Volume 45 No. 11
August 23, 2016
Beachers celebrate Oleksiak’s triumph By Anna Killen
ALREADY KNOWN to many in the Beach, 16-year-old swimmer Penny Oleksiak is now a household name across Canada. The four-time Olympic medalist captivated the nation at the 2016 Summer Olympics in Rio this month, becoming Canada’s youngest Olympic champion with a gold medal in the 100-metre freestyle, silver in the 100-metre butterfly, and two bronzes in the women’s freestyle relays (4 x 100 metre and 4 x 200 metre). The first Olympic champion to be born in the aughts, Oleksiak shattered Canadian records – she brings home the most medals ever won by a Canadian at a summer games – and set Olympic records, all the while handling the influx of media attention her newfound status entails with grace and humour. To cap off an incredible 16 days, on Sunday, Oleksiak carried Canada’s flag in the closing ceremonies. She was an early favourite for flag bearer and delayed her departure from Rio once many began speculating that she deserved to lead Canada’s entrance. Oleksiak began swimming when she was nine and broke onto the world stage with a compelling performance at last year’s World Juniors. Now, her coaches and fans believe she could be Canada’s most successful Summer Olympic athlete of all time. “Why can’t Penny be the most medal-winning athlete in the history of Canada?” asked her coach Ben Titley during a media availability in Rio on August 14. Speaking on her future, Oleksiak remained grounded, insisting that her life would not change too much. “I just see it as that I need to love what I do. Right now I really love swimming and it’s something I want to continue doing. As long as I have a love for the sport I’m going to keep progress-
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East End swimmer Penny Oleksiak became Canada’s youngest Olympic champion at the 2016 Rio Summer Olympics.
ing, I hope,” she said. “I just want to be able to keep getting better. Whatever happens, happens.” She said she did not think that life would be much different when she got back to Canada, adding that she was enjoying the notes of congratulations from friends, family and strangers. Beachers celebrated the Monarch Park Collegiate student’s triumphs with enthusiastic viewing parties, excited posts on social media and chats in coffee shops, and talk of a parade to welcome her home. “As Canadians, we’re proud of all of our athletes. But here in the Beaches, it was particularly special for us to cheer for Penny and to watch all of her success,” said Beaches-East York MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, who noted that he had left a message for her parents and would be presenting her with an official certificate of congratulations upon her return. Continued on Page 3
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Mother Nature in all her finery A ruby-throated hummingbird, at top, flies through Rosetta McClain gardens on August 20. Above, a monarch butterfly feeds in the Birch Cliff park. Butterfly activity has increased dramatically in recent days at the garden with hundreds of insects flying around. More than 15 different species have been recorded so far this year.
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Nice day for a float Bill Buxton took advantage of flood water at the foot of Lee Avenue on July 27 to get a little paddling in. The street flooded after a massive rain storm passed through the East End. PHOTO: JOHN HANLEY
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DESPITE SPENDING 30 years kayaking Lake Ontario, Cath Hastie says she hasn’t seen that many accidents on the water. “There aren’t that many that come up. I have seen three people thrown out of their boats by the waves – literally the wave will hit the bottom and they’ll pop out. I have seen one canoe with two people in it be thrown about my height into the air, just because of the waves … that’s Lake Ontario,” said Hastie, noting that most often when she has seen a boater fall out of his or her craft, the incident has happened close to shore. But earlier this month, Hastie witnessed the lengthy rescue of a kite surfer whose kite became tangled after entering the water about 300 metres offshore of the Balmy Beach Club. Two Beachers – one an 80-year-old paddler – proceeded to haul the kite surfer and his kite back to shore from where he was stuck. “I got to the beach 7-ish (in the evening) and the canopy of the kite surfer had already ditched and he was already in trouble,” she said, noting the paddlers were already in the water helping him. “You could just see basic little shapes it was so far away.” The rescue took well over an hour, she said, and left the 80-year-old paddler – who wishes to remain anonymous – exhausted after towing the kite boarder to shore behind his kayak. “He took his required float line and he tethered the guy and his surf board to that, and he paddled them in,” he said. She said the paddler noted when he got to shore that if this had happened at the be-
ginning of the season – before he was conditioned from paddling every day – he might not have been able to pull it off. The second good Samaritan worked with him, carrying in the surfer once they got to shore, as well as the heavy, water-laden kite, brought in using his canoe. “The waves were not calm at all,” said Hastie. “It almost didn’t have a happy, wonderful ending.” Of the 80-year-old paddler who led the charge to help the kite surfer, Hastie said “he’s the kind of guy you want out there. He’s aware of his surroundings, and when he sees someone in trouble, he knows the law of the sea – you’d better get in there and help.” She said the incident is a reminder that “we’ve just got to help each other” and that it is important to be aware of the people around you. Speaking for the paddler, Hastie said she believes one thing that could be done to help make that area of the beach more safe would be to have a full-time Harbour Rescue Boat stationed near the club. She said that even if the station was not manned at all times, a locked boat that the Toronto Marine Unit could access by road would be preferable to the status quo. The main marine unit is stationed near the Harbourfront on Queens Quay West at the bottom of Rees, with sub-stations at Bluffer’s Park, Centre Island, and Humber River. The Toronto Police Marine Unit was not able to provide full comment by press deadline but a spokesperson said that they did not receive any calls for this occurance. Visit beachmetro.com for any updates to this story.
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Toronto laneways home to hidden potential By Anna Killen
WHAT COULD Toronto’s laneways look like in 2035? That was the question posed to Danforth East residents by three recent OCADU graduates keen on exploring under-utilized urban space and the hidden potential of laneways. East End residents – and other curious minds – will see the answer this weekend when the Toronto Laneway Crawl, a series of pop-up festivals focused on transforming Toronto laneways, hits the Danforth. OCADU Strategic Foresight and Innovation graduates Eman El-Fayomi, Jennifer McDougall and Mike Stulberg are the team behind Laneway Futures T.O., a project that will see a life-sized mock-up of a possible future Toronto laneway August 28 near Danforth and Woodbine. “I’ve been interested in laneways forever,” said Stulberg. “Tons and tons of under-utilized space in a city with a growing population and naturally growing need for space for recreational purposes and green spaces.” The project, which began as a grant proposal last year when the three were still in school, is informed with insight from two sessions where the team asked participants to envision what laneways could look like in the future – the first a broad brainstorming session in Graffiti Alley downtown and the second a more tactile experience in the Danforth East laneway where the final installation will be mounted. “We realized that this is a huge opportunity for civic engagement, in that it is a public space issue and the public space offers an excellent opportunity to host that conversation,” he said. The responses from the public varied from
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Earlier this year, in a session at a laneway near Danforth and Woodbine, community members envisioned what the laneway could look like in 20 years. “blue-sky, super optimistic” ideas – one child suggested a slip-and-slide – to solutions for “concrete, on-the-ground problems that people face.” While creating the design, the team tried to keep the design positive and plausible so as to best reflect what they heard from the community. The end result is a life-sized prototype of a future laneway scenario. People can walk through and interact with the installation to experience what it would be like in real life. “A lot of what you see with planning proposals is really abstract. At best you see drawings and you’re left to imagine what that would be like. That’s what the public is expected to get behind – a 2D, 3D drawing
from a single perspective. Drawing is great but it’s totally different when you’re walking through a space in reality,” he said. The project got a boost when it teamed up with Michelle Senayah with the Laneway Project, the host of the Laneway Crawl. “It’s essentially a series of block parties in laneways,” said Stulberg. “It’s a perfect fit.” Stulberg said the Laneway Project helped with the logistics of meeting with various neighbourhood groups on the ground. The Danforth East neighbourhood boasts particularly engaged groups and associations, he said, noting that the neighbourhood was picked for the installation because it is a neighbourhood in transition. “It’s not changing super fast, but it’s on the
horizon,” he said. “To us that’s an interesting opportunity because people are already thinking about the neighbourhood dynamic.” And what can visitors expect to see at the event? Aside from saying that the installation will have a local and city-wide focus, considering not only the Danforth East laneway but how it is linked to the larger city, Stulberg plays coy. “I don’t know if I totally want to give it away yet…,” he said. All the more reason to see the installation in person this Sunday, August 28 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The location is the east-west laneway just north of Danforth Ave., between Woodbine Ave. and Woodmount Ave.
Olympic parade in the works Continued from Page 1 “I wish her many more Olympic medals, and Drake tickets,” he said. Oh, that’s right – Oleksiak’s other big story of the games? A shout-out and messages from Toronto icon and hip-hop sensation Drake, alluding that he will see her at one of his upcoming shows. Beach officials are working on hosting a parade to celebrate Oleksiak and the neighbourhood’s other Olympic athletes – beach volleyball player Kristina Valjas, beach volleyball coach, Steve Anderson, swimmer Javier Acevedo, kayakers and canoers like Genevieve Orton and KC Fraser from the Balmy Beach Club – on August 28. While the parade was not officially confirmed by press deadline, a permit has been placed with the city. Visit beachmetro.com for more details as they become available.
What they said Many took to Twitter, Facebook, and other channels to wish Oleksiak well. Here’s what area politicians had to say:
“We are so proud of our very own Olympic medalist, Penny Oleksiak! Penny has grown up in the Beach and attends Monarch Park Collegiate. Watching Penny win FOUR medals in Rio has been such a thrill for Canadians across the country and she has so much community support. Congratulations, Penny!” – Ward 32 Councillor Mary-Margaret McMahon “I am thrilled to congratulate Penny Oleksiak on her outstanding success in Rio. Beaches-East York and all of Ontario and Canada are so proud of her crawling her way to a gold in the 100 meter freestyle, and with her teammates, two bronzes in the 100 and 200 meter relay events. She then went over the top in securing a silver in the 100 meter butterfly. Congratulations to all of Team Canada and our own Penny Oleksiak.” – Beaches-East York MPP Arthur Potts “Beyond proud of TO’s @OleksiakPenny for being chosen as #CAN flag-bearer at #Rio2016. Looking forward to see what your future has in store.” – Toronto Mayor John Tory
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THE BEACH has lost one of its brightest artistic stars. Jennifer Cline, known as much for her technically proficient watercolours as her omnipresence on Queen Street with her fiery red hair and trusty bicycle, passed away peacefully on July 27 after a six-month battle with brain cancer. Cline is well-known to long-time Beach residents, artists and art lovers, having painted her much-beloved neighbourhood for decades. She was a founding member of the Beach Guild of Fine Art, alongside Wynona Gallop, Shirley Jones, Mary Cserepy, the late William Taylor, Carolyn Pack, and Janice Gibbins. Both solo and with the Guild, Cline exhibited her work in numerous galleries, including many shows at the Beacher Café and 15 years as part of the Beach Studio Tour. Valerie Cline, Jennifer’s niece, said her aunt symbolized the neighbourhood she loved and lived in for more than three decades. “From my perspective, she pretty much was the Beach for me,” said Valerie. “I was always amazed at how many people she would say hello to, and how many people she knew.”
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Jennifer treasured the trees, parks, architecture and character of the Beach, said Valerie. “I know she really passionately wanted to preserve that,” she said. “The Jazz festival, the shops, the markets, the people – she was just so passionate about all of it, and connected to all of it … In many ways she was sort of a documentarian.” Cline painted many of the shops along Queen Street over almost 40 years, building a legacy of images of that very character she treasured, and her art has in many cases outlasted the businesses she painted. Along with Queen Street and the Jazz Festival, her floral and historical paintings are equally treasured records of the past. She has been commissioned to commemorate significant anniversaries at the Balmy Beach Club and Community Centre 55, and was generous with contributing her work to local causes. Cline trained at the Ontario College of Art on a scholarship from the Eagle Pencil Company, one of only two ever given out. She worked as a commercial artist for companies such as the Cockfield Brown Agency, Eaton’s and The Bay, where she honed the technical proficiency some might not even know she had. Valerie said sorting through her aunt’s old work, some dating from as far back as her high school years, was something of a revelation, revealing a mastery of everything from catalogue and fashion work to architectural drawing and even caricatures. “Her ability to naturally capture perspective and proportion just blew me away,” said Valerie, and her caricatures were “as good as the best newspaper
political caricatures that you see today.” When Cline gave up commercial work for fine art, business became something of a lower priority, and she often donated her time and talents, said Valerie. “Her priority was purpose and passion,” she said. “She really did have a great heart when it came to helping a cause.” The Beach was not just Jennifer’s home, it was also her muse, said Valerie. In a 2014 interview with Beach Metro News marking the Guild’s 20th anniversary, Jennifer stated as much. After discussing all the spots she’s painted around the world – Greece, England, Colombia, France – she said she still always returns to her favourite place to paint: home. “That expanse of sea and sky at the end of the street, where else do you get that in Toronto?” she asked. A private ceremony has taken place, but Valerie is hoping to organize a chance for Beachers to celebrate Jennifer’s life. Email her at valerie.cline@gmail.com to share condolences and to stay informed on memorial plans.
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So long and thanks for all the fish... er, memories Jon Muldoon Editor THE NEWSPAPER world is one that seems to be highly suited to those who tend to leave things to the last minute. That’s not to say that we’re unorganized, and I would argue that the flexibility engendered by this way of living is actually a strength in this business, even for those of us whose deadlines arrive only 23 times a year rather than daily. With that thought, I find myself, at almost literally the last minute, composing my farewell editorial. When I first arrived at Beach Metro News in late 1999 as a recent photojournalism graduate as the new reporter/photographer, things were
a bit different than they are today. We had no web presence to speak of. The entire office shared one email address (bmn@interlog.com, for those keeping score). Bill Suddick’s cartoons – which we’d been printing for less than 20 years at that point – were delivered on paper. Photos were taken on 35mm film cameras, and we still had a functioning darkroom. I also had less hair on my face and more on my head, though my fashion sense remains as hopeless today as it was then. The news industry as a whole was going strong. The Beach had several community newspapers, most of which have since been bought out or closed up shop. Beach Metro News had a waiting list for advertisers, since increasing our page count would have required the approval of all of our
amazing delivery volunteers. Some things have changed since those days. These days we’re online, we tweet, we post to Facebook, and everything happens digitally (although we still have a box of paste-up equipment hidden away in the basement). A surprising amount of work is done on phones. Other things haven’t changed, at least not completely. While Bill Suddick’s cartoons now arrive via email, his talent and sense of humour remain undiminished. We still exist to tell the community’s stories, to let our readers know what’s happening and why, to point out the good, the bad and the interesting. As with every print publication, the future is uncertain (though we’re certainly as strong as a community newspaper can reasonably expect to be in 2016). The business
is changing, and quickly, and despite some pundits’ claims to the contrary, I don’t think anyone really knows what the news business will look like in 10 years. One certainty, though, is that community newspapers are more important than ever. For those who tire of Facebook gossip, it’s reassuring to know there is a small but dedicated group of professionals whose job it is to find out the truth. So what I ask of our readers is to remember the value of what Beach Metro News does. It is a rare privilege to have such a dedicated staff of people providing news that you won’t find anywhere else, specifically about the area you’ve chosen to live in. It might not always be glamorous, but it’s a necessary and vital service for the health of a great community. And it’s been
an honour to take part in that service here for 15 years, despite – or perhaps in part because of – the occasional complaint, periodic nasty phone calls, the surprising amount of people who believe they best know how to run a newspaper, and the odd attempted coup. It’s been a blast. Try to be nice to each other and remember how lucky you are to live here – but not so much so that you forget to fight to make it better. Leash your dogs, or don’t. Just don’t hate each other over it. Be kind to your local underpaid newspaper staffers – they’re here because they love and believe in what they do. Trust me, it’s not for the money. In the words of the late Douglas Adams, “There was a point to this story, but it has temporarily escaped the chronicler’s mind.”
