The Summer of the Staycation
Aug 6, 2021
There isn’t a better time to enjoy the hidden gems of Ontario Even as Ontario begins to re-open, restrictions remain on international travel and vacations. After more than
Articles
Where to Pick Peaches in Southern Ontario
Aug 5, 2021
Late July through to September is peach season in Ontario. You can buy local fresh peaches from farmers’ markets and even your local grocer. But a lot more
Visit the Sunflowers of Elora
Aug 5, 2021
A selfie-lover’s paradise is about to bloom in picturesque Elora! Sunflowers of Elora – a festival celebrating one of the most photographed plants on social media – kicks
Keep Kids Hydrated and Safe During a Heatwave
Aug 2, 2021
Are you Keeping Your Kids Cool? Young children are more susceptible to dehydration and becoming ill in hot weather than healthy adults. Children’s bodies don’t tend to cool down as efficiently which leaves them more at risk than during a summer heatwave.
August Creator Camps at Curiosity Lab
Jul 30, 2021
Customized, private virtual classes from the Curiosity Lab are now available for August. Meet your instructor and view program curriculum online. Now until August 15 you can save 20% on each camp program when you mention Child’s Life!
Summer Movies under the Stars
Jul 26, 2021
Movies under the Stars events generally start in June and run one day a week until September. These are evenings bring with them a great sense of community,
Summers Glow: Best Spots for a Sunflower Day Trip in Ontario
Jul 23, 2021
As early as late July and continuing into September you can enjoy the warm yellow glow of sunflowers in bloom all across Ontario. What used to be a
Read on Canada: Helping Kids Keep Up During Covid
Jul 23, 2021
As we enter our second summer of the COVID-19 pandemic, after another school year filled with disruptions and challenges, it’s clear that far too many children are struggling
Fergus Scottish Festival Celebrates it’s 75th Year
Jul 14, 2021
Gie it laldy! The Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games is celebrating its 75th Anniversary 2.021 on the weekend of August 13 to 15, 2021.
Baskin-Robbins Brings the Beach to Families
Jul 8, 2021
Baskin-Robbins Creature Creations 2.0 and July Flavour of the Month is all about the BEACH! New Beach Day flavour rolls into dipping cabinets along with creative lineup of
10 Fun Kids Books for Father’s Day
Jun 10, 2021
Father’s Day is just around the corner, it’s the perfect time for some 1-on-1 time with the kids, and what better way to do that than storytime? Either get kids into the spirit for an awesome DAD celebration ahead of time or curl up for storytime on Father’s Day.
Pick Your Own Strawberries
Jun 9, 2021
What could make a better family day trip than spending an afternoon with the kids outdoors, supporting local farmers and heading home with some delicious, sweet homegrown strawberries!
Farmers Markets & Pick Your Own
Jun 1, 2021
Guide to local farms in York Region and Durham. Find country markets selling fresh fruit and vegetables, sweet corn, organic produce, pick your own strawberries, berries, apples and family fun farms, petting zoos and hayrides!
My Own Baby Signing Story
May 24, 2021
Like many parents who sign with their baby, my initial motivation for teaching my son American Sign Language (ASL) vocabulary was to give him a way to express
Plan a Virtual Classroom Year-End Festival with EXPLORUM
May 19, 2021
Book a fun hands-on Science or DIY’Arts workshop with EXPLORUM that your students from Kindergarten to Grade 6, they can do from the comfort and safety of their kitchen!
2021 CNE Cancelled for Second Year
May 14, 2021
Today’s announcement by the City of Toronto to extend the current cancellation of in-person City-led and City-permitted major outdoor events through to Labour Day, will impact major festivals and events for a second year in a row, including the CNE which was scheduled to take place August 20 to September 6, 2021.
Dinos and Friends Coming to Pickering & Hamilton
May 12, 2021
The epic Dino and Friends dinosaur drive-through experience is coming to Hamilton and Pickering this spring! The socially distanced, fully contactless, drive-thru event was going to be held
Together Apart Summer Cirque comes to Markham
May 11, 2021
For the first time in over a year, world-class acrobatic theatre company, The 7 Fingers, will perform to live audiences in Toronto in Together Apart Summer Cirque. From The Concierge
Strum and the Wild Turkeys
May 6, 2021
When Strum meets The Wild Turkeys, he discovers that friends can feel like family. Strum and The Wild Turkeys is a book about finding your voice through a sense of
Bingemans announces a virtual Esports Tournament, Rocket Royale
Apr 27, 2021
With shutdown restrictions leaving many kids with little to do, Bingemans is excited to announce its entry into Esports with a free online Fortnite and Rocket League tournament
The Summer of the Staycation
Aug 6, 2021
There isn’t a better time to enjoy the hidden gems of Ontario Even as Ontario begins to re-open, restrictions remain on international travel and vacations. After more than 15
Where to Pick Peaches in Southern Ontario
Aug 5, 2021
Late July through to September is peach season in Ontario. You can buy local fresh peaches from farmers’ markets and even your local grocer. But a lot more fun,
Visit the Sunflowers of Elora
Aug 5, 2021
A selfie-lover’s paradise is about to bloom in picturesque Elora! Sunflowers of Elora – a festival celebrating one of the most photographed plants on social media – kicks off
Keep Kids Hydrated and Safe During a Heatwave
Aug 2, 2021
Are you Keeping Your Kids Cool? Young children are more susceptible to dehydration and becoming ill in hot weather than healthy adults. Children’s bodies don’t tend to cool down as efficiently which leaves them more at risk than during a summer heatwave.
