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Hi Gang, I hope everyone is having a great week. Thank you to all of my new subscribers. I hope you find these posts helpful when planning your weekend.
Last week was The Chinese New Year! I hope everyone who celebrated had a wonderful time with family and friends. This week is a Jewish Holiday called Purim. Kids dress up in costumes and give out candy to each other and go to carnivals and parties. For those unfamiliar with this holiday, picture Halloween (with out the ghosts and goblins) and a bunch of triangle pastries called Hamentashens. Jewish or not, if you are at the grocery store, I recommend trying them. They are delicious! There will be some Purim parties happening this weekend and next weekend. For those interested, definitely look out for those on the calendar.
Otherwise, this weekend is a little slow, but they will definitely pick up as we move into March Break! I hope everyone bundles up and has a fun weekend!
**FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2015**
*KidzFREE60 (Toronto) (FREE)
9:30am-11:30am
Kidz360 Active Learning Centre
3431 Dundas St. West
Toronto, ON
This time is open to the community for Parents & Kids (under 3.5 Years) to connect, participate in our free play and experience our new, fun programs each week.
http://kidz360.ca/
*The Incredible World of Bugs Travelling Exhibit (Milton)
9:30pm-6pm
55 Ontario Street South
Milton, ON
Travelling Exhibit entertains, engages and enlightens the general public about the strange and fascinating world of butterflies and insects. The exhibit provides children, community groups, adults and educators the opportunity to see up close, real butterfly, moth and insect specimens collected from around the world.
http://miltonmall.com
*Maple Town (Halton)
Mountsberg Conservation Area
2259 Millbuough Line
Campbellville, ON
Explore the Mountsberg Sugar Bush to see historical and modern methods of tapping, collecting and boiling sap to make syrup. Take in a maple candy making session, or travel on a horse-drawn ride through the bush to learn about this special forest and how we care for it. Finish off your visit with a stop at the Pancake Pavilion for a plate of flap jacks covered in pure maple syrup. A real Canadian tradition! Regular admission fees apply. Visit haltonparks.ca for more details.
Daily Entrance Fees (Includes HST)
Adult (15-64) $7.50
Senior (65 & over) $6.50
Child (5-14) $5.25
Child (4 & under) Free
http://www.conservationhalton.ca/maple-town
**SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 2015**
*Cineplex Family Favourites (All Over The GTA)
11am
Various Locations
It’s a fun and affordable way to enjoy the weekend with your family!
Admission: $2.99 including tax
The Land Before Time
Directed by: Don Bluth
Starring: Pat Hingle, Gabriel Damon, Judith Barsi
Plot: From its lush, dreamlike opening sequence to its epic landscapes, Don Bluth’s THE LAND BEFORE TIME is an enchanting prehistoric adventure. Littlefoot (Gabriel Damon), a little bracheosaurus, finds himself lost and on his own while he and his family journey to the lush feeding grounds of the Great Valley. Littlefoot, along with several baby dinosaur pals, must set out across barren, dangerous terrain to reach the Great Valley, encountering perils and adventures along the way.
http://www.cineplex.com/Events/familyfavourites
*Arts And Crafts Drop in (All over Ontario)
10am-11:30am
Various Michaels Locations
Let your kids explore their creativity while you shop! 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!
http://canada.michaels.com/Kids-Store-Events/store-events-kids,default,pg.html
*Jungle Gym (Vaughan)
1:30pm – 3:30pm
JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre
9600 Bathurst Street
(Bathurst & Rutherford)
Vaughan, ON
Drop in program.
Our gymnasium will be set up as a jungle gym featuring a bouncy castle and a variety of fun and exciting equipment for your children to explore.
Ages 1-5
FREE for Members
Regular Fee: $5
Contact Roanna Tward for more information on programming.
905-303-1821 ex. 3014
*Story time & book signing (Woodbridge)
11am-2pm
Chapters
3900 Hyw 7 West, Unit 1
Woodbridge, ON
Story time and book signing with local Toronto Author Susan Aguilo with the launch of her 3rd children’s book from the series “a bedtime adventure”.
http://www.abedtimeadventure.com
*Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival (Vaughan)
9:30am-5pm
Kortright Centre for Conservation, 9550 Pine Valley Drive
Vaughan, ON
It’s a sure sign of spring! Come out and ‘tap into nature”. Demonstrations, wagon rides, live entertainment and of course, pancakes and maple syrup! Special activities and wagon rides offered during March Break and weekends only.
Adults – $10.00
Child/Senior – $6.50
Children 4 and under – Free
Parking – $4.00
www.maplesyrupfest.com
*Russell Madness Movie (Toronto)(FREE)
Famous Players Canada Square
2190 Yonge Street
Toronto, ON
11am
To get your tickets online, please visit Cineplex.com/Promos/RussellMadness to receive your voucher code(s) and redeem with your voucher code(s) to get your tickets at Cineplex.com. Or visit a participating theatre box office.
http://www.cineplex.com/Movie/russell-madness-2015
*Frosty Fairies (Toronto)
1:30pm-3pm
High Park Nature Centre
440 Parkside Drive
Toronto, ON
Winter woodland magic! Learn about the fairies and gnomes of winter and how they thrive in the snow. Help build the fairies some well-insulated fairy homes.
Event is great for all ages – take the whole family!
No pre-registration necessary, this is a drop-in event.
$2-$5 per person or donate-what-you-can
*LunarFest (Toronto)(FREE)
11am-6pm
Harbourfront Center
235 Queens Quay W.
Toronto, ON
Lunar Fest celebrates Lunar New Year in showcasing Asian arts and culture compacted in a two-day festival! This event features dishes eaten around Asia in celebration of the New Year, such as different dumpling dishes, the Great Wall of Lanterns, Drumming Performances, Lion Dances, and Lunar arts and crafts suitable for the entire family!
This year we feature a Parade of Dragon Dances, which include performances from dance groups from Taiwan, and also an exhibition of the World’s Little Shepard’s, including hundreds of sheep in honour of the year of the sheep.
http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com/lunarfest
*The Incredible World of Bugs Travelling Exhibit (Milton)
9:30am-6pm
Milton Mall
55 Ontario Street South
Milton, ON
The Incredible World of Bugs Travelling Exhibit entertains, engages and enlightens the general public about the strange and fascinating world of butterflies and insects. The exhibit provides children, community groups, adults and educators the opportunity to see up close, real butterfly, moth and insect specimens collected from around the world.
http://miltonmall.com
**SUNDAY, MARCH 1, 2015**
*Jungle Gym (Vaughan)
9:15am-10:45am
JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre
9600 Bathurst Street
(Bathurst & Rutherford)
Vaughan, ON
Drop in program.
Our gymnasium will be set up as a jungle gym featuring a bouncy castle and a variety of fun and exciting equipment for your children to explore.
Ages 1-5
FREE for Members
Regular Fee: $5
Contact Roanna Tward for more information on programming.
905-303-1821 ex. 3014
http://fitness.srcentre.info/programs/Jungle-Gym-324.asp
*Purim Carnival (Markham)
11:30am-2pm
Shaar Shalom Synagogue
2 Simonston Boulevard
Markham, ON
Lots of family fun. We will make hamentaschen, mishloach manot, play carnival games and more! Prizes and crafts.
There will also be a Pizza lunch!
$10 per family
http://www.shaarshalom.ca
*Camp Imagine (Toronto)
2pm - 4:30 pm
The Grand Luxe Event Boutique
3125 Bayview Avenue
Toronto, ON
Put on your camp t-shirt, grab your hat & come out for an afternoon of camp at CAMP IMAGINE
Activities, Cheers, A Super Cool Social from Sole Power Productions, Snacks, Live Artist Brooke Friendly, Silent Auction, Raffle & Food from New York Fries, South St. Burger Co, Paul Shulman-Dairy Queen, Revitalize & so much more!
Represent your camp & support Imagine A Cure for Leukemia.
An event for kids by kids
(we know it’s camp..but kids you have to bring a parent!)
Participating Camps:
Bayview Glen Day Camp, B’nai Brith Of Ottawa, Camp Manitou, Camp Muskoka, Camp Northland B’nai Brith, Camp Robin Hood, Camp Tamakwa, Camp Tamarack, Camp Timberlane, Camp Walden, Crestwood Valley Day Camp, Earthbound Kids, Energy Karate, Elite Basketball Camps, Galma Gal Tween Spa, Pedalheads, The Country Day School, Thornhill Park Tennis Club, Westcoast Connection & Zodiac Camps, Swim & More
*Purim Carnival (Toronto)
10am-12pm
The Village Shul
1072 Eglinton Avenue West
Toronto, ON
Bouncy Castles, Photo Booth, Cookie Art
For Kids 0-10
$5 per person
*Purim Party at the Palace (Toronto)
10am-1pm
Miles Nadal JCC
750 Spadina Avenue
Toronto, ON
Purim Carnival
Attention princesses, superheroes, and pirates! Put on your best costume and come to our annual Purim carnival! Musicians, games, prizes, crafts, hamentaschen, a book nook and more! Kosher lunch provided.
Pre-registration: $15 per family (up to 5 people)
At the door: $20 per family (up to 5 people.
416-924-6211 x388
[email protected]
*Purim Carnival (Toronto)
12pm-4pm
20 Danby Avenue
Toronto, ON
Photo Booth, Carnival Games, Face Painting, Food, Raffles
Magic Show @2pm
http://www.petahtikva.ca
*Mosaic Storytelling Festival (Toronto)
3pm-4pm
St. David’s Anglican Church, parish hall
49 Donlands Avenue
Donlands Avenue and Danforth Avenue
Toronto, ON
Cost Information: Pay what you can (suggested $5 per person)
Mosaic Storytelling Festival is a multicultural all-ages festival of oral storytelling. Sage Tyrtle and Anna Kerz share stories on the theme of “How did you get into this mess?” Stories of trouble in which help often comes from a most unexpected source. Tales from around the world to touch your heart and tickle your funny bone.
