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**FRIDAY JUNE 27, 2014**

*Movie Matinee (Richmond Hill) (FREE) 2:00pm – 3:30 PM Central Library 1 Atkinson Street

Richmond Hill, ON

Come out and watch Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs 2

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

*Ice Cream For $1 (Richmond Hill) Milky Lane 3pm-10pm 9631 Yonge Street

Richmond Hill, ON

Milky Lane is giving away ice cream for a dollar. Proceeds are going to the Islamic relief Canada Charity.

http://www.milkylane.ca

*Toronto Ribfest – Food and Music Festival (Toronto) 11:00 am-11:00 pm Centennial Park Renforth and Eglinton

Toronto, ON

The Toronto Ribfest Food and Music Festival committee and Rotary Etobicoke invite you to enjoy a great weekend full of fabulous food, family-focused attractions, great music and entertainment on three professional stages, a Kidz Zone, a massive Midway and more. New this year…live soccer games on large screens throughout the grounds. 100% of the profits from Toronto Ribfest go via the Rotary Etobicoke into supporting community activities and requirements.

$2 donation requested for admission

Toronto Ribfest 2025

*PlayZone (Toronto) (FREE) 9am-5pm Harbourfront Centre 235 Queens Quay West

Exhibition Common

Discover Harbourfront Centre’s new imagination playground. This innovative playground encourages learning, movement and fun while families build new worlds, imaginary places and dramatic scenarios—on a larger-than-life scale.

http://www.harbourfrontcentre.com/summer/onthesquares/index.cfm

416-973-4000

*Canadian, Eh! at Scarborough Museum (Scarborough) (FREE) 6:30 pm -9:00 pm Scarborough Museum 1007 Brimley Road

Scarborough, ON

You’re invited to Canadian, Eh! at Scarborough Museum in celebration of Canadian Multiculturalism Day! Enjoy live music and entertainment, sweets from around the world, dancing and more!
FREE for everyone!

416-338-8807

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

*Whitchurch-Stouffville Strawberry Festival (Stouffville) 5pm-10pm Main Street, & Park Drive

Stouffville, Ontario

The Strawberry Festival offers something for everyone. Almost 300 artisans, crafters, and merchants set-up shop on Main Street and Park Drive. Friends, neighbours, and family can enjoy great food, live music, stand-up comedy, games and a variety of performances by local talent. Children enjoy pony rides, bouncy castles, freckle contests, cookie decorating, and the carnival rides, to name a few! And of course, there are lots of strawberries!

647-522-1365

http://www.strawberryfestival.ca/discover/index.html

*Shade’s Mills Movie Night In The Park (Cambridge) 8:45pm-10:15pm Shade’s Mills Conservation Area

450 Avenue Road

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. Movies are all rated parental guidance (PG) or general admission (G) and are suitable for families. For a full list of movies and show times visit http://www.grandriver.ca/Events.
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.

519-621-3697

http://www.grandriver.ca/Events/

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**SATURDAY, JUNE 28, 2014**

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

(All Over The GTA)

$2.50 per person including taxes

Jetsons Movie Directed by: Don Lusk, Ray Patterson Cast: George O’Hanlon, Henry Corden, Penny Singleton

Plot: Set off for some intergalactic fun with America’s favourite family of the future in their full-length animated movie! Meet George Jetson; Jane, his wife; daughter Judy; son Elroy; Rosie the Robot and Astro the family dog as they move to an asteroid full of space-age wonders. But when they discover that George’s new company is disturbing the home of friendly underground creatures named Grungies, they’ll have to work together to spread peace on their new space place. Directed by the original creators of The Jetsons, Joseph Barbera and William Hanna, and featuring the voice talents of the original George and Jane Jetson, George O’Hanlon and Penny Singleton, as well as legendary voice artist Mel Blanc (Bugs Bunny, Daffy Duck), and music from pop singer Tiffany, it’s destined to be a universal hit with the whole family!

http://www.cineplex.com/events/familyfavourites

*Farmers Market at Riverwalk Commons (Newmarket) (FREE) 8am-1pm Riverwalk Commons (corner of Doug Duncan and Timothy St.)

