This two-level multi-space venue just south of Richmond St. on Victoria St (75 Victoria St.). opened in the spring of 2016 with the idea to bring small town mentality of Creemore, Ontario into the heart of Toronto’s downtown.  Don’t forget to grab a case of their crafts and some local swag on the way out.

With seven big screens sprinkled throughout the spaces, A/V accommodations are available as well as free wifi in addition to sommelier services and customizable menus (with vegetarian options!).

Batch Main Level Bar, photo courtesy of Batch.

Full venue buyout of the will get you 177 seated or 250 reception style.

Or opt for just the main floor and get up to 122 seated/180 reception style.

Downstairs has a ping pong table and arcade games with a separate bar and a window into the busy kitchen, this more secluded area will seat 50 or stand 70.

Lower level where everyone gets to sit at the Chef’s table. Photo courtesy of Batch

Visit their website: http://batchtoronto.com/#home

Contact Andrew.scott@batchtoronto.com, 416-254-6881 for all booking inquiries

Or fill out the inquiry form here: http://events.batchtoronto.com/#contact

Written by: Paula McDines

Interior Event Space at Baro location (Photo courtesy of BARO)

Baro is not only a place for having dinner with your family, it is also a great venue for your next event with three floors to choose from.

The main floor can accommodate intimate group gatherings of up to 25, the second floor which features the lounge (and a secret speakeasy called Escobar) can hold up to 70 guests, perfect for personal or working functions.

In the Loft, the largest of the spaces at 1,850 square feet, on the very top floor away from the hustle and bustle of busy King St. are where the larger events are held. This open and airy space with brick and exposed beams and a fully functioning wet bar a can hold up to 210 guests and be decorated in any which way desired.  There are also plans to open a rooftop patio come spring time.

The menu at Baro is filled with tasty mains and appetisers no one can, or should, resist.  Baro offers an in-house catering service by chef Steve Gonzalez. Or you are welcome to choose from one of the many catering services Baro recommends, such as Encore Catering, The Food Dudes Inc. or, our favourite, Citizen Catering.

Almost every kind of event can be celebrated here, from art galas and film and photo shoots to private dinners, weddings and birthday parties.

Don’t miss the opportunity to book your event now at Baro.

For all event inquiries for The Loft email Megan,  Events Coordinator, at MEGAN@BAROTORONTO.COM

For all other inquiries INFO@BAROTORONTO.COM

485 KING ST WEST | TORONTO, ON | M5V 1K4 |  416 363 8388 |

http://barotoronto.com/

Solarium is the most spectacular event facility on the waterfront. It offers a unsurpassed panoramic view of Downtown Toronto and the harbour. It guarantees that have an unobstructed view of the city.  The inside is a stylish design with an all-grass room which has retractable ceiling, double-sided fire places and two patios.It is an open space you can dress up in a variety of ways.

At Polson Pier there are a variety of preferred and recommended suppliers for your catering, furniture and av rental. Plus the Solarium has an experienced special events team and they will help you plan perfect events.

Venue capacity:

- 800 Reception

- 300 Banquet

- 300 Theatre

- 200 Classroom

Space & Features:

- Ability to divide rooms with glass partitions

- 2 patios

- Coat check area

- 2 indoor/outdoor fireplaces

- 2 bars

- Full kitchen

Contact:

11 Polson St

Toronto,ON

M5A1A4

Phone number: 416 649 7437

website: http://inkvenues.com/portfolio-item/solarium/

Are all of you film-lovers ready ? This season’s outdoor movies in Toronto has started!

Well, when I say “about to start”, I mean not right now ! Although last year’s films were announced pretty early on, this year’s organizers seem to want to wait a little more and keep us in the dark. After a tiring search on the Internet (on the plus side, with a hot chocolate because of the weather), I could only find two organizations that are willing to share their schedule for the months to come.

We have that going for us, which is nice!

Christie Pits Film Festival starts on the 5th of July at sundown for his opening night with a title quite promising : “A Toronto Symphony of Horror”.

Three films will be shown to a terrified public (or not, we’ll see). First up is Nosferatu, directed by F. W. Murnau. What’s special about this projection, it will be featured by a live-score performance and original composition by Del Bel. What a treat!

The other two films of the night will be : Wakening, directed by Danis Goulet and Silent Garden, directed by Dylan Reibling. I can tell you this night is going to be legendary!

Stay tuned!

Hi Everyone! I am back with more dates for this summer’s outdoor movie frenzie! This time, it is Open Roof Festival’s turn to announce all the films that will be scheduled for their 6th season. And I can tell you that the selection is quite interesting!

