Jozy Altidore scored in the 67th minute and Victor Vazquez added a stoppage-time goal Saturday as Toronto FC completed a record-breaking season with a 2-0 win over Seattle in the MLS Cup final, avenging a penalty shootout loss to the Sounders in last year’s championship game. CBC
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Manor Road United Church welcomed in the Christmas Season with Songs of Love, Hope and Inspiration performed by The Four Men on Friday evening. The quartet of accomplished singers is composed of Mervin Fick (tenor), Brian McIntosh (tenor), Michael Downie (baritone), and George Kopulos (baritone). They are accompanied by Ronald Greidanus on the piano. For the first half of the evening, the men served up a rich variety of gospel, spiritual, and maritime melodies. Following a reception of mulled apple cider and homemade cookies, the second half opened with a lively rendition of Deck the Halls and was brought to a close with a delightful and humorous rendition of My True Love Gave to Me (Fischer/Beck). Since its inception, this talented group of men have raised over $40,000 for The United Church of Canada’s Mission and Service Fund which supports justice, development, community outreach, and advocacy work. In addition, they have raised over $20,000 for local charities. Tonight’s concert was their 51st and was enjoyed by an appreciative audience.
South Bayview met Ben Tomory Saturday as he made maple syrup taffy outside Cumbrae’s. It was a big hit with the under-tens although some adults sneaked a stick or two. Ben’s family produces the syrup on their farm near Pefferlaw. To the right, upper and lower, a happy Cody Dad shows off school gear he was selling Saturday at the Cody Winter Fair. What a joyous madhouse that was. Below, Mayor Tory is everywhere these days and Friday it was at Mortimer and Broadview to see Whistler’s owner Steven Mastoras. Mr. Mastoras tweeted his pleasure with the imaginative new condo (right) that will fill the corner in due course.
It was an exhilarating and busy Friday for Jeff Hohner of the Leaside Pub and friends. They were up late Thursday and into the early hours in the office at the pub counting the proceeds from the Leaside Guys Night Out event. About 125 men attended the auctions (silent and live) contests (darts, chicken wing eating) and made donations that yielded a lot of money. The Belle of the Ball prize so-to-speak was the Steak and Cigar evening at Andy Elder’s Grilltime with Nick Kypreos (for eight)) which was bought for a record $2,500 by community member Ed Barrett.
WOULD IT BE ENOUGH?
Would it all be enough to buy 4,000 toys for every boy and girl at the four schools in Thorncliffe Park and Flemngdon Park? By 2.30 a.m. Hohner, Mike Zivot, Daryn Everett, Edward Wong and friends had the answer. It was good. They were up early Friday to pick up and pay for the toys. Then it was on to the schools for delivery. With four locations to cover, time was tight. There were five palettes for Thorncliffe Park Public School alone. At the end of job, the annual Guys Night Out looks to be in good shape. There is a little money left for further good work from the total of about $20,000 collected. The turnout and selfless purpose of the contributions speaks loudly and well of the men of Leaside. Mike Zivot observes that the gratitude expressed by teachers and administrators at the schools was overwhelming.
Metro Inc say it will cease 24 hour service at most stores in Toronto because of the impending cost related the $15 minimum wage and other Ontario legislation which forces it to pay part-time workers as full-time. Among the Metro locations which may no longer offer 24-hour service is the very busy store at Eglinton Ave. and Bayview Ave. It was once called the busiest Metro in Toronto although LRT construction may have slowed business somewhat. Metro says it expects to incur $45-$50 million in extra costs next year from Ontario’s minimum wage hike, according to the Financial Post
LOBLAWS EXPERIMENT
It remains to be seen what the wage increase will mean at Loblaws. Many stores, like 301 Moore Ave., is open until midnight staffed entirely by part-time help. Will this continue? Loblaws tried a 24-hour model at Moore Ave and elsewhere in 2011. The pilot lasted just four months before it was cancelled.
There is a tenant for the basement unit at 1560 Bayview Ave that was last occupied by the photography supply dealer in 2011. A small sign over the door of the walk-down unit indicates it is leased. The photo was snapped Friday and so far the new tenant is unknown. But it won’t be long before we know.
The Facebook Live video below was filmed Thursday afternoon, at the moment the Lilac Fire started to engulf the San Luis Rey Downs training facility in Bonsall, California. Trainers were frantically setting the horses loose into the inner track area as the barns started to burn. Reports say that at least 25 horses have perished in the fire, and at least one trainer was injured. Up to 500 horses are normally housed in this facility. Viewer discretion is advised. More: LA Times
Denzil Minnan-Wong has announced he will seek the PC candidacy in Don Valley East. He hopes to find loyalty, name-recognition and friendship among voters there from his many years as a Councillor in Ward 34. Then, a musical evening at Manor Road United Church Friday (tonight) with a talented quartet known as the Four Men. They will sing songs of the season starting at 7 p.m. Tickets are $20 at the door. Below that, the remarkable story of how a man traced the thief who stole his bicycle and ultimately recovered his treasured two-wheeler. Finally, a dog has been attacked by an owl in Edmonton and although the owners of the animal seem surprised, owls will do that to little dogs. They are well-known birds of prey.
Congratulations to the Bayview Leaside BIA and the tireless Bayview Pixies for winning the top prize for this year’s Apple Fest, in honour of their “green” event decor. Judges found the October 2017 Apple Fest street dressing of South Bayview one of the best in the City. The award was given by the Toronto Association of Business Improvement Areas (TABIA) and recognizes decorative and recyclable decorations. Above left we see (from left) BIA representatives Kris Morra, Warren Ravinthirarajah and Debora Kuchme (leader of the Pixies) with Darryl Kaplan, President of the TABIA Board of Directors. Then to the right, Leaside men chow down at the Leaside Pub on Laird Drive at Thursday’s 14th Annual Leaside Guys Night Out. This selfless effort raises money to buy a gift for every single school child in Thorncliffe Park and Flemingdon Park. God’s work gentlemen. Lower left is the Bayview Leaside BIA Santa and he’s a good one. You can visit him this weekend. To the lower right, a look at the Beaches boardwalk brightly lighted thanks to the public-spirited contribution of DeClute Real Estate. Below that, a reminder of the December-long holiday pop-up shop at Bamboo Bay private art school at Bayview and Millwood Rd. Pop up and take a look. Below, is the updated South Bayview bulletin board with events happening tonight and this weekend.
Former ambassador to China David Mulroney warns Canadians of the unceasing scheming of the Beijing government to influence and ultimately shape Canadian behaviour at all levels. It seems to be part of the “Great Country” ambitions of China created by President Xi. “It never stops,” says Mulroney. “It’s like a warm bath they immerse you in.” Canadian Press
A tale of two fires is seen here with must-see video of a man saving a rabbit (circled) from the current LA hell-on-earth. Back home, a smart City News wrap on the Palleta meat-packing plant fire.
CGS students celebrated their love of science at the 2017 Annual CGS Science Fair on November 30. Participation in the fair is mandatory for Grades 1 to 3 students and optional for Senior Kindergarten students. Kudos to the SK’s that joined in this year. Project topics included how polar bears tolerate cold, how to make a solar pizza oven, why things float better in salt water and how sound travels through different materials to name a few. All participants had to present their projects to a judge. Parents may have been there to assist with the production of the displays but it was entirely up to students to clearly and convincingly present their findings to a judge. Parents and fellow students were also invited to browse the fair and talk to the young scientists about their work. It was such a fun afternoon for everyone. Does your child love science too? For more information about CGS, contact Kelly Scott, Director of Admission at 416 423 5017 x 43 or kscott@cgsschool.com.