Newmarket, ON

Free shallow splash pool with a waterfall Live music

(Every second Saturday of the month, there are Wagon Rides)

http://www.newmarketfarmersmarket.com/newmarket_farmers_market_calendar.asp

*Aurora Farmers’ Market & Artisan Fair (Aurora) (FREE) 8am – 1pm 49 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/

*4H Foody Fundraiser at Lionel’s Farm (Stouffville) 9am-6pm Lionel’s Farm 11714 McCowan

Stouffville, ON

Join us at Lionel’s Farm where 4H club members will be selling BBQ and baked goods, plus animal food baggies and souvenir items to remember your visit! Everyone welcome!

416 570 9456

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*Whitchurch-Stouffville Strawberry Festival (Stouffville) 8am-11pm Main Street, & Park Drive

Stouffville, Ontario

647-522-1365

http://www.strawberryfestival.ca/discover/index.html

*Scotiabank CHIN Picnic – Canada Day Weekend (Toronto) 12:00 pm-11:00 pm Exhibition Place Lake Shore Boulevard West and Ontario Drive

Toronto, ON

The Scotiabank CHIN International Picnic showcases the very best performers from around the world.

The Grand Festival of Fireworks! will be featured at 10pm.

Don’t miss the great kids’ entertainment in the CHEVROLET Midway area, west side of the grounds.

Pony rides and Petting Zoo open each day.

The Infinite Fantasy Circus Family, of Canada’s Got Talent fame, will be there for three shows daily on June 28, 29, and July 1st , in the CHEVROLET MIDWAY. 3 shows daily, 2pm / 4pm / 6pm

Tiger Paws Exotics also presents two shows each day with audience interaction with live animals.
Some charges for certain attractions/activities.

*Durham Caribbean Festival (Ajax) Greenwood Conservation Area

Ajax, ON

It the most exciting, fun-filled extravaganza this side of the Caribbean Sea. Street performers, entertainers, singers, dancers, cultural and heritage groups will come together in one place to celebrate the diversity and flavour of the Durham Caribbean Festival.
The festival will showcase the unique foods, music, traditions, beliefs and interests of Durham’s fastest growing community.

The program includes a one main stage featuring performances by jaminfit displaying 2014 Carnival costumes as well as DJ music and a headliner, children zone including carnival rides and games and over 30 diverse food and craft vendors.

416-876-4679

http://www.durhamcaribbeanfestival.com

*Showcase Saturdays at Brampton Theatre (Brampton) (FREE) 10:00 am Garden Square at the Rose Theatre Brampton 1 Theatre Lane

Brampton, ON

Showcase Saturdays will present some of Brampton’s top talents. You never know which rising star you may see performing!

Perfect for the whole family.

905-874-2800

http://www.rosetheatre.ca

*BRAMPTON FARMERS’ MARKET (Brampton) (FREE) 7am-1pm Downtown Brampton Main and Queen Streets

June 21 to October 11

Locally grown produce, hand-made crafts, baked goods and prepared foods, live entertainment and family fun!

http://www.brampton.ca/EN/Business/edo/Downtown-Queen-Street/Pages/Farmers-Market.aspx

*The Family Expo (Brampton) 10am-8pm The Brampton Soccer Centre

1495 Sandalwood Parkway

Biggest Family Fun Event in Brampton this Summer! Celebrating Brampton Families and our Community we are excited to bring this fun filled weekend for the whole family in support of The Knights Table.

You will be able to enjoy our featured areas such as The Mom Shoppe, The Tot Spot, The Play Zone featuring our 24ft Rock Climbing Wall and our Waterballs and The Guys Garage. With something for everyone, The Family Expo will also feature two demonstration areas with informative must knows and and main stage entertainment for kids of all ages.

416-476-7812

http://brampton.themompreneur.com/the-family-expo/

*Canada Day Customer Appreciation (Mississauga) 2pm-4pm Courtneypark Library 730 Courtneypark Dr. W.

Mississauga, ON

Visit Courtneypark Library for games, activities, face painting, balloon animals, a book sale, and special guests!

