Beach Metro News November 29, 2016 by Beach Metro News

Volume 46 No. 18

November 29, 2016

Tree lot move explained By Anna Killen

WHILE SOME in the Beach are crying “Grinch!” at the relocation of the Beaches Lions Christmas tree lot from Kew Gardens to Woodbine Beach, city officials stand by the decision, noting that the move signifies a new way of doing business in Kew Gardens. That new way means commercial business will be strongly discouraged in the Queen Street East park, with the newly refurbished grounds instead acting as a place that is open to the public at all times with opportunities for nonprofit groups to apply to host small, local events in the park. “We really don’t want any commercial permits at any point in that area,” said James Dann, City of Toronto’s waterfront parks manager. The Lions Christmas Tree Sale, a fixture at Kew Gardens for 25 years

that acts as a fundraiser but also as a commercial operation, does not fit parks management’s intention for the park, explained Dann. “We just spent a substantial amount of money making sure that area was completely refurbished and we want it open to the public all of the time,” he said. It also does not fit with the city’s intention to maintain the grounds and keep trucks and vehicles off of the new cobblestones, away from the cenotaph, and out of parks in general, he said. Loading and unloading trucks and having them on the park grounds is a major part of the tree lot’s operation. “We’ve had issues in the past with trucks being right on the hard surface in Kew Gardens, which was just destroying the existing slate that was there,” he said.

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Jumping for joy The Beach Cheer Athletic team show off their moves during Community Centre 55’s annual Christmas parade. For more photos of the parade, see Page 12 and 13.

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East End elves learn about life’s necessities - and give back By Lara O’Keefe

MOTHER AND daughter duo Katharina and Angelina Tropper are on a mission to spread the joy this holiday season. Their tool of choice? The Care Gift Elves, an initiative started by Katharina this year with the goal of providing children the opportunity to give back to the community and make a difference by helping those in need. The “elves” collect donations and then carefully put together gift boxes filled with toiletries, sweets, toys, and warm clothing among other items. This year they will be giving all donations to The Red Door Family Shelter, a service that provides shelter to families in crisis and helps them to establish a stable life beyond the shelter.

The idea came to Katharina earlier this year when Angelina, 9, began repeatedly asking for a cell phone. “We started talking about things that are necessities in life and things that are not and you know,

there are some kids in her present school that are in the Red Door [Family] Shelter so I said let’s find a way to volunteer together at the shelter,” said Katharina. Unfortunately, they discovered the shelter does not allow volun-

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The Care Gift Elves: Isabel Birett, Kala Crawford, Sophie Chanzy, Angelina Tropper, and Georgian Russell.

teers under the age of 15 but that detail wasn’t going to stop the Tropper’s from finding another way to help. They brainstormed and came up with a plan to put together packages for the families in the shelter. “Since I couldn’t volunteer, my mother and [I] had this idea where we can basically do like a little group and still help the shelter in a way that my friends can help too,” said Angelina. The hope was that it would spread some joy and ensure none of the women or children in the shelter would feel forgotten or left behind by their community this holiday season. At first, Katharina said they just thought they would make one box each, “but then it took off. Angelina’s friends really loved the idea

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of being a part of something bigger and doing something for their community,” she said. So with the help of a few more elves, who include Isabel Birett, Kala Crawford, Sophie Chanzy, and Georgian Russell (pictured at left), they began collecting items and putting together more boxes. “We thought about, you know, getting shoe boxes and ziplock bags and we also did posters and we went around on the block where the stores are and we asked them if we can hang them up so people can bring more stuff,” explained Angelina. At present, they’re aiming to create 100 in total – 40 for the women and 60 for the children, as per the suggestion of the shelter. Continued on Page 19

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Tree lot move signals changes at Kew Continued from Page 1 “We’ve had issues in the past with trucks being right on the hard surface in Kew Gardens, which was just destroying the existing slate that was there,” he said. “You just can’t have trucks on that space,” he said. “That’s something that was crucial to their operation. They tried to do it on Queen where it was just a no parking lane. It is something where that park itself is an extremely busy location and it doesn’t necessarily need the activation of a Christmas tree sale going on at that location.” Dann said the parks department understood the history of the tree lot in the area and went beyond normal protocol to secure the lot a new location in the Beach that would provide them with a similar opportunity. The organizers of the tree lot said in an earlier interview that the city and Dann had been particularly helpful in setting up the new location at Woodbine Beach. “Had they not had the history of being in Kew Gardens, I would not be listening to someone saying to me that they want to sell Christmas trees in parks,” said Dann. “The fact that they do have a history and many Beachers, myself included, have purchased Christmas trees from them in the past … we said, ‘It’s done well, the community enjoys it, the community gets it, and we want to look at what we are going to be doing to still provide them with an opportunity to sell Christmas trees in the Beach, in the same ward.’”

Woodbine Beach works because “there’s a big parking lot there, and/ or pedestrian traffic with people walking along the boardwalk, which we certainly are encouraging people to do throughout the year,” he said.

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“Tuggs does not have the right to that top of the park anymore.”

– Mary-Margaret McMahon

Addressing local chatter that the move from Kew Gardens was in some way associated with Tuggs, the company which holds an exclusive lease to sponsorship and food and beverage rights on several Eastern Beach properties, Dann stressed that was “absolutely” not the case. “This has nothing to do with George Foulidis (Tuggs’ owner).” he said. “He had absolutely nothing to do with it. This was a parks management operations decision.” In fact, the rebuild of Kew Gardens means that the newly refurbished por-

tion is no longer beholden to Tuggs’ lease, explained ward 32 councillor Mary-Margaret McMahon. “Here’s the thing with the new refresh that I don’t think people realize yet,” said McMahon. “Because it’s considered a new build that means Tuggs does not have the right to that top of the park anymore.” She said the Beach Village BIA, which is a non-profit, will now be able to start holding events by applying to the city directly. Beach Metro News was unable to confirm what those events might be by press deadline. Dann agreed that there will be opportunities for public use of the space. “The councillor’s office is looking at opportunities for small local bands, it will be animated during the jazz festival, it will be activated potentially for buskers, it will be activated for a smaller-scale multi-use operation. It will be an animated place,” he said. He said he knows people are upset about the tree lot’s move – some online are calling for a petition to stop it – but he thinks those feelings will pass once people visit the new location. “I hope those people realize that having a completely beautiful refurbished Kew Gardens is something that’s important,” he said, noting it is just one of several parks initiatives taking place in ward 32 recently like the Balmy Beach Club’s accessibility upgrade. “And as stewards of the public asset within parks, we do our best to manage all of the interests, not just people who have one specific interest,” he explained.

Holiday Briefs MALVERN COLLEGIATE is hosting its 7th annual Other One of a Kind Craft Show and Sale on Saturday, Dec. 3. Conceived by Malvern’s physical education department as a way to raise money for the senior girl’s rugby team’s travel fund, the event was handed off after the first year to the parent council and supports scholarships and other initiatives. With raffle prizes, gifts and draws, a “selfie contest”, fresh food and warm beverages, and the musical stylings of Brad Alexander, a local pianist and music teacher who will be on hand to play holiday tunes, the event’s aim is to get the neighbourhood in the festive spirit and support local artisans and the school. The event runs from 9:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. in the Malvern Collegiate Institute cafeteria.

SATURDAY, DEC. 10 the Kingston Road Village Business Community will be sponsoring their fourth annual ‘Tis the Season on Kingston Road event with proceeds to Centre 55’s Christmas care boxes and the Kingston Road United Church ramp fund. With festive carollers, holiday shopping and fun, family events, Santa will be on-site and ready for his closeups from 10:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. at 872 Kingston Road. Following Santa’s visit, there will be a reading of Charles Dickens’ classic and heartwarming tale, A Christmas Carol. The reading will be held at Kingston Road United Church located on 975 Kingston Road at 2:00 p.m. A carol sing-along will take place at the Kingston Road United Church starting at 3:00 p.m.

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East Ender Views

East Enders finding transit has become the bitter way Stephen Wickens is a life-long East End resident and a semi-retired journalist

home close to the subway was top priority for Ann-Marie Colacino and her husband when they were house-hunting in 2013. And after enduring several bidding wars they finally got one a 10-minute walk to Coxwell station. But less than two years after becoming my neighbours, they gave up on transit to ride bikes to and from their downtown jobs. “I enjoy biking more because there are no delays, it takes less time, it’s free, it offers good daily exercise and I don’t have to battle the crowds,” Colacino says, adding that the Bloor-Danforth at Coxwell isn’t as crazy as trying to get on a Yonge train at Eglinton, which she used do, but it’s still pretty bad. Four years ago I became a yearround bike commuter for similar reasons; the breaking point came when four days in one week I found myself watching full trains pass from an increasingly crowded Coxwell platform. I’ve heard similar tales in the hood and on the Danforth Jane’s Walk I’ve led for the past decade. A man living near Woodbine told me he moved from north Scarborough because he was sick of commuting by car; he shortly thereafter “got crowded out” and sheepishly admits he’s back driving to Front and Spadina. I met a woman recently who switched to cycling from the subway because of crowding; she’s now steeling herself “to tough it out through the coming winter.” Anecdotal evidence? Sure. But data unearthed for Beach Metro News indicate these aren’t isolated

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East End commuters at Coxwell station. cases. East End transit use has been in steep decline for three decades, and some transit professionals we’ve spoken with say none of Metrolinx’s and the TTC’s planned expansions will help much. Between 1986 and 2011, there was a 4.5% population rise and a 5% increase in people going downtown from Planning District 6 (roughly the four old city and East York wards that abut Danforth and its subway). But the TTC’s share of those trips fell more than 11% while auto usage rose 9.2%, according to the 2011 Transportation Tomorrow Survey (conducted every five years by municipal and provincial governments and their agencies; the 2016 study is in the works). The survey shows just 52% of PD6 residents use transit to go downtown – the lowest percentage for any planning district in 416. (Scarborough’s four PDs average 71.5%, and it’s up to 80% in some North York PDs.) Overall Bloor-Danforth ridership is up 25.5% since 1987, and Kennedy station has seen a 16% rise, but the numbers of people getting on and off at the eight stations

between Warden and Pape (inclusive) is down significantly. While many in the East End have long pined for a downtown relief subway line, as currently planned it’s likely to help only those using Pape and stations west. Meanwhile, the approved and funded plan to extend the subway to Scarborough Town Centre – if successful in adding riders – will only worsen crowding. The picture gets uglier when we bring surface routes into the calculus. East of the Don, we’re more reliant on fewer east-west routes; there’s no King car, no transit on Dundas and no equivalent of Wellesley and Harbord. The 506 streetcar, running along Gerrard, carried 58,000-plus weekday riders in 1987, more than any other TTC surface route. It has since taken a 21.5% service-hours cut and lost 31.7% of its ridership. The Queen 501 had an 8% service cut over the same period and lost 9.3% of its riders. The first eastwest route north of Danforth, the Mortimer 62 bus, isn’t on a scale with the streetcars, but it took a 37% service cut and lost 46.5% of its riders.

