Meet Brownman Ali, Canada's Preeminent Jazz Trumpeter @ Annette Street, Toronto, ON - Fri Feb 1st!

                                                                           Photo courtesy TPL website

Meet Brownman Ali, Canada's Preeminent Jazz Trumpeter

Fri Feb 01, 2019
12:45 p.m. - 1:45 p.m.
60 mins

Location: Annette Street, 145 Annette Street, Toronto, ON

As part of TPL's Black History Month activities, come meet one of Canada's preeminent jazz artists - trumpet player Brownman Ali. but We'll take a look at a short film BRAVO! did on his life, then Brownman will speak, and finally give us some live music! You won't want to miss this special event!

More info click here

Full schedule of BHM events click here

Afro-Jamaican Music and Oral Artistry @ York Woods Theatre, Toronto, ON - Fri Feb 1st!

Afro-Jamaican Music and Oral Artistry is a mix of music, talk and visuals about the rich African retentions found in Jamaica's history, culture, religion, language, Anancy stories and icons such as Miss Lou, Harry Belafonte, Bob Marley, Marcus Garvey and more. Presented by Jamaican/Canadian guitarist, composer, teacher, and Afro-Jamaican oral artist, Maurice Gordon.

Fri Feb 01, 2019
6:00 p.m. - 7:30 p.m.
90 mins

Location: York Woods, 1785 Finch Avenue West, Toronto, ON

This event will be held in the theater. Register early. Space is limited.

More info click here

Full schedule of BHM events click here

Kuumba - For the Love of Money: A Conversation Around Sex Work and Black Bodies @ Studio Theatre - Fri Feb 1st & Reflections of Love Photography Exhibit @ Marilyn Brewer Community Space, Harbourfront Centre, Toronto, ON - Fri Feb 1st - Thurs Feb 28th!

This weekend

Reflections of Love

In honor of Black History Month, this thoughtful photography exhibit explores the many forms of love found within our black communities through reflections of self, identity and acceptance. Power within vulnerability and healing can only come through togetherness and conversation. This is a true celebration of exemplified strength in people with deep roots and heritage.

Curated by Ashley McKenzie-Barnes.

Featuring
Quil Lemons (NYC)
Sean Brown
Stella Fakiyesi
Jah Grey
Yannick Anton

Friday, February 1, 2019
10:00am–11:00pm

In honor of Black History Month: a thoughtful photography exhibit explores the many forms of love found within our black communities.

Event run: February 1–28, 2019

PRICE
Admission: Free

Location:  Marilyn Brewer Community Space, Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto, ON

Friday, February 1, 2019
10:00am–11:00pm

Saturday, February 2, 2019
10:00am–7:00pm

Sunday, February 3 – Thursday, February 28, 2019
10:00am–9:00pm

More info click here

Please note: On select weekdays, exhibition hours may vary to accommodate other programs.
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For the Love of Money: A Conversation Around Sex Work and Black Bodies

Friday, February 1, 2019

This conversation looks to create space for sex workers to debunk some of the myths around their profession.

Event run: February 1, 2019

FREE
Advance registration recommended

Registration opens January 11 and closes January 31.

Walk-ups subject to availability.

Friday, February 1, 2019
8:00pm–10:00pm
Studio Theatre
235 Queens Quay West, Harbourfront Centre, Toronto, ON

More info click here

For more info and full Kuumba Schedule click here

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater @ Sony Centre For The Performing Arts, Toronto, ON - Fri Feb 1st & Sat Feb 2nd!

Alvin Ailey American Dance Theater

Fri Feb 1 - 8:00 PM
Sat Feb 2 - 2:00PM & 8:00PM

Location:  Sony Centre For The Performing Arts, 1 Front St E, Toronto, ON

Tickets:  $85 - $157

For tickets click here

Redemption - A Reggae Story @ Noir, Toronto, ON - Fri Feb 1st (Day 1) & featuring Romain Virgo (Day 2) - Sat Feb 2nd!

Toronto, are you ready for something BIG...Something so big we made it a FULL weekend event

It's the Redemption Bob and Lovers Rock Weekend Friday February 1st and Saturday February 2nd
Yes we have made the Bob and Lovers Rock edition of Redemption a weekend event!

For this we tell A REGGAE STORY inside the celebration on Friday...and then on the Saturday we feature Romain Virgo inside the concert series of this weekend long event!

Redemption is the Ultimate Reggae Experience in Toronto.

Don't miss a celebration of two of reggae legends Bob and Dennis... alongside the Redemption Family and ROMAIN VIRGO.

Get your tickets at all Redemption outlets including Play De Record, Broadway Fashions, Charlie's, Drupatees, Shine Barber Salon and more at dbandit.com

Redemption - A Reggae Story Friday February 1st inside Noir!

Redemption featuring Romain Virgo in FULL concert inside Rebel Saturday February 2nd

Location: Noir Niteclub, 11, Polson Street, Toronto, ON

Time:  10:30p - 3:30a

Tickets:

Day 1 - $25 / Combo Ticket: $70
Combo = Day 1 Reg + Day 2 VIP (available on Day 1 listing)

Day 2 - $40.00
Day 2 Floor VIP - $60.00

For tickets click here or here

For info call 416-930-9650 or search D Bandit on facebook or log on to Website

MCs or Hosts : Mr Presto, Cosby

DJ's: The Redemption Family

The Ugly Black Woman: Reflections in Song and Discussion featuring Nicky Lawrence @ Hart House, 7 Hart House Circle, Toronto, ON - Fri Feb 1st!

"The Ugly Black Woman: Reflections in Song and Discussion."

