August 2014

August 2014

TORONTO

Teach your kids about sustainable living-based gardening, kid-safe cooking, and crafts

KIDS &

staff@diykids.ca http://diykids.ca/

905-781-8088

Local Splash Pads PG 3

Movie Nights in the Park PG 4

Summer Camping Books PG 5 Peach Picking in Ontario PG 6-7

Let’s Go to the Ex! PG 8

August Events PG 10-11

Make a

Easy Kid-Friendly Dinner Parties PG 13

SPLASH!

Coolest Ice Cream Parlors in the City PG 14

Local splash pads keep kids cool in summer

Time for Preschool?

Yogapalooza!

PG 15

Northwood Montessori

Plus!

• Parent & Tot • Nursery • Kindergarten Ages 1-5 Years Flexible Scheduling Extended Hours Join us r for Summe Camp!

Finch Campus

The Academic Advantages of Montessori plus the Fun of Bilingual E.C.E. Enrichment plus the Helpful Conveniences of Day Care.

1080 Finch Avenue East

416-492-9495

www.northwoodmontessori.ca

Est. 1989

2 | TORONTO KIDS - August 2014

TORONTO KIDS - August 2014 | 3 TORONTO

KIDS &

publisher IAN PROUDFOOT general manager MARG MIDDLETON regional director of advertising WARREN ELDER advertising manager CHERYL PHILLIPS

feature > splash pads

Summer Splash Pads Local water parks to keep you cool in August

sales team lead GEORGE AGELOPOULOS regional director of operations BARRY BLACK director of circulation MIKE BANVILLE regional director of creative services KATHERINE PORCHERON features writer JENNIFER ROMANO graphic designer SONYA CLARRY 175 GORDON BAKER ROAD, TORONTO, ONTARIO M2H 0A2 TELEPHONE & ADVERTISING INQUIRIES 416.493.4400 Toronto Kids & Families is published monthly.

Copyright 2014. All rights reserved.

No part of this publication may by reproduced without the written permission of the Publisher. Toronto Kids is in full compliance with the Personal Information Protection and Electronic Documents Act. Call 416-493-4400 for more information.

Ready to get wet? Grab the towels, sunscreen, and entire family – and head to a splash pad! You don’t have to trek far to make a splash. If your kids are looking for fun ways to beat the heat, head over to some of the “coolest” places in the city. Waterslides, spraygrounds, lazy rivers, and more. These family spots are turbo summer fun for parents and kids in Toronto and surrounding areas.

Splash Island at the Toronto Zoo Round up the kids and chill out in the Zoo’s water play area Splash Island all Summer long. It’s the coolest spot in the Zoo! Features two magical acres of handson, non-stop family fun amidst waterslides, bigger than life water-spouting animals, a waterfall, lots of misters, and way-cool tipping buckets. But keep in mind - while the kids are screaming with delight, they’re also learning all about which plants and animals live in different bodies of water in Canada. FREE with Zoo admission. www.torontozoo.com

Wild Wetland Splash at Heart Lake Conservation Area Features an 840 sq metre heated swimming pool (8 ft. deep) and provides clean and safe water fun for kids all ages. The Splashpad has 30 + wetland themed water features. This 500 person capacity waterpark uses state-of-the-art water conservation technology. The pool and splash pad are located in natural wilderness surroundings. Wild Wetland Splash is open June to La-

bour Day (weather permitting). www.trca.on.ca

Lakeview Splash at Albion Hills The Lakeview Splash water-play facility is open until September (weather permitting) at Albion Hills Conservation Area in Caledon. It features at 440 sq metre wading pool (4 ft deep) with a 125 sq metre interactive splash pad. This waterpark also features a “Wetland” theme and is located in natural wilderness surroundings, with grass picnic areas overlooking Albion Lake. www.trca.on.ca

Petticoat Pool Splash at Petticoat Creek Conservation Area Petticoat Creek Conservation Area’s new pool and water-play facility is now open. It provides clean and safe water fun for kids all ages! Features a fully accessible, 6 feet deep, over 1600 m2 pool with beach entry, and has a 800 person capacity. Ther’e’s a splash pool and water play area with interactive water features, a large, fun 1000 m splash pad with passive and interactive spray effects. www.trca.on.ca

The Wave Pool in Richmond Hill The Wave Pool is the only indoor wave pool of its kind within the Greater Toronto Area. It’s a year-round sun and surf destination. Play in the waves, lounge on water mats, soak in the warm water of the swirl pool, ride the thrilling 160 ft. twisting water slide or simply relax in the on-deck sauna. www.richmondhill.ca

Book Christmas, New Years and March Break Now

Splash Works Water Park at Canada’s Wonderland Canada’s Wonderland is your Splash Headquarters for the Summer! Over 7 million litres of heated water fun in a 20 acre water park. Check out The Plunge, Supersoaker, the Lazy River, Pumphouse, and one of Canada’s largest wave pools. There is something for everyone! www.canadaswonderland.com

­—Toronto4kids.com

T.O. Tip! Under palm trees in the heart of Hendon Park in Willowdale is an interactive splash pad easily accessible by TTC and car. The location makes it a great place to cool off the kids any day of the week.

4 | TORONTO KIDS - August 2014

family fun> outdoor movies

Movie night in the Park!

Every summer, families can gather in the park for another series of free movies. Residents and visitors can bring their blankets, lawn chairs, and even a picnic for the movie. Concessions are also sometimes sold during the show. All shows usually begin at sunset and if you’re lucky, you can catch pre-movie entertainment for the kids. So get there early to “claim your spot” and enjoy the show at one of these free outdoor summer movies!

Family Movie Night at Earl Bales Park!

Bring the family to watch an outdoor screenings at Earl Bales Park during the month of August! Rain or shine. Movies will start promply at 8:30pm.

4169 Bathurst St. www.toronto.ca/parks Free Movies on Main in Unionville Join us at the band stand for movies under the stars! Enjoy your favourite family movies at Main Street Unionville every other Wednesday night in August. Admission is free! Unionvilleinfo.com/ News/Movies-on-Main

Movie Nights at Celebration Square, Mississauga Take in a free movie at Mississauga’s Celebration Square! Don’t forget to bring your chair and blankets! Runs until September. Please note that events are weather dependent and subject to cancellation. Movies subject to change - always check the website before heading out. www.mississauga.ca The City of Burlington’s Movies Under The Stars Movies Under The Stars provides free movie at various park locations in Burlington. Movies start at 9:00 pm. Bring your own lawn chairs and/or blankets. Come early to reserve a spot!. www.burlington.ca/movies TIFF in the Park You can catch outdoor screenings this summer at TIFF Pop-up Movie Nights at assorted locations throughout Toronto, including Dentonia Park, Evergreen Brickworks and Regent Park. Upcoming films include: Who Framed Rodger Rabbit on August 20, and Pitch Perfect on August 27. www.tiff.net/series/tiff-in-the-park

Riverdale Park Movies Riverdale Park Movies show at dusk. All movies are free, start just after the sun sets and are PG rated.

