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In the Collage Gallery: puppets by Sae Kimura

05-25-2024

Presented by Gallery Arcturus at Gallery Arcturus, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Sat, Apr 27 @ 12:00 pm Tue, Apr 30 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 01 @ 12:00 pm + 18 more dates and times

Thu, May 02 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 03 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 04 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 07 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 08 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 09 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 10 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 11 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 14 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 15 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 16 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 17 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 18 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 21 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 22 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 23 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 24 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 25 @ 12:00 pm - less dates and times

Buy Tickets

Meet a dramatic cast of puppet sculptures by Sae Kimura, upstairs in the Collage Gallery as part...

[more+]

Meet a dramatic cast of puppet sculptures by Sae Kimura, upstairs in the Collage Gallery as part of an ongoing installation.

The artist's papier-mâché figures join a collection of collage pieces by multiple artists in an environment curated by deborah harris.

The Genesis Gallery: https://arcturus.ca/genesis/
 main floor exhibit spaces that explore a theme or a question
--
Up North Gallery:
https://arcturus.ca/north/
 --
Ascending Gallery:
https://arcturus.ca/ascending/
 mobile sculpture, painting, pastel
--
Collage Gallery:
https://arcturus.ca/collage/
 rotating works including by harris, Boyd, Kimura
--
The Library:
https://arcturus.ca/library/
paintings, Floyd Kuptana sculptures + an indoor garden
--
The Dark Room:
https://arcturus.ca/darkroom/

--
The Drawing Room:
https://arcturus.ca/drawing-room
 works by Hanequand, Kassian, Sapp and more

--
The Studio:
https://arcturus.ca/studio/

come to the lower level for an often busy working space

--
Subscribe to our email lists:
Gallery events via info@arcturus.ca
Get engaging images and text at https://www.dailyartblog.ca/
 --

Gallery Arcturus, 80 Gerrard St. East, 416-977-1077   info@arcturus.ca

Hours:  Tues – Sat,  12noon – 5:30pm

The Foundation for the Study of Objective Art

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Tags:   Art,  Media & Design

In the Genesis Gallery at Arcturus

05-31-2024

Presented by Gallery Arcturus at Gallery Arcturus, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Sat, Apr 27 @ 12:00 pm Tue, Apr 30 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 01 @ 12:00 pm + 22 more dates and times

Thu, May 02 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 03 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 04 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 07 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 08 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 09 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 10 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 11 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 14 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 15 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 16 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 17 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 18 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 21 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 22 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 23 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 24 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 25 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 28 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 29 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 30 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 31 @ 12:00 pm - less dates and times

Buy Tickets

“Building an Ark” & “moved by the invisible” continue as the current exhibits on the...

[more+]

“Building an Ark” & “moved by the invisible” continue as the current exhibits on the main floor, in the west and east rooms of the Genesis Gallery space. And come see continuously installed work on the second and third floors including in the new Photographic Gallery.

All galleries open from Tuesday to Saturday, 12 to 5:30pm. Free admission.

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Tags:   Art,  Culture & Heritage,  Media & Design

In the Photographic Gallery

05-25-2024

Presented by Gallery Arcturus at Gallery Arcturus, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Sat, Apr 27 @ 12:00 pm Tue, Apr 30 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 01 @ 12:00 pm + 18 more dates and times

Thu, May 02 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 03 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 04 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 07 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 08 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 09 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 10 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 11 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 14 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 15 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 16 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 17 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 18 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 21 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 22 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 23 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 24 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 25 @ 12:00 pm - less dates and times

Buy Tickets

The Photographic Gallery features images from previous exhibits, including from the Contact...

[more+]

The Photographic Gallery features images from previous exhibits, including from the Contact photo festival, as well as new work..

Come sit down with our photographic art books -- and catch a glimpse out the windows toward St James Cathedral in Toronto's old town centre.

This third-floor exhibit space is near the top of the stairs, next to the Drawing Room and the Dark Room.

--

In all, you can voyage through nine indoor exhibit spaces in two heritage buildings plus an outdoor seating area with street-facing art.

All installations by curator deborah harris.

