The Cabbagetown Residents Association has posted a Riverdale farm survey. The survey is part of a study by the Toronto District School Board (TDSB). I have always thought of Riverdale Farm as one of Toronto’s great hidden treasures. Please help them out by responding to the survey here: http://bit.ly/1QVRC11 Remember to check out the Riverdale Farm website for more details on any upcoming events for you and your family! Image courtesy of Toronto Then and Now. 

The Cabbage Cutting Opening Ceremonies The ceremonial cabbage cutting is what officially opens the 37th Cabbagetown Festival of the Arts.  It takes place Saturday Sept. 7 promptly at 11am on the TD Main Stage. Join us with the Cabbagetown BIA chairman Frank Bernardo, the Queen (Luba Goy) and The Honourable Bob Rae for what promises to be a very amusing opening to to this years amazing festival. For more information and details about this years Cabbagetown Festival please visit http://www.cabbagetownfestival.org/

Tomorrow is the Cabbagetown Annual Blair’s Run. It’s the 34th mini-marathon that kicks off the Cabbagetown Festival of the Arts activities with an early morning run to raise funds in support of the Cabbagetown Youth Centre. Registration is $10.00 and starts at 8:30am; race time is 9:45am. Immediately following the race the Awards Ceremony will take place on the TD Main Stage, hosted by Marilyn Marshall. For more information and details about the festival and events please visit http://www.cabbagetownfestival.org/ Good Luck to all the participants

Its about that time again for everyone to come celebrate with us at Cabbagetown South Community Street Party.  Come and meet new friends and gather with old friends and  show your community spirit and proving Cabbagetown is the best place to live in Toronto. Venue: Central Neighbourhood House, 349 Ontario Street (between Gerrard and Dundas) Date: 15 Sep 2013 Time:  12:00 PM to 6:00 PM View Larger Map at Central Neighborhood House (CHN) 349 Ontario Street. Join us for some good old fashioned FUN!  If it rains we will move inside. Toronto Fire Services come with their Fire Truck Meet and Greet from 1 pm …

One Night In Cabbagetown 2013 is now in it’s third successful year this festival opener has proven a crowd favourite. Come taste the many flavours of Cabbagetown cuisine. A $10 ticket gets you four tasty and delicious samples at your choice of the participating venues. We have several new restaurants in the neighbourhood – now’s your chance to sample their wares. It all takes place Thursday, Sept. 5, 7pm until closing time.  Tickets are now available at these participating venues: .   Alice’s Place – 554 Parliament St. .   Butter Chicken Factory – 556 Parliament St. .   Kingyo – 51B Winchester St .   Stout …

The Toronto Dance Theatre, located at 80 Winchester Street, Cabbagetown, was first built in 1891 under the influence of architects Gorden & Helliwell, as well as Molesworth, West, & Secord. As one of the few bold Romanesque Revival structures in Toronto, and the only example of such style in Cabbagetown, the Toronto Dance Theater plays an important role culturally and historically in the Metcalfe Heritage Conservation District. A part from the Toronto Dance Theatre, one must also recognize the University of Toronto as Toronto’s most iconic form of Romanesque Revival. Together, these two buildings attract much admiration from architects all …

Seaton House Redevelopment The Seaton House redevelopment plans, proposed by Councillor Wong-Tam, were adopted by the City Council late last week with the following amendments: (a) to ensure that the change to emergency shelter beds at the George Street site is managed in conjunction with the direction provided by Council in April 2013 to aim for a shelter occupancy rate no higher than 90% in the short term and a shelter occupancy rate policy that ensures that all homeless persons seeking a bed can be accommodated; and (b) to establish an advisory group for the redevelopment of Seaton House that …

Last Wednesday marked the official grand-opening of the Regent Park Farmer’s Market, located between Daniel’s Spectrum and One Park Place. Continuing until October 30th, every Wednesday from 3 to 7pm, merchants will set-up their booths and display fresh produce, various cultural foods, and local goodies for pedestrians to browse. In addition to the markets, local musicians and artists will perform weekly for event guests, adding to the fact the Regent Park Farmer’s Market is an exciting new development for all Torontonians to explore. Daniel’s Corporation, in partnership with the Toronto Housing Community, introduced the new Regent Park Farmer’s Market as …

Getting Down to Business The Ben Wicks has been an integral part of the Cabbagetown Community for 29-years, and we are all very fortunate to have had such an amazing place for friends to gather. Sadly, Robert McEnirney, proud owner of Ben Wicks and Cabbagetown BIA member, has sold the beloved pub, but we are all thankful for his contributions to the neighbourhood these last few decades. In the same manner as last week, we say goodbye to one while welcoming another. Get ready for The Scullery, opening soon at 200 Carlton Street. Undoubtedly, this bake shop will be a …

What’s On? As usual, Kendall & Co. has a few new things to check out over the summer. Come in this week and discover their beautiful Ceramic Torpedo vases, which would make a lovely addition to any home. Similarly, if you are in the mood to redecorate, check-out the Eclectisaurus‘ Danish teak table; a 52″ by 93″ mid-century delicate piece of furniture, guaranteed to enrich the likes of any room. Lastly, pop into Barracuda to find a great selection of home decor and glassware at an incredible price — summer’s here and it’s time to liven up the home. Saying …