Bring a picnic, a blanket, friends, and family. See you in the park! New titles will be announced soon.

Moviesinthepark.wordpress.com Movies in St. James Park - LEGO Movie Join us for our family friendly screening of this year’s

blockbuster The Lego Movie. Fun for children and adults a like. An ordinary Lego construction worker, thought to be the prophesied ‘Special’, is recruited to join a quest to stop an evil tyrant from gluing the Lego universe into eternal stasis. Free popcorn will be available while supplies last.

Aug 28. www.oldtown

—Toronto4kids.com

Are you unhappy with your child’s performance this year? Give Metropolitan Preparatory Academy a call.

-12

Grades 7

rs d teache Dedicate sses Small cla ts d studen Motivate lp Extra he SUMMER SCHOOL for

English Grades 9 to 12 Math Grades 7 to 12

Currently interviewing

September 2014 - January 2015 Academic Year

Some scholarships available for students with 80% & over average for Grade 7, 8 & 9

We know educators with the right attitude can profoundly impact a student's entire life. If your child isn't being encouraged and challenged at his or her current school, make an appointment to speak with us.

416-285-0870 | www.MetroPrep.com | 49 Mobile Drive, Toronto

TORONTO KIDS - August 2014 | 5

learning > book nook Curious George Goes Camping

Scary & Silly Campfire Stories: Fifteen Tales For Shivers & Giggles

By H. A. Rey Age Level: 3-5 years

By Kimberly Eldredge Age Level: 9-12 years

George and the man with the yellow hat are going camping! George tries to be helpful, but after he upsets a neighboring camper, he is chased into the woods and gets lost. Before long, an encounter with a cute forest creature throws George into a chain of outrageous events that allows him to find a way to be helpful after all.

In Silly & Scary Campfire Stories: Fifteen Tales For Shivers and Giggles you’ll not only get spooky stories but a you’ll also get seven stories that are happy, funny, or just plain silly. With hints to improve your storytelling skills, this is a perfect mix to read aloud by a campfire to keep the whole family entertained.

k

Boo

By Melanie Watt Age Level: 4-8 years

Scaredy Squirrel is not too comfortable with the idea of camping ... unless it’s on his couch! There will be no mosquitoes, skunks or zippers to worry about when he watches a show about the joys of camping on his brand-new TV. But first Scaredy must find an electrical outlet, and that means going into the woods! Will the nutty worrywart’s plans prepare him for the great outdoors, or will his adventure end up as a scary story told around the campfire?

Summer camping books

Nook!

Scaredy Squirrel Goes Camping

The Big Swim

By Cary Fagan Age Level: 9-12 years

When his parents send him to summer camp for the first time, Ethan has just three goals.

First, to survive. Second, not to be hated.

Third, not to be the worst at anything. Instead, Ethan’s real challenge comes in the form of a new cabin mate. Zachary arrives at camp late, surrounded by a cloud of rumors. And unlike Ethan, Zach doesn’t seem to care what anybody thinks of him, even Amber Levine — the girl with an easy smile and a freckle on one knee.

PA Day/Holiday/March Break

SKATEBOARD

CAMPS Scooters Welcome!

BOYS & GIRLS AGES 5-16

ALL SKILL LEVELS CAMP RATES INCLUDE: Individual and group lessons • lunch • healthy snacks (morning and afternoon) • air-conditioned base camp, lunch and crafts room • contests • organized games art and crafts • swimming day theme day • weekly evaluation reports • personalized Certificate of Completion

Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced

LESSON PROGRAMS

Special needs programs available. Please contact us for more details.

REGISTER NOW!

6 | TORONTO KIDS - August 2014

Peach Pickin’ August is the perfect time to head to the farm and fill up a bucket with luscious peaches. In fact, August is National Peach Month.

What better way to stock your pantry, make jams or assemble a tasty cobbler or pie? Peaches are a good source of vitamins A, B and C. A medium peach contains only 37 calories. Here are some familyfriendly PYO Peach Farms to visit in Southern Ontario.

Bridgmans’ Farm 20 Bridgman Lane Winona, ON L8E 5K9 905-643-1506 Cherry Avenue Farms 4303 Cherry Ave., Lincoln 905-562-5481 www.cherryavenuefarms.org

De Vries Fruit Farm 825 Canboro Rd., Fenwick 905-892-8724 www.devriesfruitfarm.com Duffin Appleworks 1541 Rice Road Fonthill, ON L3B5N5 905-892-5387

Great Lakes Farms 5111 Union Rd., Port Stanley 519-782-3433 www.greatlakesfarms.ca Pardo’s Berrie Farm 7951 Talbot Trail, Blenheim 519-676-2008 www.pardosberriefarm.com Parkway Orchards 15000 Niagara River Parkway Niagara-on-the-Lake

905-262-5097 www.parkwayorchards.com

Here are some peach festivals worth checking out: Niagara-On-The-Lake Peach Celebration August 9 Niagara celebrates the peach harvest with two days of music, displays, vendors, Saturday evening celebrations, entertainment, fun and lots of Greenbelt-grown peaches. Niagaraonthelake.com Winona Peach Festival August 22 to 24 The Festival provides something for all ages with live entertainment, plenty of vendors, crafts, and much more. Winonapeach.com

T.O. Tip! If you prefer to buy fresh, Ontario peaches in a bushel, rather than picking them by hand, grab the kids and head to the St. Lawrence Market on Saturdays or local farmers’ markets like John Street’s Market on Wednesdays or Trinity Bellwoods’ Market on Tuesdays.

—Toronto4Kids.com

Native Child and Family Services of Toronto Keep the Connections… Consider being a Foster, Adopt or Customary Care Parent Foster Care Hotline

416-969-8510 ext. 7788

PALMERSTON

LIBRARY THEATRE

CB P

onnect, to be a etter

ADULT $10 CHILD $5 RESERVE

416-698-7481 eventbrite.com

TICKETS

NOW!

TORONTO

KIDS &

arent!

“Taking time to connect to your partner on a regular basis, without distractions, can lead to a stronger partnership and family.”

John Sorensen Family Owner: Couples (Only) Resort, Muskoka-Algonquin Park. www.CouplesResort.ca

Interested in advertising with us?

To book an ad, contact the

Toronto Kids & Family Advertising Team 416-493-4400

TORONTO KIDS - August 2014 | 7

summer eats> peaches

SUMMER

CAMPS & CLASSES

Peach Trifle Camps include:

Enjoy fresh peaches in these refreshing mini trifles, courtesy of Foodland Ontario. Layering the custard, jam and fruit is great fun for the kids!

