APRIL/MAY FREE & CHEAP EVENTS (April 29- May 1, 2016) | Entertain Kids on a Dime

MAGNETREE BOOKS DEAL
MagneTree Books are the newest thing in personalized books! These unique books are magnetic and use your own pictures to put your child’s loved ones right into the story. MagneTree Books is a family company founded by a local Richmond Hill mom and her brother. The stories are ideal for ages 2-5.

HOW IT WORKS 1) Chose your story (boy or girl) 2) Upload 9 photos of mom/dad/siblings/grandparents/pets.

3) DONE! We send your book out within a day or two.

EXCLUSIVE DEAL FOR THIS GROUP!
Get 10% off your order using coupon code ‘EKOAD10’ when placing your order.
For more information, go to: http://www.magnetree.ca

RUG RATS EXPO THIS WEEKEND!

The 3rd Our Rugrats Kids EXPO is happening on THIS SATURDAY April 30th at The Trio Sportsplex in Vaughan!

SEE THE VIDEO HERE

CUTE KIDS STUFF DEAL
Use code “EKOADmom!” to get a FREE PAPYRUS Mother’s Day Card (Value up to $8.95) when they buy anything on www.CuteKidStuff.com between now and Mother’s Day. (You need to put the card you want in your cart, then apply the code to get it for free.)

Summer Camp at Discovery Academy private school in Richmond Hill is awesome. I have toured their private school grounds and I was very impressed.

This Day Camp: • Is for Kids SK to Grade 5

• Combines education, creativity, and fun.

Cost is $300 per week and includes a full course lunch each day.

http://www.discoveryacademy.ca/wp-content/uploads/2016/03/Web-page-summer-camp-2016.pdf

**FRIDAY, APRIL 29, 2016**

*Jungle Gym (Vaughan) 10:30am JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre 9600 Bathurst Street (Bathurst & Rutherford)

Vaughan, ON

DROP-IN PROGRAM

Age Recommended: 0-5 Years
Non-Member Fee: $5.00

Circle Time, Story Time, and playing in the gym with toys and games.

•Please call prior to confirm they are running the program.

905-303-1821

*Hatch $5 Fridays (Richmond Hill) 4:30pm or 6:15pm SilverCity Richmond Hill 8725 Yonge Street

Richmond Hill, ON

Have fun & learn something new, EVERY FRIDAY!

Have kids who are interested in tech?
Join us and try one of our weekly trial workshops.

Learn coding, robotics, video editing, 3D modeling and more!

Workshop are offered during 2 time slots: 4:30pm and 6:15pm.

Hatch Canada teaches kids how to write computer code in a fun and engaging way. From the most basic understanding of writing code to building games, apps, websites and robotics, students gain the tools to begin learning this critical 21st century skill.

Cost: $5

http://www.hatchcanada.com

*DJ Skating Night (Toronto) (FREE) 7pm-9pm CF Shops at Don Mills 1090 Don Mills Road

Toronto, ON

Lace up your skates and take a twirl on CF Shops at Don Mills’ very own skating oval. Bring your friends and family out for some fun in the fresh air…all for FREE!

Join CF Shops at Don Mills’ resident DJ as he spins your favourite tunes while you skate. Friday Nights, 7 – 9pm
Forgot your skates? We’ve got you covered with skate and helmet rentals and skate sharpening. Visit our Skate Shack next to the skating oval for assistance.

*All events are weather dependent and are subject to change.

http://www.cfshops.com/shops-at-don-mills/news-events/events/skating-at-shops—opening-this-week-.html

*Hatch $5 Fridays (Oakville) 4:30pm or 6:15pm Film.ca Cinemas 171 Speers Road Unit 25

Oakville, ON

Have fun & learn something new, EVERY FRIDAY!

Have kids who are interested in tech?
Join us and try one of our weekly trial workshops.

Learn coding, robotics, video editing, 3D modeling and more!

Workshop are offered during 2 time slots: 4:30pm and 6:15pm.
Hatch Canada teaches kids how to write computer code in a fun and engaging way. From the most basic understanding of writing code to building games, apps, websites and robotics, students gain the tools to begin learning this critical 21st century skill.

