You and your single friends, WHEREVER BORN , are invited to the following events.
There is a $5.00 levy per person per event to be paid on arrival - Your GUESTS and FIRST-TIMERS included.
When reserving for an event, please leave your phone number in case there are changes.

Join us at the SQUIRE & FIRKIN for libations and mingling followed by a "10% off" dinner if 10 or more people attend. Arrive early to mingle, chat, drink and enjoy the free snack platters provided from about 6 pm to 7:15 pm when we sit down for dinner. A minimum food order of $10 is needed but several scrumptious entrees cost under $13. This event is highly recommended for new members. Located at 3335 Bloor St. W. a few steps east of Islington subway. FREE PARKING in the Sun Life building opposite. Parking entrance on Aberfoyle Court (1 block north of Bloor), enter the door marked PARKING, rest assured it's free on weekends. BRING YOUR SINGLE FRIENDS but please tell them about the $5 levy. If more details are needed, contact Maz before 4 pm Sunday at 1-905-775-2205, or e-mail him at flyking@sympatico.ca. Otherwise, SEE YOU THERE! Enjoy cocktails, dinner and optional pool at the CROOKED CUE, 3056 Bloor Street West, just west of the Royal York subway station on the north side. Meet in the upstairs Fireplace Lounge on the left. Look for the table sign with the UK CONNEXION logo. Beer costs about $4, wine $6-$9. Call Ron at 416-636-3727 the day before to reserve. Let’s party with many other singles at the Singles Professionals Network dance in GTA. Closer to the date contact SPN (www.singlesparties.com or 416-236-8222) to confirm the location and cost.  Cost $15 (or as per the SPN website/hotline) includes UKC levy. Cash bar and great DJ. To reserve your spot at the UKC tables, call Barb A our UKC host at 905-847-7040 two days before the event. Please arrive by 8:30 pm. When you arrive at the dance, please mention at the front desk that you are with the UKC. Join Ralph at Hopper Hut located at 880 Ellesmere Road, Toronto (NW corner of Kennedy and Ellesmere. Take the 2nd entrance to the strip mall off Ellesmere. Free parking.) Sri Lankan food is somewhat similar to Indian food. Some menu items are hoppers - Sri Lankan version of crepes; Lampries - savoury rice; Kothu Roti - similar to Indian roti but made with spices. Vegetarian options available. Separate bills are possible, as is sharing a number of dishes with the cost divided. A meal usually averages $10. Contact Ralph at (416) 367-8437 or at ralphfernando@rogers.com by Wednesday, July 28 in order to reserve a spot Join Ann at the Toronto Music Garden, 475 Queen’s Quay West (between Bathurst and Spadina) for the 7 pm concert NAGATA SHACHU: UNPLUGGED! by the thrilling Toronto-based Japanese music ensemble performing a selection of original works; combining thunderous Taiko primal drumbeats with subtle, intricate rhythms. See their website www.nagatashachu.com. Bring a picnic supper to eat before the concert; optional - some snacks or dessert to share. Join us ASAP after 6:05 – look for Ann’s UK Connexion sign. After the concert we will stroll over to Harbourfront for drinks and socializing. Reserve by contacting Ann at 416-447-5239 or (preferably) agarnett@medicalpharmacies.com so she can save you a seat at this concert.  Free except for the $5 UKC levy. Private home party in Etobicoke. Players needed for scrabble, cribbage, cards. If you are a UK Connexion member, call Donna at 416-247-2104. Space is limited. Cost $10 which includes levy. Snacks provided but BYOB and soft drinks if desired. Join Anna for mingling and supper at the ELEPHANT & CASTLE, 212 King St W. Free snack platters provided, plus 15% off the menu prices as long as 15 or more attend. We meet and mingle in the pool table area and then sit down for pub grub in a reserved area for shepherd's pie, fish & chips, etc. but the menu also includes Thai chicken salad, grilled fish, pastas and curry. Entrees: $9 - $15. Afterwards, those who wish can play pool – only $2 per game! Located directly across from Roy Thomson Hall - just steps from St. Andrew subway. For those of you who are close to the GO train it is a relaxing ten minute walk from Union Station and parking is free at GO stations. New members are very welcome. BRING YOUR SINGLE FRIENDS but please tell them about the $5 levy. If more details are needed, contact Anna at 416-533-8234 or ammiller00@hotmail.com. Since the late '80s, the Rex has been at the forefront of Toronto's thriving local jazz scene and has grown into a musical mecca that continually attracts Canada's finest musicians. The casual atmosphere, eclectic mix of retro-chic decor, and an exciting variety of draught beer and good pub food combine to make The Rex feel like a second home that is unique in that it remains inexpensive and affordable. Two pay parking lots just north on St. Patrick or on-street parking. No cover charge, just $5 UKC levy, plus the band will pass the tip jar for contributions. For more information about the program and to let Roger know you'll be coming: 416-485-4512 or rogerbroadbent2@hotmail.com.

