FEBRUARY FREE & CHEAP EVENTS (February 26 – February 29, 2016) | Entertain Kids on a Dime Blog

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**FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 26, 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

*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

*Winterloo 2016 (Waterloo) 75 King St. S.

Waterloo, ON

Winterloo is an annual event that spans Waterloo’s amazing uptown. For 13 years, Winterloo has delighted families with great outdoor and indoor events. With a program packed with winter-themed events ranging from dog sled rides to world-class ice sculpting and indoor art activities at the Button Factory, there’s something for everyone to enjoy!
This year, Winterloo is dressing up in a new jacket. While still providing families and children with a wide range of activities, Winterloo 2016 will include events designed to welcome young adults, and especially our many students who have made Waterloo their temporary home.

http://www.waterloo.ca/winterloo/

*Friday Flicks (Barrie) (FREE) 7pm-9pm Barrie Public Library – Painswick Branch 48 Dean Ave.

Barrie, ON

Bring some popcorn and join the Barrie Public Library at the Painswick branch for some Friday evening feature films. We’ll be screening movies for the whole family, so you can spend some quality time decompressing from your week. Sit back, relax and enjoy our show!

On Friday, February 26 we’ll be screening How to Train Your Dragon 2 (Rated PG).

http://sierra-app.barriepubliclibrary.ca/record=g1000255~S1

**SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 27, 2016**

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

Various Locations

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

Movie: Escape from Planet Earth

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

*LEGO NEXO Knights Make and Take (All Over Ontario) 11am-1pm Toys R Us

All Over Ontario

Join the quest! Upgrade your power and build an exclusive LEGO NEXO Knights model.
PLUS, get a FREE* LEGO NEXO Knights Booklet!

*In store only. Event is for childern between 4 – 14 years of age. One model per child. While supplies last.

http://m.toysrus.ca/shop/index.jsp?categoryId=3373022

*February Family Fun (Scarborough) 12pm-4pm Scarborough Museum 1007 Brimley Road

Scarborough, ON

Ahh February – the month of love! Share that love by making Valentines for friends and family. Let us show you a little TLC by treating you to some heart shaped cookies. Admission is Pay What You Can.

http://www1.toronto.ca/wps/portal/contentonly?vgnextoid=518d2271635af310VgnVCM10000071d60f89RCRD

*Build-A-City Workshop (Toronto) 2pm-3:30pm Don Mills Library 888 Lawrence Ave East

Toronto, ON

Ever thought about what places make up a city? How about a city in the future? Skyscrapers, grocery stores, underwater parks, robot museums….You think it and build it! With boxes, paper products, recyclable materials, and decorating supplies, we’ll build a future city to include whatever buildings you can imagine. Ages 6-12.

Space is limited. Please register in-person or by calling 416-395-5710.

http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDMEVT229916&R=EVT229916

*Teen Nail Art (Toronto) 12pm-1pm Maria A. Shchuka Library 1745 Eglinton Ave W

Toronto, ON

Want to learn creative nail designs in a few easy steps? Well you can! Come and learn some designs that will make your nails look beautiful.

*Tween Makers: Paper Circuits (Etobicoke) 2pm-3pm Brentwood Library 36 Brentwood Rd N

Etobicoke, ON

Calling all Tweens and Teens! Learn basic circuitry then make pictures, cards and origami that light up using LED’s, copper tape and your imagination. This is a two part program.
Please call 416-394-5240 to register. Space is limited. For tweens ages 10-13 years.

http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDMEVT17021&R=EVT17021

*Outdoors Exercise (Waterloo) (FREE) 9:30am-10:30am Laurelwood Park 405 Gatestone Drive

Waterloo, ON

Experience natural movements fitness with a certified trainer. Dress up appropriately, and get ready to walk on uneven ground, over and under obstacles, balance, move on the ground, and more! Come with family and friends, and enjoy this FREE, fun, and laid-back natural fitness session! Space is limited. If you would like to go outdoors to improve your fitness, but don’t know what to do, these sessions are for you. Learn how to use nature in your neighbourhood to become healthier! This session will take place in a neighbourhood park in Laurelwood, Waterloo. These sessions are lively, fun, and open to people from 7 to 77 years old!

Children under 14 must be accompanied by an adult. Everyone must register. Space is limited. The precise location of the event will be disclosed to registered participants only.

http://conta.cc/1XizKNM

*Winterloo 2016 (Waterloo) 11am-7pm 75 King St. S.

Waterloo, ON

This year, Winterloo is dressing up in a new jacket. While still providing families and children with a wide range of activities, Winterloo 2016 will include events designed to welcome young adults, and especially our many students who have made Waterloo their temporary home.

http://www.waterloo.ca/winterloo/

*DANCE-A-THON: A Syrian Relief Fundraiser (Mississauga) 11am-5pm Discovery Community Christian Church 7755 Tenth Line West

Mississauga, ON

Take the 6-hour dance challenge and join us in fundraising to support Syrian refugees still trapped in the countries surrounding Syria. Partners International Canada has partnered with DC3 and a host of Dance instructors to host an event that is fun for all ages! Join us for one of our great dance sessions or be a part of all 6, the choice is up to you!

KIDZ DANCE: 11:00 AM CARNIVAL FITNESS: 1:00 PM

ZUMBA: 3:00 PM

Head to PartnersInternational.ca to pick up a pledge form and register for the event!

http://partnersinternational.ca/events/dance-a-thon-a-syrian-relief-fundraiser/

**SUNDAY, FEBRUARY 28, 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

*Skate for Sarah (Thornhill) 9am-6pm Rosemount Community Centre

1000 New Westminster Dr

The JCCs of Greater Toronto took on the honor and responsibility of hosting the inaugural “Skate for Sarah” Charitable Hockey Tournament and Family Event on Sunday February 28th, in memory of Sarah Watkin. Sarah passed away on November 2nd, 2014, after bravely battling a rare and extremely aggressive form of blood cancer. She was seven years old, and her ordeal was very public and touched a lot of people in our community. Charities supported by this event include One Match, Chai Lifeline and JCCs of Greater Toronto.

http://www.skatefs.com

*February Family Fun (Scarborough) 12pm-4pm Scarborough Museum 1007 Brimley Road

Scarborough, ON

http://www1.toronto.ca/wps/portal/contentonly?vgnextoid=518d2271635af310VgnVCM10000071d60f89RCRD

*Maple Magic (Mississauga) 12pm-4pm Bradley Museum 1620 Orr Road

Mississauga, ON

It’s that maple time of year again and in Mississauga, it’s magical. At what other maple syrup festival will visitors have the opportunity to track the world famous Sasquatch, ride a unicorn or have their picture taken with a Mountie and learn about Canada from all points of view?

Whether this is your first year celebrating Canada’s sticky syrup or you enjoy the festivities every season, this year is not to be missed at Bradley Museum.

Cost: Children: $6.24 + tax Adult: $7.80 + tax

Family: $19.50 + tax

http://culture.mississauga.ca/museums

*Family Movie Night (Brampton) (FREE) 5pm-7pm Sonoma Church 292 Conestoga Drive

Brampton, ON

Family Movie Night by Sonoma Church
Watch the Matrix on a 10ft screen + special activities for children

http://facebook.com/sonomachurch

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