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Come Up To My Room

January 29, 2011 | Arts

Don't forget to catch The Gladstone Hotel's (pics from their site) 8th annual "Come Up To My Room" Exhibition this weekend. Love It! As the official CUTMR website says "Come Up To My Room (CUTMR) is the Gladstone Hotel’s annual alternative design event. This year’s show, curated by Jeremy Vandermeij and…
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Priscilla’s In Toronto!

November 10, 2010 | Arts, EntertainmentLeisure

Back in 1994, while my pal Len and I were on a west coast road trip through Washington State, we caught the Australian movie 'The Adventures of Priscilla, Queen of the Desert' during a stopover in Seattle. An unwitting entree into the campy spectacle of over-the-top drag queens performing to 'down memory lane' disco…
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A Wonderful Art Fundraiser!

November 03, 2010 | Arts, Galleries

My talented pal Michael Rae will be exhibiting some of his work from his ongoing series 'Urban Trees' (example above) at an upcoming Fundraiser in support of the Institute of Cultural Affairs. Michael will be one of twenty-seven artists offering their work for perusal and purchase this Saturday November 6th from 5 to 9 pm and…
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The Circus Is In Town!

October 07, 2010 | Arts, EntertainmentLeisure

  After hearing a couple of friends give rave reviews, I've booked tickets to go see the reputedly brilliant Cirque Eloize this weekend with a best pal visiting from New York! I'm so excited. It's at the newly renovated Sony Centre For The Performing Arts only until October 9th! This Quebec based contemporary…
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I Love Trinity Bellwoods Park

September 20, 2010 | Arts, Landscape, Real Estate, Trades

This past Saturday I bee-lined it to back-to-back appointments under ominous clouds threatening to rain. From the start of my 10am appointment til my last at 6pm, I was almost of the verge of a nervous breakdown for all the traffic and delays. With the Gardiner Expressway being closed for maintenance and repair, it reeked havoc on…
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Late News At The ROM

August 12, 2010 | Arts, Galleries

On Wednesday I attended the Royal Ontario Museum's showcase exhibit - The Warrior Emperor and China's Terracotta Army - which runs until January 2, 2011. It was an amazing history lesson - well worth navigating the crowds - but what really tickled me pink was the fourth floor show organized by…
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Happy Father’s Day!

June 20, 2010 | Arts, EntertainmentLeisure

  My father always dreamed of being an artist, but despite getting a scholarship to Art School his mother felt it wasn't appropriate. Getting a real job to help with the household was deemed right course of action, so my father shelved his dream and got work spray painting cars in an auto body shop.…
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Where House Is Home

May 22, 2010 | Arts, EntertainmentLeisure, Shows

While I celebrate the arts I must admit I don't have as much exposure to it as I'd truly like. Lucky for me, my rich social world of fab friends manage to keep me informed of events that no one should really miss. Last night was no exception.  I was completely mesmerized, transported, and captivated attending Toronto…
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Head To Toe

February 24, 2010 | Arts, Galleries, Shows

As one who has grown up surrounded by art and a community of artistic endeavors, I am pleased to invite you to a must see, upcoming exhibit of sculpture. Steven and I recently had the privilege of meeting Roger Golden, who will be participating in the Canadian Sculpture Centre's HEAD…
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Be My Valentine - No Sweetheart Required IX

February 16, 2010 | Arts, EntertainmentLeisure, Shows

On Saturday night Vince and I went to the Cabbagetown Theater Company's second annual production called "No Sweetheart Required" at Whistler's Upstairs on Broadview at Pottery Road. Vince and I went to hear our friend Marion Newman sing. Marion is a mezzo soprano who constantly rocks our world with her…
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