Notice of Public Meeting: Proposed Zoning by-law Amendments Home Based Business

SGC Admin: The following is taken from the notice presented in Whitby This Week January 23 2013 Edition: 

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The Meeting will take place on  February 19 2013

Public Meeting to be held by the Planning and Development Committee of the Council of the Corporation of the Town of Whitby to consider draft recommendations to amend Zoning by-laws 2565, 1784 and 5581-05 to update the existing use permissions and zone provisions that regulate a home based business use in the Town of Whitby.

Objectives:

The objective and expected benefits from amendments to the home based business use permissions and zone provisions of the Zoning By-laws include:

  • Updated and contemporary provisions
  • Consistent and harmonized provisions throughout the Town of Whitby
  • Improved clarity of interpretation and understanding of zone provisions
  • Simplified arrangement of provisions allowing for enhanced customer service

Purpose of Public Meeting:

The purpose of this meeting is to provide adequate information tot he public and to permit interested persons and agencies the opportunity to make representation in respect of the draft Zoning By-law Amendments. If you are unable to attend the meeting, your representation can be filed in writing by mail or personal delivery to reach the Town of Whitby Planning Department not later then 4:30 pm on Monday, March 11 2013.

Interested persons may inspect additional information relating to the proposed zoning by law amendments in the Planning Department, Level 7 Whitby Municipal Building, 575 Rossland Road East, Whitby, On, L1N 2M8, during regular working hours, Monday to Friday, 8:30am to 4:30 pm.

You may contact the Planning Department by calling 905 430 4306: Fax 905 668 7812 or by email homebasedbusinessstudy@whitby.ca

If you have any questions please contact: Kathryn Dram 905 430 4306 Ext 2415 or Bruce Hunt 905 430 4306 Ext 2271

Starts Today Recreational (Adult) Djembe Drumming Classes

Recreational Djembe Drumming Classes

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This is an ten-week introductory course designed for beginners on the West African djembe.
Adults will learn basic technique, handing and some simple rhythms. Explore the fun of improvised drumming in a group.
No previous experience necessary.
Please Note: ***If you are interested in joining this class, please call Julie to see if she any spaces left… :) and for exact location*** 905-666-8238

Classes start Today February 6 2013
7:00 – 8:00 pm
Julie’s House
 Byron St. S
Ten Weeks –  $120.00
(drums are available to borrow for $10)

Circles in Circles Ladies Networking Meeting February 4 2013 3 Steps up Coffee House

SGC Admin: 

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Circles in Circles, a once a month ladies networking group, February’s meeting takes place on February 4 2013. 7 pm to 9 pm

At this month’s meeting Joy Lovie a Young Living Essential Oils representative will be our presenter, where she will briefly educate us on the fabulous use of essential oils in our every life to help make us feel better. 

Please feel free to join us for this meeting, you don’t need to have a business, and if you have an idea for a business this group of lovely ladies may just assist you in making up your mind… 

For those  of us who are “running” our own small business it is clear that these once monthly meetings pick us up and inspire each and every one of us… :) 

Circles in Circles meeting are held on the first Monday (Unless a holiday) of each Month September through to June at the following location. 

3 Steps up Coffee House: 605 BROCK STREET, North, Whitby, ON

***Circles in Circles Members request you do not call or visit 3 Steps Up with questions regarding our group/meetings.***

Please feel free to email us at SGC or contact Sherry or Susan below. 

To contact Sherry co-founder of Circles in Circles:  Click Here

To contact Susan co-founder of Circles in Circles: Click Here

To “Like” Circles in Circles on Facebook and to follow their updates Click Here

 

 

Vendors Wanted: Clarington Home and Garden Show & Metro East Spring Show

Repeat Post Date: January 25 2013:

Please Note: This is  repeat of a previous SGC post of December 2012, SGC staff are presently unsure as to booth availability at this time, please call the numbers listed for more information… 

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Home and Garden show lovers...Put these dates on your calendar SGC will repost as the time draws nearer…. :)

Clarington Home and Garden Show April 14-15 2012 

10×5 Booth $199:00

For information  or to be a vendor please contact: Devon 905-579-4473 ext: 2236 or Wendy at ext: 2215 

Metro East Spring Home and Garden Show: March 30 to April 1 2012: 

Pickering Markets: For Booth info please contact: Audrey or call her @ 905-683–5110 ext: 257

Drum Circle Whitby January 25 2013 with Julie Ditta

Drum Circle with Julie Ditta


   Friday, January 25

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Let out your inner drummer, raise your vibration and make music with others. Join us for a fun evening of drumming, meditation,  and music making.

A few extra  drums are available to try. Please reserve in advance.

  • 7:30 pm
  • Ezra Annes Bed & Breakfast: 239 Wellington St., Whitby
  • Refreshments
  • $10:00
  • Please call Julie at 905-666-8238.