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EVERYTHING COOL IN TORONTO By: Ricardo McRae

BIG sale on Musical Instruments & Equipment 50-70% off September 22, 2009

Check out this big sale on Musical Instruments and Equipment starting today in Mississauga. 50 to 70% Bankruptcy Sale off all products. See website, address, phone number below. For all Musicians – in today’s Toronto Star Guitar & Musical Instrument Bankruptcy Sale 50 – 70% off all products. Sale starts Sat. Sept 19 at 10 am then hours are Mon-Fri 12 – 7 and Sat/Sun 10-6. 5150Dixie Road, Mississauga SW corner of Dixie & Aimco 3 lights south of Hwy 401. Check out the web-site http://www.canam-appraiz.com or call 647-330-9321. Advertised are: Bass & Jazz guitars, left or right handed, starter sets, monster cables, instruments bags, strings, trumpets, flutes, clarinets, speakers,mics, earbuds, earphones, headphones, parts, picks, straps, tamcourines, stands, tuners, accessories & too much to list. So check out the web-site……. See all their offerings here: http://www.canam-appraiz.com/PDFSlideShow.pdf


 

FREE SCREENINGS from Filmi Festival! June 16, 2009

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Filmi will doing Free Sceening at this year Mosaic Festival in Mississauga which takes place at the Noel Ryan Theatre at the Mississauga Library from June 17th-19th, 2009. 7PM.

Filmi Mississauga Schedule

Wednesday, June 17th, 2009
“The Pool”, Director: C. Smith

Thursday, June 18th, 2009
“Ganesh, Wonder Boy”, Director: Srinivas Krishna,

Friday, June 19th, 2009 – Filmi Shorts

“I Do. Do I?”, Directo: Lily Ahluwalia
“Statues Come to Life”, Director: Bobby Brown
“Purple Coloured Curtains”, Director: Kyle Anderson – Produced by Pamela Sethi
“Home and Native Land”, Director: Rohan Bader
“Wires with Words”, Director: Radha Rajagopalan
“Ziddi Larki (Stubborn Girl)”, Director: Arshad Khan

Please take a look at Jay Walia talking about ‘I Do. Do I? on South Asian Focus:
http://tinyurl.com/njndt7

Filmi 10 is accepting submission. Filmi South Asian Film Festival, October 1st-4th, 2009.

 

FREE – Computer desks & file cabinets. March 19, 2009

Filed under: 05 Thursday Events, BUSINESS, COMMUNITY, FREE, HOOK ME UP — Ricardo @ 10:40 AM
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Morning everyone!!!!!
Today is a fabulous day! My friend has works for the OAYEC ( don’t ask me what it stands for) anyway but they are moving offices and have a few things to give away for FREE :D
Here’s the catch.. you gotta pick it up today… if you want it do what you have to, or pass it on :)

BTW her name is Iphia (if-Ee-Ah)
Shine on beautiful people ~Ricardo
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CH says (10:46 AM):
as u know my office is moving…and well……we still have two computer desks and the 4 file cabinets at the OAYEC
office….all MUST be picked up today!!

Location: 120 Carlton Street, Suite #209, Toronto, ON M5A 4K2
phone: (416) 323-9557
email: info@oayec.org

 

NA Debut of Designer Carlton Brown. March 16, 2009

Filed under: 05 Thursday Events, FASHION, HOOK ME UP — Ricardo @ 11:29 AM

carlton-brownBringing Caribbean Style to Canada , Designer Carlton Brown Makes his North American Debut at LG Fashion Week 2009. http://www.carltonbrowndesigns.com 

What: North American Debut of Designer Carlton Brown.
Where: LG Fashion Week – Nathan Phillips Square .
When: Thursday March 19th @ 8PM

Jamaica’s leading male designer, Carlton Brown, takes center stage as he makes his North American debut during LG Fashion Week on Thursday March 19th at 8:00PM.  Premiering his Fall 2009 line, entitled “The Collection,” he offers an eclectic mix of fabrics, colors and form-fitting designs.

Bringing a classic energy to formal wear, and infusing it with casual chic, Brown has established his eponymous label as the one to own in the Caribbean.  Featuring island-influenced colours and textures, combined with classic styling, Brown is enthusiastic about bringing his latest collection to Canada ’s fashion capital.

His latest collection is partially inspired by Jamaica ’s victories in the 2008 Summer Olympic Games, melding art, music and sports to express the theme of ‘Winner’s Goal’, an exploration of the drive, swagger and style of success.

Carlton Brown has been creating fashion for over a decade.  Born and raised in Kingston , Jamaica , Brown who through the nurturing from talented artisans, further fuelled his passion, hence developing his signature style, combining formal attire with casual chic.

Named “Caribbean Male Fashion Designer of the Year,” Carlton Brown is the name in fashion throughout Jamaica and the Caribbean .

Established in 2001, LG Fashion Week was created to showcase Toronto ’s top fashion designers. This year, the event will run from Monday March 16th, to Saturday March 21th, at Nathan Phillips Square .

http://www.carltonbrowndesigns.com

For Media inquiries and to RSVP please contact:
Kevin Pennant  kp@pennantmediagroup.com
Toronto: 416.596.2978 
Los Angeles: 818.748.7517

 

Custom made suits for $475-695 September 8, 2008

Maxwell is back in town, if you are thinking of getting a suit this is an event not o be missed. I am going this week..
see ya there – Ricardo.

