A group of Leaside residents led by Ann Brown has formed the Leaside Heritage Preservation Society (LHPS). The organization will be dedicated to preserving, promoting and celebrating the rich history of Leaside. In addition to Ms Brown, the LHPS board has eight other notable members: Jennifer Avveduto, Ted DeWelles, Jennifer Hanley, Kennis Kim, John Lea, Catherina Maughan, Susan Parr and Patrick Rocca. “The only thing missing in the remarkable history of our Leaside neighbourhood has been a coordinated effort to memorialize and preserve that history,” said Chairman Brown. “Every one of us on the Board is focused on taking steps to preserve and promote the historical contributions of Leaside, for the enjoyment and education of the community today and for future generations.” The society’s Facebook page is great fun. It includes this post seen recently on Twitter recalling Glenvale Motors Austin Sales at 189 Laird Drive beside what is now the Leaside Pub. LHPS website
