WHEN:
Fri., July 2, 6 p.m.-11 p.m.; Sat., July 3, 11 a.m. - 11 p.m.; Sun., July 4, 11 a.m. - 6 p.m.
Admission is FREE, all ages (some ticketing charges apply for rides)

WHERE:
Lawrence Ave. East (closed to vehicular traffic) from Birchmount Ave. to Warden Ave.

INFO:
Phone: 416-288-1718, email: wexfordbia@rogers.com, Web: http://tasteoflawrence.com/

MEDIA CONTACT TO ARRANGE INTERVIEWS WITH FESTIVAL PERSONNEL/ARTISTS:
Sandra Whiting, phone: 416-573-1375, email: s_whiting@rogers.com
Cary Mignault, phone: 647-295-8364, email: carymignault@gmail.com

SITE PHOTOGRAPHER:
T.B.A.


WHAT: About Taste of Lawrence Festival

Since 2004 the Wexford BIA of the Lawrence Avenue East neighbourhood has delivered to
Scarborough and the GTA the Taste of Lawrence International Food + Cultural Festival – a
showcase of delicious cuisine, arts and music. Taste of Lawrence has become possibly the
largest street festival in the GTA, occupying Lawrence Avenue East from Birchmount Avenue to Warden Avenue, and attracting 200,000 visitors annually.

The 30-foot Main Stage features live music from incredible artists, such as the sensational Reggae artist Jay Douglas and the All Star Band and a variety of international dance performances. Visitors can sample cuisine from Asia, South Asia, the Caribbean and more - showcasing the rich cultural diversity of the neighbourhood’s culinary offerings. And families of all walks and ages can enjoy a stunning mix of roaming performers and a roster of great performances and activities for children in The Family Zone. Food enthusiasts will revel in the diverse cuisines of Asian/South Asian such as Tandoori, Caribbean Jerk, Middle Eastern fare, poutine, and culinary delights from around the world. Food demonstrations and oyster shucking will be offered each day of the festival. The Taste of Lawrence is the perfect weekend destination for music, food, dance and cultural enthusiasts of all ages, and a wonderful way for families to enjoy the tastes, sights and sounds of one of the GTA's most richly defined communities.

Taste of Lawrence also features diverse merchants, prizes and giveaways and amusement
rides in KiddieWorld, including games, a Ferris Wheel, a Merry-Go-Round and more. Please
find below the full listings for MUSIC, DANCE, PERFORMANCE and WORKSHOPS.

TASTE OF LAWRENCE, INTERNATIONAL FOOD + CULTURE FESTIVAL – FULL LISTINGS

FRIDAY, JULY 2, 2010

MAIN STAGE

8 p.m. - FESTIVAL KICK-OFF: Welcome by Councillor Michael Thompson
8:15 p.m. – MUSIC: Diane Raeside Band, brought to you by Wexford Restaurant
9:30 p.m. – MUSIC: Night Fever, The Bee Gees Show

FAMILY ZONE STAGE

6 p.m. – MUSIC: DJ courtesy of CHRY 105.5 FM
8:30 p.m. – Giveaways & prizes
9 p.m. – PERFORMANCE: Hoop Toronto (Fire Performance)
9:30 p.m. – PERFORMANCE: Hoop Toronto (LED Performance)



SATURDAY JULY 3, 2010

MAIN STAGE

11 a.m. – MUSIC: DJ courtesy of CHRY 105.5 FM
12 p.m. – DANCE: Scarzumba with Sharon Latin Dance Studios
12:45 p.m. – MUSIC: DJ courtesy of CHRY 105.5 FM with GIVEAWAYS AND PRIZES
1:30 p.m. - OPENING CEREMONIES HOSTED BY JOHN DONABIE
2 p.m. – DANCE: DIYAS Arts & Entertainment Bollywood Fusion Dance Performance
3:15 p.m. – MUSIC: Mark Ripp and The Confessors Band, brought to you by ThinkTankToronto
4:15 p.m. – DANCE: Awakenings Dance Ensemble (Ballet Showcase)
6 p.m. – MUSIC: Playback Band, brought to you by Victoria and Albert Pub
8:15 p.m. – MUSIC: Shirak Band, brought to you by Café La Roche
9:30 p.m. –MUSIC: Jay Douglas and The All Star Band, Featuring K.V. Charles (Reggae)

FAMILY ZONE STAGE

11 a.m. – Giveaways and Prizes
12:30 p.m. – MUSIC: The Skyes (Rock)
2 p.m. – DANCE: The Nupura School of Music and Dance (South Indian), brought to you by
Royal Kerala Foods
2:45 p.m. – DANCE: Mai Khanh Vietnamese Dance Performance
3:45 p.m. – PERFORMANCE: Hoop Toronto (Family Workshop)
4:30 p.m. – DANCE: Cairo Ala Nar, Featuring Mayada
5:15 p.m. – DANCE: DIYAS Arts & Entertainment Bollywood Dance (Workshop)
7:15 p.m. – DANCE/MUSIC: Caliente Drum & Danz
8:15 p.m. – PERFORMANCE: Hoop Toronto (Fire Performance)
9:30 p.m. – PERFORMANCE: Hoop Toronto (LED Performance)



SUNDAY, JULY 4, 2010

MAIN STAGE

11 a.m. – Giveaways & Prizes
12:30 p.m. – TASTY TEMPTATION SECTION FOOD DEMO
1 p.m. – MUSIC: Accelerator Band, brought to you by ThinkTankToronto
2 p.m. – MUSIC: Orquesta Liafami Band
4:15 p.m. – MUSIC: Music for the Soul Band
5:45 p.m. – CLOSING CEREMONIES

FAMILY ZONE STAGE

11 a.m. – Giveaways & Prizes
1:00 p.m. – Youth 4 Truth Skit
1:15 p.m. – DANCE: Hannan's Belly Dance Studio
2:30 p.m. – DANCE: Northern Legs Southern Fists Chinese Lion and Ribbon Dance
3:30 p.m. – DANCE: Learn to Dance Michael Jackson’s "Thriller" with Jade 'Hollywood'
Anderson (Workshop)
4:30 p.m. – DANCE: Gadfly Urban Dance Performance
5:15 p.m. - SAMPAGUITA HAWAIIAN DANCERS


Media Contact:

Sandra Whiting, phone: 416-573-1375, email: s_whiting@rogers.com
or
Cary Mignault, phone: 647-295-8364, email: carymignault@gmail.com

	MEDIA LISTINGS RELEASE (PDF)
	TASTE OF LAWRENCE 2010 FLYER (PDF)