Cuts hit even the Coxwell 22, perennially the TTC’s best economic performer, and the Greenwood 31, usually among the top five in that category. It’d be wrong to jump to conclusions about causes and effects – crowding, service cuts, short turns, demographic changes and fare increases well in excess of inflation are all in play. But prior to policy changes in recent decades – which have included abandoning the international best practice of expanding transit from the middle out – urban routes yielded lowhanging fruit essential to subsidizing the whole system. Now we’re content to leave it rotting on the trees. Everybody loses. East End residents should also know that, from recent discussions I’ve had, the issues and numbers in this column seem to surprise city planners and Metrolinx staff, the people advising politicians on transit. They assume we’re already in a great spot for public transit, though market trends indicate otherwise. We’re just getting started on assessing needs and opportunities in the East End. Next time, we’ll look at plans in the works and how they could serve us all better. Stephen Wickens, a life-long East End resident and a semiretired journalist, has worked four-plus decades at four Toronto newspapers. He’s on stakeholders’ advisory panels for the Downtown Relief Line and city planning’s Danforth Avenues study as well as chair of Danforth East Community Association’s Visioning Committee. We thank transit advocate/ blogger Steve Munro and transportation data analyst David Crowley for help tracking down numbers for this column.

While overall ridership is up 25.5% on the Bloor-Danforth subway since 1987, the numbers of people getting on and off are down significantly at eight consecutive stations. Warden • 34,650 in 1987 32,100 in 2014 Down 7.3% Victoria Park • 31,370 in 1987 29,900 in 2014 Down 4.7% Main Street • 29,700 in 1987 25,580 in 2014 Down 13.9% Woodbine • 16,280 in 1987 13,570 in 2014 Down 16.7% Coxwell • 17,780 in 1987 16,980 in 2014 Down 4.5% (down 8.1% from ‘82) Greenwood • 11,660 in 1987 10,660 in 2014 Down 8.6% Donlands • 13,100 in 1987 10,750 in 2014 Down 18.0% Pape • 35,580 in 1987 26,670 in 2014 Down 25.0% *Numbers are three-year averages from TTC’s 2014 Station Usage Report.

Construction to continue at Victoria Park and Gerrard By Lara O’Keefe

AN ONGOING transmission water main replacement project that was set to be finished by the end of September is now said to be complete by the end of January 2017. The construction at Victoria Park and Gerrard is meant to replace an aging water main. The previous water main was 1.8 feet in diameter and approximately 80 years old while the new main will be 2.5 feet in diameter and is expected to replace almost 800 metres of water main along the Victoria Park and Gerrard Street East corridors, according to city materials. The goal of the project is to renew aging infrastructure, improve water distribution and reduce the risk of water main breaks, but the project has caused delays for drivers and TTC riders alike, leading to frustration

for commuters. City spokesperson Steve Johnson said that despite some initial setbacks, portions of the work have been completed, including the replacement of a water main and restoration of the road on Victoria Park Avenue between Gerrard Street East and Wakewood Street, and the replacement of the water main on Gerrard Street East from Kingswood Road to Victoria Park Avenue. Johnson further explained that the project contractor is now working extended hours in an effort to expedite the construction and finish all of the restorations and installations by January 2017. Commuters may get a break sooner than that though, with the city saying regular traffic will resume on Gerrard Street East between Victoria Park and Kingswood Road by the end of November.

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attacked two days later on November 11. “I found out from a neighbour that James was outside walking his dog in the green space across the street and he was punched in the chest by a teen boy and called names, you know like racist names, and spit on. So he’s … he’s pretty beaten up,” said Ferguson. In response to the crimes, neighbours and friends of the couple have come together to provide money to the Lee’s in an effort to replace the money that was stolen, as well as provide them with a proper security system in the hope that it will prevent any future occurrences from taking place. Ferguson, who shared that James and Linda are “a really important and integral part of our little community we have going here,” started a GoFundMe campaign on November 11 to help the shopkeepers who so many affectionately view as a special part of the neighbourhood. “I am sure that us, as loving neighbours, can help a bit by contributing some money so that we can make this little corner store whole again…make things right… make it so the robbers don’t win…. and perhaps James and Linda can purchase a new surveillance camera to be installed as a safety measure,” she said on the GoFundMe page. Jon Morrice, Crime Prevention officer with the Toronto Police 55 Division echoed the need for the installation of cameras stating, “quality surveillance cameras go a long way to both prevent and deter this type of offence.” Ferguson started with a goal of $6,000 but in only three days was able to exceed the goal. To date, the fund had raised over $6,800. “People have been so generous,” she said. “People have been coming to my home offering money, [asking] what can they do to help – can they flyer the neighbourhood, can the schools get involved. It’s been very, very overwhelming and I actually set up the GoFundMe account hoping we would get about $500.” Ferguson added that she had planned to take down the GoFundMe page at midnight on November 14, but due to the number of requests from generous supporters who still wanted to donate, she kept it up until Friday, November 18. The proceeds from the fundraiser went directly to the Lee family. At time of publication, the culprits had not been caught, with Morrice saying the case is ongoing and is “being handled by the hold-up squad downtown.”

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BEACH METRO NEWS

Co-op could come to Gerrard and Coxwell

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By Anna Killen

A SIX-STOREY co-operative housing unit has been proposed for a lot on Coxwell Avenue at Gerrard Street East, with a community consultation scheduled for December 7. The site at 355 to 363 Coxwell (the northeast corner at the northern Coxwell and Gerrard intersection) is currently home to an occupied shopping plaza which includes two sports bar and a hairdressing shop with parking. As proposed, the sixstorey co-op would have one retail unit at street level and 33 apartment units above. An office space is also proposed. Nine surface parking spaces are included in the proposal. The 21-metre building’s entrance would face onto Gerrard Street East. A sixstorey apartment building sits to the east of the property with a residential neighbourhood to the north and west. The developer is Innstead Co-operative Inc., a Torontowide co-operative non-profit housing provider that operates several co-operative housing initiatives across the city. The developer’s architect is LGA Architectural Partners. Innstead describes itself on its website as “perhaps the most scattered cooperative in Canada with 52 properties spread over 3 square kilometers of Toronto, from Jones east to Coxwell, from Queen north to the railway tracks.” It has 120 members. The Coxwell property would be the non-profit’s largest initiative to date – since 1976 they have focused on “well built, solid, brick, detached and semi-detached houses” with their largest property containing six units.

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An architectural rendering of the proposed co-operative housing building at Gerrard and Coxwell. “This is by far our largest,” explained Paul Connelly, Innstead consultant. He said the development is part of a larger term strategy to expand the co-op’s portfolio and provide its members with more accessible units. The co-ops current houses are renovated, having been built in the ‘20s or ‘30s. “Narrow staircases and corridors,” he said. “We don’t have any units that are really good for people as they age. We want to serve people who have disabilities.” Innstead chose the Coxwell and Gerrard site because it is in its catchment area, the property is big enough for their plans, and it was the most cost-effective. The co-op is financing the project through equity it has developed over the years and hopes to get some help from the city under its affordable housing umbrella. In city planning documents, staff note that the proposed development would be “eligible for the Open Door for Affordable Housing program,” which “offers financial incentives as well as a streamlined planning review process for new affordable housing.” Another key piece in why Innstead picked the site is that it is on transit, which is a need for the residents served by the co-op. That it’s on a busy transit corridor and “behaves like” an avenue could help the co-op in convincing the city to relax some of the bylaws on the property to allow for the mixeduse, higher density building, he said. As for what the building will look like, Connelly said the focus is going to be on big windows and inviting open spaces. A meeting room for members and an office for Innstead is proposed and the plan is to be energy and water efficient and meet or exceed the city’s green roof standards. Units would be offered below market, he said, consistent with the co-ops other properties. While some in the neighbourhood might push back against a six-storey building, Connelly said they believe they have a good case. “We know that people recognize that there is a need for affordable housing,” he said. “Basically we are a good neighbour and we hope people would support us.” The next step in the planning process is the community consultation meeting, scheduled for Wednesday, Dec. 7 at the legion on Coxwell Avenue.

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Tuesday, November 29, 2016

In My Opinion

Neighbours helping neighbours over the holidays Debbie Visconti Executive Director Community Centre 55 CHRISTMAS IS just around the corner. For most it is a festive time, but for some, this is not the case. As Community Centre 55 begins making plans to once again feed those in our neighbourhood who might otherwise go hungry over the holidays, I am reaching out to the community to make this possible. Please show kindness and support to those who are feeling the pain of poverty and misfortune right here in your neighbourhood. This season can be a difficult time of year for those who are in need. The stress of the holidays mixed with financial concerns can be a lot

for anyone to handle. Imagine what December 25th would be like without a Christmas meal and presents under the tree. Dish them a Merry Christmas. We will provide food and toys to almost 1000 needy families, so I am asking you to help by making a donation to our 35th annual Share a Christmas program. Last year it took hundreds of volunteers to ensure families in our community had Christmas dinner and children had toys to open on Christmas morning. If you have donated or helped in the past, I offer my deepest appreciation. Our Miracle on Main Street starts unfolding Sunday, December 18th, with the packing of food and toys. All the food and toys received will be delivered to the families on Thursday, Dec. 22, for a hearty Christmas

meal. Please help us so families in need can enjoy a festive meal and be able to have their children open a gift on Christmas morning. We really need your help! It can be as easy as picking up some extra non-perishable food items (i.e. pasta sauce, Kraft dinner, tuna, canned vegetables, etc.) when you are shopping. We gladly accept cash, food and toy donations here at Centre 55. You can also drop off non-perishable food at FreshCo (Gerrard and Victoria Park and Leslie and Lakeshore) or Value-Mart at Queen and Silver Birch. We are very grateful to our friends at FreshCo for their assistance in obtaining the non-perishable food. Here are some easy ways to help your neighbours in need: A monetary donation to our

Share a Christmas campaign helps us buy turkeys, fruit, vegetables, milk, bread and other perishable foods. (Note: monetary donations are eligible for a tax receipt.) When shopping, please consider buying some of the following muchneeded non-perishable products for donation: cereal, pasta and sauce, Kraft dinner, canned fruits and vegetables, canned meats and fish, peanut butter, soup, stews and baby food. Pet food is also needed for the cats and dogs of these needy families Plan a non-perishable food collection at your family or business Christmas parties; Support our Teen Angel program by buying much needed teen presents or gift cards; Volunteer your time to sort, pack

and deliver the food and toys to the families. Remember every little bit helps. Thank you very much to everyone that helps us with our Share a Christmas Program, you are truly appreciated. Also, a big thank you to everyone involved in making the Beach Santa Claus Parade a huge success again this year. This parade was the kick off to our Share a Christmas program. The generous donations from the parade help us purchase perishable food items. Thank you for your generosity. Give Where U Live, and hundreds of families will be truly grateful on Christmas day. We are located at 97 Main St, and can be reached at (416) 691-1113. A Very Merry Christmas to you, and yours!

