Toronto Railway Heritage Centre, 2011

TRHA - Wood Storage Bins
James Gardiner, Wilson Lau, and Neville worked on carpentry projects at the John Street Roundhouse on 21-May-2011.

TRHA - Wood Storage Bins
James Gardiner, Daniel, and James Rasor looked at the first of the wood storage bins constructed on 21-May-2011.

TRHA - Wood Storage Bins
Lance Gleich showed the purpose of the new bins by placing a piece of wood in the bins on 21-May-2011.

TRHA - Caboose
Neville worked on the new bracing for the Toronto, Hamilton and Buffalo caboose on 16-July-2011.

TRHA - Caboose
The bracing was in place for the cupola area of the 1907 caboose in the John Street Roundhouse on 16-July-2011.

TRHA - Caboose
The rot of the wood post on the caboose cupola became obvious when inspected on 16-July-2011.

TRHA - Caboose
Neville showed off the condition of the metal he had just pulled off the caboose cupola on 16-July-2011.

TRHA - Caboose
This was the degree of corrosion found in a metal component of the Toronto Hamilton & Buffalo caboose on 16-July-2011.

TRHA - Caboose
New rivets had just been put in the side of the caboose as the left side continued to come together on 24-July-2011.

TRHA - Caboose
The wood post in the cupola had been removed for replacement on the caboose as observed on 24-July-2011.

TRHA - Caboose
James Gardiner and Neville worked on the woodwork of the caboose cupola on 20-August-2011.

TRHA - Caboose
James Gardiner posed with the new woodwork in the caboose cupola in the John Street Roundhouse on 20-August-2011.

TRHA - Caboose
The extent of rotten wood inside the cupola was noted after the removal of outer panels on 3-September-2011.

TRHA - Caboose
A closer look at the rot in the walls of the caboose cupola was noted in the John Street Roundhouse on 3-September-2011.

TRHA - Caboose
The wood was actually gone from the right side of the caboose cupola when observed on 9-October-2011.

TRHA - Caboose
The left side of the cupola was also being re-framed as observed at the John Street Roundhouse on 9-October-2011.

TRHA - Caboose
Mold was noted when restoring the TH&B caboose at the John Street Roundhouse on 12-November-2011.

TRHA - Caboose
A close-up of the mold in the caboose was photographed in Toronto, Ontario on 12-November-2011.

TRHA - Caboose
Jim Gardiner was hard at work on window frames for the caboose at the roundhouse on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Flat Car Deck
A completely new wood deck had been installed on the flat car at the John Street Roundhouse by 9-October-2011.

TRHA - Plaques
The frames for the equipment plaques were well along in their construction as shown on 16-July-2011.

TRHA - Plaques
Wilson Lau posed in front of an installed plaque featuring him in the pictures on 20-August-2011.

TRHA - Roundhouse Cats
The roundhouse cat and one of her kittens was noted just outside the roundhouse on 24-July-2011.

TRHA - Roundhouse Cats
One of the kittens born in the John Street Roundhouse had grown considerably when observed on 24-July-2011.

TRHA - Tool Module
New pegs had been placed on the outside of the outdoor tool module in the John Street Roundhouse by 31-July-2011.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
Some new pit covers enabled the placement of tables and the gate behind the U33 simulator on 31-July-2011.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
Another of the new pit covers protected anyone standing near the U33 simulator as observed on 31-July-2011.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
Scott worked on the painting of benches inside the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 20-August-2011.

TRHA - Parks Canada Weekend
A Parks Canada balloon rose into the view behind Don Station at Roundhouse Park on 21-May-2011.

TRHA - Parks Canada
The mini-Whitcomb train passed Don Station and the Parks Canada display in Toronto, Ontario on 21-May-2011.

TRHA - Parks Canada Weekend
The "Sweet Creek" steam locomotive led its train past Don Station and the Parks Canada balloon on 21-May-2011.

TRHA - Steam Operations
Mike Salisbury served as the engineer on locomotive #3, the "Sweet Creek," at Roundhouse Park on 21-May-2011.

TRHA - Three Steam Locomotives
Three steam locomotives, one visitor from England, one retired from the CN, and one operating were noted on 21-May-2011.

TRHA - Barbeque
The line for the joint Railway Children's Theatre and Toronto Railway Heritage Centre barbeque took shape on 21-May-2011.

TRHA - Barbeque
The table for the joint Railway Children's Theatre and Toronto Railway Heritage Centre was noted on 21-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
The exhibition space at Steam Whistle brewing was being prepared for the Doors Open train show on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
Setup continued in the low-numbered stalls of the John Street Roundhouse for the train show on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
The trackmobile used for the Railway Children Theatre headed back to the turntable after refueling on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
Michael Guy operated the turntable to move the trackmobile back to its normal track at the roundhouse on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
The turntable spun back to the show track at the John Street Roundhouse on the morning of Doors Open, 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
The turntable was aligned with the show track as seen from the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
The trackmobile moved to couple to the show train at Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
The trackmobile moved inside the tent to pick up the show train in preparation for the performance on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
The show train emerged from the theatre as pulled by the trackmobile in Toronto, Ontario on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
The show train pulled onto the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse as observed on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
The entire show train had emerged from the tent in preparation for the performance in Toronto, Ontario on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
The railway equipment from the National Railway Museum in England came onto the turntable in Toronto on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
"Vicky," the locomotive star of the Railway Children Theatre production, sat on the turntable on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
The show train rested on the turntable in advance of the Railway Children Theatre production on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
Dave Wetherald handled the duties in the trackmobile during the Railway Children Theatre performance on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
Dave Wetherald filled in as the engineer of the trackmobile during the Railway Children Theatre show on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
The Toronto, Hamilton and Buffalo caboose was part of the public display during Doors Open in Toronto on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
James Rasor talked about the interior of the Toronto, Hamilton and Buffalo caboose during Doors Open on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
Wilson Lau handled the handcar duties during Doors Open at the John Street Roundhouse on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
Canadian National steam locomotive #6213 was open to the public during Doors Open on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
Lionel Levitt served in his untiring role of interpreter of the 6213 cab with a big crowd on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
The exhibition hall of Steam Whistle Brewing was full of railway displays during Doors Open Toronto on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
Jason Pelton worked the Toronto Railway Heritage Association sales desk during Doors Open on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
Stephen Gardiner stood with his impressive models of the TRHA artifacts seen at Doors Open on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
Several model railways were found in the display hall during Doors Open at the John Street Roundhouse on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
A very small version of live steam was on display during Doors Open at the John Street Roundhouse on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
Coal was loaded into the very small live steamers at Doors Open in the John Street Roundhouse on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Doors Open
Russ Milland managed the locomotive cab simulators during the Doors Open display in Toronto, Ontario on 28-May-2011.

TRHA - Ticket Sales
The ticket sales tent for the miniature railway outside Don Station had a quiet moment on 19-June-2011.

TRHA - New Signal
A new signal to coordinate between the miniature railway and the full-size show train was to the left on 19-June-2011.

TRHA - New Signal
A close-up of the new signal governing miniature railway movements across the full-size tracks was seen on 19-June-2011.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Greg Salisbury served as engineer as the miniature railway train passed between the passenger cars on 19-June-2011.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
The miniature railway train approached the station area in Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 19-June-2011.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Steven from Leon's spent his volunteer day working on the miniature railway in Roundhouse Park on 19-June-2011.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park Tour
Thomas Blampied led the first Roundhouse Park guided tour of the season on 16-July-2011.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park Tour
The first Roundhouse Park Tour of the season gathered around the turntable rail at mid-day on 16-July-2011.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
Roundhouse Park looked relatively quiet in the early evening of 24-July-2011, as viewed from Bremner Boulevard.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
A new signal left over from the Railway Children Show was located near Don Station on 20-August-2011.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
The tent briefly remained the background for the signal which had previously been inside on 20-August-2011.

TRHA - 563
1892-era London & Southwestern T-3 class 4-4-0 #563 sat in the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto on 3-September-2011.

TRHA - 563
London & Southwestern #563 sat in stall 15 of the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 3-September-2011.

TRHA - 563
The rear of London & Southwestern #563's tender was noted in stall 15 of John Street Roundhouse on 3-September-2011.

TRHA - Birthday Vest
The "birthday vest" of the Railway Children theatrical production was noted in the museum on 3-September-2011.

TRHA - Break Area
A new break area had been carved out of the stall 17 area of the roundhouse on 9-October-2011.

TRHA - Boiler
The old boiler of the "Romulus" locomotive was found in the roundhouse stalls on 9-October-2011.

TRHA - Boiler
A new boiler for the "Romulus" was found in the miniature railway depot in Toronto, Ontario on 9-October-2011.

TRHA - Organizing Wood
James, Scott, and Wilson stood in the new storage bays for wood in the stalls in the roundhouse on 12-November-2011.

TRHA - Organizing Wood
James Rasor and Dan Garcia worked on routing an electrical cable around the new wood storage area on 12-November-2011.

TRHA - Organizing Wood
James Rasor secured an electrical cable along a wall in the John Street Roundhouse on 12-November-2011.

TRHA - Organizing Wood
The wood was already in place in the new storage area by the end of the session on 12-November-2011.

TRHA - Organizing Wood
The new wood storage area was photographed at the end of the day at the John Street Roundhouse on 12-November-2011.

TRHA - Equipment Move
The Whitcomb locomotive and Fowler boxcar were turned with the trackmobile at the roundhouse on 3-September-2011.

TRHA - Rail Groove
A groove was noted in the rail to the turntable on track #33 after a minor incident on 3-September-2011.

TRHA - 6213
Former Canadian National 4-8-4 #6213 sat on the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse on 9-October-2011.

TRHA - 6213
This plaque from the donation of the 6213 to the city of Toronto was being prepared for mounting on 9-October-2011.

TRHA - 7069
Baldwin #7069 sat underneath the coaling tower at Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 9-October-2011.

TRHA - Whitcomb
The Whitcomb diesel had taken residence outside Steam Whistle Brewing at Roundhouse Park on 9-October-2011.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Steam locomotive #3 led the miniature train across the restored crossing in Roundhouse Park on 9-October-2011.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
The miniature railway crossed the area formerly occupied by the theatre tent as seen on 9-October-2011.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
The miniature railway was again going the "right" way through the curve in Roundhouse Park on 9-October-2011.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Steam locomotive #3 crossed a full-size railway track in Roundhouse Park as observed on 9-October-2011.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
The miniature train passed the signal from the Railway Children production in Roundhouse Park on 9-October-2011.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
The steam-powered miniature railway train sat at Don Station in Toronto, Ontario between runs on 9-October-2011.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
The miniature railway was still busy into November, as observed on a mild 12-November-2011.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Dave Wetherald served as the engineer on the miniature railway around Roundhouse Park on 12-November-2011.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Bob Dickson served as conductor for the operations of the miniature railway on 12-November-2011.

TRHA - Bridge Move
The TRHA crew was ready to lift the pedestrian bridge over track 40 out of the way on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Bridge Move
The Pyke crane had started to lift the pedestrian bridge out of its position over track 40 on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Bridge Move
The pedestrian bridge had been lifted into the air by the Pyke crane in Roundhouse Park on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Bridge Move
The bridge was spun into a position parallel to track 40 as the moves continued on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Bridge Move
The Pyke crane carried the pedestrian bridge out of the Don Station area of Roundhouse Park on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Bridge Move
The bridge moved past the watchman's shanty in Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Bridge Move
Positioned over the walkway, the crane was now ready to swing the bridge onto the flatcar on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Bridge Move
The Pyke crane swung the bridge toward the flatcar during maneuvers in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Bridge Move
The bridge was placed on the flatcar after being swung into position by the Pyke crane on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Bridge Move
With the bridge safely placed on the flatcar, the Pyke crane could make its move off track 40 on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Bridge Move
The Pyke crane and its flatcar loaded with the pedestrian bridge took a ride on the turntable on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Bridge Move
The Pyke crane moved out of the way on track 39 of Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Switching Moves
Matt Etterwood, Dave Wetherald, and Michael Guy waited for the air to be ready on the switch engine on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Switching Moves
Toronto Railway Heritage Centre Whitcomb #1 pulled the Fowler boxcar out of the roundhouse on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Switching Moves
Whitcomb #1 moved off the original turntable at the Toronto Railway Heritage Centre on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Switching Moves
Whitcomb #1 passed the Pyke crane as both were active in Roundhouse Park on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Switching Moves
Matt Etterwood guided Whitcomb #1 to couple with the "Cape Race" car in Roundhouse Park on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Switching Moves
The Whitcomb diesel pulled the "Cape Race" past the Watchman's Shanty in Roundhouse Park on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Switching Moves
Toronto Railway Heritage Centre #1 pulled the "Cape Race" off the turntable at Roundhouse Park on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Switching Moves
Dave Wetherald served as the engineer of Toronto Railway Heritage Centre #1 during switching on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Switching Moves
Not much room was left behind Whitcomb switcher #1 after heading inside the roundhouse on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Bridge Move
The Pyke crane swung the pedestrian bridge off the flatcar as the restoration process began on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Bridge Move
The Pyke crane swung the pedestrian bridge back into position in Roundhouse Park as captured on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Bridge Move
The Pyke crane moved the pedestrian bridge back to its original position next to Don Station on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Switching Moves
The Pyke crane pulled Alco S-2 switcher #7020 onto the turntable in a first-time move on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Switching Moves
The 7020 sat on the turntable with the Pyke crane being used as a switcher during moves on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Switching Moves
Matt Etterwood stood on the walkway of Alco S-2 #7020 during switching moves in Toronto, Ontario on 26-November-2011.

TRHA - Whitcomb
The cowling had been removed from the Whitcomb in the John Street Roundhouse on 3-December-2011.

TRHA - Whitcomb
James Gardiner, Michael Guy, and Wilson Lau prepared to remove the radiator from the Whitcomb on 3-December-2011.

TRHA - Whitcomb
The radiator of the Whitcomb was lifted from the locomotive in the John Street Roundhouse on 3-December-2011.

TRHA - Whitcomb
The Elwell crane lifted the radiator out of the Whitcomb locomotive in the John Street Roundhouse on 3-December-2011.

TRHA - Whitcomb
Michael Guy posed with the radiator after its removal from the Whitcomb locomotive on 3-December-2011.

TRHA - Whitcomb
The engine compartment of the Whitcomb locomotive was observed after cleaning on 3-December-2011.

TRHA - Whitcomb
The deck of the Whitcomb locomotive had been mostly cleaned after the removal of the cowling on 3-December-2011.
Trips to the West Coast, Holidays 2011-2

San Jose - Dave and Mila Czerwinski
Dave Czerwinski held his daughter Mila in his home in San Jose, California on 7-December-2011.

San Jose - Dave and Mila Czerwinski
Dave and a five-month old Mila Czerwinski posed in their home in San Jose, California on 7-December-2011.

Portland - Chris and John
Chris Fussell and John Magnusson posed in front of former Amtrak F40PHR #231 in Portland, Oregon on 10-December-2011.

Portland - Oaks Park
The miniature railway station at Oaks Park in Portland, Oregon was a previous streetcar roof, noted on 11-December-2011.

Portland - Oaks Park
A quarter-scale "CP Huntington" rested at the miniature railway station at Portland's Oaks Park on 11-December-2011.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
Brenna Gleich played Santa Claus during the exchange at the Gleich Christmas in Yakima, Washington on 24-December-2011.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
Pat Gleich and her daughter Meri looked over a gift during Gleich Christmas in Yakima, Washington on 24-December-2011.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
Kathy Gleich opened a typical Gleich gift exchange present in Yakima, Washington on 24-December-2011.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
Brenna Gleich watched her mother Cynthia open a box of money at the Gleich Christmas in Yakima on 24-December-2011.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
Meri and Arne Carson looked over a chocolate gift during the exchange in Yakima, Washington on 24-December-2011.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
Arne Carson was especially amused by a gift exchange present during Gleich Christmas in Yakima on 24-December-2011.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
The youngest attendee, Brodie Gleich, played with toy tools in Yakima, Washington on 24-December-2011.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
Mike, Connie, Cynthia and Brenna Gleich continued with the gift exchange in Yakima, Washington on 24-December-2011.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
Hosts Mike and Connie Gleich enjoyed the gift exchange during Gleich Christmas in Yakima on 24-December-2011.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
Geno and Cari Stalter awaited their turn during the gift exchange during Gleich Christmas in Yakima on 24-December-2011.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
All the visitors to Yakima: Chuck, Lance, Pat, and Kathy Gleich, Meri and Arne Carson, and Cari and Geno Stalter.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
The McGradies gathered for Christmas dinner in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Terri and Elizabeth Young, Kathy Gleich, Mayna Young, and Marv Nelson enjoyed dinner in Bellevue on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Melissa and Pat Daughtery, and Tami McGrady partook in Christmas dinner in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Gunnar and Lars Stenseth and Chuck Gleich were exiled to another room during Christmas dinner on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
The Christmas tree was surrounded with gifts prior to the gift exchange in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
The gift exchange packages formed an inviting presence at McGrady Christmas in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Mayna Young watched Marv Nelson open a gift exchange present at McGrady Christmas in Bellevue on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Mayna Young opened a gift exchange present at McGrady Christmas in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Patrick McGrady opened an appropriate present during the gift exchange in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Kyle Young and his girlfriend Sara, and Elizabeth and Teri Young enjoyed a gift exchange present on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Kyle Young and his girlfriend Sara awaited their turn during the gift exchange in Bellevue on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Tami McGrady opened a gift exchange present during McGrady Christmas in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Melissa and Pat Daugherty inspected a gift exchange present during McGrady Christmas on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Pat Daugherty dug in to a gift exchange present during McGrady Christmas in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
The family was spread out all over the room during the McGrady Christmas in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Siblings Patrick McGrady and Mayna Young hugged during the McGrady Christmas in Bellevue on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Chuck Gleich held up a Huskies shirt during McGrady Christmas in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Gunnar and Lars Stenseth posed in front of the Christmas tree during McGrady Christmas on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Cousins Tami McGrady and Lance Gleich posed in front of the Christmas Tree in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Siblings Patrick McGrady and Kathy Gleich stood in front of the Christmas tree in Bellevue on 25-December-2011.

Bellevue - Christmas
Jackson Kvam unwrapped his presents in Bellevue, Washington on 26-December-2011.

Bellevue - Christmas
Bennett Kvam also unwrapped his presents while sitting in Bellevue, Washington on 26-December-2011.

Bellevue - Christmas
Bennett Kvam proudly held up his present of two books in Bellevue, Washington on 26-December-2011.

Seattle - Museum of Flight
Jackson and Bennett Kvam enjoyed the helicopter simulator at the Museum of Flight on 26-December-2011.

Seattle - Museum of Flight
Jackson Kvam tried out a flight simulator at the Museum of Flight in Seattle, Washington on 26-December-2011.

Kirkland - Christmas
Michele Kvam helped her son Jackson play the keyboard at their home in Kirkland, Washington on 30-December-2011.

Kirkland - Christmas
Younger brother Bennett Kvam also tried his hand at the keyboard in his home in Kirkland, Washington on 30-December-2011.

Kirkland - Christmas
Michele Kvam showed off the painting of her dog Dale at her home in Kirkland, Washington on 30-December-2011.

Kirkland - Christmas
Bruce and Michele Kvam posed at their home in Kirkland, Washington on 30-Decembr-2011.

Bellevue - Christmas
Jamie Svenson showed off his apartment in Bellevue, Washington on 27-December-2011.

Bellevue - Christmas
Jamie Svenson posed in his apartment in Bellevue, Washington on 27-December-2011.

Aerial - Cascades
The Cascades mountains were viewed from an aircraft leaving Seattle, Washington on 31-December-2011.

Aerial - Mount Rainier
Mount Rainier had a fresh layer of snow as viewed from a passing airplane on 31-December-2011.

Aerial - Mount Rainer
The sun back-lit Mount Rainer and its 14,410-foot peak as viewed from an aircraft on 31-December-2011.

Aerial - Arizona Mountain
There are snow-capped mountains in Arizona as well, witness this ridge in central Arizona on 31-December-2011.

Chandler - New Year
Red personal fireworks were part of a display put on by a group of friends in Chandler, Arizona on 31-December-2011.

Chandler - New Year
White ground-based fireworks were a part of the New Year's Eve display in a backyard in Chandler on 31-December-2011.

Chandler - New Year
Multi-colored fireworks shot toward the sky from a backyard in Chandler, Arizona on 31-December-2011.

Chandler - New Year
Personal fireworks could be quite impressive, as shown by this display in Chandler, Arizona on 31-December-2011.

Chandler - New Year
Following a long-standing tradition, children handled sparklers in Chandler, Arizona on 31-December-2011.

Chandler - New Year
More fireworks were lighted in a sandy portion of a backyard in Chandler, Arizona on 31-December-2011.

Chandler - New Year
The finale of the New Year's Eve fireworks in a backyard in Chandler, Arizona were noted on 31-December-2011.

Tempe - Geese
A family of geese swam gracefully in a municipal pond in Tempe, Arizona on 1-January-2012.

Tempe - Fishing
Brett Carson cast a fishing line into a municipal pond in Tempe, Arizona on 1-January-2012.

Tempe - Fishing
Trying once again, Brett Carson cast his fishing line into a municipal pond in Tempe, Arizona on 1-January-2012.

Tempe - Baxter
Baxter the cat took up a sphinx-like pose at his home in Tempe, Arizona on 31-December-2011.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
Brett and Marina Carson prepared for a hike up Hayden Butte in Tempe, Arizona on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
Bruce, Brett, and Marina Carson gathered on the sign at the base of Hayden Butte in Tempe, Arizona on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
This plaque about Leonard Monti was found along the trail that goes up Hayden Butte in Tempe, Arizona on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
A wide variety of native cacti were found on the slope of Hayden Butte in Tempe, Arizona on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
The "A" for Arizona State was noted on the side of Hayden Butte in Tempe, Arizona on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
Marina and Brett Carson posed on the "A" on Hayden Butte in Tempe, Arizona on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
The history of the "A" on the side of Hayden Butte was explained on this plaque on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
The view to the northeast from Hayden Butte included the Salt River in Tempe, Arizona on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
Julie Malloy and Bruce Carson posed on Hayden Butte with the Salt River in the background on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
Julie Malloy and Bruce Carson stood near the peak of Hayden Butte in Tempe, Arizona on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
A field of solar panels was noted to the east of Hayden Butte in Tempe, Arizona on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
The bulk of the town of Tempe, Arizona was visible to the southwest from Hayden Butte on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
To the west, the skyline of Phoenix and the airport were visible from Hayden Butte on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
Marina and Brett Carson stood at the summit of Hayden Butte in Tempe, Arizona on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
Bruce, Brett, Julie, and Marina sat on top of Hayden Butte in Tempe, Arizona on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
The University Drive light rail station could be seen from Hayden Butte in Tempe, Arizona on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
One of the light rail trains wearing a Coors Light wrap was noted from Hayden Butten in Tempe, Arizona on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
More of the various cacti on Hayden Butte in Tempe, Arizona were noted from the trail on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Hayden Butte
The view to the northwest from Hayden Butte included the Tempe Center for the Arts on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Center for the Arts
Tempe's Center for the Arts, opened in 2007, was noted from the banks of the Salt River on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Town Lake
The West Dam that holds back Tempe Town Lake was covered by a pedestrian bridge as seen on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Town Lake
Tempe Town Lake, six meters deep at its peak, was viewed from the pedestrian bridge on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Town Lake
A light rail train crossed the Tempe Town Lake bridge next to the traditional railroad bridge on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Town Lake
The Town Lake Pedestrian Bridge in Tempe, Arizona had opened in October 2011 and was observed on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Town Lake
The Town Lake Pedestrian Bridge crossed the Salt River over the West Dam in Tempe, Arizona on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Salt River
West of the dam, the Salt River was essentially dry as noted from the pedestrian bridge in Tempe on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Salt River
A Great Blue Heron was noted in the wet portion of the Salt River beneath the West Dam on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Salt River
Black-Necked Stilts rested beneath the West Dam of the Salt River in Tempe, Arizona on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Salt River
A Great Egret enjoyed the atmosphere of the Salt River beneath the West Dam in Tempe, Arizona on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Town Lake
The Town Lake Pedestrian Bridge presented its graceful structure looking to the north in Tempe on 2-January-2012.

Tempe - Lighted Balloons
Lighted balloons were noted looking like UFO's heading into the night sky above Tempe, Arizona on 1-January-2012.

Tempe - Lighted Balloons
A closer look at the lighted balloons taking to the sky above Tempe, Arizona were noted on 1-January-2012.
Toronto's Santa Claus Parade 2011

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Zayd Datoo and Matthias Oschinski awaited the start of the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Toronto Mayor Rob Ford walked past the crowds in advance of the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
A walking mailbox collected letters to Santa Claus to open the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Canada Post appeared to have its own Santa Claus walking in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Celebrity Clowns made their way down Queens Park Crescent in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The mounted guard of the Toronto Police Services participated in the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Toronto Police Services Pipe Band was a perennial entrant in the Santa Claus Parade as seen on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Toronto Police Services colour guard marched in the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
"Blinky" appeared to be pretty sad when towed in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Toronto Police Services 1957 Chevrolet drove in the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
More flags come down Queen's Park Crescent in Toronto during the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Ronald McDonald started the commercial portion of the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The McDonald's character Grimace walked in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
McDonald's sponsored a goose float, opening the series of floats in the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Wolves and cows made their way down Queen's Park Crescent during the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Hasbro sponsored the dump truck float in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Monkeys carried bananas in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Sunflowers made their way down Queen's Park Crescent during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Lowe's float featured a variety of birds in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Collingwood Band was preceded by this set of flags during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Collingwood Band marched down Queen's Park Crescent during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Lego float made its super-scaled way down the route of the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
A firefighter was amongst the Lego characters on their sponsored float in the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Firefighters and axes followed the Lego float down Queen's Park Crescent in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Smurfs were on a float in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Upside-down monkeys made their way down Queen's Park Crescent during the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Looney Tunes were featured on a float in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Bugs Bunny appeared to be surfing in front of the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The De La Salle College Oaklands participated in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Barbie led a charm school float during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Ridley College from St. Catharines traveled to Toronto, Ontario for the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The tiger mascot from Ridley College walked the Santa Claus Parade route in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Ridley College band performed past the Royal Ontario Museum during the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Yorkdale Mall contributed this float to the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The St. Michael's College drum line marched in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Muppets had a new float in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The University of Toronto Engineering Band always added character to the Santa Claus Parade, as on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The University of Toronto Engineering Band had a variety of interesting hats on display on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Swarovsky sponsored a float with what else--swans--in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
A set of walruses walked in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Royal Ontario Museum sponsored a variety of dinosaurs in the Santa Claus Parade seen on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The dinosaurs passed in front of their sponsor, the Royal Ontario Museum, in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
A stegosaurus and a mammoth were among the creatures in the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
An upright dinosaur made its way down Queen's Park Crescent in the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
St. Joseph Scollard High School from North Bay, Ontario traveled to the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Astronauts marched down Queen's Park Crescent during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
A Play Station float was noted during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Philippine Heritage Band was preceded by flags during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Philippine Heritage Band performed during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Nestle Turtle Man took a prominent pose during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Nestle Turtles float added a new note to the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Malvern Band was a perennial entrant into the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, as on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Scotiabank sponsored this hockey float in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
A group of penguins marched in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Happy Feet Two movie sponsored a float with what else--penguins--in the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The M.M. Robinson High School Band from Burlington, Ontario participated in the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The M.M. Robinson High School Band had drums like peppermint swirls in the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Coca-Cola sponsored the polar bear float in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The polar bears passed the Royal Ontario Museum during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Toronto Star sponsored a float evoking the speed of its newspaper delivery in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Senhor Santo Cristo Band of Toronto was a fixture in the Santa Claus Parade as on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Senhor Santo Cristo Band performed in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Tim Horton's sponsored a gingerbread float in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Kijiji K-car drove down Queen's Park Crescent during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Kijiji also sponsored a float in Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario noted on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Sears bear took a ride in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Sears float featured a canoe in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The North Toronto College Band performed in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Redpath Sugar sponsored a baking float in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The E.L. Crossley Marching Band from Fonthill, Ontario marched in the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Radio station CHFI sponsored a float featuring a live choir in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
A classic Royal Canadian Mounted Police vehicle drove in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Toys for the North charity had this small float in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Baturyn Ukrainian Youth Association participated in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Eaton Centre sponsored this float in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The McMaster University Marching Band performed on Queen's Park Crescent in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Kraft Foods float featured holiday foods in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Kelley's Heroes from Caledonia, Ontario performed in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Metro grocery store chain contributed this float to the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Salvation Army Band marched down Queen's Park Crescent in Toronto during the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Toys'R'Us sponsored this train float in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario noted on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Attica, New York Senior High School Band had traveled to Toronto, Ontario for the parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Debbie Travis herself rode in the the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Canadian Tire sponsored this very northern-themed float in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Burlington Teen Tour Band was preceded by this set of flats during the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Burlington Teen Tour Band performed in front of the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
A clown drove a tractor in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario as observed on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Walking Christmas trees made their way down Queen's Park Crescent in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police took their traditional pose during the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Unmounted RCMP officers also marched in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The moment everyone had been waiting for--Santa Claus came into sight during the parade in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
The Santa Claus float was surrounded by crowds at the conclusion of the Santa Claus Parade on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Santa Claus himself spoke to the crowds lining the streets of Toronto, Ontario to open the season on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
Santa Claus passed the Royal Ontario Museum during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 20-November-2011.

Toronto - Santa Claus Parade
A Canadian Tire truck brought up the rear of the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 20-November-2011.
Autumn in Toronto, 2011

Toronto - Humber Plaques
Heritage Toronto Executive Director Karen Carter introduced the dedication of Humber River plaques on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
Gary Wilkinson spoke about the long process of preserving the history of the Humber River on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
Local city councillor Sarah Doucette spoke at the dedication of Humber River plaques on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
The "Strong Woman" song was performed by native groups at the Humber River plaque unveiling on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
A large crowd of heritage enthusiasts was gathered for the Humber River plaque dedication on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
Rolande Smith of La Société d¿histoire de Toronto spoke at the Humber River plaque dedication on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
Garry Sault of the Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation performed at dedication on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
Carolyn Wilson of the Mississaugas of the New Credit spoke at the dedication of the plaques on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
The crowd gathered closely for words from the Huron-Wendat First Nations during the plaque dedication on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
Garry Sault again performed during the dedication of the Humber River plaques on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
Paul General of the Six Nations spoke before the plaque unveiling in Toronto, Ontario on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
The dignitaries prepared to unveil the first of three sets of Humber River plaques in Toronto on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
The first set of plaque replicas, highlighting the Mississaugas of the New Credit, were unveiled on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
The first set of plaques were visible to the public during the ceremonies along the Humber River on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
The plaques on the Mississaugas of the New Credit sat in front of the Humber River in Toronto on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
The second set of plaques were prepared to be revealed during the ceremonies in Toronto, Ontario on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
The process of unveiling the second set of plaques on the Huron-Wendat First Nations took place on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
The second set of Shared Path plaques were unveiled along the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
The plaque replicas on the Huron-Wendat First Nations had been unveiled at the ceremony in Toronto on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
The final set of plaques on the Six Nations of the Grand River were unveiled at the ceremony in Toronto on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
The third set of plaques for the Shared Path was unveiled along the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
The plaques on the Six Nations of the Grand River were almost unveiled at the ceremony in Toronto on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Humber Plaques
The unveiling of the Heritage Toronto plaques on the Shared Path was complete along the Humber River on 22-October-2011.

Toronto - Jane Street Murals
A new mural on Teieiagon was noted along Jane Street in Toronto, Ontario on 23-October-2011.

Toronto - Jane Street Murals
A new mural depicting the Humber River and herons was noted along Jane Street in Toronto, Ontario on 23-October-2011.

Toronto - Maybe Moving
A more honest sign about a store closing than most was found along Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario on 23-October-2011.

Toronto - High Park
A hillside pond was noted in High Park in Toronto, Ontario on a mild autumn day, 23-October-2011.

Toronto - High Park
A carved tree was noted in the middle of High Park in Toronto, Ontario on 23-October-2011.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
A crowd gathered around the Veteran's Memorial in Queen's Park for the Remembrance Day ceremonies on 11-November-2011.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
The parliament buildings at Queen's Park shone in the sun during the Remembrance Day ceremony on 11-November-2011.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
The band played throughout much of the Remembrance Day ceremony at Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario on 11-November-2011.

Toronto - Aquarium Site
The future Toronto Aquarium site was beginning to take shape by the morning of 12-November-2011.

Toronto - Helicopter Lift
A helicopter lifted a piece of major machinery onto a downtown Toronto skyscraper on 12-November-2011.

Toronto - Public Art
This art graced the streetcar station at Spadina and Front in Toronto, Ontario on 12-November-2011.
Fall Colors Tour in Michigan, 1-October-2011

Excursion - Train
The Steam Railroading Institute Fall Color tour was staged for boarding in Ithaca, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train Interior
The final car was the "Algonquin Park" observation car, whose round-ended interior was noted on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train Interior
Another view of the interior of the rear of the former Canadian Pacific "Algonquin Park" was captured on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train Interior
The dome section of the "Algonquin Park" was observed during a rare empty moment on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train Interior
A look toward the rear of the dome section of the "Algonquin Park" was attained on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train Interior
The rear of the "Algonquin Park" was observed from the steps to the dome car as observed on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train Interior
The mural lounge of the "Algonquin Park" retained much of its original appearance on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train Interior
The bar section of the "Algonquin Park" also featured significant decorations as noted on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train Interior
This bedroom in the "Algonquin Park" was in the night sleeping configuration as noted on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train Interior
The daytime configuration of the bedrooms in the "Algonquin Park" was represented by this room on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train Interior
The "Beaver Valley" dining car was also part of the first-class section of the Fall Colors Excursion on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
The train began its journey by pulling out of Woodland Park in Ithaca, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
A Go-kart paced the train in a field just outside of Ithaca, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
Steam from the locomotive drifted by as the train passed Taylor Road north of Ithaca, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
A cow was noted in a typical field seen from the Fall Color Tour train north of Ithaca, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
A typical farm was observed from the train as it continued north of Ithaca, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Deer
A deer was noted leaping in a field as the train continued north of Ithaca, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Deer
The deer appeared to be ignoring the steam train as it passed a field north of Ithaca, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Photographer
A rare female photographer checked her photos of the train at Herrick Road south of Clare, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
Recreational ballfields were visible from the tracks in Clare, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Tobacco River
The Tobacco River was seen as the Fall Colors Excursion passed on its trip through Central Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Schoomaker Lake
Significant autumn colors started to appear as the train passed Schoomaker Lake in central Michigan on 1-Ocober-2011.

Excursion - Schoomaker Lake
The center of Shoomaker Lake featured some reflected fall colors as seen from the train on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Schoomaker Lake
Schoomaker Lake extended for some distance along the tracks during the journey on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
More fall colors were found near Lake George, Michigan as the train continued northbound on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
The trees were clearly changing colors north of Lake George, Michigan as seen from the train on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
The steam locomotive was putting up a fair amount of smoke observed from the dome car on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
The tracks of the Great Lakes Central (once Ann Arbor) disappeared behind the Fall Colors Tour on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
A windmill was noted as the train passed through McBain, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
The scenery had changed to slightly more rolling hills near McBain, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
More farms were found along the tracks north of McBain, Michigan as photographed on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
More fall coors started to come in to sight as the train continued north of McBain, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Lake Cadllac
The shores of Lake Cadillac were observed in Cadillac, Michigan after the train's arrival on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Lake Cadillac
A view across Lake Cadillac was attained from the main par of the town in Cadillac, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Cadillac Freight House
This brick structure served as the local base of operations for the Great Lakes Central in Cadillac on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train
A crowd gathered around the excursion train after its arrival at Cadillac, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train
Former Nickel Plate Road 2-8-4 #765 rested after its journey to Cadillac, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train
The Fall Colors Tour excursion came up to Bond Street in Cadillac, Michigan to wye the locomotive on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train
The chilly temperatures were belied by the steam coming from Berkshire #765 at Cadillac, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train
The excursion train crossed Bond Street in Cadillac, Michigan as part of its wye move on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train
The former Canadian Pacific "Algonquin Park" carried the markers of the train at Cadillac, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Locomotive
Fort Wayne Railway Historical Society's 2-8-4 #765 rounded the wye in Cadillac, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Locomotive
The drivers of former Nickel Plate Road #765 slowly traversed the sharp curve of the wye in Cadillac on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Locomotive
The crew from the Fort Wayne Historical Society was enjoying itself in Cadillac, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train
A crowd of photographers observed the locomotive backing to its train in Cadillac, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Locomotive
Former Nickel Plate Road #765 slowly backed to its train waiting on the mainline in Cadillac, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Locomotive
2011 looked more like 1951 for a brief moment as 2-8-4 #765 backed in Cadillac, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Locomotive
The crew from the Fort Wayne Historical Society serviced locomotive #765 in Cadillac, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Locomotive
As a precaution Great Lakes Central GP38-2 #398 took over the train for the return trip from Cadillac on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Locomotive
Great Lakes Central GP38-2 #398 led its train to the station in Cadillac, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Cadillac Station
The station in Cadillac, Michigan was observed from the "Algonquin Park" dome section on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
A group of large windmills was noted north of McBain, Michigan as the train headed south on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
More autumn colors came into view near Marion, Michigan as viewed from the dome car on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
More fall colors were noted as the train approached Marion, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
A hunting shelter lined the tracks near Marion, Michigan as seen from the train on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
A pond stood not far from the Great Lakes Central tracks near Marion, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
A classic barn could be seen from the train north of Mount Pleasant, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
The Chippewa River ran through Mount Pleasant, Michigan as seen from the Fall Colors Tour excursion on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
The tracks crossed over the Chippewa River in Mount Pleasant, Michigan as observed on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Central Michigan University
The Central Michigan University campus came into sight in Mount Pleasant, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Central Michigan University
The Broomfield Street crossing in the Central Michigan University campus was noted in Mount Pleasant on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Central Michigan University
The Rose Center on the Central Michigan University campus was seen in Mount Pleasant, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Central Michigan University
Kelly Stadium at Central Michigan University in Mount Pleasant, Michigan was observed on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
A view forward past the locomotive was taken from the dome car near Shepherd, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
The farming fields again came to dominate the scenery near Shepherd, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
The Mid-Michigan Railway Engine House was noted in Alma, Michigan as the excursion train passed on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
A near engineer's view was attained from the dome car as the train traversed Alma, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Scenery
The shadows were growing long as the train passed the fields south of Alma, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train
The "Algonquin Park"'s stainless steel sides shone in the setting sun in Ithaca, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train
The name plate of the "Algonquin Park" reflected the setting sun in Ithaca, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train
Great Lakes Central diesel #398 posted in the setting sun in Ithaca, Michigan on 1-October-2011.

Excursion - Train
The diesel locomotive pulled the train forward to its final spot in Ithaca, Michigan on 1-October-2011.
Summer in Toronto, 2011

Toronto - Humber Bay
The Toronto skyline was clearly visible when observed from the mouth of the Humber River on 25-July-2011.

Toronto - Humber Bay
Swans provided the foreground and the CN Tower provided the background at the mouth of the Humber River on 25-July-2011.

Toronto - Humber Bay
A pair of swans made their way along the shoreline at the mouth of the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 25-July-2011.

Toronto - Humber River Bridge
Bruce Millman prepared to do more Nordic walking at the Humber River Bridge in Toronto, Ontario on 25-July-2011.

Toronto - Humber River
New interpretative signs had been placed all along the Humber River as noted on 25-July-2011.

Toronto - Humber River
One of the new signs explaining the marsh area of the Humber River was noted on 25-July-2011.

Toronto - Dragonfly
A Twelve-Spotted Skimmer Dragonfly landed on a log along the shores of the Humber River on 25-July-2011.

Toronto - Humber River
Another Great White Egret rested in a tree along the Humber River just north of the marsh area on 25-July-2011.

Toronto - Humber River
A Great White Egret was standing in the middle of the Humber River as noted from Bloor Street on 26-July-2011.

Toronto - Humber River
The Great White Egret lunged for a fish in the Humber River just north of the Bloor Street Bridge on 26-July-2011.

Toronto - Humber River
A Great White Egret stepped across the Humber River north of the Dundas Street bridge on 31-August-2011.

Toronto - Humber River
A Great White Egret made its way across the Humber River near the Dundas Street bridge on 31-August-2011.

Toronto - Humber River
Ducks scurried out of the way of the Great White Egret in the Humber River north of Dundas Street on 31-August-2011.

Toronto - Humber River
Another Great White Egret was on a fishing expedition in the Humber River north of Dundas Street on 18-August-2011.

Toronto - Humber River
The Great White Egret walked to a better location along the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 18-August-2011.

Toronto - Humber River
The Great White Egret lunged for a fish in the Humber River north of Dundas Street in Toronto on 18-August-2011.

Toronto - Humber Wildlife
A mother and a single duckling swam in the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 5-July-2011.

Toronto - Humber Wildlife
A more mature duck family swam in the Humber River north of Dundas Street in Toronto, Ontario on 31-August-2011.

Toronto - Deer
A deer came down to the banks of the Humber River north of Dundas Street near dusk on 29-July-2011.

Toronto - Deer
The deer looked carefully around before proceeding with its planned activities along the Humber on 29-July-2011.

Toronto - Deer
A deer walked along the eastern bank of the Humber River as temperatures cooled from a hot 29-July-2011.

Toronto - Deer
A deer partook in some of the foliage found along the banks of the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 29-July-2011.

Toronto - Deer
The deer struck a pose reflected in the Humber River in between eating in Toronto, Ontario on 29-July-2011.

Toronto - Deer
The deer briefly put its head down, leading to an interesting expression along the Humber River on 29-July-2011.

Toronto - Deer
The deer resumed eating along the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 29-July-2011.

Toronto - Deer
The deer decided to take a drink of the Humber River water north of Dundas Street in Toronto, Ontario on 29-July-2011.

Toronto - Humber Wildlife
A great blue heron rested in a tree along the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 5-July-2011.

Toronto - Humber Wildlife
A great blue heron flew with its neck retracted (an uncommon position) at dusk on 2-September-2011 in Toronto, Ontario.

Toronto - Humber Wildlife
A fish fry school paused near the shore of the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 19-July-2011.

Toronto - Humber River
An interesting cloud reflected in the Humber River near the Lambton Woods in Toronto, Ontario on 19-July-2011.

Toronto - Trains over the Humber
Canadian Pacific's T15 "Obico" Local crossed the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 5-July-2011 behind a pair of GP9u's.

Toronto - Trains over the Humber
Canadian Pacific eXpressway train #132 crossed the Humber River in Toronto behind a trio of SD40-2's on 5-July-2011.

Toronto - Monarch Butterfly
A Monarch butterfly on its traditional migration paused at Lambton Park in Toronto, Ontario on 21-August-2011.

Toronto - Wild Parsnip Sign
Signs like this one warning of the presence of wild parsnip were noted along the Humber River on 2-September-2011.

Toronto - Boss of Jane Street
A familiar sight along Jane Street near Lessard was this cat enjoying the window sill as observed on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Donut Burger
Apparently the Canadian National Exhibition inspired this offering at Smokey's Grilled Subs in Toronto on 21-August-2011.

Toronto - Jane and Woolner Mural
This mural had been painted at Jane and Woolner Streets in Toronto, Ontario in 2009, seen on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - West Humber River
The West Humber River was observed from Albion Road in Toronto, Ontario not far from its confluence on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - West Humber River
A look up the West Humber River from Albion Road in Toronto, Ontario was taken on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Rocket Subway
The interior of the new "Toronto Rocket" subway train was noted on the Spadina Line on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - Rocket Subway
Weeks after entering service, the interior of the "Toronto Rocket" subway was noted on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - Sherbourne Common
Sherbourne Common's northern section had been completed in late 2010 and observed on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Sherbourne Common
The fountains of Sherbourne Common formed a nice scene not far form the waterfront on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Sherbourne Common
One of the fountain structures at the Sherbourne Common in Toronto, Ontario was observed on a sunny 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Roundhouse Park
A view of Roundhouse Park showed the dominance of the Railway Children Theatre tent on 3-July-2011.

Toronto - Aquarium
The future site of Toronto's Aquarium was starting to be cleared near the CN Tower on 24-July-2011.

Toronto - Aquarium
Another view of the future Toronto Aquarium site was taken from the Convention Centre on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - CN Tower
The CN Tower reflected on a condo building along Bremner Boulevard in Toronto, ONtario on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Chinatown Corona Ad
In multicultural Toronto, Ontario, an ad for Mexican beer Corona could be found in Chinatown on 8-July-2011.

Toronto - Accidental Crossroads
A fading Accidental Crossroads illustration from The Toronto Fringe was noted at Trinity-Bellwoods Park on 28-July-2011.

Toronto - Animal Services Billboard
A very clever animal services ad was found on a bus stop in the Junction neighbourhood of Toronto on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Billboard Change
A billboard change was underway above Jane Street in Toronto, Ontario near Ardagh on 29-August-2011.

Toronto - Billboard Change
Three minutes later, the billboard change was completely done, as noted above Jane Street on 29-August-2011.

Toronto - City Hall
Construction was noted on Toronto's City Hall building from Nathan Phillips Square on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Taste of Thailand
The Taste of Thailand festival took place on Toronto's Nathan Philips Square on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Taste of Thailand
These statuettes guarded the entrance to the Taste of Thailand festival in Toronto, Ontario on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Taste of Thailand
These carved fruits were a perennial entry into the Taste of Thailand festival observed on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Taste of Thailand
A boxing demonstration was noted on the stage of the Taste of Thailand festival in Toronto on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Taste of Thailand
The "Giant" and the "Princess," actual names Jason and Steph, battled at the Taste of Thailand on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Taste of Thailand
The "Giant" and the "Princess" demonstrated the Muay Thai martial art at the Taste of Thailand on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Taste of Thailand
The "Dancers of Old Siam" took the stage to demonstrate Thai dancing during the festival in Toronto on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Taste of Thailand
The "Dancers of Old Siam" lifted a variety of urns during the Taste of Thailand festival on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Taste of Thailand
The "Dancers of Old Siam" included flower petals in their performance in Toronto, Ontario on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Taste of Thailand
The "Angels of Old Siam" and their elaborate costumes took to the stage during the Taste of Thailand on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Taste of Thailand
The "Angels of Old Siam" performed during the Taste of Thailand festival in Toronto, Ontario on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Taste of Thailand
A warrior waved the Thai flag on the stage during the Taste of Thailand festival on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Taste of Thailand
A "Warrior of Old Siam" demonstrated traditional techniques during the Taste of Thailand festival on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Taste of Thailand
The "Dancers of Old Siam" returned to the stage during the Taste of Thailand festival in Toronto on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Taste of Thailand
The "Angels of Old Siam" formed a circle during their performance at the Taste of Thailand on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Taste of Thailand
The "Dancers of Old Siam" held a final pose during their performance in Toronto, Ontario on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Taste of Thailand
The well-choreographed performance of the "Dancers of Old Siam" ended in Toronto, Ontario on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The sign on Lower Simcoe warning of street closures still said "Caribana" not "Caribbean Festival" on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The "Mas in Atlantis" section of the Caribbean Festival Parade included this fish king on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
An orange-colored queen came down Lake Shore Boulevard during the Caribbean Festival Parade on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
An octopus and jellyfish were amongst the nautical creatures in this Mas in Atlantis costume noted on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
A dolphin-themed king contributed to the Mas in Atlantis section of the Caribbean Festival Parade seen on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The dolphin-themed king made his way west on the parade route of the Caribbean Festival in Toronto on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
Another octopus was part of another king costume in the Caribbean Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The octopus-decorated king turned around in front of the crowds along the Caribbean Festival Parade on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The CN Tower provided a backdrop as a blue and purple king moved in the Caribbean Festival Parade on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The blue and purple king turned around for the crowd, a tradition in the Caribbean Festival Parade on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The St. Jamestown Youth Centre Steel Orchestra was one of the many bands in the Caribbean Festival Parade on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
Salah's Steelpan Academy was another of the live bands performing in the Caribbean Festival Parade on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
This float consisted almost completely of speakers, an extreme of the Carribean Festival stereotype on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The Arts and Crafts Building provided the backdrop for a golden queen performing in the Caribbean Festival on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The CN Tower looked on as the golden queen made her way along the Caribbean Festival Parade route on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The "Home Is Where We Belong" float provided volume for slow-moving party along Lake Shore Boulevard on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
A large number of dancers were moving on the "Home Is Where We Belong" float in Toronto, Ontario on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
A shiny silver king made his way down the Caribbean Festival parade route in Toronto, Ontario on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
Island Soda was one of the many regionally-appropriate sponsors in the Caribbean Festival Parade on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The CN Tower loomed in the distance as a rather non-sequined queen made her way in the parade on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The very wiry queen made her way along the Caribbean Festival Parade route in Toronto, Ontario on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The "Feel De Vibes" float definitely induced feeling for music as it traversed the Caribbean Festival on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The speakers were secured to the "Feel De Vibes" float in interesting ways in Toronto, Ontario on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
A typical DJ led the festivities around his truck in the Caribbean Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
A gold-faced king passed the Arts and Crafts Building, now Medieval Times, in Toronto, Ontario on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
A close spacing of kings, including the gold-faced king, made their way along the Caribbean Festival on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
A float sponsored by Paradise Travel made its way along the Caribbean Festival Parade route in Toronto on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The CN Tower loomed in the distance as a red and gold queen moved in the Caribbean Festival Parade on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The red and gold king was surrounded by his compatriots in the Caribbean Festival Parade in Toronto on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The object in the center of the globe in the front king was observed during the Caribbean Festival Parade on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
An amusing aspect of the parade was watching the large costumes clear the Jameson Avenue pedestrian bridge on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
A blue king was nicely decorated with a human likeness during the Caribbean Festival Parade on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The CN Tower watched as a goose-themed queen participated in the Caribbean Festival Parade on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The goose queen became caught up in a traffic jam in the Caribbean Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
A very spiky king walked his way along Lake Shore Boulevard during the Caribbean Festival Parade on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The spiky king moved with the crowd during the Caribbean Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The Rockwear-sponsored float kept the party going along Lakeshore Boulevard West in Toronto, Ontario on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
This flag was Trinidad and Tobago on one side, Canada on the other, perfect for the Caribbean Festival on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
A gorilla queen attracted attention during the Caribbean Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The CN Tower looked on as a gorilla queen moved in the Caribbean Festival Parade in Toronto on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
A gorilla queen approached the Jameson pedestrian bridge during the Caribbean Festival Parade on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
A blue and silver queen was noted with the CN Tower in the distance during the Caribbean Festival Parade on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
A DJ stood on the very top of a float during the Caribbean Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
The DJ ducked as his float passed under the Jameson Avenue pedestrian bridge in Toronto, Ontario on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Caribbean Festival
Toronto's lone windmill watched as the Caribbean Festival Parade traveled on Lake Shore Boulevard West on 30-July-2011.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Blue stars helped open the Canada Day fireworks at Canada Place, the Festival of Fire, on 1-July-2011.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Multi-colored rings exploded over Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire at Canada Place on 1-July-2011.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
White clusters exploded during the Festival of Fire at Canada Place in Toronto on Canada Day, 1-July-2011.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A half-red and half-blue ball was included during the Festival of Fire display at Toronto's Canada Place on 1-July-2011.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Red balls exploded above Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire display on Canada Day, 1-July-2011.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
White clusters exploded during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on Canada Day, 1-July-2011.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A pair of blue fireworks lit up the sky above Toronto, Ontario during the Festival of Fire display on 1-July-2011.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Red fireworks helped celebrate Canada Day during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2011.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A purple ball exploded during the Festival of Fire at Toronto's Canada Place on 1-July-2011.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
These ringed fireworks were the most unique visual element of the Festival of Fire held in Toronto on 1-July-2011.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A white cluster was at the center of multiple-fireworks scene during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 1-July-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Toronto Ukrainian Festival Parade began on Bloor Street in Bloor West Village in Toronto on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Performer Luba Goy served as a Grand Marshall of the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Veterans walked in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Multiple flags were a reality at Canadian events including the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian flag preceded the first band in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Abahrapa Marching Band performed on Bloor Street in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Barvinok Ukranian Dancers performed their way down the Ukrainian Festival Parade route on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Founding Business Improvement District president Alex Ling rode in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian Credit Union took its normal prominent place in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The familiar cat mascot of the Ukrainian Credit Union rode down Bloor Street in the parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian Canadian Congress had a presence in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian National Federation of Canada marched in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The multi-ethnic nature of Toronto was captured by Shotokan Karate academy in the Ukrainian parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
A tribute to Ukrainian immigration was not of the more interesting floats in the parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The clearly nautical theme of the immigration float was in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Karpaty Soccer Club marched in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Miss Canada International Anna Dell was in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Canadian Lemkos Association performed Ukrainian music as the parade worked down Bloor Street on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Canadian Lemkos Association performance included accordions as noted in Toronto on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Buduchnist Credit Union always had a presence in the Ukrainian Festival Parade, as on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Verkhovyna Song and Dance Emsemble came all the way from Edmonton to Toronto for the parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The famous Buduchnist Fox was noted in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian Academy of Dance participated in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Sonecko Daycare brought a family feel to the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Suzirya Dance Theatre from Calgary came to the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Aerosvit, the Ukrainian airline, had a contingent in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
St. Volodymyr Ukrainian School participated in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The St. Josaphat Catholic School was celebrating 50 years of existence during the parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Original Car Wash entered this classic Plymouth in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Conservative candidate Simon Nyilassy received a ride from Norm Betts in the Ukrainian Festival on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Baturyn Band marched down Bloor Street during the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The drums of the Baturyn Band were an aural highlight of the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Boy Scouts carried an Ukrainian flag during the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The traditional Korinya group attracted attention during the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The St. Sofia Byzantine Catholic School had a contingent in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian National Federation marched along Bloor Street in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Desna Ukrainian Dance Company contributed music to the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Canadian Diabetes Association had a sizable group walking in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Yavin School of Ukrainian Dance was present in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Another visitor to the Ukrainian Festival Parade was the singer Lyra of Winnipeg on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Ronald McDonald was one of the more commercial figures participating in the Ukrainian Festival on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Plast Youth Organization had an enormous group participating in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
NDP politicians Cheri DiNovo and Peggy Nash were noted in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
MPP Cheri DiNovo, MP Peggy Nash, and city councillor Sarah Doucette were in the parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
A child looked vaguely uncomfortable performing during the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
A juggler performed during the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Perpetual candidate Borys Wrzesnewskyj had support including Gerard Kennedy as noted on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Berkut outdoors club was a constant presence in the Ukrainian Festival Parade as on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Progressive Conservatives were running a candidate named Kirk Russell as noted on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
Crowds dominated Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario during the Ukrainian Festival on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
A variety of rides were set up on Bloor Street during the Ukrainian Festival as noted on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
Music and dance performances took place all day at the main stage of the Ukrainian Festival on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
The stage at the Ukrainian Festival featured a big screen to ease viewing on 18-September-2011.
Tributes to Jack Layton, August 2011

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
A look at Nathan Phillips Square revealed quite a few chalk marks all around the public space on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
A huge cloth was available for signing with messages commemorating Jack Layton in Toronto on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
The chalk messages to Jack Layton extended all the way to the city council chambers in Toronto as seen on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
The chalk messages to Jack Layton continued all the way up the ramps to Toronto's City Hall observed on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
The shrine to Jack Layton was located in a corner of Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto, Ontario on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
The shrine to Jack Layton had grown quite large by the time of his funeral in Toronto on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
A portion of the tribute to former opposition leader Jack Layton was dominated by orange on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
The shrine to former New Democratic Party leader Jack Layton still grew six days after his death, seen 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
A woman added her message to the chalked tributes to Jack Layton in Toronto, Ontario on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
The chalk messages to Jack Layton extended all the way down the ramp at Nathan Phillips Square on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
The surface of the ramp was also covered with messages commemorating Jack Layton in Toronto, Ontario on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
Nearly the entire surface of Nathan Phillips Square was covered with chalked messages about Jack Layton on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
This message nicely captured the wide outpouring of feeling about Jack Layton in Toronto on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
A reference to Jack Layton's time on the city council was included in the tributes in Toronto, Ontario on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
Even iconic beer commercials inspired messages to Jack Layton at Nathan Phillips Square on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
The messages to Jack Layton were found in all kinds of languages, including French, in Toronto on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
A message about Jack Layton in German was found in Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto, Ontario on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
The "Trustache" had become a symbol of Jack Layton long before his death commemorated on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
Even Billy Joel inspired a tribute to Jack Layton found at Toronto's Nathan Phillips Square on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
Many references to the "Orange Crush" election of a few months before were found in the Layton tributes on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
The classic statement of tribute to Jack Layton was found at Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto, Ontario on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
Kilometers from Nathan Phillips Square, a tribute to Jack Layton was found on Jane Street near Lessard on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Procession
The Toronto Police Pipe Band led the funeral procession for Jack Layton down University in Toronto on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Procession
The Toronto Police Colour Guard moved down University Avenue in the Jack Layton Funeral Procession on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Procession
The Toronto Transit Commission's Colour Guard was noted in the Jack Layton Funeral Procession on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Procession
The Toronto Police's equestrian unit participated in the Jack Layton Funeral Procession in Toronto on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Procession
Jack Layton's casket moved in this vehicle during the funeral procession in Toronto, Ontario on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Procession
The friends and family of Jack Layton walked in the funeral procession of the political leader on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Procession
Jack Layton's widow, Olivia Chow, was noted walking in the funeral procession in Toronto on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Procession
A few more vehicles rounded out the official portion of the Jack Layton funeral procession in Toronto on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Procession
The general public followed the official procession en masse down University Avenue in Toronto on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Procession
"Trustache"s were common amongst the mourners, as modeled by this man on University Avenue on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Procession
A Canadian flag was amongst the artifacts carried by those following the Jack Layton funeral procession on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Procession
A band playing relatively upbeat music participated in the Jack Layton funeral procession on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Procession
In a day filled with non-traditional funeral music, a band marched in the Jack Layton funeral procession on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Procession
Unions brought their flags to the funeral march for politician Jack Layton in Toronto, Ontario on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Procession
Even some women wore the "trustache" during the Jack Layton funeral procession in Toronto, Ontario on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Procession
Stilt walkers symbolizing Jack Layton's big heart moved down University Avenue in the procession on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Procession
Another band played during the funeral procession for Jack Layton in Toronto, Ontario on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
Roy Thompson Hall was the site of the State Funeral for opposition leader Jack Layton on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
Jack Layton's image was on the marquee outside Roy Thompson Hall in Toronto, Ontario on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
Mourners filled King Street outside of Roy Thompson hall during the State Funeral of Jack Layton on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
People spilled out of David Pecout Square toward the Royal Alexandra Theatre during the funeral on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
David Pecaut Square in Toronto, Ontario was filled with people during the state funeral of Jack Layton on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
Mourners filled David Pecout Square in Toronto, Ontario to watch the State Funeral on big screens on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
Steven Page performed "Hallelujah" as seen on an external screen during Jack Layton's State Funeral on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
People lined the edge of Roy Thompson Hall during the State Funeral of Jack Layton in Toronto on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
The CN Tower in Toronto was coloured orange in honour of Jack Layton on the evening of 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
The CN Tower was coloured orange, for the symbolic colour of the New Democratic Party, on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
The only colour visible on the CN Tower on 27-August-2011 was orange in honour of Jack Layton.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
The top of the CN Tower was bathed in orange as a memorial to New Democratic Party leader Jack Layton on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Jack Layton Tributes
The CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario was orange to honour politician Jack Layton on 27-August-2011.
Heritage Toronto Walks 2011, Part III

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
Nancy Luno of the Heritage Toronto staff gave the introduction to the walk through Yorkville on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
Stephanie Thomas would be the leader of the Heritage Toronto walk through Yorkville on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The clock on Yonge Street in Yorkville served as a gathering place for the Heritage Toronto walk on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
A picture of the Red Lion Inn, which stood from 1808 to 1888, was shown during the walk on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The site of the Red Lion Inn had been along this stretch of Yonge Street in present-day Yorkville on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
A picture of the 1861-era Yorkville Town Hall was shown during the Heritage Toronto walk on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The Yorkville Town Hall had stood on this site until it suffered a serious fire in 1941, observed on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
Stables for the horses serving the Yorkville Town Hall had been located at this location seen on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The Yorkville Public Library was Toronto's oldest, dating from 1907, and 1 of 7 Carnegies, observed on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The Heritage Toronto group gathered along Yorkville Avenue during the Yorkville walk on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
Fire Hall #10 had been originally constructed in 1876 and was still an active Toronto fire station on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The tower for hanging hoses had been added to Fire Hall #10 in Toronto, Ontario in 1900, still standing on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The Yorkville Coat of Arms from the Town Hall was moved to the Fire Hall in 1941 and observed on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The John Daniels House had been built in 1867 and was still an active store along Yorkville Avenue on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
Only the 1928 Georgian Revival facade of Toronto's first Mount Sinai Hospital still survived as seen on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
Stephanie Thomas led the Heritage Toronto walk down Yorkville Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
An interesting piece of bronze art was noted outside a store on Hazelton Avenue in Toronto on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
Interesting art was also noted along a laneway off of Hazelton Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
A cow and tractor sculpture was noted along Hazelton Avenue in the Yorkville neighbourhood on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
Joe Fafard's "Royal Sweet Diamond" sculpture was found along Hazelton Avenue in Yorkville on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The Olivet Congregational Chuch was an 1890 example of Romanesque Revival architecture noted on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
A picture of 1876-era Heliconian Hall was shown since the building was covered by scaffolding on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The 1928 former St. Paul's School at 36 Hazelton was set to be converted to condominiums when noted on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The 1874 building at 49-51 Hazelton Avenue was an example of Gothic architecture seen on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The original cast iron fence outside 49-51 Hazelton Avenue was amongst the most ornate in Toronto on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The double house at 57-59 Hazelton had been constructed in 1876 with a centre gable noted on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The George Lee House at 65 Hazelton was an 1875 example of Second Empire architecture seen on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The free-standing home at 68 Hazelton was a 1878 example of Gothic Revival architecture noted on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The houses at 94-104 Scollard demonstrated Queen Anne architecture from 1893 in Yorkville on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
Stephanie Thomas spoke about Hazelton Lanes during the Heritage Toronto Yorkville walk on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The Hazelton Lanes are a 1976-era shopping development well-blended into Yorkville noted on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
Old York Lane was a 1963 attempt to recreate a medievil lane, traversed by the Heritage Toronto walk on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk continued down Old York Lane, designed by George A. Robb, on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk paused at the Village of Yorkville Park in Toronto, Ontario on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
650 tons of rock from the Canadian Shield were part of the Village of Yorkville Park in Toronto on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The Church of the Redeemer from 1879 presented High Victorian Gothic architecture to Bloor Street on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The Renaissance Plaza at rear had bought the air rights of the Church of the Redeemer in 1979, seen on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk gathered at its final stop, the Church of the Redeemer, on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
The Heritage Toronto Yorkville walk wrapped up at the Church of the Redeemer on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Yorkville Walk
Stephanie Thomas closed the Heritage Toronto walk through the Yorkville neighbourhood on 28-August-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
Alex Pike from Heritage Toronto introduced the "Campus and Cosmos" walk on astronomy history on 17-September 2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
University of Toronto professor emeritus John Percy introduced his walk on astronomy in Toronto on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
The Meteorological Office, built in 1909, was being transformed to the Munk School of Global Affairs on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
The Meteorological Office featured this observatory for astronomers noted on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
This plaque explained the history of the Meteorological Office at the University of Toronto on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
The Ontario Institute for Studies in Education stood along Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
The Royal Ontario Museum still supports astronomy with portable planetariums, seen on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
John Percy spoke about the role of the Royal Ontario Museum in astronomy education on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
John Percy held up a real meteorite during the "Campus and Cosmos" Heritage Toronto walk on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
A picture of a meteor impact site in Quebec was held up by John Percy during the astronomy walk on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
McLaughlin Planetarium, built in 1968, was no longer an active planetarium when viewed on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
The Heritage Toronto astronomy walk headed down Queens Park Crescent in Toronto, Ontario on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
The Stewart Observatory on the University of Toronto campus had been built in 1855, seen 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
This plaque explained the history of the Stewart Observatory and its move on the Toronto campus on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
A picture of Clarence Augustus Chant, early proponent of Astronomy, was shown during the walk on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
The Heritage Toronto Astronomy Walk traversed the University of Toronto campus on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
University College, built in 1859, was an iconic portion of the University of Toronto campus viewed on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
The Sanford Fleming Building, built in 1907, was named after the proponent of Standard Time, seen on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
John Percy talked about the Toronto Meridian during the Heritage Toronto walk on astronomy on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
This plaque described the history of the Magnetic Observatory at the University of Toronto on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
The Meridian of Toronto was the north-south marker for the city, serving as a seat for walkers on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
This sun dial told accurate time for Toronto, Ontario on the University of Toronto campus on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
The official position of the city of Toronto, Ontario was located at this marker noted on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
Convocation Hall on the University of Toronto campus, built in 1907, was a common lecture location on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
The Galbraith Building, built in 1960, saw advances in radio astronomy by Allen Yen as observed on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
The Department of Astronomy and Astrophysics was housed in this 1953 building on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
The Canadian Institute for Theoretical Astrophysics had opened in 1985, observed in Toronto on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - Astronomy Walk
John Percy wrapped up the Heritage Toronto "Cosmos and Campus" walk at the University of Toronto on 17-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
St. Philip's Anglican Church, originally constructed in the 1890's, was noted on the afternoon of 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
St. Philip's had been established in 1828 but the current building came after a 1888 fire, noted on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
The interior of St. Philip's Anglican Church had been expanded in the 1950's and was toured on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
"God is My Shepherd" was the theme of this stained glass window in St. Philip's Anglican Church on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
"He Is Risen" was the title of a stained glass window in St. Philip's Anglican Church in Toronto on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
Randall Reid spoke about the life of enamel tile entrepreneur Frank Engholm at St. Philip's Cemetery on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
The Irvine family of blacksmiths was memorialized by this headstone in St. Philip's Cemetery on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
A large group had gathered for the Heritage Toronto walk through St. Philip's Cemetery on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
Mary Louise Ashbourne of the Weston Historical Society spoke about Peter Mallaby on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
Randal Reid spoke about Dr. Savage from England, buried in St. Philips's Cemetary on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
The Eagle family owned a hotel in Weston for many years, as seen in St. Philip's Cemetery on 18-Sepember-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
The Carruthers family had been bakers in Weston; their headstone was observed at St. Philip's on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
James Duncan was best known for being killed by a Canadian Pacific train in Weston, noted on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
The reverend Johnson, rector of St. Philip's, had a different kind of grave with a tree as noted on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
This plaque described how William Johnson served as rector from 1856 to 1880 at St. Philip's, seen on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
The Wadsworths family, some buried here, owned nearly half of the land in Weston at one point, seen 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
Fredrick Howland, best known for the Lambton Mills industry, was buried at St. Philip's Cemetery, seen 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
Jon Rodney Wadsworth was best known for marrying his cousin as a second wife, noted on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
The Ambler and Dixon families were both successful farmers in Weston, as discussed on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
William Ford Howland was an architect best known for work after Toronto's Great Fire in 1904, seen on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
Charles J. Ryan was one of the victims of Hurricane Hazel in 1954; his grave was noted on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
The reverend Thomas Butler had served St. Philip's Anglican Church and was buried in the cemetery on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
Thomas Phillips had been the first reverend of St. Philip's Anglican Church as explained here on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
Arthur Squibb opened a stationery store that remains open to this day; his grave was noted on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
The daughters of Arthur Squibb had come to the Heritage Toronto walk through St. Philip's Cemetery on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
Henry Foster had apparently been born on a ship named Mount Vernon leading to his name noted on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
Immigrant Amelia Howard Gibbon had this unusual grave stone at St. Philip's Cemetery noted on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
Robert Castle had seven distinct professions; his grave was noted in St. Philip's Cemetery on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
William Ernest Henry was a pioneering doctor in Weston whose grave stone was featured on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
The Gracey family crypt at St. Philip's Cemetery contained the remains of seven, noted on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
The Thistle for whom Thistletown was named was buried at St. Philip's Cemetery as featured on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
The Musson Brothers, major entrepreneurs and land holders, were buried in St. Philip's Cemetery on 18-September-2011.

Toronto - St. Philip
Betsy Wadsworth, known for her letters from England to her family with economic advice, was noted on 18-September-2011.
Heritage Toronto Walks 2011, Part II

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
The group for the Warden Woods Heritage Toronto Walk gathered across from the Warden subway station on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
About thirty people gathered for a Saturday morning Heritage Toronto walk through the Warden Woods on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
Heritage Toronto board member J. Alan Burton introduced the Warden Woods walk on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
Founding chair of the Taylor Massey Project, Andrew McCammon, started the Warden Woods walk on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
Taylor Massey Creek flowed 15 kilometers from the 401 to the Don including through the Warden Woods on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
Andrew McCammon explained the history of the sand cliffs in Toronto's Warden Woods Park on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
These sand cliffs along Taylor Massey Creek in the Warden Woods had been formed by glaciers, observed on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
Taylor Massey Creek was the subject of the Taylor Massey Project to celebrate and protect it, seen on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
A new trail alignment was already in place in case of erosion, though the walk followed the old one on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
A sewer pipe crossed Taylor Massey Creek at this location, partially hidden by decorative rocks on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
From a closer perspective, the pipe across Taylor Massey Creek was readily visible, as seen on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
A closer look at the sewer pipe crossing was seen from the western side of Taylor Massey Creek on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
The futility of covering the pipe with decorative rocks was clear from the west side of the creek on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk continued along the trail through the Warden Woods Park as observed on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
The walk paused at a bridge over a lost stream, underground nearly everywhere except here on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
Andrew McCammon explained how Toronto still had some combined sewer pipes at the lost stream on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
The lost stream, not contaminated by sewage on this day, flowed toward Taylor Massey Creek on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
A staircase had once descended to the Warden Woods trail at this location, but it had been removed by 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
Taylor Massey Creek flowed through an oxbow in the middle of the Warden Woods as observed on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
The far end of the oxbow was observed from the western side of Taylor Massey Creek on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
The far turn of the oxbow in Taylor Massey Creek was observed from its west side on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
The erosion of the banks of Taylor Massey Creek in the Warden Woods was obvious in this view on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
A heritage bridge, thought to date back to World War I, crossed Taylor Massey Creek in the Warden Woods on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
A view downstream from the heritage bridge over Taylor Massey Creek was taken on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk crossed the heritage bridge over Taylor Massey Creek on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
A typical forest section of the Warden Woods west of Taylor Massey Creek was photographed on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
Andrew McCammon showed the invasive species of Common Buckthorn in the Warden Woods on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
A vine "escapee" from a garden was a much less threatening invasive species in the Warden Woods on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
A mountain bike jumping ramp had been constructed by kids in the Warden Woods, a common Toronto sight on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
The flood plain of Taylor Massey Creek extended along the western side of the forest on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
Taylor Massey Creek flowed quietly through the Warden Woods in Toronto, Ontario as observed on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Warden Woods Walk
The one-time mouth of Taylor Massey Creek into Lake Iroquois was thought to be located here, seen 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Jim from Heritage Toronto introduced the "Cabbagetown's Medical Heritage" walk on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Gilles Huot from the Cabbagetown Preservation Association introduced the medical heritage walk on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
David Pretlove, chair of the Cabbagetown Preservation Association, led one of several walk groups on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Ernest Thompson Seton, a founder of the Boy Scouts, had once lived in a previous building here, seen 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
A typical Cabbagetown Preservation Association plaque, for Ernest Thompson Seton, was photographed on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
The Cabbagetown symbol was found on the shade for this window along Aberdeen Avenue on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
The house where the first Mohawk MD, Oronhyatekha, once live, was found on Carlton Street in Toronto on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
The plaque honoring Oronhyatekha, first Mohawk Medical Doctor and entrepreneur, was found on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
David Pretlove held up a photo of Oronheyatekha as he appeared in Mohawk clothing during the walk on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Appropriate for a medical-themed walk, an ambulance provided the backdrop for a talk from David Pretlove on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Rowena Hume, founder of the Women's College Hospital, once lived at this location on Carlton Street, seen 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
The plaque about Rowena Hume was found on the side of the home where she had lived on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
A heritage fuel pump had been appropriated for use as a business sign along Carlton Street in Toronto on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
The Heritage Toronto walk proceeded down Dermott Place in Toronto, Ontario's Cabbagetown as seen on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
This interesting roofline was found along Dermott Place in Toronto, Ontario on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
One of the other Heritage Toronto walking groups paused in front of 35 Spruce Street on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
The original wrought iron fence stood in front of 35 Spruce Street, a survivor of war salvage drives, on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
35 Spruce Street had once been the home of Edward Hunter, Dean of Trinity's Medical College, seen 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Charles B. MacKay, a customs official, had been the first resident of 35 Spruce as this plaque stated on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
The brothers-in-law founders of Grand and Toy had once lived in this home along Spruce Street observed on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
This Cabbagetown plaque explained about the founders of the Grand and Toy stationary chain on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
The one-time site of Trinity Medical College was observed during the medical walk on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Trinity Medical College had once been located in Cabbagetown in this building observed on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
The Heritage Toronto walk paused to talk about Trinity Medical College as observed on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Surrounding buildings form the 1980s made an attempt to blend with the Trinity Medical College as seen on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Toronto General Hospital had been located on this site between 1856 and 1913, occupied by this 1920's home on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Dave Pretlove showed a drawing of Toronto General Hospital as it had appeared in Cabbagetown on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
An aerial illustration from the late 1800's showed Toronto General Hospital in the position pointed to on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
The Spruce Court Housing Co-op had been the first public housing in Toronto including a 1926 face seen on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
The Medical College for Women opened in 1890 at 289 Sumach Street, a building observed on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
This plaque explained the history of the Medical College for Women, on the 289 Sumach building on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Janet Nelson, the Public Service Nurse starting in 1873, lived at 295 Carlton Street, seen on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Sarah Anne Curzon, who popularized Laura Secord as a historical figure, lived in this house on Carlton seen 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
The common Cabbagetown flag was noted along Carlton Street in Toronto, Ontario on 23-July-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
A crowd gathered at Castle Frank for the Heritage Toronto Don Valley and Evergreen Brick Works walk on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
Karen Czaniecki of Heritage Toronto introduced the Don Valley and Evergreen Brick Works walk on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
Ward 29 City Councillor Mary Fragedakis spoke at the beginning of the Heritage Toronto walk on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
Karen, James, and Mary provided the introductions to the Heritage Toronto walk on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
James from Evergreen was the leader for the Don Valley and Evergreen Brick Works walk on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
This home at 37 Castle Frank was typical of the homes in the Castle Frank neighbourhood on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
Another home along Castle Frank Road made an impression on Heritage Toronto walkers on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk entered the Craigleigh Gardens after a walk through the Castle Frank area on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
Craigleigh Gardens was a quite place as the Heritage Toronto walk entered the park on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The large Heritage Toronto group gathered for a talk in Craigleigh Gardens in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
James, in the green shirt, gave a talk on the history of the Don River from Craigleigh Gardens on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
James spoke to the gathered crowds during the Heritage Toronto Don Valley and Brick Works walk on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
A dead cicada prompted a talk on native and invasive species during the Heritage Toronto walk on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk headed out of Craigleigh Gardens on the afternoon of 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk headed down Milkman's Trail, once a road to dairy farms, on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The trail offered views down into the Mud Creek ravine as the Heritage Toronto walk continued on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The walk paused at the intake for Mud Creek as it approached the Don River Valley in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk paused for a talk at the Mud Creek intake in the ravine system of Toronto on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
Walk participant Ken pointed out that the apparent creek was really runoff above a buried creek on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk continued along the Moore Park Ravine toward the 270 km-long Don River on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk paused after reaching the Don Valley to look for native tree species on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
James held up an example of an invasive species, Dog Strangling Vine, during the Heritage Toronto walk on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
James described how the Dog Strangling Vine fooled Monarch butterflies during the Heritage Toronto walk on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
A plant with herbal qualities was found along the path to the Evergreen Brick Works in the Don Valley on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
A 2000 plaque honouring the Don Valley Brick Works, now Evergreen Brick Works, was noted on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
James spoke in front of sculpture of geologist A.P. Coleman's boots at the Evergreen Brick Works on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
An oversize Black-Eyed Susan was one of the many pieces of public art at the Evergreen Brick Works on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk paused for a talk at the pond of the Evergreen Brick Works on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
James mentioned that bricks are still made in Brampton though no longer at the Evergreen Brick Works on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
A turtle surfaced in the pond at the Evergreen Brick Works during the Heritage Toronto walk on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
Lily pads were noted in the ponds of the Evergreen Brick Works in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
Evergreen, a 20 year-old organization, had been in charge of the Brick Works for two years, on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
Chimney Court at the Brick Works was one of the main activity areas at the site, observed on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
A sculpture of echinacea was prominent above Chimney Court at the Evergreen Brick Works in Toronto on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
A structure used by Outward Bound for their training exercises was found at the Evergreen Brick Works on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk continued through the Evergreen Brick Works site in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
A large number of evergreen saplings were almost ready for planting in the wild at the Brick Works on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
A brick press was on display at the Evergreen Brick Works in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The Koerner Gardens at the Evergreen Brick Works was used in the winter as a skating rink, seen on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The room where the kilns had been located at the Evergreen Brick Works was noted in Toronto on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The walls of the kilns had long-since been decorated with graffiti as noted at the Brick Works on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk paused for a talk about how the Brick Works site had been founded in 1879 on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The end of one of the kilns, used until the 1980's, was found at the Evergreen Brick Works on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The end of the kiln at the Evergreen Brick Works was nearly dwarfed by its duct work on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
Rails had been used to move the bricks along the kiln as noted at the Evergreen Brick Works on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The interior of one of the kilns at the Don Valley Brick Works in Toronto was photographed on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
A walkway between the kilns at the Don Valley Brick Works was noted during the Heritage Toronto walk on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
Some of the side ports of the kilns had been opened over the years as observed at the Brick Works on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
These stairs were found at the end of one of the kilns in the Evergreen Brick Works in Toronto on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
A look at the other end of one of the kilns was attempted at the Evergreen Brick Works on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
More graffiti was found around the kilns of the one-time Don Valley Brick Works as seen on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
A Dan Bergeron drawing depicted Antonio Barone, who worked at the Brick Works from 1965 to 1987, on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
Another Dan Bergon drawing showed Michael Santomieri, who worked at the Brick Works from 1961 to 1986, on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
This photo showed the devastation of Bay Street in Toronto following the 1904 great fire, seen on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The devastation of Front Street in 1904 made the future prosperity of the brick works clear, observed on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
Some of the grounds around the Evergreen Brick Works were observed during the Heritage Toronto walk on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
An interesting map of Toronto and its watersheds was observed at the Evergreen Brick Works on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The lost creeks of Toronto, buried underground, were shown as welded lines on the map on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
A close-up of the depiction of the Humber River on the map of Toronto at the Brick Works was noted on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
James from Evergreen wrapped up the Heritage Toronto Don Valley and Brick Works walk on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Don Valley Walk
The standard messages from Heritage Toronto were given at the conclusion of the walk at the Brick Works on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Electric Vehicle Charging Station
A charging station for electric vehicles was noted at the Evergreen Brick Works in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
A large group gathered for the Heritage Toronto "Exploring Broadview" walk on the morning on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
Volunteer board member J. Alan Burton gave the introduction to the "Exploring Broadview" walk on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
Lori Zuppinger of Todmorden Mills was the walk leader for the "Exploring Broadview" walk on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
A view of the Don River Valley from Pottery Road in Toronto, Ontario showed no sign of the river on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
The Taylor family's Bellhaven residence (of Brickworks fame) had been at this site noted on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
Lori Zuppinger spoke in front of the 1890's-era Don Mills School, now the Estonian House in Toronto on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
The side of the Estonian House revealed its roots as the Don Mills School as viewed on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
An amazing viewpoint was noted at the end of Chester Hill Road in Toronto, Ontario on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
The Heritage Toronto group gathered at the end of Chester Hill Road to enjoy the view on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
A view of the Don Valley (now Evergreen) Brick Works was observed from Chester Hill Road on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
A view across the Don River Valley was noted from the Chester Hill Road viewpoint in Toronto on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
The skyline of Toronto, Ontario loomed in the distance as viewed from the Chester Hill Road viewpoint on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
The Prince Edward (Bloor Street) Viaduct was visible from the Chester Hill Road viewpoint on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
33 Thornecliff Avenue was typical of the homes in the Broadview-Danforth area of Toronto, Ontario on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
Some interesting landscaping using glass was noted at 5 Thornecliff Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
138 Cambridge Avenue was a building that likely dated from at least the 1870's, noted during the walk on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
A Jack Layton campaign sign along Cambridge Avenue was an appropriate sight on the day of his funeral, 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk paused for a talk about the Prince Edward Viaduct, completed in 1918, on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
The Prince Edward Viaduct had cost $2.5 million when completed in 1918, observed on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
This plaque honoured A.J. Birney for the Luminous Veil addition to the Prince Edward Viaduct in 2003 on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
The luminous veil was designed to prevent suicides off the Prince Edward Viaduct, observed on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
An excerpt from a Michael Ondaatje novel was one of the many literary references to the bridge noted on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
The CIBC Building at Danforth and Broadview had been completed in 1918 and still stood on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
The 1918-era Plater Hall's famous dance floor was a Yoga studio when seen at Danforth and Broadview on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
A plaque in honour of William Peyton Hubbard, first Black alderman in Toronto, Ontario, was noted on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
William Peyton Hubbard lived here while serving as alderman from 1894 to 1913, seen on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
Lori Zuppinger spoke about the view for which Broadview was named during the Heritage Toronto walk on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
Riverdale Park East had been separated from the west by the Don Valley Parkway in the 1950's, seen 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
These pipes were a sign of the former landfill that lay beneath parts of Riverdale Park East, noted on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk made its way along Broadview at Riverdale Park East on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
Dr. Sun Yat-Sen had spoken at Massey Hall in Toronto, Ontario, prompting this statue seen on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
The St. Matthew's Lawn Bowling Club had been moved from Gerrard Street in 2007 and photographed on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
This plaque gave the history of Riverdale Hospital dating back to 1875 as noted at Riverdale Park East on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
The 1963 Riverdale Hospital building, now the Bridgepoint Clinic, was noted in Toronto, Ontario on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
The 1865 Toronto (Don) Jail was covered by scaffolding as part of work on the Bridgepoint Health Centre on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk continued after stopping at the Don Jail in Toronto, Ontario on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
The East Chinatown Arch had been completed in 2009 including lions donated from China as seen on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
A portion of East Chinatown on Broadview in Toronto, Ontario was noted at Gerrard Street on 27-August-2011.

Toronto - Broadview Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk ended at the Riverdale Library, reopened about one year before, as seen on 27-August-2011.
Heritage Toronto Walks 2011, Part I

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
A crowd gathered for the Heritage Toronto walk through Smythe Park near Jane Street on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
Heritage Toronto Board Member Alan Burke introduced the new Smythe Park walk on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
These residences were on the onetime site of a Sunoco gas station along Jane Street in Toronto on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
Mario Andretti had appeared in a Sunoco commercial filmed at this location, as discussed on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
Another picture of Mario Andretti, as he would have appeared in the 1967 commercial, was shown on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
Black Creek had been channeled through Smythe Park following Hurricane Hazel in 1954, seen on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
Within the channel, Black Creek had started to look almost natural, as viewed during the heritage walk on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
Black Creek looked slightly different where it flowed underneath Jane Street in the distance of this view on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
This map showed the original meandering path of Black Creek through Smythe Park as observed on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
This pond stood on the site where tennis courts had fought with springs until the springs won, seen 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
This pool was just one of the contributions of gravel entrepreneur Conn Smythe to Smythe Park seen 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
The Heritage Toronto walked paused at the woodland marshes typical of Smythe Park as photographed on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
A clear portion of the ponds in Smythe Park resulted in reflections as observed on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
Conn Smythe had been in the military and owner of the Maple Leafs besides donating the land seen on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
The birds normally found in the marshes were hiding from the big crowds on the Heritage Toronto walk on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
A smaller pond was viewed from a pedestrian bridge in Smythe Park during the Heritage Toronto walk on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
Smythe Park comprises 33 acres with a nice series of ponds such as this one seen on the heritage walk on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
The Heritage Toronto group paused to look at the Edinborough Court development during the walk on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
Walk leader Madeleine McDowell made a joke about being a shepherd during the Heritage Toronto walk on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
Edinborough Court had been a 1953 housing development that still looked much like it had originally on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
A Black Oak Savannah was found in the upper reaches of Smythe Park as observed on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
Smythe Park extended west to Scarlett Road, where the Heritage Toronto walk gathered on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
Behind this fence was the Lambton Golf and Country Club, established in 1902, seen in 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
Black Creek remained channeled near Scarlett Road as observed during the Heritage Toronto walk on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
The channel of Black Creek curved near the west end of Smythe Park in Toronto, Ontario on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk paused to discussed the Toronto Carrying Place in Smythe Park on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
Madeleine McDowell spoke about how Rene Robert had passed and written about this spot in 1680 on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
This bridge marked the location where the Toronto Carrying Place had crossed Black Creek as seen on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
A beaver had felled this cherry tree in Smythe Park, but it had started to regenerate when observed on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
Madeleine McDowell held up a Cooper sports equipment ad on 9-July-2011; the company had been located near Smythe Park.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
These fields in Smythe Park were home to York Township softball which had once won the provincial title, seen 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
Madeleine McDowell wrapped up the Heritage Toronto walk through Smythe Park in Toronto, Ontario on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Smythe Park Walk
Madeleine McDowell and Alan Burke closed the Heritage Toronto walk through Smythe Park on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - Jane and Woolner Mural
This mural had been painted at Jane and Woolner Streets in Toronto, Ontario in 2009, seen on 9-July-2011.

Toronto - West Humber River
The West Humber River was observed from Albion Road in Toronto, Ontario not far from its confluence on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - West Humber River
A look up the West Humber River from Albion Road in Toronto, Ontario was taken on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
A nice crowd gathered for the Heritage Toronto Thistletown Walk in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
Walk volunteer Julia did the traditional board member's introduction to the Thistletown Walk on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
Walk leader Joanna Twitchin provided the basics of Thistletown history dating to back to St. Andrew's on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
The Heritage Toronto Thistletown Walk paused for a talk at the Village Green, the first park in Etobicoke, on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
The Village Greens two acres had been donated by Jonathan and Sarah Farr in 1896, and were photographed on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
A police escort was provided for the traffic safety of the Thistletown Heritage Toronto walk, as noted on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
Riverdale Drive was one of the more heterogeneous old neighbourhoods in the entire city, seen on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
The Franklin Carmichael Arts Centre had been originally constructed in 1932, visited by the walk on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
The Franklin Carmichael Art Centre had been donated to the city in 1959, and was observed on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
Built by Dr. Ann Curtin, the Franklin Carmichael Art Centre was still a going concern on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
The resting place of Dr. Ann Curtin was marked with this plaque at the Franklin Carmichael Art Centre on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
The Carmichael Gallery was located behind the original Arts Centre as noted in Thistletown on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
A pair of turn-of-the-century cottages were located down this private drive in Thistletown observed on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
An interesting sign warned of a steep grade on Riverdale Drive in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
The "Piggery" had originally been constructed in 1835 to house pigs before becoming a family dwelling, seen 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
The "Piggery" had been converted to a human residence during World War I, as discussed on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
This building had started in 1835 as John Grubb's barn; it now had a rare veranda noted on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
This house at 23 Jason Road had been built before 1820 and was part of the Heritage Toronto walk on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
The home at 23 Jason Road still maintained a latched door instead of a door knob as noted on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
23 Jason Road had served as servants' quarters after Elm Bank had been constructed, seen on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
A side view of 23 Jason Road in Toronto, Ontario showed how well-maintained the building was on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
Elm Bank had been the home constructed by John Grubb for his family, again belonging to the family on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
Elm Bank had been constructed in 1835 and was observed during the Heritage Toronto Thistletown Walk on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
The side of Elm Bank was observed during the Heritage Toronto walk in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
The west branch of the Humber River could be viewed from Elm Bank as observed on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
In another direction, the view from Elm Bank was of secluded forest as observed on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
Former Thistletown neighbourhood resident Ian Craig told a story from his youth during the walk on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
The police escort helped the Heritage Toronto walk down Gibson Avenue in Thistletown on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
This sign marked the Torhaven residence in the Thistletown neighbourhood of Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
Some of the two acres of land surrounding the Torhaven residence was observed on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
Torhaven had been originally constructed in 1916 by Reverend Sims, observed in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
Torhaven's original open verandas had long since disappeared by the time it was observed on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
The side of Torhaven was observed, deceptively near Albion Road in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
A bit of interesting art was found on the Torhaven property in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
The police escort stopped traffic so that the Heritage Toronto Thistletown walk could cross Albion Road on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
The vast majority of the group made it to the end of the walk at Anga's Farm in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Thistletown Walk
Joanna Twitchin closed the Heritage Toronto Thistletown walk in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Anga
The nursery at Anga's Farm in Toronto, Ontario was observed on a quiet moment on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Anga
Proprietor John Anga had purchased the last private farm in Toronto, Ontario in 1980, seen on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Anga
The farm house on Anga's Farm had been rebuilt many times but originally dated to the 19th century, seen on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Anga
The pond at Anga's Farm contained a variety of fish seen during a tour of the facilities on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Anga
Amongst the farm animals at Anga's Farm were chickens and rabbits observed on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Anga
John Anga provided a tour of his last remaining private farm in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Anga
The winter greenhouse at Anga's Farm was largely empty when observed in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Anga
The summer greenhouse still had some plants that were not yet ready for sale when the tour passed through on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Anga
The five acres of property at Anga's Farm included this field last used for corn, observed on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Anga
John Anga led a tour of his farm facilities following the Heritage Toronto walk on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Anga
An open beehive was observed on Anga's Farm in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2011. Bees were not healthy anywhere.

Toronto - Anga
John Anga demonstrated the hole a deer had used to escape from his farm in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Anga
These orchards were a part of the last remaining private farm in Toronto, Ontario seen on 10-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
Julia from Heritage Toronto introduced walk leader Michael Wallace from Theatre Museum Canada on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
Michael Wallace of Theatre Museum Canada led Heritage Toronto's "Theatres in Old Toronto" walk on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
A fair-sized group was gathered near Adelaide and Bay for the "Theatres in Old Toronto" walk on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
The Grand Opera House, built in 1874 and demolished in 1928, was once located approximately here, seen on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
Pictures are all that remains of the onetime Grand Opera House, which seated 1300, as shown on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
The Sony Centre, built as the O'Keefe Centre in 1960, was Canada's largest soft-seat theatre, seen on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
The St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts opened in 1970, owned by the city of Toronto as observed on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
The Heritage Toronto "Theatres in Old Toronto" walk stopped at the St. Lawrence Centre for the Arts on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
The Franks Hotel, once located here, was the site of the first local actor troop performance in 1820, seen 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
A watercolour of the Franks Hotel, showing its utilitarian appearance, was shown during the walk on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
The Heritage Toronto "Theatres in Old Toronto" walk stopped at St. Lawrence Hall on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
St. Lawrence Hall featured the Great Hall on its third floor, a common venue until the 1870's, seen 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
The Young People's Theatre had been in an 1887 Toronto Street Railway horse barn since 1977, seen on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
Michael Wallace talked about the renovation of a transit building into the Young People's Theatre on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
The University of Toronto Alumunae Theatre had been in this former fire hall since 1972, observed on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
A plaque commemorating Firehall #4 and the Alumunae Theatre had been placed in 2010, seen on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
Firehall #4 had been completed in 1900 and still stood as the Alumunae Theatre in Toronto on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
The Standard Woolen Mill, built in 1882, was purchased by the Canadian Opera Centre in 1985, seen 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
The Joey and Toby Tannenbaum Opera Centre had moved into the woolen mill in 1985, observed on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
The structure had been designed by E.J. Lennox and served for goal gas manufacturing until 1954, seen on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
An 1874 aerial view of the area now occupied by the Canadian Opera Centre showed a very different scene on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
The 1887 Gasworks building had become the Toronto Free Theatre in 1972 and was photographed on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
The Canadian Stage Company manages the one-time Gasworks building on Berkeley Street, seen 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
The "Theatres in Old Toronto" walk passed through the Distillery District on a sweltering 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
A windmill had once been located at this location of the Distillery District noted on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
The Distillery District features the Young Centre for Performing Arts amongst other arts groups, seen on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Theatres in Old Toronto
Michael Wallace and Julia from Heritage Toronto wrapped up the theatre walk in the Distillery District on 17-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
Bellevue Square Park in Toronto, Ontario was on the one-time site of the "Belle Vue" home, noted on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
Nancy from Heritage Toronto introduced the Kensington Market walk at the Al Waxman statue on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
Nancy from Heritage Toronto started off the Kensington Market walks at Bellevue Square Park on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
Al Waxman, the actor who portrayed the King of Kensington, was memorialized in Bellevue Square Park on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
The Kensington Market Heritage Toronto walk broke into three manageable groups before starting on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
Jennifer Parry introduced the Kensington Market walk to her small group on the evening on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
A photo of the Denison family's Belle Vue home was shown to the attendees of the Kensington Market walk on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
Denison Avenue, seen looking toward Queen Street, had once been the driveway to Belle Vue, observed on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
Bellevue Avenue was yet another nod to the former Denison residence from the mid-1800's noted on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
The 1926-era Kiever Synagogue, designed by Benjamin Swartz, stood on Bellevue Avenue on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
The 1884-era home at 29 Wales Avenue had been the home of lumber dealer Charles Peterkin, noted on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
Frank Silverstein, the painter of murals at the synagogue in the 1920s, later lived at 29 Wales, observed on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
The Kensington Market walk made its way through Bellevue Square Park in Toronto, Ontario on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
Jennifer Parry explained the history of Kensington Market back to its days as the Jewish Market on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
A picture of Kensington Market in the 1920's, when it was more a transient place than today, was shown on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
A picture of the heyday of the Jewish Market in the 1920's was shown during the Kensington Market Walk on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
The Chocolate Addict store was one of many famous stores in the modern Kensington Market noted on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
A street performer played his guitar in the heart of Kensington Market in Toronto, Ontario on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
Salvatore Sanci was one of the first Italians to open up a store in Kensington Market, still open on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
Sanci's brought a Sicilian perspective on fruit to Kensington Market in the 1930's, and remained viable on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
A cross image on Sanci's was a reminder that it was an early Catholic business in a Jewish Market, noted on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
The entrance to Kensington Place was filled with Heritage Toronto walk participants on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
The largely-hidden Kensington Place laneway had been constructed in the 1880's and was visited on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
The north end of Kensington Place, originally constructed for English immigrants in the 1880's, was noted on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
Later Portuguese influence was noted in the decor of 22 Kensington Place as observed on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
The south end of Kensington Place, unknown to many visitors to the market, was seen on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
The 1930-era Minsker Synagogue, originally catering to Russian immigrants, was noted on St. Andrew Street on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
The Kensington Lofts had been built in 1925 as the William Houston Public School as observed on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
59 and 61 Nassau Street was a classic example of the Toronto Bay and Gable architectural style observed on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
The evening sun nicely shone on the Bay and Gable architecture of 59 and 61 Nassau Street in Toronto on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
Czech art nouveau artist Alphonse Mucha inspired this mural on Augusta Avenue in Toronto noted on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
The Vehicular Reclamation Project, now five years old, on Augusta Avenue in Toronto was photographed on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
The bike rack made of bicycle chain-resembling parts at the entrance to Kensington Market was noted on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
The UNIA Building at 355 College was home to the Universal Negro Improvement Association in the 1930s, seen 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
St. Stephen-in-the-Fields Anglican Church originally opened in 1866 was a Gothic Revival building seen 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
The Number 8 Fire Station in Toronto, Ontario was constructed in 1879 and rebuilt in 1972, noted on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
Metro Children's Services at 95 Bellevue Ave had been a rescue home for women since the 1920s, observed on 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
St. Stephen's Community House at 91 Bellvue Ave had been constructed in 1887 with various services, seen 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
The Homes First Society at 87 Bellevue Ave had been private in the 1880s but a transition home in 1993, seen 20-July-2011.

Toronto - Kensington Market Walk
Jennifer Parry and Nancy from Heritage Toronto wrapped up the Kensington Market walk on 20-July-2011.
Winter in Toronto, 2010

Toronto - CN Tower
The CN Tower was visible in the far distance along the Humber River near Dundas Street West on 24-January-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River was frozen solid even though the adjacent land was free of snow on 8-February-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
About a month later, there was still a large layer of ice on the side of the Humber River, seen 7-March-2010.

Toronto - Etobicoke Creek
Etobicoke Creek was just barely starting to melt on the surface long after the snow was gone on 8-February-2010.

Toronto - Lambton Woods
There was finally a reasonable level of snow cover in the Lambton Woods area of Toronto on 11-February-2010.

Toronto - Humriva
Evening light shone on the Humriva Camp area along the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 11-February-2010.

Toronto - Winter Ducks
A pair of mallard duck couples swam in the partially-melted Humber River on 11-February-2010.

Toronto - Winter Ducks
A mallard duck couple looked regal in sunset light swimming in the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 11-February-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
Clear winter water in the Humber River revealed striped erosion patterns near Dundas Street on 14-February-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
Was this graffiti or art on a pedestrian bridge over the Humber River north of Dundas Street on 11-March-2010?

Toronto - Hairy Woodpecker
A Hairy Woodpecker couple was noted together in a tree near the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 28-February-2010.

Toronto - Hairy Woodpecker
The Hairy Woodpecker couple turned their heads to view the photographer near the Humber River on 28-February-2010.

Toronto - Snow Fall
Real snow accumulation was finally noted out the window of my apartment on 22-February-2010.

Toronto - Roundhouse Park
Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario was covered in snow on 27-February-2010, with three diesels and a steam locomotive.

Toronto - Roundhouse Park
The railroad crossings in Roundhouse Park were hidden by the snow cover on 27-February-2010.

Toronto - Hockey Snowman
A hockey snowman celebrating the Canadian gold medal at the Olympics was noted on Annette Street on 8-March-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Healthcare
Renovations had started at Runnymede Healthcare in Toronto as observed on 18-January-2010.

Toronto - TTC Go Canada Go
TTC Orion VII bus #1038 was displaying "Go Canada Go" during the Olympic Games on 21-February-2010.

Toronto - Orion Demonstrator Bus
Orion VII New Generation emissions demonstrator PT4 was noted on Kipling Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 7-March-2010.

Toronto - Kipling Reconstruction
Reconstruction of the Kipling Subway Station had progressed with a new pedestrian bridge installed on 7-March-2010.

Toronto - Kipling Reconstruction
A subway train departed underneath the new pedestrian bridge construction at Kipling in Toronto on 7-March-2010.

Toronto - Kipling Reconstruction
The walkway was now covered to the right as construction continued at the Kipling subway station on 17-March-2010.

Toronto - Islington Murals
"Riding the Radials," a 2007 piece by John Kuna, portrayed the Guelph Radial in an Islington mural on 17-March-2010.

Toronto - Islington Murals
"The Pub with No Beer," a 2009 John Kuna piece, portrayed the Islington Hotel and empty pop bottles on 17-March-2010.

Toronto - Islington Murals
"Islington, Then and Now," a 2006 John Kuna piece featured the 1900's, 1950's, and 1990's on 17-March-2010.

Toronto - Islington Murals
This sign explained the history portrayed in the "Islington, Then and Now" mural, seen on 17-March-2010.

Toronto - Subway Construction
Wood bracing was used to hold the subway tracks in position near Keele in Toronto, Ontario on 23-January-2010.

Toronto - Roncesvalles Construction
The streetcar tracks were conspicuously absent in front of the Roncesvalles streetcar mural on 4-March-2010.

Toronto - Roncesvalles Construction
The streetcar tracks were also gone in front of Solarski Pharmacy during construction on Roncesvalles on 4-March-2010.

Toronto - Megabus
A double-deck Megabus was on its last lap to downtown Toronto on the Gardiner Expressway on 4-March-2010.

Toronto - Selling Out Sign
A sign with a strange message was found at an art gallery along Dundas Street West in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
Osgoode Hall was visible at the end of York Street in Toronto, Ontario as viewed from the Skywalk on 30-January-2010.

Toronto - CN Tower
What was this new installation near the foot of the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 30-January-2010?

Toronto - Rock of the Matterhorn
The Rock of the Matterhorn was located at the revised location near the base of the CN Tower on 30-January-2010.

Toronto - Rock of the Matterhorn
By 6-February-2010, the Rock of the Matterhorn had moved again, this time to the south and facing southwest.

Toronto - 1st Bloor West Loblaw's
The first location of Loblaw's in Bloor West Village had been in the right half of this building seen 4-March-2010.

Toronto - 2nd Bloor West Loblaw's
The second location of Loblaw's in Bloor West Village had been in this building west of Jane Street on 4-March-2010.

Toronto - 3rd Bloor West Loblaw's
The contemporary No Frills had been built as the third location of Loblaw's in Bloor West Village, seen 4-March-2010.

Toronto - Current Loblaw's
The closest Loblaw's to Bloor West today, the Humbercrest store on Dundas Street West, was noted on 11-March-2010.

Swansea - Unbuilt Toronto
Mark Osbaldeston prepared to give a talk about his Unbuilt Toronto book at Swansea Town Hall on 3-January-2010.

Swansea - Mark Osbaldeston
Mark Osbaldeston took questions after his presentation at the Swansea Historical Society in Toronto on 3-January-2010.

Swansea - Doug Wrigglesworth
Chuck Cameron introduced Sherlock Holmes scholar Doug Wrigglesworth to the Swansea Historical Society on 3-March-2010.

Swansea - Doug Wrigglesworth
Chuck Cameron showed a Science Teacher's Association of Ontario sweatshirt perhaps worn by Wrigglesworth on 3-March-2010.

Swansea - Doug Wrigglesworth
Doug Wrigglesworth spoke about Sherlock Holmes at Swansea Town Hall on 3-March-2010--note his computer sticker.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Police equestrian unit led the St. Patrick's Day Parade on Yonge Street in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Toronto Police's Pipe and Drum Band marched down Yonge Street in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The colour guard of the Toronto Police was in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on Yonge Street in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Toronto Police's 1957 Chevrolet patrol car from the historic fleet turned from Yonge onto Queen Street on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The 1988 Plymouth patrol car from the Police historical fleet drove in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Canadian Forces colour guard marched in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on Yonge Street in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Canadian Forces Pipe Band marched down Yonge Street in Toronto during the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Canadian Forces Pipe Band prepared to turn onto Queen Street in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Even Police officers got into the act of celebrating St. Patrick's Day at the parade in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A G-Wagen from the Canadian Forces carried Toronto St. Patrick's Day Parade Chairman Patrick Canavan on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Tyrone was the first of the Irish county associations to appear in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Tyrone contributed this fairy tree float to the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Emerald Isle Seniors Society took a ride down Yonge Street in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The University of Toronto's St. Michael Celtic Studies program marched in the St. Patrick's Day parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Kerry showed its colors during the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Kerry's float featured the familiar themes of dancing and beer in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Brogue Inn contributed this interesting float to Toronto's St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
An Irish wolfhound was dressed appropriately for the day in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Rose of Tralee for 2010, Sarah Sullivan, rode in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A Canadian Forces G-Wagen turned from Yonge Street to Queen Street in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Canadian Forces Navy Band marched down Yonge Street in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Canadian Forces Navy Band was directed to make the turn onto Queen Street in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The County Cork Association had this impressive banner at the head of their delegation on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Cork chose as their theme the Irish loss in the World Cup qualifying match as observed on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Cork had French star Thierry Henry being red-flagged every block in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The referee from County Cork prepared to red flag Thierry Henry in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The County Cork fantasy involved the Republic of Cork taking France's place in the World Cup on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The football-based flat of County Cork rounded the corner of Yonge and Queen during the parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The football match continued on the County Cork float in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Tian Guo Band was a constant presence in Toronto including the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Tian Guo Band (celebrating Falun Dafa) turned onto Queen Street in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Galway's delegation came down Yonge Street in Toronto during the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Clare showed its colours in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
This Cooper Mini advertised the soon-to-be-released Shine of Rainbows movie set in Ireland on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Toronto Transit Commission provided this bus to the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Steam Whistle Brewing's 1949 International truck nicknamed "Lumpy" was in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The "Steam Machine," Steam Whistle Brewing's 1967 Econoline van was in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Laois-Offaly's association walked in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The York Lions Steel Band performed from a float in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The York Lions Steel Band headed for the end of the St. Patrick's Day Parade on Queen Street on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Irish Choral Society of Canada rode in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Seanachai Irish Pub went mobile for the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The New Beaver Shrine Club came down Yonge Street with its popular parade entry in the parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The New Beaver Shrine Club's articulated float turned on to Queen Street in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The New Beaver Shrine Club 's float looked like a train headed down Queen Street in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Kildare marched down Yonge Street in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Durham Irish Association came down Yonge Street in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Optimists Alumni Drum Corps marched in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Optimists Alumni Drum Corps paused as they turned from Yonge Street onto Queen Street in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Kilkenny demonstrated their pride in being hurling champions in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Meath displayed its colours in the the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Leitrim marched down Yonge Street in the Toronto St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Leitrim's interpretation of St. Patrick marched in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Gilchrist-Canavan School of Irish Dance added its presence to the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A leaping leprechaun made his way down Yonge Street in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A leaping leprechaun left the ground on Yonge Street in Toronto, Ontario for St. Patrick's Day on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The County Dublin float was full of dancing in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The McConnell family's Irish Rose Pub sponsored this large float in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The rear of the Irish Rose Pub float appropriately included a bar in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A reminder that they were made in Ireland preceded a fleet of Deloreans in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A set of Delorean cars showed off their distinctive doors as they turned onto Queen Street in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
An especially souped-up Delorean was found in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Mayo chose an appropriate truck from Shamrock for the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The County Mayo float featured more dancing as it turned onto Queen Street in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Dara Calleary, Irish Minister of State, was promoting development even in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A very orange beard was noted walking in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The only colour of cotton candy that could be sold on St. Patrick's Day was for sale on Yonge Street on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A clown made his way down Yonge Street in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The contingent from Toronto Fire Services marched down Yonge Street in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Toronto Fire Services Pipe and Drum Band turned from Yonge Street onto Queen Street in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The colour guard of the Toronto Fire Services marched in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A long string of firefighters from Toronto Fire Services marched in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A pumper truck from Toronto Fire Services turned from Yonge Street onto Queen Street in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Two very different vehicles from Toronto Fire Services were side-by-side on Yonge Street on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A six-wheel vehicle from Toronto Fire Services was in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A ladder truck from Toronto Fire Services made the turn from Yonge Street onto Queen Street on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Fire Support 7 van drove in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Mothers Against Drunk Driving always had their display in the St. Patrick's Day Parade seen on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Another interpretation of St. Patrick was found walking in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Magnolia Brass Band had one of the more complicated signs in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Magnolia Brass Band marched down Yonge Street in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The O'Connor Irish Heritage House model was an annual presence in the St. Patrick's Day Parade seen on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Ayr-Paris Marching Band marched down Yonge Street during the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Ayr-Paris Marching Band during onto Queen Street near the end of the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Down had another ornate sign in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The McGinley School of Dance formed a small circle at Yonge and Queen in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The McGinley School of Dance grew its dancing circle at Yonge and Queen in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The McGinley School of Dance's circle reached its peak size at Yonge and Queen in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The McGinley School of Dance also had a float in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto_StPatricksParadeCountyCavan
County Cavan displayed its blue-toned colours in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Gaelic Athletic Association participated in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The County Fermanagh Association contributed its float of Irish culture to the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A leprechaun was noted on a vehicle in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
GO Transit and Metrolinx had a message on the destination board of their bus in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The end of the message on the destination board of the GO bus was observed in the parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The GO bus was decorated with shamrocks during the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Ramses Hillbilly Club entered its fleet in the St. Patrick's Day Parade including this hot tub on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The moving outhouse from the Hillbilly Club maneuvered onto Queen Street in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The large float from the Ramses Hillbilly Club was found in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Hillbilly Club Gals were also present in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Derry's delegation made its way down Yonge Street in the parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Scarborough Pipe and Drums marched in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A 1954 Packard ambulance from the Toronto Emergency Medical Services historic fleet was seen on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A modern Toronto EMS paramedic van turned from Yonge Street onto Queen Street in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
An EMS Support unit drove in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A modern EMS Chevy ambulance was decorated for the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Miller School of Irish Dance had just a small contingent in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Donegal showed its colours during the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Philippine Heritage Band was a constant presence in Toronto including the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Philippine Heritage Band turned from Yonge Street onto Queen Street in the parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Antrim's castle-like float turned onto Queen Street in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Canadian National Exhibition contributed this vehicle to the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Armagh was the last association in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
As always, a fake Popemobile brought up the rear of the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The fake Pope wore green at the end of the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-March-2010.
Building a Museum, 2010

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
Roundhouse Park was empty early on a winter morning, with three diesels and one steam engine visible on 6-February-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
Real snow did not come until February; Roundhouse Park was covered in snow when captured on 27-February-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
The railroad crossings at Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario were buried in the snow on 27-February-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
The miniature railroad tracks awaited plowing of the snow as observed in Roundhouse Park on 27-February-2010.

TRHA - Stereo
Jason Pelton installed a stereo on the roof of the caboose in the Roundhouse on 16-January-2010.

TRHA - Turntable Painting
Mike Salisbury worked on the painting of the miniature railway turntable on 16-January-2010.

TRHA - Pressure Cleaning
Michael Guy tested the pressure cleaner on the Pyke Crane in the John Street Roundhouse on 16-January-2010.

TRHA - Pyke Crane
Joshua Brown had completed the painting of the Pyke Crane in the John Street Roundhouse on 10-April-2010.

TRHA - Pyke Crane
The rear of the Pyke Crane looked much better after the completion of the painting job on 10-April-2010.

TRHA - Pyke Crane
The hooks of the Pyke Crane had been repainted into a very visible blue and red on 10-April-2010.

TRHA - Pyke Crane
Joshua Brown continued the process of painting the Pyke Crane outside the John Street Roundhouse on 24-April-2010.

TRHA - Pyke Crane
The former graffiti was essentially invisible on the rear of the Pyke Crane when observed on 24-April-2010.

TRHA - Pyke Crane
The Pyke crae backed under its own power on track #16 at the John Street Roundhouse on 15-May-2010.

TRHA - Pyke Crane
The Pyke crane had made it to the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 15-May-2010.

TRHA - Pyke Crane
The crane's mechanisms received service while sitting on the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse on 15-May-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Dan Garcia emerged from the F7 cab as he prepared the inside for the railroad simulator on 16-January-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Dan Garcia ground away remnant pieces on the F7 cab to be used for the railroad simulator on 16-January-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Dave Wetherald painted the doors of the F7 for the railroad simulator at the John Street Roundhouse on 16-January-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Stephen Gardiner prepares a part for the locomotive simulator in the roundhouse on 23-January-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Barry Silvergate and Dan Garcia continued work on the locomotive simulator at John Street on 23-January-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Dan Garcia worked on the grinding of the locomotive cab as simulator work progressed on 6-February-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Dave Wetherald worked on the new floor for the F7 cab in the John Street Roundhouse on 30-January-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Dan Garcia and Stephen Gardiner installed the new floor on the simulator cab on 13-February-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
The control stand in new red paint was noted installed inside the simulator cab on 20-February-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Without a front door, the F7 cab looked even more hollow in the John Street Roundhouse on 20-February-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Richard White worked on the sanding of the doors of the F7 for locomotive simulator on 20-February-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Dan Garcia worked on the sanding of the doors of the F7 locomotive in the stalls on 20-February-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
The sanding process revealed this lettering on one of the doors, "Keep Door Shut," on 20-February-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
A variety of F7 parts had been painted with primer when observed in the John Street Roundhouse on 20-February-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
More panels and doors were lined up alongside the F7, ready for installation on 27-February-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Doors from inside the F7 were arrayed outside the carbody in preparation for installation on 27-February-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Dan Garcia used a grinder on angle bar needed for the F7 Simulator cab on 27-February-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
A variety of supplies needed for the F7 Simulator work were noted in the cab of the locomotive on 27-February-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
The railroad simulator had the frame in the back of the cab mostly constructed on 27-February-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
A look out the windows of the F7 cab was taken from an interesting perspective on 27-February-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Dan Garcia observed a day's work on the railroad simulator in the John Street Roundhouse on 27-February-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Bondo had been used to patch up the right side of the F7 cab in the John Street Roundhouse by 6-March-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Another view of the newly-"bondo'ed" F7 cab in the John Street Roundhouse on 6-March-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
The rear floor had been installed for the Locomotive Simulator's F7 cab on 6-March-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Stephen Gardiner worked away at the grinding of surfaces in the locomotive simulator system on 6-March-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Stephen Gardiner painted primer in the locomotive simulator cab as observed on 6-March-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Stephen Gardiner had made significant progress in painting primer in the simulator cab on 13-March-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
The progress on the right side of the floor in the locomotive simulator cab was captured on 27-March-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
The progress on the left side of the floor in the locomotive simulator cab was captured on 27-March-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
The rear of the cab was shown with primer fully applied in the locomotive simulator cab on 27-March-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Stephen Couch assisted with the reconstruction of the F7 cab in the John Street Roundhouse on 10-April-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
The F7 numbered Dan Garcia? He appeared in the numberboards as work continued in the roundhouse on 10-April-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Dan Garcia worked on the doors to be re-installed on the locomotive simulator at the roundhouse on 24-April-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Dan Garcia worked on the painting of parts for the locomotive simulator in the stalls of the roundhouse on 24-April-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Stephen Gardiner was working on the new walls of the locomotive simulator in the roundhouse on 24-April-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Dan Garcia ensured the control stand was properly loaded on a forklift as it was removed on 15-May-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
The control stand was removed from the locomotive simulator using a forklift on 15-May-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
The control stand from the F7 cab was safely transported by the forklift at the John Street Roundhouse on 15-May-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Bob Dickson guided forklift operator Dave Wetherald in the John Street Roundhouse on 15-May-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
The control stand was viewed after its removal from the F7 in the John Street Roundhouse on 15-May-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
Another simulator, based on a U33C locomotive, had arrived at the John Street Roundhouse by 15-May-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
The nose of the U33C was prepared for attachment to the cab as seen in the roundhouse on 15-May-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
The control stand inside the U33C locomotive simulator was observed at the roundhouse on 15-May-2010.

TRHA - Simulator Construction
The U33C locomotive simulator had been assembled in the John Street Roundhouse by 26-May-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
James Resor held plans he was working on for the caboose restoration on 16-January-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Bob Dickson was working on the lumber for the caboose restoration in the John Street Roundhouse on 16-January-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Thomas Blampied worked on the lumber for the interior restoration of the caboose on 16-January-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
The interior of the caboose had been stripped of much rotting wood when observed on 16-January-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
With bracing in place, Bob Dickson continued the work of pulling up the floor of the caboose on 23-January-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Bob Dickson worked to remove rotted wood from the floor of the caboose in the John Street Roundhouse on 23-January-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Dave Fleming worked on the removal of paint from one of the caboose doors in the roundhouse on 30-January-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
The removal of wood from the side of the caboose was observed in the roundhouse on 30-January-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Stephen Bennett worked on the caboose restoration at the John Street Roundhouse on 30-January-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
James Resor looked at the day's progress on the caboose restoration in the roundhouse on 30-January-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Bob Dickson and James Resor consulted at a saw on the next step for the caboose restoration on 6-February-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Richard Morrison and Bob Dickson worked on wood for the caboose restoration on 13-February-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Thomas, Sergio, and James all worked on the new supports on the wall of the caboose on 13-February-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
A section of the new supports on the caboose right side wall was observed on 13-February-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
The interior surfaces were painted for their protection inside the caboose as worked continued on 20-February-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
James Resor and Bob Dickson moved more wood for use in the caboose restoration to the stalls on 20-February-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
James Resor painted test sections on the caboose with newly-acquired matching paint on 20-February-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
A variety of test painting performed on the proposed caboose red color was observed after drying on 27-February-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Dave Fleming worked with a heat gun to remove the paint from a door from the caboose on 27-February-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Dave Fleming posed with the door after its old paint was removed at the John Street Roundhouse on 6-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Dave Fleming continued with a new technique that took off both layers of paint at one time on 13-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Dave Fleming grinned as he continued paint removal work on the second door for the caboose on 13-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Sergio Garcia prepared a piece of woodwork for the caboose on a table saw in the roundhouse on 27-February-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Sergio Garcia and Stephen Gardiner engaged in dueling table saws at the John Street Roundhouse on 27-February-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Jim Gardiner and Lance Gleich worked on the assembly of a new wall inside the caboose on 27-February-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
James Resor, Jim Gardiner, and Lance Gleich worked on the new flooring in the caboose on 27-February-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Jason Pelton worked on scraping the sides of the caboose free of rust in preparation for painting on 6-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
New volunteer Ryan worked on the preparation of the sides of the caboose for painting on 6-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Serious progress had been made in the re-construction of the left wall of the caboose on 6-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
The left wall of the caboose was almost complete at the front end when observed on 6-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Richard White worked on nailing down fasteners on the left wall of the caboose on 13-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
The structure of the left wall had been completed when observed at the end of 13-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
The rear portion of the completed left wall structure was observed at the completion of work on 13-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
A wider view of the completed structure on the left side of the caboose was observed on 13-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
James Resor worked on the attachment of the the steel sheathing to the new caboose structures on 13-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
The left side of the caboose had been re-sheathed by the end of the work session on 13-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
A close-up of the new sheathing screws on the left side of the caboose was observed on 13-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Joshua Brown continued the work of scraping the old paint off the caboose in preparation for painting on 27-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
The process of re-building the wall in the caboose had started at the John Street Roundhouse on 20-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Bob Dickson and James Rasor put the tongue and groove wallboards back in position in the caboose on 20-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Bob Dickson hammered in the "Merry Christmas" board in the caboose while building the wall on 20-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
The work on the wall had nearly reached the window sill in the caboose by the end of the session on 20-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Another view of the partially reconstructed wall in the caboose was taken in the roundhouse on 20-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
By the end of 27-March-2010, the reconstruction of the wall had reached above the windows.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
The original "Merry Christmas" message had been restored on the left side of the caboose on 27-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Another view of the progress in reconstructing the left wall of the caboose interior was observed on 27-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
James Gardiner proceeded with the removal of the rotten wood from the right side wall of the caboose on 27-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Removed wood went through the windows of the caboose down to waste and recycling piles on 27-March-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
The right wall of the caboose had been removed down to the bare metal at the roundhouse on 3-April-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
The new wall supports had started to be cut for the right side of the caboose on 3-April-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Another view of the new supports for the right side of the caboose was taken on 3-April-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Sergio Garcia cut wood pieces for the window frames on the caboose under restoration on 10-April-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Dave Fleming continued his paint removal work, addressing a smaller window on 24-April-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Stephen Gardiner, Jim Gardiner, and James Rasor cut a long piece of wood using a drop saw on 24-April-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Jim Gardiner, Bob Dickson, and Sergio Garcia were all working with saws in the John Street Roundhouse on 24-April-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Sergio Garcia again worked on pieces requiring craftsman quality at the John Street Roundhouse on 24-April-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
The right side of the caboose had new flooring installed and beams nearly ready to be placed on 24-April-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Another view of the beams ready to be placed on the right side of the caboose was observed on 24-April-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
The caboose's interior was largely completed and being painted inside the roundhouse on 26-May-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
The caboose had been painted red on the outside as seen in the John Street Roundhouse on 15-May-2010.

TRHA - Caboose Restoration
Another view of the Toronto Hamilton & Buffalo caboose restored to its red paint was observed on 15-May-2010.

TRHA - Milling Machine
A used milling machine arrived at the John Street Roundhouse by trailer on 19-January-2010.

TRHA - Milling Machine
A forklift was used to lift the milling machine off the trailer outside the roundhouse on 19-January-2010.

TRHA - Milling Machine
Arno Martens guided the milling machine off the trailer outside the roundhouse on 19-January-2010.

TRHA - Milling Machine
Michael Guy drove the forklift as the milling machine was driven to a new location on the ground on 19-January-2010.

TRHA - Milling Machine
The milling machine was lowered after it cleared the trailer outside the John Street Roundhouse on 19-January-2010.

TRHA - Milling Machine
The milling machine was turned in order to get through the door to the John Street Roundhouse on 19-January-2010.

TRHA - Milling Machine
Now properly positioned, the milling machine could be picked up in a different location on 19-January-2010.

TRHA - Milling Machine
The milling machine was picked up to go through the door of the machine shop on 19-January-2010.

TRHA - Milling Machine
Michael Guy picked up the milling machine with a forklift for the trip through the door on 19-January-2010.

TRHA - Milling Machine
The milling machine disappeared through the door of the machine shop of the John Street Roundhouse on 19-January-2010.

TRHA - Milling Machine
The milling machine was pictured in its new location inside the John Street Roundhouse machine shop on 19-January-2010.

TRHA - Milling Machine
The forklift was again used to lift the head of the milling machine and deliver it to the same site on 19-January-2010.

TRHA - Milling Machine
Michael Guy drove the forklift with the milling machine head into position on 19-January-2010.

TRHA - Milling Machine
Arno Martens attached the milling machine head to the base in the machine shop on 19-January-2010.

TRHA - Milling Machine
Michael Guy and Arno Martens posed with the mostly-assembled milling machine in Toronto on 19-January-2010.

TRHA - CN Truck
A contractor truck in Canadian National livery made a delivery to Steam Whistle Brewery in Toronto on 19-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
A newly-constructed storage track outside the storage building was noted in Roundhouse Park on 23-January-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
The leftover rail from the miniature railway construction was found behind the depot on 26-May-2010.

TRHA - Locomotive Work
Arno Martens worked on the boiler of the Lesley locomotive after disassembly on 6-February-2010.

TRHA - Locomotive Work
Lance Gleich posed with the boiler of the Lesley locomotive after its removal from the frame on 6-February-2010.

TRHA - Locomotive Work
Parts of the Sweet Creek, Leslie, and miniature Whitcomb locomotive were all visible in the shops on 6-February-2010.

TRHA - Locomotive Work
The boiler of the Romulus sat awaiting work in the Blacksmith shop at the John Street Roundhouse on 6-March-2010.

TRHA - Locomotive Work
The Romulus locomotive chassis was prepared for cleaning in the Blacksmith shop of the roundhouse on 6-March-2010.

TRHA - Locomotive Work
Alan and Mike Salisbury had nearly re-assembled the Romulus locomotive as seen on 24-April-2010.

TRHA - Locomotive Work
Michael Guy constructed parts for the hood of the miniature Whitcomb locomotive on 6-February-2010.

TRHA - Locomotive Work
The new grilles for the miniature Whitcomb were installed when observed on 6-March-2010.

TRHA - Locomotive Work
The miniature Whitcomb was nearly ready for a test run at the John Street Roundhouse on 24-April-2010.

TRHA - Locomotive Work
A battery-powered locomotive was stored in the Blacksmith shop of the John Street Roundhouse on 6-March-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Depot
The Miniature Depot's interior was observed as vacated by the construction contractor as observed on 6-March-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Depot
The Miniature Depot was observed after its interior was painted and completed on 6-March-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Depot
The leads to the miniature depot to the turntable had been laid by the end of 27-March-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Depot
The turntable lead was complete, straight through to track #2 of the depot as observed on 10-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Depot
The essentially-completed miniature depot in Roundhouse Park was observed early on 24-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Depot
Another view of the completed miniature depot building was taken on the morning of 24-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Depot
Positioning holes for the miniature railway turntable had been drilled outside the depot on 24-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Depot
Joshua and Michael worked on the painting of the miniature railway turntable on 24-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Depot
New handles to make the miniature railway turntable easier to use were also installed on 24-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Depot
Progress had been made building the tracks inside the miniature depot as seen on 10-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Depot
Michael Guy moved one of the passenger cars back to the miniature railroad depot on 10-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Depot
Mike Salisbury cleared the line of obstructions as Michael Guy drove the diesel to the depot on 10-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Depot
Mike Salisbury and Michael Guy slowly watched the locomotive approach the miniature turntable on 10-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Depot
Mike Salisbury and Michael Guy operated the miniature turntable with the locomotive on board on 10-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Depot
The miniature F7 headed for its depot for the first time in Roundhouse Park on 10-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Depot
Richard White checked to see if the locomotive was actually inside the depot on 10-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Depot
Greg Salisbury worked on the horn for the miniature F7 diesel inside the depot on 10-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Depot
The steam locomotive had joined the diesel in the miniature depot in Roundhouse Park by 15-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
A new method to address the gauge at joints in the curved 2" rail was observed after installation on 5-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
A rail had been removed to improve the track on the lead to the miniature depot on 15-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
The work on the lead to the miniature depot had been completed by the end of the day on 15-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Ryan Ho worked on the ballast during track work at the turntable lead in Roundhouse Park on 19-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Arno Martens pried a tie loose from underneath the rails in Roundhouse Park on 19-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Michael Guy modified the end of a rail where it would attach to a new switch in Roundhouse Park on 19-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
The final switch, to the turntable lead, had been positioned in Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 19-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Michael Guy surveyed the newly-laid switch on the main line in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 19-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
By the end of the next day, the switch was connected to the main and the turntable lead straightened on 20-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
The curve away from the newly-installed switch was observed in Roundhouse Park on 20-April-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Some of the concrete sections needed to be ground down to ensure wheel clearance as shown on 17-May-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
A check or guard rail needed to be installed on the inside of some of the curves, as demonstrated on 17-May-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Michael Guy tweaked the east wye switch to better accommodate different equipment on 3-June-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Arno Martens was installing the ash pan on the "Sweet Creek" locomotive as Michael Guy watched on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Michael Guy, Dave Wetherald, and Arno Martens made final preparations on locomotive #3 on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Dave Wetherald cleaned locomotive #3, the "Sweet Creek," in preparation for a run on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
A diesel locomotive and a steam locomotive sat side-by-side outside the miniature railway depot on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Dave Wetherald and Michael Guy oiled the Sweet Creek locomotive outside the miniature depot on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Dave Wetherald and Michael Guy continued the process of oiling the "Sweet Creek" outside the depot on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The locomotive was moved back inside so Mike Salisbury could install a remade front truck part on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The firebox in the "Sweet Creek" was lit using a torch at the miniature railway depot on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
A compressor was providing a nice flow of air into the firebox, as observed during the firing process on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The "Sweet Creek" was steaming nicely and building boiler pressure outside the depot on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Michael Guy, Norm Betts, Dave Wetherald, and Lance Gleich waited for the boiler pressure to build on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Arno Martens, Michael Guy, and Mike Salisbury looked over the gauges on locomotive #3 on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Locomotive #3, the "Sweet Creek," moved forward under its own power for the first time of the year on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Michael Guy eased the "Sweet Creek" out onto the miniature railway turntable for the first time on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The "Sweet Creek" took a ride on the miniature railway turntable as its test run began on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Dave Wetherald, Arno Martens, Michael Guy, and Mike Salisbury took one last look at the gauges on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The "Sweet Creek" was eased off the turntable in Roundhouse Park and onto the lead on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Michael Guy ran 2-6-0 #3 along the turntable lead in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Signs of spring were clear in the background as #3 started its way across the walkway on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The John Street water tower loomed in the background as locomotive #3 continued its test run on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Locomotive #3 rounded the tight curve of the wye with the water tower, roundhouse, and Rogers Centre on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Locomotive #3 passed the "Roundhouse Park" sign for the first time on its test run on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Observers watched carefully as the "Sweet Creek" traversed a spring switch in Roundhouse Park on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Locomotive #3 ran down the deck outside Don Station in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The "Sweet Creek" came off the deck along Don Station and crossed full-size track #40 on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Locomotive #3 crossed full-size track #40 for the first time with the water tower in the background on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The "Sweet Creek" ran across the miniature railway crossing near the center of Roundhouse Park on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Union Station was in the background as the "Sweet Creek" approached Bremner Boulevard on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Michael Guy ran locomotive #3 along the tracks near Bremner Boulevard in Roundhouse Park on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The "Sweet Creek" passed the railway crossing gates across from the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Locomotive #3 ran over the brick walkway in Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Miniature 2-6-0 #3 was dwarfed by full size 4-8-4 #6213 in Roundhouse Park on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Locomotive #3 ran through a recently re-laid curve on the miniature mainline in Roundhouse Park on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The "Sweet Creek" crossed the other end of the brick walkway into Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The "Sweet Creek" was plowing ballast in an over-ballasted area of Roundhouse Park on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The "Sweet Creek" rounded a curve near full size track #40 in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Locomotive #3 ran past Cabin D, which was still undergoing restoration work on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The Toronto Convention Centre entrance was in the background as the "Sweet Creek" continued its run on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The (Fairmount) Royal York Hotel was in the background as locomotive #3 crossed a walkway on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The "Sweet Creek" passed the "summit" area of the miniature railway line in Roundhouse Park on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The "Sweet Creek" ran through the crossovers at the Roundhouse Park sign to complete its first circuit on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Now coupled to an actual train, the "Sweet Creek" prepared to run another circuit on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Locomotive #3 ran its test train past Don Station in Toronto, Ontario's Roundhouse Park on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The "Sweet Creek" and its test train ran along Bremner Boulevard in Toronto, Ontario on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The test train rounded the curve across the brick walkway in Roundhouse Park on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The test train entered the curve near full-size track #40 in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Locomotive #3 led the test train onto the straight track running to the east in Roundhouse Park on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The test train passed the crossing gates across the main walkway of Roundhouse Park in Toronto on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The Toronto Convention Centre entrance was in the background as the test train headed upgrade on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The view on-board the train was captured as the train passed the miniature railway water tower on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The view on-board was captured as the train approached the old crossing shanty in Roundhouse Park on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The view on-board will include this view of the base of the CN Tower approaching Bremner Boulevard on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The on-board view included the coaling tower and locomotive #6213 at Roundhouse Park in Toronto on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Former Canadian National locomotive #6213 dominated the background on-board the test train on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
New condominium buildings loomed in the distance as viewed from the miniature railway on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The on-board view as the train approached the crossing shanty from the other track was observed on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
A restoration worker offered his congratulations as the train passed Cabin D on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The view on-board the train was experienced near the summit of the miniature railway on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The water tower outside the John Street Roundhouse came into view on-board the test train on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The CN Tower again loomed in the distance as the test circuit came to an end on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The experimental pilot was collecting ballast during the test run of locomotive #3 on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
Locomotive #3 returned to the miniature railway turntable in Roundhouse Park on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Test Run
The locomotive would soon back into the depot after taking a spin on the turntable to end the day on 23-April-2010.

TRHA - Benches
Newly-acquired former VIA Rail Canada benches were stored at the John Street Roundhouse on 6-February-2010.

TRHA - Benches
These labels were noted on the former VIA Rail Canada benches that had been acquired by the TRHA on 6-February-2010.

TRHA - Catwalk View
The top of the Pyke crane was observed while on the catwalk above in the John Street Roundhouse on 13-March-2010.

TRHA - Catwalk View
A view of stalls 15 through 17 of the John Street Roundhouse was obtained from the outer catwalk on 13-March-2010.

TRHA - Catwalk View
The Whitcomb diesel and the Pyke crane were parked on stall 15 of the John Street Roundhouse as seen on 13-March-2010.

TRHA - Catwalk View
The roof of the tool boxcar was observed from the outer catwalk of the John Street Roundhouse on 13-March-2010.

TRHA - Catwalk View
The inner catwalk of the John Street Roundhouse was observed from the outer catwalk on 13-March-2010.

TRHA - Rope Pulley
A beam for a rope pulley, believed to originally be from stalls 1-11, was temporarily held in place on 13-March-2010.

TRHA - Rope Pulley
The rope pulley was properly installed and painted above stall 15 of the John Street Roundhouse on 13-March-2010.

TRHA - Boom
The boom removed from stall 30 had been re-installed between stalls 16 and 17 in the roundhouse on 10-April-2010.

TRHA - Column Painting
Wilson Lau painted the columns in the John Street Roundhouse in primer paint on 15-May-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
Canadian National GP7 #4803 sat on the turntable while steam 4-8-4 #6213 sat under the coaling tower on 18-March-2010.

TRHA - GP7 Comparison
A comparison was made between a real GP7 and an HO scale model of a GP7 owned by Joshua Brown on 3-April-2010.

TRHA - GP7 Comparison
The HO scale model of the GP7 was barely visible on the front walkway of the real GP7 on 3-April-2010.

TRHA - GP7 Comparison
The HO scale GP7 sat on the real GP7 underneath the CN Tower at the Roundhouse on 3-April-2010.

TRHA - GP7
The doors on Canadian National GP7 #4803 were open as the unit underwent maintenance work on 15-May-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
The railway crossing sign post spent its last morning in Roundhouse Park before replacement on 18-March-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
The new crossing gates had been fully cosmetically installed in Roundhouse Park by the end of 20-March-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
A good portion of the record 18-person volunteer team had lunch on the patio of Roundhouse Park on 20-March-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
The volunteer team ate lunch in Roundhouse Park with a locomotive shoot in the background on 20-March-2010.

TRHA - Photo Shoot
CP #7020, CN #4803, and CN #6213 coupled to TRHC #1 were lined up for a photo shoot on 20-March-2010.

TRHA - Photo Shoot
The diesels involved in the photo shoot, CP #7020, CN #4803, and TRHC #1, were noted outside on 20-March-2010.

TRHA - Photo Shoot
The 6213 apparently wanted to shop for furniture, facing Leon's Home Furnishings on 20-March-2010.

TRHA - Photo Shoot
The 6213 sat just behind the glass as viewed from inside Leon's Home Furnishings at the roundhouse on 20-March-2010.

TRHA - Photo Shoot
The 6213 and 4803, both CN locomotives, looked inside the former CP John Street Roundhouse on 20-March-2010.

TRHA - Photo Shoot
Another look at the ongoing photo shoot with the 6213 and the 4803 outside Leon's Home Furnishings on 20-March-2010.

TRHA - Photo Shoot
CN #4803 and CP #7020 peered inside Leon's Home Furnishing in the John Street Roundhouse on 20-March-2010.

TRHA - Photo Shoot
Canadian National GP7 #4803 looked inside Leon's Home Furnishing during a photo shoot on 20-March-2010.

TRHA - Photo Shoot
CN #6213, CN #4803, and CP #7020 looked inside the John Street Roundhouse on 20-March-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
A nicely-formed spider web was found on the pilot of the 7020 locomotive on the patio on 26-May-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
The Pyke crane and the 7020 locomotive were located on the patio outside the John Street Roundhouse on 26-May-2010.

TRHA - Vinegar Car
The vinegar car was newly unwrapped and sitting in the sun outside the John Street Roundhouse on 26-May-2010.

TRHA - Vinegar Car
A side view of the vinegar car was captured at the John Street Roundhouse on 26-May-2010.

TRHA - Vinegar Car
The inside of the vinegar car could be viewed with the help of a camera flash on 26-May-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
The former Canadian Pacific car "Cape Race" sat on the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse on 26-May-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
A side view of "Cape Race" was obtained as the car sat on the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse on 26-May-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
Canadian National GP7 #4803 and 4-8-4 #6213 sat near the coaling tower in Roundhouse Park on 26-May-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
A closer look at GP7 #4803 and 4-8-4 #6213 was obtained at Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 26-May-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Sign
The sign at Roundhouse Park along Bremner Boulevard was advertising the opening of the park on 22-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Banner
The Doors Open Toronto banner was displayed using the Pyke Crane at the John Street Roundhouse on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Panarama
The miniature train passed the crowds during Doors Open Toronto at Roundhouse Park on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Panarama
Crowds were noted around Don Station in the distance from the Bremner Boulevard side of Roundhouse Park on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Panarama
The Condos in the distance looked over the crowds in Roundhouse Park during Doors Open on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Panarama
A heritage train sat in the middle of Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario during Doors Open on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Panarama
Crowds were gathered around the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Panarama
The lineup to view the cab of the 6213 steam locomotive edged into the view turning to the right on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Panarama
The coaling tower loomed above the preserved Canadian National locomotives in Roundhouse Park seen on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Heritage Train
A heritage train made up of the Whitcomb locomotive, Fowler boxcar, and TH&B caboose was in the park on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Turntable Ride
A crowd was gathered on the turntable as it was moved 180 degrees during Doors Open Toronto on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Turntable
Two fans from the Blue Jays games attracted a lot of attention during their turntable ride on 30-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Hand Car
James Rasor served as brakeman as two visitors enjoyed the hand car ride on the turntable on 30-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Roundhouse
The interior of the museum stalls at the John Street Roundhouse was observed during Doors Open on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Simulators
The U33C simulator was fully operational inside the John Street Roundhouse during Doors Open on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Simulators
The line to board the F7 locomotive simulator was noted inside the John Street Roundhouse on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Locomotives
The line to view the cab of former Canadian National 4-8-4 steam locomotive #6213 was observed on 30-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Locomotives
The doors on former Canadian National GP7 #4803 were open to see inside at Roundhouse Park on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Caboose
Bob Dickson served as the interpreter inside the Toronto Hamilton & Buffalo caboose on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Crowd
A large crowd had gathered around the loading area for the miniature railway in Roundhouse Park on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Crowd
The line to board the miniature railway was observed outside Don Station in Roundhouse Park on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Miniature Railway
The miniature railway train behind "mini Whitcomb" #2 passed Don Station in Roundhouse Park on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Miniature Railway
The miniature train with Whitcomb #2 passed full-size Whitcomb #1 in Roundhouse Park in Toronto on 30-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Miniature Railway
The "Lesley" steam locomotive powered a miniature railway train near Bremner Boulevard on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Miniature Railway
Michael Guy attended to the "Lesley" at the water tower in Roundhouse Park on 29-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Miniature Railway
Three trains, one steam, and two internal combustion, were in this view of Roundhouse Park on 30-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Miniature Railway
The F7 locomotive powered a train through a quiet area of Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 30-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Miniature Railway
The miniature train with the F7 locomotive departed Don Station in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 30-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Auto
A fan from the condos above Roundhouse Park brought his period automobile down for Doors Open on 30-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Cabin D
Newly-restored Cabin D was drawing a steady stream of visitors to Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 30-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Cabin D
The bottom of the switching mechanisms in Cabin D were noted from the entrance area on 30-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Cabin D
Volunteer Paul Allison posed next to the mechanism inside Cabin D in Roundhouse Park on 30-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Cabin D
Toronto Railway Historical Association President Orin Krivel explained the levers in Cabin D on 30-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Cabin D
The manufacturer's name was clearly emblazoned on the lever mechanism at Cabin D in Toronto on 30-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Cabin D
Orin Krivel continued his discussion of the lever mechanisms inside Cabin D in Roundhouse Park on 30-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Cabin D
The original Cabin D sign was found behind the crowds inside the building during Doors Open on 30-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Group
A portion of the Toronto Railway Historical Association volunteers posed after the end of Doors Open on 30-May-2010.

TRHA - Doors Open Group
Another view of some of the Toronto Railway Historical Association volunteers was taken at the roundhouse on 30-May-2010.
Spring in Toronto, 2010

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Good Friday Procession was staged on Grace Street in Toronto, Ontario on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Flags opened the Good Friday Procession on Grace Street in Toronto, Ontario on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Banda De Fatima set the tone for the Good Friday Procession in Little Italy on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A drum from the Banda De Fatima was noted as they turned from Grace Street to Dundas Street on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
San Francesco Di Paola Associazone was one of the many local groups in the Good Friday Procession on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Signs such as this one narrated the story of Good Friday during the Good Friday Procession in Toronto on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Followers of Jesus accompanied him to Jerusalem as portrayed in the Good Friday Procession on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
This sign described the Passover meal's place in the story during the Good Friday Procession in Toronto on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Unleavened bread was carried in the Good Friday Procession down Grace Street in Toronto, Ontario on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A closer look at the unleavened bread was obtained during the Good Friday Procession in Toronto on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Confraternita Santa Rosalia had one of the many ornate signs carried during the Good Friday Procession on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
This sign narrated the betrayal by Judas during the Good Friday Procession on Grace Street in Toronto on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Another sign narrated the trial of Jesus during the Good Friday Procession in Toronto's Little Italy on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A portrayal of Jesus of Nazareth walking to his trial as captured during the Good Friday Procession on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A Roman soldier helped ensure that Jesus of Nazareth made its way to trial in the Good Friday Procession on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Jesus of Nazareth made his way to Herod during the Good Friday Procession in Toronto, Ontario on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Some of Jesus' followers trailed him to visit Herod in the Good Friday Procession in Little Italy on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The members of the Benvenuti All'irpinia Club had a very red presence in the Good Friday Procession on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A float portraying Jesus before Herod was one of a number of floats in the Good Friday Procession on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Madonna Delle Grazie carried this float of Jesus in Toronto's Good Friday Procession in Little Italy on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Federazione Dei Giovani was one of the younger community groups in the Good Friday Procession on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Jesus was handled roughly by his Roman escorts after his sentencing by Herod as portrayed on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
This sign explaining the condemnation of Jesus was carried in the Good Friday Procession in Toronto on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A man portraying Barabbas made his way in the Good Friday Procession in Toronto, Ontario on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Mammola Social Club moved down Grace Street in the Good Friday Procession in Toronto's Little Italy on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A float portraying Simon of Cyrene carrying the cross to the crucifixion was noted in the procession on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The procession preceding the crucifixion was a part of the Good Friday event in Toronto, Ontario on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Roman procession to the crucifixion made its way down Grace Street in Toronto, Ontario on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Simon of Cyrene carried the cross to the crucifixion of Jesus during the Good Friday Procession on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A group of women followed Jesus to the crucifixion during the Good Friday Procession in Toronto, Ontario on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The San Cataldi delegation from Weston participated in the Good Friday Procession on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Comitato San Cataldo was one of several groups speaking portions of the Good Friday story on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The float portrayed the crucifixion of Jesus of Nazareth during the Good Friday Procession in Toronto on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The crucifixion of Jesus Christ was carried down Grace Street during Toronto's Good Friday Procession on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Marys that attended the crucifixion of Jesus Christ were included in the Good Friday Procession on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Associazione Cattolica di Castelliri made its way down Grace Street in the Good Friday Procession on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A float showing the suffering of Jesus' mother was carried in the Good Friday Procession in Toronto on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Associazione Femminile brought blue color to the the Good Friday Procession in Toronto, Ontario on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Arciconfraternita di San Rocco made its way down a very crowded Grace Street on Good Friday, 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Malta Band played on Grace Street in Toronto, Ontario during the Good Friday Procession on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Cattolica Eraclea Social Club was in the the Good Friday Parade in Toronto's Little Italy on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
One of the last narration signs described Jesus' removal from the cross after the crucifixion on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Knights of Columbus made their way down Grace Street in Toronto, Ontario on Good Friday, 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The flag of the Associazone S.S. Crocifisso turned onto Dundas Street during the Good Friday Procession on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Associazone S.S. Crocifisso made its way down Grace Street during the Good Friday Procession on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A cross was always carried during the Good Friday Procession in Toronto, Ontario on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
This float portrayed the body of Jesus as carried after the crucifixion on Good Friday, 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Italia Band set the final tone for the Good Friday Procession through Little Italy in Toronto on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The end of the Good Friday Procession turned from Grace Street onto Dundas Street in Toronto on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The end of the Good Friday procession had already attracted quite a following on Dundas Street on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The end of the Good Friday Procession went up Montrose Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 2-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The start of the Beaches Easter Parade reached Beech Avenue along Queen Street East on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
This banner led the Beaches Easter Parade on Queen Street East in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Toronto Police's Mounted Unit headed down Queen Street East during the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Toronto Police Mounted Unit passed Ed's Real Scoop on Queen Street East in Toronto on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Toronto Police's 1957 Chevrolet patrol car drove in the Toronto Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Toronto Police's 1983 Plymouth Caravelle patrol car drove in the Toronto Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
"Blinky," once used in youth outreach programs, was towed in the Toronto Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Toronto Transit Commission's contribution to the Beaches Easter Parade approached on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The TTC's PCC streetcar #4549, built in 1951, rolled down Queen Street East in the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The TTC's 1923 Peter Witt streetcar #2766 ran down Queen Street East during the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Children rode the TTC's Peter Witt street in the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Toronto Fire's Colour Guard marched in the Beaches Easter Parade at Queen and Beech on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A portion of Toronto Fire's Colour Guard paused in front of Ed's Real Scoop on Queen Street East on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Toronto Fire Colour Guard again got underway in the Beaches Easter Parade on Queen Street East on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Toronto Fire's Support 7 van drove in the Beaches Easter Parade down Queen Street East on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Royal Canadian Legion's Pipe Band from Hamilton, Ontario, marched in the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Boy Scouts marched in the Beaches Easter Parade down Queen Street East in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A 1954 Packard Ambulance drove in the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A 1985 Dodge ambulance from Toronto's Emergency Management Service was in the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A modern Chevrolet ambulance from the Toronto Emergency Management Service was in the Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
More of the specialty vehicles from Toronto's Emergency Management Service drove in the Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A policewoman handed out candy to children along Queen Street East during the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A pair of Smart cars introduced the Grand Marshall of the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Harlem Globetrotter Blenda Rodriguez served as the Grand Marshall of the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Beaches Lions Club's District Governor received a ride in the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Organization for the Adoption of Animals always participated in the Beaches Easter Parade, as on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Greyhounds In Need Of Adoption were dressed for the holiday in the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Neighbourhood Link and Senior Link were a local participant in the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Lindt Gold Bunny was a popular source of candy during the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Community Centre 55 contributed another bunny to the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Community Centre 55's Jason Balgopal received a ride down Queen Street East in the Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Community Centre 55 Band marched in the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Lick's ice cream may have been confused about the animal that went with Easter as seen on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Seagull Classic Reproductions contributed this float in the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Sandra Bussin, the local City Councillor, had an interesting ride in the Toronto Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A unicyclist performed in the Beaches Easter Parade on Queen Street East in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A Segway scooter from Pizza Pizza made its way down Queen Street East during the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Toronto Signals Band's Colour Guard made its way down Queen Street East in the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The drums of the Toronto Signals Band marched down Queen Street East in the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Cub and Scout Troup Band made its way past the Valu-Mart on Queen Street East during the Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A fleet of Go-Carts were a part of the Cub Scouts contribution to the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Horizon Martial Arts was another local business participating in the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Sullivan's Chocoloate and Teas was another popular participant in the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Ed's Real Scoop contributed this Triumph TR6 sports car to the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Parkway Honda was amongst the sponsors participating in the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Falun Dafa Band was a staple in all Toronto Parades, including the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Falun Dafa Band band passed the Beach Valu-Mart along Queen Street East in Toronto on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Storm Troopers from Star Wars marched down the Queen Street East during the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Beach Studio Tour was promoted during the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Monkey Club, an event-organizing business, marched in the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The pink bus of the Monkey Club drove down Queen Street East in the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Balmy Beach Canoe Club was another of the local organizations in the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
An employee of Canada Search and Rescue passed out candy to children along the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Stonehedge Foundations always had an interesting contribution to the Beaches Easter Parade, as on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Cheer Squad of the Malvern Band performed on Queen Street East during the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Malvern Band marched in the Beaches Easter Parade through Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Stonehedge Foundations' truck was appropriately decorated for the holiday as observed on Easter Sunday, 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Stonehedge Foundations float always brought an interesting scene to the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Scarborough Central Lions Club's classic Rugby fire truck drove in the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Forward Baptist Church was among the few organizations invoking the original meaning of Easter on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Girl Guides contributed this truck to the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The East Beaches Community Association participated in the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Ashbridges Bay Yacht Club contributed an appropriate vessel to the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The York Lions Steel Band performed in the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Beach Business Improvement Association promoted itself during the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Starlight Cheerleaders were participants in the Toronto Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The decorated truck of the Freaky Flickers drove in the Toronto Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Miss Canada Tourism Seraphima Malkina was amongst the pageant winners in the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Westwood Sailing Club had a child-sized contribution to the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Newbeaver Shrine Club's popular train drove in the Toronto Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A group from Ted Reeve Hockey walked in the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
There has to be a Zamboni in a Toronto Parade with this one from the Ted Reeve Community Arena on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A roller-blader passed out candy to the children along the Beaches Easter Parade route on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Ziba Salara and Celeste Borshese of the Miss Canada pageant were in the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Art Garage contributed this truck to the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Toronto Roofing drove a set of classic cars in the Toronto Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
St. Aidans Anglican Church was one of the few churches in the Easter Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The President of the Beaches Lions Club was a fixture in the Beaches Easter Parade, seen on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Beaches Samba Band performed in the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Lions Club float included the Beaches Samba Band in the Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Easter Parade
What everyone was waiting for--the Easter Bunny closed the Toronto Beaches Easter Parade on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Monolithic Sidewalk
An unusual "Monolithic Sidewalk" sign marked a sidewalk that could not be covered with snow in Toronto on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - R.C. Harris Water Treatment Plant
The grounds of the R.C. Harris Water Treatment Plant were viewed from Queen Street East in Toronto on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - R.C. Harris Water Treatment Plant
Several levels of the R. C. Harris Water Treatment Plant were in view from beach level in Toronto on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - R.C. Harris Water Treatment Plant
The R.C. Harris Water Treatment Plant, built in 1932, was viewed along Lake Ontario in Toronto on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Beaches
The beach(es) of eastern Toronto, Ontario were viewed from the R.C. Harris Water Treatment Plant on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Lake Ontario
A view across Lake Ontario was taken from the eastern end of the Beach(es) in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Scarborough Beaches
A view east at the shore of Lake Ontario was taken at the former Toronto/Scarborough border on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Scarborough Cliffs
The Scarborough Cliffs were just visible along Lake Ontario from the border of Old Toronto on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Humber Bay
The mouth of the Humber River into Lake Ontario was viewed in Toronto, Ontario on 8-June-2010.

Toronto - Bloor West Village Sign
This sign celebrating the world's first Business Improvement Association, Bloor West Village, was seen on 10-May-2010.

Toronto - Ontario Flag
New Ontario flags had been mounted throughout the Bloor West Village neighbourhood as seen on 12-April-2010.

Toronto - Scilla
The emergence of scilla in the Lambton Woods area of Toronto helped mark the beginning of spring on 14-April-2010.

Toronto - Humber Goose
A Canada goose thought about going to sleep in the middle of the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 14-April-2010.

Toronto - Northern Cardinal
A male Northern Cardinal came out of hiding in the Lambton Woods area of Toronto, Ontario on 14-April-2010.

Toronto - Blue Jay
A Blue Jay was noted moving around Lambton Park in Toronto, Ontario on 16-May-2010. The baseball team won that day.

Toronto - Blue Jay
The Blue Jay moved to a more cluttered scene of branches in Toronto, Ontario's Lambton Park on 16-May-2010.

Toronto - Dusky Flycatcher
A Dusky Flycatcher seemed to be content to pose for photographs at Lambton Park in Toronto, Ontario on 16-May-2010.

Toronto - Northern Rough Green Snake
A Northern Rough Green Snake was noted pausing on a pathway in Lambton Park in Toronto, Ontario on 16-May-2010.

Toronto - Rennie Pond
Rennie Pond was observed as it was approached from the centre of Swansea in Toronto, Ontario on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - Rennie Pond
The upper reaches of Rennie Pond in the Swansea neighbourhood of Toronto, Ontario were viewed on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - Rennie Creek
Spring growth was very apparent along Rennie Creek in the Swansea neighbourhood of Toronto, Ontario on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
An iron sculpture was found surrounded with spring flowers in western High Park in Toronto on 29-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
Another iron sculpture was noted near the Grenadier Restaurant in Toronto's High Park on 29-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
The hillside facing toward Grenadier Pond featured some spring colours in Toronto's High Park on 29-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
Lake Ontario was just visible in the distance from the hillside gardens of High Park in Toronto on 29-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
The Maple Leaf meadow was located next to Grenadier Pond in Toronto's High Park as observed on 29-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
The "trackless train" passed the Maple Leaf meadow in Toronto's High Park on 29-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
A monument to the "25th anniversary" of the Portuguese Community was erected in High Park in 1978, seen 29-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
Grenadier Pond at the edge of Toronto's High Park was observed from the Queensway on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
A swan was a reminder why the adjoining neighbourhood was named Swansea in Grenadier Pond on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
A willow tree was noted on the shore of Grenadier Pond in Toronto's High Park on 29-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
A pink-colored cherry blossom tree was noted in Toronto's High Park near the Queensway on 29-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
The trackless train passed some Japanese Cherry Blossoms along Grenadier Pond in Toronto on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
This plaque explained the origin of the Japanese Cherry Blossoms in Toronto's High Park on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
The Japanese Cherry Blossoms were blooming in Toronto, Ontario's High Park on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
A grove of Japanese Cherry Blossoms were noted in middle of High Park in Toronto, Ontario on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
The trackless train ran through the grove of Japanese Cherry Blossoms in Toronto, Ontario on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
A line of Japanese Cherry Blossoms lined a pathway in High Park in Toronto, Ontario on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
A closer look at the Japanese Cherry Blossoms in Toronto's High Park was taken on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park
The south end of the Duck Pond in Toronto's High Park featured cormorants as well as ducks on 29-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
A small herd of llamas grazed in the mini-zoo at High Park in Toronto, Ontario on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
A West Highland bull enjoyed an afternoon snack at the mini-zoo in Toronto's High Park on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
An emu looked for attention at the mini-zoo in High Park in Toronto, Ontario as seen on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
This yak was likely not looking forward to increasing temperatures at the High Park Zoo in Toronto on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
A bison relaxed at the mini-zoo located in Toronto, Ontario's High Park on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
The bison were shedding in the summer heat by the time they were observed in the High Park Zoo on 8-June-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
A Barbary Sheep ram did not seem interested in visitors at the mini-zoo in Toronto's High Park on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
A Barbary Sheep ewe went for a stroll in its habitat in the mini-zoo of High Park in Toronto, Ontario on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
The Barbary Sheep were most interested in eating lunch at the High Park Zoo in Toronto on 8-June-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
A Barbary Sheep kid searched for food in a dry trough at the High Park Zoo in Toronto, Ontario on 8-June-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
A peacock attended to some self-grooming at the mini-zoo in Toronto's High Park on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
A Mouflon Sheep ram posed in its habitat at the mini-zoo in Toronto's High Park on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
Mouflon Sheep lambs enjoyed an afternoon snack at the mini-zoo in Toronto's High Park on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
A small herd of White Fallow Deer enjoyed an afternoon snack at the mini-zoo in Toronto's High Park on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
A white fallow deer buck looked toward the observers at the mini-zoo in Toronto's High Park on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
The White Fallow Deer buck appeared to be finding his straw absolutely exquisite at the High Park Zoo on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
The White Fallow Deer were all sleeping in the shade when observed at the High Park Zoo in Toronto on 8-June-2010.

Toronto - Arrow Sign
A classic Canadian adjustable-arrow sign was found on the Bloor Street Humber River bridge on 21-May-2010.

Toronto - No Pavement Sign
This unusual "no pavement" sign was found on Old Weston Road at the Junction in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Junction Construction
A variety of pile drivers and cranes was found at the grade separation project in the Junction on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Junction Construction
A crane rested for the Easter holiday at the Junction in Toronto, Ontario on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Junction Construction
A pile driver awaited a return to duty after the Easter holiday in the Junction on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Junction Construction
Some of the piles already driven into the ground were found north of Old Weston Road in Toronto on 4-April-2010.

Toronto - Carleton Village Public School
Construction progress was noted at the Carleton Village Public School in Toronto, Ontario on 1-April-2010.

Toronto - Historic Ladder Truck
The doors to Toronto Fire Station #422 were open such that an historic LaFrance ladder truck was visible on 1-June-2010.

Toronto - Lower Bay Station
The platforms at Lower Bay Station were observed from a detouring subway train on 22-May-2010.

Toronto - Lower Bay Station
The Lower Bay platforms were observed from the detouring Bloor-Danforth subway train on 22-May-2010.

Toronto - Lower Bay Station
The subway train pulled up to a stop signal at Lower Bay Station during a weekend-long diversion on 22-May-2010.

Toronto - Dufferin Jog Construction
The construction on the Dufferin Jog removal was observed from Queen Street West in Toronto on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - Dufferin Jog Construction
Some of the equipment used in the Dufferin Jog removal construction was seen on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - Dufferin Jog Construction
The blunt end of the old railroad bridge was observed during the Dufferin Jog removal project on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - Dufferin Jog Construction
Another view of the temporarily "bridge to nowhere" was noted at the Dufferin Jog removal on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - Dufferin Jog Construction
A view south toward the Dufferin Jog removal project was taken from old end of Dufferin Street on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - Gladstone Hotel
The 1889 Gladstone Hotel was still open for business at Queen and Gladstone in Parkdale on 22-April-2010.

Toronto - Inukshuk
Inukshuks are everywhere, including the base of the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 3-June-2010.

Toronto - Police 1957 Chevy
The Toronto Police's 1957 Chevrolet was found parked in front of 22 Division on Bloor Street West on 6-May-2010.

Toronto - Police 1957 Chevy
The Toronto Police's 1957 Chevrolet was sitting on the side of Bloor Street West near Islington station on 6-May-2010.

Toronto - Police 1957 Chevy
The Canadian and Toronto flags flew in the background of the Toronto Police's 1957 Chevy on 6-May-2010.

Toronto - World Cup Car
The first car I noticed with a World Cup flag was this Brazilian example on Windermere in Toronto on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
The start of the Jane's Walk along the Garrison Creek Discovery Walk route was outside Christie Station on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
The leader of this Jane's Walk was Karen Sun, city council candidate in Ward 19, on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
This sign showed the Discovery Walk route that we would be following on this day, 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
Karen Sun explained the history of Christie Pits Park in Toronto, Ontario during a Jane's Walk on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
This plaque explained the history of the Christie Pits Riots at Christie Pits Park in Toronto on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
The Jane's Walk proceeded through the Bickford Centre south of Bloor Street in Toronto on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
Jane's Walk guide Karen Sun pointed out a Serviceberry plant at Bickford Park in Toronto on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
Garrison Creek ran underneath Bickford Park in Toronto, Ontario, as observed during the Jane's Walk on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
The participants in the Jane's Walk spread out in Bickford Park in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
Garrison Creek flowed beneath this pungent grate found in Bickford Park in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
The remains of the one-time bridge which took Harbord Street over Garrison Creek still stood on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
A view of the sidewalk side of the former bridge over Garrison Creek on Harbord Street was seen on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
The Jane's Walk on Garrison Creek gathered for another talk in Harbord Park in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
A Crimson King maple tree demonstrated its spring form in Harbord Park in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
This plaque explained the Memory Banks art project along the route of the Garrison Creek Discovery Walk on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
Garrison Creek was underground, but this part of the Memory Banks artwork reminded of its presence on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
More of the Memory Banks project was noted at the intersection of Montrose Avenue and Crawford Street on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
The Jane's Walk along Garrison Creek headed down Crawford Street into the Little Italy neighbourhood on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
Special curbs were found along the route of Garrison Creek including this one at College Street on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
The spring condition of an elm tree was noted along College Street in Toronto, Ontario on a Jane's Walk on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
Fred Hamilton Park was notable for a nearly mono-species and mono-age set of trees in Toronto on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
A Manitoba Maple broke the mostly Norway Maple monopoly on tree cover at Fred Hamilton Park on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
Pipes taking the odor of the underground Garrison Creek above human level were noted on Harrison Street on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
A closer look at the pipes for the ventilation of underground Garrison Creek were noted on Harrison Street on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
A typical view of former coach houses was noted along Roxton Road Parkette in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
A stereotypical Little Italy front garden was found along Roxton Road in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
Not long after passing the "Il Gatto Nero" restaurant, a genuine black cat was found on a porch on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
The Trinity-Bellwoods Park sign had been turned into "Pretty Bell Nods" along Shaw Street in Toronto on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
The Simon Bolivar bust in Toronto's Trinity-Bellwoods Park had been cleaned of graffiti on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
This plaque explained the history of the Crawford Street Bridge over Garrison Creek in Toronto on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
Only the top of the Crawford Street Bridge over Garrison Creek still remained with the rest underground on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
Yellow fish had been painted on the pathway in Trinity-Bellwoods Park to indicate drainage to Lake Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
Trinity-Bellwoods Park's "dog bowl" or ravine was viewed from the Jane's Walk in Toronto on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
A crabapple tree was noted in full spring color at Trinity-Bellwoods Park in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
The replica gates of Trinity College were noted along Queen Street West at Trinity-Bellwoods Park on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
The former location of Igor Kenk's bicycle shop was boarded up on Queen Street West on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
As a rain shower passed through, the Jane's Walk approached Stanley Park in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
This artwork of a scorpion was part of a series on Walnut Avenue in Toronto near Stanley Park on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
The next artwork in the series was of a frog along Walnut Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
Artwork of a turtle was noted Walnut Avenue in Toronto, Ontario during the Garrison Creek Jane's Walk on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
It seemed somewhat appropriate that it had just rained before seeing these aquatic species artworks on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
A snail was the final piece of species art along Walnut Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
The Jane's Walk on Garrison Creek paused at the Garrison Creek plaque along Walnut Avenue on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
The map of Garrison Creek on Walnut Avenue was identical to that at Trinity-Bellwoods Park, seen on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
Another example of the Garrison Creek logo was found at the Bathurst Street bridge over the railway lands on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Garrison Creek Jane's Walk
Karen Sun wrapped up the Garrison Creek Jane's Walk at Fort York in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Fort York Telltale
This old telltale for a Bathurst Street underpass revealed the former site of a railway spur at Fort York on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
The gathering of the Jane's Walk on pedestrian infrastructure took place at King and Bathurst in Toronto on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
Dylan Reid, a senior editor at Spacing Magazine, was the leader of the pedestrian infrastructure walk on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
Dylan Reid's work co-chairing the Toronto Pedestrian Committee gave him perspective for this Jane's Walk on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
Dylan Reid pointed out the issues of curb radius and markings for the disabled at King and Bathurst on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
This section of sidewalk along King Street West served as an example of neglected infrastructure on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
This planter along King Street West served as a mediocre example of protecting trees on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
A planter funded by a local Business Improvement Association provided a good example of protection on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
A leaning pole next to a more modern pole showed the overabundance of infrastructure on sidewalks on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
A poorly-designed, privatized garbage can was an example of sidewalk infrastructure on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
Waterloo Terrace, with its single address (8), was one of the stranger streets in Toronto on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
Dylan Reid talked about various alternatives for the configuration of Adelaide Street in Toronto on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
A great example of a "Pedestrian Clearway" was found along King Street West in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
The patio on this sidewalk violated the 2.1 meter clearance for a clearway on King Street West on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
Rather interesting aesthetics were found at 83-85 Portland Street in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
The challenge of dealing with a jog intersection was demonstrated at Wellington and Portland in Toronto on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
This sign explained the restoration of Victoria Memorial Square Park in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
Victoria Memorial Square Park was the site of the first European cemetery in Toronto, inspiring this art on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
A monument to the War of 1812 was found in the center of Victoria Memorial Square Park on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
The British flag flew above Victoria Memorial Square Park in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
The Jane's Walk demonstrated how a "desire path" went straight across a gas station parking lot on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
Clarence Square Park provided another great example of a "desire path" leading to the Spadina crosswalk on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
Dylan Reid wrapped up the Jane's Walk on pedestrian infrastructure at Clarence Square Park on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Pedestrian Jane's Walk
The group gathered at the end of the Jane's Walk at Clarence Square Park in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Victoria Cross Plaque
This plaque talked about the first Victoria Cross awarded at Clarence Square Park in Toronto on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
The Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) loomed above The Grange at Grange Park in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
The oldest brick house in Toronto, The Grange had been constructed in 1817 for D'Arcy Boulton, seen 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
Max Allen of the Grange Park Resident's Association introduced the Jane's Walk on Grange Park on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
Max Allen introduced the shortest Jane's Walk at The Grange in Toronto's Grange Park on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
The Frank Gehry staircase of the Art Gallery of Ontario loomed above The Grange on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
The James A. Reid Wing of the Ontario College of Art and Design (OCAD) stood east of The Grange on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
A one-time washroom facility for the wading pool at Grange Park, long-since closed, still stood on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
The famous Ontario College of Art and Design main building stood on stilts overlooking Grange Park on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
The view from The Grange south toward the park and to the CN Tower beyond was observed on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
The University Settlements Arts and Music School was located near the southeast corner of Grange Park on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
St. George the Martyr's tower was observed from John and Stephanie Streets in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
St. George the Martyr's tower was the only part of the original building still standing on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
A delight of Jane's Walks occurs when a local resident shows up to add to the stories prepared by the guide, 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
The Grange Park Jane's Walk had wandered over to the Phoebe Street Apartments on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
The eastern building of the Phoebe Street Apartments demonstrated how a new building could blend in on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
The western building of the Phoebe Street Apartments also blended into the local community on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
A nice decorated fence was found along Phoebe Street in Toronto, Ontario on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
The Jane's Walk group managed to enter the courtyard of the Phoebe Street Apartments on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
The courtyard of the Phoebe Street Apartments had once been open to the public, observed on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
Another look at the spring colours in the Phoebe Street Apartments was obtained on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Grange Park Jane's Walk
The fountains in the Phoebe Street Apartments courtyard were flowing during the Jane's Walk on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - University of Toronto
The northwest corner of the University of Toronto, called 371 Bloor Street, was built in 1910 and seen on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - University of Toronto
Interesting domino art was found at Bloor and Spadina on the University of Toronto on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
The Canadian Pacific Building, highest in Toronto in 1912 with 15 storeys, opened a Jane's Walk on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
One King West opened in 1914 as the Dominion Bank Building, observed from Yonge Street on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
The original vault from the Dominion Bank remained in One King West, as observed during the Jane's Walk on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
A closer look at the Dominion Bank vault, now rentable space in One King West, was taken on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
The Canadian Bank of Commerce building at 34 storeys was the tallest in the British Empire in 1930, seen 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
The entrance to the 1930 Canadian Bank of Commerce building, now Commerce Court North, was observed on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
A closer look at the entrance to Commerce Court North, the tallest building in Toronto until 1962, was seen 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
Symbolism, including squirrels, was important in the ornamentation of Commerce Court North seen on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
Kristine Williamson led the "Skyscrapers of the Financial District" Jane's Walk in Toronto, Ontario on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
Commerce Court West, designed by I.M. Pei, was completed in 1972, at 57 storeys then tallest in Canada, seen 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
The Toronto-Dominion Centre was largely designed by Ludwig Mies van der Rohe, observed on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
The CN Tower was visible between the buildings of the Toronto-Dominion Centre on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
The CN Tower was reflected in the bronze-tinted glass of the Toronto-Dominion Centre's banking pavilion on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
The outside beams of the Toronto-Dominion Centre were purely decorative in nature, observed on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
The Toronto-Dominion Centre had its own font used throughout the complex, which opened in 1967, seen 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
The plot of open green space in the Toronto-Dominion Centre had been named Oscar Peterson Place in 2004, seen 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
Seven cows made up "The Pasture," referring to the Bible, sat at Oscar Peterson Place Toronto, Ontario on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
A cow from Joe Fafard's "The Pasture" was noted at the Toronto-Dominion Centre in Toronto on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
The 1975 First Canadian Place, home of the Bank of Montreal, was the tallest in Canada with 72 levels seen on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
The marble cladding of the First Canadian Place was in the process of being replaced with glass on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
Many corner offices marked the Royal Bank Plaza South Tower, completed in 1979 with 40 storeys, seen 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
Canadian Boris Zerafa designed the Royal Bank Centre, whose entrance was observed during the Jane's Walk on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
While this looked like a historic block, this was just a facade of Brookfield Place at Yonge and Wellington on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
The facade of Brookfield Place was observed along Wellington Street in Toronto, Ontario on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
The Adam Lambert Galleria in Brookfield place, was an impressive space evoking a forest opened in 1992, seen 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
The roof of the Adam Lambert Galleria was observed during the Jane's Walk on Financial District Skyscrapers on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
Kristine Williamson led the "Skyscrapers of the Financial District" Jane's Walk inside the Galleria on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
Different finishes marked the marble flooring from Minnesota and Texas inside the Adam Lambert Galleria on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
The facade of 13 Wellington Street had been restored inside the Adam Lambert Galleria, observed on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
The 1845 facade of 13 Wellington Street, now inside the Adam Lambert Galleria, was photographed on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Skyscraper Jane's Walk
A globe was noted atop the 1845 facade of 13 Wellington Street inside the Adam Lambert Galleria on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - GM New Look Bus
1981-built GM "New Look" bus #2265 still worked the 6 Bay route for the Toronto Transit Commission on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
Madeleine McDowell seemed in awe of the large group for her "Laneways of Runnymede" Jane's Walk on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
Madeleine McDowell prepared to give her first talk on the "Lanes of Runnymede" Jane's Walk on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
The former location of the Runnymede Dairy was noted during the "Lanes of Runnymede" Jane's Walk on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
Madeleine McDowell paused for a talk on a laneway in Runnymede during the Jane's Walk on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
The Runnymede area was part of a black oak savanna including this tree noted from a laneway on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
The Lyndhurst exchange (767 after 1955) for the Bell Company was once located in this building observed on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
The "Laneways of Runnymede" Jane's Walk group gathered at a corner for another talk on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
Lysteria was noted in the laneways of Runnymede during the Jane's Walk on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
Walk leader Madeleine McDowell checked for a sight pointed out by a Jane's Walk participant on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
Butcher Art Hiron once worked at Elizabeth and Louise, now Runnymede and St. John in Toronto, Ontario, seen 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
The left-hand portion of this building on St. John in Toronto had once been a tailor shop, observed on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
Madeleine McDowell led the "Laneways of Runnymede" Jane's Walk back into the laneways on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
A street hockey game was cleared from the laneway in front of the advancing Jane's Walk group on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
This structure along a laneway had once been a dairy farm's barn, observed during the Jane's Walk on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
This building along the laneway had once been a knitting plant and then a broom factory, photographed on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
Madeleine McDowell guided a large group down the "Laneways of Runnymede" on a Jane's Walk on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
An example of a carriage house expanded to into an actual residence was found along the laneways on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
The one-time Crawford House was observed across the fence from the laneway behind it on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
The garage at the Crawford house still showed where the entrances for pigeons had been located, observed on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
Madeleine McDowell's grandparents had once lived at this house upon their arrival in the neighbourhood, seen 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
An historic black oak was found on the grounds of Runnymede Presbyterian Church in Toronto, Ontario on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
Madeleine McDowell showed a picture of the B??by House where it had once stood near Jane Street on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
The "Laneways of Runnymede" Jane's Walk prepared to cross Jane Street in Toronto, Ontario on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
An historic white oak was noted in the back yard of a house along B??by Point Road in Toronto, Ontario on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
The "Laneways of Runnymede" Jane's Walk paused for a talk on the old Belt Line Railroad right-of-way on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
The "Laneways of Runnymede" Jane's Walk came to an end in Lessard Park overlooking the Humber River on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
Madeleine McDowell wrapped up the "Laneways of Runnymede" Jane's Walk at Lessard Park on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Runnymede Jane's Walk
Edith George spoke briefly about the effort to save historic trees in Toronto, Ontario at Lessard Park on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
HiMY SYeD gave the introduction to a Jane's Walk outside the Ossington subway station in Toronto on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
Tino's Shoe Repair in this block of Ossington Avenue was seeing shoes abandoned, part of the Dark Future on 2-May-2010?

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
Note the half of the parking lot done in stones and half the lot decaying in pavement near Ossington on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
HiMY SYeD's classic laneway view was observed near the Ossington subway station in Toronto, Ontario on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
St. Mary's Ukrainian Catholic Church, on the eastern calendar, was noted in Toronto, Ontario on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
HiMY SYeD stood in a labyrinth that he had created in his neighbourhood of Toronto, Ontario on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
The labyrinth that had been removed at the end of Roblocke Avenue in Toronto, Ontario was observed on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
The crooked houses of Shaw Street were noted starting with the 870/872 duplex on the evening of 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
This view of the 870/872 Shaw duplex did not make it obvious that it was leaning badly on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
The duplex of 862/864 Shaw was crooked since it sat on a landfill site near Christie Pitts Park on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
A closer look at the 862/864 Shaw duplex, under repair as a result of its leaning foundation, was taken on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
The side of the 862/864 Shaw duplex while it was being completely remade was noted on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
The 866/868 Shaw Street duplex in Toronto, Ontario was also leaning badly because of the landfill on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
A closer look at the 866/868Shaw duplex partially masked the crooked nature of its foundation on 1-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
1016 Shaw Street in Toronto, well-known as the Very Greek House, was visited on the Jane's Walk on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
The owner was working on his over-the-top Greek-themed home at 1016 Shaw Street in Toronto on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
A close-up of the owner painting a component of his Greek-themed home was taken in Toronto, Ontario on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
HiMY SYeD discussed the concept of cultural amnesia in front of a white elephant during the Jane's Walk on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
The white elephant stood in front of 72 Yarmouth Road in Toronto, Ontario, the owner's student project seen 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
A mural was noted on the side of the Fiesta Farms along Willowvale Lane, typical of area murals on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
The ballfields at Christie Pits Park in Toronto were viewed during the Dark Future Jane's Walk on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
HiMY SYeD described what had happened during the 2009 garbage strike at Christie Pits Park on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
Some of the damage to the skating rink at Christie Pits Park caused by thrown garbage bags was noted on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
A mural painted by community artists after the garbage strike was noted at Christie Pits Park on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
The north end of the mural created as a community morale booster after the garbage strike was seen on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
A garbage truck left no doubt as to the origin of the mural at Christie Pits Park in Toronto, Ontario on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Ossington Jane's Walk
A community garden was something Jane Jacobs would regard as an improvement at Christie Pits Park, ssen on 2-May-2010.

Toronto - Bloordale Streetlights
The distinct streetlights of the Bloordale Business Improvement Association were noted on the evening of 2-May-2010.

Swansea - 25th Anniversary Historical
Member of Provincial Parliament Cheri DiNovo spoke at the Swansea Historical Society on 5-May-2010.

Swansea - 25th Anniversary Historical
Cheri DiNovo presented a certificate to Swansea Historical Society Norm McLeod on 5-May-2010.

Swansea - 25th Anniversary Historical
Cheri DiNovo presented with Norm McLeod on the 25th anniversary of the Swansea Historical Society on 5-May-2010.

Swansea - 25th Anniversary Historical
Former mayor David Crombie was introduced by Norm McLeod at the Swansea Historical Society on 5-May-2010.

Swansea - 25th Anniversary Historical
David Crombie gave the main address at the 25th anniversary of the Swansea Historical Society on 5-May-2010.

Toronto - Community Meeting
Member of Parliament Gerard Kennedy spoke at a community meeting on transportation on 19-May-2010.

Toronto - Community Meeting
Gerard Kennedy and the Clean Train Coalition's Mike Sullivan interacted about transportation policy on 19-May-2010.

Toronto - Metrolinx Electrification
A meeting on the Metrolinx/GO Transit electrification study was conducted at the Lithuanian House on 27-May-2010.

Toronto - Metrolinx Electrification
Project Study Director Karen Pitre had an exchange with Mike Sullivan of the Clean Trains Coalition on 27-May-2010.

Weston - Carl Mills
Carl Mills showed how he improvised his presentation for the Weston Historical Society on 2-June-2010.

Weston - Carl Mills
Carl Mills spoke to the Weston Historical Society about the 100th anniversary of flight in Toronto on 2-June-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
Mario Fortino of the Heritage Toronto board introduced the St. Clair West Heritage Toronto walk on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
Mario Fortino of Heritage Toronto handed off to guide Barbara Myrvold of Toronto Public Libraries on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
Barbara Myrvold of the Toronto Public Libraries introduced the walk outside the Dufferin/St. Clair Library on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
The CIBC building was a landmark at the corner of Dufferin and St. Clair in Toronto, Ontario on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
Marcello's Pizzera and a TD bank turned into a 7-Eleven were noted at the corner of Dufferin and St. Clair on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk gathered in the parking lot of Jerrett Funeral Homes along St. Clair on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
The St. Clare Catholic Church on St. Clair had been constructed in 1914 based on Santa Susanna in Rome, seen 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
Walk guide Barbara Myrvold of the Toronto Public Libraries spoke about the St. Clare Catholic Church on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
Brand-new TTC Orion VII "Next Generation" diesel bus #8119 was noted passing St. Clare Church on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
The streetcar line on St. Clair was originally opened in 1913 under the Toronto Civic Railways, seen on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
The Allen's St. Clair Theatre was constructed in 1920 as a 1400-seat facility facing the street, pictured on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
Another former theater site along St. Clair was now a martial arts studio, noted during the walk on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
The St. Clair West Heritage Toronto walk proceeded down the sidewalk of St. Clair on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk group gathered for a talk on Oakwood Collegiate outside the school on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
A former fountain site, now a planter after too many incidents, was located in front of Oakwood Collegiate on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
Oakwood Collegiate was opened in 1911, designed by Charles Hartnoll Bishop, and photographed on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
Crang Avenue was named after the developer of the "Oakwood" neighbourhood in Toronto, seen on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
All of these buildings along St. Clair West near Oakwood were part of the Crang developments, observed on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
The walk stopped to discuss the Bull family's farm and its 1830-1883 house known as "Springmount" on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
This sign along Oakwood Avenue indicated that Garrison Creek ran underneath this area, near its source on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
Springmount Avenue followed the one-time course of Garrison Creek down a ravine as traversed by the walk on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
A nice spring scene was found on Regal Road as the Heritage Toronto St. Clair West passed on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
Some very extensive landscaping was found at this house along Regal Road in Toronto, Ontario on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
The Beaux Arts architecture of Regal Road School was observed during the Heritage Toronto walk on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
This plaque explained the historical significance of Regal Road School in Toronto, Ontario on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk gathered for a talk on the 1914-era Regal Road School in Toronto on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
Franklin Ernest Belfry was the staff architect for the Regal Road School observed on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
The view from Regal Road School looked toward the CN Tower and downtown Toronto on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
The Dufferin/St. Clair Library opened in 1921 as the Earlscourt Library, observed on Dufferin Strett on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
George Reid painted the murals found in the main room of the library between 1925 and 1932, observed on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
This George Reid mural in the Dufferin/St. Clair Library depicted the importance of books to the family on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
The George Reid murals in the Dufferin/St. Clair Library included labels like Religion and Philosophy on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
The George Reid murals in the Dufferin/St. Clair Library paid homage to the value of reading as seen on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
Christine Olstermann of the Toronto Public Library spoke about the George Reid Murals in her branch on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
The George Reid murals at the Dufferin/St. Clair Library included his tribute to group reading on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
The George Reid murals at the Dufferin/St. Clair Library included the joy of reading by a pond on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
The Kids Room at the Dufferin/St. Clair Library was overseen by a dragon during the Heritage Toronto walk on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
Nice latticework lined the passageway to the Kid's Stop at the Dufferin/St. Clair Library on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
A story board mural of Little Red Riding Hood by Lorna Claire and Doris McCarthy was found at the library on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
Cinderella was the topic of this mural in the Dufferin/St. Clair Library by Claire and McCarthy seen on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
Jack and the Beanstalk was the topic of this mural at the Kids Stops in the Dufferin/St. Clair Library on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
A broad view of the Jack and the Beanstalk mural, covered in 1964 and restored in 2008, was taken on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - St. Clair West Walk
The Goldilocks mural by Claire and McCarthy was found at the Dufferin/St. Clair Library on 8-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
The 1848 Lambton House was the starting point for the Aggie's Wildflower Walk on Mother's Day, 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
A photo of Agnes Chamberlain (her name after re-marriage) was on display at the Lambton House on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
The Lambton Tavern sign was back at the Lambton House, on display in the history room on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
1 Warren Crescent had been the home of educational activist George Harvey, observed on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
2 Crosby Avenue was constructed as a Civic Hall by local leader Josh Warren, seen during the walk on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
Madeleine McDowell led the 2010 Aggie's Wildflower Walk along Skylark Road in Toronto on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
Wild grapes were found along Gooch Avenue in Toronto during Aggie's Wildflower Walk on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
Virginia Creeper was an invasive species found along Gooch Avenue in Toronto, Ontario during the walk on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
Celandine Poppies were noted during Aggie's Wildflower Walk in Toronto, Ontario on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
A spring was noted along Gooch Avenue in Toronto, Ontario, one of several in the area on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
Another spring was located near St. Mark's Road in Toronto, Ontario on 9-May-2010, often leading to road erosion.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
Staghorn Sumach showed its spring form during Aggie's Wildflower Walk in Toronto, Ontario on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
A Wild Ginger bloom was found in the Magwood Sanctuary during the Wildflower walk on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
Trout Lily was one of several species found mixed together in the upper section of Magwood Sanctuary on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
Jack-in-the-Pulpit is a relatively rare plant, but several were found in the Magwood Sanctuary on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
The ever-present Skunk Cabbage was found in the Magwood Sanctuary during Aggie's Wildflower Walk on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
A dead tree was noted in the center of a small clearing below B??by Point in Toronto, Ontario on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
A lone trillium was found still in bloom after many had already stopped in the Magwood Sanctuary on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
More white trillium, Ontario's provincial flower, were found in the shadows of Magwood Sanctuary on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
Some of the trillium were fading from white to pink as they do at the end of their display when observed on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
Madeleine McDowell led the Aggie's Wildflower Walk through the Magwood Sanctuary in Toronto, Ontario on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
The leaves of the May Apple plant were observed in the Magwood Sanctuary in Toronto, Ontario on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
A closer look at the May Apple plant was taken in the Magwood Sanctuary in Toronto, Ontario on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
The flower--not actually a fruit--of the May Apple was observed during Aggie's Wildflower Walk on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
Wild Germanium were noted in the Magwood Sanctuary during Aggie's Wildflower Walk on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
Blue and yellow violets were noted mixed together in bloom in the Magwood Sanctuary on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
A yellow violet was noted in the Magwood Sanctuary in Toronto, Ontario during the Wildflower Walk on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
A regenerated oak tree was noted on the border of the Magwood Sanctuary in Toronto, Ontario on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
Trees along the Humber River were protected from beavers in this fashion as noted on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
A field of wild raspberries were noted near the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario during the Wildflower Walk on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
A close-up of raspberries was noted during Aggie's Wildflower Walk in Toronto, Ontario on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
Wild strawberries were noted near the Lambton House and Warren Crescent in Toronto, Ontario on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
A variety of Forget-Me-Nots were found along old Warren Crescent in Toronto, Ontario on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
Aggie's Wildflower Walk wander along the Old Warren Crescent, now a laneway, in Toronto, Ontario on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Aggie's Wildflower Walk
Madeleine McDowell wrapped up Aggie's Wildflower Walk with tea at the Lambton House on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Forget-Me-Nots
A field full of Forget-Me-Nots and other flowers were found along Humbercrest Lane in Toronto, Ontario on 9-May-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
Swansea Historical Society president Norm McLeod opened the annual walk at Swansea Town Hall on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The stained glass window representing Swansea, Wales was noted at Swansea Town Hall in Toronto on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
This "do-it-yourself" house at 98 Lavinia was built by Jack Pegg, volunteer fireman in Swansea, seen 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The 1930 Fire Hall was designed Robert Balmer McGiffen to look like a Tudor cottage, still in use on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The Fire Hall had also featured upstairs offices and a single jail cell on the lower level, observed on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The Swansea annual walk stopped on DeForest across from the one-time Swansea Baptist Church site on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The Swansea annual walk group crossed DeForest Road enroute to its next location on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The Windermere Avenue United (nee-Methodist) Church had been opened on 30-May-1926, observed on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
St. Olave's Anglican Church at 360 Windermere had been opened in 1937 and was seen on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
Poet Raymond Souster once lived in this house at 29 Mayfield in Swansea passed during the annual walk on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
Ethel Ratcliffe once operated a grocery store in this building at 76 Durie Street in Swansea pictured on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 46, in Swansea traced its roots back to 1925 and was dry to 1967, seen 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
A storm drain dating from 1927 was noted on Durie Street during the Swansea annual walk in Toronto on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
Walk leader Denise Harris prepared to talk about the one-time Rew's Store at 67 DeForest Road in Swansea on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The store had been preceded by one at this site at 69-71 DeForest, occupied by these semi-detached houses on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The Sons of England Hall once occupied this residence at 73 Beresford in Swansea observed on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
A different angle made 73 Beresford's history as a meeting hall more obvious as seen on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The Salvation Army Hall had been in this location at DeForest and Beresford in Swansea until 1955, seen 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
Woodley Hardware had once occupied this building at 28 DeForest Road in Swansea observed on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
Honeywell Grocery had been in this building at 33 DeForest Road in Swansea, which became a residence seen on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The yellow portion of the building seen from Runnymede Road had been part of the Highland Dairy, observed 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The William Smith House at 22 DeForest had been surrounded by fields when it was built in about 1895, seen 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
Swansea's first Municipal Office was located at 107 Runnymede from 1926 to 1930, observed on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The Runnymede Arms at 117 Runnymede was the only apartment building wholly within Swansea, seen 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The entrance to Runnymede Arms, built in the 1920's, was observed from Runnymede Avenue on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
Brian Katz stood on the former boundary between Swansea and Toronto along Runnymede on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The Runnymede Theatre, built in the 1920's, was a Chapters bookstore when observed on Bloor Street on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The Groom Pet Shop had operated in this location on Bloor Street since 1952, observed on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The current location of Starbucks along Bloor Street had once been a popular fountain shop, observed 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The intended purpose of this building at 2199 Bloor was unclear--a hotel or car dealer perhaps--observed on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
Hughes Motors, a Studebaker dealership, was once located at 121 Kennedy, now a Montessori school on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The Yorke Brothers Funeral Home once had a garage in this building that is now a daycare facility on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
John Ross Robertson of the Daily Telegram once had 5 DeForest Road as his summer home, seen 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The back of the two-story garage from 7 DeForest visible in the last picture was seen from The Palisades on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
Architect Harold Tennison designed his own home at 29 The Palisades in Swansea, seen with an addition on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
This Arts and Crafts-style home at 6 The Palisades in Toronto had been designed by John Harvey, seen 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The CN Tower could be seen in the distance over High Park from The Palisades in Swansea on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
This passageway off The Palisades was the original Harcroft Driveway in Swansea, still passable on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The Gothic-style Morningside-High Park Presbyterian Church opened in 1916 and was photographed on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The remaining group on the Swansea annual walk headed down Morningside Avenue on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Annual Walk
The Swansea annual walk ended with refreshments inside Swansea Town Hall in Toronto, Ontario on 5-June-2010.

Toronto - Moon
The moon shone brightly over Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario during the wait for fireworks on 23-May-2010.

Toronto - Victoria Day Fireworks
Red and blue balls exploded simultaneously over Lake Ontario during the fireworks display on 23-May-2010.

Toronto - Victoria Day Fireworks
A green ball appeared above Ontario Place during the fireworks on the day before Victoria Day, 23-May-2010.

Toronto - Victoria Day Fireworks
A red ball and flower combination appeared above Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 23-May-2010.

Toronto - Victoria Day Fireworks
A blue ball of fireworks lit up the night at Ontario Place in Toronto, Ontario on 23-May-2010.

Toronto - Victoria Day Fireworks
A white flower looked a bit funny from a side angle during Ontario Place's opening day fireworks on 23-May-2010.

Toronto - Victoria Day Fireworks
A green ball of fireworks appeared above Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario during the fireworks display on 23-May-2010.

Toronto - Victoria Day Fireworks
A ball and ring rose over Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario during the fireworks on 23-May-2010.

Toronto - Victoria Day Fireworks
A big set of flower fireworks glowed above Ontario Place in Toronto, Ontario on opening day, 23-May-2010.

Toronto - Victoria Day Fireworks
A five-pointed star looked somewhat distorted when viewed from a side angle during the fireworks on 23-May-2010.

Toronto - Victoria Day Fireworks
A yellow ball was part of the opening day fireworks at Ontario Place in Toronto, Ontario on 23-May-2010.

Toronto - Victoria Day Fireworks
The finale of the fireworks on 23-May-2010 including a set of ball-shaped displays on 23-May-2010.

Toronto - Victoria Day Fireworks
The finale of the Ontario Place opening day fireworks appeared in Toronto, Ontario on 23-May-2010.
Trip to the Pacific Northwest, June 2010

Traveling - Emirates A380
An Emirates Airline Airbus A380, registration A6-EDC, was at Terminal 1 of Pearson Airport in Toronto on 9-June-2010.

Traveling - Billy Goat Tavern
The menu at the Billy Goat Tavern at O'Hare International Airport in Chicago, Illinois was captured on 9-June-2010.

Seattle - Last Lusty Lady Marquee
The final marquee messages at the Lusty Lady peep show in Seattle, Washington were captured on 11-June-2010.

Seattle - Gold Marker
This marker on the Seattle waterfront showed where the first ton of Alaska gold arrived in 1897, seen 11-June-2010.

Seattle - Waterfront Art
An interesting piece of waterfront art by the Tim Sharp Iron Design Group was noted in Seattle on 11-June-2010.

Seattle - Ivar Haglund Memorial
The memorial to Seattle's iconic folk singer and restaurateur Ivar Haglund, who died in 1985, was noted on 11-June-2010.

Seattle - Union Station
The interior of Seattle, Washington's Union Station, originally opened in 1911, was observed on 11-June-2010.

Seattle - Union Station
The platform side of Seattle's Union Station, once serving the Union Pacific and Milwaukee Road, was seen on 11-June-2010.

Seattle - Union Station
The roof of Seattle, Washington's Union Station, restored in the 1990's, was examined on 11-June-2010.

Seattle - Fire Station 10
Seattle, Washington's Fire Station 10, at 4th Avenue and Washington Street, served southern downtown on 11-June-2010.

Seattle - Fire Station 10
Fire Station 10 in Seattle, Washington had been re-opened in 2008 with a green design observed on 11-June-2010.

Seattle - Public Library
Charity Bishop posed in front of the Rem Koolhaas-designed Central Library in Seattle, Washington on 11-June-2010.

Seattle - Monorail
Seattle's Monorail was noted crossing the Broad Street in Seattle, Washington on 28-June-2010.

Bellevue - PRISM Reunion
Two original PRISM students posed in front of Stevenson Elementary School in Bellevue, Washington on 11-June-2010.

Bellevue - PRISM Reunion
All of the PRISM teachers at Stevenson Elementary School in Bellevue, Washington lined up on stage on 11-June-2010.

Bellevue - PRISM Reunion
Retiring teacher Paula Fraser honored the first PRISM teacher, Betty Skibo, at the 25th anniversary on 11-June-2010.

Bellevue - PRISM Reunion
The original Program for Intellectually Stimulated Minds teacher, Betty Skibo, was escorted to her seat on 11-June-2010.

Bellevue - PRISM Reunion
Betty Skibo greeted an original student from the PRISM program that she had not seen in two decades on 11-June-2010.

Bellevue - PRISM Reunion
Original PRISM teacher Betty Skibo hugged one of her first class of students in the program on 11-June-2010.

Bellevue - PRISM Reunion
Lance Gleich, one of the original PRISM students, posed with the first teacher, Betty Skibo, on 11-June-2010.

Bellevue - PRISM Reunion
Four members of the first class of PRISM students posed with their teacher Betty Skibo on 11-June-2010.

Bellevue - PRISM Reunion
The original classroom for the PRISM program was still used by the program at Stevenson Elementary on 11-June-2010.

Bellevue - PRISM Reunion
A look inside the original PRISM room at Stevenson Elementary revealed a similar interior on 11-June-2010.

Bellevue - PRISM Reunion
More computers were the only major difference noted in the PRISM classroom on 11-June-2010.

Bellevue - PRISM Reunion
The Stevenson Elementary School building was set to be replaced with a new one when observed on 11-June-2010.

Bellevue - PRISM Reunion
The fields at Stevenson Elementary School had seen many years of recess games as seen on 11-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Pass
A rock cropping above Interstate 90 near Denny Creek on Snoqualmie Pass was observed on 12-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Pass
A waterfall tumbled down the side of the hillside near the summit of Snoqulamie Pass on 12-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Pass
The ski slopes were almost entirely devoid of snow at Snoqualmie Summit, Washington on 12-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Pass
A view north toward Alta Mountain was obtained near Hyak, Washington on Snoqalmie Pass on 12-June-2010.

Scenery - Keechelus Lake
The island in Keechelus Lake was actually an island thanks to higher spring water levels on 12-June-2010.

Scenery - Keechelus Lake
The water levels on Keechelus Lake were as high as they ever were when observed from Interstate 90 on 12-June-2010.

Scenery - Keechelus Lake
The waters of Keechelus Lake were still enough to offer reflections as seen from Interstate 90 on 12-June-2010.

Scenery - Keechelus Lake
The hillsides above Keechelus Lake were reflected in its still waters in the Cascade Mountains on 12-June-2010.

Scenery - Keechelus Lake
The rock faces along the southwestern face of Keechelus Lake were reflected in the water on 12-June-2010.

Scenery - Keechelus Lake
Keechelus Dam formed the southeastern end of Keechelus Lake near Hyak, Washington on 12-June-2010.

Scenery - Mount Rainier
The eastern face of Mount Rainier was observed from Interstate 82 near Selah, Washington on 12-June-2010.

Scenery - Teapot Dome
The old Teapot Dome gas station in Zillah, Washington, constructed in 1922 and out of use, was seen on 12-June-2010.

Scenery - Granger Dinosaurs
The community of Granger, Washington had become a home of dinosaur art, including this welcome sign on 12-June-2010.

Scenery - Granger Dinosaurs
A dinosaur reminiscent of the Sinclair dinosaur was noted at a gas station in Granger, Washington on 12-June-2010.

Scenery - Sunnyside Fields
In a relatively-rare sight, the fields around Sunnyside, Washington were green when passed on 12-June-2010.

Kennewick - Harper Reunion
The backyard of Wayne and Debi Harper in Kennewick, Washington was the site of the Harper family reunion on 12-June-2010.

Kennewick - Harper Reunion
A chart of the descendants of Charles and Florence Harper was posted on the fence at the reunion on 12-June-2010.

Kennewick - Harper Reunion
Tuck Harper, who prepared the poster, looked it over with his sister Rose at the reunion in Kennewick on 12-June-2010.

Kennewick - Harper Reunion
Sisters Pat (Ermil) Gleich and Rose (Shirlene) Mason sat together at the Harper reunion in Kennewick on 12-June-2010.

Kennewick - Harper Reunion
Noz Harper sat with family friend Helen at the Harper family reunion in Kennewick, Washington on 12-June-2010.

Kennewick - Harper Reunion
Host Wayne Harper's mother, Gloria, chatted with Kathy and Pat Gleich at the family reunion on 12-June-2010.

Kennewick - Harper Reunion
Host Wayne Harper and cousin Wayne Gleich posed together at the Harper family reunion on 12-June-2010.

Kennewick - Harper Reunion
Pat Gleich, two of her three children and their spouses, and one of five grandchildren posed on 12-June-2010.

Kennewick - Harper Reunion
A group picture of the Harper family was taken at the reunion in Kennewick, Washington on 12-June-2010.

Kennewick - Harper Reunion
Wayne and Tuck Harper prepared a Harper trivia game played during the family reunion on 12-June-2010.

Kennewick - Harper Reunion
Wayne Harper led the Harper trivia game at the family reunion in Kennewick, Washington on 12-June-2010.

Kennewick - Harper Reunion
Elizabeth Servedio held a chihuahua who was one of the animal stars of the Harper Reunion on 12-June-2010.

Kennewick - Harper Reunion
One of two cakes prepared for the Harper family reunion was observed in Kennewick, Washington on 12-June-2010.

Kennewick - Harper Reunion
The carrot cake prepared for the Harper family reunion was about to be eaten in Kennewick, Washington on 12-June-2010.

Connell - Mountain View Cemetery
This sign greeted visitors to the Mountain View Cemetery above Connell, Washington on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mountain View Cemetery
The war memorial at Mountain View Cemetery in Connell, Washington was observed on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mountain View Cemetery
The entrance to Mountain View Cemetery above Connell, Washington was observed on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mountain View Cemetery
A wide view of the Mountain View Cemetery in the area where most Harper relatives was buried was seen on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mountain View Cemetery
Pat Gleich placed flowers on the grave of her husband Floyd at Mountain View Cemetery on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mountain View Cemetery
The gravestone of Floyd Gleich was observed at Mountain View Cemetery in Connell, Washington on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mountain View Cemetery
The headstone of Florence and Charles Harper, whose descendants had just held a family reunion, was seen on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mountain View Cemetery
Though both were still alive, the headstone of John and Shirlene "Rose" Mason was already placed on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mountain View Cemetery
The gravestone of the two short-lived Harper sisters, Ramona and Arleigh, was at Mountain View Cemetery on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mountain View Cemetery
The gravestone of my great-great grandparents, John and Permelia Love, was at Mountain View Cemetery on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mountain View Cemetery
The gravestone of my great-great aunt and uncle, Leila and Roy Kemp, was in Connell, Washington on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mountain View Cemetery
The gravestone of my grandmother's cousin Bill Kemp was found in the Mountain View Cemetery on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mountain View Cemetery
The grave of Therese and Jesse Love was found at the Mountain View Cemetery in Connell, Washington on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mountain View Cemetery
The gravestone of Walter Love was found in the Mountain View Cemetery in Connell, Washington on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mountain View Cemetery
The gravestone of William R. Love completed the tour of the Love family at Mountain View Cemetery on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mountain View Cemetery
Andrew Shipman, born in 1869, was one of the older dates found in Mountain View Cemetery on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mountain View Cemetery
This view from Mountain View Cemetery looked toward the state penitentiary in Connell, Washington on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mountain View Cemetery
The view from Mountain View Cemetery toward the town of Connell, Washington was captured on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Welcome Sign
The welcome banners in Connell, Washington featured a Northern Pacific steam locomotive on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Fall Festival Sign
This banner advertised the annual Fall Festival in Connell, Washington as observed on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Murals
This 2005 depiction of the 1907 flood, known as the "Cloudburst," was observed in Connell, Washington on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Murals
"The Homesteader" mural was completed in 2007 by Pat Boyer in Connell, Washington at the Ed Poe Agency on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Murals
The 2007 "Potato Harvest" mural was on the side of the hardware store site in Connell, Washington on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Murals
The 2006 "Harvest History" mural was another Pat Boyer work noted in downtown Connell, Washington on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Town Hall
The Town Hall entrance in Connell, Washington was decorated with murals in 2008, observed on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Town Hall
The murals around the Town Hall in Connell, Washington, which had boomed in 1900, were observed on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Town Hall
A mural on the Town Hall in Connell, Washington was observed from Columbia Avenue on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Post Office
The Post Office in Connell, Washington proudly flew the United States flag on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Pharmacy
The block north of Town Hall on Columbia Avenue included the town's pharmacy, seen on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Sunset Theater
The Sunset Theater still maintained its presence along Columbia Avenue, the main street in Connell on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Klinger's Hall
The building once known as Klinger's Hall had been the site of many community events in Connell, seen 15-June-2010.

Connell - Dorty's Hardware
What had once been Dorty's Hardware store still stood in downtown Connell, Washington on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Gas Station Site
Clio Harper had once operated a gas station on this site in Connell, Washington observed on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Railroad Station
The railroad station in Connell had been constructed in 1945 because the previous one burned, seen 15-June-2010.

