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The original Then & Now: Twilight Zone article was published October 5, and was second in the web series originally developed for The As the Then & Now series expanded in reach, so too did the length of each story and number of participants who contributed to each. This expanded history of the Zone was written in March , and was exclusively available in the Then & Now book until this time.
Trailblazing s nightclub Twilight Zone brought diverse crowds and sounds to Toronto&#;s Entertainment District long before such a designation even existed. Those who were there lovingly explore its lasting legacy.
By: DENISE BENSON
Club: Twilight Zone, Richmond Street W.
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History: Long before the Entertainment District was awash in condos, clubs, and restaurants—back when the area was still largely non-residential and known as the garment district—four brothers opened a venue that ultimately influenced the neighbourhood’s de
Lex’s Guide to Queer Toronto Nightlife | LGBTQ+ Bars
From the vibrant streets of Church-Wellesley Village to the trendy neighborhoods of Queen West and Parkdale, Toronto offers an array of LGBTQ+ bars, each with its own unique flair and sense of community. Whether you're a local or a visitor, here's a guide to some of the foremost LGBTQ+ bars in Toronto.
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1. Buddies in Bad Times Theatre
More than just a theater, Buddies in Bad Times is a cultural hub for Toronto's LGBTQ+ community. With its eclectic mix of performances, parties, and events, Buddies invites you to experience cutting-edge art and vibrant nightlife in the heart of The Village.
Buddies in Bad Times Theatre12 Alexander StToronto, ON M4Y 1B4
2. Tammy’s Wine Bar & Cafe
Tammy's Wine Bar and Cafe in Toronto is a cozy retreat with rustic charm, offering an extensive selection of wines from local vineyards and beyond. The intimate ambiance, paired with delectable petty plates and artisanal cheeses, creates the perfect setting for a memorable din
There are barely any gay bars left in Toronto. Let alone queer bars or queer spaces. Since we launched this article in , a few spots on the list have since closed?! (That’s Cherry Cola’s, Lavendar Menace and a couple others) Just because a bar or club hosts queer nights or events doesn’t always mean they're a queer space, there are nuances and so many more things to think about than putting a drag queen on stage and queer person behind the decks. This is why a list like this is more important than ever - these are spaces that although not all are queer bars, they are doing to the work to ensure we are safe.
The city is in desperate need of new 2SLGBTQ+ spots to gather, dance, party, speak, work, hang, chill and rage. While we navigate our community’s comeback (‘cause queers love a comeback story!), we’ve put together a list (in no particular order) of spots on our radar that are either queer-owned, queer-run, queer bars or queer-friendly.
If we missed any that you love, let us understand and we’ll check them out and hopefully add them to this list!
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Looking for a fun and welcoming lesbian or gay social club in Toronto? Welcome to Out & Out – North America’s largest LGBT activities club! Established in , our not-for-profit, volunteer-run organization offers an incredible range of activities to hundreds of lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender, and other queer adults (19+ years).
GET ACTIVE WITH OTHER LGBT+ CLUB MEMBERS
Like kayaking? Movies? Cycling? Scrabble? Skiing? Or Sunday brunch? Successfully, so do some of our members! Any member can guide an activity, whether it’s an afternoon sushi-making workshop in Toronto’s gay village, or an extended canoeing trip through Algonquin.
The club organizers also host some larger events throughout the year, including Jamboree, the week of us contain a blast at summer camp each August.
COVID Out & Out has returned to in-person activities, following Step 3 of the Provincial guidelines. Specific details are available in the member-only areas of the website.
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