AUGUST FREE & CHEAP EVENTS (August 1- August 7) | Entertain Kids on a Dime
Happy Long Weekend Everyone! I hope you and your families have a wonderful time together. Here is a list of what is happening for this weekend and upcoming week!
**Friday, August 1, 2014**
*At the Movies (East Gwillimbury)2pm-3:30pm19513 Yonge StreetHolland Landing Branch19513 Yonge Street
East Gwillimbury, ON
Madagascar 3: Europes Most Wanted
Cool down this summer with a movie, popcorn and a juice!
All Ages
Cost: Donations Welcomed!
www.egpl.ca
*Lakeshore Mardi Gras (Toronto)Colonel Sam Smith Park 3145 Lake Shore Boulevard W(Lake Shore Boulevard West and Kipling Avenue)
Toronto, ON
This community-based event draws its inspiration from the world famous Mardi Gras held annually in New Orleans.Live music will play on the main stage and buskers will perform dazzling displays of entertainment.
There will also be a kid’s zone, interactive games, and food vendors, a midway, and market vendors offering arts, crafts, jewellery and more.
416-912-6254
http://www.lakeshoremardigras.ca
*KGO Hot Spot Festival (Scarborough)12pm4301 Kingston Road(Kingston Road and Lawrence Avenue East)
Scarborough, ON
Join us for: • An exhibit of visual art by local children and youth • Fashion show featuring local designs and models • Youth DJs spinning all day • East Scarborough Community Choir performances • Henna painting activities • And much more!
www.culturalhotspot.ca/home
*The Scarborough Ribfest (Scarborough)11am-11pmThomson Memorial Park Lawrence Avenue East and Brimley Road
Scarborough, ON
Cost Information: $2 Volunteer Donation at gate for all adults.
Welcome to the 13th annual Scarborough Ribfest. It attracts over 140,000 visitors, which makes it the largest community family event in Scarborough. The mouth watering barbecued ribs and other delicious foods, the terrific live entertainment, the midway rides and games and the interesting assortment of crafters all contribute to making this one of the most attended events of the summer.
416-818-8337
http://www.scarboroughribfest.com
*Streetbana (Etobicoke)3pm-7pmFront Lawn of LAMP Community Health Centre185 Fifth Street
Etobicoke, ON
We will be selling Caribbean food such as jerk chicken,Plantain, salt fish, rice and peas etc… There will be a bouncy castle, DJ playing music, kids games, 3 on 3 for ages 10-13, raffle for prizes, steel pan performance and a silent auction which includes a team signed Orlando Magic basketball jersey.
416-252-6471
Celebrate Eid @ The Fun Side (Mississauga)1pm-5pmThe Fun Side 2222 South Sheridan Way
Mississauga, Ontario
The Fun Side is pleased to offer this open invitation to all of the Muslim community to celebrate Eid Al-Fitr.Toddler Room for babies to 4 years oldThree-story Jungle Gym for children ages 5 and up
X-box 360, Air hockey, Table tennis, arcade games, Pool table for adults
http://funside.org/updates.php#eid
*Friday Films & Freezies (Ajax)10:30am-12pmAjax Library Main Branch55 Harwood Avenue South
Ajax, ON
Friday Film: Wall-E (Rated G)
905-683-4000, xt. 8811
[email protected]
*Movie in the Park (Whitby) (FREE)8:30-10pmBrooklin Memorial Park67 Winchester Road East
Whitby, ON
Movie- Cloudy with a chance of Meatballs 2
Rain Date: The Sunday following the scheduled movie date.
www.whitby.ca
*Shade’s Mills Movie Nights In The Park (Cambridge)8:30-10pmShade’s Mills Conservation Area450 Avenue Road
Cambridge, ON
Come watch movies under the stars starting at dusk every Friday night! Visitors should bring lawn chairs or blankets to sit in front of the big screen.