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A message from one Olympic champion to another PENNY: TRUST in simply being you. Your world has no doubt changed in a blink of an eye. You will be pushed and pulled in many different directions. Pressures and choices may even feel uncomfortable or overwhelming. But always remember what it was that got you there and has served you so well thus far … it is simply being you. ‘Mighty Mouse’ Elaine Tanner Triple Olympic medalist 1968 Former Beacher
Boardwalk lease needs a second look RE: CARTER’S Landing franchise subleased at former Boardwalk Café: First a Tim Hortons franchise has opened in the former Boardwalk Café building this year. Now Tuggs Inc. has sublet their lease in the same building to Carter’s Landing, a restau-
rant chain owned by Cara Operations which owns over 1,000. Tuggs owner George Foulidis was given a 20-year lease in 2007, with no tender process, on the premise his family-owned operation would keep franchises from moving into the prime boardwalk location. Councillor McMahon has said publicly she is “exasperated” at this latest development. Local residents are exasperated. We need more than exasperation from our elected representative. Beach voters’ displeasure over how former Councillor Sandra Bussin advocated the original deal was largely responsible for her ouster and McMahon’s election in the first place. How many more liberties is Tuggs going to be allowed to take until the councillor takes action? McMahon has an opportunity here to actually be proactive and make a commitment regarding this issue, which clearly will not go away. Now is the time to stand up before council and demand the start of the process
of revoking Tuggs’ lease and a call for tenders for the location — which is what should have been done back in 2007. Advocating summer movie nights, skating parties and Winter Stations is fine but this is a serious issue that requires real leadership. Our councillor has a chance to right a wrong, or at least be seen to try. M. McHenry
Renovation not necessary at Kew Gardens IT IS with great sadness that I walk by my formerly lovely Kew Gardens Park and its beautiful flower beds. Replacing the flowers are cement blocks, extremely ugly, and serving no purpose whatsoever. Perhaps people will stop and talk/text on their smartphones if there are benches provided. I see no other reason people would
stop there. If the objective of this folly was to bring more people to Queen Street to shop, this makes no sense whatsoever. If the objective was to provide a space for Remembrance Day ceremonies, destroying the entrance to the park for one day a year is equally ridiculous. Few events are permitted in the park now, so what use will this open space be for? Dundas Square East? It is my understanding that Mary-Margaret McMahon, our city councillor, led the charge for this change. In the July 19 issue of Beach Metro News, she wrote an article on different ways to balance the budget through various tax increases. I don’t mind tax increases to pay for infrastructure, transit, or social housing. But not this! As Joni Mitchell sang, “They paved paradise and put up a parking lot.” Ruth Lerner
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Prickly plant removal City of Toronto employee Mike Halferty explains how to remove invasive burdock to Mary Catherine Mehak, one of several volunteers who worked to relieve Glen Stewart Park of the thorny plant August 10. The event was organized by Friends of Glen Stewart Ravine and the city’s parks and recreation department.
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A 29-YEAR-OLD man was arrested and charged with numerous offences earlier this month following a months-long drug investigation in the Danforth and Greenwood area. At the time of the arrest, the man was in possession of a loaded semi-automatic firearm and a quantity of drugs. Between May and August of this year, officers from 54 Division’s crime unit investigated drug trafficking in the east end neighbourhood, according to a Toronto Police Service release August 7.
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Hydro One will respond to and make best efforts to resolve any issues raised by concerned parties during the public review period. If no concerns are expressed, Hydro One will finalize the ESR and file it with the Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change. The project will then be considered acceptable and may proceed as outlined in the ESR. The Environmental Assessment Act has provisions that allow interested parties to ask for a higher level of assessment for a Class Environmental Assessment project if they feel that outstanding issues have not been adequately addressed by Hydro One. This is referred to as a Part II Order request. Such requests must be addressed in writing to the Minister of the Environment and Climate Change, as well as the Director of the Environmental Approvals Branch and received no later than 4:30 p.m. on October 17, 2016, at the following addresses: Minister of the Environment and Climate Change 77 Wellesley Street West 11th Floor, Ferguson Block Toronto, ON M7A 2T5 Email: Minister.MOECC@ontario.ca Director, Environmental Approvals Branch Ministry of the Environment and Climate Change 135 St. Clair West, 1st Floor Toronto, ON M4V 1P5 Email: EAASIBgen@ontario.ca Please note that a duplicate copy of a Part II Order request must also be sent to Hydro One at the address noted.
approached and began asking inappropriate questions about the girls. Although she requested he stop, the man persisted. A bystander intervened and the man let up. The man is described as brown, 45 to 50 years old, wearing a black t-shirt and driving a black older-model minivan. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-808-5500, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222TIPS (8477), online at 222tips. com, or text TOR and a message to CRIMES (274637).
POLICE HAVE released a photo of a man wanted in three break and enter investigations. During the daytime hours on May 10 and 11, a man broke into three homes in the Glebeholme Boulevard and Coxwell Avenue to Greenwood Avenue area. In all three cases the man forced a back door and ransacked multiple rooms. The suspect is described as 40 to 45 years old, with a medium build and a receding hairline. He was wearing a dark jacket, blue shirt, dark pants and long-toed shoes.
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POLICE HAVE charged Christopher Robichaud, 28, of Toronto with aggravated assault and breach of peace bond in connection with an assault that received widespread attention on Facebook when the victim posted photographs of his injuries and of the man who allegedly attacked him earlier this month. Police said Robichaud turned himself in due to the pressure on Facebook.
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Community Calendar AUG. 24: Movie Night in Fairmount Park, 8:30 p.m. Fairmount Park Farmers’ Market and Ward 32 Councillor Mary-Margaret McMahon present ‘Bee Movie.’ Popcorn available for purchase. Info: fairmountmarket.ca AUG. 25: Free Seniors’ Movie – “Swiss Army Man” at The Fox Theatre, 2236 Queen St. E. Doors open 10 a.m., movie starts at 10:30 a.m. Presented by Rotary Club of Toronto Beach. AUG. 27: Garage/Flea Market/Parking Lot Sale at St. Luke’s Church, 904 Coxwell Ave. (at Cosburn) 9 a.m.-3 p.m. Over 30 vendors with lots of bargains. BBQ and refreshments for sale. Info: 416-421-6878 ext. 21 SEPT. 6-NOV. 29: Ease your Anxiety at East End Community Health Centre, 1619 Queen Street East, Tuesdays 2:30-4 p.m. (*must register in advance). Want tools to reduce your anxiety? Join us for 12 sessions to develop problem-solving skills, learn mindfulness, stress management, and self-care. Discover useful community programs and services. This program is free, see www.eastendchc. on.ca for Centre information. For program information, or to register please call Zari Atai 416-778-5805 extension 222. SEPT. 10: Historical Walk with Gene Domagala, 1 p.m. Meet at the northeast corner of Danforth Ave. and Main St. The walk will end at the old mill on Dawes Road. All are welcome. SEPT. 10: Afterglow Studio presents ‘Ivivva Comes to the Beach’ at 2034 Queen St. E., 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Join us for a back to school celebration. Complimentary snacks and drinks provided by Freshii and David’s Tea. Sign up for our signature Glow Girls class, empowering our young girls,1-2:15 p.m. (ages 8-13) and receive a free Swag Bag. Inversion Workshop for Parents with Queenie Phair from 1-3 p.m. (all levels). Free Acro yoga demonstrations from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Intention bracelet and necklace making. Info: afterglowstudio.ca SEPT. 14: Climate Change Town Hall with Beaches-East York MP Nathaniel ErskineSmith, MPP Arthur Potts, and Ward 32 Councillor Mary-Margaret McMahon at Kew Beach United Church, 140 Wineva Ave., 7 p.m., along with a panel of experts will discuss how individuals, businesses and government can fight climate change. SEPT. 19-23: Legion Week at RCL Br. 11, 9 Dawes Rd. Open to the public MonThurs 10 a.m.-8 p.m., Fri 10 a.m.-3:30 p.m. Memorabilia of veterans past and present. Uniforms to try on and veterans on hand to talk to. For a special tour of an everlasting learning experience, contact Helen Pearce 416-690-6388, youth-ed@ rcl11.com. Info: 416-699-1353, rcl11.com OCT. 12: Electoral Reform Town Hall with Beaches-East York MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith at St. Brigid’s Church, 300 Wolverleigh Blvd., 7 p.m. MONDAYS: FRENCH CONVERSATION GROUP for adults, 7-9 p.m. This is a group of about 10 people at the intermediate level and above. If you are highly motivated and interested in joining, please call (leave your number if the answering machine responds) 416-699-4681 (r) MONDAYS-FRIDAYS: O.S.P.C.A. THRIFT SHOP, 2232 Kingston Rd., 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Good bargains in clothes, shoes, household items, etc., Donations welcome. Pickup arranged (416-694-4853). Help support the animals. Info: 416-266-7716 TUESDAYS: BEACHES MENTAL WELLNESS Group at Community Centre 55, 97 Main St., 7-8 p.m. Peers helping peers with issues affecting mental health. Info: www.beachesmentalwellness.com (r) WEDNESDAYS: MINDFULNESS MEDITATION GROUP, 7:15 p.m. Free. Info: eastendmindfulness@gmail.com WEDNESDAYS: GRASP (Grief Recovery After Substance Passing) Support Group at St. Bonaventure Church, 1300 Leslie St. (south of Lawrence Ave.), 7-9 p.m. A peer-to-peer community support group for parents and families who have lost a loved one due to substance abuse and addiction. Comfort and empathy is available from others with the same loss. Info: call/
text 647-274-3224, email grasptoronto@ gmail.com, visit grasphelp.org (fr) THURSDAYS: WALKING GROUP at East End Community Health Centre, 1619 Queen St. E., 10-11 a.m. Want to get moving and improve your health? Come join the East End Walking Group for a stroll around the neighbourhood, followed by some light stretching. For more programs, check the Centre’s program calendar at www.eastendchc.on.ca. To participate in the walking group, call Zari 416-778-5805 ext. 222 (fr) FRIDAYS: FRIENDLY FRENCH CONVERSATION GROUP at Calvary Baptist Church, 74 Main St. (rear entrance, lower level), 9:30-11:30 a.m. All levels welcome. Don’t use it you’ll lose it. Info: Diana 416-698-6537 (fr) SUNDAYS: OPEN MIC at Hirut Restaurant, 2050 Danforth Ave., 3-6 p.m. All ages and styles welcome. Host is Nicola Vaughan. Family-friendly. No cover charge. Info: 416-551-7560 SUNDAYS: SPECIAL MEDITATION dedicated to World Peace at Atisha Buddhist Centre,1823 Gerrard St. E. 10-11 a.m. Without first developing inner peace, world peace will remain impossible to achieve. We all have within us the potential for peace and happiness. Cultivating this potential creates the harmony we seek. A wonderful opportunity to enjoy a guided meditation on Sunday morning. No experience necessary. Free. LIBRARIES BEACHES LIBRARY, 2161 Queen St. E. •Wednesday Afternoon at the Movies, 2 p.m. Cinematic classics, new releases, foreign films and documentaries. •Aug. 24 – The Lady In The Van (2015) •Aug. 31 – Alfie (1966) •Sept 13: Healthy Cognitive Aging – What the Research Tells Us, 7-8 p.m. Alexandra Fiocco of Ryerson University will talk about predictors and prevention of cognitive decline. •Sept. 17: At Home Alone – 5 easy steps to independence, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Help prepare your 10-14 year old to stay home alone safely through this fun and interactive workshop. Presented by Toronto Public Health. Call to register. Info: 416-393-7703 GERRARD ASHDALE LIBRARY, 1432 Gerrard St. E. •Aug. 23: 11th annual Storytelling Night, 7-8 p.m. Family-friendly stories from various cultures with Sarah Abusharar. Drop-in. •Aug. 24: Stop Motion Animation for Teens, 2-3 p.m. Create a stop-motion animation movie. Ages 13-19. Registration required. •Aug. 31: Snap Circuits for Teens, 2-3 p.m. Makes learning electronics easy and fun! Ages 13-19. Registration required. Info: 416-393-7717, ashdaleevents@gmail.ca, www.torontopubliclibrary.ca. Library is wheelchair accessible. AL- ANON at Community Centre 55, 97 Main St., Wednesdays 7:15 p.m. Alateen members are welcome to attend. Info: 416-691-1113 (fr) AL-ANON BEACH R&R GROUP meets Tuesdays at St. Aidan’s Church, Queen St. E. at Silver Birch Ave., 7:30 p.m. (newcomers’ meeting 7 p.m.). Use side door in middle of the building. No fees or dues. (fr) ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC CHURCH CHOIR welcomes new members. We practise Thursdays 7:30-9 p.m. and perform Sundays at 11 a.m. at 794 Kingston Rd. (3 blocks east of Main St.). You don’t have to have musical training to sing with us, but you do have to like singing and want to be with others to make the whole greater than the sum of the parts. We are friendly and welcoming and our leader is a wonderful music teacher. Info: Paul Williams 416-699-2518 (r) ROTARY CLUB OF TORONTO BEACH holds a breakfast meeting every Tuesday, 7 a.m., at the Balmy Beach Club. For information please visit www. torontobeachrotary.org or call Nancy L’Estrange 416- 686-2906 (r) BEACHES LIONS CLUB meets every 2nd and 4th Tuesday at their Clubhouse, 10 Ashbridges Bay Park
