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Police identify woman stabbed to death, set on fire in Etobicoke

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Joint police effort lead to arrest three hours after body discovered CYNTHIA REASON creason@insidetoronto.com Police have officially identified the woman stabbed to death and set on fire on an Etobicoke street early Saturday morning as 27-year-old Bridget Takyi. On Saturday morning at around 7 a.m., police were called to the Weston Road and Eglinton Avenue West area for an “unknown trouble” call. That investigation then led officers to a second location on Richgrove Drive, where Takyi’s body was discovered with “obvious signs of trauma.” She was pronounced dead at the scene. At a media briefing at police headquarters Monday afternoon, Det. Sgt.

The TTC will consider the feasibility of limiting the number of baby strollers allowed on its vehicles in the future. But chair Karen Stintz told reporters the transit commission has no intention of reducing the number of strollers allowed, for which there is currently no limit, nor would it consider charging extra for their use. “We’ll take it back (to staff) and see if there’s anything we can do,” said Stintz at city hall Monday afternoon.

Brian Borg of the Homicide Squad said the murder itself occurred at or around 4 a.m. Saturday morning, as the victim walked to her car – which was parked on Richgrove Drive – to drive to work. “It was at that time that an event occurred between the victim and the accused, which resulted in her death,” Borg said, characterizing her death as ‘extremely violent.’ “That death included both the victim being stabbed and being set on fire using a flammable substance...the intensity of that fire has virtually left her body unrecognizable.” As a result, it took police several days to definitively identify the victim as Takyi. A post-mortem examination, >>>ACCUSED, page 20

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Lakeshore Arts celebrates 20 years with special logo Lakeshore Arts launched a special new logo this week in celebration of its upcoming 20th anniversary in April. “The Arts have contributed to the overall health and well being of this community and Lakeshore Arts has played a key role in its revitalization and livability,” Lakeshore Arts Executive Director Susan Nagy said in a statement Monday, noting that the new logo, designed by Humber

College grad Alan Joson, will be used from January 2013 through to April 2014. “We are very excited to invite our neighbours and the rest of the City to celebrate our past accomplishments, our current growth and our future endeavours.” Over the last two decades, Lakeshore Arts has engaged more than 15,000 local children and youth >>>PLENTY, page 13

Stintz surprised strollers have become an issue on TTC

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At the monthly meeting, Stintz and the rest of the TTC’s board of commissioners (minus Glenn De Baeremaeker who was absent) voted to receive feedback from staff regarding the use of strollers on all vehicles, which can be a source of dissatisfaction among some commuters for their size and tendency to block seats and exits. Stintz, who said she has taken baby strollers on board TTC vehicles in the past with no argument from other riders, was surprised the issue came up during the two-hour board meeting. “I don’t have a resolution because quite frankly up until today I never considered the use of strollers to be a problem,” she said. In a five-minute deputation to the board, resident Elsa La Rosa said baby strollers are often the source of disputes between commuters. She called the presence of up to six strollers on one TTC bus a >>>STAFF, page 2

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Staff will report back on use of strollers on TTC vehicles >>>from page 1 “comedy act” for riders attempting to make their way through. La Rosa, 61, called on the TTC to start charging riders with strollers extra fares or limiting their use at peak times. TTC CEO Andy Byford admitted the feedback he has received from riders and bus operators indicates

baby strollers blocking seats and bus exits are becoming a growing concern. UK limits strollers But adopting measures like those in London, UK, for example which limits strollers to two per bus, can create resentment among riders who would perceive operators as acting like “jobsworths” a

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Music World founder, philanthropist Kroum Pindoff dies at 97 More than 100 music stores opened at height of success with offices in Etobicoke TAMARA SHEPHARD tshephard@insidetoronto.com Kroum Pindoff died as he had lived — thinking of others. The entrepreneur and philanthropist who founded the popular Music World records and who donated with his wife, Eva, more than $20 million to the Canadian Red Cross died in his sleep Jan. 16 at his Etobicoke condominium. He was 97. He was cremated. There was no funeral service. Pindoff had indicated he wanted the money to help others, not to memorialize himself, a family friend said. While Pindoff made his fortune selling records in Toronto, he was keen to share his wealth. The couple’s Red Cross donation aided victims of landmines, disaster relief and supported projects to help women, children and seniors affected by war in the former Yugoslavia. They gave millions more to War Child Canada, to help young war victims. “He was a man with a twinkle in his eyes about life,” said family friend, Trevor Townsend. “He had that twinkle for what mattered in

