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Next Stop: The Danforth
Whether stranded at a bus stop waiting out a delay in one of our winter storms, or stuck on the subway due to yet another signal issue, at some point we have all found ourselves cursing the TTC. But while we all like to make a good jab at Toronto’s public transit system, the fact is that it keeps people connected. In a city bursting with so many one-of-a-kind neighbourhoods, the TTC makes these places accessible to people inside and outside the community. The Danforth is a great example of one of these districts. Connected by the Bloor-Danforth subway line, the Danforth can be easily accessed through Pape, Chester, and…
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The Danforth Loves Its Independent Bookstores
What would a magazine released by publishing students be if it didn't show some love to our favourite local booksellers?
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Harry Potter and the Love of Re:Reading
Appreciating used copies of a favourite book series with tips for defeating the Dark Lord By Leah Morrison Getting kids of all ages to love reading can be difficult in this age of distractions. But Christopher Sheedy, owner of Re:Reading (548 Danforth Ave.) knows how to connect with every one of them. In his shop, not only will you find a well-stocked children’s section (practically unheard of in used bookstores) but also a young and helpful staff who are incredibly knowledgeable about books for kids and young adults. Sheedy himself does what he can to encourage reading among children.
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Re: Turn to Re: Reading
Your Friendly Neighbourhood Bookstore By Venetia Bodanis “There’s a large portion of the community that still wants to hold a book,” says Re: Reading owner Christopher Sheedy. “I don’t think people will ever get sick of having a book.” Boasting cheap secondhand books and movies that are still in good condition, Re: Reading is considered a staple store on the Danforth despite being open only four years. “It’s one of the few places in Toronto everyone else comes to; they do the Danforth and they go to the beach,” says Sheedy about the location. “This is just one of those neighbourhoods.”
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Tempting Displays
Many shops on the Danforth have welcoming displays of fruits, produce, clothes, books and plants on the street. But just how much of a risk is it for shops to showcase their wares on a daily basis?