Toronto, ON (March 3, 2010) -- QAS / SAQ, in collaboration with BookShorts, CTV Bravo, Cordova Bay Entertainment, and Greystone Books, is pleased to announce a public memorial event for our "poster boy" -- PAUL QUARRINGTON.

It will take place TUESDAY, APRIL 13 at The Opera House (735 Queen St. East, Toronto, Ontario).

Where the October event at International Festival of Authors was positioned as a tribute to Paul and he was there in the room; and a spontaneous event broke out at Dora Keogh on January 22 because he had just left the room **; this event will be focused on the performance of PQ's work, and presentations inspired by his work, as testament to the creative gifts - especially musical gifts -- he has given to his audiences, friends and family.

Artists on stage will include featured bands: Porkbelly Futures, Bidiniband and Soul Stew along with musical guests Jim Cuddy, Anne Lindsay, Dan Hill, Joe Hall, Melanie Doane. Each set will start with a segment on film featuring the man of the hour. Baldini the magician will present wonderousness and scenes adapted from PQ's literary and stage work will be performed. Dave Bidini will announce a new sports writing award in Paul's name, and there will be game tables for those who like to play. Family members will celebrate with everyone. PQ's solo CD called "Paul Quarrington: The Songs," Paul's new book "Cigar Box Banjo" and the documentary film "Paul Quarrington: Life in Music" - all of which are to be released / broadcast in May - will be highlighted during the evening, along with the work of the Quarrington Arts Society.

This will be a ticketed event open to the public. Two levels of tickets are available:

• Event Ticket - $35 (+3 service charge) in advance, more at the door
• ULTRA Package - $95 available in advance
  • a copy of his solo album, Paul Quarrington: The Songs (Cordova Bay - scheduled public release: May 25, 2010)
  • a copy of Paul's memoir, Cigar Box Banjo:Notes on Music and Life (Greystone Books - scheduled public release: May 29, 2010)
  • a copy of the documentary Paul Quarrington: Life In Music on DVD (BookShorts / CTV - scheduled public release: May 30, 2010)
  • a ticket to the April 13 event

There are a limited number of Ultra packages available!

Visit TicketBreak.com to purchase $35 Event Tickets

Please contact natalie@bookshorts.com to purchase a $95 ULTRA Package.

IMPORTANT NOTE: we will be shipping the Book/CD/DVD after the event - purchasing this package ensures these Paul Quarrington gifts will be sent prior to scheduled public releases.

** Both the IFOA show and the Dora had to turn people away due to over-capacity crowds!