About us
Welcome to Try New Things in Toronto, a group with over 17,000 members where you get to meet new friends from all over the world, try out new cuisines and have fun trying new, fun hobbies too! Whether you're a newcomer, a college/university student, starting a new life in Toronto or looking for something to do after the 9-5 grind, TorontoTNT is for all adults of all ages.
Some of the variety of events we've already tried include: Canoeing around the Toronto Islands, Wine tasting, Comedy Shows, Karaoke, Paintballing, Board game bonanza at Snakes & Lattes , Exploring the Scarborough Bluffs, Picnicking at Christie Pits, Medieval Times, Bowling, Discovering Ontario Place , Winterlicious restaurant on top of the world , Movie+dinner night at heart of downtown, Volleyball+BBQ at Woodbine Beach, Costume Parties, Mystery Room, Archery Tag, Soft Ball, Movie Nights, Game Nights, Bowling, Pool, Comedy Shows, Improv, The Dating Game and Trying new ethnic cuisines.
The best part about TorontoTNT is that you LEARN SOMETHING NEW with each Meetup. Whether it's learning how to cook a simple dish or learning some basic phrases in a different language, you'll get something from participating in our Meetups. After all, life can be short, so why not make the best of it by providing yourself with new and exciting experiences?
Here's a link to our photos to give you an idea what the group is all about:
https://www.meetup.com/TorontoTNT/photos/
So whether you're single, a GTA veteran or new to the city, looking for friends or looking to experience something new in this city, more than likely TorontoTNT will have something to offer to you!
BEFORE JOINING THE GROUP
Please take the time to fill out your profile information completely and post a REAL photo of yourself (not your pet, children or favourite cartoon character, but YOU!)
By having a complete profile and photo, we know that you're a real person. We're not just a Meetup group that's members in, members out. We're a group that's social and personable and by having these requirements, it makes things easier to feel more comfortable.
Please take a look at the Toronto TNT FAQ to get the most out of this Meetup group:
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By joining our group, you have agreed to these policies and liability waivers.
If you have any questions, you can email me directly.
Thanks for joining Trying New Things in Toronto. You'll have a lot of fun trying out new things and meeting new people! Look forward to meeting you soon!
NOTE: For those interested in posting events on TorontoTNT, there is a fee or you can sign up for to become a TorontoTNT event organizer. Email the organizer for more details!
Upcoming events
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🏛️🚶 DOORS OPEN TORONTO: HIDDEN BUILDINGS & CITY STORIES WALK 🚶🏛️
Fire Station 315, 132 Bellevue Avenue, Toronto, ON, CA🏛️🚶 DOORS OPEN TORONTO: HIDDEN BUILDINGS & CITY STORIES WALK 🚶🏛️
Historic Spaces, Community Landmarks & A City Revealed
Some buildings you walk past every day without thinking twice… until the doors open.Join us for a second day of Doors Open Toronto, where we’ll explore a mix of historic, cultural, and community spaces across the city — each with its own story, purpose, and evolution.
This walk is about contrast.Old and new. Exclusive and inclusive. Grand and everyday.
And how all of it shapes the city we live in.
This is not a formal tour.It’s a social, story-driven walk — with moments to pause, look, and see familiar places differently.
👉 📲 Join Our WhatsApp Group: Click here to join
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🚶♂️ What We’ll Do
We’ll move through a curated route of Doors Open, stopping at a variety of buildings and institutions that reflect Toronto’s layered history and community life.
Some of the locations we may visit include:- Fire Station 315 – Opened in 1889, this historic fire hall is built of brick with stone detailing, reflecting early 20th-century civic architecture.
- The El Mocambo – Opened in 1948, this iconic music venue is housed in a brick building with a classic mid-century commercial façade.
- Daniels Building (University of Toronto) – Opened in 1875 (as Knox College), this Gothic Revival building is constructed of sandstone with intricate masonry detailing.
- U of T Bookstore (Koffler Student Centre) – Opened in 1958, this modernist structure is built primarily of concrete and glass.
- Polish Combatants' Association Branch 20 – Opened in 1950, this community hall is a modest brick structure reflecting post-war institutional design.
- St. George’s Hall (Arts & Letters Club) – Opened in 1891, this heritage building is constructed of brick and stone in a Victorian style.
- St. George Greek Orthodox Church – Opened in 1897, this church is built of brick with classical detailing and later Byzantine-inspired elements.
- Street Health – Established in 1986, the facility operates out of a practical brick building adapted for community healthcare use.
- Street Haven – Founded in 1965, this women’s shelter is housed in a converted brick residential building typical of the area.
- Jarvis Street Baptist Church – Opened in 1875, this Gothic Revival church is built of brick with stone accents.
- The 519 –This building actually dates back to 1858 — long before it became The 519 we know today — and started as a Georgian-style home before evolving into a community space.
