11 | December | 2014 | Entertain Kids On A Dime

I am happy to say that the first Entertain Kids On A Dime Event was a success. It was this past Sunday at The Richmond Hill Country Club.

There was a list of entertainment and great hands on booths. My hard work paid off and nothing was more priceless than seeing the looks on those kid’s faces at the party. Even my father came and had a good time. I will definitely host another party again. This weekend I am having my two kid’s joint birthday party. Usually I do all fun creative stuff like print their faces on chocolate bars and make a candy buffet. This year it was be the bare minimum since I didn’t have the time to prepare for it. I am sure they will still have an awesome time.

I hope everyone has a great weekend with your families. Check out the fun events happening over the weekend!

**FRIDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2014**

*Lowes Christmas Market (Toronto) Distillery Historic District 55 Mill Street

Toronto, ON

This holiday season Toronto will once again celebrate the romance and magic of a traditional Christmas at the Toronto Christmas Market. Inspired by the Old World and influenced by the New, this free annual event captures all of the tradition, heritage and charm of a European Christmas Market, while showcasing hundreds of unique and locally handcrafted products. Family friendly entertainment includes musicians, carolers and children’s choirs.

http://www.torontochristmasmarket.com

*Ornament Making (Toronto) 3:30pm-4:30pm Maria A. Shchuka Library 1745 Eglinton Avenue West

Toronto, ON

Come and make your very own unique ornament.

Drop-in.

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**SATURDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2014**

*Cineplex Family Favourites (All Over The GTA) 11:00 am

Various Locations

It’s a fun and affordable way to enjoy the weekend with your family!

Admission: $2.50

The Polar Express (3D) Directed by: Robert Zemeckis Cast: Tom Hanks, Chris Coppola, Michael Jeter

Plot: It doesn’t matter where the train is going. What matters is deciding to get on. Late on Christmas Eve, after the town has gone to sleep, a boy boards the mysterious train that waits for him–The Polar Express. Based on the classic Christmas story by Chris Von Allsburg.

http://www.cineplex.com/Events/FamilyFavourites

*Arts And Crafts Drop in (All over Ontario) 10am-11:30am

Various Michaels Locations

Let your kids explore their creativity while you shop! Only $2 per child reserves 30 minutes for your creative kid. Sessions starting every half hour from 10am – 11:30 am. See a store associate to join the fun!

http://canada.michaels.com/Kids-Store-Events/store-events-kids,default,pg.html

*Build Pallet Coasters (All over GTA) 10am Home Depot

Various locations

Workshop Duration: 2 Hours A great free activity for children ages 4-12

Kids will learn how to build pallet coasters using a hammer and glue

http://www.homedepot.ca/workshops/build-pallet-coasters

*Build A Science Lab (All over GTA) 10am Lowes Home Improvement

Various Locations

Get your kids excited about science! Bring your child into Lowe’s and they can build this cool Science Lab.

This product and activity is for children ages 5 and older. Building of project to be initiated only with adult supervision. Parent and/or guardian waiver required. See store for details.

http://www.lowes.ca/articles/FREE-Build-and-Grow-Clinics-For-Children_a756.html

*Holiday Bricktacular (Vaughan) 11am LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre 1 Bass Pro Mills Drive

Vaughan, ON

In December, something magical comes over the LEGOLAND® Discovery Centres!

ACTIVITIES: • Bricktacular Building Contest: (1) build a winter wonderland or what the holidays mean to you; (2) take a picture; and (3) post to our Facebook, Twitter or Instagram pages using #HolidayBricktacular. You must post on our page or tag us @LDCToronto. • Tree Ornament Build: make your own ornament to hang on our Christmas tree! We’ll be taking pictures and posting our favourites throughout the month of December. • Winter Wonderland Scavenger Hunt: check out our Toronto MINILAND in the winter. Find the letters to each build and solve the puzzle at the end. • Snowman Building Challenge: learn how to build your very own snowman in our LEGO® Master Builder Academy, along with other “cool” tips and tricks.

• Check out our decorated attraction all ready for Santa’s arrival!