The movies are free with Grand River Parks Membership and day pass holders. Or, up to six people in a vehicle can gain admission for a special flat fee of $10 on Friday nights starting an hour before show time. Movie: Rango
519-621-3697
http://www.grandriver.ca/Events/
*44th Annual Kempenfest (Barrie) (Free Admission)10am-11pm205 Lakeshore Drive(Along Barrie’s Waterfront)
Barrie, ON
Held annually on the August long weekend. One of Ontario’s Top 100 Festivals. Features over 400 Art, Craft and Antique exhibits. Midway and Children’s Village. Live entertainment all weekend. Free shuttle buses and remote Park n’ Ride, off-site parking and buses.
www.kempenfest.com
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**Saturday, August 2, 2014**
*Cineplex Family Favourites (All Over Ontario)11am
Various Ontario Locations
Mr. Peabody & ShermanDirected by: Rob MinkoffCast: Max Charles, Stephen Colbert, Ty Burrell
Plot: Mr. Peabody, the most accomplished dog in the world, and his mischievous boy Sherman, use their time machine – the WABAC – to go on the most outrageous adventures known to man or dog. But when Sherman takes the WABAC out for a joyride to impress his friend Penny, they accidentally rip a hole in the universe, wreaking havoc on the most important events in world history.
Admission (taxes included): General: $2.50
http://www.cineplex.com/Events/FamilyFavourites
*Library Outreach Day at The Woodbridge Village Farmers Market (Woodbridge)9am-1pmWoodbridge Pool and Memorial Arena Community Centre5020 Hwy#7 at Islington
Woodbridge, ON
Come and get the story of what is going on at our libraries. The farmers will be there with their fresh picked produce. We have local honey and great baking for sale too. The Kids Club is in full operation. There will be creative crafts, engaging activities, scavenger hunts and games for children.
905-851-9118
http://www.woodbridgevillagefarmersmarket.com
*Movies in the Park – Retro Replay (Aurora) (FREE)6pm-10pmAurora Town Park
Wells & Mosley Street
Take in a movie outdoors at the park! Movies begin at dusk. This event is free of charge. A food donation to the local food pantry would be appreciated.
Food vendors on site (nominal fee applies).
Movie: “Raiders of the Lost Ark”
Rated PG 13
http://www.aurora.ca
*Aurora Farmers’ Market & Artisan Fair (Aurora) (FREE) 8am – 1pm49 Wells Street
Aurora, ON
Free craft for the kids
There is a splash pad right behind the market for the kids to play.
http://theaurorafarmersmarket.com/events/
*Farmers Market at Riverwalk Commons (Newmarket) (FREE)8am-1pmRiverwalk Commons (corner of Doug Duncan and Timothy St.)
Newmarket, ON
Free shallow splash pool with a waterfallLive music
(Every second Saturday of the month, there are Wagon Rides)
http://www.newmarketfarmersmarket.com/newmarket_farmers_market_calendar.asp
*Pizzaville Free Community Weekend (Toronto) (Free Admission)9:30am-4pmRexall Centre1 Shoreham Drive
Toronto, ON
Join us at 2014 Rogers Cup presented by National Bank for Pizzaville Free Community Weekend. Admission is free and everyone can participate in tennis clinics, face painting, a scavenger hunt, autograph sessions, prizes, celebrity ball hockey game and more!
Complimentary tickets will be provided, they cannot be reserved and there are no presales. Tickets are on a first-come, first-serve basis; everyone is guaranteed entry.
416-665-9777
http://www.rogerscup.com/pfcw
*Toronto Food Truck Festival (Toronto) (Free Admission)1pm-11pmWoodbine Park
Coxwell Avenue and Lake Shore Boulevard East
The Toronto Food Truck Festival will feature over 2 dozen food trucks, a beverage garden, music, a chicken wing eating competition and a children’s midway area. Even though the Canadian Food Truck Festival is a non-profit organization, we have partnered with the Sick Kids Hospital Foundation because the Canadian Food Truck Festival believes in helping our community, while promoting social change for the Food Truck movement. Thus, a portion of the proceeds from the event will go directly to the Foundation to help them with all the good works they do.
http://www.torontofoodtruckfestival.com
*The Scarborough Ribfest (Scarborough)11am-11pmThomson Memorial Park Lawrence Avenue East and Brimley Road
Scarborough, ON
Cost Information: $2 Volunteer Donation at gate for all adults.
