Celebrate your mother with the perfect outing in Toronto
May 10, 2012 by deblewis
Filed under Event Venues
With Mother’s Day right around the corner (May 13), you are probably scrambling to find the perfect activity to share the day together with your mom. Are you looking for the ultimate way to surprise mom this year? Toronto has a lot of unique options for last minute alternatives to the traditional Mother’s Day Brunch. Here are some of Toronto’s exciting events to help you celebrate your mother!
Mother’s Day Chocolate Tour:
Saturday, May 12th, 4 p.m – 7 p.m, SOMA Chocolate, 443 King Street West
Does your mother have a sweet tooth? Well you’re in luck! Tasty Tours is launching their Chocolate Tour this Mothers Day weekend. Go on a tasty walking tour of Trinity Bellwoods Park, sample a variety of chocolates and learn the history behind the sweets that mom loves. Mothers on the tour will get to enjoy a sweet thank you bonus gift: www.tastytourstoronto.com
All Aboard Mariposa’s Mother’s Day Brunch:
Sunday, May 13, Noon – 2 p.m, Mariposa Cruises, 207 Queens Quay West
Brunch is a traditional characteristic of Mother’s Day, Why not celebrate mom with something out the ordinary. Experience Mother’s Day brunch from the water on the Captain Matthews Finders. Enjoy a two-hour cruise around Toronto’s waterfront while enjoying a scrumptious brunch.: www.mariposacruises.com
Experience tea in fashion at the Bata Shoe Museum:
Sunday, May 13, 10 a.m – Noon, 327 Bloor St W
Experience the Bata Shoe Museum’s “Fashionable History of Tea” event. This stylish event lead by Certified Tea Sommelier and wardrobe stylist Linda Gaylard, will explore the influence of tea and social history. The event will include both tea tasting and light cuisine and will celebrate tea in the culture of style.: www.batashoemuseum.ca
Mothers Day at the Toronto Zoo:
Sunday, May 13 Toronto Zoo
Looking for something for the whole family to enjoy? Bring mom to the zoo, and interact with some of the Zoo’s wild mothers. Don’t forget to treat mom to a delicious Beavertail pastry! Other activities include carousel rides, and the Sharks at Stingray Bay experience: http://www.torontozoo.com/Events/?pg=MothersDay
100-Mile Mother’s Day Brunch at Wychwood Barns:
Sunday May 13th, from 10a.m to 2p.m.
Enjoy the innogrative100 Mile Mother’s Day Buffet Brunch at the Artscape Wychwood Barns! The menu will be created from ingredients purchased at the vendors of the Saturday Farmers Market, located at the Wychwood Barns. All proceeds from this event will help support the Wychwood Barns Community Association and Wychwood Open Door: www.wychwoodbarnscommunity.ca
Casa Loma Secret Gardens:
Sunday, May 13 1p.m- 2:30p.m
Give your mom a Mother’s Day to remember and unlock the secrets of the Casa Loma Estate Gardens. The Secret Garden will allow moms to learn about garden etiquette and the opportunity to sample edible plants. Mothers can also enjoy Through The Garden Gate, a magical tour of the spectacular gardens: www.casaloma.org/events
For more Toronto upcoming events check our website upcoming events, at www.torontocityevents.com .
Also for some gift suggestions we recommend the flower stores at Davenport and Dupont as well as chocolate treats from Café Moroco or Nadege in the Shops of Summerhill. Also Shay Lowe Jewelry Design is having a Spring Sale so check out some of the great deals for MOM, I have my eye on a bracelet for mom. https://www.facebook.com/Shay.Lowe.Jewellery.Design
Liberty Social Hour: Carnival del Sol
May 7, 2012 by deblewis
Filed under Ontario, Past Events, Toronto
On Wednesday April 18, 2012, CityEvents, RPC Group and Bar Vespa collaborated to welcome many Torontonians for this month’s Liberty Social Hour. Taking place in the heart of Liberty Village, this season’s social hour was themed as a celebration of spring. Local residents of the village, as well as others from around Toronto were pleased with the opportunity to socialize and get to know what this new neighbourhood is all about. When the evening began, the sun was shining and the drinks were flowing. Bar Vespa, the host restaurant, was filled within a few short moments, and was ready to encourage the crowd to mingle.
As the night led on, the amount of people in attendance picked up, and so did the conversation. It was clear that many of the guests had different reasons for attending Liberty Social Hour. Some were there just to meet up with a friend, others were curious to see what the hype was all about. Each guest had heard the buzz about the social hour in different ways. For some, it was hearing through past attendees, others through social media, and for a small handful, they were persuaded by the many posters surrounding the Liberty Village area.
Overall the environment was very friendly and outgoing. The same guest that stayed for 30 minutes was just as satisfied as the guest that stayed for four hours. Whether the guest was there to have a drink with old friends, or a stranger to the community, everyone felt welcomed and walked away having had a great interaction with another. As guests made their way out of Bar Vespa, they were surprised with a gift bag filled with exciting new products and deals from within Liberty Village and the surrounding area. As well, they received a special treat contributed by Bar Vespa.
Liberty Social Hour is an event meant to bring social interaction to many types of Toronto individuals. It allows one to learn more about what Liberty Village has to offer, as well as the type of people who fill it. Make sure to keep an ear out for the next Liberty Social Hour coming up in a few short months. Be a part of the growing neighbourhood of Liberty Village, and have the chance to be a part of the excitement.