• healthy snack and beverage each day • participation certificates • crafts and games • theme days

Ingredients: • 1 ripe Ontario Bartlett Pear, peeled, cored and thinly sliced • 2 ripe Ontario Peaches, peeled, pitted and thinly sliced • 1 tbsp lemon juice • 1/3 cup strawberry jam • 2 tbsp orange juice • 2 cups cubed angel food cake • 1 can prepared custard or (1-1/3 cups custard) • 1/2 cup whipping cream, whipped • Garnish (optional): Toasted sliced almonds Peach and pear slices

Top each evenly with half each of jam mixture, fruit slices (drained) and custard. Repeat layers.

Preparation Instructions: In bowl, toss pear and peach slices with lemon juice.

Chill for at least 1 hour or overnight. Top with whipped cream.

In separate bowl, combine jam and orange juice.

Divide half of cake cubes among four – 8 oz (250 mL) dessert dishes.

Garnish with almonds or fruit slices just before serving (if using).

—Foodland Ontario

July 7 to August 29 Full day 9-4 ($295) Half day 9-12 or 1-4 ($155) Extended Care Available

GYM IS FULLY AIR CONDITIONED

77 Browns Line Etobicoke

$35 annual registration fee

416-253-1443

www.torontogymnastics.com

Scenic Caves Nature Adventures Superbly Natural! sceniccaves.com

FEATURING...

• 420 ft Suspension Bridge • Caves / Caverns to Explore • THUNDERBIRD 1/2-mile Twin-zip Ride • Mini–golf • Gemstone Mining • Big Rock Railroad • Snack Bar • Picnic Area • Fish Pond • Kids Adventure Playground • Fabulous Panoramic Views • Gift Shop

Scenic Caves Road near Collingwood, 1-1/2 Hours North of Toronto 705-446-0256

8 | TORONTO KIDS - August 2014

summer fun > CNE

A Kids’ Guide to the CNE You can’t deny that the Canadian National Exhibition is a family-friendly event. There’s a long list of things you can do at the EX with your wee ones, whether they’re into animals, kiddie rides or meeting special character friends. For the 12-and-under set, there’s a whole slew of niche activities, that will make navigating the fair easier for any parent.

Character Shows This year’s shows include: Mike the Knight, a new CGI animation that transports viewers to a world of castles, knights and dragons, Aug 15-20, My Little Pony/Equestria Girls, a live-action musical adventure featuring characters from the show, Aug 21-26 and Dora the Explorer SINGALONG Adventure, where audience members will join Dora and Boots on an exciting musical journey to the Big Red Chicken’s Sing-Along fiesta, Aug 27-Sep 1.

Time: 11:00 am to 11:30 am and 3:30 pm to 4:00 pm Location: Kids’World Stage Stage Shows Watch your favourite Munsch tales jump off the page at Love You Forever and More Munsch, performed twice daily at 2:00 pm and 6:30 pm. Or get ready to sing and dance as Splash’N Boots bring their high-energy musical show to the CNE. The 2014 Juno Nominees perform at 12:30 pm and 5:00 pm daily.

Date: Aug 15 – Sep 1 Location: Kids’World Stage

Character Meet and Greets Stop by Kids’World to meet your favourite lovable costume characters!

Angelina Ballerina: Aug 15 - Aug 20 Equestria Girls and Doh Doh: Aug 21 - Aug 26 Diego: Aug 27 - Sep 1 Location: Kids’World Stage Toddler Town Toddler Town is a fun place indoors where little ones to explore and play at their own pace!

Time: 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Location: KidStreet, Kids’World Birds of Prey Watch in wonder as the Canadian Raptor Conservancy present free-flight demonstrations of an eagle, hawk, falcon, owl and vulture. Ask questions and take pictures of the birds in between shows.

Date: Aug 15 - Sep 1 Times: 11:30 am - 12:00 pm, 1:00 pm - 1:30 pm, 2:30 pm 3:00 pm, 4:00 pm - 4:30 pm, 5:30 pm - 6:00 pm Location: Kids’World Park The Farm Be a farmer for the day at The Farm, where visitors can pick apples, dig for potatoes, milk cows, collect eggs from chickens, and see farmyard animals ranging from piglets to

HUMAN HEALTH CENTRE www.yorkdalespring.com

ostriches. Location: West side of the Better Living Centre Kids AgVenture A colourful and engaging interactive area, designed for children ages three to 10 years of age, that takes them on a journey through five miniature barns.

Under the Little Top Kids can train in acrobatics, balance tricks, juggling, and a tight wire. Workshops begin with a short performance by our professional circus artists and finish with a presentation of what the kids have learned.

Date: Aug 15 - Sep 1 Time: 10:30 am - 11:00 am, 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm, 1:30 pm - 2:00 pm, 3:00 pm - 3:30 pm, 4:30 pm - 5:00 pm, 6:00 pm - 6:30 pm, 7:30 pm - 8:00 pm Location: Kids’World Park Kiddie Midway For little ones not ready to take on the twisty coasters at the CNE, there are 30 different rides designed just for smaller riders.

Location: East of Kids’ World at the west end of the CNE grounds.

Baby Care Centre Amidst the heat and bustling activity of Kids’ World, the Baby Care Centre provides a quiet, cool and private place to change and nurse babies. Two additional Baby Care Centres

Reptilia Take a look and you might just see pythons, alligators, tortoises, iguanas, boas and even a rattle snake. Learn all about them and meet the scaly performers after the show!

Date: Aug 15 - Sep 1 Show Times: Mon - Thurs: 12 pm, 3 pm, 6 pm and Fri - Sun (& Labour Day Monday): 12 pm, 1:30 pm, 3pm, 4:30 pm, 6 pm Location: Kids’World Park

SuperDogs The President’s Choice SuperDogs are going disco in their new, boogie-filled, superfly spectable, DISCO DOGS! It’s a celebration of disco music, from Donna Summer to Daft Punk, with colourful costumes, exciting events, and all the fun audiences have come to expect from the world’s most amazing dogs.

Date: Aug 15 - Sep 1 Time: 12:00 pm - 12:30 pm and 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm Location: Ricoh Coliseum All programming is subject to change so please visit TheEx.com before planning your day!

—Toronto4Kids.com

647-518-3388 416-633-7026 555 Wilson Heights Blvd. Unit 8-9, Toronto, ON M3H 6B5 Coming Soon 1170 Sheppard Ave. W Unit 43 Toronto, ON M3K 2B5

Let Us Help YOU Look 10 Years Younger!

