Hyde Park:Oakridge Villager April 2022

Hyde Park:Oakridge Villager April 2022

Hyde Park- Oakridge Villager April 2022 ISSUE 59

Hyde Park-Oakridge Villager Issue 59 April 2022 www.villagerpublications.com Managing Editor: Cathy Wood [email protected] Advertising: Tami Martin 519-851-0961 [email protected] Nippy Watson [email protected] Publisher: Barb Botten Villager Publications, P.O. Box 134, Lambeth Station Ontario N6P 1P9 [email protected] 519-282-7262 Graphic Artist: Cathy Wood

Back in the Day Jazz by the Bog, June 2018

Local artist Brian Normandeau. See pages 8-9 for more local artists participating in the London Artist Studio Tour April 22-24.

Follow St. Aidan’s Anglican Church on Facebook and read the Hyde Park-Oakridge Villager for updates on possible 2022 events.

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Welcome to the Hyde Park-Oakridge Villager! We support local arts, entrepreneurs, business, organizations and more by bringing historical and current neighbourhood people and passion to print. You are invited to share stories, photos, event information and to advertise. The 100% locally owned and operated Hyde Park Oakridge Villager is published ten times a year with thousands delivered free to area residences and is an ideal way to reach your local market. NEVER MISS ANOTHER ISSUE OF VILLAGER! Now you can read your local community magazine at villagerpublications.com and at the Archives room at the Central Branch of the London Public Library

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CORE Tutoring would like to invite you to our Summer Literacy and Math Camps In person weekly camps for students in K-Grade 8 July 4 – August 26, 2022 Half days • 3-5 students per camp Visit coretutoring.ca to register. 1124 Gainsborough Rd.

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Celebrating 28 Years of Service

Page 2 Hyde Park – Oakridge Villager • March 2022 HAT: Small group instruction, 1:1 instruction, and whole-group activities will be ed to provide the strategies and tools necessary to effectively practice and rengthen grade-level expectations. CORE Tutoring would like to invite you to our HO: Students in K-Grade 8. A minimum of 3 students and a maximum of 5 udents per session.

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The Coldest Night of the Year Mission Services Coldest Night of the Year is a “winterrific family-friendly walk to raise money for local charities serving people experiencing homelessness and poverty challenges”. Participants are encouraged to put together a team, solicit donations and take a 2km – 5km walk during the month of February to support Mission Services London and to increase awareness of the challenges of homelessness. Your Neighbourhood Credit Union (YNCU) participated in this year’s walk on February 26 supporting eleven organizations with over 100 walkers across Ontario. “On a personal level, this walk was vital as it reminds us to be grateful for what we have,” stated Hilary Anderson, Chief Human Resources and Support Services Officer of YNCU. “We don’t appreciate enough what others are experiencing. This walk gave us all a window into what others experience all winter. The proceeds raised in London went to Mission Services London supporting those in our community who are underserved”. “From a professional perspective, to work for an organization that encourages giving back to the community the way YNCU does is remarkable,” Hilary continued. “I’m proud to announce YNCU pledged charitable donations of $2,500 to organizations in each region we participated in the walk and that our staff raised a total of $16,000. YNCU (branches and organization) raised over $44,000 and 441% of our goal.” “I’m proud to announce YNCU pledged charitable donations of $2,500 to organizations in each region we participated in the walk and that our staff raised a total of $16,000 – 160% of our fundraising goal. In total, YNCU (branches and organization) contributed over $44,000 to the Coldest Night of the Year.”

Hilary Anderson and Barry Murphy during the Coldest Night of the Year.

Jennifer Kern, Jamie Sillett, Hilary Anderson Teri Lynn Witherspoon, Tracy Martin, Zenalia Vetere and Nicole Carson gear up for the walk.

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Josh Morgan, City of London Councillor – Ward 7

Neighbourhood Decision Making 2022 – Shape Your Neighbourhood

On June 9th, you will be able to review all of the wonderful community ideas. You are welcome and encouraged to campaign for your favourite. It could be bee pollinator garden, outdoor workout equipment, an ice rink, community artwork, upgrades to your local park and so much more. There are so many possibilities to improve your neighbourhood through this program and I can not wait to see what great ideas are on the ballot this year! So mark your calendars for June 25th, 2022 and make sure you vote to shape your neighbourhood. Just a reminder that ANY London resident of ANY age can submit ideas and vote so be sure to get your friends, neighbours and family members involved in supporting your favourite ideas. You can find out all the details at: getinvolved.london.ca/ndm

Neighbourhood Decision Making is the City of London’s participa- tory budgeting program that em- powers residents to shape the neighbourhoods they live in.

