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[RETRY]🇯🇵×🇨🇦 花見/Hanami🌸✨ sakura viewing with language exchange!
e-transfer or cash we take.
e-transfer: hangout.lx@gmail.com
Join us for a fun Language Exchange event surrounded by the stunning beauty of Sakura season! It’s a great chance to soak in the cherry blossoms, swap stories about our cultures, and practice some language skills together. We’ll have Sakura viewing, cool chats about our backgrounds, and laid-back language activities. Whether you’re brushing up on your Japanese or helping someone with their English, it’s all about good vibes and learning in a chill setting. Let’s celebrate spring and new connections under the Sakura trees! Bring your own snacks to enjoy.
Participation fee is $5(including bottle of water)
桜の美しさを楽しむ、気軽なランゲージエクスチェンジイベントに来てください!
満開の桜に囲まれながら、文化の話をして、言語練習をするのにぴったりな機会です。桜鑑賞や文化についてのトーク、ゆるい言語アクティビティを楽しみましょう。日本語を磨きたい人も、英語を教えるのに興味がある人も、のんびりした雰囲気の中で学べます。桜の下で春と新しい出会いを一緒に祝おう!スナックも忘れず持ってきてね。
参加費は$5(水1本つき)
🚆🦜 GO Train Adventure to Niagara Falls – Bird Kingdom & Lunch! 🌊🍔
🚆🦜 **GO Train Adventure to Niagara Falls – Bird Kingdom & Lunch!** 🌊🍔
Bird is the word. I love birds and we're lucky enough to have Bird Kingdom to visit, one of the largest indoor aviaries in the world! It is also Mother's Day weekend so consider bringing her too and make some lovely memories together.
Join us for a fun Saturday day-trip adventure as we hop on the GO Train and head to Niagara Falls for birds, burgers, and beautiful views!
**📅 Date:** Saturday, May 9
**⏰ Meet Time:** 8:15 AM
**📍 Meeting Spot:** Outside the Fairmont Royal York Hotel (across from Union Station)
We’ll walk into Union Station together to catch the **9:04 AM GO Train** to Niagara Falls.
⚠️ **The train departs exactly at 9:04 AM and the doors close one minute earlier**, so please arrive on time!
**🚆 Train Schedule**
• Depart Union Station: **9:04 AM**
• Arrive Niagara Falls: **11:30 AM**
Upon arrival at the station we’ll walk over to **Chuck's Roadhouse** and start with a group meal first.
**Bar & Grill** for a relaxed and affordable lunch.
👉 Menu: [https://chucksroadhouse.com/menu/](https://chucksroadhouse.com/menu/)
Note - everyone is responsible for their own food/drink bill
Following lunch, we’ll do some **sightseeing around Niagara Falls**, take photos, and hit our final stop.
Before we leave we'll stop at **Bird Kingdom**, the **world’s largest free-flying indoor aviary**, home to hundreds of tropical birds inside a lush multi-level rainforest environment. ([Bird Kingdom](https://birdkingdom.ca/?utm_source=chatgpt.com))
💳 **Bring your PRESTO card for 20% off admission!**
👉 More info: [https://www.birdkingdom.ca/](https://www.birdkingdom.ca/)
**🚶 What to Expect**
• Lots of walking
• Rain or shine – the trip happens regardless of weather
• Great scenery, good food, and fun company
**🚆 Return Train**
• Niagara Falls → Union Station
• **4:00 PM departure. Doors close one minute earlier.**
There are later trains and buses if you wish to stay longer.
💰 **Travel Deal:** The **GO Transit Weekend Day Pass is only $10** for unlimited travel that day.
👉 Details: [https://www.gotransit.com/en/partners-and-promotions/weekend-passes-with-go](https://www.gotransit.com/en/partners-and-promotions/weekend-passes-with-go)
**You can purchase your GO pass as early as May 2, just don't activate it until May 9**
Look for **Nick and the Meetup sign** at the meeting spot.
Let’s ride the rails, see amazing birds, grab a great lunch, and enjoy one of Canada’s most iconic destinations together! 🚆🦜🌊
[WhatsApp for the trip](https://chat.whatsapp.com/FDfbPqh5Xc3Kh39eFcQWsB?mode=gi_t)
Avengers’ Saturday Cafe for the Homeless
Note: You may be removed from the attendance list if you've participated in the previous week's event. This allows for more people to experience this Meetup.
