OsamaBinLaden
August 9th, 2004, 03:35 PM
WATCHOUT TORONTO !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
EVENTS THT JUST PASSED
Masala! Mehndi! Masti!
Masala! Mehndi! Masti! (MMM) 2004 hits Toronto for its fourth year in downtown Toronto. This year's festival has expanded dramatically - warranting two additional days! Aug 4th-8th. This year's all-star lineup features artists such as the British group The Rishi Rich Project in their Canadian debut, Dya Singh from Australia and MTV India's 'Ubharta Sitara' Bageshree Vaze. More than 75 performances and free admission events make MMM the biggest, most exciting and dynamic South Asian multi-disciplinary Arts Festival in North America. We are looking for individuals to come on board to make M!M!M! an even bigger success! So if you've got ideas - BIG ideas - give us a shout! Phone: 416.910.5057 Email:mmm@magicfeet.com
State: Ontario
Venue: Harbourfront Centre, Toronto
Date: August 04, 2004
Web: http://www.satyaarts.com
Email: jrana@satyaarts.com
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NCE Website Launch Party
Nightcralwers Entertainment Website Launch Party on Friday August 6th, 2004 at Sky Bar. Hip Hop/R&B/Raggae/House/Old School provided by DVS, TNT & SOS. Free gueslist before 11:30 PM. Free giveaways all night long. 24 hour guestlist & infoline: 416.899.8860. Watch out for the CD release of SOS & TNT's Game Spinnin' 4'. Importfest - The Official Pre-Party inside Sky Bar (enter through the Drink).
State: Ontario
Venue: Sky Bar, 132 Queens Quay East, Downtown, Toronto
Date: August 06, 2004
Web: http://www.nightcrawlers.org
Email: info@nightcrawlers.org
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MuslimFest 2004
Artistic. Innovative. Captivating. Celebrating the best in Muslim art, music, film, and culture! This full day family event features International Artists hailing from the US, the UK, South Africa, and Canada. This Unique Festival, the first of its kind in North America will amuse, create awareness and develop skills through Live Concerts, a puppet show, exhibits, an Art Gallery, classes, career counselling, story telling and a bazaar that includes food! The Living Arts Center in Mississauga is a perfect setting for the Live Concerts featuring Dawud Wharnsby Ali, Sami Yusuf, Zain Bhikha, Irfan Makki, and more. Don't forget the Live Puppet show featuring Adam and Aneesah from their hit Video Series, Adam's World. Featuring the puppeteer, Tom Vandenberg, a colleague of Jim Henson, the creator of Sesame Street. Children and Adults alike will laugh together as they learn and have fun! For Art and History lovers, the Galleria will showcase Rich Islamic Artwork from local and international artists. Exhibits and paintings including calligraphic art, early manuscripts of the Quran, and even a model of the Kaaba (in Mecca, a holy place for Muslims) - FREE Admission! Are you interested in getting a few pointers or just curious. Come and attend the Interactive Classes and learn about painting, calligraphy, song writing, film directing, etc. International and Local Films will also be on Display at the Festival. Come and attend special screenings including the launch of a few films! An Inspiring and Exciting Family Festival which you do not want to miss!For more information, please call (905) 566-1444 or visit: www.MuslimFest.com. Tickets only $19.99 for the concert and $9.99 for the Puppet show. Purchase your tickets NOW!
State: Ontario
Venue: Living Arts Centre In Mississauga - 4141 Living Arts Dr. Mississauga, ON
Date: August 07, 2004
Web: http://www.muslimfest.com
Email: info@muslimfest.com
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"Mirchi!" Masala! Mehndi! Masti's Official After Party
Hit 'Em Up Productionz and Satya Arts Association are proud to bring you the Official M!M!M! After-Party. It's happening at Bamboo Cabana (245 Queens Quay West) on Sunday August 08, 2004. Come to the after party to the event which will bring over 100 000 people down to Harbourfront over the five day period. Every year this party is sold out, so get your advance tickets for $15. Doors open at 8pm. Call (647) 886 3020 or (905) 510 8551 for tickets or more info.
