by Sally Warburton On a really hot day in Toronto the news of the ROM reopening was for more than just the awesome air conditioning! Yes, this wonderful touristic site is refreshing and airy. For so many Torontonians and others in Ontario going to the ROM is a nice change of pace from isolating at […]
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Friday Night Live @ ROM (Fri. Mar. 22, 2019)
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by Shannen Johnstonphotography by Jesse Read On March 22nd, Friday Night Live at the ROM had a Holi theme. Featuring access to the new exhibit Treasures of a Desert Kingdom, the night celebrated the colourful Hindu festival with live performances on the stage and cultural food on the menu. The Treasures of a Desert Kingdom […]
DX Intersection 2018 @ Design Exchange, Thurs. Nov 8
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Photography by A.J. Lam. Each year, the annual Design Exchange Party celebrates individual Canadians and partnerships that demonstrates exceptional creativity, outstanding talent, and innovative vision. On November 8, prominent Canadian talent and guests transformed the historic DX building in the heart of the Financial District to showcase the future vision of design and cultural experiences. […]
The Organ Project Gala, March 29, 2018
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By: Sorin Sim Photography by: Sorin Sim & Shahryar Rafiei The 2018 Project Organ Gala was a huge success with unbelievable entertainment, inspiring speakers and great friends made for a memorable evening. Helping end the wait for organ transplants, the hashtag #endthewait is helping bring awareness to this great cause and save lives. The Organ […]
CASTELLI ART SPACE presents CHASE “INTO LIGHT AND SPACE”
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By: Bkonthescene CHASE’s street art has added life and color to walls across the entire city for over two decades. On March 31st, he’s premiering a new solo show at Castelli Art Space, bringing his work indoors for a rare gallery exhibit, and for the first time ever, lighting it up, focusing on large-scale pieces inspired […]
Lamborghini Urus Canadian Reveal @ Design Exchange, February 13th 2018
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By: Sorin Simniceanu. Photography by AJ Lam. With over 300 guests in attendance, the reveal of the world’s first Super Sport Utility Vehicle took place at the Design Exchange in Toronto just before the 2018 Canadian International Auto Show. This invite-only event allowed you to be a part of Lamborghini history. Prior to the main event, attendees […]
The 10th annual Chief of Police Gala – THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 23, 2017 – Beanfield Center
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By Kimberly Samnang The Chief’s Gala is an annual event hosted by Chief Mark Saunders in support of Victim Services Toronto. It is a celebration that highlights a highly valued and respected volunteer organization that is essential not only to victims, but also to police officers at the scene of crimes and sudden tragedies. The […]
She Does the City! Nov 16 -19, 2017
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By: Sorin Simniceanu She Does the City celebrated their 10th anniversary with a weekend long pop-up. The event was sponsored by Knix Wear, Instax and United Way, among others. More importantly, She Does the City has partnered with United Way, promising a $10,000 giveback to help the organizations in this city who support women: Sistering, […]
Italian National Day Celebration@ Casa Loma-Sun.June 4th
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Historical Casa Loma was the location for this annual tradition, Toronto’s premiere heritage attraction, was transformed into an authentic Italian Piazza complete with art installations by Italian-Canadian artists to celebrate the 150th anniversary of Canada, live entertainment featuring local and international artists, a culinary feast by Toronto’s finest Italian restaurants, acclaimed wines from Italy, a […]
Operanation@The Four Seasons Centre For The Performing Arts-Thurs.,May 25th,2017
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Photography by A.J. Lam Culture is the lifeblood of any city, and Toronto is a thriving center where it flourishes. Opera doesn’t get as much attention as it deserves, but the Canadian Opera Company Ensemble Studio is out to change that, dedicated to reminding everyone how relevant, cool and stylish opera can be. And that’s […]
Machine Age Massive Party @ AGO (Thu. Apr 27, 2017)
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Photos by A.J. Lam Thursday, April 27th 2017, 1900 art patrons gathered at the Art Gallery of Ontario for the Machine Age Massive Party, a charity gala to explore the relationship between human and machine. The feature artists create three distinct spaces within the party – Industrial, Digital and Space, transporting party-goers through a spectacular […]
Plastic China Film Premiere @ TIFF 2017
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Following digiPlaySpace we viewed the film Plastic China (playing Tue Apr 11, Sat Apr 15, Sun Apr 16, Tue Apr 18), a documentary that focuses on the life of Yi Jie, a young girl who lives with her family in a plastic-sorting town in China that processes recycled waste not only from China but various parts […]
The Monarch Mag, Nov 4, 2014 @Her Majesty’s Pleasure (566 King St. W)
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The Monarch Mag had their coming out party with a launch party at Her Magesty’s Pleasure in King West on a November night in Toronto. Founded by sisters, Tracy McMaster and Alison Heden, The Monarch Mag is about finding or following new trends, sharing that new hot spot, providing product reviews and new restaurants and destinations […]
Culture Days: Toronto Symphony Orchestra @Roy Thompson Hall
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Culture Days 5th Anniversary Kick Off with the TSO Conduct Us This was an opportunity to allow the public a chance (via drawn ballots) to try their skills at conducting the Toronto Symphony Orchestra (TSO). The lucky few that had this once in a lifetime experience were offered a chance to conduct […]