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a non-profit community resource since 1972 funded by our advertisers distributed free by your neighbours volume 40 no 5 may 3 2011 join jane s walks may 7/8 by melinda drake celebrate the legacy of urban activist jane jacobs by joining one of the many jane s walks being held in the east end on saturday may 7 and sunday may 8 jacobs was a firm believer in the importance of neighbourhoods and she encouraged local residents to take part in the planning and development of their surroundings jane s walks take you through those neighbourhoods a saturday walk looks at the other danforth the life and death of upper midway led by stephen wickens find out how the danforth area around coxwell and woodbine avenues began to develop in the 1920s meet at wise guys 2301 danforth ave at oak park at 2 p.m on sunday may 8 beach metro news history columnist gene domagala hosts women of distinction village of east toronto then and now explore the history of the main and gerrard street area and hear about the many influential women who shaped the village s past meet at community centre 55 97 main st at 1 p.m for more information about these and other jane s walks in the city see page 11 or visit www.janeswalk.net easter parade eggstravaganza griffin 12 had one of the most colourful costumes in the parade thousands of people lined queen street east on easter sunday for the annual beaches lions easter parade from marching bands to clowns vintage streetcars and the easter bunny himself the crowd was kept entertained between nursewood road and woodbine avenue photo phil lameira inside race to the wire in beaches/east york hard fought do know that this election was very hard fought in this riding it seemed like almost every other lawn sported a i would love to be announcing the winner of the sign and the amount of candidate literature that federal election unfortunately in order to arrive on came to my mailbox will boost recycling totals in doorsteps and businesses by tuesday morning the toronto to record levels while nothing replaces door-todoor canvassing the candidates had at least two major forums ­ an all-candidates meeting sponsored by neighbourhood link support services and beach united church on april 20 and another hosted by beach metro news and community centre 55 at st john s norway church on april 25 ­ to get their message out to the community and despite the early feelings that voters were apathetic people that i talked to seemed genuinely interested in what candidates had to say an estimated 200 people came out for the beach united church meeting and more than 250 showed up to hear the debate on a rainy easter monday at st john s norway candidates from left bill burrows conservative maria minna liberal matthew kellway ndp and aaron cameron green cont d on page 3 debated the issues at the beach metro/community centre 55 all-candidates meeting on april 25 at st john s norway church by carole stimmell paper is printed on monday night ­ before the polls closed if you listened to the news or read your daily paper you undoubtedly know who will be representing us in ottawa and while i can t name the winning candidate i easter comes to beach ­ see page 20 plus police beat 4 deja views 7 community calendar 10 glenn cochrane s corner.11 food and wine 12 money life law 13 write on health 14 open doors 14 school daze 15 the organized mind 16 art scene 17 entertainment beat 21 pet of the month 23

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·02 may 3.11 4/29/11 2:22 pm page 1 2 beach metro news tuesday may 3 2011 the bbq shop sizzle zone 1828 queen street east 2 blocks west of woodbine 2 blocks west of woodbine proudly canadian the www.classicfireplace.ca www.classicfireplace.ca 416-698-3473 kin t gs on ro ad queen st woodbine ave above more than 450 students at kew beach public school hand-painted wooden fish which are now on display throughout the school grounds the unveiling of the school of fish on april 21 brings eco-awareness about water habitat and water conservation involving the community the project was fully funded by the beach bia below left alyse rosenberg helps with the cleaning of the glen stewart ravine dozens of local residents came out on a cold and snowy april 17 to help clean up the ravine among the more interesting items found this year were a tv and a couple of doors this year s cleanup was organized by the declute real estate team below right george gray 12 looks through some of the plants for sale and decides on the mint chocolate earth day celebrations took place april 16 at bowmore school there were plants and seeds for sale activities for the kids and lots of music photos phil lameira www.beachmetro.com

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tuesday may 3 2011 beach metro news 3 your music store in the beach for private hangings not a scratch dent but madeline kelly 8 captured her impression of the beach united church debate cont d from page 1 the candidates were asked questions on the cost of jet planes superjails the future of healthcare plans to eliminate the deficit the fate of the cbc and canada s role in afghanistan at the meeting at st john s norway a large number of questions submitted related to the state of parliamentary democracy in canada in fact some of the questions asked were longer than the answers given after the st john s debate kelly rico said it was a good opportunity to assess not only where candidates stand in their issues but how clearly they can put forward their ideas as well as policy despite some over-thetop heckling primarily of conservative burrows rico was happy with the way the debate went most of the questions came from the floor and the constituents so i think that is a great effort and just keeping a good and healthy democratic tone in the neighbourhood while not eligible to vote because of their age students at malvern collegiate held a mock election on april 28 as part of the student vote 2011 program which aims to educate students in the voting process as well as promote political awareness and democratic values malvern student aarefah ahmad 15 said i think it s a great idea that the school is doing this so we understand how the future will be with us voting when we are allowed to eight-five per cent of the students took time to vote and the results are as follows ndp 239 green 198 liberal 191 conservative 105 marxist-leninist 69 it will be interesting to see how closely the student vote followed the final count at the polls daphne from the sewing basket giving you the same attention to your interior decorating needs · curtains · roman blinds · duvet covers to arrange appointment a blemish sale guitars up to 60 off if your guitar didn t come with a 416-698-1231 free lifetime service policy you didn t buy it from scarboro music open monday thru thursday `til 8:30 pm friday `til 6 pm saturday `til 5 pm scarboro music 1051 kingston road at victoria park 416.699.8333 email scarboromusic@sympatico.ca fast and friendly service for most musical instruments merchants if you saw their ad in beach metro news let them know support our local celebrity chef ken kostick dies by bill maclean beach chef cookbook author entrepreneur and television personality ken kostick passed away suddenly on april 21 while being treated at st michael s hospital for acute pancreatitis he was 58 kostick is best remembered as a television personality in programs such as what s for dinner ken kostick and company and he said she said with ken and mary jo eustace he also appeared regularly on the shopping channel kostick was also the author of several cookbooks including the recent the $10 gourmet 2009 which offered delicious recipes which could be made for $10 or less as an entrepreneur kostick recently launched gourmet by ken a meal planning enterprise that created high quality health-conscious frozen dinners for busy families or individuals all the food was prepared in kostick s commercial kitchens using his time-honoured recipes gourmet by ken was reviewed in beach metro news this past fall chef ken kostick takes the trouble out of eating well sept 21 2010 page 5 kostick is survived by his longtime life partner desi cabrera and his beloved dogs there will be a celebration of ken s life scheduled at a later date beach locksmith safe guarding life property and profits in the beach since 1982 residential commercial industrial eco med prin a· u ass von d · lcn s 416-691-6684 bonded and insured k loc eying rs er k ast close s m ar or do wb do win media centre item 801 1974 queen st east 416-690-5224 in the beaches 7 days a week www.seagullclassics.com

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·04 may 3.11 4/29/11 11:50 am page 1 4 beach metro news tuesday may 3 2011 buy with zero down discover how to buy with no money down and obtain free computerized listings with pictures of all available homes www.buywithzerodown.info re/max hallmark realty ltd brokerage sheila blinoff s police beat let s start with the good news nine local crossing guards were among 75 honoured on april 18 for their service to the community the appreciation night was held in the rotunda at city hall local guards receiving five and 10-year service awards were ireneo talao carol cooper incoronata ambrosini alma sereda wendy mitchell christine handford karen barnes and romeo zamora antoneitta iannuzzi was recognized for her 30 years as a crossing guard just when you think everyone knows about nigerian money scams along comes a new victim a 67-year-old man told toronto police that on feb 14 he received an email from a woman who was planning a project for oil drilling in nigeria and needed start up money for equipment she told him that he would be repaid for his investment as requested he sent money to various people in different locations the size of the loan increased each time by april 25 the total amount of the fraud was estimated to be about $68,000 on april 6 police responded to a call about a fight at 780 coxwell ave they found a man with trauma to the body and took him to hospital where he died on april 20 john tahir 56 of toronto has been charged with second degree murder and will appear in court on may 3 stunt driving on the lakeshore in an airport limousine a 55-year-old man has been charged with speeding eastbound at 121 km/h in a 60 km/h zone and stunt driving near logan avenue his licence was suspended for seven days and his 2003 lincoln was impounded for a week the alleged offences occurred in an area that has been the focus of increased speed enforcement due to community concerns and many collisions over the years so far in 2011 toronto police service has charged 83 people with stunt racing compared to 138 for the same time last year police would like to speak to any witnesses of an assault at victoria park subway station on april 5 between 6 and 7 p.m a 35-year-old man entered the station via the victoria park doors and was assaulted by an unknown male the victim was taken to hospital with fractures the suspect is described as having a light-black complexion 6 ft wearing a black coat and a dark toque/hat investigators would also like to speak to a driving school instructor who is believed to have been in the area at the time contact the police at 416808-4100 over the next few weeks boaters will be busy with the spring launch the marine unit reminds boaters to check your safety equipment before your craft goes into the water this includes emergency flares life jackets and personal floatation devices heaving lines throw bags flashlights and batteries bailing equipment anchors and paddles for information call 416808-5800 the td bank at 2080 danforth ave was robbed on april 23 at 