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Sunday, December 12, 2010 | Miracle on Mercer Street

Miracle on Mercer St. is a delightful holiday laugh-fest that will put a huge smile on the faces of parents and kids alike. Now that's a miracle!

Saturday, December 18, 2010 | Cinderella

This professional, all-singing, all-dancing, laugh-out-loud comedy is fun for the entire family. A new twist on a classic tale everyone from ages 5 to 105 will enjoy this magical show!

Wednesday, December 01, 2010 | World AIDS Day - The Viral Monologues

On World AIDS Day, come out to support Durham Region World AIDS Day efforts. Inspiring monologues, candlelight service, refreshments, live music and more.

Wednesday, December 01, 2010 | Holiday Cupcake Decorating

Learn how to create special holiday cupcakes! Your instructor, Charlotte of Aunt Audrey´s Favourites Cakes and Desserts, will show you how to create a winter wonderland out of your cupcakes by decorating them like Santa, snowmen, wreathes and more. Supplies will be provided. Space is limited. Free registration at any branch.

Wednesday, December 01, 2010 | Christmas Storytime

Christmas Storytime McLean Branch Wednesday, December 1 at 10:30 a.m. Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to drop in for stories, songs, fingerplays and crafts celebrating the Christmas season.

Wednesday, December 01, 2010 | Christmas Storytime

Preschoolers and their caregivers are invited to drop in for stories, songs, fingerplays and crafts celebrating the Christmas season.

Thursday, December 02, 2010 | Making Your Own Babyfood

It´s cheap, fast and easy. Learning how to make baby food is great fun! Experiment with different foods, textures and colours. Learn all the tools you need and recipes to make really nutritious baby food. Pre registration required.

Friday, December 03, 2010 | Pickering's Tree Lighting Event

Free family event including the annual Christmas tree lighting, a visit from Santa, holiday crafts, rides, fireworks, bbq, hot chocolate and live entertainment for both children and adults. Food donations for St.Paul's Food Bank will be accepted at this event.

Friday, December 03, 2010 | MIDNIGHT MADNESS SALE at Once Upon A Child, Ajax

Save 20-60% off everything in the store. Shop early for the best selection, shop late to save more! Over $20,000 worth of prizes and giveaways. Valuable loot bags for the first 300 customers. Check website for details and discount times

Friday, December 03, 2010 | CBC Sounds of the Season

On Friday December 3, 2010, CBC Radio One 99.1 and CBC News Toronto are proud to invite you to Sounds of the Season. It's a day of special programming featuring an all-star lineup of the GTA´s hottest musical talent - all in support of local food banks including Feed the Need in Durham. Tune into CBC Radio and News between the hours of 5:30 am till 6 pm. for delightful sounds.

Friday, December 03, 2010 | Celebrate Whitby & Annual Tree Lighting

SANTA IS COMING ! Come help Santa light the Christmas Tree at Whitby's Celebration Square as we kick off the Festive Season. Come sing Carols and enjoy entertainment and warm up with Hot Chocolate and Cookies. Don't forget to bring an unwrapped toy for the "Stuff A Bug" Toy Drive.

Friday, December 03, 2010 | CHRISTMAS IN THE HEART OF STOUFFVILLE

Downtown Light Tour Go Train Station at 7:00pm for hot beverages before walking tour. a few stops as we light up various trees and windows along the way to 19 on the Park. 8:30pm movie Elf in the Theatre (Free admission).

Saturday, December 04, 2010 | CAILLOU´S GREATEST SKATE OF ALL

Join everyone´s favorite preschooler, Caillou, for a fun romp through the wonderland of winter in the all new CAILLOU´S GREATEST SKATE OF ALL. This brand new musical adventure by Koba Entertainment is inspired by some of Canada´s most iconic pastimes including hockey and ice skating!

Saturday, December 04, 2010 | JCI Whitby Santa Claus Parade

Santa is coming to town on Dec 4th. Please mark your calendars and join us at 10:00 am for this unique community event. Parade goes along Brock from Manning to Trent. Don't forget your letters to Santa! See you there!

Saturday, December 04, 2010 | Annual Christmas Concert

Young Singers presents "The Great Canadian Christmas Rush". Enjoy listening to over 100 voices as we sing the night away for 19th Annual Christmas Concert. Visit us at www.youngsingers.ca or call our hotline at 905-686-9821

Saturday, December 04, 2010 | Family Christmas Concert

Celebrate the cheerful sounds of the season with the whole family during this magical time of year. Some of the holiday favourites you will hear include: Winter Wonderland, Let it Snow, O Tannenbaum, Sleigh Ride, and Adestes Fideles. Light refreshments are served at intermission

Saturday, December 04, 2010 | Santa's Workshop

Lots of Activities for the Kids: Build your own Toys! Colouring! Story-Telling! Santa Claus visits the market from 11 am to 2:30 pm. (Be sure to bring your camera!) Courtice Flea Market Holiday Hours: Closed Christmas Day, OPEN BOXING DAY!

