MONTREAL BIKE FEST 2011

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A bike can be whatever you want it to be:  An Individualistic statement, environmental activism, sightseeing method, or simply a tool for getting from point A to point B. In Montreal, tens of thousands of us think of our bikes as all of those things and more, which is why we throw a big party about bikes every year. So in the spirit of a spectacular two-wheeled summer, hope to see you all at the Montreal Bike Fest and Le Tour de L’ile… … More

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CARL CRAIG HEATS UP IGLOOFEST

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When legendary Detroit techno producer Carl Craig plays Igloofest on Thursday, January 27, it will be only the fourth time he’s DJ’d in Montreal (most recently dropping a memorable set at Mutek in 2009). Montreal Buzz caught up with him at his Planet E offices in Detroit to find out what he’s got in store for us… … More

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DANCE YOUR WINTER AWAY AT IGLOOFEST

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Let’s face it, Montreal’s summer festivals have a pretty easy go of it. Have you seen Montreal in the summer? You could have an International Festival of Paper Clips and there would be 10,000 people partying downtown. But winter is a tougher sell, which makes the ongoing success of January’s Igloofest all the more impressive…

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5 FREE THINGS TO DO IN THE MONTREAL WINTER

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We’re not going to try and pretend it’s not true: we have a reputation for our nippy winters.

But Montrealers are brave folk. We refuse to stay cooped up in our homes because there is a bit of snow on the ground. Instead we use the fluffy white stuff to our advantage!

Here are five free* ways to enjoy the winter wonderland in Montreal. … More

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THE MOST ROMANTIC HOLIDAY THINGS TO DO IN MONTREAL

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There is something magical about Montreal over the holidays. The mixture of Christmas lights, snowflakes and European charm help create a romantic wintry setting that is hard to match anywhere else in North America.

With that in mind, here are seven of our suggestions to make your getaway extra romantic! … More

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THIS WEEKEND IN MONTREAL (DECEMBER 3 TO 5)

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Get cultured. Get hungry. Get festive. Get your drink on.

Whatever you do, get yourself to Montreal this weekend.

Here are ten superb things to do while your here. … More

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VOICES OF HOPE: MUSIC FOR A CAUSE

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Voices of Hope is a World AIDS Day Benefit Concert to raise funds for La Maison du Parc, will be held on December 4th at 7:00 p.m. at The Chruch of St. Andrew and St. Paul in Montreal. Kent Nagano will be conducting L’association des musiciens de l’OSM with the Choir from the Church of St. Andrew and St. Paul. … More

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THIS WEEKEND IN MONTREAL (NOVEMBER 26 TO 28)

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This weekend in Montreal is all about the parties.

Well, parties and hockey.

But I guess hockey could be considered a party. It does have beer and music.

Anyway, you get the point. Here are ten (plus) fun things to do this weekend in Montreal. … More

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8 MONTREAL "DROP-IN" YOGA STUDIOS

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Yoga has become a regular part of many people’s physical and mental health regimes.

And just because you’re on the road visiting Montreal, doesn’t mean that you have to sacrifice the yoga practice that you’ve diligently been developing. In fact, trying a new studio while I’m visiting a different city is one of my favorite travel activities. It counterbalances the often stressfulness of travel, while providing perfect opportunities for post-class conversations with locals.

If you want to maintain the depth of your downward dog, or just need to chill-out during a busy business convention, here are eight studios in Montreal where we recommend gettin’ your yoga-on. … More

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THIS WEEKEND IN MONTREAL (NOVEMBER 19 TO 21)

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Indie concerts and cupcakes and documentary films and parties… oh my!

Here are ten stellar things you can do this weekend in Montreal. … More

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