1:12 p.m a male approached the counter and demanded money the teller complied and the suspect fled northward on woodbine ave on april 21 between 1 and 2 p.m a 35-year-old woman who was walking in the greenwood/strathmore area noticed a car following her a man opened the driver s door and tried to grab her she managed to escape and run in the opposite direction the suspect is described as 20-40 round face broad shoulder short dark hair and clean shaven wearing a black leather jacket he was driving a greenish or blue four-door vehicle call 416-808-5400 a 34-year-old woman was jogging in the phin avenue area on april 14 around 11 p.m when a male wearing a disguise came up to her brandishing a knife and demanding her property she complied and the suspect fled a 23-year-old man was walking in the kingston road/midland area at 1:30 a.m on april 23 when he was approached by six males who punched and kicked him knocked him to the ground and took his wallet he was treated by toronto ems for minor injuries a 24-year-old man reported that he was in the woodbine /gerrard area around 2:30 a.m on april 12 when he was approached from behind by three males who took his cash and fled a 27-year-old male was near danforth/dawes on april 10 at 9:30 p.m when two males and a female came up to him and kicked and punched causing him to fall to the ground the female removed cash from his pants pocket they went eastbound towards dawes road the victim had minor injuries two men 19 and 22 years old reported that on april 15 at 9.50 p.m they were walking in the highview /craiglea area when two males approached them from behind one victim was struck on the back of the head knocked to the ground and punched and kicked one of the suspects produced a handgun searched their pockets and removed wallets and cash the suspects fled and one of the victims was treated in hospital for minor injuries a 36-year-old man reported that on april 27 at about 3 a.m he was in his home in the main/gerrard area when a male with a handgun forced his way in he struck the victim several times about the head with the butt of the handgun removed the victim s wallet and cell phone and fled the victim had minor injuries but refused medical attention as well as calling the police at any of the phone numbers mentioned above you can also contact crime stoppers anonymously at 416-222-8477 or online at www.222tips.com text tor and leave your message to crimes 274637 or leave a tip on facebook get your dog barking up the right tree teaching dog owners how to communicate with their dog creating an unbreakable bond between them and their 4-legged companions pet dog obedience training class or private call for scheduling and pricing class size limited behaviour modification counseling gift certificates available 416-690-2793 www.doggoneright.ca info@doggoneright.ca toronto s best source for birding and nature products problems with raccoons squirrels we have solutions the urban 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·05 may 3.11 4/29/11 12:33 pm page 1 tuesday may 3 2011 beach metro news 5 former kingston road united minister ted davey is well remembered he had a talent for imitating accents and began shouting loudly to his mother s consterted davey who was the minister at kingston nation as she thought the neighbours would road united church from 1979 to 1999 died in suspect they were spies he pulled the same oliphant on on dec 30 a service was held stunt with his fake german and japanese acin fergus cents on a train in england whenever anyone ted grew up on lower balsam avenue his passed their compartment while she and her old friend don rick ottaway who died in mother were in stitches her father was not march described amused their early days back in canada ted was unusual ted became a comin the 1940s as the mercial artist one only the kid at of his skills was pormalvern who carried traiture while at his books in a backkingston road unitpack someone threw ed when someone it out of a second stodied he often drew ry window and this a picture of them started a fight rewhich he gave to the sulting in ted and family the culprit being suswhen terry fox pended for two days was running across at 16 he was keen canada ted did a to get a driver s lilife-size drawing of cence during the terry which stood first lesson with his on the steps outside father as he tried to the church so that back out ted caught all could share it the car s bumper on his talents also the doors of the included sculpting wooden garage and and wood carving tore them off their he made a time line hinges on the secof the christian and ond lesson he opened jewish faiths which rev ted davey the driver s door to hung along the feb 4 1931 ­ dec 30 2010 look behind and walls of the sanctumake sure he cleared the doors and wedged ary for many years the open door against the garage wall and his daughter jill rasayana described some knocked out the wall his father was reluctant of the stepping stones in his life to let him use the family car for a third lesson as an enlisted man he was sailing to ger when he was 16 ted decided to take flying many the moonlight shone on the north atlessons which cost $6 for a half hour at the is lantic as dolphins jumped out of the calm waland airport to earn the money he worked ters the idyllic setting was punctuated by the every day after school and all day saturdays rumblings of the ship s engine and drunken delivering orders on his bicycle for dean s men stumbling out onto the deck shouting grocery store on the north side or queen near and swearing at that time ted did not bemaclean his buddies thought he was crazy lieve in a god and was happy to cut loose from but he eventually got his flying licence his parents beliefs later he described a vast lynn sawatsky recalled her elder brother peace a sense of unity with all around him as a tease a protector and a tall lean hand and a feeling that god was saying i know some girl magnet who was dashing daring you re there you know i m here and delightful back in canada he was working as a comafter high school ted decided to see the mercial artist when he met his future wife world by joining the canadian army and sheila at eaton s where they were both workserved in the peaceful occupation of germany ing during the christmas season love marfor a couple of years in 1953 lynn and her par riage and a son and daughter followed and he ents were renting a semi-detached house in appeared to have everything yet he felt an imlondon england when ted came over to portant piece was missing cont d on page 25 march in queen mary s funeral pocession by sheila blinoff advertisement 7 deadly mistakes most homesellers make toronto a new report has just been released which reveals 7 costly mistakes that most homeowners make when selling their home and a 9 step system that can help you sell your home fast and for the most amount of money this industry report shows clearly how the traditional ways of selling homes have 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·06 may 3.11 5/2/11 11:29 am page 1 6 beach metro news tuesday may 3 2011 in my opinion ontario families need answers ­ and tax relief every day more and more people come into our office for help times are hard for many of them good jobs that disappeared in the financial meltdown have not returned for those lucky enough to find work jobs are temporary part-time or at minimum wage many people work two and three jobs just to try and make ends meet at the same time the cost of essentials like electricity home heating fuel and gasoline continue to rise these price hikes are compounded by the added burden of the hst my caucus colleagues and i have spoken against this unfair tax since its inception last september we michael prue mpp beaches/east york launched our campaign to remove the hst from hydro and all home heating fuels most families have seen large increases in their bills even when they do their best to conserve they are paying the hst on the debt incurred as a result of massive nuclear cost overruns in fact the average household is now paying about $800 more per year on top of this drivers are faced with unprecedented increases in the cost of gasoline the price at the pump goes up every day adding the hst to the cost of a litre of fuel has made sky high prices even less affordable what is worse is that most of the hst revenues have been used to offset huge corporate tax cuts of $2.2 billion worse still is that there is no evidence that any jobs are being created by those corporate beneficiaries not a dime is going into our hospitals or ensuring sure we have sufficient primary care physicians no revenues are being directed to the countless programs that benefit our frail and our elderly linda haslam-steward of the ontario nurses association had this to say every ontarian should brace themselves for yet more cuts to the health care they need and count on ona has been tracking the deletion of registered nursing positions for about eight months now and we ve seen more than 1,800 rn positions cut totaling more than 3.5 million hours of patient are per year that are gone forever so this is the reality for most families in beaches-east york first they are affected by the world economic downturn to which ontario has not yet fully recovered secondly they are hit with unfair new taxes on essentials like home heating fuels hydro and gasoline for their cars third they see much of the money going to pad corporate profits without creating new jobs or prosperity finally they see the services upon which they rely being cut back just yesterday we witnessed an historic federal election october 6 is ontario s next election date the same people who contact our office every day will be looking for answers they want assurances that our next government will be committed to creating good permanent jobs securing livable pensions providing decent and affordable health and long-term care facilities and just as importantly being on the side of consumers and taxpayers who must pay for it all the changes coming to ottawa will be only the precursor of change that is coming to ontario beach metro community news published by ward 9 community news inc is a non-profit non-partisan community newspaper founded in 1972 and published 22 times a year it is distributed free by volunteers in east toronto and west scarborough and paid for by our advertisers general manager sheila blinoff ext 24 admin@beachmetro.com editor carole stimmell ext 23 editor@beachmetro.com advertising manager dianne marquardt ext 26 ads@beachmetro.com editorial assistant and ad rep bill maclean ext 22 arts@beachmetro.com reporter/photographer phil lameira ext 25 photo@beachmetro.com classifieds webmaster melinda drake ext 27 classifieds@beachmetro.com accounting assistant judy doucette ext 21 accounts@beachmetro.com office 2196 gerrard st e toronto m4e 2c7 phone 416 698-1164 fax 416 698-1253 website www.beachmetro.com next issue may 17 advertising deadline may 9 the beach metro news office is open from 9 a.m to 5 p.m weekdays and until 8 p.m on deadline day circulation 30,000 executive paul m babich president brian mercer vice president mike howarth secretary kelvin francis treasurer david windrim past-president and christina blizzard and don snider advisors this newspaper accepts advertising in good faith but does not endorse advertisers or advertisements all submitted editorial material is subject to editing issn #0838-2956 letters to the editor street sweepers created problems for parade goers after a beautiful day taking in the traditional easter parade on sunday i could not believe that as a finale the city sweeper trucks with a police escorted rolled through i was sitting outside