Major fall festivals and events in Toronto for 2022 offer a variety of things to do while exploring the city’s cultural melting pot. From comedy festivals to art crawls, there are plenty of events to choose from. Currently, some keynote festivals and events have yet to be announced.
Here are my picks for major festivals and events in Toronto this fall, so far.
Boise State Dining and has announced limits to future catering events.
Boise State Dining is dedicated to serving confirmed catering clients during this time, and to restoring full and robust services to campus as soon as possible.
The full statement from Boise State Dining is below.
“We believe every event that happens on campus is important and should represent quality services and delicious food. We believe the community and connection built over sharing a meal is invaluable. Given the Treasure Valley’s ongoing staffing and supply chain challenges, Boise State Carved + Crafted Catering must adjust. Until further notice, please call us at (208) 426-2875 or email Boisestatecatering@compass-usa.com to initiate catering. This will allow our catering team to assist you in menu planning and help us maximize the resources available to support our campus.
Successful events include food, so if Boise State Carved + Crafted cannot fulfill your request, you can fill out the external catering request form. You’ll receive a response to your request within three business days.
Preplanning your event and catering is more important than ever. If Boise State Carved + Crafted cannot fulfill your request, and you’re approved to use an external caterer, you’ll need extra time to work with your approved vendor. Please keep in mind that vendors must meet risk requirements of Boise State and the State of Idaho, as demonstrated through a certificate of insurance.
Requests have the most likelihood of being successful with at least four weeks’ advance notice. Please start the process by calling Carved + Crafted at (208) 426-2875 or emailing us at Boisestatecatering@compass-usa.com.”
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From the White House to local hospital systems, the word is going around about the latest mutation of the coronavirus.
“There’s no question that we are in the midst of a surge,” said Dr. William Tseng, assistant area medical director for Kaiser Permanente.
Tseng said everyone should be stepping up their efforts to stay safe from the virus by masking, distancing — all the precautions we’ve become so familiar with over the last couple of years.
And Tseng said this current surge is likely much bigger than we can measure.
“The numbers that we have are the ones where we’re able to test. So there’s a lot of numbers that we can’t see at this point because a lot of them are positive when they test at home and they don’t let us know the results,” he said.
The latest surge is happening just as San Diego’s two biggest public events are about to unfold, in person. Pride is expected to draw hundreds of thousands of people this weekend.
Then, just a week later, Comic Con descends on San Diego. Organizers are letting everyone know that strict rules will be in place.
Attendees, vendors, and everyone else will have to wear a mask at indoor events. The mask has to be visible outside of costumes. Verification of full vaccination status or proof of a negative test taken within 72 hours must be shown, and it’s all subject to change.
KPBS asked Pride organizers what measures they’re taking, but they didn’t respond by the time this story went to print.
“The statement has always been if you’re outside, you’re OK,” said Dr. Ghazala Sharieff, chief medical officer for acute care operations at Scripps.
Sharieff said it is safer to be outside, but with these new, but it’s no time to let your guard down.
“With these variants being so infectious, we still have to be extra careful,” she said.
Dr. Sharieff said the number of people with Covid is climbing throughout the Scripps system, as with all hospitals in the county. We reached out to multiple people with the county health department for a comment. A spokesperson told us late on Tuesday afternoon no one was available.
Fortunately, we’re much better prepared now for an increase in cases. There are treatments like monoclonal antibodies and drugs like Paxlovid that are very effective.
But you can hear the concern in the voices of Doctors Sharieff and Tseng. Another surge is building and big events with lots of people will help fuel it.
Get ready to fire up your grill and watch some fireworks as we head into the Independence Day holiday.
This week’s Go+Do list of events includes local fireworks shows and parades, an music and arts festival in Longmont, Night on the Town in Loveland and more.
Do you have an event coming up that you think would be a perfect addition to the weekly Go+Do list? Send the date, time, a description of the event and other pertinent information to Tamara Markard at tmarkard@greeleytribune.com for consideration.
1. The Independence Day Community Celebration hosted by the city of Fort Collins is set for 7:30 a.m. at City Park, 1500 W. Mulberry St. with a 5K run/walk, golf tournament, parade, free trolley rides and more. The free event is open to all ages. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3HFnbdz.
