Together Again Song Circle with Steph & Paul in Toronto, ON

Join Steph & Paul for an evening of connection and song at the Bain Co-op Community Centre in Toronto's Riverdale neighbourhood. You are warmly invited to join Steph & Paul at the Bain Co-op Community Centre in Toronto's east end on Friday, October 30th, for an evening of connection and song! A note from Steph: Dear Toronto Community, it's been over a year since we last facilitated a song circle in Toronto, and... WE MISS YOU! Over the past year, Paul and I have been busy nurturing our sweet little singing community in Kingston, starting a monthly pop choir, writing new little ditties, and we've even gone on a couple of adventures. We're excited to spend an evening with you to reconnect through story and song. (There will be more song than story, we promise!) This event is geared toward folks who already know and love us. If we've never met before, but you feel like you know and love us, well, come on in! We'd love to have you in the circle! Sing with you sooooooon! Lots of love, Steph (& Paul!) Event Details Friday, October 30th 6:30 pm Doors | 7 to 9 pm Singing | 9 to 9:45 pm Optional Linger & Community Connection Bain Co-op Community Centre Toronto, ON Sliding Scale: $30-$50 per Adult (A limited number of PWYC tickets are available for folks experiencing financial hardship. There are no fees for children under 4. For ages 4-12, the suggested contribution is $10. For ages 13-17, the suggested contribution is $15. More details below!) In case this is your first-ever song circle, here's what to expect from the evening: • A welcoming environment that embraces you and your voice as they are. • Permission and encouragement to explore your voice at your own pace. • Opportunities to connect with like-hearted humans and experience a sense of community. • Easy-to-learn, heart-softening songs, ranging from playful to powerful and sacred, that will leave you feeling oh-so-OK in all of your tenderness. Tea and light snacks will be provided thanks to Toronto Community Singing. Thank you, friends!! There may be tears. There will certainly be laughter. Come prepared for the full range of feelings. Since ancient times, people have gathered to sing as a way of caring for themselves, each other, and the more-than-human world. Let's reclaim our collective wellness through the practice of community singing. Come find joy, strength, and solace in song with us. The Nitty-Gritty Details The Venue This event is in the Bain Co-op Community Centre, accessible via Sparkhall Avenue just off Logan Avenue. The community centre is conveniently located within walking distance from both the Broadview and Chester stations and can also be accessed from the Broadview and Gerrard streetcars. Street parking is available. Please note that the community centre parking lot is reserved for Bain Co-op residents only. This venue is accessible for most wheelchair users and equipped with accessible/gender-neutral bathrooms. A Few Other Notes on Accessibility There will be a mix of sitting and standing options, including chairs and cosy floor space. You'll be encouraged to honour your body. Volunteers will be available to respond to any needs that arise during the session. Quiet spaces for retreat will be clearly identified. An Access Kit will be available, including stones from Lake Ontario for holding and grounding, sunglasses, earplugs, colouring pages and crayons, N95 masks, granola bars and cups for water. We invite everyone to remove outdoor shoes so the space stays cosy and comfortable for sitting on the floor. You’re welcome to bring indoor shoes, warm socks, or slippers - whatever helps you feel at ease. If keeping your outdoor shoes on is what you need, no problem at all; we just ask that you give them a quick wipe with the towel provided. Thank you! Accessible Ticket Options The sliding scale for this event is $30-$50 per adult. Please choose an amount in this range that is both generous and manageable for you right now. In addition to Sliding Scale tickets, we have 3 Pay‑What‑You‑Can/Come Receive tickets available for this event. These are reserved for folks facing severe financial hardship who would not otherwise be able to access this event. The minimum set by Eventbrite is $1. If you are unable to contribute at this time, please use the promo code COMERECEIVE to access a free ticket. Children While this event is geared more towards adults, young people who can stay engaged or entertain themselves quietly during the 2‑hour event are welcome. Pre‑crawling babies are also welcome. Children under age 13 must be accompanied by an adult. Parents and caregivers are welcome to step in and out of the space as needed or leave before the end. There likely will not be a formal break. There is no fee for children under 4. For ages 4-12, the suggested contribution is $10. For ages 13-17, the suggested contribution is $15. We invite you to use your discretion in adding a small amount to your contribution for your kiddos, based on your family’s circumstances. Thank you! If bringing a young, energetic human would help you attend, please reach out - we’re happy to find a way forward together! Photo/Video Consent Heads up! We plan to capture a few videos and photos to share the power of what we are creating with the wider community. Don't worry - we won't be zooming in on individuals (except Steph & Paul). Our goal is to capture the group experience. If you don't want to be on camera, please let us know in your registration form and/or check in with our camera volunteer. We'll make sure your wishes are respected. This is important to us! Late Arrivals To preserve the musical intimacy of the event, we ask that you arrive no later than 15 minutes after the start time. Thank you so much! Wellness and Mask Policies We ask that participants complete their own wellness self-assessment before attending the event. Please attend only if you are feeling well and have not recently been sick or been in contact with someone who was sick. If you are unsure whether you should attend, please reach out to Steph - we will navigate the way forward together. Masks are optional and most likely will not be worn by most participants. We invite you to do what is most comfortable for you. We will have a handful of N95 masks available in our Access Kit. Please bring your own if you're able. Cancellation Policy We consider requests for refunds on a case-by-case basis. While we do not guarantee refunds for cancellations, unplanned absences or no-shows, we are committed to our relationship with you! Please be in touch with any concerns; we will work together to find an agreeable solution. If you must cancel your attendance at the last minute due to illness, you will be offered a credit which can be applied towards a future event. So please do stay home to keep yourself and others well. 💕 Payment Options Credit or Debit Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or PayPal Eventbrite enables payments via Credit or Debit Card, Apple Pay, Google Pay or PayPal at the checkout. Please note that payment processing fees apply. E‑Transfer: To avoid payment processing fees, you may send an e-transfer to [email protected] (no password required). Please select "Pay by invoice" at checkout and send your e-transfer either before completing your registration or immediately afterwards. Your spot is confirmed once payment has been received. Thank you! Any questions? Please reach out via phone to 437-344-5543 or by email to [email protected]. We're here to help! There is Fierce OKness in all of us. Let's find our way back to it together. ♥