The Trinity Bellwoods Flea is one of Toronto’s most popular monthly curated local shopping event that brings local vendors and shoppers together to buy locally. It’s running history makes this the perfect spot to check out Run Little Monkey as the flea is held in the Longboat Hall of The Great Hall on Queen West near Dovercourt. This long hidden gem of was the original gymnasium of Toronto’s first West End YMCA. It was first named Longboat Hall for renowned distance runner and 1907 Boston Marathon winner, Tom Longboat (who trained here in the early 20th century). The Lower Hall has now been completely restored, showcasing the original curved wooden running track as a really one-of-a-kind balcony.
You can check out more history of the building on the Great Hall’s website.
A portion of the sale from every Run Little Monkey item goes to support groups and organizations that empower girls and women and help make our communities stronger.