Avengers put your costumes on and let’s go and save the world!
Well we can’t save the world (yet), but we aim to try to play a small part in the lives of those experiencing homelessness by making their day a bit better!
Description: Before the event the organizer will post a list in the comment section of the attendees and what they are responsible to bring (food/drink, kitchen supplies, cleaning supplies). We normally ask each attending member to bring approximately $15-20 worth of ingredients/supplies to our event. We will use the items to prepare and serve food/drink at The Meeting Place.
Timeline: We will meet on location at 11:00 am, with lunch served between 12:30-1:00 pm.
Membership Dues: Membership dues are $2.00 for the calendar year. Membership dues go towards paying for food/supplies incurred by no-shows. Membership dues are due at the first meetup of the year that you attend.
No Shows/Late Un-RSVP: We’re relying on members who RSVP to bring key ingredients for recipes! Please try your best to show-up or alternatively change your RSVP early so another member may fill the empty spot.
\*\*\* If you are on the waitlist, keep checking as you may be moved into attendance to replace someone. We will try to message you to confirm your attendance in advance.
Donations will be assigned before the event.
🎬Movie: Mortal Kombat 2 - Food & Drinks after the movie 🍿!
🎬 Let’s Go to the Movies (and Actually Talk… or Not)
Whether you're a film nerd, popcorn enthusiast, or just looking for a chill night out with interesting people — this one's for you.
We’re heading out to see a movie together, then grabbing food or drinks after. If the film's great (or terrible), we’ll probably talk about it forever. If it’s just okay, we’ll talk about it for 10 minutes and move on to everything else — books, dating apps, weird dreams, how Toronto keeps getting more expensive, etc.
The vibe is relaxed, friendly, and not too serious. No film degree needed. No icebreakers. No pressure to “perform.” Just come enjoy the film, connect with some thoughtful people, and see where the night goes Click here to watch trailer!
🎞️ **Movie Title + Trailer:** [[Click here to watch trailer!](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=b24oG7qCwp4)]
📖 **📖 Plot Summary:** The fan favourite champions—now joined by Johnny Cage himself—are pitted against one another in the ultimate, no-holds barred, gory battle to defeat the dark rule of Shao Kahn that threatens the very existence of Earthrealm & its defenders.
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### 🗓️ **Event Details**
📍 **Meetup Time:** 7:30 PM ....I will only wait 5mins
🎬 **Movie Start Time:** 7:40PM
⏱️ **Runtime:** 2hrs
📌 **Meetup Spot:** I will be waiting at the top of the escalators on the 4th floor and I will be wearing my moose hat.
🎟️ **Cost:**
* **$11.50** for *CineClub* members
* **$16.00** regular admission
👉 You are responsible for buying your own ticket.
**🪑 Reserved Seating:**
You must buy your ticket *before* signing up. You'll be asked where you're sitting so we can all sit together! However, members are welcome to sit anywhere that works for them.
🎫 Buy your ticket here: [https://www.cineplex.com](https://www.cineplex.com)
📍🪑 **Where I will be sitting:** I will be in ROW "F" SEAT "7"
🍿 **After the Movie:**
Yes, we’re heading out after! It’s not just a movie night — it’s a social night. Let's talk, laugh, and dissect every plot twist.
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### ✅ **Before You Sign Up**
* Please **buy your ticket first** — seating is limited!
* When signing up, let us know your **seat number** so we can try to group everyone together.
* You can still sign up or just **show up on the day** if you’re not sure you can make it — we’re flexible!
📲 **Join Our WhatsApp Group:**[ Click here to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRFTkxRlHS4B3IL1lMleUd)
🎟️ **Join Cineplex’s CineClub for discounts**: [https://www.cineplex.com/cineclub](https://www.cineplex.com/cineclub)
🎁 **Get your SCENE Card** for free movies and points: [https://www.scene.ca](https://www.scene.ca)
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### 🎥 **A Quick Word About Movie Etiquette**
We love a great film experience. Please:
* Turn off your phone
* Don’t talk during the movie
* Be respectful of others
Repeat offenders will be removed from the group — we take our cinema seriously (but with snacks).
