Celebrate your father with the perfect outing in Toronto

It’s that time of year again, Father’s Day! Are you looking for the perfect activity that your father will cherish forever? On June 17 2012, celebrate your dad with the perfect outing in Toronto!

 

Safeway Father’s Day Walk/Run for Prostate Cancer

Sunday, June 17 2012, 8:30a.m,  Ashbridges Bay Park

Help Celebrate Fathers all over the world by raising money and awareness for the number one cancer threat to Canadian men. This annual 5K walk takes place at Ashbridges Bay Park and raises funds for Prostate Cancer Canada: http://www.prostatecancer.ca/Fathers-Day-Run/2012

Toronto Blue Jays take on the Philadelphia Phillies.

Sunday June 17 2012, 1:07p.m- Rogers Center, 1 Blue Jay’s Way

Treat your father to a special day at the ballpark, as the Toronto Blue Jays take on the Philadelphia Phillies. The first 20, 000 fans will receive a new logo replica Blue Jays Batting Helmet. For tickets/ticket information visit: www.bluejays.com

Father’s Day Brunch at Casa Loma

Sunday, June 17, 2012, Casa Loma- 1 Austin Terrace

Experience a Royal Father’s Day Brunch at Toronto’s Casa Loma. After an elegant brunch enjoy a self-guided tour of Toronto’s famous castle. Don’t forget to take part in the Casa Loma Family Archery Workshop: www.casaloma.org

 

Battle of Black Creek Father’s Day Re-enactment

June 17 2012. Black Creek Pioneer Village- 100 Murray Ross Parkway.

Enjoy a special Revolutionary War re-enactment and Father’s Day BBQ Lunch at Black Creek’s Pioneer Village. More than 200 soldiers will re-enact history by demonstrating the full-scale Battle of Black Creek. Other Father’s Day activities at Pioneer Village include tours and samples at the Black Creek Historic Brewery and musket and cannon demonstrations: www.blackcreek.ca/

All aboard Mariposa’s Father’s Day Cruises

Sunday, May 13, Noon – 2 p.m, Mariposa Cruises- 207 Queens Quay West

Treat dad to something different this year. Experience Father’s Day brunch from the water on Marposa’s cruises. Enjoy a two-hour cruise around Toronto’s picturesque waterfront while enjoying a scrumptious brunch: www.mariposacruises.com

For more Toronto upcoming events check our website upcoming events, at www.torontocityevents.com

 

Don’t Be Square – Check Out CUBE

Cube Nightclub is a newly designed restaurant and bar located by Queen St. and Spadina Ave. in the Entertainment District area of Downtown Toronto. This dance bar and nightclub spot features bottle service, dancing, DJ in a casual atmosphere.  Cube presents itself as a mature nightclub for the 25-plus.

Although it is known as a nightclub it can also be rented out for corporate events or lavish parties. Cube boasts a state-of-the-art D&B sound system and a 12-by-6-foot LED wall.

Cube’s retro aesthetic is thanks to Alessandro Munge of Munge Leung. Custom-made bronze shelving behind the 50-foot polished black bar is matched by bronze beams and lighting fixtures throughout. Curved vintage yellow-green booths are spread all over space for ample seating and lounging. Floating above the room and along the back walls, there’s a “film-strip” mural made from the spliced segments of old 70’s porn for an appropriately cubist bit of racy, retro fetishism.

The 3,500-square-foot fully renovated rooftop patio opened May 30, 2012. This fully renovated nightclub would be great to book your next event, especially the patio that can be rented out all summer long.

For more information, go to http://cubetoronto.com.

 

 

 

Puttin’ In On at The Ritz

In February 2011, The Ritz-Carlton opened in Toronto. Located in the heart of the downtown core and at the crossroads of the financial and performing arts districts, this hotel brings a new level of luxury to the city.

The Ritz-Carlton Toronto’s five-storey glass podium at the base of the guestroom tower, contains the public areas of the hotel and features the grand foyer lobby with its striking glass bridge, restaurant, bar, lounge and upscale meeting and conference facilities and the city’s largest luxury ballroom.

There are two sets of ballrooms at the Ritz-Carlton, on the 2nd and 4th floors. The main ballroom on the second floor can be accessible either by elevator or via stairs.

The cocktail area of the main Ritz-Carlton ballroom on the 2nd floor is right outside the ballroom and spans from the north side to the east side of the building in an L-shape. There are mobile bar areas throughout and also a grand piano in the corner.

