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March Break on a Budget PG 3

Friendly Skies PG 4

Keeping your Family Safe in the Cold Months PG 5

Bite into a New Healthy Lifestyle PG 6

Mushroom Slider Recipe PG 7

Luck of the Irish PG 8

March Events PG 10-11

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Time for Preschool?

March Break Events PG 12

It’s Maple Sugaring Time PG 14

Start Planning Family Vacations Now PG 16

Colouring & Maze PG 17

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Yes, you can enjoy a fun March Break without breaking the bank or having to do any extensive planning. Here are a few ideas that are both lowcost and low-effort. Be creative and think of more fun and memorable March Break ideas that don’t cost a fortune. Take advantage of these few suggestions to get you rolling!

Be a tourist in your own city Have you ever completely toured the city of Toronto to see what it offers? We’re talking about visiting all the main attractions, like you would if you were on holiday in a foreign city. If is this something you’ve always dreamed of doing, get a City Pass and take 5 days to explore TO’s highlights! Admission is deeply discounted and visiting a score of attractions with this type of pass is cheaper than hitting a remote beach. You get to see the CN Tower, Casa Loma, Ontario Science Centre, Royal Ontario Museum, and Toronto Zoo, while saving up to 50%.

Visit www.citypass.com.

Visit a conservation park These types of parks fill up very quickly in the summer. March represents a great opportunity to see some natural treasures without huge summer crowds. Parks are usually within a day’s drive of larger urban areas. Visit www.ontarioconservationareas.ca.

Get into the swim of things at an indoor water park It’s a hot trend in family travel and if you can’t afford the overnight stay, go for the day! Who doesn’t enjoy tall as building speed slides that will send you down a near-vertical or swirly drops. Enjoy everything wet and wild at an indoor waterpark. Check websites for day pass admissions.

Commute to the nearest city The Road Trip! It’s the quintessential March Break trip idea, and it’s a whole lot less expensive than a vacation. Neighbouring cities can offer some different and fun family attractions. Go for a day trip and hit the local museums and attractions. Have a great

family dinner. It will feel like you got away. Plan ahead to see memorable roadside attractions. For cheap overnight stays, research hotels before you leave and pile your whole crew into an inexpensive hotel room.

And for more March Break on the cheap...

Treat yourself and the kids some of these fun affordable activities: • Check for special events at the library or your community centre. They may have story times or other programs for kids. Registrations fees are nominal or activities may even be free.

• Go play outside at your local park, or take a dip in your community pool.

• Let your kids have a sleep-over.

• Visit grandparents or friends.

• If you have a little money to splurge, go to a hotel in your town for one night, preferably one with an indoor heated pool. Swimming “while it’s still

cool outside” can be a real treat for everyone.

• Go bowling. This inexpensive activity will provide hours of fun.

• Take a trip to the skating rink, or the roller rink.

• Go to the movies and check out that latest release you’ve wanted to see. Or enjoy a movie night at home.

• Plan a game day. Your kids no doubt have board games they haven’t played with in a while. Invite friends to bring their favourite games and join you.

• Cook something together. Even young kids can help shake sprinkles on cookies or pour a cup of flour into a bowl.

• Arts and crafts are fun to do during the break.

There are lots of spring craft projects to be found online and in magazines. Kids can start to think about Easter activities.

With a little creativity and planning ahead, March Break can be fun for everyone!

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A quick and easy guide for flying with kids this march break March Break’s finally here, and you’re planning the trip of a lifetime… the trip you saved up for all year! The hitch? You’re flying with your kids!

Between packing for the trip, the long lines and possibly longer waits, and sitting in the confinement of a plane for hours, flying with your kids can be a stressful event.

Here are a few tips and fun things to do to make the skies friendlier and to trouble-proof your trip!

• Try to book your flight during non-peak times!

Fewer crowds mean less stress.

• Direct or Layover? There are two schools of thought. Some parents like non-stop flights and feel that the fewer trips, the easier. Some feel that a break in an airport in the middle of a long journey can actually be a good idea. See what scenario works best for your family.

• Make sure you get a flight with a movie - kids will love it and it will help pass the time.

• Invest in headsets or kid-size earphones so kids

can plug into music during the flight.

• Order a kid-friendly meal at least 24-hours prior to the flight. Check your airline’s policies. If meals are not available, make sure you pack some well-liked healthy snacks. This isn’t the time to introduce new foods - mid-air allergies are just plain ugly. You’ll also keep kids happy with their favourite treats.

• Ask for blankets and pillows as soon as you board to make the kids comfortable.

• Bring some gum for the kids to chew (if they are old enough). This will help unblock ears. For infants and toddlers, have them take a bottle, a sippie cup, or give them a pacifier. This will help little ears when the air pressure in the airplane is at its worst.

• Have your kids bring a small backpack with their favourite books, comics, toys, stuffed animal, sticker activity books, and colouring gear. Bring comics, activity books (Sudoku, crosswords), and

electronics for older children.

