The BBQ Eats Fest Starts THIS Friday until Sunday!
Here Is Everything You Need To Know
Wondering about what The BBQ EATS is all about? Picture a bunch of chefs battling it out cooking amazing dishes for a chance to win $10,000! I am so excited to try different types of foods and eat. My 7 year old carnivore daughter is super excited too. Don’t eat meat? There are vegetarian options.
How Does It Work?
•SIGNING UP
It is not mandatory, but I recommend getting your Free Admission Tickets online. It gets you in the park at opening time, bypasses the Admission line faster.
Here is where you can sign up for the free tickets: http://bbqeatsfestival.eventbrite.com
•LOCATION
Ontario Place: West Island (955 Lakeshore Blvd. West)
•PARKING
Parking Cost
The cost of parking is $25 for the day. The event is also TTC accessible for your convenience.
Closed Parking Lot
Lot #1 is situated right under a set of stairs which leads you right to the bridge.
•GO STATION
The BBQ Eats Festival has a FREE shuttle bus to and from The Exhibition GO Station! This runs every ten minutes.
•COSTS TO EXPECT
While entrance admission and the stage entertainment are free, there are some costs. Here are the costs so your family can budget wisely for the weekend.
The BBQ Eats Festival runs on tickets.
When you arrive, you will purchase your tickets. It’s $15 for your first 10 tickets and then $10 for 10 tickets after that. Your paying family member will receive a stamp after the first 10 tickets, so they can get the $10 for 10 for any purchases after this. The tickets will be your “money” for the event.
There will be stations all throughout the event where you can get tickets.
There is an unadvertised ticket booth to the right of the Entertain Kids On A Dime Building. This is for families to purchase tickets without waiting in large lines.
Food Costs range from on average from 2-9 tickets depending on the size and type of Food you buy.
ENTERTAIN KIDS ON A DIME VILLAGE
How To Find Us
When you come in from the entrance bridge, go to the right. You will see white buildings. We are the end one to the right of the stage.
Kids Hours
Friday: 6pm-10pm
Saturday: 12pm-10pm
Sunday: 12pm-7pm
What your wrist band covers
•Bouncy Castle
•The Entertain Kids Pavilion (Indoor)
WHAT’S IN THE PAVILION
• Joy Tween Spa
Get your nails done and be ready to strut your stuff and show off your fun polish from Joy Tween Spa.
• Bricks 4 Kidz
Get your creative minds ready to build different creations with the staff from Bricks 4 Kidz.
• SandsAlive Play
This indoor sand is blue and addictive. Your child gets some sand toys and gets to dig in!
• Soap My Ride
You will be making bubble solution and taking it home. This is a take away hands on craft.
• Bounce Entertainment
Your family will be enjoying some great tunes by Bounce Entertainment, who are an awesome DJ Company!
• Games
* Foosball Table (Sponsored by: The Phone App BEHAVE & BEHAVE BUDDY)
* Air Hockey Table (Sponsored by: PASCALE- DI POCE LAW)
* Arcade Basketball (Sponsored by: PANDA MANDARIN)
* Putting Green (Sponsored by: ME REAL ESTATE)
* Giant Jenga (Sponsored by: CLICK THE MOUSE)
* Giant Connect 4 (Sponsored by: LIL MISS DRESS UP)
• Melon Head Hair (Friday Only)
Get your hair coloured with safe wash out spray. Try a rainbow of colours and glitter! Just have fun with it!
• Let’s Make It (Saturday Only)
Get Creative! The team from Let’s Make It will be doing a fun spa craft with you!
• Reptilia (Saturday & Sunday Only)
The amazing zoo keepers from Reptilia will be showcasing their scaled friends. You will get a chance to come and pet the animals. How brave are you?
• PVP Sports (Saturday & Sunday Only)
Practice your skills shooting down some cans using bows and soft arrows.
• Paramount Ice (Saturday & Sunday Only)
He shoots he scores! Practice your Hockey Skills with the Paramount team!
• Magic With Aaron Mathews (Saturday at 1pm)
Come and check out some magic from the amazing Aaron Mathews. He will keep your kids entertained.
• Minikinz (Sunday Only)
Coming from the Polynesian island of Motunui, you will get meet the amazing Princess Moana.
* Please make sure your kids are supervised while inside the building.
All Day Wristband Unlimited Access
(Includes all activities above and the bouncy castle)
10 Tickets Per Child
Parents are Free
Event Freebie
Get a free bottle of Heinz ketchup with your family’s photo on it.
Restaurant Recommendation
The Greek Grill
Chicken is 5 tickets. Add a pita for 1 ticket. Their portions are generous.
In front of the Entertain Kids On A Dime building we are selling $1 water, $2 freezies, and $4 fresh pop popcorn.
The BBQ Eats Fest Starts THIS Friday until Sunday!
Here Is Everything You Need To Know
Wondering about what The BBQ EATS is all about? Picture a bunch of chefs battling it out cooking amazing dishes for a chance to win $10,000! I am so excited to try different types of foods and eat. My 7 year old carnivore daughter is super excited too. Don’t eat meat? There are vegetarian options.
How Does It Work?
•SIGNING UP
It is not mandatory, but I recommend getting your Free Admission Tickets online. It gets you in the park at opening time, bypasses the Admission line faster.
Here is where you can sign up for the free tickets: http://bbqeatsfestival.eventbrite.com
•LOCATION
Ontario Place: West Island
•PARKING
Parking Cost
The cost of parking is $25 for the day. The event is also TTC accessible for your convenience.
Closed Parking Lot
Lot #1 is situated right under a set of stairs which leads you right to the bridge.
•GO STATION
The BBQ Eats Festival has a FREE shuttle bus to and from The Exhibition GO Station! This runs every ten minutes.
•COSTS TO EXPECT
While entrance admission and the stage entertainment are free, there are some costs. Here are the costs so your family can budget wisely for the weekend.
The BBQ Eats Festival runs on tickets.
When you arrive, you will purchase your tickets. It’s $15 for your first 10 tickets and then $10 for 10 tickets after that. Your paying family member will receive a stamp after the first 10 tickets, so they can get the $10 for 10 for any purchases after this. The tickets will be your “money” for the event.
There will be stations all throughout the event where you can get tickets.
There is an unadvertised ticket booth to the right of the Entertain Kids On A Dime Building. This is for families to purchase tickets without waiting in large lines.
Food Costs range from on average from 2-9 tickets depending on the size and type of Food you buy.
ENTERTAIN KIDS ON A DIME VILLAGE
How To Find Us
When you come in from the entrance bridge, go to the right. You will see white buildings. We are the end one to the right of the stage.
Kids Hours
Friday: 6pm-10pm
Saturday: 12pm-10pm
Sunday: 12pm-7pm
What your wrist band covers
•Bouncy Castle
•The Entertain Kids Pavilion (Indoor)
WHAT’S IN THE PAVILION
• Joy Tween Spa
Get your nails done and be ready to strut your stuff and show off your fun polish from Joy Tween Spa.
• Bricks 4 Kidz
Get your creative minds ready to build different creations with the staff from Bricks 4 Kidz.
• SandsAlive Play
This indoor sand is blue and addictive. Your child gets some sand toys and gets to dig in!
• Soap My Ride
You will be making bubble solution and taking it home. This is a take away hands on craft.
• Bounce Entertainment
Your family will be enjoying some great tunes by Bounce Entertainment, who are an awesome DJ Company!
• Games
* Foosball Table (Sponsored by: The Phone App BEHAVE & BEHAVE BUDDY)
* Air Hockey Table (Sponsored by: PASCALE- DI POCE LAW)
* Arcade Basketball (Sponsored by: PANDA MANDARIN)
* Putting Green (Sponsored by: ME REAL ESTATE)
* Giant Jenga (Sponsored by: CLICK THE MOUSE)
* Giant Connect 4 (Sponsored by: LIL MISS DRESS UP)
• Melon Head Hair (Friday Only)
Get your hair coloured with safe wash out spray. Try a rainbow of colours and glitter! Just have fun with it!
• Let’s Make It (Saturday Only)
Get Creative! The team from Let’s Make It will be doing a fun spa craft with you!
• Reptilia (Saturday & Sunday Only)
The amazing zoo keepers from Reptilia will be showcasing their scaled friends. You will get a chance to come and pet the animals. How brave are you?
• PVP Sports (Saturday & Sunday Only)
Practice your skills shooting down some cans using bows and soft arrows.
• Paramount Ice (Saturday & Sunday Only)
He shoots he scores! Practice your Hockey Skills with the Paramount team!
• Magic With Aaron Mathews (Saturday at 1pm)
Come and check out some magic from the amazing Aaron Mathews. He will keep your kids entertained.
