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A huge thank you to Streetcar Developments for being our GOLD Sponsor for the Riverside Bridge Lighting on June 5th!

Streetcar is demonstrating its dedication to further enhancing local neighbourhoods like Riverside

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On the evening of Friday, June 5th, the Riverside BIA and community will launch the Riverside Gateway Bridge Project – a $600,000 installation illuminating the iconic Riverside Bridge. The bridge is the gateway to Toronto’s Riverside District, located on Queen Street East, between the DVP and Empire Avenue.

Bringing together three years of planning and effort with key partners and sponsors, Streetcar Developments is the only Gold Sponsor of the Riverside Gateway Bridge. Over the past three years, the urban home developers, known for their stunning loft projects located in some of Toronto’s hippest locations, have donated their time and effort into helping the project become a reality.

 

Streetcar has a long history of partnering on community projects and events in Riverside. Their support as a Gold Level sponsor of the Riverside Gateway Bridge Project demonstrates their dedication to   community involvement, which has earned them a “hard-earned reputation as a Toronto developer who invests in exciting neighbourhoods improving the quality of entire communities”.

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Moreover, Streetcar has been integral in illuminating the Riverside neighbourhood when the eyes of the world will be on Toronto during the Pan Am/Parapan Am Games. Most recently, they have purchased and are currently revitalizing the Broadview Hotel located at Queen and Broadview. The historic 125-year-old building  previously housing office buildings, clubs and the main floor of the Canadian Bank of Commerce, is being renovated into a boutique hotel. This exciting project will further animate the iconic street corner, while recognizing the Broadview Hotel as a historic landmark.

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Many thanks to ALL our Bridge Lighting partners and sponsors: This project grew from idea to inception thanks to public partnership with City of Toronto, Ward 30 Councillor Paula Fletcher, and private sponsors: Gold Sponsor – Streetcar Developments; Silver Sponsors – Hullmark Developments, and Downtown Automotive Group; and Bronze Sponsors – Ashlar Urban Realty, The Avro, BMO, Brightworks Interactive Marketing, Harhay Construction, il ponte, and OX Agency – all of whom shared our vision.

Get handmade crafts Made with Love by Mustard Seed during June 6 Riverside’s Eats & Beats!

 Someone’s birthday coming up? Wanting something extra to spruce up at home? Take a look at what Mustard Seeds has on offer and support a good cause!

Mustard Seed pic1As part of the Riverside Eats & Beats StreetFEST, on Saturday June 6th, exquisite sewing, knitting, crafts will be on sale made by the members of Mustard Seed at 791 Queen St. E.

Mustard Seed, a ministry of Fontbonne Ministries, Sisters of St. Joseph, Toronto, offers a welcoming environment and sacred space for participants and volunteers to develop life skills, creativity, care for the environment and spiritual growth.  Located in South Riverdale, they serve and collaborate with the local community and non-profit agencies.

The members of the Mustard seed are a community of Roman Catholic sisters who strive to answer God’s call. They are committed to nurturing community, making Christ present to the world through personal witness and living lives of service as stated in the mission statement:

“The love of Christ gathers us together to live in communion with all. As a community of women we are sent to serve those in need in simplicity and compassion.”

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Many thanks to The Avro for sponsoring the Riverside Bridge Lighting on June 5th!

A final goodbye to The Avro, with a hello to Riverside Gateway Bridge

Riverside Bridge - Artist Mock-up -Paul Boken 2014On the evening of Friday, June 5th, the Riverside BIA and community will launch the Riverside Gateway Bridge Project – a $600,000 capital installation illuminating the iconic Riverside Bridge. The bridge is the gateway to Toronto’s Riverside District, located on Queen Street East, between the DVP and Empire Avenue.

 

This historic moment is a culmination of three years of planning with key partners and sponsors, like The Avro, one of our Bronze Sponsors.

Avro pic2The Avro was known for its yummy birthday cakes, “bring your own food” options, and cheap and cheerful bar with tons of atmosphere. The bar unfortunately closed its doors in April 2015, but has not stopped supporting the Riverside neighbourhood!  They created the Icons of the East Calendar and donated the proceeds toward the Riverside Gateway Bridge Project. The Calendar was inspired by the people and places in the east of Toronto, including many Riverside icons and personalities.

