JUNE FREE & CHEAP EVENTS (June 6- June 12) | Entertain Kids on a Dime
**FRIDAY, JUNE 6, 2015**
*The Early Years Education Centre – 2014 Fun Carnival (Richmond Hill) 4pm-7pm Richmond Green Sports Centre & Park 1300 Elgin Mills Rd E Phone:289-234-2700
URL: http://earlyyearschildcare.com/
Each year, The Early Years Education Centre in Richmond Hill is holding a large community event which unites children, families, teachers and members of our community. Within this event, the older children stage their talents in a musical performance. Also, we strive to provide the absolute best in games and entertainment, and to provide all children and families with a memorable event
Over 500 participants, from professional teachers to young families and their children are expected for the 8th Annual Family Fun Carnival scheduled for Friday June 6, 2014, with a rain date for Friday June 20, 2014.
We look forward to seeing you there!
*42nd Annual Bread & Honey Festival (Brampton) 4pm – 11pm Streetsville, Queen Street
Brampton, Ontario
In the PARK
Lions Carnival – Rides, Concessions, Games & much more
$2 Admission
http://breadandhoney.ca/
**SATURDAY, JUNE 7, 2014**
*Cineplex Family Favourites (All over the GTA) 11:00 am
Various Cineplex locations
Join Cineplex on Saturday mornings at 11:00am for Family Favourites. Watch a family favourite film each week for only $2.50.
It’s a fun and affordable way to enjoy the weekend with your family!
Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax Directed by: Chris Renaud, Kyle Balda Cast: Zac Efron, Taylor Swift, Danny DeVito Plot: The imaginative world of Dr. Seuss comes to life like never before in this visually spectacular adventure from the creators of Despicable Me! Twelve-year-old Ted will do anything to find a real live Truffula Tree in order to impress the girl of his dreams. As he embarks on his journey, Ted discovers the incredible story of the Lorax, a grumpy but charming creature who speaks for the trees. Featuring the voice talents of Danny DeVito, Ed Helms, Zac Efron, Taylor Swift, Rob Riggle, Jenny Slate, and Betty White, Dr. Seuss’ The Lorax is filled with hilarious fun for everyone!
Admission (taxes included): $2.50
http://www.cineplex.com/Events/FamilyFavourites
*The Great Big Enormous Storytelling Afternoon (Toronto) (PAY WHAT YOU CAN) 1:00 pm-3:00 pm Riverdale Farm
201 WInchester St
Storytellers for Children’s 12th annual Great Big Enormous Storytelling Afternoon featuring performances by members of Storytellers for Children, takes place at Riverdale Farm.
The concert is two hours of story, rhyme and song for children of all ages. Bring a blanket, hat, sunscreen and your friends & family for an afternoon of stories, songs, and rhymes.
(In case of rain, concert will take place in the Meeting House.)
COST: Event is Pay What You Can
416-968-8334
http://storytellersforchildren.ca
*42nd Annual Bread & Honey Festival (Brampton) 10am-10pm Streetsville, Queen Street
Brampton, Ontario
Busy Bee Children’s Island Stage Christian Potenza will be returning to be the MC for the children’s stage! 12:00pm- The Ice Queen and Ice Princess Celebration 1:00pm- Jam Sandwich 1:30pm- Doug Barr Children’s Show 2:00pm- The Ice Queen and Ice Princess Celebration 3:00pm- Jam Sandwich 3:30pm- Doug Barr Children’s Show 4:00pm- The Ice Queen and Ice Princess Celebration 5:00pm- Jam Sandwich
5:30pm- Doug Barr Children’s Show
In the Park 10:00am -11:30pm- Beach Volleyball for kids 12:00 pm – 7:00pm- Beach Volleyball Tournament (adults) 11:00 am – 7:00pm- Petting Zoo
11:00 am – 7:00pm- New Camel Rides Camel Rides!