• Minikinz (Sunday Only)
Coming from the Polynesian island of Motunui, you will get meet the amazing Princess Moana.
* Please make sure your kids are supervised while inside the building.
All Day Wristband Unlimited Access
(Includes all activities above and the bouncy castle)
10 Tickets Per Child
Parents are Free
Event Freebie
Get a free bottle of Heinz ketchup with your family’s photo on it.
Restaurant Recommendation
The Greek Grill
Chicken is 5 tickets. Add a pita for 1 ticket. Their portions are generous.
In front of the Entertain Kids On A Dime building we are selling $1 water, $2 freezies, and $4 fresh pop popcorn.
Hello Everyone!
I have 3 NEW Great Wolf Lodge Deals for June 15, 18, and 25, 2017. Book 1 night or more!
I highly recommend to BOOK OVER THE PHONE by calling 1-866-949-9653 and telling the agent your desired date and code. You can book Online, but if you make one search error, it will say it is sold out even if isn’t.
Please Note: I do NOT always get more rooms for the date listed below. If you want a date, book it RIGHT AWAY! They go very fast!
NEW GWL DEAL DATES
The Deal Dates Are:
* Thursday, June 15, 2017 – CODE: 1706ENTE
Price: $249.99 +tax
Room Type: Family Suite
* Sunday, June 18, 2017 – CODE: 1706ENTE
Price: $249.99 +tax
Room Type: Family Suite
* Sunday, June 25, 2017 – CODE: 1706ENTE
Price: $249.99 +tax
Room Type: Family Suite
Again, please note that once these rooms are SOLD OUT, I may NOT be able to get more rooms for those dates. The next time I get dates, I will post them.
If you have READ EVERYTHING above, and still have a question you can contact me HERE…
HAVE A GREAT DAY!
The BBQ Eats festival is THIS WEEKEND!
This festival is a new event and will be showcasing ethnic bbq flavours from around the world.
Admission to the festival is FREE.
You must purchase tickets to pay for food and entertainment. There will be a smaller area next to the kids zone that sells tickets for your convenience.
I will be running the INDOOR Gaming Pavilion! The Wristbands that you purchase will give you and your family all day access to the building.
We have some amazing Companies working with us to make this magical for the families. Some of them include: Bounce Entertainment, Pop Events Glitter Tattoos, Bricks 4 Kidz, Reptilia, A Tween Spa, a Floof Sandbox, Melon Heads, Soap My Ride, and more!
WRIST BAND PRICING
Kids: 10 Tickets Each
Kids Under 2: Free
Adults: Free
I know some of the Vendors and the food is going to be amazing!
COME VISIT AND HAVE FAMILY FUN AND ENJOY INCREDIBLE FOOD BY MASTER CHEFS!
BBQ Eats Festival 2017 (June 9-June 11)
Location: Ontario Place (West Island)
955 Lake Shore Blvd. West
Toronto, ON
Kids Zone Hours of Operation
Friday, June 9: 6pm-11pm
Saturday, June 10: 12pm-11pm
Sunday, June 11: 12pm-7pm
http://bbqeatsfestival.com
Get Your Free Admission Tickets HERE
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE FOR THE BBQ EATS FEST!
Sponsorship Opportunities are still available for these events. I have some great options to help spread awareness about your Company.
This opportunity is great if you have a product or service that targets kids or parents. This is also great for insurance brokers, real estate agents, dentists, doctors, travel agents, car dealerships, RESP’s and other Companies that are looking to spread awareness to families.
For More Information about sponsorship, Contact Me HERE…
The Mac And Cheese Festival Starts TOMORROW And Runs Until Sunday!
Here Is Everything You Need To Know
Want to bring your families down to the Mac And Cheese Fest but are unsure what to expect? That’s where I come in. I am here to make sure you have a wonderful time with your family and I can help you budget your visit.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
• SIGNING UP
It is not mandatory, but I recommend getting your Free Admission Tickets online. It gets you in the park at opening time, bypasses the Admission line faster, and you get a free VitaCoco drink.
Here is where you can sign up for the free tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2017-mac-and-cheese-festival-tickets-34233464213
• LOCATION
Ontario Place: West Island (955 Lake Shore Blvd. West)
• PARKING
Parking Cost
The cost of parking is $3.25 for 30 minutes or $25 for a full day.
Closed Parking Lot
Lot #1 is situated right under a set of stairs which leads you right to the bridge.
If Lot #1 is full, the next closest place to park is Lot #2.
• GO STATION
The Mac And Cheese Festival has a FREE shuttle bus to and from The Exhibition GO Station! This runs every ten minutes.
• COSTS TO EXPECT
While entrance admission and the stage entertainment are free, there are some costs. Here are the costs so your family can budget wisely for the weekend.
The Mac And Cheese Fest is unique with payment.
When you arrive, you will purchase your tokens. It’s $15 for your first 10 tokens and then $10 for 10 tokens after that. Your paying family member will receive a stamp after the first 10 tokens, so they can get the $10 for 10 for any purchases after this. The token cards will be your “money” for the event.
There will be stations all throughout the event where you can get tokens.
Food Costs on average range from 2-9 tokens depending on the size and type of Mac And Cheese you buy.
ENTERTAIN KIDS PAVILION
The Entertain Kids On A Dime Pavilion is a 4,000 square foot white building you will see when you come in from the entrance bridge.
The cost to enter this building is 5 tokens PER person. Kids under 2 are FREE.
Each paying Adult And Child will get a wrist band.
Adults are also encouraged to have fun and participate in the building activities as well!
Each person with a wrist band will receive a FREE box of Annie’s Organic Mac And Cheese!
What your wrist band covers
• 2 Bouncy Castles (Outdoor)
• The Entertain Kids Pavilion (Indoor)
WHAT’S IN THE PAVILION
• Medieval Times (Saturday & Sunday from 1pm-4pm)
The real knights from the show will be there to greet your family. We encourage you to take photos with them.
• Reptilia
The amazing zoo keepers from Reptilia will be showcasing their scaled friends. You will get a chance to come and pet the animals. How brave are you?
• Joy Tween Spa (Friday & Saturday Only)
Get your nails done and be ready to strut your stuff and show off your fun polish from Joy Tween Spa.
• Bricks 4 Kidz
Get your creative minds ready to build different creations with the staff from Bricks 4 Kidz.
• Melon Head Hair (Friday Only)
Get your hair coloured with safe wash out spray. Try a rainbow of colours and glitter! Just have fun with it!
• PVP Sports (Saturday & Sunday Only)
Practice your skills shooting down some cans using bows and soft arrows.
• Minikinz (Sunday Only)
Coming from the Polynesian island of Motunui, you will get meet the amazing Princess Moana.
• Floof
It’s white and fluffy like a cloud. Walk up to our large standing sandbox and see how high you can build your masterpiece.
• Pop Events
You will be excited to get an amazing glitter tattoo on your arm. It will be an amazing reminder of your special day.
• Bounce Entertainment
Your family will be enjoying some great tunes by Bounce Entertainment, who are an awesome DJ Company!
• Games
* Foosball Table (Sponsored by: The Phone App BEHAVE & BEHAVE BUDDY)
* Air Hockey Table (Sponsored by: PASCALE- DI POCE LAW)
* Arcade Basketball (Sponsored by: PANDA MANDARIN)
* Putting Green (Sponsored by: ME REAL ESTATE)
* Giant Jenga (Sponsored by: CLICK THE MOUSE)
* Giant Connect 4 (Sponsored by: LIL MISS DRESS UP)
* A Few Other Activities (not listed) will be added to the event.
* Please make sure your kids are supervised while inside the building.
On Saturday and Sunday, RUGCUTTERZ DANZ ARTZ will be showcasing their amazing competitive dancers on the main stage! Hopefully you will get to see it.
Cost List Breakdown
• Park Admission: Free
• Parking: Up to $25
• Entertain Kids Pavilion & Inflatables: 5 Tokens PER Person
• Climb On Pirate Ship: 1 Token PER Person
• Ride The Train: 2 Tokens PER Person
• Ferris Wheel & Cars Ride: Cost Unknown
Food Options
•One vendor will be offering a gluten free mac and cheese option.
•There are other food options besides mac and cheese.
•You can purchase freshly popped popcorn, beverages, and chocolate bars inside the Pavilion.
How To Avoid Crowds
•ARRIVE EARLY!
Arriving early ensures that you are not waiting in long lines and walking through crowds.
To be early arrive just before these times.
Friday: 6pm
Saturday: 12pm
Sunday: 12pm
If you have any further questions, you can Contact Me HERE...
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE STILL AVAILABLE
I have some amazing sponsorship opportunities for two massive upcoming festivals at Ontario Place.
