Nerd Nite Toronto Season Finale: LEGO, Magic and a hint of Spice!
We're wrapping up the season with another great finale!
First 120 people receive a goodie bag, and bring your toonies for the raffle!

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Presentation 1 – “Portrait of a Brick Artist as a Young Man” by Graeme Dymond

Is there such thing as one ideal job for one person? How do you move forward from your dream job? Graeme shares his message that even when you think you finally have it together, it's okay to take the bricks of your life apart and build them into something even more awesome. This is an interactive session, so get ready to build and discover your inner-LEGO Master!

Graeme Dymond was a corporate trainer working for a top financial institution when his world turned upside down. After winning a LEGO building competition, Graeme traded his cubicle for bricks and began a career as a Master Model Builder. Now, as an independent LEGO consultant, brick artist, and model builder, Graeme continues to innovate new and exciting ways of engaging with people across Toronto, the GTA, and beyond! www.brickmangraeme.com

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Presentation 2 - More Magic for the Nerds by Ben Train

A Few Words about Ben Train

Ben Train is a performer, a creator, an international lecturer, and a collector of magic-themed Beanie Babies.

When Ben isn’t on stage he’s working behind the scenes, creating new magic for other performers and producing shows across Ontario. Ben’s material has been featured in every major magic publication and the books and DVDs his company FiveAcademyMagic produce can be found for sale all over the world. Most importantly, Ben loves chocolate chip cookies and hugs, so feel free to give him either next time you see him.

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Presentation 3 – “Hot Stuff: Spice Extracts for Bears, Birds and People” by David Soknacki

Located in a non-descript building just north of Toronto is a facility that produces flavours, colours and antioxidants from spices. Instead of considering spices as suitable just for seasonings, think of spice extracts as a part of pharmaceuticals, in so many foods, and in applications as unusual as marking lumber and insect repellent. We'll take you through how these products are made, where they're used, and bring some samples along.

David Soknacki never planned to be in the spice extract business. When Yuri Gargarin and John Glenn blasted off, he wanted to be an astronaut. Later, when it came time to sign up for university, he saw himself as an archeologist. Fortunately David enrolled in business courses instead, and graduated with a B Comm and MBA. But he was fired so many times he decided to go into business for himself. That was almost 30 years ago, when he entered the spice business...

FAQs

What are my transport/parking options getting to the event?

Tranzac is located on Brunswick Avenue, south of Bloor Street. The nearest TTC options are Spadina or Bathurst stations.

What can/can't I bring to the event?

Your baby, your own booze. We'd greatly prefer if you purchase that from Tranzac. The booze, that is.

Where can I contact the organizer with any questions?

virve or lauren at nerd nite toronto dot com, or on our Facebook page, or on Twitter @NerdNiteToronto

Do I have to bring my printed ticket to the event?

"What's paper," they asked. Printed is easier for us to see, but sure. Show us on your screen of choice.

What is the refund policy?

Sorry, no refunds. If you can't make it, introduce a friend or nerdy stranger to Nerd Nite. They'll thank you.