DECEMBER FREE & CHEAP EVENTS (December 11 – December 13) | Entertain Kids on a Dime

Hello Everyone!

I hope everyone had a great week! Today and Tomorrow are my two kid’s birthdays! Bentley turns 4 today and Brooklyn turns 6 tomorrow. I can’t believe my little one is now 4. He told me the other day that Thomas The Train was for babies. I was like “Wait no! You are still a baby!” I have to face the facts they are growing up.

We are now birthday partied out! I have two blog posts coming up in the new year featuring photos from Bentley’s Spiderman Birthday Party and Brooklyn’s Petite & Posh Party!

I just want to wish HAPPY CHANUKAH TO THOSE WHO CELEBRATE THIS HOLIDAY!

WEEKEND UPDATE

Thank you to those who were able to come out to the Entertain Kids On A Dime HOLIDAY SHOPPING PARTY. The kids had so much fun there!

Stay tuned for my pictures to be posted!

EXCLUSIVE NEW YEARS PARTY EVENT!

*After the first 100 kids are signed up, the event will be SOLD OUT, so make sure to get your tickets ASAP!

GET YOUR TICKETS HERE…

DANCE DEAL AT RUGCUTTERZ DANCE STUDIO IN MAPLE

FREE LOOT BAG CONTEST WINNER!

I would like to Congratulate Alice Lam for winning the 10 Free Loot Bags from Whimsy & Unforgettable.

NEW CONTEST OUT NOW: THE BITTY BOWS CONTEST!

Make sure to enter NOW!

DEERHURST RESORT DEAL FOR THE HOLIDAY BREAK

CLICK HERE to find out how you can save 15% a night on a room at Deerhurst Resort. There is tons of stuff for the kids (of all ages) to do there.

WAREHOUSE SALE DEAL AT THE BARGAINS GROUP!

Print up the Coupon or Show it on your phone to get $5 OFF and a FREE GIFT if you spend $50 or MORE.

The event is filled with good quality, brand named items are warehouse pricing. There are gifts and smaller stocking stuffer items.

894 Calendonia Road
The Store is open this weekend and next weekend (Friday-Sunday from 10am-6pm

The Code is: FF-EKOAD-15

Happy Shopping!

HELP THE NEVILLE-LAKE FAMILY

The Hearing has been posted-poned yet again UNTIL THE NEW YEAR…

However, this will give us MORE TIME to get MORE SIGNATURES!

Please give your full support by clicking on the link below and sending two letters to help make a big impact on the driver Marco Muzzo’s Punishment!

1) The first letter will be sent to Brian McCallion, Crown Prosecutor urging that the accused, Marco Muzzo, be denied bail awaiting his trial on 18 charges of impaired driving and dangerous operation of a motor vehicle resulting in death, and that he receive the maximum sentencing for his crimes.

2) The second letter petitions your representatives in the House of Commons and Parliament for legislative change.

Everything in the link will prompt you what you need to do and you can add your own opinions in each letter.

**Remember to do the TWO LETTERS!
These letters are to make sure that the impaired driver Marco Muzzo gets the full sentence (in my opinion that’s not enough) for what he has done.

Please help! It takes 2 minutes of your time.
Let’s protect future families from being broken from a preventable tragedy!

CLICK HERE TO SEND THE TWO LETTERS

LOOK AT THESE BABIES below! These are someone’s children, cousins, friends, nieces and nephews, grandchildren, students, and neighbours! Help make a change!

THANK YOU FOR CARING…

BELOW YOU WILL FIND THE CALENDAR!

Have a great weekend everyone!

**FRIDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2015**

*Hop Hop Jump- 50% Off Admission (Vaughan) 400 Spinnaker Way

Vaughan, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Fun Zone (Vaughan) 9:30am-11:30am JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre 9600 Bathurst Street (Bathurst & Rutherford)

Vaughan, ON

DROP-IN PROGRAM On Fridays, we highlight Shabbat by signing songs and eating challah together.

Parents, Grandparents, and/or Caregivers are welcome with children!

Age Recommended: 0-4 Years

Member Value Fee: $2.00
Non-Member Fee: $4.00

Certified ECE teacher Take home crafts Circle & story time

Fridays, Challah is served

•Please check the schedule before attending this event.

http://childrenandfamily.srcentre.info/programs/Fun-zone.asp

*Explore Centre- 50% Off Admission (Richmond Hill) 385 Enford Rd #1

Richmond Hill, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Top of the Hill (Richmond Hill) 7pm-9:30pm Richmond Hill Centre for the Performing Arts 10268 Yonge St

Richmond Hill, ON

Do you think you can dance? Do you have the voice? If you do, then boy do we have the event for you!
CREATE presents its annual event: Top of the Hill, a youth talent showcase taking place on the evening of Friday December 11, 2015. Admission is free!

