The following is a selection of featured events from toronto.com's self-submitting events calendar along with selected events from the city's event listings. Link here to our own full calendar at toronto.com. MONDAY, AUG. 21 Free outdoor music series at Scarborough's Clark Centre for the Arts, 191 Guildwood Pkwy., in partnership with City Hall Live Mondays, continuing July 31, Aug. 14, 21, 28. You'll get to spend some Monday evenings hanging out with fellow community members, listening to some of Canada's best rising Canadian musicians, with many from Scarborough! More info at waveland.ca Earl Bales Concert and Movie Series continues into August. Enjoy free live performances by local bands, or drop in for free popcorn and movie nights. Bring your family and friends for a wonderful time at Earl Bales Community Centre, 4169 Bathurst St. All events begin at 6 p.m., and include: Monday, July 31, Cheryn Lyn & The Catalysts; Wednesday Aug. 2, Stoneage; Wednesday Aug. 9, Klezkonnection; Monday Aug. 14, Hand Me Downs; Wednesday Aug. 16, Shul of Rock; Monday Aug. 21, Movie Night in the Banquet Hall. The 62nd Annual Conference of Metallurgists from Aug. 21 to 24 at Fairmont Royal York. The theme for COM 2023 is Climate Change and Sustainability. More info. TUESDAY, AUG. 22 Toronto Concert Orchestra presents: Symphony in the City – Masquerade Night, Tuesday, Aug. 22, 8 p.m. (doors open at 6:45 p.m.) at Palais Royale Ballroom, 1601 Lake Shore Blvd. W. More info. Driftwood Theatre Group will present the final season of The Bard's Bus Tour from August 5-27, in nine Ontario communities including Kingston, Bloomfield, Quinte West, Peterborough, Oshawa, Pickering, Ingersoll, Burlington and in Toronto Aug. 22 and 24 Toronto at Kew Gardens Park. Living With Shakespeare is an exploration of our continuing fascination with the world’s most recognizable playwright. More info at driftwoodtheatre.com. Free Beginner Qigong Classes – Are you interested in learning more about qigong, an ancient Chinese practice that combines movement, meditation, and breathwork to promote health and wellbeing? Kobi Zanguri invites everyone to move your Qi. Relaxing movement meditation, Tuesdays at 12:30 p.m. Free. No experience needed. In-person at AIM Academy 455 Spadina Ave, Suite 300, Toronto ON, M5S 2G8. To register for our free beginner qigong classes, please contact us directly at 416-323-1818 ext. 200. More info. Colour broadens and changes how we perceive our world. West Toronto Artists employ colour as artistic expression in their new exhibition comprising works in oil, acrylic, pottery and glass Aug. 22 to Sept. 21. Opening reception Sunday, Aug. 27, 2 to 4 p.m. at Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery, 399 The West Mall, Etobicoke. More info. WEDNESDAY, AUG. 23 Ale Hop & Robin Hatch: Berlin based Peruvian-born sound artist Ale Hop twists her experimental guitar techniques with synthesized processing to create captivating raw soundscapes that are rhythmic yet full of foreboding drones. Ale Hop will perform a solo live set for the first time in Toronto. Additionally, the event will also feature local experimental electronic neo-classical composer Robin Hatch, who also plays in the space of synthesized sounds and acoustic references. Venue: 165 Geary Ave. Doors open at 8 p.m. Tickets and more info. The Enchanted Forest: Hercinia Arts Collective in collaboration with Seeking Giants Collective and SoCirC presents The Enchanted Forest, a free circus show combining aerial acrobatics and stilt dance, along with a community circus workshop for all ages. Free at Flagstaff Park in Etobicoke. Aug. 23 to 27 from 5:30 to 7 p.m. More info. Driftwood Theatre Group will present the final season of The Bard's Bus Tour from August 5-27, in nine Ontario communities including Kingston, Bloomfield, Quinte West, Peterborough, Oshawa, Pickering, Ingersoll, Burlington and in Toronto Aug. 22 and 24 Toronto at Kew Gardens Park. Living With Shakespeare is an exploration of our continuing fascination with the world’s most recognizable playwright. More info at driftwoodtheatre.com. Arts in the Parks. Box Concerts, presented by Tapestry Opera, is a free summer performance series showcasing a diverse roster of Toronto opera talents on a traveling trailer stage, performing 30-minute sets of classical opera, musical theatre, pop, and original Canadian works. This is a family friendly event at the following Scarborough parks: Morningside Park, 390 Morningside Ave., Aug. 2, 13, 27, Sept. 10 (12:30, 2 and 3:30 p.m.); Cedar Brook Park, 91 Eastpark Blvd., Aug. 6, 20, Sept. 3 (12:30, 2 and 3:30 p.m.); and Guild Park Aug. 9 and 23 (12:30, 3 and 6 p.m.) and Aug. 30 and Sept. 6 (12:30, 2 and 3:30 p.m.). More