Since 1985, the gala has had over 22,000 attendees and has raised over $25 million. Thanks to Toronto Businessman, philanthropist and CFPDP founder, Vim Kochhar, The Great Valentine Gala has become an annual tradition in celebrating the accomplishments and achievements of physically challenged Canadians everywhere.

This year, with approximately 500 guests in attendance, balloons will be sold at a value of $60 in the exciting Tombola raffle. Guests can purchase a balloon at the raffle where they gain a chance to win a mystery prize.

All attendees are welcome to attend a beautiful reception before the main event where they can have a drink or two as well as mix and mingle with new and familiar faces. Following the reception, a fabulous dinner will be served promptly at 7:00 PM and afterwards a night of awards and great music presented by The Caverners, a Beatles tribute band, can be enjoyed.

After the awards are handed out and all the group photos are taken, a real party to end the night will begin where guests can enjoy great beverages, great food and best of all great company!

Miller Genuine Draft sponsored the event providing complimentary drinks to guests who arrived before 6:30 p.m., which was the perfect start to the night. The sun was shining bright and warm, making the snow-cone machine a massive hit. Guests were also treated to complimentary barbecue courtesy of Treeline Catering, which included sliders and skewers. A new addition to this Schmooze event was the classic party game of beer pong, set up to the right of the bar. The game was played by many guests, and even created a spectator gathering.

Guests created memories by taking pictures for our social media contest, the winner receiving a $25 Sweet Jesus ice cream gift card. To enter, contestants posted a picture using the hashtag, #MaisonAfterWorkSchmooze. The winner chosen by the most number of likes on the post. Thank you to everyone who participated and congratulations to our winner @paola_latronico!

On behalf of CityEvents, we would like to thank everyone who came to Schmooze with us and made this yet another successful event. Don’t forget to join us Friday, August 12 for more after-work fun on one of Toronto’s best rooftop patios!

For pictures from the Schmooze event: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cityeventstoronto/albums/72157669926043316

For pictures of past events by CityEvents: https://www.flickr.com/photos/cityeventstoronto/albums

For more information and to stay up to date with CityEvents, visit www.torontocityevents.ca and make sure to follow us on Twitter @CityEvents

Tickets: www.universe.com/lodge
$50 Members, $65 non members
Early Bird Pricing before October 18th: $55
Non Members Groups of 10: $500
Ticket Includes: Entry, Midnight Buffet, 5 drink tickets, DJ & Dancing
(Private seating available, inquire at info@torontocityevents.ca)
For all sponsorship opportunities other inquiries please contact CityEvents at 416-619-0596
For past year’s Halloween pictures, click here to visit photos.http://www.flickr.com/photos/cityeventstoronto/sets/72157622716549972/
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SCHMOOZE is back this summer at Maison Mercer. It is time to take advantage of the beautiful weather on one of Toronto’s best rooftop patios. This summer, SCHMOOZE begins Friday September 18h from 5-11 p.m.

Come early and enjoy our Happy Hour Cocktails. SCHMOOZE is once again hosted by CityEvents and Shanny in the City.

Presented by Alizée French Liquors, SCHMOOZE will be featuring premium drink specials to help your after-work thirst. There is no better feeling than going out with your colleagues on Friday and enjoying the sweet vibes of summer to live a unique evening of the most memorable.

This year as you SCHMOOZE with us, you’ll be in the most wanted patio of Toronto, next to most big offices of Toronto. It is the best place for networking or just chilling before starting your great weekend !

RENDEZ-VOUS this Friday for the most popular summer event in Toronto and let us host your 5-9.

Check out the photos from last summer’s Afterwork Schmooze!

When: September 18th of 2015 from 5 to 11pm

Where: Maison Mercer, 15 Mercer Street, Toronto M5V 3C6

Website: www.maisonmercer.com

Twitter: @Maison_Mercer

Link for the website : https://www.facebook.com/events/575103849295024/

 Toronto Halloween

Le Mystique Masquerade Ball by
SunSpin Entertainment, Omega Group
One of Toronto’s most sophisticated, distinct and exclusive Halloween Soiree.

Set in the Grand Ballroom of the historical and Toronto landmark the Windsor Arms. Where identities are hidden behind masks, personalities are obscured, and where you will immersed in a mystical and mysterious environment of dancers, live musicians and elaborate lighting and ornate decor.

When: Friday, 31 October 2014 at 9:00 PM
Where: Windsor Arms Hotel, Toronto, ON
Buy Your tickets HERE

Eyes Wide Shut Halloween Party
Indulge in Halloween Mystique. Masquerade ball.

