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July 8, 2014

Youth opportunity – free booth at Arts Fair in Sept!

Thanks to volunteer extraordinaire, Melanie, for this exciting post!

Year after year, the Danforth East Art Fair has proven that we are living amongst a mass of creative and artistic genius. With nearly 60 artisans and vendors participating in the Art Fair this fall, we are confident that this will be our best year yet. New to the Art Fair in 2014 we will be hosting a Youth Booth for two talented kids ages 12-17 years old, proving that talent and creativity are ageless. Thanks to our generous community sponsors at Bosley Real Estate and Pegasus Studios, these kids will have a chance to show and sell their goods at no cost during the art fair.

Perhaps you know a budding painter, jeweller, fashion designer or sculptor? We are looking for young artists working in any medium who are able to show and sell their work in an open market during the weekend of September 13-14, 2014. This is an excellent opportunity to network with established artists in the community as well as to develop personal portfolios for the future.

If your interested or know someone who may be, fill out our application before July 15, 2014 and email it to deca.arts@gmail.com.

Application link: http://tinyurl.com/youthbooth2014

July 3, 2014

Tree Tour this Sunday July 6, please share

DECA Tree has teamed up with Local Enhancement and Appreciation of Forests (LEAF) to present a day of local tree appreciation and care on Sunday, July 6, 2014. The day starts at Norwood Park (south of Gerrard, between Woodbine and Main) and ends at East Lynn Park.

Come for the whole day, or meet us at East Lynn Park at 12:30pm if you want to stay in the ‘hood!

July 2, 2014

The Market This Week: Dinner, Storytime and Pegasus

Come for the produce, stay for dinner! To make sure you have enough time in your day for a trip to your favourite local market, why not let the market take care of dinner planning and spend the whole evening at the park. No need to pack a picnic yourself, a number of farmers and vendors would love to serve you dinner! The full list of farmers and vendors can be found on our website.

FRESH Fries from Godelie Family Farm — FRESH Fries from Sun Ray Farm

Porchetta Sandwiches from Stock-in-Trade

The featured winery this week is Tawse Winery from Vineland, Ontario.

At 4:30 p.m. Toronto Public Library will be hosting storytime for the little ones. Please pull up a piece of grass and enjoy! DECA Tree will be back this week with information about the adopt-a-tree program for the new trees planted in the park and general tree health.

Wellness Booth

Join Pegasus Studios at the Market! Pegasus Studios will be set up from 3:30-6:30. Visit their table to learn more about what Pegasus offers for young dancers, artists, actors and musicians. They are focused on the healthy development of children in a positive and fun environment. After the Story Time, at 5:15, Pegasus director, Jane Davis-Munro and faculty will pass on some of their most popular dance activities for healthy brain development, coordination and fun fitness. Parents, will learn invaluable activities to do with their young ones at home to keep their mind and body active with dance!

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.

June 26, 2014

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!

Oaks ‘N’Acorns workshops!

June 25, 2014

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!

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.

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).

June 20, 2014

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.

MPDA AGM Poster 2014