Let’s begin with the first film that will be shown on opening night, which will be the incredible Kurt Cobain : Montage of Heck on June 17. This chef-d’oeuvre will set the mood for the upcoming movies of this summer! But before each film, a band will come up on stage and perform their original songs just for you! Isn’t that wonderful news?

June 17th with artist Montage of Heck

http://www.openrooffestival.com/movies/kurt-cobain-montage-of-heck/

Followed by :

The Overnight on June 24th with artist Del Bel

http://www.openrooffestival.com/movies/the-overnight/

Ex Machina on July 1st with artist Sam Drysdale

http://www.openrooffestival.com/movies/ex-machina/

It Follows on July 8th with artist Jessica Mitchell

http://www.openrooffestival.com/movies/it-follows/

The Sandwich Nazi on July 15th with artist Abdominal and the Obliques

http://www.openrooffestival.com/movies/the-sandwich-nazi/

Pretend we’re Kissing on July 22nd with artist Hooded Fang

http://www.openrooffestival.com/movies/pretend-were-kissing/

Guidance on July 29th with artist Rob Moir and the great lates

http://www.openrooffestival.com/movies/guidance/

While we’re Young on August 5th with artist The Heavyweights Brass Band

http://www.openrooffestival.com/movies/while-were-young/

Unexpected on August 12th with artist Os Tropies

http://www.openrooffestival.com/movies/unexpected/

Diamond Tongues on August 19th with artist Leah Fay

http://www.openrooffestival.com/movies/diamond-tongues/

And that’s the end of it! Don’t forget to tune in to know which other movies will make your heart jump out of your chest (of love or fright depends on the film!). Thank you for keeping up with us!

TIFF

Let me tell you, you won’t be disappointed! This year, TIFF and Park People have combined forces to bring you “TIFF in your Park”. This is an incredible concept that we can’t wait to experience for ourselves!

All genre are present and it is sure to please everybody, from your children to your grandmother.  Check out the list below to see which movie you will be enjoying in the park at night, with such a wonderful weather!

http://tiff.net/summer2015-series/tiff-in-your-park-map

Fly Away Home on July 11th at 9:15pm at Lotherton Pathway

Kumbha on July 18th at 9:15pm at Scarborough Village Park

Hugo on July 23rd at 9:15pm at Union Station

Breakup Buddies on July 24th at 9:15pm at Chester Le Park

Son of The Sea on July 30th at 9:00pm at Earl Bales Park

The Good Lie on July 31st at 9:00pm at Moss Park Apartments Green Space

Beyond The Light on August 7th at 9:00pm at Maidavale Park

Hotel Transylvania on August 14th at 9:00pm at Flemingdon Park

Ghostbusters on August 21st at 8:30pm at Shoreham Walkway

Manufactured Landscapes on August 24th at 8:30pm at Celebration Square

Hugo on August 28th at 8:30pm at Panorama Community Garden

Pleasantville on September 1st at 8:30pm at Garden Square

Satellite Boy on September 4th at 8:30pm at Prairie Drive Park

The Sapphires on September 25th at 8:30pm at Fort York

That concludes our incredible selection of films for TIFF in your Park! I told you you were going to like it! We are spoiled and we like it!

Don’t forget to check out our blog and social media for more information.

     IQ Office

IQ Office Suites offers a customized shared office rental solution which also contains a number of meeting rooms. It is located in the Dineen building at Yonge and Temperance in downtown Toronto. The architecture was built in 1897 and has seen many changes in Toronto over the last 118 years. This office building also has a historic atmosphere which makes it unique .

The office and meeting spaces are designed to inspire you and to deliver the best flexibility and performance for your business or event. The space provides private offices as well as dedicated desks, as well as a variety or open spaces.

In addition, IQ Office offers unique event spaces. The event space can accommodate up to 100 people for social, business or other events. It contains four 60” media screens and has full audio surround sound.

The staff can assist you with anything from supplying rentals, to set up and tear down. They offer  a high level of personalized level of service to let you love where you work or host clients.

The IQ Office features top quality design, furnishings and technology. If you would like to learn more about this shared office space / event space contact IQ Suites for a tour.

IQ Office Suites
140 Yonge Street,Toronto, ON M5C 1X6
TEL: 1.416.238.1111
E-mail: info@iqoffice.ca

More information

http://iqoffice.ca/

It provides pub foods, including cheese burgers and drinks, featuring summery cocktails such as mojitos and sangria. As another feature of this lounge which stands out is it offers you 7 different flavours of hookah tobacco as well for the Hookah.

This venue is a great destination to chill out and have drinks, especially in summer.  This space is great for product launches, celebrations and other private and corporate events.  The patio is a great spot and the venue could be quite versatile.

