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Weekend Roundup, June 17 to 19

Friday: Devo is among the bands at this year's NXNE (photo by Snarkygurl)

Friday, June 17
From June 16 to 19, the North by Northeast (NXNE) festival takes over Toronto with concerts by 650 bands, plus screenings of 40 music-related films and 50 panel discussions. Don’t miss free shows taking place at Yonge-Dundas Square this weekend, including acts like Descendents, DEVO and Men Without Hats.

Join in the annual Taste of Little Italy free street party where locals and visitors alike descend onto Toronto’s historic Italian neighbourhood on College Street between Bathurst and Shaw streets. Enjoy live bands, entertainers and street food from Friday through Sunday.

To fete its imminent opening at Toronto’s Yorkdale Mall in September 2011, British fashion store TopShop opens a pop-up location this weekend at Queen Street West and Soho Street. The Pop-Up Top Shop previews a collection for sale and also offers contest, a beach zone, free frozen yogurt and a live DJ.

Saturday: Get some haute street food at 1,000 Tastes of Toronto

Saturday, June 18
One of Toronto’s most anticipated foodie events takes place today and tomorrow along John Street (between Adelaide and Wellington). As part of Luminato, 1,000 Tastes of Toronto showcases street food-sized portions of diverse cuisine from top restaurants like Woodlot, Queen Margherita Pizza and Lee.

Visit St. Lawrence Market for its annual Strawberry Festival, inaugurating the start of this delicious fruit’s harvest. From 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., you’ll be treated to samples, lessons on making strawberry jam, and cooking demonstrations by Toronto chefs Massimo Capra (of Mistura) and Michael Bonacini (of the Oliver & Bonacini restaurant group).

Iconic Beach Boys singer and songwriter Brian Wilson plays an intimate show at Massey Hall this evening, in promotion of his latest album, Brian Wilson Re-imagines Gershwin .

Sunday: See a revolutionary war reenactment at historic Black Creek Pioneer Village

Sunday, June 19
Celebrate this Father’s Day at Black Creek Pioneer Village, where you can watch as 200 costumed soldiers re-enact the Revolutionary War in the “Battle of Black Creek.” Walk around the village to see how soldiers lived in camps or visit the historic brewery for samples. Last but not least, end the day with a Father’s Day barbecue rib dinner.

The second annual Ontario Craft Beer Week kicks off in Toronto today. The festival showcases 27 craft brewers from across the province—at events and venues throughout Toronto—until June 25.

Crowds of screaming fans are sure to fill Queen Street West for the MuchMusic Video Awards tonight. Co-hosted by Selena Gomez, performers and guests include Lady Gaga, Avril Lavigne, Bruno Mars, City and Colour, the Black Keys and many more.

Hot Dining: Seeing Stars

The patio at Blue Water Cafe. Photo by Steve Li

As North America’s third-largest film production centre, Vancouver welcomes its share of celebrities. Keep your eyes peeled for the glitterati at VIP hot spots such as Blue Water Cafe (pictured), which has hosted Tom Cruise, Owen Wilson, Liam Neeson and Ben Stiller. Twilight stars Robert Pattinson and Kristen Stewart have supped at Italian Kitchen and Miku; Renée Zellweger and Bradley Cooper were spotted at Market by Jean-Georges; Lady Gaga lunched at Raincity Grill; and Jennifer Aniston was served at Cioppino’s and Goldfish Pacific Kitchen.—Kristina Urquhart

Weekend Roundup: Best Bets for March 4 to 6

Friday, March 4

"Naked Naked Naked" is on view at the Patrick John Mills Contemporary Fine Art Gallery. Photo credit: “She is Sunshine... She is Love. Oil on canvas.”

Artists bare their souls in “Naked Naked Naked,” on view at Patrick John Mills Contemporary Fine Art Gallery until March 26. This group exhibition of paintings explores the theme of the word “naked,” from the literal meaning to more metaphorical interpretations about the soul, truth, and pure expression. Stop by the exhibition grand opening on Thursday, March 3, and catch a sultry burlesque show by The Sin Sisters. Visit the Facebook page to add your name to the guest list for the vernissage.

