Vol. 41 No. 8 October 2004
President’s Update
Greetings!
I enjoyed meeting many of you at the Annual Champagne
Social a couple of weeks ago. The Black
and White evening was a tremendous success and the credit goes to the
organizers who worked on the social committee. They are MHA Directors Bev Evans
and Diane McLeod, Associate Directors Anne Marie Stoneburgh, Patti Thorne,
Tamara Greene and MP Stokes and residents Sue Danyluk and Marti Philp. The
committee also had help from Mary Lordon and Pat Currie.
In addition to the new directors, I announced last month I
would also like to welcome Peter Sgro of Arbroath Crescent and Romeo Sinopoli
of Mill Road to the Board of Directors. Both Peter and Romeo came forward
without being asked and both share a desire to give something back to the
community. Their contribution is appreciated and I ask you to give them your
support.
One of the areas where MHA money goes is to the Annual
Markland Wood Scholarship Awards. $1,000 scholarships are awarded to college-bound
students, who display, among other things, a commitment in giving to the
community. Pictured on our cover are the winners of this year’s contest,
Samantha Hicks and Cailey Ross.
Samantha recently graduated from Silverthorn Collegiate and
is currently attending Queen’s University. She is in the Arts and Science
program, majoring in Geography and would like to pursue a career in
education.
Cailey is currently majoring in Geography at Queen’s
University, where she is also a bagpipe player in the spirited Queen’s Bands.
At this time, Cailey is unsure, career-wise, where in the world she will end up
(“geography pun intended”).
Congratulations to you both and the members of the Markland community
wish you the best of luck as you begin your college studies.
Yes, its that time of year again, when one of your
directors will be calling at your door to collect the annual $7 membership
dues. Please leave the $7 somewhere near your front door, so it is convenient
for you or a member of your family to reach it when one of us stops by. Your $7
goes towards various activities in which the MHA is involved, such as providing
annual education scholarships, as mentioned above, representing local community
issues and concerns, hosting local events (such as All Candidates Meetings) and
sponsoring children’s sports teams.
Updating you on the development of the site of the former
Petro Canada Station at Bloor and Mill Road: There is a community meeting on
October 4th, where the developers, along with the City Planner, will
be making a presentation and taking any questions. Notice has been given to those close to the site, as required by
law. As mentioned last month, anyone else who has an interest in what is being
proposed there should contact Gary Dysart, Planner, at 416-394-8233. The plan
is not finalized yet and you may contact Gary even after October 4th, if
you are interested.
An air quality study has been undertaken the past three
years for the area surrounding Toronto Pearson International Airport (TPIA). There
is a draft final report, entitled “Human Health Risk Assessment of Air
Emissions from the TPIA”. We would like to have the Minister of Health come and
address the MHA to explain its findings and take any questions you may have. We
will try to do this for as early as the November meeting, if possible. If you are interested in attending, please
call me, or one of the other directors, to confirm the date
October is fire prevention month. Take some time to review
your premises for hazards. Be sure your
alarms are in working order. Make or update an inventory list of your household
items. Go over escape routes with the members of your household and where to
meet outside in the event of a fire. Perhaps you can make this part of your
routine for getting the house ready for winter.
October also means Halloween, one of the best nights of the
year in this community, whether you go out with the little ones or greet the
visitors at your door. It is a three-hour long period of entertainment.
Unfortunately, it can also be a night for senseless vandalism. In addition to
the usual vigilance exercised by all, I would ask the young people of this
neighbourhood to be leaders and look out for their community by doing their
part to prevent such vandalism from occurring.
Finally, October is Thanksgiving. You only have to
periodically review the news from around the world to appreciate all that has
been given to us here. Hoping you have the opportunity to take some time on
this weekend to reflect with your family and friends on all that we have.
Have a good one.
Best regards,
Patrick Clifford
President
Markland Homes Association
Airport Noise Complaints: (416) 247-7682
2004-2005 Board of Directors
EXECUTIVE
PRESIDENT: Patrick Clifford, 8 The Green Pines 621-7695
VICE-PRESIDENT: Tom Napier, 1 Markland Dr.
622-9630
SECRETARY: Diane Mcleod,
15 Aymarn Crt. 622-2183
TREASURER: Gerard Betsch, 14 Winsdale Road 620-4896
DIRECTORS
Richard Boehnke, 67 Markland Dr.