Join us for this one night only performance with actor and powerful vocalist Nicky Lawrence featuring the songs and stories of female jazz and blues greats—Billie, Ella, Nina, Lena, Etta, Dinah and Sarah. This musical journey and discussion will not only reflect on their histories, but also consider the present realities and emerging futures for black Canadian women and black female artists globally.

Nicky’s personal experiences and perspectives on the “ugly black woman”, through her own stories and music, will be part of this unique concert and dialogue.

Location: Hart House, 7 Hart House Circle, Toronto, ON

Time: 6:30p - 8:30p

For more info please click here

This event is part of #HartHouseBlackFutures. Learn more: here

Facebook event page here

Sean Stanley & Miss Dior Live @ Harlem Restaurant, Toronto, ON - Fri Feb 1st!

Swingin' , stomping, and singin, on Spirtuals, Ragtime, Blues & Jazz standards, The Sean Stanley Trio & Sokhna-Dior are an improvisational group of talented musicians dedicated to respecting the true spirit of Jazz.

Founded by Sean Stanley on piano and vocals, and Sokhna-Dior on vocals and percussion, the group regularly features some of the city's most talented musicians on upright bass, drums, trombone, trumpet and more.

Website

Location:  HARLEM Underground, 745 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON

TIME:  7:00PM - 10:30PM

For more information visit Harlem Restaurant Website

Fly Fridays - Black Diamond @ Luxy Nightclub, Vaughan, ON - Fri Feb 1st!

FLY FRIDAYS PRESENTS

Friday February 1st, 2019

BLACK DIAMOND

Luxy Fridays . Reloaded

Inside Luxy Nightclub, 60 Interchange Way, Vaughan, ON

FREE Guest List Before 11:30pm

VIP Bottle Service Packages Starting At $390 Inc. Tax/Tip

Hip Hop x Reggae x Dancehall x Trap

Performed By -
Whitebwoy x Spex x Infamous x Capone x Mon A Gallis x Worm Da MC

Bottle Service Packages -

STANDARD FLY
$390 | Tax & Tip Included
2 Standard Bottles Of Your Choice
Free Admission
Private Table
VIP Service
VIP Entrance
Line By Pass

PREMIUM FLY
$460 | Tax & Tip Included
2 Premium Bottles Of Your Choice
Free Admission
Private Table
VIP Service
VIP Entrance
Line By Pass

ULTRA FLY
$500 | Tax & Tip Included
2 Ultra Premium Bottles Of Your Choice
Free Admission
Private Table
VIP Service
VIP Entrance
Line By Pass

For guestlist click here

RSVP -
647.918.5694 | info@flyfridays.ca | Website | #luxyflyfridays

Fabulous Fridays @ Calypso Hut, Brampton, ON - Fri Feb 1st!

THE #1 FRIDAY NIGHT PARTY IN BRAMPTON PERIOD!

Fabulous Fridays

MUSIC BY:

TORONTO'S FINEST

Inside

CALYPSO HUT, 263 QUEEN ST. EAST, BRAMPTON, ON

$150 Hennessy special all night

HAPPY HOUR FROM 7PM-11PM

19+ Doors open @10pm

FREE B4 11:30PM FOR EVERYONE

Tickets:  $10

For Tickets click here

Info | Birthdays| Booths| Reservations

416 888 1992 | 905 790 3648

Rum Shop @ Palm Palace, Brampton, ON - Fri Feb 1st!

Friday, February 1st 2019

www.wiconline.com & in association with Fever Fridays
presents

RUM SHOP

inside
Palm Palace
50 Kennedy Rd South
Brampton, ON

Time: 10PM - 3AM

Breakdown
Fresh Cut De Mayor
DJ Navi
DJ Sizzla
Mr Audio from Audio Ambassadors
DNR
ADP ft. SELECTOR G

Playing the best in Chutney, Hindi film songs and West Indian Music
$5 4 LADIES B4 11PM
3 DRINKS 4 $10 B4 MIDNIGHT

19+ ID Required

For tickets click here

Sponsored in part by It's Stylz Entertainment

$5 @ Live Fridays @ Live Resto Lounge, Ajax, ON - Fri Feb 1st!

$5 @ Live Fridays

Top 40's, Hiphop, Dancehall

Soca, Reggae, Latin, RnB

Ladies Free

$5 Cover

$5 Henny $5 Ciroc

$5 Corona $5 Heineken

DJ DMS

DJ STUBBS

19+ Id required

No Hats or hoodies

Doors open 10pm

Bottle Service Pre order Save 15%

Location:   Live Resto Lounge, 235, Salem Road South, Ajax, ON

For tickets click here

Guestlist Booth and Reservations

Call 905- 683-5483

Old School vs New School Fridays @ Sugar Daddy's Nightclub, Mississauga, ON - Fri Feb 1st!

OLD SCHOOL VS NEW SCHOOL FRIDAYS

INSIDE THE NEWLY RENOVATED

SUGAR DADDYS NIGHTCLUB, 5165 DIXIE RD, MISSISSAUGA, ON (4 LIGHTS SOUTH OF THE 401)

TIME:  10P - 3A

PLAYING THE BEST IN OLD SCHOOL REGGAE, DANCEHALL, SOCA, HIPHOP AND CLUB ANTHEMS

MUSIC BY MAX B INSIDE (OLD SCHOOL) AND DJ RITZ (NEW SCHOOL)

STYLE CODE STRICTLY ENFORCED *DRESS TO IMPRESS*

LADIES FREE BEFORE MIDNIGHT

FOR BOTTLE SERVICE CALL 905 602 4990 OR EMAIL
SUGARDADDYSGUESTLIST@GMAIL.COM

Silent Party Game Night @ Dave and Busters, Vaughan, ON - Thurs Jan 31st!

