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Backpacking Events Today
Join in-person Backpacking events happening right now
Wilkett Creek, Serena Grundy, Sunnybrook and Edwards Garden!
**MeetUp Point: Entrance is off Leslie Street. Turn left on Leslie to the parking lot 2 in Wilkett Creek Park.**
(Don't follow the pin)
Join us for a 12 km urban hike that is challenging. Starting past Wilcot Parking lot 2, we will be passing through sunnybrook Park and Edwards Gardens.
For lunch we can atop at the TBG Bloom Cafe or bring a lunch, lots of water. Please ensure arms and legs are covered as there are plenty of ticks out there.
Fast hike
4–4.5 km/h Pace
From 4921 Rutherford Rd., Woodbridge to the McMichael Canadian Art Collection via William Granger Greenway and back.
The hike will be approximately 11–12 km.
Please bring water, snacks, and your beautiful smile.
Please know your fitness level and join only if you are comfortable maintaining a 4–4.5 km/h pace.
We will leave at 9:00 AM. Please arrive at least 5 minutes early.
**IMPORTANT REMINDER**
BY PARTICIPATING IN THIS HIKE, YOU CONFIRM THAT YOU HAVE READ, UNDERSTOOD, AND AGREED TO THE LIABILITY WAIVER AND ACKNOWLEDGEMENT OF RISK. IF YOU HAVE NOT DONE SO, WE KINDLY REQUEST THAT YOU REFRAIN FROM PARTICIPATING IN THIS EVENT. WE APPRECIATE YOUR COOPERATION.
We look forward to an enjoyable and safe adventure.
Baila in the West Sunday Social
Best way to get a hold of us is on our [WhatsApp chat](https://chat.whatsapp.com/Kj63TzHIqYL5hPrRJolhyD), also great way to join a community of amazing like-minded people :)
***Let's Dance!***
***¡Vamos a bailar!***
***DJ Geronimo 🎧 will be playing your favorite Salsa 🎵 Bachata 🎶 Chacha 🎵 Merengue hits 🔊 DJ Sweetlike will be jamming in the Kizomba room***
Cover $10 before 7pm - $15 after 7pm - includes:
***Free Bachata Lesson at 6:15pm with entrance to event***
***Dancing til 10pm***
***\*Casual dress code***
***\*Bring your own refreshments***
***👠Please wear comfortable & clean shoes👞***
**Location:**
📍 40 Stavebank Rd N — Port Credit Memorial Arena
Kayak, Canoe, Stand-up Paddling Board on the scenic Humber River!
**Explore the scenic Humber River in Toronto with our Kayak, Canoe, and stand-up paddle board 2-hour rentals during the week!** Use the following link to book your spot:[ ](https://torontoadventures.ca/all-adventures/kayak-canoe-sup-rentals/)**[https://torontoadventures.ca/all-adventures/kayak-canoe-sup-rentals/](https://torontoadventures.ca/all-adventures/kayak-canoe-sup-rentals/)**[ ](https://torontoadventures.ca/all-adventures/kayak-canoe-sup-rentals/)
The calm meandering Humber River is one of Toronto’s hidden gems! Home to a huge variety of wildlife, including Beaver, Blue Heron, Deer and much more, you’ll feel like you’ve left the city behind!
*Events are subject to weather and other factors out of our control. If we must cancel or delay an event we will those booked on the [torontoadventures.ca](http://torontoadventures.ca/) website know as soon as possible.*
**Weekend Pricing (per 2-hour rental), Payable online through:** [https://torontoadventures.ca/all-adventures/kayak-canoe-sup-rentals/](https://torontoadventures.ca/all-adventures/kayak-canoe-sup-rentals/)
Single Kayak (seats 1 person) : $49.95+taxes
Tandem Kayak (seats 2 people) : $89.95+taxes
Regular Canoe (seats 2 people) : $79.95+taxes
Large Canoe (seats 3 people) : $89.95+taxes
Stand-up Paddle Board ( 1 person): $49.95+taxes
**Included:**
* Boat(s), Paddle(s), PFD(s)/ “Life Jacket(s)”, & Coast Guard Safety Kit.
* Brief orientation covering paddling safety, Toronto Adventures’ rules, and the Humber River paddling route
* Our friendly staff to help you launch your boat(s) and/or boards.
* SUP Leash (For Paddle Board Rentals Only)
**What to bring?**
* Dress for the weather!
* Wear closed-toe athletic footwear you don’t mind getting wet & muddy (shoes not required on SUPs).
* Sunscreen, sunglasses & hats, are all recommended for sunny days.
* A water bottle.
* Government Issued Photo ID.
