Cribbage Toronto

🎱 learn to play pool 🎱 FREE for ladies 🎱make new friends (Junction) 🎱

🎱**TBC Tuesday Socials at Shoxs**🎉 Enjoy a night of getting out of the house, meeting new people, and enjoying a relaxed night of pool with **Toronto Billiards Club** at **Shoxs**. This Tuesday evening social is all about **good vibes, community, and accessible pool**. Whether you are brand new to the game or have years of experience, you will feel comfortable here. **What to expect:** ✅ friendly, inclusive, and welcoming social atmosphere ✅ beginners welcome ✅ instruction and guidance from TBC hosts ✅ casual pool games, conversation, drinks, and food ✅ no pressure, no leagues, no egos if you have ever thought *“I want to play pool but don’t know where to start”* or *“I don’t want to walk into a pool hall by myself”* this event is made for you. many of our regulars first showed up solo. 💬 **First time attending?** Our hosts will introduce you, help you get a game going, and make sure you are comfortable throughout the night. 💵 **Event Fee:** $20 per person **Payable by cash or e-transfer (dean@tbcpool.org)** Please contact the event organizer if you have payment questions 📋 **House Rules:** All attendees are expected to follow TBC Meetup Rules during the event. If you have questions about rules, fees, or the format, feel free to message an organizer. 👉 **Call to action:** Bring a friend or come solo. show up curious. Leave with new connections and more confidence at the table. See you Tuesday and welcome to the TBC community! **TBC Admin**

Canada: Crisis

The Great Depression of the 1930s hit the Canadian economy especially hard, what with its dependence on unrefined exports. The Dust Bowl hit Saskatchewan farmers particularly hard. (High debt and low fish prices drove Newfoundland to bankruptcy, and its Dominion government was replaced by a Royal commission.) Conservative Prime Minister was a Hamlet figure much like his American counterpart Herbert Hoover: Hobo camps were nicknamed Hooverville in the USA, Bennettburg in Canada, and horse-drawn cars were "Hoover carriages" there, "Bennett buggies" here. Mackenzie King returned to power in 1935 with the slogan "King or Chaos, and his Liberals would govern Canada for over 50 of the next 63 years. But new forces were emerging. (The Liberal vote was actually down from 1930, but declined less than the Conservative vote.) Canadian socialists created the Co-Operative Commonwealth Federation in 1932, led by J.S. Woodsworth. The Social Credit movement elected "Bible Bill" Aberhart Alberta premier in 1935, and won 17 federal seats that year in the western provinces. The Union Nationale's Maurice Duplessis and Liberal Mitchell Hepburn harnessed populism and were elected premier of Quebec and Ontario respectively. And there were extremist movements: communist leader Tim Buck's speeches attracted huge audiences, Adrien Arcand's Blue Shirts promoted fascism, and the Canadian Deutscher Bund promoted Nazism among German-Canadians. When the United Kingdom entered World War I, the Dominions had followed automatically. But when London declared war on Germany in 1939, each Parliament had to vote on it. Canada approved almost unanimously. Over a million Canadians served in this war--almost a tenth of the population--with almost 42,000 dead. As in the previous war, the issue of conscription divided the nation: in a 1942 referendum the Anglophone majority approved while most Francophones dissented. (Only 13,000 reservists were ultimately sent overseas.) The Second World War transformed Canada again. Under Missions and Supply Minister C.D. Howe, Canada produced almost $10 billion worth of war materials. Like the U.S.A., Canada enjoyed huge economic growth without the infrastructure damage and civilian deaths in Europe and Asia. Over 800,000 women worked in the service and manufacturing sectors. Our discussion will touch on: The widespread anger over poverty. Political extremism and populism. Currents of anti-Semitism. Wartime mobilization. Key Canadian battles. Wartime mass internment of B.C. Japanese-Canadians. The conscription crisis. A weekly discussion on a history topic. We'll meet at Yorkville Village food court, at the round table near the west entrance.