Funded projects can transform the culture, pulse, and even the physical appearance of neighbourhoods. These projects have the potential to build a stronger sense of community by engaging a diverse range of residents across London’s neighbourhoods. When I first ran for office this program was one of the things that I wanted to bring to the City of London. The program began in 2017 and since then residents have submitted 986 ideas. Over that period residents have cast 54,848 votes and 69 community led projects have been completed. These were your ideas, voted on by you. This year, your ideas can be submitted up until April 29, 2022. After that, our staff will work with those that submitted ideas to determine feasibility and estimated costing.

Cell phone: 226-927-0395 Phone: 519-661-2500 Ext. 4007 Email: [email protected] Councillor’s Office at 519-661-5095

Twitter: @JoshMorganLDN Facebook.com/JoshMorganLDN Instagram.com/JoshMorganLDN

SATURDAY APRIL 30, 2022 7:30 PM Wesley-Knox United Church 91 Askin St. From folk to bluegrass, fiddle to honkytonk. Telling stories of people’s lives and having just plain fun. Music by Gordon Lightfoot, John Denver, Bob Chilcott, Mack Wilberg, and more. Featuring London’s very own

Heartaches Stringband! COVID protocols followed: Proof of vaccination and masks required. See website for more information.

All tickets $25 Available only online at kssingers.com Not available at the door

Karen Schuessler Singers Singathon at Cherry Hill Mall, March 2020

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Getting to the ‘CORE’ of learning “The sole purpose of CORE Tutoring is to provide programming andguidance for students that will directly improveperformance, both academically and often socially/emotionally” explains Karen Rowland, Owner. “When students have the necessary resources and supports, anything is possible.” Core Tutoring offers assistance for elementary and secondary school students. Historic location – modern techniques Located at 1124 Gainsborough Road, in the former Hyde Park School S.S. #17, experienced teachers provide targeted support utilizing the latest techniques and research-proven strategies. “CORETutoring isbuilt on theunderstanding that individual students require individual support to help them reach their full potential. We look at thewhole child to assess his/her strengths andareas of need. The end results show measurable and observable improvements in a small amount of time,” Karen continues. Executive Functioning awareness and support, and programming for English Language Learners are also provided. Strong reading skills are vital for success in all areas. At CORE, essential skills needed to build a solid foundation are explicitly taught and practiced using a structured literacy approach. The Lexia Core5 and PowerUp programs may be used to continue with the practice of these skills at home. Half-day Literacy (and Math) Camps are available in July and August to quickly identify necessary skills and to provide the teaching needed to build strength and demonstrate learning.

Above, Karen Rowland welcomes students and their friends and families to the historic school. Below, a classroom.

To learn more about Core Tutoring and their Summer Camps or Group Programs, visit www.coretutoring.ca

peopleCare Communities provides a number of different volunteering opportunities. Learn more at https://peoplecare.ca/work-here/work-here-volunteer/ or call 519-641-3131

6-course Canadian Tapas Dinner andWine Tasting Included: Food, Per Person: Four Wines (1-2 ozs each), One Cocktail with Vodka, one oz Spanish Sherry Supplies, TastingHost, Chef, and Staff.

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Halt the Salt! Just as toomuch salt in your diet can reduce your life expectancy, salt on your vehicle can shorten it’s useful life! Your car’s undercarriage is where road salt and other corrosive chemicals slowly eat away at crucial mechanisms. Chemicals that are easily washed off your car’s exterior become embedded in your shock absorbers, settle on your wheel wells, invade door panels and other cavities and crevices observed only when placing your car on a lift. Statistics indicate that in Ontario and Quebec alone, the use of de-icing salts on roads results in about $3,000,000,000 in vehicle depreciation each year. Long after the snow and slush is gone, salt can still remain on your car, creating the ideal conditions for rust to develop. “Corrosion is worse when spring comes because of moisture that is most common with the warmer weather,” explains Shane Johnson, owner of Krown London Hyde Park. “In addition to regular rust proofing, we recommend using Salt Eliminator , a revolutionary new maintenance product that removes winter salt from the body and interior of your vehicle.” Different than regular car soap, Salt Eliminator was specifically formulated to remove salt at the molecular level. While a Salt Eliminator wash at Krown can halt the salt on your vehicle, aerosol cans are also available to take home for use on your snowblower and other outdoor tools – as well as on your shoes and boots!