Wrinkle-Reduction Treatment

are located in the Visitor Services Centre in Salon 103 in Hall A of the Direct Energy Centre and in the Better Living Centre (north-west corner).

Also specializing in all chiropractic, physiotherapy, acupuncture, orthotics, and RMT treatments We accept private and motor vehicle insurance!

Specials!

Wrinkle-Reduction Treatment

First 1,000 Receive 50% Off!

$8 First Laser Acne/Pigmentation/ Tattoo Removal Treatment One Year Unlimited Laser Hair Removal (Female Shaped Bikini) - $179

TORONTO KIDS - August 2014 | 9

Registered Trademark of Boston Pizza Royalties Limited Partnership, used under license. xRegistered Trademark of Boston Pizza International Inc. © Boston Pizza International Inc.

†

Superheroes and Princess Party!

Come by August 9th and 10th from 2-5pm & meet your favourite superhero and princess!

Captain America & Snow White!

15% OFF

In-House Coupon

Call today for info and reservations 416 778 4700

VALID AT: Boston Pizza Beaches EXPIRES: October 31, 2014 16A Leslie St. 416.778.4700 One certificate per table per visit. Not valid with any other offer. Dine-in, food purchases only. No cash value.

Registered trademarks of Boston Pizza Royalties Limited Partnership, used under license. © Boston Pizza International Inc.

BM

10 | TORONTO KIDS - August 2014

upcomingevents It’s a Kid’s Life - Themed Tours at Spadina Museum Saturdays in August Live the life of a 1920s and 30s child through toys, games, school lessons and more. Regular admission: Adults $7.96, Seniors/Youth (13-18 yrs.) $5.75, Children (6-12 yrs.) $4.87 (plus tax), Children (5 and under) Free.

285 Spadina Rd. 416-392-6910 www.toronto.ca/museum-events Pinkalicious The Musical at Lower Ossington Theatre Sundays in August Pinkalicious can’t stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her at the doctor’s office with Pinkititis. But when her hue goes too far, only Pinkalicious can figure out a way to get out of this predicament.

Lower Ossington Theatre 416-915-6747 www.lowerossingtontheatre.com

Kids Get in Free at Black Creek Pioneer Village Weekly during August 1000 Murray Ross Parkway 416-667-6295 www.blackcreek.ca NHL® Team Fan Days at the Hockey Hall of Fame Until Aug 21- 9:30 am until 6:00 pm On 30 selected days during July and August, a different NHL Team will be spotlighted. Free game-worn jersey cards, player signings and fan discounts.

Hockey Hall of Fame 416-360-7765 www.hhof.com Big Bad Wolf (vs. Lord Underwearface von Schtinker) at Second City Until Aug 29 - Wednesdays at 1:00 pm SUMMER MATINEES FOR ALL AGES! Big Bad Wolf (vs. Lord Underwear-

face von Schtinker) is a hilarious musical romp that takes a new look at a children’s classic. Suitable for all ages! Tickets $14.00 - Family 4-Packs $45.00.

The Second City Theatre 416-343-0011 www.secondcity.com Family Fun Fridays at Ontario’s Legislative Assembly Until Aug 29- 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm Pre-registration is required. Call (416) 325-0061 to register or e-mail Tourbookings@ontla.ola.org. www.educationportal.ontla.on.ca/ en/visit-us/programs/family-funfridays August Weekends at Scarborough Museum Weekends in August - 12:00 pm until 5:00 pm Enjoy fresh baked goodies and share your story at the Communities Memories Kiosk. Admission is Pay What You Can. Scarborough Museum 1007 Brimley Rd. 416-338-8807 www.toronto.ca/museum-events Tea and Tour Sundays at Gibson House Sundays in August - 1:00 pm until 5:00 pm There’s a seat for you at the harvest table in the historic kitchen on Sunday afternoons. Relax and have a chat over tea and homemade cookies. Enjoy a tour of this lovely, 1850s farmhouse.

Included with regular admission.

5172 Yonge St. 416-395-7432 www.toronto.ca/museum-events HorseCapades and HorsePower Live! at the CNE

Week of August 4 to 8 ($80) Week of August 11 to 15 ($80) 9:00AM to 4:00PM

Hands-On

Sports

Outdoor

Food

Arts

CNE

Aug 15 to Sep 1 Taking place over the 18 days leading up to and including Labour Day, the CNE offers a wide variety of entertainment and events including bandshell concerts, celebrity chef demonstrations, a dog show, a working farm, parades and a three-day Air Show, all of which are FREE with admission to the CNE. Midway rides and games, wacky fair food as well as international food and shopping are also popular highlights of this major Toronto event.

Exhibition Place www.theex.com Until Aug 14 - 11:00 am to 2:00 pm It offers visitors the chance to pet and feed horses, learn about grooming and shoeing, guess a horse’s weight, meet a mare and foal, as well as enjoy a horse-drawn wagon ride. Free admission.

CNE - CNE Horse Palace www.theex.com

Visitors enjoy hourly demonstrations of military music, drill, musketry and artillery performed by students representing the Canadian Fencible Regiment that was garrisoned at the fort at the end of the War of 1812.

250 Fort York Blvd.

416-392-6907 www.toronto.ca/museum-events

Adventures in Slumberland Until to Sep 1, 2014 11:00 am until 3:00 pm Prepare to be amazed as the delightful and bizarre dream world of a little boy named Nemo is brought to life before you by puppeteers, masked characters, song & dance, and your host & narrator, Winsor McCay. Cost - PWYC. Lagoon Theatre Olympic Island, Toronto Island 647-656-7689 www.frolick.ca

Junior Jays Saturdays Select dates in August Bring your family to the ballpark for Jr. Jays Saturdays presented by Boston Pizza for every Saturday home game. Kids can visit our Jr. Jays zones located on the concourse to take part in many fun interactive activities to keep them entertained all game long. Kids 14 and under can enjoy a special kids priced ticket (500 level and 200 level outfield).

Saturday, August 9 at 1:07 pm - Detroit Tigers; Saturday, August 23 at 1:07 pm - Tampa Bay Rays; Saturday, August 30 at 1:07 pm - New York Yankees.

Rogers Centre http://toronto.bluejays.mlb.com

Fort York Summer Programming Aug 1 to Aug 31 - 10:00 am until 5:00 pm

EXTENDED HOURS (FREE): 8:00-9:00AM & 4:00-5:00PM REGISTER ONLINE AT:

Camps held at: ROSEWOOD CHURCH OF THE NAZARENE 657 Milner Ave., Scarborough, ON 416-298-9932

TORONTO KIDS - August 2014 | 11

upcomingevents Tennis Canada Rogers Cup Aug 2 to Aug 10 Rexall Centre 5 Shoreham Dr., North York 877-283-6647 www.rogerscup.com Disney’s The Little Mermaid Jr. Aug 2 to Aug 31 Al Green Theatre 750 Spadina Ave. 416-915-6747 www.lowerossingtontheatre.com Scotiabank presents Summer Cinema at Fort York Aug 5 to Aug 26 Outdoor classic movies every Tuesday during August @ 9 PM. August 5, Jurassic Park; August 12, Breakfast Club; August 19, Ghostbusters; August 26, The Amazing Spiderman 2. Cost: Free.