Connell - Dorwin and Thelma House
This house in Connell had once been occupied by Dorwin and Thelma Harris, a great aunt and uncle, seen 15-June-2010.

Connell - Old Pool Site
My grandmother remembered when this site in Connell, Washington had been occupied by a pool, seen 15-June-2010.

Connell - Old High School Gym
All that remained of the original high school in Connell, Washington was the gym building, observed on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Old High School Gym
The entrance to the former high school gym in Connell, Washington, site of many dances, was observed on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mason Residence
Sisters Pat Gleich and Rose Mason were outside the Mason home in Connell, Washington on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mason Residence
Some of the decorations on the outside of the Mason residence in Connell, Washington were observed on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mason Residence
This bridge had just been constructed in the back yard of the Mason residence in Connell, Washington on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Mason Residence
John Mason walked over the bridge in his backyard that he had recently constructed as seen on 15-June-2010.

Connell - Hummingbird Moth
A Hummingbird Moth was noted showing off its physique in Connell, Washington on 15-June-2010.

Pasco - Ground Hog
A ground hog was noted keeping an eye on visitors to Schlagel Park in Pasco, Washington on 17-June-2010.

Pasco - Ground Hog
The ground hog withdrew to a more defensive position in Schlagel Park in Pasco, Washington on 17-June-2010.

Kennewick - Relaxed Cat
An extremely relaxed cat along South 1st Avenue in Kennewick, Washington barely woke up on 17-June-2010.

Pasco - Farmer's Market
The farmer's market in downtown Pasco, Washington was a busy place on 19-June-2010.

Pasco - Farmer's Market
The covered sheds in downtown Pasco, Washington were filled with farmers offering their wares on 19-June-2010.

Pasco - Railroad Museum
The Washington State Railroads Historical Society Museum on Tacoma Avenue in Pasco, Washington was seen on 17-June-2010.

Pasco - Railroad Museum
The number boards from the "Timken engine," Northern Pacific #2626, was on display at the museum on 17-June-2010.

Pasco - Railroad Museum
A Northern Pacific velocipede was on display at the Washington State Railroads museum in Pasco on 17-June-2010.

Pasco - Railroad Museum
The "Blue Mountain," the oldest steam locomotive to operate in Washington still existing, was seen on 17-June-2010.

Pasco - Railroad Museum
The "Blue Mountain" had worked on the Walla Walla and Columbia River Railroad, the territory's first, seen 17-June-2010.

Pasco - Railroad Museum
The cab area of the "Blue Mountain" was the next location for restoration as observed on 17-June-2010.

Pasco - Railroad Museum
A speeder sat on a very small stretch of track at the railroad museum in Pasco, Washington on 17-June-2010.

Pasco - Railroad Museum
An old Great Northern observation car was stored at the railroad museum in Pasco, Washington on 17-June-2010.

Kennewick - Penny's Sign
The old J.C. Penny Company sign was still visible along Kennewick Avenue in downtown Kennewick on 19-June-2010.

Kennewick - Grandma
Pat Gleich enjoyed ice cream at her home in Kennewick, Washington as observed on 19-June-2010.

Kennewick - Living Room
The Mariners game was on the television as it was on game nights in Kennewick, Washington on 19-June-2010.

Kennewick - Decorations
The "Loves" pictures of her five grandchildren was a constant display in Pat Gleich's home, seen on 19-June-2010.

Kennewick - Kitchen
Pat Gleich prepared dinner in her home in Kennewick, Washington as she had for nearly 70 years on 17-June-2010.

Kennewick - Kitchen
Pat Gleich washed strawberries in preparation for freezing in her home in Kennewick, Washington on 19-June-2010.

Kennewick - Kitchen
Pat Gleich continued the washing of strawberries before they would be taken downstairs to the freezer on 19-June-2010.

Kennewick - Hair Dryer
Pat Gleich held the hair dryer that had been given to her as a gift shortly after World War II on 19-June-2010.

Kennewick - Hair Dryer
The Kenmore hair dryer was still stored in its original box as observed in Kennewick, Washington on 19-June-2010.

Kennewick - Pot
This pot was at least seventy years old when observed, still in use for cooking, in Kennewick on 19-June-2010.

Kennewick - Pot
This pot was given to Pat Gleich by her mother-in-law soon after she moved into this house, observed on 19-June-2010.

Kennewick - Decorations
A long-standing decoration was observed in the kitchen of Pat Gleich's home in Kennewick, Washington on 19-June-2010.

Kennewick - Apricots
These apricots had been picked up off the ground for disposal after the squirrels had gotten to them on 19-June-2010.

Pasco - Grandma
Pat Gleich went to the Pasco, Washington Amtrak station to say goodbye to a grandson on 20-June-2010.

Pasco - Amtrak Train
Amtrak's Empire Builder made its station stop in Pasco, Washington early in the morning on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
The Columbia River came into sight from Amtrak's Empire Builder at Pasco, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
Upriver from the railroad's Columbia River bridge was the "Cable Bridge" between Pasco and Kennewick on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
Another view of the Ed Hendler "Cable" Bridge was obtained from Amtrak's Empire Builder on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Kennewick
This crossing at East 3rd Avenue in Kennewick, Washington marked the site of a former railway station on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Kennewick
The former Spokane, Portland and Seattle railroad paralleled Chemical Drive in Kennewick, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
The Columbia River came back into sight just after the train passed Finley, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
The sunrise was viewed off in the east beyond the Columbia River near Yellepit, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Port of Wallula
The Port of Wallula was in sight across the Columbia River near Yellepit, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Wallula Gap
This scenic section along the Columbia River was known as the Wallula Gap, observed on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Wallula Gap
A wider view of the Wallula Gap was obtained from across the river at Yellepit, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Wallula Gap
The formation known as the Twin Sisters was viewed in the heart of Wallula Gap, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
The Columbia River formed the border of Washington state; Juniper, Oregon was across the river on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
The terrain flattened out around the Columbia River leaving the Wallula Gap near Berrian, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
Hat Rock State Park near Umatilla, Oregon was located across the Columbia River as seen from the train on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
A grain elevator was noted along the tracks at McNary, Oregon as viewed from the Empire Builder on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
A large flock of pelicans had convened just upstream from the McNary Dam near Umatilla, Oregon on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - McNary Dam
The back side of McNary Dam was approached as the train neared Plymouth, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - McNary Dam
A look back at McNary Dam just above Umatilla, Oregon was seen from the train on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Umatilla Bridge
The bridges that carried Interstate 82 over the Columbia River were viewed near Plymouth, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
The Columbia River wasn't anything like a gorge near Plymouth, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
Island lined the Columbia River near Paterson, Washington as seen from Amtrak's Empire Builder on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Garbage
A grain elevator facility had been converted to a garbage transload facility at Roosevelt, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
Arlington, Oregon came into sight across the Columbia River as seen from the train on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
An early 21st-century addition to the landscape near Arlington, Oregon were these windmills noted on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
The terrain started to appear more like a gorge as the train continued west along the Columbia River on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
The John Day Dam came into view as Amtrak's Empire Builder was across the river from John Day, Oregon on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - John Day Dam
The John Day Dam across the Columbia River was viewed from Amtrak's Empire Builder on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Maryhill
A set of orchards along the Columbia River came into sight as the train passed Maryhill, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - US 97 Bridge
The Sam Hill Memorial Bridge, which carried US 97 over the Columbia River, was viewed at Maryhill on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
A fishing dock was noted along the shores of the Columbia River approaching Wishram, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Train
Amtrak's Empire Builder awaited its departure time at Wishram, Washington on the morning of 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Wishram
Former Great Northern steam locomotive #2502 was under this shed in Wishram, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
The railroad bridge over the Columbia River at Fallbridge, Washington was viewed from the train on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - The Dalles Bridge
The Dalles bridge, which carries US 197 over the Columbia River, was noted near North Dalles, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - The Dalles Dam
The Dalles Dam and The Dalles Bridge were viewed from the train at North Dalles, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
A barge headed up the Columbia River with The Dalles, Oregon in the background on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - The Dalles
The Union Street bridge on I-84 in The Dalles, Oregon was viewed from across the Columbia River on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
The heart of the Columbia River Gorge started coming into view leaving North Dalles, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
A long view downriver was obtained through the Columbia River Gorge near Lyle, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
The sun came out to shine on a cliff in the Columbia River Gorge near Lyle, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
A sun spot shone on the Columbia River Gorge as viewed near Lyle, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
The view across the Columbia River was obtained from Amtrak's Empire Builder west of Lyle, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
Another view of the cliffs on the Oregon side of the Columbia River near Mosier, Oregon on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
The Hood River Bridge across the Columbia River at Hood River, Oregon was viewed on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
Mount Hood was hidden behind the clouds as Amtrak's Empire Builder was across from Hood River, Oregon on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
An increasing number of evergreen trees revealed that we were crossing the Cascade Divide on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
The Bridge of the Gods came into sight as the train passed through Stevenson, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Bonneville Dam
The Bonneville Dam across the Columbia River was viewed at North Bonneville, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Bonneville Dam
A wider view of the Bonneville Dam was obtained downriver from North Bonneville, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
A small island was noted in the Columbia River underneath typical Pacific Northwest haze on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Vancouver
Amtrak's Empire Builder passed over Interstate 5 in Vancouver, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
The Interstate 5 bridge over the Columbia River at Vancouver, Washington was viewed from the train on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - Columbia River
A final view to the west of the Columbia River was taken as the train crossed to the Oregon side on 20-June-2010.

Scenery - St. Johns Bridge
The St. Johns Bridge over the Willamette River was viewed from the train in Portland, Oregon on 20-June-2010.

Portland - Train
Former Amtrak SDP40F #644 was shown with its light package restored at Portland, Oregon on 20-June-2010.

Portland - Train
Amtrak Cascades train #508 awaited departure time at Portland, Oregon for a trip to Seattle, Washington on 20-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Caboose
A Great Northern caboose was the interpretative center for the Iron Goat Trail near Scenic, Washington on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Twin Tunnels
This sign explained the gulch between the Twin Tunnels along the Iron Goat Trail near milepost 1719 on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Twin Tunnels
This decaying snowshed once protected the Great Northern Railway between the Twin Tunnels, seen 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Twin Tunnels
A wider view of the gulch between the Twin Tunnels on the Iron Goat Trail was taken on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Workers
This sign explained the background of the workers that constructed the rail line-turned-Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Bent Rail
A bent rail was evidence that this had once been railway right-of-way up Stevens Pass, observed on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Bridge
This bridge carried the Iron Goat Trail around the site of the upper Twin Tunnel as seen on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Bridge
The bridge that carried the Iron Goat Trail around the upper Twin Tunnel was observed on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Adit
This sign explained the adit that ran into the upper Twin Tunnel along the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Adit
The adit into the upper Twin Tunnel was observed from the Iron Goat Trail on Stevens Pass on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Twin Tunnels
The upper entrance to snowshed lead into the Twin Tunnels was observed from the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Twin Tunnels
This 1916 mark likely referred to a later snowshed as the Twin Tunnels had been constructed in 1893, seen 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Twin Tunnels
The upper entrance to the upper Twin Tunnel was observed from the adjacent snowshed on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Twin Tunnels
A closer look at the upper entrance to the upper Twin Tunnel was taken at its portal on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Twin Tunnels
This wood portion of the snowshed was between the concrete snowshed and upper Twin Tunnel, seen 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Twin Tunnels
The interior of the upper Twin Tunnel was observed from its upper portal on the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Workers
This sign along the Iron Goat Trail explained how the workers dealt with winter conditions here, seen 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Cascade
One of many small streams carried down the side of mountain over the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - James J. Hill Sign
This sign paid tribute to James J. Hill, the "Empire Builder" who built the Great Northern Railway, on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Thunder Mountain
Thunder Mountain, elevation 6516 feet, was observed from across the valley on the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Passage of Time Sign
This sign paid tribute to all the changes in human transportation along the Stevens Pass route on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Milepost 1718
Milepost 1718, as measured from St. Paul, Minnesota, was observed along the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Small Snowshed Collapse
The site where a small wood snowshed had collapsed was observed along the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Martin Creek
This long wood platform was found near the Martin Creek entrance to the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Martin Creek
The Great Northern had once crossed Martin Creek at this location and looped back at a higher level, seen 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Martin Creek
This abutment had once led to a curved bridge that crossed Martin Creek well up on Windy Mountain on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Martin Creek
A closer look at the bridge abutment for the lower Martin Creek Trestle was observed on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Martin Creek
This was the last ground support before the railroad crossed the curved Martin Creek Trestle, seen 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Martin Creek
The Iron Goat Trail rejoined the railroad grade above Martin Creek at the top of the crossover on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Wood Snowshed
Another collapsed wooden snowshed was noted along the Iron Goat Trail trail above Martin Creek on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Rock Slide Zone
This area of the Iron Goat Trail appeared to be a rock slide zone as it was traversed on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - View
A view down back toward the lower level of the trail was obtained from the upper level on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - View
A view to the east was taken from the upper level of the Iron Goat Trail above Martin Creek on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Succession Sign
A sign on the succession of plant types on the right-of-way was found along the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Tunnel 14
The west portal of collapsed Tunnel #14 was approached along the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Tunnel 14
The East Portal of Tunnel 14 was completely blocked as observed from the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Milepost 1716
Milepost 1716, two miles closer to St. Paul, Minnesota than the last milepost seen, was passed on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Windy Point Sign
This sign greeted hikers that made it to the Windy Point lookout along the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Windy Point
A wide view of the valley below was taken from the Windy Point Lookout above Scenic, Washington on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Windy Point
To the southeast from Windy Point, Lux Mountain loomed in the distance on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Windy Point
The modern railroad and US highway 2 at Scenic, Washington were both visible from Windy Point on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Windy Point
The western portal of the 1929, 8-mile Cascade Tunnel was observed from Windy Point lookout on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Windy Point
The crossing of US 2 above the railroad tracks at Scenic, Washington was seen from the Windy Point lookout on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Windy Point Tunnel
This sign explained that the Windy Point Tunnel was actually a 1913 line relocation at Windy Point, seen 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Windy Point Tunnel
The eastern portal of the Windy Point Tunnel was noted on the side of Windy Mountain on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Windy Point Tunnel
Kathy and Chuck Gleich posed in front of the eastern portal of the Windy Point Tunnel on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Windy Point Tunnel
This 1914 engraving was found at the eastern portal of the Windy Point Tunnel on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Windy Point Tunnel
The interior of the Windy Point Tunnel could be observed from the eastern portal on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Concrete Wall
A concrete wall lining the railroad right-of-way was marked with its 1915 build date on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Garter Snake
A garter snake was found relaxing along a shelf of the concrete retaining wall on the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Metal Bolts
Metal bolts, likely once used as part of the catenary used on the railway line, were found on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Muddy Area
A muddy area along the Iron Goat Trail was traversed on Stevens Pass on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Milepost 1713
Milepost 1713 of the Great Northern Railway was encountered along the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Milepost 1713
Kathy and Chuck Gleich posed in front of milepost 1713 along the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Cascade
Another Cascade, appropriately enough in the Cascade Mountains, was found on the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Waterfall
A much smaller waterfall was also found adjacent to the Iron Goat Trail above Windy Point on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - View
A view across the valley from the Iron Goat Trail showed US highway 2 rising from the Tunnel Creek loop on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Snowshed Sign
This sign explained the collapse of a wooden snowshed along the Iron Goat Trail encountered on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Collapsed Snowshed
The collapsed wooden snowshed covered a substantial amount of the hillside as seen on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Collapsed Snowshed
A creek flowed right through the collapsed wooden snowshed next to the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Collapsed Snowshed
The collapsed wooden snowshed resembled the devastation after a flood along the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - View
The original Stevens Pass Highway was in the valley below and the modern highway on the hillside on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - View
A view from the Iron Goat Trail showed the modern US highway 2 climbing high above the Wellington site on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Milepost 1712
Lance Gleich posed with a shovel from the Volunteers of Washington located at milepost 1712 on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Dandelion
A dandelion plant was noted along the Iron Goat Trail as it climbed closer to Stevens Pass on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Retaining Wall
A waterfall fell over the side of the retaining wall along the Iron Goat Trail as noted on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Creek
The Iron Goat Trail itself crossed the creek on this small wooden bridge observed on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Support Bases
These concrete bases likely once supported the catenary supports for the electrified railway, seen on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Retaining Wall
A portion of the concrete retaining wall was clearly degrading as observed along the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Sky Mountain
Sky Mountain appeared in the distance as the Iron Goat Trail continued its climb of Stevens Pass on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Sky Mountain
Sky Mountain appeared to be getting closer as the hike of the Iron Goat Trail continued on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Snowplow Sign
This sign along the Iron Goat Trail paid tribute to the rotary snowplows used by Great Northern, seen 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Lobelia
A patch of blooming lobelia was found along the Iron Goat Trail approaching Wellington, Washington on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Shooting Star
A patch of Shooting Star wildflowers was encountered along the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Shooting Star
One had to turn the Shooting Star flower over to fully appreciate its structure, as observed on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Waterfall
Another waterfall flowed over the top of the concrete retaining wall along the Iron Goat Trail as seen on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Indian Paintbush
A patch of blooming Indian Paintbush was found along the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Retaining Wall
The retaining wall protecting the former Great Northern right of way continued on the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - View
A view across the valley looked toward US highway 2 as it climbed toward Stevens Pass on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Blue Buds
A set of blue buds--possibly lobelia--were almost ready to open when observed on the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Concrete Snowshed
A concrete snowshed that protected the line at the Wellington disaster site came into view on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Concrete Snowshed
The west end of the concrete snowshed had suffered some structural failures as seen on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Concrete Snowshed
The Iron Goat Trail entered the concrete snowshed beyond the damaged section as observed on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Concrete Snowshed
More decay in the concrete snowshed was making this rebar visible near its west end on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Concrete Snowshed
The concrete snowshed curved along the mountain approaching Wellington, Washington on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Concrete Snowshed
The concrete snowshed showed signs of the one-time catenary along its walls as observed on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Concrete Snowshed
This support clearly one held one of the overhead catenary wires above the track inside the snowshed, seen 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Concrete Snowshed
The Iron Goat Trail continued up what had once been the main track inside the concrete snowshed on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Concrete Snowshed
The concrete snowshed had protected two tracks; the former siding space sat unused on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Concrete Snowshed
The interior of the concrete snowshed was observed as it curved along the side of the mountain on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Concrete Snowshed
Another portion of the unused siding track portion of the snowshed was observed on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Concrete Snowshed
Some old railroad ties remained where the siding track had once been located inside the snowshed as seen on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Disaster Site
A viewpoint branched out from the concrete snowshed at the side of the Wellington Disaster avalanche, seen 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Disaster Site
This interpretative sign began the story of the trains that ultimately were lost at Wellington, Washington on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Disaster Site
The second interpretative sign explained the extreme weather conditions that were observed, as seen on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Disaster Site
The final interpretative sign described the actual 1-March-1910 disaster itself, observed on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Concrete Snowshed
The eastern end of the concrete snowshed protecting the avalanche site came into sight on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Concrete Snowshed
The Iron Goat Trail was raised in the eastern portion of the snowshed to avoid flooding as seen on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Concrete Snowshed
Chuck and Kathy Gleich posed at the eastern portal of the concrete snowshed below Wellington, Washington on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Concrete Snowshed
A creek flowed passed the end of the concrete snowshed below Wellington, Washington on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Stream
A stream flowed down from Iron Goat Trail below Wellington, Washington as seen on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Milepost 1711
Milepost 1711 was located just west of historical Wellington, Washington on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Runaway Track Sign
This interpretative sign explained the runaway track that had been used at Wellington, Washington, seen on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Runaway Track
The remains of the runaway track below Wellington, Washington were observed from the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Wellington
This strange tower structure was located at what had once been the west end of Wellington, seen 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Plaque
This Iron Goat Trail plaque was located at the Wellington, Washington trailhead on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Comma Butterfly
A comma butterfly landed on a rock at Wellington, Washington on the Iron Goat Trail on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - View
US highway 2 climbed the side of the hill above Wellington, Washington on its climb to Stevens Pass on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Wellington
This interpretative sign described the coal tower that had once been located at Wellington, Washington on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Wellington
The base of the coal tower was still in existence next to the Iron Goat Trail at Wellington, Washington on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Wellington
This sign explained the one-time engine shed that had been located at Wellington, Washington, seen on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Wellington
The foundation of the one-time "motorshed" for electric locomotives was still found at Wellington on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Switchback Sign
This sign explained the switchbacks used over the pass from 1893 until the tunnel opened in 1900, seen 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Tye River
The Tye River flowed along the Iron Goat Trail at Wellington, Washington (renamed Tye after the disaster) on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Trillium
A patch of trillium were found along the Iron Goat Trail at Wellington, Washington on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Trillium
A trillium had already faded from white to purple as observed at Wellington, Washington on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Wellington
The location of the water tower at Wellington, Washington was explained by this interpretative sign seen 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Wellington
The concrete base of the water tower still remained at Wellington, Washington as seen on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Landmark Plaque
This official landmark plaque was located not far from the old Cascade Tunnel portal on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Cascade Tunnel
The western portal of the 1900 2.6-mile Cascade Tunnel, abandoned in 1929, was observed on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - Cascade Tunnel
A closer look at the western portal of the Cascade Tunnel was obtained on 23-June-2010, showing its leaks.

Iron Goat Trail - View
The snowshed area below Wellington on the Iron Goat Trail was viewed from US highway 2 on Stevens Pass on 23-June-2010.

Iron Goat Trail - View
Windy Point on the Iron Goat Trail was observed from US highway 2 across the valley on 23-June-2010.

Scenery - Skykomish River
The Skykomish River was flowing swiftly as it was observed from US highway 2 near Skykomish, Washington on 23-June-2010.

Scenery - Skykomish River
Amtrak's modern Empire Builder crossed the Skykomish River west of Index, Washington on 23-June-2010.

Cedar River - Visitor Center
Drums at the Cedar River Watershed Institute near North Bend, Washington were played by falling water on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Visitor Center
Some of the artifacts at the Cedar River Watershed Institute dated back to the old town of Cedar Falls on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Cedar Falls
The railway history tour started with a comparison of trees in the past and present at Cedar Falls on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Cedar Falls Substation
The foundation of Milwaukee Road's electrical substation #26 in Cedar Falls, Washington was visible on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Cedar Falls Substation
Tour guide Clay Antieau held up a picture of the Cedar Falls Substation as it appeared when active, seen 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Cedar Falls Substation
These tracks formerly served a crane inside the Cedar Falls Substation, observed on the foundation on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Cedar Falls Substation
A small turntable in this location once served the crane inside the Cedar Falls Substation, seen 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Cedar Falls Substation
A wide view of the Cedar Falls Substation foundation was taken during a Seattle Public Utilities Tour on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Mainline
This road used to be the mainline of the Milwaukee Road through Cedar Falls, Washington, seen 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Cedar Falls Station Site
Clay Antieau stood on the former site of the Cedar Falls, Washington railroad station on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Cedar Falls Station Site
Clay Antieau showed a picture of a Milwaukee Road train passing the Cedar Falls, Washington station on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Cedar Falls Station Site
This portion of the foundation was all that remained at the site of the Cedar Falls railroad station, seen 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Oil Tank
This tank once held the oil to fuel locomotives for the Milwaukee Road at Cedar Falls, Washington, seen 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Oil Tank
The brick substructure of the oil tank for the Milwaukee Road still stood at Cedar Falls, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Oil Tank
The oil tank at Cedar Falls, Washington was an octagonal structure observed on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Oil Tank
Holes in the side of the oil tank at Cedar Falls, Washington offered the opportunity to look inside on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Oil Tank
The interior of the substructure of the oil tank was observed at Cedar Falls, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Oil Tank
A look up at the sky was possible from the interior of the oil tank at Cedar Falls, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Oil Tank
The concrete base which once sat on the substructure had been removed to the ground as seen on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Oil Sump
The concrete wall from a former oil sump facility was noted at Cedar Falls, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Oil Sump
The remaining structure from the oil sump at Cedar Falls, Washington was observed on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Brown Slug
In a quintessential northwest scene, a brown slug was noted in Cedar Falls, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Cedar Falls Wye
A picture showing the wye at Cedar Falls, Washington was displayed as the group stood on the site on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Cedar Falls Wye
The tail track of the wye at Cedar Falls, Washington was largely grown over when observed on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Cedar Falls Wye
The legs of the former Milwaukee Road wye at Cedar Falls, Washington had returned to forest on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Deer
A deer turned its head in an odd way to observe the passage of the Seattle Public Utilities Tour on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Bridge
The Milwaukee Road mainline crossed the Cedar River at this truss bridge south of Cedar Falls seen on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Bridge
The view back east toward Cedar Falls, Washington was obtained from the Cedar River Bridge on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Bridge
The truss bridge over the Cedar River south of Cedar Falls, Washington was observed on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Bridge
Hooks which formerly held the catenary for the Milwaukee Road electrification were noted on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Bridge
The side of the truss bridge over the Cedar River west of Cedar Falls, Washington was observed on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Bridge
The Cedar River flowed down underneath the former Milwaukee Road bridge west of Cedar Falls on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Bridge
The Cedar River flowed toward Renton, Washington below the former Milwaukee Road bridge on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Bridge
The Seattle Public Utilities tour took a close look at the truss bridge over the Cedar River on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Elk
An elk was running along the former Milwaukee Road mainline east of Bagley Junction, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Elk
The elk turned to leave the Milwaukee Road right-of-way east of Bagley Junction, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Elk
The elk climbed its way into the forested area east of Bagley Junction, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Taylor Creek
The former Milwaukee Road mainline crossed Taylor Creek on this bridge at Bagley Junction, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Taylor Creek
This trestle over Taylor Creek once carried the Enumclaw Branch of the Milwaukee Road, observed on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Taylor Creek
Another view of the wooden trestle that carried the Enumclaw Branch of the Milwaukee Road was seen on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Taylor Creek
The mouth of Taylor Creek where it entered the Cedar River was noted from the Milwaukee right-of-way on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Cedar Falls
The former main street of Cedar Falls, Washington was part of the Cedar River Watershed on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Cedar Falls
The Harvin House was one of three old houses remaining from the town site of Cedar Falls, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Marian's House
The building known as "Marian's House" was observed during the tour of Cedar Falls, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Building
Dating back to 1905, this structure was part of the original Cedar Falls Hydroelectric facility observed on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Building
Another view of the old stone building near the Cedar Falls Hydroelectric facility was taken on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Building
The 1905 Cedar Falls Hydroelectric Facility was the oldest continually operated in the United States, seen 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Pool Site
This location had once been a swimming pool site in Cedar Falls, Washington, observed on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Interpretative Area
The Cedar Falls Interpretative Area, no longer generally open to the public, was observed on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Rattlesnake Ledge
Rattlesnake Ledge came into sight returning from Bagley Junction into Cedar Falls, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Cedar River - Rattlesnake Ledge
Kathy and Chuck Gleich posed beneath Rattlesnake Ledge in the Cedar Falls watershed on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - North Bend Depot
The North Bend, Washington depot of the Northwest Railway Museum line was observed on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - North Bend Depot
The interior of the North Bend, Washington railway depot used by the Northwest Railway Museum was seen on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - North Bend Train
The Northwest Railway Museum's excursion train prepared to leave North Bend, Washington on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Coach Interior
The interior of a former Spokane, Portland, and Seattle coach was observed on board the train on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Railway Post Office
One of the cars featured a Railway Post Office on board, observed during the train ride on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Tickets
The conductor punched Kathy Gleich's ticket on board the Northwest Railway Museum's train on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Interior
The beautiful interior of a former Union Pacific heavyweight observation car was observed on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - North Bend
Mount Si provided the classic backdrop as viewed from the train leaving North Bend, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Wetlands
The train passed through wetlands leaving North Bend, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie River
The railroad crossed the South Fork of the Snoqualmie River west of North Bend, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie River
Mount Si and the South Fork of the Snoqualmie River were observed on-board the train on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - North Bend Way
The train crossed a relatively quiet North Bend Way, once the Sunset Highway, on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Pond
A rather muddy pond was encountered along the railway right-of-way east of Snoqualmie, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie
This road sign greeted visitors to Snoqualmie, Washington on state highway 202 on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie
This large wheel was one of the pieces of public art visible along the tracks in Snoqualmie, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie
The railroad theme was projected in a "Chew Chew" business in Snoqualmie, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie
This Metro Transit bus stop was located in downtown Snoqualmie, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie
A pedestrian bridge made of railway flatcars was noted along the tracks west of Snoqualmie, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Falls
The depot at Snoqualmie Falls, Washington was observed as the train passed on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Falls
A view of the west side of the Snoqualmie Falls, Washington depot was taken from the train on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Falls
This attractive storage building was located near the Snoqualmie Falls, Washington depot on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Falls
The Snoqualmie Lodge (at rear) looked over the top of Snoqualmie Falls, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Falls
The Salish Lodge and Spa had a view of the ongoing construction at the top of Snoqualmie Falls on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Falls
The 1986-era Salish Lodge and Spa overlooked the top of Snoqualmie Falls on the Snoqualmie River on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Falls
Construction dominated the scene at the top of Snoqualmie Falls on the Snoqualmie River on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Falls
The ground was well below the tracks beneath the 268-foot Snoqualmie Falls as seen on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Valley
The Snoqualmie River flowed down the Snoqualmie Valley beneath Snoqualmie Falls, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqulamie Valley
The Snoqualmie River flowed north beneath the falls toward Fall City and eventually Everett, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Valley
A closer look at the Snoqualmie River as it flowed downstream was taken from the train on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Valley
A wide view of the Snoqualmie Valley beneath the falls was taken from the excursion train on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Peregrine Falcon
A Peregrine Falcon was sitting on a branch well above Snoqualmie Falls, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Falls
A portion of a rainbow was visible from the train beneath Snoqualmie Falls, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Falls
The Snoqualmie River was more than 250 feet below the railroad tracks beneath Snoqualmie Falls on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Falls
The cliff walls beneath Snoqualmie Falls, though not the falls themselves, could be seen from the train on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Falls
The top of Snoqualmie Falls was noted through the trees from the Northwest Railway Museum train on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Falls
A substation was noted across the Snoqualmie River from the railroad tracks above the falls on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Snoqualmie
A view of the former Northern Pacific line at Snoqualmie, Washington was taken during the station stop on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Track Shed
The brand new track shed for the Northwest Railway Museum was observed from the train on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Boxcars
A line of restored Northern Pacific boxcars sat outside the Conservation and Restoration Center on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - North Bend Way
A look west at North Bend Way made it seem entirely possible that this road had once been I-90, seen 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Bridge 34
A girder bridge over a creek was observed as the excursion train backed toward North Bend, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Nintendo Distribution Center
The Nintendo Distribution Center was observed from the excursion train in North Bend, Washington on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Bridge 35
The approach to Bridge 35 over the South Fork of the Snoqualmie River was observed on 26-June-2010.

Scenery - Bridge 35
Bridge 35 had been built in 1891 to span the Elkstone River in Montana and moved here in 1923, seen 26-June-2010.

Scenery - North Bend
The North Bend, Washington depot was mostly hidden by trees as the train arrived on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - North Bend
The Northwest Railway Museum train pulled out of North Bend, Washington after its final visit on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - North Bend
The Northwest Railway Museum train departed North Bend, Washington with an observation car on the rear on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Snoqualmie
The Northwest Railway Museum train parked for the day at the Snoqualmie, Washington depot on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Snoqualmie
The 1890 Snoqualmie, Washington depot had served railways for its entire career, observed on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Snoqualmie
Kathy and Chuck Gleich posed outside the Snoqualmie, Washington depot, now partially a museum, on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Army Car
A 1952-built Army Ambulance and Kitchen Car was found near the depot in Snoqualmie, Washington on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Chapel Car
Covered in a tarp at Snoqualmie, Washington on 26-June-2010 was a 1898 American Baptist Church chapel car.

NW Railway Museum - Snoqualmie
Mount Si loomed in the distance as a spare RS-4TC locomotive sat at Snoqualmie, Washington on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Turntable Area
The future site of a turntable pit at the Northwest Railway Museum facility in Snoqualmie was observed on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Train Shed
The interior of the Northwest Railway Museum's nearly-completed train shed in Snoqualmie was seen on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Restoration Center
The interior of the Northwest Railway Museum's Conservation and Restoration Center was observed on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Restoration Center
Some original 1889 shelving donated by Puget Sound Energy was at the Conservation and Restoration Center on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Restoration Center
A 1928-era saw still remained in service for the Northwest Railway Museum in Snoqualmie, Washington on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Restoration Center
Former Spokane, Portland and Seattle coach #218 was undergoing restoration at Snoqualmie, Washington on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Restoration Center
The interior of Spokane, Portland and Seattle #218 was rapidly coming along as seen in Snoqualmie on 26-June-2010.

NW Railway Museum - Thomas
Thomas the Tank Engine was found hiding in Snoqualmie, Washington, awaiting its upcoming appearance on 26-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
The Olympic Mountain range was visible from Discovery Park in Seattle, Washington on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
The Jumbo ferries "Tacoma" and "Wenatchee" crossed in Puget Sound as seen from Discovery Park in Seattle on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
Alki Point and West Seattle were prominent in the view south from Discovery Park in Seattle, Washington on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
A view down toward the beach from the Magnolia Bluffs in Seattle's Discovery Park was obtained on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
A view back toward the bluffs from sea level was obtained at Discovery Park in Seattle, Washington on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
A wider view of the southern beach at Discovery Park in Seattle, Washington was taken on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
The entrance to Eliott Bay was observed from Discovery Park in Seattle, Washington on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
A view south from Discovery Park in Seattle, Washington looked toward Vashon Island on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
The south side of West Point Light was seen in Seattle, Washington's Discovery Park on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
The north side of West Point Light, constructed in 1881, was noted in Seattle's Discovery Park on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
A tour boat in Puget Sound passed beneath Mount Constance, 7756 feet high in the distance, on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
The MS Amersterdam cruise ship departed Seattle, Washington past West Point in Discovery Park on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
Some lupine provided early summer color to Discovery Park in Seattle, Washington on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
A bumblebee enjoyed the lupine at Discovery Park in Seattle, Washington on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
The orange color in a bumblebee 's pollen basket was clearly visible in Seattle's Discovery Park on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
Some unknown purple flowers were noted at Discovery Park in Seattle, Washington on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
A pond was found not far above sea level at Discovery Park in Seattle, Washington on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
The dense tree cover cast shadows over a pond at Seattle, Washington's Discovery Park on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
A lush ravine was found along the Loop Trail in Discovery Park in Seattle, Washington on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - Discovery Park
An enormous tree trunk was found adjacent to the Loop Trail in Seattle, Washington's Discovery Park on 28-June-2010.

Seattle - British Air 747-400
A British Air 747-400 was on the approach to Sea-Tac Airport as seen from Seattle, Washington on 25-June-2010.

Seattle - B-24J Liberator
A B-24J "Liberator" aircraft was on the approach to Boeing Field in Seattle, Washington on 25-June-2010.

Seattle - B-24J Liberator
The World War II-era B-24J "Liberator" bomber named "Witchcraft" approached Boeing Field in Seattle on 25-June-2010.

Seattle - B-24J Liberator
The B-24J bomber, owned by the Collings Foundation, would momentarily land at Boeing Field in Seattle on 25-June-2010.

Seattle - Convair 580
A Nolinor Convair 580, registration C-GNRL, approached Boeing Field in Seattle, Washington on 25-June-2010.

Bellevue - Heron
A great blue heron was noted flying above Bellefields Nature Park in Bellevue, Washington on 22-June-2010.

Bellevue - Beaver
A beaver was noted swimming near the mouth of the Mercer Slough in Bellevue, Washington on 22-June-2010.

Bellevue - Beaver
The beaver dove into the Mercer Slough in Bellevue, Washington as canoers approached on 22-June-2010.

Bellevue - Beaver
The beaver swam toward Lake Washington in the Mercer Slough in Bellevue, Washington on 22-June-2010.

Bellevue - Bird
An apparently-exhausted bird rested on a piece of exercise equipment in Bellevue, Washington on 10-June-2010.

Beaux Arts - Sign
A typical intersection sign in Beaux Arts Village, Washington was noted on 22-June-2010.

Beaux Arts - Centennial Sign
A sign from the Centennial celebration of Beaux Arts two years before had resurfaced on 22-June-2010.

Bellevue - Lake Washington Advisory
An advisory about fish caught in Lake Washington was found at Enatai Beach Park in Bellevue, Washington on 22-June-2010.

Bellevue - Traffic Circle Sign
A rather complicated traffic circle sign was found at SE 9th Street and 104th Avenue SE in Bellevue on 10-June-2010.

Bellevue - Car Wash Site
The old Brown Bear car wash had been torn down near Main Street and 104th Avenue in Bellevue on 10-June-2010.

Bellevue - Ashwood Playfield
Ashwood Playfield in Bellevue, Washington was surrounded by a museum, condos, and a library on 24-June-2010.

Bellevue - Puget Sound Blood Center
The Puget Sound Blood Center in Bellevue, Washington was noted from NE 10th Street on 24-June-2010.

Bellevue - NE 10th Street Bridge
The new NE 10th Street bridge over Interstate 405 in Bellevue, Washington was noted on 24-June-2010.

Bellevue - Mount Rainier
Mount Rainier loomed in the distance as viewed from 112th Avenue NE in Bellevue, Washington on 24-June-2010.

Bellevue - Pavement Marking
A new, colored I-405 pavement marking was noted on 112th Avenue NE in Bellevue, Washington on 24-June-2010.

Bellevue - Flower Jar Art
An unusual art display of flowers in jars was noted on the pedestrian corridor in Bellevue, Washington on 24-June-2010.

Bellevue - Flower Jar Art
A closer look at the flower jar art along the NE 6th pedestrian corridor in Bellevue, Washington on 24-June-2010.

Bellevue - Fish Ladder
"Fish Ladder," a 2007 Mike Sweeney piece, was noted outside the downtown Bellevue Safeway store on 24-June-2010.

Bellevue - Bennett Kvam
Bennett Kvam found a chair that was his size in Bellevue, Washington on 24-June-2010.

Bellevue - Bennett Kvam
Bennett Kvam tried on some shoes that were a few sizes too big in Bellevue, Washington on 24-June-2010.

Bellevue - Walking to Park
Michele, Bennett, and Jackson Kvam joined Kathy Gleich for a walk to the park in Bellevue, Washington on 24-June-2010.

Bellevue - Jackson Kvam
Jackson Kvam balanced himself in the playground at Killarney Glen Park in Bellevue, Washington on 24-June-2010.

Bellevue - Jackson Kvam
Jackson Kvam went for a spin at Killarney Glen Park in Bellevue, Washington on 24-June-2010.

Bellevue - Jackson Kvam
Jackson Kvam came to a stop after spinning at Killarney Glen Park in Bellevue, Washington on 24-June-2010.

Bellevue - Bennett Kvam
Not to be outdone by his brother, Bennett Kvam also went for a spin in Bellevue, Washington on 24-June-2010.

Bellevue - Bennett Kvam
Bennett Kvam gave the slide at Killarney Glen Park a try in Bellevue, Washington on 24-June-2010.

Bellevue - Bennett Kvam
Bennett Kvam tried the inside of another spinning toy at Killarney Glen Park in Bellevue on 24-June-2010.

Bellevue - Jackson and Bennett Kvam
Jackson and Bennett Kvam played with wood chips at Killarney Glen Park in Bellevue, Washington on 24-June-2010.

Scenery - Snohomish River
The Snohomish River was observed from Langus Riverfront Park in Everett, Washington on 27-June-2010.

Scenery - Snohomish River
A shipwreck was noted in a side channel of the Snohomish River in Everett, Washington on 27-June-2010.

Scenery - Snohomish River
A side channel of the Snohomish River ran through Langus Riverfront Park in Everett, Washington on 27-June-2010.

Hamilton - Tami McGrady
Tami McGrady fed her Ayrshire cow at her home in Hamilton, Washington on 27-June-2010.

Hamilton - Cattle
The cattle ambled their way toward dinner at the Stenseth-McGrady home in Hamilton, Washington on 27-June-2010.

Hamilton - Calf
The Dexter calf approached the camera after an evening snack in Hamilton, Washington on 27-June-2010.

Hamilton - Feeding
A cow and goats fed out of the same container in Hamilton, Washington on 27-June-2010.

Hamilton - Dexters
The two Dexter cattle relaxed at the McGrady-Stenseth property in Hamilton, Washington on 27-June-2010.

Hamilton - Chickens
A wide variety of chickens were noted walking around at Hamilton, Washington on 27-June-2010.

Hamilton - Rooster
A lone rooster showed off his looks and made trademark noises in Hamilton, Washington on 27-June-2010.

Hamilton - Dogs
Bo and Tuffy watched the other species receive their evening meals in Hamilton, Washington on 27-June-2010.

Hamilton - Gunnar Stenseth
Gunnar Stenseth came out onto the deck to see what was happening in the yard in Hamilton, Washington on 27-June-2010.

Hamilton - Lars Lance and Gunnar
Lars Stenseth, Lance Gleich, and Gunnar Stenseth posed in Hamilton, Washington on 27-June-2010.

Hamilton - Gunnar and Lance
Gunnar Stenseth and Lance Gleich showed their likeness in Hamilton, Washington on 27-June-2010.

Hamilton - Gunnar Lars and Richard
Gunnar and Lars Stenseth and family friend Richard had just gotten some exercise in Hamilton, Washington on 27-June-2010.

Seattle - Horizon Husky Plane
Horizon Air's Husky plane, a Bombardier Q402 of registration N435QX, was noted at Sea-Tac Airport on 29-June-2010.
Summer in Toronto, 2010

Toronto - Aerial
Central Toronto, Ontario east of the Humber River came into sight from an approaching aircraft on 29-June-2010.

Toronto - Aerial
Downtown Toronto, Ontario and the Toronto Islands were viewed from the air on a landing aircraft on 29-June-2010.

Toronto - Aerial
The skyscrapers of downtown Toronto, Ontario and the harbour were viewed from the air on 29-June-2010.

Toronto - Aerial
The Beaches area of Toronto, Ontario east of downtown was observed from the air on 29-June-2010.

Toronto - Aerial
The Don River Valley was observed flowing through Toronto, Ontario and into Lake Ontario on 29-June-2010.

Toronto - Aerial
Canadian National's MacMillan Yard in Vaughn, Ontario north of Toronto was observed from the air on 29-June-2010.

Toronto - Aerial
York University in Toronto, Ontario was observed from an aircraft approaching Pearson Airport on 29-June-2010.

Toronto - Aerial
The race track in Woodbine, Ontario was observed from an aircraft landing at Pearson Airport on 29-June-2010.

Toronto - G20 Sign
A sign protesting the G20 summit that had been held in Toronto, Ontario in June was still on Jane Street on 20-July-2010.

Toronto - G20 Cone
A traffic cone had likely been vandalized during the G20 summit to ask about thinking species, seen on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Sommelier Sign
A bizarre sign advertising a sommelier service was found on Front Street near Bathurst in Toronto on 25-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
The annual re-dedication of the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial in Toronto, Ontario opened on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
Landy Anderson, Executive Director of Chinese Canadian National Council (CCNC), spoke on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
The national anthem was sung at the re-dedication of the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
A yellow lion performed in the lion dance at the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial re-dedication on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
A red lion performed in the lion dance at the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial re-dedication on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
The yellow lion made it behind the audience during the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial re-dedication on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
An attendee received some personal attention from the yellow lion at the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
A rear view of the red lion was obtained during the lion dance at the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
The lions returned to the front stage during the re-dedication of the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
The lions opened their mouth during the lion dance at the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
The drum performers kept the lion dance going at the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial re-dedication on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
The lettuce was grabbed by the red lion during the lion dance at the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
Ian Chow described the significance of the lion dance at the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
James R. Pon, Chairman of the event, spoke at the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial re-dedication on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
Sing Wah Wah of the Chinese Consulate in Toronto, Ontario spoke at the Memorial re-dedication on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
Former Toronto mayor Barbara Hall spoke at the re-dedication of the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
The audience observed former mayor Barbara Hall speaking at the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
Member of Parliament Olivia Chow spoke at the re-dedication of the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
Dora Nipp, CEO of the Multicultural History Society of Ontario, spoke at the Memorial re-dedication on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
Dora Nipp, a Chinese Canadian Historian, was speaking at the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
George Lau, co-chair of the Ontario Coalition of Head Tax Payers and Families, spoke at the Memorial on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
Some of the wreaths being laid at the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial were observed on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
Derek Boles of Heritage Toronto laid the organization's wreath at the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
The other half of the wreaths laid at the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial were observed on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
Mr.Yang of the Chinese Canadian Community Organizations of Ontario spoke at the Railway Workers' Memorial on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
Derek Boles of Heritage Toronto spoke at the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial in Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
The CN Tower loomed in the background as Derek Boles spoke at the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
Derek Boles of Heritage Toronto and the Toronto Railway Historical Association spoke at the Memorial on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
Derek Wu, event co-chairman, was at left, and Derek Boles of Heritage Toronto, was on the podium on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
A final look at Derek Boles presenting the railway history surrounding the memorial was taken on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
Karen Sun, the Executive Director of the local Chinese Canadian National Council chapter, spoke on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
The CN Tower provided the backdrop as Karen Sun spoke at the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
Karen Sun spoke at the re-dedication of the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial in Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
John Cartwright of the Toronto and York Region Labour Council spoke at the Memorial re-dedication on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
John Cartwright drew analogies between Chinese railway workers and modern temporary visa holders on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Memorial Re-Dedication
Event vice-chairman Derek Wu closed the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial re-dedication on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Railway Workers
The wreaths from the re-dedication of the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial still had not been removed on 25-July-2010.

Toronto - First Automated Toilet
Toronto's first automated automated toilet at Queen's Quay and Rees Street was installed in May, seen on 1-August-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day
Streetcars flew Canadian flags in honour of Canada Day, as shown by this car on Bathurst Street on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
Weston neighbourhood residents had gathered at Lions Park in Toronto, Ontario for entertainment on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
The main stage at Lions Park in the Weston neighbourhood was quite small for Canada Day on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
Light faded on the crowds at Lions Park in Toronto, Ontario in advance of Canada Day fireworks on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
The Weston neighbourhood fireworks display in Toronto, Ontario opened with flares in the sky on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
A white ball was exploded above Lions Park in Toronto, Ontario on Canada Day, 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
Multiple balls were included in the Canada Day fireworks display in Toronto's Weston neighbourhood on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
Red balls exploded in the sky during the Weston fireworks in Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
Red rockets and white flowers were part of the Weston Canada Day fireworks in Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
A yellow ball was included in the Weston Canada Day fireworks in Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
A longer exposure streaked the red ball of fireworks at Weston in Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
Green and pink balls were included in the Weston neighbourhood fireworks display on Canada Day, 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
Yellow fireworks faded to black during the Weston neighbourhood fireworks display on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
Multiple yellow fireworks lit up the skies above Toronto, Ontario's Weston neighbourhood on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
A white ball was not perfectly spherical as it exploded over Weston in Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
Yellow and white fireworks exploded in the sky above Toronto, Ontario's Weston neighbourhood on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
Red rockets rose above the Weston neighbourhood in Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
More red rockets entered the sky during the Canada Day fireworks at Weston in Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
A pair of fireworks exploded above the Weston neighbourhood of Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
Multi-coloured streaks filled the sky above the Weston neighbourhood in Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
Canada Day fireworks exploded above the Weston neighbourhood in Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
More rockets took to the sky above Toronto, Ontario's Weston neighbourhood on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
Multi-sized fireworks rose above the Weston neighbourhood in Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
A white ball exploded during the Canada Day fireworks in the Weston neighbourhood of Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
The finale of the Canada Day fireworks at Weston in Toronto, Ontario opened on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
Red fireworks were included in the finale of the Canada Day fireworks at Weston in Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Canada Day Weston Fireworks
The Canada Day Fireworks above the Weston neighbourhood in Toronto, Ontario came to a close on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Weston Streetscape
The Weston neighbourhood's bicycle-themed streetlights were noted on the evening of 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A road sign along Lake Shore Drive portended that the Festival of Fire would be starting on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
An orange ball exploded above Lake Ontario during the opening of the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Fireworks reflected in Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A variety of different fireworks were part of the Festival of Fire off Ontario Place in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Fireworks exploded one after another during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Multi-colored rockets exploded above Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A variety of fireworks exploded over Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A set of green balls exploded above Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
More green balls lit up the sky above Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Red and green balls exploded in the skies during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A nice flower erupted above Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
The sky was crowded with different fireworks during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A variety of multi-colored fireworks were included in the Festival of Fire display above Lake Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A set of mostly white balls exploded over Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
An interesting color scheme of purple and green dominated this scene in the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Small ringed-planet fireworks surrounded a larger ball during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Two large green ball fireworks exploded during the Festival of Fire above Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Pink and white fireworks erupted above Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A green ring facing Ontario Place was included in the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
The waters of Lake Ontario turned red reflecting the fireworks from the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
An interesting set of long-lasting clusters took to the sky during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A combination of clusters and balls were included in the Festival of Fire display in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A pair of hearts exploded in the sky during Celine Dion's "My Heart Will Go On" in the simulcast on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Three hearts appeared in the sky during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A variety of ring-type fireworks reflected in Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire display on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A purple ball exploded in the sky during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Green and white fireworks exploded in the skies above Toronto, Ontario during the Festival of Fire on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Half-and-half balls were an unusual part of the Festival of Fire above Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
White balls and rockets dominated this scene during the finale of the Festival of Fire on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A final conflagration of fireworks brought the Festival of Fire above Toronto, Ontario to a close on 3-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Long-lasting clusters helped to open the Festival of Fire display above Lake Ontario as seen on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Rockets headed for the sky during the opening moments of the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Clusters and rockets combined to light up the sky above Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
White rings were part of the Festival of Fire display in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-1010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
White and green fireworks were reflected in Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire display on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Red and white flower fireworks exploded above Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A heart-shaped firework was viewed on its side during the Festival of Fire event above Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Red and white flower fireworks reflected in Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Especially bright fireworks were strongly reflected in Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A variety of cluster-type fireworks all filled the sky above Toronto during the Festival of Fire on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Blue fireworks faded into the background in the skies above Toronto during the Festival of Fire on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Newly-exploded fireworks appeared above fading displays during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Rockets were reflected in Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A large blue ball exploded during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A red star-shaped firework exploded during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Rockets and white balls dominated the skies above Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A white wall of fireworks rose above Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A broad bouquet of fireworks exploded above Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A ringed star-shaped firework was a highlight of the Festival of Fire above Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Another heart-shaped firework was captured in the skies above Toronto during the Festival of Fire on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Red flowering fireworks were reflected in Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A classic scene of a high firework tailed by lower displays formed during the Festival of Fire on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
An orange and blue ball was highlighted by white fireworks during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A longer exposure highlighted the reflection in Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A longer exposure time captured the expansion of the exploding fireworks above Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Multi-colored fireworks exploded in the skies above Toronto, Ontario during the Festival of Fire on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Star-type fireworks were highlighted by rockets during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Red fireworks were reflected in Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Green fireworks exploded in the skies above Toronto, Ontario during the Festival of Fire on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A longer exposure time created a different effect from exploding fireworks above Lake Ontario in Toronto on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Multi-colored fireworks were reflected in Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Orange fireworks exploded during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
The expansion of a green firework above Lake Ontario was captured during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
An orange and blue firework created an interesting effect during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Pink and white fireworks were reflected in Lake Ontario as the Festival of Fire display came to a close on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A red and green firework resembled a rainbow during the finale of the Festival of Fire on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A series of fireworks exploded above Lake Ontario during the finale of the Festival of Fire on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
The Festival of Fire faded to black above Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Humber Bay
The skyline of Toronto, Ontario was viewed from across Humber Bay at Sunnyside Beach on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Windmill
Toronto, Ontario's famous windmill, 91 meters tall, stood on the Canadian National Exhibition grounds on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Inukshuk
This large inukshuk was located along Lake Ontario outside of Ontario Place on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Totem Pole
Continuing the native theme, this totem pole was found at Little Norway Park on the Toronto waterfront on 1-August-2010.

Toronto - Ferry TCCA1
The utilitarian-named ferry "TCCA1" was out of service near the Western Gap of Toronto Harbour on 1-August-2010.

Toronto - Downtown View
A closer look at the skyline of downtown Toronto, Ontario was obtained from Ontario Place on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The locally-based, 165-foot, 1930-era schooner Kajama opened the Parade of Sail in the Western Gap on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Training Ship Playfair came into sight in the Western Gap of Toronto Harbour during the Parade of Sail on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The locally-based brigantine Playfair, just 72 feet long, passed the airport tower in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Training Ship Playfair had been christened by the Queen, seen leaving Toronto Harbour on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The 1974-era brigantine Playfair departed its home port of Toronto, Ontario and entered Lake Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Training Ship Playfair had entered the open waters of Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Sail Training Vessel Pathfinder tacked to pass through the Western Gap of Toronto Harbour as seen on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The 72-foot brigantine Pathfinder left its home port of Toronto, Ontario during the Parade of Sail on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Sail Training Vessel Pathfinder had been built in Kingston, Ontario in 1963, seen leaving Toronto on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Sail Training Vessel Unicorn tacked as it made its way through the Western Gap of Toronto Harbour on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Sail Training Vessel Unicorn had been made in 1947 of metal salvaged from U-Boats, seen in Toronto on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
A Porter Airlines plane taxied in the background as the schooner Unicorn passed in Toronto Harbour on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
New Jersey-based, 1947-era, 118-foot Sail Training Vessel Unicorn sailed in Toronto's Parade of Sail on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - City Airport
A Porter Air Dash8-Q402, registration C-GLQO, taxied on the runway at Billy Bishop Toronto City Airport on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - City Airport
A Porter Air Q402 aircraft took off from the Billy Ship Toronto City Airport during the Parade of Sail on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - City Airport
A Porter Airlines Dash8-Q402, registration C-GLQA, had just taken off from the airport on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - City Airport
Another Porter Airlines Dash8-Q402, this time registration C-GLQB, ascended into the sky on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - City Airport
Porter Airlines Dash8-Q402, registration C-GLQZ, rose into the sky during the Parade of Sail on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Appledore V came into sight during the Parade of Sail in Toronto, Ontario's Western Gap on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
Bay City, Michigan's 65-foot schooner Appledore V, built in 1992, sailed out of Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Appledore V had become part of the Bay Sail operation in Michigan in 1998, seen in Toronto Harbour on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The gaff-rigged schooner Roseway entered the Western Gap of Toronto Harbour in the Parade of Sail on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The World Ocean School out of Camden, Maine ran the schooner Roseway, seen in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The 135-foot schooner Roseway, built in 1925, exited Toronto Harbour during the Parade of Sail on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The local schooner Kajama returned to Toronto Harbour after completing the Parade of Sail on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The local schooner Kajama passed the Billy Bishop City Airport tower in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Denis Sullivan met the Kajama in the Western Gap of Toronto Harbour during the Parade of Sail on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Great Lakes Schooner Denis Sullivan passed the airport tower as it exited Toronto Harbour on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The 137-foot, Milwaukee-based Great Lakes Schooner Denis Sullivan, built in 2000, left Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Denis Sullivan was the flagship of the state of Wisconsin, seen entering Lake Ontario in Toronto on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The locally-based Empire Sandy tacked as it made its way through the Western Gap of Toronto Harbour on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Empire Sandy was actually a former tugboat that had been converted into a schooner, seen 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The 203-foot Empire Sandy, built in 1943, sailed from Toronto Harbour into Lake Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Pride of Baltimore II based Billy Bishop City Airport's tower in Toronto Harbour on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The topsail schooner Pride of Baltimore II, built in 1988, owned by the city of Baltimore, was in Toronto on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The 157-foot topsail schooner Pride of Baltimore II sailed out of the Western Gap of Toronto Harbour on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The brig Niagara passed through the Western Gap leaving Toronto Harbour in the Parade of Sail on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Niagara had actually participated in the Battle of Lake Erie during the War of 1812, seen in Toronto on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The brig Niagara, the oldest vessel operating on the Great Lakes, participated in the Parade of Sail on 4-July-2010.

TToronto - Parade of Sail
Built in 1813 in Erie, Pennsylvania, the brig Niagara was 110 feet long as seen in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The brig Niagara would not have been welcome in Toronto during the War of 1812, but it was on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The brig Niagara and the steam ferry Trillium met at the entrance to Toronto Harbour on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The brig Niagara entered the open water of Lake Ontario during the Parade of Sail in Toronto on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The steam ferry Trillium was in the open waters of Lake Ontario in a rare trip outside the harbour on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Trillium, built in 1910, was serving as a viewing platform during the Parade of Sail in Toronto on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The steam ferry Trillium drifted in its role as the viewing platform for the Parade of Sail on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The brig Roald Amundsen passed the Billy Bishop City Airport's tower in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The 165-foot brig Roald Amundsen had been a service ship for East Germany before unification, seen on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The brig Roald Amundsen had been built in Eckernfoerde, Germany in 1952, and was in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Roald Amundsen had been converted to its present form in 1992 and seen in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The bark Europa sailed through the Western Gap of Toronto Harbour during the Parade of Sail on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The brig Europa was based out of Rotterdam, The Netherlands, and was visiting Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The brig Europa passed the Billy Bishop City Airport's tower in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The 184-foot Europa was built in 1911 in Scheveningen, The Netherlands, and was seen in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Europa was the result of a lightship conversion in 1986, seen entering the open waters of Lake Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The HMS Bounty replica tacked through the Western Gap of Toronto Harbour in the Parade of Sail on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The 180-foot full-rigged ship Bounty II was built in 1960 in Greenport, New York, seen in Toronto on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Bounty II was originally made as a MGM Film replica for a movie, seen in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Bounty II decided to make a turn in the Western Gap of Toronto Harbour on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Bounty II performed an interesting set of maneuvers in front of spectators along Toronto Harbour on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The stern of the Bounty II came into view as the ship turned during the Parade of Sail in Toronto on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
A Porter Air plane took off from the airport as the Bounty II turned in Toronto Harbour on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Bounty II continued its westbound journey toward Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
Normal marine traffic shared the Western Gap with the Bounty II in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The schooner Challenge passed through the Western Gap of Toronto Harbour during the Parade of Sail on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Challenge passed the Billy Bishop City Airport tower in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The 96-foot, Toronto-based schooner Challenge was built in 1980 and sailed into Lake Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
Two Toronto ships, the schooner Challenge and steam ferry Trillium, met at the entrance to Toronto Harbour on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The 72-foot brigantine St. Lawrence II, was built in Kingston in 1953 and was in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The Canadian Coast Guard had a rescue ship on hand in Lake Ontario during the Parade of Sail in Toronto on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The steam ferry Trillium headed back to the ferry dock in Toronto Harbour after the Parade of Sail on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Parade of Sail
The steam ferry Trillium disappeared back through the Western Gap into Toronto Harbour on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Ontario Place
The fountain on the Ontario Place grounds was attracting recreational boaters in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - Spadina Expressway Plaques
A set of new historical plaques talking about the Spadina Expressway were installed in early 2010, seen 17-July-2010.

Toronto - Spadina Expressway Plaques
The second of three historical plaques on the Spadina Expressway were located near Bloor and Spadina on 17-July-2010.

Toronto - Spadina Expressway Plaques
The Spadina Expressway had never been built, as explained on the historical plaques viewed on 17-July-2010.

Toronto - Queen
The legislative assembly at Queen's Park was designed in 1892 by Richard Waite, seen from the grounds on 17-July-2010.

Toronto - Queen
David Bogart, Communications Officer of the Legislative Assembly of Ontario, began a Queen's Park walk on 17-July-2010.

Toronto - Queen
This picture had been taken inside during the recent visit of the Queen, seen during the walk on 17-July-2010.

Toronto - Queen
A statue of Queen Victoria, after whom the park was named, was found in front of the East Wing on 17-July-2010.

Toronto - Queen
The East Wing of the Legislative Assembly building was under construction during the tour on 17-July-2010.

Toronto - Queen
A statue of John Graves Simcoe, first lieutenant governor of Upper Canada, was in Queen's Park on 17-July-2010.

Toronto - Queen
A monument to the 1885 Northwest Rebellion of the M??tis people was found in Queen's Park on 17-July-2010.

Toronto - Queen
The 1926 Whitney Block was an office building east of Queen's Park designed by F.R. Heakes, seen 17-July-2010.

Toronto - Queen
The Heritage Toronto walking tour of Queen's Park gathered at the south end of oval on 17-July-2010.

Toronto - Queen
David Bogart showed a 1935 picture of a recently-planted tree at the south end of Queen's Park on 17-July-2010.

Toronto - Queen
The same English Oak tree at the south end of Queen's Park was considerably larger when viewed on 17-July-2010.

Toronto - Queen
A picture of the original statue of Queen Victoria on the Queen's Park grounds was shown on 17-July-2010.

Toronto - Queen
A picture of the fountain that once sat at the south end of Queen's Park was shown by David Bogart on 17-July-2010.

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These gates once marked the entrance of Queen's Park as seen in a photograph shown on 17-July-2010.

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The appearance of Queen's Park prior to the 1909 fire that resulted in remodeling was shown on 17-July-2010.

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A statue of Sir Oliver Mowat, premier of Ontario from 1872 to 1896, was found at Queen's Park on 17-July-2010.

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The original light fixture still stood above the carriage entrance at the Legislative Assembly on 17-July-2010.

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The architect's face was found in the ornamentation on the western face of Queen's Park on 17-July-2010.

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This rose garden celebrated the Golden Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 2002, seen 17-July-2010.

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This rose garden celebrated the Silver Jubilee of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II in 1977, seen 17-July-2010.

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The North Wing of the Legislative Assembly building was viewed from the rear of the building on 17-July-2010.

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The formal conclusion of the Heritage Toronto walk through Queen's Parks was observed on 17-July-2010.

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The Heritage Toronto Queen's Park walk unofficially continued inside the West Wing of the Legislative on 17-July-2010.

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The grandeur of the West Wing of the Legislative Assembly was captured in this view on 17-July-2010.

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The ceiling of the West Wing in the Legislative Assembly building lit the floors below on 17-July-2010.

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This ship model was an exhibit on Ontario in the West Wing of the Legislative Assembly on 17-July-2010.

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A vein of silver was another display from around the province of Ontario found in the West Wing on 17-July-2010.

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The intricate tile of the floors in the West Wing of the Legislative Assembly was observed on 17-July-2010.

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A look back down on the first floor of West Wing of the Legislative Assembly was taken after ascending on 17-July-2010.

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The staircase from the entrance to Queen's Park toward the North Wing was observed on 17-July-2010.

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The painting "Fathers of the Confederation" was hanging high above the entrance to the North Wing on 17-July-2010.

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Some damage from the 1909 fire to the building was put on display outside the Legislative Chamber on 17-July-2010.

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Portraits of the Queen and her consort guarded the entrance to the Legislative Chamber on 17-July-2010.

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The ornate Speaker's Chair stood at the far end of the Legislative Chamber as observed on 17-July-2010.

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The front windows of the Legislative Chamber were viewed from the inside instead of the outside on 17-July-2010.

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The 1867 version of the Mace used as a symbol of parliamentary legitimacy was on display in the Chamber on 17-July-2010.

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The desk of the Sergeant at Arms in the Legislative Chamber of the Province of Ontario was seen on 17-July-2010.

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David Bogart pointed out where the Premier sat on the government side of the Legislative Chamber on 17-July-2010.

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The visitor's gallery was located above the Legislative Chamber as observed in Queen's Park on 17-July-2010.

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The ceiling of the Legislative Chamber of the province of Ontario was observed in Queen's Park on 17-July-2010.

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William McCormack was the carpenter responsible for the wooden detailing in the Legislative Chamber observed on 17-July-2010.

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The television cameras in the Legislative Chamber had been disguised in locations like this one observed on 17-July-2010.

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The opposition side of the Legislative Chamber was observed during the Heritage Toronto tour on 17-July-2010.

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The north wall in the Legislative Chamber featured a clock in view of the Speaker on 17-July-2010.

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The East Wing of the Legislative Assembly had been rebuilt after the 1909 fire, seen on 17-July-2010.

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The door to Premier Dalton McGuinty's offices was observed between sessions (and a weekend day) on 17-July-2010.

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The portrait of former premier Bob Ray was found in the hallway of the East Wing on 17-July-2010.

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Most of the real decisions were made in this room, the Executive Council Chamber at Queen's Park on 17-July-2010.

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A wide variety of paintings were found along the wall of the East Wing of the Legislative Assembly on 17-July-2010.

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The office of the Speaker, Steve Peters, was found in the Legislative Assembly building on 17-July-2010.

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A miniature Legislative Chamber for education purposes was found next to the Speaker's Office on 17-July-2010.

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The Heritage Toronto tour returned to the ground floor of the East Wing of the Legislative Assembly on 17-July-2010.

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All Members of Provincial Parliament who had ever served were listed on the walls of the building on 17-July-2010.

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A painting of the very first Legislative Assembly at Niagara was near the modern entrance on 17-July-2010.

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The staircase of the entrance to the North Wing was viewed from the ground floor of the building on 17-July-2010.

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The original 1792 mace had been returned and was on display near the entrance of the Legislative Assembly on 17-July-2010.

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The entrance to Queen's Park was observed at the conclusion of the Heritage Toronto tour on 17-July-2010.

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The floral display at the south end of Queen's Park changed on a regular basis, seen on 14-August-2010.

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Volunteer Board Member Robert Prowse introduced the Heritage Toronto walk on the trees of Queen's Park on 14-August-2010.

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The Heritage Toronto walk gathered under this English Oak planted in 1935 on 14-August-2010.

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The English Oak was planted in 1935 by mayor James Simpson as described by this plaque seen on 14-August-2010.

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Heritage Toronto walk leader Todd Irvine tried to show images on a computer screen on 14-August-2010.

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The image on the computer screen showed the previous appearance of the forest behind Queen's Park on 14-August-2010.

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The Heritage Toronto walk gathered around an amur cork tree on the eastern edge of Queen's Park on 14-August-2010.

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The characteristic bark of the amur cork tree was observed in Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

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The canopy of the amur cork tree was observed during the Heritage Toronto walk on 14-August-2010.

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A Red-Tailed Hawk was noted perched on the Legislative Assembly building at Queen's Park on 14-August-2010.

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A nest was visible in the upper reaches of a white pine tree at Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

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A horse chestnut tree like the ones that used to line University Avenue was found at Queen's Park on 14-August-2010.

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Some horse chestnuts were growing on the tree on 14-August-2010, destined to fall to the ground at Queen's Park.

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The Heritage Toronto walk gathered around a perennial bed, converted from an annual bed, on 14-August-2010.

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A Bottlebrush Buckeye tree was noted east of the East Wing of the Legislative Assembly on 14-August-2010.

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A White Ash tree was found beyond the East Wing of the Legislative Assembly in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

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A Sycamore Maple--not really a sycamore tree--was found across the street from Queen's Park on 14-August-2010.

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What may have been one of the original Horse Chestnut trees was found outside the Whitney Block on 14-August-2010.

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A serviceberry tree, quite common in the city of Toronto, was found at Queen's Park on 14-August-2010.

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A Tulip Tree, cultivated to grow vertically, was an example of Carolinian vegetation at Queen's Park on 14-August-2010.

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The canopy of a Kentucky Coffee tree was observed at Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

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The interesting-looking seed pod of a Kentucky Coffee tree was growing at Queen's Park in Toronto on 14-August-2010.

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Todd Irvine held up an individual seed for the Kentucky Coffee tree, usually found three to a pod, on 14-August-2010.

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Todd Irvine demonstrated how the leafs of the Kentucky Coffee tree featured leaflets on 14-August-2010.

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A yellow cedar tree was found in the northern portion of Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

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An Austrian Pine was suffering from a fungus infection was would probably not survive at Queen's Park on 14-August-2010.

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A Ginkgo "Memory" tree was found in the northern part of Queen's Park at Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

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Todd Irvine showed a ginkgo leaf and talked about how it varied from other leaves at Queen's Park on 14-August-2010.

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An Ohio Buckeye tree was actually a native tree to area (if rare) found in Queen's Park on 14-August-2010.

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Todd Irvine spoke to the Heritage Toronto walk in front of a 250 year-old Red Oak tree on 14-August-2010.

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The crowd from the Heritage Toronto walk gathered underneath an original-growth red oak tree on 14-August-2010.

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Another red oak tree was found on the grounds of Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

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A Pin Oak tree was found in the middle of Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

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A London Plane tree, known for exfoliating its bark, was found in Queen's Park in Toronto on 14-August-2010.

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A young white pine, the species that once dominated this area, was found at Queen's Park in Toronto on 14-August-2010.

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A white oak tree was found in the northern portion of Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

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The Heritage Toronto walk gathered around a red oak that had succumbed to disease on 14-August-2010.

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The red oak stump was filled with concrete, a discredited tree care practice, observed on 14-August-2010.

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The stump of another red oak that had once been the largest in Queen's Park was observed on 14-August-2010.

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A Big-Leafed Linden tree was yet another example of an introduced species in Queen's Park on 14-August-2010.

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A sugar maple, a very popular species native to Ontario, was found in Queen's Park on 14-August-2010.

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A Crimean Linden tree was a destination during the Heritage Toronto walk through Queen's Park on 14-August-2010.

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This white pine tree had been planted by Michael Ignatieff's father in Queen's Park, seen on 14-August-2010.

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This plaque described how George Ignatieff, father of the politician, planted this tree, photographed on 14-August-2010.

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The Heritage Toronto walk ended underneath a black walnut tree as observed on 14-August-2010.

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The Royal Ontario Museum posted these interpretative signs on the trees of Queen's Park seen on 14-August-2010.

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This fountain was located in the southwest corner of Queen's Park, viewed on 14-August-2010.

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Honoring the dedication of Queen's Park, this King Edward VII statue, moved from India in 1969, was seen on 14-August-2010.

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The sculpture was a tribute to poet Al Purdy, who lived from 1918 to 2000, observed in Queen's Park on 14-August-2010.

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This monument at the north end of Queen's Park was to the 48th Highlanders Regiment, seen 14-August-2010.

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A close-up of the 48th Highlanders Memorial on one of the sides addressing World War I was taken on 14-August-2010.

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The various sides of the Monument honored World War I, World War II, and the South African War on 14-August-2010.

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This sign oddly designated "their way" instead of "one way" westbound on College at University on 14-August-2010.

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The police colour guard arrived at Queen's Park for the visit of Queen Elizabeth II on 6-July-2010.

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Crowds gathered around the Queen's walkabout route through Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The bands were ready in the distance for the visit of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on 6-July-2010.

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The flag of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II few above Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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A closer look at the Queen's Flag was taken as it flew above Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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Governor General Micha??lle Jean arrived by limousine at Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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A protester wearing a bear suit was fanned to keep cool while waiting for the arrival of the Queen on 6-July-2010.

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A People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals protester wearing a bear suit was found at Queen's Park on 6-July-2010.

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The crowd and the media both awaited the arrival of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II at Queen's Park on 6-July-2010.

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Toronto mayor David Miller walked to his place for the visit of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II on 6-July-2010.

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The Shriners, preparing for a parade that would pass this location, backed away from Queen's Park on 6-July-2010.

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More dignitaries came out of the building at Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario during the Queen's visit on 6-July-2010.

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Cameras followed Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth as she walked around Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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Canadian Prime Minister Stephen Harper was noted walking around Queen's Park along with the Queen on 6-July-2010.

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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II's pink hat came into view as she walked through Queen's Park on 6-July-2010.

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A clear view of the Queen's pink hat was obtained as Her Majesty walked through Queen's Park on 6-July-2010.

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Prime Minister Stephen Harper was noted in the reception line for Queen Elizabeth II in Queen's Park on 6-July-2010.

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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II stood on a platform by the reception line in Queen's Park in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II resumed her walkabout at Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Queen's pink hat was all that could be seen as she walked around Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Queen's position could be determined by the direction of the cameras in Queen's Park on 6-July-2010.

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The hat of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II was again visible as she exited Queen's Park in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II entered her Royal limousine after visiting Queen's Park in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II entered her vehicle for the trip to the airport to end her Canadian visit on 6-July-2010.

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The Queen's limousine exited Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario, her final stop on her Canadian visit, on 6-July-2010.

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The Police Colour Guard headed away after the completion of the Queen's visit to Queen's Park on 6-July-2010.

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The band marched out of Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario upon the completion of the Queen's Visit on 6-July-2010.

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The band marched up Queen's Park Crescent along the office buildings in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The band played its way out of Queen's Park Crescent in Toronto, Ontario after the Queen's Visit on 6-July-2010.

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The drums from the band passed on Queen's Park Crescent in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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A long string of public servants followed the band out Queen's Park Crescent after the Queen's Visit on 6-July-2010.

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Another Colour Guard brought up the rear of the procession exiting Queen's Park in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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A red admiral butterfly landed on a concrete planter along Queen's Park Crescent in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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A camel was apparently looking for a parking place in advance of the Shriners Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Police Colour Guard started down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario to open the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The Police Colour Guard marched in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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Representatives of local Ontario temples headed up the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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A member from Bracebridge, Ontario carried the Canadian flag in the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The Toronto Police Pipe and Drum Band provided the first live music of the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

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A group of policemen marched in the Shriners Parade down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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A ladder truck was part of the Fire Services contribution to the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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Harry Hippo provided a platform for Shiners during their international parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The local Toronto Ramses Shiners Pipe Band played "It's A Small World" in the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The Egypt Temple Potentate from Tampa, Florida was escorted during the Shriners Parade in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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A fleet of Jeepsters carried the Potentates of various Shrine Temples during the parade in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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Each temple carried their own sign, including the local Ramses Temple seen in the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The Ramses Drum Corps from the local temple marched in the Shriners Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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Xylophones were a key element of the Ramses Drum Corps in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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The potentate of the local Ramses Temple in Toronto, Ontario was carried in the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The Manito Blue Flyers from the Ramses Temple participated in the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The tow truck of the Manito Blue Flyers presented an unique appearance in the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The drivers of the Manito Blue Flyers waved as they passed the crowds during the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The local Ramses Temple's well-known train participated in the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The Trent Valley Hillbillies contributed their wood car to the Shriners International Parade in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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The "Truck Unit" of the Trent Valley Shrine Club drove down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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A walking fez (Shriner's hat) was a hit with the crowd in the Shriners Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Trent Valley Shriners contributed this bi-ended car to the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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Which way was the bi-ended car from the Trent Valley Shriners going on University Avenue in Toronto on 6-July-2010?

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The Trent Valley Shrine Club's Emergency Unit headed down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The flags of all countries served by the Shriners were flown by the Scarborough unit on 6-July-2010.

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The Scarborough Miniature Cars entertained the crowds along University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Scarborough Miniature Cars ran in formation along the route of the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The El Shamaly Clown Unit from Richmond Hill, Ontario was found in the Shriners Parade in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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The Ramses Shrine Yacht Club did not have an especially notable craft in the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The Viking Shrine Club had an iconic float in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Muskoka Shrine Club's Fire Truck drove down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario during the parade on 6-July-2010.

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The Muskoka Shrine Club's Motorcyclists put on a popular show with children in the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The Muskoka Shrine Club's Hospitals Trailer participated in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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The Sheba Shrine Club from Barrie, Ontario flew its flags in the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The Ramses Shrine Club trolley provided a lift down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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It wouldn't be a Shiners Parade with a clown like this one walking down University Avenue in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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The Hamilton Oriental Band participated in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Peel Shrine Club contributed their clowns van to the Shriners International Parade in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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The minicars from Peel were a sight to be seen from child level during the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The President of the Orillia Shrine Club rode in a Chevelle SS in the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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A Chevelle SS provided transportation for the Orillia Shrine Club president in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Orillia Desert Riders provided another variation on the motorcar them of Shriners Clubs in the parade on 6-July-2010.

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The sign for the Oakville Shrine Club came down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The train from the Belleville Shrine Club appeared in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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The Teddy Bear Express from Belleville, Ontario was spotted in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Camel Herders from Belleville, Ontario had a very interesting sign in the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The Camel Herders from Belleville, Ontario had an interesting float in the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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A fire truck from the Belleville, Ontario Shrine Club was in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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A large float from the Hillbilly Shrine Club came down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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A variety of Hillbilly vehicles were found in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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"Old Smokey" from the Hillbilly Shrine Club made its way down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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A big red caboose from Port Colborne, Ontario participated in the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The Credit Valley, Ontario Shrine Club contributed these Jeeps to the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The Credit Valley Shrine Club ran its train down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Credit Valley Club had its mobile organ playing in the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The Niagara Shrine Club contributed their Maid of the Mist to the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The Guelph Rameses Shrine Club contributed this large float to the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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A clown carried a large camera down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Tecumseh Shrine Club provided the second Chevelle of the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The Oshawa Oriental Band provided entertainment during the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The Oshawa Mini Cars raced their way up and down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Sudbury Oriental Band rode in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Sudbury Shrine Club contributed this float to the Shriners International Parade in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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The Midland District Shrine Club's trailer displayed most of the classic Shriners slogans on 6-July-2010.

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The Midland District Shrine Club brought its unique Coast Guard unit to the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

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A Model A Ford was the oldest vehicle noted in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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This float from Kingston, Ontario appeared in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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A very fast set of miniature cars from Kingston, Ontario served in the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The St. Catharines Shrine Club brought these miniature cars to the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The float from the St. Catharines Shrine Club headed down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Ramses Shrine Club self-powered caboose ran in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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A line of flag carriers from the Egypt Shrine Club in Tampa, Florida walked in the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

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The Mecca Shrine Club had been established in New York, New York in 1872, and marched in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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A contingent from Troy, New York, the home of Uncle Sam, marched in the Shriners Parade in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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The Syrian Shrine Club from Cincinnati, Ohio brought their miniature cars to Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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Flag carrying was equestrian in the Syrian Shrine Club from Cincinnati, Ohio observed in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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The Ziyara Shriners from Utica, New York drove a truck down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Ziyara Shriners brought this plane from Utica, New York to the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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A clown rode a classic bicycle during the Shriners International Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Moslem Shrine Temple from Detroit, Michigan marched in the Shriners Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Aleppo Shrine Temple from Boston, Massachusetts marched in the Shriners Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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A buggy from the Aleppo Shrine Temple drove down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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A whole fleet of buggies from Boston, Massachusetts drove in the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

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A motorcycle from the Aleppo Temple in Boston, Massachusetts drove in the Shriners Parade in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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The Medinah Shrine Temple from Chicago, Illinois marched in the Shriners Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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A hot dog made its way down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario during the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

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A set of motorized camels performed in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Lulu Shine Temple from Plymouth, Massachusetts marched in the Shriners Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Nur Shrine Temple from Wilmington, Delaware marched in the Shriners Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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Horses from the Nur Temple in Wilmington, Delaware marched down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Murat Shrine Temple from Indianapolis, Indiana marched in the Shriners Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Crescent Shrine Temple from Westampton, New Jersey ran their miniature cars in the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

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An ice cream truck from the Crescent Temple in Westampton, New Jersey was observed in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Zem Zem Temple from Erie, Pennsylvania marched in the Shriners Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Zem Zem Temple band from Erie, Pennsylvania lightened up the Shiners Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The orchestra from the Zem Zem Shrine in Erie, Pennsylvania rode in the Shriners Parade in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Aladdin Shrine Temple from Columbus, Ohio contributed this display of flags to the Shiners Parade on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Aladdin Shrine Temple had traveled to the Shriners International Convention in this bus seen on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Boumi Shrine Temple from Baltimore, Maryland marched in the Shiners International Parade in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Boumi Shrine temple from Baltimore brought their flying carpets to the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
A giant fez from the Kosair Shrine Temple in Louisville, Kentucky appeared in the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Kosair Shrine Temple from Louisville, Kentucky brought this trailer to Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Ismalia Shrine Temple from Jamestown, New York brought this distinct truck to the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The potentate from the Morocco Shrine Temple in Jacksonville, Florida took a ride in the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
A bucking vehicle from the Morocco Shrine Temple in Jacksonville, Florida performed in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Melha Highlanders Band from Springfield, Massachusetts performed in the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Kalurah Shrine Temple from Endicott, New York drove these vehicles in the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
A boxed man waked in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto, Ontarion on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Karnak Shrine Temple from Montreal, Quebec contributed this vehicle to the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
This large train had come from the Karnak Shrine Temple in Montreal, Quebec to Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Al Azhar Shrine Temple from Calgary, Alberta marched in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Al Azhar Oriental Band from Calgary, Alberta performed in the Shriners Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Alymer Shrine Club from Alymer, Ontario contributed this Ghostbusters vehicle to the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Alymer Shrine Club also brought their Blue Brothers vehicle to the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
A covered wagon from Cambridge, Ontario headed down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The "Mocha Love Bugs" from London, Ontario drove in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Mocha Shrine Temple from London, Ontario contributed this Bluewater fire truck to the Shiners Parade on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The fleet of Jeepsters returned to carry more dignitaries in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Tunis Shrine Temple from Ottawa, Ontario contributed these Keystone Cops to the Shriners Parade on 6-July-2010.

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Another look at the Keystone Cops vehicle driving in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

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Airplanes from the Tunis Shrine Temple in Ottawa, Ontario taxied down University Avenue in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Kem Shrine Temple from Grand Forks, North Dakota marched in the Shriners Parade in Toronto on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The end of the Shriners Parade started to come into sight with Queen's Park in the background on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
More flags of all the nations where Shriners International operates were observed in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Sphinx Shrine Temple from Newington, Connecticut marched in the Shriners International Parade on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Shriners Yacht Clubs carried their signs in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Ohio Shrine Clubs marched in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

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The Sharon Shrine Club from Tyler, Texas marched in the Shriners International Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Shriners Parade
The Grand Marshall ended the Shriners Parade down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 6-July-2010.

Toronto - Mural
This Master Mechanic mural was one of several new anti-graffiti murals on Dundas Street West noted on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - Mural
A mural referring to the 2003 great northeast power blackout was found on Dundas Street West on 11-September-2010.

Toronto - Pride Wolf
This rainbow wolf in Trinity Bellwoods Park was apparently placed in advance of Pride Day, seen 1-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
The Novo Horizonte bar on Dundas Street West in Toronto, Ontario was decorated with World Cup flags on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
The Brazilian Star bar on Dundas Street West in Toronto, Ontario was prepared for the World Cup on 1-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
Flags were flown off cars during the World Cup, though this Jeep may have been late for Canada Day on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
A Portuguese flag was noted flying from this vehicle on Keele Street in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
Considering the number of Portuguese contractors, the flags on this pickup truck were not surprising on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
Multi-flag vehicles were common, such as this van supporting Uruguay and Argentina at Jane and Dundas on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
Another dual-flag vehicle featured the flags of Germany and Spain driving on Bloor Street West on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
The Germans apparently split their loyalty in the finals, with the Netherlands and Germany on this car on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
The Netherlands flag was flown from this car noted on Bloor Street West in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
The Netherlands were a finalist by the time this fan was spotted on Jane Street in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
This car not only had a small upright Spanish flag, but a larger one over its roof on Jane Street on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
Spanish flags of all sizes were found on this car on Dundas Street West in Toronto, Ontario on 7-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
John Street outside the CBC headquarters was closed for World Cup celebrations in Toronto, Ontario on 11-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
Spain had just won the World Cup as shown on the big screen television on John Street in Toronto, Ontario on 11-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
The celebrations of the World Cup victory by Spain started on John Street in Toronto, Ontario on 11-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
A trio of Spanish women were celebrating their nation's victory in the World Cup on Spadina Avenue on 11-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
The first "victory car" came into sight on Spadina Avenue after Spain won the World Cup on 11-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
The big celebrations of Spain's World Cup victory came into sight on College Street in Toronto on 11-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
The focal point of World Cup celebrations turned out to be a College Street streetcar at Bathurst Street on 11-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
Spanish fans had claimed the roof of the streetcar as their party platform after the World Cup on 11-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
Spanish fans celebrated their World Cup victory around the streetcar located on College Street on 11-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
A sea of yellow and red surrounded the streetcar during World Cup celebrations in Toronto, Ontario on 11-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
The Fire Tower loomed in the distance as the World Cup celebrations continued on College Street on 11-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
An overview of the World Cup celebrations was taken from the intersection of College and Bathurst on 11-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
Fans with a flag and a vuvuzela were celebrating the Spanish victory in the World Cup on 11-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
A van blew into a vuvuzela, the audio marker of the 2010 World Cup as spotted in Toronto, Ontario on 11-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
An especially well-decorated van joined a traffic jam of Spanish fans on College Street in Toronto on 11-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
A long line of vehicles celebrating Spain's World Cup victory backed up on College Street in Toronto on 11-July-2010.

Toronto - World Cup
An especially well-decorated red pickup celebrated Spain's World Cup victory on College Street on 11-July-2010.

Toronto - Mount Dennis
The intersection of Eglinton Avenue and Weston Road was a focal point of the Mount Dennis neighbourhood on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
A crowd gathered for a Heritage Toronto walk at the former York Civic Centre site on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
Heritage Toronto Board Member Mario Fantino introduced the walk through the York town centre area on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
Historian Madeleine McDowell delivered the introduction to the York Heritage Toronto walk on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
Madeleine McDowell introduced the Heritage Toronto walk around the central York area on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
The Memorial Collegiate Institute was the first stop for the Heritage Toronto walk through central York on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
The entrance to the Memorial Collegiate Institute, completed in 1930, was observed on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
This historical plaque gave the history of the Memorial Collegiate Institute as observed on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
Madeleine McDowell spoke in front of the Memorial Collegiate Institute in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
Sir William Mulock had designed the Memorial Collegiate Institute, observed in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
Madeleine McDowell led the Heritage Toronto walk down Eglinton Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
These signs lined what was now marketed as the "Eglinton West" neighbourhood along Eglinton Avenue on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
This house had been part of the 19th-century Cain family farm now along Eglinton Avenue on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
This modern building was on the site of the onetime Cain family farm barn, as observed on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
The Eglinton Hill Business Improvement Area sponsored the signs at Eglinton and Kane in Toronto on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk gathered at Cameron Avenue and Kane Avenue to talk about the hillside on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
Hillside springs had been located not far from this location on the Heritage Toronto York walk on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
The old brick surface was peeking through the surface of Holwood Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk was becoming quite spread out as it proceeded down Kane Avenue on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
The Heritage Toronto group re-gathered for a talk about Silverthorn Junior Public School on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
Kane Middle School, built in 1969, was located along the route of the York Heritage Toronto walk on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
The Silverthorn Junior Public School, originally built in 1917 and rebuilt since, was noted on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
The fields beneath Silverthorn Junior Public School had once been filled with training soldiers, seen 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
The onetime boy's entrance to Silverthorn Junior Public School was observed on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
Original features and later additions were visible at the Silverthorn Junior Public School were observed on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
The main entrance to the Silverthorn Junior Public School was viewed from below in Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
This Laneway off Ypres Road had once been the location of 5-dollar-down houses, certainly not anymore on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
This location along Keele Street in Toronto, Ontario had been the site of Red Square in the 1930s, seen 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
This old limousine was found parked along Keele Street during the Heritage Toronto walk on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
This artists' mural was found at the intersection of Eglinton Avenue and Keele Street in Toronto on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
The Board of Education Centre, once the headquarters of public schools in York, was observed on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
Madeleine McDowell showed a picture of the Parsons Farm that had once been near this location on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
The first flight above Toronto, Ontario on 10-July-1910 was shown in this this picture on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
Trethewey Drive once led to the estate site where Toronto's first airstrip had been located in 1910, seen 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
Coronation Park had been established in 1953 on land that had yet to be developed in York, Ontario, seen 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
Coronation Park, observed on 10-July-2010, had been built on the site of several springs in Toronto, Ontario.

Toronto - York Heritage Walk
Madeleine McDowell handed over the microphone to Mario Fantino at the end of the Heritage Toronto walk on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Eglinton West
This interesting sign marked the entrance to the Eglinton West neighbourhood on Eglinton Avenue on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - York Civic Centre
The York Civic Centre, once the seat of government for the city of York, was observed on 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Black Creek
Black Creek was observed from Eglinton Avenue in Toronto, Ontario at the height of summer, 10-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
A group gathered for an unusual weeknight Heritage Toronto walk through the Exhibition Grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
Steve Collie of the Exhibition Archives began the Heritage Toronto walking tour of Exhibition Grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The Dufferin Gate, 1959 edition, still greeted visitors to the Canadian National Exhibition Grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The original western border of the Exhibition Grounds was observed during the Heritage Toronto walk on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The community of West Parkdale, with 150 homes, had once been located in this part of the grounds seen on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The 1926 Ontario Government Building was observed at the Canadian National Exhibition Grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
Chapman and Oxley designed the Ontario Government Building, now the Liberty Grand on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
One of the lion monuments, located in front of the Liberty Grand building, was observed on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
This plaque on the Exhibition Grounds paid tribute to Marilyn Bell's 1954 swim across Lake Ontario on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The second lion monument in front of the Liberty Grand was noted during the Heritage Toronto Walk on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
This 1934 plaque honored the centennial of relations between Rochester, New York and Toronto, Ontario on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The 1794 Scadding Cabin, Toronto's oldest building, had been moved to the Exhibition Grounds in 1879, seen 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
Steve Collie talked about the history of the Scadding Cabin, which was present for the first exhibition, on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
Fort Rouille, which had been located in this location from 1750 to 1759, was honored by this monument on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The outline of the French Fort Rouille was found in the Canadian National Exhibition Grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The site of Fort Rouille, a French fur trading post, as seen as sunset approached at the grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
This bailey bridge had been donated after World War II but was not placed until years later, seen 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The Bandshell Stage, built in 1936, was based on the Hollywood Bowl in California, observed on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The present Bell Tower at the Exhbition Grounds was located on the old Lighting Tower site, seen on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The 1930 Flagpole site, only recently fully removed, was observed at the Exhibition Grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
A statue of a minotaur was found on the Exhibition Grounds in Toronto, Ontario on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
Another view of the minotaur statue, half man and half bull, was taken at the exhibition grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The Princess Margaret Fountain, built in 1958, still looked sharp at the Exhibition Grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The Press Building, built in 1905 by George Wallace Gouinlock, was observed at the Exhibition Grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The stained glass of the Press Building featured the 1905 seal of Toronto on it as seen on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
An old American elm tree was observed at dusk on the Canadian National Exhibition Grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The Better Living Centre, a 1962 modernist structure, was observed at the Exhibition Grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The Queen Elizabeth Theatre, built in 1957, was pictured at the Exhibition Grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The cornerstone of the Queen Elizabeth Building was observed at the Canadian National Exhibition Grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
This entrance to Bimo Field featured various heritage elements from a previous sports building on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The granite for these benches outside Bimo Field came from previously-demolished buildings, seen 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The Food Products Building, built in 1954, was observed at the Canadian National Exhibition on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
A Canadian flag on the Canadian National Exhibition grounds joined the CN Tower in this sunset view on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The Art Deco Horse Palace, built in 1931, was observed on the Canadian National Exhibition Grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk through the Exhibition Grounds paused at the site of the midway on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The 200-ton tugboat Ned Hanlan was preserved at the Canadian National Exhibition Grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The stern of the 1932 steam tugboat Ned Hanlan was observed at the Canadian National Exhibition grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The Officers' Quarters of the Stanley Barracks, built in 1841 as part ar the New Fort on this site, was seen on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
Steve Collie spoke about the history of the Stanley Barracks, which replaced Fort York, in Toronto on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
This provincial plaque explained the history of the Stanley Barracks on the Exhibition Grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
Steam locomotive #6213 had sat on this site on the exhibition grounds from 1960 to 2009, seen 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
The Allstream Centre, built in 1929 as the Automotive Building, was observed at the Exhibition Grounds on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
Chapman and Oxley had designed the Princes Gates of the Exhibition Groudns in 1927, seen at sunset on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Exhibition Heritage Walk
Steve Collie concluded the Heritage Toronto walk through the Exhibition Grounds on 28-July-2010 at the Prince's Gates.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Car #01 in the NASCAR Canadian Tire series, driven by Caitlin Johnson, was found disabled in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
The CN Tower loomed in the distance above the racetrack for Honda Indy Toronto along the Lakeshore on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
NASCAR Canadian Tire series car #21, driven by Jason White, drove down Pit Lane in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
J.R. Fitzpatrick drove car #84 in the NASCAR Canadian Tire series down the front straightaway in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Isabelle Tremblay drove car #88 in the NASCAR Canadian Tire series past start-finish in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Dexter Stacey in car #55 and David Thorndike in car #67 raced past start-finish in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Andrew Ranger, seen driving down pit lane in Toronto, would be the winner of the NASCAR race two days after 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Jason White in car #21 was side-by-side wiht David Thorndike in car #67 at start-finish during testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Jason Bowles drove car #11 along pit lane as Scott Steckley tested in car #22 in the background on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Jason Hathaway in car #3 and Ron Beauchamp Jr. in car #60 both pitted during the test session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Jeff Lapecevich in car #23 and Andrew Ranger in car #27 raced past the start-finish line in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Isaelle Tremblayin car #88 and John Farano in car #59 passed the start-finish line during testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Trevor Monaghan in car #13 and Ron Beauchamp Jr. in car #60 passed the Direct Energy Centre in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Scott Steckley drove car #22 down pit lane during the Toronto race for the NASCAR Canadian Tire series on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Don Thompson Jr. in car #4 took a pit stop during the NASCAR Canadian Tire series test session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Jeff Lapcevich was popular for the sponsor of his car #23, Tim Horton's, noted in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Jeff Lapcevich in car #23 received the green flag at the start-finish line in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Don Beauchamp Jr. returned to the pits with a damaged car #60 during the test session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
John Farano powered car #59 down the straightaway of the race course in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
The trunk of Don Beauchamp Jr.'s damaged car #60 had been removed in the pits in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Trevor Monaghan drove NASCAR Canadian Tire series car #13 past start-finish in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Jeff Lapcevich drove car #23 past start-finish during the NASCAR Canadian Tire test session in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Don Thompson Jr. drove car #4 past start-finish on the Toronto, Ontario course during a test session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Don Thompson Jr.'s car #4 was elevated in the pits for adjustments during the NASCAR test session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
D.J. Kennington in car #17 received the red flag at the end of the NASCAR Canadian Tire test session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Don Beauchamp Jr. returned toward the pit paddock with his damaged #60 car after the end of the session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
More of the NASCAR Canadian Tire series fleet headed back to the infield team trailers at Honda Indy on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
The mobile pit equipment of the NASCAR Canadian Tire series drove back to the infield in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Dario Franchitti's #10 Indy car was towed to its pit area in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Ryan Hunter Reay's #23 car was towed into the pit area before the Indy car test session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Danika Patrick's #7 Indy car was towed into the pit area in Toronto, Ontario before qualifying on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Dan Wheldon in car #4 and Marco Andretti in car #26 sped out of the pits in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Justin Wilson in car #22 and Danika Patrick in car #7 raced out of the pits as soon as the course opened on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Danika Patrick drove her #7 Indy car onto the Honda Indy race track in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Marco Andretti in the #26 Indy car passed the start-finish line in Toronto, Ontario during testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Justin Wilson in the #22 Indy car passed start-finish during Indy car qualifying in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Dan Wheldon drove the #4 Indy car past start-finish on the Toronto Indy track during testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Takuma Sato in the #5 car and Justin Wilson in the #22 car were nearly side-by-side at start-finish on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Dan Wheldon in car #4 passed Ryan Briscoe pitting in car #6 on pit lane in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Tomas Scheckter in Indy car #24 passed start-finish in Toronto, Ontario during Indy car testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Canadians Paul Tracy in Indy car #15 and Alex Tagliani in car #77 were side-by-side past start-finish on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Graham Rahal in Indy Car #02 passed start-finish in Toronto, Ontario during testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Alex Lloyd brought Indy car #19 down pit lane in Toronto, Ontario during the test session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Dario Franchitti crossed the start-finish line in Indy car #10 during a testing session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Mika Duno powered across the start-finish line in Toronto, Ontario in car #18 during Honda Indy Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Scott Dixon tested his Indy car #9 during the Honda Indy Toronto session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Danika Patrick exited the pits with car #7 as Ryan Hunter Reay in car #37 drove down the straight-away on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Scott Dixon returned to the pits after testing Indy car #9 at Honda Indy Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Alex Tagliani drove popular Indy car #77, sponsored by Hot Wheels, out of the pits in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Dan Wheldon in Indy car #4 and Helio Castroneves in Indy car #3 were both in the pit lane on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Helio Castroneves crossed the start-finish in Toronto driving the Penske team's car #3 on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Alex Tagliani raced across the start-finish line in Indy car #77 during testing in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Ryan Brisco in Indy car #6 drove past the start-finish in on the Toronto, Ontario Indy course on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Bertrand Baguette drove Indy car #36 out of the pit area in Toronto, Ontario during testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Helio Castroneves returned Indy car #3 to the Team Penske pit area in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Ryan Briscoe made a pit stop with Indy car #6 during the testing and qualifying session in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Scott Dixon returned to the pits in Indy car #9 after running test laps in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Tomas Scheckter drove down pit lane in Indy car #24 during testing and qualifying in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Ryan Hunter Reay crossed the start-finish line in Toronto, Ontario in Indy car #37 during testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Tony Kanaan drove Indy car #11 across the start-finish line in Toronto, Ontario during testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Simonade Silvestro drove Indy car #78 past the start-finish line during testing and qualifying on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Justin Wilson exited the pit area in Toronto, Ontario with Indy car #22 during testing and qualifying on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Mario Romancini pushed Indy car #34 around the track in Toronto, Ontario during testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Mario Moraes in Indy car #32 took a spin around the track in Toronto, Ontario during testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Will Power, the ultimate winner of the race in Indy car #12, crossed start-finish in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Raphael Matos exited the pits in Toronto, Ontario with Indy car #2 for a test session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Alex Tagliani brought popular "Hot Wheels" Indy car #77 back out onto the track in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Vitor Meira drove Indy car #14 out onto the track for a test session in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Graham Rahal showed off the #02 Indy car on pit lane in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Tony Kanaan in the #11 car powered out of his pit area and back onto the track in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Mario Romancini drove car #34 down the pit lane in Toronto, Ontario during testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Dan Wheldon in the #4 car and Mika Duno in the #18 car were nearly side-by-side on the straightaway on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Danika Patrick returned to the pit area in the #7 car during testing in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Ryan Briscoe returned Team Penske's car #6 back to the pit area in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Marco Andretti pulled out of the pits in Toronto, Ontario in the #26 car on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Takuma Sato drove Indy car #5 out of the pit area during testing in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Bertrand Baguette eased the #26 Indy car down pit row in Toronto, Ontario during testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Danika Patrick returned to the race course in the #7 Indy car for more testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Helio Castroneves in car #3 made a pit stop in Toronto, Ontario during testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Indy car #9, normally driven by Scott Dixon, was towed to the pit paddock in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Ryan Hunter Reay's Indy car #37 was towed back toward the pit paddock after testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Hideki Mutoh's Indy car #06 had crashed and had to be lifted back to the pit paddock after session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
The Indy Pit Stop Challenge was one of the activities for fans at Honda Indy Toronto noted on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
The Canadian Forces had a large display for race fans to look at during breaks on the race course on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Canadian Tire sponsored a very welcome car wash-like cooling station at Honda Indy Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Helio Castroneves' #3 Indy car was waiting for its post-testing inspection in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Graham Rahal drove this #02 Indy car which was awaiting inspection after testing in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Bertrand Baguette drove the #36 Indy car which was awaiting inspection after testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Marco Andretti's #26 Indy car was out in public in the pit paddock awaiting inspection on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Alex Tagliani's popular #77 Hot Wheels car was last in line for inspection after testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
The cockpit of the #77 Indy car, driven by Alex Tagliani, was noted as the car awaited inspection on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
These devices were used to help move the Indy cars around manually, including car #77 in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Indy car #10 driven by Dario Franchitti was undergoing inspection after the qualifying session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Takuma Sato's Indy car #5 was next for inspection after testing and qualifying in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Ryan Briscoe's Indy car #6 was found in the pit paddock for Team Penske after testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
The Firestone Tire Centre was a busy place after the completion of the testing session in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
The pit paddock was open for public viewing during Honda Indy Toronto as seen on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
The rear of the Indy car garages in the pit paddock were somewhat more cluttered on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
The garage for Indy car #19, driven by Alex Lloyd, was observed in the pit paddock in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Ryan Hunter Reay's #37 car was already disassembled shortly after the testing session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
The paddock area for Mario Moraes' Indy car #32 was a busy place following testing in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
The rear of Danika Patrick's #7 Indy car was observed from the public area of the pit paddock on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
The Team Penske garage area in the pit paddock was remarkably calm after the testing session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
The paddock area for Indy Lights #10, driven by Gustavo Yacaman, was observed on a lazy day for the class, 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
This memorial plaque to the deaths in the 1996 Molson Indy event was found on the race grounds on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Fred Roberts drove the #89 sports car, a Dodge Viper, through the southwest corner of the Toronto track 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Sports cars #05 was William Ziegler's Porsche 911, found in the inside pit paddock area in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
The Sports Car Paddock inside the Direct Energy Centre was viewed during a lull in activity on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Dan Istook's #01 VW GTI was effectively on display inside the Direct Energy Centre in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
The interior of Dan Istook's #01 didn't look much like a stock VW GTI as observed in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Back on the course, John Farano exited the pits on NASCAR Canadian Tire series car #59 on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Jarrad Whissall was stopped in the #44 car awaiting his next chance out for qualifying in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
D.J. Kennington joined the line awaiting the next chance out onto the race course for qualifying on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Caitlin Johnston raced down the front straightaway during the NASCAR Canadian Tire qualifying session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Brad Graham crossed the start-finish line in NASCAR Canadian Tire series car #19 on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
David Thorndyke raced down the straightaway in the #67 car during NASCAR Canadian Tire qualifying on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Shawn McGlynn came down the straightaway in the #81 car, qualifying for the Toronto, Ontario race on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Trevor Monaghan received the checkered flag at the completion of his qualifying run in teh #13 car on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Andrew Ranger took the green flag to begin a qualifying session in his #27 car in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Jason Bowles in the #11 car saw the green flag signifying the start of a qualifying lap in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Peter Klutt passed the start-finish line in Toronto, Ontario driving the #42 car on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
L.P. Dumoulin drove down the front straightaway in his #47 car during qualifying in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
J.R. Fitzpatrick took a wide line down the straightaway in car #84 during qualifying on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Anthony Simone qualified NASCAR Canadian Tire series car #95 in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
James Van Domselaar's car #14 was pushed back to the pits after failing during the test session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Anthony Rapone, the Touring Class points leader in his #72 Honda Civic Si, entered the pit lane on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
P.J. Groenke took his Touring Class #8 VW GTI down the pit lane before a testing session in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Thomas Blanchet started around the course in his Touring Class #48 Acura Class R before a session on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Touring Class Honda Civic Si #73, driven by Thomas McGregor, came through the pit lane on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Lee Chaplin's Super Class #75, a Hyundai Tiburon, passed through the pit lane in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Another Super Class Hyundai Tiburon, Glenn Chaplin's #74, rounded the pit lane in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Paul Della Lana brought the Super Class #15 BMW 32 through the pit lane in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Super Class car #14, a BMW 328 driven by David Bensadoun, prepared for a testing session in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Michel Sallenbach (#46) and Allain Lauziere (#47) drove Cooper Minis in the Touring Class testing on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Karl Thomson (#71) and Anthony Capone (#72) drove matching Honda Civic Sis in the Touring Class on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Paul Dalla Lana drove his BMW 328 car #15 in the Super Class during testing in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Sasha Anis (#87) and Bob Attrell (#88) drove their Hyundai Genesis Super Class coupes in Toronto on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Roccio Marciello drove his BMW 330i super class #30 in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
J.C. Cote drove Hyundai Tiburon #3 around the race course in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Nick Wittmer (#1) was the Super Class points leader and Benjamin Distaulo (#6) drove Honda Civic Sis on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Honda Indy
Flag people were noted along the racecourse, normally Lakeshore Boulevard West, in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Himalayan Festival
The Himalayan Festival was taking place at Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto, Ontario on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Indian Parade
The Toronto Police equestrian unit led the Indian Parade down Dundas Street in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Indian Parade
A float celebrating the Punjabi state was featured in the Indian Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Indian Parade
Musical instruments were played on this float in the Indian Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Indian Parade
The Odisha Society of the Americas sponsored this float in the Indian Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Indian Parade
The Iskcon (International Society for Krishna Consciousness) Brampton float was noted in the parade on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Indian Parade
The state of Goa was celebrated by this float in the Indian Parade down Dundas Street in Toronto on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Indian Parade
The state of Gujarat was represented by this float in the Indian Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Indian Parade
A horse rider from Goa was amongst the many people participating in the Indian Parade in Toronto on 14-August-2010

Toronto - Indian Parade
A drum group performed in the middle of Dundas Street during the Indian Parade in Toronto on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Indian Parade
A float celebrating Kerala state proceeded down Dundas Street in the Indian Parade on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Indian Parade
The Kerala state float entered Yonge-Dundas Square in Toronto, Ontario during the Indian Parade on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Indian Parade
A Karnataka Drum group performed in Dundas Street during the Indian Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Indian Parade
This float celebrated the Indian state of Karnataka during the Indian Parade in Toronto on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Indian Parade
The Karnataka float featured a variety of traditional costumes during the Indian Parade on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - India Day
Rob Dechert, Member of Parliament for Mississauga-Erindale, introduced India Day festivities in Toronto on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - India Day
Rasmin Ratansi, Member of Parliament for Don Valley East, spoke at Yonge-Dundas Square in Toronto on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
Alan Burton, volunteer board member of Heritage Toronto, opened by William Lyon Mackenzie Walk on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk started at Mackenzie House, site of Mackenzie's 1859 death, on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
St. Michael's Cathedral on Church Street in Toronto, Ontario had been completed in 1848 and seen on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
The Heritage Toronto walked stopped at the site of Mackenzie's 1834 home at Church and Richmond on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
The Rosewater Supper Club on Toronto Street had been built in 1852 as the Consumer's Gas Building, seen 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
The facade of the Consumer's Gas Building actually dated from 1876 and was observed on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
The Courthouse Building on Adelaide had indeed opened as a court building in 1853 and was observed on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
The Heritage Toronto William Lyon Mackenzie walk took a break in Courthouse Square in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
Courthouse Square was named for its historical use, including this view toward the 1853 building on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
Displays in Courthouse Square evoked its past use as a place of justice as observed on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
A stack of law books continued the theme in Courthouse Square in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
Colborne Street in Toronto, Ontario had been a theatre district during the times of Mackenzie, seen on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
The site of the Leslie Store was discussed next to the modern St. James Church on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
"Faces" was the theme of the rotating public art in the Sculpture Garden in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
The faces lined up with the waterfall in the Sculpture Garden in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
The simulated public stocks were viewed from the rear during the Heritage Toronto Mackenzie walk on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
The replica of the public stocks, very much in use during Mackenzie's times, were observed on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
This is the closest thing to Heritage Toronto in stocks--walk leader Danielle Urquhart was observed on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
The former site of the City Council near King and Jarvis was observed during the Mackenzie Walk on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
The St. James Cemetery site, active in 1837, was located in this corner of St. James Park on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Mackenzie Walk
The Heritage Toronto Mackenzie Walk came to an end in St. James Park in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - State Street Financial Centre
Some interesting public art was found outside the State Street Financial Centre in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Police Station Art
Some interesting monument art was found at the northwest corner of Toronto's main police station on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Cloud Gardens
The "Belvedere" in Toronto, Ontario's Cloud Gardens was observed from ground level on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Cloud Gardens
The Forest Conservatory was located in the elevated portion of the Cloud Gardens in Toronto, Ontario on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Cloud Gardens
The "Monument to Construction Workers" occupied the east wall of the Cloud Gardens in Toronto on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Ryerson University
A statue of Egerton Ryerson, founder of public education in Toronto, stood outside Ryerson University on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Ryerson University
The plaque paid tribute to Ryerson Polytechnical Institute, now Ryerson University on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
This Jacobine Jones sculpture of a goalie guarded an entrance to Ryerson University on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The Jacobine Jones sculpture of a graduate guarded an adjacent entrance to Ryerson University on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The Heritage Toronto "Faces on Places" walk gathered at the Normal School Facade inside Ryerson on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A Heritage Toronto volunteer board member introduced the "Faces on Places" walk on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The Normal School facade, from a building constructed in 1851 and demolished in 1962, still stood on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
This plaque inside the Kerr Hall courtyard at Ryerson described the history of the Normal School on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The Normal School facade was viewed from the rear in the Kerr Hall courtyard at Ryerson on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
More of the Kerr Hall courtyard at Ryerson University was observed during the "Faces on Places" walk on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The 1954-era West Kerr Hall library featured sculptures by Thomas Bowie as observed on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Thomas Bowie's reader was noted on the library at West Kerr Hall in Ryerson University on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Another of Thomas Bowie's unclothed reader sculptures was noted on West Kerr Hall at Ryerson on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A third Thomas Bowie reader decorated the library at West Kerr Hall on the Ryerson campus on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
An upward-facing head differentiated this Thomas Bowie reader on the library in West Kerr Hall on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
There was little controversy when the Thomas Bowie reader sculptures were made in 1853, and seen on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A final Thomas Bowie reader sculpture decorated the library of West Kerr Hall at Ryerson on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A sculpture was noted inside the Kerr Hall courtyard at Ryerson University in Toronto, Ontario on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The Recreation and Athletic Cenre featured sculptures by Elizabeth Lyn Wood on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The left panel of the Recreation and Athletic Centre sculpture showed the results of archery on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Archers were featured on the middle panel of the Recreation and Athletic Centre at Ryerson University on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Elizabeth Wyn Wood created the right panel or archery at the Recreation and Athletic Centre seen on 22-August-2010.

TToronto - Faces on Places Walk
Much of the right panel at the Recreation and Athletic Centre at Ryerson University was covered on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A figure skater was amongst the Elizabeth Wyn Wood sculptures at the Recreation and Athletic Centre on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Ivy nearly covered the figure skater on the Recreation and Athletic Centre at Ryerson University on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A tumbler was amongst the other Elizabeth Wyn Wood figures on the Recreation and Athletic Centre on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
"Faces on Places" author and walk leader Terry Murray talked about some of the Kerr Hall sculptures on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A basketball player was the only Elizabeth Wyn Wood sculpture fully visible on the outside of Kerr Hall on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The "Faces on Places" Heritage Toronto walk paused inside Kerr Hall at Ryerson University on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A scientist sculpted by Thomas Bowie graced the onetime science building in Kerr Hall at Ryerson on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
An architect by Thomas Bowie was found on Kerr Hall East at Ryerson University in Toronto on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
An engineer sculpted by Thomas Bowie was found inside the Kerr Hall courtyard at Ryerson on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Walk leader Terry Murray spoke about the Thomas Bowie sculptures at Ryerson's Kerr Hall on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The "Faces on Places" walk gathered outside the Household Science Department at Ryerson University on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
An egg beater was the left-most sculpture by Dorade Pedery Hunt on the Household Science Building on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
An iron of the 1960's was amongst the controversial Dorade Pedery Hunt sculptures on Kerr Hall South on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A bowl by Dorade Pedery Hunt was noted on the Household Science Building at Ryerson on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A clipboard was another of the 1962 Dorade Pedery Hunt Household Science sculptures noted at Kerr Hall on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A garment, presumably for sewing, was another of the controversially stereotypical sculptures on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A scissors and thread ended the sequence of Household Science sculptures on Ryerson's Kerr Hall South on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Dorade Pedery Hunt also placed a Madonna and child above the other sculptures on Kerr Hall South, seen 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Facing the street, Dorade Pedery Hunt included other vocations, such as this television seen on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Elizabeth Wyn Wood's "Education Aspiration" faced Church Street on the Ryerson University campus on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Oakham House on the Ryerson campus featured twelve faces on its exterior, seen on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The Oakham House doorway was surrounded by a pair of faces along Church Street in Toronto on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
One of the few known faces on Oakham House was that of original owner William Thomas observed on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The other known face on Oakham House was that of William's wife Martha Thomas, photographed on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
An unknown male face decorated Oakham House on the Ryerson University campus on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
An unknown female face was noted on the outside of Oakham House on Church Street in Toronto on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
An older face looked out from Oakham House on the Ryerson University campus in Toronto on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Oakham House had been completed with sculptures like this old man observed from Church Street on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A face on the corner of Oakham House was the final readily-visible sculpture on the building noted on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The Monetary Times Building had been completed in 1929 and was Ryerson's Civil Engineering Building on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The CIBC at Church and Carlton in Toronto had been built in 1895 as the Somerset House Hotel, observed on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The Somerset House Hotel had been rebuilt in 1930 but retained this lion sculpture on the corner on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Maple Leaf Gardens was undergoing its transition to grocery store and Ryerson athletic facility on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The construction on Maple Leaf Gardens, originally built in 1931, was ongoing in Toronto, Ontario on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
14 Carlton Street East was the address of the Toronto Hydro Building, completed in 1931 and observed on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
One of the bowed heads on the Toronto Hydro Building was viewed from the street below on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The bowed heads were not supposed to be the top of the building, but it was never completed as seen on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A third bowed head on the top of the Toronto Hydro Building was observed from street level on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The final bowed head showed off the Art Deco style of the Toronto Hydro Building in Toronto on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Sculptures were found near ground level since there had been a showroom for Toronto Hydro there, seen 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Chapman and Oxley had been the architects for the Toronto Hydro Building in Toronto, observed 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The sculptures above the ground level of the Toronto Hydro Building were designed to elicit sales, seen 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
This sculpture near the ground floor of the Toronto Hydro Building was meant to evoke wind, seen on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A final sculpture on the Toronto Hydro Building in Toronto was located just above the sidewalk on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
The 1892-era building at 2 College Street was home to the International Order of Odd Fellows, seen 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
An interesting dragon was the "faces on places" interest for the building at 2 College Street on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
College Park at 444 Yonge Street was built with 7 stories instead of its planned 40 as seen on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
This portion of the College Park building at 444 Yonge was always intended as retail space as it was on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Helmeted woman, whose intended identity is lost, was found over the entrance to College Park on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
John Lyle had been architect for the onteime Dominion Bank Branch at 380 Yonge Street observed on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Several "Faces on Places" were noted on the side of the 380 Yonge Street building in Toronto, Ontario on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
King Louis XIV of France and Queen Victoria of Great Britain were to evoke the heritages of Canada on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A closer look at the Queen Victoria sculpture on the side of the 380 Yonge building was observed on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A tractor, symbol of farming, was found beneath the Elephant and Castle restaurant sign at 380 Yonge on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A docking ship was symbolic of commerce on the Gerrard Street side of the 380 Yonge building on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Owls were amongst the sculptures of Canadian wildlife found on the Gerrard Street side of 380 Yonge on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Swans were another native fauna sculpted into the side of the one-time Dominion Bank in Toronto on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Eagles were featured in this panel on the side of the 380 Yonge Building in Toronto, Ontario on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Ducks were included in the native birds of Canada featured on the side of 380 Yonge in Toronto on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
Loons had to be included in the birds of Canada series on the side of the 380 Yonge building on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Faces on Places Walk
A final bird sculpture ended the "Faces on Places" Heritage Toronto walk in Toronto, Ontario on 22-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
Heritage Toronto volunteer Board Member Alan Burton introduced the Royal Alexandra Walk on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
Janet Langdon served as the walk leader through the neighborhood of the Royal Alexandra Theatre on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
Brade Golden and Lynne Eichenberg made this "Campsite Founding" sculpture in 1995 observed on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
This plaque explained how the sculpture was a memorial to Elizabeth and John Simcoe, photographed on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The CN Tower rose above the Simcoe Memorial in Toronto, Ontario as observed on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The constellations were created by the holes in the top of the "tent" in the Simcoe Memorial seen on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The interior of the Simcoe Memorial featured a map and symbols of their lives as observed on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
This untitled sculpture by Anich Kapoor was designed to create a sanctuary near Front Street on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The site of the Third Parliament Buildings, used from 1832 to 1841, was visited on the walk on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
Metro Hall, completed in 1992, was once the seat of regional government as observed on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
Cynthia Short created this sculpture named "Remembered Sustenance" in 1992 outside Metro Hall on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The building at 12 Mercer Street had been home to Hendee Motorcylces in the early 1900s, observed on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The building at 24 Mercer Street had been designated as a heritage structure in Toronto by 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The Verral Cab Company had built the structure at 15 Mercer Street in Toronto by 1879, seen on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The 31 Mercer Street building had been completed in 1939 with an Art Moderne style, observed on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The current Second City location was on Mercer Street in Toronto, Ontario on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
Second City had once been located in this building which was undergoing reconstruction on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
388 King West was a 1941 example of Art Moderne architecture observed during a Heritage Toronto walk on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The building at 355 King Street West had been built for Canadian Westinghouse in 1927, observed on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
These buildings on King Street West were built as townhouses between 1856 and 1880 and were seen on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
King Hughes Terrace along King Street West in Toronto dated from the 1860s as observed on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
333 King Street West was actually a newer building constructed in 1880 compared with its neighbors on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
Much of this block of buildings on King Street West had been completed in 1875 and was photographed on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
A piano was hanging from this nineteenth century building along King Street West in Toronto on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
301 King Street West was another 1880 building noted in the historic area of Toronto on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
This 1856 building along King Street West in Toronto, Ontario demonstrated a Mansard Roof on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The Toronto International Film Festival Bell Lightbox was almost complete when observed on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The Lightbox site had been York General Hospital from 1819 to 1854, looking very different on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The Eclipse Whitewear Company had constructed the building at 322 King in 1903, observed on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The Princess of Wales Theatre, opened in 1993, was the flagship of Mirvish Theatres, seen on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The Anderson Building at 284 King Street West had been constructed for a hat maker, observed on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The building at 266 King Street West had been the Ed's Warehouse restaurant site near the theatres on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk paused at the 1812 to 1912 Government House site in Toronto, Ontario on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
Roy Thompson Hall, home of the Toronto Symphony Orchestra, had been completed in 1982 and seen on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The CN Tower and Metro Hall were visible from King Street in Toronto, Ontario as observed on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The Royal Alexandra Theatre had been opened in 1907 and acquired in 1963 by Ed Mirvish, seen on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The Royal Alexandra Theatre at 260 King Street West was the oldest theater in Toronto, Ontario on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The Royal Alexandra Theatre was a great example of Beaux Arts architecture as observed on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
The onetime warehouse at 220 King Street West had been built for Canadian General Electric, observed on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Royal Alexandra Walk
St. Andrews Presbyterian Church had been completed in 1874 and was the end of the walk on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Walk of Fame
The star for actor Kiefer Sutherland was found along King Street in the Canadian Walk of Fame on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Walk of Fame
Television host Alex Trebek was honored with this star along the Canadian Walk of Fame in Toronto on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Walk of Fame
The Canadian Walk of Fame was not a Nickelback-free zone as evidenced by their star on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Walk of Fame
"Man in Motion" Rick Hansen was honored by this star in the Canadian Walk of Fame seen on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Walk of Fame
"Saturday Night Live" producer Lorne Michaels was honored in the Canadian Walk of Fame as seen 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Walk of Fame
The comedy troupe Royal Canadian Air Farce was honored with this star on the Canadian Walk of Fame on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Walk of Fame
The famous progressive rock band Rush was honored by this star on the Canadian Walk of Fame on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Walk of Fame
Comedic actor Leslie Nielsen was honored by this star in the Canadian Walk of Fame on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Walk of Fame
Musician Jann Arden was recognized by this star in the Canadian Walk of Fame in Toronto, Ontario on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Walk of Fame
Singer Diana Krall was honored with a star in the Canadian Walk of Fame in Toronto, Ontario on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Walk of Fame
Comedian Jim Carrey received recognition with this star in the Canadian Walk of Fame observed on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Walk of Fame
Actor Gordon Pinsent was honored with this star on the Canadian Walk of Fame observed on Simcoe Street on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Walk of Fame
Actress and comedian Catherine O'Hara was recognized with this star in the Canadian Walk of Fame seen on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Walk of Fame
Long-time news broadcaster Lloyd Robertson was honored with a star in the Canadian Walk of Fame on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Air Raid Horn
An old air raid horn was nearly hidden in this view of Dundas and Shaw Streets in Toronto, Ontario on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Air Raid Horn
From below, the air raid horn came into view near Dundas and Shaw Streets in Toronto, Ontario on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Air Raid Horn
The air raid horn, never used during the Cold War, still stood at Dundas and Shaw in Toronto, Ontario on 21-August-2010.

Toronto - Indirect Left Turn Sign
An unusual "Indirect Left Turn" sign for bicycles was noted westbound on Dupont at Dundas West on 30-August-2010.

Toronto - Heydon House
Heydon House, a 1891 structure designed by James A. Ellis, was noted at St. Clair and Old Weston Road on 30-August-2010.

Toronto - Streetcar Construction
The streetcar tracks at Dundas Street and Roncesvalles Avenue in Toronto were under construction on 29-August-2010.

Toronto - Streetcar Construction
The Dundas Street streetcar tracks were being reconstructed near Roncesvalles Avenue on 29-August-2010.

Toronto - Streetcar Construction
The new streetcar tracks already had concrete between the rails on Roncesvalles in Toronto, Ontario on 29-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
A group gathered for the "Howards of High Park" Heritage Toronto walk in Toronto's High Park on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
Katherine Raven served as the leader of the Howards of High Park walk in Toronto, Ontario on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
Annual flowers were planted in this bed at Colbourne Lodge in Toronto's High Park, observed on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
A bed of perennial flowers was located near Colbourne Lodge in Toronto's High Park on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
This sign from the province of Ontario described the background on Colbourne Lodge in High Park on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
Colborne Lodge, whose first portions were completed in 1837, was still standing in Toronto's High Park on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
This window in Colbourne Lodge was necessary for one of the first indoor washrooms in Canada, seen 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
The veranda at Colbourne Lodge was a distinct architectural feature of the Howards' former home viewed on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
The Glass House at Colbourne Lodge was a later addition to support the Howards' garden work, seen 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
A Shag Bark Hickory tree tended to drop its nuts on the glass house at Colbourne Lodge, viewed on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
The kitchen garden at Colbourne Lodge was located to the east of the building, toured on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
The Coach House for Colbourne Lodge has been converted into an art gallery in High Park, observed on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
This wall of the art gallery had been transplanted from a Howard-designed house on Queen Street, seen 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
The Howards of High Park Walk gathered around the tomb of the Howards in High Park on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
The tomb for the Howards had been constructed in 1874 and 1875 as observed in Toronto's High Park on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
The headstone of the Howards' Tomb was observed in High Park in Toronto, Ontario on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
The fence around the Howards' tomb had been cast around 1710 and imported from Europe, seen on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
The fence had its own signage as displayed outside the Howards' Tomb in Toronto's High Park on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
The picnic area near Colbourne Lodge was observed as the Heritage Toronto walk passed on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
Walk leader Katherine Raven and assistant Anita Miller stood in front of Grenadier Pond on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
The High Park "Train" passed through during the Heritage Toronto Howards of High Park Walk on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
Passengers of the High Park Tram enjoyed the view of Grenadier Pond in Toronto, Ontario on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
The Grenadier Pond Boathouse of the Howards had been located at the site in the distance of this view on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
The Tenant Farmers' Cottage in Toronto's High Park had been constructed in 1827 and was observed on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
The Tenant Farmers' Cottage had been rebuilt closer to its presence appearance in 1855 and was seen on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
Another nearby building in Toronto's High Park was used for maintenance as observed on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - Howards of High Park Walk
The Maple Leaf in High Park, which had been donated by the Howards in 1873, was quite visible on 15-August-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
The goat kids were slowly growing up as observed in the High Park Zoo in Toronto, Ontario on 16-July-2010.

Toronto - Queen West Sign
West Queen West had started a new publicity campaign, as demonstrated by this sign on 14-August-2010.

Toronto - Ground Hog
A ground hog was noted exploring rail equipment near Union Station in Toronto, Ontario on 31-July-2010.

Toronto - Ground Hog
The ground hog continued his exploration of the railway lands near Union Station in Toronto, Ontario on 31-July-2010.

Toronto - Ground Hog
The ground hog seemed to be enjoying his incursion near Union Station in Toronto, Ontario on 31-July-2010.

Toronto - Raccoon
A raccoon showed its face near the Lake Ontario shore in Toronto, Ontario at dusk on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Raccoon
The raccoon walked away from the Lake Ontario shore near Ontario Place in Toronto, Ontario on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Rennie Pond
Swans were swimming in Rennie Pond in Toronto, Ontario's Swansea neighbourhood on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Rennie Pond
A swan swam in Swansea's Rennie Pond in Toronto, Ontario on the morning of 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Humber Bay Ginkgo
A lone ginkgo tree was noted near the mouth of the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 18-July-2010.

Toronto - Humber Inuksuit
A large group of inuksuit in the Humber River north of the Old Mill came into view on 6-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber Inuksuit
The inuksuit in the Humber River had been crafted by Peter Reidel on 1-August-2010 and were seen on 6-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber Inuksuit
Local artist Peter Reidel had made these inuksuit in the Humber River and they remained on 6-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber Inuksuit
A closer look at some of the thirty-nine Humber inuksuit was observed from the east bank of the river on 6-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber Inuksuit
One of the Humber inuksuit was designed to resemble a seal as seen from the east side of the river on 6-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber Inuksuit
More of Peter Reidel's Humber inuksuit, constructed in an afternoon, were observed on 6-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber Inuksuit
Only a few of the Humber inuksuit had started to degrade after six days in the Humber River, seen 6-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber Inuksuit
Many of the inuksuit were intended by Peter Reidel to resemble birds, seen in the Humber River on 6-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber Inuksuit
One of the bird-like Humber Inuksuit was observed from the east bank of the Humber River on 6-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber Inuksuit
This inukshuk clearly resembled the egrets often found in the Humber River as seen on 6-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber Inuksuit
Another view of a bird-like inukshuk was taken six days after its construction by Peter Reidel on 6-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
A Great White Egret was found just downriver from the inuksuit in the Humber River on 6-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
A Great White Egret took to flight high above the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 18-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
The fascinating physique of the Great White Egret was observed as it flew above the Humber River on 18-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
A Great Blue Heron was found in a tree along the banks of the Humber River north of Dundas on 18-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
The neck of the Great Blue Heron was quite prominent as observed in a tree along the Humber River on 18-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
The Great Blue Heron started its takeoff to flight along the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 18-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
The Great Blue Heron flapped its wings as it started a flight along the Humber River in Toronto on 18-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
A Great Blue Heron flew above the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 18-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
A double-crested cormorant was noted in flight above the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 11-August-2010.

Toronto - Geese
A flock of Canadian Geese flew above the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 10-September-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
A tree had fallen over a weir on the Humber River near the Weston neighbourhood, as noted on 11-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
A bend in the Humber River in the Weston neighbourhood of Toronto, Ontario was noted on 11-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
This slope along the Humber River in Toronto had been a place for finding fossils in Weston, seen 11-August-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
A long-tailed weasel decided to approach the photographer along the Humber River on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
The long-tailed weasel raised its head on the banks of the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
A long-tailed weasel showed its face along the shores of the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
A long-tailed weasel decided to move on to its next point of interest along the Humber River on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
The long-tailed weasel showed a portion of its tail as it rushed away through the undergrowth on 28-July-2010.

Toronto - Humber River
A tree was noted after falling into the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario during a windstorm on 24-August-2010.

Toronto - James Gardens
The James Gardens in Toronto, Ontario were full of flowers for the summer as observed on 11-August-2010.

Toronto - James Gardens
A hedge of flowers in Toronto, Ontario's James Gardens was captured on a sunny 11-August-2010.

Toronto - James Gardens
A corner of one of the flower banks in Toronto, Ontario's James Gardens was noted on 11-August-2010.

Toronto - James Gardens
A swath of flowers in the James Gardens of Toronto, Ontario was noted on 11-August-2010.

Toronto - Weston Welcome Sign
This sign greeted visitors to Toronto's Weston neighbourhood at Weston Road and Lawrence Avenue on 11-August-2010.

Toronto - Ice Cream Truck
A local daycare group paused to receive treats from an ice cream truck in Toronto, Ontario on 6-August-2010.

Toronto - Polite Book
As noted in a Queen West bookstore on 6-September-2010, do Canadian really need to learn about politeness?

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Labour Day Parade approached St. Nicholas on Queen Street West in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Toronto's Labour Day Parade took up all of Queen Street West as observed on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Ontario Public Service Employees Union van drove in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Ontario Public Service Employees Union had a large contingent in the Labour Day Parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A large flag from the Service Employees International was carried down Queen Street West in Toronto on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Workers United Canada marched in Toronto's Labour Day Parade down Queen Street West on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Service Employees International Union contributed this health float to the Labour Day Parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Society of Energy Professionals marched in Toronto's Labour Day Parade on a soggy 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Public Service Alliance of Canada participated in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The United Food and Commercial Workers marched down Queen Street West in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The steel drum band from the United Food Commercial Workers performed in the Labour Day Parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Central Ontario Building Trades marched in Toronto's Labour Day Parade down Queen Street West on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Universal Workers Union Local 183 marched down Queen Street West in Toronto on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Steel Metal Workers International Local 51 participated in Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Sprinkler Fitters of Ontario Local 853 were one of the many of unions in the Labour Day Parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Bricklayers Local 2 marched down Queen Street West in Toronto, Ontario on a rainy 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Ironworkers Pipe Band performed in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Association of Chinese Electrical Workers was one of the more obscure groups marching on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Black and McDonald's 1947 Ford drove in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers' Retirees were a large contingent in the parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Ironworkers Local 721 re-arranged their Labour Day Parade vehicles in the middle of the parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Ironworkers Band marched down Queen Street West in Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Children driving miniature cars were a popular portion of the Labour Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Frost Insulation and Asbestos Workers Local 95 marched in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Union Insulators' train had not attracted a lot of riders in the Labour Day Parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Boilermakers Local 128 marched in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Labourers International Union Local 506 participated in the Labour Day Parade on a wet 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The International Union of Elevator Constructors Local 50 braved the elements in the parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The UNITE HERE float traveled down Queen Street West in Toronto, Ontario for the Labour Day Parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Canadian Auto Workers had an enormous presence in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Canadian Auto Workers float drove down Queen Street West in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Canadian Auto Workers had abandoned their band float during the rain showers on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Coca-Cola truck was always a very popular portion of the Labour Day Parade, even on a soggy 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A carrier of Canadian-built automobiles was part of the Canadian Auto Workers contingent in Toronto on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A Ford Edge, made in Oakville, Ontario, was amongst the Canadian automobiles in the parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Canadian Auto Workers' Pride float was noted in Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Canadian Auto Workers Local 1285 had their own float in Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A skit making fun of Prime Minister Harper played out along the Labour Day Parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Prime Minister Harper was portrayed as currying favor with a pig along Queen Street West in Toronto on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The implication of the skit during the Labour Day Parade was that the Prime Minister was corrupt, seen 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Millwrights Pipe Band led off a series of bands during Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Sheet Metal Workers' Pipe Band marched in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The United Association Local 46 Plumbers Band was a smaller group in Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Machinists and Aerospace Workers marched down Queen Street West in the Labour Day Parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A large group of firemen marched in Toronto's Labour Day Parade down Queen Street West on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Fire Rehabilitation Unit drove in Toronto, Ontario's Labour Day Parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Association of Community Organizations for Reform Now (ACORN) was not dead, seen in Toronto on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The International Union of Operating Engineers marched in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Operating Engineer brought their own truck to the Labour Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Operating Engineers also brought a crane to the Labour Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Amalgamated Transit Union participated in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on a soggy 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Amalgamated Transit Union pipe band marched in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
One of the Toronto Transit Commission's historic PCC streetcars ran in the Labour Day Parade on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A communications union band enjoyed their march down Queen Street West in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A Canadian Forces CF-18 fighter jet entered the scene to open the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The CF-18 showed off its bottom surface during a maneuver above Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Forces CF-18 fighter looped back to the left during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The CF-18 fighter passed slowly with its landing gear deployed in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Forces CF-18 fighter flew above Lake Ontario with its landing gear deployed on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Its landing gear retracted, the CF-18 returned to a faster speed above Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The CF-18 fighter climbed away from Lake Ontario during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The CF-18 fighter jet made a tight turn during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The top of the CF-18 was in clear view as the plane made a tight turn above Lake Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Its landing gear deployed, the CF-18 made another low-speed pass above the crowd in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A side view of the Canadian Forces CF-18 plane was obtained above Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The CF-18 climbed steeply toward the sky during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The CF-18 made a final pass above the crowd before leaving the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A final look at the Canadian Forces CF-18 fighter was obtained as exited Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Forces CP-140 Aurora Maritime Patrol Aircraft appeared over Lake Ontario in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The CP-140 patrol aircraft banked over Lake Ontario during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The bottom of the CP-140 patrol aircraft was visible during a turn above Lake Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Lockheed CP-140 Aurora, similar to the P-3 Orion, flew away from the crowd in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The CP-140 Aurora approached the flight line over Humber Bay in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The CP-140 deployed its running gear over Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The CP-140 with its landing gear deployed passed the crowd in the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The CP-140 Aurora, which entered service in 1980, flew above Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The forward doors on the CP-140 were open during this pass during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The CP-140 Aurora made a final pass during its main demonstration over Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Rob Holland flew his stunt plane low over Lake Ontario to start his performance in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Rob Holland flew his MX-2 stunt plane sponsored by Window World above Lake Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Rob Holland climbed in an inverted position during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Rob Holland reached the apex of a climb from lake level during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Rob Holland executed a twisting descent maneuver in his stunt plane over Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A broad view of the descent of Rob Holland in the Window World stunt plane was observed on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Rob Holland again headed for the sky during the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Rob Holland flew away from the camera during an maneuver in the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Window World stunt plane flown by Rob Holland reach the apex of a climb over Lake Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The MX-2 stunt plane flown by Rob Holland accelerated into a descent over Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Rob Holland climbed toward the sky in his MX-2 stunt plane in the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Rob Holland made a left-hand pass above the crowd at the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Rob Holland and his MX-2 stunt plane flew on its side over Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Rob Holland made a very low pass over Lake Ontario during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Rob Holland appeared to be flying just barely above the breakwater in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Rob Holland passed barely above the Coast Guard vessel in Lake Ontario off Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Rob Holland made a wide loop in the sky during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Her Majesty's Canadian Ship Fredericton moved into the performance area as the CP-140 Aurora returned on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The CP-140 had its forward bays open as it dropped flares into Lake Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A flare dropped by the CP-140 was noted in Lake Ontario off Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The frigate HMCS Fredericton fired off its guns during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The HMCS Fredericton passed behind the Simmonds patrol boat off the shore of Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The 134 metre HMCS Fredericton passed the 18 metre Simmonds during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The HMCS Fredericton moved into Humber Bay as if it were headed for the Humber River on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A Zodiac boat from HMCS Fredericton passed the Simmonds with the CP-140 Aurora in the background on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Zodiac boat looked for the flares dropped by the CP-140 Aurora in Lake Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Zodiac boat from the HMCS Fredericton made a close pass in front of the crowds in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The HMCS Fredericton Zodiac boat was within the Lake Ontario breakwater in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The HMCS Fredericton headed back out to the open waters of Lake Ontario during the air show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A police patrol boat monitored the Canadian International Air Show crowds on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A member of the rescue team moved around on a jet ski just beyond the breakwater in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The rescue team member on a jet ski decided to re-position himself on Lake Ontario in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A Porter Airlines aircraft caused a break in the air show as it took off from Billy Bishop Airport on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A Bellanca Scout Tow Plane led a Schweizer 2-33 glider in the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Bellanca Scout and Schweizer glider made their way over Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Bellanca Scout and Schweizer glider headed back to the airport in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Harvard Acrobatic Team entered the skies over Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The three Harvard trainers, two American and one Canadian, passed over the crowd in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Harvard Acrobatic Team headed for the sky in the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Harvard trainer aircraft headed off into the distance over Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The tops of the Harvard aircraft were in view as they ascended during the air show in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Harvards Acrobatic Team performed in the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Harvards flew toward the camera during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Harvard Acrobatic Team flew in an inverted position during the air show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Harvards descended after a loop during the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Harvard Acrobatic Team passed in front of a rare patch of blue sky above Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Harvard Acrobatic Team climbed in front of blue sky above Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Harvards banked in front of blue sky during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Harvard Acrobatic Team made a broad curve above Lake Ontario in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

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The Canadian Harvard Acrobatic Team again approached the audience in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Harvard Acrobatic Team flew close to the audience in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Harvard Acrobatic Team formed a heart in the sky above Lake Ontario and Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A completed heart was formed over Lake Ontario by the Harvard aircraft above Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A Harvard aircraft flew close to the patrol boat Simmonds in Lake Ontario off Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Harvard Acrobatic Team formed a line during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Harvard Acrobatic Team climbed in tight formation above Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

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A nice fly-by ended the performance of the Canadian Harvard Acrobatic Team on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Mike Wiskus was a perennial performer at the Canadian International Air Show, seen on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Mike Wiskus flew his Lucas Oil-sponsored bi-plane in an inverted position above Lake Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Mike Wiskus flew close to the Simmonds patrol boat in Lake Ontario off Toronto on 5-September-2010.

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Not fun enough? Mike Wiskus again passed close to the Simmonds, this time in an inverted position on 5-September-2010.

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Still not fun enough? Mike Wiskus again passed the Simmonds, showing the bottom of his aircraft on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
One more time? Mike Wiskus pass the Simmonds with the top of his plane toward the audience on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Stunt pilot Mike Wiskus turned his plane over Humber Bay in Toronto, Ontario during the air show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Mike Wiskus piloted over the mouth of the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario during the air show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Mike Wiskus took a low pass over the Humber Bay during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

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Mike Wiskus continued his low pass over the Humber Bay in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Mike Wiskus provided a nice view of his Pitts S-1-11b SS aircraft over Lake Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Mike Wiskus made one final pass close to the patrol boat Simmonds in Lake Ontario during the air show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A B-25J "Mitchell" bomber aircraft entered the performance zone above Lake Ontario off Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A B-25J-37NC aircraft from World War II started its fly-by in the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

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The B-25J, based in Hamilton, Ontario turned away from the audience in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

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The B-25J returned, providing a nice head-on view during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

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The B-25J provided a nice view of its right side during the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

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The B-25J was owned by the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum, viewed above Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The bottom of a B-25J bomber built in 1945 was seen during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A final side view of the B-25J was taken as it exited the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The F-16 Viper made a loud entry into the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The F-16 Viper aircraft climbed into the sky above Lake Ontario during the air show in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The F-16 created contrails as it climbed during the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Contrails were visible along with the bottom of the F-16 as it performed above Lake Ontario in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The hot engine of the F-16 Viper jet was visible as it flew away from the crowd in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A side view of the F-16 Viper was obtained as it made a high-speed pass above Lake Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The bottom of the F-16 Viper was in sight as it performed in the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The F-16 made a tight turn during the Canadian International Air Show above Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Small contrails were noted as the F-16 Viper began a climb over Lake Ontario in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The F-16 Viper made an inverted pass to the delight of the crowd at the air show in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

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The F-16 Viper created yet more contrails as it made its final maneuvers over Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The tribute flight in the Canadian International Air Show featured a Corsair and a CT-114 as seen on 5-September-2010.

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The World War II-era Corsair and the later CT-114 "Centennaire" formed a parade above Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Corsair and the CT-114 completed their first pass during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

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The Corsair and CT-114 in the "Golden Centennaire" livery passed above the crowds in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The "Golden Centennaire" livery on the CT-114 was more visible in this view during the air show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Corsair and the CT-114 split after their performance in the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

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The Corsair and the CT-114 flew away from each over over Lake Ontario off Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The 1940-built Corsair returned for a solo performance in the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Corsair FG-1D showed off its classic World War II lines in the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The top of the Corsair FG-1D was viewed during a tight turn during the air show above Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A CC-177 Globemaster entered the performance zone for the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The front of the CC-177 Globemaster came into sight as the plane banked above Lake Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The CC-177 Globemaster, built in 2008, flew in the Canadian International Air Show above Toronto on 5-September-2010.

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The CC-177 Globemaster showed off its bottom surface during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

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Its landing gear deployed, the CC-177 Globemaster made another pass over Lake Ontario in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A side view of the CC-177 Globemaster with its landing gear deployed was observed over Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The CC-177 Globemaster left the Canadian International Air Show over Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds made their entrance to the Canadian International Air Show with a dive on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The front of all nine of the Snowbirds' CT-114 Tutor aircraft headed for the crowd in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds showed off their "Big Diamond" formation above Lake Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The bottom of the Snowbirds' CT-114 aicraft were viewed in the "Big Diamond" formation above Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds were in formation above the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Snowbirds appeared in their "Silver Dart" formation during the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The "Silver Dart" formation of the Snowbirds was viewed from below during the air show in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Snowbirds returned to the "Big Diamond" formation during a descent above Lake Ontario in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds formed a heart above Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The heart formed by the Canadian Forces Snowbirds was visible above the John Street Roundhouse on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds broke from their formation in the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds solo pilots performed a cross maneuver above Lake Ontario in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds began a breakaway maneuver in the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

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The pattern being formed by the Canadian Forces Snowbirds became more obvious above Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The fan was fully formed by the Canadian Forces Snowbirds above Lake Ontario in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds broke away from each other during the air show in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

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The solo pilots of the Canadian Forces Snowbirds were at the top of a loop above Toronto on 5-September-2010.

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Seven of the Canadian Forces Snowbirds approached the crowd on the shores of Lake Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds were in the "Vic" formation above Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Snowbirds took on the "Double Diamond" formation above the crowds in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

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The tops of the aircraft were visible as the Snowbirds flew in the "Double Diamond" formation on 5-September-2010.

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The Canadian Forces Snowbirds started a fan maneuver from a steep descent over Lake Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Snowbirds fan-out maneuver above Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario was observed on 5-September-2010.

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The solo pilots from the Canadian Forces Snowbirds performed another loop above Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Two Canadian Forces Snowbirds crossed in front of the crowd in Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

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A split-second later, the two Snowbirds solo pilots had significant space between them on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds were lined up with five planes side-by-side over Lake Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Two of the Snowbirds solo pilots passed over the crowd at the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

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The Canadian Forces solo pilots were heading west over Lake Ontario as viewed from Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The double-meet of Snowbirds solo pilots was imminent above Lake Ontario in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

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Immediately after the meet, all four Snowbirds solo pilots were still visible above Lake Ontario on 5-September-2010.

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The space between the Canadian Forces Snowbirds pilots was rapidly increasing above Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A Canadian Forces Snowbird plane made a solo dive in the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
Snowbird #8 of 9 made a solo pass in the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

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The fan of all nine Canadian Forces Snowbirds started above Lake Ontario in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

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The fan shape was clearly taking shape during the Snowbirds performance above Lake Ontario on 5-September-2010.

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The full shape of the fan created by the Canadian Forces Snowbirds was viewed from Toronto, Ontario on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Snowbirds flew over the crowd in the "Goose" formation in the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds were in an inverted "Double Diamond" formation above Lake Ontario on 5-September-2010.

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The Canadian Forces Snowbirds were in the "Feather" formation in the Canadian International Air Show on 5-September-2010.

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All nine Canadian Forces Snowbirds were coming back together for their final formation above Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds were in the "Viggen" formation during a pass above the crowd in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds were in the "Big Diamond" formation as they approached the crowd on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The bottom of the CT-114 aircraft were in view as the Snowbirds took the "Big Diamond" formation on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds lined up with all nine planes abreast over Lake Ontario in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

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The Canadian Forces Snowbirds passed over the crowd in Toronto, Ontario in a long line on 5-September-2010.

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The Canadian Forces Snowbirds were far above the 1929 John Street Roundhouse in Toronto on 5-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds passed high above the 1942 Canadian National steam locomotive #6213 on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
The Snowbirds descended in the distance behind the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A pair of Snowbirds passed by the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario during the Air Show on 6-September-2010.

Toronto - Air Show
A pair of Snowbirds CT-114 Tutor planes flew away from the CN Tower at the end of the performance on 6-September-2010.
Operating a Museum, 2010

TRHA - Canada Day
The 1929 turntable at the John Street Roundhouse was decorated with Canadian flags on Canada Day, 1-July-2010.

TRHA - Canada Day
Two of the TRHA's locomotives and the Pyke crane were visible behind the Canadian flag on the turntable on 1-July-2010.

TRHA - Morning Views
The Fowler boxcar and the Whitcomb locomotive sat on the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse early on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Morning Views
The operable Whitcomb locomotive, built in 1950, sat on the John Street Roundhouse turntable on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Headlight Reflectin
The headlight of the 6213 steam locomotive reflected off the back of the headlight on diesel #1 on 6-September-2010.

TRHA - Morning Views
A pair of former Canadian National locomotives lurked in the background behind Whitcomb diesel #1 on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Morning Views
Former Canadian National class U-2-g 4-8-4 #6213 sat beneath the coaling tower in Roundhouse Park on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Morning Views
Former Canadian National GP7 #4803 and 4-8-4 #6213 were side by side at Roundhouse Park in Toronto on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - CN Faces
Former Canadian National GP7 #4803 and 4-8-4 #6213 sat side-by-side in Roundhouse Park on 1-July-2010.

TRHA - Morning Views
Light from between condo buildings shone on former CN GP7 diesel #4803 in Roundhouse Park on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Morning Views
A small swath of light illuminated Canadian National GP7 #4803 at the Toronto Railway Heritage Center on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Morning Views
Later morning lit brought out both former CN GP7 #4803 and the tend of the 6213 steam locomotive on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Morning Views
A morning view of former Canadian National GP7 #4803 beneath the coaling tower was taken on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Morning Views
A member of Toronto's Mounted Police chatted with James Rasor in Roundhouse Park on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Steam Engines
The TRHC's "Sweet Creek" steam locomotive passed 4-8-4 #6213 at Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2010.

TRHA - 6213
A significant line had formed to tour the cab of former Canadian National 4-8-4 #6213 on 3-July-2010.

TRHA - 6213
Volunteer Ori Siegel managed the line to see the cab of steam locomotive #6213 in Roundhouse Park on 1-July-2010.

TRHA - 6213
Wilson Lau did not make use of the new table outside the 6213 as he managed the line on 24-July-2010.

TRHA - 6213
Lionel Leavitt leaned out of the window of the 6213 before the rush of visitors to the cab started on 1-July-2010.

TRHA - 6213
Lionel Leavitt was giving a tour of the cab interior of locomotive #6213 on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - 6213
The view from the fireman's seat on steam locomotive #6213 was observed in Roundhouse Park on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - 6213
The gauges most visible to the fireman were observed from the fireman's seat in the 6213 on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - 6213
A look across the cab of the 6213 was taken during a cab tour in Roundhouse Park on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - 6213
Lionel Leavitt talked about the functions of different levers during the cab tour of the 6213 on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - 6213
Lionel Leavitt sat in the engineer's seat on board the 6213 steam locomotive on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - 6213
The view from the engineer's seat of the 6213 was observed on a very cloudy 4-September-2010.

TRHA - 6213
The firebox of the 6213 steam locomotive was viewed from the fireman's seat on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - 6213
These valves were located near the roof of the 6213 steam locomotive cab on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - 6213
The firebox of the 6213 steam locomotive was observed from the center of the cab on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - 6213
The coal stoker came out of the floor toward the firebox of the 6213 steam locomotive on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - 6213
The doors to the firebox of the 6213 were opened to look inside the compartment on 4-September-2010.

TRHA - 6213
The interior of the firebox of steam locomotive #6213 was observed in Toronto, Ontario on 4-September-2010.

TRHA - 6213
The grating on the bottom of the firebox was observed from steam locomotive #6213's cab on 4-September-2010.

TRHA - 6213
The entry of the stoker from the tender into the firebox of steam locomotive #6213 was observed on 4-September-2010.

TRHA - 6213
The 6213 had been re-positioned underneath the coaling tower in Roundhouse Park by 11-October-2010.

TRHA - 4803
Dan Garcia took a turn showing off former Canadian National GP7 #4803 at Roundhouse Park on 31-July-2010.

TRHA - 4803
Bob Dickson had a quiet moment in the cab of former Canadian National GP7 #4803 in Toronto, Ontario on 31-July-2010.

TRHA - 4803
The engineer's seat in the cab of 1953-built GP7 #4803 was on display at Roundhouse Park on 31-July-2010.

TRHA - 4803
The fireman's view of the engineer's seat in the 4803 was captured during cab tours on 31-July-2010.

TRHA - 4803
The rear wall of the cab in GP7 diesel #4803 was observed during cab tours in Roundhouse Park on 31-July-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Stephen Gardiner ran the miniature train behind the "Mini-Whitcomb" through Roundhouse Park on 1-July-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Ryan Ho ran the miniature train past Cabin D in Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 21-August-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
The prototype Whitcomb was in the background as the "Mini-Whitcomb" passed in the foreground on 21-August-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Michael Salisbury ran the "Mini-Whitcomb" with a full train past the water tower on 6-September-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
David Hill worked his first day as conductor on the miniature railway in Roundhouse Park on 6-September-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Dan Garcia took a turn as the engineer of the "mini-Whitcomb" on the miniature railway on 11-September-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
The miniature railway train was preparing to depart Don Station in Toronto, Ontario on a rainy 2-October-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Bob Dickson served as engineer as the miniature railway train departed Don Station on 2-October-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
The miniature railway train passed through a re-configured Roundhouse Park in Toronto on 2-October-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Bob Dickson served as engineer on the miniature railway train rounding a curve in Roundhouse Park on 2-October-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
"Mini Whitcomb" #2 arrived at Don Station beside a waiting steam locomotive #3 on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Internal combustion locomotive #2 sat next to steam locomotive #3 at Don Station in Roundhouse Park on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Arno Martens was at the throttle of the "Sweet Creek" steam locomotive as it passed the water towers on 17-July-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Steam locomotive #3 stopped for water at the water tank in Roundhouse Park on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Arno Martens guided the "Sweet Creek" steam locomotive into the station in Roundhouse Park on 17-July-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Mike Salisbury ran the "Sweet Creek" through the rebuilt crossing on the miniature railway on 24-July-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Mike Salisbury tutored Alan Bradshaw in the operation of the "Sweet Creek" locomotive on 4-September-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Alan Bradshaw ran the "Sweet Creek" under the supervision of Mike Salisbury on 4-September-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Greg Salisbury ran the "Sweet Creek" through the heart of Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 3-July-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
TRHA volunteer John Mellow rode behind the miniature steam locomotive in Roundhouse Park on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Greg Salisbury ran a lightly-loaded miniature train across full-sized track #40 as viewed from Cabin D on 25-July-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
A full miniature railway train rounded a curve with the Royal York and Union Station in the background on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Two trains were present at the water tower in Roundhouse Park in the late afternoon of 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Steam locomotive #3 arrived at the Don Station platforms with Mike Salisbury as engineer on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Michael Guy was the hogger as steam locomotive #3 led a train into Don Station on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
The miniature railway train behind 2-6-0 #3 arrived at Don Station in Toronto, Ontario on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
A volunteer conductor from Leon's worked the miniature train as it arrived at Don Station on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Mike Salisbury guided the "Sweet Creek" up to the depot for its first run of the day on 31-July-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Bob Dickson gave hand signals with his father's lantern at the miniature train depot in Roundhouse Park on 31-July-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Young volunteer Bennett gave hand signals at the miniature railway depot in Roundhouse Park on 7-August-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Mike Salisbury had the "Sweet Creek" steam locomotive waiting for passengers at Don Station on 24-July-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Greg Salisbury relaxed between runs in the "Sweet Creek" steam locomotive at Don Station on 25-July-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Jason Pelton, John Mellow, and Arno Martens manned the ticket booth outside Don Station on 17-July-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
A volunteer conductor from Leon's punched tickets before departure from Don Station on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Derek Boles made a station announcement before the train each train departed from Don Station on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
This speaker broadcast Derek Boles' "All Board" prior to the departure of every train on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Michael Guy blew the whistle as the "Sweet Creek" pulled out of Don Station in Roundhouse Park on 7-August-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Steam locomotive #3 crossed the main walkway in Roundhouse Park near Bremner Boulevard on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Turntable
Dave and Sandy Wetherald worked the turntable rides at the John Street Roundhouse in Roundhouse Park on 3-July-2010.

TRHA - Turntable
Wilson Lau ran the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 31-July-2010.

TRHA - Turntable
The turntable spun around past the Canadian National locomotives in Roundhouse Park on 31-July-2010.

TRHA - Argonotes
The band of the Toronto Argonauts football team, Argonotes, boarded the John Street turntable on 19-September-2010.

TRHA - Argonotes
Argonotes prepared to play on the 1929 turntable in Roundhouse Park before the game on 19-September-2010.

TRHA - Argonotes
As Argnotes started to play, their destination of the Rogers Centre was in the background on 19-September-2010.

TRHA - Argonotes
The John Street Roundhouse turntable executed a revolution as Argonotes performed on 19-September-2010.

TRHA - Argonotes
Argonotes faced the sun as the turntable spun during their performance in Roundhouse Park on 19-September-2010.

TRHA - Argonotes
The Coaling Tower was in the background as Argonotes performed during a spin of the turntable on 19-September-2010.

TRHA - Argonotes
The Toronto skyline formed the background for the performance of Argonotes on the turntable on 19-September-2010.

TRHA - Argonotes
More than 180 degrees into the rotation, Argonotes continued their roundhouse performance on 19-September-2010.

TRHA - Argonotes
The turntable passed in front of the locomotives as Argonotes played a song on 19-September-2010.

TRHA - Argonotes
The Coaling Tower formed the background as Argonotes performed on the roundhouse turntable on 19-September-2010.

TRHA - Argonotes
The Pyke rail crane in the park provided an unique background for an Argonotes performance on 19-September-2010.

TRHA - Argonotes
A closer look at the Argonotes performers was obtained as the turntable rotated at the roundhouse on 19-September-2010.

TRHA - Argonotes
Argonotes completed their performance on the John Street Roundhouse turntable on 19-September-2010.

TRHA - Argonotes
Argonotes celebrated their performance on the John Street Roundhouse turntable on 19-September-2010.

TRHA - Argonotes
Argonotes filed off the turntable enroute to the Toronto Argonauts game in Toronto, Ontario on 19-September-2010.

TRHA - Stalls
The entrance to stall 16 of the John Street Roundhouse was open to visitors on 31-July-2010.

TRHA - Stalls
James Rasor interpreted the artifacts in the museum stalls of the John Street Roundhouse on 3-July-2010.

TRHA - Caboose
Bob Dickson interpreted the interior of former Toronto, Hamilton, and Buffalo caboose #70 on 3-July-2010.

TRHA - Simulators
A substantial crowd gathered to observe the locomotive simulator in the John Street Roundhouse on 4-September-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
A variety of artifacts stored under the water tower during the G20 conference were still located there on 1-July-2010.

TRHA - Forklift
Michael Guy drove the Liftow forklift past Don Station in Roundhouse Park after a work session on 3-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
Rodney Harison worked on the wiring of the full-size crossing gates at the center of Roundhouse Park on 3-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
More testing of the wiring was completed by Rodney Harison to prepare the crossing gates on 17-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
Conduit was run to the sensor location for the crossing gates before the start of operations on 31-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
Rodney Harison and Arno Martens worked on the conduit for the crossing gate sensors in Roundhouse Park on 31-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
James Rasor shoveled ballast back into place to bury the new conduit for sensor wiring on 31-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
Arno Martens attached the conduit to the sides of the ties in Toronto, Ontario's Roundhouse Park on 31-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
James Rasor and Lance Gleich worked on burying conduit for the crossing gate sensors on 31-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
More of the crossing gates sensor conduit was buried in ballast next to the tracks in Roundhouse Park on 31-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
The crossing gates were down for a test of the system as the train passed on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
The crossing gates started to flash as they entered full operation in Roundhouse Park on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
The gates were lowered in advance of the approach of the train in Roundhouse Park on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
The train started its way across the crossing outside Don Station in Roundhouse Park on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
Pedestrian traffic waited for the passage of the train through Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
The crossing gates protected the passage of the miniature train through Roundhouse Park on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
Pedestrians waited for the train to pass through the heart of Roundhouse Park on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
The full train had entered the crossing outside Don Station in Toronto, Ontario on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
The miniature train passed through the crossing fully protected on the first day of the gates, 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
The crossing gates started to raise after the passage of the miniature train in Roundhouse Park on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
The crossing gates raised to allow the pedestrians to resume their trips across Roundhouse Park on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
The crossing gates were down for yet another passage of the miniature railway train on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Gates
The full miniature train occupied the crossing in the middle of Roundhouse Park on 12-September-2010.

TRHA - Knot Class
Michael Guy opened a class on knots by referring to an extensive book on the topic on 9-July-2010.

TRHA - Knot Class
Michael Guy handled threaded line as part of the introduction to the class on knots on 9-July-2010.

TRHA - Knot Class
Lionel Leavitt learned what it felt like to pull a nylon rope during the knot class at the roundhouse on 9-July-2010.

TRHA - Knot Class
Lionel Leavitt and Dave Fleming practiced tying knots during the knotting class on 9-July-2010.

TRHA - Knot Class
Michael Guy lifted a sandbag tied with a knot to a rope and pulley during the class on 9-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Work
Originally, all of the miniature railway's brick crossings looked like this one near the turntable on 17-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Work
Michael Guy and Arno Martens bent rail for use in a new curve being laid through a crossing on 12-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Work
A close-up of the rail bender before it was used on the rail was observed during track work on 12-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Work
Arno Martens and Michael Guy worked on bending the rail for a new alignment through a crossing on 12-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Work
A side view of the rail bender in use was obtained during track work in Roundhouse Park on 12-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Work
The bender was being used to straighten rail as demonstrated in Roundhouse Park on 12-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Work
The track had been re-laid through the crossing section as observed in Roundhouse Park on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Work
Steam locomotive #6213 looked on as the crossing reconstruction continued in Roundhouse Park on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Work
The decking construction through the crossing was observed as it proceeded on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Work
Rodney Harison worked on the planks for the wooden portion of the crossing as work continued on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Work
Arno Martens and Rodney Harison continued the planking work on the crossing in Roundhouse Park on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Work
The crossing work was completed after its completion in Roundhouse Park on 17-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Work
Another view of the completed crossing was taken in its first weekend of operation on 17-July-2010.

TRHA - Crossing Work
A look down the brick pathway through the new crossing was observed in Roundhouse Park on 17-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
The base of the crossing shanty, which had been removed during the G20 event, was observed on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
A closer look at the base of the crossing shanty was observed prior to its re-installation on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
A crane started to lift the crossing shanty off a trailer for re-placement on its base on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
The crane lifted the crossing shanty on its move back onto its base in Roundhouse Park on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
The crossing shanty was in the air as it was placed back on its base in Roundhouse Park on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
The crossing shanty was turned to its proper orientation during the move back onto its base on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
The crossing shanty was slowly moved back to its intended location in Roundhouse Park on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
The crane had almost moved the crossing shanty back to its base in Roundhouse Park on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
The crane prepared to lower the crossing shanty onto its base in the "railway village" on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
The crossing shanty was positioned above its base in Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
The crossing shanty was almost positioned above its base in Roundhouse Park on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
The water tower loomed in the background as the crossing shanty was lowered into position on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
The crossing shanty had almost returned to its home near Don Station in Roundhouse Park on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
Don Station and the water tower provided the backdrop as the crossing shanty returned to its position on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
The crossing shanty had returned to its base in the railway village of Roundhouse Park as observed on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
The crane attachments were slackened as the crossing shanty move was completed on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
The crossing shanty was unhooked from the crane to complete the move back to its base on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
A final look at the crane used to move the crossing shanty was obtained in Roundhouse Park on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
The crossing shanty, originally at nearby John Street, had returned to its home in Roundhouse Park on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
A final view of the re-positioned crossing shanty was taken in Roundhouse park in Toronto, Ontario on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Shanty Re-Installation
Tom Murison had already removed the boards protecting the windows of the crossing shanty on 13-July-2010.

TRHA - Tank Moves
Michael Guy drove the truck used to move tanks behind the John Street Roundhouse on 17-July-2010.

TRHA - Tank Moves
One tank was moved outside the rear entrance to the museum stalls, as seen after the move on 17-July-2010.

TRHA - Tank Moves
The other tank was placed near the loading dock for Leon's at the Roundhouse, observed on 17-July-2010.

TRHA - Tank Moves
James and Michael posed after a pipe was test-fitted to the tank outside the museum stalls on 18-July-2010.

TRHA - Tank Moves
James and Michael posed with the newly-moved tank behind the John Street Roundhouse on 18-July-2010.

TRHA - Tank Moves
The CN Tower loomed above the newly-moved tank behind the John Street Roundhouse on 17-July-2010.

TRHA - Jackman
The "Jackman" sat in the John Street Roundhouse on track #15 on 4-September-2010.

TRHA - Jackman
The sleeper "Jackman" was opened for the first time in recent memory as observed on 22-July-2010.

TRHA - Jackman
Constructed in 1931, the "Jackman" had 14 sleeping car sections like this one in daytime configuration on 22-July-2010.

TRHA - Jackman
The upper berth was down in this section of the "Jackman" sleeper as observed on 22-July-2010.

TRHA - Jackman
The "Jackman" had been converted for work train service in 1960, resulting in the lockers seen here on 22-July-2010.

TRHA - Jackman
The "Jackman" had a shower at one end of the car, as observed from the center section on 22-July-2010.

TRHA - Donation Boxes
Richard Morrison held two new donation boxes that he had constructed in the museum stalls on 22-July-2010.

TRHA - Donation Boxes
Richard Morrison held one of his newly-constructed donation boxes outside the John Street Roundhouse on 24-July-2010.

TRHA - Donation Boxes
One of the first contributions to go into the new donation boxes was deposited outside the roundhouse on 24-July-2010.

TRHA - Driving Car
Michael Guy checked out the new driving car, riding behind Greg Salisbury and the steam locomotive on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Driving Car
Michael Guy demonstrated the new driving car on the miniature railway in Roundhouse Park on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Driving Car
Michael Guy showed how the driving car was supposed to be used with the miniature Whitcomb locomotive on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Driving Car
The "Mini Whitcomb" #2 with driving car passed full-size Whitcomb #1 at Roundhouse Park on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Dining Car
Michael Guy and Arno Martens boarded the dining car for its inaugural trip around Roudhouse Park on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Dining Car
The dining car was noted on its first trip around Roundhouse Park near Bremner Boulevard on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Dining Car
The first dining car train passed in front of the 6213 steam locomotive in Roundhouse Park on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Dining Car
The dining car headed for the railway village in Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Dining Car
The first circuit of the dining car was almost complete as it headed through the wye area of the park on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Dining Car
Arno Martens and Michael Guy began their first meal aboard the dining car at Don Station on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Dining Car
The active dining car train departed Don Station in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Dining Car
The dining car train approached Bremner Boulevard in Toronto, Ontario on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Dining Car
Arno Martens and Michael Guy continued enjoying their meal in the dining car in Roundhouse Park on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Dining Car
The dining car train continued its circuit in Roundhouse Park, crossing full-size tracks on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Dining Car
The dining car train headed for the railway village in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Dining Car
The dining car train passed in front of the Royal York Hotel in Toronto, Ontario on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Dining Car
The first meal in the dining car continued as the train passed in front of Toronto's Union Station on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Dining Car
The first dining car train rounded the curve at the wye in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Dining Car
The dining car train passed the miniature water tower in Roundhouse Park on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Lesley
The privately-owned "Lesley" steam locomotive crossed track #40 in Roundhouse Park on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Lesley
The "Lesley" steam locomotive went on its first test run in some weeks, seen at the crossing on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Lesley
The "Lesley" steam locomotive ran along Bremner Boulevard in Roundhouse Park on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Lesley
The "Lesley" steam locomotive, smallest in the park, passed the largest, #6213, on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Lesley
The "Lesley" steam locomotive continued its trip through Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Lesley
On another test run, the Lesley locomotive generated steam at the water tower in Roundhouse Park on 24-October-2010.

TRHA - Lesley
The Lesley put out a nice plume of steam as it passed the main crossing on a crisp 24-October-2010 in Toronto.

TRHA - Lesley
The Lesley was passed by the miniature train with locomotive #3 in Roundhouse Park on 24-October-2010.

TRHA - Lesley
The two steam locomotives at the Toronto Railway Heritage Centre, the Lesley and #3, sat side-by-side on 24-October-2010.

TRHA - Lesley
The Lesley sat raised for more work in the train depot after testing in Roundhouse Park on 24-October-2010.

TRHA - Lesley
The Lesley posed on the lift mechanism inside the miniature railway depot in Toronto, Ontario on 24-October-2010.

TRHA - Lesley
A side view of the Lesley steam locomotive was obtained on the lift in the miniature depot on 24-October-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
The Bert Pyke rail crane was parked in Roundhouse Park near the "Museum Train" caboose on 19-September-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
The miniature railway train passed the Pyke rail crane in Roundhouse Park on 19-September-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
Mike Salisbury engineered the miniature railway train past the Pyke rail crane in Roundhouse Park on 19-September-2010.

TRHA - Museum Train
The "Museum Train" of Whitcomb diesel, boxcar and caboose sat in front of the Toronto Skyline on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Museum Train
The "Museum Train" of Whitcomb Diesel, boxcar, and caboose was in front of the railway village on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway Autumn
The miniature train departed the station in Roundhouse Park with substantial steam on a crispy 24-October-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway Autumn
The steam-powered train departed Don Station in Toronto, Ontario with steam emitted on 24-October-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway Autumn
Locomotive #3 put off a lot of steam at the main crossing in Roundhouse Park as observed on 24-October-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway Autumn
The miniature railway train ran past fall colors along Bremner Boulevard in Toronto, Ontario on 24-October-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway Autumn
The miniature railway train passes through the leaves in Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 24-October-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway Autumn
Steam locomotive #3 drifted through the forest of Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 24-October-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway Autumn
The miniature railway train reached the summit of the tracks in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 24-October-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway Autumn
The cooler temperatures led to a great display as steam locomotive #3 arrived at Don Station on 24-October-2010.

TRHA - Steam Whistle
This multi-purpose space stalls 1 and 2 of the John Street Roundhouse was used by Steam Whistle Brewing, seen 25-July-2010.

TRHA - Steam Whistle
A recently-installed bar on the second level of Steam Whistle Brewing was observed during an event on 25-July-2010.

TRHA - Training Session
Derek Boles opened a training session for Toronto Railway Historical Association volunteers on 25-July-2010.

TRHA - Training Session
The training session broke for lunch in the second-floor conference room at Steam Whistle Brewing on 25-July-2010.

TRHA - Training Session
The volunteers ate a pizza lunch in the upstairs conference room of Steam Whistle Brewing on 25-July-2010.

TRHA - Training Session
Derek Boles began a sample tour through Roundhouse Park at Don Station on 25-July-2010.

TRHA - Training Session
The volunteer training session tour visited the former coaling tower site in Roundhouse Park on 25-July-2010.

TRHA - Training Session
Derek Boles led the sample tour through Roundhouse Park, which was spreading out like a real tour on 25-July-2010.

TRHA - Training Session
Derek Boles made a final stop on the sample tour at the Bremner Boulevard entrance to Roundhouse Park on 25-July-2010.

TRHA - Speeders Move
The speeders previously inside the machine shop started their move outside on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Speeders Move
One of the speeders exited the machine shop through the doorway, bound for Roundhouse Park on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Speeders Move
A forklift awaited to provide a ride to the speeder around the John Street Roundhouse on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Speeders Move
The forklift driven by Dave Wetherald hauled the speeder around the John Street Roundhouse on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Speeders Move
Stephen Gardiner and Dan Garcia pushed a speeder through Roundhouse Park by hand on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Speeders Move
Bob Dickson and James Rasor pushed a speeder down track 39 in Roundhouse Park on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Speeders Move
The five speeders moved from inside were lined up on track 39 in Roundhouse Park on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Speeders Move
The team of movers posed on their set of speeders in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Speeders Move
The speeders from the machine shop were posed in Roundhouse Park on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Speeders Move
Stephen Gardiner, Jim Gardiner, Bob Dickson, and James Rasor awaited the turntable in Roundhouse Park on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Speeders Move
The speeders were moved onto the turntable to reach their final destination in Roundhouse Park on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Speeders Move
The speeders were lined up on the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Speeders Move
A side view of the speeders on the John Street Roundhouse turntable was obtained on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Speeders Move
A sixth speeder from inside the roundhouse was to join the other five outside on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Speeders Move
James Rasor and Stephen Gardiner used the handcar to move their tools in Roundhouse Park on 16-October-2010.

TRHA - Steampunks
During FanExpo across the street, a group of steampunks visited Roundhouse Park on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Steampunks
The steampunks posed on the coupler of the caboose inside the John Street Roundhouse on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Steampunks
A smaller group of steampunks posed on the Toronto Hamilton & Buffalo caboose at Roundhouse Park on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Steampunks
A military-dressed steampunk stepped off the caboose in the John Street Roundhouse on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Steampunks
A rather risque pose was taken by a steampunk on the coupler of the caboose on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Steampunks
Steampunk guns were added to the risque scene in the John Street Roundhouse on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Steampunks
A male steampunk also posed on the coupler inside the John Street Roundhouse on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Steampunks
This costume had won an award for this steampunk on the caboose platform on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Steampunks
The steampunks staged a shooting at the caboose in the John Street Roundhouse on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Steampunks
A larger group of steampunks gathered at Cabin D as the miniature train rambled by on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Steampunks
The large group of steampunks gathered for a picture on the platform outside Cabin D on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Steampunks
Steam rose from a steam gun as the steampunks posed at Cabin D in Roundhouse Park on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Steampunks
The steampunks gathered with the toolshed in the background in Roundhouse Park on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Steampunks
The steampunks posed dancing on the platform outside Cabin D in Roundhouse Park on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Steampunks
The female steampunks posed on the full-size railroad tracks in Roundhouse Park on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Cabin D
The "Railway Village" with Cabin D, the toolshed, and the watchman's shanty was seen on the morning of 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Cabin D
Cabin D, built in 1896 and its associated toolshed, believed to date from the 1850's, were seen on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Cabin D
Cabin D, once located at Bathurst Street, sat in Roundhouse Park above a full-size track on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Don Station
Don Station shone during a quiet moment in the late afternoon sun in Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 2-August-2010.

TRHA - Don Station
John Mellow counted the proceeds from the day's miniature railway operations inside Don Station on 8-August-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
John Mellow worked on the restoration of a shelf inside Don Station in Roundhouse Park on 3-July-2010.

TRHA - Don Station
John Mellow held up the Don station sign he had been working on while inside the station on 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Don Station
The south side of Don Station in Roundhouse Park was viewed in the early morning light of 28-August-2010.

TRHA - Don Station
The windows on the south side of Don Station were opened for the first time in Roundhouse Park, seen on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
This sign announced the Ray Argyle "The Boy in the Picture" book launch at Don Station on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
TRHA Historian Derek Boles served as the master of ceremonies for the Ray Argyle book launch on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
A fair audience had gathered in the waiting room of Don Station for the book launch on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
Derek Boles introduced author Ray Argyle during the book launch in Don Station on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
Derek Boles provided background information at the beginning of the book launch in Don Station on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
The conversation between author Ray Argyle and the TRHA's Derek Boles took place on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
Ray Argyle held up his book "The Boy in the Picture" during the discussion at Don Station on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
Amongst those in the audience for the book launch was the TRHA's John Mellow on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
Ray Argyle gestured during the discussion of his book "The Boy in the Picture" at Don Station on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
A lighter moment in the conversation between author Ray Argyle and host Derek Boles was captured on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
Ray Argyle talked about his book "The Boy in the Picture" in Don Station on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
Ray Argyle and Derek Boles shared a laugh during the book launch in Don Station on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
Author Ray Argyle and host Derek Boles talked about "The Boy in the Picture" at Don Station on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
Ray Argyle read from his book "The Boy in the Picture" inside Don Station in Toronto, Ontario on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
The audience watched as Ray Argyle read from his book "The Boy in the Picture" at Don Station on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
TRHA board member Andrew Jeanes had a book signed by author Ray Argyle at Don Station on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
TRHA volunteer Dave Wetherald had a copy of "The Boy in the Picture" signed by author Ray Argyle on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
TRHA board members posed with author Ray Argyle outside Don Station after the book signing on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Book Launch
John Mellow, Orin Krivel, Ray Argyle, Michael Guy, and Derek Boles posed outside Don Station on 29-August-2010.

TRHA - Air Show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds were in the distant sky behind the John Street Roundhouse on 6-September-2010.

TRHA - Air Show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds formed a heart in the sky above the John Street Roundhouse on 6-September-2010.

TRHA - Air Show
Six of the nine Canadian Forces Snowbirds flew above Toronto and the John Street Roundhouse on 6-September-2010.

TRHA - Air Show
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds were above the 6213 steam locomotive and Rogers Centre in Toronto on 6-September-2010.

TRHA - Air Show
The Snowbirds performed one of their fan maneuvers in the sky above the John Street Roundhouse on 6-September-2010.

TRHA - John Street Polish
Michael Guy, Rodney Harison, and Dave Wetherald applied "John Street Polish" in the miniature depot on 2-August-2010.

TRHA - Cat Under Boxcar
A cat took shelter underneath the Fowler boxcar sitting on the turntable at dusk on 22-August-2010.

TRHA - Night Session
A raccoon peered out from the side of steam locomotive #6213 as it was switched on 26-September-2010.

TRHA - Night Session
The tender of steam locomotive #6213 was carefully backed into stall 15 of the roundhouse on 26-September-2010.

TRHA - Night Session
Three of the locomotives were positioned for the Night Photo Shoot at the John Street Roundhouse on 26-September-2010.

TRHA - Night Session
Norm Betts was working on the lighting above steam locomotive #6213 at the roundhouse on 26-September-2010.

TRHA - Night Session
The lineup of locomotives for the Night Photo Session was ready at dusk in Toronto, Ontario on 26-September-2010.

TRHA - Night Session
The back side of the photo line of locomotives was observed as the staff headed off to dinner on 26-September-2010.

TRHA - Night Session
The Toronto, Hamilton, and Buffalo caboose had its interior lights plugged in at Roundhouse Park on 26-September-2010.

TRHA - Night Session
Roundhouse Park was filled with various equipment in advance of the night photo shoot on 26-September-2010.

TRHA - Night Session
The intended lineup of four locomotives was lit up for photographs at John Street on 26-September-2010.

TRHA - Night Session
The lighting was shifted several times over the course of the Night Photo Session at Roundhouse Park on 26-September-2010.

TRHA - Night Session
A fifth locomotive was hiding inside the John Street Roundhouse during the Night Photo Shoot on 26-September-2010.

TRHA - Night Session
The intended angle of the Night Photo Shoot at the John Street Roundhouse was observed on 26-September-2010.

TRHA - Night Session
The Toronto, Ontario skyline was lit up behind steam locomotive #6213 in Roundhouse Park on 26-September-2010.

TRHA - Night Session
The Royal York Hotel loomed in the background of steam locomotive #6213 on 26-September-2010.

TRHA - Night Session
The CN Tower was putting on its light show above steam locomotive #6213 on 26-September-2010.

TRHA - Night Session
Former Canadian National steam locomotive #6213 was located near the coaling tower on 26-September-2010.

TRHA - Night Session
The group of photographers participating in the Night Photo Session was noted on 26-September-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway
Steam locomotive #3 and its train awaited dusk outside Don Station in Toronto, Ontario on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Thanksgiving Dinner
A group of TRHA volunteers sat down for a Thanksgiving evening barbecue dinner on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Thanksgiving Dinner
A small group of TRHA's volunteers enjoyed a Thanksgiving barbecue dinner on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Thanksgiving Dinner
The train awaited in the background as Thanksgiving dinner progressed in Toronto, Ontario on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Night Testing
Final preparations for the TRHA's first night run of the miniature railway were taking place on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Night Testing
Steam locomotive #3's headlight was turned on for the first time for night running on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Night Testing
Steam locomotive #3 prepared for a night run outside Don Station in Toronto, Ontario on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Night Testing
The miniature railway train prepared to depart for a night test run in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Night Testing
A long exposure captured the departure of the miniature railway train for a night run on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Night Testing
On a subsequent trip, a long exposure again captured the departure of the miniature train at night on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Night Testing
Only the headlight of the miniature railway train was captured as it traversed the deck at Don Station on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Night Testing
The headlight trace of steam locomotive #3 appeared at the main railway crossing in Roundhouse Park on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Night Testing
Only the trace of the steam locomotive headlight captured the passage of the train at the Shanty on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Night Testing
A loaded night test train approached the water tower in Roundhouse Park as observed on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Night Testing
Steam locomotive #3 paused at Don Station between night test runs in Roundhouse Park on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Night Testing
Steam locomotive #3 topped off its water tank during the night-time testing in Toronto, Ontario on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Night Testing
Steam rose from locomotive #3 as it waited for the next night run in Toronto, Ontario on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Night Testing
Michael Guy posed steam locomotive #3 on the miniature turntable in Roundhouse Park on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Night Testing
Steam locomotive #3 returned to the miniature depot after a successful night test on 11-October-2010.

TRHA - Halloween
Snow showers came down over Cabin D in Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on Halloween Day, 31-October-2010.

TRHA - Halloween
Falling snow obscured the view from Don Station toward the coaling tower in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 31-October-2010.

TRHA - Halloween
Locomotive #2 sat outside Don Station in Toronto, Ontario as snow fell on Halloween, 31-October-2010.

TRHA - Halloween
The signs were up for Halloween, but the weather was keeping visitors away early on the afternoon of 31-October-2010.

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Locomotive #2 departed Don Station in Toronto, Ontario past the Great Pumpkin on 31-October-2010.

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A Toronto Terminals Railway truck paced the Toronto Railway Heritage Centre train in Roundhouse Park on 31-October-2010.

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Locomotive #2 led its train past a "Pumpkin Post" in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on Halloween, 31-October-2010.

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TRHA Historian Derek Boles took a break from his normal position to ride the miniature railway on 31-October-2010.

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TRHA Board Member Jason Shron had the throttle of locomotive #2 for one trip on 31-October-2010.

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Jason Shron was enjoying his time running locomotive #2 in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 31-October-2010.

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Locomotive #2 ran with TRHA Board Member Jason Shron at the throttle in Roundhouse Park on 31-October-2010.

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The miniature railway train passed another "Pumpkin Post" in Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 31-October-2010.

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A large group led by TRHA Board Member Jason Shron rode the miniature railway train on 31-October-2010.

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Locomotive #2 led its train past the Great Pumpkin in Toronto, Ontario's Roundhouse Park on Halloween, 31-October-2010.

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Locomotive #2 powered the miniature railway train into the graveyard area decorated for Halloween on 31-October-2010.

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The passengers seemed to be enjoying the ride through the graveyard in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 31-October-2010.

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On another trip, Mark Pompeo was the engineer on a trip through the graveyard in Toronto, Ontario on 31-October-2010.

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The gravestones and ghosts of the graveyard surrounded the miniature railway train on Halloween, 31-October-2010.

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Locomotive #2 passed through the graveyard in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on Halloween, 31-October-2010.

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A well-loaded train traversed the graveyard in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on Halloween, 31-October-2010.

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TRHA Historian Derek Boles passed through the graveyard on board the miniature railway train on 31-October-2010.

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TRHA Board Member Jason Shron had almost completed his circuit as engineer of locomotive #2 on 31-October-2010.

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James Culpeper, Kevin La Rossa, and Derek Boles prepared Halloween bags in Don Station on 31-October-2010.

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The windows on the side of Don Station had been decorated with scary images for Halloween on 31-October-2010.

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The sun came out on Halloween afternoon, highlighting the decorations for the holiday on 31-October-2010.

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A dancing skeleton entertained a child visiting the Toronto Railway Heritage Centre's Don Station on 31-October-2010.

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Even the ticket sales table was specially decorated for Halloween, as noted on 31-October-2010.

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A full scene of Halloween decorations was noted outside Don Station in Toronto, Ontario on 31-October-2010.

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A witch in the window was viewed from inside Don Station on the afternoon of Halloween, 31-October-2010.

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Locomotive #2 took a trip through the graveyard in Toronto's Roundhouse Park after the sun appeared on 31-October-2010.

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Steam locomotive #3 took over operations in the afternoon, noted departing Don Station in Toronto on 31-October-2010.

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Steam Locomotive #3 departed Don Station past the Great Pumpkin on the afternoon of Halloween, 31-October-2010.

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The steam miniature railway train passed the Great Pumpkin in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on Halloween, 31-October-2010.

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The steam-powered train passed the "Pumpkin Post" near Bremner Boulevard in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 31-October-2010.

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Steam locomotive #3 put up a nice plume of steam passing a "Pumpkin Post" in Roundhouse Park on 31-October-2010.

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The TRHA's steam-powered miniature railway train passed through Roundhouse Park in afternoon light on 31-October-2010.

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Mike Salisbury was the engineer on locomotive #3 as it rounded a curve in Roundhouse Park in Toronto on 31-October-2010.

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Steam locomotive #3 passed a "Pumpkin Post" near the center of Toronto's Roundhouse Park on Halloween, 31-October-2010.

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The steam-powered miniature railway train rounded a broad curve in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 31-October-2010.

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Steam locomotive #3 approached the graveyard site in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 31-October-2010.

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The steam-powered miniature railway train traversed the graveyard in Roundhouse Park on 31-October-2010.

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The afternoon sun lit up the ghosts and goblins of the graveyard as the steam train passed on Halloween, 31-October-2010.

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Steam locomotive #3 passed through the graveyard of Toronto's Roundhouse Park on Halloween, 31-October-2010.

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The miniature railway train passed through the ghosts and gravestones of the graveyard on Halloween, 31-October-2010.

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Steam locomotive #3 passed the "Pumpkin Post" near the summit of the miniature railway on Halloween, 31-October-2010.

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A nice angled plume of steam was lit by the late afternoon sun in Roundhouse Park on 31-October-2010.

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The cold temperatures led to a nice blow-off of steam as locomotive #3 sat at Don Station on 31-October-2010.

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The darkening conditions started to bring out the Halloween lighting at Don Station on 31-October-2010.

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Inside Toronto's Don Station, Halloween-themed music videos were played for visitors on 31-October-2010.

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Bob Dickson tested a powerful light outside Don Station in Toronto, Ontario on Halloween, 31-October-2010.

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The smoke generator was tested as lighting faded in the graveyard in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 31-October-2010.

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The firebox of steam locomotive #3 was the same color as the pumpkin behind it at Don Station on 31-October-2010.

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A headlight attached to locomotive #2 was tested as dusk approached at Don Station on 31-October-2010.

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The sun set in the distance as steam locomotive #3 sat at Don Station in Toronto, Ontario on 31-October-2010.

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After dark, the steam-powered train left a trace as it passed Cabin D in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 31-October-2010.

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Steam locomotive #3 paused in the graveyard of Toronto's Roundhouse Park after dark on 31-October-2010.

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Costumed individuals joined the ghosts around the train in the graveyard of Roundhouse Park on 31-October-2010.

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Steam locomotive #3 rested in the graveyard of Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario after dark on 31-October-2010.

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Steam locomotive #3 posed behind the gravestones of the graveyard in Toronto's Roundhouse Park on 31-October-2010.

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A final view of the miniature railway train in the graveyard after dark was taken in Roundhouse Park on 31-October-2010.

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Steam locomotive #3 posed beneath the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario as viewed on Halloween, 31-October-2010.

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Steam locomotive #3 took on water from the Roundhouse Park water tower after dark on Halloween, 31-October-2010.

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The steam-powered train awaited its next move at Don Station in Toronto, Ontario on 31-October-2010.

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Steam locomotive #3 prepared for its final departure from Don Station in Toronto, Ontario on 31-October-2010.

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The steam-powered train looked like a ghost as it departed Don Station in Toronto, Ontario on 31-October-2010.

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Steam locomotive #3 backed into its depot, ending the 2010 season of operation on 31-October-2010.
Trip to California, October 2010

Travel - Virgin America Interior
The interior of Virgin America aircraft have blue and red lighting as demonstrated on a 18-October-2010 flight.

Aerial - Ontario Autumn
The countryside of southwestern Ontario featured some autumn colors as observed from the air on 18-October-2010.

Aerial - Clouds
An interesting cloud formation was noted while taking a cross-continent flight on 18-October-2010.

Aerial - Richmond-San Rafael Bridge
The Richmond-San Rafael Bridge came into view from a plane approaching San Francisco from the north on 18-October-2010.

Aerial - Richmond-San Rafael Bridge
The Richmond-San Rafael Bridge stretched across the northern San Francisco Bay as viewed from above on 18-October-2010.

Aerial - San Francisco
The city of San Francisco, California came into sight from an aircraft approaching the city on 18-October-2010.

Aerial - San Francisco
Another view of San Francisco, California, partially obscured by clouds, was taken from the air on 18-October-2010.

Aerial - Bay Bridge
The San Francisco-Oakland Bay Bridge and its ongoing construction was viewed from a landing aircraft on 18-October-2010.

Roseville - Civic Center
The civic center in Roseville, California was announced by this concrete sign on 18-October-2010.

Roseville - Colombus Statue
A statue of Christopher Colombus was found outside the Post Office in Roseville, California on 18-October-2010.

Travel - Pauline McGrady
Pauline McGrady was resting in her home near Placerville, California on 20-October-2010.

Travel - Pauline McGrady
Pauline McGrady waved good-bye form outside her home near Placerville, California on 20-October-2010.

Travel - Tecan Systems
The main building entrance for Tecan Systems in San Jose, California was observed on 20-October-2010.

Aerial - San Francisco
A different view of the city of San Francisco, California was observed from a departing aircraft on 21-October-2010.

Aerial - Sacramento
The city of Sacramento, California (including the State Capitol at lower left) was observed on 21-October-2010.

Aerial - Roseville
The city of Roseville, California was observed from an eastbound aircraft on 21-October-2010.

Aerial - Roseville
The extensive Union Pacific rail yards in Roseville, California ran through the center of this view on 21-October-2010.

Aerial - Verdi
The small town on Verdi, Nevada in the Sierra Nevada mountains was observed from an aircraft on 21-October-2010.

Aerial - Wyoming
An aerial view was obtained northwest of Casper, Wyoming on a transcontinental flight on 21-October-2010.

Aerial - South Dakota
The scenery of the state of South Dakota west of Pierre was noted from the air on 21-October-2010.

Aerial - Lake Oahe
Lake Oahe on the Missouri River in South Dakota was viewed from miles above on 21-October-2010.

Aerial - Mississippi River
The Mississippi River, forming the boundary between the states of Minnesota and Wisconsin, was seen on 21-October-2010.

Aerial - Red Wing
The town of Red Wing, Minnesota along the Mississippi River was viewed from above on 21-October-2010.

Aerial - Landing
The interchange of Ontario expressways 407 and 410 in Brampton, Ontario was viewed from the air on 21-October-2010.
Autumn in Toronto, 2010

Toronto - TTC Bus #9400
Toronto Transit Commission Orion V diesel bus #9400 was a 504 replacement at Roncesvalles and Queen on 12-September-2010.

Toronto - Old Town Walk
Brad McCabe, a volunteer Board Member of Heritage Toronto, introduced the Old Town walk on 12-September-2010.

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A crowd gathered around the fountain in St. James Park for a Heritage Toronto walk on 12-September-2010.

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Walk Leader Marta O'Brien introduced Heritage Toronto's Old Town walk in Toronto, Ontario on 12-September-2010.

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Marta O'Brien led the Heritage Toronto Old Town walk out of St. James Park in Toronto, Ontario on 12-September-2010.

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This block along Adelaide Street was one of the original 10 blocks of the city in 1793, seen 12-September-2010.

Toronto - Old Town Walk
The Bank of Upper Canada, completed in 1827, was the oldest bank building in Canada on 12-September-2010.

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Marta O'Brien spoke in front of the Bank of Upper Canada on Adelaide Street in Toronto, Ontario on 12-September-2010.

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The De La Salle Institute occupied this building on Adelaide Street from 1872 to 1915, observed on 12-September-2010.

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Toronto's first Post Office also served as the home of J.S. Howard House, seen on Adelaide Street on 12-September-2010.

Toronto - Old Town Walk
Toronto's first Post Office had originally opened in 1834 and was reopened 150 years later, seen 12-September-2010.

Toronto - Old Town Walk
The one-time Christie Brown and Company Warehouses on George Street were built in 1874 and observed on 12-September-2010.

Toronto - Old Town Walk
The Little York Inn at 187 King was completed in 1880 and was part of the Old Town walk on 12-September-2010.

Toronto - Old Town Walk
The Little York Inn was a great example of Second Empire architecture when observed on 12-September-2010.

Toronto - Old Town Walk
The buildings at 167-185 King were completed between 1834 and 1843 and were photographed on 12-September-2010.

Toronto - Old Town Walk
The Sovereign Bank building at King and George was completed in 1907 by George Gouinlock, seen 12-September-2010.

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The King George Condominiums were an example of blending well into the surrounding buildings on 12-September-2010.

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The tower of the King George Condominiums was set back from the street as observed on 12-September-2010.

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The Daniel Brooke Building at 150-154 King had been completed in 1850 and photographed on 12-September-2010.

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This small sign on the Daniel Brooke Building indicated that the Toronto Patriot had been a tenant, seen 12-September-2010.

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Austin Foy Wholesalers had been another tenant of the Daniel Brooke Building, observed in Toronto on 12-September-2010.

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The fire walls between building segments were visible on the Daniel Brooke Building in Toronto on 12-September-2010.

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The 1906 Canadian Bank of Commerce building was still located 144 King Street in Toronto on 12-September-2010.

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The Canadian Bank of Commerce featured the caduceus of Mercury, God of Commerce, on its columns on 12-September-2010.

Toronto - Old Town Walk
St. Lawrence Hall, designed by William Thomas, opened in 1850 and was still owned by the city on 12-September-2010.

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St. Lawrence Hall had been restored as a centennial project in 1967 and was observed on 12-September-2010.

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The entrance to St. Lawrence Hall demonstrated its Palladian Revival architectural style on 12-September-2010.

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The old seal of the City of Toronto was prominently displayed on the facade of St. Lawrence Hall on 12-September-2010.

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The Saint James Condominiums provided another example of blending in to an historic neighborhood on 12-September-2010.

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The facade of a previous building had been incorporated in the 1991 King James Place Development seen 12-September-2010.

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The Army and Navy Store had been built in 1887 and the doubled in size in 1889, observed on 12-September-2010.

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A substantial amount of terra cotta was noted on the Army and Navy Store on King Street on 12-September-2010.

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Iron components of the Army and Navy Store Building made for its interesting 1880's appearance on 12-September-2010.

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The buildings at 107-111 King Street East in Toronto, Ontario had been built in 1841 and observed on 12-September-2010.

Toronto - Old Town Walk
St. James Cathedral had been opened in 1853 with significant additions in 1873, captured on 12-September-2010.

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Marta O'Brien spoke in front of the St. James Cathedral during the Heritage Toronto Old Town walk on 12-September-2010.

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The Gothic Revival architecture of St. James Cathedral in Toronto, Ontario was observed on 12-September-2010.

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At 306 feet tall, the tower on St. James Cathedral was the tallest church structure in Canada, seen on 12-September-2010.

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The 1982-built Market Square Condos were designed to look like warehouses as observed on 12-September-2010.

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Marta O'Brien spoke in the courtyard of the Market Square Condos during the Heritage Toronto walk on 12-September-2010.

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The Heritage Toronto Old Town walk stopped in the Market Square Condos courtyard on 12-September-2010.

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St. Lawrence Market had been built around Toronto's second City Hall built in 1845, seen 12-September-2010.

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St. Lawrence Market is the oldest continually operated market in the same location, observed on 12-September-2010.

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A fountain was found across the street from St. Lawrence Market in Toronto, Ontario on 12-September-2010.

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The Front Street warehouses on the south side of the street had been built in the 1860s and seen on 12-September-2010.

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More of the Front Street warehouses that once had been on the Lake Ontario waterfront were seen on 12-September-2010.

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The Gooderham Flatiron Building, completed in 1892, was an iconic building in Toronto when observed on 12-September-2010.

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The steel panel "tompe l'oeil" by Derek Besant was added to the Gooderham Building in 1980, seen 12-September-2010.

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The Dixon Building, built in 1873, was the only remaining cast iron facade in Toronto, Ontario on 12-September-2010.

Toronto - Old Town Walk
The F. & G. Perkins Company Building had been completed in 1874, seen in Toronto on 12-September-2010.

Toronto - Old Town Walk
The Griffiths Building on Front Street in Toronto, Ontario had been built in 1872 and was viewed on 12-September-2010.

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Marta O'Brien spoke about the 1870's building once used as wholesale grocers on Front Street on 12-September-2010.

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The St. Lawrence Centre for the Perfoming Arts had been built in 1970 in a brutalist style, observed on 12-September-2010.

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The O'Keefe Centre for the Performing Arts, now the Sony Centre, had been opened in 1960, seen on 12-September-2010.

Toronto - Old Town Walk
The 1982 A.E. LePage Building at Front and Yonge in Toronto was a good example of late modernism on 12-September-2010.

Toronto - Old Town Walk
The Heritage Toronto Old Town walk ended at Berczy Park in Toronto, Ontario on 12-September-2010.

Toronto - Old Town Walk
Volunteer board members Alan Burton and Brad McCabe finished up the Heritage Toronto Old Town walk on 12-September-2010.

Toronto - Broadview Station
This strange escalator starting after three steps was found at the Broadview subway station on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
These descriptive signs were found outside the recreation facility on Queen Street East in Toronto on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The Jimmie Simpson Recreational Centre was located on Queen Street East in Toronto, Ontario on 2-October-2010.

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The Jimmie Simpson Recreation Centre had rather intellectual decorations along Queen Street East on 2-October-2010.

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A map of Ward 25 was found on the railway bridge over Queen Street East in Toronto on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
Local birds were depicted on the Queen Street East railway overpass in Toronto, Ontario on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The credits for the murals on the Queen Street East railway overpass were found painted on 2-October-2010.

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A Toronto Transit Commission Queen Streetcar passed underneath the 1926 railway overpass on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
A GO Transit commuter train crossed the 1926 bridge over Queen Street East in Toronto, Ontario on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The one-time CIBC Building at 744 Queen East was built in 1905 by Darling and Pearson, observed on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The commercial block at 258-262 Queen East had been constructed in 1904 and was photographed on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
This plaque commemorated Fontbonne Place along Queen Street East in the Riverdale neighbourhood on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The introduction to the final Heritage Toronto Walk of the season, through Riverdale, was given on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
Riverdale's Postal Station G, built in 1913 by E.J. Lennox, had since become a community building on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The Ralph Thornton Community Centre occupied the 1913 Postal Station G building in Toronto on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The Ralph Thornton Centre at 765 Queen East had housed a library branch since 1975 as pictured on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The Poulton Block at Queen and Boulton was built in 1885 by Kennedy, Gaviller, and Holland, seen on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The rear of the Poulton Block contained the Eastern Branch library from 1888 to 1910, as seen on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
This Victorian-style home was noted at 8-10 Boulton Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk stopped at the 1896 to 1974 site of the Riverdale railway station on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
There may not have been a De Grassi school in Toronto, Ontario, but there was a De Grassi Street seen on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
A long string of Victorian homes including 20-22 De Grassi was noted in Toronto, Ontario on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
This plaque to the De Grassi series of television shows was noted in Toronto, Ontario on 2-October-2010.

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Bruce Mackey, the educator who encouraged the De Grassi programs, was noted in this plaque in Toronto on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
A third plaque featured Bruce Mackey as an educator on De Grassi Street, photographed on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
A particularly distinct Victorian was located at 52 De Grassi Street in Toronto, Ontario on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
More of the homes along De Grassi Street in Toronto, Ontario were observed during the heritage walk on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The Queen Alexandra School at Boulton and Dundas, built in 1918, was photographed on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The Queen Alexandra School at 935 Dundas East, designed by city architects, was observed on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The Queen Alexandra School was now the Dundas Street Public and First Nations School on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk gathered for a talk outside the Queen Alexandra School in Toronto, Ontario on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
Walk leader Barbara Myrvold of the Public Library spoke during the Riverdale Heritage Toronto walk on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
Walk leader and local resident Gerald Whyte spoke to the Riverdale Heritage Toronto walk on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The Eastdale Playground in Toronto's Riverdale neighbourhood was noted during the heritage walk on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
Another distinct home at 207-209 Boulton was noted during the Heritage Toronto Riverdale walk on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
St. Ann's Church was designed in 1914 by A.W. Holmes was inspired by a church in Rome, seen 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The rear of St. Ann's Church revealed that it was undergoing restoration work on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
St. Ann's Rectory was built of the same stones in 1914 in a Edwardian Classical style observed on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The tower of St. Matthew's Anglican Church, constructed in 1890, was photographed on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
St. Matthew's Anglican Church showed its Gothic Revival style in Toronto, Ontario on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
St. Matthew's Church had a variety of impressive stained glass as displayed in Toronto, Ontario on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
Church member Gerald Whyte spoke to the Heritage Toronto walk outside St. Matthew's Church on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
Walk leaders Gerald Whyte and Barbara Myrvold talked about St. Matthew's Church in Riverdale on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
There is a First Avenue in Toronto, Ontario as shown by this street sign in Riverdale on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The First Avenue Baptist Church had been originally designed by the Mallory Brothers in 1887, seen 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The First Avenue Baptist Church had been rebuilt after a fire in 1925 and was observed on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The First Avenue Baptist Church in Toronto had become the Chinese Alliance Church when visited on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
Many of the Riverdale buildings were wood underneath a brick facade, as demonstrated on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The Heritage Torotno Riverdale walk stretched out down First Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The Broadview Avenue Congregational Church, built in 1893, was the Faith Chapel in Toronto on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The Mary Smith House near Broadview was now Nellie's, a women's shelter, when seen on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The Mary Smith House and its terra cotta, built in 1895, had become a YMCA in 1909 and was observed on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The Garon Cleland House, now the Margaret Frazer residence for women, was noted in Toronto, Ontario on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The Garon Cleland House had been built in 1906 in the Queen Anne Revival style, as observed on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
This modern building at 312 Broadview in Toronto, built in 1960, had an interesting twist on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The cornerstone of the building at 312 Broadview in Toronto, Ontario had somewhat surprising wording on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The Bank of Ottawa Building had been built in 1911 by John Lyle and was a Scotiabank on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The 1958 wing of the Don Jail formed the backdrop for the end of the Riverdale Heritage Walk on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
Gerald Whyte spoke at the final stop on the Riverdale Heritage Toronto Walk on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The oldest portion of the Don Jail had been built in 1864 by William Thomas, seen on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
A plaque gave the background of the Don Jail, used as a prison until 1977, as seen on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The Don Jail Governor's House from 1888 was still standing at 558 Gerrard in Toronto, Ontario on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Heritage Walk
The St. John's Presbyterian Church had been constructed in 1907 and contained a museum on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
The Riverdale Library at Gerrard and Broadview had been built by Robert McCallum in 1910 and was seen on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
The entrance to the Riverdale Library, celebrating its re-opening and 100th anniversary, was seen on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
A plaque at the Riverdale Library explained its history on the date of its re-opening, 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
A reading room was a later addition to the Riverdale Library along Gerrard, noted on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
The new shelving inside the Riverdale Library was observed during its re-opening on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
New tables inside the refurbished Riverdale Library were observed in Toronto, Ontario on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
The interior of the Riverdale Library was crowded during the re-opening celebration on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
Anne Bailey, Director of Branch Libraries in Toronto, started the re-opening ceremony at Riverdale on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
A line of dignitaries was prepared for the ceremony at the Riverdale Library in Toronto, Ontario on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
Jane Pyper, the City Librarian in Toronto, spoke at the re-opening of the 1910 Riverdale Library on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
Jane Pyper spoke about the upgrades to the Riverdale Library that had taken place before re-opening on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
Paula Fletcher, the local City Councillor, spoke at the re-opening of the Riverdale Library in Toronto on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
Paula Fletcher and Jane Pyper held up the document re-dedicating the Riverdale Library on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
The Riverdale Library was re-dedicated as announced by Jane Pyper and Paula Fletcher on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
Liza Fernandes of the Toronto Public Library Foundation spoke at the River Library re-opening on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
Chinese food was provided at the re-opening of the Riverdale Library by the local commerce group on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
One of several cakes celebrating the 100th anniversary of the Riverdale Library was observed on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
Another cake was a nod to the significant local Chinese community at the Riverdale Library seen on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Riverdale Library
Self check-out, at stations like this one, was part of the upgrade to the Riverdale Library seen on 2-October-2010.