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Custom made suits for $475-695

Each garment is individually hand-cut to your style and shape based on 27 of your exact measurements.

3 shirts for $135

 

All shirts have:
• fuse collar and cuffs
• a standard business pocket,
• cuff pleats
• seven button placket front
• sleeve gaunlet opening with button
• center box pleat at back.

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TORONTO

MR. K. MAXWELL will be visiting the following town on the listed dates. (PLEASE ASK HOTEL OPERATOR FOR MR. K. MAXWELL’S SUITE).

SEPTEMBER 4TH, 5TH, 6TH, 7TH 2008

TORONTO, ONT. (Toronto Airport)
Westin Bristol Place Hotel
950 Dixon Rd.
Tel: (416) 675-9444

http://www.maxwellsclothiers.com

SEPTEMBER 8TH, 9TH, 10TH, 11TH, 12TH 2008
TORONTO, ONT. (Downtown)
SHERATON CITY CENTRE HOTEL
123 Queen St. West
Tel: (416) 361-1000

http://www.maxwellsclothiers.com

SEPTEMBER 13TH, 14TH, 15TH, 16TH, 17TH, 18TH 2008
MARKHAM, ONT.
SHERATON PARKWAY HOTEL
600 Hwy 7 East
Tel: (905) 881-2121

http://www.maxwellsclothiers.com

 

Devine Brown Tickets for TONIGHT August 22/08 August 21, 2008

Filed under: 05 Thursday Events, FREE, HOOK ME UP, MUSIC — Ricardo @ 3:58 PM

Hey people,

I have two free tickets available for Divine Brown’s album release event tonight from 6:30- 7:30 at the Mod Club hosted by Warner music.  http://www.divinebrown.ca/
Please see me before 5:05pm ;) if you are interested in attending.

First come first serve
Pick up will be at 333 King Street front desk – Handle your busienss..

Nuff Luv Ricardo

 

$100 survey for women 15-20 January 5, 2008

Hey Everyone,

A friend of mine wants is looking for women age 15-20 for a survey it pays $100 for 2 hours. If you know someone that fits let me know and I will connect them with my contact.
Easy money!!!

Pass it on ~Rico

Hey,
Our client is conducting focus group market research with females 15 – 20 years of age. I was wondering if you would know someone who may fit the profile. Please let me know either way…
Christine

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Here are the details of the study:
Length: 2 hours
Honorarium: $100 cash given immediately after the group discussion. (A nice dinner will be served, as well)
Location: Bloor & Avenue Rd. Area
Date options being considered: Wednesday Jan 16th or Thursday Jan 17th
Time options being considered: 6pm or 8pm
I should have more details by Monday Jan 7th.

Thank you,
Andrew U

 

TIFF by Darlene September 6, 2007

Hey people,

My girl Darlene puts together a smokin’ list of all the hot shows at TIFF… She cuts through the fat and takes you right to the meat check it out…

Rico

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TIFF – TORONTO INT’L FILM FESTIVAL

Want to trek across the globe without living the city? TIFF welcomes int’l stars and hollywood
to Hollywood North for the festival of the year. For 10 days, Toronto plays host to the largest
and most popular international film festival with over 300 films from around the world. (more…)

 

Free Home Buyers Seminar with Andrea Donaldson July 28, 2007

Filed under: 05 Thursday Events, BUSINESS, COMMUNITY, FREE, HOOK ME UP, HOUSING — Ricardo @ 10:58 AM

Hey everyone,

A very good friend of mine Andrea is hosting a seminar for home buyers on Thursday Aug 23. She’s an amazing professional and has years of experience in Banking and with loads of credibility. You know I don’t post things I don’t believe in ;)

When you contact her let her know you’re from the Hook Me Up group and I said wadup!!!!!!!!!!! She will take care of you.

Rico

** click the flyer for a larger view **

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Reading of Secrets of a Black Boy! May 9, 2007

Filed under: 05 Thursday Events, COMMUNITY, COOL STUFF — Ricardo @ 7:04 AM

From the creators of Da Kink In My Hair and I am NOT a Dinner Mint
Kinky Dinner Productions Presents…
Reading of Secrets of a Black Boy

Many of you have asked, “When is Secrets of a Black Boy coming?”
Well, you’ll have an opportunity to be the first to see the Sexy men of Secrets of a Black Boy!!!
Consider this the male version to Da Kink In My Hair!

Come and enjoy a night of sneak peak theatre.

· Bring your business cards; it’s also a great networking opportunity.

· Bring your pictures and resumes, you never know who’ll be there

· Make it a night out with friends!

When: Thursday May 10, 2007

Time: 7:00 pm sharp

Where:
Now Lounge
189 Church Street
Toronto , Ontario

416-532-7020

Admission:
$10.00 for non-members
$5.00 for members of I am NOT a Dinner Mint Group

Please email us at dinner.mint@gmail.com to confirm your attendance and to be listed on our member’s $5.00 guest list by Wendesday by 5:00mpm. Walk-ups will pay regular admission.