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### 👥 **About the Group**
This event is open to everyone — single, not single, shy, social, new in town or a long-time local. We're a group for people who love movies *and* making real connections. We also do walks, hikes, restaurants, arts & culture — come be part of it!
🎬 **Organized by:** Mathew
📧 Questions? Reach out: **torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com**
Fast Friending: Meaningful Connections! (21-40/Happy Hours/Bring a lady free)
As adults, our routines get full, circles get smaller, and meaningful connections don’t just happen by chance!
That’s why our Fast Friending evenings in Toronto are created with intention — to give you a comfortable, welcoming space to meet like-minded ladies & gents who are also looking for genuine friendships. If you’ve been wanting deeper connections but didn’t know where to begin, this is your place to start.
**Book tickets now & save money -**
[https://toro9thmay.eventbrite.co.uk](https://toro9thmay.eventbrite.co.uk)
\*You can use any debit or credit card to purchase your ticket at PayPal checkout. It will ask you for your email address but that is only to send you a receipt. You do not need a PayPal account.
EVENT COST:
Early Bird - CAD$ 10 per person
Regular Ticket - CAD$ 15 per person
Cash at meetup - If you have not purchased your ticket in advance then you can pay CAD$ 20 cash when you meet Kruttika at the venue.
**Our venue for the evening** \- We have a reserved area where our members can meet each other in a supportive environment\.
**Here’s how your evening will flow:**
**7:00 PM – Welcome**
Arrive at 7:00 PM and be welcomed by your host, Kruttika , who will guide the evening and help with introductions. Feeling shy? Come a little early and she’ll ease you into small-group conversations. You’re also welcome to bring a lady friend along for free.
**7:30 – 8:30 PM \| Fast Friending**
Chat with a new attendee every 3 minutes, ensuring you meet a variety of like-minded ladies and gentlemen.
**After 8:30 PM \| Open Mingling**
Reconnect with those you enjoyed speaking to and continue meaningful conversations at your own pace
\- We are not a close knit tight group\. Our evenings are warm and comfortable for members attending for the first time and those coming alone\. You will not feel alone\!
\- We have many groups in this city\. Members of our other groups who RSVP are included as guests of the organisers in order to give you an indication of expected people\.
\- This evening is for ladies and gents in the 21 to 40 age group\. While some will be at the younger end of this range there will also be others at the other end of the range and lots in\-between\! You will naturally gel with others of your own age range and so you will always find many attendees who fit your range\.
\- We are not a 'dating' group\. We are focused on helping ladies and gents meet other like minded ladies and gents\. You will generally find a good gender balance \(maybe not perfect\) at all our events\.
**Why do we have tickets?**
1. Cover our costs - Our host is compensated for their time and work. We also pay meetup and have dedicated staff to manage our events, hosts, venues and communication.
2. Group Safety - By securing your ticket we have a record and you contribute to a well organized evening where everyone is more committed and better behaved.
3. Management - Tickets help us better manage attendee group size, book suitable space and activity.
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**Here are some videos which will give you some guidance and comfort to make your attendance more productive.**
Secrets for socialising at our meetups - [https://bit.ly/44ZdVwx](https://bit.ly/44ZdVwx)
Making new friends -[ https://bit.ly/455TsWY](https://bit.ly/455TsWY)
How to make people like you instantly - [https://bit.ly/3Vj5PeT](https://bit.ly/3Vj5PeT)
Members review - [https://bit.ly/3yHfu6d](https://bit.ly/3yHfu6d)
🌸🌆 FLEURS DE VILLES VOYAGE – BLOOR-YORKVILLE FLOWER WALK AND LUNCH🌆🌸
🌸🌆 FLEURS DE VILLES VOYAGE – BLOOR-YORKVILLE FLOWER WALK 🌆🌸
**A Floral Trail, Daytime Stroll & A City in Bloom**
For a few days each year, Bloor-Yorkville transforms into a living, walkable art exhibit — filled with flowers, colour, and creativity around every corner.
Join us for Fleurs de Villes VOYAGE, a one-of-a-kind experience where top floral designers partner with local businesses to completely “flower-bomb” the neighbourhood.
