BKonthescene

Where the arts come together

Month: September 2015

  • iBellieve Foundation Gala@Steam Whistle Brewery(Wed.,Sept.23rd,2015)

    Photography by Nicholas Chan We were invited to an amazing charity event at The Steam Whistle Brewery from guest speaker Simon Ibell who is the Founder of the iBellieve Foundation, he is also a Motivational Speaker, and Writer. A truly remarkable and inspirational individual, Simon is an advocate for Human Potential, a Role Model for…

  • The 10th ANNUAL CARIBBEANTALES INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL (CTFF) @ The Royal Cinema (Sep 9-19, 2015)

      The Caribbean Tales Film Festival (CTFF) celebrates the talents of established and emerging filmmakers of Caribbean heritage who practice their art across the Caribbean and worldwide – including the Caribbean, Europe, the Americas, Africa, China, India and the Middle East. CTFF presents a multi-ethnic mix of exciting and dynamic films that showcase diverse shared stories…

  • Scorpions 50th Anniversary World Tour@Molson Amphitheatre(Fri.,Sept.18th,2015)

    It was the 50th Anniversary for the German based Rockers called Scorpions! Opening up was Seattle progressive rock band Queensryche. Unfortunately lead singer and founding member Geoff Tate is no longer in the band. We hope to see Geoff Tate’s new band Operation Mind Crime in town soon! Saying that we decided to forego this…

  • The Deluxe Event@Soho Boutique Hotel+The Technicolor Event@Thompson Hotel(Sat.,Sept.12th,2015)

    It was a semi early wake up call after a hectic Saturday night for Tiff. We ventured to the Soho Boutique Hotel close to The Rogers Centre for the Deluxe Event. We were greeted by two young ladies who checked us in and distributed red rubber wrist bands for us to go up the elevator…

  • The Man from U.N.C.L.E. (2015 Movie)

    The Man from UNCLE (2015) Director: Guy Ritchie By Derek Lang Finally got to see this movie and while I liked it I thought there was something missing or perhaps they didn’t exploit the two characters enough. In that there could have been more banter or interaction. The stuff on the screen when it happened…

  • Fan Fest Maple Leafs Season Subscribers Party-A.C.C.(Thurs.,Sept.10th,2015)

    So who arranges a party to compete with TIFF? Only the most profitable hockey team in the N.H.L. Likes years past, it was a scrum session of the”Powers That Be”which include: President Brendan Shanahan, New G.M. Lou Lamoriello and new Head Coach Mike Babcock. The fans were treated to some beverages and some food before…

  • Canada’s Bridal Show@Metro Convention Centre(Sept.11th-13th,2015)

    Photography by Mimi Sayasith Toronto hosted the largest Bridal show with the highest volume of Exhibitors and Visitors this week. The Exhibitors showcased all the products and services Brides need to plan their special wedding day of their dreams. Canada’s Bridal Show is the most renowned Bridal Show, established in 1984 always prospering and showcasing…

  • TIFF 2015: Pre-TIFF 2015 Extravaganza-Multiple Locations (Sept. 9, 2015)

      So it wasn’t even the start of TIFF 2015 and we were invited to some real”Swanky”Gala. So let’s start off at The Spoke Club for the Canadian Filmakers’ Party. The Who’s Who from the North American filmakers’ association were in attendance. Jason Priestly and E Talk Ben Mulroney were the host for the evening.…

  • UPCOMING: PANTS OFF For Prostate Cancer Sept 23!!!

    Pants Off for Prostate Cancer is an edgy fundraising event where men and women are encouraged to check their coats, and pants, at the door! What follows will be an unforgettable and fashionably fun evening that’s one part social, one part fundraiser, and two parts unforgettable! It’s September 23, 2015 and downtown Toronto’s Moss Park…

  • UPCOMING: The Gentlemen’s Expo Returns Sept. 25 to 27 …

    The Gentlemen’s Expo returns to the Metro Toronto Convention Centre (North Building) on Sept. 25 to 27. Come enjoy a weekend long celebration of all things that encompass a true modern gentleman and gentlewoman. If you’re interested in fashion, tech, music, sports, cars, alcohol, grooming, sex, food, entrepreneurship, gaming, or DIY projects, then this is…

  • UPCOMING: Join the Ronald McDonald House Toronto Young Professionals Committee on Thursday October 8th…

    Join the Ronald McDonald House Toronto Young Professionals Committee on Thursday October 8th for an incredible night of drinks, dancing, networking and fun at Steam Whistle Brewery.  Last year over $34,000 was raised for families of seriously ill children staying at Ronald McDonald House Charities Toronto. For more information, visit HERE…

  • Labour Day Classic-Toronto Argo Vs. Hamilton Ticats@Tim Hortons Field(Mon.,Sept.7th,2015)

    It was the Labour Day Classic as they like to call it or back in the days……The Harold Ballard Bowl. The Hamilton Tiger-Cats made a big statement about who is the king of the East Division on Labour Day, As they gave Toronto a real plastering and blowing out their rivals 42-12 on a scorching…

  • Toronto Blue Jays Vs. Baltimore Orioles@Rogers Centre(Sun.,Sept 6th,2015)

    Photography By Preston Kwan It is the lazy-hazy days of September and yes the Blue Jays are ruling their division with the “Evil Empire” trailing behind. Troy Tulowitzki, Jose Bautista and Kevin Pillar homered against Chris Tillman, and the Toronto Blue Jays beat the Baltimore Orioles 10-4 on Sunday. Tulowitzki and Bautista each had a…

  • C.N.E. 2015 Concert Series-Foghat,Big Bad Voodoo Daddy+Monster Truck@Bandshell(Aug.21st-Sept.7th,2015)

    Yes it’s the C.N.E. 2015 Concert Series and I was wondering if they could top last year’s concerts? Well the promoters sure did in a big way!   We started it off with “America” on opening day (Feel free to read our review). Here is some of the concerts we attended. I’m feeling nostalgic when…

  • Fan Expo@Metro Convention Centre(Thurs.,Sept.3rd-Sun.,Sept.6th,2015)

    By BK on the SCENE FAN EXPO CANADA™ opened its doors to muggles and wizards alike when it kicks off the weekend with a game of Quidditch*! To mark the opening of this year’s event (September 3 – September 6) at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, the Valhalla Quidditch and the Ryerson Quidditch in association…

  • Toronto Blue Jays Vs. Detroit Tigers@Rogers Centre(Sun.,Aug.30th,2015)

    It’s still wide open to challenge for the “Wild Card” playoff and Division title race during the August 30th game between the Toronto Blue Jays and the Detroit Tigers. It was the final game of 3 game sweep-As the Jays won 9-2 over the Tigers. Mark Buehrle with the win went 14-6. Tigers’ Alfredo Simon…

  • UPCOMING: CaribbeanTales International Film Festival 2015 (Sep 9 – 19, 2015)

    CaribbeanTales International Film Festival Celebrates 10 Years this September 9 -19th.  With an Outstanding Program of Films and Shorts, which include 16 feature-length films and 30 short films in Official Competition for the CTFF Jury and Audience Awards, to be announced on the closing night – September 19th. “CaribbeanTales continues to have its finger on the…