Beyond the Branch
A Virtual Deciduous Tree Walk in Samuel Smith Park
Deciduous Tree Walk
Have a look at the deciduous forest in your neighbourhood. It will change the way you see your surroundings!
By:Jonathan Dionne. Born and raised in rural Nova Scotia Jonathan completed his undergraduate degree at Dalhousie University with a major in biology and a minor in statistics. Currently he is doing his masters in forest conservation at the University of Toronto. Jonathan spent the summer working on a community engagement and urban tree stewardship project within the community of Long Branch.
Music By Long Branchers!
“In the Mood”
Toronto All-Star Band
Recorded during the pandemic, this video of a Glenn Miller classic demonstrates a high level of musicianship and showmanship.
One of the most exciting bands around, the Toronto All-Star Big Band revives the spirit style and sound of the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s – that golden age of the big bands.
“How Can we help the Carolinian Forest”
By: Kelly- Sue O’Connor
Kelly-Sue O’Connor is a Board member for the Friends of Sam Smith and organized the 2020 Samuel Smith Virtual Bird Fest.
“Genuine Hippie”
Dominic Simone Project
This is another original song by Long Branch resident Dominic Simone. It was recorded in Dominic’s living room especially for the 2020 Long Branch Virtual Tree Festival.
“Saskatchewan Skies”
Pat Rice
Pat Rice has lived in Long Branch since 1959. He is painter and also an amateur musician and a member of the Drumming by the Lake Drum Circle that operates out of the Martin Luther Church in Mimico. “Titan” one of the largest Heritage red oaks in Toronto grows on his property.
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