The second weekend in May is time-honoured as the functional start of Spring — planting and nice weather events make us jump to it. The weather looks okay so let’s get out there gang.
SHARON AND BRAM
Saturday will see the opening of the new music garden at June Rowlands (Davisville) Park with a concert at 1 p.m. by the Sharon and Bram. They will remember their departed friend Lois with music from the remarkable career they all shared. Josh Matlow (Ward 22) has shepherded this one and his staff is ready to answer questions at (416) 392-7906
COMPOST DAY
John Burnside (Ward 26) will hold his annual Compost Day Saturday, May 14 at Leaside Memorial Gardens. Compost is going to those who have their own shovel and pail between 9:30 and noon. Arrive early while supplies last to make sure you don’t miss out.
AWESOME SALE
Leaside United Church will hold its Awesome Sale this weekend and as usual it comes in two parts — Friday afternoon from 3 to 7 p.m. and Saturday morning from 9 to noon. There will be thousands of pre-sorted household items and goodies to buy. As always, proceeds go the church’s outreach program.
ROSEDALE MAYFAIR
This wonderful Spring Fair will once again fill Rosedale Park from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. with music, rides, food and fun for kids. As in recent years, the organizers,, Mooredale House, also plan a Mayfair’s Eve Preview on Friday with rides, food and a beer hall. .
And the Leaside Lawn Bowling Club throws open its doors both Friday evening from 7 to 9 p.m.and Saturday from 10 until 2. Website
STICKNEY AVENUE
The official unveiling of signs to mark the naming of Stickney Ave. will take place at noon on Sunday, May 15 at the corner of Laird Drive and Stickney in the parking lot of Gyro Mazda. The name change honours the late Dave Stickney, a much loved teacher, leader and friend who taught at Leaside High. City re-names Markham to Stickney Ave.