250 Fort York Blvd. www.toronto.ca/museum-events Family Pizza Night with Pizzeria Libretto Aug 6 to Aug 27 - 5:30 pm until 8:00 pm Join Pizzeria Libretto and Evergreen for fresh, home-made pizzas from the outdoor wood-fired oven. The Children’s Garden will also be open play, so bring your family and friends for an evening out in the valley.

Evergreen Brick Works www.evergreen.ca/whats-on/eventdetails/10161 Humber Bay Shores Waterfront Festival Aug 9 - 10:00 am until 6:00 pm Artisans, children’s village, face painting, bouncy castle, farmers market, live music, food trucks, and much, much more!

Cost: Free.

Humber Bay Shores Park Lawn Road and Lake Shore Boulevard West 416-357-3899 www.humberbayshores.org

YTV Summer Beach Bash at Sugar Beach Aug 9- 12:00 pm until 5:00 pm Nick Cannon, the multi-faceted entertainer (host of America’s Got Talent), is heading to Toronto to host YTV’s first ever Summer Beach Bash, a free family concert at Canada’s Sugar Beach. The outdoor, waterside concert will take place from 12 noon to 5 p.m. and feature exciting live musical performances, extreme buskers, thrilling water stunts, food, games and more. www.ytv.com/spikepages/sugar-beach Yogapalooza 2014 Aug 16 to Aug 17 - 10:00 am until 6:00 pm Even if you don’t know your Downward Dog from your Child’s Pose, you’ll still find a warm welcome at the fifth annual Yogapalooza festival in Toronto. This year’s festival includes Yoga classes for all levels, a family-friendly Kid’s Space, live music, workshops and demonstrations.

The Wholesome Marketplace features goods that support a healthy lifestyle.

Cost: Free.

Harbourfront Centre www.yogapalooza.ca Walking Tour: Remaking Toronto Animals and Office Towers in the Downtown Core Aug 17- 10:30 am until 11:15 am Walk among Toronto’s skyscrapers and through their big, hidden back yards and visit the animals that ‘live’ there.

Learn about the people and ideas that shaped the buildings and public art, the old city they replaced, and the new city they’ve helped to create. Cost: Free.

416-338-1338 www.heritagetoronto.org Theatre Company Mystic Forest presents Munsch At Play Aug18 to 24 Munsch At Play” - Robert Munsch Classics adapted for the stage by Irene Watts

and Robert Munsch. The play introduces young children aged 5 to 8 to the joy of theatre through Munsch’s humour and sense of the ridiculous. It was first developed and performed at the Abilities Arts Festival, now called Tangled. The play is stimulating and beneficial to children both with and without disabilities.

Palmerston Library Theatre 560 Palmerston Avenue 416-698-7481 www.eventbrite.com Packing A Healthy Lunchbox: A FREE workshop hosted by Fenigo Toronto Aug 21 - 7:00 pm until 10:00 pm Register in-store or online.

647-827-9878 www.fenigo.com Orangutan Awareness Weekend at Toronto Zoo Aug 23 to Aug 24 Check out our special orangutan enrichment interpretive station, artifacts, and artwork painted by one of our talented orangutans. Join us in the Indo-Malaya Pavilion for a special Orangutan Keeper Talk at 1:00 pm daily.

Toronto Zoo Meadowvale Rd. 416-392-5929 www.torontozoo.com Walk for the Children 2014 Aug 24 - 8:30 am until 3:00 pm Walk for the Children is a great day for families to spend time together and help raise significant funds for children in need of life-saving surgeries. Participants enjoy a day at the Toronto Zoo, trekking along a scenic 5K route. Stations are set up along the way where children can have their “explorer passport” stamped adding to the sense of adventure.

Toronto Zoo 416-813-6166x2091 www.walkforthechildren.ca

PAWS in the Park Aug 24 - 9:00 am until 2:00 pm “Paws in the Park” provides animal lovers an opportunity to raise much needed funds for the Society as well as to learn all about the programs and services offered. In addition to last year’s face painting, celebrity appearances, and dogs available for adoption, this year there will be several new and exciting areas to visit.

Woodbine Park 416-392-2273x2020 www.pawsinthepark.com KURIOS – Cabinet of Curiosities from Cirque du Soleil Aug 28 to Oct 19 Grand Chapiteau at The Port Lands 51 Commissioners St.

800-450-1480 www.cirquedusoleil.com/en/shows/kurios/tickets/toronto.aspx Fan Expo Canada Aug 28 to Aug 31 Come see famous guests including: Hulk Hogan, Patrick Stewart, Nathan Fillian, Stan Lee, Elijah Wood, William Shatner, Adam West, Ian Somerhalder, Cast members from The Walking Dead, and so many more!

Metro Toronto Convention Centre 416-241-7827 www.fanexpocanada.com For more August events, visit www. toronto4kids.com/Calendar

CALL US TO RESERVE A SPACE FOR FREE PREVIEW LESSONS IN AUGUST. WE ARE STILL TAKING REGISTRATIONS FOR SEPTEMBER - SPACES ARE LIMITED!

www.yamahamusicschool.ca

416-224-5590

Yamaha Music School

5075 Yonge St. 10th Floor Toronto M2N 6C6

12 | TORONTO KIDS - August 2014

summer fun > august festivals

Festival Fun! Eco-Art-Fest Until Sep 1 Learn about the significance of Todmorden Mills through eight public art installations hidden throughout the site. Enjoy live music after 8pm on Fridays and Saturdays under the lights of Helliwell’s. Delicious homemade organic dishes and beer and wine is available Friday - Sunday. Daily activities include Art Tours, Watercolour Painting Workshops (Handscapes), Sustainable building workshops (Poetics of Architecture), and Clay Stein Making. Clay Making is a drop-in workshop; for all other workshops please Pre-Register.

Todmorden Mills, 67 Pottery Rd. 416-644-1019 www.no9.ca/home.php Island Soul Festival at Harbourfront Aug 1 to Aug 4 One of Harbourfront Centre’s most popular festivals! Island Soul celebrates the rich artistic traditions, emerging art forms, innovative expressions and vibrant lifestyles of the Caribbean. Cost: Free.

