looking for leads (subjects) on the Danforth

Have called several people this past week on leads for subjects: Donovan from Elite Music gave us his mom's number who used to belly-dance at all the bouzouki bars on the Danforth. I spoke with Fotios Sarris, one of my professors at Ryerson for his suggestions since he is of Greek background.

Fotios recommended Peter Demas, a filmmaker from Greektown who has possibly made films about growing up on the Danforth. Oops, just found out from Fotios that Peter has no life experience on the Danforth. Too bad.

Also came across a feminist poet/fiction writer by the name of Margaret Christakos who has written a book called "Charisma", some of it reflecting scenes from the Danforth (butcher shops and lusting after butcher boys.) Great, sensual writing, can we incorporate her in some way?

I have a pre-interview scheduled with Anne Kokot this Saturday, Donovan's mother.

ALSO: Aaron and I went digging at the City of Toronto Archives.

FOUND: Less than 10 photos of the Danforth and a published book with photos on the area (book was published by the Toronto Library Board.)