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Monday, July 23, 2012

The Royal Alexandra Theatre and its neighbourhood 2014

Sun. August 26, 2012 11 AM.

The Royal Alexandra Theatre, anchor of the Theatre District, celebrates its 105th birthday on August 26th. Hear the story of the theatre and explore the multi-layered history of the surrounding neighbourhood.

Start Point: Simcoe Park, just E of the CBC Broadcast Centre and across from the Toronto Convention Centre (Front St W)

Map

This walk is FREE. No reservations required. Just show up at the start point.

Dogs and children ARE welcome on this walk.
Bicyclists, please note that the sidewalks are narrow so consider parking your bike along the route. The end point is only about 2 blocks from the start point.

Official description at Heritage Toronto.

Simcoe Day weekend hike

Sunday, August 5 - 2 PM - Rosedale and its Creeks
An afternoon ramble for the Toronto Field Naturalists. Some history, some nature. I have family ties to Rosedale and spent time there as a kid.

TYPE OF WALK: Heritage
MEET AT: Rosedale Station (outside)
BRING: binoculars

DURATION: 2-3 hours.
END: Sherbourne Station (Not circular)
DIFFICULTY: Steep hills

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TFN guidelines ask that walkers do not bring pets, particularly dogs.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.