BRIGHT SPOT: Residents on Corktown’s Bright Street are demonstrating their solidarity and pride. Photo by Matt Elliott.

Local News Update

In this week’s issue of The Grid, Monika Warzecha has an article about a group of neighbours on Bright Street in Corktown banding together to support one of their own who was facing harassment.

The City of Toronto announced last week that artist Paul Raff has been commissioned to design an art fence along the Lower Don Trail. More details about the plan emerged this week in an article in the Toronto Star. Give it a look.

At Urban Toronto comes word that phase two of River City has officially topped off. Meanwhile, phase three has launched.

Corktown fave Adornments on Queen has released their June newsletter. This month, they’re offering 40% off all tableware, barware, linens and anything with script on it. Pay the store a visit at 338 Queen East for details — and remember, in addition to fine products for your home they also offer more than 80 blends of loose leaf tea.

Body Blitz Spa has a great special on now for the summer months, with a summer waters pass for July and August going for just $300. That’ll get you unlimited access to their therapeutic waters, along with complimentary use of lockers, sandals, kimonos and towels. Visit their website for info on the deal.

Attention: playwrights. Alumnae Theatre is currently accepting scripts for next year’s New Ideas Festival. Check out their website for the details.

Corktown events for the week of June 8, 2014

Some anticipated Soulpepper shows make their stage debuts this week at the Young Centre for the Performing Arts. First, starting Wednesday, June 11, there’s TWELVE ANGRY MEN. It runs through July 19, and you can score tickets online. Then, starting Thursday, June 12, Soulpepper’s critically-acclaimed production of ANGELS IN AMERICA returns for a limited run in conjunction with World Pride. Find details on how to see both parts of the show at the Young Centre’s website.

On Saturday, June 14, the EXTENSION ROOM at 30 Eastern Avenue is hosting their LEAP INTO SUMMER OPEN HOUSE. Enjoy $5 classes all day, sample their new and healthy JUICE BARRE menu, and take advantage of great limited-time offer summer sales. Plus, be entered in exclusive draws to win free classes! It runs between 9 a.m. and  4 p.m. and is a great opportunity to sample classes you haven’t tried, or bring a friend.

Here’s the day’s class schedule:

9:30am Allegro Ballet Bootcamp
10:30am Beginner Classical Ballet
11:30am Allegro Ballet Bootcamp
12:45 Developpe Ballet Sculpt
2:00pm Adagio Ballet Stretch

More details are on the Extension Room’s website. 

Also on Saturday, June 14, the Corktown Ukelele Jam is hosting a special UKE-101express afternoon session at Dominion on Queen (500 Queen Street East). For $48, participants are promised a “beginner’s welcome at the gates of ukelele heaven.” Sign up on their website — it’s scheduled to run between 1 and 4 p.m.

Finally, don’t forget that the Distillery Sunday Market is up and running each and every Sunday this summer, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 28 Gristmill Lane — under the sculpture. This Sunday, June 15 stick around after the market for the Sunday Summer Music Series in Trinity Square. Between 3 and 5 p.m., indie-acoustic duo FOX AND THE MOON will take the stage. Find the details at the Distillery District website.

Got a story about something going on in Corktown? Email website@corktown.ca.