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A Sense of the Danforth
By Jesse Hooper Sight, sound, touch, smell, and taste: these are the five senses. If you, dear reader, take your time and read this article carefully, you will notice that we highlight these five senses as best we can. But we need help. What are the iconic sights, smells, and tastes of your neighbourhood? Join the discussion in the comments and let us know what your senses tell you. It’s time to stop and feel the Danforth all around you. Sight: See…the fountain spraying rainbows on a summer afternoon See…the high-rising places of worship, touching the warm blue sky See…the 29th fruit stand as you complete your walk around the…
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A Taste of the Danforth
By Maureen Lau The Pilaros Taste Of The Danforth street festival is happening again this week from August 6th to 8th. A great summer tradition, the Taste Of The Danforth festival takes place on Danforth Avenue, with roads closed from Broadview to Jones Avenue to make room for shop booths, food stalls, and heavy pedestrian traffic. Every year, the Taste Of The Danforth celebrates Greek culture and the Danforth community by featuring traditional Greek dancing, music, and of course, food. The festival is also great for the family with festival-related activities for kids like “Build the Acropolis” or “Dress like an Ancient Greek” as well as other fun interactive entertainment…
