Congratulations to Winners of BVA’s 3^rd Annual Winter Magic in the Village Decorating Challenge

 

Our excellent judges selected the following winners:

Most creative display and Best use of colour - 18 Hi Mount.

Best non-electrical display - 70 Ravenscroft Circle

Best use of nature - 3 Farmingdale

Merriest Street in the village - Sumner Heights.

Thank you to all who entered and enjoyed this fun event.

The magic continues.

 

BAYVIEW VILLAGE ASSOCIATION Membership   #2 reason to join BVA: All members receive a copy of the BVA Directory. NEWS: The 2007 Directory will be in the mail in the next two weeks. Watch for it!   #3 reason to join BVA:  Our work with neighborhood police = Safer streets + Safer community.   If you haven’t already joined additional copies are available at our website: http://www.bayviewvillage.org/

 

BVA Wants YOU!   Get Involved!

We're looking for residents who are interested in joining our Executive in any capacity. 

It's a great opportunity to meet your neighbours, learn new skills and contribute to a wonderful community. If you are interested, please call the

Chair of our Nominating Committee, Gail Bebee 416-733-0221.

 

Neighbourhood Watch  - by Zel Bocknek   Theft of Air Bags Arrest: There have been numerous reports of air bags stolen from primarily Honda products in the TTC commuter lots in the division for the past few months. Last month one suspect was arrested in the Finch TTC lot breaking into a Honda and stealing the air bags.
	Our History Continues  – The Sheppard Avenue Mural Funded by the City of Toronto and initiated by councillor David Shiner, the mural is painted on the two abutment walls of the bridge crossing Sheppard Ave just west of Leslie St. Painted by artist Bill Wrigley, this was a very challenging project - and the result is a stunning improvement to the grey drabness of the underpass. The vibrant colours and playful motif of the mural are captivating to the passers-by. Have a look as you go by – it will brighten your day!

 

 

Our History In Print:           Bayview Village From Farmland to One of Canada’s Most Picturesque Communities                 Written by Jeanne Hopkins     o        all about Flynntown o        history of the mansions of Bayview o        stories of the churches and schools in and around BV o        all about the McKees, the Cummers, the Pearson, the Sheppards, the Dempseys o        the role of the railroad line   Bayview Village Association is pleased to bring you the written history of Bayview Village and surrounding area from the earliest settlers to modern day times. Over 120 pages, this book is available for $20 (tax included). To order your copy: Bayview Village Association    c/o Doug Webster, 7 Sutcliffe Drive, Toronto, ON M2K 2A5      Tele.  416-221-5870

 

Raccoons – How To Be Critter Wise – part 2

The two most effective and humane ways to prevent problems with raccoons are: 

1. Secure your garbage so that you do not attract and feed raccoons; 2.Secure your home so that raccoons cannot find convenient shelter within.

 

Our last issue dealt with securing garbage. This month we focus on Securing Your Home

Animal control experts know the importance of securing entry points in preventing many chronic wildlife problems. The Toronto Humane Society endorses most exclusion techniques as humane, as well as long-lasting and cost-effective.

 

Ways to secure your home:

·          Check Your Home: Keep garage and shed doors shut. Check porches, decks, sheds and garages for holes or weak areas, make sure there are no animals living inside and then seal them up securely. Regularly check roofs and eaves, block all holes using galvanized sheet metal. Use 6mm rust-proof screening over open vents.

·          Trim Branches: Raccoons can jump short distances and may gain entry to roofs via trees or branches that extend to the roof or slightly above it. Keep larger tree branches trimmed so they are not within reach of house or garage.

·          Remove Unused TV Antenna Towers: Raccoons will use television antenna towers to climb onto the roof. If you no longer use your tower, arrange to have it removed.

·          Cap Chimneys: All chimneys should be capped to prevent entry by raccoons or other wildlife. The average cost of capping a chimney is far less than the average cost of removing a trapped raccoon. Chimney caps are also a safety device, as they prevent sparks from leaving the chimney and are available at hardware stores.  More details: www.torontohumanesociety.com/caringforPet/raccoons.html

 

To ReCycle Or Not To Recycle

Here is a list of items NOT to be ReCYCLED

Plastic: toys, make-up jars, caulking tubes, clear egg cartons, fruit and vegetable containers, food storage containers, drinking cups and take-out food containers, molded bakery item trays, pails with metal handles, motor oil jugs, bags, plant trays and flower pots, foam cups, dishes and egg cartons (polystyrene or Styrofoam), Bubble pack mailers (have plastic 'bubbles', place in the regular garbage). 

Glass: drinking glasses, dishes, cups, crystal, window glass, light bulbs, mirrors, pottery, pots and pans, make-up jars

Metal: coat hangers, pots and batteries

Aluminum: foil wrap and bags (i.e. potato chip bags)

Fibers: tissues, waxed paper, foil gift wrap, waxed cardboard

Note: Some of these items can be recycled at a Drop-off Depot or a Community Environment Day event. For more information, call 416.338.2010, or visit www.toronto.ca/recycle

What To Do About Dental Floss

–  Do NOT FLUSH – DO NOT RECYCLE –

Sadly, this item is wrecking havoc in Toronto’s sewer system. It is gumming up the works and has resulted in big repair bills. It must be disposed as garbage.

Under no circumstances should this be flushed.

 

 

Events In The Village

B.V. TO HAVE ITS OWN CONCERT SERIES

Dr. Christopher Burton, Music Director at Forest Grove United Church, and dedicated volunteers are offering a new concert series at the church. Recent concerts have included Canada’s own John Arpin, who dazzled the audience with an array of popular ragtime and blues selections.

Future concerts include:

·          St. Valentine’s Day (Feb 14) concert: performed by 5 opera singers presenting some of the most beloved and endearing arias from the world of opera, operetta, and Broadway tunes. Among it will be the “world’s most famous” opera aria, Vesti la Giubba, from Pagliacci.

·          March 11: Concert featuring a rare visit from one of the world’s foremost contemporary violinists, accompanied on piano by the incredible Jean-Paul Sevilla. Later in the season there is talk about an opera double bill but details are still under wraps. For more details please contact 416 222-2781.

 

 

BVA 50th Anniversary Event Bayview Village Association Day at the Zoo – Zoo - Zoo Sunday March 4th, 2007 Join us for a visit to the Toronto Zoo.  We’ve arranged discounted prices and an exclusive behind the scenes tour for BVA members.  (Optional behind the scenes tour spots are limited.) Sign up by completing and returning this form with your cheque (full amount) made out to the Bayview Village Association - deliver to the mailbox at 30 Restwell Crescent by Friday, February 23.         Meet us at the Zoo entrance at 9:30 AM.  Watch for the Bayview Village Association sign.  We will organize tour groups of 10 to 15 people.  Tours start at 10:00am. Free parking.  Lunch on your own in the restaurant near the African Pavilion or bring your own picnic lunch to eat in the restaurant.           Sign up today.       BVA DAY AT THE ZOO SIGN UP FORM – PLEASE PRINT CLEARLY Name:  First____________________   Last __________________________________ Telephone #_________________  Address _________________________________     Admission Price Add $6.00 for tour(optional) Admission Total No. of people Sub total, $ Zoo members Free         Adults (13 to 64) $ 16.15         Seniors: (65 & over) $ 11.05         Children (4 to 12) $  9.35         There is no charge for children under 4.                                Total enclosed  $_________ MAKE CHEQUE PAYABLE TO: Bayview Village Association