Maison Mercer: a multi-experience venue perfect for hosting a variety of events and functions!

Maison Mercer stands out as an event location because it is a multi-level spot. Whether you are looking for a performance stage, dance floor, catering kitchen, Mercer offers it all.  But what’s is most important for the summer- they have a roof top patio!

Being located in Toronto´s Entertainment District, the venue has a great location – just some minutes away from the Bell TIFF Lightbox, Rogers Centre, Metro Convention Centre.

Maison Mercer is a 12,000 square foot venue and it can host groups of 250 up to 1300 guests at full capacity. To offer its clients an unforgettable and unified event, they provide state of the art audio and lightning system, video walls.

A unique feature is the Maison Terrace, incorporating the South Beach style mixed with classic French European garden features. Providing great views of Toronto’s skyline, guests can enjoy the evening sun and enjoy the atmosphere of an urban place that takes you away from the city for a while! With a capacity of 350 persons the space is perfect for events.

Amenities and services at a glance

• On-site Event Planner
• Nearby self park
• LED video walls and LCD 3D TV screens
• Wireless microphone and Function One audio system
• Wi-Fi
• Event consulting services
• Photography & Videography services
• Ground transportation service (valet, car service)
• Security services, catering services and coat check
• Audio/visual technician
• DJ services
• Entertainment bookings
• Event production services, invitation, flyers, print service

The venue at a glance

•      Adress

15 Mercer Street ?(between John Street and Blue Jays Way)
Toronto, ON M5V 2M9
Tel: 416 341 7777
Fax: 416 971 0477
Website: http://www.maisonmercer.com/private-events/

•      Indoor Capacity

950 (Standing Cocktail Reception)
180 (Seated Dinner)

•  Terrace Capacity

350 (Standing cocktail reception)
60 (Seated)

 

AFTERWORK DISARONNO TERRACE SCHMOOZE – A Refreshing night with Disaronno

On Friday August 15th Maison Mercer &Disaronno joined up for a unique edition of the Afterwork Schmooze!

As usual, the After Work Schmooze was accompanied by a complimentary BBQ and happy hour drinks. People enjoyed tasty burgers, grilled corn and chicken skewers.  On top of that, Disaronno – “the world’s favourite Italian liqueur” – offered free samples of Disaronno Sour and passed appetizers such as meatballs, bruschetta bites and Amaretto marinated cantaloupe wrapped in prosciutto. So the guests had the full Italian experience!

A Live Jazz Band rounded off the event in a musical manner. The three musicians accompanied the first hours of the Schmooze with live music. Later on, a DJ took over. With his mix of current and classic club beats he ensured a relaxed and joyful atmosphere at the patio. Luckily, the weather was sunny that Friday so there was no need for a warm jacket even in the late hours.

    

This After Work at Maison Mercer’s gorgeous rooftop terrace was the 3rd Schmooze that was co-hosted by Shanny in the City and CityEvents. The promotion via Social Media and Word-of-Mouth made many people curious about the event as the terrace was crowded in the first few hours. Many guests and familiar faces who attended the last Schmooze evenings returned because they had a really good time and met some nice people.

Many guests mentioned they liked the event due to the great terrace and how it makes you feel as if you are on a short holiday!  What is a better start to your Friday than $3.50 happy hour drinks, some food and meeting people? Hanging out on the sofas or at the bar having Toronto’s skyline in the background is a great extra on top!

        

Abdi and Cassandra  attended the Schmooze for the first time. Here are their impressions. Abdi said that “the energy, atmosphere and execution of the event was outstanding and was a perfect way to end off the summer.” Cassandra mentioned that this event “certainly attracted crowds of young business professionals. The appetizers coupled with tasty Disaronno Amaretto made this a memorable and delicious afterwork schmooze.”

Make sure to check out the photos of the event

Written by Manon Larbot

Still desperately looking for a way to cool down this summer?

To escape out of the heat wave is closer than you think! Welcome to The Chill Ice House. Entrepreneur Gresham Bayley made it possible that Toronto has its first ice bar and lounge in the former Drake General Store space at 82 Bathurst Street (between King and Wellington). Bayley already set up ice lounges around the world with Iceculture Inc., a family owned business. The new venue has around 1,300 square feet, which means it is the largest year-round ice lounge in the world.