Outdoor shoes and boots are not permitted in the parish hall, so please bring socks or slippers if needed.
http://www.mosaicstorytelling.cal
*Councillor Janet Davis’ 12th Annual Skating Party (Toronto)
11:30am-1:30pm
East York Memorial Arena
888 Cosburn Ave.
Toronto, ON
Skate with Ward 31 Councillor Janet Davis, enjoy a performance by the East York Skating Club’s Ice Dreams, as well as cookies, crafts and prizes. Children 6 and under must wear a helmet on the ice.
http://www.janetdavis.ca
*Movie Charity Afternoon (Toronto)
2:30pm
Goodlife Victoria Terrace
1448 Lawrence Avenue East, Unit 17
Movie: BIG HERO 6
ADMISSION:
$15 ADULTS
$10 CHILDREN
MOVIE LISTED BELOW AND WILL INCLUDE WATER AND POPCORN.
WE WILL BE HAVING SWEETS AND BAKED GOODS FOR PURCHASE AT A LOW COST.
ALL PROCEEDS GO TO THE GOODLIFE KIDS FOUNDATION
*Mapletown at Mountsberg (Halton)
Mountsberg Conservation Area
2259 Millburough Line
Campbellville, ON
Included in your maple experience:
-See how sap is magically transformed into sweet, sticky syrup and smell the fragrant steam rising from simmering kettles
-Learn the secrets of Maple Candy making and taste FREE candy samples
-Enjoy piping hot pancakes smothered in fresh maple syrup outdoors under our pavilion nestled in the woods
-Explore our straw playground and slide, climb jump and run in the Play Barn
-See dramatic birds of prey demonstrations in the Raptor Centre
-View bison, eagles, hawks and owls along the Wildlife Walkway
*ALSO* Enjoy a guided horse-drawn wagon ride
Daily Entrance
Fees (Includes HST)
Adult (15-64) $7.50
Senior (65 & over) $6.50
Child (5-14) $5.25
Child (4 & under) FREE
http://www.conservationhalton.ca/maple-town
*Ward 1 Family Fun Skate (Mississauga )(FREE)
1:30pm-3pm
Port Credit Arena
40 Stavebank Road
Mississauga, ON
Join us for a free skate and complimentary hot chocolate and cake on March 1st at the Port Credit Arena!
9058965100
*Community Fun Fair & Silent Auction (Kitchener)
11am-4pm
WT Townshend Public School
245 Activa Ave
Kitchener, ON
Come out and join us for a fun community event! Find great deals and one of a kind items at our VENDOR FAIR! Parents come out and and learn from our Speakers! FREE Childcare while you attend! KIDS have fun in the Activity hall! We are so happy to have community organizations host different activities: Face Painting w/ Oxford Learning Kitchener South Interactive exhibit w/ THEMUSEUM Let’s Talk Science w/ University of Waterloo Engineering, Photo Booth - Family Portraits or Photo’s with your friends! Carnival Games and More! Find AMAZING DEALS at our Silent Auction! Local Businesses have donated AWESOME products and services! Proceeds support our Natural Playground Fundraiser.
http://www.facebook.com/events/762655667149754/
*Family Sundays (Kitchener)
Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery
101 Queen Street North
Kitchener, ON
All ages welcome | Activities designed for ages 4 – 12 + adult companion
Share time with friends and family exploring the world of art and creativity. Enjoy the exhibitions and make one-of-a-kind artwork of your own, take part in drama workshops and interactive games, and story time.
*Suggested donation of $5 per child.
http://www.kwag.ca
*Therapy Tails (St. Catherine’s)(FREE)
2pm-3pm
Thorold Public Library
14 Ormond Street North
Thorold, ON
Read to a friendly well-trained dog! FREE. Practice reading at the Library! For more information, please call, visit or email the Library.
905-227-2581
http://www.thoroldpubliclibrary.ca
*2015 Clarington Sport & Leisure Fair (Bowmanville)
Garnet B. Rickard Recreation Complex, 2440 Highway 2 West
Bowmanville, ON
The Sport & Leisure Fair will feature activities for families, demonstrations, prizes, pizza and fun! We expect to have approximately 40 sport, recreation & leisure providers from Clarington on hand hosting booths & interactive displays. The stage will be available and scheduled with demonstrations from a cross-section of the activities represented at the fair. FREE Public Skate from 1:30-3:15PM! We are also very pleased to welcome back Boston Pizza Bowmanville as a partner; they will be providing delicious free pizza for those in attendance.
http://www.clarington.net/
Gong Hey Fat Choy! Happy Chinese New Year Everyone! I am burnt out from a week’s worth of events. Thank you to everyone who came out for the Family Day in honor of Sarah’s Drive For Hope. We were able to raise close to $2,000 towards a wonderful cause. I also held two VarageSale Ladies Events. They were very fun. There are some really cool stuff on VarageSale. New and Used. I started using the AP and it is way less intrusive then Craigslist and Kijiji.
Have a great weekend with your families and stay warm!
**FRIDAY FEBRUARY 20, 2015**
*KidzFREE60 (Toronto) (FREE)
9:30am-11:30am
Kidz360 Active Learning Centre
3431 Dundas St. West
Toronto, ON
This time is open to the community for Parents & Kids (under 3.5 Years) to connect, participate in our free play and experience our new, fun programs each week.
http://kidz360.ca/
*The Outdoor Adventure Show (Mississauga)
11am-8pm
International Centre
6900 Airport Rd
Mississauga, ON
Our Camping Showcase offers a one-stop-shop for all your camping needs and our Adventure Travel Pavilion will bring together representatives from destinations in all corners of the globe and they will be ready to assist you in booking your next great escape. Combine that with pre-season deals on the newest outdoor gear and thrilling adventure travel presentations and it’s an exciting event you don’t want to miss. See it, Live it, Do it at the Outdoor Adventure Show!
A family and kid-friendly fun-filled journey to explore the world of outdoor activities including camping, hiking, paddle safety, obstacle courses, ziplining, tobogganing, kids crafts, sailing, bird watching, and cycling.
Admission
Adult: $14
Youths 12 – 17: $12
Seniors 60+: $12
Weekend Pass: $18
Children 11 & under are free
http://outdooradventureshow.ca/
**SATURDAY FEBRUARY 21, 2015**
*Cineplex Family Favourites (All Over The GTA)
11am
Various Locations
It’s a fun and affordable way to enjoy the weekend with your family!
Admission: $2.99 including tax
The Pirates Who Don’t Do Anything: A Veggietales Movie
Directed by: Mike Nawrocki
Starring: Tim Hodge, Mike Nawrocki, Phil Vischer
Plot: Vegetable friends Elliot, Sedgewick and George are busboys at Pirate Times Dinner Theater. They would like to be stars of the show, but their character flaws keep them from being in the limelight. The pals get a chance at heroism when they are tossed back to the 17th century to aid in the fight against a tyrant.
Admission (taxes included): General: $2.99
http://www.cineplex.com/Events/familyfavourites
*Arts And Crafts Drop in (All over Ontario)
10am-11:30am
Various Michaels Locations
Let your kids explore their creativity while you shop! 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!
http://canada.michaels.com/Kids-Store-Events/store-events-kids,default,pg.html
*Jungle Gym (Vaughan)
1:30pm – 3:30pm
JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre
9600 Bathurst Street
(Bathurst & Rutherford)
Vaughan, ON
Drop in program.
Our gymnasium will be set up as a jungle gym featuring a bouncy castle and a variety of fun and exciting equipment for your children to explore.
Ages 1-5
FREE for Members
Regular Fee: $5
Contact Roanna Tward for more information on programming.
905-303-1821 ex. 3014
*Indoor Farmers Market (Aurora)
10am-2pm
Aurora Cultural Centre
22 Church St.
Aurora, ON
All are welcome to the indoor Aurora Farmers’ Market & Artisan Fair featuring Farmers, Food Vendors and Artisans. Live entertainment and free face-painting too!
*Cupcake Party (Newmarket)
11am-2pm
Ontario SPCA Provincial Education & Animal Centre
16586 Woodbine Ave.
Newmarket, ON
The Ontario SPCA Provincial Education & Animal Centre is gearing up for their National Cupcake Day Party! At the party, you can enjoy a delicious treat while meeting some of our front line staff, and visiting animals up for adoption!
It’s going to be a scrumptious event with irresistible treats that will help raise awareness and urgently- needed funds to support animals that are abused, abandoned, neglected or no longer wanted.
http://www.nationalcupcakeday.ca
*Chinese New Year Celebrations (Markham)
1pm-6pm
Markham Civic Centre
101 Town Centre Boulevard
All are welcome to an afternoon of lion dance, live music, martial arts, Chinese dance performances and new year’s celebration food. In addition to the show, there will be crafts and games for children and a variety of familiar Asian brand names operating booths. Following the celebrations, there will be a family skate at the Markham Civic Centre skating rink following the performances.
*Chinese New Year Story Time and Craft (Toronto)
10:30am-11:15am
Fort York Library
190 Fort York Boulevard
Toronto, ON
Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes to celebrate the Year of the Sheep. And make a decoration to take home!
Drop in. For kids 0-5 years and their caregivers.
http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Nr=p_cat_branch_name:Fort%20York
*Zodiac Signs Face Painting and Story Time (Toronto)
1pm-2pm
Lillian H. Smith Library
239 College Street
Toronto, ON
What’s your Chinese Zodiac Sign? Why not have it painted on your face for an hour or two? Listen to a special Chinese New Year story time while you wait! For children 2-12 years of age.
Space is limited. Registration is required. Register in person, or by calling 416-393-7746.
http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Nr=p_cat_branch_name:Lillian%20H.%20Smith
*Chinese New Year Celebration (Toronto)
2pm-4pm
Lillian H. Smith Library
239 College Street
Toronto, ON
Come to the Lillian H. Smith Library to celebrate the Year of the Sheep! Enjoy a Lion Dance, Kung Fu demonstration, Chinese instrumental music, and dance performances (registration required).