- Foy-Smith House – Built in 1891, this historic home is constructed of brick in the Queen Anne Revival style.
- St. Paul’s Bloor Street – Opened in 1889, this Romanesque Revival church is built of stone with a commanding tower and detailed masonry.
Some locations we’ll enter, others we’ll experience from the outside depending on timing and lineups.
⚠️ Please note: wait times are part of Doors Open. We’ll move as a group and make decisions along the way.
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🏛️ What Is Doors Open Toronto?
Doors Open Toronto is a free annual event where the city opens up buildings that are normally closed to the public — from historic homes and cultural institutions to places you’d never usually think to step inside.
It’s one of the best ways to explore Toronto beyond the surface.***
🌆 Vibe & Expectations
This is a longer, more exploratory walk with:
✔️ Multiple stops
✔️ Some waiting in lines
✔️ A mix of indoor and outdoor spaces
✔️ Members can leave any time the likeIt’s not about rushing — it’s about discovering.
Also — this is NOT a formal historical tour. I’ll share context and stories as we go, but the focus is on the experience and being social.***
🧢 Meetup Details
📍 Meetup Location: Fire Station 315
🫎 I’ll be outside and I will be wearing my Moose Hat
⏰ Meetup Time: (Insert time)
I will only wait 5 minutes.Anyone arriving late can meet us along the route.
We won’t be saving spots in line — it’s important we respect the people around us.***
🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to
📧 [mathewmaclean@hotmail.com](mailto:mathewmaclean@hotmail.com)
Doors Open is free to attend.
This fee helps support the group and allows us to keep hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community! 💖***
🎒 What to Bring
Water
Comfortable walking shoes
Patience for lines ⏳
Weather-appropriate clothing
Optional: snacks or money for food along the way***
🌈 Who Is This For?This group is open to anyone who wants to be social and make friends — whether single or not.
We also host:
🎬 Movies
🚶 Walks & hikes
🎭 Arts & culture outings
🍽️ Restaurant gatherings
There’s always something happening.***
REMEMBER: You’re welcome to just show up on the day if you’re unsure about your schedule.
And as always, sometimes plans shift and events may need to be canceled — please keep an eye on updates.***
👤 Organizer: Mathew
Questions? Post on the event wall or email
📧 [torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com)Come for the buildings. Stay for the stories.
Leave seeing the city not just as it looks — but as it’s evolved. 🏛️✨30 attendees 
Steve Flemming's Stories and Songs for Humanity (Dinner and Listening Party)
Smoke Show, 744 mount pleasant road,, Toronto, ON, CAHello everyone,
Please join us for a fabulous and unique evening as we get to experience all the great, powerful and inspiring songs I have written over the years; now live in person!
These are songs that I have written for well over 30 years.
(I'll be playing many of my more recent songs and personal favorites)
I trust you will truly love what you hear!*Joined by my other groups too; so we can anticipate a wonderful evening!
Location: Smoke Show - 747 Mt. Pleasant Rd.
https://www.smokeshowbbqandbrew.com/
Date: Sunday May 24th, 2026
Time: Arrive between 6:30 pm and 7:00 pm (if you can)
*Arrive a bit early if you like to get settled in :)
Event Fee: 10 dollar at the door or e transfer in advance to steveflemming11@gmail.comEvent Details below:
Sincerely,
Steve Flemming
(Songwriter, Lyricist and Host)Event Details:
Steve Flemming's Stories and Songs for Humanity (Dinner and Listening Party)*Original Lyrics and Songs by Songwriter and Producer Steve Flemming
*Story songs about love, nature, spirituality, life, loss and everything in between!I'll be playing a mix of songs using a fusion of mixed genres like, Folk, Traditional Folk, Country, Bluegrass, Soft Rock, Rock, Love Ballads, Easy Listening, Soul, R & B, Gospel, Pop, Adult Contemporary, Indie Rock; and many others genres too.
About Steve Flemming (Lyricist and Songwriter)
Highly influenced by the great singer songwriters of the 1950s, 1960s, 1970s, 1980s and 1990s. Steve has been writing his own songs since 1990. Songs about life, love, loss, hope, faith, joy, romance, memories, spirituality and redemption. Songs that are universal, heartfelt and often relevant to the lives we lead.-Arrive any time between 6:30 pm and 7:00 pm inside the Restaurant (reserved seating is provided for the group :)
*Arrive a bit early if you like to get settled in :)Event Fee:
10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included)
or e transfer in advance to Steveflemming11@gmail.com
(One Beverage or Appetizer minimum please to support the venue and staff) (Plan to come for dinner if you can)
*If attending the 3:00 pm Nature Walk that day there will be no additional entrance fee for this Listening Party event :)(1 minute walk from the new Mt. Pleasant & Eglinton station)
22 attendees
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