HOLIDAY BREAKS | Entertain Kids on a Dime

Hello Everyone!

I would like to wish everyone a Happy and Safe Holiday Season!

Please note, there will be a separate newsletter post this week and a new years eve post!

At the end of this post I will be listing some free and cheap activities you can do in Ontario during the break.

Make sure to go on the website and check in throughout the week as I may be adding new activities!

ENJOY…

**SATURDAY, DECEMBER 19, 2015**

*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!

PLEASE CALL YOUR LOCAL STORE TO CONFIRM THERE IS ONE HAPPENING

http://canada.michaels.com/Kids-Store-Events/store-events-kids,default,pg.html

*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

50% Off making home-made soap. Please call in advance to book your time slot.

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*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

*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/

*Christmas Time (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

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

*Card Making Factory (Toronto) 2pm-3pm High Park Library 228 Roncesvalles Ave

Toronto, ON

Make your own Christmas card at High Park. All ages welcome.

http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDMEVT224845&R=EVT224845

*Holiday Fun (Toronto) 10am-4pm Fort York National Historic Site 250 Fort York Boulevard

Toronto, ON

Enjoy a visit to Fort York National Historic Site this festive season. Sample some baking from the 1826 Officers’ Mess kitchen and soak up the warmth of a crackling wood fire. Be sure to browse the Museum Store to find that special gift you won’t find anywhere else. The Museum Store features gifts suitable for all ages and interests.

Regular admission applies. Adults: $7.96 Seniors (65 +): $4.87, Youth (13-18 yrs.): $4.87, Children (6-12yrs): $3.76 (Plus tax).

Children 5 and under are Free

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

* Winterfest (Toronto) (FREE) Waterfront

Toronto, ON

Some of the highlights include: •an Ugly Christmas Sweater Cocktail Cruise •a Santa Brunch Cruise aboard Mariposa Cruises’ Northern Spirit •Pet Photos with Santa at Purina PawsWay •Ultimutts Dog Show at Purina PawsWay •families can learn more about the Arctic and create their own piece of art at the Museum of Inuit Art.

•FREE pastry-eating contest, hosted by the BeaverTails mascot Beaver

http://www.waterfrontbia.com

*Christmas/Hanukkah Show (Toronto) 4pm-5pm Revival 783 College St

Toronto, ON

The Goodtimes Christmas Show is a Toronto tradition that has been delighting audiences for over a decade.This years funny, fun, family friendly Christmas story is about Hanukkah, Chanukah, Hannukah, Hanukah and is jam packed with special guests, sing-a-longs, dance-a-longs, FREE cookies and of course the Horah and Menorah.

COST: PWYC

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*Gingerbread Decorating (Toronto) (FREE) 12pm-3pm Eglinton Square 1 Eglinton Square

Toronto, ON

Kids can visit the Eglinton Square Shopping Centre Food Court and decorate their very own gingerbread man.

FREE FOR ALL KIDS!

All gingerbread men are peanut-free and made in a peanut-free environment. Limit quantities, available while supplies last.

http://eglintonsquare.ca/events/eglinton-gingerbread-man-decorating-at-eglinton-square

*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

*Kids Holiday Party (Waterloo) (FREE) 11am-5pm Max’s Golf Centre 800 King Street North

Waterloo, ON

Max’s Golf Centre (Home of the Sports Dome) will be donating $1 from every transaction between now and December 19th towards a FREE holiday party for local children in association with Big Brothers & Big Sisters, KidsAbility, Extend-A-Family and Family and Children’s Services. The party will take place in the Dome at Max’s Golf Centre in Waterloo on Sunday December 20th from 11am – 2pm. Children of these organizations will have access to Max’s indoor mini golf, play structure, bouncy castle and their new BUBBLE SOCCER! Santa will also make an appearance, along with food & face painting by Bre Creative.

http://www.maxsgolf.ca

*Holiday Movie Festival (Mississauga) (FREE) 1pm-3pm Mississauga Celebration Square 300 City Centre Drive

Mississauga, Ontario

The temperature is dropping and the tree is lit – it’s holiday season. To help you get into the spirit, Mississauga Celebration Square is presenting a holiday movie festival on the Square, every day between December 19th and 24th.

Celebrating the classics and recent holiday favourites, we’re giving the gift of holiday cheer. It really is the most wonderful time of the year!

http://www.mississauga.ca/portal/celebrationsquare

*Meet & Greet with Santa (Brampton) 9:30am-12:30pm Garden Square 1 Theatre Lane

Brampton, ON

Visit the jolly man himself and hashtag #SantaSelfie while finding out if you are on the naughty or nice list.

