Bayview  Village Association www.bayviewvillage.org

Newsletter             April 2007

 

 

' It's better in Bayview Village '

 

Newsletter Editor: Judi Codd 416-225-5162

                                                           Email is jcodd@yorku.ca

 

 


Can You HELP?

Bayview Village Association is asking help from any resident to organize our Village Community Fair in Bayview Village Park for Saturday, September 15, 2007

 

  The aim of this event is to bring some fun for the village residents, as well create community friendliness. 

We have a fair number of volunteers willing and able to help on day of the event, but need someone to facilitate and manage.  For more details contact me or email to bayviewvill@bayviewvillage.org.

 Poonam Jain (President) 416-222-8365

 


BVA’S annual Spring Clean-Up Day

SATURDAY, APRIL 21.   

 

Bayview Village Association invites you to our

Annual Spring Clean-up of the Village

Saturday April 21, from 12 noon until 3pm

Meet at Forest Grove Drive ravine entrance

Bring work gloves, we‘ll have garbage bags

Refreshments provided afterward (at 2 PM

 

Fun for the whole family – Come On Your Own – Bring A Friend –

 

And remember: Friday, April 20, is a Toronto wide Community Clean-Up Day.  Residents can contribute to our community by spending just 20 minutes cleaning up areas near their homes, especially just beyond their own properties.

 

 


Good News In The Village

Last month this newsletter had an item about a set of lost keys. We are pleased to report that a local resident found the keys and called the number we listed to report the discovery.  The owners of the keys are very relieved to have them returned. And we would like to thank the caller for their ‘good neighbour actions’. Further evidence of what makes Bayview Village special.

Text Box: Broadway Quality – Local Location JESUS CHRIST SUPERSTAR – on stage nightly from APRIL 17 - 20 Show starts: 7:30 pm Join the staff and students of Earl Haig S.S. as they present this timeless, classic musical by Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber. This musical first exploded onto the stage in 1971 – Don’t miss this chance to rock your music world. Ticket prices: April 17/18 $15 April 19/20 $20 For tickets either drop by the main office during the day (9-4 Mon to Fri) or call 416-395-3210 and ask for Victoria (tickets can be held for you up to 30 minutes before showtime) Music In The Village

The final recital in the Borderless Song 2006–2007 season takes place at 7:30 pm on Sunday, April 22 at Forest Grove United Church.

 

Featured artists include Jacquelyn Familant, soprano, Alvin Tung, guitarist and Christopher Burton, pianist performing songs from the classical to contemporary genres.  

 

Tickets available from Jean Probyn or at the door – adults $25, seniors & students $15.  

Air Conditioning

This year is supposed to be the hottest and most humid, we have known.

Apart from ensuring you’re A/C system is serviced and is in good working order take note that

air conditioners, manufactured in 2007, have a higher Energy Efficiency rating than previous models. If using the latest refrigerant (Puron or R410A) they are also environmentally friendly.

 

The combination of these two items means that a new system can be 40% less expensive to operate than old units and not harm the environment.

Is there a drawback, well the new units are bigger than the old ones.

Is there an Upside? Well believe it or not, there is. If you replace your old inefficient air conditioning system with a new unit that complies with certain guidelines, the Ontario Power Authority is offering rebates that will start at $350 for an ac system only to $600 if you replace the furnace as well.

DownSpout Disconnection – Absolutely FREE!

You can help:

· Reduce your risk of basement flooding

· Reduce pollution to our creeks, rivers and Lake Ontario

· Make Toronto's beaches cleaner for swimming

How?    Call the City's Downspout Disconnection Program at 416-392-1807 they will arrange to disconnect your downspouts free of charge.

 

The city does all the work - All you have to do is call and register.

What the City will do:

· Cut the downspouts where they enter the ground.

· Install a plug where it has been cut off.

· Add an extension and splash pad, or a rainbarrel (if necessary) to ensure water is not draining near your home’s foundation.

 

Dog-Gone Good News

We want to thank all the dog owners who are doing such a great job picking-up after their 4-legged friends.  Dog owners play a special role in our community as they are among our most frequent walkers – and it is their presence that greatly contributes to making our neighbourhood safe.  We need them.

So a great big thank you to all pet walkers!

 

 

2nd Annual Bayview Village Garden Tour

Sunday, June 10, 2007 – Mark Your Calendars

Calling all Gardeners!  Have the opportunity to share your garden with the Bayview Village Community at the 2nd Bayview Village Garden Tour.  We are looking for gardens to be part of our special day on June 10, 2007.  Last year’s Garden Tour was a big success and we anticipate this year to be a resounding encore.

If you are interested in participating in our tour, contact Mary Anderson at 416-229-0094.

 

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          Our History In Print:          

                From Farmland to One of Canada’s Most Picturesque Communities                

 

 

 

 

   

    Ë all about Flynntown & the role of the railroad line

    Ë history of the mansions of Bayview

    Ë stories of the churches and schools in and around BV

    Ë all about local pioneering families: the McKees, Cummers, Pearson, Sheppards, and Dempseys

 

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

 Neighbourhood Watch  - by Zel Bocknek

 

Seat Belt Campaign Toronto Police have informed us they will be conducting their spring seat belt campaign from April 23rd – 27th, 2007. There will be a zero tolerance for all offenders. Remember seat belts save lives.

 

Spring Garden Clean Up - Alert

As we make plans to clean up outdoors criminals are making plans, too.

These criminals pick a house where someone is out in the garden. While you are busy raking, or planting the criminal walks into your unlocked house and grabs a purse or wallet left at the door or on a table.

 People don’t think this will happen. They think just because they are in the yard someone wouldn’t take the chance to walk through an unlocked door. And it happens to young or old home owners.

The suspects are usually middle age to older, male or female, dressed to fit in and not draw attention. If found in the house they will fake illness, say they are lost or are looking for someone. They are very cool - they are pros.

 

Hints and Tips -Be aware

-Lock the doors even if you are on the property

-Don’t leave wallets on tables and counters

-If you have an unwanted visitor, don’t get between them and the door

-Call 911 if you see someone suspicious we do want to hear from you

 

These address plaques will help to make sure your house number is visible from the street.  And allow your family and friends, as well as emergency vehicles, to find you.

 

REMEMBER TO CHECK OUR WEBSITE: www.bayviewvillage.org