toronto: what to do, what to do?
Filed Under Events | May 27, 2010
This week’s all about babies, better bodies and the arts. Whether you wish to interview Doulas, be involved in drama or learn how to get your wee-one to eat healthy foods, Toronto’s buzzing for families this week. And we’re looking forward to momcafe’s “Babies, Business and Blogging” tomorrow.
Anytime is Story Time
Thursday, May 27th, 10 am – 10:45 am, Colborne Lodge, Colborne Lodge Drive, Toronto
Harriet Xanthakos, a professional storyteller with the Parent-Child Mother Goose program, leads you through interactive activities with your kids that promote adult-child bonding and literacy through the use of touch, music and language. Be sure to pre-register by calling 416.392.6916: wx.toronto.ca
Doula Speed Dating
Thursday, May 27th, 7:30 pm, Hands on Health, 4939 Dundas Street West, Toronto
Come and focus your Doula-search while also learning about chiropractic care during pregnancy, massage therapy and hypnobirthing. It’s free but it’s recommended you pre-register by calling 416.722.3814: www.westenddoula.com
Babies, Business and Blogging
Friday, May 28th, 9 – 11 am, One Up, 130 Dundas Street West, Toronto
Sit back and relax while you enjoy a light breakfast, steaming latté and onsite childcare, while listening to Julie Cole talk about how she balances raising her six kids, with running Mabel’s Labels Inc. and embracing social media to connect with moms all over the world: www.momscafenetwork.com
Doors Open Toronto
Saturday, May 29th & Sunday, May 30th, hours and locations vary, Toronto
Admission is free when buildings of architectural, historic, cultural and/or social significance open their doors to the public. Popular spots to visit with the family include Black Creek Pioneer Village, Casa Loma Stables and Potting Shed, Fort York National Historic Site and John St. Roundhouse of the Toronto Railway Heritage Centre. Be sure to check their site for details on hours and locations: www.toronto.ca
Diefenbaker Public School Fun Fair
Saturday, May 29th, 10 am – 2 pm, Diefenbaker Public School, 175 Plains Road, Toronto
Bring the family to this rain-or-shine fair to enjoy inflatable bouncers, games, races, raffles, silent auction, a food court and more. This community event promises to be a fun-filled day. Proceeds will go towards supporting student enrichment programs. Call 416.396.2350 for more info.
Centre for Art and Soul Drop-In/Drop-Off Workshops
Saturday, May 29th, 10:30 am – Noon (Multi-Media Art for Kids Workshop), 1 – 2:30 pm (Drama & Music Theatre for Kids Workshop) & 3 pm – 4:30 pm (Yoga ‘n Art for Kids Workshop), Centre for Art and Soul, 345 Sorauren Ave., Studio #6, Toronto
These workshops are for kids from four on up and involve fun, creativity and friendship. Check their site for all the details on each of the workshops and pre-register by calling 416.565.3712: centreforartandsoul.com
Double Trouble for Alistair Ant
Saturday, May 29th & Sunday, May 30th, 10:30 am, 12:30 pm, 3:30 pm, Solar Stage Children’s Theatre, 100 Upper Madison, Toronto
Alistair Ant wants a friend who’s just like him in every way. Can a zany scientist and an ingenious machine help Alistair discover the true meaning of friendship? This play is recommended for kids from three to seven: www.solarstage.on.ca
14 Ways To Get A Loved One To Eat Healthily
Saturday, May 29th, 2 – 3 pm, Whole Foods Market, 87 Avenue Road, Toronto
Yafa Sakkejha – owner of House of Verona Health Resort in Blue Mountain – will share her top tactics for getting even the youngest kids to reach for carrots instead of chips. Attendees will also receive a $5 Whole Foods Market Gift Card. Call 416.944.0500 to register: wholefoodsmarket.com
Great Strides Walk
Sunday, May 30th, 8:30 am – 2 pm, Toronto Zoo, Meadowvale Road, Toronto
Join the Canadian Cystic Fibrosis Foundation at the Toronto Zoo for a day of family fun while taking Great Strides™ to cure Cystic Fibrosis. Collect a minimum of $25 in pledges per participant and receive entrance to the Toronto Zoo, a map, walk activities, a free lunch (yes, there is such a thing!), access to a Wow! Wow! Wubbzy! sing-a-long and a special meet and greet with Dora the Explorer: www.torontozoo.com
“The Button People”: A World Music Safari Adventure
Sunday, May 30th, 2 pm, York Woods District Library Theatre, 1785 Finch Avenue West, Toronto
The whole family can embark upon a musical voyage that introduces all ages to a cross-section of rhythms and sounds. Incorporating over 30 unique instruments, the show engages everyone and encourages them to become active participants in the search for the Button People: www.mysticdrumz.com
The Monkey Bunch and Friends: CD Release Party
Sunday, May 30th, 3 – 4 pm, The Great Hall, 1087 Queen Street West, Toronto
Enjoy a live musical performance by The Monkey Bunch to celebrate the release of their much anticipated second CD, Power To The Little People! There will also be art and drama with Centre for Art and Soul, organic vegetable from Front Door Organics, cookies from New Moon Kitchen and more: www.themonkeybunch.com
Farther Afield:
R.O.S.E. Program for Kids
Friday, May 28th, 9:30 am – 11 am, The Rose Theatre, 1 Theatre Lane, Brampton
R.O.S.E stands for Recognizing Original Self Expression and this is a free program of creative music, movement, drama and imagination for kids from 18 to 48 months. Registration is required by calling 905.793.4841: www.myrosetheatre.ca
Peel Children’s Water Festival Family Fun Day
Saturday, May 29th, 10 am – 4 pm, Heart Lake Conservation Area, 10818 Heart Lake Road, Caladon
Family Fun Day is a community event that offers an array of water-related activities and events throughout the day. Come and enjoy a magic show, trout release, snakes, a puppet show, face painting and more. And it’s all free: www.peelregion.ca
Wonderful World of Circus
Saturday, May 29th & Sunday, May 30th , 1 pm – 2 pm, Wonderful World of Circus, 2600 John Street, Markham Bring the family out to enjoy circus acts, aerial gymnastics, trained poodles and doves, acrobatics, and clown acts. Tickets can be purchased at the door: www.wonderfulworldofcircus.com
Bike 4 Betty Family Fun Festival
Sunday, May 30th, 11 am – 2 pm, Memorial Park, 20 Lakeshore Road East, Mississauga
A great lunch featuring Extreme Pita, Pizza Pizza and BBQ hosted by Delta Toronto Airport West will follow the ride event, along with a fun family festival. Festivities include live entertainment, clowns, face painting, inflatables and more: www.bike4betty.com
Welcome Wagon Baby Show
Sunday, May 30th, 1 – 4 pm, The Blue Danube, 1686 Ellesmere Rd, Scarborough
Expectant mamas won’t want to miss this free event for mum-to-be and guest(s). There will be gift bags and door prizes, as well as helpful information to get you all organized for you new arrival. Be sure to register in advance by calling 1.866.873.9945: www.welcomewagon.ca
Want to help us make this weekend guide even more bursting with fun? Just email us your family-friendly happenings, festivals, fairs and workshops in the Greater Toronto area.
And we wanted to remind you to always call or visit the website for event info before you head out just in case any changes have been made since we posted it. And of course, have fun!
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