**SATURDAY, AUGUST 4, 2018**
*Family Favourites Movie (All Over Ontario)
11am
Cineplex Movie Theatres
Various Locations
Movie: SHERLOCK GNOMES
Join us on Saturday mornings at 11am for Cineplex Family Favourites. Watch a family favourite film each week for only $2.99. A portion of the proceeds goes towards supporting Free The Children. It’s a fun and affordable way to enjoy the weekend with your family.
http://www.cineplex.com/Events/FamilyFavourites?gclid=CJ_fvubOysoCFQ6IaQodbBkFCw
*Kid’s Club Crafts (All Over Ontario)
10am-11:30am
Michaels Art Store
All Over Ontario
Let your kids explore their creativity while you shop! Kids 3 and up can enjoy a quick project and take home a finished masterpiece. Sign up in store or just drop in. Only $2 per child reserves 30 minutes for your creative kid. Sessions starting every half hour from 10am – 11:30 am. See a store associate to join the fun! Parents must remain on premises during the event.
*Farmer’s Market (Woodbridge)
9am-1pm
Woodbridge Pool and Memorial Arena
5020 Hwy # 7 at Islington Ave
Woodbridge, ON
The Woodbridge Village Farmers Market is a non-profit, volunteer run market. We are affiliated with the Woodbridge Agricultural Society. The market is a great place to spend a quiet Saturday morning, meeting with friends and neighbours. We invite you to join us every Saturday from June 16th 2018 to October 13th 2018.The Woodbridge Village Farmers Market is a friendly, big hearted market located on the northwest corner of Hwy #7 and Islington Ave., at the Woodbridge Pool & Memorial Arena parking lot. Our volunteers are always there to help with the many special events. It’s a fun place for friends to meet and families to come Saturday mornings. Our Kid’s Club includes creative crafts and engaging activities weekly. This will be our 10th year of operation.
http://www.woodbridgefarmersmarket.com
*Ribfest (Scarborough)
Thomson Memorial Park
Lawrence Avenue East and Brimley Road
Scarborough, ON
Scarborough Ribfest is the summer’s largest community event in East Toronto. The Rotary Club of Scarborough runs Scarborough Ribfest as an annual festival and fundraiser. All moneys raised by the Rotary Club of Scarborough are donated to charitable projects in Scarborough, Toronto, and around the world.
This year, Ribfest will have 10 incredible Ribbers from all over Canada and the US, along with 20 other food vendors, a midway, and over 50 other craft vendors! To keep you cool, beer and coolers along with pop and water will be available at the two Rotary tents. 11 fantastic live bands will be providing live entertainment free during the weekend .For the young and young at heart, open mike Karaoke will start each day at 11 AM.
Entertainment and parking are free.
http://www.scarboroughribfest.com/
*Guided Hikes (Scarborough) (FREE)
Rouge National Urban Park – Parks Canada
Meadowvale Road
Scarborough, ON
Join us to discover the park’s natural, cultural and agricultural stories with our friendly and fun Parks Canada volunteer leaders and staff. We have something for everyone, if you are looking for wildlife sightings, quiet nature walks, discovering the past, fitness challenges or just to meet new people!
Various dates. See website for schedule.
https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/on/rouge/activ/guide/201808-aout-august
*Nature Play In The Garden (Toronto)
Evergreen Brickworks
550 Bayview Ave
Toronto ON
This unique program and dynamic space requires parents and guardians to supervise their children while co-creating a magical world of possibilities.
The Children’s Garden is suitable for children of all ages as it inspires them to use their imagination in open-ended play. Here, children have the freedom to be the architects of their environment, to invent and build using their own creativity and problem-solving skills, all while developing an appreciation for the natural world.
Weekly activities respond to the changing seasons and weather, and are based on the natural materials we have available. Most importantly, our activities are a great way to be active and connect with community, family and the environment that sustains us all.
https://www.evergreen.ca/whats-on/?date=2018-05-24&category=0&view=upcoming
*Island Soul Festival (Toronto)
Harbourfront Centre
235 Queens Quay West
Toronto, ON
Come to the waterfront to catch a little bit of that island soul and experience the rich legacy of Caribbean music heard through Canada and around the world.
Free performances by Nana McLean, Kirk Diamond and Gyptian.
http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com
*Royal Arts Academy Music Festival (Burlington)
12pm-9pm
Burlington Royal Arts Academy
2054 Mountainside Drive
Burlington, ON
On August 4th, the school will be host to many talented international and local students showcasing their talents in the arts, as well as local bands and musicians. Food trucks will be on site.
It’s also an event where locals can come out to take a look at what the school can offer. Tours of the building can be offered as well as free roam.
Burlington Royal Arts Academy is a school that, as well as offers students regular high school education, specialize in arts-based courses, helping students get ready for auditions, additional music, dance, art and drama programs, portfolio development etc.
