Get On Board The Freedom Train!

Hi Readers,

I just stumbled across this very cool event hosted by Ms. Itah Sadu of A Different Booklist.  August 1st marks the anniversary of the Abolition of Slavery by the British Empire and I think this is an excellent way to celebrate.

For more info check out the event page on Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/events/568129523232665/

Join A Different Booklist, Councillor Josh Colle and our community partners on...

“THE UNDERGROUND FREEDOM TRAIN”
WEDNESDAY JULY 31st, UNION STATION @ 11:15PM SHARP!

Journey with us on the underground from Union Station to Downsview Station as we usher in Emancipation Day! Get on board the FREEDOM TRAIN for a train ride with special performances, special guests and YOU!

Assemble at the TICKET BOOTH @ UNION STATION for 11:15pm SHARP!
Meet you on the UNDERGROUND!

Carnival Nationz 2013 Costume Pick-up Schedule

Hi CNz Masqueraders,

Here is the Carnival Nationz Costume Pick-up schedule as released yesterday:

Tuesday 30th July:

1. PEARLS - from 1pm-10pm
2. FLASHER WRASSE - 6pm-10pm
3. SEAHORSE - 6pm-10pm

Wednesday 31st July:

1. YELLOW NUDIBRANCH - from 1pm-10pm
2. SCORPAENIDEA - 6pm-10pm
3. HAWKFISH - 6pm-10pm
4. EMPEROR ANGELFISH - 6pm-10pm
5. TEMMINCKII FISH - 6pm-10pm
6. FAN CORAL - 6pm-10pm

Thursday 1st August:

1. MANDARIN FISH (ONLY) - 6PM-10PM
2. ALL OTHER SECTIONS CLOSED FOR KING & QUEEN

FrIday 2nd August:

1. All visitors from abroad (Welcome!!) and masqueraders unable to pick up on their original pick-up date from 12pm-9pm
2. Any costumes not picked-up by 9pm will be SOLD to our long waiting list of people looking to play mas with CNz

So note the date and times your section will be distributed and ensure that you DO NOT show up BEFORE your pickup date.

********IMPORTANT PICKUP INFO**********

• please ensure you have the original registration receipt with you, if not
• please walk with ID so we can release the costumes to the right person(s)
• if you are picking up costumes for other people please have either the original registration form or a written note with a copy of the person(s) ID stating that you have been given permission to pick up their costume.
• PARKING - please avoid parking on the road (Howden) as you may be ticketed (CNz will not be accountable), there are multiple parking lots around the camp and in surrounding buildings that you would be well advised to utilize - please be considerate of the businesses in the area and do not block their driveways, lots, etc...
• Absolutely NO trying on of costumes is allowed during pickup at the mas camp

Fantazia International Costume Pickup Information

Hi FANTAZIA Masqueraders,

Here is your costume pick up information as per Fantazia International's Facebook page(https://www.facebook.com/groups/fantazia09/)

Tuesday, July 30, 2013 - Phoenix, Aphrodite 6pm – 11pm 
Wednesday, July 31, 2013 - Athena & Spartacus 6pm – 11pm 
Wednesday, July 31, 2013 - Zenobia Warrior, Tanzanite 6pm – 11pm 
Thursday, August 1, 2013 - Mas Camp Closed(King & Queen Show) CLOSED 
Friday, August 2, 2013 - IBIS, All Section Leads, All Sections 6pm – 10pm

You must have your receipt available to ensure final payment is made (Cash Only) and costume pickup is complete.

Unofficial 2013 Calypso Monarch Results

Congratulations to MACOMERE FIFI....the 2013 CALYPSO MONARCH!

Second place: Structure
Third place: King Cosmos
Fourth place: Pan Man Pat 

TODAY - KAISO 365 Calypso Monarch Finals

Tribal Carnival Hand Out Dates

Hi Tribal Carnival Masqueraders,

Here is your pick-up schedule as per the Tribal Carnival website:


Poison Ivy and Butterfly - Saturday, July 27th, 3-8 p.m.

Amethyst Starling - Saturday July 27th, 4-9 p.m.

Pele & Tribal - Monday July 29th, 4-9 p.m.

Waterfall & Oceania - Tuesday July 30th,  4-9 p.m.

The Wild, Autumn, Oasis - Wednesday, July 31st, 4-9 p.m.

The Storm - Friday, August 2nd, 4-8 p.m.

American and out of town pick up date: Friday, August 2nd from 11-8 p.m.


Website: http://tribalcarnival.com

Citynews.ca - Thousands take part in Toronto's Junior Carnival

http://www.citynews.ca/2013/07/20/thousands-take-part-in-torontos-junior-carnival/