The Green Living Show
March 19, 2012 by CityEvents
Filed under Toronto, Uncategorized
The Green Living Show is dedicated to showing the newest advances in green living and technology. The show has over 450 exhibitors and plenty of space to explore its many exhibitions with 80 000 square feet at the Direct Energy Centre.
Help divert landfill waste and gain free admission to The Green Living Show by recycling electronic waste at the event. Among the many features of this event there is a green job forum on the opportunities emerging in a green economy, environmentally friendly fashion exhibition highlighting green clothing and accessories, and an electric vehicle show that showcases the most recent innovations electric vehicles.
When: Friday, April 13, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Saturday, April 14, 10 a.m. – 9 p.m.
Sunday, April 15, 10 a.m. – 6 p.m.
Where: Direct Energy Centre
Exhibition Place, 100 Princes’ Boulevard
Celebrate the Luck of the Irish in Toronto
March 12, 2012 by deblewis
Filed under Past Events, Toronto
Do you often feel your heart skip a beat when you see a four-leaf clover? Do you get excited when you see the makings of green beer or leprechauns? You my friend have the luck of the Irish, and CityEvents has everything you want to know about celebrating St. Patrick’s Day in Toronto, for little to no cost! St. Patrick’s Day is a favourite holiday of CityEvents, CEO, Deb Lewis and is often a day off at the company. We are extremely lucky to be living in an explosively fun city like Toronto, where there is so much to do and see every day. That is why, on an occasion like St. Patrick’s Day, there are plenty more fun things to do right in the core of downtown Toronto. Make St. Patty’s Day 2012 memorable, go out, have fun, be green, and meet new Torontonians!
There is no better way than to get into the St. Patty’s Day mood, than by going to the St. Patrick’s Day parade! Sunday March 11th, the parade will start at noon on Bloor and St. George. Irish dancers will pipe, drum, dance and skip their way east to Yonge, then head south to Queen, and turn back west, ending the parade just past Nathan Phillips Square. This is the perfect chance to go outdoors, drink, have fun and meet new Torontonians who share your love for St. Patty’s Day.
If you’re feeling the need to give, donate or volunteer this St. Patrick’s Day, then we have something for you too! For all you philanthropists out there, on March 18th at 10:15 a.m., come and be apart of this year’s 2012 St. Patrick’s Day Run and 5k Walk. Registration costs $50.00, and includes a free t-shirt, and a hot bowl of Irish chili and pint of Steam Whistle beer after the run. After the run, participants are invited to relax while listening to live music and entertainment. It will start and finish at 255 Bremner Boulevard, outside of Steam Whistle Brewing, The Roundhouse. All proceeds from the event and donations will go to Achilles Canada; a foundation helping Canadians with disabilities participate in running.
Another volunteer opportunity for this St. Patrick’s Day is The Shamrock at the Amsterdam Brewery, a benefit for the Parkdale Food Bank. On Saturday, March 17th, from 5pm to 2am, people will be bringing donations or non-perishable food items, while enjoying classic Irish dishes, live Celtic music and green beer.
If like most people you want to spend the night in a pub, but not sure which one, we’ve got one with enough green beer to last you until March 2013! The best time you will have at a pub on St. Patty’s Day will be held on March 17th, at the Irish Embassy. The evening will include live music, accompanied by Irish dancers throughout the night, and limited time offer food specials to complement your green beer.
If you’re not a pub or bar person, but want a fun St. Patty’s Day with friends, green beer, and live music, then don’t look any further; St. PARTY’s Day is here to save the day. It is an all day event on March 17th, on 92 Front St., in the St. Lawrence market in the north building. Starting at 11a.m., this all day event will showcase a number of live bands, pots of gold, and all the green beer your Irish heart desires.
Last, but certainly not least, if all else fails, or you don’t like crowds, bring Ireland to you. Stay at home; make yourself a big pot of Irish potato soup, make your own green beer, and work on your Irish accent.