Welcome to the 13th annual Scarborough Ribfest. It attracts over 140,000 visitors, which makes it the largest community family event in Scarborough. The mouth watering barbecued ribs and other delicious foods, the terrific live entertainment, the midway rides and games and the interesting assortment of crafters all contribute to making this one of the most attended events of the summer.
Phone: 416-818-8337
http://www.scarboroughribfest.com
*The Pirate Festival (Milton)10am-6pmCountry Heritage Park8560 Tremaine Rd
Milton, ON
Zoltan the Adequate and the Mud Stage are back. The Scirish Mob, and the Pirates McKenna will play pirate shantys and celtic music for our enjoyment. The kids area has had a make over, bigger and better; with free games, juggling, and a treasure hunt.
Magic, Spanish dancers, and three piratical bands to liven up a quiet night.
http://www.thepiratefestival.com
*Pajama Night Night Lights (Milton)7-9pmCrawford Lake Conservation Area3115 Conservation Road
Milton, ON
Put on your jammies, grab your teddy bear and come out to Crawford Lake for some family fun in the park! This month we are learning all about bioluminescence as we hike through the park to search for nature that literally glows! The evening concludes with a fireside gathering and bedtime snack suitable for all ages!
$16/adult, $11/senior or child age 5-14, children 4 and under are FREE!
9058540234
conservationhalton.ca/events
**Farmers Market (Port Credit) (FREE)8am-1pmCorner of Lakeshore Road East and Elmwood Avenue (2 blocks east of Hurontario Street)
Port Credit, ON
This is the best place in Port Credit to buy fresh local produce straight from the grower. Vendors also sell items such as honey, pastries, bread, maple syrup, sauces, gourmet donuts, and much more! Visit the neighbouring Planet Organic Market and Elmwood Meat Market to round out your weekly shopping needs.
Our Farmers Market also has weekly live music, demonstrations and a new group of artisans each week. The kids will love the drop-in crafts and gardening workshops. Every week is event week at the market!
Kids Crafts Making Lunchboxes with The Craft Queeenzzzz
http://www.portcredit.com/explore-port-credit/farmers-market/
*Tim Horton’s Saturday Night Movies under the Stars (Brampton)9-11pmGarden Square at the Rose Theatre1 Theatre Lane
Brampton, ON
Bring out your lawn chairs and get comfortable as we transform beautiful Garden Square into the ultimate cinema experience! Kids come early and participate in our Tim Horton’s pre-movie activity!
Movie- Captain America
Weather permitting
Phone:905-874-2800
URL: http://www.rosetheatre.ca
*The Bolton Farmers’ Market (Bolton)9am-1pm1 Mill Street
Bolton, ON
The Bolton Farmers’ Market is primarily a “first producers” market, allowing residents and visitors the opportunity to sample and purchase locally-produced goods.
The Market includes a Sprouts Club that offers weekly activities like face painting, colouring sheets, crafts, games and other programming for children age 12 years and under.
http://www.caledon.ca/farmersmarket
*Kids Ice cream Party (Burlington)2-3pmSobeys Extra Burlington1250 Brant Street
Burlington, ON
It’s National Ice Cream Day…like we needed a reason to celebrate ice cream! Join us for an exciting afternoon of ice cream treats, make your own sundaes, crafts and more! Recommended Age: 4 and up
$5 + HST pre-registration recommended.
