Feelin’ hot hot hot! Summer fun!

Last day of school makes it official – summer is here! What are your plans? How about music and beer at the park on Wednesdays in July courtesy of the Danforth Mosaic BIA? How about some awesome workshops at Oaks ‘n Acorns? Read on for more info!

(If you missed our first post full of summer activities for all ages, read it here)

Happy happy World Pride weekend to all who celebrate, and happy Canada Day!

Wednesdays in July – Music in the Park!

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Oaks ‘N’Acorns workshops!

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Market this week: sun, bees, flags and more!

 My weather app tells me the sun is coming out tomorrow afternoon with a temperature of 24C.  That seems perfect for an evening at the farmers market!

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DECA TREE will be at the market this week sharing information about an Adopt-a-Park Tree Program for East Lynn Park.  A number of new trees were planted in the park last fall by the City of Toronto and DECA Tree is looking for volunteers who are passionate about keeping them alive.  Come talk to them at the DECA Booth.

BeeHappy will be our community guest with information on bees and bee hives for sale.

This week’s winery will be 13th Street Winery.

Kids Korner

Our fabulous friends at Silly Goose Kids will be at the market with a fun-filled activity for kids at 4:30 p.m.  Also, stop by the face-painting tent area to build your own flag in preparation for Canada Day.

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Wellness Booth

Wellness guest Tanya Mouland offers specialized brain-based movement life skills coaching to improve the following:  academics and literacy, mental health, speech, performance, posture and balance.  She uses a powerful combination of Brain Gym, Movement Exploration and Rhythmic Movement Training.  She is offering special mini sessions to release stress patterns June 26th from 4 to 7:00 p.m. (by donation). 

The East Lynn Farmers’ Market runs every Thursday from 3-7 p.m. between June 5 – October 9 at East Lynn Park, located on the south side of Danforth Ave, just west of Woodbine Ave. Stay up to date by visiting the East Lynn Market Facebook page.

Merrill Park Dog Association AGM–This Monday!

MERRILL PARK DOG ASSOCIATION (MPDG) Annual General Meeting This Monday, June 23

Do you and your four-legged friend enjoy the benefits of the Merrill Dog Park?  Consider getting involved, since the City requires an active dog owners association for the off leash designation to continue to exist.

The annual general meeting is the perfect opportunity to start. Socialize with other dog parents, get park updates and support the dog park iniatives.

The meeting starts at 7pm, Monday June 23 at Groove Bar, 1952 Danforth Ave.

If you have any concerns you wish to put on the agenda please send an email to merrilldogpark@gmail.com.

And don’t forget to like them on Facebook to show your support.

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Need something to do this summer?

If you’re looking for something to do over the summer for yourself, your kids, or anyone else, you do not have to go too far.

Ultimate Frisbee on Wednesday nights starting July 9 @ Stephenson Park (near Main & Danforth)

For more information, visit: www.recathletics.com
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Dance Camp at Pegasus Studios (near Coxwell & Danforth)

For more information, visit: www.pegasusstudios.com

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50% off Art Camps at Art Cave if you book in June (near Danforth & Coxwell)

For more information, visit: www.art-cave.ca/summer

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How about growing food for the community?

Our friends at Kimbourne United Church (200 Wolverleigh Blvd) are starting a community garden to grow local food for the community. Come out to their next meeting about it on June 23 at 7pm at the church. Also, check out their website: http://kimbourne.org/garden, like them on Facebook, and follow them on twitter @GardenKimbourne for the most updated info.

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Teen Activities and Workshops at S. Walter Stewart Library (Coxwell & Mortimer)

Just out of our area, but teens can venture over to take advantage for these free activities! S. Walter Stewart Library is located at 170 Memorial Park Ave.

Call for information or to register: 416-396-3975

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Monarch Park Stadium Summer Camps (near Danforth & Coxwell)

For more information, visit: www.monarchparkstadium.com/summer-camp.html

Click on the links to check out their preschool camp (ages 3-5) and regular camp (ages 6-12) information. Keep your eyes out for the magical words: “Family discount” (for more than one kid).