Vendors will be on hand selling some amazing items, perfect for those looking for some unique, local gifts!
Snap a picture with our larger than life Nutcracker, or grab a sweet treat from the Candy Cane Princess.

Be sure to stop by our photo booth and take an elfie selfie and hashtag #GardenSQHolidays.

Brampton Library will be on hand reading some of your favourite holiday classics! And don’t forget to check out the amazing performance by Synergy Performing Arts at noon!

Activities Include: 9:30AM – 12:30PM

Meet & Greet with Santa

10AM –11AM
Brampton Library Storytime

Noon
Synergy Performing Arts Performance (30 minutes)

9AM – 12:30PM Buskers Photo booth Winter Marketplace Vendors Marshmallow Roasting Toy & Food Drive

Please bring a non-perishable food item or a new, unwrapped toy to donate

1PM
Movie – Polar Express

http://www.facebook.com/events/1697769717176141/

*Gingerbread House Showcase (Oshawa) 2pm-3pm McLaughlin Library 65 Bagot Street

Oshawa, ON

It’s time to show off your housebuilding skills! Build a gingerbread house at home and bring it in to win prizes at our first Gingerbread House Showcase! The crowd favourites will earn fun prizes, and everyone can enjoy special crafts, treats, and activities. To pre-register your gingerbread house in the Gingerbread House Showcase, please contact [email protected] or 905-579-6111 ext. 5260. Family program.

Please register through our website link if you wish to attend!

http://bit.ly/1NlRd3J

*Grinch Play (Barrie) Mady Centre box office 1 Dunlop St. West

Barrie, ON

Take a break from the Christmas rush at the Mady Centre with How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Warm up with treats available from Cravings Fine Food Market & Catering.

In this live-action adaptation of the beloved children’s tale by Dr. Seuss, the reclusive green Grinch (Jim Carrey) decides to ruin Christmas for the cheery citizens of Whoville. Reluctantly joined by his hapless dog, Max, the Grinch comes down from his mountaintop home and sneaks into town to swipe… More everything holiday-related from the Whos. However, the bitter grump finds a hitch in his plans when he encounters the endearing Cindy Lou Who (Taylor Momsen).

Ticket Information ———————— Reserved Seating General Admission: $6.90

*Please note: All persons must have a ticket, including infants*

Tickets available: • in person: • by phone: 705-739-4228

• via www.barrie.ca/TheatreTickets

https://www.facebook.com/events/1676579819255869/

*Holiday Kids Fun (Simcoe/Minesing) 10am-4pm Simcoe County Museum 1151 Highway 26

Minesing, Ontario

Join us at the Simcoe County Museum this holiday season to experience a new twist on a traditional Christmas carol during our 12 Days of Christmas.

Discover traditions from around the world as you navigate the 12 Days of Christmas by participating in the lyrics through fun activities such as three gingerbread- a-icing, two-candles-glowing, and a spider-in-a-pine-tree.
These activities are available Monday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., as well as Sundays from 1:30 to 4 p.m. No registration is required. Activities and crafts will be available throughout the entire day.

Regular Museum admission rates apply: Museum Members and preschoolers are free; Adult $6; Senior/Student $5; Child $4.

Theme: One spider in pine tree – Ukraine

http://museum.simcoe.ca/programs/calendar

**SUNDAY, DECEMBER 20, 2015**

*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

*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

*Holiday Fun (Toronto) 10am-4pm Fort York National Historic Site 250 Fort York Boulevard

Toronto, ON

Regular admission applies. Adults: $7.96 Seniors (65 +): $4.87, Youth (13-18 yrs.): $4.87, Children (6-12yrs): $3.76 (Plus tax).

Children 5 and under are Free

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

*Activities in the Evergreen Children’s Garden (Toronto) (FREE) 10am-4pm Evergreen Brick Works 550 Bayview Avenue

Toronto, ON

Join us in the Children’s Garden at Evergreen Brick Works for songs, dance and art as we learn how different plants and animals live during the winter season. The theme this month is hibernation and we’ll be celebrating the return of light with the winter solstice.

http://www.evergreen.ca/blog/entry/activities-in-the-evergreen-childrens-garden-during-december/

* Winterfest (Toronto) (FREE) Waterfront

Toronto, ON

•FREE pastry-eating contest, hosted by the BeaverTails mascot Beaver

http://www.waterfrontbia.com

*FREE Pictures with Santa (Toronto) 2pm-5pm Boston Pizza – Leslie & Lakeshore 16A Leslie Street

Toronto, ON

Santa is coming to Boston Pizza Leslie and Lakeshore on Sunday, December 20th between 2-5pm.