905-332-3373
*John Galt Day (Guelph)10am-2pmMarket Square1 Carden Street
Guelph, ON
Celebrate the founder of Guelph, John Galt. The party includes free activities and entertainment such as face painting, hands-on crafts and live entertainment.
http://guelph.ca/event/john-galt-day-guelphs-holiday-2/
*Simcoe Rotary Friendship Festival (Simcoe)9am-6pmWellington Park (50 Bonnie Drive & Norfolk Street)
Simcoe, Ontario
Were the friendliest festival in August. Shop our outdoor marketplace, enjoy favourite foods, then take a break in our beer-garden with live music. Kids love Kidszone and the fun family activities.
http://www.lynnriverfestival.com
*44th Annual Kempenfest (Barrie) (Free Admission)10am-11pm205 Lakeshore Drive(Along Barrie’s Waterfront)
Barrie, ON
Held annually on the August long weekend. One of Ontario’s Top 100 Festivals. Features over 400 Art, Craft and Antique exhibits. Midway and Children’s Village. Live entertainment all weekend. Free shuttle buses and remote Park n’ Ride, off-site parking and buses.
www.kempenfest.com
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**SUNDAY, AUGUST 3, 2014**
*Movies in the Park – Retro Replay (Aurora) (FREE)6pm-10pmAurora Town ParkWells & Mosley Street
Aurora, ON
Take in a movie outdoors at the park! Movies begin at dusk. This event is free of charge. A food donation to the local food pantry would be appreciated.
Food vendors on site (nominal fee)
Movie: Footloose
http://www.aurora.ca
*Jambana (Markham)1pm-9:30pmMarkham Fair Grounds 10801 McCowan Road(North East corner of McCowan Road & Elgin Mills Road)
Markham, ON
JAMBANA™ One World Festival, has grown out of years of world class concerts, theatrical productions and festivals. It features Canadian Reggae.
CHILDREN’S VILLAGE
Global Toronto engages JAMBANA™ One World Festival children with Face painting, Exciting rides are available for children all day. Pan Am Games display offers interactive games all day. Moms and Dads can keep an eye on the kids and stay connected to the exciting stage.
http://jambana.com
*Pizzaville Free Community Weekend (Toronto) (Free Admission)9:30am-4pmRexall Centre1 Shoreham Drive
Toronto, ON
Join us at 2014 Rogers Cup presented by National Bank for Pizzaville Free Community Weekend. Admission is free and everyone can participate in tennis clinics, face painting, a scavenger hunt, autograph sessions, prizes, celebrity ball hockey game and more!
Complimentary tickets will be provided, they cannot be reserved and there are no presales. Tickets are on a first-come, first-serve basis; everyone is guaranteed entry.
416-665-9777
http://www.rogerscup.com/pfcw
*The Scarborough Ribfest (Scarborough)11am-11pmThomson Memorial Park Lawrence Avenue East and Brimley Road
Scarborough, ON
Cost Information: $2 Volunteer Donation at gate for all adults.
Welcome to the 13th annual Scarborough Ribfest. It attracts over 140,000 visitors, which makes it the largest community family event in Scarborough. The mouth watering barbecued ribs and other delicious foods, the terrific live entertainment, the midway rides and games and the interesting assortment of crafters all contribute to making this one of the most attended events of the summer.
Phone: 416-818-8337
http://www.scarboroughribfest.com
*The Pirate Festival (Milton)10am-6pmCountry Heritage Park8560 Tremaine Rd
Milton, ON
Zoltan the Adequate and the Mud Stage are back. The Scirish Mob, and the Pirates McKenna will play pirate shantys and celtic music for our enjoyment. The kids area has had a make over, bigger and better; with free games, juggling, and a treasure hunt.
Magic, Spanish dancers, and three piratical bands to liven up a quiet night.
http://www.thepiratefestival.com
*Ice Cream Carnival (Hamilton)10am-4pmWestfield Heritage Village1049 Kirkwall Road
Hamilton, ON
Celebrate summer with the sweet taste of ice cream at this lively family event. Edwardian carnival games, amusements, foods, music, ice cream making demonstrations and living history make the perfect topping for this delicious family outing.