Get Ready Toronto

Miami's Tech Savy Silent Disco aka Wireless Headphone Glow Party is now in your home town!

We've carefully selected one of the hottest venues Dave and Busters to bring together the sounds of NYC, MIA and T.O. under one roof!

3 Top DJ's competing for your listening pleasure! With a simple flick of a switch on our wireless LED headsets you can transport yourself to sunny Miami, dancing to hard hitting EDM and Trap baselines with remixes of Drake, Rihanna and more.

Slide that switch up and your at a Ny party with Caribbean, Latin, Afro and Tribal beats. One more click and your rocking out with Toronto's Finest and some hot Old Skool tracks from Biggie, Micheal Jackson, Bon Jovi and more.

Tell a friend, Call a friend, Bring a friend. Only 200 headphones available.

It you haven't been to Dave and Busters yet, prepared to be transported back to your nostalgic youth in an adult arcade equipped with every digital and analog game imagined!

Prepare to dance and sweat the night away while singing at the top of your lungs, all of the words you wished you memorized, but who cares, nobody is listening, we all have headphones on. Our Tickets includes party access and *Unlimited Arcade Game play for the whole night!

"The Revolution will not be Heard".

Location: Dave and Busters, 120 Interchange Way Vaughan, ON

Time: 8p - 12a

Tickets:  $15 - $20

For tickets click here

For additional questions please contact Junior at 416.677.8770

Presented by Silent Revolution Events

*Limited to Non-Ticketed arcade games, Shooting, Driving, Racing etc... subject to change, based on availability.

Tun Ova Thursdays @ Sugar Daddy's Nightclub, Mississauga, ON - Thurs Jan 31st!

TUN OVA THURSDAYS

INSIDE THE NEWLY RENOVATED

SUGAR DADDY'S NIGHTCLUB, 5165 DIXIE RD, MISSISSAUGA, ON (4 LIGHTS SOUTH OF THE 401)

THE LONGEST RUNNING THURSDAY NIGHT PARTY IN THE CITY

WORLD FAMOUS WITH THE TOP DJS IN THE COUNTRY SPINNING LIVE ON Z 103.5 FM

WITH RESIDENT DJ RITZ AND HOSTED BY THE LEGENDARY MC SLICK VIC

STYLE CODE IN EFFECT  - CASUAL ATTIRE / NO HATS / NO SWEATS / NO BAGGY CLOTHING

THIS IS THE ONLY NIGHT RUNNING SHOES ARE ALLOWED

LADIES FREE BEFORE MIDNIGHT

FOR BOTTLE SERVICE CALL 905 602 4990 OR EMAIL SUGARDADDYSGUESTLIST@GMAIL.COM

Irie-Okee Thursdays @ The Real Jerk, Toronto, ON - Thurs Jan 31st!

Irie-Okee Thursday's

Hosted by Carl Lyte aka MC Lytesout

Best IRIE-OKEE Jam in Toronto

Location:  The Real Jerk, 842 GERRARD AVE E @ CARLAW AVE, Toronto, ON

Join us for Irie-Okee Thursday's from 9:30 pm

Real Jerk Beer or Amsterdam Pitcher $13.99
Carib, Stag and Red Stripe Bucket $20

Starting Practicing your Songs

Huge playlist, great way to hang out with your friends every Thursday's

Book Your Christmas or Birthday Party

Everything will be IRIE

For info or reservations
therealjerk@therealjerk.com / 416-463-6055

MAS Thursdays - Mas Gracias @ El Rancho Latin Nightclub, Toronto, ON - Thurs Jan 31st!

GUSTO Toronto & El Rancho Present:

Mas Gracias

We are are so touched by all those that came out to show their support for MAS Thursdays. Thank you for the 3+ years of MAS Thursdays.

Because last Thursday was such a success, we have decided to continue this excitement right through January by only charging $5 cover before 11pm.

Let's keep MAS Thursdays strong right through 2019!!

Share the love of dance this year!

Everyone who clicks going will automatically be submitted into our guest list.

That simple!

9PM Dance lessons

19+

Dress code is fashionable attire. We do not permit hats,
sandals, boots, athletic wear such as jerseys, shorts or baggy clothing. Management reserves all rights to refuse entry.

Location: El Rancho Latin Nightclub, 430 College St, Toronto, ON

Facebook event page here 

It’s About Time: Dancing Black in Canada 1900-1970 @ The Theatre Centre, Toronto, ON - Wed Jan 30th - Fri Feb 15th!

It’s About Time: Dancing Black in Canada 1900-1970 illuminates the largely undocumented dance history of Canada’s Black population before 1970. Featured are individual performing artists such as Leonard Gibson, Ola Skanks, Ethel Bruneau and Joey Hollingsworth. The exhibit exposes the representation of Blackness on Canadian stages by non-black artists through blackface, as well as audience and media reception of Black performance in Canada during this era. It’s About Time explores legislation and leisure culture, dance lessons and the role of social dances at mid-century.

It’s About Time was first commissioned by Dance Collection Danse Archives and Gallery and opened in January of 2018. From June-August 2018, it was at OCAD’s Ignite Gallery. In 2019, SummerWorks Performance Festival has invited the exhibition as part of Progress.

Exhibition Curated by Seika Boye

Free entry.
Open daily January 30 – February 15 from 12:00pm - 7:30pm, excluding Sundays
Venue: The Theatre Centre, Upstairs Gallery, 1115 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON

Special events:
Jan 31, 6:00pm: Opening & Curator Tour
Feb 5, 6:00pm: Curator Tour


Progress, an international festival of performance and ideas, is collectively curated and presented by a rotating series of Canadian organizations, operating within a contemporary performance context. The fourth edition of the Festival is curated by FADO Performance Art Centre, Festival of Recorded Movement, SummerWorks Performance Festival, Native Earth Performing Arts, The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery, the red light district, The Theatre Centre, Uma Nota Culture and Why Not Theatre.