At the event, they will have a high number of international students from China coming over to enhance their arts-based skills at the academy, along with some famous Chinese talent to perform at our festival on August 4th.
On August 3rd and 5th, there will be a concert held at Burlington Performing Arts Centre (440 Locust St, Burlington, ON L7S 1T7) showcasing the international and local students.
www.burlingtonroyalartsacademy.ca/
*Ribfest (London)
Historic Victoria Park
London, ON
Taking place on Canada’s Civic Holiday Weekend for five days straight, this is going to be Canada’s first and biggest Rib-Fest now featuring London Craft Beer Festival!.
www.canadasbiggestparty.com/london-ribfest
*Kempenfest (Barrie)
Barrie Waterfront
Barrie, ON
One of North Americas largest outdoors arts and crafts festivals with over 250 exhibits, plus antiques, midway, main stage with live entertainment and food galore. Celebrating 48th event this year.
*Mosaic World Music (Collingwood)
Blue Mountain Village
Collingwood, ON
A weekend of music inspired by world cultures including concerts, dance, interactive drumming, scavenger hunts, free family activities, and FIREWORKS!.
http://bluemountainvillage.ca/events
*Pirates Of The Bay Festival (Pentanguishene)
10am-5pm
Discovery Harbor
Pentanguishene, ON
Join us for this swashbucklin’ event! Be sure to know your pirate name and beware landlubbers as Discovery Harbour will be transformed into the Pirates Lair!!
Walk the plank and join the pirate crew for great famly fun! Roving hornswaggler musicians, sink a ship with Cap’t Tuna, visit the tattoo parlor, learn yer knots and swab the deck! Be on the lookout for the Navy and Pirate Skirmish, pirate crafts, pirate inflatables’, petting zoo and so much more! Be sure to git here!!
Shuttles will be available. Check social media for updates.
Regular Admission rates (plus HST): Adults: $7 Seniors/Students: $6.25
Youth (6-12) $5.25 Children 5 and under FREE
Please use your SUPER PASSES for this event. Guest passes are accepted. No discount coupons will be accepted for this event.
http://www.discoveryharbour.on.ca/dh/en/SpecialEvents/index.htm
*Children’s Festival (Creemore)
10am-4pm
172 Mill Street
Creemore, ON
A festival designed to empower children, inspire their imagination and broaden their creative minds through exciting actvities and play. Free admission.
http://creemorechildrensfestival.com
**SUNDAY, AUGUST 5, 2018**
*Jungle Gym (Vaughan)
JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre
9600 Bathurst Street
(Bathurst & Rutherford)
Vaughan, ON
DROP-IN PROGRAM
Age Recommended: 0-5 Years
Non-Member Fee: $5.00
Circle Time, Story Time, and playing in the gym with toys and games.
•Please call prior to confirm they are running the program.
905-303-1821
*Jambana One World Festival (Markham)
Markham Fair Grounds
Markham, ON
Fun for the family festival of entertainment, food, travel, trade, craft, health and domino villages.
*Ribfest (Scarborough)
Thomson Memorial Park
Lawrence Avenue East and Brimley Road
Scarborough, ON
Scarborough Ribfest is the summer’s largest community event in East Toronto. The Rotary Club of Scarborough runs Scarborough Ribfest as an annual festival and fundraiser. All moneys raised by the Rotary Club of Scarborough are donated to charitable projects in Scarborough, Toronto, and around the world.
This year, Ribfest will have 10 incredible Ribbers from all over Canada and the US, along with 20 other food vendors, a midway, and over 50 other craft vendors! To keep you cool, beer and coolers along with pop and water will be available at the two Rotary tents. 11 fantastic live bands will be providing live entertainment free during the weekend .For the young and young at heart, open mike Karaoke will start each day at 11 AM.
Entertainment and parking are free.
http://www.scarboroughribfest.com/
*Guided Hikes (Scarborough) (FREE)
Rouge National Urban Park – Parks Canada
Meadowvale Road
Scarborough, ON
Join us to discover the park’s natural, cultural and agricultural stories with our friendly and fun Parks Canada volunteer leaders and staff. We have something for everyone, if you are looking for wildlife sightings, quiet nature walks, discovering the past, fitness challenges or just to meet new people!
Various dates. See website for schedule.
https://www.pc.gc.ca/en/pn-np/on/rouge/activ/guide/201808-aout-august
*Summer at Fort York (Toronto)
Fort York National Historic Site
250 Fort York Boulevard
Toronto, ON
Thrill to the booming of the cannon, the firing of muskets, the vibrant colours of the uniformed guard and the lively music of fife and drum at Fort York this summer.