OBITUARY life: his family, his wife whom he called his partner, best friend and soulmate. “He was happiest when he was meaningfully helping other human beings. His true wealth wasn’t his money. It was his generosity, his kind outlook, his role in helping other people.” Pindoff lived through the atrocities of the Second World War. When he and his wife immigrated in Canada in 1955 from Germany, both worked at a Toronto meat packing plant; one on the day shift, the other working nights. He saved $10,000, bought a vehicle and began what would become his future financially successful record business selling records on consignment out of his station wagon to pharmacies and convenience stores across Ontario, Townsend said. Pindoff Record Sales led to Music World, the company he founded in 1970. Music World would grow to more than 100 stores at the height of its success, with its offices and warehouse on Norseman Street in Etobicoke. Pindoff sold the busi-

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Kroum Pindoff, founder of Music World and long-time supporter of the Canadian Red Cross, died in his sleep on Jan. 16. Over the course of his life, he donated $20 million to the international aid foundation. He is seen here in an undated photo with his wife, Eva.

ness around 2007. Soon after, it had filed for bankruptcy and remaining locations were closed, an outcome of online music sales. Pindoff kept Music World open longer than some may have to protect the jobs of his employees, Townsend said. “He kept the company running to

Technology, nature focus of LCI students’ mixed-media exhibit CYNTHIA REASON creason@insidetoronto.com The work of Lakeshore Collegiate Institute CyberARTS students is currently being displayed in the galleries of Lakeshore Arts for the very first time. The Generation Why? exhibit, featuring the mixed-media and sculptural installation pieces of 11 LCI students alongside the work of artist Paul Dickens, will be on display in the Smith Zone Gallery at Lakeshore Arts, 2242 Lake Shore Blvd. W. until Jan. 31. The student exhibit, said Lakeshore Arts’ Program Manager Bebhinn Jennings, explores the relationship between technology and nature. “It’s looking at technology and melding medias that are more traditional with new digital medias as well, so we have painting, we have photography – with lots of Photoshop exploration – and we have a really amazing video, which is pieced together with a Strauss waltz,” she said, lauding the Grade

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11 project as ‘gorgeous’. The CyberARTS program at LCI is a four-year program that “combines traditional art and digital technology with a fast-paced, hands-on approach.” Lakeshore Arts is a regular collaborator with both the school and the program, Jennings said.

“Lakeshore Arts has a long-standing relationship with LCI...bringing artists into the school and working with the CyberARTS students, and helping promote and exhibit their work,” she said. In addition to the student work, the exhibit also features Quantum Doodles by local artist Paul Dickens. Lakeshore Arts chose to showcase Dickens’ work alongside the student exhibit, Jennings said, because of the digital, “cubic technology feel” to Dickens’ hand-drawn pictures. “Visually, when you look at them, it’s almost like those posters where you have to stare at it for a really long time and then an image pops out – it’s all really bright, vivid colours drawn with gel pens,” she remarked. “There’s a real Op art (optical art) look to them.” The joint exhibit will be on display until Jan. 31. The gallery is open Monday to Friday 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. For more information, go to www.lakeshorearts.ca or call 416-201-7093.