The most effective way to market your business online? It was debated and answered at Search and Social Rank Symposium
March 27, 2012 by deblewis
Filed under Ontario, Past Events, Toronto, Uncategorized
Search and Social Rank Symposium made a huge splash in marketing at the Boiler House on April 16th !
Due to the public’s insatiable curiosity for more insight into the weird science at the intersection of social media marketing and search engine optimization, there was a third Search and Social Rank Symposium held at The Boiler House restaurant on Monday, April 16th, in the Distillery District of Toronto. Presentations and discussions illustrated the intricacies of social media marketing, while featuring expert guest speakers Rob Campbell, Alex Blom and Brad Gosse.
Search and Social Rank Symposium created the perfect opportunity to build valuable relationships with business professionals, while guests learned the necessary skills to market your business online like a pro!
The event featured presentations by leading industry professionals, followed by a question and answer session, and networking opportunities. Attendees learned the elements of good business storytelling, social media marketing, SEO and how to run a successful business online. Guests can now use the tools they learned to develop their professional edge from the presentations at Search and Social Rank Symposium!
Rob Campbell and Brad Gosse take two totally different approaches to online advertising, and disagree on storytelling structures, and how to use Google search in web marketing. Their presentations should stand in sharp contrast. Alex Blom, who speaks first, has always been a creative thinker with clever ideas about clouds and conversion metrics.
Highlights included:
Search engine optimization
Social media marketing
Audience Penetration and Reach
Speakers included:
Rob Campbell, Principal, Lenzr
Rob Campbell Principal at Lenzr Canada’s largest serial photo contest website. Prior to Lenzr Rob was a Social Marketer at LifeCapture Interactive and a writer and producer at Threshold Media Productions. As the Prime Innovator at Lenzr Corp, Rob Campbell is also the director of the Page One Program, which uses Lenzr photo contests and other attractions to build high quality ‘social capital’ closely aligned to client website’s value proposition.
Alex Blom, CEO, SalesChoice
Australian born Alex Blom is the CEO of SalesChoice a sales management company providing detailed analytics and minimizes data entry. Prior, Alex was CTO and Partner at Helix. His achievements include Helix and selling startup, co-organizing Freelance Camp TO and being awarded Young Citizen of the Year. Alex troubleshooted retail conglomerates, ran marketing / sales organizations, created music festivals and co-founded not for profits.
Brad Gosse, Founder, Yourbrain Media Inc.
Brad Gosse is a consultant and Founder of Yourbrain Media Inc. Brad Gosse is an expert on such topics as search engine optimization (SEO), product creation and website monetization. Yourbrain Media Inc. is a Canadian online publishing and advertising company. Brad teaches comprehensive SEO courses that integrate social media and sales psychology. His specialties include social media, SEO, video branding, business development, personal branding, Internet marketing, software development and advertising. Brad started building websites for other people in 1996 and before creating his own sites with revenue models built in. Brad is the owner of several online and offline businesses along with commercial real estate.
Ticket included delicious food from the esteemed chefs at Archeo, with cash bar.
Where: Archeo Trattoria, 55 Mill Street, The Distillery
For more information visit:,www.jib.ca/searchandsocial
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The Family Association for Mental Health Everywhere presents “simply divas”
March 26, 2012 by deblewis
Filed under Ontario, Past Events, Toronto
“simply divas” returns for it’s 7th successful year!
Millions of Canadians suffer from mental illnesses, it effects people’s day-to-day living, and can effect what and how they think, act and perceive things. We as Canadians must do everything we can to make sure we are supporting this wonderful cause in a fun and positive way. FAME (Family Association for Mental Illness Everywhere) is a community-based charitable organization which for over 20 years has proudly supported families and caregivers of those experiencing mental illness.
On Sunday, April 29th, The Family Association for Mental Health Everywhere (FAME) proudly announced that simply divas returned for its annual fundraising event! It was a showcase of outstanding musical entertainment and culinary delights, and this year would feature a tribute to the legendary diva herself, Tina Turner! Simply Divas is FAME’s leading fundraiser and with the continuous generous contributions from Canadians, it would continue to be.
simply divas took place at: The Great Hall, 1087 Queen St. W., Toronto
Date & Time: Sunday, April 29, 2012 from 1 PM – 5 PM
simply divas was a wonderful event. People enjoyed dances, eating and had fun!
Toronto’s Premiere Chicken Wing Festival
March 26, 2012 by deblewis
Filed under Toronto, Uncategorized
Whose Wing is King?
Join this month the “Toronto’s Premiere Chicken Wing Festival” and help to crown the best wing.
At this event also you can savour all-you-can-eat of T.O’s best wings, over 600 lbs to be devoured! And enjoy a cold Steam Whistle while grooving to live music all night long.
Friday April 20th
6 – 11pm
Beverly Hall, 206 Beverly Street, Toronto
Get your $25 early bird tickets now, $30 after April 6th.
For tickets and information:www.torontowingfestival.com
Proceeds will support Streets to Homes and STEP Cambodia. This event is proudly brought to you by the Rotary Club of Toronto Skyline (http://torontoskylinerotary.wordpress.com/).