— FREE PICTURES WITH SANTA–

Free Christmas Gift to Every Kid who Takes a Picture with Santa

For reservations call: 416-778-4700

*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

*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

*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

*Holiday Movie Festival (Mississauga) (FREE) 1pm-3pm Mississauga Celebration Square 300 City Centre Drive

Mississauga, Ontario

Celebrating the classics and recent holiday favourites, we’re giving the gift of holiday cheer. It really is the most wonderful time of the year!

http://www.mississauga.ca/portal/celebrationsquare

*Holiday Kids Fun (Simcoe/Minesing) 10am-4pm Simcoe County Museum 1151 Highway 26

Minesing, Ontario

Join us at the Simcoe County Museum this holiday season to experience a new twist on a traditional Christmas carol during our 12 Days of Christmas.

Regular Museum admission rates apply: Museum Members and preschoolers are free; Adult $6; Senior/Student $5; Child $4.

The theme changes every day.

http://museum.simcoe.ca/programs/calendar

**MONDAY, DECEMBER 21, 2015**

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

Vaughan, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Fun Zone Drop-In (Vaughan) 9:30am-12pm JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre 9600 Bathurst Street (Bathurst & Rutherford)

Vaughan, ON

Age Recommended: 0-4 Years

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

Certified ECE teacher Take home crafts

Circle & story time

•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

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

Richmond Hill, ON

Mention Entertain Kids On A Dime, and you’ll get…

$20 per child for making 2 home-made soaps and a lip balm.

The soap does not contain any Sodium Laureth Sulfate. Participants choose their own fragrance and colour while crafting soaps.

http://creativeprojects.ca/

*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

*Planet Fun- 50% Off Admission (Scarborough) 24 Lebovic Avenue

Scarborough, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*The Gift of Giving Jarr (Toronto) 2pm-3pm Steeles Library 375 Bamburgh Cir C107

Toronto, ON

Need a last minute present? Craving some Christmas cookies? Share some holiday spirit with Do-It-Yourself holiday goods!

http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDMEVT223113&R=EVT223113

*Holiday Craft (Toronto) 2pm-3pm Riverdale Library 370 Broadview Ave

Toronto, ON

Come! Drop in – no registration required.

Space is limited – please arrive early to avoid disappointment.

http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDMEVT223113&R=EVT223113

*Holiday Fun (Toronto) 10am-4pm Fort York National Historic Site 250 Fort York Boulevard

Toronto, ON

Regular admission applies. Adults: $7.96 Seniors (65 +): $4.87, Youth (13-18 yrs.): $4.87, Children (6-12yrs): $3.76 (Plus tax).

Children 5 and under are Free

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

*Fun with Paper Bags (Etobicoke) 2pm-3pm Albion Library 1515 Albion Rd

Etobicoke, ON

Enjoy making fun crafts using paper bags!

http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDMEVT224197&R=EVT224197

*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

*Twisted Ones Balloon Show (Oshawa) 2pm-3pm McLaughlin Library 65 Bagot Street

Oshawa, ON

You will be truly amazed to see how much fun balloons can be! Join Debbie and friends as she tells hilarious stories with her balloon characters. You will learn how to twist your very own balloon animal!

Allergy alert: balloons are not latex-free. Family program. Please register through our website link if you wish to attend: http://bit.ly/1TM3YWR

http://bit.ly/1TM3YWR

*Holiday Kids Fun (Simcoe/Minesing) 10am-4pm Simcoe County Museum 1151 Highway 26

Minesing, Ontario

Join us at the Simcoe County Museum this holiday season to experience a new twist on a traditional Christmas carol during our 12 Days of Christmas.

Regular Museum admission rates apply: Museum Members and preschoolers are free; Adult $6; Senior/Student $5; Child $4.

The theme changes every day.

http://museum.simcoe.ca/programs/calendar

**TUESDAY, DECEMBER 22, 2015**

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

Vaughan, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Jungle Gym Drop-In (Vaughan) 10:30am-12:30pm JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre 9600 Bathurst Street (Bathurst & Rutherford)

Vaughan, ON

DROP-IN PROGRAM
Enjoy free time spent in the gym with different toys and games.

