Beach Metro Community News May 30, 2023

Art shows slated for the Beach

UPCOMING ART shows and festivals are slated for the next two weekends in the Beach.

From June 2 to 4, The Beach Guild of Fine Art (BGFA) hosts its Art Show and Sale at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave.

On the following weekend, June 11 and 12, the Signatures Beaches Arts and Crafts show and sale takes place in Kew Gardens park.

The free event helps to raise funds for The Neighbourhood Group Community Services and will feature the works of more than 150 artists, artisans, makers and designers.

The Beaches Arts and Craft show has been a tradition in the community since 1984. Show times are 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. on both June 11 and 12. For more info, please go to https://signatures. ca/beaches-arts-and-crafts

This coming weekend’s Art Show and Sale hosted by The Beach Guild of Fine Art features works by local artists and has also been a longstanding tradition in the community.

On Friday, June 2, the show and sale goes at Beach United Church from 5 to 8 p.m. This Saturday and Sunday (June 3 and 4), the hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information on the Beach Guild of Fine Art Show and Sale, please visit www.beachguildoffineart.com

East York Hall of Fame to honour five new inductees

THE EAST York Hall of Fame will honour its five new inductees with a special celebration on Thursday, June 22.

The five inductees for the year 2022 are Peter Silverman, Kam Babulal, Alan Redway, Phillip Anthony and Bob MacDonald.

The inaugural inductee into the East York Hall of Fame was legendary Canadian comedian and actor John Candy.

The June 22 induction ceremony will take place at Jawny Bakers Restaurant, 804 O’Connor Dr., starting at 6 p.m. Tickets to the event are $70, with a portion of proceeds going to East York Meals on Wheels and the Bethany Baptist Food Bank.

To purchase tickets, please go to www.bestofeastyork.com or contact East York Hall of

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A celebration was held last Thursday, May 25, to celebrate the unveiling of a Heritage Toronto plaque designating the giant red oak tree in Kew Gardens as a Forests Ontario Heritage Tree. Photo above, The Beach and East Toronto Historical Society members (from left) Erik Malmsten, Gene Domagala, Mary Campbell, Julita Tyszewicz, Barbara Myrvold, Glenn Chadwick and Birgit Siber at the unveiling.

PHOTOS: ALAN SHACKLETON

Photo below left, Siber (centre) unveiled the plaque with Sarah Watson (left), board member of Heritage Toronto, and Kim Statham, Director of Urban Forestry with the City of Toronto.

Photo below right shows the tree, estimated to be more than 200 years old.

Kingston Road Village Spring Fest celebrations set for Saturday, June 10

AS PART of the Kingston Road Village business community’s Spring Fest on Saturday, June 10, Kingston Road United Church will be celebrating its new roof.

The church will be participating in the festival from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. with a quilt show, roof tile painting/sales, hot dogs, bird house painting, bazaar items, and a Raise Our Roof table.

In the process of replacing the roof of the church at 975 Kingston Rd., 9,000 square feet of 100-plus-year-old 12-inch-by-20-inch slate tiles were salvaged from the removal of the old roof. The church partnered with local artists, many of them OCAD (Ontario College of Art and Design) students, to transform the tiles into beautiful works of art.

Residents can now own a piece of local history, support young artists and enjoy a unique piece of original art as these tiles are available for purchase. Tiles are $100. Proceeds are split 50/50 between the artist and the church’s Raise Our Roof Project.

In advance of the events at the Kingston Road Village Spring Fest, the church will also be holding a Blessing of the Roof ceremony for Kingston Road United Church parishioners on the morning of June 4.

The Kingston Road Village business community’s Spring Fest takes place along Kingston Road between Victoria Park Avenue and Main Street.

It will feature numerous displays, activities and shopping specials presented by the businesses and community groups that call Kingston Road Village home.

For more information, please visit the Kingston Road Village Facebook page at www.facebook.com/kingstonroadvillage

PHOTOS: ALAN SHACKLETON

Above, artist Ashley Snook and Tim Dawson of Kingston Road United Church show some of the painted roof tiles that are available for sale at the church as part of its Raise Our Roof campaign.

Photo below, Dawson shows some of the painted stars that can purchased as part of the campaign. The artworks and more will be displayed at the church during the June 10 Kingston Road Village Spring Fest.

Lena McDougall, born on May 12 of 1919, celebrated her 104th birthday recently at Main Street Terrace. Family and residents helped her celebrate the milestone with a party, cake and songs. Lena was born in Nova Scotia. She has one son, Raymond McDougall, (who also now lives at Main Street Terrace) and one granddaughter Rayan McDougall. Lena loves music and dancing, said her family. When she was not dancing, she would bake pies and cook all her son’s favourite foods. Lena worked for Woolworth’s for more than 30 years.

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R.H. McGregor school celebrates 100 years

Advance polls for mayoral byelection to be open from June 8 until June 13

LOCAL VOTERS are reminded that advance polls for Toronto’s mayoral byelection will be open from June 8 to June 13.

The date of the byelection is Monday, June 26.

Information on local advance poll locations will be included on Voter Information Cards that have been sent to residents by the City of Toronto. For more information on voting in the mayoral byelection, please go to www. toronto.ca/city-government/elections/ by-election/by-election-voter-information/myvote-by-elections

So far Beach Metro Community News is aware of four candidates with links to the Beaches-East York area who are running for mayor in the byelection.

With a total of 102 candidates registered, there may be others from the area as well.

However, at this time our newspaper is aware of mayoral candidates Brad Bradford, Habiba Desai, Anthony Furey, and Brian Graff as they are the ones who have reached out to us.

Please note that Beach Metro Community News does not endorse candidates. Who you vote for is entirely your choice. All we ask is that you please vote.

We encourage voters to gather more information on these local candidates.

Here (in alphabetical order) is contact information for the local candidates Beach Metro Community News is aware of at this time.

For more information on the Brad Bradford campaign, please visit www. votebradford.ca

For more information on the Habiba Desai campaign, please visit https:// votehabibadesai.wixsite.com/mayordesai

For more information on the Anthony Furey campaign, please visit https:// furey.ca

For more information on the Brian Graff campaign, please visit www.BrianGraff.net

For the full list of the 102 candidates in the Toronto mayoral byelection, please go to the city’s election website at www.toronto.ca/city-government/ elections/by-election/by-election-candidate-list/

Bowmore school’s 100th anniversary moved to this fall

BOWMORE ROAD Public School has moved its 100th anniversary celebrations until the fall of this year.

The event was originally set to take place on June 10 but has been moved to the later date as the school continues to deal with cleanup and other impacts of a fire in a classroom on May 4.

There were no injuries in the fire that took place while students and staff were in class, but it did cause sig-

nificant damage to a second-floor classroom and the surrounding area.

“We were hopeful that we would be able to continue with our plans for the 100th Anniversary Celebration on June 10 but with the closure of many classrooms and library, we had to make the very difficult decision to postpone the Alumni Celebration until the fall,” said a statement from the school.

“We know that many of you have

made extensive plans to attend the event and the (100th Anniversary) Committee is very sorry for the inconvenience that this decision has caused.”

Work is now underway to finalize a date for Bowmore’s 100th anniversary celebration in the fall.

For updated information on those plans please visit the website at https:// sites.google.com/view/bowmores100th-anniversary/home

Parade to mark 79th anniversary of D-Day set for Sunday

A PARADE to mark the upcoming 79th anniversary of D-Day will take place on the afternoon of Sunday, June 4, along Kingston Road.

The parade begins at 1 p.m. at Norway Public School, 390 Kingston Rd., at 1 p.m.

It will then head west along Kingston Road and into the St. John’s Norway Cemetery, northwest corner of Kings-

ton Road and Woodbine Avenue.

The parade will end at the site of the war graves in the cemetery and will be followed by a memorial service there at 2 p.m.

There are more than 500 veterans buried in St. John’s Norway Cemetery.

Taking part will be local Royal Canadian Legion members, Cadets and dignitaries.

The D-Day invasion of the Normandy beaches in France by Allied troops took place on June 6, 1944 and signalled the beginning of the end of the Second World War.

More than 14,000 Canadian military members took part in the D-Day invasion. Canadian troops secured Juno Beach at the cost of 359 killed and more than 1,000 other casualties.

R.H. McGregor Elementary School in East York celebrated its 100th anniversary with an Open House on Saturday, May 27. Photo above left, Kelly Vandette, Flory Ball and Michelle Spencer catch up on their memories of attending the school in the 1970s. Photo above right, current McGregor student Koah Cowan-Ishihara points to a photo of his uncle Stewart Cowan who attended the school in 1984.

Four-storey, 16-unit apartment building proposed for 9 Benlamond

By Amarachi Amadike, Local Journalism Initiative Reporter

THE CITY of Toronto has received a zoning bylaw amendment application for a four-storey building proposal at 9 Benlamond Ave., just west of Main Street.

The proposed low-rise apartment building will have 16 residential units consisting of one single-bedroom unit; one two-bedroom; six two-bedroom units with a den; six three-bedroom units; and two three-bedroom units with a den.

The site is currently occupied by a low-rise detached residential building with vehicular access from Benla-

mond Avenue.

The location is on the south side of Benlamond Avenue, across the street from Calvary Baptist Church and beside The Benlamond lowrise apartment building to the east and detached homes to the west.

The proposed development at 9 Benlamond Ave. is expected to have a total Gross Floor Area of 1,648.3 square metres, and a proposed density of 1.3 times the lot area based on gross site area.

Although the building would requires 16 parking spaces in order to provide one spot for each residential unit, there are only six park-

ing spaces in the proposal.

However, there will be 10 available bicycle parking spaces provided for residents, according to the proposal

For more information on this proposal, please visit the City of Toronto’s Application Information Centre at https://secure.toronto.ca/ AIC/index.do and type in the address 9 Benlamond Ave.

Amarachi Amadike is a Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for Beach Metro Community News. His reporting is funded by the Government of Canada through its Local Journalism Initiative.

St. Denis Catholic School Pride flag raising celebration on May 31

ST. DENIS Catholic School

in the Beach will kick off Pride Month in June with a special celebration on the afternoon of Wednesday, May 31.

The event will see the raising of a Pride flag and the unveiling of a permanent art installation that students have contributed to.

The celebration gets underway at 2 p.m. at the school, 67 Balsam Ave., and will include speeches by former Ontario Premier Kathleen Wynne, school principal Anthony Pauk, former

St. Denis teacher Wendell Isidor, and parents from the school’s Pride Committee which is a subdivision of the parent-led Equity Circle.

This is the second year in a row St. Denis has held a Pride celebration and flag raising event.

There will also be singing from all students, and for the first time a Show your Colours Show where students are welcome to walk or dance to celebrate their colours, diversity and uniqueness in front of their peers. There will be a DJ and dance

party to follow.