Website | #progressTO

Facebook event page here

Latin Wednesdays @ &Company Resto Bar, Mississauga, ON - Wed Jan 30th!

JOIN US FOR LATIN WEDNESDAYS AS WE WILL BE GIVING AWAY A PAIR OF TICKETS TO ARIANA GRANDE'S CONCERT!

NO PURCHASE NECESSARY - JUST SHOW UP and STAY FOR THE NIGHT!

MAIN ROOM MECHON/DJ DEEPS/ITZ NICO P
(TOP 40 LATIN / SALSA / MERENGUE / BACHATA)

COMPLIMENTARY DANCE LESSON AT 10PM

LADIES FREE ALL NIGHT

$5 CORONAS

DINNER RESERVATIONS FROM 9PM

NIGHT-LIFE COMMENCES AT 10PM

Location:  &Company Resto Bar, 295 Enfield Place, Mississauga, ON

RSVP NOW!

905.808.2112

INFO@ANDCOMPANY.CA

Facebook event page here

Comedy Nights @ Live Resto Lounge, Ajax, ON - Wed Jan 30th!

Every Wednesday join us and the Vince Carmichael team of comedians for a night filled with laughter. doors open at 8pm. Kitchen will be open late.

Location:  Live Resto Lounge, 235, Salem Road South, Ajax, ON

Time: 8p - 11p

Free

Neil Brathwaite Live @ Harlem Underground, Toronto, ON - Mon Jan 28th!

NEIL BRATHWAITE

Raised in Montreal, Quebec, with West Indian roots in Barbados, Saxophone player Neil Brathwaite is a well-known jazz musician in Toronto.

Time:  8:00PM - 11:30pm

Location:  HARLEM UNDERGROUND, 745 Queen St. West, Toronto, ON

Website

Gyles Live @ Harlem Underground, Toronto, ON - Fri Jan 25th!

G Y L E S

Powerhouses vocalist and thoughtful lyricist - Ladies and Gentlemen: meet Gyles. One cannot deny this hardworking dynamo as her talents have amassed an impressive array of industry accomplishments.

Gyles' vocals are behind the hook of Juno and Much Music Award winner Carlos Morgan's "Baby c'mon", featured on Groove Essentials Volume 1. Soon after, she provided background vocals for Juno award winner Jully Black and Juno nominee Camille Douglas. Having been noticed quickly for a singing style bathed with sparkly tenacity, Gyles was brought on board as lead vocalist for Toronto neo-soul band Jamesking. Two of her songs have been awarded second place at the 2008 and 2010 Radio Star National Songwriter's Competition. One of which, has been featured in the major motion picture: Shark City - starring Vivica A. Fox. Her live performances have garnered her headlining honors for the 2008 Montreal Funk Festival and opening in 2009 for Ivana Santilli during Canadian Music Week.

Gyles is now on the most exciting chapter of her musical journey: writing for her solo debut. Spring 2012 will see the launch of her debut single “On One Knee” - a perfect mix of old-school danceability, playful imagery and silky strong vocals that will surely capture fans who appreciate real music, both young & young at heart.

Location: Harlem Underground, 745 Queen Street West, Toronto, ON

Time:  7:00PM - 10:30PM

For more information visit Harlem Restaurant Website

Fly Fridays - Winter Wonderland Celebrating The Birthday OF DJ Whitebwoy @ Luxy Nightclub, Vaughan, ON - Fri Jan 25th!

Friday January 25th, 2018

Fly Fridays - Winter Wonderland

The Capricorn and Aquarius Birthday Celebration

Celebrating The Birthday OF DJ Whitebwoy

Location:  Luxy Nightclub, 60 Interchange Way, Vaughan, ON

Time:  11P - 4A

$20 Adm Guaranteed all Night Adm
$10 Guest List Before 11:30pm

Hip Hop x Reggae x Dancehall x Trap

Performed By -
Whitebwoy x Spex x Infamous x Capone x Mon A Gallis x Worm Da MC

For guestlist & tickets click here

Bottle Service Packages -

STANDARD FLY
$390 | Tax & Tip Included
2 Standard Bottles Of Your Choice
Free Admission
Private Table
VIP Service
VIP Entrance
Line By Pass

PREMIUM FLY
$460 | Tax & Tip Included
2 Premium Bottles Of Your Choice
Free Admission
Private Table
VIP Service
VIP Entrance
Line By Pass

ULTRA FLY
$500 | Tax & Tip Included
2 Ultra Premium Bottles Of Your Choice
Free Admission
Private Table
VIP Service
VIP Entrance
Line By Pass

RSVP -
647.918.5694 | info@flyfridays.ca | Website | #luxyflyfridays

VIP Table Reservations: 647 918 5694 \ 905 761 9671

Yung Tory Live @ JC Banquet Hall, Scarborough, ON - Fri Jan 25th!

                                                   
                                                         Photo Credit:  Carol A. Allen


UPNE6XT

PRESENTS
YUNG TORY

LIVE

FRIDAY JANUARY 25 2019

INSIDE
JC BANQUET HALL, 1686 ELLESMERE ROAD,  SCARBOROUGH, ON

DOORS OPEN 9PM
SHOWTIME 12PM

$30 ADVANCE

FOR TICKETS CLICK HERE

CALL JAMES FOR INFO OR TICKETS
647-648-8763

Old School vs New School Fridays @ Sugar Daddy's Nightclub, Mississauga, ON - Fri Jan 25th!