info. THURSDAY, AUG. 24 Fan Expo Canada, Aug 24 to 27 at Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front St. W. touts itself as Canada's largest comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming event and the third-largest Pop Culture event in North America. More info at fanexpohq.com. A free lecture on astronomy by Dr. Katie Mack followed by telescope and lab tours, a planetarium, games, and more Thursday, Aug. 24, 7 to 10 p.m., Room 1050, Earth Science Building, 5 Bancroft Avenue. There will be a book sale and signing before the talk, as well as lunar observing. More info. Driftwood Theatre Group will present the final season of The Bard's Bus Tour from August 5-27, in nine Ontario communities including Kingston, Bloomfield, Quinte West, Peterborough, Oshawa, Pickering, Ingersoll, Burlington and in Toronto Aug. 22 and 24 Toronto at Kew Gardens Park. Living With Shakespeare is an exploration of our continuing fascination with the world’s most recognizable playwright. More info at driftwoodtheatre.com. The Edwards Summer Music Series on Thursday nights includes eight free outdoor concerts (continuing Aug. 24, 31) showcasing contemporary Canadian talent, within the beauty of the Toronto Botanical Garden. Hosted by award-winning broadcaster and environmentalist Anwar Knight. Concerts are held rain or shine within the courtyard adjacent to the historic barn in Edwards Gardens (they move indoors in the case of extreme weather). Free. General seating is available on a first-come basis or guests are encouraged to bring their own chair. More info. At Orchard Rendezvous, you can enjoy a variety of games, music, and giveaways while spending time with your family and friends at Dwonsview Park 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. on the 2nd and 4th Thursday of August (Aug. 24). The program is perfect for all ages. More info at downsviewpark.ca/events/orchard-rendezvous Cringe Worthy: Join us for a trip down memory lane as people share their most embarrassing teen stories, live on stage. Money raised from Cringe Worthy will support JF&CS Camp Subsidies Program. From 7 to 10 p.m. on Thursday, Aug. 24. Ticketed event at The Opera House. More info. Stay Tuned Improv presents “Princess and the ‘Prov”, an improvised fantasy princess musical. We'll be bringing one audience member on stage to turn their life into a fantastical world of magic, action, love, justice, and, most of all, princesses. What will you wish upon this all-star cast? Tickets are $16 on line and $20 at the door at SoCap Comedy (The Social Capital) at 154 Danforth Avenue. From 8 to 9 p.m. Thursday, Aug. 24. More info. It's Tricky Trivia Thursday, Aug. 27, 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. at Gabby's on King East and Shoeless Joe’s Sports Grill, 38 The Esplanade. Swing Dance Classes Thursdays at Royal Canadian Legion Branch 258, 305 Morrish Road, Scarborough. Classes are held on Thursdays, beginners 7-8 p.m, Intermediate/Advanced 8-9 p.m. The cost is $40 per person for a session of 5 classes. A free class is offered to all newcomers so they can see if swing is right for them. More info. Dashmaawaan Bemaadzinjin (They Feed the People) Food and Craft Market every Thursday through to Oct. 5, 3:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Fort York, 250 Fort York Blvd. Farmers Market at the Garden Thursdays (until Oct. 5), 3 to 7 p.m. at Toronto Botanical Garden, 777 Lawrence Ave. E. The market is located at the entrance, surrounded by the natural beauty of the Garden. The weekly offerings include themed programming, drop-in family activities, and a free gardening advice clinic provided by the Toronto Master Gardeners. More info at torontobotanicalgarden.ca TacoTaco Open Mic Thursdays every Thursday 8 p.m. at TacoTaco, 319 Augusta Ave. More info. FRIDAY, AUG. 25 Celebrate Korean culture during the Toronto Korean Festival with K-Pop, K-Dance and K-Food at Mel Lastman Square. This year will be the biggest festival yet to celebrate the 60th anniversary of Korea-Canada diplomatic relations. Entry: free. Aug. 25 to 27, 2023 from noon to 9 p.m. More info. Waking Wonderland created by Secret Location, is an interactive adventure that invites you on a dreamlike journey, inspired by Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland. From Aug. 25 to Nov. 12 at Illuminarium at The Distillery District, 28 Distillery Lane, Toronto. Tickets and More info. Space: a Journey to the Moon and Beyond, Aug. 25 to Nov. 16 at The Distillery District, 28 Distillery Lane, is touted as "an out-of-this-world immersive experience, taking visitors on an extraordinary journey across the galaxy. The exhibition will include interactive and visually-stunning imagery from the