• Toys that are a no-no on the plane consist of things that make noise, PlayDoh or anything sticky, balls, LEGO or toys that include very tiny pieces, and Frisbees (too many small pieces and no room to play). Try travel-size board games, puzzles that don’t have too many pieces or card games like Uno. • Bring a fun loot bag for each child with some new surprises.

Use it as a reward if they behave during the flight.

The important thing is to plan ahead and try to anticipate problems that may occur. When in doubt, communicate with your airline.

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safety | cold weather tips

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Keeping your family safe in extreme cold weather Dressed in just a a diaper, T-shirt and boots, threeyear-old Elijah Marsh, got out of bed, opened the door and walked out of his grandmother’s apartment and into the cold. Security footage shows the little boy leaving the apartment building in the Allen Road and Highway 401 area at 4:05 a.m. on Feb. 19.

In the middle of a cold weather alert, the temperature dropped well below -20 degrees Celsius.

When he was discovered missing, the entire city and even people from the neighbouring cities banned together to find the missing little boy. Unfortunately, by the time he was found, it was too late.

The frigid Canadian temperature didn’t take long to formulate the workings of a real life tragedy.

Although it holds no closure, sometimes accidents just happen without anybody to blame. There are, however, steps that parents can take to avoid the same fate.

Step 1: Discussion Constable Victor Kwong with the Toronto Police says that one of the things you can do that can be a major help with keeping your kids safe in the winter months is simple—have a discussion.

It’s important that you give your kids the tool of knowledge when it comes to their safety and since children are much smarter than people give them credit for it’s important to sit down with them and outline safety practices. Even older children can benefit from the discussion because they too can be aware of closing and locking doors behind them when they leave and making sure that the younger children in the family are always with an adult whether it be a parent, family member or baby-sitter. If you give them the information they need to keep themselves safe, there’s a better chance they will do just that. Tell your children what times they are allowed to exit the home on their own or with friends, and develop a safe, warm place to go to if by some chance your child gets lost in the cold. For children, just knowing what they can do in this type of situation is half the battle.

Step 2: Develop a security system Not all parents have the ability to deck their homes out with a top of the line security system but that doesn’t mean they can’t have one in place. Something as simple as hanging a bell on the door can alert the adult in charge that the door has been opened. It’s important that the bell is loud enough, and remains on the doors at all times. Also, a lock at the top of the door will be extra protection for a child who is able enough to pull a chair to reach the mid-level lock. A chain

lock or dead bolt at the very top of the door will provide enough height that, for most young children, can’t be reached. Also, it is important to discuss these locks and bells with babysitters so that they know to keep them locked and in place at all times. When it comes to dropping your children off at babysitters’ homes, make sure you have found someone you can trust and who is willing to proof their home to avoid any accidents.

Step 3: Know your surroundings As mentioned above, if the bell does not work you can establish a safe, secure place within the neighbourhood. Whether it be a store close by that you frequent with your child or a neighbours home that you trust, make sure that both yourself, your child, and the third party are aware that you have chosen your safe place and that your child knows exactly how to get there from the area around your home. Also, ensure your child knows the neighbourhood. Take your child for walks and teach them to get their bearings in the neighbourhood so that eventually no matter what direction they walk in they will know how to get back, or to the safe place from a certain radius around the community you live in.

Step 4: Be prepared for the cold It’s no surprise that the Canadian winter weathers are frigid and relentless, but with that comes many ways to ensure that your children, who are much more susceptible to the weather, stay safe and warm even if they do happen to wonder off on their own. When the weather is below -27, playing outside should be strictly off limits, even with bundling up. When it isn’t as frosty, children should be bundled up with pants, warm socks, sweaters, snow pants, a winter jacket, a scarf, mittens and a hat. They want to stay warm but they also want to stay dry, and that’s when a snowsuit will come in handy along with regular checks of their gear. Also, when it is that cold out, you’ll want to make sure that your children are playing close to a warm shelter where they can take breaks from the temperatures between tag games. For example, staying close to the house or a warming station in the city could be very beneficial.

In Canada, there’s no way to avoid the cold weather but with these steps you may just make winter a safer season for yourself and your family.

For more information on how to stay safe in the winter months go to www.caringforkids.cps.ca/ handouts/winter_safety.

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healthy living | nutrition month

Bite into a new healthy lifestyle March is National Nutrition Month. It’s time to focus on being as healthy as we can be, especially when it comes to the foods we choose to put in our mouths to nourish our bodies but also the foods we choose to put on our kids plates.

Here are 10 easy tips to get your family on the path to healthy eating: 1. Establish family meal time Sit down to a meal together as a family several times a week. Family meals focus on eating and enjoying food and each other. Turn off the TV, put down the phone, and catch up on everyone’s day.

Regularly scheduled meal and snack times help kids learn structure for eating.