Rd. Interested in serving your community? Call Andy Buhot 416-690-3324. Info: www.beacheslions.com (r) THE KIWANIS CLUB of Riverdale meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays at Chester Village, 3555 Danforth Ave. (at Warden Ave.), 12:15-1:30 p.m., from September until June. Contact Barbara Sneyd at 416-690-0147 or go to www.riverdalekiwanis.com. New members welcomed. FARMERS’ MARKETS •Leslieville Market (Jonathan Ashbridge Park, Queen St. E./Coxwell), Sundays 9 a.m.-2 p.m. •East York Farmers’ Market (East York Civic Centre park, 850 Coxwell Ave.), Tuesdays 8 a.m.-2 p.m. •Fairmount Park Farmers’ Market (Fairmount Park, 1725 Gerrard St. E.), Wednesdays 3-7 p.m. •East Lynn Market (East Lynn Park, Danforth/Woodbine), Thursdays 3-7 p.m. MOVIE NIGHTS IN THE PARK every Wednesday until August 31! Presented by The Beach Village. You voted on your favourite movies, now come out and enjoy them with your friends and family! Screenings will rotate between Kew Gardens and Ivan Forrest Gardens Park. Free admission and free popcorn! Info and full schedule: www.thebeachvillage.com TORONTO BEACH CHORALE. Singers wanted – all voices, limited openings. TBC is a concert choir of 55-65 enthusiastic members that partners with soloists, orchestras and actors to present quality performances. We rehearse and perform locally. Enhance your vocal skills in a friendly atmosphere. The ability to read music is strongly recommended. Rehearsals are Wednesday evenings beginning early September. Contact David at 416-6996634 or dgarde29@gmail.com. More info: www.torontobeachchorale.com or www. facebook.com/torontobeachchorale (11) TORONTO BEACH CHORALE 2016/17 Chorale Scholars Program. Want choral concert experience at no cost? Are you between the ages of 19 and 25 years? TBC is holding auditions for all voice parts as we continue our Choral Scholars Program. Enjoy choir experience with no membership fee while enhancing your vocal skills and expanding your musical knowledge during our four-concert season. TBC is an auditioned concert choir of 55-65 voices, rehearsing and performing locally. Our singers share a passion for great choral music and a strong commitment to sharing the wonderful gift of music. Contact David at 416-699-6634 or dgarde29@gmail.com or visit www.torontobeachchorale.com or www. facebook.com/torontobeachchorale (11) FLOW IN THE PARK. Free yoga classes at Kew Gardens Park. Every Wednesday 6:307:30 p.m. until September 21. Classes are suitable for students of all levels. Classes sponsored by Afterglow Studio. Donations to Friends of the Beach Parks are welcome. THE PSYCHIC IS IN! Toni “Wolfheart” Johns at Juice & Java Café, 2102 Queen St. E. in Toronto Beaches. By appointment only. Johns is a Psychic Astrologer with 40 years experience. Call/text Toni at 647-449-5920, email ThePsychicInn@ gmail.com. Info: www.ThePsychicInn.com. Psychic consultations are for entertainment purposes only. PEGASUS THRIFT SHOP, 931 Kingston Rd. •Aug. 23-27: The sale you have all been waiting for! The Pegasus end of summer 50% off Sale •Aug. 29-Sept. 3: Start of our Back to School sale. Avoid mall prices on household items, linens, fashion, and printers. Thank you for your continued support of Pegasus Day Programs for disabled adults. SEPTEMBER AT STUDIO 888, 2359 Queen Street East (south side just east of Balsam). Featuring Gail Williams, Donna Chudnow & Jane Murdoch Adams from September 8 to October 2. Weds, Thurs & Fridays 2-6 p.m., Saturdays & Sundays NOON-4 p.m. and also by chance (open lots) & by appointment. Info: 416-200-5551, studio888art@gmail.com, studio888.ca BRIDGE, DUPLICATE at Beaches Recreation Centre, 4 Williamson Rd., Fridays 10.30 a.m. Players of all levels are welcome. Starts Sept. 30. Info: agatha131@hotmail.com (13)
CANADIAN FEDERATION OF UNIVERSITY WOMEN, Scarborough Branch. Since 1960 we have been active in promoting women’s rights and education in Scarborough. As part of a national and international organization our purpose is to pursue knowledge, promote education, improve the status of women and human rights, and to participate actively in public affairs. We also enjoy participating in small interest groups: books, bridge, theatre, gourmet lunch, etc. We welcome any woman who shares the purpose of the organization. New members are welcome! We meet monthly from September-May on the 3rd Monday at Knox United Church, Education building, 2569 Midland Ave. Next meeting is Monday, September 19, 2016. Social Hour 7 p.m., Business meeting 7.30 p.m. Sign-up for interest groups 8.30 p.m. Info: Janet Holt 416-293-8822 ST. AIDAN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, Queen St. E. at Silver Birch Ave. •Sunday Services throughout the summer are at 8:30 & 10:30 am (Children’s Program & Nursery at 10:30. All welcome. Info: 416-691-2222, staidansinthebeach.com HOPE UNITED CHURCH, 2550 Danforth Ave. All are welcome! Summer Worship Service 10:30 a.m. •Aug. 27: Jazz Vespers with Tom Reynolds, piano, & Paul Novotny, bass, 4:30- 5:15 p.m. Free will offering. •Sept. 10: Praise, Gospel & Blues Family Service, 4:305:15 p.m. Join us for some great music! Info: 416-691-9682, HopeUnited.ca BEACH UNITED CHURCH. Come and join us at 140 Wineva Ave. All are welcome! •Regular Sunday Worship Service: 10:30 a.m. Nursery care & children’s activity time provided. •Enjoy singing? Join the Sunday Singers rehearsal from 9:30–10 a.m. prior to the service. Info: 416-691-8082, www.beachunitedchurch.com. We are on Facebook and Twitter @NewBeachUnited KINGSTON ROAD UNITED CHURCH, 975 Kingston Rd. (3 blocks W of Victoria Pk. Ave.). Join us each Sunday for Worship and Church School, 10:30 a.m. Our services are filled with beautiful music and thoughtful sermons, and are shared amidst a caring community with true neighbourly spirit. Come in and get a faith lift. Info: www.kruc.ca. 416-699-6091 (r) BIRCHCLIFF BLUFFS UNITED CHURCH, 33 East Rd. (Kingston Rd. & Warden Ave.). •Sunday Worship Services, 10:30 a.m. Info: www. birchcliffbluffsuc.org (r) BEACHES PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 65 Glen Manor Dr. (S of Queen) in the heart of the Beach. Worship in a familyfriendly, relaxed environment. Sunday School and Nursery available. Coffee and new friendships are Free! LGTB friendly. Sundays 10 a.m. Info: www. beacheschurch.org, 416-699-5871 (r) FALLINGBROOK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 35 Wood Glen Road (corner of Kingston Road and Wood Glen). Join us Sundays 10:30 a.m. for a dynamic, spiritually relevant service accompanied by excellent music. Families are always welcome and we offer a Sunday school program. Info: www. fallingbrookpresbyterian.com (r) TORONTO UNITED MENNONITE CHURCH, 1774 Queen St. E. We warmly welcome you to join us for our worship service each Sunday with Christian education and nursery, 10 a.m.-12:35 p.m. Info: 416-699-6631, www.tumc.ca (r) CALVARY BAPTIST CHURCH, 72 Main St. (between Gerrard & Kingston). Know you are welcome at our neighbourhood church. Visit with us to worship and experience our caring, extended family Sundays 10:30 a.m. (r) WAVERLEY ROAD BAPTIST CHURCH, 129 Waverley Rd. (just north of Queen St.). Sundays, 11 a.m. You are invited! Our services feature contemporary music and interesting messages to help you to know God better. Info: www.waverleyroadbaptist.ca 129 Waverley Rd. 416-694-3054 wrbc@bell.net waverleyroadbaptist.ca All are welcome!
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Everyone Has a Story to Tell
By Anna Killen
When was the little free library first erected at the dog park, and why did you decide to build one? The Little Free Library was installed in the Kew Beach Dog Park in June of 2014. My family had been part of a class action lawsuit after losing my grandmother to a bacterial infection she’d contracted in the hospital. Each grandchild received a cheque for $393. I wanted to do something special with my settlement money and decided to purchase the library from LittleFreeLibrary.org and place it in my dog’s favourite place: Kew Beach Dog Park. Can you tell me a bit about who the library is dedicated to? KR: The Library was dedicated to my grandmother Marion, and my dog Baker. Baker was my hero (and was alive at the time) and had fought and conquered a very aggressive form of bone cancer (osteosarcoma). He’d been through chemo and – lost a foreleg to the disease. I wanted to commemorate his heroism and life. He taught me so much about living, and I knew once he was gone, I’d need something or somewhere to honour him. He loved swimming at that park and I knew it was the perfect spot for a Little Free Library. Baker was euthanized in December of 2015. He was 13 years old, lived a full life, and his three arthritic legs just couldn’t support him anymore. He was in a stroller most of his time
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Little free library honoured loved ones IF YOU’VE let your dog out at the Kew Beach Dog Park over the last several weeks, you might have noticed that the little free library at the western edge of the park is no more. As of last week, the only portion left of the free library – part of a worldwide movement focused on building special spots to share books – is its post, featuring a plaque that reads “For Marion and Baker”. But fear not, dear readers – Beach social media users were quick on the case of the destroyed library, posting suggestions about what might have happened to it (the general consensus: vandals used it for firewood) and what could be done to replace it. Before long, Katharine Reid, the woman who installed the library over two years ago jumped into the conversation, and plans have been launched for a fall fundraiser to raise money to purchase and install a new library. Beach Metro News spoke with Reid about the library’s history, her love for her dog, and the Beach community’s response and generosity.
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IT’S ALL about pollinators at the Fairmount Park Farmers’ Market August 24. An observation beehive will be on site, and, for those interested in more than observing, a workshop on bee home building will run for the duration of the market. Later in the evening, the market will be screening ‘Bee Movie’. The Fairmount Park Farmers’ Market is at 1725 Gerrard St. East.
THE CANADIAN Bangladeshi Organization Network is hosting a Multicultural Festival in Dentonia Park on Saturday, August 27 from 9 a.m to 9 p.m. The Muticultural Mela will feature food, live music and dance performances, and activities for kids. The stage will be in the west end of the park, facing north east.
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Above, Katharine Reid at the book drive and grand opening at the Kew Beach Dog Park Little Free Library opening in June, 2014. Below, what was left of the library on August 15. At bottom left is Reid’s dog, Baker. outside and could no longer swim. I knew it was time. He was a four-year cancer survivor and the disease never got him. Since his cancer diagnosis, I have become active in the Smiling Blue Skies Walk to End Canine Cancer. Who was involved in its building and maintenance, and can you tell me about the Toronto Beaches Dog Association (TBDA)? I got in touch with Ward 32 councillor Mary-Margaret McMahon to find out how to go about putting the library in the park, and she put me in touch with Stuart Slessor, the Parks Supervisor. They were very helpful and efficient, and once I got the go-ahead from Stuart, it was game on! I put a call out on Facebook for someone to help with installation of the library, and a local carpenter volunteered to install the library free of charge. We even had a grand opening/book drive Katharine Reid for the library when it went in. Since its installation, I have become the co-president of the Toronto Beaches Dog Association with my best friend Heidi Leigh. She and I placed the library under the association’s umbrella when we took the reins. For the first year-and-ahalf, I lived a block away and maintained it myself, but since moving a little further away, the TBDA has had a volunteer steward (Adrienne Kassen) checking on it weekly.
“The library was just a wooden box, not my beloved dog or grandmother”
A CLIMATE change town hall will be held Wednesday, Sept. 14 at 7 p.m. at the Beach United Church at 140 Wineva Ave. Co-hosted by Beaches-East York MP Nathaniel Erskine-Smith, MPP Arthur Potts, and Ward 32 councillor MaryMargaret McMahon, the event will “focus on how government, business, and individuals can all work together to tackle climate change.”
COMMUNITY CENTRE 55 hosts the 15th year of remembrance for the victims of the September 11 terrorist attacks on Sunday, Sept. 11, 2016 at the Millennium Garden on the south east corner of Coxwell and Eastern at 1 p.m. The event honours the thousands of lives lost in the attack, including the medical service workers killed rescuing people from the Twin Towers and due to medical complications since.
In fact, she’s the one who informed me of its destruction. What did you think when you heard someone had taken it down? I was surprisingly calm when I found out the library had been destroyed. At first, I thought it had been stolen, but through information and photos on Facebook, it became clear the library had been smashed. If it had happened when Baker was still alive, I think I would’ve been devastated. Since losing him though, I have a very different perspective on what matters and what doesn’t. I can’t lose him twice. The library was just a wooden box, not my beloved dog or grandmother. When I made the decision to put it in the park, I knew the risks and accepted them. I refuse to live my life in fear of what vandals might do. It sounds like you’re confident the library can be replaced. What’s that process going to be like? It absolutely can and will be replaced. Many people have gotten in touch offering to help. The Toronto Beaches Dog Association is going to have a fundraiser on October 8 at 7 p.m. at St Louis in the Beach to get the funds to purchase and install a new library. Seeing the community disappointment and outrage at the library’s destruction has been eye opening. I really didn’t realize how much people appreciated it being there. The sense of community it has inspired is actually pretty incredible. A new library is definitely going to happen.
CURIOUS ABOUT the Beach’s giant oak trees? Arborist Todd Irvine hosts a walk through the neighbourhood, visiting some of the oldest trees in the city, on Sunday, Sept. 18 at 1:30 p.m. The walk starts at the north east entrance of Ivan Forrest Garden (131 Glen Manor Dr.) and ends at Queen Street East and Balsam Avenue. The walk will include some rough grounds and slopes, and is free but with a suggested $5 to $10 donation. “Dip into the lush Glen Stewart Ravine, a picturesque remnant of the original forest that once blanketed the area. Explore ways to protect trees from the pressures of development, like building a house on stilts to protect the roots of the surrounding oaks.”
THE BEACH Hill neighbourhood will be more colourful soon as work begins to install benches along the retail corridor between the Fairmount Park Community Centre and Devon Road. The project has been in the works for some time, and residents will notice this week the removal of old benches and the presence of city representatives and councillors assessing where the new benches should be placed. Following installation, the Beach Hill Neighbourhood Association is planning a party in October to celebrate.
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Beach Arts Scene Cobalt Gallery is hosting an exhibition of wood-fired ceramics by six Ontario artists until Sept. 4. Work from Emma Smith, at right, Barb Murphy, Kim Harcourt, Terry Osborne, Heather Smit, below, and Monica Johnston is on display at the gallery, 870A Kingston Rd. See cobaltgallery.ca for more information.
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A common ringed plover stands on the shore of an island on what’s known as Cell 2 in Tommy Thompson Park on Aug. 21. But don’t let its name fool you – this is the very first recorded sighting in Ontario. Common ringed plovers usually breed in northern Europe and northeast Canada and migrate to Africa for the winter, but it seems this one may have taken a wrong turn. PHOTO: MIKE DIZONNO
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PAUL NOVOTNY and Tom Reynolds will perform a Jazz Vespers service at Hope United Church on Saturday, August 27. The two musicians initially met through Toronto’s music community, but were surprised to realize they both lived on the same street near Woodbine and Danforth. Bassist Novotny has been nominated for several Junos and won one with his frequent musical collaborator Joe Sealy. He has performed with numerous big name jazz acts, including Junior Mance, Carol Welsman, Barbara Lica and Holly Cole. His work as a composer will be familiar to CBC viewers, with themes for the National News, The Hour with George Stroumboulopoulos and CBC News Now to his credit. Pianist Reynolds grew up in Chicago and lived in Nashville performing with a number of well-known artists ranging from Glen Frey to Bela Fleck, and from Crystal Gale to Shania Twain. He worked as a music director with the Grammy-winning group Take Six and toured as music director for Engelbert Humperdinck, and has also taught religion and theology. The two will perform at 4:30 p.m. on Saturday, Aug. 27 at Hope United Church, 2550 Danforth Ave. at Main Street. A freewill offering will be collected. See hopeunited.ca or call 416691-9682 for more information.