Two opportunities that are left:
•Sponsorship of an inflatable Castle.
•Put a business card or post card flyer in up to 5,000 swag bags.
If you are interested in more information, Contact Me HERE…
VOLUNTEERS WANTED
We are looking for Adults or Teenage Volunteers to work with kids inside the indoor gaming Pavilion and to run two outdoor inflatables for two upcoming festivals at Ontario Place.
This is great for teens looking for community hours.
You can work anywhere from 1 day to 6 days.
If you or your teen can participate, please Contact Me HERE…
It’s Finally Here!
The Mac & Cheese festival is happening THIS WEEKEND!
I will be running the indoor gaming zone for both events. For five tokens each, you can buy the wristbands, and can access all of these activities.
We have some amazing Companies working with us to make this magical for the families. Some of them include: The Medieval Times Knights, Bricks 4 Kidz, Reptilia, A tween spa, a Floof Sandbox, and more!
Below are the dates and times for each festival!
Make sure to order your FREE admission tickets online (so you can attend an hour earlier than the festival starts)!
COME VISIT AND HAVE FAMILY FUN AND ENJOY INCREDIBLE FOOD BY MASTER CHEFS!
Mac & Cheese Festival 2017 (June 2- June 4)
Location: Ontario Place (West Island)
955 Lake Shore Blvd. West
Toronto, ON
Kids Zone Hours of Operation
Friday, June 2: 6pm-11pm
Saturday, June 3: 12pm-11pm
Sunday, June 4: 12pm-7pm
http://macandcheesefestival.ca
Get Your FREE Admission Tickets HERE
**FRIDAY, June 2, 2017**
*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
*Sharing Dance Day (Toronto)
12pm-6pm
Yonge Dundas Square
1 Dundas St E
Toronto, ON
Canada’s National Ballet School and partners invite you to join the nation’s biggest dance party to celebrate Canada’s 150th with … Sharing Dance Canada 2017!
Sharing Dance Day Schedule:
12-2pm: As a field trip destination, Sharing Dance Day for children and youth will host free, open dance workshops and performances by both professional and student dance groups. It’s a can’t-miss event for schools!
2-4pm: Take part with the young-at-heart as they get their groove on! Join free, open dance workshops for all, and watch performances by some of Toronto’s most active seniors’ groups.
4-6pm: Witness a community come together to perform the Sharing Dance Canada 2017 choreography. The evening wouldn’t be complete without spectacular workshops and performances. Stay tuned for a full list of performers!
This exciting event will include:
Community performance presentations of the 2017 choreography
Community participants and partner organizations will perform the choreography in front of a large public crowd multiple times over the course of the event; hundreds of dancers expected at each Signature Official Event
Free open dance classes reflecting various dance forms
Professional dance performances
Partner activity booths
Activities will engage the whole family
An MC and other special guests
Social media activation
Videographer to capture the event
This year, four Canadian choreographers have collaborated to give voice and movement to a unique work that embodies and celebrates Canada’s diversity and artistic identity. Choreographers include Kimberley Cooper (Calgary), Eugene Baffoe (Winnipeg), Tracee Smith (Toronto) and Roger Sinha (Montreal).
Learn more on our website about how to join FREE dance rehearsals leading up to our June 2nd event at Yonge and Dundas Square. Bring your friends, family, and neighbors and DANCE!
Cost- FREE
http://www.nbs-enb.ca/Sharing-Dance/Sharing-Dance-Day-2017
*Mac And Cheese Festival (Toronto) (Entertain Kids On A Dime Exclusive)
6pm-11pm
Ontario Place
9455 Lakeshore Blvd. West
Toronto, ON
Talented chefs, savvy cooks and innovative food entrepreneurs will once again set the stage in Toronto to feed over 40,000 hungry fans with insanely creative versions of mac and cheese for 3 days only, June 2-4, 2017 at Ontario Place. We’re thrilled to announce that the Mac and Cheese Festival has a new name – “Black Diamond Mac and Cheese Festival” which is now one of Toronto’s biggest food festivals.
Teams will be competing to win Catelli’s People’s Choice Award and the $5,000 cash prize. There will be over 50 variations of mac and cheese to try this year! Kick back and relax in our lounge or catch a ride on our trackless train touring Ontario Place! For your convenience, take our free shuttle bus from Exhibition GO Station right to the front gates which runs every 10 minutes.
Fan favourites like craft brewers, wine makers, carnival games and live entertainment will be returning! We’ve added an entire Cheese Market filled with free cheese tastings, a massive Kids Village (featuring Reptilia, Medieval Times, Bricks 4 Kids and more), marshmallow fire pits, a gaming zone, a merchant marketplace and lounges. It’s a free family-friendly event that has something for everyone.
Make sure to visit the Entertain Kids On A Dime Pavilion for some family fun!
Family Details Of The Event can be found HERE
All ticket holders get access into the festival 1 hour before it opens each day, entrance line-by pass and 1 free VitaCoco drink!
June 2, 2017: 7pm-11pm (6pm Access for ALL ticket holders)
June 3, 2017: 1pm-11pm (12pm Access for ALL ticket holders)
June 4, 2017: 1pm-7pm (12pm Access for ALL ticket holders)
Sign up online to receive your FREE admission ticket which includes entrance line bypass!
http://www.macandcheesefestival.eventbrite.com
*Harry Potter Party (Waterloo)
2:30pm-4pm
Waterloo Public Library
35 Albert Street
Waterloo, ON
Did you know that June marks the 20th anniversary of the publication of the first Harry Potter book? To celebrate 20 years of Potter and the gang, we are going to have a special Harry Potter themed party.
Drop by the Main Library and join us for Potter trivia, games, crafts, and more! Special giveaways will be awarded to anyone who dresses up for the party.
Learn more at http://bit.ly/2ocLSZe
*Ribfest (Pickering)
12pm-11pmn
Esplanade Park (Behind Pickering City Hall)
Pickering, ON
10th annual event
10 reasons to come
Free music
Durham Buskerfest
Video game arcade
more food choices
special mystic drumz kids show
cool scientists in school workshop
kids water bubble inflatables
Canada 150 theme
spectacular busker fire shows
**SATURDAY, June 3, 2017**
* Family Favourites Movie (All Over Ontario)
11am
Cineplex Movie Theatres
Various Locations
Movie: Miss Peregrine’s Home For Peculiar Children
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.
*York Region Family Pride (Richmond Hill)
12pm-4pm
Town Park
43 Church St South
Richmond Hill, ON
York Region Family Pride provides families with a fun and welcoming safe space where you can teach your kids about inclusion and the diversity in sexual orientation and gender identity and expression.
– Bouncy castle
– Crafts
– Games
– DJ Dance Party at 1 PM and 3 PM
– Doo Doo the Clown show @ 1:30 PM
(As seen on Treehouse TV)
– Magic of Aaron Matthews show @ 2:00 PM
(As seen on YTV)
– LGBTQ-friendly vendors
– And MORE!
It’s fun for the whole family!
Family Pride is an official Stand Proud York Region initiative hosted by Pflag Canada York Region, with support from the Town of Richmond Hill.
www.facebook.com/events/1912914578978753/
*Food Truck Festival (Woodbridge)
Boyd Park
8739 Islington Ave
Woodbridge, ON
Up to 20 Food Trucks,
Multiple Activities can include inflatables, bubble soccer, archery tag and other outdoor games,
Soccer Tournaments,
Exotic Italian Cars,
TFC guest appearances,
Music and fun for the whole family.
sonia.vsp2@gmail.com
*Unionville Festival (Markham)
Unionville Main Street
Unionville, ON
Join us June 3 and 4 to celebrate our beautiful heritage village in the heart of York Region. From muskets and marching bands to music, dance and hands-on fun for all ages, the whole community comes out. Jump into the FunZone. Cheer Krazy Kraft racers. Ride the York-Durham Heritage Train. Shop and eat at unique stores, restaurants and pubs, plus craft and food vendors. Refresh at the Bavarian Rock ‘n’ Roll Garden, and marvel at fireworks Saturday night (conditions permitting). On Sunday, participate in or cheer on the Funky 5K run and 2K walk (raising funds for Markham Stouffville Hospital) before heading to the Millennium Bandstand for hours of activities with BeFit and up to Crosby Park for amazing games at Family Fun Day. This is our 48th Festival, bigger and better than ever. Event details appear on the website. See you in Unionville!
*June Weekends (Scarborough)
12pm-4pm
Scarborough Museum
1007 Brimley Road
Scarborough, ON
Kickstart your summer at Scarborough Museum! Dive into world games and activities for all ages in preparation for Canadian Multiculturalism Day celebrations on June 27.
