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SUMMARY:Celebrate the launch of Nowhere with Jon Claytor
DESCRIPTION:Come and celebrate the launch of Nowhere with Jon Claytor and special guests\, Ian Roy and José Contreras! This event is free and open to the public. \nA hilarious and sinister reflection on growing up in a world where monsters are real\, Nowhere is a dreamlike meditation on adolescence and the absurdity of small-town life. Jon will be reading from this unforgettable graphic novel\, Ian will be reading from his brand new short story collection\, Astrid\, Aghast\, and singer-songwriter José will play a short set and musical accompaniment to the evening’s readings. \nAbout the Authors: \nJON CLAYTOR is a graphic novelist\, painter\, and writer. Born in San Francisco\, he lived and worked in several Canadian cities\, including Halifax\, Vancouver\, Montreal\, and Toronto\, before settling in Sackville\, New Brunswick. Claytor’s work ranges from oil painting and watercolour to comics. He has had solo exhibitions at galleries in Montreal\, Toronto\, Los Angeles\, and throughout the Maritimes. He has also written and illustrated stories for CBC Radio\, the Frye Festival\, and the website ruralharmreduction.com. \nIAN ROY is a writer\, screen printer\, and educator. His work has appeared in numerous magazines and journals\, including The Antigonish Review\, Arc\, Geist\, Long Con Magazine\, Maisonneuve\, and The New Quarterly. Ian is the author of six books\, including the short story collection\, People Leaving\, which was short-listed for both the City of Ottawa Book Award and the Upper Canada Writers’ Craft Award.
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/celebrate-the-launch-of-nowhere-with-jon-claytor/
LOCATION:Flying Books\, 784 College St\, Toronto\, ON M6G 1C6\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6G 1C6
CATEGORIES:Literature & Spoken Word
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SUMMARY:Book Launch: Silver Lake by Alex Pugsley
DESCRIPTION:Join Flying Books and Biblioasis for the launch of Alex Pugsley’s new novel Silver Lake! Pugsley\, alongside the actors David Chinchilla\, Blaise Crocker\, and John Fitzgerald Jay\, will read and perform scenes from the novel. Books will be available for sale and signing. \nIt was on a fully dark February night when I went to the Communist’s Daughter to meet a friend who never showed that my life in movies began. \nSo begins the third installment in a series of standalone novels about the life and travels of Aubrey McKee. Set in Toronto and Silver Lake\, a creative neighbourhood in Los Angeles\, the novel chronicles with infectious élan Aubrey’s journey from broken-hearted derelict to B-movie production assistant\, comedy writer\, and science-fiction screenwriter\, all the way up to feature film director. Along the way\, he encounters long-ago childhood friends\, manic producers\, NHL players turned talk show hosts\, Victoria’s Secret models\, impulsive movie stars . . . and his own rising destiny. \nAlex Pugsley has worked on over 185 produced episodes of television\, writing for performers such as Lauren Ash\, Scott Thompson\, Dan Aykroyd\, and Michael Cera. He wrote and directed the feature film Dirty Singles which won for him the Irving Avrich Emerging Filmmaker Award at TIFF. Following the publication of his first novel\, Aubrey McKee\, he was named one of CBC’s Writers to Watch. His first story collection\, Shimmer\, was nominated for the ReLit Award for Short Fiction\, and his most recent novel\, The Education of Aubrey McKee\, was long listed for the Toronto Book Awards. His next book\, The Hungarian Ballroom\, an Aubrey McKee novella\, is forthcoming from Biblioasis. More information can be found at www.alexpugsley.com.
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/book-launch-silver-lake-by-alex-pugsley/
LOCATION:Flying Books\, 784 College St\, Toronto\, ON M6G 1C6\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6G 1C6
CATEGORIES:Literature & Spoken Word
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SUMMARY:Hire Her\, Too: Black Women in Foodservice Networking Mixer
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an evening dedicated to connection\, opportunity\, and celebration of Black women shaping the future of foodservice. \nPresented by The Re-Seasoning Coalition and High Liner Foods\nAbout the Event\nThree in ten Black women working in foodservice are seeking stable\, long-term careers\, yet their average career length in the industry is only 6 years. How do we create inclusive workplaces where Black women can thrive? By working with employers to fill the gaps. \nThe Hire Her Networking Mixer is more than a hiring event — it’s a space for meaningful industry connections rooted in equity\, authenticity\, and industry resilience. \nThe Re-Seasoning Coalition is bringing together: \n\nBlack women job seekers eager to bring their talent\, skills\, and vision to foodservice.\nFoodservice employers and leaders committed to building more inclusive\, diverse\, and equitable teams.\nCommunity partners supporting women’s professional development\n\nTogether\, we’ll cultivate an atmosphere of value exchange — where both job seekers and employers walk away with insight\, opportunity\, and new relationships that can spark lasting impact. \nWhy Attend?\nFor Job Seekers: Meet potential employers\, gain industry insights\, and connect with peers who share your journey. \nFor Employers: Access an exceptional network of Black women professionals ready to bring expertise\, creativity\, and leadership to your teams. \nFor Everyone: Be part of a community-driven experience that centers equity and celebrates the contributions of Black women in foodservice. \nWhat to Expect\n\nCurated networking activities designed to spark authentic conversation.\nInsightful moments that highlight opportunities\, lived experiences\, and leadership in foodservice and the corporate world.\nA vibrant\, supportive space to exchange ideas\, inspiration\, and opportunities.\n\nThis isn’t about charity or transactional hiring. This is an event focused on increasing Black representation in foodservice by creating opportunities for employers to build talent pipelines and connect with professionals who want to contribute to their best to the field. It’s a tangible opportunity to put equity\, diversity\, and inclusion into practice and it’s about ensureing the industry thrives because of it. \nNeed support with childcare or transportation? To assist jobseekers in getting to the event\, a limited number of $50 honorariums will be sent by ETF to attendees. \nLooking forward to seeing you there! \nInterested in recruiting at this event? Click here to book a table and chairs for you and a colleague.