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Founded by Beacher Helen Hatzis, Aloha Toronto brings “a taste of Hawaii and aloha to the shores of Toronto”, and sees children with Autism Spectrum Disorders participate in surfing and paddleboard workshops throughout the day as a form of relaxation and fun. The fifth annual event was held at the Balmy Beach Club on August 21.
Clockwise from right: Frankie Barbera, 9, is all smiles with instructor Jana Ruby; Marcus Brisebois, 8, with his instructor Gudrun Hardes gives a big thumbs up to his parents watching from the shore; Emma Morony, 8, and brother Connor, 10, pose for a photo with many of the instructors; Andy Foster, 8, has a laugh with his instructor Aaron Pilon; Zacharay Nudelman, 10, has fun in the surf.
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Ancient garden art makes a comeback Steven Chadwick is a professional gardener, horticulturist, and long-time Beach resident
W
hen I lived on Lee Avenue in the late seventies and eighties there was a unique piece of art on display in Kew Gardens. But this type of art in the park wasn’t of the usual wood carving, sculpture or painting variety. Back in the days when you could buy your socks and underwear at the local Woolworth and a gardener actually lived in the gardener’s cottage, there was a large carpetbed display located at the north side of Kew Gardens near Queen Street. It was a work of art when it was in its prime, and an attraction that caused more than a few tourists, locals and even the occasional streetcar rider to shout, “Wow, look at that!” So what the heck is a carpetbed and where did they come from? Simply put, they are mass plantings of low-growing or dwarf cultivars of santolina, althernanthera and sometimes varieties of succulents that are organized into complex geometric designs and patterns. Newer versions feature themes, lettering and pictures which are meticulously trimmed and cut to create the effect of a carpet woven with plants. Drawing designs with plants is not exactly new. The well-manicured gardening style of the Italian Renaissance and the expansive parterre de broderie backyard of the palace of Versailles were both inspired by the Islamic version of paradise found in the patterns of Persian carpets. But it was in 19th century England during the Victorian
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This carpetbed graced Edwards Gardens in 2014, stretching 33 feet wide. The Blue Jays logo, below, is featured this year. gardening frenzy that carpetbedding really reached the height of its popularity. Cities and towns throughout the country competed with each other to see who could create the most elaborate displays, and nothing was off limits. The parks were like a Disneyland for the Victorians and the carpetbed centrepiece was their magic kingdom. Of course, the sometimes garish and overly flamboyant style that evolved wasn’t everyone’s cup of tea. One particularly venomous critic with an imaginative way with words described them as “a vulgar display of Victorian foppery that would cauterize the eye of the beholder.” Even with the criticism, the carpet gardening style continued to flourish and made its way across the Atlantic to parks all over North America – and eventually here in the Beach. Unfortunately, the Kew carpetbed gradually fell into decline over the last
10 or 15 years and the original circular structure just became a holding pen for a variety of run-of-the-mill annuals. I had always hoped for a resurrection but that’s probably about as likely as roaming the creaky wooden aisles of the Beach Woolworth again. The last remnants of what remained of the original carpetbed’s flagstone frame was carted off in the back of a dump truck during the renovations to the park entrance this year. The Kew bed might be gone but there are still a few examples of these curiosities around town. There are two large carpetbeds at the entrance to Edwards Gardens in North York, one of which depicts the CN tower and seven foot Blue Jays logo to celebrate their fortieth anniversaries. The beds may not qualify as a “vulgar display of Victorian foppery,” but if you stand there long enough you might hear a visitor shout, “Wow, look at that!”
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Design and Style Views
Make your home office work for you Christine Roberts, baaid is an interior designer, stylist, avid vintage collector, and co-founder of the Leslieville Flea. She makes furniture and home accessories of reclaimed materials.
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ith summer nearing its end and kids and parents alike prepping for back-to-school, new beginnings are in the air. Back to school time is always a bit melancholy, as we dread the cold weather to come – at least I do – and the end of summer freedom. But with the new season and school starting soon, there is also the excitement of something fresh and new about to happen. It’s the perfect time to start thinking about making a great working space – either to get homework done, or for a home office. So many of us work from home these days, and many don’t have an actual space dedicated to this. There are a few things to consider when making a homework nook or home office space. You want it to feel inviting and not too stark or office-like. I asked Leslieville Flea vendor and Beach resident Roni Brown of MDA (Modern Design, Artistic) Interiors to share some photos and ideas from one of her recent home office makeovers. Roni strives to bring the homeowner’s personality into their space. Being a strong advocate of vintage furnishings and accessories, she often incorporates them into her clients’ spaces. This adds a unique vibe, along with added quality. One of the major concerns in any home office is storage. You need space to store all your office/homework essentials, but you also want it to look great since this area is often shared, often in a kitchen or spare bedroom. It’s always a good idea to use more interesting items to store things rather than the standard office furniture/accessories.
Use a mix of vintage along with modern items and your room will be unique and custom to you. Instead of using a typical desk, try finding a vintage desk or even a small dining table. It’s always a good idea to have another surface in addition to your desk, and a vintage teak sideboard or similar piece will store all your office supplies and give you a spot to put your printer and other essentials on. Instead of buying new filing cabinets, use a vintage metal or wood cabinet. They are so much more interesting (and often better built than new). Vintage ‘In and Out’ trays are functional and fun. Be sure to invest in good lighting and a comfortable and ergonomic desk chair. You should have general overhead lighting as well as task lighting on the work surface (always put desk lighting on the opposite side of the hand you write with). Vintage desk lamps can add a bit of style to any work area. Wood crates and boxes make excellent storage pieces for office supplies, and keep messy items out of site. Putting down an area carpet will help define the space, as well as add some warmth underneath. A chalk or cork board is a great idea for keeping organized. Try to find an oversized board (you can get handcrafted ones that look fabulous) or paint an area of the wall in chalkboard paint and use for doodling, writing notes or sketching out ideas. By taking a bit of extra time and adding some unique details you can make your home office or homework area more enjoyable to be in – and then work won’t seem so tasking.
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Women paddle in a war canoe at the Balmy Beach Club in 1909.
Beach boasts a rich sporting history Gene Domagala
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he eastern end of the city recently received a bad rap by one of our daily newspapers, with an opinion piece suggesting there was not much happening in the East End, mainly the Beach. This is and was a load of nonsense. Nowhere else do you see such a diversity of activity as in our eastern area – from Coxwell Avenue on the west to Victoria Park on the east, the waterfront on the south to the Danforth on the north, it’s unlike any other area in Toronto. We are now receiving word of some of the activities of some of our great East End athletes down in Brazil for the 2016 Olympics. We are proud to have a young athlete who has won four medals for her Beach city and country. Sixteen-year-old Penny Oleksiak is a great Olympian who has a stellar future in front of her. She has a great family which includes other gifted athletes. This article was not to be about Penny or others like her, but about our sports and recreation areas in the Beach. However, when I began to write it, the world was astounded to see this great young athlete break all types of athletic and Olympic records, so I had to begin with this great Canadian athlete from the Beach. For our athletics tour, let us start with grey sand area east of Coxwell Avenue called Ashbridges Park. Do you know that in this area beside the lake at least 1,500 athletes play beach volleyball? Where else in the city do you find so many athletes playing beach volleyball, possibly preparing for the Olympics, like past local heroes John Child and Mark Heese, who competed in three Olympic games, winning bronze in Atlanta in 1996?
For those who wish to ride bicycles, we have part of the Martin Goodman Trail, a place where people young and old cycle through our eastern beaches morning, noon and night. We also have our boardwalk, just south of the Martin Goodman Trail, where thousands walk and enjoy the cool breeze of the lake. Let us not forget the aquatic sports at Ashbridges Bay. We first find the Beaches Lions Club, a great social club specializing in serving the community for eight decades. The Lions have a clubhouse and water facilities for boaters from the Balmy Beach Canoe Club and other organizations. It was the Lions Club that donated two wading pools for children at Woodbine and Kew Beach Park. South on Ashbridges Bay we find the Toronto Hydroplane and Sailing Club, where many sailors have their canoes, boats and kayaks. The area is home to the Ashbridges Bay Yacht Club, originally the Woodbine Yacht Club. These integral aquatic facilities have been around for many decades. North of the Lakeshore on Coxwell Avenue, we have the Beach Skatepark, where those who are young and young at heart can skateboard to their hearts’ content – athletes abound! East on the sunbather-filled beach, we come to the Donald Summerville pool at the foot of Woodbine Avenue. Donald Summerville was a mayor of Toronto who resided in the Beach area. A great sportsman, the pool was named after his death in 1963. This Olympic-sized pool is the place where many would-be Olympians practise their dives and swimming prowess. It’s the place where our Olympian Penny Oleksiak swims. For those tennis fans, east of the pool, is the Kew Beach Tennis Club at the foot of Waverly Road and Kenilworth Avenue. The club has been around for well over 100 years, winning many awards and spawning some of the best tennis players in the area. Again proceeding east on the lakefront, we come across a combination ice rink and lacrosse area at the bottom of Lee Avenue. The Beaches Lacrosse Club is one of the finest lacrosse clubs in the area, with hundreds of successful lacrosse players practising here over the years.
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Beach athletics a reason to cheer Continued from previous page In the winter, the lacrosse rink turns into the Kew Beach Skating Rink, the spot for pleasure skating in the Beach. The Balmy Beach Oldtimers have played in this rink for many years. Next door is the championship-winning Kew Beach Lawn Bowling Club, which has been around for over 120 years. It welcomes young and old, so if anyone wants to join, please come down. How can we not comment on one of the Beach’s greatest sports – baseball? Kew Gardens Baseball Diamond a couple of hundred feet south of Queen at Lee has been a part of the East End scene for more than 120 years. At one time, there would be over 7,000 fans coming to see baseball at Kew Gardens. Also, sports enthusiasts, we had ladies playing fastball. Hold onto your hats – these ladies drew crowds of 7,500. Remember – these teams played in the 1930s and 1940s when there was no television. Pantry Park in the back of Kew Beach School was named by the late great Ted Reeve, who said the original sports field was the size of his pantry. Over the years the park expanded and has been used for many activities. Now, east to the bottom of Beech Ave., where we gaze upon the legend by the lake, the venerable Balmy Beach Club. I would write about the numerous events and
awards that the club and the members of the club have won, but there is not enough time. The club, which also boasts a terrific lawn bowling club, has produced more medals in aquatic sports, rugby and football than I can recall. A little further east is the Silver Birch Boathouse, which has been around since the 1930s. Today, it is the only boathouse where you can store canoes and kayaks for a nominal fee, but at one time there were dozens of boathouses along the beach. We must also mention the city and employees who carefully maintain the parks and green spaces. Thanks especially to the parks and recreation people at Beaches Recreation Centre at 6 Williamson Road and Lee Avenue. These recreationists are in a class by themselves with the volunteers of the Beach Advisory Council, responsible for the annual Beaches Spring Sprint, which attracts nearly 800 people for a race along the boardwalk, swimming programs at Glen Ames School, fitness programs at the Kew Beach boathouse, seniors’ programs in Kew Gardens, archery, basketball, gymnastics, and many more. All the best to our athletes, past, present and future. Gene Domagala will lead a historical walk Saturday, Sept. 10 at 1 p.m. Meet at the northest corner of Danforth and Main. The walk will end at the old mill on Dawes Road. All are welcome.
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Beach karate athlete Anna Dawson competes in kata at the Ontario Summer Games in Mississauga. PHOTO: KEN BENSON
Provincial karate medals By Gillian Benson
FIVE ATHLETES from Kuma Karate-Do, a Beach-based karate club, qualified to compete in the Ontario Summer Games karate competition, held in Mississauga on Aug. 12. The competition included kata (forms) and kumite (sparring). Local athletes Annaliese Bissell and Anna Dawson competed in both disciplines, Olivia Dawson and Sam Chau competed in kata, and Nathalie D’Andrea competed in kumite. D’Andrea earned a silver medal and Bissell took home a bronze, both in kumite. Ken Benson, Kuma Karate-Do head coach and Ontario provincial team coach, was pleased with the hard work that the athletes put in, giving up part of their summer vacation to train and compete.
“The athletes demonstrated the same work ethic that Olympic athletes need to succeed. Each athlete has been training in karate for over five years, and they are committed and dedicated to push themselves to get better,” he said. The Ontario Ministry of Tourism, Culture and Sport holds the multi-sport Games every other year. It is designed to provide a high-performance competition experience for athletes ages 12 to 17 competing in 32 different sports. It is a stepping-stone to the Canada Games, Pan Am Games and Olympic Games. With karate included in the 2020 Tokyo Olympics, this year’s Ontario Summer Games took on more meaning for both the athletes and Karate Ontario, the province’s sport organization that is part of the Canadian Olympic pathway.
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t’s been an absolutely fabulous summer with lots of sunshine and heat. There have been endless things to do in this fair city of ours to enjoy the season. One of the highlights has to be the largest street festival in Canada that takes place early in August every year. I’m talking, of course, about Krinos “Taste of the Danforth” (August 5 to 7 this year). Organized by the Greek Town BIA on Danforth, it started back in 1994 as a spin-off of Taste of Chicago in the US. Originally, it was meant as a celebration of Hellenic culture and around 5,000 people, including myself, attended that first year. Since then, it has grown to be one of the stellar events of the summer, evolving into a spectacular showcase of the multiculturalism that Toronto is so famous for. Attendance has skyrocketed to about 1.65 million people over the course of the three-day event. Celebrating its 23rd anniversary this year, the event was even bigger and better than ever. Although there are lots of free activities for both adults and children including contests, amusements, live entertainment, displays, samples and more, let’s face it: this festival is all about the food and drink. Although, many different types of cuisine are offered as numerous types of restaurants call the Danforth home, it’s Greek cuisine that shines. After all, this is Greek Town. The smell of grilling
souvlaki and gyros, moussaka, calamari, spinach pie and other Hellenic delights fill the air, tantalizing the taste buds. You don’t even have to be hungry, but the intoxicating aromas will get you there in no time. The Danforth, closed off to vehicular traffic from Broadview to Jones, is literally one long “groaning board” of gastronomic delights with grilling/ cooking stations set up out front of restaurants all along the way. One could stroll the length of the festival sampling different dishes en route, like an endless buffet that stretches two kilometres! Let’s not forget about drink. The number of bars along the Danforth is incredible, all offering a place to lay back from the throng, observe the endless parade of passerby and wet one’s whistle. With pretty much every possible form of potable available, either at stations out in front of restaurants and bars for non-alcoholic versions or within for spirited styles, of particular note are all the Greek libations offered. Greek wine has come a long way since the days of Retsina and Mavrodaphne. Now exciting varietals like the white Assyrtiko, Athiri, Malagousia, Roditis and Moscofilero and the red Agiorgitiko and Xinomavro are being crafted by young, talented winemakers into world class wines. Greek beer like Fix Hellas Lager, Volken Grey, Mary Rose Red Ale, Red Donkey, Mythos Lager and Sunday’s Honey Golden Ale are in high demand too. Many of these wines and beers are available in the eateries and bars along the strip. Also in abundance is delicious Greek coffee. The festival is so well organized that it seems almost effortless in appearance and the Greek sun god himself, Helios, who drives the sun chariot across the sky each day, must watch over this event with fond eyes. The weather always seems great for it. It’s not too early to mark your calendars now for next year’s festival. Dates are Aug. 11 to 13, 2017. Don’t miss it.
