Labour Day Parade

Looking for something to do besides getting the kids ready for school? Check out the annual parade celebrating the strength and solidarity of workers. It begins at 8:30 am at Dundas and University, travels west along Queen to Dufferin and south to the CNE. Includes free admission to CNE! 

Happy holiday Monday everyone!

Karen

Long weekend warm wishes

Have a safe and happy long weekend!

Karen and the Millar Team

Artfest at the Distillery fine art & craft show

Why not take the family to the Distillery District and visit the Artfest! There will be painting, photography, sculptures and more by Canadian artists and artisans, plus live music from August 30 to September 2, 11 am-6 pm daily. Free! Distillery District, 55 Mill. Visit Artfest for more information.

Enjoy!
Karen 

Kortright Organic Farm

This will be a great afternoon outing! Learn to make soil and take home a pot with seeds ready to grow Sunday September 1 at 1 & 2:30 pm. Free with admission to Kortright Centre For Conservation Pine Valley and Major Mackenzie (Kleinburg). For more information call 905-832-2289.

Enjoy!
Karen

Fan Expo Sports Show

This could be a very interesting event. The Fan Expo is a pop culture convention featuring gaming, horror, sci-fi, anime and sports, with guests including David Hasselhoff, Bobby Orr and Lena Headey. The event runs from August 22 to 25. Tickets are $10 for the day, kids ticketst are free at Metro Convention Centre, 255 Front W. For more information visit fanexposports.com.

Enjoy!
Karen

Sunday Marche

This is a great opportunity to get outside with the family. The weekly market at the Evergreen Brickworks featurs artisanal cheeses and oils, snacks, gifts, clothing and more. Sundays 11 am-3 pm. Free! Evergreen Brick Works, 550 Bayview. For more information visit The Brickworks.

Enjoy!
Karen

Kidville

Looking for something to do with the kids? The Arts centre open house will feature musical performances by Rockin' Railroad and more. Open from August 24 to 25, 11 am-3 pm Free at 3420 Yonge (Yonge & Teddington Park).  For more information call 416-483-7070.

Enjoy!
Karen

Beach Day!!!

This sounds like so much fun! Blue Flag Beach Bonanza hosted by Environmental defence will feature yoga on the beach, sandcastle competitions, scavenger hunts, kite flying and more. August 18 from 10 am-4 pm free at Woodbine Beach (foot of Woodbine). Visit Woodbine Beach for more information.

Enjoy!
Karen


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The CNE opens this weekend!

Boy oh boy! I can't believe its this time of the year! The CNE opens this weekend and features bandshell concerts, celebrity chef demos, parades, the Air Show, the midway, rides, competition and much more! The CNE runs from August 16 until September 2. The admission is $16, children/seniors $12, under 4 free (rides extra). Visit Exhibition Place for more information theex.com. 

Enjoy!
Karen

Teddy Bear's Picnic

This will be a great outing for the whole family! Beasley Bear's Teddy Bear Picnic Live performances, bouncy castles, activities and an appearance by Beasley Bear. Aug 16 to 17, 11 am-4 pm. Free with cost of ferry at Centrevile, Centre Island. For more information visit Centre Island.

Enjoy!
Karen

Riverdale Farm

Looking for somewhere to take the kids that won't break the bank? I used to take my kids to the Riverdale Farm all the time. It's often one of those places that is forgotten but its such a lovely place. Small children will love it and if the older children aren't having as much fun as the younger generation then there is also a park right beside the farm with a wading pool. Parking is free and there is a little cafe on the corner where you can stop in and have lunch. Better yet...pack a picnic and eat in the park! Visit Riverdale Farm for more info.

Enjoy!

Karen

Taste of the Danforth

This is a fantastic festival for the whole family. This is a Festival of Greek culture with food tasting, live music and dance, a kids' Fun Zone and more. Free!  Danforth from Broadview to Jones from August 9 to 11. Visit tasteofthedanforth.com for more information.

Opa!
Karen

Train run in Don Valley Aug 7

What a great idea! A weekly Trail Run Group run through the Don Valley Trails. Wednesdays 6:30 pm. Free! Salomon, 10 Aggie Hogg Gardens. For more information call 416-384-1661. Don't forget to stretch before and after your run! Your mussels will thank you!

Enjoy!
Karen