Category: Life & Culture

  • Stroke Awareness Picnic 2025

    You are invited to attend our second annual LASER-Net Stroke Awareness Picnic.The invitation extends to all stroke survivors and their family/friends.The picnic will take place on Saturday, May 3rd from 11 am to 2 pm on the UCLA campus in Westwood.To RSVP, go to https://thelasernet.com/ We hope to see you there. Thank you, Steven C. Cramer, MD, MSc, FAAN, FAHA, FASNRSusan…

  • Art Gems @The Liberty Grand-Thurs.,April 4th,2025

    Art Gems is the annual fundraising art auction in support of Good Shepherd’s Creative mission to support mental health programs through the arts Works Studio, its members, and programs. The  generosity and support has enabled creative  Art It was a fantastic night of great food, drinks and beautiful art 50+ works of art combined in the Live and Silent Auction Collection created by…

  • Sean Jones at the Windsor Arms Every Thursdays for 3 Months Residency Til June/July 2025

    By Sally Warburton Last week, March 27th, Sean Jones started his 3 month long gig at the iconic Windsor Arms. Every Thursday Sean Jones and his band will be performing nostalgic songs and R & B influenced music.  The Juno Award-winning R&B Artist Sean Jones has an exclusive 3-month residency at the iconic Windsor Arms…

  • March 2025 is Music Therapy Month – An Urgent Call to Support Music Therapy for Canada’s Aging Population

    March 2025 is Music Therapy Awareness Month, a time to recognize the life-changing impact of music therapy on people of all ages. This year, the Canadian Music Therapy Fund (CMTF), based in Toronto, is calling for urgent support to ensure that older adults, particularly those with dementia and cognitive challenges, can continue to access this essential…

  • Comicon Toronto @M.T.C.C. -Fri., March 14th -Sun., March 16th, 2025

    Photography By Wayne Baggs, BKONTHESCENE & Alon Weiss We had the opportunity to visit The Metro Toronto Convention Center as droves of costumed rabid fans miraculously turned the venue into a landscape of fantasy, dreams and imagination, celebrating the fandom of anime, Sci-Fi, comics, and video games. Once again presented by FAN EXPO Canada, as it was…

  • TOYS AS ART, ART INSPIRED BY TOYS:MATTEL’S 80TH ANNIVERSARY GROUP EXHIBITION

    top row: “Thrill Of It All” by Brandi Milne, “An Ode To All That’s Good and Real Within” by HERA of Herakut, “The Pocket Medusa” by Soey Milk, and “Attack of the 150 ft. Barbie” by Eric Joyner bottom row: “Portrait of Barbie” by Marion Peck, “Masters” by Mark Todd, and “Barbie with Meat” by…

  • National Home Show @Enercare Centre-Fri.,March 7th-Sun.,March 16th,2025

    We had the opportunity to visit the National Home Show @Enercare Centre, every square foot related to Homes and more! The event is on til March 16th as everyone will see something they will like and connect with. Get your tickets: https://torontohomeshows.com/ On the Enbridge Main Stage! Catch home and design experts Colin & Justin,…

  • POGO PJ PARTY-CABIN FEVER @STEAMWHISTLE Brewery -Thurs., Feb.27th, 2025

    The yearly POGO’s signature event was held at the Steamwhistle Brewery location as POGO PJ Party never disappoints and of course a great time, but at the same time it raises critical funds for childhood cancer care with the generous and incredible support. Andrew Haley, a five-time Para swimmer medalist, three-time World Champion – and a…

  • Leigh Steinberg’s Annual Super Bowl Party, Taste Of The NFL & Sports Illustrated -Sat., Feb. 8th, 2025

    We started our Saturday afternoon at The Leigh Steinberg Annual Super Bowl Party held in New Orleans for SB59 week and it was an extravagant get-together of some of the Nation’s most influential people. With thousands of high-profile guests, from NFL owners and athletes to celebrities, politicians, corporate CEOs, entrepreneurs, and media personalities, it proved…

  • The 3rd Annual NFLPA Community MVP Day, The Annual Johnnie Cochrane luncheon St.Jude Legends & Ditka & Jaws – Thurs., Feb. 6th, 2025@New Orleans, Louisiana During Superbowl 59 Week.

    It was a Thursday morning where participants were “Giving Back In A Fun Way during Super Bowl week. The third annual NFLPA Community MVP Day in New Orleans. With this season’s Community MVPs, along with other active NFL players, were present to team up with students. Next we were off to the Fritz Pollard Alliance…

  • TASTE OF THE NFL PRESENTED BY FRITO-LAY, QUAKER, AND THE PEPSICO FOUNDATION @ The National WWII Museum In New Orleans, Louisiana During SB59 Week!

