Toronto Reptile Expo

If you like creepy crawlers then this Expo is for you! Toronto Reptile Expo will have live reptile displays, products and interactive educational tables for all ages. The Expo is Sunday February 2 from 9 am-4 pm. Tickets are $10, seniors/children $5 at Downsview Park (40 Carl Hall). For more information visit reptileexpo.ca.
Enjoy!
Karen

Winterlicious

Attention all foodies! The Winterlicious Culinary festival is back with participating restaurants offering special prix-fixe menus for brunch, lunch and dinner. To plan your meals visit toronto.ca/winterlicious. Winterlicious runs from January 31 to February 13.

Bon appetit!
Karen

Tea Festival

This sounds very interesting. The Tea Festival will have tea tastings, speakers, tea ceremonies, an auction, exhibits and more. Tickets are $15 or in advance $10. A two-day pass is $20-$25 at the Reference Library, 789 Yonge. For more information visit teafestivaltoronto.com. The Festival runs from February 1 to 2.

Bottoms up!
Karen

Kiki & Ella

Okay everyone...this is a FABULOUS company that actually helps you save time and gives you peace of mind. Kiki & Ella is a gift basket company located in Don Mills and they are geared to give you top service, top quality items that will last and everything screams personal touch.  If you find you don't have time to shop for the perfect gift then these gals are for you. They have something for everyone. For more information visit their website: www.kikiandella.com

Enjoy!
Karen

The Gruffalo

This sounds like so much fun and I have never heard of people doing a story mob! I would love to see it in action! The Gruffalo story mob featuring the book by Julia Donaldson and Axel Scheffle from 1-4 pm Free!!! Location announced 24 hrs before the event. For more information visit storymobs.ca.

Enjoy!
Karen

Interior Design Show

The Interior Design Show is here. Get inspiration! This sounds like a fantastic show where that features international and Canadian design innovation. The show runs from January 23 to January 26 at the Metro Conventrion Centre. Visit Interior Design Show for more information.

Enjoy!
Karen

Toronto Travel Expo

It's that time of year where we are all itching to get away from the city. Somewhere warm or maybe to go skiing. Well here it is! The Toronto Travel Expo offers expert advice and you can find all the deals you want under one roof! I highly recommend going BUT remember not to up to win prizes because chances are they just want your email address so they can harass you! This show is 100% free! It takes Saturday January 18 at the Metro Convention Centre from 10am-4pm. For more information visit Travel Expo.

Enjoy!
Karen

Push is on to extend the Don Mills Trail

This was great news. All though it has not been confirm and the environmental assessment has been sent off to the province for approval, a clean up is in the near future. Having great bike and walking trails in Don Mills is just one of the million reasons we love the area. To read the article from My Town Crier visit Don Mills Trail.

Enjoy!
Karen

29 Toronto Clubs to Join

I saw this over the weekend in the Toronto Star and thought it was fantastic.  It's the "Joiner's" list for Toronto Clubs. Take a look and maybe you will see something that appeals to you. I liked #9 and #16. Click here to view the list.

Enjoy!
Karen

Estate Sale in Don Mills!

Come one, come all to 8 Hirondelle this Saturday, January 11 from 8am-1pm to a great estate sale! Tickets will be start being handed out at 6:30am.  To view some of the goods, visit 8 Hirondelle.

Enjoy!
Karen

Creative Science Sundays at the Science Centre

This sounds like a blast! Wish these things were around in my day! Creative Science Sundays offer music and technology fun labs for youths 14 and up. They will learn the basics of DJ scratching and create electronic music compositions. Free with admission to the Science Centre at 770 Don Mills. For more information call 416-696-1000 or visit the Science Centre. 
These programs run on Sunday at 1pm and 3pm.

Enjoy!
Karen

Toronto International Boat Show

Okay..how about a little summer thinking in the middle of this crazy winter weather?!?!  The Toronto Boat Show will feature boating activities, boat rides, wakeboarding, boat-handling demos, celebrities, an indoor lake, seminars and more. The Boat Show runs from January 11 until January 19 at The Direct Energy Centre (CNE). Admission is $18, seniors $15.

Enjoy!
Karen