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Contents 4 5 8 11 17 20 23 24 2 Camps - ACADEMICS & learning Camps - Arts & LEISURE camps - sports & fitness Fun Family attractions maple Syrup Festivals special march break events Winter break activities Marketplace MARCH BREAK SALE INCLUDES HOTEL, WATERPARK PASSES, ATTRACTIONS & DINING CREDITS FROM $179 VOTED #1 AMUSEMENT & WATERPARK IN CANADA ON TRIPADVISOR Hours of water fun, rain or shine. The Fallsview Indoor Waterpark offers 16 slides - some up to 6 storeys high, a huge aqua play structure with a 1,000 gallon tipping bucket, hot tubs, outdoor activity pool and a full size wave pool. With four first class hotels to choose from you can STAY AND PLAY or COME FOR THE DAY! NIAGARA FALLS FALLSVIEW Call 888.234.8413 or Book Online www.FallsviewWaterpark.com Falls Avenue at Clifton Hill, Niagara Falls, Canada March Break Camps academics & learning S chool may be out for March Break but the city offers academic and enriched learning camps for little learners. During their break, kids can broaden their horizons by taking part in programs that cover everything from robotics to science, debate, math and more. ▼ Math+ Dept of Mathematics at UofT PAGE 4 Debate Camp Canada Cresent School 2365 Bayview Ave, Toronto, ON 416-902-8154 www.debatecamp.org Debate Camp Canada offers a March Break Debate & Public Speaking Program! This multilevel program suits grades 5 - 9. Teaching / workshop ratio 1:8. 2 - 3 rounds of debate daily. All resources are provided. Hot lunch included. 60 spaces available. German International School Toronto's March Break Camp 980 Dufferin St., Toronto, ON 416-922-6413 www.gistonline.ca Parents may register their children for individual days or for the entire week, from March 14 to 18. Your children will enjoy arts and crafts, music and dance, science, games, sports and two field trips all celebrating nature and spring. March Break Camp at JEI Learning Centre Davisville JEI Learning Center Davisville 1992 Yonge St. #103 Toronto, ON 647-349-3419 www.davisville.jeilearning.com Our 2016 March Break Camp is fully taught and monitored by our team of Ontario Certified Teachers. Camper to teacher ratio of 10:1. Extended care available. Call us for more information. For kids ages 4 to 10. Mad Science of Toronto Various Locations 416-630-5282 toronto.madscience.org Our main mission is to spark the imagination and curiosity of children by providing them with fun, interactive, and educational programs that instill a clear understanding about science and how it affects their world. Mad Science offers a full day March Break Camp in the Greater Toronto Area for kids 6 to 12 years. Rates & times vary at Community Centres. Please contact the appropriate Centre for details or to register. Most camps run from 9:00-4:00pm. 40 St George St., Toronto, ON 416-978-4948 www.mathplus.math.toronto.edu Join us this March Break for a week of hands-on activities and the chance to learn new and exciting concepts in mathematics! Aimed at students who want to gain a deeper understanding of math and who want to enrich their skills, this program offers new and exciting ways to experience the many areas of math! Math Kangaroo Camps (Grades 3 - 8) and Math Academy (Grades 9 - 12). for Summer Camp! Ontario Science Centre Holiday CAmps University of Toronto Schools - March Break Camp 770 Don Mills Road Toronto, ON M3C 1T3 416-696-1000 www.ontariosciencecentre.ca Fun doesn't get any bigger than a week of hands-on, interactive discovery at the Ontario Science Centre! Superhero Science March 14-18. Grab your cape and unmask some spectacular superhero science. Bend light, battle magnetic forces, defy gravity and go wild for incredible animal powers. Is your super-identity up for the challenge? March Break Camps are SOLD OUT - Sign up Math+ - Department of Mathematics at U of T March Break Programs 4 Pueblo Science March Break Camp 60 St. George Street Suite 331 Toronto, ON M5S 1A7 647-831-3265 www.puebloscience.org Give your child the knowledge, confidence and inspiration to follow their passion for science and technology! The program is a full day camp for kids finishing grades 1-6. March 14 to 18. Limited spots. 371 Bloor Street West, Toronto, ON 416-946-5334 www.camps.utschools.ca UTS offers March Break camps for students currently in grades 4 to 8. Camps run from March 14 to 18. Be immersed in the world of music at UTS with our March Break Music Program for beginner and intermediate players (grades 4-8). Not a musician? Try our Speech & Debate program for junior students who are new to debate! march Break camps arts & leisure M arch break boredom can easily set in, but you can keep your kids busy and engaged over the hiatus with these creative and fun Arts & Leisure programs. You'll find classes in visual arts, ceramics, cooking, lego building and play & more. There will be lots of fun and even a little learning! ▲ Reptilia Camp PAGE 6/7 4Cats Port Credit 193B Lakeshore Road East Mississauga, ON L5G 1G2 905-274-2287 www.4cats.com/portcredit 4Cats Port Credit is a team of happy artists who love what we do and create good art! We believe whole, whole heartedly that art brings joy, a love of learning and makes the world a better place. We're offering new spring break camps... Garden Fairy Camp, On the Plain, Abstract Camp and Spring Break Friday workshops. Visit our website for details! Adventure Valley March Break Program 7015 Leslie Street, Thornhill, ON 905-731-2267 www.adventurevalleydaycamp.com We operate March Break camp as a Choose Your Own Adventure (CYOA) program for campers who have completed Grade 1 through 6. CYOA allows campers to devise their own camp schedule based on the activities they love best! It is the ultimate camp experience! Campers choose one activity per period below and develop in this activity/sport for the entire week. Activities include Arts, Crafts, Cooking, Ceramics, Dance, Lego, Robotics, Sports & much more! 905-564-2511 www.alphasdiscoveryclub.com Alpha’s Discovery Club is an Indoor Playground and Party Centre in Mississauga, serving Brampton, Oakville, Milton, Georgetown and Etobicoke. Alpha’s Discovery Club is the place to be during the March Break. A balance of fun and interactive learning is the focus of our Camp. Our camp program combines social, educational and physical activities that encourage children to develop to their own potential in a fun and safe environment. The camp activities will include weekly themes, academic curriculum in language arts and mathematics and daily workshops in Drama, Sports, Science, Arts/Crafts and co-operative games. Programs will be offered from March 14 to 18. Allegro Academy of Music and Art 2900 Steeles Ave East, #217 Thornhill, ON L3T4X1 905-881-2226 allegroacademyofmusicandart.com Develop Your Musical Talent Over The Spring! We offer half-day or full day camps. March Break Music Camp offers children the opportunity to develop their abilities while interacting with their peers and getting out of the house. Music Camp provides an excellent way for your child to extend his or her musical growth through the break. Contact us for details. Art N Smart Winter Art Camp Alpha's Discovery Club 35 West Pearce St., Unit 6 Richmond Hill, ON L4B 3A9 905-597-0898 170 Ambassador Drive, Unit 9-10, Mississauga, ON, L5T 2H9 5 www.artnsmart.ca Art N' Smart is offering an Art in Motion program in this March Break! Does your child love art AND dance? In our March Break Camp, you can have both! This unique Kids and Teen program features half a day of art in the morning (drawing, painting and sculpture) and half a day of dance in the afternoon (dance, drama, and yoga) at our spacious, stateof-the-art classroom and open gym area. All activities are taught by teachers with extensive training in their field and who are experienced working with children. Each camper's family is invited to join us for a party on Friday afternoon to celebrate the completion of the wonderful camp! March Break at Art Works Art School 238 Jane Street Toronto, ON 416-766-0662 www.artworksartschool.com March Break 2016 at Art Works ▼ Avenue Road Arts School www.ceramicscanada.com Our March Break Camp is jam packed with loads of creative fun for school aged children. We're always pulling out all our best for participants. Projects will include Painting, Clay Handbuilding, Pottery