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f you have a pot or patch of herbs growing in your garden, August is the time to start harvesting. When I say herbs, I mean the flavourful, edible leaves of plants such as parsley, chives, basil, tarragon, oregano, dill and so on. A simple snip of the scissors will do the trick for harvesting, then wash well in several changes of cool water and dry thoroughly in a salad spinner. (Much easier than trying to dry with numerous tea towels!) Many people are used to the old-fashioned technique of preserving herbs by drying. This is done by tying in a bunch with string and hanging upside down to dry in an airy room, usually the kitchen. This process will take several days or a week to have the bunch of herbs dried thoroughly. Although drying works well, you lose some of the essential oils in the herb. The oils are what gives it flavour and you will definitely lose most of the vibrant colour. Freezing is faster, and it is done immediately unlike drying, which takes several days. By freezing you definitely have the intense taste of “just picked.” My favourite technique is to finely chop the clean, dry leaves of the herb and measure out the chopped herb in quarter-cup or four tablespoon (60 mL) quantities, useful for most recipes, then wrap in plastic wrap to produce a small flat, square package. Pack like packages in a freezer bag, date, label and freeze for up to one year. You will have the flavour and colour of a just-picked herb. One edible herb that is frequently forgotten is lavender. Lavender smells and looks wonderful, but tastes great too. Harvest the vibrant blue-purple blooms of lavender at their prime and freeze or dry them by tying in a bunch and hanging upside down, then store in a jar for cooking fragrant and tasty treats. Be sure your lavender is pesticide free before using in cooking. Lavender you grow in your own garden without pesticides is considered “food grade” and is safe to eat. Add preserved lavender to shortbread, salad dressings and ice cream, not to mention the recipe that follows – it tastes divine! Chicken with Honey and Lavender This recipe from Foodland Ontario produces sweet and tasty thighs ideal for an easy summer dinner. Serve with a salad and crusty bread. Marinade: 1 tbsp (15 mL) grated lemon rind 1/4 cup (60 mL) fresh lemon juice 3 tbsp (45 mL) vegetable oil 2 cloves garlic, minced 4 tsp (20 mL) food-grade dried lavender 1 tbsp (15 mL) finely chopped fresh rosemary 2 tsp (10 mL) finely chopped fresh thyme 1/2 tsp (2 mL) salt 1/4 tsp (1 mL) fresh black pepper Chicken: 1/3 cup (80 mL) liquid honey (local) 1 tbsp (15 mL) Dijon mustard 2 lbs (1 kg) boneless, skinless chicken thighs
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In a medium bowl, whisk together lemon rind, lemon juice, oil, garlic, lavender, rosemary, thyme, salt and pepper. Remove 2 tbsp (30 mL) marinade and set aside. Add the remaining marinade to a heavy freezer plastic bag and add the chicken thighs massaging the thighs with the marinade. Refrigerate an hour or overnight. Preheat oven to 400°F (220°C). Remove the chicken thighs to a 13 by 9 inch (3 L) baking dish. Arrange in a single layer, spooning some of the marinade over thighs. Discard remaining marinade. Bake chicken covered for 30 minutes, basting with pan juices about half way through cooking. In small bowl, whisk the reserved marinade with the honey and mustard until smooth. Reduce oven temperature to 375°F (190°C). Brush the chicken with the sauce and bake about 14 to 20 minutes, uncovered, until internal temperature of the thighs reaches 165°F (74°C) or juices run clear. Serve immediately, or at room temperature. Makes six servings.
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BROAD LINGERIE owner Sam Conover has been in the bra business for over a decade. Over those years she’s had many conversations with women – particularly busty women – about their experiencing finding a bra that fits, in an environment that’s comfortable, and at a price that’s reasonable. Those conversations, combined with her own experience, have shaped the experience at Broad, where the ethos is “buying a big bra doesn’t have to be a big deal.” “During my time as a bra fitter, I realized that well over half of our clientele were D cup or above. But I still heard so many women complaining about how hard it was to find bras in size D or larger and so many of them seemed to feel that their size was unusual. Yet experience and data told me that full busted women were actually pretty common,” she said. She also noticed that many women in this size range hated bra shopping. “If you wear a full bust size, you are usually limited to shopping in specialty boutiques because department and chain stores usually don’t sell anything above a DD,” she said, noting that while these boutiques are great, the high-end shopping experience isn’t for everyone and can be expensive and intimidating, with a limited selection for full bust options. “I started to daydream of a place where being busty was the norm, not the exception. I wanted this place to be accessible, comfortable and down-to-earth. Less of a boutique and more of a haven or gathering place,” she said, noting that she’s built the store with a “fuss-free” experience in mind. Customers are encouraged to work with a fitter, but they don’t have to. Walk-ins are welcome, she tries to keep most bras under $100, and the fitting rooms are large enough to fit a stroller. Indeed, one adaptation she’s made over the last four months is the addition of nursing bras. “This was not a part of my original plan because Evie Mamma had a store on the Danforth. But they moved locations, and suddenly I was flooded with phone calls, emails and requests over social media,” she said. Broad makes a point to stay connected to its customers – and that attention to detail has helped word-of-mouth spread. “It’s only been four months, but I know I would not have made it this far without the support of my customers and neighbours. Most of my customers hear about my store through word-of-mouth, which is incredibly encouraging,” she said. “If people are recommending my store to their friends and family, that means I’m on the right path! And the neighbourhood businesses have been very supportive as well. I will never forget the guy from the Lifer Tattoo shop who shoveled in front of the store after a big storm, the owner of Pose salon who pressed a $20 bill into my hand for good luck or the owner of Len who dropped off a fantastic candle and card. This is a community that supports one another.” Broad Lingerie is located at 1763 Danforth Ave. Find more information at broadlingerie.com.
Broad Lingerie on Danforth offers custom bra fitting and sales for busty women.
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BUILDING BLOCK Associates, based in Leslieville and run by local resident Dwayne Reno, recently launched its new restaurant management service, Manage Mie, just in time for the company’s third anniversary. The service is aimed at helping independent foodservice operators manage food costs as well as marketing. Mie (pronounced ‘me’) is a Japanese word that means ‘triple branch’ – representing Manage Mie’s online food supply store, in-house marketing manager, and online marketing management. Food purchases will earn credits that can be used for marketing services, explained Reno. “One of our goals with Manage Mie is to help independent foodservice operators free up much needed capital,” he said. For a demo of Manage Mie, email dreno@buildingblockassociates.com or call 647-951-5880. •
BEACH UNITED Church is partnering with Affordable Funeral Services Inc. to offer an alternative to funeral home burial arrangements. The company’s founder John O’Sullivan says the idea is to offer full funeral arrangements – visitation, service, reception – directly through a person’s local church community, resulting in lower funeral costs. At the same time
the church benefits from the partnership. “The prices are much less … than a funeral home and approximately half the profit goes to the church,” he said. The service covers everything from the casket or cremation container to government paperwork, with options ranging from simple cremation to full services including flowers and an organist. For full pricing and package information, see affordablefuneralservices.ca or contact the church at 416-691-8082. •
LYNDA GRIMARD-WATT recently opened the Children’s French Book Corner at Gerrard Street East and Main Street. The long-time local resident found it difficult to obtain French books for her children, and an opportunity arose when two of her friends opened the Unlimited Arts Studio. The Book Corner takes up a corner of the studio at 152 Main St. Grimard-Watt offers books that are “engaging, funny, inspiring, books that both parents and kids have fun reading together while learning basic French words, books that would help children stay engaged into the French program they are enrolled into.” Stop by the studio to check out the selections in this local small business or visit childrensfrenchbookcorner.com. Continued on following page
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AFTERGLOW STUDIO held its grand opening at 2032 and 2034 Queen St. E. earlier this summer. The studio offers a variety of yoga instruction in their 3,000 square foot-plus facility, overseen by co-owners Julie Watson and Elizabeth Doyle Harmer. Watson brings more than a decade of experience in fitness, nutrition and yoga training. Doyle Harmer’s yoga training is balanced on the business side with an MBA from McGill. The studio is designed to feel like the outdoors has been brought inside its two practice rooms, while also offering perks such as free WiFi and tea. As the owners write in the studio’s ‘manifesto’, “We are the beacher, the biker, the boardwalk surfer. We are the artist, the writer, and entrepreneur. The outdoor worker, and work from homer. The streetcar slogger, car-commuter and walker-by. We are the retired workout junkie, the hard-core HIIT enthusiast, the yin yogi, power yogi, and inspired yogi. We are the toddler, the teen, and in between.” Find out more and sign up for a sample class at afterglowstudio.ca.
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A BEACH-BASED home management platform is currently in beta release in the East End. Quartermaster was inspired by the neighbourhood’s old fashioned business network based largely on homeowner referrals, and aims to offer a digital platform to allow users to share recommendations with other users. “The Beach is a community with a tight referral network, which is what we are aiming to replicate digitally, in order to make it faster and easier to
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Dr. Kelly Robazza Dr. William Chan Dr. Caitlin McAlpine Chiropractic • Acupuncture A.R.T. / Laser 2212 Queen St. E.
DEGEN’S HEALTH GROUP Dr. Wade Whitten, D.C. Dr. Tanja Degen, D.C., CPT Dr. Christina Carreau N.D. 1089 Kingston Rd. (at Victoria Park, next to Tim Hortons)
416-699-5320 • Free Parking
Chiropractor
ARCHITECTURE/DESIGN
2130 Queen Street East
Stephen G. King, Architect
NEW LOCATION 416-698-7070
ASHBRIDGE’S HEALTH CENTRE Dr. Emily Howell Jackie Leesun, RMT Dr. Ceara Higgins
Chiropractic, Acupuncture, RMT
1522 Queen St. E. 416-465-5575 www.ashbridgeshealth.ca
Dr. Tyrrell Ashcroft Dr. Thien Dang-Tan
OMEGA HEALTH + FITNESS ART, Acupuncture, Chiropractic, Graston 1089 Kingston Rd. (at Victoria Park)
647-317-6017
www.omegahealthandfitness.com
Sophia da Silva Chiropractor
Kew Gardens Health Group 2181 Queen St. East, Suite 305 (at Lee)
416-907-0103
www.kewgardenshealth.com
Animal Chiropractor Dr. Mark T. Garbutt D.C.
Coxwell Chiropractic Centre 1004 Coxwell Ave @ O’Connor
416-423-2289
Chiropractic Care for Two Legged and Four!
B. Arch. OAA, MRAIC “Serving the Beach since 1987” Residential, Restorations, Home Inspections, Commercial, Interiors, Landscapes COMPLETE PROJECT SERVICES FROM DESIGN THROUGH CONSTRUCTION
(416) 694-8181 www.stephenkingarchitect.com
Member Ontario Association of Architects
W. MORRIS DESIGN ARCHITECTURAL AND INTERIOR DESIGN CONSULTANTS DESIGN CONCEPTS AND PERMIT DRAWINGS WESLEY MORRIS, ARIDO, IDC, AATO
416-261-9679
PROFESSIONAL ENGINEERING SERVICES Renovations & Additions Structural Design • Building Permit
Local • Affordable 416-200-6300 www.WINTACO.com
Versatech
Drafting + Design Architectural Design Permit Drawings Project Management Commercial, Residential
416-694-9531 • 416-816-1630
Tonia Vuolo Interior Designer
COUNSELLING JOB STRESS? CAREER COUNSELLING
Martha Dove M.S.W. RSW
www.marthadove.com 416-691-4901 martha.dove@sympatico.ca
MASSAGE THERAPY Advanced Therapeutics (Since 1989)
Kevin Oates, R.M.T. & Assoc. Voted “Best Massage Therapist” - NOW Magazine
1398 Queen St. E. (east of Greenwood Ave.)
416-469-3879 (open 7 days)
416-522-5903 toniavuolo@me.com www.toniavuolodesigns.com NO JOB IS TOO SMALL OR TOO BIG
studio tangent architects contemporary new construction, additions, renovations open-minded 3D design process www.studiotangentarchitects.com info@studiotangentarchitects.com
416.420.4544
Graphic Design in the Beach Packaging, Corporate, Brochures, Leaflets, Web Design, Info-graphics. Whatever your Graphic Design needs, please call:
NORTH DESIGN STUDIO 647 972 7630 www.northdesignstudio.com
www.advancedtherapeutics.ca
BEACHES MASSAGE CENTRE Zabiullah Khaliqi, RMT Randy Groening, RMT
2212 Queen St. E. (at Spruce Hill)
architecture for growing families www.ngray.ca 416.778.4333
416-690-5185
www.advanced approachesmassage.com Su Willson, B.MUS, R.M.T. & ASSOC. 927 Kingston Rd. (W. of Vic Pk)
• Hours incl. evenings & Saturdays •
Voted “#1 Spa in Toronto” - Trip Advisor
416-694-6767
THERAPY LOUNGE
Gregory Patterson Architect BES, B. Arch, OAA
Architectural Design, Permits, & Project Management for Commercial & Residential Projects Practical, elegant, responsive design
416-886-2050
gregorypattersonarchitect@gmail.com
Megan Evans, RMT, CRHP & Associates
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Massage Therapy • Reflexology 2245 Queen St. East • 2nd floor • Open 7 days per week •
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www.therapylounge.ca
416-916-7122
URBAN CALM THERAPEUTICS Stephanie Gage, RMT Cami Rahman, RMT Caitlin McAulay, RMT 1789 Queen St. East, Unit 6
John H.
Jen Goddard, R.M.T.
Chiropractor
Neville Park Health Group 2455A Queen St. East
416-694-2868
647-352-3348 www.thetherapystudio.ca
Beaches Wellness Centre
416-698-3157
1906 Queen St. E. (1 block east of Woodbine)
Registered Massage Therapists Louise Abbott, RMT & Associates 138 Main St. (south of Gerrard) Open 7 days a week Free Parking • Accessible Book online
Dr. Johanna Carlo
416-698-5861
BJARNASON, D.C.
THE THERAPY STUDIO
416-690-6257
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Kingston Rd / Silverbirch
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OFFICE FOR RENT
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Deadline for September 6th issue is August 29th
929 Kingston Rd. 1200 sq.ft. $1390/mo + HST, 15% hydro, 15% gas
647-772-7897
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RIVERDALE HUB
Announcement
Miscellaneous
Rent our event & meeting spaces, yoga/dance studio, art gallery, offices, coworking space (desk rentals), community kitchen. Green-design building with gardens & cafe
After 34 years, Dr. Cathy Andrew wishes to announce the closing of her family medical practice, as of September 2016.