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A reflection from Pine Hills on Remembrance Day I WALKED over a sleepy river along a leafy bridge and arrived at the resting place of two vintage Howitzer canons that mark the entry into the veterans section of Pine Hills Cemetery. Buried there are hundreds of Canadians who wore the cloth of this great nation and in one way or another sacrificed themselves, for us, on the altar of freedom. High above the road is an entrenched event staging area appointed with a towering War Memorial and sky scraping flag pole. If you stand below and look up at its expansive parapet, you can see the large marquee words “Lest We Forget” painted on the surface of the stone. This hilltop location seems strategically situated to offer a

compelling vista of the rows upon rows of veterans graves. It’s November 11, 2016 near 11 a.m. The solemn moment of Remembrance is imminent. There are very few people here. The emptiness is profound and compounded given the number of veterans resting here. There is a smattering of poppy-wearing family and friends, scattered over an area of graves so vast it would seem there are very few attendees. An impromptu bugler plays at the far end of the field and I have to strain to hear him. Surprised and grateful, people serendipitously turn toward the drifting notes and instinctively know the appropriate moment to hold for two minutes of reflection. It seems so absurd and rather

sad that there is no occupation of this area at this time of year. There are no phalanxes of military, no politicians, no clergy, no members of the Royal Canadian Legion, no colour guard, no marching band, no last post, no mustering of the notes of Reveille, no speeches, no one to recite McCrae’s “In Flanders Fields” and no piper to deliver the eulogy of Amazing Grace. Very few are here to honour the memory of these veterans. It feels like the graves of the forgotten, rather than the remembered. Bob Murdoch

What ‘food desert’? COXWELL AND Gerrard is not a “food desert”, as stated in the No-

vember 15 paper (Six months later, No Frills still closed). We have a number of wonderful choices for good shopping at our fingertips. BJ Supermarket (with the best samosas) is a store which I prefer to Rocco’s. Victoria’s Wholefoods whose warm welcome is augmented by their great cold meats, fresh eggs, homestyle perogies and much more. The Pantry, just down the block, offers wonderful cheeses and helpful ideas for pairing and serving up your choices. A couple of great halal meat markets - I would mention Lahore Meat Market - with fresh chickens and other choice cuts of meat. And for shopping at your fingertips there is always Grocery Gateway where your online order is de-

livered to your kitchen, and Mama Earth for fresh veggies. This is the time for our community to support our local small businesses they are great and worthy. We are a very fortunate neighborhood. Elizabeth Nikitin

Sad move RE: LIONS’ Christmas tree lot moving to Woodbine Beach (November 15, 2016). “The city does not want any extra-ordinary wear and tear on the new landscaping”. Does that mean they expect people and pets to stay away from that area as well? Continued on Page 9

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Community Calendar DEC. 1–18: Festive Group Show at Studio 888 featuring all local artists: Beverly Allen, Pam Burt, Nina Hod, Jeanne Isley, Rhonda Kosowan, Pat Leary, Karin McLean, Diana Menzies, Andrew Oliver, Marlene Pape, Bev Quinn, Norma Meneguzzi Spall, Lucie Sparham, Donna Volden, Gail Williams, Gerry Withey. Opening reception December 1st from 6 to 8:30 p.m. Studio 888 at 2359 Queen Street East, at foot of Spruce Hill. Weds Thurs & Fridays 2-6pm / Sats & Sundays noon to 4 p.m. and also by chance (open lots) & appointment. 416-200-5551 / studio888art@gmail.com / studio888.ca DEC. 3: Christmas in the Park - Tree Lighting in Kew Gardens, Alex Christie Bandshell, 5:30-6:30 p.m. Join the Toronto Beaches Lions Club for this annual tradition. Carol singing, hot chocolate, dignitaries, and Santa and Mrs. Claus who will be arriving by convertible along Queen Street. Info: www.beacheslions.com DEC. 3: Holiday Bazaar at True Davidson Long Term Care Facility, 200 Dawes Rd., 11 a.m.-2 p.m. Holiday lunch, silent auction, homemade baked goods, rummage tables, knitted goods and much more! Funds raised support volunteer activities. Info: cwolf@toronto.ca (18) DEC. 3: Free Family Movie Food Drive at The Fox Theatre, 2236 Queen St. E., 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Free screening of ‘The Secret Life of Pets’ with donation of non-perishable food item(s) to Community Centre 55 ‘Share A Christmas’ program. Sponsored by Wafa Masri & Jalila Freve. Limited tickets available at www. WeSellToronto.com/FreeMovie (18) DEC. 3: Snowman Christmas Bazaar at Hope United Church (corner of Main and Danforth) 11:00am-1:30pm. Knit wear, jewellery, books, lunch plate, bake table. DEC. 3: Other One of a Kind Craft Show and Sale at Malvern Collegiate cafeteria, 55 Malvern Ave. (Upper Beaches), 9:30 a.m.-2:30 p.m. 70 Vendors, raffle draw for 4 grand prizes, pianist Brad Alexander, Crave Catering Café, selfie contest. First 300 visitors receive a free gift. Free parking. Elevator available. (18) DEC. 3: Pancake Breakfast with Hamper & Childrens craft sale 8-11am. Community Centre 55 located at 97 Main St. Suggested Donation of $3.00 per person. For more information, call 416-691-1113. DEC. 4: Scarborough Model Railroaders Train Show at 17 Jeavons Ave., 11 a.m.-4 p.m. Two floors of HO and N scale layouts – 1950s southern Ontario with authentic steam & diesel sound, and double-tracked mainline through mountain scenery. Adults $5, children $2, seniors $3, families $12. Info: www. scarborough-model-railroaders.org (18) DEC. 4: Tannenbaum 10k along the Martin Goodman Trail, 10 a.m. This annual run is a flat fast and very festive race in the heart of Toronto’s Beach neighbourhood. Come run with Santa and his helpers Fun, friendly and a great value and huge support, raising over $18,000 each year for Centre 55’s Share a Christmas Program. Sign up at www.tannenbaum10k.com (18) DEC. 4: Cantemus Singers Benefit Concert for Centre 55’s Share A Christmas at St. Aidan’s Anglican Church, 70 Silver Birch Ave. (at Queen St. E.), 3 p.m. “In Dulci Jubilo!”, Christmas motets and carols by Praetorius, Schutz and Bach, directed to Michael Erdman. Tickets $20 (available at CC55 and at door), kids under 12 free. Info: 416-578-6602, www.cantemus.ca (18) DEC. 4: Toronto Beach Chorale presents ‘Gloria!’ by John Rutter at Kingston Road United Church, 975 Kingston Rd. (W of Victoria Pk. Ave.), 7:30 p.m. TBC will be joined by a brass ensemble, timpani, percussion and organ. Tickets: General $20 advance ($25 at door), Youth 7-18 $10 advance ($12 at door), kids under 7 free. Info: www.torontobeachchorale.com (18) DEC. 4: Beach Hill Neighbourhood Association’s Annual Bake-o-Rama from 3 to 5pm at the Naval Club of Toronto located at 1910 Gerrard St. E. Bake sale, warm cider, holiday cheer… and the bar will be open! We’ll be accepting donations for NEW hats, mitts, underwear (long much appreciated!) and undershirts (in XL sizes where pos-

sible) for the Out of the Cold program. For more information, contact Christy Conte at bakeoramabeachhill@gmail.com DEC. 4-7 Holiday Pop Up Market at the Kinston Social, 1427 Kingston Rd. Dec. 4 11am-6pm, Dec.5-7 11am-9pm. Woo-Hoo Home Decor is transforming the Kingston Social into a charming Holiday Pop Up Market. A unique 4 day shopping opportunity with a wide selection of gift items, holiday decor, fine china, crystal, collectibles, vintage items, recycled glass and much more. The first 50 customers receive a gift with purchase. The house bar will be open, offering wine, beer, spirits and coffee. For more info call (647) 727-5464. DEC. 6: Seniors Jazz Band & Lunch at Royal Canadian Legion, 243 Coxwell Ave., 12:30 p.m. Enjoy music, dancing and a free lunch. All welcome. Info: 416-465-0120 (18) DEC. 10: ‘Tis the Season on Kingston Road Holiday Fest •10:30am to 12:30 pm Pictures with Santa at 872 Kingston Road •2pm Reading of Dickens’ A Christmas Carol at KRUChurch •3pm Carol Sing-Along at KRUChurch DEC. 10: “Touched by an Angel” at Birchcliff Bluffs United Church, 33 East Rd. (Warden Ave. & Kingston Rd.), 7:30 p.m. Songs, stories, art and angelic delights celebrate heavenly and earthly angst. $10 per person, $2 per child. Funds raised support Bluffs Food Bank. Info: 416-694-4081 (18) DEC. 10: Santa at the Cottage at The Gardener’s Cottage, Lee Ave. in Kew Gardens, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Hosted by the Toronto Beach Rotary. Come visit Santa at the Gardener’s Cottage. Bring your camera. Hot chocolate and treats provided. Donations of non-perishable food items to Community Centre 55’s Christmas food drive gratefully accepted. DEC: 10: Back by popular demand! Holiday Concert with CADENCE, Canada’s premier vocal group. 7:30pm-10:30pm at Beach United Church, 149 Wineva Avenue. Adults $20, Children $10. DEC. 13: Carolling in the Park at Glen Stewart Park, Glen Manor Drive & Queen St. E. (south of the bridge, north of Queen), 7:30-8:30 p.m. Sing along accompanied by the Salvation Army Band. Song sheets will be provided. Hot chocolate, cider, and a special visitor! Dress warmly and bring a flashlight. Info: David Breech 416-759-9997 ext. 0 (19) DEC. 17: The Beaches Recreation Centre Advisory Council will be hosting their annual pancake breakfast from 9:30 a.m to 11 a.m. Collection of non-perishables for food bank. Visit by Santa. Craft sale by Pegasus. Fun for all. Great community get together. DEC. 31: New Year’s Eve on the Lake at the Balmy Beach Club, foot of Beech Ave., 8 p.m.-2 a.m. Bring in 2017 at the Balmy Beach Club. Party favours, DJ, dancing, snack buffet at midnight. Non-members welcome. Must be legal drinking age. Tickets (available at the bar Dec. 1) $30 + HST per person. Info: 416-691-9962 x 5 (19) 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 THURSDAYS: MEDITATION GROUP meets for mindfulness practice and discussion of ways to wellbeing and wholeness, 7:15 p.m. Details: beginnersmind123@gmail.com COMMUNITY CLASS YOGA - December 2, December 16 (Friday’s) 6:15 pm - 7:30 pm at PÜR YOGA, 2245 Queen Street East, Lower Level. A Community Class Yoga is being hosted in support of the Out of the Cold Program for St. Aidan’s Church. This gentle, restorative yoga is a wonderful way to start your weekend. A minimum donation of $5 is requested to support the Out of the Cold Program. CALVARY “GRACE PASCOE” CARE CENTRE in conjunction with Daily Bread Food Bank is open Tuesday and Thursday mornings 9:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. for distribution of food to clients residing between Woodbine and Victoria Park, and Danforth to the lake. Donations of food accepted on those days. Enter from parking lot at rear of Calvary Baptist Church, Main and Benlamond. Info: Kathie or Ann 416-691-2899 (e/o)