This daytime version is perfect if you prefer a more relaxed pace — giving us time to wander, explore, and really take in the details.
Expect over 30 unique installations scattered throughout the area — from fashion-inspired mannequins to floral archways, window displays, and even edible creations popping up where you least expect them.
This is not a formal tour.
It’s a social walk — come explore, take photos, and enjoy the atmosphere together.
📲 **Join Our WhatsApp Group:**[ Click here to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRFTkxRlHS4B3IL1lMleUd)
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**🚶♂️ What We’ll Do**
We’ll meet at the Toronto Reference Library and begin our walk through Bloor-Yorkville, following the floral trail and discovering installations as we go.
There’s no rush — we’ll take our time, stop for photos, and enjoy the creativity throughout the neighbourhood.
After the walk, we’ll head over to Jack Astor's for food, drinks, and a chance to hang out and connect. 🍔🍹
You’re welcome to join for food or head out whenever you like.
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🌆 **Vibe & Expectations**
This is an easy, relaxed city walk — no distance pressure, no intensity.
Just:
✔️ Beautiful visuals
✔️ A lively neighbourhood
✔️ Good company
Also — this is NOT a guided or historical tour. It’s about enjoying the experience and being social.
***
**🧢 Meetup Details**
📍 Meetup Location: Outside the Toronto Reference Library
🫎 I’ll be wearing my Moose Hat
⏰ Meetup Time: 11:00 AM
I will only wait 5 minutes.
Early is on time.
On time is late.
We’ll head out promptly.
End Point: Yonge & Bloor
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🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to
📧 **mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**
This helps support the group and allows us to keep hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community! 💖
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🎒 **What to Bring**
Water
Comfortable walking shoes
Camera or phone for photos 📸
Weather-appropriate clothing
Optional: cash/card if joining for food & drinks afterward
Please also use the washroom before arriving, as stops are limited.
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🌈 **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.
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**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
Come for the flowers. Stay for the stroll.
Leave feeling like the city surprised you — in the best way. 🌸✨
Animation Events This Week
Discover what is happening in the next few days
TFS Presents a Mother's Day Musical Double Feature
Make it a Mother’s Day outing at the movies with a musical double feature that’s equal parts sparkle and heart. Start with *Gold Diggers of 1933*, the ultimate backstage crowd-pleaser, featuring the famous Busby Berkeley production numbers that basically invented “movie musical spectacle.” Then settle into *Lili*, a tender, charming story set around a travelling carnival - a film that’s pure classic-Hollywood warmth. This is the film that introduced the hit song Hi-Lili, Hi-Lo! Two timeless films, one great afternoon, and a perfect excuse to go to the theatre!
Purchase tickets here: https://paradiseonbloor.com/purchase/499557/
FREE Spanish, English, and French Oral Conversational Classes4 Adults!!
\*These classes are not a language exchange, but instead are meant to be a step in between so that students feel confident maintaining in depth and grammatically correct oral conversations outside of class\*
\***Meetup event numbers only tend to show new students registering and do not include returning students attending class.** **Per class, there is an average of 7 students.** The first 2 classes are free and then only cost between $18 and $36 depending on which type of class you want to continue with\*
These French, English (For Spanish and French speakers only), and Spanish classes are primarily meant for adults who are travellers, or who are planning to live in a French, English, or Spanish-speaking country. The classes are primarily oral-based through guided conversations. They will teach you how to handle conversations in situations such as **"Going to the Convenience Store"**, **"Making Plans"**, **"Negotiating Prices"**, and **"Going out for a Drink"**. To ensure that students get used to using the language automatically, students will learn to maintain contextual conversations with timing before moving on to the next lesson. Call (647)787-9953, e-mail us info@monkeylingo.ca, or visit monkeylingo.ca for more information! **Online and private classes are also available!**
No other language classes are as conversational as these ones. We guarantee it! Cheap parking can be found using the "Spot Hero" app.
FREE Oral Conversational Spanish, French, and English Classes 4 Adults!!