If you want to come support your friends, or just enjoy a night of spectacular performances and fun, Top of the Hill is for you!
[email protected]

*The Mini Holiday Market (Richmond Hill) 6pm-9pm Glama Gal Tween Spa 160 Main Street Unionville

Markham, ON

Glama Gal Tween Spa is hosting a mini market that will include lots of great shopping ideas for everyone.

http://www.glamagalparty.com

*Of Rock & Chalk- 2 for 1 (Newmarket) 482 Ontario Street

Newmarket, ON

2 for 1 Climb or 2 for 1 Beginner Course
•You must call ahead to book your spot

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Active Kids Zone- 50% Off Admission (North York) 951 Alness Street

North York, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Victorian Christmas (Toronto) 12pm Mackenzie House 82 Bond Street

Toronto, ON

This festive season take a step back in time to Victorian Toronto and experience the magic of a traditional Christmas in an 1859 row-house. Escape from the hustle and bustle while you enjoy a sample of mulled cider and a biscuit in the warmth of the historic kitchen. Discover the story of how families celebrated Christmas in 19th-century Toronto as you tour the Mackenzie home which is dressed in greenery for the holidays.

During the Victorian Christmas program, until December 24, children are invited to write a letter to Santa Claus during their visit. Children love writing to Santa Claus to tell him about their Christmas wish lists. Select a card that has been printed on our 1845 printing press, and write a personal message. Drop the wish card into our magic post box and it will go to Santa!

Included with Holiday admission. Adults: $7.08; Seniors /Youth: $4.42 Children: $3.76 (plus tax)

http://www.toronto.ca/museum-events

*Kidsopolis 50% Off Admission (Oakville) 407 Speers Rd #15

Oakville, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Little Rascals Place- 50% Off Admission (Oakville) 1027 Speers Rd #25A

Oakville, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Olde Tyme Family Christmas (Mississauga) 6pm-9pm Erin Mills Auto Centre 2560 Motorway Boulevard

Mississauga, ON

Erin Mills Auto Centre gives back to the community by hosting the 2nd Annual Olde Tyme Family Christmas at Erin Mills Auto Centre. The event includes fun for all ages: Free Midway Rides, Free Face Painting, Free Printed Picture with Santa and his Reindeer, an Artisan Marketplace, Food Trucks and much more!

Presented by Erin Mills Auto Centre

http://www.facebook.com/events/158777374477142/

**SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 2015**

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

Various Locations

Movie: Dr. Seuss’s How the Grinch Stole Christmas

Admission (taxes included):
General: $2.99

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 and Grow Clinics (All Over Ontario) (FREE) 10am Lowe’s Home Improvement Mulitple Locations Toronto and GTA, ON

Build and Grow Clinics at Lowe’s

Conveniently shop while your kids build a fun and educational project!

Recommended: For children from grades two to five.

What Kids Will Take Home: The toy they made, a merit certificate, name tag, apron and goggles.

When Clinics Are Held: Once a month at 10am at every store.

How to Register: In advance in-store either at the Customer Service booth or through a Store Associate. Find your nearest Lowe’s Store.

Please note: You can register the day of the workshop. However, space is limited to 50 children per store. Register in advance to avoid disappointment!

Free apron and project patch at every clinic!

December 12 – Holiday Train Engine

http://www.lowes.ca/articles/build-and-grow-clinics_a756.html

*Winter Wonderland (Vaughan) 11am-12pm Dufferin Clark Library 1441 Clark Avenue West

Vaughan, ON

Wondering what to do in winter? Get set for some blustery seasonal stories, songs and activities as we celebrate winter.

http://www.vaughanpl.info

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

Vaughan, ON

Activities to look forward to: • MINILAND Holiday Hunt • LEGO® Ornament Build • Special Holiday Build in our Master Builder Academy

• Exclusive Holiday Bricks & Pop Badges

If you’re an Annual Pass Member, ENTER our “AP Holiday Contest” to win a LEGO® Prize Pack! All you have to do is make a Holiday themed LEGO® build, take a picture of it and email it in to us at [email protected]. The deadline to enter is December 31st and the winner will be announced January 6th 2016!

Please note: This contest is ONLY for Annual Pass members. The winner must present their Annual Pass in order to claim their prize.

