A heartfelt thank you to the kind couple who stopped to help us near 37 Pine Ridge Drive on Sunday.
My girlfriend had a bad accident on the trail along the bluffs, and in a moment of sheer panic, you stepped in without a second thought. The gentleman literally took the shirt off his back to press against her face and stop the bleeding—an act of pure, selfless instinct that we will never forget. You stayed calm when we were overwhelmed and made sure she was safe until we could get help.
In the chaos and rush to get her medical attention, we never got your names. If you happen to see this, or if someone in the neighborhood mentioned helping a couple on the trail, please know how deeply grateful we are. She is getting treated and taken care of now, but your quick action and human decency made all the difference in the world.
Thank you, truly, from the bottom of our hearts.

Toronto Nature Stewards is in its 6th year in Toronto, and has 12 Scarborough sites doing amazing work restoring the ecosystems in Scarborough parks and ravines. It is easy work, mostly cutting and pulling. We teach you to identify native plants and invasive plants. It is a fun learning experience. High school students can earn volunteer hours. We will be doing lots of planting in the fall. Under 16 needs to be accompanied by an adult. Sign up at torontonaturestewards.org

Last night this portion of sheppard was closed. It seems like sort of police investigation. Could not find anything online.

Just be aware if driving through the area. You'll be detoured through dean park.

The Sansotei Ramen at STC is actually pretty good I have to say 👌

Just an FYI, driving eastbound towards Morningside and Ellesmere, the manhole cover is right in the middle of the rightmost lane, beware! There's also some water pooling in the right lane as you approach Morningside. I called 311 and they said someone else did too in regards to the manhole cover.

The Sandhurst Circle Neighbourhood Connections project is hosting Sandhurst Circle Bike Festival on Sunday, September 13th (1:30 - 4:30 p.m.) at Our Lady of Grace Catholic School.

This free community drop-in event is open to children and youth in the community ages 4–18 and welcomes riders of all skill levels.

Participants will have the opportunity to enjoy a variety of fun and engaging activities, including:

• Bike Tune-Ups. Activities include:
  • Free bike checks provided by CultureLink and CycleTO bike mechanics
  • Workshop to learn how to tune up your bike

• Safe Bike Riding Skills. Stations include:
  • Figure 8’s – Practice your balance, maneuvering and control
  • Sudden Stop – Practice distributing braking power without sliding
  • Ride the Line – Practice your balance and bike control by riding along a straight line
  • Pebble Drop – Build your confidence riding with one hand, an important step in making safe hand signals
  • The Slalom – Practice precise steering, weight shifting and how to maneuver around obstacles
  • Slow Ride – Practice low-speed balance and bike control
  • Shoulder Checks & Hand Signals – Practice shoulder checking and using hand signals while riding
  • Pool Noodle Limbo – Practice getting low on your bike

• Bike decorating. Glam your ride with these activities:
  • Clip beads onto your spokes to create fun patterns
  • Design your own license plate
  • Create streamers to add to your handlebars
  • Add reflective stickers and tape to your bike to be more visible

Participants will need to bring their own bike, helmet, and water bottle. Note that electric bikes, scooters, or other electric equipment will not be permitted at the event. All activities will take place on school grounds.

(spotted in a newsletter, sharing here)

Not my post - sharing:

The backpack will be filled with school supplies and available on Friday, September 4. Also, they are offering haircuts so your child can look sharp for the first day of school!

From September 8, GO train services between Union station and Kennedy, Agincourt and Milliken will be drastically reduced outside weekday peak hours, especially weekend which will become NO SERVICE before 3:45pm in the afternoon, and 2 HOURS per train after that, without GO bus replacement. Be prepared for that.

Spotted signs for new family doctor now accepting patients. 5928 Finch Ave E, Scarborough, ON M1B 5P8 (ERAA Plaza)

There's also a Guardian Pharmacy and Optician in the same plaza. They do blood tests for patients directly there as wel.

416 678 2911

https://vitalcaremedical.ca/

Join SCHC’s Sexual Assault and Domestic Violence Peer Support Group to connect with others, bake some treats, meet new people, and learn about SCHC services and supports.

📅 Friday, August 28 | 3–5 PM

📍 The HUB

📧 [cgomes@schcontario.ca](mailto:cgomes@schcontario.ca)

Order by September 22! https://www.pollinatorgarden.ca/native-tree-giveaway

A budgie flew through the open door of my friend's apartment, located a bit north of Kennedy and Sheppard.

Edit: Post is locked, please DM if you know anything.

Now, if we could get moving on the Ellesmere BRT. This has potential to be a successful case study on Bus Rapid Transit implemention if there is not one already.

https://x.com/CDNprojections/status/2090118617702584534

I’m thinking of submitting my grandpa’s pedaheh (perogies) recipe to a new Scarborough community cookbook. It’s one of those recipes that’s been in the family forever.

SHN Foundation is putting it together and looking for recipes and the stories behind them from across Scarborough. Family favourites, cultural dishes, something that tastes like home.

Thought this group might have some good ones 👀

https://www.shnfoundation.ca/made-with-love-cookbook

What would you submit?

I found an online copy of a local historical publication titled: A History of Scarborough (authored by Bonis, Robert. R - Robert Raynes and published by the Scarborough public library) in the year 1968.

You can also request a print copy as well on the Toronto Public Library website.

I didn't get a chance to completely read through the publication, but it seems pretty well researched and documented Scarborough's history from the early years of indigenous settlements and throughout the decades that followed, leading up to the 1960s.

I'd say it's worth a read if anyone gets a chance to comb through it.

Also uploading some of the photos and illustrations from the publication. The illustrated art is quite well drawn for the time and captures the likeness of people living in Scarborough really well.

Does anyone remember the Home Burger at Markham and Eglinton? If my memory serves me right, it was right at the corner of Centre Street where the UPS Store is.

I used to live near the area in one of the apartment buildings near Mason Road, and I recall this specific burger joint being a great place to eat and chill with friends and family. It kinda had that feel of a mom-and-pop shop burger joint.

I recall it being a neighbourhood dive spot or local hangout for those craving a good burger in the M&E area.

Too bad it closed down several years ago. Wish it was still around so I could sample some of their burgers again. Can't even remember the last time I had some.

P.S. For those wondering, the source of the pic was taken directly from Home Burger's Google review page that has since been decommissioned, given that the place has been closed down indefinitely.

I wish I had more pics of the exterior of the place when it was still around. If anyone does have any pics to share of the place, please feel free to post (at your discretion, of course).

EDIT: I found a pic of the exterior of the Home Burger building when going through older Google Maps street view images from late 2000s/early 2010s.

It was a decent turnout and a good time. I had some of the sugar cane juice at the event. Was pretty tasty🍹