Wheel*, Glass Fusing and when time permits we will explore other art and craft projects. Ceramics Canada offers half day and full day camp programs for school aged children loaded with creativity and choices! March 14 to 18. PAGE 6 Explore Center march break Art & Play Camp 385 Enford Rd, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 3G2 905-237-5574 www.explorecenter.ca Explore Center is an indoor playground and birthday center located in the heart of Richmond Hill. Explore, play, and party in our 3000 Sq. ft. facility, which is fun for the whole family! March Break Camp Activities include supervised playing at the playground, dance, arts and crafts, story-telling, friends and much more FUN! For 4-8 years old. Before and after care is available. Siblings also get a discount. For our website for details. Art School offers an array of new and exciting programs for children ages 3 to 12 years old. Using a wide variety of materials and techniques, students will explore drawing, painting, printmaking and sculpture. All camps round out with an art exhibit. Half and full day programs are available for all ages. Art Works Art School is pleased to offer two additional weeks of creative programming to accommodate families interested in making more art this March Break. The program is an Atelier Camp for children 4 to 8 years. Avenue Road Arts School 460 Avenue Road Toronto, ON M4V 2J1 416-961-1502 www.avenueroadartsschool.com Avenue Road Arts School offers week-long March Break programs for kids JK through to Grade 9. Children JK-Grade 4 can participate in theme-based integrated arts camps. While kids Grade 4-9 can explore more specific classes including Drawing Glama Gal March Break Camp 2016 & Painting, Comic Book Studies, Drama & Musical Theatre. Multiple Locations in the GTA www.glamagalparty.com Who’s ready to travel the world this March Break? Each day we imaginatively visit a different Bamboo Bay 1515A Bayview Avenue, Suite 200W, Toronto, ON, M4G 3B5 416-901-1255 www.bamboobay.ca Bamboo Bay is a small and friendly school for creative expression. Enroll your child in our March Break camps where they will have the opportunity to create crafts and/or paintings. The art and crafts are made on professionalgrade materials. Art instructors will teach professional painting techniques. Instructors from Brick Door Education teach the LEGO portion where students learn LEGO building techniques to create structures. Finish up the day with music games and instruments. Full Day/Half Day and extended care available. ▼ Glama Gal Camp PAGE 6 Ceramics Canada 385 Bloor St West, Unit 4B Oshawa, ON L1J 5Y5 905-728-6939 6 country where we learn, explore, taste, craft and spa with various activities. Grab your Glama Gal passport and get ready to start this adventure. Each day of Camp Includes: Spa Service, Craft, Physical Activity, Snack Creations, and Glamspiration Booster Session based on the theme of the day. Great Big Theatre Company Serving the Greater Toronto Area 866-864-4282 www.gbtc.com Great Big Theatre Company has offered drama education programs for young people since 1994. Our March Break camp programs offer a variety of new content and an end-of-week performance to stimulate and challenge campers of all age levels. Extended hours are available at an additional cost. 12 locations in the GTA. GTA Photography Camps 24 Spadina Road Toronto, ON M5R 2S7 416-546-9089 www.gtaphotographyclasses.com GTA Photography Classes is a premier photography school in downtown Toronto: offering year round camp programing, including march break camps and summer camps. Fom March 14-18, we have the following programs: Youth Camp (9 - 12) : Up and Coming Artists with Before & After Care available; Teen Camp 1 (13 - 17) : Introduction to Photography and Teen Camp 2 (13 - 17) : Advanced Photography / Creative Techniques. Kidnetix Multiple Locations, ON Yorkdale: 416-904-2556 Brampton: 905-459-7529 www.kidnetix.ca Welcome to Kidnetix! GTA’s premier indoor play centre. Our March Breal Camp runs from March 14 to 18 - 8:30am to 4:30pm. Activities include a trip to the Ontario Science Centre, Lego Robotics Workshop, Video Game Truck, Tye-Die T-shirts, Cooperative Games, Indoor Playground Fun and much more! Kushnir Studios 81 Brisbane Road, Unit 6, North York, ON M3J 2K3 416-271-1749 www.kushnirstudios.com Kushnir Studios is a warm, inviting space where students can experience high quality visual art instruction in a relaxed, nurturing environment. Camps provide a perfect place for kids and teens to exercise their creativity and explore their uniqueness. Sessions run March 14 to 18. Mess for Fun Indoor Playland & Ceramic Studio 73 Alness Street Unit # 3, North York, ON M3J 2H2 416-736-7101 www.messforfun.com Mess for Fun is Toronto’s PREMIER indoor kids playground and birthday party centre with one of a kind ceramic and art studio. A safe, spacious, peanut free environment with a designated play area and ceramic studio to host events and parties. Join us for March Break Camp from March 14 to 18. 416-504-7910 www.tsa-art.com Special one-week March Break Intensive: Monday to Friday, 9 am - 4 pm, March 14 - 18, 2016. This course will introduce students (ages 14-17) to the fundamentals of life drawing, including: proportion, composition, shape, gesture, line, and value. This course is designed to expose the student to several different methods and approaches to contemporary life drawing and it’s application. Reptilia Zoo March break Camp 2501 Rutherford Road Vaughan, ON L4K 2N6 905-761-6223 www.reptilia.org Reptilia is a state of the art 25,000 square foot CAZA accredited facility complete with large exhibits showcasing hundreds of different reptiles and amphibians. Plan ahead for your child’s March Break! Reptilia has a great camp this year for your camper, ages 4-12. Reptilia offers a safe, exciting and unforgettable experience, where your camper can participate in science related activities and enjoy all kinds of winter fun at the same time. Toronto Singing Academy 2150 Steeles Ave. West, Unit #19 Vaughan, ON L4K 2Y7 416-833-3504 www.torontosingingacademy.com Have you always dreamed of singing better? Do you want to learn to perfect a song for your choir or for an audition? Are you interested in boosting your child self-esteem & confidence? For as low as $79, you can be the singer you always dreamed about! Toronto Singing Academy is thrilled to introduce this incredible new March Break offer. This program is for all ages (4 years & up) and is packed with POWERFUL techniques in breath control, endurance, power, vocal range, flexibility and Pitch. Book your lesson between February 28 – March 20, 2016 and receive a FREE complete voice training package ($299 value). Richmond Hill Art School 10271 Yonge St. Unit 205 Richmond Hill, ON L4C 3B5 416-845-6913 www.richmondhillartschool.com We offer a creative adventure to nurture children’s mind and soul during March Break. Taught by professional artists, Art Camp gives your child the freedom to express themselves, be creative, develop new ideas, and take risks. Camp is designed for grades SK-6 and suitable for both art students and those not registered in an art program. What a great way to get introduced to the arts or continue building skills and stay creative in a fun studio environment. We offer plenty of organic snacks throughout the day and parents only provide their favourite choice of lunch. The Town of Richmond Hill Various Locations in Richmond Hill 905-771-8870 www.RichmondHill.ca/RecGuide Check out Richmond Hill’s fantastic March Break programs! There Toronto School of Art 980 Dufferin Street, 2nd Floor Toronto, ON 7 really are things for all ages, abilities and interests to enjoy from sports to arts and outdoor recreation or learning a new skill. Richmond Hill programs are designed to deliver an enjoyable recreation experience. Programs run from March 14 to 18. We offer many different camp programs: Arts & Crafts, Archeology Adventures,, Drama, Mad Science, Sports and much more. Visit our website for a complete schedule. Second City Training Centre 70 Peter Street, Lower Level Toronto, ON M5V 2G5 416-340-7270 www.secondcity.com/tc Second City Comedy March Break Camps are a place to exercise your creative energies in our improvisation and comedy writing camps! Campers play fun improv games to help