Supported by The Foundation for the Study of Objective Art

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Tags:   Art,  Media & Design

1st Annual "Food for Thought" Trivia Night Fundraiser - for the St. James Cathedral Drop-in Meal Program

04-27-2024

Presented by The Cathedral Church of St. James at St. James Cathedral Centre Event Venue, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Sat, Apr 27 @ 6:00 pm
Buy Tickets

Make it a fun evening with friends, family or colleagues at the 1st Annual 'Food for Thought'...

[more+]

Make it a fun evening with friends, family or colleagues at the 1st Annual 'Food for Thought' Trivia Night Fundraiser. Great prizes for the winners; intermission entertainment, and a 50/50 draw. Food and drink will be available for sale. It will make for a great evening while helping support our neighbors in need.

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Tags:  Festivals & Special Events

Big Mic Energy - Free Monday Comedy Mic

05-27-2024

Presented by Maracas Media at Another Bar, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Mon, Apr 29 @ 7:00 pm Mon, May 06 @ 7:00 pm Mon, May 13 @ 7:00 pm + 2 more dates and times

Mon, May 20 @ 7:00 pm Mon, May 27 @ 7:00 pm - less dates and times

Buy Tickets

Come watch Toronto's funniest comedians try out new jokes while enjoying delicious drinks and...

[more+]

Come watch Toronto's funniest comedians try out new jokes while enjoying delicious drinks and food at the super cool Another Bar. Sponsored by Great Lakes Brewery 🍻

Free entrance but seats are limited. Get your tix below 👇🪇👌
Another Bar, 926 Bloor St. W. 1 block from Ossington subway station 🙌

Comedians who want to perform:
🪇Doors open at 6pm
🪇Sign Up at 6:30pm
🪇Show Starts at 7pm
🪇5 min sets
🪇Real Audience
🪇No bumps
🪇Open until the last comic goes up
🪇Food and Drink specials all night long
🪇Weekly Writing Challenge

For more information follow Maracas Media
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/maracasmedia
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Maracasmedia/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@MaracasMedia

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Tags:   Free,  Stage

Big Mic Energy - Weekly Tuesday Comedy Open Mic and After Work Hang Out

08-06-2024

Presented by Maracas Media at Another Bar, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Tue, Apr 30 @ 7:00 pm Tue, May 07 @ 7:00 pm Tue, May 14 @ 7:00 pm + 12 more dates and times

Tue, May 21 @ 7:00 pm Tue, May 28 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Jun 04 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Jun 11 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Jun 18 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Jun 25 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Jul 02 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Jul 09 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Jul 16 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Jul 23 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Jul 30 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Aug 06 @ 7:00 pm - less dates and times

Big Mic Energy - Weekly Stand Up Comedy Open Mic

Toronto's funnest Comedy Open Mic and After...

[more+]

Big Mic Energy - Weekly Stand Up Comedy Open Mic

Toronto's funnest Comedy Open Mic and After Work Hangout 🔥🍻😋Every Tuesday from 7pm until late. With surprise Just for Laughs comedian drop ins, you never know who you might see try out new material, in this intimate, interactive and super fun show. Enjoy delicious drinks and food at the super cool Another Bar. Sponsored by Great Lakes Brewery 🍻

Free entrance but seats are limited. Get your tix below 👇🪇👌

Another Bar, 926 Bloor St. W. 1 block from Ossington subway station 🙌

Comedians who want to perform:

🪇Doors open at 6pm

🪇Sign Up at 6:30pm

🪇Show Starts at 7pm

🪇5 min sets

🪇Real Audience

🪇No bumps

🪇Open until the last comic goes up

🪇Food and Drink specials all night long

🪇Weekly Writing Challenge

For more information follow Maracas Media

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/maracasmedia

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Maracasmedia/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@MaracasMedia

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Tags:   Stage

In the Collage Gallery: puppets by Sae Kimura

05-25-2024

Presented by Gallery Arcturus at Gallery Arcturus, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Sat, Apr 27 @ 12:00 pm Tue, Apr 30 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 01 @ 12:00 pm + 18 more dates and times

Thu, May 02 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 03 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 04 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 07 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 08 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 09 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 10 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 11 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 14 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 15 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 16 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 17 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 18 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 21 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 22 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 23 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 24 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 25 @ 12:00 pm - less dates and times

Buy Tickets

Meet a dramatic cast of puppet sculptures by Sae Kimura, upstairs in the Collage Gallery as part...