State: Ontario
Venue: Bamboo Cabana (245 Queens Quay West)
Date: August 08, 2004
Email: info@hitemup.ca
EVENTS COMING UP
BLACK OUT
Night Crawlers Presents its first Annual Black Out Jam taking place n August 13th . This is the Final Summer Bash of the year and you don't want to miss out. Featuring live preformances, a Bhangra competition, free styling competition, and the rhythms of the Dhol. Night Crawler Presents Blackout on August 13th 2004, @ Grand Palace located at 5511 Steeles Ave. West. Featuring the sounds of DJ Amli, Notourious Aman, KSR, AK - 47, Rukus Soundcrew, Dr. Luv SV Soundcrew, Mc Trauma, Magic Man, J- Statik, Khardkuz and many more. This will be a vibrant night playing the latest punjabi, hip hop, tamil, and reagae tunes. Doors open at 7p.m, Semi- Formal Dress code is ineffect. Get your Tickets soon, this might be the last jam of the summer and you dont want to miss out. Tickets are only $10 but $15 at the door. For ticket in. call 416 670 6157
State: Ontario
Venue: 5511 Steeles Ave. W. Toronto Ontario
Date: August 13, 2004
Email: Blackk_Out@hotmail.com
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Western Canada Raas-Garba Competition
A fun-filled weekend in Calgary, Alberta from Sept 3-5, 2004. Teams from Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary and Toronto will be partipating in a Raas Garba Competition. Join us for a weekend of speed dating, sports competitions, open raas-garba night and the pinnacle event - the competition. Visit our website for more details: www.raasgarba.com
State: Manitoba
Venue: Check site
Date: September 03, 2004
Web: http://www.raasgarba.com
Email: info@raasgarba.com
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Chalo Dil Walo
United Way of Greater Toronto is seeking your participation in the Annual walk organized annually by United Way, in which there is a specific section by the name of "Chalo Dil Walo". Last year Chalo Dil Walo was featured in the Toronto Sun as most of the people were wearing traditional attire and the contingent was very colorful. We request you to wear South Asian inspired clothing. Any donations/ pledges are welcome. The people or group that donates or pledges more than $ 20 will also get a tax receipt. There is no cost attached to the walk. But if you wish to take part in the 5 K Run, is most welcome. The fees for registration for the run is $ 20.00 per entry. Other donations and pledges are welcome. Please spread the word, FAR and WIDE!
State: Ontario
Venue: Nathan Philips Square(DOWNTOWN), Toronto
Date: September 12, 2004
Web: http://walkunitedway.org
Email: ptandon@uwgt.org
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Rang-Tali 3
PURSHOTTAM UPADHYAY & HANSA DAVE . If this most famous pioneering names in GUJARATI music does not ring a bell, please read on: - Most prolific, multi talented, versatile melodious singer/composer - Playback singer/composer (60 films) and stage performers (9000 concerts worldwide) - Hundreds of recordings - Albums/CDs/Casettes - Winners of innumerable national and international music awards. These extraordinary singers/performers will not only entertain you with their mellifluous voice, ehchanting & captivating music but will reel the audience in humour and laughter with unique brand of mimicry, anecdotes and jokes. DO NOT miss this once in a life time opportunity to see the display of extraordinary talent. Please inform family & friends and reserve your seats early to avoid disappointment of a "Sold Out" show. Money Back Guarantee: If you do not like what you hear and leave the show within first 30 minutes, we will gladly refund you the purchase price of the ticket. Take the Challenge! Contact: Jatin Gujarati & Shailesh Desai. Phone: 416~412-1870. Admission $20 & $25 (Reserved) Group rate: 12 tickets for the price of prepaid 10 tickets.
State: Ontario
Venue: Yorkwood Library Theatre, 1785 Finch Ave. West, Toronto
Date: September 25, 2004
Email: events@mahiram.com
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Kismet Wedding Show
RBC Financial Group presents... Kismet ~ A South Asian Wedding Affair
Sunday October 3rd at the International Centre, Hall 1 (6900 Airport Rd, Mississauga). Show Hours: 10am - 7pm. Fashion Shows at 1:30 and 4:30pm. Featuring... Over 150 Vendor Booths, Free Workshops, Fashion Shows, Kismet Bridal Magazine, Free Parking and Free Giveaways! Come and experience the largest South Asian wedding show across North America! For more information, please visit www.KismetWeddingShow.com or call 416.451.7530. Contact Shilpa
Phone: 416.451.7530. Admission $5 (includes all vendor booths, fashion shows, and workshops).
State: Ontario
Venue: International Centre, 6900 Airport Road (at Derry Road), Mississauga
Date: October 03, 2004
Web: http://www.kismetweddingshow.com
Email: info@kismetweddingshow.com
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Mr Asia Manhunt 2004
If you are between ages 18-30, currently enrolled in or graduated from an educational institution or working, are Asian by birth or heritage, possess a great outgoing personality, possess cultural awareness, and want to be discovered, please contact Sonia or Lisa at 416-898-7254/ 416-788-6809. Also, you can contact us by email at cp_pageants@yahoo.ca. Many great prizes to be won including money, trips, and much more.
State: Ontario
Venue: NA (Not decided yet)
Date: December 31, 2004
Email: cp_pageants@yahoo.ca
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for Info on these events or tickets you can contact me or the E-mails of the respected organizer/sponsors.
---------------
please visit
WWW.MAHIRAM.COM--> Your Best Online Source For Desi Events In Canada !
EVENTS THT JUST PASSED
Masala! Mehndi! Masti!
