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INTIMATE ENCOUNTERS: ANIMATE HISTORIES

Co-presented with The 519, Salon Noir and YYZ Artists Outlet, these new works by Abdi Osman and other artists are inspired by Toronto’s cruising history. Don’t miss the opening tonight from 6-9 p.m., with a live DJ set and a special drag performance. Gardiner Museum (111 Queen’s Park, 416-586-8080). Until Aug. 15.

VICKY TALWAR: EMERGENCE

is a solo exhibition of paintings that take inspiration from the artist’s south-Asian heritage and the natural world. Beauty is found in the unconventional and often disregarded: the wilted flower, the broken garland or loose sacred threads. Don’t miss the opening reception this Friday from 7-11:30 p.m. #Hashtag Gallery (830 Dundas St. W., 905-6168658). Until Aug. 9.