**Important Information**
Anyone under the age of 18 must have a Parent/Guardian/Adult accompany them all the times on the water. Online Adult Waivers are available through confirmation emails. For minors, waivers will need to be signed in person on location. There must be an Adult to Child ratio of 1:4 in the children are under 12 years of age. From ages 12-18 we require a 1:5 adult to youth ratio. We have lifejackets starting at 30 pounds and are fully adjustable.
* Paddlers must be comfortable treading water while wearing a PFD and reaching a shoreline (minimum 20 metres to shore).
* Late Fees Returning Boat(s)/Equipment – $20/15 minutes per boat.
**[Google Link Directions](https://torontoadventures.ca/directions/#humberriverlocation)**
**[Cancellation Policy](https://torontoadventures.ca/faq/#cancellation)**
We hope to see you out on the water!
Social Salsa/Bachata/Merengue/Kizomba/ChaCha
7.30pm-10.30pm Social Dance
Usually more than 50 people join us for a fun Salsa/Bachata night. The best way to end the weekend!
You don't need to have a partner or be an experienced dancer. We provide two classes for beginner level and intermediate level.
◾When You Arrive ◾
- Sanitize your hands before entering the dance studio & in between dances, please
- Do not come to dance if you show any symptoms of cold/flu
◾ Drop in : $15 ◾
* Every Sunday *
📍39 Glen Cameron Road, unit #1 Thornhill, Ontario
From: 7.30 - 10.30 pm
Cover fee: $15 at the door
We will also be hosting two free salsa lessons and a bachata lesson: (it's included)
*6.30pm-7.30pm Bachata L1 by Estephan [small room]
*6.30pm-7.30pm Salsa by David [large dance studio]
*7.30pm-10.30pm Sunday Social Dancing [large dance studio]
* Music:
Mostly Salsa & Bachata, some Merengue and a few Cha Cha and Kizomba. Come out and enjoy the night away! *
Usually, more than 50 people are attending this social, and people switch partners, so you don't need to bring a partner.
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Backpacking Events This Week
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Sunday Nature and Neighbourhood Walk! (Dinner and Music Listening Party after)
Hello everyone,
**\*\*Kindly Read Carefully\*\***
Please join me and my other groups for a fantastic spring afternoon involving a leisure nature and beautiful neighbourhood walk
\- Include trails\, parks\, cafes\, ice breakers\, washroom breaks and beautiful sties to see
-Our great event will continue as we hit a fabulous location for dinner, beverages and conversation (optional)
-Stick around after dinner and music listening party after
**Time and Location: Where to meet us?**
We will meet at out front of **Smoke Show** **744 Mt. Pleasant Rd)**
\*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at
**3:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 3:30 p.m.)**
This will give us an opportunity to introduce ourselves as everyone arrives; then make our way on our small adventure through quieter and more natural parts of the city we don't usually get to see.
More details below:
Sincerely,
Steve Flemming
(Organizer/Host)
**Event Details:**
**Sunday Nature and Neighbourhood Walk! (Dinner and Music Listening Party after)**
-A great event planned as we explore Parks, Trails, Cafes and beautiful Neighbourhoods with cool sites to see
-During the walk we will stop and rest at different spots, bathroom breaks, take some lovely scenic photos, group photos and share some laughs together
-Play a couple ice breaker games near the beginning of the walk as well to help us get to know one another
\*This event is a great way to naturally make connections, get some fresh air, exercise and (re) connect with some wonderful people
**Bonus after our Leisure Nature and Neighbourhood Walk:**
\*Stick around after the walk for a fun Sunday evening gathering at an iconic venue with Reserved Seating, Great Menu, Beverages, Mingling and Music Listening Party
**Event Fee:**
10 dollars (cash only) when you arrive (HST is included)
or e transfer in advance to Steveflemming11@gmail.com
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**Time and Location: Where to meet us?**
**Date:** Sunday May 14th
We will meet at out front of **Smoke Show** **744 Mt. Pleasant Rd)**
\*Arrive early if you like (however we will meet out front at
**3:00 p.m. (we will wait for everyone to arrive until roughly 3:30 p.m.)**
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***Thanks for reading everyone, remember to RSVP and see you real soon!*** :)
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🏛️🚶 DOORS OPEN TORONTO: HIDDEN BUILDINGS & CITY STORIES WALK 🚶🏛️
🏛️🚶 **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](https://chat.whatsapp.com/DRFTkxRlHS4B3IL1lMleUd)
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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.
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🌆 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 like
It’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.
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🧢 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.
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🎟️ Meetup Fee: $5 cash in person or e-transfer to
📧 **[[mathewmaclean@hotmail.com](mailto:mathewmaclean@hotmail.com)]([mailto:mathewmaclean@hotmail.com](http://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! 💖
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🎒 What to Bring
Water
Comfortable walking shoes
Patience for lines ⏳
Weather-appropriate clothing
Optional: snacks or money for food along the way
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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.
