Each week we filter through many events to bring you a shortlist of unique things to do in and around the city. So check back each Monday and we'll make sure you always have something to look forward to throughout the week!
Tour De Dufflet
> Get a little exercise and something sweet by cycling to all 3 Dufflet cafes in one day!
Date: Tues, May 22 to Sat, Jun 30
Venue: Dufflet locations
Toronto Friends for Life! Walk-a-thon
> Join etalk anchor Tanya Kim as she laces up her sneakers in support of Ontario SPCA.
Date: Sat, May 26
Venue: Coronation Park (Lakeshore Blvd W and Strachan Ave)
Toronto Taste
> Be a Taster at the most coveted culinary event of the year and support Second Harvest! Indulge your senses in a gastronomic adventure showcasing over 60 of Toronto's top chefs and 30 beverage purveyors.
Date: Sun, May 27
Venue: ROM (100 Queen's Park)
***DATE CHANGE*** - New Date is Friday June 22nd, 2012
Come join The Hip + Urban Girl's Guide + Mott's Clamato as we go to Caesar School inside the Live Nation VIP Lounge at Molson Amphitheatre!
Your Ticket Includes:
FOUR complimentary Caesars made by Mott's Clamato Caesar Mixing Officer, Clint Pattemore / @CaesarClint
Learn how to properly mix your own Caesars at home at Mott's Caesar School
Complimentary appetizers + snacks
Swag Bag!
We invite you after to chill out with a summer night under the stars with Sarah McLachlan + The TSO in concert right after Caesar School
Networking with 50 other Hip + Urban Girls AND Guys!
Caesar School Starts @ 5:30 PM
Sarah McLachlan with The Toronto Symphony Orchestra @ 7:30 PM
Class is in-session with Clint!
Tickets - $40, an amazing deal for a fun night out! Only 50 tickets will be made available for this event, so round-up your friends and let's go to Caesar School!
Each week we filter through many events to bring you a shortlist of unique things to do in and around the city. So check back each Monday and we'll make sure you always have something to look forward to throughout the week!
Corktown Dishcrawl
> Let's crawl through this neighbour and get to know the neighbors over an exciting culinary adventure. It's delicious and fun!
Date: Wed, May 16
Venue: Distillery District (55 Mill St)
Food Truck Eats at Peller Estates Winery
> This is the first annual Food Truck Eats at Peller Estates Winery and it will feature 16 Food Trucks and 16 Peller Estates wines overlooking the estate vineyards.
Date: Sun, May 20
Venue: Niagara on the Lake
ScotiaBank CONTACT Photography Festival
> The largest photography event in the world, is devoted to celebrating, and fostering an appreciation of the art and the profession of photography.
Date: Month of May
Venue: Various
I can barely remember the plot of the movie, 'Bring It On'. I vaguely remember Kirsten Dunst as a cheerleader and the satiric twist on cheer life. I probably can't remember because the movie came out over 12 years ago! Feel old now? With a FOUR direct-to-video sequels and now we have the MUSICAL. Oh yes.
Bring It On: The Musical is actually a whole lot of fun. As long as you don't walk in expecting a complex plotline a la Les Miserables - you will be fine. It's a story of an underdog cheerleading squad from Jackson High trying their hardest to topple their elite and evil rivals from Truman. Along the way you get to bask in some girl power storylines, social media references, watch a good girl go bad and catch some serious hip-hop moves.
Each week we filter through many events to bring you a shortlist of unique things to do in and around the city. So check back each Monday and we'll make sure you always have something to look forward to throughout the week!
Friday Night Live @ ROM
> Expect the unexpected. Be a part of history at the most unique social destination in the City. Drink and Dance among the dinosaurs, and explore events throughout the Museum.
Date: Fridays till June 22
Venue: ROM (100 Queen's Park)
Mother's Day Chocolate Tour
> Give your mother a sweet thank you - bring her on a walk around Trinity Bellwoods while sampling chocolatey treats and chat with chefs about their art.
Date: Sat, May 12
Venue: Soma Chocolatemaker (443 King St W)
Instructional Bollywood Workshop
> An introduction to various forms of Indian dancing, including Classical Indian Dance, Bollywood and Bhangra.
Date: Sat, May 12
Venue: Tarana Dance Company (589 Middlefield Rd)
The 1000 Tastes of Toronto: Street Food Festival will be back on Saturday June 9th and Sunday June 10th, 2011. Toronto's favourite restaurants will create gourmet street food as part of Luminato and each item will run you $5 and admission is free.
