Junction Triangle

Tot Yoga (Ages 1.5 to 3) Thursdays 9:30 -10:15 am  
Singing, dancing, and stretching is the name of this game. We will learn new yoga poses that are age appropriate, while moms get to accompany their little one in a yoga class that is designed for a toddler.

Kids Yoga 3-5 yrs    Wednesday 4:30-5pm
As this age matures and develops so does their yoga practice. With a focus on balance and coordination we work on yoga poses that are fun and energizing while playing games and reading stories to teach us about yoga.

Kids Yoga 7-11yrs     Tuesday 4-4:45pm
Yoga should be fun and also calming, which is exactly how this class is designed! This developmental stage is focused on balancing calm with fun. We work on different breathing straegies and advance in our yoga practice.

Creative Movement Classes Ages 4+ Thursday 4:15-5pm
Daily physical exercise should start from a young age! This class is perfect for developing exercise skills with creative movement and awesome age appropriate music. Learning to feel the beat and get a workout!


YOGA SEED STUDIO
3081 Dundas St. W
647.808.7085
yogaseedstudio@gmail.com

Summer Skirts Sewing CampMonday, July 9, 2012 01:00PM - Friday, July 13, 2012 04:00PM 

July 9 - 13, every afternoon from 1 - 4. For ages 10+.Basic sewing knowledge required.In this camp, students will learn how to follow a commercial sewing pattern for a simple skirt. Instructor Susan Kee will cover: taking measurements, making simple adjustments to pattern pieces, fabric basics, cutting out pattern pieces, assembling and fitting, inserting a zipper, hemming, darts and using interfacing. Fee includes use of machines, patterns, notions, handouts. Students can bring 2 metres of pre-laundered, medium weight cotton, or can purchase fabric from Susan's supply.Price: $235.00
Pyjamarama Sewing Camp
Monday, August 20, 2012 01:00PM - Friday, August 24, 2012 04:00PM 
August 20 - 24, every afternoon from 1 - 4. For ages 10+. Basic sewing knowledge required.
Make your own cozy pants for sleeping or lounging as you learn to follow a sewing pattern. Susan Kee will show you how to choose size, cut out and alter pattern pieces, make elastic casings and hem by machine. This is a great project for boys or girls! Students may bring 2 metres of pre-laundered light to medium weight cotton (flannel if desired), or can purchase fabric from Susan's supply. Machines, patterns, notions and handouts included.Price: $235.00
To register, please click HERE

More info here: http://articulations.ca/articulations-summer-camp-2012/

Need a quick place for your children to enjoy the cool water on a hot and sunny day? Splash pads are unsupervised water play areas and are conveniently located at a dozen parks and playgrounds. They often include engaging water features such as shower heads and spray jets that keep children laughing for hours.
Parents are reminded to supervise their child(ren) at all times while visiting the splash pad.Splash Pads Open: May 19, 2012
Splash Pads Close: September 23, 2012
Days/Times: Monday - Sunday, 10 am - 8 pm
* All dates are weather permitting.List of all the Toronto splash padsClosest splash pad: Perth Square- 350 Perth Ave (Dundas and Dupont)

HATHA CLASS! Every Saturday (weather permitting) at 11am-12pm! 
Get closer to nature and the outdoors while practicing asana (yoga postures)! 

No rsvp required! Just BYOM (Bring your own mat) or a Blanket to practice on, some comfy clothing and get ready to stretch! 
If you have any questions please feel free to call or email  647 808 7085  yogaseedstudio@gmail.com

On Saturday, June 9th, experts and innovators in sustainable urban living will join neighbourhood leaders from Riverdale and the Junction to discuss how Project Neutral can enable meaningful and sustained neighbourhood-level change. Based on feedback from a range of stakeholders, expert panels will be addressing the following ideas:
1. Municipally financed renewable energy retrofits2. Retrofitting Urban Neighbourhoods for District Energy3. Neighbourhood Carbon Co-ops: Using offsets to fund local projects

The Summit is being co-chaired by Councillor Sarah Doucette and Councillor Paula Fletcher and we are delighted to announceTom Rand, author and Cleantech Lead Advisor at MaRS, as our key note speaker. In addition, we will have a terrific line up of expert speakers for each of the ideas that will be explored (more information to come).We're looking for people who are passionate about their neighbourhood to participate in our Neighbourhood Summit. You do not need to be an expert on any of these issues. If you're interested in learning more, please contact our coordinator Jon at jonathan@projectneutral.org.  Please note that space is limited and that we cannot guarantee spots to everyone who expresses interest.

For more information about Project Neutral, please visit our website at www.projectneutral.org.
Like us on Facebook at
 www.facebook.com/ProjectNeutral
Project Neutral sponsors and supporters include Evergreen Brickworks, CivicAction Alliance, TD Friends of the Environment, Ontario Trillium Foundation, City of Toronto LiveGreen, Green Power Action, Canadian Urban Institute and Bullfrog Power.

Looking for a summer camp in the Junction this summer?The Junction Daycare (located in Annette Public School) is offering day camps this summer for children aged 6-12 years. In addition to fun and creative weekly themes, every week includes either a special trip away from the daycare or a visit to the daycare from a special guest. There are also arts and crafts to complement the theme of the week. Junction Daycare is a non-profit daycare centre operated by a parent board of directors. They are staffed by Early Childhood Educators and Teaching Assistants, with first aid training. Activities and trips are planned by staff with input from parents. Activities are all safe, fun and developmentally appropriate.For more information: Junction Day Care Centre265 Annette St. Toronto, ON M6P 1R3 416-767-2991 and speak to Virginia, Verona, or LauraWebsite www.junctiondaycare.com Email junctiondaycare@bellnet.ca

Local food, community, sustainability. New farmers' market in the heart of the Junction. Opens June 2nd, 2012 (8:30-12:30)
The market will take place in the eastern half of the Green P parking lot between Pacific Ave. & Medland St., just south of Dundas Street. Check out our website for a map: www.junctionmarket.ca
Please LIKE their Facebook page and share with your friends
https://www.facebook.com/JunctionMarket

Spring has sprung!
The 2nd Annual Junction/High ParkMulti-Street Yard Sale
Saturday, May 5 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.(Rain date Saturday, May 12)
Grab a cup from a lemonade stand and shop for hidden treasures while meeting your neighbours.Lots of goods to be found including housewares, kitchen goods, kids' toys, clothing, electronics, furniture and more!
Streets involved include (but not limited to): Humberside, Kennedy, Mavety, Medland, Pacific & QuebecCheck out the golf ball sale at the corner ofPacific and Humberside with proceeds going toSave the High Park Zoo.
See you Saturday!

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• 40% of the world's grain is used to feed farmed animals - not people
• 1kg of meat = 36.4kg CO2 in the atmosphere
• 20 vegetarians can live off the same amount of land required by 1 meat eater
• 250 litres of water are needed to produce 1kg of wheat, and 25,000 litres to produce 1kg of meat
• The water used to produce 5kg of meat is equivalent to the average consumption of water for an entire household for an entire year.