905-615-4745

http://www.mississauga.ca/portal/residents/courtneyparklibrary

*Farmers Market (Port Credit) (FREE) 8am-1pm Corner 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!

Sing Music Studio • Kinder Music Class

http://www.portcredit.com/explore-port-credit/farmers-market/

*Waterloo Air Show (Waterloo) 10am-5pm The Region of Waterloo International Airport 4881 Fountain Street North

Waterloo, ON

Waterloo Air Show is an outdoor, gated & ticketed family-oriented commemoration of aviation and Canadian Forces at the Region of Waterloo International Airport.
Retail booth, Food Truck Alley & Kids’ Zone.

http://www.waterlooairshow.com

*Creeks and Creepy Crawlies (Hamilton) (FREE) 11am-2pm Beasley Community Centre 144 Wilson St.

Hamilton, ON

Come explore the creatures of our watershed in the Bay Area Restoration Council’s Creeks and Creepy Crawlies. Attend this fun-filled FREE event and learn about some of the lesser-known creatures found in our streams and creeks! -Examine a number of LIVE aquatic creepy crawly bugs in detail -Learn about their ecology, habitat and the importance of keeping the creeks and rivers they call home clean and healthy

This is a drop-in program; no registration is required

(905)5277111

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*38th Annual Promenade Days & Canada Day (Barrie) (FREE) 10am-9pm

Downtown Barrie

Enjoy Downtown Barrie’s longest standing Canada Day family weekend. The Downtown Merchants will showcase all their fantastic products during Promenade Day’s Street Market. This event also features a petting zoo, face painting, midway, family stage, entertainment and more. Kids Fun Zone in Heritage Park, featuring inflatables and games from Party Tyme Treats & Amusements, as well as free face painting with Clarabella the Clown.

(705) 734-1414; http://www.downtownbarrie.ca _____________________________________________________

**SUNDAY, JUNE 29, 2014**

*Whitchurch-Stouffville Strawberry Festival (Stouffville) 8am-11pm Main Street & Park Drive

Stouffville, ON

647-522-1365

http://www.strawberryfestival.ca/discover/index.html

*The Family Expo (Brampton) 10am-3pm The Brampton Soccer Centre

1495 Sandalwood Parkway

Biggest Family Fun Event in Brampton this Summer! Celebrating Brampton Families and our Community we are excited to bring this fun filled weekend for the whole family in support of The Knights Table.

416-476-7812

http://brampton.themompreneur.com/the-family-expo/

*Waterloo Air Show (Waterloo) 10am-5pm The Region of Waterloo International Airport 4881 Fountain Streen N

Waterloo, ON

Waterloo Air Show is a 2-day, outdoor, gated & ticketed family-oriented commemoration of aviation and Canadian Forces at the Region of Waterloo International Airport. Featuring: the Snowbirds, CF18 & civilian and military performers with pyrotechnic effects. Ground display: WWII bombers, Korean & Vietnam War planes. Retail booth, Food Truck Alley & Kids’ Zone.

http://www.waterlooairshow.com/

*38th Annual Promenade Days & Canada Day (Barrie) (Free Admission) 10am-9pm Downtown Barrie

Barrie, ON

705-734-1414
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**MONDAY, JUNE 30, 2014**

*38th Annual Promenade Days & Canada Day (Barrie) (Free Admission) 10am-9pm Downtown Barrie

Barrie, ON

705-734-1414
http://www.downtownbarrie.ca

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**TUESDAY, JULY 1, 2014**

*Canada Day Celebration (Richmond Hill) 11am-11pm Richmond Green Park 1300 Elgin Mills Road East

Richmond Hill, ON

Richmond Hill’s Canada Day celebrations, presented by Tim Hortons, dazzles thousands of residents every year with an exciting day full of live entertainment, multicultural food, a Bavarian beer garden, children’s village and teen zone, an artist exhibit and midway and one of the largest municipal fireworks displays in the Region!

