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Couple enjoying the 1963 CNE

Events During the 2010 CNE August 20 - September 6

Love, Longing & Lust at the CNE

CNE Archives Exhibit, Heritage Court, Direct Energy Centre

August 20 - September 6

The CNE Archives will explore the role that the CNE has played in bringing couples together since its very early days in 1879. Ranging from the Tunnel of Love, to fashion shows and advice for brides to be, to flirting on the midway, to winning stuffed animals to impress a girl, to seamier shows such as Striporama, love in all its forms has been around  as long as the fair has.

Ghosts & Hot Spots

Talks by Paranormal Researcher Richard Palmisano

Courtyard Stage, Heritage Court, Direct Energy Centre

Tuesdays, August 24 & 31; 6pm

Come and listen to Richard Palmisano of the Searcher Group talk about techniques and equipment used in investigating hauntings and find out about his research at the CNE. Richard will also be available after the talk to address questions and concerns about your own paranormal experiences.

CNE Haunted Walking Tours

Departing from the CNE Archives Exhibit, Heritage Court

Tuesdays, August 24 & 31 (7pm & 9pm)

Although Exhibition Placeis known for its bright lights and entertaining shows and events, lurking below the surface are a few well-kept secrets that were only known to select staff who work the late shift.  That the grounds should harbour unworldly visitors is not much of a surprise:  The Horticulture Building was once used as a temporary morgue; the current site of the CNE midway was a bloody battlefield during the War of 1812; and the grounds were once home to two military forts.  Not to mention the CNE's own long history, going back to 1879.  Haunted tours of the grounds at night will be lead by Steve Collie.  Be sure to wear comfortable shoes!  There will be some stairs and rough terrain on the journey.  Not recommended for children under 10 years of age.

Speed Dating at the CNE!

Heritage Court, Direct Energy Centre

 

     Wednesday, August 25:  8 - 10 pm    Ages: 25 - 35

         Thursday, August 26:  8 - 10 pm    Ages: 21 - 28

      Wednesday, September 1:  8 - 10 pm    Ages: 32-42F, 35-45M

          Thursday, September 2:   8 - 10 pm    Ages: 40-50F, 45-55M

 

Join Single in the City for Love, Longing & Lust at the CNE.  Find your soul mate or play mate at one of the speed dating events.  For more information and to register please contact Single in the City.