TRASH TRAILER
1326 Gerrard St. East www.riverdalehub.ca
Cosmetic and vein patients may continue to see Dr. Andrew at
Beaches Health Group 416-698-5861
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GRAND OPENING
August 1 Ann Barrow Paralegal Services st
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BEACHES FALLINGBROOK
VETERINARY CLINIC
1210 Kingston Rd. (Fallingbrook Rd./Kingston Rd.)
416-792-7421 Dr. Matt D.V.M. • Dr. Sam D.V.M. Physical Examination, Diagnostic Treatment Digital X-Ray, Lab work, Dentistry, Surgery
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416-465-6021
We haul trash to the dump. Garage and basement cleanouts, pickup large single items, and donation runs. Best prices. Call 416-302-3075 GREEN CYCLE EXPRESS (11)
Personal Care 1562 Queen St. E. (near Coxwell)
Perms for short hair - $28 Pensioner’s are welcome We do all types of hair
CLINE, Jennifer – a longtime Beach resident, and artist, a founding member of the Beach Guild of Fine Art and Beach Studio Tour participant; passed away July 27th, peacefully at Michael Garron Hospital (formerly Toronto East General). Jennifer was dearly loved and will be missed greatly by many. A celebration of life and interment will be private. A public celebration or gathering is planned for the near future. valerie.cline@gmail.com PLANTAGENET - In memory of Richard III, Last Plantagenet King of England, who died on August 22, 1485 defending his crown against the usurper, Henry Tudor. Loyaulte me lie. Richard III Society of Canada c/o 156 Drayton Ave. Toronto, ON M4C 3M2. Richardiii@cogeco.ca http://home.cogeco.ca/~richardiii Follow us on twitter @RichardIIICa (11)
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BARBER SHOP & HAIRSTYLING
Men’s Haircuts $13 • Children & Senior $10
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SPA SERVICES at The Therapy Studio
Facials, Reiki Indian Head Massage Botox & fillers AWT Cellulite Treatments 138 Main St. (South of Gerrard) (16)
Massage Promo: $30 1/2 hour • $50 full hour. Relaxing or deep tissue. 294 Main St., Suite 207 (Main Subway Station at Danforth) 416-6918717 (13)
Employment Opportunities Active Retirees who are pet lovers needed to provide visits and house checks.
416-439-5443
Cedarbrook Community Center
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Party Services Rent Tables, Chairs, Tents, Tablecloths and more! Call 416 400 9303 today for more information. PartyRentalsInToronto.com (15r)
Needed Wednesdays and Fridays, 7 hours per day. Submit resume to 350 Beech Ave. 416-694-1126 beachclinic@bellnet.ca
www.beachmetro.com
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650 Woodbine
Dazzling, completely renovated suites. Kitchens with granite counters & stainless steel appliances. Modern washrooms, dark-stained hardwood floors, beautiful window treatment. MUST BE SEEN! (r)
Featuring Bachelors, 1 & 2 Bedroom renovated suites.
416-699-7110 Vlad
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Kingston Rd / Silverbirch
2 BDRM APT + SUNROOM
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Queen/Silver Birch Shared backyard, parking. Laundry ensuite. Steps away from Queen St. E., boardwal k. Easy access to Gardiner & Lakeshore Blvd. $2,595 + utils
Randy 416-689-7366 www.viewit.ca\81545
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Woodbine & Danforth CLASSIC 4 BEDROOM HOME with 2 x 4 pc baths. Includes basement. Steps to Danforth, subway, shops, parks & schools. No pets, no smoking. $2,475/mo. + utils. Street parking. Available immediately.
416-461-2076
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Birchcliff Short-Term Rental (Sept - May) 3 BDRM BUNGALOW (11)
East end of Beach. Part-time assistance required for gentleman with mobility issues. Errands in Beach and vicinity, grocery shopping, driving to appointments. Help with organizing meals. Occasional trips beyond Beach area. Must have own car. 10 hours per week. Flexibility required. $16 per hour. Gerry Wood 416-698-4421 (12)
Commercial Space for Rent 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
Beach Suites
Spacious 3 Bedroom House
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Rails, mattress, tall boy, 2 dresser nightstands, one dresser with mirror. 3 yrs old. Willing to sell separately. Slate Bed. Asking $3500 for 5 pcs Barb 519-266-7416 BarbMckennan@rogers.com (11) Scooter: 3 wheel scooter for sale. (11) New batteries. 416-686-8248
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A/C, laundry, private drive, big yard, quiet street. Close to schools, subway and beach.
647-297-5770
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Upper Beach - Bright, large open concept two bedroom apartment located in the basement of a detached home. Stunning mature tree lined street. Completely renovated space with friendly neighbors. New bathroom, new hardwood floors, freshly painted wood burning fireplace, several above grade windows, private entrance, large rear patio deck. Laundry facilities. Close to all beach amenities. TTC. No smoking. $1200/ mo, all inclusive. Available November 1, 2016. Contact Paul 416-890-4644 (14) New Upper Beaches house for rent. 2 storey, 2 bedroom, 2+ bathrooms, finished basement, oak floors, full laundry, private yard. 416-691-6981 (11)
Household Services
MAN WITH PICK-UP TRUCK
REG’S APPLIANCE 416-691-6893
EXTRAVAGANZA YARD SALE Sat. & Sun., Aug. 27 & 28 2 - 3 p.m. 111 Silverbirch Ave.
Cheap to high end items. Antiques. New designer clothing (all sizes). Books (many subjects). (11)
•Fast friendly service for 30 years •CESA certified Repairs to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers, dishwashers
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JIM’S APPLIANCE SERVICE
Call 416-648-4410
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KLEEN WINDOWS
B&W DISPOSAL Backyard Basement Garage cleanups Rubbish Removal Small Demolitions Free Estimates
24 HRS 16’ Cube Van & Pick up Truck Service
Cleaning specialists •Windows •Eavestroughs •Decks •Siding 416-706-7130 905-706-7130 www.kleenwindows.ca
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ReFocused
Reorganization, Renovation and Relocation Let us help you improve your home (12)
TRASH TRAILER
We haul trash to the dump. Garage and basement cleanouts, pickup large single items, and donation runs. Best prices. Call 416-302-3075 GREEN CYCLE EXPRESS (11)
647-235-6690
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Pet Services CAT CARE SERVICE Veterinary Technician with 20 yrs experience provides excellent care - Home visits - Boarding in my home - Experienced in giving oral, I.V. and sub-Q medications - Nail trims - References
Call Candy at 416 691-3170
Computer Services
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BEACH PUPPY LOVE
- Providing loving care to beach pets since 2003 - Flexible scheduling - Dog walking, pet sitting, in home boarding - Bonded & Insured
www.beachpuppylove.com
416 389 9234
416-698-9000
Books wanted: art, photography, literature, aviation, military, poetry, sports, music, Canadiana, etc. Inno Dubelaar Books, 53 Dixon Ave. 416-694-1329 or 416-878-4319 inno. dubelaar@gmail.com (5/17)
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TRASH TRAILER
(w. of Midland)
Single items or complete estates Wanted: old silverware, china, glass, furniture, pottery, jewellery, watches, pictures, artworks, coins, curiosities etc. Call Terence: 416 466 1404 Fair market prices guaranteed! (r)
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Best Prices/Free Estimates
Vienna Upholstery
We buy! - We pay cash!
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EXPRESS JUNK REMOVAL
Home Decor
Wanted
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BLIND AMBITION Custom Window Coverings Drapes, Blinds, Valances Also Duvet Covers, Shams, etc.
(16r)
didyousaywalk.com
DOG WALKING
647-500-WALK
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For estimate call
647-899-9074
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SLIP-ON SLIPCOVERS & Soft Furnishings Slipons.ca Cynthia Lovat-Fraser 416-575-6113
Cleaning Services ULTRA
STEAM CLEANING LTD. CARPET, UPHOLSTERY RUG CLEANING
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TO SERVE AND RESPECT
BEST JOB & PRICE GUARANTEED
HOME OFFICE: Computer repair In-home/office, established professional, support service Serving Beach businesses since 1994 Service plans available
General Services
WAYNE’S
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- COMPLETE RECYCLING - DEMOLITION SPECIALISTS
416-264-1495 CELL 416-567-4019
CALL GLEN Affordable Certified IT Serving the beach for over 10 yrs
www.computer-assist.ca 416-801-6921 (14r)
COMPUTER SERVICES
Home office & Small business Hardware & Software Support Network and Security setup PC/Mac Support, Web Site Design 416-438-6360 www.atlasnetwork.ca (11)
Financial Services
WE CLEAN OUT YOUR JUNK NOT YOUR WALLET. ASK ABOUT OUR LOAD IT YOURSELF POLICY. SAVE MONEY. CALL MARY OR JOHN
416 690 0117 • 416 569 3236 (r)
SCARBOROUGH DISPOSAL LTD. WASTE REMOVAL & EXCAVATION SPECIALISTS Fast, Friendly, Reliable Service MOE licensed, Fully Insured WSIB certificates avail. upon request 4-40 yrd Roll-off container service 11 yd pick-up truck service Excavation & Bobcat Service
specialists, Strong on QuickBooks, Simply Accounting, “cloud computing”. A la carte services. Affordable rates. An(15r)
*Bonded*
*Insured*
EUROPEAN CLEAN THE HOUSE AND APARTMENT CLEANING COMPANY
Same day service guarantee Open from Mon. to Fri. 8 a.m. - 8 p.m. CALL FOR A FREE ESTIMATE
416-729-2077 cell
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RILEYS’ WINDOW CLEANING A family business since 1956
416 421-5758
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BEACHES LAWN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
LAWN CUTTING *(weekly, bi-weekly, and one time visits available)
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CLEVER DISPOSAL &
RUBBISH REMOVAL
Specializing in: Residential Demolition, Rubbish Removal, Garage, Basement & Yard Cleanups Driveway Friendly Rental Bins Available FULLY INSURED
416-624-3837
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rileyswindowcleaning.com
PROFESSIONAL, MATURE, RELIABLE RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS
Expert Bookkeeping, Small business
• Bio-degradable, non-allergenic products used • Drying time 3-4 hours • Bonded, insured, certified Free At Home Estimates!
Window & Eaves Cleaning Gutter Filter Installation
MR. FIX-IT
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HEALTHY HOME
Call 416-783-3434
WASTE REMOVAL
10+ years experience Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Painting, and Handy Work. Randall 416-450-0599 MRFIXIT@rogers.com
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416-265-7979
Business & Personal Income Tax Computer Bookkeeping & Accounting HELLARRA SERVICES INC. 1232 Kingston Rd., Suite 5 Toronto, ON M1N 1P3
416-567-3205
CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING
RUBBISH REMOVAL
416-HOME-126 (416-466-3126)
KSTS Computer Support (VISA/MC)
tonella 416-464-2766
416-820-1527
Call Bob 416-699-5306 cell 416-459-4137
Repairs to all major appliances, vacuums, and microwaves. Fast, friendly service. Good rates.
2358 Kingston Rd.
416-694-6241
For light moves/deliveries, cleanups, etc. • FIREWOOD Efficient. Best rates. Call Max
www.regsappliance.com
www.refocused.ca 647-267-0564
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Magnificent
647-772-7897
BEACH CLINIC P/T RECEPTIONIST
Sat. nights @ 7:30 p.m.
416-856-4774
+ living room over the store. Hardwood floors, 1200 sq. ft. 1200 sq.ft. $1400/mo, 15% hydro, 15% gas, 10% water (about $90/mo) Avail now or Sept. 1
Social Dance
91 East Park Blvd., Scarborough 50 and over; singles & couples welcome. $12 Light buffet
New professionally installed kitchens. Brand new elevator. Quiet private park setting. Very close to beach, shopping, public transit, all amenities.
485 Kingston Rd.
647-352-3348
Book online • Free Parking • Accessible
Social/Events
or
5 Pc Bedroom set, king size.
Next Deadline August 29th
1 Bedroom, newly reno’d suites from $1,399 incl. utils.
Luxurious Beach Suites
Wanted Full-time elderly/ Family caregiver for 100 yr. old lady, $13.76/hr. Located @ Markham/Ellesmere Rd., anticipated date Sept. 1, 2016. Email application w/ref. to bebe_galura@yahoo.ca (12)
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Harding & King
416-827-8095
Call 416-778-7175
Routes available throughout the Beach, Upper Beach, Danforth, Birchcliff STUDENTS EARN COMMUNITY SERVICE HOURS
LANDLORDS For Peace of Mind Call
1 Bdrm $1,325
Must be bondable, reliable and have car. 9:00 - 1:00 (p.m.)
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For Sale
Garage Sale
@ 191 Kenilworth
WILKINSON
www.thetherapystudio.ca
Large one bedroom, shared bath with one woman, light breakfast. $85/night, parking available. Photos available. lovatfraserc@gmail.com (11) 416-575-6113
BEST IN THE BEACH
416-466-3766
Te l : 6 4 7- 3 4 9 - 4 0 1 5
Apartment/ Home for Rent
Call now 416-699-9714 x8 www.hardingandking.com
1048 Kingston Rd. (at Victoria Park Ave.)
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R.E. Services Inc. Brokerage We make owning real estate & being a Landlord painless, easy & profitable.
Chalet Beauty Bar
Best accomodations in the Beach * kitchen * fireplace * parking * wi/fi 5 Star reviews *(3 night minimum!)*
416-420-8696
Salon on Kingston Road
(includes HST)
Bed & Breakfast
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EUROPEAN CLEANING LADIES
offer complete and thorough cleaning service for your house • office • condo Call Ilona 416-427-3815 (11.)
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EXPERIENCED CLEANING LADY Weekly • Bi-weekly • One time cleaning Reliable & efficient
Contact Irena
416-825-9705
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
CANADIAN TREE CARE
Child Care Available
LeRoux Froebel Bilingual School
DEANNA CLEANS
•18 months to 12 years •Preschool daycare & after school program 72 Main St.
Houses, Apartments, Offices
www.lerouxfroebel.com
416 931 8222
BALMY BEACH COMMUNITY DAY CARE
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d.cleans@yahoo.ca
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All Day Cleaning Special for first-time clients. For your home/condo/office. Reliable, trustworthy, efficient cleaning service.
416-698-1923
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We provide a positive, encouraging environment for children 2 1/2 yrs to 12 yrs in a licensed, non-profit, parent-board day care. Info. or to register
Marlene 416-698-5668
For more info, call Beata at
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DAY CARE CONNECTION LICENSED, NON-PROFIT HOME CHILD CARE
Kellies Green Clean Home Services
Call 416-698-0750
Have you seen your floors lately?
THE CLEANING SERVICES OF STEVEN PICTON Personalized Residential Housekeeping 30 yrs. experience. References
647 980 4973
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EAST TORONTO VILLAGE
CHILDREN’S CENTRE A licensed non-profit child care ser ving the Upper Beach for 31 years. w w w. E a s t To r o n t o V i l l a g e . c o m THE BEST THERE IS! (r)
FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE FOR ADULTS WITH CHILDREN
B I R T H TO S I X Y E A R S
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DELUXE
WINDOW CLEANING Windows - Eaves Painting and more... Call 647-829-5965 Free quotes
Nurturing, supportive care, flexible hours. Early Childhood Education Specialists to answer your questions.