Event Day Parking is Limited
Richmond Hill’s Canada Day Celebration grows in size every year and parking is limited. As such, event patrons are encouraged to take the fully accessible shuttle bus service. Not only does this provide a convenient service, it also reduces congestion in the park and on our roads. It also considers the environment, too. So leave your car home this year and take the free shuttle bus service!

http://www.richmondhill.ca/subpage.asp?pageid=canada_day_celebrations

*Aurora Canada Day Parade (Aurora) 10-11am 2 Orchard Heights Blvd

Yonge Street & Orchard Heights Blvd

Join us on Canada Day as we celebrate our birthday with a wonderful parade down Yonge Street in Aurora!

905-726-4762

http://www.aurora.ca

*Celebrate Aurora and Canada (Aurora) 11am-10pm Lambert Willson Park Industrial Parkway North

Aurora, ON

Enjoy family oriented activities, live entertainment, parade, fireworks and much, much more.

905-726-4762

http://www.aurora.ca

*Kanata Summer Festival (Newmarket) 8am-11pm Fairy Lake

500 Water Street

Celebrate Canada Day with fun for the whole family:
Inflatable bouncers, extreme bike demonstration, live entertainment and more at Fairy Lake from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Free admission.

Enjoy Kanata Free Fireworks at dusk (10 p.m.) at George Richardson Park

905-726-4762
http://www.newmarket.ca

*Whitchurch-Stouffville Strawberry Festival (Stouffville) 6pm-11pm Main Street & Park Drive

Stouffville, ON

647-522-1365

http://www.strawberryfestival.ca/discover/index.html

*Vaughan Celebrates Canada Day (Maple) (Free admission) 3pm-8pm Mackenzie Glen District Park 220 Cranston Park Avenue

Maple, ON

Celebrate Canada’s 147th birthday at the City of Vaughan’s Canada Day event on Tuesday, July 1, 2014 at Mackenzie Glen District Park.

Presented by TD and Event Sponsors CN, Direct Energy Home Services and Tim Hortons, this fun-filled FREE family event will feature FREE live concerts headlined by Glass Tiger and Honeymoon Suite. Carlos Bustamante of YTV will emcee the event that includes performances by Bounce Entertainment and Disco Inferno and the Official Welcome by Mayor and Members of Council.

Enjoy inflatables in the Kidz Zone and a host of other free activities. Great food will be available for purchase in the Food Zone and a free shuttle bus service from City Hall will be available. Please note that there is no public parking at the event site.

For more information visit http://www.vaughan.ca/events

*CANADA DAY IN KLEINBURG CELEBRATES CANADA’S HISTORY (Kleinburg) 11am-4pm 10462 Islington Ave

Kleinburg, ON

The Village of Kleinburg will host their 12th Annual Canada Day in Kleinburg Celebration, a community-based festival celebrating Canada’s history. Taking place from 11AM – 4 PM, the fun-filled day will include music, activities for children, a charity BBQ, the singing of ‘O Canada’, and much more!
The Charity BBQ and sales from “The World’s Best Pies” has raised thousands of dollars in support of causes such as Vaughan ETA, a local women’s shelter in Kleinburg and Mackenzie Health Foundation. This year, proceeds from the charity BBQ will go towards Alternatives – integrating people with cognitive challenges.

http://www.kleinburgvillage.ca

*Canada Day Community Celebration (East Gwillimbury) 10:30 am Sharon Temple National Historic Site and Museum 18974 Leslie Street

East Gwillimbury, ON

Celebrate Canada’s Birthday at the Sharon Temple with games, performers, cake, and more!

http://www.sharontemple.ca

*Canada Day In High Park (Toronto) 11am-1:30pm High Park 1873 Bloor St West

Toronto, ON

Join MP Peggy Nash at the annual Canada Day celebration in High Park. This year’s event will include an official citizenship ceremony. Fifty new Canadians will take their oath of citizenship before family and friends. You’re invited to witness and participate in this special occasion. We’ll also have children’s activities, refreshments, and performances. Come celebrate our country and community!