James Webb Telescope through the lens of Illuminarium’s high-tech animation systems and 360-degree fully immersive screens. Fly through the latest stunning images of nebula, kick up dust on the moon, see Saturn’s rings up close, and weave through an asteroid belt. A giant leap into the unknown, SPACE will transport you to places you’ve only ever imagined." More info. SummerSeries in Trillium Park has an exciting season of programming offering the perfect setting to enjoy music, arts, wellness, and nature through to late-September. Programming includes: Summer Live Music Festival, Aug. 25 to 27: The weekend features three diverse programs: Live Jazz, SING! In the Summer a cappella, and Indigenous Music Live, covering jazz, pop, and world music. The Academy Presents, Sept. 1 to 3, will showcase the wealth of local talent in Toronto. More info. Scarborough Fair Music Festival Aug. 25 to 27 at Bridlewood Mall at Warden and Finch. This Unique Celebration with live music performing arts, kids' bouncy castles and art booths, food vendors, a farmers’ mart from local farmers, etc. celebrates Canadians’ multiculturalism. More info. The Scarborough Community Multicultural Festival is an exciting 3-day cultural explosion of cuisine, music, etc. Aug. 25 to 27 at Confederation Park, 250 Dolly Varden Blvd. More info. New York comedian/actor Derek Gaines in Toronto Friday, Aug. 25 for two shows: at 7 p.m. and 9:30 p.m. Ticketed event at 2800 Danforth Ave. More info. Fan Expo Canada, Aug 24 to 27 at Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front St. W. touts itself as Canada's largest comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming event and the third-largest Pop Culture event in North America. More info at fanexpohq.com. Outdoor Movie Nights Fridays presented by Bloor West Village BIA at Neil McLellan Park, 263 Beresford Ave. Do not forget to bring your lawn chairs and blankets. Please note that movies and popcorn are free but donations welcome at the Snack Shack with proceeds to the Bloor West Village Food Bank. Aug. 18 'Minions: The Rise of Gru'; Aug. 25 Super Mario Bros; Sept. 1 Turning Red; Sept. 8 Dennis the Menace.  More info. Music Bingo at Shoeless Joe's, The Esplanade Fridays 7:30 to 9:30 p.m. More info. SATURDAY, AUG. 26 Tamil Fest hosted by Canadian Tamil Congress is the largest Tamil street festival of its kind outside of the Indian subcontinent. Tamil Fest focuses on promoting diversity by sharing the rich Tamil Culture among fellow Torontonions and Canadians, through great exposure to cultural food, artistic talents and traditional activities. Last year the annual Tamil Fest attracted well over 250,000 individuals, which was its highest number of attendees since its inception in 2015. It's on at Markham Road, between McNicoll Ave and Passmore Ave on Saturday, Aug. 26 from noon to 11 p.m. and Sunday, Aug. 27 from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. More info. Trinbago Toronto is a celebration of the culture, history, and impact of the Trinidad & Tobago diaspora in Canada Aug. 26, 27, 1 to 8 p.m., at Yonge-Dundas Square. Expect live entertainment reflective of Trinidad and Tobago's diversity, DJs, food vendors and food demonstrations, Carnival mas band pop-ups, prizes and giveaways. More info at trinbago.ca Summer Serenade by Rouge River Winds Saturday, Aug. 26, 3 to 5 p.m. at St Dunstan Of Canterbury, 56 Lawson Rd. This is a group of people affiliated with the University of Toronto, Scarborough Campus. Come and listen to lively classical music. More info. In celebration and support of Black culture and entrepreneurialism, the Confronting Anti-Black Racism Unit has partnered with Black Owned Toronto to culminate Emancipation Month with the Freedom Market Saturday, Aug. 26, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. at Fort York National Historic Site, 100 Garrison Rd. The free market will feature Black owned businesses, artisans, food, entertainment, and more. More info. An ABBA Themed Drag Brunch/Lunch Is Coming to Toronto Saturday, Aug. 26, 1 to 3 and 5 to 7 p.m., 249 Queens Quay W. Advance tickets required. More info. Arts in the Parks: The Power of Movement. A four-week Dance Series in Wincott Park, 86 Northcrest Rd, Etobicoke, for the community to learn Caribbean and African styles of dance and the benefits of dance on your wellbeing. On Saturdays, noon to 2 p.m. continuing Aug. 26. Each session will start with a 45-minute DJ set to create a fun atmosphere for participants, while ICONS group members lead participants through interactive movements. This will be followed by a 45-minute dance workshop led by a resident artist Zahra Abena and Jonna Abrams. All levels of dance are welcome. This free, family-friendly