Admission is Pay What You Can
http://www.toronto.ca/museum-events
*Customer Appreciation Day (Toronto)
10:30am-4pm
Agincourt Library
155 Bonis Ave
Toronto, ON
Agincourt Library is pleased to invite each of you to our annual Customer Appreciation Day!
The day will be filled with a variety of activities to celebrate and showcase the newly renovated spaces and new services at the Agincourt District Library.
Highlights include: Book sale; branch tours through the new Digital Innovation Hub and expanded Teen Space; a range of diverse programs for many ages and interests; musical performers and much more!
Join us! Drop-in, no registration needed
*Mac And Cheese Festival (Toronto) (Entertain Kids On A Dime Exclusive)
12pm-11pm
Ontario Place
9455 Lakeshore Blvd. West
Toronto, ON
Talented chefs, savvy cooks and innovative food entrepreneurs will once again set the stage in Toronto to feed over 40,000 hungry fans with insanely creative versions of mac and cheese for 3 days only, June 2-4, 2017 at Ontario Place. We’re thrilled to announce that the Mac and Cheese Festival has a new name – “Black Diamond Mac and Cheese Festival” which is now one of Toronto’s biggest food festivals.
Teams will be competing to win Catelli’s People’s Choice Award and the $5,000 cash prize. There will be over 50 variations of mac and cheese to try this year! Kick back and relax in our lounge or catch a ride on our trackless train touring Ontario Place! For your convenience, take our free shuttle bus from Exhibition GO Station right to the front gates which runs every 10 minutes.
Fan favourites like craft brewers, wine makers, carnival games and live entertainment will be returning! We’ve added an entire Cheese Market filled with free cheese tastings, a massive Kids Village (featuring Reptilia, Medieval Times, Bricks 4 Kids and more), marshmallow fire pits, a gaming zone, a merchant marketplace and lounges. It’s a free family-friendly event that has something for everyone.
Make sure to visit the Entertain Kids On A Dime Pavilion for some family fun!
Family Details Of The Event can be found HERE
All ticket holders get access into the festival 1 hour before it opens each day, entrance line-by pass and 1 free VitaCoco drink!
June 2, 2017: 7pm-11pm (6pm Access for ALL ticket holders)
June 3, 2017: 1pm-11pm (12pm Access for ALL ticket holders)
June 4, 2017: 1pm-7pm (12pm Access for ALL ticket holders)
Sign up online to receive your FREE admission ticket which includes entrance line bypass!
http://www.macandcheesefestival.eventbrite.com
*Kid’s Coin Collecting Workshop (Toronto) (FREE)
10:15am-11:15pm
Toronto Reference Library
789 Yonge Street
Toronto, ON
Kids, Join us at the Toronto Coin Expo for our FREE Educational Workshop & Auction, and learn what collecting is all about.
A workshop for the young (and young at heart!) who want to learn more about what beginners can collect. We will also see how chocolate coins are made, which are “strikingly” similar to how the Mint makes coins! Chocolate coins (as well as real ones) will be available to sort into your collection. Free to young collectors in attendance at the Coin Expo!
As a new addition this year, there will be a fun-filled auction for the younger numismatics. The numismatic auction is only for young collectors using school play money to buy real items!
IT IS A FUN INTERACTIVE PRESENTATION AND A MUST ATTEND!!
Reserve your spot today! (recommended for kids 8+)
Cost- Free
*Downtown Street Festival (Milton)
12pm-11:30pm
Main Street
Main Street
Milton, ON
Free family oriented festival with live entertainment, kidz zone, vendors and much more.
Cost: FREE
Free and extended transit service all routes in Milton as well as to/from festival 7:10am – 1am.
http://www.downtownmiltonstreetfestival.ca
*Feathered Friends Festival (Oshawa)
10am-3pm
General Motors of Canada Headquarters
1908 Colonel Sam Drive
Oshawa, ON
Friends of Second Marsh in partnership with General Motors of Canada will be hosting a Feathered Friends Festival at General Motors of Canada head-quarters overlooking the McLaughlin Bay Wildlife Reserve and Second Marsh Wildlife Area in Oshawa.
This event is a festival celebrating the return of migratory birds with a live bird show, hikes, crafts and activities. New for this year, we will be including bees, butterflies and bats as part of this festival. There will be no cost to attend this event. Event will run rain or shine. Volunteers needed for this event.
No dogs permitted at the festival and it is a smoke free environment.
http://secondmarsh.outdoorontario.ca
**SUNDAY, June 4, 2017**
*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
*June Weekends (Scarborough)
12pm-4pm
Scarborough Museum
1007 Brimley Road
Scarborough, ON
Kickstart your summer at Scarborough Museum! Dive into world games and activities for all ages in preparation for Canadian Multiculturalism Day celebrations on June 27.
Admission is Pay What You Can
http://www.toronto.ca/museum-events
*Mac And Cheese Festival (Toronto) (Entertain Kids On A Dime Exclusive)
6pm-7pm
Ontario Place
9455 Lakeshore Blvd. West
Toronto, ON
Talented chefs, savvy cooks and innovative food entrepreneurs will once again set the stage in Toronto to feed over 40,000 hungry fans with insanely creative versions of mac and cheese for 3 days only, June 2-4, 2017 at Ontario Place. We’re thrilled to announce that the Mac and Cheese Festival has a new name – “Black Diamond Mac and Cheese Festival” which is now one of Toronto’s biggest food festivals.
Teams will be competing to win Catelli’s People’s Choice Award and the $5,000 cash prize. There will be over 50 variations of mac and cheese to try this year! Kick back and relax in our lounge or catch a ride on our trackless train touring Ontario Place! For your convenience, take our free shuttle bus from Exhibition GO Station right to the front gates which runs every 10 minutes.
Fan favourites like craft brewers, wine makers, carnival games and live entertainment will be returning! We’ve added an entire Cheese Market filled with free cheese tastings, a massive Kids Village (featuring Reptilia, Medieval Times, Bricks 4 Kids and more), marshmallow fire pits, a gaming zone, a merchant marketplace and lounges. It’s a free family-friendly event that has something for everyone.
Make sure to visit the Entertain Kids On A Dime Pavilion for some family fun!
Family Details Of The Event can be found HERE
All ticket holders get access into the festival 1 hour before it opens each day, entrance line-by pass and 1 free VitaCoco drink!
June 2, 2017: 7pm-11pm (6pm Access for ALL ticket holders)
June 3, 2017: 1pm-11pm (12pm Access for ALL ticket holders)
June 4, 2017: 1pm-7pm (12pm Access for ALL ticket holders)
Sign up online to receive your FREE admission ticket which includes entrance line bypass!
http://www.macandcheesefestival.eventbrite.com
*Scotiabank Better Together Bed Race (Toronto)
12pm-5pm
Mississauga Celebration Square
300 City Centre Drive (across from Square One Shopping Centre)
Mississauga, ON
Join us on Sunday, June 4, 2017 where thousands of Mississauga community members will cheer on our bed racers and enjoy our fun festival in support of Trillium Health Partners.
Apart from bed racing, this fun-filled day will include live music, dancers, food, attractions, games and giveaways for all ages! Be sure to visit us at trilliumbedrace.ca for our list of attractions throughout the day! The Scotiabank Better Together Bed Race promises to be a day of fun for everyone!
Be part of the excitement while 20 teams comprised of corporations, hospital staff and community teams race their custom-decorated beds through Mississauga Celebration Square as they compete for fastest bed to win the coveted golden Bed Pan Trophy.
Festivities are from 12-5 p.m. With every $5 donation, participants receive a festivities wristband to experience all the family fun we have to offer! Park admission is FREE.
Cost -Free, donations
*Imagine In The Park Children’s Arts Festival (Hamilton) (FREE)
11am-6pm
Gage Park
1000 Main St E
Hamilton, ON
Imagine In The Park is a free children’s art festival. We offer hands-on workshops held by local artists in all forms of the Arts- music, dance, literature, crafts- like felting, screen printing etc. and more. This will be our 7th year hosting the festival, and we welcome you and your family to join us Saturday, June 3rd at Gage Park.
We have food trucks available, local service organisations, face painting, a magic show and more! Also, children receive a new book donated by Frontier College!
This year, we are operating under the theme of PROUD TO BE CANADIAN and so, we have some extra special guests joining us. We have an Aboriginal dance group, an English/ French storyteller and author and Derek Douglas- illustrator of Canada: Our Road to Democracy children’s book!
https://imagineinthepark.wordpress.com
*Kite Festival (Burlington)
11am-4pm
Brant Hills Community Centre and Park
2255 Brant Street
Burlington, ON
Celebrate diversity and let fun take flight! Join us for the 26th annual Kite Festival! Free kite building materials are available (while supplies last), as well as activities and entertainment.
http://www.burlington.ca/en/live-and-play/kite-festival.asp
CONTEST: Win 2 Seasons Passes To Wonderland
Parent Tested Parent Approved (PTPA) is giving away 2 Adults Seasons Passes to one lucky family!
