The Zoo Kids can bring a valentine for their favourite animal and get in free. Feb 11 to 12, 9:30 am-4:30 pm. Free with admission. Toronto Zoo Meadowvale North of 401. For more information call 416-392-5929.
Attention all new Mom’s. This is a great site and the author is a fantastic help. Katrina has just had her baby and she visits this site often to get sleeping tips for her baby as well as moany more tips that have helped her. I encourage all new Mom’s and Dad’s to visit the site and contact Tia if you need help. The site is http://mommysecrets.squarespace.com/about/
Being a first time parent can be stressful and scary but you are not alone out there!
Celebrate the month of love with baking, crafts, chocolatey treats and more. Feb 4 to 5, Feb 11 to 12, Feb 18 to 19 and Feb 25 to 26 noon-4 pm. Pwyc. Scarborough Museum, 1007 Brimley. For more information call 416-338-8807.
Why buy cards at Hallmark when you and your family can create your own masterpieces? Why not go to the Valentine Card-Making Family Workshop where you create personalized Valentine cards and learn about the history of Valentine’s Day. It’s from 1-4 pm. The fee is $1 or adults and$8 for children. The class is at Todmorden Mills, Pottery E of Bayview. For more information call 416-396-2819. You will be more then ready for Valentines Day!
Many have already given up on their New Years resolutions. I know I have! Here is the name of a great personal trainer who can whip you in to shape in no time. His name is Charles Thompson and you can reach him via email at chastom@me.com
It`s that time of year again! It`s the Culinary festival with participating restaurants offering a special prix-fixe menu. For more information visit Winterlicious. Jan 27 to Feb 9. Tickets are already on sale!
I will be checking this out for sure! Enjoy contemporary design exhibits, installations and speakers on Jan 26, 9 am-5 pm; Jan 28, 10 am-7 pm; Jan 29, 10 am-6 pm. Tickets are $22, advance $19, Thursday gala $60-$195 at the Metro Convention Centre, 255 Front West
The Year Of The Dragon Chinese New Year celebration with lion dance parades, an eye-dotting ceremony, interactive games and more. Jan 21. 11 am, 2 & 4 pm and Jan. 22, 2 & 4 pm. FREE! This will take place at Scarborough Town Centre, 300 Borough
Do you have an item at home that you believe has value? Now you can have your family heirlooms and favourite garage sale finds identified by an expert. 10 am-12 noon. The fee is $20 for the first object, second and third objects are $10. Visit the Gardiner Museum of Ceramic Art 111 Queen’s Park. For more information call 416-586-8080.
Celebrate the year of the dragon at the Lunar New Year festival with a giant lantern aquarium, theatre, games, skating, crafts, food and more. All for FREE! Harbourfront Centre, 235 Queens Quay West from Jan 20-24. For more information call 973-4000.