The event will be held at Picnic Area 1 in High Park, south of Bloor and just west of the main entrance to the Park at High Park Ave. TTC: High Park Station

416-769-5072

http://peggynash.ndp.ca/

*Q107 Canada Day Picnic (Toronto) (Free Admission) 11:00 AM-10:00 PM Woodbine Park Lakeshore Blvd East and Coxwell Ave

Toronto, ON

The annual Q107 Canada day picnic with the largest and best firework display in Toronto. Featuring Q107 live tributes to: Elton John, AC/DC, U2, Steely Dan, Fleetwood Mac and Queen! Woodbine Park, gourmet food trucks, family fun zone, vendors and much more. For updates and info please visit: Q107.com

http://www.Q107.com
416-698-2152

*Stonegate Farmers’ Market – Canada Day Celebrations (Etobicoke) 4pm-7pm Christ Church St. James Anglican Church 194 Park Lawn Rd

Etobicoke, ON

Come and celebrate Canada Day at the Stonegate Famers’ Market where we’ll have music, yummy Canada treats, kids crafts and of course our great vendors!

416-231-7070

*Canada Day Celebrations (Etobicoke) 2pm-10pm Royal Canadian Legion, Branch 210 110 Jutland Rd

Etobicoke, ON

416-231-2021
Come Celebrate Canada with us on July 1. The day will start at 2pm and will continue into the evening, ending at 10pm. The Pepper Shakers Band will be entertaining us; they will be set up outdoors and later indoors for an evening of dancing. We’ll have the BBQ fired up for as long as people are hungry. There will be games, prizes, 50/50 draws, vendors, mini readings. It’s sure to be a fun filled day the entire family will enjoy!

*Canada Day Celebration (Mississauga) 4pm-10:30pm Mississauga Celebration Square 300 City Centre Drive

Mississauga, ON

We’re celebrating Canada’s 147th birthday in style! Global Toronto’s Leslie Roberts and Liza Fromer host the show, kicking off the day with the official ceremony, leading into an incredible Circo De Calle performance, Canadiana cirque acts with mile high stilt walkers, mind-blowing Mirror People, and festive face painting.

Make some noise in the spirit pavilion with our drum station and samba troupe performances. Check out the line-up of food trucks and vendors serving up gourmet curbside cuisine.

Mississauga’s own DJ 4Korners keeps the party going all day long with a live spin! With performances from pop heartthrob Tyler Shaw, JUNO Award winning R&B superstar JRDN, and Canada’s pop darling Alyssa Reid. Don’t miss an awe inspiring, gravity defying secret performance before we countdown to an explosive fireworks finale.

http://www.mississauga.ca/celebrationsquare

*Canada Day Brampton (Brampton) 12pm-10pm Donald M Gordon Chinguacousy Park 9050 Bramalea Road

Brampton, ON

This year’s Canada Day will include Tigerfest wrestling extravaganza, children’s performers & community artists, amusement rides & inflatables, splash pads, paddle boats, mini-putt, and a petting zoo. Entertainment on the main stage will feature Canadian rockers, Simple Plan. The evening will close with a spectacular fireworks display commemorating Canada’s 147th anniversary.
Remember to take advantage of Brampton transit’s free shuttle service as parking is limited.

http://www.brampton.ca/EN/Arts-Culture-Tourism/Festivals-and-Events/Canada-Day/Pages/Welcome.aspx

*Caledon Canada Day (Caledon) (Free Admission) 4pm-11pm Albion Hills Conservation Area

16500 Regional Road 50

Come celebrate our nation’s independence at the 18th annual Caledon Canada Day Celebrations! Activities include high flying canines show, climbing wall, live music, magic show, paddle boat and canoe rentals and much more. Don’t miss the spectacular fireworks display at dusk.

416-661-6600 x 5668

http://trca.on.ca/events/event.dot?id=canadaday14

*Canada Day Celebrations (Keswick) 2pm-10pm The ROC 26479 Civic Centre Road

Keswick, ON

Join us at The ROC for a day full of exciting festivities for the whole family! Enjoy live entertainment, helicopter rides (additional fees apply), children’s activities, inflatable’s, food and so much more. Then when the night begins to fall, site back and relax as you experience the fireworks at 10pm. View the Canada Day Celebration Poster for more details.

http://www.georginaroc.ca

*Canada Day Strawberry Social (Burlington) (Free Admission) 11am-4pm Joseph Brant Museum 1240 North Shore Blvd

Burlington, ON

Museums of Burlington is holding its annual Canada Day Strawberry Social by the Lake.