Here is the information below:
TO BE ENTERED INTO THE DRAW (You will need Facebook)
1) Follow The Steps On The Picture Below, by clicking on the “Sign Up To Our News Letter.” You can also get extra entries for “Referring Friends.”
Win 1 of 2 Canada’s Wonderland Passes
2) Join My Facebook Group
(If you are not in my Facebook group, here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/entertainkidsonadime/)
3) Once you have completed steps 1-& 2, you will write “PTPA” into the comment thread of my “Official” Contest post from my Facebook Group wall.
(If you are already in her group, skip this step)
The post is Pinned to the top of my page (on a mobile phone you must click on “Pinned Post” to view this).
(YOU MUST COMPLETE ALL STEPS ABOVE TO BE ENTERED INTO THE CONTEST)
THE PRIZE:
Two Adult Seasons Passes to Canada’s Wonderland.
Contest Details: The contest closes on Wednsday, June 7, 2017 at 6pm. The winner will be announced that night. The prize winner will be contacted through Facebook (so check your “others” folder).
*You must live in the Province of Ontario, Canada to enter.
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We’ve got a panel of expert bloggers writing about everything from stay-at-home adventures to deals on fabulous products. An online catalog of winning products, as selected by parents just like you.
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FOLDING WAGON DEAL: $40 OFF
My Neighbour’s Company Backyard Lifestyles is giving me a great deal to share with all of you!
Get $40 Off Your Wagon
Regular Price: $199.99
*Sale Price: $159.99
TWO WAYS TO ORDER:
1) Pick Up In Woodbridge
This avoids you paying the shipping cost.
To reserve your wagon, call 905-761-8930 (during business hours), quote the code: EKOAD, and plan your pick up date.
Pick up location is:
71 Innovation Drive, Unit #5
Woodbridge, Ontario, L4H 0S3
2) Order The Wagon Online
There will be a shipping cost.
To order this wagon, go to: http://www.mybackyardshop.com/products/?id=681
Put the code: EKOAD
Wagon Features
• High quality
• Folds nicely to store in your car or garage
• Insert is removable and washing machine safe
• Canopy to protect from the sun
• 150-pound weight capacity
• Storage space
*THERE ARE ONLY 30 LEFT!
He is waiting for a new shipment which will be coming in a few weeks.
Any Questions? Feel free to Contact Me HERE
Mac And Cheese Fest: Everything You Need To Know
Want to bring your families down to the Mac And Cheese Fest but are unsure what to expect? That’s where I come in. I am here to make sure you have a wonderful time with your family and I can help you budget your visit.
HOW DOES IT WORK?
• SIGNING UP
It is not mandatory, but I recommend getting your Free Admission Tickets online. It gets you in the park at opening time, bypasses the Admission line faster, and you get a free VitaCoco drink.
Here is where you can sign up for the free tickets: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2017-mac-and-cheese-festival-tickets-34233464213
• LOCATION
Ontario Place: West Island (955 Lake Shore Blvd. West)
• PARKING
Parking Cost
The cost of parking is $3.25 for 30 minutes or $25 for a full day.
Closed Parking Lot
Lot #1 is situated right under a set of stairs which leads you right to the bridge.
If Lot #1 is full, the next closest place to park is Lot #2.
• GO STATION
The Mac And Cheese Festival has a FREE shuttle bus to and from The Exhibition GO Station! This runs every ten minutes.
• COSTS TO EXPECT
While entrance admission and the stage entertainment are free, there are some costs. Here are the costs so your family can budget wisely for the weekend.
The Mac And Cheese Fest is unique with payment.
When you arrive, you will purchase your tokens. It’s $15 for your first 10 tokens and then $10 for 10 tokens after that. Your paying family member will receive a stamp after the first 10 tokens, so they can get the $10 for 10 for any purchases after this. The tokens will be your “money” for the event.
There will be stations all throughout the event where you can purchase more tokens.
Food Costs on average range from 2-9 tokens depending on the size and type of Mac And Cheese you buy.
ENTERTAIN KIDS PAVILION
The Entertain Kids On A Dime Pavilion is a 4,000 square foot white building you will see when you come in from the entrance bridge.
The cost to enter this building is 5 tokens PER person. Kids under 2 are FREE.
Each paying Adult And Child will get a wrist band.
Adults are also encouraged to have fun and participate in the building activities as well!
Each person with a wrist band will receive a FREE box of Annie’s Organic Mac And Cheese!
What your wrist band covers
• 2 Bouncy Castle (Outdoor)
• The Entertain Kids Pavilion (Indoor)
WHAT’S IN THE PAVILION
• Medieval Times (Saturday & Sunday Between 1-4)
The real knights from the show will be there to greet your family. We encourage you to take photos with them.
• Reptilia
The amazing zoo keepers from Reptilia will be showcasing their scaled friends. You will get a chance to come and pet the animals. How brave are you?
• Joy Tween Spa (Friday & Saturday Only)
Get your nails done and be ready to strut your stuff and show off your fun polish from Joy Tween Spa.
• Bricks 4 Kidz
Get your creative minds ready to build different creations with the staff from Bricks 4 Kidz.
• Melon Head Hair (Friday Only)
Get your hair coloured with safe wash out spray. Try a rainbow of colours and glitter! Just have fun with it!
• PVP Sports (Saturday & Sunday Only)
Practice your skills shooting down some cans using bows and soft arrows.
• Minikinz (Sunday Only)
Coming from the Polynesian island of Motunui, you will get meet the amazing Princess Moana.
• Floof
It’s white and fluffy like a cloud. Walk up to our large standing sandbox and see how high you can build your masterpiece.
• Pop Events
You will be excited to get an amazing glitter tattoo on your arm. It will be an amazing reminder of your special day.
• Bounce Entertainment
Your family will be enjoying some great tunes by Bounce Entertainment, who are an awesome DJ Company!
• Games
* Foosball Table (Sponsored by: The Phone App BEHAVE & BEHAVE BUDDY)
* Air Hockey Table (Sponsored by: PASCALE- DI POCE LAW)
* Arcade Basketball (Sponsored by: PANDA MANDARIN)
* Putting Green (Sponsored by: ME REAL ESTATE)
* Giant Jenga (Sponsored by: CLICK THE MOUSE)
* Giant Connect 4 (Sponsored by: LIL MISS DRESS UP)
* A Few Other Activities (not listed) will be added to the event.
* Please make sure your kids are supervised while inside the building.
On Saturday and Sunday, RUGCUTTERZ DANZ ARTZ will be showcasing their amazing competitive dancers on the main stage! Hopefully you will get to see it.
Cost List Breakdown
• Park Admission: Free
• Parking: Up to $25
• Entertain Kids Pavilion & Inflatables: 5 Tokens PER Person
• Climb On Pirate Ship: 1 Token PER Person
• Ride The Train: 2 Tokens PER Person
• Ferris Wheel & Cars Ride: Cost Unknown
Food Options
•One vendor will be offering a gluten free mac and cheese option.
•There are other food options besides mac and cheese.
•You can purchase freshly popped popcorn, beverages, and jumbo freezies inside the pavilion. You can pay cash or tokens.
How To Avoid Crowds
•ARRIVE EARLY!
Arriving early ensures that you are not waiting in long lines and walking through crowds.
To be early arrive just before these times.
Friday: 6pm
Saturday: 12pm
Sunday: 12pm
If you have any further questions, you can Contact Me HERE...
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE STILL AVAILABLE
I have some amazing sponsorship opportunities for two massive upcoming festivals at Ontario Place.
Two opportunities that are left:
•Sponsorship of an inflatable Castle.
•Put a business card or post card flyer in up to 5,000 swag bags.
If you are interested in more information, Contact Me HERE…
VOLUNTEERS WANTED
We are looking for Adults or Teenage Volunteers to work with kids inside the indoor gaming Pavilion and to run two outdoor inflatables for two upcoming festivals at Ontario Place.
This is great for teens looking for community hours.
You can work anywhere from 1 day to 6 days.
If you or your teen can participate, please Contact Me HERE…
I am so excited to announce that I am creating a fun Pavilion for Adults & Kids, for two upcoming large festivals coming this June at Ontario Place.
The Mac & Cheese festival is now running in it’s third year! They are the world’s largest Mac & Cheese Festival.
The BBQ Eats festival is a new event and will be showcasing ethnic bbq flavours from around the world.
