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March 2019
ROMKids Day Camp
Looking for something to do with the kids on their school PD Days? Join us at the ROM for a day at camp! Kids have special access to hands-on learning at the Museum. Register your kids ages 5 – 14 for a full day of ROM Camp. This one-day version of our popular Summer Club program provides a full day of supervised educational activities, art projects, science experiments, and more! Pre-registration is required. Limited space is available. Registration is on…
Find out more »60 Minutes to Save the Holidays
Family Friendly Escape Room Your car breaks down as you're driving home in a blizzard. All is not lost, however. You spot an inviting looking house with the lights on! When you approach the house something seems strange - it says "Shhh! Top Secret Elf Research Station!" on the door. Inside you discover that the Elf in Charge has been given a very important task and he needs your help! Can you save the holidays in 60 minutes? This family-friendly…
Find out more »Zuul: Life of an Armoured Dinosaur
Come face to face with Zuul, the gnarly-faced, horned armoured dinosaur with a sledgehammer-like tail in this ROM original exhibition. This remarkably well-preserved ankylosaur was recently identified by ROM paleontologists as a new species, and now they can’t help but wonder: what was life like for Zuul? Seventy-six million years ago this 6-metre-long, 2.5-ton, plant-eating ankylosaur, covered in body armour from its head down to its menacing tail club, roamed the Earth. Today, Zuul is one of the most complete…
Find out more »Spring Classes at Crow’s Kids!
Registration for our Crow’s Kids Spring classes is now open! ‘Where’s the Beat?’ is a fun way for kids 2-5 yrs old and a caregiver to discover music, rhythms and beats while exploring young listening and motor skills. Creative Drama Play invites kids 6-9 yrs and 10-12yrs to explore their interest in performance through fun and dynamic theatre games and partner work while igniting their imagination and building their confidence. Classes run January 13- April 13th (12 classes) No classes…
Find out more »Scientastic Saturdays
Fun and dynamic science experiments in French (with a bit of English) for your young "scientist!" 90-minute workshops offered on Saturday mornings in a fully equipped Science Lab where students have their own station with up-to-date science materials and equipment. 5- to 8-year-olds could make a liquid rainbow, concoct gooey slime, build planets or much more. 9- to 12-year olds could explore the principle of a catapult, pretend they are astronauts, build their own car among other experiments. The 7-week…
Find out more »Crow’s Theatre Creative Drama Play
Through fun and dynamic theatre games and partner work, young kids can explore their interest in performance while igniting their imaginations and building their confidence. Participants 6-9 years of age will be introduced to the use of breath, voice and movement in performance, while the 10-12 year olds will also engage with simple elements of text and collective creation.
Find out more »Where’s the Beat? Spring 2019
Kids 2-5yrs old and a caregiver are invited to spend their Saturday mornings discovering music, rhythms and beats while exploring their young listening and motor skills. In the class you’ll learn a repertoire of songs that you can sing with your kids anytime, anyplace. When your kids see you participating in the activities of the class, they’ll want to join in too because they love to do what you do, and with love and praise and encouragement their confidence and…
Find out more »Ontario Science Centre/STEAMLabs Maker Club
The Ontario Science Centre is partnering with STEAMLabs for Maker Club: a series of weekend workshops for kids and youth aged 6-18 this winter. Participants will explore science, technology, engineering, art and math in these exciting and intensive workshops. Held in the unique setting of the Science Centre, participants are sure to be inspired to experience what it means to be a Maker, from idea to finished product. Classes begin in January 2019 and will be held Saturdays and Sundays.
Find out more »How to Breathe Forever Exhibition Family Kit
Onsite Gallery, OCAD University is happy to offer a free interactive guide for families and young visitors to creatively engage with our current contemporary art exhibition, How to Breathe Forever.
Find out more »REGALIA, Native Pride
Guests of the CN Tower and 360 Restaurant will have access to REGALIA, Native Pride, a limited time exhibition hosted on the new observation level of the CN Tower. Through 30 portraits, men, women, and children dressed in stunning and colourful regalia tell their personal stories as well as those of their people and their worldview. This beautifully produced photo exhibit allows visitors to get a glimpse of a powwow and see images of men, women and children from 14…
Find out more »Inventorium 2.0
Bring your imagination to life through a range of hands-on activities, including coding, lasering, making and weaving. Experience this dynamic, collaborative space designed to spark questions and test your creativity — while connecting you with fellow participants, makers and artists in science, tech, art and design experiences. Explore the intersections of art, science and technology with two unique textile “BioArt” installations by artists Jude Abu Zaineh and Elaine Whittaker.* Their separate and distinct works have one thing in common: they…
Find out more »Celebrate 50 Years with the Ontario Science Center
For our 50th birthday year, we’re rallying all generations of dreamers and doers to join us in celebrating the human adventure of discovery. Exciting Programming — All Year Long A full calendar of events will take place every month throughout 2019 — from Sleepovers and Maker Workshops to Star Parties, Nuit Blanche and our Great Conversations Speakers Series. There is always something happening for everyone at the Science Centre!