2. Drink up Drink water or low-fat milk or non-dairy alternatives such as almond milk. Drink less soda or sugarsweetened drinks. Try adding citrus or berries to a glass of sparkling water as a healthy drink.

3. Eat breakfast Start your day off right with a protein-packed breakfast so you’ll be more likely to make good

choices throughout the day. For families on the go, whip up a healthy breakfast smoothie with all of their favourite fruits in the morning or prepare it the night before. Toss out those sugar-filled neoncoloured “breakfast” cereals.

4. Smart dining out choices Choose foods that are baked, steamed, or broiled and avoid fried foods. Ask for sauces and salad dressings on the side and use them sparingly. Look for “healthy eating” menu options that are widely available.

5. Check your portions Kids are smaller than adults and should eat smaller portions. Learn what makes a healthy portion size. Always start with a small portion; they can always have seconds if they are still hungry.

6. Cut back on sugar Cut back on sweets. Switch to lower sugar breakfast cereals and replace desserts like ice cream and cake for fruit based desserts. Blending a frozen banana is an excellent replacement for ice cream.

7. Reduce fat

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Switch to low or non-fat milk, yogurt and cheese.

Choose lean cuts of meat like skinless chicken or extra lean ground beef for hamburgers or pasta sauces and meatballs.

8. Eat healthy snacks Reduce the number of processed snacks served each day. Give children more fruit or veggies, e.g. watermelon. Save “treats” for special occasions.

9. Eat more fruits & vegetables

Kids should eat five fruits and vegetables a day.

Mix vegetables into dishes, like adding peas to rice, or cucumbers to a sandwich.

10. Stay active as a family Engaging in physical activity as a family can be a fun way to get everyone moving. Walk, run, play ball; anything that gets you physically active and having fun.

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Hidden veggies Sneak vegetables into meal time favourites with this delicious and easy mushroom meatball slider Sneak veggies onto the dinner plate by using the “blend and extend” method. Not only will it add an extra serving of vegetables to your meal, by adding mushrooms to your ground beef it makes eating beef more affordable.

Fresh Canadian mushrooms are a nutrient dense food that is available year round, making them a great value for both your health and your pocketbook. By adding a 1/2 cup serving of mushrooms to your meals, you are adding vitamins, minerals, fibre and antioxidants­—all vital to good health.

When it comes to the B vitamins, including riboflavin, niacin, and pantothenic acid, fresh mushrooms make a great choice.

A single serving of fresh mushrooms is a source of copper, phosphorus, potassium and selenium. Along with serving up great taste, fresh mushrooms also contribute to daily intakes of iron, magnesium and zinc.

Mushrooms offer both soluble and insoluble fibre, which promote satiety, good bowel health, and may have anti-cancer properties.

Antioxidants are the heroes of cell preservation.

They work by slowing or preventing the oxidative process caused by free radicals that can lead to cell damage and the onset of problems like heart disease and diabetes.

With all the health benefits of mushrooms, these sliders could make a great crowd favourite and are especially kid friendly. They are a little on the spicy side, but you can omit the red pepper flakes if you want to keep things a bit milder.

Beef and Mushroom Meatball Sliders Makes 12 Ingredients: 4 oz white button mushrooms1 clove garlic, minced1 lb lean ground beef1/3 cup bread crumbs1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley1 egg 2 tbsp +1/4 cup barbecue sauce1/2 tsp red pepper flakes (can omit) Directions: 1. Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Grease a baking sheet with olive oil.

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holidays | st. patrick’s day

Luck of the Irish St. Patrick’s Day is a time of year when everyone gets to celebrate Irish heritage. Although once celebrated primarily by those people of Irish descent, St. Patrick’s Day is now celebrated by people of various ethnic backgrounds. Many of the festivities surrounding St. Patrick’s Day are geared toward adults. However, any celebration can be customized to include enjoyable activities for younger celebrants.

Before buying supplies for the party, make a list of guests who have acknowledged they will attend the festivities. This will help determine just what is

T.O. Tip For a piece of Irish history in the city head down to Bathurst St. and Queens Quay. At the foot of the boardwalk on the waterfront you’ll find Ireland Park. The park features oak trees, a cylinder of stacked glass that serves as a beacon of hope and five bronze sculptures created by renowned Irish sculptor Rowan Gillespie depicting the arrival of Irish Famine migrants in Canada. These sculptures mirror the ‘Departure’ series of seven famine sculptures in Dublin.

needed for the party based on the number of participants and age groups. It may be wise to divide the celebration into two parts. Have the party start earlier in the day and cater to all age groups. Later on the children may retire to bed or be under the care of babysitters while the adults continue the revelry.

Here are some other ideas for success: • Children are more well behaved when they have something to keep them occupied, so organize games and activities to keep their attention.

Instead of an “egg hunt,” which would be an Easter activity, borrow from the theme and hide leprechaun treasures around the house. Send children on a scavenger hunt to find chocolate gold coins or other treats.