access creativity, boost self-confidence and develop spontaneity and playfulness. Visit our website to see our line-up of camps for kids and teens. March Break Drama Camp at YPT Various Locations 416-363-5131 x242 www.youngpeoplestheatre.ca Sudents spend a week creating their own world in a theatrical piece and have a lot of fun on the journey! March Break Camp is held at 2 locations. Our downtown Camp will be held at YPT (165 Front St East). North York Camp will be held at Cardinal Carter Academy for the Arts (36 Greenfield Ave). Downtown students will attend a matinee performance of Goodnight Moon as part of their camp experience. March Break sports camps ► Earthbound Kids Camp F or kids who want to stay active during the break, sign them up for March Break camps that focus on sports activities and fitness. With awesome youth fitness classes and camps available for almost any sport you can imagine, you'll have no problem getting your kids off the couch. PAGE 8 Adventure Valley March Break Program 7015 Leslie Street, Thornhill, ON 905-731-2267 www.adventurevalleydaycamp.com We operate March Break camp as a Choose Your Own Adventure (CYOA) program for campers who have completed Grade 1 through 6. CYOA allows campers to devise their own camp schedule based on the activities they love best! It is the ultimate camp experience! Campers choose one activity per period below and develop in this activity/sport for the entire week. Activities include Arts, Crafts, Cooking, Ceramics, Dance, Lego, Robotics, Sports & much more! Alpha's Discovery Club 170 Ambassador Drive, Unit 9-10, Mississauga, ON, L5T 2H9 905-564-2511 www.alphasdiscoveryclub.com Alpha’s Discovery Club is an Indoor Playground and Party Centre in Mississauga, serving Brampton, Oakville, Milton, Georgetown and Etobicoke. We are conveniently located off Hurontario St. near Hwy 401 and Hwy 410, close to the border of Brampton and Mississauga. Alpha’s Discovery Club is the place to be during the holidays. A balance of fun and interactive learning is the focus of our March Break Camp. Our camp program combines social, educational and physical activities that encourage children to develop to their own potential in a fun and safe environment. The camp activities will include weekly themes, academic curriculum in language arts and mathematics and daily workshops in Drama, Sports, Science, Arts/Crafts and cooperative games. Programs will be offered from March 14 to 18. Creditview Stables is one of the oldest established Riding Schools in Ontario. For over 44 years Creditview Stables has been offering quality instruction in Equitation and Horsemanship skills. Centrally located to Toronto, Mississauga, Brampton, we offer a touch of the Country located in the heart of the City! Our popular Day Camp Programs offer small riding groups and horsemanship activities tailored to each rider's previous experience with horses. The March Break Camp sessions are for youths ages 8yrs to 15yrs. With our indoor arena, bright, open stable area, classrooms and viewing rooms, the whole camp program can take place Rain or Shine! Dagmar Ski Resort March Break Camp 1220 Lake Ridge Road, Ashburn 905-649-2002 www.skidagmar.com Dagmar Ski Resort has it all! Alpine skiing, snowboarding, and cross country. Come and check out our Creditview Stables 7734 Creditview Road, Brampton, ON, L6Y 0G5 905-451-8654 www.creditviewstables.ca 8 18runs, a varied terrain for all ages and all abilities. Finish the season with sun and fun! 4 Day Camp March 14 to 17. Sign your kids up for March Beak Camp! Saddle Club March Break Camp at Earthbound Stables Earthbound Kids 155 Uxbridge-Pickering Townline Pickering, ON www.earthboundkids.ca All riding levels are welcome – Beginner to Advanced! Ages 6-12. Camp includes a 45 minute riding lesson with an experienced Earthbound instructor. Learn all about how to groom a horse and how to clean tack. Help us make horse treats by learning what horses eat and why. Create a horsey souvenir to take home. Mar 14, 2016 to Mar 18, 2016. Each day will be different so that those who attend multiple days have something new and exciting to look forward to! ► Lytton Sports Camps PAGE 9 Gymalaya 2 Locations in the GTA Vaughan: 905-760-5655 Newmarket: 905-868-8200 www.gymalaya.com Gymalaya offers recreational gymnastics classes with stateof-the-art equipment designed specifically for young children. Gymalaya offers a March Break Camp from March 14 to 18. Camp is designed for children ages 4-10 and runs from 9:00-3:00. Activities include supervised gymnastics, games, dance, arts and crafts, story-telling, friends and much more FUN! Daily theme oriented activities and games! You may choose to register your child for any number of days. The more you register the more you save! Extended care available. Kidz360 Active Learning Centre 3431 Dundas St. West, Suite 200, Toronto, ON, M6S 2S4 647-351-9360 www.kidz360.ca We created a kids camp that is inviting, imaginative and educational, and available to families that already have jampacked schedules. Our camp programs are offered during March Break: March 14 to 18. Combining all the best parts of our various Kidz Programs including Kidz in Motion and Teambuilding 4 Kidz, “Kidz360 Kamp” is the ultimate experience in fun and learning. March Break Tumblers Irons, Woods, Bunkers, Chipping & Putting, Snack Provided Daily. March 14 to 18. Throughout the week, the juniors will learn pitching, chipping, putting, hitting, sand play and team building techniques. Our focus is to build the self-esteem of our junior player through fun and exciting events. Camp at Kidnasium 745 Mt. Pleasant Road Toronto , ON 416-480-2608 www.kidnasium.ca Enjoy a fun filled half day camp with gymnastics instruction on the different apparatus, gymnasticsrelated games, crafts and a 15-minute snack break (you provide the snack). Register today as space is limited! Ages 3-8yrs, March 14-17t, 2016 (4 days), 1-4pm. Matolops Basketball March Break Camps Various Locations 905-906-0237 www.matolopsbasketball.com Keep kids' feet and minds busy with one of Matolops Basketball March Break Camps Lytton Sports Crescent Location (Bayview and Lawrence) 416-312-5300 www.lyttonparktennis.com Lytton Sports Camps is an exciting, great way for kids to learn sports like tennis, soccer and basketball and have fun at the same time. During the March Break we offer a Sports Camps. This Tennisfocused and multi-sport day camp is for Kids ages 4-16. Monday to Friday 9 a.m. – 4 p.m., March 14th – 18th. Features Tennis, Basketball, Soccer, Dodgeball, Arts & Crafts and more! ▼ Dagmar Ski Resort Camp Markham Golf Dome 150 Burncrest Road Markham, ON L3R 0B7 905-475-3663 www.markhamgolfdome.com Sign up at Markham Golf Dome for 2016 March Break Camp! For only $199.99 + taxes, our Program includes: Golf Lessons provided by Certified Golf Professionals, Basic Fundamentals of the Golf Swing - 9 offered. In addition to teaching dribbling, defense, offence and basket shooting skills, Matolops Basketball uses faith-based principals to build character while boosting social skills and encouraging new friendships. Camps are lead by an enthusiastic team of coaches who focus on fun and skill development. Players of any skill level are welcome; kids will be grouped together based on their basketball chops to ensure each player get dedicated teaching time with peers playing at their skill level. March14 to 24. PAGE 9 Toronto Athletic Camps ▼ Toronto Athletic Camps (TAC) 2365 Bayview Ave Crescent School Toronto, ON M2L 1A2 416-473-3592 www.tacsports.ca Toronto Athletic Camps - TAC offers unique tennis, soccer and basketball training for children ages 4-16 designed for maximum growth, challenge and fun. Students develop sport skills, leadership, confidence, and goal setting skills in a fun and positive environment. All skill levels welcome. Co-ed. Register for our March Break camps held a many locations in Toronto. PAGE 10 Ultra Sport Centre MultiSport March Break Camp Master Kang's Black Belt Martial Arts 2501 Eglinton Ave. East Scarborough , ON M1K 2R1 416-269-7778 www.kbbma.com Looking for Scarborough Martial Arts training in a friendly, safe, and competitive environment? Master Kang`s Black Belt Martial Arts provides advanced and modern Taekwondo training and teaching methods coupled with a focus on traditional martial arts