Events for October 2010.
Summer Sizzling Fun Fest
Kids tossed on their shorts and t-shirts for an afternoon of fun in the sun at the Summer Sizzling Fun Fest held at Kempton Howard Park. Local children celebrated the final days of...more
The Underwear Affair at Woodbine Park
Woodbine Park was host to hundreds of runners and walkers donning their bedroom attire at this year’s Underwear Affair. The North York General Hospital fundraiser saw participant...more
Cupcakes for Cancer
The Believe Team, made up of 11 walkers from the Scarborough Retirement Centre, participated in Princess Margaret Hospital’s Weekend to End Woman’s Cancer from Sept. 11 to 12. ...more
High Flying Raptors Soar At Gerrard Square
Toronto basketball fans arrived at Gerrard Square Shopping Centre with their Raptors memorabilia, awaiting the arrival of Sonny Weems and DeMar DeRozan; two upcoming stars on this ...more
Back to School Pop-Up Sale
From Sept. 3 to 5, parents browsed and shopped through a unique selection of Eco-Friendly toys and games for kids of all ages at Little Footprints’ Back to School Pop-Up Sale, ho...more
Recreation Centre Is Back In Action
Members from the community joined Parks and Recreation Staff for the re-opening of Jimmie Simpson Recreation Centre with a free community swim and light refreshments.
Both, Cou...more
Summer Dance Performance Camp
After learning the ropes at a one-week dance, theatre and art summer camp, children showcased their recently developed skills in a small casual performance for friends and family a...more
Movies in the Park
On a cool summer’s night, residents from Riverdale East gathered in Riverdale Park for a steamy screening of “Some Like It Hot.” The late 50’s film was the third film shown...more
Peach Festival
Juicy peaches overran East Lynn Park at the Farmers Market’s annual Peach Festival near the end of August. Baskets of fresh peaches were up for grabs along with a wide selection ...more
Celebrating the 54th Annual Lions
On September 2nd, 2010, the Jr. Rookie East York Bull Dog Select team was invited to play an exhibition game at Exhibition Stadium against their rivals the North York Blues. The g...more
Dogs in the Hood
We caught up with the “Hot Diggity Dog” dog walker in the off leash grounds at Greenwood Park for this month’s Dogs in the Hood.
Suzanne, accompanied by her friendly pack...more
Beach Celtic Festival
Scottish pipes whistled through Kew Gardens, echoing along Queen St. at this year’s Beach Celtic Festival. The lively and traditional open-air Scottish ceilidh opened the two-day...more
Pool Side at SH Armstrong Open House
SH Armstrong hosted their 3rd Annual Community Centre Open House last month, showcasing their facility and all of the programs offered within the centre to the community. Attendees...more
4th Annual Summer in September Art Show and Sale
The historic Gardener’s Cottage was host to the 4th Annual Summer in September Art Show and Sale, which highlighted the works of award-winning artist, Jennifer Smithwell.
Mos...more
9/11 Remembrance Services
Once again a large number of residents joined local dignitaries and police to commemorate the losses on 9/11 at Millennium Gardens at Eastern and Coxwell Ave. The solemn occasion w...more
Flower Barrel Award Ceremony
Contestants eagerly waited as judge, Len Stanley critiqued their flower arrangements outside Captain Jack at the pub’s annual “Flower Barrel” award ceremony.
For some it ...more
Threads Lifestyle - Meet Up And Work Out
Threads Lifestyle and Lole Women’s Wear jointly hosted a health and fitness “Meet Up and Work-Out” session for women at The Dance Theatre Studio.
The class was originally...more
Unveiling the Beach Photo Club Calendar
The Beach Photo Club proudly unveiled the inaugural Beach Photo Club Calendar; featuring a series of captivating photographs throughout the community. The official unveiling took p...more
"Dirty Laundry"
The Eco Laundry Room presented customers, friends and family with “Dirty Laundry”, a night of stand up comics performing Green Comedy. Several comedic acts hit the green stage ...more
Soccerworld Kids Club Open House
Families kicked off the beginning of Fall at Soccerworld Kids Club Open House near the end of September. The open house allowed parents to check out the facility as well as the pro...more