Other events at the school for Pride month will include: presentations from Pflag Canada organization scheduled for the middle of the month and geared towards three different age groupings, 2SLGBTQI+ positive library books displayed in the school’s lobby, and a morning assembly on May 31 for students and staff featuring a theatrical adaptation of the book Red: A Crayon’s Story performed by the St. Denis Drama Club.

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Danforth East Community Association’s yard sale and clothing/appliance drive slated

THE DANFORTH East Community Association (DECA) will be holding a Community Yard Sale on Saturday, June 10.

The ninth annual neighbourhood-wide sale will run from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Danforth East Community is made up of the area between Danforth Avenue and a little bit north

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Amarachi Amadike is a Local Journalism Initiative Reporter for Beach Metro Community News. His reporting is funded by the Government of Canada through its Local Journalism Initiative.

of Cosburn Avenue between (approximately) Dawes Road to the east and Greenwood Avenue to the west.

For an online map showing homes participating in the June 10 yard sale, please go to https://yardsale.azurewebsites.net/app/home

For this year’s sale, DECA has worked to make it easier for those living in apartment buildings (who might not have a yard or driveway they can use to set up a sale table) to take part. A multiseller site has been set up for those residents to use at Kimbourne United Church, 200 Wolverleigh Blvd.

Another initiative by DECA for this year’s sale is a clothing and appliance drive being undertaken to benefit the Kennedy House Youth Shelter and New Circles.

Some of the clothes and appliances will be used by clients at Kennedy House and New Circles.

The Kennedy House clients can use the appliances to help set up apartments of their own, while the New Circles clients are in need of the clothing for job interviews, formal events and more.

Those wishing to drop off

small appliances or clothing donations can do so on June 10 at Kimbourne Park United Church.

According to a list from DECA, some of the most needed clothing and appliance items are men’s shoes (sizes 9, 10, 11, 12); running shoes, sandals, gym shorts, suits, young boys clothes, dresses, leggings, hair curlers, blow dryers, electric shavers, blenders, coffee makers, kettles, dishware, cutlery, electronics such as televisions, game consoles, vacuums, microwaves and video games.

Residents who plan on being out shopping at the DECA Community Yard Sale on June 10 should be aware that the Danforth Mosaic BIA will also be hosting a Sidewalk Sale that day so there should be lots of opportunities for bargains.

The Danforth Mosaic BIA covers the area along Danforth Avenue between Jones and avenues.

For more information on the Sidewalk Sale, please visit the Danforth Mosaic BIA’s Facebook page at www. facebook.com/TheDannyBIA/

Remembering our community’s Women of Distinction

Gene DomaGala Beach Memories

While doing an historic walk on Queen Street East recently, I mentioned that one of the first settlers to this area 230 years ago was Sarah Ashbridge, the woman who was the matriarch of the Ashbridge family.

When I finished the walk, I ended with mentioning Penny Oleksiak – Canada’s most decorated Olympic athlete and a Beacher. A swimmer, Oleksiak has won seven Olympic medals – one gold, two silver and four bronze.

Then someone said what impressive women they were.

That got me thinking about an

event back about 16 or 17 years ago that was called Women of Distinction and was featured in the Beach Metro Community News

At that time I had been involved in an argument with someone who had actually said men were better than women in every endeavour. Well, I said, “Is that so?” and went on to join with a group of prominent Beachers to come up our local Women of Distinction.

The aim was to highlight the women in the East End who were making important contributions to the city, province and country.

So, I believe in 2007, we named the Women of Distinction for the community. It obviously turned out that this was not “an idea” but a statement of fact.

In the following paragraphs, taken from a couple of the people involved, here is a bit of history on revered subject: Women of Distinc-

tion!

On March 28, 2007, a celebration was held to honour these women –38 of them in all –from an original list of nearly 200 that were nominated for their many contributions to the health and well-being of the Beach.

The Women of Distinction came in every shape, size, colour, race, age, nationality and background. Their contributions included serving in public office, running a food bank, being teachers, actors, journalists, students, architects, musicians, librarians, business owners, and more. They all made the Beach and the East End an important part of what they did.

The 38 women honoured were Sheila Blinoff, Linda Blogg, Joan Brent, Marion Bryden, Sandra Bussin, Sheila Cary-Meagher, Sue Choi, Jennifer Cline, Jean Cochrane, Kathie Collins William,

Nancy Culver, Catherine Dunphy, Amy Gaudaur, Evonne Hossack, Edna Houston, Margie Hunt, Helen Ilidimitis, Dianne James, Angela Kennedy, Joanne Knox, Frances Lankin, Angela Miller, Maria Minna, Barbara Myrvold, Marie Perotta, Carolyn Pitre, Margery Plummer, Charlene Provan, Lisa Rochon, Paris Quinn, Carole Stimmell, Anne Butler Swan, Debbie Visconti, Yvonne Walmsly, Barbara Weissman, Leslie Woo, and Hang Zhao.

All of these women excelled in what they did. An interesting side note is that at one time, all of our elected politicians in the Beach were women. They were Councillor Sandra Bussin, MPP Frances Lankin, MP Maria Minna, and school trustees Sheila Cary-Meagher and Angela Kennedy. Many of them had their photo taken with our first Canadian woman astro-

naut Roberta Bondar.

Now, here we are many years later in 2023 and I’d like to know from readers of Beach Metro Community News if they remember the 2007 Women of Distinction.

If you do, could you please send me your memories of them that you would like to share. I’m also pondering whether we should have a reunion and would like to hear from those involved back in 2007. Looking back, I think it was one of the great things that we did here in the Beach. Any suggestions on a possible reunion would be greatly appreciated and looked upon carefully. Please send your thoughts or memories by email to Beach Metro Community News at editor@ beachmetro.com or by mail with my name on the envelope to Beach Metro Community News, 2196 Gerrard St. E., Toronto, ON, M4E 2C7. Historically and gratefully yours.

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Letters to the Editor

Beach parking crisis needs immediate attention from city officials

We need help.

A community meeting hosted at the Beaches Recreation Centre on May 17 was attended by many residents of Ward 19 Beaches-East York Ward in the central part of 9c parking area. Many experienced anger and frustration as families are struggling to find parking and deal with parking fines. Most now have hundreds of dollars of fines with more to come.

The parking many families depend on has been removed and they have no legal parking available. There are solutions but they require Toronto and East York Community Council to recognize the problem and take immediate action to provide relief.

The discussion at the meeting was very productive, and residents voiced their concerns and agreed to solutions to the issue of

parking within the impacted area. We will summarize the issue and potential solutions that were discussed and supported by constituents of Beaches-East York at the meeting.

Recently the supply of on-street overnight parking spaces within the area has been reduced to far fewer than the existing demand.

This is causing hardship for many who have relied on the 9c overnight parking program to ultimately take care of their families.

In a desperate attempt to find overnight parking, 9c permit holders primarily on Lee Avenue, Juniper Avenue, Wheeler Avenue and Kingston Road have had no choice but to park illegally on Glen Ames, Long Crescent, and Glen Stewart Crescent. To add further injury, those residents have been issued many tickets and fines from City of Toronto

Parking Enforcement while on the aforementioned streets.

There are three main factors which have led up to this hardship:

1.) The decision taken by the Toronto and East York Community Council in November 2021 to pass a bylaw to remove all the permit parking spaces on Pine Crescent, Glen Ames, Long Crescent, Glen Oak Drive, Balsam Road, Pine Glen Road and Glen Stewart Crescent, removing more than 40 parking spaces.

2.) The water main and combined sewer replacement construction on Wheeler Avenue, making it impossible for residents of the street to use their driveways or park on their street, removing more than 18 parking spaces.

3.) The change to bylaw/TMC 918 in April 2022, preventing the use of the Committee of Adjustment for minor variances to obtain a legal front yard parking pad.

At the May 17 community meeting, residents attending proposed the following solutions, separated into immediate and longer term (i.e., one to two years).

• Immediate - Beaches-East York Councillor Brad Bradford must meet with constituents in the impacted area, and visit the area with them to witness the issue firsthand and understand their frustration.

• Immediate - Permit parking on all streets in the area must be temporarily reinstated. This would reinstate all the street permit parking spaces removed by Community Council in November of 2021.

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Letters to the Editor

Addressing the pressing need to reduce reliance on fossil fuels

Re: ‘Hunting down carbon dioxide is of benefit to no one: geologist,’ Letters, Beach Metro Community News, April 18.

In my opinion, the letter has taken a page from Donald Trump’s playbook. Convince yourself that you know the truth and that anyone who disputes it is wrong. Keep repeating your statements even after they have been proven false.

For example, Trump continues to claim that the last U.S. election was rigged and that his party actually had a landslide victory. However, of 16 court cases he launched alleging election fraud, none found in his favour.

The letter-writer tells readers to trust him because he is a geology elder. Apparently, he views the thousands of scientists from other disciplines who are working on climate change as nothing more than weather reporters.

Here are two falsehoods that need to be addressed:

First is the claim the planet has not warmed at all since 1906, and the sec-

ond is the claim that carbon dioxide (CO2) does not affect global temperatures.

Let’s take them one at a time by presenting known facts.

First - Assessing planetary temperature involves recording land and sea temperatures at a vast number of sites around the world. There are organizations in Japan, the United Kingdom and the United States working full-time at measuring current temperatures and assembling climate data from 1850 onward. Their results differ by small amounts, but all point to an increase in global temperature of about one degree Celsius since 1906.

Second - The warming effect of atmospheric CO2 has been known for over 150 years. It can be demonstrated in a grade-school classroom using mason jars, baking soda, vinegar, sunlight and a thermometer.

- In the 1960s and 70s, oil company scientists told their bosses that unless the production of fossil fuels was con-

strained, the C02 being pumped into the atmosphere from internal combustion machines would lead to rapid global warming. They predicted catastrophic effects by the early part of the 21st century. They were right. The icecaps are now melting and sea levels rising. Extreme weather events are increasing. There are great floods on some parts of the planet and forest fires raging on others.

- Since 1988, the Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) has been studying global warming. It has been cautious about attributing climate change to humankind’s intensive use of fossil fuels. However, the IPCC has now definitively confirmed that current warming is primarily caused by humankind’s greenhouse gas emissions, mostly CO2. Thank you for the opportunity to help increase public awareness of the pressing need to reduce reliance on fossil fuels.

Michael Obrecht

Leash your dogs to stop the killing of wildlife

Few others likely noticed what I and my wife saw Friday, May 12, morning as we strolled along the Boardwalk just south of Kippendavie Avenue. Next to a planter was a young fox. Fluffy. Fragile. Freshly dead.

A city vehicle came by just minutes later and removed it.

A little while after that we came upon

a volunteer from Toronto Wildlife Centre. She told us that when fox kits are killed in the Beach, the necropsy almost always reveals the same cause: Shaken to death by a dog. We’d assumed as much already.

She told us she was weary of telling Beachers to keep their dogs, especially large ones, on a leash.

So here’s me saying it instead. It takes no time at all for your dog to kill a fox. And the only way you can stop it is preventively, by leashing the animal before tragedy happens. It will also stop your dog causing a bicycle accident. It’s also the law.

