DANCE SO KIDS GET READ TO
We all assume parents read to their children – but what if they have never set foot in a library in their lives? What if they can’t read? Tonight (Thursday, July 28), the Words event at C Lounge benefits Literature for Life, the group committed to supporting the role of mother as her child’s first teacher by facilitating unique programs for marginalized women. Spoken word artists Dwayne Morgan, Jwyze and others perform, with music by Andia Symaniw and a DJ set by k-os. 456 Wellington. 8:30 pm, $25. literatureforlife.org.
CRITICAL MASS RIDE
The monthly group bike ride through the downtown to raise cycling awareness – of drivers, mostly – hits the streets Friday (July 29) in what promises to be a biggie event, given the recent bike lane take-aways by council. Yes, two-wheelers, it’s never been more critical to mass for cycling rights. Just ask Rob Ford. Meet at Bloor and Spadina. 6 pm. Free. criticalmass.com.
PEDESTRIAN SUNDAYS IN KENSINGTON
Water is the theme of the July instalment of the car-free Kensington Market celebration of culture, community and ecology taking place Sunday (July 31). Get into the stream of consciousness at College and Augusta, from noon to 7 pm. Free. pskensington.ca.
