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July 8, 2013

Concert this Sunday – Charlie Hope!

Juno award-winning Charlie Hope is playing a show at Silly Goose Kids this Sunday, July 14, 2013 @ 10am! If you don’t know her music, you really should. Kids love her and she’s got a beautiful voice that is nice for adults too.

We are told that there are till tickets left, but we’re certain that they won’t last long! Email Silly Goose Kids at info@sillygoosekids.com for more info, or stop in at 2054 Danforth Avenue to buy your tickets.

Free for babies less than a year old, $5 per person or $20 for families of 5. (As a mom of three, I really appreciate that pricing!) See you there!

July 7, 2013

We need you to adopt a tree!

This time of year I’m so thankful for the glorious shade provided by the trees along my street. The DECA Tree group is looking for volunteers to ensure that our community trees can grow and thrive – thanks to those of you who have already taken this on, but we need more help. Keep reading to learn more…

Adopt-a-Tree

Thriving trees clean and cool our air, and provide wonderful shade.

Every year, the City of Toronto plants thousands of young trees in our front yards, on our boulevards and in our parks. Sadly, most go without water and suffer from stunted growth. Too many more die from neglect. For so many good reasons, we need these trees to thrive!

Would you like to adopt a tree in the neighbourhood? It can be a rewarding project for individuals, families and streets.

The DECA Tree group is busy compiling an inventory of City trees that need water this summer. Trees can lose up to 95% of their roots when transplanted so they need to be watered regularly during this critical phase. If you are interested in adopting one of these trees, please contact DECA Tree by clicking here. We will give you the basics of tree care and find a tree near you.

Thank you!

Five valiant golden honey locust trees, just north of Woodbine subway station along Strathmore Avenue, have been adopted by East Toronto Climate Action Group (ETCAG) with support from Valu-mart. Perhaps you have seen volunteer extraordinaire Susan Crofts with her buckets, giving these beauties the many gallons of water they need each week? These trees were planted in fall 2010 as a joint effort between the TTC and local tree advocate Mary-Margaret McMahon (who has since been elected to City Council!). Thank you Susan and ETCAG!

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July 4, 2013

Pop-up Shop Deal of the Week

This week’s deal comes from the always fun Cheap Thrills:

All Ladies & Girls Aeropostale Jeans: Buy One for $8.99 – Get a Second Pair FREE when you mention this post!
Good through Sunday, July 7.

Cheap Thrills | 1811 Danforth Avenue
Monday-Friday 11-7 | Saturday 10-6 | Sunday 12-5

We sell all kinds of new samples and seconds name brand items for the whole family. New items arriving weekly, so check in regularly for bargains!

DECA’s latest round of pop-up shops will be open for up to 6 months on the Danforth. Get all the SHOP DETAILS here. Please support our community’s efforts to revitalize our commercial strip by taking some time to visit and support these exciting pop-up enterprises.

July 2, 2013

Your Lists for the Farmers’ Market

Have you tried the Ontario raspberries yet? What about the sweet peas? Those are two staples on my Thursday shopping list for the farmers’ market. If you want some inspiration for your shopping list, have a look at some of the pictures below.

On the ‘fun’ list this week, the splash pad at East Lynn Park is OPEN! And our friends from Silly Goose Kids are popping by with bubbles and other fun activities at 4:30.

Nurses from Toronto East General Hospital’s Emergency Department will be at the market with information on sun safety and tips for staying healthy this summer.

Also, we’re looking for a handful of volunteers to help with the next exciting event – the Food Truck Festival on July 18th. If you can spare a few hours, or have a teenager looking for some volunteer hours, please let us know. (shelleydarling(at)yahoo.ca)

The East Lynn Farmer’s Market runs every Thursday from 3-7 p.m. between June 6 – October 17 at East Lynn Park, located on the south side of Danforth Ave, just west of Woodbine Ave. Stay up to date by visiting the new East Lynn Market Facebook page.

June 27, 2013

Pop-ups: Deal of the Week & new hours

Pop-up Shop Deal of the Week

This week’s deal comes from the aptly named Yummy Stuff:

Buy 5 cookies and get the 6th free! Valid from Thursday, June 27-Sunday, June 30.

And if you love Yummy’s cookies as much as we do, you can vote for them in NOW Magazine’s Best of Toronto 2013. Vote here for Best Cookie and here for Best Cupcake. Woo hoo!

Yummy Stuff | 1938 Danforth Avenue
Tuesday-Friday 11-7 | Saturday 9-6

And while you’re voting, don’t forget the other Danforth East gems up for awards: vote here for Better Bulk (Best Bulk Food), vote here for Wag on the Danforth (Best Pet Store), vote here for Red Rocket (Best Latte), vote here for Sauce (Best Bar). Congrats to everyone on their nominations!

New Hours and Canada Day closings

Fashionistas take note: after sussing out the needs of their customers, Krystle Lee and In This Closet have updated their store hours.

Krystle Lee’s new hours:

Monday: closed
Tuesday-Friday: 11-7
Saturday: 12-6
Sunday: private appointments between 12-5

In This Closet’s new hours:

Monday: closed

Tuesday-Thursday: 11-8

Friday: 11-9

Saturday: 12-8

Sunday: 12-5

E-Closet‘s Natasha will be heading to L.A. to stock up on new fashions for the shop (score for us!), so she’ll be closed on holiday Monday and will re-open Thursday, July 4.

June 26, 2013

A Market, of Course! & Parenting Workshop

“Why are all those people in the Park?” A Farmers’ Market! Of Course!

If you are newer to the Danforth East area or perhaps have only recently discovered the East Lynn Farmers’ Market, check out this video about the history of how DECA Board Member Alison McMurray and the Farmerlicious Femmes transformed the park with a farmers’ market. And we’re all thankful they did!

What’s on this week:

Naturopathic Doctor Nana Jokura will be offering free tongue and pulse diagnosis and will be discussing how to enjoy a healthy natural summer (3:00-5:00 pm)
Mrs. Darling’s will be running her creative craft table (starting at 4:30 pm)
Students from Silver Spirit Karate Club will provide market goers with a demonstration (4:30 pm)
The Patchamama Quilt group will be on hand with information about how to express your hopes and dreams for Mother Earth and contribute to a quilt reflecting the expressions of support for the Universal Declaration of the Rights of Mother Earth to be presented at the United Nations
A birdie told me that there might be some henna artists hanging out at the face painting tent. You’ll just have to show up to find out!

Don’t forget to send your best market pictures to events(at)danfortheastcommunityassociation.com . We intend to use the pictures you submit on our blog, facebook page and website.

ABC’s of Positive Discipline Workshop

If you have a misbehaving munchkin then this workshop might be for you. Check out the poster below for the full details of a parenting course on positive discipline to be held at Artisans At Work on July 18th. Happy parenting! (Cost $15)