Posted on Tuesday, Feb 7, 2012 at 9:18 pm | Comments closed 
Hello Algonquin Event Management Field Placement Hosts:
We invite you join us at one (or more) of the Event Management class of 2012, Wish Events that will take place during the month of March.
During the last four years we have raised over $320,000.00 for the Children’s Wish Foundation and we are on our way to hitting the half million dollar mark.
We appreciate your support and hope to see you there.
Event Management 2012 Fall Intake
Wish Event List
Events listed in chronological order through the month of March
Tower of Wishes: an Evening in Paris, Thursday, March 1st 2012, 6:30pm Sala San Marco towerofwishes@gmail.com The Event Management class of Algonquin College, in conjunction with the Children’s Wish Foundation is pleased to present a Gala fundraising dinner entitled Tower of Wishes…an evening in Paris. On March 1st 2012, the ballroom at Sala San Marco will be magically transformed into a nighttime scene from the streets of Paris. Views of the Eiffel Tower and city streets will be enhanced by classical melodies, all setting the mood for the elegance of a French-inspired dining experience. The evening will conclude with a silent auction featuring dozens of wonderful items donated by local businesses. It will be an evening to remember as we stimulate your senses, stir your emotions and satisfy your appetite all in support of the Children’s Wish Foundation.
“You Wish” A night of classic Burlesque theatre Saturday, March 3, 2012, 6:30pm-11:00pm, My Condo Cocktail Lounge & Kitchen www.youwishburlesque.com youwishburlesque@hotmail.com Twitter: @UWishBurlesque On the evening of May 3, 2012 at My Condo, there will be an evening of sass and sultry class MC’d by DJ Race from HOT 89.9fm. Entertainment includes a fashion showcase, local musical performances, and the headlining classic burlesque troupe, CAPITAL TEASE. Special treats to tickle all of your senses will surround you. Come indulge in everything! From our Burlesquify-Me booth, to posing for our photographers, to games of Surposie, to bachelor auctions, to a silent auction full of goodies, and so many more surprises! ALL proceeds will go to The Children’s Wish Foundation, so come out and have fun supporting a GREAT cause. Tassle and tease, darlings!
Queens of Pop, March 4th 2012. Pre-show makeovers start at 7, doors open at 8 and the Airband Competition starts at 9. Location: My Condo (34 Clarence St, Ottawa)
Website and e-mail: http://www.queensofpop2012.weebly.com queensofpop@gmail.com
“Queens of Pop” is a night to unleash your inner diva! Guests can enjoy professional makeovers, silent auction, Wii Dance Challenge, karaoke, and the highlight of the night: The Queens of Pop Ultimate Airband Competition. Airband Teams will raise funds for the Children’s Wish Foundation and 100% of the proceeds from this night go to this wonderful organization. If you are interested in entering a team into this competition, come out on Sunday, February 19 at 1:00 pm at Soma Health and Fitness for open auditions (see website for more information). From Madonna to Lady Gaga, from Britney to Beyonce, from Spice Girls to the Pussycat Dolls– the female inspiration is endless. If you love to sing, dance or perform, this is your opportunity to showcase whatever talents you have and enjoy the show!
A Night in New York, Sunday, March 4th, The Centurion Center www.nightinnewyork.ca
A Night in New York” is a charity fundraising gala presented by Algonquin College Event Management students in support of the Children’s Wish Foundation. This black-tie event will take place amidst the glamorous, glitzy and classy setting of New York City on Sunday, March 4th, 2012 at the newly renovated Centurion Conference and Events Center in Ottawa. Strut out on the red carpet as paparazzi snapshots memories of a night you’ll never forget. The guests will be entertained by local musicians, dancers, artists and much more. Hosted by Ottawa’s own Cosmo Grant from Chez 106, the gala will showcase wonderful silent auction items, raffles and prizes. Join us from 5:00pm-11:00pm for an evening of great food, music and dancing. “The city that never sleeps” is up waiting for you!