American MahJongg (Beginners welcome if you know how to play)

Join us for friendly American MahJongg! Bring your 2026 card and let’s have fun 😀 For 2026, I am requesting $15 dues for the year, payable to Sabie by e-transfer to sgallo6877@gmail.com or cash. *Not sure if our events are for you? Come on down and join us a few times (before paying dues), we’d love to meet you.* **NOTE: The Guild House charges a $10 table fee per person to play each week. The drinks and food you purchase will count towards this so if you buy a latte for $5, then you will just pay $5 more (+ HST) for the table fee. See Sabie for details on discount available if this is a burden.** The Guild House has a great cafe! [Here's their menu.](https://theguildhouse.ca/pages/menu) Last but not least...PLEASE cancel your RSVP on Meetup if your plans change.

Kojève and Law: A Critical Examination

Alexandre Kojève (1902–1968) was one of the major philosophers of the twentieth century. His famous lectures on Hegel and his provocative end-of-history thesis left an indelible mark on contemporary thought. By the end of the Second World War, he abandoned academic philosophy to embark on a diplomatic career. While occupying an influential position in French foreign trade diplomacy, Kojève worked on a series of manuscripts which largely remained unpublished until well after his death. Initially dismissed as post-historical irony and play, Kojève’s post-war philosophical writings open new perspectives on how we became post-historical and where we go from here. Spotlighting Kojeve's distinct contributions to legal scholarship, while also showcasing his broader influence across a range of disciplines — including philosophy, political theory, sociology, law and transnational studies — these two books include original contributions from eminent editors, translators, and biographers of Kojeve, as well as from historians of legal and political thought, specialists on global trade and private international law, statelessness, and public international law. First Panel - Kojève and the Ancients. * Participants: Jonas Schwab-Plfug, Luis Pedrazuela, and Teresa Pullano * Discussant: David Ragazzoni Second Panel - Kojève and His Contemporaries. * Participants: Matthew Sharpe, Massimo Palma, and Igor Shoikhedbrod * Discussant: Clifford Orwin Third panel - Kojève and the Moderns. Between Kant and Hegel. * Participants: Bryan-Paul Frost and Jacob McNulty * Discussants: Alan Brudner and Susan Shell Fourth panel - Kojève and Phenomenology. * Participants: William Conklin, Bogdan Ovcharuk, and Sabina Tortorella * Discussant: Tarek Dika. Fifth panel - Kojève, Empire, and the Future of the Universal Homogeneous State. * Participants: Rob Howse and Olga Obolenets. * Discussants: Ronald Beiner and Melissa Williams **\* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \* \*** This is a book launch on [Kojeve and Law: A Critical Examination](https://www.routledge.com/Kojeve-and-Law-A-Critical-Examination/Shoikhedbrod/p/book/9781032734118) (Routledge 2026) presented by the University of Toronto's Centre for Ethics. The conference is free to attend and open to the public. Talks will be streamed online with live chat. About the Centre for Ethics (http://ethics.utoronto.ca): The Centre for Ethics is an interdisciplinary centre aimed at advancing research and teaching in the field of ethics, broadly defined. The Centre seeks to bring together the theoretical and practical knowledge of diverse scholars, students, public servants and social leaders in order to increase understanding of the ethical dimensions of individual, social, and political life. In pursuit of its interdisciplinary mission, the Centre fosters lines of inquiry such as (1) foundations of ethics, which encompasses the history of ethics and core concepts in the philosophical study of ethics; (2) ethics in action, which relates theory to practice in key domains of social life, including bioethics, business ethics, and ethics in the public sphere; and (3) ethics in translation, which draws upon the rich multiculturalism of the City of Toronto and addresses the ethics of multicultural societies, ethical discourse across religious and cultural boundaries, and the ethics of international society. The Ethics of A.I. Lab at the Centre For Ethics recently appeared on a list of 10 organizations leading the way in ethical A.I.: https://ocean.sagepub.com/blog/10-organizations-leading-the-way-in-ethical-ai