416-973-4600 www.harbourfrontcentre.com/summer/islandsoul Scotiabank Caribbean Carnival Toronto Until Aug 5 Celebrating the 47th anniversary, it’s bigger and better than ever! There will be a kaleidoscope of music, colourful costumes, theatrical mas band displays, steel bands beating intricate orchestrations, and mouth watering feasts of Caribbean cuisine and delicacies.

Multiple Location www.torontocaribbeancarnival.com TD IRIE Music Festival

Aug 1 to Aug 4 The TD IRIE Music Festival is a multi-day, family, friendly festival. Join the celebration of music—from Reggae to Salsa, Soul to African; dance from the African Diaspora presented in association with dance Immersion, spoken word, visual arts exhibition, delicious tropical food & drinks and more.

Cost: Free Nathan Phillips Square 905-799-1630 www.iriemusicfestival.com Toronto Food Truck Festival Aug 2 to Aug 3 Come Join Us at Woodbine Park For Great Food! Cold Beer! Live Music! And Children’s Village! Saturday August 2 – 1 PM to 11 PM. Sunday August 3 – 1 PM to 11 PM. FREE ADMISSION & PLENTY OF PARKING! www.torontofoodtruckfestival.com Grange Festival Aug 8 - 12:00 pm until 4:00 pm Entertainment, games, prizes, food and magic are all included for kids of all ages! Did we mention that it’s free?

Grange Park, 23 Grange Rd. www.universitysettlement.ca Festival: Expressions of Brazil at Harbourfront Aug 8 to Aug 10 Explore South America’s biggest country over a mammoth three-day festival featuring a kaleidoscope of arts, cultural and culinary events. Cost: Free.

Harbourfront Centre 416-973-4600 www.harbourfrontcentre.com/summer/expressionsofbrazil/

Fergus Scottish Festival & Highland Games Aug 8 to Aug 10 Celtic Music, crafts for the kids, heavy events championships, bagpipes, drums, author appearances, bands, Highland dancing, story telling, singing, clan information and heritage, beer tents, artisans and vendors galore!

Centre Wellington Community Sportsplex 550 Belsyde Avenue East, Fergus 519-787-0099 www.fergusscottishfestival.com Pilaros Taste of the Danforth Aug 8 to Aug 10 From souvlaki to authentic Greek music to interactive children’s games, come enjoy the culture that makes the Danforth a year round destination. www.tasteofthedanforth.com JerkFest: Jerk Food Festival Aug 9 to Aug 10 In addition to food, the festival also feature entertainment from musicians such as dance hall performer Lukie D and singer songwriter Jay Davis. The festival also features jerk cooking competitions, eating competitions and a kids area full of rides, face painting and balloon animals. Cost: Free.

Centennial Park, 256 Centennial Park Rd. www.jerkfestival.ca North York Festival 2014 Aug 9- 12:00 pm until 5:00 pm Free kids playground, food, beverages, and ice cream, live music, performances, dance and singing competitions, dance groups and DJs Magicians and a fashion show. Lots of prizes for everyone! The 2014 event includes: a

“Kid’s Adventure and Fun Zone.”Cost: Free.

Mel Lastman Square www.northyorkfestival.com The 1st annual Chessfest at Harbourfront Centre presented by Scotiabank Aug 10 - 11:00 am until 5:00 pm The Chess Institute of Canada and the Annex Chess Club provide a day of chess programming for all ages and skill levels. Register your child, entering grades 1 to 7 for the Harbourfront Children’s Chess Championship. 12:30 to 5pm, check in at 11:30am. Entry fee: $5. Face-painting and dress-up For kids.

Harbourfront Centre www.harbourfrontcentre.com/summer TO Food Fest 2014 Aug 10 - 12:00 pm until 6:00 pm Established and aspiring chefs can be found at the TO Food Fest, giving the local community a taste of unique and delicious cuisine. Cost $2 donation or bring a non-perishable food item for Food Bank.

Chinese Cultural Centre of Greater Toronto, 5183 Sheppard Ave. E. www.tofoodfest.com Hot & Spicy Food Festival Aug 15 to Aug 17 This year’s festival dips into food and culture rooted in the past and renewed for the future. This year’s festival dips into food and culture rooted in the past and renewed for the future. Enjoy a range of culinary delicacies, as well as hot rhythms and spicy grooves from the past and present. Cost: Free.

Harbourfront Centre For more events, visit www.toronto4kids.com/Calendar

visit

TO LEARN MORE ABOUT OUR SPECIAL TICKET

DISCOUNTS & OFFERS

TheEx.com

ALL EVENTS FREE WITH ADMISSION!† 1

2

1

Info Line: 416.263.3330

Down With Webster with Outasight Fri Aug 15

2

Kids’ World

3

Daily

President’s Choice SuperDogs Disco Dogs!

Daily

3 Does not include rides. All programs subject to change.

†

TORONTO KIDS - August 2014 | 13

entertain > dinner party

Invite the kids to dinner Host a child-friendly dinner party adults will enjoy Adults with children typically leave the kids with a babysitter when attending a dinner parties with colleagues or friends.

But some hosts choose to make their dinner parties kid-friendly. This can make things easier on guests, who won’t have to go to the trouble or expense of hiring a babysitter for the night. It also can make things easier on hosts with children of their own and don’t want to add finding a sitter to their list of things to do in the days leading up to the party. Kids can add some life to a dinner party, but hosts may choose to employ a few strategies to ensure their kid-friendly dinner parties are enjoyable for adults and children alike.

• Feed the kids first. Kids can’t ignore their appetites as long as their adult counterparts, so make sure dinner

for the kids is served once all of them have arrived. Choose kid-friendly fare like pizza or macaroni and cheese so kids are more likely to eat and not complain of hunger later in the evening. Feeding the kids first also makes it easier for adults to enjoy uninterrupted conversation when it’s their turn to sit down and eat.

• Keep the kids entertained. Whether it’s a movie or a board game, finding something to keep the kids entertained throughout the night should be a priority for hosts. A selection of movies that kids can choose from might be your best bet, as films that are between 90 and 120 minutes long can keep youngsters occupied for much of the night. Let kids watch their movies in a playroom that’s separate from where adult guests will be gathering

prior to dinner, and periodically check in on the kids as the night progresses.

Provide some snacks like popcorn or even some candy to create a night at the movies atmosphere for kids.

• Remind kids to be gracious hosts.

When choosing activities for kids, remind your own children that it’s their responsibility to be gracious hosts, even if that means playing games they aren’t interested in or watching movies they have already seen.

Let youngsters know in advance that if they fulfill their responsibilities at hosts they can choose how to spend the following day or weekend.