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BEACHES LIBRARY, 2161 Queen St. E. •Wednesday Afternoon at the Movies, 2-4 p.m. Cinematic classics, new releases, foreign films and documentaries. •Dec. 13: Author Talk – David Balzer, 7 p.m. “Curationism: How Curating Took Over the Art World and Everything Else” offers a trip through art history and around the globe, exploring the cult of curation. Info: 416-393-7703 GERRARD ASHDALE LIBRARY, 1432 Gerrard St. E. •Mondays: Adult Crafternoon, 2-3 p.m.; Leading to Reading, 5-6 p.m. (registration required) •Tuesdays: WoodGreen English Conversation Circle, 1:30-3 p.m. •Thursdays: Lego Club, 4-5 p.m. •Every other Saturday: Ashdale Writers Group, 10:30 a.m.-noon. Info: 416-393-7717, ashdaleevents@gmail.ca, www.torontopubliclibrary.ca. Library is wheelchair accessible. 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. COMMUNITY KITCHEN at East End Community Health Centre, 1619 Queen St. E., first and third Fridays of each month starting Nov. 18. Learn how to prepare healthy meals to help prevent and manage chronic conditions such as diabetes, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure. Free to people on limited income, and living in the East End CHC catchment. See www. eastendchc.on.ca for Centre information. Registration is required and space is limited. Please call Olivia at 416-778-5805 ext. 208. BEACH INTERFAITH OUTREACH LUNCH and Fellowship for Adults, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. •Mondays at Corpus Christi Church (1810 Queen St. E.) •Tuesdays at St. Aidan’s Anglican Church (70 Silver Birch Ave.) Nov. 29, Dec. 13, and at St. Nicholas Anglican Church (1512 Kingston Rd.) Dec. 6 & 20 •Wednesdays at Beach Hebrew Institute (109 Kenilworth Ave.) •Thursdays at Beach United Church (140 Wineva Ave.) •Fridays at Kingston Road United Church (975 Kingston Rd.) first 3 Fridays of each month plus Dec 30 and at St. Aidan’s Anglican Church the 4th Friday of each month. Info: 416-691-6869 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 TUESDAYS: THE BARONS BAND at Baron Byng Legion, 243 Coxwell Ave., 1:30-3 p.m. Hot swingin’ jazz you can dance to! Info: Gerry O’Connor 416429-6041, Paul Hallam 416-444-1956 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) ST. AIDAN’S ANGLICAN CHURCH, Queen St. East at Silver Birch Avenue: Sunday Services are at 8:30 & 10:30 am (Children’s Program & Nursery at 10:30). Mid-week service, Wednesdays at 10:30 am. All welcome. 416691-2222 staidansinthebeach.com BEACH UNITED CHURCH, 140 Wineva Ave. Regular Sunday Worship Service at 10:30 am. All are welcome! Nursery care & children’s activity time provided. Interfaith Lunch Program every Thursday 11 am – 1:00 pm: Join us for a time of sharing good food and community. Enjoy singing? Our Sunday choir welcomes new members. Rehearsals are every Thursday from 7 – 8:30 pm. Beach Jazz & Reflection: The Alison Young Trio, 4:30 pm, Sat. Dec.3. Cadence Holiday Concert: 7:30 pm, Sat. Dec. 10. Winter Solstice Candlelit Yoga: 7 pm, Mon. Dec.19 – open to all,

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freewill offering. Info: 416-691-8082, www. beachunitedchurch.com We are on Facebook and Twitter @NewBeachUnited HOPE UNITED CHURCH. 2550 Danforth Ave. •Sunday Worship Service 11:00pm • Dec 3, 11:00am-1:30- Snowman Christmas Bazaar Join us for our annual Christmas Bazaar. Christmas crafts, clothes, decorations, jewelry, toys, baked goods, preserves, hand made mittens and scarves, pet stuff and much, much more. While you shop, come & enjoy a Sandwich plate & dessert with tea/coffee for $5.00 •Dec 10, Christmas Jazz Vespers 4:30 – 5:30pm– B2 Trio: Bill Maclean, Brian Stevens, Mike Lalonde with special guests: Karen Henderson - Cello and Brian Johnston - Drums. They will present music from their latest recording “12 Songs for Christmas!” •Dec 14, Music @ 12:15pm – Vox Aeris Brass Trio – A fanfare of Christmas music. This is their inaugural concert as “Musicians in Residence” at Hope United. Free Christmas Lunch to follow concert •Dec 17 at 7:00pm “Bethlehem” A Christmas Cantata composed by Brian Stevens •For more information, please call 416-691-9682, HopeUnited.ca FALLINGBROOK PRESBYTERIAN CHURCH, 35 Wood Glen Road (corner of Kingston Road and Wood Glen). We would love to have you join us for our Advent and Christmas services. Advent 2, 3, and 4 will be Sundays Dec. 4, 11, and 18, all at 10:30am. Sat., Dec. 24 at 7:00pm will be our Christmas Eve candlelight service. Sun., Dec. 25, will be our joyous Christmas Day worship service. Our annual Drive for Food is Sat., Dec. 3, 9:00-11:00am. Food donations can be left at the church’s side door that morning. For more information visit www.fallingbrookpresbyterian.com 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 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) ST. JOHN’S CATHOLIC CHURCH, 794 Kingston Rd. (2 blocks E of Main St.) •Masses: Saturday 4:30 p.m. (Contemporary Music), Sunday 9 a.m. (Children’s Liturgy), 11 a.m. (Choir) •Weekday Masses: Tuesday to Friday 8:15 a.m. •Reconciliation: Saturday 3:45-4 p.m. •Pray the Rosary each morning Tuesday to Friday, 20 min. before Mass. All welcome. Info: 416-698-1105, www. stjohnsrc.ca, stjohnschurch@bellnet.ca CORPUS CHRISTI CHURCH, 16 Lockwood Rd. •Masses: Tuesday-Friday 9 a.m., Saturday Vigil 5 p.m., Sunday 9:30 a.m. & 11 a.m. with children’s liturgy. Info: 416-694-0382, corpuschristi@bellnet.ca BIRCHCLIFF BLUFFS UNITED CHURCH, 33 East Rd. (Kingston Rd. & Warden Ave.). •Sunday Worship Services, 10:30 a.m. Info: www. birchcliffbluffsuc.org (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 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. 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

Arthur Potts Potts Arthur MPP Beaches–East York MPP Beaches-East York Constituency Office 1821 Danforth Avenue Toronto M4C 1J2 416.690.1032 apotts.mpp.co@liberal.ola.org www.arthurpotts.onmpp.ca @apottsmpp

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Everyone Has a Story to Tell

Help for Haiti needed now more than ever By Lara O’Keefe

WHEN KETELINE Pierre walked into the coffee shop on November 15, she looked bright-eyed and hopeful, her smile wide as she stuck out her hand to introduce herself. Her composed nature belied her past experiences: massive devastation, disease and starvation. In Haiti, Pierre has been witness to exactly that. Pierre speaks eloquently as she begins to describe her work with Jericho Mobile Clinic, a non-profit mobile medical clinic that provides free health care services to people in Haiti who would otherwise have limited access to such services. She is one of three people who founded the clinic - a registered Canadian charity - in 2007. Each of them is a doctor by trade. While she has been in Canada for over 40 years -living first in Montreal before moving to the Beach area in 1990 -- Pierre is originally from Haiti. Initially, she said she was “not so very, very involved...but I went to Haiti and I said, ‘Wow...I want to be involved.’” Pierre works with the doctors who are stationed in Haiti to ensure they have the proper medical supplies they need to help the Haitian people. “Doctors have been buying in Haiti certain drugs, and what they cannot buy in Haiti, they send me a list. And I have a list of everything they need for infections, for pain,” she said. She went on to explain that the team, which consists of about 17 members including doctors, nurses, and health agents, is currently situated in a Haitian village called Ville Lagresse. It’s one of the areas hardest hit by Hurricane Matthew, which has left the country reeling since it hit in early October. “When the doctor called me yesterday to report what’s going on he said it’s complete despair. People have zero food, zero water. Nothing. Because everything was devastated,” she said. Hurricane Matthew slammed into Haiti on October 4, 2016 ripping roofs off of houses, causing rivers to swell and in some cases leveling entire towns. The hurricane ultimately

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took the lives of more than 800 people and left a trail of despair in its wake. “They said they never saw such destruction,” Pierre said, referring to her team in Haiti.

“” “With help, one day at a time we will rebuild.” – Keteline Pierre

“It totally destroyed the south of Haiti, very close to the sea. When they say destroyed they mean 98 per cent. Nothing is left. So there are one and a half million people homeless in this area. There’s no crop, there’s no animals, there is nothing.” She paused, taking a moment before explaining that “usually doctors are prepared to face these realities.” But she was not prepared for the reality presented to her by another doctor who told her bluntly, “I think Haiti’s finished. It’s finished. These people are going to die of hunger because there are

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A mother and child smile after receiving treatment and aid from the Jericho Mobile Clinic.

too many. Just too many and no food. Nothing. No water, no food,” she said. Her composed nature became noticeably more distressed as she spoke about the realities of the situation. Breathing out deeply, she said, “when he said that to me I needed to go lay down because I really did not know what to say to him. It’s overwhelming.” Prior to the hurricane, Jericho Mobile Clinic had been focusing almost solely on delivering medical attention to the people of Haiti “but now we have to provide food too. Food and water. So it becomes such a huge challenge for Jericho,” said Pierre. Her aim is to educate people on the situation in Haiti in the hopes that more will donate or volunteer so the people of the country can start to rebuild. Pierre has made appearances on CBC, CTV and has visited schools in order to let people know what happened and how they can help. “We would like people to be involved by contacting us,” she said. This is so that people can understand the costs of the items they need and what they can put their money towards, she explained. For example, “we want to start working their land right away in order to produce

food,” she said. “A lot of people give us money to buy animals, or buy a cow, or maybe buy a [pig] or something in order to help them rebuild.” Water is also a crucial issue, with Pierre noting that purifying water tablets are an essential item for the region as well. According to the World Health Organization, the number of suspected cholera cases was up to nearly 6,000 by the beginning of November. Many of these are attributed to drinking contaminated water that had mixed with sewage during the storm. “Those tablets,” said Pierre, “we can find them in Haiti and they can buy 10 tablets to purify water, let’s say for maybe a day that cost about two dollars Canadian. So people will drink [clean water] and that will afford these people to get [healthier].” Despite the fact that relief efforts are only just beginning on what feels like a dire situation, Pierre remains optimistic. “The suffering is extremely painful,” she said. “There is no school, there is no church, there is nothing. But with help, one day at a time we will rebuild.” “You cannot say it’s so overwhelming. You have to be full of hope.”

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A feast of flavours Reine and Gus Morales enjoy their dinner during Bowmore Public School’s multicultural potluck.

We owe Steve and Pete a debt of gratitude for their 25 years of faithfully serving this community with the utmost respect and cooperation, as well as their extra-ordinary care of the park. And lest we forget, the tremendous contribution to the coffers of the Lions’ Club. The tree lot attracted many individuals from outside our community as well. People who spent the day shopping and dining at our local merchants, all part and parcel of a trip to get a tree. I have so many wonderful memories and always looked forward to having my senses and holiday spirit boosted by the sight of the festive lights, the joyful music softly playing in the background and the heavenly bouquet of evergreen fragrance. The patient and friendly staff were always such a delight. They didn’t even mind my singing along with the music. I am deeply saddened by the move. You see, I have a mature female residing in my body now. The birthday suit is wrinkled; a

back that decides how far it wants to carry me before resting on a bench or getting on the streetcar to finish my journey, and like most seniors, a bladder that decides how many frequent stops one makes along the way, especially in the cold weather. No, I do not drive. Having so many choices within walking distance and/or accessible by the Queen car is what keeps so many of us living in the Beach. Having said all that, a trip to Woodbine Beach may not be possible given that it is a bit of hike from Queen Street to Woodbine Beach and back again. The changes to Kew Gardens were touted as a way to attract more people and encourage shopping. Moving the Christmas tree lot accomplishes exactly the opposite for the local merchants. Shame on you decision makers for making one our Christmas pleasures inaccessible for many. My wish is that Steve and Pete do extremely well and we do our best to support them. Margot Davis Beach resident

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take part in this event, with countries from New Zealand to South Africa to Iceland participating on the same day. This year marked the sixth annual sport stacking competition at the Upper Beach alternative school. Last year’s event saw 618, 394 students come out to participate – the Guinness World Record – while this year the goal was to reach or exceed 625,000 to maintain and boost that record. Canada is one of the countries with the largest number of participants, sitting at nearly 38,000 students taking part. Cheers could be heard from well down the hallway as the children raced to their cups, ready to take on the

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Deja Views By David Van Dyke

A lovely stroll in Balmy Beach Park. The unknown photographer shot this photograph of the bottom of Silver Birch Avenue, where the boardwalk begins and stretches out to Ashbridges Bay Park, in the fall of 1972. Do you have an old photograph you’d like to share? Please contact me at gdvandyke61@gmail.com.