event is a safe and fun environment for everyone to learn. More info. The Junction Pop-Up Music Series. This community-based music series will run every Saturday through to September 9, between 2 and 4 p.m. The series will feature 15 free performances suitable for all ages, easily accessible in the Junction, and staged safely in various outdoor and retail locations. More info. Withrow Park Farmers Market, 725 Logan Ave., Saturdays 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. through to Oct. 14. A mid-sized farmers' market offering a wide array of farm fresh ingredients, baked goods, prepared food vendors and artisans. Featuring face painters, live music and children's activities almost every week. More info. SummerSeries in Trillium Park has an exciting season of programming offering the perfect setting to enjoy music, arts, wellness, and nature through to late-September. Programming includes: Summer Live Music Festival, Aug. 25 to 27: The weekend features three diverse programs: Live Jazz, SING! In the Summer a cappella, and Indigenous Music Live, covering jazz, pop, and world music. The Academy Presents, Sept. 1 to 3: The Academy will showcase the wealth of local talent in Toronto. More info. CF Shops at Don Mills is hosting the Toronto Artisan Market in the Town Square area of the property Aug. 26-27. With a market filled with an array of local skilled-artisan vendors, Torontonians can explore a range of products– from handcrafted jewelry, exquisite homemade goods, and captivating art, there’s something for everyone’s taste. And in support of our furry friends, Guardians Best will be setting up booths selling unique pet products like collars, leashes, gourmet treats, and bowties, along with adoption booths showing off the full database of animals like dogs, kittens, and bunnies looking for a loving home. With a diverse selection of 40 local vendors, Torontonians are sure to enjoy a fun weekend and be able to give back to the community by supporting local businesses. More info. Scarborough Fair Music Festival Aug. 25 to 27 at Bridlewood Mall at Warden and Finch. This Unique Celebration with live music performing arts, kids' bouncy castles and art booths, food vendors, a farmers’ mart from local farmers, etc. celebrates Canadians’ multiculturalism. More info. Lace up your shoes, get your kilometres in, and get excited about the Achilles International Canada (AIC) Hope and Possibility Run, Walk and Roll. The event Saturday, Aug. 26 features a 5k Fun Run, Walk or roll. Achilles International Canada (AIC) provides opportunities for people with disabilities to achieve their own personal athletic goals. Currently AIC’s programs include running, walking and wheelchair rolling. All levels and abilities are encouraged at this Woodbine Beach event. Tickets and more info. I nsideOut Health + Fitness Studio open house. Exclusive offers & deals for attendees. BBQ, Boxing, Yoga, Dance and more at 210 Laird Drive, Toronto. More info. Yorkville Murals, Toronto’s most captivating art and muralism festival returns August 26-27 with a brand new theme titled, No Empty Spaces. Celebrating its fifth year of the festival, Yorkville Murals will transform the street into a cultural extravaganza, where visitors will be entertained with every step. On Yorkville Avenue from Bellair Street to Hazelton Avenue, Yorkville Murals will deliver participatory entertainment and play. More info. Fan Expo Canada, Aug 24 to 27 at Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front St. W. touts itself as Canada's largest comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming event and the third-largest Pop Culture event in North America. More info at fanexpohq.com. SUNDAY, AUG. 27 Eglinton Way Farmers' Market is every Sunday, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. through to Oct. 29 at Green P 047, 125 Burnaby Blvd. The team at the Eglinton Way BIA is excited to present another year of developing the community collective through: live music, local vendors, fresh goodies, handmade crafts and more fun for the entire family to enjoy! Rain or shine. More info. Afro-Caribbean Farmers' Market in partnership with the York-Eglinton BIA, and Toronto City Councilor Josh Matlow biweekly (continuing Aug. 27, Sept. 10, 24), 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Green P Parking Lot, 1531 Eglinton Ave. West, east of Oakwood Ave. More info. Maven Talk with artist Lorena Diaz presented by City of Toronto. Learn more about Lorena’s career as an artist working in glass sculpture, textiles and paintings. Lorena is one of the recipients of #theClarkTO's Artist Residency Program Sunday, Aug. 27, 1 to 2 p.m. Limited capacity. First come, first served at Clark