855-356-2150

http://www.legolanddiscoverycentre.ca

For a BUY ONE GET ONE FREE LEGOLAND Day pass, click here: http://entertainkidsonadime.com/coupons/

*Jungle Gym (Vaughan) 1:30pm – 3:30pm JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre 9600 Bathurst Street (Bathurst & Rutherford)

Vaughan, ON

Drop in program. Our gymnasium will be set up as a jungle gym featuring a bouncy castle and a variety of fun and exciting equipment for your children to explore.

Ages 1-5

FREE for Members
Regular Fee: $5

Contact Roanna Tward for more information on programming.

905-303-1821 ex. 3014

http://fitness.srcentre.info/programs/Jungle-Gym-324.asp

*Santa is coming to BonBons and Brittle (Vaughan) 12:30pm-4pm Bon Bons and Brittle Store

10462 Islington Ave, Suite 4

Santa is coming to BonBons and Brittle. Come and Take your Photo with Santa. $10.00 ~ 4×6 Proceeds to benefit Vaughan Food Bank.

Hot Chocolate and Face Painting.

905-893-3337

*Magical Christmas Forest (Kleinburg) 5pm-9pm Kortright Centre for Conservation 9550 Pine Valley Dr.

Kleinburg, ON

Experience the magic of Christmas at Kortright this December. The forest comes to life with lights, friendly elves and your favorite Christmas characters. Visit Santa’s workshop to see the elves at work. Play games, make Christmas crafts and watch a Christmas movie in our theater. Enjoy carols and Christmas treats by the fire.

Each child will have the chance to visit Santa’s cabin and tell Santa their Christmas wish.

905-832-2289 ex. 240

Kortright Centre for Conservation

*Winterfest on Toronto’s Waterfront (Toronto) 11am-5pm Toronto’s Waterfront 207 Queens Quay W

Toronto, Ontario

Ultimutts Stunt Dog Show during Winterfest on Toronto’s Waterfront 1pm | 2:30pm | 4pm Purina PawsWay, Inside Purina PawsWay Pet Centre (245 Queens Quay West)

FREE

Meet a Real Dog Sledding Team during Winterfest on Toronto’s Waterfest 11am – 5pm Purina PawsWay, Outdoor Front Patio (245 Queens Quay West)

FREE

Eco-Friendly Crafts and the Snowball Express Toy Drive during Winterfest 12pm-4pm Queen’s Quay Terminal, South Atrium (207 Queens Quay West)

FREE

Frozen Ice Queen & Ice Princess Show and Meet & Greet during Winterfest on Toronto’s Waterfront
Saturday December 13: 3:30pm to 5pm – Show and Meet & Greet

Strolling Performers bring Holiday Magic to Winterfest on Toronto’s Waterfront

416-596-9821

http://www.waterfrontbia.com

*Make an LED Holiday Card (Toronto) 2pm-2:45pm Danforth/Coxwell Library 1675 Danforth Avenue

Toronto, ON

Learn how to make a holiday card that includes an LED light control. Your card will light up when you want it to! Perfect for Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, Christmas, New Year or a general holiday greeting.
This program is appropriate for children 6+

Please register, call 416-393-7783. Resources are limited.

http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDMEVT171852&R=EVT171852

*Holiday Craft Workshop with Lakeshore Arts and YAM (Toronto) (FREE) 2pm-3pm New Toronto Library

110 Eleventh Street

Get into the holiday spirit with Lakeshore Arts and the Toronto Public Library. Create a festive craft with volunteers from Lakeshore Arts’ YAM (Youth Arts Movement). Fun for ages 5 to 10. Tickets for this free program will be available at New Toronto Library beginning on Saturday Dec 6th.

http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDMEVT184632&R=EVT184632

*Holiday Arts and Crafts (Toronto) 2pm-3pm Albert Campbell 496 Birchmount Road

Toronto, ON

Bring your creativity and festive spirit to make some fun holiday crafts!

For children of all ages. Registration is required. For more information please visit the branch or call 416-396-8890.

http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDMEVT170117&R=EVT170117

*Victorian Christmas (Oakville) 10am-4pm Bronte Creek Provincial Park 1219 Burloak Drive

Oakville, Ontario

Reservations are NOT required.