values. Our classes, led by one of our World Taekwondo Federation Masters and assisted by highly qualified black belts, focus on technique and allow students to see immediate success. Join us for March Break Camp! from March 14 to 18. The first 25 children to register receive a Free T-shirt! The Town of Richmond Hill Various Locations in Richmond Hill 905-771-8870 www.RichmondHill.ca/RecGuide Check out Richmond Hill’s fantastic March Break programs! There really are things for all ages, abilities and interests to enjoy from sports to arts and outdoor recreation or learning a new skill. Richmond Hill’s instructors are High Five® certified. Richmond Hill programs are designed to deliver an enjoyable recreation experience. Sign up now for March Break Camp programs from March 14 to 18. We offer many different camp programs which include: Arts & Crafts, Archeology Adventures,, Drama, Mad Science, Sports and much more. Visit our website for a complete schedule of programs. chance to explore all things furry, fuzzy, slithery, slimy and feathered hands-on with visits from the Pawsitively Pets animal team. ▼ Sportplay Camps PAGE 10 Sportplay Multi-sport March break Camp Locations in Toronto, Waterloo 416-465-7439 www.sportplay.ca These engaging day camps gives children a variety of activities to keep them active and learning through the week. See our Locations page for facility details. Kids will participate in 2 periods of non-competitive multi-sport classes and 2 periods of a rotation of, LEGO® Play, Craft Play, Circle Play and Music Play per half day. Kids will learn 8 different sports and develop gross motor and athletic skills during their week at camp. Campers will have the 10 Ultra Sports Center 1510 Birchmount Road, Scarborough 1-877-469-2452 www.ultrasports.ca Our Multi-Sports Camp allows children to play a variety of sports and have fun in a non-competitive environment! This will be a great opportunity for children to learn and play new sports while staying active during the March Break. For Boys and Girls aged 11 – 13. March 14-18th. Space is limited so book quickly! fun family attractions B e a tourist in your own city and drop in for some interactive family fun at these city attractions or indoor Amusement Centres during March Break. Many are hosting special activities and events! ► Battle Sports PAGE 12 Aerosports Trampoline Parks Oakville 2679 Bristol Circle Oakville, ON L6H 6G6 905-829-2989 www.aerosportsparks.ca/oakville Our Oakville jump centre is 27,000 square ft. of wall-to-wall trampoline fun. Aerosports is an all season option for energetic kids, thrillseekers and those looking for an awesome way to get in shape. We have it all – great programs, awesome viewing areas, 20 - 60” TVs and a 200” screen, a full facility sound system, a snack shack with both mainstream and healthy options, multiple party rooms and free WIFI. Kids under 4 ft. tall have 2,000 square feet of their own designated trampoline area, including a large foam pit and play area. Present the COUPON in this Guide and get a 2nd hour for FREE! AGO March Break Drop-In Family Fun Art Gallery of Ontario 317 Dundas St. West Toronto, ON 416-979-6648 www.ago.net Join us for nine fun-filled, creative days! Inspired by the worldwide “maker” movement, we open the studio to explore our most creative selves and make art! We're also offering family tours and yoga and other fun activities all through the AGO’s spaces and places. For each of the 9 days of March Break Drop-In, we've partnered with Zero Gravity Circus for extra special zany fun. Don't forget to pick up a Kids' Activity Bag when you arrive! ceramics or try your hand at glass fusing, both are so much fun and easy to do! No appointment, talent or experience is required. Archery Circuit 3791 Victoria Park Avenue, Suite 8 Toronto M1W 3K6 416-662-8828 www.archerycircuit.com Archery Circuit is a Toronto based company and part of the Archery Tag® phenomenon. Archery Tag® is a new game that combines archery with special foam tipped arrows. Painless and mess free, Archery Tag is intense enough for thrill seekers and safe enough for kids, making this game fun for everyone! Drop in during March Break! All Fired Up Paintable Ceramics 8 & 10 Brentwood Rd. North Toronto, ON M8X 2B5 416-233-5512 www.afu-ceramics.com YOUR creative studio for ceramics and glass. Looking for some creative fun? Come on in and create with us! Paint some Area 51 Laser Tag & Planet Play 2501 Rutherford Road, Vaughan, ON L4K 2N6 905-303-8393 www.planet-play.ca 11 From March 11 to 20, Area51 LaserTag – Planet Play will be selling our Epic VIP pass for 20 bucks + tax! What a steal! Included are unlimited LaserTag missions and all day access into Orion’s Playground. Which means you can venture through Area 51 LaserTag arena as many times as you want, and play as long as you want on our multi-level indoor playground! This pass even allows to in and our privileges for the whole day! Bata Shoe Museum 327 Bloor Street West Toronto, ON M5S 1W7 416-979-7799 www.batashoemuseum.ca Discover the treasures of North America's charming and surprising shoe museum. Hundreds of shoes (from a collection numbering over 10,000) are on exhibit in architect Raymond Moriyama's awardwinning four-storey structure. If you're looking for something unique and different to do with your family, daycare or day camp group, we offer activities with a flavour all their own! During March Break, the BSM is throwing a beach party and you’re all invited! Shake off the winter blues and join us for some ‘fun in the sun’ activities. Battle Sports 26 Ashwarren Rd Toronto, ON M3J 1Z5 647-800-6977 www.battlesports.ca Battle Sports is a recreational entertainment facility that combines novel game mechanics with unique equipment to bring you the best niche sports experience in Toronto ... Battle Sports! We offer multiple services such as: Dart of War: Nerf Gun Battles; Archery Range; Archery Dodgeball. During March Break, take advantage of a discount code: "MARCH30" which gives you 30% off all bookings! Beach Blast 15 Leswyn Rd Toronto, ON M6A 1J8 416-785-6677 www.beachblast.ca Welcome to the all-in-one-stop shop for anything beach volleyball or sport on sand related. We have over 50,000 sq ft of indoor and outdoor sandbox courts.You’ll find 7 heated indoor sand volleyball courts… a more reliable venue than mother nature could ever offer! Black Creek Pioneer Village 1000 Murray Ross Parkway Toronto, ON M3J 2P3 416-736-1733 www.blackcreek.ca Black Creek Pioneer Village is Torontos premier outdoor living history museum. Visitors can explore 40 heritage homes, shops and buildings restored to re-create a 1860s Ontario village. Historic interpreters in period dress demonstrate how villagers lived, worked and played. Drop in for March Break Mystery Fun at Black Creek. Kids will enjoy investigating the latest mystery in the Village, exploring in and out of the buildings and solving the mystery of the stolen sheep! Kids are Free with adult admission. Blue Mountain Resort 108 Jozo Weider Blvd, Blue Mountains, ON L9Y 3Z2 877-445-0231 www.bluemountain.ca Blue Mountain, Ontario’s largest ▲ Fallsview Indoor Waterpark PAGE 13 mountain resort is nestled on the shores of Georgian Bay, located 90 minutes north of Toronto. Blue Mountain has become the fourseason destination of the North, visited by more than 1.5 million guests a year. Winter at the resort boasts 42 ski and snowboard trails. Visit our resort During March Break Casa Loma 1 Austin Terrace Toronto, ON M5R 1X8 416-923-1171 www.casaloma.org Visit Canada's Majestic Castle, Casa Loma and step back in time to a period of European elegance and splendour. The former home of Canadian financier Sir Henry Pellatt, Canada's foremost castle is complete with decorated suites, secret passages, an 800-foot tunnel, towers, stables, and beautiful 5-acre estate gardens. Brimacombe Ski Resort 4098 Regional Road 9 Orono, ON L0B 1M0 905-983-5983 www.brimacombe.ca One of Southern Ontario's largest ski and snowboard facilities with 22 trails, 8 lifts and 2 terrain parks, less than 45 min from Toronto! This March Break come discover why Brimacombe is Ontario's top family ski areas. From lift tickets and lessons, to rentals and retail, to food and family time, we've got you covered! Chicopee Tube Park 1600 River Road East, Kitchener, ON N2A 4K8 519-895-2322 