Reason's last step is the recognition that there are an infinite number of things which are beyond it.

Blaise Pascal

Fireworks

Fireworks - brights lights that cause people to oooo and aww like nobody's business at the bangs and booms... also require a great deal of money that could very arguably be spent on fighting poverty or contributing to the cure for cancer. But hey, the Italian fireworks this weekend were...mucho bella. Next weekend is China's turn in the sky. I'l be sure to post my own photo with the fireworks and sporting the most appropriate Chinese tourist picture pose.

;)

Extremely tourist photo via extremely tourist site.

Camping this weekend!

Going camping this weekend and Im super excited ! Just thought Id share

Picture Via Zoe Claudia

Maniamania

For more info

http://www.themaniamania.com/collection01.php

via Thevine

Victoria

Will you be my Grandpa please?

The Coward and the Pelican

After going out to Eduardo for supper with some old friends, one of them suggested we check out her friends band who having there second album launch. The band who was called The Coward and the Pelican was composed of 6 members, all of which were very talented and versatile musicians. The concert was held in a full room at le Petit Medly. Songs from the new and old album were played and I enjoyed all of them!
I will definitely go and by this album! I recommend everyone check them out :

http://www.myspace.com/thecowardandthepelican
or there Web site http://thecowardandthepelican.com/

Victoria

Goodbye Hello!

The Francos and the Fringe are Sadly over :(
My favorite event was Coeur de Pirate. There was something about watching her in the rain with friends in rain boots and a vintage leather jacket that made that show memorable.
Up next is the JAZZ FEST! With once again a ton of free shows with music for everyone. It is bound to be a good time. So take out your dancing shoes and go down to the quartier des spectacles!


Victoria

Photographer: unknown

Peace Festival

Peace Festival Tomorrow Ecole Arc en Ciel -> coin Marie-anne et Laval
Should be good times!

Hello

Paris, tu me manques

Always seems like only Parisians wear the Union Jack right ;) Bottom Photo via byglam blog.

Top photo taken last year.

Cherry on Top

The Album Cover of The Digs

Yes Please!

via ZoeClaudia

The Brunch Crunch

After a fun, but tiring weekend, brunch calls.

It'll be Cosmo's this morning, instead of biking to Jean Talon in the rain (even though, chers étudiants, try going to Jean Talon at the end of a rainy day and ask for the vendor's samples; they'll give you a zillion).

Cosmo's is rated one of the best brunch spots in the city. The Sparrow, Beauty's, L'Avenue, Chez José and Fuschia are top for brunch as well. I loved Fuschia: think adorable, small interior, apple cider, omlettes and cupcakes, and the music (a guitar player comes in on the weekends). Chez José has a pretty remarkable exterior, with large murals on the outside, but a very small menu of stuff I would probably make at home. So if you go, get the seafood soup. It's tomato-based, but you probably wouldn't make this one at home. I've yet to try the other restaurants!

I have a feeling I'm going to rate Cosmo's a 10 clogged arteries out of 10.

2 hours later-editing post-post-burger

Since it was 1:30 by the time we sat ourselves down at 2 of the 11 stools in the homey diner, we both decided on the cheeseburgers and cherry coke.

Cosmo's is not your dainty edible flower type brunch. It's greasy spoon and well done. We got the feeling the owner, Nick, was kind of a legend. He knew the customers all by name and some dudes came in and gave him rice crispies as a gift, which he then generously passed on to us. Nick cooked up all the orders in a narrow kitchen, Patati Patata style.

The burger was juicy, the bun was crispy and soft at the same time, and the vegetables heaping. They were disappointed that as first-timers, we didn't try to potatoes, but we couldn't stomach it then. For a measly 3.50, the burger was more than satisfying.

Summing up: Perfect lazy hangout for young poor folks like us.

5843 Sherbrooke Street West. Hours: Breakfast starts early and ends late late...

Much Love

Not only does this bracelet look amazing but its from Dix mille villages which is fair trade store. The bracelt is made of recycled water buffalo horn and was made in India.

http://www.tenthousandvillages.ca/

Victoria

Mount Royal Sidewalk Sale

We're never too old to blow bubbles.

The NDG Vibe

Paula Casey and Coral Red played at NDG's fav coffee spot the other night: Shaïka Café.

The café makes a sweet place to study in during the day - it's much better than Starbucks for food, and you're actually supporting a local business. Plus, I always like looking around the café at the artwork; it changes often and vernissages are held for new artists to display their work to the public. We came to see Shaïka transform into a music venue that evening, when they conveniently add beer to the menu and you're in for good music.

Paula Casey started us off with easy-listening/Feist influenced tunes. She has a really sweet voice and a lot of talent. Loved it!

