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A Tribute to Farley Magee

Farley Magee, a musical and intellectual presence in Boyle Street and McCauley, died in October. 

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Neighbourhood Views

Zocalo is Open for Business Once Again: Ten months after a fire forced Zocalo to close, the beloved garden and houseware shop reopened on November 6, just in time for its 21st birthday. Zocalo is partnering with a couple of local businesses. The flower shop is now operated by Love and Fantasy Flowers. Pictured above is Moira with a fresh floral arrangement. Aspen Coffee Roasters now manages the café. As of press time, the greenhouse was still under construction. (Paula E. Kirman)
John-West Family Receives Volunteer Award: Geoff and Liz John-West (and family) are the recipients of the 2024 Garry Spotowski Volunteer Award. The award is given to long-time volunteers who have gone above and beyond in their service to Boyle McCauley News. Geoff and Liz have been Block Carriers for over three decades, and continue to deliver the paper even though they no longer live in McCauley. In addition, all three of their children grew up volunteering with their parents. Congratulations!  (Paula E. Kirman )
David Rocco Visits Italian Centre Shop: David Rocco signs a book for a fan during a meet-and-greet at the Italian Centre Shop on September 22nd. The celebrity chef and cookbook author also promoted his own brand of Italian-made pasta and sauces. (Paula E. Kirman)
Local Authors Launch at Paper Birch Books: Paper Birch Books (10825 95th Street) is now a location for book launches.Two authors based in the area recently held their launches at the independent mostly-used bookstore. On September 27th, Marilyn Dumont (top) launched her latest collection of poetry, South Side of a Kinless River. On October 28th, Paper Birch co-owner Benjamin Hertwig (bottom) launched his debut novel, Juiceboxers. Both events were well-attended to standing room only. (Paula E. Kirman )
National Day for Truth and Reconciliation: The National Day for Truth and Reconciliation, also known as Orange Shirt Day, was September 30th. Events in the area to mark the day included the Standing Together Orange Shirt Day Community Walk from Mary Burlie Park to Giovanni Caboto Park (top). A Round Dance was part of the Calling Back Our Spirit Gathering, organized by the Creating Hope Society in Boyle Street Plaza (bottom). (Paula E. Kirman)

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