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Yorkville

Sep 26 2010 - 11:00am
Sep 26 2010 - 12:30pm

Explore the history of this one-time village of breweries and brickyards, which evolved into a "bedroom" community and is now an upscale shopping and residential area. Tours will be offered in English and French.

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The Royal Alexandra Theatre and its Neighbourhood

Aug 21 2010 - 11:00am
Aug 21 2010 - 1:00pm

The Royal Alexandra Theatre, anchor of the Theatre District, celebrates its 103rd birthday this year. Hear the story of the theatre and explore the multi-layered history of the surrounding neighbourhood.

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Cabbagetown – South

Aug 7 2010 - 1:30pm
Aug 7 2010 - 3:00pm

Cabbagetown, a residential area developed in the late 1800s, is rich in Victorian architecture - from workmen's
cottages to villas. Explore the architecture and hear stories of the people who have lived here.

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The Splendour That Was Sherbourne Street

Jul 18 2010 - 1:30pm
Jul 18 2010 - 3:30pm

In the 1880s, Sherbourne Street was one of the most fashionable streets in Toronto. Glimpses of its noble past survive in its architecture - grand homes built for wealthy businessmen, and imposing churches.

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Fringe Festival Sites

Jul 3 2010 - 11:00am
Jul 3 2010 - 1:00pm

This year marks the 21st anniversary of the Fringe Festival in Toronto, a "must see" for theatre fans. Explore the history of some of the sites where Fringe plays have been presented, most of which were built for a purpose other than theatre.

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Beaconsfield Village

Jun 13 2010 - 1:30pm
Jun 13 2010 - 3:30pm

In the early 1880s, the developers of Beaconsfield Village created a middle-class community that was inspired by the ‘street-car suburbs' that were common in the United States. We'll examine the role of developers, architects and builders in creating this unusual Victorian community.

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