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  • The 6th Annual Moonlight Gala @McMichael Gallery-Saturday, June 3rd, 2017

    The yearly trip to Kleinberg, Ontario is well worth it, as we attended The 6th annual McMichael Canadian Art Collection’s. This is the premier fundraiser and this year’s event was another fabulous evening under the stars, a night  with ambiance unlike any other. Upon arrival, we were treated to a glass of wine and as…

  • The 15th Annual John Stallworth Celebrity Golf Tournament@Hampton Cove Golf Course-Fri.,June 2nd,2017

    On June 2, 2017, the 15th Annual John Stallworth star studded Celebrity Golf Tournament took place at Hampton Cove Golf Course just outside Huntsville, Alabama. This was a rare opportunity to golf with Pro-Football Hall of Famers, former Pittsburgh Steelers and players from other NFL teams, and Alabama and Auburn alumni. Proceeds from this event…

  • The 16th Annual SickKids Scrubs in the City: Marrakech@Evergreen Brickworks-Thurs.,June 1st,2017

    Last night at the 16th annual SickKids Scrubs in the City , with over 1,000 guests in attendance, $650,000 was raised in order to help build a brand-new clinical facilities designed to accommodate cutting-edge best practices and technology, attract wold-class medical leaders, and provide the best comfort and care to children and their families. Because…

  • Raise The Caliber – Art Creates Change exhibit @Only One Gallery at 5 Brock Avenue-Wed.,May 31st,2017

      We were invited to The Raise The Caliber – Art Creates Change exhibit at Only One Gallery for the VIP cocktail party + preview. The event includes renown artists Doug Schwartz of Detroit Wick with his spectacular lucite sculptures and Tracy Hiner of Blackcrow Studios with her breathtaking photographs of decommissioned guns and shell casings.…

  • The 4th Annual Regent Park Gala@The Capitol Theatre-Thurs.,June 1st,2017

    By ‏Amit Adhya The 4th annual Regent Park Gala was held on Thursday, June 01 2017 hosted at the beautiful Capitol Event Theatre, The Regent Park Gala is an opportunity for the community to come together for a great cause. funds raised will go to supporting the MLSE Foundations and the 3to6Team’s commitment to the…

  • Bounce Block Party@The Theatre Centre-Sat.,May 27th,2017

    We Enjoyed a night of live music, dancing, immersive performances, magnificent tastes, and all-around excitement to celebrate the dynamic work of The Theatre Centre. BOUNCE is a party that features the best of the West Queen West Neighbourhood. The party features some of the favourite choices for local dining and entertainment and brings them together…

  • The 17th Annual Cuisine & Cuvée @Rebel – Fri., May 26th, 2017

    Cuisine and Cuvée held its 17th annual fundraiser at Rebel, in one of the most memorable nights of the year boasting thirty six food & drink vendors. And they were more than ready to serve up sumptuous meals to a sold out crowd of patrons, all of whom brought their appetites along with having their thirst…

  • Butterfly Ball@The Fours Seasons-Yorkville-Thurs.,May 25th,2017

    On May 25th Boost CYAC hosted the 20th Annual Butterfly Ball®. To celebrate this milestone the organizers delivered another fabulous event this year. This is the major annual fundraiser for the Boost Child & Youth Advocacy Centre™ (Boost CYAC) and the funds raised support the hundreds of children that they assist each year. The 2017…

  • THE CURVE BALL GALA in Support of Jays Care Foundation @Rogers Centre – Thurs., May 25th, 2017

    The Blue Jays and their dedicated fans took to the field at the Rogers Centre in Support of Jays Care Foundation. On Thursday the entire TORONTO BLUE JAYS roster, along with those lucky fans and more than 1300 VIP guests spent an evening on the field of Toronto’s landmark sports stadium in support of Jays…

  • The Big Gateaux Show #NOWFE Hosted by New Orleans Wine & Food Experience Contact Host Saturday, May 27, 2017 And Pizza & Pies Spring 2017!! Sponsored by Old New Orleans Rum and Nola Brewing@Paradigm Gardens-Wed.,May 24th,2017

    Photography By Owen Edwards A pastry competition full of scintillating displays of burlesque, pastries and cocktails features celebrity chefs and judges alongside Burlesque starlets, Trixi Minx & Bella Blue. Join this after-party following the Saturday Night Grand Tasting and chose your favorite delight. The winning design and pastry chef will be awarded a $5000 prize…