\*These classes are not a language exchange, but instead are meant to be a step in between so that students feel confident maintaining in depth and grammatically correct oral conversations outside of class\*
\***Meetup event numbers only tend to show new students registering and do not include returning students attending class.** **Per class, there is an average of students.** The first 2 classes are free and then only cost between $18 and $45 depending on which type of class you want to continue with\*\*
These Spanish, English (For Spanish and French speakers only), and French classes are primarily meant for adults who are travellers, or who are planning to live in a French, English, or Spanish-speaking country. The classes are primarily oral-based through guided conversations. They will teach you how to handle conversations in situations such as **"Going to the Convenience Store"**, **"Making Plans"**, **"Negotiating Prices"**, and **"Going out for a Drink"**. To ensure that students get used to using the language automatically, students will learn to maintain contextual conversations with timing before moving on to the next lesson. **Program is also offered in private and online classes**. Call (647)787-9953, e-mail us info@monkeylingo.ca, or visit monkeylingo.ca for more information! **Online and private classes are also available!**
No other language classes are as oral as these ones. We guarantee it! Group classes are hosted at **600 Bay Street** every Sunday, Monday, and Tuesday. Call (647)904-5285 upon arrival if no one is there to let you in, and someone will come down to let you in.
Cheap parking can be found using the "Spot Hero" app.
🎨🏙️ GRADEX 111 – OCAD UNIVERSITY ART EXHIBITION & SOCIAL 🏙️🎨
🎨🏙️ **GRADEX 111 – OCAD UNIVERSITY ART EXHIBITION & SOCIA**L 🏙️🎨
Emerging Artists, Creative Energy & A Cultural Hangout
If you want to feel inspired, this is the kind of event that does it.
Join us for GradEx 111 at OCAD University — Toronto’s largest free art and design exhibition, featuring work from over 800 graduating artists and designers.
This is a chance to step into the next wave of creativity — exploring everything from painting and photography to design, installation, and experimental work, all in one space.
It’s vibrant, it’s varied, and there’s always something that catches you off guard in the best way.
This is not a formal tour.
It’s a social outing — come explore, react, and experience it together.
👉 📲 **Join Our WhatsApp Group:**[ Click here to join](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRFTkxRlHS4B3IL1lMleUd)
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🚶♂️ **What We’ll Do**
We’ll meet outside and head into the exhibition together, spending about 1.5–2 hours exploring the different displays across the building.
You’ll have time to move at your own pace, take it all in, and check out the wide range of disciplines on display.
**There’s also:**
🎓 Student work available for purchase
🏅 A special medal-winning exhibition in the Great Hall
🛋️ An alumni lounge space
Afterward, we’ll head out to find a nearby spot for drinks or food and keep the conversation going.
You’re welcome to join or head out whenever you like.
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🎨 Vibe & Expectations
This is a relaxed, low-pressure event — no art expertise needed.
Just:
✔️ Curiosity
✔️ Openness
✔️ A willingness to explore
Also — this is NOT a guided tour. It’s about experiencing the exhibition in your own way, while being part of a social group.
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🧢 Meetup Details
📍 Meetup Location: Corner of Dundas St W & McCaul St (AGO side)
🫎 I’ll be wearing my Moose Hat
⏰ Meetup Time: 11:00 AM
I will only wait 5 minutes.
Early is on time.
On time is late.
We’ll head in promptly.
End Point: Back at the starting location
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🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to
📧 **mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**
The exhibition itself is free.
This fee helps support the group and allows us to keep hosting events like this. Thank you for supporting community! 💖
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🎒 **What to Bring**
Water
Comfortable shoes (we’ll be on our feet)
Curiosity and an open mind 🎨
Optional: cash/card for food & drinks afterward
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🌈 **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
Come for the art. Stay for the conversation.
Leave feeling inspired by what people are creating right now. 🎨✨
Tarragon Theatre: cicadas
World Premiere--
*Ticket link is below*. $30-$72 (look at the seating map--and your age!)
In 2035, a decade after the Trinity Bellwoods Collapse, an investigation into the mysterious disappearance of a young girl leads to a very peculiar house that has sunk into the earth.
**Could a strangely luminous painting** unlock long-buried secrets of what flowed beneath the home? Howling winds, storms, and the ever-present sound of cicadas remind us that nothing stays buried.
***cicadas*** is a modern eco-thriller from the minds of Governor General’s Award and Siminovitch Prize laureate David Yee and award-winning composer Chris Thornborrow that serves as both mystery and warning.