Toronto - Fort York Right of Way
The right-of-way of the Credit Valley Railway was underneath the Gardiner Expressway in Toronto on 6-October-2010.

Toronto - Fort York Right of Way
A telltale for the Credit Valley Railway to pass underneath Strachan Avenue in Toronto, Ontario stood on 6-October-2010.

Toronto - Queen West Art Crawl
Artists were bringing in their pieces to sell at the Queen West Art Crawl in Toronto, Ontario on 19-September-2010.

Toronto - Queen West Art Crawl
Tents for the Queen West Art Crawl lined the paths in Trinity-Bellwoods Park in Toronto, Ontario on 19-September-2010.

Toronto - Queen West Art Crawl
Looking to the north, there were even more tents and artists during the Queen West Art Crawl on 19-September-2010.

Toronto - Queen West Art Crawl
Looking toward the Trinity gates showed even more artists during the Queen West Art Crawl on 19-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
The Ukrainian Festival at Bloor West Village was still asleep relatively early on the morning of 19-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
This banner opened the Toronto Ukrainian Festival Parade on Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Celebrity chef and Festival Marshall Ken Kostick rode in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Veterans marched in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in the Bloor West Village of Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Baturyn Youth Association Band was a famous fixture of the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Flags preceded the Baturyn Youth Association Band in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Baturyn Youth Association Band performed in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Scouts of Ukrainian descent carried the Ukrainian flag through Bloor West Village in Toronto on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian flag was carried down Bloor Street West in Toronto, Ontario during the parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Former Prime Minister John Turner was accompanied by city councilperson Bill Saundercook on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Ukrainian Consul General Oleksandr Danyleiko rode in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Paula McInerney of the Bloor West Business Improvement Association was in the Ukrainian Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Kontakt TV provided their usual entry to the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Miss Toronto Tourism Alana Kindree waved to the crowds at the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian Credit Union contingent came down Bloor Street West in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
An old, black Plymouth drove in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
A modern, black Mustang carried employees of the Ukrainian Credit Union during the Ukrainian Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian Canadian Congress decorated this jeep for the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian Cooperative Nursery School was celebrating its 45th anniversary in the parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Sonechko Daycare from Etobicoke marched in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Bloor West Village on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Sonechko Daycare provided some music during the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Cuias Kyic Immigrant Services had a large contingent marching in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Peachtree Health Foods, a local business on Bloor Street, participated in the Ukrainian Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Traditional Ukrainian clothing was worn by this group of youths walking in the Ukrainian Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Roncesvalles Polish Festival was honored in its absence by the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
A contingent from St. Joseph's Catholic School marched in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Club Berkut sportsmen decorated up this boat for the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
A second boat from Club Berkut sportsmen headed down Bloor Street West in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Buduchnist Credit Union brought a large contingent to the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
A fox rode in the Buduchnist Credit Union vehicle in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Cheerleaders from the Buduchnist Credit Union performed on Bloor Street in the Ukrainian Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Conservative Party marched in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
This van preceded the Loblaw's group in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
A group of Loblaw's employees marched down Bloor Street West in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian Youth Ensemble marched in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian Youth Ensemble performed in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Bloor West Village on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian Youth Ensemble marched past a well-known Ukrainian-owned restaurant in Toronto on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
New Democratic Party leader Jack Layton was noted in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Recovering from cancer, NDP leader Jack Layton walked in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Former local Member of Parliament Peggy Nash walked with Jack Layton in the Ukrainian Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Jack Layton waved to the crowd during the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Looking healthy, Federal NDP leader Jack Layton walked in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
A mascot hugged a child during the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
A loudly-decorated truck drove down Bloor Street West in Toronto during the Ukrainian Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Parkdale-High Park Member of Parliament Gerard Kennedy was dressed for the Ukrainian Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Liberal Member of Parliament Gerard Kennedy waved to the crowd in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Mayoral candidate Rocco Rossi had a large presence in the Ukrainian Festival Parade as seen on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian National Federation of Canada marched in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian Soccer Club Karpaty participated in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Shotokan Karate provided an international flavor to the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The International Organization of Ukrainian Communities marched in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
WikiDomo contributed its odd "Evolution is Good" dinosaur balloon to the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Plast Youth Association marched in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
A mascot in partial Ukrainian attire walked in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Children from the Desna Ukranian Dance Company waved to the crowds at the Ukrainian Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
A large flag preceded the Medstar entry in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Medstar and its appropriate color scheme was an annual entrant in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Slava Vodka drove a large ad down Bloor Street West during the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The only left-wing mayor candidate, Joe Pantalone, walked behind an appropriate car on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Parkdale city councillor Gord Perks passed out Joe Pantalone's campaign literature at the parade on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The clean up crew marked the end of the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
The Baturyn Band was gathered in front of the stage at the Ukrainian Festival in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
Politicians literally filled the stage at the Ukrainian Festival in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
The audience rose for the Canadian and Ukrainian national anthems at the Ukrainian Festival on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
Master of ceremonies Yuri Povich introduced Festival Marshall Ken Kostick at the Ukrainian Festival on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
Celebrity chef Ken Kostick cut the ribbon to open the Ukrainian Festival in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
Federal New Democratic Party leader Jack Layton spoke to the crowd at the Ukrainian Festival on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
Local Member of Provincial Parliament Cheri DiNovo spoke to the crowd at the Ukranian Festival on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
The Barvinok Ukrainian Dance School performed to open the cultural portion of the Ukrainian Festival on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
Crowds plugged Bloor Street to watch the performances at the Ukrainian Festival on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
Vendor stands spilled over into side streets during the Ukrainian Festival in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
The St. Valadmir Institute was one of many Ukrainian institutions with booths at the festival on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
Appropriately-colored doughnuts were given out during the Ukrainian Festival in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
Bloor Street West was crowded with booths and visitors during the Ukrainian Festival in Toronto on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
A busker provided a recently-shaped balloon during the Ukrainian Festival in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
Many of the children's rides at the Ukrainian Festival were visible in this view of Bloor Street on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
The "Poutine Machine" provided some Canadian cuisine during the Ukrainian Festival on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
An enormous alligator was one of the children's activities at the Ukrainian Festival on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
More of the rides were busy during the Ukrainian Festival in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
Appropriately-colored balloons were available during the Ukrainian Festival in Toronto, Ontario on 18-September-2010.

Toronto - First Sign of Fall
The first tree that looked unquestionably like fall was noted along Dundas Street West in Toronto on 22-September-2010.

Toronto - Bloor West Morning
The view outside my apartment window in Toronto, Ontario featured fall colors on 15-October-2010.

Toronto - High Park Autumn
Leaves were reflected in the Duck Pond at High Park in Toronto, Ontario early on the morning of 9-October-2010.

Toronto - High Park Autumn
The slowly-changing leaves of autumn were reflected in the Duck Pond of Toronto's High Park on 9-October-2010.

Toronto - Lambton Park Autumn
The sign for Lambton Park still showed "City of York" long after amalgamation into Toronto on 17-October-2010.

Toronto - Lambton Park Autumn
Purple-Stemmed Asters were noted in front of fall foliage above the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 10-October-2010.

Toronto - Lambton Park Autumn
Black beetles were noted mating on newly-fallen leaves in Toronto's Lambton Park on 17-October-2010.

Toronto - Trinity-Bellwoods Autumn
The paths in Trinity-Bellwoods Park were lined by fallen leaves in Toronto, Ontario on 28-October-2010.

Toronto - Trinity-Bellwoods Autumn
The wolf in Trinity-Bellwoods Park had been repainted dark green in the autumn landscape on 11-October-2010.

Toronto - Trinity-Bellwoods Autumn
A sugar maple tree showed off exquisite fall color in Trinity-Bellwoods Park in Toronto, Ontario on 11-October-2010.

Toronto - High Park
This flower bed was noted with season-appropriate colors in Toronto's High Park on 3-October-2010.

Toronto - High Park
Birds gathered on the park benches outside the gardens in Toronto's High Park on 3-October-2010.

Toronto - High Park
The birds took off from the pedestrian bench outside the gardens of High Park in Toronto, Ontario on 3-October-2010.

Toronto - Harvest Festival
A horse cart made its way from the Grenadier Cafe to Colbourne Lodge during the Harvest Festival on 3-October-2010.

Toronto - Harvest Festival
A bicycle came up behind the the horse cart during the High Park Harvest Festival in Toronto on 3-October-2010.

Toronto - Harvest Festival
The Children's Gardens outside Colbourne Lodge were busy during the High Park Harvest Festival on 3-October-2010.

Toronto - Harvest Festival
The Children's Gardens retained their plants as observed during the High Park Harvest Festival on 3-October-2010.

Toronto - Harvest Festival
A performance for children was ongoing at the Children's Gardens in High Park as seen on 3-October-2010.

Toronto - Harvest Festival
Apple Bobbing was one activity for children ongoing at the High Park Harvest Festival in Toronto on 3-October-2010.

Toronto - Harvest Festival
Apple peeling was the first step in the making of apple cider during the High Park Harvest Festival on 3-October-2010.

Toronto - Harvest Festival
After being peeled, the apples were crushed at the High Park Harvest Festival in Toronto, Ontario on 3-October-2010.

Toronto - Harvest Festival
Hot apple cider was prepared in a significant cauldron during the High Park Harvest Festival on 3-October-2010.

Toronto - Harvest Festival
Dancers from the Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation performed at the Harvest Festival on 3-October-2010.

Toronto - Harvest Festival
Drumming was a part of the performance of the Mississaugas of the New Credit at the Harvest Festival on 3-October-2010.

Toronto - Harvest Festival
The dancing by the Mississaugas of the New Credit First Nation continued at the Harvest Festival on 3-October-2010.

Toronto - Harvest Festival
Small pumpkins were available for craft work at the High Park Harvest Festival in Toronto on 3-October-2010.

Toronto - Harvest Festival
Kids carved their pumpkins during the High Park Harvest Festival in Toronto on 3-October-2010.

Toronto - High Park
One of the infamous warning signs about coyotes was noted in High Park in Toronto, Ontario on 3-October-2010.

Toronto - High Park Zoo Morning
A llama family lazed its way through breakfast early on the morning of 9-October-2010 at Toronto's High Park Zoo.

Toronto - Red-Tailed Hawk
A red-tailed hawk soured above the Don River in Toronto, Ontario north of Eglinton Avenue on 27-October-2010.

Toronto - Red-Tailed Hawk
A red-tailed hawk showed off its underbelly as it flew above the Don River in Toronto, Ontario on 27-October-2010.

Toronto - Holy Family Church
The Holy Family Roman Catholic Church, constructed in 1902, was observed on the morning of 9-October-2010.

Toronto - TTC Bus #1581
TTC Orion VII hybrid bus #1581 was working a #79 Scarlett Road detour down Bloor Street at Clendenan on 29-October-2010.

Toronto - TTC Bus #2330
In a rare sight, TTC "New Look" bus #2330 was found doing training on Dundas Street in Toronto on 28-October-2010.

Toronto - TTC Bus #2439
Nearly thirty years old, TTC General Motors "New Look" bus #2439 crossed Jane Street on Lawrence on 7-October-2010.

Toronto - Random Street
The sign for Random Street at its east end on Kipling Avenue in the Etobicoke area of Toronto was noted on 7-October-2010.

Toronto - Kipling Station
The progress on the new pedestrian walkway at the Kipling subway station was noted on 7-October-2010.

Toronto - Village of Islington
This mural along Dundas Street West greeted visitors to the Islington neighbourhood and its murals on 7-October-2010.

Toronto - Village of Islington
The village of Islington was advertised by this banner on Dundas Street West in Toronto, Ontario on 7-October-2010.

Toronto - Rosedale Sign
This sign described the enhancements to take place at the Rosedale Playground in Toronto, Ontario on 15-October-2010.

Toronto - Pavement Cutter
A worker started the process of cutting the pavement on Maclennan Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 15-October-2010.

Toronto - Pavement Cutter
The pavement cutter started working into the asphalt surface of Maclennan Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 15-October-2010.

Toronto - Pavement Cutter
The cutting device was deep in the pavement of Maclennan Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 15-October-2010.

Toronto - Barber
My barber Vincenzo (Vince) posed at his place of business on Jane Street in Toronto, Ontario on 16-September-2010.

Toronto - Gerard Kennedy
Gerard Kennedy held a community meeting at St. Pius X Catholic School in Toronto, Ontario on 16-September-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Historical Society
The annual elections at the Swansea Historical Society took place in Swansea Town Hall on 6-October-2010.

Toronto - White Coat, Black Art Town Hall
Dr. Brian Goldman, host of the White Coat, Black Art medical radio show, spoke at a town hall on 12-October-2010.

Toronto - White Coat, Black Art Town Hall
Dr. Brian Goldman read from a script during the "To Err is Medicine" Town Hall in Toronto on 12-October-2010.

Toronto - White Coat, Black Art Town Hall
Lianne Jeffs, Dr. Barry McLellan, Pam Marshall, and Dr. Kaveh Shojania served as the panel on 12-October-2010.

Toronto - Quirks and Quarks 35th Anniversary
CBC English head Denise Donlon introduced the Quirks and Quarks 35th anniversary show in Toronto on 2-November-2010.

Toronto - Quirks and Quarks 35th Anniversary
Ten panelists joined host Bob McDonald for 35th anniversary Quirks and Quarks in Glenn Gould Studio on 2-November-2010.

Toronto - Quirks and Quarks 35th Anniversary
Bob McDonald gave his introduction to the 35th anniversary show on CBC Radio One's Quirks and Quarks on 2-November-2010.

Toronto - Quirks and Quarks 35th Anniversary
Barth Netterfied, Jody Calhan, Danny Harvey, Aimy Bazylak, Ray Jayawardnana and Marla Sokolowski spoke on 2-November-2010.

Toronto - Quirks and Quarks 35th Anniversary
Lee Smolin, Madhar Anand, Shawn Lehman, and Mark Alderman formed the remainder of the panel on 2-November-2010.

Toronto - Quirks and Quarks 35th Anniversary
Barth Netterfield spoke about cosmology as Jody Culham listened during the Quirks and Quarks taping on 2-November-2010.

Toronto - Quirks and Quarks 35th Anniversary
Geneticist Marla Sokolowski spoke to host Bob McDonald during the taping of Quirks and Quarks on 2-November-2010.

Toronto - Quirks and Quarks 35th Anniversary
Bob McDonald spoke to physicist Lee Smolin during the Quirks and Quarks 35th anniversary show on 2-November-2010.

Toronto - Quirks and Quarks 35th Anniversary
Shawn Lehman watched Mark Alderman talk about the impact of technology during Quirks and Quarks on 2-November-2010.

Toronto - Quirks and Quarks 35th Anniversary
The giveaway for the audience was a "Corporate Ladder" puzzle at the Quirks and Quarks anniversary on 2-November-2010.

Swansea - Paul Federico Talk
Paul Federico spoke to the Swansea Historical Society about "Toronto: The Warrior City" on 3-November-2010.

Swansea - Paul Federico Talk
Paul Federico held up a portrait of Marquis de Montcalm during his presentation at Swansea Town Hall on 3-November-2010.

Swansea - Paul Federico Talk
Paul Federico showed off some sock material once used by British troops during his talk on 3-November-2010.

Swansea - Paul Federico Talk
Some of the artifacts brought by Paul Federico to the Swansea Historical Society were on display on 3-September-2010.

Swansea - Paul Federico Talk
Some of Paul Federico's old British uniforms, including silver leaf on the shoulders, were noted on 3-November-2010.

Toronto - Stewart Boden Talk
Stewart Boden received recognition from the West Toronto Junction Historical Society after a talk on 4-November-2010.

Toronto - Parkdale Heritage Talk
A room at the Bloor-Gladstone Library in Toronto, Ontario was standing-room-only for a Heritage talk on 8-November-2010.

Toronto - Parkdale Heritage Talk
Derek Boles introduced a Heritage Toronto talk on "Parkdale: The Flowery Suburb" in Toronto, Ontario on 8-November-2010.

Toronto - Parkdale Heritage Talk
Marta O'Brien began the talk on the architectural heritage of the Parkdale neighborhood on 8-November-2010.

Toronto - Parkdale Heritage Talk
The projector gave a yellow tint to the illustrated presentation on Parkdale's architecture on 8-November-2010.

Toronto - Parkdale Heritage Talk
Derek Boles thanked Marta O'Brien for her talk on the architectural heritage of Parkdale on 8-November-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Christmas Party
Norm McLeod was again amongst the healthy to lead the Swansea Historical Society Christmas party on 1-December-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Christmas Party
The members of the Swansea Historical Society were munching holiday treats before the meeting on 1-December-2010.

Toronto - Swansea Christmas Party
Ben Fogel prepared his presentation on a walk through Swansea at the historical society meeting on 1-December-2010.

Toronto - First Snow
The first snow showers of the season were noted when leaving out the front door on the morning of 31-October-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Workers
The Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial in Toronto, Ontario was observed on Thanksgiving Day, 11-October-2010.

Toronto - Chinese Workers
Wreaths left over from Canada Day were still noted at the Chinese Railway Workers' Memorial on 11-October-2010.

Toronto - Crate Ad
This unusual crate advertisement was noted on top of a bus stop at Front and Bay in Toronto, Ontario on 13-November-2010.

Hamilton - Bayview
The skyline of Hamilton, Ontario came into view as a GO train passed Bayview on 28-September-2010.

Hamilton - Public Art
An interesting piece of public art was found at the MacNab Street South pedestrian underpass on 28-September-2010.

Hamilton - GO Centre
The 1933 Art Deco Hamilton GO Centre, once the Hunter Street Station, was observed on 28-September-2010.

Hamilton - GO Centre
This nice insignia was found on the entrance doors to the GO Centre in Hamilton, Ontario on 28-September-2010.

Hamilton - GO Centre
The interior of the GO Centre featured art deco styling including at the ticket counters on 28-September-2010.

Hamilton - GO Centre
The southern portion of the concourse was a half-circle underneath the tracks shown on 28-September-2010.

Hamilton - GO Centre
The art deco decor was observed from the second floor of the GO Centre in Hamilton, Ontario on 28-September-2010.

Hamilton - GO Centre
The main concourse in the old Toronto, Hamilton and Buffalo Hunter Street Station was seen on 28-September-2010.

Hamilton - GO Centre
On the second floor, the Toronto, Hamilton and Buffalo Historical Society had extensive displays on 28-September-2010.

Hamilton - GO Centre
The old dispatching desk for the Toronto, Hamilton, and Buffalo was found in the upstairs display on 28-September-2010.

Hamilton - GO Centre
The dispatchers desk had been last used on 8-December-1990 and was observed in Hamilton, Ontario on 28-September-2010.

Hamilton - GO Centre
Signs of this style directed passengers to the GO trains in Hamilton, Ontario as seen on 28-September-2010.

Toronto - First Snow
The first significant snow of the season in Toronto, Ontario was noted on Nelles Avenue on 7-December-2010.

Toronto - Winter Chickadee
A black-capped chickadee braved the winter elements at Lambton Park in Toronto, Ontario on 19-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
This title screen warned the audience of upcoming Air Face comedy at the CBC studios in Toronto on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
Air Farce founding actor Don Ferguson spoke to the audience in Toronto, Ontario before the taping on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
David Matheson and Maury Lafoy, the Ground Crew, entertained the audience between skits on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
Alan Park played Barack Obama in an Air Farce Old Spice Parody during the New Year's show on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
Luba Goy as Hillary Clinton joined Alan Park as Barack Obama onstage during the Air Farce taping on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
The stage crew prepared for a fake mattress commercial during the Air Face New Year's taping on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
Alan Park played the part of Offer "Vince" Shlomi in a fake mattress commercial on the Air Farce on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
Air Farce director Pat McDonald stood with Alan Park between takes of the fake mattress commercial on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
A bowling ball helped make a point about bed bugs during a fake commercial at the Air Farce taping on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
One of the bed bugs from the mattress skit remained on the floor at the Air Farce taping in Toronto on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
The applause sign lit up at the conclusion of a skit during the Air Farce New Year's taping on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
A wide view of the set was taken between skit tapings during the Air Farce New Year's show on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
Director Pat McDonald and Roger Abbott shared a light moment between skits at the Air Farce taping on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
The Ground Crew reacted to the cold studio environment by adding clothing for their second set on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
The Ground Crew performed its normal complement of songs between skits during the Air Farce taping on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
A cameraman looked especially enthused during a break in activity at the Air Farce taping on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
A wide view of the British palace set was taken during the taping of the Air Farce New Year's show on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
"AD Pat" McDonald presented more of his dry humor to the audience between Air Farce skits in Toronto on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
Roger Abbott performed during the Breaking News skit during the Air Farce New Year's show on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
Luba Goy and Roger Abbott talked to the audience during the Air Farce New Year's show on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
Luba Goy posed for the camera between skits during the Air Farce New Year's show on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
David Matheson performed for the audience as the "F Bomb" set was moved into position on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
The "F Bomb" set took up nearly the entire stage in the CBC studios in Toronto on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
A stage hand climbed the "F Bomb" set to ensure that the projectiles would be dropped properly on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
The "F Bomb" skit on the Air Farce started with the opening of the first target on stage on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
The first splattering of a target occurred during the "F Bomb" finale of the Air Farce New Year's on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
Penelope Corrin performed a dance like Celine Dion, one of the targets for the "F Bomb" finale skit on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
Penelope Corrin performed on top of the Celine Dion target during the Air Farce "F Bomb" skit on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
All of the "F-Bomb" targets were open during the filming of the Air Farce finale in Toronto on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
The final "F Bomb" fell toward its target during the Air Farce New Year's taping in Toronto on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
Roger Abbott, Craig Lauzon, Luba Goy, Don Ferguson, and Alan Park celebrated the end of the show on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
Craig Lauzon, Luba Goy, Don Ferguson, Alan Park, and Penelope Corrin faced the crowd after the show on 16-December-2010.

Toronto - Air Farce New Year
Don Ferguson, Alan Park, and Penelope Corrin thanked the audience after the Air Farce taping on 16-December-2010.
Toronto Railway Historical Association Scenes, Fall 2010

TRHA - Jackman Lockers
The locker area of the Jackman had been cleared of the nine lockers previously located there on 6-November-2010.

TRHA - Jackman Lockers
Another view of the blank space created by the removal of the lockers from the Jackman was observed on 6-November-2010.

TRHA - Jackman Lockers
A number of interesting items were found behind the Jackman lockers as revealed on 6-November-2010.

TRHA - Jackman Lockers
A zipper mechanism and ear plug were among the things found behind the locker area in the Jackman on 6-November-2010.

TRHA - Module Construction
The lockers from the Jackman were lined up in the John Street Roundhouse museum stalls on 6-November-2010.

TRHA - Module Construction
James Rasor posed with lockers positioned on a movable module under construction on 6-November-2010.

TRHA - Module Construction
Wilson Lau demonstrates the depth of the lockers on the modules after the second unit was complete on 13-November-2010.

TRHA - Module Construction
Wilson Lau succeeded in getting fully inside the lockers on the completed modules on 13-November-2010.

TRHA - Module Construction
Dave Wetherald worked on closing the locker module on Wilson Lau who was inside on 13-November-2010.

TRHA - Module Construction
Stephen Gardiner and Dan Garcia raised a power cord above the forklift moving the lockers on 13-November-2010.

TRHA - Module Construction
Stephen Gardiner and James Rasor posed with the completed locker modules in the roundhouse on 13-November-2010.

TRHA - Module Construction
Wilson Lau drilled holes for the tool module in the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Module Construction
Jim Gardiner and Dave Wetherald were both using saws for module work on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Module Construction
James Rasor enjoyed putting tools in the tool module for the first time on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Module Construction
The partially-completed first aid module had taken a place near the rear door of the Roundhouse on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - 6213 Headlight
Bob Dickson posed with the headlight from locomotive 6213 in the John Street Roundhouse on 6-November-2010.

TRHA - 6213 Headlight
A closer look was taken at the headlight from the 6213 locomotive after its removal on 6-November-2010.

TRHA - Hook Painting
A hook showed its orange and blue paint scheme before it was re-painted in the museum stalls on 6-November-2010.

TRHA - Hook Painting
Michael and Josh repainted the hook yellow in the John Street Roundhouse on 6-November-2010.

TRHA - Module Construction
Stephen Gardiner worked on the base of a tool module in the John Street Roundhouse on 13-November-2010.

TRHA - Module Construction
James Gardiner and Dave Wetherald worked on carpentry for the tool module on 13-November-2010.

TRHA - Jackman
Dan Garcia worked on removing the material from the roof of the Jackman car on 13-November-2010.

TRHA - Jackman
Dan Garcia was working on the roof of the Jackman in the John Street Roundhouse on 13-November-2010.

TRHA - Jackman
James Rasor worked on the testing of the new membrane material for the roof of the Jackman on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Jackman
Scaffolding was noted prepared to work on the Jackman car in the John Street Roundhouse on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Jackman
Another view of the scaffolding set up outside the Jackman was taken on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Jackman
The old cloth covering had been taken off the roof of the Jackman as observed on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Jackman
A closer look at the preparation of the roof of the Jackman was taken on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Jackman
Some of the rotted redwood in the roof of the Jackman was pictured on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Jackman
The "icebox" on top of the Jackman sleeper was prepared for painting in the roundhouse on 11-December-2010.

TRHA - Jackman
A look inside the vent exiting the "icebox" on the Jackman sleeper was obtained before it was closed on 11-December-2010.

TRHA - Jackman
The "icebox" had been painted black as part of restoration work on the Jackman on 11-December-2010.

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TRHA - Simulator
Dave Flinn took a moment to enjoy the locomotive simulator at the John Street Roundhouse on 13-November-2010.

TRHA - Congestion
The Whitcomb locomotive joined the Jackman passenger car in stall 15 of the John Street Roundhouse on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Congestion
The Pyke crane had been moved inside the John Street Roundhouse when viewed on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Congestion
The boom of the Pyke crane was right against the Toronto Hamilton and Buffalo caboose on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Congestion
Another look at the lack of space between the Pyke crane boom and the caboose was taken on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Congestion
Stall 16 of the John Street Roundhouse was jammed with equipment when viewed on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Congestion
The process of removing steps from the rear of the F-unit was taking place in the roundhouse on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Congestion
The first set of stairs had been removed from the rear of the F7 cab in the John Street Roundhouse on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Congestion
The stairs were moved using the forklift inside the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Congestion
The rear of the F7 was seen without steps for the first time in more than half a year on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Congestion
The forklift was used to move the F7 toward the rear of the John Street Roundhouse on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Simulators
The two locomotive simulator cabs were viewed from above during a work session on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - F7 Cab
A forest of paint cans held down recently-laid tile in the F7 cab as observed on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
The stalls in the John Street Roundhouse was still full of rolling stock undergoing restoration on 11-December-2010.

TRHA - Caboose
Dave Wetherald peered from the cupola of the Toronto Hamilton & Buffalo caboose as work resumed on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Caboose
A view of the left front portion of the caboose cupola was documented in the John Street Roundhouse on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Caboose
A closer look at the left front portion of the caboose cupola was taken on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Caboose
The left rear portion of the caboose cupola was documented for posterity on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Caboose
The right side of the caboose cupola was observed prior to restoration work on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Caboose
The right front seat area in the caboose cupola was observed on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Caboose
The right rear seat area in the caboose cupola was photographed on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Caboose
The right rear seat in the caboose was observed more closely on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Caboose
The very rear of the roof walkway on the caboose was observed on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Caboose
The walkway leading to the rear steps on the caboose was observed on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Caboose
The right rear of the top of the cupola on the caboose was observed on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Caboose
The right front of the caboose cupola was observed prior to commencing roof work on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Caboose
A close-up of the cloth arrangement was taken as the cloth was removed from the top of cupola on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Caboose
A look forward from the cupola roof of the caboose was taken on 4-December-2010.

TRHA - Caboose
James Rasor took measurements on the Toronto Hamilton & Buffalo caboose on 11-December-2010.

TRHA - Meeting
An impromptu meeting of the volunteers took place during the work session on 11-December-2010.

TRHA - Steam Whistle Truck
A Steam Whistle Truck had an interesting addition behind its cab as noted on 6-November-2010.

TRHA - Steam Whistle Truck
A genuine steam whistle, hooked up to the air line, was found on this Steam Whistle Brewing truck on 6-November-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway Track Work
The revised switch arrangement at the station end of the wye was observed after completion on 13-November-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway Track Work
Another view of the much more visually attractive switches at the station end of the wye on 13-November-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway Track Work
The bricks in the center of the track at the full-size track 38 crossing were replaced by wood by 13-November-2010.

TRHA - Miniature Railway Track Work
The bricks in the center of the walkway had been similarly replaced at the miniature railway crossing on 13-November-2010.

TRHA - Interpretive Plaques
The interpretative plaques had been installed in Roundhouse Park, starting with this introduction on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Interpretive Plaques
The first of the historical interpretive plaques focused on the railway lands as a whole, seen 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Interpretive Plaques
The second interpretative plaque showed the coach yard formerly located at this location, seen 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Interpretive Plaques
Union Station was in the distant background behind the third interpretative plaque on its history on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Interpretive Plaques
The coaling tower was immediately behind the fourth interpretative plaque on its history on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Interpretive Plaques
The John Street Roundhouse itself was the subject of this fifth interpretative plaque seen on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Interpretive Plaques
The turntable at the John Street Roundhouse was explained on the sixth interpretative plaque on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Interpretive Plaques
The workers from the John Street Roundhouse were featured on the seventh interpretative plaque seen on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Interpretive Plaques
The watchman's shanty sat just feet behind the eighth interpretative plaque in Roundhouse Park on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Interpretive Plaques
The ninth interpretative plaque was just across from Cabin D with its history, observed on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Interpretive Plaques
The tenth interpretative plaque featured Don Station, just behind it in Roundhouse Park, on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Interpretive Plaques
The eleventh and last interpretative plaque explained the water tower in Roundhouse Park, seen on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Night at Roundhouse Park
Former Canadian National GP7 #4803 was sitting on the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Night at Roundhouse Park
The headlight of steam locomotive #6213 was lit as it sat underneath the coaling tower on 27-November-2010.

TRHA - Holiday Party
Many of the attendees were in line for food at the TRHA Holiday Party at Steam Whistle Brewing on 12-December-2010.

TRHA - Holiday Party
Most attendees were seated for a speech by TRHA President Orin Krivel at the Holiday Party on 12-December-2010.

TRHA - Holiday Party
Derek Boles, Orin Krivel, and Michael Guy prepared to hand out certificates to volunteers on 12-December-2010.

TRHA - Holiday Party
Arno Martens received his certificate from Derek Boles at the TRHA Holiday Party on 12-December-2010.

TRHA - Holiday Party
Ori Siegel received his certificate from Michael Guy at the TRHA Holiday Party on 12-December-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park Winter Night
The railway village in Roundhouse Park was covered in a small coat of snow on the night of 16-December-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park Winter Night
The crossing shanty and Don Station were surrounded by snow on 16-December-2010 in Toronto, Ontario.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park Winter Night
The miniature railway tracks were just peeking through the snow at the railway village on 16-December-2010.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park Winter Night
Roundhouse Park was a quiet winter wonderland when viewed on the evening of 16-December-2010.

TRHA - New Year
Wilson Lau, Dan Garcia, and Michael Guy rode GO train #934 to Oshawa on New Year's Eve, 31-December-2010.

TRHA - New Year
Arno Martens, Wilson Lau, Dan Garcia, and Michael Guy celebrated New Year's Eve on GO train #934 on 31-December-2010.

TRHA - New Year
Wilson Lau, Dan Garcia, Michael Guy, and Arno Martens posed with GO Transit MP40PH-3C #638 in Oshawa on 31-December-2010.

TRHA - New Year
Wilson Lau, Lance Gleich, Michael Guy, and Arno Martens were gathered in Oshawa, Ontario on 31-December-2010.
Holiday Scenes, 2010

Holiday - Commercial Decorating
Workers raised a holiday wreath into position at TD headquarters in Toronto, Ontario on 13-November-2010.

Holiday - Alex Ling Fountain
The Alex Ling Fountain in Bloor West Village was already decorated for the holiday--and lit up--on 17-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The start of the Santa Claus Parade appeared on Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A cart full of candy for use by the clowns throwing it to children passed on the parade route on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The first set of clowns appeared in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade at Bloor and Avenue Road on 21-November-2010.

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Canada Post followed closely behind the clowns to collect letters to Santa Claus in the parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A walking postal box accepted letters for Santa Claus from children along the route of the parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A postal carrier collected letters for Santa Claus from children along the parade route on 21-November-2010.

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One of the Canada Post carriers looked like Rudolph as she walked in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A Canada Post van drove in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

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Clowns had a particular style of throwing candy into the crowd as observed at the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
Candy thrown by a clown was shown against the "Crystal" of the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Top Hat Marching Orchestra from Burlington, Ontario marched in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The leader of the Top Hat Marching Orchestra began his march down Queen's Park Crescent on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
WestJet doesn't just have 737--they have this aircraft seen in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 21-November-2010.

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The WestJet balloon headed north toward Avenue Road in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
This "WestJet" aircraft flew below the "Crystal" at the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
These clowns were actually the sound crew for the local CP24 television coverage of the parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
Mayor-elect Rob Ford in his letterman's jacket took a break for a drink of water during the parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
Mayor-elect Rob Ford actually looked larger than the elephant mascot walking next to him in Toronto on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
Mayor elect Rob Ford had created more than a half-hour gap in front of him in Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
Mayor-elect Rob Ford made a point of shaking hands with every police officer along the parade route on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Toronto Police equestrian unit rode in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A TTC police car joined the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Toronto Police Pipe and Drum Band marched down Bloor Street in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The color guard of the Toronto Police Services marched in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The famous "Blinky" police car no longer ran, talked, or even blinked in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
More flags made their way down Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A pack of wolves marched in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade turning off Bloor Street on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The first float in the Santa Claus Parade was a goose sponsored by CHFI Radio at 98.1 FM on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A group of cows made their way down Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Queens College Highland Dancers and Band marched down Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Queens College Highland Band performed as they turned off Bloor Street in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Queens College Cheerleaders performed their way along the route of the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The upside-down clowns were always a feature of the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario, as on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
Allan Chocolates sponsored this float making its way off Bloor Street in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Allan Chocolates float turned off Bloor Street as it participated in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A clown drove this tractor the length of the Santa Claus Parade route in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
Les Titans de Quebec marched down Bloor Street during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The flags were in motion as Les Titans de Quebec performed in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
Grapes were amongst the fruits marching along the route of the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A group of skunks played dead in the street during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A Yogi Bear float, for the movie debuting in December, made its way down the parade route on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Yogi Bear float passed the "Crystal" of the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
One of many groups of royalty marched in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade seen on Bloor Street on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
Lego sponsored this float made up of over-sized pieces of its toys in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Seaforth and District All-Girl Band marched in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A group of bees marched in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade as seen at Bloor and Avenue Road on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A group of potted plants made for an unusual scene marching in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Tim Horton's-sponsored float turned off Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario during the parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Collingwood Community Marching Band made its way down Bloor Street in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Collingwood Community Marching Band paused in front of the "Crystal" at the Royal Ontario Museum on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A television production truck from CP24 turned off Bloor Street during the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A group of orange cats was noted walking in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A group of pink princesses marched in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Barbie Fashion Fairytale float was an entry in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A group of yellow clowns was noted marching in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A float sponsored by the movie "Tangled" rolled in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade as noted on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A group of royalty dressed in gold marched in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Sony Playstation Little Big Planet 2 float had some striking figures in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A group of cowboys made their way onto Queen's Park Crescent during the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The band from the HMCS York marched down Bloor Street in Toronto during the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A group of chefs made their way down the route of the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Sobey's grocery store float headed for the crowd in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Sobey's grocery store float turned off Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A bunch of clowns who clearly were also bakers (or thieves) marched in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The De La Salle College Oaklands Band marched down Bloor Street in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Babar "Play Time" float turned off Bloor Street in Toronto during the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Hasbro Games float was entered in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A mixed group of clowns was noted at Bloor and Avenue Road during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Ridley College marching band was led by this color guard in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Ridley College Band turned off Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario during the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Yorkdale Mall contributed this float to the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario seen on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
These squirrels had yet to bury their peanuts, instead carrying them in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The St. Michael's College Drumline marched in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Lowe's-sponsored float made its way down Bloor Street during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The bird-dominated Lowe's float turned off Bloor Street in Toronto during the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The St. Joseph Scollard Hall Band form North Bay, Ontario marched in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
Some geese were carried along the route of the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Metro grocery store float turned off Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A group of orange monkeys were found in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Duracell battery-sponsored float turned off Bloor Street during the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Philippine Heritage Band, celebrating its 30th anniversary, marched in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Philippine Heritage Band turned off Bloor Street in Toronto during the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

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This float was sponsored by Redpath Sugar during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A group of bakers followed the Redpath sugar float in the parade with their concoctions as noted on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Malvern Band from Toronto, Ontario marched in their hometown Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Canadian Tire showed its winter sports-themes in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A group of Pfizer-sponsored miniature cars were driven in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The University at Buffalo band marched down Bloor Street in Toronto in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The drill squad from the University at Buffalo performed with flags in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The band from the University at Buffalo turned off Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
Even some of the penguins had wheelchairs in equal-opportunity Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
Smart Centre sponsored this penguin float passing the "Crystal" at the Royal Ontario Museum on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Senhor Santo Cristo Band of Toronto, a Portuguese group, marched in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The ever-popular Coca-Cola float and its polar bear turned off Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The University of Western Ontario Mustangs band marched in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Swarovski-sponsored swan float turned off Bloor Street during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Swarovski-sponsored float passed the "Crystal" at the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The RCSSC Quinte Sea Cadets from Belleville, Ontario marched in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The chef from Pizza Pizza rode a cart down the Santa Claus Parade route in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Pizza Pizza float passed the "Crystal" in Toronto, Ontario during the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Num Nums Catfood float turned off Bloor Street during the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
Grimace from McDonald's rode a cart in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
Ronald McDonald performed on the McDonald's float in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The North Toronto Collegiate Institute Marching Band made its way down Bloor Street in the parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A large group of Jacks and Jills carried their pails of water in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 21-November-2010.

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The Winners-sponsored float turned off Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario in the parade on 21-November-2010.

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The E.L. Crossley Secondary School band marched in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 21-November-2010.

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A group of gingerbread men were walking in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Kraft Foods float turned off Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario during the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
Mr. Christie's soft-baked cookies had these creatures walking in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Eaton Centre float made its way down the Santa Claus Parade route in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Eaton Centre float produced fake snow such as this batch seen going through the sky on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The University of Toronto engineering band made its way past the "Crystal" in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Joe-sponsored float turned off Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Baturyn Ukrainian Youth Association Band marched in Toronto, Ontario's Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Sears-sponsored float had a snow blower on the front which was not needed during the parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Kelley's Heroes band from Caledonia, New York marched in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The VIA Rail Canada float drove down Bloor Street during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Salvation Army band marched in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The percussion unit of the Salvation Army band made the turn off Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Toys "R" Us float made its way down Bloor Street during Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
The Attica, New York Senior High School Marching Band participated in the Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
A group of walking Christmas trees marched in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
Santa Claus came into sight on Bloor Street during the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
Santa Claus began his turn off Bloor Street during the parade in his honor in Toronto, Ontario on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Santa Claus Parade
Santa Claus disappeared down Queen's Park Crescent to end the Toronto Santa Claus Parade on 21-November-2010.

Holiday - Cavalcade of Lights
A large crowd filled Toronto, Ontario's Nathan Philips Square for the Cavalcade of Lights on 27-November-2010.

Holiday - Cavalcade of Lights
The crowd extended even to the upper walkways at Nathan Philips Square for the Cavalcade of Lights on 27-November-2010.

Holiday - Cavalcade of Lights
The official city Christmas tree in Toronto, Ontario had just been lighted second before this 27-November-2010 scene.

Holiday - Cavalcade of Lights
The skating rink lights were lit at the same time as the Christmas Tree in Toronto, Ontario on 27-November-2010.

Holiday - Cavalcade of Lights
The acrobatic group Haut-Vol performed during the Cavalcade of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 27-November-2010.

Holiday - Cavalcade of Lights
A member of the Haut-Vol acrobatic team appeared to fall off the stage in Toronto, Ontario on 27-November-2010.

Holiday - Cavalcade of Lights
The acrobatic group Haut-Vol from Levis, Quebec performed in Toronto's Cavalcade of Lights on 27-November-2010.

Holiday - Cavalcade of Lights
The Haut-Vol acrobatic team from Quebec performed in Toronto, Ontario's Cavalcade of Lights on 27-November-2010.

Holiday - Cavalcade of Lights
A wintry scene was projected onto Toronto City Hall during the Cavalcade of Lights on 27-November-2010.

Holiday - Cavalcade of Lights
Sarah Slean was one of the musical acts that performed during the Cavalcade of Lights in Toronto on 27-November-2010.

Holiday - Cavalcade of Lights
Shawn Desman performed during the Cavalcade of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 27-November-2010.

Holiday - Cavalcade of Lights
Divine Brown was the headline act for the musical portion of the Cavalcade of Lights in Toronto on 27-November-2010.

Holiday - Cavalcade of Lights
Rockets opened the fireworks portion of the Cavalcade of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 27-November-2010.

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The holiday colors of red and green were prominent in the Cavalcade of Lights fireworks display on 27-November-2010.

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Fireworks launched from the roof of Toronto's City Hall were part of the Cavalcade of Lights on 27-November-2010.

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A red fountain on light erupted around the Toronto City Council chambers in the Cavalcade of Lights on 27-November-2010.

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Green fireworks filled up the center of Toronto's City Hall during the Cavalcade of Lights on 27-November-2010.

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Green and white fireworks lit up Toronto's City Hall during the Cavalcade of Light on 27-November-2010.

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Red and green fireworks created a holiday mood for the Cavalcade of Light fireworks in Toronto on 27-November-2010.

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The basic optical colors of red, green, and blue were part of the Cavalcade of Lights fireworks on 27-November-2010.

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The Christmas colors of red and green dominated the Cavalcade of Lights fireworks in Toronto on 27-November-2010.

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Orange and blue fireworks were launched from Toronto's City Hall during the Cavalcade of Lights on 27-November-2010.

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Bright white fireworks exploded above Nathan Philips Square in Toronto's Cavalcade of Lights on 27-November-2010.

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More red and green fireworks supported the holiday theme of the Cavalcade of Lights fireworks on 27-November-2010.

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The holiday timing of the Cavalcade of Lights was accentuated by the red and green fireworks on 27-November-2010.

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Expanding fireworks exploded at Toronto's City Hall during the Cavalcade of Lights on 27-November-2010.

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A bit of red, white, and blue lit up the skies during the Cavalcade of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 27-November-2010.

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Yellow and blue rockets were part of the Cavalcade of Lights fireworks in Toronto, Ontario on 27-November-2010.

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Toronto City Hall nearly turned green from the reflection of Cavalcade of Lights fireworks on 27-November-2010.

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White fireworks exploded above the city council chambers in Toronto, Ontario on 27-November-2010.

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The Cavalcade of Lights lit up the sky above City Hall in Toronto, Ontario on 27-November-2010.

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Fireworks seemed to be going every possible direction during the Cavalcade of Lights in Toronto on 27-November-2010.

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The finale of the Cavalcade of Lights featured vertical white rockets in Toronto, Ontario on 27-November-2010.

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The holiday atmosphere at Toronto's Nathan Philips Square was noted on a much quieter 4-December-2010.

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The official Christmas tree in Toronto, Ontario was noted on a quiet evening, 4-December-2010.

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The skating rink at Nathan Philips Square in Toronto, Ontario was undergoing light use on 4-December-2010.

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The holiday decorations were up along Yonge Street in Toronto, Ontario on 9-December-2010.

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A typical outdoor scene was part of the window display at The Bay in Toronto, Ontario on 9-December-2010.

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A sleigh was noted in holiday window display at The Bay in Toronto, Ontario on 9-December-2010.

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Santa Claus' list was one of perpetual holiday window displays at The Bay in Toronto, Ontario on 9-December-2010.

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This Christmas clock served as the backdrop for the elves' workshop at The Bay in Toronto on 9-December-2010.

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This kitchen was part of the holiday window display at The Bay in Toronto, Ontario on 9-December-2010.

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Mice slept below the human level in this window display at The Bay in Toronto, Ontario on 9-December-2010.

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This holiday tree was found outside at the Dominion Centre in Toronto, Ontario on 9-December-2010.

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Santa Claus was losing his trousers at this display on Jane Street in Toronto, Ontario on 11-December-2010.

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The CN Tower loomed in the background as the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train arrived at West Toronto on 29-November-2010.

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The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train was parked at West Toronto Yard in Toronto, Ontario on 29-November-2010.

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The Canadian Pacific locomotive at the head of the holiday train in Toronto was specially decorated on 29-November-2010.

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Another look at the rear of the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train locomotive was taken in Toronto on 29-November-2010.

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Large boxcars spelled out "Canadian Pacific Holiday Train" as seen at West Toronto, Ontario on 29-November-2010.

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The stage door had just opened to begin the Holiday Train performance in Toronto, Ontario on 29-November-2010.

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Santa Claus started the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train performance in Toronto, Ontario on 29-November-2010.

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Before the main act, the need for food donations was noted at the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train on 29-November-2010.

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City councilperson Bill Saundercook and the Daily Bread Food Bank's Gail Nyberg were introduced on 29-November-2010.

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Bill Saundercook and Executive Director Gail Nyberg held a check for the Daily Bread Food Bank on 29-November-2010.

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A final pose of the dignitaries at the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train preceded the music performance on 29-November-2010.

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The Odds opened their act at the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train in Toronto, Ontario on 29-November-2010.

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The Odds played a mixture of holiday music and their own hits at the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train on 29-November-2010.

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The Canadian Pacific's Scott Nelson played harmonica with The Odds at the Holiday Train on 29-November-2010.

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A large crowd could be seen gathered around the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train in Toronto, Ontario on 29-November-2010.

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The stage door closed up following the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train performance on 29-November-2010.

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The "Van Horne" provided the classy tail of the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train on 29-November-2010.

Holiday - Toronto Scenes
This Cavalcade of Lights tiger from 2008 was found in Korea Town in Toronto, Ontario near Christie on 4-December-2010.

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The Canadian Broadcasting Corporation's Matt Galloway prepared for a live broadcast of Metro Morning on 3-December-2010.

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Matt Galloway used his cell phone to post a picture of the audience in Toronto, Ontario on 3-December-2010.

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CBC Producer Karin Chykaliuk prepared the crowd for the live "Metro Morning" broadcast on 3-December-2010.

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The Donna Grantis Band served as the house band for the Metro Morning broadcast on 3-December-2010.

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The full Donna Grantis Band was noted performing during the live broadcast of CBC's Metro Morning on 3-December-2010.

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Lance Anderson played the piano as part of the House Band during the Metro Morning broadcast on 3-December-2010.

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Lance Anderson played the piano during the CBC's Metro Morning Sounds of the Season broadcast on 3-December-2010.

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Donna Grantis talked about leading a house band in a live performance of Metro Morning on 3-December-2010.

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The CBC's Matt Galloway gestured as he hosted the Metro Morning Sounds of the Season broadcast on 3-December-2010.

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Metro Morning host Matt Galloway interviewed film reviewer Mohit Rajhans during the live broadcast on 3-December-2010.

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Pavlo performed with his backup guitarist Randy Rodrigues in the CBC Glenn Gould Studio on 3-December-2010.

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Pavlo showed off some of his musicianship in a live Sounds of the Season broadcast on 3-December-2010.

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Pavlo's full band was visible during the CBC Sounds of the Season Metro Morning Broadcast on 3-December-2010.

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Pavlo discussed his donated guitar to the Sounds of the Season silent auction at the CBC on 3-December-2010.

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Metro Morning host Matt Galloway introduced business commentator Michael Hlinka at the CBC on 3-December-2010.

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CBC business commentator Michael Hlinka spoke about the gap between the rich and the poor on 3-December-2010.

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Matt Galloway introduced the Toronto Mass Choir to the Metro Morning Sounds of the Season broadcast on 3-December-2010.

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The Toronto Mass Choir performed during the Sounds of the Season Metro Morning broadcast on 3-December-2010.

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Andrea Boswell performed a solo with the Toronto Mass Choir at the CBC as Matt Galloway watched on 3-December-2010.

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The morning team of Jill Dempsey, Scott Regehr, and Jim Curran prepared for a broadcast segment on 3-December-2010.

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Jill Dempsey was the morning newsperson for CBC Radio One, seen preparing to give a report on 3-December-2010.

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Scott Regehr gave a sports report to the live audience in the Glenn Gould Studio in Toronto on 3-December-2010.

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Jim Curran had been the traffic reporter for Metro Morning for more than thirty years including on 3-December-2010.

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Jim Curran sat only meters from the stained glass window he contributed to the silent auction on 3-December-2010.

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Jim Curran prepared his traffic reports from a desk at the back of the Glenn Gould Studio on 3-December-2010.

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Denzal Sinclair performed at the CBC Metro Morning Sounds of the Season broadcast on 3-December-2010.

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Denzal Sinclaire added his jazz interpretations of Christmas music to the CBC Sounds of the Season on 3-December-2010.

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Denzal Sinclaire sang at the piano during the CBC Metro Morning Sounds of the Season broadcast on 3-December-2010.

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Producer Karin Chykaliuk and host Matt Galloway spoke to the live audience during a news break on 3-December-2010.

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Host Matt Galloway introduced regular medical commentator Dr. Peter Lin to the live audience on 3-December-2010.

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Medical commentator Dr. Peter Lin spoke to the audience at the CBC Metro Morning Sounds of the Season on 3-December-2010.

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Dr. Peter Lin made a joke at host Matt Galloway's expense during the CBC Sounds of the Season show on 3-December-2010.

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Matt Galloway's parents were seated in the audience of the CBC Metro Morning Sounds of the Season on 3-December-2010.

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Shakura S'Aida sang at the CBC Metro Morning Sounds of the Season broadcast on 3-December-2010.

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Shakura S'Aida performed "You're a Mean One, Mr. Grinch" in front of the CBC audience in Toronto on 3-December-2010.

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Metro Morning host Matt Galloway stood with World Report host Peter Armstrong at the CBC on 3-December-2010.

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Italian-Canadian singer Daniela Nardi performed at the CBC Sounds of the Season broadcast on 3-December-2010.

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Host Matt Galloway shook hands with former host Andy Barrie on stage at the Glenn Gould Studio on 3-December-2010.

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Matt Galloway gave a nice good-bye to Andy Barrie on-stage during the Metro Morning broadcast on 3-December-2010.

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Gail Nyberg, executive director of the Daily Bread Food Bank, appeared with Matt Galloway on 3-December-2010.

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The soloists of the day all gathered on stage to sing "Santa Claus is Coming to Town" at the CBC on 3-December-2010.

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The finale of the CBC Metro Morning Sounds of the Season broadcast was observed in Glenn Gould Studio on 3-December-2010.

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Toronto Fire Station 333 (the former 5) on Front Street East was decorated for the holidays as noted on 9-December-2010.

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The crowds were thick for the opening of the Toronto Christmas Market in the Distillery District on 3-December-2010.

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The entrance to the Lowe's Toronto Christmas Market was observed during daylight hours on 5-December-2010.

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The main alley of the Distillery District in Toronto was filled with the Christmas Market on 5-December-2010.

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The eastern side alley of the Toronto Christmas Market was filled with shops on 5-December-2010.

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The large Christmas tree market the center of the German-style Christmas Market in Toronto, Ontario on 5-December-2010.

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A choir performed German and North American Christmas songs at the Toronto Christmas Market on 5-December-2010.

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The western alley of the Toronto Christmas Market was observed in a relatively quiet moment on 5-December-2010.

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A maze was located in the trees shown in the Christmas Market in Toronto, Ontario on 5-December-2010.

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The mailboxes were set up to accept mail to Santa Claus at the Toronto Christmas Market on 5-December-2010.

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The heart of the Toronto Christmas Market was observed on during daylight hours on 5-December-2010.

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Puppeteers roamed and performed for the kids around the Toronto Christmas Market on 5-December-2010.

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A real gingerbread house was located inside at the Toronto Christmas Market on 5-December-2010.

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The rear of the real gingerbread house was noted inside at the Toronto Christmas Market on 5-December-2010.

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A closer look at the cupcakes that were part of the gingerbread house at the Toronto Christmas Market on 5-December-2010.

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The normal art installations of the Distillery District mixed in with the holiday decorations on 5-December-2010.

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The entrance to the Lowe's Toronto Christmas Market was observed after dark on 9-December-2010.

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The crowds were relatively light in the main alley of the Toronto Christmas Market as observed on 9-December-2010.

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A line of German-style stores at the Toronto Christmas Market were observed on the night of the 9-December-2010.

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The Stickling's store, a German bakery from Peterborough, was noted in the Toronto Christmas Market on 9-December-2010.

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The eastern alley of the Toronto Christmas Market was observed during a quiet moment on 9-December-2010.

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The main stage at the Toronto Christmas Market was much quieter when photographed on 9-December-2010.

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A band performed at the Toronto Christmas Market's main stage in Toronto, Ontario on 9-December-2010.

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The Christmas Tree at the Toronto Christmas Market was observed on the evening of 9-December-2010.

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The Ferris Wheel set up at the Toronto Christmas Market was quiet on the evening of 9-December-2010.

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The southern alley of the Toronto Christmas Market in the Distillery District was observed on 9-December-2010.

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The western alley of the Toronto Christmas Market was observed on a relatively quiet 9-December-2010.

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Yes, that turkey at the Leonard's Cakes store was really a cake, seen at the Christmas Market on 9-December-2010.

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The maze at the Toronto Christmas Market was observed with Santa's stand in the background on 9-December-2010.

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The Weihenstephan Beer Garden was one of several beer gardens, but the only one with mulled wine on 9-December-2010.

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The beer gardens were relatively poorly patronized at the Toronto Christmas Market on 9-December-2010.

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The west entrance to the Distillery District was noted with the Christmas Market in the background on 9-December-2010.

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Matthias Oschinski poured rum while preparing mulled wine at his Toronto, Ontario apartment on 17-December-2010.

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Rum was poured on a sugar cone to start the process of making mulled wine in Toronto, Ontario on 17-December-2010.

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The rum was on the sugar cone above the wine at the beginning of the process of making mulled wine on 17-December-2010.

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Matthias Oschinski prepared to light the flame to continue the process of making mulled wine on 17-December-2010.

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Matthias Oschinski smiled as he had momentary trouble lighting the flame to make mulled wine on 17-December-2010.

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The cone of sugar was drenched in rum prior to lighting the flame to make mulled wine in Toronto on 17-December-2010.

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The blue flame of alcohol was noted as mulled wine was made in Toronto, Ontario on 17-December-2010.

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The sugar cone was surrounded by the alcohol flame as mulled wine was made in Toronto, Ontario on 17-December-2010.

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The blue alcohol flame reached high above the wine as the rum on the sugar cone was engulfed on 17-December-2010.

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The flame reached its peak height while Matthias Oschinski made mulled wine in Toronto, Ontario on 17-December-2010.

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Matthias Oschinski tasted the mulled wine at his apartment in Toronto, Ontario on 17-December-2010.

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The entrance to Downsview Park at Keele Street in Toronto, Ontario was observed in winter conditions on 15-December-2010.

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These decorated trees were along the pathway from Keele Street to the Downsview Park Trail of Lights on 15-December-2010.

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The entrance sign to the Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario's Downsview Park was observed on 15-December-2010.

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Lowe's Hardware was the sponsor of the Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario with their own sign on 15-December-2010.

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The North Pole Arch was located near the entrance to the Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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The Trail of Lights at Downsview Park was lined with lighted trees and other decorations on a snowy 15-December-2010.

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A beaver was one of the many animals along the Trail of Lights at Downsview Park in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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Reindeer leaped across the path of the Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario's Downsview Park on 15-December-2010.

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A pair of reindeer were noted along the Trail of Lights in the Federally-run Downsview Park on 15-December-2010.

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A hummingbird had a meal along the Trail of Lights at Downsview Park in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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The hummingbird at Downsview Park flapped its wings, one of many animations at the Trail of Lights on 15-December-2010.

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A woman watered a flower located along the snowy Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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The flower bloomed after being watered at the Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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An elf held up two presents as the Trail of Lights approached the Christmas Tree in Downsview Park on 15-December-2010.

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A Christmas tree stood in the middle of the winter wonderland that was Downsview Park in Toronto on 15-December-2010.

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A castle was amongst the scenes lit up along the Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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A nod to Hanukkah was found along the Trail of Lights in Toronto's Downsview Park on 15-December-2010.

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Dinosaurs were among the more unusual animals found along the Downsview Park Trail of Lights on 15-December-2010.

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A volcano erupted along the Downsview Park Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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Snowflake arches lined the Trail of Lights near the main flagpole at the Federally-run Downsview Park on 15-December-2010.

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A parrot was found perched above the Downsview Park Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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A place kicker kicked a football through the uprights at the Downsview Park Trail of Lights on 15-December-2010.

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A time lapse photograph captured the football player kicking successfully at the Trail of Lights on 15-December-2010.

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A baseball pitcher threw a strike against a batter at the Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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A soccer player kicked a goal at one of the sports scenes along the Trail of Lights in Toronto on 15-December-2010.

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A line of toy soldiers was found along the Downsview Park Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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A toy soldier carried a banner along the Downsview Park Trail of Lights on 15-December-2010.

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A toy soldier carried a musket along the Downsview Park Trail of Lights as seen on 15-December-2010.

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A toy soldier knelt along the Downsview Park Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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A toy solider took a moment to imbibe along the Downsview Park Trail of Lights in Toronto on 15-December-2010.

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The mirror image of the previous toy solider was also found along the snowy Trail of Lights on 15-December-2010.

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A toy soldier knelt along the Downsview Park Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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Another toy solider was noted carrying a musket at the Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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A Canadian flag was yet another scene along the Downsview Park Trail of Lights noted on 15-December-2010.

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Santa Claus and his reindeer, led by Rudolph, were found passing through the snow at Downsview Park on 15-December-2010.

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A variety of toys and presents were found in the snow along the Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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A stocking stuffed full of presents was found along the Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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A Jack-in-the-Box emerged along the Downsview Park Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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The Bear Land arch stood above the Downsview Park Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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A dancing bear was the only bear found inside Bear Land noted by this visitor to the Trail of Lights on 15-December-2010.

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A well had its bucket lowered to bring up some water at the Downsview Park Trail of Lights on 15-December-2010.

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The bucket was raised from the depth of the well along the Downsview Park Trail of Lights on 15-December-2010.

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A house was found in the winter wonderland that was the Federally-run Downsview Park in Toronto on 15-December-2010.

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More trees lined the Trail of Lights at Downsview Park in Toronto, Ontario on a snowy 15-December-2010.

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A squirrel climbed a tree in order to cross the Downsview Park Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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The squirrel jumped between trees spanning the Downsview Park Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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A herd of rabbis were found hopping their way along the Downsview Park Trail of Lights on 15-December-2010.

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A peacock revealed its plumage along the Downsview Park Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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Snowflakes lined the side of the Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario's Downsview Park on 15-December-2010.

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An arch of led to a line of candy canes along the Trail of Lights at Downsview Park in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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A candy cane was found alongside the Downsview Park Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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A wreath arch led to the final stretches of the Downsview Park Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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A snowman made for a popular end to the Downsview Park Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 15-December-2010.

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The holiday colors of the CN Tower were noted above Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 20-December-2010.

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The new entrance to the Garden d'Lights checking for reservations was noted in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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A Christmas--er, holiday--tree was found at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens "Garden d'Lights" on 22-December-2010.

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Kathy, Lance, and Chuck Gleich posed at the holiday tree at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue on 22-December-2010.

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A snowman was found along the trail at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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Purple flowers were found at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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The aquarium was found inside at the Garden d'Lights at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 22-December-2010.

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A tropical fish was found in the aquarium at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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An octopus looked to make a meal of a starfish at the Garden d'Lights aquarium in Bellevue on 22-December-2010.

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A turtle was noted inside the aquarium at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens' Garden d'Light on 22-December-2010.

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Jellyfish were found swimming through the aquarium at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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Bubbles headed for the surface around the fish in the aquarium at the Garden d'Light in Bellevue on 22-December-2010.

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Grape vines of LED's lined the walkways outside the visitor center at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 22-December-2010.

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A closer look at the lights along the walkways of the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue was seen on 22-December-2010.

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The scene that had started the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington in 1994 was seen on 22-December-2010.

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The right side of the field display at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington was seen on 22-December-2010.

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A peacock and a peahen were noted in the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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The left side of the expansive pond scene at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington was noted on 22-December-2010.

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The pond scene had become the centerpiece of the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington as seen on 22-December-2010.

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The right side of the pond at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens' Garden d'Lights was noted on 22-December-2010.

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A fountain of lights was found in the center of the pond scene at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue on 22-December-2010.

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A gardener was noted in the middle of a garden scene at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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The gardener was watering flowers at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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The hillside was spotted with a wide variety of LED flowers at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue on 22-December-2010.

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More flowers were found along the hillside at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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Orange and red flowers were found along the main trail at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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Washington's state flower, the Rhododendron, was represented at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue on 22-December-2010.

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Another scene with a variety of plants was found at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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The famous spider web was found in the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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A lighted box hung from the outdoor building at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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One of the lanterns from the Japanese portion of the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington was seen on 22-December-2010.

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A birdhouse was found along the path at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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Birds were flying around the birdhouse at the Garden d'Lights at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 22-December-2010.

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A wide variety of fauna were found in the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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A Pacific Northwest display would not be complete without a slug, seen at the Garden d'Lights on 22 December-2010.

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The slug was observed from the opposite side at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Wahington on 22-December-2010.

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A variety of plants and animals were found along the creek at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue on 22-December-2010.

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A reflection was found in the creek at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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A turtle received a close-up view at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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The hillside was lit up with various plant representations at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue on 22-December-2010.

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A wider view of the hillside was obtained at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens' Garden d'Lights on 22-December-2010.

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Purple and yellow flowers were noted at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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A variety of tall plants were found along the main path at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue on 22-December-2010.

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A closer look at the tall plants in the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington was taken on 22-December-2010.

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A parrot was well-hidden in the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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A monkey was found hiding in a tree at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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The monkey and its banana were more visible with a flash exposure at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue on 22-December-2010.

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A butterfly was found amongst the flowers at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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Kathy and Annie posed at a "photo stop" in the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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Palm trees represented a different ecosystem at the Garden d'Lights display in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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A southwestern scene was noted at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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An alligator opened its mouth at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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Another view of the alligator at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens' Garden d'Lights was taken on 22-December-2010.

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The alligator looked ready to have a meal at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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Blue hydrangeas were found in the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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Pink hydrangeas were not far from the blue version in the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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A cattail scene was noted along the path at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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A stream of lights flowed through the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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The stream of lights turned a corner in the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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A waterfall was found tumbling downward a the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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A new feature of the Garden d'Lights for 2010 was this waterfall found in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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Migrating salmon were making their way up the newly-created stream in the Garden D'Lights on 22-December-2010.

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Fish were jumping in the creek that was a new exhibit at the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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Salmon were migrating upriver at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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Salmon jumped up the new creek scene in the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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Salmon were migrating back to spawn at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington as seen on 22-December-2010.

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A rock sculpture was found near the entrance of the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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Small fields of various crops were found in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens' Garden d'Lights on 22-December-2010.

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Sunflowers were the tallest plants in the Garden d'Lights at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 22-December-2010.

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The fields of crops ran right up into the cabin at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens as viewed on 22-December-2010.

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A butterfly was found on the cabin at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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A rabbit was noted near the fields in the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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The rabbit held a carrot when noted near the farm fields at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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A side view of the rabbit in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens' Garden d'Lights was noted on 22-December-2010.

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A patch of strawberries was noted in the farm field section of the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue on 22-December-2010.

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Red flowers were found in the Garden d'Lights at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 22-December-2010.

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A set of pumpkins were found at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2010.

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A scarecrow was oddly positioned behind a field of grapes at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue on 22-December-2010.

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The scarecrow was illuminated by a flash during a walk through the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue on 22-December-2010.

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A basket of grapes was found in front of the vineyard display at the Garden d'Lights in Bellevue on 22-December-2010.

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Corn fields took on a completely different field after dark as seen at the Garden d'Lights on 22-December-2010.

Holiday - Winterfest
This holiday tree greeted visitors to Winterfest at the Seattle Center House in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2010.

Holiday - Winterfest
A model of King Street Station served as the control center for the model railway at Winterfest on 27-December-2010.

Holiday - Winterfest
The Center House at the Seattle Center was the home of Winterfest as observed on 27-December-2010.

Holiday - Winterfest
A balloon traveled over the turn of the century town modeled at Winterfest in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2010.

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Skaters made circles at the town square in the Winterfest display in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2010.

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A model train passed the school house at the Winterfest display in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2010.

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A passenger train made its way past a treehouse, part of the Winterfest display at the Center House on 27-December-2010.

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The mixed train made its way underneath a footbridge in the Winterfest turn-of-the century display on 27-December-2010.

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One of the Winterfest model trains exited a wood truss bridge in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2010.

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A mixed freight exited a tunnel on the Winterfest layout in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2010.

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The two Winterfest trains were noted near the Engine House facility at the Seattle Center on 27-December-2010.
Trip to Washington State, December 2010

Aerial - Moon
The moon was noted high above the plains of the United States as seen from the air on 22-December-2010.

Travel - United 777
A United Airlines 777 wearing the new corporate paint scheme was noted in Denver, Colorado on 22-December-2010.

Aerial - Mount Rainier
Mount Rainier in Washington state was surrounded by clouds as seen from the air on 22-December-2010.

Aerial - Mount Rainier
Another view of a cloud-entrapping Mount Rainier was obtained from the air on 22-December-2010.

Bellevue - Christmas Morning
Chuck Gleich posed with the gifts he had received for Christmas on the morning of 25-December-2010.

Bellevue - Christmas Morning
Kathy Gleich showed the gifts she had received for Christmas at her home in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2010.

Bellevue - Christmas Morning
Lance Gleich sat in Bellevue, Washington with the gifts he received on Christmas morning, 25-December-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Pass
Denny Mountain was nicely covered in snow as observed from Interstate 90 on Snoqualmie Pass on 25-December-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Pass
The east side of Denny Mountain was observed from Interstate 90 on Snoqualmie Pass, Washington on 25-December-2010.

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Guyve Peak was partially clear of clouds as observed from Interstate 90 on Snoqualmie Pass on 25-December-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Pass
The ski slopes at Snoqualmie Summit, Washington were partially obscured by clouds on 25-December-2010.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Pass
Keechelus Lake was observed on a cloudy 25-December-2010 from a car running along the lake on Interstate 90.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Pass
The skies were clearing above Keechelus Lake near Hyak, Washington as viewed from Interstate 90 on 25-December-2010.

Yakima - View
The view to the east from Brad and Cynthia Gleich's home in Yakima, Washington was observed on 25-December-2010.

Yakima - View
The view to the south from Brad and Cynthia Gleich's home in Yakima, Washington looked like this on Christmas Day, 2010.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
Brenna and Cynthia Gleich, Cari and Geno Stalter, and Mike Gleich were in Yakima for Christmas on 25-December-2010.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
Kathy, Brodie, Pat and Chuck Gleich were captured with Meri Carson in the foreground on 25-Decemer-2010.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
Brenna Gleich showed off her dance moves at her home in Yakima, Washington on 25-December-2010.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
The presents for the gift exchange were next to the tree in Yakima, Washington on 25-December-2010.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
Arne Carson, Chuck and Kathy Gleich, and Geno and Cari Stalter prepared for the gift exchange on 25-December-2010.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
Family matriarch Pat Gleich opened some of her presents on Christmas Day in Yakima, Washington.

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Pat Gleich showed off a picture of great-grandchildren on Christmas Day in Yakima, Washington.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
Host Brad Gleich checked out the gift exchange present he had just opened in Yakima, Washington on 25-December-2010.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
Meri Carson and Cynthia and Brenna Gleich were observing the gift exchange in Yakima, Washington on 25-December-2010.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
Mike Gleich held up the gift exchange present that he had just opened in Yakima, Washington on 25-December-2010.

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Geno Stalter selected a present from the gift exchange pool in Yakima, Washington on 25-December-2010.

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Geno Stalter presented the gift exchange present he had just opened in Yakima, Washington on 25-December-2010.

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Chuck and Kathy Gleich looked at a gift exchange present during Gleich Christmas in Yakima on 25-December-2010.

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Brothers Mike and Chuck Gleich talked at the Gleich Christmas in Yakima, Washington on 25-December-2010.

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The siblings, Mike Gleich, Meri Carson, and Chuck Gleich posed for a photo in Yakima, Washington on 25-December-2010.

Yakima - Gleich Christmas
Brad Gleich, Connie Gleich, and Cari Stalter played games after dinner in Yakima, Washington on 25-December-2010.

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Meri and Arne Carson and Mike Gleich were gathered for a game after dinner in Yakima on 25-December-2010.

Kirkland - Christmas Eve
Patrick McGrady was noted at his daughter's home in Kirkland, Washington on 24-December-2010.

Kirkland - Christmas Eve
Bennett Kvam sat on the lap of his grandfather, Patrick McGrady, in Kirkland, Washington on 24-December-2010.

Kirkland - Christmas Eve
Bruce Kvam held his son Bennett at their home in Kirkland, Washington on 24-December-2010.

Kirkland - Christmas Eve
Jackson Kvam opened a present on Christmas Eve at his home in Kirkland, Washington on 24-December-2010.

Kirkland - Christmas Eve
Jackson Kvam unwrapped his new guitar at his home in Kirkland, Washington on 24-December-2010.

Kirkland - Christmas Eve
Jackson Kvam tried out a drum at his home in Kirkland, Washington on 24-December-2010.

Kirkland - Christmas Eve
Jackson Kvam had drum sticks in hand as it walked around his home on 24-December-2010.

Kirkland - Christmas Eve
Bennett Kvam also tried out the drum in Kirkland, Washington on 24-December-2010.

Kirkland - Christmas Eve
Bennett Kvam continued drumming like his brother had before him in Kirkland, Washington on 24-December-2010.

Kirkland - Christmas Eve
Bennett Kvam enjoyed a toy car as his mother Michele looked on at their home in Kirkland, Washington on 24-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Chuck Gleich, Kelly Young, and Terri Young were gathered for the Christmas gathering on 26-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Lars and Gunnar Stenseth awaited the gift exchange during the family Christmas gathering on 26-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Sisters Michele Kvam and Tami McGrady posed together in Bellevue, Washington on 26-December-2010.

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Sisters Michele Kvam and Tami McGrady shared a smile at the family holiday gathering on 26-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Gunnar Stenseth played the full-size Pole Position video arcade game in Bellevue, Washington on 26-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
The leaderboard for the Fuji course on Pole Position was noted during the family gathering on 26-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Mayna Young prepared the gravy, one of her yearly roles at the family Christmas gathering, on 26-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Chuck Gleich carved the turkey, his annual role at the family Christmas dinners, on 26-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
The table was set for the McGrady Christmas dinner in Bellevue, Washington on 26-December-2010.

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Kathy Gleich, Mayna Young, and Teri Young enjoyed the Christmas dinner in Bellevue, Washington on 26-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Mayna Young, Teri Young, Bruce Kvam, and Patrick McGrady were at the Christmas dinner table on 26-December-2010.

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Chuck Gleich, Lars Stenseth, Tami McGrady, and Gunnar Stenseth ate Christmas dinner on 26-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Lars Stenseth, Tami McGrady, Gunnar Stenseth, Melissa Daugherty, and Kathy Gleich ate dinner on 26-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Michele, Bennett, and Bruce Kvam and Patrick McGrady were seated at the dinner table in Bellevue on 26-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
The Christmas tree in Bellevue, Washington was noted before the McGrady family gift exchange on 26-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Kathy Gleich, Pat and Melissa Daugherty, Mayna Young, Teri Young, and Patrick McGrady opened gifts on 26-December-2010.

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Michele Kvam opened one of the gift exchange presents in Bellevue, Washington on 26-December-2010.

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Melissa Daugherty had just opened a gift exchange present in Bellevue, Washington on 26-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Kathy Gleich, Pat and Melissa Daugherty, and Mayna Young were gathered for the gift exchange on 26-December-2010.

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Melissa Daugherty and Teri Young looked on as Mayna Young opened a gift exchange present on 26-December-2010.

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Patrick McGrady showed off the gift exchange present that he had just opened on 26-December-2010.

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Melissa Daugherty showed off a gift exchange present as her husband Pat watched on 26-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Tami McGrady and Kelly young talked in the background as Gunnar and Lars Stenseth played on 26-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Kathy Gleich, Pat and Melissa Daugherty, Mayna Young, and Teri Young were gathered in Bellevue on 26-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Jackson Kvam and his mother Michele were at the holiday gathering in Bellevue, Washington on 26-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Jackson Kvam, Michele Kvam, Lars Stenseth, Tami McGrady, Kelly Young, Bruce Kvam, and Bennett Kvam on 26-December-2010.

Bellevue - McGrady Christmas
Jackson Kvam played with a toy fishing rod at the McGrady Christmas in Bellevue, Washington on 26-December-2010.

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Bruce Kvam sat quiety at the McGrady Christmas in Bellevue, Washington on 26-December-2010.

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Bennett Kvam was again behind his father Bruce at the McGrady Christmas in Bellevue, Washington on 26-December-2010.

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Bruce Kvam's tranquility was spoiled by his son Bennett at the family Christmas on 26-December-2010.

Seattle - Seattle Center
The Space Needle, with its 605 foot height, was noted in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2010.

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The Experience Music Project was viewed over an outdoor portion of the Fun Forest at Seattle Center on 27-December-2010.

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The Harry Potter-decorated monorail ran through the Experience Music Project at the Seattle Center on 27-December-2010.

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The Harry Potter-decorated monorail was about to pass through the Experience Music Project in Seattle on 27-December-2010.

Seattle - Seattle Center
The Children's Museum in the Center House at the Seattle Center was observed from above on 27-December-2010.

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The Children's Museum inside the Center House at the Seattle Center was noted on 27-December-2010.

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The Fun Forest at the Seattle Center was observed just days from its closing in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2010.

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The outdoor portion of the Fun Forest was noted at the foot of the Space Needle in Seattle on 27-December-2010.

Seattle - Seattle Center
The carousel at the Fun Forest in Seattle, Washington was in its final holiday season when observed on 27-December-2010.

Seattle - Seattle Center
A Totem Pole was well-hidden near the Center House at the Seattle Center in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2010.

Seattle - Seattle Center
The Key Arena, once the Coliseum, at the Seattle Center was observed in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2010.

Seattle - Seattle Center
The Center Fountain was observed with Queen Anne Hill in the background in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2010.

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The Center Fountain at Seattle Center was briefly completely off during its performance on 27-December-2010.

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The Center Fountain at the Seattle Center shot up a variety of different flows in a performance on 27-December-2010.

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A nearly-symmetric scene was created by the Center Fountain at the Seattle Center on 27-December-2010.

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The Center Fountain at the Seattle Center shot its jets high into the air as part of its show on 27-December-2010.

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Very small spurts ertupted from the side of the Center Fountain at the Seattle Center on 27-December-2010.

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The Center Fountain shot widely around its bowl at the Seattle Center in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2010.

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A Christmas Tree was noted in the background of the Center Fountain in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2010.

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Even on a cold winter's day, someone would run into the Center Fountain in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2010.

Sea-Tac - Chuck and Kathy Gleich
Chuck and Kathy Gleich posed at Sea-Tac Airport in Sea-Tac, Washington on 27-December-2010.
Winter in Toronto, 2009

Toronto - Humber Sunrise
The sun rose above the Humber River as viewed from Dundas Street in Toronto on 27-January-2009.

Toronto - Humber Sunrise
Early morning light had just started to illuminate the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 27-January-2009.

Toronto - Lambton Park
No children were playing in the playground at Lambton Park in Toronto, Ontario on 25-February-2009.

Toronto - Humber Valley
The one-time site of the Toronto Suburban Railway Bridge over the Humber River was noted on 25-February-2009.

Toronto - Humber Valley
A closer look at the Toronto Suburban Railway Humber bridge location, used only from 1917 to 1931, seen 25-February-2009

Toronto - Humber Valley
The bike path through the Humber River Valley north of Dundas Street was covered with snow on 9-January-2009.

Toronto - Humber Valley
The hillside above the Humber River Valley was covered with snow near Camp Humriva on 9-January-2009.

Toronto - Humber Valley
Sunset light reached the Humber River Valley near Camp Humriva in Toronto, Ontario on 20-January-2009.

Toronto - Humber Valley
A broad winter view of the Humber River Valley at the Camp Humriva site in Toronto, Ontario was taken on 9-January-2009.

Toronto - Winter Cardinal
A female Cardinal was found despite the winter conditions in the Humber River Valley in Toronto on 9-January-2009.

Toronto - Humber Forest
A forest along the Humber River displayed its winter appearance north of Dundas Street in Toronto on 9-January-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
From 1917 to 1934, this bridge had carried the Toronto Suburban Railway over the Humber River, seen 9-January-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River showed its winter appearance north of Dundas Street in Toronto on 9-January-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The ice at the shore of the Humber River in Toronto remained on 9-January-2009 even though the river had lowered.

Toronto - Humber River
Small icicles dangled from the ice sheets at the shore of the Humber River in Toronto noted on 9-January-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
An ice sheet rested on rocks above the water level in the Humber River in Toronto on 9-January-2009.

Toronto - Winter Ducks
A mallard duck couple waddled across an ice sheet on the Humber River in Toronto on 9-January-2009.

Toronto - Winter Duck
A duck decided to sit on an ice sheet in the Humber River north of Dundas Street in Toronto on 9-January-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
A rock protruding from the Humber River in Toronto featured an ice cap as observed on 9-January-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
An ice island remained in the Humber River in Toronto as the river level dropped on 9-January-2009.

Toronto - Winter Beaver
A beaver swam down the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario north of Dundas Street on a very cold 20-January-2009.

Toronto - Winter Beaver
The beaver started to circle around something of interest in the Humber River in Toronto on 20-January-2009.

Toronto - Winter Beaver
The beaver continued downriver in a very cold Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 20-January-2009.

Toronto - Humber Icicles
A pair of icicles were noted dangling toward the Humber River near Dundas Street in Toronto on 13-March-2009.

Toronto - Humber Icicles
Finger-like icicles dangled from this branch into the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 13-March-2009.

Toronto - Humber Icicles
The end of a tree branch was preserved in ice above the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 13-March-2009.

Toronto - Humber Icicles
A strange set of temperature and water level circumstances led to this icicle above the Humber River on 13-March-2009.

Toronto - Humber Icicles
What appeared to be an ice anchor weighed down a branch above the Humber River on 13-March-2009.

Toronto - Humber Winter Train
Canadian Pacific's "Obico A" local train crossed the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 20-January-2009.

Toronto - Humber Winter Train
A rare Soo Line SD60 led Canadian Pacific train #244 from Chicago across the Humber River in Toronto on 9-January-2009.

Toronto - Winter Local Train
Plain red-nosed Canadian Pacific GP9u #8210 led a local train underneath Dundas Street in Toronto on 27-January-2009.

Toronto - Winter White Oak
This white oak tree along Jane Street in Toronto, Ontario was at least 250 years old on 17-January-2009.

Toronto - Winter White Oak
Another view of the 250-year old or more white oak tree located on Jane Street near Wetherell on 17-January-2009.

Toronto - Winter White Oak
The white oak tree on Jane Street in Toronto, Ontario near Wetherell Avenue was viewed on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Winter White Oak
Another view of the centuries old white oak tree on Jane Street in Toronto was taken on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Winter Bicyle
A bicycle bumper sticker was noted on a parked bike on Bloor Street West near Keele in Toronto on 3-February-2009.

Toronto - Orion II Bus
A strange looking community bus, Orion II #9705, was noted broken down on Jane Street in Toronto on 13-March-2009.

Toronto - Orion II Bus
The rear of the Toronto Transit Commission's Orion II bus #9705 was noted on Jane Street in Toronto on 13-March-2009.

Toronto - TTC "Fishbowl"
TTC bus #2838, a GM T6H-5307N "Fishbowl", was in 55 Warren Park service on Jane Street on 10-January-2009.

Toronto - TTC "Fishbowl"
TTC bus #2419, another GM "Fishbowl", prepared to turn onto Old Dundas Street in Toronto on 20-January-2009.

Toronto - TTC "Fishbowl"
TTC bus #2419, GM model T6H-5307N before rebuilding, was working the 55 Warren Park service on 20-January-2009.

Toronto - TTC "Fishbowl"
TTC GM "Fishbowl" bus #2419 descended Old Dundas Street in 55 Warren Park service on 20-January-2009.

Toronto - TTC "Orion VII" Hybrid
TTC bus #1070, an Orion VII hybrid, turned onto Maclennan Avenue on the 82 Rosedale route on 5-February-2009.

Toronto - Winter Frame Train
Canadian Pacific train #158, carrying cars of truck frames at its front, ran through Maclennan on 5-February-2009.

Toronto - Winter Freight Train
A Canadian Pacific transfer freight passed under the pedestrian overpass at Maclennan Avenue on 5-February-2009.

Toronto - Winter Freight Train
Canadian Pacific "Red Barn" SD40-2F #9003 led a Chicago-bound freight at Maclennan Avenue on 5-February-2009.

Toronto - West Toronto Cranes
These cranes had started the construction of a railway grade separation at the West Toronto diamonds on 2-February-2009.

Toronto - Winter VIA Train
VIA train #84 from Sarnia, Ontario passed between the construction cranes at West Toronto, Ontario on 2-February-2009.

Toronto - Winter GO Train
GO commuter train #254 from Bramalea, Ontario passed through West Toronto, Ontario on 2-February-2009.

Toronto - Winter Victoria Lofts
The 1885-era Victoria Presbyterian Church, now the Victoria Lofts, in Toronto, Ontario was noted on 2-February-2009.

Toronto - Runnymede Library
Toronto's 1930-era Runnymede Library was noted in cold but clear winter conditions on 4-February-2009.

Toronto - Runnymede Library
The side entrance to the Runnymede Library had once served a children's library as noted on 4-February-2009.

Toronto - Runnymede Library
The rear portion of the the Runnymede Library, re-opened after renovation in 2005, seen on 4-February-2009.

Toronto - Kennedy Park Winter
Kennedy Park, located immediately to the north of the Runnymede Library, was quiet on a cold 4-February-2009 afternoon.

Scenery - Etobicoke Creek
Etobicoke Creek marked the border between Toronto and Mississauga, Ontario as viewed on 10-February-2009.

Scenery - Credit River
This riverside facility along the Credit River in Mississauga, Ontario was closed for the winter on 10-February-2009.

Scenery - Credit River
The Credit River was iced over in Mississauga, Ontario, as viewed from a passing GO train on 10-February-2009.

Scenery - Sixteen Mile Creek
A look south at Sixteen Mile Creek in Oakville, Ontario was taken from a passing GO train on 10-February-2009.

Scenery - Sixteen Mile Creek
A look north at Sixteen Mile Creek was obtained from the returning GO train on 10-February-2009.

Scenery - Credit River
A look north up the Credit River in Mississauga, Ontario revealed a wintry scene on 10-February-2009.

Scenery - Etobicoke Creek
The crossing of Etobicoke Creek marked the return to the city limits of Toronto, Ontario on 10-February-2009.

Toronto - Winter View
Very large snowflakes fell on Harshaw Avenue in Toronto, Ontario as viewed from my window on 18-February-2009.

Toronto - Snow Scooping
Equipment from the city of Toronto started to collect snow along Harshaw Avenue on 11-February-2009.

Toronto - Snow Scooping
The front loader-based equipment collected snow on Harshaw Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 11-February-2009.

Toronto - Snow Scooping
A nice load of snow had been collected from the parking lane of Harshaw Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 11-February-2009.

Toronto - Snow Scooping
The equipment closed its snow-collecting unit while along Harshaw Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 11-February-2009.

Toronto - Snow Scooping
The snow was lifted for disposal into a waiting dump truck on Harshaw Avenue in Toronto on 11-February-2009.

Toronto - Snow Scooping
The snow was deposited in the dump truck as snow removal continued on Harshaw Avenue in Toronto on 11-February-2009.

Toronto - Last Snow Patch
What could be hoped to be the final snow patch of the season sat in the shade near the Humber River on 13-March-2009.

Swansea Historical Society - George Duncan
Peter Hamiwka introduced George Duncan at the meeting of the Swansea Historical Society on 4-February-2009.

Swansea Historical Society - George Duncan
George Duncan spoke about about prehistoric Swansea and the fossils that came from it on 4-February-2009.

Swansea Historical Society - George Duncan
George Duncan held up a shell as an example of something that might be fossilized during his speech on 4-February-2009.

Swansea Historical Society - George Duncan
George Duncan held up a fossil found along the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 4-February-2009.

Swansea Historical Society - George Duncan
George Duncan held up fossilized tracks as something that could be found around Swansea on 4-February-2009.

West Toronto Junction Historical - Neil Ross
Neil Ross spoke to the West Toronto Junction Historical Society about the history of Canadian Humour on 5-February-2009.

Toronto - Boom Times Cast
The cast of the West Toronto Junction Historical Society's Boom Times cabaret was at Swansea Town Hall on 4-March-2009.

Toronto - Mitbushi Lancer
Mitsubishi had a 2009 Lancer Ralliart vehicle on display in the Skywalk to CN Tower on 7-February-2009.

Toronto - Winter Walkway
This winter walkway between the Convention Centre and the Rogers Centre was under construction on 24-January-2009.

Toronto - Sam the Record Man Site
The old Sam the Record Man site was no longer recognizable along Yonge Street in Toronto on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - Sam the Record Man Site
Ryerson University construction revealed the Second Empire architecture at the Sam the Record Man site on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Turntable
A switch engine took a spin on the East Davidson Turntable at the Model Railroad Club of Toronto on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Coaling Tower
O Scale (1:48 of full size) "Northern" steam locomotive #112 sat at the East Davidson Coaling Tower on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Buildings
A pair of RS-1 diesel locomotives passed a building with typical playful signage at East Davidson on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Turntable
The RS1's took their place on the East Davidson Turntable at the Model Railroad Club of Toronto on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Turntable
The turntable started to move at the Model Railroad Club of Toronto, founded in 1952, seen on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Turntable
The Model Railroad Club of Toronto had occupied the same space since 1962, observed on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Turntable
The RS-1 diesels headed for a maintenance track at the East Davidson Turntable on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club C424
An O-scale Alco C424 painted in Canadian Pacific livery prepared to depart East Davidson Yard on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Switcher
The switch engine from Davidson worked as far as Revillstoke at the Model Railroad Club of Toronto on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Scenery
Scenic details at the Model Railroad Club of Toronto included a covered bridge and a totem pole on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Rock Climbers
Rock climbers on a mountain near Point Derus were amongst the scenes at the Model Railroad Club on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Point Derus
The industries at Point Derus on the Model Railroad Club of Toronto's O-Scale layout were observed on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Van Cam
A "van cam" was located in this caboose, sending video to the audience in a separate room on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Freight
A Canadian National "Mountain" locomotive powered a freight above O-Scale Ebertville on the layout on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Construction Scene
A passenger train passed a construction scene above Ebertville at the O-scale layout on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Freight
A "Consolidation" steam locomotive powered a freight at Bentley's Bay on the Liberty Village layout on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club RDC
A Rail Diesel Car (RDC) passed the Bentley's Bay station on the Model Railroad Club of Toronto on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Freight
Consolidation #63 powered a freight through Big Ric Junction at the Model Railroad Club of Ontario on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club RDC
The RDC car passed through Big Ric Junction, taking the branch toward Port Coleman on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Sekirk
A Canadian Pacific semi-streamlined "Selkirk" passed through Parkers Falls at the Model Railroad Club on 22-February-200

Toronto - Model RR Club Selkirk
The Selkirk had made it to Big Ric Junction as observed at the 7000-square foot O-scale layout on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Bridge
The freight train with Alco C424's crossed the Lower Lilleyburg Bridge as it headed for staging on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Bridge
The freight train rumbled across the Lower Lilleyburg Bridge beneath the MacAdam arched bridge on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Bridge
A freight train crossed the MacAdam Arched Bridge in its trip down a 10-scale mile mainline on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Freight
Consolidation #64 crossed the Lower Lilleyburg Trestle headed for Mount Batton on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Bridge
A freight train crossed the Martin Lake Suspension Bridge, a structural highlight on the layout on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Bridge
Freight cars rolled over the Martin Lake Suspension Bridge at the Model Railroad Club of Toronto on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Bridge
A caboose rolled underneath a tower of the Martin Lake Suspension Bridge at the Model Railroad Club on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Bridge
Another view of the Martin Lake Suspension Bridge as another freight train passed on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Freight
A freight train passed though an industrial area around Martin Lake at the Railroad Club of Toronto on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Geeps
A pair of Toronto, Hamilton and Buffalo "Geeps" passed through Mount Batton with a freight on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Mount Batton
A interesting load was noted in a freight train passing the Mount Batton industrial area on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Bridge
The Canadian National "mountain" steam locomotive crossed the MacAdam Trestle with a freight train on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Bridge
A streamliner crossed the Martin Lake Trestle at the Model Railroad Club of Toronto on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Bridge
A coal train started out across the Martin Lake Trestle during the final open house of the year on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Diesels
A pair of Central Ontario Railway (the name of the club layout) F-units passed Martin Lake on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Lilleyburg
A freight train rounded the loop at Lilleyburg at one end of the Model Railroad Club of Toronto on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Caboose
A caboose passed the well-detailed downtown of Lilleyburg at the Model Railroad Club of Toronto on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Lilleyburg
CIBC had a different meaning in the model town of Lilleyburg than it did in the real world on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Lilleyburg
An interested young observed watched a freight train passing Lilleyburg during the open house on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Lilleyburg
The Canadian National "Mountain" type steam locomotive passed the model Lilleyburg, Ontario on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Lilleyburg
The "Selkirk" locomotive had made it to the coaling tower at the Lilleyburg service facility on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Lilleyburg
The roundhouse at Lilleyburg was a smaller structure than the one at East Davidson but still sizable on 22-February-2009

Toronto - Model RR Club Lilleyburg
A grand passenger station was located at the model community of Lilleyburg, Ontario on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Derail
Amongst the very prototypical details at the Model Railroad Club of Toronto was this derail noted on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Port Coleman
A scale model ship modeled after one lost in World War II was located in the harbor at Port Coleman on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Power Supply
Some old power supplies dating back to the 1950's were on the shelf at the club on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Interface
These electronics provided the interface between the dispatching office and standard electric blocks on 22-February-2009

Toronto - Model RR Club Throttles
These receivers spoke with the eleven mainline throttles at the Model Railroad Club of Toronto on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - Model RR Club Crowd
Some of the crowds watched the final day of the open house at the Model Railroad Club of Toronto on 22-February-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
This police horse had the honor of leading the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The police equestrian unit marched down Yonge Street in Toronto during the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Toronto Police's bagpipe band marched down Yonge Street during the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
High-ranking police officers carried the flags down Yonge Street in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A 1957 Chevrolet demonstrated what was once the state-of-the-art police car in the parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Jumping ahead to the present era, the "Police Bug" drove in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Canadian Forces marched in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Grand Marshalls of the St. Patrick's Day Parade, Ireland Park creators Jonathan and Robert Kearns, on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The County Antrim Association float featured this waterfall in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Members of the Emerald Isle Seniors Society were carried down Yonge Street in Toronto on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The County Cavan Association had one of the most impressive signs in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The O'Connor Heritage House contingent was relatively small in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Armed Forces Garrison Band marched down Yonge Street in Toronto's St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
This style of hat, appearing like a pint of Guinness, was a popular fashion statement at the parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A Military Police vehicle had the right color scheme for the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Juno the Bear, the Canadian Army mascot, marched in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Donegal had one of the largest signs in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A bicyclist questioned the trustworthiness of Irish eyes during the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Fermanagh contributed this band to the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Irish Persons of the Year, four radio hosts broadcasting weekly on various stations, were seen on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
An unusual-looking Leprechaun marched down Yonge Street during the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A man resembling St. Patrick carried a snake down Yonge Street in Toronto, Ontario on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Ayr Paris Marching Band participated in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The County Tyrone float featured a rainbow in the Toronto St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Philippine Heritage Band marched in all Toronto parades including the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Clare likely had the small contingent in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Galway's very mixed contingent walked down Yonge Street in Toronto, Ontario on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Miss Teen Canada Galaxy, Alisa Banjanovic, rode down Yonge Street in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Republic of Cork played on Canada's status as the first foreign trip for US President Obama on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Republic of Cork was looking forward to the first overseas trip of US President Obama on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
It almost looked like Barack Obama was participating in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Republic of York emulated Secret Service Agents as they marched in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 15-Mar

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
An Irishman, rather than Barack Obama, was actually riding in the Republic of Cork float in the parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
More flags preceded the TTC's contribution to the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
One of the TTC's new Orion VII hybrid buses was decorated for the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Optimists Alumni Drum & Bugle core marched in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Gaelic Athletic Association marched in uniform in Toronto's St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Gaelic Football for Kids was promoted by this float in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Kerry fielded a sizable colour party in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Miller School of Irish Dance took a break from their mobile performance in the parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Laois & Offaly continued the Barack Obama theme on their bus in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Rose Irish Pub contributed this sizable float with a bar to the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
What was going on with this guy at the rear of the Rose Irish Pub float in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Periodically, he would raise his drink and shout "Happy St. Patrick's Day" in the parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Sheila Graham School of Irish Dance marched down Yonge Street in Toronto, Ontario on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Steam Whistle Brewery's truck wore the correct color for the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Following the alcohol trucks in the parade was this reminder from Mothers Against Drunk Driving on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Meath had a nice set of flags in its colour party marching on Yonge Street in Toronto, Ontario on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Hillbilly Shriners contributed their mobile outhouse to the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A mobile hot tub was another feature of the Hillbilly Shriners in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Hillbilly Shriners were joined by the Hillbilly Gals in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
More of the Hillbilly Gals rode down Yonge Street in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Kildare highlighted its equestrian tradition in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Dublin celebrated the 1759-era St. James' Gate in its float in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Dublin's Colour Party featured floral arrangements in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A leprechaun marched beside the floral color party of County Dublin in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
"Even my dog is Irish." A dog wore a green hat at the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Toronto Fire Pipe Band marched down Yonge Street in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A drum in the Toronto Fire Pipe Band held the moving performance together down Yonge Street on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A long column of firefighters marched in Toronto's St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Sparky, the mascot of the Toronto Fire Department, marched in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Scarborough 1945 Bickle-Seagrave Pumper participated in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A modern pumper drove down Yonge Street in Toronto's St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Ontario Delorean Owners Club added a different flair to the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Was this leprechaun looking for more gold amongst the Deloreans in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009?

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
These Delorean owners were dressed for the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
An appropriate license plate for a Delorean was noted in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Al-EX the beaver, mascot of the Canadian National Exhibition, was dressed for St. Patrick's Day on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Durham Irish Association Band participated in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
It wouldn't be a St. Patrick's Day Parade without the hurling champions noted on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
County Mayo contributed this truck of dancers to the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
An Ambulance showed how it could contribute shamrocks to the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
Marchers from County Leitrim refilled their candy bags to treat more children at the parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The Falun Dafa Band never missed a significant parade and were seen marching down Yonge Street on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
A Chinese dragon meandered its way down Yonge Street during the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Parade
The "Patmobile" marked the end of the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 15-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day Dinner
Bruce Millman and Colin Dykstra attended Lance Gleich's St. Patrick's Day Dinner on 15-March-2009.
Toronto Railway Historical Association, Early 2009

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
Some of the supporting woodwork in the former Canadian Pacific John Street Roundhouse was observed on 10-January-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
An unusual view of the upper-level walkways in the John Street Roundhouse was taken on 10-January-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
Another view of the upper walkway at the center of the John Street Roundhouse was taken from a lift on 10-January-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
A look across the John Street Roundhouse was obtained through the upper-level windows from the lift on 10-January-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
The outer upper-level walkway in stalls 16-19 was observed from the scissors lift on 10-January-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
The ground-level construction looked small from the scissors lift near stall of 16 of the roundhouse on 10-January-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
A fan was sitting on the upper-level walkway of the John Street Roundhouse on 10-January-2009.

TRHA - Heritage Lamp
James Resor took down one of the heritage lamps in the John Street Roundhouse for preservation on 10-January-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
Concrete had covered the location of the tracks inside the John Street Roundhouse by 17-January-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
The former location of the wheel pit had been capped in concrete as observed in the roundhouse on 17-January-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
A variety of utility conduits had been put in the place on the floor of the John Street Roundhouse on 17-January-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
A new concrete floor had been poured in stalls 15-19 of the John Street Roundhouse when observed on 24-January-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
A closer look at the new concrete flooring in stalls 15-19 of the John Street Roundhouse was obtained on 24-January-2009

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
The future space of Leon's in stalls 20-32 was prepared for new concrete flooring as observd on 31-January-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
A view toward stall 32 of the John Street Roundhouse was captured before the new flooring was poured on 31-January-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
A close-up of the preparations to pour the new flooring in the roundhouse was obtained on 31-January-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
An elevated structure at stall 20 in the John Street Roundhouse appeared to have HVAC equipment on 31-January-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
The new floor poured in the bulk of the John Street Roundhouse was noted on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
Another look at the new floor in the John Street Roundhouse was obtained on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
A small portion of the floor had been ground down and smoothed to its final form by 14-March-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
The completed portion of the floor in the John Street Roundhouse reflected its surroundings on 14-March-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
The new flooring was viewed from the catwalk in the John Street Roundhouse on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
The catwalk level was observed at the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
A substantial amount of conduits ran on the catwalk of the John Street Roundhouse on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
Another view of the catwalks in the John Street Roundhouse was obtained on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
Work was progressing on the windows being installed inside the doors of the John Street Roundhouse on 21-March-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
A slightly closer view of the status of the windows inside the roundhouse doors was taken on 21-March-2009.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
The former access from the machine shop to the locomotive stalls had been bricked off on 7-February-2009.

TRHA - Shelving Construction
Richard Morrison, Ron Hurlbutt, Paul Allison, James Resor, and James Gardiner prepared shelving on 7-February-2009.

TRHA - Shelving Construction
Richard Morrison, Paul Allison, Ron Hurlbutt, and James Gardiner put together a shelving unit on 7-February-2009.

TRHA - Shelving
Ron Hurlbutt was bolting together the newly-assembled shelving unit in the machine shop on 7-February-2009.

TRHA - Shelving
Ron Hurlbutt cleaned up after the completion of the shelving units in the machine shop on 7-February-2009.

TRHA - Shelving
Wilson Lau, Ron Hurlbutt, and Jason Pelton worked on an additional set of shelving units on 14-February-2009.

TRHA - Shelving
Ron Hurlbutt cleaned up after progress was made on an additional shelving unit on 14-February-2009.

TRHA - Fan
Wilson Lau posed with an exhaust fan that he had helped bring back to service in the machine shop on 10-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
James Gardiner, Richard Morrison, and James Resor removed a wheel from an axle in the Machine Shop on 10-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
The frame of the speeder trailer was noted in this condition at the start of the work session on 17-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Richard Morrison used the drill press to create pilot holes for bolts in the machine shop on 17-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
The rest of the team thanks Richard Morrison for often bringing coffee to the session, as on 17-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
The break completed, Richard Morrison returned to the task of drilling pilot holes on 17-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Wilson Lau sanded the end of bolts in preparation for work on the speeder trailer on 17-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
James Resor worked on the installation of a bolt on the speeder trailer on a very cold 17-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Michael Guy, James Resor, Wilson Lau, and Richard Morrison all worked on bolts on the speeder trailer on 17-January-2009

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
The deck planks for the speeder trailer were ready to be installed at the end of the session on 17-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
The plastic brackets for the sides of the speeder trailer were put in position as a mock-up on 17-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
The entire team prepared to start additional work on the speeder trailer on an equally-cold 24-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Michael Guy (in the black hat) prepared instructions for a large crew that turned on 24-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Wilson Lau, Jason Pelton, and Paul Allison worked on securing the planks to the speeder trailer on 24-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
James Resor painted the planks yellow for the speeder trailer on 24-January-2009, earning his "Old Yeller" nickname.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
James Resor, Paul Allison, Richard Morrison, and Dave Wetherald helped secure the planks on 24-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
The team started to flip over the speeder trailer after finishing the planks on 24-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
The team flipped over the speeder on the floor so that the running gear could be installed on 24-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
With the speeder flipped over, the team started to place it back on the sawhorses in the machine shop on 24-January-2009

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Jason Pelton and Wilson Lau inspected the flipped-over speeder trailer in the machine shop on 24-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Wilson Lau, Paul Allison, James Resor, and Richard Morrison painted the bottom of the speeder trailer on 24-January-2009

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
The speeder trailer had turned yellow by the end of the work session in the machine shop on 24-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
James Resor was back to painting things yellow again in the machine shop on 31-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Dave Wetherald inspected the axles intended for the speeder trailer in the machine shop on 31-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Paul Allison and Dave Wetherald sanded the rust off the axles for the speeder trailer on 31-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Paul Allison, Dave Wetherald, and Dan Garcia installed a wheel on the speeder trailer on 31-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Dave Wetherald and Dan Garcia refined the axles installed on the speeder trailer on 31-January-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
James Resor used black for a change to paint the running gear of the speeder trailer on 7-February-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Jason and Michael prepared to use the heist to flip the speeder trailer over on 28-February-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Jason started to lift the hoist in order to flip over the speeder trailer in the machine shop on 28-February-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Jason had lifted the hoist to tip up the speeder trailer about halfway on 28-February-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Wilson steadied the speeder trailer as the flipping operation continued on 28-February-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
The speeder trailer was vertical above the floor, halfway through the flipping operation on 28-February-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
The speeder trailer was positioned to be lowered into position right-side-up on 28-February-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Jason lowered the hoist and the speeder trailer moved toward its new position in the machine shop on 28-February-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Michael and Wilson guided the speeder trailer onto its new position on the sawhorses on 28-February-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
The speeder trailer had nearly reached its new position in the machine shop on 28-February-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
The speeder trailer had completed its flipping operation in the machine shop as observed on 28-February-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Jason Pelton bolted the seating benches into position on the speeder trailer on 28-February-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Jason Pelton, Wilson Lau, and Michael Guy tested the seats in the speeder trailer on 28-February-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Wilson Lau and Richard Morrison measured fine adjustments to the speeder trailer on 14-March-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
The first layer of paint had gone on to the speeder trailer in the machine shop of the roundhouse on 14-March-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Dave Wetherald and Wilson Lau had mounted the drumhead on the speeder trailer on 14-March-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Wilson Lau prepared a temporary drumhead to demonstrate the concept on the speeder trailer on 14-March-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Mark Pompeo worked on putting another layer of paint on the speeder trailer on 14-March-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Wilson and Jason painted the battery box for the speeder trailer after its fabrication on 28-March-2009.

TRHA - Speeder Trailer
Jim Gardiner ground down the mounting screws after the battery box was attached to the speeder trailer on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Machine Shop
James Resor and Jason Pelton searched for tools during the work session in the machine shop on 7-February-2009.

TRHA - Hoist
A hoist had been installed on a ceiling I-beam in the machine shop of the John Street Roundhouse on 17-January-2009.

TRHA - Hoist
A closer look was attained at the hoist that had been installed in the machine shop on 17-January-2009.

TRHA - Hanging Broom
The hoist was put into service to secure the broom from unauthorized borrow in the machine shop on 7-February-2009.

TRHA - Machine Shop
A corner of the shop was cleaned out in anticipation of the arrival of the miniature locomotive on 14-February-2009.

TRHA - Machine Shop
Another look at the corner of the machine shop that had been cleaned for an anticipated use on 14-February-2009.

TRHA - Stove
This beautiful old stove was noted in the machine shop of the John Street Roundhouse on 14-February-2009.

TRHA - Blacksmith Shop
Arno Martens was already working on the locomotive in the Blacksmith Shop on 28-February-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
The two Michaels filled the boiler of the Sweet Creek with water for the first time on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
The smoke box of the Sweet Creek locomotive was inspected at the John Street Roundhouse on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
Bob Dickson inspected the cab of the Sweet Creek Locomotive at the John Street Roundhouse on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
The boiler pressure of the Sweet Creek locomotive reached 120 psi with unheated water on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
The boiler pressure of the Sweet Creek locomotive reached 150 psi during a leak test on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
Jon, Jim, and two Michaels worked on the dis-assembly of the locomotive for painting on 14-March-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
Jon continued with painting of parts as Arno looked at parts of the Sweet Creek locomotive on 28-March-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
After painting, the tender frame was returned to the tender chassis at the John Street Roundhouse on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
Jon and Arno used the hoist to lift the boiler of the Sweet Creek locomotive back onto the frame on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
Jon and Arno lowered the Sweet Creek locomotive boiler onto the frame on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
Arno managed the alignment as Jon lowered the Sweet Creek boiler with the hoist on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
Arno aligned various plumbing as the Sweet Creek boiler was lowered onto its frame on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
With one pipe aligned, Arno guided the next pipe into the appropriate position on the frame on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
Jon and Arno continued the process of lowering the boiler onto the frame of the Sweet Creek on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
Arno aligned the front of the boiler onto the frame of the Sweet Creek locomotive on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
The boiler of the Sweet Creek was safely returned to the frame as Jon and Arno continued work on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
The Sweet Creek locomotive was coming back together as observed toward the end of the session on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
Arno Marstens continued with the assembly of the plumbing on the Sweet Creek locomotive on 11-April-2009.

TRHA - Engine Lathe
Michael Guy and Bob Dickson worked to clean out the old engine lathe in the machine shop on 31-January-2009.

TRHA - Engine Lathe
Michael Guy turned on the old CP engine lathe for the first time in a quarter-century on 31-January-2009.

TRHA - Engine Lathe
Dave Wetherald, Michael Guy, and Bob Dickson inspected the newly-operational engine lathe on 31-January-2009.

TRHA - Engine Lathe
Canada Machinery Corporation was the manufacturer of the lathe, as noted on the storage door on 31-January-2009.

TRHA - Engine Lathe
This diagram helped explain the operation of the engine lathe, as observed on 31-January-2009.

TRHA - Engine Lathe
A second diagram provided additional information on the operation of the engine lathe as shown on 31-January-2009.

TRHA - Engine Lathe
This "war finish" label helped to date the vintage of the engine lathe to World War II, as noted on 31-January-2009.

TRHA - Engine Lathe
Bob Dickson and Jason Pelton worked on the cleaning of the engine lathe in the machine shop on 7-February-2009.

TRHA - Engine Lathe
Jason Pelton was again cleaning the engine lathe in the John Street Roundhouse machine shop on 14-February-2009.

TRHA - Engine Lathe
James Resor and Bob Dickson worked on the cleaning of the engine lathe as noted on 14-February-2009.

TRHA - Engine Lathe
James Resor worked on a portion of the engine lathe where the outer layer of paint had been removed on 14-February-2009.

TRHA - Cleaning Space
James Resor and Bob Dickson moved heavy materials out of the main machine shop space on 28-February-2009.

TRHA - Small Door
Paul Allison and Bob Dickson prepared to move a small door into a storage space on 28-February-2009.

TRHA - Large Door
A door was prepared for movement within the John Street Roundhouse machine shop on 28-February-2009.

TRHA - Large Door
The entire team was required to move the large door into position in the John Street Roundhouse on 28-February-2009.

TRHA - Moved Speeder
The new position of the speeder in the machine shop was observed on a sunny 28-February-2009.

TRHA - Running Conduit
James Resor worked on new electrical conduit in the machine shop of the John Street Roundhouse on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - Machine Shop
An overview of the machine shop of the John Street Roundhouse was obtained from the top of the office on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - Machine Shop
The tent area of the machine shop was observed from on top of the offices at roundhouse on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - Crossing Test
James Resor, Bob Dickson, Dan Garcia, and Jason Pelton gathered around a miniature railway crossing on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - Crossing Test
Michael and Jon worked on attaching test track to the crossing in the machine shop of the roundhouse on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - Crossing Test
Michael Guy drove a locomotive up to the crossing in the machine shop on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - Crossing Test
A distinctive clickety-clack was heard as the locomotive crossed the crossing on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - Crossing Test
The trucks of the miniature diesel locomotive crossed the perpendicular tracks in the machine shop on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - Crossing Test
Bob Dickson gave lantern signals as Michael Guy backed up in the locomotive at the machine shop on 7-March-2009.

TRHA - Crossing Test
Another Michael took the locomotive for a brief trip down the test track on 7-March-2008.

TRHA - Crossing Test
Jason Pelton was at the throttle as the locomotive again came down the test track in Toronto on 7-March-2008.

TRHA - Crossing Test
James Resor took his turn on testing the crossing with the locomotive on 7-March-2008.

TRHA - Switch Construction
The construction of the first switch for the miniature railway was viewed in the machine shop on 28-March-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
A closer look at the frog of the switch was taken during its construction in the machine shop on 28-March-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
Dan Garcia, Michael Guy, and Dave Wetherald looked over the plans for the switches in the "board room" on 28-March-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
Dan Garcia, Arno Marstens, and Dave Wetherald cut a rail to the correct length for use in a switch on 28-March-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
A close-up of the saw cutting the rail was taken in the John Street Roundhouse machine shop on 28-March-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
Arno Marstens ground down the surface of a rail for interfacing with the frog at the machine shop on 28-March-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
Three switches were under construction in the machine shop of the John Street Roundhouse on 28-March-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
Another view of the three switches in the machine shop of John Street Roundhouse on 28-March-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
Arno Marstens was again cutting and grinding rail for the switches using an angle grinder on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
The rail was viewed after Arno completed the cutting operation in the workshop on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
After a further step of grinding, the rail for the switch was again observed in the workshop on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
Bob Dickson drilled a hole in the rail for the switch after it had been shaped on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
With the processing completed, the rail was placed to the left of the frog (top in this view) on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
Dan Garcia used a torch to elevate the temperature of a rail for shaping in the workshop on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
The rail was heated to be bent into its intended position in the workshop on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
Bob Dickson pounded on the heated rail to form it into the proper configuration as observed on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
Jim, Richard, Dan, Jason and Bob worked on the assembly of a switch in the workshop on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
Richard Morrison ground on a piece of metal in the workshop of the John Street Roundhouse on 4-April-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
Bob Dickson continued the procession of grinding the rails for the switch construction on 11-April-2009.

TRHA - Switch Construction
Dan Garcia was again heating the rail in order to bend it into position for a switch on 11-April-2009.

TRHA - Heritage Bench
Richard Morrison posed with the "Heritage Bench," actually a church pew, that he had restored on 14-March-2009.

TRHA - Heritage Bench
Richard Morrison engaged in an activity appropriate for the history of the bench in the machine shop on 14-March-2009.

TRHA - Heritage Electrical Boxes
One of the cosmetically-restored heritage electrical boxes was photographed in the Leon's space on 14-March-2009.

TRHA - Heritage Electrical Boxes
This heritage electrical box was located on a pillar inside the John Street Roundhouse on 14-March-2009.

TRHA - Heritage Electrical Boxes
Most of the heritage electrical boxes were located along the walls of the John Street Roundhouse on 14-March-2009.

TRHA - Heritage Electrical Boxes
Another view of one of the heritage electrical boxes that had been cosmetically restored on 14-March-2009.

TRHA - Elwell-Parker Crane
The engine from the Elwell-Parker crane had been removed for overhaul at the roundhouse on 24-April-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Tracks
Another view of the Elwell-Parker crane was obtained before it left the John Street Roundhouse on 24-April-2009.

TRHA - TH&B Caboose
Toronto, Hamilton and Buffalo caboose #70 had its tarp partially removed as noted on 14-February-2009.

TRHA - TH&B Caboose
Richard Morrison, Bob Dickson, and Wilson Lau prepared to secure the TH&B caboose on 14-February-2009.

TRHA - TH&B Caboose
The interior of Toronto, Hamilton and Buffalo caboose #70 was observed before securing on 14-February-2009.

TRHA - TH&B Caboose
The interior of the cupola of Toronto, Hamilton and Buffalo caboose was observed on 14-February-2009.

TRHA - TH&B Caboose
Richard Morrison and Bob Dickson worked to secure the tarp back on top of the TH&B caboose on 14-February-2009.

TRHA - TH&B Caboose
The John Street Roundhouse turntable was observed from the back of the TH&B caboose on 14-February-2009.

TRHA - Don Station
The former Canadian Pacific Don Station sat in the snow on 10-January-2009, not long after being moved to the park.

TRHA - Cabin D
Cabin D also sat in the snow after being moved into a temporary position in the heritage park on 10-January-2009.

TRHA - Coaling Tower
With the coming of spring, restoration work began on the coaling tower at the John Street Roundhouse, seen 21-March-2009

TRHA - Coaling Tower
The re-bar was showing where restoration work would be taking place on the coaling tower, seen 21-March-2009.

TRHA - Coaling Tower
A look at the bottom of the coaling tower was obtained during the restoration work on 21-March-2009.

TRHA - Coaling Tower
Another look at the re-bar revealed by the restoration work on the coaling tower was taken on 21-March-2009.

TRHA - Coaling Tower
Concrete would soon hide this re-bar on the bottom of the coaling tower as observed in Toronto, Ontario on 21-March-2009

TRHA - Coaling Tower
Some of the re-bar in the column of the coaling tower was also revealed by restoration work on 21-March-2009.

TRHA - Coaling Tower
A closer look was obtained at the column of the coaling tower at the John Street Roundhouse on 21-March-2009.

TRHA - Coaling Tower
Scaffolding had surrounded the coaling tower at the roundhouse in advance of restoration work on 28-March-2009.

TRHA - Leon's Sign
A sign portending the opening of Leon's on 9-July was posted outside the roundhouse on 5-April-2009.

TRHA - Water Tank
Steam Whistle Brewing's logo decorated the water tank at the John Street Roundhouse on 28-February-2009.

TRHA - New Compressed Air Line
The new compressed air line was noted where it came to the surface outside the John Street Roundhouse on 5-April-2009.

TRHA - New Compressed Air Line
A closer look at the new compressed air line was taken where it came above ground on 5-April-2009.

TRHA - New Compressed Air Line
The new compressed air line was noted going inside the roundhouse near stall 17 on 5-April-2009.

TRHA - Turntable
The bottom of the turntable was observed in the ceiling of the parking lot of the convention centre on 5-April-2009.

TRHA - Turntable
Michael Guy provided training in the operation of the John Street Roundhouse turntable on 5-April-2009.

TRHA - Turntable
One of the two turntable engines was observed during the training session on 5-April-2009.

TRHA - Turntable
The bogies of the John Street Roundhouse turntable were observed through the notch outside the pit on 5-April-2009.

TRHA - Turntable
The railings and controls on the turntable on the John Street Roundhouse had been repainted on 11-April-2009.

TRHA - Turntable
The turntable control stand looked slightly different after re-painting with active controls red on 18-April-2009.

TRHA - Turntable
Jon operated the John Street Roundhouse turntable on a sunny but cold 5-April-2009.

TRHA - Turntable
John Guy operated the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 5-April-2009.

TRHA - Turntable
Dave Wetherald positioned the tongue of the turntable for a switching move as Michael Guy observed on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - Whitcomb
The TRHA's Whitcomb posed with Cabin D and Don Station in the background on a sunny 11-April-2009.

TRHA - Whitcomb
Whitcomb #1 smoked to life when started up at the roundhouse for a switching move on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - Whitcomb
The Whitcomb started shoving a wrapped Alco toward the turntable on a switching move on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - Switching Move
A wider view of the switching move unfolding at the John Street Roundhouse was taken on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - Switching Move
The switching move approached the temporary track moved into place at the edge of the turntable on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - Switching Move
The temporary connection to the turntable was observed before the switching move took place on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - Switching Move
Dave Wetherald directed the switching move as Michael Guy ran the Whitcomb on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - Switching Move
The first axle of the switching move moved over the temporary track as observed on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - Switching Move
The wheel of the first axle had landed on the transition rail to the turntable on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - Switching Move
The transition rail was tilting under the weight of the first axle as it moved onto the turntable on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - Switching Move
The transition track looked quite different after the switching operation on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - Whitcomb
The Whitcomb basked alone in the sun after the switching move at the roundhouse on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - Whitcomb
Michael Guy opened the hood doors on the Whitcomb to perform some maintenance on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - Whitcomb
The engine inside the Whitcomb could be observed after the doors were opened on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - Switching Move
The Whitcomb and the Alco were both on the turntable at the completion of the switching move on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - Switching Move
The Whitcomb and the Alco were viewed from the base of the turntable pit at the John Street Roundhouse on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - Switching Move
The Whitcomb was eased to a spot on the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - PNR Track Work
Workers from PNR Railworks laid out the steel ties outside the John Street Roundhouse on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - PNR Track Work
Two tracks worth of steel ties had been laid into position outside the John Street Roundhouse on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - PNR Track Work
A PNR Railworks truck with a stretch of rail moved into position at the John Street Roundhouse on 16-April-2009.

TRHA - PNR Track Work
Ditch lights were noted on the front of the PNR Railworks truck at the John Street Roundhouse on 18-April-2009.

TRHA - PNR Track Work
The PNR Railworks truck was parked outside the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto on 18-April-2009.

TRHA - PNR Track Work
Rails had been laid on five tracks at the John Street Roundhouse as observed on 18-April-2009.

TRHA - PNR Track Work
Another view of the five tracks laid at the John Street Roundhouse was obtained on 18-April-2009.

TRHA - PNR Track Work
A view back toward the turntable from the five laid tracks at the John Street Roundhouse was taken on 18-April-2009.

TRHA - PNR Track Work
The PNR Railworks ballast tamper was parked on the John Street Roundhouse turntable on 18-April-2009.

TRHA - PNR Track Work
A side view of the PNR Railworks ballast tamper was taken as it sat on the turntable on 18-April-2009.

TRHA - PNR Track Work
The John Street Roundhouse turntable was loaded with PNR Railworks railed equipment on 18-April-2009.

TRHA - PNR Track Work
The hi-rail dump truck sat on the rails of the John Street Roundhouse turntable on 18-April-2009.

TRHA - Board Carrying
Dave Wetherald carried plywood to the turntable to protect it from dripping fluids on 18-April-2009.

TRHA - Board Carrying
Michael Guy carried another piece of plywood to the turntable to protect it during construction on 18-April-2009.

TRHA - Turntable Ducks
A pair of mallard ducks investigated the suitability of the turntable for their needs on 22-April-2009.

TRHA - Turntable Ducks
The mallard duck couple received an early tourist view of the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse on 22-April-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Tracks
Progress had been made in laying tack around the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse as noted on 24-April-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Tracks
The John Street Roundhouse was actually looking almost like a railroad roundhouse when viewed on 24-April-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Tracks
The rail work had stopped just short of completing stall 32 at the John Street Roundhouse on 24-April-2009.

TRHA - Completed Brick Laying
A section of complete brick laying was noted outside stall 4 of the John Street Roundhouse on 22-May-2009.

TRHA - Completed Brick Laying
A closer view at the section of completed brick laying at the John Street Roundhouse was obtained on 22-May-2009.

TRHA - Completing Tracks
PNR Railworks crews loaded a hi-rail dump truck with ballast at the John Street Roundhouse on 27-May-2009.

TRHA - Completing Tracks
The hi-rail dump truck unloaded its ballast onto track #38 at the John Street Roundhouse on 27-May-2009.

TRHA - Completing Tracks
Track #38 at the John Street Roundhouse was observed after the initial dump of ballast onto the rails on 27-May-2009.

TRHA - Completing Tracks
To level the tracks, the PNR Railworks crew used surveying tools and a rail lifter on 27-May-2009.

TRHA - Completing Tracks
The first (far) rail of track #38 was raised to the correct height at the John Street Roundhouse on 27-May-2009.

TRHA - Completing Tracks
The second rail was lifted to the correct height on track #38 at the John Street Roundhouse on 27-May-2009.

TRHA - Completing Tracks
The ballast tamper started work to ensure that the Track #38 was at the correct height on 27-May-2009.

TRHA - Completing Tracks
The ballast tamper worked off the turntable on Track #38 at the John Street Roundhouse on 27-May-2009.

TRHA - Completing Tracks
Track #38 had a different pattern in the ballast after the ballast tamper completed its work on 27-May-2009.

TRHA - PNR Ballast Work
PNR Railworks moved some of their ballast equipment off the turntable during work on 22-May-2009.

TRHA - Completed Track
A view down a completed track through the turntable to roundhouse stall 9 was available for the first time on 22-May-200

TRHA - Miniature Railroad Surveying
The TRHA survey crew worked in Roundhouse Park to find the locations for the miniature railroad on 18-April-2009.

TRHA - Miniature Railroad Surveying
James Resor pounded a reference point into the pavement for the miniature railroad during surveying on 18-April-2009.

TRHA - Miniature Railroad Surveying
Jason Pelton, James Gardiner, and Dave Wetherald were helping survey the miniature railroad on 18-April-2009.

TRHA - Photo Night
More than a dozen members of the TRHA gathered for a photo night in Toronto, Ontario on 27-March-2009.

TRHA - Shovel Work
A shovel was working near Cabin D at the Toronto Railway Heritage Centre on 22-May-2009.

TRHA - Shovel Work
The shovel prepared to load a dump truck near the Cabin D tool shed at the John Street Roundhouse on 22-May-2009.

TRHA - Shovel Work
The shovel loaded a dump truck with material near Cabin D at the Toronto Railway Heritage Centre on 22-May-2009.

TRHA - Shovel Work
The shovel continued with the loading of the dump truck at the Toronto Railway Heritage Centre on 22-May-2009.

TRHA - Equipment Outside
Various equipment was stored outside the John Street Roundhouse before Doors Open positioning started on 22-May-2009.

TRHA - Doors Open
Wilson Lau and Dave Wetherald rolled the speeder trailer out of the roundhouse for Doors Open on 23-May-2009.

TRHA - Doors Open
The last speeder ride during Doors Open at the John Street Roundhouse rode the turntable on 24-May-2009.

TRHA - Doors Open
The final Doors Open speeder ride was rotated on the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse on 24-May-2009.

TRHA - Union Station
The TRHA's displays at Union Station were observed soon after they were set up on 23-May-2009.

TRHA - Union Station
Early visitors checked out the displays on the history of Union Station in Toronto during Doors Open on 23-May-2009.

TRHA - Union Station
Historian Derek Boles explained the displays of Union Station's history in the Great Hall on 23-May-2009.
Early Spring in Ontario, 2009

Toronto - Humber Reflection
The towers at the mouth of the Humber River reflected into Humber Bay of Lake Ontario in Toronto on 17-March-2009.

Toronto - St. Joseph's Crane
A crane lifted a power unit to the top of St. Joseph's Medical Center in Toronto, Ontario on 17-March-2009.

Toronto - Gardiner Light Bulb Changes
Ever wonder how to change the bulbs on the light towers along the Gardiner Expressway in Toronto seen on 17-March-2009?

Toronto - Gardiner Light Bulb Changes
The light fixtures actually descend to allow the bulbs to be changed, as observed in Toronto, Ontario on 17-March-2009.

Toronto - Gardiner Light Bulb Changes
The light fixture had almost reached the bottom of the tower in Toronto, Ontario when observed on 17-March-2009.

Toronto - Gardiner Light Bulb Changes
The maintainers could easily access the bulbs after the fixture had lowered to near ground level on 17-March-2009.

Toronto - Gardiner Light Bulb Changes
After the maintenance was completed, the fixture was raised back up the tower, as observed on 17-March-2009.

Toronto - Gardiner Light Bulb Changes
The fixture had made it about half way back up the tower along the Gardiner Expressway on 17-March-2009.

Toronto - Gardiner Light Bulb Changes
The fixture continued its climb back up the tower to its normal position in Toronto, Ontario on 17-March-2009.

Toronto - Gardiner Light Bulb Changes
The light fixture had almost returned to the top of the tower along the Gardiner Expressway on 17-March-2009.

Toronto - Gardiner Light Bulb Changes
The lights turned back on after the fixture had returned to the top of the tower as seen on 17-March-2009.

Toronto - Rogers Centre Worker
Was that someone walking on the roof of the Rogers Centre in Toronto, Ontario on 5-April-2009?

Toronto - Rogers Centre Worker
A worker was indeed performing some sort of task on the roof of the Rogers Centre in Toronto, Ontario on 5-April-2009.

Toronto - Steam Whistle Bus
A 1965 Ford bus, nicknamed the "Party Bus," was noted at the Steam Whistle Brewery in Toronto, Ontario on 5-April-2009.

Toronto - Bills Series
This poster showed why Buffalo was very suspicious of games played by the NFL Bills in Toronto on 21-March-2009.

Toronto - Bills Series
A close-up of the logo of the NFL Bills used for the Toronto Series was observed at the Rogers Centre on 21-March-2009.

Toronto - Bolivar Sculpture
This statue of Simon Bolivar in Toronto's Trinity-Bellwoods Park had been defaced by graffiti on 21-March-2009.

Toronto - Liberal Sign
This sign with a very liberal theme was noted along Dundas Street west of Little Italy in Toronto on 21-March-2009.

Toronto - Hospital Quiet Sign
This "Hospital Quite" sign was found on Runnymede Road in Toronto near a hospital in a former school on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - No Access Sign
An unusual alternative to a "No Exit" or "Dead End" sign was found near High Park Avenue on 27-April-2009.

Toronto - Bloor Village Welcome
This welcome message was carved into a planter along Bloor Street near Kennedy on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Bloor Village Welcome
A few planters away, the same message was found in French on 10-April-2009--what would you expect in Canada?

Toronto - Pontiac
What appeared to be a 1966 Pontiac Catalina sat at a garage on Jane Street in Toronto, Ontario on 31-March-2009.

Swansea - George Jardine
George E. Jardine read with Flo Thomspon providing accompaniment at the Swansea Historical Society on 1-April-2009.

Swansea - George Jardine
George E. Jardine spoke to the Swansea Historical Society about his book on growing up in West Toronto on 1-April-2009.

Swansea - Flo Thompson
Flo Thompson provided musical accompaniment as George Jardine spoke at the Swansea Historical Society on 1-April-2009.

Swansea - George Jardine
The audience at the Swansea Historical Society rose to sing during a break in the presentation on 1-April-2009.

Swansea - George Jardine
George Jardine smiled as tales were told of radio drama at the Swansea Historical Society on 1-April-2009.

Toronto - Amaral
Professor John Amaral from Massachusetts smiled during his visit to Toronto, Ontario on 26-April-2009.

Toronto - Walk of Fame
John Amaral checked out the Canadian Walk of Fame along King Street West in Toronto, Ontario on 26-April-2009.

Toronto - Amaral at Hard Rock
John Amaral posed outside Toronto's Hard Rock Caf?? at Yonge-Dundas Square on the evening of 20-April-2009.

Toronto - Tylenol Ad
A very interesting advertisement for Tylenol was found at Yonge-Dundas Square in Toronto, Ontario on 20-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday
A streetcar stopped in the middle of crowds along College Street before the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday
This streetcar amusing showed the wrong route and "short turn" on College Street in Toronto on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A police car cleared the way for the Good Friday Procession Toronto, Ontario's Little Italy on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Italian flag blocked a view of the other flags at the front of the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A cross was carried at the opening of the Good Friday Procession through Little Italy in Toronto on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
St. Francis of Assisi sponsored many of the explanatory signs in the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The St. Francis of Assisi Band set the mourning tone of the Good Friday Procession in Toronto on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Supporters of Jesus marched in the Good Friday Procession through Little Italy in Toronto on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Signs like this one on the apostles gathering told the tale of Good Friday throughout the procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Many groups participated in the Good Friday Procession including Madonna Bella Catena on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The group from St. Rochs famously sang and chanted in Latin and Italian in the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Jesus' arrest after the betrayal by Judas was depicted in the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Romans involved in the arrest of Jesus were portrayed in the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The first statue of the Good Friday Procession was carried down College Street in Toronto, Ontario on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Jesus was portrayed on his trip to see Pontius Pilate and King Herod in the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Followers of Jesus trailed him after his arrest as portrayed in the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Brilliant yellow costumes were worn by members of the San Francesco di Paola club on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The La Motta Social Club walked in the Good Friday Procession through Little Italy in Toronto, Ontario on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Roman soldiers taunted Jesus as they led him in the Good Friday Procession through Little Italy on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Jesus stumbled forward as the Roman soldiers abused him walking down College Street in Toronto on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
One of the traditions of the Good Friday Procession was the abuse of Jesus by Roman soldiers, seen on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Roman soldiers struggled with Jesus during the Good Friday Procession in Toronto, Ontario on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The next statue in the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009 depicted Jesus' march to see Pontius Pilate.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Romans condemned Jesus to death as portrayed in the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Jesus and Barabbas were amongst the convicted criminals led away by the Roman soldiers on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Barabbas was selected to be pardoned during passover rather than Jesus as portrayed on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A thief was portrayed in the group with Jesus and Barabbas in the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The cross was carried to the crucifixion of Jesus Christ as portrayed in Toronto, Ontario on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Simone of Cyrene was had been selected to carry the cross to the crucifixion as portrayed on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Simone of Cyrene was whipped by the Roman soldiers as he carried the cross for Jesus' crucifixion on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A quilt with the image of Jesus Christ was carried in the Good Friday Procession in Toronto, Ontario on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Another set of followers trailed Jesus and Simone of Cyrene toward the crucifixion on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
More followers of Jesus Christ walked down College Street in Toronto during the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Cattolica Eraclea Social Club carried the next statue showing the carrying of the cross on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Federal Liberal Leader Michael Ignatieff, who represented a Toronto riding, walked in the procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Canada's Opposition Leader, Michael Ignatieff, and his wife walked in the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The National Congress of Italian Canadians had its veterans walking in the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The San Romeo Social Club had a large presence in the Good Friday Procession in Toronto, Ontario on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
One of the many signs explaining the Good Friday story was carried down College Street on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A statue portraying Jesus on the cross was carried solemnly in the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A statue of Mary, mother of Jesus, was carried down College Street in Toronto, Ontario on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A depiction of Jesus off the crucifixion cross was carried in the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Malta Band participated in the Good Friday Procession through Little Italy in Toronto, Ontario on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A statue of the physical body of Jesus was carried in the Good Friday Procession in Toronto, Ontario on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
One of the more flamboyant social clubs in the Good Friday Procession followed the body of Jesus on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
More of the Italian community walked in the Good Friday Procession down College Street on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A Catholic cross was carried in the Good Friday Procession through Little Italy in Toronto, Ontario on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
This group portrayed the waiting for the return of the lord after the crucifixion of Jesus on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The body of Jesus Christ was conveyed to his burial as presented in the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Mary followed the body of Jesus toward the burial as observed in the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
More followers of Jesus Christ followed Mary down College Street in Toronto, Ontario on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Confratern Band provided the final mood-setting music in the Good Friday Procession on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Crowds entered College Street to follow the end of the Good Friday Procession in Toronto, Ontario on 10-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Toronto Police's equestrian unit opened the Beaches Easter Parade on Queen Street East on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Community Centre 55 from the beaches contributed this moose to the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A child blew bubbles on the sidewalk of Queen Street East while watching the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Police Pipe Band marched past Fire Station 227 during the Easter Parade in Toronto on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Toronto Fire Colour Guard passed Fire Station 227 during the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Toronto Fire Colour Guard passed one of its prominent stations during the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A photographer had a precarious perch at Fire Station 227 during the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Canadian Legion Pipe Band passed Fire Station 227 during the Beaches Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Emergency Management Service Honour Guard marched in the Toronto Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A 1954 Packard ambulance passed Fire Station 227 during the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The 1954 Packard ambulance drove down Queen Street East during the Beaches Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A 1966 Pontiac ambulance passed Fire Station 227 in Toronto, Ontario during the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A 1970s Dodge ambulance drove in the Beaches Easter Parade down Queen Street East on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A modern Chevrolet ambulance participated the in the Beaches Easter Parade on Queen Street East on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A strange-looking brown bunny ambled down Queen Street East during the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The National Bank of Canada sponsored the Dog Day portion of the Easter Parade through the Beaches on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Lions Club Citizen of the Year rode in a Mercedes down Queen Street East in the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Central Scarborough Lions Club contributed their 1929 Rugby fire truck to the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
"Hoppy Easter" was the message from Lick's Restaurant on Queen Street East during the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Lick's bunny walked down Queen Street East during the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Lindt chocolate Gold Bunny Smart car drove down Queen Street East in the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Gilchrist School of Irish Dance performed their way down Queen Street East in the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Bugs Bunny appeared atop the Community Link automobile in the Beaches Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Toronto Employment Services contributed a large group to the Beaches Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Historical scenes from eastern Toronto were on display on this truck in the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Woodgreen Community contributed these bunnies to the Beaches Easter Parade on Queen Street East on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A parade has to have politicians; city councilperson Sandra Bussin was advertised in the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Toronto Signals Band Colour Guard marched down Queen Street East in the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Toronto Signals Band performed in the Beaches Easter Parade on on a sunny 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Park Legion Colour Guard marched down Queen Street East in Toronto, Ontario during the Easter Parade on 12-April-200

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Scarborough Fire Museum drove its 1937 Ford Seagrave truck in the Easter Parade in Toronto on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A child was noted twirling along the sidewalk of Queen Street East during the Easter Parade in Toronto on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Al-EX the beaver, the mascot of the Canadian National Exhibition, participated in the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Nerds on Site got into the Easter spirit with the decoration of their vehicle for the parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Unicyclists participated in the Beaches Easter Parade on Queen Street East in Toronto on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Toronto Interiors seemed to have ducks confused with bunnies on their vehicle in the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Malvern Band marched down Queen Street East during the Beaches Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Canadian Coast Guard Auxiliary displayed this watercraft during the Beaches Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A Canadian Coastguardsman ran to catch up with his boat during the Beaches Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Seagull Classic Reproductions contributed this interesting tea party float to the Beaches Easter Parade on 12-April-2009

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Ashbridges Bay Yacht Club entry in the Easter Parade had a Looney Tunes theme on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The York Lions Steel Band performed on its trip down Queen Street East in the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Stonehedge Foundation's truck had the biggest bunny ears to be seen in the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
This small replica of a portion of Stonehedge was the Stonehedge Foundation's float in the Easter Parade on 12-April-200

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Balmy Beach Club displayed these canoes during the Easter Parade in Toronto on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Not So Pro Sports was behind this mobile volleyball game moving with the Easter Parade in Toronto on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The mobile volleyball game continued down Queen Street East in Toronto, Ontario in the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Not So Pro Sports' old Dodge Power Wagon van drove down Queen Street East in the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Canadian Scouts marched in the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Shriner's Train was a fixture in Toronto parades, including the Beaches Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Pizza Pizza man grooved to the music from the Shiner's Train during the Easter Parade in Toronto on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A 1949 Ford Taxi drove down Queen Street East during the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Cycle Solutions brought out its stunt bicycle riders for the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Another stunt rider from Cycle Solutions performed on Queen Street East during the Beaches Easter Parade on 12-April-200

Toronto - Easter Parade
A leaping leprechaun performed his way down the Easter Parade route for the O'Connor Irish House on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The East Beach Community Association had an interesting presence in the Beaches Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A pastel-colored inner tube was part of the East Beach Community Association in the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The large Falun Dafa Band participated in the Beaches Easter Parade down Queen Street East in Toronto on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Ed's Real Scoop contributed its Triumph TR6 car from the UK to the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Standard Life sponsored this "Assault on Dakar" vehicle in the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A bit of species confusion was found on this dog with rabbit ears in the Beaches Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Fun Places in Toronto Guidebook sponsored this entry in the Beaches Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A gingerbread man walked down Queen Street East during the Easter Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A 1967 Ford Ranchero carried a go-cart racer down Queen Street East during the Beaches Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
An interesting rendition of a Red Baron aircraft on a bicycle was in the Easter Parade in Toronto on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A walking mattress is a rare thing, and the Keetsa Walking Mattress was in the Beaches Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Community News, one of the few supposedly-healthy newspaper chains in Canada, was in the Easter Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The President of the Beaches Lions Club, sponsor of the Easter Parade, rode down Queen Street East on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Toronto Beaches Lions Club contributed this float to the Easter Parade held on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The end of the Easter Parade passed the Beach United Church, once Kew Beach Church, in Toronto on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Easter Bunny rode at the end of the Easter Parade down Queen Street East in Toronto, Ontario on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Kew Gardens
The Kew Gardens were located between Queen Street East and Lake Ontario in the Beaches neighborhood on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Kew Gardens Gazebo
The Gazebo in Kew Gardens in Toronto, Ontario was noted after the Beaches Parade on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Kew Gardens Fountain
The William D. Young Memorial Fountain, named after a local philanthropist, was noted in the Kew Gardens on 12-April-200

Toronto - Kew Gardens Tree
This tree was one of several that had not survived the winter in the Kew Gardens in Toronto, Ontario on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Beaches
A wide view of the beaches in the the eastern portion of Toronto, looking toward downtown, was taken on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Beaches
The skyline of Toronto was viewed across Ashbridges Bay in the Beaches neighborhood of Toronto on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Dog Fence
The fence separating the area for the dog leash-free area from the general beach was noted on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Lake Ontario
Lake Ontario was observed from the Beaches neighborhood in Toronto, Ontario on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Lake Ontario
Lake Ontario looked remarkably clear when observed from the eastern portion of Toronto, Ontario on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Cove
An attractive cove was noted along the beaches of Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 12-April-2009.

Toronto - Beach Boardwalk View
The boardwalk along Lake Ontario in the Beaches area of Toronto, Ontario was observed on 12-April-2009.

Scenery - King Street View
The CN Tower loomed in the distance from construction at King Street in Toronto, Ontario viewed on 16-April-2009.

Scenery - GO Bloor Station
The GO Bloor station on the Georgetown Line was viewed from a train on the Milton Line on 16-April-2009.

Scenery - Dupont View
Dupont Street in Toronto, Ontario was viewed from a passing Milton Line GO train on 16-April-2009.

Scenery - Hydro Corridor
The Hydro power line corridor near Scarlett Road in Toronto, Ontario was viewed from a passing GO train on 16-April-2009

Scenery - Humber River
The Humber River in Toronto, Ontario was viewed from a passing GO Milton Line train on 16-April-2009.

Scenery - Royal York
Royal York Avenue in Toronto, Ontario was viewed from a passing GO Milton Line train on 16-April-2009.

Scenery - Etobicoke Creek
Etobicoke Creek marked the boundary between Toronto and Mississauga, Ontario as seen from a GO train on 16-April-2009.

Scenery - Hurontario Street
Downtown Mississauga was viewed from Hurontario Street near the Cooksville GO station on 16-April-2009.

Scenery - Fields
The scenery seen from the GO train finally turned to farm fields just east of Milton, Ontario on 16-April-2009.

Scenery - Milton Constrution
New housing was under construction south of the CP Galt Subdivision tracks in Milton, Ontario on 16-April-2009.

Scenery - GO Unloading at Milton
A large crowd poured from GO train #153 after its arrival at Milton, Ontario on 16-April-2009.

Mississauga - Square One Bus Terminal
The Square One Bus Terminal for Mississauga Transit in Mississauga, Ontario was photographed on 4-April-2009.

Guelph - Founding Sign
This sign from the Ontario Heritage Trust described the founding of Guelph, Ontario as observed on 25-April-2009.

Guelph - Galt Sign
Another nearby sign in Guelph, Ontario, summarized the life of John Galt who founded the city, seen on 25-April-2009.

Guelph - La Guayra Marker
This historical marker in Guelph, Ontario described the impact of immigrants from La Guayra as observed on 25-April-2009

Guelph - Time Line Water Line
This 2000-era sculpture, called Time Line Water Line by John McEwan, was a time capsule in Guelph on 24-April-2009.

Guelph - Grand Trunk Bridge
The Grand Trunk bridge in Guelph, Ontario was designed to be double-tracked but had only one track on 25-April-2009.

Guelph - Grand Trunk Bridge
The Grand Trunk bridge over the Speed River in Guelph, Ontario was operated by the Goderich-Exeter on 25-April-2009.

Guelph - Railroad Bridges
The Guelph Junction (ex-Canadian Pacific) and Goderich-Exeter (ex-Canadian National) bridges were seen on 25-April-2009.

Guelph - Speed River
A dam in the Speed River near the Grand Trunk bridge was noted in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Guelph - Heritage Park
This sign marked the entrance to Heritage Park near the Speed River in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Guelph - Heritage Park
The rebuilt remains of Allan's Mill were the primary feature of Heritage Park in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Guelph - Heritage Park
This sign described the history of Allan's Mill in what is now Heritage Park in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Guelph - Mill Building
This old mill building had been converted into a light industrial facility along the Speed River on 25-April-2009.

Guelph - Speed River
This was the view of the Speed River from the excursion train prior to its departure from Guelph on 25-April-2009.

Guelph - Arched Bridge
An arched pedestrian bridge over the Speed River in Guelph, Ontario was viewed from the excursion train on 25-April-2009

Scenery - Speed River
The Speed River was substantially hidden behind trees as the train ran north from Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - End of Track
Fields surrounded the line near the end of track three miles north of Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Industrial Lead
The train turned off the mainline to begin some rare miles over industrial trackage in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Woodlawn Road
The excursion train crossed Woodlawn Road in Guelph, Ontario approaching the industrial area on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Interchange Track
The second track in this view was an interchange track with the Goderich-Exeter Railway on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Railfan Family
A family of railroad enthusiasts observed the train running on the industrial leads in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Dawson Road
Running down the North Lead track, the excursion train crossed Dawson Road in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Gerdau Ameristee
One of the industries with rail service was the recycler Gerdau Ameristee in Guelph, Ontario seen on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Lift Distributorship
A sea of hydraulic lifts was found at an industry along the rare-mile trackage in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Hanlon Expressway
The excursion train crossed the Hanlon Expressway on the North Lead industrial track in Guelph on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Crane
A rather large overhead crane was noted at one of the industries off the North Lead in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Imperial Road
Continuing through the industrial area, the train crossed Imperial Road on the North Lead on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - North Lead
A solitary Corvette was noted in a parking lot in the industrial area of Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - North Lead
The scenery was not exactly photogenic as the train reached the end of the North Lead in Guelph on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Purolator
A Purolator facility was viewed as the train returned east on the North Lead in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Norval Road
The excursion train crossed Norval Road as it headed forward on the North Lead in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Electrical Substation
The train passed an electrical substation as it moved onto the South Lead in Guelph, Ontario as noted on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Dawson Road
Now on the South Lead, the excursion train again crossed Dawson Road in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Reactor
An interesting reactor plant was viewed from the train during rare miles in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Hanlon Expressway
The train again crossed Hanlon Expressway, this time on the South Lead in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Guelph Tool
A distribution center at the Guelph Tool facility was seen from the train on the South Lead in Guelph on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Lewis Court
The excursion train crossed Lewis Court on the South Lead of the industrial area of Guelph on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Alpha Owens Corning
An active rail customer in Guelph was the Alpha Owens Corning facility noted on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Norval Road
After reaching the end of the South Lead, the train backed past Norval Road in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - North Lead Wye
The excursion train had traversed all legs of the North Lead wye in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Woodlawn Road
Leaving the industrial area, the train again crossed Woodlawn Road, Ontario highway 6, on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Skyjack Spur
A single track ran to a facility owned by Skyjack in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009; it had once been served by two.

Scenery - Guelph Industrial Switch
The excursion train continued backing and approached the mainline switch in Guelph, Ontario as noted on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Bailey Park
The excursion train ran past Bailey Park in Guelph, Ontario which was quiet on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Tiffany Street
Tiffany Street was a typical residential street passed by the excursion train running through Guelph on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Cardigan Street
An older stone building now stood as a home on Cardigan Street in Guelph, Ontario, seen from the train on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Guelph Mills
A former mill building had been transformed into a loft development in Guelph, passed by the train on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Church of Our Lady Immaculate
The Church of Our Lady Immaculate had a prominent presence over Guelph, Ontario as seen from the train on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Wall
The remaining wall from a speed skating arena that had burned down remained in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Heritage Park
Heritage Park in Guelph, Ontario was viewed from the passing excursion train on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - York Road
The excursion train crossed York Road which served as Highway 7 in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Eramosa River
The excursion train crossed the Eramosa River south of Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Excursion - Arkell Run-by
The "Guelph Junction Express" allowed its passengers off for a photo run-by north of Arkell, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Excursion - Arkell Run-by
Rare Alco locomotives, Ontario Southland RS-18u #182 and RS-23 #506, led the excursion train near Arkell on 25-April-200

Excursion - Arkell Run-by
A former Budd RDC self-propelled car, now converted to a trailing coach, was the last car in the train on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Farm
A farm near Arkell, Ontario was passed by the excursion train on its southbound trip on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Pond
The excursion train passed a pond south of Arkell, Ontario on its journey on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Cows
A group of cows was noted north of Corwhin, Ontario as the train continued its southbound journey on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Pond
The train passed another pond as it approached Guelph Junction, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Guelph Junction Wye
The train passed the wye for turning the train in Guelph Junction, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Guelph Junction
A former section house still stood across the Canadian Pacific mainline at Guelph Junction, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Excursion - Guelph Junction
The "Guelph Junction Express" posed for photos upon arrival at Guelph Junction, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Excursion - Guelph Junction
The engineer on the "Guelph Junction Express" leaned out of the locomotive at Guelph Junction, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Excursion - Guelph Junction
At Guelph Junction, the train coupled to a privately-owned, 1929-era former Canadian Pacific car on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Guelph Junction
An Ontario Southland RS-23 locomotive sat outside the Guelph Junction, Ontario shops on 25-April-2009.

Guelph Junction - Ontario Southland Truck
A modern Ontario Southland hi-rail truck, used for line maintenance, was noted in Guelph Junction on 25-April-2009.

Guelph Junction - Railpast Chase Vehicle
A van labeled as the "Railpast Chase Vehicle" was noted in Guelph Junction, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Tracks at Guelph Junction
The tracks of the Guelph Junction Railway, looking north toward highway 401 were seen at Guelph Junction on 25-April-200

Scenery - Pond
Heading north again, the train passed a pond north of Guelph Junction, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Farm
The excursion train passed another farm near Moffat, Ontario on its northbound trip on 25-April-2009.

Excursion - Interior
The interior of the coaches on the Guelph Junction Express looked as seen in this view on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Railfan Horses
A pair of railfan horses observed the train passing near Corwhin, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Excursion - Corwhin Run-by
The train backed far into the distance before another photo run-by was held near Corwhin, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Excursion - Corwhin Run-by
The excursion train came into full sight during the photo run-by near Corwhin, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Excursion - Corwhin Run-by
The Ontario Southland locomotives led the four-car excursion train near Corwhin, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Excursion - Corwhin Run-by
Ontario Southland RS-18u #182 and RS-23 #506 led the excursion train past the crowd at Corwhin, Ontario on 25-April-2009

Excursion - Corwhin Run-by
1929-era former Canadian Pacific observation car #24 passed the crowds at Corwhin, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Excursion - Corwhin Run-by
Some of the railroad enthusiasts who left the train to take pictures during the photo run-by were noted on 25-April-2009

Scenery - Fields
The fields were turning green to the east of the tracks near Arkell, Ontario as seen from the train on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Eramosa River
The excursion train came up to the Eramosa River south of Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Eramosa River
The excursion train crossed the Eramosa River as it returned to Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Eramosa River
A final look at the Eramosa River was obtained as the "Guelph Junction Express" headed for Guelph on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - York Road
The train crossed York Road, also Ontario highway 7, in Guelph, Ontario on its return trip on 25-April-2009.

Scenery - Speed River
The train crossed the Speed River near Heritage Park in Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Guelph - Arched Bridge
The arched pedestrian bridge over the Speed River was noted near downtown Guelph, Ontario on 25-April-2009.

Guelph - Excursion Train
The "Guelph Junction Express" sat in Guelph after completing its run over the Guelph Junction Railway on 25-April-2009.

Guelph - Excursion Train
Former Canadian Pacific observation car #24 sat in Guelph, Ontario after completing its run on 25-April-2009.
Trip to the West Coast, Spring 2009

Denver - Airport Sculpture
Leni Schwendigger's sculpture "Deep Time/Deep Space, a Subterranean Journey" was at Denver's Terminal A on 29-April-2009

Aerial - Boulder
The red roofs at the University of Colorado were part of the view of Boulder, Colorado from the air on 29-April-2009.

Aerial - Boulder
The snow-capped Front Range was at left, the town of Boulder, Colorado at right in this aerial view on 29-April-2009.

Aerial - Front Range
The Front Range of the Rocky Mountains in Colorado were covered in snow as viewed from the air on 29-April-2009.

Aerial - Colorado River
An aerial view of the Colorado River was obtained near Bond, Colorado on 29-April-2009.

Aerial - Donner Lake
Donner Lake in the Sierra Nevada Mountains of California was viewed from the air on 29-April-2009.

Aerial - Cape Horn
Cape Horn, California on the original transcontinental railroad was at the center of this aerial on 29-April-2009.

Aerial - Colfax
Colfax, California was at lower right and Rollins Reservoir on the Bear River at top in this aerial on 29-April-2009.

Roseville - Storage Line
A long string of stored locomotives in Roseville, California included SD70M's built in 2004 on 29-April-2009.

Excursion - Roseville
Union Pacific 4-8-4 steam locomotive #844 was resting in Roseville, California on 29-April-2009.

Excursion - Roseville
The Roseville, California station was in the background of this view of Union Pacific locomotive #844 on 29-April-2009.

Excursion - American River
The steam excursion came into sight crossing the American River in Sacramento, California on 30-April-2009.

Excursion - American River
The Union Pacific steam excursion crossed the former Western Pacific bridge over the American River on 30-April-2009.

Excursion - American River
The matched set of armour yellow equipment in the Union Pacific train crossed the American River on 30-April-2009.

Excursion - American River
The business car "Cheyenne" brought up the rear of the Union Pacific train at the American River on 30-April-2009.

Excursion - Oroville
A crowd had gathered around the Union Pacific locomotive after its arrival in Oroville, California on 30-April-2009.

Excursion - Oroville
The end of the train sat above Oroville Dam Boulevard in Oroville, California on 30-April-2009.

Scenery - North Fork Bridge
A Union Pacific freight train crossed the North Fork Bridge over the Feather River at Intake, California on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - North Fork Bridge
The steam excursion train crossed the North Fork Bridge over the Feather River at Intake, California on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - North Fork Bridge
The North Fork Bridge was the longest concrete arch railroad bridge in the United States on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - North Fork Bridge
Smoke coming out of the 8800-foot tunnel #8 was still at right at the North Fork Bridge on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Intake
The Union Pacific steam excursion train rounded a curve near Intake, California in the Feather River Canyon on 2-May-200

Excursion - Intake
A string of armour yellow appeared precarious on the hillside near Intake, California on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Rock Creek Trestle
The steam excursion train crossed the Rock Creek Trestle in the heart of the Feather River Canyon on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Rock Creek Trestle
Union Pacific steam locomotive #844 put on a show at the Rock Creek Trestle on the former Western Pacific on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Rock Creek Trestle
The dome coach "Walter Dean" was part of the Union Pacific train crossing the Rock Creek Trestle on 2-May-2009.

Scenery - Bucks Creek Powerhouse
Original owner Pacific Gas and Electric was prominently displayed on the Bucks Creek Powerhouse on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Tobin Twin Bridges
The Union Pacific steam train crossed the Feather River at the Tobin Twin Bridges in Tobin, California on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Tobin Twin Bridges
The dome car "Walter Dean" crossed the North Fork of the Feather River at Tobin, California on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Tobin
The Union Pacific steam train ran along the North Fork of the Feather River east of Tobin, California on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Honeymoon Tunnels
Union Pacific steam locomotive #844 passed between the Honeymoon Tunnels near Belden, California on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Honeymoon Tunnels
The "water bottle" auxiliary tender with the US flag was prominent between the Honeymoon Tunnels on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Honeymoon Tunnels
The "Water Dean" dome car passed between the Honeymoon Tunnels near Belden, California on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Twain
Union Pacific 4-8-4 steam locomotive #844 led its train along a rock shelf near Twain, California on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Keddie Wye
The Union Pacific excursion train stopped on the bridge at Keddie, California for a ceremony on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Caltrans Truck
The California Department of Transportation used these trucks to warn travelers of railfans on route 70 on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Williams Loop
The Union Pacific excursion came underneath the its own tracks at Williams Loop, California on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Williams Loop
A closer look at Union Pacific #844, a 1944 Alco product, was obtained at Williams Loop, California on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Williams Loop
Railfans lined the right-of-way as Union Pacific #844 rounded the upper level of the Williams Loop on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Clio Trestle
At 147 feet in height, the Clio Trestle was the highest bridge on the former Western Pacific on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Clio Trestle
The Union Pacific steam train crossed the 1005 foot-long Clio Trestle east of Clio, California on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Clio Trestle
Most of the Union Pacific steam train was in sight as it crossed the Clio Trestle on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Portola
The Union Pacific steam train backed into the house track at Portola, California to complete its run on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Portola
The Union Pacific steam train had completed its journey for the day at Portola, California on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Portola
Fireman and backup engineer Ed Dickens peered from the cab of #844 at Portola, California on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Portola
The Western Pacific Railroad Museum greeted the UP special with this banner at Portola, California on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Portola
Former Western Pacific Alco S4 #563 was noted in fresh paint at the museum in Portola, California on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Portola
Chuck Gleich pointed to the mud on his new Ford Explorer after a day chasing the train on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Portola
Mud was visible on the side of Chuck Gleich's new Ford Explorer at Portola, California on 2-May-2009.

Portola - Hillside
It definitely wasn't Hollywood, but a large "P" was noted on the hillside above Portola, California on 2-May-2009.

Excursion - Portola
Union Pacific SD70ACe #1983 wearing Western Pacific tribute paint was next to #844 in Portola, California on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Portola
Union Pacific's never-retired steam locomotive #844 blew off some steam at Portola, California on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Portola
Conductor Reed Jackson and Ed Dickens were in the vestibule of dome car at Portola, California on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Portola
The Union Pacific steam train entered the mainline at the east end of Portola, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Portola
The residential section of Portola, California was viewed from the departing steam train on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Portola
A line of railfans watched the Union Pacific steam train as it departed Portola, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Portola
Photographers lined the end of the street to watch the departure of the train from Portola, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Middle Fork Feather River
Leaving Portola, California the train followed the Middle Fork of the Feather River on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Middle Fork Feather River
The Union Pacific train followed a curve in the Middle Fork of the Feather River east of Portola on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Portola
Union Pacific steam locomotive #844 was working without diesel assistance east of Portola, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Middle Fork Feather River
Some photographers came out along the Middle Fork of the Feather River east of Portola, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Rocky Point
The terrain became somewhat rough around Rocky Point, California as viewed from the train on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Rocky Point
Photographers took in one of the last accessible mountain views of the train near Rocky Point, California on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Rocky Point
Smoke from the locomotive framed the train on a straight section east of Rocky Point, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Beckwourth
The scenery widened out into a valley as observed from the train near Beckworth, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Middle Fork Feather River
The train crossed the Middle Fork of the Feather River in a wide valley section near Beckwourth, California on 5-May-200

Scenery - Loyalton Lead
The branch to Loyalton, California was visible in the distance as observed from the train in Hawley on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Hawley
The small town of Hawley, California was observed in the distance as the train continued east on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Hawley
A farm was photographed in the valley east of Hawley, California as viewed from the train on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Hawley
Trees had almost completely disappeared from the landscape as observed east of Hawley, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Chilcoot
Highway 70 was the right-of-way in the background observed west of Chilcoot, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Chilcoot
The Union Pacific steam train raced past the small town of Chilcoot, California eastbound on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Chilcoot Tunnel
The steam train prepared to traverse the 6000-foot Chilcoot Tunnel under Beckwourth Pass on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Reno Junction
After passing through the Chilcoot Tunnel, the steam train rounded a curve at Reno Junction, California on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Reno Junction
Union Pacific steam locomotive #844 turned its train to the north at Reno Junction, California on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Reno Junction
The rear of the Union Pacific excursion train rounded the curve at Reno Junction, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Long Valley
Heading north from Reno Junction, the Union Pacific steam train ran through the Long Valley on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Long Valley
The desert-like scenery with just a few trees was typical of the Long Valley of California on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Long Valley
The Union Pacific steam train rounded a gentle curve in the Long Valley of California on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Long Valley
Union Pacific's last-built steam locomotive, the 844, handled its passenger train through the Long Valley on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Long Valley
The Union Pacific steam train traversed the tracks of the former Western Pacific in the Long Valley on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Long Valley
The barren scenery of the Long Valley of California on 5-May-2009 was a contrast to the earlier day through the canyon.

Excursion - Scotts
Union Pacific steam locomotive #844 rounded a curve near Scotts, California in the Long Valley on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Scotts
The Union Pacific steam train ran along the hillside near Scotts, California in the Long Valley on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Long Valley
The Long Valley Wash, located in the valley below the railroad tracks, was dry as observed from the train on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Scotts
Pine trees became more prominent in the landscape as the train approached Scotts, California on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Scotts
The Union Pacific steam train slowed down for a meet at Scotts, California in the Long Valley on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Scotts
The westbound ZNPOA priority freight train came down the mainline at Scotts, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Scotts
Trees dotted the landscape of the Long Valley around Scotts, California as seen from the train on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Scotts
Union Pacific steam locomotive #844 rounded a curve departing Scotts, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Scotts
The scenery again started to turn barren as the train left Scotts, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Scotts
The Union Pacific double-stack container train was still in sight looking back toward Scotts, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Scotts
The Sierra Nevada mountain range was visible in the distance looking back near Scotts, California on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Scotts
The unassisted Union Pacific steam train rounded another curve east of Scotts, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Pozla
The Union Pacific passenger train passed through a cut near Pozla, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Pozla
The Union Pacific passenger train passed through a line-side industry in Pozla, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Red Rocks
The origin of the name of Red Rocks was obvious in this view at Red Rocks, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Red Rocks
Some water was noted in the Long Valley near Red Rocks, California as viewed from the train on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Red Rocks
US highway 395 came into sight as the train continued geographically north of Red Rocks, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Long Valley
The wide look at the Long Valley was obtained as the train continued east of Red Rocks, California on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Red Rocks
The Union Pacific excursion train rounded a curve near Red Rocks, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Doyle
The train passed a typical ranch near Doyle, California in the Long Valley on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Doyle
Railfans awaited the Union Pacific steam train as it approached the US 395 bridge at Doyle, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Doyle
The scenery turned almost completely to desert for the first time near Doyle, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Herlong
A water tower was noted at the Sierra Army Depot near the tracks in Herlong, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Herlong
Equipment was lined up at the Sierra Army Depot, visible from the tracks in Herlong, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Herlong
A variety of containers were stacked up at the Sierra Army Depot in Herlong, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Herlong
A pair of railfans had traveled well off the beaten path to a hill near Herlong, California on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Desert
The scenery turned to incontrovertible desert east of Herlong, California on the old Western Pacific route on 5-May-2009

Scenery - Birds Nest
A bird's nest was noted on a line-side telephone pole near Flanagan, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Stored Cars
A set of freight cars were noted stored on the former Southern Pacific line near Flanagan, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Flanagan
A pair of garbage cars were noted on the railroad spur at Flanagan, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Mission Peak
Mission Peak came into view as the train proceeded east of Flanagan, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Sand Pass
The Union Pacific excursion train climbed the grade toward Sand Pass, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Sand Pass
The desert was in view as the Union Pacific excursion train climbed toward Sand Pass, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Sand Pass
The Union Pacific excursion train rounded the curve at the summit of Sand Pass, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Sand Pass
Union Pacific steam locomotive #844 led its train into the descent from Sand Pass, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Sand Pass
The Union Pacific train had nearly reached the valley floor after passing through Sand Pass, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Smoke Creek Wash
The Smoke Creek Wash east of Sand Pass, Nevada looked like a desolate place on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Smoke Creek Wash
The Union Pacific excursion train ran along the valley floor near Smoke Creek Wash in western Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Smoke Creek Wash
There was nary a drop of water in sight as the train passed the Smoke Creek Wash in Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Sano
The Union Pacific excursion train behind 4-8-4 steam locomotive #844 rounded a curve west of Sano, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Smoke Creek Wash
The desert looked dry to the northwest horizon, viewed as the train moved beyond the Smoke Creek Wash on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Cows
Surprisingly, a herd of cows was noted from the Union Pacific excursion train west of Sano, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Sano
The Union Pacific excursion train rounded a curve on the approach to Sano, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Smoke Creek Wash
Another dry wash, the Smoke Creek Wash, came into sight as the train approached Sano, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Fox Range
The mountains known as the Fox Range were visible across the valley from Sano, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Black Mountain
Black Mountain rose above the Smoke Creek Wash from the tracks east of Sano, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Smoke Creek Wash
The dry Smoke Creek Wash continued to provide a path for the tracks near Reynard, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Reynard
The railway signals were among the only signs of non-tumbleweed life noted near Reynard, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Reynard
An abandoned rail car was noted along the right-of-way near Reynard, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Reynard
The Union Pacific excursion train slowed to restricted speed because of a red signal at Reynard, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Reynard
A bridge for a parallel service road was noted along the tracks east of Reynard, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Desert
The desert continued to be a dry place east of Reynard, Nevada along the former Western Pacific on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Sand Fence
I had seen snow fences before but I believe this was the first sand fence, located east of Reynard, Nevada on 5-May-2009

Scenery - Desert
More of the flat, dry desert was observed from the Union Pacific steam train east of Reynard, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Sand Fence
Another section of sand fence was noted south of the tracks east of Reynard, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Ditch
A small amount of water had actually collected in a ditch near Phil, Nevada after recent rainfall on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Signals
It seemed entirely appropriate that the signals near Phil, Nevada were solar powered on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Line Pole
Not much of this line pole remained above ground when it was observed near Phil, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Phil
Union Pacific steam locomotive #844 rounded a rare curve in the desert east of Phil, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Crossing
It seemed like a strange place for a marked crossing, but this one was found near Phil, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Godeys Rock
Godeys Rock appeared off in the distance as the Union Pacific train approached Gerlach, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Desert
The desert continued to dominate the scenery as the train approached Gerlach, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Selenite Peak
Selenite Peak dominated the view from the train to the north near Gerlach, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Trego
The scenery again turned substantially to dry, flat desert near Trego, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Cholona
A bit more vegetation and surface roughness was evident in the scenery near Cholona, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Walter Dean Interior
The bar section of the Union Pacific dome car "Walter Dean" was observed during the trip on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Walter Dean Interior
The parlor section of the Union Pacific dome car "Walter Dean" was observed during a quite moment on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Walter Dean Interior
The interior of the dome on the Union Pacific "Walter Dean" car was captured during the trip on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Dome View
The view from the Union Pacific "Walter Dean" dome car was observed near Ronda, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Sugarloaf Knob
Sugarloaf Knob was visible off in the distance as the Union Pacific steam train passed near Ronda, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Scrap Yard
This scrap yard in the middle of the desert came as quite a surprise near Ronda, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Sulphur
Some very red rocks were noted around the mines near Sulphur, Nevada from the Union Pacific train on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Sulphur
The mines at Sulphur, Nevada were still producing silver and sulfur when seen on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Sulphur
The scenery to the north continued the desert scenery as the train passed Sulphur, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Sulphur
The active portion of the mine in Sulphur, Nevada was observed from the passing Union Pacific train on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Pulpit Rock
Pulpit Rock rose above the landscape east of Sulphur, Nevada as the train started to climb Antelope Hill on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Pulpit Rock
Pulpit Rock was seen in the context of the other formations near Antelope Hill, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Floka Rocks
The Floka Rocks marked the ridge line crossed by the railroad at Antelope Hill, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Floka
The buried Southern Pacific caboose from a 1970 wreck was starting to become exposed on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Floka
The tracks passed a variety of rough terrain as they climbed Antelope Hill near Floka, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Sawtooth Knob
Sawtooth Knob was a clear landmark as the train started its descent from Antelope Hill, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Star Peak
Star Peak loomed in the distance as the train descended toward Antelope, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Chaser
A lone chaser drove along the parallel highway near Antelope, Nevada pacing the steam train on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Alpha Mountain
Little Alpha Mountain barely obscured the view of Star Peak in the distance near Antelope, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Antelope Hill
Union Pacific steam locomotive #844 descended Antelope Hill, Nevada eastbound on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Jungo
The flat desert scenery had returned by the time the train reached Jungo, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Jungo
The water from recent rainfalls had collected in a large but shallow lake near Jungo, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Alpha Mountain
Alpha Mountain looked a bit more substantial compared with the temporary lake at Jungo on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Farm
The eventual end of the desert came in the form of this farm near Gaskell, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Cows
Cows also re-appeared on the landscape for the first time in many miles near Gaskell, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Gaskell
The bulk of the scenery still looked pretty barren if a bit green near Gaskell, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Humboldt River
The relatively-small Humboldt River came into sight for the first time near Raglan, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Little Tabletop Mountain
Little Tabletop Mountain dominated the landscape to the north near Marcus, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Scenery - Winnemucca
A dust storm completely obscured the scene as observed from the train west of Winnemucca, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Winnemucca
Union Pacific steam locomotive #844 began its servicing process upon arrival at Winnemucca, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Winnemucca
A line of photographers stood ready to capture the action around Union Pacific #844 at Winnemucca, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Winnemucca
Engineer Steve Lee peered from the cab of Union Pacific 4-8-4 #844 at Winnemucca, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Excursion - Winnemucca
Henry Krening and Scott Turley, steam crew machinists, lubricated Union Pacific #844 at Winnemucca, Nevada on 5-May-2009

Scenery - Sky
An interesting set of cloud formations was noted in the sky above Winnemucca, Nevada on 5-May-2009.

Lovelock - Sign
This sign greeted visitors to Lovelock, Nevada, population 2000 plus wedding visitors, on 5-May-2009.

Lovelock - Station
The old Southern Pacific station in Lovelock, Nevada from the transcontinental railroad still stood on 5-May-2009.

Lovelock - Station
The former Southern Pacific station in Lovelock, Nevada served as a restaurant when observed on 5-May-2009.

Lovelock - Bus
The chartered Amador Stage Lines coach posed in nice light at Lovelock, Nevada returning from Winnemucca on 5-May-2009.

Reno - Truckee River
A late-day look upriver to the west at the Truckee River was taken in Reno, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Reno - Truckee River
Wingfield Park lined the Truckee River in Reno, Nevada as observed late in the day on 3-May-2009.

Reno - Truckee River
A typical view of the Truckee River flowing east through Reno, Nevada through Wingfield Park was noted on 3-May-2009.

Reno - Truckee River
A feature of Wingfield Park in Reno, Nevada was this kayak course noted on 3-May-2009.

Reno - Truckee River
A closer look at the kayaking course in Reno, Nevada made famous on cable television was obtained on 3-May-2009.

Reno - Wingfield Park
A stage used during events at Reno, Nevada's Wingfield Park was noted on 3-May-2009.

Reno - Truckee River
From Wingfield Park, the Truckee River continued east past the casinos of Reno, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Reno - Mount Rose
At 10,776 feet, Mount Rose was the highest mountain visible from a hotel room in southern Reno, Nevada on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Mount Rose
A closer look at snow-capped Mount Rose was obtained from a hotel room in southern Reno, Nevada on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Huffaker Hills
Sagebrush dominated the scenery at Huffaker Hills Park in Reno, Nevada as captured on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Huffaker Hills
Hooker Balsamroot was in bloom as observed at Huffaker Hills Park in Reno, Nevada on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Huffaker Hills
Kathy and Chuck Gleich hiked through the desert terrain of Huffaker Hills Park in Reno, Nevada on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Huffaker Hills
Mount Rose appeared off in the distance as observed from Huffaker Hills Park in Reno, Nevada on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Allegiant Air 717
An Allegiant Air Boeing 717 took off from Reno International Airport as observed from Huffaker Hills Park on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Southwest 737
A Southwest Airlines 737 painted in a special Seaworld scheme took off from Reno International Airport on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Southwest 737
Southwest Airlines had three planes painted like an orca whale as a Seaworld advertisement on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Huffaker Hills
A hawksbeard plant displayed a large flower for the spring at Huffaker Hills Park in Reno, Nevada on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Huffaker Hills
An unknown insect was noted scrambling for cover at Huffaker Hills Park in Reno, Nevada on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Huffaker Hills
A quail posed on a rock at Huffaker Hills Park in southeastern Reno, Nevada on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Huffaker Hills
A lizard ran for protective cover in Reno, Nevada's Huffaker Hills Park on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Huffaker Hills
A lizard peered back warily over a rock at Huffaker Hills Park in Reno, Nevada as observed on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Huffaker Hills
Chuck and Kathy Gleich paused to enjoy a view of Alexander Lake a Huffaker Hills Park in Reno, Nevada on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Huffaker Hills
Alexander Lake Dam was observed from Reno, Nevada's Huffaker Hills Park on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Huffaker Hills
Alexander Lake served as a reservoir for the city of Reno, Nevada in its Huffaker Hills Park on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Huffaker Hills
An unknown flower was noted in bloom at Huffaker Hills Park in Reno, Nevada on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Huffaker Hills
Peavine Peak, located northwest of Reno, Nevada, was viewed from Huffaker Hills Park on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Bartley Ranch
This covered bridge marked the entrance to Bartley Ranch Regional Park in Reno, Nevada on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Bartley Ranch
The 1867-era Huffaker Schoolhouse, in use until 1951, was located at Bartley Ranch Regional Park in Reno on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Bartley Ranch
A jackrabbit darted through Bartley Ranch Regional Park in Reno, Nevada on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Bartley Ranch
The historic ranch buildings that made up the core of the Bartley Ranch Regional Park were observed on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Bartley Ranch
A variety of ranching equipment was on display in the historical section of Bartley Ranch Regional Park on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Bartley Ranch
The workshop at Bartley Ranch Regional Park in Reno, Nevada had been built in 1870 and was observed on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Bartley Ranch
A depression-era Farmall F-12 tractor was in the collection of the Bartley Ranch Regional Park on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Bartley Ranch
The International Harvester Farmall F-20 tractor was on display at Bartley Ranch Regional Park in Reno on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Bartley Ranch
The 1924-era International Harvester "Farmall" tractor was on display at Bartley Ranch Regional Park on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Bartley Ranch
This informative sign marked the beginning of the Quail Run Trail in Reno's Bartley Ranch Regional Park on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Bartley Ranch
The Robert Z. Hawkins Amphitheater in the Bartley Ranch Regional Park could seat about 800 people on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Bartley Ranch
The Flume Trail at the Bartley Ranch Regional Park in Reno, Nevada, went along the irrigation ditch on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Bartley Ranch
Chuck and Kathy Gleich walked along the Flume Trail at Bartley Ranch Regional Park in Reno, Nevada on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Bartley Ranch
The end of the flume and the beginning of a normal ditch was observed at Bartley Ranch Regional Park on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Bartley Ranch
An unknown plant was noted along the trails in Bartley Ranch Regional Park in Reno, Nevada on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Bartley Ranch
A view of downtown Reno, Nevada was obtained from Bartley Ranch Regional Park on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Bartley Ranch
The view to the northwest at Bartley Ranch Regional Park in Reno included the International Airport on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Bartley Ranch
A view downward on Anderson Park in Reno, Nevada was taken from Bartley Ranch Regional Park on 4-May-2009.

Reno - Anderson Park
A pair of very talkative ducks crossed the trail across Anderson Park in Reno, Nevada on 4-May-2009.

Verdi - Cabela's
"Three Kings" by Douglas Van Howd was outside the Cabela's in Verdi, Nevada west of Reno on 3-May-2009.

Verdi - Cabela's
The North American wildlife scene was inside the Cabela's Outfitter store in Verdi, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Verdi - Cabela's
A closer look at some of the large mammals in the wildlife scene at Cabela's in Verdi, Nevada was taken on 3-May-2009.

Verdi - Cabela's
The black bear was one of the highlighted animals in the wildlife display at Cabela's in Verdi, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Verdi - Cabela's
A moose was a highlight of the panorama inside the Cabela's in Verdi, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Verdi - Cabela's
The winter portion of the wildlife display at the Cabela's in Verdi, Nevada was captured on 3-May-2009.

Verdi - Cabela's
A wolverine was noted amongst the stuffed animals in the display at Cabela's in Verdi, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Verdi - Cabela's
A Musk Ox was near the top of the display inside the Cabela's in Verdi, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Verdi - Cabela's
A final overview of the wildlife display in the Cabela's in Verdi, Nevada was obtained on 3-May-2009.

Verdi - Cabela's
What was possibly a chum salmon swam in the fish tank at Cabela's in Verdi, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Verdi - Cabela's
A bass took a circuit around the fish tank at Cabela's in Verdi, Nevada on 3-May-2009, tempting fishermen.

Verdi - Cabela's
A carp swam the other way in the fish tank at Cabela's in Verdi, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Reno - Mustang Ranch Ad
An advertisement for the infamous Mustang Ranch in Patrick, Nevada was noted on a taxi in Reno on 4-May-2009.

Scenery - US 395 Bridge
A new set of bridges was under construction for US 395 over Jones Creek near Pleasant Valley, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Scenery - Bowers Mansion
The 1864-era Bowers Mansion near Pleasant Valley, Nevada still stood right along US 395 on 3-May-2009.

Scenery - Nevada Marker
The state of Nevada had started using black and blue markers to demarcate entrances to a highway, seen 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Nevada Railroad Museum
Virginia & Truckee #27, a 1913 Baldwin 4-6-0, was at the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Nevada Railroad Museum
Chuck Gleich posed in the steam locomotive mockup known as "Whistlin' Billy" in Carson City, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Nevada Railroad Museum
The cab of the "Whistlin' Billy" was observed at the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Nevada Railroad Museum
The Nevada State Railroad Museum's 1926 Edwards rail car Tucson, Cornelia & Gila Bend #401 was observed on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Nevada Railroad Museum
The Edwards motor car passed the "armstrong" turntable at the Nevada State Railroad Museum in Carson City on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Nevada State Museum
A 1906 slot machine looked little different from a new machine at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Nevada State Museum
The oldest gambling machine on display at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City dated to 1896 on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Nevada State Museum
An 1899 slot machine was on display at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Nevada State Museum
A pair of 1897-era slot machines were on display at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Nevada State Museum
A 1929 Silver Dollar slot machine was shown at the Nevada State Museum in Carson City on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Kit Carson Trail
The Kit Carson Trail in Carson City, Nevada was marked with different plaques including one of Kit Carson on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Kit Carson Trail
Another marker of the Kit Carson Trail in Carson City, Nevada featured a Virginia & Truckee locomotive on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Kit Carson Trail
The Nevada State Capitol was on another Kit Carson Trail marker in Carson City, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Commission on Tourism
The Commission on Tourism was one of the largest government buildings in Carson City, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Marriage License Sign
This sign in Carson City was designed to help visitors to Nevada engaging in a common reason on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - City Hall
City Hall in Carson City, Nevada was located right along Carson Street (US 50) on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - State Capitol
The silver-domed Nevada State Capitol in Carson City was viewed from King Street on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - State Capitol
The Nevada State Capitol was viewed more closely from Carson Street in downtown Carson City on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Nevada Miners Sculpture
This 1985 sculpture by Greg Melton was entitled "Tribute to Nevada Miners," observed in Carson City on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Law Enforcement Officers Memorial
The Law Enforcement Officers Memorial near the state capitol in Carson City, Nevada was photographed on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Kit Carson Statue
"Kit Carson 1843-44" was a 1989 sculpture by Buckeye Blake on display in Carson City, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Abraham Van Santvoord
Chuck Gleich posed next to a 1979 Robert Morrison statue of Abraham Van Santvoord, Carson City surveyor, on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Supreme Court
The Supreme Court of Nevada was observed in Carson City, Nevada adjacent to the State Capitol on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - State Legislature
A Rotary Club-donated clock stood outside the Nevada State Legislature in Carson City on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - State Legislature
The entrance to the State Legislature building in Carson City, Nevada was observed on a quiet 3-May-2009.

Carson City - State Legislature
The wings of the Nevada State Legislature for the Senate and the Assembly could be seen in Carson City on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Pony Express Marker
This marker showed the former location of the Pony Express stop in Carson City, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - St. Charles Muller Hotel
The 1862-era St. Charles Muller Hotel in Carson City, Nevada was noted on Carson Street on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Fountain
A fountain constructed in 1909 was noted near the state capitol in Carson City, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Attorney General's Office
The Attorney General's office in Carson City, Nevada had been built in 1920 as a courthouse, seen 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Warren Engine Company
The Warren Engine Company had been a fire station when constructed in 1863 and was observed on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Nevada State Museum
The Nevada State Museum in Carson City had been constructed in 1869 as the US Mint, observed on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Governor's Mansion
The Governor's Mansion in Carson City, Nevada was constructed in 1909 and was still occupied on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Cavell House
The Cavell House in Carson City, Nevada was constructed in 1907, one of many historic homes still standing on 3-May-2009

Carson City - Bliss House
The Bliss House was amongst the oldest in Carson City, Nevada, constructed in 1879 and observed on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Gazebo
An interesting gazebo was noted along Robinson Street in Carson City, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - St. Teresa's
The 1871-era St. Teresa's church was a Performing Arts Center in Carson City, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Lee House
The Lee House in Carson City, Nevada was constructed in 1906 and photographed on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Springmeyer House
The Springmeyer House, built in 1908, was observed in Carson City, Nevada on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - St. Peter's
St. Peter's Church in Carson City, Nevada had been constructed in 1868 and was still active on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Otto Schultz House
The Richard Kelly and Otto Schultz House in Carson City, Nevada had been constructed in 1874 and was seen on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - Carson Brewing
The Brewery Arts Center in Carson City, Nevada had been built as the Carson Brewing Company in 1864, seen on 3-May-2009.

Carson City - McDonald's 99 Billion
The McDonald's on Carson Street in Carson City, Nevada was displaying over 99 billion served on 3-May-2009.

Scenery - US 50 View
US Highway 50 started to climb away from the Carson Valley southwest of Carson City, Nevada on 6-May-2009.

Scenery - US 50 View
The scenery turned to mountainous forest as US 50 headed west from Carson City, Nevada on 6-May-2009.

Scenery - Lake Tahoe
Lake Tahoe came into view for the first time from US 50 near Glenbook, Nevada on 6-May-2009.

Scenery - Lake Tahoe
A view across Lake Tahoe to the northwest was taken from US 50 near Glenbrook, Nevada on 6-May-2009.

Scenery - Lake Tahoe
The Sierra Nevada loomed in the distance to the west in this view across Lake Tahoe near Glenbrook, Nevada on 6-May-2009

Scenery - Lake Tahoe
US 50 descended all the way to near lake level of Lake Tahoe near Lakeridge, Nevada on 6-May-2009.

Scenery - Lake Tahoe
Another view across Lake Tahoe toward the Sierra Nevada was attained from US 50 near Lakeridge, Nevada on 6-May-2009.

Scenery - Lake Tahoe
The snow-capped Sierra Nevada in California were visible across Lake Tahoe from US 50 in Lakeridge, Nevada on 6-May-2009

South Lake Tahoe - Ski Slope
One of the 97 ski slopes that make up the Heavenly ski resort at South Lake Tahoe, California was observed on 6-May-2009

South Lake Tahoe - Beach
The beach along Lake Tahoe was observed in South Lake Tahoe, California on a partly cloudy 6-May-2009.

South Lake Tahoe - Beach
The Sierra Nevada was not far beyond Lake Tahoe as observed at South Lake Tahoe, California on 6-May-2009.

South Lake Tahoe - Beach
A look north from the beach in South Lake Tahoe, California was almost along the state line with Nevada on 6-May-2009.

South Lake Tahoe - Chuck & Kathy
Chuck and Kathy Gleich posed on the beach in South Lake Tahoe, California on 6-May-2009.

South Lake Tahoe - View
A view to the north from South Lake Tahoe, California showed the size of Lake Tahoe on 6-May-2009.

South Lake Tahoe - View
The "back side" of Mount Rose was viewed from across Lake Tahoe at South Lake Tahoe, California on 6-May-2009.

South Lake Tahoe - Tahoe Queen
The 1983-era Tahoe Queen stern wheeler rested between excursions at South Lake Tahoe, California on 6-May-2009.

South Lake Tahoe - Marina
A line of identical rental boats sat awaiting customers at South Lake Tahoe, California on 6-May-2009.

South Lake Tahoe - Kildeer
A kildeer landed on a log near the beach in South Lake Tahoe, California on 6-May-2009.

South Lake Tahoe - Kildeer
The kildeer started to squat oddly as it settled onto a log in South Lake Tahoe, California on 6-May-2009.

South Lake Tahoe - Kildeer
Looking a bit more normal, the kildeer sat on the log in South Lake Tahoe, California on 6-May-2009.

Scenery - Echo Summit
The view to the east from US 50 near Echo Summit, California was observed on 6-May-2009.

Scenery - Echo Summit
A golf course provided the foreground for the Sierra Nevada range near Echo Summit, California on 6-May-2009.

Scenery - Echo Summit
The terrain turned considerably rougher as US 50 approached Echo Summit, California on 6-May-2009.

Scenery - Echo Summit
US highway 50 climbed toward the 7377 foot pass at Echo Summit, California on 6-May-2009.

Scenery - Echo Summit
A seasonal stream was flowing down from Echo Lake near Echo Summit, California as seen from US 50 on 6-May-2009.

Scenery - Echo Summit
Another view of the stream from Echo Lake toward the South Fork of the American River was taken on 6-May-2009.

Scenery - Echo Summit
The scenery around Echo Summit, California was somewhat reminiscent of Yosemite as seen on 6-May-2009.

Scenery - Echo Summit
Another scene that could have been in Yosemite was found descending from Echo Summit, California on 6-May-2009.

Scenery - Bridal Fall
The Bridal Fall was located right along US highway 50 near Riverton, California on 6-May-2009.

Scenery - Overton Bridge Memorial
Chuck Gleich posed at the Overton Bridge Memorial along US highway 50 near Riverton, California on 6-May-2009.

Placerville - Judi & Pauline
Judi Rehmann and Pauline McGrady were noted in their home near Placerville, California on 6-May-2009.

Placerville - Pauline & Kathy
Pauline McGrady and Kathy Gleich posed outside Pauline's home near Placerville, California on 7-May-2009.

Placerville - Chuck Pauline & Kathy
Chuck and Kathy Gleich surrounded Pauline McGrady in front of her home near Placerville, California on 7-May-2009.

Placerville - Pauline & Lance
Pauline McGrady and Lance Gleich stood outside Pauline's home near Placerville, California on 7-May-2009.

Placerville - Grackle
A grackle walked in Pauline McGrady's yard near Placerville, California on 1-May-2009.

Scenery - El Dorado Hills
The scenery had turned to typical central valley fare near El Dorado Hills, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Lassen
Mount Lassen was the southernmost of the Cascade Mountains, viewed near Gerber, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Lassen
A clearer view of the 10,462-foot Mount Lassen was viewed at Red Bluff, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Shasta
Mount Shasta, at 14,179 feet in elevation, came into view for the first time near Red Bluff, California on 7-May-2009.

Redding - Benton Drive Bridges
The Benton Drive Bridges in Redding, California over the Sacramento River were built in 1997 and seen on 7-May-2009.

Redding - Benton Drive Bridges
Sparrow nests lined the underside of the Benton Drive Bridges in Redding, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Miller Buttes
The Miller Buttes came into view from Interstate 5 leaving Redding, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Shasta Lake
The level of Shasta Lake looked more like it should be in September near Lakehead, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Shasta Lake
Another view of Shasta Lake showed the unusually low lake levels near Lakehead, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - California Poppies
Golden Poppies, the state flower of California, were along the side of Interstate 5 near Delta, California on 7-May-2009

Scenery - Sacramento River
The upper Sacramento River twisted around near Delta, California as seen from Interstate 5 on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Shasta
Mount Shasta started to become prominent above Interstate 5 near Castella, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Castle Craigs
The Castle Craigs were visible above Interstate 5 heading north approaching Dunsmuir, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Castle Craigs
Another view of the Castle Craigs was taken from Interstate 5 approaching Dunsmuir, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Shasta
Mount Shasta dominated the scene as noted from Interstate 5 near Dunsmuir, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Shasta
Mount Shasta rose above Mount Shasta City, California with its near 10,000-foot prominence on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Black Butte
Interstate 5 headed straight for the 6,824-foot tall Black Butte near Mount Shasta City, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Black Butte
The summit of Black Butte, a lava dome related to Mount Shasta, was viewed while passing on I-5 on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Shasta
Mount Shasta remained in view from Interstate 5 north of Mount Shasta City, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Shasta
The split peaks of Mount Shasta remained in view north of Mount Shasta City, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Shasta
Mount Shasta took on a slightly different appearance as viewed from Weed, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Shasta
A closer look at Mount Shasta was obtained leaving Weed, California on US highway 97 on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Shasta
Trees formed the foreground for Mount Shasta leaving Weed, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Shasta
The dual peak of Mount Shasta started to appear again near Andesite, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Shasta
Mount Shasta rose 10,000 feet above the surrounding land near Andesite, California was seen on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Shasta
Shastina was clear to the right in this view of Mount Shasta near Andesite, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Heard Peak
Heard Peak made a notable scene to the north of US highway 97 north of Weed, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Shasta
A final view of Mount Shasta was observed from highway 97 north of Grass Lake, California on 7-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Shasta
A morning view of Mount Shasta was taken from a hotel in Klamath Falls, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Cormorant
A cormorant was captured flying above Klamath Lake in southern Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Shasta
A final view of Mount Shasta was obtained above Klamath Lake near Modoc Point, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount McLoughlin
The near perfect cone of Mount McLoughlin was viewed from across Klamath Lake near Modoc Point, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount McLoughlin
A closer look at the 9,495 foot summit of Mount McLoughlin was obtained along Klamath Lake, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Klamath Lake
The largest freshwater lake in Oregon, Klamath Lake was noted from US 97 near Modoc Point on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount McLoughlin
A final look back at Mount McLoughlin was obtained near the north end of Klamath Lake on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Black Cow
An unusual large black cow was in front of Hub City Chrome north of Chiloquin, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Scott
Mount Scott, which at 8,934 feet was east of Crater Lake, Oregon, was viewed from US 97 to the east on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Woodsman Country Lodge
The Woodsman Country Lodge in Crescent, Oregon had an interesting sign along US 97 photographed on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Bachelor
Mount Bachelor was the tallest peak with two of the Three Sisters at rear and Broken Top at right on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Falls
Tumalo Falls was located about fifteen miles west of Bend, Oregon as observed on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Falls
Tumalo Falls descended 97 feet along Tumalo Creek west of Bend, Oregon with a healthy flow on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Falls
Kathy and Chuck Gleich posed in front of Tumalo Falls west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Hillside
The north-facing hillsides around Tumalo Creek were still covered with snow on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Creek
Steep rocks dominated the hillsides around Tumalo Creek near Tumalo Falls west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Creek
Tumalo Creek flowed downstream as viewed near Tumalo Falls west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Falls
A deceased tree stood in front of Tumalo Falls west of Bend, Oregon as observed on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Creek
Tumalo Creek flowed out toward Bend, Oregon as viewed near the top of Tumalo Falls on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Falls
The top of 97-foot Tumalo Falls west of Bend, Oregon was viewed up-close on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Creek
Tumalo Creek flowed downriver from Tumalo Falls eastward toward Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Creek
Cliffs provided a sheer drop of over one hundred feet down to Tumalo Creek west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Creek
The small canyon that formed along Tumalo Creek in front of Tumalo Falls west of Bend, Oregon was observed on 8-May-2009

Scenery - Tumalo Creek
Tumalo Creek tumbled down in rapids above Tumalo Falls west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Creek
The rapids of Tumalo Creek tumbled downward just above Tumalo Falls west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Hillside
Kathy Gleich posed just below the snow line along Tumalo Creek west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Hillside
Pine needles added an impurity to the snow found along Tumalo Creek west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Hillside
The snow drifts above Tumalo Creek near Tumalo Falls west of Bend, Oregon were observed on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Creek
Tumalo Creek was extremely clear above Tumalo Falls west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Creek
Tumalo Creek was flowing quite rapidly above Tumalo Falls west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Falls
A rainbow was observed from the top of Tumalo Falls west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Creek
Moss grew along Tumalo Creek near Tumalo Falls west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Bridge Creek
Bridge Creek went through a section of rapids near its junction with Tumalo Creek west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Bridge Creek
Bridge Creek flowed through a section of rapids near its junction with Tumalo Creek west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Bridge Creek Hillside
A prominent rock outcropping towered above Bridge Creek west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Bridge Creek Hillside
Rocks loomed above Bridge Creek near its junction with Tumalo Creek west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Bridge Creek Hillside
Chuck and Kathy Gleich posed in the snow above Bridge Creek west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Bridge Creek Hillside
High rocks and snow drifts were located along Bridge Creek west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Bridge Creek Hillside
A tree had not survived in the snow drifts along Bridge Creek west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Bridge Creek Hillside
Kathy and Chuck Gleich hiked the hillside along Bridge Creek west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Bridge Creek
Bridge Creek flowed downhill and to the east toward its junction with Tumalo Creek west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Bridge Creek
Bridge Creek flowed eastward and downward toward Tumalo Creek and Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Bridge Creek Hillside
Flowers would soon be in bloom along Bridge Creek west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Bridge Creek Hillside
Kathy Gleich posed at a tree along Bridge Creek west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Bridge Creek
Bridge Creek formed a pond at a ranger station near Tumalo Falls west of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Hillside
The hills around Tumalo Falls west of Bend, Oregon were more than 4500 feet in elevation on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Tumalo Hillside
These steep cliffs stood above Tumalo Creek west of Bend, Oregon as observed on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Old Mill District
These three old smokestacks marked the Old Mill District in Bend, Oregon, turned into a shopping area on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Jefferson
Mount Jefferson rose to 10,497 feet as viewed from US 97 north of Bend, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Crooked River Bridge
The 1926 Crooked River highway Bridge had been supplanted by the 2000-era bridge in the background, seen 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Crooked River Bridge
The railroad bridge over the Crooked River was opened in 1911 and was about 330 feet above the river below on 8-May-2009

Scenery - Crooked River Bridge
BNSF's Barstow, California to Pasco, Washington crossed the Crooked River Bridge on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Crooked River Bridge
A BNSF mixed freight crossed the Crooked River Bridge north of Terrebonne, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Red Shed Canyon
The Red Shed Canyon was noted from US 97 north of Madras, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Adams
The first sign of Washington state came in the form of 12,281-foot Mount Adams observed on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Shoe Tree
Shoes don't grow on trees? A "shoe tree" was noted along US 97 near Moro, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Shoe Tree
A closer look at the shoe "fruit" was obtained at the tree located near Moro, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Underwear Tree
The "Underwear" Tree was located not far from the "Shoe" Tree outside Moro, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Windmills
A new field of windmills was noted along US 97 south of Biggs, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Hood
Oregon's most famous peak, Mount Hood, came into sight briefly from US 97 south of Biggs, Oregon on 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Moon
The moon was what could be called a "flower moon" as observed west of Boardman, Oregon on the night of 8-May-2009.

Scenery - Columbia River
Whitecaps were noted in the Columbia River at the I-82 crossing near Umatilla, Oregon on 12-May-2009.

Stanfield - Floyd Gleich
Floyd Gleich engaged in his normal routine at the Stanfield, Oregon rest area on I-84 on 12-May-2009.

Scenery - Oregon Trail Ruts
Ruts from the Oregon Trail were still visible near Corral Springs, Oregon along the Umatilla River on 12-May-2009.

Scenery - Wallula Gap
A BNSF mixed freight passed through the Wallula Gap of the Columiba River at Yellepit, Washington on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Wallula Gap
A BNSF freight train was dwarfed by the cliffs of the Wallula Gap located at Yellepit, Washington on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Wallula Gap
A BNSF mixed freight passed through Wallula Gap on its eastbound trip to Pasco, Washington on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Twin Sisters
The Twin Sisters were located on the southeast side of Wallula Gap near Wallula, Washington on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Yellow Flowers
Some yellow flowers of an unknown species were noted growing on the Twin Sisters near Wallula, Washington on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Yellow Flowers
Another species of smaller yellow flowers were noted on the slopes of the Twin Sisters near Wallula on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Flowers
Pink and yellow flowers were both in bloom on the slopes of the Twin Sisters near Wallula on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Purple Flower
A purple flower was growing toward the sky at the Twin Sisters near Wallula, Washington on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Wallula Gap
A barge was noted heading up the Columbia River toward Wallula Gap from the Twin Sisters on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Wallula Gap
A westbound BNSF mixed freight passed through the Wallula Gap at Yellepit, Washington on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Wallula Gap
The barge finally approached Wallula Gap as the westbound train disappeared into the distance on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Wallula Gap
The barge rounded the corner into the Wallula Gap of the Columbia River as observed from the Twin Sisters on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Wallula Gap
The barge, likely destined for Lewiston, Idaho, passed through Wallula Gap as viewed from the Twin Sisters on 9-May-2009

Scenery - Wallula Gap
The barge was also dwarfed by the cliffs defining Wallula Gap of the Columbia River on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Wallula Gap
The Idaho-bound Tidewater barges headed upriver through the Wallula Gap of the Columbia River on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Twin Sisters
Kathy and Chuck Gleich posed right beneath one of the two Twin Sisters after climbing up from the river on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Twin Sisters
Kathy and Chuck Gleich stood on the Twin Sisters near Wallula, Washington on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Wallula Gap
One of the other cliffs marking the Wallula Gap was observed from the Twin Sisters on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Flowers
Likely related species of flowers with whiter and pinker petals were noted on the Twin Sisters on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Twin Sisters
The back side of the Twin Sisters was observed during the descent back to the Columbia River on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Walla Walla River
The Walla Walla River pooled up before entering the Columbia River at Wallula, Washington on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Walla Walla River
Typical eastern Washington foliage lined the Walla Walla River at Wallula, Washington on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Walla Walla River
A Great Egret looked for a meal in the Walla Walla River near Wallula, Washington on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Walla Walla River
An unknown bird was spotted on the banks of the Walla Walla River near Wallula, Washington on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Walla Walla River
The Walla Walla River narrowed to a neck just prior to entering the Columbia River at Wallula, Washington on 9-May-2009.

Scenery - Railex
The Railex produce loading facility at Wallula, Washington had been featured on Extreme Trains, seen on 9-May-2009.

Kennewick - Floyd and Pat Gleich
Floyd and Pat Gleich posed in front of their home in Kennewick, Washington on 10-May-2009.

Kennewick - Chuck Kathy and Lance
Chuck, Kathy and Lance Gleich posed in front of the Gleich household in Kennewick, Washington on 10-May-2009.

Kennewick - Family
Chuck and Kathy Gleich, Meri and Arne Carson, and Floyd and Pat Gleich were in Kennewick, Washington on 10-May-2009.

Kennewick - Family
Chuck and Lance Gleich, Meri and Arne Carson, and Floyd and Pat Gleich were in Kennewick, Washington on 10-May-2009.

Kennewick - Beamer
Beamer the dog appeared worried that he would be left behind in Kennewick, Washington on 10-May-2009.

Kennewick - Toaster
This incredibly-reliable 1940's-era General Electric toaster was still in service in Kennewick, Washington on 11-May-200

Kennewick - Scrap Yard
The scrap yard along Chemical Drive in Kennewick, Washington had brought back a World War II-era sign on 12-May-2009.

Kennewick - Finley Turn
The BNSF Finley Turn passed Hover siding in Kennewick, Washington returning to Pasco Yard on 12-May-2009.

Pasco - Floyd and Pat Gleich
Floyd and Pat Gleich sat at the Greyhound station in Pasco, Washington on 13-May-2009.

Yakima - Lottery Office
Floyd Gleich showed the check he had just picked up at the State Lottery Office in Yakima, Washington on 11-May-2009.

Kennewick - Lottery Winner
Floyd Gleich gave a closer look at his check for a minor Lotto win in Kennewick, Washington on 12-May-2009.

Yakima - Connie Mike Floyd and Pat
Connie, Mike, Floyd, and Pat Gleich posed at Connie and Mike's home in Yakima, Washington on 11-May-2009.

Yakima - Brad Cynthia Brodie and Brenna
Brad, Cynthia, Brodie and Brenna Gleich visited Brad's parents' house in Yakima, Washington on 11-May-2009.

Yakima - Brodie and Mike Gleich
Brodie Gleich was held by his grandfather, Mike Gleich, in Yakima, Washington on 11-May-2009.

Yakima - Mike and Brodie Gleich
Future pilot Brodie Gleich was raised up into the air by grandfather Mike Gleich in Yakima, Washington on 11-May-2009.

Yakima - Brodie Gleich
Brodie Gleich was almost ready to walk upright on his own as observed in Yakima, Washington on 11-May-2009.

Yakima - Brad and Brodie Gleich
Brodie Gleich was held by his father Brad at his parents' house in Yakima, Washington on 11-May-2009.

Yakima - Brenna Gleich
Brenna Gleich held a doll at her grandparents' home in Yakima, Washington on 11-May-2009.

Yakima - Floyd and Brenna Gleich
Floyd Gleich hugged his great-granddaughter Brenna Gleich at his son Mike's house in Yakima, Washington on 11-May-2009.

Scenery - Manastash Pass
Manastash Pass along I-82 north of Yakima, Washington actually appeared to have some green color on 13-May-2009.

Scenery - Manastash Pass
Spring flowers added to the green background on Manastash Pass between Yakima and Ellensburg, Washington on 13-May-2009.

Bellevue - Bellevue Square
Totem Poles had been placed outside the main entrance to Bellevue Square in Bellevue, Washington on 14-May-2009.

Bellevue - Bellevue Square
The clock once at the center of Bellevue Square had been moved across Bellevue Way from the main entrance on 14-May-2009

Bellevue - Farmer's Market
Bellevue, Washington's new Farmer's Market was located in the old Belleway Way Safeway parking lot on 14-May-2009.

Bellevue - Washington Mutual Financial Center
The Washington Mutual Financial Center on NE 8th in Bellevue, Washington was not yet displaying Chase on 14-May-2009.

Scenery - Variable Speed Limit Sign
An interesting variable speed limit sign was noted along I-90 at Mercer Island, Washington on 15-May-2009.

Scenery - Variable Speed Limit Sign
A different style of variable speed sign was noted farther west on I-90 at Mercer Island, Washington on 15-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Rainier
Mount Rainier was viewed near Puyallup, Washington from an Amtrak train on the evening of 15-May-2009.

Scenery - Puget Sound
Puget Sound was viewed from a passing Amtrak Cascades train near Ruston, Washington on 15-May-2009.