Centre for the Arts, 191 Guildwood Pkwy, Scarborough. Exhibition runs until Aug. 30. Witness one of Canada's top mentalism groups perform their acclaimed show Connection, creating "an evening of mentalism and magic unlike any other" (Broadway World), "a night full of twists and surprises that leaves you gobsmacked” (Toronto Star), and “a captivating, exciting, and mind-rattling show that is thoroughly entertaining, and shocking” (Sesaya Arts). Doors open 30 minutes prior to performance time. Show runtime: 80-90 minutes. Sunday, Aug. 27 at The Rec Room, 255 Bremner Blvd. Ticketed event. More info. SummerSeries in Trillium Park has an exciting season of programming offering the perfect setting to enjoy music, arts, wellness, and nature through to late-September. Programming includes: Summer Live Music Festival, Aug. 25 to 27: The weekend features three diverse programs: Live Jazz, SING! In the Summer a cappella, and Indigenous Music Live, covering jazz, pop, and world music. The Academy Presents, Sept. 1 to 3: The Academy will showcase the wealth of local talent in Toronto. More info. Scarborough Fair Music Festival Aug. 25 to 27 at Bridlewood Mall at Warden and Finch. This Unique Celebration with live music performing arts, kids' bouncy castles and art booths, food vendors, a farmers’ mart from local farmers, etc. celebrates Canadians’ multiculturalism. More info. Fan Expo Canada, Aug 24 to 27 at Metro Toronto Convention Centre, 255 Front St. W. touts itself as Canada's largest comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming event and the third-largest Pop Culture event in North America. More info at fanexpohq.com. Arts in the Parks. Box Concerts, presented by Tapestry Opera, is a free summer performance series showcasing a diverse roster of Toronto opera talents on a traveling trailer stage, performing 30-minute sets of classical opera, musical theatre, pop, and original Canadian works. This is a family friendly event at the following Scarborough parks: Morningside Park, 390 Morningside Ave., Aug. 27, Sept. 10 (12:30, 2 and 3:30 p.m.); Cedar Brook Park, 91 Eastpark Blvd., Sept. 3 (12:30, 2 and 3:30 p.m.); and Guild Park Aug. 23 (12:30, 3 and 6 p.m.) and Aug. 30 and Sept. 6 (12:30, 2 and 3:30 p.m.). More info. ONGOING... Experience Little Jamaica for the Foodilicious Extravaganza, part of Get to Know Eglinton West, a City of Toronto Cultural Hotspot Signature Project. Until August 30, visitors can use special coupons to purchase a $10 meal at some of the best restaurants in Eglinton West. Each meal includes a free drink from Grace Foods Canada Inc. Foodilicious also features a coupon booklet with 10 to 15 per cent off at participating Little Jamaica Black-owned businesses, including barbershops and beauty salons. August 3, 2023 - August 30. 10:00 am - 10:00 pm. More info thelittlejamaica.com The Intensifying Storm an art exhibition featuring Poonam Khanna through to Aug. 31 at Riverdale Hub, 1326 Gerrard St. Meet the artist Aug. 19, 2 to 4 p.m. More info. Harbourfront Centre presents the return of its annual concert series, Summer Music in the Garden (SMIG), featuring 18 free concerts in the Toronto Music Garden on most Thursdays and Sundays throughout the summer. Featuring a wide variety of musical styles from emerging and established artists, audiences can enjoy a mix of high-energy dance to contemplative classical set in an idyllic, lakeside venue. To complement the concert experience, audiences are also invited to experience free guided tours of the Toronto Music Garden, hosted by Toronto Botanical Garden volunteers on most Wednesdays at 11 a.m. and Thursdays at 5:30 p.m. See event website for further details. Ignite your child’s imagination with a free Adventure Away kit. Each kit contains an art activity with simple directions and supplies for making. Runs through August 31 Monday to Sunday from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Clark Centre for the Arts at 191 Guildwood Pkwy. Free event for ages 4 and older. Limited number of kits available per day. More info. A Sense of Movement: Japanese Sports Posters through to Sept. 9 at The Japan Foundation, 2 Bloor St. E. This impressive international exhibition explores the connection between Japanese graphic design and sports. The collection presents a total of 68 pieces from 24 designers, from young professionals to great graphic design masters, who introduces the means to creatively convey sports and movement through two-dimensional printed media. Join us to experience the fruit of Japan’s rich graphic design culture, from the 1964 Tokyo Summer Olympics to present day. Free but advance registration required for the hourly slots. More info. The Synagogue at Babyn Yar: Turning the