Directed by Nina Lee Aquino
https://nac-cna.ca/en/bio/nina-lee-aquino
**Ticket link here: (Sunday May 10th)**
https://tarragontheatre.com/plays/2025-2026/cicadas/
(Play around with the seating map, and ticket prices. Any seat is a great seat--even the last row!)
Indoor Draw & Sketch Hangout - MaRS Discovery District
Hi everyone!
We're doing an afternoon sketching hangout at the MaRS Building food court tables- Enter MaRS from Collage Street where the statue of two men are sitting by the glass doors. Turn left and head down the escalator. Turn left at the bottom of the escalator and head down the hall past another escalator and Foosball table the event will be held at the far end of the food court.
**First time meeting us and still not sure about the vibe?** Check out photos from **[past in-person events of 2023](https://www.meetup.com/artsrecto/photos/34212927/)**
Please bring your art supplies. Digital tablet, dry mediums, watercolour set, really anything that doesn't smell and is non toxic and easy to clean up. Please be considerate and leave the space as clean as it was before.
Feel free to grab a drink or snack if you'd like.
*Note the food court is closed but there are a couple of coffee shops in the area at street level.
**Where to meet exactly?**
MaRS Discovery District at 2pm
**How to get there?**
\- Public transit \- get off at Queens Park subway station\, walk East along Collage you should see glass doors with a statue of two men sitting at a table outside\. Instructions stated above
Looking forward to meeting you all :)
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**Support This Group 🥰🤩**
We hope you're enjoying the Arts & Rec events! If you'd like to give support, please consider making a small Ko-fi donation of $5-10 USD at [https://www.ko-fi.com/artsnrectoronto](https://www.ko-fi.com/artsnrectoronto.) .
This helps cover meetup and miscellaneous expenses with hosting events! For more inquiries, please PM me for more info!
Thank you all so much!
Chidiya Udd - Tommy Thompson Park
Turns out Toronto has a bird problem, 50 million of them pass through every spring, and we're here for it. Join us at Tommy Thompson Park for the TRCA Spring Bird Festival, where guided walks, kids' activities, live animals, and free trees await.
Over 334 species have been spotted here so yes, there will be birds. Lots of birds. Wear layers, bring binoculars if you have them, and leave your dog at home (park rules, not us).
Good vibes, fresh air, and absolutely zero excuses to stay inside.
https://trca.ca/spring-bird-festival/#early-bir
We will join the 7:45 am guided tour. they run 2 more at 7:15 and 7:30. feel free to join anyone of these. We encourage using the event comment section to make smaller groups for this event.
Feel free to make 2$ voluntary contribution for meetup organizer app fee. Interac : mech.mandeep@gmail.com
Animation Events Near You
Connect with your local Animation community
Choose Your Movie: THE SHEEP DETECTIVES vs HOKUM at Cinemark Stoneridge!
Join us as we get together to see your choice of two VERY different movies – one sweet and wholesome – the other a terrifying folklore horror! Option 1 is the fun whodunnit-action-comedy-mystery led by Hugh Jackman, THE SHEEP DETECTIVES! Option 2 is the top-reviewed supernatural-horror-thriller starring Adam Scott, HOKUM! Here’s a description, trailer and plan for this event:
THE SHEEP DETECTIVES: Every night a shepherd reads aloud a murder mystery, pretending his sheep can understand. When he is found dead, the sheep realize at once that it was a murder and think they know everything about how to go about solving it. The film is directed by Kyle Balda and take a look at this ensemble cast: Hugh Jackman, Nicholas Braun, Molly Gordon, Hong Chau and Emma Thompson and the voices of Julia Louis-Dreyfus, Bryan Cranston, Chris O'Dowd, Regina Hall, Patrick Stewart, Bella Ramsey, Brett Goldstein and Rhys Darby. TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=pyZI5oM6hWk
HOKUM: In this film, a horror writer visits an Irish inn to scatter his parents' ashes, unaware the property is said to be haunted by a witch. It is written/directed by Damian McCarthy stars Adam Scott, Peter Coonan, David Wilmot, Florence Ordesh and Austin Amelio. Hokum premiered to rave reviews at this year’s SXSW Festival and is being release by Neon. It is earning a stellar 97% positive rating on Rotten Tomatoes, which calls it, “A classic haunted house story enriched with atmospheric folklore and perfectly-timed shocks!” TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EVCIK_MPyhc
PLAN: For those seeing HOKUM, please purchase your ticket for the 7:00pm showing and meet inside the theater lobby at 6:50pm! For those seeing THE SHEEP DETECTIVES, please purchase your ticket for the 7:15pm showing and meet inside the theater lobby at 7:00pm! For BOTH films, we’ll plan for a pre-show bite at nearby El Vaquero! For those joining for dinner, we’ll meet at El Vaquero at 5:45pm!
