We hope all Corktowners enjoyed the holiday season with family and friends! Here’s to a great 2015.

CRBA MEETING: The January meeting of the Corktown Residents & Business Association is set for this Tuesday, January 6. Once again we’ll be meeting at the Little Trinity Church Annex (403 King Street East) — find us upstairs. The meeting will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. It’s your opportunity to learn about all kinds of neighbourhood issues and have your say. All are welcome — hope to see you there!

LOCAL DEALS: Our friends at Adornments on Queen have got an Xmas Clearout Sale on through January 17, with all Xmas items going for a whopping 70% off! Head down and grab what you need for next season. Click here for details.

And if you’re looking to follow through on your resolutions, the Extension Room is offering a Leap Into 2015 sale, with 20% off all class cards and any new one month membership. You can buy ’em online.

SKATE OR TRY: Make the most of this chilly January weather by checking out the new Regent Park Athletic Grounds Skating Rink at the corner of Shuter & Sumach. It’s freshly opened and nicely renovated. Councillor Pam McConnell has some details on her website.

WARD BOUNDARY REVIEW: The City of Toronto is currently in the process of reviewing ward boundaries. The first step? A series of consultations across the city. If you want to have your say on this important issue, there’s a meeting set for Saturday, January 10 between 9 a.m. and noon at Trinity St. Paul’s Church. (427 Bloor Street West.) Check out the Draw The Line website for info.

UPCOMING AT ALUMNAE: Alumnae Theatre is gearing up for its next stage production. BLOOD RELATIONS, the Governor General award-winning work by Sharon Pollock, takes audiences on a psychological journey inspired by the true story of Lizzie Borden. It debuts on January 23. Get your tickets online by clicking here.

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