Find out more »Merry Munsch Pyjama Party!
Some of your favourite Robert Munsch stories acted out by a lively cast in their jam-jams. Wear yours to come see it! Weekends from February 9 to May 5, 2019 Wychwood Theatre, Artscape Wychwood Barns 601 Christie Street - Studio 176 Toronto ON M6G 4C7
Find out more »Register for The Spring Term With Music Together in the Village!
Our SPRING Semester begins March 31st 2019 - REGISTER TODAY! There's still time to take advantage of our "EARLY BIRD" DISCOUNT! Register by February 28th and receive $10 off your tuition! - COUPON CODE EARLYBIRD2 Register by March 5th and receive $5 off your tuition! - COUPON CODE EARLYBIRD3 After March 5th, tuition will be full price. Fun! Fabulous! Uplifting! Magical! These are just just a few of the ways that parents describe Music Together. Each week in our Music Together classes, babies, toddlers, preschoolers -- and the grownups…
Find out more »Treasures of a Desert Kingdom
Explore the spectacular royal arts of one of India’s greatest former kingdoms, Jodhpur, Rajasthan. Alluring jewellery, lavish tents and canopies, vibrant paintings, and opulent decorative arts tell stories of kingship, strategic alliances, the role of women and life at court. Amassed over the course of nearly four centuries, these treasures reflect the history and artistic legacy of the Rathore dynasty, one of the longest continuous royal lineages in the world, that ruled this desert kingdom until India’s independence in 1947.…
Find out more »The moon: A voyage through time
Mar 09, 2019 - Aug 18, 2019 To mark the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 lunar landing The Moon: A Voyage Through Time explores our enduring fascination with this enchanting orb in the sky and looks at the role it has played in faith, science, and the arts across the Muslim world and beyond. This major new exhibition showcases ancient artifacts, important miniature paintings, scientific instruments, Islamic manuscripts, and contemporary art. Together with interactive devices, displays, and installations The…
Find out more »The Moon: A Voyage Through Time
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first human steps on the moon by discovering the wonder, knowledge, and beauty the moon has inspired through the ages. Since the dawn of civilization, the moon has captivated cultures. To mark the 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 lunar landing, The Moon: A Voyage Through Time explores our enduring fascination with this enchanting orb in the sky and looks at the role it has played in faith, science, and the arts across the…
Find out more »The Little Prince: Reimagined
“The most important things in life can’t be seen with the eyes… you have to see them with your heart.” Antoine de Saint-Exupéry’s beloved masterpiece The Little Prince tells the story of a nameless pilot whose plane crashes in the desert, where he has a life-changing encounter with a mysterious boy who claims to be the Prince of his own small planet. As the pilot learns the Prince’s story, he overcomes his suspicions and rediscovers his long-lost sense of wonder…
Find out more »Shen Yun 2019
Shen Yun 2019 - A global sensation returns! “5,000 years of Chinese music and dance in one night” –The New York Times Embark on a wondrous journey through China’s divinely inspired culture. Discover the profound wisdom and divine beauty of a lost civilization. Treat yourself and your loved ones to an extraordinary experience that's leaving millions in awe. Catch one of the last 8 performances of the breathtaking 2019 production at the Four Seasons Centre for the Performing Arts. March…
Find out more »Free Water Babies Trial Classes
Ever wondered what a Water Babies class is like? We’d be happy to share this experience with you and it’s on us! Be guided through our trial class by an expert teacher and we’ll have staff on site to answer all your questions about the watery world of baby swimming! It’s really important that you contact our office in ADVANCE so we can register you for a spot. Please call us on 647-967-7946 or email us at [email protected]
Find out more »ROMKids Sleepovers
Bunk down for the night at Toronto’s ultimate backstage museum pass at the Royal Ontario Museum! Before bedtime, visitors are invited to get up close to Museum artifacts with exclusive after-hours access to our galleries, speak with ROM experts, enjoy a special movie screening, and make your own souvenir to take home. Plus don't miss the PJ karaoke and late night snack! ROMKids Sleepovers include: Admission to the ROM for the evening and the following day of your event A…
Find out more »Toronto Yoga Show
Over 300 yoga and wellness brands in one 10,000 sq. ft show floor. Go on a mindful shopping spree or fill your heart in our Yoga Garden featuring free yoga classes, dances, demonstrations and celebrations with our faculty. in our Yoga Garden.