Free Chinese New Year scrolls! Everyone welcome!
http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Nr=p_cat_branch_name:Lillian%20H.%20Smith
*Frozen Movie plus Sing-a-Long (Toronto)
2pm-4pm
Don Mills Auditorium Library
888 Lawrence Avenue East
Toronto, ON
Join Elsa and Kristoff for this special screening of FROZEN and sing along with all your favourite songs!
Drop in. No registration required.
http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Nr=p_cat_branch_name:Don%20Mills
*Chinatown Chinese New Year Celebration (Toronto)(FREE)
12pm-5pm
Toronto Chinatown Centre
222 Spadina Avenue
Toronto, ON
The Toronto Chinatown Business Improvement Area (Chinatown BIA) would like to invite you and your family to celebrate Chinese New Year at our annual event!
This year we will be celebrating the Year of the Sheep with traditional Chinese performances from lion dances, martial arts demonstrations, Chinese dance and Chinese opera, and more.
We will also be joined by the Toronto Zoo and their official Panda Mascot! This year will also introduce some new distinctions, such as the Wheel of Fortune game organized by Dim Sum City, prizes from Toronto Zoo, Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto Qigong, etc. and booths offering traditional activities for both children and adults. Bring your friends and family and celebrate!
Website http://www.chinatownbia.com
*Bloor-Yorkville Icefest (Toronto)(FREE)
12pm
Village of Yorkville Park
115 Cumberland Street
Toronto, ON
Celebrate winter in the heart of the city at Bloor-Yorkville’s 10th Annual Icefest! Taking place on Saturday, February 21 and Sunday, February 22, 2015, Toronto’s premier cultural district will transform into a showcase of incredible ice sculptures and live ice-carving demonstrations for the entire family to enjoy. Over the years, this highly anticipated free winter event has featured unique ice sculpture themes including “Heat Wave”, “Enchanted Garden” and “Winter Wilderness”.
To mark Icefest’s landmark 10th anniversary year, Bloor-Yorkville will be bringing the past back to life in ice with “Frozen in Time” - an ancient Egyptian showcase of striking ice carvings including a 3D pyramid, plus depictions of ancient Egyptian gods and pharaohs including Anubis, Iris and King Tut. There will also be a giant interactive ice carving of a sitting camel where visitors will be able to get their photos taken as a keepsake.
As February is Heart Month, Bloor-Yorkville will be fundraising with participating partners and sponsors in support of the Heart and Stroke Foundation. For a $2 charitable donation, “Kiddie Ice Cubes” will be distributed each day at 2 pm in the Village of Yorkville Park with a collectible toy inside. Patrons will also be able to sample tasty Maple Syrup Taffy from 1 pm 4 pm each day on Cumberland Street for a $2 donation.
Through IceFest, Bloor-Yorkville has raised over $54,000 for the Heart and Stroke Foundation.
Website http://www.bloor-yorkville.com/icefest
*Family Dance Party (Toronto)
2:30pm-5:30pm
Dovercourt House
805 Dovercourt Rd, 3rd floor
Toronto, ON
Featuring live children’s music by Toronto folk band The Most Loyal and friends with dance music by DJ Twyla. Food and beverage will be available as well as a host of fun activities for kids of all ages!
Come party down with your kids for a great daycare and a great vision!
Raffle and crafts and games and prizes!
Lets break up the monotony of winter by getting sweaty and having fun.
$10 online and $12 at the door; kids are free!
Sponsor Dandelion Daycare coop
Website http://dandelioncoop.ca/
*The Outdoor Adventure Show (Mississauga)
10am-6pm
International Centre
6900 Airport Rd
Mississauga, ON
Our Camping Showcase offers a one-stop-shop for all your camping needs and our Adventure Travel Pavilion will bring together representatives from destinations in all corners of the globe and they will be ready to assist you in booking your next great escape. Combine that with pre-season deals on the newest outdoor gear and thrilling adventure travel presentations and it’s an exciting event you don’t want to miss. See it, Live it, Do it at the Outdoor Adventure Show!
A family and kid-friendly fun-filled journey to explore the world of outdoor activities including camping, hiking, paddle safety, obstacle courses, ziplining, tobogganing, kids crafts, sailing, bird watching, and cycling.
Admission
Adult: $14
Youths 12 – 17: $12
Seniors 60+: $12
Weekend Pass: $18
Children 11 & under are free
http://outdooradventureshow.ca/
*Pre-Teen Video Dance Party (Bolton)
7pm-10pm
Bolton Event Hall (Old Legion)
50 Ann Street
Join us for our Monthly Video Dance Party for Pre-teens ages 8-14 at the Simcoe Recreation Centre! Admission is $10 and the dance runs from 7-10pm. Tickets are available online anytime or at the door starting at 5pm the day of the dance.
Dances run every month from September to June. These are monthly fundraisers for Bolton Sports Clubs and Service Clubs and are chaperoned by parents/adults.
An incredible light show, huge screens, contests and giveaways are all part of the show! There is also a snack bar on-site. Content is edited for the intended audience.
For Parent info, Dance rules and more information please visit:
www.videodanceparty.ca
*Family Day Skating @ Innisfil Public Library (Cookstown)
10am-2pm
Innisfil Public Library – Cookstown Branch
20 Church Street
Cookstown, ON
Get your skates ready - Cookstown Family Day Skating is scheduled for Sat. February 21st from 10:00am - 2:00pm. There will be free hot dogs and hot chocolate available. There is no registration required for this free all-ages event.
http://www.innisfillibrary.ca/family-day-skating
**SUNDAY FEBRUARY 22, 2015**
*Jungle Gym (Vaughan)
9:15am-10:45am
JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre
9600 Bathurst Street
(Bathurst & Rutherford)
Vaughan, ON
Drop in program.
Our gymnasium will be set up as a jungle gym featuring a bouncy castle and a variety of fun and exciting equipment for your children to explore.
Ages 1-5
FREE for Members
Regular Fee: $5
Contact Roanna Tward for more information on programming.
905-303-1821 ex. 3014
http://fitness.srcentre.info/programs/Jungle-Gym-324.asp
*YMCA 2015 Lunar New Year Festival (Markham) (Free Admission)
11am-4pm
Markham YMCA Blvd - Rudy Bratty Centre
101 YMCA Blvd (Hwy 7 and Kennedy)
Markham, ON
Free Admission for everyone!
Free Food Sampling
Lion Dance!
God of Fortune!
Line Dancing!
Children’s activities!
Shopping Market!
and much much more!
Fun for the whole Family!
905-513-0884
*CCAA Celebrates Year of the Sheep (Scarborough)(FREE)
12pm-4pm
Scarborough Civic Centre
150 Borough Drive
Scarborough, ON
Join us at the Scarborough Civic Centre (just around the corner from STC) as we bring out the little lambs to welcome 2015!
12:00-2:00pm ACTIVITY BOOTHS
Free Lucky Scrolls by the Chinese Calligraphy Association of Canada
Children’s Colouring Contest
Chinese New Year Arts & Crafts
Fun Activities & Games
Photos with God of Fortune!
2:00-4:00pm CHINESE NEW YEAR VARIETY SHOW
Lion Dance
Chinese Classical & Folk Dances
Chinese Zither, Piano, & Dance Collaboration
Chinese New Year Singing Performances
Lucky Red Pockets from God of Fortune
Lucky Draw and Prizes to give away!
FREE!!
This event is supported by the City of Toronto.
chineseculturalarts.org
416.904.6467
*OUR KIDS Toronto Camp Expo (Toronto)(FREE)
12pm-4pm
Roy Thomson Hall
60 Simcoe Street
Toronto, ON
Explore the best camp and kids program offerings throughout the GTA, Ontario and beyond all in one place, on one day at the OUR KIDS Camp Expo.
Planning your child’s March Break and Summer has never be easier. Meet with the very best day and overnight camps and programs, speak with staff and experience a little bit of camp fun on February 22, 2015.
•Meet with camps and programs for every age and every interest: sports, arts, technology, adventure, special needs…
•Fun activities, animal shows and games for kids and teens
•Lots of prizes to be won plus $2,500 in camp scholarships
•Free copy of the 2015 OUR KIDS Camp Guide featuring 200+ programs to choose from ($19.95 value)
Get your FREE family admission tickets today at www.ourkids.net/campexpo
*MPP Charles Sousa Family Skate (Mississauga)(FREE)
1:45pm to 3:15pm
Clarkson Community Centre
2475 Truscott Drive
Mississauga, ON
Please join us at our annual family skate! All are welcome and it is free to attend.
http://charlessousa.onmpp.ca/
*The Outdoor Adventure Show (Mississauga)
10am-5pm
International Centre
6900 Airport Rd
Mississauga, ON
Our Camping Showcase offers a one-stop-shop for all your camping needs and our Adventure Travel Pavilion will bring together representatives from destinations in all corners of the globe and they will be ready to assist you in booking your next great escape. Combine that with pre-season deals on the newest outdoor gear and thrilling adventure travel presentations and it’s an exciting event you don’t want to miss. See it, Live it, Do it at the Outdoor Adventure Show!
A family and kid-friendly fun-filled journey to explore the world of outdoor activities including camping, hiking, paddle safety, obstacle courses, ziplining, tobogganing, kids crafts, sailing, bird watching, and cycling.
Admission
Adult: $14
Youths 12 – 17: $12
Seniors 60+: $12
Weekend Pass: $18
Children 11 & under are free
http://outdooradventureshow.ca/
*Creation Station Sundays (Bolton)(FREE)
1pm-3pm
Albion Bolton Library
150 Queen Street South
Bolton, ON
Sundays are the perfect day to build, create, read and discover. This program presents all builders and creators with a challenge: build the tallest Lego structure or longest bridge. We supply the materials, you are the inspiration! FREE drop in program, fun for the whole family. Please note: some materials used will remain the property of CPL while others may be taken home. Directions will be provided weekly.