keep people employed. Some had been with him for 25 or 30 years,” he said. “He had excellent business judgment. Good old-fashioned common sense. He was fair, but tough. He expected much of himself and of those who worked for him. His employees loved him dearly. He was kindhearted, both in business

and in (philanthropy).” Pindoff is being remembered for that same generosity of spirit by the Canadian Red Cross. The Canadian Red Cross awarded the Pindoffs numerous citations for their charitable contributions, including the Order of the Red Cross, Companion in 2000. “This week, we have lost a great humanitarian, supporter and friend,” Conrad Sauve, secretary general and CEO of the Canadian Red Cross said in a Jan. 17 statement. “I speak for all of my colleagues at the Canadian Red Cross and in many of our sister societies around the world in expressing our sadness, as well as our gratitude for Mr. Pindoff’s tireless support, which touched the lives of countless people in need over the past two decades.” The couple also gave millions of dollars to those suffering from droughts in Africa, and to projects throughout the Americas and Asia, the Canadian Red Cross said. After the 2004 earthquake and tsunami in South Asia, the Pindoffs gave $5 million toward Canadian Red Cross relief and recovery efforts — the largest ever personal contribution to a Canadian Red Cross disaster appeal, the agency said in a statement. Pindoff leaves his wife and daughter, Sophia.

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Taking care in the cold weather

s Toronto grapples with its first significant cold snap of the season, we all must take the proper precautions to stay warm, but be ready to lend a hand to those who may need it. It’s during these cold stretches where strong community bonds are most valuable – making people aware of what services are available, protecting against safety risks and providing that sense of belonging to those at risk of feeling isolated. There’s a lot we can be doing. The city issued its first Extreme Cold Weather Alert of 2013 on Monday. These alerts are called when Environment Canada predicts a coming overnight temperature of -15 degrees Celsius or lower without wind chill. The alert also triggers additional homeless services in the city. Getting people someplace warm is crucial. If you wish to help, there are opportunities to volunteer your time and donate goods, which can be put to good use. our view Visit www.volunteertoronto.ca to review what opportunities Make are out there. Call 311 if you see someone you think needs street community outreach assistance. connections While the issue of homelessness may not be readily apparent in your own neighbourhood, there are community-building tasks you can undertake during these times that have a significant impact. Cold weather means less outdoor interaction with our neighbours – especially those with mobility challenges. There’s nothing stopping you from paying a visit to a neighbour to check in on them and have a chat. It may be snow shovelling that’s needed or keeping walkways and stairs salted to prevent ice build-up. Interaction is an important building block of a community. Community-building exercises don’t need to take huge numbers of people and hours of planning to be successful. There’s always something we can do. Even a short conversation can help you to get getting to know your neighbours a little better and forge a stronger community bond. While some temperature relief is expected early next week and this cold snap will relent, these are prudent steps to follow. Winter is far from over, but even when the season changes getting to know the people we share a common bond with can lead to a healthier and happier community. Ultimately, at a time when interaction with our neighbours is limited by the cold temperatures, now is when we need to ensure we’re looking out for each other. newsroom

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Del Grande’s decision to step down puts a bitter cap on budget process M

ike Del Grande’s abbreviated tenure as Mayor Rob Ford’s first budget chief will almost certainly not be remembered the way that the ScarboroughAgincourt councillor would wish it. Del Grande quit the job last week, providing a bitter cap to Toronto council’s chaotic and graceless debate of Toronto’s 2013 operating and capital budget. He went in with a chip on his shoulder, warning councillors that he would likely quit the job if they made even a single change to the budget he and Ford’s executive committee presented. That in itself was an unreasonable ultimatum; to ask Toronto’s divided council to leave his budget alone. If that were the only provocation, his resignation could reasonably be dismissed as a childish snit. But Del Grande’s pride sustained deeper wounds,

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when Ford himself tore a hole in his own budget, first voting for a mischievous motion by York West Councillor Giorgio Mammoliti to eliminate the budget’s two per cent property tax, and when that failed, voting to add $3.1 million to the firefighters’ budget. Del Grande had spent the past few months standing firm against firefighters’ demands. He had every reason to believe the mayor had his back. Who could blame him for resigning, when that turned out not to be the case, and in fact he had always been on his own? The reality, of course, is that Del Grande was always on his own as budget chief — often by his own

design. Where past budget chiefs had divided work on the budget among their committee members, Del Grande took on much of it himself. He was often sharp with deputations to his committee, that came to complain about the cuts his budgets would impose on various programs. Earlier on, he would dig in his heels on these matters, and leave it to council to sort it out. Toward the end, though, it was clear that he took the job of balancing the city’s financial needs against its social and infrastructure needs very seriously. In 2012, when the public came to depute, Del Grande grilled each one about what it was they wanted, and how much it would cost. The list he kept posted during the meeting seemed at first like the kind of object lesson you’d use to teach a spendthrift teenager about household budgeting. Oh we of little faith.