OLD SCHOOL VS NEW SCHOOL FRIDAYS

INSIDE THE NEWLY RENOVATED

SUGAR DADDYS NIGHTCLUB, 5165 DIXIE RD, MISSISSAUGA, ON (4 LIGHTS SOUTH OF THE 401)

TIME:  10P - 3A

PLAYING THE BEST IN OLD SCHOOL REGGAE, DANCEHALL, SOCA, HIPHOP AND CLUB ANTHEMS

MUSIC BY MAX B INSIDE (OLD SCHOOL) AND DJ RITZ (NEW SCHOOL)

STYLE CODE STRICTLY ENFORCED *DRESS TO IMPRESS*

LADIES FREE BEFORE MIDNIGHT

FOR BOTTLE SERVICE CALL 905 602 4990 OR EMAIL
SUGARDADDYSGUESTLIST@GMAIL.COM

The Rebirth @ Calypso Hut, Brampton, ON - Fri Jan 25th!

1 VENUE.1 MEGA PARTY.

THE ANNUAL CAPRICORN & AQUARIUS CELEBRITY BIRTHDAY CELEBRATION

\\\\\\\"THE REBIRTH\\\\\\\"

FRIDAY JANUARY 25TH 2019

AT

CALYPSO HUT, 263 QUEEN ST., BRAMPTON, ON

TIME:  9:00P - 3:00A

MUSIC BY: TORONTO'S TOP DJ'S

PLAYING THE BEST OF TRAP|REGGAE|HIP HOP|TOP 40|SOCA

LADIES FREE ALL NIGHT ON GUESTLIST

CAPRICORN & AQUARIUS FREE ALL NIGHT

OR

PURCHASE YOUR /$10 ADVANCE TICKETS HERE

19+ id a must / free parking / dress code: casual

INFO - BIRTHDAYS - VIP BOOTHS

416 888 1992

5th Annual Rags To Riches - Ballers Paradise @ Location T.B.A., Toronto, ON - Fri Jan 25th!

5th Annual Rags To Riches - Ballers Paradise

Venue To Be Announced

Time: 10p - 3a

Friday Jan 25th 2019

DJ Flare Live From Jamaica

$30 Advance Tickets

For tickets click here

Film Screening - Daughters of the Dust AGO - Art Gallery of Ontario, Torotnto, ON - Wed Jan 16th - Sat Jan 19th!

At the dawn of the 20th century, a multi-generational family in the Gullah community on the Sea Islands off of South Carolina – former West African slaves who adopted many of their ancestors’ Yoruba traditions – struggle to maintain their cultural heritage and folklore while contemplating a migration to the mainland, even further from their roots.

The first wide release by a black female filmmaker, Daughters of the Dust was met with wild critical acclaim and rapturous audience response when it initially opened in 1991. Casting a long legacy, "Daughters of the Dust" still resonates today, most recently as a major in influence on Beyonce’s video album "Lemonade." Restored (in conjunction with UCLA) for the first time with proper color grading overseen by cinematographer Arthur Jafa, audiences will finally see the film exactly as Julie Dash intended.

Location: AGO - Art Gallery of Ontario, 317 Dundas Street West, Toronto, ON

Dates:  Jan 16 - 19, 2019

Time:  Jan 16 & 18 @ 7:00 pm - 9:00 pm
           Jan 19 @ 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Tickets:  Member Price - $12.00 / Public Price - $14.00 / Student Price - $10.00

For tickets click here

Comedy Nights @ Live Resto Lounge, Ajax, ON - Wed Jan 16th!

Every Wednesday join us and the Vince Carmichael team of comedians for a night filled with laughter. doors open at 8pm. Kitchen will be open late.

Location:  Live Resto Lounge, 235, Salem Road South, Ajax, ON

Time: 8p - 11p

Free

Latin Wednesdays - Customer Appreciation @ &Company Resto Bar, Mississauga, ON - Wed Jan 16th!

LATIN WEDNESDAY PRESENTS

CUSTOMER APPRECIATION! WE WANT TO CELEBRATE YOU BY GIVING YOU $2 CORONAS!!!

MAIN ROOM DJ NARVAS/DJ DEEPS/MC SKETCH
(TOP 40 LATIN / SALSA / MERENGUE / BACHATA)

COMPLIMENTARY DANCE LESSON AT 10PM

LADIES FREE ALL NIGHT

$5 CORONAS..NOPE....$2 CORONAS!!!

DINNER RESERVATIONS FROM 9PM | NIGHTLIFE COMMENCES AT 10P

Location:  &Company Resto Bar, 295 Enfield Place, Mississauga, ON

RSVP NOW!

905.808.2112

INFO@ANDCOMPANY.CA

The Sattalites @ The Orbit Room, Toronto, ON - Tues Jan 15th!

The Sattalites are Toronto Reggae Legends. They came together over twenty years ago in Toronto, Ontario as a music school; from then they have flourished across Canada as a very influential reggae group. The worldly vibe that they emit comes from a wide variety of instruments and vocals and their peaceful attitude towards life. The Sattalites are a very well-rounded musical group instrumentally. There are seven members who are almost all multi-instrumentalists, working together to create the smooth and unique sound for which they are known.

Cover:  $10.00

Location:   The Orbit Room, 580A College St., Toronto, ON

Time:  10p

More info click here

Neil Brathwaite Live @ Harlem Underground, Toronto, ON - Mon Jan 14th!

NEIL BRATHWAITE

Raised in Montreal, Quebec, with West Indian roots in Barbados, Saxophone player Neil Brathwaite is a well-known jazz musician in Toronto.

Time:  8:00PM - 11:00pm

Location:  HARLEM UNDERGROUND, 745 Queen St. West, Toronto, ON

Website

Open Mic @ Remix Resto Lounge, Toronto, ON - Sun Jan 13th!