Enjoy a Vegas themed evening at “Drag for a Wish” that includes casino-themed games, a drag show by some of Ottawa’s top performers, and silent auction. Presented by Algonquin College’s Event Management program, which is raising money for the Children’s Wish Foundation. (more…)

Hot Date: Go Gaga Again

MARCH 3 Part singer, part provocateur, Lady Gaga brings her Monster Ball tour back to Toronto. The pop songstress is as well-known for her outrageous costumes as she is for such songs as “Poker Face” and “Just Dance.” Air Canada Centre, 8 p.m., $49.50 to $175; call 416-870-8000 or visit Ticketmaster to buy.

Hot Date: Lady Gaga

Pop phenom Lady Gaga returns to Vancouver for the second time in less than a year

The international pop star describes her new Monster Ball Tour, filled with outrageous outfits and megahits such as “Poker Face” and “Bad Romance,” as “the first-ever pop-electro opera.” We’re not exactly sure what that means, but we do know it’ll be an entertaining spectacle (Rogers Arena; Aug. 23 and 24).—Sheri Radford

Hot Date: Lady Power

JULY 11 & 12 Eccentric pop diva Lady Gaga rides her disco stick—along with her multitude of outlandish and barely-there costumes—into town for two nights as part of her self-described “pop-electro opera” Monster Ball concert tour. No need to put on your poker face or pretend that you’re k-kinda busy. Just dance like you’re her biggest fan. Rah-rah-ah-ah-ah! Air Canada Centre, 8 p.m., $49.50 to $175; call Ticketmaster at 416-870-8000 or click here to charge.

Weekend Roundup, July 9 to 11

The pressing heat wave calls for a distraction. You’re sure to find one amongst the shows and events taking place this weekend.

Friday: The musical Miss Saigon is sure to enthrall audiences

Friday, July 9
Experience the enduring story of Miss Saigon. Based on Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, this musical tragedy tells of a young American soldier and a Vietnamese girl who fall in love, only to be torn apart by the circumstances of war.

Start licking your chops. Toronto’s Summerlicious dining event begins today, with more than 150 restaurants—from Ame to Zucca—offering special three-course prix fixe menus to satisfy eager appetites.

Head over to the Molson Canadian Amphitheatre for a sure-to-satisfy concert by Juno Award–winning indie band Metric. Also on the bill are Passion Pit and Toronto’s Holy F**K.

Saturday: Legendary rapper Rakim headlines Harbourfront Centre's Beats, Breaks & Culture

Saturday, July 10
Hum along with melodies by the Fab Four at Rain —A Tribute to the Beatles. This multimedia exploration of the band’s memorable music recreates many career highlights, from their appearance on the Ed Sullivan Show to Sgt. Pepper’s Lonely Hearts Club Band and much more.

Break it down this weekend at Harbourfront Centre’s returning Beats, Breaks & Culture festival. Groove to some excellent emerging electronic-music acts—plus a free show by hip-hop legend Rakim (9:30 p.m.)—try your hand on the turntables, or cheer for your favourite freestyle dancer in the Pop, Lock & Load Break Dance competition.

Celebrate summer as it’s meant to be experienced—outdoors. Close to 400 artists gather at Nathan Phillips Square for the Toronto Outdoor Art Exhibition, North America’s largest open-air juried art fair. Stroll between the paintings, photographs and sculptures while mingling with local art lovers.

Sunday: Lady Gaga brings her act to the Air Canada Centre

Sunday, July 11
You might not be able to maintain that poker face, Lady Gaga swoops into the Air Canada Centre with outrageous costumes, provocative set pieces and tunes like “Bad Romance,” as part of her current Monster Ball concert tour.

Laugh, cry or sing along as more than 800 Canadian theatrical performers continue to break their proverbial legs as part of the Toronto Fringe Festival. Enjoy an after-show beer and nightly entertainment at Honest Ed’s, this year’s host of the Fringe Club.

Catch Carlos Santana live at the Molson Canadian Amphitheatre. The famed classic-rock guitarist jams this evening with special guest Steve Winwood.

Hot Entertainment: Gaga For GaGa

Lady GaGa is sure to make her Monster Ball tour a spectacle

After exploding onto the music charts less than two years ago, 23-year-old Lady GaGa has proven she’s no one-hit wonder. Her catchy refrains (think “Poker Face” and “Just Dance”), vocal chops and bizarre fashion choices have made her one of the biggest pop sensations this decade. And her fame isn’t without merit: this Lady plays piano and writes her own songs. She promotes her sophomore disc, The Fame Monster, in three concerts at Queen Elizabeth Theatre (Dec. 9 to 11).—Kristina Urquhart