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EVERYTHING COOL IN TORONTO By: Ricardo McRae

Movie Wardrobe Sale this Saturday Oct. 24th. October 21, 2009

Filed under: 07 Saturday Events, FOR SALE — Ricardo @ 4:52 PM

pinewood oct 24Come check out the big Movie Wardrobe Sale, and please pass it on to anyone you think would be interested!!

I’ll be selling stuff from “Splice” (nice items worn by Sarah Polley

and Adrien Brody!), “Survival of the Dead”, “Kids in the Hall: Death Comes to Town”, and Ginger Snap III: The Beginning” as well as other interesting bits I’ve collected over the years.

Resident Evil 4 will be selling loads of unused American apparel t-shirts, as well as high end jeans and casual clothing. (Maybe even a few unused zombie outfits..)

There’s loads of vintage, so come find a halloween outfit to match your favourite character from “Mad Men”!

Date: Saturday October 24th

Time: 9AM to 5PM

Place: 225 Commissioners St.

As well as loads of clothes, there’ll be jewelry, hats, fabric,ecofriendly laundry supplies even! Local designer Jamie Gallop of MY Empire will be there, and Costume Designer Eydi Caines-Floyd will have copies of her children’s book on hand as well as original artwork.

Fall 09 - MWS postcard backWe’re in studio 7 (which is Huge), there’ll be about 40 different vendors.

Free parking, or TTC 72A bus.

There’s a $3 dollar entrance fee to raise funds for CAFTCAD.

Come check out the big Movie Wardrobe Sale, and please pass it on to anyone you think would be interested!!

I’ll be selling stuff from “Splice” (nice items worn by Sarah Polley and Adrien Brody!), “Survival of the Dead”, “Kids in the Hall: Death Comes to Town”, and Ginger Snap III: The Beginning” as well as other interesting bits I’ve collected over the years.

Resident Evil 4 will be selling loads of unused American apparel t-shirts, as well as high end jeans and casual clothing. (Maybe even a few unused zombie outfits..)

There’s loads of vintage, so come find a halloween outfit to match your favourite character from “Mad Men”!

As well as loads of clothes, there’ll be jewelry, hats, fabric, ecofriendly laundry supplies even! Local designer Jamie Gallop of MY Empire will be there, and Costume Designer Eydi Caines-Floyd will have copies of her children’s book on hand as well as original artwork.

We’re in studio 7 (which is Huge), there’ll be about 40 different vendors. Free parking, or TTC 72A bus. There’s a $3 dollar entrance fee to raise funds for CAFTCAD.

 

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


 

new Apple Store, Square One in Mississauga – get a free Apple T-shirt August 11, 2009

Filed under: 07 Saturday Events, BUSINESS, COOL STUFF, HOOK ME UP — Ricardo @ 11:42 AM

Come to the store apple, and bring your curiosity. It’s the best place to learn all about the Mac, check out an iPod, and see all the amazing things an iPhone can do. And if you find something you like, take it home that day. When you get to the store, find our Concierge in the orange shirt. The Concierge is your guide to everything from checking in for an appointment to instant checkout.

If you’re one of the first 1000 visitors, you’ll get a free Apple T-shirt.*

Store website

Address:

100 City Centre DriveMississaugaOntario L5B 2C9(905) 366 0580

 

I am Moving Free stuff March 1, 2008

Filed under: 07 Saturday Events, FOR SALE, FREE — Ricardo @ 1:39 AM

Hey everyone!

i am moving tomorrow afternoon and as I have been packing and cleaning I have realized that I have lots of stuff!!!

So… if anyone needs the following give me a call on my cell phone tonight or tomorrow morning and let me know if you are interested…

Couch and Chair – for sale for the best offer – can drop off tomorrow afternoon
Microwave – come and take it
general stuff like cutlery, wine glasses, knife block, vases, etc if you need any kitchen stuff

I don’t want to throw stuff away and would like to give it to a good home…

my cell is 647-628-4210.  I will be home after 8 pm tonight packing so feel free to call or stop over!

Hugs!

 

OSCAR PETERSON – Simply the Best A Tribute January 7, 2008

Filed under: 01 Special Events, 07 Saturday Events, COMMUNITY, FREE — Ricardo @ 1:01 PM

OSCAR PETERSON – Simply the Best A Tribute

Come and pay tribute to the late great jazz pianist Oscar Peterson for a FREE memorial concert
being held at Roy Thompson Hall. The 90-minute event will be produced by CBC Host, Andrew Craig
and featured artists will include the Nathaniel Dett Chorale, Faith Chorale, and soprano Measha Brugergosman.
The Governor General, Michaelle Jean and former Ontario Premier, Bob Rae will speak.

Mr. Peterson was a member of the Order of Canada and boasted an impressive collection of awards
including seven Grammys. During a distinguished career spanning seven decades, Mr. Peterson played
with some of the greatest jazz musicians including Ella Fitzgerald, Count Basie, Duke Ellington,
Charlie Parker and Dizzy Gillespie.

