Geek Chic

It was the nerdiest party of the year.

The W-League at Andrew Richard Designs celebrated their official launch party – GEEK CHIC.
The idea was celebrated the countless achievements of the Weizmann Institute of Science.

The W League is a committee of young professionals focused on raising awareness about The Weizmann Institute of Science. Its name pays homage to the original Weizmann League, formed in the 1960s, whose original members still thrive as supporters.

The W League has 3 clear goals. Inform. Involve. Ignite.

1. Inform. Spread the word about the incredible work Weizmann is doing, their achievements and how they are helping to solve our planet’s biggest challenges.

2. Involve. Create innovative opportunities, programs, events and fundraisers that not only spread the word but also “involve” current and potential members in the pursu
it of Science for the Benefit of Humanity.

3. Ignite. Fuel the natural excitement that occurs in all of us when we learn about what is possible through science and how Weizmann’s cutting edge scientific discoveries are helping to ensure a better future.

Through a carefully curated series of social and networking events and programs, the W-League is committed to achieving these goals.

W-League Committee Members: Alexandra Woolf, Benjamin Goldstein, Dani Seligman, David Goldstein, Joanna Miller, Judith Benattar, Omri Stern, Jennifer Ralston, Sherri Klein, Lara Brady, Adam Zendel, Bryan Madorsky

W-League Co-Chairs: Corbin Seligman, Neal Dlin, Dustin Koffler

About the Weizmann Institute

The Weizmann Institute of Science in Rehovot, Israel, is one of the world’s top-ranking multidisciplinary institutions. Noted for its wide-ranging exploration of the natural and exact sciences, the Institute is home to 2,600 scientists, students, technicians and support staff working on over 1,200 research projects.

Research efforts include the search for new ways of fighting disease and hunger, examining leading questions in mathematics and computer science, probing the physics of matter and the universe, creating novel materials and developing new strategies for protecting the environment.

Sons of Architecture: Tomas Koolhaas at the DX

Sons of Architecture: Tomas Koolhaas at the DX
Friday, September 21 6:30 – 8:00 pm
Design Exchange
234 Bay Street
dx.org

As an extension of DX fall exhibition, Considering the Quake: Seismic Design on the Edge, filmmaker Tomas Koolhaas (son of the legendary Rem Koolhaas) speaks about his most recent film titled “REM”.

This feature length documentary focuses on his father and the OMA project the CCTV Headquarters in Beijing. The film uses an unconventional approach by focusing on the human experience and effect of the architecture rather than biographical information about the architect.

Register here http://guestli.st/114627

 

Enjoy a Memorable Evening at 417 Restaurant and Lounge.

 

 

Have had enough of your regular food menu?? Looking to try out something new? Then you are in luck. 417 restaurant and lounge is just the thing you are seeking. This new restaurant has earned much reputation in a very short span of time by hard labor and groovy food items.

Other than just coming and visiting here, you can also book the restaurant for various large and important events such as: anniversaries, dinner parties, birthday’s, cocktail parties, family and friendly gatherings, and neighborhood events etc. You need not worry even if the party, you are throwing, is gigantic. From a small party of only 10 people to a grand dinner party of more than 250, they have it all covered up. They also offer multimedia hosting and that paves the way towards arranging all sorts of business meetings, academic seminars and symposiums perfectly. Not many restaurants can accommodate VIP guests.

 

 

The food quality of this restaurant and lounge has made it possible to make a name in such a short time. And all credits
go to Tyson Lambert, the executive chef. His use of local, regional and seasonal ingredients has brought about a drastic change in the food menu of the restaurant. Seafood, exceptional meat and beef items, Filets, Poutines- say the name and he got you covered. Also the environment here is pretty mind-blowing and refreshing. The surroundings are so alluring that you will lose track of time very easily.

 

 

 

Website: http://417restaurantlounge.com

 

The King East Design District Exhibition September 29-30, 2012

 “The perfect destination for design inspiration”

Toronto, ON –July 10, 2012 – The Toronto King Street East neighbourhood is recognized in the global marketplace as a hotbed for innovation and design. Welcome to the King East Design District, where you will find the finest collection of design outlets in Toronto. Not only will it leave you with inspiration for design, but will allow you to help our charity partner Habitat for Humanity Toronto.

This weekend long event will combine various aspects of design found in the city of Toronto. The event takes place on King Street East and in the Distillery District. The exhibition will allow the opportunity to explore all things decadent from furniture, accessories, cars, food, wine and dining.

How will this exhibition work? Attendees will have the opportunity to obtain a passport by making a $10 donation to Habitat for Humanity Toronto which can lead to fabulous prizes. This passport will record your journey to the various showrooms that will feature unique interactive and educational experiences.

For more information on the event see below or visit: http://www.kingeastdesigndistrict.com or @KingEastDesign

Dates:

• Saturday September 29, 2012- 11a.m- 4p.m
• Sunday September 30, 2012- 11a.m- 4p.m

Location:

• King Street East Design District, Toronto, ON
• King St E from Church to E of Parliament St., Adelaide, Front St.
• The Distillery District

To Buy your Passport please visit: KingEastDesignDistrict Tickets

CityEvents’ top choices of Toronto-based Festivals

About two weeks ago, Travelocity published an article “Travelocity Presents Spring and Summer Festivals You Can’t Miss in North America”. They listed their top 10 festivals as chosen by the employees. All of the events are very unique, with rich cultural and heritage experiences. However, there are only 2 events hosted in Canada and none of them are in Toronto, which is such a shame because Toronto is an extremely multi cultural city. There are loads of exclusive festivals offering authentic experiences for both tourists and Torontonians.

 

Here are CityEvents’ top choices of Toronto-based Festivals that could have been in that list:

•  TIFF

Toronto International Film Festival is the most successful public film festival in the world. This annual September event was founded in 1976 at the fabulous Windsor Arms Hotel. In 2007, Time magazine indicated that the festival had “grown from its place as the most influential fall film festival to the most influential film festival, period”. More and more celebrities attended TIFF every year, for example, George Clooney is a big fan of TIFF and he frequently visit Toronto and be part of TIFF since 2009. It’s a great opportunity for fans to have a peek at celebrities and get some latest gossip! Pre-parties, after-parties, and well, just about any kind of celebration happens during that time in September.

•  NXNE – North by Northeast

Many music fans know that Toronto is having its very own “Seattle Moment”. Toronto now has its own music style and trends, just like when Seattle developed the world famous music and band – Nirvana. NXNE is an annual five-day live music, film and conference festival that is drawing larger and larger numbers into the city. It has become a Canadian festival destination for unsigned bands, indie favorites and major-label headlining artists alike.

•  Taste of…

Not like Chicago, Toronto doesn’t have a big Taste of Toronto festival. But Toronto has been recognized as one of the most multi cultural cities in the world. In Toronto, we have various communities holding their own “Taste of…” Festivals. Across the city, communities are providing boutique and authentic culinary and cultural adventures for tourists and locals alike. Taste of Danforth is one of the most famous “Taste of…” events in Toronto. The ‘Danforth’ is a well-known Greek community on the east side of Toronto. You can find amazingly authentic souvlaki and anything pretty much related to Greece and Greek culture. You might be confused this is Toronto or Greece when you walk along Danforth, because people speak in Greek and even the street name signs are in Greek! Taste of South Asia, Taste of Little Italy and Taste of St. Clair are among some of the other amazing culinary festival this city has to offer.

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