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One of the main highlights of FFWD Advertising and Marketing Week was the Ad Ball, with this year’s theme as the roaring twenties Gatsby. It was only $110+fees, so it was a pretty good value for what you get. Those in the marketing and advertising industry came out in full force to fill the Virgin Mobile Mod Club. It was pretty interesting to see some of the same partygoers the next morning at Ad Week’s Most Influential Brands session Ipsos-Reid. Stay tuned for our coverage of that as well!
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The Interior Design Show kicked off their 15th annual show with an impressively large opening party taking over the entire Metro Convention Centre’s North Building. Food stations, drink and cocktail booths were scattered throughout the exhibition floor, providing an exclusive and fun way to explore the show. Artists, designers, media and interior design lovers had the opportunity to bid on 19 different Blu Dot Real Good Chairs proceeds going to the ONEXONE children’s charity. Each chair featured a unique digital design by a designer, artist, fashion designer or illustrator. Last year the IDS chair auction raised over $30,000 benefitting ONEXONE.
“As Luck Would Have It” intricate balloon structures by Chicago-based Willy Chyr
Andrew Richards Design
Emily Quinn
Grilled Cheese by Food Dudes
We can see why Ikea won the IDS Gold Booth Award!
Also, it was great meeting and hanging out with Willy Chyr, a Chicago-based artist. His intricate balloon exhibit stole the show at IDS13 and his work was featured on the front page of the Toronto Star. We were lucky to go to the after party at Thompson Hotel with him!
ABOUT ONEXONE
ONEXONE was founded with the philosophy that every single life is precious and that as individuals we can make profound changes in the lives of other human beings, ONE by ONE. ONEXONE’s mission is to improve the lives of children in Canada, the USA, Haiti and around the world with programs dedicated to five fundamental pillars: water, health, education, play and food. During the last six years, ONEXONE worldwide has committed over $16 million dollars to its partners and directly sponsored programs.
The Molson Lounge
Intricate balloon structures by Chicago-based Willy Chyr,
Treats from Morocco in Yorkville
Treats from Morocco in Yorkville
Emily Quinn
Ikea
Ikea
BarChef
Cafe Sombrero cocktails by BarChef
Food Dudes showing the technology of the Thermador stovetop
Pairing two Italian uber-luxury brands together in one cocktail party is no small feat. For those seeking the finest things that Toronto has to offer, an evening at the Maserati of Toronto showroom with fine cars and fine Bulgari watches should be pretty standard, if you have the dough, to say the least.
The Maserati of Toronto managers, Robert Vacca, Angela Coratti alongside Bulgari Corporation of America’s Nathalie Diamantis and Heather Schneider were on hand to discuss the subtle details of the product offerings of each of the high-end brands.
There were about a dozen Bulgari timepieces on display from the Daniel Roth and Gerald Genta collections but the evening’s masterpiece was the Bulgari Octo Maserati Special Edition which features a sapphire caseback bearing the Maserati trident emblem. It’s a 45mm sporty timepiece with unique intricacies including a jumping hour with the hour displayed on the window at 12 o’clock. Powering the dial is a Bulgari caliber GG 7800, made by Bulgari’s Swiss workshop in Le Sentier, famous for their watch-making heritage. Overall it’s fascinating to see what constitutes the best
Kudos to Marco and Giorgio Bandiera of Bandiera Jewellers for bringing this exquisite event together.
ABOUT BANDIERA JEWELLERS
Jewellery is art. It is about skilled craftmanship, attention to detail and elegance. For three generations the Bandiera name has been associated with fine jewellery. Our reputation is grounded on well-forged family values and quality service that embodies the very best of Italian tradition.
Bandiera Jewellers has locations in Woodbridge and Yorkville. For more information visit bandierajewellers.com
ABOUT BULGARI
Based in Rome, since 1884 Bulgari has been creating renowned fine jewellery. Today it is a global and diversified luxury brand with a product and services portfolio of jewels, watches, accessories, fragrances, skincare, hotels and resorts featuring exceptional quality, an innovative style and impeccable service.
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On Friday, February 8th, 2,000 young professionals will gather at Muzik night club for the 12th annual motionball Toronto gala in support of Special Olympics Canada presented by AIR MILES. The theme this year is “Winter Wonderland” with an ice-rink dance floor, indoor snow-fall and icy treats. The goal is to raise $300,000 for the Special Olympics Canada foundation.
Highlights make this gala special:
Open bar
Performance by CrashDex (you have to check out this DJ/ drummer combo)
Performance by a 44-piece Symphony Orchestra
DJs Skratch Bastid and Efsharp
“All Things Chocolate” buffet
Iceberg Vodka bar
Silent auction including trips to New York and Vegas, spa packages, dinner certificates to Toronto’s top restaurants, a Cervelo bike and more
Tickets are only $150 and if you get a group of 10 together you pay for only the price of 9.
VIP treatment is only $350. VIP groups of 10 pay only $3,000.
ABOUT MOTIONBALL
motionball is a not-for-profit organization that builds awareness and raises funds for the Special Olympics Canada Foundation (SOCF), targeting a “next generation” of supporters – Canada’s professional crowd who are not defined by their age but rather their mind-set.
It was a packed evening on both floors of The Ballroom Bowl as the Toronto Raptors coaches, players, media got together with fans on a Sunday night to bowl and play some ping pong to support the MLSE Team Up Foundation’s basketball court revitalization at the Scarborough YMCA. The MLSE Team Up Foundation has invested $160,000 towards the removal and replacement of competition class flooring, installation of backboards, nets and rims as well as new sports lines.
It was a whirlwind of activities to do for the evening and it was a great value for what Raptors fans got in return for their ticket price. Eats came in the form of passed hors d’oeurves and buffet style with various food stations, open bar and not to mention the opportunities to mingle and take pictures with the Raptors, sports media and, of course, the Dance Pak. Bowling lanes, ping pong and pool were all open. It looks like all the Raptors were there except for Kyle Lowry due to back spasm that had already limited him to the Saturday’s game. And DeMar DeRozen didn’t attend due to flu-like symptoms.
Thanks to the Raptors and the Team Up Foundation for sharing our pictures on their Facebook page! Good luck, Raptors!
The Toronto Raptors Dance Pak
Jose Calderon, Andrea Bargnani, Alan Anderson
Andrea Bargnani, Alan Anderson
Toronto Raptors Dance Pak
Jonas Valančiūnas
Toronto Raptors Centre, Aaron Gray
Colleen, Nina, Ashley of the Toronto Raptors Dance Pak
ABOUT MLSE TEAM UP FOUNDATION
The MLSE Team Up Foundation believes all kids should have access to sport and the opportunity to develop lasting dreams on the playing field.
With the support of all four MLSE teams – the Toronto Maple Leafs, Toronto Raptors, Toronto FC and Toronto Marlies – the Foundation funds the refurbishment of local athletic facilities, and funds charities that support kids through sports and recreational programs.
Since launching in December 2009, the MLSE Team Up Foundation has invested more than $6.5 million into our community. Last season, we impacted the lives of more than 110,000 kids.