1000 Tastes of Toronto will be in The Distillery District this year and will have beer and wine pairing options. Think of it as an open-air smorgasboard and come hungry. Pack yourself a pile of wet naps and some bottled water.
The Drake Hotel will be hosting their ONE DAY Spring Market THIS coming Saturday May 5 from 10 am - 6 pm. Local artisans will be showing off their wares with a mix of jewelry, crafts, gifts and fun treasures from The Drake General Store. So grab yourself a coffee and mozy on over for a peek.
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo on Saturday with a $6 tequila + cilantro Caesar brunch special (11 am to 4 pm) and $5 tacos + a tequila cocktail menu (4 to 11 pm). Don Julio Tommy's margarita + cuervo sampling is also happening on the Sky Yard from 7 to 10 pm.
Each week we filter through many events to bring you a shortlist of unique things to do in and around the city. So check back each Monday and we'll make sure you always have something to look forward to throughout the week!
Vices & Virtues: NABS 28th Annual Gala
> A spectacular evening of sinful indulgences and heavenly treats. Pander to your devilish side and dress in black and red, or be virtuous and wear white and gold-the choice is yours.
Date: Thurs, May 3
Venue: CBC Building, The Atrium (250 Front St)
Street Food Block Party
> Toronto Underground Market and Food Truck Eats collaborate for the first time and promises to set a new precedent for culinary events.
Date: Sat, May 5
Venue: Evergreen Brick Works (550 Bayview Ave)
Trampoline Dodgeball
> What better way to meet new and old Yelpers through a round of 3D trampoline dodgeball? Yelpers get a 60 minute workout and relieve stress by attacking other Yelpers with dodgeballs.
Date: Sat, May 5
Venue: Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park (3636 Hawkestone Rd)
Each week we filter through many events to bring you a shortlist of unique things to do in and around the city. So check back each Monday and we'll make sure you always have something to look forward to throughout the week!
Fashion Art Toronto (FAT)
> The festival delivers a packed schedule of runway shows, live performances, music, photography exhibits, video screenings and installation exhibits, to celebrate leaders in a wide range of art forms.
Date: Tues, Apr 24 to Sat, Apr 28
Venue: Various
Hot Docs
> Canada's International Documentary Film Festival.
Date: Tues, Apr 24 to Sun, May 6
Venue: Various
Cube Nightclub
> Party to the beats of resident DJ Chris Laroque every Saturday. For guestlist, contact odie@cubetoronto.com or (647)999-1747
Date: Saturdays
Venue: 314 Queen St W
Each week we filter through many events to bring you a shortlist of unique things to do in and around the city. So check back each Monday and we'll make sure you always have something to look forward to throughout the week!
Foursquare Day Toronto!
> Join Toronto's social media lovers to celebrate Foursquare Day! Good beer, good times and ton of prizes to give away.
Date: Mon, Apr 16
Venue: The Pilot Tavern (22 Cumberland St)
How I Quit My 9-to-5
> Real life tips on achieving entrepreneurial freedom by Katrina McKay, a successful entrepreneur and owner of Ohhh Canada, podcast personality from Kat Loves Sex and DivaGirl Licensee.
Date: Wed, Apr 18
Venue: ING Direct Cafe (221 Yonge St)
AGO Massive Party
> Now entering its 8th year, this party is an absolute must-attend for culture seekers and art enthusiasts! Tickets include open bar, hors d'oeuvres, entertainment, and thought provoking art installations.
Date: Thurs, Apr 19
Venue: AGO (317 Dundas St W)
Each week we filter through many events to bring you a shortlist of unique things to do in and around the city. So check back each Monday and we'll make sure you always have something to look forward to throughout the week!
Weekly Eater
> Foodie Events taking place throughout Toronto.
Date: Mon, Apr 9 to Sun, Apr 15
Venue: Various
Foxy Originals Sample Sale
> Spice up your spring wardrobe with new earrings, bracelets, necklaces and more. Enjoy up to 80% off on Canadian made accessories.
Date: Wed, April 11
Venue: Burroughes Building (639 Queen St W)
Remodel Sexy Campaign
> Sexy Food Therapy shows you how to be sexy and healthy without any more sacrifice and punishment. 50% of proceeds go to NEDIC (National Eating Disorder Information Centre).
Date: click link above for details
Venue: online
Each week we filter through many events to bring you a shortlist of unique things to do in and around the city. So check back each Monday and we'll make sure you always have something to look forward to throughout the week!