621-5089
Brian Brennand, 2 Markland Dr.
622-8011
Paul Cavanagh, 1 Mountain
Ash Crt. 622-9546
Bev Evans, 8 Winsdale Rd.
621-2153
Michael Georgopoulos, 21
Cosway Crt. 626-1061
Bo Lawrentiw, 110 Mill
Rd, 622-9522
Paul Marano, 12 Markland Drive 626-8604
Don Matheson, 30 Markwood Cr.
621-4291
Graham Maguire, 2 Broadfield Dr.
620-4398
Greg Rohn, 102 Mill Rd. 626-0562
Anna Schaefer, 33 Cherry Post Cr.
695-3601
Peter Sgro, 24 Arbroath
Cr. 622-9930
Romeo Sinopoli, 95 Mill Rd. 622-3839
Associate Directors
Stephen Blimkie,
Helen Boehnke, Bob Cooke, Tamara Greene, Mary Lordan, Ian Sillars, Irene
Sillars, Donna Sokic, MP (Pierina) Stokes, Anne-Marie Stoneburgh and Patti
Thorne.
2004 Champagne
Social
Marklanders rose to the occasion as
last month's annual "Champagne Social" featured a Black & White
theme! With a balloon arch greeting our guests and the tone set by
striking centrepieces provided by Cathy Graham and Pat Hunt, we were treated to
great tunes, spot dances and fun games by "Gus, the Party
Guy". MHA President Patrick Clifford said a few words, and encouraged
us all to support the generous local businesses that provided the night's many
prizes. Social Committee Co-chairs, Bev Evans and Diane McLeod, had extra
help this year from several new Associate Directors ... special thanks Tamara and
M.P. for the fresh ideas and great decorations, and warm thanks to all the
committee members for their hard work! It was a great evening, and one
that many new Marklanders took advantage of. Be sure to mark your
calendars now for the last Friday in September as next year's Champagne Social
will be on September 30th - you won't want to miss it!
Bev Evans
A letter from Rose Kurak
Dear Marklanders,
Ed and I were thrilled to receive an invitation to the “First Annual
Mill Road (south of Bloor) Street Party”. The organizers were the Rohns,
the Sinopolis and the Coffeys. The Rohns, residing at 102 Mill Road, had two
BBQs to cook burgers and dogs, tables for the food dishes each attending family
supplied, chairs for neighbors, music and a TV set for World Cup Hockey
enthusiasts to watch the game. A play area for the youngsters was next door at
the Coffey’s, with games and activities supervised by attending adults.
What an enjoyment it was to see so many of our former close neighbors
and to get to know others we hadn’t known that well. Ed and I had it reaffirmed
what a great community Markland Wood is because of the individuals living here
and the great ideas put into action like this street party. It was a joy to see
all the Junior Marklanders that will be growing up on Mill Road. The Street
Party will be one of those great memories the youngsters will have for life.
A sincere thank you to Amelia and Greg Rohn for inviting us! There is no
doubt we will be back for this yearly event.
I couldn’t simply send this note without attaching a Rose’s Recipe.
Here’s one for barbequing salmon fillets.
Grilled Salmon Fillet
1 medium size salmon fillet
2 tsp. dried tarragon
2 tbsp. Lemon juice
¼ cup honey Dijon mustard or 2 tbsp each of Dijon mustard and honey
2 tsp. olive oil
Place salmon on tinfoil,
skin side down. Create a boat by raising sides of aluminum foil. Crumble
tarragon overtop and rub in. Place 2 tablespoons lemon juice into a small bowl.
Whisk in Dijon mustard, honey and oil. Pour over fish. Use a spoon to cover
fish with marinade. Let marinate at room temperature 15 minutes, but no more
than 30 minutes, while grill is heating up.
Place tinfoil with salmon on medium-high barbeque. Grill 20-30 minutes,
until fish flakes when tested with fork.
Enjoy!
Sincerely, Rose Kurak
School News
Millwood Junior School
Welcome
back to a new and exciting year at Millwood! We hope everyone had a safe and
healthy summer. We are looking forward to renewing acquaintances and meeting
new parents at our yearly September barbecue. This year’s format will be
a little different and we hope that all families will join us starting at
5:00 p.m. on Wednesday September 22nd.