After Work Pool Social🎱 | Women Attend Free | Come Solo, Meet New People

**Social Pool Night in Downtown Toronto (King & Spadina)** **Details:** 📍 FunMix Downtown 393 King St W, Toronto 🕕 Monday, October 5th 2026 7:00PM - 9:30PM (we often stay a bit later!) 💲**Women: Free Admission** 💲**Men: $25 entry (Cash or e-Transfer to dean@tbcpool.org)** Join us for a relaxed and social evening of pool right in the heart of downtown. Whether you're wrapping up your workday nearby or just looking for something different to do in the city, this meetup is designed for people who enjoy good conversation, a bit of friendly competition, and a lively atmosphere. Hosted at FunMix Billiards, ESports and Mahjong, a modern and vibrant space just off King & Spadina, this event brings together a mix of players of all levels. You don’t need to be experienced — most people come to meet others, rotate through games, and enjoy the environment. Unlike our more community-style neighborhood events, this downtown session has a more social flow, with players rotating frequently so you’ll have the chance to meet a variety of people throughout the night. Women attend free, and no pool experience is required. **What to expect:** * Drop-in friendly pool games (8-ball or other games) * Rotating play so everyone gets involved * A mix of beginners, casual players, and regulars * Music, energy, and a central downtown setting * BCA Rules (no bar rules!) Come solo or bring a friend — most people show up on their own and quickly find a group to play with.

NEW EVENT - 👻🌙 The Ghosts of Cabbagetown

# 👻🌙 The Ghosts of Cabbagetown ### A 90-Minute Evening Ghost Walk Through One of Toronto’s Most Historic Neighbourhoods Cabbagetown has beautiful Victorian houses, quiet streets, old cemeteries, and a history that goes back generations. It also has ghosts. Join me for a **90-minute evening walking tour through Cabbagetown**, where we'll explore some of the neighbourhood's strangest stories, unsettling legends, and darker pieces of Toronto's past. We'll begin beneath the glass of **Allan Gardens**, then make our way through the streets of Cabbagetown, stopping along the way for stories of mysterious creatures, haunted buildings, old prisons, cemeteries, restless spirits, and the people who may never have quite left. This isn't a traditional history walk. It's a **ghost tour** — so expect some history, some local legends, a little mystery, and a few stories that are difficult to explain. And, of course, we'll have a few laughs along the way. 📱 Don't forget to join our **WhatsApp Group – [CLICK HERE](https://chat.whatsapp.com/H59mSCbsAi018gYANrKAnc)** *** ## 👻 What We'll Explore Our route will take us through some of Cabbagetown's most atmospheric locations, including: 🌿 **Allan Gardens** — ghosts beneath the glass 🐾 **Winchester Square Park** — the strange story of Cabbagetown's Tunnel Monster 🍸 **The Winchester Hotel** — spirits that may have never checked out 🏚️ **Winchester Street** — haunted houses and Victorian secrets ⛓️ **The Don Jail & Bridgepoint** — where the walls remember everything 🐄 **Riverdale Farm** — and its strange connection to the old Don Jail ⚰️ **The Toronto Necropolis** — a city of the dead beneath a city of the living 🕯️ **St. James Town & St. James' Cemetery** — where the living and the dead share the same neighbourhood And much, much more... *** ## 🌙 What Makes This Tour Different? This is a **new ghost walk for the group**, created specifically around Cabbagetown. Rather than simply walking from one location to another, the route has been **curated around the stories** so that each stop connects to the next. We'll move through the neighbourhood at a comfortable pace, stopping along the way while I share the stories behind the places we're visiting. Some stories are historical. Some are local legends. Some are downright strange. You'll have to decide for yourself which ones you believe. 👻 *** ## 🕯️ A Little About the Tour This is a **90-minute evening walk**. We will be walking outdoors throughout the tour and will **not be entering buildings**. Some locations may be viewed from outside or from nearby public spaces. Please be respectful of residents, private property, and cemetery grounds as we make our way through the neighbourhood. *** ## 📍 Meetup Details 🕚 **Meeting Time:** 6:30 PM I will only wait **5 minutes** before we begin. 🫎 **Meeting Location:** Outside the **Palm House at Allan Gardens (this BIG WHITE building)** Look for me in my **Moose Hat!** 🏁 **End Point:** Parliament Street & Wellesley Street East 🚶 **Walking Time:** Approximately 90 minutes 👻 **Pace:** Comfortable, steady walking pace *** ## 🎟️ Meetup Fee **$10 cash or e-transfer** 📧 **[mathewmaclean@hotmail.com](mailto:mathewmaclean@hotmail.com)** The $10 fee helps support the group and covers the **extra research, preparation, and curation that goes into creating these ghost walks**. These aren't simply walks where we meet up and wander around. I've put together a specific route, researched the stories, and created a series of stops designed to turn the walk into an actual **storytelling experience**. You're paying for the experience — not just the walking. *** ## 🎒 What to Bring 👟 Comfortable walking shoes 🧥 Weather-appropriate clothing 💧 Water 🔦 A little extra light if you have it 👻 An open mind And maybe don't wander off by yourself. You never know who's walking behind you. *** ## ⚠️ A Quick Note Sometimes things happen and I may need to cancel or change an event. Please keep an eye on the event page for updates. You can RSVP ahead of time — or **just show up on the day if you're not sure about your schedule.** *** ## 🌈 Who Is This For? This walk is for anyone who enjoys: 👻 Ghost stories and local legends 🏙️ Toronto history 🚶 Social walking 📸 Exploring different neighbourhoods 🕯️ Strange and unusual stories 😂 A good story without taking ourselves too seriously You don't have to be a believer. You don't even have to be scared. Just come for the walk and see what you think. ### **Organizer:** Mathew 📧 **[torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com)** ### **👋 Come for the stories.** ### **🚶 Stay for the walk.** ### **👻 And keep an eye out for who might be walking with us.**