When it came time to wrap up the budget, Del Grande emerged with a proposal, to raise property taxes a hair and restore funding to various areas of need, raised convincingly enough by deputants. It was a significant gesture — but not significant enough for the needs of city council, and not even enough for the political needs of the mayor. In the end, it is not likely enough to solidify the story of Del Grande’s short time chairing the city’s budget committee as one of a balanced, thoughtful financial architect committed to rational budgeting for the good of all, as he might have wished. To do that would have taken the one thing that he determined last week he didn’t have: Time.

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albion accident: This is what’s left of a Mazda involved in an accident with another vehicle at the intersection of Albion Road and Martin Grove Road on Saturday morning, which ended up wrapped around a light standard. Police from 23 Division and traffic services are investigating. The driver of the vehicle was taken to hospital. No word on his condition.

Man faces nine charges in attempted murder investigation, handgun seized A 19-year-old man has been arrested in connection with last Friday’s shooting at an Etobicoke strip club in which a male victim in his 20s was shot in the face. Police responded to the House of Lancaster at 689 The Queensway at around 2:38 a.m. Friday, Jan. 11 after receiving a call reporting the sound of multiple gunshots in the area. Officers located the unnamed victim, who was struck in the face by a bullet, outside the club. He was taken to hospital and treated for non-life-threatening injuries.

On Thursday, Jan. 17, Kyle Henry, 19, of Toronto was arrested after officers from 22 Division’s Major Crime Unit executed a search warrant at an apartment on Tyndall Avenue. It is also alleged that a 9mm handgun was seized during the search warrant.

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He was scheduled to appear in court on Friday. The investigation is ongoing. Anyone with information is asked to contact police at 416-8082200, Crime Stoppers anonymously at 416-222-TIPS (8477).

Henry is currently facing nine charges, including: attempted murder with a firearm; aggravated assault; discharging a firearm and endangering life; discharging fire-

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Two men face numerous break-andenter-related charges after Toronto police recovered approximately $150,000 in stolen goods, including high-end tools. Last Thursday, Toronto police in partnership with Halton regional police executed six search warrants at three addresses in Toronto and Mississsauga. Officers recovered Samsung televisions, nautical equipment, high-end industrial-grade tools, including Hilti, Makita and Dolmar, chainsaws, lawn equipment, hair treatment oils, kitchen faucets and designer sunglasses, police said. The most expensive item recovered is a welding machine valued at $6,000, investigating major crime Det. Bruno Miron said at a Monday morning news conference that displayed the stolen items at 22 Division’s Bloor Street West station. While the majority of property recovered is from Etobicoke businesses, police said they believe some items may have come from businesses in Oakville and in Mississauga. Some property recovered was lost in 2011. Not all the recovered property has been claimed, police said.

Police urge any commercial business owners who reported an entry into their business and who recognize any of the property to contact 22 Division Major Crime via email at victoria.balice@torontopolice. on.ca or by calling 416-808-2200 or Det.-Const. Jodi Richmond of Halton regional police at 905-8254747 ext. 2286. The 22 Division Major Crime Unit launched an investigation last Nov. 9 into a large-scale commercial break-and-enter at a Hilti tool store on Kipling Avenue after uniform officers on patrol responded to a call of a security alarm at the business, Miron said. Further investigation led to other break-and-enters being investigated in the Mississauga area. Police charged two men following the execution of the search warrants. Drazen Ivankovic, 47, of Toronto is charged with one count of break and enter, three counts of possession of property obtained by crime over ($5,000), possession of property obtained by crime trafficking and possession of burglar tools. Ile Beros, 48, of Mississauga is charged with one count of break and enter, three counts of possession of property obtained by crime over ($5,000) and possession of property obtained by crime trafficking.