The complete interior and its features are made out of ice: chairs, tables, glasses, and the bar.  At -5 degrees you can either enjoy a hot scotch whiskey apple cider or a cold cocktail. The whole concept is well thought through. To clean the ice glasses and plates they use liquid nitrogen and that might be a disadvantage for companies selling dishwashers. In case the drink in your glass is warmer than you, just go to their warm up cabin.

 

 

To make sure you can stand the cold, you will need to wear a warm parka or jacket. If you would like to grant your winter coat a use month before winter approaches, you are welcome to bring it. Otherwise, the Chill Ice House offers parkas to all visitors.

The lounge opened on July 17th. However,  the official opening party was July 24th  and it featured an ice DJ booth as well as live ice sculpting.

 

For more details or a reservation visit Chill Ice House website: http://chillicehouse.com

ADDRESS

Chill Ice House
82 Bathurst St

info@chillicehouse.com
416-901-3330.

Are you ready to rock? ScienceROCKS is the newest exhibition of the Ontario Science Centre hosting 3 special nights

 

The Ontario Science Centre is transformed by ScienceROCKS into a musical playground for young professionals, where the 19+ crowd can take in live performances, engage in thought-provoking presentations, explore the new exhibition “The Science of Rock ‘N’ Roll” and catch the film Rolling Stones at the Max on the big screen.

From 7 p.m. to midnight on July 24, August 21, and September 18, the Ontario Science Centre invites adult visitors to experience different theme nights, and all are accompanied by great food, cocktails and rock-it science!

Advance tickets are now available for $15 and $18 at the door. Tickets include: admission to event and IMAX film, live performances, and activities.  All ScienceROCKS! Events are licensed, with food and drink available for purchase onsite.

 

 

ScienceROCKS at the Ontario Science Centre:

If you are up to hands-on interactive zones and objects from music history visit “The Science of Rock ’N’ Roll” where art and science in music converge. Learn how advances in science and technology have revolutionized music, starting from the way we make, listen, and experience and share music.

By walking through the exhibition you will experience the history and evolution of rock from the 1950s to the present day with all sorts of memorabilia and early instruments. You will also learn how we perceive sounds and how they are produced. It is explained how our brains are affected by rock music and you can discover the differences between mono vs. other stereo and create your own riff on a ‘reactable,’ an interactive music-making table.

Why not entering a recording booth and showing your Rock `N` Roll expertise playing an electric guitar?

And it’s not just about the musicians! All the numerous careers in the music industry both on and off stage are also highlighted.  A great feature at the end of the exhibition is a Concert Experience in a virtual live concert setting you can re-live.

The Science of Rock ‘N’ Roll runs until October 26, 2014.
For more information and tickets, visit: 
https://www.ontariosciencecentre.ca/rocknroll/
https://www.facebook.com/events/524537597647758/

 

MANAGING FOR GROWTH SERIES – PROSPERITY IN AN AGE OF DECLINE

Canada is financially doing well but not all the economic news is good. We will be taking a look at what it all means to your business.

In the US, the sagging housing market is a short-term issue and the mounting government debt is a long-term problem, but there is plenty of room in between to make money. China is a growing wild card and Europe is showing signs of sustaining recovery despite the Ukraine issues. We are going to talk about these issues and more at the Seminar.

Guest Speaker: Brian Beaulieu, CEO, ITR Economics
Brian’s presentations cover a wide variety of topics including short- and long-term global economic forecasts, regional economic updates, an outlook on inflation, and the relationship of political events and economic growth. He details what economic indicators executives should follow and provides proven strategies for leveraging economic forecasts at the company level.

Date: Thursday, September 25th, 2014,
Time: 7:30 a.m. – 10:00 a.m.
Venue: Hilton Suites, 8500 Warden Avenue at Hwy 7
Fees: $25 which includes continental breakfast (net proceeds go to the Ted Rogers School of Management
Seating is limited, please RSVP online at http://www.hss-ca.com/events.php

Who Should Attend:
• Small to medium business owners, entrepreneurs
• CEO’s, CFO’s

Key Learnings:
• Current economic forecast
• Industry trends
• Business cycle forecasts
• Easy-to-understand, strategic action items

Series Sponsors:
Hogg, Shain & Scheck, Komitas-Mastromartino Wealth Management Group of RBC Dominion Securities, State of Tennessee, BDC, PROFIT Magazine, Ted Rogers School of Management and the Markham Board of Trade.

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