Please Remember: Between December 18th and January 3rd, we will be extremely busy due to the holiday break. You MUST pre-purchase your tickets in advance to guarantee entry. Walk-up tickets are not guaranteed.
If you have a coupon, please read the Terms and Conditions carefully as many apply for walk-up tickets only. If this is the case, we recommend that you save the coupon for a later date. Tickets are non-transerable and non-refundable.

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

http://www.legolanddiscoverycentre.ca/toronto/news-events/event/9099/holiday-bricktacular.aspx

*Santa’s Wonderland (Vaughan) (FREE) Bass Pro Outlet Vaughan Mills Mall 1 Bass Pro Mills Drive

Vaughan, ON

Gather the family & come to experience the joy of a Classic Christmas. Stay for FREE games, crafts and activities that celebrate the season.

Get a FREE 4×6 studio-quality photo in-store! Other photo packages and Christmas cards available for purchase and instant print in-store!

FREE Craft 7 days a week!

http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CFPageC?appID=94&catalogId=10051&storeID=11&storeId=10151

*Let’s Make It- 50% Off Admission (Richmond Hill) 10217 Yonge Street

Richmond Hill, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Christmas Festival (Unionville) (FREE) Unionville BIA 197 Main street

unionville, ON

Festivities continue throughout the month with ‘reakfast With Santa’every weekend starting December 5th and running through the Holidays for 4 weekends. Carollers, balloon characters, ice sculpture carving, maple candy tasting and horse & carriage rides will be featured throughout the month–‐long festivities, along with free tours of the village that has preserved its authenticity and historic feel for over 150 years.

http://www.unionvilleinfo.com/

*Family Fun Science Workshop (Markham) 10am-11:30am Markham Museum 9350 Markham Road

Markham, ON

Join us as we mix, measure, and discover together!

Families will engage together in hands-on activities that explore the science in the world around them. Cost $18 for 1 child and 1 adult. Pre-registration required. Call 905-305-5970 to register today!

http://www.markhammuseum.ca

* Gingerbread Cookie Decorating (North York) 1pm-4:30pm Gibson House 5172 Yonge Street

North York, ON

Start your adventure by decorating gingerbread cookies baked by museum staff with holiday sweets. Then, take a tour of the museum with our costumed interpreters and learn how the Gibson’s would have baked gingerbread over the hearth. Finish your visit by enjoying your gingerbread cookie!

Regular admission applies. Adults: $6.19, Seniors (65 +): $3.54, Youth (13-18 yrs.): $3.54, Children (2-12 yrs.): $2.65 (plus tax). Cookie decorating is $1 per cookie.

http://www.toronto.ca/museum-events

*It’s a Wonderful Christmas (Toronto) Church on the Queensway 1536 The Queensway

Toronto, ON

On December 12th & 13th, an all-new Christmas musical is hitting the stage of the CPA Centre. The hilarious Musical Comedy It’s a Wonderful Christmas is sure to delight audiences of all ages with its Broadway style dancing and singing in a magnificent Christmas spectacle.

It’s a Wonderful Christmas is an original story that mixes the classics “It’s a Wonderful Life” and “A Christmas Carol” into a Christmas adventure unlike any other. The production depicts the perfect life of Joe Jones, a man with a beautiful family, plenty of money, and success that borders on the Midas touch. Unexpectedly, his world collapses in every way, leaving him full of doubts, fears and questions. Joe concludes that Christmas is responsible for all his woes, but with the help of three mysterious figures, an unforgettable journey begins to recover the true meaning of Christmas and life itself.

All shows will be held at The CPA Centre/Church on the Queensway, an auditorium featuring 3,200 theatre style seats with spectacular sound and lighting.

General admission tickets are $5 (additional service charges may apply).

Tickets can be purchased online at http://www.cpacentre.org (available soon). Doors open one hour prior to the listed performance times. Church on the Queensway will offer free nursery service and parking at all performances.

COST $5.00

http://www.CPACentre.org

*Christmas (Toronto) 12pm Colborne Lodge Colborne Lodge Drive South end of High Park

Toronto, ON

Warm up by the hearth at Colborne Lodge and take in the sights and aromas of a Victorian Christmas. Enjoy the natural greenery decorations, toast the season with a glass of hot mulled cider by the wood stove and nibble on special holiday treats. The Lodge is nestled at the south end of High Park.