Coral Red's music falls under alternative rock. They're the kind of band that makes you turn to the person beside you and say, "Wow, they're really good." I might check them out again at the Divan Orange on June 16. (http://events.myspace.com/Event/3585828/CORAL-RED-and-INDIE-MONTREAL)

Really craving a slice of divine carrot cake for Shaïka right now...hmm...

More on NDG later!

K8

What I want to do today.

ART

What I did today.

Franco's Start Today!

Not only can you check out Bedouin Soundclash today, you can also check out a bunch of free shows around the place des Arts area! Today is the beginning of the free shows at the Francopholie de Montreal. The Francopholies are an amazing opportunity to enjoy the bands you love, discover new francophone bands and dance like like a crazy person to some good old folk music. Shows start at 5 pm and going until 12 am. BE THERE!
For more info check out: www.francofolies.com
Victoria

Bedouin Soundclash Tomorrow FREE

The Grand Prix is rolling back to Montreal, I suppose you've heard. So Bedouin Soundclash is playing on Crescent for it. Yes, you might get trampled...(by douchebags as a friend put it), but it's worth it. Watch out for me. I'll be wearing a onesie, racecar driver style. HA! No, not serious. But I only wish I had one.

;)

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NOwnRQPA3XA

K8

Molly Ringwald

I recently watched 80' movie The Breakfast Club. I LOVE the outfit Molly Ringwald wears in this movie. From the long skirt,to gorgeous belt and pink top. But what I loved most was those knee high leather laced up boot. I am officially on a hunt for a pair just like them. Vintage shopping here I come!

Oh and needless to say anyone out there who has not seen this movie it's a must!

Victoria

Je me souviens

Copied and pasted photo courtesy of Midnight Poutine, thanks. :)

When the Habs were winning.
Thank the hockey god, we don't have this any longer ;)

Mais bon, je suis un peu triste que cette folie n'existe plus. Et je suis super triste que je vois plus mon cher Sidney à la télé.

Apparently this Matt and Natt purse is made out of "recycled Japanese laminate paper." Whatever, go for the green, right?

Sutton

As amazing as our city is, once in awhile it is nice to get away. This weekend I went hiking on Mount Sutton. The view from the top was STUNNING!

Victoria

ROLLER DERBY

Roller Derby
Last week I had the opportunity to go watch some Roller Derby in Mile –End.  I had a blast and will definitely go check it out again and I recommend you all do the same.
Tickets cost 10$ in advance and 15$ at the door

For more info check out  http://www.mtlrollerderby.com/

Victoria

TIDBIT

LOST IN THE TREES' show on JUNE 12 at Divan Orange is NOW FREE!! If that floats your musical boat...

Events Events Events

Il y a beaucoup d'événements en ce moment. C'est sûr!

1. Magasinez à la foire artisanale, où tu vas trouver 40 artistes et artisans et leurs produits faits main. Trouver des peintures pour ton appart, par exemple, comme moi.
je vois que The Hour est au courant et a les détails: http://www.hour.ca/visualarts/visualarts.aspx?iIDArticle=19908

2. Fringe Festival - si toi, tu es au courant, qu'est que tu attends, raconte-nous :)

3. Francofolies! 10 au 19 Juin. Un festival de musique (not just for the Frenchies of course) Et tkt pas, il faut pas vraiment acheter des billets en fait, il y a plein de spectacles gratuits au place des arts.



My heroes. Actually no not really, I just listened to them on myspace and it seems like they would be a fun bunch to listen to.

4. A partir du 14 Juin, tous les weekends en Juillet aussi, vous allez tous être gatés...vous ne pouvez pas éviter de les voir - le concours international des feux d'artifices. http://www.internationaldesfeuxloto-quebec.com/fr/

Pick and choose as you please. Or go to them all, comme Vic et moi.

<3

K8

EMERGENCY SAMPLE SALE!

Forget about the first "official" post for a second because...

Matt and Natt, the wonderful eco-friendly and vegan Montreal accessory company, is having a huge sample (up to 90% off) on where else but Chabanel...discount central street I realized when I went there. Their wallets allow for all your cards and money, yet look really sleek. The bags are gorgeous. My brown school bag is Matt and Natt. It looks kind of like an envelope and has been proving to hold up well.

I picked up one of those square vintage (looking) school satchel. You know, the kind you imagine little French boys would run around wearing in the 40s...or at least I do.

This purse is 185 dolla. Get it for 30 at the sale.

But check it out for yourself: http://blog.mattandnat.com/?tag=matt-nat-sample-sale

It's till Saturday.

Heads up: Get your osheaga tickets! They seem to be hot seats.

<3

K8