Chris Knight

Rules against permit parking on streets surrounding Wheeler Avenue must be removed during construction

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• Immediate - Assist with allowing overnight parking in local public school lots. The principals of Glen Ames Senior Public School and Williamson Road Public School need to be approached to allow 9c permit holders to park in the schools’ parking lots outside of school hours (i.e. 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.). Currently, the parking lot gates are locked after hours.

• Longer term - Allow polling of the entire area, including north and south sides of Kingston Road, for any proposed removal of street parking. To date, only residents of the streets where overnight parking was removed (i.e. e.g. Pine

Crescent, Glen Ames, Long Crescent, Glen Oak Drive, Balsam Road, Pine Glen Road and Glen Stewart Crescent) were polled to allow or disallow overnight parking. Cars do not simply disappear from streets with removal of portions of permit parking but rather they are pushed into other remaining streets with paid permit parking causing further congestion. Polling the entire area would provide a more equitable approach to decision making while ensuring a greater number of impacted residents are considered.

• Longer term - Assist with amending bylaw/TMC 918 to remove the prohibition of front yard parking pads in

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Beaches-East York. These parking pads are a common sight in the area and proof that this set up yields many benefits with little drawbacks. Permeable pavers can be used to ensure proper water drainage with a tasteful landscaping plan accentuating the character of the neighbourhood. Better sightlines from the front yard help ensure no children or elderly residents are injured by cars. Lastly, front yard pads help increase the uptake of electric cars as they provide a space for chargers. However, there needs to be a proper review process in place for such proposals. For these reasons we ask that Council amend bylaw/TMC 918, and

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the prohibition of front yard parking pads in BeachesEast York be removed. We also ask that subsections to 918-6, added in April of 2022, preventing the use of the Committee of Adjustment for minor variances to bylaws, also be removed.

Immediate action by our councillor to temporarily reinstate parking on all the area streets will quickly relieve the problem we are experiencing. We need Toronto and East York Community Council to open up parking during construction on Wheeler Avenue on Glen Ames, Long Crescent, and Glen Stewart Crescent.

Concerned Beach residents

JUNE 2-4: Beach Guild of Fine Art Show and Sale at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., Friday 5-8 p.m., Saturday & Sunday 10 a.m.5 p.m. Info: www.beachguildoffineart.com

JUNE 3: Acoustic Harvest 25th Anniversary Gala Fundraiser at St. Paul’s United Church, 200 McIntosh St., 8 p.m. Acoustic Harvest is celebrating 25 years! Please join us for our Gala Anniversary Fundraiser! Tickets: Tickets: $40 at www.acousticharvest.ca or $45 at door. No Refunds.

JUNE 3: Art as Inspiration for the Mind at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 1-3 p.m. As we age, art provides a buffer against cognitive decline, allowing us to maintain an island of humanity in the face of a sea of mental, physical and brain loss. Join us for this free event with music, dialogue & workshops hosted by Dr. Luis Fornazzari MD, FRCPC, Behavioural Neurology, UofT. Info: www.beachunitedchurch.com

JUNE 4: Spring Concert at St. John’s Catholic Church, 794 Kingston Rd., 3 p.m. After 3 years the St. John’s Harmony Choir is excited to be back to sing for you a varied music program, from sacred to silly, with outstanding soprano soloist Alison Angelo. Join us for great music in the stunning St. John’s space and stay for refreshments after. Donations to the self-supporting music program gratefully appreciated. Info: maryse.ristuccia@gmail.com

JUNE 4: D-Day Parade & Memorial at St. John’s Norway Cemetery. Parade starts at 1 p.m. at Norway Public School, marching to St. John’s Cemetery, 256 Kingston Rd. (at Woodbine) for the Memorial Service. Hoping our East End Community will come out and show support for the marching Legionnaires and Cadets and join us for the service 2 p.m. in the Cemetery.

JUNE 6: Community Centre 55 Annual General Meeting at 97 Main St., 7 p.m. for the purpose of considering and taking action with respect to the following: to approve the financial statements of Community Centre 55 for the fiscal year ended Dec. 31, 2022; to receive our Program report; and to fill 1 vacancy on the Board of Management. Additional info: Reza Khoshdel, Executive Director, Community Centre 55 at 416-691-1113 ext. 225

JUNE 7: The Beach and East Toronto Historical Society Heritage Talk at The Beaches Sandbox, 2181 Queen St. E., 7-8:15 p.m. Local authors, Don Loucks and Leslie Valpy discuss their book: Modest Hopes, Homes and Stories of Toronto’s Workers from the 1820’s to the 1920’s. Info: www.tbeths.com

JUNE 7: Inner Peace Movement – Trust your Angels and Strengthen your Resilience, at Cliffcrest Library, 3017 Kingston Rd., 2-3 p.m. $22. Info: www. innerpeacemovementofcanada.com, facebook.com/ IPMCanada or email ipmwithleslie@gmail.com

JUNE 8: A Tale of Two Villages – History of the Upper Beach, hosted by Mark Battenberg, at Community Centre 55, 97 Main St., 7 p.m. Come for a tea and hear about our local history. Info: markbattenberg@rogers.com

JUNE 10: Bowmore Road Jr. and Sr. Public School 100th Anniversary Celebration, 12 noon-4 p.m. Student performances, school tours, refreshments, archives, school swag for purchase, and a carnival in the park. Free takeaway for first 200 visitors. Info and RSVP: https://sites. google.com/view/bowmores-100th-anniversary/home

JUNE 10: Clothing & Small Appliance Drive at Kimbourne Park United Church, 200 Wolverleigh Ave., 12 noon-4 p.m. Donate gently used or new clothing and small appliances for Kennedy House Youth Shelter and New Circles. Hosted by Danforth East Yard Sale & Sidewalk Sale (Danforth Ave. from Jones to Westlake, 8 a.m.-2 p.m. rain or shine). Info: www.deca.to

JUNE 10, 11: Signatures Beaches Arts and Crafts Show at Kew Gardens (Queen St. E. & Lee Ave.), 10 a.m.-6 p.m. rain or shine. Featuring the works of over 150 independent artists, artisans, makers, and designers. Benefiting The Neighbourhood Group Community Services. Info: www.signatures.ca/beaches-arts-and-crafts

JUNE 14: AGM of Ward 9 Community News Inc., publisher of Beach Metro Community News, 7 p.m. Details are on page 18 of the May 16 edition. This is a members-only meeting. Cut off date for purchase of $5 memberships is June 7 at 5 p.m., at the Beach Metro News office, 2196 Gerrard St. E.

JUNE 14: Learn to Camp with Parks Canada at Main Street Library, 137 Main St., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. PopUp Information Booth, 2-3:30 p.m. Workshop. Find out how to plan your first camping trip with tips on equipment, safe campfires, and wildlife sightings. Presented by Parks Canada/Rouge National Urban Park. Free. Drop-in. Info: 416-393-7700

JUNE 14: Scarborough Garden & Horticultural Society & June Flower Show at Scarborough Village Recreation

Community Calendar

Centre, 3600 Kingston Rd., 7:30 p.m. Topic: True North Strong & Free – Native Plants by well known speaker Pat de Valence. Refreshments. Guests welcome.

JUNE 16: Bloom on The Beach – A Celebration of James Joyce’s ‘Ulysses’, starting at Beaches Library, 2161 Queen St. E., 9:30 a.m. Bloomsday Brunch at the Balmy Beach Club, 360 Lakefront, 12:30 p.m. Recreating Dublin 1904 with readings, music, song, and merriment. Info: www.torontobloomsday.com

JUNE 17: Historical Walk with Beach Metro News history columnist, Gene Domagala, 1 p.m. Starting at St. Saviour’s Anglican Church at the corner of Main St. and Swanwick Ave., this walk wends its way through the neighbourhood, ending at Calvary Baptist Church.

JUNE 17: Slobberfest at the Leuty Pavilion on the Boardwalk, foot of Lee Ave., 9 a.m.-2 p.m. Hosted by Community Centre 55. Join the Pack Parade at 9 a.m. for a chance to be crowned Slobber King or Queen. Contests, vendors and more. Dogs must be leashed. Info: Jade 416-691-1113 ext 224, jade@centre55.com

JUNE 17: BBQ / Fundraiser at Royal Canadian Legion, 243 Coxwell Ave., starting at 1 p.m. BBQ, two raffles. Live band: Livewire. Admission free.

JUNE 17, 18: Art Guild of Scarborough Spring Show at Centennial Recreation Centre, 1967 Ellesmere Rd., 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Parking and admission free. Refreshments.

JUNE 18: Organ Recital by Eric MacKeracher at Kingston Road United Church, 975 Kingston Rd., 2 p.m. Works by Sweelinck, Buxtehude, and Bach. Tickets $20. All proceeds to the Roof Fund.

JUNE 20: AbZolutely Choir Toronto Upper Beach presents a Year-End Concert in support of Kingston Road United Church ‘Raise our Roof Campaign’ at Kingston Road United Church, 975 Kingston Rd., 7 p.m. Tickets $15 (from choir members or at the door), free for children 12 and under. Info: www.abzolutelychoir.ca, www.kruc.ca

JUNE 21: Scarborough Harmony Chorus presents a Community Concert at Scarborough Bluffs United Church, 3739 Kingston Rd., 7:30 p.m. Featuring SCH and Quartets. Doors open at 7 p.m. Entry by donation. Coffee & tea to follow. SHC is a non-profit, women’s chorus singing a cappella music in four-part harmony. Info: www.scarboroughharmonychorus.com

JUNE 25: Sunday Funday at RCL Br. 11, 9 Dawes Rd., Clubroom, 1-7 p.m. Entertainment: Bernie from Hogtown Country 2-6 p.m. Dinner at 4 p.m. Dinner tickets $15.00 p/p (cut off date June 23), sold at the Bar or Susan Squires 647657-8817. You need not purchase a meal ticket to attend, but if you do, half your ticket goes towards a door prize.