August Creator Camps at Curiosity Lab
Jul 30, 2021
Customized, private virtual classes from the Curiosity Lab are now available for August. Meet your instructor and view program curriculum online. Now until August 15 you can save 20% on each camp program when you mention Child’s Life!
Summer Movies under the Stars
Jul 26, 2021
Movies under the Stars events generally start in June and run one day a week until September. These are evenings bring with them a great sense of community, and
Summers Glow: Best Spots for a Sunflower Day Trip in Ontario
Jul 23, 2021
As early as late July and continuing into September you can enjoy the warm yellow glow of sunflowers in bloom all across Ontario. What used to be a pretty
Read on Canada: Helping Kids Keep Up During Covid
Jul 23, 2021
As we enter our second summer of the COVID-19 pandemic, after another school year filled with disruptions and challenges, it’s clear that far too many children are struggling with
Fergus Scottish Festival Celebrates it’s 75th Year
Jul 14, 2021
Gie it laldy! The Fergus Scottish Festival and Highland Games is celebrating its 75th Anniversary 2.021 on the weekend of August 13 to 15, 2021.
Baskin-Robbins Brings the Beach to Families
Jul 8, 2021
Baskin-Robbins Creature Creations 2.0 and July Flavour of the Month is all about the BEACH! New Beach Day flavour rolls into dipping cabinets along with creative lineup of ice
10 Fun Kids Books for Father’s Day
Jun 10, 2021
Father’s Day is just around the corner, it’s the perfect time for some 1-on-1 time with the kids, and what better way to do that than storytime? Either get kids into the spirit for an awesome DAD celebration ahead of time or curl up for storytime on Father’s Day.
Pick Your Own Strawberries
Jun 9, 2021
What could make a better family day trip than spending an afternoon with the kids outdoors, supporting local farmers and heading home with some delicious, sweet homegrown strawberries!
Farmers Markets & Pick Your Own
Jun 1, 2021
Guide to local farms in York Region and Durham. Find country markets selling fresh fruit and vegetables, sweet corn, organic produce, pick your own strawberries, berries, apples and family fun farms, petting zoos and hayrides!
My Own Baby Signing Story
May 24, 2021
Like many parents who sign with their baby, my initial motivation for teaching my son American Sign Language (ASL) vocabulary was to give him a way to express his
Plan a Virtual Classroom Year-End Festival with EXPLORUM
May 19, 2021
Book a fun hands-on Science or DIY’Arts workshop with EXPLORUM that your students from Kindergarten to Grade 6, they can do from the comfort and safety of their kitchen!
2021 CNE Cancelled for Second Year
May 14, 2021
Today’s announcement by the City of Toronto to extend the current cancellation of in-person City-led and City-permitted major outdoor events through to Labour Day, will impact major festivals and events for a second year in a row, including the CNE which was scheduled to take place August 20 to September 6, 2021.
Dinos and Friends Coming to Pickering & Hamilton
May 12, 2021
The epic Dino and Friends dinosaur drive-through experience is coming to Hamilton and Pickering this spring! The socially distanced, fully contactless, drive-thru event was going to be held at
Together Apart Summer Cirque comes to Markham
May 11, 2021
For the first time in over a year, world-class acrobatic theatre company, The 7 Fingers, will perform to live audiences in Toronto in Together Apart Summer Cirque. From The Concierge Club,
Strum and the Wild Turkeys
May 6, 2021
When Strum meets The Wild Turkeys, he discovers that friends can feel like family. Strum and The Wild Turkeys is a book about finding your voice through a sense of belonging
Bingemans announces a virtual Esports Tournament, Rocket Royale
Apr 27, 2021
With shutdown restrictions leaving many kids with little to do, Bingemans is excited to announce its entry into Esports with a free online Fortnite and Rocket League tournament called
Kids Events and Fun Things To Do in Toronto, York Region, Peel, Durham, Halton, Simcoe County and Southern Ontario for Families.