2:00 pm -“Zoo to You” show presented by the Bowmanville Zoo. (Three separate Show Times) 4:30 pm -“Zoo to You” show presented by the Bowmanville Zoo. (Three separate Show Times) 6:30 pm -“Zoo to You” show presented by the Bowmanville Zoo. (Three separate Show Times) 10:00 am – 6:00pm- Petting Zoo, Lions Lucky Ducky Race
10:00am -11:00pm- Lions Carnival – Rides, Concessions, Games & much more …
kick off parade 10:00 am Saturday
$5 admission
http://breadandhoney.ca
*Alpha’s 7th Birthday Celebration (Mississauga) (FREE- with a food bank donation) 10am-1pm Alpha’s Discovery Club 170 Ambassador Drive Unit 10
Mississauga, Ontario
Alpha’s 7th Birthday Celebration at Alpha’s Discovery Club Indoor Playground and Pary Centre
Face Painting Crafts Indoor Playground Meet our newest Birthday Party Character: Elsa from Frozen! Special Discounts up to 50% off Refreshments
FREE ADMISSION with food bank donation!
As thanks to all of our customers over the past 7 years, admission is free to our 7th birthday celebration.
Phone:905-564-2511
http://www.alphasdiscoveryclub.com
*Time Machine Event (Kitchener) (FREE) 12pm Wilson Education Resource Centre 178 Victoria Street South
Kitchener, Ontario
Visit different periods of history in each room with activities, displays and more.
www.WERConline.ca
*Kitefest (Brampton) (FREE) 11am-6pm Gore Meadows Community Centre
10150 The Gore Road
Join us for Canada’s First Eco-Friendly KiteFest June 7th and 8th 2014 at the Gore Meadows Community Centre in Brampton, Ontario from 11am-6pm. Enjoy breathtaking ascensions, delightfullychoreographed kite performances, kids kite making clinics, learn about alternative green initiatives, and much more. This is a FREE Family Festival that is a way to bring together the multicultural community. Whether you are an avid kite enthusiast or a first time flyer, KiteFest is IT! We look forward to seeing you there!
4162018300
http://kitefestcanada.com
*13th Annual Windfall Ecology Festival (Newmarket) (FREE ADMISSION) 10am-5pm Fairy Lake Park 500 Water Street
Newmarket, Ontario
Held over two days in June, the Windfall Ecology Festival is open free of charge to the public and is York Region’s largest Environmental & Energy Conservation Exposition!
Kids Entertainment: -What a Ball Step inside the ball and prepare for the thrill of walking on water! You do not need to know how to swim and will not get wet or even come in contact with the water… Fun for all ages! -Face Painting -Storytelling with Tim Greenwood -Butterfly Kisses Educational -CDA Dance Academy -Taoist Tai Chi -Cathy’s Crawly Composters -Russ Clayton music -Hands on Exotics -Yoga & Meditation
-Spotlight Theatre School
http://www.windfallfestival.ca
*Grand Opening of Scholars Education Centre (Brampton) 10am-12pm Scholars Education Centre 230 Wanless Drive
Brampton, Ontario
Scholars Education Centre is excited to announce the opening of our Brampton location! For over a decade, Scholars has been providing tutoring and supplementary education services in Ontario to students of all ages and grades.
Join us for the Grand Opening which will include face painting, balloon animals, food and some incredible opening giveaways.
http://www.scholarscanada.com
*Movie Madness (Richmond Hill) (FREE) 2:00pm – 3:30pm Central Library 1 Atkinson Street, Richmond Hill L4C 0H5
(Yonge Street & Major MacKenzie Drive)
Looking for a great way to spend an afternoon? Join us for Movie Madness at the Library!
We will be showing the movie The Croods.
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.
905.884.9288
*Teddy Bear Picnic (Toronto) (FREE) 10:00am-1:00pm Jay MacPherson Green Park Avenue Road and Dupont
Toronto, ON
Your family is invited to come to a teddy bear picnic with tea and activities you will all enjoy as part of CIRCUIT.
FREE for the whole family Bring your favourite stuffed animal!