CHAN BUDDHIST SOCIETY OF CANADA, 84 Swanwick Ave. All are welcome. Every Sunday 10 a.m. Chinese morning service in person; 6 p.m. free meditation class, instructed by Chan/Zen Buddhist monk. Info: ShengGuang Sifu 416-816-6630

KEW BEACH LAWN BOWLING CLUB & Croquet Open Houses will be held June 3 & 17, 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Try it for free. Coaching and equipment provided. All ages welcome. Info: kewbeachlbcinfo@ gmail.com, 416-694-4371, www.kewbeachlbc.ca

GAMBLERS ANONYMOUS. If you or a family member are struggling with gambling, Gamblers Anonymous is there to HELP. Call: 1-855-222-5542 or visit www.gatoronto.ca

ALCOHOLICS ANONYMOUS at Community Centre 55, 97 Main St., Saturdays

10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. Info: 416-691-1113

AL- ANON at Community Centre 55, 97 Main St., Wednesdays 7:15 p.m. Alateen members are welcome to attend. Info: 416-691-1113

COMMUNITY TAKEAWAY LUNCH - Thursdays at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 11 a.m.-12 noon. Hunger does not stop for the summer, so we at Beach United are planning to continue to provide a takeaway lunch that will include a sandwich, a piece of fruit, and a baked treat. This is welcome to anyone in need of a nutritious meal. We would also very much appreciate your support towards our food programs - donate online at www.beachunitedchurch.com

BEACH PHOTO CLUB offers a range of activities including guest speakers, mentorship, opportunities to share your work, photo excursions, competitions, practical seminars and more! We meet the 1st and 3rd Thursday of each month from September to June, 7-9:30 p.m., at Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave. (unless specified in program). Info: beachphotoclub.com, beachphotoclub@gmail.com

ROYAL CANADIAN LEGION, 243 Coxwell Ave. •Seniors Luncheon: Swing band, 1 p.m. and luncheon served also at 1 p.m. $5 for lunch, free for seniors 65 and over and vet-

erans. May 30 and June 13 •Bingo every Sunday 1:30-4:30 p.m. in the Club Room. Please arrive 10 minutes earlier to get your cards and a seat. •Friday Night Fun Darts, 8 p.m. $5 per person •June 3: DJD formerly DJDerek, 8 p.m., in the Club Room •June 10: Hot Traxx Karaoke, 8 p.m., in the Club Room •June 17: Patio Grand Opening (weather permitting), 12 p.m. Live band: Livewire, 2 p.m. on the patio. BBQ begins at 2 p.m. Info: 416-465-0120 BARD IN THE PARK presents “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” at Norwood Park, June 1-3, and Kew Gardens, June 12-18. Performances Mon-Sat 7 p.m., Sat-Sun 2 p.m.

CHURCHES

FALLINGBROOK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 35 Wood Glen Rd. Please join us on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. with Rev. Angela J. Cluney. All are welcome. There is a welcoming service. Join on Live Stream via Facebook or access Live Stream on our church website. For details about Wee Folks, Book Club, Tea Time, Hobby Circle and Bible Study, email fboffice@rogers.com or call 416-699-3084. See: www. fallingbrookpresbyterianchurch.com. Easy access by TTC. ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 794 Kingston Rd. Weekend Masses: Sat. Vigil at 4:30 pm, Sun. 9 & 11 am. Weekday Masses with Rosary: Tue. - Fri. Doors open and Rosary begins at 7:45 am followed by Mass at 8:15 am. Confessions every Sat 3:45 to 4:15 pm or by appt. Info: www.stjohnsto.archtoronto.org/, 416-698-1105

BEACH UNITED CHURCH, 140 Wineva Ave. Join us in person every Sunday 10:30 a.m. for our worship service led by minister Rev. Greg Daly and our music director Steven Webb. We will be celebrating our Affirming Ministry at a special service on Sunday, June 4th at 10:30am with light refreshments afterwards. More info: beachunitedchurch.com

GRANT AME CHURCH, 2029 Gerrard St E. All are welcome every Sunday from 11 a.m. to worship service inperson, Facebook, ZOOM, or YouTube livestream with Pastor Kenesha Blake-Newell. Join us on our prayer line every Wednesday from 11 a.m.-12 noon. Bible study on ZOOM every Wednesday at 7 p.m. We provide non-perishable food, fresh fruits and vegetables on Fridays from 3:30- 6 p.m. at our food bank located in our fellowship hall. Registration is required. New clients must present identification for each household member. Links and info: www.grantame. com, email:grantamechurch@yahoo.ca, 416-690-5169

ST. JOHN THE BAPTIST NORWAY Anglican Church, 470 Woodbine Ave. Welcome to St. John the Baptist Norway! We are a growing community which enjoys the Anglican expression of the Christian faith. We gather to connect with one another and worship God on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. In-Person/Livestream and at 5 p.m. In-Person for The Table, a contemporary service followed by a simple community supper. Food Pantry open Mondays 10 a.m.-12 noon. Info: stjohnsnorway.com, 416-691-4560

SCARBOROUGH BAPTIST CHURCH, 1597 Kingston Rd. We invite you to join us on Sundays at 10:30 a.m. for Worship In-Person and on Zoom, and Sunday evenings at 6 p.m. on Zoom only. Info: www.scarboroughbaptist.ca or 416-698-1973

KIMBOURNE PARK UNITED CHURCH, 200 Wolverleigh Blvd. All are welcome! •Sunday Worship Service: 10:15 a.m. in-person & via Zoom• Yoga (indoors): Sundays

2:30 p.m. for people of all abilities (pay what you can)

•Free Community Meal: June 18, 11:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. (3rd Sunday of every month) •Volunteers Needed – Start Today! •Games Night: 5-10 p.m. (Second Sat of every month) pizza & pop for purchase •Garden Together: Wed @ 6 p.m. & Sun @ 2 p.m. (volunteer based) •DECA Yard Sale: June 10 •Food Drive: Donation baskets outside main doors 24/7- given to Nourish East End Food Bank •Artisan Market: July 9. Vendors wanted •Buzzin Bees Summer Camp Ages 5-12 (July 31-Aug 4) half days •Info: 416-461-7200, office@kpuc.org, www.kpuc.org

BIRCHCLIFF BLUFFS UNITED CHURCH, 33 East Rd. Sundays @ 10:30 a.m. We are a diverse, open and inclusive Christian community. Join us on Sunday mornings. Our Music program offers special monthly Music Sunday services on the last Sunday of each month. Info: 416-694-4081, www.bbuc.ca

ST. AIDAN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, 2423 Queen St. E., welcomes you to join us for Sunday worship at 8:30 am in person, or at 10:30 am (with children & youth programs) in person or on Zoom. Wednesdays: Mid-week service, 10:30 am. Our energetic, active church offers varied opportunities for spiritual growth, vibrant Children’s and Music programs, Youth activities, and a strong commitment to action on social justice and environmental issues. Info: www.staidansinthebeach.com, 416-691-2222

Beach-based Biddeee connects teens looking to do outdoor jobs with residents in need of the work

By Alexandros Varoutas

COME WITH me on a journey to a time before smartphones and the internet. A time where, instead of Netflix, you’d call a hotline to find out what time a movie was playing. A time where going to the movies didn’t require a down-payment. And a time where you’d knock on doors offering to rake leaves and shovel snow to buy the movie tickets.

Well a few dads in the Beach have launched a website with the hope that they can bring back a small piece of this era. Don’t worry, it’s not the movie hotline.

The website is called Biddeee.com and the goal is to help connect teenagers with their neighbours so they can provide simple services in exchange for a fee. The service, which launched in April, has seen robust sign ups already in the Beach and will be gradually expanding to more of the city.

Users are either bidders or biddees. Biddees are the homeowners. When they sign up, their house appears on a map along with other participating households. They then select the jobs that they need done and put out the request. All the work is outdoor and within the skill set of a teenager. (Lawn mowing, weeding, car washing, leaf raking, snow shovelling, etc…)

The bidders are the teenagers who find jobs and bid on them by setting a price for the work. As more teens sign up they can each bid their

lawn mowing, raking and other outdoor tasks with property owners who need such work done.

own price. The idea is that this will create a two-sided digital marketplace and allow for a balance between supply and demand.

Although teenagers 18 and over can sign up on their own, those between the ages of 13 to 17 have to be signed up by a parent or guardian who will then manage their profile for them.

This way the teens can go to their map and select houses with jobs posted and submit their bid, but parents maintain an overview of their activity.

The site operates off of a small service charge that’s put on top of the fee the teenagers charge. This way the teens keep 100 per cent of the rate they set.

John, one of the dads behind Biddeee, currently lives in the Beach, but remembers growing up in Scarborough and going from house to house helping with chores

to make a little extra cash. Today his daughter does the same. But with no other teenagers out taking on the same work, she quickly gets booked up within the first few houses. So John, along with the other dads behind the service, endeavoured to bring more teens into the space.

The other element of the service is the role it could play in building community and supporting the ageing population in the Beach.

“There’s a real need for some of these jobs to be taken on,” said John, pointing out that some seniors have even gone to their local high schools in search of a bulletin board to post ads.

The COVID-19 pandemic highlighted some of the weaknesses in our social support for residents that hope to age in place.

Many countries around the world are tackling the same issue and the successful ones have found that a strong community plays a crucial role in providing this standard of living.

The hope is that, beyond providing work opportunities to teens in the area, Biddeee could get them interacting with seniors in the community.

Madison is in Grade 8 and has lived in the Beach her whole life. She’ll be among the first bidders on the service and looks forward to meeting more of her neighbours through the work.

To connect with Biddeee, please go to https://biddeee. com

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East York Hall of Fame induction ceremony set for June 22

‘East’ from Page 1

Fame president and board member

Justin Van Dette at 416-697-5832.

Toronto-Danforth Councillor

Paula Fletcher said the East York Hall of Fame celebrates the legacy of East York and keeps the former borough’s identity going strong.

“East York has never lost its unique spirit and identity – through amalgamation and the birth of the megacity it had its own strong voice. It has produced numerous leaders, from local to global, who continue to inspire and a new generation of citizens is carrying on that tradition,” said Fletcher. The five inductees are being honoured for the many and differing contributions.

Philip Anthony - born and raised in East York, was instru-

mental in the rollout of the East Toronto Health Partners COVID-19 immunization plan for the entire East Toronto area.

In the spring of 2021 he also took on the role of co-lead of the Toronto Mobile Vaccine Strategy to help get those living and working in “highpriority” neighbourhoods vaccinated. “He took care of our cityespecially vulnerable East Yorkers in their greatest time of need,” said the East York Hall of Fame.

Kam Babulal - has always believed in service to her community. She has lived in East York since 1975 and is well-known as a caring and compassionate community leader.

She is best known as the volunteer organizer of the East York Seniors Christmas Day Dinner,

which she has been looking after for the past 25 years. Babulal also volunteers with the East York Soccer Club, William Burgess School, an Out of the Cold program, the food bank and breakfast programs at Calvin Baptist Church, and the community garden at the East York Community Centre.

Peter Silverman - a distinguished journalist and proud East Yorker who was also the author of two books on child protection. Silverman, who died in October of 2021, was known for his fearless journalism against fraudsters on behalf of those in need through his Silverman Helps segments on CP24 and CityNews.

“He successfully took on big companies on behalf of complainants who could not get compensa-

tion or justice through their own endeavours,” said the East York Hall of Fame.

Alan Redway - a former Mayor of East York and MP for the area, he has had a long career in both politics and community service.

He grew up in East York and “has dedicated his life to helping others,” said the East York Hall of Fame.

Redway was on East York Council for 10 years, six of them as mayor. He then served as MP for 10 years. He is considered the founder of the community celebration East York Day, and also the East York flag. Redway also made it a priority to expand the number of seniors homes in East York and is a supporter of government investment in supportive housing.