• Enlist the help of children with refreshments.

They can help whip up a batch of Irish soda bread or a green-frosted cake. Purchase bulk candies and have children sort out the yellow and green ones for festive candy dishes.

• Create a specialized beverage that children will enjoy. It’s easy to make a bowl of punch with a few ingredients. Mix seltzer water with a green- or yellow-hued fruit punch. Float spoonfuls of lime sherbet on top, which will gradually melt into the punch. Spoon into green plastic cups.

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them open and find the treasure inside. Purchase a treasure chest, shamrock or another pinata shape that will tie into your theme. Fill with stickers, gold coins, candy, and other green items.

• Be sure to have foods on hand that children will enjoy. Anything can be turned festive with a hint of green food colouring. Tint macaroni and cheese green and serve in little bowls. Colour biscuit dough and wrap around mini hotdogs for clever “pigs in a blanket.” Serve chicken strips

with green-hued mashed potatoes. Cut sandwiches into four-leaf clovers with the appropriate cookie cutter. Think creatively to put smiles on the faces of children. Even adults may appreciate the creativity in the food and drinks.

People of all ages and cultures gather together for St. Patrick’s Day festivities. Help everyone to feel welcome by catering to the needs of party guests of all ages.

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upcomingevents Public Skating at Evergreen Brick Works Lace for free public skating 7 days-aweek on the outdoor Ice Skating Rink, an enchanting winter destination for the whole family. It’s the perfect place for winter fun, as you wind through the gardens and enjoy nature in the city! Free.

Until Mar 15 Evergreen Brick Works 550 Bayview Avenue www.evergreen.ca Family Sundays at the AGO With events for little kids, big kids and the whole family, there is fun for everyone. Our interactive, innovative family activities change on a monthly basis and are inspired by our ever-changing exhibitions and collections.

Sundays in March Art Gallery of Ontario www.ago.net BRAIN: The Inside Story at the Ontario Science Centre Take an unprecedented journey through the essential bundle of neurons that is

the human brain, the control centre for our thoughts, senses and feelings.

Until March 29 Ontario Science Centre www.ontariosciencecentre.ca Memorable Munsch at Solar Stage We bring back our traditional and very popular series of Munsch stories presented in one skillful and comic play!

(Play) Ages 3 - 10.

Weekends in March Solar Stage, the Madison Centre 4950 Yonge Street, North York www.solarstage.on.ca Toronto Zoo 2015 Orchid Festival The Horticulture Team has added some spring magic in the Malayan Woods pavilion for the 2015 Orchid Festival. With over 90 Asian, and American orchids, plus the clouded leopard, red-tailed green ratsnake and exotic birds, the Malayan Woods Pavilion is the perfect place to escape.

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YMCA Megathon Be part of a fun-filled week of fitness challenges and fundraising activities when you join this year’s Megathon.

Funds raised will help more children, teens, adults and families stay healthy and active at the Y. Free admission.

Mar 1 to Mar 7, 11 a.m. until 10 p.m.

All YMCAs across the GTA Various Locations www.my.ymcagta.org Pinocchio at YPT Internationally-acclaimed theatre company from Québec Tout à Trac put on their production of Pinocchio. Interweaving dance, puppetry, music and illusion at breakneck speed, writer/director Hugo Bélanger whips up a show that’s as imaginative as Geppeto himself ... and just as heartfelt as the kindly old woodcarver.

Mar 3 to Mar 21 Young People’s Theatre 165 Front St. East www.youngpeoplestheatre.ca Shakespeare in Action - TD Shakespeare for Kids Library Club This is a FREE readers’ theatre program for Shakespeare Kids ages 7-12! Join SHAKESPEARE IN ACTION for storytelling adventures! Explore the world of magic, witches, ghosts, silly mix-ups, and swordplay in some of the greatest stories ever told!

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Toronto ComiCon presented by FAN EXPO is an all-ages pop culture convention for fans of comics, sci-fi, horror, anime, and gaming. The 3-day show is packed with exciting familyfriendly programming and activities. Past guest highlights are Star Trek: TNG’s Patrick Stewart, Lord of the Ring’s Sean Astin, and My Little Pony’s Katie Cook. Wonder which pop culture icons are coming this year?

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high-speed leaps and throws, graceful and sublime ice dancing, awe-inspiring acrobatics and aerial gymnastics, stunning stilt skating and spectacular visual effects.

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Canada Blooms: The Flower and Garden Festival Canada Blooms is an annual worldclass festival that connects people to the joys and benefits of nature through experiences with gardens and flowers by promoting, educating, inspiring and celebrating all aspects of horticulture.

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St. Patrick’s Day Parade Everyone is Irish on St. Patrick’s Day! Enjoy a family friendly celebration of Ireland and St. Patrick with colorful floats, bands, dancers and marching groups.