Wild, Wild Wish, Thursday, March 8, 2011 at 7:30pm. @ The Crazyhorse Stonegrill, Saloon & Steakhouse
Website: www.wildwildwishevent.weebly.com Facebook page: Wild Wild Wish
Wild Wild Wish is an exciting country themed fundraising event to be held at the Crazyhorse Stonegrill, Saloon & Steakhouse in Kanata on March 8th 2012. Live performance by local country band “Cherry Suede” will be sure to get people “boot scootin“ on the dance floor. Hosted by Dj Noah and his ground crew from radio station Live 88.5, we’ve got everything from Ottawa’s Biggest Bragging Belt Buckle competition to cactus cramming programming such as silent auction, loonie toss and caricaturist that will rattle your spurs and knock your hats clean off. All proceeds will go to The Children’s Wish Foundation. Come out and enjoy the night with us!
Making Wishes Fly, Friday, March 9th, 2012, My Condo Website or Email address for further event information: makingwishesfly@gmail.com Making Wishes Fly is a Pan Am themed event aimed at capturing the glamour of air travel in the 1960s. Taking place at My Condo in the Byward Market on Friday, March 9th, 2012 from 7:00pm – 11:00pm, guests will be immediately transported back in time. Upon arrival, attendees will have their boarding passes checked by a stewardess at the entrance who will then direct them inside to the coat check. Once settled inside, guests will have the opportunity to purchase a “passport” and travel throughout the venue playing various carnival games assigned to specific countries (Cuba, the U.K. and Russia, just to name a few) in order to get their passport stamped. Toward the end of the event all of the passports will be collected and entered into our raffle for a chance to win fabulous prizes! Sixties music will also be played by a live band throughout the evening for guests who prefer to dance or simply take in the atmosphere while bidding at our silent auction.
Dance for a Wish, Friday, March 9th 6 pm, Richelieu-Vanier Community Centre, www.dance4awish.com dance4awish@gmail.com Twitter: @dance4awish. Algonquin College’s event management students are hosting an exclusive urban hip-hop showcase where Ottawa’s best dance crews will take the stage and guarantee you a jaw-dropping experience. Hosted by KISS FM’s Jenny From The Block with support from beatboxer AAA, expect nothing less than an evening of entertainment that you won’t forget.
As a non-profit event, all proceeds will go to the Children’s Wish Foundation.
Diva for a Night, Friday, March 9, The Centurion Centre Diva.foraNight@gmail.com http://divaforanight.WebStarts.com Diva for a Night is a sassy take on a classic female tradition. This “Ladies Night” benefit for the Children’s Wish foundation will feature luxurious spa activities, fabulous entertainment and exciting activities. The primping and polishing will prepare guests for the bachelor auction, where they can bid for a partner to help them dance their cares away! A cash bar, delicious treats and a spectacular silent auction will help Divas of all backgrounds unwind and catch up with their best gals, and leave them feeling sassy and spoiled.
Wish Me Back to the Movies, Sunday, March 11, Mayfair Theatre Orleans, twitter: @back2future2012
website: http://wishmebacktothemovies.weebly.com/ Algonquin College Event Management program in partnership with the Children’s Wish Foundation and the Mayfair Theatre Orleans are bringing you back to the future! We are reviving Steven Spielberg’s “Back to the Future” on the big screen in 35 mm. So synchronize your watches to Sunday, March 11th 2012 at 1pm EST and get ready for a journey in the DeLorean: we are sending you to 1955! Here you can expect Flux Capacitor cupcakes, Doc Brown’s concoctions, Marty McFly’s milkshakes, and Prom night pictures. Blast on over to our silent auction, dress up in 80’s garments, and be sure to give Biff your lunch money because… proceeds go to the Children’s Wish Foundation. We’re looking forward to seeing you there!