Bob MacDonald - is know throughout the Topham Park community as “Bottle Bob”. A 50-year resident of Topham Park, he has been visiting homes for 20 years collecting refundable cans and bottles to help raise funds to support community initiatives such as minor sports teams, schools and daycares. It is estimated he has raised well over $100,000 through his efforts. Personally, he has also supported many local causes as well including Covenant House. MacDonald also helps with building the ice facilities in Topham Park, as well as keeping in touch with older residents through his visits.

“Everyone in Topham Park has a friendly word or wave for him as he makes his rounds,” said the East York Hall of Fame.

Kid’s Marketplace on June 3 at Beaches Recreation Centre raises funds for kids to help kids

By Cole Hayes

tion.

provide school supplies for children.

place at the Beaches Recreation Centre.

“Kid2Kid is a non-profit organization that my friend Caroline (Thomson) and I started in 2019 in our community to provide a handson way for kids to volunteer to give back to other kids in need,” said Shah Ruby, one of the organization’s founders.

Ruby and Thomson started Kid2Kid because these opportunities for younger kids to give back weren’t present.

“We didn’t find many volunteer opportunities for younger kids so we thought we would create our own,” said Thomson.

“We want to involve children in volunteer work at a young age so they can understand that their actions are impactful.”

On June 3, Kid2Kid will be putting those words into ac-

The marketplace will feature approximately 40 young entrepreneurs selling decorative items as well as snacks. There will also be free face painting and balloons as well as an adult lounge.

The marketplace will also have a silent auction where people will have the opportunity to bid on items from local businesses in the Beach.

Spreading kindness

“Huge shoutout to Beaches Recreation Centre, especially Roland (Roushias) for his support and Frank (Domagala) for his great ideas,” said Ruby.

“Kid2Kid aims to encourage children to spread kindness through their actions,” said Thomson.

“This is a lifelong lesson that will contribute to them being empathetic and caring humans. We want to provide opportunities for kids to help others in need.”

Along with the goal of providing kids with the opportunity to give back to those in need, Kid2Kid looks to

“Every child deserves to be set up for success at school and we hope to contribute to that,” said Thomson.

Kid2Kid is helping kids in Toronto and around the Greater Toronto Area (GTA). The kid-led initiatives are teaching the young participants that their actions are impactful and the lessons that they learn with the organization have a great impact on the lives of their peers.

The Kid’s Marketplace will be held at Beaches Recreation Centre on Saturday June. 3, from 1 p.m. to 4 p.m.

Fifty per cent of the proceeds raised from the marketplace on June 3 will go towards Kid2Kid initiatives and the other half will go towards the young entrepreneurs who organized and put on the event.

If you know any youth that would like to be an entrepreneur at the marketplace or would like to volunteer to gain community involvement hours, please email beacheskid2kid@gmail.com

Reel Beach: Movies in East Toronto

Hollywood came to Woodbine Racetrack to film movie in 1925

Bernie Fletcher

There was pomp and pageantry and horses aplenty at the recent coronation of King Charles III. Perhaps that spectacle of high society dressed to the nines is what director Ernst Lubitsch was looking for in 1925 when he brought a cast and crew to the old Woodbine Racetrack all the way from Hollywood.

Lady Windermere’s Fan was a silent film adaptation of Oscar Wilde’s 1892 comedy of manners. Lubitsch came to Hollywood from Germany in 1922 at the invitation of Toronto-born Mary Pickford. He would go on to direct such classic films as The Shop Around the Corner (1940) and To Be or Not to Be (1942).

Newsreel cameras rolled at “the Woodbine” as early as the 1900s.

One 1904 ad for Massey Hall boasted of “Splendid moving pictures of the King’s Plate and the crowd at Woodbine”, but Lady Windermere’s Fan was the first big Hollywood motion picture to film here in Toronto. This was before the advent of “talkies” or the Oscars.

The Toronto Star gushed over “Irene Rich, the Movie Star, who will arrive in Toronto from Hollywood on Saturday…Miss Rich is a former Buffalo girl and well known in Toronto society.” (Sept. 30, 1925).

A later Star story reported that “the crowd must look as English as possible.” The Beach was rather British at the time.

There were several days of filming capturing one real race and then hundreds of

fashionably dressed extras came back the next week when “the race meeting was just a meeting for the screen and the men and women merely players.”

The Globe and Mail wrote that the film gave “Toronto people last fall their first real opportunity to see movies in their making…one of the features of their own society on the silver screen.”

“I can resist everything except temptation.”

-- Oscar Wilde

Lubitsch wanted to “open up” Wilde’s play by adding racing scenes shot on location.

Irene Rich plays Mrs. Erlynne who is trying to rejoin the social elite after a scandalous affair. All eyes are on her. Top-hatted men are ogling her. Gossiping society ladies in fur collars are literally looking down on Mrs. Erlynne with binoculars as a title card reads, “I wonder where she gets all her money.” See an amusing excerpt from this scene at www.acinemahistory.com

The horse race is merely a backdrop to satirize British aristocracy. People are there to see and be seen in their finery. The camera captures emotions by facial expressions rather than with Oscar

Wilde’s famous witty lines.

“What is a cynic? A man who knows the price of everything and the value of nothing.”

It is ironic that Ernest Hemingway once wrote that “there is only one Woodbine” (I Like Canadians, 1923).

Our racetrack by the lake from 1875 was replaced by the New Woodbine and eventually torn down for housing.

A moment of glory came in 1939 when huge crowds cheered as King George VI (1895-1952) arrived for the running of the King’s Plate. His story was told in the Oscar-winning film, The King’s Speech (2010). His grandson Charles has been invited to attend the King’s Plate on Aug. 20.

The Kew Beach Fire Hall is glimpsed in the background of the 1925 movie race scenes. Does anyone know when the cupola atop the tower was taken down (sometime between 1948 and 1952)?

A big thank you to Gene Domagala for telling me about this filming at the Woodbine. I had never heard of it!

“We are all in the gutter but some of us are looking at the stars.”

Lady Windermere’s Fan

This Globe and Mail photo from 1925 (City of Toronto Archives) shows filming taking place at Woodbine Racetrack in 1925 for the silent movie Lady Windermere’s Fan.

PHOTO: TORONTO PUBLIC LIBRARY ARCHIVES

King George VI and Queen Elizabeth enter Woodbine Racetrack for the 1939 running of the King’s Plate horse race.

Arts & Entertainment

SING! vocal arts festival performances slated through until June 4 in Toronto

SING! THE Toronto International Vocal Arts Festival is taking place until June 4.

The 12th annual a cappella festival will feature 28 live performances and industry insider workshops.

As in years past, East Toronto residents are playing a key role in the festival both as organizers and performers.

“Since SING’s inception, one of our priorities has been to feature performers at various points in their careers, from community choirs to global superstars,” says SING! co-manager and 2010 Beach Citizen of the Year Patricia Silver. “We’re proud to have brought attention to a number of a cappella groups as they were getting started, helping them gain prominence in Canada and internationally.”

Those artists include

Countermeasure, founded by former Beacher J-M Erlendson. East enders Dylan Bell and Suba Sankaran are originals with the hit group Retrocity which will also be performing at SING! this year. Retrocity is celebrating not one, but two anniversaries as 2023 marks their 25th year of making “totally tubular” 1980s music together. Plus, it is the 40th anniversary of the epic Canadian 1980s anthem Rise Up by the Parachute Club. Not only is it one of Retrocity’s favourite songs, but they will be performing it on June 3 along with the Mass Choir Event and the lead singer of Parachute Club, the one and only Lorraine Segato.

Also, as part of SING!, 12 of Canada’s top vocal talents will perform a mix of jazz harmonies, driving vocal percussion, innovative

arrangements, and original music on June 2 at 7 p.m.

This year’s festival will take place at The Concert Hall in Toronto.

Other performance highlights during SING! include:

• Naturally 7 (with Asian Riffing Trio): Sonic mastery featuring “vocal play” that transforms voices into musical instruments, creating music of any genre.

• The Kinsey Sicks - Drag

Queen Storytime Gone Wild! America’s favourite “dragapella beautyshop quartet” have been blending four-part harmony, over-the-top drag, and political satire for 30 years.

• SING! Celebrates the Musical: All-vocal versions of Broadway favourites, with singer/actress Sharron Matthews, who will receive the Slaight Music SING! Toronto Legacy Award during the

evening.

• Mezzotono: A mix of music, entertainment, and Italian culture, Italy’s Mezzotono have performed in 65 countries on five continents around the world.

• A Night at the Barbershop: Classic four-part a cappella featuring harmonies by the Harbourtown Sound, Mixology, and Maple Reserve (formerly Yonge Guns). The show will be followed by Open Mic Afterglow, a chance for any group to take the stage and share their music.

• Global Voices – Women in A Cappella: A cappella music spanning several centuries and styles, from livelooping to opera, flamenco dance to Eastern Mediterranean and Balkan songs. The full schedule, tickets and festival passes are available at singtoronto.com

Bard in the Park performances start this week

BARD IN the Park will be holding local performances of William Shakespeare’s A Midsummer Night’s Dream starting this week.

Presented by The Panopoly Theatre Collective, performances are at Norwood Park June 1 to 3; and Kew Gardens from June 12 to 18.

Performances are paywhat-you-can, but donations are strongly suggested. Seating is not provided and those attending are advised

to bring their own chairs or blankets. For details and performance times, go to https:// panoplycollective.com/summer-2023

Columnist returns home from hospital and has rhubarb recipes to share

Jan main is an author, cooking instructor and caterer janmainskitchen@ yahoo.ca

IT HAS been a long time since I have been in touch with you. I believe March was the last time. I spent the interim time in hospital being treated for a virus. When I got home on May 13 (in time to celebrate Mother’s Day. Hurrah!), the birdsong, flowers and bright green growth was astounding!

There, lo and behold was my rhubarb patch to welcome me! It had never looked so good: lovely long, red stalks juicy and full of flavour just waiting to be transformed into pies, crumbles and yes, even chutney. One of my favourites!

My mind immediately turned to you this month with Father’s Day around the corner and special recipes at the table. I hope some of these will fill the bill for requests you may have.

Dear Reader, enjoy rhubarb in all these flavourful recipes!

Rhubarb Chutney

A batch of this chutney is the perfect condiment for barbecued sausages, pork or chicken. It is also delicious with chicken burgers or the humble meat loaf.

However, it is especially yummy served as an easy appetizer with cream cheese and crackers or sliced baguette.

If you have a large amount of rhubarb, feel free to double this recipe.

My grandmother gave me this tip many years ago concerning rhubarb preparation: once you have washed

and cut rhubarb into the desired lengths, cover with boiling water and let stand at least five minutes. Drain and prepare in the recipe of your choice.

This technique helps reduce the acidity and bitterness of fresh rhubarb.

