New exhibit examines relationships in artwork
Meeting Point, a new exhibit at the Doris McCarthy gallery, is about symbolism in relationships. Some of the works represent antagonistic relationships, while others showcase the romance in them.
Arts & Life
Kendo traditionalists prefer ancient roots to Olympic glitter
Amid the yelling and clatter of a recent tournament at the University of Toronto, veteran practitioners of the martial art Kendo squared off – philosophically at least – against a new generation of fighters who believe their art should become an Olympic sport.
Love finds a heartbeat amidst homegrown fashions
All you need is love. The Fashion Design Council of Canada (FDCC) utilized a Show Love theme in this year’s installment of LG Fashion Week.
New actor, Tommy Boston gives moving performance in ‘Kiss the Moon, Kiss the Sun’
Despite touching on sad subjects, Kiss the Moon, Kiss the Sun stayed light and humorous. It reminded me of how amazing and how important the bonds we form with other people can be. Kiss the…
Fashion program teaches life skills
Scarborough has style too. Not to mention creative designers and beautiful models — as seen at a fashion show at Scarborough Town Centre this month.
Broadcast pioneer Laddie Burke dies at 88
Laddie Burke, better known as travel writer and photographer Laddie Dennis, died in hospital on Feb. 22 in her 89th year.
Debaters stretch out with ‘mental gymnastics’
As the prime minister makes his way to the lectern, his mind is focused on getting his message heard. He grips the sides of the podium, takes a breath, opens his mouth and begins to…
‘a la Cart’ will tempt tourists to Toronto: Filion
Eight street food vendors could provide the culinary foundation needed to give Toronto a global dining reputation. Launched on March 17, Toronto a la Cart is a new street food program designed to increase the…
Energy freshly burned, kids set to get back to the books
Six youngsters sit around a table. Paper trimmings cover the table like snowflakes. This is the Bata Shoe Museum and these kids are enrolled in their March break madness camp. During a week free from…
Sunshine brings out the Irish in Toronto
Dancers, floats, marching bands, vintage police cars and fire trucks, and even Barack Obama made their way through crowded downtown streets amidst a sea of shamrocks and green hats on Sunday. The appearance of the…