Attractions: Holiday Headquarters Gift Shoppe & Holiday Cafe* Funnel cakes and refreshments Wagon rides Tours of lavishly decorated Homestead Sugar cookies and cider* Holiday crafts Holiday traditions revealed during tour of homestead Traditional activities and games Visit the farm animals Santa’s Sleigh DIY photo opportunity Victorian costumes for use during visit with Santa Private family visits with Santa** Photos of visit with Santa**

*purchases at gift store/ food not included in daily vehicle rate.

** $15.00 per family/ 6 people.

*Gingerbread Making with Santa (Kitchener) 10am-12pm Kitchener Farmer’s Market 300 King Street East

Kitchener, ON

Bring your kids to the Marketplace to stir up a storm with fun themes and activities focused around food, cooking and nutrition. Classes are taught by one of our professional chefs who give your kids, and you, lots of opportunities to participate. This month, come make and decorate a gingerbread house with Santa Claus! This class is free, please indicate the number of participants when you register so we can ensure we have the right amount of ingredients on hand.

*Santa & A Movie (Brampton) 9am-1pm Orion Gate Theatre 20 Biscayne Crescent

Brampton, ON

Join us on December 13th 2014 at Cineplex Odeon – Orion Gate in Brampton between 9-1pm for an amazing Christmas experience.
Movie starts at 10:00 am sharp.

Your children will enjoy receiving a Christmas gift from Santa and a photo shoot.
They will watch a classic Christmas movie and partake in the face painting, balloons and other fun activities.

Tickets available online at http://www.eventbrite.ca/e/santa-a-movie-tickets-14364892781 or contact [email protected] to order and arrange the pick-up of your tickets.
Tickets are selling quickly and there is limited space available in the auditorium so order today to avoid disappointment.

http://www.donordrive4dorothy.org/

*Sugar Plum Christmas Movie Madness (St. Catherines) 2pm-4pm The Heatherwood 115 Scott Street

St. Catherines, ON

Join us in our theatre to watch Rudolph The Red Nosed Reindeer. Free admission, RSVP required. Enjoy Fresh Delicious Popcorn, Beverages and Baked Goods as you relax and take in this Christmas Classic.

Contact Denise Chambers 905-650-9294

*MP Patrick Brown’s 7th Annual Family Skate (Barrie) 12:30pm-1:30pm Barrie Molson Centre

555 Bayview Drive

**Free Admission with a non-perishable Food Item Donation**
There will be hot chocolate and other treats for the skaters.

Join MP Patrick Brown along with NHL Alumni, members of the Barrie Colts and other surprise special guests!

http://www.servingbarrie.com

*Jingles & Joy (Collingwood) 10am-10pm Blue Mountain Village 156 Jozo Weider Blvd.

Collingwood, ON

Tis the time for Jingles & Joy in Ontario’s largest pedestrian Village. Join us throughout December as we celebrate with a free fireworks display every Saturday in December at 8pm plus visits from Santa weekends 1-4pm, Horse & Wagon rides weekends 1-3pm, strolling carollers and daily candy cane scavenger hunts. All help to create a festive shopping & dining atmosphere with over 40 restaurants and shops.
Christmas Eve fireworks also at 8pm.

http://www.bluemountainvillage.ca

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**SUNDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2014**

*Second Cup Party (Maple) (FREE) 10am-12pm 9330 Bathurst Street (Bathurst & Rutherford)

Maple, ON

Enjoy a Free drink while the kids enjoy balloon twisting, magic tricks, and face painting.
Kids colouring contest. Prizes are 1 of 10 movie passes and $100 to Toys R Us.

416-731-7808

*Jungle Gym (Vaughan) 9:15am-10:45am JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre 9600 Bathurst Street (Bathurst & Rutherford)

Vaughan, ON

Drop in program. Our gymnasium will be set up as a jungle gym featuring a bouncy castle and a variety of fun and exciting equipment for your children to explore.

Ages 1-5

FREE for Members
Regular Fee: $5

Contact Roanna Tward for more information on programming.