Masala! Mehndi! Masti! (MMM) 2004 hits Toronto for its fourth year in downtown Toronto. This year's festival has expanded dramatically - warranting two additional days! Aug 4th-8th. This year's all-star lineup features artists such as the British group The Rishi Rich Project in their Canadian debut, Dya Singh from Australia and MTV India's 'Ubharta Sitara' Bageshree Vaze. More than 75 performances and free admission events make MMM the biggest, most exciting and dynamic South Asian multi-disciplinary Arts Festival in North America. We are looking for individuals to come on board to make M!M!M! an even bigger success! So if you've got ideas - BIG ideas - give us a shout! Phone: 416.910.5057 Email:mmm@magicfeet.com
State: Ontario
Venue: Harbourfront Centre, Toronto
Date: August 04, 2004
Web: http://www.satyaarts.com
Email: jrana@satyaarts.com
-------------------------------------------------------
NCE Website Launch Party
Nightcralwers Entertainment Website Launch Party on Friday August 6th, 2004 at Sky Bar. Hip Hop/R&B/Raggae/House/Old School provided by DVS, TNT & SOS. Free gueslist before 11:30 PM. Free giveaways all night long. 24 hour guestlist & infoline: 416.899.8860. Watch out for the CD release of SOS & TNT's Game Spinnin' 4'. Importfest - The Official Pre-Party inside Sky Bar (enter through the Drink).
State: Ontario
Venue: Sky Bar, 132 Queens Quay East, Downtown, Toronto
Date: August 06, 2004
Web: http://www.nightcrawlers.org
Email: info@nightcrawlers.org
---------------------------------------------
MuslimFest 2004
Artistic. Innovative. Captivating. Celebrating the best in Muslim art, music, film, and culture! This full day family event features International Artists hailing from the US, the UK, South Africa, and Canada. This Unique Festival, the first of its kind in North America will amuse, create awareness and develop skills through Live Concerts, a puppet show, exhibits, an Art Gallery, classes, career counselling, story telling and a bazaar that includes food! The Living Arts Center in Mississauga is a perfect setting for the Live Concerts featuring Dawud Wharnsby Ali, Sami Yusuf, Zain Bhikha, Irfan Makki, and more. Don't forget the Live Puppet show featuring Adam and Aneesah from their hit Video Series, Adam's World. Featuring the puppeteer, Tom Vandenberg, a colleague of Jim Henson, the creator of Sesame Street. Children and Adults alike will laugh together as they learn and have fun! For Art and History lovers, the Galleria will showcase Rich Islamic Artwork from local and international artists. Exhibits and paintings including calligraphic art, early manuscripts of the Quran, and even a model of the Kaaba (in Mecca, a holy place for Muslims) - FREE Admission! Are you interested in getting a few pointers or just curious. Come and attend the Interactive Classes and learn about painting, calligraphy, song writing, film directing, etc. International and Local Films will also be on Display at the Festival. Come and attend special screenings including the launch of a few films! An Inspiring and Exciting Family Festival which you do not want to miss!For more information, please call (905) 566-1444 or visit: www.MuslimFest.com. Tickets only $19.99 for the concert and $9.99 for the Puppet show. Purchase your tickets NOW!
State: Ontario
Venue: Living Arts Centre In Mississauga - 4141 Living Arts Dr. Mississauga, ON
Date: August 07, 2004
Web: http://www.muslimfest.com
Email: info@muslimfest.com
-----------------------------------------------------------
"Mirchi!" Masala! Mehndi! Masti's Official After Party
Hit 'Em Up Productionz and Satya Arts Association are proud to bring you the Official M!M!M! After-Party. It's happening at Bamboo Cabana (245 Queens Quay West) on Sunday August 08, 2004. Come to the after party to the event which will bring over 100 000 people down to Harbourfront over the five day period. Every year this party is sold out, so get your advance tickets for $15. Doors open at 8pm. Call (647) 886 3020 or (905) 510 8551 for tickets or more info.
