Canadian Disability Hall of Fame 2012

As in past years, CityEvents is proud to have assisted in the planning of the 19^th annual Canadian Disability Hall of Fame. The Hall of Fame is well known for providing permanent recognition of outstanding Canadians who have made extraordinary contributions to enriching the quality of life for people with physical disabilities. Founded by the Canadian Foundation for Physically Disabled Persons (CFPDP), this public exhibit was officially opened February 11, 1994 at Metro Hall, 55 John St., in downtown Toronto. Two years later a rededication ceremony was held on November 20, 1996 when the exhibit moved to a more visible location, and is now open to the public 24 hours a day, seven days a week.

For more information on this event visit: http://www.cfpdp.com/cdhf/default.html

 

 

The King of Design Weekends: The King East Design District Exhibition

The first annual King East Design District Exhibition was a masterpiece event! Thanks to all our supporters and participants. Hundreds of passports were sold, and over $2500 was raised for Habitat for Humanity Toronto. KEDD set out to inspire decorators and designers, and do-it-your-selfers, and bring communities together by mutually supporting a great cause. With everyone’s help we were able to reach and surpass these goals.

The weekend of creativity was full of laughter, good eats, and great works of interior art.  KEDD visitors had the chance to venture on “Designer Strolls”, take part in design consultations, view the finest Italian furniture and even get a history lesson by seeing Moroso’s “Behind, After or Beyond” travelling exhibit.  KEDDers also had the opportunity to join the Andrew Richards Design Team to learn how to give their backyards a make-over. And if all that didn’t get your design muses singing then learning how to toss a pizza at Mangi & Bevi, eating delicious treats with Mari Loewen from ANNA Magazine and chatting with celebrity designer Ramsin Khachi at Cambria sure did the trick.

KEDD guests showed much enthusiasm and appreciation for the King East Design District. Several visitors had their KEDD passports in hand and design questions in mind. Many were eager to find out how they could transform their small spaces while others simply wanted a change from traditional spaces to modern designs. Nonetheless, all had one thing in common; they needed inspiration.

The exhibition allowed for individuals to take the opportunity to drop by and enjoy the city’s design district. The event called for those who wanted to take time out of their busy lives and really seize an afternoon for a simple glass of wine, a few nibbles and a scenic endeavour.  Journalist, Rob Campbell even wrote an article about the exhibit in Digital Journal titled, King St East now recognized as Design District of Toronto. Along with Campbell there were many other  industry professionals present who felt the exhibition invigorated the design community making the event worthwhile and something to be repeated for years to come.

So whether you live in a lavish downtown condo, or you’re still dwelling in your mother’s basement, we hope the weekend enlightened those who needed refreshing ideas and gave a little nudge to those hesitating with a design dare. Toronto has a lot to offer and the King East Design District is definitely a must-see destination to fill up on your creative juices.

We hope everyone enjoyed their journey through the district and picked up innovative ideas along the way. We’ll be back next year with more design good times!

Stay tuned for upcoming events by checking us out on…

http://www.kingeastdesigndistrict.com/

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http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3ZygVO_EzCE&feature=plcp

Author:  Habiba Ahmad

Weekend of Creativity

 Toronto is officially embracing autumn and is soon to be finding itself covered in        a blanket of colourful leaves and the season’s brisk breezes.  However, it’s not just Mother Nature bringing in the scenic surroundings; the end of September will also mark the celebration of the city’s arts and culture. Starting with Culture Days; this third annual Canada-wide event will be paying tribute to the creative innovation of all mediums of art from dance and music to visual arts and theatre. Launched in 2010 by a National Steering Committee and volunteer Provincial Task Forces; it is a collaborative national volunteer movement, committed to shedding light onto local artists and cultural organizations while providing them with opportunities to be widely recognized. The event takes place Friday Sept 28^th all the way to Sunday Sept 30^th and includes various activities for all ages.

In Toronto, Sun Life Cinema will be screening a collection of three short films from leading Asian filmmakers while Ontario College of Art and Design will be hosting ‘Night Kitchen’; an all-night event featuring performances and projects showcasing the hierarchal structure and identities of art and educational institutions.

 

And while Culture Days is set to ignite the artful weekend, Nuit Blanche will be lighting up the night through its arts and festivities. This is the seventh year of the Parisian inspired, mass accessible contemporary art event. Also known as the ‘Sleepless Night’, this twelve hour extravaganza will feature over 140 art projects and exhibits displayed across the city on the night of Sept 29^th to the morning of Sept 30^th. Nuit Blanche’s main focus is to engage and inspire the public on the impact of art on society and vice versa. The high-event exhibit will bring awareness to the boundless world of art and how it can be utilized to transform the most unlikeliest spaces to wonderful places. The streets are not the only domain for Nuit Blanche, several museums, art institutions and galleries will have their doors open and presenting the public with their artistic experience.

 

 

 

 

 

September 29^th also invites the public to Art of Fashion; a leading Canadian organization dedicated to shining the
spotlight onto emerging fashion and accessories designers. This years’ AOF design competition will showcase works by designers representing the 2012 theme of ‘Raw’. Participants will have a chance to view all the designs featured and see who comes out winning as a panel of industry judges casts their vote for The Most Promising Designer 2012 and Best Exhibit.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Last but not least, the King East Design District will also be taking place on this art concentrated weekend. Event goers will have the opportunity to visit participating retailers and experience their design and interactive experiences. Along with the purchasing of a passport, participants will not only have a chance to win amazing prizes from participating retailers but will be helping Habitat for Humanity Toronto. So whether you’re into cultural events, contemporary art, fashion or modern design, the season will definitely reacquaint you with your artistic side and remind you that Fall brings the weekend of creativity.

 

 

Author: Habiba Ahmad

EQ3 has got their new showroom up and running in Liberty village.

 Fans of EQ3, living in Liberty Village, will be delighted to learn that their favorite modern home furniture brand has opened a new branch there. Also a new there is a new instore Marimekko boutique. The Finnish design house, Marimekko, has collaborated with EQ3 to better the quality of the fashion choice of the natives and also offer them an opportunity to taste the Finnish fashion.

This newly collaborated store has settled in a two storey building from the 1910 and they call it their ‘Liberty Village Flagship.’ This old fashioned building has turned out to be the perfect place since it fulfills all the requirements of the company both geographically and structurally. The company officially lifted the curtain of this new showroom on September 1^st.

A compatible amount of modern fashion has taken over the collection of the company, enriching the domain of collection as a whole. First it had inaugurated with its basics collection. The Finnish textile and clothing Design Company has also joined the party and thus made the combined collection ever so grand that the customers coming here cannot but marvel at the awesomeness of this epic gathering.

Other than the adorable EQ3+ line collection, they also provide products from a number of popular brands such as Alessi, Herman Miller and Mitra. Also the Liberty Villagers will be able to enjoy a shop-in-shop facility with Merimekko as the new showroom is offering all the house decorating commodities including beddings, shower curtains, tableware, kitchen linens and pillows etc. all these factors have begun influencing the lifestyle and fashion choices of the natives greatly.

 

For more information visit: www.eq3.com

Other interesting stories about this new store: http://www.blogto.com/announcements/2012/09/new_eq3_location_lands_in_liberty_village/

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

 

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