The procession starts at noon from St. George and Bloor, heading east before turning south along Yonge to Queen where it makes a final turn to finish at Nathan Phillips Square. Free.

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Mar 15 Living Arts Centre - Hammerson Hall 4141 Living Arts Dr., Mississauga www.livingartscentre.ca Sing-A-Long-A Grease at the Living Arts Centre Have you ever been to a film musical and had the uncontrollable urge to burst into song? Ever wanted to know what it’s like to be a T-bird or a Pink Lady but never quite felt cool enough to pull it off? Well, now is your chance to don those pink jackets, grease up those quiffs and let your inhibitions go for an evening where you are the stars.

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Living Arts Centre - Hammerson Hall 4141 Living Arts Dr., Mississauga www.livingartscentre.ca Easter Traditions at Colborne Lodge Visit inside Colborne Lodge and learn about 19th-century Easter traditions.

Families will tour the museum and spot Easter treasures hidden in the restored rooms. Children dye their own eggs using natural dyes. Last tour at 3:15 p.m.

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Colborne Lodge - High Park 11 Colborne Lodge Dr. www.toronto.ca/museum-events Hairspray You can’t stop the beat in this big and

bold musical about one girl’s inspiring dream to dance! The 1950’s are out and change is in the air! Hairspray, winner of 8 TONY Awards including Best Musical, is a family-friendly musical piled bouffant high with laughter, romance, and deliriously tuneful songs!

Mar 21 to Apr 12 Randolph Theatre 736 Bathurst St. www.lowerossingtontheatre.com Disney’s Beauty and the Beast Jr. Step into the enchanted world of Disney’s Beauty And The Beast Jr! Featuring songs from the Academy Award-winning animated feature, this stage version includes music by Alan Menken and the late Howard Ashman, along with new songs by Mr. Menken and Tim Rice!

Mar 21 to Apr 12 Randolph Theatre 736 Bathurst St. www.lowerossingtontheatre.com Star Trek with Live Orchestra Featuring The Kitchener-Waterloo Symphony Score by Michael Giacchino Space is still the final frontier... and director J.J. Abrams re-exhilarated the iconic Star Trek franchise with one of the most exciting and irresistible blockbusters in recent movie-going history. The full-length epic film will be presented on wide-screen with composer Michael Giacchino’s thrilling scores performed live to picture.

Sony Centre For The Performing Arts 1 Front St. East www.sonycentre.ca The Adventures of Robin Hood at the Living Arts Centre Join internationally acclaimed Visible Fictions for a silly and unexpected take on Robin Hood and be prepared to unleash your imagination! In a forest somewhere near you, there is a band of

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Mar 22 Living Arts Centre - RBC Theatre 4141 Living Arts Dr., Mississauga www.livingartscentre.ca Easter Egg Painting Workshop: A Family Workshop Learn this ancient art form. Create your own personalized pysanky (Easter eggs) using traditional wax resist techniques.

Pre-registration is required. Adults: $10; Children: $5 (plus tax).

Mar 28 and Mar 29 Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre 67 Pottery Rd. www.toronto.ca/museum-events High Park Easter Egg Hunt at Colborne Lodge Bring your Easter basket and join in this annual community event held on the grounds of Colborne Lodge. Children enjoy egg hunts and colour eggs using natural dyes inside historic Colborne Lodge. $3 for egg hunts and $1 for egg dyeing. Registration not required.

Mar 29, 11 a.m. until 3 p.m.

Colborne Lodge - High Park 11 Colborne Lodge Dr. www.toronto.ca/museum-events March Weekends at Scarborough Museum Come celebrate everything green and find your pot of gold this month at Scarborough Museum! Fun family activities each weekend. Admission is Pay What You Can. Weekends in March Scarborough Museum 1007 Brimley Rd. www.toronto.ca/museum-events Toronto Sushi Festival The Annual Toronto Sushi Festival features the best sushi restaurants in Ontario under one roof: over 30 arts

and cultural vendors, celebrity chefs, VIP all-access tickets available and live sushi demonstrations.

Mar 5 and Mar 6 6 Garamond Crt. www.sushifestival.ca The Natrel® Rink at Harbourfront Harbourfront Centre’s Natrel® Rink is a popular skating destination in the heart of the city. Visitors can enjoy our artificially-cooled outdoor rink while

skating to music and taking in the beautiful surroundings of Lake Ontario and the Toronto Islands. On-site skate rentals, helmet rentals, change rooms, rental lockers and skate sharpening are available. Free admission.

Until mid-March, weather-dependent Harbourfront Centre 235 Queens Quay West www.harbourfrontcentre.com For more March events, visit: www.toronto4kids.com/Calendar

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Plenty to do over March Break Starting Saturday, March 14, students have nine days off for March Break (some may even be luckier with a PA Day on Friday, March 13). If you need to work during the week and are in need of child care, there are lots of enriching school break camps all over the GTA. But if you’re lucky enough to have the time off, too, there’s lots of winter fun to be had. Check websites for exact dates and times.