I will be running the indoor gaming zone for both events. For five tokens each, you can buy the wristbands, and can access all of these activities.
We have some amazing Companies working with us to make this magical for the families. Some of them include: The Medieval Times Knights, Bricks 4 Kidz, Reptilia, A tween spa, a Floof Sandbox, and more!
Below are the dates and times for each festival!
Make sure to order your FREE admission tickets online (so you can attend an hour earlier than the festival starts)!
COME VISIT AND HAVE FAMILY FUN AND ENJOY INCREDIBLE FOOD BY MASTER CHEFS!
Mac & Cheese Festival 2017 (June 2- June 4)
Location: Ontario Place (West Island)
955 Lake Shore Blvd. West
Toronto, ON
Kids Zone Hours of Operation
Friday, June 2: 6pm-11pm
Saturday, June 3: 12pm-11pm
Sunday, June 4: 12pm-7pm
http://macandcheesefestival.ca
Get Your FREE Admission Tickets HERE
BBQ Eats Festival 2017 (June 9-June 11)
Location: Ontario Place (West Island)
955 Lake Shore Blvd. West
Toronto, ON
Kids Zone Hours of Operation
Friday, June 9: 6pm-11pm
Saturday, June 10: 12pm-11pm
Sunday, June 11: 12pm-7pm
http://bbqeatsfestival.com
Get Your Free Admission Tickets HERE
SPONSORSHIP OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE FOR BOTH EVENTS!
Sponsorship Opportunities are still available for these events. I have some great options to help spread awareness about your Company.
This opportunity is great if you have a product or service that targets kids or parents. This is also great for insurance brokers, real estate agents, dentists, doctors, travel agents, car dealerships, RESP’s and other Companies that are looking to spread awareness to families.
For More Information about sponsorship, Contact Me HERE…
**FRIDAY, May 26, 2017**
*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
*Ribfest (Newmarket)
213 Harry Walker Parkway South
Newmarket, ON
The Rib Fest Experience
Northern Heat Rib Series events are fun for a group of friends or the whole family. With events across Southern Ontario, you can always rely on us to bring you the BEST BBQ and food festival experience!
NEW for 2017 is our Craft Beer Market which features some of Ontario’s top craft brewers: Flying Monkeys, Barnstormer Brewing, Iconic Brewing, Highlander Brewing, Naughty Otter, Beaus Brewing + MORE
BEST BBQ in CANADA + LIVE MUSIC + CRAFT BEER MARKET + CARNIVAL GAMES + FOOD/DESSERT VENDORS + FREE ADMISSION!
*Barbados on the Water (Toronto)
Harbourfront
235 Queens Quay
Toronto, ON
Harbourfront Centre celebrates Barbados’ Salute to Canada’s 150th with the largest festival of Barbadian culture in Canada!
This year, celebrate Canada with music, fashion, literary events and children’s activities – all for free. Don’t miss the rum tasting and plenty of music to dance the night away!
http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com/festivals/barbadosonthewater/index.cfm
*Waterfront Festival (Barrie) (Free Admission)
Heritage Park
5 Simcoe St.
Barrie, ON
Annual spring line-up will present live bands from a variety of genres. For your added enjoyment, free outdoor entertainment will be brought to the table: street buskers, a midway with rides, face painting, street vendors, fresh food, treats, contests and food trucks.
Don’t miss this weekend with your family; eat, drink and have fun while sharing in Barrie’s terrific community spirit.
Event Time: Friday: 5pm – 10pm; Saturday: Noon – 10pm; Sunday: Noon – 6pm
Admission: Free
**SATURDAY, MAY 27, 2017**
* Family Favourites Movie (All Over Ontario)
11am
Cineplex Movie Theatres
Various Locations
Movie: STORKS
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.
*Mom 2 Mom Sale (Woodbridge)
9am-12pm
Vellore Village Community Centre
1 Villa Royale Ave
Woodbridge, ON
Annual Event, Shop from 100+ moms selling gently used and sometimes new baby & kid items, indoor, rain or shine, please join us to Shop, Support and Socialize with your community. Chance to win a $250 Vaughan Mills gift card, meet Princess Poppy the Troll (mascot) and recieve a mini manicure courtesy of Glama Gals Vaughan with special rainbow nail accent. Free balloons for first 100 kids and mom swag bag for first 100 moms. Please join us! $3 entrance fee donated entirely to our 2017 Charity partner, Jordana’s Rainbows.
*Geofest at Kortright (Vaughan)
Kortright Centre for Conservation
9550 Pine Valley Drive
Woodbridge, ON
Meet other geocachers, find hidden geocaches on the Kortright property. Also enjoy a beginner GPS workshop and more.
Space is limited and advanced reservations are required.
Adults $6.50 and seniors $5.50. Children 15 and under are free. Parking is $4.00.
*York Region Family Fun Day (Richmond Hill)
10am-3pm
York Region Operations Maintenance and Storage Facility
55 Orlando Avenue
Richmond Hill, ON
A free, family-friendly open house with indoor and outdoor interactive displays for all ages, face painting, crafts and inflatable slide for kids, charity BBQ to benefit 360 kids, ride the Viva bus through the bus wash, free personal shredding with donation to 360 kids, free mulch with cash donation to 360 kids, enter to win one of two Presto cards, a rain barrel with diverter and a York Region Paramedic prize bag.
*Ribfest (Newmarket)
213 Harry Walker Parkway South
Newmarket, ON
The Rib Fest Experience
Northern Heat Rib Series events are fun for a group of friends or the whole family. With events across Southern Ontario, you can always rely on us to bring you the BEST BBQ and food festival experience!
NEW for 2017 is our Craft Beer Market which features some of Ontario’s top craft brewers: Flying Monkeys, Barnstormer Brewing, Iconic Brewing, Highlander Brewing, Naughty Otter, Beaus Brewing + MORE
BEST BBQ in CANADA + LIVE MUSIC + CRAFT BEER MARKET + CARNIVAL GAMES + FOOD/DESSERT VENDORS + FREE ADMISSION!
*May Weekends (Scarborough)
12pm-4pm
Scarborough Museum
1007 Brimley Road
Scarborough, ON
Tea time? Yes please. Pop up tea parties on the lawn as well as fun historic tea facts highlighted all month long.
Admission is Pay What You Can
http://www.toronto.ca/museum-events
*Food Truck Festival (Scarborough)
11am-7pm
University of Toronto Scarborough, Parking Lot H
1265 Military Trail
Scarborough, ON
The 2nd annual Scarborough Food Truck Festival is taking place at the University of Toronto’s Scarborough Campus.
If the food wasn’t enticing enough, there’s a wealth of talent and entertainment to round out a fantastic day with the family. Put on your dancing shoes as we listen to local musicians. And bring the kids, because Edward the Juggler, Twinkles the Clown and Reptilia will be on site all day to put a smile on everyone’s faces at an event that promises to be not only a boost to local community programs, but also fun for the entire family as well.
Cost – Free!
http://www.esbgc.org/2017/04/scarborough-food-truck-festival-back/dn
*Doors Open (North York) (FREE)
Black Creek Pioneer Village
1000 Murray Ross Parkway
Toronto, ON
In partnership with Doors Open presented by Great Gulf you can come and enjoy a look behind some of the oldest doors in Toronto!
*Doors Open High Park Nature Centre (Toronto) (FREE)
10am-5pm
High Park Nature Centre
375 Colborne Lodge Drive
Toronto, ON
Join us during Doors Open Toronto! Explore the fascinating history and architecture of the Forest School on a self-guided tour. High Park Nature Centre staff will be available to answer any questions about the heritage building, or the centre’s programming. The Nature Centre’s outdoor classroom will also be open for tours, and participants can plant a native species to help the teaching garden grow!
The event runs from 10am – 5pm both days, last admittance is at 4:30pm
*Doors Open (Toronto)(FREE)
Multiple Locations
Toronto, ON
The 18th annual Doors Open Toronto presented by Great Gulf returns on May 27 and 28, 2017. This year’s theme is “15 Decades of Canadian Architecture”, in honour of Canada’s 150th birthday.
Doors Open Toronto features 150 buildings representing each decade since the 1860s, as well as a collection of buildings from the pre-Confederation era. The theme shines light on the evolution of Canadian architecture, with a special focus on Centennial-period buildings and architects from the 1960s.
An exciting program of free Walking Tours will reference the stories and history of Toronto’s many neighbourhoods, both in a historical and a contemporary sense. Other offerings in this year’s Doors Open Toronto include the “OpenInsights” speaker series, with talks on topics such as the identity of current Canadian architecture, as well as special programs and more than 40 new participants in the building lineup.
http://www.toronto.ca/doorsopen
*WOOFSTOCK (Toronto)
10am-6pm
Woodbine Park
Coxwell & Eastern Ave
Toronto, ON
Woofstock is the largest outdoor festival for dogs in North America.