PUB CHESS LIBERTY | TUESDAY TOURNAMENT & CASUAL CHESS

Join us Tuesday at Left Field Brewery for five rounds of quick chess, followed by casual games. New players are welcome, and experienced tournament players will find plenty of competition. The tournament is casual and unrated, with results counting toward the Pub Chess Liberty Leaderboard: [https://www.torontochessclub.com/leaderboard](https://www.torontochessclub.com/leaderboard) DETAILS Boards open: 8:00 PM Round 1: 8:30 PM Format: Five rounds of 5+3 Tournament ends: Around 10:15 PM Casual games: Until 11:00 PM Entry: $10 by cash or card Advance registration: Not required Left Field Brewery 40 Hanna Avenue, Suite G1 Toronto, Ontario Schedule updates: [https://www.instagram.com/toronto_chess_club](https://www.instagram.com/toronto_chess_club)

Holiday Progressive Knock-Out Bounty $240/30k NLHM 30mins level

Canada Deaf Poker Tour Main Event

Saturday Static Bounty NLHM $110/12k+$15/8k Dealer Option $50 Bounty included

Thursday Night *NO ANTE* Pot Limit Omaha - PLO $50/12k + $10/8K (Re-entry)

♠️ $600 NLH Tournament – $40,000 Guaranteed ♠️

Join us **Sunday, October 18th at 3:00 PM** for another exciting **No Limit Hold’em tournament** at **Lodge 401**. Great action, professional dealers, and a premium poker atmosphere. 💰 **Tournament Details:** • **$600 NLH Re-entry Tournament ( includes add-on)** • **$30,000 Guaranteed Prize Pool** • **30,000 Starting Stack ( include add-on)** • **30 Minute Blind Levels** **• Late registration until end of level 8** ♣️ **Cash Games Available** After the first break we will open cash tables: • **1-3 NLH** • **2-2-5 PLO** Perfect for players who bust early or want to jump into cash action. 📍 **Location:** 1645 Warden Ave 📞 **Reserve your seat:** 647-401-7768 Lodge 401 offers a premium poker experience with professional dealers, comfortable tables, and a great community of players. Seats fill up quickly, so **reserve your spot early.** ♠️ **See you at the tables!** ♠️