a store front and was shocked that these trucks were inches away from hundreds of little children the potential danger fumes and noise created horrific stress not only for parents but for anyone that was on the sidewalk as these trucks were running right up against the curb just inches away from pedestrians can they not hire some students to clean up the litter or wait until nightfall only in this city are they in such a rush to spend our taxpayers money and to move people along in such a manner i love to know who makes these calls cathy murphy waverley road watch out for drivers who speed through stop signs spring time in the beach is one of the best times of the year for me people are cleaning their yards cleaning off the decks and the smell of the bbqs are a smell from heaven but people need to be warned about those drivers out there who think that street stop signs and speed limits are optional being a walker in the beach is very nice but also very hazardous it is not uncommon for motorists to zoom up to the stop signs slow down barely and hit the gas before crossing the intersection since it is clear that it will not be enforced we will need to take more care in crossing the streets this summer don t let it scare you too much there is too much in this lovely area to enjoy and see so everybody should turn off the games and tvs and get down to the beach or enjoy one of our beautiful parks but remember one very important thing ­ be careful crossing the street james carter could you get it out for me kids need clothes i just made tea kids are restless need to be outside soon if you please right don t fret so under she went and pulled out ­ three toboggans 2 plastic 1 tin lattice for beans that grow in the spring the ironing board hardly used at all the shopping trundle folded and tall hockey stick bag don t let it fall two golf bags one big one small the foldup kitchen for the dolls the baby buggy long past its prime two rocking chairs those once were mine christmas tree stand watch sharp point a box of bulbs remember don t and at last the bike upside down turned it around carried up stairs out the door out to the patio ready almost pumped up the tires and alors ready for action off they went down she bent put it all back don t you love being a mum you bet margaret airey wineva avenue being mum spruce hill road nine of the clock on sunday morn still in pjs all adorned down she came and said can i borrow your bike sure thing no sweat it s under the steps happy mother s day from the board and staff at beach metro news

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·07 may 3.11 4/29/11 12:28 pm page 1 tuesday may 3 2011 beach metro news 7 david van dyke deja views the reason this archival photograph of silver birch avenue was taken in 1916 was to document the manhole cover in the centre frame today the maintenance cover has been moved and the house shown close to the lake has been replaced with the silver birch boat house do you have an old photo you d like to share please call me at 416-691-4774 ymca we build strong kids strong families strong communities east city ymca upcoming programs preschool programs my newborn me music lullabies with baby toddler on the go crawl and play plus many more 3 months to 4 yrs tour schedules for upcoming spaces and applications for our wait list now being accepted nursery school ­ 18 months to 4 years kindergarten enrichment ­ 4 and 5 years morning and afternoon programs call for appointment and more details nursery school flex stretch tone yoga zoomer fitness adult fitness east city ymca 907 kingston road 416-694-1159 constituency office 1821 danforth avenue toronto on m4c 1j2 tel 416-690-1032 fax 416-690-8420 web www.michaelprue.com e-mail mprue-co@ndp.on.ca cta series372 check out beach metro news website www.beachmetro.com homesellers find out what your home is worth in today s real estate market ­ free quick over-the-net evaluation www.quickoverthenetevaluation.com re/max hallmark realty ltd brokerage check out beach metro news website www.beachmetro.com

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·08 may 3.11 4/29/11 2:09 pm page 1 8 beach metro news tuesday may 3 2011 http www.essencetherapy.com acorn personal fitness because fitness is personal call to discuss your fitness interests norm spence therapeutics for living every mother deserves the best so why not give her the very best in facial skin care this mother s day our aromatic and relaxing plaisir d arome facial by yon-ka will leave her calm and her complexion glowing we are offering gift certificates for this very special treatment for $70 normally $80 because she deserves it personal trainer specializing in pilates 416 716 2367 norm@acornpersonalfitness.ca visit the studio at www.acornpersonalfitness.ca studio at victoria park kingston road in-home training available 1986 queen street e suite 206 at waverley ave serving the beach since 1981 416 694 4090 learning problems gifted child assessment of strengths and needs behaviour problems in distress or bereaved counselling to help you gain control for children adolescents and adults insurance coverage possible beaches location 416-433-9726 reaching your achievement potential dr a lynne beal ­ psychologist norman shiffman m.d f.r.c.p cosmetic dermatologist facial rejuvenation botox restylane acne treatment removal of unwanted spots laser hair removal job stress · managing conflict · improving work performance · developing your career experience makes the difference botox-2000 treatments laser hair removal-4000 treatments 2533 danforth ave at main 416698-5521 www.torontodermatology.com bryan da r bar r le r or e st so li expert legal solutions real estate· estates corporate www.bdale.com i 416-686-4699 2234 queen st e www.mindfulnesstraumatherapy.ca by appointment tai chi and qigong classes and coaching in the beach take charge of your own health 15 years experience 416-554-1912 http integral96.wordpress.com ·more youthful appearance ·minimizes fine lines ·brightens eyes and complexion ·firms skin 1 hour treatment $70 $180 pkg of 3 treatments facial acupuncture and rejuvenation winter 2 second special 1 microdermabrasion $69 juvaderm syringe 40 off marlene gacser cst c ac 416-694-4090 certified shiatsu therapist and acupuncturist 1986 queen st.e suite 206 ·botox cosmetic for sweating ·sclerotherapy ·radiotherapy for face veins ·chemical peels dr cathy andrew 416-691-1965 quarry plaza leukemia research fund 416-661-cure · microdermabrasion · body treatments · facials · aromatherapy massage · spa packages · ear candling · waxing · manicure/pedicure · sunless spray tan · gift certificates linda bronicheski b.mus ll.b barrister and solicitor 47 main street at lyall 416-763-6884 www.beachesfamilylaw.com cit express facial pedicure with free microdermabrasion $105 reg $200 2279 queen st e · 416.698.2944 · beautyandthebeachspa.net mother s day special seniors adults · foot care problems children · examinations david allison d ch chiropodist corns callous full nail care heel pain warts we havemetro news office books for sale at the beach by authors specializing in financial accounting services bookkeeping cash flow budgeting controllership and financial management nanny monthly remittances and t4 preparation personal corporate tax preparation planning business succession planning consulting services audit assistance financial forecasts projections custom made orthotics 2494 danforth ave #205 above shoppers drug mart west of main street · toronto 416 691-4348 open saturdays 128 balsam ave toronto on m4e 3b7 tel 416-435-7542 info@ilavskyaccounting.ca www.ilavskyaccounting.ca ann carson glenn cochrane jean cochrane carolyn day brenda dow olev edur ed finstein donal murphy jane smart lorraine o donnell williams m-f 9-5 your news your neighbourhood www.beachmetro.com 2196 gerrard st e.

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tuesday may 3 2011 beachmetronews 9 professio na ldirecto ry self-governing health professions health psychotherapy abina murphy r.i.h.r psychotherapist reiki master spiritual director veterinarians houghton veterinary housecall services vaccines examinations diagnostics palliative care and home euthanasia provided for your pets in the comfort of your own home lawyers barrister solicitor estate planning/real estate/business house calls 416-767-cass 2277 x 207 416-795-4899 cell 416-491-0273 fax garrycass@sympatico.ca chiropractors ashbridge s health centre dr emily howell jackie leesun chiropractic acupuncture orthotics registered massage therapy massage therapy registered massage therapists dr karin rummell associates optometrists 1914 queen st e e of woodbine mon sat by appointment garry m cass 416-691-5757 beaches optometry clinic 416-693-5611 dr barbara houghton dolores wootton r.m.t marlene gascer c.s.t john barnet r.m.t trish lavers r.m.t 1986 queen st east suite 206 · essence · 647-221-5516 1522 queen st e 416-465-5575 416-694-4090 nancy christie m.t.c mindfullness psychotherapy · depression · trauma · anxiety · relationship · creativity · free initial consultation 416-691-3768 dr linda chan 951 kingston rd west of victoria park optometrist house calls for pets examinations vaccines diagnostics dental preventatives home euthanasia and aftercare balsara veterinary mobile services glover associates barristers solicitors notaries real estate family litigation wills estates corporate performance care art acupuncture chiropractic graston 313 silver birch ave dr tyrrell ashcroft www.advanced approachesmassage.com su willson b.mus r.m.t assoc 927 kingston rd w of vic pk now magazine · hours incl evenings saturdays · evening weekend appointments available 416-691-1991 www.mindfullnesstraumatherapy.ca www.travellingvet.com 416-565-0477 holistic therapies 416-691-3700 queen and woodbine voted best massage therapist www.doctorty.ca 416.903.3789 416-694-6767 medical hypnosis smoking cessation catherine allon bsc med psychotherapy coaching straight talk for clarity and a fulfilling life wellness david faed dr scott dunham kew gardens health group 2181 queen st east suite 305 at lee chiropractor dragonfly therapeutics intuitive reiki treatments workshops sharon madsen hsc rmt woodbine gerrard call 416-737-7717 covered by ohip dr andrew sorens m.d 2910 kingston rd personal training private fully-equipped studio achieve your fitness goals today andrew walmsley b.p.e leslieville personal training 20 leslie st free parking qualified and experienced criminal lawyer registered massage therapy 690-0000 bestcriminallawyer.ca barrister solicitor 416-907-0103 www.kewgardenshealth.com 416-261-8041 416-694-0232 beaches therapy psychotherapist depression · anxiety relationship issues · stress evenings/weekends available dr david jeong dentist 2107 danforth ave at woodbine subway new patients welcome open saturdays www.leslievillefitness.com 416-709-6654 kathryn wright family law mediation 2239 queen street east www.kathrynwrightlaw.com kathrynwrightlaw@gmail.com laura devlin ma ccc missfit.ca in-home personal trainer 416 888 6465 michelle@missfit.ca animal chiropractic dr mark t garbutt d.c certified animal chiropractor megan conway rmt crhp associates queen hammersmith open 6 days/wk therapy lounge 416-699-8848 massage therapy · reflexology 2245 queen st east · 2nd floor 416-696-1800 416-648-7863 www.beachestherapy.ca 1004 coxwell ave o connor 416-423-2289 416-916-7122 paul j cahill personal injury lawyer housecalls for beach residents 220 bay street suite 1400 dr d caplan family dentistry open 6 days a week new patients always welcome 2200 queen st east at balsam 416-691-8555 www.balsamdental.com balsam dental laura hetherington gestalt psychotherapy creative support for change awareness