Nightmare of Evil into a Shared Dream through to Nov. 12 at Koffler Centre of the Arts, 180 Shaw St. A compelling showcase of Ukrainian Jewish history created with partners including architects Manuel Herz and Douglas Birkenshaw, photographers Edward Burtynsky and Maxim Dondyuk, and historian Robert Jan van Pelt, it opens in a time of peril and unrest for Ukrainians. This exhibition also strives to spotlight the fight for creating a bold new beginning in a land fraught with conflict and challenge. More info. Disney Animation: Immersive Experience at Lighthouse ArtSpace Toronto, 1 Yonge Street, ongoing. An innovative celebration that takes you inside the greatest films of Walt Disney Animation Studios, from their very earliest, groundbreaking features to the beloved hit movies of today. More info. 'Afrophilia: Sculpture Installation' presented by the City of Toronto and The Toronto Sculpture Garden, 115 King St. E., through to Aug. 21. Free. This work is inspired by the generation of young black people who are driving a shift in self perception and changing our global consciousness of blackness to appreciate its immense value, diversity, and beauty. Installation is open 24/7. More info. Black Women in Leadership Exhibition at City of Toronto Archives, 255 Spadina Rd. through to Aug. 31, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. (closed weekends, statutory holidays). Presented by the City of Toronto and Black Artists Networks in Dialogue Gallery And Culture. Featuring portraits of 40 Black women leaders by four Toronto-based visual artists, Janice Reid, Leyla Jeyte, Jon Blak, and Patricia Ellah. More info. Seeing the Invisible: An Outdoor Augmented Reality Exhibition presented by the Museum of Contemporary Art (MOCA) in Partnership with The City of Toronto and Toronto Parks, Forestry & Recreation through to Sept. 30. This outdoor experience includes thirteen AR works by internationally recognized artists such as Isaac Julien, Pamela Rosenkranz and Ai Weiwei. The 1.5 hour walking route begins at MOCA and includes locations at Sorauren Park and High Park, taking visitors on an exploration of virtual art and nature as artworks are seen and activated using a mobile app. Setting these digital experiences within natural and urban contexts, the exhibition addresses themes pertaining to the environment and sustainability, exploring the boundaries and connections between art, technology and nature. More info. Jr. Forest Explorers at Downsview Park (usually second and fourth Mondays), 10 a.m. for 90m to 1hr. A nature program for toddlers and their guardians. Upcoming themes: Free but registration required for each session. More info. Nature Connection at Downsview Park (usually second and fourth Sundays, 2 to 3:30 p.m. unless otherwise noted). Each nature-themed session will get you exploring the natural world that makes Downsview Park unique. Each program is 90 minutes; all ages are welcome but those under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult; activities will be flexible and reflective of the participants’ interests; pets are not permitted at this program (service animals are always welcome). More info. Rouge National Urban Park guided walks: discover the park's natural, cultural and agricultural stories with friendly and knowledgeable Parks Canada volunteer leaders and staff on most weekend days. Visit park website for information on theme, age suitability, difficulty of the walks. Black Women in Leadership Exhibition presented by City of Toronto and Black Artists Networks in Dialogue Gallery And Culture. Featuring portraits of 40 Black women leaders by four Toronto-based visual artists, Janice Reid, Leyla Jeyte, Jon Blak, and Patricia Ellah. Curated by Sarah Edo and Belinda Uwase, Black Women in Leadership celebrates and highlights contributions from Black women leaders across various sectors including arts and culture, business, health and wellness and activism. These women have led and continue to inspire change in their communities and have paved the way for the next generation of Black women leaders through community involvement and advocacy. This free atrium exhibit at City of Toronto Archives at 255 Spadina Rd. is open weekdays 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturdays noon to 5 p.m. (atrium only) until Aug. 31. More info. Acclaimed curator and creative director Ashley McKenzie-Barnes mentored a group of local emerging and mid-career artists who identify as Black, Indigenous, and people of colour in a groundbreaking 12-month mentorship program. The participating artists were given the freedom to create self-directed works, resulting in a collection of unique and diverse pieces. These artists specialize in contemporary