5 cups (1.2 L) rhubarb

cut into 1- inch (2.5 cm)

lengths

1 cup (250 mL)

chopped onions (about

2 small)

1 cup (250 mL) cider

vinegar

3/4 cup (175 mL) granu-

lated sugar

3/4 cup (175 mL) lightly

packed brown sugar

1/2 cup (125 mL) each, raisins and currants

1/4 cup (50 mL)

chopped crystallized

ginger (optional)

1 tsp (5 mL) salt

1 tsp (5 mL) ground cin-

namon

1 tsp (5 mL) ground

cloves

1 tsp (5 mL) curry powder

Once you have covered prepared rhubarb with boiling water and drained it, place rhubarb in a large stainless- steel saucepan with onions, vinegar, white and brown sugars, raisins, currants, ginger, salt, cinnamon, cloves and curry powder.

Bring to the boil. Reduce heat to simmer and simmer uncovered 20-25 minutes or until mixture is thickened. Remove from heat and spoon into hot prepared preserving jars leaving ½ inch headspace.

Screw on lids and process in boiling water bath for 10 minutes. Remove to cooling rack and cool. Check for seal before storing.

For simplicity, chutney

may be spooned into clean jars or plastic containers and stored in the refrigerator for up to two weeks or cooled and frozen and stored for up to one year. Be sure to date and label containers.

Rhubarb Crumble

Warm rhubarb crumble served with a dollop of vanilla ice-cream is one of life’s pleasures, especially tasty after a barbecued main course!

6 cups (1 1/2L) rhubarb, cut into 1-inch pieces, covered in boiling water as described, drained then prepared in the recipe

1 cup (250 mL) granulated sugar

1 tbsp (15 mL) grated orange rind

Crumble Topping

1/2 cup (125 mL) melted butter

1 cup (250 mL) brown sugar

1 cup (250 mL) each, all-purpose flour and quick oats

1 tsp (5 mL) ground cinnamon

1/2 cup (125 mL) slivered almonds

Preheat oven to 350 F 180 C). Spray a 9-inch (23 cm) baking dish with baking spray. In a mixing bowl, stir together rhubarb, sugar and orange rind. Spoon evenly into prepared baking dish.

In same mixing bowl, melt butter and stir in brown sugar, flour, quick oats, cinnamon and almonds. Stir until well combined. Spoon crumble evenly over prepared rhubarb.

Place in centre of the oven and bake 40-50 minutes or until rhubarb is bubbling and tender.

Serve warm with icecream. Makes 6 servings.

Art Guild of Scarborough show on June 17 and 18

THE ART Guild of Scarborough, a non-profit organization with a more than 60-year history of fostering visual art in the community, continues to thrive.

And on the weekend of June 17 and 18, the guild will host its Spring Art Show and celebrate its 61st year in the community.

The Spring Art Show takes place at the Centennial Recreation Centre, 1967 Ellesmere Rd., just west of Markham Road.

Show hours are 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. on both Saturday, June 17, and Sunday, June 18.

“This Spring Show 2023 is a celebration of the vibrant

and diverse art community in our area,” said an Art Guild of Scarborough news release.

“We invite the public to attend this exciting event and enjoy the wide array of artworks on display. Visitors will have the opportunity to view quality juried original works in oil, acrylic, watercolour, pastel, ink, mixed media and sculpture.

Along with offering a wide variety of art works for sale, the show is also a juried competition for members of the Art Guild of Scarborough.

The judge for this year’s show, which will include more than 250 works of art, is

David Wysotski. The awards ceremony for the show takes place at 10:15 a.m. on June 17.

The guild is especially excited that this year’s show is once again an in-person event after not being able to do so during the COVID-19 pandemic.

“We look forward to meeting our Spring Art Show visitors in-person. As you stroll through the show, you are invited to visit our tearoom to enjoy complimentary refreshments,” said the news release.

For more info on the show, go to https://theartguildofscarborough.com/upcomingshows

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Neil McNeil wins team title at Metro track and field championships

By Jack Skinner

THE NEIL McNeil Catholic High School track and field team continued its winning ways last week by taking the overall championship at the Metro Toronto meet.

The meet took place May 24 and 25 at Birchmount Stadium in Scarborough.

The Neil Novice boys and Senior boys teams won their divisional titles and the Juniors were second. Those strong showings led Neil McNeil to its second straight overall team title at the Metro championships.

At the Birchmount Stadium meet, gold medals were won by Neil McNeil athletes Cecil Jenkins (Novice boys

1,500-metres and 3,000 metres; Xavier Gordon (Junior boys 1500m); Stephan Elias (Junior boys shot put); Ethan Robinson (Senior boys high jump); and the Senior boys 4x100m relay team of Luke Campbell, Ethan Robinson, John Moncada and Omari Stubbs.

Silver medals winners for Neil McNeil last week were Lucas Hadley (Novice boys long jump); Xavier Gordon (Junior boys 800m); and the Novice boys 4x100m relay team of Fionn Fraser, Will Wells Richards, Lucas Had-

Members of the Neil McNeil Catholic High School track and field team celebrate their overall team championship and all three age divisions championships at the recent Toronto District Catholic (Colleges) Athletic Association meet in Etobicoke on May 18. Last week, Neil McNeil followed up that success by winning the overall team title at the Metro Track and Field Championships on May 25 at Birchmount Stadium.

ley and Pearce Dixon; and the Junior boys 4x400m relay team of Charlie Pilz, Damiano Totten, Xavier Gordon and Jacob Owsicki.

Bronze medals at the meet were won by Ty Machado (Novice boys 800m and 1,500m); Einstein Menya (Junior Boys long jump); Ethan Robinson (Senior boys triple jump); Jacob Owsicki (Senior boys 400m hurdles); and Julian Vesprini (Senior boys javelin).

Of the 55 Neil athletes that qualified for the Metros, 23 of them will now be moving on to the Ontario Federation of School Athletic Associations (OFSAA) Track and Field Championships from June 8 to 10 in Ottawa.

Earlier in the month, the Neil McNeil team won its third straight overall title at the Toronto District Catholic (Colleges) Athletic Association (TDCAA) track and field championships at Centen-

nial Stadium in Etobicoke.

The Neil boys successfully won all three age division titles, Novice Boys (NB), Junior Boys (JB), and Senior Boys (SB), which allowed them to also win the overall title at the meet which took place over the two days of the meet in Etobicoke on May 17 and 18.

Top performances were put in by Ethan Robinson (SB) who won three golds, in the triple jump, long jump,

and high jump, and capped off the meet with a silver in the 4×100 relay; Cecil Jenkins (NB) who also won three golds, in the 800m, 1500m, and the 3000m; and Xavier Gordon (JB) who won two golds, in the 800m, 1500m, and then finished with a silver in the 400m.

The coaching staff helping Neil McNeil defend its 2022 Overall Metro Track and Field Championship was led by head coach Jason Wood

and assistant coaches Abigael Layton, Lou DiFlorio, Arnold Lopez, Matthew Cooke, Ashley Masterson, and Steve Masterson.

The recent success helped Layton make school history by becoming the first coach at Neil McNeil to win three overall team titles in the same academic year, earning the titles with the school’s swimming team, cross country team and track and field team.

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On The Wild Side

Thanks and praise for those helping to protect our wildlife

ann Brokelman

is an avid birder and nature photographer naturephotosbyann.blogspot.ca

I’ve noticed, over the years, that a lot of people don’t realize that ravens are … common… in southern Ontario and that they make a fascinating bird watching.

Often mistaken for, and subsequently written off as, their smaller crow cousins, Ravens are one of the most intelligent birds in the world and exhibit a wide array of interesting behaviours.

Just a few weeks ago, my friend Lee called to tell me about a raven family that had nested in the roof of a Lowe’s.

This sighting became an amazing opportunity for me to watch a pair of adult Common Ravens, their nesting habits, and the growth, branching, and fledging of their chicks. More importantly, I loved how the employees at the nesting location not only coexisted with the ravens but went out of their way to make sure the birds were safe and undisturbed. So often when people and businesses have encounters with urban wildlife, they see the animals as a nuisance. In this case, though, the store staff cared about the family of ravens.

The next part of this story was passed on to me by my friend Lee Ellis:

“When I went to check them out, I saw that their nest was under the roof, high up, but located somewhat precariously over a fair bit of foot and auto traffic. I was thrilled, though, to see two adults and five healthy, and already mobile

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looking, babies. The chicks grew quickly, since enough food was being brought in by the parents, and their nest, also quickly, became too small and started to fall apart. While young chicks would normally branch out from the nest, onto actual branches, the Lowe’s store was quite lacking in this department. I knew, from experience, that the chicks were at a much greater risk of falling in this situation. Shortly after this, another chick fell, though staff members were able to keep this one safe from traffic, long enough for a volunteer from the Toronto Wildlife Centre to come get it. After a few days, the uninjured bird was successfully returned to the nest.

“How did the staff respond? Amazingly! They taped off a space directly below the nest so that vehicles would have to drive around the area. Was this inconvenient to the drivers? I’m sure it was. But it shouldn’t have been a detour of more than a few metres. Every cash register also had the Toronto Wildlife Centre’s phone number, as well as those of a few volunteers, in case there was another incident. This is how we should coexist with nature. The store adopted, cared for, and protected this avian family.

Andrea Stanley, told me about how the store employees had names for each of the ravens: “Herbert is the male adult. He has an unusual call, and a small white spec on his back.

Heidi is Herbert’s mate. She started to come around in February. We are unsure of the sex of the babies, but we named them anyway! Simon is the baby that went to the Toronto Wildlife Centre.

Richard is the smallest one and the last to leave the nest. Then, finally, there is Timothy and Ava.”

Back to my thoughts on this story:

The concern from this store has been incredible. They were there to support the return of Simon, and the Toronto Wildlife Centre did an amazing job, (as always), of putting the juvenile back into the nest. I was there to see this happen, and was amazed as baby Simon, moments after going back on the pipes, started to scream and was suddenly airborne, fledging and flying right before our eyes. One of the adults was right by his side and made sure he landed at the top of the building and stayed with him thereafter.

Did you know that raven’s have a strong memory? I’d always heard that but hadn’t experienced it until this event. I was the volunteer from the TWC to pick up baby Simon, and the adults certainly noticed that I was the one to take their chick away. Every time I came back to the store, after that moment, one of the adults has followed me, swooped at me from behind, and constantly vocalized at me until I’ve backed away. I tried to wear a different coat one day, thinking I could fool them, but nope: as soon as I arrived and got out of my car, one of them swooped down, got in my face, and croaked at me until I left! I had to limit my return visits to not upset them. It’s too bad they don’t remember I was there to help with the re-nesting process!

I am so proud and honoured to have met the staff at Lowe’s. You are incredible and thank you for protecting our wildlife!

PHOTOS: ANN BROKELMAN

Photo above shows the nest of ravens at a Lowe’s store.

Photo at left, shows the juvenile raven named ‘Simon’ who columnist Ann Brokelman helped to rescue and bring to the Toronto Wildlife Centre for treatment.

