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Tbg Bloom Caf

Treat yourself to a floral designed cookie from the TBG Bloom Café, open daily throughout the summer. Stop by for coffee, fresh pastries, wraps, sandwiches, ice cream and more. The café is located in the old barn in Edwards Gardens. TBG members receive a 10 per cent discount.

See You at the Farmers Market

The return of the Farmers Market to Toronto Botanical Garden is a cause for celebration, not only for the fresh produce and artisanal goods on offer, but also for the positive impact Farmers Markets can have on the local economy, community-building and overall well-being of urban dwellers. The longrunning market which was paused in 2018 has been missed as a beloved gathering place, and its revival is a testament to the resilience of Toronto’s farmers, makers and community, who have weathered the challenges of the pandemic and continue to work together to build a better future.

By bringing together people from different backgrounds and walks of life, farmers markets create a sense of community and provide a space for people to connect over a shared love of food and local culture.

To revive and refresh our Farmers Market, the Garden has partnered with Appletree Markets and Events, who are experts in this field. Appletree Markets has a wealth of experience in organizing impactful markets across Toronto including the Davisville Village Market in June Rowlands Park and the Gould Street Market on the Toronto Metropolitan University

Campus, among others. The dynamic founders are a husband-and-wife team, Chris and Lesley, who specialize in building community through creative and curated experiences that marry the latest in innovative installations, partnered with the finest local libations and farmfresh fare.

The Farmers Market at the Garden is open Thursdays from 3 to 7 p.m. until Oct. 5. In addition to local farmers and sustainable vendors, there will be live entertainment, family nature activities, guided garden tours, outdoor dining, film nights and a chance to connect with your neighbours and plant community.

By Jenny Rhodenizer

Be Sure To Visit The Garden Shop

where new plants, garden tools and accessories, gift suggestions and more arrive regularly. Now open daily from 10:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. TBG members receive a 10 per cent discount.

Attention Music, Dance and Garden Lovers For almost a decade, the Edwards Summer Music Series has been a favourite among music lovers, bringing together talented performers from across the city and beyond to serenade audiences in the beautiful outdoor setting of the Toronto Botanical Garden and Edwards Gardens. This year, the series is taking things up a notch and responding to our audience by adding more dancing to the mix.

That’s right – starting this summer, concert-goers will be invited to get up and groove to the music. From pre-show beginner dance lessons to circus performances, the Edwards Summer Music Series will move your body and your soul.

The concert series, which is named after its generous sponsor, the Edwards Charitable Foundation, will feature an impressive lineup of award-winning, local musicians from a wide variety of genres. From jazz to blues to classical, and even a Scottish-Reggae band… there will be music to suit all tastes and whet your appetite for more.

The beautiful natural backdrop of the Toronto Botanical Garden is the perfect place to kick back, relax, and enjoy some top-notch music…and dancing. Arrive early to visit the Farmers Market (3 to 7 p.m.) or take a guided tour of the garden (prebook your spot), or enjoy a self-guided stroll through one of Toronto’s most beautiful outdoor spaces.

Mark your calendars – Thursdays at the Garden from July 13 to Aug. 31 are not to be missed this summer. The lineup includes: July 13, Mimi O’Bonsawin, Indigenous; July 20, Ashara, Reggie/Scottish; July 27, VC2, Classical; Aug. 3, Shuffle Demons, Jazz & Funk; Aug. 10, Quisha Wint, Soul & R & B; Aug. 17, Adis & Havana 1950s, Latin; Aug. 24, Lemon Trubac, Ukrainian; Aug. 31, Billy Newton-Davis, R & B/Jazz.

Tbg Agm June 20

Toronto Botanical Garden’s Annual General Meeting will be held on Tuesday, June 20, 2023 at 6 p.m. in person at the Garden. Current members in good standing will receive an invitation via email. If you have any questions or comments about the Annual General Meeting or the status of your membership, please contact the membership office or call our reception desk at 416-397-1341.

Flowers and Footwear In partnership with the Bata Shoe Museum’s new Flowers and Footwear exhibition, Toronto Botanical Garden’s floral design students attended the opening night festivities adorning guests with fresh floral shoe clips, and mini jacket bouquets that turned heads and raised footwear to new heights. Look for more collaborations with the Bata Shoe Museum coming this summer and fall.

Pollinator Week at the TBG

Be sure to visit the Garden during Pollinator Week June 19 to 25. There will be drop-in pollinatorthemed activities in the children’s centre during the Farmers Market on Thursday, June 22. Pollinator Week is an annual celebration to raise awareness of the importance of pollinators.

Garden Obelisks Make use of vertical space in your garden with a 4 or 6-foot obelisk. Made in Toronto exclusively for the Toronto Botanical Garden, these obelisks are superb structures for showcasing and supporting vines and vegetables. Black, powder-coated steel ensures that these towers remain rust-resistant and durable for many years to come. Available throughout the year at the Garden Shop. Available in two sizes: 4 ft $99.99; 6 ft $124.99.

GARDEN TOURS - by HNA Travels – your garden tour specialist. NEWPORT RI Flower Show – June 20-24, 2023; BUFFALO GARDEN FESTIVAL TOUR – July 23-25, 2023; Also, HNA is offering a Louise Penny THREE PINES TOUR – June 4-7, 2023. All tours led by Margaret Dailey-Plouffe. Email Margaret at hnatravels@gmail.com or call 613 843-9900.

RAVINE SYMPOSIUM, FRIDAY, NOVEMBER 3

Reserve the date for TBG’s Urban Ravine Symposium. The Symposium will explore creative solutions to the challenges such as invasive species and extreme flooding and celebrate the ecological benefits the ravines provide to city dwellers.

Bloom Dance & Circus in the Garden Back this Summer by popular demand! An outdoor, high-flying dance, circus, and garden experience with storytelling, aerial tricks, beauty, and joy. Incredible dance and circus acts bring to life the essence of hope, friendship, and love through magical flowers in the garden. Matinee and evening performances 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. July 10, 11, 12, 16, 18 & 19. Tickets: (plus taxes and service fees): General Admission: $55; TBG Members/Volunteers: $50; Students/Children: $25. The show will be held rain or shine. Performances will take place indoors in the case of extreme weather. Developed in partnership with Artists’ Play Dance + Circus Studio and A/P Events.