The Speakeasy: An Evening in the Roaring 20s, Thursday, March 15th, Velvet Room
backroomwishmakers@live.ca, Or follow us on twitter @backroomwishes,www.thespeakeasywishevent.ca
The Speakeasy will transport you back to Roaring 20’s, offering a glimpse of the forbidden allure and glamorous, seductive style of a forgone era. The venue’s atmosphere will present an unassuming facade and an indulgent interior using a strategic mélange of decor and programming. Rumour has it that the programming will include a jazz band, some dancers, some card games, a chance to spend all your winnings at a silent auction, a walking buffet of canapés and sinful desserts fit for the Ritz, and of course plenty of fabulous flappers and dapper dan’s. But speak easy won’t you, we wouldn’t want the coppers to raid….
One Night in Vegas Friday, March 16, Sala San Marco Website: www.onenightinvegas2012.com
onenightinvegas2012@gmail.com Facebook: One Night in Vegas
We are bringing the excitement and glamour of Las Vegas to Ottawa with One Night in Vegas wherein all proceeds will go to the Children’s Wish Foundation. Indulge in your wildest fantasies of visiting Vegas by experiencing a glitzy Showgirls act and Ottawa’s own Jonny Vegas and an exquisite gourmet three-course meal. Fun extras include an interactive photobooth and a lively DJ. To make it an even more memorable evening, guests will have the opportunity to donate to the cause through a silent auction, a raffle, and a Wish Wheel.
The Great Canadian Faceoff Friday, March 23, 2012 Liam Maguire’s Irish Pub and Sports Bar
gcfaceoff@gmail.com Twitter: @GCFaceoff www.thegreatcanadianfaceoff.weebly.com
Come join us for a thrilling night of hockey and entertainment put on by students of the Algonquin College Event Management program to benefit the Children’s Wish Foundation. Enjoy an action packed game between the Ottawa Senators and their rivals the Montreal Canadiens. Come dressed in your hockey best and enjoy a silent auction, raffle, trivia hosted by Liam Maguire and other fantastic games. Get pumped up for the playoffs, show your hockey pride and win some incredible prizes!
A Gleeful Wish, Monday March 26, A.Y, Jackson Secondary School
Website: agleefulwish.webs.com Email: agleefulwish@gmail.com Twitter: @agleefulwish
Are you a fan of the hit television show Glee? Do you want to make a difference in the lives of children? If so we have the perfect event for you. Join us for a night full of Glee-themed fun. Ottawa high school glee clubs will compete to be Ottawa’s favourite Glee Club. There will be slushies, treats, games and photo ops to fill your night with fun! We invite you to open yourself up to joy and join us at A Gleeful Wish where 100% of the proceeds raised will go to The Children’s Wish Foundation! Email us at agleefulwish@gmail.com for more information. Ticket price: $20.00
“I Wish I Had a Clue”, Thursday March 29th, Restaurant International, Algonquin College
www.iwishihadaclue.com; Facebook: I wish I had a clue; On Thursday, March 29th, come figure out whodunnit, while we sweep you away into a night of mystery and intrigue. We will stimulate your senses with a gourmet, 4 course meal, in an exciting and thrilling environment. Get a reading from our Tarot Card reader and visit our Silent Auction table all while you and your friends play detective for the evening to deduce who poisoned whom. You could go home with prizes and auction items but will definitely leave with a sense of goodwill, knowing you’ve helped the Children’s Wish Foundation grant a child a wish, all while having fun!
Alice in WISH-Land Benefit Dinner, Thursday, March 29, 2012 Doors open at 6:30 pm/Dinner at 7:30 pm, Centurion Center, E-mail, aliceinwishland@gmail.com Website: www.aliceinwishland.com
Tumble down the rabbit hole into an evening of dinner, dancing and giving back. Rekindle the wonder on March 29nd, 2012 at the beautiful Centurion Center. Dance to the Dueling Pianos, win a gourmet, sculpted cake at our raffle, taste some delicious tea from DAVIDsTEA or take home one of our amazing silent auction prizes. No costumes needed but dress to impress with fun formal wear and creative cocktail dresses. Don’t be late for this very important date.
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