Cost: $5

http://www.hatchcanada.com

*Arts For Life Children’s Festival (Mississauga) 11am-5pm 4141 Living Arts Drive

Mississauga, ON

The Living Arts Centre presents the Arts For Life Children’s Festival – a fun-filled weekend of entertainment, activities and opportunities for kids to express their creativity. The weekend features both ticketed and free events and activities for your 4 to 12 year old children; theatre performances, family-friendly music and entertainment, a Creative Zone, dance and visual arts activities, and much more!

Free Outdoor Activities Miniature Train Ride Face Painting Airbrush Tattoos Native Storytelling Interactive Inflatables And more! Free Indoor Activities Creative Zone – Arts and Crafts Stations Entertainment Stage with musical and dance performances

Roaming Entertainers

http://www.livingartscentre.ca

**SATURDAY, APRIL 30, 2016**

* Family Favourites Movie (All Over Ontario) 11am Cineplex Movie Theatres

Various Locations

Movie: THE NEVER ENDING STORY

Join us on Saturday mornings at 11am for Cineplex Family Favourites. Watch a family favourite film each week for only $2.99. A portion of the proceeds goes towards supporting Free The Children. It’s a fun and affordable way to enjoy the weekend wit

http://www.cineplex.com/Events/FamilyFavourites?gclid=CJ_fvubOysoCFQ6IaQodbBkFCw

*Our Rug Rats Expo (Vaughan) (FREE) 9:30am-3:30pm TRIO Sportsplex 607 City View Blvd.

Vaughan, ON

Come out and join us for our 3rd Annual Our Rug Rats Expo.
Lots of fun and interactive activities for children of all ages. Information and resources for parents, live music, food fun & games and MUCH MORE! Check out our website for more information on this and other exciting events.

www.ourbrands.ca

*Paint a Pot & Plant a Seed (Vaughan) 11:30am-12:30pm Dufferin Clark Library 1441 Clark Avenue West

Vaughan, ON

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Celebrate Earth Day by showing your green thumb at Paint a Pot & Plant a Seed! Paint a clay pot at the library, then take it home along with some soil and seeds and watch your plant grow. Please pre-register at the Service Desk.

http://www.vaughanpl.info/programs/view/1782

*Movie Madness (Richmond Hill) (FREE) 2pm-3pm Central Library 1 Atkinson Street

Richmond Hill, ON

Looking for a great way to spend an afternoon? Join us for Movie Madness at the Library!
On Saturday April 30th, we will be showing the movie Alvin and the Chipmunks: The Road Chip.

Please feel free to bring a nut-free snack to the movie.

Tickets for the movie will be handed out 15 minutes before the movie starts in the Warm Walkway on the East Side. There is a limit of 80 tickets for each movie.

Note: An adult must stay with all children under the age of 8 years during the entire movie. Children under the age of 11 must be accompanied by an adult to the program room for drop-off and pick-up for the safety of the child.

http://www.rhpl.richmondhill.on.ca/Programs/ProgramDetail.cfm?programID=728

*Grand Opening (Richmond Hill) 1:30pm-6:30pm Bytes Burgers ‘n Fries 10066 Bayview Ave Unit #1

Richmond hill, ON

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All are welcome to join in for great food and fun at the newly opened Bytes Burgers ‘n’ Fries!!

Come out and try burgers, fries, hand battered fish n’ chips, home made souvlaki , soft ice cream and much more!!

There will be face painting, balloon twisting, a visit from Princess Jasmine, close up magic and more.

A portion of the proceeds will be donated to a local non profit organization.

Enjoy the friendly atmosphere at Bytes Burgers ‘n’ Fries!!!

http://www.bytesburgers.com

*Parent & Child Cookie Decorating Workshop (Toronto) 2pm-4pm Montgomery’s Inn 4709 Dundas Street W

Toronto, ON

Get ready to celebrate Mother’s Day with a special cookie-decorating workshop for Mom with Mom! Or, surprise her with a decorated gift with Dad’s help! Each parent/child team will decorate and prepare a Cookie Bouquet consisting of flowers, birds, and seasonal themed cookies, while learning techniques such as painting and flooding. Maximum of two children per parent.