(519) 621-8851
www.westfieldheritage.ca
*Music Fest (Georgina)11am-10pmCronsberry & Lakeshore (Off Highway 48)
Georgina, ON
Pony HopsJousting RingMini PuttPlinkoKid Carnival gamesFace PaintingBake sale
Live music & More
*Simcoe Rotary Friendship Festival (Simcoe)9am-6pmWellington Park (50 Bonnie Drive & Norfolk Street)
Simcoe, Ontario
Were the friendliest festival in August. Shop our outdoor marketplace, enjoy favourite foods, then take a break in our beer-garden with live music. Kids love Kidszone and the fun family activities.
http://www.lynnriverfestival.com
*44th Annual Kempenfest (Barrie) (Free Admission)10am-11pm205 Lakeshore Drive(Along Barrie’s Waterfront)
Barrie, ON
Held annually on the August long weekend. One of Ontario’s Top 100 Festivals. Features over 400 Art, Craft and Antique exhibits. Midway and Children’s Village. Live entertainment all weekend. Free shuttle buses and remote Park n’ Ride, off-site parking and buses.
www.kempenfest.com
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**MONDAY, AUGUST 4, 2014**
*The Scarborough Ribfest (Scarborough)11am-8pmThomson Memorial Park Lawrence Avenue East and Brimley Road
Scarborough, ON
Cost Information: $2 Volunteer Donation at gate for all adults.
Welcome to the 13th annual Scarborough Ribfest. It attracts over 140,000 visitors, which makes it the largest community family event in Scarborough. The mouth watering barbecued ribs and other delicious foods, the terrific live entertainment, the midway rides and games and the interesting assortment of crafters all contribute to making this one of the most attended events of the summer.
416-818-8337
http://www.scarboroughribfest.com
*Jambana (Markham)1pm-9:30pmMarkham Fair Grounds 10801 McCowan Road(North East corner of McCowan Road & Elgin Mills Road)
Markham, ON
JAMBANA™ One World Festival, has grown out of years of world class concerts, theatrical productions and festivals. It features Canadian Reggae.
CHILDREN’S VILLAGE
Global Toronto engages JAMBANA™ One World Festival children with Face painting, Exciting rides are available for children all day. Pan Am Games display offers interactive games all day. Moms and Dads can keep an eye on the kids and stay connected to the exciting stage.
http://jambana.com
*Simcoe Day at Fort York (Toronto) (FREE)10am-5pmFort York National Historic Site250 Fort York Boulevard
Toronto, ON
Lieutenant-governor Simcoe founded the town of York (Toronto) in 1793 and was the first lieutenant-governor of Upper Canada (Ontario). Come learn about the birthplace of Toronto and thrill to the sounds of musketry, cannons and the fife and drum. Enjoy historic military presentations, family activities, feature performances, local crafts & food.
Enjoy a special Dusk Dances performance of Les Moutons at 3 PM.
416-392-6907
http://www.toronto.ca/museum-events
*Toronto Food Truck Festival (Toronto) (Free Admission)1pm-11pmWoodbine Park
Coxwell Avenue and Lake Shore Boulevard East
The Toronto Food Truck Festival will feature over 2 dozen food trucks, a beverage garden, music, a chicken wing eating competition and a children’s midway area. Even though the Canadian Food Truck Festival is a non-profit organization, we have partnered with the Sick Kids Hospital Foundation because the Canadian Food Truck Festival believes in helping our community, while promoting social change for the Food Truck movement. Thus, a portion of the proceeds from the event will go directly to the Foundation to help them with all the good works they do.
http://www.torontofoodtruckfestival.com
*Summer Cinema @ Fort York (Toronto) (FREE)7:30pm-9:30pmFort York 100 Garrison Road(Fort York Boulevard and Bathurst Street)
Toronto, ON
Movies start to play at dusk.