This year we welcome the following new staff members: Mrs. A Vetro-Futia (Grade 1), Mrs. N. McDonald (Grade ½), Mme. S. Donaghey (Grade 1 F.I.), Mlle S. Morin (Grade 1F.I.) and Mme. Ansara (Grade3/4 F.I.). These experienced teachers bring a variety of skills to their respective positions.
One of the reasons Millwood Junior School is a great school is the variety of partnerships that occur between school, parents and the community. Our School Council and Home and School Association provide excellent opportunities for parents to become involved in school life. Please feel free to inquire. We will keep you posted as to important information items and activities on our new outdoor sign.
With your co-operation and support, the staff and I look forward to a great year at Millwood!
Ms. T. Carravetta
Principal
Silverthorn Collegiate
Silverthorn In High Gear
Silverthorn has been a bustling centre of activities from the time
school reopened on September 8th. As usual, the guidance office was
the busiest place during the start-up days, September 1st, 2nd
and 7th, as well as for the few days that followed. Guidance counsellors
were busy with new registrations and timetable changes. At the same time, the
administration and office staff was busy with getting the students and the
teaching staff back into gear for the coming school year.
This year the school has been rewired for faster communications
technology. All the student and teacher accounts are now centrally networked to
the TDSB server. We started the year, however, on a sad note with the sudden
passing of SCI’s head caretaker, Mr. Steve Innis. Mr. Innis is fondly
remembered by all the students and staff at Silverthorn.
The student clubs have also kicked into action and are well on their
way to planning the coming school year. Everyone at Silverthorn was picture
perfect on Tuesday, September 14th, for Photo Day. On Friday, 17th
September, the Grade 9 Dance, planned by the Prefects, was held. Themed “Blast
from the Past”, it was a great success. Other school clubs, like the SAA,
organized the Grade 9 Inter-murals. As well, the SAC organized “Caf
Corruption”, which included competitions such as “chugging” and “fly on the
wall.” The school newspaper, the SCI VIBES, is aiming to publish the first
issue of the school newspaper as soon as possible. I’m looking forward to
reading what the students at SCI have to say.
School clubs aren’t the only ones that have been busy since school
reopened. Several school sports teams have started practices and tryouts and
more are being planned. Junior boys’ football, senior boys’ football, tennis,
senior and junior girls’ volleyball, etc… are just some of the teams that have
started up again this school year.
This year, instead of a “Spirit Assembly,” which in the past years was
a combination of a pep rally and an information fair, the grade 9 and 10
students were shown an informational video, regarding motivation and goal
setting during the first T.A.P session of the school year and were given a
handout with the descriptions of the various clubs at Silverthorn. At the same
time, the grade 11 and 12 students had an assembly, regarding University and
College information in the auditorium.
With September coming to an end, SCI is now preparing for October,
which will see more events like the awards assembly, Commencement, photo
re-take day, as well as the grade 10 reading and writing literacy test. It is
evident that the Spartan spirit abounds in the halls at Silverthorn!
Church
News
St.
Clement Catholic Church
St. Clement Parish invites you to
attend a "Liturgy Series" to be held in our Parish Hall on
consecutive Wednesdays, beginning October 13 to November 10, from 7-9 p.m. Rev.
Larry Leger, Rev. Roy Roberts and Margaret Bick will facilitate this series.
All are welcome!
Sacramental
Preparation for First Reconciliation and First Communion. We invite parents of children (Grade 2 and up) to contact our Parish
Office at 416-621-4060 for information regarding our Preparation Process and
registration.
October 11 and 12 : Thanksgiving
food Drive
Please bring your non-perishable
food items to the church hall. Food donations will go to the Good Shepherd
Refuge
Sunday,
October 31: Holy Hour - 4:00 p.m.
This will be followed by
refreshments in the Parish Hall.
Monday,
November 1: All Saints Day - 7:00-8:00 p.m.
Have your child dress up as his
or her favourite saint and join our All Saints Day Celebration and Parade. We
will gather in the Church at 7:00 p.m. Refreshments will be served in the
Parish Hall.
Bloordale United Church
4258 Bloor St. West. Etobicoke, Ontario, M9C 1Z7 621-1710
Morning
services at 10:30 a.m.
RENFORTH BAPTIST CHURCH
627 Burnhamthorpe Road. M9C 2Y9
621-1990
Sunday services at 10:30 a.m.
The Renforth Annual Concert will be on October 22nd at 7:45
p.m., with the "MARJORIES CHORUS" presenting an evening of
music for everyone.