Address: 647 King St West (King and Bathurst)

Website: http://efstoronto.com/

St. Patrick’s Day is known as an event that is associated with the colour green, shamrocks, luck and anything Irish. This year St. Patrick’s Day is on Monday March 17th 2014. What are you doing this St. Patrick’s Day? Need some ideas? Listed below are exciting activities that are fun and enjoyable.  Some are before St. Patricks day over the weekend so you don’t have to worry about starting the week off after a big night of celebrating on Monday night.

Family Fun

St. Patrick’s Day Parade-Sunday March 16th 2014

The annual St Patrick’s Day Parade starts at 12PM on Sunday March 16th 2014 at St. George and Bloor. The Parade will continue along Bloor Street down Yonge Street and finishes on Queen Street at Nathan Philips Square. The parade features entertaining floats, bands, dancers and marching groups from Toronto’s Irish and multicultural community. This year’s Grand Marshal is Irish boxer Katie Taylor who is the reigning Olympic, World, European and Irish Champion.  For more information, go to
http://www.topatrick.com/

Achilles St. Patrick’s Day 5K Run/Walk- March 16th, 2014
The 15th anniversary Archilles St. Patrick’s Day 5K Run/Walk through the heart of Downtown Toronto is on Sunday March 16th, 2014. The race starts at 10:15 AM at 255 Bremner Blvd,Toronto outside of Steam Whistle Brewery @ the Roundhouse.
Visit Achilles St. Patrick’s Day 5K Run/Walk online registration system on the Events Online Website to register for the event. Online registration closes on Monday March 10th, 2014 at 11:59 PM or until the event reaches the capacity of 1500 participants. For more information, go to
http://achillesstpatricksday5k.ca/

19+ Events

The Lucky Ball- Thursday March 13th, 2014

The 2nd Annual Lucky Ball is on Thursday March 13th, 2014 at Revival Bar (783 College St.). The event supports the Fort York Food Bank and is a fun way to celebrate. The Fort York Food Bank is a multi-service agency focused on reconnecting people with their community. For more information, go to
http://www.fyfb.com/newsletter/fyfb.2014.0207.html

St. Party’s Day-March 14th-15th 2014
The Carlsberg St. Party’s Day is on March 14th-15th 2014 at Andrew Richard Designs (571 Adelaide Street East). This two day festival unites people from all backgrounds as they celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. For more information, go to
http://stpartysday.com/

St.Patrick’s Day Club/Pub Crawl 2014- March 15th, 2014
Club/Pub crawls to three of Toronto’s night clubs on March 15th, 2014 for the St. Patrick’s Day Celebration. The night begins at Product Nightclub (364 Richmond St. West) from 9PM-10PM, then at 10PM, the buses will depart and continue to a mystery location before stopping at Fiction Nightclub. For more information, go to
http://www.ticketscene.ca/events/9922/

SPD St. Patty’s Day-Saturday March 15th 2014

Celebrate St Patrick’s Day at Amsterdam Brewhouse & Harbourfront on Saturday March 15th 2014. Enjoy performances by live bands and DJs at Amsterdam Brewhouse & Harbourfront. There will be a full food menu. Purchase tickets for guarantee entry to the event. Event starts at 11AM for those with early bird tickets. For more information, visit
http://xllswoc.electrostub.com/event.cfm?id=115094&cart

The Uptown Loft St. Paddy’s Bash- Saturday March 15th 2014
Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day at The Uptown St. Paddy’s Party on Saturday March 15, 2014 at 9PM. The night will start off with St. Paddy’s Ice Breaker games then the dancing will begin. Event costs $5 if you wear green, $10 if you show up not wearing green. For more information, visit
http://www.meetup.com/TorontoTNT/events/166910962/?a=ea1_grp&rv=ea1

For a list of more St. Paddy’s day events and other events in Toronto visit our Toronto Calendar at
www.torontocityevents.com

If you’re thinking ‘ I hate Valentine’s Day, it was created by card companies to get more money’, you’re in luck because we have a list of anti VDay activities for you too!

Couples 

This weekend (Feb 15-16) the Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO) will be screening the classic film Casablanca as the TSO will perform Max Steiner’s iconic score.

For couples wanting to sweeten things up, Le Dolci is offering a Valentine’s Day cupcake decorating class. Learn how to bake and decorate like a pro while working with fondant, and buttercream making hearts, roses, bows and Cupid’s arrows, in this hands-on decorating class.

Sweep your partner off their feet with the Valentine’s Big Band Dance.  An evening promising to deliver a night of romance, dinner and dancing. The band will be performing hits from the big band era, including hits by Bobby Darrin, Peggy Lee and Glen Miller.

