Movie Club: Breaking Away
The 1979 cycling film, all limestone quarries and bike racing, gets the movie club slot on a Wednesday night. Two hours in the restored 260-seat house on North State Street.
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Silver Linings Playbook (Page to Screen Series)
The film adaptation of Matthew Quick's novel, screened in the theatre's page to screen series. Two hours on a Tuesday night in the 260-seat house on North State Street.
Sting Ray's 50s and 60s Rock 'n' Roll Show
Sting Ray Anthony works the doo-wop and early rock songbook on a Wednesday afternoon, three to five. Matinee timing that suits anyone who would rather not drive home late.
Comedian Ed Bassmaster
Viral prank and character comedian Ed Bassmaster plays the 300-seat Newtown Theatre, a change of pace from the venue's usual tribute-band run. The show starts at 7.
Around the same time
Cold Pheet, Bars, Kick Stand Dismount and Lonesome Crow
Four bands on a Saturday at the Nail. Food is served until 1am and drink specials stop at 11, which sets the shape of the night.
Bingo After Dark: Book Edition
An evening bingo at the firehouse with books on the prize table. The department has not posted a start time yet, so call before you drive over.
Back to the Basics Comedy Show
Stand-up headlined by John Moses, the Toronto comic who works dark and honest and spares nobody. On the Colonial's stage rather than in a bar back room.