Tickets $10. Information at the church.
St.
James United Church
400 Burnhamthorpe Road,
Etobicoke
(Just west of 427 on the south side of
Burnhamthorpe Road.)
622-4113
Celebration Service 9:00 a.m.
(includes Sunday School)
Traditional Service 10:30 a.m.
(includes Sunday School,
baby-sitting)
Fellowship with tea or coffee after service
CRAFTSPEOPLE:
Book now for St. James United
Church Craft Show
Saturday, November 13th. Table rental $45.
For more information please call: (416) 242-8277
The
Church of Christ the King
475 Rathburn Road, Etobicoke
Just West of Hwy. 427
621-3630
M.M.P. 1st and 3rd Sunday
Communion 2nd and 4th Sunday
Regular Service Times
Sundays at 8:30 a.m. and 10:30 a.m.
Wednesdays at 10:30 a.m.
October 30: A.C.W. Rummage Sale
9a.m.-12 noon
Also CHECK US OUT ON OUR WEB SITE
http://netcomsolutions-ont.com/Christ_King
Rehoboth Fellowship Christian Reformed Church
800 Burnhamthorpe Road (just east of Mill
Rd.)
Etobicoke
622-9647
Reverend John Tenyenhuis
St. Matthew’s Anglican Church
3962 Bloor St. W. Etobicoke
416-231-4014
People and Places
Fall
Fundraiser For Farley Foundation
Drop by the BloorMill Veterinary Clinic (Markland Woods Plaza) Saturday
October 9th between 12 noon and 2 p.m. for Hot Apple Cider and homemade baked
goods. Bring your pets! Nail trims provided for $5, with all proceeds
going to the
Farley Foundation. Raffle with prizes (tickets available at the BloorMill
Veterinary Clinic with draw being held November 1st).
The Farley Foundation is a registered charity, which was established by the
Ontario Veterinary Medical Association in 2001 to assist seniors and disabled
persons on limited incomes with emergency treatment for their pets.
Parenting
and Family Literacy Program
The Toronto District School
Board’s Parenting and Family Literacy Program will be open again starting
September 7. It is a free drop-in that operates in Eatonville Public School,
Monday to Friday: 8:30 - 12:30.
Parents! Caregivers!
Grandparents! Bring your children, up to 6 years
We have a complete childrens’
programme, including Music and Story time, snacktime, arts and crafts, puzzles,
books, toys! Drop in with your child any day!
The Village Playhouse
2190 Bloor St. West (in Bloor West Village)
Cause Celebre, presented by the Village Playhouse, now celebrating four decades of community theatre. British dramatist Terence Rattigan's play about corrupt moral standards tells the story of a woman on trial for murder who is condemned for breaching community standards of decency rather than the murder she committed. Her fate rests with a juror who, at great cost to herself, upholds those very standards. A tense legal drama inspired by actual facts.
September 24 to October 16. Tickets are $16, $13 seniors and students. Season tickets subscription $65, seniors $55. Call 416-767-7702.
Arts Etobicoke Annual Juried Art Show
Now in its 24th year, this
important show is held at the Etobicoke Civic Centre Art Gallery, 399 The West
Mall from October 7 to October 29, 2004. $2500 will be presented at the Awards
Ceremony and Opening Reception on Thursday, October 7 at 8 p.m. For more
information call 416-622-8731. The show is sponsored by BDO Dunwoody LLP.
One of the most prominent and exciting exhibits in Toronto,
this year’s entries will be judged by Artist/Educator Lupe Rodriguez and Ann
MacDonald, Curator of the Doris McCarthy Gallery.
At the awards
ceremony on October 7, outstanding original works will be recognized with a
total of $2500 in prize money. The top prize for Best of Show is worth $1000,
presented by BDO Dunwoody LLP. The $750 Jurors’ First Award of Excellence is
co-sponsored by Brennen Partners and Westmount Gallery; the Jurors’ Second
Award of Excellence is worth $500 and sponsored by RBC Royal Bank; and the $250
People’s Choice Award is sponsored by Diana Matheson, Associate Broker and
Appraiser, Royal LePage Real Estate Services Ltd.
The Etobicoke
Newcomers Club for Women
Are you new to the area?
Interested in making new friendships?
Join us on the first Tuesday of each month at Kingsway Lambton United Church,
85 The Kingsway. The next two meetings are on Oct 5th and Nov 2nd
at 7:30 p.m.