Suspects wanted in abduction, beating Police are searching for four male suspects wanted for abducting and beating a 33-year-old man with a tire iron on Monday. According to police, the victim was getting out of his car in the area of Kipling and Finch West avenues Monday night at around 10 p.m. when the four masked suspects grabbed him and pulled him into

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The final word on Mayor Rob Ford’s appeal to save his job in the face of a conflict of interest conviction will come down Friday, morning. The decision from a three-judge Divisional Court panel will be handed out to lawyers representing Ford, and the legal team, led by prominent Toronto lawyer Clayton Ruby, who

posted online at 10:30 a.m. An hour later, the decision will be posted online. Ruby told Toronto Community News that all the parties had agreed not to discuss the decision until it’s released at 10:30 a.m. Ruby wouldn’t comment or speculate on the case any further.

But for Ford and Toronto Council, the stakes could not be higher. If the appeal is denied, then Ford will stand convicted of violating the Municipal Conflict of Interest Act. The conviction stems from a February 2012 debate at council, over whether Ford should be required to repay $3,150 in donations made by lobbyists to his personal football charity. Ford both spoke on the matter and voted in favour of forgiving the

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Community Notices

THOMAS WALSH Friday, January 18, 2013 MARIA BAUER Saturday, January 19, 2013 Transfiguration of Our Lord

ERNEST SCALE Visitation Tuesday, January 15, 2013 Wignall Chapel

OLGA KALISZ Saturday, January 19, 2013 Beechwood Cemetery

DAN SEGIN Service Friday, January 18, 2013 Wignall Chapel

OLGA SZWEDYK Thursday, January 24, 2013 Chapel STANLEY MacMULLIN Thursday, January 24, 2013 Chapel KEN MUTO Friday, January 25, 2013 at 10:00 a.m. St. Mark’s Catholic Church

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Robbie Burns Celebration WHEN: 11:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. WHERE: St. Philip’s Parish Hall, 60 Dixon Rd. CONTACT: 416-247-5181 COST: Free Monthly community lunch. Enjoy free Haggis, soup and sandwiches and the music of a Piper. All are welcome. Robbie Burns Luncheon WHEN: 1 to 3 p.m. WHERE: Royal Canadian Legion, 150 Eighth St. CONTACT: 416-259-0285, dsampsc605@ rogers.com COST: $8 pp Lunch menu includes: Scottish pie, mashed potatoes, vegetables and Haggis. Friday Night Fish and Chips and Karaoke WHEN: 6 to 8 p.m. WHERE: Royal Canadian Legion Branch 210, 110 Jutland Rd. CONTACT: 416-231-2021 COST: $7.50 for dinner Fish and chip dinner served from 6 to 7:30 p.m., followed by karaoke and dancing until midnight. Non-members welcomed.

Toronto Public Library, South Chapter. Free drop-in program for families Messy Church (Sunday School on Saturday) WHEN: 2 to 3 p.m. WHERE: St. Philip’s Parish Hall, 60 Dixon Rd. CONTACT: 416-247-5181 COST: Free Children of all ages. Prayers-stories-arts and crafts, refreshments. An opportunity for your child to have fun and learn. Chess in the Library WHEN: 2 to 4 p.m. WHERE: Humberwood Library, 850 Humberwood Blvd. CONTACT: Eunice Rodrigues, 416-394-5210, erodrigues@torontopubliclibrary.ca COST: Free Experienced chess player or beginner? Come and have fun learning the game or playing with like-minded players. In-Pace Toastmasters Gala Dinner WHEN: 6:30 to 10:30 p.m. WHERE: Parc Nuvo Condominimums, 15 Viking Lane, 2nd Floor CONTACT: For tickets:

Andy Semotiuk, 416-236-3060, ext. 459 COST: $30 Gala dinner to mark the one year anniversary of the formation of the In-Pace Toastmasters Club and to have some well-deserved fun while paying tribute to our founders and members. Join us for an evening of good food, pleasant company and an entertaining program. Formal/business attire. Menu: Italian food (including vegetarian) to be served buffet style. Each club member will contribute something to the evening by performing, singing or presenting a talk up to five minutes in length. No admission at the door without tickets. Juke Box Saturday Night WHEN: 7:30 p.m. WHERE: Islington United Church, 25 Burnhamthorpe Rd. CONTACT: Val Greenfield, 416 6213656, val.greenfield@rogers.com COST: $20 adults; $10 students; free under 12 Concert featuring: Voices of Showtime, who perform fun-filled renditions of your Jukebox tunes from the golden