Age Recommended: 0-4 Years

Non-Member Fee: $5.00

•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

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

Richmond Hill, ON

$20 per child for making 2 home-made soaps and a lip balm.

The soap does not contain any Sodium Laureth Sulfate. Participants choose their own fragrance and colour while crafting soaps.

http://creativeprojects.ca/

*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

*Planet Fun- 50% Off Admission (Scarborough) 24 Lebovic Avenue

Scarborough, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Winter Crafternoon (North York) 2pm-3pm Fairview Library 35 Fairview Mall Drive

North York, ON

‘Tis the season to be crafty! Join us for an afternoon of fun and creative holiday crafts.

Drop-in, no registration required. Please call the branch at 416-395-5750 for more information.

*Holiday Fun (Toronto) 10am-4pm Fort York National Historic Site 250 Fort York Boulevard

Toronto, ON

Regular admission applies. Adults: $7.96 Seniors (65 +): $4.87, Youth (13-18 yrs.): $4.87, Children (6-12yrs): $3.76 (Plus tax).

Children 5 and under are Free

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

*Christmas Party (Toronto) 4pm-5pm Steeles Library 375 Bamburgh Cir C107

Toronto, ON

A fun program for children for Christmas.

http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDMEVT224858&R=EVT224858

*Christmas (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

*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

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

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

*Holiday Movie Morning (Ajax) 10:30am-12:30am Ajax Public Library, Main Branch 55 Harwood Avenue South

Ajax, ON

Santa’s clumsy son, Arthur, gets put on a mission to deliver a present to a forgotten tyke before Christmas morning dawns. All movies are at the Main Branch. Movie titles may change at any time. For the most up-to-date information, please visit www.ajaxlibrary.ca or call any of our branches.

http://www.ajaxlibrary.ca/events

*Holiday Kids Fun (Simcoe/Minesing) 10am-4pm Simcoe County Museum 1151 Highway 26

Minesing, Ontario

Join us at the Simcoe County Museum this holiday season to experience a new twist on a traditional Christmas carol during our 12 Days of Christmas.

Regular Museum admission rates apply: Museum Members and preschoolers are free; Adult $6; Senior/Student $5; Child $4.

The theme changes every day.

http://museum.simcoe.ca/programs/calendar

**WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 23, 2015**

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

Vaughan, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Fun Zone (Vaughan) 9:30am-12pm JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre 9600 Bathurst Street (Bathurst & Rutherford)

Vaughan, ON

Age Recommended: 0-4 Years

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

Certified ECE teacher Take home crafts

Circle & story time

•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

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

Richmond Hill, ON

$20 per child for making 2 home-made soaps and a lip balm.

The soap does not contain any Sodium Laureth Sulfate. Participants choose their own fragrance and colour while crafting soaps.

http://creativeprojects.ca/

*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

*Planet Fun- 50% Off Admission (Scarborough) 24 Lebovic Avenue

Scarborough, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*’Tis the Season To Be Crafting (Scarborough) 4pm-6pm Cedarbrae Library 545 Markham Road

Scarborough, ON

Decorate your very own gingerbread men. Make and create unique holiday crafts. Limited Space.

For Ages 11 & above. Register in person or call 416-396-8850

*Christmas (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

*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

*Holiday Fun (Toronto) 10am-4pm Fort York National Historic Site 250 Fort York Boulevard

Toronto, ON

Regular admission applies. Adults: $7.96 Seniors (65 +): $4.87, Youth (13-18 yrs.): $4.87, Children (6-12yrs): $3.76 (Plus tax).

Children 5 and under are Free

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

*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

*Merry Grinchmas (Ajax) 10:30am-11:30am Ajax Public Library, Main Branch 55 Harwood Avenue South

Ajax, ON

Join us to watch the original cartoon classic, How the Grinch Stole Christmas! Then decorate a cookie to take home. Note: Decorating materials may contain peanuts.

http://www.ajaxlibrary.ca/events

*Holiday Kids Fun (Simcoe/Minesing) 10am-4pm Simcoe County Museum 1151 Highway 26

Minesing, Ontario

Join us at the Simcoe County Museum this holiday season to experience a new twist on a traditional Christmas carol during our 12 Days of Christmas.

Regular Museum admission rates apply: Museum Members and preschoolers are free; Adult $6; Senior/Student $5; Child $4.

