Join us on Saturday, April 4* from 1 to 3.30 p.m. for an afternoon of art animated by dance and music! Stroll the streets surrounding Sorauren Park and Roncesvalles Avenue to the melodies of accordions and violins. Witness guerilla performances and ad-hoc exhibitions that creatively comment on local histores, present-day realities and future visions of Ronces-dale / Park-valles. 1 PM: … Read More
Sculptures permanently removed from High Park
FLOWER POWER by Mark di Suvero (Photo: rutard.ca) Two sculptures by internationally-renowned artist Mark di Suvero have been permanently removed from High Park. The sculptures,”Flower Power” (above) and “No Shoes,” were created in the 1960s and are considered important works in the abstract expressionist style. According to Clara Hargittay, with Toronto’s Culture Division, “Flower Power” is likely the most … Read More
Open House to present Roncesvalles streetscape improvements – March 23
The City of Toronto has scheduled a second Open House to present its proposals for Roncesvalles streetscape improvements: Monday March 23, 2009 6:00pm – 9:00pm (presentation at 7:00 pm) Howard Jr Public School, 30 Marmaduke St. Via Councillor Gord Perks: Thank you to everyone who continues to stay engaged in this project. I know that it has been a while … Read More
HPRA Meeting
The next meeting of the High Park Resident’s Association will be on Tuesday, March 10th at 6:30 p.m. at Coffee and All That Jazz, 72 Howard Park Avenue.
Will Roncesvalles’ hanging signs comply with a new bylaw?
The City is currently drafting a permanent sign bylaw. The new bylaw is apparently a response to criticism of the large number of unlicensed, illegal billboards that have appeared throughout the city. Such signs have the effect of dispossessing Torontonians of their own public spaces. The Roncesvalles Village BIA strongly supports City efforts to restore a sense of public ownership of these … Read More
All One Wholistic Clinic Celebrates International Women’s Day
We are excited to invite you to our first OPEN HOUSE of 2009 to celebrate International Women’s Day. Women of all ages are welcome to attend a variety of FREE seminars, hands-on demonstrations and consultations: Mini Massage and Reflexology sessions (5 to 8 pm) Mini BodyTalk Sessions (5 to 8 pm) BodyTalk System Seminar (at 5:30pm) Healthy Nutrition for Hormone … Read More
Old Roncesvalles
Jason Crowtz, a volunteer with the Revue Cinema, was doing some historical research on the Revue and found this page from an old edition of the Toronto World from about 1923. I like it: it shows us that our neighbourhood spirit and co-operation is nothing new! Of particular note is the ad for W.R. Willard, Barrister and Solicitor (115 Roncesvalles). … Read More
Blackout Update
The RVBIA was in attendance at yesterday’s meeting regarding the recent blackout. The meeting was hosted by our MPP Cheri diNovo and Councillor Gord Perks, who also happens to be on the board of Toronto Hydro. Also on the panel were representatives from Ontario Hydro and Hydro One. The long and short of it is, the duration of our blackout … Read More
Blackout!
UPDATE: Councillor Gord Perks has arranged a public meeting to discuss the blackout on Thursday, January 22 at 7:00 at the Parkdale Public Library at Queen and Cowan. Representatives from Toronto Hydro and Hydro One will be present. The residents associations of Ward 14 will also be holding a meeting about the blackout this Sunday, January 25th from 11:30 a.m. … Read More
Quick guide to holiday events around Roncesvalles
Until December 20 Holiday Wreath Workshops Colborne Lodge, High Park Contact: Cheryl Hart 416-392-6916 $26.19/person, pre-registration required Photo: SNAP Bloor West Until January 4 Christmas in the Park Colborne Lodge, High Park 416-392-6916 Tue-Sun: 12-4pm; $5.71/Adults, $3.33/Children December 14 Children’s Christmas Pageant Emmanuel Howard-Park United Church 214 Wright Ave, 416-536-1755 www.ehpchurch.org 10:30 am December 18 Sorauren Park Carol Sing behind … Read More