The 7,400 square foot Ritz-Carlton Ballroom can seat up to 600 guests. For smaller groups, the ballroom can be partitioned into four separate areas. The chairs they provide are standard banquet size and should fit most chair covers. Walls are padded for increased acoustics. There isn’t a bridal room, however the Ritz-Carlton provides a complimentary hotel room for couples who host their reception with them, and can dually serve as a changing and makeup area for them.

Similarly, on the 4th floor, there is an L-shaped cocktail area encompassing the Wellington ballroom. The Wellington ballroom is 3,000 square feet and can seat 325 guests. Like the Ritz-Carlton ballroom, it too can be partitioned into four separate rooms. In addition to the Wellington ballroom, there is also a smaller Gallery that can seat 140 guests.

Individual meeting rooms are also available including the Executive Boardroom and the Park View Room with floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking Wellington Street West and Metro Hall Park. Spacious pre-function space with dramatic floor-to-ceiling windows overlooks Metro Hall Park and Roy Thompson Hall.

The Ritz-Carlton also offers an unrivalled dining experience with signature restaurant, TOCA by Tom Brodi. The interactive restaurant includes an open-concept kitchen, walk-through pastry corridor, in-kitchen chef’s table, glass-encased cheese cave and extensive wine cellar with a focus on Canadian wines.

For more information on the Ritz-Carlton and to find out if this is the right venue for you, visit http://www.ritzcarlton.com/en/Properties/Toronto/Meetings/Default.htm.

 

Celebrate your mother with the perfect outing in Toronto

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

 

Planning a Party for St. Patrick

In a city with so many cultures, it is only natural that Toronto would celebrate a day of full spirited Irish traditions.  March 17th is fast approaching, and with our Irish luck this St. Patrick’s Day has landed on a Saturday!  Many will want to take advantage of the weekend and throw parties in the spirit of the leprechaun.  Here are some simple tips that will make your party the pot of gold at the end of the rainbow.

Décor

St. Patrick’s Day is all about green.  Most importantly you must wear green attire and encourage your guests to do the same.  Then one trip to the dollar store will save you money and maybe even save you a headache.  First pick up green shamrock decorations, along with stickers, balloons and construction paper.  Then make sure you grab green plates, cups, and cutlery for your St. Patty’s snacks.  Even with a small budget, you find all of your décor needs for under $20.

Food and Beverage 

The theme of this party is simple.  Green all the way through, even in the food!  Food colouring will be your best friend and your worst enemy.  Just add a few drops into beer, soda and even some food to get the feel good green effect.  Make sure to use the dye in plastic cups to avoid staining your own glassware.  Stick with classic finger foods and a variety of Irish beers.  Everyone can enjoy some classic food with a delicious new taste of beer.

Here are some ideas for Irish Brews that can be found at varying LCBO’s…

• Guinness Irish Stout
• Harp Irish Lager
• Smithwicks Irish Amber Ale
• Kilkenny Irish Cream Ale

For the ladies, try Animee Rosé Beer, an internationally known brew that has become very popular in Ireland and is available through Molson Coors.  The sweet and light taste will be splendidly refreshing this March month.

Music

Finding the right music for an event can be very tricky when trying to satisfy a variety of people.  Here are some east coast Canadian artists that you can integrate into your own personal play list to get the perfect Celtic sounds.

• Great Big Sea
• The Barra MacNeils
• Loreena McKennitt
• Natalie McMaster
• The Rankin Family
• Ashley Mac Isaac

Games

• Pot of Gold – Balloon Pop

Take a bunch of cold balloons and fill some with a chocolate coin, some with real coins, some with plastic shamrocks and keep a handful empty.  Each guest has the chance to pop a balloon to find their lucky prize inside.  The excitement comes from the mystery of what is in the balloon.

• Lucky Coin Grab

Fill a pot with chocolate coins and three Canadian loonies.  Each guest will have a chance to grab.  Either they will get a chocolate coin, or they will get a real dollar.  The three who pick the dollar will win St. Patrick’s Day merchandise.  They will get to choose between a hat, t-shirt, or shamrock beads.  Your prizes can vary depending on what you have available.

So whether your tradition is as simple as sporting some green gear for the day or drinking a pint of green beer, the tradition of the Irish is easy to carry on when you follow these simple party tips.

Best of luck!

-Samantha Crimi

CityEvents Intern

 

 

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