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/hire-her-too-black-women-in-foodservice-networking-mixer/
LOCATION:Flying Books\, 784 College St\, Toronto\, ON M6G 1C6\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6G 1C6
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SUMMARY:Banned Phones Night
DESCRIPTION:What is that?\nA night without notifications. No scrolling\, no buzzing\, no endless feeds — just you\, your thoughts\, and the people around you. \nWe’ll gather at a cozy Toronto coffee shop\, put our phones away\, and enjoy a couple of hours offline. Bring a book\, a journal\, or a creative hobby you’ve been meaning to get back to. Some people come to recharge solo\, others end up in conversation — it’s all about being present in the moment. \n⸻ \nHow the night flows\nArrival — grab a drink\, settle in\, and lock your phone away \nUnwind — read\, sketch\, write\, or just relax \nOptional connection — chat\, share ideas\, or play a game if you feel like it \nWrap-up \n⸻ \nExpect\n✨ A warm\, distraction-free space \n📚 Time to do the hobbies you’ve been putting off \n🍵 Coffee/tea (for a purchase) \n🎶 Gentle playlist to set the mood \n👥 Small group\, cozy atmosphere \n⸻ \nThink of it as a digital detox — not a networking event\, not a lecture\, just a pocket of calm in the middle of Toronto.
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/banned-phones-night/
LOCATION:Flying Books\, 784 College St\, Toronto\, ON M6G 1C6\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6G 1C6
CATEGORIES:Community Events,Fitness & Wellness
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SUMMARY:icehouse & friends: Qurat Dar\, Shane Neilson\, & Shannon Arntfield
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the launch of Non-Prophet by Qurat Dar and The Reign by Shane Neilson\, with friend Shannon Arntfield (Python Love). The poets will be in discussion with poet and editor Jim Johnstone. A signing will follow their discussion. This event is free and open to the public. \n \nABOUT THE BOOKS \nNon-Prophet is the Winner of the inaugural Claire Harris Poetry Prize. Qurat Dar’s bold debut collection explores what it is to grapple with faith that’s “just another language you’re losing\, or one you never learned to speak.” Weaving through the boundaries of language and form\, Non-Prophet meditates on things “just mundane enough to be holy / just holy enough to be mundane” — the death of a bird\, the cries of mid-nightmare prayers\, the misplaced shame of what it is to bleed. Dar’s poems both rage and reconcile\, holding gently the pieces of a fractured identity. \nThe Reign by Shane Neilson is the swirling\, ever-shifting story of a land that endures industrialism and a love that refuses subordination. From lyrics to prose\, images to echolalia\, this unforgettable myth drifts effortlessly through a wide range of forms and registers to deliver a breathtaking\, unparalleled tale. \nPython Love by Shannon Arntfield weaves together experiences of childhood abuse\, birth trauma\, and recovery from the perspective of a medical doctor who is also a mother. In her debut collection\, Shannon Arntfield delves into the many ways in which the body recalls what has been done to it. Long\, breathtaking sequences set within medical facilities during labour and delivery are juxtaposed with spare\, lyrical reflections on ideas of memory\, natural spaces\, implicit love\, and the relationships between parents and children. Full of precise observations\, careful renderings\, and visceral originality\, Python Love is focused on how the body and mind are inextricably linked\, how the past can overwhelm and inform the present\, and how recovery is tied to love and connection. \nABOUT THE AUTHORS \nQURAT DAR was Mississauga’s Youth Poet Laureate from 2021 to 2023 and the 2020 Canadian Individual Poetry Slam (CIPS) National Champion. Her poetry has been published by Arc\, Room\, and Canthius\, and shown at the Art Gallery of Mississauga and across the TTC network. \nSHANE NEILSON (mad/autistic) is a poet born in New Brunswick whose work is inspired by rural land lapped by the Saint John River. His is the author of more than a dozen volumes of poetry and prose\, including You May Not Take the Sad and Angry Consolations (icehouse poetry\, 2022). Amongst a long list of accolades\, Shane’s work has been awarded the Hamilton Book Prize and the Miramichi Reader Book of the Year. He has also been nominated for the Trillium Poetry Prize. His poetry has appeared widely in international publications such as POETRY (US)\, Prairie Schooner (US)\, and Magma (UK). In 2025\, he is serving as a judge for the Hippocrates Prize for Poetry and Medicine. \nSHANNON ARNTFIELD is a second career trauma-informed therapist and poet who turned to writing and psychological care in response to her lived experience as a child-mother-daughter and obstetrician-gynecologist. Her writing explores the bodymind continuum\, the transformative power of vulnerability\, and the challenges and rewards of renegotiating trauma. Her debut chapbook is Fallen Horseman and individual poems have appeared in Contemporary Verse 2\, PRISM International\, The Antigonish Review\, The Examined Life\, and Snapdragon Journal.
URL:https://nowtoronto.com/event/icehouse-friends-qurat-dar-shane-neilson-shannon-arntfield/
LOCATION:Flying Books\, 784 College St\, Toronto\, ON M6G 1C6\, Canada\, Old Toronto\, Toronto\, Ontario\, M6G 1C6
CATEGORIES:Literature & Spoken Word
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