March Break at the Hockey Hall of Fame Try your hand at goaltending, shooting, play-byplay calling, and even hosting your own sports broadcast. Revel in the world’s greatest collection of hockey artifacts and get hands-on access to the coveted Stanley Cup. Plus, daily giveaways for kids compliments of Esso.

Hockey Hall of Fame 30 Yonge Street, Brookfield Pl. www.hhof.com March Break at Casa Loma Have you ever wanted to be a knight?! A prince or princess? Discover your inner hero on an adventure that includes challenging gallant games, solving princely puzzles, interactive medieval theatre, making creative crafts and more! Meet Cinderella and

sing along to her favourite songs!

Casa Loma 1 Austin Ter. www.casaloma.org Wizard World Wizard World features three shows: a magic show, a bird show and a clown show. It also features over 25 rides, including a combination of inflatable and mechanical rides for ages 2 to 12 and even some rides for the adults to enjoy. Wizard World is a fun experience that includes arts and crafts, a toddler room, mascots and more.

Better Living Centre, Exhibition Place www.wizardworld.ca March Break at Ontario’s Legislative Building A free, fun-filled morning awaits children ages 6 to 10 at Ontario’s Legislative Building this March Break. Introduce your youngsters to provincial parliament during a two hour interactive program featuring a variety of activities. Participants will explore the Legislature during a scavenger hunt; get creative during a craft activity; and learn how debates work in the Legislative Chamber while trying

on the traditional black robes worn in parliament.

Pre-registration is required, and children must be accompanied by an adult.

Legislative Assembly of Ontario 111 Wellesley St.West www.educationportal.ontla.on.ca/en/visit-us/programs/march-break-program Big Bad Wolf vs.

Lord Underwearface von Schtinker Big Bad Wolf vs. Lord Underwearface von Schtinker is a hilarious musical romp that takes a new look at a children’s classic. Framed for heinous crimes by the evil von Schtinker, our unlikely hero, Big Bad Wolf, must enlist the help of his fairy tale friends to prove that things aren’t always as they seem. Featuring audience sing-alongs, goofy chases, and a true lesson in friendship, this interactive show will engage and delight children, while Second City’s sly humour ensures parents will be laughing along as well.

The Second City Theatre 51 Mercer St www.secondcity.com March Break at Black Creek There is a mystery stirring! A series of thefts have

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taken place in the Village! Help Sherlock Holmes and Watson solve this mystery by finding clues throughout the Village. With activities in every building you will use your detective skills to solve the crime.

Black Creek Pioneer Village 1000 Murray Ross Parkway www.blackcreek.ca Science Centre March Break Day Camp Boost your brain with a day of hands-on, interactive discovery at the Ontario Science Centre’s Day Camps! Make new friends, take part in exciting science experiments and enjoy exclusive access to the exhibit halls. Kids ages 5-12 only!

Ontario Science Centre www.ontariosciencecentre.com Futurology: Blast off to the Future Now! Blast off on a fantastic voyage this March Break with cutting-edge technologies and adventures in science, art and culture. All ages. Drop in anytime between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.

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It’s maple sugaring time!

Maple sugaring season is here!

Tap trees, collect sap and see syrup made over a wood-fired evaporator. Stop by these Greater Toronto Area locations for tree tapping and syrup tasting.

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Sweet Water Demonstrations at Crawford Lake Visit Crawford Lake’s reconstructed Iroquoian Village and learn how maple syrup was discovered and used by Ontario’s First Peoples. Nostalgia is served warm and gooey in the afternoon as staff demonstrate how to make taffy on snow. Sample a variety of syrup grades to determine your maple syrup personality.

Feb. 28 to Apr. 5 www.conser vationhalton.ca/ events Maple Sugar Festival and Pancake House Join Brooks Farms for train and wagon rides, sap and syrup tastings, barnyard playland, camp fire

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Bronte Creek’s Annual Maple Syrup Festival Enjoy a guided tour of the Maple Lane, where 1890s costumed interpreters demonstrate how to tap maple trees, make maple syrup and maple sugar. View artifacts in the maple museum or tour the 100-year-old Spruce Lane Farmhouse.

Weekends in March + March Break 9:30 a.m. until 3 p.m. www.brontecreek.org/ Mapletown at Mountsberg Mountsberg’s sugar bush has been producing maple magic for more than 150 years and educating the public for more than 30 years. Approximately 600 trees are tapped during spring and the watery sap is be magically transformed into sweet maple syrup in the Sugar Shanty. Learn the secrets of maple candy making and taste free candy samples.

Feb. 28 to Apr. 5 www.conser vationhalton.ca/ maple-town

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Award Winning Bilingual Education 416.250.9952 torontofrenchMontesssori.com in sugar bush, and much more including a pancake house serving pancakes with real maple syrup, maple muffins and butter tarts, sausage, and hot drinks. Open daily during March Break.

