13 September 2020

Our sincere condolences to Roman Szydlowski and his family

It is with a heavy heart that I share the news of the recent passing of Romaine's wife, Joan.  Our sincere condolences go out to Romaine and to Joan's family and friends.  Our thoughts are with you at this most difficult time.

 

From the Echovita:

Joan Marilyn Oleskevich Obituary

It is always difficult saying goodbye to someone we love and cherish. Family and friends must say goodbye to their beloved Joan Marilyn Oleskevich (Kitchener, Ontario), born in Smooth Rock Falls, Ontario, who passed away on September 10, 2020. Family and friends can light a candle as a loving gesture for their loved one. Leave a sympathy message to the family in the guestbook on this memorial page of Joan Marilyn Oleskevich to show support.

She was loved and cherished by many people including : her parents, Veni Oleskevich and Marie Anne Barrette; her husband Roman Szydlowski; and her brother Dennis Oleskevich. She was also cherished by her many extended family, friends.

In lieu of flowers, memorial donations would be appreciated to Innisfree House, 2375 Homer Watson Blvd., Kitchener, ON N2P 0E9.


[With thanks for Phil Matlin for letting us know.]



09 September 2020

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08 September 2020

Big Night In presents Comedy Variety Hour

On September 29th, join Jonathan Burns with his  closest acquaintances including Carisa Hendrix, Mario the Maker Magician and more!


From the August 30th Facebook post by Carisa Hendrix:

 




07 September 2020

UnConvnetional.Fun

Talent includes: Garrett Thomas, Curtis Kam, Carisa Hendrix, Caleb Wiles, Chris Mayhew, Kainoa Harbattle, and more!

 

From the August 25th Facebook post from Ben Train:

For the past few months I've been working with about 25 of the world's best magicians on an exciting project. Trailer, information, and all kinds of surprises are going to be announced soon, but trust me when I say if you LOVE MAGIC you are NOT GOING TO WANT TO MISS THIS.

Follow the Facebook page, and the instagram account, so you don't miss you!

https://www.facebook.com/unconventional.fun 

 

 

 

 

05 September 2020

Max Maven lecture on September 10th

From IBM Ring 17:

When: 7:00 PM, Thursday, September 10, 2020

Where: On Zoom (link provided to ticket holders)

Admission: Free for Members / $20 for Guests

Spend the evening with one of the most inventive and original minds magic has ever known. With a career spanning decades, Max has created and published more original magic and mentalism than just about anyone you can name. He has appeared on countless TV shows in multiple countries (and languages!). He was featured in his own Canadian series The Maximum Dimension created for TVO and had guest appearances on The Fresh Prince of Belair and Mork and Mindy! He has received a creative fellowship from the Academy of Magical Arts and the Allan Slaight Lifetime Achievement Award.

Read more and reserve ticket.