www.chicopeetubepark.com Enjoy winter snow tubing this March Break at Chicopee Tube Park! Tubing is one winter attraction you don’t want to miss! Chicopee Tube Park boasts a magnificent 9,500 sq. ft. log chalet in addition to a raised 2,500 sq. ft. outdoor deck overlooking a multi-lane snow tube park and the picturesque Chicopee hills. BugFeast! at the Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory 2500 Kossuth Road, Cambridge, ON N3H 4R7 519-653-1234 www.cambridgebutterfly.com BugFeast 2016: Come Sample REAL Insects Food Truck Style! March Break: Friday March 12th Sunday March 20th, 2016. Join us during March Break and put your taste buds to the test! We'll tempt you with 3 bugtastic food samples. Samples are FREE with paid admission. Are you brave enough to eat a bug? The Clay Room 279 Danforth Ave, Toronto, ON M4K 2X4 416-466-8474 www.theclayroom.ca The Clay Room is an interactive ceramics store where customers of all ages use the ground-level space as their studio to paint-yourown ceramics. The Do-It-Yourself studio is not only a retail store but 12 also a unique creative learning centre! Walk-ins welcome! Drop by during March Break. CN TOWER 301 Front St. W., Toronto, ON M5V 2T6 416-868-6937 www.cntower.ca National icon, engineering wonder, Toronto must-see—CN Tower is an award-winning dining and entertainment destination. Spectacular views include world-famous Glass Floor, Sky Pod, and glass fronted elevators with glass floor panels. Three restaurants include award-winning 360 Restaurant. Plus 3D theatre, ride, shopping, and thrilling new EdgeWalk—world’s highest 'handsfree' walk, 356 m/1168 ft (116 stories) above ground. Meet you at the top this March Break. Dagmar Ski Resort 1220 Lake Ridge Road Uxbridge, ON L0B 1A0 905-649-2002 www.skidagmar.com Just minutes east of Toronto, North of Pickering and Ajax, Dagmar Resort is located in the beautiful Oak Ridge’s Moraine. As the Number 1 Family Resort, Dagmar provides a fun and friendly skiing experience for the family. We're offering March Break Camps for kids as well as a special March Break Pass for $99. 4 Terrain Parks, 18 Runs, 4 Chairlifts and 2 Magic Carpets. for March Break family packages! ► The Hub Climbing The Hub Climbing PAGE 13 165 McIntosh Drive Markham , ON L3R 0N6 905-604-4588 www.hubclimbing.com The Hub Climbing, Fitness and Yoga is Canada's largest bouldering gym. Serving up world class climbing in Toronto, Markham, Richmond Hill, Stouffville and more! With 18,000 square feet, Hub Climbing is the largest climbing gym in Ontario and the largest bouldering gym in Canada. Hub Climbing is also an accredited tourist facility. Drop-in during March break! Jiggles & Giggles Indoor Playground Fallsview Indoor Water Park 5685 Falls Avenue, Niagara Falls, ON L2E 6W7 905-374-4444 www.fallsviewwaterpark.com Fallsview is North America’s Largest Indoor Waterpark & Resort with 3 Acres of Indoor Family Fun! A two minute walk from Niagara Falls. Features 16 thrilling waterslides, massive indoor wave pool, hot springs, and outdoor sundeck with pool. Directly connected to Falls Avenue Resort featuring three hotels and more! Voted #1 Amusement Parks & Water Parks in Canada on TripAdvisor for 2 years in a row! Visit our website for March Break Specials! Fantasy Fair at Woodbine Shopping Centre 500 Rexdale Blvd., Etobicoke, ON M9W 6K5 416-674-5200 www.fantasyfair.ca Fantasy Fair is Ontario's Largest Indoor Amusement Park located inside Woodbine Centre with over 150 shops and services. Situated in a Victorian turn of the Century Village, the park features 12 full size rides and attractions. Check out new attractions: Rock'n'Climb, the Drop & Hop Tower and the XD Simulator. It's March Break Madness at Fantasy Fair from March 14 to 18, 11am to 7pm. Access your March Break Family Value Coupon online! FUNtastic Forest 14 Connie Crescent, Unit 12 Concord, ON L4K 2W8 905-738-6386 www.funtasticforest.ca FUNtastic Forest is a brand new indoor playground and birthday party facility. Our playground features multi-level jungle gyms, exciting tunnels and mazes, a toddler area for your little ones, and exciting slides to keep your kids happily entertained. Join us during March Break and receive 20% off day passes at FUNtastic Forest! Registration not required. Drop-in only. DAY PASS Children ages 1-3: $7.99 + HST (Reg. $9.99, includes 1 free drink) Children ages 4-13: $11.99 + HST (Reg. $14.99, includes 1 free drink) Infants and adults: FREE with paid admission (day pass). March 14 to 18. Hockley Valley Resort 793522 3rd Line EHS Mono, ON L9W 5X7 519-942-0754 www.hockley.com Hockley Valley Resort is a yearround resort destination located in the Hills of Headwaters, in the heart of some of Ontario’s most picturesque countryside. The Resort features familyfriendly guestrooms and suites, 3 restaurants, indoor and outdoor saltwater pools, hiking trails, snowshoeing, 15 ski and snowboard runs, an upper and lower freestyle terrain park and so much more. We are also home to an 8,000 sq. ft. full-service spa and an impressive championship 18hole golf course. Visit our website Hockey Hall of Fame ▼ Fantasy Fair Brookfield Place, 30 Yonge Street, Toronto, ON M5E 1X8 416-360-7735 HHOF.com Breakaway to the Hockey Hall of Fame this March Break! Try your hand at goaltending, shooting, play-by-play calling, and even hosting your own sports broadcast. Revel in the world’s greatest collection of hockey artifacts and get hands-on access to the coveted Stanley Cup. Be the first to experience our newest exhibit, The Changing Face of Hockey: Diversity in Our Game. Plus, daily giveaways for kids compliments of Esso and Lone Star Texas Grill. 13 PAGE 13 120 Carlauren Rd. Unit #1 Woodbridge, ON L4L 8E5 905-264-8222 www.jigglesandgiggles.ca Jiggles and Giggles is a safe and clean indoor playground and party centre. Our playground features Climbing Towers, a large Air Bouncer, 2 Slide Play System, a Toddler Area, Air Hockey, a Private Kitchen, Safety Rubber Flooring, and more! From our 20 foot climbing structure to the jungle themed bouncing castle, there are plenty of activities for your child to enjoy. Kidergy 389 Disette Street Unit 2,3,4 Bradford, ON L3Z 3G9 905-775-5437 www.kidergy.ca Kidergy has over 7400 square feet of FUN & EXCITEMENT to offer, a 3-level 2200 square foot play structure with slides, climbers and ► Kidergy Playground smelled fresh baked bread, played Capture the Flag, or learned how to make rope? At Pickering Museum Village, you will engage all five of your senses. Explore nineteen heritage buildings and gardens including a general store and steam barn; travel back in time with costumed guides; and experience family fun like never before. Drop by during March Break! PAGE 13/14 Play and Party Indoor Playground and Birthday Centre a few mazes. Four oversized party rooms and a café / lounge area where parents can relax, chat with a friend, use the free Wi-Fi and enjoy a great cup of coffee and a wide assortment of great healthy snacks. Drop in during March Break! Kids Zone Family Fun Centre 12 Stanley Court, Whitby, ON L1N 8P9 905-666-5437 www.kidszonedurham.ca Durham's Ultimate Play and Party Centre! We are more than just an indoor playground, we offer a fun healthy indoor recreation and active play centre. Our large play structure is designed for the abilities of kids age 2 to 12. Our specially designed Toddler Structure is for toddlers from 12 months to 35 months. Attactions also include: Teddy Bear Workshop, Laser Tag, and Arcade. King Giulian's Mini Stick and Gaming Centre 5601 Steeles Avenue West, Unit 4, Toronto, ON M9L 1S7 416-742-3000 www.kinggiulians.com If you're looking for a place when the weather is not good or on those hot days, call King Giulian’s to book an indoor play date. Bring a group of kids and have a BLAST! Play Mini Sticks with a real score clock, siren when you score and a goal light. Play your favourite video games on 50" LED TV's for the most entertaining Gaming Experience. For ages 4 to 13. toronto LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Toronto is an indoor, family experience with over 3 million bricks under one roof. There are rides, a 4D cinema, Master Model Builder workshops and more! See Toronto’s iconic attractions made out of LEGO in MINILAND®. Plan ahead for March Break! You MUST pre-purchase tickets to guarantee entry. Typically, Legoland