2. Join High Country Harley-Davidson for an All American Blast from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. at 3761 Monarch St. in Frederick. The free event will feature a food truck, cold drinks, music and a contest for the most patriotic bike. All ages are welcome to attend. For more information, contact the dealership at (303) 833-6777.
3. Exercise your singing chops at Open Mic Night at 7 p.m. at Rule105 Brewing, 4731 W. 10th St., Unit G. Hosted by Don Graham, adults ages 21 and older are invited to perform for customers. Not a singer? Then relax with a beer and enjoy the entertainment. Admission is free. For more information, contact Rule105 Brewing at (970) 301-4575.
4. Guerrilla Radio, a Rage Against the Machine tribute band, and Sabotage, a Beastie Boys tribute band, will be performing at 6 p.m. at Spirits Music Hall, 1 N. Parish Ave., Johnstown. Both groups will be playing fan favorites and top singles from both bands. The show is open to adults age 21 and older. Tickets are $15 per person. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3yoNBNH.
5. Indie rock band, Wildermiss, are scheduled to perform at 6 p.m. at Washington’s FoCo, 132 Laporte Ave. The band is comprised of Emma Cole on vocals and synth bass, Joshua Hester on guitar and Caleb Thoemke on drums. All ages welcome to attend. Tickets are $18 per person for general admission. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3OnQhAt.
Happy Independence Day from the Greeley Tribune!
6. The Greeley Stampede Independence Day Parade will step off at 9 a.m. at 10th Avenue and 19th Street by the University of Northern Colorado and make its way toward Lincoln Park. The parade will feature a variety of marching bands, floats, equine entries and more. The parade is one of the most popular community traditions so you’ll want to get out early to find your spot. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3QPBfp2.
7. The annual Greeley Stampede fireworks show is scheduled to begin at 9:30 p.m. with amazing professional fireworks lighting up the sky of Weld County. This year Stampede organizers have a little something extra planned in celebration of the event’s 100th occurrence. People of all ages can watch the fireworks show from inside the Greeley Stampede grounds or surrounding areas. For more information on the Greeley Stampede fireworks show, go to www.greeleystampede.org.
8. Head on over to Loveland for the July 4th Festival at 3 p.m. at North Lake Park, 2750 N. Taft Ave. The event will feature a kids’ zone, vendors, food and drinks, live music, a cornhole tournament and more. Fireworks are scheduled to launch at 9:15 p.m. Admission is free and all ages are invited to attend. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3xVc1N5.
9. Celebrate Independence Day at Boardwalk Park with live music from the 101st Army Band and fireworks. The concert begins at 5:30 p.m. followed by the fireworks show at 9:20 p.m. All ages are welcome to attend the free event. Bring your lawn chairs, blankets and coolers for a fun evening under the stars and overlooking the lake. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3bfA9Cw.
10. The Estes Park 4th of July Celebration kicks off with the Steam-to-Electric Coolest Car Show beginning at 9 a.m. at the Estes Park Events Complex, 1125 Rooftop Way with over 100 vehicles. At 7 p.m. the Estes Village Band will be performing for free at the Performance Park Amphitheater, 435 W. Elkhorn Ave. Fireworks over Lake Estes begin at 9:30 p.m. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3HP0un9.
11. Concert Under the Stars: Denver Brass is scheduled to take place at 8 p.m. at the UNC Garden Theatre between 10th Avenue and S. 8th Avenue in Greeley. The free concert will feature the one-of-a-kind brass chamber ensemble comprised of 14 professional musicians from around Colorado. The concert is open to all ages. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3njA6Z7.
12. The Windsor Family Campout is scheduled for 3 p.m. at Boardwalk Park, 100 N. 5th St. The fun family event invites adults, teens and children to bring out a tent, sleeping bags and other camping gear for an evening of fishing, paddle boats, campfires, movie and more. The cost to attend is $12 per person and registration is required. For more information, or to register, go to https://bit.ly/3R0QgEy.
13. The 16th annual Loveland Loves BBQ, Bands and Brews will take place at 4 p.m. at 700 Railroad Ave. with five bands, over 10 beer vendors, food vendors and more. Admission is free and proceeds from the event benefit local charities such as the Boys and Girls Clubs of Larimer County, House of Neighborly Services and Loveland Sertoma. All ages are welcome to attend. For more information, go to www.lovelandlovesbbq.com.