choice growth colon hydrotherapy now in the beach get relief from bloating indigestion constipation fatigue and more counselling relationships couples finding your strengths peg earle m.a m.div registered marriage family therapist urban calm therapeutics stephanie gage rmt cami rahman rmt caitlin mcaulay rmt 1842 queen st east #102 416-643-3857 pcahill@willbarristers.com 416-693-8121 preferred rates during practicum 416-317-8277 2251a queen st east below starbucks dr linda winter psychologist consultations · therapy individuals · couples over 20 years experience located at queen wheeler turner catherine associates men s issues anger addictions insurance coverage nigel turner 416-690-3684 individuals and couples nishe catherine 416-698-0370 www.vitalifeclinic.com 416-849-0004 linda bronicheski lawyer beaches family law effective resolution of family law matters insurance covered jen goddard r.m.t neville park health group 2455a queen st east kew beach health clinic naturopathy homeopathy · reiki medical intuition bowen therapy 416-698-9027 peg@pegearle.com 47 main street toronto 416-763-6884 linda@beachesfamilylaw.com 416-691-1071 dr linda iny lempert psychologist · psychologue individuals and couples services disponibles en français 47 main street at lyall the law office of shaunna kelly criminal lawyer shaunnakelly.com phone 647-340-6651 fax 416-203-2332 shaunnakelly@gmail.com judy gould ph.d experienced psychotherapist relationship difficulties · anxiety depression · body image concerns physical illness · free consultation 416-690-6168 child adolescent and family therapy father-son conflict trauma sexual/physical abuse youth in conflict with the law child and adolescent mental health 416-690-6257 architecture/design stephen g king architect b arch oaa mraic serving the beach since 1987 residential restorations home inspections commercial interiors landscapes complete project services from design through construction siegi a schuler ph.d candidate rsw 416-362-7472 siegischuler@aol.com lawyers dashwood dashwood barristers solicitors life management corporate coaching 416-694-4380 816 pape ave at danforth 647-991-4225 www.judygould.com adr-mediation dr lynn wells psychologist practice restricted to the identification of giftedness and to learning problems and disorders in all ages accounting chartered accountant bert van delft complete financial services for the business owner manager entrepreneur self-employed corporate and personal income tax services geoffrey j dashwood 961 kingston rd tel 416-690-7222 toronto m4e 1s8 fax 416-690-8738 family law lawyer susan t dixon mpsquared coaching merrill pierce cca icf 416.824.2626 merrill@mpsquaredcoaching.com www.stephenkingarchitect.com member ontario association of architects 416 694-8181 snider digregorio barristers solicitors notaries 978 kingston road toronto ont m4e 1s9 416-693-2733 www.dixonslaw.ca 2120 queen street east hammersmith w morris design architectural and interior design consultants design concepts and permit drawings wesley morris arido idc aato do you think differently gifted/adhd support coaching school/workplace performance children/adults mary lynn trotter msw rsw 416-875-9474 marylynntrotter@rogers.com ask about insurance coverage 416-690-1236 psychologist becky liddle ph.d · depression · anxiety · trauma · · lgbtq issues · couples · 17 years exp · danforth woodbine mediation separation divorce custody access property support bus 416-270-9898 98 scarboro beach blvd 416-261-9679 www.beckyliddle.ca 647-989-1555 dr jody levenbach psychologist children and young adolescents diagnostic and psycho-educational assessment · cognitive behaviour therapy · parent counselling · social skills coaching · academic remediation experienced in asd adhd giftedness learning disabilities and other developmental differences chartered accountant · corporate personal tax · specializing in small to medium business · financial advice 21 st clair avenue east suite 502 william f deneault tel 416-699-0424 fax 416-699-0285 email info@sdlegal.ca family mediation susan bellan post architects · building permits · zoning advice · construction services tel 416 962-2186 chartered accountants barristers solicitors notaries public 300 main street o reilly moll forrest 416-999-1727 susanbellanmediator@gmail.com fair agreements · affordable rates penny watson md frcpc will hudson oaa individual couple family therapy www.postarchitecture.com ph 416 694 2566 kriens larose 416-690-3324 denise m f badleycostello family real estate wills business immigration small claims court 2069 danforth ave woodbine chiropractors dr janet d arcy chiropractor 416-693-8614 covered by ohip taylor design design and working drawings · whole house · additions · renovations permit applications or private use ontario building code advice michael taylor bcin · 416-316-3248 www.taylordesignservices.ca www.tokidservices.com 647-891-2603 · financial services for owner-managed businesses · personal and corporation tax preparation · located in the heart of the beach massage therapy registered massage therapists barrister solicitor notary · 416-690-6800 · kriens@krienslarose.com www.krienslarose.com neville park health group 2455a queen st east advanced therapeutics since 1989 416-690-6257 open saturdays east toronto orthopaedic sports injury clinic david evans r.p.t f.c.a.m.t danny kuzmich b sc f.c.a.m.t and associates 1577 danforth unit 4 at coxwell melani norman certified management accountant b math cma accounting issues and systems bookkeeping personal and corporate taxes 416-690-6195 kevin oates r.m.t assoc finance/insurance instant tax refund personal corporation tax · bookkeeping gst/payroll 2481 kingston rd suite 207 carl a brand barrister solicitor notary 961 kingston rd tel 416-699-5100 toronto canada fax 416-690-8738 m4e 1s8 brandlaw@hotmail.com john h bjarnason d.c chiropractor 1906 queen st e 1 block east of woodbine now magazine 1398 queen st e east of greenwood ave voted best massage therapist www.advancedtherapeutics.ca 416-469-3879 open 7 days 416-691-3943 kew gardens health group massage therapy · physiotherapy osteopathy · naturopathic medicine call 416-471-0337 veterinarians john littlejohn d.v.m and associates 416-694-2868 beaches wellness centre intuitive touch therapies aveda spa massage therapy total urban body therapies signature aveda facials 1912 queen st e 416-690-7082 www.intuitivetouchtherapies.com manoj@actfinance.ca 416-269-2744 timothy i.w patrick barrister solicitor dr johanna carlo chiropractor 2277 queen street east at glen manor ample free parking 2181 queen st e suite 305 416-907-0103 www.kewgardenshealth.com at lee woodbine animal clinic 1905 danforth ave between woodbine coxwell real estate law · p 416-690-0765 · f 416-690-5861 email timothypatrick@bellnet.ca auto home insurance please call ben free quotes fast service 416-699-1175 christine kato b sc d.v.m 416-698-7070 beaches massage centre zabiullah khaliqi rmt 2212 queen st e at spruce hill 416-556-6832 physiotherapy at home physiotherapy and rehabilitation services provided in the comfort of your own home treatment covered by most extended health plans bryan r dale barrister solicitor real estate · corporate wills estates kato animal hospital 2830 danforth ave east of dawes rd 416-707-2298 www.yourhomephysio.com 416-690-2112 2234 queen st east 2nd floor infolaw@bdale.com www.bdale.com degen s health group dr wade whitten d.c associates dr christina carreau n.d at victoria park beside manchester arms 416-690-5185 dogs cats pocket pets housecalls available 416-686-4699 1092 kingston rd 416-699-5320 · free parking www.beachmetro.com a listing this size in the professional directory is available for only $111 for six issues.

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·10 may 3.11 cal 4/29/11 3:55 pm page 1 10 beach metro news tuesday may 3 2011 anglican 470 woodbine m4e 2h6 you are always welcome sundays 8:30 a.m and 10:30 a.m with church school also wednesdays 7 p.m baptist norway the church of st john the community calendar michael erdman present saints and sinners a concert featuring palestrina s masterpiece for 6-part choir the missa papae marcelli plus a selection of saucy renaissance madrigals at hope united church 2550 danforth ave at main st 7:30 p.m tickets $20 adults seniors/students $15 available at door or call 416-5786602 5 may 7 lady eaton tea at st paul s church 200 mcintosh st kingston/sandown 1-3:30 p.m a wonderful way to celebrate mother s day come and find out all about lady flora eaton 1880-1970 who managed the famous eaton s tea room downtown overseeing every aspect of the business see a fashion show of the styles of her day and learn about the convention of serving a proper cup of tea tickets $15 to reserve call 416261-4222 5 may 7 the shakespeare readers read julius caesar part 1 at the beaches library 2161 queen st e 2-4 p.m volunteer to read or simply listen copies of the play will be available admission is free and everyone is welcome info 416-393-7703 may 7 benefit dance with terry chisholm at royal canadian legion branch 13 1577 kingston rd 8 p.m elvis impersonator terry chisholm will be the star of this benefit dance he will perform music by the king as well as other musical greats all proceeds will go towards the branch admission $10 info 416-694-2938 may 7 daffodil tea at st john the baptist norway church 470 woodbine ave 2 p.m crafts white elephant table bake table come and join us for the afternoon 5 may 7 u c women s spring sale at glen rhodes united church 1470 gerrard st e 10 a.m 2 p.m bake table books jewelry clothing and lunch 5 may 7 scarborough green fair biodiversity of the community at blessed cardinal newman catholic high school 100 brimley rd s 11 a.m 3 p.m green exhibits gardening vendors displays nature walks garden/nature workshops and activities for children find out how you can create a greener school home and neighbourhood to support mother earth info anne marie mccowan or liza tilander 416-393-5302 stagathaecoteam@hotmail.com 5 may 7 8 society of st vincent de paul bundle up collection at st john s church parking lot 794 kingston rd saturday 4:30 p.m sunday 9 a.m and 11 a.m this non-profit charity collects clothing and household linens to donate to those in need please tie your donation bags to prevent spoiling may 8 jane s walk women of distinction village of east toronto then and now guided by gene domagala 1 p.m explore the history of the village of east toronto with a focus on the area s influential women meet at community centre 55 97 main st 5 may 9 east york concert band spring concert `memories of love at on the park centennial ballroom 1095 leslie st n of eglinton 7:30 p.m cash bar/confections free parking handicap accessible adults $10 students $5 children 12 and under free tickets 416-439-3542 or 416-2661958 www.eastyorkconcertband.ca 5 may 9 personal disaster preparedness workshop at community centre 55 97 main st 11:15 a.m are you ready to leave your home with only three moments notice are you prepared for an ice storm heavy flooding or electricity loss find out how to prepare at this canadian red cross workshop info 416-691-1113 5 may 10 friends of moncur park community consultation at fairmount park community centre 88 bowmore rd at gerrard st e 7:30 p.m review plans for the revitalization project info councillor mcmahon 416-392-1376 5 may 11 toronto fibromyalgia support group at st andrew s united church 117 bloor st e 7-9 p.m free admission donations appreciated fragrance-free info 416-760-2227 torfmgroup@yahoo.ca 5 may 12 4th town hall visioning session at malvern collegiate institute library 55 malvern ave 7:30 p.m info councillor mary-margaret mcmahon 416-392-1376 may 12 open