FAMILY DAY WEEKEND is just a few days away! For those families who will be in town, there are TONS of exciting things to do that are FREE or cheap. Check out the many family events that are happening all over Ontario!
Yogurty’s Thornhill Woods, J Stixx Baby and Entertain Kids On A Dime (myself) are organizing a Family Day Party in honor of Sarah’s Drive For Hope. Sarah Watkin was a brave 7 year old girl who recently lost her battle with Cancer. Sarah was unable to find a donor match, but her amazing parents are working with their charity to help encourage people to give blood and get swabbed. Tickets are $5 per Child and $2.50 per Adult. There will be tons of entertainment, prizes and swag bags. If you can make the event, it will be for a great cause.
**FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 2015**
*Valentine’s Day Craft (Toronto)
1pm-2:30pm
Pleasant View Library
575 Van Horne Avenue
Toronto, ON
Come make that special someone a cute and awesome Valentine’s Day Card
Drop In
416-395-5940
*Family Day Weekend (Toronto)
12pm-4pm
Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre
67 Pottery Road
Toronto, ON
Join us all weekend for drop-in family fun as we celebrate Family Day, St. Valentine’s Day and the 50th anniversary of the Canadian flag! Explore winter in the Wildflower Preserve on a guided outdoor tour, then warm up indoors with parlour games from generations past. Create your own unique family flag to take home.
Adults: $5.31; Students/Seniors: $3; Children: $2 (plus tax).
416-396-2819
http://www.toronto.ca/museum-events
*KidzFREE60 (Toronto) (FREE)
9:30am-11:30am
Kidz360 Active Learning Centre
3431 Dundas St. West
Toronto, ON
This time is open to the community for Parents & Kids (under 3.5 Years) to connect, participate in our free play and experience our new, fun programs each week.
http://kidz360.ca/
**SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 14, 2015**
*Cineplex Family Favourites (All Over The GTA)
11:00 am
Various Locations
It’s a fun and affordable way to enjoy the weekend with your family!
Admission: $2.99 including tax
The Muppet Movie
Directed by: James Frawley
Starring: Jim Henson, Frank Oz, Jerry Nelson
Plot: Laugh along with the mostly-true story of how the Muppets got their start. From the very first “plunk!” of Kermit’s banjo playing “The Rainbow Connection” to the hysterical road trip that brings our fearless frog together with Fozzie, Gonzo, Animal, and most importantly of all, Miss Piggy. Join the jam-packed heartwarming hilarity, outrageous antics and big-shot Hollywood cameos.
http://www.cineplex.com/Events/familyfavourites
*Arts And Crafts Drop in (All over Ontario)
10am-11:30am
Various Michaels Locations
Let your kids explore their creativity while you shop! 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!
http://canada.michaels.com/Kids-Store-Events/store-events-kids,default,pg.html
*Build a Heart Box (All Over GTA)(FREE)
10am-2pm
The Home Depot
Various Locations - See Website
Kids will learn how to build a Heart Box with easy to follow step-by-step instructions.
The workshop is for kids ages 4 – 12 and they must be accompanied by an adult.
http://www.homedepot.ca/workshops
*Build and Grow Clinics (All Over GTA)(FREE)
Lowe’s Home Improvement
Mulitple Locations
Conveniently shop while your kids build a fun and educational project!
Recommended: For children from grades two to five.
Sweet Heart Picture Holder
How to Register: In advance in-store either at the Customer Service booth or through a Store Associate. Find your nearest Lowe’s Store.
Please note: You can register the day of the workshop. However, space is limited to 50 children per store. Register in advance to avoid disappointment!
Free apron and project patch at every clinic!
*Jungle Gym (Vaughan)
1:30pm – 3:30pm
JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre
9600 Bathurst Street
(Bathurst & Rutherford)
Vaughan, ON
Drop in program.
Our gymnasium will be set up as a jungle gym featuring a bouncy castle and a variety of fun and exciting equipment for your children to explore.
Ages 1-5
FREE for Members
Regular Fee: $5
Contact Roanna Tward for more information on programming.
905-303-1821 ex. 3014
*Valentine’s Day Cupcakes and Cards (Stouffville)
1pm-2:30pm
Whitchurch-Stouffville Museum & Community Centre
14732 Woodbine Ave
Kick off your little one’s Valentine’s Day fun at the Museum! Decorate freshly baked Valentine themed cupcakes and craft your own heritage Valentine card!
Children $15, Adults $5. Recommended ages: 3 to 10.
Pre-registration required.
905-727-8954
http://www.townofws.ca/museum
*Family Fun Fest (Toronto)
10am-5pm
Downsview Park
40 Carl Hall Road
Toronto, ON
Family Fest features the largest indoor amusement park, just for Family Day weekend! Boasting an impressive line-up of Rides, Jumping Castles, Obstacle Courses, Arcade Games, Attractions, Carnival Games and Interactive entertainment!
ENTERTAIN KIDS DEAL:
40% off Adult & Kids Tickets!!!
HOW TO GET YOUR TICKETS…
* Go To: http://www.familydayfest.com
* Go To: Ticket Info
* Choose your tickets
* Put in the Code: DIME40
* Purchase your tickets online
PLEASE NOTE:
This is only valid for Saturday or Sunday
It is only valid on Adult and Kids admission.
Kids 1 and under are free
http://www.familydayfest.com
*MP John Carmichael’s Annual Family Skating Event (Toronto)(Free Admission)
2:30pm-4:30pm
Leaside Gardens Arena
1073 Millwood Road
Toronto, ON
This event features free admission for all, free refreshments, and door prizes.
http://www.johncarmichael.ca
*Skate for Camp 2015! (Toronto) (FREE)
2pm-5pm
725 Logan Ave
Toronto, ON
Eastview Community Centre is hosting a free skating afternoon. Toronto City Councillors Paula Fletcher and Mary Fragedakis will be joining in the fun along with an alumni from the Maple Leafs!
Come join in the fun - free skating, hot chocolate, tea and coffee for everyone!
http://eastviewcentre.com
*Family Day Weekend (Toronto)
12pm-4pm
Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre
67 Pottery Road
Toronto, ON
Join us all weekend for drop-in family fun as we celebrate Family Day, St. Valentine’s Day and the 50th anniversary of the Canadian flag! Explore winter in the Wildflower Preserve on a guided outdoor tour, then warm up indoors with parlour games from generations past. Create your own unique family flag to take home.
Adults: $5.31; Students/Seniors: $3; Children: $2; (plus tax).
416-396-2819
http://www.toronto.ca/museum-events
*KidsFest Toronto (Mississauga)
10am-5pm
International Centre Hall 6
6900 Airport Road
Mississauga, ON
Kids Fest T.O. Offers over 30 rides, games and attractions to play along with a variety of other entertainment and attractions. This year we are bringing Canada’s largest inflatable amusement park, Fun Fair Park. A 90 foot trip through and inflatable amusement park. After crawling through the Fun House the will have to dodge the Carousel and then finally slide down the giant Ferris Wheel.
ENTERTAIN KIDS DEAL:
40% off Adult & Kids Tickets!!!
HOW TO GET YOUR TICKETS…
* Go To: http://www.kidsfestto.com/ticket-info/
* Choose your tickets
* Put in the Code: DIME40
* Purchase your tickets online
PLEASE NOTE:
This is only valid for Saturday or Sunday
It is only valid on Adult and Kids admission.
Kids 1 and under are free
http://www.kidsfestto.com
*Winter Carnival (Hamilton)
12pm-4pm
Dundas Valley Sunrise Winter Carnival
Dundas Driving Park
Dundas, ON
Each year the Rotary Club of Dundas Valley Sunrise holds a winter carnival at the Rotary Rink in the Dundas Driving Park on the Family Day weekend. Come listen to music, skate, enjoy a horse drawn wagon ride and hot cider. There is no cost and this includes the use of skates for the afternoon if you have none of your own.
*Kids-Fest (Hamilton)
10am-5pm
Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum
9280 Airport Road
Hamilton, ON
This family day weekend, February 14th to 16th, 2015, children bounce, slide, ride, craft, learn and laugh at Hamilton Kids-Fest, sponsored in part by Little Ray’s Reptile Zoo. Kids-Fest is Canada’s llargest inflatable festival, bringing a variety of fun and educational activities for all children twelve and under.
http://kids-fest.ca
*Braden’s Hot Chocolate Festival (Hamilton)
11am-4pm
Dundas Valley Conservation Area Rail Trail
650 Governor’s Rd
Dundas, ON, ON
The Hot Chocolate Festival provides families with a fun way to spend time together on Family Day. Combining great treats, live entertainment and outdoor fun, the Hot Chocolate Festival is an event for people of all ages. Proceeds from the Hot Chocolate Festival will support Hamilton Conservation Foundation and Sustainable Hamilton, two not-for-profit organizations dedicated to enhancing environmental sustainability in Hamilton, Ontario.
http://hotchocolatefestival.ca
*Family Day Weekend Event (Burlington)
11am or 2pm
Burlington Mall
777 Guelph Line
Burlington, ON
Join us in Centre Court on Saturday February 14th (showtimes 11am and 2pm)and Sunday February 15th (showtime 2pm) for family fun, games and entertainment with Thomas & Friends!
http://burlingtonmall.com
*Family Fun Skate (Ajax) (FREE)
12:30pm-2:30pm
Ajax Community Centre
75 Centennial Rd
Ajax, ON
Chris Alexanders Free Family Fun Skate on February 14th from 12:30 to 2:20pm at the Ajax Community Centre
*Children’s Movie Matinee (St. Catherines)
2pm-3:30pm
Thorold Public Library
14 Ormond St. N.
Thorold, ON
Enjoy a feature length film at the Library. FREE. Bring your own popcorn and snacks. For more information and/or to register, please visit the Library.
http://www.thoroldpubliclibrary.ca
**SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 15, 2015**
*Jungle Gym (Vaughan)
9:15am-10:45am
JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre
9600 Bathurst Street
(Bathurst & Rutherford)
Vaughan, ON
Drop in program.