Spring Special: receive a free Salt Elminator wash with your rust- proofing. Offer valid at Krown London Hyde Park until April 30, 2022

Krown London Hyde Park is located at 1930 Mallard Road. Call 519-473-0030 to book your appointment to halt the salt.

Easter weekend is April 15 – 18. Shop local for your Easter brunch, lunch, dinner, flowers and treats!

Local Artist in International Art Competition

Hop in for all your Easter treats!

London Community Artists are excited have partnered with Cherryhill Village Mall to display artwork throughout 2022. Learn more at londoncommunityartists.ca One of Hyde Park artist Brian Normandeau’s paintings has been selected for The International Art Competition ART COMP@100 Kellogg Lane. It will be on display for 100 days, fromMay till September. More info. to follow Brian on facebook or visit https://100kellogglane.com Calling Hyde Park Crafters Set up a table on your lawn Saturday May 14. For details or to sign up to get on the map and to be listed here in the Hyde Park-Oakridge Villager, email [email protected] Sherri Cappa Art Studio Open House Saturday April 9 and Sunday April 10 12:30pm-4:30pm 828 Headley Drive. Watch for details on these coming events! March 28 - April 8 Easter Scavenger Hunt; June 18 PondFest; August Hyde & Seek; November AGM; November 26 Hyde Park Santa Claus Parade; December 3 Breakfast with Santa; December 3-4 Hyde Park Christmas

2115 Aldersbrook (at Wonderland) atasteofbritain.ca (519) 488-1590

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Men’s and Ladies cuts Perms. Colour. Foils. Same day appointments! New staff additions! Our Asian stylists may be contacted directly: Lilly 519-702-3877 or Quin 226-224-5048 Stylist? Ask about our chair rentals! Great working environment for you and your customers.

Enjoy mall shopping! Lots of free parking!

LONDON MALL AT OXFORD AND WONDERLAND TUESDAY – SATURDAY (519) 471-4980

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London Artists’ Studio Tour 2022 April 22, 23 & 24 A free self-guided tour to meet local artists in their working environments and learn more about their creative processes. Brochures and tour map available at londonstudiotour.ca

The LondonArtists Studio Tour provides an opportunity to connect personally with local artists as they invite you into their studios, to see first-hand the materials and equipment they use and the work environment that results in the art that intrigues, excites, inspires and trains us to see the world through an artist’s eye. Some Hyde Park-Oakridge area participating artists include: Paul Abeleira 1786 Attawandaron Rd. Unit 33 icookandpaint.com Eric Cator 222 Homestead Cresc. ericcator.com Carol Finkbeiner Thomas 840 Embassy Ave. carolfinkbeinerthomas.com Mandy Forbes 222 Homestead Cresc. mandyforbes.com Marlies Gueth 60 Bloomfield Dr. Jamie M.K. Jardine 222 Edgehill Cr jamiejardine.ca Brian Normandeau 1911 Beaverbrook Ave. briannormandeau.com Arale Vallely 2660 Tokala Trail artbyarale.com

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Arale Vallely (above, left) Brian Normandeau (lower left) Some paintings have been cropped for fit

Eric Cator (above). Below: art by Mandy Forbes, Marles Gueth and Jamie M.K. Jardine

For cat-lovers. By cat-lovers. We’ve got you covered !

Whiskers Cat Care is London’s premier cat-focused pet sitting service, proudly serving the communities of West London. We specialize in in-home care, allowing your cat to be comfortable within their own environment.

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Garlic Recipe from: http://ataboyfarms.com (St. Marys - half hour to Ilderton)? Harvest Moon Farm (just outside Ilderton) https://www.facebook.com/harvestmoon.farmlife?

The Banting Beat by Amaris Peng, Banting Student Council member The Broncos had a wonderful start to semester two! With the return of a four-class schedule and lockers to the students, we are looking forward to an even more involved and event-filled semester two! The winter sports season is coming to an end, with many of our boys basketball, girls volleyball, boys and girls hockey, wrestling, and curling teams having exceptional plays in their playoffs. After the March Break, spring sports will be starting; tryouts for the boys and girls soccer team, track & field, baseball, badminton, tennis, and rowing will begin. We can’t wait to see what this athletic season brings for the Broncos! Banting’s other clubs and teams have also been hard at work! The Banting Business Club has been enjoying competing in the JOT Business Competitions, with several Bronco finalists and stellar performances! Our Reach for the Top teams have also been working hard and brushing up on their trivia skills, competing in two successful tournaments and preparing for their upcoming tournament on March 24th. What a wonderful start to the new semester for all of our wonderful extracurricular clubs! The Banting Student Council also completed a lovely Valentine’s Day Spirit Week, handing out special chocolates and virtual candy grams to students while spreading the season of love. With upcoming changes to COVID-19 protocols, we are also planning for more exciting school events, including our upcoming Spring Coffee House, as well as executive elections later this spring. We’re looking forward to showing the school what we have planned, and springing forward to a spirited rest of the school year. On the topic of school spirit, the annual Wildcard conference for upcoming grade eight students is returning in a virtual format! Velofix mobile bike repair is now servicing London & surrounding areas. Velofix mobile bike rep ir is now servicing London & surrounding areas.