The Bazaar Shopping Extravaganza
> RAC Boutique has curated vendors from across the city who are bringing together the best fashion for women and men in a one-stop shop. This is a free event so please RSVP to info@racboutique.com.
Date: Thurs, Apr 5 to Sun, Apr 8
Venue: Loft 580 (580 King St W)
Spring Social Mixer
> Celebrate the beginning of spring with cocktails, hors d'oeuvres and connect with new people! Our friend and hip + urban guy, Chad Tennant is hosting this social networking event.
Date: Thurs, Apr 5
Venue: Locus 144 (144 - 171 East Liberty St)
The Toronto Girls' Cupcake Ride
> Love biking and cupcakes? Kick off the 2012 biking season with a 9 km ride that starts at Prairie Girl Bakery and ends at Life is Sweet.
Date: Sat, Apr 7
Venue: Prairie Girl Bakery (106 - 18 King St E)
Each week we filter through many events to bring you a shortlist of unique things to do in and around the city. So check back each Monday and we'll make sure you always have something to look forward to throughout the week!
The Gala of Light
> Don't miss this charity event for media, movers and shakers. Hosted by television personality, Sarah Taylor, the first annual Gala of Light will feature a silent auction accompanied by appetizers, a cocktail reception and live music by DJ Lissa Monet and Ysovani. All ticket sale proceeds go to Street Haven.
Date: Thurs, Mar 29
Venue: Easy & The Fifth (225 Richmond St W)
Blowfish on Bay Anniversary Party
> Celebrate the one year anniversary of this fab sushi bar with music by DJ Morgan Shim, delicious samples from Chef G.Q. Pan and specialty sake and cocktails.
Date: Thurs, Mar 29
Venue: 333 Bay St
One Of A Kind Spring Show
> Lisa will be sharing her favourite Spring Picks and talking about fun and simple ways to brighten up your home and organize your life.
Date: Sat, Mar 31 @ 1pm
Venue: Direct Energy Centre (100 Princes' Blvd)
***Congratulations to our winners*** - The Contest is NOW Closed: Erin Atkinson, Ruslana Krantman, Allison Lee, Aine Magennis, Cindy Zimmer!
A sponsored hip + urban girl post.
We’ve all had our share of bad hair days. I know they’re impossible to eliminate, but I’m really hoping to minimize the chance. I would love to find a product that doesn’t weigh my hair down.
Our friends at Pantene Pro-V have formulated the Aqua Light collection featuring a lightweight shampoo; conditioner and a weightless conditioning shake to provide lightweight nourishment to hair - hello me!).
I’m happy to finally find a conditioner that doesn’t leave residue and the new clean-rinse formula breaks up easily upon rinsing, releasing the conditioning ingredients into my hair.
The conditioning shake is a leave-in product that you shake and spray. The two formulas combine to create a lightweight conditioner that protects your hair against heat damage.
Want to try the new Aqua Light collection for yourself?
We’re inviting a limited number of our readers for a complimentary blowout, snacks, drinks and a swag bag of goodies on:
Wednesday April 4th, 2012 @ Shagg Salon 102 Scollard Street, Toronto 7-9 PM
Join us for a hair makeover with Pantene Pro-V’s new Aqua Light collection. You’ll be pampered by the Pantene team including Pantene Consulting Stylist for Canada and Shagg co-owner, Justin German.
Sounds like fun?
You bet it is.
Click now to enter for your chance to land on our VIP list! If you’re not one of our lucky guests, not to worry. Stay tuned for more exciting things happening at Hip Urban Girl with Pantene Pro-V.
Each week we filter through many events to bring you a shortlist of unique things to do in and around the city. So check back each Monday and we'll make sure you always have something to look forward to throughout the week!
Macaron Day Toronto
> Coinciding with Macaron Day taking place in Paris, NYC and other international cities, Macaron Day in Toronto celebrates these delicate confections in support of Red Door Family Shelter.
Date: Tues, Mar 20
Venue: Various
Barley's Angels
> Join a group of women who love great beer and food! Explore beers from Belgium, Germany and Austria with beer knight, Guy McClelland.
Date: Sun, Mar 25
Venue: The Town Crier (115 John St)
Iron Cupcake
> Similar to the concept of the Iron Chef, a “secret ingredient” is announced and competitors must incorporate it into their cupcakes. Registration required.
Date: Sun, Mar 25
Venue: For The Love of Cake (171 East Liberty St, Unit 117)
Each week we filter through many events to bring you a shortlist of unique things to do in and around the city. So check back each Monday and we'll make sure you always have something to look forward to throughout the week!
