Old East York Archives

Nov. 30: Mindfulness sing-alongs for kids and parents

November 16, 2018November 22, 2018 Streeter staff 0 Comment Memorial Park Avenue, mindfulness, S. Walter Stewart Library

Kids can learn about mindfulness in a fun, musical way with simple, easy-to-remember techniques for reducing stress at S. Walter Stewart Library.

Community Events THINGS TO DO

Nov. 26: Open house for Danforth streetscape plan

November 12, 2018November 17, 2018 Streeter staff Danforth Avenue, Danforth Mosaic BIA

The Danforth Mosaic BIA is holding an open house on Nov. 26 to get local feedback on its proposed Streetscape Master Plan.

Community Events THINGS TO DO

Nov. 24: Holly Berry Fair at St. Luke’s

November 10, 2018November 12, 2018 Streeter staff Coxwell Avenue, Holly Berry Fair, St. Luke's Anglican Church

St. Luke’s Anglican Church presents it annual Holly Berry Fair on Nov. 24 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., including crafts, raffle, tea room, treasures and more.

For Seniors THINGS TO DO

Nov. 22: Seniors improve balance and coordination

November 8, 2018November 15, 2018 Streeter staff Eric Daw, Memorial Park Avenue, S. Walter Stewart

Eric Daw, an older adult specialist and personal trainer, shows “How Seniors Can Improve Their Balance and Coordination” at S.Walter Stewart Library.

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Nov. 20: Making financial lemonade at S. Walter Stewart

November 6, 2018October 28, 2018 Streeter staff finances, Memorial Park Avenue, S. Walter Stewart Library

Teacher and financial coach Liz Schieck shows how to get your money under control at S. Walter Stewart Library, 170 Memorial Park Ave.

For Kids THINGS TO DO

Nov. 10: Create your own adventure at S. Walter Stewart

October 27, 2018October 29, 2018 Streeter staff Memorial Park Avenue, S. Walter Stewart Library

Jeff Szpirglas, author of Canadian Survival, will be talking about how to create an action-packed, choose-your-own adventure at S. Walter Stewart Library.

Paula Fletcher re-elected in Toronto-Danforth

NEWS

Fletcher crushes former ally and opponent in Toronto-Danforth

October 23, 2018October 28, 2018 Rodger Burnside Danforth Avenue, Doug Ford, Fox and Fiddle, Mary Fragedakis, municipal election, Paula Fletcher, Sidewalk Café

It was an “historical election,” Toronto-Danforth’s re-elected councillor Paula Fletcher told about 120 cheering supporters at the Fox and Fiddle.

Presentations THINGS TO DO

Nov. 1: How to make a will at East York library

October 18, 2018October 28, 2018 Streeter staff Memorial Park Avenue, Ontario Bar Association, S. Walter Stewart Library

You can learn about the importance of having a will and powers of attorney for you and your family at S. Walter Stewart Library on Nov. 1.

Presentations THINGS TO DO

Oct. 26: Frankenstein and other Victorian science fiction

October 12, 2018October 8, 2018 Streeter staff Frankenstein Dreams, Memorial Park Avenue, S. Walter Stewart Library, science fiction

Michael Sims discuss the importance of Victorian science fiction literature and why the genre remains relevant today, as presented in Frankenstein Dreams.

For Seniors THINGS TO DO

Oct. 25: Nutrition in the golden years at S.Walter Stewart

October 11, 2018October 28, 2018 Streeter staff Memorial Park Avenue, Nutrition, S. Walter Stewart

S. Walter Stewart presents Nutrition in Our Golden Years: A Healthy Eating Guide for Optimal Health on Oct. 25.

Presentations THINGS TO DO

Oct. 23: Is Uber helping or hurting public transportation?

October 9, 2018 Streeter staff Lyft, Memorial Park Avenue, S. Walter Stewart Library, Uber

Professor Jonathan Hall of the University of Toronto presents his research on the effect of Uber, Lyft and other ride-hailing companies.

Presentations THINGS TO DO

Oct. 5: The fight over Hockey Night in Canada

September 21, 2018September 30, 2018 Streeter staff hockey, Memorial Park Avenue, S. Walter Stewart Library

Veteran sportswriter David Shoalts covers the story of how CBC lost Hockey Night in Canada and how Rogers’ $5.2-billion deal with the NHL didn’t work out.