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Jazz Vespers WHEN: 4 to 5 p.m. WHERE: St. Philip’s Parish Hall, 60 Dixon Rd. CONTACT: 416-247-5181 COST: Free An hour of music, readings and prayers featuring Gregory Hoskins.

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Afternoon Bridge WHEN: 12:30 p.m. WHERE: Franklin Horner Community Centre, 432 Horner Ave. CONTACT: Susan or Navina COST: $2 members/$3 non-members No partner is required. Join in for an afternoon of exciting bidding and trick taking. Alderwood Book Club WHEN: 7 to 8 p.m. WHERE: Alderwood Library, 2 Orianna Dr. CONTACT: Kerry Morton, 416-394-5310 COST: Free Join in an engaging discussion about a

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n Tuesday, Jan. 29

Good Food Box Program WHEN: 9 a.m. to 8 p.m. WHERE: Stonegate Community Health Centre, 150 Berry Rd. CONTACT: Julia Graham, 416-231-7070, ext. 229, julia.graham@ stonegatechc.org COST: Prices vary with boxes. You may be interested in participating in the Good Food Box program if you like: quality produce at an affordable price; to support local farmers; a variety of fresh fruits and vegetables/ The Good Food Box runs like a large buying club. Individuals place box orders with Stonegate CHC staff and receive a box brimming with fresh, tasty produce. Orders need to be filled out, and paid for, the Tuesday the week prior to each delivery. Deliveries occur every two weeks. Call for more information. Tea and Books WHEN: 11 a.m. to 12:15 p.m. WHERE: Humberwood Library, 850 Humberwood Blvd. CONTACT: Vivien Canning, 416394-5210, vcanning@torontopubliclibrary.ca COST: Free Join library staff and find out about your next great read.

n Saturday, Jan. 26

Shuffleboard for Older Adults WHEN: 1 p.m. WHERE: Franklin Horner Community Centre, 432 Horner Ave. CONTACT: COST: $2 members/$3 nonmembers Join in the weekly shuffleboard game.

Tatting Drop In WHEN: 1 to 4 p.m. WHERE: Long Branch Public Library, 3500 Lake Shore Blvd. W. CONTACT: FringeTatters@ gmail.com COST: Free Tatting is the art of making lace by knotting thread. It can be used to create jewelry, decorations, edgings and bookmarks. Everyone welcome. Family Literacy Day Fun WHEN: 2 to 3 p.m. WHERE: Albion Library, 1515 Albion Rd. CONTACT: Suzanne Alimoglu, 416-394-5170, salimoglu@torontopubliclibrary.ca COST: Free Enjoy a presentation of ‘The Little Yellow School Bus’, a musical theatre show with an anti-bullying theme. His program is supported by Friends of the

different book each month. The title for January is ‘Still Alice’ by Lisa Genova. You can pick up a copy of the book at the branch.

South Etobicoke Doll Artists Guild WHEN: 1 p.m. WHERE: Franklin Horner Community Centre, 432 Horner Ave. CONTACT: Lydia, 416 255-2501, artsie_3@hotmail.com COST: FHCC membership required $25/year Learn hand jig/armature technique at this meeting with Lydia Caine. Staff photo/IAN KELSO

artistic outlook: Richview Library is hosting an art show of 26 paintings of local and international parks for the month of January. Here, Maciek Kaluba of Richview Library takes a moment to look at local artist Hilary Parado's painting of Sunnyside Beach with swans.

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Kingsview Chess Club WHEN: 7:45 to 10:45 p.m. WHERE: Franklin Horner Community Centre, 432 Horner Ave. CONTACT: Susan or Navina, 416-252-6822 COST: $40 per season, $15 with membership Kingsview offers a weekly competitive evening of chess. The season runs from mid-September until the end of May.

