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Tuesday, 17 June 2025

Italian Festival Sunday and Big Garage Street Sale Saturday



 First I want to tell you about the garage sale.  I only bought one small decorative mug (designer) of a beautiful koala mom and baby.  But, I bought a lot of my favourite authors' books.  It was difficult finding books I hadn't read but it all goes to a good charity - the Historical Museum - so I came back and bought more.

Sunday,  after mass consisted of being at the Italian Festival.  I had a small dish of home made gnocchi which was authentic enough and can be found at any legitimate Italian restaurant in Toronto, but the sauce failed the grade, probably from not cooking it enough.  I had to wait about two hours for it and was informed it was worth the wait and I would get a free espresso.  It was not worth the wait and I did not get any espresso ( because they didn't even sell it).  It certainly wasn't worth the 16 or 17 dollars I spent but it did have a line up without any Italians in it.  I won't name the place but they are not from Toronto.  I don't like to give bad reviews but I certainly won't name it for compliments.  The band stand was fun and everyday Italian men and women sang and dance with gusto.  There was also a pasta eating contest where those who didn't finish eating their bowl could take it home.  Even though I had lots of fun and met many interesting people, there were simply too many people and I actually got dizzy from sensory overload from my final resting place to my car.  Complaint I heard was that it was too multicultural and they want "Italian" only.  All in all, I did have a good time but due to the growing enormous crowd throughout the day, I am going to have to pass in future.   However, it is worth going if you are from out of town or a tourist.  The garden umbrella and tree is my home which is still for sale people and my coffee break and lunch break relaxation spot.  I also like watching movies there and attending seminars in the summer.  That's all folks!!!!








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