Mar. 7 to Apr. 5 www.brooksfarms.com Maple Syrup Festival at Bruce Mill The Maple Syrup Festival includes demonstrations, wagon rides, activities, and of course pancakes with maple syrup.

Feb. 28 to Apr. 6, 2015 www.maplesyrupfest.com Maple Syrup Festival at Horton Tree Farms Savour the taste of hot pancakes fresh off the griddle smothered with homemade maple syrup in the old log cabin. Experience maple syrup being made in the pioneer and modern ways is a Canadian tradition to be enjoyed year after year.

Mar.14 to Apr. 14 www.hortontreefarms.com/maple_syrup.php Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival

See how maple syrup is made at the 39th Annual Maple Syrup Festival at Purple Woods Conservation Area in Oshawa, Ontario.

Take a horse-drawn wagon ride and enjoy some hot pancakes.

Mar. 7 to 29 (Weekends + March Break) www.cloca.com Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival This year’s festival includes a number of activities: tractor drawn wagon rides, kids activities, outdoor pioneer displays, sugar shack demonstrations, taffy tasting, pancake breakfast and live entertainment!

Mar. 7 to 29 (Weekends), 10 a.m. until 4 p.m. www.creditvalleyca.ca Maple Syrup Festival at Kortright The Maple Syrup Festival includes demonstrations, wagon rides, activities, and of course pancakes with maple syrup, with special activities planned for March Break.

Feb. 28 to Apr. 6 www.maplesyrupfest.com —www.Toronto4Kids.com

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Green Eggs and Ham A beginner book for those independent children that want to experience the true joys of reading on their own, Green Eggs and Ham follows Sam-IAm and his favourite ways to eat his favourite food. A classic to the core, this book is a great family read.

Ages 3+

We’ve changed our book nook look! This month we are highlighting one of the greatest children’s books writers of all time, Dr. Seuss! The classic stories from the mind of Seuss will keep any child entertained.

The Sneeches and Other Stories With 4 stories in one, The Sneetches and other stories is a classic collection of tales about what it is to be silly.

Dr. Seuss takes his signature style of rhyming and unique characters and makes it into a book of stories your children will not want to put down.

The Cat in the Hat The Suess classic “The Cat in the Hat“ follows a brother and sister bored on a rainy day. That is, until the Cat in the Hat shows up and flips their boredom on its head with his own style of fantastic adventure.

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One Fish, Two Fish, Red Fish, Blue Fish This book comes from the heart of imagination and encourages children to embrace the make-believe with silly rhymes and exceptional visuals. It is an entertaining read for the entire family and could even be read aloud together.

Ages 3+

What Pet Should I Get?

The never-before-read book from the classic Dr. Seuss collection follows a brother and sister on their quest to find the perfect pet for their family. It teaches decision making and provides kids with a brand new Dr. Seuss experience.

Ages 3+

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With March Break fast approaching be sure to secure your spot for “Taste of Summer”! Each day will be something fun and different. We have taken the most popular summer kamp activities and created a fun packed week. Even better, Kidz Kare provides all the food for the week so you can take a break from packing those lunches.

Monday - Junior Chefs

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We’ll have some fun recipes for the children to cook up in our on site kitchen.

Tuesday - Wacky Scientists

The Children will participate in some fun and wacky experiments.

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Wednesday - Space Warriors

Even though they wont leave earth, our voyagers will feel like they have ventured through the galaxy.

Thursday – Music Makers Children will become music makers for the day and be able to experiment with different kinds of instruments.

Friday – Underwater Explorers

Our explorers will dive down to the bottom of the ocean and learn about different forms of sea creatures.

$250/child

If you are interested in taking part in our March Break "taste of summer" Kamp, please email: kamps@kidzkare.ca

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Open House: Thursday April 23rd, 5 to 8 pm 416-285-0870 | www.MetroPrep.com | 49 Mobile Drive, Toronto

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Camp Alumni Olympian - Gabrielle Daleman, Camp Alumni Jr. Men’s - Zachary Daleman & Camp Alumni Youth Olympian - Idoia Fuentes

REGISTER NOW FOR YOUR CHILD’S BEST SUMMER CAMP EXPERIENCE EVER!

The Winning Techniques Camp welcomes you to spend your summer with us. Our programs are designed to encourage personal achievement in a fun environment. We take pride in providing a safe & healthy place for individuals to learn & grow. Meet new friends and create memories that will last a lifetime.

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Start planning family-friendly vacations now Old-fashioned family vacations are a treasured part of many family traditions. Such excursions may be the only time families get to spend any extended time together.

Families have plenty of vacation prospects at their disposal. If this is the year your family bucks tradition and tries a new vacation destination, explore these family-friendly possibilities.

• Find a location with hands-on activities.