Sponsor: CIRCUIT Youth Mentorship 647-999-3655
http://www.churchofthemessiah.ca/circuit
We make every effort to ensure the accuracy of this information. However, you should always call ahead to confirm dates, times, location, and other information.
*The Parenting Show (Newmarket) (FREE) 10am-4pm Optimist Club 56 Forhan Drive
Newmarket, Ontario
Tons of free giveaways and prizes
First 50 kids will receive a free goodybag
https://www.facebook.com/groups/find.it.here.inc/
*15th Annual Celebrate Barrie (Barrie) (FREE ADMISSION) 10am-5pm Centennial Park – Barrie Waterfront
11 Victoria St.
The festivities feature free fun for all ages including rides and inflatables, petting zoo and animal displays, heritage village and re-enactments, local entertainment, over 50 community groups providing hands-on activities for kids, and so much more.
Kid Fun Zone – Enjoy an exciting variety of inflatables, rides, and games. Ken Jen Petting Zoo – Hang out with your favourite animals and meet some new ones too! Rock Climbing Wall – Go to new heights and scale the 25 foot wall. Science North – cool science fun. Sciensational Sssnakes – Check out frogs, geckos, turtles, and more… Fire and Police Display Bike Decorating – Bring your bikes! Firebird Community Cycle will help kids decorate their bikes to kick-off cycling season. Supplies provided. Caricatures – Have your portrait drawn as a memento of your special day at Celebrate Barrie.
Cartooning Workshop – Learn to cartoon! Use your imagination as cartoonist Bob Kain shares cartooning basics and techniques.
Activities
Face painting, arts and crafts, demonstrations, games, giveaways, contests, and so much more – all offered for free by local community groups. Visit them on-site and see what fun they have to offer!
Phone:705-739-4299
http://www.barrie.ca/Culture/Festivals/Pages/CelebrateBarrie.aspx
*Unionville Festival (Markham) 10am-7pm Unionville Mainstreet
Markham, Ontario
Festival Parade
– Starts at 10:00am from Library Lane south along Main Street Unionville
Millennium Bandstand- 11:30am – 12:15pm
1:00pm – 4:00pm “Flato Markham Theatre Presents”
– Live Dance & Music
11:00am to 2:00pm Pondapalooza – “Krazy Kraft Race”
– at Toogood Pond
2:30pm Rubber Duck Race (Race starts at the Main St. Bridge)
Purchase tickets ($3 or 2 for $5) at Carlton and Main.
ALL DAY Fun Zone by the Rinks All Day Event – Non-stop fun between Crosby Arena and the Curling Club. Rock Climbing Wall, Gyro, face painting, tattoos, Circus Obstacle Course and Silver Knights Basketball) Tickets $2 each or 3 plays for $5
(Rock Climbing Wall requires 2 tickets)
ALL DAY Village Market
All day long Carlton and Main Street
11:00am Heritage Train Conditions permitting, the York-Durham Heritage Train returns! Hourly round trips from Old Unionville Train Station to Markham Main Street Train Station and back.
Starting at – $8 per passenger
11:00am – 4:00pm Varley Art Gallery
– Free Admission, tours and family art activities inspired by The Story of Canadian Art and The Varley Story
9:00pm to 9:30pm Fireworks
Starts at Dusk
http://www.unionvillefestival.com/
*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!
Kids Craft for this day is: making Lady Bugs with the “Craft Queenzzz”
http://www.portcredit.com/explore-port-credit/farmers-market/
*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/
**SUNDAY, JUNE 8, 2014**
*Unionville Festival (Markham) 10am-7pm Unionville Mainstreet
Markham, Ontario
Fun Day in the Park 11:00am – 12pm – Dog Contest
1:30pm – 3:00pm – Off to the Races
Treasure Hunt 11:30am
School of Rock (Free classes for Little Wing Music Program) 11:15 – 11:45am (2-3 yr olds) 12:00 – 12:30pm (4-5 yr olds) 1:30 – 2:00pm (2-3 yr olds) 2:15 – 2:45pm (4-5 yr olds) Classes on a first com/first serve basis.