Our gymnasium will be set up as a jungle gym featuring a bouncy castle and a variety of fun and exciting equipment for your children to explore.
Ages 1-5
FREE for Members
Regular Fee: $5
Contact Roanna Tward for more information on programming.
905-303-1821 ex. 3014
http://fitness.srcentre.info/programs/Jungle-Gym-324.asp
*Family Fun Fest (Toronto)
10am-6pm
Downsview Park
40 Carl Hall Road
Toronto, ON
Family Fest features the largest indoor amusement park, just for Family Day weekend! Boasting an impressive line-up of Rides, Jumping Castles, Obstacle Courses, Arcade Games, Attractions, Carnival Games and Interactive entertainment!
ENTERTAIN KIDS DEAL:
40% off Adult & Kids Tickets!!!
HOW TO GET YOUR TICKETS…
* Go To: http://www.familydayfest.com
* Go To: Ticket Info
* Choose your tickets
* Put in the Code: DIME40
* Purchase your tickets online
PLEASE NOTE:
This is only valid for Saturday or Sunday
It is only valid on Adult and Kids admission.
Kids 1 and under are free
http://www.familydayfest.com
*Family Day Weekend (Toronto)
12pm-4pm
Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre
67 Pottery Road
Toronto, ON
Join us all weekend for drop-in family fun as we celebrate Family Day, St. Valentine’s Day and the 50th anniversary of the Canadian flag! Explore winter in the Wildflower Preserve on a guided outdoor tour, then warm up indoors with parlour games from generations past. Create your own unique family flag to take home.
Adults: $5.31; Students/Seniors: $3; Children: $2; (plus tax).
416-396-2819
http://www.toronto.ca/museum-events
*8th Annual Family Sunday in The Beach (Toronto)(FREE)
12pm-4pm
Kew Gardensl
2075 Queen St. E.
Toronto, ON
Experience the outdoors with a life-size Snow Globe to capture the perfect winter scene, exciting lumberjack shows, brilliant figure skating performances, live ice carving demonstrations, nature walks in the park, music, contests and more!
Warm up in our Vintage Trolley stopping along Queen St. East or at one of our Muskoka Warming stations so as to not miss all the fun activities.
http://www.thebeachvillage.com
*HarbourKIDS Skating Festival (Toronto)
11am-10pm
Harbourfront Centre
235 Queens Quay West
Toronto, ON
HarbourKIDS Skating Festival provides excitement for families. For two days enjoy fun-filled activities including on-ice performances, multi-media activities, family skating, creative crafts and more.
In partnership with RBC Learn to Play.
http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com
*KidsFest Toronto (Mississauga)
10am-6pm
International Centre Hall 6
6900 Airport Road
Mississauga, ON
Kids Fest T.O. Offers over 30 rides, games and attractions to play along with a variety of other entertainment and attractions. This year we are bringing Canada’s largest inflatable amusement park, Fun Fair Park. A 90 foot trip through and inflatable amusement park. After crawling through the Fun House the will have to dodge the Carousel and then finally slide down the giant Ferris Wheel.
ENTERTAIN KIDS DEAL:
40% off Adult & Kids Tickets!!!
HOW TO GET YOUR TICKETS…
* Go To: http://www.kidsfestto.com/ticket-info/
* Choose your tickets
* Put in the Code: DIME40
* Purchase your tickets online
PLEASE NOTE:
This is only valid for Saturday or Sunday
It is only valid on Adult and Kids admission.
Kids 1 and under are free
http://www.kidsfestto.com
*Family Day (Oakville)(FREE)
11am-3pm
Oakville Museum
8 Navy St.
Oakville, ON
Oakville Museum is free to the public on Family Day!
Tour the museum, make a craft & experience “What About Water”, an exhibit about H2O in Oakville. Explore ancient Oakville fossils, visit the Thomas House for an early settler experience, and discover Oakville’s first post office in lakeside park. Everyone is welcome!
http://www.oakville.ca/musuem
*Canada Flag Day Winter Carnival (Etobicoke)
12pm-5pm
Canada Flag Day Winter Carnival
6th Street and Lake Shore Blvd. West, New Toronto
Etobicoke, ON
Canadian Flag Mural Unveiling, live music, karaoke competition, colouring competition,
Best Dressed Canadian contest, free cake, hot chocolate, flags, buttons and so much more.
Come out and sign a Historic Canadian Flag Banner that will be presented to Government officials to then be placed in Canada’s Historic Archives.
http://www.enjoytheshore.ca
**MONDAY, FEBRUARY 16, 2015**
*Family Day Fundraiser (Thornhill)
10am-4pm
Yogurtys Autumn Hill
9001 Dufferin Street
$5- for kids
$2.50- for adults
All of the proceeds from the ticket sales will be donated to Leukaemia & Lymphoma Society of Canada.
List of Entertainers
Jstixx interactive Performance
Bounce Entertainment Dance Party
Special Dance Party with Elsa
Photo and autographs with Elsa
Kids Yoga
Magician
Balloon Artist
Facepainters
Visit inside the fire truck
Arts & Crafts
Raffle Prizes
Information for future One Match Drives will also be available at the event.
SWAG BAGS FOR EACH CHILD
https://eventbrite.ca/event/15505166370/?utm_source=eb_email&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=new_event_email&utm_term=eventurl_text
*Councillor Tony Carella Family Day Skate (Woodbridge)(FREE)
2pm-4pm
Woodbridge Memorial Arena
5020 Highway 7
Come out to Councillor Tony Carella’s Free Family Day Skate
*Arctic Adventure (Aurora)
10am-4pm
Aurora Town Park
Mosley and Wells Streets
Vendors will be selling BeaverTails®, hot dogs, hamburgers, hot chocolate and coffee. There will be a special set up of the Aurora Farmer’s Market in the Aurora Armoury.
Choose from a host of family activities, including:
Professional Ice Carving
Outdoor Winter Games
Snow tubing, ice fishing, snow shoeing
Live Entertainment
Arctic Golf
And much more!
Entertainment Schedule
11 a.m. First Nations Presentation
This presentation will educate and entertain you regarding some of the “first” families in Canada
12 p.m. Patty McLaughlin & Friends
2:30 p.m. Battle of the Chainsaws
-ice carvers battle it out to see whose carving win’s People’s Choice
3:15 p.m. See a baby fox, winter owl and many other winter animals
Please note: All activities are weather-permitting.
http://www.aurora.ca/Thingstodo/Pages/Special%20Events/Arctic-Adventure.aspx
*Family Day at Hillary House (Aurora)
10am-1pm
Hillary House National Historic Site
15372 Yonge Street
Aurora, ON
Family fun at Hillary House, includes storytelling, crafts, and refreshments.
http://aurorahs.com/activities/
*Steel Drums for Family Day (Aurora)(FREE)
1pm-5pm
Aurora Cultural Centre
22 Church Street
Join us for our Pan Am / Para Pan American Games IGNITE community celebration. We’re putting the “pan” in Pan American with a celebration of the cultures of the Caribbean. Join us for a steel pan band concert guaranteed to get you up and dancing in the aisles. Enjoy a family-friendly concert presentation -then stay for the workshop afterwards to give it a try.
Art activities round out the afternoon.
All at no charge - bring the whole family!
http://auroraculturalcentre.ca/events/?eid=805
*Indoor Farmers’ Market (Aurora)(FREE)
10am-4pm
Armouries
89 Mosley St.
Aurora, ON
All are welcome to the indoor Aurora Farmers’ Market & Artisan Fair featuring Farmers, Food Vendors and Artisans. Free craft for children and live entertainment too!
*Family Skate Day (Uxbridge)(FREE)
11am-3pm
Elgin Pond
180 Main Street South
Uxbridge, ON
The Kinsmen Club of Uxbridge will be putting on a free family skate day at Elgin Pond in Uxbridge. Hamburgers, hotdogs, hot chocolate and coffee will be available for a donation. All proceeds will go to Big Brothers Big Sisters of North Durham.
905-985-3733
*Free Family Day Skate (Uxbridge)(FREE)
12pm-1pm
Uxbridge Arena
291 Brock Street W
Uxbridge, ON
Cindy Wood and Williamson Chrysler are giving back to the community and hosting a free Family Day Skate at the Uxbridge Arena. Come out with the whole family!
905-852-3313
http://cindywood.ca
*Family Fun Day (Bradford)
10am-12pm
Scanlon Creek Conservation Area
2450 9th Line
Bradford West Gwillimbury, ON
guided nature hikes
scavenger hunt • games
bonfire • indoor crafts
No pre-registration is required. $10.00 per vehicle or free with annual pass
http://www.lsrca.on.ca/events
*Winterfest (Markham)
10am-4pm
Markham Museum
9350 Markham Road
Explore the science of snow, and try snowshoeing and ice block building. There will be lots of activities, crafts for the kids, music, and great food!
COST: $3 per person (kids under two are free)
http://www.markhammuseum.ca
*RBC Family Skate (Markham)
11am-2pm
Civic Centre Outdoor Rink at Markham Civic Centre
101 Town Centre Blvd
Markham, ON
Pleasure skaters, hockey players and first-timers alike are invited to bundle up, lace up and come out for a spin on the ice. It’s fun for the whole family.
http://www.rbc.com/familyday
*Family Day Activities (Markham)
10am-5pm
Centennial Community Centre
8600 McCowan Rd
Markham, ON
Bring the whole family along to Centennial Community Centre as the Markham Youth Council hosts a number of great activities, including drop-in sports, face painting, games, and more! Proceeds from this event will benefit Markham Stouffville Hospital.
http://www.markhamyouthcouncil.com
*Family Day Fundraiser (North York)
9:30am-1:30pm
Active Kids Zone
951 Alness Street
North York, ON
Face painting, bouncy castles, bumper balls, open gym, karaoke, open gym, draws and give aways.