Holiday admission prices apply:
Adults $7.08, Seniors/Youths/Children $4.42 (plus tax)

http://www.toronto.ca/museum-events

*Victorian Christmas (Toronto) 12pm Mackenzie House 82 Bond Street

Toronto, ON

Included with Holiday admission. Adults: $7.08; Seniors /Youth: $4.42 Children: $3.76 (plus tax)

http://www.toronto.ca/museum-events

*Kidsopolis 50% Off Admission (Oakville) 407 Speers Rd #15

Oakville, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Santa’s Wonderland (Niagara Falls) 4pm-8pm Bass Pro Niagara 300 Taylor Rd.

Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

Join Bass Pro Niagara and Santa himself in opening Santa’s Wonderland for the season on Saturday, November 14! Santa will make his grand entrance at 5 p.m.! The Baker Street Victorian Carollers will also be with us from 4 – 7 p.m. and we will offer hot chocolate and cookies to all of our guests, plus giveaways for the children!

Santa’s Wonderland will offer crafts, games, free photo’s and photo packages and will run each weeknight 5 – 8 p.m. and every from weekend 12 – 5 p.m. until Christmas Eve!

http://ow.ly/Uin6d

**SUNDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2015**

*Kids Christmas Party (Thornhill) (FREE) 11am-1pm North Thornhill Community Center 300 Pleasant Ridge Ave Thornhill, ON

L4J 9B3

Annual Kids Christmas Party. We are mortgage agents and every year we arrange a Christmas party for kids to say thank you to all our clients and to the community for their support. It’s an absolutely free event. We have exciting performers, clown, balloons, face painting and of course Santa and gifts.

Registration is a must by emails: [email protected] or [email protected]

http://www.ikfinancial.com

*Santa’s Wonderland (Vaughan) (FREE) Bass Pro Outlet Vaughan Mills Mall 1 Bass Pro Mills Drive

Vaughan, ON

The magic returns to Bass Pro Shops Vaughan on Saturday November 14 at 5pm.

Gather the family & come to experience the joy of a Classic Christmas. Stay for FREE games, crafts and activities that celebrate the season.

Get a FREE 4×6 studio-quality photo in-store! Other photo packages and Christmas cards available for purchase and instant print in-store!

FREE Craft 7 days a week!

http://www.basspro.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/CFPageC?appID=94&catalogId=10051&storeID=11&storeId=10151

*Jungle Gym (Vaughan) 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

PLEASE CALL and confirm the MORNING hours and what time they are running…

http://childrenandfamily.srcentre.info/programs/Jungle-Gym.asp

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

Vaughan, ON

Activities to look forward to: • MINILAND Holiday Hunt • LEGO® Ornament Build • Special Holiday Build in our Master Builder Academy

• Exclusive Holiday Bricks & Pop Badges

Please note: This contest is ONLY for Annual Pass members. The winner must present their Annual Pass in order to claim their prize.

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

http://www.legolanddiscoverycentre.ca/toronto/news-events/event/9099/holiday-bricktacular.aspx

*McConaghy Centre Choir Christmas Concert (Richmond Hill) 3pm-4:30pm McConaghy Centre 10100 Yonge Street

Richmond Hill, ON

Enjoy an afternoon of entertainment by the McConaghy Centre Choir conducted by Richard Heinzle. This choir is truly magical! This concert is open to all ages. Light refreshments will be served, desserts sponsored by Delmanor Elgin Mills. Tickets are sold in advance. Tickets will be $5 in advance and $6 at the door. For more information call the McConaghy Centre at 905-737-1818.

*Christmas Party (Scarborough) 11am-2pm Variety Village 3701 Danforth Avenue

Scarborough, ON

Our 18th Annual World’s Greatest Christmas Party will feature games, food, photos with Santa, loot bags, crafts, inflatables, and a shopper’s bazaar.

The event is $8 at the door; proceeds support of programs and services for people with disabilities right here at Variety Village.

http://www.varietyvillage.ca/events/the-worlds-greatest-christmas-party/

*Victorian Christmas (Toronto) 12pm Mackenzie House 82 Bond Street

Toronto, ON

Included with Holiday admission. Adults: $7.08; Seniors /Youth: $4.42 Children: $3.76 (plus tax)

http://www.toronto.ca/museum-events

*Christmas at Colborne Lodge (Toronto) 12pm Colborne Lodge Colborne Lodge Drive South end of High Park

Toronto, ON

Holiday admission prices apply:
Adults $7.08, Seniors/Youths/Children $4.42 (plus tax)

http://www.toronto.ca/museum-events

*It’s a Wonderful Christmas (Toronto) Church on the Queensway 1536 The Queensway

Toronto, ON

All shows will be held at The CPA Centre/Church on the Queensway, an auditorium featuring 3,200 theatre style seats with spectacular sound and lighting.

