bay. www.toronto.ca/cycling/committee.

u of t historical walking tours Tour the St George campus. Mon-Fri 10:30 am, 1 and 2:30 pm. Free. Nona Macdonald Visitors Centre, 25 King's College Circle. 416-978-5000.

world refugee day Activities mark refugee rights. Noon-6 pm. Free. Yonge-Dundas Square. www.dysquare.ca.

Tuesday, June 21

Benefits

pride 25 awards gala and dinner (Pride Toronto) Pride Week gala dinner with performances by John Alcorn, Laura Hubert and others. 6:30 pm. $250. Sutton Place, 955 Bay. pridetoronto.com.

Events

art bar poetry Joseph Maviglia, Ewan White and Medeine Tribinevicius. 8 pm. Free. Victory Café, 581 Markham. www.artbar.org.

blue jays baseball Toronto Blue Jays play Baltimore. 7:07 pm. $9-$65. Rogers Centre, 1 Blue Jays Way. 416-341-1000, www.torontobluejays.com.

boulevard beds weeding & watering High Park stewardship program. 6:30 pm. Free. Grenadier Café, High Park. 416-392-1748, www.highpark.org.

monkey toast, the improvised talk show CBC live taping of a comedy show featuring Lisa Merchant, Janet Van De Graaff, Doug Morency and others. 8 pm. Pwyc. Drake Hotel, 1150 Queen W. www.thedrakehotel.ca.

stripping for your lover Women-only workshop. 7-10 pm. $50. Good for Her, 175 Harbord. 416-588-0900,www.goodforher.com.

Wednesday, June 22

Benefits

articulation (Canadian Festival of Spoken Word) Spoken word open mic and slam competition. 8 pm. $5. Cervejaria, 842 College. 416-876-8361.

Events

artists explore parkettes Performance and installation in several parkettes. Details g1313.org.

blue jays baseball Toronto Blue Jays play Baltimore. 7:07 pm. $9-$65. Rogers Centre, 1 Blue Jays Way. 416-341-1000, www.torontobluejays.com.

the box Readings, film, music and performance by Claudia Dey, Paige Gratland, Karen Hines, Greg Hollingshead and others. 8 pm. $5 sugg. Rivoli, 332 Queen W. boxsalon@hotmail. com.

cheap queers The Hardworkin' Homosexuals are back with queer and queer-friendly entertainment. To Jun 24, 8 pm. $4.62. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

C community open house Games, prizes, food and info on preventing violence against women and children. 4-8 pm. Free. Cecil Community Centre, 58 Cecil. 416-392-3135.

umberto eco Reading from The Mysterious Flame Of Queen Loana. 7:30 pm. $8. Brigantine Rm, Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000.

dragons: china and the cultural revolution Gallery talk by curator Max Allen. 6:30 pm. $8, stu pwyc. Textile Museum, 55 Centre. 416-599-5321.

richard lett Stand-up comedy. To Jun 25. $2-$17. Yuk Yuk's Downtown, 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425.

maple leafs baseball Toronto Maple Leafs play Barrie. 7:30 pm. Free. Christie Pits, Bloor and Christie. www.leafsbaseball.com.

muff diving for all All-genders workshop on the art of cunnilingus. 7-9:30 pm. $35. Good for Her, 175 Harbord. 416-588-0900, www. goodforher. com.

queer reflections Stories, poems, photos and a zine by GLBT youth and seniors. 7:30 pm. Free. 519 Church Community Centre. 416-392-6874.

romwalk Guided walk of the museum area. 6 pm. Free. Royal Ontario Museum 100 Queen's Pk. 416-586-5513, www.rom.on. ca.

Carole Pope headlines the Same Sex Wedding Show on June 23.

Photo By David Hawe

Thursday, June 23

Benefits

kids on tv (Fund for Abolishing Bawdy House Laws) All-gender Pride Week event with DJ Will Munro. 11 pm. Free w/ bathhouse entry fee. Spa XS, 105 Carlton. www.kidsontv.biz.

used book clearing sale (Toronto Public Library) Today 10 am-8 pm; tomorrow & Jun 25, 10 am-5 pm. Free (most items $0.50 or less). Reference Library, 789 Yonge.