Free admission when you make a donation to Sick Kids Hospital.
https://m.facebook.com/profile.php?id=814581425275512
*HarbourKIDS Skating Festival (Toronto)
11am-10pm
Harbourfront Centre
235 Queens Quay West
Toronto, ON
HarbourKIDS Skating Festival provides excitement for families. For two days enjoy fun-filled activities including on-ice performances, multi-media activities, family skating, creative crafts and more.
In partnership with RBC Learn to play.
http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com
*Family Day Weekend (Toronto)
12pm-4pm
Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre
67 Pottery Road
Toronto, ON
Join us all weekend for drop-in family fun as we celebrate Family Day, St. Valentine’s Day and the 50th anniversary of the Canadian flag! Explore winter in the Wildflower Preserve on a guided outdoor tour, then warm up indoors with parlour games from generations past. Create your own unique family flag to take home.
Adults: $5.31; Students/Seniors: $3; Children: $2; (plus tax).
416-396-2819
http://www.toronto.ca/museum-events
*Family Day at PawsWay (Toronto)(FREE)
11am-5pm
PawsWay
245 Queen’s Quay W.
Toronto, ON
Celebrate Family Day at Purina PawsWay! Enjoy fun for the whole family including WoofJocks Canine All Star shows (at 12pm, 1:30pm and 3:30pm), Pockets the Clown, face-painting, ice sculptures, giveaways and more courtesy of Purina Dog Chow®!
As always, pets are welcome throughout Purina PawsWay’s facility.
http://pawsway.ca/
*6th Annual Family Day Skating Party (Toronto)
2pm-4pm
Mastercard Centre for Hockey Excellence
400 Kipling Avenue
Toronto, ON
The Kaushansky/Brown Real Estate Team invites you, your family and friends to join us for a fun filled, pizza fueled, 6th Annual open skate on the Toronto Maple Leafs personal practice rink at the MasterCard Centre.
Please RSVP to [email protected] or call 416-259-2444 and let us know how many skaters youll be bringing along.
*Family Day Skate in the Square (Oakville)
1pm-3pm
RBC-Downtown Oakville
Towne Square, Lakeshore Rd., Oakville, ON
Music, entertainment, treats, skating and fun for the whole family.
http://www.oakvilledowntown.com
*Family Day (Oakville)(FREE)
11am-3pm
Oakville Museum
8 Navy Street
Oakville Museum is free to the public on Family Day! Tour the museum, make a craft & experience “What About Water”, an exhibit about H2O in Oakville.
*Family Day Skate (Mississauga)(FREE)
Mississauga Celebration Square
300 City Centre Drive
Grab your skates and head to the City’s largest outdoor skating rink. It’s an afternoon full of festivities, with roaming buskers, face painting, crafts, horse and carriage rides and more.
Take a break, warm up by the firepits and indulge in some delicious treats from C Café, Beavertails, and Smokes Poutinerie.
This event is proudly presented by RBC. Stop by the RBC booth for a game of ice bowling and snowball toss. Former NHL star Rick Vaive will be at the Square signing autographs from 1 p.m. to 3 p.m.
http://www.rbc.com/familyskate
*4th Family Day Skate Fundraiser (Mississauga)(FREE)
12pm-4pm
Vic Johnston Community Centre
335 Church St.
Streetsville, ON
Free Skating/Magic Show @ 12:30 pm/Crafts/Vendor Tables/Pizza/Food
http://www.vianney.ca
*Family Day Play Day (Brampton)
10am-4pm
Jumping Jacks Indoor Playground, 12 Fisherman Drive Unit #5
(Sandalwood & Hurontario)
Brampton, ON
Price for children 0-3 years old is $5, and kids 4-12 years are $8!
Babies under 12 months are free, with a paying sibling.
Two adults per family are free.
Spacious toddler area, with a small ball pit, little ride ons, push toys, climbers, play kitchen, various hand toys, tricycles, balls, basketball nets, and our air hockey is free. Fun play structure which is a pirate ship, featuring 1 tube slide, a straight slide, and two climbers with ropes to climb.
http://www.jumpingjacksindoorplay.com
*Public Skate With MPP Daiene Vernile (Kitchener)(FREE)
1:30pm-3:30pm
The Aud, Kiwanis Rink
400 East Ave
Kitchener, ON
1st Annual Free Family Day Public skate hosted by Daiene Vernile, MPP Kitchener Centre
Everyone Welcome!
Warm Refreshments
519-579-5460
http://daienevernile.onmpp.ca/Event
*Family Day at Joseph Brant Museum (Burlington)
11am-4pm
Joseph Brant Museum
1240 North Shore Blvd E
Burlington, ON
Joseph Brant -Admission is just $10.00 per family.
Families can test their competition skills outside while they play “Snow Spoon” and “Snow Snake”, and get creative in our Snow Art Gallery*. Then warm up and enjoy hot chocolate and movie theatre popcorn by the open fire. (*weather dependent)
Inside the Museum, enjoy movies, fun and games in our “Heaps of Fun” exhibit; explore our “Everything but the Kitchen Sink” exhibit and play our Then & Now game; and have fun in our Discovery Gallery where families can make a special framed keepsake commemorating their Family Day adventures.
http://museumsofburlington.com/joseph-brant/events/84-family-day-february-16-2015
*Family Skate (Pickering)(FREE)
10am-2pm
Pickering Recreation Complex
867 Valley Farm Road
Pickering, ON
Pleasure skaters, hockey players, and first-timers alike are invited to bundle up, lace up, and come out for a spin on the Ice from 10:00am to 2:00pm at Pickering Recreation Complex. RBC will also host games and activities for families, along with an autograph signing with former NHL star, Todd Warriner from 1 - 2 pm.
http://www.rbc.com/familyday
*Family Day (Pickering)
10am-4pm
Pickering Recreation Complex
1867 Valley Farm Road
Pickering, ON
Family friendly activities for the whole family. Purchase your family passport for only $15, to have access to swimming, crafts, yoga, squash, tennis, games, pottery ($5 extra charge) and more! All activities require adult supervision.
For more information, please call 905.683.6582.
*Family Fun Day (Ajax)
11:00am-3:00pm
Bolton C. Falby Public School
80 Falby Crt, Ajax
Ajax, ON
Family activities, games, crafts, face painting, balloons, lego table, science guy, gym games.
Cost $1.00 per person. Low cost food items available for lunch and snacks. Enjoy a fun day with family and friends at Bolton C. Falby Public School. This event is sponsored by Crossroads Community Church in Ajax.
*Play all Day Family Day (Oshawa)
1:00pm-3:00pm
The Robert McLaughlin Gallery
72 Queen Street
Oshawa, ON
Come and enjoy a fun day off with the family at the RMG! We will convert the gallery spaces into a science lab! These playful science experiments with gravity, colour and more will result in brilliant masterpieces to take home.
Pay by donation ($5 per family suggested)
http://rmg.on.ca
*Family Day Swimming (Whitby)(FREE)
11am-1pm
Anne Ottenbrite Pool at Iroquois Park Sports Centre
500 Victoria Street West
Whitby, ON
You’re invited! Join the Town of Whitby this Family Day for a Free Public Swim Sponsored by the Mayor’s Community Development Fund.
http://www.whitby.ca
*Scotiabank Family Day Skating (Whitby)(FREE)
10am-3:45pm
Des Newman Arena Complex at Iroquois Park Sports Centre
500 Victoria Street West
Whitby, ON
Enjoy free Family Day Skating presented by Scotiabank! Scotiabank Family Skate 10:00 a.m.-Noon, Scotiabank Parent & Tot Skate Noon-1:30 p.m., Scotiabank Backyard Rink 1:30-3:30 p.m., Scotiabank Family Skate 2:00-3:45 p.m.
Backyard Rink participants must be under 7 years of age and have full hockey equipment.
http://www.whitby.ca
*Family Fun Day @ the Museum (Niagara Falls)(Free Admission)
10am-5pm
Niagara Falls History Museum
5810 Ferry Street
Niagara Falls, ON
Spend Family Day exploring biodiversity and habitat conservation @ the Museum! Join Earth Rangers for shows @ 11am, 1pm, 2pm & 3pm. This unique and up-close encounter with their animal ambassadors will leave you educated and inspired to help protect animals in the wild.
Other activities include scavenger hunts, crafts, FREE family portraits and three galleries full of artefacts that explore our local history!
*WINTERFEST (Niagara Falls)(Free Admission)
11am-3pm
Heartland Forest Nature Experience
8215 Kalar Road
Niagara Falls, ON
Bring the family for a great day of outdoor fun and exciting exhibits and demonstrations including:Niagara Wilderness Skills, Great Backyard Bird Count, Geocaching,Club Rex, Reptiles.
Come meet Cleo the Lynx (Ringtail Ranch and Rescue) and other animal friends. Games, Crafts and Campfire.
Bring your appetite and enjoy spider dogs, bannok, Jumbo hot dogs and fries.
Hot Coffee and Hot Chocolate to warm you up. Admission is FREE. Suitable for all ages.
http://www.heartlandforest.org/winterfest-2013/
*Family Day Fun (Alliston)
10am-12pm
The Gibson Centre
63 Tupper St. West
Alliston, ON
“Alice Dreams of Wonderland”, a Small Stages production for all ages. Bring the family out to watch the play, make crafts, have lunch (12-1pm, $5 each), and check out the art exhibit.
The first program 10:00 -12:00pm and second program 1:00 - 3:00pm
Ages 12 & under $5, Ages 13 & up $7.50.
705-435-2828
http://gibsoncentre.com/events
*Rotary Family Fun Day (Huntsville)
1pm-4pm
Cann Lake
Huntsville, ON
Enjoy a Chili cook-off competition with West Side Fish & Chips, Pub on the Docks, Family Place Restaurant & Soul Sista’s.