The Alpha Course WHEN: 6:30 to 9 p.m. WHERE: Rehoboth Fellowship Christian Reformed Church, 800 Burnhamthorpe Rd. CONTACT: Pat de Bruyn, 416-749-3784, rfcrcalpha@gmail.com COST: Free Alpha is an opportunity to explore the meaning of life in a relaxed, friendly setting. Each session starts with a free meal, followed by a video talk and small group discussion. Great food, laughter and learning in a fun and friendly atmosphere where no question about life or God is seen as too simple or too hostile.

n Thursday, Jan. 31

Babytime WHEN: 6 to 6:30 p.m. WHERE: Humberwood Library, 850 Humberwood Blvd. CONTACT: Grazyna Grochot, 416-394-5210, ggrochot@torontopubliclibrary.ca COST: Free Bouncing and tickling rhymes, songs and stories for babies up to 18 months and their caregivers. Weekly Darts WHEN: 7:30 to 10 p.m. WHERE: Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 210, 110 Jutland Rd. CONTACT: 416-231-2021 COST: $3 pp

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chess challenge: Toronto Public Libraries have started Chess in The Library that people of all ages can participate in the game. Here, it’s checkmate as little Julia Rodrigues wins out over Michael Walton during their game at Humberwood Library on Saturday.

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At Tapestry Retirement Communities, we make sure you have the freedom and support to do the things you love. Whether it’s dancing and staying ﬁt, enjoying our great food or getting involved in the local community. Because it’s our belief that respecting your personal choices and independence will bring out the best in you. Call us today and see what kind of individualized programs we can offer to help keep your body, mind and spirit healthy, vibrant and young at heart. Dan and Sue Corcoran still dancing

Horner Community Centre, 432 Horner Ave. CONTACT: Navina/Susan, 416252-6822 COST: $15 with membership This nine-week session of mat yoga is perfect for beginners. Each class is followed by a wellness seminar featuring a delicious cuisine. Wednesday Night Dance WHEN: 7 to 10 p.m. WHERE: Franklin Horner Community Centre, 432 Horner Ave. CONTACT: Susan or Navina, 416252-6822, franklinhorner@rogers.com COST: $3 Dance the night away as our DJ plays the music of the ‘40s, ‘50s and ‘60s. No partner necessary. Refreshments and draw every week. Franklin Horner membership $25/yr.

Jazzercise Lite for Seniors WHEN: 10 to 11 a.m. WHERE: Franklin Horner Community Centre, 432 Horner Ave. CONTACT: Navina/Susan, 416-2526822, franklinhorner.navina@gmail.com COST: $15 for nine weeks Stay healthy and active while protecting your joints with this low impact exercise, followed by a healthy ‘happy hour’ with fruits and snacks. Toddler Time WHEN: 10:30 to 11 a.m. WHERE: Humberwood Library, 850 Humberwood Blvd. CONTACT: Grazyna Grochot, 416-394-5210, ggrochot@torontopubliclibrary.ca COST: Free Stories, songs and tickling rhymes for children 19 to 35 months and their caregivers. Call to register. Cribbage WHEN: 1 to 4 p.m. WHERE: Franklin Horner Community Centre, 432 Horner Ave. CONTACT: Susan or Navina, 416-252-6822, COST: $2 members/$3 non-members Peg away the afternoon at Franklin Horner Community Centre.

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Toronto’s got a lot going for it – parks, good transit and a strong manufacturing base – but Toronto’s chief planner Jennifer Keesmaat said that in order for the city to continue to prosper, it’s going to have to be “all hands on deck.” “Now is the time where we can once again take action for great city building,” said Keesmaat Monday, Jan. 14, at a luncheon hosted by the Toronto Board of Trade. “Now is the moment where we need to pause and think reactively about the legacy we’re creating. And to do this, we’re going to have to face some of the most challenging transportation issues of our time.” Keesmaat is a relative newcomer to Toronto’s bureaucracy, hired by the Ford administration last summer to take on the job of overseeing land use planning across the City of Toronto.

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