Scenery - Tacoma Narrows Bridges
The Tacoma Narrows Bridges were observed from underneath on a passing Amtrak Cascades train on 15-May-2009.

Scenery - Tacoma Narrows Bridges
A tugboat was passing underneath the Tacoma Narrows Bridges as observed from an Amtrak Cascades train on 15-May-2009.

Scenery - Olympics
The Olympic Mountains were visible from an Amtrak Cascades train near Nisqually, Washington on 15-May-2009.

Scenery - Ketron Island
Ketron Island was passed by the Amtrak Cascades train approaching Nisqually, Washington on 15-May-2009.

Scenery - Cowlitz River Sunset
The sunset was observed as the Amtrak train crossed the Cowlitz River north of Castle Rock, Washington on 15-May-2009.

Scenery - Columbia River Sunset
The sun disappeared over the horizon beyond the Columbia River as observed near Kalama, Washingotn on 15-May-2009.

Portland - Locomotives
Two former Amtrak diesels, SDP40F #644 and F40PHR #231, were at Brooklyn Yard in Portland, Oregon on 16-May-2009.

Portland - Locomotive
Lance Gleich posed on the locomotive he had been working on this day, SDP40F #644 in Portland, Oregon on 16-May-2009.

Portland - Locomotive
Lance Gleich stood on the platform of SDP40F #644, owned by the Northwest Rail Museum on 16-May-2009.

Portland - Amtrak Cascades
Amtrak Cascades trains to Seattle and Eugene were loading at Portland, Oregon on 16-May-2009.

Scenery - New Talgo Interior
The interior of the refurbished "Mount Olympus" Talgo set was noted on-board the train on 16-May-2009.

Scenery - Wilamette River
The Willamette River looking toward Portland, Oregon was noted from a departing Amtrak Cascades train on 16-May-2009.

Scenery - Oregon Slough
Mount Hood loomed in the distance as the Amtrak Cascades train crossed the Oregon Slough in Portland on 16-May-2009.

Scenery - Columbia River
The Amtrak Cascades train crossed the Columbia River between Oregon and Washington States on 16-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Hood
Mount Hood was framed by the Interstate Bridge carrying I-5 over the Columbia River on 16-May-2009.

Scenery - Toutle River
The I-5 bridges over the Toutle River north of Castle Rock, Washington were observed from the train on 16-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Rainier
Mount Rainier came into sight from the Amtrak Cascades train north of Napavine, Washington on 16-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Rainier
Mount Rainier was viewed from the Amtrak Cascades train south of Chehalis, Washington on 16-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Rainier
Mount Rainier's 14,411 foot height was in full prominence when viewed near East Olympia, Washington on 16-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Rainier
Mount Rainier was still visible from the Amtrak Cascades train at dusk near Sumner, Washington on 16-May-2009.

Scenery - Sunset
Sunset above Puget Sound was observed from the Amtrak Cascades train near Steilacoom, Washington on 16-May-2009.

Bellevue - Kathy Melissa Lars Chuck
Kathy Gleich, Melissa Daugherty, Lars Stenseth, and Chuck Gleich were eating dinner on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Kathy and Melissa
Sisters Kathy Gleich and Melissa Daugherty sat next to each other in Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Patrick Tami Gunnar Michele
Patrick McGrady sat with his daughters Tami and Michele and Tami's son Gunnar in Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Patrick and Tami
Patrick McGrady sat with his daughter Tami at dinner in Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Patrick and Bennett
Patrick McGrady held his youngest grandchild, Bennett Kvam, at Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Jackson and Bennett
Brothers Jackson and Bennett Kvam played together in Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Jackson Kvam
Jackson Kvam decided to wear his mothers' shawl while playing in Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Tami and Kathy
Tami McGrady and Kathy Gleich showed off the cake they had prepared in Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Gunnar Stenseth
Gunnar Stenseth practiced yoga outside in Bellevue, Washington on a beautiful 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Lance and Kathy Gleich
Lance and Kathy Gleich posed outside her home in Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Tami and Bo
Tami McGrady walked her dog Bo down 104th Ave SE in Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Swings
Lars and Gunnar Stenseth and Lance Gleich utilized the swings at Killarney Park in Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Swings
Gunnar and Lars Stenseth were coordinated in their swinging at Killarney Park in Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Swings
Jackson Kvam was enjoying the "big boys" swing at Killarney Park in Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Jackson Kvam
Jackson Kvam contemplated an old frisbee at Killarney Park in Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Patrick and Bennett
Patrick McGrady guided his grandson Bennett Kvam around Killarney Park in Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Lars Stenseth
Lars Stenseth rode his scooter around Killarney Park in Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Gunnar Stenseth
Gunnar Stenseth rode his scooter around Killarney Park in Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Killarney Park
Melissa Daugherty and Tami McGrady sat with Tami's dog Bo at Killarney Park in Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - McGrady Women
Kathy Gleich, Melissa Daugherty, and Tami McGrady posed at Killarney Park in Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.

Bellevue - Chuck and Kathy Gleich
Chuck and Kathy Gleich stood in Killarney Park near their home in Bellevue, Washington on 17-May-2009.
Trip to Massachusetts, Spring 2009

Scenery - Toronto Union Station
A GO commuter train prepared to leave Toronto's Union Station as seen from a departing VIA train on 28-May-2009.

Scenery - Toronto's Distillery District
The Distillery District in Toronto, Ontario was observed from an eastbound VIA train on 28-May-2009.

Scenery - Cherry Street Tower
The aging Cherry Street Tower was still in charge of throwing switches near the Don River on 28-May-2009.

Scenery - Don River
The Don River in Toronto, Ontario was viewed from a passing VIA Rail Canada train on 28-May-2009.

Ottawa - Locomotive
A VIA Rail Canada P42DC locomotive prepared to depart Ottawa, Ontario with an eastbound train on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Ottawa River
Rain was falling heavily, obscuring the view from a VIA Rail Canada train at the Ottawa River on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Lachine Canal
Rain continued to fall as the train crossed the Lachine Canal in Montreal, Quebec on 29-May-2009.

Montreal - Central Station
The main hall of Montreal, Quebec's Central Station was observed while boarding a train on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Farine Five Roses
The Farine Five Roses sign was obscured by the weather departing Montreal, Quebec on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - St. Lawrence Seaway
The St. Lawrence Seaway was also inundated with rain near Montreal, Quebec on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - St-Jean-Sur-Richelieu Depot
While it was no longer a passenger stop, the depot remained at St-Jean-Sur-Richelieu, Quebec, on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Curved Spike
A curved spike served as artwork outside the depot in St-Jean-Sur-Richelieu, Quebec on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - CFB St-Jean
A cannon sat outside the Canadian Forces Base in St-Jean-Sur-Richelieu, Quebec on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Fields
The farming fields were just starting to grow their crops near St-Valentin, Quebec on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Border
The border between Canada and the United States was relatively nondescript as viewed from the train on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Border
A few signs did welcome travelers to New York on US Highway 11 at the border on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Derailment View
The tracks underneath the train were in little better condition than these after a derailment on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - CN Hi-Rail Truck
Within an hour of the derailment, a CN truck arrived to inspect the tracks that had failed on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Derailment
The car in the foreground was leaning relative to the rear car which remained on the tracks as viewed on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Derailment
Canadian Pacific locomotives had parked next to the derailed Amtrak train at Rouses Point, New York on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Derailment
A Canadian Pacific truck had French markings even on the US side of the border as shown on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Lake Champlain
Lake Champlain came into view from substitute buses at Rouses Point, New York on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Lake Champlain
The US highway 2 bridge over Lake Champlain was viewed from buses in Rouses Point, New York on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Lake Champlain
The expanse of Lake Champlain was seen from a bus in Rouses Point, New York on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Lake Champlain
Alburg, Vermont was visible across Lake Champlain from Rouses Point, New York on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Lake Champlain
The shoreline of Lake Champlain was observed in Rouses Point, New York on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Adirondacks
A hillside in the Adirondack Mountains was observed from I-87 near Keesville, New York on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Adirondacks
A clearing in the Adirondack Mountains was viewed from I-87 near Deerhead, New York on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Adirondacks
The spring colors in the Adirondack Mountains were seen from I-87 near Stowersville, New York on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Adirondacks
The spring green that dominated most of the Adirondack Mountains was seen near New Russia, New York on 29-May-2009.

Scenery - Adirondacks
Schroon Lake in the Adirondack Mountains was visible from I-87 near Schroon Lake, New York on 29-May-2009.

Worcester - Union Station
The east side of Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts showed its grandeur on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Union Station
The towers of Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts, which once served three railroads, were captured on 30-May-2009

Worcester - Union Station
The bus terminal in Worcester, Massachusetts had been moved to Union Station as observed on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Union Station
The Grand Hall in Worcester's Union Station had maintained its appearance since its 2000 restoration, seen 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Union Station
The roof of Union Station in Worcester, Massachusetts had been restored to its 1911 appearance on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Union Station
The skylight in the Grand Hall of Worcester's Union Station showed its restored glass work on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Union Station
A look north toward the street entrance to Worcester Union Station's Grand Hall was observed on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Union Station
One of the entrance doors to the Grand Hall in Worcester's Union Station was observed on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Union Station
A clock was mounted on the track side of the Grand Hall in Worcester's Union Station on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Union Station
A bench rested along the wall of the Grand Hall in Worcester, Massachusetts' 1911-era Union Station on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Union Station
The eastern wall of the Grand Hall in Worcester's Union Station was observed on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Union Station
This plaque contained information on the restoration of Worcester's Union Station as photographed on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Union Station
The ticket lobby in the Worcester's Union Station was photographed on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Union Station
This statue stood without explanation in the ticket lobby of Worcester's Union Station on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Union Station
The staircase leading to track level from the ticket lobby in Worcester's Union Station was observed on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Union Station
An overview of the ticket lobby in Worcester's Union Station was obtained from the track level balcony on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Union Station
A MBTA commuter train to Boston, Massachusetts stood outside Worcester's Union Station on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Commuter Train
A MBTA commuter train departed Worcester, Massachusetts enroute to Boston's South Station on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Industrial Past
A Reywood Shoe advertisement was fading on the side of a building in downtown Worcester, Massachusetts on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Freight Train
A CSX freight train passed the faded Heywood Shoes advertisement in Worcester, Massachusetts on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Freight Train
A CSX freight train stopped in front of the attractive parking garage ramp in Worcester, Massachusetts on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Freight Train
CSX freight train Q423 to Selkirk, New York prepared to depart Worcester, Massachusetts on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Freight Train
A CSX freight train crossed a Providence & Worcester Railroad bridge over Southbridge Street in Worcester on 30-May-2009

Worcester - Industrial Heritage
An old industrial building along the tracks in Worcester, Massachusetts had been turned into lofts by 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Amtrak Train
Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited approached Gates Street in Worcester, Massachusetts on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Freight Train
St. John's Catholic Church in Worcester, Massachusetts lent its steeple to the background of a CSX train on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Freight Train
The blue-and-white signs on this signal box in Worcester, Massachusetts were the only remains of Conrail on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Freight Train
The lead locomotive on this train was the only ex-Conrail engine seen ten years after the CSX takeover on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Freight Train
CSX mixed freight Q427 came out of the tunnel through St. Vincent's Hospital in Worcester, Massachusetts on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Freight Train
A CSX freight train passed St. Vincent's Hospital in Worcester, Massachusetts on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Timeless Scene
A child had his picture taken in front of a MBTA locomotive in Worcester, Massachusetts on 30-May-2009.

Worcester - Amtrak Train
Amtrak's eastbound Lake Shore Limited arrived at Worcester, Massachusetts at sunset on 30-May-2009.

Quabbin - Hill Tower
The Quabbin Hill Tower was observed from Massachusetts Highway 9 near Ware, Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Quabbin - Hill Tower
A closer look at the Quabbin Hill Tower was obtained from within the Quabbin Reservoir lands on 31-May-2009.

Quabbin - Hill
The view from Quabbin Hill included the west arm of the Quabbin Reservoir as seen on 31-May-2009.

Quabbin - Hill
A view to the northwest from Quabbin Hill looked toward hills blocking the view of Amherst, Massachusetts on 31-May-2009

Quabbin - Hill
Fields were open on the north side of Quabbin Hill in the Quabbin Reservoir in Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Quabbin - Hill
Nicole Maserati was much farther up Quabbin Hill than her brother Sean when observed on 31-May-2009.

Quabbin - Hill
The Maserati family was gathered on Quabbin Hill near the Quabbin Reservoir in Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Quabbin - Hill
Sean Maserati took a moment to relax on Quabbin Hill in Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Quabbin - Hill
The view to the east from Quabbin Hill looked in the general direction of Goodnow Dike as seen on 31-May-2009.

Quabbin - Guardrail
An unusual hybrid guardrail was seen in various locations in the Quabbin Reservoir in Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Quabbin - Reservoir
The Quabbin Reservoir was observed as it stood behind Winsor Dam near Belchertown, Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Quabbin - Pine Tree
An especially symmetrical pine tree showed its spring appearance next to the Quabbin Reservoir on 31-May-2009.

Quabbin - Spillway
The channel of the spillway from the Quabbin Reservoir was noted near Winsor Dam on 31-May-2009.

Quabbin - Spillway
The spillway of the Quabbin Reservoir was noted flowing below the road over Winsor Dam observed on 31-May-2009.

Quabbin - Spillway
The spillway of the Quabbin Reservoir was allowing some the 412 billion gallons of water to leave on 31-May-2009.

Quabbin - Spillway
The Quabbin spillway was observed from the highway bridge near Winsor Dam on 31-May-2009.

Quabbin - Winsor Dam
A portion of Winsor Dam, holding back 39 square miles of water, was observed from the spillway on 31-May-2009.

Scenery - Farm
A classic farm was noted along Highway 9 near Belchertown, Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Amherst - Amtrak Station
The diminutive 1853-era Amtrak station in Amherst, Massachusetts was seen on 31-May-2009.

Amherst - Cultural Survival Bazaar
The Cultural Survival Bazaar in Amherst, Massachusetts buckled down during a rain storm on 31-May-2009.

Scenery - Sugarloaf View
The 652-foot height of South Sugarloaf Mountain near South Deerfield, Massachusetts offered views on 31-May-2009.

Scenery - Sugarloaf View
South Sugarloaf Mountain offered a view of Sunderland, Massachusetts as observed on 31-May-2009.

Scenery - Sugarloaf Views
Mike's Maze in Sunderland, Massachusetts would be appearing in these fields in the coming months on 31-May-2009.

Scenery - Sugarloaf Views
A view to the southeast from South Sugarloaf Mountain looked toward Amherst, Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Scenery - Sugarloaf Views
A closer look in the direction of Amherst showed prominent buildings at the University of Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Scenery - Sugarloaf Views
The Connecticut River dominated the view to the south from South Sugarloaf Mountain in Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Scenery - Sugarloaf Views
Mount Warner appeared in the distance looking south from South Sugarloaf Mountain in Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Scenery - Sugarloaf Views
The farms of Whately, Massachusetts were visible to the southwest from South Sugarloaf Mountain on 31-May-2009.

Scenery - Sugarloaf Views
Mount Esther and other hills were in the distance to the southwest from South Sugarloaf Mountain on 31-May-2009.

Scenery - Sugarloaf Views
The Berkshire Mountains were in the distance to the west from South Sugarloaf Mountain in Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Scenery - Sugarloaf Views
Mill River, Massachusetts was somewhere in the scene to the northwest from South Sugarloaf Mountain on 31-May-2009.

Sugarloaf - Buildings
Some of the buildings on the summit of South Sugarloaf Mountain were viewed from the tower on 31-May-2009.

Sugarloaf - Maseratis
Nicole and Marc Maserati took in the view from South Sugarloaf Mountain in Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Sugarloaf - Maseratis
Lisa and Nicole Maserati posed on South Sugarloaf Mountain in Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

South Deerfield - Yankee Candle
The Yankee Candle store in South Deerfield, Massachusetts featured an incredible Christmas store on 31-May-2009.

South Deerfield - Yankee Candle
The "Scenter of the Universe" sign at Yankee Candle in South Deerfield, Massachusetts made fun of Boston on 31-May-2009.

Northampton - City Hall
The 1850-era City Hall in Northampton, Massachusetts presented its unique face to Main Street on 31-May-2009.

Northampton - Main Street
Main Street in Northampton, Massachusetts offered a typical New England streetscape on 31-May-2009.

Northampton - Nonotuck Savings Bank
A fading marking for Nonotuck Savings Bank was on the side of a building in Northampton, Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Northampton - Council of Governments
The Hampshire Council of Governments occupied this building in Northampton, Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Northampton - Calvin Theater
The Calvin Theater in Northampton, Massachusetts on 31-May-2009 recalled Calvin Coolidge's stint as mayor.

Northampton - Sculpture
This unique sculpture was noted outside the R. Michaelson Galleries in Northampton, Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Northampton - Bumper Stickers
Some unusual bumper stickers were noted in the parking lot at Northampton, Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Scenery - Mount Norwottock
Mount Norwottock was noted near sunset south of Amherst, Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Scenery - Trees
The evening light shone nicely on a grove of trees near Dwight, Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Ware - Maserati House
An overview of the Maserati land in Ware, Massachusetts was captured on the evening of 31-May-2009.

Ware - Maserati House
The newly-installed hot tub was noted next to the pool at the Maserati house in Ware, Massachusetts on 31-May-2009.

Ware - Congregational Meeting House
The Congregational Meeting House in Ware, Massachusetts had been built in 1742 and photographed on 1-June-2009.

Palmer - Depot
The 1884-era train station in Palmer, Massachusetts was occupied by the Steaming Tender restaurant on 1-June-2009.

Palmer - Depot
The CSX B740 Local waited at the Palmer, Massachusetts depot as the New England Central switched on 1-June-2009.

Palmer - Parlor Car
The Steaming Tender restaturant used this 1909 New Haven parlor car for its buffet meals as seen on 1-June-2009.

Palmer - Steam Locomotive
Former Southern Sand and Gravel 0-6-0 Porter #102, built in 1915, was on display at Palmer, Massachusetts on 1-June-2009

Palmer - Steam Tractor
A steam tractor built by A.B. Farquham in York, Pennsylvania was on display in Palmer, Massachusetts on 1-June-2009.

Chester - Keystone Double Arch Bridge
The north side of the Keystone Double Arch Bridge, opened in 1841, was noted in Chester, Massachusetts on 1-June-2009.

Chester - Keystone Double Arch Bridge
The well-lit side of the Keystone Double Arch bridge near Chester, Massachusetts was still in service on 1-June-2009.

Chester - Keystone Double Arch Bridge
A close-up of a Keystone Arch on the bridge in Chester, Massachusetts, nearly 170 years old, was seen on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Westfield River
The Westfield River was viewed along the Keystone Arch Trail as it transitioned from Chester to Becket on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Herbert Cross Brook
The Keystone Arches Trail crossed Herbert Cross Brook in Chester, Massachusetts on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Butterfly
Many Tiger Swallowtail Butterflies were noted along the Keystone Arches Trail in Chester, Massachusetts on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Walnut Brook
The Keystone Arches Trail crossed Walnut Brook in Becket, Massachusetts on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - "B" Bridge
The Keystone Arches Trail crossed the "B" Keystone Arch Bridge over the Westfield River on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Bridge View
The view up the Westfield River at the Keystone Arch Bridge "B" was observed on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Bridge View
The Westfield River was nearly perfectly clear as observed at the "B" Keystone Arch Bridge on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Bridge View
The Westfield River disappeared into the forest below the "B" Keystone Arch Bridge on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Cut
The Keystone Arches Trail passed through a cut on the original Western Railroad right-of-way on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Retaining Wall
This retaining wall had kept the Western Railroad from falling into the Westfield Gorge for 170 years on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Cut
The Keystone Arches Trail passed through a deeper rock cut originally constructed in 1840 and 1841 on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Rail
An old rail was found buried in the ground along the Keystone Arches Trail in Becket, Massachusetts on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - "A" Bridge
Trees lined the trail at the "A" Keystone Arch Bridge in Becket, Massachusetts on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Bridge View
A view straight down to the Westfield River 70 feet below was taken from the "A" Keystone Arch Bridge on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Bridge View
The Westfield River flowed beneath the 1841-era "A" Keystone Arch Bridge in Becket, Massachusetts on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Bridge View
The "A" Keystone Arch Bridge offered this view toward the Westfield Gorge in Becket, Massachusetts on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Bridge Abutment
This abutment was part of the remains of an original 1841 bridge that had been destroyed in 1929 on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Bridge Remains
The remains of a Keystone Arch Bridge over the Westfield River were noted in Becket, Massachusetts on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Modern Bridge
A more modern concrete arch bridge spanned the Westfield River in Becket, Massachusetts on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Tree
An interesting tree grew above a rock outcropping along the trail in Becket, Massachusetts on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Caterpillar
A caterpillar fed on a leaf along the Keystone Arches Trail in Chester, Massachusetts on 1-June-2009.

Keystone Arches Trail - Caterpillars
A group of caterpillars competed for the same leaf along the Westfield River in Chester, Massachusetts on 1-June-2009.

Chester - Keystone Double Arch Bridge
Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited crossed the Double Arch Bridge in Chester, Massachusetts on 1-June-2009.

Chester - Unknown Insect
An unknown insect landed on a leaf near the Westfield River in Chester, Massachusetts on 1-June-2009.

Chester - Keystone Double Arch Bridge
A CSX freight train crossed the 1840-era Double Arch Bridge in Chester, Massachusetts on 1-June-2009.

SUNY Albany - Sign
This sign including the Great Dane mascot decorated the State University of New York Albany campus on 1-June-2009.

SUNY Albany - Flagpoles
These flagpoles and the Collins Circle marked the entrance to the State University of New York at Albany on 1-June-2009.

SUNY Albany - University Hall
University Hall was an administrative building on the State University of New York (SUNY) at Albany on 1-June-2009.

SUNY Albany - Carillion Bell Tower
The Carillion Bell Tower was probably the best-known building on the "University at Albany" campus on 1-June-2009.

SUNY Albany - Fountain
A fountain was located next to the Carilion Bell Tower at the center of the University at Albany on 1-June-2009.

SUNY Albany - Fountain
The fountain in the center of the State University of New York Albany campus was viewed on 1-June-2009.

SUNY Albany - Livingston Tower
The Livingston Tower in the Colonial Quad was one of four similar dormitory structures on the campus on 1-June-2009.

SUNY Albany - Architecture
The Post-Modernist style of Edward Durell Stone dominated the architecture of the University at Albany on 1-June-2009.

SUNY Albany - Humanities Doors
The doors on the Humanities building of the University at Albany, looked older than their 1960s vintage on 1-June-2009.

SUNY Albany - Social Sciences Corridor
The corridor along the Social Sciences Building was typical of the post-modernist style at SUNY Albany on 1-June-2009.

SUNY Albany - Courtyard
A courtyard behind the University Library was typical of several on the University at Albany campus on 1-June-2009.

SUNY Albany - Multi-Tier Gardens
An interesting multi-tier gardens was noted next to the University Library at Albany on 1-June-2009.

SUNY Albany - University Library
The entrance to the University Library at the University at Albany featured a skylight on 1-June-2009.

SUNY Albany - Performing Arts Center
The entrance to the Performing Arts Center offered a similar architecture to the university as seen on 1-June-2009.

SUNY Albany - Science Library
Mark Johnson posed outside the Science Library at the University at Albany on 1-June-2009.

SUNY Albany - Science Library
The atrium of the Science Library showed the newer architecture on the University at Albany campus on 1-June-2009.

SUNY Albany - Bench
The benches at the Science Library at the University at Albany recalled arched bridges on 1-June-2009.

SUNY Albany - Spirit Zone Sign
A "Spirit Zone" sign featured the Scooby Doo-like mascot of the University at Albany on 1-June-2009.

Albany - Johnson Guitar
Mark Johnson played his completed acoustic guitar in his Albany, New York apartment on 1-June-2009.

Albany - Johnson Guitar
Mark Johnson enjoyed playing the acoustic guitar he had built himself in Albany, New York on 1-June-2009.

Albany - Johnson Lamp
A lamp constructed by Mark Johnson adorned his apartment in Albany, New York on 1-June-2009.

Albany - Amtrak Arrival
Amtrak's "Maple Leaf" arrived at the Albany-Rensselaer, New York train station on 2-June-2009.

Albany - Skyline
The skyline of Albany, New York was observed as the train crossed the Hudson River on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Hudson River
The Hudson River was still clearly wide and navigable at Albany, New York on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Mohawk River
The Mohawk River was part of the Erie Canal system near Schenectady, New York on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Spring Flowers
Some spring flowers were noted along the tracks in Amsterdam, New York on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Erie Canal
Lock 10 on the Erie Canal near Amsterdam, New York was viewed from a passing train on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Erie Canal
A side view of Lock 10 on the Erie Canal was obtained east of Amsterdam, New York on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Erie Canal
A look at the back side of Lock 10 of the Erie Canal was obtained east of Amsterdam, New York on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Powerhouse
An Adirondack Power and Light powerhouse was noted east of Amsterdam, New York along the Mohawk River on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Mohawk River
The scenery along the Mohawk River looked much like this west of Amsterdam, New York on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Erie Canal
Lock 13 of the Erie Canal west of Fonda, New York was noted from a passing train on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Erie Canal
The upstream side of Lock 13 of the Erie Canal was observed west of Fonda, New York on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Mohawk River
The Mohawk River was surrounded by foothills east of Canajoharie, New York on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Fields
Fields lined the Mohawk River valley near Palatine Bridge, New York as viewed from the train on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Steam Locomotive
A former New York Central steam locomotive was on display outside the Utica, New York station on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Rome Station
A clock tower barely rose to track level because of the high-level tracks at the Rome, New York depot on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Erie Canal
The former New York Central tracks paralleled the Erie Canal near Savannah, New York on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Erie Canal
Bicyclists enjoyed the paths along the Erie Canal near Fairport, New York as seen from the train on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Erie Canal
Parks lined the Erie Canal near Fairport, New York as viewed from Amtrak's "Maple Leaf" on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Genesse River
The Genesse River was observed in Rochester, New York from the Amtrak "Maple Leaf" on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Rochester Skyline
The skyline of Rochester, New York was in view as the Amtrak train departed to the west on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Buffalo Central Station
The abandoned platforms of Buffalo's Central Station were observed as the Amtrak train started a detour on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Buffalo Central Station
The remains of Buffalo Central Station's platforms were viewed from the Loop Lead on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Belt Line Sub
Amtrak's "Maple Leaf" entered the CSX Belt Line Subdivision in Buffalo, New York as it started a detour on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Buffalo Broadway
The Buffalo skyline was in the distance as the Amtrak "Maple Leaf" detoured over Broadway on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Buffalo Building
An old building was noted along the Amtrak detour through Buffalo, New York on the Belt Line on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Buffalo Building
Northland Commercial Supply was noted from the Amtrak Belt Line detour in Buffalo, New York on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Rainbow Bridge
The Rainbow Bridge over the Niagara River marked the border between the United States and Canada on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Niagara River
The Niagara River was flowing quickly downstream from Niagara Falls as seen from the train on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Welland Canal
The locks at the Welland Canal were observed from a passing train near St. Catharine's, Ontario on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Welland Canal
The West Lock of the Welland Canal was open to downstream traffic near St. Catharine's, Ontario on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Twelve Mile Creek
Twelve Mile Creek was crossed by what was now a VIA Rail Canada train near St. Catharine's, Ontario on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Farm
The VIA Rail Canada train passed a farm west of St. Catharine's, Ontario on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Sixteen Mile Creek
The VIA Rail Canada "Maple Leaf" crossed Sixteen Mile Creek near Jordan, Ontario on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Twenty Mile Creek
The train crossed over its longest bridge in Ontario over Twenty Mile Creek near Jordan, Ontario on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Twenty Mile Creek
Twenty Mile Creek near Jordan, Ontario was viewed from the passing "Maple Leaf" train on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Hamilton Harbour
Hamilton Harbour was viewed from a passing VIA Rail Canada train on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Etobicoke Creek
The VIA Rail Canada train crossed Etobicoke Creek as it approached Toronto, Ontario on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Mimico Tower
A water tower loomed above the tracks near Mimico Creek in Toronto, Ontario as observed on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - John Street Tower
The Toronto Terminals Railway's John Street Tower was nestled underneath a pedestrian bridge on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Toronto Skyline
The Toronto skyline came into sight as the train passed underneath the Skywalk in Toronto, Ontario on 2-June-2009.

Scenery - Toronto Skyline
The train arrived at Union Station underneath the Toronto, Ontario skyline on 2-June-2009.
Toronto Railway Historical Association, 2009 Season

TRHA - Tender Move
The moon shone above the tender of locomotive #6213 shortly before its departure in Toronto, Ontario on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
The tender of the 6213 spent its last moments on the Canadian National Exhibition grounds early on 4-June-2009

TRHA - Tender Move
The moon provided a backdrop for the imminent move the 6213's tender out of the CNE grounds on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
In a view normally blocked by the locomotive, the front of the 6213's tender was seen prior to the move on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
The move of the 6213's tender approached the Prince's Gates on the Canadian National Exhibition Grounds on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
A line of photographers prepared to capture the tender at the Prince's Gates on the CNE grounds on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
The move of the tender paused at the Prince's Gates on the CNE grounds shortly after its departure on 4-June-2009.

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The move of the 6213's tender stopped for several minutes right underneath the Prince's Gates on 4-June-2009.

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A close-up of the tender parked right in the middle of the Prince's Gates was taken during the pause on 4-June-2009.

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The tender move prepared to proceed again at the Prince's Gates on the CNE grounds on 4-June-2009.

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Another close-up of the truck and tender parked at the Prince's Gates was taken as it prepared to move on 4-June-2009.

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The truck started to move forward out of the Prince's Gates in Toronto, Ontario on 4-June-2009.

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The tender resumed its eastward journey from the Prince's Gates in Toronto, Ontario on 4-June-2009.

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The tender had cleared the Prince's Gates and left the CNE Grounds forever on 4-June-2009.

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The 6213's tender entered Lake Shore Boulevard West just east of the Prince's Gates on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
The moon remained in the background as the 6213's tender moved down Lake Shore Boulevard West on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
Some of the swarm of vehicles chasing the tender's move were visible as it moved down Lake Shore Boulevard on 4-June-200

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The move of the 6213's tender paused again to await the de-powering of the streetcar wires ahead on 4-June-2009.

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The tender of the 6213 waited an opportunity to move farther down Lake Shore Boulevard West on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
This measuring device was used to check if wires were out of the way of the tender move on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
The TTC had raised the streetcar wires to allow the passage of the 6213's tender past Bathurst Street on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
The 6213's tender approached the streetcar wires on Bathurst Street on its move eastward on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
The wire truck held the de-powered wires above the tender at Bathurst Street in Toronto on 4-June-2009.

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Another look at the TTC truck used to hold the wires above the tender at Bathurst Street in Toronto on 4-June-2009.

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The tender was moved slowly as a crew member checked that it would clear the wires on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
A police car and a pickup truck piloted the move of the tender down Lake Shore Boulevard West on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
The CN Tower loomed in the distance as the tender moved down Lake Shore Boulevard West on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
The CN Tower marked the destination of the tender on its overnight move through Toronto on 4-June-2009.

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The tender passed the "Do Not Enter" signs and entered the westbound lanes of Lake Shore Boulevard on 4-June-2009.

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The tender moved eastbound on the elevated westbound lanes of Lake Shore Boulevard West on 4-June-2009.

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The Rogers Centre loomed in the background as the tender turned onto Rees Street on 4-June-2009.

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The tender crested the hill on Rees Street and prepared to turn onto Bremner Boulevard on 4-June-2009.

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The tender made its turn off of Rees Street onto Bremner Boulevard in Toronto, Ontario on 4-June-2009.

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The tender completed its turn onto Bremner Boulevard eastbound on 4-June-2009.

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The tender was almost to its destination as it headed up Bremner Boulevard near the Rogers Centre on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
The Toronto Railway Historical Association fired up its Whitcomb diesel at the John Street Roundhouse on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
The Laurie McCullough Building Moving crew cut down a sign in the way of the tender move on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
The tender was positioned on Bremner Boulevard near the CN Tower during the move on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
The tender was backed toward the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario during the move on 4-June-2009.

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The 6213's tender was backed into position near the CN Tower, almost to the John Street Roundhouse on 4-June-2009.

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The tender was essentially aligned with track #34 at the John Street Roundhouse on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
The Rogers Centre formed the backdrop as the tender was prepared to be moved forward to the roundhouse on 4-June-2009.

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The truck moved forward across Bremner Boulevard toward the John Street Roundhouse on 4-June-2009.

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The semi-truck was slowly detached form the trailer carrying the 6213's tender on 4-June-2009.

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The trailer carrying the tender was fully lowered into position at track #34 of the roundhouse on 4-June-2009.

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With the semi-truck moved out of the way, work began on the fine alignment of the trailer to the tack on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
The Laurie McCullough Building Moving crew positioned the trailer to allow the tender to be unloaded on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
The normally-hidden front of tender was illuminated by the diesel locomotive headlight on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
The TRHA Whitcomb diesel was positioned to help with the unloading of the tender on 4-June-2009.

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Transition rails were laid in position for the transfer of the tender to the roundhouse tracks on 4-June-2009.

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The rails were put in place for the move of the tender to roundhouse track #34 on 4-June-2009.

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The winch truck was moved into place to ensure the safety of the tender unloading process on 4-June-2009.

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A track ramp was put in place for the unloading of the tender onto the roundhouse tracks on 4-June-2009.

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The Whitcomb diesel moved back into position to pull the tender off the trailer on 4-June-2009.

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The chain was installed between the Whitcomb diesel and the tender for the unloading move on 4-June-2009.

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The Whitcomb diesel started to pull on the tender to start the unloading process on 4-June-2009

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The wheels of the tender started to move onto the track ramp during the unloading process on 4-June-2009.

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The lead truck of the tender moved onto the track ramp at the John Street Roundhouse on 4-June-2009.

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The tender was moved down the track ramp toward track #34 at the John Street Roundhouse on 4-June-2009.

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The move of the tender was paused to adjust the ramp arrangement as viewed from Bremner Boulevard on 4-June-2009.

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The tender move continued down the ramp toward the John Street Roundhouse on 4-June-2009.

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The first truck was completely on roundhouse track #34 as observed during the move on 4-June-2009.

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The final truck of the tender rode the track ramp down to the roundhouse track during the move on 4-June-2009.

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The Whitcomb diesel pulled the tender safely down track #34 at the John Street Roundhouse on 4-June-2009.

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The 6213's tender rode the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse for the first time on 4-June-2009.

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With its coupler now facing the Whitcomb diesel, the tender continued its turntable ride on 4-June-2009.

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The Whitcomb diesel pushed the tender off the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Move
The 6213's tender and the Whitcomb diesel posed on track #33 at the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto on 4-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 had already started its move from the Canadian National Exposition grounds early on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The moon shone above the 6213 as it was turned onto Newfoundland Drive in Toronto, Ontario on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
Former Canadian National 4-8-4 #6213 posed on its trailer as it was turned onto Newfoundland Drive on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The CN Tower loomed in the background as the 6213 was prepared for its move down Newfoundland Drive on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The CN Tower marked the destination in the background as the 6213's trailer was aligned to move sideways on 10-June-2009

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A second semi-truck was moved into position to pull the trailer sideways as the crowd watched on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The CN Tower provided the backdrop of the 6213's turn onto Newfoundland Drive in Toronto on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 was aligned to move down Newfoundland Drive as the CN Tower watched on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The Direct Energy Centre provided the background for the move of the 6213 onto Newfoundland Drive on 10-June-2009.

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The 6213 was prepared for a forward move onto Newfoundland Drive at the Direct Energy Centre on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 was almost ready to proceed down Newfoundland Drive toward Lake Shore Boulevard West on 10-June-2009.

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The 6213 started to move down Newfoundland Street with the CN Tower in the background on 10-June-2009.

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TRHA member Dave Wetherald watched as the 6213 moved down Newfoundland Drive on 10-June-2009.

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The front of the 6213 faced the rear of the move as it headed down Newfoundland Drive on 10-June-2009.

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The 6213 moved forward down Newfoundland Drive as it began its journey toward the roundhouse on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 rode the trailer constructed by the Laurie McCullough Building Moving company on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 moved down Newfoundland Drive onto Lake Shore Boulevard West as observed on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The turn onto Lake Shore Boulevard was more straight-forward than the turn onto Newfoundland on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 passed the Ontario Place sign on Lake Shore Boulevard West during its move early on the morning of 10-June-2009

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 was again headed for its final destination near the CN Tower down Lake Shore Boulevard West on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The typical rust-colored night sky of Toronto, Ontario greeted the 6213 as it headed eastbound on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
TRHA Vice President Michael Guy and Historian Derek Boles watched the move of the 6213 on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 did not pass through the Prince's Gates, but it did pass by them on Lake Shore Boulevard West on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 moved past the Prince's Gates as seen from Lake Shore Boulevard West on 10-June-2009.

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Photographer Norm Betts was noted on a light pole as the 6213 passed the Prince's Gates on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
A crew member from the Laurie McCullough Building Moving Company inspected the 6213 as it moved on 10-June-2009.

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The Prince's Gates were left in the background as the 6213 headed down Lake Shore Boulevard West on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The back of the cab was visible as the 6213 headed down Lake Shore Boulevard West on 10-June-2009.

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The convoy following the 6213 was sizable as it approached Bathurst Street early on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
One of the Toronto Police cars escorting the 6213 move passed the engine on Lake Shore Boulevard West on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
A crew member had to use a pole to raise a wire out of the way of the 6213 on its eastbound journey on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The wire across Lake Shore Boulevard West was lifted to clear the 6213 as it proceeded east on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The wire above Lake Shore Boulevard West was lifted to allow the passage of the 6213 on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The wire had cleared most of the 6213 as it moved forward at a snail's pace on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
A second wire started to be of concern before the first had cleared the smokestack of the 6213 on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
With the second wire deemed a non-issue, the first wire was cleared by the 6213 on Lake Shore Boulevard on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
A photo line had formed near Bathurst Street to watch the 6213 clear the streetcar wires on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
TRHA members Michael Guy, Dave Wetherald, and Derek Boles watched the 6213 approach Bathurst Street on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
A TTC truck started to move the streetcar wires at Bathurst Street up to allow the 6213 to clear on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The TTC was to raise the streetcar wires to a height of at least 21 feet to allow passage of the 6213 on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
A TTC truck was positioned on either side of the route to be taken by the 6213 through Bathurst Street on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
A night bus running on Bathurst Street was in the background near the trucks awaiting the 6213 on 10-June-2009.

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The 6213 approached the raised streetcar wires on Bathurst Street in Toronto, Ontario on 10-June-2009.

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The move of the 6213 started to pass between the TTC trucks at Bathurst Street on 10-June-2009.

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The 6213 itself started to pass under the TTC streetcar wires at Bathurst Street and Lake Shore Boulevard on 10-June-200

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The 6213 moved slowly underneath the streetcar catenary at Bathurst Street in Toronto, Ontario on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 easily cleared underneath the streetcar wires as it proceeded east on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The TTC trucks framed the 6213 as it crossed Bathurst Street in Toronto, Ontario on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The TTC trucks actually managed to raise the streetcar wires higher than they believed possible on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 had nearly cleared the streetcar catenary at Bathurst Street in Toronto, Ontario on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The TTC reportedly charged $15,000 to raise the streetcar wires for the 6213 at Bathurst Street on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 had cleared the streetcar wires at Bathurst Street and continued down Lake Shore Boulevard West on 10-June-2009

TRHA - 6213 Move
A billboard loomed in the distance as the 6213 continued eastbound down Lake Shore Boulevard West on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
After the locomotive passed, the TTC trucks returned the streetcar wires to their normal position on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The move of the 6213 halted along Lake Shore Boulevard West to install additional wheels on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
One of two additional wheel sets to be added to the 6213 trailer was positioned on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The wheels were maneuvered into position on the trailer to add to the original 48 wheels used thus far on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The Laurie McCullough Building Movers crew attached the additional wheels to the 6213's trailer on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The additional wheels being added here were for weight distribution across the Spadina Avenue bridge on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The CN Tower marked the destination in the background as additional wheels were added to the trailer on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
A view of the right side of the locomotive was attained as the move paused to add additional wheels on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
Two wheel sets at the back of the trailer were lowered into position during the pause on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The Laurie McCullough Building Moving crew finished lowering the wheel sets into position on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
Now with 80 wheels instead of 48, the 6213 was ready to continue its eastbound journey on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
TRHA member Dave Wetherald kept an eagle eye on the move of the 6213 down Lake Shore Boulevard West on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The CN Tower provided a visual cue of the destination as the 6213 was again underway eastbound on 10-June-2009.

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All 80 wheels were rolling as the trailer carrying the 6213 moved down Lake Shore Boulevard West on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The trailer carrying the 6213 rolled with 80 wheels down Lake Shore Boulevard West on 10-June-2009.

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The 6213 started its wrong-way trip up Lake Shore Boulevard West's westbound lanes early on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 had passed beneath the Gardiner Expressway as it traversed the westbound lanes on 10-June-2009.

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The move of the 6213 approached Spadina Avenue on the elevated lanes of Lake Shore Boulevard West on 10-June-2009.

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The 6213 crossed over Spadina Avenue eastbound on the westbound lanes of Lake Shore Boulevard West on 10-June-2009.

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The 6213 started its descent from bridge over Spadina Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 10-June-2009.

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The locomotive moved eastbound down the westbound lanes of Lake Shore Boulevard West on 10-June-2009.

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The 6213 took an eastbound trip on the elevated westbound lanes of Lake Shore Boulevard West on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The Gardiner Expressway provided the background as the 6213 moved down Lake Shore Boulevard West on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
Its move over the bridges complete, the extra wheels could be removed from the 6213's trailer on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The Laurie McCullough Building Moving crews removed the front wheel set from the 6213's trailer on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The extra wheel set was pushed away from the trailer, its job for the night finished on 10-June-2009.

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The extra wheel set was lifted by the second Laurie McCulough truck off the ground on 10-June-2009.

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The crews maneuvered the extra wheelset toward a trailer for removal from the scene on 10-June-2009.

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The winch truck lifted the extra wheel set toward the trailer at the corner of Rees and Lake Shore on 10-June-2009.

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The extra wheel set was lifted into the air as the trailer was positioned nearby on 10-June-2009.

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The extra wheel set was positioned on the trailer to drive them away from the scene on 10-June-2009.

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Both extra wheel sets had been loaded onto the trailer by the time this shot was taken on 10-June-2009.

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With the extra wheels loaded onto the trailer, they were driven away from Rees and Lake Shore on 10-June-2009.

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The 6213 was almost ready for the rest of its move down Lake Shore Boulevard West toward the roundhouse on 10-June-2009.

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At the rear of the 6213's trailer, the rear wheel sets were again raised off the ground on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 passed under the street light at Lake Shore Boulevard West and Rees Street on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
Note how the wheels on the trailer were positioned as the move turned onto Rees Street on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The front of the 6213 was observed as it made the turn onto Rees Street for a short uphill segment on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The John Street Roundhouse was in the background as the 6213 traveled up Rees Street on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 moved past the Rogers Centre sign as it came up Rees Street early on the morning of 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 move started its turn from Rees Street onto Bremner Boulevard in Toronto on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The turn of the 6213 from Rees Street to Bremner Boulevard was paused for another tight turn on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The move of the 6213 stopped at the intersection of Rees Street and Bremner Boulevard on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The front of the 6213 faced downhill on Rees Street beneath the CN Tower in Toronto on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
This stop sign was identified as an obstacle and was removed before the move continued on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The Laurie McCullough Building Moving company finished its temporary removal of the stop sign on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The wheels of the trailer were re-aligned for a sideways move at the corner of Rees and Bremner in Toronto on 10-June-20

TRHA - 6213 Move
The trailer was jacked up to allow the re-positioning of the wheel sets for the sideways move on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The wheel sets were aligned for the final sideways move of the day at Rees and Bremner on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
Sunrise was not far away as the 6213 was prepared for its sideways move onto Bremner Boulevard on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The wheels were all aligned for the sideways move as the sky lightened on the morning of 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The sideways move was underway at the corner of Rees and Bremner on the morning of 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
With the sideways move complete, the trailer could be returned to a configuration for forward movement on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The Laurie McCullough Building Moving crew turned the wheels on the trailer to face forward on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The wheels of the trailer had been partially turned back to the forward orientation on Bremner Boulevard on 10-June-2009

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 continued its move down Bremner Boulevard toward the John Street Roundhouse on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 move slowly eased through the tight clearance on Bremner Boulevard in Toronto, Ontario on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The tight spot cleared, the 6213 continued eastbound on Bremner Boulevard past the Rogers Centre on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 prepared to make its left-hand turn from Bremner Boulevard into the John Street Roundhouse on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 approached the sidewalk of Bremner Boulevard and its turn into the John Street Roundhouse on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The truck had made it onto sidewalk of Bremner Boulevard as it approached the John Street Roundhouse on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The trailer was about to climb onto the sidewalk of Bremner Boulevard in Toronto, Ontario on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The trailer climbed onto the sidewalk of Bremner Boulevard in Toronto, Ontario on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 had made it off Bremner Boulevard and was entering the John Street Roundhouse on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
Grant Kingland of the Toronto Locomotive Preservation Society was relieved to see the 6213 arrive safely on 10-June-2009

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 ended its overnight journey next to the coaling tower at the John Street Roundhouse on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 was parked above track #34 at the John Street Roundhouse at the end of its journey on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 posed at the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario, its new home, on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The permit to move the 6213 was displayed near its driving wheels as noted at the end of the move on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
Ties were unloaded off the trailer used to move the 6213 after the completion of the move on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213 Move
The 6213 sat near the coaling tower at the John Street Roundhouse after the completion of its move on 10-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213
Reunited with its tender, the 6213 posed on the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse on 30-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213
Canadian National 4-8-4 #6213 had found a home in stall #15 of the John Street Roundhouse on 20-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213
Canadian National steam locomotive #6213 was housed inside the John Street Roundhouse on 20-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213
Grant Kingsland climbed the ladder onto the 6213's running boards as electrical work proceeded on 20-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213
The 6213's number boards were again lit as the electrical connections were restored on 20-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213
The headlight on the back of the 6213's tender was again lit up during electrical work on 20-June-2009.

TRHA - 6213
The 6213 was still sitting on the turntable after a television appearance on 29-September-2009.

TRHA - 6213
The face of the 6213 was noted as the locomotive sat on the John Street Turntable on 29-September-2009.

TRHA - 6213
The 6213 and diesel 4803 were both positioned for a television appearance on 29-September-2009.

TRHA - 6213
The 6213 had been moved back underneath the coaling tower when observed on 3-October-2009.

TRHA - 6213
The 6213 had been positioned outside the fence in nice lighting in a rare scene on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - 6213
The 6213 was seen in open space beneath the coaling tower at the John Street Roundhouse on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - Pyke Crane
The next moving project, a Pyke rail crane, was sitting in GO Transit's Don Yard on 25-November-2009.

TRHA - Pyke Crane
A closer look at the Pyke Crane was obtained after it was inspected for movement on 25-November-2009.

TRHA - Pyke Crane
A rear view of the Pyke Crane was obtained as it sat in the lower portion of GO's Don Yard on 25-November-2009.

TRHA - Pyke Crane
The Pyke Crane sat facing other in-use maintenance equipment in GO's Don Yard in 25-November-2009.

TRHA - Pyke Crane
A boom extension for the Pyke Crane was sitting near a fence in GO's Don Yard on 25-November-2009.

TRHA - Elwell Crane
The refurbished engine had been re-installed in the Elwell Crane in the John Street Roundhouse on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Elwell Crane
A closer look was attained at the Elwell crane as the electrical connections were re-established on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Elwell Crane
The Elwell crane came back to life after the re-installation of the engine on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Elwell Crane
The relay box in the Elwell Crane was briefly open to the world during its re-starting on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Elwell Crane
The Parker-Elwell crane was used to shift one of the platforms in the museum stalls on 3-October-2009.

TRHA - Museum Stalls
Arno Mastens and Michael Salisbury fixed a wheeled ladder in the museum stalls on 3-October-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Door
James Resor painted the door at the rear of the Museum Stalls of the John Street Roundhouse on 15-August-2009.

TRHA - Switch Move
The Toronto Railway Heritage Centre's Whitcomb diesel rode the John Street Roundhouse turntable on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Switch Move
The TRHA's Whitcomb pulled equipment past the brick-layers working outside the roundhouse on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Switch Move
The boxcar and the pickle car joined the Whitcomb diesel on the John Street roundhouse turntable on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Switch Move
The boxcar and the pickle car took a ride on the John Street Roundhouse turntable on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Switch Move
The pickle car and the boxcar had been turned on the John Street Roundhouse turntable on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Switch Move
The pickle car started to move past the 6213's tender at the John Street Roundhouse on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Switch Move
The switch move with the boxcar and pickle car headed down track #40 at the John Street Roundhouse on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Switch Move
The switch move headed down track #40 past the structures being restored at John Street Roundhouse on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Switch Move
The switch move was between Cabin D and the Don Station at the John Street Roundhouse on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Stored Cars
The boxcar and the pickle car took a place at the end of track #40, almost to Lower Simcoe Street, on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Geep in Woods
Canadian National GP7 #4803, still under wraps, at least sat in the daylight on track #39 on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Locomotives
Canadian National GP7 #4803 was breathing again after being unwrapped at the roundhouse on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Sunrise
Sunrise on 30-October-2009 found the Whitcomb diesel ready for work in the distance at Toronto's Roundhouse Park.

TRHA - Revenue Move
The rail car to move a canning machine for Steam Whistle Brewery was in position at Roundhouse Park on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
The TRHC Whitcomb looked on in the distance as the empty rail car awaited loading on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
The moving team prepared the custom-made rail car to be loaded with a canning machine from Germany on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
The rail car prepared to be loaded across the street from the Rogers Centre in Toronto, Ontario on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
A forklift was used to unload the canning machine equipment from a tuck outside Roundhouse Park on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
The canning machine equipment was removed from the truck trailer by a forklift across on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
This piece of cannery equipment could be moved into the building through the loading dock, seen on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
The load going in on the railroad was picked up by the forklift outside Roundhouse Park on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
The forklift prepared to load the rail car with its canning machine load on Roundhouse Park track 33 on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
The forklift lowered its load onto the rail car at Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
The canning machine was loaded on the rail car for its move across Roundhouse Park on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
The Whitcomb was eased up to the rail car to start the rail move at Roundhouse Park on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
This custom coupler linkage was used to connect the Whitcomb diesel switcher with the custom rail car on 30-October-2009

TRHA - Revenue Move
The Whitcomb started to pull forward with the load for Steam Whistle Brewery on the morning of 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
The Toronto Railway Heritage Centre's Whitcomb #1 moved Steam Whistle's load past the 6213 on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
The rail car's first wheels approached the gap to the turntable in Roundhouse Park on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
The casters on the rail car traveled across the gap to the turntable at Roundhouse Park on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
The wheels successfully made it to the turntable at Roundhouse Park on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
The canning machine and the Whitcomb diesel prepared to back off the turntable at Roundhouse Park on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
Whitcomb #1 started to push Steam Whistle's canning machine off of turntable at Roundhouse Park on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
This apparatus pulled the rail car off the turntable after the car failed to align properly on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
A forklift was used to tow the canning machine inside the Roundhouse into stall #8 on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
Someone wanted an early look at the equipment inside the tarp during a pause in the move on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
The rail car disappeared inside stall #8 of the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Revenue Move
Just minutes later, the new canning machine was visible through the open doors of stall #8 on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Cleaning
After the locomotives were removed, stall #17 in the John Street Roundhouse looked like this on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Cleaning
After a day of cleaning, stall #17 in the John Street Roundhouse looked like this on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Cleaning
Dan Garcia swept a platform in advance of its removal from the roundhouse for cleaning on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Paul Wrapping Ties
Paul Allison wrapped the garden railway ties with shrink wrap before their removal from the roundhouse on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Turntable Railings
The railings for the turntable were stored in the roundhouse stalls in advance of installation on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Turntable Railings
The concrete bases for the turntable railings had been re-poured and were observed on 6-June-2009.

TRHA - Turntable Railings
Dave Fleming was measuring a non-standard portion of the turntable railing base on 20-June-2009.

TRHA - Turntable Railings
Some of the railings around the turntable had been installed as viewed from the top of the tender on 13-June-2009.

TRHA - Turntable Railings
Some of the railings around the side of the turntable were installed by 13-June-2009.

TRHA - Air Tanks
Jason Pelton inspected an air tank before it was repainted behind the roundhouse on 13-June-2009.

TRHA - Air Tanks
What may have been a sales order number was noted on the side of one of the air tanks on 13-June-2009.

TRHA - Air Tanks
Only an inadequate amount of paint prevented the repainting of the two air tanks at the roundhouse on 13-June-2009.

TRHA - Air Tanks
The repainting of the air tanks was finally completed by Jim Gardiner and Lance Gleich on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Offices
Richard White looked around one of the machine shop offices after it was largely emptied on 3-October-2009.

TRHA - Offices
One of the machine shop offices was observed after a fair amount of cleaning on 3-October-2009.

TRHA - Leon's Sign
The crews were working to lift the Leon's signs onto the coaling tower at the John Street Roundhouse on 29-June-2009.

TRHA - Leon's Sign
The sign for the Leon's furniture store was raised to its position on the coaling tower on 29-June-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Sign
The "Roundhouse" sign had been placed on the coaling tower at the John Street Roundhouse on 3-July-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Sign
A closer look at the newly-placed "Roundhouse" sign on the coaling tower was taken on 3-July-2009.

TRHA - Leon's
Grass appeared outside of the Leon's Store the day before its grand opening ceremony on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Leon's
The mural outside the entrance to Leon's furniture store was still being painted on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Leon's
The David Oram mural was show in its completed state outside the Leon's entrance on 3-October-2009.

TRHA - Leon's
The 6213 steam locomotive was surrounded by new Leon's signs, high and low, on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Leon's
The new Roundhouse Park sign, dominated by the Leon's logo, was joined by the 6213 steam locomotive on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Leon's
A closer look at the new Roundhouse Park sign was taken the day before the Leon's opening, 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Locomotives
GP7 #4083 and 4-8-4 steam locomotive #6213 were parked near each other by the coaling tower on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Locomotives
Canadian Pacific Alco S-2 #7020 was unwrapped for the first time in 2009 on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Locomotive 7020
James Resor was working on the sanding of the 7020 in preparation for paint work on 15-August-2009.

TRHA - Locomotive 7020
Multiple layers of paint were revealed by the sanding process on locomotive 7020 on 15-August-2009.

TRHA - TH&B Caboose
The interior of the TH&B caboose was observed after significant stripping work was done on 1-November-2009.

TRHA - TH&B Caboose
An interesting message was found on the wall of the TH&B caboose in the John Street Roundhouse on 1-November-2009.

TRHA - TH&B Caboose
James Resor prepared for the tracing of the TH&B Logo on the side of the caboose on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - TH&B Caboose
Mark Pompeo worked on the tracing of the TH&B logo on the caboose on 28-November-2009.

Meet - Richmond Hill Live Steamers
On 11-July-2009, the Richmond Hill Live Steamers held an international meet on their trackage north of Toronto, Ontario.

Meet - CP 2-6-0 #3008
Among the early steamers during the International Meet was Jesse Woods with his Canadian Pacific #3008 on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
Arno Martens, serving as stationmaster, watched as Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008 passed on the main on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
Jesse Woods operated his Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008 past the unloading platform in Richmond Hill on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008, pulling a healthy train of passengers, passed over a trestle on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
Jesse Woods operated his Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008 through a cut at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008 came up to a crossing with the original loop mainline on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008 was operated by owner Jesse Woods during the International Meet on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008 crossed a single-track trestle at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
Jesse Woods hauled a train of enthusiasts with his Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008 on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
Time to take a ride with Jesse! The train pulled out of the station in Richmond Hill on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
The passenger's view was attained as Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008 crossed one of the trestles on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
The miniature train came up to a signal near the coaling tower at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Sandy Corners
One of the interesting scenes along the tracks at Richmond Hill was the village of Sandy Corners on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Flowers
A few flowers also lined the tracks at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers during the International Meet on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
Jesse Woods served as engineer as his Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008 passed through a cut on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
The passenger's view was recorded as Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008 approached the crossing on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008 continued to haul its passengers over the double-track trestle on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Sawmill
Another interesting piece of scenery at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers was this sawmill noted on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
After changing equipment, Jesse Woods was only hauling two passengers behind Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008 on 11-July-200

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008 passed Sandy Corners at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
In a rare moment, Jesse Woods had no passengers with him at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Kingston 0-4-0T #9
A visitor during the International Meet was the Kingston Live Steamers, bringing 0-4-0T #9 on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Kingston 0-4-0T #9
The 0-4-0T #9 from Kingston was constructed from a Meg Steam kit and was prepared for service on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Kingston 0-4-0T #9
0-4-0T #9 was backed onto the turntable at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers International Meet on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Kingston 0-4-0T #9
Kingston-based 0-4-0T #9 took a spin on the turntable at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Kingston 0-4-0T #9
0-4-0T #9 came off the turntable and headed for the mainline at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Kingston 0-4-0T #9
0-4-0T #9 owner Fred Beeton and Phil Ibbotson from Kingston chatted with Eric Motton on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Kingston 0-4-0T #9
Kingston-based 0-4-0T #9 headed fro the station with its home crew at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Kingston 0-4-0T #9
0-4-0T #9 passed Jack Woods Quarry at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers facility on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Kingston 0-4-0T #9
The 0-4-0T visiting Richmond Hill from Kingston started onto a trestle on the standard route on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Kingston 0-4-0T #9
0-4-0T #9 crossed a trestle at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers during the International Meet on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Kingston 0-4-0T #9
The station wasn't especially busy as 0-4-0T #9 from Kingston made a stop to load passengers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Kingston 0-4-0T #9
0-4-0T #9 accelerated out of its station stop at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers International Meet on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Kingston 0-4-0T #9
A "steep hill" sign on the road behind seemed appropriate for the climbing 0-4-0T #9 at Richmond Hill on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Kingston 0-4-0T #9
0-4-0T #9 passed the McCowan station sign at Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Kingston 0-4-0T #9
Dave D'Albertanson takes a turn at the throttle of Kingston-based 0-4-0T #9 at the International Meet on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Lake Erie & Northern 337
Dave Outram's electric battery locomotive, Lake Erie & Northern center-cab #337, was assembled on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Lake Erie & Northern 337
David Outram had recently acquired Lake Erie & Northern center-cab electric #337, being assembled on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Lake Erie & Northern 337
Because of a battery charging issue, Lake Erie & Northern #337 did not run during the International Meet on 11-July-2009

Meet - Dual-Gauge Switch
An interesting dual-gauge switch was noted at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers' trackage on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Woodland Central #3515
Woodland Central Alco RS-unit #3515 rode the shifting table at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Stacked Cars
Three passenger-hauling cars were stacked up coming out of storage at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - BCOL Electric
Noted in the storage sheds at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers was this British Columbia Railway electric on 11-July-2009

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-0 #3742
Brian Burns started the steaming of his Canadian Pacific 2-8-0 #3742 at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-0 #3742
The first stop for Canadian Pacific 2-8-0 #3742 was the coaling tower located along the mainline as seen on 11-July-2009

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-0 #3742
Brian Burns guided coal out of the coaling tower down into the tender of Canadian Pacific 2-8-0 #3742 on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-0 #3742
Canadian Pacific 2-8-0 #3742 picked up a full load of passengers shortly after entering the mainline on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-0 #3742
Canadian Pacific 2-8-0 #3742 passed McCowan station during the International Meet on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-0 #3742
Brian Burns operated his Canadian Pacific 2-8-0 #3742 at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Steaming Bays Sign
An amusing sign marked the entrance the steaming bays at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - High Line Steaming Bays
Two Pacific-type locomotives were prepared on the "High Line" at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - LMS Pacific "City of London"
The London-Midland-Scotland Pacific "City of London" sat in the steaming bays prior to firing on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Arnprior & Galetta 4-6-2 #1932
Ron Melvin worked on his Arnprior & Galetta 4-6-2 #1932, clearly based off a Canadian Pacific prototype, on 11-July-2009

Meet - Arnprior & Galetta 4-6-2 #1932
Arnprior & Galetta 4-6-2 #1932 was coaled by Ron Melvin prior to its runs at Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009

Meet - Arnprior & Galetta 4-6-2 #1932
Arnprior & Galetta 4-6-2 #1932 took a trip over the High Line loop at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Arnprior & Galetta 4-6-2 #1932
Arnprior & Galetta Pacific #1932 rounded a curve on the Richmond Hill Live Steamers high line on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Arnprior & Galetta 4-6-2 #1932
Ron Melvin piloted his Arnprior & Galetta 4-6-2 around the High Line during the International Meet on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Arnprior & Galetta 4-6-2 #1932
A final look at Arnprior & Galetta 4-6-2 #1932 was attained before it went back to the steaming bays on 11-July-2009.

Meet - LMS 4-6-2 "City of London"
Eric Motton prepared his London-Midland-Scotland Pacific for service on the High Line on 11-July-2009.

Meet - LMS 4-6-2 "City of London"
Eric Motton took his LMS Pacific named "City of London" around the Richmond Hill Live Steamers High Line on 11-July-2009

Meet - LMS 4-6-2 "City of London"
The LMS Pacific "City of London" rounded a curve on the Richmond Hill Live Steamers High Line on 11-July-2009.

Meet - LMS 4-6-2 "City of London"
The LMS Pacific "City of London" rounded a curve on the Richmond Hill Live Steamers High Line on 11-July-2009.

Meet - LMS 4-6-2 "City of London"
The size of the passengers looked especially amazing on the scale of the High Line in Richmond Hill on 11-July-2009.

Meet - LMS 4-6-2 "City of London"
Eric Motton piloted his LMS Pacific underneath the pedestrian bridge over the High Line on 11-July-2009.

Meet - LMS 4-6-2 "City of London"
A second, out-of-service bridge over the High Line was noted during the International Meet on 11-July-2009.

Meet - LMS 4-6-2 "City of London"
Eric Motton brought his LMS Pacific underneath the pedestrian overpass on the High Line in Richmond Hill on 11-July-2009

Meet - Multi-Scale Race
Moe Chaput's Mikado and Ron Melvin's Pacific appeared to be racing at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356
The largest locomotive operating on this day was Moe Chaput's Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356 on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356
Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356 moved past the Sandy Spring scene at Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356
Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356 came around a curve at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers International Meet on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356
Steam seemed to be coming from every orifice on Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356 at Richmond Hill on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356
Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356 passed station sign McCowan at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers meet on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356
Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356 came past the service sidings on the west side of the facility on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356
Time to take another ride over the Richmond Hill line, this time behind Moe Chaput's 2-8-2 #5356, on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356
A nice meet was made at the station with a McKeen passenger car at Richmond Hill on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356
Another meet took place, this time withe Canadian Pacific 2-8-0 #3742, on the busy Richmond Hill line on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356
The string of meets continued with 0-4-0T #9 from Kingston on the opposite track at Richmond Hill on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356
Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356 came up to the crossing as seen from the passenger view on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3005
Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3005 was seen down the line from the crossing heading toward the station on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356
The train behind Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356 crossed over the double-track trestle on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356
Moe Chaput brought his Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356 up to the signal at McCowan on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356
The train behind Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356 crossed the double-track trestle in the opposite direction on 11-July-2009

Meet - Trestle Sign
A tall sign denoted that the Pine Trestle had been completed in 1984 by Peter Trounge as seen on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356
Moe Chaput engineered his Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356 through the deep portion of the cut on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Flowers
More line-side flowers were noted along the main track at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356
Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356 again traversed the crossing with the loop mainline at Richmond Hill on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Conveyor Belt
A conveyor belt was part of the scenery along the main line at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Meet
Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008 and Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356 met on the double-track trestle on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356
The firebox of Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356 was clearly still hot when photographed on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Center Cab 5364
Another battery locomotive took to the rails in the form of Graham Moores' center cab diesel #5364 on 11-July-2009.

Meet - McKeen Car
Fred Motton's McKeen Car completed another lap at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers International Meet on 11-July-2009.

Meet - McKeen Car
The McKeen car, based on a 1920's prototype, was a battery-powered train at Richmond Hill on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Steam Tractor
Not everything at Richmond Hill was on rails; a miniature steam tractor moved about the parking lot on 11-July-2009.

Meet - TH&B 0-6-0 #41
Toronto Hamilton & Buffalo 0-6-0 #41 was a recent product of Moe Chaput's Locomotive Works, seen on 11-July-2009.

Meet - TH&B 0-6-0 #41
Alistair Rathbone took his Toronto, Hamilton & Buffalo 0-6-0 onto a trestle at Richmond Hill on 11-July-2009.

Meet - C&O BL-2 #50
Piers Rathbone was the engineer on Chesapeake & Ohio BL-2 diesel #50 as it passed the tower on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
Michael Guy at left prepared to take a turn at the throttle of Jesse Woods' 2-6-0 #3008 at Richmond Hill on 11-July-2009

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
Jesse Woods watched Michael Guy handle his Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008 at the coaling tower on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
Wilson Lau took a turn as the engineer of the Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008 at Richmond Hill on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008
Wilson Lau eased Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008 up to the unloading platform at Richmond Hill on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Double-Header
A double-header of Canadian Pacific 2-8-0 #3742 and Canadian Pacific 2-8-2 #5356 passed through the cut on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Double-Header
The Canadian Pacific double-header crossed the original loop main line at Richmond Hill on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Double-Header
The double-header crossed the double-track trestle at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Double-Header
The double-header came onto a trestle at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers International Meet on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Double-Header
The double-header moved past the coaling tower at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Triple-Header
Now a triple-header, Canadian Pacific 2-6-0 #3008 had been added to the double-header on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Triple-Header
The Canadian Pacific triple-header pulled out of the station at Richmond Hill for the first time on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Triple-Header
The triple-header came across the double-track trestle in the middle of the forest on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Triple-Header
The Canadian Pacific triple-header continued across the double-track trestle at the International Meet on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Triple-Header
The Canadian Pacific triple-header traversed the double-track trestle at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009

Meet - Triple-Header
The trees towered over the Canadian Pacific triple-header at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Triple-Header
The Canadian Pacific triple-header passed McCowan at the Richmond Hill Live Steamers International Meet on 11-July-2009.

Meet - Triple-Header
The triple-header was about to cross the Pine Trestle as it continued to run toward dinner time on 11-July-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
Mike Salisbury smiled as he prepared the garden locomotive for boiler tests on 20-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Lettering
Jim Gardiner, Michael Guy, and Dave Wetherald applied lettering to the Sweet Creek's tender on 29-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Lettering
Michael Guy carefully peeled the lettering from the tender of the Sweet Creek locomotive on 29-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Lettering
Michael Guy continued to peel away the backing paper from the lettering on the tender on 29-June-2009.

TRHA - Tender Lettering
Michael Guy cleaned the new lettering on the tender of the Sweet Creek locomotive on 29-June-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
The Sweet Creek was back in the blacksmith shop for additional work by Mike Salisbury on 15-August-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
Mike Salisbury did some painting on the cab of the Sweet Creek locomotive in the blacksmith shop on 15-August-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek Locomotive
The firebox of the Sweet Creek locomotive, still containing coal, had been removed for work on 15-August-2009.

TRHA - Next Locomotive
After the Sweet Creek was moved, the next locomotive frame was moved into the Blacksmith Shop on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - Next Locomotive
The miniature Whitcomb was already starting to look like a locomotive when observed on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - Passenger Car
One of the passenger cars for the miniature railway was spotted inside the Blacksmith Shop on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - Garden Track
Jon Hull worked on the track for the garden railway in the John Street Roundhouse machine shop on 20-June-2009.

TRHA - Garden Track
Jon Hull ground on the supports to be used for the garden railways trackage on 20-June-2009.

TRHA - Miniature Track Turntable
The miniature track lead toward the turntable was observed after track was laid at the roundhouse on 25-June-2009.

TRHA - Miniature Track
The turntable lead had been freshly ballasted on the miniature railway at the John Street Roundhouse on 25-June-2009.

TRHA - Miniature Track
The remainder of the turntable lead beyond the brick area was ballasted on 30-June-2009.

TRHA - Miniature Track
The structures necessary for the miniature track to cross the full-size track were observed on 25-June-2009.

TRHA - Miniature Track
A closer look at the rubber and metal parts needed for the dual-scale crossing was taken on 25-June-2009.

TRHA - Miniature Track
Michael Guy posed with a track geometry tool borrowed from the Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers on 30-June-2009.

TRHA - Miniature Track
The final section of track running through brick work in Roundhouse Park had been completed by 15-August-2009.

TRHA - Miniature Track
The last gap in the western portion of the loop of the miniature track was observed in Roundhouse Park on 15-August-2009

TRHA - Miniature Track
The track along Bremner Boulevard had just been completed and tamped a day before this 15-August-2009 photo.

TRHA - Sweet Creek
Mike Salisbury and Michael Guy fired up the "Sweet Creek" for the first time on Roundhouse Park rails on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek
The wind make it look like Sweet Creek was already moving forward while it was fired up on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek
Michael Guy tested the whistle on the Sweet Creek as it was prepared for its first move on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek
Both smoke and the whistle were produced by the Sweet Creek as it prepared to move for the first time on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek
Michael Guy started to back the Sweet Creek for the first on Roundhouse Park rails on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek
Michael Guy backed the Sweet Creek past the diesels lined up at the coaling tower on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek
Michael Guy had backed the Sweet Creek near the end of track at the time near Bremner Boulevard on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek
The Sweet Creek moved forward on the Roundhouse Park track with Michael Guy at the throttle on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek
The Sweet Creek passed the diesels lined up in Roundhouse Park in its first test run on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek
Michael Guy piloted the Sweet Creek (#3) past the Whitcomb diesel (#1) at Roundhouse Park on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek
Mike Salisbury ran the Sweet Creek through a tight curve in the track at Roundhouse Park on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek
Mike Salisbury brought the Sweet Creek out of the tight curve in Roundhouse Park during testing on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek
Mike Salisbury posed the Sweet Creek near the 6213 steam locomotive which was on the turntable on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek
Dave Wetherald ran the Sweet Creek past the diesel lineup at Roundhouse Park on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek
Dave Wetherald steamed the Sweet Creek in front of the other steam locomotive at Roundhouse Park on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Sweet Creek
Dave Wetherald enjoyed piloting the Sweet Creek in front of the 6213 steam locomotive on 7-July-2009.

TRHA - Locomotives
Former Canadian National GP7 #4803 peeked between the coaling tower columns at the roundhouse on 22-July-2009.

TRHA - Coaling Tower
Rebar had been placed in position for the new surface near the coaling tower in Roundhouse Park on 22-July-2009.

TRHA - Leon's Mural
The beautiful mural outside the Leon's Furniture entrance was finally complete on 22-July-2009.

TRHA - Leon's
Balloons decorated the entrance to the Leon's furniture store at Roundhouse Park on 22-July-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
The center of Roundhouse Park had fresh soil applied over tracks 36-38 on 22-July-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The rails had been laid in front of Don Station in Roundhouse Park on 15-July-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The rails of the miniature railway aimed straight for full-size rack #40 at Don Station on 15-July-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The main and siding curve with the deck bed beyond Don Station at Roundhouse Park on 15-July-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The deck outside Don Station in Roundhouse Park had progressed around the rails by 22-July-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The track beyond the Don Station platforms appeared to be floating in the air on 22-July-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
By 31-July-2009, the tracks beyond the Don Station platforms had been ballasted and were almost ready for service.

TRHA - Track Laying
Wilson Lau surveyed the track he had just helped construct around Cabin D in Roundhouse Park on 22-July-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Freshly-laid track wrapped around Cabin D in Roundhouse Park after a day's work on 22-July-2009.

TRHA - Cabin D
Tom Murrison's team was making visible significant progress on Cabin D when observed on 8-August-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The track beside Cabin D ran through a deck as shown in this view taking after laying on 22-July-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The track beyond Cabin D had been freshly ballasted by the track crew on 31-July-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Track had been laid from the Cabin D deck toward the miniature railway crossing on 31-July-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
A view from the railroad crossing northward was taken after the concrete walkway had cured on 31-July-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
A view from the other direction of the railroad crossing included Don Station and the shanty on 31-July-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Ballast sat underneath the still-to-be-completed crossing in Roundhouse Park on 8-August-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The track was laid through the wide concrete walkway on the other approach to the miniature crossing on 15-August-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Dan Garcia did the final ballast raking after the completion of the miniature crossing on 10-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The track near the summit of the miniature railway line had been freshly ballasted on 31-July-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Not far from the summit, the track on the lead to the storage building had been laid on 15-August-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park Sign
The Roundhouse Park sign had been removed from the path of the miniature railway on 8-August-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Construction of the wye leading to the engine house was noted in Roundhouse Park on 8-August-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Concrete had been poured in the same wye tracks as photographed in Roundhouse Park on 15-August-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The remainder of wye through the concrete walkway was prepared for pouring on 5-September-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Arno Mastens and Greg Salisbury used the track car to test the wye track on 16-September-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
"You can't park anywhere anymore." The track car had lost its wheels when observed on 3-October-2009.

TRHA - Graffiti Cleared
Time to head inside for more track work; the graffiti had been cleared off the machine shop on 27-August-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Dan Garcia and Ken Rivers on the switch manufacturing team flanked Michael Guy in front of a new switch on 8-August-2009

TRHA - Track Laying
James Gardiner joined Dan Garcia, Michael Guy, and Ken Rivers in inspecting a new switch on 8-August-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Ken Rivers and Dan Garcia worked on another new switch in the machine shop on 15-August-2009.

TRHA - Track Heating
Dan Garcia and Mike Snetsinger heated a rail as part of switch construction on 29-August-2009.

TRHA - Track Heating
Mike Snetsinger started up a torch as part of the rail bending process in the machine shop on 29-August-2009.

TRHA - Track Heating
A rail was heated by Mike Snetsinger as switch construction advanced in the machine shop on 29-August-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The nearly-completed switch from the previous week had been moved to a rolling platform on 15-August-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Dan Garcia continued work on a spring switch in the John Street Roundhouse machine shop on 3-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Michael Guy posed with the first completed switch loaded on a cart for the trip out to Roundhouse Park on 8-October-2009

TRHA - Track Laying
The first switch was placed on the miniature railroad in Roundhouse Park on 8-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The switchman's shanty and the first placed switched shared the scene in Roundhouse Park on 8-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Dan Garcia and Michael Guy shoved ballast onto recently-completed track beyond the first switch on 10-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Dave Wetherald, Arno Martens, and Michael Guy moved the second switch out of the shop on 25-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The second switch had been installed on the mainline at the south end of the platforms on 25-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The second switch was installed on the mainline near the Roundhouse Park sign on 25-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
A look at the second switch as it was installed near the wye location in Roundhouse Park on 25-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The gap in the track where the third switch would be installed was observed on 25-October-2009.

TRHA - Workshop
Dan Garcia used a saw to cut metal parts for the miniature railway switches on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Dave Wetherald and Dan Garcia worked on the third switch, of spring construction, on 25-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Dave Wetherald used a saw to work on the new crossing inserts for miniature track crossing the main on 10-October-2009.

TRHA - Workshop
Dave Wetherald worked on the woodwork for crossings in the machine shop on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Dave Wetherald tested his modifications to the new crossing inserts in Roundhouse Park on 10-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Arno Martens drilled a hole through a rail to allow it to be attached to the crossover switch on 29-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Michael Guy and Dave Wetherald worked on connecting the wye track to the crossover switch on 29-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The crossover switch had been placed in position next to the wye as observed on 29-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Another view of the crossover switch placed and attached to the wye and siding tracks on 29-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Only the track between the two switches remained to be completed at the crossovers on 29-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The crossovers were completed except for ballast after another work session on 1-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
A view of the crossover as it had been completed by Arno Martens on 1-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
A look back on the crossover was taken from inside the wye in Roundhouse Park on 1-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Lance Gleich looked at the crossover after its completion in Roundhouse Park on 1-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Arno Martens and Dave Wetherald started transporting the east wye switch out of the machine shop on 8-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Arno Martens and Dave Wetherald transported the east wye switch along the roundhouse on 8-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Dave Wetherald and Arno Martens moved the east wye switch toward its position on 8-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Arno Martens developed rail drilling techniques at the east wye switch in Roundhouse Park on 8-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Arno Martens became quite skilled at drilling holes in the rails to join them as demonstrated on 8-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Michael Guy and Dave Flinn inspected the east wye switch after its installation on 8-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Dave Flinn tested the mechanism of the east wye switch after its installation on 8-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The east wye switch was observed after its installation in Roundhouse Park on 8-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Brian was captured tamping the ballast at the east wye switch in Roundhouse Park on 14-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Dan Garcia and Michael Guy used the test car to check out the east wye switch in Roundhouse Park on 14-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The test car also was used on the crossover at the west switch of the wye as captured on 14-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Mike Salisbury wrapped the F7 locomotive and the test car for storage at the crossovers on 14-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The south wye switch was prepared to be built in place outside at Roundhouse Park on 5-September-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The south wye switch in Roundhouse Park looked almost complete when viewed on 29-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Michael Guy was grinding on the south wye switch in Roundhouse Park on 1-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The track rising toward the storage building had been constructed the week before 10-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The "ramp track" rising away from the concrete walkway (to be poured) was pictured on 10-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The rebar for the "ramp track" had been bent downward to match the expected concrete shape on 10-October-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The concrete had finally been poured at the "ramp track" lead to the storage building on 14-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The newly-poured concrete surrounded the track aimed at the storage building observed in Toronto on 14-November-2009.

TRHA - Storage Building
The construction of the miniature railway storage building was underway at Roundhouse Park on 15-August-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The last major gap in the track was between the "ramp track" and the storage building on 10-October-2009.

TRHA - Storage Building
The walls of the storage building had been constructed as observed on the evening of 5-September-2009.

TRHA - Storage Building
The storage building construction provided the foreground of the water tank in Roundhouse Park on 5-September-2009.

TRHA - Storage Building
The scaffolding had been removed from the storage building construction by 8-September-2009.

TRHA - Storage Building
The front of the miniature railway storage building was observed at Roundhouse Park on 8-September-2009.

TRHA - Storage Building
Beams had been placed for the roof of the storage building in Roundhouse Park on 10-October-2009.

TRHA - Storage Building
The roof had been installed on the storage building in Roundhouse Park by 25-October-2009.

TRHA - Storage Building
The interior of the storage building was observed after the installation of the roof on 25-October-2009.

TRHA - Storage Building
Roofers performed the final work on the storage building in Roundhouse Park on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - Emergency Exit
Richard Morrison used his chop saw to prepare boards for the emergency exit crossing in the park on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - Emergency Exit
Richard Morrison placed boards in the background in this view of the spacers underneath on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - Emergency Exit
Richard Morrison prepared to place another board in the middle of the rails at the emergency exit on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - Emergency Exit
Richard White screwed the boards into place as Stephen Gardiner held them in place on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - Emergency Exit
The finished emergency exit crossing was observed in Roundhouse Park in 28-November-2009.

TRHA - Emergency Exit
Stephen Gardiner stood in front of the emergency exit from the parking lot on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
Arno Martens worked on cleaning up the concrete poured near the storage building on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
The last significant section of track had been completed toward the storage building on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - Track Laying
A closer look at the final stretch of track was observed after the completion of work on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - Playground
The new playground had been installed at Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario by 15-August-2009.

TRHA - Playground
The playground toy was labeled "GTRR 1929," though the Grand Trunk Railroad didn't exist in 1929, seen 15-August-2009.

TRHA - Publicity Table
The TRHA information table was set up for the first time in Roundhouse Park on 15-August-2009.

TRHA - Publicity Table
Richard White and Derek Boles sat at the TRHA table in Roundhouse Park on 15-August-2009.

TRHA - Sod Laying
Sod had been laid in the center of Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario for the first time on 8-September-2009.

TRHA - Sod Laying
The sod had surrounded the miniature railway tracks between roundhouse tracks #39 and #40 on 8-September-2009.

TRHA - Sod Laying
The new sod was observed near track #35 in Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 8-September-2009.

TRHA - Crossing Lights
The 4803 posed in Roundhouse Park with newly-installed crossing lights on 3-October-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
The crossing gates, GP7 diesel #4803, and steam 4-8-4 #6213 were noted in Roundhouse Park on 8-October-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
Canadian National GP7 diesel #4803 posed in front of the Toronto skyline in Roundhouse Park on 10-October-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
The pieces of the railway crossing sign were prepared to movement into Roundhouse Park on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
Michael Guy, Bob Dickson, and Richard White tested the placement of the Railway Crossing sign on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
Michael Guy and Dan Garcia did the final positioning of the Railway Crossing sign on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
Dan Garcia started to attach the Railway Crossing sign to the post in Roundhouse Park on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
Dan Garcia attached the Railway Crossing sign in Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
With the sign mounted, Dan Garcia and Michael Guy removed the lifting straps on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
A switch move to the end of track 38 in Roundhouse Park had the Convention Centre in the background on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
Another view of the switching move at the very end of track 38 in Roundhouse Park seen on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
Equipment at the end of track 38 could block the miniature railway, as observed on 30-October-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
Most of the fencing had been removed from Roundhouse Park as seen n this wide shot on 1-November-2009.

TRHA - Roundhouse Park
A clear view of the turntable could be obtained from Roundhouse Park for the first time in months on 1-November-2009.

TRHA - Don Station
Considerable progress in the restoration of Don Station had been made as observed on 8-November-2009.

TRHA - Don Station
Tom Murison was working on the restoration of Don Station in Roundhouse Park in Toronto on 8-November-2009.

TRHA - Don Station
Tom Murison held up a piece of the awning being restored at Don Station in Roundhouse Park on 8-November-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The Whitcomb switcher was attached to the truck designed to sit beneath the F7 cab on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The Whitcomb moved the truck onto the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
Arno Martens managed the pushing of the truck back into the loading position in Roundhouse Park on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab had arrived at Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on the morning of 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab sat on the trailer near the coaling tower at Roundhouse Park on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
Another view of the F7 cab on the trailer along Bremner Boulevard in Toronto, Ontario was obtained on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The rear of the cab was noted as it sat on the trailer at Roundhouse Park on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The pilot of the F7 sat separately on the trailer prior to unloading at Roundhouse Park on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
Michael Guy took up a position in the cab of the F7 after its arrival at Roundhouse Park on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
Michael Guy pretended to be the fireman of the F7 locomotive at Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
Beams were placed on the truck to support the F7 cab at Roundhouse Park in Toronto on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
A forklift removed the pilot wheels for the F7 cab from trailer for placement on the track on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The forklift next moved to pick up the F7 cab from the trailer at Roundhouse Park on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The forklift lifted the F7 cab off the trailer at Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
Workers from Western Mechanical checked to make sure the F7 cab was properly supported on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
More double-checking of the F7 took place before the forklift moved away from the trailer on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The forklift was now ready to move the F7 cab away from the trailer at Roundhouse Park in Toronto on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The forklift moved the F7 cab away from the trailer at Roundhouse Park on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The forklift moved the F7 cab through the air toward its resting place on the truck on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The Western Mechanical crew started the process of positioning the cab above the truck on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
All hands available helped to position the cab above the truck at Roundhouse Park in Toronto on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab had been positioned by the forklift above the truck in Roundhouse Park on 4-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The Western Mechanical crew worked on the modification of the pilot trucks for the F7 cab on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab sat behind the 6213 steam locomotive at Roundhouse Park in Toronto on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The Whitcomb switcher moved into position to attach to the F7 cab for the next step on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The Whitcomb switcher started to move the F7 cab down track #34 at Roundhouse Park on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The slack was stretched out of the rope and the F7 cab was being towed toward the turntable on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab started its move past the 6213 in Roundhouse Park in Toronto, Ontario on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab moved along the 6213 as it headed for the John Street Roundhouse turntable on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The Whitcomb switcher started to move past the front of the 6213 at the John Street Roundhouse on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab started to come into view next to the 6213 steam locomotive on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The noses of the 4-8-4 steam locomotive and the F7 diesel were side-by-side at Roundhouse Park on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab was revealed not to be an entire locomotive as it passed the 6213 on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab was pulled onto the turntable by the Whitcomb switcher at the John Street Roundhouse on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab took a ride on the John Street Roundhouse turntable in Toronto, Ontario on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
A guest engineer enjoyed the ride on the TRHA's Whitcomb switch engine in Toronto on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab had taken a nearly 180 degree ride on the John Street Roundhouse turntable on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The turntable was aligned with stall #16 of the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab was pushed toward stall #16 of the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
All hands double-checked the move of the F7 cab back off the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The move of the F7 cab continued with a slow push from the Whitcomb switcher on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab started its move back onto solid ground at the John Street Roundhouse turntable on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab continued to move back toward John Street Roundhouse stall #16 on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The use of the wood post to help push the F7 cab continued at the John Street Roundhouse on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab was back on solid ground as the move back toward the John Street Roundhouse continued on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The Western Mechanical crew continued moving the F7 cab toward the John Street Roundhouse on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab started its journey inside the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab could be mistaken for a complete locomotive as it moved inside the John Street Roundhouse on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab moved inside stall #16 at the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab disappeared inside the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab move continued inside the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab was eased to its intended position inside the John Street Roundhouse on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab was noted inside the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab took up its place on track #16 inside the John Street Roundhouse on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The rear of the F7 cab was viewed inside the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - F7 Cab Move
The F7 cab was parked next to the caboose inside the John Street Roundhouse on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - Switch Move
James Resor served as the brakeman for the move of the 6213 back from track #33 to track #34 on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - Switch Move
The Whitcomb switcher coupled to the 6213 on track #33 at the John Street Roundhouse on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - Switch Move
The 6213 was noted with its rods down as it was moved off track #33 in Toronto, Ontario on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - Switch Move
The Whitcomb switcher moved the 6213 onto the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - Switch Move
The 6213 and the Whitcomb switcher rode the John Street Roundhouse turntable on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - Switch Move
The Whitcomb switcher pushed the 6213 back onto track #34 in Roundhouse Park on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - Switch Move
Jason Pelton and James Resor closed the fence around the 6213 in Roundhouse Park on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - The Diesels
The four diesel locomotives in the TRHA collection were sitting around the patio at the roundhouse on 5-December-2009.

TRHA - LED Lights
Newly-installed LED lights at the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto were observed on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - LED Lights
The traces of the LED lights at the John Street Roundhouse were observed on turntable patio on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - LED Lights
Toronto Railway Heritage Centre Whitcomb diesel #1 was lit up by the LED lights on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - LED Lights
Red and green LED lights had been installed on former Canadian National GP7 #4803 on 28-November-2009.

TRHA - LED Lights
Whitcomb diesel #1 and GP7 #4803 sat at the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 28-November-2009.
Summer in Toronto, 2009

Toronto - Riverdale Park East
Riverdale Park East offered this green expanse east of the Don River in Toronto, Ontario on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Riverdale Park East
Downtown Toronto loomed in the distance as observed from Riverdale Park East on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Riverdale Park East
A statute of Sun Yat-Sen was found in a corner of Riverdale Park East in Toronto, Ontario on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Old Don Jail
The 1860's-era Don Jail had to close to Doors Open tours immediately upon opening in Toronto, Ontario on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Shamrock Bowl
The entrance to the Shamrock Bowl was rather non-descript at 280 Coxwell in Toronto, Ontario on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Shamrock Bowl
The lanes were ready at the Shamrock Bowl for five-pin bowling just like when it opened in 1952 on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Shamrock Bowl
Five-pin bowling was invented in Toronto in 1909 and the tradition continued at the Shamrock Bowl on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Shamrock Bowl
A wide view of the room known as the Shamrock Bowl was obtained during Doors Open Toronto on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Shamrock Bowl
The bar at the Shamrock Bowl retained its 1952 decor when observed during Doors Open Toronto on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Shamrock Bowl
Some of the heritage of the Shamrock Bowl was on display on the rear wall of the building on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - TTC Substation
TTC substations receive little attention, but this one on Coxwell Avenue was photographed on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - The Keg Mansion
This location of the The Keg was known as the "The Keg Mansion" near Jarvis and Wellesley in Toronto on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Jarvis Reversible Lane
The reversible lane on Jarvis Street in Toronto was observed on the week that it would be voted out on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - 1858 Atlas
Plaques with a 1858 atlas of Toronto were located along Wellesley Street on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Paul Kane House
The Paul Kane House had been built in 1853 along Wellesley Street in Toronto, Ontario, observed on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Paul Kane Park
This plaque told the history of Paul Kane Park along Wellesley Street in Toronto, Ontario on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Tollkeeper's Cottage
The Tollkeepers Cottage stood near its original location at 750 Davenport Road in Toronto, Ontario on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Tollkeeper's Cottage
The Tollkeeper's Cottage was substantially constructed with the wood from a single white oak tree, observed on 24-May-20

Toronto - Tollkeeper's Cottage
Some of the original siding from the Tollkeeper's Cottage was on display during Doors Open on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Tollkeeper's Cottage
The entrance to the Tollkeeper's Cottage had been restored to approximately its 1850 appearance on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Tollkeeper's Cottage
A variety of 1850's period artifacts were on the table of the Tollkeeper's Cottage in Toronto, Ontario on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Tollkeeper's Cottage
The elk on the stove in the Tollkeeper's Cottage marked it as far too expensive to be an original, seen on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Tollkeeper's Cottage
Some of the kitchen implements used by the poor people in the Tollkeeper's Cottage were noted on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Tollkeeper's Cottage
The bed in the Tollkeeper's Cottage featured a quilt typical of the 1850's period being presented on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Tollkeeper's Cottage
A mattress brush, used to clean the mattress on the bed of filling "leaks" was on the wall on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Tollkeeper's Cottage
The dresser in the Tollkeeper's Cottage continued the 1850's-era decor on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Road
This plaque noted the historical nature of Davenport Road as once being a lake shore path as noted on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - TTC Hillcrest Shops
A remaining shop building along Davenport Avenue was an adjunct to the TTC Hillcrest Shops as seen on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - TTC Hillcrest Shops
The entrance to the shop building along Davenport Road was noted from the sidewalk on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Wychwood Barns
The Wychwood Barns served as a TTC streetcar facility until 1978 but were used for the arts on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Wychwood Barns
Little remained of the fifth brick structure from the Wychwood Barns as observed on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Wychwood Barns
The fourth Wychwood Barn remained intact but was being used for a movie shoot on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Wychwood Barns
A community greenhouse was one of the attractions inside the Wychwood Barns observed on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Wychwood Barns
A courtyard in the former fourth barn provided a glimpse of the overall architecture when seen on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Wychwood Barns
A playground outside the the Wychwood Barns emphasized the family contemporary use of the structure on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Wychwood Barns
The first and second Wychwood Barns were constructed in 1913, as demonstrated at the Artscape entrance on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Wychwood Barns
The third Wychwood Barn had been constructed in 1916 and was full of art studios on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Wychwood Barns
The fourth Wychwood Barn had been constructed in 1921 as was evident on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Wychwood Barns
The fifth Wychwood Barn had also been constructed in the 1921, with its original arch still standing on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - TTC Bloor Station
Construction allowed an unusual view of the walls at the Bloor subway station on the southbound platform on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Old Bay and Queen Sign
Old-style street signs had been maintained at Bay and Queen in downtown Toronto, still standing on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
Toronto's City Hall still looked futuristic during Doors Open on 24-May-2009 despite having been opened in 1965.

Toronto - City Hall
What what exactly is inside the flying saucer at Toronto City Hall, photographed on 24-May-2009?

Toronto - City Hall
A pillar observed from the atrium provided the support for the "flying saucer" city council chambers on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
Inside the "flying saucer" was the City Council Chambers, observed during Doors Open on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
Another view of the City Council Chambers was taken from the public gallery on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
The press box at the rear of the City Council Chamber included seats for the CBC on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
On the other side of the "flying saucer" was the Member's Lounge and its unusual serving station on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
The view from the Member's Lounge back toward Nathan Philips Square was observed on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
An odd stage was set up in the Member's Lounge next to the City Council chambers on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
Artwork decorated the atrium of Toronto's City Hall as observed from the second floor on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
A time capsule set for opening in 2050 was located on the second floor of Toronto City Hall on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
Simcoe and Berczy were memorialized in this piece by Almuth Lutkenhaub at Toronto's City Hall on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
The "Views to a City" was an interesting piece of wall art found on the second floor of Toronto City Hall on 24-May-2009

Toronto - City Hall
The tile work in "Views to a City" was done by artist Brian Kipping as observed at Toronto City Hall on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
John McKinnon did the copper work in the "Views to a City" artwork noted during Doors Open on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
Where else but in Canada would a beaver be found in a city shield, seen at Toronto City Hall on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
This necklace on display outside the mayor's office was worn during ceremonial events, photographed on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
The reception area of the mayor's office at Toronto City Hall was open for viewing during Doors Open on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
Mayor David Miller had one of his favorite signs on display in his office, visible during Doors Open on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
David Miller's desk was clean when observed in the Toronto Mayoral Office during Doors Open on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
David Miller had a variety of family photographs on the bureau behind his desk on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
A wide variety of books and artwork were found on the shelves in the mayor's office at Toronto City Hall on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
The view from the mayor's office toward Nathan Philips Square was captured during Doors Open on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - City Hall
A model of the city of Toronto was found near the entrance of City Hall during Doors Open on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
The Canadian Navy's HMCS Ville de Qu??bec visited the Toronto, Ontario waterfront on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
The 134-meter Halifax-class frigate HMCS Ville de Qu??bec was tied up in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
The bow deck of the HMCS Ville de Qu??bec was viewed shortly after boarding the vessel on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
The view off the port side of the HMCS Ville de Qu??bec looked toward the Toronto Islands on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
A view to the south from the HMCS Ville de Qu??bec looked toward Ward's Island and Centre Island on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
The bridge of the HMCS Ville de Qu??bec was observed from the deck while docked in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
The Shield II chaff anti-missile system was installed on the HMCS Ville de Qu??bec as seen on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
Mark Johnson tried out the naval binoculars on the HMCS Ville de Qu??bec while it was in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - Island Ferries
The 1939-era, 1000-passenger ferry "Sam McBride" returned from Hanlon's Point toward Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - Island Ferries
The 1960's-era auto ferry "Ongiara" headed for Ward's Island from the main Toronto terminal on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - Island Ferries
The 1958-built, 1000-passenger ferry "Thomas Rennie" returned from Centre Island to Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - Island Ferries
The "Thomas Rennie" met the smaller, 1935-era ferry "William Inglis" outside the docks in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
The bow of the HMCS Ville de Qu??bec was being readied for an on-ship event later in the day on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
The view from the bridge of the HMCS Ville de Qu??bec was noted as the ship was docked in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
Visitors were allowed to wander the bridge of the HMCS Ville de Qu??bec as it was docked in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
The HMCS Ville de Qu??bec appeared to have targeted the CN Tower, but these were only chaff on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
The exhaust stack of the HMCS Ville de Qu??bec looked like this from behind the bridge on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
A Rigid Hull Inflatable Boat had been useful in anti-piracy activities of the HMCS Ville de Qu??bec seen 6-September-2009

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
Harpoon missiles were a key weapon of the HMCS Ville de Qu??bec, seen docked in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
The harpoon missiles were arranged to fire across the vessel, as shown by this view on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
A Phalax 20-mm gun was part of the defensive positions on board the HMCS Ville de Qu??bec seen on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
Some of the cultural artifacts from the city of Qu??bec were found on board the HMCS Ville de Qu??bec on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
Lance Gleich posed on the stern of the HMCS Ville de Qu??bec while it was docked in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
The stern of the HMCS Ville de Qu??bec could handle a CH-124 Sea King helicopter, seen 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
Divers were in the process of inspecting the hull of the HMCS Ville de Qu??bec in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - HMCS Ville de Qu??bec
The stern of the HMCS Ville de Qu??bec was observed in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - Island Ferries
The 1910-era "Trillium," originally a 1450-passenger ship, was docked in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - Island Ferries
The side paddle-wheel of the "Trillium" remained intact and the ship would see service later on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - Kajama
The 165-foot schooner "Kajama" was noted sailing through Toronto Harbour on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - Pathfinder
The "Pathfinder" sailing ship was docked along the Lake Ontario waterfront in Toronto, Ontario on 27-June-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe WaveDeck
The Simcoe WaveDeck had opened to much critical acclaim on the Toronto waterfront on 27-June-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe WaveDeck
Another view of the Simcoe WaveDeck was taken along the Toronto waterfront on 27-June-2009.

Toronto - Foot of Spadina
The foot of Spadina Avenue at Lake Ontario have been remade to look similar to the Simcoe Wave on 27-June-2009.

Toronto - Red-Winged Blackbird
A red-winged blackbird was noted along Toronto, Ontario's waterfront on 27-June-2009.

Toronto - Red-Winged Blackbird
A red-winged blackbird was trying to attract the attention of tourists on the Toronto waterfront on 27-June-2009.

Toronto - Duck Family
A family of ducks swam along the shore of Lake Ontario near the foot of Spadina in Toronto on 5-September-2009.

Toronto - CN Tower Light Show
The CN Tower's light show started at dusk on 4-September-2009 with green on the elevator and pink on the deck.

Toronto - CN Tower Light Show
Seconds later, pink was on the elevator and yellow on the deck during the CN Tower's light show on 4-September-2009.

Toronto - CN Tower Light Show
The rainbow pattern on the elevator was a staple of CN Tower light shows in the summer of 2009, seen 4-September-2009.

Toronto - CN Tower Light Show
The first light show of the evening at 8 pm ended with the CN Tower all lighted in green on 4-September-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
Part of the Mas Toronto entourage, a queen marched in the Caribana Parade down Lake Shore Boulevard on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A close-up of the butterflies decorating the Mas Toronto queen in the Caribana Parade was taken on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The DJ on the Mas Toronto truck took a moment to survey the dancers along Lake Shore Boulevard on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The revelers following the Mas Toronto truck made their way down Lake Shore Boulevard on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A queen with a Pacific Northwest Indian theme participated in the Caribana Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A close up of the Native American decorations on a queen in the Caribana Parade was taken on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A nicely-done snake-themed king made its way down Lake Shore Boulevard in the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A lion-themed king came into sight during the Caribana Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The lion-themed king turned toward the spectators as was the common practice during the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009

Toronto - Caribana
A close-up of the lion head on the king was obtained as he rotated on Lake Shore Boulevard on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A classic Caribana couple walked down the parade route near Jameson Avenue on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The St. Jamestown Youth Centre Steel Orchestra was one of eleven bands in the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A military vehicle was mixed in to the Caribana Parade on Lake Shore Boulevard in Toronto on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A variety of interesting headdresses were noted in this group of Caribana revelers on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The truck sponsored by Fete.net made its noise during the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
Lake Shore Boulevard was solid with revelers following the Fete.net truck in the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A very gold-colored man moved with the Caribana Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A very creative chariot-based king participated in the Caribana Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The stylized horses leading the chariot-based king were viewed up close during the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A purple-colored king made his way down Lake Shore Boulevard during the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A pink and gold queen showed off in a no-hands moment during the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A side view of the pink and gold queen was obtained as she moved forward in the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A dog was already tired from all the activity at Toronto's Caribana Parade as captured on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A gold king made his way down the Caribana Parade route on Lake Shore Boulevard in Toronto on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The CN Tower looked on as the Western Union-sponsored truck moved slowly on the Caribana Parade route on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
Dancers on the Western Union-sponsored truck moved to the throbbing music during the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A military vehicle seemed a bit out of place while driving in the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The CN Tower loomed in the distance as a gold queen participated in the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A gold-colored queen made her way forward in the crowded Caribana Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A truck sponsored by the Sun newspaper made is noise during the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
Multiple DJ's were keeping people moving on the Sun-sponsored truck in the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A queen with a white and brown colored costume made her way past the view of the CN Tower on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The white and brown queen was surrounded by an entourage during the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A purple and red-costumed king made his way past the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The purple and red-costumed king was just ahead of an orange queen in Toronto's Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The CN Tower watched as the orange queen made her way forward in the Caribana Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 1-August-200

Toronto - Caribana
The orange-costumed queen made her way down Lake Shore Boulevard in the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
Two dancers from Guyana made their heritage clear during the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A close line-up of kings and queens made their way up to the Jameson Avenue footbridge in Toronto on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A red face-themed king caught up to the orange-costumed queen in the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The red face-themed king posed with the CN Tower in the background in the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The king could not be seen through the mount of the face in this view during the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The red face-themed king moved forward again in the Caribana Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The rear of the red face-themed king was all black, a completely different appearance on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
Revelers dressed in pink moved down Lake Shore Boulevard during the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A Scartown-sponsored truck projected more dancing music to the crowds lining the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
Blue and red kings were closely spaced along Lake Shore Boulevard in Toronto, Ontario on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A king with a red bird costume made his way past the view of the CN Tower in the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A closer look at the king with a red bird costume was obtained as he moved with the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A Rocawear-sponsored truck provided additional soundtrack to the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A king with a yellow and blue costume was surrounded by crowds in the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The CN Tower looked on as a blue man-costumed king moved in the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The blue man-costumed king made his way down Lake Shore Boulevard in the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A queen with a golden rooster costume provided the foreground for the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The queen with the golden rooster theme made her way down Lake Shore Boulevard on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A king with a pink and gold costume passed the CN Tower in Toronto during the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The pink and gold-costumed king moved in the Caribana Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
An interesting white tiger king made his way along the Caribana Parade route in Toronto, Ontario on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A view of the parade not available in recent years had reopened on 1-August-2009--the Jameson Avenue footbridge.

Toronto - Caribana
The Caribana Parade made its way along Lake Shore Boulevard as viewed from the Jameson Avenue footbridge on 1-August-200

Toronto - Caribana
A lighted Caribana truck emerged from the Jameson Avenue footbridge as observed on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
The truck sponsored by Obedessee foods made its way along the Caribana Parade route on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A sun-themed king made his way down Lake Shore Boulevard in the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
Three kings and queens approached the Jameson Avenue footbridge on the Caribana Parade route on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A green and pink peacock-themed king made his way along the Caribana Parade route on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
Four kings and queens were in one frame as they approached the Jameson Avenue footbridge on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A scorpion-theme king came into sight along the Caribana Parade route in Toronto on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A side view of the scorpion-themed king made its appearance even more dramatic in the Caribana Parade on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A purple bird-themed king had come down most of the Caribana Parade route when observed on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Caribana
A monarch butterfly-themed Caribana queen made her way down the parade route in Toronto, Ontario on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Rennie Pond
This view of Rennie Pond in the Swansea neighborhood showed no sign of being in Toronto, Ontario on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Rennie Pond
Rennie Pond was located not far from Lake Ontario in the Swansea neighborhood of Toronto, Ontario on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Swansea Walk
Historian Denise Harris gave the introduction to the Swansea Historical Society's annual walk on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Swansea Walk
Only a small crowd gathered along Lake Ontario for the Swansea Historical Society's annual walk on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Argonaut Rowing Club
The Argonaut Rowing Club, founded in 1872, was located in this 1947-era building as observed on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Swansea Walk
Brian Stewart held up a picture of a former building of the Argonaut Rowing Club during the Swansea Walk on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Sailing and Canoeing Club
The Toronto Sailing and Canoeing Club, founded in 1880, was observed from its entrance on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Sailing and Canoeing Club
This marina along Lake Ontario was used by the Toronto Sailing and Canoeing Club as observed on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Swansea Walk
Denise Harris led the Swansea Historical Society's annual walk to Lake Shore Drive West on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Royal Canadian Legion
This Royal Canadian Legion building had been built in 1927 as the Navy League of Canada, observed on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Royal Canadian Legion
The cornerstone of the Royal Canadian Legion building was a demonstration of how British Toronto had been on 6-June-2009

Toronto - Royal Canadian Legion
This sign stood at the entrance to the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 344 in Toronto, Ontario on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Royal Canadian Legion
Veterans of the Queen's Own Rifles of Canada made up the Royal Canadian Legion Branch 344 on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Western Breakwater
A tour boat sailed in Lake Ontario beyond the Western Breakwater, which was finished in 1921, on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Boulevard Club
The Boulevard Club had been founded in 1910 as the Parkdale Canoe Club and was observed on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Parkdale Canoeing Club
The logo of the Parkdale Canoeing Club still graced the building of the Boulevard Club when observed on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Boulevard Club
Brian Stewart held up a picture of the stadium that once stood in the parking lot of the Boulevard Club on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Swansea Walk
A ground hog was noted exploring one of the advertisements along the Gardiner Expressway in Toronto on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Trans-Canada Trail Sign
This sign denoted the path along Lake Ontario as part of the Trans-Canada Trail system when observed on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Martin Goodman Trail Sign
The Martin Goodman Trail was named after a Toronto Star editor who was a cancer victim, seen on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Palais Royale
The Palais Royale dancing club was built in conjunction with the Sunnyside Amusement Park in the 1920's, seen 6-June-200

Toronto - Palais Royale
The lake-facing side of the Palais Royale, completed in 1922, was observed along Toronto's lake shore on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Budapest Park
Budapest Park along Toronto's waterfront was dedicated in 1964 to honor the 1956 uprising, observed on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Budapest Park
The Limber Gunners were part of the festivities in Budapest Park commemorating Hungarian history on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Marilyn Bell Sign
A sign honoring Marilyn Bell's swim across Lake Ontario was oddly not located where she finished her swim on 6-June-2009

Toronto - Shaded Geese
It was apparently too hot for the Canada Geese as they took to the shade along Lake Ontario on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - Sunnyside Amusement Park
The Sunnyside Amusement Park's 1922 opening was explained on this plaque in Toronto, Ontario on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Sunnyside Park Wading Pool
The Wading Pool at Sunnyside Park in Toronto, Ontario was not yet open for the season on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Sunnyside Gus Ryder Pool
The Sunnyside Gus Ryder Pool along the Toronto waterfront was not yet open for the season on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Sunnyside Bathing Pavilion
The Sunnyside Bathing Pavilion had opened with the rest of Sunnyside Park in 1922 and was observed on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Sunnyside Bathing Pavilion
The dome of the Sunnyside Bathing Pavilion had been restored, but not to its original 1922 appearance on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Sunnyside Bathing Pavilion
The courtyard in the Sunnyside Bathing Pavilion had once been a men's changing area, observed on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Sunnyside Bathing Pavilion
The side of the Sunnyside Bathing Pavilion facing the beaches and Lake Ontario was observed on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Boardwalk Original
The 1990s plastic boardwalk along Lake Ontario recalled the original 1922 wood boardwalk on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Sir Casimir Gzowski Memorial
The Sir Casimir Gzowski Memorial, an engineer of the Grand Trunk Railroad, was located along Lake Ontario on 6-June-2009

Toronto - Joy Oil Station
The 1937-era Joy Oil Station had served the end of the Queen Elizabeth Way and was preserved on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Joy Oil Station
The Joy Oil Station had been moved to a location along Lake Ontario in 2006 and was observed on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Swansea Walk
One of the last stops on the Swansea Historical Society Walk was the 1994-era Humber Bay Arch Bridge on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Humber Bay Arch Bridge
A snake was one of the native-inspired decorations on the Humber Bay Arch Bridge observed on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
A man sailed out the Humber River into Lake Ontario in a small boat as observed during the Swansea Walk on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Humber Bay Arch Bridge View
The view from the Humber Bay Arch Bridge looked across Humber Bay toward downtown Toronto on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Humber Bay Arch Bridge View
The view from the Humber Bay Arch Bridge included the lake side of the Boulevard Club beneath the CN Tower on 6-June-200

Toronto - Humber Bay Arch Bridge View
The Argonaut Rowing Club was the red brick building near the center, seen from the Humber Bay Arch Bridge on 6-June-2009

Toronto - Humber Bay View
The Toronto, Ontario skyline was viewed from across Humber Bay at Humber Bay Park East on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - CF-18
A Canadian Forces CF-18 fighter performed to open the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - CF-18
The CF-18 decorated for the "Century of Canadian Flight" climbed during the air show in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - CF-18
The underside of the specially-painted "Century of Canadian Flight" CF-18 was observed on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - CF-18
The Canadian Forces CF-18 performed a very slow pass along the crowd at the International Air Show on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - CF-18
A Canadian Forces CF-18 flew over the Boulevard Club in Toronto, Ontario during the air show on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - CF-18
The CF-18 "Hornet" fighter flew past the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario as seen on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - CF-18
The Canadian Forces CF-18 "Hornet" flew above the windmill in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - CF-18
The CF-18 flew away from the air show past the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Mk IX Spitfire
The Russell Aviation Group Mk IX Spitfire flew into the scene at the Canadian International Air Show on 7-September-2009

Air Show - Mk IX Spitfire
The World War II-era Mk IX Spitfire fighter flew past the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Mk IX Spitfire
The Merlin-powered Mk IX Spitfire, constructed in 1944, flew above Lake Ontario in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - P-51 Mustangs
Two P-51 Mustangs, members of "The Horsemen" acrobatic team, performed over Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - P-51 Mustangs
The two P-51 Mustangs, a World War II-era design, climbed above Lake Ontario in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - P-51 Mustangs
The two P-51 Mustangs flew past the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario as seen from across Humber Bay on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - C-130
"Fat Albert," the C-130 used by the US Navy Blue Angels, flew past the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - C-130
The Blue Angels' C-130, nicknamed "Fat Albert," flew toward the camera person in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - C-130
The C-130 known as "Fat Albert" banked over Lake Ontario at Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - C-130
"Fat Albert" made a turn over Lake Ontario during the Canadian International Air Show on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - C-130
A model originally known in 1954, the four-engine C-130 flew over Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - C-130
"Fat Albert," the Blue Angels' C-130 transport, turned toward the crowd in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - C-130
The underside of "Fat Albert," the Blue Angels' C-130 transport plane, was observed on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - C-130
The US Navy Blue Angels' "Fat Albert" C-130 flew over the Sunnyside Pavilion in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - C-130
The "Fat Albert" C-130 from the US Navy Blue Angels flew past the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The US Navy Blue Angels made their entrance to the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels in the diamond formation flew past the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels' diamond formation of four aircraft circled behind the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels solo pilots made their first pass over Lake Ontario at Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
A Blue Angels solo pilot was in the foreground as the four diamond planes were off in the distance on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
A Blue Angels F/A-18 aircraft climbed inverted at the Canadian International Air Show on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
Blue Angels solo pilot #6 flew past the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The four US Navy Blue Angels F/A-18 aircraft climbed over Lake Ontario at Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Diamond formation of the Blue Angels executed a slow roll over Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Diamond formation passed the windmill in Toronto, Ontario as part of the air show on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels in the Diamond Formation flew past the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
A close-up of the Blue Angels Diamond formation was taken during the Canadian International Air Show on 7-September-2009

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels solo pilots flew over the Sunnyside Pavilion in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels soloists flew past the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario with landing gear deployed on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels soloists soared past the crowds at Ontario Place in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Diamond formation of the Blue Angels approached with their landing gear deployed on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels flew with landing gear down in the Diamond formation over Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
A close look at the Blue Angels diamond formation with landing gear down was taken on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels Diamond formation had its landing gear deployed over Lake Ontario in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels flew in front of the crowd in Toronto, Ontario with some planes inverted on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels solo pilots passed in front of the crowds in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The four diamond pilots passed close to the crowd during the Canadian International Air Show on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angles turned to the left in front of the crowds along Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels solo pilots crossed again in front of the crowds in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The four Blue Angels diamond pilots headed for the sky above Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The four Blue Angels diamond pilots looped to an inverted position as viewed from Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
Four F/A-18 Hornets of the Blue Angels came out of the loop above Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels started up their vapor trails flying above Lake Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The line of Blue Angels passed by the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels looping through the sky were observed from Humber Bay Park in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The four diamond pilots of the Blue Angels flew level in the Canadian International Air Show on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
Blue Angels solo pilot #5 joined the four diamond pilots in a line over Lake Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
Five F/A-18 Hornets of the US Navy Blue Angels passed the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The five Blue Angels reached the apex of a loop above Lake Ontario off of Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The line of five loop was viewed from its side at Humber Bay Park in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels started their "flower" maneuver above Lake Ontario off Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels separated in the "flower" maneuver in the Canadian International Air Show on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
Five of the Blue Angels created the "flower" in the sky above Lake Ontario as seen from Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
A F/A-18 Hornet of the Blue Angles flew inverted above the crowd after the "Flower" maneuver on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels' Lead Solo Pilot flew at a low elevation above Lake Ontario off Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels solo pilots again crossed above Lake Ontario as seen from Humber Bay Park in Toronto on 7-September-2009

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels solo pilots were observed from the western beaches in Toronto after the cross on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels flew above vehicles on the Gardiner Expressway and trains on the railway in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels Diamond formation had reformed and headed for the sky above Lake Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Diamond formation of the US Navy Blue Angels completed a loop above Lake Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels solo pilots flew ever so slowly past the crowds on the shores of Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels soloists prepared to pass the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on their slow pass on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The F/A-18 Hornet had been the aircraft flown by the Blue Angels since 1986, observed in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
Blue Angel #4 descended alone to re-join the Diamond pilots over Lake Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
Blue Angels 1, 2, 3, and 4 lined up over Lake Ontario as seen from Humber Bay Park in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels performed an interesting roll in the sky above Lake Ontario off Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
All six Blue Angels were forming into the Delta formation above Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
All six Blue Angles were together and preparing to fly over the crowds in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
All six Blue Angels flew right over the crowd creating a deafening roar above Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
All six Blue Angels flew away from the shore of Lake Ontario after waking up the crowds in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels Diamond pilots flew skyward as the solo pilots again broke away on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Diamond pilots of the US Navy Blue Angels had returned to formation above Lake Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Diamond formation of the US Navy Blue Angels flew over Humber Bay Park in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels leveled out in front of the crowd along Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The diamond formation of the Blue Angels flew along the shoreline of Lake Ontario in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
Blue Angel #6, a solo pilot, was seen in near-perfect light over Humber Bay in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
All six of the Blue Angels had joined in the delta formation seen from the Lake Ontario shore on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The delta formation of all six Blue Angels was seen from the side approaching Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
All six Blue Angels appeared to fall from the sky during their Toronto, Ontario performance on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels performed the "Delta Break" maneuver during the Canadian International Air Show on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
Blue Angel #4 headed over the Humber Bay in Toronto, Ontario as viewed from the south on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels performed the six-way cross over Lake Ontario in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels performed the "Delta Breakout" as viewed from the side on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The Blue Angels returned to the delta formation for a final pass over Ontario Place in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
The final delta formation pass of the Blue Angels passed over Lakeshore Drive in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Blue Angels
Their performance complete, the Blue Angels headed back to Pearson Airport in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Matt Chapman
Acrobatic pilot Matt Chapman showed off the capabilities of his CAP 580 aircraft over Lake Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Matt Chapman
Matt Chapman performed at near Lake Ontario level in front of Ontario Place in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Matt Chapman
Matt Champan represented Embry Riddle Aeronautical University flying over Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Matt Chapman
Matt Chapman flew past Toronto's windmill during the Canadian International Air Show on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Matt Chapman
Matt Chapman climbed over Ontario Place in Toronto, Ontario during his performance on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
The United States Air Force F-16 started its part of the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
The 1970's-era F-16 fighter performed a slow pass by the crowd along Lake Ontario in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
The United States Air Force F-16 headed ascended above Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
Another ascent by the F-16, operated by 26 forces across the world, was observed in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
The F-16 headed straight up into the sky over Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
The F-16 descended out of one of its climbs during the Canadian International Air Show on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
Contrails resulted as the F-16 made a tight turn over Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
The underside of the F-16 was observed from the shore of Lake Ontario during the air show on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
Contrails resulted from a tight turn of the F-16, seen from its underside in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
The single engine of the F-16 was readily visible as it made a turn over Lake Ontario in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
The F-16 flew inverted past the crowds along Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
The F-16 made a turn as seen from across Humber Bay in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
A top view of the F-16 was obtained as it turned over Lake Ontario above Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
The F-16 turned toward the crowds in Toronto, Ontario during its performance on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
A head-on view of the F-16 was obtained as it turned over Lake Ontario in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
Contrails were noted as the F-16 turned during the Canadian International Air Show on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
The underside of the F-16 was in clear view from Humber Bay Park in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
The underside of the F-16 was observed during a turn over Lake Ontario in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - F-16
A final head-on view of the F-16 was obtained as the plane exited the air show in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Mike Wiskus
Mike Wiskus climbed toward the sky after entering the Canadian International Air Show on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Mike Wiskus
Mike Wiskus flew his Pitts S-1-11bSS aircraft over Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Mike Wiskus
Mike Wiskus reached the apex of a climb above Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Mike Wiskus
Mike Wiskus flew below the level of Ontario Place in Toronto, Ontario in an impressive move on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Mike Wiskus
Despite climbing, Mike Wiskus was still below the tree line at Ontario Place in Toronto as seen on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Mike Wiskus
Mike Wiskus climbed above Ontario Place on his way to exiting the air show in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - F-22
The F-22 "Raptor" made its entrance at the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - F-22
A top view of the F-22 "Raptor," which entered service in 2005, was obtained on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - F-22
The underside of the F-22 "Raptor" was observed while climbing above the crowd on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-22
The F-22 "Raptor" climbed above the crowd along Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-22
The F-22 "Raptor" turned away from the crowd at the Canadian International Air Show on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-22
The afterburners of the F-22 "Raptor" were readily visible as it flew away from the Toronto crowds on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-22
The F-22 made a sharp turn to the right during its performance above Lake Ontario in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-22
The purported most advanced fighter aircraft in the world, the F-22, flew over Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - F-22
The underside of the F-22 was viewed from Humber Bay Park in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - F-22
The F-22 "Raptor," one of about 150 in existence, flew over Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - F-22
The F-22 flew toward the right over Lake Ontario as viewed from Humber Bay Park in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - F-22
The United States Air Force F-22 "Raptor" angled past the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - F-22
The F-22 "Raptor" looped above Toronto, Ontario behind the CN Tower during the air show on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - F-22
The F-22 climbed toward the sky, making its exit from the Canadian International Air Show on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - US Heritage Flight
The "US Heritage Flight" with a P-51, F-16, and F-22, made its entrance over Lake Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - US Heritage Flight
The "US Heritage Flight" with a P-51, F-16, and F-22 passed the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - US Heritage Flight
The undersides of the P-51, F-16, and F-22 were observed during the "US Heritage Flight" on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - US Heritage Flight
The "US Heritage Flight" with a P-51, F-16, and F-22 headed away from the crowd in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - US Heritage Flight
The "US Heritage Flight" made more more pass of the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - US Heritage Flight
The "US Heritage Flight" had two P-51's, the F-16, and F-22 when it entered on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - US Heritage Flight
The "US Heritage Flight" with two P-51's, the F-16, and F-22 passed the crowds in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - US Heritage Flight
A head-on view of the P-51's, F-16, and F-22 in the "US Heritage Flight" was captured on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - US Heritage Flight
The "US Heritage Flight" returned to the right with two P-51's, a F-16, and a F-22 on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - US Heritage Flight
The "US Heritage Flight" passed in front of the crowds along Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - US Heritage Flight
The two P-51's, F-16, and F-22 of the "US Heritage Flight" passed the crowds in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - US Heritage Flight
The "US Heritage Flight" with two P-51's, F-16, and F-22 flew away from the crowds in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - US Heritage Flight
The two P-51's peeled away from the F-16 and F-22, ending the "US Heritage Flight" on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Mike Goulian
Mike Goulian entered from the Toronto Islands Airport into the Canadian International Air Show on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Mike Goulian
The underside of Mike Goulian's Aviator Extra 330SC aircraft was observed above Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Mike Goulian
Mike Goulian climbed to the sky above Lake Ontario off Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Mike Goulian
Mike Goulian's Castrol Aviator Extra 330SC aircraft was noted performing in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Mike Goulian
Mike Goulian flew past the Coast Guard cutter in Lake Ontario off Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - Porter Air Q400
Not part of the air show, a Porter Air Q400 approached the runway at the Toronto Islands Airport on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - CH-146
Another Porter Air Q400 landed in the background as the Canadian Forces CH-146 came on the scene on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - CH-146
The Canadian Forces CH-146 "Griffon" became its demonstration above Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - CH-146
Swans and a Coast Guard cutter looked on as the CH-146 "Griffon" flew above Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - CH-146
A man jumped overboard from the CH-146 into Lake Ontario off of Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - CH-146
A head-on view of the CH-146 "Griffon" helicopter, a Bell 412EP variant, was obtained on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - CH-146
The CH-146 was noted turning to the left over Lake Ontario off the west breakwater in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - CH-146
One person was raised from the waters of Lake Ontario in to the CH-146 helicopter on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - CH-146
The person raised from Lake Ontario reached the CH-146 helicopter to complete the rescue on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - CH-146
A two-person rescue was also demonstrated by the CH-146 helicopter during the air show on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - CH-146
Two people were raised from Lake Ontario into the CH-146 "Griffon" during the demonstration on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - CH-146
The CH-146 "Griffon" helicopter turned to exit as the final two people were pulled aboard on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Sabre Mk 5
The Canadian Sabre Mk 5, a F-86 variant, entered the Canadian International Air Show on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Sabre Mk 5
The Canadian Sabre Mk 5, painted in the "Golden Hawk" scheme of 1959-1964 performers, seen 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Sabre Mk 5
"Hawk One" was the nickname of the F-86 Sabre Mk 5 flying above Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Sabre Mk 5
The "Hawk One" Canadian Sabre Mk 5, built in 1953, was in the Canadian International Air Show on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Sabre Mk 5
"Hawk One" lowered its landing gear as part of its demonstration above Lake Ontario in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Sabre Mk 5
The Canadian Sabre Mk 5 made a right-hand turn over Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Canadian Snowbirds entered the scene with "Hawk One" joining the formation over Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Canadian Snowbirds and the "Hawk One" Canadian Sabre Mk 5 flew past the crowds in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The "Golden Hawk"-pained Canadian Sabre was in formation with the Snowbirds above Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds and "Hawk One" flew away from the crowds at Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Canadian Snowbirds and the Canadian Sabre Mk 5 "Hawk One" passed the CN Tower in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
A top view of the Canadian Sabre Mk 5 and the Snowbirds was obtained over Lake Ontario in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Canadian Snowbirds and the Canadian Sabre Mk 5 "Hawk One" approached the camera on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The snowbirds broke away from the Canadian Sabre Mk 5 over Lake Ontario in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
"Hawk One" veered right as the Canadian Snowbirds veered left in the Canadian International Air Show on 7-September-2009

Air Show - Sabre Mk 5
The underside of the Canadian Sabre Mk 5 was readily visible as the plane circled for one more pass on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Sabre Mk 5
The top of the Canadian Sabre Mk 5 in the "Golden Hawk" paint scheme as visible as it circled on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Sabre Mk 5
The Canadian Sabre Mk 5 passed the CN Tower as it exited the Canadian International Air Show on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
It wasn't a Canada Goose in the picture as the Snowbirds took up the "Canada Goose" formation on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds reappeared in the "Vulcan" formation above Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Canadian Forces 431 Air Demonstration Squadron, or the Snowbirds, flew in "Vulcan" formation on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds in "Vulcan" formation were viewed from Humber Bay Park in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The underside of the CT-114 Tutors were in view as the Snowbirds passed in "Vulcan" formation on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Snowbirds transitioned from the "Vulcan" to the "Condor" formations over Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Snowbirds had almost formed into the "Condor" formation as they climbed above Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Snowbirds were in the "Condor" formation at the top of a loop over Lake Ontario in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Snowbirds executed a loop in the "Big Arrow" formation off the shore of Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds passed in the "Big Diamond" formation above the Toronto crowds on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
A head-on view of the Snowbirds in the "Condor" formation was taken from Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds climbed in the "Big Diamond" formation above Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds descended out of their loop in the "Big Diamond" formation on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
A rear view of the Canadian Forces Snowbirds was taken as the team flew away from Humber Bay Park on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Snowbirds again climbed to the sky in the "Big Diamond" formation over Lake Ontario in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Snowbirds separated in the "fan" maneuver as viewed from the shore in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The two solo Snowbirds pilots performed an inverted cross maneuver over Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The solo pilots continued onward less than a second after their inverted cross over Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The other seven Canadian Snowbirds performed a diving fan over Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Snowbirds solo pilots approached in a curved cross maneuver viewed from Humber Bay Park on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Canadian Snowbirds soloists executed the curved cross demonstration over Lake Ontario in Toronto on 7-September-2009

Air Show - Snowbirds
The pass looked much closer as viewed from the western beaches of Toronto as demonstrated on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The curved cross maneuver had been completed by the Snowbirds solo pilots as observed on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
A wide view of the Canadian Forces Snowbirds solo pilots curved cross maneuver as observed on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
Five of the Snowbirds flew in line during the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Canadian Snowbirds solo pilots again approached one another over Lake Ontario off Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The solo pilots of the Snowbirds crossed facing each other over Lake Ontario off Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The top of the 1961-era CT-114 Tutor aircraft used by the Canadian Forces Snowbirds was observed on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The bottom of the CT-114 Tutor used by the Canadian Forces Snowbirds was seen over Lake Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Snowbirds solo pilots again crossed, this time facing one another, over Lake Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The facing-outwards pass was viewed from the western beaches of Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
Canadian Snowbirds #5 and #8 made a close pass to Humber Bay Park in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
Canadian Forces Snowbirds #5 and #8 passed the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Snowbirds performed a four-plane cross over Lake Ontario as viewed from Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
Four Snowbirds started to climb apart as they started the "Heart" maneuver over Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The result of the Canadian Snowbirds "Heart" maneuver was observed from the shore of Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
A side view of the "Heart" maneuver was taken from Humber Bay Park in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
Three of four Snowbirds in this pass flew inverted past the crowd in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The three-planes inverted formation was viewed from the western beaches of Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Canadian Forces Snowbirds took on a "Box" configuration over Lake Ontario off Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Snowbirds started the dramatic "Maple Fan" maneuver headed toward Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
Five Snowbird aircraft fanned out away from each other over Lake Ontario as viewed from Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
Two of the Canadian Snowbirds faced each other in a looping maneuver over Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The two facing Snowbirds soloists were observed near the apex of their loop over Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The two facing Snowbirds soloists descended from their loop off of Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
A line of three Canadian Forces Snowbirds executed a turn in the Canadian International Air Show on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Canadian Snowbirds in the "Double Diamond" formation reached the apex of a loop above Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The undersides of the CT-114's flown by the Snowbirds were visible in the "double diamond" on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
A close look at the Snowbirds in the "Double Diamond" formation was taken from Humber Bay Park on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Snowbirds flew away from the camera in the "Double Diamond" formation over Lake Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Snowbirds moved to the "Speedbird" formation as they flew over Lake Ontario off Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Snowbirds transitioned to the "Speedbird" formation as seen from the western beaches in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
Snowbird #8 flew right over the crowds during the Canadian International Air Show on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Canadian Snowbirds were re-forming back into a formation with nine planes over Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Snowbirds had rejoined into the full diamond and climbed skyward over Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
All nine Snowbirds started to fan out above Lake Ontario off Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The nine Snowbirds fanned out above Lake Ontario during the Canadian International Air Show on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The nine Snowbirds spread out during the "Fan Out" maneuver over Lake Ontario off Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The "Fan Out" maneuver by the Canadian Snowbirds looked like a funnel opening over Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The "Fan Out" maneuver by the Snowbirds created a flower-like image in the sky above Lake Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The widest view of the "Fan Out" maneuver was taken upon its completion from Humber Bay Park on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Canadian Snowbirds moved into the "Shuttle" formation over Lake Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Snowbirds descended in the "Big Vic" formation as seen from the side at Humber Bay Park on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Snowbirds approached the crowds along the western beaches in Toronto in the "Big Vic" formation on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Snowbirds flew past the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario in the "Big Vic" formation on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The Snowbirds flew past the CN Tower over the crowds in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The line of all nine Canadian Forces Snowbirds approached the western beaches in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
All nine Snowbirds formed a line in the finale of the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The line of nine Snowbirds approached the shore of Lake Ontario as observed from Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
All nine Snowbirds lined up as they flew over the crowd on the shore of Lake Ontario in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
All nine Canadian Forces Snowbirds were lined up next to one another over the crowd in Toronto on 6-September-2009.

Air Show - Snowbirds
The line of Snowbirds exited, ending the Canadian International Air Show over Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - Lion QEW Monument
The Lion Monument had been constructed for the opening of the Queen Elizabeth Way in 1940 as seen on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Lion QEW Monument
This lion had greeted visitors to Toronto arriving on the Queen Elizabeth Way from 1940 to 1971, observed on 6-June-2009

Toronto - Lion QEW Monument
This plaque explained the history of the monument and the Queen Elizabeth Way as observed on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Lion QEW Monument
The backside of the Lion Monument, moved away from the highway in is 1971 rebuilding, was seen on 6-June-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
This plaque near the Humber River marked the location of the "Jean-Baptiste Rousseaux site" on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
A small group gathered at the "Rousseaux site," also once Fort Portneuf, for the Simcoe Walk on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
A local resident dressed as Governor John Graves Simcoe introduced the "Simcoe Walk" re-enactment on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
"Governor Simcoe" introduced his 1793 walk up the Toronto Carrying Path to the group on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
The first Lieutenant Governor of Upper Canada, John Graves Simcoe, gave a talk on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
Historian and walk leader Madeleine McDowell conversed with Governor Simcoe at the Rousseaux site on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The marshes of the Humber River just above the Queensway bridge in Toronto, Ontario were seen on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
A map of the "Toronto Carrying Place" was displayed near the Rousseaux site in Toronto, Ontario on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
A mural to the fauna along the Humber River was displayed along the South Kingsway in Toronto on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
A mural to the human uses of the Humber River was on display at the South Kingsway in Toronto on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
An old Metropolitan Toronto insignia was still found on a Humber Marsh sign along the South Kingsway on 26-September-200

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
Madeleine McDowell paused the Simcoe Walk for a talk about the old "The Kingsway" bar on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
A swan was noted in the marshes of the Humber River as seen from the former village of Swansea on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
Another view of the Humber River marshes was obtained near the Rousseaux site on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
A cat distracted the attention of the Simcoe Walk participants and leader Madeleine McDowell on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The marshes of the Humber River were viewed under stormy light on the morning of the Simcoe Walk, 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
"Governor John Graves Simcoe" emerged from the Carolinian forest along the Humber River on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River's course moved to the west next to the former village of Swansea in Toronto on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
A closer look at the marshes of the Humber River was obtained during a low-water period on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
A look back down the Humber River toward the high-rises on the Lake Ontario shore was taken on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The first twinges of fall were notable along the banks of the Humber River near Swansea on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
Madeleine McDowell took a moment along Riverside Drive to talk about the Carolinian Forest on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
Sassafras trees were noted in the Carolinian forest along the Humber River in Swansea on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
Grapes were noted among the other plants along the Humber River along Riverside Drive in Swansea on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
An island was noted in the middle of the Humber River marshes west of Swansea on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
A sandbar was noted in the middle of the Humber River west of Swansea on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
Seagulls dominated the sandbar in the middle of the Humber River as seen from Riverside Drive on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
More sassafras was noted mixed with other plants along the Humber River in Swansea on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
Docks were noted across the Humber River in Etobicoke as seen from the shore in Swansea on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
The house where Lucy Maud Montgomery wrote the last of her "Green Gables" books was noted on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
A plaque to Lucy Maud Montgomery was found in the Swansea neighborhood where she had lived on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
Lucy Maud Montgomery Park provided some open space in the area of Swansea where she had lived on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
A black oak tree from the "Tuberculin Grove" was noted in the neighborhood of Swansea on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
A monument to poet Robert Burns was found on a street in the Swansea neighborhood of Toronto on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
An interesting insignia was found on the side of the private Robert Burns memorial seen on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
An oak tree that fell on its own had become a planter along Riverside Drive in the Swansea area on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
These two houses on Larkin Avenue in Swansea were built on what amounted to quicksand, observed 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
"Governor Simcoe" prepared to cross Bloor Street on what had been the route of the Carrying Path on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
The Simcoe Walk group had safely crossed Bloor Street and headed up Armadale Avenue on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
Madeleine McDowell and "Governor Simcoe" stood beside a tree passed by Simcoe in 1793, seen 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
Another old oak tree along the Toronto Carrying Path had a feeding tube to help keep it healthy on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
Cashman Park had been the dedication site of the "Tuberculin Grove" as told during the Simcoe Walk on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - B??by Point Walk
La Soci??t?? d'histoire de Toronto led the Heritage Toronto walk through the B??by Point neighborhood on 30-August-2009.

Toronto - B??by Point Walk
The Humbercrest United Church has stood on B??by Point in Toronto, Ontario since 1912, viewed on 30-August-2009.

Toronto - B??by Point Walk
This photo showed what B??by Point Road had looked like when first constructed in 1912, displayed on 30-August-2009.

Toronto - B??by Point Walk
The varied architecture in B??by Point included this house at 43 B??by Point Road in Toronto on 30-August-2009.

Toronto - B??by Point
The house at 53 B??by Point had been the first house built in the development in the 1920's, seen 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
It might look like a sycamore, but this was actually a London Plane tree seen on B??by Point on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - B??by Point Walk
Valleyview Gardens in Toronto, Ontario, seemed a strange name on 30-August-2009, but it had once had views.

Toronto - B??by Point Walk
A picture of one of the B??by family's first houses in the area was displayed during the walk on 30-August-2009.

Toronto - B??by Point Walk
This house owned by the B??by family had stood along Jane Street well into the 20th century, seen 30-August-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
Madeleine McDowell and "Jean Rousseaux" stood by the Teiaiagon plaque on B??by Point on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
"Governor Simcoe" headed home, breaking away from the Simcoe Walk on B??by Point on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - B??by Point Walk
There were lots of very amusing stories to tell during the B??by Point Heritage Toronto walk on 30-August-2009.

Toronto - B??by Point Walk
One of three groups taking the Heritage Toronto B??by Point walk headed down B??by Point Crescent on 30-August-2009.

Toronto - B??by Point Walk
A painting of Etienne Br??l??, possibly the first European to pass through the area, was held up on 30-August-2009.

Toronto - B??by Point Walk
This house on B??by Point was supposedly the site where an ancient burial ground was found in 1999, seen 30-August-2009.

Toronto - B??by Point Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk paused for a talk at the Magwood Sanctuary near the Humber River in Toronto on 30-August-2009.

Toronto - B??by Point Walk
A very large flow for August was noted in the Humber River during the B??by Point walk on 30-August-2009.

Toronto - B??by Point Walk
One of three groups going on the Heritage Toronto B??by Point paused for a talk along the Humber River on 30-August-2009.

Toronto - B??by Point Walk
An amusing picture from 1922 of cars being washed in the Humber River was shown during the walk on 30-August-2009.

Toronto - White Egret
A Great White Egret was found fishing in the Humber River near the Old Mill in Toronto, Ontario on 30-August-2009.

Toronto - Humber River Heritage Celebration
The Humber River passed the celebration of the 10th anniversary of its heritage river designation on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River Heritage Celebration
On 19-September-2009, a celebration of the Humber River as a heritage river was held in Etienne Br??le Park.

Toronto - Humber River Heritage Celebration
One of the native drums used during performances at the Humber River Heritage celebration was seen on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River Heritage Celebration
A variety of old native points found along the Humber River were on display in Etienne Br??le Park on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River Heritage Celebration
A variety of native artifacts found along the Humber River were on display at the heritage show on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River Heritage Celebration
Artifacts found at the Hall Cabin along the Humber River in Peel Region were shown on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River Heritage Celebration
The Humber River Shakespeare Company portrayed Etienne Br??le during the celebration on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River Heritage Celebration
The Humber River Shakespeare Company also dealt with the missionary history of the river on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River Heritage Celebration
A model of the fish ladder to be constructed at one of the Humber River weirs was on display on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River Heritage Celebration
A Red-Tailed Hawk would be part of the raptor demonstration at the Humber River Celebration on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River Heritage Celebration
A Harris Hawk prepared to be part of the raptor demonstration at the Humber River Celebration on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Old Belt Line Railroad
The lane way that was once the Belt Line Railroad was viewed from St. Johns in Toronto, Ontario on 4-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
Madeleine McDowell left her home, located right on the route of the Toronto Carrying Path, on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
The view of the Humber River valley from the back of the Humbercrest Loblaw's grocery store was seen on 26-September-200

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River was demonstrating an especially large flow at a weir north of the Old Mill on 28-June-2009.

Toronto - Dundas Bridge Construction
The south side of the Dundas Street Bridge over the Humber River was still being demolished on 20-July-2009.

Toronto - Dundas Bridge Construction
The reconstruction of the Dundas Street Bridge over the Humber River was approximately half complete on 20-July-2009.

Toronto - Dundas Bridge Construction
The completed north side of the Dundas Street Bridge over the Humber River was observed on 20-July-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The progress on the rebuilt Dundas Street West bridge over the Humber River was noted on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Dundas Street Bridge
The supports of the Dundas Street Bridge were still under construction at the Humber River on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Warbler
A warbler rested in a tree along the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 28-June-2009.

Toronto - Monarch Butterfly
A female Monarch butterfly was noted enjoying the weeds along Jane Street near Eglinton Avenue on 31-August-2009.

Toronto - Monarch Butterfly
A Monarch butterfly was noted feasting on a bloom along Jane Street in Toronto, Ontario on 31-August-2009.

Toronto - Monarch Butterflies
A pair of Monarch butterflies frolicked near Jane and Eglinton in Toronto, Ontario on 31-August-2009.

Toronto - Bumblebee
A bumblebee pollinated a flower near the West Toronto Rona Hardware in Toronto, Ontario on 24-September-2009.

Toronto - Repeller
A man repelled down the concrete support of the Canadian Pacific Humber River Bridge in Toronto on 26-August-2009.

Toronto - Repeller
A closer look was attained at the man apparently practicing repelling at the Humber River bridge on 26-August-2009.

Toronto - Common Grackle
A Common Grackle enjoyed a rock in the Humber River near Dundas Street in Toronto, Ontario on 25-May-2009.

Toronto - Common Grackle
A Common Grackle posed so that the shape of its tail could be seen along the Humber River on 25-May-2009.

Toronto - Common Grackle
A Common Grackle moved along the rocks in the Humber River near Dundas Street in Toronto on 25-May-2009.

Toronto - Canada Goose
A Canada Goose took in the setting sun while standing in the Humber River near Dundas Street on 25-May-2009.

Toronto - Canada Goslings
A new family of Canada Geese swam down the Humber River near Dundas Street on 25-May-2009.

Toronto - Duck Family
By 16-June-2009, it was a family of ducks heading down the Humber River near Dundas Street in Toronto.

Toronto - One-Legged Duck
A duck prepared to fall asleep on his one leg in the Humber River in Toronto on 16-June-2009.

Toronto - Beaver
A beaver was noted swimming up the Humber River near Dundas Street West in Toronto on 16-June-2009.

Toronto - Beaver
The beaver was making his way upstream in the Humber River at a very slow pace on 16-June-2009.

Toronto - Beaver
The beaver proceeded at no-wake speed up the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 16-June-2009.

Toronto - Beaver
The beaver started to surface out of the Humber River because of the shallow water on 16-June-2009.

Toronto - Beaver
The beaver humped his back as he climbed over a rock in the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 16-June-2009.

Toronto - Beaver
The beaver headed back into the water of the Humber River to continue upstream on 16-June-2009.

Toronto - Humber Victim
This wasp had succumbed to drowning in the Humber River just before this picture was taken on 26-August-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
A street named for hockey star Phil Esposito was noted during the Simcoe Walk on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
Madeleine McDowell led the Simcoe Walk across the hydro corridor north of St. Clair Avenue on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
The hydro corridor was filled with community gardens including this one west of Jane Street seen on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
Madeleine McDowell led the Simcoe Walk through Edinborough Court Park and into Smythe Park on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
A beaver had clearly had its way with this tree in Toronto's Smythe Park, seen on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
A closer look at the handiwork of the beaver on the tree in Smythe Park in Toronto was observed on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
The scenes in Smythe Park in Toronto were not far removed from what Simcoe had seen in 1793, seen 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
A pond was noted in Smythe Park in Toronto, Ontario during the Simcoe Walk on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
The Toronto Carrying Path had once led right through what today is Smythe Park in Toronto, seen 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
This location along Black Creek was where Simcoe's group had eaten lunch in 1793, seen 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
Black Creek had been channelized following Hurricane Hazel, as observed during the Simcoe Walk on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Drummers
Three men gathered in the dry course of Black Creek near Jane Street to practice drumming at mid-day on 31-August-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
A wonderful view was observed to the north from East Drive in Toronto, Ontario as observed on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - James Gardens
The open spaces of the James Gardens were located not far from the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 19-September-2009

Toronto - James Gardens
The James Gardens had been donated to the city by Fred James as observed on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - James Gardens
The James Gardens were located to the west of the Humber River south of Scarlett Road in Toronto on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
Holding ponds for the golf course across the Humber River were well-hidden in this view on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
A view to the south was obtained along the Humber River south of Scarlett Road as seen on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River looked remarkably clear south of the Scarlett Road bridge in Toronto on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The Scarlett Road bridge over the Humber River was noted in the background of this view on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River flowed freely north of the Scarlett Road bridge in Toronto, Ontario on 19-September-2009

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
The public Scarlett Woods Golf Course allowed the Simcoe walk to traverse its grounds on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River flowed through the Scarlett Woods Golf Course as observed during the Simcoe Walk on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River was seen from the Scarlett Woods Golf Course bank north of Scarlett Road on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River was at a very low level when viewed from the Scarlett Woods Golf Course on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River flowed along the Scarlett Woods Golf Course in Toronto on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The Scarlett Woods Golf Course was observed beside the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
Madeleine McDowell led the Simcoe Walk through the Scarlett Woods away from the golf course on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
The Eglinton Avenue bridge over the Humber River was observed from its east end during the walk on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
The remaining Simcoe Walk group contemplated the first campsite of Simcoe in 1793, seen 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
Migrating birds flew above the Simcoe campsite near the Humber and Eglinton Avenue in Toronto on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Simcoe Walk
A sign dating back to the "City of York" was noted in the Eglinton Flats during the Simcoe Walk on 26-September-2009.

Toronto - Canadian Ukrainian Memorial
The Canadian Ukrainian Memorial stood near the Humber River and Eglinton Avenue along Scarlett Road on 19-September-2009

Toronto - Staghorn Sumac
The staghorn sumac was noted just starting to change colors along the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 19-September-2

Toronto - Humber River
Another weir controlled the flow of the Humber River north of Eglinton Avenue in Toronto on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
Flowers were still in bloom along the Humber River south of the Raymore Bridge in Toronto on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The bank of the Humber River was relatively high south of the Raymore Bridge in Toronto, Ontario on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
Heritage Toronto board member Derek Boles introduced a walk down the Humber River at Mallaby Park on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
Members of the Weston Historical Society led the Heritage Toronto walk along the Humber River on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
A marker erected in 1957 honored the mills formerly along the Humber River in Weston, observed 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The Canadian National bridge over Weston Road was set to be expanded from single-track status on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The home at 6 Humberview Crescent had been built in 1845 by mill owner Joseph Holley, observed 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The home at 8 Humberview Crescent had been constructed in 1929 with stones from the Humber River, seen 19-September-2009

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The river stone of the 1929 home at 8 Humberview Crescent was observed during the walk on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The ex-Canadian National bridge over the Humber River on the line from Toronto to Guelph was seen on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The single-track bridge over the Humber River in Weston would have to be expanded, seen on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
GO Transit owned the railroad bridge over the Humber River near Weston observed on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The Weston Golf and Country Club owned the property west of the Humber River at the railroad bridge on 19-September-2009

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The view of the Humber River from the Humberview Crescent neighborhood was observed on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The Weston Historical Society gave a talk at Humberview Crescent on the mills in the area on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
Participants in the Heritage Toronto walk took the stairs down to the Humber River at St. Phillips on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
A typical Weston scene placed an apartment high-rise above the banks of the Humber River Valley on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The Humber River was observed from near water level near St. Phillips Road on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
Another view of the Humber River was obtained near St. Phillips Road on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The Humber River was viewed back north toward the St. Phillips Road bridge on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
A weir on the Humber River was located north of Cruickshank Park in Weston on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
Canada Geese seemed to enjoy the edge of the weir along the Humber River in Weston on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The town bell from Weston had been relocated to Cruickshank Park as observed on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
Volunteers from the Weston Historical Society discussed the mills formerly located along the river on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
A large crowd listened to the history of the Holey, Wadsworth, and Cruickshank mills in Weston on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk moved through Cruickshank Park in the Weston Neighborhood on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The Humber River flowed through Weston at Cruickshank Park on 19-September-2009, well below flood level.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The former location of where the mill diversion returned to the Humber River was observed on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The Humber River was observed from Lawrence Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
A water park was a popular component of Lions Park in the Weston neighborhood of Toronto on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The sign for the York Tennis Club was quite faded and actually confusing at Lions Park in Weston on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
An ossuary, or aboriginal burial pit, was located in this general area of Lions Park in Weston on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The Weston Fall Fair used to take place at this location, now Lions Park in Weston, observed on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The 1995-era Raymore pedestrian bridge over the Humber River was observed on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
A drawing of the old bridge over the Humber River on its remains was next to the modern bridge on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
Newspaper headlines from after the arrival of Hurricane Hazel in 1954 were part of the monument at 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
A mural of how the area appeared before Hurricane Hazel was on a piece of the remains of the bridge on 19-September-2009

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
More newspaper headlines from after Hurricane Hazel were noted at the Raymore Bridge site on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
An illustration showing what was lost on 14-15-October-1954 during Hurricane Hazel was observed on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
An overall view of the Raymore Bridge memorial site to Hurricane Hazel was noted on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The Humber River was noted north of the Raymore Bridge, 30 feet lower than it was in the hurricane, on 19-September-2009

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The Humber River was observed to the south from the Raymore Bridge near Weston on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
This sign explained the history of the Raymore pedestrian bridge related to Hurricane Hazel, seen 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Weston Humber Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk down the Humber River ended beyond the Raymore Bridge in Weston on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Fairbank Walk
People gathered at Briar Hill School for a Heritage Toronto walking tour of the Fairbank neighbourhood on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Fairbank Walk
Historian Madeleine McDowell was introduced as the leader of the Fairbank neighbourhood walk on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Briar Hill School
The Briar Hill School had its origins in a wood school built on its site near Dufferin Street in 1836, seen 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Briar Hill School
The brick version of today's Briar Hill School had a 1863-era cornerstone that was observed on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Briar Hill School
The entrances to Briar Hill School were originally segregated; this was the Boys' entrance seen on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Briar Hill School
The Girls' entrance to Briar Hill School was was now door for everyone in the Fairbank neighbourhood on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Fairbank United Church
The Heritage Toronto walk entered Fairbank United Church on Dufferin Street near Stayner on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Fairbank United Church
The cornerstone showed that Fairbank United Church had been built in 1889 as Fairbank Methodist Church, seen 5-July-2009

Toronto - Fairbank United Church
Matthew Parsons had donated the land for Fairbank Methodist Church, which was observed from its side on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - St. Cuthbert House
St. Cuthbert House was located next to Fairbank United Church on Dufferin Street on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Parsons Farmhouse
The one-time Parsons Farmhouse at Fairbank was surrounded by other homes when observed on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Parsons Farmhouse
The number above the door at the Parsons Farmhouse was not an address, but a builder's date (1855), seen 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Parsons Farmhouse
No longer owned by the descendants of the Parsons, the Parsons Farmhouse in Fairbank was for sale on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Ridelle Ave House
A very narrow house was noted on Ridelle Avenue during the Heritage Toronto walk through Fairbank on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Fairbank Walk
Mary Watson, in yellow, was a fourth-generation resident of Fairbank who had spoken during the walk on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Fairbank Walk
Mary Watson listened to the Heritage Toronto talk at Watson Park, donated by her family, in Fairbank on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Fairbank Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk stopped at the former site of the Fairbank Lumber and Coal Company on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Fairbank Walk
Walk leader Madeleine McDowell held up a picture from the 1920's of the former Belt Line Railway bridge on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Fairbank Walk
The same scene as it appeared on 5-July-2009, with a trail running on the railway right-of-way over Dufferin Street.

Toronto - Fairbank Walk
On 5-July-2009, Madeleine McDowell showed a picture of the McFarlane's Hotel as it appeared in its heyday.

Toronto - Fairbank Walk
The building that was once McFarlane's Hotel had turned into a Gentleman's Club in Fairbank on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - British Methodist Episcopal Church
The British Methodist Episcopal Church was noted at Dufferin and Eglinton in the Fairbank neighbourhood on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - British Methodist Episcopal Church
The Heritage Toronto walk through Fairbank gathered in front of the British Methodist Episcopal Church on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Dufferin Street
From Fairbank, one could look down Dufferin Street all the way to Lake Ontario as observed on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Vaughn Road
Dufferin Street had been a swamp; the main road from Fairbank to Toronto had been Vaughn Road seen 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Fairbank Walk
Madeleine McDowell showed a historical picture during the Heritage Toronto walk through Fairbank on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Memorial Park
Memorial Park in the Fairbank neighbourhood had once been part of the swamp drained in the 1920's, seen 5-July-2009.

Toronto - St. Hilda's
St. Hilda's along Dufferin Street in Toronto's Fairbank neighbourhood had originally been built in 1895, seen 5-July-200

Toronto - St. Hilda's
The modern St. Hilda's had been constructed as part of a high-rise development as observed on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - St. Hilda's Square
The Heritage Toronto walk through the Fairbank neighbourhood ended at St. Hilda's Square on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - St. Hilda's Square
This sign marked St. Hilda's Square at the southeast corner of Dufferin and Eglinton in Toronto, Ontario on 5-July-2009.

Toronto - Deer Park Heritage Toronto Walk
People gathered in Glenn Gould Park at St. Clair and Avenue Road for a Heritage Toronto Deer Park walk on 16-August-2009

Toronto - Deer Park Heritage Toronto Walk
Ed Freeman introduced the Heritage Toronto walk through the Deer Park neighbourhood on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Peter Pan Sculpture
A sculpture of Peter Pan in Toronto's Glenn Gould Park, placed in 1929, was seen on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - First Unitarian Congregation
The First Unitarian Congregation on St. Clair West and its "Flaming Chalice" by Sarah Hall was noted on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Amsterdam Park
Amsterdam Park, honoring the sister city status between Toronto and Amsterdam, was on St. Clair West on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Ministry of Environment
The Ministry of Environment at 134 St. Clair West in Toronto, Ontario had a xeriscaped garden on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Deer Park United Church
The 1911-era Deer Park United Church was located along St. Clair Avenue West in Toronto, Ontario on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Deer Park United Church
The old entrance to Deer Park United Church showed that it was built as a Presbyterian Church, seen 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Imperial Oil Building
The Imperial Oil Building, built in 1957, had sat vacant for years before the Heritage Toronto walk on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Park Lane Apartments
Musician Glenn Gould had lived in the 1938-era Park Lane Apartments on St. Clair West in Toronto, seen 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Imperial Life Building
The 1965-era Imperial Life Building was an example of curtain wall construction on St. Clair West on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Torso
"Torso" by John Filion was located outside the Imperial Life Building at 95 St. Clair West in Toronto on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Fleetwood Apartments
The 1939 Fleetwood Apartments on St. Clair West were an example of Streamline Moderne architecture on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - 60 St. Clair West
60 St. Clair West in Toronto looked like most condos in Deer Park, but was actually executive suites on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Pilkington Glass
The 1951-era Pilkington Glass building was an example of Georgian Revival architecture, seen on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - 48 St. Clair West
The 1957-era 48 St. Clair West had been extended twice, now with two stories of Indiana Limestone on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Deer Park Heritage Toronto Walk
Ed Freeman showed a picture of what St. Clair Avenue had looked like in 1911 during the Deer Park walk on 16-August-2009

Toronto - Badminton and Raquet Club
The Badminton and Raquet Club of Toronto, seen on 16-August-2009, had once been the Toronto and York Radial carhouse.

Toronto - Yonge and St. Clair
Ed Freeman held up a picture of the scene a century before while at Yonge and St. Clair in Toronto on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Yonge and St. Clair
This tall building at Yonge and St. Clair in Toronto was best known for housing Newstalk 1010 CFRB on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Business Man Sculpture
The sculpture "Business Man" by William McElchern was outside 21 St. Clair East in Toronto, Ontario on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - 27 St. Clair Mural
A cast aluminum mural at 27 St. Clair East depicted a cross-section across Canada when observed on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - 27 St. Clair Mural
This portion of the 27 St. Clair East mural depicted western Canada including Victoria on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - 27 St. Clair Mural
The center portion of the 27 St. Clair mural showed the prairies and the Canadian Shield on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - 27 St. Clair Mural
The final portion of the 27 St. Clair mural depicted eastern Canada including the CN Tower on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - 27 St. Clair Mural
A streetcar on the 512 St. Clair line passed the mural at the Federal Building at 27 St. Clair East on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Wittington Tower
The 1975-era Wittington Tower at 22 St. Clair East in Toronto was an unusual octagonal tower viewed on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - 38 Avoca Avenue
The tower at 38 Avoca Avenue in Toronto was the former United Church of Canada headquarters, viewed 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Avoca Avenue
Ed Freeman held up a 1920's-era picture of Avoca Avenue while standing in the modern location on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - St. Clair Bridges
Ed Freeman held up a picture of the two bridges carrying St. Clair Bridges over the Vale of Avoca on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - St. Clair Bridges
The railings off the 1890 St. Clair bridge over the Vale of Avoca were reused along Avoca Avenue, seen 16-August-2009.

Toronto - 1860's Amusement Park
These steps leading out of the Vale of Avoca were remnants of a 1860's amusement park still existing on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Rosehill Reservoir
The Rosehill Reservoir, originally constructed in 1874 and expanded and covered in 1967, was viewed on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Rosehill Reservoir
This sign described the significance of Rosehill Reservoir in Toronto, Ontario, viewed on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Rosehill Reservoir
The CN Tower loomed in the distance as viewed across the Rosehill Reservoir in Toronto, Ontario on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Rosehill Reservoir
Ed Freeman held up a picture of Rosehill Reservoir when it was still uncovered during the walk on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Rosehill Gardens
The Rosehill Gardens were located on top of the Rosehill Reservoir in Toronto as observed on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Rosehill Gardens
A closer look at the Rosehill Gardens in Toronto at the edge of one-time Lake Iroquois was taken on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Summer Hill Coach House
The 1840's-era Summer Hill Coach House had survived to be turned into a private residence by 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Rosehill Reservoir
A view to the northwest across Rosehill Reservoir looked toward the condos around Yonge and St. Clair on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Rosehill Reservoir
A fountain served as the center piece above Rosehill Reservoir in Toronto, Ontario on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Rosehill Reservoir
A poodle enjoyed the pond at the Rosehill Reservoir in Toronto during the Heritage Toronto walk on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Rosehill Reservoir
These waterfalls were located on the northern edge of Rosehill Reservoir in Toronto, Ontario on 16-August-2009.

Toronto - 70 Rosehill Avenue
The condominiums at 70 Rosehill Avenue were quite luxurious when they opened in Toronto in 1983, seen 16-August-2009.

Toronto - Marlborough-Summerhill Walk
Derek Boles provided the introduction to a Heritage Toronto Walk from Marlborough to Summerhill on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Church of the Messiah
The Church of the Messiah, built in 1890 of Gull River limestone, was seen at Avenue Road and Dupont on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Benvenuto
Derek Boles held up a picture of the 1890 home of developer Simeon James, "Benvenuto," long gone on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Workers' Cottages
These homes along Marlborough Place were all built for railway workers in the 1880's, seen 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Wasp Nest
In the summer of wasps, this wasp nest noted along Marlborough Place was symbolic of the times on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Workers' Cottages
Workers' Cottages built by the Ontario & Quebec Railway were noted on Marlborough Ave on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Old CP Spur
The Canadian Pacific tracks had been elevated in 1916, leading to this sloping spur long abandoned on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Old CP Spur
Old rails and ties from the CP had been used to build this retaining wall paralleling Marlborough Ave on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Old CP Spur
The Heritage Toronto walk paused in a parkette formerly part of the CP spur along Marlborough Ave on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - York Racquets Club
This logo adorned the side of the York Racquets Club, an unattractive building constructed in 1970, seen 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Workers' Cottages
More workers' cottages, now hardly affordable housing, lined Marlborough Ave in Toronto on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Two North Toronto Stations
The tower of the 1916 North Toronto Station loomed in the background at the 1884 station site on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - North Toronto Station Site
The site of the 1884 North Toronto Station was now occupied by tennis courts of the York Racquets Club on 22-August-2009

Toronto - Pierce Arrow Garage and Showroom
A picture of the 1929 Pierce Arrow building, now a Business Depot, was held up during a walk on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Pierce Arrow Garage and Showroom
These 1929 columns were customized for H.E. Givan's Pierce Arrow Garage and Showroom, shown on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Pierce Arrow Garage and Showroom
A close-up of the auto-themed columns on the former Pierce Arrow Garage, later a CBC studio, were seen on 22-August-2009

Toronto - Five Thieves
This 19th century building at Yonge and Price was called the "Five Thieves" for former tenants, seen 22-August-2009.

Toronto - North Toronto Station
The tower of the 1916 North Toronto station stood next to the Canadian Pacific bridge over Yonge Street on 22-August-200

Toronto - North Toronto Station
The North Toronto Station had been designed by Darling and Pearson and made of Tyndall limestone, seen 22-August-2009.

Toronto - North Toronto Station
The North Toronto Station was only open from 1916 to 1930, supplanted by Union Station, observed on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - North Toronto Station
Walk leader Derek Boles talked about the Beaux Arts architecture of North Toronto station on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - North Toronto Station
The fountain outside North Toronto station evoked the regularity of train travel as shown on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - North Toronto Station
Its pendulum loaded, the water began to pour out of the fountain at North Toronto station on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - North Toronto Station
The tipping fountain of North Toronto Station unloaded onto the pond below on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - North Toronto Station
It load dumped out, the fountain at North Toronto Station returned to its loading position on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - North Toronto Station
Shields decorating the south face of North Toronto Station included the provincial Ontario shield on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - North Toronto Station
This shield commemorated the 1881 charter of the Canadian Pacific at North Toronto station on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - North Toronto Station
A classic Canadian Pacific beaver shield was one of four at the North Toronto station observed on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - North Toronto Station
A shield of the city of Toronto was noted on the side of the old North Toronto station on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - North Toronto Station
The North Toronto station's tower was modeled on the Campanile of St. Mark's in Venice, Italy, seen on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - North Toronto Station
Another Canadian Pacific shield was located on the north wall of North Toronto station on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - North Toronto Station
Volunteer Diane held up a painting as walk leader Derek Boles talked about the North Toronto station on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - North Toronto Station
The North Toronto station was the Summerhill Liquor Control Board of Ontario store, restored in 2003, on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - 1176 Yonge Street
The lowering of Yonge Street in 1916 had led to an interesting appearance at 1176 Yonge Street seen 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Yonge Street
On the other side of the railroad tracks, the revealing of the basement was even more dramatic, seen 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Summerhill TTC Station
The Summerhill TTC station head house still largely maintained its original 1954 appearance when seen on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Summerhill TTC Station Garden
This informal garden was found on TTC property outside the Summerhill station on Shaftsbury Ave on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Shaftsbury Ave Garden
A condo development maintained this garden along Shaftsbury Ave and the CP tracks on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Olive Farm Dairy
The James Green (other Olive Farm) Dairy had been located behind 68 Shaftsbury Ave in Toronto, seen 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Shaftsbury Ave Porch
Interesting porch decorations were found at this home along Shaftsbury Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - 13 Ottawa Street
Author Don DeLillo lived in this house at 13 Ottawa Street while writing "Ratner's Star" in 1976, seen 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Alison Parrott Little Park
The former Little Park near Rosehill Reservoir was dedicated to the murder victim Alison Parrott, seen 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Rosehill Reservoir
The edge of the Rosehill Reservoir along the Lake Iroquois shorebluff was observed during a walk on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Rose Hill Estate
Diane held up a picture of the Rose Hill estate, built in 1836, as the group stood above the reservoir on 22-August-2009

Toronto - Rosehill Reservoir
The "Water Molecule" fountain, not looking much like a water molecule, was at Rosehill Reservoir on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Rosehill Reservoir
A head-one view of the supposed "Water Molecule" fountain was obtained at Rosehill Reservoir in Toronto on 22-August-200

Toronto - Canadian Steamship Lines
The onetime headquarters of Paul Martin's Canadian Steamship Lines was noted on Jackes Avenue on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Frontier College
The 1914 mansion of Robert Laidlaw on Jackes Avenue had become an office for Frontier College by 22-August-2009.

Toronto - 1331 Yonge Street
The longtime home of 1050 CHUM, just vacated on 17-August by CHUM-FM, at 1331 Yonge Street was seen on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Yonge Tolls
A picture of one of the former Yonge Street Tolls was shown at its former location near Jackes Avenue on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Yonge Street
The view from Yonge Street at the Lake Iroquois shorebluff included the CN Tower as seen on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Rosedale Mansion Apartments
The Rosedale Mansion Apartments were typical of three-story affordable housing being replaced by condos on 22-August-200

Toronto - Subway Bridge
This green railing on Summerhill Ave used to be the edge of a bridge over the subway, now covered on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Archdiocese of Toronto
The Archdiocese of Toronto stood on the site of the 1890s Rosedale Hotel demolished in 1983, observed on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Walk End
The Heritage Toronto volunteers wrapped up the Marlborough to Summerhill walk on 22-August-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
Doug Fife gave the introduction to the Heritage Toronto "Atop Davenport Hill in the 1920s" walk on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
The Davenport Hill Heritage Toronto walk gathered for a talk about Spadina House on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
Spadina House had been constructed by the Austin family from 1866 to a final expansion in 1912, seen 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
The south side of the Spadina House, now a museum, was observed during the Heritage Toronto walk on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
The front side of Spadina House reflected the various expansions of the house by the Austins, seen 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
The Heritage Toronto Davenport Hill walk stopped for a talk in front of Spadina House on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
This pathway was once a road to the Eaton mansion past the Austin mansion, observed on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
Doug Fife described the story of Casa Loma, whose construction started in 1911, during the walk on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
Henry Pellatt's Casa Loma had been maintained by the Kiwanis club for decades, seen 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
Pellatt supposedly paid children for stones used in the fence outside Casa Loma, observed on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
Henry Pellatt had previously lived in the 1905-era Pellatt Lodge, seen along Austin Terrace on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
The Pellatt Lodge had been designed by E. J. Lennox just like Casa Loma, observed on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
The gates to 5 Austin Terrace, known as Lenwil, dated to the construction of the building 1915, seen 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
The former home of architect E. J. Lennox, called Lenwil after his and his wife's last names, was seen 13-September-2009

Toronto - Davenport Walk
7 Austin Terrace had been the home of John B. MacLean, the publisher of MacLean's magazine, observed 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
A 1920's-era arts and crafts home was one of the many styles along Wells Hill Avenue, seen 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
A set of homes were strangely set back from Wells Hill Avenue as observed in Toronto on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
51 Wells Hill Avenue demonstrated symmetry except on the very first level, seen on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
This wall was typical of the push for privacy in the 1920's, observed on Wells Hill Avenue on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
One of the homes on Wells Hill Avenue demonstrated a near-mission style on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
The Lyndhurst Lodge was built for Ralph Connable, head of Canadian Woolworth, observed on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
Lyndhurst Lodge was also the home of Ernest Hemingway when he was a tutor for Connable's son, seen 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Davenport Walk
The home at 342 Wallmer, once home to one of the Austin daughters who later lived in Spadina, viewed on 13-September-200

Toronto - Davenport Walk
The final talk during the Davenport Hill Heritage Toronto walk was observed on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Sir Winston Churchill Park
St. Clair Reservoir was now concealed beneath Sir Winston Churchill Park in Toronto, Ontario on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Sir Winston Churchill Park
The entrance to the old St. Clair Reservoir was observed in Sir Winston Churchill Park in Toronto on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Sir Winston Churchill Park
The flat surface of Sir Winston Churchill Park in Toronto, Ontario was observed on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Sir Winston Churchill Park
The view of Nordheimer Ravine from Sir Winston Churchill Park was captured on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Nordheimer Ravine
The Spadina Road bridge over Nordheimer Ravine was observed in Toronto, Ontario on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Spadina View
The view down Spadina Road toward downtown Toronto was observed below Casa Loma on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - George Brown Moose
This Toronto moose had been relocated to the George Brown University Casa Loma campus on 13-September-2009.

Toronto - Heritage Fair
This sign greeted visitors to the Etobicoke-York Heritage Fair at Montgomery's Inn in Toronto on 10-September-2009.

Toronto - Heritage Fair
Volunteers in period costumes tended to a fire during the Heritage Fair at Montgomery's Inn on 10-September-2009.

Toronto - Heritage Fair
A corn roast was a key part of the Heritage Fair at Montgomery's Inn in Toronto, observed on 10-September-2009.

Toronto - Heritage Fair
Folk music was performed outside Montgomery's Inn in Toronto during the Heritage Fair on 10-September-2009.

Toronto - Heritage Fair
A variety of heritage groups had their tents set up at the Heritage Fair at Montgomery's Inn on 10-September-2009.

Toronto - Jane and Bloor Planter
The planter at Jane and Bloor in Toronto was well decorated for the Ukrainian Festival on 20-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
This banner opened the Ukrainian Festival Parade on Bloor Street West in Toronto, Ontario on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Parade marshals John Turner and James Temerty rode near the beginning of the Ukrainian Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Colour Guard marched near the beginning of the Ukrainian Festival Parade on Bloor Street West on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian Vanguard Band carried their banner down Bloor Street West in Toronto on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian Vanguard Band carried their own flags in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The drums in the Ukrainian Vanguard Band marched in the Ukrainian Festival Band on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Alex Ling of the Bloor West Village Business Improvement Association rode in the Ukrainian Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
A jeep from Kohtakt TV participated in the Ukrainian Festival Parade down Bloor Street West on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Arkan Dance Company carried its own set of flags in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Dr. Ihor Ostash, the Urkrainian Ambassador to Canada, was in the Ukrainian Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Roxanne Relin, winner of the Young Canadian Achiever award, rode in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Luba Czech, winner of the Canadian Scholarship Ambassador award, rode in the Ukrainian Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Mia Chan, winner of the Miss Teen Canada pageant, rode in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
NDP MPP Cheri DiNovo and former NDP MP Peggy Nash walked in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Cuias Immigration Services marched in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on Bloor Street West in Toronto on 19-September-2009

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Global Outreach group was forming balloons along the route of the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Miss Canada Ivanna Nykyforuk rode in the Ukrainian Festival Parade through Bloor West Village on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The local Ukrainian Credit Union unsurprisingly marched in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The MedStar stretcher was decked out in blue and yellow for the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Cobs Bread man, promoting a local bakery, marched in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
National Taekwando displayed Korean and Ukrainian flags together during the Ukrainian Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
National Taekwando members performed a demonstration as the Ukrainian Festival Parade moved along on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Saint Volodymyr Youth Fellowship had an interesting float in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Local Member of Parliament Gerard Kennedy, a Liberal, marched in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Member of Parliament Gerard Kennedy was noted shaking hands along Bloor Street West in Toronto on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Kpacho youth group contributed this "ship" to the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The International Organization of Ukrainian Communities marched in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Canadian Ukrainian School Board contributed this car to the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
St. Joseph's Catholic School had this representation in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
WikiDomo contributed this "Evolution is Good" entry into the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Sonechko Daycare had a contingent marching in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Even the umbrellas were light blue and yellow in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
More the Ukrainian Youth Ensembles participated in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Berkut Hunting and Fishing Group had a major presence in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian National Federation of Canada marched in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Soccer Club Karpaty carried their banner down Bloor Street West in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-200

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Soccer Club Karpati carried their flags in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Members of the Soccer Club Karpati performed a demo as they made their way along Bloor Street West on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian Shotokan Karate-Do Academy matched in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Peachtree Health Foods, a local business, sent this Mustang to the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
A Corvette drove down Bloor Street West during the Ukrainian Festival Party in Toronto, Ontario on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
One of the few floats participating in the Ukrainian Festival Parade headed down Bloor Street West on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The rear of a float cleared Armadale Avenue in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 19-September-2009

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
Local city councilperson Bill Saundercook rode in the Ukrainian Festival Parade in Toronto on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The local Buduchnist Credit Union had a huge contingent marching in the Ukrainian Festival Parae on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
One of the larger stuffed animals to appear in the Ukrainian Festival Parade was noted on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The "Y Not Play" bear marched through Bloor West Village in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The Ukrainian Youth Federation of Canada band performed in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
A large group of scouts marched down Bloor Street West in the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The judges brought up the rear of the Ukrainian Festival Parade through Bloor West Village on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival Parade
The post parade crowds filled up Bloor Street West after the end of the Ukrainian Festival Parade on 19-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
A young man performed on the main stage at the Ukrainian Festival in Bloor West Village in Toronto on 20-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
A young woman from Windsor performed on the main stage at the Ukrainian Festival in Toronto on 20-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
A beer garden was set up along Bloor Street West during the Ukrainian Festival in Toronto on 20-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
An art show was located at Windermere and Bloor during the Ukrainian Festival in Toronto on 20-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
A variety of food stands were set up in the middle of Bloor Street during the Ukrainian Festival on 20-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
The Canada Ukraine Chamber of Commerce set up a large history display during the Ukrainian Festival on 20-September-2009

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
A ride based on the Monsters movie was part of the Ukrainian Festival in Toronto, Ontario on 20-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
A slide through a shark was one of the rides available during the Ukrainian Festival on 20-September-2009.

Toronto - Ukrainian Festival
The "Berry Go Round" was one of the clever rides noted in the Ukrainian Festival in Toronto on 20-September-2009.

Toronto - Roncesvalles Reconstruction
The streetcar rails were severed as part of the reconstruction of Roncesvalles Avenue noted on 20-September-2009.

Toronto - Polish Festival
These signs guided people around the Roncesvalles construction to the Polish Festival on 20-September-2009.

Toronto - Polish Festival
The crowds stretched from Howard Park Avenue almost to Lake Ontario during the Polish Festival on 20-September-2009.

Toronto - Polish Festival
A cover band performed rock music at one of the many performance stages at the Polish Festival on 20-September-2009.

Toronto - Polish Festival
Supreme Pierogies was one of the many food vendors at the Roncesvalles Polish Festival on 20-September-2009.

Toronto - Polish Festival
DJ Andy Kruk backed up volunteers like this young woman singing folk music at the Polish Festival on 20-September-2009

Toronto - Polish Festival
Children danced as a cover band performed Weezer at the Roncesvalles Polish Festival on 20-September-2009.

Toronto - Polish Festival
Crowds stretched as far as the eye could see on Roncesvalles Avenue during the Polish Festival on 20-September-2009.

Toronto - Polish Festival
There was polka music being performed during the Roncesvalles Polish Festival, including this group on 20-September-2009

Toronto - Polish Festival
A representative of the Polish Credit Union distributed balloons to the crowds at the Polish Festival on 20-September-20

Toronto - Polish Festival
Freeze Dried and the Icicles performed during the Roncesvalles Polish Festival in Toronto on 20-September-2009.

Toronto - Polish Festival
A large-size chess mass was ongoing at the Roncesvalles Polish Festival in Toronto, Ontario on 20-September-2009.

Toronto - Junction Arts Festival
The Junction Arts Festival took over Dundas Street West between Keele and Quebec in Toronto on 12-September-2009.

Toronto - Junction Arts Festival
Artists worked in the middle of Dundas Street West to create the Art Fuzion Revolution on 12-September-2009.

Toronto - Junction Arts Festival
A very large sculpture was part of the Junction Arts Festival outside of the Cornerstone store on 12-September-2009.

Toronto - Junction Arts Festival
Attendees of the Junction Arts Festival wandered down Dundas Street West near Keele on 12-September-2009.

Toronto - Junction Arts Festival
"Catch-Up Time" by James Mcdonald was a public art display during the Junction Arts Festival on 12-September-2009.

Toronto - Junction Arts Festival
Vendor booths and many public art displays lined Dundas Street West during the Junction Arts Festival on 12-September-20

Toronto - Junction Arts Festival
The Kids Zone added to the variety of entertainment during the Junction Arts Festival on 12-September-2009.

Toronto - Junction Arts Festival
A 1957 Chevrolet from the Metropolitan Toronto Police was on display at the Junction Arts Festival on 12-September-2009.

Toronto - Junction Arts Festival
The interior of the 1957 Chevrolet from the Metropolitan Toronto Police was pretty spartan on 12-September-2009.

Toronto - Junction Arts Festival
Toronto Hydro had this display of art on retired refrigerator doors at the Junction Arts Festival on 12-September-2009.

Toronto - Junction Arts Festival
There were even observers on the roof of the buildings at the Junction Arts Festival on 12-September-2009.

Toronto - Streetcar
A TTC streetcar trundled down Dundas Street West near Ossington in Toronto on 15-September-2009.

Toronto - West Toronto Collegiate
West Toronto Collegiate, located near Dundas and Lansdowne, was viewed on the evening of 4-September-2009.

Toronto - Little Portugal Mural
A freshly-painted "Little Portugal" mural was noted along Dundas Street West in Toronto on 4-September-2009.

Toronto - BrazilFest
BrazilFest took place around the performance stage at Earlscourt Park in Toronto, Ontario on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - BrazilFest
DJ Vince was leading the crowd in various Brazilian popular music sing-a-longs during Brazilfest on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - BrazilFest
DJ Vince was seen on the stage leading the crowd with the Brazilian popular music at Brazilfest on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - BrazilFest
A variety of Brazilian food stands lined Earlscourt Park in Toronto during Brazilfest on 6-September-2009.

Toronto - Fiera
A concert was ongoing in Toronto's Little Italy during the Fiera celebration on 5-September-2009.

Toronto - Nathan Phillips Square
Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto was the site of the pre-Labour Day Parade rally on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Nathan Phillips Square
An unusually large contingent of pigeons sat on an arch at Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A ban performed on the stage at Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto before the Labour Day Parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A leader of a locked out union spoke at Nathan Phillips Square before the Labour Day Parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Toronto mayor David Miller, despite the recently-ended strike, spoke before the Labour Day Parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Canadian Auto Workers union president Ken Lewenza spoke before the parade at Nathan Philiips Square on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
University Avenue north of Queen Street in Toronto was crowded with groups staging for the parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Yet more unions were staged for the Labour Day Parade on University south of Queen Street on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The TTC's historic PCC #4549 staged on York Street before the Labour Day Parade down Queen Street on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Labour Day Parade was set to begin on Queen Street West on the morning of 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Last-minute organization took place before the Labour Day Parade started down Queen Street West on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Cassava Latin Rhythms group provided the entertainment at the head of the Labour Day Parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
This impressive banner to the Labour Council was carried at the head of the Labour Day Parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Members of the New Democratic Party marched near the beginning of the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Labourers International Union Local 506 marched in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A band from the Labourers International Union performed in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Labourers International Union Local 506 contributed this float to the Labour Day Parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The "Sisters in the Trades" marched past the Campbell House during the Labour Day Parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A speaker on a truck energized hotel and Restaurant Workers UNITE HERE union marchers in the parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
UNITE HERE Local 75 members carried their banner past the Campbell House in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
UNITE HERE members passed the Campbell House during the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Union of Food and Commercial Workers marched past Campbell House in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Frisbee-like devices from the Union of Food and Commercial Workers were a popular parade giveaway on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A steel drum band from the Union of Food and Commercial Workers was in the Labour Day Parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Flags preceded the Union of Food and Commercial Workers' retirees in the Labour Day Parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers Local 353 rode behind one of their trucks on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The International Brotherhood of Electrical Workers' Band passed Campbell House in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Black and McDonald's odl Ford truck passed the Campbell House during the Labour Day Parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A group of "future electricians" drove their mini-cars down Queen Street in the Labour Day Parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A juggler marched down Queen Street West during the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Sheet Metal Workers' Local 51 marched in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Ironworkers' Pipe Band participated in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Ironworkers Local 121 contributed this truck to the Labour Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Sprinkler Fitters marched in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Boilermakers Local 125 members marched down Queen Street West in the Labour Day Parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Sheet Metal Workers' Pipe Band marched in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Scarborough Pipe and Drums marched down Queen Street West in Toronto in the Labour Day Parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Millwrights Local 2309 participated in Toronto's Labour Day parade as observed on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Journeymen Plumbers from Local 46 marched down Queen Street West in the Labour Day Parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Plumbers Local 46 contributed this trailer to Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
More members of the Plumbers Local 46 union marched in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
One of the few unions locked out at the time, by Zellers and the Bay, the CAW Local 1000 marched on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
This van was decorated to reflect the plight of the locked out Canadian Auto Workers Local 1000 on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Canadian Auto Workers Local 112 contributed this band to the Labour Day Parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The singers belted out classic labour and blues tunes during the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Canadian Auto Workers Local 112 contributed this float to the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Canadian Auto Workers Local 1285 contributed this truck to the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Canadian Auto Works Local 4457 rode on this truck during the Labour Day Parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Members of the Canadian Auto Workers Local 1285 marched down Queen Street in the Labour Day Parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A great side show to the Labour Day Parade was this call for Prime Minister Harper to "Fix E.I." on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Prime Minister Harper appears to break "Employment Insurance" at the Labour Day Parade on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Prime Minister Harper actor is axed by the other actors after breaking "Employment Insurance" on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Hug Me Tree
The "Hug Me" tree had been restored to Queen Street West in Toronto, Ontario by 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Hug Me Tree
The "Hug Me" tree along Queen Street West in Toronto was decorated as a housing protest on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - CP24 Truck
The famous CP24 truck was still coming out of the side of the CTV Building along Queen Street on 7-September-2009.

Toronto - Moses Znaimer Way
Queen Street West near John Street had been designated Moses Znaimer Way after the Citytv founder, seen 7-September-2009

Toronto - Garrison Creek Sign
This sign marked the former location of Garrison Creek at the Bathurst Street bridge near Fork York on 7-June-2009.

Toronto - Red Ball
Kurt Perschke's Red Ball, which visited Toronto during Luminato, was at 567 Queen Street West on 13-June-2009.

Toronto - Red Ball
The Red Ball was at a different location each day, including at 567 Queen Street West in Toronto on 13-June-2009.

Toronto - Coca-Cola Ad
A fading Coca-Cola advertisement was noted on the side of a building along Queen Street West in Toronto on 13-June-2009.

Toronto - Secular Free Thought Sign
A sign for the Secular Free Thought sign was located along Queen Street West in Toronto on 13-June-2009.

Toronto - Excitement Billboard
A very Canadian billboard (a Casino Rama ad) was found along Dundas Street West near Scarlett Road on 16-June-2009.

Toronto - Filipino Singing Idol
A Filipino rap group performed during Singing Idol in Nathan Philips Square in Toronto on 13-June-2009.

Toronto - Greyhound Bus
The new Greyhound livery was noted on a bus departing for Ottawa at Toronto's Old City Hall on 13-June-2009.

Toronto - New Food Cart
Food carts selling something other than "street meat" were finally around Toronto, including this one on 24-May-2009.

Toronto - Buskerfest
The entrance to Buskerfest was noted on Front Street in Toronto, Ontario on 29-August-2009.

Toronto - Union Station
Union Station's train departures board was malfunctioning on the morning of 6-August-2009.

Toronto - Porter Eviction Letter
A letter evicting Porter Airlines from a former check-in facility at Union Station was noted on 29-August-2009.

Toronto - Drilling Machine
A drilling machine was not looking for oil but installing a post near the CN Tower in Toronto, Ontario on 27-August-2009

Toronto - The Imbayakunas
The Imbayakunas, an Andean band from Ecuador, performed outside the CN Tower most of the summer, seen 2-September-2009.

Toronto - Convention Centre
A new sign denoting the Metro Toronto Convention Centre was noted on 15-August-2009.

Toronto - Peter Pan Buses
Peter Pan buses from Massachusetts lined up near the Rogers Centre in Toronto on 16-September-2009.

Toronto - U2 Aerial Banner
An aerial banner advertising the Blackberry and a U2 concert was seen above Toronto, Ontario on 16-September-2009.

Toronto - Multi-seat Cycle
A family of six moved on a human-propelled vehicle down Queen's Quay in Toronto, Ontario on 21-August-2009.

Toronto - War of 1812 Monument
Douglas Coupland's War of 1812 Monument near Fort York in Toronto was being cleaned on 27-June-2009.

Toronto - Keele and Annette
The former trolley bus loop and Keele and Annette in Toronto had been redone with a small garden on 21-June-2009.

Toronto - Keele and Annette
The planter at Keele and Annette in Toronto, Ontario had been labeled for "The Junction" by 12-September-2009.

Toronto - Mimico Station
Visible progress was noted on the Mimico station restoration as noted along Royal York in Toronto on 25-September-2009.

Toronto - Mimico Station
Power had been hooked up to the restoration project at the old Mimico railroad station in Toronto by 25-September-2009.

Toronto - West Toronto Rail Artifacts
The turntable from the old Canadian Pacific West Toronto roundhouse was preserved in a parking lot on 24-September-2009.

Toronto - West Toronto Rail Artifacts
A walkway ran between the rails of the old Canadian Pacific West Toronto turntable on 24-September-2009.

Toronto - West Toronto Rail Artifacts
A look down the side of the old Canadian Pacific West Toronto turntable was obtained on 24-September-2009.

Toronto - West Toronto Rail Artifacts
The old transfer table from the Canadian Pacific West Toronto shops was preserved in a parking lot on 24-September-2009.

Toronto - West Toronto Rail Artifacts
The control cab of the Canadian Pacific West Toronto transfer table was viewed near the Rona store on 24-September-2009.

Toronto - West Toronto Rail Artifacts
There seemed little danger of a non-rail vehicle on the old transfer table in West Toronto on 24-September-2009.

Toronto - West Toronto Rail Artifacts
The gears that controlled the Canadian Pacific West Toronto transfer table were observed on 24-September-2009.

Toronto - West Toronto Rail Artifacts
A view down the side of the Canadian Pacific West Toronto transfer table was obtained on 24-September-2009.

Toronto - Junction Construction
A pile driver rested for the weekend near Old Weston Road in Toronto, Ontario on 21-June-2009.

Toronto - Junction Construction
The scale of the pile driver was more obvious in this broader shot at the Junction in Toronto on 21-June-2009.

Toronto - Junction Construction
The pile driver was working on the railroad grade separation project at the Junction on 21-June-2009.

Toronto - Junction Construction
VIA Rail Canada train #84 traversed a shoo-fly through the construction at The Junction on 1-September-2009.

Toronto - Electric Trains Now
A protest for electrification of expanded Georgetown Line operations was noted near The Junction on 1-September-2009.

Toronto - Talking Bridge Path
So, if this was a "Talking Bridge Path," near the Junction on 12-September-2009, what exactly did it have to say?

Toronto - West Toronto Railpath
This "Wal" marker was apparently to mark Wallace Avenue along the new West Toronto Railpath in Toronto on 1-August-2009.

Toronto - West Toronto Railpath
The West Toronto Railpath was fully open for use as observed at Wallace Avenue in Toronto on 1-September-2009.

Toronto - Luso Sign
The Luso sign at Jane and Harshaw in Toronto, Ontario was displayed for one of the last times on 6-August-2009.

Toronto - Sewing Sign
The Luso sign had been replaced by the new Sewing and Vacuum sign at Jane and Harshaw in Toronto on 27-August-2009.

Toronto - Etienne Brule Garbage Dump
The temporary garbage collection facility at Etienne Brule Park near the Humber River was noted on 28-June-2009.

Toronto - Garbage Receptacle
The effects of the city worker's strike were evident at this garbage receptacle noted on 1-July-2009.

Toronto - Garbage Truck
The garbage trucks ventured down Harshaw Avenue for the first time since the strike on 5-August-2009.

Toronto - Post No Spam
A truly modern sign implored to "Post No Spam" along Jane Street in Toronto, Ontario on 5-August-2009.

Toronto - Stuffed Lamb Sign
How civilized can a place be if not only lost pets are searched for, but lost stuffed animals, seen 14-September-2009?

Toronto - Kingsway Theater
The 1939-era Kingsway Theater had reopened in early 2009 after closing in 2006 and was seen 25-September-2009.

Toronto - Rainbow
A rainbow appeared above the Speedy Auto Glass on Dundas Street West in Toronto, Ontario on 25-June-2009.

Niagara-on-the-Lake - Shaw Plaque
This plaque honored Irish playwright George Bernard Shaw at Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara-on-the-Lake - Shaw Statue
A statue of George Bernard Shaw, after whom the Shaw Festival was named, was in Niagara-on-the-Lake on 26-June-2009.

Niagara-on-the-Lake - Centotaph
Arne and Meri Carson posed in front of the Cenotaph in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara-on-the-Lake - Court House
The Court House and the Cenotaph in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario were noted on 26-June-2009.

Niagara-on-the-Lake - Prince of Wales Hotel
The Prince of Wales Hotel was at the corner of King and Queen in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara-on-the-Lake - Cenotaph
Vehicles commonly parked in the median of Queen Street at the Cenotaph in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara-on-the-Lake - Horse-Drawn Carriage
A horse-drawn carriage moved down King Street in Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Whirlpool
Logs were noted in the whirlpool of the Niagara River downstream on Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Whirlpool
The turbulent water of the Niagara River in the whirlpool beneath Niagara Falls was noted on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Whirlpool
A Whirlpool Jet boat traversed the turbulent waters of the "whirlpool" in the Niagara River on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Whirlpool
The Whirlpool Jet boat made a right-hand turn into the whirlpool of the Niagara River on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Whirlpool
The Whirlpool Jet Boat slowed after traversing the worst of the whirlpool turbulence in the Niagara River on 26-June-200

Niagara - Whirlpool
The Whirlpool Jet Boat accelerated out of the whirlpool to head back to Niagara-on-the-Lake on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Casino Tower
Meri and Arne Carson posed in front of the Casino Tower in Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Rainbow Bridge
The Rainbow Bridge downstream of Niagara Falls was observed from Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - American Falls
The "American Falls" of the Niagara River were viewed from Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Little Maid
A worker cleaned the "Little Maid" work boat in the Niagara River at Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - American Falls
The "American Falls" of the Niagara River were observed from river level at Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Maid of the Mist VII
The tour boat Maid of the Mist VII returned from its trip to the base of Niagara Falls on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Powerplant
The mothballed Ontario Power Generating Plant was noted beneath Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Cave of the Winds
The Cave of the Winds was an attraction below Niagara Falls on the US side of the Niagara River on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Cormorants
Cormorants were nesting in a tree beneath Niagara Falls on the US side of the Niagara River on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Cormorants
A closer look at the nest of the cormorants was obtained beneath Niagara Falls on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Horseshoe Falls
The southern edge of the "Horseshoe" or "Canadian Falls" was noted from the Maid of the Mist on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Horseshoe Falls
The south side of the "Horseshoe Falls" was observed making mist at Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Goat Island
Terrapin Point on Goat Island on the US side of the Niagara River was viewed from the Maid of the Mist on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Journey Behind the Falls
The Journey Behind the Falls was a very wet attraction on the Canadian side of the Horseshoe Falls on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Horseshoe Falls
Meri and Arne Carson posed in front of the "Horseshoe Falls" on the Maid of the Mist on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Horseshoe Falls
The north edge of the "Horseshoe Falls" was observed from the Maid of the Mist tour boat on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Horseshoe Falls
The north side of the "Horseshoe Falls" kicked up its mist as observed from the Maid of the Mist on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Horseshoe Falls
Meri and Arne Carson posed in the mist of the "Horseshoe Falls" at Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Horseshoe Falls
The south half of the "Horseshoe Falls" was observed as the Maid of the Mist retreated on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Horseshoe Falls
The mist created by the "Horseshoe Falls" was observed from the level of the Niagara River on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Bridal Veil Fall
The Bridal Veil Fall was small falls at the center of this view of the US side of the Niagara River on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - American Falls
Meri and Arne Carson posed in front of the "American Falls" on the Niagara River on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - American Falls
The "American Falls" (and the Bridal Veil Falls) were observed from across the Niagara River on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - American Falls
The Maid of the Mist VIII started its trip past the "American Falls" of the Niagara River on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - American Falls
The Maid of the Mist VIII moved past the "American Falls" of the Niagara River as viewed at river level on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Rainbow Bridge
The Rainbow Bridge between Canada (at left) and the United States (at right) was seen from river level on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Drydock
This drydock was used by the Maid of the Mist boats as observed at Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Drydock
A closer look at the drydocks used by the Maid of the Mist tour boat fleet was obtained on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Falls
Both the "American" and "Horseshoe" or "Canadian" Falls were observed from Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Falls
Meri and Arne Carson posed in front of all the falls of the Niagara River at Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Casino
The Niagara Casino rose above the garden at Victoria Park in Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Gardens
This fish sculpture was found in the gardens of Victoria Park in Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Hard Rock Star
The Hard Rock star for Michael Jackson was noted in Niagara Falls, Ontario the day after his death, 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Clifton Hill
The famous Clifton Hill in Niagara Falls, Ontario was viewed near its base on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Clifton Hill
The Pile Driver was noted in action along Clifton Hill in Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Clifton Hill
There seemed something appropriate in Frankenstein being above Burger King at Clifton Hill on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Clifton Hill
The Skywheel was noted as the backdrop for this section of Clifton Hill in Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Clifton Hill
The Skywheel was in the foreground in front of the Casino at Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Clifton Hill
A close-up of the 53 m-high Skywheel and its 42 gondolas was obtained in Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - Clifton Hill
A view back downhill at Clifton Hill in Niagara Falls, Ontario was observed on 26-June-2009.

Niagara - American Falls
The setting sun illuminated the "American Falls" as observed from Niagara Falls, Ontario on the evening of 26-June-2009.

Niagara - American Falls
A final view of the "American Falls" was obtained with near-sunset lighting at Niagara Falls, Ontario on 26-June-2009.

Toronto - Meri Carson
Meri Carson posed on the deck of 3 Harshaw Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 28-June-2009.

Toronto - Kensington Market
Only in Toronto's Kensington Market would Hungarian and Thai food be touted on the same sign seen on 27-June-2009.

Toronto - Kensington Market
Meri Carson was noted in front of the Global Cheese store in Toronto's Kensington Market on 27-June-2009.

Toronto - Kensington Market
Arne and Meri Carson were noted walking through Kensington Market in Toronto, Ontario on 27-June-2009.

Toronto - Liberal Float
The Liberal Party was preparing its float for the next day's Gay Pride Parade near St. Lawrence Market on 27-June-2009.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The main gallery at the Aerospace Museum in Toronto, Ontario was viewed from the balcony on 28-June-2009.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
This sign designated the 100th anniversary of flight in Canada at the Aerospace Museum in Toronto on 28-June-2009.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The Vickers Viscount simulator at the Toronto Aerospace Museum was observed on 28-June-2009.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The mechanics for the Vickers Viscount simulator at the Toronto Aerospace Museum were visible on 28-June-2009.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
Arne Carson observed the Beechcraft CT-134, similar to the plane on which he had learned to fly, on 28-June-2009.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
Arne Carson looked over the Beechcraft CT-134, similar to the plane on which he had learned to fly, on 28-June-2009.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The 1944-era Fleet 80 "Canuck" was observed at the Toronto Aerospace Museum on 28-June-2009.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
A 1930s flight simulator designed by Edward Link was seen at the Toronto Aerospace Museum on 28-June-2009.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
This part of a Lancaster bomber had been used for target practice, on display at the Aerospace Museum on 28-June-2009.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
A look was obtained down the wing of the Lancaster bomber under restoration at the Aerospace Museum on 28-June-2009.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The turret of the Lancaster bomber was undergoing restoration at the Aerospace Museum on 28-June-2009.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The 1943-era Stinson V77 Gullwing aircraft was on display at the Toronto Aerospace Museum on 28-June-2009.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The 1956-era de Haviland CSF-2 Tracker was displayed at the Toronto Aerospace Museum on 28-June-2009.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The mock-up of the advanced Avro Arrow fighter jet, canceled in 1959, was on display on 28-June-2009.

Toronto - Corvette Park
Ballfields at Corvette Park in the Scarborough area of Toronto were observed from a GO Transit train on 30-June-2009.

Toronto - Watching Trains
A family paused to watch a GO Transit train pass Agincourt station in Toronto, Ontario on 30-June-2009.

Toronto - Kennedy Road
Kennedy Road was observed from a Stouffville-bound GO Transit commuter train in Toronto, Ontario on 30-June-2009.

Markham - York Regional Transit Bus
A York Regional Transit bus was noted on Main Street in Markham, Ontario as observed from a train on 30-June-2009.

Scenery - Farmland
The scenery turned to farming field south of Stouffville, Ontario as seen from a GO Transit train on 30-June-2009.

Scenery - Farmlands
More fields filled with crops lined the tracks used by GO Transit south of Stouffville, Ontario on 30-June-2009.

Stouffville - Lincolnville Platforms
The GO Transit Stouffville Line terminates at the Lincolnville layover yards, observed on 30-June-2009.

Stouffville - Lincolnville Yard
Four of the five GO Transit weekday trains to Stouffville, Ontario had arrived at Lincolnville on 30-June-2009.

Stouffville - Water Tower
The setting sun provided nice lighting for the water tower at Lincolnville in Stouffville, York Region on 30-June-2009.

Milton - Halton Water Use Sign
It's a different life outside the city, as evidenced by this outdoor water use sign near Milton on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Stationary Engines
A 1901 Reid stationary steam engine built in Oil City, Pennsylvania was at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009

Milton Steam Era - Stationary Engines
A two horsepower New Way "C" model from 1908 was noted at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Stationary Engines
A Christensen Engineering 5 horsepower engine, serial #5055, was at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Stationary Engines
A 1910-era New Way 7 horsepower stationary engine was at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Stationary Engines
A Brandon 8 horsepower steam engine, built in Brandon, Manitoba, was at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Stationary Engines
A 1915-ear Olds 6 horsepower steam engine built in Lansing, Michigan was on display on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Stationary Engines
A Ruston and Hornsby (grain) elevator engine built in 1946 had served forty years in Saskatchewan, seen 5-September-2009

Milton Steam Era - Stationary Engines
A Ruston and Hornsby "SP6" starting engine built in 1957 was used to start the other engine on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Outboard Motors
Outboard motors from the 1930's were on display at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Outboard Motors
A 1925 Elto outboard motor built by Ole Evinrude was shown at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Outboard Motors
A 1930 Indian (the motorcycle company) outboard generated 7 horsepower as seen on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Outboard Motors
A 1935 Neptune outboard motor generated just 4 horsepower, seen at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Chainsaw
An early two-person chain saw was on display at the Milton Steam Era show in Milton, Ontario on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Ice Cream Maker
A John Deere "E" motor was put to use as an ice cream maker at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Whistles
A table just full of various steam whistles was seen at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
A highlight of Milton Steam Era was the steam tractors like this one from George White and Sons on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
A Sawyer-Massey steam tractor made its way around the grounds at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
Brian Hume was at the throttle of his family's 1913-era Sawyer-Massey steam tractor in Milton on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
The Hume family's 1913 Sawyer-Massey tractor of 25 drawbar horsepower was parked later in the day on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
Another 1913-era Sawyer-Massey tractor moved about the Milton fairgrounds during the Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
The 1913 Sawyer-Massey steam tractor headed toward the infield of the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
Michael Guy and Jon Hull drove the 1913 Sawyer-Massey steam tractor about the Milton fairgrounds on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
The 1913 Sawyer-Massey steam tractor took a turn in the Milton Steam Era fairgrounds on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
Jon Hull (left) and Michael Guy (right) handled the the 1913 Sawyer-Massey steam tractor on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
The rear of the 1913 Sawyer-Massey steam tractor was observed at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
Jon Hull attended to the firebox of the 1913 Sawyer-Massey steam tractor in Milton on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
Michael Guy had his hand at the throttle of the Sawyer-Massey steam tractor in Milton, Ontario on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
The view from the platform of the 1913 Sawyer-Massey steam tractor was obtained on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
A meet with the Case steam tractor serving as the people mover took place on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
A confederate flag was the background for this view of a steam whistle on the 1913 Sawyer-Massey on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
Poor wood caused the 1913 Sawyer-Massey to barely exceed 50 psi at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
The door to the firebox on the 1913 Sawyer-Massey was open for the addition of more wood on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
The view forward was observed as the 1913 Sawyer-Massey steam tractor took a turn on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
Another look at the operator's view from the 1913 Sawyer-Massey steam tractor was obtained on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
Jon Hull oiled the 1913 Sawyer-Massey steam tractor at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
Jon Hull climbed all over the 1913 Sawyer-Massey steam tractor to reach all the oiling points on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Steam Tractors
The Case steam engine serving as the people mover moved about the fair grounds in Milton, Ontario on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Parade
A McCormick Farmall "MD" tractor owned by Ian Break was in the parade through Milton, Ontario on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Parade
A 1955-era International "100" model participated in the Milton Steam Era Parade on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Parade
A 1956-era John Deere "620-O"--the "O" was for "Orchard"--was in the Milton Steam Era parade on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Parade
The John Deere "620-O" model added extra sheet metal to protect against orchard branches, seen 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Parade
A side view of the 1956-era John Deere "620-O" orchard tractor was obtained during the parade on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Parade
A Massey-Harris "44 Special" participated in the Milton Steam Era parade on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Parade
A Farmall tractor helped out an ailing Allis-Chambers colleague in the Milton Steam Era Parade on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Parade
A McCormick-Farmall "B" model from 1939 was noted in the Milton Steam Era Parade on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Parade
A side view of the McCormick Farmall "B" tractor with its attachments was taken in Milton, Ontario on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Parade
A McCormick-Farmall "A" tractor re-entered the Milton fairgrounds after the parade on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Parade
A 1952-era Cas "VAS" model tractor had participated in the Milton Steam Era parade on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Classic Cars
A Ford Model A was heading for its parking place at the Milton Steam Era festival after the parade on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Classic Cars
A 1934 Lincoln was part of the Milton Steam Era's classic car line on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Classic Cars
A Plymouth returned to the Milton fairgrounds after the parade through the town on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Classic Cars
A rare 1936 Cord "810 Sport Coupe Phaeton" returned to its parking space at Milton Steam Era on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Classic Cars
A 1949 Dodge coupe was in the classic car line at the Milton Steam Era show in Milton, Ontario on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Classic Cars
A 1950 Chrysler Imperial was on display in the classic car line at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Classic Cars
A 1958 Oldsmobile Ninety Eight attracted a lot of eyeballs at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Classic Cars
A 1958 Cadillac coupe, in just its second year as an official "classic car," at Milton Steam Era on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Classic Cars
A 1966 Pontiac Bonneville was among the more modern cars on display at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Classic Trucks
A 1917 International truck was earliest example of what we would call a truck on display on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Classic Trucks
The design had changed quite a bit by the time of this 1929 International truck at Milton Steam Era on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Classic Trucks
The classic half-ton pickup had taken shape by the time of this 1939 GM model at Milton Steam Era on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Classic Trucks
A 1954 Mercury half-ton pickup was found in the classic car line at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Classic Trucks
A 1955 Ford C-500 truck demonstrated the idea of a grain box at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1930 Massey-Harris tractor with solid wheels was on display at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A portable John Deere engine looked like a tractor at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1920's era-Hart Parr tractor headed for its parking space at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
The Hart-Parr tractor backed into its parking space at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A line of Rumely Oil Pull tractors demonstrated the joys of the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A lone Rumely Oil Pull not seen in the previous line was noted at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
Later, green-painted Rumely Oil Pull tractors were lined up at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1917 Minneapolis "Western" tractor was on display at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1921 Sawyer-Massey diesel tractor sat away from its steam counterparts at Milton Steam Era on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
An early Ford tractor was found at the Milton Steam Era event in Milton, Ontario on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A line of Ford tractors made for a nice scene at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1953 edition of the Ford tractor was in the line at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
The offset nature of this Ford tractor was designed for crop visibility, seen in Milton on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
The hood ornament on a Ford tractor was noted at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
The hood ornament for a 1953 "jubilee" edition of the Ford tractor was noted in Milton, Ontario on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A "junior" Ford tractor made a nice contrast to the classic models at the Milton Steam Era event on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1921-era Fordson "F" model tractor, built in Ireland, was found at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1942 John Deere "AR" model tractor was on display at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1943 John Deere "BR" model tractor moved about the fairground in Milton, Ontario on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1956-era John Deere "420" model tractor, generating about 20 drawbar horsepower, was seen 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
The 1956-era, 44-drawbar horsepower John Deere "620-O" Orchard tractor sat at Milton Steam Era on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1966-era John Deere model "112" garden tractor showed the modern face of the company on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
The John Deere model "112" was one of many garden tractors on display at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1952 John Deere model "MC" was the first tracked model produced by the company, seen 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
Mark Johnson posed with the 1952-era model "MC" John Deere tractor in Milton, Ontario on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
John Deere continued with "crawler" versions of its normal tractors with the 1953 model "40C" seen on 5-September-2009

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
The 1956-era John Deere "420C" "Crawler" introduced an all-yellow paint scheme seen on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
The John Deere "420C" moved about the fairgrounds at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
By the 1980's, the John Deere model "380" forklift had diverged from the the tractor line, seen 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
John Deere's model "380" forklift looked like a backwards tractor at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1948 Waterloo Bronco tractor was on display at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1960 small Allis Chambers tractor moved about the fairgrounds at Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1949 Allis Chambers "G" rear-engine model was on display at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1953 SFV "Vierzon 402" single-cylinder tractor from France was a star at Milton Steam Era on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A Massey-Harris tractor had an especially wide wheelbase at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1938-era Minneapolis Moline "U" model tractor of 27 drawbar horsepower was observed in Milton on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1939 Cockshutt model "80" was in a line with its brethren at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1941 Cockshutt model "70 Standard" sat quietly at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1946 Cockshutt model "70 Row Crop" (note the front wheels) was observed at Milton Steam Era on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1949 Cockshutt "Model 30" enjoyed a rest at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1957 Cockshutt "20 Deluxe" tractor of 25 drawbar horsepower was on display in Milton, Ontario on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
The McCormick-Deering tractors were actually made by International, seen at Milton Steam Era on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1949-era Case model "DO" orchard tractor was at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
A 1958 Porsche Diesel "Junior" tractor from Germany was at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Grounds
About a third of the fairgrounds at Milton, Ontario were visible from the grandstands on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
A Case diesel tractor started its pull during the Milton Steam Era tractor pull on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
The Case tractor finished its tractor pull just beyond the stage at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
A Farmall tractor pulled up to do the pullback operation before the next tractor pull on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
The Farmall tractor started to pull the apparatus back to the starting position for the tractor pull on 5-September-2009

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
The Farmall tractor executed the pull-back to the starting position at Milton Steam Era on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
The Minneapolis Moline "U" tractor proceeded with its pull past the stands at Milton Steam Era on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
The Minneapolis Moline "U" tractor ended its pull of about 180 feet at Milton Steam Era on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
A McCormick-Farmall tractor was next up in the Milton Steam Era tractor pull on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
The McMormack-Farmall tractor completed a long pull past the stands at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
An International tractor was next up for the tractor pull at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
Another McCormick-Farmall tractor ended its pull with a wheelie at Milton Steam Era on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
Yet another McCormick-Farmall tractor pulled past the stands at the Milton fairgrounds on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
A McCormick-Farmall "165" tractor started a pull during the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
The McCormick-Farmall "165" finished its pull in front of the stands at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-200

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
A McCormick "W6" tractor started its tractor pull at the Milton Steam Era event on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
The McCormick "W6" moved near the speed limit of 5 mph during the Milton Steam Era tractor pull on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
Next up in the tractor pull was a Farmall 560 seen in front of the Milton fairgrounds stands on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
An Oliver "Super 99" tractor started its pull during the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
The 1957-era Oliver "Super 99" used all of its 58 drawbar horsepower at Milton Steam Era on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
The Oliver "Super 99" completed its pull at the Milton Steam Era festival in a cloud of dust on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
An International model "560" tractor dating from 1958 pulled at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
Imported from France, a 1953-era SFV single-cylinder tractor started its pull at Milton Steam Era on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
The SFV "403" model single-cylinder tractor from France competed in the Milton tractor pull on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
The SFV "403" put up a lot of smoke from its single cylinder at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
The SFV model "403" turned around after its pull to return to its parking place in Milton on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
A Farmall model "560" tractor started its tractor pull at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
The Farmall model "560" was a slow and steady puller at the Milton Steam Era tractor pull on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
The 70-horsepower John Deere model "820" tractor headed for the tractor pull in Milton on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
The 1956-era John Deere model "820" performed its tractor pull at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
A 1948 John Deere looked like it had come out of a lake as it pulled at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
The pull of the 1948 John Deere ended with a wheelie in front of the stands as observed on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
A Minneapolis-Moline model "G705" performed its pull at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
A Cockshutt model "1850" tractor stopped in front of the stands to end its pull in Milton on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
A Cockshutt model "1900" tractor was having a good pull at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
A German-made Lanz tractor started its pull during the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
Built in Mannheim, Germany, this Lanz tractor was far from its origin at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Tractor Pull
The pull of the Lanz tractor in Milton ended with one of the more precarious positions noted on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Threshing Competition
The start of the threshing competition was observed at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Threshing Competition
The first team pulled forward in the threshing competition after picking up its hay on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Threshing Competition
The second team raced to catch up during the threshing competition at Milton Steam Era on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Threshing Competition
A competitor loaded the belt during the threshing competition at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Sawmill Demonstration
A sawmill demonstration took place for a good portion of the day at the Milton Steam Era festival on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Sawmill Demonstration
The log started to be cut at the sawmill demonstration at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Sawmill Demonstration
The blade had just started to cut the wood during the sawmill demonstration in Milton, Ontario on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Sawmill
A miniature sawmill was noted in operation at the Milton Steam Era show on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Model Railroad
There was even a model railroad running at the Milton Steam Era show, seen on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - Model Railroad
A 1:48 scale climax steam locomotive was part of model railroading display at Milton Steam Era on 5-September-2009.