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hough it likely won’t be long before this extra long and beautiful fall comes to an end, for now, at least, it still looks and feels like the harsh winter we have been told to expect will hold off a little longer. Along with being the season of stunning colours and reprieve from the heat and humidity, fall is also the season for a few less desirable things when it comes to our pets. In the vet world, fall is the time of year when we see the most of a common, bothersome and often frustrating problem, particularly in dogs: itchiness. The most common reason for any pet to develop itchiness is allergies. In the fall, two things happen that make this a particularly bad time of year for allergies. One is the fact that the flea population in the environment is at its yearly peak right now. A relatively small population of fleas exist in the outside world at the start of each summer. Fleas cannot survive the winter outside unless they are on a host. As this small number has all summer to reproduce, by the time late September arrives this population has grown tremendously and won’t be hit back down until we have snow on the ground or at least a few days of heavy frost. Nearly every mammal is allergic to the chemical in a flea’s bite that stops the blood from clotting as a flea takes its meal. It is this allergic reaction that makes both people and pets very itchy

after being bitten by these pests. Fortunately, we have some very safe and effective preventative medications for our pets to keep them flea free. Unfortunately, the same is not true for the other big cause of allergies we see in the fall. Many pets suffer from reacting to the same environmental allergens that affect people, especially airborne pollens from various grasses, trees and weeds. In people with these allergies the fall is also a bad time of year, but the symptoms are usually quite different. Many of the same things that will cause cold-like symptoms in people – sneezing, itchy watery eyes and sinus congestion – will cause itching in our pets, especially in many dogs. As uncomfortable as allergy symptoms can be to people, in our pets, the intense itchiness poses more than just the obvious problem of discomfort. The inflammation that occurs in the skin in response to these allergens which produces the itchiness also greatly weakens the skin’s natural barriers from bacteria and yeast. A pet suffering from inflamed and irritated skin due to allergies is significantly more likely to develop a secondary skin or ear infection as a result. Many pets are at this more advanced stage of having infections on top of their primary allergic problem by the time they get to see a vet. It can take some time and often multiple approaches to get them back to normal again. The infection has to be dealt with as one problem and the underlying allergy as another. In our pets, both cats and dogs, we also see a fairly significant number of allergies to ingredients in foods. The

symptoms for either a food or an environmental allergy can be identical so it’s not always clear which is the cause when we suspect an allergy. Although noting a seasonal pattern in a pet’s itchiness will suggest that the cause is also seasonal, we know that more often than not, a pet with allergies will most likely be set off by a number of things. Allergies are, after all, not a problem with the food or with the environment but rather how an individual’s immune system responds to these things, so it makes sense that if an individual has a system that tends to “over-react”, it can probably do so to more than just one thing. For this reason, many vets will recommend a hypo allergenic diet as part of the approach to helping any pet with allergies, even those who have the typical “fall flare up”. By reducing as many of the potential allergens a pet is exposed to, we can lower the overall burden and make the bad seasons more manageable, reducing both the discomfort and serious infections that come with it. While we can prevent fleas, and we can control diet, there is nothing we can do to alter the allergens in our environment, short of moving to the Antarctic or the desert. But it does not mean there is nothing we can do to help in these cases before they cause significant discomfort or secondary problems. If your pet has had an itchy fall, talk to your vet about supplements such as omega fatty acids that are natural anti-inflammatories as well as specific diets to help with allergies. Continued on Page 19

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Clockwise from left: Beach Cheer Athletics performs for the crowd during Community Centre 55’s Christmas parade November 27; DeSantos Martial Arts group show off their moves at the annual parade which raises money for Centre 55’s Share a Christmas program; Santa makes his one of several appearances in the East End; a service dog gets into the Christmas spirit during the parade; the Danforth East Community Association Annual Festival of Lights at East Lynn Park delighted families for the third year, with dancers and a photobooth with Santa and Mrs. Clause on November 26; the Malvern senior concert choir serenades the crowd during DeClute’s annual Light Up the Beach event at the boardwalk on November 25.

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TAKING TO heart the phrase “One man’s junk is another man’s treasure” Rick Gomes made it his mission to make something beautiful out of what he called “leftovers.” It’s hard to believe when looking at his birdhouse creations that these were once just lone scraps. Gomes started creating the birdhouses after his mother fell ill at the age of 85. “I had to leave my job in the Ontario Public Service to become a full-time caregiver,” he said. So to make a little money and feed his creative side, he came up with the idea to make something out of well, nothing. “I love the birdhouses themselves,” he said. “I think it provides nesting for birds that we desperately need in the city, and people just love them.” Each of the birdhouses is carefully handmade and uniquely decorated with the materials having been gathered from neighbours’ renovations projects, dumpsters, garage sales and Value Village. He said part of the reason he likes upcycled materials is because “the birds kind of prefer to nest in used [materials] if you will... not new smelling.” Gomes is currently featuring his work at craft stores including Urban Nature, Birdwalk Nature Shop, and Amy’s Place, as well as at craft shows around the city such as the Holy Name Church Christmas Bazaar. View his custom-built designs on his Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ birdhousedesigns.

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LOOKING FOR a unique gift idea? Join the Pitchfork Company December 4 to 11 at the Merry Makers Market and experience handcrafted artisan work, healthy treats and holiday sweets. The event will feature more than 20 talented artists who are eager to show off their crafts and treasures, which include everything from ceramics to hand-crafted baskets to candles, soaps and jewelry. The market won’t just be home to crafts and unique gift items – get in the spirit and have a free hot apple cider or mulled wine while you shop. Healthy kombucha, natural soda and cocktails will also be available at the event. And there’s no need to worry about loved ones seeing your gifts – a gift wrap station will be on-site with all donations going to the local Glen Rhodes Food Bank. The Pitchfork Company is located on 1322 Gerrard Street East. Hours of the event are December 4 from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m., December 9 from 6:00 p.m. -

THIS HOLIDAY season, Arts on Queen will be featuring handcrafted Christmas ornaments created by artist, Margo Hubka. Hubka carefully scours auctions, antique and flea markets in order to source vintage items including tea cups and upcycled materials to create her intricate decorations, each one uniquely named with its own story. Her holiday decorations are as delightful as they are unique but, according to Hubka, working with mixed materials is relatively new to her. Having started out in woodworking, she then gravitated to fabric materials because they were easier to work with, and from there got started on mohair bears. “Over the years it’s just been a process,” she said. “I’ve changed every year as to what I’ve done, how I’ve done it. You learn, you grow, you change how you do things. And I mean it’s just been... it’s been fun just going along, and I never feel like there’s an end I always feel like there’s something new I can do.” Also showing at Arts on Queen, artist Judy Stevens-Spurr who has created an array of stunning angels using feathers from the animals at her farm, the Quaker Oaks Farm Sanctuary. “Each angel has embracing arms for the hugs we cherish. Stars represent those we love and have lost but watch over us from above. Sparkles are the wonders of life found everywhere in nature. They are the diamonds in a fresh snowfall and the dancing sparkles in a river stream. The eyes are drawn closed so that we can dream anything we want. The hair is milkweed – make a wish!,” she said in her artist’s statement. The angels are dedicated to the animals and people who have been cast aside with proceeds from every purchase going towards the care and nurturing of the farm animals at Quaker Oaks Farm Sanctuary. Arts on Queen is located at 2198 Queen Street East.

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HERSTORY COUNTS – a company focused on social justice movements – presents Silenced at the Red Sandcastle theatre, December 8 through 11th. Silenced will feature seven diverse female identified women who will each perform a 10 minute, autobiographical monologue recounting stories of endurance, strength, loss, survival, and love. Each boundary-pushing story will be told from a different perspective and will focus on a time in their life when they have either been silenced, or have been impacted by another person’s silence.

The show is directed by Jennifer Neales who has been acting for more than 20 years. She has appeared in the offBroadway musical, Ruthless, in Love and Human Extinction, and has acted and toured with Trey Anthony Productions as Suzy in da Kink in my Hair. She is also the co-artistic producer, co-artistic director and founder of HERstory Counts. The Red Sandcastle Theatre is located on 922 Queen Street East. Tickets can be purchased online at www.brownpapertickets.com or at the door on the day of the performance. Tickets are $20 for adults, and $15 for students, seniors and arts workers. Continued on Page 15

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NOVA SCOTIA native and professional step dancer, Danielle LeBlanc will be holding a free workshop on December 3 to introduce children and adults to the world of step dance. Step dance is a unique form of dance that incorporates the use of tap shoes with East Coast fiddle music to create a lively and engaging performance for both the dancer and the audience. Not to be forgotten in this mix are the spoons commonly used as instruments in step dance music, a piece LeBlanc feels strongly is important to include in the overall experience. “I’m so excited to share this incredible part of my upbringing with families here in Toronto,” she said. “I’ve been step dancing basically since I could walk, so I’m thrilled to introduce some East Coast cultural flavour to the city I’ve called home for the last seven years!” LeBlanc has toured internationally with award-winning East Coast fiddle band, Grand Derangement but hopes that with enough interest in this jovial style of dance, she’ll be able to teach in Toronto on a weekly basis. The introductory classes will be held at Beach Dance School located on 2495 Queen Street East. There will be two introductory workshops – one for kids ages five to eight from 1:00 p.m. to 2:00 p.m., and one for adults from 2:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. No need to bring tap shoes. The workshop only requires socks, jazz shoes or ballet slippers. For more information, visit www.facebook.com/eastcoastdanceto or contact Danielle LeBlanc at eastcoastdanceto@ gmail.com or by phone at 647.381.6709.

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The Main Menu

Plan the perfect holiday party

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ibbles, snacks, appetizers, hors d’oeuvres, tapas – call them what you will – these mini-bites of deliciousness are central to holiday entertaining. Whether your party is a casual affair at home where friends drop by or a more formal cocktail party, here are some organizational hints: Be ready to welcome your guests at the door and have a plan for coat and boot storage. At present, our weather looks balmy but if we get the old-fashioned winter we are promised, you will need organization for warm outerwear and boots. (Cloth pins, name tags and bags for each pair of boots make sense not to mention a selection of boot trays.) Set up available space with different stations for food and drink. This ensures guests move about and mingle. It also makes clean-up easier. Have an ample supply of napkins available at each station and an equally generous supply of glasses at the bar. Make the most of ready-made food items to supplement your own recipes so that you can enjoy your own party! In addition to setting up help-yourself-stations, consider passing trays of appetizers and drinks yourself. This allows you to mingle with all your guests.