Visitors will enjoy hourly demonstrations of military music, drill, musketry, and artillery performed by students representing the Canadian Regiment of Fencible Infantry; this unit garrisoned the Fort at the end of the War of 1812. Highlights include musket and cannon firings, and the music of the Fort York Drums (a fife & drum corps).
Program varies daily, please call for specific details.
Child: $6.00 | Youth: $8.00 | Adult: $14.00 | Senior: $10.00
http://www.toronto.ca/museum-events
*Island Soul Festival (Toronto)
Harbourfront Centre
235 Queens Quay West
Toronto, ON
Come to the waterfront to catch a little bit of that island soul and experience the rich legacy of Caribbean music heard through Canada and around the world.
Free performances by Nana McLean, Kirk Diamond and Gyptian.
http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com
*Sunday’s at Westfield (Hamilton)
12:30pm-4pm
Westfield Heritage Village
1049 Kirkwall Road
Rockton, ON
Every Sunday and public holiday from March to the end of October you can immerse yourself in Westfield’s unique historic setting. Authentically costumed volunteers will take you back to earlier times and places through fun and educational demonstrations and activities. Westfield has more than thirty-five historical buildings to visit, including log homes, a one room schoolhouse, railway station, print shop, inn and cabinetmaker’s shop. Step up to the counter at the General Store for sweet treats and stop by the Gift Shop for unique finds.
You can also enjoy Westfield’s trails and natural areas, set on 500 beautiful acres.
For more information visit our website.
Admission: $11
*Ribfest (London)
Historic Victoria Park
London, ON
Taking place on Canada’s Civic Holiday Weekend for five days straight, this is going to be Canada’s first and biggest Rib-Fest now featuring London Craft Beer Festival!.
www.canadasbiggestparty.com/london-ribfest
*Kempenfest (Barrie)
Barrie Waterfront
Barrie, ON
One of North Americas largest outdoors arts and crafts festivals with over 250 exhibits, plus antiques, midway, main stage with live entertainment and food galore. Celebrating 48th event this year.
*Mosaic World Music (Collingwood)
Blue Mountain Village
Collingwood, ON
A weekend of music inspired by world cultures including concerts, dance, interactive drumming, scavenger hunts, free family activities, and FIREWORKS!.
http://bluemountainvillage.ca/events
MONDAY, AUGUST 6, 2018
*Jambana One World Festival (Markham)
Markham Fair Grounds
Markham, ON
Fun for the family festival of entertainment, food, travel, trade, craft, health and domino villages.
*Island Soul Festival (Toronto)
Harbourfront Centre
235 Queens Quay West
Toronto, ON
Come to the waterfront to catch a little bit of that island soul and experience the rich legacy of Caribbean music heard through Canada and around the world.
Free performances by Nana McLean, Kirk Diamond and Gyptian.
http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com
*Joseph Brant Day Festival (Burlington)
11am-4pm
La Salle Park
50 North Shore Boulevard
Burlington, ON
Since 1980, Joseph Brant Day has been held at La Salle Park on the Civic Holiday Monday in August. For over 30 years, the Museums of Burlington has presented this event that celebrates our local heritage and community, free of charge.
Joseph Brant Day Festival attracts well over 5,000 people, featuring an incredible line-up of family friendly entertainment, historical displays, a food truck rally, vendors and a variety of interactive experiences.
http://museumsofburlington.ca/ireland-house/events/304-joseph-brant-day-festival-august-06-2018
*Ribfest (London)
Historic Victoria Park
London, ON
Taking place on Canada’s Civic Holiday Weekend for five days straight, this is going to be Canada’s first and biggest Rib-Fest now featuring London Craft Beer Festival!.
www.canadasbiggestparty.com/london-ribfest
*Pop Up in the Park (Oshawa)
12:30pm-3:30pm
Oshawa Museum
1450 Simcoe Street South
Oshawa, ON
Have you ever wanted to check out the Oshawa Museum, but not sure if it’s the right thing for you, or if your kids will like it? Stop by our Pop Up Museum in the Park every Monday starting July 9!
From 12:30 – 3:30 pm each week, the Museum will have family friendly artefacts on display and free activities for kids. Find us at the playground in Lakeview Park, Oshawa between the Oshawa Museum and the Jubilee Pavilion.
programming@oshawamuseum.org
*Kempenfest (Barrie)
Barrie Waterfront
Barrie, ON
One of North Americas largest outdoors arts and crafts festivals with over 250 exhibits, plus antiques, midway, main stage with live entertainment and food galore. Celebrating 48th event this year.
*Mosaic World Music (Collingwood)
Blue Mountain Village
Collingwood, ON
A weekend of music inspired by world cultures including concerts, dance, interactive drumming, scavenger hunts, free family activities, and FIREWORKS!.
http://bluemountainvillage.ca/events
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