Milton Steam Era - F-86 Flyover
A F-86 Sabre aircraft did a flyover of the Milton Steam Era festival on the afternoon of 5-September-2009.

Mississauga - Civic Centre
The clock tower of the Mississauga Civic Centre, intended to resemble a windmill, was photographed on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day
A lighted sign on the Civic Centre clock tower advertised Mississauga, Ontario's Canada Day celebrations on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day
People of all backgrounds gathered at the Mississauga Civic Centre for the Canada Day celebrations on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day
The "barn" (City Hall) portion of the Mississauga Civic Centre was surrounded by people on Canada Day, 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day
What looked like a maple leaf but were actually just red and white balloons were noted in Mississauga on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day
The sun had set on Canada Day at the Mississauga, Ontario Civic Centre clock tower on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Civic Centre
A fountain at Mississauga, Ontario's Civic Centre was nicely illuminated on the evening of Canada Day, 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day
A mobile sign advertisement the day's events at the Mississauga, Ontario Civic Centre as observed on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day
The "Power Pop" band Sloan performed at the Mississauga Civic Centre before the fireworks on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day
Sloan,

Mississauga - Civic Centre
It was almost dark enough for fireworks at the Mississauga Civic Centre clock tower at 21:50 on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
The Canada Day Fireworks display at Mississauga, Ontario's Civic Centre started at 22:18 on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
Pink and white firework lit up the Mississauga Civic Centre as the Canada Day Fireworks started up on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
The sky turned green with fireworks above the Mississauga Civic Centre on Canada Day, 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
White rockets shot up from the Mississauga Civic Centre during the Canada Day fireworks on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
Small white rockets erupted from the Mississauga Civic Centre as part of the Canada Day fireworks on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
White and blue rockets showered upward from the Mississauga Civic Centre during the Canada Day fireworks on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
Fireworks spiraled around on the roof of the Mississauga Civic Centre during the Canada Day festivities on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
White rockets joined a slough of red for patriotic colors during the Canada Day fireworks in Mississauga on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
Another set of rockets was fired as the glitter from the previous set faded out in Mississauga on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
Very bright white fireworks were part of the Canada Day Fireworks above the Mississauga Civic Centre on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
White and red fireworks gave a patriotic theme to the Canada Day fireworks in Mississauga on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
White columns of fireworks rose from the Mississauga Civic Centre during the Canada Day show on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
Yellow fireworks ignited above the Mississauga Civic Centre during the Canada Day display on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
Yellow fireworks lit up the Mississauga Civic Centre during the Canada Day display on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
Red and white streaks decorated the sky during Mississauga, Ontario's Canada Day fireworks on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
Green rockets followed red ones during the Canada Day display at the Mississauga Civic Centre on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
Red and white rockets erupted from the roof of the Mississauga Civic Centre on Canada Day, 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
A fan of red and white fireworks rose above the Mississauga Civic Centre on Canada Day, 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
Blue and green cluster fireworks dominated this scene above the Mississauga Civic Centre on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
Two clusters of fireworks framed the scene during the Canada Day fireworks in Mississauga, Ontario on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
White fireworks exploded around the Mississauga Civic Centre during the Canada Day fireworks on 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
White fireworks lit up the Mississauga Civic Centre in a large display on Canada Day, 1-July-2009.

Mississauga - Canada Day Fireworks
Red and white fireworks made up the finale of the Canada Day fireworks over Mississauga Civic Centre on 1-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Multi-colored fireworks exploded above Lake Ontario in Toronto during the Festival of Fire on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A wide variety of fireworks were on display during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Red ball fireworks reflected their color into Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Three different stages of fireworks were being fired above Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Red and white balls of fireworks were highlighted during the final day of Festival of Fire in Toronto on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A mix of colors reflected in Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire off Ontario Place in Toronto on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
White rockets highlighted a red ball of fireworks during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A white ball of fireworks started to explode as a red and green one faded during the Festival of Fire on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A white cluster of fireworks arose above Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Flower-like white fireworks were part of the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A series of white fireworks rose from the barge in Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A lunar-colored ball was part of the Festival of Fire display above Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Multi-colored circles led to an interesting sight from a side angle during the Festival of Fire on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Blue circles surrounded red fireworks during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
More of the red and blue fireworks were noted above Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
White fireworks lit up the sky above Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire display in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2009

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Red rockets rose to join the white fireworks above Lake Ontario as part of the Festival of Fire on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Fireworks of all different colors were below the white fireworks during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Blue fireworks joined a predominately red scene above Lake Ontario off Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
White rockets shot out in the middle of a white ball of fireworks in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Yellow rockets complimented a red ball during the Festival of Fire display over Lake Ontario in Toronto on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Purple and white fireworks were included in the final day of the Festival of Fire series in Toronto on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A bright white firework was just starting to explode as a blue one faded above Lake Ontario in Toronto on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A white ball rose above the boats observing the Festival of Fire off the shore of Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A blue and white set of fireworks reflected in Lake Ontario during the Festival Fire in Toronto on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
The multiple layers of fireworks created the effect of a red flower during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 4-July-200

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Yellow fireworks of two different varieties reflected in Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Red and white fireworks created a patriotic effect during the Festival of Fire in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
The white fireworks illuminated the firing ship below the Festival of Fire display off Toronto on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A baseball? A face? An unusually-shaped firework was noted during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Red hearts were part of the Festival of Fire display over Lake Ontario in Toronto on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Three hearts were coordinated with the line "I love you" in "What a Wonderful World" during the fireworks on 4-July-2009

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A white firework was part of the Festival of Fire above Lake Ontario off Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
The finale of the Festival of Fire started with a variety of simultaneous white fireworks off Toronto on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
More of the bright finale to the Festival of Fire over Lake Ontario off Toronto, Ontario was observed on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Red fireworks lit up the sky at the end of the Festival of Fire above Lake Ontario off Toronto on 4-July-2009.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
White fireworks closed out the annual Festival of Fire over Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario on 4-July-2009.
Trip to Michigan, July 2009

Scenery - Toronto Railfan
Even in the rain, a railfan was watching the departure of VIA train #71 outside Union Station in Toronto on 23-July-2009

Scenery - Grand River
The Grand River was viewed from a passing VIA Rail Canada train near Paris, Ontario on 23-July-2009.

Scenery - Thames River
The Thames River was viewed from VIA Rail Canada train #71 in London, Ontario on 23-July-2009.

Scenery - Fields
Typical fields of southwestern Ontario were observed from a train near Glencoe, Ontario on 23-July-2009.

Scenery - Fence
The fence installed to enforce VIA Rail Canada's property line was observed east of Windsor, Ontario on 23-July-2009.

Windsor - VIA Train
VIA Rail Canada P42DC #910 posed at the Windsor, Ontario station after running from Toronto on 23-July-2009.

Flint - Vehicle City Sign
A "Vehicle City" sign marked the entrance to downtown Flint, Michigan on Saginaw Street on 25-July-2009.

Flint - Saginaw Street
Saginaw Street, the main north-south street through downtown Flint, Michigan, was seen on the evening of 25-July-2009.

Flint - Carriage City
Before it was "vehicle city," Flint had been known as "carriage city" with the above logo seen on 25-July-2009.

Flint - City Buildings
Some of the high-rise buildings in downtown Flint, Michigan were viewed from Saginaw Street on 25-July-2009.

Flint - Citizens Bank Clock
This clock along Saginaw Street in Flint had been erected and was maintained by Citizens Bank, seen 25-July-2009.

Flint - Citizens Bank
Citizens Bank, founded in 1871 when Flint was a lumber town, still had its headquarters downtown on 25-July-2009.

Flint - Citizens Bank
The Citizens Bank building had been built in 1928 according to this plaque noted in Flint, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Flint - University of Michigan-Flint
The University of Michigan-Flint's campus, operated under that name since 1971, was observed on 25-July-2009.

Flint - Flint River
A canal system was partially preserved next to the Flint River in Flint, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Flint - Flint River
The Flint River was viewed passing through the city of Flint, Michigan in this view to the east on 25-July-2009.

Flint - Flint River
Riverbank Park lined both sides of the Flint River as viewed to the east from the Beach Street bridge on 25-July-2009.

Flint - University of Michigan-Flint
The University of Michigan-Flint had expanded its campus north of the Flint River as seen on 25-July-2009.

Flint - Riverbank Park
Interesting artwork was found along the canals in Flint, Michigan's Riverbank Park as observed on 25-July-2009.

Flint - Flint River
A pedestrian bridge crossed the Flint River in Flint, Michigan as viewed to the west at Beach Street on 25-July-2009.

Flint - Riverbank Park
The various areas of Riverbank Park in Flint, Michigan were marked by signs like this one seen on 25-July-2009.

Flint - "Keep On Keepin' On" Festival
"Keep On Keepin' On," billed as an "Afrikan-American" Festival, had drawn only a modest crowd on 25-July-2009.

Flint - Halo Burger
Bill Thomas' Halo Burger, a local chain around Flint, Michigan founded in 1923, was seen on Fenton Road on 25-July-2009.

Flint - GM Metal Fabrication Division
The GM Metal Fabrication Division was located right across from my hotel in Flint, Michigan, seen on 26-July-2009.

Flint - Left Turn Signal
Left turn signals in Michigan were often designated the way this light in Flint, Michigan was marked on 24-July-2009.

Owosso - Downtown Sign
This sign on Washington Street welcomed visitors to downtown Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Owosso - Washington and Main
The center of downtown Owosso, Michigan was located at Washington and Main Streets on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Fair
A fair was taking place in the vacant lot on the southwest corner of Washington and Main on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Quaker Oats Ad
An old Quaker Oats advertisement was still partially visible near Washington and Main in Owosso on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Schmidt Jeweler Clock
The Schmidt Jeweler Clock lined the sidewalk of Main Street in Owosso, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - O. Winston Link Gallery
An art gallery in downtown Owosso, Michigan had been turned into an O. Winston Link gallery on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - D.M. Christian Company
The one-time home of D.M. Christian Company on Main Street in Owosso, Michigan had become a Dollar Daze by 25-July-2009.

Owosso - D.M. Christian Company
The D.M. Christian Company had been founded in 1885 as commemorated by this plaque in Owosso on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - L.P. Ball Jeweler Clock
The 1929 L.P. Ball Jeweler Street Clock had been relocated but was on Main Street in Owosso on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Jet Pizza Ad
This Jet Pizza advertisement noted in Owosso, Michigan expressed my philosophy on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Joseph H. Lebowsky Center
The front of the Joseph H. Lebowsky Center, built in 1926, had been nicely stored as seen on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Joseph H. Lebowsky Center
Taking a trip down Park Street, though, the damage to the Lebowsky Center from a 2007 fire was seen on 26-July-2009.

Owosso - Joseph H. Lebowsky Center
The Lebowsky Center had once held 1200 people in theater seating, observed on 26-July-2009.

Owosso - Joseph H. Lebowsky Center
The stage at the Lebowsky Center was visible from Park Street in Owosso, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Owosso - First Congregational Church
The First Congregational Church, built in 1892, was noted on Washington Street in Owosso, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - First Congregational Church
The tower of the First Congregational Church rose above Washington Street in Owosso, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - First Congregational Church
This sign explained the history of the First Congregational Church in Owosso, dating back to 1840 on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - First Congregational Church
Stained glass windows provided a beautiful exterior to the First Congregational Church in Owosso on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Salem Lutheran Church
The Salem Lutheran Church was located just across Washington Street from the Congregational Church on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Armory
The Armory in Owosso, Michigan hid the Shiawassee River from view on Water Street on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - City Hall
Owosso's City Hall looked out to the north toward Main Street in the Michigan city on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Indian Trails Bus
The Indian Trails bus company was based in Owosso and provided Train Festival Shuttle service seen 25-July-2009.

Owosso - M-21 Sign
A typical state route sign, for Michigan route 21 (M-21) was noted in Owosso, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Shiawassee River
The northward-flowing Shiawassee River was noted passing through downtown Owosso at Washington Street on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Thomas Dewey Birthplace
A Tim Horton's restaurant was found next to Thomas Dewey's birthplace in Owosso, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Shiawassee River
The Shiawassee River flowed to the west of City Hall in Owosso, Michigan as viewed on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Shiawassee River
The Shiawassee River flowed northward through Curwood Park in Owosso, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Shiawassee River
A small weir was noted on the Shiawassee River in the middle of Curwood Park in Owosso, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Curwood Park
An overview of Curwood Park in Owosso, Michigan was obtained from the west side of the river on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Curwood Park
The 2007 sculpture "Renewal" by Louis Marinaro was located in Owosso, Michigan's Curwood Park on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Curwood Park
The Heritage Footbridge in Owosso, Michigan's Curwood Park had been constructed in 1984 and photographed on 25-July-2009

Owosso - Curwood Park
Comstock Cabin, the oldest surviving building in Owosso from the 1830's, was viewed in Curwood Park on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Curwood Park
This sign explained the history of Comstock Cabin in Owosso, Michigan's Curwood Park on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Curwood Castle
Curwood Castle, constructed by author James Oliver Curwood in 1922, was in Owosso, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Curwood Castle
This sign described the history of the Curwood Castle in Owosso, Michigan's Curwood Park on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - Curwood Park
A bird sculpture was noted in Curwood Park in Owosso, Michigan without an identifying plaque on 25-July-2009.

Owosso - B-17 Flyover
The "Yankee Lady", a 1945 B-17G based in Ypsilanti, Michigan, flew over Owosso on 26-July-2009.

Owosso - Grand Trunk Western Station
The onetime Grand Trunk Western railroad station in Owosso, Michigan had become a restaurant by 24-July-2009.

Owosso - Grand Trunk Western Station
The former Grand Trunk Western station in Owosso, Michigan featured a nice bay window on 24-July-2009.

Owosso - Grand Trunk Western Station
The sign at the Grand Trunk Western station in Owosso still showed distances to Detroit and Grand Haven on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Vendor Sign
A common Train Festival sign seemed to depict "Daylight" 4449 as a wood burner in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Entrance
A crowd was already gathered inside the entrance to the Train Festival in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Southern 6133
Ex-Southern Railway FP-7 #6133 came to the festival from the North Carolina Transportation Museum, seen on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Missouri-Kansas-Texas #403
Former Missouri-Kansas-Texas Railway #403 had served four presidents as a business car, seen 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Norfolk & Western 611 Model
The real 611 was in Roanoke, but a quarter-scale model of the Norfolk & Western 4-8-4 was in Owosso on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Nickel Plate 765
Nickel Plate Road 2-8-4 #765 from the Fort Wayne Railroad Historical Society in Indiana was at Owosso on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Berkshires
Near-sister Berkshires Nickel Plate #765 (left) and Pere Marquette #1225 (right) were in Owosso on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Pere Marquette 1225
Pere Marquette #1225, based at Owosso's Steam Railroading Institute, was sidelined by flue issues on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Pere Marquette 1225
Crowds surrounded former Pere Marquette #1225, built by Lima in 1941, at the Train Festival on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Little River #1
Visiting from Coldwater, Michigan's Little River Railroad was 0-4-0T #1, noted at the Train Festival on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Viscose Company #6
Viscose Company #6, a 1924 Baldwin 0-4-0T, visited the Train Festival in Owosso from New York on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Tank Locomotives
Two of the three 0-4-0T's at the Train Festival, Viscose #6 and Little River #1, sat near each other on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Flagg Coal Company #75
Flagg Coal Company #75, was a 1930 Vulcan 0-4-0T that spent most of its time in Owosso, Michigan, seen 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Flagg Coal Company #75
Flagg Coal Company #75 ran back and forth as part of the "Your Hand at the Throttle" activity at Owosso on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Flagg Coal Company #75
Flagg Coal Company #75 passed Huron & Eastern GP40-2W #9712 at Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Huron and Eastern #9712
Huron and Eastern #9712, from the RailAmerica-owned shortline, was at the Owosso Train Festival on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Huron and Eastern #9712
A head-end view of a former Canadian National GP40-2W, now Huron and Eastern #9712, was taken on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Great Lakes Central Special
A Great Lakes Central shipper's special arrived at Owosso, Michigan during the Train Festival on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Leviathan
The Leviathan, a replica of an 1860's Central Pacific locomotive, made its debut at Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Leviathan
The Leviathan, sister to the Jupiter from the Golden Spike in 1869, backed onto the turntable in Owosso on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Leviathan
The turntable started to spin with the "Leviathan" on board in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Leviathan
The side of the "Leviathan," Central Pacific #63, came into view on the turntable on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Leviathan
The "Leviathan" took a near-hourly ride on the turntable at the Train Festival in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Leviathan
The "Leviathan" was visiting the Train Festival from Illinois and rode the Owosso turntable on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Leviathan
The "Leviathan" burned oil, about the only difference from the original which burned wood, seen on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Leviathan
The "Leviathan" was built and owned by Dave Kloke and rode the turntable in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Leviathan
The original "Leviathan" had entered service in 1868; this "Leviathan" had first steamed not long before 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Leviathan
The original "Leviathan" had been built in Schenectady, New York for the Central Pacific, the replica seen 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Leviathan
The "Leviathan" featured real gold leafing as it rode the turntable at the Train Festival in Owosso on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Leviathan
A head-on view of the "Leviathan" was obtained at the Train Festival in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Leviathan
The "Leviathan" shone in direct sunlight on the turntable in Owosso, Michigan during the Train Festival on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Leviathan
The operator's position on the turntable, originally from New Buffalo, Michigan, was observed on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Troop Car
This World War II-era Troop Car had been restored by Boy Scout Andrew Munerance, seen in Owosso on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Troop Car
Andrew Munerance stood inside the troop car to explain how he had restored it during the Train Festival on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Pump Car
A hand-pump car was on display at the Train Festival in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Consolidation
Former Mississippian Railway 2-8-0 #76, a 1920 Baldwin, was under restoration in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Consolidation
Originally Jonesboro, Lake City & Eastern #40, Mississippian Railway 2-8-0 #76 was in pieces on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - GE 44-Ton Diesel
Former Detroit & Mackinac #10, a GE 44-ton diesel switcher, was in the shops in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - GE 25-Ton Diesel
A GE 25-ton diesel, a former industrial switcher, was in the shops at Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - GE 25-Ton Diesel
This logo on the GE 25-Ton Diesel had caused it to gain the nickname "Mighty Mouse," seen on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Daylight Auxiliary Tender
"Daylight" 4449's auxiliary tender, from a cab-forward, was stored in the shops at Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Whiting Trackmobile
One of my favorite vehicles, a Whiting Trackmobile, was parked in the shops at Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Speeder
A speeder was stored in the Steam Railroading Institute shops in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Crowd
The Train Festival grounds were filled with some of the 36,000 attendees (over four days) on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
The Train Festival featured a miniature railway; Nickel Plate 236 led this train in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
A model of Nickel Plate Road SW9 #236 worked a train on the miniature railway in Owosso on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
Another train of passengers rode the miniature railway behind a Southern Railway prototype on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
A one-eighth scale Southern #2601, a high-hood GP30, led a miniature railway train on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
Another complete train of passengers rode the Train Festival's miniature railway in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
A Southern Railway switch engine handed a miniature railway train in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
Cocolamus Creek Trolley #7408 served as the locomotive for one of the miniature railway trains on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
Southern Railway 4-6-2 #1396, in miniature form, led a sit-down railway train out of the loading zone on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
An unlettered Erie Railroad 4-6-2, #2936, sat in a siding awaiting its next run in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
The miniature railway track had clearly been pre-constructed for rapid assembly and dis-assembly, seen 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
Who said the Milwaukee Road 261 wasn't in Owosso? A one-eighth scale model came into sight on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
Milwaukee Road 4-8-4 #261, with a heavy train, took the outside track that it needed to take on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
The longest-wheelbase operating locomotive on the miniature railway rounded a curve in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
The Milwaukee Road #261 model headed for the passenger platforms in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
A big 4-8-4 in the form of Milwaukee Road #261 rounded the curve at the east end of the railway on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
One of the most popular locomotives on the miniature railway was articulated Manatee River #28 on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
Manatee River #28, a 2-4-4-2 locomotive, approached a curve in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
The articulation on Manatee River 2-4-4-2 #28 was evident as it rounded a curve in Owosso on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
Manatee River #28 headed for the passenger platforms at the Train Festival in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
A long train stretched out behind a Pennsylvania Railroad FA-1 locomotive in Owosso on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
Pennsylvania Railroad FA-1 "#8991" (apparently a non-prototypical number) approached the platforms on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
Time for a ride! Pennsylvania FA-1 #8991 pulled out of the platforms westbound in Owosso on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
The miniature railway train rounded a left-hand curve on the ride in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
The Pennsylvania Railroad train stopped appropriately at a keystone "whistle" sign in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Miniature Railway
The miniature railway passed behind the concession tent at the Train Festival in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - G-Scale
A G-Scale train was noted running outside as viewed from the miniature railway at the Train Festival on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - G-Scale
A G-scale model of a Tom Thumb-type locomotive sped past the miniature train at the Train Festival on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - G-Scale
A G-scale (or F-scale) Shay operated on the outdoor layout at the Train Festival in Owosso, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - Model Railroad Pavilion
This large pavilion housed most of the model railroads at the Train Festival in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - O-Scale
An O-scale model of the Empire State Express passed a tinplate tunnel at the Train Festival in Owosso on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - O-Scale
Watch for the Daylights! An O-scale Daylight was parked as a Grand Trunk Western freight passed on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - O-Scale
An O-Scale Nickel Plate Berkshire, #779, passed the Union Pacific M-10000 streamliner in Owosso on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - O-Scale
The Empire State Express passed under a O-scale model of a train station at the Train Festival on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Lego Trains
Who said the 1225 wasn't running? A Lego Pere Marquette 1225 was noted in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Lego Trains
A Lego Daylight rounded a tight corner in the model railroad pavilion at the Train Festival on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Lego Trains
A Lego Union Pacific "Big Boy" 4-8-8-4 crossed a bridge in the model railway pavilion on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Lego Trains
The Lego "Big Boy" rounded a tight curve and showed its interesting articulation at Owosso on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Lego Trains
A Lego model of downtown Chicago included the Chicago Board of Trade in Owosso on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Lego Trains
A Lego "El" train ran through a corner of the downtown Chicago model in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Lego Trains
The Lego "El" train passed an outdoor concert facility in the model of Chicago at the Train Festival on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Lego Trains
Santa Fe F-units done in Legos ran through a yard on the layout at the Train Festival on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - HO Scale SD75I
Now moving down to HO Scale, a model of a Santa Fe SD75I ran on a Train Festival layout on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - HO Scale GP35
Eastern prototypes were represented by this Chessie GP35 noted on the HO Scale Train Festival layout on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - HO Scale Thomas
A very useful engine (Thomas) made a loop on the HO Scale layout at the Train Festival in Owosso on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Vendor Pavilion
Another huge pavilion housed the various vendors at the Train Festival in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - 261 Headlight
Milwaukee Road 4-8-4 #261 may not have been in Owosso, but its headlight was at the Friends stand on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
The All-Day Excursion's return run from Alma came into sight near Bannister, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Former Southern Pacific "Daylight" #4449 led the All-Day Excursion near Bannister, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Daylight at the front, Skytop Lounge at the rear, the All-Day Excursion was near Bannister, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Carrying the markers of the All-Day Excursion were the former Milwaukee Road Superdome and Skytop Lounge on 24-July-2009

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Former Southern Pacific "Daylight" 4-8-4 #4449 led the All-Day Excursion at Carland, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
The 4449 approached the famous elevator at Carland, Michigan on the All-Day Excursion on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
The former Milwaukee Road Skytop Lounge "Cedar Rapids" passed the elevator at Carland, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
The sun came out for the passage of the All-Day Excursion at Delaney Road outside Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
The "Cedar Rapids" Skytop Lounge passed the yard limits sign approaching Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
A large crowd was on hand for the passage of the All-Day Excrusion at Chipman Street in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
The "Daylight" #4449 made its appearance crossing Chipman Street in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Some of the photo line near Chipman Street watched the "All-Day Excursion" enter Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
The "Cedar Rapids" Skytop Lounge rounded the curve near Chipman Street entering Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Daylight
After returning with the All-Day Excursion, "Daylight" #4449 returned to its storage track in Owosso on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Daylight
The "skirts" were removed to access the compressor pumps on the side of the "Daylight" in Owosso on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
In a scene repeated many times over the weekend, Little River #110 rested between hourly excursions on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
Little River Pacific #110 backed past the Woodard Building in Owosso, Michigan with an hourly excursion on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
Seven times a day, Little River #110 backed past the Woodard Building in Owosso with an hourly excursion, 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
Little River #110 was the smallest "Pacific" type locomotive in North America, seen in Owosso, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
The interior of a former MARC commuter coach used out of Baltimore was observed on an hourly excursion on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
The fields near Cedar Street in Owosso, Michigan were observed from an Hourly Excursion on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
Great Lakes Central GP35 #385 led an hourly excursion train at Owosso Junction, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
The Ann Arbor line at Owosso Junction, Michigan was observed from an Hourly Excursion on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
This view resulted as an Hourly Excursion crossed Main Street in Owosso, Michigan on the morning of 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
Chipman Street in Owosso, Michigan was observed from on-board an Hourly Excursion on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
Little River Railroad Pacific #110 backed an Hourly Excursion at Chipman Street in Owosso, Michigan on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
An old mill building had been turned into an archery range in Owosso, Michigan, observed on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
Outside of Owosso, Michigan, the scenery from the Hourly Excursion turned to farming fields on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
A farm was noted from the former Michigan Central tracks on an Hourly Excursion on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
Corn fields were observed from on board an Hourly Excursion outside of Owosso, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
An original Burlington Route bi-level gallery commuter coach was in the hourly excursion train on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
The Hourly Excursion train passed a home with a swimming pool returning to Owosso, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
Little River Railroad "Pacific" #110 approached Main Street in Owosso at the head of an Hourly Excursion on 25-July-2009

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
Little River Railroad 4-6-2 #110 rounded a curve before the Main Street crossing in Owosso, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
This view of Main Street was obtained from on board an hourly excursion train returning to Owosso on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
Little River Railroad #110 approached Owosso Junction, Michigan with an Hourly Excursion on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
North America's smallest standard-gauge Pacific, Little River #110, approached Owosso Junction, Michigan on 25-July-2009

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
The Hourly Excursion prepared to re-enter the Ann Arbor line at Owosso Junction, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
Little River Railroad #110 blew its whistle for the Cedar Street crossing in Owosso, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Hourly Excursion
Little River Railroad #110 headed for the ash pit track after a day of Hourly Excursion trips on 24-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Former Nickel Plate Road 2-8-4 #765 brought the All-Day Excursion equipment to the loading zone in Owosso on 26-July-200

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Crowds waited at Washington Street in Owosso, Michigan for the All-Day Excursion to depart on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Photographers worked underneath a tree near Shiawassee Street in Owosso as the All-Day Excursion passed on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Nickel Plate Road 2-8-4 #765 accelerated the All-Day Excursion out of Owosso, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
The All-Day Excursion departed Owosso, Michigan behind the 765 as seen from Cedar Street on 25-July-2009.

Scenery - Cedar Street
This view of Cedar Street in Owosso, Michigan was taken from the All-Day Excursion on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Chipman Street
The Chipman Street crossing in Owosso, Michigan was viewed from the All-Day Excursion on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Main Street
This view toward the west of Main Street in Owosso, Michigan was taken from the All-Day Excursion on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Fields
Shortly outside Owosso, Michigan, the scenery turned to fields as shown from the All-Day Excursion on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Smith Road
A few railfan chasers were noted on Smith Road from the All-Day Excursion outside Owosso, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Fields
Not all of the fields passed were green, as noted from the All-Day Excursion outside Owosso, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - King Road
Photographers captured the All-Day Excursion as it passed King Road outside of Owosso, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Fields
Corn field lined the tracks and King Road outside of Owosso, Michigan as seen from the train on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Photographer
A photographer used a ladder to get a better shot near Baldwin Road approaching Carland, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Carland Elevator
The Carland Elevator was viewed from the passing All-Day Excursion train at Carland, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Barn
A red barn was noted from the All-Day Excursion as it proceeded beyond Carland, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Fields
The fields were uniformly green as the All-Day Excursion approached Elsie, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Fields
The fields were well-irrigated near Elsie, Michigan as viewed from the All-Day Excursion on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Farm
Another classic farm came into view from the All-Day Excursion near Elsie, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Elsie Tower
A water tower marked the location of Elsie, Michigan as viewed from the All-Day Excursion on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Fields
More farming fields continued to dominate the landscape as viewed from the All-Day Excursion near Elsie on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Photographers
A smattering of photographers captured the All-Day Excursion at Gratiot Road near Bannister, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Ballfields
The All-Day Excursion passed empty ball fields in Bannister, Michigan on the morning of 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Bannister
A family waved to the passengers of the All-Day Excursion as it passed through Bannister, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Maple River
The Maple River paralleled the tracks after Bannister, Michigan as viewed from the All-Day Excursion on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Farm
Another farm came into sight as the All-Day Excursion continued beyond Bannister, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Fields
More green fields lined the tracks as All-Day Excursion continued geographic northwest of Bannister on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Michigan 57
The All-Day Excursion crossed Michigan state highway 57 near Ashley, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Ashley
A sizable crowd was on-hand to wave to the All-Day Excursion as it passed Ashley, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Ashley
A blue water tower was situated next to the former Ann Arbor tracks in Ashley, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Branch Line
The former Grand Trunk Western line to Muskegon, now a short branch, was noted in Ashley, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - Chase Helicopter
The controversial chase helicopter was noted following the All-Day Excursion near Ashley, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Church
A church building was noted from the All-Day Excursion near North Star, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Bagley Road
Many chase vehicles were waiting for the All-Day Excursion at Bagley Road near North Star, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - US 127
Cars pulled over to the side of US 127 to watch the All-Day Excursion go by near Ithaca, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Treatment Ponds
These sewage treatment ponds were noted outside Ithaca, Michigan from the All-Day Excursion on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Treatment Ponds
Some of the treatment ponds outside Ithaca, Michigan included perfectly clear water on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Fans
A few railfans managed to set up opposite the silos in Ithaca, Michigan as the All-Day Excursion passed on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Fields
The scenery observed from the All-Day Excursion again turned to fields after Ithaca, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
The interior of the Ohio Central open-air coaches, once Burlington Route commuter coaches, was observed on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Carl Church Barn
A sizable barn labeled with a "Carl Church" sign was noted from the All-Day Excursion at Tyler Road on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Grafton Avenue
The scenery turned residential again as the All-Day Excursion crossed Grafton Avenue in Alma, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Superior Street
Superior Street in Alma, Michigan was noted from the arriving All-Day Excursion on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Alma Arrival
A large crowd had gathered outside Alma College in Alma, Michigan as the All-Day Excursion arrived on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Crowds surrounded Nickel Plate 2-8-4 #765 after its arrival in Alma, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
The 765 backed out of the loading area in Alma, Michigan, heading for the wye on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
After pulling away from its train, Nickel Plate 765 passed the distinctive "Mid-Michigan" shop in Alma on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Much of the crew of Nickel Plate 765 was in the cab as the locomotive rounded the wye in Alma, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Nickel Plate Berkshire #765 established a picture-perfect scene at State Street in Alma, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Meanwhile, the Skytop Lounge "Cedar Rapids" waited with the rest of the train on the mainline in Alma on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Again connected to its train, the Nickel Plate #765 backed its train past Riverside Park in Alma on 26-July-2009.

Alma - Scotland USA Sign
The City of Alma touted itself as "Scotland, USA" as shown on this sign on Superior Stret on 26-July-2009.

Alma - Superior Street
The downtown area of Alma, Michigan along Superior Street was observed during the layover on 26-July-2009.

Alma - Public Building
The one-time Public Building in Alma, Michigan had been constructed in 1902 but was privately owned on 26-July-2009.

Alma - Old Town Clock Plaque
This plaque described the history of the Old Town Clock on the Public Building in Alma, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Alma - Firemen's Memorial
This Firemen's Memorial was constructed in 2004 outside the Public Building in Alma, Michigan, seen 26-July-2009.

Alma - Strand Theater
The Strand Theater in Alma, Michigan survived a major fire in 1960 and was still in operation on 26-July-2009.

Alma - Alleyway
A classic alleyway was noted off Superior Street in Alma, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Alma - Drugstore Block
The Drugstore Block in Alma, Michigan was one of the classic structures along Superior Street on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
A rain shower caused people to run for cover underneath the side of Nickel Plate #765 in Alma, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Freshly washed by the rain shower, Nickel Plate #765 demonstrated its face in Alma, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
The All-Day Excursion prepared to depart Alma, Michigan behind Nickel Plate Road #765 on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Photo Line
An orderly photo line had developed along Woodworth Avenue in Alma as the All-Day Excursion departed on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Nickel Plate Road Berkshire #765 could still put on a great show at a photo run-by in Ithaca, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Built in 1944, Nickel Plate Road #765 demonstrated it was still capable at Ithaca, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Some passengers remained on-board Ohio Central coach #704, my car for the day at Ithaca, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Restored for a second time in 2005, Nickel Plate #765 did a second photo run-by in Ithaca, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
One of several photo lines in Woodlawn Park watched as the 765 backed in Ithaca, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Former Milwaukee Road Skytop Lounge "Cedar Rapids" passed the photo line in Ithaca, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
"Superpower" Berkshire #765 moved forward on a third photo run-by in Ithaca, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
One of Lima's finest, Nickel Plate Road #765, performed a run-by at Ithaca, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Nickel Plate Road #765 stopped beyond Central Avenue in Ithaca, Michigan after a run-by on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Departing Ithaca, Michigan after a series of run-bys, Nickel Plate Road #765 led the All-Day Excursion on 25-July-2009.

Scenery - Photographers
Photographers captured the departure of the All-Day Excursion from Ithaca, Michigan at John Street on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Nickel Plate Road Berkshire #765 led the All-Day Excursion past silos in Ithaca, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
The former Milwaukee Road "Superdome" passed the silos at the south end of Ithaca, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Scenery - Photographers
A line of photographers captured the All-Day Excursion departing Ithaca, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Retention Ponds
The weather had deteriorated since the first time the All-Day Excursion had passed the Retention Ponds on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - US 127
A bit of traffic developed on US 127 as a few people attempted to pace the train south of Ithaca on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Michigan 57
A Michigan State Trooper guarded the crossing at Michigan Route 57 near North Star, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Nickel Plate 765 charged past milepost 126 near Ashley, Michigan with the All-Day Excursion on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Nickel Plate Road 765 dashed away from Ashley, Michigan with the All-Day Excursion on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
The "Cedar Rapids" carried the markers of the All-Day Excursion near Ashley, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Scenery - Gratiot Road
Only a few photographers lined Gratiot Road near Bannister, Michigan as the All-Day Excursion passed on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Nickel Plate Berkshire #765 flew US flags as it passed Elsie, Michigan with the All-Day Excursion on 25-July-2009.

Scenery - Riley Road
The All-Day Excursion train again passed a barn near Riley Road near Carland, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - King Road
Vehicles paced the All-Day Excursion along the gravel King Road outside Owosso, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - King Road
A pacer had their door open as they drove alongside the All-Day Excursion on King Road near Owosso on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - King Road
The open-door pacer passed a stationary photographer along King Road outside of Owosso, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Scenery - Mason and Delaney Roads
The crowd was smaller than on previous days at the junction of Mason and Delaney Roads outside Owosso on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
Nickel Plate Road Berkshire #765 approached Delaney Road outside of Owosso, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Scenery - Chipman Street Photo Line
A relatively small photo line was noted at Chipman Street in Owosso as the All-Day Excursion passed on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
The All-Day Excursion passed the Woodard Building in Owosso, Michigan, returning to town on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - All-Day Excursion
The "Cedar Rapids" Skytop lounge was observed from Cedar Street in Owosso, Michigan on 25-July-2009.

Train Festival - Nickel Plate 765
Shortly after cutting off the All-Day Excursion, the 765 waited its turn on the turntable at Owosso on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - Turntable Line
Little River Railroad #110 and Nickel Plate #765 waited for the turntable at Owosso, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - Little River #110
The Little River Railroad's diminutive Pacific #110 moved forward onto the turntable in Owosso, Michigan on 26-July-2009

Train Festival - Little River #110
Little River Railroad #110 took a ride on the turntable at the Steam Railroading Institute in Owosso on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - Little River #110
The turntable moved Little River #110 toward the ash pan track after its final excursion on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - Little River #110
Little River Railroad #110 enjoyed its ride on the turntable toward the ash pan track in Owosso on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - Little River #110
The 1911-built Little River Railroad #110 took a spin on the Owosso, Michigan turntable on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - Little River #110
Originally from the Smoky Mountains of Tennessee, Little River #110 approached its track in Owosso on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - Little River #110
Its ride on the turntable complete, Little River Railroad #110 backed onto the ash pit track in Owosso on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - Little River #110
Once more, Little River Railroad #110 took its turn on the ash pit track in Owosso, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Train Festival - Daylight #4449
At 6 pm, Daylight #4449 would start a whistle blow-off to end the Train Festival in Owosso, Michigan on 26-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The tower at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan replicated Philadelphia's Independence Hall on 23-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A typical wing of the Henry Ford Museum was observed in Dearborn, Michigan on 23-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The entrance to the Henry Ford Museum inside the building was photographed on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
Thomas Edison's signature and Luther Burbank's shovel were used to create this 1927 centerpiece seen on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A DC-3 once owned by Northwest Airlines was on display at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The front of the Chesapeake & Ohio "Allegheny" 2-6-6-6 locomotive was seen at the Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The (estimated) 7,500-horsepower "Allegheny" steam locomotive was on display at the Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The cab of the Chesapeake & Ohio "Allegheny" locomotive was being explored at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The engineer's view from the cab of the "Allegheny" locomotive showed the restricted field of vision on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The section of the "Allegheny"'s tender devoted to coal was pictured at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A replica of the "DeWitt Clinton," the 1831 locomotive for the Mohawk & Hudson and third in the US, on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A 1929 replica of George Stephenson's 1829 "Rocket" locomotive was seen at the Henry Ford Museum in 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
An 1858 Rogers 4-4-0 locomotive had been used in 1929 on a train to the opening of the Henry Ford, seen 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
This small 0-4-0T locomotive had been built by Davenport in 1922 for the Wayne County Road Commission, seen 27-July-2009

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A 1909 "Drag Consolidation" 2-8-0 had been built for the Bessemer & Lake Erie, observed at the Henry Ford on 27-July-200

Dearborn - Ford Museum
Bessemer & Lake Erie "Drag Consolidation" #154 had been retired in 1954 and was at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009

Dearborn - Ford Museum
Ingersoll-Rand #90, a 1926 locomotive called the first commercial diesel-electric, was at the Henry Ford on 27-July-2009

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The 1921 private car "Fair Lane" had been used by Henry Ford and was part of the museum collection on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A 1923 Canadian Pacific snowplow built at the Angus Shops was at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
An 1885 "Buckboard" or four-wheeled wagon was observed at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A horse-drawn "Hansom Cab" from 1885 was on display at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A classic "Concord Coach" from 1865, known as a "cradle on wheels" was observed at the Henry Ford on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A 1902-era "Brougham"-type coach used by President Teddy Roosevelt was on display at the Henry Ford on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A 1921 popcorn cart fit right in with the antique wagons at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A 1921 mail wagon from the United States showed the pre-motorized vehicles used, seen on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The first Henry Ford motorized vehicle, the 1896 Quadricycle, was on display at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The 1902 "#999" racing vehicle, famously driven by Barney Oldfield, was at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
Ford's 1906 "Old 16" was the first American winner of the Vanderbilt Cup in 1908, still operational on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A 1923 Model T was exploded to show all of its parts at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A 1912 Ingersoll Milling Machine was part of the equipment used in the original assembly lines, seen 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The 1924 Doble steam-powered car was capable of 100 mph, seen at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A 1974 Ford C-700 truck, used by the Roadway company, was preserved at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A 1939 Lincoln used by President Franklin D. Roosevelt was on display at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A 1950 Lincoln used by President Dwight D. Eisenhower continued the display at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The 1961 Lincoln used by President John F. Kennedy when he was shot was part of the display on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A 1972 Lincoln used by President Ronald Reagan ended the display of presidential vehicles on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The 1965 Goldenrod, holder of the wheel-driven speed record at 409.277 mph, was at the Henry Ford on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The 1952 Wienermobile, prototype for Oscar Meyer's later fleet, was on display at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The 1952 Wienermobile was observed at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A guitar owned by Rick Nielsen of the band Cheap Trick, was on display at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A 1958 Ford Ranchero used by Rick Nielsen of the band Cheap Trick was in the "Cars and Guitars" exhibit on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
ZZ Top's 1933 Ford Coupe owned by member Billy F. Gibbons was part of the "Cars and Guitars" display on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
Alice Cooper's 1939 Lincoln Zephyr replica was on display at the the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
Kid Rock's 1967 Lincoln Continental was in the "Cars and Guitars" exhibit at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
Janis Joplin's 1965 Porsche Cabriolet Super 356c was in the "Cars and Guitars" display at the Henry Ford on 27-July-2009

Dearborn - Ford Museum
Jimmy Marino's 1960 Ford Thunderbird was on display in the "Cars and Guitars" exhibit at the Henry Ford on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The 1968 Ford Mustang used in Sheryl Crow's "Steve McQueen" video was at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
Pete Townshend's 1956 Lincoln Continental used by The Who was in the "Cars and Guitars" exhibit on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
Pete Townshend's 1989 Rickenbacker, broken by accident, was in the "Cars and Guitars" exhibit on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
Roy Orbison's 1967 Corvette Stingray was in the "Cars and Guitars" exhibit at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
Elvis Presley's 1973 Cadillac was in the "Cars and Guitars" exhibit at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A major component of the Henry Ford Museum was the "100 Years of the Automobile" exhibit seen on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
A classic McDonald's sign was on display at the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The bus in which Rosa Parks refused to give up her seat in Montgomery in 1955 was at the Henry Ford on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The seat which Rosa Parks had refused to give up in the Montgomery, Alabama bus was viewed on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The interior of the 1948 GM bus, restored to its 1955 Rosa Parks condition at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The back of 1948 GM TDH-3610 "Rosa Parks" bus was viewed at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The "Dymaxion" home designed by Buckminster Fuller was on display at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The central post that held up the "Dymaxion" modular home was shown at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
Some of the utilities that hung off the center post of the "Dymaxion" home were shown at the Henry Ford on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The living room of Buckminster Fuller's "Dymaxion" house was observed at the Henry Ford Museum on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Museum
The maintenance crews at the Henry Ford Museum used this classic Ford tractor on 27-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Statue
This statue of Henry Ford was noted outside the Henry Ford Museum in Dearborn, Michigan on 23-July-2009.

Dearborn - Greenfield Village
The entrance to Greenfield Village, another component of the Henry Ford complex, was observed on 23-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Academy
The Henry Ford Academy, a charter school, was noted in Dearborn, Michigan on 23-July-2009.

Dearborn - Automotive Hall of Fame
The Automotive Hall of Fame was also located near the Henry Ford Museum as observed on 23-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Auditorium
The Ford Auditorium, used for various special events, was also located near the Henry Ford Museum on 23-July-2009.

Dearborn - Street Banner
Street banners like this one from a branch of the University of Michigan lined the streets in Dearborn on 23-July-2009.

Dearborn - Henry Ford Centennial Library
The Henry Ford Centennial Library was located off Michigan Avenue near central Dearborn, Michigan on 23-July-2009.

Dearborn - Henry Ford Centennial Library
An interesting quote from Henry Ford was found outside the Henry Ford Centennial Library on 23-July-2009.

Dearborn - Ford Global Headquarters
The global headquarters of the Ford Motor Company was noted in Dearborn, Michigan on 23-July-2009.

Dearborn - Police Station
The main police station in Dearborn, Michigan had some interesting architecture on 23-July-2009.

Dearborn - Joe Ricci Dealership
A name familiar to hydroplane fans, Joe Ricci had one of his service centers in Dearborn, Michigan on 23-July-2009.

Dearborn - Joe Ricci Dealership
Another sign announced the presence of the Joe Ricci group in Dearborn, Michigan on 23-July-2009.

Detroit - People Mover
A "People Mover" train approached the Renaissance Center in Detroit, Michigan on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Old Mariner Church
The Old Mariner Church and the entrance to the tunnel to Canada were noted from Detroit's People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Hart Plaza
Hart Plaza, along the Detroit River in Detroit, Michigan, was viewed from the People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Hart Plaza
The Michigan Labor Legacy Landmark, "Transcending" by David Barr, was noted at Hart Plaza in Detroit on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Cobo Center
The Cobo Center, a convention center in Detroit, Michigan, was viewed from the People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Cobo Arena
The Cobo Arena, slated for demolition, was viewed from Detroit, Michigan's People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Detroit Princess
The Detroit Princess cruise boat was parked along the Detroit River as viewed from the People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Windsor View
The town of Windsor, Ontario was viewed from across the the Detroit River on the Detroit People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Ambassador Bridge
The Ambassador Bridge over the Detroit River to Windsor, Ontario, was viewed from the People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - International Riverfront
The Detroit International Riverfront was observed from Detroit's People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Joe Louis Arena
The 1979-era Joe Louis Arena, home of the Detroit Red Wings, was viewed from the People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Parking Garage
A stylish parking garage connected to the Joe Louis Arena was noted from Detroit's People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Parking Garage
A view of the parking structure near the Joe Louis Arena in Detroit was obtained from the People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Fort Street
A view down Fort Street in Detroit, Michigan was obtained from the elevated People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Detroit Club
The Detroit Club, a private club building dating from 1891, was noted from the People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Westin Hotel
The Westin Hotel in Detroit, Michigan was observed from the People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Lafayette Building
The 1923-era Lafayette Building was abandoned in 1997 and was set to be demolished shortly after this 27-July-2009 view.

Detroit - Rosa Parks Transit Center
The $22.5 million Rosa Parks Transit Center had just opened on 14-July-2009, seen from the People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Leland Hotel
The Detroit Leland Hotel, considered Detroit's last operational classic hotel, was viewed on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Grand Circus Park
The five-acre Grand Circus Park, established in 1850, was located near the center of Detroit's downtown on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Opera House
The 1922-era Opera House in Detroit, Michigan was observed from the People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Comerica Park & Ford Field
Detroit's Comerica Park for baseball and Ford Field for football were observed from the People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Central United Methodist Church
The 1867-era Central United Methodist Church stood along Woodward Avenue in Detroit, Michigan on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Comerica Park & Ford Field
The scoreboard of Comerica Park, home of the Tigers, blocked the view of Ford Field, home of the Lions, on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Woodward Avenue
A view northbound on Woodward Avenue in Detroit, Michigan was obtained from the People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Comerica Park
A portion of Comerica Park, opened in 2000, was observed from the Detroit, Michigan People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Athletic Club
The 1915 Neo-Renaissance Detroit Athletic Club still housed an exclusive private organization, seen 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Lincoln Statue
A statue of Abraham Lincoln was noted near the Detroit Public Library from the People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Public Library
The 1921 Detroit Public Library had been designed by Cass Gilbert, viewed from the People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Public Library
The "Skillman Branch" of the Detroit Public Library had been renovated in 2006 and was observed on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - St. Mary's Church
The 1885-era St. Mary's Roman Catholic Church in Greektown was visible from Detroit's People Mover on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Wayne County Building
The Roman Baroque architecture of the Wayne County Building, finished in 1902, was viewed from Detroit in 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Renaissance Center
The Renaissance Center's People Mover station came into sight as the circle ride around downtown ended on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - People Mover
The People Mover continued back into the center of Detroit, Michigan on another loop on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Renaissance Center
The 1977 Renaissance Center, world headquarters of General Motors, was viewed from Jefferson Ave on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Windsor Skyline
A ship traveled down the Detroit River past the Windsor, Ontario skyline as viewed from Detroit on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Windsor Skyline
The ship passed the Caesar's Casino in Windsor, Ontario as it headed north in the Detroit River on 27-July-2009.

Detroit - Windsor Skyline
The Caesar's Casino dominated the skyline of Windsor, Ontario as viewed from Detroit, Michigan on 27-July-2009.

Windsor - Locomotive
The "Spirit of Windsor," Canadian National steam locomotive #5588, sat preserved in Windsor, Ontario on 27-July-2009.

Windsor - Locomotive
This plaque on the Windsor, Ontario waterfront explained the history of the "Spirit of Windsor" on 27-July-2009.

Windsor - Old Rail Ferry Docks
One of the docks formerly used by a rail ferry operation across the Detroit River was viewed in Windsor on 27-July-2009.

Windsor - Belle Isle Bridge
The Belle Isle (MacArthur) Bridge in Detroit was viewed from downtown Windsor, Ontario on 27-July-2009.

Windsor - Overgrown Park
The only sign of the Windsor, Ontario workers' strike were the overgrown plants in city parks seen on 27-July-2009.

Scenery - Lake St. Clair
Lake St. Clair could be viewed from the VIA Rail Canada tracks in Lakeshore, Ontario on 27-July-2009.

Scenery - Belle River Beach
A beach on Lake St. Clair at the mouth of the Belle River was noted from the train in Lakeshore, Ontario on 27-July-2009

Scenery - Marinas
Privately-owned marinas were noted near Lake St. Clair as a VIA Rail Canada train passed Lakeshore on 27-July-2009.

Scenery - Lake St. Clair
A few final views of Lake St. Clair were obtained from the train near Jeanettes Creek, Ontario on 27-July-2009.

Scenery - Glencoe Shelter
VIA Rail Canada provided only this small shelter for its passengers in Glencoe, Ontario on 27-July-2009.

Scenery - Old Glencoe Station
Meanwhile, the old Glencoe, Ontario station was restored just a few blocks away on 27-July-2009.

Scenery - Woodstock Boxcars
A string of boxcars with an interesting mural painted on them were noted at Woodstock, Ontario on 27-July-2009.

Scenery - Woodstock Boxcars
The mural on this stored boxcar looked essentially like a VIA Rail Canada LRC coach in Woodstock on 27-July-2009.

Scenery - Sunset
The sun set over the rail junction in Komoka, Ontario as observed from the train on 27-July-2009.
Autumn in Toronto, 2009

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The Beaches branch of the Toronto Public Library was designed by Eden Smith and opened in 1916, observed 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
This owl rested outside the Beaches Library in Toronto, which had books around the perimeter inside, seen 4-October-2009

Toronto - Beaches Walk
This plaque described the distinguishing characteristics of the Beaches Library in Toronto, Ontario on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The Heritage Toronto "Beach" Walk gathered outside the "Beaches" Library's west wing on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The west wing of the Beaches Library was a 2005 addition replacing an earlier expansion, seen 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
Heritage Toronto board member Alan Burton introduced the "Beach" or "Beaches" walk on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The Coles book store at Queen and Lee had previously been a Dominion Bank, which was discernible on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
This mural by Rudolf and Errol Stussi lined Lee Avenue near Queen, the former center of Kew Beach on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
A closer look at the mural to "The Beach," funded by the local business improvement area, was taken on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
Many of the landmarks of the area were featured on this part of the mural on Lee Avenue on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The "Beach Exchange" had opened in 1903 as the local central office of the Bell Telephone Company, seen 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The Heritage Toronto Beaches walk headed into Ivan Forrest Park off Queen Street East on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
Ivan Forrest Park was located in Glen Stewart Ravine, once the boundary between Kew and Balmy Beaches, on 4-October-2009

Toronto - Beaches Walk
A nice pond was observed in Ivan Forrest Park, once the border of the estate of Alan McLean Howard, seen 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
A waterfall sat in Ivan Forrest Park, also the former border of the William Stewart Darling estate on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
These two residences demonstrated a style unique to the Beaches in Toronto on Queen Street East on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The Beaches Presbyterian Church had been constructed in 1926 on Glen Manor Drive, still standing on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The cornerstone of Beaches Presbyterian Church, showing its 17-July-1926 date, was photographed on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
More of the Beaches architectural style was found at 76-78 Glen Manor Drive in Toronto on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
A variation of the architectural style was found at 66 Glen Manor Drive in Toronto on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The center cupola seemed to be a common element on the street, as seen at 52-54 Glen Manor Drive on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
A full balcony covering was also common, as demonstrated by 44-46 Glen Manor Drive on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
Pillars were central to the style of architecture, as seen on 36-38 Glen Manor Drive in Toronto on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The architecture across the street was completely different, as shown by 29 Glen Manor Drive on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The houses on Hubbard Boulevard seen 4-October-2009 had not been on the beachfront until Eastern Beaches Park was built.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk paused on "The Boardwalk," built as part of Eastern Beaches Park in 1932, on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
Walk leader Barbara Myrvold discussed the history of the Scarborough Beach Amusement Park on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk continued down "The Boardwalk," still maintained with wood planks, on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
This plaque explained the history of the Scarborough Beach Amusement Park, opened in 1902, on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The relocated Kew Beach Park Boat House, originally built in 1932, still stood along "The Beach" on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The Leuty Lifesaving Station, constructed in 1920, was the symbol of the area, appearing on its flag, on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
Lawn bowling had been a beaches activity though the grounds had been moved to this location on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The Kew Williams House had been constructed by Williams in 1902 when he married, seen on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The stones from the Kew Williams House had been "stone-hooked" from Kingston and Port Credit, seen 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The Kew Williams House had served as the gardener's residence for the Kew Gardens, observed 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
Walk leader Barbara Myrvold introduced the Kew Williams House as it had been restored by the Lions Club on 4-October-200

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The final stop on the Heritage Toronto walk was the W.D. Young Memorial Fountain in Kew Gardens seen on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Beaches Walk
This plaque described why the W.D. Young Memorial Fountain had been constructed to honor the doctor, seen 4-October-2009

Toronto - Beaches Walk
The Heritage Toronto walking season ended at the W.D. Young Memorial Fountain at Kew Gardens on 4-October-2009.

Toronto - Dog Dish
A public water dish for dogs was noted along Annette Street in Toronto, Ontario on 6-October-2009.

Toronto - Watch Cat
A cat was watching a railfan watching trains near Montgomery Road in Toronto, Ontario on 19-October-2009.

Toronto - McDonald's Moose
A moose decorated as Ronald McDonald was found outside the McDonald's offices in Toronto, Ontario on 15-October-2009.

Toronto - Kipling Station Construction
The progress in the construction at the TTC Kipling subway station in Toronto, Ontario was observed on 19-October-2009.

Toronto - Kipling Station Construction
A subway train left Kipling station as construction continued on the station grounds on 19-October-2009.

Toronto - Autumn Leaves
The 400-year old oak tree on Jane Street displayed its autumn foliage on 25-October-2009.

Toronto - Autumn Leaves
The tree that may have been seen by Etienne Brule displayed its fall colors along Jane Street on 25-October-2009.

Toronto - Autumn Leaves
A set of oak trees along Jane Street near Bloor in Toronto, Ontario showed their fall colors on 25-October-2009

Toronto - Autumn Leaves
A 400-year old oak was joined by younger trees in displaying autumn colors along Jane Street on 25-October-2009.

Toronto - Autumn Leaves
The fall colors were in view along Larkin Street in Toronto, Ontario as observed on 25-October-2009.

Toronto - Autumn Leaves
The classic Sunnybrook Drive sign in Toronto, Ontario was surrounded by autumn colors on 25-October-2009.

Toronto - Autumn Leaves
The fall colors were on display on Sunnybrook Drive in Toronto, Ontario as observed on 25-October-2009.

Toronto - Humber Autumn
The Humber Marshes in Toronto, Ontario were observed with autumn colors on the morning of 25-October-2009.

Toronto - Humber Autumn
The Humber River was calm in the Humber Marshes in Toronto, Ontario on 25-October-2009.

Toronto - Humber Autumn
A close look at the fall colors on display in the Humber Marshes in Toronto, Ontario was seen on 25-October-2009.

Toronto - White Heron
A white heron was noted fishing in the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on the morning on 25-October-2009.

Toronto - Lessard Park
Lessard Park in Toronto, Ontario was surrounded by autumn color on 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Halford Avenue
Halford Avenue, the only cobblestone street in Toronto, Ontario featured autumn colors on 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River was viewed with autumn colors all around near the Old Mill in Toronto, Ontario on 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
More fishermen were trying their luck in the Humber River downriver from the Old Mill on 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The autumn colors filled the side of the hill at B??by Point above the Humber River in Toronto on 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
B??by Point loomed above the Humber River at its oxbow near the Old Mill in Toronto, Ontario on 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
From this angle, it was easy to see the defensive advantage to settling on B??by Point, seen on 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River flowed down a weir located near B??by Point in Toronto, Ontario as seen on 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
Metal from their fire truck went into making this memorial to firefighters lost in the Humber, seen 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The autumn colors decorated the side of the Humber River along B??by Point in Toronto, Ontario on 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Humber Boulevard
A maple tree decorated Humber Boulevard in Toronto, Ontario with its autumn color on 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River flowed over another weir installed after 1954's Hurricane Hazel, seen 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The weir in the Humber River across from Warren Park in Toronto was surrounded by fall color on 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River flowed across a wide weir near the Warren Park neighborhood in Toronto on 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Humber River
The site of the old Dundas Street bridge over the Humber River, dismantled in 1954, was noted on 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Autumn
The leaves almost completely obscrured the trails through a forest along the Humber River in Toronto on 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Autumn
Fallen leaves obscured a pathway through a forest along the Humber River near Dundas in Toronto on 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Autumn
The forest above the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario was entirely covered in leaves on 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Autumn
There was enough bicycle traffic to keep this section of the path clear of leaves along the Humber on 26-October-2009.

Toronto - Autumn
The leaves were gone off the trees in the Lambton Woods on 6-November-2009, but they remained on the ground.

Toronto - Autumn
A look at the end of autumn in the Lambton Woods, with the leaves off the trees and on the ground on 6-November-2009.

Toronto - Autumn
Leaves were stacked up in the Humber River after falling from nearby trees on 6-November-2009.

Toronto - Autumn
A huge stack of leaves lined up behind a rock in the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 6-November-2009.

Toronto - Autumn
Fall colours were still hanging on at Carlton Park in Toronto, Ontario as seen on 2-November-2009.

Toronto - Autumn
The remaining fall colours remained on display at Carlton Park in Toronto, Ontario on 2-November-2009.

Toronto - West Toronto Railpath
The West Toronto Railpath, seen crossing Dupont on 2-November-2009, had just officially opened on 30-October.

Toronto - West Toronto Railpath
The far north end of the West Toronto Bikepath at Cariboo Avenue was observed on 2-November-2009.

Toronto - GO Pile Driver Sign
An update on the pile driving undertaken by GO Transit at West Toronto was shown on Osler Street on 2-November-2009.

Toronto - GO Train
GO train #254 from Bramalea, Ontario had just passed the construction site at West Toronto on 2-November-2009.

Toronto - Northlander
Ontario Northland's "Northlander" crossed the East Don River in Toronto, Ontario on 15-October-2009.

Toronto - Two Trains
Canadian National train #435 passed as Canadian Pacific train #223 went overhead in the background on 15-October-2009.

Toronto - Expressway Train
Canadian Pacific's "Expressway" train #122 crossed the Humber River in Toronto, Ontario on 18-October-2009.

Toronto - Bay Olympic Map
A map of the Olympic torch route was located at an entrance to the Hudson's Bay Company in Toronto on 4-December-2009.

Swansea Historical - Annual Meeting
Swansea Historical Society President Norm McLeod introduced a new T-Shirt at the annual meeting on 7-October-2009.

Swansea Historical - Home Made Movies
The Home Made Movie Project was introduced at the monthly meeting of the Swansea Historical Society on 7-October-2009.

Swansea Historical - Home Made Movies
Reels of films from Swansea and Toronto in general were loaded into a projector at Swansea Town Hall on 7-October-2009.

Swansea Historical - Home Made Movies
A projector donated by Jimmy Nelson was on display at the Swansea Historical Society on 7-October-2009.

Swansea Historical - Home Made Movies
A Keystone Commander projector, serial #773540 was on display at the Swansea Historical Society on 7-October-2009.

Toronto - Hurricane Hazel Night
The Toronto papers from 15- and 16-October-1954 were laid out at Hurricane Hazel night, 16-October-2009.

Toronto - Hurricane Hazel Night
The original 1954 "broadsheet" was next to a 2004 reproduction on smaller paper, observed on 16-October-2009.

Toronto - Hurricane Hazel Night
The Toronto Star's front-page coverage of Hurricane Hazel in 1954 was observed at Lambton House on 16-October-2009.

Toronto - Hurricane Hazel Night
Pictures and a story on the escape from the Rhodes business along the Humber River was on display on 16-October-2009.

Toronto - Gerard Kennedy Town Meeting
Member of Parliament Gerard Kennedy answered a question at Runnymede School during a town meeting on 17-October-2009.

Toronto - Gerard Kennedy Town Meeting
Member of Parliament Gerard Kennedy addressed the audience at a town meeting at Runnymede School on 17-October-2009.

Toronto - Cheri Dinovo
Parkdale-High Park Member of Provincial Parliament Cheri Dinovo spoke at Swansea Town Hall on 27-October-2009.

Toronto - Rosario Marchese
Trinity-Spadina Member of Provincial Parliament Rosario Marchese spoke at Swansea Town Hall on 27-October-2009.

Swansea - Terry Murray
Author Terry Murray spoke to the Swansea Historical Society about "Faces on Places" on 4-November-2009.

Toronto - Swansea School "Reading"
Noticed by Terry Murray were these "Faces" on Swansea Public School, starting with "Reading" seen on 7-November-2009.

Toronto - Swansea School "Writing"
The "Writing" decoration on Swansea Public School was sculpted by Murray Brown in 1953, seen on 7-November-2009.

Toronto - Swansea School "Arithmetic"
The "Arithmetic" decoration on Swansea Public School by Murray Brown was a "Face on a Place" seen 7-November-2009.

Toronto - Morningside-High Park Presbyterian Chuch
The Morningside-High Park Presbyterian Church was observed in the Swansea neighbourhood of Toronto on 7-November-2009.

Toronto - Church Gargoyles
Small gargoyles were located on the side of Morningside-High Park Presbyterian Church in Swansea on 7-November-2009.

Toronto - Church Gargoyles
The left-hand gargoyle featured a prominent tongue as seen on the church on 7-November-2009.

Toronto - Church Gargoyles
The left-center gargoyle featured a very wide mouth when observed on a beautiful 7-November-2009.

Toronto - Church Gargoyles
The teeth were most prominent on the right-center gargoyle on the church tower's north side on 7-November-2009.

Toronto - Church Gargoyles
Another prominent tongue was found on the right-hand gargoyle on the church's north tower on 7-November-2009.

Toronto - 20 Jerome Street
A final Terry Murray "Faces on Places" location near Swansea was 20 Jerome Street, seen 15-November-2009.

Toronto - 20 Jerome Street
20 Jerome Street was owned by the owner of a terra cotta manufacturer, observed on 15-November-2009.

Toronto - 20 Jerome Street
The crest of 20 Jerome Street in Toronto, Ontario featured this portrait on 15-November-2009.

Toronto - 20 Jerome Street
Some of the "faces on places" seen on the terra cotta 20 Jermone Street in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Toronto - Yard Sculptures
Unusual yard sculptures were found in front of 279 Windermere in Toronto, Ontario on 7-November-2009.

Toronto - Equestrian Officer
An equestrian police officer practiced in Trinity-Bellwoods Park in Toronto, Ontario on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
A group of Remembrance Day actors gathered outside Fort York in Toronto, Ontario prior to a ceremony on 11-November-2009

Toronto - Strachan Avenue Military Cemetery
The Strachan Avenue Military Cemetery in Toronto was prepared for a Remembrance Day ceremony on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Strachan Avenue Military Cemetery
The Strachan Avenue Military Cemetery had been active from 1863 to 1911, as shown on headstones on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Strachan Avenue Military Cemetery
More headstones from the Strachan Avenue Military Cemetery, said to have 200 graves, were seen on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Strachan Avenue Military Cemetery
Restored since 1922, some of the headstones at the Strachan Avenue Military Cemetery were observed on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
Soldiers in World War I-era costumes entered the Remembrance Day ceremonies at Fort York on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
The Colour Guard entered the Strachan Avenue Military Cemetery to start Remembrance Day ceremonies on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
Active members of the Canadian Forces attended the Remembrance Day ceremony at Fort York on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
Richard Haynes of the Fort York National Historical Site introduced the Remembrance Day ceremony on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
The Reverend Dr. John D. Hartley led the Remembrance Day Ceremonies at Fort York in Toronto on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
The Canadian flag prepared to be lowered during Remembrance Day ceremonies at Fort York on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
The wreaths laid at the Remembrance Day ceremony outside Fort York in Toronto were observed on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
The recession from the Remembrance Day ceremony at Strachan Avenue Military Cemetery started on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
The World War-I era costumed soldiers left the Strachan Avenue Military Cemetery on Remembrance Day, 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
The recessional exited the Strachan Avenue Military Cemetery outside Fort York in Toronto, Ontario on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
A wide view of the recessional leaving the Strachan Avenue Military Cemetery was seen on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
The Colour Guard exited the Strachan Avenue Military Cemetery after Remembrance Day ceremonies on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
The Colour Guard passed the line of soldiers outside the Strachan Avenue Military Cemetery on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
The end of the recessional was observed outside the Strachan Avenue Military Cemetery on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Remembrance Day
With Remembrance Day ceremonies complete, the line of soldiers headed back toward Fort York on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The Bathurst Street entrance to the Fort York National Historic Site in Toronto was observed on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
Like these gates, the appearance of Fort York had been largely restored to its 1813 appearance on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
This official historical plaque was found inside Fort York on Remembrance Day, 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The CN Tower loomed in the distance above the Fort York National Historic Site as observed on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
A cannon guarded the most vulnerable, west side of Fort York in Toronto, Ontario on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The British flag in use from 1606 to 1800 flew over Fort York in Toronto, Ontario on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
A cannon watched the vulnerable west side of Fort York in Toronto, Ontario on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
Two slots for cannons, only one in use, were noted on the north side of Fort York on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The same slots were viewed from the outside of Fort York's north side in Toronto on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
A well was located on the southern portion of the Fort York National Historic Site in Toronto on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The entrance to the Stone Powder Magazine, constructed in 1815, was observed at Fort York on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The interior of the Stone Powder Magazine was observed, completely devoid of gunpowder, on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The soldiers' barracks were observed from a distance inside Fort York in Toronto, Ontario on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The interior of the soldiers' barracks was observed during a tour of Fort York on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
Matt from the Fort York staff demonstrated the bayonet used during the War of 1812 era on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
Soldiers were in theory assigned two to each bunk in the soldiers' barracks at Fort York seen on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
A period notice about alcohol was noted in the soldiers' barracks at Fort York in Toronto, Ontario on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The Officers' Quarters were located in this building inside Fort York in Toronto, Ontario on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The inside of the Officers' Quarters were a stark contrast to the barracks as observed on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
A bear skin was prominent in an officer's bedroom located in the officers' quarter at Fort York on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The officers had their own space for personal dining and tea as observed at Fort York on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
An officer's desk was observed inside the Officers' Quarters at Fort York on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
This stove was typical of the period amenities in the Officers' Quarters at Fort York in Toronto on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
Another officer's bedroom was noted in the Officers' Quarters at Fort York in Toronto on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
In contrast to the officer's room, a servant both slept and cooked in this room photographed on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The lounge inside the Officers' Quarters provided a place for entertainment, seen on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The Mess Hall was located in the Officers' Quarters at Fort York in Toronto, Ontario on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The "cellarette" stored wine in the Mess Hall of the Officers' Quarters at Fort York, seen on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
A portrait of King George IV was on the wall of the Mess Hall in the Officers' Quarters at Fort York on 11-November-2009

Toronto - Fort York
The kitchen table at the upstairs kitchen in the Officers' Quarters was in active use on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
Biscuits were being cooked in the kitchen at Fort York in Toronto, Ontario on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The biscuits were checked on the fire in the kitchen at Fort York in Toronto, Ontario on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
Cookware appropriate for the 1812 era was observed in the kitchen at Fort York in Toronto on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
An oven was located in the wall of the upstairs kitchen along with plates and basins at Fort York on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The main kitchen had once been located in this portion of the basement of the Officers' Quarters, seen 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The basement of the Officers' Quarters had been the site of an archeological dig, observed on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The entrance to the money vault in the basement of the Officers' Quarters was observed on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The quite small interior of the money vault in the basement of the Officers' Quarters was seen on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
A portion of the basement ceiling in the Fort York Officers' Quarters revealed construction details on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
The Brick Magazine, constructed in 1814, was used mostly as a weapons storage facility, seen 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
Block House #2, constructed as the fort was rebuilt in 1813, was observed at Fort York in Toronto on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
A portion of the interior of Block House #2 at Fort York included a variety of exhibits on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Fort York
A musical instrument called the "serpent" was observed in the displays at Fort York in Toronto on 11-November-2009.

Toronto - Linux Caffe
An inflatable penguin was found outside the Linux Caffe on Harbord Street in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Toronto - Dundas Bridge Progress
The southern half of the Dundas Street bridge over the Humber River was almost ready for surfacing on 16-November-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Carlu
The Carlu, opened in 1930 as Eaton's Seventh Floor, was the venue for Heritage Toronto's annual awards on 13-October-200

Heritage Toronto - Mary Ito
Mary Ito of the CBC served as the host for the 35th Annual Heritage Toronto Awards on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Carlu
Chair Peter Ortved and host Mary Ito flanked the stage at the Carlu before the annual Awards on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Peter Ortved
Heritage Toronto Board Chairman Peter Ortved introduced the 35th Annual Heritage Toronto Awards on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Community Heritage
Geoff Geduld of the North York Historical Society accepted a Community Heritage Award on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Community Heritage
Peter Hamiwka of the Revue Film Society accepted a Community Heritage Award from Heritage Toronto on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Media
Greg Schultz of the West Toronto Junction Fire Station 1 accepted a Heritage Toronto Media award on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Media
Laurie Caron of the New Toronto Historical Society accepted a Heritage Toronto Media award on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Books
Publisher Kirk Howard accepted a Heritage Toronto Book Award for "Toronto: The Way We Were" on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Books
Author Sally Gibson and publisher Jamie Goad accepted a Book Award for "Toronto's Distillery District" on 13-October-200

Heritage Toronto - Books
Author Mark Osbaldeston and publisher Kirk Howard accepted a Book Award for "Unbuilt Toronto" on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Books
Editor Ronald F. Williamson and publisher Diane Young accepted an award for the "First 12,000 Years" on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Books
Publisher Corina Eberle accepted a Book Award for Derek Hayes' "Historical Atlas of Toronto" on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - William Greer Award
Micheal Moxaam accepted a William Greer Award for the McGregor Hosiery Mills restoration on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - William Greer Award
Sandra Langlands accepted an award for the Gerstein Reading Room at the University of Toronto on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - William Greer Award
Anne Bailey of Toronto Libraries accepted an award for the Dufferin St. Clair Library restoration on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - William Greer Award
Gordon Lok of Toronto Cultural Services accepted a William Greer Award from Heritage Toronto on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - William Greer Award
Gordon Lok accepted an award for the Scottish Tower and Garden Wall at Casa Loma on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - William Greer Award
Sister Blaise of the Felician Franciscan Sisters accepted an award for the Leadlay House-Tau House on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Members Award
Peter Hamiwka and Jason Crowtz accepted the Member's Choice Award for the Revue Cinema on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Members Award
Peter Hamiwka and Jason Crowtz of the Revue Cinema posed with the dignitaries on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Members Award
Jason Crowtz exchanged words with Mayor David Miller on stage at the Carlu on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Torotno - Shawn Micallef
Shawn Micallef of Spacing Magazine introduced the Special Achievement Award at the Carlu on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Stephen A. Otto
Special Achievement Award winner Stephen A. Otto walked across the stage at the Heritage Toronto Awards on 13-October-20

Heritage Toronto - Stephen A. Otto
Mayor David Miller, Stephen A. Otto, and Board Chair Peter Ortved posed at the Heritage Toronto Awards on 13-October-200

Heritage Toronto - Stephen A. Otto
Special Achievement Award winner Stephen A. Otto spoke about his favorite topic, Fort York, on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - David Miller
Toronto Mayor David Miller announced an intention to make Old City Hall a city museum on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - David Miller
Toronto Mayor David Miller spoke at the 35th Annual Heritage Toronto Awards at the Carlu on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Albert Schultz
Actor Albert Schultz served as the host of the "Great Toronto Roast" at the Heritage Toronto event on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Kwan Ho Tse
Albert Schultz talked to Kwan Ho Tse about his short film "Time" just shown at the Carlu on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - David Crombie
Former mayor David Crombie told stories about his time as "Your Worship" at the "Great Toronto Roast" on 13-October-2009

Heritage Toronto - David Crombie
Former mayor David Crombie complimented the present mayor during his speech at the Carlu on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Dennis Lee
Poet and children's book author Dennis Lee told stories at the "Great Toronto Roast" at the Carlu on 13-October-2009

Heritage Toronto - Dennis Lee
Author and poet Dennis Lee paid tribute to the city at the Heritage Toronto "Great Toronto Roast" on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Second City
The Second City comedy troupe contributed a skit about garbage to the "Great Toronto Roast" on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Second City
Raccoons from the Second City prepared to attack a garbage can in the "Great Toronto Roast" on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Second City
The Raccoons from the Second City enjoyed the garbage during the "Great Toronto Roast" on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - d'bi.young
d'bi.young performed at the Heritage Toronto "Great Toronto Roast" at the Carlu on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - d'bi.young
Playwright d'bi.young acted out her toast to the city of Toronto, Ontario at the Carlu on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Don Harron
Comedian Don Harron performed as "Valerie Rosedale" during the "Great Toronto Roast" on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Jan Wong
Journalist Jan Wong spoke about diversity and transportation at the "Great Toronto Roast" on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Freddy Proia
Comedian Freddy Proia performed at the Heritage Toronto "Great Toronto Roast" at the Carlu on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Janna Polzin
Janna Polzin of "The Sound of Music" sang "Happy Birthday" to Toronto at the Carlu on 13-October-2009.

Heritage Toronto - Great Toronto Roast
The entire cast of the Heritage Toronto "Great Toronto Roast" was on stage at the Carlu on 13-October-2009.

Toronto - CHUM Sign
The CHUM sign had been moved to Richmond and Duncan in Toronto, Ontario, seen on 5-December-2009.

Toronto - CHUM Sign
The CHUM sign shifted between "radio" and "dial" at Richmond and Duncan in Toronto, Ontario on 5-December-2009.
Holiday Scenes 2009

Santa Parade - Police
The Toronto Police Department's Mounted Unit marched in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Police
An officer from Toronto Police's Mounted Unit participated in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Police
The Toronto Police band marched down University Avenue in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Police
A drum showed off the insignia of the Toronto Police Band in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Police
A line of policemen marched down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario during the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Firemen
The Toronto Fire Department also marched in the Santa Claus Parade, carrying flags on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Canada Post
A walking mailbox picked up letters for Santa Claus during Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November 2009.

Santa Parade - Clowns
A group of clowns came down University Avenue during Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Clowns
A young clown placed a bag on his head during a break in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Train
A VIA Rail Canada-sponsored train came down University Avenue in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Train
The VIA Rail Canada-sponsored locomotive was a float in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Train
The only car in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade train carried a load of clowns on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Flags
A line of flags made their way down University Avenue in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Goose
A goose float in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade was sponsored by the Eaton Centre, seen on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Queens University Band
The Queens University Band marched down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Pyramid
The Queens University performance squad formed a human pyramid on Toronto's University Avenue on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Pyramid
The human pyramid formed by the Queens University team intentionally collapsed in Toronto on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Humpty Dumpty
Humpty Dumpty provided a platform to remind spectators of a later broadcast of the parade on Global on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Alice Float
Alice in Wonderland had a modern twist with a computer in a float seen in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Alice Float
Yahoo sponsored this Alice in Wonderland float in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Collingwood Community Band
The Collingwood, Ontario Community Band marched in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Collingwood Community Band
The Collingwood Community Band carried a row of flags down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Castle Float
Ronald McDonald rode his company's castle float in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Grimace
Grimace rode instead of walking with the McDonald's float in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Miniature Car
One of the many miniature cars worked its way down University Avenue in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Mermaid
A mermaid made her way down University Avenue with an entourage during the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Lego Float
This float consisted of larger-than-life Lego figures in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Lego Float
A pirate figure was included on the Lego float in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Lego Float
A Lego fireman was surrounded by Lego flames in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Firewomen
Firewomen walked in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario following the Lego fireman on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Ukranian Band
The Baturyn Ukranian Youth Association Band marched in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Clowns
Inverted clowns made their way down University Avenue in Toronto during the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Handy Manny Float
The Disney Channel "Handy Manny" show, produced in Toronto, had a float in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Handy Manny Float
Some of the talking tools that start in "Handy Manny" were in the parade float toolbox on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Dragon
A dragon made its way down University Avenue during the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Dragon
The head of the dragon was observed as it made its way down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Seaforth Band
The Seaforth and District All-Girls Marching Band participated in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Bear Float
Pizza Pizza sponsored this bear float in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade spotted on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Bear Float
A bear cub enjoyed a slice of pizza on the float sponsored by Pizza Pizza in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Bear Float
A bear cub tried to fish a piece of pizza from his elder during the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Riding Hood Float
An old favorite in the Santa Claus Parade was the Little Red Riding Hood float seen on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Riding Hood Float
A band performed on the front of the Little Red Riding Hood float sponsored by the Toronto Star on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Riding Hood Float
A wolf greeted Little Red Riding Hood during Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Barbie Float
The "Barbie and the Three Musketeers" float made its way down University Avenue in Toronto on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Barbie Float
Barbie's quest to become a musketeer was featured on this float in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Barbie Float
Barbie actually looked like she might have human proportions when observed in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Gingerbread Train
A gingerbread train, sponsored by Metro, made its way down University Avenue in Toronto on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Gingerbread Train
A crab joined the gingerbread man in the gingerbread train in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Gingerbread Train
The tender of the gingerbread train contained vegetables--and a fish--in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Malvern Band
The Malvern Band marched down University Avenue in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Potatoheads
The Potatohead family rode on a float sponsored by Hasbro in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Potatoheads
Mrs. Potatohead took a ride on the Hasbro float in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Crossley Band
The E.L. Crossley Secondary School Band marched down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Penguins
Penguins dominated the float sponsored by Smart Centres in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Penguins
A penguin skated on the Smart Centres float in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Rooster
A very regal rooster provided another reminder of the Global broadcast of the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Truck
A delivery truck sponsored by Sobey's trundled down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Truck
A baker drove the Sobey's delivery truck in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Sea Cadets Band
The Royal Canadian Sea Cadets Corps Quinte Band from Belleville, Ontario, marched in Toronto on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Rabbits
A group of rabbits walked down University Avenue during Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Fashion Float
A fashion float was sponsored by Yorkdale Mall in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Fashion Float
A deer and a ram modeled fashionable clothes on the Yorkdale Mall float in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Fashion Float
A moose and a fox also did modeling on the Yorkdale Mall float in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Penguins
More penguins were found on the CHFI radio float in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Penguins
Penguins formed up a band worthy of Guy Lombardo on the CHFI float in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Godiva Band
The Lady Godiva Memorial Bnad [sic] from the University of Toronto's Engineering department marched on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Godiva Band
A closer look at the Lady Godiva Memorial Bnad [sic] was obtained during the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Godiva Band
A member of the Lady Godiva Memorial Bnad [sic] wore a Lego hard hat in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Princess and the Frog
The new Disney movie the Princess and the Frog was featured on this float in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Princess and the Frog
The first black princess in a Disney movie was featured on this float in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Clifford
Clifford the Big Red Dog was found on the Scholastic-sponsored float in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Dogs
Dogs carried fire hydrants following Clifford in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Flu Sign
In a sign of the times, a sign about the flu was included in the Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Philippine Heritage Band
The Philippine Heritage Band was a fixture in Toronto's parades including the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Polar Bears
Polar bears carried fish down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario during the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Polar Bears
The famous polar bears sponsored by Coca-Cola were on this float in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Western Band
The Western University Mustang Band marched down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Hockey Band
A hockey-themed band marched down University Avenue in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Hockey Float
There had to be a hockey float, and one sponsored by Tim Horton's was in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Hockey Float
A hockey float was included in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade, sponsored by Tim Horton's on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Haliburton Band
The Haliburton Highlands Silver Flutes performed in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Sleigh Float
A rather strange-looking sleigh float was sponsored by Winners in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Sleigh Float
A sleigh float made its way down University Avenue in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Decoration Float
A float about decorating for the holidays was sponsored by Lowe's in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Decoration Float
A side view of the decoration float was taken as the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto continued on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Santo Cristo Band
The Portuguese Senhor Santo Cristo Band of Toronto performed in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Mr. Kool Aid
Mr. Kool Aid always seemed somewhat out of place in November, even in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Foods Float
A cooking and foods float sponsored by Kraft was found in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Attica Band
The Attica Senior High Band from Attica, New York marched in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Sled
An interesting sled float sponsored by Canadian Tire was hauled by a horse in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Sasquatch Float
A Sasquatch float sponsored by Allan made its way down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Sasquatch Float
The Sasquatch wanted to look to the left from the Allan float in the Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Sasquatch Cabin
Some humans stayed in a cabin, safely separated from the Sasquatch on their float on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Dragon
A dragon provided yet another reminder of the Global re-broadcast of the parade to take place later on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Bear Float
A bear made its way down University Avenue on a Sears-sponsored float in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Salvation Army Band
The Salvation Army Band performed in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade down University Avenue on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Workshop Float
The Workshop Float sponsored by Toys "R" Us came down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Burlington Band
The Burlington Teen Tour Band would be last marching band in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Walking Trees
A set of walking holiday trees walked down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Santa Float
At long last, the float carrying Santa Claus came into view during Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Rudolph
Rudolph the Red-Nose Reindeer led Santa's sleigh in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Santa Claus
Santa Claus greeted the children as the parade worked down University Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Santa Parade - Crowd
The large crowd started to disperse at the end of the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 15-November-2009.

Toronto - Holiday Tree
Toronto's official Holiday Tree was noted beside City Hall in downtown Toronto on 4-December-2009.

Toronto - Holiday Skating
The skating rink was open at Nathan Philips Square in front of Toronto's City Hall on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - The Bay Windows
The Hudson's Bay Company had unimpressive store windows in 2009, on a "Canadian Christmas" theme seen 4-December-2009.

Holiday - The Bay Windows
The most interesting window at the Hudson's Bay Company featured an antler holiday tree seen on 4-December-2009.

Toronto - Alex Ling Fountain Tree
A holiday tree decorated the Alex Ling Fountain in Toronto's Bloor West Village on 28-November-2009.

Toronto - Union Station Trees
Holiday trees decorated the Great Hall in Toronto, Ontario's Union Station on 28-November-2009.

Holiday Train - Locomotive
The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train was on display at West Toronto, Ontario on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Locomotive
Canadian Pacific AC4400CW locomotive #9815 was decorated for the holidays at West Toronto, Ontario on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Locomotive
A line of people waited to view the cab of the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train at West Toronto, Ontario on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Boxcars
Boxcars spelled out "Canadian Pacific Holiday Train," seen during the performance at West Toronto on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Boxcar
New decorations such as these snowmen and candy canes were on the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Stage
The stage car still had its door closed after the Holiday Train arrived at West Toronto, Ontario on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Stage
The stage car opened to start the Holiday Train performance at West Toronto, Ontario on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Stage
The stage was lowered and smoke started to appear on the Holiday Train at West Toronto, Ontario on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Santa
Santa Claus emerged from the smoke aboard the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train at West Toronto on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Santa
Santa Claus performed the first song in the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train performance on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Santa
Santa Claus was backed up by "The Odds" as he performed at West Toronto, Ontario on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Introductions
The show paused for introductions and a call for donations to the Daily Bread Food Bank on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Bill Saundercook
Toronto city councilperson Bill Saundercook spoke to the crowds at West Toronto, Ontario on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Trick or Eat
The University of Toronto's Trick or Eat campaign gave a donation to the Daily Bread Food Bank on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Check
The Canadian Pacific presented an oversized $5000 check to the Daily Bread Food Bank on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - The Odds
The featured act on the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train was the alternative rock group "The Odds" on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - The Odds
A side view of the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train stage was taken as "The Odds" performed on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - The Odds
"The Odds" wrapped up their montage of holiday songs at West Toronto, Ontario on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Boxcars
The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train backed over the diamonds at West Toronto, Ontario on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Boxcars
Boxcars spelled out the Canadian Pacific "Holiday Train" as it backed up at West Toronto, Ontario on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Locomotive
Canadian Pacific AC4400CW #9815 backed across the diamonds at West Toronto, Ontario on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Departure
The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train headed for its next stop at Vaughn, seen a West Toronto, Ontario on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Departure
The new "package" decorations on the side of the Holiday Train were noted departing West Toronto on 1-December-2009.

Holiday Train - Departure
Classic passenger cars brought up the rear of the Holiday Train at West Toronto, Ontario on 1-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
CBC Metro Morning host Andy Barrie pretended to levitate news reader Jill Dempsey at a live show on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
News reporter Jill Dempsey, sports reporter Scott Regehr, and traffic reporter Jim Curran lined up on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Jill Dempsey read the news during the Sounds of the Season fundraiser for the Daily Bread Food Bank on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Sports reporter Scott Regehr gave his report in front of a live Sounds of the Season audience on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Business reporter Michael Hlinka showed off his Santa tie to host Andy Barrie during the live show on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Colin Butler joined Jill Dempsey to give a live update on a story during the Sounds of the Season on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Traffic reporter Jim Curran was in his 37th year of giving traffic reports on the CBC in Toronto on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Andre Brewster led his quartet as the house band for the CBC's Sounds of the Season fundraiser on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Argentinian-Scottish singer Alejandra Ribera performed at the CBC's Sounds of the Season fundraiser on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
The Soul Influence a capella group performed during the CBC's Sounds of the Season broadcast on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Metro morning host Andy Barrie wandered through the audience taking questions during the live show on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Someone asked Andy Barrie a tough question as he walked through the audience in Toronto on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
The Toronto Mass Choir took up much of the stage in the Glenn Gould Studio in Toronto, Ontario on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Singer Matt Dusk and host Andy Barrie shared a joke as director Sonia Arab watched nervously on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
"Crooner" Matt Dusk performed at the Sounds of the Season fundraiser for the Daily Bread Food Bank on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Matt Dusk and Andy Barrie shared a laugh on the air during the CBC's Sounds of the Season broadcast on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Matt Dusk and Andy Barrie concluded their discussion after his performance on the CBC on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
New CBC World Report host Peter Armstrong spoke with Andy Barrie during the Sounds of the Season on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
The duo Digging Roots performed at the CBC's Sounds of the Season fundraiser for Daily Bread on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Andy Barrie's dog came on stage toward the end of the Metro Morning Sounds of the Season broadcast on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Daily Bread Food Bank executive director Gail Nyberg read the latest fund-raising total off her hand on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Metro Morning host Andy Barrie rose at the end of the Sounds of the Season broadcast on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
CBC Metro Morning host Andy Barrie cued the audience to start singing "Let It Snow" live on 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
The behind-the-scenes crew of Metro Morning had come on stage for the sing-a-long on 4-December-2009.

Toronto - Holiday Waterfront Ship
The pedestrian bridge on the Toronto, Ontario waterfront had been decorated as a sailing ship on 5-December-2009.

Holiday - CN Tower
The CN Tower displayed its holiday colors of red and green over Toronto, Ontario on 5-December-2009.

Holiday - CN Tower
A longer exposure time was used to capture the CN Tower's holiday colors in Toronto on 5-December-2009.

Holiday - CN Tower
The top of CN Tower was observed with its holiday colors on display early on the morning of 4-December-2009.

Holiday - CN Tower
The holiday colors at the top of the CN Tower reversed, as noted on the evening of 5-December-2009.

Holiday - Sacramento Capitol
The state capitol building in Sacramento, California was decorated for the holidays on 11-December-2009.

Holiday - Sacramento Capitol
A holiday tree stood in front of the California state capitol building in Sacramento, California on 11-December-2009.

Holiday - Sacramento Capitol
A view from the side provided a different view of the California state capitol in Sacramento on 11-December-2009.

Holiday - Sacramento Capitol
A closer look at the California state capitol was obtained at the holiday tree on 11-December-2009.

Holiday - Sacramento Westfield Plaza
The Westfield Plaza shopping center in downtown Sacramento, California had this holiday tree on 11-December-2009.

Holiday - Peace in Eugene
A building in the "hippie capitol" of Eugene, Oregon displayed a "Peace on Earth" message on 12-December-2009.

Holiday - Portland Caruthers Landing
The dock at Caruthers Landing in Portland, Oregon was decorated as a holiday tree on 12-December-2009.

Holiday - Portland Caruthers Landing
Caruthers Landing along the Willamette River in Portland, Oregon was decorated for the holidays on 12-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" was promoted by this display at Portland, Oregon's Union Station on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The Oregon Rail Heritage Foundation's Holiday Train posed at the Ross Island Bridge in Portland on 12-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
Former Southern Pacific #4449 posed on the Holiday Express at the Ross Island Bridge in Portland on 12-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The ORHF Holiday Express pulled southbound underneath the Ross Island Bridge in Portland, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "James J. Gilmore" observation car showed off its Mars light at the Ross Island Bridge on 12-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The Holiday Express rounded a curve along the Willamette River in Portland, Oregon on a rainy 12-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The Holiday Express rounded a curve in its trip to Oaks Park in Portland, Oregon 12-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
Former Southern Pacific "Daylight" #4449 posed at night on 12-December-2009 at Oaks Park in Portland, Oregon.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "James J. Gilmore" observation car posed at Oaks Park in Portland, Oregon between runs on 12-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The Oregon Rail Heritage Foundation's "Holiday Express" backed along the Willamette River on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
Former Southern Pacific #4449 accelerated the "Holiday Express" underneath the Ross Island Bridge on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" accelerated away from the Ross Island Bridge in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The steam from the Holiday Express hid the Ross Island Bridge in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
Former Southern Pacific 4-8-4 #4449 put on a show hauling the "Holiday Express" on a very cold 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
Former Southern Pacific #4449 led the "Holiday Express" along the Willamette River on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
An Oregon Pacific speeder with holiday lights ran along the Willamette River in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" was stopped at Oaks Park in Portland as viewed from across Oaks Bottom on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" backed past the rides in Oaks Park in Portland, Oregon as seen on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Daylight" locomotive backed along Oaks Bottom Wildlife Preserve in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" ran along the Oaks Bottom Wildlife Preserve in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The interior of the "James J. Gilmore" observation car was observed on the "Holiday Express" on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
Families anticipated a visit from Santa Claus on board the "Holiday Express" in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The loading platform at Oaks Park in Portland, Oregon was observed from the "Holiday Express" on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
Portland's three steam locomotives had once sat near this location in Oaks Park observed on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The Oaks Park amusement park was observed from on board the "Holiday Express" on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The tent that was the headquarters for the "Holiday Express" was observed in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
What's that on the tracks as the "Holiday Express" backed beyond the Oaks Bottom Wildlife Preserve on 13-December-2009?

Portland - Holiday Express
Not quite a reindeer, but a deer was noted along the Oregon Pacific tracks in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The deer decided to retreat from the tracks as the "Holiday Express" approached in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The deer looked comfortable in the woods along the Willamette River, seen from the "Holiday Express" on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Daylight" steam locomotive was seen as the "Holiday Express" backed around a curve on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" backed along the Springwater Trail in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The Oregon Pacific right-of-way was observed on-board the "Holiday Express" in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The Willamette River was in view as the "Holiday Express" continued its run in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
A gaggle of geese enjoyed the passage of the "Holiday Express" in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
A tent was noted along the Willamette River in Portland, Oregon from the "Holiday Express" on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The Ross Island Bridge in Portland, Oregon came into view from on board the "Holiday Express" on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The side of the "James J. Gilmore" was observed as the "Holiday Express" continued "east" on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The 1926-era Ross Island Bridge over the Willamette River was viewed aboard the "Holiday Express" on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" backed underneath the eastern approach to the Ross Island Bridge in Portland on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
A final look at the north side of the Ross Island Bridge was obtained on board the "Holiday Express" on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The steam from the "Holiday Express" obscured the approach to the Ross Island Bridge on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
Photographers were out to capture the passage of the "Holiday Express" in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The interior of the "Red River" car on board the "Holiday Express" was observed on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The interior of the Willamette & Pacific coach on the "Holiday Express" was decorated on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The interior of the "Mount Hood" lounge car was observed after Santa Claus passed on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" rounded a curve along the Willamette River on its 2 pm run on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The pond at Oaks Bottom was observed from on board the "Holiday Express" in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Daylight" 4-8-4 departed Oaks Park with the 3 pm run in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" pulled out of Oaks Park in Portland, Oregon on its hourly run on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" backed past the loading platform at Oaks Park in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" came back into sight at a curve along the Willamette River on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" ran along the Willamette River in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" disappeared into the distance as it rounded a curve in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The entire Oregon Rail Heritage Foundation "Holiday Express" rounded a curve in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" was noted backing along the Willamette River in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" accelerated forward as viewed from across the Willamette River on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The entire "Holiday Express" was in sight accelerating away from the Ross Island Bridge in Portland on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" was observed from across the Willamette River in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
An Oregon Pacific speeder with lighted reindeer was noted at Oaks Park in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Daylight" steam locomotive paused near the Ross Island Bridge in Portland in nicer weather on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" accelerated away from the Ross Island Bridge in Portland, Oregon after dark on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Cranes
A pair of construction cranes were decorated for the holidays in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" came into sight with the holiday cranes in the background in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" rounded a curve with the construction cranes in the background in Portland on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" ran along the Willamette River across from construction cranes in Portland on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" came back into sight at a curve in the tracks in Portland, Oregon after dark on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" was led by the "Daylight" locomotive at a curve in the tracks in Portland on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The Holiday Express headed back to Oaks Park in Portland, Oregon on its final trip of the year on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Holiday Express
The "Holiday Express" disappeared into the distance on its final run of the season on 13-December-2009.

Bellevue - Holiday Tree
The large Sequoia tree at 106th Ave and NE 8th Street in Bellevue, Washington was decorated on 22-December-2009.

Bellevue - Holiday Tree
This sequoia tree located year-round outside the Chase branch in Bellevue, Washington was seen on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
The entrance to the Garden D'Lights from Main Street in Bellevue, Washington was observed on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
The snail was off on its own this year at the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A snowman was noted at the bottom of a hillside in the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A snowman was a new addition to the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A holiday tree was the closest to a Christmas symbol to be found in secular Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
Inside the Winters House at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens was this snowman display on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A new snow sculpture was part of the display inside the Winters House during the Garden D'Lights on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
Some sleds looked ready for use inside the Winters House at the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
Corn plants were located outside the Winters House during the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A scarecrow protected the corn plants outside the Winters House in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
Grapevines were found near the entrance to the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington seen on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A close-up of a grape plant in the Garden D'Lights in the Bellevue Botantical Gardens was taken on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A mallard duck was noted in the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
The mallard duck was noted from another angle at the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A final look at the mallard duck was obtained in the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
The state flower of Washington state, the Rhododendron, was noted in the Garden D'Lights on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
Plants of all heights were included in the Garden D'Lights at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A squirrel sat up amongst a patch of shorter plants at the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
An orange ball rose above the Garden D'Lights at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
Flowers of all kinds made of LED's were located all around the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A look down a hillside at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens during the Garden D'Lights was taken on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A frog was reflected in a pond in the Garden D'Lights in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A complete scene was formed on a hillside with one of many butterflies in the Garden D'Lights on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
More diverse types of flowers were found in the Garden D'Lights in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
Another butterfly flew above flowers along the hillside of the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A red butterfly was almost hidden in a bush at the Garden D'Lights in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A firefly was jeopardized by the presence of an alligator in the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
The alligator had its mouth open, ready for its next prey, at the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A side view of the alligator at the Garden D'Lights in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens was taken on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A desert scene was found at the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington--not native fauna on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A wide view of the tropical scene at the Garden D'Lights in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens was taken on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
Palm Trees lit up the night at the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
The palm trees were at the center of the tropical scene at the Garden D'Light in Bellevue on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
Cacti had the holiday colors to show in the Garden D'Lights in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A set blue flowers were noted in the tropical scene of the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A parrot was partially hidden in a tree at the Garden D'Lights in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A stream ran through the Garden D'Lights in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A Gecko was found in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens during the Garden D'Lights on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A wider view of the tropical scene was taken in the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A monkey was found in a tree in the Garden D'Lights in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
The Monkey in the Garden D'Lights of the Bellevue Botanical Gardens was observed on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A broad view of the hillside at the Garden D'Lights in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens was taken on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A red flower made of LED's in the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
The aquarium scene was viewed from inside the Bellevue Botanical Gardens Visitor Center on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A close up of the aquarium scene revealed a variety of marine creatures made up of LED's on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
An octopus was located in the aquarium of the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A jellyfish was a star attraction in the aquarium of the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
The jellyfish in the Garden D'Lights aquarium at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens was closely observed on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A red fish swam through the aquarium scene in the visitor center of the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A wide view of the aquarium scene at the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington was taken on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
Fish swam amongst the plants in the aquarium scene at the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A blue and red fish was noted in the aquarium scene at the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
The fountain scene was viewed outside at the Garden D'Lights in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A swan was the focal point of the fountain scene at the Garden D'Lights in the Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A swan was noted in the fountain scene at the Garden D'Lights in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A lily pad was next to the fountain scene in the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A lone red plant was noted at the edge of the fountain scene in the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
The whole marsh scene at the Garden D'Lights in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens was seen on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
The left side of the marsh scene at the Garden D'Lights in the Bellevue Botanical Garden was seen on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
The back of the marsh scene at the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington was viewed more closely on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
The right side of the marsh scene at the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue featured another butterfly on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
A peacock displayed his plumage near a peahen in the Garden D'Lights in Bellevue, Washington on 22-December-2009.

Holiday - Garden D'Lights
One of the grapevines hanging from the walkway in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens was seen on 22-December-2009.

Bellevue - LED Poinsettia
This LED poinsettia was not in the Garden D'Lights, but at the Gleich residence in Bellevue on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Seattle Trees
The themed tree at the Sheraton in Seattle, Washington featured holiday motion pictures on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Seattle Trees
The "It's a Wonderful Life" ornament on the Sheraton's holiday tree in Seattle, Washington was seen on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
The Calison Architecture entry in the Gingerbread Village was based on the "Muppet Christmas Carol" on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
The "Muppet Christmas Carol" entry in the Gingerbread Village at the Seattle Sheraton was seen on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
The Swedish Chef was noted on the roof of the "Muppet Christmas Carol" at the Gingerbread Village on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
Sam the Eagle was also located on the roof of the "Muppet Christmas Carol" at the Gingerbread Village on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
The lower level of the "Muppet Christmas Carol" display featured "Fraggle Rock" characters on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
KMD Architects made the "Charlie Brown Christmas" display at the Gingerbread Village in Seattle on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
Inside the "Charlie Brown Christmas," cocoa puffs served as the dog food for Snoopy on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
A mailbox was part of the display at the "Charlie Brown Christmas" in the Gingerbread Village on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
A World War I ace reference was found at the rear of the "Charlie Brown Christmas" display on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
Mulvanny G2 Architecture made the "It's A Wonderful Life" display at the Gingerbread Village on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
The "It's a Wonderful Life" display took a different tact, showing the filming of the movie as seen on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
The backstage was shown in the "Its A Wonderful Life" display at the Gingerbread Village on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
Mr. Potter was ready to be wheeled into "It's A Wonderful Life" at the Gingerbread Village on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
The final scene of "It's A Wonderful Life" was black and white at the Gingerbread Village in Seattle on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
Various props for "It's A Wonderful Life" were included in the Gingerbread Village display on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
The local Master Builder's Association entered the "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" display on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
The Who's gathered around the tree in Whoville in the "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" display on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
Mount Crumpit was part of the "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" display in Gingerbread Village on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
The Grinch's sleigh and his dog Max were noted in the "How the Grinch Stole Christmas" display on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
The DLR Group and the chef at the Sheraton prepared "A Christmas Story" for the Gingerbread Village on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
A close-up of Ralph and his friend Flick with his tongue stuck were found on "A Christmas Story" on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
The side of "A Christmas Story" display at the Gingerbread Village in the Seattle Sheraton was seen on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
The rear of the "A Christmas Story" display at the Gingerbread Village in Seattle was seen on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
A broader view of the Gingerbread Village was taken at the Seattle Sheraton Hotel on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
Mithun's "Jolly Old Jack" display at the Gingerbread Village in the Seattle Sheraton was seen on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
A close-up of "Jolly Old Jack" from the "Nightmare Before Christmas" was seen at Gingerbread Village on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
Jack's dog Zero was noted in the "Jolly Old Jack" display at the Gingerbread Village in Seattle on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
4D Architects contributed this "Polar Express" display to the Gingerbread Village in Seattle on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
Inside the display was the North Pole scene from the "Polar Express" movie as seen in Seattle on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
A rear view of the "Polar Express" at the Gingerbread Village in the Seattle Sheraton was taken on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Seattle Westlake
The Holiday Tree at Westlake Center in Seattle, Washington was observed devoid of storm damage on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Seattle Westlake
The star at Macy's loomed in the background in this view of the Holiday Village at Westlake on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Seattle Westlake
The star on the downtown Seattle Macy's, dating back to Bon Marche days, was noted on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Seattle
A pair of horses and carriages made a turn at 2nd and Pike in Seattle next to a Metro trolley bus on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
Toyland Village gathered 34 LED lighted displays on Piers 57-58-59 in Seattle, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
A medieval scene was formed by these four toy displays at Pier 57 in Seattle, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
"Drum Set" was one of the sculptures by Randy Bolander on display on the Seattle waterfront on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
"Trumpet" was part of Randy Bolander's Toyland Village in Seattle, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
"Saxophone" was another musical instrument in the Toyland Village on the Seattle waterfront on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
Chuck Gleich posed in front of Randy Bolander's "Baseball Glove" at the Toyland Village on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
"Toy Rocket" was one of the 34 sculptures in the Toyland Village on the Seattle waterfront on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
The afternoon shadows highlighted "Rocking Horse" at the Toyland Village in Seattle, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
"Chess Piece" was included in Randy Bolander's Toyland Village on the Seattle waterfront on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
"Swing Set" unfortunately was not an interactive exhibit in the Toyland Village in Seattle on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
"Bicycle" was amongst the oversize toys in the Toyland Village at Piers 57-58-59 in Seattle on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
"Fire Truck" sat not far from Seattle's marine fire boats in the Toyland Village on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
"Wrapped Presents" was one of the 34 displays in the Toyland Village in Seattle, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
The shadows of the afternoon sun created a nice background for "Toy Blocks" at Toyland Village on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
"Christmas Tree" was amongst the faith-specific displays in the Toyland Village seen on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
"Dreidel" was another of the faith-specific displays at the Toyland Village in Seattle on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
The "Nutcracker" was one of the 34 sculptures by Randy Bolander in the Toyland Village in Seattle on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
"Soccer Ball" added to the sports displays at the Toyland Village on the Seattle waterfront on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
"Wagon" cast a long shadow as sunset approached at Toyland Village in Seattle, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
"Sailboat" was strangely positioned facing away from Elliott Bay in Seattle, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
Randy Bolander's "Sleigh" was located in Toyland Village on the Seattle waterfront on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
"Toy Race Car" was included in the Toyland Village display on the Seattle, Washington waterfront on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
"Village Sled" greeted visitors to the Toyland Village along the Seattle waterfront on 23-December-2009.

Holiday - Toyland Village
Lance Gleich posed with Randy Bolander's "Model Train" at the Toyland Village in Seattle on 23-December-2009.
Trip to the West Coast, Winter 2009-10

Aerial - Sun Dog
A sun dog was viewed over the wing of an American Airlines flight leaving Toronto, Ontario on 7-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
Substantial snow was found in the yard near Placerville, California, an unusual sight on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
Seven inches of snow had melted somewhat by the time this shot was taken in Placerville, California on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
Snow remained on the roofs of houses in Placerville, California as observed on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
The front of Judi Rehmann and Pauline McGrady's house near Placerville was snowed in on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
A snow globe was surprisingly joined by real snow in a neighborhood near Placerville, California on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
The sun melted noticeable amounts of snow in the three hours before another shot of the snow globe on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
Snow remained on the residential streets near Placerville, California a day after the snowfall on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
The holly plants were covered with snow near Placerville, California after an unusual storm on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
Snow covered the fields near Patterson Road in Diamond Springs, California as seen on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
Fields not used to snow, period, were seen near Patterson Road in Diamond Springs, California on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
One of many downed trees was noted along Patterson Road in Diamond Springs, California on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
A scrub jay ran along a fence to avoid the snow in Diamond Springs, California on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
This apparent pile of snow covered a bush along Patterson Road in Diamond Springs, California on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
Broken snow chains hung from a stop sign in Diamond Springs, California on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
A rental Kia Soul was still parked on 8-December-2009 where it had come after a trip through the snow.

Placerville - Snow
A bird enjoyed the snow piled up in the fields around Diamond Springs, California on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
An oak tree still had a sprinkling of snow on its branches in Diamond Springs, California on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
Snow covered the normally-dirt lane of Crystal Drive in Diamond Springs, California on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
Snow covered a post along Crystal Drive in Diamond Springs, California on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
Snow lined the hillside in Diamond Springs, California about two days after the peak of the snowfall, 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
A serene rural scene had been created by the snowfall outside Placerville, California on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
Snow had created an interesting scene around this garbage in Diamond Springs, California on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
A panorama view toward downtown Placerville, California was obtained from Diamond Springs on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
A pond had frozen over near Crystal Drive in Diamond Springs, California on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
The water tower near Diamond Springs, California, could be seen rising above the snow in the distance on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
A logging truck seemed less out-of-place in the snow on Cash Boy Drive in Diamond Springs, California on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
Water in the drain had been frozen in a rare event in Diamond Springs, California on 8-December-2009.

Placerville - Snow
A Chevrolet Caprice still had its complete snowfall on top in Diamond Springs, California on 8-December-2009.

Roseville - Yard Sign
This sign greeted employees and visitors to the Union Pacific railroad yard in Roseville, California on 9-December-2009.

Roseville - Jackrabbit
A jackrabbit was apparently part of the security at the Union Pacific yard in Roseville, California on 9-December-2009.

Placerville - Judi & Pauline
Judi Rehmann and Pauline McGrady were seated in their home in Diamond Springs, California on 11-December-2009.

Placerville - Pauline
Pauline McGrady modeled her new winter hat at her home in Diamond Springs, California on 11-December-2009.

Placerville - Iron
An old iron, genuinely made of iron, served as a door stop in Diamond Springs, California on 11-December-2009.

Placerville - Lance & Pauline
Lance Gleich and Pauline McGrady posed at her home in Diamond Springs, California on 11-December-2009.

Sacramento - Crest Theater
The Crest Theater on K Street in Sacramento, California was observed after dark on 11-December-2009.

Sacramento - Crest Theater
The marquee of the Crest Theater changed colors between red and white in Sacramento, California on 11-December-2009.

Sacramento - Crest Theater
The Crest Theater had been opened in 1912 as the Empress Theater and was later the Hippodrome, seen 11-December-2009.

Sacramento - Amtrak Station
The 1925 Southern Pacific station in Sacramento, California still maintained this mural on 11-December-2009.

Sacramento - Locomotive
An Amtrak California locomotive posed outside the Sacramento, California station late on 11-December-2009.

Scenery - Coast Starlight
The rear of Amtrak's Coast Starlight was observed at Klamath Falls, Oregon, on time on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Coast Starlight
Amtrak's Coast Starlight sat at the depot in Klamath Falls, Oregon during its scheduled stop on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Klamath Lake
Klamath Lake was frozen over and appeared like a white field as viewed near Algoma, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Klamath Lake
The ice that covered Klamath Lake was readily visible from the Coast Starlight near Algoma, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Klamath Lake
The north end of the Klamath Lake was observed near Modoc Point, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Modoc Point
A view to the east near Modoc Point, Oregon showed fields looking much like the lake on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Crescent Lake
The railroad siding at Crescent Lake, Oregon was almost completely buried in snow on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Crescent Lake
A railroad wye at Crescent Lake, Oregon was covered in snow when seen from a passing train on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Odell Lake
Odell Lake near the rail summit of the Cascade Mountains in Oregon was seen from the Coast Starlight on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Odell Lake
Another winter view of Odell Lake, Oregon was obtained from the Amtrak Coast Starlight on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Odell Lake
Odell Lake was the last significant body of water along the tracks east of Cascade Summit, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Abernethy
On the other side of Cascade Summit, a view toward the valley below was taken at Abernethy, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Abernethy
Views of the Salt Creek Valley below came into sight at Abernethy, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Abernethy
A small pond was noted along the tracks seen from the Coast Starlight near Abernethy, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Mount David Douglas
Mount David Douglas and its 6253 feet height was seen from across the valley near Abernethy, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Cruzatte
The view at Cruzatte, Oregon included fog in the Salt Creek Valley below on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Cruzatte
A significant fog obscured the views below Cruzatte, Oregon as seen from the Coast Starlight on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Mount David Douglas
A view of Mount David Douglas was obtained from a lower elevation near Cruzatte, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Salt Creek
The tracks crossed the South Fork of Salt Creek on a high bridge near Cruzatte, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Cruzatte
Amtrak's Coast Starlight was noted rounding a curve west of Cruzatte, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Frazier Slide
The 2008 slide area at Frazier, Oregon was still very obvious when traversed by the Coast Starlight on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Frazier Slide
A look down the Frazier, Oregon slide area was obtained aboard the Amtrak Coast Starlight on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Frazier Slide
A look back up at the Frazier slide was observed aboard the train at Wicopee, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Salt Creek
A view toward the Cascade Mountains was taken as the train crossed Salt Creek near Heather, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Salmon Creek
A view toward the mountains was obtained as the train crossed Salmon Creek near Oakridge, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Lookout Point Reservoir
The Willamette River did not look like a reservoir near Lookout, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Lookout Point Reservoir
Another view of what was normally Lookout Point Reservoir was obtained near Lookout, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Lookout Point Reservoir
The low level of the Lookout Point Reservoir was observed as the train proceeded west on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Lookout Point Reservoir
Another view of the Lookout Point Reservoir was taken near Hampton, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Lookout Point Reservoir
The Lookout Point Reservoir was low even for an early winter scene near Hampton, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Lookout Point Reservoir
There was virtually no water visible in the Lookout Point Reservoir near Hampton, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Lookout Point Reservoir
Another view of the low water in Lookout Point Reservoir was taken near Hampton, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Lookout Point Reservoir
The Willamette River channel continued to flow at the base of Lookout Point Reservoir on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Lookout Point Reservoir
The channel of the Willamette River was almost invisible in the Lookout Point Reservoir near Hampton on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Lookout Point Reservoir
Substantial water was visible farther to the west in the Lookout Point Reservoir near Minnow, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Lookout Point Reservoir
More of the low level of the Lookout Point Reservoir was observed near Minnow, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Lookout Point Reservoir
A cove in the Lookout Point Reservoir was especially interesting in appearance at low level on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Lookout Point Reservoir
A portion of the partially-filled Lookout Point Reservoir was noted near Minnow, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Lookout Point Reservoir
A lot of mud was noted in the Lookout Point Reservoir near Minnow, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Lookout Point Dam
Amtrak's Coast Starlight passed the Lookout Point Dam on the Middle Fork of the Willamette River on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Willamette River
The Middle Fork of the Willamette River was observed near Jasper, Oregon from the Coast Starlight on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Willamette River
The side channel of the Willamette River was observed as the train crossed it at Harrisburg, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Willamette River
The main channel of the Willamette River was observed to the east at Harrisburg, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Scenery - Willamette River
The Willamette River was observed as the train crossed back to the west bank in Portland, Oregon on 12-December-2009.

Portland - Union Station
Amtrak's Coast Starlight sat at Union Station in Portland, Oregon after its arrival on 12-December-2009.

Portland - Willamette River
Morning fog made the Columbia Gorge excursion boat almost disappear in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Oaks Bottom
A variety of ducks swam around at the Oaks Bottom Wildlife Preserve in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

Portland - Oaks Bottom
Ducks enjoyed the quietude of the Oaks Bottom Wildlife Preserve in Portland, Oregon on 13-December-2009.

WES - Beaverton
A Westside Express Service (WES) train prepared to depart Beaverton, Oregon on 14-December-2009.

WES - Interior
The interior of the WES diesel multiple-unit equipment was observed at Beaverton, Oregon on 14-December-2009.

WES - Tigard Art
Manipulable art was part of the WES station platform at Tigard, Oregon on 14-December-2009.

WES - Wilsonville
The parking lot at Wilsonville, Oregon was typical of the lots along the WES line on 14-December-2009.

WES - Wilsonville
The morning sun shone on the WES train during its layover in Wilsonville, Oregon on 14-December-2009.

WES - Wilsonville
Movable station art was also noted on the platform at the WES station in Wilsonville, Oregon on 14-December-2009.

WES - Wilsonville
Former Alaska Railroad RDC's served as backup equipment for WES at Wilsonville, Oregon on 14-December-2009.

WES - Pond
Scenery seen from the WES train included this pond near Tualatin, Oregon on 14-December-2009.

WES - Beaverton
The WES train rested at Beaverton, Oregon after making its round trip to Wilsonville on 14-December-2009.

MAX - New Cars
A Siemens Type 4 light rail vehicle was in a Metropolitan Area Express (MAX) train at Beaverton on 14-December-2009.

MAX - New Cars
The interior of the MAX Type 4 cars (Siemens S70 design) was noted while riding a Red Line train on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Central Library
The 1903-built Central Library in Portland, Oregon was observed from the SW 11th Ave side on 14-December-2009.

Portland - 4T Sign
A sign describing the 4T (Trolley, Tram, Trail and Train) Tour was found in Portland, Oregon on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Streetcar
A Czech-built Portland Streetcar approached the Central Library station stop on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
The Portland Tram descended to its lower station at the South Waterfront on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
A Portland Tram eased into its lower station at the South Waterfront station on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
Shipyards came into view as Portland Tram started its trip up to Marquam Hill on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
The South Waterfront station was observed as the Portland Tram left it behind on its uphill journey on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
A tugboat headed down the Willamette River at the Ross Island Bridge as viewed from the Portland Tram on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
The streetcar station at Moody and Gibbs was observed from above on the Portland Tram on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
The skyline of downtown Portland, Oregon came into view from the Portland Tram on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
Interstate 5 was observed from the Portland Tram as it continued its 500 foot ascent on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
The view broadened as the Portland Tram continued its climb to Marquam Hill on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
The descending Portland Tram was noted from the ascending tram high above the city on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
The view was noted near the halfway point of the Portland Tram trip to Marquam Hill on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
The view from the Oregon Health & Science University at the top of the Portland Tram was enjoyed on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
The I-5/I-405 interchange in Portland, Oregon was viewed from atop Marquam Hill on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
The view toward Portland, Oregon's Rose Quarter was observed from Marquam Hill on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
A meet between the two trams was observed from the top station on Marquam Hill on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
Some of the mechanism of the Portland Tram was observed at the Oregon Health & Science University on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
A nice view of downtown Portland, Oregon was obtained as the Portland Tram descended on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
The Fremont Bridge was visible in the distance as the Portland Tram descended on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
The Convention Center in Portland, Oregon's Rose Quarter was observed from the Portland Tram on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
Another view of downtown Portland, Oregon was observed from the descending Portland Tram on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
A look down the Willamette River toward the Rose Quarter was obtained from the Portland Tram on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
The Naito Parkway, once the main route out of town to the south, was seen from the Portland Tram on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
The Marquam Bridge which carries I-5 across the Willamette River in Portland, Oregon was observed on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
A final view of the Portland skyline was taken from the descending Portland Tram on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
A view of I-5 to the north toward the I-405 interchange was taken from the Portland Tram on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Tram
A final view back up toward Marquam Hill was taken from the Portland Tram at the lower station on 14-December-2009.

Portland - Streetcar
The Portland Streetcar awaited departure time from the OSHU Center in Portland, Oregon on 14-December-2009.

MAX - Green Line
A MAX light rail vehicle prepared to depart Portland State University station on the new Green Line on 14-December-2009.

MAX - Green Line
South from the Gateway Transit Center, the new Green Line follows I-205 as observed on 14-December-2009.

MAX - Green Line
Art is prominent all along the Green Line, including these fences at the Division Street station on 14-December-2009.

MAX - Green Line
A nice view to the west was obtained as the Green Line crossed high above Powell Boulevard on 14-December-2009.

MAX - Green Line
More interesting art was noted at the Holgate Boulevard station on the MAX Green Line on 14-December-2009.

MAX - Green Line
Flower decorations were found at the Foster Road station on the MAX Green Line as experienced on 14-December-2009.

MAX - Green Line
The destination of the Green Line, Clackamas Town Center mall came into view on 14-December-2009.

MAX - Green Line
The end of the MAX tracks at the Clackamas Town Center station was captured on 14-December-2009.

MAX - Green Line
A Type 2 light rail vehicle prepared to depart Clackamas Town Center station on 14-December-2009.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough Nature Park
The water levels on the Mercer Slough were quite low when observed in Bellevue, Washington on 17-December-2009.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough Nature Park
Low water levels were observed at the Sweyolocken Boat Launch in the Mercer Slough Nature Park on 17-December-2009.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough Nature Park
Chuck Gleich posed on the dock at the Sweyolocken Boat Launch in Bellevue, Washington on 17-December-2009.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough Nature Park
A cove normally filled with water was nearly dry in the Mercer Slough Nature Park in Bellevue on 17-December-2009.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough Nature Park
The flood gauge was not even wet in the Mercer Slough Nature Park in Bellevue, Washington on 17-December-2009.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough Nature Park
A goshawk was noted in a tree in the Mercer Slough Nature Park in Bellevue, Washington on 17-December-2009.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough Nature Park
The goshawk had moved to a better position in the Mercer Slough Nature Park in Bellevue on 17-December-2009.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough Nature Park
The goshawk kept his back to the observers on the trail in the Mercer Slough Nature Park on 17-December-2009.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough Nature Park
The goshawk took to flight at the Mercer Slough Nature Park in Bellevue, Washington on 17-December-2009.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough Nature Park
A look to the south along the Mercer Slough was obtained on a typical winter day in Bellevue, 17-December-2009.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough Nature Park
A black and white Baffin duck swam down the Mercer Slough in Bellevue, Washington on 17-December-2009.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough Nature Park
A pair of American black ducks enjoyed the Mercer Slough in Bellevue, Washington on 17-December-2009.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough Nature Park
A Great Blue Heron stood on a bridge at the Mercer Slough Nature Park in Bellevue, Washington on 17-December-2009.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough Nature Park
The Great Blue Heron walked off the bridge in the blueberry fields of Mercer Slough Nature Park on 17-December-2009.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough Nature Park
The Great Blue Heron walked off into the blueberry plants at the Mercer Slough Nature Park on 17-December-2009.

Bellevue - Stream Sign
A new set of these signs were noted posted near storm drains in Bellevue, Washington on 17-December-2009.

Bellevue - Guide Sign
One of the new guide signs in Bellevue, Washington was noted near Main Street and 112th Avenue on 22-December-2009.

Bellevue - The Bravern
The 110th Avenue entrance to Bellevue, Washington's new strangely-outdoor Bravern mall was noted on 22-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - International Station
A Sound Transit Link Light Rail train pulled into the International District station in Seattle on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Qwest Field
Qwest Field in Seattle, Washington--the football stadium--was viewed from a passing light rail train on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Safeco Field
Safeco Field in Seattle, Washington--the baseball stadium--was also viewed from a light rail train on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Urban Arts Corridor
A variety of murals made up the Urban Arts Corridor in the SoDo district of Seattle on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Sodo Station
The Sodo light rail station in Seattle, Washington was viewed during a station stop on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Urban Arts Corridor
"OK Yes Go" was another of the murals along the Urban Arts Corridor seen from light rail on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Urban Arts Corridor
The Starbucks headquarters loomed in the background behind the Urban Arts Corridor on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Urban Arts Corridor
My favorite mural in the Urban Arts Corridor of Seattle's SoDo district was "Vote," seen on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Maintenance Facility
A wye track was noted at the entrance to the Link light rail maintenance facility in South Seattle on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Maintenance Facility
The storage yard at the Link light rail maintenance facility was noted in Seattle on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Maintenance Facility
The Rainier Beer-inspired "Rail" sign was noted on the side of the light rail maintenance facility on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Maintenance Facility
A Loram grinder for light rail service was noted at the maintenance facility in South Seattle on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Beacon Hill Tunnel Portal
The east portal of the Beacon Hill Tunnel was noted after the light rail train exited on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Mount Baker Station
The Mount Baker station in Seattle, Washington showed some of its 1% for art displays on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Mount Baker Station
The elevated Mount Baker station in Seattle, Washington was noted from a light rail train on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Housing
New housing along M.L. King Way was spurred by the light rail train that was passing it on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Columbia City
The Columbia City station was located at ground level along M.L. King Way in Seattle on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Wall Art
Some interesting retaining wall art was found along M.L. King Way in Seattle as seen from light rail on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Houses
Houses still remained along M.L. King Way in Seattle, Washington on the light rail route on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Othello Station
The Othello station featured this artwork on the Link light rail route in Seattle, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Othello Station
A closer look at the Othello Station artwork revealed an interesting message about cars on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Safeway
This Safeway store was visible from the light rail cars on M.L. King Way in Seattle on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Community Farm
A community farm could be seen along M.L. King Way in Seattle, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - M.L. King Way
The light rail line again became elevated as the train reached the end of M.L. King Way in Seattle on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - I-5
The light rail crossed over I-5 just south of Boeing Field and the Boeing Access Road on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Railroad Tracks
The tracks also crossed the BNSF heavy rail mainline used by Sounder commuter rail on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - East Marginal Way
The light rail provided this view of East Marginal Way in Seattle, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Duwamish River
The link light rail tracks crossed the Duwamish River as they headed south for Tukwila, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Metro South Base
Metro's South Base could be viewed from the elevated light rail tracks in Tukwila, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Pond
A small pond was noted west of the light rail tracks and state route 599 in Tukwila, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Apartments
The light rail tracks were elevated well above the apartment buildings along state route 518 on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - 42nd Ave South
The light rail line cast its shadow on 42nd Ave South far below the elevated line in Tukwila on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Tukwila View
A nice view to the northeast was obtained from the elevated light rail line in Tukwila, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Tukwila Station
The interior of the Tukwila International Boulevard station was viewed during a station stop on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - International Boulevard
A view of International Boulevard to the north was noted passing high above it on a light rail train on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Airport Interchange
A look down at the airport freeway interchange at state route 518 was obtained from light rail on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Sea-Tac Tower
The 269-foot tall 2004-built tower at Sea-Tac Airport was observed from the passing light rail train on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Olympic Mountains
The Olympic Mountains were visible beyond Sea-Tac Airport as observed from the light rail train on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Sea-Tac Airport
The north satellite at Sea-Tac International Airport was noted from the light rail line on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Horizon Q400
A Horizon Airlines Q400 airplane took off from Sea-Tac Airport was viewed from a light rail train on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Airport Access Road
Traffic on the airport access road was flowing quite well on 23-December-2009 as observed from the light rail line.

Link Light Rail - Airport Terminals
The terminal building at Sea-Tac International Airport was noted from an arriving light rail train on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Sea-Tac Terminal D
An Alaska Airlines 737 was noted at Sea-Tac Airport Terminal D as the light rail train arrived on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Airport Station
The Central Link light rail train posed at Sea-Tac Airport station after completing its run on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Airport Station
A Central Link light rail train was reflected in the art at the Sea-Tac Airport station on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Airport Station
A look up toward the same art from the concourse level was taken at the Airport Station on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Airport Station
The walkway toward the terminal building at Sea-Tac Airport was taken from the light rail station on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Airport Station
The names of various tribes were listed on the artwork at the Airport light rail station on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Airport Station
The heavy-duty tracks of the Central Link light rail were noted at the Airport Station on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Sea-Tac Airport
Alaska 737-900 registration N316AS wore a special Disneyland paint scheme at Sea-Tac Airport on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Sea-Tac Airport
The footbridge over International Boulevard at the Sea-Tac Airport light rail station was noted on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Sea-Tac Airport
A Central Link light rail train approached the Airport Station past Sea-Tac Tower on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Tukwila Station
The Tukwila International Boulevard station came into sight from the returning light rail train on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Tukwila Station
A closer look at the Tukwila International Boulevard station, the former terminus, was seen on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - International Boulevard
The view down International Boulevard to the south was taken from the light rail train on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Highway 518
Link light rail provided this view of Washington highway 518 as both descended toward Tukwila on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Southcenter Mall
Southcenter Mall came into view from the Central Link light rail as it passed through Tukwila on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Southcenter Mall
A wider view of Southcenter Mall and the I-5/I-405 interchange was taken from the light rail on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - I-5
The Central Link light rail paralleled I-5 for a short distance in Tukwila, Washington as seen on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Interurban Ave
Appropriately, the light rail paralleled Interurban Ave South in Tukwila as evidenced by this sign on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Duwamish River
The light rail line again crossed the Duwamish River as it headed north toward Seattle on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - I-5
The link light rail crossed I-5 to the east side south of Boeing field in this south-facing view on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Rainier Beach
The Rainier Beach light rail station featured this interesting fruit art in Seattle, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Othello Station
This somewhat abstract art was noted at the Othello light rail station in Seattle, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Columbia City Station
The Columbia City light rail station featured this sculpture as viewed from a passing train on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Franklin High School
1920-era Franklin High School still rose above the Rainier Valley in Seattle as seen from light rail on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Franklin High School
A wider view of Rainier Avenue and Franklin High School was taken from the light rail train on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Sick's Stadium
The Sick's Stadium site in the Rainier Valley was a Lowe's Hardware Store, seen from light rail on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Seattle Skyline
The Seattle skyline came into sight as the light rail train exited the Beacon Hill Tunnel on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Seattle Skyline
The sports stadiums joined the Seattle Skyline in the view from Central Link light rail on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Sodo Sign
Each light rail station had a symbol; Sodo's symbol was an anvil for the former steel industry, seen on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Tunnel Gate
This gate structure protects the Transit Tunnel from bus entry while light rail is passing by, seen 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Couplers
The couplers between the Kinki-Sharyo light rail cars were noted in the Seattle Transit Tunnel on 23-December-2009.

Link Light Rail - Westlake Station
The Central Link light rail train rested at Westlake Station after completing its run from Sea-Tac on 23-December-2009.

Seattle - Westlake Station
Buses used the Seattle Transit Tunnel along with the light rail cars as noted at Westlake Station on 23-December-2009.

Seattle - Westlake Station
One exit from the Westlake Station in the Seattle Transit Tunnel led directly to Nordstrom's on 23-December-2009.

Seattle - Tiny Space Needle
The Space Needle in Seattle barely poked up between two condo buildings on the waterfront on 23-December-2009.

Seattle - WaMu Buildings
The buildings that once made up the Washington Mutual Bank cluster in downtown Seattle were noted on 23-December-2009.

Seattle - Alaskan Way Viaduct
A solar panel was noted on the Alaskan Way Viaduct in Seattle, Washington without an obvious purpose on 23-December-2009.

Seattle - Alaskan Way Viaduct
Wear was noted on the structure of the Alaskan Way Viaduct, slated for replacement with a tunnel on 23-December-2009.

Seattle - Alaskan Way Viaduct
A visible chunk was missing from the Alaskan Way Viaduct in Seattle, Washington as viewed from below on 23-December-2009.

Seattle - South Lake Union Streetcar
The South Lake Union Streetcar had just arrived at the Westlake Station in Seattle, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Seattle - South Lake Union Streetcar
The South Lake Union Streetcar was still displaying its southbound destination when noted on 23-December-2009.

Seattle - South Lake Union Streetcar
The South Lake Union Streetcar prepared to depart Westlake Station in Seattle, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Seattle - South Lake Union Streetcar
The South Lake Union Streetcar headed off toward Lake Union in Seattle, Washington on 23-December-2009.

Seattle - Monorail
Seattle's Monorail pulled out of the Westlake Station in Seattle, Washington going to Seattle Center on 23-December-2009.

Seattle - Monorail
These unusual signals were noted protecting the Monorail Westlake Station on 23-December-2009.

Seattle - Boeing 787
The second Boeing 787 was noted sitting at Boeing Field in Seattle after its flight from Everett on 24-December-2009.

Seattle - Tullys "T"
The one-time site of the Rainier "R" on the former brewery now had a Tully's "T" on top on 24-December-2009.

Seattle - Skyline
The Seattle skyline was observed from the ramps to Interstate 90 in Seattle, Washington on 24-December-2009.

Seattle - Skyline
The Space Needle just barely appeared at left, overshadowed by the bulk of the Seattle Skyline on 24-December-2009.

Scenery - Mount Rainier
Mount Rainier towered in the distance as viewed above Lake Washington while crossing on I-90 on 24-December-2009.

Scenery - Bellevue Glacier Peak
The skyline of Bellevue, Washington and Glacier Peak appeared to the northeast from I-90 on 24-December-2009.

Scenery - Glacier Peak
10,541 foot Glacier Peak was readily visible from the I-90 floating bridge leaving Seattle on 24-December-2009.

Bellevue - Sunset
The Olympic Mountains could be clearly viewed in the distance as sunset approached in Bellevue on 24-December-2009.

Bellevue - Sunset
The downtown Bellevue, Washington skyline was observed at sunset from Wilburton Hill on 24-December-2009.

Kirkland - Patrick and Grandsons
Patrick McGrady held his grandsons Jackson and Bennett Kvam in Kirkland, Washington on 24-December-2009.

Kirkland - Patrick and Bennett
Patrick McGrady held his youngest grandson, Bennett Kvam, in Kirkland, Washington on 24-December-2009.

Kirkland - Patrick and Bennett
Bennett Kvam tried on a hat while held by grandfather Patrick McGrady in Kirkland, Washington on 24-December-2009.

Kirkland - Patrick and Bennett
Bennett Kvam helped his grandfather Patrick McGrady open a present in Kirkland, Washington on 24-December-2009.

Kirkland - Michele and Jackson
Michele Kvam helped her son Jackson open a gift at their home in Kirkland, Washington on 24-December-2009.

Kirkland - Michele and Jackson
Jackson Kvam looked at his new glove being held by his mother Michele in Kirkland, Washington on 24-December-2009.

Kirkland - Michele and Jackson
Jackson Kvam inspected the ball that went with his glove while sitting on his mother Michele's lap on 24-December-2009.

Kirkland - Michele and Bennett
Bennett Kvam took his turn inspecting the ball and glove while in his mother Michele's lap on 24-December-2009.

Kirkland - Dale
French Bulldog Dale took refuge from the human crowds on Christmas Eve 2009 at his home in Kirkland, Washington.

Bellevue - Stockings
The stockings were hung by the chimney with care in Bellevue, Washington on the morning of 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Stockings
Chuck Gleich took down the stockings from above the fireplace in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Christmas Tree
The Christmas Tree with the gifts for the Gleich side of the family was noted in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Christmas Tree
Across the house, a second Christmas Tree gathered the gifts for the McGrady side of the family on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Christmas Tree
A third Christmas Tree in Bellevue, Washington was inspired by Charlie Brown, noted on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Kathy and Patrick
Siblings Kathy Gleich and Patrick McGrady stood in the kitchen of Kathy's Bellevue, Washington home on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Marv and Mayna
Marv Nelson and Mayna Young sat together during the McGrady family gathering in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Kyle and Krystal
Kyle and Krystal Young posed near the window during the McGrady family Christmas in Bellevue on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Christmas Dinner
Marvin Nelson, Mayna Young, Krystal Young, Kyle Young, and Patrick McGrady were eating dinner on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Christmas Dinner
Kathy Gleich, Teri Young, Marv Nelson, and Mayna Young ate Christmas dinner in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Christmas Dinner
Bruce Kvam, Tami McGrady, and Lars Stenseth enjoyed Christmas dinner in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Melissa
Melissa Daugherty was in Mexico and had to check in by phone to the family gathering on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Gunnar
Gunnar Stenseth awaited the gift exchange after dinner in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Patrick and Kelly
Patrick McGrady and Kelly Young posed during the McGrady family gathering in Bellevue on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Gift Exchange
Kathy Gleich, Patrick McGrady, and Kelly Young's family awaited the gift exchange in Bellevue on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Ty and Elizabeth
Elizabeth Young and her boyfriend Ty opened a gift exchange present as her father Kelly watched on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Mayna and Marv
Mayna Young and Marv Nelson enjoyed the gift exchange in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Kyle and Krystal
Kyle Young watched as his wife Krystal showed the gift exchange present she had just opened on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Kelly and Kyle
Kelly Young hugged his son Kyle at the gathering in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Gift Exchange
A wide view of the gift exchange during the McGrady Christmas in Bellevue, Washington was taken on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Gunnar
Gunnar Stenseth opened one of his Christmas presents in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Gunnar and Lars
Gunnar and Lars Stenseth opened presents during the Christmas celebration in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Gift Exchange
Another wide view of the other side of the room during the gift exchange in Bellevue was taken on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Michele and Bennett
Michele Kvam watched as her son Bennett reached for the stereo in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2009.

Bellevue - Michele and Bruce
Michele and Bruce Kvam were noted during one of their few moments together in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2009.

Scenery - Denny Mountain
Denny Mountain rose way above the westbound lanes of I-90 on the west side of Snoqualmie Pass on 26-December-2009.

Scenery - Kendall Peak
Kendall Peak came into view while driving over Snoqualmie Pass on I-90 in Washington state on 26-December-2009.

Scenery - Kendall Peak
The top of Kendall Peak was peeking out as viewed from I-90 on Snoqualmie Pass on 26-December-2009.

Scenery - Kendall Peak
The south side of Kendall Peak looked like less of an Alpine Mountain in the Cascades Range on 26-December-2009.

Scenery - Red Mountain
Red Mountain rose in the distance as viewed near the summit of Snoqualmie Pass, Washington on 26-December-2009.

Scenery - Guye Peak
Guye Peak was one of the more ragged peaks located near Snoqualmie Pass, Washington on 26-December-2009.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Summit
The ski slopes at Snoqualmie Summit, Washington were viewed from I-90 eastbound on 26-December-2009.

Scenery - Chikamin Peak
Chikamin Peak was viewed off in the distance from I-90 near Hyak, Washington on 26-December-2009.

Scenery - Keechelus Lake
The north end of Keechelus Lake came into view while heading east on I-90, descending Snoqualmie Pass on 26-December-2009.

Scenery - Keechelus Lake
Ice kiting was a new winter sport to observe on Keechelus Lake near Hyak, Washington on 26-December-2009.

Scenery - Keechelus Lake
More ice kiting was taking place on the frozen-over portions of Keechelus Lake on 26-December-2009.

Scenery - Keechelus Lake
The low winter water levels of Keecheuls Lake were somewhat hidden by the white snow on 26-December-2009.

Scenery - Keechelus Lake
Unusually, there was a distinct line between the iced-over and open portions of Keechelus Lake on 26-December-2009.

Scenery - Keechelus Lake
A fresh dusting of snow on the hillside and the iced-over Keechelus Lake made for a winter scene on 26-December-2009.

Scenery - Keechelus Lake
A final look at iced-over Keechelus Lake was obtained from eastbound I-90 on Snoqualmie Pass on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Gleich Gathering
Great Aunt Nan, Meri and Arne Carson, Cynthia, Kathy, and Connie Gleich were in Kennewick on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Brenna and Pat
Brenna Gleich and her great-grandmother Pat served as Santa Claus in Kennewick, Washington on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Brenna
Brenna Gleich, great-granddaughter of the home owner, opened a present in Kennewick, Washington on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Brad Brodie and Pat
Brad Gleich held his son Brodie as his grandmother Pat looked on in Kennewick, Washington on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Pat Gleich
Pat Gleich posed in her home in Kennewick, Washington during the Gleich gathering on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Brenna and Pat
Brenna and Pat Gleich looked over their presents during the Christmas celebration in Kennewick on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Pat Gleich
The matriarch of the family, Pat Gleich, models a glove she received as a gift in Kennewick on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Brenna Gleich
Brenna Gleich took to modeling her great-grandmother's gifts including these gloves on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Brenna Gleich
Brenna Gleich modeled a sweater for her great-grandmother as her aunt Cari Stalter watched on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Brenna and Pat
Brenna Gleich help Pat Gleich select her gift during the gift exchange in Kennewick on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Geno and Brenna
Geno Stalter moved his gift exchange gift with his niece Brenna in Kennewick on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Connie
Connie Gleich showed her gift exchange selection in Kennewick, Washington on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Brenna and Connie
Brenna Gleich wanted to get in on the gift exchange fun with her grandmother Connie Gleich on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Arne and Meri
Arne Carson opened a gift exchange gift as his wife Meri watched in Kennewick, Washington on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Chuck Gleich
Chuck Gleich opened a gift exchange gift in Kennewick, Washington, his sister Meri to the left on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Kathy Gleich
Kathy Gleich inspected a gift exchange present in Kennewick, Washington on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Living Room
Much of the family rested after the gift exchange in the living room at Kennewick, Washington on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Geno Cari Brad and Mike
Geno and Cari Stalter, Brad Gleich, and Mike Gleich stood in the living room in Kennewick, Washington on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Dinner
Cynthia and Brenna Gleich, Cari Statler, Chuck Gleich, and Kathy Gleich, ate Christmas dinner on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Dinner
Kathy, Brad, and Pat Gleich were noted at Christmas dinner in Kennewick, Washington on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Dinner
Arne and Meri Carson, Connie Gleich, Cynthia Gleich, and Brenna Gleich gathered for dinner on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Dinner
Geno Stalter, family friend Brandon, and Mike Gleich ate in the kitchen in Kennewick, Washington on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Geno and Cari
Geno and Cari Stalter stood together in the living room in Kennewick, Washington on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Mike and Brodie
Mike Gleich enjoyed some time with his grandson Brodie Gleich in Kennewick on 26-December-2009.

Kennewick - Kathy Lance and Chuck
Kathy, Lance, and Chuck Gleich posed in the living room in Kennewick, Washington on 27-December-2009.

Kennewick - Pat and Chuck
Pat Gleich posed with her son Chuck in her home in Kennewick, Washington on 27-December-2009.

Kennewick - Meri Pat and Arne
Meri and Arne Carson surrounded Meri's mother Pat Gleich in Kennewick, Washington on 28-December-2009.

Kennewick - Meri and Arne
Meri and Arne Carson posed in Kennewick, Washington before they drove home on 28-December-2009.

Kennewick - Mike and Pat
Mike Gleich posed with his mother Pat Gleich as he worked on her finances in Kennewick, Washington on 1-January-2010.

Kennewick - Pat and Mike
Pat Gleich posed with her son Mike in her home in Kennewick, Washington on 7-January-2010.

Kennewick - Lance and Pat
Lance Gleich and his grandmother Pat posed in her home in Kennewick, Washington on 7-January-2010.

Kennewick - Alder Street
Snow had fallen overnight on Pat Gleich's house in Kennewick, Washington as observed on 28-December-2009.

Kennewick - Alder Street
South Alder Street in Kennewick, Washington was covered in snow after an overnight shower on 28-December-2009.

Kennewick - Irrigation Ditch
In a relatively rare scene, an irrigation ditch in Kennewick, Washington was covered in snow on 28-December-2009.

Kennewick - Irrigation Ditch
The irrigation ditch covered in snow was observed from 10th Avenue in Kennewick, Washington on 28-December-2009.

Kennewick - Ben Franklin Transit
Ben Franklin Transit bus #501 was in service despite the snow on East 10th Avenue in Kennewick on 28-December-2009.

Kennewick - Red Apple Market
The Red Apple Market near 10th and Washington in Kennewick, Washington was not cleared of snow on 28-December-2009.

Kennewick - Fire Station
Kennewick Fire Department Station #1 on Auburn Street still had a coating of snow on its driveway on 28-December-2009.

Kennewick - Post Office
The Kennewick, Washington Post Office on Auburn Street was observed on a snowy 28-December-2009.

Kennewick - Senior Center
The Senior Center in Kennewick, Washington had an unusual dusting of snow on 28-December-2009.

Kennewick - Irrigation Ditch
The irrigation ditch was full of snow as observed from Auburn Street in Kennewick, Washington on 28-December-2009.

Kennewick - Dan Frost Municipal Center
The appropriately-named Dan Frost Municipal Center was covered in snow after another storm on 31-December-2009.

Kennewick - Cable Bridge
Fog and snow created a moody scene of the Cable Bridge between Kennewick and Pasco, Washington on 31-December-2009.

Kennewick - Cable Bridge
Low clouds moved in on the Cable Bridge, formally the Ed Hendler Bridge, in Kennewick, Washington on 31-December-2009.

Kennewick - Cable Bridge
The Cable Bridge was observed as a third snow storm started in Kennewick, Washington on 31-December-2009.

Kennewick - Welch's
The historic site of Welch's in Kennewick, Washington was owned by the J. Lieb Company on 31-December-2009.

Kennewick - Downtown
Kennewick Avenue in downtown Kennewick, Washington was observed on a snowy 31-December-2009.

Kennewick - Downtown Clock
The clock in downtown Kennewick, Washington was stopped with its display at noon on 31-December-2009.

Kennewick - 711 Washington
The house at 711 South Washington Street in Kennewick, Washington was decorated for the holidays on 31-December-2009.

Kennewick - Irrigation Ditch
Another irrigation ditch was full of snow as viewed from South Washington Street in Kennewick on 31-December-2009.

Kennewick - Irrigation Ditch
Melting snow created an irrigation ditch that looked closer to its intended purpose in Kennewick on 1-January-2010.

Kennewick - Eastgate Park
Eastgate Park in Kennewick, Washington remained snow-covered after three storms on 1-January-2010.

Kennewick - Benton County Fairgrounds
The Benton County Fairgrounds were far from their summer purpose under snow on 1-January-2010.

Kennewick - Horse Heaven Hills
The Horse Heaven Hills were still covered with snow as sunset approached in Kennewick, Washington on 1-January-2010.

Kennewick - Horse Heaven Hills
Jump Off Joe in the Horse Heaven Hills could be seen from Eastgate Park in Kennewick, Washington on 1-January-2010.

Kennewick - Sunset
The first sunset of the year was observed from Eastgate Park in Kennewick, Washington on 1-January-2010.

Kennewick - Hubby's Pizza
A Hubby's Pizza box was observed in Kennewick, Washington on 2-January-2010, 34 years after its opening.

Kennewick - Hubby's Pizza
A medium Hubby's Special pizza from that Kennewick, Washington restaurant was observed on 2-January-2010.

Kennewick - Hubby's Pizza
Pat Gleich enjoyed a slice of Hubby's Pizza at her home in Kennewick, Washington on 2-January-2010.

Pendleton - Depot
The former Union Pacific depot in Pendleton, Oregon, built in 1909, was photographed on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Depot
The platform at the Pendleton, Oregon depot, now a museum, saw its last scheduled train in 1997, seen 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Windmill
A classic windmill was on display at the Umatilla County Historical Society Museum in Pendleton on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Historic Cabin
A 1879 cabin relocated from Alkali Canyon was on display at the museum in Pendleton, Oregon on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Museum and Train
A Union Pacific grain train passed the historical museum in Pendleton, Oregon on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Byrd School
The Byrd School, relocated to the museum, had been constructed in 1879, pictured in Pendleton on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Wagons Ho
"Wagons Ho" was a 1992 sculpture by Michael Booth on display outside the museum in Pendleton, Oregon on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Wagons Ho
A rear view of "Wagons Ho" by Michael Booth was observed near the depot in Pendleton, Oregon on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Main Street
Main Street in Pendleton, Oregon was a decorated street even seasons away from the Roundup on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Bowman Hotel
The Bowman Hotel in Pendleton, Oregon was a 1905 Richardsonian Romanesque structured observed on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Bowman Hotel
A side view of the Bowman Hotel, now residences, was seen from Main Street in Pendleton, Oregon on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Mainstreet Cowboys
This interesting sign honoring "Mainstreet Cowboys" was found on Main Street in Pendleton, Oregon on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Rivoli Theater
The Rivoli Theater was a 1903 Classical structure in Pendleton, Oregon observed on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Medernach Building
The Medernach Building was an 1898 Italianate building on Main Street in Pendleton, Oregon on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Judd Block
The Judd Block was a 1902 Georgian structure lining Main Street in Pendleton, Oregon on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Empire Block
The Empire Block in Pendleton, Oregon was a 1907 Italianate structure observed on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Masonic Lodge
The Masonic Lodge was a 1887 Italianate structure with a mural by Roger Cooke on the side on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Columbia Hotel
The Columbia Hotel was a 1900 Italianate structure on Main Street in Pendleton, Oregon on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - First Presbyterian Church
The First Presbyterian Church in Pendleton, Oregon was a relatively new structure, built in 1936, seen 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Post Office and Court House
Pendleton, Oregon's John F. Kilkenny Post Office and Court House was a 1916 Georgian structure on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Calico Country Windows
One of the best holiday store windows I found the entire season were at Calico Country in Pendleton on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Calico Country Windows
A large snowman was part of the excellent window display at Calico Country in Pendleton, Oregon on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Calico Country Windows
Carolers were also part of the store windows at Calico Country in Pendleton, Oregon seen on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Confused Mammal
What might be best described as a confused mammal was found displayed along Main Street in Pendleton on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Hamley & Company
The Hamley Company, founded in 1883, was last expanded in 2005 and observed in Pendleton, Oregon on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Hamley & Company
Hamley & Company has been in this building in Pendleton, Oregon since 1905, observed on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Hamley & Company
The holiday display at Hamley & Company in Pendleton, Oregon was observed on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Hamley & Company
The building occupied by Hamley & Company was a 1901 Italianate structure in Pendleton, Oregon on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Seth Thomas Clock
The Seth Thomas Clock, which received a new tower in 1989, was observed in Pendleton, Oregon on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Seth Thomas Clock
The mechanism of the Seth Thomas Clock was originally constructed in 1889 and was still operating on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Rohrman Bakery
The 1890-built Rohrman Bakery building in Pendleton, Oregon contained a leather company on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - LaDow Block
The LaDow Block was an 1890 Italianate building in Pendleton, Oregon on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Carefree Building
The Carefree Building in Pendleton, Oregon had been constructed in 1881 and was observed on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Brownfield Park
Brownfield Park was located along Main Street near the Umatilla River in Pendleton, Oregon on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Umatilla River
The Umatilla River flowed through the winter state of Pendleton, Oregon on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - W.S. Bowman Building
The W.S. Bowman Building was a castle built in 1905 along the Umatilla River in Pendleton, Oregon, seen 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - First Christian Church
The First Christian Church was a 1908 Romanesque Revival structure in Pendleton, Oregon observed on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Center for the Arts
Pendleton, Oregon's Center for the Arts had been a library until 1996, observed on Main Street on 29-December-2009.

Pendleton - Center for the Arts
The Carnegie Building in Pendleton, Oregon was a 1916 Italianate structure, the Center for the Arts on 29-December-2009.

Aerial - Great Salt Lake
The Great Salt Lake came into sight from a plane on approach to Salt Lake City, Utah on 7-January-2010.

Aerial - Great Salt Lake
The south end of the Great Salt Lake near Lake Point, Utah was observed from the air on 7-January-2010.

Aerial - Wasatch Range
The snow-covered Wasatch Range of mountains east of Salt Lake City, Utah was viewed from the air on 7-January-2010.

Aerial - Wasatch Range
The Wasatch Range loomed in the distance beyond downtown Salt Lake City, Utah as observed from the air on 7-January-2010.

Scenery - Wasatch Range
The Wasatch Range loomed in the distance as observed from Salt Lake International Airport in Utah on 7-January-2010.

Scenery - Wasatch Range
The Wasatch Range formed the backdrop in this view toward downtown Salt Lake City from the airport on 7-January-2010.

Scenery - Mount Ben Lomond
Mount Ben Lomond, at 9712 feet, loomed to the north as viewed from Salt Lake International Airport on 7-January-2010.

Phoenix - Northwest Landing
A Northwest Airlines 757, soon to be Delta, was noted on approach to Phoenix Sky Harbor Airport on 8-January-2010.

Mesa - Valley Metro Bus
Valley Metro New Flyer C40LFR bus #6445 departed from the Sycamore station in Mesa, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Mesa - Light Rail End of Track
The east end of the light rail tracks was location in the middle of West Main Street in Mesa, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Mesa - Light Rail End of Track
Another view of the end of the light rail tracks in the median of West Main Street in Mesa was taken on 8-January-2010.

Mesa - Valley Metro Train
A Valley Metro light rail train was noted after its arrival at the end of the line at Sycamore station on 8-January-2010.

Mesa - Valley Metro Train
Kinki-Sharyo-built light rail car #133 was one of two cars in the train at Sycamore station in Mesa on 8-January-2010.

Mesa - Valley Metro Train
Two Valley Metro light rail trains were parked at the Sycamore station in Mesa, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Valley Metro Light Rail Interior
The low floor portion of the interior of light rail car #133 was observed at Mesa, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Valley Metro Light Rail Interior
The "A" end with its high-level seating inside Valley Metro light rail car #133 was observed at Mesa on 8-January-2010.

Tempe - Tempe Canal
The Tempe Canal was observed from a passing Valley Metro light rail car in Tempe, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Tempe - Campus Suites
The Campus Suites advertised being "On The Rail" along Apache Boulevard in Tempe, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Tempe - Station Art
"Spirit of Inquiry" by Bill White and Norie Sato was the station art at University and Rural in Tempe on 8-January-2010.

Tempe - Arizona State
The light rail line passed Greek houses on the Arizona State University campus in Tempe, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Tempe - Arizona State
The Wells Fargo Arena, home to Sun Devils basketball, was viewed from a passing light rail train on 8-January-2010.

Tempe - Arizona State
Another view of the Wells Fargo Arena on the Arizona State campus in Tempe, Arizona was taken on 8-January-2010.

Tempe - Arizona State
Sun Devil Stadium, the home of Arizona State's football team, was observed from a light rail train on 8-January-2010.

Tempe - Arizona State
The western half of Arizona State's Sun Devil Stadium was observed in Tempe, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Tempe - Tempe Butte
Tempe Butte, rising to an elevation of nearly 1500 feet, 350 feet above its surroundings, was seen on 8-January-2010.

Tempe - Tempe Butte
This view from the streets revealed why Tempe Butte was better known as "'A' Mountain" on 10-January-2010.

Tempe - Mill Avenue
A view of Mill Avenue in Tempe, Arizona was taken from a light rail train on 8-January-2010; note the "Earth" ORBIT bus.

Tempe - Tempe Town Lake
The light rail train began its trip over Tempe Town Lake in Tempe, Arizona, an artificial oasis seen on 8-January-2010.

Tempe - Tempe Town Lake
A sculler exercised in the middle of Tempe Town Lake in Tempe, Arizona as seen from light rail on 8-January-2010.

Tempe - Tempe Town Lake
The north shore of Tempe Town Lake came into view from the westbound light rail train on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Papago Park
One of the rock formations near Hole-in-the-Rock in Papago Park in Phoenix, Arizona was seen on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Tovrea Castle
The 1928-built Tovrea Castle had yet to be opened as a city park when viewed from light rail on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Phoenix Financial Center
The 1968-built "Punchcard Building", actually called the Phoenix Financial Center, was viewed on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Pyramid Central
This unusual building called "Pyramid Central" in Phoenix was occupied by Clancy Real Estate on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Phoenix Mountains Park
A far-off view of Phoenix Mountains Park was observed from Central and Monterosa on-board light rail on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - St. Francis Xavier
St. Francis Xavier Church was observed from light rail at Central and Highland in Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Station Art
"Landmark" by Ilan Averbuch was the art at the Central and Camelback light rail station in Phoenix on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - 19th and Montebello
A light rail train sat at the 19th and Montebello station in Phoenix, Arizona after completing its run on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Light Rail End of Track
Spare light rail car #112B sat at the end of track at 19th and Montebello in Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Light Rail End of Track
The end buffers on the light rail tracks in the middle of 19th Avenue were observed in Phoenix on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - 19th and Montebello
The station at 19th and Montebello was full with two light rail trains in Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Valley Metro Light Rail
The couplers between two light rail cars were observed at 19th and Montebello in Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Valley Metro Light Rail
Ground-level signals mounted between the tracks were a common feature of Valley Metro light rail on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Valley Metro Light Rail
A light rail train approached the 12th Street and Washington station in Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Downtown View
A view toward Downtown Phoenix from East 16th Street featured Chase Field on the left on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Downtown View
A view toward the central business core of downtown Phoenix was obtained from East 16th Street on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Randy Johnson Field
Randy Johnson Field was observed in East Lake Park in Phoenix, Arizona from East 16th Street on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
The Central Avenue entrance to the Heard Museum in Phoenix, Arizona, built in 1929, was seen on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
Artist Allan Houser's sculpture "Earth Song" was displayed outside the entrance to the Heard Museum on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
The oldest portions of the Heard Museum, including this courtyard, were built in 1926 and observed on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
Insect figurines made by the Quichua tribe in Ecuador were on display at the Heard Museum on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
"Sea Turtle Effigy" by Gabriel Tungutalum, a Tiwi from Australia, was on display at the Heard Museum on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
A horse breastplate made by the Nez Perce tribe from Idaho was displayed at the Heard Museum on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
The interior of a Navajo Hogan had been fully constructed inside the Heard Museum and was observed on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
"Emergence Story," a 2004 sand painting by Rosie Yellowhair was maintained at the Heard Museum on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
Roxanee Swentzell and her daughter Rose Simpson collaborated on the 2009 "Mothers and Daughters" seen on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
Roxanne Swentzell's 1988 piece "Emergence of the Clowns" started with this sculpture on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
The second figurine of "Emergence of the Clowns" by Roxanne Swentzell was seen at the Heard Museum on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
The third figurine in "Emergence of the Clowns" by Roxanne Swentzell was observed in Phoenix on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
The final figurine in "Emergence of the Clows" by Roxanne Swentzell was clearly enjoying life on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
A Pueblo oven was part of the displays at the Heard Museum in Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
A portion of the extensive Zuni Pottery displays at the Heard Museum in Phoenix, Arizona were seen on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
A Hopi wedding shawl was noted amongst the permanent displays at the Heard Museum in Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
A set of Hopi Katsina dolls were arranged for a Mixed Katsina Dance at the Heard Museum in Phoenix on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
A Soyoko, or ogre, Hopi Katsina doll was seen at the Heard Museum in Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
A pair of Hopi Katsina dolls intended for small children were observed at the Heard Museum on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
Isleta and Rosemary Lonewolf and Tony Jojola collaborated on "Indigenous Evolution" seen on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
The 2004 piece "Indigenous Evolution" included this somewhat-obscured posterior at the Heard Museum on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
A Navajo Purple Heart bracelet, made after World War II, was found at the Heard Museum in Phoenix on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
Each Arizona tribe had a display in the Heard Museum, including one for the Salt River Pima-Maricopa on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
Murals in the Heard Museum portrayed the temptations of Anglo culture as seen on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
A lot of symbolism could be found in this wall panel at the Heard Museum in Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
Uncle Sam was portrayed as a jackal in this wall mural at the Heard Museum in Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
Even Salish form line art could be found at the Heard Museum in Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
The barber's chair was one of the first things encountered by attendees of Indian School seen on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
A typical dormitory at the Indian Schools was displayed at the Heard Museum in Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
Desks from the Indian Schools were displayed at the Heard Museum in Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
A special exhibit on Allan Houser, Tradition to Abstraction, was found at the Heard Museum on Phoenix on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
These portraits dramatically illustrated the abstraction and the tradition in Allan Houser's works, seen 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Heard Museum
One of Harry Fonseca's famous Coyote series, the 1980 "When Coyote Leaves the Res" was at the Heard on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Point of Pride Sign
Point of Pride signs such as this one were found at significant locations across Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Phoenix Art Museum Sign
The sign proclaiming the Phoenix Art Museum was found along North Central Avenue in Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Streetlight
A streetlight on North Central Avenue in Phoenix, Arizona displayed appropriate artwork on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Library Sign
This extremely large arrow sign guided visitors to Phoenix, Arizona's Burton Barr Central Library on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Burton Barr Central Library
The Burton Barr Central Library in Phoenix, Arizona had been completed in 1995 and was observed on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Margaret T. Hance Park
Margaret T. Hance Park next to the library actually served as a lid over Interstate 10 in Phoenix on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Station Art
The "Release the Fear" Monument at Central and Roosevelt in Phoenix was made from melted weapons, seen 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Arizona State
Arizona State's Walter Cronkite School of Journalism building, opened in 2008, was seen in Phoenix on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Arizona State
The Walter Cronkite School of Journalism and public television KAET shared a building in Phoenix on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Westward Ho
The Westward Ho in Phoenix, Arizona opened as a hotel in 1928 and was senior housing when observed on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Post Office
The United States Post Office on Central Avenue in Phoenix, Arizona was observed on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Her Secret is Patience
Janet Echelman's 2009 sculpture "Her Secret is Patience" was noted in Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Sidewalk Stencil
Phoenix, Arizona had sidewalk stencils including a 2009 one from "The Alternative Edge" observed on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Pizzeria Bianco
Pizzeria Bianco, founded in 1994, was located in a building constructed in 1927 in Heritage Square on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Sunset
The sun set beyond cloudy skies above Heritage Square in Phoenix, Arizona on the evening of 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Pizzeria Bianco
Pizzeria Bianco in Phoenix, Arizona was observed after dark during a more than three hour wait on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Pizzeria Bianco
The wood-fired oven at Pizzeria Bianco in Phoenix, Arizona was observed while waiting for pizza on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Pizzeria Bianco
Bruce Carson prepared to partake in a piece of pizza from Pizzeria Bianco in Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Pizzeria Bianco
Three varieties of pizza from Pizzeria Bianco gathered in the same leftover box in Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Pizzeria Bianco
Julie Malloy posed with her children, Marina and Bret Carson, at Pizzeria Bianco in Phoenix, Arizona on 8-January-2010.

Phoenix - Rosson House
The 1895-built Rosson House was pictured at Phoenix, Arizona's Heritage Square after dark on 8-January-2010.

Tempe - Touchdown
Touchdown the Malamute sat in the winter sun in his home yard in Tempe, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Tempe - Touchdown
Touchdown the Malamute found a more comfortable pose in the winter sun in Tempe, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Tempe - Touchdown and Brett
Brett Carson played with a seemingly-exhausted Touchdown the Malamute in Tempe, Arizona on 10-January-2010.

Tempe - Brett Carson
Brett Carson showed off his golfing skills in his backyard in Tempe, Arizona on 10-January-2010.

Tempe - New Pool
The Carsons' new pool in their backyard in Tempe, Arizona was observed on 9-January-2010.

Tempe - Model Hydro
Bruce Carson was the pit crew for the model unlimited hydroplane in Tempe, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Tempe - Model Hydro
The cowling was restored to the model hydroplane after a battery (er, engine) change on 9-January-2010.

Tempe - Model Hydro
The model hydro prepared to accelerate away from the "dock" in the pool in Tempe, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Tempe - Model Hydro
The model hydroplane kicked up a characteristic roostertail as it ran through the pool on 9-January-2010.

Tempe - Model Hydro
The model hydroplane approached the camera at its top speed in Tempe, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Tempe - Model Hydro
The model unlimited hydroplane moved through the pool in Tempe, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Tempe - Model Hydro
Brett Carson was at the controls of the remote-control model hydroplane in Tempe, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Tempe - Model Hydro
A top view was attained as the hydroplane started to slow down in the pool in Tempe, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Tempe - Model Hydro
Bruce Carson watched as his son Brett continued driving the model hydroplane in Tempe, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Thompson Peak
Thompson Peak loomed in the distance as seen from highway 101 in Scottsdale, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - McDowell Mountain Range
Smaller peaks from the McDowell Mountain Range to the northeast were seen from Scottsdale, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Tanner's Kids First Hockey
Brett Carson had his helmet on before taking to the ice at the Ice Den in Scottsdale, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Tanner's Kids First Hockey
Brett and Marina Carson were suited up to participate in Tanner's Kids First Hockey at the Ice Den on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Tanner's Kids First Hockey
Marina Carson experimented with her gloves at the Ice Den in Scottsdale, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Tanner's Kids First Hockey
Marina Carson took to the ice for the first time, leaning on a support at the Ice Den in Scottsdale on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Tanner's Kids First Hockey
Marina Carson squatted without support on the ice at the Ice Den in Scottsdale, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Tanner's Kids First Hockey
Marina Carson stood on her own on the ice at the Ice Den in Scottsdale, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Tanner's Kids First Hockey
Marina Carson sat down again on the ice for some instruction at the Ice Den in Scottsdale, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Tanner's Kids First Hockey
Marina Carson was up again and skating on her own at the Ice Den in Scottsdale, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Tanner's Kids First Hockey
Brett Carson was lined up ready to skate at the Ice Den in Scottsdale, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Tanner's Kids First Hockey
Brett Carson skated forward at the Ice Den in Scottsdale, Arizona during the Tanner's Kids event on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Tanner's Kids First Hockey
Brett Carson was cruising on skates as he traversed an obstacle course at the Ice Den on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Tanner's Kids First Hockey
Brett Carson was intent on learning more from the instructors at the Ice Den in Scottsdale, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Brett and Lance
Brett Carson and Lance Gleich sat together on a bench in Old Town in Scottsdale, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Old Town
A carriage moved through the modern streets at Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Old Town
Brown Avenue presented a typical scene in Old Town in Scottsdale, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Old Town
Julie Malloy, Brett Carson, and Marina Carson waited for the tram in Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Passing the Legacy
"Passing the Legacy", a 2008 work by Herb Mignery, was displayed near Fashion Square in Scottsdale on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Arizona Canal
The Arizona Canal was noted running through the heart of Scottsdale, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Bronze Horse Fountain
This Bob Parks sculpture named "Bronze Horse Fountain" was located on the edge of Old Town Scottsdale on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Old Town
The Sugar Bowl restaurant in Old Town Scottsdale, Arizona was viewed from the tram on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Freeway Decorations
Interesting renditions of cacti were found on the walls of highway 101 in Scottsdale, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Freeway Decorations
A salamander was found amongst the decorations along highway 101 in Scottsdale, Arizona on 9-January-2010.

Scottsdale - Freeway Decorations
Decorations along highway 101 in Scottsdale, Arizona included lizards and footprints on 9-January-2010.

Tempe - Marina Carson
Marina Carson posed in her car seat with a chipmunk doll in Tempe, Arizona on 10-January-2010.

Scenery - Cleveland Airport
A coal train went by as a Continental Express plane was serviced at Cleveland, Ohio's Hopkins Airport on 11-January-2010.
Winter in Toronto, 2008

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River flowed through ice flows as viewed from Dundas Street in Toronto on 5-January-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
Fresh snowfall was observed around the Humber River in Toronto near Old Mill on 6-February-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
The sun came out over the wintry scene at the Humber River near Old Mill in Toronto on 7-February-2008.

Toronto - Humberview Road
The results of a winter storm were observed on Humberview Road in Toronto on 2-February-2008.

Toronto - Colbeck Street
Colbeck Street in Toronto presented a wintery scene after a snowstorm on 2-February-2008.

Toronto - Rivercrest Road
Not yet plowed fully of the night's snowfall, Rivercrest Road in Toronto presented a winter scene on 2-February-2008.

Toronto - Maclennan Ave
Maclennan Avenue in Toronto's Rosedale neighborhood was observed after the storm on 2-February-2008.

Toronto - Carstowe Road
Carstowe Road in Toronto appeared little different from a plowed country road except for streetlights on 2-February-2008

Toronto - Old Bridle Path
The Old Bridle Path in Toronto's Rosedale neighborhood looked out of another era on 2-February-2008.

Toronto - Olympic Locomotive
One of Canadian Pacific's new 2010 Olympic locomotives passed through Rosedale in Toronto on 2-February-2008.

Toronto - Jane Dundas Library
The newly-reopened Jane Dundas Library in Toronto was seen after its first snowfall on 3-February-2008.

Toronto - Humber Forest
Rain took the snow off the trees, but the snow base remained near the Humber River in Toronto on 30-March-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
Falls on the Humber River near Dundas Street in Toronto were observed on 3-February-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
A curve in the Humber River near Dundas Street in Toronto was observed not long after snowfall on 3-February-2008.

Toronto - Lambton Park
A hillside in Toronto's Lambton Park was observed not long after a snowstorm on 3-February-2008.

Toronto - Camp Humriva
A clearing known as Camp Humriva in the summer was simply a field of snow along the Humber River on 3-February-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
The hillside above the Humber River north of Dundas Street in Toronto was covered with snow on 3-February-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
An ice bar stood in the middle of the Humber River north of Dundas Street in Toronto on 3-February-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
A Canadian Pacific locomotive crossed the Humber River in Toronto on 3-February-2008.

Toronto - Humber Train
Canadian Pacific train #241 was led by two Soo Line locomotives at the Humber River in Toronto on 30-March-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River still flowed through a winter scene north of Dundas Street in Toronto on 3-February-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
Divine intervention? A face could be said to appear in the ice of the Humber River in Toronto on 3-February-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
Snow formed a near-perfect dome on a rock in the Humber River of Toronto on 3-February-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
A mallard duck couple considered the ice in the Humber River in Toronto on 3-February-2008.

Toronto - Alex Ling Fountain
The Alex Ling Fountain remained decorated for the holidays after the snowstorm on 2-February-2008.

Toronto - Alex Ling Fountain
The Alex Ling Fountain was surrounded by newly fallen snow on the evening of 7-February-2008.

Toronto - Lakeshore Drive
Lakeshore Drive in Toronto presented a winter scene with the windmill in the background on 24-February-2008.

Toronto - Lake Ontario
The shoreline of Lake Ontario was still covered in snow despite rising temperatures on 24-February-2008.

Toronto - Lake Ontario
The seawall along Lake Ontario at Humber Bay in Toronto was frozen solid on 24-February-2008.

Toronto - Lake Ontario
Ice floated near the shore of Lake Ontario in Toronto on 24-February-2008.

Toronto - Boardwalk
The boardwalk along Lake Ontario was almost completely covered in snow on 24-February-2008.

Toronto - TTC Bus #7679
Toronto Transit Commission Orion VII bus #7679 showed unique paint at Jane and Lawrence on 29-February-2008.

Toronto - TTC Bus #1206
New Toronto Transit Commission Orion VII Hybrid bus #1206 turned onto Eglinton Ave at Leslie on 1-March-2008.

Toronto - Leaside High School
The ballfields outside Leaside High School in Toronto, Ontario were still covered in snow on 1-March-2008.

Toronto - Howard Talbot Park
This north-facing hillside in Toronto's Howard Talbot Park made for a perfect sledding location on 1-March-2008.

Toronto - Howard Talbot Park
Sledders took advantage of this small hillside in Toronto's Howard Talbot Park on 1-March-2008.

Toronto - Howard Talbot Park
A sledder has almost completed her journey down the slopes at Toronto's Howard Talbot Park on 1-March-2008.

Toronto - Howard Talbot Park
After sledding, there's the long trudge back up the hill to do it again at Toronto's Howard Talbot Park on 1-March-2008.

Toronto - Harry R. Gairey Rink
The CN Tower looked on as a hockey match continued at the Harry R. Gairey Ice Rink in Toronto on 2-March-2008.

Toronto - Alexandra Park
A pile of snow in Toronto's Alexandra Park did not rival the CN Tower in height on 2-March-2008.

Toronto - Skywalk Entrance
The signs at the west entrance to the Union Station Skywalk in Toronto were interesting on 2-March-2008.

Toronto - Railway Memorial
The Chinese Railway Workers Memorial in Toronto was surrounded by snow near the Rogers Centre in Toronto on 2-March-2008

Toronto - Railway Memorial
A closer look at the Chinese Railway Worker's Memorial in Toronto, erected in 1989, was obtained on 2-March-2008.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
Toronto Railway Historical Association diesels sat under tarps on the John Street turntable on 2-March-2008.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
Cars in the Toronto Railway Historical Association collection sat under tarps outside the roundhouse on 2-March-2008.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
Canadian Pacific Baldwin DS4-4-1000 switcher #7069 sat outside the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto on 2-March-2008.

Toronto - Fire Ruins
The ruins of Duke's Cycle and other businesses on Queen Street two weeks after a major fire were noted on 2-March-2008.

Toronto - Storm
Yet more snow fell at the corner of Jane and Harshaw in Toronto, Ontario on 5-March-2008.

Toronto - Winter Midnight
The view outside my apartment window was taken approaching midnight during a storm on 6-February-2008.

Toronto - Storm Aftermath
The day after the storm, the snow was piled up in the driveways of Toronto on 9-March-2008.

Toronto - Winter Night
A typical night view out my apartment window after the snowfall ceased on 5-March-2008.

Toronto - Winter Night
Note the manhole in the street not covered by snow on the evening of 5-March-2008.

Toronto - Winter Storm
This view out my apartment window was taken at the height of the another snowstorm on 8-March-2008.

Toronto - Winter Storm
Another view of the snow blowing off a building during the storm in Toronto, Ontario on 8-March-2008.

Toronto - Jane Street
The snow had been plowed to the side of Jane Street in Toronto, Ontario on 9-March-2008.

Toronto - Nelles Ave
Nelles Ave in Toronto appeared to be buried in the snow from the previous day on 9-March-2008.

Toronto - Icicles
A number of icicles hung from this house on Royal York Road in Toronto on 9-March-2008.

Toronto - Icicles
Probably the largest icicle noted in the aftermath of the storm was at this house on Royal York Road on 9-March-2008.

Toronto - Canterbury Crescent
The Canterbury Crescent neighborhood of Toronto was covered with snow on 9-March-2008.

Toronto - Frozen Humber River
The snow had piled up on top of the frozen Humber River near Old Mill in Toronto on 9-March-2008.

Toronto - TTC Bus #7327
A TTC Flyer D40-LF bus on the 30 Lambton route crossed Royal York Road in the snow on 9-March-2008.

Toronto - Bus Stop
A bus stop on Royal York Road in Toronto was almost buried beneath plowed snow on 9-March-2008.

Toronto - Black Creek
The snow was thick on the hillside above Black Creek near Jane Street in Toronto on 11-March-2008.

Toronto - Black Creek
Snow ran right up to the side of Black Creek as seen from Jane Street in Toronto on 11-March-2008.

Toronto - Eglinton Fields
The soccer fields near Eglinton and Jane in Toronto were buried in snow on 11-March-2008.

Toronto - Jane & Lawrence
The intersection of Jane and Lawrence in the Weston neighborhood of Toronto was fully functional on 10-March-2008.

Toronto - Lawrence Snowpile
The morning sun illuminated a pile of snow on the sidewalk of Lawrence Ave in Toronto near Jane on 10-March-2008.

Toronto - Buried Fire Hydrant
A fire hydrant outside SQI Diagnostics on Meteor Drive in Toronto barely poked out above the snow on 10-March-2008.

Toronto - Mammatus Clouds
A group of mammatus clouds appeared in advance of a freezing rain storm in Toronto on 11-March-2008.

Toronto - Birchview Crescent
The Birchview Crescent neighborhood of Toronto was viewed from the Bloor-Danforth subway on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - Clendenan Ave
Clendenan Ave in Toronto was viewed from the Bloor-Danforth subway on a snowy 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Lawrence Market
The sun shone on the piles of snow on Market Street and on St. Lawrence Market in Toronto on 15-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Lawrence Market
Snow was noted on the roof on St. Lawrence Market in Toronto on 15-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Lawrence Market
St. Lawrence Hall rose in the background beyond St. Lawrence Market in Toronto on 15-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Lawrence Market
Despite near-freezing temperatures, people ate outside at St. Lawrence Market in Toronto on 15-March-2008.

Toronto - St. James Park
The fountain at St. James Parks in Toronto was surrounded by snow on 15-March-2008.

Toronto - St. James Park
The location of the garden in St. James Park looked very different in the winter covered in deep snow on 15-March-2008.

Toronto - Berczy Park
The fountain in Berczy Park in Toronto was silent in the midst of winter on 15-March-2008.

Toronto - Berczy Park
Interesting artwork adorned a building rising above Berczy Park in Toronto on 15-March-2008.

Toronto - Berczy Park
This sculpture in Berczy Park in Toronto looked especially lonely surrounded by snow on 15-March-2008.

Toronto - Lambton House
The 1847-era Lambton House was the last remaining period building along the Humber River, photographed on 15-March-2008.

Toronto - Lambton House Sign
This sign explained the history of Lambton House in Toronto on 15-March-2008.

Toronto - Lambton House Sign
This sign explained the history of Sir William Pearch Howland, founder of Lambton Mills in Toronto, on 15-March-2008.

Toronto - TTC #2397
TTC GM Fishbowl #2397 worked as a #52 Lawrence West bus on a gray and snowy 19-March-2008.

Toronto - Trinity-Bellwoods Park
The CN Tower rose above the ballfields at Trinity-Bellwoods Park in Toronto on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Trinity-Bellwoods Park
Snow still covered nearly the entirety of Trinity-Bellwoods Park in Toronto, Ontario on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Trinity-Bellwoods Park
A closer look at a lone icicle located in Toronto's Trinity-Bellwoods Park was captured on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Trinity-Bellwoods Park
The ravine in Toronto's Trinity-Bellwoods Park was observed on a still-snowy 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Trinity-Bellwoods Park
The CN Tower rose in the background beyond the ravine at Toronto's Trinity-Bellwoods Park on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Glen Stewart Park
Snow still surrounded the footbridge at Glen Stewart Park in Toronto on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Fire Station 22
Fire Station #22 on Main Street in Toronto, built in 1910, was observed on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Main Street Library
The Main Street branch of the Toronto Public Library was observed on a snowy 23-March-2008.
Trip to the Western United States, February 2008

Bellevue - Enatai Drive Sign
This sign marked the outlet of Enatai Drive in Bellevue, Washington on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Killarney Glen Sign
The sign for Killarney Glen Park in Bellevue, Washington again faced away from the street on 9-February-2008.

Bellevue - Caucus Sign
The signs were still up for the party caucuses held the previous weekend in Washington state on 14-February-2008.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough
The waters of the Mercer Slough were remarkably low as noted from the pedestrian footbridge on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough
The flood gauge provided the clearest indication of the low water in the Mercer Slough in Bellevue on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough
This inlet along the Mercer Slough in Bellevue, Washington--normally filled with water--was not on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough
This dam normally held back water from the inlet to the Mercer Slough as seen on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Bird on Buoy
What may have been a Pelagic Cormorant rested on a buoy in Lake Washington on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Redhead Duck
What appeared to be a female Redhead Duck swam in the Mercer Slough in Bellevue, Washington on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Sleeping Ducks
A Shoveler joined a Mallard couple in taking a nap in the Bellefield area of Bellevue, Washington on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Green-Winged Teal
A Green-Winged Teal swam in the Mercer Slough in Bellevue, Washington on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Hummingbird in Flight
A Rufous Hummingbird took to flight above the Mercer Slough in Bellevue, Washington on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough
A large number of Robins were resting near the Mercer Slough in Bellevue, Washington on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Bellefield Nest
An unknown nest was noted in the Bellefield area of Bellevue, Washington on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Blueberry Fields
Some of the blueberry fields along the Mercer Slough in Bellevue, Washington were noted on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Blueberry Fields
The Blueberry Fields of Bellevue, Washington dated from the 1940's, and were observed on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Blueberry Fields
Another winter view of the still-active Blueberry Fields along the Mercer Slough in Bellevue on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Blueberry Fields
Maintenance of the Blueberry Fields included the cutting of every other row as noted on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Bellefield
Typical northwest moss covered this tree in the Bellefield wetlands on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough
More of the wetlands along the Mercer Slough in Bellevue, Washington were observed on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Holly Tree
A wild Holly Tree was observed in the Bellefield area of the Bellevue, Washington on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Holly Tree
A closer look at the wild Holly Tree in the Bellefield area of Bellevue, Washington on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Bellefield
A tree--fallen in a recent storm--made an interesting scene in the Bellefield area of Bellevue on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Bellefield
Surprisingly few mushrooms were noted in the Bellefield area of Bellevue, Washington on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Gleichs
Kathy and Chuck Gleich posed on a path in the Bellefield area of Bellevue, Washington on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough
Downtown Bellevue loomed in the distance above the Mercer Slough in Bellefield on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Olympics View
The morning sun provided a nice view of the Olympic Mountains from Eastgate in Bellevue, Washington on 12-February-2008.

Bellevue - Olympics View
Another view of the Olympic Mountains was attained from the 142nd Ave bridge at Eastgate in Bellevue on 12-February-2008

Bellevue - Olympics View
The sun highlighted the Olympic Mountains as viewed from Eastgate in Bellevue, Washington on 12-February-2008.

Bellevue - Cascades View
Looking east at Eastgate in Bellevue offered this view of the Cascade Mountains above Interstate 90 on 12-February-2008.

Bellevue - Cascades View
Another view of the Cascade Range as viewed from Eastgate in Bellevue, Washington on 12-February-2008.

Scenery - Cascades View
Another view of the Cascades Range was obtained along I-90 near Lakemont Boulevard on 12-February-2008.

Scenery - Lake Sammamish
Lake Sammamish was viewed from I-90 approaching Issaquah, Washington on 12-February-2008.

Bellevue - Bellevue Square
My traditional favorite entrance to the Bellevue Square mall in Bellevue, Washington was observed on 9-February-2008.

Bellevue - Bellevue Square
This plaque to Kemper Freeman, Sr. from the thrift store operator was noted at Bellevue Square on 9-February-2008.

Bellevue - Lance and Patrick
Lance Gleich posed with his uncle Patrick McGrady in Bellevue, Washington on 10-February-2008.

Bellevue - Jackson Kvam
Jackson Kvam took a break from playing with controls as his mother Michele watched on 13-February-2008.

Bellevue - Jackson Kvam
Jackson Kvam emulated his grandfather by manipulating audio equipment in Bellevue on 13-February-2008.

Bellevue - Jackson Kvam
Jackson Kvam enjoyed a chair that was just his size in Bellevue, Washington on 13-February-2008.

Bellevue - Cat and Computer
Maggie the cat wondered why there was a computer next to her food dish in Bellevue, Washington on 15-February-2008.

Train - Wilburton
The BNSF Renton Turn took four Boeing aircraft over the Wilburton Trestle in Bellevue, Washington on 14-February-2008.

Train - Wilburton
The BNSF Renton Turn crossed the 980-foot-long Wilburton Trestle in Bellevue, Washington on 14-February-2008.

Train - Wilburton
Four Boeing 737's enroute to Boeing's Renton plant crossed the Wilburton Trestle on 14-February-2008.

Train - Lake Washington
BNSF's Renton Turn ran along Lake Washington in northern Renton, Washington on 13-February-2008.

Train - Airplane Fuselage
A closer look at one of the Boeing 737 fuselages as the train approached the plant on 13-February-2008.

Train - Airplane Fuselage
A more conventional look at a Boeing 737 as it prepared to back into the Renton plant on 13-February-2008.

Train - Wilburton
The BNSF Renton Turn returned northbound over the Wilburton Trestle with empty cars on 13-February-2008.

Train - Wilburton
The BNSF Renton Turn crossed the Wilburton Trestle on its way back to Everett, Washington on 12-February-2008.

Train - Wilburton
Hauling empty fuselage cars, the BNSF Renton Turn crossed the Wilburton Trestle in Bellevue on 12-February-2008.

Train - Wilburton
The BNSF Renton Turn crossed high above SE 8th Street in Bellevue on 12-February-2008.

Train - Kirkland
The BNSF Renton Turn crossed Kirkland Way in Kirkland, Washington above an old NP insignia on 13-February-2008.

Renton - Coulon Park
The Boeing Plant in Renton, Washington was viewed at the end of Lake Washington from Coulon Park on 13-February-2008.

Renton - Coulon Park
The lagoon at Renton's Gene Coulon Park was observed from the dock on 13-February-2008.

Renton - Coulon Park
The Pavilion at Renton's Gene Coulon Park looked out over Lake Washington on 13-February-2008.

Renton - Coulon Park
The Ivar's and Kidd Valley restaurants at Renton's Gene Coulon Park were observed on 13-February-2008.

Renton - Coulon Park
Lake Washington toward Seattle was viewed from Renton's Gene Coulon Park on 13-February-2008.

Renton - Coulon Park
Interface, a 1982 sculpture by William Levine in Coulon Park, was decorated for Valentine's Day on 13-February-2008.

Tempe - House
The Carson-Malloy house in Tempe, Arizona was observed on 17-February-2008.

Tempe - Backyard
Bruce Carson contemplated the future of his backyard in Tempe, Arizona on 17-February-2008.

Tempe - Backyard
The former garden and future site of a pool at the Tempe, Arizona Carson-Malloy house was observed on 17-February-2008.

Tempe - Touchdown
Touchdown the Malamute seemed entirely content in the sun of Tempe, Arizona on 17-February-2008.

Tempe - Whole Family
Bruce Carson, Julie Malloy, their children Brett and Marina, and dog Touchdown were in their home on 17-February-2008.

Tempe - Brett with Lemon
Brett Carson carried a large Ponderosa Lemon from a tree in his backyard in Tempe, Arizona on 16-February-2008.

Tempe - Marina and Brett
Marina and Brett Carson shared the coach in Tempe, Arizona on 17-February-2008.

Tempe - Lance
"Uncle" Lance blew out a candle on a cake in the Carson/Malloy home in Tempe, Arizona on 16-February-2008.

Chandler - Old Towne Market
Chandler, Arizona's well-hidden Old Towne Market Square was observed on 16-February-2008.

Chandler - Old Towne Market
The interior garden at Chandler, Arizona's Old Towne Market Square was captured on 16-February-2008.

Tempe - Brett & Marina
Brett Carson tossed a penny into a fountain in Tempe, Arizona as his sister Marina looked on 16-February-2008.

Tempe - Brett & Marina
Brett and Marina Carson observed all of the coins in a restaurant fountain in Tempe, Arizona on 16-February-2008.

Phoenix - Mini-Stack
The "Mini-Stack" at the intersection of I-10 and US 60 was observed in Phoenix, Arizona on 17-February-2008.

Phoenix - Salt River
The Salt River actually had some water flowing in it as viewed on 17-February-2008.

Phoenix - Light Rail
Light Rail construction was well-advanced on 17-February-2008, including this station at 12th and Washington.

Phoenix - Arizona Science Center
The Arizona Science Center stood in front of the Phoenix skyline as viewed from Washington Street on 17-February-2008.

Phoenix - Downtown Construction
Continued expansion of the Phoenix Convention Center dominated Third Street on 17-February-2008.

Phoenix - Maricopa Court House
Light rail construction was in front of the old Maricopa County Court Horse in Phoenix, Arizona on 17-February-2008.

Phoenix - City Hall
At 368 feet tall, the 1994-era Phoenix City Hall was amongst the 10 tallest buildings in Arizona on 17-February-2008.

Phoenix - O'Connor Courthouse
The 2000-era Sandra Day O'Connor United States Courthouse was located at 400 W Washington in Phoenix on 17-February-2008

Phoenix - Library Development
The Arizona State Library's Library Development Division occupied this building at 1100 Washington on 17-February-2008.

Phoenix - Horse Statue
A horse statue honoring fallen officers was noted at the Maricopa County Complex in Phoenix on 17-February-2008.

Phoenix - Maricopa Court House
The back side of the old Maricopa County Court House in Phoenix, Arizona was observed on 17-February-2008.

Phoenix - Patriots Square Park
Patriots Square Park in downtown Phoenix, Arizona covered a large parking garage on 17-February-2008.

Phoenix - US Airways Center
The 1992-era US Airways Center was home to the Phoenix Suns and other teams as observed on 17-February-2008.

Phoenix - Chase Field
Chase Field, completed in time for the 1998 debut of the Arizona Diamondbacks, was quiet on 17-February-2008.
March Parades in Toronto, 2008

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The Optimists Drum and Bugle Corps were the first band in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
A closer look at the Optimists Drum and Bugle Corps in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The float in Toronto's St. Patrick's Day Parade on 16-March-2008 celebrated the evolution of the human being.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
Even the horses were wearing green during the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
Representatives of County Mayo marched in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The Mayo Association contributed this float to the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The York Lions Steel Band participated in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The McGinley Academy of Irish Dance couldn't miss out on the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
Jonathan and Robert Kearns, the Irish People of Year, rode in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
Irish Spring provided that there was commercialization of Toronto's St. Patrick's Day Parade on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The Philippine Heritage Band was a mainstay in Toronto's St. Patrick's Day Parade as shown on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
Alex the Beaver, mascot of The Ex, wore green for St. Patrick's Day in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
County Tyrone waved its flags during Toronto's St. Patrick's Day Parade on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The Durham Heritage Float passed the closed Sam the Record Man building on Yonge Street in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
It might not be Guinness, but at least the Steam Whistle Brewery's van was green on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The Steam Whistle Brewery Truck also participated in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
County Armagh was another of the 28 counties represented in Toronto's St. Patrick's Day Parade on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The Ayr-Paris Marching Band enjoyed its participation in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
County Down flew its colors on Yonge Street in Toronto during the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The Irish Connection's Titanic float was the largest in the 2008 edition of the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 16-March.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The Irish Connection's demonstration of the sinking of the Titanic was observed in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The Hill Billy Gals headed down Yonge Street in Toronto's St. Patrick's Day Parade on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
Hillbilly Clan 46 demonstrated its unusual contribution to the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
An Irishman walked down Yonge Street in Toronto's St. Patrick's Day Parade on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The Toronto Fire Services Drum Corps marched in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The Toronto Fire Services Drum Corps made for a lively presence on Yonge Street in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The Toronto Fire Department marched in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on Yonge Street on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
Even the fire trucks wore green during the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
County Kerry added yet more green to the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The Dancing at the Crossroads float was contributed by County Kerry to the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
What would St. Patrick's Day be without a celebration of the sport of hurling as seen on 16-March-2008?

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The Kilkenny Group contributed the Hurling Team to the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
Note the shamrocks on the Tian Guo Marching Band's drums in Toronto's St. Patrick's Day Parade as seen on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The Newbeaver Shiners and their train appear in many Toronto parades as noted on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The Counties of Laois and Offaly combined to charter this bus for the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
Toronto's Emergency Medical Services had a large presence in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
A 1954 Packard Henney was the star of Toronto's historic ambulances in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
A modern vehicle for paramedics participated in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
A 1985 Dodge ambulance participated in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
A contemporary Chevy Ambulance also wore green for the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
This float raised money for restoration of the O'Connor Irish Heritage House in North York, seen on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The end of the St. Patrick's Day Parade approached on Yonge Street in Toronto on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - St. Patrick's Day
The Grand Marshall of the St. Patrick's Day Parade always travels in a Pope-like fashion, as on 16-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Good Friday Procession started down Dundas Street in Toronto on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Banda de Fatima set the tone for the Good Friday Procession in Toronto on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Associazone Vazzanese carried a cross down Dundas Street in Toronto on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Each section of the procession was preceded by a Biblical quote (as here from Luke 16) on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
This float commemorated the betrayal of Jesus in Toronto's Good Friday Procession on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Annas and Caiaphas sent their orders to arrest Jesus as portrayed in the Good Friday Procession on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Jesus was taken to see the Roman governor, Pontius Pilate, in Toronto's Good Friday Procession on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Some of Jesus' followers trailed him enroute to see Pilate during the Good Friday Procession on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Children walked down Dundas Street in Toronto following Jesus to see Pilate on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
More of the Good Friday Procession followed Jesus down Dundas Street in Toronto on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Jesus was mocked as he was dragged down Dundas Street during the Good Friday Procession on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Jesus fell to the street during the Good Friday Procession in Toronto on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Jesus was beaten on Dundas Street in Toronto during the Good Friday Procession on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Jesus was compelled to walk again down Dundas Street in Toronto during the Good Friday Procession on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A float also commemorated Jesus' trip to see Pilate in the Good Friday Procession in Toronto on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
After Jesus' sentence, the walk to the crucifixion began in the Good Friday Procession on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Jesus carried the cross to the crucifixion in Toronto's Good Friday Procession on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Some of Jesus' followers also enroute to the crucifixion in Toronto's Good Friday Procession on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Conferentia Maria della Grazie chanted its way down Dundas Street in Toronto on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
More of Jesus' followers headed for the crucifixion down Dundas Street in Toronto on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
This float carried the cross on which the crucifixion would take place in Toronto on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
A band from St. Francis of Assisi Parish helped set the mood during the Good Friday Procession on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The crucifixion itself approached on Dundas Street in Toronto on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
This float represented the crucifixion itself in Toronto's Good Friday Procession on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
This float represented Mary of Nazareth observing the crucifixion in the Good Friday Procession on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Jesus had been removed from the cross by the time of this float in the Good Friday Procession on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
This float represented the tomb in which Jesus would be interred in Toronto's Good Friday Procession on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Jesus' followers after the crucifixion walked in the Good Friday Procession in Toronto on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
This float represented Mary of Nazareth after the crucifixion during the Good Friday Procession on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Circulo Morgezio participated in the Good Friday Procession on Dundas Street in Toronto on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Jesus' body was accompanied down Dundas Street in Toronto during the Good Friday Procession on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The body of Jesus approached during the Good Friday Procession on Dundas Street in Toronto on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Jesus' body passed during the Good Friday Procession in Toronto on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
Jesus' followers began the process of waiting for the Lord in the Good Friday Procession in Toronto on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
More chanting brought up the rear of the Good Friday Procession on Dundas Street in Toronto on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The crowd was already sizeable at the end of the Good Friday Procession in Toronto on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Good Friday Procession
The Good Friday Procession disappeared up Beatrice Street in Toronto's Little Italy on 21-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Easter Parade headed down Queen Street East in the Beaches neighborhood of Toronto on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Toronto Transit Commission provided three trolleys for the Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A 1951-era President's Commission Car led the historic streetcar fleet down Queen Street East on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
1923-era era "Small Witt" car #2766 was the oldest trolley in the historic fleet in the Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Still in normal service, 1978-era Canadian Light Rail Vehicle #4011 was also in the Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Toronto Equestrian Police unit participated in the Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A classic 1957 Chevrolet police car participated in the Beaches Easter Parade in Toronto on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A 1970's Plymouth police car participated in Toronto's Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The infamous police car "Blinky" participated in the Easter Parade on a trailer on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Toronto Police "Safety Bug" drove down Queen Street in the Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
City councilperson Sandra Bussin had a vehicle decorated for the day in the Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Pizza Pizza contributed to the commercialization of the Easter Parade in Toronto on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
There was something incongruous in the bunny ears on the flag bearers of the Toronto Signal Band on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Toronto Signal Band marched down Queen Street East during the Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The flags marched down Queen Street East in Toronto in front of the Fire Department on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A 1929-era Rugby pumper truck was the oldest fire vehicle in the Toronto Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A 1937 Ford Seagrave fire truck participated in the Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A retired Ford pumper truck drove down Queen Street East in Toronto's Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Royal Canadian Legion Band from Hamilton marched down Queen Street East in Toronto's Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The 1954 Packard Henney ambulance participated in the Toronto's Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A 1966 Pontiac Ambulance participated in Toronto's Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Toronto's El Dorado Coach, Support Unit #6 for the Emergency Medical Service, was in the Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
An Easter Clown walked down Queen Street East in Toronto during the Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Neighborhood Link brought Bugs Bunny to Toronto's Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Neighborhood Link also brought Tweedy Bird to Toronto's Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The winners of Miss Teen from across Ontario walked in the Easter Parade in Toronto on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Valu Mart brought yet more commercialism to the Easter Parade in Toronto on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A child ducks into Queen Street East to pick up a piece of candy during the Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Cookie Monster and Elmo were amongst the child-friendly participants in the Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Canadian Coast Guard Academy brought this rescue craft to Toronto's Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
A walking duck provided entertainment during Toronto's Beaches Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Lindt Chocolates contributed this "Smart" Goldbunny vehicle to the Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Toronto Beaches Lions Club sponsored the Easter Parade down Queen Street East on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Ashbridge's Bay Yacht Club participated in Toronto's Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Note the bunnies now on the drums of the Tian Guo Band as it participated in the Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Amongst the performers in the Easter Parade in Toronto was this unicycler on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Malvern Band marched down Queen Street East during Toronto's Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Viking Boat Races contributed this float to Toronto's Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Boy Scouts Band marched down Queen Street East during Toronto's Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Seagull Classic Reproductions provided this addition to the Easter Parade in Toronto on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Ed's kid was probably the child on top of the Real Scoop mobile in Toronto's Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Don't ask me what a solar car has to do with the Liberals or Member of Parliament Maria Minna on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Philippine Heritage Band appeared again, this time in the Easter Parade in Toronto on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Gift Card Group contributed this Easter float to Toronto's Easter Parade on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
Baskin and Robbins contributed this large bunny to the Easter Parade in Toronto on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Shiners brought their vehicle to the Easter Parade in Toronto on 23-March-2008.

Toronto - Easter Parade
The Easter Bunny brought up the rear of the Easter Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 23-March-2008.
Trip to New England, May 2008

Scenery - GO Train
A GO Train departed Toronto's Union Station at the same time as my VIA Rail Canada train on 8-May-2008.

Scenery - Don River
This life ring marked the Don River in Toronto as seen from a VIA Rail Canada train on 8-May-2008.