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A cheese station should have a selection of at least four cheeses: one old chedder, one blue, one creamy, and one favourite. breads (remember to have some gluten-free on hand too). • Drinks station – wine, beer, water and soft drinks with a bartender in attendance. This station needs a person who is friendly, organized and good at keeping things clean and tidy (a handy inconspicuous garbage can is a great asset). • Finally, the grand finale, a coffee, tea and dessert table with an enticing array of Christmas goodies. Make some of your favourites and supplement with quality commercial kinds. (Baking recipes next issue.) Smoked salmon is a real crowd pleaser whether hot smoked (available at Seaport with shellfish too, 1101 Victoria Park, (416) 755-9960) or cold smoked (Kristapson’s, 1095 Queen Street East, (416) 466-5152). It is wise to call ahead and pre-order during the busy holiday season. Both kinds of smoked salmon lend themselves to preparing single portions on a tray to be passed as well as a large presentation with the condiments where your guests can help themselves. For both of these presentations, you will need good quality rye bread thinly sliced, an abundance of lemon wedges, fresh black pepper, soft cream cheese, sliced green onions, a bowl of capers and fresh dill sprigs, a personal favorite. For the large presentation where guests help

themselves, display a salmon side on a generous platter, garnish with lemon slices, dill sprigs and cucumber slices. Have small bowls of the condiments nearby with a basket of the sliced bread. Similarly, for individual servings, spread the rye bread with cream cheese and arrange the sliced salmon on top garnished with a lemon wedge, a sprinkle of green onion and capers. Shrimps have always been popular. They can be poached, shelled and served cold on a wooden skewer with the following dip which does double duty for seafood and crudites. But make sure you prepare separate sauces for each station. (Remember, some people have shellfish allergies, no cross-contamination please!) Citrus Aioli for Fish and Veggie Dip (2 separate bowls please) 1 cup (250 mL) mayonnaise (may be full fat or lower fat) 1/4 cup (50 mL) fresh lemon juice (usually 1 lemon will do it) 2 tbsp (25 mL) extravirgin olive oil 1 tbsp (15 mL) each, grated orange rind and lemon rind 1 large clove garlic, crushed

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with a whisk, beat together mayonnaise, lemon juice, olive oil, orange and lemon rind and garlic until smooth. Spoon into serving bowl and refrigerate until ready to serve. May be made one day ahead of serving. Discard any sauce remaining after party. Dill Mustard Sauce (Excellent for smoked fish, cheese and cured meats. Be sure to prepare separate bowls of sauce for separate stations) 1 bunch fresh dill, washed, dried and stems removed 1/4 cup (50 mL) granulated sugar 1/2 cup (125 mL) Dijon mustard 1/2 cup (50 mL) white or red wine vinegar

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o you remember “The Law of Toyland”? It was an advertising campaign from many, many years ago by the then shopping retailer, Zellers. If you remember Zellers then you remember the days when the Christmas season did not really begin until officiated by the Eaton’s Santa Claus Parade every November. And if you remember Eaton’s, then you remember the days before there were things like internet boycotts of companies like Starbucks for using only a red jacket on their paper cups – as in 2015 – rather than images of snowflakes and holiday icons. The laws of Christmas have taken on many forms over the centuries – both to impose and oppose the faith. There has also been the modern movement – associated with atheism – to fight for freedom from religion. In our modern secular world, we associate this freedom with the separation of church and state. In Canada – unlike the United States – there is no actual constitutional separation of “church and state”. In the US constitution, the wording is: “Congress shall make no law respecting an establishment of religion”, with the purpose of preventing federal government interference with personal religious freedom. The intent was to protect citizens from interference with their religion and practices and to ensure that there was no government denomination established. There is no equivalent provision in Canada. But our Charter of Rights

and Freedoms begins with recognition of the Supremacy of God and then provides for freedom of conscience and religion. In the bigger picture, we are blessed to have religious freedom and conscience in Canada – a basic human right denied in much of the world. The extent of state persecution around the world based on religious practice, conscience, and identity, could – sadly – fill a book. The early Christians were law breakers. Rome generally incorporated the local gods of a newly conquered area. The Romans viewed religion as foremost a social activity to promote unity and loyalty to the state. Christianity was not trusted for its lack of piety to the gods, for breaking the social bonds of not embracing Roman gods and the belief that bad things will happen if you do not respect the gods. However, Christianity was eventually adopted as the official religion of the Roman Empire in the 4th century AD. This meant the persecuted became to a certain extent the establishment – a recurring movement throughout history. Many merry Christians over the centuries made too much merry and found Christmas banished. Notably, the Puritans in America banished Christmas celebrations, and it was their persecution in England that helped found a new world based on religious freedom. Even in modern day life the legal battles continue to banish religious symbols from public spaces – or the fight to bring them back as we are now seeing. President-elect Trump has promised he will make it possible for all to say “Merry Christmas” again without fear of prosecution or being politically incorrect by causing offence

on the basis of exclusion. It was one of many populist grass roots promises that hit a strong nerve during the U.S. election. In 2013, the State of Texas introduced its very own “Merry Christmas Law”. The law means students can say Merry Christmas, display Christmas Trees, menorahs, nativity scenes – as long as more than one religion and a secular symbol is displayed. The actual law is worth repeating as we may be seeing it adopted in some form south of the border over the next four years. Sec. 29.920. WINTER CELEBRATIONS. (a) A school district may educate students about the history of traditional winter celebrations, and allow students and district staff to offer traditional greetings regarding the celebrations, including: (1) “Merry Christmas”; (2) “Happy Hanukkah”; and (3) “happy holidays.” (b) Except as provided by Subsection (c), a school district may display on school property scenes or symbols associated with traditional winter celebrations, including a menorah or a Christmas image such as a nativity scene or Christmas tree, if the display includes a scene or symbol of: (1) more than one religion; or (2) one religion and at least one secular scene or symbol. (c) A display relating to a traditional winter celebration may not include a message that encourages adherence to a particular religious belief. In theory, all is free speech and expression and is protected. But “although it’s been said many times, many ways...” I hope everyone has a Merry Christmas, a Happy Hanukkah, and a healthy and happy holiday.

Tuesday, November 29, 2016

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Garden Views

Secrets of the plants of Christmas Mary Fran McQuade

Linda Bronicheski

Lawyer, Mediator

Mary Fran McQuade is a local writer specializing in gardening and lifestyle

hen you think about it, it’s kind of weird how many plants we haul indoors at this time of year. Christmas trees, holly, mistletoe…. Do you know the stories behind our familiar holiday greens and flowers? Sit down with a cup of cocoa and see how you score in this trivia quiz. True or false: 1. The Christmas cactus, with its pretty flowers, is from a desert region, and its soil should be kept dry. 2. Poinsettias began as a traditional Christmas flower in Victorian England and are named for their pointed petals. 3. There’s a plant called the Christ-

Where did the Poinsettia get its name? Mary. Remember the words of the old carol: “The holly bears a berry/As red as any blood,/And Mary bore sweet Jesus Christ/To do poor sinners good.” 7. The Christmas tree first was introduced in England by Germanborn Prince Albert, Queen Victoria’s consort. 8. Lights were first used on Christmas trees to imitate the stars of the sky.

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UPPER BEACHES OFFICE SPACE Ideal for medical professionals, lawyers or accountants

Photo/Art Great Holiday Gift! Convert to Digital

Slides, Prints DVD’S, Tapes

416-690-2880

(r)

Prime Beach Location

Free Pick up & delivery Call or text Peter 416-562-8664 1 tape $25. Slides/prints 65¢/ea

(17)

Rent Tables, Chairs, Tents, Tablecloths and more!

A la carte services. Affordable rates. An-

416-420-8696

www.cozysuites.com (22r)

Suite Lovat B&B Large one bedroom, shared bath with one woman, light breakfast. $85/night, parking available. Photos available.

Call or text

416 699 1782 brigittagradante@gmail.com 4 offices for rent in shared space with access to large conference room, kitchenette $600/mo. More info at https://spacelist.ca/search?agent_ id=49418&property_type_id=1&city_ ids=67&keywords=Davies%20Avenue

Good treads and rims 2 sets available $200/set 195/65R15 910 225/65R17 102T (18)

SCOOTER

(18)

We buy! - We pay cash!

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)

Chalet Beauty Bar Perms for short hair - $28 Pensioner’s are welcome We do all types of hair

416-466-3766

(r)

The Therapy Studio

Facials, Reiki Indian Head Massage Botox & fillers AWT Cellulite Treatments

647-352-3348

Book online • Free Parking • Accessible (22r)

Cosmetic Botox, Juvaderm Filler, Sclerotherapy for spider & varicose veins. Radiowave treatment for facial veins, with Dr. Cathy Andrew. For an appointment call Beaches Health Group (18) 416-698-5861

485 Kingston Rd.

Featuring Bachelors, 1 & 2 Bedroom renovated suites. (r)

25 Parkette Place Newly renovated 2 Bedroom Apartment $1,175 1 Bedroom Apartment $ 975

Employment Wanted

Close to schools, shops, community centre and public transit. For inquiries, please call:

Experienced

Spacious 3 Bedroom House

416-522-3235 or 416-654-5479 (18)

Hairstylist + Skincare Tec with business background looking for p/t position. Call Lisa

416-690-2454

(17)

Queen/Silver Birch Shared backyard, parking. Laundry ensuite. Steps away from Queen St. E., boardwalk. Easy access to Gardiner & Lakeshore Blvd. $2,595 + utils

Randy 416-689-7366 www.viewit.ca\81545

Sports cards,Hockey, Baseball and more, Toys, Comic books, Records,Star Wars, Star Trek, sports programs 1950’s-80’s

Steven 416.323.0403

(19)

(r)

Luxurious Beach Suites

416-699-7110 Vlad

(18)

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Books wanted: art, photography, literature, aviation, military, poetry, sports, music, Canadiana, etc. Inno Dubelaar Books, 53 Dixon Ave. 416-694-9355 or 416-878-4319 inno. dubelaar@gmail.com (6/17)

(r)

BEACH HOME HELP

Mature energetic local couple Odd jobs, small repairs. TV/Computer help, errands,. Have car for outings & shopping. References. 416 316 2872 beachhomehelp@gmail.com (19)

Home Decor

Vienna Upholstery 2358 Kingston Rd. (w. of Midland)

416-698-9000

(r)

BLIND AMBITION Custom Window Coverings

SLIP-ON SLIPCOVERS & Soft Furnishings Slipons.ca Cynthia Lovat-Fraser 416-575-6113

Affordable Certified IT Serving the beach for over 10 yrs

www.computer-assist.ca 416-801-6921 (20r)

* Lanigan’s Contracting* * *

Reliable Snow Service

Backyard Basement Garage cleanups Rubbish Removal Small Demolitions Free Estimates

Call Bob 416-699-5306 cell 416-459-4137

GARBAGEGONE.CA

www.classicrestoration.ca (18)

RUBBISH REMOVAL

WASTE REMOVAL

WE CLEAN OUT YOUR JUNK NOT YOUR WALLET. ASK ABOUT OUR LOAD IT YOURSELF POLICY. SAVE MONEY. 416 690 0117 • 416 569 3236 (r)

(18r)

All Day Cleaning Special for first-time clients. For your home/condo/office. Reliable, trustworthy, efficient cleaning service.

Have you seen your floors lately?

THE CLEANING SERVICES OF STEVEN PICTON Personalized Residential Housekeeping 35 yrs. experience. References bspw.me@gmail.com

647 980 4973

(18)

DELUXE

WINDOW CLEANING

Windows - Eaves Painting and more... Call Gary 647-829-5965 (18)

Music

Bach to ROCK 416-699-8333

(21)

(20)

BEACH PUPPY LOVE

- Providing loving care to beach pets since 2003 - Flexible scheduling - Dog walking, pet sitting, in home boarding - Bonded & Insured

(22r)

Cleaning Services

(r)

PIANO TUNING REPAIRS AND

APPRAISALS

416-699-3772

(19)

FUN PIANO LESSONS

in the Beaches Learn from a highly experienced teacher and professional entertainer! Brad Alexander www.alexandermusic.ca 416 219-1271 (18)

PIANO LESSONS

Teacher with European and Canadian experience. Individualized program or RCM approach. Over 15 years in the Beach.

416-699-5560

(21)

Tutoring

CARPET, UPHOLSTERY RUG CLEANING

TO SERVE AND RESPECT

BEST JOB & PRICE GUARANTEED

416-567-3205

(21r)

HEALTHY HOME

CARPET & UPHOLSTERY CLEANING

• Bio-degradable, non-allergenic products used • Drying time 3-4 hours • Bonded, insured, certified Free At Home Estimates!

Call 416-783-3434

(21)

*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

Contact Irena

416-825-9705

Kingston Rd/Vic Park

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

*Bonded*

Weekly • Bi-weekly • One time cleaning Reliable & efficient

Scarboro Music

CAT CARE SERVICE

(18)

EXPERIENCED CLEANING LADY

We teach it all!