There will be skating, free hot chocolate from Tim Horton’s and Live Music from Tobin Spring!
Bring the whole family and get ready to enjoy a fun day outside.
FUN WINTER EVENTS ARE FINALLY HERE! Ontario is booming with fun festivals to celebrate the cold weather. I hope you find something fun and close to where you live! Have a great weekend everyone!
**FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 6, 2015**
*KidzFREE60 (Toronto) (FREE)
9:30am-11:30am
Kidz360 Active Learning Centre
3431 Dundas St. West
Toronto, ON
This time is open to the community for Parents & Kids (under 3.5 Years) to connect, participate in our free play and experience our new, fun programs each week.
http://kidz360.ca/
**SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 7, 2015**
*Cineplex Family Favourites (All Over The GTA)
11:00 am
Various Locations
It’s a fun and affordable way to enjoy the weekend with your family!
Admission: $2.99 including tax
Big Miracle
Directed by: Ken Kwapis
Starring: Drew Barrymore, John Krasinski, John Pingayak
Plot: In small town Alaska, a news reporter recruits his ex-girlfriend - a Greenpeace volunteer - on a campaign to save a family of gray whales trapped by rapidly forming ice in the Arctic Circle.
http://www.cineplex.com/Events/familyfavourites
*Arts And Crafts Drop in (All over Ontario)
10am-11:30am
Various Michaels Locations
Let your kids explore their creativity while you shop! 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!
http://canada.michaels.com/Kids-Store-Events/store-events-kids,default,pg.html
*Jungle Gym (Vaughan)
1:30pm – 3:30pm
JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre
9600 Bathurst Street
(Bathurst & Rutherford)
Vaughan, ON
Drop in program.
Our gymnasium will be set up as a jungle gym featuring a bouncy castle and a variety of fun and exciting equipment for your children to explore.
Ages 1-5
FREE for Members
Regular Fee: $5
Contact Roanna Tward for more information on programming.
905-303-1821 ex. 3014
http://fitness.srcentre.info/programs/Jungle-Gym-324.asp
*Winterfest (Richmond Hill)
11am-4pm
Mill Pond Park
Mill Street
Richmond Hill, ON
We have many things going on for kids and families that are scheduled, and many that are not scheduled (like bouncy castles, kids games and rides, skating, face painting, lots of food, the Subtonic Monks). Come on out and have fun!
http://wintercarnival.net
*Winterfest (Newmarket)
8am-3pm
Newmarket Riverwalk Commons, Newmarket Community Centre & Lions Hall and Fairy Lake Park
200 Doug Duncan Drive
Newmarket Community Centre & Lions Hall, 200 Doug Duncan Dr.
8am-3pm
Includes pancake breakfast, family bingo, children’s activities, interactive exhibits, bouncy castles, balloon twists, face painting and more.
Newmarket Riverwalk Commons, Doug Duncan Dr. and Fairy Lake Park, Water St.
10am-3pm
Includes wagon rides, pony rides, train rides, winter games and sports, stage shows, outdoor skating and hot food. Enjoy activities at the Newmarket Public Library, Elman Campbell Museum and participating stores and restaurants on historic Main Street. A donation of non-perishable food for is appreciated. Free admission (nominal fee for some activities)
http://www.newmarket.ca
*Valentines Day (Newmarket)
2pm-4pm
Elman W. Campbell Museum
134 Main St., South
Newmarket, ON
Drop in to make a Victorian-style paper lace Valentine.
Cost $5.50 per adult.
Suitable for ages 12+
905-953-5314
http://www.newmarket.ca
*Year of the Ram Chinese New Year Festival (Waterloo)(Free Admission)
12pm-4pm
Forbes Hall, RIM Park
2001 University Ave. East
Waterloo, ON
The Central Ontario Chinese Cultural Centre is pleased to present The Year of the Ram Chinese New Year Festival.
Lion Dance, Cultural Performances, Traditional Food, Cultural Exhibits and Displays, Children’s Activities, Arts and Crafts, Community Organizations.
Forbes Hall, RIM Park, 2001 University Ave. E., Waterloo
519-576-6168
http://www.coccc.net
*MPP Catherine Fife’s Community Skate (Waterloo)(FREE)
4pm-5pm
Albert McCormick Arena
500 Parkside Drive
Waterloo, ON
Join MPP Catherine Fife February 7th at Albert McCormick Community Centre for my second annual Community Skate!
There is no cost, but non-perishable food donations will be collected for the Food Bank of Waterloo Region.
http://catherinefife.com/second-annual-community-skate/
*Winterfest at Eco-House! (Hamilton)(FREE)
10am-2pm
Veevers Park & Eco House
22 Veevers Drive
Hamilton, ON
Join Green Venture and the Davis Park Community for a free day of winter fun, featuring outdoor discoveries and animal tracking, winter games and seasonal crafts at Veevers Park (Greenhill Avenue).
For those looking to stay warm, Eco House will be open for tours and a warm up, as well as hosting the much-anticipated snowman building competition!
Free warm refreshments provided.
http://greenventure.ca
*Heritage Fair (Burlington)(FREE)
10am-3:30pm
Burlington Central Library
2331 New Street
Come, See and Experience The Burlington Heritage Fair!
Enjoy a free day of seminars, interactive displays, children’s activities and exhibits by local heritage organizations.
Hear ye, hear ye! Let it be proclaimed that there will be a Jr. Town Crier contest at 12:00 pm. The contest is open to both boys and girls ages 6-10 and prizes will be awarded.
http://www.burlington.ca/heritageburlington
*Feb Fest (Port Perry)
11:30am-1:30pm
Latcham Centre
121 Queen Street
Port Perry, ON
Port Perry is having it’s third annual Feb Fest. Along with the Polar Plunge, there will be a number of winter activities.
Come early to enjoy the music, fish pond for children, popcorn, baked goods, hot chocolate, and more.
905-985-4971
*SNO Fest (Keswick)(FREE)
10am-3:15pm
THE ROC
Keswick, ON
Join us for this wintery FREE Family event with lots of activities for all ages! There will be inflatables, games, giveaways, and lots more frosty fun! With live performances and children’s entertainers - it’s an event that will put the warmth back into winter.
http://www.georgina.ca
*Winterfest 2015 (Barrie)
See Website for different participating locations and times.
Activities
Outdoor Fun at Heritage Park & Memorial Square
General Activities
Snow Sculptures
Ice Sculptures
Lumberjack Shows
Kites on Ice
Snowshoe, Cross Country Ski, and Fat Bike Demos
Maple Taffy
Fire & Light Performers
Fireworks
Family Entertainment
Doo Doo the Clown
Fun for Kids @ Your Library!
Celebrate Winterfest at the MacLaren!
Easter Seals ChiliFest
Let’s Go Skating!
Pancake Breakfast and Bake Sale
Barrie Farmers’ Market
Downtown Barrie’s Winterfest Hot Chocolate Trail
http://www.barrie.ca/culture/festivals/pages/winterfest.aspx
**SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 8, 2015**
*Vaughan WinterFest (Woodbridge)(Free Admission)
10am-3:30pm
Vellore Village Community Centre
1 Villa Royale Avenue
Woodbridge, ON
Live Outdoor Entertainment:
Singer Vita Chambers
Love You Forever & More Munsch stage show
Ice Queen & Ice Princess singing performance
Bounce Entertainment
Doo Doo The Clown
MidwayZone
IceZone
FoodZone (Food available for purchase)
Meet and Greet Opportunities:
Care Bears TM
Star Wars characters
Fairy Tale princesses
Nazem Kadri, Toronto Maple Leafs autograph signing
Attractions and Activities:
Horsedrawn Wagon Rides
Little Obie Train Rides
Tween Beauty Spa
Art Workshops & Face Painting
Vaughan Fire & Rescue Services Displays
Vaughan Public Libraries Family Storytime
Building Blocks Centre
https://www.vaughan.ca/events/winterfest/Pages/default.aspx
*Jungle Gym (Vaughan)
9:15am-10:45am
JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre
9600 Bathurst Street
(Bathurst & Rutherford)
Vaughan, ON
Drop in program.
Our gymnasium will be set up as a jungle gym featuring a bouncy castle and a variety of fun and exciting equipment for your children to explore.
Ages 1-5
FREE for Members
Regular Fee: $5
Contact Roanna Tward for more information on programming.
905-303-1821 ex. 3014
http://fitness.srcentre.info/programs/Jungle-Gym-324.asp
*Winterfest (Richmond Hill)
9am-4pm
Mill Pond Park
Mill Street
Richmond Hill, ON
We have many things going on for kids and families that are scheduled, and many that are not scheduled (like bouncy castles, kids games and rides, skating, face painting, lots of food, the Subtonic Monks). Come on out and have fun!
http://wintercarnival.net
*Valentine’s Family Sunday (Etobicoke)
2pm-4pm
Art Works Art School
238 Jane Street
Toronto, ON
Family Sundays are a great way to learn more about us. We are a community based art school whose mandate is to introduce adults, teens and children to the enriching world of art in a positive, creative
2-4 pm Family Art Lesson with All Materials Included
$5/person or $20/family, please reserve in advance.
416-766-0662
http://www.artworksartschool.com
*Valentine Card-Making for Families (Toronto)
1pm-4pm
Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre
67 Pottery Road
Toronto, ON
Create personalized Valentine Cards to share with loved ones while you learn about the history of Valentine’s Day. Refreshments provided.
A Family Workshop - For ages 6 and up.
Pre-registration required.
Adult $15; Children $8 (plus tax).
http://www.toronto.ca/museum-events
*Creation Station Sundays (Caledon)(FREE)
1pm-3pm
Albion Bolton Library
150 Queen Street South
Bolton, ON
Sundays are the perfect day to build, create, read and discover. This program presents all builders and creators with a challenge: build the tallest Lego structure or longest bridge. We supply the materials, you are the inspiration! FREE drop in program, fun for the whole family.