14. Country western artist Kimmi Bitter will be performing at 9 p.m. at Stella’s Pinball Arcade and Lounge, 802 9th St. The San Diego native blends traditional country and soul with her own West Coast take. Adults age 18 and older are welcome to attend. Tickets are $15 per person for general admission and reserved tables range from $40 to $120. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3NrMukm.
15. Night on the Town is set to take place at 5 p.m. along 4th Street in downtown Loveland. Local retail shops, restaurants, bars and more will be hosting sales as well as providing live music, snacks and specials. All ages are welcome to attend the free event. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3u0k5Lq.
16. The town of Severance is hosting its second concert in the Summer Concert Series at 5:30 p.m. at Community Park, 100 Waterfowl Way with a performance by Frank Ray. Attendees can also enjoy food, raffles, vendors and more. The concert is free and open to all ages. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3OMa0cP.
17. Rhythm on the River Music and Arts Festival kicks off at 5 p.m. at Rogers Grove Park, 220 Hover Road, Longmont. The festival will feature live music, mobile arcade and glow games, an outdoor adventure land, local vendors and more. All ages are welcome to attend the free event. For more information, go to https://bit.ly/3u75uxY.
The rainbow has landed! Pride is sweeping the nation with post-Covid celebrations scheduled across the Queendom.
London is celebrating its half-century, Brighton has signed up the biggest names and Manchester… well, Manchester will always be special.
From major metropolises to tiny towns, the nation has turned rainbow and body glitter is ready to sparkle on every front room carpet.
But what will you wear?
Pride is back, bigger and bolder than ever before. Here’s the top pick of events around the country…
When you wangle Steps to headline your Pride celebrations, you know you’re doing a good job.
That’s just one of the attractions at the new Smithfield site, which is mere, ahem, steps from the Gay Village, the 12-acre site where up to 20,000 LGBTQ+s are expected to take in the attractions from the Cabaret Stage to the Dance Arena.
Details are as yet to be finalised but going by what went down in 2019, we can expect a return of the UK’s first ever Pride River Parade, you know, like they do in Amsterdam.
Expect the River Cam to be taken over by punts decorated in rainbow colours to represent the diversity of the local LGBTQ scene.
The rest of the fun happens on Jesus Green.
It’s Yorkshire’s biggest LGBTQ+ day out and, they reckon, the UK’s friendliest Pride with The Robert Payne Parade set to be mega with everyone from TransLeeds through Frontrunners to The Prince’s Trust currently designing outfits and floats as we speak.
And never mind that they have a stage, a whole roster of acts and a marketplace, they’re sticking by their commitment to keep Pride free to all comers.
Pride in Liverpool is not just a pre-requisite for living there, it’s also an event that is back after a two-year gap. There’s a parade and a party centred around the Tithebarn Street festival hub, which is dead handy for the local Pride Quarter, where it all goes on.
With many details still to settle, the main stage is sponsored by Barclays and the event is still free for everyone to attend.
They call it Northern Pride, which seems a bit presumptuous, but we reckon they can live up to it with a line-up that includes Melanie C left, Joe McElderry and a Taste of Ibiza.
With a rallying cry of ‘Remember, Resist, Rise Up’, a return of the popular dog show, a Fourth Plinth to showcase trans and non-binary talent and a launch party starring Todrick Hall, Jodie Harsh and Bimini of Drag Race fame on the Friday, it’s set to be a humdinger.
The Pride Cymru Big Weekend, two days of Welsh-style shenanigans with a mile-long parade, three stages and all the bars and street food you could wish for in and around Cardiff City Hall Lawns, is set to draw 50,000 people over two days making it the biggest Pride event in the Principality. And while it’s ticketed, it’s only a tenner.
A bit of a two-part celebration is what Brighton does best with the parade through the streets in the morning then either the Pride Village Party in town or a major decamp to We Are Fabuloso in Preston Park for the two-day, big-name entertainment, fun-fair, dance tents, drinking and general carrying on.
The names this year? Well how about Christine blinking Aguilera, if you don’t mind, Jake Shears, Paloma Faith, Ella Henderson, Todrick Hall…
Celebrating the 50th anniversary of the first march back in 1972 (though how they marched in those platform boots is anyone’s guess), Pride in London is returning to its original route, from Marble Arch, down Park Lane, Piccadilly onto Trafalgar Square…
The main stage hosts Ava Max and Emeli Sandé, among others, while Leicester Square (female, trans and gender-neutral only) and Dean Street stages each have a huge roll call of stars, too – guaranteeing a mass drinkathon throughout the streets of Soho. It’s going to get messy.