This summer, Scotiabank is presenting Cinema Under the Stars – a free outdoor movie series. Bring your lawn chairs and blankets and sit back and relax under the stars. The first 300 people will receive free popcorn and the first 50 Scotiabank SCENE Debit and VISA cardholders to show their cards will receive a VIP seat. This is a family friendly event, no alcohol or smoking please.
Movie: Jurassic Park
http://www.scotiabank.com/ca/en/0,,6990,00.html
*Stonegate Summer Sizzler Celebration (Etobicoke) (FREE)5-7pmChrist Church St. James Anglican Church194 Park Lawn Rd
Etobicoke, ON
Free fun for families! Free Sizzling BBQ, ice cream cones,balloons, live music with the Mission Warehouse Band. Bouncey Castle and face painting for the kids.
Stonegate Ministry Sale Table.
416-767-0253
http://www.stonegateministry.ca
**The Pirate Festival (Milton)10am-6pmCountry Heritage Park8560 Tremaine Rd
Milton, ON
Zoltan the Adequate and the Mud Stage are back. The Scirish Mob, and the Pirates McKenna will play pirate shantys and celtic music for our enjoyment. The kids area has had a make over, bigger and better; with free games, juggling, and a treasure hunt.
Magic, Spanish dancers, and three piratical bands to liven up a quiet night.
http://www.thepiratefestival.com
*Boston Pizza Family FUNdraiser (Brampton)5-9pmBoston Pizza65 Resolution Drive
Brampton, ON
The Family Education Centre (FEC) is partnering up with Boston Pizza to hold a Family FUNdraiser every Monday for the month of August. Bring the whole family out for a night of great food and company as celebrities from the Family Education Centre serve you. Come for a chance to win raffle prizes, all while supporting a good cause.
905-452-0332
www.familyedcentre.org
*KidSummer (Waterloo)9:30am-5pmWaterloo Region Museum and Doon Heritage Village10 Huron Rd.
Waterloo, ON
KidSummer is a family day where kids of all ages can have some good old fashioned fun. FREE admission for up to two children with each paid adult admission.
Enjoy our museum gallery activities, musical entertainment, village horse drawn wagon rides and more! Help our village blacksmith twist iron, send telegraphs from our train station, and enjoy many more fun unique activities for all ages. Visit for a wonderful summer day!
Free admission for up to two children, with each $10 adult admission purchased.
519-748-1914
*Ice Cream Carnival (Hamilton)10am-4pmWestfield Heritage Village1049 Kirkwall Road
Hamilton, ON
Celebrate summer with the sweet taste of ice cream at this lively family event. Edwardian carnival games, amusements, foods, music, ice cream making demonstrations and living history make the perfect topping for this delicious family outing.
(519) 621-8851
www.westfieldheritage.ca
*Toonie Morning Movies (Keswick)10:30am-12pmGem Theatre11 Church Street
Keswick, ON
Come and see Rio 2 this week at the Gem.
Admission is only a toonie!
905 476 0184
www.gemtheatre.ca
*Simcoe Rotary Friendship Festival (Simcoe)9am-4pmWellington Park (50 Bonnie Drive & Norfolk Street)
Simcoe, Ontario
Were the friendliest festival in August. Shop our outdoor marketplace, enjoy favourite foods, then take a break in our beer-garden with live music. Kids love Kidszone and the fun family activities.
http://www.lynnriverfestival.com
*44th Annual Kempenfest (Barrie) (Free Admission)10am-6pm205 Lakeshore Drive(Along Barrie’s Waterfront)
Barrie, ON
Held annually on the August long weekend. One of Ontario’s Top 100 Festivals. Features over 400 Art, Craft and Antique exhibits. Midway and Children’s Village. Live entertainment all weekend. Free shuttle buses and remote Park n’ Ride, off-site parking and buses.