General admission tickets are $5 (additional service charges may apply).

COST $5.00

http://www.CPACentre.org

*Breakfast with Santa (Etobicoke) 9am-11am Franklin Horner Community Centre 432 Horner Ave.

Etobicoke, ON

Franklin Horner Community Centre will host a Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus on Saturday December 12 with blueberry pancakes, juice, hot chocolate, Timbits and coffee. Join us for a bouncy castle, cookie decorating, face painting, henna and more. Santa pops in from 9:30-10:30 am. Please stop by 432 Horner Ave. for tickets $5/person

[email protected]

*Kidsopolis 50% Off Admission (Oakville) 407 Speers Rd #15

Oakville, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Santa’s Wonderland (Niagara Falls) 4pm-8pm Bass Pro Niagara 300 Taylor Rd.

Niagara-on-the-Lake, ON

Santa’s Wonderland will offer crafts, games, free photo’s and photo packages and will run each weeknight 5 – 8 p.m. and every from weekend 12 – 5 p.m. until Christmas Eve!

http://ow.ly/Uin6d

*Wonderful Child Christmas Concert (Waterloo) (FREE) 6pm-8pm Northside Baptist Church 1373 Lobsinger Line

Waterloo, ON

Hear the story of Christmas told in beautiful harmony by a 55-voice choir with live music. The instruments, music, and narration combine to create an unforgettable experience that celebrates the birth of our Saviour Jesus Christ. This is our second annual Christmas music event in collaboration with Hespeler Baptist Church, and we’d love to see you there. Admission is free and childcare is available if desired (0-4 years).
You can also attend this event at Hespeler Baptist Church in Cambridge on Sunday, December 20th.

http://northsidebaptist.on.ca/christmas

*OPG’s Winterfest Family Celebrations (Pickering) 10am to 12pm Pickering Nuclear Information Centre 1675 Montgomery Park Road

Pickering, ON

Enjoy a holiday movie, baking and crafts with the family at the Pickering Nuclear Information Centre! Suitable for children ages 6 to 12. All children must be accompanied by an adult. Preregistration is not required.

http://www.opg.com/pickering

*OPG Glittery Gifts and Sparkling Cards (Oshawa) (FREE) 1pm-3pm The Robert McLaughlin Gallery 72 Queen St, Civic Centre

Oshawa, ON

We are adding some extra sparkle to your holiday gifts! Create and decorate a unique gift, wrap it in some shimmering handmade gift-wrap and add a sparkling card. Free Family Fun! OPG Second Sundays offers FREE art activities each month!

Registration not required. Drop-in 1pm to 3pm

Families of all kinds and sizes are invited to explore exciting exhibitions, art materials and fun hands-on activities together! You will discover things to do throughout the RMG, so you can follow your imagination and experiment with new ideas and projects.
Projects suit art lovers of all ages and skill levels. Ideal for children 3 and up, however kids work with their parents & art instructors.

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*RBC Free Skate (Whitby) (FREE) 2pm-3:45pm Iroquois Park 500 Victoria Street West

Whitby, ON

The 2015 World Junior A Challenge is coming to Whitby and Cobourg this December. In lead up to the Hockey Canada event, RBC will be sponsoring the public pleasure skating time on Sunday, December 13 from 2 – 3:45 pm at Iroquois Park.

Free of charge to skaters of all ages, participants will have the opportunity to meet Olympic Gold medalists Jennifer Botterill and Jayna Hefford. There will also be free hot chocolate to enjoy and other fun activities for skaters to participate in.

*Cookies With Santa (Barrie) 11am-3pm White Cedar Dental Care 630 Huronia Rd unit#7

Barrie, ON

There will be cookies, hot chocolate and a surprise gift per child for kids 9 years old max.
Also, the first 25 people attending the event and that Check-In on our Facebook fan page, will receive a $5 GC for Tim Hortons. Please to the event RSVP by calling (705) 737-1151

http://www.facebook.com/WhiteCedarDentalCare/

WOULD YOU LIKE TO SEE YOUR EVENT ON THE ENTERTAIN KIDS ON A DIME CALENDAR?

*Please note that your event must INCLUDE this to be CONSIDERED: *Admission is Free or Under $10 *The event must have kid’s activities or entertainment *The even must be held in the province of Ontario *Your event must have a website or Facebook Page with information

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

To Submit an Event, Click HERE!

Bentley’s …
December 20, 2015