Thoroughbred Food & Drinks

Truly memorable events arise from spectacular settings. With its artful angles, soaring aesthetics and iconic design, the public spaces at Brookfield Place have emerged as the venue of choice for today’s most dynamic special events.   The Concourse is perfect for promotional displays and an outdoor venue available throughout the year.

It stands as a prized example of Toronto’s cultural development and community spirit.

The historic Bank of Montreal building is famous for Toronto’s oldest intact streetscape, and Hockey Hall of Fame made hockey fans enthusiastic.   Sam Pollock Square is also popular meeting spot bustles around the clock.

It is easy to access not only by public transportation, but also by car.  There are underground parking open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.  Its capacity is 1,450 spaces on four levels. It can be accessed from either Front Street or Wellington Street.

If you want to know more further information and rent, check out their website!

Hours of operation

Weekdays, 9:00 am to 5:00 pm.

Address

181 Bay Street Toronto, Ontario M5J 2T3

Contact

Brookfield Management Office: 416.777.6480

On November 13th  2014, the 3rd Annual Charity Soiree “Bright Nights Bright Dreams” will take place – so save the date! The event is supposed to bring dreams to life for children with life-threatening illnesses or physical disabilities. Before this year is out, Sunshine will have fulfilled dreams for over 7,000 children! It is the second annual nationally branded event here in Toronto.

Join us for a theatrical evening in support of The Sunshine Foundation of Canada. There will be great special features like a unique tasting experience, a candy buffet and hors d’oeuvres and refreshments! For sure not only the kids will love that. There will also be some special guests – who is kept in secret so far. Last but not least dream silent auction items are available.

When: Thursday, November 13, 2014 – from 6pm to 9pm

Where: The Peter Gilgan Centre for Research and Learning SickKids, Toronto

Get tickets here!

In support of Sunshine. Dreams for kids since 1987

Last year in September the venue opened its doors to the public. The venue offers a great variety of events like electronic music or dancing, cabaret, live bands or art nights. What’s special is that you will find many local artists among them. The owners strive to make it a hub for arts and culture in Toronto.

The Round Venue can be booked for private events like corporate events or birthdays. Either you can book the whole venue or ask for a separated area you receive for your guests. Since the venue can host up to 200 people it is great for bigger events.

The Round Venue offer a great menu serving appetizers and main dishes made out of fresh and local ingredients. For the near future, the owners plan to have a general menu because so far it is just offered when an event takes place.

If you love a great choice of drinks you will be statisfed with the Round Venue’s offerings. They offer a great variety of alcoholic and non alcoholic drinks! They have plenty of domestic and imported beers, the variety goes on to vines, scotches and cognac.

On September 19th the Round venue’s first birthday with an amazing dance party is going to take place. So take the chance to check out the venue. Visit CityEvents Facebook fanpage because we are giving away two tickets for the night.

Visit their homepage http://roundvenue.com or directly come to the venue on 152A Augusta Ave.? Kensington Market, Toronto.

The versatile space is equipped to host groups ranging in size from 100 to over 3000 guests and can offer an intimate setting or a grand scale experience.  Whether your event calls for a gala dining experience or you prefer to host a private dinner catered out, their executive chef and culinary team will create menus to suit every need.

 Facilities:

The MUZIK Garden:

The MUZIK Garden expands over three acres of outdoor licensed patio space.

The resort like setting features luxurious cabanas and comfortable day beds elegantly enhanced by the exotic pool.

Club:

MUZIK provides great services guests with first-class treatment from the moment they arrive. For example, guests can enjoy private premium bottle service as well as gourmet cuisine from the Muzik Dinner Club.

Beyond Saturdays, MUZIK is also able to morph shape and size into an event venue perfect for any occasion. MUZIK’s atmosphere has also made it a destination for hosting concerts, product launches and photoshoots.

A 1907 glass dome dance floor, personal security, nine fully equipped bars, a full kitchen facility with convectional ovens and walk-in freezers and fridges,  exclusive VIP entrance and exit, VIP washrooms and limo and hotel services that are available upon request.

 http://www.muzikclubs.com/corporate.php

From amazing food provided by Thuet, fantastic cocktails from sponsors Ketel One, Grand Marnier, Johnnie Walker, Tanqueray, Don Julio, and Perrier and a superb cake from KTL & Sybil, The Power Plant had something for everyone.  Our favourity was the ribs and poutine but was messy to eat when all dolled up.

The Power Plant is a vital forum for the advanced artistic culture of our time that offers an exceptional facility and professional support to diverse living artists while engaging equally diverse audiences in their work. The Power Plant pursues its activities though exhibitions, publications and public programming.

To get more information, go visit the website