house at ashbridge s bay yacht club 30 ashbridges bay blvd coxwell and lakeshore 6-9 p.m learn to sail this summer programs for all ages info www.abyc.on.ca 416-698-4498 5 may 13-15 small paintings for small spaces the annual spring show by the beach guild of fine art at the gardener s cottage foot of lee ave friday 1-9 p.m saturday and sunday 10 a.m 5 p.m new paintings by over 40 local artists no paintings over $250 notecards and lucky draw free admission 5 may 14 open house at healing on the danforth 1397 danforth ave at monarch may 7 cantemus singers directed by special event saturday may 7 2011 the rev geoffrey sangwine mr brian fairbrother children youth daffodil tea ­ 2:00 p.m 416-691-4560 kingston road united church proudly presents friday may 27 at 7:00 p.m tickets advance $15.00 at the door $20.00 975 kingston road at scarboro road 416-699-6091 concert fundraiser st paul s united church park 1-4 p.m see the clinic meet the therapists try a free mini massage reflexology or reiki treatment light refreshments will be served info timothy phillips 416-850-6241 www.healingonthedanforth.com 5 may 14 spring fling at true davidson acres 200 dawes rd danforth and dawes 11 a.m 3 p.m bbq tea room entertainment bake table craft table gently used household items raffles and more sponsored by true davidson acres volunteers info 416-397-0400 may 15 dinner dance with ulster accordion band at royal canadian legion br 11 9 dawes rd 2-7 p.m 5 may 16 planning 101 workshop at malvern c.i library 55 malvern ave 7:30 p.m find out how the city of toronto s planning process works includes presentation and discussion groups info councillor mary-margaret mcmahon 416-392-1376 5 may 17 beach garden society at adam beck community centre 79 lawlor ave 7:30 p.m general meeting and plant/flower show presentation by christine moore enjoying lavender in your home garden new members and guests welcome info lesley spencer 416-690-5740 lspencer@interlog.com may 19 dementia what caregivers need to know at extendicare guildwood 60 guildwood parkway 7-9 p.m steve mathew of ontario shores centre for mental health sciences will talk about symptoms impact on caregivers and current developments light refreshments will be served info 416-266-7711 5 may 21-23 cantemus singers plant sale at 14 lyall ave 11 a.m-6 p.m choose from 2,000 beautifully grown and reasonably priced garden perrennials at this annual fundraiser to support the food bank at st bartholomew s church in regent park may 26 ward 32 enviro day green festival at ted reeve arena 175 main st at gerrard 4-8 p.m join in the clean green fun with live music bbq green groups and the regular community environment day collections info councillor mary-margaret mcmahon 416-392-1376 6 may 28 rummage sale at main street terrace 77 main st 9 a.m 1 p.m raffles barbecue bake sale lots of rummage books and more sponsored by resident council info lori 416-690-3001 ext 227 6 may 28 monster size community yard sale at st john the baptist norway church parking lot 470 woodbine ave 9 a.m 2 p.m yard/garage sale items wholesale goods distributors crafters farmers market items antiques baked goods call carolyn to book at space 30 647-271-2627 may 28 yard plant book bake sale at st paul s church 200 mcintosh st kingston/sandown 9 a.m noon vendor tables still available call 416-261-4222 6 june 2 opening day of east lynn park farmers market 1949 danforth ave west of woodbine 3-7 p.m every thursday info councillor mcmahon 416-392-1376 7 june 11 spring fest at birchcliff bluffs united church 33 east rd kingston and warden 8:30 a.m 12:30 p.m baked goods gently used household items clothing plants books toys face painting bbq help us recycle please bring your own bags vendor tables available $40 book with linda at 416-690-7230 5 chet drop-in 1 p.m ·may 5 book club 7 p.m ·may 6 20 pre-school story time 2 years and up 10:15 a.m ·may 10 reel time the fighter 1:30 p.m ·may 12 designing your garden 3 p.m registration 416-396-8939 ·may 17 author visit david homel `midway 7 p.m info 416-396-8940 easy arms hands workshop stress-busting holistic solutions for those who make repetitive motions of the hands arms potentially at risk from over-use injuries learn to find dynamic support from the whole skeleton to support movements of the neck shoulders hands arms learn to address inter-related neck shoulder arm discomfort with feldenkrais® movement sequences that are easy to remember so you can do them at home www.yourbodytellsthetruth.ca register marlene kennedy 416-406-0054 kew beach lawn bowling club have fun this summer a sport for families couples and singles free lessons info fay 416-466-6598 kewbeachlawnbowling@bell.net 5 cosburn park lawn bowling club 525 cosburn ave at durant ·open house may 9 1 p.m may 10 7 p.m may 12 7 p.m may 16 1 p.m may 17 7 p.m may 19 7 p.m take free lessons with our trained coaches please make an appointment at 416-421-4171 balmy beach lawn bowling club at the balmy beach club foot of beech ave ·open house may 18 and 19 7 p.m registration required cheese and wine to follow newcomers welcome wear sneakers/running shoes we will provide the bowls info and registration al quance baq1000@yahoo.com 5 weight loss challenge join us for a fun 8-week program to lose weight learn to keep it off and win $200 accountability motivation and support $40 to join ·beaches starts monday may 9 6:15 p.m at matty eckler c.c 953 gerrard st e and tuesday may 10 6:45 p.m intro tuesday may 3 at community centre 55 97 main st info www.torontoweightlosschallenge.com 647-500-6349 416-473-0236 st aidan s church queen st e at silver birch ave ·sunday services 8:30 and 10:30 a.m church school and nursery at 10:30 ·mid-week service wednesdays 10:30 a.m all welcome info 416-691-2222 beach united church 140 wineva ave the heart of the beach ·all are welcome to worship nursery care sundays 10:30 a.m ·lecture series joseph campbell the power of the myth may 10 7-9 p.m ·cooking with soul with a swiss chef may 7 9 a.m noon ·jazz vespers may 7 4:30 p.m peggy mahon ·may 8 celebration of mothers and blessing vests for shivering children ·speaker s series may 11 7:30 p.m with cathy marie buchanan the day the falls stood still ·beaches interfaith worship at kew gardens may 15 11:30 a.m info www.beachunitedchurch.com 416-691-8082 st john s catholic church 794 kingston rd 3 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 monday-saturday 8:15 a.m holidays 9 a.m ·reconciliation saturday 3:45-4:15 p.m ·pray the rosary each morning mon.sat 20 min before mass ·lenten services each friday stations of the cross 4:30 p.m all welcome info 416-698-1105 www.stjohnsrc.ca r yard plant book bake sale saturday may 28 2011 9 a.m to noon second tuesday of every month vendor tables available for rent 200 mcintosh street scarborough on 416-261-4222 amnesty international in the beach meets at st john s norway church woodbine ave at kingston rd 7:30 p.m to support amnesty s human rights work through letter-writiing actions and through organized public events to generate awareness of human rights actions world-wide new members are most welcome info beachamnesty@gmail.com wednesdays free facial cosmetic acupuncture demonstrations this hourlong treatment will show good results immediately please call marlene or heather at 416-694-4090 essence therapeutics for living to book for yourself or a small group neighbourhood unitarian universalist congregation 79 hiawatha st s of gerrard w of coxwell our sunday services 10:30 a.m are for setting aside time and space for reflection and inspiration searching for wisdom and inspiration wherever it may be found in many scriptures and traditions poetry and philosophy involving heart and mind body and spirit ·may 6 monthly meeting of musicians at an open-mic evening 7:30 p.m all welcome info www.nuuc.ca 416-686-6809 1853 st john s norway cemetery and crematorium 256 kingston rd at woodbine visit our office for assistance in pre-planning cemetery services monday to friday 9:30 a.m to 4 p.m saturday 10:00 a.m to 1:00 p.m or call us at 416-691-2965 day through friday from 11 a.m 1 p.m except holiday mondays mondays at corpus christi catholic church tuesdays thursdays at beach united church 140 wineva ave wednesdays at beaches hebrew institute and fridays at kingston road united church in collaboration with st aidan s anglican church info 416-6918082 r beach photo club meetings are held every 1st and 3rd thursday of each month from september to june at st aidan s 70 silver birch ave 7:30 p.m everyone from the novice to the experienced is welcome the only requisite is an interest in learning about the photographic arts r/fr taylor memorial library 1440 kingston rd ·may 4 18 knitting and cro beach interfaith outreach lunch and fellowship for adults is held mon corpus christi church 16 lockwood rd ·masses tuesday-friday 9 a.m saturday vigil 5 p.m sunday 9 a.m 11 a.m info 416-694-0382 corpuschristi@bellnet.ca 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 beaches presbyterian church 65 glen manor dr s of queen in the heart of the beach worship in a family-friendly relaxed environment sunday school and nursery coffee and new friendships are free lgtb friendly sundays 10:30 a.m minister rev matt mckay info www.beacheschurch.org 416-699-5871

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·11 may 3.11· 5/2/11 9:55 am page 1 tuesday may 3 2011 neighbourhood glenn cochrane s corner looking for a different way to celebrate mother s day treat mom to a lady eaton tea on saturday may 7 from 1 to 3:30 p.m at st paul s united church flora mccrea 1880-1970 was a nurse at a private hospital on sherbourne street who married one of her patients john craig eaton son and heir of timothy eaton she took an active role in the business and oversaw the development of restaurants for the eaton stores along with sandwiches and cakes and instructions on how to serve a `proper cuppa there will be a fashion show of clothes worn during lady eaton s era tickets are by reservation only and cost $15 call 416261-4222 to order yours st paul s is located one block north of kingston road at sandown if walking is more your cup of tea plan on taking in one of jane s walks celebrating the vision of urban activist and champion of neighbourhoods jane jacobs on saturday may 7 mix it up in taylor massey will explore the dawes road and danforth area led by members of the taylor massey neighbourhood associations the taylor around beach metro s 11 melinda drake s news in brief massey action for neighbourhood change and accesspoint on danforth the walk begins at 40 teesdale place at 10:30 a.m plan to be out for about 2 and a half hours historical scarborough begins at the southeast corner of kingston road and victoria park avenue on saturday at 10:30 a.m and ends at kingston road and danforth avenue marko oinonen will guide you past classic store fronts old streetcar line remains art deco construction and more for more information about these and other jane s walks taking place on may 7 and 8 visit www.janeswalks.net councillor mary-margaret mcmahon will hold another of her popular town hall visioning sessions on thursday may 12 at malvern collegiate institute at 7:30 p.m in the library then on monday may 16 councillor mcmahon will host a planning 101 workshop in the library at malvern c i at 7:30 p.m work with city staff to learn how the city of toronto s planning process works for more information call 416-392-1376 mae west can t beat may in the beach fter a typical toronto winter which always seems so long and so dour we are finally heading happily into the merry month of may and not a moment too soon if you ask me according to my notes the month is named after mae west a popular stage and movie performer