[more+]

Meet a dramatic cast of puppet sculptures by Sae Kimura, upstairs in the Collage Gallery as part of an ongoing installation.

The artist's papier-mâché figures join a collection of collage pieces by multiple artists in an environment curated by deborah harris.

The Genesis Gallery: https://arcturus.ca/genesis/
 main floor exhibit spaces that explore a theme or a question
--
Up North Gallery:
https://arcturus.ca/north/
 --
Ascending Gallery:
https://arcturus.ca/ascending/
 mobile sculpture, painting, pastel
--
Collage Gallery:
https://arcturus.ca/collage/
 rotating works including by harris, Boyd, Kimura
--
The Library:
https://arcturus.ca/library/
paintings, Floyd Kuptana sculptures + an indoor garden
--
The Dark Room:
https://arcturus.ca/darkroom/

--
The Drawing Room:
https://arcturus.ca/drawing-room
 works by Hanequand, Kassian, Sapp and more

--
The Studio:
https://arcturus.ca/studio/

come to the lower level for an often busy working space

--
Subscribe to our email lists:
Gallery events via info@arcturus.ca
Get engaging images and text at https://www.dailyartblog.ca/
 --

Gallery Arcturus, 80 Gerrard St. East, 416-977-1077   info@arcturus.ca

Hours:  Tues – Sat,  12noon – 5:30pm

The Foundation for the Study of Objective Art

[less-]
Tags:   Art,  Media & Design

In the Genesis Gallery at Arcturus

05-31-2024

Presented by Gallery Arcturus at Gallery Arcturus, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Sat, Apr 27 @ 12:00 pm Tue, Apr 30 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 01 @ 12:00 pm + 22 more dates and times

Thu, May 02 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 03 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 04 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 07 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 08 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 09 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 10 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 11 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 14 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 15 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 16 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 17 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 18 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 21 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 22 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 23 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 24 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 25 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 28 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 29 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 30 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 31 @ 12:00 pm - less dates and times

Buy Tickets

“Building an Ark” & “moved by the invisible” continue as the current exhibits on the...

[more+]

“Building an Ark” & “moved by the invisible” continue as the current exhibits on the main floor, in the west and east rooms of the Genesis Gallery space. And come see continuously installed work on the second and third floors including in the new Photographic Gallery.

All galleries open from Tuesday to Saturday, 12 to 5:30pm. Free admission.

[less-]
Tags:   Art,  Culture & Heritage,  Media & Design

In the Photographic Gallery

05-25-2024

Presented by Gallery Arcturus at Gallery Arcturus, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Sat, Apr 27 @ 12:00 pm Tue, Apr 30 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 01 @ 12:00 pm + 18 more dates and times

Thu, May 02 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 03 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 04 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 07 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 08 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 09 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 10 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 11 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 14 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 15 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 16 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 17 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 18 @ 12:00 pm Tue, May 21 @ 12:00 pm Wed, May 22 @ 12:00 pm Thu, May 23 @ 12:00 pm Fri, May 24 @ 12:00 pm Sat, May 25 @ 12:00 pm - less dates and times

Buy Tickets

The Photographic Gallery features images from previous exhibits, including from the Contact...

[more+]

The Photographic Gallery features images from previous exhibits, including from the Contact photo festival, as well as new work..

Come sit down with our photographic art books -- and catch a glimpse out the windows toward St James Cathedral in Toronto's old town centre.

This third-floor exhibit space is near the top of the stairs, next to the Drawing Room and the Dark Room.

--

In all, you can voyage through nine indoor exhibit spaces in two heritage buildings plus an outdoor seating area with street-facing art.

All installations by curator deborah harris.

Supported by The Foundation for the Study of Objective Art

[less-]
Tags:   Art,  Media & Design

1st Annual "Food for Thought" Trivia Night Fundraiser - for the St. James Cathedral Drop-in Meal Program

04-27-2024

Presented by The Cathedral Church of St. James at St. James Cathedral Centre Event Venue, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Sat, Apr 27 @ 6:00 pm
Buy Tickets

Make it a fun evening with friends, family or colleagues at the 1st Annual 'Food for Thought'...

[more+]

Make it a fun evening with friends, family or colleagues at the 1st Annual 'Food for Thought' Trivia Night Fundraiser. Great prizes for the winners; intermission entertainment, and a 50/50 draw. Food and drink will be available for sale. It will make for a great evening while helping support our neighbors in need.

