Archive for 'Rachel Lissner'

Celebrate the Ongoing Story of Toronto With These 10 Jane’s Walks

Don't let a little rain stop you from exploring the city for the annual Jane's Walk weekend.

By Rachel Lissner May. 5th, 3:30 pm

A Portrait of Homelessness

An upcoming photo exhibit tells the stories of homeless people from the downtown east side.

By Rachel Lissner Jan. 23rd, 10:30 am

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During Paddle the Don, Canoeists Seize a Rare Opportunity

Around 700 people rode canoes down the Don River, which had been flooded especially for the occasion.

By Rachel Lissner • Photos by Giordano CiampiniMay. 6th, 2:45 pm

Brewer’s Plate Savours Ontario

The annual culinary event served up local, seasonal food, and gave the proceeds to Not Far From the Tree.

By Rachel Lissner • Photos by Christopher DrostApr. 18th, 2:30 pm

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In Honour of the First Cosmonaut, a Toronto-Centric Celebration of Spaceflight

Yuri's Night, a yearly commemoration of the first-ever manned spaceflight, is tonight.

By Rachel Lissner Apr. 12th, 1:30 pm

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At Slurp Noodlefest, a Rainbow of Ramen

A one-day food festival showcased eight different takes on Asian noodles.

By Rachel Lissner Mar. 5th, 4:30 pm

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New Indoor Trampoline Centre Brings Some Bounce to Leaside

Toronto's first Sky Zone opens in midtown.

By Rachel Lissner • Photos by Jamie BradburnMar. 4th, 11:15 am

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Ciclovías Open Up Streets, and the City

Urban advocate Gil Peñalosa and councillor Kristyn Wong-Tam are working to bring "open street" periods to Toronto.

By Rachel Lissner Feb. 15th, 10:11 am

Risque Crochet and Other Kinky Crafts

The Erotic Arts and Crafts Fair turns on Torontonians with a kink in their yarn.

By Rachel Lissner • Photos by Corbin SmithFeb. 13th, 10:00 am

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Where to Find Chinese New Year Treats in Toronto

The year of the water snake starts on Sunday. Are you prepared?

By Rachel Lissner Feb. 7th, 2:30 pm

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Declassified: Something’s Missing

In this week's Declassifed: candle hugging and sexy house-sitting.

By Rachel Lissner • Illustration by Matthew DaleyFeb. 4th, 12:30 pm

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Toronto is the Second Most Walkable City in Canada, Says Walk Score

A Seattle-based research firm says Toronto is more pedestrian-friendly than anywhere except Vancouver.

By Rachel Lissner Jan. 28th, 11:45 am

Declassified: Packaged Goods

In this week's Declassified, we see Torontonians taking up the gift-giving spirit. Kind of.

By Rachel Lissner • Illustration by Matthew DaleyDec. 24th, 12:00 pm

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New Provincial Cycling Strategy Draft Is Underwhelming

The Ministry of Transportation is updating its cycling outlook for the first time in two decades, but the changes aren't exactly sweeping.

By Rachel Lissner Dec. 12th, 11:30 am

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2012 Villain: Bike Lane Fiascos

Nominated for: making Toronto more angry, more congested, and less safe.

By Rachel Lissner • Illustration by Jeremy KaiDec. 10th, 10:43 pm

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2012 Hero: Astral Media Info Pillar Hackers

Nominated for: taking Toronto's sidewalks back.

By Rachel Lissner • Illustration by Matthew DaleyDec. 9th, 7:55 pm

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One of A Kind is Back

The annual Christmas craft show returns, with an eclectic bunch of gift ideas in tow.

By Rachel Lissner • Photos by Corbin SmithNov. 23rd, 11:45 am

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Will Separated Bike Lanes on Harbord Divide the Neighbourhood?

At community consultation meetings, residents and business owners squared off over the future of the strip.

By Rachel Lissner Nov. 21st, 3:00 pm