back in the 1930s and 40s little is known about her today which i believe is the result of a cover up on the part of her bosses which is what they were always urging her to do cover up that is which i am adding for purposes of clarification mae is long back in the days of her buxom prime mae is no longer with us sadly but now may is beckoning us with the promise of warm days and soft nights ahead so let us all relax and enjoy the good things to come hungry youth there is a certain amount of peril that lies in the future and that has to do with male teenagers who live in the beach i am not sure just how this happens but i believe the warm months tend to inflame the already huge appetites of young men most of whom are over six feet tall and all of whom are ravenously hungry when the noon lunch break rolls around and that is when i get nervous i will be out for a late morning stroll when suddenly the quiet of a typical beach day is shattered by the sounds a of pounding feet and hoarse cries such as leave some for me to eat at the store will you echo up and down our usually peaceful thoroughfares it is nothing to fear actually it is just several hundred famished teenagers on their way to filling stations where they gore on healthy food such as chocolate bars and licorice whips and i must say they are an extremely polite lot never failing to apologize on those occasions when i am sent careening into a garbage container as they thunder past and that is just from the downdraft to sum up i bear those young men no ill-will and i am sure they will stoutly defend me and my loved ones should enemy forces ever dare to invade our shores drink lake ontario water i bumped into my old friend socks donahue the other day and i must say he is looking as fit as a man his age can be i asked my pal what he is doing for a living now and adopting a somewhat furtive stance he finally stated that he is looking for venture capital to help him launch his latest endeavor it turned out that he is selling bottled water from lake ontario which he asserted with a conviction that partially won me over that a daily swig will alleviate 27 different ailments including dropsy and worthington s gout after a good deal of pondering i declined his offer to let me in on the ground floor but i did make note of his office number which i will gladly pass along to any interested parties snowball deficit getting back to the weather along with all right-thinking canadians in this part of the country i enjoyed the relatively mild weather we experienced this past winter but to me there is a down side attached we didn t get much snow and if this keeps up and that could mean that the next generation will grow up not knowing how to make a snowball and i believe this will result in a serious void in the proper education of our youth every youngster should know how to make a snowball or erect a snow fort or build a snowman with a carrot for a nose which can be placed on the front lawn so it is the first thing dad sees when he comes home from work hat s off to yoshi s sweets in other developments yoshi kawano and her husband barry horn of yoshi s sweets on queen street east near beech organized a fundraiser for the victims of the japanese earthquake and tsunami they raised about $7,000 through the sale of japanese food made by them for the event plus a bakery specialty apple fritters as well beach merchants generously donated items for a lottery local news from 1974 included the opening of community centre 55 cont d on page 22 three houses on edgewood avenue sold for $316,000 in august 1973 six months later the 1.35 acre property sold for $1,943,000 to a builder who planned to put 37 townhouses on the site thanks to the efforts of seven local women the toronto harbour commission and the department of parks and rec a twoacre puddle at the foot of leslie street had been drained filled graded manured top soiled rolled and kneaded into 194 allotment gardens at the end of the first season selma shearer and her father karl flubacher harvested 200 tomatoes 10 lbs beans lettuce beets peas carrots and cucumbers from their plot a 300 lb man had his teeth wired shut under medical supervision in order to lose weight after all else failed one side tooth was removed so that he could slip through a straw his 400 daily calories included skim milk grapefruit juice and vitamins the 77-year-old main street school on the east end of the current kimberley road school playground closed for 12 years it had been a reception site for new canadian high school students providing an environment where they could adapt to a new culture and language at their own rate because of budget cuts the program was discontinued a motorist died when he missed the turn at victoria park and bracken and plunged 200 feet into the neville park ravine police noticed a man modeling a leather coat in joe s men s store on queen street after hours when the model a 19year-old violet avenue man became aware that police were watching him he fainted he was charged with break and entering on nov 30 1974 community centre 55 was officially opened the ribbon was cut by michael neuland of balsam avenue michael was chosen because he was born on one of the tables in the old police station 13 years earlier when his mother jutta realized she would not get to the hospital in time thanks to all those volunteers who canvassed for the fundraiser the newspaper now had breathing space this was the start of moving beyond the hand-tomouth existence but new challenges were ahead may 21 through to may 23 in the spirit of ansel adams view black white photography on canvas by walls schmidt portraying memories of winter the grover pub hosts the exhibit saturday sunday monday from 12 p.m to 8 p.m location grover pub 676 kingston road main street kingston road

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12 beach metro news tuesday may 3 2011 mother s day menu tomato and basil soup or seasonal greens with balsamic vinaigrette or caesar salad roasted new york striploin with bordelaise sauce or fillet of atlantic salmon with herb crust and almonds or chicken kiev with lemon butter sauce all entrees served with seasonal vegetables and potatoes the main menu thank goodness for greenhouses kudos to ontario farmers who use innovation to grow fresh produce in a less jan main than hospitable climate greenhouse gar is an author dening minimizes the effects of our rigor cooking instructor ous climate and allows us to have fresh and caterer picked tomatoes cucumber peppers and 416-265-8445 lettuces now in the past farmers had to rely on outdoor planting and mother nature as a result these crops would be available much later making us rely upon imports now we can support our own farmers and be sure of first quality products grown under ideal conditions look for the `product of canada or ontario sign in the supermarket and be sure to buy local these recipes are compliments of foodland ontario kle with pine nuts if using make ahead prepare salad but do not add cheese chives dill and pine nuts cover and refrigerate for up to one day before serving bring salad to room temperature adjust seasoning and stir in cheese chives dill and pine nuts if using beef and asparagus fajitas home made tiramisu or chocolate mousse cake coffee or tea lunch $24.95 taxes not included dinner $29.95 taxes not included children under 13 years $14.95 7 brimley road · 416-264-2337 the dogfish pub now features live entertainment call for details 416-264-2338 antoinette is back serve her delicious home made food in your home no order too small n dinner parties n week night family meals n appetizers 416-546-5022 www.beachmetro.com serve these vibrant beef fajitas with accompanying bowls of boston lettuce chopped tomato shredded cheddar or monterey jack cheese and sour cream or try the garlic sauce ­ and let the fiesta begin 1 1/2 tsp 7 ml each chili powder and ground cumin 1/4 tsp 1 ml salt and black pepper grilled vegetable and orzo salad 1 lb 500 g beef grilling steak strip loin or sirloin this fresh tasting spring salad is easy to prepare grilling 1 lb 500 g asparagus trimmed and cut into quarters asparagus and peppers brings out their natural sweetness 2 1/2 cups 625 ml white and or cremini mushrooms making the flavours even more intense 4 cloves garlic minced 1 lb 500 g asparagus trimmed 2 sweet peppers seeded and sliced into strips 1 onion halved and thinly sliced 2 sweet peppers seeded and cut into quarters 4 tsp 20 ml vegetable oil 1 4 cup 50 ml extra virgin olive oil 1/2 tsp 2 ml dried oregano 1/4 tsp 1 ml each salt and pepper 6 whole wheat tortillas large size 1 1/3 cups 325 ml orzo pasta 1/3 cup 75 ml chopped sun-dried tomatoes 1/4 cup 50 ml fresh cilantro sprigs optional garlic sauce optional in small bowl combine 1 cup 250 1 tsp 5 ml grated lemon rind ml plain balkan-style yogurt 1 tbsp 15 ml lemon juice 1 4 tsp 20 ml fresh lemon juice garlic clove minced and salt to taste makes 1 cup 250 ml 2 tsp 10 ml liquid honey in small bowl stir together chili powder cumin salt and pep3/4 cup 175 ml crumbled feta cheese per rub into both sides of steak in large bowl combine as1/4 cup 50 ml chopped fresh chives and dill paragus mushrooms garlic peppers onion oil and oregano 1/4 cup 50 ml toasted pine nuts in mixing bowl toss together asparagus peppers 1 tbsp 15 stack tortillas and double wrap in foil place steak on greased ml of oil salt and pepper place on greased grill over medi grill and vegetables in grilling basket over medium-high heat um-high heat close lid and grill turning occasionally until ten close lid and grill steak turning once until medium-rare der crisp and lightly charred five to eight minutes return to about eight minutes transfer to cutting board tent with foil bowl let cool and cut into bite sized pieces meanwhile in and let stand for five minutes grill vegetables tossing occalarge pot of boiling salted water cook orzo for seven minutes sionally until tender-crisp eight to ten minutes meanwhile stir in sun-dried tomatoes cook for one minute or until orzo is place tortillas on grill and warm through about three minutes tender drain and rinse with cold water to serve slice steak thinly across the grain drain again and place in serving bowl stir in bowl combine steak vegetables and in grilled vegetables in mixing bowl or sign up now for cooking classes cilantro if using serve with warm tortilla measuring cup combine lemon rind lemon and desired accompaniments for more information call juice and honey whisk in remaining oil for a recipe for roasted vegetables and pour dressing over orzo mixture add 416-265-8445 chicken penne visit beachmetro.com cheese chives and dill toss to coat sprin janmainskitchen@yahoo.ca bottoms up remy pannier celebrates 200 years lunch sandwich special with soup or salad monday to friday 11 am 3 pm except holidays happy birthday dear remy pannier happy birthday to you after a certain age birthday celebrations lose their appeal for many however when you re celebrating a 200th it s a huge cause for elation such is the case with remy pannier who this year celebrates 200 years of winemaking in france s loire valley the loire is france s second largest wine region next to bordeaux and has been producing wines for centuries remy pannier is the valley s largest wine producer accounting for 15 of its total production as the most recognized name in loire valley wines it sells to more than 40 countries worldwide their wines have been in our market for many years and have always captured the essence of the garden of france as the loire is known fruit-driven fresh clean extremely likeable offerings are their mantra when head winemaker karine dugue recently came to town to show off