*Barbados on the Water (Toronto)
Harbourfront
235 Queens Quay
Toronto, ON
Harbourfront Centre celebrates Barbados’ Salute to Canada’s 150th with the largest festival of Barbadian culture in Canada!
This year, celebrate Canada with music, fashion, literary events and children’s activities – all for free. Don’t miss the rum tasting and plenty of music to dance the night away!
http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com/festivals/barbadosonthewater/index.cfm
*Public Works Family Fun Day (Mississauga)
10am-3pm
Celebration Square
300 City Centre Drive
Mississauga, ON
Do you know what it takes to keep the city moving each day?
Join us for Family Fun Day – a celebration of National Public Works Week. This year we are featuring ArtWorkX, an event that merges art and infrastructure into one.
2017 Event Highlights
– Put on some safety gear and have your family photo taken at our photo booth.
– Take a guided bus tour of the Mississauga Transitway.
– Learn more about stormwater and enjoy our Blooming Raingarden.
– Watch live art demonstrations.
– See a rescue display by Mississauga Fire and Emergency Services.
– Enter the Kids’ Passport Challenge for a chance to win a gift card.
– Enjoy our bounce castle, or play soccer baseball or basketball in our sports dome.
– Buy a burger to support Engineers Without Borders.
– Munch on some free popcorn.
•Carassauga (Mississauga)
Streetsville Legion – Streetsville Overseas Veterans’ Club RCL Branch 139
101 Church Street,
Mississauga, ON
For kids & the whole family: Little Buckaroos, Hockey Circus, Captain Canuck
Kitchen Party Band: The Screeched Inn
Tribute Band: The Summer of 69
Our Co-Host: Heritage Mississauga
All weekend long: Live Music, Historical Re-Enactments, Traditional Dance, Heritage Exhibits,
Storytelling, Costume displays, Food & Craft vendors, Kids Activities
Great food & drinks at the Coast to Coast sampler featuring
Alberta Beef, Bannock, Butter Tarts, Maple treats, Poutine, Jiggs Dinner,
A great picnic area & patio , with a beer tent/cash bar, our air conditioned Club Room and much much more!
Advance tickets available at the Clubroom Bar or see http://www.carassauga.com/visitorinformation/buy-passport/
*Whitevale Festival (Whitevale/Pickering)
8am-6pm
Whitevale Park
Whitevale Road
Whitevale, ON
We invite you to help us celebrate our Village in the Valley on historic Whitevale Road. Come and revel with us in our abundant natural and cultural heritage. Share glimpses of vintage Ontario living.
Our Community-wide Garage Sale kicks off at 8 am in the Church Yard with vintage finds for the early birds. Follow the wonderful aroma of freshly baked goodies to our legendary Bake Sale in the centre of town featuring our villagers’ home-made pastries, pies, cakes and breads.
Our Parade will make its way through town at about 10 am featuring Whitevale’s Festival Princess.
The Church Yard is the site of events throughout the day. The Souvlaki Gourmet will serve delectable Greek specialties along with burgers and dogs. Enjoy tea and goodies in the Tea Garden.
The Whitevale Arts and Culture Centre will offer Kids’ craft sessions along with an exhibit of old photos of the Whitevale School as well as information and sketches describing our Canada150 mural project. Craft displays by our local artists will be on view throughout the village. Find a favourite title at our well-stocked Book Fair.
At Whitevale Park a world of activities await for visitors of all ages. Local musicians will be featured throughout the day on our Festival Stage. The celebrated Motus O Dance Company will present “From Fair & Wide, Oh Canada,” a physical theatre work 15 minutes in length combining spoken word, dance, music and song, commemorating Canada’s 150-year history.
At our Hospitality Beer Garden quench your thirst with beer and wine. Vendors will offer a wide assortment of creative crafts and food items. Children can join us for Games in the Park throughout the day, including the Corky Duck Race. Our Petting Zoo is always a hit with kids who enjoy the interaction with an assortment of farm animals. Watch a sheep being sheared! Have your face painted. And more!
Mark your calendars for Saturday, May 27th. Join us for a Family Day in the Country!
writer@triciamccallum.com
*Parkrun 009 (Whitby)
8:45am-10:15am
Brooklin Memorial Park & Fairgrounds (park at Luther Vipond Arena)
67 Winchester Rd, Whitby, ON L1M 1B4
Whitby, ON
Parkrun organise free, weekly, 5km timed runs around the world.
They are open to everyone, free, and are safe and easy to take part in.
These events take place in pleasant parkland surroundings and we encourage people of every ability to take part; from those taking their first steps in running to Olympians; from juniors to those with more experience; we welcome you all.
*May Court Festival (Whitby)
11am-3pm
Trafalgar Castle School
401 Reynolds Street
Whitby, ON
Celebrated since 1907, Trafalgar Castle School’s May Court Festival is one of Whitby’s oldest
and most celebrated traditions. Guests are immersed in the school’s wonderful diversity
through varied cultural dances and international food as they gather together to welcome the
spring season and observe the official crowning of the May Queen and her Court.
The public is invited to the annual May Court Festival, which includes local vendors, a strawberry social; horse-drawn carriage rides; dunk tank; and food.
*Mackenzie Park Opening (Oshawa)
10am-3pm
Mackenzie Park Open
1234 Mackenzie Drive
Oshawa, ON
Mackenzie Park’s annual community event! Fun and activities for the whole family!!
Activities include: a BBQ, French fries, sno cones, jumping castle, joust, photo booth, games and much more!!
*Rose of Durham Community Picnic (Oshawa)
11am-3pm
Memorial Park, (corner of John Street/Centre Street)
Oshawa, ON
Family friendly event in support of the Rose of Durham
• Food service provided by Lakeview Burger (fees apply)
• Musical entertainment by the Legault Trio (11 a.m., 12 noon, 1 p.m.)
• Animals by Hands on Exotics
• Face painting by Sunflower the Clown
• Glitter tattoos by Glitz n’ Glam
• Character visits and photo booth by Enchanted Castle
• Inflatables, games, potting project, crafts, more!
New this year!
• Family yoga/meditation demonstration by the Art of Wellness (1:30 p.m.)
• Cupcake decorating
*Kid’s Day International (Georgina)
12pm-3pm
Kid’s Day International-Georgina 2017
Simcoe Mews Plaza, 204 Simcoe Ave.
Kerswick, ON
Kid’s Day-Georgina 2017 is being hosted by Dr. Bob Pike and Pike Chiropractic. KDI is an international health, safety and environmental awareness day for children. This event will be hosted by chiropractors in hundreds of cities on the same day, at the same time, throughout the world. Our local law enforcement will be on hand to provide fingerprinting and child identification cards for the kids. The local fire department will be providing fire prevention and safety information. There will be car seat safety, bicycle safety, internet safety and local experts on environmental awareness in Georgina.There will be free health and spinal posture screenings and drug awareness information. The event is free to the whole community and benefits the Georgina Cares Fund. There will be food, characters, balloons and fun for all Georgina’s families.
905 476-6475
*Waterfront Festival (Barrie) (Free Admission)
Heritage Park
5 Simcoe St.
Barrie, ON
Annual spring line-up will present live bands from a variety of genres. For your added enjoyment, free outdoor entertainment will be brought to the table: street buskers, a midway with rides, face painting, street vendors, fresh food, treats, contests and food trucks.
Don’t miss this weekend with your family; eat, drink and have fun while sharing in Barrie’s terrific community spirit.
Event Time: Friday: 5pm – 10pm; Saturday: Noon – 10pm; Sunday: Noon – 6pm
Admission: Free
**SUNDAY, MAY 28, 2017**
*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
*Geofest at Kortright (Vaughan)
Kortright Centre for Conservation
9550 Pine Valley Drive
Woodbridge, ON
Meet other geocachers, find hidden geocaches on the Kortright property. Also enjoy a beginner GPS workshop and more.
Space is limited and advanced reservations are required.
Adults $6.50 and seniors $5.50. Children 15 and under are free. Parking is $4.00.
*Ribfest (Newmarket)
213 Harry Walker Parkway South
Newmarket, ON
The Rib Fest Experience
Northern Heat Rib Series events are fun for a group of friends or the whole family. With events across Southern Ontario, you can always rely on us to bring you the BEST BBQ and food festival experience!
NEW for 2017 is our Craft Beer Market which features some of Ontario’s top craft brewers: Flying Monkeys, Barnstormer Brewing, Iconic Brewing, Highlander Brewing, Naughty Otter, Beaus Brewing + MORE
BEST BBQ in CANADA + LIVE MUSIC + CRAFT BEER MARKET + CARNIVAL GAMES + FOOD/DESSERT VENDORS + FREE ADMISSION!