The theme changes every day.

http://museum.simcoe.ca/programs/calendar

**THURSDAY, DECEMBER 24, 2015**

*Jungle Gym Drop-In (Vaughan) 10:30am-12:30pm JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre 9600 Bathurst Street (Bathurst & Rutherford)

Vaughan, ON

DROP-IN PROGRAM
Enjoy free time spent in the gym with different toys and games.

Age Recommended: 0-4 Years

Non-Member Fee: $5.00

•Please check the schedule before attending this event.

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

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

Richmond Hill, ON

$20 per child for making 2 home-made soaps and a lip balm.

The soap does not contain any Sodium Laureth Sulfate. Participants choose their own fragrance and colour while crafting soaps.

http://creativeprojects.ca/

*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

*Planet Fun- 50% Off Admission (Scarborough) 24 Lebovic Avenue

Scarborough, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Christmas (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

*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

*Holiday Family Time (Toronto) 10:30am-11:45am Victoria Village Library 184 Sloane Ave

Toronto, ON

Join us for holiday stories, songs, rhymes, and a craft, for preschool children with their parents or caregivers.

http://torontopubliclibrary.ca

*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

*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

*Holiday Kids Fun (Simcoe/Minesing) 10am-4pm Simcoe County Museum 1151 Highway 26

Minesing, Ontario

Join us at the Simcoe County Museum this holiday season to experience a new twist on a traditional Christmas carol during our 12 Days of Christmas.

Regular Museum admission rates apply: Museum Members and preschoolers are free; Adult $6; Senior/Student $5; Child $4.

The theme changes every day.

http://museum.simcoe.ca/programs/calendar

**FRIDAY, DECEMBER 25, 2015**

*Fun Zone Shabbat Drop-In (Vaughan) 9:30am-12pm JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre 9600 Bathurst Street (Bathurst & Rutherford)

Vaughan, ON

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

*Holiday Kids Fun (Simcoe/Minesing) 10am-4pm Simcoe County Museum 1151 Highway 26

Minesing, Ontario

Join us at the Simcoe County Museum this holiday season to experience a new twist on a traditional Christmas carol during our 12 Days of Christmas.

Regular Museum admission rates apply: Museum Members and preschoolers are free; Adult $6; Senior/Student $5; Child $4.

The theme changes every day.

http://museum.simcoe.ca/programs/calendar

**SATURDAY, DECEMBER 26, 2015**

HAPPY SHOPPING DAY!

**SUNDAY, DECEMBER 27, 2015**

*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

*Christmas (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

*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

*Holiday Fun (Toronto) 10am-4pm Fort York National Historic Site 250 Fort York Boulevard

Toronto, ON

Regular admission applies. Adults: $7.96 Seniors (65 +): $4.87, Youth (13-18 yrs.): $4.87, Children (6-12yrs): $3.76 (Plus tax).

Children 5 and under are Free

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

*Christmas Victorian Tea (Oshawa) 11:30am-2pm Oshawa Community Museum 1450 Simcoe Street South

Oshawa, ON

Come enjoy a cup of tea and a light lunch of sandwiches, scones and desserts. Then go on a tour of the museum houses which are decorated in traditional Victorian Christmas decorations. Reservations are required for the tea as space is limited.

COST: $15 per person, $10 for OHS members, $7.50 for children

http://www.oshawamuseum.org

**MONDAY, DECEMBER 28, 2015**

*Fun Zone (Vaughan) 9:30am-12pm 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

*PARTY & PLAY TIME (Woodbrige) 10AM-1PM Mini Mania 61 Creditview Rd

Woodbrige, ON

Elsa & Anna Performance, With Meet & Greet With Spiderman, Pizza Lunch & Play Time in Gymnasium $69.99 plus hst Adult & Child Duo

Early Bird Special Save $10

Call to book your spot.

(905) 850-8980

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

Richmond Hill, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

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

Richmond Hill, ON

$20 per child for making 2 home-made soaps and a lip balm.

The soap does not contain any Sodium Laureth Sulfate. Participants choose their own fragrance and colour while crafting soaps.

http://creativeprojects.ca/

*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

*Planet Fun- 50% Off Admission (Scarborough) 24 Lebovic Avenue

Scarborough, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Craft and Museum Tour (Oakville) 1:30pm & 4pm Oakville Museum 8 Navy Street

Oakville, ON

Join us for an hour in the afternoon to make a craft with your child and take a guided tour of the Oakville Museum. Fee: $5.00 (Applies to participating children only – adults must accompany and assist child) Note: Each session will make the same craft and take the same tour.

