Refugee sponsorship fundraiser Wed., Jan. 31, 6:30 p.m. Royal Canadian Legion, 243 Coxwell Ave. An evening with Michelle Shephard and Anna Maria Tremonte showing Michelle’s documentary The Perfect Storm. Discussion to follow. Tickets are $22.63 …more
Todmorden Mills Heritage Site 67 Pottery Rd. (416) 396-2819 Lots of Light: Family Drop-in Dedicated to bringing warmth, light, and joy to you this winter season. Enjoy crafts, games, historic house tours, and treats from …more
Corey Ginou Ferguson started baking at her grandmother’s knee. She spent many happy hours in her Baba’s kitchen learning the joys of Macedonian cooking. “Baba was a rebel in the kitchen,” says Corey. “She didn’t …more
As we head into the new year, I encourage you to be aware of upcoming opportunities to make an impact on Leaside’s traffic issues. You will recall that, near the end of 2023, Phase One …more
Kathryn Whaley describes herself as “so blessed to be part of such a supportive community.” She is referring to her church community at Leaside Presbyterian Church, her neighbourhood community in North Leaside and also a …more
I’m told that Jing is short for Beijing, which might make it even easier to remember this newish eatery, which opened in August on the site of the long-lived California Roll at 1634 Bayview. Prominently …more
Leaside artist Martha Johnson loves painting outside in Leaside’s gullies and ravines. You may even spot her when you’re strolling through Leaside’s industrial areas or the Don Valley. Warning: Do not approach! Martha recently revealed …more
Hey, Leaside golfing enthusiasts! How does the idea of enjoying a game on a variety of courses around the world without ever leaving the neighbourhood sound, especially on those days when there isn’t even a …more
“Home is where one starts from,” wrote T.S. Eliot. While the phrase was part of his epic poem Four Quartets grappling with themes like the rise and fall of empires, it seems fitting to tell …more
I recently had the opportunity to meet Petra Kruger. Ms. Kruger was “Miss Leaside, 1963.” She won the title when beauty contests were common across Canada. Leaside itself had sponsored one since at least the …more
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