sells out for walk-up tickets for most of the day. Tickets that do not have a timeslot pre-selected may be subject to a wait if Legoland is at capacity, for the safety of guests. These tickets include all vouchers, coupons and certificates from third party vendors. Kids Fun Town 2040 Danforth Ave Toronto, ON M4C 1J6 416-277-7689 www.kidsfuntown.ca Our attractions include an inflatable bouncy castle with attached slide, a climbing tower, a basketball game, ride-on toys, pool balls, piano, drum, market kitchen, play house, and other play structures best suited for children under 6 years old. We also offer a separate toddler area with play equipment perfect for little ones. Laser Quest Locations Across the GTA, ON 905-678-7272 www.laserquest.com Laser Quest provides the best laser tag birthday for kids and children of all ages. Superb family fun in Toronto! Our multi-level arenas have specialty lighting, swirling fog, and energetic music to add to the excitement for up to 32 or more players in each game. There are presently six locations in the GTA: Brampton, Mississauga, Richmond Hill, Toronto East, Oakville, and Whitby. Drop in during March Break! Get a Laser Quest Membership and save every time you play. Mini Mania Indoor Playground 61 Creditview Road Woodbridge, ON L4L 9N4 905-850-8980 www.minimaniaplayground.com Mini Mania Playground is family owned and operated. Under new management, we are working hard to keep our facility a clean and safe place for our guests. With new bouncing castles, toys and packages, Mini Mania is the best place to celebrate your special occasions. LEGOLand Discovery Centre Toronto Pickering Museum Village 2365 Concession Road 6 Greenwood, ON L0H 1H0 905-683-8401 www.pickering.ca/museum Think History is boring? Think again! When was the last time you 1 Bass Pro Mills Drive Vaughan, ON L4K 5W4 855-356-2150 www.legolanddiscoverycentre.ca/ 14 163 King Rd. Richmond Hill, ON L4E 2W1 289-234-7529 www.playandparty.ca Play and Party Indoor Playground and Birthday Centre is one of the largest indoor playgrounds in Richmond Hill. Your child will develop their physical potential, independence and allow them to release energy while having fun! There are soft climbing mats and obstacles for babies a jungle gym for toddlers, a play structure with a slide for older children and the ball pit to jump and hide in! Our clean, safe and secure play equipment is best suited for children 1-10 years of age. Parents can sit and relax while their children use their imagination to explore and create and have fun. A wonderful experience for the whole family during March Break! The Play Cube 8000 Hwy 27, Unit# 8 Woodbridge, ON L4H 0A8 905-851-0110 www.theplaycube.ca The Play Cube is a very clean indoor playground, with slides a trampoline and tube crawl mazes, as well as s soft play zone for toddlers. Parents can relax in our coffee lounge with free WiFi. There is something for everyone at The Play Cube. PVP Sports 100 Granton Dr., Unit 3 Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1H7 647-531-4845 www.pvpsports.ca Come in during March Break to go head to head against friends, family and other players in the most extreme sports. Whether you want to knock other players around in a bubble, or establish your dominance in our archery arena, The Wave Pool Lois Hancey Aquatic Centre, 5 Hopkins Street, Richmond Hill, ON L4C 0C1 905-508-9283 www.richmondhill.ca/wavepool At the Wave Pool, swimmers can play in the waves, lounge on water mats, soak in the warm water of the swirl pool, ride the thrilling 160-foot twisting water slide, or simply relax in the on-deck sauna! Richmond Hill’s Wave Pool provides fun for your whole family! A year round sun and surf destination. It's an attraction not to be missed! Toronto Zoo ▲ Hockey Hall of Fame PVP Sports has everything in one location in a 22,000 square feet facility. Join us during March Break for nonstop fun playing Bubble Soccer, Ultimate Archery and Nerf Wars! Reptilia Zoo 2501 Rutherford Road, Vaughan, ON L4K 2N6 905-761-6223 www.reptilia.org Reptilia is a State of the Art 25,000 square foot facility complete with large exhibits showcasing hundreds of different reptiles and amphibians. Each day there are a variety of opportunities to interact with our animals during our shows and animal feedings! Reptilia's zoo is the first of its kind and it adds another destination to Vaughan's already growing list of attractions. Ontario Science Centre 770 Don Mills Road, Toronto, ON M3C 1T3 416-696-1000 www.ontariosciencecentre.ca The Science Centre is home to fascinating interactive experiences. Over 500 engaging exhibits, live demonstrations, and IMAX® films. It features Toronto’s only public planetarium. The Weston Family Innovation Centre is packed with hands-on experiences. Bring your little ones to KidSpark, a unique discovery playground and learning space for children. Playdium 99 Rathburn Road West, Mississauga, ON L5B 4C1 905-273-9000 www.playdium.com Playdium is the ultimate interactive, virtual and physical Family Entertainment Centre. The 40,000 sq. ft. indoor complex features more than 200 high-tech attractions, rides, and simulators. March Break Special: $31 (+tx) = 225 Credits. That's an extra $6.25 in FREE credits! Valid March 12 to 20, 2016. PAGE 13 expertise. We offer tons of familyfriendly experiences for kids of all ages. Join us for special March Break activities. Scenic Caves Nature Adventures NORDIC CENTRE 260 Scenic Caves Rd. Collingwood, ON L9Y 0P2 705-446-0256 www.sceniccaves.com Spend March Break at Scenic Caves! Nordic activities at Scenic Caves include groomed crosscountry skiing, snowshoeing and traversing 420 feet over Southern Ontario’s longest suspension bridge. Inspired by nature, the trails wind through a 200 year old forest rich with wildlife. Each year, trails are improved and expanded to provide the finest winter recreational experiences. Ripley's Aquarium of Canada 288 Bremner Boulevard, Toronto, ON M5V 3L9 647-351-3474 www.ripleyaquariums.com Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada is the newest attraction in the heart of downtown Toronto, next to the CN Tower. The 135,000 sq. ft. thrilling interactive attraction is an immersive adventure showcases more than 16,000 marine animals and over 450 species. Ripley's Aquarium offers a Stingray Experience where you can get up close and personal with Stingrays! ▼ PVP Sports ROYAL ONTARIO MUSEUM (ROM) 100 Queen's Park Toronto, ON M5S 2C6 416-586-8000 www.rom.on.ca Discover the natural and cultural world at the Royal Ontario Museum. The ROM is one of Canada’s largest museums with eight Centres of Discovery to connect you to vibrant communities, and access our extensive collections and curatorial 15 PAGE 14/15 361A Old Finch Avenue, Toronto, ON M1B 5K7 416-392-5929 www.torontozoo.com The Toronto Zoo is Canada's premier zoo known for its interactive education and conservation activities. There are over 6,000 animals representing over 500 species set on 710 acres, It's the only Zoo in Canada where you can see Giant Pandas! World Bowl 9 East Wilmot Street, Richmond Hill, ON L4B 1A3 905-881-5927 www.worldbowl.ca World Bowl is a state of the art entertainment bowling centre. We have 40 fully automated 10-pin bowling lanes with computerized scoring all ready for you to enjoy. Hungry or thirsty? Don't worry! We also have a fully licensed snack bar and lounge all ready to provide you with fresh and delicious food. Bowling is fun for everyone! MAR. 17 – 20 H ROGERS CENTRE 348536 Buy Tickets: ticketmaster.ca • 855-985-5000 • Venue Box Office #DisneyOnIce DisneyOnIce.ca MAPLE SYRUp festivals I t's Maple sugaring season! Festivals allow you to see how sap is collected, cooked and stored. We're fortunate that the Greater Toronto Area offers many farms and nature centers where families can watch maple sugaring demos, indulge in pancake breakfasts, enjoy seasonal festivities and more! 17 MAPLE SYRUP FESTIVALS 2016 Sugar Bush Tours and Pancakes at Richardson's Farm & Market Feb 15, 2016 to Apr 3, 2016 Come on out to the farm with family and friends to watch the sap be boiled and enjoy some piping hot pancakes, sausage, and pure maple syrup! Take a wagon ride to the sugar bush for a guided tour of how we collect sap, using both buckets and modern pipeline. Be sure to browse around the market before you leave