new vintages of many of her wines over lunch i had to make the scene cremant de loire `grande reserve 18.95 pending in vintages almost offdry this champagne-method bubby offers up lemon apple minerality with a crisp fresh attack divine straight up or with poultry fish and firm cheeses xnoir 18.95 pending in vintages made from pineau d aunis with red fruit spice and flower notes this rosé sparkler is delicately seductive and a delightful tease turn down the lights put some barry white on the stereo and nibble some st andré 2010 muscadet 12.95 lcbo full of edward finstein a.k.a the wine doctor wine writer educator judge consultant 416-261-0855 winedoctor@sympatico.ca www.winedoctor.ca only $7.95 10 discount for seniors and their family on monday nights from 3 pm to 9 pm excluding alcohol and holidays daily lunch dinner specials weekend brunch all day breakfast 2560 gerrard st east east of victoria park dine-in take-out catering · 416.690.2098 mon-sat 7 am 9 pm · sunday 8 am 5 pm michelle rogers catering services 647-501-5016 www.michellerogerscatering.com complimentary hors d oeuvre for new clients serving the beach gta and beyond for 10 years steely minerality citrus flowers and a slight almond hit it s squeaky clean and zesty absolute nirvana with oysters clams and mussels 2010 sauvignon blanc 11.95 lcbo lively and fresh it exudes lemony grapefruit lime melon and slight black currant with a hint of gooseberry check it out with seafood herbed poultry or goat cheese 2010 sancerre 22.95 pending in vintages gotta love a white for the warm weather that s fresh and lively with grassy gooseberry herbaceous minerality and crisp acidity divine with sushi oysters or straight up as an aperitif 2009 anjou 11.95 lcbo made from 100 chenin blanc this baby sports honeyed pear apple green melon and grapefruit on all a medium-bodied off-dry palate with decent acidity try it with sauced fish pork or even slightly exotic dishes 2010 vouvray 16.95 pending in vintages pleasantly chalked with honeyed ripe pear white peach light honeysuckle gift certificates are always available private and corporate tastings available upon request melon and grapefruit this little mediumdry number is crisp and tasty rich fish in a sauce pork roast or nippy cheese will love it 2010 rosé d anjou 11.95 lcbo this #1 selling rosé in ontario with its light salmon/pink colour crushed spiced strawberries/cherries and citric nuances on a crisp elegant platform that s off-dry is a delight fab straight up by the pool or wash it down with pork kebobs oriental cuisine or vegetarian stir-fry you ll want to stock up on lots of this for the spring and summer 2010 chinon 14.95 pending in vintages reserved cassis cherry herbs tar leather light pepper and crisp acidity add to the appeal of this softer cabernet franc inspired red a great match to spicy tomato-based dishes stuffed green bell peppers and medium cheeses there were also two non-vintaged wines in magnums 1500 ml that are part of the new vin de france designation where fruit is sourced from the entire country and meant to be a step up from simple table wine the sauvignon blanc 13.95 lcbo exhibiting light grass and gooseberry is fresh clean and light the merlot/carginan 13.95 lcbo shows lots of red fruit and spice in a round medium-bodied style vintage-dating these wines would certainly add some extra marketing appeal but for a large gathering and the price you can t go wrong agent in ontario is eurovintage international wines spirits www.eurovintage.com 416-494-2881

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·13 may 3.11 food 4/29/11 12:47 pm page 1 tuesday may 3 2011 beach metro news 13 money life and law understanding a taxing situation so often the terms mar j mcpherson ginal tax rate effective tax cfp clu tep rate and average tax rates providing are discussed interchange consultations to indiably without really under viduals intheir financial planning standing their meaning lifestyles let s take a quick look at 416-738-1555 these terms and how the information they provide can help guide your financial decisions today and in the future for example in 2010 josephine s total income from employment and investments was $69,000 taking into consideration various tax deductions and credits such as the basic federal tax credit a deduction for canada pension plan cpp contributions and employment insurance the income tax payable by josephine was approximately $17,200 note all rates referred to below are based on 2010 tax year in ontario defining terms average tax rate also known as the effective tax rate is calculated by dividing the taxes you paid in josephine s case $17,200 by your total income for the year $69,000 the average tax rate for josephine in 2010 would be 24.92 conversely marginal tax rate applies to each additional dollar of income earned to better understand marginal tax rates it is important to note that canada uses a stepped tax rate system lower amounts of taxable income are taxed at lower percentages for example those individuals who are earning under $30,000 will be subject to less tax as a percentage of their income approximately an average tax of 13.35 as compared with higher incomes where the average tax may be 33 the bottom line as your income increases the percentage of tax increases using the example above josephine s income is $69,000 per year with an average tax rate of 24.92 however the top tax rate or marginal tax rate for josephine on the next dollar $69,001 would be taxed at 32.92 further if josephine earned one dollar over $75,000 the marginal tax rate for the one dollar in excess of $75,000 would be 35.95 2010 consider the person who receives an increase in salary and realizes they are `taking home less income the salary increase is being taxed at a higher percentage what can the taxpayer do to minimize the impact of income tax on a salary increase a contribution to an rrsp registered retirement savings plan is tax deductible and as a result would reduce the tax on the increased income essentially the tax on the income is deferred to retirement the current theory is income will be lower during retirement and therefore the marginal tax rate will be lower as well by making a contribution to a rrsp you are deferring the income to a time when supposedly your marginal tax rate will be lower retirement taxes the old age clawback is the point at which a portion of old age security oas benefits are repaid to the government if a retiree s annual income exceeds $66,733 2010 an annual income of $75,000 results in approximately 50 of the oas benefit being repaid compared this to the marginal tax rate of 35.39 on the next dollar earned over $75,000 from a pension or rrif registered retirement income fund for some it is impossible to avoid oas clawback however a careful review of income sources and how they are taxed can potentially reduce annual income for example income earned as interest is taxed at the highest marginal tax rate ­ 46.41 ontario however dividends or capital gains even at the top tax rate are taxed approximately 33 and 24 respectively another source of income is prescribed annuities which can provide a lifetime income but at a considerably lower tax cost the source of the income is not the only consideration timing when to start receiving cpp canada pension benefits or rrif registered retirement income fund income may be critical for minimizing annual income tax rrsp registered retirement savings plan while a contribution to an rrsp reduces income tax and allows for tax deferral of annual investment income the downside is the amounts withdrawn from an rrsp or a rrif are fully taxable further a rrsp must be converted to a rrif at age 71 with a minimum required payout which of course is fully taxable cont d on page 15 fire up the grill li ve lobs ter available at lant ic salmon pickere l arct ic char r sushi tuna sword fish tiger shrimp digby scallops r ainbow trou t check out www.beachmetro.com mother s day do something nice for her on this special day annick s gluten free market gluten free breads desserts pastas rices sauces soups and many more as well as lactose free and vegan products located at 2351b kingston rd scarborough at midland tel 647-345-4007 www.beglutenfree.ca may 8 2011 for the current stories classified ads the community calendar and the professional directory happy mother s day the nutty chocolatier treat mother royally like the princess she is mother s day ­ sunday may 8 th tea biscuits jam marmalade chocolate covered ginger diabetic chocolates candy royal 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·14 may 3.11 child 4/29/11 12:04 pm page 1 14 beach metro news tuesday may 3 2011 write on health hypothyroidism is underdiagnosed is your thyroid underactive www.easttorontovillage.com learning through play 18 mo 2.5 years old ­ tues thurs am 2.5-3.5 years old ­ mon wed fri am 975 kingston road kingston road united church 3.5-5 years old ­ mon wed fri pm 416-690-9935 now accepting enrollment for 2010-2011 www.beachesco-op.com do you have some or all of the following symptoms fatigue allergies depression cold hands and feet weight gain/inability to lose weight thinning eyebrows constipation dry skin forgetfulness foggy thinking irritability joint pain blood pressure problems and/or headaches migraines and yet all blood tests come back normal you may have what is called subclinical hypothyroid a condition where you have the symptoms of a low functioning thyroid but it does not show up on blood tests what does the thyroid gland do the thyroid gland is part of the hormonal system and is one of the largest endocrine glands in the body its function is to produce thyroid hormones which are responsible for making energy regulating body temperature and metabolism hypothyroidism is the most common condition affecting the thyroid although the majority of hypothyroid patients are female 90 it can also affect males however because most people rely on blood tests to determine if they are hypothyroid it is often undiagnosed it is estimated that half of all people who have low grade hypothyroidism go undiagnosed how do you know if you have hypothyroidism if a blood test shows that your thyroid is normal but you are experiencing some or all of the above symptoms there is another way you can check to see if you may have subclinical hypothyroid you can take your basal body temperature which is your temperature first thing in the morning when you wake up before you physically get up and move around if your oral temperature is consistently below 97.8 to 98.2 degrees fahrenheit your thyroid may be underfunctioning this test is most accurate when you have jennifer chen bsc nd doctor of naturopathic medicine optimal health naturopathic wellness clinic 500 sheppard ave e suite 307 416 222-heal 4325 www.optihealthnaturopathic.com jchen@optihealthnaturopathic.com had at least three hours of uninterrupted sleep before you take your temperature how can you improve thyroid function if you discover that you do have an underactive thyroid there are some things that you can do to help support thyroid function one of the main ways to improve thyroid function is to exercise regularly exercise will stimulate your metabolism and reduce insulin levels which which will also help you to lose weight exercise at least 40 minutes three times/week you can walk jog dance bike for 20 minutes and do weights lunges etc for another 20 minutes ensure you do not skip meals especially breakfast as this will slow down your metabolism eat nutrient-dense foods which are whole fresh and organic whenever possible avoid pesticides and herbicides as these will disrupt hormonal function avoid processed and refined foods caffeine alcohol and