STEAM CLEANING LTD.

416 759-8878

offer complete and thorough cleaning service for your house • office • condo Call Ilona 416-427-3815 (22)

(18)

ULTRA

35 Years experience

EUROPEAN CLEANING LADIES

Free quotes

(r)

Classic Restoration & Woodworking

CALL MARY OR JOHN

B&W DISPOSAL

www.beachpuppylove.com

FURNITURE REFINISHING + REPAIR

416-264-1495 CELL 416-567-4019

(2/17)

416 389 9234

- Lawn Cutting - Fall Property Clean Ups - Eavestrough Cleaning 416-414-5883 info@blpm.ca (18r)

For more info, call Beata at

(19)

416-569-2181

(r)

416.233.6462 or 647-550-4043 cleancomfortservices.com (22r)

Call Candy at 416 691-3170 (r)

- COMPLETE RECYCLING - DEMOLITION SPECIALISTS

CALL GLEN

24 HRS 16’ Cube Van & Pick up Truck Service

Pet Services

WAYNE’S

(r)

EXPRESS JUNK REMOVAL

647-646-1996

HOME OFFICE: Computer repair

416-HOME-126 (416-466-3126)

(19)

Cheap Junk Removal Same Day Service Demolition Local Beach Business

General Services

KSTS Computer Support (VISA/MC)

For light moves/deliveries, cleanups, etc. • FIREWOOD Efficient. Best rates. Call Max

Cleaning specialists •Windows •Eavestroughs •Decks •Siding

Computer Services In-home/office, established professional, support service Serving Beach businesses since 1994 Service plans available

(r)

Insured/Metro. B Lic.

647-899-9074

COLLECTIBLES WANTED

416-827-8095

138 Main St. (South of Gerrard)

www.thetherapystudio.ca

BUYING BEST PRICES PAID

1 Bdrm $1,325

KLEEN WINDOWS

For estimate call

Magnificent 650 Woodbine

SPA SERVICES at

PARKING NEEDED

x8 www.hardingandking.com

Beach Suites

(r)

Drapes, Blinds, Valances Also Duvet Covers, Shams, etc.

for new car - year round. (Queen-Balsam area) Please contact Ron at: cell 416-268-6733 pager 416-381-3339

Dazzling, completely renovated suites. Kitchens with granite counters & stainless steel appliances. Modern washrooms, dark-stained hardwood floors, beautiful window treatment. MUST BE SEEN!

416-624-3837

647-235-6690

Need a Friendly Helping Hand?

R.E. Services Inc. Brokerage We make owning real estate & being a Landlord painless, easy & profitable. Call now 416-699-9714

FULLY INSURED

Best Prices/Free Estimates

New batteries.

INDOOR

(near Coxwell)

JIM’S APPLIANCE SERVICE

416-706-7130 905-706-7130 www.kleenwindows.ca

LANDLORDS For Peace of Mind Call

1562 Queen St. E.

(r)

3 wheel scooter for sale.

Personal Care

Harding & King

Specializing in: Residential Demolition, Rubbish Removal, Garage, Basement & Yard Cleanups Driveway Friendly Rental Bins Available

416-820-1527

Call 416-648-4410

Apartment/ Home for Rent

(21r)

(18)

REG’S APPLIANCE

Repairs to all major appliances, vacuums, and microwaves. Fast, friendly service. Good rates.

MICHELIN SNOW TIRES

416-686-8248

MAN WITH PICK-UP TRUCK

Repairs to fridges, stoves, washers, dryers, dishwashers

(r)

(18r)

RUBBISH REMOVAL

www.regsappliance.com

Buying Sports Collectibles and Memorabilia. Hockey, Baseball, Football, Basketball, cards, programs, magazines, tickets, pucks, jerseys, posters and oddball items. Please call Grant after 5 p.m. at 647-403-0297 or email at bretsky@rogers.com (19)

Call 416 400 9303 today for more information. PartyRentalsInToronto.com

Household Services

rileyswindowcleaning.com

BEACHES LAWN & PROPERTY MAINTENANCE

CLEVER DISPOSAL

(21r)

•Fast friendly service for 30 years •CESA certified

For Sale

Call 416 690-1901

Simply Accounting, “cloud computing”.

416-691-6893

Wanted (18)

Party Services

(r)

A family business since 1956

416 421-5758

(r)

10+ years experience Plumbing, Electrical, Carpentry, Painting, and Handy Work. Randall 416-450-0599 MRFIXIT@rogers.com

RILEYS’ WINDOW CLEANING Window & Eaves Cleaning Gutter Filter Installation

PROFESSIONAL, MATURE, RELIABLE RENOVATIONS AND REPAIRS

COZY SUITES INN

SALON CHAIR RENTAL

View on Computer & TV

416-694-6241

tonella 416-464-2766

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

MR. FIX-IT

Business & Personal Income Tax Computer Bookkeeping & Accounting HELLARRA SERVICES INC. 1232 Kingston Rd., Suite 5 Toronto, ON M1N 1P3

Bed & Breakfast Best accommodations in the Beach * kitchen * fireplace * parking * wi/fi 5 Star reviews *(3 night minimum!)*

SCARBOROUGH DISPOSAL LTD. WASTE REMOVAL & EXCAVATION

416-265-7979

specialists, Strong on QuickBooks,

lovatfraserc@gmail.com 416-575-6113

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

Volunteers Needed to deliver BEACH METRO NEWS

Financial Services

Expert Bookkeeping, Small business

The advertiser is responsible for checking the accuracy of the advertisement after the first insertion. Beach Metro News is not liable for errors and non-insertions in subsequent issues. Beach Metro News accepts advertising in good faith and does not endorse any advertisers or advertisements.

Announcement

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Computer Services - Home office & small business. Hardware & software support. Network and security setup. PC/Mac support, Web site design. 416438-6360. www.atlasnetwork.ca (18)

WWW.EUROPEANCLEAN.COM (19r)

HELP WITH MATH & ENGLISH call ALBERTO 416 690 9389 for • new term catch-up • • in-depth homework/test help • • essay-writing + study skills • • numeracy + literacy support • INDIV/GRP TUITION IN YOUR HOME QUALIFIED + EXPERIENCED TEACHER, K-12 PROVEN SUCCESS - REFS AVAILABLE (18r)

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. (20r)

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

(19r)

Tuesday, November 29, 2016

MATH SPECIALIST

CANADIAN TREE CARE

• In-home tutoring in HS math/physics • Focussing on long-term success • Experience in all grades/core courses

Hire a tutor with in-depth knowledge, practical experience & a real passion for math.

416-875-1883 math.avopticom.ca

(18)

JAPANESE & JAPANESE CULTURE TUTORING

All Levels and Purposes by Friendly Flexible Qualified Experienced instructor. Call/text 647 607 1213 (19)

TUTORING

Junior, Intermediate, Senior University, Academic, College, Applied English, History, Geography, Civics, Religion Essays, Reports, Research, Editing, Reading, Shakespeare $50/hr Bernie Burns 416-723-3913 30 year Teacher/Administrator (18)

Bilingual School

416-698-1923

Landscapers

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

Award Winning Design & Build

25 years Experience High Quality • On Schedule One-of-a-Kind Outdoor Living Spaces

416-288-1499

www.greenapple.ca

(r)

Nurturing, supportive care, flexible hours. Early Childhood Education Specialists to answer your questions. Call 416-698-0750 daycareconnection.net

(r)

EAST TORONTO VILLAGE

www.abbamovers.ca

(r)

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! S e e o u r ad o n page 10

(r)

FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE FOR ADULTS WITH CHILDREN

B I R T H TO S I X Y E A R S

• 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

(r)

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 (21) Amazing Nanny Available! We have had the pleasure of working with Aleni for the last 14 years. She has been a partner in raising our children and has been like a part of our family. As our children are now grown, she is looking for her next family to work with and we would highly recommend her based on our experience. A glowing reference will be enthusiastically provided. To reach Aleni: 416-543-3025 (18)

KIM PRICE Landscape Design 647-545-5143

(19)

Garden & Tree BEACH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE -Lawn Cutting / Care -Fall Property Clean Ups -Eavestrough Cleaning -Hedge Trimming

416-414-5883

(18r)

BEACH PROPERTY MAINTENANCE -Lawn Cutting -Fall Property Clean Ups -Fall Leaf Removal -Winter Salting Services

MAINTENANCE

-Lawn Cutting -Fall Property Clean Ups -Mulching Services -Fall Leaf Removal -Eavestrough Cleaning

EXCLUSIVE LAWN & LANDSCAPE

647 679 3282

(19)

Landscaping solutions to customize your space.

Very professional movers. Neat and safe. Houses, Condos, Apartments. Local & long distance. Always on time. Discounts • Flat rate available

INTERIOR PAINTING

All work guaranteed Fully insured • Free estimate (18)

BEACH PLUMBING Small Repairs to complete houses Renovations

IN THE BEACH LANDSCAPE MAINTENANCE SPECIALISTS

• Weekly & Bi-Weekly Lawn Cutting • FALL Clean-ups • Fertilization & Aeration • Hedge Trimming & Pruning • SNOW REMOVAL 647-210-LAWN (5296) (18) www.beachlawns.ca

Professional Quality Service Repairs-Renovations-Installations

Steve 647-853-6420

(5)

‘As Promised’ Painting *** Free Estimates *** We stand by our contracts, big or small. Also do Drywall and Plaster Repairs and more

IDEAL

LANDSCAPING

LAWN MAINTENANCE COMPLETE LANDSCAPING • CLEANUPS SPRING & FALL • FULLY LICENSED AND INSURED • DISCOUNT FOR SENIORS

Dianne 416 699 5070

(r)

PROFESSIONAL PAINTER (18)

Movers

Richard Durocher Interior & Exterior Small to Mid-size jobs

647 401 7970

“Always on Time and on Budget”

• Small and Big Moves • All Kinds of Delivery Services incl. cottage country • Junk and Rubbish Removal

www.thegoodmoves.com Call Hakan: 416 899-3980 (2/17)

A.S.M. MOVERS REASONABLE RATES

(18.)

416-694-2470

No job too small for all your repair and painting needs (20)

WALLPAPER

(2/17)

BEACH HILL

PAINTING

INTERIOR, EXTERIOR QUALITY PAINTING; KITCHEN CABINET REFINISHING & CUSTOM PAINT; STAINING & WATER PROOFING, DECKS & FENCES

25 years • Free estimates

(19)

Dave 416 694 4369

Plumbing & Drains All types of plumbing work. Smallest leak - complete bath reno. Internal & external drain excavating. Call the professionals 416-480-0622

(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.

