Arts + Culture
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Four Hidden Instagrammable Spots to Find on Danforth Avenue
Instagrammable refers to photos that are visually appealing to be shared on Instagram; also a location good for photo taking. The Danforth, apart from the title of Greek Town, is an area full of hidden Instagrammable spots. If you are someone who loves photography, here are four places you may want to visit! 71 Gough Ave, Toronto When it comes to the Instagrammable locations on Danforth Avenue, Holy Name Parish church with 109 years of history must be a place classical lovers look for. It was designed in the style of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome and was built of stone imported from Indiana. Throughout its construction and establishment, this…
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A Day On The Danforth: Mobility-Accessible Spots in One of Toronto’s Best Neighbourhoods
As a newcomer to the Danforth area who happens to walk with a crutch, I thought long and hard about what I would like to see as a reader of On The Danforth. The Danforth is a lively, vibrant neighourhood with so much culture and experiences, but, accessibility-wise, it’s lacking. The buildings are old and rarely have accessible basements. Nonetheless, it’s an amazing part of the city, and we should all have the chance to explore it. This is how to spend a day on the Danforth without the worry of accessibility barriers. (Note: I wasn’t able to visit all the spots, but rest assured each business was thoroughly researched…
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From the Surreal To ‘Make You Feel’: 4 Canadian Films To Stream On Mubi That Will Distract You From The World
As we come out of the winter months, and COVID restrictions ease up, you might find yourself looking for good films to watch on your own, or in company, to distract you from the 24/7 news cycle. You might also feel overwhelmed by the constant new releases from streaming sites like Netflix, Amazon Prime Video, or Hulu, which often favour quantity over quality. Slow down and walk back into the archive of current and vintage films with Mubi, one of the best streaming services to offer a global selection of films and documentaries. Mubi’s curated archive of films “strange” and “alternative” is unrestricted by genre and allows the viewer to…
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7 Great Films to Watch When Jumping Across the Pond
Along with the rise of the non-English film industry, I too will be looking into some of the best non-English films of the last year, because why stay in the monolingual cave when the dawn of multilingual entertainment is upon us? Titane Following the intensity that was Raw, this film from Julia Ducounau once again breathtakingly displays the director’s ability to push buttons and explore limits. Christened “body horror” for a reason, this film focuses on a woman who, after suffering injuries from a car accident, has a titanium plate fitted to her head. Full of gallows humour, questions about sexuality and gender identity, as well as parenthood, this is…
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Shop Local for the Holidays at These 10 Danforth Businesses
With a second lockdown now in full effect throughout Toronto, it’s more important than ever to support our local businesses. Luckily, the holiday season is here, so now is the perfect time to start looking for those special gifts and goodies that make this time of year so special. Take a look at these 10 stores on the Danforth that offer an online catalogue and delivery, or curb-side pick-up. Happy shopping! 1. El Pipil El Pipil offers a variety of items, from women’s clothing to jewelry and household wares. With so much to choose from, this could be a perfect spot to find great gift ideas. Not sure where to…
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On the Danforth Presents: March Madness Movie Winner
It’s been an interesting two weeks and we’ve tried to keep spirits high during this time. I don’t know about you, but I’ve definitely used this time to catch up on some of these amazing movies that our OTD team picked as their favourites. After three gruelling rounds, we can finally announce our winner. Congrats to Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone! The boy who lived has done it again and beat a rival way more powerful than Voldemort ever was! Parasite, although you placed second, you fought bravely, and lost only by a few votes. Thank you all for taking part in our Movie Madness. We hope that it…
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Alisha Sevigny: Author, Leader, and Mom
Alisha Sevigny is a rising star in the middle-grade fiction world with her new series, The Secrets of the Sands. She is also a yoga instructor and Tarot enthusiast, a wife, a mom, and an instructor/editor for both rookie writers and experienced ones. Anyone that sees this list of attributes applied to one person must immediately think of the Sarah Jessica Parker film, I Don’t Know How She Does It (2011). But, Alisha carries it with grace, enthusiasm, and passion for her work. She sat down with OTD this past week to discuss her experiences as a writer, leader, and mother, and passes on some words of wisdom she has…
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On the Danforth Spring 2020 is here!
To our lovely readers: At this time, the print issue of On the Danforth Spring is distributed across the Danforth to local businesses for free public circulation, but going outside can be a bit difficult at this time. We encourage everyone to follow health advisories and respect the Province’s call for a State of Emergency and self-isolate unless your specific circumstances necessitate otherwise. So how do you find the Spring 2020 issue of On the Danforth if you can’t go out to support your local businesses? Well, we have a treat for you! In addition to releasing or issues in print, On the Danforth will be available online! On the…
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5 Feel Good Songs to Brighten Your Mood
We’ve all had those off days where we’re feeling down and out and need a little pick me up and listening to music is often one of the best and quickest ways to inject a little happy back into your day. So, if you’re feeling like you need a little mood boost, why not give these 5 feel good songs a listen? 1. You Make My Dreams Come True – Hall & Oates 2. Dancing Queen – ABBA 3. Man! I Feel Like A Woman! – Shania Twain 4. Happy – Pharrell Williams 5. Uptown Funk – Bruno Mars
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Finals of On the Danforth Presents: March Movie Madness
Round 2 has come to an end and we’re one step closer to crowning our ultimate winner. The Dark Knight fought gallantly but was no match for Parasite. Scott Pilgrim might have beaten Ramona Flowers’ exes, but the boy who lived survived once more. Our final two contenders are going head to head for the ultimate title: the Danforth’s favourite movie. We love these movies. We laugh with them, we quote from them, we judge them, and on numerous occasions, we have cried over them. We keep so close to our hearts and we’re willing to fight for them. We again need your help to decide once and for all…