Please register online at www.oakville.ca

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

Oakville, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

**TUESDAY, DECEMBER 29, 2015**

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

Vaughan, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Jungle Gym Drop-In (Vaughan) 10:30am-12:30pm JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre 9600 Bathurst Street (Bathurst & Rutherford)

Vaughan, ON

DROP-IN PROGRAM
Enjoy free time spent in the gym with different toys and games.

Age Recommended: 0-4 Years

Non-Member Fee: $5.00

•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

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

Richmond Hill, ON

$20 per child for making 2 home-made soaps and a lip balm.

The soap does not contain any Sodium Laureth Sulfate. Participants choose their own fragrance and colour while crafting soaps.

http://creativeprojects.ca/

*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

*Planet Fun- 50% Off Admission (Scarborough) 24 Lebovic Avenue

Scarborough, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Christmas (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

*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

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

Oakville, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Craft and Museum Tour (Oakville) 1:30pm & 4pm Oakville Museum 8 Navy Street

Oakville, ON

Please register online at www.oakville.ca

**WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 30, 2015**

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

Vaughan, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Fun Zone Drop-In (Vaughan) 9:30am-12pm JCC -Schwartz/Reisman Centre 9600 Bathurst Street (Bathurst & Rutherford)

Vaughan, ON

Age Recommended: 0-4 Years

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

Certified ECE teacher Take home crafts

Circle & story time

•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

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

Richmond Hill, ON

$20 per child for making 2 home-made soaps and a lip balm.

The soap does not contain any Sodium Laureth Sulfate. Participants choose their own fragrance and colour while crafting soaps.

http://creativeprojects.ca/

*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

*Planet Fun- 50% Off Admission (Scarborough) 24 Lebovic Avenue

Scarborough, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Christmas (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

*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

*Colouring For All Ages (Toronto) 2pm-4pm Parkdale Library 1303 Queen Street West

Toronto, ON

Come and join us for an afternoon of colouring and relaxation. Colouring pages will be available for all ages – children, teens and adults!

http://www.torontopubliclibrary.ca/detail.jsp?Entt=RDMEVT16322&R=EVT16322

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

Oakville, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

*Craft and Museum Tour (Oakville) 1:30pm & 4pm Oakville Museum 8 Navy Street

Oakville, ON

Please register online at www.oakville.ca

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

Oakville, ON

Use our Exclusive Coupon HERE

STAY TUNED FOR THE NEW YEARS EVE POST!!!

**FREE THINGS TO DO WITH YOUR KIDS**

•YOUR LOCAL PUBLIC LIBRARY:
Search online for your local public libraries. They have lots of FREE activities for your children to do. Or just visit to come read some books!

•OUTDOOR SKATING: Many outdoor rinks are free to skate on. All we need is the weather on our side to stay cold enough. Check your local cities online to see where the closest outdoor skating rinks are to you. *Here is the Toronto Guide Outdoor Skating:

http://www1.toronto.ca/wps/portal/contentonly?vgnextoid=fe20dada600f0410VgnVCM10000071d60f89RCRD&vgnextchannel=a3cadada600f0410VgnVCM10000071d60f89RCRD

•TIM HORTONS FREE SKATE: There are tons of arenas hosting free skating throughout Ontario. To find out the closest arenas near you, go to:

http://www.timhortons.com/ca/en/social/free-skating.php

•UPPER CANADA MALL:
Upper Canada Mall in Newmarket has a small playground in front of Toys R Us on the second floor. It is free and good for toddlers.

•MCDONALDS OR BURGER KING:
Taking your kids to these indoor play grounds are free and fun. My kids get so tired out at these places. Just bring some baby wipes for their hands for after they play!

**CHEAP THINGS TO DO WITH YOUR KIDS**

•SWIMMING:
Check out your local indoor public swimming pools for recreation swim times.

•MOVIES ON A TUESDAY:
Movie theatres are 1/2 price on Tuesdays. The smaller theatre chains like Rainbow Cinemas will be cheaper, but whatever you choose you will still save money.

•MUSEUM VALUE DAYS:
*THE ROM: Fridays after 4:30pm (Admission- Adults: $10, Children 4-14 years: $7 and Kids 3 and under: Free)
*The Bata Shoe Museum: Thursdays between 5pm-8pm (Admission- $5 donation)
*The Art Gallery of Ontario: Wednesday nights between 6pm-8:30pm (Admission- FREE for Everyone)

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!