 

The people of The Avro will still be around the neighbourhood to see how the Pan Am games will impact the community. They predict many good things to come!

LET US KNOW you’re coming to the Riverside Bridge Lighting June 5th!

Many thanks to ALL our Bridge Lighting partners and sponsors: This project grew from idea to inception thanks to public partnership with City of Toronto, Ward 30 Councillor Paula Fletcher, and private sponsors: Gold Sponsor – Streetcar Developments; Silver Sponsors – Hullmark Developments, and Downtown Automotive Group; and Bronze Sponsors – Ashlar Urban Realty, The Avro, BMO, Brightworks Interactive Marketing, Harhay Construction, il ponte, and OX Agency – all of whom shared our vision.

Hi-Lo will Spin Loka Snacks While Spinning Out the Vintage Vibes at Riverside Eats & Beats June 6!

Delicious tasters from Hi-Lo’s resident Pop up, Loka Snacks, and all day happy hour drinks 

At Riverside’s June 6th Eats & Beats Streetfest, don’t miss getting your Loka Snacks and all day happy hour drinks at Hi-Lo (753 Queen St. E.), Riverside’s dive bar.

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About Hi-Lo and Loka Snacks

Beer and snacks get the “high” and “low” treatment at this Riverside hangout, which opened up in 2013. You’ll find high-quality local flavours at affordable prices – specials like $4 pints from Wellington’s, Canada’s Oldest Indie Micro, and delicious charcuterie options from $5 to $10 (or sometimes get the whole menu for $40!). Drinks are listed on a chalkboard in a homey setting decorated with rock ‘n’ roll posters, pinball machines and chunky wood tables.

 

 

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Loka Snacks, the newest venture of award-winning PEI Chef Dave Mottershall, is a pop-up snack bar with a simple menu of yummy bar snacks prepared from local ingredients and focused on big flavor. For the Chef it represents a return to his passion of sourcing locally and supporting east end businesses.

 

 

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What customers say 

‘’Hi-Lo Bar scored big points with me. It’s highbrow enough to satisfy the part of me that really wants a literary-inspired cocktail and lowbrow enough to make it fun without the pretension’’ – Martha S.

“Great food. Order the whole menu if you can. It’s a trip of flavours you’ll want to experience. Chef Mottershall is a really friendly guy and came out to explain the dishes and chat. Definitely want to go back.” -Braden C.

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Sample Pulp Kitchen’s Fresh Tasters at June 6 Riverside Eats & Beats!

Give one of their food combos a try to satisfy your cravings

20120119-pulpkitchen-05On Saturday, June 6th, from 1:00 PM-6:00 PM, the Riverside District (Located on historic Queen St. East between the DVP and Empire Ave) is hosting their annual spring Eats & Beats StreetFEST. The Pulp Kitchen will have delicious sidewalk tasters: samosas, dhalpourie and BBQ roasted corn!

Come and check out their daily food combos which vary from Soup with Sandwich, Sandwich with Juice, Soup with Salad and Juice with Salad – each combo priced at 10$!

Winner of Best Juice Bar in Toronto 2013, Pulp Kitchen specializes in fresh juice elixirs and smoothies, and nourishing food items such as soup, sandwiches, and salad. Just how good are they? Check out Pulp Kitchen’s Pitch on Dragon’s Den.

About Pulp Kitchen

Taste-2Since starting up in Toronto in 2001, Pulp Kitchen got started, their mission is to make healthy food more available to everyone, and to help educate on the benefits of healthy eating. Pulp Kitchen’s solid food items are free of all animal ingredients, and can be made gluten-free upon request. Local and/or organic ingredients are used whenever possible.

Pulp Kitchen is the perfect healthy snack for everyone, whether you are in a rush or want to chat with friends. While you’re there, why not ask about their juice cleanses which give your digestive system a break 🙂 In fact, ask them any questions on their Facebook or Twitter pages, they are great for helpful hints and tips for healthy eating!

What their customers say

“The knowledge of nutrients and which veggies and fruits taste good together is awesome. I will take what I learned from Marie and always use it! Everything tastes soooo good at PK!!!” -Suzanne O.

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