Theatre for Kids!
Do your kids love the limelight? Toronto has plenty of theatres for them to be more than merely players. Young People’s Theatre Located in historic Cork Town, Young People’s Theatre is home to theatre...
View ArticleExploring public art in Toronto: six must-see sculptures
There’s plenty of art right in front of our noses — art the kids can sometimes even climb on! The Archer Legendary Henry Moore’s iconic piece “The Archer” sits near the doors of Nathan Phillips Square....
View ArticleFive me-time hacks for moms
By Kelly Duran, this was originally posted on VancouverMom.ca As moms, we talk about balance a lot. It’s not always work-life balance either because you don’t have to be a working mom to feel like you...
View ArticleFive coffee shops next to kids’ parks
My daughter has a sweet tooth and I’m sure I had something to do with it. It all began two years ago when my son started school. After drop-off, I would desperately want a coffee so I’d lure my...
View ArticleBest nail salons in Toronto
As moms, we lead incredibly busy lives so its easy to forget to take time for ourselves. One of my fave things to treat myself to is a manicure and/or pedicure – I joke that it is like a sixty minute...
View Article5 summer travel games for kids!
If you’re traveling with your kids this summer, whether it’s by plane, train, or car, it’s essential to bring a handful of travel games to keep the little ones occupied and less inclined to ask “Are we...
View ArticleThree fun Toronto activities for the kids this summer
Looking for ways to entertain the kids now that school’s out for summer (sing it!), here are three wonderful things to do with the littlest of kids from theatre to baseball to riding the mini-rails!...
View ArticleFREE Family Fun at BRAVE: The Festival of Risk and Failure
Looking for an innovative and FREE family outing this summer. You can’t go wrong with Harbourfront programs. Like this new festival: BRAVE: The Festival of Risk and Failure. Billed as Toronto’s first...
View ArticleWhat to Do at the T.O. Zoo this summer!
The Pandas may be gone, but there’s plenty to see and do at the Toronto Zoo this summer from a speedy new zipline to giant turtles and endangered tigers to movie nights, and of course the amazing...
View ArticleBest frozen treats in Toronto
Looking for some frozen treats to keep the whole family cool this summer? From rosy pistachio vegan shakes to lime and prickly pear paletas, both your taste buds and overheated kids will thank you for...
View ArticlePsst … Toronto has Beaches!
Toronto may not have the beachfront of Vancouver, but we’ve got plenty of boardwalks and sandy beaches, for kids to dig and build and play. Ward’s Island beach Photo via Lake Ontario Waterkeeper...
View ArticleBeat the Heat
Looking for ways to beat the summer heat with your family? We’ve pulled together some ideas to help you find some relief when the temperature spikes. Remember to pack extra water bottles and hats on...
View ArticleKids’ Cafes
Sometimes the kids need to play, and mom needs her java fix! These cafes are specially designed to keep the littles one’s amused while you sip your much-needed latte. Lazy Daisy’s Cafe Roll up your...
View ArticleHow to make the most of what’s left of summer in Toronto with your kids!
Summer’s not over yet! There are so many options in and around Toronto. Here are five that I’d like to try this year: Pirate Life on Centre Island Is your son obsessed with treasure maps or scabbards?...
View Article5 Great Kids Shoe Stores in Toronto
Whether you’re looking for first walking shoes or stylish sneakers for back to school, these top shops for little soles have you covered. Petit Pied This Bloor-West boutique carries the cutest baby...
View ArticleSpooktacular Halloween events for Toronto families
It’s the time of year when the littlest ghouls and goblins hit the streets for some frightful fun (oh and that thing called CANDY!). For those looking for more, we’ve put together a list of some of the...
View ArticleWhere to find awesome halloween costumes for kids in Toronto!
We’re not sure how the time flew by so quickly, but Thanksgiving’s over and it’s nearly Halloween! If you’re wondering where to find the best (and least expensive) Halloween costumes in Toronto, we put...
View ArticleDiscussing Remembrance Day with Kids
As Remembrance Day approaches, many Toronto parents struggle with how to talk about this particular day with their kids. Issues like war, death and freedom are difficult to discuss with young children....
View ArticleFREE Family Fun at BRAVE: The Festival of Risk and Failure
Looking for an innovative and FREE family outing this summer. You can’t go wrong with Harbourfront programs. Like this new festival: BRAVE: The Festival of Risk and Failure. Billed as Toronto’s first...
View ArticleLace up! 6 Awesome Outdoor Skating Rinks and Trails in Toronto
Twirl, leap or gingerly make your way across the ice at one of these classic and new outdoor Toronto skating rinks and trails. Greenwood This newly renovated outdoor skating facility offers both a...
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