Scenery - Rouge River
Crossing the Rouge River twenty minutes later finally marked departure from Toronto on 8-May-2008.

Scenery - Port Hope
Port Hope, Ontario was observed from a passing Montreal-bound VIA Rail Canada train on 8-May-2008.

Scenery - Fields
Typical fields were noted near Brighton, Ontario from the comfort of a VIA Rail Canada train on 8-May-2008.

Scenery - Trent River
The Trent River was nearly overflowing its banks near Trenton, Ontario on 8-May-2008.

Scenery - Church
A no-longer-active church building was noted from the train in Marysville, Ontario on 8-May-2008.

Scenery - Mallorytown
The sun was starting to break through the clouds as the train passed fields near Mallorytown, Ontario on 8-May-2008.

Scenery - Fields
The fields started to turn green and the sun came out near Brockville, Ontario on 8-May-2008.

Scenery - Brockville
This mural on the Brockville, Ontario station greeted train travelers as they passed through on 8-May-2008.

Scenery - Ottawa River
The train crossed the Ottawa River and entered the island of Montreal, Quebec on 8-May-2008.

Scenery - Lachine Canal
The train crossed the Lachine Canal in the Westmount area of Montreal, Quebec on 8-May-2008.

Montreal - View
Mount Royal appeared in the background in this view of Montreal from an approaching train on 8-May-2008.

Montreal - Lachine Canal
The swing bridge at the Lachine Canal was welded in the open position as observed from the train on 8-May-2008.

Montreal - Skyline
The Montreal skyline towered over an approaching VIA Rail Canada train on 8-May-2008.

Montreal - Lachine Basin
The Lachine Basin was devoid of marine visitors along the Lachine Canal in Montreal on 8-May-2008.

Montreal - Farine Five Roses
This 1954-era Farine Five Roses sign was the subject of a historic preservation effort in Montreal on 8-May-2008.

Montreal - Canada Maltage
Another portion of the ADM plant on Montreal's waterfront was simply labeled "Canada Maltage" on 8-May-2008.

Montreal - Lachine Swing Bridge
A ground-level view of the no longer operational swing bridge over the Lachine Canal in Montreal was taken on 8-May-2008

Montreal - Lucien L'Allier
A pair of F59PHI diesels prepared to power commuter trains at Lucien L'Allier station in Montreal on 8-May-2008.

Montreal - Commuter Train
Two classic F40PH diesels powered another commuter train over the Lachine Canal in Montreal on 8-May-2008.

Montreal - Corridor Train
A VIA Rail Canada corridor train from Ottawa crossed the Lachine Canal in Montreal on 8-May-2008.

Montreal - Ocean
VIA Rail Canada's "Ocean," bound for Halifax, crossed the Lachine Canal in Montreal on 8-May-2008.

Montreal - Impasse
This sign marked a street with no outlet in the port area of Montreal on 8-May-2008.

Montreal - La Baie
The downtown department store of the Hudson's Bay Company (La Baie) was observed in Montreal on 8-May-2008.

Montreal - Place des Arts
The Place des Arts loomed over Rue Ste-Catherine in Montreal near sunset on 8-May-2008.

Montreal - Bike Lane
Full two-way bike lanes were on the side of many Montreal streets including Rue Berri noted on 9-May-2008.

Scenery - St. Lawrence River
The St. Lawrence River was over three kilometers wide as viewed from the Champlain Bridge on 9-May-2008.

Scenery - St. Lawrence River
Another view of the St. Lawrence River and the ice control structure paralleling the Champlain Bridge on 9-May-2008.

Scenery - St. Lawrence Seaway
The Champlain Bridge rose to cross the St. Lawrence Seaway as well, viewed on 9-May-2008.

Scenery - Fields
The scenery in southern Quebec was mostly full of fields like this one near Sabrevois on 9-May-2008.

Scenery - Fields
Many fields in southern Quebec were green like this one near Sabrevois on 9-May-2008.

Scenery - Hills
After crossing the border into Vermont, the terrain became more hilly as noted near Swanton on 9-May-2008.

Scenery - Vermont Panorama
Even Lake Champlain could be viewed in the distance from I-89 as it climbed a hill near Swanton, Vermont on 9-May-2008.

Scenery - Drive-In
A Drive-In Movie Theater was noted near I-89 in Swanton, Vermont on 9-May-2008.

Burlington - Main Street
A CCTA bus was noted on "Dime Day" traveling down Main Street in Burlington, Vermont on 9-May-2008.

Burlington - Church Street
This plaque explained the history of the Church Street Marketplace in Burlington, Vermont on 9-May-2008.

Burlington - Church Street
A view down the Church Street Marketplace, centerpiece of Burlington Vermont, was taken on 9-May-2008.

Burlington - Church Street
On a Friday morning, the Church Street Marketplace in Burlington, Vermont was a pretty quite place on 9-May-2008.

Burlington - Unitarian Church
The First Unitarian Universalist Society owns the 1816 church on Church Street in Burlington seen on 9-May-2008.

Burlington - Church Street
A look back to the south at the Church Street Marketplace in Burlington, Vermont was still sleepy on 9-May-2008.

Burlington - Cathedral
The Cathedral of Immaculate Conception served the Burlington diocese of the Catholic Church on 9-May-2008.

Burlington - Sculpture
This sculpture stood outside the Cathedral of Immaculate Conception in Burlington, Vermont on 9-May-2008.

Burlington - Lake Champlain
This view of Lake Champlain was taken from Battery Park in Burlington, Vermont on 9-May-2008.

Burlington - Lake Champlain
A closer look across Lake Champlain toward the state of New York was obtained from Burlington, Vermont on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - BioTek
The 40-year-old BioTek company welcomed visitors with this sign in Winooski, Vermont on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - BioTek
The entrance to the grounds of BioTek, Incorporated was captured in Winooski, Vermont on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - Jean Andre de Bedout
BioTek manager Jean Andre de Bedout was my tour guide to Winooski, Vermont on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - Turning Circle
US highways 2 and 7 traversed Winooski, Vermont through this "turning circle" as observed on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - Block
The oldest existing block in Winooski, Vermont dated to 1867 as noted at the head of the turning circle on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - Redevelopment
Economic growth in the area was causing whole large block buildings to be constructed in Winooski on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - Waterfront
The Winooski Mills tourist attraction was created out of this old mill building on the Winooski River on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - Winooski River
The Winooski River, about eight miles from Lake Champlain, was observed at Winooski, Vermont on 9-May-2008.

Scenery - Chace Mill
Across the river from Winooski, the Chace Mill had also been converted to residences as observed on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - Winooski River
A look downriver from Winooski on the Winooski River showed the dramatic drop in elevation on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - Winooski River
The area around Winooski Dam One was once quite a waterfall as attested by these rocks observed on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - Dam
Winooski Dam One, completed in 1993, operates automatically and was seen in a lower-flow condition on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - Dam
The rubber adjustments on Winooski Dam One started to divert flow to the main channel on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - Dam
Winooski Dam One suddenly was putting much more water through the main channel as it was observed on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - Dam Cleaning
Behind the dam, a variety of timber threatened to plug up the intakes, as observed on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - Dam Cleaning
Dam workers started to pole the accumulated wood away from the inlet and toward the spillway on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - Dam Cleaning
With the poling completed, the lumber started to flow toward the spillway at Winooski Dam One on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - Dam Cleaning
A log started its journey over the spillway at Winooski Dam One in Winooski, Vermont on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - Dam Cleaning
The wood started to flow over the spillway at Winooski Dam One in Winooski, Vermont on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - Dam Cleaning
A fair amount of the branches and logs came over the spillway at Winooski Dam One in Winooski, Vermont on 9-May-2008.

Winooski - Dam Cleaning
After the completion of the task, the water above the intake of the dam was again much cleaner on 9-May-2008.

Scenery - Green Mountains
The Green Mountains were observed from I-89 near Jonesville, Vermont on 9-May-2008.

Scenery - Green Mountains
A hilltop in the Green Mountains was observed near Waterbury, Vermont on 9-May-2008.

Concord - State Capitol
The 1819-era state capitol building in Concord, New Hampshire was observed on the evening of 9-May-2008.

Concord - State Capitol
The oldest original state capitol structure in the US was observed in Concord, New Hampshire on 9-May-2008.

Concord - State Capitol
A statue of Daniel Webster was captured outside the New Hampshire state capitol in Concord on 9-May-2008.

Concord - State Capitol
A statue of Civil War General George Hamilton Perkins was behind the state capitol in Concord on 9-May-2008.

Concord - State Library
The New Hampshire State Library building in Concord, New Hampshire was built of granite in 1895, seen 9-May-2008.

Concord - Federal Building
The 1889-era Federal Building in Concord, New Hampshire was a legislative office building on 9-May-2008.

Concord - Primary Sign
This sign commemorated New Hampshire's place in the US electoral system as observed on 9-May-2008.

Concord - Primary Display
This display in Concord, New Hampshire honored the winners of past primary elections in the state on 9-May-2008.

Concord - WMUR Truck
WMUR always became the most important television station in the US during the primary, observed on 9-May-2008.

Bath - City Hall
City Hall in Bath, Maine was best known for containing an 1805 Paul Revere bell, observed on 10-May-2008.

Bath - 125 Front Street
Downtown Bath, Maine looked much like this view of Front Street taken on the morning on 10-May-2008.

Bath - Hallet's Clock
The Hallet's Clock in Bath, Maine had been built in 1911 and was originally located in Boston, seen on 10-May-2008.

Bath - Hallet's Clock
This plaque explained how Hallet's Clock had been in Bath, Maine since 1915, as observed on 10-May-2008.

Bath - Farmer's Market
A farmer's market was noted along the waterfront in Bath, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Bath - Train Arrival
The Maine Eastern special excursion train arrived in Bath, Maine on 10-May-20008.

Scenery - Kennebec River
The Kennebec River was observed from on-board the train in Bath, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - New Meadows River
The Maine Eastern train crossed the New Meadows River in West Bath, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Brunswick Common
The common in Brunswick, Maine was observed from the Maine Eastern train on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - First Parish Church
The First Parish Church, at the edge of the Bowdoin College campus in Brunswick, Maine, was seen on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - US 1 at Brunswick
Now on rare trackage, the Maine Eastern train crossed US 1 in Brunswick, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Androscoggin River
The train crossed the Androscoggin River north of Brunswick, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Androscoggin River
Another view of the Androscoggin River was obtained from the rarely-used railroad bridge on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Tower
This unusual residential tower was noted near Cathance, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Cathance River
A cove off of the Cathance River was noted near Cathance, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Cathance River
A swampy area along the Cathance River was captured from the Maine Eastern train near Cathance on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Cathance River
The Cathance River was in the far distance as the train approached Bowdoinham, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Cathance River
A bend in the Cathance River was observed south of Bowdoinham, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Bowdoinham
The Bay Road Bridge over the Cathance River in Bowdoinham, Maine was pictured on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Cathance River
The Cathance River widened north of Bowdoinham, Maine as viewed from the Maine Eastern train on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Swamp
The scenery turned into a swamp as the tracks continued northward from Bowdoinham, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Richmond Creek
The tracks briefly paralleled Richmond Creek near Richmond, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Richmond Creek
Richmond Creek broadened almost to river width near Richmond, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Richmond Creek
The widening in Richmond Creek was observed from the Maine Eastern special train on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Swamp
The forest looked much more like a swamp south of Richmond, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Richmond
Local residents came out to observe the train as it arrived in Richmond, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Richmond
This attractive house was located next to the tracks in Richmond, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Richmond
Main Street in Richmond, Maine was busy as the Maine Eastern special train passed through on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Ravine
A ravine was viewed from the train just outside of Richmond, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Kennebec River
The Kennebec River came into view for the first time since Bath north of Richmond, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Kennebec River
The Kennebec River was observed from the Maine Eastern train south of South Gardiner, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Kennebec River
An unusual piling was noted in the middle of the Kennebec River near South Gardiner, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Kennebec River
Another view of the Kennebec River was obtained from the Maine Eastern train at South Gardiner, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Kennebec River
A look across the Kennebec River at Pittston, Maine was obtained from the Maine Eastern train on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Gardiner
The waterfront in Gardiner, Maine was observed from the passing Maine Eastern train on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Gardiner
A parking lot along the Kennebec River in Gardiner, Maine was almost empty at mid-day on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Gardiner
The bridge carrying highways 126 and 27 across the Kennebec River at Gardiner, Maine was seen on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Kennebec River
The train continued upriver along the west bank of the Kennebec River north of Gardiner, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Kennebec River
The abutments of an old bridge across the Kennebec River were noted south of Augusta, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Milepost P59
These granite mileposts lined the tracks of the Lower Road to Augusta, Maine with distances from Portland on 10-May-2008

Scenery - Kennebec River
The tracks rose slightly above the Kennebec River north of Hallowell, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Kennebec Arsenal
The Kennebec Arsenal was observed from across the Kennebec River in Augusta, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Kennebec Arsenal
The 1830's-era Kennebec Arsenal was hoped to be revitalized in Augusta, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Augusta Smokestack
This smokestack rose above the terrain near the south end of Augusta, Maine as seen from the train on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Kennebec River
The Kennebec River was again observed at Hallowell, Maine as the train now headed south on 10-May-2008.

Hallowell - Train Unloading
The Maine Eastern special unloaded for a layover in Hallowell, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Hallowell - Welcome Sign
The town of Hallowell, Maine surprisingly had a welcome sign despite the rarity of visiting trains on 10-May-2008.

Hallowell - Plaque
This plaque noted on 10-May-2008 pointed out that the area of modern Hallowell was established in a 1629 charter.

Hallowell - City Hall
Hallowell's City Hall was constructed in 1898-1899 for a cost of about $20,000 and was viewed on 10-May-2008.

Hallowell - Post Office
Hallowell's Post Office was designed by architect James Wetmore and opened in 1931, photographed on 10-May-2008.

Hallowell - Water Street
Water Street was Hallowell's commercial center as observed on 10-May-2008.

Hallowell - Water Street
Hallowell's Water Street hosted a variety of arts-related businesses including galleries and antiques on 10-May-2008.

Hallowell - Water Street
The Hallowell Printing Company was one of the newer businesses in the town of Hallowell observed on 10-May-2008.

Hallowell - Water Street
The McAllister Real Estate hosted Hallowell's street clock as observed along Water Street on 10-May-2008.

Hallowell - Antiques Back Side
One of the antique stores in Hallowell, Maine featured this back side observed on 10-May-2008.

Hallowell - Kennebec River
The banks of the Kennebec River, first settled here by Europeans in 1762, were observed in Hallowell on 10-May-2008.

Hallowell - Kennebec River
A tighter view of the Kennebec River in Hallowell, Maine featured the smokestack in Augusta on 10-May-2008.

Hallowell - Library
The 1880 Hubbard Free Library in Hallowell, was the oldest operating library in Maine when observed on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Kennebec River
The old bridge footings were again observed in the Kennebec River south of Hallowell, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Kennebec River
The Kennebec River was again observed from the Maine Easter train near Gardiner, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Swamp
A swamp section was noted along the tracks north of Bowdoinham, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Cathance River
The Cathance River again came into view north of Bowdoinham, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Marsh
Another marsh area was observed north of Bowdoinham, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Bowdoinham
The Bay Road Bridge over the Cathance River was again observed at Bowdoinham, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Androscoggin River
The train again crossed the Androscoggin River near Brunswick, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - New Meadows River
An inlet of the New Meadows River was observed from the train at West Bath, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Train at Bath
The Maine Eastern train crossed the Carlton Bridge over the Kennebec River at Bath, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Train at Wiscasset
The Maine Eastern train ran along the Sheepscot River in Wiscasset, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Scenery - Train at Wiscasset
The Maine Eastern train traversed a trestle along the Sheepscot River in Wiscasset, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Portland - Casco Bay View
Mark Johnson's apartment had a nice view of Casco Bay in Portland, Maine on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Victorian Mansion
The apartment also had a view of the Victorian Mansion in Portland, Maine on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Johnson Guitars
Mark Johnson was working on his handmade guitar project in his apartment workshop on 10-May-2008.

Portland - Johnson Guitars
Mark Johnson demonstrated the woodwork in his acoustic guitar under construction on 10-May-2008.

Portland - Johnson Guitars
The neck of the guitar was engraved with the name of its creator in Portland, Maine on 10-May-2008.

Portland - Johnson Guitars
Mark Johnson inspected his work on the acoustic guitar in his apartment workshop on 10-May-2008.

Portland - Victorian Mansion
The 1860-era Morse-Libby House, better known as the Victorian Mansion, was viewed in Portland, Maine on 11-May-2008.

Portland - McLellan House
The 1801-era McLellan House was also owned by the Portland Museum of Art, restored in 2002 and observed on 11-May-2008.

Portland - C.Q. Clapp House
The 1832-era Charles Quincy Clapp House had recently been acquired by the Museum of Art when viewed on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Pink Tulip Project
The Pink Tulip Project for breast cancer had this display appropriately on Spring Street in Portland seen on 11-May-2008

Portland - Time and Temperature
The bottom of the 1924-era Time and Temperature Building, best known for its display on top, was observed on 11-May-2008

Portland - Public Library
Portland's main public library was located at 5 Monument Square near the center of the city on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Maine Bank and Trust
The Maine Bank and Trust Building, ten stories tall, was on the edge of Monument Square on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Sailors Monument
The Soldiers and Sailors Monument, completed in 1891, was the centerpiece of Monument Square in Portland on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Monument Square
Monument Square in Portland, Maine was very quiet on a Sunday morning, 11-May-2008.

Portland - Monument Square
The Time and Temperature Building was in the background in this view toward Monument Square on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Lobsterman Statue
The Maine Lobsterman Statue was cast in 1939, but had been moved to its Portland location seen on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Moulton Street
A peek down Moulton Street offered a typical view of the Old Port area of Portland, Maine observed on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Old Port
Fore Street ran through the heart of the Old Port area of Portland, Maine as observed on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Old Port
Another look at Fore Street, down the center of the Old Port district of Portland, Maine on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Globe Statue
This public art featuring a globe was noted on the Portland, Maine waterfront on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Freedom Trail Plaque
This plaque described the Freedom Trail through Portland, Maine on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Workingmens Club
The 1904-era Workingmens Club was located along Commercial Street near the Old Port in Portland, Maine on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Grand Trunk Building
The Grand Trunk Building had once been the end of the Grand Trunk Railroad from Canada, seen on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Narrow Gauge End
The only railhead in the area was the end of the tourist Maine Narrow Gauge Railroad on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Cruise Ship Terminal
The new cruise ship terminal on the Portland, Maine waterfront was photographed on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Moontide Garden
Moontide Garden, a 2007 piece of art by Mags Harries and Lajos Heder was observed in Portland, Maine on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Casco Bay
A look out into Casco Bay was attained from the Portland, Maine waterfront on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Observatory
The 1807-era Observatory in Portland, Maine had the last maritime signal tower in operation, observed on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Custom House
The 1872-era Custom House remained in operation on Congress Street in Portland, Maine on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Waterfront
A typical view between the wharfs was obtained in Portland, Maine on a sunny 11-May-2008.

Portland - Commercial Street
Aptly named Commercial Street ran along the waterfront in Portland, Maine on 11-May-2008.

Portland - John Ford Statue
A statue of film director John Ford, surrounded by plaques on his films, was noted in Portland, Maine on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Gorhams Corner
This plaque explained the history of Gorhams Corner in Portland, Maine on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Gorhams Corner
A broader look at Gorham's Corner in Portland, Maine, with the John Ford statue at left, on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Plaque
This plaque greeted visitors to Robert Frost's former farm near Derry, New Hampshire on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Home
The one-time home of Robert Frost near Derry, New Hamsphire was photographed on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Home
The entrance to the home owned by Robert Frost from 1900 to 1911 was observed on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Reclining Chair
A tour guide demonstrated the early version of a reclining chair located inside the Frost farmhouse on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Dictionary
A dictionary from an edition used by Robert Frost was on display in the sitting room of the farmhouse on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Library Card
The book he checked out and a library card bearing Robert Frost's initials was on display at the farm on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Bedroom
The guest bedroom in Frost Farmhouse was observed on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Bed
A closer look at the bed in the Frost Farmhouse guest room revealed how close it was to the ground on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Dining Room
The dining room of the Frost Farm was apparently not usually used for regular meals as observed on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Woodstove
A woodstove similar to that used by the Frosts was located in the dining room on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Stove
This stove was an identical model to that used during the era that Frost family lived in the house, seen 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Side Table
This side table was located in the kitchen next to the stove in the Frost farmhouse on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Wash Basin
This wash basin was located in the Frost farmhouse as observed on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Phone
The Frost farmhouse actually did have a phone installed, an extravagance at the time, observed 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Sink
This stone sink was located in the kitchen of the Frost farmhouse observed on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Coffee Grinder
This coffee grinder was located in the kitchen of the Frost farmhouse on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Kitchen Tools
These kitchen tools from the early 1900's were located in the kitchen of the Frost farmhouse on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Pantry
A broader view of the pantry in the Frost farmhouse was obtained on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Bedroom
Upstairs, this was one of two bedrooms used by Frost's six children as observed on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Bedroom
This was the second of two kids' bedrooms observed on 11-May-2008; no more than four were in the house at one time.

Frost Farm - Toys
These toys were typical of the era and found in the a kids' bedroom of the Frost farmhouse on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Chamber Pot
This chamber pot was located in the kids' bedroom in the Frost farmhouse on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Chamber Pot
When closed, the chamber pot looked like a nightstand in the kids' bedroom of the Frost farmhouse on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Closet
There were few closets in the Frost farmhouse, but the few that existed were large like this one seen 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Bedroom
The master bedroom of the Frost Farmhouse was observed on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Crib
An era crib that would never pass modern safety standards was located in the master bedroom on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Cabinet
This stylish cabinet was located in the master bedroom of the Frost farmhouse on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Attic
The quarters for the hired hands were located in the attic of the farmhouse as observed on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Attic
Some of the furnishings available to the hired hands were observed in the attic of the Frost farmhouse on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Attic
A closer look at the architecture of the attic of the farmhouse was photographed on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Washroom
Technically not an outhouse since it was connected to the main building, this washroom was noted on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Graffiti
Graffiti by the later Van Dyne and Lee family owners of the Frost Farm was observed in the washroom on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Woodpile
This room between the house and the barn was used for the storage of fuel wood as observed on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Barn
The inside of the barn on the Frost farm site was observed above its historical exhibits on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Barn
The roof of the barn in the frost farm had been restored with the rest of the house in 1975 and was seen 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Barn Basement
The basement of the barn on the Frost farm was observed full of equipment on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Barn Basement
While Frost was not known for farming prowess, he did have adequate equipment in his barn as seen on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Fields
The Frost Farm included 30 acres of land, some of which was observed from the house on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Stone Wall
The property of the Frost Farm was bounded by stone walls such as this one noted on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Fields
A view back toward the house was obtained from the far end of the fields at the Frost farm on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Hyla Brook
Hyla Brook ran through the Frost Farm and was running in the spring on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Mending Wall
This was the Mending Wall that Napolean Guay insisted be fixed as immortalized by Frost, observed 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Garter Snake
A Garter Snake was waiting in the woods near the Hyla Brook at the Frost Farm on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Hyla Creek
Another view of Hyla Creek running through the Frost Farm site as observed on 11-May-2008.

Frost Farm - Pond
The pond that inspired much poetry was located just downhill from the house on the Frost Farm as seen on 11-May-2008.

Portland - Departing Train
An Amtrak Downeaster prepared to depart Portland, Maine on the close track as observed on 12-May-2008.

Scenery - Fore River
The tracks crossed the Fore River as the train departed Portland, Maine on 12-May-2008.

Scenery - Fore River
The ship Brussel was docked along the Fore River as the train departed Portland on 12-May-2008.

Scenery - Marshes
The tracks ran along the marshes approaching Old Orchard Beach, Maine on 12-May-2008.

Scenery - Marshes
Another view of the marshes along Nonesuch Cove north of Old Orchard Beach, Maine on 12-May-2008.

Scenery - Old Orchard Beach
The amusement park at Old Orchard Beach, Maine was observed from the Amtrak Downeaster on 12-May-2008.

Scenery - Old Orchard Beach
The ferris wheel at the Old Orchard Beach amusement park was captured on the morning of 12-May-2008.

Scenery - Saco River
The train crossed the Saco River between Saco and Biddeford, Maine on 12-May-2008.

Scenery - Dover Water Tower
This water tower rose above the tracks in Dover, New Hampshire on 12-May-2008.

Scenery - Durham
The University of New Hampshire athletic fields in Durham, New Hampshire were observed on 12-May-2008.

Scenery - Exeter River
The tracks ran along the Exeter River north of Exeter, New Hampshire on 12-May-2008.

Scenery - Haverhill
The tracks crossed above Washington Street in Haverhill, Massachusetts on 12-May-2008.

Scenery - Merrimack River
The Amtrak Downeaster crossed the Merrimack River south of Haverhill, Massachusetts on 12-May-2008.

Scenery - Zakim Bridge Train
A MBTA commuter train departed Boston's North Station beneath the Zakim Bridge as observed from the train on 12-May-2008

Boston - Train Arrival
Amtrak's Downeaster train #682 sat at Boston's North Station after its arrival from Portland, Maine on 12-May-2008.

Boston - North Station
The interior of Boston's North Station had radically improved since my last visit as observed on 12-May-2008.

Boston - Skyline
The Boston Back Bay skyline was observed from the classic Red Line subway view crossing the Charles River on 13-May-2008

Scenery - Neponset River
The Neponset River looking upriver was viewed from a Greenbush Line commuter rail train on 13-May-2008.

Scenery - Junction
The commuter train left the old mainline for the Greenbush Line at a junction called Green on 13-May-2008.

Scenery - East Hingham
After passing through the infamous Hingham Tunnel, the train arrived at East Hingham, Massachusetts on 13-May-2008.

Scenery - North Scituate
The station area around North Scituate, Massachusetts was observed from the Greenbush Line train on 13-May-2008.

Scenery - Greenbush
Like most commuter rail termini, Greenbush was basically a big parking lot as observed on 13-May-2008.

Scenery - Scituate Marsh
This marsh in Scituate, Massachusetts was observed from the Greenbush Line train on 13-May-2008.

Scenery - Back River Marsh
The Back River Marsh in Weymouth, Massachusetts was observed from the Greenbush Line train on 13-May-2008.

Scenery - Monatiquot River
The Monatiquot River near the Weymouth Landing station was observed from the Greenbush Line on 13-May-2008.

Scenery - Monatiquot River
The Monatiquot River widened near Weymouth Landing, Massachusetts on the Greenbush Line on 13-May-2008.

Scenery - Neponset River
The train again crossed the Neponset River, this time looking toward Boston Harbor, on 13-May-2008.

Boston - South Station Acelas
Amtrak Acela high-speed trains were noted at Boston's South Station on 13-May-2008.

Boston - Old Red Line Map
An old 1500-series Red Line car had its old map revealed, noted while riding on 13-May-2008.

Scenery - Grackle
A grackle was noted on a tree near the Mystic River in Medford, Massachusetts on 13-May-2008.

Scenery - Train at Mystic River
An Amtrak Downeaster train crossed the Mystic River in Medford, Massachusetts on 13-May-2008.

Scenery - Train at Mystic River
The cab car advertising Amtrak's Downeaster service crossed the Mystic River in Medford, Massachusetts on 13-May-2008.

Scenery - Train at Mystic River
An MBTA commuter train was reflected in the Mystic River at Medford, Massachusetts on 13-May-2008.

Scenery - Quaboag River
Now aboard the Amtrak Lake Shore Limited, the Quaboag River in Massachusetts was noted on 14-May-2008.

Scenery - Springfield
The skyline of Springfield, Massachusetts was captured from Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited on 14-May-2008.

Scenery - Connecticut River
Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited crossed the Connecticut River at Springfield, Massachusetts on 14-May-2008.

Scenery - Connecticut River
The Springfield skyline and the Connecticut River were viewed from an Amtrak train on 14-May-2008.

Scenery - Westfield River
Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited crossed the Westfield River at Russell, Massachusetts in the Berkshires on 14-May-2008.

Scenery - Westfield River
The train again crossed the Westfield River at Huntington, Massachusetts as it climbed the Berkshires on 14-May-2008.

Scenery - Stone Arch Bridge
An original 1840 stone arch bridge made redundant by re-alignment was viewed near Chester, Massachusetts on 14-May-2008.

Scenery - Berkshires
A view of the Berkshire Mountains in the spring was obtained near Beckett, Massachusetts on 14-May-2008.

Scenery - Swamp
After cresting the summit of the Berkshires, this swamp was noted near Hinsdale, Massachusetts on 14-May-2008.

Scenery - Richmond Pond
Richmond Pond was viewed from Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited at Camp Russell, Massachusetts on 14-May-2008.

Scenery - Train at Albany
The equipment from the Boston section of Amtrak's Lake Shore Limited was noted heading for the shop on 14-May-2008.

Scenery - Albany Skyline
The skyline of Albany, New York was observed from Rensselaer on 15-May-2008.

Scenery - Train at Albany
Amtrak's Maple Leaf train arrived at the station in Rensselaer, New York on 15-May-2008.

Scenery - Hudson River
The train approached the Hudson River in Rensselaer, New York on 15-May-2008.

Scenery - Hudson River
A look upriver was obtained as the Maple Leaf crossed the Hudson River at Rensselaer, New York on 15-May-2008.

Scenery - Erie Canal
Amtrak's Maple Leaf crossed the Erie Canal near Utica, New York on 15-May-2008.

Scenery - Peace Bridge
The train passed the Peace Bridge between Canada and the United States near Buffalo, New York on 15-May-2008.

Scenery - Whirlpool Bridge
The old Michigan Central Railway Bridge stood next to the Whirlpool Bridge over the Niagara River on 15-May-2008.

Scenery - Whirlpool Bridge
A view of the Niagara River below Niagara Falls was obtained from the railroad Whirlpool Bridge on 15-May-2008.
Toronto Spring, 2008

Jane's Walk - David Crombie
Former mayor David Crombie prepared to start his Jane's Walk outside the High Park subway station on 3-May-2008.

Janes Walk - David Crombie
David Crombie enjoyed a piece of his old campaign literature before starting a Jane's Walk at High Park on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - David Crombie
David Crombie held up the "tea ad" from his mayoral campaign before the Jane's Walk at High Park on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Crowd at High Park
The crowd gathered at 10:00 on 3-May-2008 for David Crombie's Jane's Walk was pictured at High Park station.

Jane's Walk - Crombie and McLeod
David Crombie introduced Swansea historian Norm McLeod before the start of his Jane's Walk on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Crombie and McLeod
On 3-May-2008, Norm McLeod showed a picture showing the fill required to put Bloor Street through the Wendigo Ravine.

Jane's Walk - Wendigo Ravine
The dip in the road that was once the Wendigo Ravine was captured on Bloor Street on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Wendigo Ravine
This view down from Bloor Street demonstrated amount of fill necessary at Wendigo Ravine as shown on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - "Mini" Site
The Parkview Gardens entrance to the High Park subway station was once the site of the "Mini" pools, captured 3-May-2008

Jane's Walk - "Mini" Photo
Norm McLeod showed a picture of the "Mini" pools that once existed near High Park, photographed 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Joy Station
A Joy Gas Station had existed at 1947 Bloor Street West from 1937 to 1986; its picture was shown on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Runnymede Library
The Runnymede Library had been the main library serving Swansea and had been expanded by this 3-May-2008 view.

Jane's Walk - Bloor West
The Bloor West Village shopping district had not gained its name until after the subway's arrival, seen 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Dr. Generosity
What on 3-May-2008 was a Dr. Generosity store on Bloor Street had been a funeral home when David Crombie was a kid.

Jane's Walk - Bloor Meat Market
The Bloor Meat Market on Bloor Street had been run by a one-armed butcher in Crombie's childhood, observed 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - McDonald's
Despite being a new building, the Runnymede McDonald's demonstrated how it fit into its environment on 3-May-2008.

Toronto - Fire Station 424
Fire Station #424, on Runnymede north of Bloor, was designed to fit into the neighborhood as seen on 1-May-2008.

Toronto - Czechoslovak Church
The Czechoslovak Baptist Church on Annette Street in Toronto was captured on 1-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Runnymede Theater
Norm McLeod held up a picture of the former appearance of the Runnymede Theater during the Jane's Walk on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Runnymede Theater
The contemporary appearance of the Runnymede Theater, as a Chapters Bookstore, was observed on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Old Laura Secord
The old Laura Secord store at Bloor and Durie Street was revealing its old sign on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - The Runnymede
The Runnymede could only be four stories tall because of the size of fire equipment in Swansea, seen 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - St. Olave's
The 1920's-era St. Olave's Anglican Church was the oldest congregation in Swansea, observed on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Windermere Church
The Windermere United Church dated from 1925 as a community center, observed on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Windermere
The Jane's Walk group paused for a talk by David Crombie on Windermere Avenue in Swansea on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - 319 Windermere
The building at 319 Windermere Avenue in Swansea certainly had an interesting exterior on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Fire Station 425
The old Swansea volunteer Fire Station (Toronto's #425) was designed to blend into the neighborhood on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Swansea Town Hall
The community had saved Swansea Town Hall as a community center, as observed on 3-May-2008.

Toronto - Roy Carless Speech
Swansea native political cartoonist Roy Carless spoke at Swansea Town Hall in Toronto on 7-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - 98 Lavinia
The house at 98 Lavinia in Swansea had been built in the evenings like many in the neighborhood, seen 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Swansea School
Three of the many expansions of the school in Swansea were observed in view 3-May-2008 view.

Jane's Walk - School Yard
The vast Swansea School Yard had once been a landfill and was observed on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Rennie Park
Rennie Park, just across from the school, was the main recreation center of Swansea observed in the rain on 3-May-2008.

Toronto - Gerard Kennedy
Liberal Party candidate Gerard Kennedy presented his Carbon Challenge to the Parkdale/High Park riding on 9-April-2008.

Jane's Walk - White Oak
The first stop on the Humber Jane's Walk was this White Oak tree on Jane Street, photographed on 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - White Oak
A closer look at the 250+ year old white oak, once on the Toronto Carrying Place, on Jane Street on 5-May-2008.

Toronto - Jane Street Tulips
Some blooming tulips were noted in a sidewalk garden on Jane Street on 5-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Bus 7348
The 26 Dupont bus was often getting new coaches, but Flyer D40-LF (low-floor) still had the assignment on 4-May-2008.

Toronto - Old Mill Bridge
The 1916 version of the Old Mill Bridge replaced an earlier one destroyed by an ice thaw, photographed 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Halford Avenue
The city of Toronto had agreed to maintain the brick pavement of Halford Avenue observed on 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Halford Avenue
A closer look at the two kinds of bricks used on Halford Avenue in Toronto near the Old Mill Bridge on 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Halford Avenue
An older brick was mixed in the middle of newer restoration on Halford Avenue in Toronto on 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Halford Avenue
The bricks of the Halford Avenue restoration were viewed to the west toward the Humber River on 5-May-2008.

Toronto - 97 Old Mill Drive
The multiple stories of the house at 97 Old Mill Drive showed the slope of the Humber River ravine on 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Dry Stone Wall
This dry stone wall on Halford Lane was one of the largest in the city of Toronto when photographed on 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Dry Stone Wall
The dry stone wall on Halford Lane allowed water to flow through the wall, avoiding slides as observed on 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Halford Lane Sign
Many homes on the slope had addresses on a lower road but were accessed by a higher lane, shown on 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Lessard Park
Lessard Park above the Humber River in Toronto has been a famous overlook for more than a century, captured 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Lessard Park
The view of the Old Mill site from Lessard Park would soon include another high-rise building on 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Belt Line
The Belt Line Railway once came off a trestle at what was the end of Humbercrest Lane in Toronto on 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Belt Line
Humbercrest Lane in Toronto had once been the Belt Line Railway right of way until 1894, seen on 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Carrying Place
This marker along Humbercrest Boulevard commemorated the Toronto Carrying Place, photographed on 27-April-2008.

Toronto - 75 Humbercrest
Not much seems to be known about this older home in Baby Point at 75 Humbercrest observed on 5-May-2008.

Toronto - Baby Point Circle
This traffic circle stood at Baby Point and Humbercrest in the Baby Point area of Toronto on 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Teiaiagon Plaque
This plaque paid homage to the Iroquois village of Teiaiagon which once stood in the Baby Point area, seen 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Baby Point Club
The Baby Point Club occupied the approximate site of Teiaiagon as observed on 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Baby Point Club
A cricket field was part of the facilities at the Baby Point Club captured in Toronto on 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Baby Point Road
Development of Baby Point began in 1912, and was observed on Baby Point Road on 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Baby Point Lane
The view at Baby Point Lane indicates the slope that made the area good for a fort, observed 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Baby Point Lane
A look back up was taken from approximately Humber River level back up at Baby Point on 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Skunk Cabbage
Skunk cabbage was among the foliage in the Magwood Park wetlands along the Humber River on 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Thunderbird Mound
This possible Thunderbird Mound was located near the east end of Magwood Park, photographed on 5-May-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
The spring trees were just starting to get their leaves along the Humber River in Toronto on 27-April-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
A closer look at some of the spring foliage along the Humber River was obtained on 27-April-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
One of the weirs along the Humber River below Baby Point was photographed on 27-April-2008.

Toronto - Red-Winged Blackbird
One of the clear signs of spring was the arrival of the Red-Winged Blackbirds like this one on 11-April-2008.

Toronto - Red-Winged Blackbird
A male Red-Winged Blackbird enjoyed the grass in Magwood Park along the Humber River on 27-April-2008.

Toronto - Red-Winged Blackbird
A male Red-Winged Blackbird took to flight above the Humber River in Toronto on 27-April-2008.

Toronto - Cardinal
A male Cardinal was spotted along the Humber River near the Old Mill on 5-May-2008.

Toronto - Cardinal
A female Cardinal was noted in the same area as the male near Old Mill in Toronto on 5-May-2008.

Toronto - Flycatcher
What was likely a Yellow-Bodied Flycatcher sat near the Humber River on 5-May-2008.

Toronto - Flycatcher
The probable Yellow-Bodied Flycatcher took to flight near the Humber River on 5-May-2008.

Toronto - Flycatcher
The Yellow-Bodied Flycatcher landed again on the same bush near the Humber River on 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Cormorants
All the cormorants along the Humber River seemed to decide to rest in this tree during the Jane's Walk on 3-May-2008.

Toronto - Cormorants
A pair of cormorants swam in the Humber River in Toronto on 27-April-2008.

Toronto - Cormorant
A cormorant took off from the Humber River in Toronto on 27-April-2008.

Toronto - Cormorant
A cormorant flew above the Humber River in Toronto on 27-April-2008.

Toronto - Cormorant
A cormorant flapped its wings above the Humber River in Toronto on 27-April-2008.

Jane's Walk - Lambton House
The ultimate destination of the Humber Jane's Walk was the Lambton House near Dundas Street, seen 5-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Lambton House
The Humber Room in the Lambton House was a ladies' sitting room and housed displays on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Lambton House
The fireplace in the Humber Room of the Lambton House was an original 1848 feature of the house seen on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Lambton House
The Howland Room of the Lambton House had once been the men's beverage room; the south fireplace restored, 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Lambton House
This portrait of Sir William Pierce Howland sat over the original north fireplace in the Lambton House on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Lambton House
The stairs in the Lambton House had a much shallower pitch than in a modern building, as observed on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Lambton House
The upper hallway of the Lambton House was a mixture of original pieces and 2002 restorations, seen 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Lambton House
These pieces of furniture sat at the top of the steps in the Lambton House as observed on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Lambton House
Guide Madeleine McDowell showed off the original pine board flooring in a room of the Lambton House on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Lambton House
The original wall was revealed in this room of the Lambton House in Toronto on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Lambton House
The balcony of the Lambton House was opened for observation in Toronto on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Lambton House
Some of the brickwork on the Lambton House was observed from the balcony on 3-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Lambton House
The view from the balcony at the Lambton House looked out at a much narrower street than the historically on 3-May-2008.

Toronto - White-Lipped Snail
A White-Lipped Snail was noted moving along Varsity Road in Toronto near Lambton House on 3-May-2008.

Toronto - Ferret
A ferret, perhaps escaped from a residential home, enjoyed the Humber River in Toronto on 29-April-2008.

Toronto - Canada Goose
A Canada Goose decided to get its tongue out while swimming in the Humber River on 27-April-2008.

Toronto - Canada Goose
A closer look at a Canada Goose making use of its tongue in the Humber River on 27-April-2008.

Toronto - Expressway Train
Westbound Canadian Pacific Expressway train #121 crossed the Humber River in Toronto on 29-April-2008.

Toronto - Local Train
Canadian Pacific's "Obico Industrial" Job returned to Lambton Yard over the Humber River on 29-April-2008.

Toronto - New GO Train
New MP40PH-3C locomotive #608 provided the power for GO commuter train #159 at the Humber River on 5-May-2008.

Toronto - New GO Train
One of the first new 12-car GO trains, Milton Line train #158, accelerated out of Kipling station on 10-April-2008.

Toronto - Signal Bridge Sunset
A Canadian Pacific locomotive sat beneath a signal bridge near Obico Yard in Toronto on 15-April-2008.

Toronto - CN Tower
The CN Tower was observed from an overlook of the Humber River near Lambton Yard on 29-April-2008.

Jane's Walk - Annex Street Sign
At 10:00 on 4-May-2008, a group met for the Jane's Walk through the Annex in Toronto, Jane Jacobs' adopted neighborhood

Jane's Walk - Angus Skene
Architect Angus Skene started the Annex Jane's Walk near the St. George subway station on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Angus Skene
Angus Skene drew a map on the sidewalk of Toronto to provide context for the Jane's Walk through the Annex on 4-May-2008

Jane's Walk - Chalk Map
The completed chalk map of Toronto in the 1880's remained on the sidewalk of St. George Street on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - 135 St. George
The 1892-built Romanesque Revival home of businessman George Gooderham stood at 135 St. George Street on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - 94 Prince Arthur
Another example of Richardsonian Romanesque architecture was this building at 94 Prince Arthur Ave on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - 94 Prince Arthur
The Alpha Delta Phi fraternity now lived in the building at 94 Prince Arthur Avenue on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Huron Street
Most of the houses in the Annex were built between 1903 and 1910, including many on Huron Street on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - 480 Huron Street
The building at 480-482 Huron Street demonstrated the semi-detached design quite common in the Annex on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - 308 Bloor Street
The 1889-era Bloor Street United Church at 308 Bloor Street featured this tower on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - 308 Bloor Street
When Bloor Street was expanded in the 1920's, the United Church had to build this new entrance to the side on 4-May-2008

Jane's Walk - Madison Avenue
This section of Madison Avenue demonstrated the standard 50 foot lot in the Annex on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Madison Avenue
The building at 16-18 Madison Avenue showed an attempt to separate semi-detached structures on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Madison Avenue
This fine detailing was found on a Richardsonian Romanesque style building at 19 Madison Avenue on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - In-fill
Next to 27 Madison in the Annex was this example of in-fill development behind the street-facing buildings on 4-May-2008

Jane's Walk - In-fill
A closer look at the public housing built as in-fill behind the buildings on Madison Avenue was attained on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - 37 Madison
This 1895 building by E.J. Lennox represented a Toronto adaptation of architectural design on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - 37 Madison
This porthole at 37 Madison allowed one to wait out of the elements for a carriage, seen on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - 39 Madison
Next door at 39 Madison, the William Morris Arts and Crafts movement influence could be seen on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - 34 Madison
The house at 34 Madison started to show the influence of the Queen Anne style of Richard Norman Shaw on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - 35 Spadina Road
This 1920's-era apartment building at 35 Spadina Road in Toronto was once home to Sir Henry Pellat, seen 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - 160 Lowther Avenue
This high-rise at 160 Lowther Avenue was one of several in the Annex designed by Uno Prii in the 1960's, seen 4-May-2008

Jane's Walk - Walmer Road
Walmer Road in the Annex was a rare curved street, designed to evoke the English countryside, photographed on 4-May-2008

Jane's Walk - 15 Dalton Road
This building at 15 Dalton Road was another good Arts and Crafts example on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Brunswick Ave
Heading west toward Brunswick Avenue, 25 foot lots started to dominate as seen on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - St. Albans
St. Albans' Anglican Church was supposed to be built in the Annex, but was never finished as seen on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - 69 Albany
Jane Jacobs' onetime residence at 69 Albany in the Annex was the destination of the Jane's Walk on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - In-fill
Another example of in-fill was located at 341 Brunswick in the Annex as seen on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - 109 Walmer Road
109 Walmer Road was a special home in the Annex, bent such that some of the building faced true south on 4-May-2008.

Toronto - Tibet March
Protesters marched down the sidewalk of Queen Street in Toronto in support of Tibet on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - White Squirrel Way
The White Squirrel Way sign, for one of Toronto's newest streets, marked the start of the Hidden City walk on 4-May-2008

Jane's Walk - Nick Purdon
The host of CBC's "Hidden City" radio series, Nick Purdon, spoke at the beginning of the Jane's Walk on 4-May-2008.

Toronto - Sanitarium Wall
A portion of the onetime wall of a sanitarium was noted near White Squirrel Way in Toronto on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Sanitarium
The crowd for the Jane's Walk headed through the site of the 1850 Provincial Lunatic Asylum on 4-May-2008.

Toronto - CAMH
The entrance to the modern Centre for Addiction and Mental Health in Toronto was noted on 4-May-2008.

Toronto - CAMH Plaque
A plaque explaining the history of the Provincial Lunatic Aslyum was posted on the modern building on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Sanitarium
The crowd gathered for a talk on mental health in the Hidden City near the sanitarium walls on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Ira Basen
Ira Basen, producer of the CBC "Hidden City" radio series, spoke during the Jane's Walk on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Squirrel
While not a white squirrel, this one manage to distract the Jane's Walk participants on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Sanitarium Walls
The onetime walls of the Provincial Lunatic Asylum were observed as part of the Hidden City Jane's Walk on 4-May-2008.

Toronto - Tibet Protest
During the Jane's Walk, a full protest of China's Tibet policies walked by on Queen Street on 4-May-2008.

Toronto - Tibet Protest
The centerpiece of the Tibet protest was this non-Olympic torch being carried down Queen Street on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Street Tree
The remains of a tree along Queen Street were used to talk about the plight of trees in the city on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Garrison Creek
Garrison Creek surfaced briefly in Trinity Bellwoods Park, typical of buried waterways in Toronto, viewed on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Garrison Creek
The Jane's Walk continued into Trinity-Bellwoods Park after stopping at Garrison Creek on 4-May-2008.

Toronto - Garrison Creek
This sign was all that remained of Garrison Creek where it passed under Crawford Street in Toronto on 4-May-2008.

Toronto - Garrison Creek
A "bridge" of sorts did remain at Garrison Creek where it had been filled in at Crawford Street on 4-May-2008.

Toronto - Garrison Creek
A closer look at the remains of the bridge over Garrison Creek at Crawford Street was observed on 4-May-2008.

Toronto - Garrison Creek
These plaques paid homage to the fish species that once lived in Garrison Creek in Toronto on 4-May-2008.

Toronto - Garrison Creek
This plaque described the smallest fish that were once found in Garrison Creek in Toronto, photographed on 4-May-2008.

Toronto - Garrison Creek
This plaque described the Northern Pike, the largest fish once found in Garrison Creek in Toronto on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Trinity Gates
The gates to Trinity-Bellwoods Park in Toronto had once been part of Trinity College as observed on 4-May-2008.

Toronto - Trinity Bellwoods Park
The expanse of Trinity Bellwoods Park in Toronto was observed during the Jane's Walk on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Public Washrooms
The public washrooms in the park were found to be closed, a theme of the Hidden City Jane's Walk on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Hidden City Guides
Nick Purdon, Ira Basen, and Wendy Mendes, the guides to the "Hidden City" Jane's Walk, were pictured on 4-May-2008.

Toronto - Dundas Street Alley
After the Hidden City walk, it seemed appropriate to note this alley off of Dundas Street in Toronto on 4-May-2008.

Toronto - Crawford Street Feline
This cat had just given up on pursuing a bird along Crawford Street in Toronto on 4-May-2008.

Toronto - Dundas Street Garden
This nice garden was noted in the Portugese area of Toronto along Dundas Street on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Subway and Allen
A final Jane's Walk started at the Glencairn subway station in the middle of the Allen Expressway on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Allen Guides
Helen Juhola and Pleasance Crawford led the Jane's Walk on what could have all become an Expressway on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Viewmount Park
Viewmount Park along the east side of the Allen Expressway was noted along the Jane's Walk on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Damaged Tree
This tree in Viewmount Park was noted to have damage from road salt during the Jane's Walk on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Plane Trees
Plane Trees (without leaves) were noted on Briar Hill Avenue in Toronto during the Jane's Walk on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - End of the Allen
The end of the Allen Expressway at Eglinton was observed from Elm Ridge Drive on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Norway Maple
This Norway Maple was noted along Park Hill Road in Toronto during the Jane's Walk on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Belt Line
The one-time right-of-way of the Belt Line Railroad was noted north of Eglinton Avenue in Toronto on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - End of the Allen
All of the homes across this photo would have been part of the Expressway right-of-way, observed on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Cedarvale Ravine
The participants in the Jane's Walk descended into the Cedarvale Ravine in Toronto on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Cedarvale Ravine
The CN Tower was noted off in the distance from the Cedarvale Ravine in Toronto on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Cedarvale Ravine
The group descended further into Cedarvale Ravine, perturbed only by the subway below, on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Glen Cedar Bridge
The Glen Cedar bridge was observed from the Cedarvale Ravine during the Jane's Walk on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Glen Cedar Bridge
The Glen Cedar Bridge had been a car structure, but only served pedestrians on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Cedarvale Ravine
These cattails made it obvious that the Cedarvale Ravine was a wetland as observed during the Jane's Walk on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Bathurst Street
The trail in the Cedarvale Ravine passed under the Bathurst Street Bridge in Toronto on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Cedarvale Ravine
More evidence of the wetlands in the Cedarvale Ravine was observed during the Jane's Walk on 4-May-2008.

Jane's Walk - Cedarvale Ravine
The southeast end of the Cedarvale Ravine was reached, ending the Jane's Walk at dusk on 4-May-2008.

Toronto - St. Andrews Sunset
St. Andrews Presbyterian Church, dating from 1876, was observed near sunset in Toronto on 30-April-2008.

Toronto - Billboard
This Diamond Shreddies billboard along Islington Avenue demonstrated the banality of advertising on 19-April-2008.

Toronto - Doctor & Medical Art
Dr. Josh Galanter looked over an art display about cancer at Nathan Philips Square in Toronto 20-May-2008.

Toronto - St. Paul's Runnymede
I started Toronto Doors Open 2008 with St. Paul's, Runnymede Anglican church in my neighborhood on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - St. Paul's Runnymede
The interior of the 1928 St. Paul's Church was a classic Anglican architecture as observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - St. Paul's Runnymede
Note the celestory roof and the shape of the arches, all classic Anglican features at St. Paul's Church on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - St. Paul's Runnymede
The sanctuary area of St. Paul's featured three stained glass windows of lesser-known Bible stories, seen 24-May-2008.

Toronto - St. Paul's Runnymede
The former baptistry at St. Paul's Church was near the front right of the church on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - St. Paul's Runnymede
My favorite of 15 stained glass windows at St. Paul's was this tribute to Biblical leaders captured on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - St. Paul's Runnymede
This tall stained glass window at St. Paul's had the theme of Teaching at the Temple as observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - St. Paul's Runnymede
This stained glass window at St. Paul's was themed on Jesus Healing as seen on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - St. Paul's Runnymede
The Women's Ministry was featured in this stained glass window at St. Paul's Runnymede Church on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - St. Paul's Runnymede
This stained glass window featured the Promise of Rest at St. Paul's Church in Toronto on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - St. Paul's Runnymede
The Crucifixion was the subject of this tall stained glass window at St. Paul's Church in Toronto on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - St. Paul's Runnymede
The Ascension of Christ was commemorated on this stained glass window at St. Paul's Church on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - St. Paul's Runnymede
The largest stained glass window at St. Paul's was entitled The Light of the World as observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
The 22-acre D.W. Harvey Shops of the Toronto Transit Commission were a part of Doors Open on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
A disabled Wheel-Trans vehicle entered TTC's Harvey Shops on 24-May-2008, proving it an active repair facility.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
The cabinets at the entrance to the Harvey Shops show equipment once repaired there, photographed 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
A portrait of D.W. Harvey, General Manager of the TTC from 1924 to 1938, was outside the shops on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
TTC Canadian Light Rail Vehicle (CLRV) #4068 was under repair on one of the Harvey Shops' 52 work bays on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
A pair of CRLV's was under overhaul in the TTC's Harvey Shops on 24-May-2008. CRLV's are better known as streetcars.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
The rear end of CRLV #4064 was observed at the TTC Harvey Shops during Doors Open on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
Even under repair at the TTC's Harvey Shops, CRLV #4082 was short-turning on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
These armatures from subway car traction motors were in various states of repair on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
An alternator from a subway "H5" car was in the Harvey Shops for refurbishing on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
The complete traction motor from a subway "H5" car sat under repair at the Harvey Shops on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
The somewhat larger traction motor for a more modern "T1" subway car was also in the TTC Harvey Shops on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
A set of traction motors from the CRLV streetcars had just entered the Harvey Shops for repair of 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
This traction motor from a CRLV streetcar was almost completely refurbished at the Harvey Shops on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
This large rubber rings help give the streetcars a comfortable ride as observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
The truck of a CRLV streetcar was stripped down for refurbishment at the Harvey Shops on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
The truck from a CLRV streetcar was almost ready to be placed back under the car on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
An axle from a ARLV (Articulated Light Rail Vehicle) sat in front of the set of CRLV axles on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
A crown gear and pinion from a CRLV axle was observed at the TTC's Harvey Shops on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
Brake shoes before and after refurbishment were noted at the TTC's Harvey Shops on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
A 250-ton wheel press was used to assemble the streetcar axles as observed at the Harvey Shops on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
This transfer table was used to move streetcars to their repair bays inside the Harvey Shops, seen on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
The tracks that are used to run the transfer table inside the TTC Harvey Shops were observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
The CRLV's were undergoing an overhaul cycle, so this view of so many in adjacent bays was not unusual on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
Three CRLV's sat in various stages of overhaul inside the TTC's Harvey Shops in Toronto on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
TTC Orion V bus #7014 demonstrated how this series of bus was having its side retrofitted on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
Another Orion V bus, TTC #7043, had already received its new fiberglass sides as observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
The 1999-era Flyer D40-LF buses were undergoing a class overhaul in 2008, witness #7316 at the Harvey Shops on 24-May.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
A member of the 662-bus strong fleet of diesel Orion VII buses, TTC #7657, was finishing wreck repairs on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
A Wheel-Trans vehicle for handicapped service was noted under repair at the Harvey Shops on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
These wood forms to make a mold were an example of the trade work still possible at the Harvey Shops on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
The sprinkler system protected the entire TTC Harvey Shops off Bathurst Street on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
The TTC repairs its own driver's seats, this one next to a very large drill noted during Doors Open on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
Two driver's seats in various states of repair were noted during Doors Open Toronto on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
These seats were ready to be installed in TTC buses at the Harvey Shops on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
Three states of repair of TTC seats were noted at the Harvey Shops on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
A collection of street and bus windows were stockpiled at the TTC Harvey Shops on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
TTC #2766 was the last Peter Witt to operate in regular service on 24-April-1963, seen on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
The Motorman's seat on TTC Peter Witt streetcar #2766 was observed in the Harvey Shops on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
The interior of Peter Witt streetcar #2766 was observed at the TTC Harvey Shops on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
Another look at the interior of Peter Witt streetcar #2766 was obtained at the Harvey Shops on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
One of the paint booths at the Harvey Shops was observed on 24-May-2008. It cost about $4000 to repaint a bus.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
The interior of one of the paint booths at the TTC Harvey Shops was open for traversal on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
A close-up of ventilation and lighting inside a paint booth seen on 24-May-2008. It took 112 person hours to paint a bus

Toronto - TTC Harvey Shops
A Motor Coach Industries TC40-102N bus, TTC #6253, sat in the dead line at the Harvey Shops on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - Gardiner Museum
The Gardiner Museum of Ceramic Art was observed across from the Royal Ontario Museum in Toronto on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Victoria College
The main building of Victoria College, an arts and science college within the University of Toronto, on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Emmanuel College
The entrance to the University of Toronto's Emmanuel College, a United Church theological school, seen on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Emmanuel College
The lobby of the main Emmanuel College building was observed just off of Queen's Park Crescent on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Emmanuel College
Typical windows found in the 1931-era Emmanuel College building were observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Emmanuel College
A large classroom in the Emmanuel College building, completed in 1931, was photographed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Emmanuel College
The library in Emmanuel College was a part of the larger Victoria University and University of Toronto on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Emmanuel College
The chapel in Emmanuel College had served the United Church since 1931, photographed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Emmanuel College
This Amnesty International quilt was a reminder of links between the college and the NGO, observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Annesley Hall
The entrance to Annesley Hall, the first dorm on the University of Toronto campus designed for women, seen 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Annesley Hall
A typical dorm room inside Annesley Hall on the University of Toronto campus was photographed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Annesley Hall
Some of the surviving original-design ceilings in the 1903-era Annesley Hall were captured on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Annesley Hall
The Music Room in Canada's first dorm for women, Annesley Hall, was observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Annesley Hall
Another look at the Music Room in the University of Toronto's Annesley Hall was seen on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Rare Book Library
The Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library's exterior was observed on the University of Toronto campus on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Rare Book Library
The interior of the 1973-era Thomas Fisher Rare Book Library was observed during Doors Open on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Rare Book Library
The Thomas Fisher Rare Book library contained over 600,000 volumes when observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Rare Book Library
The impressive interior actually contained less than 1/16th of collection of the Rare Book Library on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Rare Book Library
A 17th century Book of Esther scroll was one of the rare books in the Thomas Fisher Library collection on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Rare Book Library
An Egyptian Pentateuch from about 1000 CE was amongst the books on display during Doors Open Toronto on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Rare Book Library
An Egyptian Old Testament dating from about 1000 CE was on display at the Rare Books Library on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Rare Book Library
A 17th-Century Quran featuring real gold in its decorations was on display at the Rare Books Library on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Rare Book Library
A 1570-era multi-lingual Bible with commentary in each language was on display on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Newman Centre
The 1890-era Matthews House served as the University of Toronto's Newman Centre, a Catholic Mission, seen 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Newman Centre
The sitting room of the Matthews House included an original fireplace as observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Newman Centre
A skylight provided natural light to the sitting room of the Matthews House, acting as the Newman Centre, on 24-May-2008

Toronto - UT Newman Centre
Cardinal John Henry Newman, for whom the Newman Centre was named, was commemorated in stained glass seen on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Newman Centre
The ceiling in the Newman Room of the Matthews House was quite ornate as observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Newman Centre
An original fireplace in the Matthews House, built by Wilmot D. Matthews and occupied until 1919, seen 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Newman Centre
The beams holding up the 1890-era Matthews House were visible from the entryway on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Newman Centre
A broader view of the entryway was taken from the staircase in the Matthews House on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Newman Centre
Glass windows decorated the stairwell inside the Matthews House, now the Newman Centre, on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - St. Thomas Aquinas
The entrance to the St. Thomas Aquinas Church, also known as the Newman Chapel, was observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - St. Thomas Aquinas
The sanctuary of St. Thomas Aquinas Church in Toronto, still retaining some Easter decorations, was seen on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - St. Thomas Aquinas
The stained glass windows of St. Thomas Aquinas Church mostly depict common 20th-century people, observed 24-May-2008.

Toronto - St. Thomas Aquinas
This window at St. Thomas Aquinas includes Tekakwitha, the first converted native, as observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Wycliffe College
The entrance to 1891-era Wycliffe College, an evangelical Anglican theological college, was observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Wycliffe College
The refectory at Wycliffe College remained in use as a cafeteria and was observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Wycliffe College
The Founder's Chapel at Wycliffe College was a later addition to the College, photographed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Wycliffe College
Stained glass in Founder's Chapel commemorates missionaries, like John West to Western Canada seen on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Wycliffe College
This stained glass in Founder's Chapel honors Charles Inglis' mission to Nova Scotia, photographed 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Wycliffe College
This window in Founder's Chapel honors Edmund James Peck's work with Eskimos, observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Wycliffe College
This stained glass in Founder's Chapel celebrates Charles A. Sadler's mission to Chile, seen on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Wycliffe College
This stained glass window in Founder's Chapel honored translators of the Bible as photographed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Wycliffe College
This stained glass honored early translator John Wycliffe himself as observed in Founder's Chapel on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Wycliffe College
These repairs were evidence of the ground shifting over a buried creek on the Wycliffe campus, seen 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Wycliffe College
The library at Wycliffe College had original served as the Chapel, observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Wycliffe College
Sheraton Hall in the University of Toronto's Wycliffe College was observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Wycliffe College
The balcony of Sheraton Hall in Wycliffe College was photographed during Doors Open on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Wycliffe College
Leonard Hall at Wycliffe College had interesting woodwork in its ceiling as observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Wycliffe College
The entry room at Wycliffe College was observed during Doors Open Toronto on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Wycliffe College
The building at 40 Queens Park Crescent, housing for Wycliffe, was the last resident on Queen's Park on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Statue
This Greek-inspired statue stood along Queen's Park Crescent East at the University of Toronto on 27-May-2008.

Toronto - Bicycle Protest
A group of bicyclers rode through Queen's Park Crescent on 25-May-2008, protesting for bike lanes on Bloor Street.

Toronto - Bicycle Protest
The bicyclers continued past Queen's Park on their protest for bike lanes on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Bennett Gates
The 1932-era Bennett Gates at the University of Toronto had been moved to Hoskin Avenue by 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Hart House
The west end of Hart House, the University of Toronto's student center, was observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Hart House
The eastern end of 1919-era Hart House, designed by Henry Sproatt, observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Hart House
The corner stone of the Hart House recorded was stamped with its opening year of 1919, observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Hart House
A typical hallway inside the Hart House student center at the University of Toronto was captured on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Hart House
This 1937 map of the University of Toronto (St. George) campus was observed in the Hart House on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Hart House
The small chapel at the Hart House student center at the University of Toronto was seen on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Hart House
The stained glass in the Hart House chapel came from broken glass from World War II in England, observed 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Hart House
The Great Hall in the University of Toronto's Hart House features exceptional acoustics, photographed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Hart House
A hammer-beam roof topped the Great Hall in the Hart House student center at the University of Toronto on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Hart House
The southeast corner of the Great Hall of Hart House at the University of Toronto was viewed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Hart House
A stained-glass window decorated the south wall of the Great Hall in the Hart House on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Hart House
The "Quad" was the inner courtyard of the Hart House student center, observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Hart House
A typical staircase led to the second floor of the Hart House student center on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Hart House
The Debates Room on the second floor of the Hart House was observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Hart House
This judge's chair sat on the side of the Debates Room in the University of Toronto's Hart House on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Hart House
The Debates Room was decorated with this kind of ornamentation, as observed at the Hart House on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Hart House
The library in the Hart House had an interesting ceiling design noted on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Hart House
This interesting sign was noted inside the library at the University of Toronto's Hart House on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
The University of Trinity College was a small, 1800-person portion of the University of Toronto seen on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
Another view of the University of Trinity College entrance, which includes an Anglican seminary, observed 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
A typical hallway inside the Trinity College building was photographed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
The well-known, 47-foot high chapel at Trinity College was observed during Doors Open Toronto on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
A closer look at the sanctuary of the Trinity College Chapel was obtained from near its front on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
A Gothic style of the chapel at Trinity College was especially noted in this view from the side on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
The 100 foot length of the chapel at Trinity College was observed looking toward the organ on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
Strachan Hall within Trinity College at the University of Toronto was observed during Doors Open on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
The fireplace in Strachan Hall at Trinity College of the University of Toronto was observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
The balcony above Strachan Hall in Trinity College at the University of Toronto was noted on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
The clock in Strachan Hall had interesting decorations as observed in Trinity College on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
The window toward the Quad in Trinity College's Strachan Hall featured stained glass on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
A Meeting Room at Trinity College was noted during Doors Open on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
A fireplace in a meeting room at Trinity College in the University of Toronto was captured on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
This stairway was typical of the transitions between floors in Trinity College on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
This ornate bench was noted in Trinity College at the University of Toronto on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
Seely Hall was located on the second floor of Trinity College on the University of Toronto campus on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
A look back at the architecture of Seely Hall in Trinity College was observed during Doors Open on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
The Quadrangle inside Trinity College was viewed to the east during Doors Open on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
A look across the Quadrangle at Strachan Hall was obtained at Trinity College on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
A statue of Bishop John Strachan, who pushed for founding of what is now Trinity College, was observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Trinity College
The exterior of the chapel at Trinity College at the University of Toronto was observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Massey College
Massey College had St. Catherine's Chapel on display, but photos were not allowed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT School of Theology
The Toronto School of Theology administration was housed in this building at 47 Queens Circle East on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Christie House
Christie House had recently been transfered from the Sisters of St. Joseph to Regis College on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Christie House
A hidden passageway was a highlight of the entryway to the 1900-era entryway of Christie House seen on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Christie House
The fireplace in the hallway of the Christie House, built by William Christie, was noted on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Christie House
The ornate ceiling of the entryway in Christie House, "The House That Cookies Built," was seen on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Christie House
The Grand Staircase of Christie House was a favorite of the Sisters of St. Joseph, photographed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Christie House
The sizable living room in the Christie House was noted during Doors Open on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Christie House
The dining room in the Christie House was equipped with a fireplace observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Christie House
A skylight served the solarium area of the Christie House which was devoid of plants on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Christie House
The back room of the Christie House was photographed during Doors Open Toronto on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Fontbonne Hall
The chapel in Fontbonne Hall, adjacent to Christie House and also to be part of Regis College, was seen on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Fontbonne Hall
The interior of Fontbonne Hall's chapel, constructed in 1958 to create a tactile atmosphere, was observed on 25-May-2008

Toronto - UT Fontbonne Hall
Technically not stained glass, the windows in the Fontbonne Hall chapel were connected by concrete, seen 25-May-2008.

Toronto - UT Fontbonne Hall
Another stained glass window in the Fontbonne Hall chapel, signifying Hope, observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Flatiron Building
The Gooderham Flatiron Building was known for being at the junction of Front and Wellington Streets, seen 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Flatiron Building
Another view of the Gooderham Flatiron Building, so named since its shape resembled a flat iron on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Flatiron Building
The original chandelier in the entry to the Flatiron Building had been converted to electricity by 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Flatiron Building
The elevator in the Flatiron Building was the first electric elevator in Toronto, observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Flatiron Building
The Otis Elevator Company still maintains this 1892 elevator in the Flatiron Building seen on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Flatiron Building
The staircase was the primary method of reaching the upper stories of the Flatiron Building as observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Flatiron Building
The entrance to the elevator at an upper floor of the Flatiron Building was observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Flatiron Building
This office in the Flatiron Building once housed Gooderham & Worts president George Gooderham, seen 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Flatiron Building
This old safe remained in the Flatiron Building and was on display during Doors Open Toronto on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Flatiron Building
This ornate door gave entrance to the board room on the top floor of the Flatiron Building on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Flatiron Building
The lower bricks in this part of the Flatiron Building originally belonged to an adjacent structure, seen 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Flatiron Building
The roof of the board room in the Flatiron Building was observed during Doors Open on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Flatiron Building
The view from the board room of the Flatiron Building looked toward downtown Toronto as seen on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Flatiron Building
The view from the Flatiron Building board room looked down on Front Street on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Flatiron Building
The outdoor art on the Flatiron Building partially masked the window of the board room as observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Four Seasons Centre
The new Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts was home to the Canadian Opera Company on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Four Seasons Centre
The glass staircase led to upper rings of the 2,070 seat Four Seasons Centre on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Four Seasons Centre
A look underneath the glass staircase inside the Four Seasons Centre taken during Doors Open on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Four Seasons Centre
The Richard Bradshaw Amphitheater provided space to see background on the main show as observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Four Seasons Centre
From the top ring, Ring 5, one could look back down toward the lobby of the Four Seasons Centre on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Four Seasons Centre
Another view from Ring 5 of the Four Seasons Centre, made with 1050 tons of steel, was taken on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Four Seasons Centre
Light from the skylight in the Four Seasons Centre filtered all the way down to the lobby as observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Four Seasons Centre
The view from the Four Seasons Centre included University Avenue in Toronto as captured on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
This sign explained the significance of Osgoode Hall, built by the Law Society of Upper Canada, seen 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
Osgoode Hall, originally built in 1832, rose above the gardens surrounding it as observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
Another view of the gardens surrounding Osgoode Hall in Toronto as seen during Doors Open on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The East Wing of Osgoode Hall now holds the Bencher's Quarters and Convocation Hall, seen on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The facade of Osgoode Hall still retains essentially its 1860 appearance, even on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The entryway of Osgoode Hall, just beyond the security area, was observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
A chair in the atrium, a section built between 1857 and 1860, was observed in Osgoode Hall on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The ground floor of the atrium area was observed during Doors Open retained its original tile floor, seen 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The skylight above the atrium was observed with its stained glass in Osgoode Hall on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The tile in the atrium of Osgoode Hall was ordered from still-extent Maw and Company, photographed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
A view down on the statue in the atrium of Osgoode Hall as seen from the second story during Doors Open on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
This skylight stood above the stairwell next to the atrium of Osgoode Hall as observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
Courtroom 4 in Osgoode Hall now handles Superior Court motions heard by a single judge, photographed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The chandelier in Courtroom 4 of Osgoode Hall had to be upgraded to electric lighting, seen on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
Courtroom 3 of Osgoode Hall mainly handled Administrative Tribunals as observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
Lady Liberty populated the wall behind the judges in Courtroom 3 of Osgoode Hall as seen on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
A view toward the rear of Courtroom 3 showed the different tiers of seating for degrees of privilege, seen 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
Courtroom 2 in Osgoode Hall currently served the Civil Court of Appeals as observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The bench in courtroom 2, constructed in 1855, was captured in Osgoode Hall during Doors Open on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The American Room in the Great Library of Osgoode Hall was completed in 1895 and photographed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The Spiral Staircase in the American Room was designed to maximize wall space for shelving, seen 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
Another look at the Spiral Staircase in the American Room providing access to the second level on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
English Reports were amongst the books on the shelves inside the American Room of the Great Library on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The Main Library reading room in Osgoode Hall, completed in 1895, was observed during Doors Open on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The Great Library of Osgoode Hall contained decorative rather than structural columns seem on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The normal entrance to the Great Library's main reading room in Osgoode Hall was observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
A skylight assisted the lighting in the main reading room of the Great Library in Osgoode Hall see on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
Etched glass in the Great Library in Osgood Hall had been in place since 1860, as observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The lower panels of the etched glass in the Great Library of Osgoode Hall was noted on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The ceiling of the Great Library of Osgoode Hall was observed during Doors Open Toronto on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
A World War I monument stood at the eastern end of the Great Library in Osgoode Hall on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
This stone came from the Inner Temple in England in recognition of Canadian war participation, seen on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The Bencher's Reception Room, used for informal gatherings, was noted in Osgoode Hall on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The reception room of Osgoode Hall, which saw its last major remodeling in 1896, was observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
This strong box from about 1865 may have been related to some misplaced funds that occurred about then, seen 25-May-2008

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The entrance to the Bencher's Quarters had a dramatic decor as observed during Doors Open on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
Another look at the entrance area to the Bencher's Quarters in Osgoode Hall was seen on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
A closer look at the stained glass revealed Law Society of Upper Canada lettering on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
A skylight stood above the reception hall in the Bencher's Quarters of Osgoode Hall on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The Convocation Room was where the board meetings of the Law Society of Upper Canada took place, visited on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
Only the Treasurer (chairman) is allowed to sit in this chair in the Convocation Room as observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
This portrait of former Treasurer Harvey Thomas Strosberg looked like the other portraits seen on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
Close inspection found a portrait of his wife as a reflection in his glasses as seen on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The view east from the Convocation Room included Old City Hall as observed on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
Convocation Hall, completed in 1882, served as a lunchtime restaurant open to the public by 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Osgoode Hall
The balcony in Convocation Hall within Osgoode Hall in Toronto was pictured during Doors Open on 25-May-2008.

Toronto - Subway
Nicole and Sean Maserati took their first subway rides in Toronto on 27-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Museum Station
The new large lettering at the TTC's Museum subway station was observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Museum Station
Some of the Egyptian-inspired art at the TTC's Museum subway station was observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Museum Station
A broader view of the TTC's Museum subway station makeover was observed on 24-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Museum Station
The Maserati family walked through the Museum subway station on 27-May-2008. Note the unfinished ceiling.

Toronto - TTC Museum Station
Sean Maserati high-fived a piece of art at the TTC Museum subway station on 27-May-2008.

Toronto - TTC Museum Station
Nicole Maserati imitated an Egyptian mummy at the TTC Museum subway station on 27-May-2008.

Toronto - Sean's Stencil
Sean Maserati pointed out a sidewalk stencil reflecting his date of birth, 2001, near Queen's Park on 27-May-2008.

Toronto - Hospital Atrium
The atrium of the research area of Princess Margaret Hospital in Toronto was viewed on 27-May-2008.

Toronto - Hospital Research Work
Homayoun Vaziri and Marc Maserati posed in front of a sea urchin tank in the hospital research labs on 27-May-2008.

Toronto - Queen's Park
The Maserati family posed in front of the provincial parliament building at Queen's Park in Toronto on 27-May-2008.

Toronto - Native Protest
A chalk inscription inside Queen's Park Circle described the native protest over mining in progress on 27-May-2008.

Toronto - Native Protest
A large camp was in place outside of Queen's Park as part of the native mining protest in progress on 27-May-2008.

Toronto - War Memorial
The War Memorial in front of the Queen's Park building was photographed on 27-May-2008.

Toronto - Hungry Maseratis
Nicole and Sean Maserati were trying to send a message to their father Marc near the Royal Ontario Museum on 27-May-2008

Toronto - Necropolis Chapel
The 1872-era Toronto Necropolis Chapel was observed in the Cabbagetown area on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
A chicken and a weathervane greeted visitors to Riverdale Farm in Toronto near Cabbagetown on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
The Simpson House at Riverdale Farm was actually a replica of the original Francey house when observed on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
The Francey Barn was the centerpiece structure of Riverdale Farm, housing many animals on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
Originally built in 1858, the Garnet H. Francey Barn was moved to Riverdale Farm in 1975 and observed on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
The interior of the Francey Barn, of classic Pennsylvania style, was observed on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
Nubian Goat kids Tiger Lily, Periwinkle, and Magnolia snuggled with mother Rose in the Francey Barn on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
The Nubian Goat kids, born as triplets on 12-May, were again observed inside the Francey Barn on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
A horse briefly paid attention to the visitors at Riverdale Farm in Toronto on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
A well-groomed cow enjoyed brunch at the free Riverdale Farm in Toronto on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
A white sheep and a black sheep competed for the attentions of visitors to Riverdale Farm on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
A pair of black sheep grazed on the hillside at Riverdale Farm in Toronto on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
Piglets played outside at the Riverdale Farm in Toronto on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
Sean Maserati crossed a stone bridge on the grounds of Riverdale Farm in Toronto on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
The lower pond of Riverdale Farm was actually located in the Don River Valley as observed on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
Marc and Sean Maserati enjoyed a view of the lower pond at the Riverdale Farm in Toronto on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
A pair of turtles relaxed out of reach of the visitors to Riverdale Farm in Toronto on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
A different pair of turtles rested on a log in the lower pond of Riverdale Farm in Toronto on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
The building at 201 Riverdale inside the Riverdale Farm had interesting brickwork as noted on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
Another look at the unusual brick work at the end of 201 Riverdale building inside Riverdale Farm on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
The Meeting House at the Riverdale Farm was observed on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
Lilacs grew by the upper pond at Riverdale Farm in Toronto on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
A white duck waddled out of the upper pond at the Riverdale Farm in Toronto on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
This Mallard duck appeared to be having a bad hair day as it wandered around Riverdale Farm in Toronto on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
A Ridley Bronze Turkey lounged about in a barn at the Riverdale Farm in Toronto on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
Nicole Maserati enjoyed the lilacs at the Riverdale Farm in Toronto on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Riverdale Farm
A bed of various flowers was typical of the upper gardens of Riverdale Farm in Toronto on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Lake Ontario
Rowing practice took place on Lake Ontario in Humber Bay on the evening of 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Maseratis at the Beach
Marc, Lisa, Nicole, and Sean Maserati took a moment to rest at the beach along Lake Ontario on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Mallard Ducks
A pair of mallard ducks looked for food amongst the trash along the shores of Humber Bay on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Successful Seagull
A seagull landed in the grass near the Humber Bay after managing to snag a sizable fish on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Successful Seagull
Another look at the seagull enjoying its seafood meal in the grass near Humber Bay in Toronto on 28-May-2008.

Toronto - Expressway Train
Westbound Canadian Pacific Expressway train #121 crossed the Humber River in Toronto on 29-May-2008.

Toronto - Canadian Pacific Train
Canadian Pacific mixed freight #138 crossed the Humber River in Toronto on a beautiful 29-May-2008.

Toronto - Canadian Pacific Train
Westbound Canadian Pacific train #254, bound for Binghamton, New York, crossed the Humber River on 29-May-2008.

Toronto - Expressway Train
Ever closer to sunset, Canadian Pacific Expressway train #124 bound for Montreal crossed the Humber River on 29-May-2008
Trip to the West Coast, June 2008

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
The Grand Canyon started to come into view from an Air Canada flight from Toronto to Los Angeles on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
A wider view of the upper reaches of the Grand Canyon of the Colorado River was seen from the air on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
At its deepest, the Grand Canyon is one mile deep, though not quite so at this location on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
The Grand Canyon near its junction with Havasu Canyon was captured from the air on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
The Grand Canyon had become one of the first National Parks in the US in 1919 and was viewed from the air on 31-May-2008

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
The terrain around the Grand Canyon included forest on the north rim as noted in this view on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
The Grand Canyon varies in width from 4 to 18 miles and this was a wider portion viewed from the air on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
The Colorado River winded through this portion of the Grand Canyon as viewed from the air on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
The South Rim of the Grand Canyon also included forested areas, as noted from the air on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
A particularly narrow portion of the Grand Canyon was viewed from a commercial aircraft on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
A broader view of the Grand Canyon of the Colorado River was noted from the air on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
A tributary of the Colorado River was noted flowing into the Grand Canyon from the air on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
The western reaches of the Grand Canyon of the Colorado River were viewed from the air on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
A closer look at the Colorado River flowing through the western portion of the Grand Canyon was seen on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
The walls of the Grand Canyon were viewed in one of its wider portions near the west end on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Lake Mead Aerial
The upper reaches of Lake Mead along the Colorado River were just visible from the air on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Lake Mohave Aerial
Lake Mohave on the Colorado River, downriver from Hoover Dam, was viewed from the air on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Mount Baldy Aerial
Mount Baldy (or Mount San Antonio) in the San Gabriel Mountains was noted from the air on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Cajon Pass Aerial
A look back toward Cajon Pass east of the San Gabriel Mountains was obtained from the air on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Ontario Aerial
The San Gabriel Mountains towered over Ontario, California as viewed from the air on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - San Bernardino Valley
A closer look at the almost-continuous development between Los Angeles and San Bernardino was seen on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Raging Waters Aerial
A powerboat race appeared to be in progress at Raging Waters west of Ontario, California on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Los Angeles Aerial
Downtown Los Angeles was largely clouded by smog as viewed from a plane on approach to LAX on 31-May-2008.

Scenery - Los Angeles Aerial
Expanses of houses were viewed on the approach to Los Angeles International Airport on 31-May-2008.

Los Angeles - Union Station
This mural greeted travelers entering Los Angeles Union Station from the Gateway Center entrance on 31-May-2008.

Los Angeles - Union Station
The ceiling of Union Station at the Gateway Center entrance was photographed on 31-May-2008.

Los Angeles - Union Station
Los Angeles Union Station, opened in May 1939, still looked distinct on 31-May-2008.

Los Angeles - Union Station
A broader look at Los Angeles Union Station, now serving just Amtrak and Metrolink, was viewed on 31-May-2008.

Los Angeles - Union Station
Union Station remained in the picture walking toward El Pueblo de Los Angeles on 31-May-2008.

Los Angeles - El Pueblo
This fountain greeted visitors to El Pueblo de Los Angeles on 31-May-2008.

Los Angeles - El Pueblo
This performance stage was located in El Pueblo de Los Angeles in 31-May-2008.

Los Angeles - El Pueblo
A broad view of Pueblo Plaza, the centerpiece of the "Birthplace of Los Angeles" on 31-May-2008.

Los Angeles - El Pueblo
The Plaza Methodist Church in El Pueblo de Los Angeles towered over Pueblo Plaza on 31-May-2008.

Los Angeles - El Pueblo
The entrance to shaded Olvera Street and its shops and restaurants was noted on 31-May-2008.

Los Angeles - El Pueblo
Olvera Street in El Pueblo de Los Angeles was a crowded marketplace on 31-May-2008.

Los Angeles - El Pueblo
A performance was ongoing in Pueblo Plaza in Los Angeles, California on 31-May-2008.

Los Angeles - City Hall
1928-era City Hall contributed to the skyline in Los Angeles, California on 31-May-2008.

Los Angeles - Post Office
The sizeable Post Office building in downtown Los Angeles was photographed on 31-May-2008.

Los Angeles - Subway Station
The entrance to the Red Line subway station at Vermont and Sunset in Los Angeles, California was captured on 31-May-2008

Los Angeles - Hospital
A Metro bus passed the Hollywood Presbyterian Hospital in Los Angeles on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Scientology
This sign marked the entrance to the Scientology complex along Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Scientology
A broader view showed the large size of the Scientology Complex along Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Griffith Observatory
Griffith Observatory was located off in the distance in this typical view from eastern Hollywood on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Griffith Observatory
The 1935-era Griffith Observatory stood in Griffith Park high above Hollywood, California on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Sign
The 1923-era Hollywood sign was visible from Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood, California on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Shakey's Sign
Shakey's Pizza, long gone from the Pacific Northwest, was still along Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Arby's Sign
An original Arby's Roast Beef sign still advertised its restaurant along Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Tribune Company
The Tribune Company occupied this building along Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Palladium
The Palladium stood along Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Sunset and Vine
The famous intersection of Sunset and Vine in Hollywood was marked by this structure on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Sunset and Vine
I was surprised to find this specially decorated branch of Washington Mutual Bank at Sunset and Vine on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Building
This tall building was for sale, rising above Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Blessed Sacrament
The Blessed Sacrament School along Sunset Boulevard in Hollywood was noted on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Blessed Sacrament
The Blessed Sacrament Church and its tower provided the largest landmark along Sunset Boulevard on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - World Crossroads
The Crossroads of the World was probably the strangest structure on an eclectic Sunset Boulevard on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - High School
It's not Beverly Hills, but Hollywood High School was located on Sunset Boulevard on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - High School
This mural was located on the side of Hollywood High School on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Mel's Diner
Mel's Diner didn't appear to be a drive-in anymore when viewed in Hollywood, California on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Hollywood Boulevard
A generic view of Hollywood Boulevard was obtained near Vine Street on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Pacific Records
Pacific Records stood along Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Stars
The famous stars lined Hollywood Boulevard as far as the eye could see in Hollywood, California on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Stars
Spencer Tracy had one of the stars along eighteen blocks of them along Hollywood Boulevard on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Stars
Gene Autry was honored with five stars from all categories along Hollywood Boulevard as noted on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Stars
Arguably my favorite star was that of journalist Edward R. Murrow, honored for radio, photographed on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Stars
Vocalist Kate Smith offered an example of the singer's star along Hollywood Boulevard on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Stars
Jack Parr gave an example of the television star along Hollywood Boulevard on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Stars
Contemporary stars were well-represented as well, witness Jay Leno on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Stars
Stars that made it in politics were noted, including Ronald Reagan seen here on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Stars
He did receive some respect. Rodney Dangerfield's star along Hollywood Boulevard was noted on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Stars
Animals were represented amongst the stars, witness this star for Lassie noted on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Stars
How could the walk be complete without the center of degrees of separation himself, Kevin Bacon, on 31-May-2008?

Hollywood - Stars
Arguably the most unique star was that for the astronauts landing on the moon, honored for television, seen 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Scientology Building
Yet more presence from Scientology was located in this prominent building in Hollywood noted on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Pantages
The Pantages stood along Hollywood Boulevard in Hollywood, California on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Capitol Records
Capitol Records had this notable tower in Hollywood, California photographed on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Church Sign
There seemed something incongruous with a church and the Hollywood sign in the same frame as captured on 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Freeway
The Hollywood Freeway (US 101) still suffered from terrible traffic on a Saturday night, 31-May-2008.

Hollywood - Gas Sign
The first time I ever saw diesel fuel above $5.00 a gallon was in Hollywood on 31-May-2008.

Excursion - Train at Los Angeles
Former Santa Fe 4-8-4 #3751 stood ready for the San Diego Steam trip at Los Angeles early on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Train at Los Angeles
The locomotive which pulled the last steam train to San Diego in 1955 stood ready to lead another one on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Gateway Center
The Gateway Center, a skyscraper attached to Los Angeles Union Station, was observed departing the station on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Los Angeles Skyline
The downtown Los Angeles skyline was observed from the San Diego Steam Special on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Redondo Turntable
The Redondo Turntable, near the normal home of the 3751, was observed from the special on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Los Angeles River
The San Diego Steam Special crossed the Los Angeles River at Redondo Junction on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Rio Honda
Little water flowed in the Rio Honda as the excursion train crossed it near Santa Fe Springs, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Gabriel River
The San Gabriel River was essentially dry when crossed in Santa Fe Springs, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Derricks at La Mirada
Oil derricks worked hard along the tracks near La Mirada, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Fullerton Municipal Airport
The Fullerton Municipal Airport was observed trackside on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Fullerton
Lemon Street in Fullerton, California was observed from the San Diego Steam Special on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Fullerton
A pair of old station buildings had been moved from their foundations at Fullerton Junction, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Anaheim Stadium
The Angel Stadium of Anaheim, better known as the "Big A," was observed from the train on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Santa Ana River
The famous "Big A" sign, highway 57, and the Santa Ana River were in this view on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Tustin Hangar
An old airship hangar remained at the Tustin Marine Corps Air Station in Tustin, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Irvine
The city of Irvine, California maintained a greenway trail along the railroad tracks on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Irvine Station
The Irvine, California Amtrak station was observed as the train departed on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Laguna Nigel
The tracks started down the valley toward the ocean near Laguna Nigel, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Mission Viejo
Fishermen seemed less than impressed as the steam train passed Mission Viejo, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - First Ocean View
The Pacific Ocean came into view for the first time near Capistrano Beach, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Capistrano Beach
A typical view of the condominiums along the ocean was attained near Capistrano Beach, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Capistrano Beach
The beach along the Pacific Ocean south of Capistrano Beach, California was observed on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Clemente Beach
A beach house was noted along the shore near San Clemente, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Clemente Beach
The Pacific Ocean was devoid of activity near San Clemente, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Clemente Beach
The reason the line was called the Surf Line was obvious at San Clemente, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Clemente Beach
A surfer caught a wave near San Clemente, California as viewed from the steam special on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Clemente Beach
A group of surfers all waited for the perfect wave near San Clemente, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Clemente Beach
Classic surf approached the beach in San Clemente, California as viewed from the San Diego Steam Special on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Clemente Pier
The pier at San Clemente Beach came into view as the San Diego Steam Special continued east on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Clemente Pier
The 1296 foot-long San Clemente Pier was viewed from the passing San Diego Steam Special on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Clemente Pier
A view down the length of San Clemente Pier was attained from the passing San Diego Steam Special on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Clemente Pier
San Clemente Pier receded into the distance as the train continued eastbound on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Clemente Beach
Not far from the San Clemente Pier, the beach was again vacant on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Helicopter
A helicopter followed the excursion over its entire trip as captured near San Clemente on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Lineside Observers
As throughout the trip, observers waved to the San Diego Steam Special near San Clemente, California on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Lineside Observers
A beach volleyball game had paused during the passage of the train near San Clemente, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Marsh
The coastal scenery turned to marsh near the San Diego County Line on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Onofre Beach
The Pacific Ocean continued to create surf against the beach as the train neared San Onofre, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Onofre Powerplant
The San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station was observed from the San Diego Steam Special on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Onofre Camping
A long string of campers lined the beaches near San Onofre, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Camp Pendleton
The vegetation became more wild as the train traversed Camp Pendleton Marine Corps Base on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Traffic on I-5
Traffic on I-5 backed up in Camp Pendleton as drivers paced the steam special on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Oceanside
This replica lighthouse was noted near the tracks in Oceanside, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Oceanside
The Pacific Street bridge at Buccaneer Park in Oceanside, California was noted from the train on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Carlsbad
The Buena Vista Lagoon in Carlsbad, California was noted from the San Diego Steam Special on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Carlsbad
Spring foliage was readily visible between housing developments in Carlsbad, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Carlsbad
The entrance to Aqua Hedionda Lagoon offered different colors as viewed from the train in Carlsbad on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Water Stop
The Carlsbad, California fire department watered locomotive #3751 during a stop at Poinsettia on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Surfliner Train
A standard Amtrak Surfliner train passed during the water stop at Poinsettia in Carlsbad, California on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Conductor
The conductor prepared for a reverse move after the water stop at Poinsettia in Carlsbad, California on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Locomotive at Poinsettia
The steam kicked up as the train backed up for a photo run-by at Poinsettia station in Carlsbad on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Locomotive at Poinsettia
The steam hid the diesel locomotive tucked behind the 3751 as they backed before the photo run-by on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Poinsettia Run-By
The 3751 powered forward to start the photo run-by at Poinsettia station in Carlsbad, California on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Poinsettia Run-By
The whistle sounded as the 3751 powered forward during the photo run-by at Carlsbad, California on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Poinsettia Run-By
The San Diego Steam Special passed the photo line at Poinsettia station in Carlsbad, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Batiquitos Lagoon
Continuing to its destination, the San Diego Steam Special crossed the Batiquitos Lagoon near Leucadia on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Encinitas
An advertising plane paced the train as it passed through Encinitas, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Encinitas
The Pacific Ocean returned into view from the San Diego Steam Special at Encinitas, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Cardiff-by-the-Sea
The Pacific Ocean again dominated the landscape as the train passed Cardiff-by-the-Sea, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Solana Beach
The San Diego Steam Special passed a private club along the ocean south of Solana Beach, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Dieguito River
The tracks paralleled a crossing of the San Dieguito River north of Del Mar, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Dieguito River
The marshes near the San Dieguito River north of Del Mar, California were observed on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Dieguito River
The train crossed the San Dieguito River north of Del Mar, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Dieguito River
A look back at a small bluff overlooking the San Dieguito River from the passing train on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Dieguito River
A final look at the delta region of the San Dieguito River north of Del Mar, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Del Mar
Powerhouse Park in Del Mar, California was viewed from the San Diego Steam Special on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Del Mar
The classic beach along the Pacific Ocean came into view at Del Mar, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Del Mar
Another view of the Pacific Ocean from the San Diego Steam Special as it passed through Del Mar on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Del Mar
The reason this line was called the "Surf Line" was apparent as the train passed through Del Mar, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Del Mar
Beach-goers enjoyed the surf and the surprise of a passing steam train in Del Mar, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Del Mar
People going about their routines on the beach in Del Mar, California were treated to a steam train on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Del Mar
A view off a small cliff in Del Mar, California revealed substantial surf on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Del Mar
Foliage started to take the place of sand in between the tracks and the ocean at Del Mar, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Del Mar
The sandy beaches of Del Mar, California continued as the San Diego Steam Special passed on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Del Mar
Another view of the surf crashing against the beach in Del Mar, California captured from the train on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Del Mar
People walked along the beach in Del Mar, California as viewed from the train on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Del Mar
The beach broadened somewhat south of Del Mar, California as the train continued its journey on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Soledad Lagoon
The tracks started to head inland at Soledad Lagoon in the Torrey Pines State Reserve on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Soledad Lagoon
Another view of Soledad Lagoon was taken as the train traversed Torrey Pines State Reserve on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Miramar Hill
A ravine was noted as the train climbed Miramar Hill on a brief trek inland on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Mission Bay
Mission Bay in San Diego, California was observed from the tracks as the train approached its destination on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Mission Bay
The hydroplane course could be noted at left as the train passed Mission Bay in San Diego, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Marathon
The Rock and Roll Marathon had closed Friars Road in San Diego, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Marathon
Runners in the Rock and Roll Marathon ran along Pacific Highway parallel to the tracks in San Diego on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Trolley Barn
This barn housed all of the road tourist trolleys so common in San Diego, California on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Airport
The San Diego Airport was visible from the railroad tracks as the train approached its destination on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Grape Street
Water was back in sight as the train crossed Grape Street in San Diego, California on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Trolleys
A pair of original Siemens-built trolleys met at Santa Fe Station in San Diego, California on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Crowd at Locomotive
A huge crowd surrounded the 3751 upon its first arrival in San Diego, California since 1953 on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Locomotive in San Diego
The 3751 and the Santa Fe depot matched in markings as seen from the western parking lot on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Train at San Diego
The entire consist of the San Diego Steam Special sat on track #3 at San Diego, California on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Locomotive in San Diego
The 3751 crossed Broadway with the Santa Fe depot in the background as it started its turning process on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Locomotive in San Diego
The 3751 and its Amtrak diesel companion passed through track #1 at San Diego, California on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Westfield Horton Plaza
The five-level Westfield Horton Plaza shopping center had been opened in 1984 and was observed on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Alonzo Horton Statue
This statue of Alonzo Horton, who bought most of the property that would be downtown in 1867, was seen on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - US Grant Hotel
The 1910-era US Grant Hotel, a luxury hotel rebuilt in 2006, was noted along Broadway on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Horton Square
Horton Square, also named after Alonzo E. Horton, was located at 225 Broadway in San Diego on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Spreckels Theater
The 1912-era Spreckels Theater, built to celebrate the opening of the Panama Canal, was noted on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Greyhound Station
San Diego's Greyhound bus station was located in this multi-use building along Broadway on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - County Courthouse
The San Diego County Courthouse was also located along Broadway in San Diego on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Hall of Justice
The 1996-era Hall of Justice offered some architectural diversity to judicial buildings in San Diego on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Marathon Sign
The day's Rock and Roll Marathon was advertised by this sign along Broadway in San Diego on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - YMCA
The Downtown YMCA, though 125 years old, had only occupied this building on Broadway since 1985, seen 1-June-2008.

San Diego - YMCA
The Armed Forces YMCA had constructed the building in the 1920's, as seen on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Northern Skyline
The northern skyline of San Diego was dominated by condominiums on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - America Plaza
America Plaza, which contains a trolley station, was designed by Helmut Jahn and was photographed on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Santa Fe Depot
The Valero bus in front of Santa Fe Depot in San Diego ran to the Tijuana Airport, noted on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Santa Fe Depot
The entrance to the 1915-era Santa Fe Depot, built for the Panama-California Exposition, was observed on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Santa Fe Depot
This plaque honored the history of the Santa Fe Depot, now officially called Union Station, on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Santa Fe Depot
Tiles such as these were located all around the Santa Fe Depot in San Diego, California on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Santa Fe Depot
An overview of the interior of the Santa Fe Depot was observed while waiting for the Steam Special on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Surfliner Train
A palm tree cast a shadow on a F59PHI Amtrak Surfliner locomotive sitting at San Diego, California on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Waving from Balcony
Residents of high-rise condos waved to the San Diego Steam Special as it departed San Diego, California on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Old Town
A newer-style San Diego Trolley stopped at the Old Town station as the Steam Special passed on 1-June-2008.

San Diego - Houses
Houses above Morena Boulevard were noted as the train left San Diego, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Miramar Hill
The train start up the 2% grades of Miramar Hill just outside of San Diego, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Miramar Hill
The 3751 started to put up a significant amount of smoke as it climbed Miramar Hill on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Miramar Hill
The 3751 continued to work hard up the 2% grades up Miramar Hill on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Miramar Hill
The foliage of Rose Canyon on Miramar Hill was a little different than the beach scenery seen for most of 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Miramar Hill
The train and the smoke from the locomotive cast a shadow on Miramar Hill on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Miramar Hill
The portion of the line owned by the San Diego Northern was lined with signs like this one on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Miramar Hill
The train crested Miramar Hill at the Miramar Wye, used earlier to turn the locomotive, on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Miramar Hill
The San Diego Steam Special started its descent down Miramar Hill toward Del Mar, CA on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Miramar Hill
The shadows were lengthening as the train descended Miramar Hill on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Miramar Hill
Its longest struggles complete, former Santa Fe #3751 drifted down Miramar Hill with the westbound special on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Miramar Hill
The curvy track descending Miramar Hill was traversed by former Santa Fe 4-8-4 #3751 on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Del Mar
The train passed along a marsh just south of Del Mar, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Del Mar
The still of evening created some reflections on this pond south of Del Mar, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Del Mar
The cliffs above the tracks at Del Mar, California had interesting formations on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Marsh
The San Diego Steam Special passed another marsh near Encinitas, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Marsh
Interstate 5 was visible in the distance as the train passed another marsh near Poinsettia, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - San Luis Rey River
The tracks crossed the San Luis Rey River north of Oceanside, California on 1-June-2008.

Scenery - Camp Pendleton
Tanks prepared for shipment on flat cars were noted in the yards at Camp Pendleton as daylight faded on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Locomotive at Night
Former Santa Fe 4-8-4 #3751 rested at Los Angeles Union Station after completing its San Diego trip on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Locomotive at Night
Urban Stiess and John McWhirter posed in front of the 3751 after its return to Los Angeles on 1-June-2008.

Excursion - Locomotive at Night
Urban Stiess and Lance Gleich posed on the pilot of former Santa Fe #3751 after its return to Los Angeles on 1-June-2008.

Los Angeles - Broadway Bridge
Upon leaving Los Angeles, Amtrak's Coast Starlight passed under Broadway on 2-June-2008.

Los Angeles - Gold Line Facility
The maintenance facility for the Gold Line light rail service from Los Angeles to Pasadena was noted on 2-June-2008.

Los Angeles - Gold Line Facility
New light rail cars, Breda P2550's designated to replace the Siemens P2000's, sat in the Gold Line yards on 2-June-2008.

Los Angeles - Gold Line Facility
This Breda P2550 light rail car at the Gold Line Shops in Los Angeles was still completely "undecorated" on 2-June-2008.

Los Angeles - Elysian Park
Elysian Park loomed across the Los Angeles River from the tracks as viewed from the Coast Starlight on 2-June-2008.

Los Angeles - Taylor Yard
The extensive Metrolink Taylor Yards were filled with commuter trains in the late morning of 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Griffith Park
The hills of Griffith Park loomed in the distance as the Coast Starlight passed through Glendale on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Los Angeles River
A final look at Los Angeles River was obtained from the train near Glendale, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Hollywood Hills
The Hollywood Hills loomed in the distance as the Coast Starlight passed through Burbank, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Van Nuys Airport
Van Nuys Airport in the heart of the San Fernando Valley was observed on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - San Fernando Valley
A look back at the San Fernando Valley was obtained as the train climbed above Chatsworth, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Santa Susana Mountains
The Coast Starlight entered the Santa Susana Mountains in Chatsworth, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Santa Susana Mountains
The scenery had become nearly instantly rural upon entering the Santa Susana Mountains in Chatsworth on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Santa Susana Mountains
After passing through the summit tunnel, signs of civilization were gone near Santa Susana, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Santa Susana Mountains
The terrain began to flatten out somewhat approaching Santa Susana, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Santa Susana
The 1903-era Southern Pacific depot in Santa Susana, California was a well-known historical museum on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Simi Valley
The scenery viewed from the Coast Starlight remained essentially desert-like at Simi Valley, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Fields
Agricultural fields started to dominated the landscape near Camarillo, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Pacific Ocean
The Pacific Ocean came into sight for the first time during the trip near Ventura, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Pacific Ocean
The Pacific Ocean was in full view near Emma Wood State Beach in Ventura, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Pacific Ocean
The tides lapped up against the right of way near Emma Wood State Beach in Ventura, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Pacific Ocean
Plant life dominated the shorefront west of Ventura, California as viewed from Amtrak's Coast Starlight on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Pacific Ocean
The spring mix of greenery dominated the area around the beach west of Ventura, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Beach
The Union Pacific tracks ran right along the beach west of Ventura, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Beach
The beach was clearly becoming more dominated by sand west of Ventura, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Beach
Highway 1 ran in between the tracks and the sandy beach west of Ventura, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Surfers
Amtrak markets this line as the Surfliner line for a reason, as demonstrated near Seacliff, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Beach
The surf continued to roll into the beach as observed across Highway 1 at Seacliff, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Shoreline
The coming coastline near Faria Beach was observed near Seacliff, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Shoreline
A look back at the Seacliff and Dulah, California was obtained near Faria Beach on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Faria Beach
The surf continued to roll in at Faria Beach west of Seacliff, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Mobile Home
Recreational vehicles lined the parking areas along the beach west of Seacliff, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Island
This small island was connected to the mainland by a long pier just east of Punta, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Offshore Oil Rigs
The haze did its best to hide these offshore oil rigs in the Mobil Rincon facility near Punta, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Beach
The miles of sandy beaches continued east of Carpenteria, California as viewed from the train on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Beach
The tracks climbed slightly above sea level near the Rincon Beach Park east of Carpenteria, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Offshore Oil Rigs
A careful look at this view of the Pacific Ocean near Carpinteria, California revealed offshore oil rigs on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Beach
The tracks climbed above the Pacific Ocean beach near Carpinteria, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Inlet
This inlet opened into a pond east of the East Beach in Santa Barbara, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Santa Barbara Depot
The 1905 adobe-style Santa Barbara, California depot was still serving Amtrak on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Santa Barbara Depot
The platform entrance to the 1905-era Santa Barbara, California depot was observed during a short stop on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Santa Barbara
Amtrak's station agent worked the checked baggage on the Coast Starlight at Santa Barbara, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Dos Pueblos Canyon
Amtrak's Coast Starlight passed above the beach at Dos Pueblos Canyon west of Goleta, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Birds
A substantial quantity of seagulls enjoyed the beach near Capitan, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Refugio Beach State Park
The incredible beach at Refugio Beach State Park, California, was observed from the Coast Starlight on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Refugio Beach State Park
A view of the beach at Refugio Beach State Park, California was viewed from the train on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Gaviota Trestle
The famous dock at Gaviota State Park near Gaviota, California was observed from the train on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Gaviota Trestle
Amtrak's Coast Starlight crossed the famous Gaviota Trestle above Gaviota Beach on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Gaviota Trestle
The view of the Pacific Ocean from the Gaviota Trestle was taken from Amtrak's Coast Starlight on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Gaviota Trestle
The dock at Gaviota State Park was observed from the passing Amtrak Coast Starlight on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Alegeria Trestle
Another notable trestle along the line was located at Alegeria, California as photographed on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Pacific Ocean
The Pacific Ocean showed its summer colors as viewed from the train near Concepcion, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Beach
The miles and miles of sandy beaches continued east of Concepcion, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Birds
Another large flock of birds enjoyed the beach near Concepcion, California as viewed from the train on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Trawler
A trawler worked not far off the coast near Concepcion, California as observed from the Coast Starlight on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Beach
The beach started to curve away from the railroad tracks at Concepcion, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Surf
The surf was very active as the tracks and coastline came back together south of Jamala, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Coastline
The tracks remained on a relatively high cliff above sea level as they continued northward near Jamala, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Beach
The beach peeked through the ravines as the train continued northward south of Jalama, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Jalama Beach
The idyllic community of Jalama, California and its beach came into view on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Jalama Beach
The train passed above the beach community of Jalama, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Shoreline
The shoreline looked very desert-like along the Pacific Ocean west of Sudden, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Cliffs
The tracks continued to remain on cliffs above the Pacific Ocean near Sudden, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Rocks
The shoreline was broken up by more rocks in the area north of Sudden, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Shoreline
As the tracks approached Honda, California, the desert foliage turned much more spring-like on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Shoreline
The rough shoreline south of Honda, California was observed from Amtrak's Coast Starlight on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Coastline
More of the spring foliage was noted along the coastline near Honda, California as viewed from the train on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Coastline
Surf crashed against the spring beaches north of Honda, California as seen from the Coast Starlight on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Santa Ynez River
Amtrak's Coast Starlight crossed the delta of the Santa Ynez River at Surf, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Coastline
The tracks started to climb away from sea level as they continued north of Surf, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Vandenberg AFB
A rocket tower was viewed as part of Vandenberg Air Force Base in Tangair, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Last Ocean View
Final views of the Pacific Ocean were obtained as the tracks turned inland near Narlon, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Farms
The scenery turned to farming as Amtrak's Coast Starlight passed near Waldorf, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Celery Lake
Celery Lake provided a slightly different scene as the tracks approached Oceano, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Celery Lake
A closer look at Celery Lake, already somewhat dry for the summer near Oceano, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Hadley
The scenery again became more desolate as seen from Amtrak's Coast Starlight near Hadley, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - San Luis Obispo
This statue greeted visitors to San Luis Obispo, California off Amtrak's Coast Starlight on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - San Luis Obispo
Amtrak's Coast Starlight awaited a green signal at San Luis Obispo, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Dome Car
Bringing up the rear of the Coast Starlight on 2-June-2008 at San Luis Obispo was the private dome car Silver Lariat.

Scenery - Cuesta Grade
The Coast Starlight crossed the high Stenner Creek Bridge just out of San Luis Obispo, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Cuesta Grade
Amtrak's Coast Starlight rounded the broad horseshoe curve above San Luis Obispo, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Cuesta Grade
1200-foot Bishop Peak still loomed above the tracks as they rounded the horseshoe above San Luis Obispo on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Cuesta Grade
The stiff "Cuesta Grade" started to become apparent in a look back toward San Luis Obispo, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Cuesta Grade
The Serrano Creek Trestle crossed minutes before was viewed from above as the train continued upgrade on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Cuesta Grade
As the climb continued, this view to south on the Cuesta Grade was obtained near Chorro, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Cuesta Grade
A view to the southwest saw the mountains starting to look smaller near Chorro, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Cuesta Grade
Bishop Peak was an object in the far distance when viewed from the train at Serrano, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Cuesta Grade
A view to the south from Serrano, California revealed these portions of the Diablo Range on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Cuesta Grade
Turning north near Serrano, US highway 101 also needed to gain in elevation across San Luis Obispo Creek on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Cuesta Grade
US highway 101 continued its steep climb up San Luis Obispo Creek near Thyle, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Old Adobe in San Miguel
The Old Mission Church in San Miguel was seriously damaged by a 2003 earthquake and was observed on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Camp Roberts
The California National Guard used the facilities at Camp Roberts, California observed from the train on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Salinas River
The Salinas River was dry at the railroad bridge north of McKay, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Hills
The hills of the Coastal Range of California were viewed near Bradley, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Oil Derricks
Oil derricks dominated the landscape near San Ardo, California in the Salinas Valley on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Fields
The agricultural fields of the Salinas Valley were observed near San Lucas, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Fields
Various crops were observed near Chualar, California approaching the end of the Salinas Valley on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Elkhorn Slough
The tracks passed through Elkhorn Slough near Moss Landing, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Elkhorn Slough
Another view of the Elkhorn Slough was attained from Amtrak's Coast Starlight on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Elkhorn Slough
Elkhorn Slough, which opens directly into Monterey Bay and the Pacific Ocean, was observed on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Elkhorn Slough
A view towards the ocean was obtained while crossing the Elkhorn Slough south of Watsonville, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Elkhorn Slough
The sun prepared to set over the Elkhorn Slough south of Watsonville, California on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Granite Rock Quarry
The Granite Rock quarry facility near Logan, California was observed on 2-June-2008.

Scenery - Sunset
The sun set for the evening as Amtrak's Coast Starlight passed near Gilroy, California on 2-June-2008.

Roseville - Downtown
The entrance to the downtown area of Roseville, California east of Sacramento was observed on 3-June-2008.

Roseville - Sculpture
A sculpture entitled "Life Drift" contained a time capsule on display in Roseville, California on 3-June-2008.

Roseville - Steam Locomotive
Roseville's heritage on the original transcontinental railroad was commemorated by this steam locomotive on 3-June-2008.

Roseville - Modern Train
The railroad influence continued as a Union Pacific freight passed the Roseville, California station on 3-June-2008.

Roseville - Vernon Street
Vernon Street served as the traditional Main Street in Roseville, California on 3-June-2008.

Roseville - Vernon Street
Vernon Street had historically been the route of US highway 40 through Roseville, California, as shown on 3-June-2008.

Roseville - Vernon Street
The modern Vernon Street in Roseville, California was relatively unremarkable in this 3-June-2008 view.

Roseville - Tower Theater
The Tower Theater in Roseville, California was built in 1940 and was leased to Magic Circle Theater on 3-June-2008.

Roseville - Jackrabbit
A jackrabbit ran along the outskirts of Roseville, California on 3-June-2008.

Placerville - Welcome Sign
This sign guarded the entrance to Placerville, California, which dated back to the 1840's on 4-June-2008.

Placerville - Main Street
A view of Main Street in Placerville, still bearing resemblance to the Gold Rush, on 4-June-2008.

Placerville - Hangman's Tree
The Hangman's Tree, built over the stump of a tree used to hang many people in the 1840's, was a tavern on 4-June-2008.

Placerville - Main Street
Another look at the west end of Main Street in Placerville, once known as Old Hangtown, as it appeared on 4-June-2008.

Placerville - Main Street
The Rexall Drugs was one of the largest stores on Main Street in Placerville, California on 4-June-2008.

Placerville - Bell Tower
This Bell Tower arrived in Placerville in 1865 as a result of fires in 1856, and still stood on 4-June-2008.

Placerville - Main Street
The Placerville News Company occupied the 1856-era Shelly Inch Building in Placerville as observed on 4-June-2008.

Placerville - Main Street
The Florence Building in Placerville, California offered different architecture on 4-June-2008.

Placerville - Main Street
The J. Pearson Building on Main Street in Placerville had origins dating to 1859 and still stood on 4-June-2008.

Placerville - Main Street
The east end of Main Street in Placerville, California, which had served as US Route 50, was captured on 4-June-2008.

Placerville - Main Street
The 1926-era Druids Memorial marked the fact that Placerville hosted the first Druid Grove in California, seen 4-June-2008.

Placerville - View
The Post Office at the east end of Main Street in Placerville, California was visible in this view from Sacramento Street on 4-June-2008.

Placerville - View
A view to the north of Gold Country was taken from Placerville, California's Sacramento Street on 4-June-2008.

Diamond Springs - Historical Building
The Historical Building in Diamond Springs, California west of Placerville was noted on 4-June-2008.

Diamond Springs - Historical Building
The Diamond Springs Historical Building was registered as California's 487th protected landmark, seen on 4-June-2008.

Placerville - Pauline McGrady
Pauline McGrady sat in her home in Placerville, California on 4-June-2008.

Placerville - Pauline McGrady
Pauline McGrady pointed out a nice view in her yard in Placerville, California on 4-June-2008.

Placerville - Oak Trees
Oak trees dominated the sky above Placerville, California on 4-June-2008.

Scenery - Train in Sacramento
Amtrak California Capitol train #543 prepared to depart Sacramento for San Jose, California on 4-June-2008.

Scenery - Sacramento Waterfront
The Delta King dominated the Old Sacramento waterfront as the train crossed the Sacramento River on 4-June-2008.

Scenery - Tower Bridge
The Tower Bridge over the Sacramento River paralleled the I Street railroad bridge in Sacramento on 4-June-2008.

Scenery - Marshes
The marshes of the Sacramento River delta lined the tracks near Suisun-Fairfield, California on 4-June-2008.

Scenery - Reserve Fleet
The first row of vessels in the Suisun Bay Reserve Fleet came into view east of Martinez, California on 4-June-2008.

Scenery - Reserve Fleet
A second line of vessels in the National Defense Reserve Fleet sat amongst the Suisun Bay Reserve Fleet on 4-June-2008.

Scenery - Reserve Fleet
The large, 887-foot vessel at the rear of this line of ships in the Suisun Bay Reserve Fleet was the USS Iowa on 4-June-2008.

Scenery - Reserve Fleet
Yet another line of ships in the Suisun Bay Reserve Fleet, which contains 96 vessels, was observed on 4-June-2008.

Scenery - Reserve Fleet
A side view of the Suisun Bay Reserve Fleet was obtained as the train crossed the Suisun Bay Bridge on 4-June-2008.

Scenery - New Benicia Bridge
The new bridge carrying northbound lanes of I-680 were viewed from the railroad bridge at Benicia on 4-June-2008.

Scenery - Berkeley
The tracks traversed by Amtrak's "Capitol" crossed Cutting Boulevard in Berkeley, California on 4-June-2008.

Scenery - Berkeley Hills
The Berkeley Hills were visible from the railroad tracks along the shore of San Francisco Bay on 4-June-2008.

Scenery - Alameda Creek
Continuing south of Oakland, the tracks crossed Alameda Creek in Niles, California on 4-June-2008.

Scenery - Diablo Range
From the left, Mission Peak, Mount Allison, and Monument Peak of the Diablo Range were seen from Newark on 4-June-2008.

Scenery - Caltrain at Santa Clara
A favorite locomotive, F40PH-2 #904 "Palo Alto", powered a commuter train at Santa Clara, California on 4-June-2008.

Burlingame - House
The home of my college friend Josh Galanter and his family in Burlingame, California was observed on 6-June-2008.

Burlingame - Cottage
The guest cottage at the Galanter residence was photographed in Burlingame, California on 6-June-2008.

Burlingame - Galanters
Alex Davis prepares her son Charles Leland Galanter for a trip outside their home in Burlingame on 6-June-2008.

Burlingame - Galanters
Siblings Veronica and Charles Galanter played in their home in Burlingame, California on 6-June-2008.

Burlingame - Galanters
Charles Leland Galanter played with a toy truck in Burlingame, California on 6-June-2008.

Burlingame - Galanters
Veronica Galanter was happy to demonstrate her toys in Burlingame, California on 6-June-2008.

Burlingame - Train Station
Originally constructed in 1894, the Burlingame, California station was an early example of mission revival, 6-June-2008.

Burlingame - Train
A Caltrain commuter train arrived at Burlingame, California to begin a trip to the airport on 6-June-2008.

Portland - Brooklyn Roundhouse
The "Daylight" locomotive, #4449, peeked out at the equipment around the Brooklyn Roundhouse in Portland on 7-June-2008.

Portland - Brooklyn Roundhouse
SP&S #700 and SP #4449 shared the Brooklyn Roundhouse in Portland with OR&N #197 in the background on 7-June-2008.

Portland - Brooklyn Roundhouse
Former Amtrak F40PHR #231 awaited work at the Brooklyn Roundhouse in Portland, Oregon on 7-June-2008.

Portland - Brooklyn Roundhouse
Chris Fussell fired up the blowtorch to remove rusted bolts on F40PHR #231 at the Brooklyn Roundhouse on 7-June-2008.

Portland - Brooklyn Roundhouse
The sparks flew as Chris Fussell worked on the rusted bolts on the turbocharger muffler of F40PHR #231 on 7-June-2008.

Portland - Brooklyn Roundhouse
Lance Gleich attached the crane to the turbocharger muffler on F40PHR #231 on 7-June-2008. (Chris Fussell photo)

Portland - Brooklyn Roundhouse
The turbocharger muffler cleared the top of F40PHR #231 as it was removed by crane on 7-June-2008.

Portland - Brooklyn Roundhouse
John Magnusson ensured that the turbocharger muffler stayed in the correct orientation as it was removed on 7-June-2008.

Portland - Brooklyn Roundhouse
Chris Fussell lowered the crane carrying the turbocharger muffler of F40PHR #231 at the Brooklyn Roundhouse on 7-June-2008.

Portland - Brooklyn Roundhouse
Chris Fussell surveyed the turbocharger of F40PHR #231 after the removal of the muffler on 7-June-2008.

Portland - Brooklyn Roundhouse
The turbocharger of F40PHR #231 was in full view after the removal of the muffler on 7-June-2008.

Portland - Brooklyn Roundhouse
The rust and water damage to the turbocharger was apparent when viewed at the Brooklyn Roundhouse on 7-June-2008.

Portland - Brooklyn Roundhouse
Lance Gleich posed on top of F40PHR #231 during the Brooklyn Roundhouse work session on 7-June-2008. (Chris Fussell photo)

Portland - Brooklyn Roundhouse
Chris Fussell, Lance Gleich, and John Magnusson stood in front of F40PHR #231 on 7-June-2008. (Chris Fussell photo)

Portland - Hippo Hardware
The unique Hippo Hardware was located at 1040 E Burnside Street in Portland, Oregon on 6-June-2008.

Portland - Hippo Hardware
Decorations on the Hippo Hardware building in Portland, Oregon, were certainly interesting when observed on 6-June-2008.

Portland - Union Station
1896-era Union Station in Portland, Oregon still served railroad passengers on a sunny 8-June-2008.

Portland - Union Station
An Amtrak Cascades train sat beyond the sheds as the Fremont Bridge lurked in the background on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Mount Hood
Mount Hood stood in the distance as viewed from the Portland, Oregon waterfront on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Fleet Week
Vessels of the United States Navy docked along the Willamette River during Portland's Fleet Week on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Fleet Week
The Arleigh Burke-class destroyer USS Kidd (DDG 100) was commissioned in 2007 and docked in Portland on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Fleet Week
The USS Kidd (DDG 100) and the USS Lake Champlain (CG 57) were docked for Fleet Week in Portland, Oregon on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Fleet Week
The Ticonderoga-class cruiser USS Lake Champlain (CG 57) was docked for Portland, Oregon's Fleet Week on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Fleet Week
The USS Preble (DDG 88) and USS Gary (FFG 51) docked on the Willamette River for Portland's Fleet Week on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Fleet Week
The Canadian Navy's Kingston-class HMCS Edmonton and HMCS Whitehorse visited Portland, Oregon on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Fleet Week
World War II-era PT boat #658 and its three Packard engines participated in Portland, Oregon's Fleet Week on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Fleet Week
A Vietnam-era patrol (or "swift") boat was on display during Fleet Week in Portland, Oregon on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Fleet Week
The Oregon Maritime Museum's sternwheeler tugboat Portland was a regular on the waterfront, seen 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
The USS Oregon Memorial was surrounded by amusement rides during the Rose Festival on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Fleet Week
USCGC Henry Blake (WLM 563), a buoy tender based in Everett, Washington was in Portland, Oregon on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Fleet Week
1969-era, 210-foot cutter USCGC Alert (WMEC-630) visited Portland, Oregon from Astoria on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Dragon Boat Races
Dragon boat races were held on the Willamette River during the Rose Festival on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Dragon Boat Races
This boat won a heat of the dragon boat races on the Willamette River in Portland, Oregon on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
The Key Bank Year of the Dinosaur float was co-sponsored by the Oregon Museum of Science and Industry on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
The Regence Walk Like A Rose float had participated in the Rose Parade on 7-June-2008 and was on display on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
This IKEA Rose Festival Court float had hosted the leaders of the festival and was on display on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
The Portland General Electric "I Do Redo" float had hosted three couples re-taking their wedding vows, seen 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
The Spirit Mountain Casino "Romancing Rose" float had participated in the Rose Parade and was observed on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
The Anheuser Busch "Romancing Clydesdales" float had been powered by the famous horses but not on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
The Rose Festival Foundation "Best Festival in the World" float had a Portland "feel" to it, seen 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
The Salvation Army "Honoring Those Who Served" had hosted veterans during the Rose Parade and was observed on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
The Evergreen Aviation and Space Museum in McMinnville sponsored the "Let's Fly" float observed on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
The Resers Fine Food "More Precious Than Gold" float was my favorite from the parade, seen 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
This pirate sat on the Resers Fine Food "More Precious Than Gold" float in Portland, Oregon on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
Fred Meyer sponsored the "Lifetime Love Affair" float in Portland's Rose Parade, observed the day after, 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
A gardener sat at work on the Fred Meyer "Lifetime Love Affair" float observed in Portland, Oregon on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
The multi-sponsored "The World Loves A Clown" float was the most upright float in the Rose Parade, seen on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
The George Morlan Plumbing "Courting Rosy" float featured a purple pachyderm in a bathtub on 8-June-2008. (Really!)

Portland - Rose Festival
The "Welcome To Our Friends from San Antonio" float in the Rose Parade looked like that Texas city on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
Battle Ground's "Love Is In The Air" float was easily the strangest float in the Rose Parade, seen on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
This float honored Portland's sister city in China, Kaohsiung, called "Romance of the Race" on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
This "Romance Fiesta" float in the Rose Parade had sponsors including La Pantera, McDonald's, and Regene on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
Pioneer Courthouse Square in Portland, Oregon hosted the Festival of Flowers observed on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
Another angle on the Festival of Flowers at Portland's Courthouse Square was taken on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Pioneer Courthouse Square
The famous directional sign in Portland, Oregon's Pioneer Courthouse Square was captured on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
The Festival of Flowers made part of Pioneer Courthouse Square look like it wasn't all pavement below on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Vintage Trolleys
Portland's replica Brill trolleys were out operating during the Rose Festival on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Vintage Trolleys
Portland's Vintage Trolley #511, a Brill replica built in 1991, was operating through the Fareless Square on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Vintage Trolleys
The cab of the Portland Vintage Trolley #511 featured old controls but modern signaling as seen on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Vintage Trolleys
The interior of Vintage Trolley #511 was observed while it traveled on the normal MAX light rail tracks on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Vintage Trolleys
The ceiling of Portland's Vintage Trolley replica #511, built in 1991, was observed on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Rose Festival
A live performance was taking place during the Rose Festival at Portland's Ankeny Square on 8-June-2008.

Portland - Amtrak Train
Amtrak train #28, the Empire Builder, prepared to depart Portland, Oregon on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Mount Hood
Mount Hood rose above Portland, Oregon as viewed near the Willamette River on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Willamette River
A look back at Portland, Oregon up the Willamette River revealed normal port activity on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia Slough
Amtrak's Empire Builder crossed the placid Columbia Slough in Portland, Oregon on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Oregon Slough
Mount Hood peered above the Oregon Slough, a channel of the Columbia River in Portland, Oregon, on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River
Mount Hood continued its oversight as the train crossed the Columbia River into Washington state on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Interstate Bridge
The Interstate Bridge that carried Interstate 5 between Oregon and Washington was seen from Vancouver on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Portland Airport
The Portland Airport was viewed from across the Columbia River in Vancouver, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Multnomah Falls
Multnomah Falls dropped 611 feet as viewed from across the Columbia River on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
The tracks had ventured well into the Columbia River Gorge as viewed near Skamania, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Bonneville Dam
The first of the many hydroelectric dams along the Columbia River, Bonneville Dam, was encountered on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Bridge of the Gods
The Bridge of the Gods was located at the site of an ancient land bridge west of Stevenson, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
The Columbia River widened between Stevenson, Washington and Cascade Locks, Oregon on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
A barge was noted heading down the Columbia River near Stevenson, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
The Columbia River narrowed into the Gorge again near Home Valley, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
The western Cascades vegetation still dominated in the Columbia Gorge near Cooks, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
The train passed the Columbia Queen heading upriver to the Snake River near Bingen, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Mount Hood
11,250-foot Mount Hood peered out above the Columbia River Gorge near Bingen, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
The vegetation started to transition away from evergreens near Adams, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
The hills along the Columbia River still had a few trees approaching North Dalles, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
Even after dinner, a windsurfer could be found out in the Columbia River near North Dalles, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
Two tugboats worked up the Columbia River with a pair of barges near North Dalles, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Mount Hood
Mount Hood made its final appearance of the day near North Dalles, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
The Empire Builder passed the recently-reopened Dalles Bridge east of North Dalles, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
Another broad section of the Columbia River was located behind The Dalles Dam on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
The trees had disappeared in favor of eastern slope vegetation at these cliffs located across from Avery on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
The setting sun lit up the cliffs on the Oregon side of the Columbia River across from Avery, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
US 97 crossed the Columbia River near Maryhill, Washington as viewed from Amtrak's Empire Builder on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - John Day Dam
The shadows passed over the John Day Dam over the Columbia River as seen from the Washington side on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
The late evening light continued to illuminate cliffs on the Oregon side of the Columbia near Bates on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
The evening light helped the illumination of the cliffs along the Columbia River near Bates, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
A closer look at the cliffs of the Columbia River Gorge located across from Bates, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
The Columbia River Gorge started to become less deep near Roosevelt, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
Most of Seattle's garbage now travels to a location in the distance of this view of Arlington, Oregon on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River Gorge
The Columbia River Gorge had essentially ended by McCredie, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River
The surrounding lands were essentially level with the Columbia River at Paterson, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - McNary Dam
The last of the dams to be encountered this day, Amtrak's Empire Builder passed McNary Dam on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Cable Bridge Sunset
The Cable Bridge between Kennewick and Pasco, Washington framed the sunset on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Cable Bridge Sunset
The sun set behind the Cable Bridge over the Columbia River between Kennewick and Pasco, Washington on 8-June-2008.

Scenery - Snake River Bridge
The BNSF "Lowline Local" crossed the Snake River drawbridge east of Pasco, Washington on 12-June-2008.

Scenery - Z Train at Hatton
Burlington Northern Santa Fe's hot eastbound ZPTLCHC train ran through the coulee at Hatton, Washington on 13-June-2008.

Scenery - Z Train at Lind
BNSF's westbound ZCHCPTL passed under the remains of the old Milwaukee Road bridge near Lind, Washington on 13-June-2008.

Scenery - Z Train at Providence
The westbound BNSF ZCHCPTL had just crested the summit at Providence, Washington on 13-June-2008.

Kennewick - Vista Field
A private aircraft took off from the threatened Vista Field in Kennewick, Washington on 11-June-2008.

Kennewick - Irrigation Canal
The irrigation canal parallel to Alder Street in Kennewick, Washington was running full of water on 11-June-2008.

Kennewick - Pat and Floyd Gleich
Pat and Floyd Gleich enjoyed dinner in their home in Kennewick, Washington on 12-June-2008.

Kennewick - Floyd Gleich
Floyd Gleich sat in his favorite chair in his home in Kennewick, Washington on 13-June-2008.

Kennewick - Pat Gleich
Pat Gleich sat on the sofa in her living room in Kennewick, Washington on 12-June-2008.

Kennewick - Pat Gleich
Pat Gleich posed after returning from a Kennewick General Hospital Auxiliary event on 12-June-2008.

Stanfield - Floyd Gleich
Floyd Gleich returned to the car at the Rest Area on I-84 near Stanfield, Oregon enroute to Pendleton on 10-June-2008.

Pasco - Pat and Floyd Gleich
Pat and Floyd Gleich waited patiently at the Greyhound station in Pasco, Washington on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River
Rattlesnake Mountain and the city of Richland were in the background crossing the Columbia River on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Columbia River
The view from I-182 as it crossed the Columbia River near Richland, Washington was captured on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Yakima River
The Yakima River, behind Richland, Washington, was crossed on I-182 on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Yakima River
The Yakima River again came into sight near Benton City, Washington on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Mount Adams
Mount Adams came into sight for the first time near Gibbon, Washington on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Yakima River
Mount Adams loomed in the background as I-82 ran along the Yakima River east of Prosser, Washington on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Mount Adams
At 12,276 feet, Mount Adams remained in sight as viewed from I-82 near Sunnyside, Washington on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Mount Adams
A greener foreground took over in front of Mount Adams continuing up the Yakima Valley near Sunnyside on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Fields
This scene near Zillah, Washington demonstrated the impact of irrigation on the Yakima Valley on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Selah Creek
This view of Selah Creek was taken as I-82 climbed South Umtanum Ridge north of Yakima, Washington on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Mount Rainier
Mount Rainier was briefly visible in the climb up South Umtanum Ridge near Selah, Washington on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Burbank Creek
Nearly-dry Burbank Creek was the next depression before I-82 climbed North Umtanum Ridge on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Saddle Mountains
A typical non-irrigated scene of eastern Washington state was viewed in the Yakima Firing Range on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Kittitas Valley
The Kittitas Valley appeared as I-82 descended off Manashtash Ridge south of Ellensburg, Washington on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Kittitas Valley
A view toward Kittitas, Washington was obtained as I-82 descended into the Kittitas Valley on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
Mount Stuart at left was amongst the Cascade Mountains seen from I-90 near Thorp, Washington on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Mount Stuart
Mount Stuart, at 9,415 feet in elevation, rose well above the terrain near Elk Heights, Washington on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Keechelus Lake
Keechelus Lake, at about 2500 feet high in the Cascade Mountains, was viewed from I-90 east of Hyak on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Keechelus Lake
The water was high enough in Keechelus Lake that this high point near Hyak, Washington was an island on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
Kendall Peak in the Cascade Mountains rose above the summit of Snoqualmie Pass, Washington on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
Snoqualmie Mountain at 6,278 feet rose above the Snoqualmie Pass, Washington area on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
A steep ridge of Denny Mountain was noted as the descent from Snoqualmie Pass started on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
Granite Mountain provided the frame to the north of I-90 as it descended from Snoqualmie Pass on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
Cloud cover started rolling in as I-90 left the Cascade Mountains down Denny Creek near Bandera on 14-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge
On a sunnier day, a hike up Rattlesnake Ledge near Cedar Falls, Washington loomed on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge
A closer look at Rattlesnake Ledge, at elevation 2079 feet, from its trailhead on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Lake
Half way up the Rattlesnake Ledge trail, this view of Rattlesnake Lake was attained on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Lake
Another view of Rattlesnake Lake and its spring extent was taken from half way up Rattlesnake Ledge on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge View
A view of the Snoqualmie Valley was attained from the top of Rattlesnake Ledge above Cedar Falls on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge View
Mount Si and the town of North Bend were part of the Snoqualmie Valley view from Rattlesnake Ledge on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge View
North Bend took center stage in this view of the Snoqualmie Valley from Rattlesnake Ledge on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge View
Blue Mountain appeared off in the distance beyond the Snoqualmie Valley as viewed from Rattlesnake Ledge on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge View
At elevation 4167 feet, Mount Si towered over the Snoqualmie Valley, viewed from Rattlesnake Ledge on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge View
Mount Si, named for early settler Josiah "Uncle Si" Merritt, was viewed from Rattlesnake Ledge on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge View
A view to the northeast from Rattlesnake Ledge looked toward the middle fork of the Snoqualmie River on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge View
Mount Garfield appeared to the northeast well beyond the town of Tanner as seen from Rattlesnake Ledge on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge View
Mount Defiance Ridge towered over the route to Snoqualmie Pass up the South Fork of the Snoqualmie River on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Circumhorizontal Arc
A circumhorizontal arc appeared in the sky above Mount Lindsay as viewed from Rattlesnake Ledge on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Circumhorizontal Arc
A circumhorizontal arc, formed by ice crystals in cirrus clouds, was observed from Rattlesnake Ledge on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge View
Chester Morris Reservoir was viewed in the distance to the east from Rattlesnake Ledge above Cedar Falls on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge View
Chester Morris Reservoir, a source of drinking water for the city of Seattle, was seen on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge View
A view to the southeast from Rattlesnake Ledge featured more of the Cedar River watershed on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge
A chipmunk braved the edge of Rattlesnake Ledge above the Cedar River watershed on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge
A chipmunk enjoyed the terrain on the top of Rattlesnake Ledge, Washington on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge
A ravine in the middle of Rattlesnake Ledge offered another hazard to hikers on to of the ledge on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge
Flowers bloomed on the top of Rattlesnake Ledge, Washington on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge
Kathy Gleich posed on top of Rattlesnake Ledge after a 1200-foot climb on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge
Chuck and Kathy Gleich posed on top of Rattlesnake Ledge in front of Chester Morris Reservoir on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge
Lance Gleich posed on Rattlesnake Ledge in front of Mount Si on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge
Upper Rattlesnake Ledge, even higher above, was viewed from Lower Rattlesnake Ledge on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Lake
Rattlesnake Lake was viewed from Lower Rattlesnake Ledge high above on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Lake
All of Rattlesnake Lake could not even be captured in a single shot from Lower Rattlesnake Ledge on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Lake
The north end of Rattlesnake Lake, including the parking lot where the first picture was taken, was seen on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge
A view down the north face of Lower Rattlesnake Ledge featured this drop-off on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Ledge
This pine tree had an exceptional number of pine cones, noted on Rattlesnake Ledge on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Lake
Back at valley level, the high water on Rattlesnake Lake was observed on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Lake
The spring extent of the Rattlesnake Lake was impressive as observed in this view to the southeast on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Hawk
A hawk was noted flying over Cedar Falls, Washington near Rattlesnake Lake on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - John Wayne Trail
The onetime roadbed of the Milwaukee Road railroad at Cedar Falls, Washington was the John Wayne Trail on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - John Wayne Trail
Looking south, the beginning of the John Wayne Trail in Cedar Falls, Washington was observed on 20-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain Trail
The path up Squak Mountain south of Issaquah, Washington generally appeared like this scene on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Creek
The path up Squak Mountain crossed Squak Creek part way up the mountain, as observed on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Downy Woodpecker
A Downy Woodpecker worked on a tree on Squak Mountain south of Issaquah, Washington on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain View
A view to the east at the Squak Mountain lookout generally looked toward the Cedar River watershed on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain View
The view from the Squak Mountain outlook extended all the way south to Mount Rainier on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain View
Mount Rainier rose in the distance above the old Cedar Hills landfill seen from Squak Mountain on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Mount Rainier
Mount Rainier had a ring of low clouds around it as viewed from Squak Mountain south of Issaquah on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain
Chuck and Kathy Gleich posed at the viewpoint on Squak Mountain in front of Mount Rainier on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain
Lance and Chuck Gleich stood in front of Mount Rainier on Squak Mountain on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain
Lance Gleich posed at the viewpoint on Squak Mountain with Mount Rainier in the background on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Stellar's Jay
A Stellar's Jay enjoyed the habitat on Squak Mountain south of Issaquah, Washington on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain View
The view from Squak Mountain extended all the way to Tacoma's Commencement Bay as observed on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain View
A closer view revealed Point Defiance and a portion of Commencement Bay in Tacoma as seen on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain View
To the west, the towers at Sea-Tac International Airport and Vashon Island beyond could be seen on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain View
Lake Youngs appeared in the distance to the south-southwest from the outlook on Squak Mountain on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain View
The comparatively-small Lake Kathleen could be viewed from outlook on Squak Mountain on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain
The trees on Squak Mountain rose well above the lookout on the south face of the mountain on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain
Chuck Gleich hiked back down Squak Mountain on the afternoon of 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain
A variety of flat mushrooms were noted growing on a tree on Squak Mountain on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain
A variety of smaller mushrooms were growing on a log on Squak Mountain on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain
A thick mushroom grew horizontally in the lower forest of Squak Mountain as observed on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain
Much of the terrain of Squak Mountain was dominated by these ferns observed on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Squak Mountain
Kathy and Chuck Gleich paused briefly while hiking on Squak Mountain south of Issaquah, Washington on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Mount Rainier
Mount Rainier peered above the ridge line as seen from the East Channel Bridge over Lake Washington on 16-June-2008.

Scenery - Lake Washington
A view north from the I-90 floating bridge over Lake Washington looked toward the Evergreen Point Bridge on 15-June-2008.

Scenery - Mount Rainer
Mount Rainier rose above Mercer Island as viewed from the Lake Washington Floating Bridge on 15-June-2008.

Scenery - Mount Rainier
At 14,410 feet in elevation, Mount Rainier dominated the scene above Mercer Island and Lake Washington on 15-June-2008.

Scenery - Mount Rainier
A final look at Mount Rainier as observed from the Lacey V. Murrow floating bridge over Lake Washington on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Skyline
The Seattle skyline was observed on an uncharacteristically sunny day from Beacon Hill on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - First Hill
A view of First Hill in Seattle, with the cranes around Harborview Hospital demonstrating "Pill Hill" on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - International District
The ceramic and steel Chinatown Gate had been dedicated on 9-February-2008 and was photographed on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - International District
Kathy and Chuck Gleich posed outside a sculpture near the International District transit station on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Train Stations
Seattle's Union Station in the foreground was an office building, but King Street Station was active on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Safeco Field
Safeco Field's retractable roof was open as a special Sounder commuter train arrived from Tacoma on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - King Street Station
The Sounder Special, with the specially-painted "Tacoma City of Destiny" locomotive arrived in Seattle on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - New BNSF Locomotive
Brand new BNSF ES44DC locomotive #7398 departed Seattle on the Z-SSECHC to Chicago on 18-June-2008.

Seattle - Future Transit Mural
This mural in SoDo apparently expressed the future of transit in Seattle, and it would be an "Express" on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Beacon Hill
Amazon.com's headquarters (formerly a Marine Hospital) overlooked the I-5/I-90 interchange on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Safeco Field Views
The Starbucks' Headquarters Building, formerly owned by Sears, was viewed from Safeco Field in Seattle on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Safeco Field View
The "Westerdam" and the "Star Princess" were docked at Cruise Terminal 30 in Seattle on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Safeco Field View
The Alaskan Way Viaduct provided the foreground for this view of the Port of Seattle's Terminal 46 on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Safeco Field View
The Seattle Skyline and waterfront was viewed from the top level of Safeco Field on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Safeco Field View
Crowds flowed past Qwest Field toward Safeco Field down 2nd Avenue in Seattle before the Mariner's game on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Safeco Field View
Qwest Field, home of the Seattle Seahawks, was viewed from Safeco Field, home of the Mariners, on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Safeco Field
The Seattle skyline loomed in the distance in this view inside Safeco Field on a sunny 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Safeco Field
A closer look at the Safeco Field sign in the outfield of the stadium was taken on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Safeco Field
The Seahawks had to be kidding on 15-June-2008. A Mariner was going to hit the ball over Royal Brougham Way? Right.

Seattle - Safeco Field
The banners in Safeco Field on 15-June-2008 reminded that the Mariners were once a good baseball team.

Seattle - Safeco Field
Chuck and Kathy Gleich watched the Seattle Mariners play in Safeco Field on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Skyline
The 1914-era Smith Tower, tallest in the west until 1962, and the 1985-era Columbia Center in Seattle on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Triangle Pub
The Triangle Pub really occupied the bottom floor of a triangle-shaped building in Seattle on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Signs
This unusual safety sign was noted along Alaskan Way in Seattle on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Signs
Despite the lack of a running Waterfront Streetcar, this sign still warned of approaching streetcars on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Signs
The closed Madison Street Waterfront Streetcar station across from Ivar's was Clam Central Station on 14-June-2008.

Seattle - Yesler Way
The original "Skid Road," Seattle's Yesler Way, was noted from the Seattle waterfront on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Waterfront
The cruise ship "Westerdam" caused the state ferry "Kaleetan" to approach from Bremerton strangely on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Waterfront
The state ferry "Tacoma" docked in Seattle with Qwest Field, Safeco Field, and Mount Rainier watching on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Waterfront
A closer look at the Seattle skyline from the WaMu Center to the Smith Tower, obtained from Pier 62 on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Waterfront
A wider view of the Seattle waterfront taken from Pier 62 included Mount Rainier at the far right on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Waterfront
The Princess Cruises "Star Princess" started its departure from Terminal 30 in Seattle on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Star Princess
The 2002-era Star Princess and its 18 decks turned around in Eliott Bay as seen from Pier 62 in Seattle on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Waterfront
The "Star Princess" was positioned to depart Seattle in front of Harbor Island in Eliott Bay on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Waterfront
The Bell Street Harbor (Pier 64 in Seattle) was full of wooden boats there for Classic Weekend on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Waterfront
A view of the wooden boats from the Classic Yacht Association at Bell Street Harbor in Seattle on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Waterfront
A banner proclaimed the presence of Classic Yacht Association craft at the Bell Street Harbor in Seattle on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Waterfront
The "Super Class" state ferry "Yakima" was dry-docked at Todd Shipyards on Harbor Island in Seattle on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Waterfront
A container ship approached Alki Point in West Seattle as it headed out of Eliott Bay on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Waterfront
Harbor Island and part of Eliott Bay could still be viewed from West Point farther north in Seattle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - West Point
The South Beach at West Point in Seattle's Discovery Park enjoyed a low tide below Magnolia Bluff on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Waterfront
The view south from West Point in Seattle looked toward Alki Point and Vashon Island on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Tugboat
A tugboat chugged by West Point in Seattle with the Olympic Mountains in the background on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - West Point Lighthouse
The 1881-era West Point Lighthouse was the first manned light station on Puget Sound, observed on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Manhole Cover
Many of Seattle's municipal manhole covers show a Salish-inspired design, including this one seen on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Bergman Luggage
Bergman Luggage had been a Seattle institution since 1927, including this store on 3rd Avenue noted on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - 4th and Stewart
A Seattle Mariners Store was one of the tenants of this building at 4th and Stewart in Seattle on 15-June-2008.

Seattle - Space Needle
The Experience Music Project provided visual pollution at the base of Seattle's Space Needle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Space Needle
A jet airplane on approach to Seattle's Sea-Tac Airport passed behind the Space Needle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Center for Wooden Boats
This Honor Pole from the Tlingit people of Klawock was displayed outside the Center for Wooden Boats on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Center for Wooden Boats
The workshop area of the Center for Wooden Boats at Seattle's Lake Union was observed on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Northwest Seaport
The Wawona, an 1897-era Pacific Schooner, was one of only two such commercial sailing ships remaining on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Northwest Seaport
The stern of the Wawona, built in 1987 in Fairhaven, California, was awaiting work in Seattle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Fireboat Duwamish
The Puget Sound Fireboat Foundation's 1909-era Duwamish could pump 22,800 gallons per minute, seen on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Northwest Seaport
The tug Arthur Foss, built in 1889, was the last remaining ship from the 1898 Alaska Gold Rush, observed on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Northwest Seaport
The smokestack of the Arthur Foss, converted to diesel in 1934, was photographed at Seattle's Lake Union on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Northwest Seaport
1904-era Lightship #83, the "Relief," was renamed "Swiftsure" for its Strait of Juan de Fuca stint, seen 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Virginia V
Seattle's legendary "Mosquito Fleet" survivor, the Virginia V built in 1922, was docked at Lake Union on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Virginia V
The Virginia V had been placed on the National Register of Historic Places in 1973, observed 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Virginia V
The engine room of the Virginia V was open for all to view featuring a triple-expansion steam engine on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Virginia V
These gauges monitored the operation of the 400-horsepower steam engine in the Virginia V, observed on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Virginia V
The Virginia V's engine was built by Heffernan Iron Works and originally was used in the Virginia IV, seen 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Virginia V
The Virginia V's latest boiler was constructed in 2000 by Babcock and Wilcox and seen on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Virginia V
This display showed what the captain was commanding for the engine room on the Virginia V as it appeared on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Virginia V
The steps to the second deck on the Virginia V were observed at Seattle's Lake Union on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Virginia V
The rear of the second deck on the Virginia V looked out upon Seattle's Lake Union on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Virginia V
The Virginia V Foundation completed a $5 million restoration of the vessel in 2005, and it looked good on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Virginia V
The cabin of the Virginia V was observed from the front of the ship on Seattle's Lake Union on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Virginia V
The wheel of the Virginia V looked as good as new as observed at Seattle's Lake Union on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Virginia V
The other end of the throttle communication found in the engine room was observed in the cabin on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Virginia V
Arguably, the best part of the Virginia V was its steam whistle, observed in Seattle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Virginia V
The stern of the Virginia V hid the stern of the lightship Swiftsure at Seattle's Lake Union on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Nina and Seaplane
The replica of the Columbus ship Nina and a Kenmore Air Otter seaplane were observed from the Virginia V on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Virginia V and Nina
The Puget Sound mosquito fleet "Virginia V" made the transoceanic "Nina" look tiny in Seattle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Seaplane and Nina
Kenmore Air's deHaviland Otter seaplane N31256 prepared to take off near the Nina replica in Seattle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Nina
The first Nina had been Christopher Columbus' favorite in the 15th century; the replica visited Seattle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Nina
The replica of the Nina had been built in 1991 in Brazil and was visiting Seattle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Nina
Kathy and Chuck Gleich posed aboard the replica of the Nina in Seattle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Nina
The bow of the Nina, a caravel-type ship constructed to duplicate Columbus' original ship, seen 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Nina
This anchor on display on the Nina replica in Seattle on 19-June-2008, had been dated as a 15th-century anchor.

Seattle - Nina
This plaque described the construction history of the Nina replica, observed in Seattle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Nina
A mast of the replica Nina was observed in Seattle on 19-June-2008. The replica has four masts; the original 3 or 4.

Seattle - Nina
The deck of the Nina, built in Bahia, Brazil using 15th century methods, was seen in Seattle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Nina
The launch onboard the Nina could carry much of the Columbus-era crew of 24 as seen on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Nina
The captain's quarters on the Nina featured two bunks just four feet tall when the ship visited Seattle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Nina
There were a variety of historical displays below deck on the Nina when it was docked in Seattle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Nina
The rudder was observed below deck on the Nina when it was docked in Seattle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Nina
The rear mast of the replica Nina pointed to the sky above Lake Union in Seattle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Nina
The rear of the Nina was observed docked along Lake Union in Seattle, Washington on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Nina
Some of the design details of ocean-going caravel Nina were captured as it docked in Seattle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Nina
The stern of the Nina posed quietly in the fresh water of Lake Union in Seattle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Sea Star
The "Sea Star," a ship from the Discovery Channel "Deadliest Catch" series, was docked in Seattle on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - Sea Star
The 1969-era, 94-foot "Sea Star" was docked at Fisherman's Terminal in Seattle, Washington on 19-June-2008.

Bellevue - Flag Day
The Gleich home in Bellevue, Washington was patriotic for Flag Day on 15-June-2008.

Bellevue - Maggie
Maggie the cat had her head up to the bar (or couch) at her home in Bellevue, Washington on 20-June-2008.

Bellevue - Maggie
Maggie the cat appeared to be demanding more service at her home in Bellevue, Washington on 20-June-2008.

Bellevue - Maggie
Maggie the cat soaked up the sun at her home in Bellevue, Washington on 20-June-2008.

Bellevue - Eagle
A young eagle perched in a tree near the South Bellevue Park and Ride lot on 15-June-2008.

Bellevue - Eagle
The young eagle took to the skies above South Bellevue, Washington on 15-June-2008.

Bellevue - Flicker
A Red-Shafted Northern Flicker was noted walking along the sidewalk in Bellevue, Washington on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Flicker
The Red-Shafted Northern Flicker apparently found a meal next to a sidewalk in Bellevue on 17-June-2008.

Medina - Duck
An unusual duck enjoyed a swim on Medina Pond in Medina, Washington on 18-June-2008.

Medina - Song Sparrow
A Song Sparrow appeared to have found a meal at Medina Park in Medina, Washington on 18-June-2008.

Medina - Herons
Look carefully--at least five Great Blue Herons were visible in this Medina Park tree in Medina, Washington on 18-June-2008.

Medina - Herons
This tree in Medina Park had been chosen by Great Blue Herons for their nests as observed on 18-June-2008.

Medina - Heron
A Great Blue Heron posed on a branch of the Medina Park nesting tree in Medina, Washington on 18-June-2008.

Bellevue - Swallow
A swallow was captured flying around Downtown Park in Bellevue, Washington on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
A duck posed at Downtown Park in Bellevue, Washington on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
The skyscrapers of downtown Bellevue loomed in the background in this overview of Downtown Park on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
This plaque honoring former Puget Power executive John W. Ellis was noted in Bellevue's Downtown Park on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
Chuck Gleich picked a brochure for the temporary Green Sculptured exhibit at Bellevue's Downtown Park on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
"Round and Round" by Bernard F. Hosey, made of recycled steel was part of the Green Sculpted display at 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
"Holiest of Holies" by Bernard F. Hosey, another recycled steel sculpture in the Green Sculpted display on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
"Building Wave" by Christopher Fennell, part of the Green Sculpted display, was in the pond on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
"Nights Weigh" by Mary Kuebelbeck was part of the Green Sculpted display at Bellevue's Downtown Park on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
"Zen Beacon" by Thor Myhre, made of recycled metal, was observed during the Green Sculpted show on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
The Bellevue skyline provided a dramatic backdrop to the "Building Wave" sculpture at Downtown Park on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
"Building Wave" and "Holiest of Holies" lined up in front of construction in downtown Bellevue, Washington on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
"Seven" by Thor Myhre, another work constructed of recycled metal, was noted in the Green Sculpted show on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
"Stop Throwing Away Good Stuff" by Jeff Tangen in Downtown Park included traffic light lenses on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
Bellevue's Downtown Park featured some permanent sculptures as well, including this set seen on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
Some of the permanent steel art at Bellevue's Downtown Park was observed on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
Arguably "Integration with Nature Part Two" by Byron Johnston was the weirdest display in Green Sculpted on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
"Sea Horse" by Steve Jensen, made of fallen madrona wood, was part of Green Sculpted on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
"Old Growth" by Micajah Bienvenu, made of stainless steel, was part of the Green Sculpted exhibit on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
"17" by Brennan Conaway, clearly made of discarded doors, was another strange part of Green Sculpted on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
"Water Precious Water" by Verena Schwippert, made of granite, was part of Green Sculpted on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
Soon to be married, Emilie Ellis and Bryan Knutson posed at Bellevue's Downtown Park on 20-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
Former elementary school classmates Lance Gleich and Emilie Ellis posed at Bellevue's Downtown Park on 20-June-2008.

Bellevue - Downtown Park
Two different bees enjoyed the flowers at Bellevue's Downtown Park on 17-June-2008.

Bellevue - Crossroads Park
Many bees were enjoying the lilacs at Crossroads Park in Bellevue, Washington on 18-June-2008.

Bellevue - Crossroads Park
The new centerpiece of Crossroads Park in Bellevue, Washington was observed on 18-June-2008.

Bellevue - Crossroads Park
These flags represented the nationalities of children in the Crossroads area of Bellevue, Washington on 18-June-2008.

Bellevue - Crossroads Park
The new water park at Bellevue's Crossroads Park was observed on 18-June-2008.

Bellevue - Crossroads Park
This play Orca whale will be part of the water park at Bellevue's Crossroads Park, though it wasn't open on 18-June-2008.

Bellevue - Crossroads Park
This dragon's head will be part of the water park at Bellevue's Crossroads Park, still not open to the public on 18-June-2008.

Bellevue - Crossroads Park
A frog would apparently have water spout from its nose at the water park in Bellevue's Crossroads Park on 18-June-2008.

Bellevue - Kelsey Creek Park
This shelter was typical of the picnic shelters at Bellevue's Kelsey Creek Park on 19-June-2008.

Bellevue - Kelsey Creek Park
This interesting artwork was part of the woodwork on the picnic shelter at Bellevue's Kelsey Creek Park on 19-June-2008.

Bellevue - Kelsey Creek Park
Bruce Kvam prepared chicken for a barbeque dinner at Bellevue's Kelsey Creek Park on 19-June-2008.

Bellevue - Kelsey Creek Park
Jackson Kvam played with pine cones at Bellevue's Kelsey Creek Park on 19-June-2008.

Bellevue - Kelsey Creek Park
Jackson Kvam climbed a tree at Bellevue's Kelsey Creek Park on 19-June-2008.

Bellevue - Kelsey Creek Park
Jackson Kvam enjoyed a cookie while his father Bruce looked on at Kelsey Creek Park in Belleuve on 19-June-2008.

Bellevue - Kelsey Creek Park
Jackson Kvam tried to impress his father Bruce during a barbeque at Bellevue's Kelsey Creek Park on 19-June-2008.

Bellevue - Kvam Family
Bruce, Jackson, and Michele Kvam enjoyed Bellevue's Kelsey Creek Park on 19-June-2008.

Seattle - McGradies and Gleichs
Barney McGrady, Kathy Gleich, and Chuck Gleich posed at King Street Station in Seattle on 21-June-2008.

Seattle - McGradies
Siblings Barney McGrady and Kathy Gleich sat at Seattle's King Street Station on 21-June-2008.

Seattle - Gleich and McGradies
Lance Gleich, Barney McGrady, and Kathy Gleich sat at Seattle's King Street Station on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Boeing Field
Amtrak's Coast Starlight passed Boeing Field in Seattle soon after its initial departure on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - SR 509 Bridge
The state route 509 bridge over the Thea Foss Waterway in Tacoma, Washington was viewed from the train on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Ruston
A view north along Puget Sound looked past Vashon Island at Ruston, Washington on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Tacoma Narrows Bridges
The near-twin Tacoma Narrows Bridges were observed from Amtrak's Coast Starlight on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Tacoma Narrows Bridges
The differences between the 2007 and 1950 era Narrows bridges were apparent in this view from below on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Titlow
The docks in Puget Sound at Titlow, Washington were observed from the Coast Starlight on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Puget Sound
The Olympic Mountains were visible in the distance as the train ran along Puget Sound near West Tacoma on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Puget Sound
An old dock protruded into Puget Sound as Amtrak's Coast Starlight approached West Tacoma, Washington on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Puget Sound
Another view of Puget Sound looking toward the west was taken near Steilacoom, Washington on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Steilacoom
The Steilacoom ferry terminal was empty on 21-June-2008, with one boat leased to the state and the other in service.

Scenery - Ketron Island
The south end of Ketron Island south of Steilacoom was observed from the train on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Anderson Island
A small shipwreck was noted across from the south end of Anderson Island north of Nisqually on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Nisqually Tideflats
Puget Sound disappeared into the Nisqually Tideflats north of Nisqually, Washington on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Nisqually River
The Nisqually River was viewed from the passing Coast Starlight south of Nisqually, Washington on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Mima Mounds
The mysterious Mima Mounds, origin unknown, were observed north of Tenino, Washington on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - St. Johns Bridge
The St. Johns Bridge over the Willamette River in Portland, Oregon was observed from the train on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Train at Portland
Amtrak's Coast Starlight posed at Portland, Oregon's Union Station during its station stop on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Burnside Bridge
The Burnside Bridge over the Willamette River in Portland, Oregon was observed from a parallel bridge on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Portland Construction
Construction was underway at Grand Ave (Highway 99E) in Portland, Oregon on 21-June-2008, a possible future museum site.

Scenery - Oregon Falls
Oregon Falls, site of the first intercity electrical transmission in the US (to Portland), was observed 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Oregon Falls
Another view of the horseshoe-shaped Oregon Falls on the Willamette River in Oregon City, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Willamette River
The tracks turned away from the placid Willamette River near Canby, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Oregon State Capitol
The Oregon State Capitol building in Salem, Oregon was observed from Amtrak's Coast Starlight on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Salem Station
The former Southern Pacific station in Salem, Oregon was observed from the arriving Coast Starlight on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Willamette River
The Willamette River had moved since this bridge had been constructed near Harrisburg, Oregon as seen on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Amtrak at Eugene
The northbound Coast Starlight pulled into the station at Eugene as viewed from the southbound train on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Amtrak at Eugene
The 1930-era "Georgia 300" private car brought up the rear of the northbound Coast Starlight at Eugene on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Willamette River
Amtrak's Coast Starlight crossed the Willamette River to the north side near Springfield, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Willamette River Bridge
The Willamette River bridge near Springfield, Oregon was viewed from the private car "Scottish Thistle" on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Jasper
This view near Jasper, Oregon was taken from the "Scottish Thistle" thanks to owner Dean McCormick on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Lookout Reservoir
Lookout Reservoir west of Hampton, Oregon was observed from the "Scottish Thistle" on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Train at Hampton
Amtrak's Coast Starlight rounded a curve along the Lookout Reservoir near Hampton, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Lookout Reservoir
Another view down Lookout Reservoir in the Cascade Mountains was taken near Hampton, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Willamette River
Amtrak's Coast Starlight crossed the Willamette River east of Hampton, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Willamette River
The steel truss bridge over the Willamette River near Hampton, Oregon was observed on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascades Mountains
Typical scenery in the Cascades Mountains was observed near Lookout, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Tunnel #24
Note the notches added to Tunnel #24 near Lookout, Oregon to accommodate double-stacks, seen on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Train at Lookout
The rear of a northbound Union Pacific mixed freight that met the Coast Starlight at Lookout was seen on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Tunnel #22
Note the "1910" date on tunnel #22 on 21-June-2008; the line had been completed as far as Oakridge in 1912.

Scenery - Signals
A classic Southern Pacific searchlight signal bridge still stood at Pryor, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Slide Fence
A slide fence to turn signals red if a slide occurred was noted along the tracks south of Pryor, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - McCredie Springs
The station sign revealed the Union Pacific influence at McCredie Springs, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
The valley was getting deeper as the tracks approached Heather, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Staging at Heather
This site at Heather, Oregon apparently used for staging was the first sign of the major slide work on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Willamette Highway
The tracks crossed the Willamette Highway, Oregon route 58, near Heather, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Willamette River
The tracks also crossed the middle fork of the Willamette River one last time near Heather, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Bridge at Heather
The curved steel bridge at Heather, Oregon was observed from the "Scottish Thistle" on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Mount David Douglas
Mount David Douglas, at an elevation above 6200 feet, towered near Heather, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
The shadows were lengthening as the train climbed toward Wicopee, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Line Slide
The beginning of the Lower Slide site which took the line out of service on 19-January-2008 was observed 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Line Slide
The staging area at the lower slide site at Wicopee, Oregon was observed on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Line Slide
A view up the hill where the lower slide occurred at Wicopee, Oregon was taken on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Line Slide
A closer look at the slide site resulting in six feet of debris over the tracks at Wicopee, Oregon seen on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Tunnel #20
Note the 1926 date on tunnel #20 south of Wicopee on 21-June-2008; the line did not initially open until 1926.

Scenery - Wicopee Water Spout
The steam-era water spout remained at Wicopee, Oregon for fire-fighting purposes as observed on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
A stable portion of the hillside was captured from Wicopee, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Line Slide
A major staging area for the slide cleanup was located next to the Wicopee, Oregon siding on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Line Slide
The staging site ended at the south end of Wicopee, Oregon as observed from the "Scottish Thistle" on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Mount David Douglas
Mount David Douglas was viewed from much farther away approaching Fields, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Tunnel #17
The other kind of view of a tunnel portal was taken at Tunnel #17 from the "Scottish Thistle" on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Fields
A slightly different signal bridge was located at the north end of Fields, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Tunnel #15
The siding at Fields, Oregon was still visible through tunnel #15 as viewed from the "Scottish Thistle" on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
Above Fields, Oregon, the tracks were on a ledge high above the valley below as captured on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Upper Slide Site
The signal bridge for the old Frazier siding marked the start of the upper slide site on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Upper Slide Site
The new sub-roadbed at the upper slide site seen 21-June-2008; fifteen feet below the tracks had disappeared here.

Scenery - Upper Slide Site
Attempts to stabilize the hillside above the upper slide site, where fifteen feet of debris had been, seen 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Upper Slide Site
More of the stabilization was observed at Frazier, Oregon on 21-June-2008; the line had not re-opened until 5-April.

Scenery - Upper Slide Site
A final look at the upper slide site at Frazier, Oregon on 21-June-2008; Amtrak service had not resumed until 7-May.

Scenery - Snow Sheds
Much of the line had been protected by snow sheds such as these noted south of Frazier, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
A view down into the valley was obtained from a high bridge south of Frazier, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
The Cascade Mountains dominated the landscape south of Frazier, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
The "Scottish Thistle" carried the markers of the Coast Starlight across a high bridge near Cruzatte on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
Amtrak's Coast Starlight entered Tunnel #9 after crossing a curved bridge north of Cruzatte, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
A creek reminded why the mountains are called the Cascades north of Cruzatte, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
A snowshed portended the entrance to tunnel #7 north of Cruzatte, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
The siding at Cruzatte, Oregon was observed from the platform of the "Scottish Thistle" on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
Some snow was noted along the side of the right-of-way at Cruzatte, Oregon, elevation about 4000 feet, on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
The tracks continued to climb toward the summit tunnel, at elevation 4840 feet, near Abernathy, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
This unexpected clearing near Abernathy, Oregon may have been related to the upper slide efforts, seen 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Mountains
Now over the summit, the tracks started to descend near Cascade Summit, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Odell Lake
A brief view of Odell Lake was obtained from the "Scottish Thistle" near Cascade Summit, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Meet at Crescent Lake
Union Pacific's ZLCBR intermodal train waited for the Coast Starlight in the siding at Crescent Lake on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Meet at Yamsay
Amtrak's Coast Starlight met a northbound BNSF freight train at Yamsay, Oregon as light faded on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Scottish Thistle
Chris Fussell and owner Dean McCormick enjoyed the interior of the 1959-built Scottish Thistle on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Scottish Thistle
Chris and owner Dean McCormick, who had kindly allowed us to ride, talked in the former CN car on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Scottish Thistle
Owner Dean McCormick had purchased the Scottish Thistle in 1994 and had operated it ever since, seen 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Scottish Thistle
The kitchen of the Scottish Thistle was observed as it rode the rear of Amtrak's Coast Starlight on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Scottish Thistle
The dining area of the Scottish Thistle could serve ten people though not in the configuration seen on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Sunset
The sun had set as observed from the platform of the Scottish Thistle near Lenz, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Mount Thielsen
Mount Thielsen, and its sharp 9182-foot summit, was observed after sunset near Lenz, Oregon on 21-June-2008.

Scenery - Sutter Buttes
The "world's smallest mountain range," the Sutter Buttes, were observed not long after sunrise on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - American River
The American River was crossed on Amtrak's Coast Starlight just north of Sacramento, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Sacramento Fueling
During the stop at Sacramento, California, the locomotives were fueled on the Coast Starlight on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Sacramento
Amtrak California corridor equipment sat in the yards at Sacramento, California on the morning of 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Pacific Parlor Car
The bar aboard the Pacific Parlor Car "Willamette Valley" was observed on-board the Coast Starlight on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Pacific Parlor Car
The former Santa Fe Pacific Parlor cars had just been overhauled the previous spring, as observed on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Pacific Parlor Car
The chairs in the parlor were well-patronized by sleeping car passengers who were the only ones allowed, 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Pacific Parlor Car
Downstairs, the first class-only Pacific Parlor Car featured a small theater as observed on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Pacific Parlor Car
The wide screen television in the Pacific Parlor car's theater sat unused during the trip on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Stockton
Now on the detour, the Coast Starlight passed the diamonds at Stockton, California, and entered the BNSF on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Highway 99
Amtrak's Coast Starlight crossed California highway 99 near Hanshaw, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Riverbank
A treatment plant was observed near Riverbank, California as we headed down the San Joaquin Valley on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Tuolomne River
While water in the San Joaquin Valley was rare, the train crossed the Tuolomne River near Empire on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Cows
These cows appeared to walk on--or at least wade through--water near Ballico, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Fresno
The former Santa Fe station in Fresno, California was not a stop for the Coast Starlight on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Fields
Most of the San Joaquin Valley looked like these fields noted near Shirley, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Hanford
The intermodal station in Hanford, California was observed from the passing Coast Starlight on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Bakersfield Crew Change
A BNSF freight passed as our Amtrak train changed crews for the run beyond Bakersfield, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Bakersfield
It's not every day that a Superliner train visited Bakersfield, California, but we were there on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Bakersfield
The Bakersfield station sign proved that our detouring train had actually reached this location on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Fields
Now on the Union Pacific beyond Bakersfield, we encountered more fields near Magunden, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Orchard
The landscape had changed into an orchard near Sandcut, California as viewed from the Coast Starlight on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Ranch
By Bena, California, the farming had given way to ranching along the former Southern Pacific tracks on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Rocks
Timetable south of Bena, California, rocks dominated the landscape as we climbed Tehachapi Pass on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Creek Bed
The tracks ran along the dry bed of a creek south of Bena, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Hillside
The canyon had tightened, offering this view of the hillside near Ilmon, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Ravine
A small ravine was noted to the geographic south as the train clawed uphill near Ilmon, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Train at Ilmon
Amtrak's Coast Starlight rounded a curve on the UP's Mojave Subdivision near Ilmon, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Canyon
The canyon continued to narrow as the train approached Caliente, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Canyon
A look back at the Scottish Thistle on the rear of Amtrak's Coast Starlight as it approached Caliente on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
Railfans had gathered on Caliente-Bodfish Road above in anticipation of the meet between the Starlights on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
The track above Caliente was observed as we climbed toward the end of double track on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
One railfan had found some nice shade in Caliente, California as the Coast Starlight passed on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
Amtrak's northbound Coast Starlight came into sight on the track above Caliente, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
The first Amtrak meet on Tehachapi Pass in history was about to occur at Caliente, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
A close look at the northbound Starlight revealed it had a diner-lounge substituting for the Parlor on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
The "Silver Solarium" brought up the rear of the northbound Coast Starlight near Caliente, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
Regular Coast Starlight P42DC #113 led the northbound train at Caliente, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
The first meet between Coast Starlights on Tehachapi Pass occurred at Caliente, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
Railfans overflowed the lounge of Amtrak's northbound Coast Starlight at Caliente, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
Railfans jammed the vestibule of the private car "Silver Solarium" on the rear of Starlight at Caliente on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
The former California Zephyr "Silver Solarium" provided a classy end to the northbound at Caliente on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
The railfan event attracted more people to Caliente, California than had been seen in years on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
On the move again, the southbound Coast Starlight rounded the horseshoe curve at Caliente, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
Note the track on the high level above the train as it rounded the horseshoe curve at Caliente on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
The "Scottish Thistle" carried the markers of the train as it rounded the horseshoe curve at Caliente on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
As the train climbed, a nice view opened up of the horseshoe curve at Caliente just traversed on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
A closer look back at Caliente, California including the siding where the meet had occurred at left on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
The hills above Caliente, California were viewed from the detouring Amtrak Coast Starlight on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
Amtrak's Coast Starlight rounded the curve at Bealville, California as it climbed the 2.2% grade on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
The Coast Starlight continued through unfamiliar territory at Bealville, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
The "Scottish Thistle" rounded the curve at Bealville, California at the tail of the Coast Starlight on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
As the train passed through Bealville, California, this inside of the curve looked toward the north on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
The Tehachapi Mountains around Bealville, California were observed from Amtrak's Coast Starlight on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
The famous ranch at Bealville, California was observed from the passing Coast Starlight on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
The corral at the Bealville, California ranch was treated to a passing passenger train on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Tunnel #5
Amtrak P42DC #139 led the Coast Starlight into tunnel #5 above Bealville, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Tunnel #5
The "Scottish Thistle" on the rear of the Starlight approached tunnel #5 south of Bealville, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
Exiting tunnel #5, a view down on the Bealville, California ranch appeared from the Coast Starlight on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
Caliente came back into view with a freight train traversing the horseshoe curve as viewed from Cliff on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
A view toward the ridge line of the Tehachapi Mountains was obtained as the train passed through Cliff on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
From Cliff, the view extended down the canyon all the way to Caliente on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
Amtrak's Coast Starlight ran along the siding at Cliff, California in the Tehachapi Mountains on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
The reason for naming this location Cliff, California became obvious as Amtrak's Coast Starlight passed on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
Amtrak's Coast Starlight continued around the curves that make up the Cliff, California siding on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
Looking down from Cliff, California on the Starlight presented this view of the canyon below on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
A broad view taken from the Coast Starlight at Cliff, California presented a mountainous scene on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
Looking back down the canyon at Cliff, California, one could see all the way to Caliente on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
After a storm, there might be water in this canyon, but not in this view from Cliff, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
A ravine into Orejano Canyon was viewed from Amtrak's Coast Starlight at Cliff, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
In a scene last possible from an Amtrak train in July 2005, the canyon below Cliff, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Tunnel #7
Amtrak's Coast Starlight approached tunnel #7 above Cliff, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Tunnel #7
The two P42DC's powering Amtrak's Coast Starlight prepared to enter tunnel #7 south of Cliff, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Rowen
The Orejano Canyon continued as viewed from the other side of 520-foot Tunnel #7 on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Rowen
The Orejano Canyon continued to present quite a scene as the tracks climbed toward Rowen, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Rowen
A wide view was obtained from Amtrak's Coast Starlight down Orejano Canyon near Rowen, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Rowen
A regularly-scheduled passenger train had not passed this location near Rowen since the advent of Amtrak, 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Rowen
A classic Tehachapi Mountain scene was observed outside the window of the Starlight approaching Rowen on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Rowen
The power desk provided a Santa Fe warbonnet on the point of a train at Rowen, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Woodford
Civilization briefly returned as the Coast Starlight passed through Woodford, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Woodford
The divide of the Tehachapi Mountains loomed in the distance as viewed near Woodford, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Woodford
Amtrak's Coast Starlight continued up the 2.2% grade up the Tehachapi Mountains above Woodford on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Woodford
The Coast Starlight rounded a broad curve between Woodford and Walong with this view to the east on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Walong
The upper level of Tehachapi Loop at Walong, California came into view as the train climbed on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Walong
The memorial cross on the top of the hill in the center of Walong, California also became visible on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Walong
Amtrak's Coast Starlight plunged into tunnel #9 at Tehachapi Loop at Walong, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Walong
Now through tunnel #9, this view to the outside at the upper level of the "Loop" was obtained on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Walong
Working around the "Loop," this was the view to the outside down at the lower level below tunnel #9 on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Walong
The inside of Tehachapi Loop was observed as the train passed through Walong, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Walong
The inner cut of Tehachapi loop and tunnel #10 ahead of us were observed at Walong, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Walong
A direct look down at the upper exit of tunnel #9 was obtained as the Starlight rounded Walong, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Walong
The "north" switch at Walong near the exit of Tunnel #9 was observed from the upper level of the "Loop" on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Walong
A wider view of the inside of Tehachapi Loop came into view as the train traversed Walong, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Walong
The hill inside "Tehachapi Loop" at Walong, California came into full view as the train climbed on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Walong
The tracks had wrapped around the hill at center to form the the "Tehachapi Loop" just traversed on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Walong
A view back down at tunnel #9 was taken as the train neared tunnel #10 at Walong, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Walong
The tracks that wrap around the hill at Walong, California and form "Tehachapi Loop" were observed on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Walong
A final wide view of "Tehachapi Loop" was obtained approaching Tunnel #10 at Walong, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Marcel
Once on the other side of tunnel #10, this view across the valley was attained at Marcel, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Marcel
Highway 58 was observed across the valley from the tracks at Marcel, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Marcel
The view back down the mountain where we had been was taken from Marcel, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Marcel
Amtrak's detouring Coast Starlight ran along the siding at Marcel, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Marcel
The canyon at Marcel, California looking toward tunnel #14 was obtained from the Coast Starlight on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Marcel
The Highway 58 freeway continued to parallel the railroad tracks above Marcel, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Marcel
A look back down the canyon, showing that the highway took a much less consistent gradient on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Marcel
A California Highway Patrol car was prepared for any recklessly-driving railfans on Highway 58 as seen on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Tunnel #17
Amtrak's Coast Starlight exited tunnel #17 in the Tehachapi Mountains above Marcel, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi Sign
This sign for the town of Tehachapi, California was aimed at Highway 58 near railroad Cable, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi
The old water tank at Tehachapi, California was observed from the passing Coast Starlight on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Windmills
Windmills on the hills came into view as the train headed downhill from Tehachapi, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Windmills
A close-up of the windmills on one hill were observed from the Coast Starlight near Cameron, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Joshua Trees
Portending the Mojave Desert, these Joshua trees were observed near Cameron, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Warren
A very dry Cache Creek was observed near Warren, California from the detouring Coast Starlight on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Mojave Desert
The train entered the Mojave Desert and 79 mph territory near Mojave, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Mojave
One of the many lines of stored aircraft sat at the airport in Mojave, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Ansel
An unusual rock formation was observed near Ansel, California as the train ran through the desert in 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Mojave Desert
The train continued to race through the Mojave Desert south of Ansel, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Rosamond
Amtrak's Coast Starlight passed through the small, 15,000-person town of Rosamond, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Lancaster
A F-4 aircraft marked the beginning of the Aerospace Walk of Fame in Lancaster, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Palmdale
Amtrak's detouring Coast Starlight passed through the outskirts of Palmdale, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Acton
The train passed the unincorporated area of Acton, California as the tracks headed for Soledad Canyon on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Soledad Canyon
The parallel highway headed through a deep cut as the train passed through Soledad Canyon near Ravenna on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Soledad Canyon
A typical remote ravine in Soledad Canyon was passed near Ravenna, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Soledad Canyon
A wider view of Soledad Canyon was taken as the train headed west of Ravenna, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Soledad Canyon
An interesting rock formation was captured in Soledad Canyon west of Ravenna, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Soledad Canyon
The Metrolink Antelope Valley Line passed a quarry near Soledad, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Soledad Canyon
Amtrak's Coast Starlight provided this view of the canyon on the Antelope Valley Line near Soledad on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Soledad Canyon
The hills started to flatten out somewhat as the train approached Soledad, California on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Santa Clarita
The train came out of Soledad Canyon and passed through Santa Clarita, California as viewed on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Train at Los Angeles
Amtrak's Coast Starlight posed at Los Angeles Union Station after its detour run over Tehachapi Pass on 22-June-2008.

Scenery - Alaska's Fish 737
Alaska Airlines' special salmon-painted 737-400, registration N792AS, was observed at Los Angeles on 23-June-2008.
Summer in Toronto, 2008

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
Just a bit farther east on Dundas Street near Islington was Thomas Montgomery's Inn observed on Canada Day, 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
Viewed from Dundas Street, Montgomery's Inn in Toronto resembled its original 1830 appearance on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
The front door of Montgomery's Inn was observed from inside during the Canada Day tours on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
The sitting room of Montgomery's Inn in Toronto was observed during the Canada Day tours on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
A closer look at the mantle in the sitting room including fans to use during the summer was obtained on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
A broader look at the sitting room included a large sofa and a window looking out at Dundas Street on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
Adjacent to the sitting room was Thomas Montgomery's office, including copies of his meticulous records, on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
On 1-July-2008, a volunteer showcased trousers from the 1840's made to a pattern from a pair used as insulation!

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
A men's shirt from the 1840's was also displayed by a volunteer in Montgomery's Inn on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
The master bedroom used by Thomas and Margaret Montgomery was restored to its 1850's appearance on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
A side bedroom was used for some of the couple's seven children as observed at Montgomery's Inn on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
Another bedroom was likely also used for the children of the family at Montgomery's Inn on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
This trunk was typical for people moving in the mid-19th century, on display in a bedroom on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
A meeting room was located on the second floor of Montgomery's Inn as observed on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
Guests at Montgomery's Inn slept three to a bed in this upstairs room as observed on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
Additional guest rooms were located behind these doors at Montgomery's Inn in Toronto on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
What amounted to a family bedroom was located off the main guest rooms at Montgomery's Inn on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
A second entrance to Montgomery's Inn led directly into the tavern room; note the original floor on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
The saloon room in Montgomery's Inn had been restored to its 1840's appearance on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
The original bar in the saloon section of Montgomery's Inn was observed from the entrance on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
The bar at Montgomery's Inn had been restored to its 1850's appearance but served no alcohol on Canada Day 2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
The dining room at Montgomery's Inn was used for people wanting meal service from the Bill of Fare, seen 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
Hardwood furniture added to the appeal of the dining room at Montgomery's Inn during Canada Day tours on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
A fireplace provided heating in each room of Montgomery's Inn, including the dining room on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
The kitchen was used to prepare homemade ice cream and rhubarb juice at Montgomery's Inn on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
The pantry at Montgomery's Inn, restored to the 1850's, looked very different from a modern pantry, seen on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
This sign was believed to be an original 1830 sign, on display inside Montgomery's Inn on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Montgomery's Inn
The rear of Montgomery's Inn showed the 1848 expansion on the right as observed on 1-July-2008.

Toronto- Montgomery's Meadow
The city of Toronto maintained Montgomery's Meadow on a portion of farmland for the Inn, photographed on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Central Park North
Toronto's Central Park North, which was once central to Etobicoke, was located next to Montgomery's Inn on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Central Park North
Mimico Creek ran through Central Park North in Toronto as observed on Canada Day, 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Central Park North
A variety of fields lined Central Park North in Etobicoke, enjoyed by residents on Canada Day, 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Mimico Creek
Ducks enjoyed Mimico Creek in Central Park South in the Etobicoke area of Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
People rode the subway to their Canada Day destinations as a father and son fished in the Humber River on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Sunset
The sun prepared to set as observed from the Spadina subway near Wilson station in Toronto on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Downsview Park
This sign greeted visitors to Downsview Park in Toronto for the Canada Day celebrations on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Downsview Park
A variety of amusement rides were available during the Canada Day celebrations at Downsview Park on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Downsview Park
The Canada Day crowds ran throughout the amusement park at Downsview Park on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Downsview Park
The Canada Day crowds at Downsview Park focused their attention on the fire buskers at dusk on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Fire Buskers
A fire busker juggled torches on stage at Downsview Park in Toronto, Ontario on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Fire Buskers
A fire busker named the "Fire Guy" prepared to perform tricks on stage at Downsview Park on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Fire Buskers
The "Fire Guy" lit his mouth on fire during the Canada Day festivities at Downsview Park in Toronto on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Fire Buskers
The "Fire Guy" stood on a ball to make his tricks even more challenging at Downsview Park in Toronto on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Fire Buskers
The "Fire Guy" juggled torches as daylight faded at Downsview Park on Canada Day, 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Fire Buskers
Bicycle wheels were spun with torches inside the rims by the Fire Buskers at Downsview Park in Toronto on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Fire Buskers
The "Fire Guy" again prepared to light his mouth on fire after dark at Downsview Park in Toronto on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Fire Buskers
The "Fire Guy" demonstrated his mouth on fire during the lead-up to the fireworks at Downsview Park on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Fire Buskers
The "Fire Guy" showed that he could compete with any dragon by creating a flame out of his mouth on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Fire Buskers
The "Fire Guy" created an even larger plume of flames during his performance at Downsview Park on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Fire Buskers
For his finale, the "Fire Guy" created his largest plume of flames for the evening of Canada Day, 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Fireworks
Red and white fireworks opened the display above Downsview Park in Toronto on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Fireworks
A pair of white tree fireworks lit up the night sky during the Downsview Park display in Toronto on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Fireworks
A white star was included in the Canada Day fireworks display above Downsview Park in Toronto on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Fireworks
Red and white balls symbolized Canada Day during the nation's 141st birthday party over Downsview Park on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Fireworks
Multiple star-type fireworks were captured in this moment of the Downsview Park Canada Day fireworks on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Fireworks
A bright explosion erupted over Downsview Park in Toronto during the Canada Day fireworks on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Canada Day Fireworks
Red and white finished off the Canada Day fireworks over Downsview Park in Toronto on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
The finale of the Festival of Fire in Toronto started with green and purple fireworks on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Bi-colored balls, like this yellow and red one, were a staple of the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
The Festival of Fire had four displays in Toronto in 2008, with this scene from the finale taking place on 5-July.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
White fireworks dominated this moment during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A highlight of the Festival of Fire finale was a small number of balls with two rings such as this one seen 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A previous day had been a display dedicated to Canada which likely included red and white fireworks, seen 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Rockets took to the air during the Festival of Fire finale in Toronto, Ontario on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
The finale of the Festival of Fire in Toronto ran about 25 minutes in length on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Simultaneous explosions kept the crowd engaged during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A golden star-type firework was included in the Festival of Fire finale on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
These red fireworks may have been intended to represent the display devoted to China, observed on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Rockets shooting into the air reflected in Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
The Festival of Fire displays were coordinated to music broadcast on CHFI 98.1 FM during the display on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Another new innovation during the Festival of Fire were fireworks in a near-triangular shape as seen on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
The Festival of Fire finale in Toronto could turn Lake Ontario red on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
The Festival of Fire finale in Toronto could also turn Lake Ontario golden on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A variety of different fireworks exploded at similar times during the Festival of Fire finale in Toronto on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
Because of constant liners, it was hard not to know that the sound track to the display was on CHFI on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A gold star turned out to have purple edges during the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
A particularly bright white firework dominated the sky above Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
White fireworks reflected in Lake Ontario during the Festival of Fire finale on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival of Fire
The final moment of the Festival of Fire in Toronto on 5-July-2008 had fireworks that exploded in white...

Toronto - Festival of Fire
The final display of the Festival of Fire finale became red instead of white on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Nathan Philips Square
Flowers decorated the pool at Nathan Philips Square in Toronto with Old City Hall in the background on 19-July-2008.

Toronto - Nathan Philips Square
Toronto's distinctive city hall dominated the scene at Nathan Philips Square on 19-July-2008.

Toronto - Nathan Philips Square
Another view of the flowers behind the fountain at Nathan Philips Square in Toronto was captured on 19-July-2008.

Toronto - Tastes of Thailand
The Tastes of Thailand was taking place in Toronto's Nathan Philips Square behind the fountain on 19-July-2008.

Toronto - Tastes of Thailand
Vendors at the Tastes of Thailand were set up around Nathan Philips Square in Toronto on 19-July-2008.

Toronto - Tastes of Thailand
A variety of food vendors were set up in Nathan Philips Square during the Tastes of Thailand festival on 19-July-2008.

Toronto - Tastes of Thailand
Prik Nahm Bphlaa performed on-stage during the Tastes of Thailand festival in Nathan Philips Square on 19-July-2008.

Toronto - Tastes of Thailand
I had seen a water gun, but this was my first water bow and arrow seen during the Tastes of Thailand on 19-July-2008.

Toronto - Tastes of Thailand
Carved fruit, including an impressive watermelon, was on display at the Tastes of Thailand on 19-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival Bana y'Afrique
Vendors at the Festival Bana y'Afrique filled Yonge Dundas Square in Toronto, Ontario on 19-July-2008.

Toronto - Festival Bana y'Afrique
A band performed at the Festival Bana y'Afrique at Yonge Dundas Square in Toronto on 19-July-2008.

Toronto - Parkdale Corridor
The construction of a bike path along the Parkdale Corridor was observed from Dundas Street on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - The Junction
These banners were displayed in The Junction along Dundas Street for the neighborhood centennial on 6-July-2008.

Toronto - The Junction
This new performance stage resembling a railroad station platform was noted along Dundas Street on 6-July-2008.

Toronto - The Junction
A former Bank of Canada had become housing called "The Treasury" seen in The Junction on 6-July-2008.

Toronto - The Junction
A Lotus automobile was noted parked in front of one of eclectic shops of The Junction in Toronto on 6-July-2008.

Toronto - Commodore PET
A 1977-era Commodore Personal Electronic Transactor (PET) was noted in a Junction storefront on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Mural
Would this mural for a mortgage company noted along Annette Street in Toronto on 6-July-2008 last to the next century?

Toronto - TTC Bus on Canada Day
TTC Orion VII hybrid bus #1139 was decked out for Canada Day as it traveled down Jane Street on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Heritage Walk Lambton
A group gathered at the Runnymede Loop for the Heritage Toronto walk through Lambton Mills on a rainy 9-August-2008.

Toronto - Heritage Walk Lambton
Walk leader Madeleine McDowell started describing the history of the Lambton Mills area on 9-August-2008.

Toronto - Heritage Walk Lambton
The Jillson for which the avenue was named had lived in this house at 908 Windermere in Toronto seen on 9-August-2008.

Toronto - Heritage Walk Lambton
A set of pre-World War I houses still lined a section of Jillson Avenue in Toronto on 9-August-2008.

Toronto - Heritage Walk Lambton
A beer and liquor store occupied the former site of the Raybould Street residences seen from Dundas on 9-August-2008.

Toronto - Heritage Walk Lambton
The modern dip in Dundas Street at Jane seen on 9-August-2008 had not existed prior to the 1960's; it had been flat.

Toronto - Heritage Walk Lambton
Walk leader Madeleine McDowell talked about the area of Jane and Dundas in Toronto on 9-
August-2008.

Toronto - Heritage Walk Lambton
The Pizza Nova site at Jane and Dundas in Toronto on 9-August-2008 had historically been a barber shop.

Toronto - Heritage Walk Lambton
The north end of Humbercrest Lane, once the right-of-way of the (western) Belt Line Railroad, was observed on 9-August-2008.

Toronto - Toll Gate House
This sign commemorated the Toll Gate House on what had become Dundas Street in West Toronto, as observed on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Toll Gate House
The location of the sign and former toll house featured the parking lot and Garden Centre of Loblaw's on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River was observed the Dundas Street bridge in Toronto on 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
On a nicer day, the Humber River was calm and low as observed from Dundas Street on 5-August-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River was so clear that the bottom could be observed, a rare sight on 5-August-2008.

Toronto - Lambton Mills Sites
This Bavarian-style building at 4190 Dundas Street West was on a former Molson's Bank site on 24-September-2008.

Toronto - Sewer Project Sign
This sign explained the sewer work taking place on Earlington and Thorndale Avenues in Etobicoke on 24-September-2008.

Toronto - Earlington Avenue
The Earlington Avenue sewer construction spilled over onto Dundas Street in Toronto on 24-September-2008.

Toronto - Earlington Avenue
Earlington Avenue in Etobicoke was still in the middle of its sewer reconstruction on 24-September-2008.

Toronto - Thorndale Avenue
The sewer construction on Thorndale Avenue was closer to completion on 24-September-2008.

Toronto - Thorndale Avenue
The remains of an old open ditch entrance remained next to Thorndale Avenue in Toronto on 24-September-2008.

Toronto - Thorndale Avenue
Another old drainage entrance pipe still remained on Thorndale Avenue in Toronto on 24-September-2008.

Toronto - Thorndale Avenue
This drain on Thorndale Avenue maintained the old open ditch appearance on 24-September-2008.

Toronto - Kingsway
The Ontario flag flew from a home along the Kingsway in the Etobicoke area of Toronto on 24-September-2008.

Toronto - St. George's-On-The-Hill
Continuing down Dundas Street, St. Georges-on-the-Hill and its cemetery were dedicated in 1847, seen 1-July-2008.

Toronto - Heritage Walk Lambton
The Heritage Toronto Lambton Mills walk turned into a lecture in Lambton House because of the storms on 9-August-2008.

Toronto - Heritage Walk
A crowd gathered for the beginning of a Heritage Toronto walk around the Baby Point neighborhood on 26-July-2008.

Toronto - Baby Point Circle
This traffic circle was located at L'Espace and Humbercrest in the Baby Point neighborhood as observed on 26-July-2008.

Toronto - Humbercrest Steps
These steps marked the first descent toward the Humber River from the old Radial Railway right-of-way on 26-July-2008.

Toronto - Heritage Walk
The English-speaking Heritage Toronto group gathered around a marker along Humbercrest Boulevard on 26-July-2008.

Toronto - Heritage Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk through the Baby Point neighborhood continued along the Humber River on 26-July-2008.

Toronto - Old Mill Inn
The Old Mill Inn along the Humber River in Toronto was observed on 24-September-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
The Humber River was flowing strongly from recent rains at Etienne Brule Park on 26-July-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
A line of Canada Geese lined up at a weir on the Humber River in Toronto on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Humber River
A closer look at the Canada Geese contemplating the weir on the Humber River in Toronto on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Ducks
It was hard to tell the mother from her nearly grown-up ducklings in the Humber River in Toronto on 11-August-2008.

Toronto - Cormorant
This cormorant was swimming beneath the falls, diving for fish in the Humber River on 26-July-2008.

Toronto - Cormorant
The cormorant decided to dry its wings while resting in the Humber River on 26-July-2008.

Toronto - Great Egret
A Great Egret fished in the Humber River north of Dundas Street in Toronto on 19-August-2008.

Toronto - Great Egret
A Great Egret waded through the Humber River in Toronto on 19-August-2008.

Toronto - Great Egret
A Great Egret lunged for fish in the Humber River in Toronto on 19-August-2008.

Toronto - Great Egrets
A pair of Great Egrets sat in trees along the Humber River in Toronto on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Great Egret
A Great Egret sat happily in a tree overlooking the Humber River in Toronto on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Great Egret
A great egret rested in the Humber River in Toronto near the Old Mill on 24-September-2008.

Toronto - White Sucker
A White Sucker rested in the Humber River north of Dundas Street in Toronto on 2-September-2008.

Toronto - White Sucker
A head-on view of the white sucker pausing in its trip up the Humber River in Toronto on 2-September-2008.

Toronto - White Sucker
The white sucker started to again move upriver in the Humber River in Toronto on 2-September-2008.

Toronto - Crayfish
A dead crayfish was noted laying in a pool along the Humber River in Toronto on 19-August-2008.

Toronto - Crayfish
Another view of the dead crayfish sitting near the shore of the Humber River in Toronto on 19-August-2008.

Toronto - Snail
A snail sat below water in the Humber River in Toronto on 19-August-2008.

Toronto - Climbing Snail
I didn't realize snails climbed plants, but this one did near Royal York and Dundas in Toronto on 5-August-2008.

Toronto - Humber River Deer
What's that across the Humber River north of Dundas Street in Toronto on 25-June-2008?

Toronto - Humber River Deer
A deer was hiding in the foliage along the Humber River in Toronto across from my photography location on 25-June-2008.

Toronto - Humber River Deer
The deer seemed equally interested in me as it explored the Humber River shoreline in Toronto on 25-June-2008.

Toronto - Humber River Deer
The deer came out into the sunlight near a bench along the Humber River in Toronto on 25-June-2008.

Toronto - Humber River Deer
The deer continued along the path past the bench as it explored the Humber River in Toronto on 25-June-2008.

Toronto - Humber River Deer
The deer continued downriver along the Humber River in Toronto on 25-June-2008.

Toronto - Humber River Deer
The deer pondered its next move as it approached a fence along the Humber River in Toronto on 25-June-2008.

Toronto - Humber River Deer
The deer contemplated an obstruction blocking the path along the Humber River in Toronto on 25-June-2008.

Toronto - Humber River Deer
The deer approached the beam intended to discourage human traffic along that side of the Humber River on 25-June-2008.

Toronto - Humber River Deer
The deer climbed over the beam as it headed farther downriver along the Humber River on 25-June-2008.

Toronto - Humber River Deer
Once over the obstruction, the deer could continue on its journey toward Lake Ontario on 25-June-2008.

Toronto - Humber River Deer
The deer disappeared into the forest lining the Humber River north of Dundas Street in Toronto on 25-June-2008.

Toronto - Expressway Train
Canadian Pacific's eastbound Expressway train #124 crossed the Humber River in Toronto on the evening of 25-June-2008.

Toronto - Expressway Train
Canadian Pacific SD90MAC #9159 in a special "United Way" scheme crossed the Humber River on 25-June-2008.

Toronto - Coyote
This doesn't look like a maintenance worker walking along the Canadian National tracks near Islington on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Coyote
The coyote decided to head off onto the ballast of the CN Oakville Subdivision near Islington on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Coyote
Perhaps this was a coyote railfan checking out the new GO locomotive at Willowbrook on 5-July-2008?

Toronto - Groundhog
What's this sitting on the tracks near The Junction in Toronto on 25-July-2008?

Toronto - Groundhog
A groundhog walked between the tracks of Canadian National's Weston Subdivision near West Toronto on 25-July-2008.

Toronto - Groundhog
The groundhog stood up to hear any nearby threats near The Junction in Toronto on 25-July-2008.

Toronto - Groundhog
The groundhog ran along the Canadian National tracks north of the Bloor station in Toronto on 25-July-2008.

Toronto - Groundhog
This groundhog appeared well-fortified as it sat on the tracks near The Junction in Toronto on 25-July-2008.

Toronto - Groundhog
The groundhog munched on the plants along the right-of-way in Toronto near The Junction on 25-July-2008.

Toronto - Carniverous Squirrel
A squirrel appeared to have picked up a mouse as a meal on Old Dundas Street in Toronto on 9-August-2008.

Toronto - Carniverous Squirrel
A squirrel ran down Old Dundas Street in Toronto with a mouse in its mouth on 9-August-2008.

Toronto - Swan
A swan swam near the shore of Lake Ontario's Humber Bay in Toronto on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Offshore Boat
An offshore boat moved along the Toronto shore of Lake Ontario during the Caribana festivities on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
Kings and queens were staging for the Caribana parade at the CNE in Toronto, Ontario on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
More of the Caribana trailers and displays were prepared on the Canadian National Exhibition grounds on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A dragon was prepared for the Caribana Parade at the CNE grounds in Toronto, Ontario on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
This man helped clear Lake Shore Boulevard for the start of the main section of the Caribana Parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The first queen of the parade, in red and white, shaked her way down Lake Shore Boulevard on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The CN Tower in the background watched as a blue king with a maritime theme was in the Caribana Parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
An unusual king with a ship on its blue crest was noted in the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A closer look was attained of the ship which was the centerpiece of this Caribana king in the parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A young woman was in charge of this still-large dragon-themed queen in the Caribana Parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The dragon queen danced its way down Lake Shore Boulevard during the Caribana Parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A portion of the enormous crowds lining Lake Shore Boulevard for the Caribana Parade was viewed on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The first of the bands in Caribana Parade proceeded under the eye of the CN Tower on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
Another of the creative Kings of the Caribana Parade passed under the presence of the CN Tower on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A red teddy bear provided an unusual focal point for this Caribana Parade King on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A pirate-themed Caribana King was observed coming down Lake Shore Boulevard in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
Three Caribana Kings worked their way along Lake Shore Boulevard under the presence of the CN Tower on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The Pirate-themed King and a White Bug Queen danced around each other during the Caribana Parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A white bug-themed Caribana Queen participated in the slow-moving parade in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
An orange-colored king moved down Lake Shore Boulevard on its long trip down the Caribana Parade route on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
Another band, representing St. Lucia, moved intermittently down Lake Shore Boulevard on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
Not far behind, another band passed our location with CN Tower in the distance during Caribana on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The parade route was indistinguishable from the crowds after the passage of the bands during Caribana on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
Another set of kings and queens came down Lake Shore Boulevard tightly bunched during the parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A green-colored queen moved freely in the foreground in front of the CN Tower in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The CN Tower loomed in the distance as a red-colored queen passed on Lake Shore Boulevard on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A closer look at the red-colored queen was attained as it moved in a crowd on Lake Shore Boulevard on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A turquoise and purple queen participated in the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The CN Tower probably does not often see fish this far from the water, even on Lake Shore Boulevard on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A fish queen moved freely in the Caribana Parade as viewed on Lake Shore Boulevard in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The CN Tower loomed in the distance as a blue and silver queen proceeded down Lake Shore Boulevard on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
Moving at its gentle pace, mobile restrooms were a necessity in the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The first steel drum band appeared in the foreground of the CN Tower during the Caribana Parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
Plenty of people in costume were a part of the Caribana Parade proceeding down Lake Shore Boulevard on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
There was always plenty of time to pose for photographs along the route of the Caribana Parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
One of the more unique floats in the Caribana Parade looked like a ship in front of the CN Tower on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A mastless ship appeared to float in a sea of people in the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
An orange and red king moved in the Caribana Parade underneath the CN Tower in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A closer look at the orange and red king moving in the Caribana Parade on Lake Shore Boulevard on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
Another set of closely-spaced kings and queens came down Lake Shore Boulevard in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A "bubble"-type queen moved freely along Lake Shore Boulevard in Toronto during the Caribana Parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A pink and white queen rotated in Lake Shore Boulevard during the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The pink and white queen turned around the start heading forward on the Caribana Parade route on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
An interesting skull-themed king participated in the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
An opened-topped band may not have enjoyed the showers that plagued the Caribana Parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A New York-based DJ led the band on this truck headed down Lake Shore Boulevard in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A yellow queen moved as she wished down Lake Shore Boulevard during the Caribana Parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A queen took the time to pose for a picture during the Caribana Parade on Lake Shore Boulevard on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
Another Caribana King passed under the presence of the CN Tower in Toronto during Caribana on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The Caribbean influence could not be denied in this orange and black king in the Caribana Parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
Some of the largest speakers for any band in the Caribana Parade were on this trailer observed on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The Barack Obama campaign was present even in Canada at the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
Even Michelle Obama received this attention at the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A blue king participated in the Caribana Parade on Lake Shore Boulevard in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
Another band on an open truck was about to get rained on during the Caribana Parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The CN Tower loomed in the distance as a red and white king participated in the Caribana Parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
Some smaller kings moved down Lake Shore Boulevard during the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
An interesting circle-themed king moved freely during the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A rainbow broke out over the city of Toronto during the Caribana Parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A rainbow arched over the crowds on Lake Shore Boulevard during the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The crowds in the parade even rested on moving cars during the sedately-paced Caribana Parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The widest trailer in the Caribana Parade had to be this steel drum band on Lake Shore Boulevard on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A white queen participated in the Caribana Parade on Lake Shore Boulevard in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
Arguably the most spectacular Caribana King in the Parade appeared somewhat like a pterodactyl on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The CN Tower loomed in the distance as the pterodactyl king appeared to fly over Lake Shore Boulevard on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A closer look at the artistic nature of the pterodactyl-like Caribana King in the parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
Another band passed in the foreground of the CN Tower during the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A number of trucks participated in the Caribana Parade, but I noticed only one with someone on top on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
Another band with very large speakers came down Lake Shore Boulevard during the Caribana Parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A king with an octopus theme moved freely during the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
Another steel drum band moved in front of the CN Tower during the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
A green dragon king participated in the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The buses in the background were lined up to deal with the crowds after the Caribana Parade on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The end of the Caribana Parade route on Lake Shore Boulevard near Keele Street was observed on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
At the end of the Caribana Parade route, the kings and queens were disassembled in this zone on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Caribana
The pterodactyl had lost its wings after finishing the Caribana Parade in Toronto on 2-August-2008.

Toronto - Mimico Tulips
A set of concrete tulips lined Royal York Road in the Mimico Village neighborhood of Toronto on 12-August-2008.

Toronto - Mimico Tulips
The four foot-tall concrete tulips were painted annually in Mimico Village including this one seen on 12-August-2008.

Toronto - Mimico Tulips
Local children were charged with painting many of the Mimico Village tulips as noted on 12-August-2008.

Toronto - Mimico Tulips
The tulips along Royal York were a symbol of the Mimico Village's annual tulip festival, observed 12-August-2008.

Toronto - Mimico Tulips
Salish-style artwork adorned this painted tulip along Royal York Road in Toronto on 12-August-2008.

Toronto - Mimico Tulips
Some of the Mimico Village tulips were painted by community groups, including this Asian-themed one on 12-August-2008.

Toronto - Mimico Station
The historic Canadian National Mimico railway station had been relocated across Judson Street by 12-August-2008.

Toronto - Mimico Station
The old CN Mimico Station sat in its new home in Coronation Park in Toronto on 12-August-2008.

Toronto - Mimico Station
The former location of Mimcio station across Judson Street appeared as an empty lot on 12-August-2008.

Toronto - Swansea
A typical street sign in the Swansea neighborhood of Toronto along the South Kingsway was observed on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Swansea Baptist Church
The Farmer's Memorial Baptist Church along South Kingsway in the Swansea neighborhood was observed on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - South Kingsway Garden
This public garden lined the South Kingsway in the Swansea neighborhood of Toronto on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Swansea Brew Club Sign
This sign advertised the Swansea Brew Club along the South Kingsway in Toronto on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Swansea Public Art
"Canoe and Calipers," a 2006 piece by John McEwen, honored the First Nations and Stelco Iron Works on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Grenadier Pond
Grenadier Pond between High Park and the Swansea neighborhood sat calmly on the evening of 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Grenadier Pond
Some locals claimed that Granadier Pond contained a Nessie-style monster, not observed on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - VIA Train and CN Tower
VIA Rail Canada P42DC #900 led Windsor-bound train #79 along the Lake Ontario shore near Swansea on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Sunset
The sun set as viewed from the Islington Avenue bridge over the rail yards in Toronto on 24-August-2008.