• Choose an adult entree that’s simple to prepare. No matter how well behaved kids may be before and during a dinner party, hosts should not add to their already consider-

able workload by preparing an especially complicated meal for their adult guests. Keep things simple, especially if you are preparing a separate meal for the kids. Much of the stress of hosting a dinner party comes with preparing the meal, and that may only prove more stressful if you are preparing two meals while simultaneously catering

to the needs of your youngest guests.

Hosting a kid-friendly dinner party can make for a memorable night for parents and their children. Hosts can make the night even better by employing several strategies to make the party feel like a more traditional affair even if the kids are in the next room.

—MS

LEARNING THROUGH DISCOVERY FRENCH AND ENGLISH WITH SPANISH AS A SECOND LANGUAGE CO-EDUCATIONAL SCHOOL FOR STUDENTS AGED 2 TO 14 • Award winning program • Encourages respect for individual differences • Promotes self motivation • Small Classes • Students with no previous exposure to French are welcome

Main Campus 432 Sheppard Ave. E.

Enrolling NOW for FALL CLASSES! Early Stages (4-6 yrs) & Main School (6-16 yrs)

Cummer Campus 53 Cummer Ave.

416.250.9952

TorontoFrenchMontessori.com

FOR MORE INFO VISIT: Mary Long

Cadence Allen Crawley

416-255-2511

416-844-2162

Toronto West

Toronto East

www.stagecoachschools.ca

Look for Toronto East’s new morning classes at Bayview & Eglinton.

14 | TORONTO KIDS - August 2014

discover T.O. > ice cream

Coolest ice cream parlors in T.O. In Toronto, going out for ice cream is a favourite thing to do in the summer. And we’re not talking about a naked scoop on a sugar cone with sprinkles. On our quest for the best warm weather desserts in the city, we rounded up the coolest and ultimately, some of the best ice cream shops for kids in Toronto — perfect for an afternoon of melty decadence on your way to or from the city’s best family attractions.

Tom’s Dairy Freeze 630 The Queensway Tom’s Diary Freeze has been serving its specialy: authentic soft serve ice cream, old fashioned sundaes, milkshakes, and banana splits since 1969! Tom’s, a staple in the Etobicoke community, has that latenight drive-in appeal with parking spots all around, and picnic tables with blue umbrellas. www.tomsdairyfreeze.ca

Greg’s Ice Cream 750 Bloor St. W. This ice cream parlour attracts long lines in the summer. For more than 30 years, the store uses local, natural ingredients in their ice cream and has been a crowd favourite ever since. The handmade ice cream offers traditional and speciality flavours, like roasted marshmallow, grape nut, and coffee toffee. www.gregsicecream.com

Ed’s Real Scoop Various Locations Ed’s Real Scoop has three locations in Toronto: two on Queen Street and one on Roncesvalles in Toronto’s west end. The shop uses the highest quality, natural ingredients to make all their artisanal ice creams, gelati, frozen yogurts, and other treats, earning it the reputation of the city’s favourite and best ice cream. www.edsrealscoop.com

The Big Chill 566 College St. The Big Chill is a quaint, old-fashioned retro ice cream parlour with a colourful design, checkered floors, and marble counters. With over 30 flavours of ice cream to choose from, and over 20 fixins, there are hundreds of possible creations. The extensive ‘sweet’ menu features crepes, sundaes, ice cream sandwich cookies, Belgian waffles, milkshakes, banana splits, and much more! www.thebigchill.ca

Summer’s Sweet Memories 101 Yorkville Ave. For over 30 years, Summer’s has been proudly serving Toronto with the best homemade ice cream, frozen yogurt, sorbets, and waffle cones in Yorkville. Fresh cream and yogurt is delivered regularly from a local dairy, cocoa is imported from Holland, and the shop sources natural fruit purees, nuts, and candies. When possible, they support local farmers for seasonal ingredients.

—Toronto4kids.com

Weekday morning and early afternoon classes still available for Parent-Tot and Kindergym in our Fall Session!

Register online or by phone.

Phone 416-759-6823 * www.eastyorkgym.com info@eastyorkgym.com * fax 416-759-6973 6 Dohme Ave, Toronto, Ontario M4B 1Y8

TORONTO KIDS - August 2014 | 15

get active > yogapalooza

Stretch out the

last days of summer

Yogapalooza brings the fun outdoors at Harbourfront Centre Make the most of the last few weeks before school starts with a fun-filled weekend of yoga, music and dance at Yogapalooza. Whether you’re a regular yogi looking to bring your kids to their first practice or just looking to try something new this summer, yoga by the water is a great way to bring the family together.

Now in it’s fifth year, Yogapalooza has always been family-friendly. “Because of the large number of kids attending,

we developed an area specially for kids,” says festival director, Salimah KassimLakha.

All weekend long, the Kids Space will run classes for kids of all ages and experience levels – from babies in strollers and toddlers to kids up to 10-years-old.

Classes include Partner Yoga, YogaFit for Kids, Read with Me Family Yoga, Laughter Yoga, a joyful class that connect breath, movement and laughter, and Meditative Dance, a fun class full of natural movement with a breath of sound.

Kids ages 10 and up are welcome at the main stage, where yoga, martial arts and dance classes will get them moving.

Introducing your kids to yoga is not only a fun way to get moving, it also is

a great way to teach your kids coordination, balance and to work with each other in a fun and noncompetitive way.

Kids are already flexible, but yoga offers an opportunity to gain the same stress-relieving benefits as adults, especially for kids starting school for the first time. Yoga and breathing helps them recognize when they are tense, angry or bored and learn to take long, calming breaths.

When your session is over, feel free to roam the Wholesome Market and see what else the Harbourfront Centre has to offer.

Yogapalooza takes place August 16 and 17 at the Harbourfront Centre.

Check out yogapalooza.ca for class times and descriptions.

Photo courtesy of Yogapalooza

T.O. Tip!

Community centres all over the city offer yoga classes for children. Kids learn a series of postures promoting flexibility, specific breathing and relaxation techniques, while strengthening and toning muscles. Various styles are offered. For more information visit efun.toronto.ca

—Tasha Zanin

THIS IS WHAT

HAPPY

LOOKS LIKE Open Jump • Birthday Parties • SkyRobics • Ultimate Dodgeball & More

OPEN JUMP PRICING $9..............30 MINS + Tax $13.............60 MINS + Tax $16.50.......90 MINS + Tax $20............120 MINS + Tax

SkySocks are required to jump. ®

SKY ZONE Toronto

45 Esandar Dr. Toronto, ON M4G 4C5 416-421-4567

Reserve your jump time now at www.skyzone.com/toronto All jumpers are required to complete a liability waiver for the specific SZ location they are visiting. Participants under 18 must have a waiver signed by their parent or legal guardian.