[less-]
Tags:  Festivals & Special Events

Big Mic Energy - Free Monday Comedy Mic

05-27-2024

Presented by Maracas Media at Another Bar, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Mon, Apr 29 @ 7:00 pm Mon, May 06 @ 7:00 pm Mon, May 13 @ 7:00 pm + 2 more dates and times

Mon, May 20 @ 7:00 pm Mon, May 27 @ 7:00 pm - less dates and times

Buy Tickets

Come watch Toronto's funniest comedians try out new jokes while enjoying delicious drinks and...

[more+]

Come watch Toronto's funniest comedians try out new jokes while enjoying delicious drinks and food at the super cool Another Bar. Sponsored by Great Lakes Brewery 🍻

Free entrance but seats are limited. Get your tix below 👇🪇👌
Another Bar, 926 Bloor St. W. 1 block from Ossington subway station 🙌

Comedians who want to perform:
🪇Doors open at 6pm
🪇Sign Up at 6:30pm
🪇Show Starts at 7pm
🪇5 min sets
🪇Real Audience
🪇No bumps
🪇Open until the last comic goes up
🪇Food and Drink specials all night long
🪇Weekly Writing Challenge

For more information follow Maracas Media
Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/maracasmedia
Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Maracasmedia/
YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@MaracasMedia

[less-]
Tags:   Free,  Stage

Big Mic Energy - Weekly Tuesday Comedy Open Mic and After Work Hang Out

08-06-2024

Presented by Maracas Media at Another Bar, Toronto
Upcoming Dates: Tue, Apr 30 @ 7:00 pm Tue, May 07 @ 7:00 pm Tue, May 14 @ 7:00 pm + 12 more dates and times

Tue, May 21 @ 7:00 pm Tue, May 28 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Jun 04 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Jun 11 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Jun 18 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Jun 25 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Jul 02 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Jul 09 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Jul 16 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Jul 23 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Jul 30 @ 7:00 pm Tue, Aug 06 @ 7:00 pm - less dates and times

Big Mic Energy - Weekly Stand Up Comedy Open Mic

Toronto's funnest Comedy Open Mic and After...

[more+]

Big Mic Energy - Weekly Stand Up Comedy Open Mic

Toronto's funnest Comedy Open Mic and After Work Hangout 🔥🍻😋Every Tuesday from 7pm until late. With surprise Just for Laughs comedian drop ins, you never know who you might see try out new material, in this intimate, interactive and super fun show. Enjoy delicious drinks and food at the super cool Another Bar. Sponsored by Great Lakes Brewery 🍻

Free entrance but seats are limited. Get your tix below 👇🪇👌

Another Bar, 926 Bloor St. W. 1 block from Ossington subway station 🙌

Comedians who want to perform:

🪇Doors open at 6pm

🪇Sign Up at 6:30pm

🪇Show Starts at 7pm

🪇5 min sets

🪇Real Audience

🪇No bumps

🪇Open until the last comic goes up

🪇Food and Drink specials all night long

🪇Weekly Writing Challenge

For more information follow Maracas Media

Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/maracasmedia

Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/Maracasmedia/

YouTube - https://www.youtube.com/@MaracasMedia

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Tags:   Stage

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Located in the heart of Toronto, the Downtown Yonge neighbourhood is a vibrant melting pot of arts and culture and history, showcasing a diverse business mix of restaurants, retail, services and more!

Member Businesses

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Residents

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Since

2001

A world leading downtown neighbourhood renowned for its culture, commerce, opportunity and liveability.

The Downtown Yonge B.I.A has been working to ensure our members thrive by strengthening the culture and economy of the neighbourhood through our programs, partnerships and advocacy.

community

Our Values

Responsive

We recognize and prioritize the challenges that are imminent & time sensitive with targeted programming and collaboration.

Collaborative

We recognize the need to develop partnerships that focus on addressing key challenges affecting the local area.

Inclusive

We represent the needs of diverse people & businesses. We convene conversations that balance these perspectives.

Innovative

We are creative and forward-thinking in our approach to solving challenges, building partnerships, and developing strategies.

Results-Oriented

We focus on delivering services and solutions that are effective, measurable, and scalable.