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👤 Organizer: Mathew
Questions? Post on the event wall or email
📧 [[torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com)]([mailto:torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com](http://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. 🏛️✨
Brunch at Ravine Cafe - 20 Spots Available
La Dolce Vita Group is heading to a sweet little hot spot in Concord - Ravine Cafe for Brunch!
Ravine Cafe is a popular spot located in Concord Ontario. It is a charming eatery and is known for its modern yet homey atmosphere. I have been there personally and I can honestly say it is a hidden gem and definitely worth visiting!
Looking forward to sharing a Sunday Brunch with you!
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**SIGN-UP PROCESS:**
1. **RSVP to Join Waitlist**
When you RSVP, you'll be added to our waitlist, which is your way of expressing interest in joining us.
2. **Secure Your Spot**
E-transfer $5.00 to: [mirellaardizzi@hotmail.com](http://mirellaardizzi@hotmail.com/)
. Include the event name in your message. If your email name differs from your Meetup profile, please let me know.
3. **Confirmation**
Once payment is received, I'll move you from the waitlist to "going" - spots are secured in order of payment received.
4. **Event Capacity**
When maximum capacity is reached, RSVPs will close. Please stay on the waitlist as spots may open due to cancellations.
5. **Manage Your RSVP**
If plans change, please remove yourself from the waitlist to allow others the opportunity to join.
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**POSITIVE GROUP POLICIES**
* **Meet Someone New**
* Every meetup is a chance to make a new friend! We encourage everyone to sit with someone different each time.
* **Open Seating**
* Seats are first come, first serve - no saving seats. This helps everyone feel welcome and included.
* **Warm Welcome**
* If you see someone new or alone, invite them to join your table or conversation.
* **Positive Vibes Only**
* We celebrate kindness, encouragement, and support in all our interactions.
* **Respectful Listening**
* Everyone's voice matters. Listen with respect & curiosity.
Let's make every meetup a chance to expand our circle of friends.
A smile and a hello can make someone's day - let's be that person for each other.
Trying something new can be scary - thank-you for being brave and open to meeting new people! We are all here to connect, so let's make sure no one feels left out!
Warmest Regards
Mirella
Backpacking Events Near You
Connect with your local Backpacking community
Level One Tuesdays (Bachata & Salsa Dance Lessons)
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Salsamante Dance Academy will be at Swerve Every Tuesday Night to share the Rhythm & Energy of Bachata & Salsa.
These are Beginner Level lessons to get you comfortable and understand the two dances. Spread the Good News to all.
Swerve Dance & Fitness Complex
640 Lakeview Plaza Blvd A, Worthington, OH 43085
Bachata 7pm-8pm
Salsa 8pm-9pm
$15 - One Lesson
$20 - Both Lessons
Three Creeks Metro Park
We'll get in around 4 miles at Three Creeks Metro Parks, primarily natural trails. 17-18 minute miles, no one left behind, and faster walkers are free to lead out.
Optional lunch after!
If you're joining for hiking all the metro parks, this is the sixth one!
Revival of Reason 2026: 15 Years of BN!!!
Black Nonbelievers is proud to bring you our 2nd annual Revival of Reason!!!
Join us in Atlanta as this year, we will celebrate 15 years as an organization, along with our own version of the Juneteenth holiday!
Featured speakers include:
– Chris Cameron
– Candace Gorham
– Kellie King, aka Detroit Atheist Queen
– Hemant Mehta, The Friendly Atheist
– Godless Engineer
– Mandisa Thomas
– And MORE!!!
This is a family friendly event, so please bring your loved ones, and anyone who is interested in learning and needs secular support. [Sponsorship](https://blacknonbelievers.wufoo.com/forms/revival-of-reason-2026-sponsors-and-exhibitors/) and [volunteer](https://blacknonbelievers.wufoo.com/forms/revival-of-reason-2026-be-a-volunteer/) opportunities are also available.
You can also register to view sessions online. Official BN members get a special discount, so [sign up or renew ](https://bit.ly/3DMndSK)today!
**We look forward to seeing you at the 2026 Revival of Reason. [Register TODAY!!!](https://bit.ly/RoR2026sitepage)**
Hike Blendon Woods Metro Park
Hi ladies. We will meet in front of the Nature Center and head to the two Observation decks. We will then hike Hickory Ridge, Ripple Rock, Overlook and Sugarbush trails to get approximately four miles total distance. We will walk approximately a 18 minute mile pace. Please wear appropriate hiking shoes.


