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Beach Metro Community News Annual General Meeting on June 14

THE ANNUAL General Meeting of Ward 9 Community News Inc (publisher of Beach Metro Community News) will take place on Wednesday, June 14 at 7 p.m.

The meeting will be held at the newspaper’s office at 2196 Gerrard St. E..

Current members of the newspaper are eligible to attend and vote for officers of the volunteer Board of Directors.

Following are the bios for the candidates running for election on the Beach Metro Community News Board of Directors.

DOUG BLACK has volunteered on the Board of Directors at Beach Metro Community News since 2013, serving as treasurer from 2015.

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He also volunteers at Beach Metro Community News as a route captain and carrier at the paper, and is a regular at Tuesday morning bundling sessions on publication days.

Doug grew up in the West Island of Montreal and went to Carleton University.

He is a retired architect and former Bell Canada employee.

Doug enjoyed six years as volunteer treasurer for the St. John Catholic School Advisory Council (parent/teacher organization).

He coached in the Beaches Community Soccer League for three years, as well as one year in the East Toronto Baseball Association.

DESMOND BROWN is a lifelong resident of the Beach area.

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He grew up in the Coxwell-Dundas area and attended Bowmore Road, Fairmount Park, and Monarch Park Collegiate Institute.

He attended Ryerson’s School of Journalism and worked as a reporter

for major news organizations such as CTV News Toronto (CFTO), the Toronto Star, Ottawa Citizen, National Post, and Global News

Desmond is currently a board member with the Canadian Journalism Foundation. He has also sat on the volunteer boards of the Herb Carnegie Future Aces Foundation, the Ted Reeve Community Arena, and has served as president, past president, and secretary of the Beach Metro Community News Board of Directors.

He is a real estate agent with RE/ MAX Hallmark Realty at Glen Manor and Queen.

KAREN CLEVELAND first moved to the Beach about 20 years ago. She is a strategist and marketer with two decades of experience.

She has worked across categories including healthcare, not-for-profit and media. She understands media and journalism both as a marketer and writer.

Karen has contributed to media organizations across North America including the New York Times and The Globe and Mail. She wrote the modern etiquette column for years for the Toronto Star and led the marketing team at St. Joseph’s Media, Canada’s largest magazine publisher.

Last year, Karen developed and led a pilot project that matched Beach businesses with students in the retail management project at Ted Rogers School of Management (Toronto Metropolitan University). She is also a member of the marketing committee of The Beach BIA.

MARY BETH DENOMY has been a Beach resident since 2010 and is the current President of the BMN Board of Directors.

She is the former Community Director at the Balmy Beach Club and an active member, supporting initiatives like Community Centre 55 “Share a Christmas” program. Mary Beth is the co-founder of the East Toronto Pickleball Association and, she was on the Toronto East 100 Women Who Care Steering Committee, a group that raises thousands of dollars for local charities.

Mary Beth is an entrepreneur and an event industry veteran. She founded Proof Experiences, a leading marketing agency, voted one of “Canada’s fastest growing companies” by PROFIT magazine. She was repeatedly ranked and reached a high of #16 on Canada’s list of “Top 100 Female Entrepreneurs” as listed by PROFIT and Chatelaine magazines. Mary Beth is an award-winning marketer, a business mentor and, a former teacher at George Brown College. She is a graduate of the Carleton University School of Journalism. Mary Beth has also been a freelance writer for the Beach Metro Community News

DAVID MORROW is a more than 25 year resident of the Beach neighbourhood, where he lives with his wife and two daughters.

He is an executive with a technology leader in Toronto and has worked with many creative professionals in print, publishing, photo, video and audio markets.

David has spent the last decade mentoring organizations to innovate and adapt to changing technology opportunities.

Please see the Agenda for the meeting and the 2022 Income Statement on Page 21

Agenda for Beach Metro Community News AGM on June 14

• Motion to Accept the Minutes of 2022 AGM (June 22, 2022) • Reports from Board

• Report from Treasurer / Approval of 2022 Financial Report (Motion). See report at right.

• Election of Board members for 2023-2024 (Motion)

• New business

• Motion to adjourn

The meeting is for members of Ward 9 Community News Inc.

For info, see our May 2 and 16 editions or contact alan@ beachmetro.com. Deadline for memberships ($5) is 5 p.m. on Wednesday, June 7.

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Art

as Inspiration for the Mind event slated for Beach United Church

ARTISTS, HEALTH care professionals, teachers and those concerned about the brain, the mind and its disorders are invited to attend the Art as Inspiration for the Mind event at Beach United Church on Saturday, June 3.

The event is billed as “a dialogue between the arts and neuroscience” and will feature a dialogue between a musician, a sculptor, a writer, a filmmaker and a neuroscientist.

The event begins at 2 p.m. at the church, 140 Wineva Ave. Those attending are also encouraged to take in the Beach Guild of Fine Art Show and Sale also on at the church that

day. “The artist’s studio, regardless of its location and time in history, is a natural laboratory for brain sciences. Artistic expression is basically not different from other cognitive functions, such as language in the sense that both represent diverse communication forms, each with potentially infinite combinations,” said the news release announcing event. “This knowledge has refined the understanding of how the brain processes Abstraction, Memory, Metaphorical Language, Visual Expression, Rhythms, Melody, and many other aspects of our enriched human condition: thanks to art and artists.”

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“I became a volunteer for Beach Metro not only as a way to fulfill my community involvement hours for high school, but to get outside and help out my neighbourhood. I have enjoyed my time delivering the Beach Metro for the past two years,” she wrote to us in an email.

Although Kennedy is retiring from her carrier duties, a new volunteer is ready to take on the role.

Along with our thanks, she also receives a gift certificate to Fearless Meat restaurant.

If you would like to become a Beach Metro Community News volunteer carrier, please email our Distribution Manager, Melinda Drake at melinda@beachmetro. com for more information.

Eye on Business

Sustainable living store Green and Frugal opens location in Kingston Road Village

By Erin Horrocks-Pope

FIVE YEARS ago, Tara Holguin opened Green and Frugal in the Cliffside community of Scarborough, with the mission of making green and sustainable living both accessible and affordable.

Throughout her life, Tara Holguin has felt a connection to natural-living principals and strived to make eco-conscious choices in her dayto-day. Becoming a mother, Holguin found herself getting more frustrated by the difficulty to find eco-friendly products, in addition to what she now knows are unnecessarily high prices.

“I was becoming so concerned about potential risks and long-term effects of commercial products,” said Holguin, reflecting on her frustration of the ingredients used in products that she needed to use for her young children, like sunscreens, moisturizers, and hair care.

“I felt like there’s only so much I could do before having to rely on ourselves to create actually natural products.”

In her thirties, Holguin made the choice to leave her corporate career to go back to university, during which time she took courses on food production and waste, genetic engineering of plants, equity studies and Indigenous studies.

The knowledge gained from each of these courses,

woven together, inspired Holguin to open Green and Frugal so she could support others who want to attain more sustainable lifestyles with “ease, affordability, and education”.

As Green and Frugal boomed in popularity, with customers travelling to the small Cliffside storefront from across the GTA, Holguin expanded, opening locations in Kensington Market, Whitby, and West Toronto.

However, five years later, Holguin has made the choice to work towards closing those locations and focus on her newest shop, now open in the Upper Beach neighbourhood, closer to where she found a large percentage of her customers reside.

“It’s so great being able to open here,” Holguin told Beach Metro Community News.

“Everything about the neighbourhood just fits what Green and Frugal is about. This strip of Kingston Road is so walkable and accessible, and so many locals are either already engaging in a more sustainable lifestyle, or they want to learn how to be. Even just finding this store, it was really meant to be,” said Holguin, explaining that the retail space was previously a compounding pharmacy which has also made the transition for her workspace much simpler.

All of Green and Frugal’s body care products are made

Holguin takes pride that her products are also water free, because including water as an ingredient requires the addition of preservatives to prevent bacteria and mold from growing, as well as blend the natural oils and water along with preventing rancidity, growth of bacteria and mold.

“If a product contains water, it also has to contain some sort of synthetic material,” said Holguin. “So, it doesn’t matter how ecofriendly or sustainable the label reads, if it contains water – it’s not made from allnatural ingredients.”

Holguin’s mission through Green and Frugal is to help others make the switch by

making sustainability affordable and simple.

Some ways that Green and Frugal makes good on this mission include direct/ wholesale pricing straight to customers, ‘buy by the gram’ programs, DIY products and workshops, refill programs and discounts, concentrated products – so a little really goes a long way, and product customizations which make sure the product you’re purchasing is what’s best for your body.

Located at 918 Kingston Rd. (just west of Lawlor Avenue) Green and Frugal held its Grand Opening celebration on the weekend of May 6 and 7.

For more info on Green and Frugal, go to https:// greenandfrugal.com

Slobberfest celebrations planned for June 17

COMMUNITY CENTRE 55 is inviting residents to pack up the pooch and head down to Slobberfest on Saturday, June 17, in the Beach.

The fun will take place at the Leuty Pavilion on the Boardwalk, at the foot of Leuty Avenue, from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The event which celebrates all things

dog related is a fundraiser for Community Centre 55.

Slobberfest will feature a number of activities for dogs and their owners, and also dog-related displays by vendors.

The schedule of events for Slobberfest includes the Pack Parade and crowning

of the Slobber King and Slobber Queen beginning at 9 a.m. There will be a costume and fashion show starting at 9:30 a.m. and a number of other activities as well during the festival.

For more information on this year’s Slobberfest, please call Jade at Community Centre 55 at 416-691-1113, ext. 224.

PHOTO: ERIN HORROCKS-POPE Green and Frugal owner, Tara Holguin in her newest location in the Upper Beaches at 918 Kingston Rd. in-house from natural, highquality ingredients.

Acoustic Harvest celebrates 25 years on June 3

ACOUSTIC HARVEST will celebrate its 25th anniversary with performances from a number of musicians this weekend.

The 25th Anniversary Extravaganza Fundraiser takes place on Saturday, June 3.

It will start at 8 p.m. at St. Paul’s United Church, 200 McIntosh St. in southwest Scarborough.

“Acoustic Harvest has contributed 25 years of community building and bringing the finest, Juno nominees and winning artists to our east end communities,” noted artist director Lillian Wauthier in a note to Beach Metro Community News.

Musicians slated to perform at the June 3 show include Chris McKhool and The Sultans of String; Garnet Rogers; Mary Kelly; John Prince and A Piece of the Rock; John Sheard; Alex Sinclair; Taivi; Anne Walker; Ken Whiteley; and David Woodhead.

Doors for the show will open at 7:30 p.m.

Tickets to the Gala are $40 in advance and $45 at the door.

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Fulfill your volunteer hours and gain valuable experience at The Cube STEM CAMPS this summer. Apply now! https://thecubeschool.ca/careers

Employment

Opportunities

General Help HIRE A STUDENT

•Yard are •Dog walking

•Pet sitting •Child minding Main & Gerrard area

Call/text: 647-648-5525 (6v)

Commercial

Space for Rent

OFFICE SPACE

McArthur & Son Business Centre Air conditioning, boardroom, kitchen area, copier, etc. Individual offices from $425/mth. 577-579 Kingston Rd. @ Main St.