  • Rotten Tomatoes: Soundstreams 2017 Gala @ The Integral House – Tue, May 23, 2017

      We thoroughly enjoyed our time at The Integral House for the Soundstreams 2017 Gala: Rotten Tomatoes, filling the mansion with laughter as we mingled. With Canada’s top 3 opera stars in attendance, we were treated to their signature artistry in an array of opera’s most humorous works. To make the gala even more interesting…

  • The Recovery Brunch@Momofuku-Sunday, May 28th,2017

    On May 28th The Recovery brunch will take place at Momofuku Daisho restaurant. This fundraising event, put on by Future Sinai is all in support of Bridgepoint Foundation, part of Sinai Health System. The event brings together some of Toronto’s best and brightest young professionals. This year, more than ever, a Sunday afternoon lounging at…

  • The 2nd Annual AGORA Sneakerball@Venue One-Chicago, Illinois-Sat.,May20th,2017

    Photography and Words by Kimberly Samnang On Saturday, May 20, 2017, Kicks 4 the City hosted it’s 2nd Annual AGORA Sneakerball at Venue One in the West Loop district in Chicago, Illinois. The evening’s theme included: black tie, sneakers, art, music, philanthropy, a green carpet and celebrities. The AGORA Sneakerball is a black-tie event created…

  • Laughter is the Best Medicine III Gala @The Beanfield Centre – Sat., May 13th, 2017

    Comedy Central held its Laughter is the Best Medicine III Gala on Saturday, May 13th, 2017 in support of one of North America’s leading community teaching hospitals; Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), formerly Toronto East General Hospital. Will Arnett hosted this star-studded red carpet event that saw 1200 guests pack the Beanfield Centre (formerly the Automotive…

  • Angels & Heroes Gala In Support Of Nanny Angel Network @Muzik (Thurs.,May 11th, 2017)

    Motherhood is never easy, even in the best of circumstances. But many times the harshest of conditions presents greater challenges to raising a child. This is where the Nanny Angel Network (NAN) comes in, the only charity of its kind in Canada to provide free, specialized in-home childcare for mothers who have been diagnosed with cancer,…

  • The 2017 International Yoga Day celebrations in Toronto@Consulate General of India-Thurs.,May 4th,2017

    The 2017 International Yoga Day celebrations in Toronto anticipated to be the largest in North America, is expected to have an estimated participation of nearly 10,000 people. The International Yoga Day Canada (IYDC), a Canadian not-for-profit organization, is organizing the celebrations at the International Centre in Mississauga on Sunday, June 25, 2017. The program will…

  • VOICES that CARE-to benefit ROOM 217@Glen Gould Studio-Fri.,May 5th, 2017

    The who’s who were on hand to support a great cause last Friday. Performing at the Glen Gould Studio were: Matt Andersen , Murray McLauchlan , Natalie MacMaster & Donnell Leahy , Travis Knights, Ben Heppner, Albert Schultz and Margaret Atwood Voices that Care is a benefit concert for the Room 217 Foundation. Room 217…

  • Ramen Heads @Momofuku (Wed., May 3rd, 2017)

    In celebration for all things Made In Japan at Hot Docs, we were very excited to receive our invitation to the press conference for the world premiere of Ramen Heads on Thursday, May 4 at the Scotiabank Theatre. It was an even more rare event to be in the presence of Japan’s reigning king of ramen,…

  • The 16th Annual Scrubs In The City@Evergreen Brick Works-Thurs.,June 1st,2017

    It’s the annual Scrubs in the City fundraising event on Thursday, June 1 and it’s hard to believe a year has gone by! This year is the 16th year and the theme is Marrakech. We’ll bring all the wonders and delights of Morocco to life, with fashion, food, décor and entertainment. Plus, it’s all for…

  • Brewers Plate 2017@Corus Quay-Thurs.,May 4th,2017

    Brewers Plate 2017 is soooooo close, we can almost taste the incredible pairings! (May 4th at the Corus Building – to be exact.) Here are the 5 things you need to know… 1) LIMITED TICKETS ARE STILL AVAILABLE: Home They are $90. Use promo code BREWERS to take an additional $5 off. You can also…