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The Heart Of Havana Night Themes

The Heart Of Havana Night Themes

Havana. The tropical Cuban capital that brings true Spanish art, festivals and performances to life! Although the summer months of 30-degree weather is finally upon us, Toronto and Cuba are vastly different, but we were able to bring a Havana nights theme event to the...

Eight Ways to Host a Sweet Corporate Canada Day Celebration eh!

Eight Ways to Host a Sweet Corporate Canada Day Celebration eh!

How great is it for Canadians to celebrate Canada Day in the summer? Many corporations take this opportunity to combine the celebration of Canada Day with their annual Corporate Summer Event. Let’s face it, what is a celebration without food? When invitations specify...

Where Have All the Barbies Gone?

Where Have All the Barbies Gone?

There are two different dates that changed the toy industry, particularly for girls.  In 1959 Barbie was born and in 2014 Elsa and Anna were introduced and the movie Frozen became an instant success. Frozen became a welcome change in movies not only for the animation...

Your Corporate Event Budget….Let’s Get Real

Your Corporate Event Budget….Let’s Get Real

How things have changed! Growing up in the 60’s it was considered impolite or crass to ask how much a person made for a living or how much their home or car cost. Nowadays we must provide full disclosure and be transparent in the corporate and political world. We all know how much the Prime Minister, CEO’s of the major banks and high government officials earn. Nothing is hidden. Nothing is secret.

Summertime and the Livin’ is Easy

Summertime and the Livin’ is Easy

Dear Jane, I heard you were assigned the task of planning and executing your Corporate Picnic Event again this summer. I also heard that you spent hours and hours of not only work time but personal time planning fun activities for your company picnic last year. Kind...

9 Reasons You Need to Plan Your Company Picnic Now!

9 Reasons You Need to Plan Your Company Picnic Now!

1. Book your venue as soon as possible 2. Top rentals will book up quickly too! 3. Popular caterers will be difficult to schedule without advanced notice 4. Planning ahead helps you avoid stress 5. You’ll have more time for creative development and theme-planning 6....

Is it “Merry Christmas” or “Happy Holidays”?

Is it “Merry Christmas” or “Happy Holidays”?

As an event planner in Toronto, I have been racking my brain trying to think of when I stopped asking my clients if they were going forward with their Corporate Christmas Party. It appears over the past 10 years I changed over to Corporate Holiday Party, but I cannot...

Twists and Turns: The History of The Pretzel

Twists and Turns: The History of The Pretzel

To many, the pretzel is just a salty snack to be enjoyed at any outdoor event, but did you know that the history of the pretzel actually goes back more than a thousand years? Believe it or not, it all started with some Catholic monks who enjoyed baking!?! Bracellae...

These 10 Hot Game Rentals Will Be a Smash Hit at Your Corporate Event!

These 10 Hot Game Rentals Will Be a Smash Hit at Your Corporate Event!

Where Do Game Rentals Fit in Best? Having a strong team in your office is essential for the success of your business, and building a strong team can only be accomplished with purposeful team building activities. These don’t have to be the trust fall and human knot...

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