Boxcar Social : the new trendy Coffee & Wine Bar
June 4, 2014 by deblewis
Filed under Event Venues
Just steps away from the train bridge and old station is a two storey home that has been converted into Boxcar Social. A couple of friends got together as young entrepreneurs and decided to make a not so ordinary coffee shop. The staff pays serious attention to their coffee and as per the name, the guys working at Boxcar Social are all extremely friendly, enthusiastic and talkative.
The soon anticipated liquor license will allow for the wine, craft beers, bourbon and scotch to be pulled out and enjoyed at night.
The concept behind Boxcar Social is:
“Do what we love, do it with our friends, and do it really well. Offering a curated, rotating list of coffees from the best roasters in North America, a careful selection of some of the world’s top new-world wines, and interesting craft beers, scotches and bourbons – we strive to create the most unique tasting experience for our customers. And we enjoy every minute of it.”
To differentiate themselves they have a Coffee Club which allows you to receive either Coffee Beans, Espresso Beans or both Espresso and Coffee Beans shipped to your home twice a month for a monthly fee.
Pop in to taste the quality of the coffee, chat with friendly staff, even treat yourself to a chuckle at their witty messages on the outdoor chalkboard and newly added deck patio just in time for summer.
Hours of operation until receiving liquor license are Monday to Saturday 8:00 am – 5:00 pm and Sunday from 8:00 am – 3:00 pm.
When liquor license received the new hours will be Monday to Thursday 8:00 am – 12:00 am, Friday and Saturday 8:00 am – 2:00 am, and Sunday 8:00 am – 3:00 pm.
1208 Yonge Street, Toronto
Email: info@boxcarsocial.ca
Phone: 416-792-5873
Website: www.boxcarsocial.ca
Donate & Learn Online Marketing Expo
June 2, 2014 by deblewis
Filed under Past Events
Green Lotus Presents The Donate & Learn Online Marketing Expo
On the 10th of June, Green Lotus was hosting the Donate & Learn Marketing Expo from 5:00 to 8:30 pm. at Ryerson University. The event was an opportunity to unite with 600 of Toronto’s best entrepreneurs, business owners and online marketing expert to gain innovative search engine and social media marketing programs for your business!
The CityEvents team attended the Facebook workshop animated by Brian McNeil-Smith from EasyPromos. For an hour we discussed contests and promotions on facebook and how we could manage them with a low budget. When you are a small business, he advised to create a contest over a longer time frame. Regarding Brian McNeil-Smith, “Strategy is only limited to imagination”.
At 7pm, the main event began with a presentation from Procter and Gamble, LinkedIn and Green Lotus. What matters the most when you are a brand is to tell your brand a story and have a BIG Idea. What is a BIG idea? For Maria Shibaeva, Sr. Assistant Brand Manager at Procter and Gamble it has to be true in your business and also should be :
– disruptive to the market
– heart and mind opening
– immediately understood
– recognizable
– easy to execute
Here is an example : https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=2V-20Qe4M8Y
This year, Green Lotus worked with Enactus Ryerson and Project Pathways.
For more information visit: http://greenlotus.ca
Celebrate your Father with the Perfect Outing in Toronto
May 30, 2014 by deblewis
Filed under Ontario, Past Events, Toronto
It’s almost that time of the year again! Father’s Day is quickly approaching so we are here to help you find the perfect event for you and your dad. The variety of events are all sure to be a hit as there is something for everyone to enjoy! “Do It for Dad” Father’s Day Walk/Run Sunday June 15th at Ashbridge’s Bay Park Celebrate Father’s Day this year by honoring the men in you life and support the Prostate Cancer Foundation at this year’s “Do it For Dad” walk/run! This is an event that the whole family can enjoy as there will be a BBQ lunch, entertainment and 100s of prizes! www.walktolive.ca 
5th Annual Yorkville Exotic Car Show Sunday June 15th 12pm-5pm, Bloor Street form Avenue Road to Bay Street This spectacular red-carpet event will take place in one of the most luxurious shopping districts in North America. Admission is free so bring the whole family and join in supporting Prostate Cancer Canada on Father’s Day and see over 120 examples of classic and exotic cars including Ferrari, Lamborghini, Corvette, Porsche and more. The 5th anniversary event will debut the Super Car Corral plus a Mustang Corral to celebrate the 50th anniversary of the iconic brand! www.yorkvilleexotics.com 