Find out more »Carnivore Enrichment Feedings at the Toronto Zoo
Every Saturday & Sunday Enrichment at the Toronto Zoo aims to enhance our animals’ environments by providing them with opportunities that stimulate their natural behaviours. Giving animals opportunities to follow their natural instincts is as essential to their overall health and well-being as good nutrition and medical care. Many different forms of environmental enrichment are used throughout the Zoo to encourage natural behaviours and provide choice in an animal’s daily routine. Some devices may encourage foraging behaviours while others are…
Find out more »Wildlife Explorers – Spring 2019
This program aims to get children outdoors while learning about spring and the renewal of life cycles. See and learn about who has returned from a long migration, watch plants germinate and come into bloom with brilliant spring flowers, and investigate early season insects, amphibians and more. Indoor spring themed activities and crafts also make up part of this program. Event price: $145/six week session or $25/child/individual date
Find out more »Nature Blows Our Minds!
Do you value environmental education, but don’t know how to engage kids with abstract concepts such as habitats and biodiversity? Are you looking for fun kids activities to celebrate Earth Hour and Earth Day? Bring your kids to our workshop and see how game-based learning can capture their excitement! This workshop aims to spark children’s interest in biology and ecology. Kids will learn about oceanic ecosystems and gain knowledge on environmental stewardship. Besides quizzes, videos and group activities, kids can…
Find out more »Family Fan Day
Don’t miss this year’s Canadian Screen Awards Family Fan Day! Come meet your favourite stars on Saturday, March 30 from 10:00AM to 2:00PM at the Sony Centre for the Performing Arts! Hosted by Suki & Spencer from The Zone on YTV, it’s a FREE event with unlimited fun for the whole family! Meet & Greet with your favourite Stars including: -Cookie Monster, Elmo, and Abby from Sesame Street -Chase and Rubble from Paw Patrol -Peppa Pig and George Pig from…
Find out more »Cineplex Family Favourites: Racetime
Don’t miss Cineplex Family Favourites, great family movies every Saturday at 11am. Watch a family favourite film each week for only $2.99. It’s a fun and affordable way to enjoy the summertime with your family and friends! A portion of the proceeds goes towards supporting WE Charity. March 30, 2019: Racetime
Find out more »Children’s Pillage in the Village
Children's Pillage in the Village is a friendly place to buy and sell gently used kids clothing and toys.
Find out more »Night at the Museum: Earth Hour
This Earth Hour, turn out the lights and turn up the lamplight. Visit Henry House after hours and learn about life before electricity. Costumed guides are on hand this evening to shed light on an earlier time. Look for Oshawa Power in the Henry House Kitchen, talking about energy conservation and will have PUC giveaways! This is a come and go event and is free to attend, with donations kindly accepted.
Find out more »Meet the Aquarium Keep at the ROM
It’s hard work keeping the Life in Crisis: Schad Gallery of Biodiversity’s coral reef tank afloat! Come and meet Sheldon John, the person responsible for ensuring our fish are happy, healthy and ready for their close-up. Free with Museum admission. Did you know our fish tank is 550 gallons? Did you know that our coral reef tank not only features a variety of beautiful fish but is also home to a large variety of marine invertebrates including snails, hermit crabs,…
Find out more »Tour and Taste Weekends
Enjoy an afternoon tour of the 1850's farmhouse, then relax over tea and homemade cookies at our harvest table in the historic kitchen. Cost: $5.00 - $8.00 Child: $5.00 | Youth: $7.00 | Adult: $8.00 | Senior: $7.00
Find out more »April 2019
Under the Stairs
UNDER THE STAIRS Written by Kevin Dyer Music by Reza Jacobs Directed by Micheline Chevrier MAINSTAGE | Apr. 1-16, 2019 | Recommended for Ages 8 & Up | World Premiere! In this beautiful semi-musical, the cupboard under the stairs is a magical place, providing young Tim with refuge from Mom & Dad’s bickering. But there are other kids in there too… and together they discover secrets that will repair the turmoil in Tim’s house. Show times vary - check website…
Find out more »ROM Kids Junior
Inspire your toddler's imagination and sense of discovery as you explore the ROM's collection of art, history, and nature through the eyes of a child. Bring your child on an eight-week sensory adventure as you tour galleries with our early learning instructors, and join them in creative play-based activities, and social interaction in a classroom setting. Meet other parents, caregivers, and children and engage your child in interactive learning for life. April 2 - June 8 For children ages 2…
Find out more »Mary Poppins
Everyone's favorite practically perfect nanny takes the stage in this Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious musical adventure! One of the most popular Disney movies of all time is capturing hearts in a whole new way: as a practically perfect musical! Based on the books by P.L. Travers and the classic Walt Disney film, Disney and Cameron Mackintosh's Mary Poppins delighted Broadway audiences for over 2,500 performances and received nominations for nine Olivier and seven TONY Awards, including Best Musical! Ages 4+