2-3 yr olds must be accompanied by a parent/guardian.
On Main Street Main Street Alive 12pm – 5:00pm Chalk Chick Plein Air: Paints the Village! Markham’s Milk Bag Project Stiver Mill Farmers Market Historical Walking Tours (Start at the McKay Art Centre)
Choo Choo Train Ride
Street Theatre: Shrek & Willy Wonka
by Unionville Theatre Co.
Suessical & A Funny Thing Happen on the Way to the Theatre
by Markham Youth Theatre
Wonderful World of Circus 1:00pm – 3:45pm – Dog & Bird Show
1:30pm – 4:15pm – Clown Comedy
Varley Art Gallery 11:00am – 4:00pm – Free Admission, tours and family art activities inspired by The Story of Canadian Art and The Varley Story
2:00pm – 4:00pm – Music in the gallery with performers from the inaugural Unionville Chamber Music Festival
Millennium Bandstand 12:00pm – 1:00pm – Aerial Hoops Trapeze 1:30pm – 2:00pm – Fusion Arts Concert 2:30pm – 5:00pm – Silhouettes Steelband
5:30pm – 7:00pm – Markham Concert Band
http://www.unionvillefestival.com/
*13th Annual Windfall Ecology Festival (Newmarket) (FREE ADMISSION) 10am-5pm Fairy Lake Park
500 Water St
Held over two days in June, the Windfall Ecology Festival is open free of charge to the public and is York Region’s largest Environmental & Energy Conservation Exposition!
Kids Entertainment: -What a Ball Step inside the ball and prepare for the thrill of walking on water! You do not need to know how to swim and will not get wet or even come in contact with the water… Fun for all ages! -Face Painting -Storytelling with Tim Greenwood -Butterfly Kisses Educational -CDA Dance Academy -Taoist Tai Chi -Cathy’s Crawly Composters -Russ Clayton music -Hands on Exotics -Yoga & Meditation
-Spotlight Theatre School
http://www.windfallfestival.ca
*IDA Grand Opening (Vaughan) (FREE) Autumn Hill Pharmacy 4pm-8pm
9001 Dufferin Street (Dufferin, just South of Rutherford)
Amazing prize drawings Complimentary food and refreshments Ribbon cutting ceremony Goodie bag giveaways Clown and balloons Reptilia
Superfly deejay company
*Zareinu Moveathon Festival (North York) 11am-6pm Downsview park
10 Carl Hall Rd.
Fun-filled day for the whole family at Downsview Park in support of the Zareinu Educational Centre – a day school and treatment centre for children with special needs. Tons of carnival rides and games, a food court, 5 km and 10 km timed Runs plus Kangoo Runs, 20 km Family Bike Ride, 2 km Family Walk, prizes, shows and more! Fun for children, teens and adults of all ages in support of a great cause. Free entrance! For more information: www.moveathon.com
Phone:416-661-1800 x226
URL: http://www.moveathon.com
*42nd Annual Bread & Honey Festival (Brampton) 8am-7pm Streetsville Queen Street
Brampton, Ontario
In the PARK 10:00am -11:30pm- Beach Volleyball for kids 11:00 am – 6:00pm- Camel Rides! 1:00 pm – “Zoo to You” show presented by the Bowmanville Zoo. (Three separate Show Times) 2:30 pm – “Zoo to You” show presented by the Bowmanville Zoo. (Three separate Show Times) 4:30 pm – “Zoo to You” show presented by the Bowmanville Zoo. (Three separate Show Times) 10:00 am – 6:00pm- Petting Zoo, Lions Lucky Ducky Race
10:00am -5:00pm- Lions Carnival – Rides, Concessions, Games & much more …
General Events 10:00am-6pm -Airborne Trampoline Centre demonstrations -RONA: FREE crafts for all ages -Visit Hand Made Craft Vendors for a variety of ‘one of a kind’ products -Breast Feeding Tent -Credit Valley Conservation Authority – make your own free fly fishing lures -Living Arts Centre – free crafts for kids -Scouts Canada – walk the rope bridge -YMCA – free face painting
-Come have your portrait drawn or have a tattoo drawn on you