    The yearly “The Taste of the NFL” did not disappoint in New Orleans during Superbowl week. All for a great cause with delicious food, celebrity athletes and friendly people from around the world. This event addresses the needs of the hungry and homeless by raising awareness and money through special events and programs. Hosted and curated…

  • 2025 SANTA BARBARA INTERNATIONAL FILM FESTIVAL AWARD WINNING FILMS ANNOUNCED

    The Santa Barbara International Film Festival (SBIFF) is excited to announce the award-winning films for the 40th edition. Awards were announced at a ceremony this morning hosted by El Encanto, a Belmond Hotel, in Santa Barbara with Jury and Filmmakers in attendance.“It’s an undeniable pleasure to celebrate such a diverse and wonderful array of winning films,”…

  • Raffaella  Restaurant Toronto -“a Hidden Gem!”-Wed.,Jan.22nd,2025

    By Sally Warburton There’s a new restaurant in town! And it’s a hidden gem!  Raffaella Restaurant had its soft opening in December and its official opening in January 2025. Located just south of The Future Bakery at 296 Brunswick Ave just south of Bloor Street.  Walking distance from both St. George and Spadina TTC subways.  Beside…

  • World-Renowned Chefs Marcus Samuelsson, Marc Murphy and Aaron May to Headline The Players Tailgate at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans-Sun.,Feb.9th,2025

    World-Renowned Chefs Marcus Samuelsson, Marc Murphy and Aaron May to Headline The Players Tailgate at Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans 11th annual event to feature 18 extraordinary celebrity chefs and 50+ active NFL stars for premium pre-game VIP tailgate experience on Super Bowl Sunday New Orleans, LA – Bullseye Event Group today announced the full roster…

  • The Andy Kim Annual Christmas Concert @Massey Hall -Wed.,December 4, 2024

    By Wayne Baggs The Andy Kim Annual Christmas show at Massey Hall on December 4, 2024, was a heartwarming celebration of music and community spirit. As a cherished tradition, the event once again brought together an eclectic lineup of Canadian talent to spread holiday cheer, all united to support CAMH Gifts of Light. Kim, as…

  • LUDACRIS PERFORMANCE: Ludacris Performs Live Presented by Movado @NYLON House During Miami Art Week; Camila Cabello, Janelle Monáe, and John Summit Attend

    Ludacris Performs Live Presented by Movado Camila Cabello, Janelle Monáe, and John Summit Attend NYLON House at Miami Art Week Presented by e.l.f. Cosmetics Photo By Poupay Jutharat Photos by Martin Medina and Sam Haddadi NYLON celebrated Miami Art Week and the release of its first NYLON Nights issue with an exclusive performance by Ludacris presented by Movado.…

  • Now Is The Time To Make Your Giving Tuesday Gift

    GIVINGTUESDAY* The Friends of the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior at UCLA is thrilled to join charitable organizations across the globe participating in this largest giving day of theyear. Our organization has set a goal to raise $10,000 in just 24 hours! With your help, we can do it! Theimpact of your donations…

  • The Highs And Lows Of Week #12 In The NFL

    That’s a wrap on Week 12 and to kick it off on Thursday with the Cleveland Browns winning a snowy battle against the Pittsburgh Steelers. Sunday started with a handful of thrillers. The Dallas Cowboys snapped their five-game skid, beating the Washington Commanders, and the Tennessee Titans upset the Houston Texans. The Minnesota Vikings earned an…

  • Toronto Arts Foundation – In Bloom Gala The Mayor’s Evening for the Arts

    By Sally Warburton Wednesday, November 20th was a wonderful evening at the Carlu at 444 Yonge Street, Toronto. It was The Mayor’s Evening for the Arts – In Bloom Gala supporting Toronto Arts Foundation.  The evening promised Immersive Art installations, live performances, silent auction, open bar with specialty cocktails and delicious food – snacks and sweets.…

  • Raising Thriving Teens-Friday, December 6, 2024-5:00 PM – 6:00 PM PT

    Registration is required for this free Zoom event.Please join UCLA’s Friends of the Semel Institute for Neuroscience and Human Behavior and the Resnick Neuropsychiatric Hospital Board of Advisors for an Open Mind program with Ellen Galinsky, author of the paradigm-shifting book, The Breakthrough Years – A New Scientific Framework for Raising Thriving Teens. In her new book, Ellen Galinsky,…