 

Tool Library Summer Camp

This place is such a neighbourhood gem, and frankly, everything they do seems like the COOLEST IDEA EVER!  If you haven’t checked them out, at least check out their website: http://torontotoollibrary.com. Lots to do for adults and older kids. In fact, they have summer camps for 8-15 year olds!  For more camp info, visit: http://torontotoollibrary.com/summercamp

 

Upcoming events!

First and foremost, did you hear about the awesome things going on at this week’s Farmers’ Market on Thursday, including a chance to appear on a new Jamie Oliver cooking show?  Here’s the post just in case you missed it.

A few exciting events happening over the next couple of weeks, in no particular order.

New Biz! Origin Wellness Registered Massage Therapy Open House on Saturday, June 21, 12-4pm

Thanks to owner Erin for reaching out to us and inviting us to their grand opening! We like massages in Danforth East, right?

Origin Wellness is a Registered Massage Therapy clinic is located at 2017 Danforth Avenue, just west of Woodbine.

Our space has come together beautifully! To show it off, we would like to invite you to our OPEN HOUSE on Saturday June 21 from 12-4pm. Come see our cozy little escape and imagine yourself unwinding and healing those aches! Visit our website to book online:www.originwellness.ca

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Colour Creative End-of-Year Art Show

Come and see the students’ art at Celina’s Bakery (2036 Danforth Ave) and Circus Coffee House (7 Woodmount) from June 21 – July 2.

Opening Reception Saturday, June 21st from 2-4pm
For more information, visit: www.facebook.com/ColourCreative

Last Day Music Festival at St. Brigid’s, June 26, 7-9pm

Come and rock with your neighbours and end the school year right.

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Sugarmoon Salon Pride Special

So the upcoming World Pride celebrations are not coming this far east (not officially anyhow, the awesome Silly Goose Kids window notwithstanding), but our friends at Sugar Moon have a great discount his month on products to get everyone to get rainbow ready to head downtown to celebrate!

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For more information, visit: http://sugarmoonsalon.com/

The Market this Week: ‘Pressure Cooker’

East Lynn Park Farmers’ Market

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A jam-packed wine table.

All of our friendly farmers and food vendors will be back again this week for a Thursday eventing that promises not to disappoint.  The featured winery this week will be Pillitteri Estates Winery.

Our community colleagues from Merrill Dog Park Association will be at the market along with ER Nurses from Toronto East General Hospital with information on staying safe for the summer.  Be sure to stop by their community booths!

‘Pressure Cooker’: Are you up to the Jamie Oliver challenge?  

Jamie Oliver is looking for home cooks for his new show, Pressure Cooker, and his production company is coming to East Lynn Park Farmers’ Market this week to look for YOU!  This new series, set to run on the W Network, will pair home cooks who embody the Jamie Oliver food values (local, fresh) with celebrity chefs in a culinary competition.  As reported in the Hollywood Reporter, this will be Jamie’s first Canadian production and will be filming in Toronto. Come by the DECA tent to talk with Shannon and the pop-up casting team to learn more about participating in this exciting new foodie adventure.

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Kids Korner: Soli & Rob

Rob Joy of the children’s music duo Soli and Rob is coming back to the market this week for the 4:30 p.m. children’s activity! This is Rob’s fourth year coming to the market, and his concerts are always one of the hits of the season.  Kids of all ages love to sing along and dance to his happy tunes.  From his website:

Touted by Toronto Life magazine as “One of Toronto’s biggest Names in Pint-sized entertainment” and past winner of the Parent’s Choice Award for Children’s entertainment (City Parent Magazine), Soli & Rob have a knack for putting on that rare show that leaves adults and kids smiling for the same reason – it’s great entertainment.

Wellness Booth

Our featured wellness guest is Leanne Dixon an Energy Practitioner and pilates instructor from bodySHIFT. Come by the wellness table 4 – 7:00 p.m. for free information about energy work and pilates and discover a whole new way of connecting to yourself- body, mind and soul! 

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The East Lynn Farmers’ Market runs every Thursday from 3-7 p.m. between June 5 – October 9 at East Lynn Park, located on the south side of Danforth Ave, just west of Woodbine Ave. Stay up to date by visiting the East Lynn Market Facebook page.