Remix Lounge Toronto are happy to be home to a brand new weekly open mic every Sunday night hosted by the talented Scottish singer-songwriter Rich Freed, who recently moved to our Canadian shores from Glasgow earlier this year!

Whether you are a musician, poet, comedian, actor, magician or mime, you are invited to head down to 1305 Dundas Street West (near Ossington-Dundas intersection) and showcase your talents!

There will be a full back-line of house instruments including guitars, bass, drums and keyboard (or bring your own!) for impromptu jams!

And to top it all off... We will also be giving away a free beer to every performer! How amazing is that!

Sign up for this open mic night starts at 8.30pm, with the music starting at 9pm!

Come on down and become part of a brand new creative community!

Location: Remix Resto Lounge, 1305 Dundas Street West, Toronto, ON

Tickets:  Free with registration

To register click here

Columbian Party & Live Music by Grupo Rey @ eZone Tap & Grill, Toronto, ON - Sun Jan 13th!

;
The Salsa Club presents SALSA SUNDAY'S Colombain Party! Dancing & Live Music by Grupo Rey

>> Latino DJ Fiesta playing top Salsa, Bachata, Merengue, Cumbia, Cha Cha Cha, Reggaeton y mas at 4:30pm

>> Huge Dance Floor

>> Food & Drink Specials
..Burger & Fries, Wings & Fries, Veg Spring Roll, Fingers & Fries, Cheese Nachos & Quesadilla Club ONLY $9.99
..Tequila & Vodka $5.99
..Bucket of 4 Beer $19.99 ( Modelo, Stella or Corona )

$20 entrance

Sorry, early Bird tickets $15 ended 8pm on Jan. 8

Location:   eZone Tap & Grill, 120 North Queen St, Etobicoke, ON

Time:  4p - 8p

For tickets online click here

Revolution Saturdays hosted by A$AP Rocky @ Rebel, Toronto, ON - Sat Jan 12th!

REBEL presents:

ASAP Rocky [Hosting]
Saturday, January 12th
10PM
19+

Location:  Rebel, 11 Polson Street, Toronto, ON

Tickets:  $21

Advance Tickets here

Bottle Service: here

Dress code is fashionable attire. We do not permit hats, satchels, man bags, pouches, fanny packs, athletic wear such as jerseys, shorts, track pants or baggy clothing or Gang Colours and Gang Apparel. Management reserves all rights to refuse entry.

Stay connected:

IG: @RebelToronto
TW: @Rebel_Toronto
SC: RebelToronto

www.rebeltoronto.com

Strictly Riddims @ Rum Diaries, Ajax, ON - Sat Jan 12th!

Saturday January 12, 2019, O’Cuts, Smooth Ent & Elite NightLife Presents Strictly Riddims. (Dancehall * Reggae * Lovers Rock) The annual sold out Capricorn birthday celebration for Omar, AKA O’Cuts

All Capricorn’s Free All Night

Sound Track by Smooth B, Steady Vybz, Mista Presto and special guest.

Hosted By: Omar AKA O’Cuts

Location: RUM DIARIES - 368 Bayly St. West, Ajax, ON

Time: 10p

For info, Birthdays, Booths/Bottle Service call: 289-980-5379 • 416-722-0588

The Soca Trap @ Calypso Hut, Brampton, ON - Sat Jan 12th!

A night where BUBBLE meets TWERK!!

The SOCA TRAP

Jan 12th inside Calypso Hut

Music by
TONY B
FLATLINE
SOCA SWEETNESS
INFAMOUS SOUND
TEK RELOADED
JEREMIXX

Ladies free before 1130pm

Location:  Calypso Hut, 263 Queen St E, Brampton, ON

Time: 10p - 3a

For info contact
4167316221

Life Saturdays - Ciroc Birthday Blowout @ Luxy Nightclub, Vaughan, ON - Sat Jan 12th!

SATURDAY JANUARY 12th 2019

LIFE SATURDAYS In Association With CIROC

CIROC
BIRTHDAY BLOWOUT

$199 ALL INCLUSIVE CIROC ALL NIGHT

EVERYONE $5 BEFORE 11:30PM ON GUEST LIST | $390 ALL INCLUSIVE VIP PACKAGES

Soca x Reggae x Dancehall x Hip Hop x Trap x All Night

Life Saturday Inside Luxy Nightclub Brings Back The Mega Club Experience …

This Is What Nightlife Experience Should Be ...

This Is Nightlife Reborn

Music By Toronto’s Finest Spinning –
Whitebwoy x Spex x Jeff Jam x Fyah Blaziin x Grand Slam x Slim

Hosted By -
Worm x Ameer B x Breezy

Admission –
$5 Before 11:30pm On Guest List

Location:  LUXY NIGHTCLUB, 60 INTERCHANGE WAY, VAUGHAN, ON

Time:  10pm-2:30am

VIP Bottle Service –

***CIROC PACKAGES ON SPECIAL $400 ALL INCLUSIVE ***

STANDARD PACKAGE
$390 Includes Gratuity & Taxes
FREE Cover
2 Standard Bottles Of Choice
Complimentary Hookah
Private Booth
VIP Service

PREMIUM PACKAGE
$460 Includes Gratuity & Taxes
FREE Cover
2 Premium Bottles Of Choice
Complimentary Hookah
Private Booth
VIP Service

ULTRA PREMIUM PACKAGE
$500 Includes Gratuity & Taxes
FREE Cover
2 Ultra Premium Bottles Of Choice
Complimentary Hookah
Private Booth
VIP Service

Info & Reservations –
Website info@lifesaturdays.com
647 292 1976

Roxy Blu Tribute Party 2019 @ Revival Bar, Toronto, ON - Sat Jan 12th!