See our ad on page 13
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Experienced Cleaning lady available to clean house, apartment, condo, office and clean up after party. references available upon request. Please call 647-855-8424 (11)
• PLAYROOM • CHILDCARE REGISTRY • • LIBRARY • DROP-IN BABY TIME IS TUES & THURS AT 1:30 PM WORKSHOPS EVERY 2ND THURSDAY
184 MAIN ST. across from Ted Reeve Arena
416-690-0102
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Home Daycare Loving, caring, reliable, close to Library, Parks - Drop-in centre, Beach Rec Centre, daily outings, reading, crafts. Over 20 years experience. Excellent references. 416-693-5272 (14)
Bach to ROCK
NEED A NANNY? I am a loving, caring, reliable, punctual and honest person with a fun-loving and energetic attitude. I offer over 25 years of professional experience and expertise with children ranging from 3 months to 12 years old. I have excellent references. Avail. F/T, P/T, Shared or Weekends Marzieh 416-391-2798 m.afrozb@gmail.com (12)
Scarboro Music
Loving mom provides Home Daycare
Music We teach it all!
FAY’S DAYCARE
Kingston Rd/Vic Park
416-699-8333
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PIANO TUNING REPAIRS AND
APPRAISALS
416-699-3772
19 years experience working with children. Daily activities, crafts, outings to drop-in and community. Fenced in large backyard. Adam Beck school area. Healthy meal and snacks.
416 -660-7583
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FUN PIANO LESSONS
in the Beaches Learn from a highly experienced teacher and professional entertainer! Brad Alexander www.alexandermusic.ca 416 219-1271 (11)
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Someone to take your child to school & return them.
Mature, responsible woman can take your child to school/ daycare and bring them home again. Can also prepare meals.
Call: 416-839-5039
Landscaping solutions to customize your space.
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www.scotstonecontracting.com Call Scott 416.858.2452 (11)
IN THE BEACH LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SPECIALISTS
Victoria Gardening Hedge Trimming Clean Up Mulch, Sod, etc.
647 766 7875 John
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• garden cleanup & maintenace • garden renovation & transformation • plants, trees, stone, wood, metal • free consultation
• Weekly & Bi-Weekly Lawn Cutting • Spring Clean-ups • Fertilization & Aeration • Hedge Trimming & Pruning • Seeding & Sodding (16) 647-210-LAWN (5296)
STONESCAPE 25 yrs experience
Interlocking Stone • Planters Retaining Walls • Steps • Fences Decks • Sodding
cindy 416 574 6686
• SERVING THE COMMUNITY SINCE 1976 •
daycareconnection.net
Toronto: 416-434-3209 London: 519-636-9222 cdntreecare@hotmail.com
Scotstone
Traditional stone walls, steps, interlocking paths, patios & decks.
urban garden girl
416.233.6462 or 647-550-4043 cleancomfortservices.com (14r)
Cleaning services for Lower Beach residents Kids lunches & dog walking too A clean home is a happy home Kellie’s Cell 647 761 0266 kelliegreenis@gmail.com (12r)
Tree & Shrub: shaping, thinning, pruning, planting Deadwood or Complete Removal Storm Damage, Dangerous Limbs
416-821-4065
urbangardengirl@bell.net
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Hilly Bee
rickscape@hotmail.com
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IDEAL
647-222-4277 hillybeeug@gmail.com
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ALL LAWN AND GARDEN Excellent pruning of hedges, shrubs & small trees. Lawn seeding, reel mowing, planting, weeding, butterfly gardens. Interlock relevelling. Basic carpentry. Raised beds, organic soil. Downspout disconnecting. Energetic & environmentally friendly!
Greg 416-693-8678 www.carbontip-toe.com
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Karen for the Garden
Garden clean-ups, planting, pruning, weeding and ongoing maintenance. Call Karen or Lisa 416 691 5978 karenforthegarden@primus.ca (11)
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WRITTEN IN STONE Retaining Walls • Planting Interlocking & Natural Stone Repair
dave@writteninstonelandscapes.com 647-545-9561 (11)
urban garden girl • garden cleanup & maintenace • garden renovation & transformation • plants, trees, stone, wood, metal • free consultation
cindy 416 574 6686
urbangardengirl@bell.net
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Movers
Green Apple Landscaping
“Always on Time and on Budget”
• Small and Big Moves • All Kinds of Delivery Services incl. cottage country • Junk and Rubbish Removal
Award Winning Design & Build
25 years Experience High Quality • On Schedule One-of-a-Kind Outdoor Living Spaces
416-288-1499
www.greenapple.ca
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Call Hakan: 416
A.S.M. MOVERS
Green Apple Landscaping
REASONABLE RATES
Local. Taking care of your possessions.
Front yard parking pads Drawings • Permits • Build 416-288-1499 www.greenapple.ca
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All Season Movers
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HELP WITH MATH & ENGLISH
BEACH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE
KIM PRICE
WE MOVE FOR LESS!
Creating Award Winning Gardens
416-999-MOVE (6683)
THE STUDY STUDIO Proven success with thousands of Beach area students for 15 years
1226 Kingston Road 416-690-6116 www.thestudystudio.com Specialized programs for grades 3-12 and beyond in all subjects. Andrew English B.Ed. (14r)
Head Start Tutors
One on One Tutoring Grades 3-12 Conveniently located in the Vic Park South Physiotherapy Clinic/Henley Gardens www.headstarttutors-ca.com headstarttutors@rogers.com 416-272-9589 Proudly serving the Beach for over twenty years. Neil Bennett B.Ed./OCT Sally Vickers B.Ed./OCT
(11r)
Next Deadline August 29th
info@blpm.ca
416-467-6059 (r)
Landscape Design 647-545-5143
• Design and Construction •
www.kimpricelandscapedesign.com
LAWN CUTTING
*(weekly, bi-weekly, and one time visits available)
416-414-5883 info@blpm.ca
LANDSCAPE • DESIGN & BUILD
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GREENSTONE LANDSCAPES
Serving the Beach For 20 Years! • Specializing in Interlock, Retaining Walls • All Natural Stone Work, Decks, Fences • Sodding, Planting,Water Features, Lighting, Etc. HARRY
416-699-8575
(13)
Neighborhood Gardening Services
BEACH PROPERTY
Seasonal yard cleanup, Planting, pruning, fertilizing Woodland garden design Any reasonable request Security Approved Contact: Tim Conway 647-828-2468
-Lawn Cutting / Care -Property Clean Ups -Eavestrough Cleaning -Hedge Trimming
Unbelievably Affordable
EXCLUSIVE LAWN & LANDSCAPE
info@blpm.ca
416 822 6309
- will do small moving jobs - local or long distance - removal & pick up of various items
FRANZ’S PAINTING
Experienced. Reliable. Professional Work Guaranteed. Drywall Repairs. Competitive Rates. Beach Resident. (11r)
Beach resident with over 30 years exp Interior / Exterior Work Proper Drywall & Plaster Repairs No job too big or small Have the job done right the first time. Referrals & Free Estimates
(12)
‘As Promised’ Painting *** Free Estimates *** We stand by our contracts, big or small. Also do Drywall and Plaster Repairs and more
Call Andre 416-422-4864
(9/17)
PROFESSIONAL PAINTER Richard Durocher Interior & Exterior Small to Mid-size jobs
Accurate work & reasonable rates Watch our videos at
www.BestWayToMove.com (12r)
MEN* *MOVE * Single Items too! * $29 / hr. + 1 hr. & up 1 man $39/hr 2-$49 • 3-$65 • 4-$85 7 days Dan 647-763-5257
(12r)
STUDIO 1
416-830-8183
(11)
Working Man’s Prices!
ABBA MOVING & STORAGE FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED OVER 49 YRS. HOMES•OFFICES~LICENSED•INSURED YOUR VAN LINE ALTERNATIVE VISA•MC•AMEX•DISCOVER
416-858-6683
(13)
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www.abbamovers.ca
(7/17)
(r)
NEIGHBOURHOOD PLUMBING
Beach resident for 50 years. Discount for seniors and single parent. Lic. Master Plumber • Free estimates Patrick 647-404-7139 www.neighbourhoodplumbing.ca (7/17)
TOM DAY
Plumbing & Drains All types of plumbing work. Smallest leak - complete bath reno. Internal & external drain excavating. Call the professionals 416-480-0622 24 hr. - lic# P1624
(6/17)
Cascade Plumbing GTA All Plumbing, camera inspection, power washing, snake drain cleaning, sump pumps, drainage systems, and back water valve installations. Great affordable rates. Fully licensed.
INSTALLATION RESTORATION INVISIBLE REPAIRS Rod 416-766-4066 see roderickdunn.com
ATLANTIS PLUMBING
& DRAINS Dishwasher & Gas Repairs Heating, Boilers & Radiator Repairs Reno, Repairs - LICENSED (11)
MASTER PLUMBER
PLUMBER CONTRACTOR Fully licensed & insured. Lic #T94
George: 416-278-7057 or Gabston Reno: 647-342-2872 (13r)
NEED A PLUMBER Toilets • Faucets Leaks • Drains Very affordable All work guaranteed 416-558-8453
(12)
BEACH HILL
PAINTING
(12r)
Electricians LOCAL ELECTRICIAN
INTERIOR, EXTERIOR QUALITY PAINTING; KITCHEN CABINET REFINISHING & CUSTOM PAINT; STAINING & WATER PROOFING, DECKS & FENCES
BEACHCOMBERS PAINTING PROMO SUMMER SPECIAL
(11.)
NEW BRIGHT PAINTING
Fault Finding Knob & Tube Rewiring Service upgrades Insurance certificates
GREEN ISLE ELECTRIC
DECLAN O’MEARA 416-698-6183 CELL 416-875-5781 ESA LIC# 7002668
(14)
CEJA ELECTRIC ECRA/ESA LIC#7001069
Knob & tube rewiring Service Upgrades free estimates
*Ask For Photo I.D.*
CARL 647-787-5818
(r)
NO MESS, NO FUSS, JUST SUPERIOR WORKMANSHIP, Fully Insured Member BBB • Beach Resident
CLAYTON ELECTRIC
newbrightpainting@gmail.com
FREE ESTIMATES 15% less best price guaranteed Work done by Andrew Clayton
SEAN AT 416-985-8639
Proud To Have Served Our Community For Over 50 Years Specializing in Service Upgrades and Knob & Tube Wiring Metro Lic. # E-594 / ACP # M-R1507
(11)
HUGO’S PAINTING 25 yrs. experience Residential interior & exterior Call Hugo 416-824-2957 Free Estimates
hugos_painting@hotmail.com (11)
Mobile: 416-834-8474 Office: 416-757-6537
416-265-4558 Cell 416-727-1595
HARM’S PAINTING
416-910-6302
(19)
MET LIC P18238, BBB A+, WSIB Master Plumber: Franc Zamernik
Contact us at 416 602 2128 (13r)
Call for free estimate.
2 Men + Truck $49/hr Office • Apt. Deliveries
- Decks - Fences - Retaining Walls - Repairs - All Stone Work
(13)
MAN WITH CARGO VAN
CARTAGE & STORAGE
EXCLUSIVE LAWN & LANDSCAPE
- Spring & Fall Clean-ups - Lawn Cutting - Fertilizing - Seeding - Sodding - Aeration
416 822 6309
MAINTENANCE
416-414-
(11)
Free Estimates & References Available (19)
dave@beachhillpainting.com (19)
Garden & Tree
416-414-5883
416.797.6731
proway.painting@gmail.com
25 years • Free estimates
416-690-1356
Professional Quality Service Repairs-Renovations-Installations
www.ontariowaterplumbing.com
Dave 416 694 4369
Tutoring
INDIV/GRP TUITION IN YOUR HOME QUALIFIED + EXPERIENCED TEACHER, K-12 PROVEN SUCCESS - REFS AVAILABLE (12r)
Interior • Exterior Residential • Commercial Plastering • Drywall
42 yrs
www.stonehengedesignbuild.com
-Lawn Cutting / Care -Property Clean Ups -Eavestrough Cleaning -Hedge Trimming
PAINTING & DECORATING
WALLPAPER
STONEHENGE
• new term catch-up • • in-depth homework/test help • • essay-writing + study skills • • numeracy + literacy support •
(r)
No job too small for all your repair and painting needs (20)
Landscapers
(r)
LTD
PROWAY
Dianne 416 699 5070
416 691-3555
ONTARIO WATER PLUMBING
416-694-2470
(11)
Balmy Beach / St. Denis School Before and After School Care in my home. Snacks, crafts and homework supervision. 20 years experience, great references and receipts. Adrianne 647(12) 289-7776
call ALBERTO 416 690 9389 for
416-690-3890
sales@larryspainting.ca www.larryspainting.ca
Steve 647-853-6420
Driveways • Patios • Steps
Small Repairs to complete houses Renovations 50 years in the Beach
647 401 7970
- Clean Up - Trimming - Seeding, planting, etc.
437-345-9858
416-439-6639
Family owned & operated 26 years in business
SERENITY PAINTING
LAWN MAINTENANCE COMPLETE LANDSCAPING • CLEANUPS SPRING & FALL • FULLY LICENSED AND INSURED • DISCOUNT FOR SENIORS
Design. Installation. Maintenance. Clean Up.
Larry’s Painting & Repairs
Call Franz 416-690-8722
LANDSCAPING
Urban Gardens
BEACH PLUMBING
Painters
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Paulo’s Painting: Interior/exterior; quality painting; custom house painting; stain finishes. 10 years experience. Free estimates. Call Paulo at 416-854-4360 info@ paulospainting.com www.paulo(22) spainting.com
416-690-1630
(r)
MURPHY
ELECTRIC ECRA/ESA#7004508
Knob & tube • No job too small
416-690-0173 Cell 416-529-5426
(11)
MASTER ELECTRICIAN
COMPLETE ELECTRICAL SERVICES RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL
416-833-3006
Plumbers
Big or small we do them all
MIKE PARKER PLUMBING
MASTER ELECTRICIAN
VISA / MC / AMERICAN EXPRESS Lic: 7006786
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR
Plumbing • Heating • Drains Renovation, Repair & Installation
690-8533 Lic. #P-15099
(15)
(r)
Fully licensed & insured. ECRA/ESA #7008706
George: 416-278-7057 or Gabston Reno: 647-342-2872 (13r)
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
MBX ELECTRIC LTD. Master Electrician Lic. ESA ECRA #7000314
POWER
GENERAL CONTRACTING
Roofing Flats • Shingles Siding • Fascia Soffit Eavestrough • Skylights & much more
Residential • Commercial - Knob & Tube Wiring - Service Panel Upgrades - Renovations & Alterations
Call Marc 416-910-1235
KEW BEACH
(12r)
Electrical
COMPANY
PANEL & SERVICE UPGRADE TROUBLESHOOTING & WIRING ANY KIND OF SMALL OR BIG JOB. REASONABLE PRICE
Call: 416.939.7833
Serving the Beach 25 years Metro Lic 416-694-7402
(11)
COXWELL ROOFING
Flooring Installer All Types: Ceramics • Natural Stones Vinyl • Cork Hardwoods • Laminates Floating and Plank
Flat Roofs & Shingles Aluminum Siding ~ Fascia & Soffit Eavestrough Cleaned & Replaced Tuck Pointing & Much More Free Estimates • Metro Lic. B17416
Lic# 7009221
(3)
416-694-7497 ~ 416-423-4245
(r)
ROOFING & SIDING? SOLUTION!