905-303-1821 ex. 3014

http://fitness.srcentre.info/programs/Jungle-Gym-324.asp

*Holiday Bricktacular (Vaughan) 11am LEGOLAND® Discovery Centre 1 Bass Pro Mills Drive

Vaughan, ON

In December, something magical comes over the LEGOLAND® Discovery Centres!

• Check out our decorated attraction all ready for Santa’s arrival!

855-356-2150

http://www.legolanddiscoverycentre.ca

For a BUY ONE GET ONE FREE LEGOLAND Day pass, click here: http://entertainkidsonadime.com/coupons/

*Christmas Distillery District (Toronto) 55 Mill Street

Toronto, ON

Family friendly entertainment includes musicians, carolers and children’s choirs. Come check out Forest Ontario’s booth and purchase a Christmas tree or wreath in support of forest restoration.

416-646-1193 x234

http://www.torontochristmasmarket.com/

*Winterfest on Waterfront (Toronto) 11am-5pm Toronto’s Waterfront 207 Queens Quay W

Toronto, Ontario

Ultimutts Stunt Dog Show during Winterfest on Toronto’s Waterfront 1pm | 2:30pm | 4pm Purina PawsWay, Inside Purina PawsWay Pet Centre (245 Queens Quay West)

FREE

Meet a Real Dog Sledding Team during Winterfest on Toronto’s Waterfest 11am – 5pm Purina PawsWay, Outdoor Front Patio (245 Queens Quay West)

FREE

Eco-Friendly Crafts and the Snowball Express Toy Drive during Winterfest 12pm-4pm Queen’s Quay Terminal, South Atrium (207 Queens Quay West)

FREE

Frozen Ice Queen & Ice Princess Show and Meet & Greet during Winterfest on Toronto’s Waterfront
Saturday December 13: 3:30pm to 5pm – Show and Meet & Greet

Strolling Performers bring Holiday Magic to Winterfest on Toronto’s Waterfront

416-596-9821

http://www.waterfrontbia.com

*Annual Toy Mountain Show (Scarborough) 2pm-4pm The Birchmount 462 Birchmount Rd

Scarborough, ON

Bring a toy and come join us Sunday December 14th at The Birchmount and help us build a mountain of toys! Bring the kids by for free face painting, cookie decorating, arts and crafts, superheroes, a visit from Santa and more. All while rocking out with the Toy Mountain house band.

http://uncleneiltoymountain.com

*My Little Pony Party at THEMUSEUM (Kitchener) 9am-2pm THEMUSEUM 10 King Street West

Kitchener, ON

THEMUSEUM and Play-Doh Presents: My Little Pony All NEW Show starring: Twilight Sparkle, Pinkie Pie, and Rainbow Dash. Come play with us before the show at the Play-Doh Play Centre and colouring tables.

Enjoy complimentary My Little Pony and Play-Doh giveaways and a chance to wina prize package!

9:00 am (members only) 11:00 am

1:00 pm

Email: [email protected]

*Family Xmas Light Tour Party (Keswick) 6pm-9pm Boston Pizza Keswick 253 The Queensway S

Keswick, ON

Book your seat on a Horse & Wagon ride to go out and see some Christmas Lights.. Its FREE

Help us choose winners!!!

Book you Table for dinner Before OR After your ride
FREE Family Pictures & Kids Activities

905-967-2428

*Movie for a Donation (Keswick) 10am-12pm GEM Theatre 11 Church Street

Keswick, ON

Cooks Bay Dental would like to invite you and your family to our first annual “Movie for a Donation” event. We will be showing the movie ‘Arthur Christmas’ at the GEM theatre on December 14th, 2014 at 10:30 AM. Doors will be opening at 10:00 AM and we will be giving away prizes before the movie begins. For admission all we ask is for you to bring either a non-perishable food item or toy for each member of your family. All donations will be benefiting the Georgina Food Pantry and all those families in need this holiday season.

We look forward to seeing you and your family there.

*Brunch with Santa (Barrie) 11am-4pm The Creative space 12 Dunlop St. East

Barrie, ON

Brunch Holiday face painting Pictures with Santa Gifts & prizes

Christmas carols

http://www.hellobarrie.ca/events/brunch-with-santa/