and take some maple syrup or tempting treats home with you! More info Mapletown at Mountsberg Feb 27, 2016 to Apr 3, 2016 Mountsberg’s sugar bush has been producing maple magic for more than 150 years. See how sap is magically transformed into sweet, sticky syrup and smell the fragrant steam rising from simmering kettles. Learn the secrets of maple candy making and taste free candy samples. Enjoy piping hot pancakes smothered in fresh maple syrup outdoors under our pavilion nestled in the woods. More info Sugar Bush Trek at White Meadows Farms of the sugar bush. More info Maple Syrup Festival! Come on down and enjoy some tasty treats including maple taffy on a stick, sugar candies, pancakes and of course ... maple syrup! Open weekends in March and daily during March Break. More Info Maple Syrup Festival at Bruce Mill Mar 5, 2016 to Apr 3, 2016 It’s a sure sign of spring! Come out and tap into spring! Enjoy demonstrations, wagon rides, activities.... and of course pancakes and real maple syrup! Special family-fun activities on weekends and March Break! More Info Maple Sugar Festival and Pancake House at Brooks Farms Mar 5, 2016 to Apr 3, 2016 Visit Brooks Farms this March and April for our Maple Sugar Festival and Pancake House! Join us for train and wagon rides, sap and syrup tastings, barnyard playland, camp fire in sugar bush, and much more including a pancake house serving pancakes with real maple syrup, maple muffins and butter tarts, sausage, and hot drinks. Open daily during March Break. More Info Maple Syrup Festival at Kortright Mar 5, 2016 to Apr 3, 2016 Enjoy the great outdoors at Kortright, as you walk along a marked path detailing the making of maple syrup. The Maple Syrup Festival includes demonstrations, wagon rides, activities, and of course pancakes with maple syrup. There are special March Break activities planned so visit their website to get full details. More Info Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival Mar 12, 2016 to Apr 3, 2016 With the approach of Spring, people will be sure of several things: birds will be singing and pancakes will be flipping at the 40th Annual Maple Syrup Festival at Purple Woods Conservation Area in Oshawa. See how maple syrup was made over 400 years ago through to the modern methods of today, take a horsedrawn wagon ride, and enjoy some hot pancakes. More Info Sugarbush Maple Syrup Festival at Terra Cotta Conservation Area Mar 5, 2016 to Apr 3, 2016 Come out and tap into Spring! This year’s festival includes a number of activities: tractor drawn wagon rides, kids activities, outdoor pioneer displays, sugar shack demonstrations, taffy tasting, pancake breakfast, and live entertainment! More info Maple Syrup Festival at Westfield Heritage Village Bronte Creek's Annual Maple Syrup Festival Mar 6, 2016 to Mar 27, 2016 There is nothing sweeter than the fresh taste of maple syrup at Mar 5, 2016 to Mar 27, 2016 March is Bronte Creek's annual Mar 5, 2016 to Apr 3, 2016 Relive the legend of Maple Syrup’s discovery. Test your hand at pioneer wood-cutting. Savour the sweet difference of 100% Pure Maple Syrup, warmed up, oozed over snow, and rolled on a stick -- called Taffy-on-Snow. Hop on our Sugar Shuttle tractor-pulled wagon and let our family take your family into the heart of our working sugarbush. In the forest, follow in our sugar-maker’s footsteps as your guide leads you through the reimagined Native and Pioneer Camps of Maple Syrup’s rich history, solves your maple mysteries, and sets you on your own exploration -- Taffy in hand -to experience the best adventures Westfield Heritage Village’s annual Maple Syrup Festival. Come and see both traditional and modern methods for making maple syrup and then try some delicious pancakes sold by the St. George Lion’s Club at the Ironwood Hall. The Maple Syrup Festival at Westfield is a great way to enjoy the outdoors and to learn about maple syrup and about Ontario’s history. Bring a friend or the whole family! Tours and demonstrations run throughout the day and there are free horse drawn wagon rides available. More Info Maple Syrup Festival at Horton Tree Farms Mar 12, 2016 to Apr 10, 2016 Enjoy the simple pleasure of being in the fragrant maple woods on a crisp March or fresh April day. Smell the sweet aroma billowing from the sugar shack as the maple sap is boiled down to syrup. Savour the taste of hot pancakes fresh off the griddle smothered with homemade maple syrup in the old log cabin. Experience maple syrup being made in the pioneer and modern ways is a Canadian tradition to be enjoyed year after year. More Info Museums of Mississauga Maple Magic Mar 14, 2016 to Mar 20, 2016 Mississauga’s favourite maple tradition returns to the Bradley Museum for March Break. Learn how to tap a tree and follow the sap lines to the Bradley House kitchen where maple treats await. Enjoy an afternoon of truly Canadiana themed fun! More Info ▲ Brooks Farms 18 PAGE 18 OAKVILLE 2679 Bristol Circle 905 829 2989 Special events march break ▲ Disney On Ice: 100 Years of Magic PAGE 12 AGO March Break Drop-In Family Fun Mar 12, 2016 to Mar 20, 2016 www.ago.net DIY DOODLING AND DABBLING! Join us for nine fun-filled, creative days! Who doesn’t love to make stuff? Inspired by the worldwide “maker” movement, we open the studio to explore our most creative selves and make art! With family tours and yoga and other fun activities all through the AGO’s spaces and places, there is something for the whole family. For each of the 9 days of March Break Drop-In , we partner with Zero Gravity Circus for extra special zany fun. Don't forget to pick up a Kids' Activity Bag when you arrive! March Break at the Bata Shoe Museum Mar 12, 2016 to Mar 20, 2016 www.batashoemuseum.ca The BSM is throwing a beach party and you’re all invited! Shake off the winter blues and join us for some ‘fun in the sun’ activities. Decorate your own visor and sandal box, add to our community puzzle and see it grow, dress up in groovy summer footwear and take a selfie in front of our beachscape, play games in our galleries and so much more! activities in every building you will use your expert detective skills to solve this crime. Enjoy Horse Drawn Wagon Ride around the Village. Kids are Free with adult admission. BugFeast! at the Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory Mar 12, 2016 - Mar 20, 2016 www.cambridgebutterfly.com BugFeast 2016: Come Sample REAL Insects Food Truck Style! March Break: Friday March 12th Sunday March 20th, 2016. Join us during March Break and put your taste buds to the test! We'll tempt you with 3 bugtastic food samples. Samples are FREE with paid admission. Are you brave enough to eat a bug? March Break Mystery Fun at Black Creek Mar 14, 2016 to Mar 20, 2016 www.BlackCreek.ca Sherlock Holmes and the Case of the Stolen Sheep! Black Creek will open its doors specifically for March Break! Kids will enjoy investigating the latest mystery in the Village, exploring in and out of the buildings and solving the mystery of the stolen sheep! With Princess Dance Party at Casa Loma Mar 17, 2016 20 Book now for this March Break event! This magical night includes horse and carriage rides around the castle, a face painting zone, craft stations and hobnobbing with your favourite Princesses and Superheroes. It's an evening aimed at the whole family. Enjoy a variety of entertainment, activities and Royal fare. This indulgent evening will end with the much buzzed about, Court Jester Dance Party where you can dance until you lose your glass slipper. More info Fancy Nancy The Musical Extended until May 1 www.lowerossingtontheatre.com Bonjour! Meet Fancy Nancy: from the top of her tiara down to her sparkly studded shoes, Nancy believes that more is ALWAYS better when it comes to being fancy! Based on best-selling Fancy Nancy children’s books. Find weekend performances during March Break. Disney on Ice presents 100 Years of magic December 18 to 27, 2015 www.ticketmaster.ca Get ready to experience the beauty, sparkle, and spirit when Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream returns to Rogers Centre this December! Join your favourite Disney Princesses when classic meets contemporary in a celebration of 75 years of Disney Princess stories. March Break at the Hockey Hall of Fame Mar 12, 2016 to Mar 20, 2016 www.HHOF.com Breakaway to the Hockey Hall of