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August 9, 2023

In today’s edition of This City: Noah “40” Shebib on mixing Drake’s next album and his new charitable venture; a look inside the theatrical, Shakespeare-inspired Hotel Julie in Stratford; what to stream this week; and more. Visit torontolife.com for all our coverage on the city.

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“People always want to give me stuff for free. I just want to direct it to people who actually need it”

In his early 20s, Noah “40” Shebib unwittingly became the architect of the modern Toronto sound and helped build the OVO empire. He is also the co-founder, along with community organizer Yonis Hassan, of Justice Fund, a charity that is empowering the next generation of artists and entrepreneurs. Here, 40 and Hassan talk about overhauling the philanthropic sector and the invaluable role of community space.

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Room and Bard

In early 2022, Paula McFarlane and Jake Tayler, paramedics turned real estate developers, bought a set of nine rowhouse-apartments in Stratford. The duo wanted to transform the dated property into a luxury hotel, and they brought in designers Autumn Hachey, Sarah Brinksman and Jilly Smith Moher to spearhead the reno. A new CTV series, Staying Inn, follows the epic undertaking. Here’s a look inside the theatrical property.

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What to Watch this Week

Only Murders in the Building, starring Selena Gomez, Steve Martin and Martin Short, is returning for its third season with an A-list roster of guest stars that includes Meryl Streep. The Super Mario Bros. Movie also makes its streaming debut, along with Gal Gadot’s action-thriller Heart of Stone. Here, our 10 most anticipated new titles hitting the streamers.

What to read, watch and listen to in August

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A collaborative community dance-athon

Porch View Dances: Real People Dancing in Real Spaces transforms leafy Seaton Village into a series of stages. Conceived by award–winning Toronto choreographer Karen Kaeja in 2012, the event invites residents to collaborate with dance professionals and perform on their own porches and lawns. August 9 to 13, Seaton Village

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Good Behaviour Ice Cream Masterclass

On August 14, join chef Michael Lam and the culinary team at Good Behaviour for an unforgettable evening of ice cream making, gourmet subs and good times. Guests will get a behind-the-scenes peek at how Good Behaviour makes its delectable ice creams plus a chance to make their own unique flavour. While the ice cream confections freeze, guests will be treated to a dinner of GB’s delicious subs. Get tickets here.

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