Find out more »ROM Baby & Me
Meet other parents and caregivers, and enjoy adult learning and conversation in a baby-friendly atmosphere! With a Museum Teacher as your guide, explore a different gallery each week and discover extraordinary objects while your little one marvels at the new sights from their stroller or carrier. Registration required. Limited spaces available. Registration is for one adult with a child 2 years old or younger only. 6 week series: $180 General Public, $160 ROM Members
Find out more »ROM Kids Spring Saturday Club
This Saturday version of our popular Summer Club program provides supervised, hands-on educational activities, art projects, science experiments, and more. The ROM's fascinating galleries, authentic objects and outstanding professional staff guarantee that your camp experience will be hard to beat! Every fall, winter and spring children will enjoy eight Saturdays of fun-filled, educational adventures in the ROM's inspiring galleries. 8 Week Spring 2019 session: April 6 - June 8 (Excludes April 20 & May 18) One of the city's most…
Find out more »Great Kids Stuff Sale
Come shop for high quality items for newborns, babies and kids up to 6 years old -- this is the place to be! You will find clothes, strollers, high chairs, toys and more! Thousands of brand name, new and gently used baby and kids’ items at incredible prices!
Find out more »Solar Observing at the Ontario Science Center
Safely observe the Sun* with specially filtered telescopes. Learn about our nearest star and try your eye at spotting exotic surface features, including sunspots, spicules, and prominences. This program is offered by members of the Royal Astronomical Society of Canada. * Weather permitting. In the event of cloud cover, program will be rescheduled to the following Saturday. 10 a.m. - 12 p.m. TELUSCAPE Outside Main Entrance
Find out more »Cineplex Family Favourites: Space Jam
Don’t miss Cineplex Family Favourites, great family movies every Saturday at 11am. Watch a family favourite film each week for only $2.99. It’s a fun and affordable way to enjoy the summertime with your family and friends! A portion of the proceeds goes towards supporting WE Charity. April 6, 2019: Space Jam
Find out more »April Fun Weekends
Spring has sprung so toss on a light jacket, drop in to Scarborough Museum and get ready for some fun! Go on a scavenger hunt and make a flower craft. Be sure to enjoy delicious chocolate cream puffs with spiced chocolate tea. Canadian Taste Buds: April 27 & 28 The monthly Canadian Taste Buds recipe for April is luxurious chocolate tarts. These yummy treats will definitely satisfy the sweetest of sweet tooths!
Find out more »Toronto Art Crawl Spring Pop Up
Art, jewelry, photography, home decor, fashion, body care and more! Shop directly from the hands of 50+ artists/designers + with live DJ spinning all day! $8 online-$10 at the door - kids under 10 free! Early Bird tickets: $5 available before March 24th Regular Admission: $8 online / $10 at the door
Find out more »The Harlem Globetrotters Tour 2019 in Toronto
NCAA Champion and 4-Time Guinness World Record Holder lead the Harlem Globetrotters into Ontario with their 2019 Fan Powered Canadian Basketball Tour! A star-studded roster will have fans on the edge of their seats to witness the ball handling wizardry, basketball artistry and one-of-a-kind family entertainment that thrills fans of all ages. Enter for your chance to win 4 tickets to see the show!
Find out more »ICFF Youth Film Festival 2019
ICFF Youth is the annual film program of ICFF that promotes film as an art form using the platform of international cinema, while providing students (ages 8 to 18) with exposure to a variety of cultures and languages. The program includes feature films and animations. It provides educators with an alternate teaching strategy that respects a variety of learning styles.
Find out more »B-The Underwater Bubble Show
Inspired by childhood standards like Alice in Wonderland, The Little Mermaid and Peter Pan, B-The Underwater Bubble Show is a modern fairy tale with one major twist. “Each classic tale represents a journey of a kid who grows up and learns something,” explains co-creator and director Enrico Pezzoli. "We wanted a story about an adult character who discovers that he can still go back and enjoy life. We don’t always need to grow up. Sometimes we need to step backwards…
Find out more »Family Workshops: Easter Eggs
This spring, embrace an artistic tradition & create your own beautiful Ukrainian-style Easter eggs! Learn the steps and techniques involved as well as the history of pysanky, wax-resist egg decorating. Use dyes, wax and kistkas (traditional wax-resist tools) and your choice of colours & traditional or original designs. When: April 13 & 20, 2019 Event Time(s): 9:30 am - 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm - 3:30 pm
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