Riverdale-East York Archives

Riverdale-East York covers the old Borough of East York east of the Don Valley, as well as Riverdale which straddles Danforth Avenue south of East York and stretches as far south as Lakeshore Drive. It also includes South Riverdale (sometimes called Riverside), Greektown, Playter Estates, Broadview North, the north end of Greenwood-Coxwell, Danforth Village, Woodbine Heights, O’Connor-Parkview and Crescent Town.

Presentations & Workshops THINGS TO DO

Jan. 31: Skin care and tea blending workshop at apothecary

January 17, 2020January 17, 2020 Streeter staff 0 Comment Gerrard Street East, Orenda Clinic, tea

The Orenda Clinic and Apothecary at 623 Gerrard St. E. offers an evening of learning on Jan. 31 from 6:30 to 8 p.m.

Presentations & Workshops THINGS TO DO

Jan. 31: Chocolate-making workshop in East York

January 17, 2020January 17, 2020 Streeter staff 0 Comment Memorial Park Avenue, S. Walter Stewart Library

S. Walter Stewart Library offers a chocolate-making workshop for beginners and chocolate loverfs age 18 and over on Jan. 31 from 6 to 7:30 p.m.

Community Events THINGS TO DO

Jan. 27: Open house on Danforth Study

January 13, 2020January 17, 2020 Streeter staff 0 Comment Brad Bradford, Danforth Avenue, Danforth Study, Hanson Street, Monarch Park Collegiate, Paula Fletcher

The second Danforth Study Open House takes place at Monarch Park Collegiate Institute, 1 Hanson St., in the cafeteria on Jan. 27.

Exhibits THINGS TO DO

Jan. 17–26: Erie Canal exhibit at Todmorden

January 3, 2020January 15, 2020 Streeter staff 0 Comment DesignTO, Pottery Road, Todmorden Mills

DesignTO presents an exhibit exploring through cast clay vessels the marginalized histories that made the Erie Canal possible.

THINGS TO DO

Fridays: Winter fun at Evergreen Brick Works

December 28, 2019January 15, 2020 Streeter staff 0 Comment Bayview Avenue, Evergreen Brick Works, Skating

You can skate under the stars, grab a hot chocolate (or something stronger), and cozy up around the fire with some street fare at Evergreen Winter Fridays.

*FEATURED Opinion VIEWS

Rules suggested for dog owners in park

December 10, 2019December 17, 2019 Jason Shvili dogs, Off-leash Area, Withrow Park

Off-leash dog parks have their problems, including a sheer lack of etiquette and respect for fellow dog owners, according to one.

DAILY UPDATES

Riverdale-East York Daily Updates

November 30, 2019December 2, 2019 Streeter staff arts and crafts, Brad Bradford, Cedarvale Avenue, Danforth Avenue, Eastminster United Church, federal election, Halloween, Hanson Street, hit and run, homicide, Julie Dabrusin, Monarch Park Collegiate, Paula Fletcher, power outage, shooting, Toronto Hydro, Toronto Police, Toronto-Danfroth, trees, Victoria Park Avenue

A quick look at news, views and things to do in Riverdale-East York neighbourhoods.

Arts & Music Events THINGS TO DO

Dec. 8: Riverdale Share concert on Danforth

November 24, 2019December 2, 2019 Streeter staff Danforth Avenue, Danforth Music Hall, Riverdale Share

The annual Riverdale Share concert is back on Sunday, Dec. 8 at 3 p.m. at the Danforth Music Hall, 147 Danforth Ave.

Shows & Sales THINGS TO DO

Dec. 7–8: Model railroad Holiday Show

November 23, 2019November 23, 2019 Streeter staff Curity Avenue, Model Railroad Club of Toronto, model railroading

The Model Railroad Club of Toronto hosts its 2019 Holiday Show in East York at 11 Curity Ave. on Saturday, Dec. 7 and Sunday, Dec. 8.

*FEATURED NEWS

Graphic video shows East York hit-and-run homicide

November 21, 2019November 23, 2019 Jay Garak hit and run, homicide, murder, Stan Wadlow Clubhouse, Stan Wadlow Park, Toronto Police

The alleged murder of 16-year-old local boy Matthew Dreaver on Oct. 7 is shown in a video released by police on Thursday.

Birdhouse designer at arts and crafts show

*FEATURED NEWS

Arts and crafts sale helps provide food and shelter

November 19, 2019November 29, 2019 Rodger Burnside arts and crafts, Danforth Avenue, Eastminster United Church, Toronto East Rotary Club

Hundreds of people filled the huge, multi-levelled basement of Eastminster United Church on Danforth Avenue on Saturday to buy arts and crafts.

Shows & Sales THINGS TO DO

Nov. 30: Holiday in the Hood at Earl Beatty School

November 16, 2019November 18, 2019 Streeter staff Earl Beatty Public School, market, Woodington Avenue

Earl Beatty Public School at 55 Woodington Ave., near Coxwell and Danforth avenues, is hosting its annual Holiday in the Hood event on Nov. 30.

Arts & Music Events THINGS TO DO

Nov. 30–Dec. 22: Winter Village at Evergreen Brick Works

November 16, 2019November 18, 2019 Streeter staff Bayview Avenue, Evergreen Brick Works, market, Tafelmusik

The Winter Village is back at Evergreen Brick Works — to skate on the outdoor rink, shop at the holiday market for gifts from artisans, and try tasty foods.