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Margaret Winter
On November 20th we had another sold-out crowd for dinner and seminar in the Bistro 1852
to hear the ENVIRONMENT AND ENERGY DIRECTOR from the CITY OF TORONTO Jim Baxter P Eng Master’s Business Administration U of T speak about global warming how it affects our city and what is being done to combat it at at the municipal level Global warming is real as shown in one of Jim’s slides Historically over the the the millennia the the the CO2 levels ranged from 180 parts per million to the high 200’s with most levels being much lower than that Since 1950 this has increased dramatically to 409 parts per million What can we do as individuals? Please recycle and use LED light bulbs Using public transportation and electric cars are also recommended to help combat climate change Thank you to Chef Michael and team for creating delicious prix fixe menus to enjoy at these events for only $18 95 The Moroccan Braised Chicken with Roasted Root Vegetables served over Dried Fruit Couscous was delicious and enjoyed by most who came The Tuesday special and menu are also available should you wish a dining choice Full information on on upcoming talks is included in in in in the poster on on the inside front cover The talks are held on the the third Tuesday of the the months of November January February and March My goal is to cover health environmental and historical themes each year If there is is a a a a a topic or a a speaker you think the Membership would enjoy please contact me All Photos: Courtesy of Margaret Whitfield and Jim Baxter 6 JANUARY/FEBRUARY 2019
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