This year’s event will feature all-day children’s activities, including face painting, a scavenger hunt adventure, festive crafts, fair-style games with prizes and hands-on activities. See special performances and live entertainment; explore the famous trifles & treasures market; and place a top bid at the silent auction! Showing pride in your country never tasted this good! Visitors can enjoy refreshments and a barbecue, as well as fresh strawberries and delicious vanilla ice cream.

905-332-9888

http://www.museumsofburlington.com

*The City of Burlington’s Canada Day Celebration (Burlington) 12pm-10pm Location:Spencer Smith Park Address:1400 Lakeshore Road Phone:905-335-7766

URL: http://www.burlington.ca/canadaday

Celebrate our nation’s birthday along Burlington’s waterfront. The day kicks off with a run in the morning and the fun goes into the night with great entertainment and fireworks at 10:00pm

Visit http://www.burlington.ca/canadaday

http://www.rcl210.com

*Canada Day (Oshawa) 2pm-11pm Lakeview Park 55 Lakeview Park Avenue

Oshawa, ON

Celebrate Canada Day at Lakeview Park. Three stages of local musical talent, animal acts, jumping castles, children’s crafts, sandcastles, community displays, merchandise and food vendors. Fireworks at dusk!

905-436-3311

http://www.oshawa.ca

*Canada Day County Town Carnival and Fireworks (Whitby) 12pm-10pm Victoria Fields 345 Watson Street West

Whitby, ON

Come and celebrate Canada Day with the Town of Whitby. Free children’s activities, live entertainment, petting zoo and jumping castles. Parking is available at Iroquois Park Sports Centre and Whitby GO Station. Don’t miss Community Connection fireworks at dark.

9054304310

http://www.whitby.ca/en/residents/countytowncarnivalcanadadaycommunityconnectionfire.asp

*Canada Day Community Celebration (Pickering) (FREE) 6pm-10pm The Bridge Church for All Nations 477 Kingston Road

Pickering, ON

Join The Bridge for free Canada Day festivities. Great fun for ALL ages: – FREE community BBQ – Fireworks at dusk – Games & prizes for children

– Music, balloons & more!

289-892-5369

The Bridge in Pickering – Church for All Nations

*Canada Day Event (Pickering) 2pm-10pm Destiny Equestrian Complex 69 Finch Avenue

Pickering, ON

Free parking & Admission. Carnival games, prizes, face painting, pony rides, vendors, refreshments and fundraising.

Dogs welcome on leash!

https://www.facebook.com/events/620497128057767/

*Canada Day at Kinsmen Park! (Pickering) (Free Admission) 12pm-11pm Kinsmen Park Sandy Beach Road

Pickering, ON

Live entertainment, bouncers, rides, games & prizes, free teen stuff, seniors’ afternoon tea, community party, refreshment area. Celebrating the Queens Jubilee.

Main Stage Entertainment starts at 7 pm,with Union Spring, Retro Circuit and feature performer Suzie McNeil! The night ends with a bang, don’t miss Pickering’s annual pyromusical fireworks show!

http://www.pickering.ca

*Canada Day (Ajax) 10am-5pm Rotary Park 177 Lake Driveway West.

Ajax, ON

It’s the biggest birthday party in Town! Celebrate Canada Day in Ajax with a great day of fun, food, games and entertainment. There will be children’s activities, arts & crafts, face painting, inflatable rides, games, animal interactions, a giant mural to paint, strolling buskers and more. Visit the Community Corner to learn about local community groups and organizations, check out the live entertainment and cultural performances on stage, and try some delicious food at one of our many food vendors. Parking is limited, so leave the driving to us by taking the free Canada Day Shuttle. Parking restrictions will be enforced. Admission is free with nominal fees for food, beverages and some activities. Please note bank machines are not available on-site. For more information and shuttle schedules, visit http://www.ajax.ca.

905 619 2529

http://www.ajax.ca

*Canada Day (Waterloo) (Free Admission) 9:30am-5pm Waterloo Region Museum 10 Huron Road

Waterloo, ON

A free Canada Day party for everyone with lots of fun and games and musical entertainment.