State: Ontario
Venue: Bamboo Cabana (245 Queens Quay West)
Date: August 08, 2004
Email: info@hitemup.ca
EVENTS COMING UP
BLACK OUT
Night Crawlers Presents its first Annual Black Out Jam taking place n August 13th . This is the Final Summer Bash of the year and you don't want to miss out. Featuring live preformances, a Bhangra competition, free styling competition, and the rhythms of the Dhol. Night Crawler Presents Blackout on August 13th 2004, @ Grand Palace located at 5511 Steeles Ave. West. Featuring the sounds of DJ Amli, Notourious Aman, KSR, AK - 47, Rukus Soundcrew, Dr. Luv SV Soundcrew, Mc Trauma, Magic Man, J- Statik, Khardkuz and many more. This will be a vibrant night playing the latest punjabi, hip hop, tamil, and reagae tunes. Doors open at 7p.m, Semi- Formal Dress code is ineffect. Get your Tickets soon, this might be the last jam of the summer and you dont want to miss out. Tickets are only $10 but $15 at the door. For ticket in. call 416 670 6157
State: Ontario
Venue: 5511 Steeles Ave. W. Toronto Ontario
Date: August 13, 2004
Email: Blackk_Out@hotmail.com
--------------------------------------------------------
Western Canada Raas-Garba Competition
A fun-filled weekend in Calgary, Alberta from Sept 3-5, 2004. Teams from Vancouver, Edmonton, Calgary and Toronto will be partipating in a Raas Garba Competition. Join us for a weekend of speed dating, sports competitions, open raas-garba night and the pinnacle event - the competition. Visit our website for more details: www.raasgarba.com
State: Manitoba
Venue: Check site
Date: September 03, 2004
Web: http://www.raasgarba.com
Email: info@raasgarba.com
----------------------------------------
Chalo Dil Walo
United Way of Greater Toronto is seeking your participation in the Annual walk organized annually by United Way, in which there is a specific section by the name of "Chalo Dil Walo". Last year Chalo Dil Walo was featured in the Toronto Sun as most of the people were wearing traditional attire and the contingent was very colorful. We request you to wear South Asian inspired clothing. Any donations/ pledges are welcome. The people or group that donates or pledges more than $ 20 will also get a tax receipt. There is no cost attached to the walk. But if you wish to take part in the 5 K Run, is most welcome. The fees for registration for the run is $ 20.00 per entry. Other donations and pledges are welcome. Please spread the word, FAR and WIDE!
State: Ontario
Venue: Nathan Philips Square(DOWNTOWN), Toronto
Date: September 12, 2004
Web: http://walkunitedway.org
Email: ptandon@uwgt.org
--------------------------------------------------
Rang-Tali 3
PURSHOTTAM UPADHYAY & HANSA DAVE . If this most famous pioneering names in GUJARATI music does not ring a bell, please read on: - Most prolific, multi talented, versatile melodious singer/composer - Playback singer/composer (60 films) and stage performers (9000 concerts worldwide) - Hundreds of recordings - Albums/CDs/Casettes - Winners of innumerable national and international music awards. These extraordinary singers/performers will not only entertain you with their mellifluous voice, ehchanting & captivating music but will reel the audience in humour and laughter with unique brand of mimicry, anecdotes and jokes. DO NOT miss this once in a life time opportunity to see the display of extraordinary talent. Please inform family & friends and reserve your seats early to avoid disappointment of a "Sold Out" show. Money Back Guarantee: If you do not like what you hear and leave the show within first 30 minutes, we will gladly refund you the purchase price of the ticket. Take the Challenge! Contact: Jatin Gujarati & Shailesh Desai. Phone: 416~412-1870. Admission $20 & $25 (Reserved) Group rate: 12 tickets for the price of prepaid 10 tickets.
State: Ontario
Venue: Yorkwood Library Theatre, 1785 Finch Ave. West, Toronto
Date: September 25, 2004
Email: events@mahiram.com
---------------------------------------------
Kismet Wedding Show
RBC Financial Group presents... Kismet ~ A South Asian Wedding Affair
Sunday October 3rd at the International Centre, Hall 1 (6900 Airport Rd, Mississauga). Show Hours: 10am - 7pm. Fashion Shows at 1:30 and 4:30pm. Featuring... Over 150 Vendor Booths, Free Workshops, Fashion Shows, Kismet Bridal Magazine, Free Parking and Free Giveaways! Come and experience the largest South Asian wedding show across North America! For more information, please visit www.KismetWeddingShow.com or call 416.451.7530. Contact Shilpa
Phone: 416.451.7530. Admission $5 (includes all vendor booths, fashion shows, and workshops).
State: Ontario
Venue: International Centre, 6900 Airport Road (at Derry Road), Mississauga
Date: October 03, 2004
Web: http://www.kismetweddingshow.com
Email: info@kismetweddingshow.com
------------------------------------------------------
Mr Asia Manhunt 2004
If you are between ages 18-30, currently enrolled in or graduated from an educational institution or working, are Asian by birth or heritage, possess a great outgoing personality, possess cultural awareness, and want to be discovered, please contact Sonia or Lisa at 416-898-7254/ 416-788-6809. Also, you can contact us by email at cp_pageants@yahoo.ca. Many great prizes to be won including money, trips, and much more.
State: Ontario
Venue: NA (Not decided yet)
Date: December 31, 2004
Email: cp_pageants@yahoo.ca
-----------------------------------------
for Info on these events or tickets you can contact me or the E-mails of the respected organizer/sponsors.
---------------
please visit
WWW.MAHIRAM.COM--> Your Best Online Source For Desi Events In Canada !