Join Liz at Scarlett Woods executive course at Jane/Eglinton. You don't have to be an expert. All Welcome! Bring your single friends! Rentals available: clubs $14 and carts $32. We will be playing "BEST DRIVE" off every tee, (except those under 150 yards) meaning for that drive only, players pick up their balls and place them in line with the player who has the best drive, and there will also be prizes for 'CLOSEST TO THE HOLE' and 'LONGEST DRIVES' at designated holes. Cost for weekend green fees is $36 ($25 for seniors) plus the $5.UKC levy. IMPORTANT: Since tee off times MUST BE BOOKED IN ADVANCE BY MONDAY the 9th - you definitely need to call Liz at 416-368-1613 or liz.mcg@sympatico.ca to reserve your spot. Mark your calendar now! The “19th hole afterglow” will be at the WILD GOOSE Bar & Grill at 5395 Eglinton Ave. W.  Drive west on Eglinton and about 10 minutes later, just after passing the lights at Renforth, you will see the restaurant in the plaza on the south (left) side. Others welcome to join in just for the dinner at about 5 pm. Join Arnold for a hike through the Palgrave Conservation area.  Meet at 11:30 am at the Tim Horton’s in the old town of Bolton (at the intersection of King Street and Hwy 50, in the plaza with the TD Bank, NOT the other two Tim’s that are on the way up the #50 Hwy). Wear layers of comfortable clothing, a hat, and appropriate hiking boots for some muddy areas. Bring water to drink and don't forget the sunscreen and bug spray. Call Arnold at 416-222-3551 by August 12 and leave a message if necessary. Cost is only the UKC $5 levy. If you leave your name and phone number with Arnold you will be contacted in the event of downpour or cancellation of the hike. To carpool from Kipling subway, contact John at jpettitt@idirect.com or 416-259-1541. Enjoy cocktails, dinner and optional pool at the CROOKED CUE, 3056 Bloor Street West, just west of the Royal York subway station on the north side. Meet in the upstairs Fireplace Lounge on the left. Look for the table sign with the UK CONNEXION logo. Beer costs about $4, wine $6-$9. Call Ron at 416-636-3727 the day before to reserve. Dana invites UKC members to her BBQ Garden Party. Hot dogs, hamburgers, salad and soft drinks etc. will be provided. Bring yourself and your favourite wine/beer and steak or chicken if desired. Cost: $12 ($5 levy included). Plenty of parking on the street. Call/ email Dana for directions at 647-349-9490 or dana_sewell@yahoo.ca. Join us at the SQUIRE & FIRKIN for libations and mingling followed by a "10% off" dinner if 10 or more people attend. Arrive early to mingle, chat, drink and enjoy the free snack platters provided from about 6 pm to 7:15 pm when we sit down for dinner. A minimum food order of $10 is needed but several scrumptious entrees cost under $13. This event is highly recommended for new members. Located at 3335 Bloor St. W. a few steps east of Islington subway. FREE PARKING in the Sun Life building opposite. Parking entrance on Aberfoyle Court (1 block north of Bloor), enter the door marked PARKING, rest assured it's free on weekends. BRING YOUR SINGLE FRIENDS but please tell them about the $5 levy. If more details are needed, contact Maz before 4 pm Sunday at 1-905-775-2205, or e-mail him at flyking@sympatico.ca. Otherwise, SEE YOU THERE! Let’s party with many other singles at the Singles Professionals Network dance in GTA. Closer to the date contact SPN (www.singlesparties.com or 416-236-8222) to confirm the location and cost.  Cost $15 (or as per the SPN website/hotline) includes UKC levy. Cash bar and great DJ. To reserve your spot at the UKC tables, call Barb A our UKC host at 905-847-7040 two days before the event. Please arrive by 8:30 pm. When you arrive at the dance, please mention at the front desk that you are with the UKC. Sing your heart out this exciting sing-along private home party, a fun evening featuring Roger playing lively golden oldies and other favourites on the piano and inviting you to sing along. Song sheets provided, plus pizza. BYOB. UK Connexion members only, and limited to 35 people. Briar Hill Avenue, 15 minutes walk from Eglinton subway, parking on Briar Hill or nearby streets. Cost $15 per person, including UKC levy. Call Roger to reserve and for more information at 416-485-4512 or rogerbroadbent2@hotmail.com.