Pre-registration only. Call 416-394-8113.

$25 plus tax for each parent/child team.

http://www.toronto.ca/montgomerysinn

*Miss Lou’s Room Family Activities (Toronto) (FREE) 12:00pm–3:00pm Miss Lou’s Room Harbourfront Centre 235 Queens Quay West

Toronto, ON

We all have stories to tell and we should take pride in our own culture. Come and learn about Miss Lou as you explore our interactive exhibit and participate in engaging hands-on family activities.

Month-Long Activity: Puzzling Protagonist
This month, in addition to the specific weekend activity listed, create a character drawing and turn it into a unique puzzle. Challenge your friends and family to piece it together.

April 30 & May 1: Flip Book

http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com/whatson/today.cfm?id=7030&festival_id=0

*Halton Community Resource Fair (Milton) (FREE) 10am-2pm Craig Kielburger Secondary School 1151 Ferguson Dr

Milton, ON

A great opportunity to learn more about the services offered in your community.

ALL WELCOME
FREE Admission & Parking

• Bouncy Castles (Weather Permitting) • Face Painting • Henna Tattoos • Prizes

• Food Trucks (Cost)

http://goo.gl/EV5D0n

*Arts For Life Children’s Festival (Mississauga) 11am-5pm 4141 Living Arts Drive

Mississauga, ON

Roaming Entertainers

http://www.livingartscentre.ca

*Tilley Community Carnival (Bowmanville) 10am-2pm 45 Westside Drive

Bowmanville, ON

This carnival is going to be amazing for all ages, even parents too! Some highlights: -Vendors -Bouncy Castles -Carnival games and prizes -Door Prizes -Food -Petting Zoo -Fire Truck (interactive) -Book Fair

-And so much more…

https://www.facebook.com/events/492501227621901/

**MONDAY, MAY 1, 2016**

*Jungle Gym (Vaughan) 10:30am JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre 9600 Bathurst Street (Bathurst & Rutherford)

Vaughan, ON

DROP-IN PROGRAM

Age Recommended: 0-5 Years
Non-Member Fee: $5.00

Circle Time, Story Time, and playing in the gym with toys and games.

•Please call prior to confirm they are running the program.

905-303-1821

*Mom2Mom Sale (Newmarket) 11am-3pm Ray Twinney Complex 100 Eagle St West

Newmarket, ON

Fee: $3 Admission
The original Mom2Mom Sale of the Newmarket, Aurora, Georgina, East Gwillimbury, Stouffville and Richmond Hill area is coming to the Ray Twinney Complex on May 1st for it’s 10th year. Don’t miss great deals from moms and local businesses. The Newmarket Mom2Mom sale has plenty of fun for kids in the Kids Zone with bouncy castle, balloon animals, vendors, demos, magic show and more!

https://m.facebook.com/events/969187636483364/

*Guided Walk (Stouffville) 10am-12pm Hollidge Tract 16389 Highway 48

Whitchurch-Stouffville, ON

Celebrate Earth Week in the forest! Discover the many health benefits of spending time in the forest. Learn how to protect the wild places you love. Registration required for guided walks.

http://york.ca/forestevents

*Miss Lou’s Room Family Activities (Toronto) (FREE) 12:00pm–3:00pm Miss Lou’s Room Harbourfront Centre 235 Queens Quay West

Toronto, ON

We all have stories to tell and we should take pride in our own culture. Come and learn about Miss Lou as you explore our interactive exhibit and participate in engaging hands-on family activities.

April 30 & May 1: Flip Book

http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com/whatson/today.cfm?id=7030&festival_id=0

*Arts For Life Children’s Festival (Mississauga) 11am-5pm 4141 Living Arts Drive

Mississauga, ON

Roaming Entertainers

http://www.livingartscentre.ca

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*You must send your event 1 WEEK BEFORE the date!

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