ATLANTIS PLUMBING &

DRAINS Dishwasher & Gas Repairs

dave@beachhillpainting.com (19)

(18)

MASTER PLUMBER

PLUMBER CONTRACTOR Fully licensed & insured. Lic #T94

George: 416-278-7057 or Gabston Reno: 647-342-2872 (1r)

NEED A PLUMBER Toilets • Faucets Leaks • Drains Very affordable All work guaranteed 416-558-8453

MURPHY

ELECTRIC ECRA/ESA#7004508

(1/17)

ELECTRICIAN

COMPLETE ELECTRICAL SERVICES RESIDENTIAL AND COMMERCIAL

416-833-3006

VISA / MC / AMERICAN EXPRESS

(19)

Lic: 7006786

MASTER ELECTRICIAN George: 416-278-7057 or Gabston Reno: 647-342-2872

MBX ELECTRIC LTD. Residential • Commercial - Knob & Tube Wiring - Service Panel Upgrades - Renovations & Alterations

Call Marc 416-910-1235

POWER

PANEL & SERVICE UPGRADE TROUBLESHOOTING & WIRING ANY KIND OF SMALL OR BIG JOB. REASONABLE PRICE

Call: 416.939.7833

(3)

PLUMBING SERVICES

No job too small 15 years in the Beaches 416 833 6692 martin@mapm.ca (21/17)

www.beachmetro.com

COXWELL ROOFING

Flat Roofs & Shingles Aluminum Siding ~ Fascia & Soffit Eavestrough Cleaned & Replaced Tuck Pointing & Much More Free Estimates • Metro Lic. B17416

416-694-7497 ~ 416-423-4245

(r)

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

416-910-8033

(23r)

CANADIAN CONTRACTORS Shingles • Flats Roof Repairs • Metal Work Eavestroughing & Siding Waterproofing • Since 1984

(22)

Shingles • Flats • Cedar Free Estimates Residential & Commercial Tel: 416-752-6453 Cell: 416-788-9020 Lic# B16393

(21)

TORONTO ROOFING INDUSTRIES LTD. 416 694 0906

torontoroofingindustries.com (18)

ROBINSON CARPENTRY

EAVESTROUGH Cleaned, Repaired & Replaced

Quality Craftsmanship with Attention to Detail Local Carpenter Serving

MARK 416 447-9631

The Beach For 35 Yrs. Clyde Robinson 416 691 8241 www.robinsoncarpentry.com

BLACKJACK ROOFING

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

www.eavestroughcleaningtoronto.ca

(19)

Trades GNOMEWORKS

Bill Watson 647-283-0095 (18.)

REX NORMAN CARPENTRY

Master of Carpentry specializing in interior & exterior finishing, decks, stairs, windows, doors, railings, book shelving, feature walls and much more. Putting quality first. (19)

• CARPENTRY / TRIM • DRYWALL PATCHING • SMALL JOB SPECIALIST “Serving the Beach Since 1980”

Mark Denington

416-691-8693

(r)

HANDYMAN SERVICES “No Job Too Small”

•CARPENTRY •PLUMBING •ELECTRICAL

G. LOCKE

•PAINTING •STAINING •DRYWALL REPAIR •PARGING •DECK & FENCE REPAIR •MINOR REPAIRS

Accomplished Finish Carpenter 25 yrs exp

Marc 416-617-7205

CABINETRY, BUILT-INS

(r)

GODFREY RENOVATIONS & REPAIRS LTD. (22)

Complete Kitchen, bathroom & basement. Interior/Exterior Painting & Carpentry. Doors, Windows, Siding, Fences, Decks, Patios •NO JOB TOO SMALL• Metro Lic. #B9948

Roofers

ED GODFREY

416-264-8517

Queen St. Roofing

(r)

WET BASEMENT ? Foundation Repair/Waterproofing

• Shingle and Flat Roofing Repairs • Install Downpipes • Eavestrough cleaning For a Free Estimate ask for Lawrence

416-698-2613

(19)

Local • Reliable • Professional Servicing the beach for 15 years.

Carpenters

PORCHES, DECKS, FENCES

MARTIN PETROV

Serving the Beach 25 years Metro Lic 416-694-7402

J. BROW ROOFING

(22r)

INT/EXT TRIM & STAIRCASES

(18r)

Roofing Flats • Shingles Siding • Fascia Soffit Eavestrough • Skylights & much more

Met. Lic. B-16-964

Electrical

Glenn 416 837 9298

GENERAL CONTRACTING

Steve 416-285-0440

COMPANY

Call Rex 416-889-1963 rexn@rogers.com

For all your roofing needs In the Beaches since 1974 FAMILY OWNED & OPERATED

Gus:

Lic# 7009221

TOM DAY

416-265-4558 Cell 416-727-1595

42 yrs

(18)

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)

Heating, Boilers & Radiator Repairs Reno, Repairs - LICENSED

HARM’S PAINTING

INSTALLATION RESTORATION INVISIBLE REPAIRS Rod 416-766-4066 see roderickdunn.com

NEIGHBOURHOOD PLUMBING

(r)

Master Electrician Lic. ESA ECRA #7000314

MET LIC P18238, BBB A+, WSIB Master Plumber: Franc Zamernik

24 hr. - lic# P1624

416-690-1630

(1r)

LTD

CITY WIDE ROOFING

KEW BEACH

FREE ESTIMATES 15% less best price guaranteed Work done by Andrew Clayton

Fully licensed & insured. ECRA/ESA #7008706 (r)

(r)

416-690-1430 • 416-266-8953 quotes@citywideroofing.ca www.citywideroofing.ca (19)

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR

ONTARIO WATER PLUMBING

(23r)

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

(r)

Big or small we do them all (r)

www.ontariowaterplumbing.com

SERENITY PAINTING

Lic - Insured • Free Estimate

MASTER

Plumbing • Heating • Drains Renovation, Repair & Installation

ALL TYPES OF ROOFS

- Shingles & Flats- Repair & Tune ups - Cedar & Slate - Re-roofs & new work

Doug 416-871-1734 Jeff 647-686-8103

Proud To Have Served Our Community For Over 50 Years Specializing in Service Upgrades and Knob & Tube Wiring

Cell 416-529-5426

Mobile: 416-834-8474 Office: 416-757-6537

Experienced. Reliable. Professional Work Guaranteed. Drywall Repairs. Competitive Rates. Beach Resident.

ECRA/ESA LIC#7001069

Knob & tube rewiring Service Upgrades

416-690-0173

50 years in the Beach

FRANZ’S PAINTING

CEJA ELECTRIC

Knob & tube • No job too small

416 691-3555

PROWAY

Don’t call them, call those roofers

(16/17)

Metro Lic. # E-594 / ACP # M-R1507

Plumbers

(r)

THOSE ROOFERS

CLAYTON ELECTRIC

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.paulospainting.com (22)

Family owned & operated 26 years in business

(r)

GREEN ISLE ELECTRIC

DECLAN O’MEARA 416-698-6183 ESA LIC# 7002668

-Flat Roofs-Shingles-Eavestrough Toronto Fire/Police References An Honest Family Service

Tel. 416-569-2181

CARL 647-787-5818

Lic. #P-15099

Larry’s Painting & Repairs

Fault Finding Knob & Tube Rewiring Service upgrades Insurance certificates

*Ask For Photo I.D.*

Local resident w/32 yrs. exp.

690-8533

Painters

CONTRACTING CO.

LOCAL ELECTRICIAN

CELL 416-875-5781

LANIGAN’S

Electricians

free estimates

MIKE PARKER PLUMBING

(18)

Call Franz 416-690-8722

www.scotstonecontracting.com Call Scott 416.858.2452 (18r)

- will do small moving jobs - local or long distance - removal & pick up of various items (19)

(18)

WG PAINTING

(19)

Free Estimates & References Available (10/17)

Scotstone

416-422-4864 416-346-9994

hugos_painting@hotmail.com

416.797.6731

Traditional stone walls, steps, interlocking paths, patios & decks.

Call Andre: cell:

25 yrs. experience Residential interior & exterior Call Hugo 416-824-2957 Free Estimates

proway.painting@gmail.com

MAN WITH CARGO VAN

- Spring & Fall Clean-ups - Lawn Cutting - Fertilizing - Seeding - Sodding - Aeration

$29 / hr. + 1 hr. & up 1 man $39/hr 2-$49 • 3-$65 • 4-$85 7 days Dan 647-763-5257

Interior • Exterior Residential • Commercial Plastering • Drywall

- Decks - Fences - Retaining Walls - Repairs - All Stone Work

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BEACH METRO NEWS

East End holiday celebrations aplenty By Anna Killen

THE 10TH annual Hamper’s Santa Claus parade weaved its way through the East End this past weekend, the Boardwalk was illuminated thanks to DeClute’s annual Light up the Beach event last Friday, and holiday bazaars have been a fixture at worship and community centres for several weekends. But there are still a number of marquee events for the East End holiday season. The annual “Christmas in the Park” tree lighting ceremony will be taking place on December 3 in Kew Gardens at the Alex Christie Bandshell. The event runs from 5:30 p.m. to 6:30 p.m. and will feature carol singing, hot chocolate and dignitaries, as well as a special visit from Santa and Mrs. Claus who will be arriving in style riding a convertible along Queen Street East. For those who wish to remain active during the season, December 4 it is the Tannenbaum 10k along the Martin Goodman Trail. Beginning at 10 a.m. this annual run is a flat, fast, and very festive race in the heart of the Beach. Santa and his helpers even get off the sleigh and onto the raceway. The race raises money – over $18,000 each year – for Centre 55’s Share a Christmas Program. December 10, join Santa at the Cottage at the Gardener’s Cottage on Lee Avenue in Kew Gardens from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Hosted by the Toronto Beach Rotary, visitors are encouraged to drink hot chocolate, eat treats, and chat and take pictures with Santa — bring your camera. Donations of non-perishable

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Santa helps illuminate the boardwalk at Declute’s annual Light up the Beach event November 25.

food items will benefit Centre 55’s Christmas food drive. Carolling in the Park, a Beach favourite, takes place December 13 at Glen Stewart Park. Meet at Glen Manor Drive and Queen Street East (south of the bridge, north of Queen) from 7:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Sing along is accompanied by the Salvation Army Band and song sheets will be provided. For holiday entertainment, Acoustic Harvest presents John Huston’s take

on a Christmas Carol December 4. The Cantemus Singers perform “In Dulci Jubilo!” December 3 and 4. Toronto Beach Chorale opens its 2016/2017 season with an evening of beautiful, festive music on December 4. See more holiday entertainment and arts beginning on Page 14. More event listings and information can also be found in the community calendar section, and by visiting www.beachmetro. com.

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Christmas plants tell a story Continued from Page 19 Answers to Mary-Fran McQuade’s holiday plant quiz: 1. False. The familiar Christmas cactus plant isn’t a cactus at all. It grows in the hollows of trees in the Brazilian rain forest and gets its food and water from the air. As a tropical plant, it likes regular watering and should be misted occasionally in our warm, dry homes. 2. False. The Christmas poinsettia got its start in the U.S. in 1828, when James Poinsett, that country’s first ambassador to Mexico, sent some of the plants back to his home in South Carolina. Their everyday names come from his, though botanically, they’re Euphorbia pulcherimma. 3. True. The Christmas rose is actually a Hellebore. It got its name because it bloomed in Britain around Christmastime under the old Julian calendar, which Brits used until the 18th century. 4. False. Mistletoe gets its loving nature from the story of the Norse goddess Freya, her son Baldur and that wicked god, Loki. Freya asked every living thing to promise not to harm her beloved son – but she missed the inconspicuous mistletoe. Loki then thought up a game where the gods threw their weapons at Baldur and watched them bounce off. But tricky Loki persuaded one god to use an arrow of mistletoe, which, of course, killed Baldur. In the end, Baldur was resurrected so Freya changed the mistletoe into a lasting symbol of love. 5. False. Rosemaries make charming miniature trees, but they’ll die in outdoor containers in our Canadian winters. 6. False. The beautiful carol hides a more complicated back story. At one time, holly was considered masculine and ivy, feminine. Older versions of the song make a big deal of holly wearing the crown and ivy twining around “him.” The link between the two plants even goes back to Roman times. They were part of the Saturnalia revels – a winter celebration that was replaced by Christmas. 7. False. The prince certainly popularized the Christmas tree, but Victoria’s granny, Queen Charlotte, was also Germanborn and set up the first Christmas tree in 1800 at Windsor

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