Waterloo Region Museum is throwing a party to celebrate Canada Day and everyone is invited! Admission is FREE to the museum and Doon Heritage Village for this fun family event including musical entertainment, fun games like croquet and horseshoes. Guests bring your own picnic lunch or purchase a tasty BBQ lunch.

519-748-1914

*University of Waterloo 30th Annual Canada Day Celebration (Waterloo) (Free Admission) 4pm-10pm Columbia Lake Fields 200 University Ave. West

Waterloo, ON

Be one of 50,000 people gathering at Columbia Lake Fields for a day that celebrates this great nation with free family fun, live music, food and fireworks.
The fun starts at 4 p.m.! The celebration includes:

Featured Performances — from the Juno nominated Born Ruffians and beloved Canadian musical icon Steven Page.
Children’s Performances — including Splash’N Boots live on the TVOKids Stage, hosted by University of Waterloo grad and TVOKids’ own, Kara.

Family Friendly Field Programming — from festival favourite food trucks and inflatable ride to face painting and the Stilt Guys, there is something for everyone.
Fantastic Fireworks — up high in the summer sky at 10:30 p.m. that will cap your night off with a bang.

5198884567

https://uwaterloo.ca/canada-day/about-canada-day-celebrations

*38th Annual Promenade Days & Canada Day (Barrie) (FREE) 10am-9pm

Downtown Barrie

(705) 734-1414
http://www.downtownbarrie.ca

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**WEDNESDAY, JULY 2, 2014**

*Music In The Park (Newmarket) (FREE) 7 p.m- 8:30 p.m. Fairy Lake Park Main & Water St.

Newmarket, ON

Join us for a musical treat this summer!
Join us Wednesday evenings for a musical treat. Local entertainers will showcase their talents. Weather permitting (no rain dates).

http://www.newmarket.ca

*MAP Family Summer Event – Toronto Zoo visits Kennedy/Eglinton (Toronto) (FREE) 2:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Kennedy/Eglinton Library 2380 Eglinton Ave East

Toronto, ON

Join us this summer at Kennedy/Eglinton 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

Children ages 5-12.

torontopubliclibrary.ca/museum-arts-passes/

*Summer Days Performance Series (Milton) (FREE) 12pm-1pm Milton Town Hall 1010 Main Street East

Milton, ON

Back for a second year! A free series of entertainment showcasing the best that Milton has to offer in music, dance, theatre and more.
Performances take place every Wednesday in July from 12pm – 1pm on the stage in front of Milton Town Hall, 150 Mary Street.

All performances are free and family-friendly! Limited seating available, bring a lawn chair. For a detailed list of performers, visit artsmilton.com.

905-878-7245 x. 4904
URL: http://www.artsmilton.com

*Summer in the Square (Ajax) (FREE) 7pm-8:30pm Ajax Town Hall 65 Harwood Ave. S.

Ajax, ON

Kicking off on July 2 and running until August 20, Heritage Square at Ajax Town Hall becomes your Wednesday night free entertainment destination. 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).

Music in the Square
July 2– Message in a Bottle Police Tribute

Phone:905 619 2529
URL: http://www.ajax.ca
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**THURSDAY, JULY 3, 2014**

*Outdoor Movie Nights (Mississauga) (FREE) 8pm-10:30pm Mississauga Celebration Square 300 City Centre Drive

Mississauga, ON

Outdoor Movie: Monsters University

Presented by Tim Hortons, supported by RBC.

http://www.mississauga.ca/celebrationsquare

*SRC Activity Day (FREE) (Toronto) 11am-3pm Richview Library 1806 Islington Ave

Toronto, ON

Summer has begun! Drop into the library between 11am-3pm and participate in fun activities and games! Sign up for the summer reading club and check out great books! For children of all ages.

416-394-5120

*The East Lynn’s Farmer’s Market (Toronto) (FREE) 3pm-7pm East Lynn Park

(South side of Danforth Avenue, just west of Woodbine Avenue)

From 4pm-6:30pm are Kids Activities
4:30pm-Children’s librarian from the Danforth/Coxwell Library will host storytime in the park.

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