Home Depot Free Kids Workshops are a fun way to spend a Saturday morning at your local hardware store! Kids between the ages of 4-12 years can hammer and glue to create an exciting new woodworking craft project (with parental supervision). Note: Pre-registration is now required.  This month’s craft: Build
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Free Comic Book Day falls on the first Saturday of May, so go to their store locator to find a local shop near you (be aware that not all locations include kids titles). There’s always something new and interesting to try out plus plenty of established favourites – be sure
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Spring Markets are blooming around town with arts & crafts and pop-up events, as well as Easter, Earth Day and Mother’s Day themed sales. It’s just the right excuse to escape our winter indoor hibernation and help support local businesses, florists, artisans and crafters. Stroll though our list of Spring
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Trees are getting tapped across the province, which means maple syrup season is upon us and it’s time to stock up on the good stuff! Unlike your run-of-the-mill grocery store table syrup, local producers provide high quality and premium taste. So here is our list of Where to Buy Real
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The National Home Show brings together over 250 home and lifestyle vendors so you can plan your next renovation and learn from the experts, all in one place! The show features live and interactive demonstrations from notable industry experts, a Model Home + Garden Suite, and DIY Centre to learn
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Happy Birthday!! Especially in today’s economy, everyone could use a little treat now and then, am I right? So why not make it special extra by having that treat on your birthday?! For kids, it makes their special day feel exciting, and for parents… well, hopefully this list will make
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Books rock! Our family has lost track of time hanging out in our city’s many amazing stores, more times than I count. While there are always national and international chains and numerous online sellers, there’s something more personal and thoughtful about shopping from our local bookstores. In addition, many have
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Just because Summer has passed, that doesn’t mean that you can’t enjoy fresh food from a farmers market! There may be less fresh produce, but there is always something interesting and delicious on offer. Look out for baked goods, maple syrup, chocolate, dairy products, meats, beer and wine, prepared foods,
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There are lots of terrific independent stores in Toronto where you can find your family some amazing gifts without lining the pockets of a rich CEO. With so many choices, you’ll have no trouble finding your kids the perfect present while supporting your local economy, anytime of year. Many stores
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If you loved hitting up local breweries before having kids, then you’ll love these family-friendly breweries in Toronto! Most breweries across the city are quite welcoming of kids but some go the extra mile, allowing adults to enjoy delicious craft beer without having to call a babysitter. If you’d rather
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