Toronto - Sunset
Another view of the sun dropping over the horizon from the Islington Avenue viaduct in Toronto on 24-August-2008.

Toronto - TTC Bus 6666
TTC Orion V bus #6666 was working the 68 Warden route in Toronto on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Taste of Lawrence
This sign greeted visitors to the Taste of Lawrence, once known as the Taste of Wexford, on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Taste of Lawrence
Lawrence Avenue East was closed east of Warden Avenue for the Taste of Lawrence vendors on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Taste of Lawrence
A busker entertained the crowds at the Taste of Lawrence in Toronto on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Taste of Lawrence
A variety of amusement rides lined the street during the Taste of Lawrence including the Himalaya on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Taste of Lawrence
A favorite carnival ride around Toronto was the Avalanche, observed at the Taste of Lawrence on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Wexford Mural
This mural depicting the connection of the Wexford neighborhood with Greece was found on Warden Ave on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - St. Paul's Cemetary
This cemetery at St. Paul's Church was observed at Warden and Finch in Toronto on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Don Valley
The infamous Don Valley Parkway was observed from a subway train crossing the Don Valley on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Don Valley
The Don Valley Brickworks and the Canadian Pacific Don Bridge were visible from the subway train on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Don Valley
A city maintenance building with a distinct shape was noted in the Don Valley from the subway on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - Opera Company
The 450-sea Imperial Oil Theater on Front Street in Toronto was used by the Canadian Opera Company, seen 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
This sign at Carlton and Parliament welcomed visitors to Toronto's Cabbagetown on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown Tour
People gathered along Winchester Street for a Heritage Toronto tour of "Cabbagetown People" on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown Tour
A member of the Cabbagetown Preservation Association introduced the "Cabbagetown People" tour on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown Winchester Hotel
The Winchester Hotel had once been the center of culture around Cabbagetown, observed 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown St. Enoch's
The 1891 St. Enoch's structure on Winchester now holds several community groups, photographed on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown People
Magician Doug Henning lived in this Cabbagetown house from 1947 to 2000, observed on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Many buildings in Cabbagetown had Heritage designations, including at Sackville and Winchester on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
This house along Winchester Street in Toronto's Cabbagetown neighborhood was noted on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Sir Ernest MacMillan, a symphony conductor who lived from 1893 to 1973, lived at 152 Winchester seen on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Daniel Lamb, the Toronto industrialist who lived from 1842 to 1920, lived at 156 Winchester observed on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Plaques such as this one marked the historic sites in the Cabbagetown neighborhood of Toronto on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown Necropolis
The Necropolis in Cabbagetown included the remains of many early Toronto settlers transplanted here, seen 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
The entrance to Riverdale Park in Cabbagetown, noting land once owned by the Simcoes, was observed on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Families enjoyed the fountain in Cabbagetown's Riverdale Park in Toronto on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Another Cabbagetown plaque at the site of 375 Carlton honored journalist Gordon Sinclair on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Benjamin Brick, a builder who lived from 1845 to 1913, once lived at 314 Carlton in Cabbagetown, seen on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Later, Benjamin Brick, who made his fortune in plaster, moved next door to 308 Carlton in Cabbagetown on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
The house at 317 Carlton in Cabbagetown had once been a corner store as observed on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Cabbagetown flags, green and white, were flown at the 280 and 282 Carlton duplex on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
Sarah Anne Curzon, who lived from 1833 to 1898 and popularized Laura Secord, lived at 274 Carlton seen on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
A doctor known as Oronhyatekha lived from 1841 to 1907, some at 211 Carlton observed on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
The Winchester Street School in Cabbagetown was built in 1897 and still was serving students on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
This plaque told the history of Winchester Street School dating back to 1874 in Cabbagetown on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown
The reverend Samuel Johnson Boddy, who lived from 1826 to 1905, once lived at 21 Winchester seen on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown Youth Centre
The Canadian flag and the similar Cabbagetown flag flew on the Cabbagetown Youth Centre on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown Youth Centre
Albert Frenchy Belanger, a boxer who lived from 1906 to 1969, trained at the now-Youth Centre, seen 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Cabbagetown Youth Centre
The tour of Toronto's Cabbagetown neighborhood ended at the Youth Centre on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Queen Lower Platform
The lower passageway at the Queen subway station was intended to be an east-west platform, seen on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - Old City Hall
Toronto's 1898-era Old City Hall was the starting point for the "Faces on Places" Heritage Toronto tour on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
Terry Murray (in white) prepared to start Heritage Toronto's "Faces on Places" walk at Old City Hall on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - Old City Hall
Part of the detailing E.J. Lennox added to Toronto's Old City Hall included the word "Municipal" on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - Old City Hall
The end of the detailing spelled out "Building" at the front of Toronto's Old City Hall on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - Old City Hall
Upset about finances, E.J. Lennox had city councilors caricatured in this faces on Old City Hall observed 23-August-2008.

Toronto - Old City Hall
More of the caricatured city councillors wrapped around the column at the front of Old City Hall on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - Old City Hall
More of the detailing at Toronto's Old City Hall included these dragons near the front door on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - Old City Hall
The gargoyles on Toronto's Old City Hall were not original, but were to the original designs observed on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - Old City Hall
A closer look at one of four gargoyles on the corners of the tower on Toronto's Old City Hall, seen on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - Old City Hall
Old City Hall was in the background as the "Faces on Places" walk proceeded down Bay Street on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
Sterling Tower, designed by architect Carman Oxley in the 1920s, was the next object to observed on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
An angry man at a microphone was displayed on Sterling Tower on Bay Street in Toronto on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
This face, somewhat resembling a griffin, was lower on Sterling Tower on Bay Street in Toronto, seen on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
More proper griffons decorated this column closer to the ground on Sterling Tower in Toronto on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
The facade of the National Building was being applied to the successor Bay Adelaide Centre on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
The Northern Ontario Building, also on Bay Street, was the next stop on the "Faces on Places" walk on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
A gargoyle graced a panel on the side of the Northern Ontario Building in Toronto on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
A griffin graced the side of the Canadian Permanent Building on Bay Street in Toronto as observed on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
The Bank of Nova Scotia Building on Bay Street was completed in 1949 and observed on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
Despite the intention of its original architect, the Bank of Nova Scotia was decorated with Greek gods on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
Poseiden was illustrated on the side of the Bank of Nova Scotia on Toronto on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
Goddesses were illustrated as well, with Hera on the Bank of Nova Scotia in Toronto on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
The Bank of Nova Scotia also highlighted Hermes on Bay Street in Toronto on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
The Scotiabank extension had a much different architecture as observed on King Street on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
The CIBC Building was the tallest in the British Empire when completed in 1931, observed on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
The faces on the CIBC Building were 7 metres tall and featured 3 metre beards as observed in Toronto on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
The entrance to the CIBC Building was observed on King Street in Toronto on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
The cornerstone of the CIBC Building showed the beginning of three years of construction, observed on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
The Toronto Stock Exchange was dwarfed by the Ernest Young Tower on Bay Street on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
The Design Exchange now occupies the building of the Toronto Stock Exchange on Bay Street on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
A surveyor and a miner were amongst those illustrated on the Toronto Stock Exchange Building noted on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
The "Joke of Bay Street"--does the seated man have his hand in the worker's pocket, as seen on 23-August-2008?

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
An automotive worker and a construction worker were illustrated on the Toronto Stock Exchange on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
The crowd on the Heritage Toronto "Faces on Places" walk gathered across from the Stock Exchange on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
Walk leader Terry Murray, author of the "Faces on Places" book, spoke about the Toronto Stock Exchange on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian Pacific Building
Look carefully and the remains of the "Canadian Pacific Building" lettering remained at King and Yonge on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - 8 King Street East
The 20-story 8 King Street East building was amongst the tallest in the city when built in 1915, seen 23-August-2008.

Toronto - 8 King Street East
The 1915-era 8 King Street East Building had been a fixture at King and Yonge in Toronto, observed on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - Tin and Coppersmith Building
The 1857-era Tin and Coppersmith Building continued to stand along Yonge Street in Toronto on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
The one-time York County Archives at Yonge and Richmond in Toronto had seen many renovations before 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
The identity of this faces on the building at Yonge and Richmond has been lost to history, seen on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
A remodeling left only the right half of this head on this column at Yonge and Richmond in Toronto on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
The left half of the head in the previous picture was about twenty feet away on the same building, seen 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
The 1913-era Elgin and Winter Gardens was the last example of Stacked Edwardian Theatres in Canada, seen 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
The Elgin Winter Gardens on Toronto's Yonge Street had all kinds of faces on the building as observed on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
Hermes and his lion helmet were illustrated on an arch at the Elgin Winter Gardens in Toronto on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - "Faces on Places" Walk
These happy faces were the most common motif on the Elgin Winter Gardens in Toronto, observed on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - Sam the Record Man
The Sam the Record Man building still retained much of its appearance on Yonge Street in Toronto on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - Queen's Park Trillium
A trillium, the state symbol, appeared in garden form in front of Queen's Park in Toronto on 23-August-2008.

Toronto - Mural at Wellesley Street
This mural graced the Wellesley Street underpass at Queen's Circle in Toronto, Ontario on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - UT Garden of Remembrance
The Garden of Remembrance on the University of Toronto campus was observed on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - UT Soldiers' Tower
The 1924-era Soldiers' Tower on the University of Toronto campus honored fallen soldiers as seen on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - UT Soldiers' Tower
Inside the arch of the UT Soldiers' Tower, was the World War II Memorial, as observed on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Cavicke and CN Tower
Matthew Cavicke posed on the University of Toronto campus with the CN Tower in the background on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Cavicke in Little Italy
Matthew Cavicke pointed at the symbol of Little Italy in Toronto, Ontario on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Cavicke in Little Italy
Matthew Cavicke posed along College Street in Toronto's Little Italy during the Fiera festival on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Fiera
Rita Montera and the Daybreak Band performed at the Fiera Festival in Toronto's Little Italy on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Fiera
A guitarist in the Daybreak Band performed during the Fiera Festival in Toronto's Little Italy on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Fiera
The Coro Italia performed along College Street, on one of nine stages during the Fiera Festival on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Fiera
A man named Raphael led the Coro Italia with his Canadian tie and Italian colors on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Fiera
Coro Italia also participated in traditional dancing during the Fiera in Little Italy on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Fiera
Claudio, the well-known accordion player, performed during the Fiera in Little Italy on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Fiera
Claudio performed with a small accordion behind his back during the Fiera in Little Italy on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Cavicke in Little Italy
Matthew Cavicke posed in front of the Vespa store in Toronto's Little Italy on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Ontario Place
The lanterns of the Chinese Lantern Festival decorated the entrance to Ontario Place on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Pilot Julie Clark performed in a T-34A trainer during the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Julie Clark's T-34A plane performed in background behind the Ontario Government Building on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Julie Clark flew her T-34A trainer above the crowd at the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The first "heart" of the day was drawn by Julie Clark using her T-34A trainer above Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Matt Chapman made a slow pass in his Embry Riddle Eagle 580 during the Canadian International Air Show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Embry Riddle Eagle 580 flown by Matt Chapman entertained at the Canadian International Air Show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
This Eurocopter AS-350, used by the Ontario Ministry of National Resources, picked up water on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Eurocopter AS350 was used for fire-fighting by the Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources, observed 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Eurocopter AS350 dumped its water in front of the Coast Guard's Samuel Risley on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
An Ontario Ministry of Natural Resources CL-415 water bomber passed the AS350 Eurocopter on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Both a CL-415 water bomber and an AS350 Eurocopter picked up water from Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Coast Guard boat Samuel Risley watched the Water Bomber and Eurocopter at work on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
A Canadair CL-415 water bomber made a sweeping turn at the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The CL-415 water bomber started to unleash its payload at the Canadian International Air Show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The CL-415 water dumped its load of more than six tons of water back into Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The CL-415 finished dumping near 6000 liters of water during a fire-fighting demonstration on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
On another pass, a CL-415 again started dumping tons of water toward Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The CL-415 water bomber continued dumping its load at the Canadian International Air Show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
As it dumped tons of water, the CL-415 water bomber made a turn offshore away from Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The CL-415 water bomber prepared for a 12-second loading of more water from Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Canadair CL-415 demonstrated that it could maneuver on the water as well as in the air on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The CL-415 Water Bomber turned completely around in the water to demonstrate its versatility on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The CL-415 water bomber scooped up 6000 liters of water as it skimmed along Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The CL-415 water bomber made a final pass at the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
A Canadian Forces CF-18 climbed toward the sky during the Canadian International Air Show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The CF-18, an extremely similar plane to the US F/A-18, returned toward Lake Ontario on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The CF-18, one of a fleet of 138 aircraft, streaked left during the Canadian International Air Show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The CF-18 showed its top as it passed the crowds on the shores of Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The CF-18 presented its full profile to the spectators at the Canadian International Air Show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The CF-18 flew inverted past the crowd at the Canadian International Air Show in Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The CF-18 returned to the right, giving the crowds along Lake Ontario another top view on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The bottom of the CF-18 was in view as the plane dove toward Lake Ontario on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The CF-18 ascended toward the sky during the Canadian International Air Show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The 1980s-era CF-18 flew alongside a World War II-era Spitfire in the Canadian International Air Show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The 1944 Castle Browich-produced Mark IX Spitfire turned above Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Spitfire, owned by Russell Aviation, flew over Ontario Place in Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Russell Aviation Group Mark IX Spitfire cruised out of sight after appearing in Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Mike Wiskus flew the Lucas Oil Pitts straight up toward the sky above Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Lucas Oil Pitts, a modified model S-1-11b SS, returned downward toward Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Mike Wiskus again ascended with his 310-horsepower Lucas Oil Pitts on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
After cutting off its ascent, Mike Wiskus appeared to stall in the Lucas Oil Pitts on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Lucas Oil Pitts appeared to be in free fall during the Canadian International Air Show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Lucas Oil Pitts was clearly in free fall during the Canadian International Air Show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Would Mike Wiskus regain control of the Lucas Oil Pitts above Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008?

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Lucas Oil Pitts appeared to be falling end over end above Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Lucas Oil Pitts was completely upside-down as it fell out of the sky on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Is that the noise of Mike Wiskus restarting the Lucas Oil Pitts motor on 31-August-2008?

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Mike Wiskus fired up the engine in the Lucas Oil Pitts to end its free fall over Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Mike Wiskus started to demonstrate control over the Lucas Oil Pitts after its free fall on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Lucas Oil Pitts turned back onto a proper attitude during the Canadian International Air Show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Mike Wiskus flew the Lucas Oil Pitts back into control after a free fall above Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Lucas Oil Pitts was under full control after a momentary free fall above Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Mike Wiskus flew the Lucas Oil Pitts near the Coast Guard vessel Samuel Risley on Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Lucas Oil Pitts ascended one last time out of the performance zone above Toronto, Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
A Canadian Forces CP-140 Aurora flew onto the scene during the Canadian International Air Show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Lockheed-built CP-140 Aurora, similar to the P-3 Orion, rounded a corner above Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The 1980s-era CP-140 Aurora patrol aircraft turned past the audience on the shores of Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Canadian Forces CP-140, based in Greenwood, Nova Scotia flew past the spectators in Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The CP-140 Aurora flew out of sight beyond the Coast Guard's Samuel Risley over Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Canadian Harvard Acrobatic Team arrived at the Canadian International Air Show on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The three Harvards of the Canadian Harvard Acrobatic Team rolled in unison over Lake Ontario on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The three Harvards approached the apex of a loop during the Canadian International Air Show on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The World War II-era trainer Harvard aircraft engaged in a coordinated roll over Lake Ontario on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The three Harvards were inverted at the apex of a loop high above Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Three 1941-era Harvard trainer aircraft looped through the skies above Lake Ontario on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Harvards prepared to pass the crowds of the Canadian International Air Show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The vapor trails start on Harvard #1 during the Canadian International Air Show over Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
All three Harvards put out vapor-originated smoke during the Canadian International Air Show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Harvards traced their path in front of the crowd in Toronto, Ontario with a vapor trail on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
A single Harvard Mark II, a Canadian-built aircraft, descended toward Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The most creative "heart" of the day was created by the Harvards, with an arrow through it on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Harvards start to peel out of their loop, one-by-one, above Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The smoke started as the Harvards peel out of their loop in the Canadian International Air Show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The second Harvard started to put out a smoke trail above Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The three Harvards from the Acrobatic Team flew over Ontario Place in Toronto, Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The vapor trails from the Canadian Harvard Acrobatic Team faded as seen from Sir Casamir Gzowski Beach on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The 1985-era Coast Guard vessel Samuel Risley started its water show in Lake Ontario off of Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Snowbirds flew onto the scene in the Big Diamond formation of nine planes over Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Snowbirds made a turn maintaining the Big Diamond formation over Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
All nine Snowbirds were inverted during the Canadian International Air Show on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Snowbirds headed straight down toward Lake Ontario during a loop maneuver on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Two solo pilots peeled off from the other seven planes during the Canadian International Air Show on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The bottoms of the CT-114 Tutor aircraft were visible as the Snowbirds performed over Toronto on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The solo pilots of the Snowbirds passed the windmill in the Canadian National Exhibition grounds on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Two of the solo pilots passed the crowd along the shores of Lake Ontario on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Snowbirds 8 and 9 flew very close to one another during the Canadian International Air Show on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The set of seven Snowbirds continued toward the sky during the Canadian International Air Show on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Seven of the Snowbirds executed a loop maneuver high above Lake Ontario on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The seven Snowbirds were inverted at the top of their loop during the Canadian International Air Show on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The 1971-era CT-114 Tutors curved toward Lake Ontario during loop maneuver on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Two solo pilots flied in tight formation in front of the crowds on the shore of Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Seven Canadian Forces Snowbirds few away from the camera during the Canadian International Air Show on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Snowbirds solo pilots had just met in front of the crowd when this photo was taken on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The pass of the solo pilots was viewed from the end of the performance zone instead of the side on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Three of the Snowbirds' CT-114 jets turned southbound during their performance on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Five of the Snowbirds moved together for a loop maneuver over Lake Ontario on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The five snowbirds approached the top of their loop as viewed from the west at Humber Bay on 30-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The four solo Snowbirds pilots passed the crowd in an inward diamond formation on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The inward diamond was viewed from below as the planes passed over the crowds in Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Seven of the Snowbirds re-formed into the "Vic" formation above Lake Ontario in Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The two remaining solo pilots passed the crowd flying wingtip-to-wingtip on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
Seven of the Snowbirds took up the "Goose" formation during the Canadian International Air Show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The seven Snowbirds made a turn in the Double Diamond formation above Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The two solo pilots caught up to the other planes to form the "Condor" formation on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Snowbirds came back into sight in the distance beyond the Coast Guard's Samuel Risley on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
All nine of the Snowbirds came back into sight in advance of the Maple Fan finale above Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Snowbirds descended strongly before executing their final maneuver over Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The outer Snowbirds pilots started to peel off to form the Maple Fan over Lake Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
More of the snowbirds broke away from the arch to create the Maple Fan for the crowds in Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The Snowbirds separated from one another during the Maple Fan finale maneuver at Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian International Air Show
The crowds along Lake Ontario gave a final wave to the Snowbirds at the end of the Air Show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
Matthew Cavicke walked around the Canadian National Exhibition Grounds in Toronto, Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
The Farm had moved to the Better Living Centre with the Automotive Building closed on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
A Duroc Pietrain pig, just two months old, tried to get some rest during the Ex on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
A pig was nursing in view of the attendees of the Canadian National Exhibition in Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
A Charlais-Angus Cross cow, just fourteen months old, rested at the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
A Holstein Heifer, just one month old, decided to have a meal during the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
A year-old Holstein Heifer, one year old, also decided to take a meal at the Farm during the Ex on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
An Ontario farmer gave a talk on milking cows as the process continued in the background at the Ex on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
A close-up of the apparatus used to milk the cows was obtained at the Ex in Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
A sheep begged for attention at the Farm during the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
A little lamb rested in a corner at the Farm during the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
A lamb decided to climb on the back of its mother at the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
A pair of lambs scrambled around The Farm at the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
Nubian Goats from Toronto's Riverdale Farm rested at the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
A sand castle sculpture stood at the front of The Farm at the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
This butter sculpture was entitled "Swimmers" at the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
This butter sculpture was meant to represent an insect at the Canadian National Exhibition in Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
This butter sculpture was entitled "Tooth Fairy" for obvious reasons at The Ex on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
A dragon-themed butter sculpture awaited judging at the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
The final butter sculpture in the series was this owl observed at the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The "Summer Zamboni" prepared the surface in the Ricoh Coliseum before the RCMP Musical Ride on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The first horse in the Royal Canadian Mounted Police's Musical Ride entered the Ricoh Coliseum on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The opening procession of the RCMP musical ride featured 32 horses and riders on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
A 6-year old who descended from the first "Mounties" opened the RCMP Musical Ride on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride took a turn at an end of the Ricoh Coliseum on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The procession of RCMP started to break into four lines at the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride ran along the edges of the Coliseum on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The thirty-two horses of the RCMP Musical Ride crossed in the middle of the field on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The RCMP Musical Ride riders diverged at diagonals in the middle of the performance on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
Lines of the RCMP Musical riders met at a diagonal in the middle of the field on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The diagonal cross was completed at the center of the Ricoh Coliseum during the RCMP Musical Ride on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
Two of the RCMP Musical Riders charged across the stadium during the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
Half the riders in the RCMP Musical Ride charged in between the other half of the riders on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The riders in the RCMP Musical Ride formed a giant "X" in the middle of the field on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
A two-column "X" was formed in the middle of the field during the RCMP Musical Ride on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The riders in the RCMP Musical Ride faced one another during the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
All thirty-two riders in the RCMP Musical Ride crossed at the center of the Ricoh Coliseum on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The riders in the RCMP Musical Ride met at a ninety-degree angle to their previous meeting on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The RCMP Musical riders curved around the center of the field in four separate curves on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride moved in two lines around the Ricoh Coliseum on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The RCMP Musical Ride rotated about the Ricoh Coliseum in a single line on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The RCMP Musical Ride continued to rotate about the Ricoh Coliseum in Toronto, Ontario on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The riders of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police Musical Ride rotated around the field on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The RCMP Musical Ride split into four groups of eight riders to rotate in a different configuration on 31-August-2008

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The RCMP Musical Ride continued to rotate in four groups during the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The riders took up a rotating circle with a cross in the middle during the RCMP Musical Ride on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The RCMP Musical Ride formed a line with the horses at diagonals at the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The RCMP Musical Ride formed a clover leaf interchange in the Ricoh Coliseum in Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
Four curves around the Ricoh Coliseum were formed by the RCMP Musical Ride in Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
Four small circles were formed during the RCMP Musical Ride at the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The RCMP Musical Ride formed a spiral during the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The RCMP Musical Ride formed a large circle with all thirty-two riders around its perimeter on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The riders raised their staffs while still formed in the circle on during the RCMP Musical Ride on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
All thirty-two riders charged across the Ricoh Coliseum during the RCMP Musical Ride on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The riders in the RCMP Musical Ride formed up in two lines at the end of the show on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
The riders in the RCMP Musical Ride prepared to leave the stadium in Toronto on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
Many of the riders in the RCMP Musical Ride were female, including this officer posing on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - RCMP Musical Ride
A "Mountie" posed after the completion of the RCMP Musical Ride at the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
A rock tower builder worked during the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
The rock tower builder let go of his latest creation at the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
Three of the rock towers constructed at the Canadian National Exhibition were on display on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
An interesting display at the Canadian National Exhibition was the History of the Toilet, observed on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
A toilet was on display at the History of the Toilet exhibit at the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
Toilet trivia was presented in an unique way involving a toilet seat at the History of the Toilet on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
Toilet paper did not exist before 1880, as learned at the History of the Toilet Exhibit on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
Lance Gleich posed in a mockup of the new Toronto subway at the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
The new subway cars featured a future Toronto Transit map with lighted positions on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
Matthew Cavicke inspected the cockpit of a CF-18 fighter jet at the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
Matthew Cavicke gave the thumbs-up from a genuine CF-18B two-seat fighter cockpit on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
Matthew Cavicke enjoyed sitting in the cockpit of a CF-18 at the Canadian National Exhibition on 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Canadian National Exhibition
The midway at the Canadian National Exhibition was crowded with people on the evening of 31-August-2008.

Toronto - Farr House
Farr House, at 905 Queen Street West in Toronto, was constructed in 1847 for a brewer and observed on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Trinity Bellwoods Park
Garrison Creek once ran through this corner of Trinity Bellwoods Park but it was now underground on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Trinity Bellwoods Park
The one-time Trinity College gates still stood at Trinity Bellwoods Park in Toronto, Ontario on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The start of the Labour Day Parade in Toronto approached Trinity Bellwoods Park on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Labour Day Parade started to pass the Trinity Gates along Queen Street West in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A variety of union flags passed the Trinity Gates in Toronto during the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The unions had their political messages as on display as they passed the Trinity Gates on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The New Democratic Party was the only political party marching in the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
"Sisters in the Trades" marched in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Bricklayers Local 2 marched past the Trinity Gates during Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A truck chartered by the Bricklayers Union participated in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Ontario, Canadian, and United States flags passed the Trinity Gates during the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Electrical Workers Union Local 353's truck participated in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Electrical Workers' trailer was prepared for inclement weather during the Labour DAy Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Electrical Workers Union Local 353 had a band marching in the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Cat in the Hat walked down Queen Street West during Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A stroller was mixed in with the group of electrical workers marching in the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A 1947 Ford work truck drove down Queen Street West during Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A group of future truck drivers participated in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Someone had to keep the marchers hydrated, and these men carried water during the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Heating and Insulation Workers' Union was one of many participating in the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Sprinkler Fitters' Union participated in Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Boilermakers' Union marched down Queen Street West in Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Boilermakers' Union contributed a band of bagpipe players to Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Another set of bagpipers came from the Sheet Metal Workers' Union in the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The band of bagpipers from the Sheet Metal Workers' Union passed the Trinity Gates in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Millwrights Local 2039 marched in Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The flag of the Packers' Union was twirled during Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Elevator Constructors' Union marched in Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Ironworkers' Union carried a large Canadian flag during Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Ironworkers' Union band passed the Trinity Gates on Queen Street West in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Ironworkers Local 721 contributed this trailer to the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The large contingent from the Canadian Auto Workers started past the Trinity Gates in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Canadian Auto Workers' Local 112 contributed this band on a trailer to the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Local 112 came to Toronto's Labour Day Parade in Toronto with this float on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Canadian Auto Workers included this Pontiac Aztec in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Canadian Auto Workers Local 414 brought this trailer to the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Canadian Auto Workers Local 1067 also brought a band on a flatbed truck at the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
In a timeless scene, a truck driver threw candy to kids observing the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Machinists and Aerospace Union brought this band to Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Carpenters' Union marched past the Trinity Gates during the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Carpenters' Union trailer drove down Queen Street West in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Carpenters Local 675 marched past the Trinity Gates in Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Amalgamated Transit Union marched in front of St. Nicholas Ukrainian Church in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The "Transit Band" marched down Queen Street West in front of St. Nicholas on Labour Day, 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
One of the TTC's remaining PCC cars ran down Queen Street West in the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Operating Engineers' Union marched down Queen Street West during the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Operating Engineers contributed this truck to the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A small portion of the firefighters marching in the Labour Day Parade were noted on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Fire trucks from Toronto participated in the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A dalmation joined the fire fighters walking in Toronto's Labour Day Parade on Queen Street West on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Communications, Energy, and Paperworkers' Union marched down Queen Street West in the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Stagehands Union marched in Toronto's Labour Day Parade down Queen Street West on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Canadian Media Guild participated in Toronto's Labour Day Parade down Queen Street West on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Postal workers marched in Toronto's Labour Day Parade on Queen Street West on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
This postal worker didn't seem very happy about the present Canadian government as noted on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A leftover King from the Caribana Parade marched in Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Some of the Steelworkers Union rode on this trailer down Queen Street West on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Alliance of Canadian Cinema Television and Radio Artists (ACTRA) marched in the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
An ACTRA member walked down Queen Street West on stilts during the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Public Employees Union marched down Queen Street West during the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
Unions in support of the Palestinian cause marched in Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A Toronto Hydro Truck made its way down Queen Street West during the parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
A Toronto Utility truck brought an unusual scene to the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
More members of CUPE (Canadian Union of Public Employees) marched in the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Ontario Public Service Employees contributed this trailer to Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Service Employees International marched down Queen Street West during Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
This float described the SEIU's position on health care during the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Ontario Nurses Association participated in Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Public Service Alliance drove this trailer in Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Union of Needletrades, Industrial, and Textile Employees, Hotel Employees and Restaurant Employees (UNITE HERE) on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The United Food and Commerical Workers walked down Queen Street West in the Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The United Fodd and Commercial Workers Steel Band was in Toronto's Labour Day Parade on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The rather motley end of the Labour Day Parade came down Queen Street West in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Labour Day Parade
The Communist Party helped bring up the rear of the Labour Day Parade in Toronto on 1-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
Dave Wetherald welcomed visitors to his HO-scale model railroad in his Toronto, Ontario home on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
Host Dave Wetherald and guests John, William, Derek, and Joan enjoyed his model railroad on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
The turntable on Dave Wetherald's HO-scale layout and some of his 45 locomotives were observed on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
A model of the Ontario Northland's "Northlander" exited a tunnel on Dave Wetherald's layout on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
The Ontario Northland "Northlander" passed through a junction on Dave Wetherald's layout on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
A Canadian Pacific streamlined train and the "Northlander" appeared to be racing on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
The "Glacier Park" at the rear of a Canadian Pacific train met the "Northlander" in model form on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
The "Northlander" approached trackwork including a double-slip switch on Dave Wetherald's layout on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
Union Station on Dave Wetherald's layout hosted the CP, CN, and Toronto, Hamilton and Buffalo on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
A Canadian Pacific GP30 handled a freight train on Dave Wetherald's HO-scale model railroad on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
This shed for gandy dancers lined Dave Wetherald's HO-scale model railroad on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
A sawmill was located in a section of Dave Wetherald's layout in Toronto on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
A dramatic ravine was located on Dave Wetherald's HO-scale model railroad on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
These ruins were an interesting scene on Dave Wetherald's HO-scale model railroad in Toronto on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
Another look up the ravine on Dave Wetherald's 1:87 model railroad was taken on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
Dave Wetherald looked on from the other end of the ravine on his model railroad in Toronto on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
A model of famous Canadian National 4-8-2 #6060 traversed Dave Wetherald's model railroad on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
The model of the 6060 crossed a bridge on Dave Wetherald's HO-scale model railroad on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
Dave Wetherald looked on as Canadian National 4-8-2 #6060 crossed a bridge on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
The pride of Dave Wetherald's fleet, the "Royal Hudson" ran on his model railroad on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - Dave Wetherald's Layout
Dave Wetherald watched the "Royal Hudson" traverse his model railroad on 18-September-2008.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
The Toronto Railway Historical Association's 50-ton Whitcomb diesel sat outside the roundhouse on 28-June-2008.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
The interior of the John Street Roundhouse from the stall 32 entrance on 28-June-2008; this section will become Leon's.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
A saved lineside structure sat inside the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto on 28-June-2008.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
The pit formerly used to change drivers on steam locomotives was viewed in the John Street Roundhouse on 28-June-2008.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
In the pit were rails on which rode these vehicles used to hold the drivers, as observed on 28-June-2008.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
An old switch shack was protected inside the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto on 28-June-2008.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
A view from stall 23 of the John Street Roundhouse with stall 32 to the left on 28-June-2008; Leon's will use this space.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
Stalls 19-22 of the John Street Roundhouse were observed on 28-June-2008; these stalls will also be part of Leon's.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
Another view of stalls 19-22 as they appeared after cleaning but before conversion, photographed on 28-June-2008.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
The modern sprinkler system was actually a recent addition to the roundhouse when observed on 28-June-2008.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
Bays 15-18 will make up the museum, including the Elwell-Parker mobile crane observed on 28-June-2008.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
Also part of the Toronto Railway Historical Association will be the machine shop of the roundhouse, seen 28-June-2008.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
The coal ladder for the coaling tower was stored in the John Street Roundhouse machine shop on 28-June-2008.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
The compressor room in the machine shop area was a highlight of a tour on 28-June-2008.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
A wide look at the machine shop of the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto was taken on 28-June-2008.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse Lorry
The construction of the new lorry had progressed somewhat in the roundhouse on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - John Street Roundhouse
The back corner of the museum space in the John Street Roundhouse was nearly clean on 16-August-2008.

TRHA - Michael Guy Welding
Michael Guy welded a multi-gauge crossing for the Toronto Railway Historical Association on 20-September-2008.

TRHA - Michael Guy Grinding
Michael Guy performed grinding on out-of-gauge rail at the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto on 20-September-2008.

TRHA - Crossing Test
A boxcar prepared to move over the test crossing at the John Street Roundhouse in Toronto on 20-September-2008.

TRHA - Crossing Test
The boxcar prepared to test the crossing with 7-1/4" track intended for live steam on 20-September-2008.

TRHA - Crossing Test
The historic boxcar started to deflect the crossing track as intended at the John Street Roundhouse on 20-September-2008.

TRHA - Crossing Test
The crossing had behaved as intended, as demonstrated by the boxcar at the John Street Roundhouse on 20-September-2008.

TRHA - Turntable
The Toronto Railway Historical Association tested the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse on 27-September-2008.

TRHA - Turntable
Ron William Hurlbut and Dave Wetherald operated the turntable at the John Street Roundhouse on 27-September-2008.

TRHA - Turntable
The Toronto Railway Historical Association used its switcher to move a locomotive off the turntable on 27-September-2008.

TRHA - Turntable
The Toronto skyline looked over the Toronto Railway Historical Association equipment on 27-September-2008.

Toronto - Paving Harshaw Avenue
The Furfari Paving Company was removing the old pavement from Harshaw Avenue in Toronto on 17-July-2008.

Toronto - Paving Harshaw Avenue
The Furfari Paving Company used a Wirtgen pavement recycler to remove pavement on Harshaw Avenue on 17-July-2008.

Toronto - Paving Harshaw Avenue
A closer look at the Wirtgen Company's pavement recycler working to remove pavement from Harshaw Avenue on 17-July-2008.

Toronto - Paving Harshaw Avenue
Another look at the Wirtgen Company's pavement recycler in action on Harshaw Avenue in Toronto on 17-July-2008.

Toronto - Paving Harshaw Avenue
A dump truck was filled with the recovered asphalt scraped up from Harshaw Avenue in Toronto on 17-July-2008.

Toronto - Paving Harshaw Avenue
The pavement of Harshaw Avenue was captured after Furfari Paving did its recycling work on 17-July-2008.

Toronto - Paving Harshaw Avenue
The Wirtgen scraper continued its work going the other direction on Harshaw Avenue in Toronto on 17-July-2008.

Toronto - Paving
A crew patched up the pavement around a manhole cover on Harshaw Avenue on 11-August-2008.

Toronto - Paving
A paver moved into position to finish the surfacing of Harshaw Avenue on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Paving
Furfari Paving's largest roller worked on the first lane of pavement on Harshaw Avenue on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Paving
A closer look at the roller working on the first lane of the Harshaw Avenue in Toronto on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Paving
A paver moved into position to do the second lane of Harshaw Avenue in Toronto on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Paving
The paver worked the second lane of the Harshaw Avenue on the morning of 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Paving
The paver worked its way down Harshaw Avenue in Toronto for the final time on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Paving
A smaller roller worked next to an asphalt truck on Harshaw Avenue in Toronto on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Paving
A dump truck backed up to the paver on Harshaw Avenue in Toronto on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Paving
The dump truck started to deliver its load of asphalt to the paver on Harshaw Avenue on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Paving
The dump truck had reached its highest angle as it worked on Harshaw Avenue on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Paving
The dump truck lowered to its driving position before moving away from the paver on Harshaw Avenue on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Paving
With its final load of asphalt ready, the paver started moving down Harshaw Avenue again on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Paving
Workers raked up the asphalt around a manhole after the passage of the paver on Harshaw Avenue on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Paving
The large roller worked on the second lane of Harshaw Avenue following the paver on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Paving
A narrower roller also worked on the new asphalt on Harshaw Avenue in Toronto on 26-August-2008.

Toronto - Paving Roller
The smallest of the rollers came out to finish the process of paving Harshaw Avenue on 26-August-2008.
Trip to the Red River Valley, July 2008

Toronto - VIA Canadian
VIA Rail Canada train #1, the "Canadian", departed Toronto, Ontario's Union Station on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - VIA Canadian
Two of the three "Skyline" dome cars in VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" were visible departing Toronto on 5-July-2008.

Toronto - VIA Canadian
The "Park" car had just cleared the train sheds as the "Canadian" departed Toronto on 5-July-2008.

Scenery - On-board Plaque
This very Canadian plaque was noted on board VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - John Street Roundhouse
The old Canadian Pacific John Street Roundhouse was visible as the Canadian departed Toronto on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Fort York Flag
VIA Rail's "Canadian" passed the Union Jack at Fort York in Toronto, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Downsview Park
The large flag at Downsview Park in Toronto, Ontario was observed from VIA Rail's "Canadian" on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Steeles Avenue
VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" crossed Steeles Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Snider
The "Canadian", running on CN's Newmarket Subdivision, crossed over the CN York Subdivision at Snider on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Highway 407
Before stopping to back onto the York Subdivision, the "Canadian" passed over highway 407 on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Highway 7
The "Canadian" stopped above Highway 7 in Vaughn, Ontario on 8-July-2008 before backing to the York Subdivision.

Scenery - Snider
The connecting track at Snider and the elevated CN Newmarket Sub were viewed from the CN York Sub on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Dufferin Street
The "Canadian" moved forward again, crossing Dufferin Street north of Toronto on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Fields
The scenery had turned from suburbia to farming fields by Quaker, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Pond
The "Canadian" passed a small pond at Pine Orchard, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Pond
A nice house on a pond was noted from VIA's "Canadian" near Pine Orchard, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Flowers
Flowers provided color to a field near Zephyr, Ontario viewed from VIA's "Canadian" on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Forest
The scenery started to become forested as seen from VIA's Canadian near Zephyr, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Lake Simcoe
VIA's Canadian ran along the eastern shore of Lake Simcoe in Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Lake Simcoe
With its western shore nearly 25 kilometers away, Lake Simcoe was viewed from VIA's passing "Canadian" on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Lake Simcoe
Even at 725 square kilometers, Lake Simcoe was only the 12th-largest lake in Ontario as viewed on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Clouds
The clouds around Smail, Ontario foreshadowed a coming thunderstorm on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Washago
The old Canadian National depot in Washago, Ontario was viewed during the "Canadian"'s station stop on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Sparrow Lake
The weather had cleared somewhat by the time the train passed Sparrow Lake, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Muskoka Lake
The Canadian National tracks ran right along Muskoka Lake as they continued northbound on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Muskoka Lake
An island in the middle of Muskoka Lake was viewed from VIA's "Canadian" on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Parry Sound
VIA's "Canadian" gained a great view of Parry Sound, Ontario as it crossed a bridge on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Parry Sound
VIA's "Canadian" used directional running on the Canadian Pacific to attain this view at Parry Sound on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Parry Sound
The "Canadian" crossed high above the channel at Parry Sound, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Parry Sound
The long dock at Parry Sound, Ontario was observed from VIA's Canadian on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Parry Sound
A final look back at the view of Parry Sound was obtained from the Canadian Pacific bridge on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Parry Sound
VIA Rail's "Canadian" called on the old Canadian Pacific depot at Parry Sound, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Marsh
The scenery had become marsh-like near Pointe Au Baril, Ontario as viewed from the "Canadian" on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Pointe Au Baril
VIA's "Canadian" crossed another inlet at Pointe Au Baril, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Pointe Au Baril
The lighthouse on an inlet of Georgian Bay at Pointe Au Baril, Ontario was observed on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Magnetawan River
The Magnetawan River was crossed by VIA's "Canadian" in northern Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Magnetawan River
The Magnetawan River flowed from Alongquin Park to Georgian Bay as observed from VIA's "Canadian" on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Still River
VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" crossed under the highway bridge at Still River, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - French River
The "Canadian" crossed the inlet leading to the French River in northern Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - French River
Another view of the inlet of Georgian Bay at the French River was observed from the "Canadian" on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - French River
A highway bridge was viewed off in the distance as the "Canadian" crossed the French River on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Wetlands
The scenery again turned to wetlands near Rutter, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Wanapitei River
The "Canadian" had returned to Canadian National tracks before it crossed the Wanapitei River on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Sudbury Junction
The industry prominent in the area started becoming evident near Sudbury Junction, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Sudbury Junction
The metal-filled hills around Sudbury Junction, Ontario were observed from VIA's "Canadian" on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Train at Capreol
VIA Rail Canada F40PH-2 #6440, the "Canadian"'s lead unit, was fueled at Capreol, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Train at Capreol
The VIA Rail Canada crew worked the baggage car during the station stop at Capreol, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Train at Capreol
The passengers of VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" enjoyed a break off the train at Capreol, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Train at Capreol
A "Skyline" dome car was spotted not far from the Capreol, Ontario depot on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Train at Capreol
The "Tremblant Park" dome-observation car brought up the markers of the "Canadian" at Capreol, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Capreol
The main street in Capreol, Ontario was observed during the station stop on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Vermillion River
VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" ran along the Vermillion River near Raphoe, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Post Lake
The Vermillion River widened into Post Lake near LaForest as we ventured into the Canadian Shield on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Sunset
The sun had set as VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" traveled past Green Lake near Tionaga, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Sunset
The evening sky provided little light as the "Canadian" ran along Green Lake near Tionaga, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Moon
The moon was observed from VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" near Singe Lake, Ontario on 8-July-2008.

Scenery - Red Granite Lake
The train was deep in the Canadian Shield as it passed Red Granite Lake near Armstrong, Ontario early on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Wheelbarrow
A local resident had met the "Canadian" with his wheelbarrow to collect supplies at Collins, Ontario on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Rocks
Rock formations typical of the Canadian Shield were observed near Ogaki, Ontario on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Forest
The forest around Superior, Ontario was observed from VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Kawaweogama Lake
The "Canadian" afforded this view of Kawaweogama Lake near Allanwater Bridge, Ontario on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Ekstrom Lake
Ekstrom Lake near Ghost River, Ontario was viewed from VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - English River
The English River was crossed by VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" in the Canadian Shield on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Train at Sioux Lookout
A fuel truck again serviced VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" at Sioux Lookout, Ontario on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Train at Sioux Lookout
Passengers stepped off VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" at Sioux Lookout, Ontario for a break on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Train at Sioux Lookout
Less than half the length of VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" was visible at Sioux Lookout, Ontario on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Train at Sioux Lookout
The depot at Sioux Lookout, Ontario was closed while the train made its maintenance stop on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Sioux Lookout
The water tower at Sioux Lookout, Ontario was observed from the city center on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Sioux Lookout
The main commercial district of Sioux Lookout, Ontario was quiet on a Wednesday morning, 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Sioux Lookout
The classic Post Office in Sioux Lookout, Ontario was not busy on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Sioux Lookout
The Royal Canadian Legion was one of the most prominent building in Sioux Lookout, Ontario on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Sioux Lookout
A street clock was surprising sight to find in Sioux Lookout, Ontario on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Pelican Lake
Departing Sioux Lookout, Ontario, VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" crossed Pelican Lake on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Pelican Lake
A broad look at Pelican Lake was obtained from VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Pelican Lake
The "Canadian" continued to run along Pelican Lake approaching Pelican, Ontario on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Hodgins Lake
VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" crossed an arm of Hodgins Lake near Millidge, Ontario on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Rocks
More of the glacier-created roughness of the Canadian Shield was observed near Millidge, Ontario on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Walsh Lake
Another break in the forest of the Canadian Shield was observed at Walsh Lake near Niddrie, Ontario on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Ena Lake
The sun had started to break through by the time the train reached Ena Lake, Ontario on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Marsh
More marshland of the Canadian Shield was observed near Ena Lake, Ontario on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - McFarlane River
VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" crossed the McFarlane River west of Ena Lake, Ontario on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Ottermere
VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" made a station stop at rural Ottermere, Ontario on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Turtle
A turtle did his best to run away from VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" at Malachi, Ontario on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Malachi
This sizable station served the remote community of Malachi, Ontario on Lake Malachi on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Forest
After crossing the border into Manitoba, a typical Canadian Shield forest scene unfolded near Ophir on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - The Beaver Pond
A body of water known as "The Beaver Pond" was observed from VIA's Canadian near Ophir, Manitoba on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Forest
More of the forest of the Canadian Shield was observed near Decimal, Manitoba on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Canadian Shield
More scenery typical of the Canadian Shield was observed near Indigo, Manitoba on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Brerton Lake
VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" crossed an arm of Brerton Lake near Indigo, Manitoba on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Deer
A deer ran in a field near Nourse, Manitoba as viewed from VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Deer
The deer clearly wanted to get away from the train near Nourse, Manitoba on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Deer
The deer leaped away from VIA Rail Canada's "Canadian" near Nourse, Manitoba on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Fields
The Canadian Shield had given way to arable fields near Anola, Manitoba on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Red River Floodplain
The "Canadian" crossed the flood plain of the Red River near Transcona in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 9-July-2008.

Scenery - Red River
The Red River was viewed from the approaching "Canadian" in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 9-July-2008.

Winnipeg - VIA "Canadian"
A Canadian flag at The Forks rose above the "Canadian" as it crossed the Assiniboine River in Winnipeg on 9-July-2008.

Winnipeg - VIA "Canadian"
The "Canadian" crossed the Assiniboine River near The Forks in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 9-July-2008.

Winnipeg - VIA "Canadian"
My ComfortClass coach crossed the Assiniboine River in Winnipeg as part of the "Canadian" on 9-July-2008.

Winnipeg - VIA "Canadian"
The "Tremblant Park" carried the markers of the "Canadian" at the Assiniboine River in Winnipeg on 9-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Canadian National Train
Canadian National train #106 crossed the Assiniboine River in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 9-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Train at Red River
A Canadian National train crossed the Red River in Winnipeg headed for points east on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Train at Red River
A Central Manitoba Railway freight train crossed the Red River in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Train at Red River
VIA Rail Canada's eastbound "Canadian" started across the Red River in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Train at Red River
Two of the four dome cars in the "Canadian" were noted crossing the Red River in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Train at Red River
The "Park" car brought up the rear of the "Canadian" as it disappeared toward Toronto on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Ducks in Red River
Ducklings swam with their mother in the Red River at Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Alexander Docks
The Alexander Docks on the Red River, near the Cultural District of Winnipeg, Manitoba, were observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Steam Works
The long-idled Steam Works along the Red River in Winnipeg were observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Stephen Juba Park
Victoria's Steam Sculpture, a 2004 work by Jordan Van Sewell, was noted in Winnipeg's Stephen Juba park on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Stephen Juba Park
This monument to the 1919 aqueduct constructed by the Greater Winnipeg Water District was seen on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Stephen Juba Park
This monument to the 1813 Selkirk Settlers was located in Winnipeg's riverfront Stephen Juba Park on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Waterfront Drive
Revitalization of the old industrial buildings on this part of Winnipeg's Waterfront Drive was observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Waterfront Drive
The end result of much of the revitalization was condos, such as these on Waterfront Drive on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - CanWest Global Park
Stephen Juba Park stretched out in front of the CanWest Global Baseball Park in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - CanWest Global Park
The scoreboard at CanWest Global Baseball Park in Winnipeg, Manitoba was observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - CanWest Global Park
The stands at Winnipeg's CanWest Global Baseball Park were observed from the outfield fence on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Downtown
The skyline of Winnipeg, Manitoba's downtown area was viewed from The Forks on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Inglis Building
The ornate Inglis Building on Garry Street in Winnipeg was available for rent on 9-July-2008.

Winnipeg - White House
Note the bus stop in front of the White House along Portage Avenue in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Portage Avenue
Flags lined Portage Avenue approaching Winnipeg, Manitoba's main downtown intersection on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Fort Street
One of a reasonably extensive system of skywalks was noted in the distance on Fort Street in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Bank of Montreal
The Bank of Montreal was amongst all major banks having a presence at the main intersection in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - CanWest Global Place
CanWest Global Place was home to TD Canada Trust amongst other businesses on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Underground
A circular underground pedestrian walkway went around the intersection of Portage and Main in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Millennium Centre
The Millennium Centre was one of the older buildings on Main Street in downtown Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Royal Trust Building
The 1916 Bank of Hamilton Building on Main Street in Winnipeg housed the Royal Trust Company on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Royal Trust Building
This mural commemorating the 1919 Strike was on the side of the Royal Trust Building in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Mutual Life Building
This interesting mural was on the side of the Mutual Life Building on Main Street in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - McDermot Avenue
McDermot Avenue branched off Main Street at the heart of Winnipeg's Exchange District on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Ukrainian Congress Building
The Ukrainian Canadian Congress Building showed Classical Revival architecture on Main Street in Winnipeg, 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Crocus Building
The Crocus Building, once Ashdown Hardware, seen on Main Street in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008 had been built in 1905.

Winnipeg - Bannatyne Avenue
Bannatyne Avenue showed another typical Exchange District scene as viewed from Main Street in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Royal Bank of Canada Building
The 1907-era Royal Bank of Canada Building, once the only Italian Renaissance-style bank in Winnipeg, seen 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Artspace
Artspace, a warehouse at Arthur Street and Bannatyne Avenue in Winnipeg, housed several galleries on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Market Square
Market Square in Winnipeg had been the center of commerce until it moved to Portage Avenue, observed 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Hotel McLaren
The 1910-era Hotel McLaren had once been run by the city's premier hotelier family, observed 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Folk Festival Sign
The Winnipeg Folk Festival was set to start on the day this banner was observed on Main Street, 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - City Hall
The 1960-era City Hall was only Winnipeg's third-ever City Hall, observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - City Hall
This bear stood guard outside Winnipeg's City Hall on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Centennial Concert Hall
The 1968-era Centennial Concert Hall in Winnipeg was home to the Symphony Orchestra and Opera, observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Museum
The Manitoba Museum, focusing on natural and human history, was the largest museum in Winnipeg, seen on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Museum
The mast of the Nonsuch, a replica of a 1600's ketch, was inside the Manitoba Museum on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Museum
The bow of the Nonsuch, a replica of the first ketch in Hudson's Bay, was in the Manitoba Museum on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Museum
Another view of the bow of the Nonsuch, in a Manitoba Museum gallery built around the replica, observed on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Museum
The cabin of the Nonsuch, built in 1970 after an original built in 1650, captured in the museum on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Museum
The hold of the "Nonsuch," which sailed for a forerunner of the Hudson's Bay Company, on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Museum
The woodwork in the captain's cabin of the Nonsuch, the 1600's ketch replica, observed on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Museum
The stern deck of the Nonsuch ketch replica was observed inside the Manitoba Museum on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Museum
Some of the navigation devices used to help navigate in the 1600's were found aboard the Nonsuch on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Museum
A look down the 70-foot length of Nonsuch was obtained in the Manitoba Museum on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Museum
The stern of the Nonsuch was noted in the Manitoba Museum, where it had sat since 1973, on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Museum
The stern of the Nonsuch, which had sailed for three seasons before going on display, was observed on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Museum
The "Beaver Room" of the Hudsons Bay Company had been recreated in the Manitoba Museum, observed on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Museum
The forest display was one of many habitats within the Manitoba Museum observed on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Museum
I hadn't seen a moose from the train, but I did see a mock-up at the Manitoba Museum on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Museum
This early Bombardier fishing vehicle was on display at the Manitoba Museum in Winnipeg on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Hydro
This building was a minor facility for Manitoba Hydro on James Avenue in Winnipeg was photographed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Public Safety Building
The Public Safety Building was part of the Winnipeg Civic Centre on King Street, seen on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Public Safety Parkade
The Public Safety Parkade in Winnipeg featured this interesting mural on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Chinatown
The gate to Chinatown in Winnipeg, constructed in 1986, was observed over King Street on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Chinatown
The Chinese Cultural Centre in Winnipeg, located at King and William, was observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Red River College
Princess Street may have looked like storefronts, but was actually part of Red River College on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Red River College
The modern part of Red River College poked out from the storefronts on Princess Street on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Pantages
The 1914-era Pantages Theatre in Winnipeg, Manitoba remained in use as noted on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Theatre Centre
The 1970-era Manitoba Theatre Centre maintained several stages in this facility in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Esplanade Riel
The Esplanade Riel provided a pedestrian route over the Red River in Winnipeg as seen on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Esplanade Riel
The north side of the 2003-era Esplanade Riel pedestrian bridge was observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Esplanade Riel
The south side of the Esplanade Riel contained a restaurant overlooking the Red River on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The entryway into The Forks National Historic Site in Winnipeg, Manitoba was observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
A map of The Forks National Historic Site had been carved into this rock near the entrance on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
This official sign marked the entrance into The Forks National Historic Site in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
"The Path of Time" was the centerpiece art in the "Orientation Circle" at The Forks on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The entrance and the "Orientation Circle" at The Forks were viewed from inside the park on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The extensive skateboard park at The Forks in Winnipeg was viewed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The skateboard park at The Forks in Winnipeg included interesting artwork as observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The Scotiabank Performance Stage and surrounding Festival Park were hosting a touring event on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
A performance stage sat at The Forks across the Red River from St. Boniface in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
From The Forks in Winnipeg, one could look across the Red River to the Cathedral in St. Boniface on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
This floating concession stand was moored along the Red River at The Forks in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
St. Boniface General Hospital was viewed from across the Red River at The Forks in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The mis-named Forks came into view, the Norwood Bridge in the distance, walking along the Red River on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
Beyond "The Forks," the Norwood Bridge crossed the Red River in the distance on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
An old railroad bridge crossed the Assiniboine River to the right while the Red River was to the left on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
Called "The Forks," this was really the confluence of the Assiniboine (foreground) and Red Rivers on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
Winnipeg's Water Bus had a stop just up the Assiniboine River from The Forks on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The art in concrete near The Forks marina paid homage to the prairie past of Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The marina area at The Forks along the Assiniboine River was observed in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
Some of the grassy picnic areas around the marina at The Forks in Winnipeg were observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The Oodena (meaning center of the city) Celebration Circle was viewed at The Forks in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The Oodena Celebration Circle was a natural amphitheater, a tribute to 6000 years of area natives on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
A Canadian National transfer freight crossed the Assiniboine River at The Forks in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The train continued to rumble by the marina at The Forks as viewed from an old railroad bridge on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The end of the train rolled by in this view of the marina at The Forks on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The old railroad bridge afforded this view of the marina at The Forks in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The old bascule railroad bridge was permanently down as a pedestrian bridge over the Assiniboine River on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
These wolves had been an art contest, displayed on the bridge at The Forks in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
This wolf decorated by Jackie Traverse was named "Precious" as part of the display at The Forks on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The Forks was viewed from the old railroad bridge, now a foot bridge in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The Children's Museum was a major attraction at The Forks, observed in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The Manitoba Theatre for Young People was another major destination within The Forks in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The entrance to Market Plaza at The Forks above the marina was observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The observation deck at The Forks afforded a view of the river confluence, observed in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The Forks Market was the centerpiece of the entire complex, observed from outside on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The some of the dining space and vendors inside the The Forks Market in Winnipeg, Manitoba were seen on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
Another corridor in the The Forks Market filed with vendors was observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
A deer sculpture sat outside in a simulated prairie between The Forks Market and Johnston Terminal on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The Johnston Terminal building, a kind of annex to The Forks Market, was observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The Forks includes Ye Old Spaghetti Factory and a replica of a Winnipeg Portage Avenue streetcar, seen on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
These old boxcars at The Forks in Winnipeg now contain small businesses as observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
This old Canadian National caboose housed a visitor center at The Forks in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
An old Canadian Pacific coach housed a candy store at The Forks in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
The Temiskaming and Northern Ontario coach served as annex to the candy store at The Forks in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - The Forks
Winnipeg's Union Station and the Garry Hotel were in the distance as viewed from The Forks on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - York Avenue
This interesting display was found along York Avenue between The Forks and Main Street on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - York Avenue
VIA Rail Canada's Canadian stopped above York Avenue in Winnipeg during its station stop on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Union Station
The 1911-era Union Station in Winnipeg, Manitoba now serves only VIA Rail Canada, seen on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Union Station
The main entrance to Union Station in Winnipeg was viewed from Broadway on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Union Station
The impressive atrium in Winnipeg's Union Station was originally opened in 1911 and observed 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Union Station
The top of the atrium at Winnipeg's Union Station was observed from the lobby on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
The Countess of Dufferin, a 4-4-0 type, was the centerpiece of the Winnipeg Railway Museum on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
The front of the Countess of Dufferin, the first locomotive in Winnipeg in 1877, was observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
The builder's plate revealed the Countess of Dufferin to be a 1872 Baldwin product on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
The cab of the Countess of Dufferin, which helped construct the first railway south from Winnipeg, seen 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
The Countess of Dufferin had been built as Northern Pacific #21 in 1872, observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
The Countess of Dufferin had been a wood burner while in Manitoba, as demonstrated on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
The premier diesel in the Winnipeg Railway Museum was former Canadian National GMD-1 #1900 on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
The 1900 was the first 101 of the GMD-1 type built, in 1958, all for Canada, observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
The side doors were open on the 1900, allowing a look at the 1200 horsepower 567 prime mover on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
The 1900 was still operational after having been donated by the CN in 1999, and was observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
The cab of the 1900 looked like the cab of most 1950's-era EMD units, captured on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
The control stand in GMD-1 #1900 was observed in the Winnipeg Railway Museum on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
Former Greater Winnipeg Water District 35-ton, 1930-era Plymouth diesel #187-01 was observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
Winnipeg Hydro #4, a 1927-era, 20-ton Davenport diesel of only 320 horsepower was captured on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
Former Canadian National combine #7188 had been built in 1927 and was observed in the museum on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
1909-era Winnipeg Electric Railway Company streetcar #356, built at Fort Rouge, was under restoration on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
Winnipeg Electric Railway Company streetcar #356 had been scrapped except for its body in 1955, seen 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
A 1922 Mack Railbus, originally Northern Pacific, later Greater Winnipeg Water District, seen on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
The CTC dispatching boards used in Winnipeg by the Canadian National until 1995 were observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
Another view of the dispatching boards for the tracks around Winnipeg were observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
1927-era Midland Railway of Manitoba snowplow #X1645 was at the Winnipeg Railway Museum on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
Former Canadian National Jordan Spreader #51031, built in 1911 and donated in 1994, was seen on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
Canadian Pacific's British-built M300 track inspection car was observed at the Winnipeg Railway Museum on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
A 1946 Packard, built for the Canadian Pacific, later served the Greater Winnipeg Water District, seen on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
A Ford Model T Truck, used by the Canadian National Railway, was in the Winnipeg Railway Museum on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
A 1941 Chevy pumper fire truck, built for the CN, had only 5776 miles on it on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Railway Museum
A 1954 International truck was also part of the display in the Winnipeg Railway Museum on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Northwestern Building
The Northwestern Building on Main Street in Winnipeg once belonged to the Hudson's Bay Company, seen on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Club
The Manitoba Club on Broadway in Winnipeg had been constructed in 1905 and was photographed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Fort Garry Hotel
The Fort Garry Hotel had been built in 1912 by the Grand Trunk Pacific Railway, observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Fort Garry Hotel & Place
The 1988-era Royal Crown revolving restaurant at Fort Garry Place looked over the Fort Garry Hotel on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Broadway Fountain
This fountain was located in the median of Broadway in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Law Courts
This entrance to the Law Courts was located at Kennedy and Broadway in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Cartier Statue
This statue of George-Étienne Cartier honored his sponsorship of the bill bringing Manitoba into Canada, 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Land Titles Building
The Land Titles Building in Winnipeg, Manitoba had been constructed starting in 1903, and was observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Legislative Building
The Manitoba Legislative Building served as the province's Capitol, seen 10-July-2008 in Winnipeg.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Legislative Building
This display in support of Canadian troops, in Afghanistan and elsewhere, was in front of the Capitol on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Legislative Building
The Manitoba Legislative Building had first opened in 1920 after war delayed construction, viewed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Legislative Building
A look down Memorial Boulevard was obtained from the steps of the Manitoba Legislative Building on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - War Memorial
A memorial to fallen soldiers in various wars was located in the middle of Memorial Drive in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Memorial Park Fountain
These fountains sprayed water into the air of Memorial Park near the Legislative Building in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Legislative Building
"The Golden Boy" embodied enterprise and youth as it stood on top of the Legislative Building on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Next-of-Kin Memorial
The "Next-of-Kin" Memorial was erected to those lost during World War I, observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Transit Bus
Winnipeg Transit Bus #615 wore the agency's old scheme and the old city shield on Osborne Street on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Legislative Building
A side view of the Manitoba Legislative Building, whose construction started in 1911, was taken on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Legislative Building
The Legislative Building loomed in the distance at the Legislative Dock on the Assiniboine River on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Assiniboine River
The Assiniboine River was viewed from the Legislative Dock below the Legislative Building in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Bonnycastle Park
Bonnycastle Park stood in front of Fort Garry Place in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Fort Garry
The remains of Upper Fort Garry Gate, once a back entrance to the fort, was observed in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Fort Garry
The Upper Fort Garry Gate had been constructed in 1854 and still remained in place in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Fort Garry
This plaque explained the history of Upper Fort Garry Gate in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Snowshoe Hare
A snowshoe hare ran away toward safety near Fort Garry in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Snowshoe Hare
The snowshoe hare paused on a rock near Fort Garry in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Brown Squirrel
A brown squirrel, the most prolific in Winnipeg, ran on a tree near the Red River on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Dead Gopher
While I did see a live gopher, I only managed to photograph a dead gopher in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Red River
The Red River near "The Forks" was observed form the Norwood Bridge in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Norwood Bridge
This artwork decorated the reinforced concrete Norwood Bridge over the Red River in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
The St. Boniface Museum provided an introduction to the French Quarter of Winnipeg, observed 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
The fourth St. Boniface Cathedral, originally completed in 1908, was observed in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
The St. Boniface Cathedral had been mostly destroyed by fire in 1968 and was observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
Some of the remaining walls of the fourth St. Boniface Cathedral were observed in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
A replacement St. Boniface Cathedral was built on the remains of the previous building in 1972, seen on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
The former location of a huge stained glass window was just a huge hole at St. Boniface Cathedral on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
Another view of the 1972-era St. Boniface Cathedral in the French Quarter of Winnipeg was taken on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
This round apartment building was noted on the Avenue de la Cathedrale in St. Boniface on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
St. Boniface College, the premier secondary Franco-Manitoban institution, was observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
St. Boniface College had existed in something like its present form since 1871 in Winnipeg, seen on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
The signs in the St. Boniface neighborhood of Winnipeg were exquisitely bilingual as demonstrated on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
The 1906-era St. Boniface Provencher School in Winnipeg, Manitoba still served students on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
French Canadian author Gabrielle Roy (1909-1983) lived in this house in St. Boniface observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Seine River
The Seine River ran through the eastern portion of the St. Boniface neighborhood of Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
The one-time Canadian National station in St. Boniface had turned into a restaurant on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
An old heavyweight passenger car was part of the restaurant at the old St. Boniface station on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
The 1909-era Post Office still served Canada Post on Provencher Boulevard in St. Boniface on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
The City Hall in St. Boniface now serves as a tourist bureau on Provencher Boulevard, photographed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
The entrance to City Hall in St. Boniface was observed from Provencher Boulevard on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
The old City Hall and Fire Station in St. Boniface were observed on the evening of 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
The St. Boniface Fire Station had originally been constructed in 1907 and was observed on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - St. Boniface
Fort Gibraltar had been built by the Forks in 1810, and was relocated to St. Boniface in 1978, seen 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Burton Cummings Theater
The 1907 Walker Theater had turned into the Burton Cummings Theater by the time of this 10-July-2008 picture.

Winnipeg - MTS Centre
The MTS Centre, Winnipeg's indoor arena, was visible in the background of this hotel room view on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Exchange District
The Exchange District was observed from a hotel room in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Art Avenue
Candice Lui's "Flying Envelope" was one of the "Art Avenue" sculptures along Winnipeg's Portage Avenue on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Art Avenue
Erin Brown's "Once Upon a Chair" was amongst the "Art Avenue" sculptures on Portage Avenue in Winnipeg on 10-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Art Avenue
Perhaps most bizarre in the "Art Avenue" series was Catherine Towes' "Horseshoes and Coppelia" observed on 9-July-2008.

Winnipeg - University of Winnipeg
The south end of the University of Winnipeg campus was observed from Portage Avenue on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - West End Cultural Center
The colorful West End Cultural Center along Ellice Avenue in Winnipeg, Manitoba was noted on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Slurpee Capitol
This 7-Eleven along Ellice Avenue was a reminder that Winnipeg was the Slurpee Capitol of the world on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Safeway
This classic-style Safeway was located along Ellice Avenue in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Canada Inns Stadium
The Canada Inns Stadium in western Winnipeg, Manitoba was observed on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The only remaining CF-100 fighter jet sat outside the Western Canada Aviation Museum in Winnipeg on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The 1928 Fokker Universal CF-AAM was on display in Winnipeg's Western Canada Aviation Museum on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
A side view of Fokker Universal CF-AAM was obtained at the Western Canada Aviation Museum in Winnipeg on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
A Douglas A26B Invader, built in 1944 with registration C-GWLT, was parked at the museum on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
A McDonnell CF-101B Voodoo, built in 1961, sat in the Western Canada Aviation Museum on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
Another view of the CF-101B Voodoo preserved at the Western Canada Aviation Museum on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The 1948-era T33 Silver Star Trainer was preserved at Winnipeg's Western Canada Aviation Museum on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
A replica of the Junkers Ju-52 of registration CF-ARM was parked at the Western Canada Aviation Museum on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The Junkers Ju-52 was built in 1931 and could carry 3 tons of freight useful in northern Canada, seen 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The German-built Junkers Ju-52 earned the nickname "Flying Boxcar", observed in Winnipeg on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The DeHaviland DHC-2 Beaver of registration CF-MAA built in 1946 was the classic bush plane, seen on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The 1933-era Stinson SR-8 Reliant, registration CF-AZV, was another classic bush plane observed on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The Fairchild 24-W "Argus," registration CF-FQA, had been built in 1946 and was in Winnipeg on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The Fairchild 71-C had been built in 1928 with registration CF-AKT and served in northern Canada, seen 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
A replica of the Vickers Vedette, a 1924-era plane used to explore northern Canada, was seen on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The remains of Vickers Vedette G-CASW, wrecked on 15-August-1928 on Porcher Island, were in Winnipeg on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The 1972 Canadair CL-84, an early VSTOL aircraft, was at the Western Canada Aviation Museum on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
A 1953-era Vickers Viscount 20, flown by Air Canada, was at the Western Canada Aviation Museum on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The nose of the Vickers Viscount 20 added a modern look to the Western Canada Aviation Museum on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The rear of the Vickers Viscount 20, registration C-FTHS, was observed in Winnipeg on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The 1940 Yale 3460 trainer plane, rare compared with the Harvard model, was observed on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The 1955-era Bristol Freighter 31-M, with registration CF-WAE, was open for loading at Winnipeg on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
About six tons of equipment, often vehicles, could be carried by the Bristol Freighter as observed on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The rear of the Bristol Freighter, in Norcanair colors, was seen at the Western Canada Aviation Museum on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
This 1929-era Bellance Aircruiser 66-70 airframe was preserved in Winnipeg on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
A 1959-era Canadair F-86 Sabre was sitting at the Western Canada Aviation Museum in Winnipeg on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The 1959 Avrocar VZ9AV "flying saucer" replica was observed at the Western Canada Aviation Museum on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The signatures of Charles Lindbergh and Oroville Wright were both on this envelope displayed in Winnipeg on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Western Canada Aviation Museum
The "Skyways" display for kids was noted at the Western Canada Aviation Museum in Winnipeg on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Airport
A Perimeter Airlines Swearingen SA-226AT, registration C-GPCL, headed for the runway at Winnipeg on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Airport
Air Canada flight 1112 was on taxi to its runway when a thunderstorm broke out at Winnipeg on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Airport
An Air Canada A320-211, registration C-FTJS, headed for the terminal at Winnipeg's airport on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Airport
Another Perimeter Swearingen SA226-TC, registration C-GIQK, taxied at Winnipeg Airport on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Airport
A plane spotter was noted on the tarmac at the Western Canada Aviation Museum in Winnipeg on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Airport
An Air Canada Embraer 190 prepared to land at Winnipeg's Airport on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Airport
The Air Canada Embraer 190, registration C-FMYV, touched down at Winnipeg, Manitoba on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Airport
Air Canada C-FMYV, an Embraer 190, taxied to the terminal after landing at Winnipeg on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Airport
Air Canada flight 1112 finally took off on a different runway at Winnipeg on 11-July-2008.

Winnipeg - Yellowhead Highway Sign
This sign marking the beginning of the Yellowhead Highway was noted in downtown Winnipeg on 11-July-2008.

Scenery - Church at Aubigny
Divided highway 75 had been built around this church near Aubigny, Manitoba as seen on 11-July-2008.

Scenery - Manitoba Highway Signs
The two kinds of Manitoba highway signs, each featuring a bison, were noted at this junction on 11-July-2008.

Scenery - Manitoba Highway Sign
The highway signs around Winnipeg were all bilingual, as shown by this one on 11-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Entrance
Resident Charity Bishop stood in front of the entrance welcoming visitors to Grand Forks, North Dakota on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Town Square
The Town Square in Grand Forks, located at 3rd and Demers near the Red River, was busy on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Town Square
A Public Market occupied the Town Square in Grand Forks on 12-July-2008, a regular Saturday morning event.

Grand Forks - Third Street
Historic buildings lined Third Street in Grand Forks, North Dakota on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Third Street
More historic buildings, showing little sign of the flooding a decade before, were noted in Grand Forks on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Widman's Chocolates
The Widman's Chocolates on Third Street in Grand Forks was best known for chocolate-covered potato chips on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Opera House
Grand Forks' Opera House was dwarfed by the County Office Building behind it on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Opera House
Another view of the Opera House and County Office Building as seen from the Red River on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - County Office Building
A closer look at the County Office Building in Grand Forks was obtained from Frankline Avenue on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Loon Park
Loon Park was tucked away next to South Third Street in Grand Forks, North Dakota on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Charity in Arbor Park
Charity Bishop stood next to "Guardian," a sculpture done by Sam Spitzka in 2000, at Arbor Park on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Arbor Park
An overview of Arbor Park, off of South Fourth Street in Grand Forks, North Dakota, was taken on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - County Courthouse
The Grand Forks County Courthouse, constructed in 1915, still stood proudly on South Fourth Street on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Old City Hall
Grand Forks' Old City Hall, built in 1911, stood proudly downtown on North Fourth Street on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Central High School
Central High School remained an active school in downtown Grand Forks on North First Avenue on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Federal Building
The Federal Building, built in 1906, still housed a Post Office on North Fourth Street on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Empire Arts Center
The Empire Arts Center, built in 1919, stood on Demers Avenue in Grand Forks, North Dakota on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Transit Center
Cities Area Transit (CAT) maintained this Transit Center on Fifth Street in Grand Forks, North Dakota on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Wall
A Subway shop sign lended a bizarre appearance to this wall along North Fifth Street in Grand Forks on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Bicycle Stand
This inviting bicycle stand stood on North Third Street in Grand Forks, North Dakota on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Herald
The headquarters of the Grand Forks Herald had been originally constructed in 1931 and expanded before 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Memorial Park
Memorial Park along North Third Street in Grand Forks featured the sculpture "Flood Rescue" on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Memorial Park
This marker in Memorial Park was one of several panels telling the story of the 1997 floods on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Memorial Park
This Memorial Park panel described Blizzard Hannah that preceded the flood in 1997, observed on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Memorial Park
This panel described the extent of the 1997 flooding in Grand Forks' Memorial Park on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Memorial Park
Making the 1997 disaster much worse was a fire downtown, described in this Memorial Park panel on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Flood Marker
Next to the Red River, the flood marker demonstrated just how drastic the 1997 flood in Grand Forks was on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Flood Marker
A closer look at the flood marker near the Red River showed the 1997 flood height of 54 feet on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Flood Plaque
Near the Red River, a series of plaques thanked those who had led the recovery from the 1997 flood, seen on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Flood Plaque
This plaque honored the community leaders that helped recover from the 1997 flood, observed on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Flood Plaque
It seemed impossible on 12-July-2008, but this plaque thanked FEMA for its role in Grand Forks' flood recovery.

Grand Forks - Flood Plaque
Housing and Urban Development also garnered this plaque for its recovery role in Grand Forks, viewed 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Greenway
The Greenway along the North Dakota bank of the Red River was viewed at downtown Grand Forks on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Greenway
A BNSF railroad bridge crossed the Red River and the Grand Forks Greenway on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Lincoln Drive Park
Farther south along the Red River, the greenway widened to Lincoln Drive Park, whose dog park was shown on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Lincoln Drive Park
Another view of the green space along the Red River found at Grand Forks' Lincoln Drive Park on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Sorlie Bridge
The 1929-era Sorlie Memorial Bridge took Demers Avenue across the Red River at Grand Forks on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Sorlie Bridge
This plaque explained the namesake of the Sorlie Memorial Bridge as viewed on the North Dakota side on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Red River
A pillar from the old Northern Pacific bridge across the Red River at Grand Forks was viewed on 12-July-2008.

East Grand Forks - Welcome Sign
This sign greeted travelers taking the Sorlie Memorial Bridge into East Grand Forks, Minnesota on 12-July-2008.

East Grand Forks - River Cinema
The River Cinema on Demers Avenue was a major attraction in East Grand Forks, Minnesota on 12-July-2008.

East Grand Forks - River Cinema
The lobby of the River Cinema provided a different kind of decor than an average multiplex on 12-July-2008.

East Grand Forks - City Hall
What would a city hall in Minnesota be without Paul Bunyan and a blue cow, as in East Grand Forks on 12-July-2008.

East Grand Forks - City Hall
The front of City Hall in East Grand Forks, Minnesota and one of its flood memorials was viewed on 12-July-2008.

East Grand Forks - 150th Anniversary Display
This sign explained that a display in East Grand Forks was for the 150th Anniversary of Minnesota, seen 12-July-2008.

East Grand Forks - 150th Anniversary Display
In the middle of a farming area, a display of fake farm animals seemed bizarre, in East Grand Forks on 12-July-2008.

East Grand Forks - Highway Sign
This sign in East Grand Forks demonstrated the Minnesota state highway sign on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University Park
Returning to North Dakota, one of the many parks within Grand Forks was University Park, seen on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Dragonfly
A Variegated Meadowhawk dragonfly was noted on the sidewalk in Grand Forks' University Park on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University Park
University Park stretched for several blocks near the east end of the University of North Dakota campus on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University Park
"Porte Du Nord," a 1988 sculpture by Robert Michael Smith, was located in Grand Forks' University Park on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
The Columbia Road skywalk, or "bridge to nowhere," provided a greeting to the University of North Dakota on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
The English Coulee ran through the campus of the University of North Dakota in Grand Forks on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
Adelphi Fountain, originally installed in 1907, had been restored for its centennial and was viewed on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
A centerpiece of the University of North Dakota campus was located along the English Coulee on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
Adelphi Fountain was viewed at a bend in the English Coulee on the University of North Dakota on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - North Dakota Museum of Art
The North Dakota Museum of Art was located on the university campus near the English Coulee on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
Another, northward view of the bend in the English Coulee on the University of North Dakota campus on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
The Fox Memorial Bridge, built in 1965, stood in front of the Chester Fritz Auditorium on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
The 1965-era Chester Fritz Auditorium on the University of North Dakota campus was 85 feet tall on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
The entrance to the Chester Fritz Auditorium, the largest performance theater in the area, was observed on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
The University of North Dakota featured lots of green space along University Avenue as observed on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
The Chester Fritz Library was the largest library in the state of North Dakota and was observed on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
These canoes sat between buildings in the central portion of the University of North Dakota campus on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
O'Kelley Hall near the center of campus housed several University of North Dakota departments on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
This sculpture in the central University of North Dakota campus was called "Camp Depression" on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
The Carnegie Building, once a library on the University of North Dakota campus, was observed on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
Student Charity Bishop posed in front of the campus clock at the University of North Dakota on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
The Old Main Memorial Sphere and Merrifield Hall were viewed on the University of North Dakota campus on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
The Soaring Eagle Sculpture and Garden near the center of the University of North Dakota campus was seen on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
These flowers decorated the main quad area of the University of North Dakota on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
Wilkerson Hall, a dining hall, was observed on the University of North Dakota campus on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Ralph Englestad Arena
The Ralph Englestad Arena, a 12,000-seat hockey stadium, was located at the University of North Dakota on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Ralph Engelstad Arena
The 2001-era Ralph Engelstad Arena, home of the University of North Dakota Fighting Sioux, was viewed on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Ralph Engelstad Arena
Known as "The Ralph," the Ralph Engelstad Arena was noted on the University of North Dakota campus on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
The School of Medical and Health Sciences at the University of North Dakota was observed on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
The entrance to the School of Medical and Health Sciences at the University of North Dakota was seen on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
The main atrium inside the School of Medical and Health Sciences was observed on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
Another atrium stood at the junction with a School of Medical and Health Sciences expansion on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
Charity Bishop stood in a library in the University of North Dakota's Medical and Health Sciences Building on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - University of North Dakota
This water tower adorned with the University of North Dakota logo stood along the south edge of campus on 12-July-2008.

Grand Forks - Water Tower
Grand Forks' more famous water tower with its human features was viewed above the rail yard on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - BN Federal Credit Union
The Burlington Northern lived, at least in the form of the Burlington Northern Federal Credit Union on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - County Fair and Exhibition
The entrance to the County Fairgrounds was active during the Grand Forks Fair and Exhibition on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - County Fair and Exhibition
A variety of rides were available at the County Fair Midway in Grand Forks, North Dakota on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - County Fair and Exhibition
A demolition derby was one of the attractions at the Grand Forks Fair and Exhibition on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - County Fair and Exhibition
A youth rider horse show was amongst the events at the Grand Forks County Fair and Exhibition on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - County Fair and Exhibition
One of the horses tried to ignore the photographer in the barn at the Grand Forks County Fair on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - County Fair and Exhibition
A group of cows stayed close to the wall at the Grand Forks County Fair and Exhibition on 13-July-2008.

Grand Forks - County Fair and Exhibition
What would a fair be without chickens, observed at the Grand Forks County Fair and Exhibition on 13-July-2008?

Grand Forks - County Fair and Exhibition
A rabbit enjoyed a quiet moment at the Grand Forks County Fair and Exhibition on 13-July-2008.

Minneapolis - Mesaba Airlines
Saab 340 of registration N441XJ was decorated for Mesaba Airlines' 50th Anniversary on 14-July-2008.

Minneapolis - Northwest A319
Northwest Airlines A319-114 of registration N354NB still wore the old Northwest paint scheme on 14-July-2008.

Minneapolis - Air National Guard C-130
Minnesota's Air National Guard C-130 #51001 taxied at the Minneapolis-St. Paul Airport on 14-July-2008.

Scenery - Toronto Aerial
Downtown Toronto and the islands were viewed from a plane on approach to Pearson Airport on 14-July-2008.

Scenery - Toronto Aerial
A closer look at the downtown area of Toronto was obtained from a landing plane on 14-July-2008.

Scenery - Toronto Aerial
The Don Valley section of Toronto was viewed from a landing aircraft on 14-July-2008.
Trip to Minnesota, September 2008

St. Paul - Cathedral
The front of the Cathedral of St. Paul in St. Paul, Minnesota fronted on Summit Avenue on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Cathedral
The front of the Cathedral of St. Paul, opened in 1915, was captured on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Cathedral
This ornamentation on the Cathedral of St. Paul was supposed to represent Religion and Science on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Cathedral
A corner of the Cathedral of St. Paul, designed by Emmanuel Louis Masqueray was observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Cathedral
The side of the French Renaissance-style Cathedral of St. Paul was viewed from a parking lot on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Cathedral
The copper dome of the Cathedral of St. Paul had been refurbished in 2002 and was viewed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Cathedral
The rear portion of Cathedral of St. Paul, the fourth such building with that name here, was seen on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Cathedral
The interior of the Cathedral of St. Paul was observed on the afternoon of 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Cathedral
The altar of the Cathedral of St. Paul, Minnesota inside its sanctuary was viewed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Cathedral
The dome of the Cathedral of St. Paul rose 175 feet above the floor as observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Cathedral
The confessionals, which lined each side of the Cathedral of St. Paul, were observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Cathedral
The stained glass of the Cathedral of St. Paul was simply spectacular as captured on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Cathedral
The Chapel of St. Joseph stood off to the side of the Cathedral of St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Cathedral
The Chapel of the Blessed Saint Mary in the Cathedral of St. Paul had been completed in 1919 and seen 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Cathedral
The cathedral organ surrounded the East Rose Window of stained glass in the Cathedral of St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Cathedral
The history of Cathedral of St. Paul and Archbishop John Ireland was told in this side room on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
This plaque was outside the house of James J. Hill, operated by the Minnesota Historical Society, on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The James J. Hill House on Summit Avenue had been completed in 1891 at a cost of $931,000 and seen 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
This portrait of James J. Hill, 1838-1916, was on display in the Music Room of his house on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
Mary Megehan Hill, wife of James J. Hill, had her portrait on display of the Music Room on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The Drawing Room of the James J. Hill House contained an original family table when observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The fireplace in the Drawing Room of the James J. Hill House was one of 22 in the house, seen 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The heat registers in the Drawing Room of the James J. Hill House in St. Paul were observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
This chandelier of the James J. Hill House had been been electric right from 1891, seen 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
These switches controlled the lighting in the Drawing Room of the James J. Hill House on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The Picture Gallery of the James J. Hill House included a full pipe organ, as observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The organ in the James J. Hill House had cost $4,700 when installed in 1891, and still worked on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
A skylight provided natural lighting for the Picture Gallery as demonstrated on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The shade allowed the modulation of lighting in the Picture Gallery of the James J. Hill House on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
This bench in the Picture Gallery was amongst the original furniture in the James J. Hill House on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
Another of the 22 fireplaces in the James J. Hill House was in the Picture Gallery noted on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The initials of woodworker John Kirchmayer were visible visible in the fireplace detailing as noted on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
A lion would have been visible behind the flames in the Picture Gallery fireplace as seen on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
This glass decorated a door between the Reception Hall and the Terrace in the James J. Hill House on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The Grand Staircase of the James J. Hill House, in Romanesque style, was observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
More of the detailed woodwork--9200 hours-worth building-wide--on the Grand Staircase was observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
These stained glass windows allowed natural lighting onto the Grand Staircase of the Hill House on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
This cup on display in the James J. Hill House had been presented to him by the city of St. Paul, seen 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
James J. Hill's bedroom on the second floor of his house was observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
While not his actual desk, this example was from the correct era in the James J. Hill House on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The bathroom next to James J. Hill's bedroom maintained a 1920's appearance as observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
This view toward the Mississippi River was taken from James J. Hill's bedroom in his house on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
Mary Theresa Hill's bedroom, adjacent to her husband's, was observed during the tour on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
Extensive space was available in the closet next to Mary Theresa Hill's bedroom on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
Outdoor stairs connected the terrace and the balcony of the James J. Hill House as observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
An original electrical cabinet, no longer used, was found in the James J. Hill House on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
This was the view available from the third floor Gymnasium, or game room of the James J. Hill House on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
This closet linked the rooms of sons Walter and Louis in the James J. Hill House as photographed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
This fireplace was found in Louis' third-floor room in the James J. Hill House on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
This replica was typical of the fixtures found in the boys' rooms in the James J. Hill House on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The exterior of the James J. Hill House was viewed from a third-floor window on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
Louis Hill had this view of the Cathedral of St. Paul from his bedroom window growing up, seen 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
Returning to the first floor, the tour passed this stained glass window on a staircase on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
A small corner of the library in the James J. Hill House was observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The flooring patterns throughout the house were interesting, including this corner of the library on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The Hills ate breakfast at this table in the Breakfast Room on the first floor viewed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
Yet another fireplace graced the Breakfast Room of the James J. Hill House in St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The China Closet in the James J. Hill House was as large as some apartments, observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The formal Dining Room on the first floor of the James J. Hill House was photographed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The walls of the Dining Room in the James J. Hill House were lined with leather as observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The hallway in the basement of the James J. Hill House was considerably less ornate as seen on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
Another view of the basement decor of the James J. Hill House, looking toward the kitchen, was taken on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The kitchen in the James J. Hill House looked large mostly because it was not actually in use on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
There was a certainly irony in not finding an ornate kitchen sink in the James J. Hill House on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The shelves in the pantry of the James J. Hill House were fairly plain as seen on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The laundry room of the James J. Hill House had been run by a full-time servant, observed 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The extensive drying racks in the laundry room of the James J. Hill House in St. Paul were seen on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The boiler room of the James J. Hill House also required the attention of a full-time servant, seen on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The original furnace exterior had been maintained, but a modern furnace was inside on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The hot water heater itself was impressive, next to the furnace of the James J. Hill House on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The rear porch of the James J. Hill House, located at basement level, was observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The James J. Hill House rose above the treeline along Summit Avenue on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The James J. Hill House faced out toward the Mississippi River far below on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
The entire James J. Hill House of 36,000 square feet was barely in the picture in this view on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - James J. Hill House
A relatively small carriage house stood to the east of the James J. Hill House on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Summit Avenue
Louis Hill moved into home next to his father's at 260 Summit Avenue in St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Summit Avenue
The front side of Louis Hill's one-time house was viewed from Summit Avenue in St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Summit Avenue
A variety of homes had been constructed on Summit Avenue in St. Paul in the 1890's, some seen 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Summit Avenue
The Germanic American Institute was located at 301 Summit Avenue in St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Summit Avenue
Another classic home from the 1890's was located at 295 Summit Avenue in St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Summit Avenue
The styles varied along the street, but the attractiveness did not, such as 285 Summit on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Summit Avenue
271 Summit offered almost a Queen Anne style along the avenue on 12-September-2008 in St. Paul, Minnesota.

St. Paul - Summit Avenue
Ivy grew all over this brick home at 312 Summit Avenue in St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Summit Avenue
Built in 1891, 365 Summit was amongst the earliest buildings to go up along Summit Avenue, seen 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Campaign Signs
Al Franken's Senate campaign signs were the most common along Summit Avenue, including this one seen 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Campaign Signs
A full slate of campaign signs for Democrats was observed on Summit Avenue in St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Summit Avenue
The Smith Avenue Bridge over the Mississippi River was viewed from Summit Avenue in St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Summit Avenue
The New York Life Eagle, an 1890 sculpture by Augustus Saint Gaudens, was in a park along Summit on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Summit Avenue
Continuing the tour of homes, this one at 490 Summit had been built in 1886 and was photographed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Summit Avenue
The Summit Avenue Clubhouse had been built in 1913 and was still in operation on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Summit Avenue
This fountain was found in a park along Summit Avenue in St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Summit Avenue
Note the accommodation for canine residents of the neighborhood seen on Summit Avenue in St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Skyline
The skyline of downtown St. Paul, Minnesota was viewed from outside the Cathedral of St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Skyline
A closer look at the high rises of downtown St. Paul, Minnesota was taken near the Cathedral on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Skyline
This view downtown looked all the way to the Xcel Energy Center in St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
Minnesota's state capitol rose above its surroundings as seen from the Cathedral of St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - St. Paul College
St. Paul College was located north of the Cathedral of St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Cathedral
The Cathedral of St. Paul was viewed near the Minnesota History Center in St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Monument
This monument to Josias R. King, a 1st Infantry volunteer in the Civil War, was erected in 1903, seen 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - John Ireland Boulevard
It was hard to tell, but Interstate 94 went underneath John Ireland Boulevard here on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Skyline
St. Paul's skyline rose above Interstate 94 as viewed from John Ireland Boulevard on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - History Center
Flowers surrounded the sign in front of the Minnesota History Center off John Ireland Boulevard on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - History Center
The Minnesota Historical Society ran the Minnesota History Center located on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Spiral for Justice
This installed entitled Spiral for Justice honored Roy Wilkins of the NAACP, photographed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Monument to the Living
This sculpture called Monument to the Living [Veterans] was done in 1982 by Rodger M. Brodin, seen on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Judicial Center
The Judicial Center sat to the east of the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - State Office Building
The Minnesota State Office Building sat to the west of the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
The Veterans Memorial provided a foreground to the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
The Minnesota State Capitol, whose construction started in 1896, was viewed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
A closer look at the Minnesota State Capitol, constructed of Georgia Marble and St. Cloud Granite, on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
The Minnesota State Capitol had been opened to the public in 1905 and was viewed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
The dome of the Minnesota State Capitol was topped with a copper ball covered with gold leaf, seen on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
The sculpture usually called the Quadriga was formally called "The Progress of the State" seen on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Cathedral
The Cathedral of St. Paul was viewed from the steps of the Minnesota State Capitol building on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
Free from invasive security, a first-floor hallway in the Minnesota State Capitol was observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
The North Star, the symbol of Minnesota, was included in this artwork in the State Capitol on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
The ceilings in the Minnesota State Capitol were hand-painted with native grains and fruits on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
This panel demonstrated what the interior of the Capitol had looked like prior to restoration, seen 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
The portrait of John S. Pillsbury, the 8th governor of Minnesota from 1876 to 1882, seen 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
A portrait of Arne Carlson, the 37th governor of Minnesota serving from 1991 to 1999 was observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
A portrait of Jesse Ventura, the 38th governor of Minnesota from 1999 to 2003, was viewed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
A look to the east from the rotunda on the first floor of the Minnesota State Capitol was taken on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
From the third floor, a view to the West Corridor from the rotunda was taken on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
Looking down from the third floor, the North Star on the floor of the rotunda was viewed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
The North Star of the rotunda was translucent and directed light to a conference room below on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
The North Star symbol on the first floor of the rotunda was made of brass and glass as observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
A look up from the rotunda revealed a six-foot chandelier hanging from the dome on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
A look toward the west from the third floor of the rotunda looked toward the Senate on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
The West Corridor of the Minnesota State Capitol, leading to the entrance to the Senate, was seen on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
The Senate chamber for 37 members was viewed from its entrance in the Minnesota State Capitol on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
The House of Representatives was observed from the observation gallery in the Capitol on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
This 1938-era sculpture called "Minnesota, the Spirit of Government" was in the House chamber on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
This skylight passed light to the 134 members of the House of Representatives that work below, seen 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
The entrance to the Governor's Reception Room in the Minnesota State Capitol was observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
A fireplace was the centerpiece of the Governor's Reception Room in the Minnesota State Capitol on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
This hand-carved mahogany tabled designed by Cass Gilbert was in the Governor's Reception Room on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
This heat register in the Governor's Reception Room in the Minnesota State Capitol was observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
The drapes in the Governor's Reception Room were proudly Minnesotan as seen on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
The chandelier provided lighting for the Governor's Reception Room in the State Capitol on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
This staircase led toward the observation deck of the Minnesota State Capitol building on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
This unusually-shaped door was found along the staircase to the observation deck of the Capitol on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Cathedral
The Cathedral of St. Paul was observed from the observation deck of the Minnesota State Capitol on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
The roof of the West Corridor of the Minnesota State Capitol was seen from the observation deck on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol View
The view to the west of the Minnesota State Capitol was viewed from the observation deck on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol View
The skyline of Minneapolis was viewed from the observation deck of the State Capitol in St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol View
The Christ Lutheran Church on Capitol Hill was viewed from the Minnesota State Capitol on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol View
An accident at University and Park was observed from the Minnesota State Capitol on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol View
Just one minute later, a police car had arrived on the scene as viewed from the Capitol on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol View
The view to the northeast was observed from the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
The Quadriga was viewed from its side on the observation deck of the Minnesota State Capitol on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
Daniel Chester French and Edward Potter created the Quadriga, viewed on the Capitol on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol View
The Quadriga looked down on Cedar Street in St. Paul, Minnesota as observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol View
A view back toward the Veteran's Memorial was obtained from the observation deck of the Capitol on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol View
A view toward the Mississippi River was taken from the observation deck of the Capitol on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol View
The Smith Avenue Bridge was viewed from the Minnesota State Capitol on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Capitol
A classic convertible cruised past the Minnesota State Capitol in St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Suffrage Park
The Minnesota State Capitol formed the background of Suffrage Park in St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Suffrage Park
The Women's Suffrage Monument formed the backbone of Suffrage Park in St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Armory
The Armory on Cedar Street in St. Paul, Minnesota was observed on the afternoon of 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - History Theater
History Theater, which focuses on the American Experience, was observed in St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Church of Saint Louis
The Church of Saint Louis, King of France, was completed in 1909 and observed in downtown St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Central Presbyterian Church
The 1889-era Central Presbyterian Church was observed in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Central Presbyterian Church
The cornerstone of the Central Presbyterian Church was observed in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Minnesota Public Radio
The Minnesota Public Radio and American Public Media building in downtown St. Paul was seen on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Minnesota Public Radio
Another view of Minnesota Public Radio and American Public Media in St. Paul was observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - 8th Street East
A view of 8th Street East in St. Paul, Minnesota and its historical decor was seen on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Sibley Park
The First Baptist Church stood in the distance in this view of Sibley Park in St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Sibley Park
St. Mary's Church rose behind Sibley Park in northern downtown St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - 7th Street East
A gritty portion of St. Paul was viewed along 7th Street East on the afternoon of 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Farmer's Market
The Farmer's Market site was located at 5th and Wall in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Farmer's Market
This sculpture stood next to the Farmer's Market on Broadway in St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Door
An interesting spelling error was found on this door along Kellogg Boulevard in St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Great Northern Lofts
The railroad history of St. Paul was reflected in this Great Northern Lofts sign on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Books for Africa
This mural was located on the side of the Books for Africa facility at 4th and Wacouta in St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Union Depot
No longer a railroad station, St. Paul's Union Depot was observed from 4th Street East on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Union Depot
The neoclassical architecture of the 1924-era Union Depot in St. Paul was observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Lowtown Sign
This sign near Union Depot in St. Paul described the history of Lowtown on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Kellogg and Jackson
The bridge of Union Depot over Kellogg Boulevard could be seen from Kellogg and Jackson on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Mississippi River
A view downriver on the Mississippi River was obtained from the park along Kellogg Boulevard on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Mississippi River
Barges lined the Mississippi, not far from the end of the navigable portion of the river on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Raspberry Island
Raspberry Island, in the middle of the Mississippi River, was observed from Kellogg Park on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Robert Street Bridge
The 1927-era Robert Street Bridge and the former Chicago Great Western Railroad Bridge were seen on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Raspberry Island
Barges moved down the Mississippi River past Raspberry Island in St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Robert Street Bridge
The barges moved underneath the Union Pacific and Robert Street Bridges on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - First National Bank
The First National Bank Building had been completed in 1931 and was observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - First National Bank
The First National Bank Building was the tallest in St. Paul, Minnesota until 1986 and was seen on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Kellogg Park
This fountain was found in the middle of Kellogg Park overlooking the Mississippi River on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Mississippi River
The Mississippi River and the Robert Street Bridge were viewed from the Wabasha Street Bridge on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Mississippi River
The skyline of St. Paul rose above the Mississippi River beyond Raspberry Island on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Harriet Island Park
Harriet Island Park in St. Paul, Minnesota was viewed from Kellogg Park on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Mississippi River
A view up the Mississippi River was taken from Wabasha Street in St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Adams Avenue Bridge
The Adams Avenue Bridge was viewed from Wabasha Street in St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - City Hall and Court House
St. Paul's City Hall and Court House building lined Kellogg Boulevard near the Mississippi River on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Hill Reference Library
James J. Hill created this private business Reference Library in the city of St. Paul, seen on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - The Saint Paul
The Saint Paul was an attractive residence building at 5th and Market in downtown St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Landmark Center
The Landmark Center rose above Rice Park in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Rice Park
This Peanuts Sculpture was located in Rice Park in downtown St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Rice Park
The grave of Eva Jones, 1853-1914, of the Minnesota Womans Christian Temperance Union, was seen on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - 5th Street and 7th Street West
This small public garden was located at the junction of 5th Street and 7th Street West in St. Paul on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Roy Wilkins Auditorium
The 1932-era Roy Wilkins Auditorium, re-named for the civil rights activist in 1985, was observed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - St. Joseph's
St. Joseph's rose above Seventh Street Northwest in St. Paul, Minnesota on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Xcel Energy Center
The Xcel Energy Center had recently hosted the Republican National Convention when photographed on 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Xcel Energy Center
The Xcel Energy Center was also home to the NHL's Minnesota Wild hockey team, seen 12-September-2008.

St. Paul - Xcel Energy Center
A sign from the Republican National Convention was removed as I watched on 12-September-2008.

Steam Train - Minnesota Logo
The Minnesota Sesquicentennial Logo for 150 years of statehood decorated the steam special on 14-September-2008.

Steam Train - St. Paul
The Steam Special came into sight at the Division Street signal bridge in St. Paul, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - St. Paul
The Steam Special passed a westbound Canadian Pacific freight train at St. Paul, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - St. Paul
Low clouds obscured the St. Paul skyline in the background as the Steam Special departed on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - St. Paul
1944-era former Milwaukee Road #261 led the steam special through St. Paul, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Hastings
The Steam Special started across the Mississippi River at Hastings, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Hastings
The Steam Special crossed the former Milwaukee Road bridge at Hastings, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Hastings
The Milwaukee Road logo on the bridge at Hastings matched the logos on the locomotive and tender on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Hastings
The passenger cars of the Steam Special stretched out over the Mississippi River at Hastings on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Hastings
The former Milwaukee Road Super Dome and Skytop observation car crossed the bridge at Hastings on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Homer
The Steam Special came back into sight along the Mississippi River east of Homer, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Homer
Former Milwaukee Road class S-3 4-8-4 #261 led the Steam Special east of Homer, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Homer
The Skytop Lounge "Cedar Rapids" brought up the rear of the Steam Special east of Homer, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - La Crescent
The volunteer crew serviced former Milwaukee Road #261 at its destination of La Crescent, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - River Junction
The Steam Special started its westbound return from La Crescent near River Junction, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - River Junction
The Skytop Lounge disappeared into the distance as the Steam Special left River Junction, Minneapolis on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Homer
The Steam Special ran along the Mississippi River at the siding in Homer, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Homer
Railfans enjoyed their ride in the open car as the Steam Special passed through Homer, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Homer
The Steam Special looked more like a Lionel toy train as rounded a curve at Homer, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Homer
The red markers shone brightly in the rain as the Steam Special ran through Homer, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Winona
The Steam Special again stopped for routine servicing amongst the crowds in Winona, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Lock and Dam #5
The Steam Special came back into sight along the Mississippi River near Lock and Dam #5 on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Lock and Dam #5
The Steam Special ran along the Mississippi west of Winona, Minnesota and Lock and Dam #5 on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Lock and Dam #5
Much of the consist of the Steam Train was in sight as the train continued west of Winona, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Weaver
Milwaukee Road #261 led the Steam Special around a curve east of Weaver, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Weaver
The Steam Special crossed the Whitewater River east of Weaver, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Wabasha
The Steam Special rounded a curve west of Wabasha, Minnesota at Dutchman Coulee on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Wabasha
Former Milwaukee Road #261 led the Steam Special along the Mississippi River at Dutchman Coulee on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Wabasha
The smoke from Milwaukee Road #261 blended into the cloudy skies west of Wabasha, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Wabasha
Former Milwaukee Road #261 reflected in Dutchman Coulee west of Wabasha, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Wabasha
The Milwaukee Road colors of orange and maroon reflected in Dutchman Coulee west of Wabasha on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Wabasha
The Skytop Lounge "Cedar Rapids" reflected in Dutchman Coulee west of Wabasha, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Minneapolis
Diesel? What Diesel? The Steam Special approached its destination in Minneapolis, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Minneapolis
The Steam Special completed its day, arriving at Minneapolis Junction, Minnesota on 13-September-2008.

Steam Train - Minneapolis
The cab of former Milwaukee Road #261 was available for tours before departure from Minneapolis on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Newport
Houses lined the track east of Newport, Minnesota as viewed from the Steam Special on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - St. Croix
The BNSF mainlines diverged from the Canadian Pacific tracks at St. Croix, Minnesota on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Swamp
The Canadian Pacific tracks ran along a swamp near St. Croix, Minnesota on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
A view downriver was obtained as the Steam Special crossed the Mississippi River at Hastings on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
Another look at the Mississippi River was obtained from the Hastings, Minnesota bridge on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Vermilion
The scenery turned into farming fields near Vermilion, Minnesota as seen from the train on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Swamp
The scenery again turned swamp-like near Blackbird, Minnesota as viewed from the Steam Special on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Treasure Island Casino
The Treasure Island Casino was visible off in the distance near Welch, Minnesota on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Red Wing
The Mississippi River waterfront was viewed from the train at Red Wing, Minnesota on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Red Wing
The highway 63 bridge over the Mississippi River at Red Wing, Minnesota was viewed on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Cliffs
Cliffs rose above the Mississippi River near Frontenac, Minnesota as viewed from the train on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Cliffs
Another look at the cliffs running along the Mississippi River near Frontenac, Minnesota on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
A closer look at a bluff near Frontenac, Minnesota was obtained from the Steam Special on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Frontenac
The town hall in Frontenac, Minnesota looked out at road construction on US 61 on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Lake Pepin
The Mississippi River, or more properly Lake Pepin, came into sight east of Lake City, Minnesota on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Lake Pepin
A look upriver through the natural Lake Pepin was obtained near the siding of Lakeview, Minnesota on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Lake Pepin
A view across Lake Pepin toward Wisconsin was taken near Lakeview, Minnesota on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Lake Pepin
Lake Pepin formed behind the Chippewa River delta on the Mississippi River and was seen on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Lake Pepin
The Lake Pepin section of the Mississippi River was viewed near Wabasha, Minnesota on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
Beaches on an island were viewed across the shipping channel of the Mississippi River near Wabasha on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Wabasha
The Riverview Cemetary in Wabasha, Minnesota was viewed from the passing Steam Special on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
The Mississippi River had narrowed only slightly as the train approached Winona, Minnesota on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Winona
The old Milwaukee Road depot in Winona, Minnesota was viewed during our station stop on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Winona
The reason for the stop in Winona was for this crew to attend to a medical emergency on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
An island was noted in the middle of the Mississippi River near Weaver, Minnesota on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
Hills rose around a stagnant portion of the Mississippi River near Homer, Minnesota on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Donehower
This field sat next to the Mississippi River in Donehower, Minnesota as viewed from the train on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
The steam train started across the Mississippi River near La Crescent, Minnesota on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
A look upriver on the main channel of the Mississippi River was obtained from the steam train on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
A look back toward the Minnesota shore was taken while crossing the Mississippi River on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
The East Channel of the Mississippi River came into sight approaching La Crosse, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
The East Channel of the Mississippi River was viewed from the old Milwaukee Road railroad bridge on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
These wetlands were in the middle of the Mississippi River as viewed from the train on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
The wetlands cleared into another open channel of the Mississippi River approaching La Crosse on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Black River
The former Black River was really a channel of the Mississippi River just below La Crosse, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Black River
A pair of fishermen tried their luck in the Black River near La Crosse, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Steam Train - La Crosse
Former Milwaukee Road 4-8-4 #261 rested in La Crosse, Wisconsin after a trip from Minneapolis on 14-September-2008.

Steam Train - La Crosse
The crew service former Milwaukee Road #261 in La Crosse, Wisconsin, the apex of the "circle trip" on 14-September-2008.

Steam Train - La Crosse
Milwaukee Road class S-3 4-8-4 was serviced in La Crosse, Wisconsin at lunchtime on 14-September-2008.

Steam Train - La Crosse
The crew continued greasing the left side of Milwaukee #261 during the stop in La Crosse, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Steam Train - La Crosse
A fire hydrant was used to provide water to the steam locomotive's tender in La Crosse, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Steam Train - La Crosse
Hoses from the hydrant went to the tender and the auxiliary tender in La Crosse, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Steam Train - La Crosse
Former Milwaukee Road class S-3 4-8-4 #261 posed almost perfectly in La Crosse, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Steam Train - La Crosse
A group of photographers just couldn't get enough of Milwaukee Road #261 in La Crosse, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Steam Train - La Crosse
The whistle on Milwaukee Road #261 sat dormant atop the boiler in La Crosse, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Steam Train - La Crosse
The whistle demonstrated that it was steam powered as the train sat in La Crosse, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - La Crosse
The 1927-era Milwaukee Road station in La Crosse, Wisconsin, still used by Amtrak, was busy on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - La Crosse
Coach passengers from the train ate lunch at the La Crosse, Wisconsin station on 14-September-2008.

Steam Train - La Crosse
The Skytop Lounge sat beneath the US 53 bridge in La Crosse, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Steam Train - La Crosse
The "Cedar Rapids" Skytop Lounge displayed its unique lines in La Crosse, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Steam Train - La Crosse
The former Milwaukee Road #261 rounded the connecting track from the CP to the BNSF in La Crosse on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Sullivan
Farming fields lined the BNSF tracks near Sullivan, Wisconsin as viewed from the train on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Sullivan
The Mississippi River came back into sight near Sullivan, Wisconsin as viewed from the tracks on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Sullivan
Wetlands lined the Mississippi River west of Sullivan, Wisconsin as viewed from the steam train on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Trempealeau
More fields lined the tracks near Trempealeau, Wisconsin as seen from the window of a steam train on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Trempealeau
This marina served boats in the Mississippi River near Trempealeau, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Lock and Dam #6
Lock and Dam #6 helped make the Mississippi River navigable next to Trempeleau, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
The Minnesota shore of the Mississippi River was noted downriver of East Winona, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
A hill rose above the Mississippi River on the Minnesota side as viewed near East Winona, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Lock and Dam #5A
Lock and Dam #5A protected the Mississippi River downriver of Fountain City, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Lock and Dam #5A
The upriver side of Lock and Dam #5A on the Mississippi River was noted from the train on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
This beach near Fountain City, Wisconsin wasn't particularly secluded thanks to the railroad tracks on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
A navigable channel of the Mississippi River was observed near Fountain City, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Fountain City
The US Army Corps of Engineers maintained this facility at Fountain City, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Fountain City
The William A. Thompson was an Army Corps of Engineers ship moored at Fountain City, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Cochrane
More farming fields lined the tracks as the train approached Cochrane, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Cochrane
This farm sat in view of the former Chicago Burlington and Quincy tracks near Cochrane, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Dairyland Power Plant
The Dairyland Power Plant, powered by Powder River Basin coal, stood in Alma, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Dairyland Power Plant
Another view of the coal-fired Dairyland Power Plant in Alma, Wisconsin was viewed from the train on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
The tracks again gained the shore of the Mississippi River near Alma, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Lock and Dam #4
The train approached Lock and Dam #4 near Alma, Wisconsin as it continued upriver on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
The sky was very unsettled above the Mississippi River upriver from Alma, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Fishermen
These fishermen were out for an afternoon adventure up the Mississippi River from Alma, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
Wetlands lined the Mississippi River along the BNSF railroad tracks upriver from Alma, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Mississippi River
The Mississippi River widened considerably approaching Nelson, Wisconsin as viewed from the train on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Lake Pepin
The Mississippi River widened to Lake Pepin as viewed near Pepin, Wisconsin from the train on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Lake Pepin
The narrowing of the Mississippi River above Lake Pepin could be viewed near Maiden Rock on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Lake Pepin
A last look at Lake Pepin was taken during a light shower near Bay City, Wisconsin on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - St. Croix River
The train re-entered the state of Minnesota by crossing the St. Croix River on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Lock and Dam #3
The train passed Lock and Dam #3 on the Mississippi River near St. Croix, Minnesota on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Jackson Street Museum
The Minnesota Transportation Museum, once a Great Northern roundhouse, was viewed in St. Paul on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - Jackson Street Museum
The actual Jackson Street Roundhouse building, now part of the museum, was viewed in St. Paul on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - TCF Bank Stadium
Steam from the locomotive obscured the TCF Bank Stadium on the University of Minnesota campus on 14-September-2008.

Scenery - TCF Bank Stadium
A clearer view of the construction of TCF Bank Stadium, scheduled for completion in 2009, was taken on 14-September-2008.

Steam Train - Minneapolis
Former Milwaukee Road #261 prepared to pull away from its train at Minneapolis Junction, Minnesota on 14-September-2008.

Steam Train - Minneapolis
"The perfect ending to the perfect train." The Skytop lounge sat at Minneapolis Junction on 14-September-2008.

St. Paul - Midway Station
Amtrak actually served this station, located in western St. Paul at a location called Midway on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Prospect Hill Tower
1913-era Prospect Hill Tower, which had it's "witches' hat" added in 1952 was viewed on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Prospect Hill Tower
A look up at Prospect Hill Tower, designed by Frederick William Cappelen, was obtained in Minneapolis on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Prospect Hill Tower
Downtown Minneapolis, Minnesota could be viewed from Prospect Hill Tower, as noted on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Prospect Hill Tower
A closer look at the skyline of Minneapolis, Minnesota was obtained from Prospect Hill Tower on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - TCF Bank Stadium
Another view of TCF Bank Stadium in Minneapolis was obtained from Prospect Hill Tower on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Northtown Yard
The Minneapolis skyline loomed in the distance beyond BNSF's Northtown Yard, technically in Fridley on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Northtown Yard
The BNSF Railway's Northtown Hump provided the foreground for this view toward Minneapolis, Minnesota on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Minnehaha Falls Park
A visit was paid to Minnehaha Falls Park in southwestern Minneapolis, Minnesota on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Minnehaha Falls Park
Minnehaha Falls was viewed from across the ravine in its park in Minneapolis, Minnesota on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Minnehaha Falls Park
Another view of the 53-foot drop of Minnehaha Falls was obtained in Minnehaha Falls Park on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Minnehaha Falls Park
Minnehaha Falls was viewed from alongside Minnehaha Creek inside its park on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Minnehaha Falls Park
A closer view of Minnehaha Falls, which literally translates as "Waterfall Falls," was taken on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Minnehaha Falls Park
This sculpture sat along Minnehaha Creek just above Minnehaha Falls in Minneapolis on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Minnehaha Falls Park
This attractive walkway ran through a portion of Minnehaha Falls Park in Minneapolis on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Minnehaha Falls Park
The old Minnehaha railroad station had been relocated to Minnehaha Falls Park as seen on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Minnehaha Falls Park
This plaque explained the history of the Minnehaha Depot in Minnehaha Falls Park on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Minnehaha Falls Park
This statue of John H. Stevens, the first ferryman at St. Anthony Falls, was in Minnehaha Falls Park on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Minnehaha Falls Park
John H. Stevens' 1850-era house from St. Anthony Falls had been moved to the park in 1896, seen 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Minnehaha Falls Park
A lonely performer practiced at the stage in Minnehaha Falls Park in Minneapolis, Minnesota on 15-September-2008.

Minneapolis - Minnehaha Falls Park
This fountain served as a centerpiece at Minnehaha Falls Park in Minneapolis, Minnesota on 15-September-2008.
Autumn in Ontario, 2008

Milton - Downtown Sign
60 kilometers northwest of Toronto, Milton, Ontario marked its downtown with these signs on 1-September-2008.

Milton - Main Street
Milton's Main Street maintained its historic character as viewed on 1-September-2008.

Milton - City Hall
Milton's City Hall was originally constructed in 1855 as the Halton County Courthouse, pictured 1-September-2008.

Milton - Veterans' Memorial
The Veterans' Memorial in Milton, Ontario was located just outside City Hall on 1-September-2008.

Milton - Waldies Blacksmith Shop
The 1865-era Waldies Blacksmith Shop was the home of Milton's Historical Society on 1-September-2008.

Milton - George Brown House
This 1830-era house on James Street in Milton was that of first mayor Squire George Brown, seen on 1-September-2008.

Milton - George Syer House
This 1936-era house for doctor George Syer had been built on the 1873 Panton Homestead Site, observed 1-September-2008.

Milton - Violet May Cottage
The Violet May Cottage on Milton's historic James Street was photographed on 1-September-2008.

Milton - Mathew Clements House
This Milton home had been that of Mathew Clements, the sheriff from 1888 to 1915, seen on 1-September-2008.

Milton - Wesleyan Methodist Parsonage
This 1861-era building on Milton's James Stretet served as the Wesleyan Methodist Parsonage, seen on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Sawyer Massey
A line of operable Sawyer Massey steam tractors stood at Milton's Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Sawyer Massey
A late-model Sawyer Massey steam tractor shone in the sun at Milton's Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Sawyer Massey
A blue-painted Sawyer Massey tractor steamed quietly at the Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Sawyer Massey
Steam engines need water, and this Sawyer Massey was being filled up in Milton on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Nicols Sheppard
A Nicols Sheppard steam tractor rested for the afternoon at Milton's Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Sawyer Massey
A wood-fired Sawyer Massey tractor was running around the Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Rides
A steam tractor didn't have to be large to provide rides, as noted in Milton on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Minneapolis
A Minneapolis Farm Motor, built in 1917, was on display at Milton's Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Minneapolis
The Builders Plate from the Minneapolis Farm Motor was observed at Milton's Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Rumely Oil Pulls
A pair of Rumely Oil Pulls showed the diversity of that company's one-time product line in Milton on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Rumely Oil Pull
An early Rumely Oil Pull, pre-dating World War I, was at Milton's Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Rumely Oil Pull
A later, 1923-era Rumely Oil Pull tractor was noted at Milton's Steam Era festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Waterloo Boy
A 1922 Waterloo Boy tractor sat on its own at the Steam Era Festival in Milton, Ontario on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Eagle
This Eagle 22-45 tractor, serial #1790, was built in Appleton, Wisconsin in 1922 and seen in Milton on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Eagle
This Eagle tractor was threshing at the Steam Era Festival in Milton, Ontario on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Sawmill
One of the sawmill operations was being run by a Sawyer Massey tractor on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Threshing
The threshing capability of the old tractors was often put to use at Milton's Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Sawmill
Another sawmill was being run by a steam-powered tractor at Milton's Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Huber
This 1918-era Huber Light Four, serial #3505, was at Milton's Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - International Harvester
An International Harvester Titan 10-20 model tractor was at Milton's Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Hume
A 1917-era Hume tractor was on display at Milton's Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Moline Universal
A 1916-era Moline Universal was on display at the Milton, Ontario Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Heider
A Heider Model C, built in 1917, was on display at Milton's Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Tractors
This line of tractors included a Minneapolis and some John Deeres at the Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Diesel Tractors
It may have been the "Steam Era" Festival, but there were many classic diesel tractors in Milton on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Tractors
One of the long lines of tractors at Milton's Steam Era Festival was observed on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Red Farmall
A red Farmall tractor, one of the diesels that spelled the end of steam, was in Milton on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - John Deeres
Two classic John Deere tractors were lined up at Milton's Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Cletrac
A Model W Clectrac crawler tractor, built in 1920, was on display at Milton's Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Live Steam
The Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers were giving rides at the Steam Era Festival in Milton, Ontario on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Live Steam
The "Lesley" live steam locomotive rounded a curve during Milton's Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Live Steam
The Live Steam train, running on 7 1/4" gauge track, rounded a curve at the Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Live Steam
The Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers train arrived back at its station in Milton on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Water Tractor
This historic tractor had the task of keeping the dust from getting out of control on 1-September-2008.

Milton Steam Era - Mobile Thresher
A mobile thresher prepared to participate in the parade at Milton's Steam Era Festival on 1-September-2008.

Huntsville - Town Hall
Flowers surrounded a lamppost in front of Huntsville, Ontario's Town Hall on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Town Hall
The 1926-era Town Hall in Huntsville, Ontario still served its original civic purpose on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Town Hall
The original 1926 appearance of Huntsville's Town Hall had largely been maintained at its front door on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - History Plaque
This historical plaque in front of Huntsville's Town Hall explained town history back to the 1860's on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Town Hall
The clock of Huntsville's Town Hall had once been at Toronto's original Union Station, seen 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Tom Thomson Sculpture
This sculpture outside Huntsville's Town Hall depicted Tom Thomson, who lived from 1877 to 1917, on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Tom Thomson Sculpture
The sculpture of artist Tom Thomson had been completed in 2005 by Brenda Wainman Coulet, observed on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Town Hall
Another view of Huntsville's Town Hall and its former railroad clock was taken on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Civic Centre
The Civic Centre was a $5.5 million addition to the Town Hall completed in 2005 and photographed on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Civic Centre
The back side of Huntsville, Ontario's 2005-era Civic Centre was captured on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Main Street
Main Street in Huntsville, Ontario maintained a historic flavor when observed on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Main Street
A wider view of Main Street in Huntsville, Ontario was taken on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Outdoor Gallery
"Snow II 1915" by Gerry Lantaigne was a 2006 work in Huntsville's Outdoor Gallery on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Park
A beach park of sorts was located along the Muskoka River near Huntsville's town center on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Railroad Station
Huntsville, Ontario's railroad station was still served by the Ontario Northland's "Northlander" on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Station
The order board at Huntsville, Ontario's 1924-era Canadian National station was observed on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Station
The Huntsville Train Station Society had made substantial progress in restoring the station as seen on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Station
The scale had been moved out of the freight house and into the Huntsville, Ontario station on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Station
Note the outline of the former station office inside the Hunstville, Ontario station on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Freight Shed
The Huntsville Train Station Society was also restoring the adjacent freight shed observed on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Freight Shed
A rear view of the freight shed, whose doors were being worked by volunteers on this very day, 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Freight Shed
The freight shed contained 320 window panes, of which only six had been found broken, seen on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Freight Shed
The Muskoka River flowed in the background as viewed behind the freight shed in Huntsville, Ontario on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Muskoka River
Passengers to Huntsville often transferred to boats in the Muskoka River, as viewed from the platform on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Muskoka River
The remains of the dock once used for passenger vessels were barely visible in Huntsville on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Lookout View
The view from the Lions' Lookout in Huntsville toward the northwest included much of the town on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Lookout View
A wider view toward the northwest from the Lions' Lookout in Huntsville featured the Muskoka River on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Lookout View
The docks along the Muskoka River in Huntsville, Ontario were seen from the Lions' Lookout on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Lookout View
The view to the north from the Lions' Lookout showed residences beyond the Muskoka River on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Lookout View
To the east from the Lions' Lookout in Huntsville, Fairy Lake was in view on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Lookout View
Fairy Lake had once been plied by Huntsville and Lake of Bays ships, observed from Lions' Lookout on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Lookout View
Antler Island, in the middle of Fairy Lake, was observed from the Lions' Lookout in Huntsville, Ontario on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Dragonfly
A dragonfly was sitting on a leaf near the Lions' Lookout in Huntsville, Ontario on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville - Flies
Flies enjoyed the flowering plants around Huntsville, Ontario on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Station
The Huntsville & Lake of Bays Railway diesel-powered train sat outside the Huntsville station on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Station
Inside the Huntsville Village station was a beautifully-restored office on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Velocipede
A velocipede was amongst the outdoor displays at the Huntsville Village station on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Handcar
A handcar and speeder were also on display outside the Huntsville Village station on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
The diesel-powered Huntsville and Lake of Bays train prepared to depart on an hourly run on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Scenery
A look up the Muskoka River toward the town of Huntsville was obtained east of the village station on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
The diesel train was observed departing Huntsville from the Lions' Lookout on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Scenery
Another view along the Muskoka River was taken looking toward Fairy Lake near the right-of-way on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Scenery
Some of the docks along the Muskoka River were observed near the railway right-of-way on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
The diesel-powered excursion train passed the cut near kilometer post 0.3 on an hourly run on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
The diesel-powered train descended the grade from Huntsville on a regularly-scheduled run on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Scenery
A boat headed out into Fairy Lake from the Muskoka River as viewed from the tracks on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Scenery
A boat entered the no-wake zone of the Muskoka River from Fairy Lake as seen from the train on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Scenery
Fairy Lake opened up to the east as viewed from the Huntsville and Lake of Bays train on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Scenery
Antler Island in the middle of Fairy Lake was observed from the train approaching its terminus on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
The diesel-powered train was seen at the Fairy Lake station just after its arrival on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Turntable
This custom-made turntable sat at the end of the line beyond the Fairy Lake station on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - End of the Line
The end of the mainline for the Huntsville and Lake of Bays Railways was at this bumper post on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
The diesel locomotive ran through the siding around the Huntsville and Lake of Bays train on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
Diesel locomotive #3, a 1948-era 25-ton GE product, ran around its train at Fairy Lake on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
The run-around complete, the train re-loaded and prepared to depart for Fairy Lake on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
Antler Island lurked in the background as the diesel train departed Fairy Lake on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
Huntsville and Lake of Bays Railway diesel #3 led the excursion train out of Fairy Lake on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
The two axles of the GE 25-ton diesel #3 transmitted the traction as the train left Fairy Lake on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Scenery
A boat headed up the Muskoka River at about the same speed as the train on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
The diesel train descended to the lowest point on the line between Fairy Lake and Huntsville Village on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
The Huntsville and Lake of Bays diesel train approached the bottom of the grade on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
The diesel-powered train climbed along the Muskoka River and back toward Huntsville Village on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
Note the interesting coupler arrangement between GE diesel #3 and the coaches on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Scenery
Meanwhile, across the Muskoka River, a wedding was taking place on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
The diesel train reached the top of the grade on its return to Huntsville Village on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
The diesel-powered train had returned to Huntsville Village and unloaded passengers on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
25-ton GE diesel #3 started through the runaround track at Huntsville Village on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Diesel
During its run-around move, the diesel crossed Park Drive at Huntsville Village on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
Meanwhile, steam locomotive #2 built up pressure in the early afternoon of 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
Diesel #3 was parked on the middle track as steam locomotive #2 built boiler pressure on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
Railfan Day organizers John Vincent and Russ Milland posed with locomotive #2 at Huntsville Village on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The cab of steam locomotive #2, a 1926 Montreal Locomotive Works product, was seen on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
Huntsville and Lake of Bays 0-4-0ST #2 prepared to move for the first time on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
Saddle tank locomotive #2 moved forward to tie on to the Huntsville and Lake of Bays train on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
Steam locomotive #2 crossed Park Drive enroute to the passenger train on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
Locomotive #2 coupled to the two coaches at Huntsville Village, Ontario on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The watering process of the steam locomotive started at Huntsville Village before the first departure on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The steam train was observed leaving Huntsville Village from Lions' Lookout on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The steam train descended downgrade out of Huntsville Village along the Muskoka River on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The steam locomotive approached the bottom of the grade with its two car train on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The Huntsville and Lake of Bays steam train started upgrade back toward Fairy Lake on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
0-4-0ST #2 rested at the Fairy Lake platform after running from Huntsville Village on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The crew started turning steam locomotive #2 on the turntable at Fairy Lake on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The locomotive rode the turntable at Fairy Lake to be oriented for the return to Huntsville Village on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
It took two people to turn the locomotive on the turntable at Fairy Lake, Ontario on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
Steam locomotive #2 had been turned and prepared to run around the train at Fairy Lake on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
Steam locomotive #2 put up a nice plume of smoke as it ran around its train at Fairy Lake on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The 0-4-0ST pulled past the switch after running around its train at Fairy Lake, Ontario on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The locomotive had returned to the train and it was time for an "All Aboard!" at Fairy Lake on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The steam train departed Fairy Lake with Antler Island in the background on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
Engineer Michael Guy waved as the Huntsville and Lake of Bays train departed Fairy Lake on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The steam train descended out of Fairy Lake toward the bottom of the grade on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The coach "Iroquois", an original Huntsville and Lake of Bays car, rode the rear of the train on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The steam train started back uphill past a rock cut along the Muskoka River on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The Huntsville and Lake of Bays train worked uphill toward Huntsville Village on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
After backing, the Huntsville and Lake of Bays train prepared for a photo run-by on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The steam train drifted to the bottom of the grade on the Huntsville and Lake of Bays Railway on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
Saddle tank locomotive #2 blew off some steam at the bottom of the grade on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The Huntsville and Lake of Bays train worked uphill toward Huntsville Village on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
Running along the Muskoka River, the Huntsville and Lake of Bays train worked uphill on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The Huntsville and Lake of Bays train had almost returned to Huntsville Village on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The steam train crossed Park Drive for a final time returning to Huntsville Village on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The steam train sat at the Huntsville Village depot after completing its run to Fairy Lake on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
0-4-0ST #2 started its ride on the turntable at Huntsville Village, Ontario on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
The turntable at Huntsville Village required much less effort to operate on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
Saddle tank locomotive #2 had completed its ride on the turntable at Huntsville Village on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
Locomotive #2 moved forward from the turntable at Huntsville Village, Ontario on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
As the afternoon sun lowered, locomotive #2 sat outside the shops at Huntsville Village, Ontario on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Fleet
Steam locomotive #2, gas locomotive #4, and diesel #3 posed outside the shops at Huntsville Village on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Steam
Steam locomotive #2 backed into the shops at Huntsville Village to end Railfan Day on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Shops
Huntsville and Lake of Bays locomotive #1 sat in the shops behind #2 in Huntsville on 6-September-2008.

Huntsville & Lake of Bays - Shops
The registration of locomotive #2's boiler was displayed on the wall of the Huntsville shops on 6-September-2008.

Scenery - Toronto Yacht Club
The Toronto Yacht Club near Parkside was viewed from a passing GO train on 19-September-2008.

Scenery - Credit River
The Credit River was viewed from a passing GO train in Mississauga, Ontario on 19-September-2008.

Scenery - Bronte Creek
Bronte Creek in Oakville, Ontario was seen from a passing GO train enroute from Aldershot on 19-September-2008.

Scenery - Ancaster Bloody Assize
This sign paid tribute to the Bloody Assize trials that occurred in Ancaster, Ontario in 1814, seen 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - George Hamilton Sign
This sign paid tribute to George Hamilton, merchant and founder of Hamilton, Ontario, observed on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - War Memorial
This memorial to the World Wars was located in the central mall of Hamilton, Ontario on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - Mall Fountain
This mountain was located in the central mall of Hamilton, Ontario as observed on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - Queen Victoria Sculpture
This sculpture of Queen Victoria was noted in the central mall of Hamilton, Ontario on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - St. Paul's Church
This sign explained the history of St. Paul's Church in Hamilton, Ontario on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - St. Paul's Church
Opened in 1857, the Gothic revival style of St. Paul's Church in Hamilton, Ontario was seen on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - Bank of Montreal
The Bank of Montreal building in downtown Hamilton, Ontario was observed on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - Jackson Square
Jackson Square, at the corner of King and James Streets in Hamilton, Ontario was seen on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - City Centre Terrace
The City Centre Terrace above the Jackson Square buildings north of King Street in Hamilton was seen on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - Copps Coliseum
The Copps Coliseum in Hamilton, Ontario, home of the Bulldogs, was observed on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - City Centre Sign
This "City Centre" sign was noted on York Boulevard in downtown Hamilton, Ontario on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - Public Library
Hamilton's Public Library was noted along York Boulevard in the downtown area of the city on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - Farmer's Market
The interior of the Farmer's Market in Hamilton, Ontario was observed from its entrance on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - King William Street
A more typical view of Hamilton, Ontario was obtained on King William Street downtown on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - Philpott Memorial Church
The Philpott Memorial Church at 84 York Boulevard in Hamilton, Ontario was observed on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - School Board
The building of the Hamilton-Wentworth District School Board was observed on Main Street in Hamilton on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - Dutch Canadians Sculpture
This tributary sculpture to Dutch Canadians was noted outside the School Board building in Hamilton on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - City Hall
The City Hall in Hamilton, Ontario was observed along Main Street on the afternoon of 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - Canadian Football Hall of Fame
The Canadian Football Hall of Fame was located in downtown Hamilton, Ontario on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - Superior Court
The one-time Public Library building housed the Superior Court of Justice and Family Court on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - Franz Liszt Ave
Because of the local Hungarian community, MacNab Street was also Franz Liszt Ave as seen on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - MacNab Street
This transit terminal on MacNab Street in downtown Hamilton, Ontario was noted on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - Landed Banking and Trust Building
The Landed Banking and Trust Building had an interesting profile in downtown Hamilton, Ontario on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - John Sopinka Courthouse
The John Sopinka Courthouse in downtown Hamilton, Ontario was observed on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - McMaster Downtown Centre
McMaster University's Downtown Centre in Hamilton was not particularly near the main campus on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - United Empire Loyalists Sculpture
The United Empire Loyalists Sculpture was at the McMaster's Hamilton Downtown Centre on 19-September-2008.

Hamilton - GO Centre
The one-time Canadian Pacific station in Hamilton, Ontario was the GO Transit Centre on 19-September-2008.

Toronto - Revue Cinema
Toronto's 1911-era Revue Cinema was noted in operation on Roncesvalles Avenue on 4-October-2008.

Toronto - Revue Cinema
A TTC streetcar passed the Revue Cinema, re-opened in 2007, on Roncesvalles Avenue on 4-October-2008.

Swansea Historical Society - Peter Hamiwka
Peter Hamiwka, a member of the Swansea Historical Society, introduced a meeting in Toronto, Ontario on 1-October-2008.

Swansea Historical Society - Jason Crowtz
Jason Crowtz presented the history of the Revue Cinema to the Swansea Historical Society on 1-October-2008.

Swansea Historical Society - Crowtz and McLeod
Guest speaker Jason Crowtz and President Norm McLeod contemplated a question at the 1-October-2008 meeting in Toronto.

Swansea - Heritage Walk
A group of people gathered along Bloor Street for the Heritage Toronto walk through Swansea on 4-October-2008.

Toronto - Runnymede Library
The recently-renovated Runnymede Library was the first place of interest on the Heritage Toronto walk on 4-October-2008.

Toronto - Runnymede Library
A close-up of detailing around the doors of the Runnymede Library in Toronto, Ontario on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - 9 Harcroft
The 1912-era building at 9 Harcroft was originally the Spur Ski Clubhouse, seen on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Harcroft House
The participants of the Swansea Walk gathered around the Harcroft House at 15 Olympus on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Norm McLeod
Swansea historian Norm McLeod videotaped the Heritage Toronto walk through Swansea in Toronto on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Street Sign
The classic street sign at Olympus and Harcroft in Swansea was photographed on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - 10 Olympus
John Harvey designed this house at 10 Olympus Avenue in Swansea as well as most on the street, seen on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - 8 Olympus
Another house, this time at 8 Olympus Avenue, designed by John Harvey as observed on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - 8 Olympus
The garage at 8 Olympus Avenue was visible from the street but not from the house as seen on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - 6 Olympus
Another garage not visible from the house, at 6 Olympus Avenue in Swansea, was observed on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - 168 Ellis Park
An exceptionally green home was located at 168 Ellis Park Road in the Swansea neighborhood of Toronto on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Step Houses
So-called "step houses" that look like steps along Ellis Park Road, were noted in Swansea on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - 12 Wendigo Way
This home at 12 Wendigo Way was the home of Donald Lawrie, designed by John Harvey, and observed on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Wendigo Way
The Heritage Toronto walk gathered around a home on Wendigo Way in the Swansea neighborhood on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Wendigo Creek
Wendigo Creek marked the far eastern edge of the former village of Swansea in Toronto, Ontario on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - 14 Wendigo Way
A stone mason's home at 14 Wendigo Way in the Swansea neighborhood of Toronto, Ontario was noted on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - 16-18 Wendigo Way
These older homes at 16 and 18 Wendigo Way were towered over by a modern condominium building on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - 2 Wendigo Way
The former home of Takasuna Kara, curator of the ROM, was at 2 Wendigo Way in Swansea on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - High Park Entrance
A small playground marked an entrance to High Park along Ellis Park Road in the Swansea neighborhood on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Grenadier Pond
The upper reaches of Grenadier Pond was noted near Ellis Park Road in Toronto, Ontario on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - John Harvey's Pond
John Harvey's Pond was once at the junction of Ellis Park Road and Dacre Crescent in Swansea as seen on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Funicular
A funicular railway allowed residents to access this house off Swansea's Valleymede Road on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Original Driveway
The pathway to the right next to Valleymede Road was the original driveway to homes here, seen on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Valleymede Road
The participants in the Heritage Toronto walk through Swansea gathered at the end of Valleymede Road on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Valleymede Steps
These steps extended into central Swansea from the end of Valleymede Road as observed on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - 5-7 Deforest Road
John Ross Robertson, founder of the Evening Telegram, once lived at 5-7 Deforest Road in Swansea, seen 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Yellow Windmill Site
A yellow windmill once stood at this site along Kennedy Avenue in the village of Swansea observed on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - 8 Kennedy
The First School in Swansea, taught by Miss Minnie McCutcheon, was located at 8 Kennedy, still standing on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Rennie Houses
The "Rennie Houses" for workers were located at 8-18 Kennedy in the Swansea neighborhood of Toronto on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Morningside Avenue
The Heritage Toronto walk through Swansea turned off Kennedy Avenue onto Morningside Avenue on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - High Park Presbyterian Church
The 1916-era High Park Presbyterian Church was located on Morningside Avenue in Swansea on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - High Park Presbyterian Church
The High Park Presbyterian Church and its Gothic Revival style located on Morningside Avenue was noted on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Denise Harris
Heritage Toronto walk leader Denise Harris spoke about the High Park Presbyterian Church in Swansea on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Rennie Park
What today is known as Rennie Park had been built in 1939 as Pogey Park in Swansea, seen on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Town Hall
The 1959-era Swansea Town Hall, now an active community center, was viewed by the tour group on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Denise Harris
Denise Harris spoke about the history of the building in front of Swansea Town Hall on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Town Hall
The window of Swansea's Town Hall features a map of Swansea in the United Kingdom, observed on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Fire Station 125
Swansea's fire station, now Toronto's #125, was observed along Deforest Road on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - Royal Canadian Legion Hall
The 1947-era Royal Canadian Legion Hall was located at 72 Durie Street in Swansea on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - 22 Deforest Road
The home at 22 Deforest Road in Swansea was built in 1895 by William Smith and observed on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - 22 Deforest Road
This interesting star was near the roof line of the home at 22 Deforest Road in Swansea on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - First Hardware Site
The first hardware store in Swansea once existed at what is now a private home on Runnymede Road seen on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - First Grocery Site
The first grocery store in Swansea was located in this building at the corner of Deforest and Runnymede, 4-October-2008.

Swansea - First Town Hall
The original Town Hall in Swansea had been built at 107 Runnymede Road in this building seen on 4-October-2008.

Swansea - End of Walk
The Heritage Toronto walk through Swansea finished on Runnymede Road near Bloor Street on 4-October-2008.

Toronto - High Park Streetcar Loop
TTC streetcar #4156 prepared to depart High Park in Toronto bound for Main Street far to the east on 4-October-2008.

Toronto - High Park
This plaque in Toronto's High Park commemorated the first bird banding in 1905, observed on 4-October-2008.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
A Highlands Cow looked for some attention in the High Park Zoo in Toronto on the afternoon of 4-October-2008.

Toronto - High Park Zoo
A White Fallow Deer aid attention to the photographer at Toronto's High Park Zoo on 4-October-2008.

Toronto - Vale of Avoca
Yellow Creek ran through Toronto's Vale of Avoca in the Mount Pleasant neighborhood on 6-October-2008.

Toronto - Vale of Avoca
Another view of Yellow Creek running through the Vale of Avoca south of Mount Pleasant Cemetery on 6-October-2008.

Toronto - Dundas Street Construction
The Dundas Street bridge over the Humber River was under construction on 23-October-2008.

Toronto - Salmon in the Humber
A pair of salmon swam up the Humber River north of Dundas Street in Toronto as observed on 23-October-2008.

Toronto - Salmon in the Humber
A closer look at the salmon heading upstream in the Humber River on a pleasant fall day, 23-October-2008.

Toronto - Sunrise Stencil
A very elaborate stencil for Sunrise Construction was placed at the entrance to Baby Point in Toronto on 7-October-2008.

Toronto - CBC Entrance
The side entrance to the Canadian Broadcasting Corporation's headquarters at 25 John Street was seen on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
The audience check-in desk for the Royal Canadian Air Farce taping on 9-October-2008 was noted in the CBC lobby.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
This logo was displayed on all the screens inside the tenth-floor studio prior to the Air Farce taping on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
The ceiling at the Air Farce studio was filled with various lighting equipment on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
A set designed to look like bankrupt Wachovia Bank was ready for an Air Farce taping on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
From the top row, an overview of the studio audience view at the Air Farce was obtained on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
This set would be used for a "Mr. Harper's Neighbourhood" skit during the Air Farce taping on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
A typical studio camera was noted prior to the start of the Air Farce taping in Toronto, Ontario on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
The rear of the Royal Canadian Air Farce studio was decorated with the "Final Flight" logo on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
The lighting booth was located to the right of the audience in the Air Farce studio on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
The sound booth was located to the left of the audience in the Air Farce studio on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
Roger Abbott, an original Royal Canadian Air Farce member, warmed up the audience prior to the 9-October-2008 taping.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
Cast members Roger Abbott, Alan Park, and Luba Goy came on-stage prior to the start of the Air Farce on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
Craig Lauzon (as Stephen Harper) and Penelope Corrin said hello to the studio audience prior to the 9-October-2008 taping.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
Craig Lauzon, Roger Abbott, and Don Ferguson warmed up the audience for the Air Farce's 9-October-2008 taping.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
The stage crew scrambled to change sets during the taping of the Royal Canadian Air Farce on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
A new set, for the flashback feature, rolled on-stage during the Air Farce taping on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
Luba Goy, Penelope Corrin, and Don Ferguson (as Jack Layton) said goodbye to the audience on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
Alan Park, Penelope Corrin, and Don Ferguson thanked the audience after the Air Farce taping on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - Air Farce Taping
The audience stood up to leave after the Air Farce's second show of its final season, taped on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - CBC Headquarters
From the tenth floor, this was the view downward toward the atrium of the CBC headquarters on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - CBC Headquarters
The tenth floor of the CBC Headquarters had this view of the interior of the building as observed on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - CBC Headquarters
This skylight above the tenth floor of the CBC Headquarters building allowed in natural light on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - CBC Headquarters
A Canada votes banner hung from the tenth floor in anticipation of the following Tuesday's election on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - CBC Headquarters
The set was already in place for the following Tuesday's election coverage as viewed from above on 9-October-2008.

Toronto - Tiger in Tree
Toronto had a infestation of stuffed animals placed in trees on 10-October-2008, including this tiger on Dundas Street.

Toronto - Parkdale Path
Construction on the pedestrian path that would parallel the Parkdale Corridor in Toronto was evident on 10-October-2008.

Toronto - Cat on the Tracks
A cat seemed to be enjoying the atmosphere on the west track of the Canadian Pacific near Weston on 13-October-2008.

Toronto - Cat on the Tracks
This cat was spending its Thanksgiving walking along the railroad tracks in the Weston neighborhood on 13-October-2008.

Toronto - Cat on the Tracks
The cat stopped again to sit on the tracks near Weston as viewed from the Jane Street overpass on 13-October-2008.

Toronto - Royal Canadian Pacific
The Royal Canadian Pacific classic passenger train ran through the Weston neighborhood of Toronto on 13-October-2008.

Toronto - Royal Canadian Pacific
FP9 #4106 led Canadian Pacific's Royal Canadian Pacific train at Weston, Ontario on 13-October-2008.

Mississauga - Spirit Train
This Olympic-style village greeted the Canadian Pacific's Spirit Train in Mississauga, Ontario on 13-October-2008.

Mississauga - Spirit Train
AC4400CW #8858, the first painted in the Olympic scheme, powered the Spirit Train in Mississauga on 13-October-2008.

Mississauga - Spirit Train
This well-decorated container provided the power for the Canadian Pacific Spirit Train on 13-October-2008.

Mississauga - Spirit Train
This container stored the materials for the Canadian Pacific Spirit Train, seen in Mississauga on 13-October-2008.

Mississauga - Spirit Train
The performance stage for the Canadian Pacific's Spirit Train was noted in Mississauga on 13-October-2008.

Mississauga - Spirit Train
A small crowd was gathered at the Cooksville GO station for the Spirit Train performance on 13-October-2008.

Mississauga - Spirit Train
Aboriginal hoop dancer Dallas Arcand performed with the Canadian Pacific Spirit Train on 13-October-2008.

Mississauga - Spirit Train
The Spirit Train Band performed during its visit to the Cooksville GO station in Mississauga, Ontario on 13-October-2008.

Mississauga - Spirit Train
The Olympic mascots danced to the Spirit Train Band in Mississauga, Ontario on 13-October-2008.

Mississauga - Spirit Train
The Olympic mascot Miga, a sea bear based on an orca whale and a bear, was in Mississauga on 13-October-2008.

Mississauga - Spirit Train
Olympic mascot Sumi, an animal spirit that lives in the mountains of British Columbia, was seen on 13-October-2008.

Mississauga - Spirit Train
Olympic mascot Quatchi, a young sasquatch, greeted the children in Mississauga, Ontario on 13-October-2008.

Mississauga - Spirit Train
The three Olympic mascots, Sumi, Quatchi, and Miga, danced with the Spirit Train on 13-October-2008.

Mississauga - Spirit Train
Colin James performed with the Canadian Pacific Spirit Train in Mississauga, Ontario on 13-October-2008.

Mississauga - Spirit Train
Colin James and the Spirit Train Band finished their concert in Mississauga, Ontario on 13-October-2008.

Toronto - Parkdale-High Park Debate
One of several candidates' debate in the Parkdale-High Park riding was at Bishop Marocco School on 30-September-2008.

Toronto - Parkdale-High Park Debate
All the candidates running for Federal parliament from the Parkdale-High Park riding gathered on 30-September-2008.

Toronto - Parkdale-High Park Debate
Front-runners Peggy Nash of the New Democratic Party and Liberal Gerard Kennedy were captured on 30-September-2008.

Toronto - Parkdale-High Park Debate
Liberal candidate Gerard Kennedy delivered his opening statement during the candidates' debate on 30-September-2008.

Toronto - Parkdale-High Park Debate
Incumbent Peggy Nash of the New Democratic Party gave her opening statement during the 30-September-2008 debate.

Toronto - Parkdale-High Park Debate
Conservative Jilian Saweczko participated in the Parkdale-High Park parliamentary debate on 30-September-2008.

Toronto - Parkdale-High Park Debate
Christian Heritage Party candidate Andrew Borkowsky presented an interesting perspective on 30-September-2008.

Toronto - Parkdale-High Park Debate
Green Party candidate Robert Rishchynski stated why the Liberals and the NDP were wrong on 30-September-2008.

Toronto - Parkdale-High Park Debate
Radical Marijuana Party candidate Terry Parker never left his seat during the 30-September-2008 debates.

Toronto - NDP Buses
The bus caravan of New Democratic Party candidate Jack Layton headed down Jane Street in Weston on 13-October-2008.

Toronto - Political Signs
Signs from front-runners Peggy Nash and Gerard Kennedy shared a yard in the Parkdale-High Park riding on 10-October-2008.

Toronto - Political Sign
A large campaign sign for Liberal Deputy Leader Michael Ignatieff was noted off the Kingsway on 24-September-2008.

Toronto - Political Signs
York South-Weston candidates Alan Tonks and Aydin Cocelli had their signs on display along Jane Street on 13-October-2008.

Toronto - Idol Sign
An important election was clearly going on in Canada as noted in Cabbagetown in Toronto on 16-August-2008.

Toronto - Election Moon
A full moon rose over Morningside Avenue in Toronto, Ontario on election night, 14-October-2008.

Toronto - Dogs
The Millman's new puppy Blitz demonstrated an innocent face at their home on 19-October-2008.

Toronto - Dogs
The Millman's dog Mercedes looked tranquil while sleeping at their home on 19-October-2008.

Toronto - Dogs
Lance Gleich looked on while Blitz and Mercedes fought on the Millman couch on 19-October-2008.

Toronto - Dogs
Lance Gleich watched in disbelief as Blitz and Mercedes bared their teeth at the Millman residence on 19-October-2008.

Swansea - Krieghoff Sign
This sign from a past Krieghoff exhibition greeted visitors to the Swansea Historical Society meeting on 5-November-2008.

Swansea - Bill Tennison
Bill Tennison introduced the Swansea Historical Society to Cornelius Krieghoff's Bilking the Toll on 5-November-2008.

Swansea - Bill Tennison
Bill Tennison, an avid Cornelius Krieghoff collector, answered an audience question in Swansea on 5-November-2008.

Swansea - Bill Tennison
Swansea Historical Society president Norm McLeod and Bill Tennison took questions at a 5-November-2008 meeting.

Toronto - Lambton House Pub Night
The sign was up at the historic Lambton House in Toronto, Ontario for its monthly Pub Night on 7-November-2008.

Toronto - Lambton House Pub Night
A famous roast beef sandwich served at the Lambton House's Pub Night in Toronto, Ontario was captured on 7-November-2008.

Swansea - Remembrance Day
This sign announced the Remembrance Day ceremony to take place at the Swansea Town Hall in Toronto on 11-November-2008.

Swansea - Remembrance Day
The Canadian flag was raised during the Remembrance Day ceremony at Swansea Town Hall on 11-November-2008.

Swansea - Remembrance Day
Member of Parliament Gerard Kennedy spoke during the Remembrance Day ceremony in Swansea on 11-November-2008.

Swansea - Remembrance Day
Member of Provincial Parliament Cheri DiNovo spoke at the Swansea Remembrance Day ceremony on 11-November-2008.

Swansea - Remembrance Day
Toronto city councilperson Bill Saundercook spoke during the Swansea Remembrance Day ceremony on 11-November-2008.

Swansea - Remembrance Day
The wreaths laid by the speakers were captured outside Swansea Town Hall on 11-November-2008.

Swansea - Remembrance Day
A group of veterans were noted at the Remembrance Day ceremonies in Swansea on 11-November-2008.

Swansea - Remembrance Day
A new mural covered by a curtain at the Swansea Memorial Library was set to be unveiled on 11-November-2008.

Swansea - Remembrance Day
The curtain covering the mural at the Swansea Memorial Library began to be removed on 11-November-2008.

Swansea - Remembrance Day
The unveiling of the new mural outside the Swansea Memorial Library continued on 11-November-2008.

Swansea - Remembrance Day
The Swansea Memorial Library had been founded as a tribute to fallen soldiers in World War I, seen 11-November-2008.

Swansea - Remembrance Day
The new mural outside the Swansea Memorial Library in Toronto was fully unveiled on 11-November-2008.

Swansea - Remembrance Day
A large crowd lingered after the unveiling of the new mural at the Swansea Memorial Library on 11-November-2008.

Swansea - Remembrance Day
Former mayor David Crombie and Bill Tennison exchanged greetings at Swansea Town Hall on 11-November-2008.

Swansea - Remembrance Day
The new mural contained a cross for each person from Swansea lost during World War I as seen on 11-November-2008.

Swansea - Remembrance Day
This picture included most of the soldiers from Swansea that participated in World War I, seen on 11-November-2008.

Swansea - Remembrance Day
The various sections of the new mural outside the Swansea Memorial Library were now visible on 11-November-2008.

Swansea - Remembrance Day
The mural outside the Swansea Memorial Library included scenes of historical Swansea as seen on 11-November-2008.

Toronto - Monument to the War of 1812
This plaque explained Douglas Coupland's purpose for the Monument to the War of 1812 noted on 22-November-2008.

Toronto - Monument to the War of 1812
The Monument to the War of 1812 was noted at the intersection of Bathurst and Fleet Streets on 22-November-2008.

Toronto - Monument to the War of 1812
Douglas Coupland's Monument to the War of 1812 featured a standing British soldier and fallen American on 22-November-2008.

Toronto - Monument to the War of 1812
A rear view of Coupland's reminder in Toronto, Ontario that Britain won the War of 1812 was seen on 22-November-2008.

Toronto - Garrison Creek
Garrison Creek is underground in much of Toronto, including along Bathurst at Fort York on 22-November-2008.

Toronto - HTO Park
HTO Park along Lake Ontario in Toronto, Ontario had opened in June and was seen on 15-November-2008.

Toronto - TTC PCC Streetcar
The Toronto Transit Commission's historic PCC streetcar #4549 rolled down Queen's Quay on 15-November-2008.

Toronto - TTC PCC Streetcar
The 1951-era TTC streetcar #4549, an historic PCC type, ran along Toronto's waterfront on 15-November-2008.

Toronto - TTC "MCI Classic" Bus
Toronto Transit Commission bus #6272, a 1987 model TC40-102N, was one of only nine remaining on 6-October-2008.

Toronto - TTC "MCI Classic" Bus
TTC #6272, better known as a "MCI Classic", deadheaded down St. Clair Avenue in Toronto on 6-October-2008.

Toronto - TTC "MCI Classic" Bus
TTC "MCI Classic" bus #6223, another of the nine remaining, came down St. Clair Avenue in Toronto on 6-October-2008.

Toronto - TTC New Flyer D40
Another endangered TTC coach, New Flyer D40-89 #6457, headed up Old Dundas Street on 23-October-2008.

Toronto - TTC New Flyer D40
One of only a handful remaining, TTC New Flyer D40-89 #6457 worked the 55 Warren Park route on 23-October-2008.

Toronto - TTC New Flyer D40
Endangered New Flyer D40-89 #6457 had almost finished its climb up Old Dundas Street on 23-October-2008.

Toronto - TTC New Flyer D40
TTC New Flyer coach D40-89 #6457 traveled down Dundas Street in Toronto, Ontario on 23-October-2008.

Toronto - TTC Nova RTS
While not an endangered species, Nova RTS bus #7238 was one of only 52 in the fleet seen on 11-November-2008.

Toronto - Richard & Aye
Richard Salyniuk and Aye Nyein San from SQI Diagnostics were pictured on 11-November-2008.

Toronto - Police Headquarters
This 1988 sculpture by Eldon Garnett was noted outside Toronto's police headquarters on 5-December-2008.

Toronto - Police Museum
The outside of Toronto's Police Museum was noted along College Street near Bay on 5-December-2008.

Toronto - Police Museum
Billboards such as this one apparently once stood all across Toronto; the preserved version was seen 5-December-2008.

Toronto - Police Museum
This 1930's-era police office showed the state of the technology in Toronto during that era on 5-December-2008.

Toronto - Police Museum
A replica of a 1920's-era jail cell was featured in Toronto's Police Museum and Discovery Centre on 5-December-2008.

Toronto - Police Museum
An original traffic light, manually shifted, had been restored in Toronto's Police Museum on 5-December-2008.

Toronto - Police Museum
An alert light used to communicate with officers in the early 20th century was on display on 5-December-2008.

Toronto - Police Museum
This display introduced visitors to cannabis paraphernalia at the Police Museum in Toronto, Ontario on 5-December-2008.

Toronto - Police Museum
This memorial to fallen officers was located inside Toronto's Police Museum as observed on 5-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
An overview of the Toronto Aerospace Museum, located in a former de Haviland factory at Downsview on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
This picture showed how the runway at Downsview Airport used to cross Dufferin Street, as seen on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
A de Haviland Tiger Moth from 1942, built in this building, was notable for its cloth covering on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
A de Haviland DH87B Hornet Moth from 1956 showed the progress made in a decade and a half on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
A Fleet Model 80 (a "Canuck") built in 1946 was a plane that transformed the Canadian north, seen 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
A 1971-era Beechcraft Musketeer CT-134 was part of the significant trainer fleet at the museum on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
A centerpiece of the museum was a Lancaster Mark X heavy bomber built in 1945 undergoing restoration on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The cockpit section of the Lancaster Mark X was separated from the plane at the Aerospace Museum on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
A rare view of the interior of the wings of the Lancaster Mark X was visible at the museum on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The rear section of the Lancaster Mark X heavy bomber was being re-configured on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The tail of the Lancaster Mark X heavy bomber revealed the interior of the plane at the museum on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The inside of the Lancaster Mark X was where the bombs would be stored as viewed in Toronto on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The Lancaster Mark X was powered by four Packard Merlin engines like this one observed on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
Practically ready for mounting on the plane was another Packard Merlin engine inside its casing on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The other centerpiece of the museum was this mock-up of an Avro CF-105 "Arrow" from 1958 observed on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The rear of the Avro CF-105 supersonic aircraft, designed for Mach 2, was observed on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
A mock-up of the Orenda Iroquois engine intended for use in the CF-105 "Arrow" was next to the plane on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
A 1943-era Stinson V-77 Gullwing plane, so named for the hump in the wing, observed at the museum on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
A Grumman-de Haviland CS-2F2 Tracker plane, built in this building in 1959, was at the museum on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The folded wing of the CS-2F2 Tracker was noted in the Toronto Aerospace Museum on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The "Ornithopter," the first plane to fly by flapping its wings in 2006, was at the museum on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
A closer look at the flapping wings of the "Ornithopter" designed at the University of Toronto, seen 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The Derwent engine of the C-102 Avro Jetliner, the second jet-powered passenger craft, was observed on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
A 1958-era T-33 Trainer, only recently retired in Canada, was in the Aerospace Museum on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
A Bell CH-136 Kiowa helicopter from 1971, one of the first used by Canada, was seen on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
This wood mock-up of a de Haviland Dash-8 regional plane had been used by its designers, seen on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The Toronto Aerospace Museum showed the difference thirty years could make in on-board menu on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
This Link Trainer from the 1930's was one of the first flight simulators, seen at the museum on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
A Vickers Viscount simulator had been used for many years by Air Canada, as noted on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
The interior of the Vickers Viscount simulator was observed at the Toronto Aerospace Museum on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
These aircraft maintenance tools had been donated to the Aerospace Museum by the Tennison brothers, seen 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
A replica of the Alouette, which made Canada the third nation in space, was on display on 11-December-2008.

Toronto - Aerospace Museum
What Aerospace Museum in Canada could be complete without a half-scale Canadarm, observed on 11-December-2008?

Toronto - First Snow
The first substantial snow fall of the season was noted in the Baby Point neighborhood of Toronto on 20-November-2008.

Toronto - First Snow
The first snowfall of the season was noted around Fort York in Toronto, Ontario on 22-November-2008.

Toronto - The Esplanade Clock
This fancy clock stood along The Esplanade in Toronto near the Scotland Yard Pub on 22-November-2008.

Toronto - Derek Boles
Historian Derek Boles spoke to the local Canadian Railway Historical Association meeting in Toronto on 13-November-2008.

TRHA - Bricks
Toronto Railway Historical Association First Vice-President Michael Guy and Wilson Lau moved bricks on 8-October-2008.

TRHA - Forklift
Dave Wetherald operated a forklift to move palettes of heritage bricks from the John Street Roundhouse on 8-October-2008.

TRHA - Forklift
Dave Wetherald operated a forklift to move bricks into a back room of the John Street Roundhouse on 8-October-2008.

TRHA - Forklift
Arno Martens and Wilson Lau helped guide Dave Wetherald with the forklift on 8-October-2008.

TRHA - Machine Shop
Michael Guy and Wilson Lau enjoyed the substantial area of the Machine Shop had been cleared on 8-October-2008.

TRHA - Machine Shop
The cleared space in the Machine Shop of the John Street Roundhouse was viewed on 8-October-2008.

TRHA - Ties
Disassembled old miniature railway ties were stacked up in the John Street Roundhouse on 8-October-2008.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
The contractors had dug out these ditches for new plumbing in the John Street Roundhouse on 8-October-2008.

TRHA - John Street Roundhouse
By 11-October-2008, more dirt had been removed from the new plumbing trenches in the John Street Roundhouse.

TRHA - Tent
The meeting tent was under assembly in the workshop area of the John Street Roundhouse on 11-October-2008.

TRHA - Ties
Cutting ties proved to be a three-person job, shown in progress at the John Street Roundhouse on 11-October-2008.

TRHA - Tie Palette
A palette of newly-cut ties was stacked up as they were produced at the John Street Roundhouse on 11-October-2008.

TRHA - Treated Ties
After being cut, the ties were weather treated, as observed at the John Street Roundhouse on 11-October-2008.

TRHA - Light Assembly
Ron Wm. Hurlbut put together a light assembly at the John Street Roundhouse on 15-November-2008.

TRHA - Light Assembly
A completed light assembly was mounted in the Machine Shop of the roundhouse on 15-November-2008.

TRHA - New Pipes
New plumbing was installed in the John Street Roundhouse as observed on 15-November-2008.

TRHA - Roundhouse View
The doors of the John Street Roundhouse were observed from atop the raised scissors lift on 6-December-2008.

TRHA - Richard Morrison
Volunteer Richard Morrison stood high atop the scissors lift above the John Street Roundhouse on 6-December-2008.

TRHA - Roundhouse View
A view toward stall 32 in the section of the roundhouse to be occupied by Leon's was taken on 6-December-2008.

TRHA - Roundhouse View
The upper level of the John Street Roundhouse could be viewed from the raised scissors lift on 6-December-2008.

TRHA - Roundhouse View
Another view of the upper level of the John Street Roundhouse was obtained from the scissors lift on 6-December-2008.

TRHA - Light Fixture
A light fixture removed from the ceiling for preservation had an inch of detritus on top as seen on 6-December-2008.

TRHA - Trailer Progress
Progress on the frame of a trailing car for a speeder was noted at the roundhouse on 6-December-2008.

TRHA - S-2 Switcher
Canadian Pacific S-2 switcher #7020 was briefly revealed to the elements outside the roundhouse on 6-December-2008.

TRHA - S-2 Switcher
The remains of the tarp that had blown off the former Canadian Pacific S-2 switcher was seen on 6-December-2008.

TRHA - Rail Carrying
Arno Martens and Richard Morrison carried a rail inside the roundhouse in Toronto, Ontario on 13-December-2008.

TRHA - Rail Carrying
James Resor helped carried part of ten tons of rail moved to a new location at John Street on 13-December-2008.

TRHA - Forklift
A small forklift was used to position a stand for the rails being transloaded at the roundhouse on 13-December-2008.

TRHA - Forklift
Michael Guy used a larger forklift to move the rail stand inside the John Street Roundhouse on 13-December-2008.

TRHA - Forklift
The folklift was used to re-position a set of rails for transloading into the roundhouse on 13-December-2008.

TRHA - Don Station
After moving here three days earlier, the Don Station was noted in Roundhouse Park in Toronto on 13-December-2008.

TRHA - Don Station
A closer look at the former Canadian Pacific Don Station after its transport was taken on 13-December-2008.

TRHA - Don Station
The roof of the former Canadian Pacific Don Station had moved in two pieces as noted on 13-December-2008.

TRHA - Don Station
The turret of Don Station was sitting on its own near the John Street Roundhouse on 13-December-2008.

TRHA - Don Station
Don Station and Cabin D sat beneath the CN Tower in Toronto, not far from their intended locations on 13-December-2008.

TRHA - Michael Guy Grinding
Michael Guy ground on the front of a Fairmont M14 speeder at the John Street Roundhouse on 15-November-2008.

TRHA - Speeder
The former Canadian Pacific Fairmont M14 speeder was undergoing painting on 15-November-2008.

TRHA - Speeder
The right side of the former Canadian Pacific speeder looked better with a new coat of paint on 15-November-2008.

Mississauga - Train Show
One week later, the speeder was on display at the Toronto Train Show in Mississauga on 22-November-2008.

Mississauga - Train Show
The Train Show was held at the Metro Toronto Convention Center near the airport on 22-November-2008.

Mississauga - Train Show
A more modern speeder, a Fairmont model C7, was on display at the Toronto Train Show in Mississauga on 22-November-2008.

Mississauga - Train Show
A Fairmont MT19 from the Track Motorcars of Ontario was on display at the Toronto Train Show on 22-November-2008.

Mississauga - Train Show
A wide variety of layouts were on display at the show, including this Lego layout on 22-November-2008.

Mississauga - Train Show
A Western Pacific Train worked on a N-scale layout at the Toronto Train Show on 22-November-2008.

Mississauga - Train Show
The Narrow Gauge Madness group contributed several displays to the Toronto Train Show on 22-November-2008.

Mississauga - Train Show
One of several HO-scale layouts was full of trains on all levels at the Toronto Train Show on 22-November-2008.

Mississauga - Train Show
The Canada Southern HO-scale layout featured this junction observed at the Toronto Train Show on 22-November-2008.

Mississauga - Train Show
An entire layout of Hornby Dublo OO-scale trains was just a part of the British influence at the show on 22-November-2008.

Mississauga - Train Show
Yet larger, the S-scale Showcase layout featured this Canadian National 4-6-2 locomotive on 22-November-2008.

Mississauga - Train Show
Again larger, the O27-scale Polar Express ran around a tinplate layout at the Toronto Train Show on 22-November-2008.

Mississauga - Train Show
The Polar Express was complete with the movie's rider on top of the car as seen on 22-November-2008.

Mississauga - Train Show
Yet larger, three G-gauge DASH9-44CW's in various pant schemes worked at the Toronto Train Show on 22-November-2008.

Mississauga - Train Show
Another G-gauge layout came from the Central Ontario Garden Railway Association as captured on 22-November-2008.

Mississauga - Train Show
A G-gauge Christmas train from the Central Ontario Garden Railway Association ran at the train show on 22-November-2008.

Mississauga - Train Show
The largest trains in attendance were 7 1/4" gauge from the Golden Horseshoe Live Steamers on 22-November-2008.

Mississauga - Train Show
The Toronto Railway Historical Association had a booth at the Toronto Train Show on 22-November-2008.

Toronto - Scarborough Model Railroaders
The 1500-square foot HO-scale layout of the Scarborough Model Railroaders was observed on 7-December-2008.

Toronto - Scarborough Model Railroaders
This passenger station was on the HO-scale layout of the Scarborough Model Railroaders on 7-December-2008.

Toronto - Scarborough Model Railroaders
A roundhouse was featured during the open house of the Scarborough Model Railroaders on 7-December-2008.

Toronto - Scarborough Model Railroaders
A Canadian National passenger train hustled through Great Bend at the Scarborough Model Railroaders on 7-December-2008.

Toronto - Scarborough Model Railroaders
The Canadian Pacific RDC passing the station at the rear carried a camera in its cab on 7-December-2008.

Toronto - Scarborough Model Railroaders
A local engine facility was noted on the HO-scale layout of the Scarborough Model Railroaders on 7-December-2008.

Toronto - Scarborough Model Railroaders
The Canadian Pacific RDC crossed the trestle on the "High Line" with another train on the main on 7-December-2008.

Toronto - Scarborough Model Railroaders
The Canadian National's sole H24-66, #2900, passed through Mountain View with a freight on 7-December-2008.

Toronto - Scarborough Model Railroaders
Canadian National #5702 passed through Drake Mines with the CP RDC on the "High Line" on 7-December-2008.

Toronto - Scarborough Model Railroaders
The Staples Gorge was a highlight of N-scale layout, seen with a Great Northern freight on 7-December-2008.

Toronto - Scarborough Model Railroaders
Moments later, a freight train passed through the N-scale Staples Gorge on the Branch Line on 7-December-2008.

Toronto - Scarborough Model Railroaders
The N-scale Empire Builder passed behind a chemical plant on the Scarborough Model Railroader layout on 7-December-2008.

Toronto - Scarborough Model Railroaders
The Empire Builder passed through the town of Waldron during the open house in Scarborough on 7-December-2008.

Toronto - Scarborough Model Railroaders
A VIA Rail passenger train crossed the bridge on the branch line of the N-scale layout on 7-December-2008.

Toronto - Scarborough Model Railroaders
A Southern Pacific Daylight met a Canadian Pacific freight at the N-scale Horseshoe Curve on 7-December-2008.

Toronto - Scarborough Model Railroaders
A Canadian Pacific piggyback train headed for the Upper Main of the N-scale layout on 7-December-2008.

Toronto - Scarborough Model Railroaders
A pair of CEFX leased units led a freight on the Upper Main of the Scarborough Model Railroaders on 7-December-2008.

Toronto - Scarborough Model Railroaders
A Kaiser Steel train traversed the branch line of the N-scale Scarborough Model Railroaders layout on 7-December-2008.

TRHA - Holiday Party
The Toronto Railway Historical Association held a holiday party in Scarborough on 15-December-2008.

TRHA - Holiday Party
Jennifer and James Gardiner, Michael Guy, and Phil at the TRHA Holiday Party on 15-December-2008.

TRHA - Holiday Party
Derek Boles and Russ Milland, plus a new acquisition by Bob Dickson, at the TRHA Holiday Party on 15-December-2008.

TRHA - Holiday Party
Bob Dickson and Andrew Jeanes conversed while Derek Boles' slide show played in the background on 15-December-2008.

TRHA - Holiday Party
Jim Gardiner and Dave Wetherald discussed railfanning at the TRHA Party on 15-December-2008.

TRHA - Holiday Party
Tom Murison showed photos of the move of Don Station at the TRHA Party on 15-December-2008.
Trip to California, Autumn 2008

Scenery - WestJet Winglet
The winglet of a WestJet 737-700 was observed from on-board the aircraft on 25-October-2008.

Scenery - Perry Lake Aerial
Perry Lake, not far from Topeka, Kansas, was observed from the air on a clear 25-October-2008.

Scenery - Continental Divide Aerial
The Continental Divide in southern Colorado was very distinct as seen from the air on 25-October-2008.

Scenery - Continental Divide Aerial
A wider view of the Continental Divide along the Rocky Mountains in southern Colorado was taken on 25-October-2008.

Scenery - Arizona Aerial
By the time the plane was over northern Arizona, the ground had turned red on 25-October-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
The Grand Canyon came into view as observed from the WestJet flight over Arizona on 25-October-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
The Colorado River was clearly visible at the bottom of the eastern portion of the Grand Canyon as seen on 25-October-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
The Colorado River remained in sight as the plane flew above the Red Canyon inside the Grand Canyon on 25-October-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
The Colorado River disappeared toward the Rudy and Emerald Canyons in the Grand Canyon on 25-October-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
A very wide aerial shot was taken from above the south rim of the Grand Canyon on 25-October-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
The area near Grand Canyon Village, Arizona was viewed from the WestJet plane on 25-October-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
A very wide aerial view of the two rims of the Grand Canyon was observed as the plane continued west on 25-October-2008.

Scenery - Grand Canyon Aerial
The far western portion of the Grand Canyon west of Blue Mountain was observed from the air on 25-October-2008.

Scenery - Lake Mohave Aerial
Lake Mohave formed in the Colorado River behind the Davis Dam at Laughlin, Nevada as observed on 25-October-2008.

Scenery - Cajon Pass Aerial
The entrance to the Los Angeles basin from the northeast, Cajon Pass, was observed from the air on 25-October-2008.

Scenery - California Speedway Aerial
The California Speedway in Fontana, California was observed from a landing WestJet plane on 25-October-2008.

Scenery - Mount San Antonio Aerial
Mount San Antonio, better known as Mount Baldy, at 10,064 feet was the highest object above LA on 25-October-2008.

Scenery - Los Angeles Aerial
Downtown Los Angeles was surprisingly free from smog as observed from a landing WestJet flight on 25-October-2008.

Scenery - Los Angeles Smog
There was plenty of smog to be observed, though, as seen in western Los Angeles, California on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Galen Center
The Galen Center at the University of Southern California was observed from a Flyaway bus on the 110 on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Philippe's
Philippe's Restaurant, open since 1908 and at this location on Alameda Street since 1951, was noted on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Philippe's
Philippe Mathieu claimed to invent the French Dipped sandwich by accident in 1918, still served on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - St. Peter's Italian Church
St. Peter's had a congregation founded in 1904 and a building on Broadway dating from 1947, seen 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Gold Line
Ansaldobreda P2550 light rail vehicles headed out the Gold Line from Los Angeles, California on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Gold Line
Siemens P2000 light rail vehicles crossed the Los Angeles River working the Gold Line on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Gold Line
Another Gold Line train crossed the Los Angeles River with Elysian Park in the background on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Los Angeles River
The Spring Street bridge over the Los Angeles River was observed in Los Angeles, California on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - North Broadway Bridge
This sign described the history of the North Broadway-Buena Vista Street Bridge over the river on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - North Broadway Bridge
The 1909-1911-built North Broadway-Buena Vista Street Bridge was observed from its west side on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - North Broadway Bridge
A 2002-era MTA NABI "LFW" model bus, #7720, crossed the Los Angeles River on the 45 route on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Solano Avenue
The diminutive Solano Canyon was marked by this sign on Solano Avenue in Los Angeles, California on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
The Xuan Wu San charity organization had this ornate scene facing Broadway in Los Angeles on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
The Phoenix Bakery was a fixture on Broadway in Los Angeles' Chinatown since 1938, observed 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
A DART bus passed the Mandarin Plaza of Chinatown in Los Angeles, California on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
The East Gate of Chinatown separated Central Plaza from Broadway in Los Angeles, California on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
The "New" Chinatown in Los Angeles has its center around Central Plaza, pictured in the evening of 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
A variety of rides were available on Gin Ling Way in Los Angeles' Chinatown on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
Gin Ling Way, the Street of Golden Treasures, ran through the center of Chinatown in Los Angeles on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
This fountain was found along Gin Ling Way in Los Angeles' Chinatown noted on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
Chinatown's West Gate protected Gin Ling Way from Hill Street in Los Angeles as seen on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
A closer look at Chinatown's West Gate was viewed from across Hill Street at West Plaza on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
Chung King Road provided a different feel to Chinatown west of Hill Street on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
A look at the shops and art galleries of Chung King Road in Los Angeles' Chinatown on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
This fountain was located in Chinatown's West Plaza in Los Angeles, California on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
A tour bus took in Chinatown as it traveled down Hill Street in Los Angeles, California on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
The Hop Louie Restaurant towered above the central block of Los Angeles' Chinatown, observed on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
Even the Gold Line light rail station on College Street had been decorated consistent with Chinatown on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
The Bank of America along Broadway in Los Angeles' Chinatown retained an interesting motif on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
The now-closed Little Joe's was a reminder that Chinatown had once been an Italian area, seen 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
Saigon Plaza sat along Broadway in Los Angeles' Chinatown district on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
Chinatown Plaza lined Broadway toward the southern end of Los Angeles' Chinatown on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
These banners lined the street of Los Angeles' Chinatown including Yale Street seen on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Pacific Alliance Medical Center
The Pacific Alliance Medical Center dated back to the first French Hospital in Los Angeles, seen on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Pacific Alliance Medical Center
This statue of Jeanne D'Arc belied the French heritage of the Pacific Alliance Medical Center on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Alpine Recreation Center
A community festival was underway at Alpine Recreation Center in Los Angeles, California on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Chinatown
A New Flyer C40LF MTA Bus, #5445, stopped at the Chinatown Gates in Los Angeles, California on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Dodger Stadium
Dodger Stadium was visible off in the distance from Los Angeles' Chinatown near Cesar Chavez Avenue on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Olvera Street
Costumed revelers walked through Los Angeles' Olvera Street a week before the Day of the Dead on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Olvera Street
A chihuahua defecated as it walked down Olvera Street in Los Angeles on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Olvera Street
Urban Stiess exited one of his favorite restaurants, La Golondrina, on Olvera Street on 25-October-2008.

Los Angeles - La Placita Olvera
An immigration protest was ongoing at La Placita Olvera across from Union Station in Los Angeles on 26-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Union Station
The entrance to the 1939-era Los Angeles Union Station was observed on the morning of 26-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Union Station
The side hall of Union Station, sitting on the former site of Los Angeles' Chinatown, was observed on 26-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Union Station
Amtrak's Coast Starlight prepared for departure at Union Station in Los Angeles on 26-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Union Station
Two private cars including the "Silver Solarium" would ride the rear of the Coast Starlight on 26-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Dodger Stadium
Another view of Dodger Stadium was garnered as the Coast Starlight departed Los Angeles on 26-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Gold Line
A Siemens P2000 light rail vehicle was sitting at the Gold Line shops in Los Angeles as viewed on 26-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Gold Line
An Ansaldobreda P2550 light rail vehicle was at the Gold Line shops in Los Angeles as seen on 26-October-2008.

Los Angeles - Taylor Shops
This mural was noted on the side of the Metrolink commuter rail Taylor Shops in Los Angeles on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Los Angeles River
The tracks diverged away from the Los Angeles River in Glendale, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Burbank Junction
The Coast Starlight began its detour at Burbank Junction, leaving its normal Ventura Sub route on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Burbank Airport
A Southwest Airlines 737 prepared to take off from Burbank Airport as seen from the Coast Starlight on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Saugus
1900-era Southern Pacific Mogul #1629, purchased by Gene Autry in 1957, was noted in Saugus on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Saugus
The former Southern Pacific depot in Saugus housed the Santa Clarita Valley Historical Society on 26-October-20808.

Scenery - Newhall
This shelter served the Metrolink commuter trains in Newhall, California as pictured on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Santa Clarita
The Santa Clarita Valley came into sight near the Santa Clarita, California station on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Santa Clarita
Suburban California was dominated by strip malls and Santa Clarita was no exception as seen on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Santa Clarita
The Santa Clarita Open-Air Market was held every Sunday at the Saugus Speedway including 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Santa Clarita
Another view of the Santa Clarita Open-Air Market, which generally attracts 15,000 people, seen 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Santa Clara River
The tracks ran along the dry Santa Clara River east of Santa Clarita, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - San Gabriel Mountains
The San Gabriel Mountains came into full sight near the siding of Lang, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Ravenna
Typical rural habitations were found west of Ravenna, California as viewed from the train on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tunnel 18
Amtrak train #14, the Coast Starlight, entered Tunnel #18 near Ravenna, California on its detour on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - San Gabriel Mountains
The San Gabriel Mountains narrowed into Soledad Canyon as train continued west of Ravenna on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - San Gabriel Mountains
The San Gabriel Mountains towered above the Soledad Canyon west of Ravenna, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - San Gabriel Mountains
Sagebrush dominated the scenery in the San Gabriel Mountains as traversed by the detouring train on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - San Gabriel Mountains
A number of rock formations were notable above Soledad Canyon in the San Gabriel Mountains on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - San Gabriel Mountains
More of the notable rock formations above the Soledad Canyon of the San Gabriel Mountains were seen on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - San Gabriel Mountains
An entire line of notable rocks rose above Soledad Canyon as the train climbed upriver on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - San Gabriel Mountains
As the train reached a plateau, the rock ridges appeared somewhat lowered as viewed from the train on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Animal Acres
The Animal Acres sanctuary for farm animals was noted along the Santa Clara River near Acton on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Animal Acres
Another view of the 26-acre Animal Acres sanctuary located near Acton, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - San Gabriel Mountains
The San Gabriel Mountains loomed in the distance as the train climbed out of Soledad Canyon on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - San Gabriel Mountains
A final ridge of the San Gabriel Mountains rose above the tracks as the train approached Acton on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Acton
The town of Acton, California appeared as the Coast Starlight left the San Gabriel Mountains on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - San Gabriel Mountains
The crest of the San Gabriel Mountains was achieved at the top of Acton Grade on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Acton Grade
The descent on highway 14 toward Palmdale was viewed as the train began a similar segment on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Skunkworks
The famous Lockheed-Martin Skunkworks facility in Palmdale, California was viewed from the train on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Palmdale Airport
The runway of Palmdale Airport, proposed as a replacement for Los Angeles, was viewed on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Joshua Trees
These Joshua Trees were noted as the train entered the Mojave Desert near Palmdale, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Mojave Desert
The near-endless, near-nothingness of the Mojave Desert was observed near Lancaster, California on 26-October-2008.

Train - Coach Interior
This Superliner coach was nearly empty because of the detour route, as captured on 26-October-2008.

Train - Coach Interior
This sign foretold that the "Family Coach" had a different downstairs than a typical Superliner on 26-October-2008.

Train - Coach Interior
The arcade room downstairs in the Superliner "family" coach was fully functional on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - South Mojave
The BNSF Mojave Sub from Barstow joined the Union Pacific tracks at South Mojave, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Windmills
The windmills in the distance dominated the hillsides around Mojave, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi Mountains
The ridges of the Tehachapi Mountains loomed in the distance as the train left Mojave, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - BNSF Train
A slower BNSF freight train was passed on a double-track section near Warren, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Cows
These cows appeared to be in a desolate atmosphere near Cameron, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Cows
A closer look was obtained at some of the cows in a field near Cameron, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Windmills
More windmills topped the hillsides and were in constant motion near Monolith, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Windmills
A closer look at the windmills near Monolith, California was obtained from the train on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Windmills
A wider view of the hillsides covered with windmills near Monolith, California was taken on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi Mountains
The Tehachapi Mountains drew closer and closer as the train approached Monolith, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Cement Plant
One of the few industries in the mountains was this cement plant located at Monolith, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi Airport
The runway at Tehachapi Airport was located beyond the buildings in the background in this 26-October-2008 view.

Scenery - Tehachapi
The Coast Starlight passed a restaurant in downtown Tehachapi, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi
The Taco Samich restaurant occupied this railroad-themed building in Tehachapi, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi
The famous water tank towered over the tracks in Tehachapi, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi
A marketplace stood next to the tracks at Tehachapi, California as observed on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Train at Cable
Now clearly descending, two Amtrak P42DC's led the Coast Starlight near Cable, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Train at Cable
Amtrak's Coast Starlight drifted downgrade at 23 mph near Cable, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi Mountains
This hillside represented typical scenery near Cable, California in the Tehachapi Mountains on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Cable
The mix of desert brush and trees found near Cable, California was typical of the Tehachapi Mountains on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Cable
A valley carrying Tehachapi Creek toward the San Joaquin Valley came into sight near Cable, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Cable
The view from this house on top of a hill near Cable, California must have been incredible on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Marcel
The tracks and California highway 58 took opposite sides of Tehachapi Creek south of Marcel on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Marcel
The highway headed back up while the railroad continued down near Marcel, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Marcel
Another look back up the hill was taken near Tunnel 14 around Marcel, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Marcel
The valley widened to the south as viewed from the train near Marcel, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Marcel
Another view back toward the summit of the Tehachapis was taken near Marcel, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Marcel
North of Marcel, California the valley below Woodford came into view from the train on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Marcel
The cross in the middle of Walong (Tehachapi Loop) came into view north of Marcel, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tunnel 10
A look back toward Marcel, California was taken before the train entered Tunnel #10 on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tunnel 10
Amtrak train #14, the Coast Starlight, entered tunnel #10 north of Marcel, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi Loop
The famous Tehachapi Loop came into view as the train entered Walong, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi Loop
Another view of how the tracks wrapped around the hill on their 2.3% grade at Tehachapi Loop on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi Loop
Rounding Tehachapi Loop, this look back above Walong, California was obtained from the train on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi Loop
The power of Amtrak train #14 rounded Tehachapi Loop at Walong, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi Loop
Our train would soon pass through tunnel #9, viewed from above at Walong, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi Loop
Amtrak's Coast Starlight #14 rounded Tehachapi Loop at Walong, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi Loop
The train would soon be traversing this track below tunnel #9 as viewed at Walong, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi Loop
In a rare view, the ranch at Walong, California was viewed from a train rounding the Tehachapi Loop on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi Loop
Now below the loop, Amtrak train #14 roundd the curve below tunnel #9 at Walong, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi Loop
From below, Tehachapi Loop was seen from below tunnel #9 north of Walong, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi Loop
Just moments before, the train had been rounding these tracks at Tehachapi Loop in Walong, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Tehachapi Loop
A final look at the cross on the hill inside Tehachapi Loop was taken below Walong, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Woodford
A look back uphill toward Walong was taken as the train approached Woodford, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Woodford
Amtrak train #14 coasted to a halt at Woodford, California to meet southbound #11 on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Woodford
The highway 58 bridge over Tehachapi Creek at Woodford, California was viewed from the train on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Woodford
Amtrak train #11, the southbound Coast Starlight, disappeared under the highway 58 bridge at Woodford on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Rowen
Amtrak train #14, the northbound Coast Starlight, continued downhill near Rowen, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Rowen
Amtrak's Coast Starlight was about to enter tunnel #8 near Rowen, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Rowen
The tracks were well above Tehachapi Creek in a canyon below near Rowen, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Rowen
Tehachapi Creek meandered through the canyon below near Rowen, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Rowen
Tehachapi Creek was dry at the bottom of the ravine north of Rowen, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
A look back uphill toward Rowen was taken from the train near Cliff, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
The view at Cliff, California looked all the way down toward Caliente as viewed from the train on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
Tehachapi Creek ran nearly 500 feet below the railbed as the train passed through Cliff, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
Amtrak train #14, the Coast Starlight, ran through the well-named siding of Cliff, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
Tehachapi Creek continued on its course downhill well below the railroad grade near Cliff, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
A look back uphill toward the south end of the siding was taken at Cliff, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
A closer look at Caliente, California, several hundred feet below, was noted at Cliff, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Cliff
Tehachapi Creek twisted toward Caliente far below as viewed from Cliff, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
The Bealville ranch came into sight as the train approached from the southeast and above on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
Amtrak train #14, the Coast Starlight, ran along the cliff on the approach to tunnel #3 near Bealville on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
Nearly half of Amtrak's Coast Starlight was in view from its rear as it descended to Bealville on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
This view south of Bealville, California looked similar to the view obtained at Cliff on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
The train passed the ranch at Bealville, California as it continued its descent on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
The corral at Bealville, California was unoccupied as Amtrak's Coast Starlight passed on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
Caliente was hidden in the valley below as viewed from the train near Bealville, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
The power of the Coast Starlight rounded a horseshoe curve below Bealville, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
Continuing its descent, Amtrak's Coast Starlight rounded a curve below Bealville, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
Just moments before, the train had passed through the cut at the rear right below Bealville on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Bealville
The 2.2% grade toward Bealville, California was evident in this view from the train on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
The railroad line continued its twisting descent toward Caliente, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
This odd arrangement of farming supplies was noted between Bealville and Caliente, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
A waiting BNSF freight train at Caliente, California came into sight from the Amtrak train on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
The waiting BNSF train had a mixed consist as observed at Caliente, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
Amtrak train #14, the Coast Starlight, rounded the loop at Caliente, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
The Superliners in the consist of Amtrak's Coast Starlight rounded the loop at Caliente, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
Amtrak's Coast Starlight crossed Caliente-Bodfish Road at Caliente, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
Amtrak train #14 prepared to meet an opposing BNSF freight train at Caliente, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Caliente
BNSF ES44DC #7569 led the train waiting at Caliente, California as its crew performed a roll-by on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Kern Junction
The rare miles continued as the BNSF diverged from the Union Pacific at Kern Junction near Bakersfield on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Bakersfield
The old Southern Pacific turntable at Bakersfield, California was observed from the passing train on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Bakersfield
The former Southern Pacific station at Bakersfield was no longer a passenger stop when seen on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Fields
The fields of the San Joaquin Valley would dominate the scenery as seen near Saco, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Fields
Views of the miles and miles of agriculture in the valley continued near Saco, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Delano
The cit of Delano, California had established a transit center near the former station site as seen on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Fields
More fields lined the side of the tracks as the train approached Earlimart, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Highway 99
Highway 99 had been built parallel to the tracks as was apparent near Earlimart, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Earlimart
The small town of Earlimart, California was typical of the small towns in the San Joaquin Valley as noted on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Highway 99
Highway 99 was surprisingly empty when observed north of Earlimart, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Fields
More of the agricultural fields were noted from Amtrak's Coast Starlight near Tulare, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Fresno
The Union Pacific crossed the BNSF tracks at Calwa Crossing in Fresno, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Fresno
Chukchansi Park, the home of the AAA baseball Grizzlies, in Fresno, California was viewed on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Fresno
The skyline of Fresno, California, a city of about 485,000, was viewed from the train on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Fresno
The 1913-era Hotel Fresno and its Beaux Arts architecture was viewed from its back side on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Fresno
Some outlying high-rise buildings were noted on the north side of Fresno, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - San Joaquin River
The train crossed the San Joaquin River near Irrigosa, California as sunset approached on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Fields
The shadows lengthened over the fields of the San Joaquin Valley near Madera, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Sunset
The sun prepared to set over the distant coastal range near Chowchilla, California on 26-October-2008.

Scenery - Observation Car
The "Silver Solarium" posed upon the Coast Starlight's arrival in Sacramento, California on 26-October-2008.

Foothills - Home
Pauline McGrady walked toward the door of her home in Diamond Springs, California on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Pauline
Pauline McGrady unlocked the door to the home she shared with her daughter, Judi, on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Pauline
Pauline McGrady sat in a chair in her home in Diamond Springs, California near Placerville on 31-October-2008.

Foothills - Pauline
In the middle of preparing chili, Pauline McGrady worked in her kitchen on 30-October-2008.

Foothills - Scrub Jay
A scrub jay sat on a fence in Diamond Springs, California in the Sierra foothills on 30-October-2008.

Foothills - Highway 49
Heading south from El Dorado, California on Highway 49, this hillside was encountered on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Highway 49
Much of the scenery along California route 49, the "Golden Chain Highway", featured terrain as seen on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Fire Hydrant Mailbox
This interesting combination fire hydrant and mailbox was noted on Quartz Drive south of El Dorado on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Fire Station
This Fire Station on Quartz Drive south of El Dorado, California seen on 28-October-2008 would also be a polling place.

Foothills - Quartz Drive View
At an elevation of 1900 feet, Quartz Drive provided this view to the west in the Sierra Foothills on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Quartz Drive
This home found on Quartz Drive likely had a view similar to the previous scene, seen on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Cosumnes River
The Sand Ridge Road bridge over the North Fork of the Cosumnes River was noted near Highway 49 on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Cosumnes River
The North Fork of the Cosumnes River marked the bottom of Sand Ridge Road at elevation 800 feet on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Sand Ridge Road
This small patio was noted along Sand Ridge Road near its western end south of El Dorado, California on 28-October-2008.

Foothils - Sand Ridge Road
The remains of a building were noted along Sand Ridge Road in El Dorado County, California on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Horse
A horse grazed on private property along Sand Ridge Road in El Dorado County, California on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Turkey
A Rio Grande Turkey was noted walking along the side of Sand Ridge Road in El Dorado County on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Abandoned Vehicles
A pair of abandoned vehicles lined some private property along Sand Ridge Road in the Sierra Foothills on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Asian Pear Tree
This interesting tree along Sand Ridge Road turned out to be one of several Asian Pear Trees seen on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Sand Ridge Road View
The Sierra Mountains loomed to the east in the distance as viewed from Sand Ridge Road on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Sand Ridge Road View
At an elevation of 2000 feet, Sand Ridge Road provided this view toward the Sierra Mounains on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Sand Ridge Road
This tree along Sand Ridge Road in El Dorado County appeared to have been hit by lightning before 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Sand Ridge Road View
A different view was obtained looking to the north from Sand Ridge Road in El Dorado County on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Sand Ridge Road
A tall tree marked the summit of Sand Ridge Road at around 2000 feet of elevation on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Sand Ridge Road
This Halloween scene was noted along Sand Ridge Road in El Dorado County, California on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Sand Ridge Road View
A lone house sat atop a hill across the Cosumnes River from Sand Ridge Road near Somerset on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Sand Ridge Road View
A closer look at the house on the top of the hill viewed from Sand Ridge Road in El Dorado County on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Cosumnes River
The North Fork of the Cosumnes River was noted at the Bucks Bar Road bridge near Somerset, California on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Cosumnes River
Looking upriver at Bucks Bar Road, the Cosumnes River had risen to an elevation of about 1600 feet on 28-October-2008.

Foothills - Abel's Apple Acres
Pauline McGrady sat on a bench at Abel's Apple Acres in the Apple Hill area above Placerville on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Abel's Apple Acres
A labyrinth and corral for horse riding were noted at Abel's Apple Acres in the Apple Hill area on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Abel's Apple Acres
A field of pumpkins sat at Abel's Apple Acres in the Apple Hill area above Placerville, California on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Apple Hill
A typical orchard was noted off in the distance at Carson Road and North Canyon Road in Apple Hill on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Apple Hill
One of many Christmas Tree farms was viewed distantly from Carson Road in the Apple Hill area on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Goldbud Farms
Vineyards at Goldbud Farms along Carson Road were viewed in the Apple Hill area of the Sierra Foothills on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Goldbud Farms
Another view of the fields at Goldbud Farms in the Apple Hill area east of Placerville was taken 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Apple Hill
The blossoms were noted near the junction of Carson Road and North Canyon Road in the Apple Hill area on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Apple Hill
Red roses provided the foreground for vineyards along Carson Road in the Apple Hill area on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Apple Hill
Yellow roses also provided a foreground for the vineyards along Carson Road in the Apple Hill area on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Apple Hill
Another view of roses lining Carson Road above vineyards in Apple Hill above Placerville, California on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Apple Hill
Another view of typical fields in the Apple Hill area near US Highway 50 in the Sierra Foothills on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Grandpa's Cellar
A typical apple orchard, this one at Grandpa's Cellar, in the Apple Hill area, was photographed on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Grandpa's Cellar
A row of apple trees in the orchard of Grandpa's Cellar was noted in Apple Hill, California on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Grandpa's Cellar
A crate full of apples grown in the orchard of Grandpa's Cellar was shown in the Apple Hill area of 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Larsen Apple Barn
The Larsen Apple Barn was a common stop during a visit to the Apple Hill area, photographed on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Larsen Apple Barn Museum
The Larsen Apple Barn has a museum whose apple harvesting display was photographed on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Larsen Apple Barn Museum
A 1935 Allis Chalmers tractor was on display at the Larsen Apple Barn Museum in Apple Hill on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Larsen Apple Barn Museum
A "Handy Wagon" used to carry apples out of the orchard was on display at the Larsen Apple Barn Museum on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Larsen Apple Barn Museum
A 1916-era spray rig for use in the orchard was on display at the Larsen Apple Barn Museum on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Larsen Apple Barn Museum
Note the toaster and the phone in this display at the Larsen Apple Barn Museum at Apple Hill on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Larsen Apple Barn Museum
The sewing machine in the background may have been the most significant piece in the bedroom display on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Larsen Apple Barn Museum
A 1927 Atwater-Kent radio was on display at the Larsen Apple Barn Museum in the Apple Hill area on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Larsen Apple Barn Museum
A retired steam tractor was on display at the Larsen Apple Barn Museum in Apple Hill above Placerville on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Larsen Apple Barn Museum
A cabin used for workers had been restored to a century-old condition as viewed on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Larsen Apple Barn Museum
A cabin stove was photographed at the Larsen Apple Barn Museum in the Apple Hill area of California on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Larsen Apple Barn Museum
This water wheel was on display at the Larsen Apple Barn Museum in the Apple Hill area on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Larsen Apple Barn
This artificial waterfall was located on the Larsen Apple Barn grounds in the Apple Hill area on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Larsen Apple Barn
This tree demonstrated how sunlight received could vary on a single tree seen at Apple Hill on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Larsen Apple Barn
The orchards at the Larsen Apple Barn in the Apple Hill area of California were observed on 29-October-2008.

Foothills - Apple Hill
A typical view of a farm in the Apple Hill area of California was taken off North Canyon Road on 29-October-2008.

Red Bluff - Campaign Sign
A McCain-Palin campaign sign was nearly battered down by wind and rain in Red Bluff, California on 3-November-2008.

Scenery - Jefferson State
Located south of Yreka, California on I-5, this structure advertised the mythical state of Jefferson on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Exit Signs
This exit sign approaching Yreka, California demonstrated the high exit numbers on I-5 there on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Exit Signs
Exit 773 in Yreka was the highest number seen on 1-November-2008; exit 796 for Hilt is the last in California.

Steam - Yreka Western
Yreka Western 2-8-2 #19 sat at the water tank in Yreka, California on the morning of 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The right side of Yreka Western's 2-8-2 #19 was observed at the water tank in Yreka, California on 1-November-2008.

Yreka - Photo Line
A photo line of railfans, mostly from California, prepared for the first move of the day on 1-November-2008.

Yreka - Depot
The inside of the old Yreka Western depot in Yreka, California served as a museum as seen on 1-November-2008.

Yreka - Depot
A handcar display was amongst the railroad artifacts shown inside the Yreka, California depot on 1-November-2008.

Yreka - Depot
An HO-scale model railroad occupied one end of the Yreka, California depot and was operating on 1-November-2008.

Yreka - Scooter
A scooter appropriate for the mountain climate arrived at the Yreka, California depot on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
Now prepared to move, Baldwin-built 2-8-2 #19 started forward from the water tank at Yreka, California on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
As the sun came out briefly, Yreka Western 2-8-2 #19 moved forward at Yreka, California on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
A burst of sunlight shone on Yreka Western's Baldwin #19 during a switching move on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
Yreka Western steam locomotive #19 backed onto the freight portion of its train on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The Yreka Western's attractive 2-8-2 #19 performed a switching move at Yreka, California on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
During a brief sun break, Yreka Western #19 pulled forward at Yreka, California on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Yreka Depot
The depot at Yreka, California receded into the distance as seen from the departing steam train on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Yreka
The main entrance to Yreka was partially obscured by I-5 as seen from the departing train on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Yreka
The north end of Yreka, California and its hotels were noted from the steam train on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Yreka
A look back toward the central city of Yreka, California was taken climbing out of town on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Open Car
The open car on the Yreka Western train was well-occupied as the train climbed out of Yreka on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
Yreka Western 2-8-2 #19 worked uphill above Yreka during the first photo run-by of the day on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
These bulkheads flats were the normal cargo for the Yreka Western as seen outside Yreka on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
Yreka Western 2-8-2 #19 charged uphill during a second photo run-by above Yreka on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The freight portion of the train was mostly in view as Yreka Western #19 passed the photo line on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
Yreka Western's steam locomotive #19 pulled uphill above Yreka, California on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The morning sun shone on Yreka Western #19 during the photo run-by outside Yreka on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The Yreka Western's unique combination caboose and open car carried the markers for the train on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Caboose Goose
The "Blue Goose" theme of the train was accentuated by this caboose ornamentation on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Satellite Dishes
These satellite dishes lined the track near the top of hill leaving Yreka, California on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The Yreka Western train drifted downgrade toward the Shasta River on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Paradise Craggy
A view to the north descending the hill provided a look at Paradise Craggy north of Yreka on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
As the train rounded a tight curve, this view of the Yreka Western was obtained on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
Horses seemed oblivious to the passage of the Yreka Western steam train east of Yreka, California on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Timber Products Company
The water tower of the Timber Products Company came into view beyond the train on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Timber Products Water Tower
The Timber Products water tower, still reading "Hi-Ridge Lumber", was passed on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Timber Products Company
The headquarters of the Timber Products Company east of Yreka, California was noted on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Timber Products Company
The tracks passed right through the lumber mill of the Timber Products Company on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Timber Products Company
The loading zone of the Timber Products Company lumber mill was traversed by the train on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Siskiyou Daily News Boxes
Mailboxes for the Siskiyou Daily News were noted on Flock Road east of Yreka, California on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The Yreka Western train accelerated away from the Timber Products Company mill east of Yreka on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The Timber Products Company lumber mill loomed in the distance during a photo run-by on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The Yreka Western train executed a photo run-by east of the Timber Products Company mill on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
Yreka Western's little 2-8-2 #19 proved it could put on a fervent display of smoke east of Yreka on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The Yreka Western "Montague Mixed" ran along the valley floor east of Yreka, California on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The Yreka Western "Montague Mixed" moved past a classic rural scene east of Yreka, California on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
Steam 2-8-2 #19 put the Timber Products facility far in the background east of Yreka on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
Yreka Western's 2-8-2 or Mikado locomotive demonstrated its ability to make smoke east of Yreka on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Pond
As the train continued its eastbound journey, it passed a pond next to the tracks east of Yreka on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Pheasant
The train upset a few pheasants as it made its journey to Montague, including this one noted on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Horses
A group of horses seemed almost completely oblivious to the passage of a steam train east of Yreka on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Horses
The horses seemed nonplussed by the presence of an iron horse near their location on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Hills
The Yreka Western train descended toward the Shasta River east of Yreka, California on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Milepost 3
The "Blue Goose" theme was reflected in the unusual mileposts along the line, as shown by milepost 3 on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Shed
An old shed lined the Yreka Western line as it descended toward the Shasta River on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Shasta River
The tracks crossed the northward-flowing Shasta River near milepost 3 from Montague on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
After crossing the Shasta River, the train climbed out of the river valley on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Marsh
Marshes surrounded the Shasta River as observed from the steam train on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The steam train continued moving uphill near the Shasta River west of Montague on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
During a photo run-by, Yreka Western #19 accelerated away from the Shasta River bridge on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The Yreka Western "Montague Mixed" accelerated during a photo run-by near the Shasta River on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
Yreka Western #19 with empty flatcars rounded a curve east of the Shasta River on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The entire Yreka Western "Montague Mixed" train was in view near the Shasta River on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Valley
The fall scenery of the Shasta River Valley looked rather bland west of Montague, California on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Hill
The Yreka Western's "Montague Mixed" climbed the final grade into the town of Montague, California on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The livestock's eye-view of a Yreka Western steam train was obtained west of Montague, California on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Hilltop
The highest ground near the Shasta River was passed by the Yreka Western steam train on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Deer
Deer ran along the tracks west of Montague, California as viewed from the Yreka Western on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Deer
The deer ran away from the train, not being overjoyed with the presence of the iron horse on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Deer
A deer paused not far from the Yreka Western tracks west of Montague, California on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The steam train rounded a curve on the approach to its destination of Montague, California on 1-November-2008.

Montague - Poem
This poem served as the town verse in Montague, California as seen in the city park on 1-November-2008.

Montague - 11th Street
The historic main street in Montague, California was strangely designated 11th Street on 1-November-2008.

Montague - Opera House
The one-time Opera House on 11th Street in Montague, California was looking for a new tenant on 1-November-2008.

Montague - Walking Cat
Look carefully--a cat was going for a walk with two canine and one human companion in Montague on 1-November-2008.

Montague - Statue
This statue paid tribute to the wild-west heritage of the town of Montague, California on 1-November-2008.

Montague - Steam Train
The Yreka Western steam train backed across Webb Street in Montague, California on 1-November-2008.

Montague - Steam Locomotive
The Montague Fire Department provided water for the Yreka Western steam locomotive on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
After watering, Yreka Western 2-8-2 #19 prepared to put its train back together after lunch on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The two locomotives, steam and diesel, proceeded with their switching moves at Montague on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Deer
These deer had no problem walking through yards in the town of Montague, California on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Oregon Slough
The steam train crossed the creek known as Oregon Slough just west of Montague, California on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Trees
This grove of trees along Oregon Slough provided a cluster of fall colors west of Montague on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Deer
More deer ran along the Yreka Western tracks west of Montague, California on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Shasta River Bridge
The Yreka Western train approached the Shasta River Bridge west of Montague, California on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Shasta River
Looking upriver toward its source near Mount Shasta, the Shasta River was a small body of water on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Shasta River
Looking downriver, the Shasta River would empty into the Klamath River within ten miles on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
Yreka Western #19 provided one run-by with the locomotive facing the train near the Shasta River on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The steam train ran as a passenger-only consist on its return to Yreka as captured on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The tender-first photo run-by with Yreka Western #19 proceeded near the Shasta River on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Diesel Train
The Yreka Western diesel handled the freight train westbound out of Montague as captured on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Diesel Train
Yreka Western SW8 #21 passed the photo run-by line with the freight cars on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Timber Products Company
Wood chips were noted at the Timber Products Company plant east of Yreka, California on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
Yreka Western #19 pulled its train up the hill toward Yreka, California operating in reverse on 1-November-2008.