Children may grow bored of simply taking in the sights. Vacations that enable them to “do” instead of just “see” may be more enjoyable. Visit locations with “touch” museums or science centres that encourage kids to get in on the action.

Historic locales may do demonstrations or reenactments of how life was in eras past. Remember to include children in the family activities and give things a try, such as helping paddle a canoe or light a fire on a camping trip.

• Don’t overlook smaller theme parks.

While kids may have their hearts set on travelling long distances to the major theme parks, do not rule out options closer to home. Smaller parks may not have every attraction, but they do boast a variety of activities and rides that can keep children occupied for hours.

• Choose places of cultural impact. Family vacations do not need to be limited to riding roller coasters. Children can learn a lot and take away lasting memories from vacations that open children’s eyes to something new. Visiting a large city, such as Los Angeles, New York, Chicago, or

Atlanta, can be a vacation in education. Metro areas boast attractions that can excite children, including tall buildings, museums and public transportation hubs just waiting to be explored.

Families venturing internationally may want to see the cultural centres of Rome, London or Athens.

• Consider a family resort. If a beach side adventure is your family’s idea of the perfect retreat, explore your options with regard to family resorts. For an all-inclusive price, these resorts may couple food packages with accommodations and activities to keep families happy. Check with popular hotel chains to see if they offer all-inclusive packages in destinations your family wants to visit. Parents who are pressed for time often find all-inclusive resorts don’t involve too much advanced planning.

• Go off the grid. Booking a campsite location and spending a few days in the great outdoors allows families to get back to nature while enjoying an inexpensive vacation. Families can camp in lodges or basic cabins, or rough it outside in a tent. Some families enjoy the benefits of renting an RV and visiting various campsites on their vacations. Let the activities unfold as you explore different trails and backroads along the way.

Family-vacation season is around the corner. No matter where travelers end up, the ultimate goal should be to have fun, experience something new and spend quality time together with loved ones.

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SBA youth basketball camps are committed to providing a safe, fun, and skill-focused experience for kids between the ages of 8 to 13. Under the expert care of our basketball camp coaches, kids not only learn individual, sport-oriented skills, but also develop personally and socially, learning teamwork and building character and life skills through sports.

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NEW INTRO TO DANCE CLASS SESSION Starting March, Ages 2.5-4 years old

Summer Dance Camps, Now Accepting Registration July 20th – 24th and August 17th – 21st Full days from 9-4pm Dance crafts activities ages 5+

Birthday Parties Available.

Voted one of the best dance schools by City Parent newsmagazine four years in a row and chosen as the “winner” for 2013 and 2014, try us out and see why.

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M ntessori Village & Education Centre March Break KEYBOARDING CAMP Learn Keyboarding in a fun and supportive environment.

March 16 – 20 9:00 am – 4:00 pm Register today at www.Idatd.on.ca or by calling 416-229-1680

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TODDLER • CASA ELEMENTARY SCHOOL 416. 266. 0424 www.gvmontessori.ca Open 7 am to 6:30 pm Open House Wednesdays @ 7 pm OPEN TO ALL… French Immersion Themed Classes – from age 6 to 14 yrs ENROLL NOW... Saturday 2 hour classes -- Call or Visit to enroll Tutoring: Ages 6 and up, French, Math, Language -- High school: Math, Physics, Chemistry 297 Old Kingston Rd @ Morrish Give your child the love of learning…

Playdium is the ultimate interactive, virtual, and physical entertainment centre for energetic families.

The 40,000 sq. ft. indoor complex features more than 200 high-tech attractions, rides and simulators. During your next visit, check-out the newest attractions and games at Playdium that include Spin Zone Bumper Cars and MaxFlight Roller Coaster Simulator.

Also new are dozens of new video and redemption games, including Mario Karts, Batman Drivers, Transformers, Candy Crush and Flappy Bird.

Playdium has an 11-acre outdoor park featuring go karts, mini golf, batting cages, bungee trampoline, and Water Wars where you catapult water balloons and try to soak your opponents.

Spend the day playing on all the exciting games and attractions, then take your tickets to

Playdium’s exciting Redemption Zone where you can redeem your tickets for plush toys, electronics and handheld games.

Refuel and energize yourself at Playdium’s diner. Here you can feast on a full menu of delicious appetizers, entrees, snacks, beverages, and pizza from Pizza Pizza.

Make Playdium part of your next special event. The facility is

able to accommodate Corporate Events as well as Ultimate Birthday Parties, Youth Group Events and Sports Team Celebrations and Banquets.

Playdium is located at 99 Rathburn Road in Mississauga.

For more information call 905-273-9000 or visit the website at www.playdium.com for details about the March Break specials.

As featured in the best selling book “The Woman Who Changed Her Brain”

Now offering 6-week Arrowsmith Program Summer Intensive targeting logical reasoning and comprehension.

Wednesday, April 8th, 2015 Wednesday, May 13th, 2015 Wednesday, June 17th, 2015

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