Fame this March Break! Try your hand at goaltending, shooting, play-by-play calling, and even hosting your own sports broadcast. Revel in the world’s greatest collection of hockey artifacts and get hands-on access to the coveted Stanley Cup. Be the first to experience our newest exhibit, The Changing Face of Hockey: Diversity in Our Game. Plus, daily giveaways for kids compliments of Esso and Lone Star Texas Grill. Access your March Break Family Value Coupon at HHOF.com March Break at Playdium Mar 12, 2016 to Mar 20, 2016 www.playdium.com Experience the ultimate interactive adventure at Playdium! Playdium is the ultimate interactive, virtual and physical Family Entertainment Centre. The 40,000 sq ft indoor complex features more than 200 high-tech attractions, rides and simulators. March Break Special - Valid March 12 to 20, 2016 - $31 (+tx) = 225 Credits. That's an extra $6.25 in FREE credits! Sugar Beach (Jarvis and Queens Quay) is being transformed into a Quebec-style cabane à sucre, complete with maple taffy on snow. Live musical performances by local French artists. Choir! Choir! Choir! will also lead a massive outdoor sing-along on March 12. Food trucks will serve up Quebecois favourites and hot drinks. Maple syrup cooking demonstrations and ice carving demonstrations are scheduled for both days. Free event. More info March Break at the ROM Mar 12, 2016 to Mar 20, 2016 Enter a magical realm where discovery reigns - right here in Toronto! Hundreds of years ago, people's view of their world was changing rapidly. Experience the spirit of adventure, exploration and imagination with dynamic hands-on fun for kids and families at the ROM's Enchanted March Break. More info Oh Baby - It's March Break at the Toronto Zoo Mar 12, 2016 to Mar 20, 2016 Join us this March Break and visit with some our newest, and most adorable, Zoo family members including our four playful male white lion cubs, female polar bear cub and Canada's first giant panda cubs. Take in one of our free Keeper Talks or visit one of our Volunteer Interpretive Stations and discover more about our important conservation programs and how you can become a species protector! More info March Break Special at Scenic Caves Nordic Centre www.sceniccaves.com $10 Day Trail Pass Special (all ages) from March 14-18/16 for cross-country skiing and snowshoeing. Take the whole family outdoors for memorable adventures: cross-country skiing, snowshoeing, Suspension Bridge, night XC-skiing (3 nights), guided night snowshoe hikes (3 nights, reservations required, $30/$40 with rentals), Winter Nature Scavenger Hunt, Children’s Adventure Play Park, Warm-up Cabin, roast spider dogs + s’mores at the fire pit and more. Mar 14, 2016 to Mar 18, 2016. March Break Matinees at The Second City Mar 14, 2016 to Mar 20, 2016 www.secondcity.com SUPERDUDE AND DOCTOR RUDE - In a world where kids make the rules, super-villains won’t know what hit them. Join the Supercrew on a wild musical adventure filled with jet packs, secret lairs, and selfies! Recommended for ages 4-12. Sugar Beach Sugar Shack Mar 12, 2016 to Mar 13, 2016 This March Break, Canada’s 21 March Break at TIFF Bell Lightbox Mar 12, 2016 to Mar 20, 2016 TIFF Kids Presents: Treasures from DreamWorks Animation. This March Break, TIFF Kids invites you to close the books and explore the many worlds of wonder from the wizards of DreamWorks Animation! See Dreamworks movies each day from March 12 to 20! More info Toronto's ComicCON Mar 18, 2016 to Mar 20, 2016 Toronto ComiCon presented by FAN EXPO is a pop culture convention for fans of comics, scifi, horror, anime, and gaming. The 3-day extravaganza is packed with exciting family-friendly activities and celebrities. Kids are Free with the purchase of an adult ticket. Limit of 2 free kids per adult. You must download a coupon from website. More info March Break Family Fun at Young Peoples Theatre Mar 12, 2016 to Mar 19, 2016 March Break Family Fun at YPT with the Musical Goodnight Moon – and more! Young People’s Theatre is gearing-up for a March Break chock-full of family fun including two performances daily of the musical Goodnight Moon and free activities for kids! More info MORE MARCH BREAK EVENTs There's a lot more happening during the Break! Visit our Calendar for a full list of all events: www.toronto4kids.com/MarchBreak 10 fun things to do on march break! March Break for kids is an awesome time for family fun! March break also means filling your schedule... We’ve rounded up 10 of our favourite seasonal activities! 1. Spend a couple of days in the city playing tourist. Check out the latest exhibits at the museum or Science Centre. Many attractions offer special March Break activities. 2. Get the family outdoors to enjoy a Winter Sport! If the weather is cooperating, try ice skating, tobogganing, hockey, snow tubing, snowshoeing, dog-sledding, downhill or crosscountry skiing. 3. Invite friends and family over for make-your-own-pizza night. 4. Get fit as a family. Go to your local recreation centre for some inexpensive (even free) activities. Your city website will post admission rates and activities during March Break. Find out which pools are open for free family swims, and which arenas have free family-skating days. 5. Go on a winter scavenger hunt! Young and old will love the thrill of discovery in the great outdoors. A winter scavenger hunt can include: animal tracks in the snow, pine cones, twigs, icicles, a tunnel made in the snow by animals, a frozen waterfall, cocoons, nests, or identifying various pine trees. 6. Organize a movie marathon with your family’s favourite movies. Don't forget to serve fun movie snacks! 7. Host a Family Game Night! Bring out the board games... It's a fun-filled way to spend quality time with your family while sparking a little friendly competition. 8. Spend some time at your local library, selecting favourite books, movies or music. It's all Free! Chances are your library may be also hosting special March Break programs and events. 9. Go geocaching. It's a fun recreational outdoor activity that gets families out into nature. This futuristic treasure hunt, is currently being played throughout the world by adventure seekers equipped with a GPS (Global Positioning System) device. 10. Raid the craft supplies in your home and get the kids working on Spring, Easter or Passover crafts. 23 25 WHEN SCHOOL’S OUT RH CAMPS ARE IN! Richmond Hill offers affordable march break and summer camps that are close to home. Full and Half-Day weekly camps are available for children ages 4 to 12 and youth ages 12 to 18. From arts and crafts to science and sports programs, there's something of interest for every age! Register today to secure your spot! 905-787-1441, ext. 223 RichmondHill.ca/RHCamps 26 O Y U R EYE T S A E F S THRILLS YOUR ED FE MEET YOU AT THE TOP THIS MARCH BREAK! 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Programs Offered Math Kangaroo Camps (Grades 3 - 8) Math Academy (Grades 9 - 12) Monday, March 14 - Friday, March 18 9:00am - 4:00pm* *Before/after camp care provided http://mathplus.math.toronto.edu/home/march [email protected] 28 Mad Science Camps are... •Newmarket •Aurora •Richmond Hill •Thornhill •Toronto •Mississauga WINTER HOLIDAYS, MARCH BREAK & SUMMER CAMPS 29 30 31 LIFE DRAWING FOR TEENS MARCH BREAK INTENSIVE INTRODUCES STUDENTS TO THE FUNDAMENTALS OF LIFE DRAWING WITH A HANDS-ON STUDIO EXPERIENCE TO BUILD SKILLS & DEVELOP A PERSONAL STYLE. Aspiring artists (ages 14-17) explore illustrative and animation-type drawing, realism, basic anatomy, abstraction and expressive drawing approaches to build several final pieces by the end of the week! To register, visit tsa-art.com, call, or drop by the office. Save $50 on each youth course with the promo code TO4KIDS50. 980 Dufferin Street, 2nd Floor Toronto, ON M6H 4B4 416.504.7910 | [email protected] 32 March Break Camp Trip to Science Centre Lego Robotics Workshop Video Game Truck Tye Die tshirts Cooperative Games Indoor playground fun March 14th - 18th 8:30am to 4:30pm Kidnetix is an indoor playground offering programs, birthday parties, mobile video game truck & inflatable rentals. $150/ week Brampton 190 Bovaird Drive Unit #50 Toronto 905.459.7529 100 Bridgeland Ave Unit #1 416.904.2556 www.kidnetix.ca Lego Robotics Workshop Early drop off and extended care available. Subsidized opportunities