Arts & Life

Scarborough Arts & Life April 3, 2012

Dining out the healthy way in Scarborough is hard, but possible

With the popularity of health-focused restaurants in Toronto’s downtown core, Scarborough residents say they have trouble knowing where to find healthy restaurants closer to home. Canada’s food guide for healthy eating suggests avoiding foods high in calories, fat, sugar, and sodium. Restaurants like Fresh, which has three locations in Toronto, are vowing to serve the public more healthy meals made from “wholesome, natural ingredients” without animal by-products.

Toronto Arts & Life April 1, 2012

Yoga helps bond new borns and new moms

“A lot of women experience stress as a new mother, as there’s a lot of responsibility on them and an enormous change in their lifestyle,” says Zahra Haji.

Toronto Arts & Life March 29, 2012

UN day to end racism revives memories for some

On the eve of the United Nation’s International Day for the Elimination of Racial Discrimination, South African born Thembela Kepe, 46, joined the faculty and students at the University of Toronto’s Scarborough campus to screen…

Scarborough Arts & Life March 28, 2012

Are Scarborough cemeteries safe?

Margaret Grainger doesn’t mind the hour drive to visit Scarborough’s Pine Hills Cemetery, where her parents are buried. Her move from Scarborough to Richmond Hill in recent years has not impeded her monthly trips, during which she lays flowers on the graves of her loved ones and takes a moment of silence at Birchmount Road and St. Clair Avenue. The only inconvenient part of her visits is the fact that she feels unsafe coming alone anytime outside of busy, daylight hours.

Scarborough Arts & Life March 26, 2012

St. Dunstan craft sale ‘not all about making money’

Arts and crafts lovers united once again at St. Dunstan of Canterbury Anglican Church on March 23 for their Annual Spring Sale.

Toronto Arts & Life March 26, 2012

‘Pole cats’ ring out at East York’s Harmony Hall

What was once a way to pass time while waiting in line has evolved into one of “the best kept secrets” of the singing world. Tucked away on East York’s Gower Street, Harmony Hall is nondescript building with a welcoming vibe that resonates with the classic harmonies of barbershop quartets.

Toronto Arts & Life, News March 25, 2012

Playground community already planning to rebuild

Jennifer Hamilton has been keeping it secret from her son for a week. “I haven’t told my son yet because I know he’d be upset,” she said. “I think (the damage) is a huge waste.” The castle at Jamie Bell Adventure Playground burned down early St. Patrick’s Day (March 17) morning. Hamilton’s five-year-old son Leith is fond of the playground.

Scarborough Arts & Life March 25, 2012

Seedy event brings out green thumbs; leaves green in the wallet

A gathering of seed vendors and local gardeners brought out the green-thumbed crowds. While the stars of the show may have been the thousands of seeds up for sale, the real winner was the long-term savings.

Scarborough Food March 23, 2012

Review: Great eats, empty glasses

Arkadia House is located in Scarborough’s north end, but it brings flavours to your mouth which are reminiscent of a Greek island. The food is great, but the same cannot be said about the service we received.

Scarborough Arts & Life March 23, 2012

Give a ‘hoot and howl’ for wildlife

As part of a Feb. 9 workshop, Scarborough residents were encouraged to mimic owl and coyote calls in the name of environmental preservation. The workshop, Hoot and Howl, was hosted by the Toronto and Region Conservation Authority at Curran Hall Community Centre. Zoologist Erin Bullis uses the workshop to raise awareness about dwindling wildlife populations and species living in both Morningside Park and Highland Creek.