EVENTS
ARTATTACK! is an auction in support of Buddies In Bad Times Theatre, featuring work from Canada’s foremost contemporary artists, with the Rock Hudson Memorial Tuck Shop offering artist multiples and limited edition prints. Today, 7 p.m., auction at 8 p.m. $40. Buddies In Bad Times Theatre, 12 Alexander St. BEYOND THE RACK: DISCUSSING TORONTO’S GARMENT INDUSTRY
Learn all about clothes before they land in the store. Author/Chinatown historian Arlene Chan, Textile Museum curator Susan Fohr and Canadian fashion educator James Fowler will be discussing the history of Toronto’s Fashion District. Presented by Myseum of Toronto. Today, 6-7:30 p.m. Free. Toronto Media Arts Centre, 32 Lisgar St.
THE BLOODY MARY FILM
FESTIVAL celebrates femaleidentifying Canadian filmmakers, showcasing shorts and features in horror, sci-fi and fantasy genres. Until Friday. $12, passes $35. Carlton Cinema, 20 Carlton St.
COMMUNITY ROCKS: SAM
ROBERTS BAND Hosted by Ben Mulroney, this party with a purpose helps raise funds to assist Community Living Toronto, fostering inclusive communities by supporting the rights and choices of people with an intellectual disability. Saturday, 6 p.m. $100-$175. Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 190 Princes’ Blvd. DX INTERSECTION: FORWARD
This annual party celebrates all things creative, while raising money for children and youth DX Intersection programs. This year the Canadian awardee is Oliver El-Khatib, co-founder of OVO with hip-hop artist Drake and Noah “40” Shebib. Today, 9 p.m. until 1 a.m. $179. Design Exchange, 234 Bay St. JUSTICIA FOR MIGRANT WORKERS DISCUSSION Gabriel Allahdua (organizer and former migrant farm worker from St. Lucia), Chris Ramsaroop (activist/labour organizer) and Min Sook Lee (award-winning filmmaker), will be in conversation about the issues and struggles that migrant workers in the fields, farms and greenhouses of Southern Ontario face. Part of the Thought Exchange Series. Monday, 7-8:30 p.m. Free. Toronto Reference Library, 789 Yonge St. PUDDLES PITY PARTY
Mike Geier performs as a clown on stage. He is a singer and entertainer of the band Kingsized and has performed with the Scott Bradlee’s Postmodern Jukebox band. Today, 8 p.m. $64-$163. Queen Elizabeth Theatre, 190 Princes’ Blvd. REGENT PARK FILM FESTIVAL
is celebrating its 16th year, showcasing local and international independent works with a focus on inviting people of low income or people from public housing communities. Complimentary on-site childcare. Be sure to register in advance to avoid disappointment. Wednesday until Nov. 17. Free. Daniels Spectrum, 585 Dundas St. E. Regentparkfilmfestival.com.
THE ROYAL AGRICULTURAL
WINTER FAIR Celebrate the very best in agriculture, culinary delights and equestrian competitions from across Canada. Until Sunday. $27.50. Enercare Centre, 100 Princes’ Blvd. Royalfair.org.
SICK THEORIES is a Transdisciplinary conference on sickness and sexuality, by and for those who identify as sick, disabled and mad. Keynote speaker is Johanna Hedva. Until Friday. Free. University of Toronto, Jackman Humanities Building, 170 St. George St. Sicktheories.com. TORONTO POLISH FILM FESTIVAL
Presented by The Ekran Polish Film Association, this festival celebrates cinematography and filmmakers with Polish roots and heritage. Until Sunday. Various prices. Four various theatres. Ekran.ca. THE TORONTO REEL ASIAN INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL features contemporary Asian cinema and work. This year Reel Asian celebrates its 20th year. Until Nov. 16. $16-$27. Various venues. Reelasian.com. TORONTO STAR’S 40TH ANNUAL CHRISTMAS CAROL CONCERT
is taking place on Saturday Dec. 8th at 1 and 3 p.m. at St. Paul’s Bloor Street Church (227 Bloor St. E.). Don’t miss out on getting tickets to this concert. A collection will be taken to support the Toronto Star Santa Claus Fund charity at each concert. Free tickets can be picked up in person Tuesday, starting at 9 a.m. (maximum is 4 tickets per person). Free. Toronto Star, 1 Yonge St. WHOLE LIFE EXPO
Now in its 32nd year, this event showcases the country’s largest selection of natural health and green living products. Friday-Sunday. $10-$17. Metro Toronto Convention Centre, North Building, 255 Front St. W. Wholelifecanada.com. ZERO WASTE CONFERENCE is a discussion about the circular economy, waste consciousness and becoming a zero waste city, featuring interactive and inspiring speakers. Get involved in making a difference. Pre-register required. Today, 8:30 a.m. until 4 p.m. Free. The Symes, 150 Symes Rd.