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Happy Victoria Day

Today, May 22nd 2022, is Victoria Day in Canada. I want to wish every Canadian a very happy and safe Victoria Day. Today marks the celebration of the birthday of Canada’s first monarch, Queen Victoria, who reigned from 1837 to … Continue reading

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Coronation Celebration at Queen’s Park, Toronto

The Province of Ontario celebrated the Coronation of King Charles III, King of Canada, on May 6th, 2023 at Queen’s Park in downtown Toronto – the home of the Provinial Legislature. The celebration included a flag raising – the Coronation … Continue reading

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Macbeth a Roaring Success at the COC

iuseppe Verdi‘s Macbeth opened at the Canadian Opera Company (COC) on April 28th, 2023. The opera, based on Shakespeare‘s play, stars Quinn Kelsey (Macbeth), Alexandrina Pendatchanska (Lady Macbeth), Önay Köse (Banquo), Matthew Cairns (Macduff), and Adam Luther (Malcolm.) The opera … Continue reading

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Springtime Flowers – April 23rd, 2023

On April 23rd, 2023, I went for walk around Mimico Harbour in South Etobicoke through Humber Promenade Park. While on my walk, I managed to get some springtime pictures. Enjoy!

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Happy Commonwealth Day, 2023

Today (March 13th, 2023) is Commonwealth Day in the countries that are members of the Commonwealth of Nations. Commonwealth Day, celebrated on the second Monday of March throughout the Commonwealth, as its name suggests celebrates the Commonwealth. Traditionally, in London, … Continue reading

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10th Anniversary of My Site

Today, February 3rd, 2023 marks the 10th anniversary that my blog has been in existence. A lot has changed since February 3rd, 2013 when I started this blog. I have posted many reviews of plays, operas, etc. I have seen … Continue reading

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25 Years of the ‘Megacity’ of Toronto

January 1st, 2023 marked the 25th anniversary of the City of Toronto becoming a ‘megacity.’ Prior to January 1st, 1998, the city we now call Toronto was comprised of six distinct cities: East York, Etobicoke North York, Scarborough, Toronto, and … Continue reading

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2022: Year in Review

It’s now the end of 2022. Looks take a look at what occurred this year: January Sidney Poitier Passed Away on January 7th at the age of 94. February Queen Elizabeth II Celebrated her Platinum Jubilee on February 6th. Canada won 26 … Continue reading

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Merry Christmas

I just want to wish everyone a very Merry Christmas. May you spend your Christmas with family and friends and have a wonderful and enjoyable Christmas. The year is coming to a close and I would also like to thank … Continue reading

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World Cup Finals Set

The 2022 World Cup Final is now set. The final sees the two-time, and reigning Champions, France, taking on another two time Champion, Argentina. The final takes place on December 18th, while the day before Morocco takes on Croatia in … Continue reading

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