Paul McArthur 416-821-3910 pmcarthur577@gmail.com www.mcarthurbusinesscentre.com (r)

UPPER BEACHES

OFFICE SPACE

Ideal for medical professionals, lawyers or accountants 416-690-2880 (r)

Apartment/ Home for Rent

LANDLORDS For Peace

CTD Handyman Services

General repairs indoor/outdoor. Drywall, painting, carpentry, pressure washing. Demolition and waste removal. Call or text: 647-336-8030 (7.)

SCRAP CARS

Call me 416-521-6287

We Pay Top Dollar For Unwanted CARS, VANS, TRUCKS & SUVs FREE TOW in 2 HRS • 24/7 (7r)

Unwanted vehicles to be picked up and paid for in cash in a professional manner. Call Len 416-819-8464 (7r)

Pet Services

Kuri K9 Massage

I am a mobile Certified Canine and Feline Massage Therapist working in the Toronto area since 2013. I offer Swedish massage and other massage therapies and modalities to your fur babies in the comfort of your home. Phone/Text 416-471-3955 kurik9massage.com (7)

Pest Control

RACCOON CONTROL

Humane removal of raccoons and babies from ATTICS, DECKS,

416-691-6893 reglit@yahoo.com

•Fast friendly service for 40 years •CESA certified Repairs to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers, dishwashers (r)

Garage Sale

KLEEN WINDOWS

Cleaning specialists

•Windows •Eavestroughs •Decks •Siding 416-706-7130 905-706-7130 www.kleenwindows.ca (r)

Home Decor

Vienna Upholstery

2358 Kingston Rd. (w. of Midland) 416-698-9000 (r)

General Services

WAYNE’S

RUBBISH REMOVAL & DEMOLITION SPECIALIST RECYCLING

INTERIOR & EXTERIOR CLEANING

416-264-1495

CELL 416-567-4019 (7r)

MR. FIX-IT

PROFESSIONAL, MATURE, RELIABLE RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS 20+ years experience Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Painting, and Handy Work.

Randall 416-450-0599 torontomrfixit@gmail.com (11r)

Peter the Handyman INDOOR / OUTDOOR

General repairs: Drywall / Caulking / Painting / Decks / Fences

Odd jobs:

Music

Beaches Suzuki School of Music

We share our love of music using the Suzuki Method by providing gentle encouragement, inspiration, and musicianship in Violin and Piano. Online teaching available Ines 416 726 5729 (7.r)

THE TWO FOURS

Your local Rock ‘n’ Roots Revival Band Is ready to rock your party or event. Book your spring or summer date now. thetwofours@eol.ca • 416-690-5442 https://facebook.com/thetwofoursband

Tutoring

HELP WITH MATH & ENGLISH call ALBERTO 416 690 9389 for • COVID CATCH-UP •

• in-depth homework/test help •

• essay-writing + study skills •

Head Start Tutors

One on One Tutoring Grades 3-12 Keeping the Love of Learning Alive Sunday tutoring available. www.headstarttutors.ca 416-272-9589 • hstarttutors@gmail.com

Proudly serving the Beach for over 25 years Neil Bennett B.Ed./OCT Sally Vickers B.Ed./OCT (7r)

THE STUDY STUDIO

Individualized tutoring and programs for grades 3-12 in all subjects. Proven success with thousands of Beach area students for 20 years. On Kingston Rd. just east of Vic Park Andrew English B.Ed. 416-690-6116 www.thestudystudio.com (7r)

TUTOR FOR FRENCH & FI

(Beach area) by high school teacher. (dept head)

20+ years exp. in Public School Board, incl. AP French. Tutor for French/FI & Gr. 10 History.

German can be taught as well

Online Tutoring Available 647-406-4681

References available upon request (7.)

Math Tutor for Grades 11-12

(22/24)

GOT BEDBUGS?

Cleaning Services

HEALTHY

RILEYS’ WINDOW CLEANING

A family business since 1956 Window & Eaves Cleaning Gutter Filter Installation 416 421-5758 rileyswindowcleaning.com (r)

BEACHES LAWN

MAINTENANCE LAWN

CUTTING 416 414 5883 info@blpm.ca (7r)

Who has the time to clean anymore?

I have the time, so give me a call.

Roxanne 647 886 8303 (7.)

EXTREME CLEANING

I provide excellent cleaning services for residential homes and condos. Contact Martha @ Cell: 647-206-1415 (7$)

EUROPEAN

GREENWOOD TREE COMPANY

Another Local Arborist Tree Pruning & Trimming, Tree Removals, Arborist Reports, Stump Grinding, Tree Planting Free Tree Evaluations, Quotes & Permit Assistance Mike - 416 992 7963 mike@greenwoodtree.ca www.greenwoodtree.ca (17)

Amelia Rose

GARDENING & DESIGN

ameliarosegardendesign.ca deb@ameliarosegardendesign.ca

416-804-0646 (7r)

PLANTING & PRUNING

Trimming & pruning - shrubs, hedges, small trees. Natives plants - pollinator gardens. Soil amendments, general gardening. Environmentally friendly, low noise. Greg 416-702-8678 carbontip-toe.com (8)

LOCAL TREE SERVICE

Tree pruning • Tree trimming Problem trees • Tree Removal Seniors Discounts Call Dave 416-948-7633 (7r)

Landscapers

Green Apple

Landscaping Award Winning Design & Build 25 years Experience Read our reviews on Homestars.com

One-of-a-Kind Outdoor Living Spaces 416-288-1499 www.greenapple.ca (r)

Green Apple

Landscaping

Front yard parking pads Drawings • Permits • Build 416-288-1499 www.greenapple.ca (r)

STONEHENGE

LANDSCAPE • DESIGN & BUILD

one hour minimum. Call, email or text to discuss.

Glenn 416-709-2930 superglenn@bell.net (7r)

CLEANING LADIES offer complete and thorough cleaning service for your house • office • condo Call Ilona 416-427-3815 (7.)

I’m JP, live in the Beaches and can tutor in my home, one-on-one. I am a retired Math Teacher with a rich and wide experience.

Email jpginestier@gmail.com

Cell 647-284-9264 (7)

TOP TEACHER TUTORING

Fully qualified and experienced

Special Education Specialist is available to provide expert and effective language instruction to elementary students. References available.

Please call 416-884-1402 (10)

Garden & Tree

BEACH PROPERTY

MAINTENANCE

-Lawn Cutting

-Spring/Fall Property Clean-Ups -Hedge Trimming 416-414-5883 info@blpm.ca (7r)

Beach Lawn Care

LAWN

CUTTING SERVICES

*STARTING AT $20 416-691-8503 beachlawncare2020@gmail.com (7r)

FOUR SEASONS

• Grass Cutting

• All tree work

• Gardening

• Hedge Cutting

• Leaf Removal Steve 647-216-8588 (9)

EVERGREEN TREE CARE

YOUR LOCAL, FAMILY RUN

TREE PRESERVATION SPECIALISTS

Pruning, Cabling, Planting, Arborist Reports, Removals, Stumps, Milling Free Quotes! 416.546.4889 info@evergreentreecare.ca evergreentreecare.ca (r)

GARDENING

647 606 0970

freshgreenlawncare @gmail.com (17)

416-467-6059 www.stonehengedesignbuild.com (r)

KIM PRICE

Landscape design

647-545-5143

Creating Award Winning Gardens • Design and Construction • www.kimpricelandscapedesign.com (7.)

BEACH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

LAWN CUTTING

416-414-5883 info@blpm.ca (7r)

Lord

the Stone

Work www.thestoneporch.com thestoneporch@gmail.com 416-988-2589 (7r)

Scotstone

Traditional stone walls, steps, interlocking paths, patios & decks. Landscaping solutions to customize your space. Call Scott 416.858.2452 scotstonecontracting@gmail.com (7)

STONESCAPE

Specializing in

Interlocking Stone • Planters Retaining Walls • Steps • Fences Decks • Sodding & Repairs rickscape@hotmail.com Rick 416-821-4065 (7)

THE BEACH

PERFECT

CEJA ELECTRIC

ROOFING & SIDING? SOLUTION! Flat and Shingle Roofs Re-roofing, Repair Eavestrough, Soffit & Fascia Workmanship Guaranteed Gus: 416-910-8033

TORONTO ROOFING INDUSTRIES

CANADIAN

Beach Co Roofing Flat Roofing 647-309-8056

K.

specialists” 416-826-3918 John www.mgcunderpinning.com maximumgen@gmail.com

MET# B16348 Since 1998 (13r)

Beaches Brickworks

• brick restoration

• arches, lintels & sills

• openings & enclosures

CHIMNEY SPECIALISTS

416 988-2589 danielmccaf@gmail.com (7r)

S.A.C Masonry

Brick, Block, Stone, Chimneys, Concrete, and all masonry repairs

Call Sergio 416 873 9936(7)

CJ DRYWALL & PAINTING

Professional drywall and plaster work. Renovation and Repair. Very clean. No job too small.

Call C.J. 647 222 5338 (7.)

BEACHES HANDY WORKS

Plumbers

BEACH

NEIGHBOURHOOD

TOM

MASTER

ATLANTIS PLUMBING

(r)

THOSE ROOFERS

Don’t call them, call those roofers ALL TYPES OF ROOFS - Shingles & Flats- Repair & Tune ups - Cedar & Slate - Re-roofs & new work

416-871-1734

Dedicated precise worker.

All your build and repairs. Indoor or outdoor: dry-wall, flooring, built-in, landscaping, interlocking, sheds, fences, decks, etc. at a reasonable price!

Call Hamid at 647-300-2462 (7r)

JDB MASONRY

• Brick / Foundation

• Concrete / Stone

• Chimney & Parging Restoration & Build www.jdbuild.ca

416-738-2119 (7r)

BRICK SPECIALIST

Masonry & brickwork. Experts at matching existing brick. New builds, tuckpointing, colour matching, parging. Stone & Block. Call Scott @ Scotstone 416.858.2452 scotstonecontracting@gmail.com (7)

Can Pro Mechanical

Heating cooling service & install Hvac ductwork

Furnace, boiler, hydronics

Large and small jobs 416 606 4719 (7r)

BLANK SLATE RENOVATIONS

Kitchens & bath, basement apts, doors, trim, crown molding, shelving, paint, drywall repair, tile, hardwood, fences, decks, interlock and more. Lic. & Ins. 416.274.5929 (7r)

KEW BEACH

GENERAL CONTRACTING

Kitchens - Bathrooms

Basements - Doors, Windows Garages - Fences, Decks

For all your reno needs, no job too small. Metro lic 416 824-7901 (7.)

ALANO TILE & RENO

• Expert Installation of Porcelain, Marble, Mosaic

• Over 25 years

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