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It isn't every day that you go out in search of a story and come back wearing another person's shoes. This, however, is the fate that befell Torontoist photographer Andrew Louis yesterday, in the halls of the newly renovated Royal Conservatory. Torontoist was there to preview the refurbished and expanded centre of all things musical, and since parts of it are still under construction, at a certain point we were required to trade in our kicks for steel-toed boots. (And also to don construction hats. Conservatory staff in attendance were even trained in adjusting the hats to fit our heads, which we found a remarkably deft touch.) And upon our return...lo! Missing shoes!

Got a violin that's collecting dust in your closet? An itch in your throat that can only be satisfied through loud, boisterous singing? Or perhaps you've been wondering if you should integrate your child into the wonderful world of eurhythmics. Whatever the musical-maladie, if nothing but music notes have been bouncing in your head, you might want to consider taking advantage of some free sample classes at the Royal Conservatory of Music Community School.

Bunch Family is at it again. The family oriented group, who also run the Family Dance Party and Bunch Rocks events, bring the Bunch Family Salon to The Arts and Letters Club (14 Elm St.) this Saturday, February 24th, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m. The event "is a symposium of art, music and ideas for kids and parents," keeping the Bunch tradition that family events should be designed with both the children and parents in mind.

Mayor Miller wants a citizen panel to review a proposed 8.9% pay raise. Currently Toronto City Councillors make significantly less than other southern Ontario city councillors. That being said, good luck with getting that raise during an election year.