Game of Thrones
> Exhibit features costumes, weaponry, props, photography and video from the set of HBO’s epic fantasy Game of Thrones, including never-before-seen items.
Date: Fri, Mar 9 to Sun, Mar 18
Venue: TIFF Bell Lightbox
Dare To Wear Love
> The show that closes 2012 Fashion Week.This is a party that is not to be missed! The funds raised at this event help to turn the tide against HIV and AIDS in Africa through the support of the Stephen Lewis Foundation.
Date: Fri, Mar 16
Venue: The Tents @ David Pecaut Square
St. Party's Day Shindig
> One of the biggest party days in the year just got bigger than ever! Irish eyes will be smiling down on Toronto and St. Lawrence Market as there will be a huge tent stretching from King Street to Front Street.
Date: Sat, Mar 17
Venue: St Lawrence Market
This post is sponsored by Kao Canada Inc.
Wait! Sure, the weather is showing signs of spring but before you take off that cute hat and unveil your luscious locks, is your colour up to par?
We turn our pretty heads to colour care expert, John Frieda to find out about their newest revolutionary product, Precision Foam Colour. This premium home colour kit allows you to get salon-precise results quickly for both root touchups and overall colour.
All Foam Hair Colourants are not created equal!
What we especially love about this product is that hair-colouring at home is now possible without holding mirrors at awkward angles and leaving a hot mess behind. The easy to apply, non-drip foam formula is thick and rich and lathers up almost like shampoo. The end result is fool-proof hair colour and shine - from the back of the head, roots to hairline!
Opening up the kit, we found the Colourant, Precision Foam Colour, after-colour conditioner, gloves and an instruction booklet.
24 Salon-Quality Shades - How to Chose Yours?
Chose from natural-looking shades ranging from bombshell blondes to flattering brunettes to sophisticated redheads.
Warm Skin Tone:
If you have warm skin undertones (golden/yellow), go for the gold and select shades that are darker than your skin such as caramel and bronze. Avoid black hair which will wash you out or blonde shades which will turn you into a carrot.
Cool Skin Tone:
If you have undertones that are pink or blue, you are super cool and should go with a ash blonde or ash brown shade. If your hair is naturally dark, burgundies and black-brown shades will compliment your natural skin. Avoid gold, copper and auburn unless you want to clash with the spring tulips.
What shade is perfect for you?
My preferred colour is "dark natural brown" which compliments my warm tanned complexion. Check out what yours is by visiting the John Frieda Shade Selector site.
Drop by Sherway Gardens on Saturday, March 10 and Sunday, March 11 and look for the John Frieda Precision Foam live billboard in the west wing in front of Scotch & Soda. We will be there with the John Frieda Team giving out complimentary sample cards so come by and say hello!
To all our Hip + Urban Girls, Happy International Women's Day on March 8!
Each week we filter through many events to bring you a shortlist of unique things to do in and around the city. So check back each Monday and we'll make sure you always have something to look forward to throughout the week!
7 Fierce Femmes
> The inaugural annual event in honour of International Women’s Day, this party is about women and men coming together to celebrate the modern-day feminista in arts and media.
Date: Wed, Mar 7
Venue: The Extension Room (30 Eastern Ave)
Couture With A Heart
> Join us for our first fundraising fashion show in support of Because I am a Girl charity and in celebration of International Women's Day.
Date: Thurs, Mar 8
Venue: W Studio (310 - 160 Pears Ave)
The Original Baby Soiree
> Browse and shop for the finest essentials for your modern parenting lifestyle while being treated to fabulous food, mocktails, pampering and gorgeous inspiration boards.
Date: Sun, Mar 11
Venue: Intercontinental Yorkville Toronto Hotel (220 Bloor St W)
Each week we filter through many events to bring you a shortlist of unique things to do in and around the city. So check back each Monday and we'll make sure you always have something to look forward to throughout the week!
Spring Cleaning Fashion Swap
> HUG and RFR presents a night of networking, fashion and fun!
Date: Mon, Feb 27
Venue: 102 - 35 Golden Ave
Cake Pops, Cake Bombs & Whoopie Pies
> Learn to bake and decorate a beautiful assortment of homemade goodies.
Date: Thurs, Mar 1
Venue: Bonnie Gordon College of Confectionary Arts (868 Eglinton Ave W)
Toronto Cat Rescue Adopt-a-thon
> Cats and kittens will be in-store waiting for their forever families to adopt them.
Date: Sat, Mar 3
Venue: Pet Uno (675 College St)
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