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HISTORY: The Beach is one of the oldest neighbourhoods in Toronto, and its distinct charm and small-town-in-a-big-city feel are the main reasons (besides the whole beach aspect) that make this area so popular. As an exploration of the unique people and experiences of this area, seasoned journalist Glen Cochrane wrote The Beach: An Illustrated History from the Lake to Kingston Rd. with his wife, Jean. Today, he and the Beaches Library present the life and history of the Beach neighbourhood. He'll be sharing photos from the book and personal stories of the places he and his wife have lived in for four decades. Beaches Library, Program Room (2161 Queen Street East), 7–8 p.m., FREE.

STAGE: Internationally acclaimed acrobatic troupe the National Acrobats of China make their Massey Hall debut tonight. Founded in 1956, the troupe has won numerous acrobatic competitions over the years and thrilled audiences the world over. Their stage show combines martial arts, illusion, and (duh) acrobatics, set to traditional Chinese music. Massey Hall (178 Victoria Street), 7 p.m., $29.50–$49.50.

FILM: Parkdale MPP Cheri DiNovo is presenting a free screening of award-winning documentary Tibet: Cry of the Snow Lion tonight at The Revue Cinema. After the screening, stick around for the feel-good Q & A of the year, featuring panelists from the Tibetan Joint Action Committee. It’s party time. The Revue Cinema (400 Roncesvalles Avenue), 7 p.m., FREE.