If you do plan to venture out for St. Patty’s Day, to find the pot of gold, make sure you have a safe ride home.
Planning a Party for St. Patrick
March 7, 2012 by deblewis
Filed under Event Venues, Ontario, Past Events, Toronto, Uncategorized
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
A Grown Up March Break
March 7, 2012 by CityEvents
Filed under Event Venues, Past Events, Toronto
Remember how much fun you used to have on March break; recreate that feeling with exciting events around the city.
Comicon returns this March 10th and 11th at the Metro Convention Centre. Comicon is a chance to indulge in all things science fiction, anime, and horror. /www.comicontoronto.com
Enjoy the sumptuous offerings of Toronto’s Wine and Cheese show from March 16-18 at the International Centre, 6900 Airport Road Mississauga. www.towineandcheese.com
Fashion is a lot of things including exciting so partake in the excitement with some of this cities great creative talents at Toronto Fashion Week from March 12-16 at David Pecaut Square. www.worldmastercardfashionweek.com
For the cinephile there is the Toronto Irish Film Festival at the Bell Lightbox on March 9th and 10th. Watch great films like the Dreaming of the Quiet Man and Sensation among others. www.tirff.com
Or participate in the many St. Patrick’s Day events happening around the city from St. Party’s Day at the St. Lawrence Market to volunteering for St. Patrick’s Day Run and 5k Walk.
Still have fun this March break, with these exciting events around the city.
International Women’s Day a Celebration of Women
March 7, 2012 by CityEvents
Filed under Ask Deb, Event Venues, Non-Profit Events, Past Events, Toronto
International Women’s Day is a day to recognize women and their achievements. Celebrated for over 100 years International Women’s Day is an opportunity to access how far we’ve come and where we are going.
Women have achieved many things since the introduction of International Women’s Day including the right to vote. Over the years this day has grown to become a global celebration of women; it is an official holiday in several countries like Afghanistan, Armenia, Azerbaijan, Belarus, Burkina Faso, Cambodia, Cuba, Georgia, Guinea-Bissau, Eritrea, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, Laos, Moldova, Mongolia, Montenegro, Russia, Tajikistan, Turkmenistan, Uganda, Ukraine, Uzbekistan, Vietnam and Zambia.
Celebrate women this International Women’s Day with events around the city; participate in the many offerings Toronto has to recognize and celebrate women.
Fundraise for the Seventh Stage Theatre with 7 Fierce Femmes at the Extension Room, 30 Eastern Ave on March 7. This event includes performances by the City Dance Corps and Erica Peck of We Will Rock You. www.seventhstageproductions.com
On March 8 come out to Celebrate International Women’s Day with Women’s College Hospital and hear from Farrah Khan, counselor at the Barbra Schlifer Commemorative Clinic about women as outsiders at Women’s College Hospital. www.womenscollegehospital.ca
On March 8, Mildred’s Temple Kitchen is hosting Kitchen Sister: An Exquisite Dinning Experience to Benefit Sistering where some of this city’s finest female chefs create delicious dishes to raise money for Sistering’s new kitchen. Mildred’s Temple Kitchen, 85 Hanna Avenue,Toronto. For more information, please visit www.sistering.org
Sisterhood Revisted: Local Transcontinental and Global Feminist Struggles is a keynote address from Dr. Jacinta Muteshia about the contradictions of democracy and feminist politics within institutions of governance. The event takes place at Founders Senior Common Room (Founders 305) at York University., Toronto on March 8, 2012. cfr.info.yorku.ca
NYCH celebrates IWD, NYCH celebrates with fun activities including: Henna, Tahitian dancing, manicure, games and yoga. The Event takes place at Lawrence Square Mall 2nd Floor, suite 226 on March 8, 2012. www.nych.ca
Watch “No Woman No Cry” a free film screening of Christy Turlington’s award winning documentary about maternal health at College and Shaw Public Library on March 15, 2012. www.facebook.com/events/239721572787602/