Scenery - Horses
More bored horses watched the Yreka Western steam train climb the hill to Yreka, California on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The steam train sat at the platform in Yreka, California after returning from Montague on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
At the end of the run, the conductor removed the marker lamps from the caboose of the train on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
Its work completed for the season, Yreka Western #19 posed one last time at Yreka, California on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The cab of Yreka Western 2-8-2 #19 was viewed as it rested at Yreka, California on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
A view of the engineer's seat of Yreka Western #19 was obtained as it sat at Yreka, California on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
The tender of Yreka Western #19 was filled for a final time at Yreka, California on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
Bearing Baldwin serial #42000, Yreka Western #19 backed toward the engine house on 1-November-2008.

Steam - Yreka Western
Yreka Western #19 disappeared into the shop in Yreka, California for the final time on 1-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
McCloud Railway 2-6-2 #25 backed from the shops toward the station in McCloud, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
65-ton McCloud Railway #25 steamed softly at McCloud, California as Martin Hansen inspected on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
McCloud Railway 2-6-2 #25 prepared to depart McCloud, California with its excursion train on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
The McCloud Railway special departed McCloud, California after a delay on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
65-ton Alco #25 passed the photo line at West Colombero Drive in McCloud, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
A second photo run-by was held just outside the main yard in McCloud, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
1925-era Alco product #25 put on a show at the McCloud wye in McCloud, California on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Scales
An old truck scale was visible north of the old mill at McCloud, California as seen from the train on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Forest
The scenery east of McCloud headed toward Bartle, California was mostly pine forest as seen on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
McCloud Railway #25 accelerated uphill toward Esperanza Road east of McCloud, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
The McCloud Railway excursion train ran through the forest east of McCloud, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
McCloud Railway 2-6-2 #25 approached the photo line at Esperanza Road east of McCloud, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
It may have had some steaming troubles, but McCloud Railway #25 still put on a show east of McCloud on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Grade Change
The rolling profile of the McCloud Railway east of McCloud, California could be seen on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Forest
Whisps of steam lingered along the tracks as the McCloud train continued east through the forest on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
McCloud Railway #25 proved it could produce some serious smoke near milepost 9 of the Bartle Block on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
The classic McCloud Railway train approached the photo line at milepost 9 east of McCloud on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
Red ballast, pine trees, and a steam train--this was the McCloud as experienced near milepost 9 on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Road
Heading back toward McCloud in a light rain, the train crossed Forest Road 13 on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
The interior of the McCloud Railway Dinner Train cars were quite ornate, as observed on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
A second dining car offered seats with even higher backs to keep the noise down as seen on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
Upon return to McCloud, California, the locomotive stopped to take on additional water on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
A crew member ensured that the watering process continued at McCloud, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
The line had a semaphore on display next to the locomotive's watering location in McCloud on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Snowplow
An unusual snowplow was noted sitting in the yard in McCloud, California on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Milepost 1
A variety of signs marked milepost 1 of the line between McCloud and Mount Shasta City on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
McCloud Railway #25 rounded a tight curve to the left as it started up the 4% grade up the mountain on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Smoke and Trees
Smoke from the locomotive nicely filled the space between the trees west of McCloud, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
A bit of fall color lined the tracks as the train climbed higher toward Mount Shasta City on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Open Car
A sizable group of railfans braved the rainy conditions to take pictures from the open car on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
The train rounded another tight curve as it continued uphill west of McCloud, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
Twice on the climb, the train stopped to allow the locomotive to build up boiler pressure on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
After a short stop, McCloud Railway #25 continued westbound up the 4% grade toward Mount Shasta City on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
A crew member shoveled sand onto the rails in front of locomotive #25 as the climb continued on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Hooper
What appeared to be a former water tank site was passed at Hooper, California on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Curve
The tracks descended back toward McCloud as viewed from the rear of the train west of Hooper on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
The train rounded a right-hand curve as the climb up the mountain continued west of McCloud on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Rock
A rock decorated to look like a bear lined the tracks as the train continued uphill from McCloud on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Hillside
The trees briefly cleared long enough to see the adjacent hills around Mount Shasta on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Forest
Most of the line was surrounded by a forest containing a variety of trees as shown in this 2-November-2008 picture.

Steam - McCloud Railway
The train crossed the switch at Signal Butte and entered the switchback lead, ending its climb on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Signal Butte
The track to the left went down to McCloud and the track to the right went to Mount Shasta City, seen 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Signal Butte
This turntable site had once been used for snowplows at Signal Butte, California, seen on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
The crew in the cab of 2-6-2 #25 prepared for a photo run-by at Signal Butte, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
The excursion train backed toward McCloud to begin the photo run-by at Signal Butte, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
1925-era 2-6-2 #25 started to charge back toward Signal Butte, California during the photo run-by on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
A closer look at Alco serial #66435, McCloud #25, during the photo run-by at Signal Butte, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
A triumphant McCloud Railway #25 put on a display of smoke at Signal Butte, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
McCloud Railway 2-6-2 #25 worked upgrade toward Signal Butte, California during a photo run-by on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
The McCloud Railway train came out of the curve below Signal Butte, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
McCloud Railway 2-6-2 #25 put up a plume of smoke approaching Signal Butte, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
All 65 tons of McCloud Railway #25 approached the photo line at Signal Butte, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
McCloud Railway 2-6-2 #25 rounded the final curve at Signal Butte, California during a photo run-by on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
The engineer started to blow the whistle for the photo line crowd at Signal Butte, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
A closer look was obtained at McCloud Railway #25 on its final trip to Signal Butte, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
McCloud Railway #25 made another assault on Signal Butte for a photo run-by on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Trees
Typical trees were viewed as the train began its descent from Signal Butte, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
The train drifted downgrade, running backwards to McCloud, California on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Curve
A typical curve on the twisting line between McCloud and Signal Butte was viewed from the open car on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Crossing
There were few crossings in the forest, but this road crossed the tracks near Hooper, California on 2-November-2008.

Scenery - Curve
The train rounded a curve through the pine trees outside of McCloud, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
McCloud Railway #25 backed its train down the hill toward McCloud, California on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
2-6-2 #25 rested at McCloud, California after returning from Signal Butte on 2-November-2008.

Steam - McCloud Railway
McCloud Railway #25 ran ahead as light power toward the engine shed in McCloud, California on 2-November-2008.

McCloud - Shops
2-6-2 #25 disappeared into the shop building of the McCloud Railway in McCloud, California on 2-November-2008.

McCloud - Shops
Inside the shops, 2-6-2 #25 shared the shop building with SD38's #36 and #37 on 2-November-2008.

Dunsmuir - Tank
The famous tank at Dunsmuir, California was viewed at the Union Pacific yards on 2-November-2008.

Dunsmuir - Turntable
The old but serviceable turntable at Dunsmuir, California sat silently on the evening of 2-November-2008.

Dunsmuir - Webcam
The location of the famous Dunsmuir, California railroad webcam could be seen in the engine shed on 2-November-2008.
Thanksgiving in Washington State, 2008

Bellevue - Maggie and Chuck
Maggie the cat was in her normal position on Chuck Gleich's lap in Bellevue, Washington on 24-November-2008.

Bellevue - Thanksgiving Dinner
Kathy Gleich cut up the pork roast at a day-before-Thanksgiving dinner on 26-November-2008.

Bellevue - Thanksgiving Dinner
Kathy Gleich, Chuck Gleich, and Patrick McGrady were in attendance for dinner on 26-November-2008.

Kirkland - Bennett Kvam
Bennett Kvam, Patrick McGrady's grandson, was about one month old at his home in Kirkland on 26-November-2008.

Bellevue - New Safeway
The new Safeway store along Bellevue Way in Downtown Bellevue was noted at dusk on 24-November-2008.

Bellevue - Gregg's Bellevue Cycle
Gregg's Bellevue Cycle in downtown Bellevue was noted along Bellevue Way at dusk on 24-November-2008.

Kennewick - Downtown Parkade
The so-called "Parkdale" of historic Kennewick, Washington along Kennewick Avenue was pictured on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - Columbia Pharmacy
The 1904-era Columbia Pharmacy building was the first permanent structure in Kennewick, Washington, seen 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - Irrigation District Building
The Irrigation District Building in Kennewick was built in 1948 and was observed along Kennewick Ave on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - Irrigation District Building
The 2003 "Watercourse" sculpture by Michael G. Booth was in front of the Irrigation District Building on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - Downtown Clock
The downtown clock was located at Kennewick Avenue and Auburn Street in Kennewick observed in 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - Stag Saloon
The 1906-era Stag Saloon was the first brick building in Kennewick, noted from Canal Drive on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - Stag Saloon
The Stag Saloon building, officially 27 North Auburn Street, was viewed from Canal Drive in Kennewick on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - P.J. Murphy Building
The P.J. Murphy Building in Kennewick started in 1920 as the Liberty Theatre, later the Roxy, seen 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - Grasping the Ungraspable
Tom McClelland's 2002 sculpture "Grasping the Ungraspable" was at Kennewick Avenue and Benton Street on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - Christmas Tree
Kennewick's official Christmas Tree was located at Benton Street and Kennewick Avenue on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - Old J.C. Penny Site
The J.C. Penny chain once had a site in Kennewick, revealed by this fading sign on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - Muldrow House
The 1910-era Muldrow House was located at 505 West Kennewick Avenue in Kennewick, Washington on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - E. Sheppard Home
The 1908-era E. Sheppard Home was located at 515 West Kennewick Avenue in Kennewick on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - 529 West Kennewick Avenue
This dutch colonial-style home at 529 West Kennewick Avenue added color to the neighborhood on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - 811 West Kennewick Avenue
The house at 811 West Kennewick Avenue, rented by my grandparents in 1942, still looked the same on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - 823 West Kennewick Avenue
The house at 823 West Kennewick Avenue featured this miniature stonehedge in its front yard on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - 1009 West Kennewick Avenue
A nice set of holiday displays had already gone up at 1009 West Kennewick Avenue on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - 1111 West Kennewick Avenue
The carriage house at 1111 West Kennewick Avenue was an effective gas station museum when observed on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - Gas Prices
Gas was comfortably below $2.00 a gallon at 10th Avenue and Washington Street in Kennewick on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - Thanksgiving Dinner
Kathy, Chuck, and Floyd Gleich were seated for Thanksgiving dinner in Kennewick, Washington on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - Thanksgiving Dinner
Pat Gleich looked over the Thanksgiving Dinner she had prepared in Kennewick, Washington on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - Thanksgiving
The tryptophan from the turkey was clearly having an impact in Kennewick, Washington on 27-November-2008.

Kennewick - Floyd and Diane
Floyd Gleich and Diane Cowan conversed in Floyd's house in Kennewick, Washington on 28-November-2008.

Kennewick - Floyd Chuck and Diane
Floyd Gleich and cousins Chuck Gleich and Diane Cowan talked in Kennewick, Washington on 28-November-2008.

Kennewick - Family Picture
Floyd, Carol, Pat, Chuck, and Diane posed for a picture in Kennewick, Washington on 28-November-2008.

Kennewick - Pat and Floyd
My grandparents, Pat and Floyd Gleich, enjoyed a television program on 28-November-2008.

Kennewick - Floyd Gleich
Floyd Gleich likes to keep his home warm in winter--but what did that thermometer say on 28-November-2008?

Kennewick - Temperature
That's right. It says "79.2 degrees Fahrenheit" inside in Kennewick, Washington on 28-November-2008.

Kennewick - Iron Doorstop
An old iron served as a doorstop at the back door of the Gleich home in Kennewick, Washington on 29-November-2008.

Kennewick - Apricot Tree
The apricot tree in the backyard in Kennewick, Washington had just been trimmed on 29-November-2008.

Kennewick - Pickup Truck
Floyd Gleich had gotten his pickup truck re-painted prior to this shot on 29-November-2008.

Kennewick - Vietnam Veteran's Memorial
Kennewick's Vietnam Veteran's Memorial stood next to the Cable (Ed Hendler) Bridge on 28-November-2008.

Kennewick - Bridges Sign
This information sign described the crossings of the Columbia River at Kennewick, Washington on 28-November-2008.

Kennewick - Hendler Bridge
The Cable Bridge, now called the Ed Hendler Bridge, reflected in the Columbia River on 28-November-2008.

Kennewick - Hendler Bridge
This plaque on the tower of the Hendler Bridge was the original installed in 1978, observed on 2-January-2009.

Kennewick - Railroad Bridge
A loaded, westbound BNSF grain train crossed the Columbia River into Kennewick, Washington on 28-November-2008.

Kennewick - Railroad Bridge
The full ten spans of the BNSF bridge over the Columbia River was viewed with a grain train on 28-November-2008.

Kennewick - Dead Salmon
A dead salmon was seen washed up on the side of the Columbia River in Kennewick, Washington on 28-November-2008.

Scenery - Badger Mountain
This pickup was stranded on Badger Mountain in October after an illegal entry, noted on 28-November-2008.

Scenery - Badger Mountain
The view from Badger Mountain toward the southwest and I-82 and the railroad was taken on a cloudy 28-November-2008.

Scenery - Badger Mountain
Cranberry Mountain, to the east of Badger Mountain, was viewed from the 1500-foot summit on 28-November-2008.

Scenery - Badger Mountain
The confluence of the Yakima River with the Columbia River was viewed from Badger Mountain on a cloudy 28-November-2008.

Scenery - Badger Mountain
The view toward Kennewick, Washington from Badger Mountain was obscured by the weather on 28-November-2008.

Scenery - Badger Mountain
A look toward Richland the Columbia River reach was obtained from Badger Mountain on 28-November-2008.

Scenery - Badger Mountain
A view roughly toward West Richland from Badger Mountain was quite obscured on 28-November-2008.

Scenery - Badger Mountain
A view of the trail ascending Badger Mountain was obtained while descending on 28-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The 1911-era railroad depot in Toppenish, Washington was home to a museum on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The Northern Pacific Railroad Museum was housed in the Toppenish, Washington depot on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The lobby of the Toppenish depot was hosting the Toy Train Christmas of the railway museum on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
A model of Northern Pacific #1346, under restoration near-by, was in Toppenish on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The depot ticket office in Toppenish, Washington had been restored as viewed on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The location of the bulletins in the Toppenish, Washington depot was still standing in the museum on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
A model railroad sat upstairs in the Toppenish, Washington depot as noted on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The model railroad was actually dual-scale as close examination would note on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
Portable layouts were in every corner during Toy Train Christmas in Toppenish, Washington on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The depot counter in Toppenish had been turned into a refreshment stand as captured on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The old clerk's office was fully restored at the Northern Pacific Railway Museum as seen on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The old scales were noted in the freight house portion of the depot in Toppenish on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
A variety of historical signs were hung in the freight house section of the Northern Pacific Museum on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
One of the "Toy Train Christmas" trains ran on a luggage cart in the Toppenish museum on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
A G-scale model of the North Coast Limited ran during the Toy Train Christmas in Toppenish on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
A tram ran above the largest layout during the Toy Train Christmas in the Northern Pacific Musuem on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
A pair of steam locomotives ran around the G-scale layout during the Toy Train Christmas on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
An upside-down tree decorated the freight room during the Toy Train Christmas on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The caboose of the Santa Train backed into the depot at Toppenish, Washington on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The interior of the former Burlington Northern caboose was decorated for the holidays in Toppenish on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The train arrived at the North Pole for a visit to Santa Claus in Toppenish, Washington on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The train prepared to depart the Toppenish, Washington depot as viewed from the North Pole on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The Santa Train approached the North Pole to pick up visitors after seeing Santa in Toppenish on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The classic red caboose carried the makers of the Santa Train at the North Pole on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The caboose of the second caboose had a much more traditional appearance as noted on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
A flagman made sure traffic had stopped at 2nd Avenue in Toppenish, Washington on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The former Northern Pacific depot was observed from the approaching train on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
Former Northern Pacific 4-6-2 #2152 was undergoing slow restoration at Toppenish, Washington on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The last remaining 1921-era Mann McCann snowplow was at the Northern Pacific Museum on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
This rotating Griswold-type crossing sign from Rock Island, Washington was preserved in Toppenish on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
This Wig-Way-type sign from a joint UP-NP crossing in Zillah, Washington was preserved in Toppenish on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - Northern Pacific Museum
The freight house was where active restoration was ongoing at the NP Museum in Toppenish on 29-November-2008.

Toppenish - American Hop Museum
The 1917-era American Hop Museum building was also in Toppenish, but it was not open on 29-November-2008.
Holiday Scenes, 2008

Toronto - Bloor West Tree
A city of Toronto, Ontario crew prepared to assemble the Bloor West neighborhood's lighting tree on 11-November-2008.

Toronto - Bloor West Tree
A crew prepared to lift the Bloor West neighborhood's tree onto the Alex Ling Fountain on 11-November-2008.

Toronto - Bloor West Tree
The tree over the Alex Ling Fountain near Bloor and Jane in Toronto, Ontario was fully lit on 13-November-2008.

Toronto - Bloor West Tree
Snow surrounded the tree at Bloor and Jane in Toronto, Ontario after the first snowfall of the season, 22-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Police Chief
Police Chief William Blair opened the the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Blinky
A perennial kids' favorite, the police car known as Blinky helped open the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - TTC Prius
The Toronto Transit Commission didn't have a holiday car, but it did send a Prius to the parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Elephant
A rather small Christmas elephant drove a golf cart down Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Flags
The Toronto Police Department carried flags during the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Police
Police officers marched down Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario during the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Police Band
The police band played holiday music as they marched down Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Global Float
The Global Television Network sponsored this float with a news desk in the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Flags
Firefighters carried a plethora of flags down Bloor Street during the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Lowes Float
The Lowes home improvement chain sponsored this float with a goose in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Cows
The wildlife costume parade began with this group of cows coming down Bloor Street in Toronto on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Queen's University Band
The Queen's University Band came from Kingston, Ontario to play in the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Queen's Cheerleaders
The Queen's University cheerleaders performed on Bloor Street during the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - McDonald's Float
The McDonald's-sponsored float came down Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Hamburgler
The Hamburgler walked down Bloor Street in Toronto during the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Hamburgler
The McDonald's character Hamburgler hugged a child watching the Santa Claus Parade on Bloor Street on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Grimace
Grimace and Ronald McDonald waved from the McDonald's-sponsored float in the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Mr. Peanut
Mr. Peanut shook hands with Santa Claus Parade goers along Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Ukranian Band
The band of the Baturyn Ukranian Youth Association marched in the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Pigs
A line of pigs marched down Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Tigger and Pooh
Tigger and Pooh headlined the Disney-sponsored float in the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Disney Float
Tigger and Pooh rode the Disney-sponsored float down Bloor Street in the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - All-Girls Marching Band
The Seaforth and District All-Girls Marching Band marched in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Dragons
A line of dragons marched down Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario during the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Flickr
The Yahoo Flickr bicycle was taking pictures of the crowd during the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Yahoo Float
The Yahoo-sponsored float was approaching during Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Yahoo Float
The Yahoo float continued to take keyboard input on Bloor Street during the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - CCI Band
The CCI Community Band from Collingsworth, Ontario marched in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - The Brick Float
The Brick sponsored a Little Red Riding Hood float in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - The Brick Float
Some of the junior wolves on The Brick's float in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade waved on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - The Brick Float
Little Red Riding Hood was in clearer view as The Brick float headed down Bloor Street on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Bunnies
Bunny rabbits carried carrots down Bloor Street during the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Duracell Cars
Children driving the miniature Duracell cars were always a highlight of the Santa Claus Parade, seen 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Malvern Band
The Malvern Band from Toronto marched down Bloor Street in the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Barbie Float
The Barbie Diamond Castle Float showed off the doll characters in the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - E.L. Crossley Band
The E.L. Crossley Band from Niagara, Ontario marched in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Bees
A group of bees marched down Bloor Street in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Monkeys
Monkeys carried bananas in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Pizza Pizza Man
The Pizza Pizza Man either intended to spread dough or hit someone on the head on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Pizza Pizza Float
The Pizza Pizza float featured bears eating pizza in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Pizza Pizza Float
A bear cub tried to fish a piece of pizza out of his father's hands in the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Sunflowers
Sunflowers walked down Bloor Street in Toronto during the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Potted Plants
A line of potted plants walked down Bloor Street during Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Gerbils
A set of gerbils provided a different kind of scene as they walked in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Johnson City Band
The Johnson City High School band from Johnson City, New York twirled its flags in Toronto on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Johnson City Band
The band of the Johnson City Wildcats from New York marched in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Johnson City Band
The Xylophone players were prominent in the performance of the Johnson City Band in Toronto on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Cats
A group of cats marched down Bloor Street during the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Sound of Music Float
The Sound of Music Float, honoring the performance after the summer CBC reality show, was noted on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Sound of Music Float
"How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria?" winner, 23 year-old Elicia Mackenzie was in the parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Snowmen
Snowmen were dragged along Bloor Street during Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Waterloo Band
The University of Waterloo Band from Waterloo, Ontario marched in the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Canadian Tire Float
The Canadian Tire Float featured--what else?--a hockey game in the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Gingerbread Men
A group of gingerbread men marched down Bloor Street in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Quinte Band
The RCSCC Quinte Band from Belleville, Ontario was one of over 20 bands in the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Sobeys Float
The Sobey's grocery store float featured a delivery truck in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Chefs
A group of chefs looked for a kitchen on Bloor Street in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Engineering Band
These flag bearers portended the arrival of the University of Toronto's Engineering Band on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Engineering Band
Note the headgear worn by the University of Toronto's Engineering Band in the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - CHFI Float
The CHFI 98.1 FM float featured a flock of penguins in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - North Toronto Band
The snow started to fall heavily as the North Toronto Collegiate Marching Band started by on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - North Toronto Band
The North Toronto Collegiate Band played through the increasing snowfall as the band marched on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Zeller's Float
The Zeller's float sleigh found itself in appropriate weather conditions on Bloor Street on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Philippine Heritage Band
How could a parade in Toronto be complete without the Philippine Heritage Band noted on 16-November-2008?

Santa Claus Parade - Western Mustang Band
The Western Mustang Band marched down Bloor Street during Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Penguins
Penguins were well-adapted to marching through the snow during Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Smart Centres Float
Penguins again dominated the Smart Centres Float in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Silver Flutes
The Haliburton Highlands Silver Flutes participated in the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Metro Float
The Metro (formerly Dominion) float featured a gingerbread locomotive in the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Defiance Band
The Defiance High School Marching Band of Class, all the way from Defiance, Ohio, marched in Toronto on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Polar Bears
Polar bears carried fish down Toronto's Bloor Street during the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Coke Float
The famous polar bears from the Coca-Cola float participated in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Coke Float
Another angle of the very popular Coke float and its polar bears in Toronto was taken on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Queen's York Rangers
The Queen's York Rangers from Toronto marched down Bloor Street during the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Global
A variety of fairy tales advertised for Global's television coverage of the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Wal-Mart Float
The Wal-Mart float featured Mr. Potatohead in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Mr. Kool-Aid
Mr. Kool-Aid looked quite out-of-place in the aftermath of the snowfall in Toronto, Ontario on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Kraft Float
The Kraft Foods Float was one of more than 20 in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Attica Band
The Attica Marching Band from Attica, New York participated in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Snow Princess
A Snow Princess came down Bloor Street with her entourage in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Winners Float
A sled dog was featured on the Winners Float in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Holiday Dresses
A line of women in red dresses followed by a line of women in green dresses provided holiday spirit on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Holiday Dresses
More holiday-colored dresses paraded down Bloor Street in Toronto, Ontario on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Sears Float
The Sears Float featured a bear sledding down the Santa Claus Parade route in Toronto on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Ridley College Band
The Ridley College Band from St. Catharines, Ontario marched down Bloor Street in Toronto on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Fred Claus Float
The float promoting the movie Fred Claus featured a nice Christmas scene in the Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Salvation Army
As with all bands in the parade, the Salvation Army Band was portended by a display of flags on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Salvation Army Band
The Salvation Army Band marched down Bloor Street during Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Salvation Army Band
Was that Santa Claus watching the parade from the second floor above Bloor Street on 16-November-2008?

Santa Claus Parade - Toys "R" Us Float
Santa's workshop was featured in this Toys "R" Us float in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Toys "R" Us Float
Another look at Santa's workshop on the Toys "R" Us float was obtained on Bloor Street on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Burlington Teen Tour Band
The Burlington Teen Tour Band from Burlington, Ontario marched in Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Reindeer
Reindeer and Christmas Trees marched down Bloor Street during Toronto's Santa Claus Parade on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Santa Claus
At long last, Santa Claus' float came into view in Toronto complete with his reindeer on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Santa Claus
Santa Claus waved to the crowds along Bloor Street at the Santa Claus Parade in Toronto, Ontario on 16-November-2008.

Santa Claus Parade - Santa Claus
Santa Claus passed the observing Santa Claus along Bloor Street in Toronto on 16-November-2008.

Holiday - Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
The Canadian Pacific Holiday Train approached its performance site at West Toronto, Ontario on 2-December-2008.

Holiday - Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
The snowflake and reindeer decorations were in motion on the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train on 2-December-2008.

Holiday - Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
Canadian Pacific diesel #9815 wore a holiday tree and snowflakes at Lambton Yard in Toronto, Ontario on 2-December-2008.

Holiday - Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
People lined up to tour the cab of the Canadian Pacific locomotive at Lambton Yard in Toronto, Ontario on 2-December-2008.

Holiday - Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
Canadian Pacific AC4400CW #9815 showed off its holiday decorations at Lambton Yard in Toronto on 2-December-2008.

Holiday - Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
These boxcars spelled out the "Canadian Pacific Holiday Train" at Lambton Yard in Toronto, Ontario on 2-December-2008.

Holiday - Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
The electrical generator for the Holiday Train wore winter scenes left over from the Spirit Train on 2-December-2008.

Holiday - Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
Santa's sleigh decorated this boxcar in the Holiday Train at Lambton Yard in Toronto, Ontario on 2-December-2008.

Holiday - Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
The flying reindeers were on the side of this boxcar in the "Junction" neighborhood of Toronto, Ontario on 2-December-2008.

Holiday - Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
The flying reindeer jumped downward on the boxcar of the Holiday Train in Toronto, Ontario on 2-December-2008.

Holiday - Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
Toronto city councilperson Bill Saundercook introduced the Holiday Train at Lambton Yard on 2-December-2008.

Holiday - Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
Johnny Reid performed on the stage of the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train in Toronto, Ontario on 2-December-2008.

Holiday - Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
Country singers Johnny Reid and Tracey Brown performed holiday songs at Lambton Yard in Toronto on 2-December-2008.

Holiday - Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
Santa Claus joined the performers onstage during the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train performance on 2-December-2008.

Holiday - Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
Enroute to its next stop at Vaughn, the Holiday Train departed Toronto, Ontario at Osler Street on 2-December-2008.

Holiday - Canadian Pacific Holiday Train
The "Van Horne" observation car carried the markers of the Canadian Pacific Holiday Train on 2-December-2008.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
CBC Radio One "Here and Now" host Matt Galloway spoke with Theatre Review Critic Lynn Slotkin on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
CBC Radio One's Matt Galloway hosted a live broadcast of "Here and Now" in the Glenn Gould Studio on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
CBC newsman Robert Fisher and traffic reporter Jim Curran prepared for their live reports on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Veteran CBC news reporter Robert Fisher delivered a bottom-of-the-hour report during "Here and Now" on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
CBC traffic reporter Jim Curran had been guiding Toronto drivers for more than thirty years on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Jason Wilson sat at the piano performing as the house band during the CBC's "Here and Now" on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Host Matt Galloway and a meteorologist reacted to a joke during a sports report during "Here and Now" on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Juan Cloran and Blair Williams from the "It's a Wonderful Life" cast performed during "Here and Now" on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Maria McLean and Mike Sharia played the Baileys from "It's a Wonderful Life" during "Here and Now" on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
The Barenaked Ladies performed "Green Christmas" and "Jingle Bells" on the CBC's "Here and Now" on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Steven Page of the Barenaked Ladies, still in legal hot water from a US drug arrest, was at the CBC on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Ed Robertson of the Barenaked Ladies performed during the live broadcast of "Here and Now" on the CBC on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
"How Do You Solve a Problem Like Maria?" winner Elicia MacKenzie adjusted her microphone at the CBC on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
"Sound of Music" lead Elicia Mackenzie smiled during the a live performance on CBC Radio One on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - CBC Sounds of the Season
Daily Bread Food Bank Executive Director Gail Nyberg with Matt Galloway on the CBC's "Here and Now" on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - The Bay Store Windows
The window of The Bay at Queen and Yonge featured trains and shelves of toys on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - The Bay Store Windows
The two toy trains running through the window at The Bay in Toronto, Ontario met on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - The Bay Store Windows
Santa oversaw the toy shop in the windows of The Bay in downtown Toronto, Ontario on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - The Bay Store Windows
The clock in the window of The Bay in Toronto, Ontario counted down the time until Christmas on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - The Bay Store Windows
A snowy scene with kids playing was included in the windows of The Bay store in Toronto on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - The Bay Store Windows
Santa's sleigh was featured in the store windows of The Bay on Queen Street in Toronto on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - The Bay Store Windows
Of course, a Hudson's Bay Company Store would have to appear in the window of the modern Bay on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - The Bay Store Windows
A kitchen scene of preparing a holiday meal appeared in the window of The Bay on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - The Bay Store Windows
A holiday feast led by Santa Claus was in the window of The Bay in Toronto on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - The Bay Store Windows
Queen Neiva of the Pearl and Argentane of the Diamond started a fairy tale in the windows of The Bay on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - The Bay Store Windows
Continuing the forest fairy tale along Yonge Street in Toronto, was Iridessa, guardian of amethyst, on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - The Bay Store Windows
Philleda, the guardian of the emerald, was the next scene of the windows of The Bay in Toronto on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - The Bay Store Windows
Alutura, the guardian of the ruby, provided the nutrients for the forest to survive at The Bay on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - The Bay Store Windows
The fairy Lucinda, guardian of the Sapphire, was in the windows of The Bay in Toronto on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - Nathan Philips Square
The ice rink at Nathan Philips Square in Toronto was in full operation of the evening of 5-December-2008.

Holiday - Nathan Philips Square
This holiday light display was adjacent to Nathan Philips Square in Toronto, Ontario on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Christmas Tree
Toronto's Official Christmas Tree graced Natan Phillips Square in front of City Hall on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Christmas Tree
This 62-foot tall spruce tree from Keswick, Ontario served as Toronto's Official Christmas Tree on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto City Hall
Toronto's City Hall was bathed in green light for the Cavalcade of Lights on the evening of 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Dragonette Concert
The UK-based but mostly Canadian rock group Dragonette performed during the Cavalcade of Lights on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Dragonette Concert
Dragonette lead singer Martina Sorbara, originally from Timmins, Ontario, sang in Toronto, Ontario on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Dragonette Concert
The green hue of Toronto's City Hall dominated the scene about the Dragonette concert on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Dragonette Concert
Snowflakes were projected onto Toronto's City Hall during the Dragonette Concert on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
The Cavalcade of Lights fireworks at Toronto's City Hall started right on schedule on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
Rockets rose toward the top of Toronto's City Hall during the fireworks display on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
The holiday theme was carried through the color choices during the fireworks display in Toronto on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
Fireworks ringed the top of Toronto's City Hall during the Cavalcade of Lights on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
Red-colored rockets emanated from the top of Toronto's City Hall during the fireworks display on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
More rockets were launched closer to ground level during Toronto's Cavalcade of Lights fireworks on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
White clusters rose about white rockets during the Cavalcade of Lights Fireworks in Toronto on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
Red rockets erupted from the top of Toronto's City Hall during the holiday fireworks display on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
This exposure obscured the spinning fireworks on the side of Toronto's City Hall during the display on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
Snowflakes were projected on the side of Toronto's City Hall during the Cavalcade of Lights fireworks on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
Purple highlights joined the white fireworks during Toronto's Cavalcade of Lights display on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
Fireworks dispersed above Toronto's City Hall during the Cavalcade of Lights display on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
The Christmas theme was maintained by red and green rockets during the Cavalcade of Lights fireworks on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
More red fireworks were lit atop Toronto's City Hall during the Cavalcade of Lights display on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
Red and white fireworks lit up the sky above Toronto's City Hall during the Cavalcade of Lights on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
Green and red fireworks formed the Cavalcade of Lights holiday display at Toronto's City Hall on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
A series of white fireworks were launched from a low level outside Toronto's City Hall on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
Red fireworks reached for the sky in front of Toronto's City Hall during the Cavalcade of Lights on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
The launching of fireworks were enough to turn Toronto's City Hall red for a few moments on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Toronto Fireworks
The finale of the Cavalcade of Lights fireworks display surrounded Toronto's City Hall on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Yonge Street
The holidays lights were mounted above Yonge Street in Toronto, Ontario north of Queen Street on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Yonge Dundas Square
Lighted polar bears joined a blue Christmas tree in decorating Toronto's Yonge Dundas Square on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - Yonge Dundas Square
A closer look at the polar bears on display at Toronto's Yonge Dundas Square was obtained on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Yonge Dundas Square
This polar bear stood on a tiny ice flow in Toronto's Yonge Dundas Square on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Yonge Dundas Square
A Christmas Tree looked blue in Toronto, Ontario's Yonge Dundas Square on 5-December-2008.

Holiday - Yonge Dundas Square
However, a few minutes later the Christmas Tree started to change color at Yonge Dundas Square on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Yonge Dundas Square
The Christmas Tree turned white in Toronto's Yonge Dundas Square on the evening of 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Yonge Street
A sleigh and reindeer sat in the median of Yonge Street near Carlton Street on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Yonge Street
Santa was in a chimney and away from his sleigh parked in the median of Yonge Street in Toronto on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Church-Wellesley AIDS Ribbon
This AIDS ribbon formed the holiday display in the Church-Wellesley neighborhood of Toronto, Ontario on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Yorkville
Cumberland Street in Toronto's Yorkville neighborhood was decorated for the holidays on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Yorkville
This distinctive Christmas Tree stood along Cumberland Street in Toronto's Yorkville neighborhood on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Yorkville
The streetlights in Toronto's Yorkville neighborhood were decorated like this one on Hayden Street on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Yorkville
These red and white trees decorated Yorkville's shopping district along Cumberland Street on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Yorkville
Icicles formed on this piece of art along Cumberland Street in Toronto's Yorkville neighborhood on 13-December-2008.

Holiday - Downsview Park
The entrance to Downsview Park in northern Toronto, Ontario was decorated for the holidays on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
Downsview Park hosted Toronto's Trail of Lights which started at this Holiday Village on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
This hollow, 44-foot Christmas Tree at Toronto's Trail of Lights was open to walk beneath on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
The entrance to the Trail of Lights at Downsview Park in Toronto, Ontario was captured on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
One of the sponsors for Toronto's Trail of Lights was prominently displayed on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
This Canadian flag greeted visitors to the Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
This display helped set the North Pole mood of the Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
This reindeer was on the side of a building in Toronto's Trail of Lights through Downsview Park on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
This decorated bough formed an arch above the Trail of Lights in Toronto's Downsview Park on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
A dinosaur feast looked imminent along the Trail of Lights in Toronto's Downsview Park on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
A volcano exploded along the Trail of Lights in Toronto's Downsview Park on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
A series of sports displays on the Trail of Lights started with this baseball scene on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
The pitcher consistently struck out the batter along the Trail of Lights in Toronto's Downsview Park on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
The kicker consistently kicked through the uprights in the football display along the Trail of Lights on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
Soccer players went for a goal along the Trail of Lights in Toronto's Downsview Park on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
A set of wind-up soldiers lined the Trail of Lights in Toronto's Downsview Park on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
A close-up of one of the wind-up soliders along the two kilometer-long Trail of Lights in Toronto on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
A snowman blew his cold air onto the other displays along Toronto's Trail of Lights on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
A snowman was completed along the Trail of Lights in Toronto's Downsview Park on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
This musical scene stood at a corner of the Trail of Lights in Toronto's Downsview Park on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
Santa and his team of reindeer prepared to take off along the side of the Trail of Lights in Toronto on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
Holiday decorating was underway along the Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
Stars sat in the trees above the Trail of Lights since the city lights blocked out the real ones on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
A squirrel leaped from tree to tree over the Trail of Lights in Toronto's Downsview Park on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
Flowers lined the Trail of Lights near Downsview Park's huge Canadian flag on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
The Canadian flag flew above the holiday lights on the Trail of Lights in Toronto's Downsview Park on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
A floral garden reminiscent of poinsettias lined the Trail of Lights in Toronto, Ontario on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
A garden scene mixed the seasons along the side of the Trail of Lights in Toronto's Downsview Park on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
Reindeer milled along and jumped right over the Trail of Lights in Toronto's Downsview Park on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
Reindeer leaped into the air along a quiet stretch of Toronto's Trail of Lights on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
The Trail of Lights in Toronto was not free of the purple dinosaur as noted on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
A Candy Cane was made up from some of the 10,000 LED lights used in the Trail of Lights on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
The entrance to the Bear Land portion of Toronto's Trail of Lights was observed on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
A shortcut to the main two kilometer route on the Trail of Lights was lined with maple leafs on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
A bird perched in a tree along the Trail of Lights in Toronto's Downsview Park on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
A beaver enjoyed the view along the Trail of Lights in Toronto's Downsview Park on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
A snowflake gateway greeted folks out for an evening walk at Toronto's Trail of Lights on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
A line of colored trees stood along the side of Toronto's Trail of Lights in Downsview Park on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
A grove of more traditionally-decorated Christmas trees stood along the Trail of Lights in Toronto on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
The trunks of these trees were lighted with various colors in Toronto's Downsview Park on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Trail of Lights
A final look back at the two-kilometer Trail of Lights in Toronto's Downsview Park was taken on 11-December-2008.

Holiday - Arizona Temple
The holiday display of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints in Mesa, Arizona was observed on 20-December-2008.

Holiday - Arizona Temple
The three wise men and their camels were readily visible from Main Street in Mesa, Arizona on 20-December-2008.

Holiday - Arizona Temple
A nativity scene in multiple languages was located at the Arizona Temple in Mesa, Arizona on 20-December-2008.

Holiday - Arizona Temple
A decorated fountain was the focal point of this view of the holiday lights at the Arizona Temple on 20-December-2008.

Holiday - Arizona Temple
Seemingly every tree around the Mesa, Arizona Temple was decorated with lights on 20-December-2008.

Holiday - Arizona Temple
The gardens outside the Arizona Temple were fully decorated, hiding a reflecting pool on 20-December-2008.

Holiday - Arizona Temple
The small trees outside the Arizona Temple in Mesa were all decorated with lights as seen on 20-December-2008.

Holiday - Arizona Temple
A final look at the different levels of lights at the Arizona Temple in Mesa as they existed on 20-December-2008.

Holiday - Seattle Marion Building
The 1903-era Marion Building hosting the Metropolitan Grill at 2nd and Marion was observed on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Seattle Hanukkah Menorah
Seattle's Hanukkah Menorah near Westlake Center was lit on the morning of 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Seattle Macy's Star
The Downtown Seattle Macy's at 4th and Pine still wore its traditional star display on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Seattle Carousel
The holiday carousel at Seattle's Westlake Park was prepared for operation on the morning of 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Westlake Holiday Tree
The holiday tree outside of Seattle, Washington's Westlake Center was observed on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Seattle Santa's Home
Santa's Home outside the Seattle Nordstrom's was closed for the season on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Seattle Skybridge
The skybridge between Nordstrom's and Pacific Place over 6th Avenue in Seattle was still decorated on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Pacific Place Nutcracker
Seattle's Pacific Place shopping center had a variety of Nutcrackers on display for the holidays on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Pacific Place Nutcracker
This borderline-offensive native Nutcracker was part of the display at Pacific Place in Seattle on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Seattle Toyland
The "Nutcracker" from Randy Bolander's "Toyland" display in Seattle was in Pacific Place on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Seattle Toyland
"Gingerbread House" by Randy Bolander was one of 40 lighted displays located around downtown Seattle on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Seattle Toyland
"Toy Crown" by Randy Bolander was part of Seattle's lighted Toyland display on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Seattle Toyland
"Wind Up Toy" by Randy Bolander stood at 5th and Pike in Seattle as part of the Toyland display on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Seattle Toyland
"Model Train" by Randy Bolander was located at 4th and Pike in Seattle for the Toyland display on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Seattle Toyland
"Soccer Ball" by Randy Bolander at Westlake Center was part of Seattle's Toyland display on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Seattle Toyland
Kathy Gleich posed next to "Baseball Glove" by Randy Bolander, part of the Toyland display in Seattle on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
The Gingerbread Village at the Seattle Sheraton included Callison Architecture's Super Mario Holiday on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
This Batman book provided an introduction to one of the gingerbread sculptures at the Seattle Sheraton on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
The Dark Knight Before Christmas by KMD Architects was on display at the Seattle Sheraton on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
Another view of the Dark Knight Before Christmas at the 16th annual Gingerbread Village in Seattle on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
Holiday Comics Come to Life by the KLD Group was part of the Gingerbread Village in Seattle on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
Another view of the Gingerbread house Holiday Comics Come to Life was obtained at the Sheraton on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
Superman Saves Santa, The Fortress of Santatude by Mulvanny G2 Architecture was at the Sheraton on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
A rear view of the Fortress of Santatude Gingerbread house at Seattle's Sheraton on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
Santa Called in Sick by the Master Builders Association offered an interesting take on superheroes on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
The Community of SuperHeroes by 4D Architects was the tallest of the Gingerbread houses in Seattle on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
A close-up of some of the heroes in action on the Community of Super Heroes gingerbread house on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
A rear view of the Community of SuperHeroes gingerbread house was taken at the Seattle Sheraton on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
A Bat-Errific Holiday, prepared by Mithun Incorporated, was on display at the Gingerbread Village on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Gingerbread Village
A rear view of the Bat-Errific Holiday in the Gingerbread Village at the Seattle Sheraton on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Seattle FAO Schwarz
The FAO Schwarz toy store in Seattle featured this outdoor holiday display on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Seattle Macy's Store Windows
The Seattle Macy's continued its tradition of trains in its storefront displays along 4th Avenue on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Seattle Macy's Store Windows
A Burlington Northern locomotive ran through the store windows of the Seattle Macy's on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Seattle Macy's Store Windows
A tram, a diesel freight, and a steam passenger train in the Macy's storefront window in Seattle on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
A performer on stilts prepared the crowd for the Celebration Lane performance in Bellevue, Washington on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
Two stilted performers worked through the crowds along Bellevue Way as Celebration Lane started on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
The band entered the scene along Bellevue Way in Bellevue to begin Celebration Lane on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
A bass drummer was amongst the band on the east sidewalk of Bellevue Way during Celebration Lane on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
A drummer took his position along Bellevue Way during the Celebration Lane performance on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
Twirling clock-like snowflakes were projected onto buildings as "Rock Around the Clock" played on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
A drum got into the song as the Celebration Lane performance continued in Bellevue, Washington on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
The lights again mimicked the lyrics of "Twist and Shout" during Bellevue's Celebration Lane on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
A drummer performed outside of The Lodge in the Bellevue Collection during Celebration Lane on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
A large snowflake was projected on the Crate and Barrel building as "A,B,C" played on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
One of the drummers performed on a podium alongside Bellevue Way during Celebration Lane on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
Soapy snow started to come a generator atop a Bellevue Square building during Celebration Lane on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
A drummer did the twist as "Footloose" played during Bellevue's Celebration Lane performance on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
Holiday colors hit up the Crate and Barrel building as "Livin' La Vida Loca" played in Bellevue on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
Red lighting highlighted the fake snow falling during the Celebration Lane performance in Bellevue on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
I'd say it was purple, not pink, lighting as "Get This Party Started" played during Celebration Lane on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
Confetti fell from the pedestrian bridge as "Auld Lang Syne" played during Celebration Lane on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
The soapy snow was actually building up outside the Z' restaurant at Bellevue Square on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
Patriotic colors dominated the final minutes of Bellevue's Celebration Lane performance on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Celebration Lane
A drummer marched off the podium to end the performance of Celebration Lane in Bellevue, Washington on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
This was the first view of Bellevue's Garden d'Light display as seen from trails to the north on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A tropical scene was located near the entrance to Bellevue's Garden d'Light display on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
Tropical flowers were amongst the plants represented in lights at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
These palm trees looked quite out of place above snow cover at the Garden d'Light in Bellevue on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A rare layer of snow added new interest to the Garden d'Light in Bellevue, Washington on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
Red Ginger was amongst the plant species modeled in lights at Bellevue's Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A parrot highlighted the tropical section of Bellevue's Garden d'Light as observed on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A parrot looked over the various plants in the tropical area of Bellevue's Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A parrot was perched securely in a tree overlooking the pedestrian path in Bellevue's Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
The interior of the 1920's-era Sharp Cabin continued the tropical theme as shown by this scene on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
Tropical species decorated the inside of the Sharp Cabin at Bellevue's Botanical Gardens on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
Red Hibiscus was another species of plant modeled in lights as part of Bellevue's Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
The snow provided unusual lighting for the low-laying plants at the Garden d'Light in Bellevue on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
One of many butterflies at Bellevue's Garden d'Light was nearly hidden in this bush on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
Lighted rhododendrons were mounted on real rhododendron bushes at Bellevue's Botanical Gardens on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A butterfly was lounging in the middle of cattails in Bellevue's Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
Chuck and Kathy Gleich took a break on the benches while walking through Bellevue's Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A hanging plant presented an interesting scene in the Garden d'Light in Bellevue's Botanical Garden on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
Even the evergreen trees were decorated for the season at Bellevue's Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
Lance Gleich posed in front of the same winter scene at Bellevue's Garden d'Lights on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
Most likely a Washington Huskies fan had something to do with this part of the Garden d'Light seen on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
More flowers poked through the unusual snow cover at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
The snow created interesting light effects when around multi-colored displays at the Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A donation box was located underneath several branches of grapes at the Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
The closest thing to a religious symbol at Bellevue's Garden d'Light was this tree observed on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A peacock tried to court a peahen in the snow at Bellevue's Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
Another view of the peacock displaying its train of plumage for the peahen at the Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A butterfly flew over a large scene that made up the original format of the Garden d'Light seen on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
This kind of diverse garden scene at Bellevue's Garden d'Light looked different with snow all around on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A field of sunflowers formed one of the scenes at the Garden d'Light in Bellevue, Washington on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
More mixed foliage created another scene in the snow at Bellevue's Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
Flowers of various heights created another varied scene reflected in the snow at the Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
Kathy and Chuck Gleich walked under the grapevines at the Bellevue Botanical Gardens on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
Hanging plants decorated one of the permanent displays at the Bellevue Botanical Garden on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A grapevine decorated one of the permanent signs at the Botanical Gardens during the Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
An archway created a gate for pedestrians in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens during Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
The lighted plants even decorated the Botanical Gardens Visitor Center during Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A purple globe hung from a shelter in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens during the Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
Some idea of the size of the Garden d'Light displays was apparent from this view of the hillside on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
The snow had melted around the base of many of the lighted plants at Bellevue's Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
The creek running through the Botanical Gardens provided a dark stripe through the snow cover on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
Frogs, insects, and plants were all reflected in the creek running through the Botanical Gardens on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A butterfly flew above a hillside scene during Bellevue's Garden d'Light display on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A nice scene of different circles of color covered a small mound during Bellevue's Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A butterfly flew above a full field of LED foliage in Bellevue's Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
The butterfly was the primary "critter" to be found by children using a guide at the Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
An orange globe was on the ground in the Botanical Garden during Bellevue's Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
Bellevue's Garden d'Light had started in 1994 and featured these flowers in the Botanical Garden on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
An insect was mixed in amongst other fauna on the hillside of the Garden d'Light in Bellevue on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
These tall flowers neatly blended into the hillside during Bellevue's Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
These lines of grapevines created a LED vineyard of sorts at Bellevue's Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A scarecrow strangely guarded a patch of strawberries in the Bellevue Botanical Garden on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A frog was reflected in the creek in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens during the Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A birdhouse in the Bellevue Botanical Gardens seemed popular with at least two birds observed on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
The birdhouse and one of its occupants were observed from another angle during Bellevue's Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
What would a display in the Pacific Northwest be without a slug, as shown at the Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008?

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A spider had successfully ensnared a flying insect in its web at the Garden d'Light on 27-December-2008.

Holiday - Bellevue Garden d'Light
A frog wandered through the Bellevue Botanical Gardens during the Garden d'Light accepting donations on 27-December-2008.
Trip to the West Coast, December 2008

San Francisco - Katie and Mary
Katie Kellogg and Mary Fuller enjoyed dinner at Frinagle in San Francisco, California on 17-December-2008.

Scenery - ACE Train
The Altamont Commuter Express (ACE) train prepared to depart San Jose, California on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - ACE Train
The interior of the ACE train was observed prior to departure from San Jose, California on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - San Francisco Bay
The San Francisco Bay came into view as the ACE train approached Alviso, California on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - San Francisco Bay
The tide flats of San Francisco Bay were observed from the ACE train near Alviso, California on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Alviso Slough
The Alviso Slough was viewed from the passing ACE train in Alviso, California on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - San Francisco Bay
The San Francisco Bay was again in sight as the ACE train continued north of Alviso, California on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Ghost Town
The ghost town of Drawbridge, California came into sight south of Albrae, California on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Ghost Town
Another view of some of the remaining buildings in the ghost town of Drawbridge at the Coyote River on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Salt Pile
This large pile of salt at Leslie Salt, now Cargill Salt, was located in Newark, California on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Niles
The 1935-era sign marking Niles, California was a throwback to a lost movie industry on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Niles
A pair of ponds in Niles, California were noted from the passing ACE train on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Niles
The former Southern Pacific bridge over Alameda Creek in Niles, California was noted on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Niles
The Mission Boulevard bridge over Alameda Creek in Niles, California was seen from the ACE train on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Niles Canyon
The entrance to Niles Canyon east of Niles, California was observed from the ACE train on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Niles Canyon
A former Southern Pacific bridge was noted in the Niles Canyon, seen from the former Western Pacific on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Sunol Depot
The former Southern Pacific depot in Sunol, California now served the Niles Canyon Railway on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Hearst
The ACE train crossed above the Niles Canyon Railway near Hearst, California on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Livermore
A residential area of Livermore, California was traversed on Union Pacific tracks on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Livermore Valley
The Livermore Valley was observed as the ACE train started the climb toward Altamont Pass on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Altamont Pass
A group of cows grazed on a hillside near the summit of Altamont Pass, California on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Altamont Pass
Some of the nearly 5000 windmills in the Altamont Pass wind farm came into view east of the summit on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Altamont Pass
The grade of the former Southern Pacific right-of-way on Altamont Pass was observed on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Altamont Pass
Windmills, old US highway 50, and the old Southern Pacific grade mark this as Altamont Pass on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Altamont Pass
1970's-era and nearly obsolete, these windmills continued toiling away on Altamont Pass' east side on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Altamont Pass
Another view of some of the windmills on Altamont Pass, accused of killing migratory birds, on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Altamont Pass
The portal of a Southern Pacific tunnel constructed in 1909 was observed near Midway, California on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - San Joaquin Valley
The industries of the Tracy, California and the San Joaquin Valley came into sight from the ACE train on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Tracy
More residential homes were noted lining the tracks as the train passed through Tracy, California on 18-December-2008.

Scenery - Lathrop-Manteca
The parking lot at the Lathrop-Manteca stop for the ACE train was observed on 18-December-2008.

Stockton - ACE Train
F40PHM-2C #3104 sat at the ACE station in Stockton, California after its run from San Jose on 18-December-2008.

Stockton - Bob Hope Theater
The Bob Hope Theater, opened in 1930 as the Fox California, continued to serve Stockton, California on 18-December-2008.

Stockton - Bank of Stockton
The 1907-era Bank of Stockton Building at Main and San Joaquin was the first skyscraper in Stockton, 18-December-2008.

Stockton - Hotel Stockton
The Hotel Stockton at Weber and Eldorado in Stockton, California had been constructed in 1910, seen on 18-December-2008.

Stockton - Tretheway Block
The 1892-era Tretheway Building in Stockton-California housed the Mansion House apartments on 18-December-2008.

Stockton - Pedestrian Signal
This historic pedestrian signal was found in Stockton at San Joaquin and Washington Streets on 18-December-2008.

Stockton - Pedestrian Signal
The pedestrian signal changed to "Walk" at San Joaquin and Washington Streets in Stockton on 18-December-2008.

Placerville - Judi and Pauline
Judi Rehmann and Pauline McGrady relaxed for the evening at their home near Placerville, California on 19-December-2008.

Placerville - Holiday Decorations
Some of the many holiday decorations were noted in the Rehmann/McGrady home on 19-December-2008.

Placerville - Pauline
Pauline McGrady was preparing for the Christmas holiday in her home on 19-December-2008.

Mesa - Organ Stop Pizza
The Carson/Malloy family posed outside Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa, Arizona on the evening of 20-December-2008.

Mesa - Organ Stop Pizza
The organ started to rise in the 1995-era facility of Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa, Arizona on 20-December-2008.

Mesa - Organ Stop Pizza
The organ turned as it rose from the floor at Mesa's Organ Stop Pizza, observed on 20-December-2008.

Mesa - Organ Stop Pizza
The performance hall at Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa, Arizona was observed from its balcony on 20-December-2008.

Mesa - Organ Stop Pizza
A closer look at some of the pipes of the Wurlitzer Pipe Organ at Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa, Arizona on 20-December-2008.

Mesa - Organ Stop Pizza
Some of the bells controlled by the organist were observed on the walls of Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa on 20-December-2008.

Mesa - Organ Stop Pizza
Some of the percussion instruments controlled by the organist were observed at Organ Stop Pizza on 20-December-2008.

Mesa - Organ Stop Pizza
A slate of dancing cats performed during specific songs at Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa, Arizona on 20-December-2008.

Mesa - Organ Stop Pizza
Organist Charlie Balogh was a Wurlitzer veteran since 1973, talking to the Organ Stop audience on 20-December-2008.

Mesa - Organ Stop Pizza
Tables full of pizza eaters enjoyed the nearly 6000-pipe Wurlitzer Organ at Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa on 20-December-2008.

Mesa - Organ Stop Pizza
The number board to inform of which pizzas were ready was observed at Organ Stop Pizza on 20-December-2008.

Mesa - Organ Stop Pizza
Bruce Carson picked out a slice of pizza at Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa, Arizona on 20-December-2008.

Mesa - Organ Stop Pizza
A closer look at the pizza itself offered by Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa, Arizona on 20-December-2008.

Mesa - Organ Stop Pizza
The Carson/Malloy family enjoyed the Wurlitzer performance at Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa, Arizona on 20-December-2008.

Mesa - Organ Stop Pizza
Brett Carson enjoyed his drink as he watched the performance at Organ Stop Pizza in Mesa, Arizona on 20-December-2008.

Mesa - Organ Stop Pizza
Marina Carson sipped her drink at Organ Stop Pizza, founded in 1973, in Mesa, Arizona on 20-December-2008.

Mesa - Organ Stop Pizza
The organ was lowered back into stage after the first performance at Organ Stop Pizza on 20-December-2008.

Tempe - Gingerbread House
Brett Carson and Lance Gleich worked on a Gingerbread House at the Carson/Malloy residence in Tempe on 21-December-2008.

Tempe - Gingerbread House
Brett Carson seemed quite proud of the Gingerbread House he was making with Lance Gleich on 21-December-2008.

Tempe - Gingerbread House
Lance Gleich and Brett Carson worked on a Gingerbread House on the evening of 21-December-2008.

Tempe - Gingerbread House
The Gingerbread House assembled by Brett Carson and Lance Gleich was observed upon its completion on 21-December-2008.

Tempe - Brett and Marina Carson
Brett Carson and Marina Carson played shortly before bedtime on 21-December-2008 in their home in Tempe, Arizona.

Scenery - Mount Rainier
Mount Rainier was observed from a Southwest Airlines flight from Phoenix, Arizona to Seattle, Washington on 22-December-2008.

Scenery - Mount Rainier
The 14,410-foot peak of Mount Rainier stood above the clouds as seen from the air on 22-December-2008.

Scenery - Cascade Foothills
The foothills of the Cascade Mountains were covered with more snow than usual on 22-December-2008.

Scenery - Duck Plane
Horizon Air's Canadair regional jet N611QXD was decorated for the University of Oregon at Sea-Tac on 22-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
A snow pile more typical of Boston or Winnipeg was found in downtown Bellevue, Washington on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
Snow banks lined the intersection of Bellevue Way and NE 8th Street in Bellevue, Washington on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
NE 8th Street next to the Bellevue Square Nordstrom's store was surrounded by snow on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
The Bellevue Village sign saw as much snow as it ever had in Bellevue, Washington on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
The holiday crowds tried to get through the snow on NE 8th Street in Bellevue, Washington on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
Snow covered all of the houses along 104th Ave SE in Bellevue, Washington as observed on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
The Gleich household in the Enatai area of Bellevue, Washington was covered in snow on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
The extent of the winter snowfall was visible on the Gleich family's Ford Explorer observed on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
A look north on 104th Ave SE in Bellevue, Washington provided this winter scene on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
A look south on 104th Ave SE in Bellevue, Washington showed snow on the trees on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
The entrance to Killarney Circle in Bellevue, Washington was covered in snow on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
The felled trees along 104th Ave SE near Killarney Circle were typical of residential areas on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
Snow covered everything on 104th Ave SE looking north from SE 23rd Street in Bellevue on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
Chuck and Kathy Gleich walked through the snow on SE 23rd Street in Bellevue, Washington on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
A wall of snow was located at a residence along SE 23rd Street in Bellevue, Washington on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
The white space in this photo was SE 23rd Street in Bellevue, Washington on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
Enatai Elementary School was fortunately out on winter vacation under the snow on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
A genuine holly tree was covered in snow along SE 23rd Street in Bellevue, Washington on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
The full holly tree under snow was observed along SE 23rd Street in Bellevue, Washington on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
A pair of snowmen had been constructed at a home off 108th Ave SE in Bellevue, Washington on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
Snow also dominated the scene along 108th Ave SE in Bellevue, Washington on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
A robin probably wondered where it was as it landed on a snow bank in Bellevue, Washington on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
A pair of Alaskan Malamutes were taking their owner for a walk in Bellevue, Washington on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
This was likely the closest these Alaskan Malamutes would come to running the Iditarod, observed 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
A tow truck was likely finding plenty of business as it ran down 108th Ave SE in Bellevue on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
The field at Bellevue's Enatai Elementary School was covered by successive snowfalls on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
The tennis courts at Bellevue's Enatai Neighborhood Park were covered in snow on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
Various species of trees were all covered by snow at Bellevue's Enatai Neighborhood Park on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
The colorful play sets at Enatai Neighborhood Park, also known as "Pit Park," stood out in the snow on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
A sledder took advantage of conditions in Bellevue's Enatai Neighborhood Park on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
Another sledder used the same hillside at the Enatai Neighborhood Park in Bellevue, Washington on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
Snow obscured a variety of bushes normally seen along SE 25th Street in Bellevue, Washington on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
A palm tree probably was not enjoying the snowy conditions along SE 25th Street in Bellevue on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
The walkway to Chesterfield Beach in Bellevue, Washington looked substantially white on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
The snow level extended right down to Lake Washington as observed from Killarney Way in Bellevue on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
Another view across Lake Washington toward Mercer Island taken from Killarney Way on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
Luther Burbank Park in Mercer Island was observed from across Lake Washington in Bellevue on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
A broader view of Lake Washington from Bellevue, Washington looked beyond Mercer Island to Seattle on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
Killarney Way was covered in compact snow and ice like most streets in Bellevue, Washington on 23-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
Bellevue's Group Health Ice Arena was operating without a roof on 31-December-2008 after it collapsed on 21-December.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
Another view of skaters was enjoying the open-air Group Health Ice Arena in Bellevue, Washington on 31-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
Light snowfall continued in Bellevue, Washington on Christmas Day, 25-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
Another view of the White Christmas snowfall in the backyard of the Gleich household in Bellevue on 25-December-2008.

Bellevue - Winter Scenes
Snowflakes obscured the view of new home construction in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2008.

Bellevue - Christmas
The table was set for the McGrady family Christmas dinner in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2008.

Bellevue - Christmas
Melissa and Pat Daugherty and Kathy Gleich enjoyed Christmas dinner in Bellevue on 25-December-2008.

Bellevue - Christmas
Marv Nelson, Mayna Young, Chuck Gleich, and Patrick McGrady were passing food around the table on 25-December-2008.

Bellevue - Christmas
Terri and Kelly Young, Marv Nelson, and Mayna Young started off Christmas dinner in Bellevue on 25-December-2008.

Bellevue - Christmas
The McGradies gathered for the Christmas gift exchange in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2008.

Bellevue - Christmas
Mayna Young and Marv Nelson sat near Santa Claus during the gift exchange in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2008.

Bellevue - Christmas
Melissa and Pat Daugherty, and Patrick McGrady prepared for the gift exchange in Bellevue, Washington on 25-December-2008.

Bellevue - Christmas
Patrick McGrady enjoyed his randomly-chosen present during the McGrady gift exchange on 25-December-2008.

Bellevue - Christmas
Sisters Kathy Gleich and Melissa Daugherty sat next to each other during the gift exchange in Bellevue on 25-December-2008.

Bellevue - Christmas
Siblings Melissa Daugherty, Patrick McGrady, Mayna Young, and Kathy Gleich posed at the tree on 25-December-2008.

Kirkland - Christmas
Lars and Gunnar Stenseth looked over the gifts under the Christmas tree in Kirkland, Washington on 28-December-2008.

Kirkland - Christmas
Gunnar Stenseth dreamed of what might be under the Christmas tree in Kirkland, Washington on 28-December-2008.

Kirkland - Christmas
Lars and Gunnar Stenseth opened their Christmas presents in Kirkland, Washingotn on 28-December-2008.

Kirkland - Christmas
Bruce Kvam helped his son Jackson open his Christmas presents at their home in Kirkland, Washington on 28-December-2008.

Kirkland - Christmas
Jackson Kvam resembled his Curious George toy as he opened gifts in Kirkland, Washington on 28-December-2008.

Kirkland - Christmas
Jackson Kvam enjoyed a holiday cookie at his home in Kirkland, Washington on 28-December-2008.

Kirkland - Christmas
Jackson Kvam experimented with shoes and boots as he played in Kirkland, Washington on 28-December-2008.

Kirkland - Christmas
Kathy Gleich held two-month-old Bennett Kvam at his home in Kirkland, Washington on 28-December-2008.

Kirkland - Christmas
Michele Kvam and her son Bennett found a quiet moment during a holiday celebration on 28-December-2008.

Kirkland - Christmas
Sisters Tami McGrady and Michele Kvam posed during the holiday celebration in Kirkland, Washington on 28-December-2008.

Kirkland - Christmas
Hosts Bruce and Michele Kvam posed for a picture in their Kirkland, Washington home on 28-December-2008.

Bellevue - Christmas
Lars and Gunnar Stenseth wrestled on the floor in Bellevue, Washington on 28-December-2008.

Bellevue - Christmas
Lars Stenseth seemed to be getting the better of younger brother Gunnar Stenseth in Bellevue on 28-December-2008.

Bellevue - Christmas
A few moments later, it was Gunnar Stenseth that seemed to best his older brother Lars in Bellevue on 28-December-2008.

Bellevue - Maggie the Cat
Maggie the cat liked warm clothes, as she demonstrated in Bellevue, Washington on 27-December-2008.

Bellevue - Maggie the Cat
Maggie the cat soaked in the heat from freshly-dried clothes in Bellevue, Washington on 27-December-2008.

Bellevue - Maggie the Cat
Maggie the cat wasn't as enamored of this bear sitting on a sofa in Bellevue, Washington on 27-December-2008.

Bellevue - Maggie the Cat
Maggie the cat chose to keep watch on this bear by sleeping next to him in Bellevue, Washington on 27-December-2008.

Bellevue - Enatai Beach
The pier at Enatai Beach Park and Lake Washington were observed during a walk on 30-December-2008.

Bellevue - Enatai Beach
Lake Washington looked calm in this view to the south from Enatai Beach Park in Bellevue, Washington on 30-December-2008.

Bellevue - East Channel Bridge
The East Channel Bridge over Lake Washington from Bellevue to Mercer Island, Washington was observed on 30-December-2008.

Bellevue - Mercer Island Police
Two of the boats in Mercer Island, Washington's police fleet were seen from across the East Channel on 30-December-2008.

Bellevue - Enatai Beach
A new cable crossing sign was noted at Enatai Beach Park in Bellevue, Washington on 30-December-2008.

Bellevue - Enatai Beach
Somerset hill was observed from Bellevue's Enatai Beach Park across Newport Bay on 30-December-2008.

Bellevue - Sunset Highway
The earthquake retrofit of the original lanes of the 1940 Sunset Highway, now I-90, were observed on 30-December-2008.

Bellevue - Mercer Slough
The low level of the Mercer Slough was observed at the Bellevue Way exit ramp from I-90 on 30-December-2008.

Bellevue - I-90 Bike Path
Snow still remained on the bike path across the Bellefields Nature Park parallel to I-90 on 30-December-2008.

Bellevue - Bellefields Nature Park
This new sapling was having to deal with snow on the ground in Bellefields Nature Park on 30-December-2008.

Bellevue - DOT Office
Chuck Gleich's new home office with the Department of Transportation was observed on 30-December-2008.

Bellevue - DOT Office
The entrance to the Department of Transportation office nearly underneath I-90 was noted on 30-December-2008.

Bellevue - Bellefields Nature Park
A very plump robin rested in a tree in Bellevue's Bellefields Nature Park on 30-December-2008.

Bellevue - Bellefields Nature Park
Snow still dusted the ground in Bellefields Nature Park in Bellevue, Washington on 30-December-2008.

Bellevue - Bellefields Nature Park
The paths through the Bellefields Nature Park in Bellevue, Washington were covered with snow on 30-December-2008.

Bellevue - Bellefields Nature Park
The blueberry fields were green from the melted snow at Bellefields Nature Park in Bellevue on 30-December-2008.

Bellevue - Bellefields Nature Park
The irrigation ditches in the blueberry fields were nearly flooding at Bellefields Nature Park on 30-December-2008.

Seattle - Monorail
The end support for the monorail to the Seattle Center was noted at Westlake Center in Seattle on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Question Mark Clock
Seattle's Question Mark Clock on Pine Street had been constructed in 1990 by Bill Whittaker, seen on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Question Mark Clock
Seattle's Question Mark Clock, originally made for the Bus Tunnel, was actually working on its back on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Cobb Building
Seattle's Cobb Building was originally intended as part of a "city within a city," seen on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Cobb Building
The 1914-era Cobb Building was an example of the Beaux Arts style that predominated at the time, seen 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Cobb Building
Typical of a Beaux Arts structure, Seattle's Cobb Building had a classical lower section observed on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Cobb Building
Intended for medical tenants, the Cobb Building featured Hippocrates above its entrance as observed on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Cobb Building
Typical of American Beaux Arts structures, the Cobb Building included "Indian Heads" seen 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Cobb Building
A close-up of one Indian Head on the Cobb Building revealed that it looked nothing like local natives on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Cobb Building
The 55-story Washington Mutual Tower rose above the 11-story Cobb Building as viewed in Seattle on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Northern Life Tower
The first Art Deco building on the tour in Seattle, Washington was the 28-story Northern Life Tower on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Northern Life Tower
The top of the Northern Life Tower featured lighter colors and reduced footprint typical of Art Deco on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Northern Life Tower
Detailing of the Northern Life Tower included light mounts that had been focused on the tower, seen 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Northern Life Tower
An entrance to the Northern Life Tower on University Street in Seattle, Washington was photographed on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Northern Life Tower
The theme of the aurora borealis was reflected in this view of the Northern Life Tower taken on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Northern Life Tower
The main entrance to the Northern Life Tower in Seattle revealed Art Deco motifs on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Northern Life Tower
The lobby of the Northern Life Tower still retained its Art Deco features as seen on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Northern Life Tower
All of the chandeliers in the lobby of the Northern Life Tower were originals or accurate replicas on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Northern Life Tower
The vertical and lighted aspects of the Art Deco style were accentuated in this decoration on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Northern Life Tower
Even the elevators could be recognized as being out of the Art Deco era with Egyptian themes on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Northern Life Tower
The agricultural references of Art Deco were evident in the lobby of the Northern Life Tower on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Northern Life Tower
A closer look at the ceiling of the Northern Life Tower lobby was obtained on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Northern Life Tower
The end of the lobby featured a world map and a clock at the Northern Life Tower on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Northern Life Tower
This plaque honored the founders of the Northern Life Insurance Company in their tower on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Northern Life Tower
A final look at the 27-story Northern Life Tower was obtained from 3rd Avenue in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Pacific Telephone and Telegraph
Next to the Northern Life Building was the 1921-era Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Building, seen on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Pacific Telephone and Telegraph
The side of the Pacific Telephone and Telegraph Building still included the faded company logo seen on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Financial Building
The 1972-era Financial Building at 1215 Fourth Ave demonstrated the Brutalist style of architecture on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Rainier Tower
The 1977-era Rainier Tower, better known as the "Wine Glass," was observed in Seattle on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Rainier Tower
The 29-story Rainier Tower's ground footprint was one-quarter of its tower as seen on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Rainier Tower
The pedestal of the Rainier Tower was the equivalent of eleven stories as observed on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Rainier Tower
The tiles on the pedestal of the Rainier Tower were observed during the tour on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Plymouth Congregational Church
The Plymouth Congregational Church was built in 1967 in the heart of downtown Seattle, seen on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - 200 Spring Street
The building at 200 Spring Street in Seattle was painted to look more classical than it actually was on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Wells Fargo Tower Rose
This modern art rose stood outside the 1983-era Wells Fargo Tower in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Dexter Horton Building
The back of the 1924-era, "E"-shaped Dexter Horton Building was observed in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
The 1930-era Exchange Building was the next stop on the Art Deco tour observed on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
The Exchange Building was constructed mostly of re-inforced concrete, observed on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
The upper half of the Exchange Building, designed to house several commodity exchanges, was seen on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
The top of the 23-story Exchange Building was inset as always under the Art Deco style as observed on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
The first of two tour groups prepared to enter the Exchange Building in Seattle on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
This plaque honored the historical nature of the Exchange Building as observed on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
Chevrons and agricultural themes were amongst the Art Deco detailing on the Exchange Building on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
The entrance to the Exchange Building in Seattle featured decorative sans serif fonts on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
Stained glass was another typical art deco feature at the entrance to the Exchange Building on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
This interesting postal mail drop was located near the entrance of the Exchange Building on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
A telephone booth was located next to the lobby in Seattle's Exchange Building on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
The lobby of the Exchange Building, which had never been used for an exchange, was observed on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
Another view of lobby of the Exchange Building, originally oval in shape as evident on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
Not quite chevrons, but the ceiling of the lobby of the Exchange Building was ornate as seen on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
Holiday displays were evident in the lobby of the Exchange Building in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
A phone from the correct era, if not an original phone, was in the lobby of the Exchange Building on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
The wood paneling in the lobby of the Exchange Building covered an intended exchange entrance on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
The agricultural themes of Art Deco were clear in the elevators of the Exchange Building observed on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
This clock sat above the elevators in the Exchange Building in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Exchange Building
A final view of the Exchange Building was obtained from the 1st Avenue side in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Henry M. Jackson Federal Building
The 1974-era Henry M. Jackson Federal Building was named for the senator after his 1983 death, seen on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Henry M. Jackson Federal Building
The 37 floors of the Henry M. Jackson Federal Building included mechanical levels shown in this 27-December-2008 view.

Seattle - Burke Building
An arch from the 1895-era Burke Building remained after it was cleared for the Federal Building behind on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Burke Building
Another view of the Burke Building arch was obtained from the Jackson Federal Building (JFB) on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Federal Office Building
The 1933-era Federal Office Building ("FOB") was the next stop in the Art Deco tour as observed on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Federal Office Building
The top of the Federal Office Building looked like a mountain-top in Art Deco style on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Federal Office Building
A corner of the Federal Office Building showed Egyptian-style detailing typical of Art Deco on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Federal Office Building
Rams were a major motif on the Federal Office Building, including these three noted on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Federal Office Building
The entrance to the Federal Office Building on 1st Avenue in Seattle was observed on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Federal Office Building
Again, note the rams around the entrance to the Federal Office Building in Seattle, Washington on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Federal Office Building
More of the ornamentation on the Federal Office Building was observed near its entrance on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Federal Office Building
An interesting piece of public art stood near the entrance to the Federal Office Building on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Federal Office Building
This plaque declared the Federal Office Building to be on the National Register of Historic Places on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Great Seattle Fire
The Great Seattle Fire of 6-June-1889 started where the Federal Office Building now stands, seen 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Great Seattle Fire
This plaque commemorating the Great Seattle Fire of 1889 was placed by the state of Washington, seen on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Great Seattle Fire
This plaque about the Great Seattle Fire was posted by the Volunteer Fire Department, photographed on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Alexis Hotel
The 1901-era Alexis Hotel at First Avenue and Madison Street in Seattle, Washington was observed on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Colonial Hotel
The 1901-era Colonial Hotel along First Avenue in Seattle was another historic structured noted on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Colonial Hotel
This plaque on the Colonial Hotel in Seattle, Washington noted its history on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Art Museum
Jonathan Borofsky's 1992 Hammering Man stood outside the Seattle Art Museum on First Avenue on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Joseph Vance Building
The Joseph Vance Building, built in 1929, was the next stop on the Art Deco Seattle Tour on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Joseph Vance Building
The blue coloring and the Egyptian motifs marked the Joseph Vance Building as an Art Deco structure on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Joseph Vance Building
These "V"'s lower on the building made it clear that this was the Joseph Vance Building on 3rd Aven on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - 1411 Fourth Avenue
The 1929-era 1411 Fourth Avenue Building was the final stop in the Art Deco Seattle Tour on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - 1411 Fourth Avenue
The lobby of the 1411 Fourth Avenue building, built by the Stimsons and the Bullitts, was observed on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - 1411 Fourth Avenue
Holiday decorations were sprinkled about the lobby of the 1411 Fourth Avenue Building on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - 1411 Fourth Avenue
The detailing of the 1411 Fourth Avenue Building included chevrons typical of Art Deco on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - 1411 Fourth Avenue
The lights in the 1411 Fourth Avenue Building lobby were again vertical as expected in Art Deco on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - 1411 Fourth Avenue
The elevators in the 1411 Fourth Avenue Building featured an Egyptian-style motif on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - 1411 Fourth Avenue
The art deco lamps were reflected in the history displays in the lobby at 1411 Fourth Avenue on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - 1411 Fourth Avenue
Some of the past tenants of the 1411 Fourth Avenue Building were listed in this lobby display on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Triple Door
The Triple Door performance facility was located in the 1926 Mann Building, noted on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Coliseum Theater
The Coliseum Theater occupied this building in Seattle from 1916 to 1990, now a Banana Republic on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Alaskan Way Viaduct View
This view of the Port of Seattle's Teminals 37 and 46 was taken from the Alaskan Way Viaduct on 31-December-2008.

Seattle - Alaskan Way Viaduct View
Qwest Field and Safeco Field, Seattle's two major sports stadiums, were viewed from the viaduct on 31-December-2008.

Seattle - Tire Chains
Evidence of the snowfall remained in the form of these snow chains on the sidewalk in Seattle on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Farwest Cab
A traditionally-painted bright green cab of the Farwest Cab company was observed in Seattle on 27-December-2008.

Seattle - Free Ballard Sticker
The "Free Ballard" movement was still alive as evidenced by this bumper sticker seen in Seattle on 31-December-2008.

Seattle - Magnolia Grade Sign
This unusual sign on Dravus Street in the Seattle's Magnolia neighborhood was noted on 31-December-2008.

Kennewick - Christmas
This diminutive Christmas tree was large enough to handle the presents in Kennewick, Washington on 1-January-2009.

Kennewick - Christmas
Floyd, Pat, Kathy, and Chuck Gleich relaxed at the Gleich home in Kennewick, Washington on 1-January-2009.

Kennewick - Christmas
Pat Gleich opened her presents during the gift exchange in Kennewick, Washington on 1-January-2009.

Kennewick - Christmas
Pat Gleich showed off the gravy boat that she had received as a present in Kennewick, Washington on 1-January-2009.

Kennewick - Christmas
Floyd Gleich enjoyed opening his gifts in his home in Kennewick, Washington on 1-January-2009.

Kennewick - Christmas
Floyd Gleich admired the candy that would soon be part of his snacking options in Kennewick on 1-January-2009.

Kennewick - Christmas
A variety of holiday decorations, including this unusual lighted house, were on display in Kennewick on 1-January-2009.

Kennewick - Christmas
The normal table full of snacks and decorations was available at the Gleich home in Kennewick on 1-January-2009.

Kennewick - Christmas
More of Pat Gleich's holiday decorations were on display in her home in Kennewick, Washington on 1-January-2009.

Kennewick - Winter Scenes
What was this white stuff in the view out the window in Kennewick, Washington on 2-January-2009?

Kennewick - Winter Scenes
Snow had dusted everything including the car in the driveway in Kennewick, Washington on 2-January-2009.

Kennewick - Winter Scenes
Snow covered the yard and roof of the Gleich household in Kennewick, Washington on 2-January-2009.

Kennewick - Winter Scenes
Another view of the dusting of snow that had settled on Kennewick, Washington unexpectedly on 2-January-2009.

Kennewick - Winter Scenes
The carport and shed were also surrounded by snow as observed in Kennewick, Washington on 2-January-2009.

Kennewick - Winter Scenes
The alley provided this view of the snow in the backyard and on the shed of the Gleich household on 2-January-2009.

Kennewick - Winter Scenes
The back yard of the Gleich residence was covered in snow in Kennewick, Washington on 2-January-2009.

Kennewick - Winter Scenes
The apricot tree in the Gleich yard, already trimmed for the year, looked desolate under snow on 2-January-2009.

Kennewick - Winter Scenes
Kathy and Pat Gleich stepped out into the snowy environment in Kennewick, Washington on 2-January-2009.

Scenery - Blue Bridge
The Blue Bridge over the Columbia River in Kennewick, Washington was observed near sunset on 2-January-2009.

Scenery - Gesa Stadium
Gesa Stadium, home of the A-league baseball Tri-City Dust Devils, in Pasco, Washington was observed on 3-January-2009.

Scenery - Horse Heaven Hills
A dusting of snow was visible on the Horse Heaven Hills as viewed from Pasco, Washington on 2-January-2009.

Scenery - Horse Heaven Hills
The snow-covered Horse Heaven Hills, and Kennewick below, were observed from Pasco, Washington on 3-January-2009.

Scenery - Horse Heaven Hills
Some very cold cows grazed in a Pasco, Washington field with the Horse Heaven Hills in the distance on 3-January-2009.

Scenery - Rattlesnake Mountain
At 3527 feet in height, Rattlesnake Mountain towered over surrounding land as seen from Pasco on 2-January-2009.

Scenery - Rattlenake Mountain
The summit of Rattlesnake Mountain was covered by clouds as observed from Interstate 182 in Pasco on 3-January-2009.

Scenery - Rattlenake Mountain
Rattlesnake Mountain towered over Richland, Washington and the Columbia River as viewed from I-182 on 3-January-2009.

Scenery - Badger Mountain
Badger Mountain at 1565 feet in Richland, Washington was covered in snow as observed from I-182 on 3-January-2009.

Scenery - Mount Adams
At 12,287 feet in height, Mount Adams dominated the horizon from Zillah, Washington on 3-January-2009.

Scenery - Ice Fishing
A group of people was engaged in ice fishing near Selah, Washington as observed from I-82 on 3-January-2009.

Scenery - Saddle Mountains
The snow-covered peaks of the Saddle Mountains were observed from I-82 on 3-January-2009.

Scenery - Snowy Fields
These snowy fields were noted near Cle Elum, Washington from Interstate 90 on 3-January-2009.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Pass
Snow-covered trees lined the side of the road on Snoqualmie Pass as observed from I-90 on 3-January-2009.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Pass
A snow-capped ridge was noted in the far background on the west side of the summit of Snoqualmie Pass on 3-January-2009.

Scenery - Snoqualmie Pass
A classic winter scene of evergreen trees on Snoqualmie Pass provided a final look at the northwest on 3-January-2009.
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Vancouver - Burrard Inlet
A view from English Bay Beach in Vancouver toward the mouth of Burrard Inlet and the Pacific Ocean on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - English Bay
A look down the beach at English Bay toward the south and the University of British Columbia on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - English Bay
A slightly different view toward the southwest at English Bay Beach in Vancouver on a gloomy 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - English Bay
A wide angle look out English Bay Beach toward the mouth of Burrard Inlet in Vancouver on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - English Bay Beach
A view to the north at English Bay Beach showed local buildings and the start of Stanley Park on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - Georgia Street
The famous lane control signals were viewed on Georgia Street in Vancouver near Stanley Park on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - Park Entrance
This piece of modern art stood near the northeast end of Stanley Park in Vancouver on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - Lions Gate Bridge
A far-off view of the Lion's Gate Bridge was obtained from Coal Harbor in Vancouver on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - North Vancouver Snow
The snow line above North Vancouver was readily visible from Coal Harbor in Vancouver on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - Coal Harbor Seaplane
A seaplane docked after landing in Vancouver's Coal Harbor on a gloomy 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - North Vancouver
A look across Burrard Inlet from Coal Harbor revealed this view of North Vancouver on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - North Vancouver
A closer look at the city of North Vancouver, across Burrard Inlet from downtown Vancouver on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - Burrard Inlet
Looking east down Burrard Inlet, one could see a good portion of the distance to Coquitlam on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - Seawalk
Canada Place was visible in the distance as the waterfront was viewed from the Coal Harbor seawalk on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - Seawalk
A typical modern view of downtown Vancouver was attained from the seawalk on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - Seawalk
A portrait of modern Vancouver--a marina and new condos on a dreary day, 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - Canada Place
Canada Place stood proudly along Burrard Inlet in Vancouver on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - Seabus
The Seabus crossed Burrard Inlet enroute to North Vancouver on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - Rail Scene
Skytrain rapid transit, West Coast Express commuter rail, and the CP Rail freight yards in Vancouver on 29-December-2006

Vancouver - BC Place
BC Place, one week before roof collapse, was viewed along False Creek in Vancouver on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - BC Place
Another view of BC Place and downtown Vancouver from the end of False Creek on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - Lookout
The "Lookout!" at Harbour Centre loomed over Vancouver near sunset on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - Main Street Station
Science World and a Vancity Bank building loom in the background at the Skytrain Main Street station on 29-December-2006

Vancouver - Science World
Science World sat quietly at the end of False Creek on a gloomy 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - Science World
Another view of Science World from elevated Pacific Boulevard near sunset on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - Pacific Central
Pacific Central Station, home to buses, Amtrak, and VIA Rail Canada, was viewed on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - Pacific Central
Another view of the classic Pacific Central station at the east end of Vancouver's downtown on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - Canadian
VIA Rail Canada's Canadian was ready for departure well before train time on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - False Creek Sunset
The sun set on Vancouver over False Creek on 29-December-2006.

Vancouver - Train Loading
The Canadian was ready to board at Pacific Central Station after dark on 29-December-2006.

VIA Comfort Class
The "Comfort Class" for coach passengers begins an on-board tour of the "Canadian," photographed 1-January-2007.

VIA Section Day
The daytime configuration of the "section" in the sleeping car was observed on 1-January-2007.

VIA Section Day
A portrait view shows the upper berth tucked away in the daytime "section" of the sleeping car on 1-January-2007.

VIA Upper Berth
The upper berth of the section was observed in the nighttime configuration on 1-January-2007.

VIA Lower Berth
The lower berth of the section was observed in the nighttime configuration on 1-January-2007.

VIA Section Ladder
The ladder used to climb to the upper berth was noted in the daytime configuration of the section on 1-January-2007.

VIA Single Bedroom Day
My single bedroom was shown in its daytime configuration with a seat on 1-January-2007.

VIA Single Bedroom Day
Another angle of the single bedroom showed the sink at right on 1-January-2007.

VIA Single Bedroom Day
The front seat was lifted to show the toilet position in the single bedroom on 1-January-2007.

VIA Single Bedroom Night
The single bedroom transformed into a single bed for the night, as demonstrated on 1-January-2007.

VIA Double Bedroom
A double bedroom was shown in its daytime configuration with two forward-facing seats on 1-January-2007.

VIA Double Bedroom
The sink and dressing area of the double bedroom were demonstrated on 1-January-2007.

VIA Shower Entrance
The shower located in each sleeping car was located behind a door that looked like this, noted on 1-January-2007.

VIA Shower Room
Inside, the shower room looked more spacious than many hotel bathrooms as pictured on 1-January-2007.

VIA Skyline
The Skyline Dome car had this lounge section in front of the dome section, observed 1-January-2007.

VIA Skyline
The 24-seat dome rode above the train and was nearly empty when visited early on 1-January-2007.

VIA Diner
The dining car on the train was truly first-class, as observed between sittings for dinner on 1-January-2007.

VIA Diner
A closer look at the tables in the main dining car between dinner sittings on 1-January-2007.

VIA Park Car
At the end of the train was the famous "Park" car, featuring this bar lounge section observed on 1-January-2007.

VIA Park Car
Another view of the bar lounge beneath the dome in the VIA "Park" car on 1-January-2007.

VIA Park Car
This staircase led to the dome section of the "Tweedsmuir Park" as observed on 1-January-2007.

VIA Park Car
The clocks in the Park car read out time in every time zone in Canada as shown on 1-January-2007.

VIA Park Car
Snacks were laid out in the rear lounge of the Park car prior to lunch on 1-January-2007.

VIA Park Car
This rear lounge of the Park car made up the end of "The Canadian" as observed on 1-January-2007.

VIA Park Car
A look out the rear of the train through the curved lounge of the Park car on 1-January-2007.

BC Rockies
By the time daylight came on 30-December-2006, "The Canadian" was traveling through the British Columbia Rockies.

Mount Robson
Not long after daybreak, Mount Robson appeared out the window, its summit covered with clouds on 30-December-2006.

Mount Robson
At 15,299 feet, Mount Robson was the highest location in the Canadian Rockies, observed on 30-December-2006.

Mount Robson
The 4663 meter summit of Mount Robson was obscured as "The Canadian" passed on 30-December-2006.

BC Rockies
A typical look back down a valley at the Rockies of British Columbia was attained on 30-December-2006.

BC Rockies
VIA's Canadian ran across from many ridges like this one in the British Columbia Rockies on 30-December-2006.

BC Rockies
Another view across the Robson Valley was attained on the Canadian National Albreda Subdivision on 30-December-2006.

BC Rockies
From the dome car, one could look back at British Columbia mountains already passed on 30-December-2006.

BC Rockies
This ridge was across from the tracks as the Canadian rose to the summit of the Rockies on 30-December-2006.

BC Rockies
While it was winter in the Canadian Rockies, lineside detectors reported no temperature below -18 C on 30-December-2006.

Moose River
A look down at the Moose River in eastern British Columbia from "The Canadian" on 30-December-2006.

BC Rockies
Another look back toward the interior of British Columbia as the train climbed to the summit on 30-December-2006.

BC Rockies
VIA's Canadian passed through a tunnel near Foster, British Columbia on 30-December-2006.

BC Rockies
The rear of VIA's Canadian was viewed from its middle dome car as it climbed the Rockies on 30-December-2006.

Moose River
The Moose River was observed running toward the Pacific Ocean near the Continental Divide on 30-December-2006.

BC Rockies
The Canadian rounded another curve climbing toward the summit of the Rockies on 30-December-2006.

BC Rockies
The Canadian National's Robson Sub, an alternate route, came into view from the Albreda Sub on 30-December-2006.

Moose Lake
VIA's Canadian started to pass along Moose Lake, BC at its western end on 30-December-2006.

Moose Lake
Moose Lake was completely frozen over as observed from VIA's Canadian passing on 30-December-2006.

Moose Lake
A look down the length of frozen Moose Lake, BC, from VIA's Canadian on 30-December-2006.

Moose Lake
Birds partake in consuming some carnage in the middle of Moose Lake, BC on 30-December-2006.

Moose Lake
The Canadian National tracks paralleled Trans-Canada Highway 16 along Moose Lake, BC on 30-December-2006.

Moose Lake
The morning sun started to rise over a ridge at Moose Lake, BC on 30-December-2006.

Moose Lake
Direct sunlight started to shine on the frozen Moose Lake on 30-December-2006.

Mount Fitzwilliam
Mount Fitzwilliam rose above Moose Lake, British Columbia on 30-December-2006.

Mount Fitzwilliam
At 9518 feet, Mount Fitzwilliam was a towering presence above Moose Lake, BC on 30-December-2006.

Mount Fitzwilliam
A final look at Mount Fitzwilliam was attained from the dome car on VIA's Canadian on 30-December-2006.

BC Rockies
A look back toward more of the Rocky Mountains as the VIA Canadian climbed east of Moose Lake on 30-December-2006.

Continental Divide
VIA's Canadian crossed the Continental Divide at 3718 feet into the province Alberta on 30-December-2006.

Continental Divide
Now across the Continental Divide, VIA's Canadian provided this view back at British Columbia on 30-December-2006.

Yellowhead View
A look back toward the Rockies of British Columbia from Yellowhead, Alberta aboard the Canadian on 30-December-2006.

Pond in the Rockies
A look down at this frozen pond was attained from VIA's Canadian near Geike, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

Pond in the Rockies
Another pond appeared below grade near Geike, Alberta viewed from VIA's Canadian on 30-December-2006.

Jasper - Station
The Jasper, Alberta station was observed from the Canadian's dome car on 30-December-2006.

Jasper - Locomotive
VIA F40PH-2D #6451 waited for its chance to scale the distant mountains at Jasper, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

Jasper - Baggage
A member of the VIA crew worked the baggage during the Canadian's Jasper station stop on 30-December-2006.

Jasper - Station
People milled about the Jasper, Alberta station at train time on 30-December-2006.

Jasper - Totem Pole
A Totem Pole carved by Haida Chief Simeon Stilta welcomed visitors to Japser, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

Jasper - Totem Pole
The Totem Pole in Jasper, Alberta has stood in this location at the train station since 1919, observed 30-December-2006.

Jasper - Totem Pole
The Totem Pole at Japser, Alberta is about 12 meters tall, as observed on 30-December-2006.

Jasper - Connaught Drive
Jasper's Connaught Drive was quiet near lunchtime on a snowy 30-December-2006.

Jasper - Connaught Drive
A typical view of Jasper, Alberta was attained from the station parking lot on 30-December-2006.

Jasper - Connaught Drive
The varied architectures and heritages of buildings in Jasper, Alberta were readily apparent on 30-December-2006.

Jasper - Connaught Drive
Mountains appeared in the background in virtually any direction above Connaught Drive in Jasper on 30-December-2006.

Jasper - Connaught Drive
A mix of tourist-serving businesses were noted in Jasper, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

Jasper - Connaught Drive
What does it say that this building in Jasper, Alberta, was a bank on 30-December-2006?

Jasper - Steam Locomotive
Canadian National preserved this "Mountain" type steam locomotive #6015 at Jasper, Alberta, seen on 30-December-2006.

Jasper - Freight Train
Jasper was an active crew change point on the railroad, demonstrated by this coal train on 30-December-2006.

Jasper - Rail Yard
The Rocky Mountains loomed above the freight yards in Jasper, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

Jasper - Park Car
The "Park" dome observation car awaited departure time at Jasper, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

VIA Dome Car
Time to return to the dome car for the continuation of the trip east from Jasper, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

Jasper - Trans-Canada Highway
Leaving Jasper, Trans-Canada Highway 16 was observed from VIA's Canadian on 30-December-2006.

English, Alberta
The Rocky Mountains remained off in the distance as observed near English, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

English, Alberta
VIA's Canadian rounded a curve near English, Alberta as viewed from the middle dome car on 30-December-2006.

Henry House, Alberta
The mountains were observed around VIA's Canadian as it passed through Henry House, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

Henry House, Alberta
The snow cover decreased somewhat around Henry House, Alberta as observed on 30-December-2006.

Henry House, Alberta
Mountains loomed in the distance as the Canadian crossed the Indian Snake River on 30-December-2006.

Henry House, Alberta
A peak that had managed to eschew its snow cover rose near the tracks around Henry House, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

Athabasca River
A frozen-over pond along the Athabasca River came into view from VIA's Canadian on 30-December-2006.

Athabasca River
Mist rose from the Athabasca River near Devona, Alberta as observed from VIA's Canadian on 30-December-2006.

Frozen Pond
A frozen pond appeared near Devona, Alberta as seen from VIA's Canadian on 30-December-2006.

Lake Jasper
More mist rose from a frozen-over Lake Jasper east of Jasper, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

Lake Jasper
VIA's Canadian cruised along the shores of Lake Jasper, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

Lake Jasper
A look across Lake Jasper east of Devona, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

Lake Jasper
The mountains loomed across Lake Jasper from the path of VIA's Canadian on 30-December-2006.

Alberta Rockies
Another peak rose above the north shore of Lake Jasper as viewed from VIA's Canadian on 30-December-2006.

Alberta Rockies
The Alberta Rockies were observed from a distance near (East) Park Gate, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

Bighorn Sheep
These two female bighorn sheep had just scrambled to clear the tracks ahead of VIA's Canadian on 30-December-2006.

Bighorn Sheep
These female bighorn sheep had been interrupted by the passing of VIA's Canadian along Lake Jasper on 30-December-2006.

Lake Jasper
VIA's Canadian curved along Lake Jasper near the eastern entrance to the National Park on 30-December-2006.

Alberta Rockies
Another peak stood sentinel above the eastern gate of Jasper National Park on 30-December-2006.

Alberta Rockies
Another view of a mountain on the border of Jasper National Park was observed on 30-December-2006.

Athabasca River
The Athabasca River continued to flow near Entrance, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

Athabasca River
VIA's Canadian crossed the Athabasca River near Entrance, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

Alberta Rockies
One last view of the Rocky Mountains was attained while VIA's Canadian waited at Entrance, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

Galloway, Alberta
The scenery had become much flatter as VIA's Canadian passed Galloway, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

Edson, Alberta
VIA's Canadian passed through Edson, Alberta near sunset on 30-December-2006.

McLeod River
The Canadian crossed a high bridge over McLeod River east of Yates, Alberta on 30-December-2006.

Wolf Creek
At sunset on 30-December-2006, VIA's Canadian crossed a frozen Wolf Creek east of Yates, Alberta.

Rivers, Manitoba
The sun came up by the time VIA's Canadian reached Rivers, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Manitoba Prairie
The scenery was essentially flat prairie east of Rivers, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Snow Blowing
The snow kicked up by the passage of VIA's Canadian revealed the freshness of snowfall on 31-December-2006.

Train Shadow
The shadow of the Canadian's dome car appeared in the snow west of Knox, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Meet at Knox, Manitoba
One of many meets with a freight train occurred at Knox, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Manitoba Prairie
This farm elevator was noted from VIA's Canadian north of Brandon, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Justice, Manitoba
The Canadian passed through Justice, Manitoba and its modest town center on 31-December-2006.

Manitoba Prairie
The farmlands east of Justice, Manitoba appeared quite barren from VIA's Canadian on 31-December-2006.

Manitoba Prairie
Near-complete white nothingness was observed near Petrol Junction, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Manitoba Prairie
Trees suddenly appeared in the prairie near appropriately-named Firdale, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Pine Creek
VIA's Canadian crossed Pine Creek just west of Firdale, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Pine Creek
The forest near Firdale, Manitoba was viewed from a high point on the Canadian National tracks on 31-December-2006.

Portage La Prairie
VIA's Canadian stopped at the former Canadian National station in Portage La Prairie, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Portage La Prairie
VIA's Canadian passed the old Canadian Pacific station in Portage La Prairie, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Manitoba Prairie
The scenery again became desolate near Porter, Manitoba as view from VIA's Canadian on 31-December-2006.

Manitoba Prairie
These piles of straw rested for the winter near Carter, Manitoba as viewed from VIA's Canadian on 31-December-2006.

Manitoba Prairie
One of many snowmobilers to greet the train drove through a field east of Carter, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Snow Removal
Hours after a big storm, the snow was being cleared out of a residential area of Winnipeg, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Snow Removal
Another tractor was working this parking lot in Winnipeg, Manitoba after a snow storm on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Portage Junction
VIA's Canadian curved through Portage Jct. as it approached its station stop in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Pembrina Highway
VIA's Canadian passed above the Pembrina Highway which was recovering from the snowstorm on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Norwood Bridge
VIA's Canadian passed the Norwood Bridge over the frozen Red River in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Manitoba Capitol
The Manitoba Capitol building in Winnipeg could be observed from a distance on VIA's Canadian on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Assiniboine River
VIA's Canadian crossed the frozen Assiniboine River in downtown Winnipeg on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Downtown
This view of downtown Winnipeg was attained as VIA's Canadian approached the station on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Platform
Passengers deboarded from VIA's Canadian at the Winnipeg, Manitoba station on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - York Ave
York Avenue in Winnipeg looked quite covered in snow as VIA's Canadian sat overhead on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Provencher Bridge
The Provencher Bridge over the Red River was observed from Union Station in Winnipeg on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - CN Express Garage
The classic CN Express Garage still stood near the station in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Forks Market
Forks Market was located behind Union Station in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Forks Market
Much of Forks Market in Winnipeg was made up of old railroad cars, observed on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Forks Market
Sugar Express at Forks Market in Winnipeg was located in this old passenger car but was closed on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Broadway
Broadway in Winnipeg, Manitoba was lined with snow the morning after a major storm on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Broadway
A look down Broadway in Winnipeg, Manitoba showed its end at Union Station on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Union Station
The entrance to Union Station in Winnipeg, opened in 1911, was observed from Broadway on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Union Station
The attractive lobby of Winnipeg's Union Station was observed during the layover of VIA's Canadian on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Union Station
The top of the rotunda at Winnipeg's Union Station, constructed from 1908 to 1911, was observed on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Union Station
Back in the dome car, it was time for departure from Winnipeg's Union Station on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Provencher Bridge
The Provencher Bridge across the Red River in Winnipeg, Manitoba was observed from VIA's Canadian on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Red River
A deserted Stephen Juba Park along a frozen Red River in Winnipeg, Manitoba was photographed on 31-December-2006.

Winnipeg - Residential
Another residential area recovering from the overnight storm was observed in Winnipeg, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

VIA Meet at Lewis
VIA's eastbound Canadian #2 met westbound #1 at Lewis, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Train Shadow
The dome car again made a distinctive shadow in the snow west of Elma, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Elma, Manitoba
This church marked the town center of Elma, Manitoba to the passing VIA Canadian on 31-December-2006.

Elma, Manitoba
VIA's Canadian crossed the Birch River at Elma, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Elma, Manitoba
Forest cover began to appear again east of Elma, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Nason Lake
VIA's Canadian passed above Nason Lake in far eastern Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Marion Lake
Marion Lake would be the last lake encountered in the province of Manitoba, passed on 31-December-2006.

Marion Lake
Another look back at Marion Lake in eastern Manitoba near Winnitoba, Manitoba on 31-December-2006.

Malachi Lake
As the sun started to set, the train passed Malachi Lake in far western Ontario on 31-December-2006.

Malachi Station
VIA's Canadian called on the Malachi, Ontario station near sunset on 31-December-2006.

Malachi Lighthouse
It might seem strange when the lake was frozen over, but there was a lighthouse on Malachi Lake on 31-December-2006.

Malachi Sunset
The sun set on Malachi Lake, Ontario as VIA's Canadian passed on 31-December-2006.

Minaki Twilight
VIA's Canadian crossed the Winnipeg River near Minaki, Ontario at twilight on 31-December-2006.

Ontario Forest
The forest near Dunrankin, Ontario had a fresh coating of snow at daybreak on 1-January-2007.

Ontario Snow
VIA's Canadian was kicking up a good amount of freshly-fallen snow near Dunrankin, Ontario on 1-January-2007.

Ontario Forest
The forest continued to be dominated with freshly-fallen snow near Agate, Ontario on 1-January-2007.

Ontario Forest
The forest was observed across Kapuskasing Lake from the tracks near Elsas, Ontario on 1-January-2007.

Ontario Forest
A particularly icy and snowy scene was observed in the forest east of Elsas, Ontario on 1-January-2007.

McKees Camp, Ontario
Small cottages such as this one dotted the landscape of western Ontario, such as McKees Camp on 1-January-2007.

Post Lake
The Vermillion River widened into Post Lake near LaForest, Ontario on 1-January-2007.

VIA Park Car Rear View
A view out the rear of the Park Car near Raphoe, Ontario gave this view of the forest on 1-January-2007.

Vermillion River
VIA's Canadian followed the Vermillion River west of Raphoe, Ontario on 1-January-2007.

Raphoe, Ontario
Another small group of cottages was observed at Raphoe, Ontario from VIA's Canadian on 1-January-2007.

Vermillion River
The frozen Vermillion River again widened west of Milnet, Ontario on 1-January-2007.

Milnet Siding
Another view out the rear of the Park Car was attained at Milnet, Ontario on 1-January-2007.

Capreol, Ontario
The VIA Canadian made its final service stop at Capreol, Ontario, whose depot was pictured on 1-January-2007.

Capreol, Ontario
Main Street in Capreol, Ontario was observed on a dreary 1-January-2007.

Capreol, Ontario
There's a Chinese Restaurant everywhere. Proof was obtained in Capreol, Ontario on 1-January-2007.

Capreol, Ontario
VIA's Canadian was refueled in Capreol, Ontario during its service stop on 1-January-2007.

VIA Sleeping Car
VIA's sleeping cars were ready for reboarding at Capreol, Ontario on 1-January-2007.

VIA Park Car
The "Tweedsmuir Park" marked the end of "The Canadian" during its station stop at Capreol, Ontario on 1-January-2007.

Sudbury Junction
The snow started to disappear from the scene near Sudbury Junction, Ontario on 1-January-2007.

Wanapitei River
VIA's Canadian crossed the Wanapitei River in the industrial wasteland around Hotrum, Ontario on 1-January-2007.

French River
VIA's Canadian crossed high above the French River near Key Junction, Ontario on 1-January-2007.

Pickerei River
VIA's Canadian crossed the wider Pickerei River north of Key Junction, Ontario on 1-January-2007.

West Taylor's Lake
As daylight ran out on 1-January-2007, VIA's Canadian passed West Taylor's Lake, Ontario.

Toronto Arrival
VIA's Canadian stood on track #9 at Toronto, Ontario on 1-January-2007, having completed its 4466 kilometer trip.
Winter in Toronto, 2007

Toronto - Morning View
The morning sun shone on freshly fallen snow as viewed from my bedroom window in Toronto on 6-February-2007.

Toronto - Morning View
The largest snowfall of the season took over the view out the window on the morning of 14-February-2007.

Toronto - Morning View
The scene on 22-February-2007 featured arguably the hardest snowfall of the season.

Toronto - Harshaw Winter
Snow lined the sidewalk in front of my residence in Toronto on 30-January-2007.

Toronto - Morning View
The snow remained stacked up on the ground on 9-March-2007.

Toronto - Harshaw Winter
The carpet store at the foot of Harshaw Avenue looked out upon a fresh dusting of snow on 6-April-2007.

Toronto - St. Pius School
The playground at St. Pius School on Jane Street in Toronto was covered in snow on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - High Park
Most of Toronto's 161-hectare High Park looked like this under snow cover on 11-March-2007.

Toronto - High Park
The primary sled slope at High Park was starting to thaw away on 11-March-2007.

Toronto - High Park Geese Thaw
Canada Geese enjoyed a puddle formed from thawing snow at Toronto's High Park on 11-March-2007.

Toronto - Churchill City Hall
A statue of Winston Churchill enjoyed a summer sun in front of Toronto City Hall on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Nathan Phillips Rink
Ice skaters enjoyed the ice rink at Toronto's Nathan Phillips Square on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Old City Hall
The harsh winter sunlight shone down on Toronto's Old City Hall building on 18-March-2007.

Toronto - Yonge Street Arch
The arch along Toronto's Yonge Street in the 400 block sat in the late winter sun on 18-March-2007.

Toronto - Clarence Square Park
Toronto's Clarence Square Park made for a quiet and snowy scene at mid-day on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Fort York Winter
This was where the whole town started; Fort York enjoyed the snow cover on a sunny 18-February-2007.

Toronto - CN Tower, CN Freight
Canada's National (CN) Tower dominated the scene above a Canadian National (CN) freight train on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - CN Tower, GO Train
A Government of Ontario (GO) commuter train for Burlington departed Toronto beneath the CN Tower on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - GO Train
A GO train raced along the waterfront west of Exhibition as the CN Tower loomed in the background on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Polish Memorial
This monument to the suffering of the Polish people during World War II was noted in Toronto on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Polish Memorial
At the foot of Roncesvalles Street in the Polish area of Toronto was the Polish Memorial on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Humber Bay Winter
The area around Humber Bay in Toronto was noted from a pedestrian overpass on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Lake Shore Boulevard
The median of Lake Shore Boulevard in Toronto along Humber Bay was just a sheet of snow on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Palais Royal Winter
Normally the domain of yacht owners, the Palais Royal in Toronto sat surrounded by snow and empty on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Humber Bay Winter
Humber Bay in Toronto was viewed from the frozen beach on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Yacht Club Winter
The Yacht clubs were vacant for the winter as observed from the shore on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Lake Ontario Winter
Lake Ontario was frozen only behind the breakwater for the yacht clubs, as demonstrated on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Beach in Winter
Wind blew just enough snow away to reveal the sand at this beach location in Toronto on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Feed Geese Sign
The "Don't Feed the Geese" sign on a beach in Toronto seemed somewhat eerie on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Canada Geese
Of course, there were Canada Geese lining the shore despite the -10 C temperatures on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Canada Goose
This Canada Goose even seemed to think it was being fed in the snow on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Canada Goose
This Canada Goose appeared to be waiting for spring on the beach on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Birds Walking on Water
The geese and the seagulls appeared to be walking on Lake Ontario on a frozen 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Seagull
A seagull rested on the beach in the middle of winter on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Baby Point Winter
The posh Baby Point neighborhood enjoyed the first significant snow of the season on 14-January-2007.

Toronto - Loblaws Sign
This sign outside the Loblaws grocery store on Dundas Road in Toronto took on a winter flair on 27-January-2007.

Toronto - Humber Frozen
The Humber River was noted frozen over at Old Mill in Toronto on 6-February-2007.

Toronto - Humber River March
The Humber River remained frozen over and under snow on 9-March-2007.

Toronto - Humber Melting
The continuous snow cover was coming to an end at the Humber River on 23-March-2007.

Toronto - Humber Winter
The Humber River enjoyed the first dusting of snow of the season on 14-January-2007.

Toronto - Humber Ducks Winter
Ducks took refuge on islands of ice in the middle of the Humber River at Dundas Street on 27-January-2007.

Toronto - Humber Winter
The Humber River was starting to freeze over as viewed to the south at Dundas Street on 27-January-2007.

Toronto - Humber Train Winter
A Canadian Pacific freight train crossed the Humber River on a snow-covered 20-January-2007.

Toronto - Winter Squirrel
A squirrel enjoyed the winter wonderland near the Humber River in Toronto on 27-January-2007.

Toronto - Humber Winter
The valley along the Humber River was well-covered with snow on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Humber Train Winter
Canadian Pacific mixed freight #241 switched above the Humber River on 18-February-2007.

Toronto - Snow and Ice
Freezing rain had covered the snow on this Dundas Street railing on 27-January-2007, leading to crunchy snow.

Toronto - Royal York Train
Canadian Pacific train #135 crossed Royal York Avenue in Toronto on a snowy 27-January-2007.

Toronto - St. Georges on Hill
St. George's on the Hill on Dundas Street in Toronto was viewed in winter conditions on 27-January-2007.

Toronto - Royal York Winter
The Royal York residential area of Toronto was viewed from Dundas Street on a snowy 27-January-2007.

Toronto - Royal York Winter
Houses along Royal York Avenue in Toronto enjoyed winter sun on fresh snowfall on 20-January-2007.

Toronto - Symthe Park Winter
Symthe Park along Jane Street showed a dusting of snow from flurries on 6-April-2007.

Toronto - Eglinton Apartments
The fields outside the apartments at Eglinton and Jane in Toronto were covered with snow on 2-February-2007.

Toronto - Eglinton Apartments
The fields near Eglinton Avenue and Jane Street in Toronto sat beneath a blanket of snow on 2-February-2007.

Toronto - Royale Sign Winter
The sign on the Royale Tissue factory on Jane Street in Toronto matched the weather on 2-February-2007.

Toronto - Humber Winter
The Humber River was substantially frozen in the Weston neighborhood of Toronto on 7-February-2007.

Toronto - GMC Fishbowl
1982-era GMC T6H 5703N "Fishbowl" #2336 worked a 58A Malton bus to Pearson Airport on 20-February-2007.

Toronto - umedik Winter
The umedik corporate headquarters was surrounded by snow on 23-January-2007.

Toronto - umedik Winter
More snow had fallen by the time of this view of the umedik headquarters in Toronto on 26-January-2007.

Toronto - umedik Winter
The snow continued to fall at umedik headquarters in Toronto after dark on 26-January-2007.

Toronto - Carlingview Traffic
An unusual traffic jam developed on Carlingview Drive in Toronto during a snowstorm on 1-March-2007.

Toronto - Airport Winter
Toronto's Lester Pearson International Airport continued operations in the snow on 19-February-2007.

Toronto - Broadacres Park
Broadacres Park in western Toronto was covered in a thick blanket of snow on 12-February-2007.

Toronto - Work Train Winter
A Canadian Pacific Work Train passed through the Kipling neighborhood on a snowy 3-February-2007.

Toronto - Subway Winter
A Bloor-Danforth Line subway departed its originating terminal of Kipling on 3-February-2007.

Toronto - Subway Winter
Another Bloor-Danforth subway train departed Kipling station on a freezing 3-February-2007.

Toronto - Kipling Buses
A fleet of Toronto Transit Commission (TTC) buses demonstrated packed traffic at the Kipling busway on 3-February-2007.

Toronto - Orion 5 Bus
TTC Orion 5 bus #6733 from 1992 left Kipling station on a route 112A West Mall run on 3-February-2007.

Toronto - D-40-LF Bus
1999-era New Flyer D-40-LF #7308 started out of Kipling on a 44 Kiplling South run on 3-February-2007.

Toronto - D-40-LF Bus
Another New Flyer D-40-LF coach, #7333 made a run on the 192 Airport Rocket route to Pearson Airport on 3-February-2007.

Toronto - Orion VII Bus
2003-vintage Orion VII coach #7638 departed Kipling with a 191 Highway 27 Rocket load on 3-February-2007.

Toronto - Orion VII Hybrid
Brand-new 2006-built Orion VII hybrid #1085 departed Kipling on a 46 Martin Grove run on 3-February-2007.

Toronto - West Don Train
A Canadian Pacific freight train crossed the West Don River in eastern Toronto on a snow-covered 10-February-2007.

Toronto - West Don Train
A grain train representing most Canadian provinces crossed the West Don River in Toronto on 10-February-2007.

Toronto - Snow Pile
Not all of winter is attractive, witness this snow pile located on Harshaw Avenue on 11-March-2007.

Ontario Winter Aerial
Technically not Toronto, these fields typlified the snow covering of southern Ontario on 7-April-2007.
Trip to Chicago, Illinois, February 2007

Dundas, Ontario
VIA Rail Canada's corridor service from Toronto to Windsor provided this view of Dundas, ON on 24-February-2007.

Plains near Brantford, Ontario
The fields were covered with snow east of Brantford, Ontario on 24-February-2007.

Brantford, Ontario Station
VIA's train #671 called on the classic Canadian National station at Brantford, Ontario on 24-February-2007.

Grand River
The Grand River near Paris, Ontario was viewed from VIA's corridor train #671 on 24-February-2007.

Woodstock, Ontario
Another visually attractive station stood on the Canadian National line at Woodstock, Ontario on 24-February-2007.

Fields near Glencoe, Ontario
The fields were covered in snow near Glencoe, Ontario on 24-February-2007.

Fields near Chatham, Ontario
The snow cover had waned slightly by Chatham, Ontario on 24-February-2007.

Windsor - VIA Station
VIA's station in the Walkerville neighborhood of Windsor, Ontario was observed on 24-February-2007.

Windsor - Walkerville
Canadian Club whiskey was made in this facility in the Walkerville neighborhood of Windsor, ON on 24-February-2007.

Windsor - Riverside Park
Windsor's Riverside Park along the Detroit River was nearly empty as it sat under snow cover on 24-February-2007.

Windsor - Riverfront Park
The concession stand at Windsor's Riverfront Park was made up to look like a train station on 24-February-2007.

Windsor - Casino
The Windsor Casino dominated the skyline of Windsor, ON on 24-February-2007.

Windsor - Ambassador Bridge
The Ambassador Bridge between Michigan and Ontario stood in the distance as viewed from Windsor on 24-February-2007.

Windsor - Detroit River Ice
Ice was noted floating down the Detroit River from Riverfront Park in Windsor, ON on 24-February-2007.

Detroit - Belle Isle Bridge
Belle Isle and the famous arched Belle Isle Bridge in Detroit were observed from Windsor, ON on 24-February-2007.

Detroit - Stroh Center
The Stroh Center, historically home to the Stroh's brewery, was observed from across the river on 24-February-2007.

Detroit - River Place
Detroit's River Place along the Detroit River was observed from Windsor, ON on 24-February-2007.

Detroit - Tri-Centennial Light
The Tri-Centennial Light was constructed to celebrate Detroit's 300th anniversary in 2003, seen on 24-February-2007.

Detroit - Skyline
The skyline of downtown Detroit was observed from across the Detroit River in Windsor, ON on 24-February-2007.

Detroit - Skyline
Another look at the Detroit skyline, dominated by GM's world headquarters at the Renaissance Center, on 24-February-2007

Detroit - Skyline
GM purchased the dominant Renaissance Center in Detroit in 1996; this view was attained on 24-February-2007.

Windsor - Tunnel BBQ
The Tunnel BBQ restaurant in Windsor, ON was located just outside the tunnel to Detroit on 24-February-2007.

Windsor - Transit Buses
A GMDD/MCI Classic, Orion 501, and Nova Low-Floor LFS bus met at the transit center in Windsor, ON on 24-February-2007.

Detroit - Comerica Park
Comerica Park, home of the Detroit Tigers baseball team, was observed on 24-Feburary-2007.

Pontiac - City Center
The city center area of Pontiac, Michigan was observed from the Amtrak station on 24-February-2007.

Pontiac - Factory
One of the automobile factories in Pontiac, Michigan was observed from a passing train on 24-February-2007.

Battle Creek - Factory
The Post cereal sign made it clear that it was Battle Creek, Michigan after dark on 24-February-2007.

Chicago - Union Station
Chicago's Union Station, served by Amtrak and Metra, was observed under snow cover on 25-February-2007.

Chicago - Train Departure
Amtrak's Empire Builder departed Chicago underneath Boeing's world headquarters on 25-February-2007.

Chicago - Metra Train
A Metra F40PHM-2 provided the power for an Aurora commuter train arriving in Chicago on 25-February-2007.

Chicago - Combined Amtrak Trains
A rare sight on 25-February-2007 as Amtrak #364 for Port Huron and #352 for Pontiac departed Chicago as one train.

Chicago - El Train
An elevated train crossed the Chicago River on Lake Street with Merchandise Mart in the background on 25-February-2007.

Chicago - River
A boat traveled down the Chicago River and underneath the Randolph Street bridge on 25-February-2007.

Chicago - Post Office
Congress Parkway ran right underneath the main Chicago Post Office on 25-February-2007.

Chicago - Metra Electric
Chicago's unique (for most of the US) Metra Electric line was observed at Van Buren Street on 26-February-2007.

Chicago - Art Institute
The famous Art Institute of Chicago at the head of Adams Street was observed on 26-February-2007.

Chicago - Flamingo
Alexander Calder's "Flamingo" sculpture was noted at Federal Plaza in Chicago on 26-February-2007.

Chicago - Federal Reserve
The Federal Reserve Building in Chicago was observed on 25-February-2007.

Chicago - Board of Trade
Five-ton statues of "Industry" and "Agriculture" stood outside the Chicago Board of Trade on 25-February-2007.

Chicago - Board of Trade
The 605-foot tall Chicago Board of Trade Building towered over LaSalle Street after dark on 25-February-2007.
Trip to Las Vegas, Nevada, March 2007

Las Vegas - Stratosphere
The 1,149-foot (350 m) Stratosphere Tower in Las Vegas was the highest free-standing tower in Nevada on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Mountain View
The view eastward from the Sahara Hotel tower in Las Vegas looked toward Sunrise and Frenchman Mountains on 3-March-2007

Las Vegas - Monorail
The Las Vegas Monorail, which traveled most of the length of the Strip, arrived at the Sahara Station on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Sahara
The back entrance to the Sahara Hotel was observed from the Las Vegas Monorail on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - North Strip
Some of the hotels at the north end of the strip, including the Hilton, were observed from the monorail on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - El Rancho
A timeshare sat on the site of El Rancho, the first Las Vegas resort, destroyed by fire in 1960, seen 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - North Strip
Another view of the north end of the strip including the Sahara and Stratosphere from the monorail on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Convention Center
The monorail stopped at the Las Vegas Convention Center with 3.2 million square feet of space, on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Riviera Parking Lot
One of the enormous parking lots of Las Vegas was noted behind the Riviera Hotel on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wynn
The Wynn Hotel had just opened in 2005 with a car dealership inside and was observed on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Mountain View
The view from the Las Vegas Monorail looked over the strip toward the Spring Mountains on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Central Strip
The Las Vegas monorail approached the center of the 4 mile-long Strip on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Golf Course
The central Strip came into closer view over the Desert Inn Golf Course from the Las Vegas Monorail on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Parking Lot
Another enormous parking lot was noted behind Harrah's on the central Strip on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Golf Course
The Stratosphere rose above the Desert Inn Golf Course along the Strip in Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Golf Course
The Desert Inn Golf Course associated with the Wynn Hotel featured this waterfall on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - South Strip
The south end of the 4-mile Strip was viewed from the Las Vegas Monorail on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Flamingo
A view of the back side of the Flamingo Hotel was obtained from the Las Vegas Monorail on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Monorail
A monorail train arrived at the Flamingo station on the Strip in Las Vegas (technically Paradise, NV) on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Bruce Julie & Marina
Bruce Carson, Julie Malloy, and Marina Carson enjoyed the Flamingo Hotel on the morning of 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Meri and Brett
Meri Carson guided her grandson Brett Carson around the Flamingo Hotel on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Brett Carson
Brett Carson played catch in his hotel room at the Flamingo Hotel on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Brett & Marina
Brett and Marina Carson unwound in their hotel room at the Flamingo on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Flamingo Pool View
The pool area of the Flamingo Hotel was observed from Bruce Carson and Julie Malloy's room on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Flamingo Beach Club
The Flamingo Hotel featured this Beach Club near its main pool on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Flamingo Pool Slide
The Flamingo Hotel featured this pool slide, closed for the winter season on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Flamingo Pool
The Lagoon Pool was the largest pool in the Flamingo Hotel complex, observed on the morning of 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Flamingo Ducks
Even ducks travel to the Crescendo Pool at the Flamingo to get married, witness this pair on the morning of 3-March-2007

Las Vegas - Arne Carson
Arne Carson stood below a building in Las Vegas designed by his KPFF firm on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Cynthia & Brad
Cynthia and Brad Gleich awaited the wedding of Brad's sister Cari at the Flamingo on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Brenna Gleich
Brenna Gleich awaited her flower bearer role in her aunt's wedding at the Flamingo on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Tuck and Carol
Tuck and Carol Harper awaited the Gleich/Stalter wedding at the Flamingo on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Tuck and Geno
Tuck Harper welcomed Geno Stalter to the family at the Flamingo on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Procession
The wedding procession got underway for the Gleich/Stalter wedding on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Procession
Allan and Cynthia added to the wedding procession at the Flamingo Hotel on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Procession
Brenna Gleich entered as part of the wedding procession at the Flamingo Hotel on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Altar
The wedding party awaited the bride at the Crescendo Pool Altar at the Flamingo Hotel on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Procession
Father Mike Gleich and his daughter Cari entered the scene at the Crescendo Pool on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Ceremony
Cari and Geno were told to face each other during their wedding ceremony on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Ceremony
Geno Stalter enjoys a lighter moment when told Cari "is the boss" during their wedding ceremony on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Recessional
Cari and Geno lead the recessional after their wedding ceremony at the Crescendo Pool on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Recessional
Brenna Gleich closed the wedding recessional as she exited the Crescendo Pool area on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Lifeguard
Watching over the entire ceremony was this lifeguard photographed at the Crescendo Pool on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Pictures
The entire wedding party posed at the Crescendo Pool in Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Pictures
Mike and Connie Gleich surrounded Cari and Geno at the Crescendo Pool after the wedding on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Pictures
Brad, Cynthia, and Brenna Gleich joined the scene for the Gleich-side family portrait on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Pictures
Both Cari and Geno's parents posed with the newly-married couple at the Crescendo Pool on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Pictures
Cynthia and Brenna Gleich were amongst those getting rather cold during the photo sessions on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Pictures
Geno and Cari Stalter posed on a bridge near the Crescendo Pool at the Flamingo Hotel on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Pictures
Geno and Cari kissed on the bridge near the Crescendo Pool at the Flamingo Hotel on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Pictures
The paparazzi were reduced to taking pictures of each other at the Flamingo Hotel on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Truck Limo
The wedding vehicle was a four-door pickup truck, as observed at Ricardo's of Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Truck Limo
Geno Stalter alights from the pickup limosine at Ricardo's of Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Truck Limo
Geno helps Cari out of the pickup limosine outside Ricardo's of Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Reception
The head table at Geno and Cari's wedding reception at Ricardo's Mexican Restaurant in Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Reception
Cari and Geno enjoyed the reception at Ricardo's of Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Reception
Cari's parents Mike and Connie Gleich posed at the wedding reception at Ricardo's of Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Reception
Julie Malloy, Meri, Arne, Bruce, and Marina Carson posed at the reception at Ricardo's of Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Reception
Brenna Gleich and Brett Carson played together during the reception at Ricardo's of Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Reception
Gleich family friends Terry and Karen Kelly enjoyed the reception at Ricardo's of Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Reception
Dave and Mary Kelly and Larry "Tuck" and Carol Harper posed at Ricardo's of Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Reception
Brian and Dawn Clark, Janelle and Tyler Klages, and Heather and Shawn Harris at Ricardo's of Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Reception
Ron, Ann, Marsha, Steve, Nicole, and Scott from the Stalter side posed at Ricardo's of Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Reception
Darrell and Sharon Mahaney, Camella Phlum, Ron and Sue Mahaney, and Dennis Phlum at Ricardo's on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Reception
Allan toasted Geno as the toasts got underway at Ricardo's of Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Reception
Geno Stalter gave his thanks for everyone's presence at Ricardo's of Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Reception
Maid of Honor Jennifer Frausto gave her toast at the reception at Ricardo's of Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Reception
Geno's Uncle Ron Pare provided a toast to the newly-married couple at Ricardo's of Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Reception
Geno and Cari prepared to cut the wedding cake at Ricardo's of Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Reception
Cari and Geno started to cut their wedding cake at Ricardo's of Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Wedding Reception
Geno Stalter prepared to receive the first bite of the wedding cake from new bride Cari on 3-March-2007 at Ricardo's.

Las Vegas - Wedding Reception
Geno Stalter faced frosting on his face after taking the first bite of cake at Ricardo's of Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Mandalay Bay
The Mandalay Bay and its 3700 rooms mark the south end of the Strip, as observed on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Mandalay Bay Tram
The tram running between the Mandalay Bay and Excalibur passed THEhotel at Mandalay Bay on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Luxor
This obelisk-shaped sign stood outside the Egyptian-themed Luxor Hotel on the strip on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Luxor
The 350-foot tall pyramid and replica of the Sphinx made up the Luxor Hotel on the strip, observed on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Luxor
The interior entrance to the Luxor Hotel was noted 4-March-2007; the hollow pyramid contained 4,407 rooms.

Las Vegas - Luxor
A corner of the hollow pyramid at the Luxor Hotel was photographed on 4-March-2007; inclinators work at the corners.

Las Vegas - Luxor
Another obelisk sat at the center of the 1993-vintage Luxor Hotel as photographed on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Luxor
The top of the Luxor pyramid, 350 feet above, was observed on 4-March-2007, just 100 feet shorter than a real pyramid.

Las Vegas - Excalibur
The 1990-era Camelot and medievil-themed Excalibur Hotel featured 4,032 room as observed on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Tropicana
The 1957-era Tropicana Hotel and its 1,871 rooms were looking a bit worse for wear on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - MGM Grand
The bronze lion in front of the MGM Grand, at 100,000 pounds and 45 feet tall, was the largest in the US on 4-March-2007

Las Vegas - MGM Grand
The 1993-era MGM Grand, with 5,044 rooms, was the largest in world when this picture was taken on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - MGM Lions
Amongst the attractions of the MGM Grand were live lions; a pair of females walked about on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - New York New York
A skyline reminiscent of Manhattan greeted visitors to the New York New York Hotel in Las Vegas on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - New York New York
Another view of the facade of the New York New York, which surprisingly has only 2,024 rooms, on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - New York New York
The Statue of Liberty outside New York New York was approximately half-scale at 150 feet tall on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - New York New York
The roller coaster at the New York New York Hotel traveled inside and outside the building on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - New York New York
The sign proclaiming the New York New York Hotel towered over a replica of the Brooklyn Bridge on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - New York New York
This replica of the Brooklyn Bridge ran along Las Vegas Boulevard ("the Strip") on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Commercial Stores
Amongst the impressive commercial stores along the Strip are the Coca-Cola and M&M stores noted on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Monte Carlo
The Monte Carlo and its 3,002 rooms towered above the Strip on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Aladdin
The onetime Aladdin Hotel was in the midst of its conversion to Planet Hollywood on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Bellagio
The Bellagio and its 3,933 rooms were known for an 8-acre pool and fountain show not seen in this 4-March-2007 view.

Las Vegas - Paris
A replica of the Montgolfier balloon served as the sign for the Paris Hotel on the Las Veags Strip on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Paris
A two-thirds scale replica of the Arc de Triomphe sat outside the Paris Hotel on the Strip on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Paris
This half-scale, 540-foot version of the Eiffel Tower rose above the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Paris
The Eiffel Tower replica stood above the 2,916 rooms of the Paris Hotel on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Paris
The realistic lines of the Eiffel Tower replica became obvious at the Paris Hotel on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Bally's
Bally's and its 2,814 rooms were known for a 1980 fire that killed 87 when it was named the MGM, observed 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Caesars Palace
Some of the 3,349 rooms at Caesars Palace were located in this tower observed on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Caesars Palace
One of the entrances to Caesars Palace along Las Vegas Boulevard ("the Strip") was observed on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Caesars Forum
The entrance to Caesars Forum, one of the premier shopping centers in Las Vegas, was observed on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Caesars Forum
The Roman God Bacchus took center stage at the Caesars Forum Moving Statues display on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Caesars Forum
A statue of the Roman God Apollo also came to life during the Caesars Forum Moving Statues show on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Caesars Forum
A statue of the Roman God Venus also moved about during the Moving Statues show in Caesars Forum on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Caesars Forum
A statue of the blind Roman Plutus contributed to the Moving Statues display at Caesars Forum on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Caesars Forum
A laser display was part of the Moving Statues show at Caesars Forum on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Caesars Forum
The lasers created interesting shapes on the ceiling above the Caesars Forum shops on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Harrah's
Brett Carson posed in front of a NASCAR parked in front Harrah's Las Vegas on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Harrah's
Bruce and Brett Carson inspected the NASCAR outside Harrah's and its 2,616 rooms on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Mirage
The 1989-era Mirage and its 3,049 rooms towered over Las Vegas Boulevard on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Mirage
A White Tiger acted like a normal cat, sleeping away the day at the Mirage on 3-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Mirage
The famous volcano display outside the Mirage Hotel takes place at this location at night, observed on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Venetian
The 1999-era Venetian Hotel featured this tower above its extensive Grand Canal Shoppes on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Venetian
The trademark footbridge in front of the Venetian Hotel and its 4,049 suites was photographed on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Venetian
One of the hotel towers at the Venetian rose above the footbridge on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Venetian
Despite its desert location, the Venetian Hotel featured this harbor full of water on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Venetian
Gondola rides through the canals at the Venetian Hotels were ongoing at a smaller footbridge on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Venetian
This mural decorated the ceiling at the Venetian Hotel just inside the casino on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Treasure Island
The 1993-era Treasure Island hotel and its 2,900 rooms were photographed on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Treasure Island
One of the ships used in the "Sirens of ti" show sat outside the Treasure Island Hotel on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Treasure Island
The second ship used in the "Sirens of ti" show sat around the corner at Treasure Island on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Fashion Show
The unusually-shaped Fashion Show shopping mall was observed from a footbridge over Las Vegas Boulevard on 4-March-2007.

Scenery - Nevada Mountains
The Cima Mountains loomed above Interstate 15 near Jean, Nevada on 4-March-2007.

Scenery - Nevada Mountains
A Union Pacific double-stack container train headed westbound through Jean, Nevada on 4-March-2007.

Las Vegas - Stratosphere
The Stratosphere Tower and its accompanying 2,444 hotel rooms (at left) loomed over Las Vegas after dark on 3-March-2007
St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, March 2007

St. Patrick Subway Sign
The TTC's St. Patrick subway station at Dundas and University in Toronto wore green year-round, pictured 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Reviewers
Toronto's City Hall loomed in the background as the reviewing stand awaited the St. Patrick's Day Parade, 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Beginning
The opening of the St. Patrick's Day Parade passed Old City Hall in Toronto on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Beginning
A closer look at the opening of the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on Queen Street on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Bagpipes
The first set of bagpipes walked down Queen Street in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Marshall
The Grand Marshall of the St. Patrick's Day Parade passed the south entrance to the Eaton Centre on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Counties
The St. Patrick's Day parade was divided into the counties of Ireland, as with Kilkenny here on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Float
The Gowran Park racetrack in Ireland inspired this float in the Toronto St. Patrick's Day Parade on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Horses
Relatively few horses took part in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Flags
A set of flags for the Optimists Alumni passed the south entrance of the Eaton Centre on Queen Street on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Drums
Optimists Alumni Drum and Bugle Corps marched down Queen Street in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Dancing
A group of dancers used the corner of Yonge and Queen for a circle dance in the St. Patrick's Day Parade, 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Yonge St.
The St. Patrick's Day Parade continued down Yonge Street in Toronto on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Penguins
Penguins can apparently be Irish, as evidenced by this colony in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto, 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Yonge St.
A long line of floats, bands, and dignitaries came down Yonge Street in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Marchers
The Irish Canadian Association participated in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Band
The York Lions Steel Band livened up the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto along Yonge Street on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Bus
A London Bus seemed an odd choice for the St. Patrick's Day parade in Toronto on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Bagpipes
The Toronto Fire Department fielded a large group of bagpipers in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Flags
The Toronto Fire Department proudly carried a set of flags down Yonge Street in Toronto on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's - Firefighters
A long line of firefighters from the Toronto Department marched in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Dalmation
A dalmation mascot marched for the fire department in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade -Fire Truck
One of several modern fire trucks came down Yonge Street in Toronto in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Float
A dragon float came down Yonge Street in Toronto during the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Shriners
The Rameses Hillbilly Shriners participated in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Shriners
The Road Kill Cafe was part of the Rameses Hillbilly Shriners float in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Shriners
A self-propelled outhouse was part of the Rameses Hillbilly Shriners contingent on Yonge Street on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Shriners
The Rameses Hillbilly Shriners contributed a self-propelled bathtub to the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Argonaut
The Toronto Argonauts mascot joined the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Float
The Gaelic Athletic Association of Toronto provided this float to the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Queen
Miss Universe Canada Inga Skaya participated in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - The Ex
The Canadian National Exhibition's Beaver mascot passed the Eaton Centre on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - The Ex
A float celebrating the Canadian National Exhibition participated in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Band
The York Regional Police Pipe Band marched down Yonge Street during the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Pickup
The Steam Whistle Brewery's green pickup participated in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Crowd
The crowd around Yonge and Dundas was especially large during the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Band
The Ayr Paris Band marched down Yonge Street in Toronto during the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Band
The Philippine Heritage Band marched in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Float
This float hoped to raise money to save the O'Connor Irish Heritage House in North York on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Shriners
The Newbeaver Shrine Club paraded this train-like vehicle down Yonge Street in Toronto on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Shriners
Members of the Newbeaver Shrine Club rode down Yonge Street on their road train on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Ambulance
A 1954 Packard Ambulance was part of the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Ambulance
A 1966 Pontiac Ambulance was part of the Toronto EMS participation in the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Ambulance
A 1985 Dodge Ambulance rolled down Yonge Street in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Ambulance
A modern Chevy ambulance also participated in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Yonge St.
The temporary end of the St. Patrick's Day Parade headed down Yonge Street after a detour started on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Heffernan
"Canada's most media-savvy priest" Father Bernard Heffernan was in Toronto's St. Patrick's Day Parade, 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Float
This float celebrated winter sports in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on Yonge Street on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Float
Paddy Penguin strangely wasn't wearing green in the St. Patrick's Day Parade in Toronto on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Band
A band marched down Yonge Street in Toronto during the St. Patrick's Day Parade on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Parade - Patrick
An honorary St. Patrick brought up the end of the St. Patrick's Day parade in Toronto on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick - Subway Sign
After the parade, it was time to re-board the subway at University and Dundas on 18-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Day - Dinner
Lance Gleich cut the corned beef at his St. Patrick's Day Dinner on 17-March-2007 in this Bruce Millman photo.

St. Patrick's Day - Dinner
Corned Beef and cabbage are the staple dinner for St. Patrick's Day, as prepared by Lance Gleich on 17-March-2007.

St. Patrick's Day - Dinner
Bruce Millman and Lance Gleich at the St. Patrick's Day dinner on 17-March-2007 in this Roberta Millman photo.

St. Patrick's Day - Dinner
Bruce and Roberta Millman attended the first St. Patrick's Day dinner in Boston in 1999 and 17-March-2007 in Toronto.
Palo Alto, California, April 2007

Air Canada Star Alliance Plane
One of Air Canada's Star Alliance planes, a Boeing 767-300, was at Toronto's Lester B. Pearson Airport 7-April-2007.

Sierra Nevada Aerial
The Sierra Nevada mountains of California were viewed from the air on 7-April-2007.

Palo Alto Station
The art deco station at Palo Alto, California was observed from a passing Caltrain on 29-March-2006.

Palo Alto Water Tower
This old, 1896-vintage water tower was still standing in Palo Alto, California on 30-March-2006.

Palo Alto - El Palo Alto Sign
Ironically, the tree behind the El Palo Alto Park sign in Palo Alto, California was not El Palo Alto on 7-April-2007.

Palo Alto -Train at El Palo Alto
El Palo Alto was the tree in the background of this Caltrain at San Francisquito Creek on 7-April-2007.

Palo Alto-San Francisquito Creek
San Francisquito Creek in Palo Alto was viewed from a pedestrian bridge on 7-April-2007.

Palo Alto-San Francisquito Creek
Another view of San Franicsquito Creek in Palo Alto, California made possible by El Palo Alto Park on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Entrance
The entrance to Stanford University was viewed from the bridge over El Camino Real in Palo Alto on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Oval
"The Oval" entrance to Stanford University was viewed from the end of Palm Drive on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Oval
A closer look at "The Oval" revealed typical weekend recreational activities on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Hoover Tower
Stanford University's 285-foot Hoover Tower rose above the "Oval" on campus on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Quad
A portion of the main quadrangle of academic buildings at Stanford University was viewed on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Plaque
This plaque was a reminder that the whole university was dedicated to a dead son, pictured 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Quad
The walkways that lined Stanford's main quadrangle mainly looked like this on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Memorial Court
Memorial Court was located just inside the Stanford Main Quadrangle, observed on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Burghers of Calais
Highlights of the Stanford campus included Rodin's Burghers of Calais, explained here on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Burghers of Calais
The Burghers of Calais all stood in one corner of Memorial Court on the Stanford University campus on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Burghers of Calais
Pierrre de Weissant was captued by Rodin in this Burghers of Calais sculpture observed 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Burghers of Calais
Jean D'Aire held the key to the city in this view of the Burghers of Calais on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Burghers of Calais
Andreiu de Andre had an amazing expression in the Burghers of Calais viewed on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Burghers of Calais
Eustache de St. Pierre was one of the Burghers of Calais observed on the Stanford campus on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Burghers of Calais
Rodin's 1888 Jacques de Weissant was amongst the Burghers of Calais casts at Stanford University on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Burghers of Calais
Jean de Fiennes was one of the six city leaders offering themselves for sacrifice in 1347, viewed 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Memorial Church
Stanford's centerpiece Memorial Church (er, MemChu) was observed from the Inner Quad on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Inner Quad
Another view of the Inner Quad at Stanford University looking east to Hoover Tower on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Memorial Plaque
This plaque in the inner quad marked the 100th anniversary of Stanford University, viewed on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Time Capsule
In theory, this was the time capsule provided by my graduating class from Stanford University, observed 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Side Path
This path running along the "Oval" was actually the main route from west campus into Palo Alto, seen 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Original Chemistry
Stanford's 1900 Chemistry building was closed in 1986 and sealed off after the 1989 earthquake, on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Bicyclist
A bicyclist--clearly a grad student with a helmet--pedaled down Serra Mall in front of Stanford on 7-April-2007.

Stanford - Oval
A view the other direction at the Stanford "Oval" looked toward Palm Drive and downtown Palo Alto on 7-April-2007.

Palo Alto Field
This field at Palo Alto High School was observed from a Caltrain commuter train on 29-March-2006.

Atherton Street Sign
This obselik was typical of street signs in Atherton, California, as observed on 29-March-2006.

Redwood City Stretchworks
Stretchworks, the west coast headquarters of Meridian Flexibility, was observed in Redwood City on 30-March-2006.

Toronto - Aerial Sunrise
The morning sun lighted the CN Tower and downtown Toronto as viewed from the air on 10-April-2007.
Modesto, California, Spring 2006 and 2007

Modesto Amtrak Station
The relatively-new Modesto Amtrak station stood ready for train time on 29-April-2006.

Modesto Sign
The 1912 sign in Modesto proclaiming "Water, Wealth, Contentment, Health" stood proudly on 28-April-2006.

Modesto Bus
A "CAT" bus pulled into the transit center at the old Southern Pacific train station in Modesto on 28-April-2006.

Modesto SP Station
The former Southern Pacific station in Modesto, California basked in the sun on 28-April-2006.

Train at Modesto
A Union Pacific freight train passed the former Southern Pacific station in Modesto, California on 28-April-2006.

Modesto Trees
Modesto is well known as a "City of Trees" and this view of a residential street on 28-April-2006 was typical.

Modesto - History Plaque
This plaque outside the Stanislaus County seat in Modesto explained some of the city's history on 3-May-2007.

Modesto - Gallo Center for Arts
The new Gallo Center for the Arts was nearing completion on 3-May-2007.

Modesto - Mistlin Fountain
Mistlin Fountain stood in front of the Stanislaus County seat in Modesto on 3-May-2007.

Modesto - Mistlin Fountain
Chief Estanislao, for whom Stanislaus County was named, was commemorated at Mistlin Fountain in Modesto on 3-May-2007.

Modesto - Post Office
Modesto's main Post Office was observed on 3-May-2007.

Modesto - R2D2 Mailbox
"Put the mail in the droid." A mailbox decorated as R2D2 from Star Wars, part of a promotion, in Modesto on 3-May-2007.

Modesto - 15th Street
These classic homes were being used for businesses on Modesto's 15th Street on 3-May-2007.

Modesto - McHenry Mansion
The McHenry Mansion was constructed in 1883 and was now a museum in Modesto on 3-May-2007.

Modesto - McHenry Museum
Across the street from the McHenry Mansion was the McHenry Museum on 3-May-2007.

Modesto - Paper Boy Statue
This tribute to paper boys marked McClatchy Square in downtown Modesto on 3-May-2007.

Modesto - McClatchy Square
The Paper Boy monument was the entrance to McClatchy Square, where a appropriately man read a newspaper on 3-May-2007.

Modesto - Gallo Rose Garden
The Julio & Aileen Gallo Rose Garden within McClatchy Square was marked by this monument on 3-May-2007.

Modesto - McClatchy Square
An overview of McClatchy Square and the Gallo Rose Garden was observed from the street on 3-May-2007.

Modesto - Library
The main library in Modesto, California was a favorite place of Hubert McGrady, observed on 3-May-2007.

Hubert McGrady
Hubert McGrady takes a walk outside his home in Modesto, California on 28-April-2006.

Pauline & Hubert McGrady
Pauline and Hubert McGrady posed on the ramp outside their home in Modesto, California on 12-May-2006.

Pauline & Hubert McGrady
Pauline and Hubert McGrady relaxed at their home in Modesto, California on 12-May-2006.

Modesto - Hubert McGrady
Hubert McGrady was pictured in his Modesto home on 8-April-2007.

Modesto - Pauline McGrady
Pauline McGrady was observed in her home in Modesto, California on 8-April-2007.

Pauline McGrady at Station
Pauline McGrady took a walk at the Modesto Amtrak station on 29-April-2006.

Hubert & Pauline McGrady
Hubert & Pauline McGrady waved goodbye at the Modesto Amtrak station on 29-April-2006.

Funeral - Lakewood Funeral Home
The Lakewood Funeral Home in Hughson was prepared for James Hubert "Mac" McGrady's funeral on 3-May-2007.

Funeral - Nelson Hall
Nelson Hall spoke at "Mac" McGrady's funeral on 3-May-2007.

Funeral - Grandchildren
"Mac" McGrady's grandchildren spoke at his funeral on 3-May-2007.

Funeral - Hearse
The casket was loaded into the hearse at his funeral on 3-May-2007.

Funeral - Pall Bearers
The Pall Bearers carried the casket to the grave site on 3-May-2007.

Funeral - Grave
The Pall Bearers set down the casket at the Lakewood Memorial Park on 3-May-2007.

Funeral - Pall Bearers
The Pall Bearers finished their job during the funeral of "Mac" McGrady on 3-May-2007.

Funeral - Pauline McGrady
Pauline McGrady took a rose from the bouquet on 3-May-2007.

Funeral - Grave
Pauline's daughter Judy and "Mac"'s niece Kathy Gleich chose roses on 3-May-2007.

Funeral - Halls
The Hall family gathered around a table at the reception at Coralwood on 3-May-2007.

Funeral - Gleichs
Kathy and Chuck Gleich talked to Pauline McGrady at the reception on 3-May-2007.

Funeral - Family
Pauline McGrady received a hug from two of her Great-Grandchildren on 3-May-2007.
Spring in Toronto, 2007

Toronto - Finch Subway Sign
A sign of Toronto approaching from the north on Yonge Street was this sign for the Finch subway on 22-April-2007.

Toronto - Finch Kiss'N'Ride
A number of Toronto subway stations have a "Kiss'N'Ride" facility like this one at the Finch station on 22-April-2007.

Toronto - Scarborough Towers
A variety of high-rise towers marked the center of Scarborough as viewed from McCowan Street on 22-April-2007.

Toronto - 401 at Scarborough
The enormous 401 freeway was uncharacteristically empty as viewed from McCowan on 22-April-2007.

Toronto - Orion V Lift Bus
TTC Orion V Lift bus 7082, from the 1996 order first with wheelchair lifts, was spotted on Markham Road on 22-April-2007

Toronto - SRT
A Scarborough Rapid Transit train, a system extending from the subway end to Scarbourgh Center, was seen 22-April-2007.

Toronto - SRT
A complete train on the Scarborough Rapid Transit system crossed McCowan Avenue on 22-April-2007.

Toronto - SRT
The yards for the Scarborough Rapid Transit were viewed from the McCowan station on 22-April-2007.

Toronto - SRT
A Scarborough Rapid Transit train crossed over to arrive at its end station of McCowan on 22-April-2007.

Toronto - SRT
A Scarborough Rapid Transit train changed directions at the McCowan end station on 22-April-2007.

Toronto - Scarborough
The apartment buildings in Scarborough were viewed from the Scarborough Rapid Transit on 22-April-2007.

Toronto - Scarborough
Scarborough Town Centre, a mall, was viewed from the Scarborough Rapid Transit on 22-April-2007.

Toronto - Donlands
The Donlands in eastern Toronto were viewed from the Danforth subway on 22-April-2007.

Toronto - Old Buick
An old Buick was noted for sale in The Junction area of Toronto on 31-March-2007.

Toronto - Spadina Avenue Art
An interesting installation of modern art lined Spadina Road north of DuPont Street on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Spadina Museum
The Spadina Museum in Toronto, former home of the Austin family, was observed on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
With construction started in 1911, Casa Loma was known as "Toronto's Own Castle," pictured on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Casa Loma cost $3.5 million to build in 1911 dollars, taking 300 men three years to complete, observed 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The mantlepiece in the Great Hall featured Sir Henry Mill Pellatt who built Casa Loma, noted 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Another view of the Great Hall of Casa Loma and its 60 foot height was captured on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
An organ graced the Great Hall of Casa Loma, which means "House on the Hill" in Spanish, on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
One could imagine Sir Henry and Lord Mary Pallatt eating at opposite ends of the Casa Loma Serving Room on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The Conservatory at Casa Loma featured an Italian-made glass dome and marble flooring on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The hallway in Casa Loma was known as Peacock Alley and was supposedly based on Windsor Castle, seen 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
This typewriter had actually been used for Sir Henry Pellatt's business transactions, observed 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Sir Henry Pellatt's study was used at one time to run the Toronto Electric Light Company, pictured on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Two secret staircases led out of the study; this one went upstairs on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
A variety of flags above the Great Hall were viewed from the second-floor hallway on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
This view down on the organ in the Great Hall was obtained from Sir Henry Pellatt's bedroom on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Sir Henry Pellatt's bedroom featured this huge bed on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The dresser in Sir Henry Pellatt's bedroom was observed on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Sir Henry Pellatt used this desk in his suite for more mundane household tasks, observed on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Pavenzo marble lined Sir Henry Pellatt's bathroom in Casa Loma on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The shower in Sir Henry Pellatt's bathroom was designed to spray on all sides, observed 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The bathtub in Sir Henry Pellatt's bathroom, like the shower, had multiple taps, pictured on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Lady Mary Pellatt's bedroom had a decidedly gentler appearance, observed on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Lady Pellatt's suite featured a mirror above one of the 22 fireplaces in Casa Loma, observed on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The view from Lady Mary Pellatt's bedroom looked toward modern downtown Toronto on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Lady Pellatt's suite included a parlor with this piano for entertainment, noted on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
A broad view of Lady Pellatt's parlor, often used for Girl Guides events, observed on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Sir Lady Pellatt's bathroom was similarly expansive as her husband's, as seen on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The sink in Sir Lady Pellatt's bathroom within Casa Loma was noted on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Being early in the era of electricity, Casa Loma featured light switches of a different appearance on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The Guest Bedroom at Casa Loma featured the "Chinoiserie" style and Asian accessories, noted 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The Guest Suite's parlor room appeared much as it had during Casa Loma's 1920's-era hotel stint, seen 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The guest bathroom in Casa Loma looked more like a typical early 20th century bathroom on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The Windsor Room at Casa Loma was intended as a Royal Guest Room, observed on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The ceiling of the Windsor Room at Casa Loma demonstrated an amazing level of detail as seen on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The Round Room on the second floor was originally intended as a Royal Guest Parlor, seen 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The servant's room featured a more typical bed for the early 20th century in Toronto, photographed on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The servant's room featured a simple desk for basic work as observed on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The Pellatt Board Room retained its original purpose and was still used for meetings, observed on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Proceeding up to the towers from the third floor of Casa Loma meant traveling on narrow staircases on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The tower in the foreground in this northwest view from Casa Loma's East Tower was its Stable House on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
A view to the north from Casa Loma's East Tower featured the Stables and modern apartment buildings on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The central area of North York in Toronto could be seen from East Tower at Casa Loma on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The Spadina Museum was observed from East Tower of Casa Loma on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
From the level of Casa Loma's East Tower, the difference between residences and the Donlands was unclear on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The CN Tower could be observed from the East Tower of Casa Loma on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The view to the southwest from Casa Loma extended toward Lake Ontario on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
George Brown College's Casa Loma campus was observed from the East Tower of Casa Loma on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The West Tower of Casa Loma was observed from the East Tower on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
A view down from the East Tower of Casa Loma included this turret on the tower on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The view to the west from Casa Loma's East Tower included the significant West Tower and other Towers on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
A close look at the West Tower of Casa Loma was attained from the East Tower on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The gardens at Casa Loma were observed from the height of the East Tower on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Casa Loma featured Canada's first electric elevator, Otis One, observed on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Back on the first floor, the Oak Room at Casa Loma served as the drawing room, observed on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The ceiling of the Oak Room was about the only thing not made out of said wood, photographed on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The Billiard Room at Casa Loma still featured a regulation-size Billiard table on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The Billiard Room, one of 98 rooms in the building, featured another of its 22 fireplaces on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The paint on the ceiling of the Billiard Room also showed a high level of detail as shown on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
A second secret staircase from Sir Pellatt's study went down to the Lower Level, observed 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The Wine Cellar at the base of the staircase at one time featured 1800 bottles of wine, seen on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Amongst the unfinished rooms of Casa Loma was an indoor swimming pool beneath the conservatory, seen 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
An 800-foot underground passageway led from Casa Loma to its Stable House on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Located off "The Tunnel," this enormous furnace heated Casa Loma in the winter, observed 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The entrance to the Casa Loma stables featured a classic equestrian appearance on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
A view of the Carriage Room inside the Stable House of Casa Loma was obtained on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The stables themselves still featured the names of horses from the Pellatt era on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The potting shed was still active inside the Stable House of Casa Loma as observed on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The Terrace outside Casa Loma was the highlight of the 5 and a half acres of gardens outside the complex on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Casa Loma had been designed by E.J. Lennox, the designer of Toronto's Old City Hall, as observed on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The Gazebo in the gardens of Casa Loma was observed from the east on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
This unusual sculpture in the Casa Loma Gardens was inspired by the Dragon Tree Legend, seen 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
The West Tower at Casa Loma was observed from the gardens below on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
A pond added to the scenery in the lower gardens of Casa Loma as observed on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Charity Bishop posed outside Casa Loma in Toronto on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Lance Gleich and Charity Bishop stood outside of Casa Loma in Toronto on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Casa Loma
Spring had come to Casa Loma in the form of blossoming flowers as observed on 13-May-2007.

Toronto - Davisville Yard
The TTC's Davisville Subway Yard was viewed with downtown Toronto in the background on 16-June-2007.

Toronto - Davisville Yard
A Union Station and Downsview-bound subway train pulled into the Davisville station as observed on 16-June-2007.

Toronto - Mt. Pleasant Cemetary
A typical view in the Mount Pleasant Cemetary in Toronto was captured on 16-June-2007.

Toronto - McLennan Wall Mural
This interesting wall mural was noted on McLennan Street in the Rosedale neighborhood of Toronto on 16-June-2007.

Toronto - Rosedale
Some typical houses constructed in 1920's in the Rosedale neighborhood were observed from a footpath on 16-June-2007.

Toronto - Train
A westbound Canadian Pacific train passed through the Rosedale neighborhood of Toronto on 16-June-2007.

Toronto - Rosedale TTC
The TTC had this flower-filled sign at the Rosedale station on 16-June-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
The access to the Lower Bay subway station was opened for the first time in 40 years for Doors Open on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
The stairways from the still-open Upper Bay and Lower Bay stations were open for Doors Open Toronto on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
The escalator had long-since been removed from the lower platforms at Bay subway station, seen on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
The staircase to Lower Bay, on the other hand, was intact for the open house on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
One of the original "Bay/Yorkville" signs was observed during the Lower Bay subway open house on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
A map of the original subway routes when Lower Bay station was opened was observed on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
A sign explaining the end of interline service in 1966 was displayed during the open house on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
A subway train sat in the Lower Bay station during Doors Open Toronto on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
A crowd of people explored the Lower Bay platforms for the first time in 40 years during Doors Open on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
The tracks east from the Lower Bay platform were observed during Doors Open Toronto on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
Some of the modifications to walls at Lower Bay were not completely repaired for Doors Open Toronto on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
A TTC subway train sat at the Lower Bay Platforms during Doors Open Toronto on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
The signs at the east end of the Lower Bay platform were not completely restored on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
This sign was commonly used when the Lower Bay platform was used for filming, observed on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
This sign for New York's MTA was part of a set commonly used to turn Lower Bay into a New York station, 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
This wall at Lower Bay showed signs of once masquerading as the "Grand Central" subway stop, observed on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
These benches were construced in the New York style for movie makers, on display at Lower Bay on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
Some unusual flooring at Lower Bay station was also leftover from past movie making, observed on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
This exit sign appropriate for New York was also part of the New York movie set at Lower Bay on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
The far west end of the platforms at Lower Bay attracted many fewer visitors during Doors Open Toronto on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
This speaker was used for station announcements when the Lower Bay station had been open in the 1960's, seen 26-May-2007

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
The warning strips at Lower Bay station were an unusual orange color, noted on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
Re-lay the floor and this scene at Lower Bay during Doors Open Toronto could have been Upper Bay on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
The tunnel extending west from Lower Bay had a relatively unusual appeance from past movies on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
The curve toward Museum station could be observed from Lower Bay's west end on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open Lower Bay
The exit sign invited visitors to leave the Lower Bay subway station during Doors Open Toronto on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Doors Open St. George
St. George's Hall, home of the Society of Arts and Letters, was open for Doors Open Toronto on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Sam the Record Man
Sam the Record Man, a Toronto icon on Yonge Street, was just over one month from closing on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Sam the Record Man
A look down Yonge Street from Sam the Record Man from Elm Street in a view that would change, 26-May-2007.

Toronto - MTV Canada
There seemed a certain irony that MTV Canada was housed in a onetime Masonic Temple as observed on 16-June-2007.

Toronto - Dundas Construction
The reconstruction of the Dundas Street streetcar line near University was observed down to subroadbed on 16-June-2007.

Toronto - Dundas Construction
The rails were starting to be re-laid during the Dundas Street streetcar rebuilding near University on 16-June-2007.

Toronto - Dundas Construction
The rails had tie clips attached during the reconstruction on Dundas Street on 16-June-2007.

Toronto - Dundas Construction
This section near Yonge Street was what Dundas Street would look like upon completion of constuction, seen 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Maple Leaf Gardens
The 1931 Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto hosted its last hockey game in 1999, and was photographed on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Maple Leaf Gardens
A streetcar passed the Maple Leaf Gardens in Toronto, which was slated to become a retail store on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - St. Andrews Church
This plaque partially explains the confusing split of St. Andrew's Church in Toronto in 1878, photographed 12-May-2007.

Toronto - St. Andrews Church
This building housed a splinter group of Old St. Andrew's Church in Toronto from 1878 to 1951, photographed 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
The entrance to the Palm House, centerpiece of Toronto's Allan Gardens, was observed on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
This sign from the Toronto Horticultural Society explained how the Gardens opened in 1860, observed on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
A look inside the Palm House offered this expanse of greenery in the Allan Gardens on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
These unique leafs were visible inside Toronto's Allan Gardens on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
These purple leafs dominated one scene inside Toronto's Allan Gardens on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
A tropical section of the Palm House inside Toronto's Allan Gardens was captured on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
This unusual leaf pattern was noted inside Toronto's Allan Gardens on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
Charity Bishop posed in the closest thing in Toronto to her home--the cactus garden at Allan Gardens--on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
These especially bulbous cactus leaves were noted in the Allan Gardens in Toronto on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
Another view of some unusual plants in the cactus section of Toronto's Allan Gardens on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
This cactus appeared much like an old man inside Toronto's Allan Gardens on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
This formation in the cactus room of Toronto's Allan Gardens looked like a tree on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
The rotunda of the Palm House at Allan Gardens in Toronto was observed on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
A yellow flower bloomed in the Palm House at Allan Gardens in Toronto on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
Bananas grew inside the Palm house of Allan Gardens in Toronto on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
Ponds graced several rooms inside the Allan Gardens in Toronto on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
A real turtle swam around this pond in Toronto's Allan Gardens on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
This sculpture reminded of the story of Lena and the Swan in Toronto's Allan Gardens on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
Another plant with purple leaves grew in Toronto's Allan Gardens on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
The floor-to-ceiling vegetation in Allan Gardens was visible in this room in Toronto on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
Another view of the extent of plant life inside Toronto's Allan Gardens on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
This interesting lavender-leafed plant was found in Toronto's Allan Gardens on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Allan Gardens
This Victorian tower rose above the Palm House at Toronto's Allan Gardens on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Jarvis Street Church
The 1875 Jarvis Street Baptist Church was explained on this plaque on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Jarvis Street Church
The Jarvis Street Baptist Church rose above its surroundings on Jarvis Street in Toronto on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Jarvis Street
Jarvis Street has a reversible lane used to handle rush hour traffic, set up southbound on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Jarvis Street
Another look at the Jarvis Street reversible lane setup, this time looking north on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Sears Canada
The headquarters of Sears Canada was observed on Jarvis Street in Toronto on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Moss Park Armoury
The Moss Park Armoury on Queen Street East in Toronto primarily housed reserve units on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Tom Jones Building
The unusually-shaped Tom Jones Building was noted on King Street East in Toronto on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - St. Jamess
The CN Tower loomed in the background with St. James Cathedral spire in the foreground in Toronto on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Robert Gourlay Statue
This statue paid tribute to Robert Gourlay, an 18th-century reformer, as viewed on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - St. Lawrence Hall
St. Lawrence Hall rose above King Street in Toronto on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Sculpture Garden
This sign marked an entrance to Toronto's Sculpture Garden near St. Lawrence on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Sculpture Garden
A look at the spider web-like art inside Toronto's Sculpture Garden was obtained on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Sculpture Garden
A closer look at the spider web-like structure in Toronto's Sculpture Garden on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Sculpture Garden
The spider web partially obscured the waterfall inside the Toronto's Sculpture Garden on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - St. James
The 305-foot spire of St. James in Toronto, second-highest in Canada, was observed down an alley on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Magri Strecci Stocks
This artwork around a fountain in Toronto was reminiscent of the public stocks once in this location, seen 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Bank of Commerce
One of the original Canadian Bank of Commerce buildings was noted in Toronto on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Envyro Bubble
There are some unusual waste receptacles in Toronto, but none more so than the Envyro Bubble for fum, seen 26-May-2007.

Toronto - St. Lawrence Apartment
The new St. Lawrence Apartments fit well into the neighborhood architecturally, as observed on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - SAS Building
The SAS Building, seen with the CN Tower in the background, was open for Doors Open Toronto on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - SAS Building
The atrium of the SAS Building was observed during Doors Open Toronto on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - SAS Building
The outdoor deck of the SAS Building was observed during Doors Open Toronto on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - SAS Building
A closer look at the deck of the SAS Building, constructed using green principles, on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - SAS Building
The skylight was one of many green features built into the SAS Building, observed on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - SAS Building
The view from the deck of the SAS Building to the northeast was observed on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - SAS Building
An eastward view down on King Street from the deck of the SAS Building was obtained on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - SAS Building View
The view south from the SAS Building looked all the way to Lake Ontario on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - SAS Building View
This interesting apartment building was observed from the SAS Building on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - SAS Building View
The view to the southwest from the SAS building deck included downtown Toronto on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - SAS Building View
A look westward down King Street from the SAS Building included a streetcar below and the CN Tower above on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - SAS Building View
A final view of downtown Toronto from the deck of the SAS Building during Doors Open Toronto on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Sun Building
The building housing the Toronto Sun newspaper was noted in Toronto on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Sing Tao Building
Just a few blocks away, this building housed the Chinese-language Sing Tao Newspaper on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Little Trinity Church
Little Trinity Baptist Church was opened on 10 June 1842, the oldest remaining in Toronto, observed 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Enoch Turner School
The Enoch Turner School behind Little Trinity opened in 1848, the oldest school in Toronto, observed 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Trinity Annex Building
This attractive building served as an annex to the Little Trinity Church, photographed on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Police Station 51
Toronto's Police Station 51 and its interesting architecture was observed on 26-May-2007.

Toronto - Immigrant Sculpture
This sculpture near Toronto's waterfront on Yonge Street was meant to honor immigrant families, seen 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Harbor Ferry
A ferry from Toronto's Centre Island crossed the harbor as seen from the mainland on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Steam Whistle Tractor
The Steam Whistle Brewery in Toronto had this steam tractor operating during Doors Open on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Military Institute
The Royal Canadian Military Institute, constructed in 1908, was open for Doors Open Toronto on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Military Institute
The Drawing Room of the Royal Canadian Military Institute, complete with models, was observed on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Military Institute
The library was the highlight of the Royal Canadian Military Institute in Toronto during Doors Open on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Military Institute
The Alban Wilson Collection of objects including paddles and hunting devices was displayed on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Military Institute
The Royal Canadian Military Institute's dining room was on display during Doors Open on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - William Campbell House
The 1822 era William Campbell House stood below the Canada Life Building in Toronto on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Canada Life
The Canada Life Building in Toronto was opened for business in 1931, and for Doors Open Toronto on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Canada Life
An original depression-era desk from the Canada Life Building was on display during Doors Open on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Canada Life
The First Life Insurance Policy issued by the Canada Life Assurance Company was on display on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Canada Life
A typical hallway in the Canada Life Building demonstrated the period interiors in the building on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Canada Life
The elevator lobby in the fifteen story, 87 m Canada Life Building was observed on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Canada Life
This diagram showed the status of the elevators in the Canada Life Building on 27-May-2007; note that most go 12 floors.

Toronto - Canada Life
The observation deck on the fifteenth floor of the Canada Life building was observed on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Canada Life View
The view to the northeast from the Canada Life Building was attained on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Canada Life View
Toronto's City Hall was viewed from the Canada Life Building's observation deck on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Canada Life View
Nathan Phillips Square in Toronto was observed from the top of the Canada Life Building on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Canada Life View
Toronto's Old City Hall and Nathan Phillips Square were observed from the Canada Life Building on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Canada Life View
The view to the southeast was experienced from the Canada Life Building's observation deck on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Canada Life View
A look south toward downtown Toronto was attained from the Canada Life Building during Doors Open on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Canada Life View
The CN Tower dominated this view from the Canada Life Building in Toronto on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Canada Life View
A view to the southwest from the Canada Life Building in Toronto was attained on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Canada Life View
A view nearly straight west from the Canada Life Building was available during Doors Open on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Canada Life View
A view to the northwest was dominated by the Ontario College of Art from the Canada Life Building on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Canada Life Beacon
The weather beacon on top of the Canada Life Building, originally intended for airships, was observed on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Canada Life
This skybridge to an adjoining building from the Canada Life Building was completed in 2005, photographed on 27-May-2007

Toronto - St. Patrick's
St. Patrick's cathedral in Toronto, dating from 1905, was viewed on 16-June-2007.

Toronto - St. Patrick's
The Parish Hall at St. Patrick's was almost as interesting as the cathedral from the outside, observed on 16-June-2007.

Toronto - Ontario College of Art
Arguably the most distinct building in all of Toronto was the Ontario College of Art, pictured on 16-June-2007.

Toronto - Ontario College of Art
The supports of the Ontario College Art were made to appear like crayons, as shown in this 16-June-2007 view.

Toronto - Ontario College of Art
The CN Tower rose above the Ontario College of Art as viewed from McCaul Street on 16-June-2007.

Toronto - AGO
The ongoing construction on the Art Gallery of Ontario was observed from Dundas Street on 16-June-2007.

Toronto - City TV Building
The City TV Building was noted on Toronto's Queen Street West on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - City TV Building
This SUV sticking out of the City TV Building in Toronto was captured on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - JAS Robertson Building
The JAS Robertson Building on Spadina Avenue was opened for Doors Open on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - JAS Robertson Building
This sign explained the "Biowall" in the JAS Robertson Building in Toronto on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - JAS Robertson Building
The "Biowall" at the JAS Robertson Building for waste processing was observed during Doors Open Toronto on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - 401 Richmond
The 401 Richmond Building was open for Doors Open Toronto on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - 401 Richmond
A typical hallway full of art in the 401 Richmond Building in Toronto was observed during Doors Open on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - 401 Richmond
These masks from a resident artist were displayed in the hallway of the 401 Richmond Building in Toronto on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - 401 Richmond
The interior courtyard of the 401 Richmond Building was observed during Doors Open Toronto on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - 401 Richmond
The nursery inside the 401 Richmond Building provided plants for the outside gardens, photographed on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - 401 Richmond
The roof gardens at the 401 Richmond Building were observed during Doors Open Toronto on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - 401 Richmond
The intensive roof gardens of the 401 Richmond Building were observed during Doors Open Toronto on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - 401 Richmond
An overview of the intensive roof gardens of the 401 Richmond Building as attained during Doors Open on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - 401 Richmond
The extensive roof gardens on the 401 Richmond Building were deserted but observable during Doors Open on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - 401 Richmond
The CN Tower was observed from the roof of the 401 Richmond Building during Doors Open Toronto on 27-May-2007.

Toronto - Santo Cristo Festival
St. Mary's Church in Toronto's Portugal Square hoted the Santo Cristo Festival on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Santo Cristo Festival
The side of St. Mary's Church received evening light during the Santo Cristo Festival on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Santo Cristo Festival
This stage behind St. Mary's Church was part of the Santo Cristo Festival observed on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Santo Cristo Festival
St. Mary's Church in Toronto was decorated for the Santo Cristo Festival on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Santo Cristo Festival
A closer look at the decorations on St. Mary's Church made for the Santo Cristo Festival was attained on 12-May-2007.

Toronto - Mimico Creek
Western Toronto's Mimico Creek was observed from Royal York Road in Toronto on 29-April-2007.

Toronto - Mimico Creek
Mimico Creek ran alongside Royal York Road in Toronto on 29-April-2007.

Toronto - Mimico Creek
A typical retaining wall revealed the urban nature of Mimico Creek in western Toronto on 29-April-2007.

Toronto - Etobicoke Arts School
This interesting mural was noted on the Etobicoke School for the Arts on 29-April-2007.

Toronto - Mimico Station
The onetime Mimico Canadian National Station was on stilts for movement on 29-April-2007.

Toronto - Gardiner Expressway
The Gardiner Expressway was viewed looking toward downtown Toronto from Royal York was observed on 29-April-2007.
Puget Sound Steam, May 2007

Mount Rainier
A halo stood atop 14,410 foot Mount Rainier as viewed from Auburn, Washington on 18-May-2007.

Steam and Mount Rainier
The Puget Sound Steam Special passed through Auburn, Washington with Mount Rainier in the background on 18-May-2007.

Observation Car
The "St. Louis" observation car brought up the markers as the Puget Sound Steam Special passed through Auburn, 18-May.

Steam at Bridge 6.3
Southern Pacific GS-4 #4449 stepped out onto Bridge 6.3 over the Lake Washington Ship Canal on 18-May-2007.

Steam at Bridge 6.3
Two 4-8-4 locomotives, SP #4449 and UP #844, crossed Bridge 6.3 at Ballard, Washington on 18-May-2007.

Steam at Bridge 6.3
The Puget Sound Steam Special crossed Bridge 6.3 above the Ballard ship locks on 18-May-2007.

Steam at Bridge 6.3
A yellow train in the Union Pacific livery crossed BNSF Bridge 6.3 at Ballard, Washington on 18-May-2007.

Steam at Bridge 6.3
The "St. Louis" observation car crossed Bridge 6.3 at Ballard, Washington on 18-May-2007.

Seattle - Fisherman's Terminal
While waiting for the train to return, a visit was paid to Fisherman's Terminal in Seattle on 18-May-2007.

Seattle - Fisherman's Terminal
Kathy Gleich posed in front of the Fisherman's Memorial at Fisherman's Terminal in Seattle on 18-May-2007.

Seattle - Fisherman's Terminal
Fisherman's Terminal looked out at Salmon Bay in Seattle, Washington on 18-May-2007.

Seattle - Fisherman's Terminal
The public docks were largely cleared of boats at Fisherman's Terminal in Seattle, Washington on 18-May-2007.

Seattle - Fisherman's Terminal
The docks historically lined solidly with fishing boats stretched out across Salmon Bay in Seattle on 18-May-2007.

Seattle - Fisherman's Terminal
Chinook's Restaurant was the premier restaurant at Seattle's Fisherman's Terminal on 18-May-2007.

Seattle - Carkeek Park
The Olympic Mountains could be viewed across Puget Sound from Seattle's Carkeek Park on 18-May-2007.

Seattle - Carkeek Park
Another view across Puget Sound from Seattle's Carkeek Park, this time from sea level, on 18-May-2007.

Seattle - Carkeek Park Starfish
Likely a "Short Spined Pisaster" starfish was found on the beach at Carkeek Park in Seattle on a low tide 18-May-2007.

Seattle - Carkeek Park Starfish
A "Purple Sea Star" starfish looked indeed quite purple on the beach of Seattle's Carkeek Park on 18-May-2007.

Seattle - Carkeek Park Heron
A heron coasted past the beach at Carkeek Park in Seattle on 18-May-2007.

Seattle - Carkeek Park
The pedestrian bridge over the railroad tracks had attracted quite a group of fans at Carkeek Park on 18-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Milepost 11
The double-header, now led by Union Pacific #844, came back into sight at Carkeek Park in Seattle on 18-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Milepost 11
Union Pacific 4-8-4 #844 led the southbound Puget Sound Steam Special at milepost 11 in Seattle on 18-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Milepost 11
Union Pacific class FEF-4 4-8-4 #844 led the Puget Sound Steam Special past Seattle's Carkeek Park on 18-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Milepost 11
The observation car "St. Louis" brought up the rear of the Puget Sound Steam Special at Carkeek Park in Seattle, 18-May.

Puget Sound Steam - Milepost 11
The Puget Sound Steam stretched out along Puget Sound south of Carkeek Park in Seattle on 18-May-2007.

Seattle - Carkeek Park Train
A BNSF intermodal train closely followed the Puget Sound Steam Special into Seattle on 18-May-2007.

Seattle - Space Needle
The Space Needle was viewed from Aurora Avenue in Seattle on 18-May-2007.

Seattle - Ferry Issaquah
The class ferry of the "Issaquah" class was working the Seattle-Bremerton route, as observed on 18-May-2007.

Seattle - Ferry Issaquah
The ferry Issaquah approached Coleman Dock in Seattle as viewed from the Alaskan Way Viaduct on 18-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Tacoma
The theater car "Idaho" led as the Puget Sound Steam Special backed into the Tacoma station for loading on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Tacoma
Volunteer Dave Brown gave the "All Aboard!" for the Puget Sound Steam Special at Tacoma, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Reservation Bridge
Pulling out of Tacoma, the Puget Sound Steam Special passed the Puyallup River Bridge at Reservation on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Fields
Just minutes out of Tacoma, these farming fields still existed in western Puyallup, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Treasurer
The "4449" plates gave away this vehicle as that of Treasurer Larry Miller pacing near Puyallup on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Clerget Farms
Turning north in the Kent Valley, the train passed Clerget Farms south of Auburn, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Turf Farm
The Puget Sound Steam Special passed a turf farm just outside Auburn, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Fields
These fields looked prepared for a new crop south of Auburn, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Auburn - Safeway Warehouse
The Kent Valley was best known for warehouses, such as the Safeway distributorship in Auburn, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Auburn - Station
The Puget Sound Steam Special passed through the Auburn, Washington Sounder commuter rail station on 19-May-2007.

Auburn - Emerald Downs
The BNSF Seattle Sub ran next to the Emerald Downs horse racing track as shown in this 19-May-2007 view.

Auburn - Emerald Downs
The stables outside Emerald Downs in Auburn were visible from the Puget Sound Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Trackside Art
These birds were lineside track art located near Kent, Washington on the BNSF Seattle Sub on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Trackside Art
Another set of birds lined the tracks south of the Tukwila, Washington station on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Tukwila
The double-header curved under Interstate 405 at Tukwila, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Sound Transit Link
This bridge south of Boeing Field in Seattle would carry Sound Transit Link light rail to the airport, seen 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Boeing Field
The BNSF Seattle Subdivision routed the Puget Sound Steam Special along Boeing Field in South Seattle on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Museum of Flight
Seattle's Museum of Flight and the prominent Concorde aircraft were noted across Boeing Field on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Rainier Ice Railfans
A group of railfans noted the passage of the Steam Special from the gathering point at the old Rainier Ice, 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Seattle
The Puget Sound Steam Special approached the Seattle skyline on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Safeco Field
The Puget Sound Steam Special traveled underneath the retractable roof of Seattle's Safeco Field on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Safeco Field
Another look at the back of Safeco Field as viewed from the Puget Sound Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - King Street Station
Amtrak's Empire Builder and a newly-assigned switch engine sat at King Street Station in Seattle on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Cruise Ship
The Norweigan Star cruise ship was moored at Pier 66 on the Seattle waterfront on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Waterfront Streetcar
A station on the dormant Seattle Waterfront Streetcar was passed on the Puget Sound Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Waterfront Fountain
This new fountain graced the Seattle waterfront north of Pier 70 on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Olympic Sculptures
Seattle Art Museum's new Olympic Sculpture Garden provided a nice viewpoint for photographers on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Alki Point
Alki Point came into view across Elliott Bay from the Puget Sound Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Grain Elevator
The Terminal 86 Grain Elevator in Seattle was operated by Louis Dreyfus and observed on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Waterfront Art
Art lined the Galer Street flyover across the railroad tracks at the north end of Seattle's waterfront, seen 19-May-2007

Scenery - Magnolia Bridge
The Magnolia Bridge connecting the Magnolia bluffs to the rest of the city was observed on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Interbay
A look ahead from the dome car as the Puget Sound Steam Special traveled through the Interbay area on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Interbay
Another view ahead from the Puget Sound Steam Special near milepost 5.4 in Seattle on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Interbay
The pedestrian bridge near Magnolia was filled with observers for the Puget Sound Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Bridge 6.3
The Puget Sound Steam Special crossed Bridge 6.3 across Salmon Bay and the Ballard Locks on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Bridge 6.3
The dome car passed beneath the counterweight on Bridge 6.3 at Ballard, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Ballard
The Puget Sound Steam Special passed the old Ballard station in Seattle on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Ray's Boathouse
The sign at Ray's Boathouse in Seattle was viewed from the Puget Sound Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Golden Gardens Park
The Puget Sound Steam Special passed the bathhouse at Seattle's Golden Gardens Park on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Golden Gardens Park
The northern field at Seattle's Golden Gardens Park was noted from the passing Puget Sound Steam Special on 19-May-2007

Scenery - Puget Sound
Puget Sound came into full view at Golden Gardens Park in Seattle on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Puget Sound
The tide was again exceptionally low as the Puget Sound Steam Special passed along the beaches of Puget Sound, 19-May.

Puget Sound Steam - Milepost 11
The doubleheaded Puget Sound Steam Special rounded a curve at Seattle's Carkeek Park on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Olympic Mountains
The Olympic Mountains could be seen across Puget Sound from Carkeek Park on the Steam Special, 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Kitesurfer
A kitesurfer found enough wind to enjoy a ride off Seattle's Carkeek Park on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Carkeek Park
The double-header started around a curve near Seattle's Carkeek Park along Puget Sound on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Carkeek Park
The Puget Sound Stream Special rounded one of many curves along the water north of Seattle's Carkeek Park on 19-May-2007

Puget Sound Steam - Carkeek Park
The smoke of the double-headed locomotives ran together on a curve north of Carkeek park on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Carkeek Park
Most of the consist of the Puget Sound Steam Special could be seen from this dome car view north on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Olympic Mountains
The Olympic Mountains could again be seen from the Puget Sound Steam Special near Richmond Beach on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Puget Sound
A ferryboat, tugboat, and container ship could all be seen in Puget Sound south of Edmonds, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Edmonds Ferry Dock
The Puget Sound Steam Special passed the ferry dock at Edmonds, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Edmonds Beach
Buoys marking crab trap territory dominated the beach scene near Edmonds, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Olympic Mountains
Another view of the Olympic Mountains was obtained across Puget Sound near Edmonds, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Edmonds Beach
An interesting mix of railfans with cameras and dumbfounded locals were found near Edmonds, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Edmonds
The Puget Sound Steam Special rounded a curve north of Edmonds, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Clam Digging
During the exceptionally low tide, the clam diggers were out and active north of Edmonds, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Jefferson Point
Jefferson Point, at the south end of Whidbey Island, came into view from the Puget Sound Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Shipwreck
This shipwreck north of Edmonds, Washington seemed to be known simply as "Shipwreck" as observed on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Shipwreck
Another view of the Shipwreck located north of Edmonds, Washington along Puget Sound on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Bald Eagle
A Bald Eagle made an appearance flying by the train south of Mukilteo, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Mukilteo Beach
The beach at Mukilteo State Park came into view from the Puget Sound Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Mukilteo Lighthouse
The Mukilteo Lighthouse at Mukilteo State Park was passed by the Puget Sound Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Mukilteo Lighthouse
Ferryboats appeared in the background passing the Mukilteo Lighthouse in Mukilteo, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Mukilteo Boeing Dock
This dock just north of Mukilteo, Washington was being constructed for 777 and 787 aircraft parts on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Mukilteo Boeing Dock
A clearer view of the "backup" dock for 777 and 787 aircraft parts in Mukilteo was obtained on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Hadley Island
A view of Hadley Island in the middle of Puget Sound was obtained on board the Puget Sound Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Everett Waterfront
The Everett, Washington waterfront started to come into view from the approaching Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Crab Boat
A Crab Boat worked in Puget Sound just south of Everett, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Everett Lumber Yard
Piles of logs in the foreground obscured the Home Port for the US Navy in Everett, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Kimberly-Clark
The Kimberley-Clark facility dominated the Everett waterfront as the train traversed Bayside Yard on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Snohomish River
The mudflats at the mouth of Snohomish River were observed from the Steam Special in Everett, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Snohomish River
The Snohomish River proper came into view at Everett, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Snohomish River
Another view of the northernmost point reached by the Puget Sound Steam Special along the Snohomish River on 19-May-2007

Scenery - Snohomish River
The Cascade Mountains came into view across the Snohomish River at Everett, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Delta Jct.
The Puget Sound Steam Special traversed Delta Junction in Everett, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam -Dome Interior
The dome interior of the "Missouri River Eagle" was captured while the locomotives re-ordered at Everett on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam-Coach Interior
The downstairs seating in the "Missouri River Eagle" was also exceptionally ornate as observed on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Delta Yard Office
On the move again, the Puget Sound Steam Special passed the Delta Yard Office in Everett, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Snohomish River
After Delta Yard, the tracks again paralleled the Snohomish River at Everett, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Snohomish River
Another view of the Snohomish River was obtained just south of the bridge carrying Interstate 5 on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Mount Pilchuck
Mount Pilchuck appeared in the distance as viewed from the Puget Sound Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Snohomish River
The Snohomish River was viewed at the "Hewitt Avenue Trestle" carrying US 2 at Everett, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - PA Jct.
The Puget Sound Steam Special, now with the 4449 in front, approached PA Junction in Everett, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - PA Jct.
The Puget Sound Steam Special rounded the tight curve at PA Junction in Everett, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - PA Jct.
The Puget Sound Steam Special again passed underneath Interstate 5 at PA Junction in Everett, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam -Everett Crowd
An enormous crowd gathered for the passage of the Puget Sound Steam Special at the Everett station on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam -Everett Crowd
A view of the Amtrak and Sounder station in Everett, Washington with the crowd on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Everett Station
The old Great Northern station in Everett, Washington was observed from the Puget Sound Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Boeing Spur
This steep spur leaving the mainline at Mukilteo, Washington led to the Everett Boeing Plant on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Picnic Point Lake
The Puget Sound Steam Special passed Picnic Point Lake south of Mukilteo, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Picnic Point Lake
Another view of Picnic Point Lake along Puget Sound south of Mukilteo, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Edmonds Houses
One of the many expensive homes located along the tracks in Edmonds, Washington seen from the train on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Edmonds Houses
A pool graced this house along the tracks at Edmonds, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Edmonds Houses
Some of the private lawns bordering on the tracks in Edmonds, Washington were observed from the train on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Edmonds Bluffs
The bluffs above the tracks were observed south of Edmonds, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam-Richmond Beach
The Puget Sound Steam Special passed through Richmond Beach, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam-Richmond Beach
The Puget Sound Steam Special went underneath the well-known bridge at Richmond Beach, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Carkeek Park
The Puget Sound Steam Special rounded a curve near Carkeek Park in Seattle on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Carkeek Park
The 4449 could be seen leading the Puget Sound Steam Special at Carkeek Park in Seattle on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Carkeek Park
A view of the most of the Puget Sound Steam Special from its rearmost dome was obtained on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Carkeek Park
The Puget Sound Steam Special finished rounding the curve north of Carkeek Park on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Carkeek Park
The Puget Sound Steam Special rounded a second curve near Carkeek Park on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Carkeek Park
The Puget Sound Steam Special approached milepost 11 near Carkeek Park on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Carkeek Park
The Puget Sound Steam Special rounded yet another curve at Seattle's Carkeek Park on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Carkeek Park
The Puget Sound Steam Special passed under a hoard of photographers at the Carkeek Park pedestrian bridge on 19-May-2007

Scenery - Ballard Locks
The Puget Sound Steam Special passed the Hiram M. Chittenden Locks at Ballard, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Space Needle
Seattle's famous Space Needle appeared over the Queen Anne Hill as viewed from the Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Seattle P-I Sign
The headquarters of the Seattle Post-Intelligencer newspaper featured this rotating sign on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Seattle P-I Sign
The second half of the "It's in the P-I" rotating sign was observed from the Puget Sound Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Reflection
A reflection of the "Missouri River Eagle" car was obtained near North Portal in Seattle, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Olympic Sculpture Park
The Seattle Art Museum's new Olympic Sculpture Park came into view from the Puget Sound Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Olympic Sculpture Park
Bunyon's Chess, by artist Mark di Suvero, appeared in the Olympic Sculpture Park in Seattle on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Olympic Sculpture Park
The Space Needle towered behind Bunyon's Chess in the Olympic Sculpture Park in Seattle on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Olympic Sculpture Park
Alexander Calder's Eagle shared the scene with the Space Needle at the Olympic Sculpture Park on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - King Street Art
These bizarre road signs were amongst the art at Seattle's King Street Station on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Safeco Field
The Puget Sound Steam Special approached Safeco Field's retractable roof on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Freight Crew
A crew member on a Union Pacific freight train admired the passing Puget Sound Steam Special in Seattle on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Theater Car
Conductor Reed Jackson posed in the Theater Car "Idaho" at the end of the train near Tukwila, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Dining Car
The interior of the dining car "City of Los Angeles" was captured on the Puget Sound Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Dome Car
The dome of the "City of Portland" car was observed near Auburn, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam -Dome Interior
The downstairs portion of the dome "City of Portland" was observed on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Coach
The interior of the coach "Sunshine Special" was observed near Sumner, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Concession
The interior of the concession car "Sherman Hill" was observed on the Puget Sound Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Puyallup
The Puget Sound Steam Special passed through Puyallup, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Puyallup Station
The Sounder commuter station at Puyallup, Washington was observed on 19-May-2007.

Scenery - Puyallup Field
The fields west of Puyallup, Washington were observed from the Puget Sound Steam Special on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Tacoma
The crowds surrounded Union Pacific 4-8-4 #844 upon arrival at Tacoma, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Tacoma
Another view of the Union Pacific 844 as it rested briefly at the Tacoma, Washington Amtrak station on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Tacoma
The crowds surrounded Daylight #4449 upon arrival at Tacoma, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Tacoma
A Union Pacific freight train with months-old power passed in the background of the steam locomotive on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Tacoma
After brief rainfall, the sun came out to shine on Southern Pacific GS-4 #4449 at Tacoma, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Tacoma
Chuck, Kathy, and Lance Gleich posed in front of the 4449 at Tacoma, Washington on 19-May-2007 in a Chris Fussell photo.

Puget Sound Steam - Fife
To end the day, the steam locomotives switched for hours at Fife, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Fife
None other than Steve Lee was engineer on the 844 as it switched at Fife, Washington on 19-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Fife
Southern Pacific GS-4 4-8-4 #4449 switched at Fife, Washington into the late evening on 19-May-2007.

Michele & Jackson Kvam
Michele McGrady with her son, Jackson Kvam, at Bellevue, Washington on 18-May-2007.

Patrick McGrady & Jackson Kvam
Grandfather Patrick McGrady enjoys Jackson Kvam at Lynnwood, Washington on 20-May-2007.

Patrick McGrady & Jackson Kvam
Jackson Kvam shows off his teeth with grandfather Patrick McGrady in Lynnwood, Washington on 20-May-2007.

Patrick McGrady & Jackson Kvam
Jackson Kvam makes a face while on the lap of grandfather Patrick McGrady on 20-May-2007.

Patrick McGrady & Jackson Kvam
Jackson Kvam helps his grandfather Patrick McGrady unwrap a present on 20-May-2007.

Patrick McGrady & Jackson Kvam
Another view of Patrick McGrady and Jackson Kvam unwrapping a present on 20-May-2007.

Lars & Gunnar Stenseth
Patrick's older grandchildren, Lars and Gunnar Stenseth, awaited dinner at Lynnwood, Washington on 20-May-2007.

Tami McGrady
Tami McGrady perused a coffee table book at her father's home in Lynnwood, Washington on 20-May-2007.

Tami Larry & Gunnar
Gunnar Stenseth checks in with his mother Tami McGrady and father Larry Stenseth on 20-May-2007.

Bowser & Bo
Bowser and Bo were relagated to staying outside at Patrick McGrady's Lynnwood, Washington home on 20-May-2007.

Dale Kvam
Dale Kvam enjoyed the privileges of being (a) French (Bulldog) in Lynnwood, Washington on 20-May-2007.

Jackson Kvam & Watermelon
Jackson Kvam enjoys a watermelon at his grandfather's home in Lynnwood, Washington on 20-May-2007.

Jackson Kvam & Watermelon
Jackson Kvam decides a fruit other than watermelon was more attractive on 20-May-2007.

Patrick McGrady & Pineapple
Patrick McGrady chopped up a pineapple at his home in Lynnwood, Washington on 20-May-2007.

Jackson Kvam & Pineapple
Jackson Kvam prepared to eat a pineapple while in mother Michele's arms on 20-May-2007.

Jackson Kvam & Pineapple
Jackson Kvam showed his facial expression after tasting a pineapple on 20-May-2007.

Bruce Jackson & Michele
Bruce and Michele Kvam played with their son Jackson in Lynnwood, Washington on 20-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Fife
The double-headed train prepared to leave Fife, Washington early on the morning of 22-May-2007.

Amtrak Cascades - Reservation
Amtrak Cascades train #501, bound for Portland, Oregon, passed through Reservation, Washington on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Reservation
The double-header crossed the Puyallup River at Reservation in Tacoma, Washington on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Reservation
Both steam locomotives came off the Union Pacific onto the tracks of the BNSF at Reservation, Washington on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Reservation
The theater car "Idaho" brought up the rear of the steam special at Reservation, Washington on 22-May-2007.

Steilacoom - Freight Train
A Union Pacific intermodal train rounded a curve at Steilacoom, Washington on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - West Tacoma
The double-headed steam locomotives crossed the West Tacoma, Washington Drawbridge on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - West Tacoma
Union Pacific's armour yellow colors spread out across the West Tacoma Drawbridge on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - West Tacoma
What's this coming up behind the special? Amtrak #501 entered the scene at West Tacoma on 22-May-2007.

West Tacoma - Amtrak
Amtrak train #501, running with a Cascades Talgo set, crossed the West Tacoma Drawbridge on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Napavine
The steam locomotives worked uphill at Napavine, Washington on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Napavine
Southern Pacific 4-8-4 #4449 rounded the curve at Napavine, Washington on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Napavine
Not one, but two, steam locomotives clawed up Napavine Hill in Washington state on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Napavine
The string of Union Pacific passenger cars passed photographer Chris Fussell at Napavine, Washington on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Rocky Point
Southern Pacific #4449 blasted out of the Rocky Point Tunnel north of Kelso, Washington on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Rocky Point
The Southern Pacific Daylight powered through the Rocky Point area of Kelso, Washington on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Woodland
The Puget Sound Steam Special ran down the median of Interstate 5 south of Longview, Washington on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Kalama
The two steam locomotives rounded a modest curve north of Kalama, Washington on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Kalama
The double-header passed a fleet of railfans north of Kalama, Washington on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Vancouver
The Southern Pacific GS-4 4-8-4 #4449 powered through Vancouver Junction, Washington on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Vancouver
Some of the many people out to see the steam train received their treat at Vancouver Junction, Washington on 22-May-2007

Puget Sound Steam - Vancouver
Union Pacific #844 ran in the trailing position at Vancouver Junction, Washington on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Portland
Having left the Union Pacific train behind, Southern Pacific #4449 ran alone in Portland, Oregon on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Portland
Southern Pacific GS-4 4-8-4 #4449 rounded a curve at Clay Street in Portland, Oregon on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Portland
Southern Pacific GS-4 4-8-4 #4449 arrived at its home Brooklyn Roundhouse on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Portland
Southern Pacific GS-4 #4449 boarded the turntable at the Portland roundhouse on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Portland
Southern Pacific GS-4 #4449 rode the turntable at the Brooklyn Roundhouse in Portland, Oregon on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Portland
Turned in the proper direction, the Daylight 4449 moved forward into the Brooklyn Roundhouse in Portland on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Portland
The doors closed on the 4449 at the Brooklyn Roundhouse in Portland, Oregon, ending a great trip on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Carman
A Union Pacific carman had the "Jolly Roger" flags for return to the Union Pacific at Brooklyn Yard on 22-May-2007.

Puget Sound Steam - Diesel
Lance Gleich posed in front of former Amtrak F40PHR #231 at the Brooklyn Roundhouse in Portland, Oregon on 22-May-2007.

Spokane - Lower Falls
The Lower Falls of the 75-foot total falls on the Spokane River at Spokane, Washington were observed on 23-May-2007.

Spokane - Monroe Street Bridge
The 1911-era Monroe Street Bridge over the Spokane River had been rebuilt in 2003-5 and was observed on 23-May-2007.

Spokane - Sky Ride
The Riverfront Park Sky Ride with its views of Spokane Falls and City Hall was operating on 23-May-2007.

Spokane - Upper Falls
The 30-foot Upper Falls of the Spokane River in Spokane, Washington were observed from the north on 23-May-2007.

Spokane - Downtown View
The buildings of Downtown Spokane were viewed above Upper Spokane Falls on 23-May-2007.

Spokane - Upper Falls
The northern branch of the Spokane River cascaded around Canada Island on 23-May-2007.

Spokane - Upper Falls
The southern branch of the Spokane River flowed with Riverfront Park in the background on 23-May-2007.

Spokane - Upper Falls
Canada Island rose above the south branch of the Spokane River at the Upper Falls on 23-May-2007.

Spokane - Upper Falls
The near-peak run of Spokane River ran through the south branch of the Upper Falls on 23-May-2007.

Spokane - Upper Falls
The powerplant at the Upper Falls of the Spokane River generated power for the city on 23-May-2007.

Spokane - Fish Ladder
This fish ladder in Riverfront Park allowed fish to bypass the dam at the Upper Falls on 23-May-2007.

Spokane - Joy of Running
The 1985-era "Joy of Running" sculpture by David Govedare graced Spokane's Riverfront Park on 23-May-2007.

Spokane - Joy of Running
The pack of runners in the "Joy of Running" sculpture was noted in Spokane's Riverfront on 23-May-2007.

Spokane - Clock Tower
This clock tower from a railway station marked the Expo 74 site which was Riverfront Park on 23-May-2007.

Spokane - Rotary Fountain
This Rotary Club-funded fountain was constructed in Spokane's Riverfront Park in 2005 and was observed 23-May-2007.

Spokane - Sky Ride
The Sky Ride rested for a few minutes at mid-day in Spokane's Riverfront Park on 23-May-2007.

Spokane - Red Wagon
Ken Spiering's 1990 "The Childhood Express" served as a giant slide in Spokane's Riverfront Park on 23-May-2007.

Spokane - Performing Arts Center
The 1974 Spokane Opera House was known as the INB Performing Arts Center on 23-May-2007, just east of Riverfront Park.
Trip to Minnesota, June 2007

Scenery - Unique Sky
Sky or water? An unusual effect made the scene unclear from an airplane above Michigan on 1-June-2007.

Scenery - Fog Waves
Unusual waves of fog lined the shore of Lake Michigan as viewed from the air on 1-June-2007.

St. Paul Aerial
Downtown St. Paul, Minnesota was viewed from a landing aircraft above on 1-June-2007.

St. Paul Aerial
Another look at the Mississippi River traversing St. Paul, Minnesota from the air on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis Aerial
The Mississippi River turned to the north at Minneapolis as viewed from the air on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis Aerial
The northwestern edge of Minneapolis toward the suburbs of New Hope and Crystal was viewed from the air on 1-June-2007.

Lake Minnetonka Aerial
An aerial view toward Lake Minnetonka, one of over 10,000 lakes in the state of Minnesota on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis Aerial
This 1931 water tower in Washburn Park was visible from the approach pattern to the Minneapolis airport on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis Airport - Plane
Saab's 500th commuter aircraft, owned by Northwest Airlink, happened to be taxing at MSP on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis Airport - Hub
The predominance of red and gray made it clear that MSP was a Northwest Airlines hub on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Light Rail
Minneapolis' Hiawatha Light Rail arrived at the Lindbergh Terminal at MSP Airport on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Light Rail
A Hiawatha Light Rail train arrived at the Metrodome Station in Minneapolis on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Light Rail
A pair of Hiawatha Light Rail trains met at the Metrodome station in Minneapolis on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Light Rail
Bombardier manufactured the Hiawatha Line Light Rail trains captured at the Metrodome station on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Metrodome
The Hubert H. Humphrey Metrodome, home to the Minnesota Twins and Vikings amongst others, observed on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Metrodome
The Metrodome was the only stadium operating in the US without an ongoing tax subsidy on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Parking Lot
A substantial number of parking lots remained in Minneapolis after urban renewal, good for tailgating on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Armory
The Minneapolis Armory was constructed for the National Guard in 1935 and 1936, observed on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Armory
The Minneapolis Armory was in use as an enclosed parking structure when it was observed on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Armory
The Minneapolis Armory was on the National Register of Historic Places, seen on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Thrivent Financial
NPR listeners will recognize "Thrivent Financial" for Lutherans in downtown Minneapolis on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Thrivent Financial
A look at the corporate co-headquarters of Thrivent Financial for Lutherans was obtained in Minneapolis on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Foshay Tower
Wilbur Foshay built his art-deco, 136 meter tall Foshay Tower in Minneapolis before the 1929 crash, observed 1-June-2007

Minneapolis - Foshay Tower
Minneapolis' Foshay Tower and "the box it came in," the IDS Center, were observed on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis -Piper Jaffray Tower
The Piper Jaffray Tower stood in front of the Foshay Tower in downtown Minneapolis on 4-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Qwest Building
The Qwest Building, originally constructed in 1932, had a 1950's era "microwave crown" observed on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Qwest Building
A clock proclaiming the Soo Line Building sat beneath the Qwest Building in Minneapolis on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - 225 South Sixth
The 1992 225 South Sixth building added its presence to downtown Minneapolis on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Minneapolis Club
The 1908-era Minneapolis Club building had been extensively renovated in 2002, pictured on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - WCCO Radio
The home building of the CBS radio stations in Minneapolis, including famous WCCO 830 AM, observed 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Government Center
The Hennepin County Government Center had been constructed in 1977 and was observed on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - City Hall
Minneapolis' City Hall was constructed between 1888 and 1909 and was observed on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - City Hall
The Clock Tower on Minneapolis' City Hall was 105 m tall and had clock faces larger Big Ben, pictured on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - City Hall
A Hiawatha Light Rail train stopped in front of Minneapolis' City Hall on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - City Hall
An interesting sculpture garden sat beneath Minneapolis' City Hall on 4-June-2007.

Minneapolis - City Hall
A sculpture garden designed to protect the building from bomb attacks stood outside Minneapolis City Hall on 4-June-2007

Minneapolis - Light Rail
The end of the line for the Hiawatha Light Rail was at the Warehouse District station in Minneapolis on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Art
An interesting piece of art was noted in downtown Minneapolis near 3rd Ave and Washington on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Grain Exchange
The Minneapolis Grain Exchange was located near S 4th Street and S 4th Avenue on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - US Courthouse
The US Courthouse in Minneapolis was noted from Washington Avenue on 1-June-20077.

Minneapolis - Guthrie Theater
The unique Guthrie Theater was observed near the riverfront in Minneapolis on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Guthrie Theater
The 2006-era Guthrie Theater was designed by architect Jean Nouvel and contained three theaters on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Guthrie Theater
The Guthrie Theater extended over the River Parkway in Minneapolis on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Ceresota Mills
One-time Northwestern Consolidated Milling Company Elevator A was in use as an office building on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis -North Star Blankets
The 1864-era North Star Woolen Mill textile factory housed lofts when observed on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Mill City Museum
The Mill City Museum was located in the former Washburn A Mill near the Mississippi in Minneapolis on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Mill City Museum
A key attraction of the Mill City Museum was the ride in this elevator theater going between scenes, seen on 1-June-2007

Minneapolis - Mill City Museum
This machinery from the Washburn A Mill remained in the Mill City Museum on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Mill City Museum
These ducts provided the ventilation for the mill that became the Mill City Museum, observed 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Mill City Museum
A look at some of the remaining workings of the Washburn A Mill preserved in the Mill City Museum on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Mill City Museum
Some of the piping remaining in the Washburn A Mill was observed at the Mill City Museum on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Mill City Museum
A look across at the roof level of the Mill City Museum in Minneapolis on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Mill City Museum
The remains of the Washburn A Mill could be viewed from above at the Mill City Museum in Minneapolis on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Mill City Museum
A cafe now occupied the patio of the ruins at Minneapolis' Mill City Museum observed on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Mill City Museum
A closer look at the ruins of the Washburn A Mill as observed from the observation deck on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Mill City Museum
A group touring on Segway scooters visited the Mill City Museum in Minneapolis on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Mill City Museum
The remains of the northern wall of the Mill City Museum in Minneapolis were observed on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Museum Views
The view to the north at the Mill City Museum included other remaining mill buildings on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Museum Views
The Upper St. Anthony Falls were viewed from the observation deck at the Mill City Museum in Minneapolis on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Museum Views
The view from the Mill City Museum included the Third Avenue Bridge crossing the Mississippi on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Museum Views
A closer look at the Upper St. Anthony Falls from the Mill City Museum as viewed on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Museum Views
Next to the falls were the Upper St. Anthony Locks, observed from the Mill City Museum on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Museum Views
Across the Mississippi was the St. Anthony Falls Laboratory, associated with the University of Minnesota on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Museum Views
The Stone Arch Bridge, constructed in 1883 by railroad baron James J. Hill, was viewed from the museum on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Museum Views
A closer look at the Stone Arch Bridge, which served railroads until 1965 and was a pedestrian bridge on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Stone Arch Bridge
This plaque commemorated the Stone Arch Bridge over the Mississippi River in Minneapolis, Minnesota on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Museum Views
The ruins of other railroad structures and other mill buildings lined the Mississippi River on 1-June-2007.

Minneapolis - Museum Views
The Segway Tour headed along West River Parkway in Minneapolis on 1-June-2007.