The club is a not for profit women’s social organization and is
affiliated with the National Newcomers’ Council of Canada. Activities vary from
bridge to book club, social gatherings and visits to many Toronto exhibits. We
have several events for couples throughout the year. We are always open to new
ideas and welcome the participation of new members.
For further information call Vi at 416-237-0961.
Parent and Tot
Coffee Time
At Bloordale United Church, Room
13, on alternate Tuesday mornings between 9:15-11:15 a.m. Coffee is provided, but bring a snack for your little one(s). Next
dates: October 5 and 19 and
November 2. Make a friend, bring a friend,
be a friend. For more information, call Karen Miteff at 621-2293.
Mixed Evening Euchre Club
If you are interested in joining a Mixed Evening Euchre Group, please
contact Dorothy Sproule at 622-5900. The emphasis will be on having fun!
BRIDGE
Markland Wood Marathon Bridge Club is looking for
new members for the 2004/2005 season.
We have two groups:
- Mixed, one evening per month
- Ladies, two afternoons per month.
The new season starts in September. For more
information, please contact Iris or Hugh
Van Melle at 626-3249. If you play bridge and you don’t have a partner, call us
anyway. We may be able to find a partner for you.
Parent Education Network
605 Royal York Road, Suite 108 Toronto, ON M8Y 4G5
Telephone: (416) 255-8969
Fax: (416) 255-4162
Email:
Bullying – Cliques & ExClusion
For parents with children ages 6-12
(A single evening workshop)
Date: Thursday, October 7th 7:30-9:00 p.m.
Location:
Kingsway College School, 4600 Dundas Street West in Etobicoke
Fee:
$20 for PEN members and $25 for Non-members
The Parent
Education Network presents this workshop for parents to try to understand more
about cliques, exclusion and bullying?
Where does teasing end and bullying begin? Why is the bystander’s role crucial? What can adults do right now to begin to solve the problem?
Parents can learn to develop effective listening, problem- solving and
communication skills with your children.
PUMPKIN PIE BAKING
For parents and children who are 5-12 years old)
(A morning workshop)
Date: Saturday, October 16th 9:00 a.m.-12
noon.
Location:
The Assembly Hall at the intersection of Kipling Avenue and Lakeshore
Road
Fee:
$30.00 for PEN member and child and $35 for Non-member and child
Enjoy making a special apple pie that you created together
and are proud to take home to bake. This course is designed to provide a
co-operative environment where family members want to help and see the
value in putting their skills together. It also demonstrates that, at an early
age, children can learn to take on essential tasks, learn new skills and feel
good about themselves.
MOTHER-DAUGHTER BOOK CLUB (For girls 9-12 years old)
(6 sessions –Oct. to May)
Begins: Wednesday, October 13 7:00-8:30 pm
Location:
Oxford Learning Centre
Fee:
Members and child: $100 and Non-members and child: $110
The Mother-Daughter Book Club is not just about reading
books, reading or mastering analytical skills. It is about Mothers and
Daughters, girls and women, and how reading and talking together can enrich our
relationships with one another and strengthen our daughters’ self-esteem and courage
to be herself.
POSITIVE DISCIPLINE FOR PARENTS WITH PRE-TEENS
(With children 9-12 years old)
(A six-week course)
Date: Thursday, October 14th 7:30-9:30 p.m.
Location:
Kingsway College School, 4600 Dundas St. West in Etobicoke
Fee: Members: $90 per person or $150 for
couples and Non-members: $100 per person and $160 for couples
Parents will be introduced to fostering self-esteem,
self-discipline, responsibility, independence, and respect for self and others
in their teens. Learn how to respond to new behaviours that your child is
testing out at home.
Please call (416) 255-8969 to register for any of these
courses
The Neilson Park
Creative Centre
56 Neilson Drive, Etobicoke ON M9C 1V7
September 28 to October 17
In the Main Gallery:
“Remembrances”
Marie A. Prospero
an exhibit of
memories and watercolour, acrylic and mixed media paintings.
Opening
Reception: Sunday, October 3 from 12:30 to 3:30 pm
In the Hall
Gallery:
“Reflections – the 4th Dimension”
Marina Prospero
a collection of photographs, mosaics and video images
October 19
to November 7
In the Main
Gallery:
“Thursday Tapestry”