The August Bank Holiday has always belonged to Manchester, who pull out the biggest, most fun parade in the whole of the Northern Powerhouse (look out for the Coronation Street float!) with a 2022 theme of March for Peace.
There’s also a Candlelit Vigil, to remember those the LGBTQ+ community lost to Aids, the ticketed Gay Village Party, where Canal Street and environs go off and Superbia Weekend, an alcohol-free celebration of queer culture.
The concert idea from 2019 has been scrapped but hundreds of artists have been promised.
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This year marks 50 years of Pride, so it seems only fitting that Metro.co.uk goes above and beyond in our ongoing LGBTQ+ support, through a wealth of content that not only celebrates all things Pride, but also share stories, take time to reflect and raises awareness for the community this Pride Month.
And we’ve got some great names on board to help us, too. From a list of famous guest editors taking over the site for a week that includes Rob Rinder, Nicola Adams, Peter Tatchell, Kimberly Hart-Simpson, John Whaite, Anna Richardson and Dr Ranj, as well as the likes of Sir Ian McKellen and Drag Race stars The Vivienne, Lawrence Chaney and Tia Kofi offering their insights.
During Pride Month, which runs from 1 – 30 June, Metro.co.uk will also be supporting Kyiv Pride, a Ukrainian charity forced to work harder than ever to protect the rights of the LGBTQ+ community during times of conflict, and youth homelessness charity AKT. To find out more about their work, and what you can do to support them, click here.
For Metro.co.uk‘s latest Pride coverage, click here.
Drifting leisurely down the Grand River in canoes and kayaks was a new way to celebrate Pride Month.
Participants in the Paddle for Pride event on Saturday registered at Chiefswood Park on Six Nations of the Grand River Territory, then were taken to the launch point in Onondaga.
“We are huge paddlers, and we do the Two Row (on the Grand) ever year,” said Chiara Williamson of Toronto. “When we saw Paddle for Pride, we decided to come.
“We’re dating,” she said, gesturing to her partner Emma Mutsaers. “So this is our Pride Month, and Sylken (Smith, age 10 of Six Nations) always comes and paddles with us.”
Williamson said they enjoy paddling trips every summer, including the ten-day Two Row on the Grand event from Cambridge to Port Maitland that is scheduled for later in July.
“Events like these give chances for youth to connect with their community and to see that love is love, and every type of identity is okay,” Williamson said. “Hopefully it will allow them to be who they are. who they always were and have pride in themselves.”
Jess Hill, one of the Paddle for Pride organizers said participants would be treated to entertainment including a DJ and local musicians, face painting, vendors, food, crafts and the screening of films at the park into Saturday evening.
“It’s a day to celebrate and uplift our community, and 2SLGBTQIA+ youth can see they are loved and can move forward in a good way,” said Hill.
Pride in the Park drew a large crowd to Mohawk Park in Brantford on Saturday afternoon.
Event co-chair Ken Giesen said the turnout, the weather and the energy of the crowd was very good.
“A lot of people commented they were so glad we could do this, and so glad we got this going again after two years,” he said.
A DJ provided music as people strolled past a vendor market, and community information booths.
“My favourite part is seeing the young people come out, dressed in the rainbow and feeling comfortable: their authentic selves,” Giesen said. “And creating that safe place for them to do that.”
Renu Dhaliwal represented the Sexual Assault Centre of Brant at one of the information booths.
“It gives everyone a sense of community, and I think because of COVID it’s really important to see people and what they are doing,” she said. “To feel the good energy, love and support, that’s why an event like this is important.”
Abrianna Money of Brantford said she was attending a Pride event for the first time.
“I’ve always wanted to go but haven’t been able to because I haven’t been in Brantford or where ever they’re holding them,” said the former Simcoe resident. “I love the inclusivity. It feels safe.”
“It’s nice to be able to express yourself, be open and comfortable in the community,” said Erica Nichol of Brantford. “It’s a good place to meet people who are like-minded,” gesturing to newly made friends.
“And now we’re best friends,” said Madison Wintemute of Simcoe. “This is my first Pride and I’m still exploring who I am,” she explained. “Something like this is amazing to me.”
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June is Pride Month and pride events are taking place in Kingston and Brockville this weekend.