www.kempenfest.com
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**WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 6, 2014**
*Vaughan Celebrates Concerts in the Park (Vaughan) (FREE)7:30-9pmMackenzie Glen District Park220 Cranston Park Avenue
Vaughan, ON
Motown Mania
Go back in time with the sights and sounds from the greatest hits of the soul and R&B movement of the 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and 80’s.
www.vaughan.ca/events
*Moonlight Movies (Richmond Hill) (FREE)7-10pmRussell Tilt ParkBlackforest Drive
Richmond Hill,ON
Enjoy a summer evening under the stars! Bring a blanket and / or lawn chair and enjoy a free movie with your family and friends.
Despicable Me 2
Pre-movie family fun begins at 7 p.m. and the movies begin at dusk.
905-787-1441 x222
http://Richmondhill.ca/moonlightmovies
*Concerts In The Park (Aurora)7pm-9pm
Aurora Town Park
The Sattalites
This Toronto Juno Award winning reggae group will deliver a great evening of music for a hot night.
http://www.aurora.ca/Thingstodo/Pages/Special%20Events/Concerts-in-the-Park.aspx
*Movies On Mainstreet (Unionville) (FREE)150 Main Street
Unionville, ON
Join us at the Bandstand for movies under the stars! We are bringing your favourite family movies to Main Street Unionville every other Wednesday night this Summer!
The movie will begin at sundown, so arrive while the sun is still shining to enjoy activities and grab your spot!
Lego Movie
(PRE-MOVIE ACTIVITY begins at 7:30pm)
http://unionvilleinfo.com/News/Movies-on-Ma
*MAP Family Summer Event – Toronto Zoo visits Riverdale (Toronto)6pm-7pmRiverdale Library370 Broadview Avenue
Toronto, ON
Join us this summer at Riverdale as the Toronto Zoo presents: PAGES WITH PANDAS!
This summer join us for a wild and educational book reading and then meet with Toronto Zoo Giant Panda Mascots. At the end of the program you will be given a fun Zoo activity sheet to take home! Encourage your passion for animals with games, colouring and more! Come and learn how the Toronto Zoo saves and protects animals and their habitats at home and abroad.
The program lasts one hour and is for children ages 5-12.
torontopubliclibrary.ca
*Summer Crafts (Toronto) (FREE)10am-1pmTreasure Island Toys581 Danforth Ave
Toronto, ON
Every Wednesday starting July 2 to August 27, free crafts from 10am to 1pm. No sign up necessary.
4167784913
http://www.treasureislandtoys.ca
*Kids In The Square (Ajax) (FREE)Summer in The Square7-8:30pmAjax Town Hall
Ajax, ON
Bring a chair to the square for Music in the Square (live concerts) and Kids in the Square (children’s performances) alternating weekly. All performances take place rain or shine. Performances move indoors if inclement weather where admission is on a first come, first served basis (180 capacity).
Kids in the Square: The Magic of Majinx
www.ajax.ca
*Dino Wednesdays (Waterloo)1pm-2pmUniversity of Waterloo Earth Sciences Museum200 University Avenue West
Waterloo, ON
The Earth Sciences Museum is hosting weekly Dinosaur Tours during July and August. Dinosaur Tours will be available to the general public for all ages for free every Wednesday at 1 PM.
(519) 888-4567 Ext: 32469
http://www.uwaterloo.ca/earth-sciences-museum
*Innisfil Public Library’s Fresh Air Flicks (Innisfil)5pm-11pmInnisfil Beach Park
676 Innisfil Beach Road
The Innisfil Public Library is thrilled to announce that Fresh Air Flicks, a series of outdoor family movies, will be featured at Innisfil Beach Park again this summer.
Films will be shown near the concession stand, at sundown or around 9:00 p.m.
Admission is free, so bring along lawn chairs and blankets for an exciting family event.