The committee of Banting leaders has been chosen and is now preparing for the thrilling activities and spirited events to welcome our Grade 8 students this Spring!

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Hyde Park Business Improvement Association News from the

Dear Readers,

With over 400 members, the HPBIA works to beautify and promote this pocket of northwest London to foster a sense of community for residents, businesses and visitors while attracting local customers from across London and neighbouring counties. Hyde Park in Uptown London has its own distinctive essence. A hamlet within the city, Hyde Park is filled with a variety of shopping experiences, diverse products, and friendly services. Come out and “Shop, Eat, Work and Play” while you enjoy all Hyde Park in Uptown London has to offer! The Hyde Park Business Improvement Association (HPBIA) was founded in 1979 and designated as a Business Improvement Area in 2017, and joins together with BIA business members along with the support of the municipality to invest in economic development within its boundaries in Hyde Park.

Donna Szpakowski

Tom Delaney

General Manager/CEO

HPBIA Board Chair

Hyde Park Easter Scavenger Hunt

Win an Easter Goodie Basket with over $300 of goodies from Hyde Park businesses!

Pick-up a passport sheet at any of our participating retailers or on our website! 1 2 Snap a pic of your completed sheet, post it on social media, tag us @HydeParkBIA and that’s it! You’re entered to win an egg-citing Easter basket from our businesses! 3 Visit each business to pick-up a sticker for your passport sheet!

AD 2 For more info visit www.hydeparkbia.ca

March 28th - April 8th

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March 2022

Synergy Aesthetic and Laser Microdermabrasion

Left: Marzena Kostrzanowska,Clinical Aesthetician / Certified Laser Technician / Advance Skin Care Therapist / Body Contouring Practitioner Microdermabrasion and other skincare and and aesthetic treatments are available at 1635 Hyde Park Road in the Synergy Centre.

Microdermabrasion is a non-invasive, full scope exfoliation that can be done on the face, neck and whole body to improve the appearance and quality of the skin. “Using a diamond tip, we exfoliate and vacuum the top layer of dead/congested skin, which promotes new skin cell production and allows for better product penetration,” explains Marzena Kostrzanowska of Synergy Aesthetic & Laser. “The vacuum stimulates blood flow, rebuilds collagen and elastin and encourages lymphatic activity. The skin is left feeling smooth and rejuvenated after just one session.” The treatment requires no down time, making it an ideal service for individuals who cannot take time off work for deep chemical peels or laser treatments. “It’s a wonderful pre-treatment for various aesthetic procedures, such as botox and fillers and effective treatment for individuals with mild photoaging, age spots, enlarged pores, congested and oily skin, superficial scars and acne,” continues Marzena. Marzena has been with Synergy Aesthetic & Laser for five years. With over 20 years experience she successfully assists clients in caring for their skin health. Her knowledge and experience allows for our plethora of laser services, treatments, and pro- duct options to aid in our clients success. Marzena can be described as passionate, happy and knowledgable. Other popular skin treatments available at Synergy Aesthetic & Laser include Oxygeneo Skin Tightening, Photofacials, Melasma and Rocacea Management. Gift Certificates are available.

GIVE HER THE GIFT OF BEAUTY THIS MOTHER’S DAY

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Find It In London The collective effort of the London Community Recovery Network is focused on creating a strong, resilient and inclusive post-pandemic London, and has developed a framework that sets out a common vision, focus areas and shared measures for community recovery in London. As part of the London Community Recovery Network, Tourism London, in collaboration with Argyle BIA, Downtown London, Hamilton Road BIA, Hyde Park BIA, Old East Village BIA and others, has launched a citywide ‘Find it in London’ pro- motional campaign. This coordinated, collaborative, promotional partnership will create a sense of community and drive recovery in the city while stimulating local tourism and economic growth. ‘Find it in London’ is telling stories of the community, creating relationships and building connections that will encourage people to want to shop local, support local and experience all that London has to offer. Why should you shop local? Shopping local … • Stimulates the local economy as dollars spent locally continue to circulate in our community • Supports and creates jobs within our community • Supports our neighbours who own businesses in our community • Supports local charities through give back programs • Supports independent business owners who tend to have more product knowledge, better service and unique expertise to help with your shop local experience