sugar kelp/seaweed contain higher amounts of iodine which the thyroid requires for proper functioning other minerals which are essential for optimal thyroid health include zinc selenium copper manganese magnesium and calcium these can usually be found in a good multivitamin-mineral if our diets are lacking in these nutrients ensure adequate intake of essential fatty acids e.g fish oil cod liver oil which all glands require check for food sensitivities especially become a part of your child s preschool journey gluten which can worsen thyroid problems avoid foods which can suppress thyroid function goitregens unless they are cooked these foods include broccoli cauliflower brussels sprouts cabbage and mustard greens brassica family other foods that can suppress thyroid function include soy kale spinach turnips apples peaches pears peanuts pine nuts cassava millet tomatoes and walnuts cooking seems to inactivate the goitregenic effect of these foods avoid fluoride and chlorine as they both compete with iodine which is essential for making the thyroid hormone fluoride mostly found in tap water therefore filter your water and most brands of toothpaste look for a natural fluoridefree toothpaste final consideration ­ do not neglect the adrenal glands lastly ensure your adrenal glands are functioning optimally and are not exhausted especially if you are under chronic stress as this can prevent your thyroid gland from healing some patients focus only on treating their thyroid gland to no avail and neglect to check if their adrenal glands glands which respond to stress are underfunctioning these patients often do not respond to treatment until the imbalance in their adrenal glands is addressed once the adrenal glands are treated hypothyroid patients finally start their road to recovery and begin to feel much better it is important to be monitored by a qualified healthcare practitioner when undergoing any treatment for the thyroid so that your progress can be properly assessed note this article is intended for educational purposes only it is not intended to replace proper diagnosis and treatment by a qualified healthcare professional main square day care centre a great place for kids licenced for children 18 months to 10 years open 7:30 am 6:00 pm · · · · competitive fees nutritious lunches snacks exciting stimulating program qualified ece staff call us for details 416 691-3909 kids help phone 1-800-668-6868 or kidshelpphone.ca 416-340-4156 or nedic.ca spaces available ­ all ages national eating disorder information centre open doors a glimpse into beach houses of worship beaches suzuki school of music the internationally successful suzuki method allows children to experience the joy of music making in a caring environment we offer remember that everyone lives in the same global village by rev cynthia scott humourist and author garrison keillor says we always have a backstage view of ourselves we let the audience see only the neatly arranged stage but behind the curtain all kinds of things are lying around old failures hurts guilt and shame psychologists tell us that shame sweeps over us when our fantasy about who we would like to be encounters the backstage reality of who we really are nothing is more confining to our souls than working at hiding shame we lock up more and more doors sealing off more and more rooms to prevent our true selves from being discovered but just when we think we re keeping the world out we discover instead that we re keeping ourselves locked in there s no question that our world has changed since 9/11 we re linked very closely in a global village it would be so tempting to shut the doors to the surrounding world but tribalism only divides us and is counter productive to the building of community and beneath the larger social divisions can be tragic personal divides our talents are stretched to the limit sometimes our tempers flare we can get so full of ourselves one minute and so beside ourselves the next so if we make the effort to reach across the gulf of our otherness and extend ourselves to each other by entering into one another s lives the world will be a happier place for there is no greater gift we can give one another than the gift of self if we had some vantage point in outer space to take a photograph of the whole human family we would see that there are something like 462 million people starving right now ­ half of them under five years old we lie in our beds while others lie in the gutters the good news is that we can become aware of those in need we reach across the gulf when we participate in acts of sacrificial love for the sake of one another one strength of our church community has always been its outreach and social advocacy ministry the many who volunteer and offer support to the churches by the bluffs food bank our hope then is to reach across the gulf and to touch one another our hope is that there will be a place where all of us embrace rev cynthia scott is the minister of birchcliff bluffs united church 33 east rd and can be reached at 416-694-4081 our worship is at 10:30 sunday mornings if you would like information on the churches by the bluffs food bank please call gail barkic at 416-436-8464 piano violin cello new toddler and parent class please contact ines pagliari director 416-726-5729 musically enriching lives in the beach since 1994 leroux froebel bilingual school · programs for children 18 months to 12 years · early reading math french · music and creative activities · children walked to/from adam beck williamson rd st johns and kimberley schools 72 main street in calvary baptist church at main st benlamond www.lerouxfroebel.com 416-698-1923

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·15 may 3.11 child 4/29/11 1:11 pm page 1 tuesday may 3 2011 beach metro news 15 school daze learning to be nice is a life lesson ut mommy we always have to be nice this from my 12-year-old who has one of the most pleasant easy-to-get-along-with personalities i know why the complaint we are talking about the merits and drawbacks of going to a small school yes she concedes it is great to know everyone in the school students even know most of the parents who naturally are more inclined to hang around the schoolyard because they know a few people and then get to know even more the students spend their days with a few dozen children for as many as 10 years in a k-8 school they get to know all the teachers and staff and vice versa all sounds good to me if everyone knows everyone else in a community-be it a small town a sports team or a small school-people tend to behave more responsibly they are modivated to be accountable for their actions and behaviour and possibly to think of the community s collective concerns instead of just their own but then there is the complaint from my daughter about the mandatory niceness requirement apparently she s not permitted to just have a grumpy day she s got to swallow hard and be cheerful even when she s feeling cranky i respect · resourcefulness · responsibility b fully accredited montessori program full-day casa 2 years 8 months ­ 5 years elementary grades 1 ­ 6 extended childcare extracurricular programs now accepting applications for 2012/13 margaret hoogeveen is a local writer editor and mother of two school-aged daughters she can be reached at mhoogeveen@sympatico.ca suppose that is a drawback i encourage her to think about the benefits doesn t she benefit by attending a cheerful upbeat school isn t it good that other students will be hauled up on the mat if they make snide remarks or behave selfishly without the relative anonymity of a large school students can t get away with leaving others out or being mean students therefore learn to behave ­ and everyone benefits most schools large and small encourage all students to be respectful and inclusive in their interactions i ve often heard teachers use the phrase you don t have to be friends as long as you re friendly a child who can actually learn to embrace that message will be better placed to flourish in today s workplace where a reputation for being a team player and getting along with others goes a long way part of growing up is learning to be polite even to people you might not know well or people you don t actually like all that much but have to work with i contend that children can learn that lesson better in a small school because someone is sure to take them to task if they don t going a step farther however students in a small school might more easily learn to be not just polite but actually accepting of others faults i advise my daughter to remember the lesson of jerry seinfeld yes folks in a faraway era i wasted many brain cells watching the jerry seinfeld comedy show i used to shake my head that jerry would put up with his friend george remember george he was forever embarrassing his friends with his inanities why i wondered did they put up with him on reflection many years later i realized that the seinfeld show was like real life at least in the following sense friends are rarely perfect and we would do well in life not to reject friends when we discover their imperfections which we all have of course i try to encourage my daughter to accept enjoy and appreciate her friends and classmates even when they drive her a little crazy once in a while and that is the lesson that jerry seinfeld taught www.kewparkmontessori.com 79 hiawatha road 416 694-6273 a small school with big ideas w enroll nomp summer ca ars up to 10 ye of age broad view 18 month-old to 5 1/2 year old french montessori school · broadview and mortimer 416-467-1618 · kingston road and fallingbrook 416-690-9305 part time and full time programs available planting the seed for the future the more you know the less you pay cont d from page 13 tfsa tax free savings account while there is no tax deduction for a contribution to a tfsa like the rrsp and rrif annual investment income is tax deferred the real advantage of the tfsa is withdrawals are not subject to tax unfortunately the maximum annual contribution to a tsfa is $5,000 anyone age 18 and over may contribute to a tsfa like the rrsp and rrif the tfsa is a good vehicle for sheltering interest bearing investments that are highly taxed since income can be withdrawn from a tsfa at any time without creating a tax liability this should be the first source of funds in the event of an emergency or any unusual expense before tsfas individuals would withdraw from their rrsp in an emergency the result was their marginal tax rate would increase for that year thereby worsening an already difficult situation planning sources and timing of income can ensure overall taxes are minimized understanding terms such as average and marginal tax rates will assist you in your financial decision making deadline for the may 17 paper is may 9 parent action on drugs 1-877-265-9279 check out beach metro news website www.beachmetro.com healthy earth 416.690.5969 visit us at www.healthyearthschool.com nk thaou y with your support we have helped to build two schools in africa our work globally continues we re off the grid we have gone green with bullfrog power ­ clean reliable electricity some schools may imitate our curriculum but we re the real thing e-mail healthyearthschool@rogers.com summer camp register for summer camp now now accepting registrations · one to six ratio · individual guided reading program · writing skills · math · science · global awareness · theatre and music inspiration is the key to learning enriched kindergarten bilingual nursery school · small teacher/child ratio · highly skilled teachers · arts and crafts · cognitive · music · drama · french · global 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