Archive for 'Michael Fraiman'

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Five Bands that Rocked Canadian Music Week

Canadian Music Week has its problems. Meet the bands that make it worthwhile.

By Michael Fraiman May. 7th, 1:07 pm

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The Spadina Museum’s Too-Great Gatsby Party

How a quiet heritage manor went from hosting strawberry socials to throwing one of the city's most hyped summer parties.

By Michael Fraiman May. 5th, 2:00 pm

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Beck Taxi Drivers Say Goodbye to All-Radio Dispatch

Toronto's taxis are adding tablets to the dispatch system, changing more than half a century of cabbie culture.

By Michael Fraiman Mar. 9th, 1:00 pm

People to Watch in 2015

A look at some of the actors, artists, activists, and public figures who will be making news in 2015.

By Desmond Cole, Steve Fisher, Michael Fraiman, David Hains, Mark Mann and Martin Morrow Jan. 19th, 1:00 pm

2014 Hero: Michael Wekerle

Nominated for: saving the El Mocambo.

By Michael Fraiman • Illustration by Brian McLachlanDec. 23rd, 12:48 pm

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2014 Villain: TTC Delays

Nominated for: slowly driving commuters insane.

By Michael Fraiman • Illustration by Tonia CowanDec. 23rd, 12:47 pm

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2014 Villain: Akelius

Nominated for: aggressively invading vulnerable neighbourhoods.

By Michael Fraiman • Illustration by Tonia CowanDec. 23rd, 12:47 pm

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2014 Villain: Radius Clauses

Nominated for: pitting festivals against each other, with local bands caught in the middle.

By Michael Fraiman • Illustration by Jeremy KaiDec. 23rd, 10:10 am

2014 Hero: The Grid

Nominated for: being the fallen hero of inspired local journalism.

By Michael Fraiman • Illustration by Brian McLachlanDec. 22nd, 5:53 pm

A Gallery Show for the Typographically Obsessed

Letterforms become visual art at Swash & Serif, on now at the Black Cat Gallery.

By Michael Fraiman Nov. 14th, 2:30 pm

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Toronto Finding Its Way With New Wayfinding System

Sign prototype at Queen and Bay aims to better orient and direct pedestrians—and improve the city's walkability.

By Michael Fraiman Oct. 8th, 12:00 pm

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7 Problems With Toronto’s Music Festival Scene

Toronto has no shortage of music festivals—but why do so many die?

By Michael Fraiman Sep. 8th, 1:30 pm

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Scene: Vintage Bike Show at Trinity Bellwoods

A showcase of the coolest bicycles no one in their right mind should ever try to ride.

By Michael Fraiman Jul. 28th, 1:18 pm

Scene: Chinatown Festival

Thousands showed up to celebrate Chinese culture.

By Michael Fraiman Jul. 21st, 3:35 pm

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Toronto Urban Roots Festival: Good for Both Kicking Back and Rocking Out

Eclectic lineup at second annual TURF had country twang, hardcore punk, and at least one Santa Claus beard.

By Michael Fraiman Jul. 7th, 3:59 pm