Events

aids candlelight vigil Talks and a candlelighting remember those lost to AIDS. 9 pm. Free. Cawthra Square Park, behind 519 Church. www.the519.org.

blue jays baseball Toronto Blue Jays play Baltimore. 7:07 pm. $9-$65. Rogers Centre, 1 Blue Jays Way. 416-341-1000, www.torontobluejays.com.

a day on the escarpment Bus tour for a fossil hunt. $20. Royal Ontario Museum, 100 Queen's Pk. 416-586-5799.

health and beauty day Displays and demos by chiropractors, naturopaths, massage therapists, makeup artists and more. 10 am-3 pm. Free admission. Central Eglinton Community Centre, 160 Eglinton E. 416-392-0511.

ignition Prism welcomes Pride with a party featuring DJs Paulo and TK. 10 pm-3:30 am. $15. 5ive Night Club, 5 St Joseph. www.prismtoronto.com.

is this love? New dance works by Sasha Ivanochko. To Jun 25. $15-$20. Winchester Street Theatre, 80 Winchester. 416-504-6429 ext 51.

ROBERT F KENNEDY A Call To Action by the eco activist. 7 pm. $55-$110. Location tba. 416-964-0011, www.learningannex.ca.

music garden tours Guided tours happen Thursdays 5:30 pm, Wednesdays 11 am. Free. Queens Quay and Spadina. www.harbourfrontcentre.com.

a night with an oscar winner Jeremy Edwardes talks about his career in theatre, music, independent film and television. 7 pm. Pwyc. Trinity Square Video, 401 Richmond W. 416-593-1332.

pink blood Launch of Douglas Victor Janoff's book on homophobic violence in Canada. 7:30 pm. Free. YMCA, 20 Grosvenor. www.pinkblood. ca.

public leadership Summit on training and preparing visible minorities for public leadership roles in the GTA. To Jun 25. Metro Hall (55 John) and Ryerson U. www.gtasummit.ca.

same sex show/same sex wedding show Entertainment by Carole Pope and Chezwick, fashions shows, a Red Zone and more. Today and tomorrow. $20, adv $15. Convention Centre, 255 Front W. 416-410-5455, www.samesexshow.com.

C tales from trees Hear about the lore and usage of various native trees. 1-3 pm. $5. Humber Arboretum, 205 Humber College Blvd. 416-675-5009.

tantra for queers Learn the basics of tantric sex. 7-9:30 pm. $25. Good for Her, 175 Harbord. 416-588-0900, www.goodforher.com.

Critical Mass ride celebrates alt-transport June 24.

Photo By Darren Stehr

Friday, June 24

Benefits

relay for life (Canadian Cancer Soc) Teams take turns walking, running or strolling around the track. Today 7 pm to 7 am tomorrow. Pledges. ET Seton Park, Don Mills and Eglinton. 416-638-0771, www.cancer.ca.

supper club (Canadian Liver Found) Pride charity dinner and dance with music by John Alcorn. 6-11 pm. $150. The Carlu, 444 Yonge. www.prismtoronto.com.

Events

boot camp Pride military and leather party, featuring the amazing porn show with Carlos Morales. 10 pm-8 am. $50. Kool Haus, 132 Queens Quay E. www.prismtoronto.com.

booty call Buddies' official kick-off party for Pride Weekend. 10:30 pm. $15. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

critical mass ride Cycle to celebrate and promote alternative transportation. 6 pm. Spadina and Bloor.

franco-fête Celebration of Quebec's national holiday featuring dance and music. Free. Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000, www.harbourfroncentre.com.

friday night ride Bike ride through north Scarborough 7-9:30 pm. Free (helmets mandatory). Leslie and Sheppard. 46-897-1035.

pride stages Non-stop live entertainment by Carole Pope, the Butchies, the Kinsey Sicks, Simone Denny and many others. Today, tomorrow and Jun 26. Church Street neighbourhood. www.pridetoronto.com.

women's pride dance Celebrate pride and diversity with DJ Deb Parent, Kelly Boy and Zahra spinning old school, disco, house, reggae and more. 9 pm. $20, adv $15. Opera House, 735 Queen E. ldevine@gwemail.ryerson.ca.

Saturday, June 25

Benefits

barbados charity ball (scholarships support and HIV/AIDS programs for youth) Jazz, calypso and more with the Merrymen, dinner, silent auction and more. Convention Centre, 255 Front W. 905-472-1188.

pride and remembrance run (Pride and Remembrance Assoc) Run or walk a 5 K course around Queen's Park and help support AIDS and gay/lesbian charities. 10 am. Pledges. Church and Wellesley. www.priderun.org.

Events

aqua Celebrate Pride at Prism's outdoor water party with DJ David Knapp and more. 1 pm-8 am. $25. The Docks, 11 Polson. www.prismtoronto. com.

argonauts football Toronto Argonauts play BC. 7 pm. $15-$65. Rogers Centre, 1 Blue Jays Way. 416-341-2700.

C blues for peace fest Jack de Keyzer, Tony Wild T Springer and the Spirit, Danny Marks, Maureen Brown and others, plus kids activities. 2-10 pm (rain or shine). Free. Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge. www.bluesforpeace.com.