Roy Thomson Hall
(1 blk W of University, SW corner of Simcoe & King)

Time: 3 pm Doors open / Show time 4 pm

Admission:  FREE
** NOTE:  The event is open to the public on a first-come, first serve basis for seating.
You DO NOT require tickets.  Arrive Early!

 

Once upon a Roti December 7, 2007

 Hey everyone,

This one is going to be hot so to speak ;)

~RM

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Event:  Once Upon a Roti – Educational Cooking Workshop
Date: Saturday, December 15th, 2007
Time:  Noon until 5pm
Cost: $45 (required no later than Saturday, December 8th, 2007
Location: All Saints’ Kingsway Anglican Church, 2850 Bloor Street West, Toronto (close to Royal York station)
What do you get?
Not only are we making some lovely Dhalpouri, buss-up-shot and paratha, but we will also be donating a portion of the food, created by you, to a local soup-kitchen!

 

Everything About Sex Show October 16, 2007

OK It’d Backkkkkkk!!!!!!!!!! The Sex Show…

 Well I am going to be there on Saturday Taking it all in.. :\ heyy That dosent sound 2 good ??? :\ but you know what I mean.. This is not a show to miss..

Ciao Rco

 

Police Auction September 17, 2007

Filed under: 07 Saturday Events, BUSINESS, COOL STUFF, FOR SALE, FREE, HOOK ME UP — Ricardo @ 12:00 PM

York Regional Police Auction of lost & recovered articlesSaturday, September 22nd 10:00am

Vanhaven Arena
720 Davis Dr., Uxbridge, Ontario
(Durham 23 (Lakeridge Rd) N to Davis Dr & W 2 km
or Hwy 404 N to Davis Dr (Newmarket) & E 24 km.)
Over 130 bicycles, TV’s, stereos, snowboards & boots, cameras, hand & power tools, household electrical, electronic & sports equipment, etc.
Door open at 8:00am

Terms
Cash, Visa, M/C, or debit

Official partner of the Toronto Argos
GARY HILL AUCTIONS
(Division of 1361082 Ontario Limited)
Auction & Appraisal Services Since 1983
PO BOX 1030 STN MAIN UXBRIDGE ON L9P 1N3
(905) 852-9538 or 1(800) 654-4647
Cell: (416) 518-6401

garyhill.theauctionadvertiser.com

 

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…)

 

Calypso Dreams at Harbourfront’s Island Soul Festival July 30, 2007

Filed under: 06 Friday Events, 07 Saturday Events, ART, COMMUNITY, COOL STUFF, FREE, HOOK ME UP, MOVIES — Ricardo @ 10:30 AM

People people people!!! how are you all? : D

I saw this movie when it premiered in Toronto last year and it was simply A-M-A-Z-I-N-G !!! it truly captures the essence of calypso and documents our greatness. The movie gives us a behind the scene look and candid chat with the giants of Calypso. I would say more but I would give it all away.

Simply put DO NOT MISS THIS ONE!! it is even free :\ dont ask me why? I paid my good money last time to see it and it was well worth it. Buh ah goin an see it again.

look for meh.~ Rico

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August 3rd and 4th

Calypso Dreams to Highlight Harbourfront Centre’s Island Soul Festival.
Stalin, Sparrow, Singing Sandra, Superior, Crazy and Macomere Fifi to Join Kobotown and Moses Revolution on Main Concert Stage

Calypso Dreams will be staging an encore performance in Toronto as part of the Harbourfront Centre’s Island Soul Festival, August 3rd and 4th, with a pair of free screenings along with a pair of free concerts featuring some of Trinidad and Tobago’s greatest calypsonians, including Black Stalin, the Mighty Sparrow, Singing Sandra, Lord Superior and Crazy, and also featuring Toronto’s own kaiso legend, Macomere Fifi.

Dubbed the “greatest film ever made about calypso,” the award-winning documentary, Calypso Dreams, directed by Geoffrey Dunn and Michael Horne, will screen both Friday and Saturday nights at the Habourfront Centre’s Studio Theatre, beginning at 6:30 p.m.

Then come out of the cinema and catch the real deal on the Habourfront Centre’s Main Stage.

On Friday night, August 3rd, the Canadian-based band Kobtotown, headed by Drew Gonsalves, will open the show show at 8 p.m. Calypso legends Mighty Stalin, Singing Sandra, Lord Superior and Macomere Fifi will be perform from 9:30 to 11 p.m.

On Saturday night, the 8 p.m. show will feature Moses Revolution and the dynamic calypsonian Crazy. Then catch the Calypso King of the World — the Mighty Sparrow — along with Lord Superior and Macomere Fifi, from 9:30 to 11:00 p.m.

All Calypso Dreams events events at the Harbourfront Centre are free of charge.

Harbourfront Centre is located at 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto.

For information, please call 416-973-4000 or visit www.harbourfrontcentre.com

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