For the animal lovers out there, The Toronto Zoo will be featuring a Valentine’s event with the opportunity for couples to look at how different animals raise their young.  The evening will start off with a romantic dinner, followed by meeting some animals, learning about their offspring, and culminating in a visit to the zoo’s reproductive labs.

Family 

For parents who want an evening of romance but can’t find a sitter, Pawsitively Pets has an exciting alterative that the kids will love. Close encounters with several animals and a special pizza dinner! A fun evening for everyone.

On Sunday if you’re feeling to lazy to cook from all the weekend excitement, Old Mill Toronto will be hosting Sunday brunch and dinner buffet with a little Valentine’s twist on it. Both meals will feature a selection of favourites and specialty dishes. And did you know the Old Mill is celebrating 100 Years?

Take a walk on the sweeter side of Kensington Market at Tasty Tours.  Chocolates, cupcakes, pastries, you name it the tour will bring you there.  The tour will take place on Friday, February 14.

Singles 

Single and ready to mingle? Well you’re in luck because Valentine’s Day seems to be a bumping time for singles events.
On Friday House of Moments will hold the Sugar and Spice Valentines Party. This event features a dinner, dance with open bar option included.  Attendees will groove to live music and DJ Ricky Lee amusing music.

Those in their 20s to 30s can search for love at Simply Sophisticated Speed Dating with a complementary glass of wine and gourmet appetizers.

Singles looking for their Sherlock or Nancy Drew make your way to the Royal Ontario Museum. The ROM is holding a singles-only murder mystery. A curator has been murdered and a trail of clues left behind. After the code has been cracked have the opportunity to explore the ROM famous collections. A night of mystery, learning and maybe even love.

The Beaver (ladies only) on Queen West, with a DJ’s spinning all female artists (LGBTQ)

An all male singles evening will be held at The Marquis of Granby. Meet 10 – 12 single bachelors while enjoying complementary drinks and appetizers. (LGBTQ)

The BOND Affair Pop Up Dinner Series promises to be a night of mystery and luxury. Four course gourmet meals, unknown set locations (golf clubs, museums art galleries ect.) and hors d’oeuvres with drinks in the Bond lounge.  Valentine’s Day has already sold out but will be hosting others, so keep your double o’ open for the next one!

Anti-Valentines Day

Finally those of you who can’t stand this day, why not be surrounded by others who feel the same.

Revival Restaurant will be holding its 2^nd annual Anti-Valentines Day Mixer. Enjoy fun and games as well as Dj Ideal who will be spinning everything from R&B to Funk.

Looking to let off some steam, Zirger Academy Martial Arts has a workshop for you.  Pad Drills Valentine’s Day workshop is a great workout and an even better way to forget the chocolates, flowers or even that ex. 

If you need a good laugh to get through the day, Second City has the show for you,  “We’ll Tickle The Funny Bone. The Rest is Up to You.”  So put down the ice cream bucket and save the tissue for tears of laughter.

The Rock ‘n’ Horse Saloon welcomes you with western style interior.  It has a capacity of a group of people up to 299.  In summer, you will enjoy the large rooftop patio, which allows you experience one of the best views of Toronto’s skyline.

The Rock ‘n’ Horse Saloon features the southwestern style menu such as chili, corn dogs and barbecued entrees and more. It offers you not only restaurant and bar experience but also entertainment such as live music, line dancing and a mechanical bull, making your country style night more exciting.

The Rock ‘n’ Horse Saloon coincides with MRG Ventures’ continuing journey into the music scene in Canada. Blog TO has already voted one of the city’s Best Live Music Venues. Most recently, MRG Ventures opened Hideaway Records & Bar in London and the Rock ‘n’ Horse Saloon will be the latest addition to the group of cutting edge music venues and bars.

The Rock ‘n’ Horse Saloon will take you to country and let you experience home-style food, great music and welcoming hospitality in a comfortable and warm atmosphere.  The space is great for a themed event with a saloon feel.

For more information:

Website: www.rocknhorsesaloon.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/rocknhorseto

Twitter: @RockNHorseTO

Instagram: @RockNHorseTOb

Hosted by Toronto Special Event Network and CityEvents, this 4th event of the year will focus on inspiration and the unstoppable drive every successful event professional possess.

Where: STORYS BUILDING, 11 Duncan St, Toronto, Ontario M5H 3G6, Canada

When: Monday, Sept 23, 2013, 6:00 pm – 9:00 pm

Costs:

$15 per person (Pay Online: www.eventbrite.com  $20 per person at the door. (Please RSVP here first: Toronto Special Events Network Website)

For more information:

Facebook : https://www.facebook.com/TorontoSpecialEventsNetwork

Twitter : @TSENevents