art, design and interdisciplinary practices, and respond to anti-colonialism, anti-oppression and anti-racism. Each project highlights the varied perspectives and experiences of the 2SLGBTQ+ community. The Artist Mentorship Showcase includes artworks by Destinie Adélakun June 23 to Oct. 28 at Market Gallery, 95 Front Street East (2nd floor); and Steven Beckly June 23 to Aug. 27 at Montgomery's Inn. 50 Years of Funny presented by: The Second City. A comedy show 50 years in the making. This revue, celebrating The Second City Toronto's 50th Anniversary, features sketches created by Canadian comedy icons like, Mike Myers, Catherine O’Hara, John Candy, Colin Mochrie and more! Join us as we journey through a hilarious half century and bring some of The Second City's most beloved characters back to life. Mondays, Fridays and Saturdays at 8 p.m.; Thursdays at 8:30 p.m.. Tickets and more info The Queer Tamil Collective’s Oor Exhibition, hosted at the Scarborough Museum, explores the question of belonging when faced with the fractures of displacement through war, colonialism, caste violence, and queerphobia. Through a carefully curated selection of sculptures, textiles, paintings, portraits and videos, 12 Queer Tamil artists from across the globe remember and revisit their complex histories while reimagining new possibilities of resistance in the face of growing bigotry and intolerance, in the hopes of carving out a new place of belonging that transcends binaries, borders, space and time. It runs at the Scarborough Museum, 1007 Brimley Rd., through to Jan. 31, 2024. More info. Ready, set, summer! Toronto’s highly anticipated Union Summer at Union Station Plaza, 65 Front St. W., running to Aug. 27. Spanning 58 eventful days, prepare to immerse yourself in a feast of summer delights, from live performances to tantalizing cuisine. This year, food vendors will rotate after one month, giving opportunities to more vendors and providing new and exciting food options for visitors. We've also got your summer fun covered with free daily live programming featuring films, music and great performances, right in the heart of the city. More info. At Neilson Park Creative Centre, 56 Neilson Dr., Etobicoke, through to Sept. 1 in Art Space Connect and Parkview Galleries, the Society of Canadian Artists presents its 55th Open International Exhibition, celebrating the vibrant and diverse voices of Canada’s artistic community. Steampunk!, running through to Sept. 30 at Toronto Public Library - Lillian H. Smith Branch, 239 College St., features advanced versions of 19th century technologies alongside Victorian-era dress and mannerisms. Visit alternate histories from across the globe, fantasy worlds, and even other planets where steam and clockwork reign supreme. Free. All are welcome. Located in the Merril Collection of Science Fiction, Speculation & Fantasy, on the 3rd floor. More info. This year’s Play the Parks presents 42 live-concerts happening weekly through to Sept. 9 at the following locations – College Park, Trinity Square, McGill and Granby Parkettes and more. Featured are a wide range of musical styles and genres by local Canadian artists, including World, Latin, Funk, Jazz, Calypso, Reggae, Afro, Rock, Pop, R&B, Hip Hop, Folk/Country, Blues, Electronic, Classical and artists with Indigenous roots. Some locations will include Farmers’ Market and Bike clinics. Play the Parks is always open to everyone and free of charge. For schedule, visit here. Canadian Stage is proud to celebrate 40 years of Dream in High Park with the return of this hilarious Shakespearean love story A Midsummer Night's Dream, through to Sept. 3 (excluding Mondays). Ticketed event. Step into the colourful world of CoComelon at CoComelon Party Time from July 20 now extended to Aug. 27 at Arcadian Court, 401 Bay St., (Simpson Tower, 8th floor). Partygoers will step inside the world of CoComelon as they join JJ, YoYo, TomTom, Nina, and Cody to explore their way through a variety of interactive party experiences where kids can dance, sing, play and explore. Times vary between 9:30 a.m. and 4 p.m. each day. Check here for specific times and ticket info. Free Main Floor at ROM, 100 Queens Park, returns this Summer 2023 through to Sept. 4, 7 days a week (now open Mondays!), no advance ticket required, with live performances, educational activities for kids, and access to ROM’s 80,000 square-foot first floor—all for free! Plus, new this year, performances will also take place outside the building on the Helga and Mike Schmidt Performance Terrace overlooking Philosopher’s Walk. More info. Textura y Color runs Aug. 2 to 30. Enjoy intricate glass works by artist-in-residence Lorena Diaz that combines painting, mosaic