Should be a couple of fun movies and a good time together, Dan
Libera Animae - Freeing the Soul
Main Library, Meeting Room 2B
Join us for a welcoming evening of reflection, gentle music, and meaningful conversation. We’ll begin with a short grounding moment, followed by a brief reading from spiritual or philosophical traditions, and an open reflection circle where participants can share (or simply listen).
Libera Animae is an interfaith community focused on inner growth, creativity, and authentic connection.
All backgrounds are welcome.
Summer Kick-Off: THE MANDOLRIAN & GROGU at Lennox Phoenix + Happy Hour at BRAVO!
Join us as we kick off Summer Movie Season with a Happy Hour & a movie event to see the sci-fi action-adventure, THE MANDOLARIAN AND GROGU! The sci-fi action-adventure follows a lone bounty hunter and his apprentice Grogu (Baby Yoda) embark on an exciting new Star Wars adventure. Here are details, a trailer and our plan for this event:
DESCRIPTION: In the film, Djarin and his apprentice Grogu are enlisted by the New Republic during a period where remaining Imperial warlords threaten the galaxy. The film is written/directed by Jon Favreau (the mastermind behind the early MCU films) and stars Pedro Pascal, Sigourney Weaver and Jeremy Allen White.
TRAILER: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uwild1rw7Aw
HAPPY HOUR PLAN: For Happy Hour food and drinks before the show we’ll meet in the bar area at nearby Bravo at 5:15pm! We’ll have a section reserved for the group, so keep an eye out for us and we’ll keep one out for you! CMG Pro Tip: If you can, bring cash as it helps make for a quicker exit from the restaurant.
MOVIE PLAN: Please purchase your ticket for the 6:45pm showing and meet in the lobby area at 6:30pm! Tickets on sale now and advance purchase as soon as possible is advised! Once you have yours, please list you seat number in the Comments section of this event.
Happy Summer and See You Soon, Dan
Manic Mondays with Salsamante Dance Academy
Start your week the right way with Manic Mondays. Giving you an enjoyable Bachata lesson with a push of cool moves.
The second hour has Beginner/Intermediate Salsa on 1. You must understand basic Salsa skills to participate.
730pm-830pm Bachata Cool Moves
830pm-930pm Salsa On 1 (Beginner/Intermediate)
$15 for One Class
$20 for Both
Free Parking & Plenty of Dance Space.
Unknown Number: The High School Catfish
IMPORTANT!!! THE DATE OF THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CHANGED TO SUNDAY MAY 17, 2026!!!
A very unusual choice for his group... Unknown Number: High School Catfish is an American [true crime](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/True_crime "True crime") documentary film directed by [Skye Borgman](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Skye_Borgman "Skye Borgman") and released to [streaming](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Streaming_media "Streaming media") on [Netflix](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Netflix "Netflix") on August 29, 2025.
The documentary explores the events and investigation into an unknown person [cyberbully](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Cyberbullying "Cyberbullying") and [harassing](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Harassment "Harassment") teenagers in [Beal City, Michigan](https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Beal_City,_Michigan "Beal City, Michigan") using an unknown number via insults and sexual claims. It also explores the increasingly great impact of the harassment on the community, the eventual reveal of the culprit, and the trial that followed.
IMPORTANT INFO: I strongly suggest not reading anything about it online before seeing it. It's best viewed with no previous knowledge. This documentary contains crude terminology and deals with cyberbullying, which may be a trigger for some folks.
Please be ready to discuss the movie by 7PM. Thanks.
Unfortunately, it is only available on Netflix. If you would like to attend but do not have Netflix, say so and maybe we can figure something out.






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