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My last “Culture and Life” article was about reading, which may seem like a fairly solitary activity. With that said, I’ve decided to switch up the message for this week and encourage everyone to get out of the house and EXPLORE YOUR CITY. 

Toronto is not called Canada’s culture capital for nothing. Though the phrases “bustling metropolis” and “cosmopolitan hotbed” might as well be spelled f-i-t-n-a, there are a ton of things young Muslims can do around town to really feel engaged with their city. 

In keeping with my standard hokey theme formula, I’ve decided to offer readers what I call the “three E’s” – Eating, Education, and Entertainment. 

Eating: Do NOT even think about trying something you’re used to. Be  adventurous. Next time your friend says “I know a great little place…” GO!  Toronto is never short on Halal restaurants, nor is it short on people that “know a  great little place.” 

Education: Summer isn’t to be thought of as a time to let your brain be dormant.  An empty mind, as they say, is the devil’s playground. Alhamdullilah, we live in a  city that is full of intellectually engaging activities. The King Tut exhibit at the  AGO, the Toronto Public Library’s book talk series, and regular lectures at U of  T’s own Munk Centre are all worth attending. 

Entertainment: Seeing a play, a poetry reading, or going to one of Toronto’s  numerous cultural festivals can never be a bad idea. Unless, of course, you’ve  completely internalized my last article and want to stay at home reading all day.  In that case, don’t let me dissuade you. 
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Sara
06/20/2010 1:39am

Three Es and and S? SUNNIPAAAAAAAAATH

:)

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Sara
06/20/2010 1:40am

..sorry, I know that has nothing to with Toronto. lol

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