C bouncy bunnies Meet and greet television bunnies Max and Ruby. 11 am-3 pm. Free w/ admission. Toronto Zoo, Meadowvale and Sheppard. 416-392-5941.

dyke march Women march for Pride at 2 pm. Starts Bloor/Church and heads S on Yonge to Alexander. Free and open to women of all orientations. www.pridetoronto.com.

C environment day Composting info and supplies, a hazardous waste drop-off and free leaf compost. 10 am-2 pm. Colonel Danforth Park, 73 Col Danforth Tr. www.toronto.ca/environment_days.

C family pride Crafts, games, kids entertainment and a picnic. Church Street Jr Public School, Church and Alexander. Today 11 am-6 pm, tomorrow noon-6 pm. Free. pridetoronto.com.

C festival of fire Fireworks choreographed to music from Greece. 10:30 pm. Free w/ admission. Ontario Place, 955 Lakeshore W. 416-314-9900, www.ontarioplace.com.

fruit loopz pride youth stage Pink Ink poetry slam, music, drag, comedy, videos and more. 3-10 pm. Free. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

a healthy walk Walk to community gardens and greenhouses. 2 pm. Free. Gunns and Weston Rd. 416-653-5400 ext 294.

homo night in canada Evening of high shticking with gay and lesbian comics including Diane Flacks, David MacLean and Oot & Aboot. 8 pm. $20. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

joy: the main event Prism Pride party with DJs Boy George, Tony Moran and Alyson Calagna. 10 pm-8 am. $60. Kool Haus and Big Top, 132 Queens Quay E. www.prismtorontocom.

C kids of steel triathlon Swim, bike and run for kids three to 15. Birchmount Community Centre, 93 Birchmount. Register 416-393-4311.

glenn ligon Exhibition of work by the American artist. Opens today and runs to Sep 5. $4, stu/srs $2. Power Plant, 231 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4949.

religious parents in secular society Interactive lecture. 3 pm. Free. Cedarbrae Library, 545 Markham Rd. http://rpss.maclenet.com.

tallulah's pride Bare-a-oke with Sasha Von Bon Bon and Kitty Neptune. 10:30 pm. $15. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

toolworks Community Bicycle Network provides the tools and expertise to help you fix your bike. Saturdays 1-3 pm. $5/hr. 761 Queen W. www.communitybicyclenetwork.org.

yonge-dundas square artisans' market Clothing, sculpture, jewellery, visual art and more. Weekends to Sep 18. Free. www.ydsquare.ca.

Sunday, June 26

Benefits

get off your buttathon (Canadian Diabetes Assoc) 5 K walk, fitness activities and more. 8:30 am. $20-$100 in pledges. Woodbine Park, Coxwell and Lakeshore. www.getoffyourbuttathon.ca.

Events

all-black comedy sunday Stand-up comedy with Kenny Robinson. To Jun 12. $10. Yuk Yuk's Downtown, 224 Richmond W. 416-967-6425.

C boardwalk bash! Party celebrating summer with a parade, concerts, boat tours, food and kids activities. Noon-6 pm. Free. Harbour -front Centre, 235 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000, www.harbourfrontcentre.com.

distillery district farmers market The market opens today and runs Sundays to Sep 25, 10 am-5 pm. Trinity Square, 55 Mill. distillerydistrict.com.

fitness for psychiatric survivors Run or walk. 10 am. Free. Riverdale Perk, 633 Logan. 416-604-6973, www.accentonability.org/phacs.htm.

catherine gildner The author/clinical psychologist discusses her latest book, Seduction. 2 pm. Timothy Eaton Memorial Church, 230 St Clair W. 416-870-8000.

group paddle Paddle around the Toronto Islands in a big war canoe. 11 am-3 pm. $19. Canoe Toronto, 283A Queens Quay W. 416-993-4224.

guerrilla gardening Plant seeds and seedlings in neglected corners of public spaces. Free. Details www.publicspace.ca.

humber river canoe tour Travel back in time with the voyageurs. 10 am-noon. $25. PetroCanada parking lot, South Kingsway and the Queensway. 416-598-2277.

japanese knotweed cutting High Park stewardship program. 10:30 am. Free. Grenadier Café, High Park. 416-392-1748, www.highpark.org.

the lady oiye's tea dance Pride Day cocktails and parade-watching. 3 pm-2 pm. Free, $5 after 10 pm. Pwyc. Buddies in Bad Times, 12 Alexander. 416-975-8555.

lynx soccer Toronto Lynx play Charleston. 4 pm. $5-$15. Centennial Stadium, Renforth and Rathburn. 416-251-4625 ext 31, www.lynxsoccer.com.