Busy Bee Children’s Island Stage Christian Potenza will be returning to be the MC for the children’s stage! 12:00pm- Rapunzel Adventures 1:00pm- Jam Sandwich 1:30pm- Doug Barr Children’s Show 2:00pm- Rapunzel Adventures 3:00pm- Jam Sandwich 3:30pm- Doug Barr Children’s Show 4:00pm- Rapunzel Adventures 5:00pm- Jam Sandwich
5:30pm- Doug Barr Children’s Show
$5 admission
http://breadandhoney.ca
*Annex Festival On Bloor (Toronto) 11:00 am – 6:00 pm
Bloor Street (from Bathurst to Spadina)
Miles Nadal Jewish Community Centre and Bloor Annex BIA present the 18th Annual ANNEX FESTIVAL ON BLOOR! Extending from Bathurst Street to Spadina Avenue, this free one-day Festival offers the Annex neighbourhood a fantastic opportunity to gather on Bloor Street (from Bathurst Street to Spadina Avenue) and celebrate its unique local heritage with a wide variety of events and activities for everyone – families, adults and children of all ages!
The Annex Festival on Bloor is a successful collaboration between community businesses, local residents and generous sponsors. While having grown in size and reputation becoming one of Toronto’s leading summer festivals, The AFOB still retains its friendly, grass roots flavour and unique Annex ambiance.
For 18 years this fun, one-day Festival has offered the Annex neighborhood a fantastic opportunity to gather together on Bloor Street (from Bathurst to Spadina) and celebrate its unique local heritage with a wide variety of activities for young and old:
Live music over 115 craft and specialty food vendors and lots, lots more! Entertainment
12:30pm – 1:10pm
STREET PARADE from both ends of Bloor Street – Spadina Avenue › › ‹ ‹ Bathurst Street
JAM! at the stage when the two bands meet! (bands to be confirmed)
1:00 – 6:00 pm Street Performers The Imbayakunas Brant, the Fire Guy The Hula Family and an engaging assembly of Toronto buskers.
Festivalgoers can also join in the MNjcc energetic fitness demos for a firsthand sampling of the winning athletic and fitness programs the MNjcc has to offer.
Children’s Village
This year, the Children’s Village is going Carnival Style! Astro Amusements is bringing their best in mechanical and inflatable rides at minimal price, they will be selling ‘fun foods’ ie. Candy floss, popcorn, candy apples, and sno cones. There’s also face painting, sidewalk chalking, bubbles and hula hoop.
The DJCC at the AFOB!
Visit the Downtown Jewish Community Council tent at the Annex Festival on Bloor and meet the organizations that serve downtown Jewish life. Stop by the “Rabbi is in” booth, make gimp and bead keychains, and meet our Yiddish clown!
http://milesnadaljcc.ca/annex-festival-on-bloor/about-the-festival
**WEDNESDAY, JUNE 11, 2014**
*Vaughan Celebrates Concerts in the Park (Maple) (FREE) 7:30-9pm Vaughan City Hall, Courtyard
2141 Major Mackenzie Drive
The City of Vaughan will hold its annual Concerts in the Park series featuring FREE professional concerts. New for 2014, Concerts will be held on Wednesday evenings at 7:30 pm. A special kick off concert featuring the Toronto All-Star Big Band. Relive the spirit, style and sounds of the 30’s, 40’s and 50’s with this dynamic 22 piece band. Presented by TD and Event sponsors CN, Direct Energy Home Services and Tim Hortons. www.vaughan.ca/events
**THURSDAY, JUNE 12, 2014**
*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 -Face Painting 4pm -Career Fit Mom returns to the market with some fun and games with the kids.
5pm-7pm-The Circus Academy returns to perform and train with hula hoops and stilts
http://decadiaries.wordpress.com/2014/06/02/farmers-market-opening-on-thursday/
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