Saturday January 12th, 2019.

Featuring:

Groove Institute
Dave Campbell
Dino & Terry
Winston Thompson
Kevin Jazzy J
Alvaro G
Gadjet
Cullen Greaves
Chico Pacheco
Junior Palmer
Joe Rizla

Doors open at 10pm.

Location:  Revival Bar, 783 College Street, Toronto, ON

Cover:  $15 before 11pm w/ RSVP (unitedsoul@gmail.com)

Website

Soca Launch 2K19 @ The Phoenix Concert Theatre, Toronto, ON - Sat Jan 12th!

It’s almost that time again!
First Fete of the year Toronto!


SOCA LAUNCH 2K19!


Alongside @socaprince @flexxgotnext @_djkevintoronto @theroyalstar @emanfromthenewkos @dirtydez_kos,

We welcome @slam1005 Dj, UberSocaCruise DJ, Producer of the 2018 International hit - SOCA KINGDOM!! Trinidad and Tobago’s @travisworldmusic!!

Get familiar with the new chunes being released for Trinidad Carnival 2019! Check out Dr. Jay’s playlist on Apple Music and Spotify.

Doh Stick! Get your tickets now as this is a party you do not want to miss!

Saturday January 12th 2019
SOCA LAUNCH 2K19
At The Phoenix Concert Theatre, 410 Sherbourne St. Toronto, ON

$15 advance tickets available exclusively here or pay more at the door.

19+ // ID Required // Coat Check Available

#SocaLaunch2K19 #Soca #Toronto
#NewSoca #Soca2019 #AyeAyeAye

Caribbean & African Link Up @ Twilight Family Restaurant and Bar, Scarborough, ON - Sat Jan 12th!

DE VINCIEZ  PRESENTS

Caribbean & African Link Up

Featuring UTSC

SAT JAN 12

MUSIC BY: DJ SMARTIEZ  | DJ EMPIRE | DJ SHINEZ

HOSTED BY:  Myleslilsouljia | WatsWitAndy

ADM:  $15 Advance $20 @ DOOR

Location:  Twilight Family Restaurant and Bar, 55 Nugget Ave , Scarborough, ON

Time: 10p - 3a

For tickets online click here

CONTACT US FOR TIX : 437-995-8498 / 647-704-2641 / 647-569-7710  OR  devinciez4@gmail.com

Winter Heat @ Jamaican Canadian Association, Toronto, ON - Sat Jan 12th!

Winter Heat

Saturday January 12th 2019

Location:  Jamaican Canadian Association, 995 Arrow Rd, Toronto, ON @ Finch

Time: 10:30p - 3:30a

Advance Tickets: $25

For tickets online click here

Info: 416 529 7450 416 820 4028

Barcode Saturdays - Champagne Wishes @ Orchid Nightclub, Toronto, ON - Sat Jan 12th!

Barcode Saturdays Toronto’s Saturday Night Ritual…..2 Floors 2 Sounds!!

Saturday Jan 12th 2019 Barcode’s "CHAMPAGNE WISHES" ft FREE Champagne Bottles for the 1st 100 LADIES!!!

BOTTLE SERVICE EXTREMELY RECOMMENDED!! VIP Booths Starting at $325 All In (Includes 4 in Free )

Musically Entertained by:
ILLEGAL ALIEN
DJ GRIFF
ACTION PAC

Hosted by: MC CRAZY CHRIS

Playing the Best in HIPHOP-REGGAE-RNB-SOCA-TRAP

Cover Charge:
– Ladies Free Before 1130pm On Guestlist
– $15 Reduced Cover Before 1am On Guestlist
– $20 Regular Cover

Location:  Orchid Nightclub, 82 Peter Street, Toronto, ON

Time:  10p - 3a

For guestlist click here

For Guestlist or To Book your VIP Booth Text 416.735.7827

Climaxx 6.0 - The Fire Edition @ Krave Nightclub, Scarborough, ON - Sat Jan 12th!

Blaxz Dun Da Place Int'l Presents

Fire Links The Fire Sounds Climaxx 6.0

Capricorn Aquarius Birthday Celebration -- The Fire Editions

Saturday Jan 12, 2019

Location:  Krave Nightclub - 55 Nugget Ave, Scarborough, ON

Time:  9p - 3:30a

Early Bird Tickets $25 \ Tickets Advance $35

For tickets click here

Bottle Service, VIP Booths & Line Bypass info line: 647 607 2529

Fresh Saturdays @ Sugar Daddy's Nightclub, Mississauga, ON - Sat Jan 12th!

FRESH SATURDAYS

INSIDE THE NEWLY RENOVATED

SUGAR DADDYS NIGHTCLUB, 5165 DIXIE RD, MISSISSAUGA, ON

(4 LIGHTS SOUTH OF THE 401)

TIME:  10p - 3a

PLAYING THE BEST IN REGGAE, DANCEHALL, SOCA, TRAP AND CLUB ANTHEMS

MUSIC BY DJ RITZ AND SPECIAL GUESTS

LIVE TO AIR ON G98.7 FM WITH ON AIR HOST RED IN THE CITY

HOSTED BY THE LEGENDARY MC SLICK VIC

STYLE CODE STRICTLY ENFORCED *DRESS TO IMPRESS*

LADIES FREE BEFORE MIDNIGHT/GUYS $10

FOR BOTTLE SERVICE CALL 905 602 4990 OR EMAIL

SUGARDADDYSGUESTLIST@GMAIL.COM

FOR GUESTLIST CLICK HERE

Once On This Island The Musical @ Lower Ossington Theatre, Toronto, ON - Fri Jan 11th - Sun Mar 3rd! (Various Dates & Times)

The award-winning family show comes to Toronto!