*Winterfest (Hamilton)
12pm-2pm
Gourley Park
Off of Brigadoon Drive
Hamilton, ON
There will be horse drawn wagon rides, log sawing, nail driving, other Winter related games, activities, crafts and events. Meet Chimo the Winterfest mascot. Face painting and so much more.
Food and refreshments will be available.
www.gourleypark.com
*Winterfest 2015 (Barrie)
See Website for different participating locations and times.
Activities
Outdoor Fun at Heritage Park & Memorial Square
General Activities
Snow Sculptures
Ice Sculptures
Lumberjack Shows
Kites on Ice
Snowshoe, Cross Country Ski, and Fat Bike Demos
Maple Taffy
Family Entertainment
Pandora’s Sox presents Puppets & Songs
Fun for Kids @ Your Library!
Celebrate Winterfest at the MacLaren!
Easter Seals ChiliFest
Let’s Go Skating
Polar Bear Swim
Soup’sOn!
Downtown Barrie’s Winterfest Hot Chocolate Trail
http://www.barrie.ca/culture/festivals/pages/winterfest.aspx
It looks like it is going to be a snow filled weekend! If your family enjoys outdoor skating, there are some great outdoor rinks in downtown Toronto that offer FREE public skating. The Natrel Rink at Harbour Front, Nathan Philips Square, and Evergreen Brick Works are all free ones.
This weekend isn’t very busy with activities but as Family Day and Valentines Day are both approaching, the calendar will be filling up a lot more.
Have a great weekend and stay warm!
**FRIDAY, JANUARY 30, 2015**
*Play All Day (Richmond Hill)
Treehouse Play Centre
9688 Leslie Street
Richmond Hill, ON
$5 entry fee for kids 6 and under to play all day.
http://treehouseplaycentre.com
**KidzFREE60 (Toronto) (FREE)
9:30am-11:30am
Kidz360 Active Learning Centre
3431 Dundas St. West
Toronto, ON
This time is open to the community for Parents & Kids (under 3.5 Years) to connect, participate in our free play and experience our new, fun programs each week.
http://kidz360.ca/
*Stories n Skate for Family Literacy Day (Waterloo)
1:30pm-3:30pm
McCormick Branch
500 Parkside Drive
Waterloo, ON
Stories, crafts, games and ice skating. All ages. Join us at the McCormick Branch for PD Day Fun. Stories, crafts and games in the Community Room from 1:30pm to 2:30pm, then lace up your skates for free ice skating from 2:30pm to 3:30pm. Registration is not required. Everyone welcome.
http://www.wpl.ca
*Winterfest (Midland)
527 Len Self Boulevard
Midland, ON
There are plenty of activities indoors and outdoors that cater to all ages.
Visit their website to view the activity schedule and times.
http://www.midland.ca/Shared%20Documents/parks/Winterfest%202015.pdf
**SATURDAY, JANUARY 31, 2015**
*Cineplex Family Favourites (All Over The GTA)
11:00 am
Various Locations
It’s a fun and affordable way to enjoy the weekend with your family!
Admission: $2.99 including tax
An American Tail
Directed by: Don Bluth
Starring: Dom DeLuise, Christopher Plummer, Erica Yohn
Plot: While emigrating to the United States, a young Russian mouse gets separated from his family and must relocate them while trying to survive in a new country.
http://www.cineplex.com/Events/familyfavourites
*Arts And Crafts Drop in (All over Ontario)
10am-11:30am
Various Michaels Locations
Let your kids explore their creativity while you shop! 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!
http://canada.michaels.com/Kids-Store-Events/store-events-kids,default,pg.html
*Jungle Gym (Vaughan)
1:30pm – 3:30pm
JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre
9600 Bathurst Street
(Bathurst & Rutherford)
Vaughan, ON
Drop in program.
Our gymnasium will be set up as a jungle gym featuring a bouncy castle and a variety of fun and exciting equipment for your children to explore.
Ages 1-5
FREE for Members
Regular Fee: $5
Contact Roanna Tward for more information on programming.
905-303-1821 ex. 3014
http://fitness.srcentre.info/programs/Jungle-Gym-324.asp
*Community Centre 55 Winter Carnival (Toronto)
10am-2pm
Kimberley Publci School
50 Swanwick Avenue
Toronto, ON
Children’s crafts, games and activities. Bake Sale
*Free admission at Wye Marsh (Midland) (FREE)
9am-5pm
16160 Hwy 12 East
Midland, ON
Escape, explore and experience Wye Marsh for free. Re-connect with nature by exploring our trails, hand feeding chickadees or seeing some of Ontario’s native wildlife upclose.
Ski and snowshoe rentals are available for an additional cost. To plan your trip, visit us online!
http://www.wyemarsh.com
*Winterfest (Midland)
527 Len Self Boulevard
Midland, ON
There are plenty of activities indoors and outdoors that cater to all ages.
Visit their website to view the activity schedule and times.
http://www.midland.ca/Shared%20Documents/parks/Winterfest%202015.pdf
**SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 1, 2015**
*Tu B’Shevat Seder for Families (Thornhill)
12pm- 2pm
Shaar Shalom Synagogue, 2 Simonston Boulevard
Thornhill, ON
Learn the story behind the holiday of the Harvest! Register your family now for Shaar Shalom’s annual Tu b’Shvat Seder!
$20 per family.
RSVP: Anna [email protected]
*Jungle Gym (Vaughan)
9:15am-10:45am
JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre
9600 Bathurst Street
(Bathurst & Rutherford)
Vaughan, ON
Drop in program.
Our gymnasium will be set up as a jungle gym featuring a bouncy castle and a variety of fun and exciting equipment for your children to explore.
Ages 1-5
FREE for Members
Regular Fee: $5
Contact Roanna Tward for more information on programming.
905-303-1821 ex. 3014
http://fitness.srcentre.info/programs/Jungle-Gym-324.asp
*Happy Birthday to the Trees (Toronto)(FREE)
10am - 12am
130 Carlton Street
(Party Room/Allan Gardens)
Toronto, ON
Join us for brunch (generously donated by JChmaltz Appetizing)
crafts, story time and tour of Allan Gardens.
For information: Tema 416.638.4783 x27 or [email protected]
RSVP: http://bit.ly/bdaytrees
*Tu B’Shevat Party (Toronto)(FREE)
2:30 - 4:30pm
Wychwood Barns
601 Christie Street
Toronto, ON
Helene Comay Preschool & Theatre District Spaces
Come celebrate the birthday of the Trees! With Camp Gesher, Makom, Paul Penna Downtown Jewish Day School, PJ Library & The Helene Comay Nursery School.
RSVP: Sheri 416.928.3537 or [email protected]
*Israeli Family Tu B’ Shevat Seder (Toronto)
11am - 1:30pm
Wolfond Centre for Jewish Campus Life
36 Harbord Street
Toronto, ON
Come celebrate Tu Bishvat and Yom Hamishpacha with a seder, arts & crafts, planting seeds and lunch! Co-presented by Hillel of Greater Toronto and the Miles Nadal JCC.
$15 per family
RSVP: Liraz Rot Rolnitsky 416.924.6211 x321 or [email protected]
*Family Sunday (Kitchener)
1pm-4pm
Kitchener-Waterloo Art Gallery
101 Queen Street North
Kitchener, ON
Drop-in
All ages welcome
Activities designed for ages 4 - 12 + adult companion
Share creative time with friends and family exploring the world of art and creativity. Enjoy the exhibitions and make one-of-a-kind artwork of your own, take part in drama workshops and interactive games, and listen to stories told by our friends at the Kitchener Public Library. Exciting new activities each month.
Suggested donation of $5 per child.
519-579-5860 x100
http://www.kwag.ca/en/index.asp
*Sunday FUNday - Victorian Valentines (Oshawa)
12pm-4pm
Oshawa Community Museum
1450 Simcoe Street South
Oshawa, ON
Sunday FUNdays are a new series of activities being offered by the Museum on the first Sunday of each month, beginning in February. These activities encourage people to come out and see various aspects of the Museum’s education collection and interact directly with the artifacts. Sunday FUNday themes include candle and butter making, garden weaving, using drop spindles and Victorian valentines.
9054367624
http://www.oshawamuseum.org
*Winterfest (Midland)
527 Len Self Boulevard
Midland, ON
There are plenty of activities indoors and outdoors that cater to all ages.
Visit their website to view the activity schedule and times.
http://www.midland.ca/Shared%20Documents/parks/Winterfest%202015.pdf
**MONDAY, FEBRUARY 2, 2015**
*P.A. Day Movie (Richmond Hill) (FREE)
2pm-3:40pm
Central Library
1 Atkinson
Richmond Hill, ON
Come and join us for a special P.A. Day movie at the library.
On Monday February 2nd we will be showing Disney Pixar’s Ratatouille
Please feel free to bring a nut-free snack to the movie.
Tickets for the movie will be handed out 15 minutes before the movie starts in the Warm Walkway on the East Side. There is a limit of 80 tickets for each movie.
http://www.rhpl.richmondhill.on.ca/RHPL/
*Family Ceramic Painting (Maple)
10:30 am OR 6:30 pm.
At The Chabad Romano Centre 10500 Bathurst Street
Bring the kids for a PA Day family ceramics workshop with Mrs. Tammy Heyman, ceramics artist.
Make your own ceramic pieces - choices of Judaic and other ceramics.
Only pay for the pieces you take. Prices range from $10-$35 per item.
RSVP Required: [email protected]
*PJ Story Time (Bolton)
7:15pm-8pm
Albion Bolton Branch
150 Queen Street South
45 minute bedtime story time perfect for the whole family - PJs mandatory with snugglies and/or blankies optional! Join us at 7:15 at the
905-857-1400
http://www.caledon.library.on.cai
