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Book Lover’s Ball 2013

Conrad Black

Conrad Black

L-R Authors Megan Crewe, Grace O'Connell

Authors Megan Crewe, Grace O’Connell

C.S. Richardson, Author

C.S. Richardson, Author

Kelda Card and Author, Liam Card

Kelda Card and Author, Liam Card

Hilary Scharper, Author

Hilary Scharper, Author

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The Book Lover’s Ball is rated as one of the top 100 events according to BizBash in 2012. It’s a book lover’s dream, being able to rub elbows with 60 Canadian authors in attendance in support of the busiest urban library system in the world. Not only do guests get to rub elbows at the reception but each author is assigned to a dinner table, so that’s getting quite intimate. For 2013’s Book Lover’s Ball, the evening featured 5 “chapters” of entertainment, each based on a different novel. Highlights included a fashion show by Lucian Matis for “River of Stars” by Guy Gavriel Kay. The 5th and final chapter was a Dianna DiNoble lingerie-based fashion show based on “S.E.C.R.E.T.” written by Dragon’s Den senior producer, Lisa Gabriele, under the pseudonym, L.M. Adeline. It’s a book inspired by 50 Shades of Grey with it’s own publishing rights already sold to 30 countries.

The evening was hosted by Cityline’s Tracy Moore and Melanie Ng. Notable guests included Conrad Black (yes, the infamous media baron also happens to be an author and has an upcoming TV show), Arlene Dickinson, Jian Ghomeshi, Lloyd Robertson and Amanda Lang.

Check out the 2 galleries below: Reception and Entertainment

ABOUT THE TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY FOUNDATION
The Toronto Public Library Foundation was established in 1997 as a registered charity. Our mission is to provide essential resources for the enhancement of the Toronto Public Library and to allocate funds to priority needs not supported by municipal funding.

Urgent needs for the Library include: improved and expanded collections, enhanced programs and services, upgraded technology, and revitalized community spaces to respond to the changing needs of the people of Toronto.

Since its inception, Toronto Public Library Foundation has raised over $55 million in support of Toronto Public Library priority needs.

The Foundation’s long-range goal is to build an endowment fund that will generate sufficient income to support enhanced library programs, collections and services in perpetuity.

An investment in the Library is an investment in Toronto’s success today and for generations to come.

www.bookloversball.ca

Models from the S.E.C.R.E.T. inspired fashion show by Dianna DiNoble Photo: George Pimentel

Models from the S.E.C.R.E.T. inspired fashion show by Dianna DiNoble Photo: George Pimentel

Photos of the Reception

Photos of the Entertainment

Canada’s National Ballet School Gala: Monte Carlo Meets Gatsby

  • February 11, 2013
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Canada’s National Ballet School hosted their annual fundraiser gala with this year’s theme of “Monte Carlo Meets Gatsby” pairing roaring 20’s Great Gatsby attire and Monte Carlo styled casino. I spotted Margaret Atwood and asked her why she didn’t attend the Book Lover’s Ball just the night before. She replied that she wasn’t invited this year. Was she joking? Anyway, luckily for guests of the NBS gala, this most-honoured Canadian author was kind enough to provide photo opportunities for adoring guests.

Other notable guests included Canada’s own World Champion figure skater, Kurt Browning. It was great to see all the well-attired guests come out to support Canada’s National Ballet School, a crucial foundation to Canada’s art scene.

“Because talent is the sole criterion for entry into NBS’ Professional Ballet Program, our annual fundraiser is crucial in generating awareness and securing support for our extraordinary students—of which almost 8 out of every 10 require funding.”, says Mavis Staines, NBS’ Artistic Director . “The annual gala performance highlights the determination and the artistry of our emerging young talent. Our patrons are part of a thrilling process–what better way to demonstrate appreciation than through the beauty of dance”.

Middle: Margaret Atwood

Margaret Atwood

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Guest, Karen Kain, Kurt Browning, Sonia Rodriguez, Veronica Tennant

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Stephen Voisin, Joan Lozinski

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Kurt Browning, Sonia Rodriguez. Doesn’t Kurt Browning looks like a younger Steve Buscemi in Boardwalk Empire?

ABOUT CANADA’S NATIONAL BALLET SCHOOL
For over 20 years the annual gala has helped NBS ensure that the most talented youth find a place at the School regardless of families’ financial circumstances. Established in 1959, Canada’s National Ballet School is a global leader with an international profile for producing the finest and most gifted dancers, both from home-grown talent and from youth recruited abroad. For more information visit www.nbs-enb.ca

More photos by Tom Sandler

Toronto’s Official NFL Superbowl XLVII Party

  • February 6, 2013
  • Events, sports
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Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders

Miami Dolphins Cheerleaders

If you’re an NFL fan in Toronto, there’s probably no better way to enjoy the full experience of the Superbowl than official party hosted by the NFL itself. Featuring 100 HD screens throughout the Sound Academy, as well as NFL’s Tim Brown and Brian Westbrook and the Miami Dolphins cheerleaders. During commercial breaks there were a bunch of activities happening on stage (yes, to the background of Canadian TV commercials on the big screen). It is what it is. NFL prizes were given out including the opportunity to win entry into the VIP lounge with its own bar, Pinty’s wings and exclusive meet and greets with some Miami Dolphins cheerleaders. Brian Westbrook came up for photo opportunities as well. Overall, it was a great way for Superbowl fans to experience the Superbowl in all of it’s glory. Well done! Whether you missed it or not, watch for this again next year.

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Pinty's Wing Eating Contest

Pinty’s Wing Eating Contest

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See below for more pictures or check them out the Facebook album here.

Ad Ball 2013: Gatsby’s Roaring 20’s

  • February 3, 2013
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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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Dr. Draw

Dr. Draw

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To see these pictures on Facebook, click here

Interior Design Show 2013 Opening Party

  • February 2, 2013
  • arts, Events
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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.

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Intricate balloon structures by Chicago-based Willy Chyr,

“As Luck Would Have It” intricate balloon structures by Chicago-based Willy Chyr

Andrew Richards Design

Andrew Richards Design

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Emily Quinn

Emily Quinn

Grilled Cheese by Food Dudes

Grilled Cheese by Food Dudes

Ikea

We can see why Ikea won the IDS Gold Booth Award!

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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 THE INTERIOR DESIGN SHOW

For more information visit http://www.interiordesignshow.com

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.

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