(Above) As human beings, we are often captivated by the beauty of colors and shapes. Walking into Galactic G Skateshop on Orange Ave, a visitor can be met with an explosion of loud graphics, polished boards, and funky designs. Delaney Bolstein, grade 12, pauses to take a quick snapshot of the almost-ornamental display. Undeniably, there’s a vibe to this small shop that can’t be found in large commercial stores. It’s the reachable feeling much like listening in on the two skaters behind the racks fussing over what color wheels would look most “ice” on their boards.
Ivanhoe Village has been around since the early 1900s, where it was mostly known for being a big part of the pineapple industry. With the background of pineapple crops, there are many small shops based off of the fruit. Now the village is known for the big events happening during the year. From meditation classes in January, to Jingle Jangle in November, the events never disappoint. In the area, there are restaurants seating people next to the dark blue lake overlooking the neon sunset. Check out this up-and-coming district’s latest offerings at https://ivanhoevillage.org.
