You’re invited to the Shave & Shears Barber Shop & Head Spa’s grand opening party. Join them on Saturday, April 6, 2024 between 5:00pm-8:00pm at 1609 Bayview Avenue. There will be hors d’oeuvres, drinks and a DJ!
9Round Fitness at 1560 Bayview Ave, Unit B is under new management. And the Bayview-Leaside BIA’s planters are getting a fresh makeover, keep an eye out for fresh spring arrangements!
A local Canada Goose and its seagull pals were seen taking advantage of the puddles that formed in the bed of what was once known as “Lake Leaside“. All the structures on the building lot (70 & 80 Wicksteed Ave, 202, 204, & 206 Parkhurst Blvd and 99 Vanderhoof) were cleared many years ago, leaving a pit where trapped rainwater formed a wonderful oasis for the city fowl to congregate. This Goose wasn’t crying over spilled water; who needs a lake when you’ve got a puddle paradise?
Lake Leaside in 2017
Community Clean Up Day on the Kay Gardner Beltline
Invite your friends and neighbours for some great outdoor spring cleaning on one of our cities most cherished trails.
Date: Sunday April 21, 2024
Time: 10:00 AM -11:00 AM
Location: Larry Grossman Forest Hill Arena – 340 Chaplin Cres
Beltline Gap Connections – Have Your Say!
The City of Toronto is inviting residents to learn more and provide feedback on the Beltline Gap Connections project.
The project proposes a safe and connected route for pedestrians and cyclists over the Allen Road Expressway closing the gap between the York Beltline Trail and Kay Gardner Beltline Trail.
The proposed road safety improvements and bikeway connections will be installed at the same time as upcoming scheduled state of good repair road work to reduce disruption.
Caring for the Planet: Gardeners, Fire, Water, Earth, Air, and Life
Discover the keys to eco-gardening and environmental stewardship with Clement Kent at the Leaside Garden Society’s Speaker Series on Thursday, April 11th, 2024, at 7 pm. Held at the Leaside Library (165 McRae), this event welcomes guests to delve into practical strategies for greener living.
Clement Kent, a gardener, scientist, and advocate for pollinator protection, brings his wealth of experience to the forefront. With a focus on grassroots initiatives, Clement’s work has transformed public spaces into thriving habitats for wildlife.
Discover practical tips for creating green spaces and fostering biodiversity in your community with Clement Kent. From pollinator-friendly gardens to sustainable urban design, learn how to contribute to a healthier planet through gardening and conservation efforts.
Leaside Garden Society April Speaker Series
Topic: Caring for the Planet
Speaker: Clement Kent
Date: Thursday, April 11, 2024
Time & Place: 7pm in-person at Leaside Library (165 McRae)
Leaside Garden Society always welcomes Guests and New Members to join the Society for their meetings. Visit their website: www.leasidegardensociety.org or email: leaside@gardenontario.org for more info.
Broadway Area Residents’ Association (BARA) emailed its members a comprehensive update on the proposed redevelopment of 2-20 Glazebrook Ave, located adjacent to the Esso station at Bayview & Broadway.
It outlined the collaborative efforts between the City of Toronto, the Glazebrook site developer, and Councillor Jaye Robinson to settle on the final size and scale of the new building, which was approved by the City Council after revisions. (Full settlement is here.)
Despite the outcome differing from community preferences, Councillor Robinson’s involvement facilitated improvements to the settlement, including a reduction in building height and the addition of public green space through the acquisition of a neighbouring property.
Clear out clutter and make a difference! Join the Toronto Leaside Rotary Club at the East York Town Centre on Saturday, April 6th, between 10am – 5pm, for their electronic recycling event. Proceeds benefit local charities. ♻️ Acceptable electronic equipment includes, but is not limited to, TVs, VCRs, DVRs, cameras, computers, batteries, cables, and more. More info: torontoleasiderotary.com
Topsoil, manure, potting soil, mulch and triple mix! Accepting orders March 9 – April 11, 2024, for pickup Saturday, April 20, 2024. All sales online this year, with limited home delivery available. Visit: www.132nd.com/gardenproducts.
The 132nd Toronto Scout Group has been serving the youth of Leaside since 1946 and have been supplying Garden Products to the community since 2002.
Further to our post earlier this week about proposed road work in the area, we have two more streets to add to the list.
Road Resurfacing on McRae Drive from Crandall Road to Rumsey Road
Start Date: April 2024 End Date: October 2024
The City of Toronto is planning to resurface McRae Road from Crandall Road to Rumsey Road. Inspection of the road shows that it needs repaving, and sections of damaged curb and sidewalk need to be replaced to bring them to a state of good repair.
Road Reconstruction on Rumsey Road from McRae Drive to Sharron Drive and Road Resurfacing on Rumsey Road from Heath Road to McRae Drive
Start Date: April 2024 End Date: October 2024
The City of Toronto is planning to reconstruct Rumsey Road from McRae Drive to Sharron Drive and resurface Rumsey Road from Heath Road to McRae Drive. Inspection of the road shows that the section from McRae Drive to Sharron Drive needs reconstruction and the curb and sidewalk need to be replaced while the section from Heath Road to McRae Drive needs repaving, and sections of damaged curb and sidewalk need to be replaced to bring them to a state of good repair.
SoftMoc has taken over what used to be a Roots store* in Leaside Centre at 65 Wicksteed Ave. (Thanks for the tip last week, Dom!)
Athlete’s Care Leaside Grand Opening party is scheduled for Thursday, April 11, 2024, from 7:30pm – 9:30pm. 1820 Bayview Avenue, 2nd Floor. RSVP by April 4th.
*Take a look at the flyer the Roots Grand Opening in 2016!
Thank you to Bulldog reader, Marijan S. for submitting photos of this Easter inspired snow bunny spotted on Randolph Road this weekend. What a wonderful work of art!
There isn’t any more snow in this week’s weather forecast. Is spring here to stay?