Wearing bright rainbow colours, sporting smiles and carrying flags, pride marchers moved through the streets of Brockville Saturday.
The event marks the end of several days of Pride events in the city.
Laura Webb, who is walking in the parade, says the parade spreads a positive message for the LGBTQ2S+ community.
“That we are enough, that we are important, that we are loved, and that we are here,” she explains. “We want to welcome everybody.”
This is Brockville Pride’s 11th year. It began as a simple walk, and the following year grew to an organized parade route. Organizer Ryan Northrup say it’s the largest yet with more people signing up to walk, and hundreds more coming out to line the streets.
“Which is fantastic,” explains Northrup. “Our local community needs this kind of thing to happen, because there’s still lots of people out there who can’t be who they are and don’t live in a great community like we do.”
For Tara Gillette, bringing her two year old is about supporting future generations in the LGBTQ2S+ community.
“I think it’s important to teach him about love, and teach him about equality,” she explains.
In Kingston, a walk/run in the city’s east end is kicking off seven days of the Pride festival.
Ian Burns says fundraising at events like these will partially go towards providing financial support to Trans and Indigenous Two-Spirit communities in the city throughout the year.
“All of these communities still have issues outside of Pride month and we still need to recognize that and we need to provide resources and funding for that,” he says.
The week will culminate in Kingston’s own Pride parade on June 18.
The Pride parade route starts at 11 a.m. from Clergy Street and continues down Princess Street before turning towards Confederation Basin at Ontario Street.
This weekend will be a busy one in Vulcan with Spock Days and Vul-Con taking place.
SPOCK DAYS
Spock Days, which takes place Friday to Sunday, includes the following:
Lori Gair, who chairs the Spock Days organizing committee, said any individual or group wanting to enter the parade can still do so by showing up on Saturday at 9 a.m. in the arena parking lot, where entrants gather before the parade.
Anyone wanting to volunteer for Spock Days can call Gair at 403-485-0601.
VUL-CON
Vulcan’s Star Trek convention takes place this Friday and Saturday.
John Billingsley, who played Doctor Phlox on Star Trek Enterprise, and Chris Doohan, son of deceased Canadian actor James Doohan, who played Montgomery “Scotty” Scott on Star Trek: The Original Series TV show and the associated films, are set to attend this year’s VulCon.
On Friday, a vendors’ market, which is open to the public, runs from 4-7 p.m. in the small gym at County Central High School (CCHS), 504 4 Ave. S.
At the tourism centre, 115 Centre St. E., Friday evening there’s a Red Shirt event starting at 8:15 p.m., a greet event with Billingsley and Doohan at 8:30 p.m., and an outdoor movie, Star Trek IV: The Voyage Home, scheduled to begin at 9:30 p.m.
On Saturday, the vendors’ market runs from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. in County Central’s small gym, and at the tourism centre there’s a sign unveiling scheduled to take place at 11:15 a.m. and a cosplay event at 11:45 a.m.
At the CRC Saturday afternoon, there’s a question-and-answer session with Billingsley and Doohan from 1-2 p.m., a photograph session with them from 2-4 p.m. and an autograph session with them from 2-5 p.m. At the CRC Saturday evening, cocktails are being served at 5 p.m., followed by dinner from 5:30-7 p.m. The entertainment that evening, from 7-8:30 p.m., is a hypnotist, and there’s also a dance, starting at 8:30 p.m.
OTHER EVENTS TAKING PLACE THIS WEEKEND
Local organizations are also organizing events this weekend.
Vulcan County is hosting a barbecue on Friday, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., outside its administration building, 102 Centre St.
The Vulcan Lions Club will be holding a road toll at the intersection of Second Avenue South and Centre Street on Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., asking for a donation to pass the intersection. The funds raised go towards the refurbishment of the Lions Playground by the Vulcan Lions Community Pool.
The SODA New to You Thrift Shop is celebrating its 30th anniversary with a free barbecue as well as a fashion show. The event takes place Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m., along Second Avenue South.
The Vulcan Municipal Library, 303 Centre St., hosts a book sale on Saturday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., and is also having its Great Craft Exchange on Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Vulcan Senor Centre, also located at 303 Centre St., is selling coffee and baking on Saturday, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Healthcare Auxiliary is having a pop-up shop, either outside by the library if the weather is good or inside the senior centre if it’s not.
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