Father’s Day BBQ at Casa Loma Sunday June 15th, 11am-5pm, Casa Loma Don’t miss a fun-filled father’s day at the beautiful Casa Loma! All tickets include the Father’s day BBQ, live entertainment, family activities, a self guided tour and multimedia audio guide. Adult (18-59) $40.00 Child (4-13) $30.00 Senior (60+) $35.00 Youth (14-17) $35.00 Children Under 3 are Free www.casaloma.org/events 
Toronto Fathers Day Cruise Sunday June 14th at 6:30pm or June 15th at 11:30am, 539 Queens Quay West Looking for a unique Fathers Day gift? Then a Toronto Fathers Day Cruise is the perfect Fathers Day Present! Experience a Father’s day brunch from the water on the Jubilee Queen Cruise where you and your family will enjoy a 2 hour tour of the Toronto Islands & Harbour while feasting on a fabulous buffet menu prepared fresh onboard by an award winning chef. The Fathers Day Cruise menu has something for everyone in your family even vegetarian options! www.jubileequeencruises.ca/Toronto 
Luxury Cigar Experience In Niagara June 13th, 3pm- 10pm, 4560 Cave Springs Road Beamsville, Ontario Enjoy an intimate evening with some of the lifestyle industry’s finest. This is an experience that you will reminisce about for years to come and an incredible way to celebrate the Father’s Day weekend. The Evening Starts with a cold Steam Whistle sampling at the Brewery in downtown Toronto, Roundtrip Transportation from Steam Whistle Brewery to Niagara, a gourmet BBQ at a Private Cave Springs Location,tutored Wine Tasting with Mr. Len Pennachetti, Founder of Cave Springs.The Evening then winds down with a sunset smoke featuring Premium Nicaraguan Cigars, a brand ambassador leads you through a paired Hennessy tasting ,Private Cigar Tasting with Markus Raty, Presidente and receiver a luxury gift bag. www.eventbrite.ca/e/luxury-cigar 
For Toronto upcoming events check our website upcoming events, at www.torontocityevents.com
Switch, a playful night-time venue
May 28, 2014 by deblewis
Filed under Event Venues
Located on Colborne street, Switch is a delightful contradiction, as this venue is both a place to unwind & a space that gets wild.
Catering to the young urban professional from Thursday to Sunday, the lower level Rec Room and main floor bar offer upscale snacks and delightful drinks for the after work crowd to munch and sip. Downstairs, an open kitchen, custom built booths and comfortable seating provide the ideal living room to screen sports and play retro video games. At 10pm the bar makes the switch to a lively lounge with theatrical performances and sideshow spectacles. A space with vintage carnival design elements and endless curiosities, Switch plays host to private events throughout the rest of the week.
What you need to know :
• 3500 Square feet.
• 240 person capacity
• Open Kitchen with upscale snacks menu
• 11 VIP Booths.
• 7 retro video arcade games
• 2 full service bars
Switch
55 colborne street
416.901.9990
For event inquiries : david.berlad@storysbuilding.com
Ballet Event House, the destination for a cabaret!
May 23, 2014 by deblewis
Filed under Event Venues
On May 8th 2014, CityEvents staff was invited to the Ballet Event for “A Hidden Parisian Gem on Eclectic Ossington”, a networking event and venue open house. Located at 227A Ossington Avenue, the intimate atmosphere of the venue is immediately apparent.
Under their dim light and candles, the staff welcomed us with hors d’oeuvres. In addition to the appetizers, special drinks were also featured including, The Strawberry Aloe Hibiscus, Lemon Grass Delight and The Lychee Martini. These cocktails were a bit out of the ordinary but very tasty.
Ballet Event House has been known as the hottest venue on Ossington since 2013. This particular event, featured a sensual dance show, a Jazz & Blues live music performance with Errol Fisher, which held a real experience to foretaste just for a moment, before coming back to reality!
The venue would be perfect for events such as:
– Music performances
– Music video releases
– Birthdays
– Bar Mitzvahs
– Holiday parties
– Bachelor parties
… the venue is equipped with:
– 4 large 10-person banquettes facing main stage
– Private 50-person VIP
– 2 fully-equipped bars with up to 4 bartenders
– In-house catering by the Saint Tavern or external options
– LCD projector and screen
– Fully-equipped live music mixer and speaker system
– In-house troupe of choreographed burlesque dancers
– DJs, MCs and entertainment consulting
– Access to private rear entrance
Attracted by this venue, which can hold up to 250 guests?
For more information email: INFO@BALLETOSSINGTON.COM
For more information, visit their website ! http://www.balletossington.com/
Author: Annie NGUYEN