and stained-glass techniques. Nick Kennedy, owner of Canada’s Best Bar Civil Liberties Bar, along with veteran consumer goods executives and entrepreneurs Mary Beth and John Williamson, are elevating classic cocktails in keg and ready-to-pour bottle formats with Civil Pours. To celebrate its official launch, the bartender-led brand is opening a Civil Pours Draught Cocktail Patio Bar and Bottle Shop Pop-Up beginning Wednesday, Aug. 2, at 866 Bloor Street West, offering Torontonians the chance to experience premium draught cocktails. The Civil Pours pop-up cocktail patio bar will run until mid-September and features a bright, playfully designed 50-seat enclosed patio that delivers cocktails for the curious. More info. Art from the Vault - Art Exhibition in the TD Gallery located in the Toronto Reference Library, first floor, 789 Yonge St. Sweeping vistas, historical landmarks, Toronto streetscapes and captivating portraits take centre stage in this exhibition of art preserved by TPL. Get a glimpse of long-held treasures and new acquisitions from TPL's Canadian Documentary Art Collection. These artworks show the depth and breadth of the collection, and our changing — yet familiar — environments. The exhibit is open during Toronto Reference Library operating hours through to Oct. 15. More info. Divina Dali Toronto features 110 rare masterpieces from the private collection of Dali's archivist extended to Sept. 30 at Brookfield Place, 181 Bay St. Visitors will embark on a captivating journey through the universes of the Inferno, Purgatory, and Paradise. The carefully curated music and theatrical lighting effects are the backdrop for these original artworks and will transport you into a world of wonder, where the profound paintings will leave a lasting impression. More info at divinadali.com Shakespeare in the Ruff presents the world premiere of Richard Three by Patricia Allison running this summer from Aug. 19 to Sept. 3 (no Monday shows), 7:30 p.m. outdoors in Withrow Park. In this new work centred on disability and inspired by Shakespeare, we find ourselves in the winter of our discontent as a multiversal collision brings two ideologically opposing Richards of Gloucester face-to-face. Both Richards must collaborate through this once-in-a-lifetime cosmological event to secure the crown and save the universe. Tickets PWYCA (Pay What You Can Afford), available only through www.shakespeareintheruff.com The Drowning Girls Aug 17 to 27 at Guild Park & Gardens, 201 Guildwood Pkwy., Scarborough. No Monday shows, 7:30 p.m. start except for Sundays, 5:30 p.m. More info. (UPCOMING) By the Lake Book Club – 6-Event Package. Presented by: City of Toronto, Humber College and Toronto International Festival of Authors, By the Lake Book Club offers an inspiring season of in-person and virtual literary events. Join Humber College graduates and alumni as they dive into conversation with leading Canadian authors. This series presents six Tuesday-night events (3 café seating and 3 tiered seating), between February and December. The 2023 lineup continues with Cody Caetano (Sept. 12), Sarah Polley (Oct. 17) and Alissa York (Dec. 5). Each in-person event includes a reading, discussion, audience Q&A and book-signing. Book your 6-ticket package by February 21 to save. More info. Colour broadens and changes how we perceive our world. West Toronto Artists employ colour as artistic expression in their new exhibition comprising works in oil, acrylic, pottery and glass Aug. 22 to Sept. 21. Opening reception Sunday, Aug. 27, 2 to 4 p.m. at Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery, 399 The West Mall, Etobicoke. More info. Space: a Journey to the Moon and Beyond, Aug. 25 to Nov. 16, 28 Distillery Lane, is touted as "an out-of-this-world immersive experience, taking visitors on an extraordinary journey across the galaxy. The exhibition will include interactive and visually-stunning imagery from the James Webb Telescope through the lens of Illuminarium’s high-tech animation systems and 360-degree fully immersive screens. Fly through the latest stunning images of nebula, kick up dust on the moon, see Saturn’s rings up close, and weave through an asteroid belt. A giant leap into the unknown, SPACE will transport you to places you’ve only ever imagined." More info. Waking Wonderland created by Secret Location, is an interactive adventure that invites you on a dreamlike journey, inspired by Lewis Carroll's Alice in Wonderland. From Aug. 25 to Nov. 12 at Illuminarium at The Distillery District, 28 Distillery Lane, Toronto. Tickets and More info. Looking for more things to do? Check out our events calendar and things to do section.

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