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
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
Revue Cinema to Reopen on October 4
After 16 months of hard work and heroic fundraising efforts, the Revue Cinema will repoen its doors on October 4. The historic theatre, built in 1912, had been one of the oldest, continuously operating movie houses in Canada until its closure in June 2006. A group of community activists and film-lovers worked tirelessly to save the Revue, which was purchased … Read More
The Legacy of Col. Walter O’Hara
Today’s Toronto Star features an interesting article about Col. Walter O’Hara, whose legacy lives on in the names of several Roncesvalles area streets. Read “Soldier’s story forever etched in city streets” IMAGE (right): Col. O’Hara’s beloved West Lodge
Signs of Uniqueness Seen Hanging Along Roncesvalles
Photo: Piotr Bazlerz Hanging Signs create a unique sense of place along Roncesvalles Recent efforts to save the Sam the Record Man sign have reminded us of the place-making powers of signage. A few weeks ago, NOW Magazine highlighted 18 other unique signs that serve as minor landmarks in their neighbourhoods. On Roncesvalles, we too have our share of … Read More
Revue Cinema to Remain Open
The BIA is overjoyed to learn that the Revue Cinema will remain open as a cinema. Councillor Gord Perks has the scoop here.australian pokies online Hooray for neighbours Danny and Letty Mullin, who have purchased the Revue, and will allow the non-profit Revue Film Society operate the cinema on behalf of the community. The Revue Film Society needs to raise … Read More