16 | TORONTO KIDS - August 2014

PSB DANCE ACADEMY INTERPLAY REGISTER NOW FOR FALL CLASSES! INTERPLAY 416.972.1316

PSB 416.284.6784

✳ Intensive dance program with classes in ballet, jazz, and contemporary dance, Enhanced pre-professional ballet program for selective students who may wish to pursue a career in dance, performance opportunities with Interplay and Profile dance companies and annual competitions (by audition only) - students trained in these programs have been accepted into the full time program at the National Ballet School ✳ Special boys intensive ballet coaching ✳ RAD ballet program ✳ Recreational dance programs for ages 3 & up

KAREN DAVIES THOMAS, DIRECTOR Cecchetti Ballet (Fellow) A.I.S.T.D. (National), A.I.S.T.D. (Modern), Royal Academy of Dance Teacher’s Certificate, BFA Honours Degree,York University, Graduate of the National Ballet School Teacher’s Training Program

www.interplay-dance.ca E-mail: staff@interplay-dance.ca

Downtown Toronto: 250 Davisville Ave. (at Mt. Pleasant) 416.972.1316

Mooredale House 146 Crescent Rd. 416.922.3714 ext 105

Bishop Strachan School 298 Lonsdale Rd. 416.483.4325

INTERPLAY Dancer Dom Tersigni will be appearing on the upcoming season of The Next Step

www.psdanceacademy.ca

E-mail: psboffice@bellnet.ca East Toronto: 2351 Kingston Rd. 91 Rylander Blvd.

(Port Union & Kingston) (Kingston Rd & Midland) 416.261.9312 416.284.6784

e excellenc o t d e t a ic Ded g dance! in teachin

Direct the car into the parking lot!

fun > game on!

TORONTO KIDS - August 2014 | 17

parenting > clean up

Clean your mess!

You’ve threatened, cajoled – even begged your kids to tidy up. But it still seems you’re the one facing the ultimatum: either ignore the mess or do it for them.

Not anymore! Here are seven tips for getting your kids onboard, without raising your voice or losing your mind: Be age-appropriate: Toddlers can put toys in a bin, but don’t have the reach to make a bed. An eight-year-old can fold the clothes on the floor, but doesn’t have the strength to push the vacuum. Be mindful of their age when assigning tasks.

Job a day: Just like you don’t do laundry or schlep garbage every day, kids benefit from a breakdown. Help

them decide which day to reshelve their books or recycle the papers on their desks.

Make a simple chart.

Tag teaming: If you’ve got more than one child, suggest they divide and conquer. Perhaps one child sorts the toys into piles (great for younger kids) in both rooms and the other puts them away.

Rewarding great cleaning: Why not snap a photo of your child standing in front of a clean bedroom? Or make a quick sign to tape to their door, describing the great work within?

Natural consequences: Brainstorm together about consequences for persistently untidy rooms. Perhaps play-dates only happen when

a room is presentable? Or some of the Lego left on the ground is donated to kids in need.

Offer perspective: Learn what children around the world do for their jobs. Engage your kids in discussions about what kind of work is safe or dangerous for kids their age. World Vision has a page looking at the dangers facing kids who help with chocolate production at www.nochildforsale.ca.

Cleaning with love: To reward consistently good room-tidying, you could involve your children in making a small monthly donation to a charity helping real child labourers.

—Newscanada.com

Why Parent Preferred?

TORONTO

KIDS &

Interested in advertising with us?

Celebrating 14 years of Nurturing, Learning, & Growing

18 months - 6 years

Full day, Half day, Extended hours Small classes Minutes from 401 & GO, steps to TTC Parents have said...

To book an ad, contact the

Toronto Kids & Family Advertising Team 416-493-4400

Toddler, preschool & kindergarten

Safe Meeting, or exceeding, the high standards of the Day Nurseries Act.

Educational Exclusive “Wee Learn” Program promotes learning

“...Smart Start Montessori gives children opportunities to learn in non-competitive environment at their own pace”. “...The Montessori curriculum helped unlock my child’s potential & identified his strengths. My son is truly enjoying this enriched & friendly learning environment”.

through play for all ages.

Reliable Worry free - flexible hours and RECE supported

Learn More 647-436-5521 weewatch.com

NOW ACCEPTING REGISTRATIONS for Fall 2014

416-644-1130

SmartMontessori.com

2660 Kennedy Road (@ Huntingwood) Scarborough, Ont, M1T 3H7

18 | TORONTO KIDS - August 2014

TORONTO

KIDS &

MARKETPLACE A great place to be!

Outdoor Activities + Brain Camp Starting from $39 per day

Get 50% off assessment - this location only

All Ages.

All Grades.

All Subjects.

416-425-6062

416.502.9628 donvalley@oxfordlearning.com

S SE EA AR RC CH R RE H EV VIIE EW W L LE EA AR RN N

Smart Kidz Tutoring Program Affordable Tutoring Available in North York, Scarborough & Etobicoke Saturdays & Sundays Register today at www.Idatd.on.ca or by calling 416-229-1680

FIND THE BEST EXTRACURRICULAR TEACHERS NEAR YOU. Music, Sport, Dance, Language, Summer Camps, Afterschool programs.

Submit a review and be entered into the draw to win

A FREE IPAD MINI

416-543-1398

WWW.FINDPICASSO.COM

LEGACY L EGACY YO OF FD DANCE ANCE ACADEMY Celebrating 21 Years Yea ears rs

INSTILLING THE LOVE OF DANCE IN OUR STUDENTS IN A FUN NON COMPETITIVE ENVIRONMENT. Summer Dance Camp for ages 5-16yrs.

August 11-15. 9am-4pm before and after extended hours available.

Campers partake in jazz, ballet, hip-hop, musical theatre, tap, latin, yoga, pilates, drama classes, crafts and activities. Mini dance showcase for parents.

LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE.

Fall Registration Now Open Kids Dance - Adult Classes - Birthday Parties Personalized tutu bags a great gift idea, many designs available in our boutique and online. www.legacyofdance.com • 416-492-4491 • 4077 Gordon Baker Rd. (at Pharmacy Ave.) Toronto, ON, M1W 2P3

TORONTO KIDS - August 2014 | 19

��� ����� ����� ������ ����� �� ������ � ��������� �������� ������� ����� ���� ���� ����� � ������� ����

������� ������ �� � ��������� � ��� ���� �����

���� �� ������� ������

������� �� ���� ���� ��������� ������� ��� ����� ������

����������� �� ��� ��� ������

������ ��� ��

20 | TORONTO KIDS - August 2014

OP OP DA E Ju I N E ly LY M N ay W & Au & E Se EK gu st pt E em N be DS r Ju ne ,

Be sure to stop by to me meet all of our adorab blee feathered and flu ufffy friends!

Purchase Advance Tickets Online & SAVE!