The Machine Shop – Sault Ste Marie
Sault Ste Marie, ON (May 16, 2016) –
A brand new beginning….for a building that has been a pillar in the history of our community for over a hundred years.
Once a major catalyst for our economy, the St. Mary’s Paper Mill has been transformed into a 40000+ square foot music/arts and convention center, to once again take a leading role in our business community.
With the new ownership, come new changes. Since January the additions include a heat recovery air conditioner system, a 24’ Remote Diagonal Projector Screen with two Projector Units, a 24 speaker sound system, wireless microphones, 2 16’ diameter Fans in the venue area, the addition of a Green Room Space to be used by entertainers and/or bridal parties, and of course a fully equipped 2000+ square foot state of the art kitchen.
This June, The Machine Shop, becomes the number one destination for all your wedding, music, conference and community events. The Machine Shop can cater events of up to 600 seated in the performance venue as well as up to 100 people in the newly constructed restaurant which is tentatively set for a mid-July opening.
In order to make this happen, The Machine Shop has enlisted the help of a few experts in their fields to guarantee that your experience is second to none:
Joe Iachetta – Operations Manager
Joe comes with 35+ years of experience in the Restaurant, Bar and Hospitality Industry. Over the years he has owned and managed both chain and independent restaurants and bars. Namely Lone Star Cafe, Swiss Chalet, Joey Calzone’s Italian Eatery & Bar, Joey’s Twisted Italian Grill & Pub and The Pub at the Water Tower Inn.
“…In all my years in the Hospitality industry, I can’t remember the last time I have been so excited about a project of this magnitude. Over the years I have opened restaurants from the ground up, but to be involved in building a kitchen from the ground up, helping in the design and development of a new restaurant, helping to set up a Calendar of Events for a Main Venue and additional Party Rooms. Having the opportunity to build a team of young, energetic and passionate people, around what I believe to be the most exciting thing that has happened to this city in a long time. Absolutely amazing!!!!”
Glen Dahl – Executive Chef
With Glen comes over 40+ years of kitchen, teaching and administrative experience. Over the years he has been Executive Chef for the Holiday Inn, Ramada Inn and New West Hotels. Most recently he was the Hospitality/Chef Training Coordinator for the Sault College Hospitality Program.
“….I’m thrilled to be able to take all my years of experience and apply it to an industry that I love so much. To be able to again, help to instill a passion for culinary excellence to a new generation of Chefs and Kitchen Employees. To be able to actually hire students that I played a part in teaching and to be able to continue guiding their careers…”
Stephen Alexander – Events & Promotions Manager
Owner/operator of LoplopsGallery~Lounge and with 13 years of experience, Alexander brings his flair and creativity to a new project. Known for bringing the newest stars on the music scene to his venue, with over 1200 shows at his venue as well as becoming a leader in creating larger events like the Festival of Beer, Oktoberfest, The Emergency and Second Stage, Alexander now has an opportunity to push the boundaries a little more.
“… I believe this is biggest cultural merger Sault Ste Marie has seen in decades. Loplops joining forces with the Machine Shop will put our community on the map not only as a destination for musicians and fans but as well as conferences, expos and business. It is a natural progression from what we started 15 years ago and the Machine Shop will quickly become known as a shining example of what Northern Ontario can offer, the pride of our beautiful community…”
The crowning jewel of this exciting redevelopment, The Machine Shop will continue to fuel the cultural hub of the St Mary’s Paper site while entertaining and inspiring our community.
Please contact The Machine Shop to book your events today at 705.759.9090. For more information about this venue, visit Facebook.
4 Comments
This isn’t a community hub it’s an institution. It’s an academic and entertainment centre. The community desperately needs more housing, jobs and services for the underprivileged not more funhouses for the elite. We’re more focused on drawing outsiders with money to the city than helping our neighbors. Nothing new here.
I guess someone failed economics 101..
Money comes in from outsiders. Jobs are created, supported and flourish. Less underprivileged people in the community.
Is there a housing issue in the city? Definitely. Are there still plenty of people who need help? Of course. Is this redevelopment project a negative for the city? Absolutely not.
Another typical, moronic, shortsighted online comment. You’re right on one point – nothing new here.
I applaud your usage of several fallacies w/in a single post.
Let the flame war begin