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Sign up for the #DanforthEast Garage Sale!

Our 2nd annual community-wide sale, the #DanforthEast Garage Sale, returns Saturday, June 7! Sign up by sending us an email at: events(at)DanforthEastCommunityAssociation.com.

We had over 140 garage sales and seven street sales across the whole neighborhood last year and we’re hoping this year will be even bigger and better. We’ll be arranging pick up of unsold items for charity again this year. The sale runs 8am – 2 pm, rain or shine.

Be sure to tweet the treasures you’re buying or selling on June 7 using #DanforthEast.
Happy de-cluttering!

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Local Mother’s Day Options for Your Family

Last year for Mother’s Day we wrote a post about local options to make moms feel special – with traditional gifts, gifts of time, and gifts of silence. While some of those specific promotions are no longer valid, the ideas remain relevant year after year.  Brunch at Melanie’s Bistro, an outdoor Pillow from the Pillow Shop or simply a picnic in the park with help from Moberly Natural Foods. The options for maternal merriment are endless!

For an update on promotions and events from local businesses for this Mother’s Day, see below. Also, please feel free to add to this list by leaving a comment.

 

In This Closet – Your Chic Resale Boutique (1765 Danforth Avenue)

Give the gift of style this Mothers Day! SAVE 20% off all women’s apparel, shoes and accessories on Saturday May 10th. Note: they are closed on Sunday. Gift certificates are available.

 Oaks N’ Acorns – 1856 Danforth 

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Artisans At Work  – 2071 Danforth Avenue 

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SUGARMOON – 1509 Danforth Avenue 

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So, What the Heck IS Art of the Danforth? Your Guide to AoD14

We’ve blogged about how to get involved and the kick-off events this Friday (**please note Saturday’s Paint Fight has been rescheduled to next week), but some people may still be wondering what the heck it is and why should they care? Here, in a handy FAQ format, are the answers, plus a plug for DECA’s own Art of the Danforth event next Saturday (please come!).

ART OF THE DANFORTH FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

When Is Art of the Danforth?

May 2-11, 2014.

Where Is Art of the Danforth?

Along and around the Danforth, between Woodbine and Greenwood. The map showing where all the events take place is here.

What Is Art of the Danforth?

Art of the Danforth (or AoD) is a public art festival that happens every 2 years in the Danforth East community. This is the 3rd AoD.

What Is Happening?

The complete list of events by date is here.

I Can’t Remember the Last Time I Went to an Art Gallery. I Should Probably Give This a Pass, Right?

WRONG! The festival is for the whole community. Even if some of the event descriptions or the artists’ names sound strange, give it a try. Chances are you’ll have a lot of fun and meet your neighbours while doing it. There’s something for everyone: community pot-luck dinners, a paint fight , a bonfire in the park, a running race and more.

Can I  Bring My Kids?

Yes! Everything, except tonight’s launch party, is open to all ages.

How Is DECA involved?

We’re an official partner of the festival and we share common goals–community-building and making our ‘hood more walkable, vibrant, and fun. This year we’re hosting an event at the festival asking for your ideas on how we can improve the laneway west of Coxwell station.  Better lighting? Murals? A giant hopscotch grid on the ground? Come give us your ideas before the lane is renovated. You can read about it more on the AoD blog here.

Is the Art in Store Windows Part of the Festival?

Yes. The list of stores that are displaying art during the festival is here.

OK, I’m sold. How Much Does It Cost?

Nothing. It’s all FREE.

Did we miss anything? Leave us a comment. For everything else, check out the AoD brochure here. See you at the paint fight!

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Janet Davis’ Ward 31 Environment Day – May 4

 

Sunday, May 4, 2014, 10 a.m. – 2 p.m.

East York Memorial Arena
888 Cosburn Ave.
in the parking lots.

(Information from: www.councillordavis.com/event/community-environment-day )

Bring your recycling, electronic waste, batteries and paint!

Plus take advantage of paper shredding, free compost, community group info tables, facepainting, and seed planting for kids.

Do your part to create a cleaner, greener and more liveable Toronto.

Please do not bring:

Construction waste, gasoline, garbage, wood, cassette and videotapes, commercial/industrial hazardous waste and scrap metal. View flyer for all recyclable items.

BBQ hosted by the East York Skating Club Ice Dreams

Visit with local Green Groups including:

Women’s Healthy Environment Networks

Woodbine Heights Residents Assocation

Cycle Toronto and Ward 31 Bikes

East End Against Line 9

East Toronto Climate Action Group

Toronto Water Environmental Monitoring and Protection

East York Community Garden

East York Garden Club

Stan Wadlow Dog Walkers’ Association

Did you know?

Residential cooking oil now accepted at Drop-off Depots and Community Environment Days

Cooking oil — from residential homes, apartments and condos — is now accepted as household hazardous waste at Drop-off Depots and Community Environment Days. (Please note the drop-off hours for household hazardous waste are different from the general operating hours.)

Cooking oil should delivered in a sealed container labelled “Used cooking oil.”

Cooking oil should never be poured down the sink, drain or toilet because it can negatively impact sewer pipes systems in your home and neighbourhood, causing sewer backups. Small amounts can go in the Green Bin if soaked up with a paper towel or frozen/hardened.