It’s a kid’s world at Harbourfront in May
Harbourfront Centre is bursting with life this May, and kids are encouraged to come and explore its many fantastical worlds.
A day of discovery at LEGOLAND
On a recent excursion to LEGOLAND Discovery Centre in Toronto, the kids and I enjoyed an afternoon exploring, building and playing.
Centreville opens May 2
The fun begins at Centre Island's Centreville on Saturday, May 2. There is no Easter event this year as the ferry is not yet in operation for the season.
Put some fun into music practice with these tips
The teachers and parents at Third Street Music School have shared their top tips for making practicing music more fun and enjoyable at home.
Getting crafty with homemade Valentine’s
What better way to show someone you care than with a homemade Valentine’s Day card?
Make a Lego heart
Kids love Lego and they can also “heart” Lego with these plans for a heart shape made of Lego. Check out the instructions from Lego master model builder Noel Straatsma.
Back to the grind
The importance of routine for children is so often emphasized that it's easy to forget.
PEANUTS – the Movie
Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the beloved “Peanuts” gang make their big-screen debut, like they’ve never been seen before, in state of the art 3D animation. Snoopy, the world’s most lovable beagle – and flying ace
Take time to sign up as a class trip supervisor
A class trip is coming up. Do you check the "willing to supervise" box?
Taking a break
Getting away, even just for an evening, even just for a cup of coffee, is important.
Oooeeey goooey do-it-yourself slime
Slime, goo, putty, snot, ooze – whatever you want to call it, is a perfect fall activity for a lazy Sunday afternoon.
Thanksgiving gets crafty
Here are three kid friendly crafts to help inspire your Thanksgiving décor and get the whole family involved.
Friendship ingredients for couples to embrace
Check out the seven top ingredients that catapult friendships and are highly valuable in our spousal relationships.
Run for the Cure gets personal
The CIBC Run for the Cure has become an annual event at our house after my battle with breast cancer. This year's event is on Sunday, Oct. 5 and Toronto Zoo has been added as a Toronto run location.
Free Family Show at RBG
City Parent’s Free Family Show at Royal Botanical Gardens on Saturday, Oct. 25 begins with a treat of loot bags for the first 750 guests
Dress-up play sets the stage for creativity and learning
If you have a seven-year-old who’s pushing 14, don’t blame her princess costumes.