Garden Club Speaker on Lichens – February 26

Postponed from February 12th to Tuesday February 26th at the same time and place, due to snow storm.

From: Judy Billingsley <judyandy@sympatico.ca>
Date: Wed, Feb 6, 2019 at 10:31 PM
Subject: Champlain Park Garden Club

Hi Gardeners:

The next meeting of the Champlain Park Garden Club is on Tuesday, Feb. 12th 26th. Our speaker this time is Dr. Ernie Brodo who is a leading world expert on lichens. He will talk to us specifically about lichens found in Ontario. The meeting starts at 7:00 p.m. in the field house in Champlain Park, corner of Cowley and Clearview.

Drop in fee is $5.00 – all are welcome.

Elmdale BookFest 2019 – February 22-23

BookFest, Elmdale Public School’s iconic annual second-hand book sale, is an opportunity to find a great read while supporting a good cause. With more than 25,000 titles there’s something for everyone, all at very low prices (cash only). Complete with raffles and a bake sale.

BookFest 2019 will take place in Elmdale Public School’s gymnasium (49 Iona St. – enter from Java St.) on Fri., Feb. 22, 9:00am to 9:00pm, and on Sat., Feb. 23, 9:00am to 4:00pm.

For more information https://www.facebook.com/ElmdaleBookFest/ or email: elmdalebookfest@gmail.com

Jazz Vespers – February 12

Postponed to February 19

Due to the February 12th snow storm.

Tuesday Feb. 12 2019 – Jazz Vespers for Valentine’s Day at FirstU

A contemporary service featuring such standards as Night and Day, Someone to Watch Over Me, It’s Only a Paper Moon, and Moonglow. You will also enjoy hearing some readings for Valentine’s Day and watching live painting by Laurie Foster-MacLeod.

Tuesday, February 12 7:30-8:30 PM, 30 Cleary Ave. Freewill donation accepted at the door.

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Weekend Open Studio for Artists

Weekend Open Studio for Artists

http://mikiktchart.com/

My name is Miki K.T. Chart, a new resident in the Champlain Park neighbourhood. I am a classically trained oil painter working out of my home studio.

During the month of February, I will be offering some artistic activities to share and enjoy the creative process at my home studio, Studio Oak Tree, 269 Island Park Drive.

[Artist's Residence]

https://mikiktchart.com/about-studio-oak-tree/

Activities:

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Community Bonfire – February 10

Champlain Park Community Bonfire 2019

When: Sunday, February 10th, 3-5pm
Where: North End of Champlain Park

Last year, our first Community Bonfire in Champlain Park was a roaring success. Once again, community event organizers Jim Cocks and Bill Baggs, who initiated this hot idea, invite neighbours out of hibernation on Sunday afternoon (3-5 p.m.) February 10, to meet around a burning fire, skate on the outdoor rink, or ski on the SJAM groomed trail.

Bonfire Panorama.

The bonfire is located at the north end of our park near the link to NCC woods and the baseball diamond.

Our enthusiastic Councillor, Jeff Leiper, his assistant, Fiona Mitchell, and city workers sponsor the event by securing the open-air fire permit and the fire pit, contributing marshmallows, s’mores materials, hot chocolate and cups. Bushtukah and Bridgehead also lend support. It is a great opportunity to warm up with friends in the community after some winter outdoor fun!