You are invited to be part of Find It In London! There is no cost to your business to be involved … and there are other opportunities as well! Your business will be listed in the online business directory on the campaign’s website www.finditinlondon.ca. You also will be eligible to be included in future activations that will bring customers to you including a special holiday gift guide and fun marketing initiatives! How to get your business involved: • Visit: www.finditinlondon.ca/ submissions/ • Complete the form and include photos, your logo and a description of the unique products or services that your business provides.

• Share this information with other local business owners so that others can be involved! And don’t forget to use the hashtag #finditinlondon whenever you’re using social media for your business!

want your business featured on our site? visit: finditinlondon.ca

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Parkway Garden Centre plants the spirit of volunteerism In their 52 years of operation, Parkway Garden Centre has not only spread the joy of gardening, but spread hope through their many volunteer and charitable endeavours. These included: • Scarecrow Fest, which has raised over $10,000 for the North West London Resource Centre over the past four years • Working with the Hyde Park BIA to provide free pumpkins to families in our community • Donating $2,000 of Hyde Park Dollars to the Community during peak Covid, encouraging others to give back and shop in our community • Replacing twelve Cedar trees that were stolen from Craft Pharmacy restaurant’s parking lot • Raising $600 for the London Humane Society • Partnering with the Hyde Park Rotary club to design and donate plant material for two pollinator gardens at the entrance of the Hyde Park Trail • Partnering with the Hyde Park Rotary Club to hold a sock and undergarment drive throughout the winter, encouraging staff and customers to donate • Donating vegetable plants to several local community gardens Additionally, the family owned and operated garden centre will be donating and planting four trees in honor of the Afzaal family who lost their lives last year. For updates on future endeavours, planting and landscaping tips, specials and more, visit parkwaygardens.ca and follow them on Facebook.

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Cultural Cooking Paska – Ukrainian Easter Bread Paska is a Ukrainian bread, popular through Eastern European and baked by my grandmother for the Easter holiday. Enjoy: Ingredients 1/2 cup sugar + 1 tsp sugar 1/2 cup luke-warm qater 1 package active dry yeast 1 & 1/2 cups 2%-3% milk 2 & 1/2 cups all-purpose flour + 5 cups all- purpose flour 3 beaten large eggs 1/3 cup melted butter 1 & 1/2 teaspoons salt Directions Scald the milk in a pot. Set aside to cool to a lukewarm temperature. Dissolve 1/2 teaspoon sugar in water and sprinkle yeast over it. Mix and let stand 10 minutes. Combine yeast mixture with scalded milk and 2 & 1/2 cups flour. Beat until smooth. Cover and let rise until light and bubbly. Add the eggs, 1/2 cup of sugar, melted butter, salt and 4 & 1/2 to 5 cups flour to make a dough. It should not be too stiff, but not too loose either. Knead until the dough no longer sticks to your hand and is smooth and satiny (about 7 minutes in a mixer, longer by hand).

instant-read thermometer registers 190 degrees. If necessary, cover the top of the bread with aluminum foil to prevent over-browning. Remove from oven and turn out onto wire rack to cool completely. Serves well with warm butter or ricotta cheese and jam.

Place in a greased bowl, turning to grease all sides. Cover with greased plastic wrap and let rise until doubled. Punch down and let rise again. Reserve 1/3 of the dough for decorating. Shape the rest into a round loaf and place in a 10 to 12 inch greased round pan. Shape the reserved dough into decorations of choice — a cross, swirls, rosettes, braiding, birds, letters, figurines, etc. Cover the pan with greased plastic wrap and let rise until almost doubled. Heat oven to 400 degrees. Brush bread with 1 large egg beaten with 2 tablespoons water. Bake 15 minutes. Reduce temperature to 350 degrees and bake an additional 40 minutes or until an

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760 Hyde Park Road, London www.gordonsgold.ca 519-473-3988 760 Hyde Park Road, London www.gordonsgold.ca 519-473-3988

CELEBRATING THE SPECIAL OCCASIONS IN YOUR LIFE 760 Hyde Park Road, London | www.gordonsgold.ca | 519-473-3988 CELEBRATING THE SPECIAL OCCASIONS IN YOUR LIFE