🎉 New Year’s Eve: The Cozy Countdown ✨🥂

🎉 New Year’s Eve: The Cozy Countdown ✨🥂
Ring in 2026 in a warm, intimate, low-key environment at Mathew’s place. If you’re looking for something relaxed — soft lighting, great conversation, gentle music, and a space where you can really connect — this is the perfect New Year’s Eve.
Expect good food, community vibes, festive touches, party favours, and a little bubbly at midnight. 🥂✨

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## 🧀 What to Bring

Please bring an hors d’oeuvre to share with the group. Nothing too “snacky” like chips — we’ll already have those — but small bites, finger foods, and little plates that feel special for the night.
You’ll be able to warm things up if needed.

### ✔️ Suggested Hors d’Oeuvres (easy + classy + shareable):

Cold / Room Temp Options

• Caprese skewers (tomato, basil, bocconcini)
• Charcuterie platter
• Cheese board with crackers
• Veggie platter with dip
• Deviled eggs
• Hummus & pita wedges
• Shrimp cocktail
• Cucumber bites with herbed cream cheese
• Smoked salmon bites
• Stuffed mini peppers (cheese or quinoa)

Warm Options

• Mini quiches
• Sausage rolls
• Spanakopita
• Cocktail meatballs
• Stuffed mushrooms
• Mini samosas
• Pizza bites or flatbread squares
• Baked brie with jam
• Jalapeño poppers
• Puff pastry pinwheels

Sweet Options

• Mini cupcakes
• Cookie tray
• Chocolate-dipped fruit
• Holiday pastries

If someone isn’t sure what to bring, they can ask — this helps avoid duplicates. Please let us know what you are bring in the comments.

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## 💲 Cost & RSVP

$20 to cover the event
E-transfer within 24 hours of signing up → **mathewmaclean@hotmail.com**
No refunds for any reason.
If the event is cancelled, you will be fully refunded.
Space is limited to about 15 guests — it’s a cozy bachelor apartment with big hearts and small spaces. 💖

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## 🥂 What’s Provided

• Festive beverages
• Non-alcoholic options
• Party favours
• Midnight bubbly
• Music (soft + background level)

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## 📍 Location

The exact address will be sent via text 24 hours before the event.
Mathew lives near Sherbourne & Wellesley.
Parking available at the building.
TTC accessible — short walk or bus ride.

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## ⏰ Timing

Meetup starts at 8:00pm
Arrive anytime after 8!
Leaving time: whenever you’re ready — stay for as long or as little as you’d like.

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## ⚠️ Please Note

If Mathew feels you’ve had too much to drink, you will be asked to take an Uber home (at your own cost).
Please drink responsibly and stay safe. 💛
Occasionally events may need to be rescheduled — please check for updates.

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## 💬 Stay Connected

👉 Join our WhatsApp group — CLICK HERE!

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## 👤 Organizer: Mathew

Questions?
Post on the event wall or email **torontomoviesandoutings@hotmail.com**