*April Weekends (Scarborough)
12pm-4pm
Scarborough Museum
1007 Brimley Road
Scarborough, ON
Tea time? Yes please. Pop up tea parties on the lawn as well as fun historic tea facts highlighted all month long.
Admission is Pay What You Can
http://www.toronto.ca/museum-events
*Doors Open (North York) (FREE)
Black Creek Pioneer Village
1000 Murray Ross Parkway
Toronto, ON
In partnership with Doors Open presented by Great Gulf you can come and enjoy a look behind some of the oldest doors in Toronto!
*Doors Open (Toronto) (FREE)
Multiple Locations
Toronto, ON
The 18th annual Doors Open Toronto presented by Great Gulf returns on May 27 and 28, 2017. This year’s theme is “15 Decades of Canadian Architecture”, in honour of Canada’s 150th birthday.
Doors Open Toronto features 150 buildings representing each decade since the 1860s, as well as a collection of buildings from the pre-Confederation era. The theme shines light on the evolution of Canadian architecture, with a special focus on Centennial-period buildings and architects from the 1960s.
An exciting program of free Walking Tours will reference the stories and history of Toronto’s many neighbourhoods, both in a historical and a contemporary sense. Other offerings in this year’s Doors Open Toronto include the “OpenInsights” speaker series, with talks on topics such as the identity of current Canadian architecture, as well as special programs and more than 40 new participants in the building lineup.
http://www.toronto.ca/doorsopen
*Doors Open High Park Nature Centre (Toronto) (FREE)
10am-5pm
High Park Nature Centre
375 Colborne Lodge Drive
Toronto, ON
Join us during Doors Open Toronto! Explore the fascinating history and architecture of the Forest School on a self-guided tour. High Park Nature Centre staff will be available to answer any questions about the heritage building, or the centre’s programming. The Nature Centre’s outdoor classroom will also be open for tours, and participants can plant a native species to help the teaching garden grow!
The event runs from 10am – 5pm both days, last admittance is at 4:30pm.
*Barbados on the Water (Toronto)
Harbourfront
235 Queens Quay
Toronto, ON
Harbourfront Centre celebrates Barbados’ Salute to Canada’s 150th with the largest festival of Barbadian culture in Canada!
This year, celebrate Canada with music, fashion, literary events and children’s activities – all for free. Don’t miss the rum tasting and plenty of music to dance the night away!
http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com/festivals/barbadosonthewater/index.cfm
*WOOFSTOCK (Toronto)
10am-6pm
Woodbine Park
Coxwell & Eastern Ave
Toronto, ON
Woofstock is the largest outdoor festival for dogs in North America.
*North East Fair (Oakville)
11am-5pm
1051 Glenashton Blvd
Oakville, ON
The 2nd Annual Fair in North East Oakville for all ages where the games and activities are Free!
Sunday, May 28, 2017, from 11am – 5 pm at Glenashton Park beside Iroquois Ridge Recreation Centre
REMAX Balloon, mechanical bull, photo booth, Oakville hydro bucket rides, glitter tattoos & face painting, bouncy castles, mini golf, radar baseball, games, community sponsors, food trucks and a lot more fun!!
*Mutt Strutt Fair (Milton)
10am-2pm
Victoria Park Square , next to Town Hall, Downtown Milton
100 Mary Street
Milton, ON
Join us for the annual Milton Mutt Strutt & Spring Fair in support of The Oakville Milton Humane Society. This years event will be held in the beautiful Victoria Park Square in Downtown Milton. The day will include a pledged walk for the animals,( please go to www.omhs.ca to register for the walk) a popular Silent Auction, Vendor Marketplace, Dog Agility demonstrations, and lots of FREE FUN for the entire family!!
* rain or shine
* FREE event no ticket required
* Dogs welcome – must be on leash
* Family fun
* To participate in walk please register on line www.omhs.ca
•Carassauga (Mississauga)
Streetsville Legion – Streetsville Overseas Veterans’ Club RCL Branch 139
101 Church Street,
Mississauga, ON
For kids & the whole family: Little Buckaroos, Hockey Circus, Captain Canuck
Kitchen Party Band: The Screeched Inn
Tribute Band: The Summer of 69
Our Co-Host: Heritage Mississauga
All weekend long: Live Music, Historical Re-Enactments, Traditional Dance, Heritage Exhibits,
Storytelling, Costume displays, Food & Craft vendors, Kids Activities
Great food & drinks at the Coast to Coast sampler featuring
Alberta Beef, Bannock, Butter Tarts, Maple treats, Poutine, Jiggs Dinner,
A great picnic area & patio , with a beer tent/cash bar, our air conditioned Club Room and much much more!
Advance tickets available at the Clubroom Bar or see http://www.carassauga.com/visitorinformation/buy-passport/
*Magical Beasts Party
12pm-3pm
Boston Pizza Ajax
8 Salem Rd. S.
Ajax, ON
Come and find out where the Magical Beasts are on our 150″ TV.
MEET A MAGICIAN!! Make your own wand!! Reserve your spot today
ajaxbostonpizzacrc@gmail.com
*Waterfront Festival (Barrie) (Free Admission)
Heritage Park
5 Simcoe St.
Barrie, ON
Annual spring line-up will present live bands from a variety of genres. For your added enjoyment, free outdoor entertainment will be brought to the table: street buskers, a midway with rides, face painting, street vendors, fresh food, treats, contests and food trucks.
Don’t miss this weekend with your family; eat, drink and have fun while sharing in Barrie’s terrific community spirit.
Event Time: Friday: 5pm – 10pm; Saturday: Noon – 10pm; Sunday: Noon – 6pm
Admission: Free
CONTEST: Win A Gift Card To Erin Mills Mall
Erin Mills Town Centre Mall (In Mississauga) is giving away a $100 Gift Card to one lucky family! You can use it at any store at the mall. Besides the great family clothing stores, they also have a Hudson’s Bay, Sears, and Walmart!
Here is the information below:
TO BE ENTERED INTO THE DRAW (You will need Facebook)
1) “LIKE” THE ERIN MILLS TOWN CENTRE FACEBOOK PAGE
https://www.facebook.com/erinmillstowncentre
2) Join My Facebook Group
(If you are not in my Facebook group, here is the link: https://www.facebook.com/groups/entertainkidsonadime/)
3) Once you have completed steps 1-& 2, you will write “ERIN MILLS MALL” into the comment thread of my “Official” Contest post from my Facebook Group wall.
(If you are already in her group, skip this step)
The post is Pinned to the top of my page (on a mobile phone you must click on “Pinned Post” to view this).
(YOU MUST COMPLETE ALL STEPS ABOVE TO BE ENTERED INTO THE CONTEST)
THE PRIZE:
$100 Gift Card to use at Erin Mills Town Centre in Mississauga.
Contest Details: The contest closes on Friday, May 26, 2017 at 6pm. The winner will be announced that night. The prize winner will be contacted through Facebook (so check your “others” folder).
*You must live in the Province of Ontario, Canada to enter.
MY DAY AT ERIN MILLS TOWN CENTRE
I took a drive to Mississauga today to check out the mall Erin Mills Town Centre.
This mall is great because it is not massive. It won’t take you three hours just to walk through the mall. It’s a smaller mall and easy to navigate. For a family trip to the mall that is all you can ask.
MALL HIGHLIGHTS
• Fire Truck Double Stroller Rentals: $7
• Candy dispenser area
• Three Amazing Feeder Stores: Sears, Hudson’s Bay, and Walmart
Kid’s Stores In This Mall
• Carter’s Osh Kosh
• Gymboree
• Gap Kids/Baby
• H&M
• Kid’s Footlocker
• Paparazzi Kids
• The Children’s Place
• Old Navy
• Nintendo
• Claire’s
• Ardene
• Teddy ‘N Me
There is yummy food to eat at Erin Mills like Menchies, Sbarro, Jimmy The Greek and Thai Express.
Besides the cozy and clean vibe, my favourite part of the mall was The Walmart! I’ve never been to a mall with Walmart before and I think it’s brilliant.
The store has two levels. The main floor is stocked with all of your grocery needs and the top floor has toys, baby accessories, clothes, shoes, entertainment, and more.
I was able to shop the mall and end up grabbing some groceries for my house.
I had a great experience and I would go back!
For more information, go to: http://www.erinmills.ca
My Finds At Walmart
Candy Dispenser Wall
Melonhead Hair
Adorable Fire Truck Strollers
Are you interested in hosting your own CONTEST with Entertain Kids On A Dime?
You can get some great exposure through our network!
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