Author Keith Black to speak about growing up in the Beach in the 1950s and his book BOOM
Former local resident and author Keith Black will be returning to East Toronto this month to talk about his book BOOM: A Child of the Beach in Toronto Remembers the 50s.
Presented by The Beach and East Toronto Historical Society, the talk will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 15, from 7 to 8:15 p.m. at the Beaches Sandbox, 2181 Queen St. E.
The book BOOM is about Black’s real-life experiences as a child growing up and living in the Beach during the 1950s.
The book provides a nostalgic and detailed look back into what life was like back then, with childhood games, community cultural events, local landmarks, and historical moments.
Those wishing to learn more about BOOM can go to the Beach Metro Community News website. Type in the search the book’s title to read many of the book’s chapters which were presented online in 2020.
For more information on The Beach and East Toronto Historical Society and on Black’s Oct. 15 presentation, please go to http://www.tbeths.com/