Chitty Chitty Bang Bang – Wednesday August 6th (rain date Thursday August 7th)
The fun starts at 5:00 p.m. with music by Blues Meany, followed by activities for kids and Open Mic at 7:00 p.m. Aspiring performers are encouraged to bring their guitars and their voices!
http://www.innisfillibrary.ca/fresh-air-flicks
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**THURSDAY, AUGUST 7, 2014**
*Family Movie Night under the Stars (Toronto)8:30pm-10pmEarl Bales Park 4169 Bathurst Street(Bathurst Street and Sheppard Avenue West)
Toronto, ON
Movie: Mr. Peabody & Sherman
416-392-3846
http://www.toronto.ca/parks
*Science Club (Toronto) (FREE)3-4pmTreasure Island Toys
581 Danforth AVe
Every Thursday afternoon starting July 3 to August 28, free science afternoons from 3 to 4pm. Sign up necessary
4167784913
http://www.treasureislandtoys.ca
*The East Lynn’s Farmer’s Market (Toronto) (FREE)3pm-7pmEast Lynn Park
(South side of Danforth Avenue, just west of Woodbine Avenue)
Face Painting
http://decadiaries.wordpress.com/2014/06/02/farmers-market-opening-on-thursday/
*Summer Kidz Program (Etobicoke)11am-1:30pmCloverdale Mall250 The East Mall(Centre Court Near Laura Secord)
Etobicoke, ON
Join us throughout August for some awesome activities and entertainment!
Activity 11am-1pm: Balloon Sculpture FunPerformance @1pm -Let’s Dance and Play!
This interactive dance workshop will have everyone moving and grooving to their favourite radio hits! Join us for energizing music, active play and constant movement.
http://m.cloverdalemall.com
*Outdoor Movie Nights (Mississauga)8pm-10:30pmMississauga Celebration Square300 City Centre Drive
Mississauga, ON
From Monsters to Muppets to old fashioned adventure, there’s nothing better than the exciting lineup of free summer movies at Mississauga Celebration Square.
http://www.mississauga.ca/celebrationsquare
*Meet, Greet & Learn with your friendly superhero Spiderman (Mississauga)10am-12pmActive Bodies Active Minds Playground
A1567 Sedlescomb Drive
Meet, Greet & Learn with creepy crawler fun and Spider-man . Do you love those curious eight leg crawlers and their beautiful webs? Join us for an experience of science as your children become Arachnologists and meet the most popular spider scientist Spider-man for an interactive one hour interaction. You can enjoy this day as a full or half day camp program.
905 602 5611
http://www.EduPlayground.com
*Throwback Thursday Movie Night (Pickering)6pm-8pmPickering Public Central Library
One The Esplanade
Travel back to the 90s with us and watch 10 Things I Hate About You!
A new kid must find a guy to date the meanest girl in school, the older sister of the girl he has a crush on, who cannot date until her older sister does. (Rated: PG-13) Snacks will be provided.
905-831-6265
http://www.picnet.org
*41st Annual Alliston Potato Festival (Alliston)263 Tupper Blvd.
Alliston, ON
A tribute to Ontario – grown potatoes. Parades, craft and food vendors, street performers and musicians, fairgounds, kid’s events, car and motorcycle shows.
FAIRGROUNDS ADMISSION:Weekend Passes $10.00Daily Admission $5.00 Seniors $3.00 Children Under 11 Free
Weekend Passes Can be purchased at the Gate.
http://www.allistonpotatofestival.com
*Sutton Fair and Horse Show (Sutton)12pm-11pmSutton Fair Grounds3 Fairpark Lane
Sutton, ON
A country fair with something for the whole family to see.Everyday – Midway,Vendors, Exhibits, Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Monster Truck Rides, Zoo to You, Live BandsThursday Georgina Idol, Truck and Tractor PullFriday – Baby Show, Pet Show, Demolition Derby, Horse PullSaturday – Livestock and Horse Shows, Monster Truck Show
Sunday Livestock and Horse Shows, 4-H Garden Tractor Pull
www.suttonfair.com
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