Filled with calypso-flavoured songs, this musical takes place on a Caribbean island where villagers are telling the magical story of the orphan Ti Moune: a fearless girl in search of her place in the world, and ready to risk it all for love!


If your family loved The Little Mermaid or Moana, they'll love the captivating legend of romance between a girl from the other side of the island, and the boy she saves!


Guided by the mighty island gods, she sets out on a remarkable journey to find the man who has captured her heart!

Location:  Lower Ossington Theatre, 100 Ossington Avenue, Toronto, ON

Fri Jan 11th - Sun Mar 3rd! (Various Dates & Times)

Fri Jan 11th @ 7:30p

For schedule and tickets click here

Note: Check Groupon here for discounted tickets

Afro Haus @ Revival Bar (Stone Lounge), Toronto, ON - Fri Jan 11th!

What started as a simple idea in February 2018 has turned into a vibrant, beautiful community where people know they can have a safe space to express, release, and GET DOWN to the grooviest, freshest dance music coming out of Sub-Saharan Africa & her diaspora.

We’ve created something totally different in Toronto–breathing a fresh new vibe into the city that was much needed: No screw faces. No stushness. Just bare vibes.

For this edition, resident DJ Sarah Jane Riegler & guest DJs WAVGODS from the Lost is Found collective will be serving up a delicious elixir of:
AFROHOUSE
GQOM
AFROBEATS
SOCA
KUDURO
SGUBHU
KWAITO
DANCEHALL
…deep from the bottom of Africa & her diaspora.

WARNING: We go IN at Afro Haus. Bring a sweat towel and wear some spandex! Multiple people have split their pants on our dance floor–no lie!

COVER: $10 ($5 before 11:00pm)

SOUNDS BY:
Sarah Jane Riegler (resident)
WAVGODS (Lost is Found)

Location:  Revival Bar (Stone Lounge), 783 College Street, Toronto, ON

Website

1st Fridays ‘Health & Fitness’ Edition @ The BBPA - Centre For Excellence, Toronto, ON - Fri Jan 11th!

You are cordially invited to the

1st Fridays ‘Health & Fitness’ Edition

Friday, January 11th, 2019
 @

The BBPA - Centre For Excellence, 180 Elm St., Toronto, ON

From 6:30pm - 10:30pm

Featuring:

Presentation of the Jackie Robinson Fortitude Award

Serena Thompson - The Sickle Cell Association of Ontario

Dr. Nadine Wong, Psychotherapist, Trichology - "Health body to produce healthy hair"

Jennifer Anthony, CEO - Trinova Wellness Centre - "Creating a Healthy Mind, Body & Spirit"

Complimentary appetizers & drinks, giveaways

Admission is $20 - $10 for students.

For tickets online click here

or send email money transfers to events@firstfridays.ca and
text your name and security answer to 416-882-9863.

1st Fridays Sponsors:

Platinum:
Black Board International
Rastafest

Bronze Sponsors:
Afrotoronto.co
Pride Newsmagazine
Byblacks.com

Iron:
MAPPDOM

Community:
Caribbean Vibrations TV
Planet Africa Network
Autonetics Universe
TorontoCaribbean Newspaper

Nigerian Canadian News

For more information, visit Website

or Find us on:

Facebook

LinkedIn

Twitter

Instagram

Sponsorship and advertising opportunities available -
contact info@firstfridays.ca or 416-441-0792​

Fly Fridays - Fly Girl @ Luxy Nightclub, Vaughan, ON - Fri Jan 11th!

FLY FRIDAYS PRESENTS

Friday January 11th 2019

FLY GIRL

LADIES FREE Before 12am

Luxy Fridays . Reloaded

Inside Luxy Nightclub, 60 Interchange Way, Vaughan, ON

Time:  10p - 2:30a

FREE Guest List Before 11:30pm | LADIES FREE Before 12am

VIP Bottle Service Packages Starting At $390 Inc. Tax/Tip

Hip Hop x Reggae x Dancehall x Trap

Performed By -
Whitebwoy x Spex x Infamous x Capone x Mon A Gallis x Worm Da MC

For guestlist click here

Bottle Service Packages -

STANDARD FLY
$390 | Tax & Tip Included
2 Standard Bottles Of Your Choice
Free Admission
Private Table
VIP Service
VIP Entrance
Line By Pass

PREMIUM FLY
$460 | Tax & Tip Included
2 Premium Bottles Of Your Choice
Free Admission
Private Table
VIP Service
VIP Entrance
Line By Pass

ULTRA FLY
$500 | Tax & Tip Included
*** ONE NIGHT ONLY PACKAGE BECOMES $400 ***
2 Ultra Premium Bottles Of Your Choice
Free Admission
Private Table
VIP Service
VIP Entrance
Line By Pass

RSVP -
647.918.5694 | info@flyfridays.ca | Website | #luxyflyfridays

Irie-Okee Friday @ The Real Jerk, Toronto, ON - Fri Jan 11th!

IRIE-OKEE FRIDAY

​Friday, January 11 @ 10 pm

Hosted by MC Lytesout

Huge playlist and Great Drink Selections

Heineken Bucket Special, Flying Monkey Pitcher Specials and Cocktail Specials

Best Karaoke Jam in Toronto
Great place to hangout with friends, enjoy some Caribbean food and drinks!

Enjoy the Island Vibes
Book your birthday party or Celebration Event

Call for Dinner Reservations

Location:  The Real Jerk Restaurant, 842 Gerrard Street East, Toronto, ON

416-463-6055

therealjerk@therealjerk.com