If you can believe it, we are technically in the spring season right now. I know with the frigid temperatures we’ve been having as of late, it really doesn’t feel like it. But it truly is (technically) spring, which I suppose would explain all the rain we’ve been having! Directly after the weather makes up its mind during this hybrid winter-spring comes summer, when we look forward to longer days, sunshine and if you’re a student (like me!) no more school! Which often means going into relax-mode and then fervently struggling to get back into the learning process in September. But this year, I’ve sworn to myself that I’m not going to let that happen again! So I’ve come up with a plan to keep myself cultured throughout the summer around Toronto.
Check it out:
Check it out:
1. Gatsby Garden Party at Spadina House
This suggestion is number one because it’s the one I personally am most excited about. I visited the Spadina Museum last April when they had costumes from Downton Abbey on display. It’s a great historic house that was home to the prestigious Austin family for 3 generations. I wasn’t able to attend the party last year, so I have vowed that I must this year. This event boasts a costume contest, live jazz and a how-to-make strawberry ice cream experience. Just preparing for the event will immerse you in the culture of the 1920s! I better start practicing my charleston!
2. Friday Night Live at the R.O.M.
The name is a little cheesy, I know, and at first you might be thinking that it’s going to be a comedy show. But it’s actually way better! Friday nights, the ROM comes alive with a d.j., fun drinks (alcoholic!) and dancing in a unique setting. The theme changes every week, which keeps it fresh. You are also welcome to explore the rest of the museum, which is one of my favourite things to do – you always discover something new. I have attended this event before and loved it, so it’s back on my list for this summer.
3. The Lost Dhow at the AGA Khan Museum
I first found out about this exhibit from a flyer in my newspaper and it immediately caught my attention. I love museums because I find history fascinating, not so much the textbook kind of stuff, but interacting and actually seeing artifacts? Cool! This exhibit displays treasures from the bottom of the ocean dating from China’s Tang Dynasty (the 9th century). Colour me intrigued! |
4. Royal Botanical Gardens, Burlington
This suggestion is a little outside of the City but it is certainly worth it. To be immersed in nature on a sunny summer day is the best! The RBG runs various events through the spring and summer months so you are sure to find one that is suited to your tastes. Like the Moonlight Series, which includes cocktails, or the many permanent works such as the International Sculpture Collection. |
5. The Toronto Blue Jays Baseball Game
Sitting in the sunshine, eating peanuts in the shell and drinking beer are what baseball games are all about. And summer doesn’t get much better. On a sunny day with the roof open, you’ll definitely need to pack some extra sunscreen. This is a great spur of the moment activity, as long as you’re not picky about where you sit. You can usually check the box office in the morning of the game to grab tickets (most likely nosebleeds, which is right at the top) and then head over to Steam Whistle for some drinks while you wait for the game.
The list could probably go ooooon and ooooon. Toronto (and the surrounding areas) have so much to offer!
Let me know what you're most looking forward to doing this summer :)
xo devon.
Let me know what you're most looking forward to doing this summer :)
xo devon.