maple leafs baseball Toronto Maple Leafs play Guelph. 2 pm. Free. Christie Pits, Bloor and Christie. www.leafsbaseball.com.

pride parade The 25th annual Pride Parade starts 2 pm at Bloor and Church, moves W to Yonge, S to Dundas and E to Church. Free. www.pridetoronto.com.

prism Gay Pride event. 5-11 pm. Free. Yonge-Dundas Square. www.ydsquare.ca.

revival recovery party Prism celebrates post-Pride with Sofonda Cox, DJ Peter Rauhofer and more. 10 pm-8 am. $55. Guvernment, 132 Queens Quay E. www.prismtoronto.com.

romwalk Guided walk of the distillery district. 2 pm. Free. King and Trinity. 416-586-5513, www.rom.on. ca.

C strawberry festival Games, musical performances and strawberry shortcake. Noon-5 pm. Free w/ admission. Noon-4 pm. Free. Spadina Museum, 285 Spadina Rd. 416-392-6910.

sunday night live Sketch comedy with guests by Gavin Crawford. $10. 416-966-1062, www.fringetoronto. com.

the taming of the shrew Shakespeare Works presents outdoor performances of the Bard's comedy. Previews today, opens Jun 29 and runs to Aug 7. $20-$25, yth $2. Ashbridges Bay, foot of Coxwell. 416-872-1111.

C wild toy animal hospital Kids bring in their favourite stuffed animal for fixing up. 10 am-2 pm. Free w/ admission. Toronto Zoo, Meadowvale and Sheppard. 416-392-5941.

Monday, June 27

Events

getting to know your own vulva Women-only workshop. 7-9:30 pm. $30. Good for Her, 175 Harbord. 416-588-0900, www.goodforher. com.

michael cunningham Reading from Specimen Days and in conversation with Rebecca Caldwell. 7:30 pm. Lakeside Terr, Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay W. 416-973-4000.

u of t historical walking tours Tour the St George campus. Mon-Fri 10:30 am, 1 and 2:30 pm. Free. Nona Macdonald Visitors Centre, 25 King's College Circle. 416-978-5000.

Tuesday, June 28

Benefits

big bike for stroke (Heart and Stroke Found) Fundraising bike ride. Mel Lastman Square, 5100 Yonge. Details 416-499-1417.

Events

art bar poetry Open stage night. 8 pm. Free. Victory Café, 581 Markham. www.artbar.org.

city cinema Outdoor screening of 42nd Street. 8:30-11 pm. Free. Yonge-Dundas Square. ydsquare.ca.

high park walking tour Explore the park's flora, fauna and human history. 6:45 pm. $2. Grenadier Café, High Park. 416-392-6916.

much ado about nothing CanStage Dream in High Park presents the Shakespeare comedy starring Tara Rosling and Juan Chioran. To Sep 4, 8 pm. Pwyc. Dream Stage, High Park. 416-367-8243, www.canstage.com.

C ontario place day camps Five different summer camps for kids start up today. Ontario Place, 955 Lakeshore W. 416-314-9900, ontarioplace.com.

Wednesday, June 29

Events

articulation Spoken word open mic and slam competition. 8 pm. $5. Cervejaria, 842 College. 416-876-8361.

eye scream iii The Scream Literary Festival kicks off with a party. Carlton Cinema. Details www.thescream.ca.

giving head Fellatio workshop for women, FTM and trans men. 1-4 pm. $35. Good for Her, 175 Harbord. 416-588-0900, www.goodforher.com.

maple leafs baseball Toronto Maple Leafs play Hamilton. 7:30 pm. Free. Christie Pits, Bloor and Christie. www.leafsbaseball.com.

romwalk Guided walk of the Annex neighbourhood. 6 pm. Free. Lowther and Avenue Rd. 416-586-5513, www.rom.on. ca.

swing space Exhibition of contemporary art in unexpected places. To Oct 16. Art Gallery of Ontario, 317 Dundas W. www.ago.net.

Thursday, June 30

Events

C einstein show Music, stunt performers, comedy and film mark the 100th anniversary of Einstein's theory of relativity. 8 pm. Free w/ admission. Ontario

estate of andré kertész, 1920s-1980s Photography exhibition. To Aug 27. Steven Bulger Gallery, 1026 Queen W. 416-504-0575.

music garden tours Guided tours happen Thursdays 5:30 pm, Wednesdays 11 am. Free. Queens Quay and Spadina. www.harbourfrontcentre.com.

the scream at twb Readings by d'bi young, Mariko Tamaki, Jaymz Bee and Saghi Ghahraman. 7-9 pm. $5. Toronto Women's Bookstore, 73 Harbord. 416-922-8744.