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Posts Categorized: History

Uncovering Riverside Blog #4: A Riverside Curler’s Valentine

February 10, 2016
  • General Interest
  • History

Enjoy a story that demonstrates the love of competition and sportsmanship in Riverside at the turn of the 20th century from local historian Barry

Uncovering Riverside Blog #3: The Holiday Season in Riverside Past & Present

December 16, 2015
  • General Interest
  • History

Guest blogger Barry takes us on a journey to Riverside’s past holiday traditions, exploring interesting local personalities & brings us back to the present special happenings in the ‘hood with a special surprise!

Uncovering Riverside Series Blog #2: the Advent of Riverside Sport and Game

August 17, 2015
  • General Interest
  • History

We bring our pastimes with us wherever we go, across the seas, in a new world on an old planet, we play. Learn about Riverside’s early sport and game life.

Uncovering the History of Riverside Blog #1: An Introduction

July 29, 2015
  • General Interest
  • History

Exploring how, when and why Riverside got its name (Read all the Uncovering Series) Uncovering the history of anything includes being part of a search for something bigger than one’s self. It stretches through time and space and to make sense of it requires asking questions like “Why is it called Riverside?” Wading through newspaper archives, ads… Read more »

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RIVERSIDE C’MON SUNDAYS: HOWL-O-WEEN Mini Fest

Come join us and discover the vibrant community spirit of Toronto’s Riverside Common Park through our exciting selection of Sunday events, held from spring to winter. There’s something for everyone, with live music, engaging activities, creative art workshops, delicious eats, and locally-owned small businesses to explore. WHAT’S HAPPENING @ RIVERSIDE COMMON ON OCTOBER 29TH: Get... Read more »

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Queen East Eats

Riverside and Leslieville BIA are saying ‘Cheers’ to the 2023 Patio Season with ‘Queen East Eats’ which features food tours, colourful promotional displays, patio map, giveaways, and more to welcome patrons to summer/fall outdoor dining experience from June until early October! READ OUR MEDIA RELEASE To mark the return of the City’s CafeTO program, the Riverside... Read more »

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