Carpenters
Flat and Shingle Roofs Re-roofing, Repair Eavestrough, Soffit & Fascia Workmanship Guaranteed
ROBINSON CARPENTRY
Gus:
Quality Craftsmanship with Attention to Detail Local Carpenter Serving
416-910-8033
Licensed/Insured On Time/On Budget (r)
Built-in-Cabinets •home entertainment centres •home offices •bookcases, fireplace surrounds •utilize your space with built-in storage units
(11...)
SHINGLES • REPAIRS FLATS roofingsystemsplus.ca 416-857-0730 Free estimate (15)
ROOFING REPAIRS
Bill Watson 647-283-0095
Call/text: 647-206-3376
(12)
Andrew, the Roofer
REX NORMAN CARPENTRY
“Oftentimes, a repair is all you need.” (11.)
Master of Carpentry specializing in interior & exterior finishing, decks, stairs, windows, doors, railings, book shelving, feature walls and much more. Putting quality first.
Call Rex 416-889-1963 rexn@rogers.com
BERGERON ROOFING
(19)
416-466-9025
Accomplished Finish Carpenter 25 yrs exp
(15)
CANADIAN CONTRACTORS
CABINETRY, BUILT-INS INT/EXT TRIM & STAIRCASES PORCHES, DECKS, FENCES
Glenn 416 837 9298
(11.)
DECKS•FENCES DESIGN • BUILD LANDSCAPE SERVICES DRAWING AVAILABLE
416-690-1315
(11)
GALAXY
KITCHENS BUILT-INS WALL UNITS - BOOK CASES
Call Vince: workshop 416-285-9895 cell 416-399-2342
www.galaxywood.ca
Shingles • Flats Roof Repairs • Metal Work Eavestroughing & Siding Waterproofing • Since 1984 Met. Lic. B-16-964
Steve 416-285-0440
(16)
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MARK & JEREMY
Shingles • Flats • Cedar Free Estimates Residential & Commercial Tel: 416-752-6453 Cell: 416-788-9020 Lic# B16393
ALL TYPES OF ROOFING SHINGLES + FLATS EAVESTROUGH + SIDING BATHROOM + KITCHEN RENO’S FENCES + DECKS
Cable & Telephone Wiring Telephone Systems
Alan Burke 416-699-4350
STONEHENGE FOUNDATION REPAIR WATERPROOFING
416-467-6735
647-961-4440 (12)
Next Deadline August 29th
Queen St. Roofing
• Shingle and Flat Roofing Repairs • Install Downpipes • Eavestrough cleaning For a Free Estimate ask for Lawrence (13r)
Underpinning Specialists “Reclaim Your Basement”
(r)
LANIGAN’S CONTRACTING CO.
-Flat Roofs-Shingles-Eavestrough Toronto Fire/Police References An Honest Family Service
Tel. 416-569-2181
(r)
THOSE ROOFERS Don’t call them, call those roofers ALL TYPES OF ROOFS
MASONRY
SERVICES “No Job Too Small”
•CARPENTRY •PLUMBING •ELECTRICAL •PAINTING •STAINING •DRYWALL REPAIR •PARGING •DECK & FENCE REPAIR •MINOR REPAIRS
Marc 416-617-7205
(r)
GODFREY RENOVATIONS & REPAIRS LTD.
ED GODFREY
(r)
CITY WIDE ROOFING
416-690-1430 • 416-266-8953 quotes@citywideroofing.ca www.citywideroofing.ca (19)
416-264-8517
(r)
WET BASEMENT ? Foundation Repair/Waterproofing Metro lic #B531 • All Work Guaranteed • Free Estimates
416-694-2488 www.totalrenovations.com
Drywall, Plastering, Taping 15 yrs Experience • Excellent Job Call Mike 416-854-7024 647 833 7024 Fax 647-341-6104
(r)
www.webuildit.ca Serving Your Community Since 1971
(r)
www.jdbuild.ca
416-738-2119
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Air Conditioning & Heating Experts HVAC / Repair / Maintain / Install Residential / Commercial Rental programs now available
416-606-4719
www.scotstonecontracting.com scotstonecontracting@gmail.com Licensed masonry contractor
Call Scott 416.858.2452
(11)
JACK OF ALL TRADES Handyman Services No Job Too Small Carpentry / Drywall Painting, specializing in decks & fences
416-278-5328
(11..)
JOHN CLARKE
Cell 416 434-2762 Painting - Basement Renos Plaster & Stucco • Interior & Exterior Small Renovation Jobs & Indoor/ Outdoor Spray Painting 35 Yrs Exp • Refs upon request (11) Free Estimates
WATERPROOFING CASCADE COMPANY
Keep your basement dry. Interior & exterior waterproofing. We offer low rates. Free estimates. Contact Paul 416 602 2128 (13)
416 686 9305
www.trevorfernandez.zenfolio.com Reno Coaching, Interior Design, Landscape Design (11)
TRASH TRAILER
We haul trash to the dump. Garage and basement cleanouts, pickup large single items, and donation runs. Best prices. Call 416-302-3075 GREEN CYCLE EXPRESS (11)
JASON THE MASON
TUCKPOINTING • CHIMNEYS CONCRETE WORK WINDOW CUTOUTS • WATERPROOFING & REGISTERED & INSURED 416-580-4126 cell (1/17)
Creative Construction
We can handle all your renovation needs. Additions, Basements, Painting, Plumbing, Flooring, Electrical, Etc.
PropertyPlus416@gmail.com Stress Free Estimates (12)
owner/operator
Call Chris
416 - 903 4120
Sam Capetano
extra words 35¢ each
(11..).
A & R RENOVATION Basement finishing Bathroom & Kitchen remodelling Homestar top rated www.ar-renovation.com Free estimate
(11r)
TILE + STONE
• Waterproofed showers & saunas • Tile leveling system (floors & walls) • Counters, islands & vanities • All work done custom on-site! (11.)
Kitchens - Bathrooms Basements - Doors, Windows Garages - Fences, Decks For all your reno needs, no job too small. Metro lic
416 694-7402
SERVICES
(14r)
Call 416-698-1164 x 22 or email
(11)
classifieds@beachmetro.com
RENOVATIONS • Basement - Garage • Kitchen - Bathroom • Fences - Decks - Windows • Painting - Drywall • Plumbing, back flows
416 917 5990
(r)
CJ DRYWALL & PAINTING Professional drywall and plaster work. Renovation and Repair. Very clean. No job too small.
Call C.J. 647 222 5338
(16)
SMART HEATING
HEY HANDYMAN
$17.50
(up to 40 words)
416-662-4450
GENERAL CONTRACTING
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OR
for 1 column x 1” box
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Call 416 876-4986 (11)
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WEBSTER FOUNDATION REPAIR 647-235-6690 Lic & Ins (12)
& AIR CONDITIONING • AC cleaning & start up • Service, maintenance, repair • New equipment installation • Ductless AC installation • Licensed & Insured
(416) 871-4608
www.smartgta.com
(15)
Story idea? News tip? Something you think we should know about? We want to hear from you. Call us at 416-698-1164 or find us at: Connect with us! beachmetro.com
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INTERIOR DESIGN & RENO SOLUTIONS
(11r)
JUST DRYWALL + TAPING
Call today for free estimate
647-771-0227 jeff@heyhandyman.ca www.heyhandyman.ca
416-200-6300
Underpinning Foundation Repair Drains, New/Repair
Competitive prices • Satisfaction guaranteed
647-967-7366
www.WINTACO.com
WET BASEMENT EXPERTS
PLS Masonry offers over 20 years home repairs experience in the GTA
416-999-2333
Repairing & matching existing brick, Tuckpointing or new builds. Natural stone. Chimneys, Fireplaces, Foundations
Construction/Renovation Experts Maximizing Potential Kyle McKeever 647 880 0958
Restoration & Build
www.canpromechanicalgroup.com
FLOORING SPECIALIZING IN SANDING & STAINING
416 660 4721
(11)
Property-Plus
• Brick / Foundation • Concrete / Stone • Chimney & Parging
CANPRO MECHANICAL
Painting, tiling, fencing, drywall, flooring, siding, vanities & much more.
416-659-7003
FLOORS
TOTAL RENOVATIONS INC.
15 yrs exp No job too small! Free Quotes, satisfaction guaranteed - Lic & Ins
FAIRNEY & SONS LTD.
HARDWOOD
• FOUNDATIONS • LOAD-BEARING WALL REMOVALS • BASEMENT LOWERING - UNDERPINNING • ADDITIONS & RENOVATIONS
CHIMNEY REPAIRS • TUCKPOINTING BRICKWORK • PARGING CONCRETE • INTERLOCKING
HANDYMAN
•NO JOB TOO SMALL• Metro Lic. #B9948
Doug 416-871-1734 Jeff 647-686-8103
For all your roofing needs In the Beaches since 1974 FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED
(r)
Marc 416 419 4281
marcangelointeriors@hotmail.com
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HOME STRUCTURE SPECIALIST
by Jim Ferrio ODD JOBS PLUS “Seniors never pay tax” Call Jim for a free estimate
Complete Kitchen, bathroom & basement. Interior/Exterior Painting & Carpentry. Doors, Windows, Siding, Fences, Decks, Patios
- Shingles & Flats- Repair & Tune ups - Cedar & Slate - Re-roofs & new work Lic - Insured • Free Estimate
416-691-8693
(12r)
CHIMNEYS - REPAIRS OR NEW BRICK, BLOCK, STONE WORK TUCKPOINTING, COLOUR MATCHING CONCRETE WORK - REPAIRS OR NEW BASEMENT WALKOUTS 416-463-9331 (r)
QUALITY HOME IMPROVEMENTS & RENOVATIONS
Mark Denington
416-558-8453
JDB MASONRY
Give your floors a new beginning!!! (12) Free Estimates
• CARPENTRY / TRIM • DRYWALL PATCHING • SMALL JOB SPECIALIST “Serving the Beach Since 1980”
All work guaranteed. 25 years experience Free estimates
Basement Lowering
Sanding, Staining, Refinishing, Repairs & Installations. Quality workmanship for excellent rates.
GNOMEWORKS
porcelain. marble . limestone . glass . ceramics
(14r)
Hardwood Flooring
Trades
TILE INSTALLATION
MANUEL 416-727-1900
416-375-5191
Roofers
(r)
(r)
JIM 647 405 8457 416 691 8457
General Contracting specializing in DOOR & TRIM INSTALLATION
asement
www.stonehengefoundations.com
www.basementlowering.com 416-494-3999
Drywall, Taping Trim, Tiles, Painting
Scotstone
416-917-5990
MR.
MARCANGELO INTERIORS
Quality Stone Masonry & Brickwork
All about wooden floors Serving Toronto since 1981
SILVERBIRCH
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CONCRETE WORK L B
(r)
HARDWOOD
No Job too big or small 30 yrs experience; licensed & insured
647-967-7366
(r)
Stucco • Moulding Wall Systems
BALMY BEACH CONTRACTING
647-712-7663
MarkAlford6853@gmail.com
Gord Walker 416-694-2119
YOUR STUCCO
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Flooring, Tile, Carpentry, drywall, paint, mud & tape. all types of small & large renos
owering
Architectural Design-Build
J. BROW ROOFING
CUSTOM WOODWORKING
416-698-2613
Shingle & Flat Specializing in Flat Roofs All Work Guaranteed 35 yrs. experience
G. LOCKE
Met. Lic. B-8357
*60+ years Experience*
Benching-Underpinning Waterproofing Inside/Outside New Drains
Residential, Commercial, Retail, Home Offices Senior Rates
ROOFING SYSTEMS PLUS
The Beach For 35 Yrs. Clyde Robinson 416 691 8241 www.robinsoncarpentry.com
Innerspace
TOTAL INTERIOR RENOVATIONS Specializing in: Kitchen Design • Bathrooms Carpentry • Drywall • Floorings Basement Apartments Decks & Fences Met. Lic. Gord Walker B-8357 416-694-2119 (r)
BEACH METRO NEWS
@beachmetronews
/BeachMetroNews
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BEACH METRO NEWS
Tuesday, August 23, 2016
LET’S GET DECKED OUT!
LOCAL AND FAMILY OWNED
2x6 CEDAR DECKING
starting at just $1.19 ft
5/4x6 AZEK ACACIA DECKING Regularly $6.69 ft
Now only $4.99 ft
5/4x6 PEBBLE GREY TREX DECKING $2.88 ft
416.686.9618
5/4x6 EXOTIC IPE DECKING starting at $2.79 ft
Hunt Club Bungalow
5/4x5 CEDAR DECKING
$0.89 ft
Move in, renovate or rebuild! A fantastic opportunity in the much sought after Hunt Club neighbourhood. This 2 bedroom solid brick bungalow features a 35' frontage in a family friendly environment. Easy access to public transport, shopping and schools.
DANFORTH LUMBER Danforth Ave.
DANFORTH LUMBER
Victoria Park Ave.
Dawes
Main St.
Rd .
www.DanforthLumberHBC.com
Gerrard St. E.
25 DAWES RD.
(416)
699-9393
$899,000 Spacious Apartment
Retail Opportunity
South of Queen
Beautifully renovated 2 bedroom apartment in a great location! Spacious and bright with gas fireplace. Second floor loft space walks out to huge rooftop patio! Ensuite laundry, easy access to TTC and a short stroll to Queen Street East.
This is your opportunity for a retail space or professional offices in the perfect location, new businesses in the area include, coffee shops, pets stores and doctors offices. Lots of flexibility with regards to leasehold improvements.
Newly renovated 2 bedroom main floor suite with verandah. New hardwood floors throughout, great modern kitchen, shared laundry and parking for one. Wonderful location with easy access to all the Beach has to offer. 15 minutes to downtown.
$2,400 per month
Call us for more details
$2,350 per month
KEN GRIEVE What is the best sign in Real Estate?
A “SOLD” sign! Call Ken today if you are looking for the same results.
Meet The Team! Josephine Chan
KenGrieve@royallepage.ca Royal LePage Estate Realty
Josephine's mission is to be your agent of choice long into the future by offering a service you are unable to find anywhere else. Having mastered disciplines as complex as classical piano to a professional level and Bikram Yoga, Josephine has turned that dedication and commitment to her clients. Not only providing a real estate experience that is second to none, but a service so essential and intuitive that Josephine is said by her clients that she consistently achieves results for them that more than pay for themselves. In her down time Josephine runs on the Boardwalk or works on various marketing initiatives.
1052 Kingston Rd.
416-587-7522
2014
WANTED!
Always here for you! Direct: 416.606.4663 | Email: mail@cristina.ca
Up to $1,500,000 A spacious 4 bedroom traditional Beach style home in the prime beach with at least one car parking. This established Beach family is ready to sell their gorgeous renovated semi with a detached garage once we find them their next home.
Up to $1,600,000
Up to $1,900,000
A renovated 3 bedroom home, prefer detached however would consider a semi, in the Beach or Upper Beach with one car parking. This family is down sizing from a large & stunning newer construction four bedroom home as soon as they find a great alternative.
A spacious 4 bedroom home needing little renovating is just fine two car parking is preferred and it must be detached. This Beach family will sell their totally renovated brick semi detached as soon as we find them their dream home.
CALL 416.686.9618