Today in Toronto one of the city's most legendary bars celebrates a big birthday, while kickoff events for the X Avant New Music Festival and the Reelword Film Festival also go down. Events you might want to check out:X Avant New Music Festival XII: Resistance (October 11-15 @ 918 Bathurst Centre for Culture, Arts, Media and Education)
Tonight is the beginning of Toronto's premiere festival for provoking, thoughtful, and experimental new music.
Accent on Toronto comedy night (October 11 @ Danforth Music Hall)
For 16 years, CBC has put together an A-list of diverse local comedians. Hosted by the The Doo Wops, this year features Nour Hadidi, Dave Merheje, K. Trevor Wilson, and more.
Reelworld Film Festival (October 11-15 @ Canada Square)
Grab a cocktail at the opening gala for five days of award-winning films, video games, and Q&A's that explore social issues from around the globe.
Raconteurs presents True Stories of "MUSIC" (October 11 @ Tranzac Club)
Get a behind the scenes peek at the music life with Gemini award winner Bob Wiseman, Rick James backing vocalist Tabby Johnson, and more.
Propagandhi (October 11 @ The Opera House)
This band from a small town in Manitoba has become legendary and influential with a progressive and radical edge that hasn't faded since forming in the heyday of punk.
The Adventures of Tom Shadow (October 11-22 @ Factory Theatre)
If you need a laugh, you're in good hands. The opening night of this play has a stellar cast featuring members of The Sketchersons, Second City, Come From Away, and The Beaverton.
Horseshoe Tavern Birthday and Book Launch (October 11 @ Horseshoe Tavern)
The Horseshoe turns 70 this year, and to celebrate the momentous occasion, Dave McPherson will launch his book about the history of the legendary venue today. It'll be followed by a free set courtesy of Sun K.
by Ryan McLaren via blogTO
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