Saturday, December 04, 2010 | Holiday Open House

1:00 PM - Award-winning Childrens Entertainer Mary Lambert presents "A Mary Christmas Singalong" 2:00 PM - Children can add to our giant Christmas tree with handmade ornaments! To pre-register please contact Lizette Storey at 905.576.3000 ex. 105 or email lstorey@rmg.on.ca

Saturday, December 04, 2010 | ArtNoel- One of a Kind art craft show and sale

This holiday shopping season come find everything you need under one roof at the Ajax Kinsman heritage Centre. This show will have over 25 artists participating and we are continuing to grow and showcase these great artists in the region through a number of our ongoing events. A listing and a preview gallery can be found on our website www.dwac.ca . This is a free event suitable for the whole family.

Saturday, December 04, 2010 | Santa Train

SANTA on BOARD the HERITAGE TRAIN Santa Claus seems to be everywhere during December. His busy schedule shows that Santa will be riding the Y-D Heritage Railway, Greater Toronto Region´s only tourist train, on trains out of Uxbridge during the Christmas season. Santa´s calendar says that he will be riding trains from Uxbridge Station on Sundays December 5th and 12th. and Saturdays December 4th and 11th. Train times are 11.00 am and 1.00 pm on all days. Each trip lasts approximately 45 minutes. Fares for all Santa Trains are $18.00 each for all passengers (Infants under 1 not occupying a seat ride free) – or $60.00 for groups of 4 people are also available. Santa will be visiting each child at their seat and distributing goodies to each. Seating is limited and by reservation only, so Santa Claus fans should reserve early so they won´t be disappointed. For tickets and additional information call the YDHR message line 905-852-3696 or e-mail tickets@ydhr.on.ca. Early ticket orders will be mailed or held for pick-up. Tickets will be sold on the day for $20.00 per passenger only if space is available. Free ride or discount vouchers not valid on these trains.

Sunday, December 05, 2010 | Children´s Old-Fashioned Christmas

Step back in time and experience Christmas over 100 years ago. Santa will be hearing wishes in the Pioneer Schoolhouse. Tour the Museum Village, traditionally decorated for the holidays. Victorian Christmas crafts for children, heritage demonstrations and refreshments.

Sunday, December 05, 2010 | 2nd Annual KIDS GINGERBREAD HOUSE DECORATING EVENT

Oshawa Airport Lions 2nd Annual KIDS GINGERBREAD HOUSE DECORATING EVENT (1 per family) extras available $5. SPECIAL GUESTS will be there from 9-noon for milk, cookies & FREE PICTURES. DONATIONS PLEASE

Sunday, December 05, 2010 | The Lion, the Witch and the Wardrobe

This is a live theatre performance of the children\'s classic tale by C.S. Lewis. It is a great holiday treat for the young and young at heart.

Tuesday, December 07, 2010 | Make a Joyful Noise Music Night

Enjoy a free evening featuring holiday favourites by local musicians and choirs. Performers welcome - call to get on the program.

Tuesday, December 07, 2010 | The Notables Holiday Concert at Ontario Shores

The Notables choir will perform seasonal favourites during a free concert at Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences, 700 Gordon St., Whitby at 7:00 p.m. All are welcome and parking is also free. Please enter the lecture theatre via Building 5 (west entrance -- see the flagpoles).

Tuesday, December 07, 2010 | Free Prenatal Nutrition Workshop

A course designed for women who are pregnant or hoping to be pregnant in the near future. We will look at foods to eat and avoid during pregnancy, healthy weight gain, and feeding your infant.

Wednesday, December 08, 2010 | Town of Ajax Neighbourhood Ice Rink Program - Drop-in Session

Here´s what the Town will do: Install ice rink boards to form the ice surface Provide a rebate for water consumption (up to $50) Here´s what we ask you to do: Flood the rink periodically, clear the snow off the ice surface as required Interested? Come meet with us on December 8th!

Thursday, December 09, 2010 | Make a Joyful Noise Music Nights

Enjoy a free evening of holiday favourites performed by local musicians and choirs. Performers welcome - call to get on the program.

Friday, December 10, 2010 | Annual Holiday Party

Creative Play Annual Children's Holiday Party! Join us for fun, treats and Crafts. Santa arrives at $15. Each child will receive pizza, juice and a gift from Santa.

Saturday, December 11, 2010 | ScotiaMcLeod 2nd Annual Food Drive for Feed The Need Durham

ScotiaMcLeod-2nd Annual Food Drive for Feed The Need Durham Beginning December 1, 2010 we invite people to drop off non-perishable goods or monetary donations at our Office, 304 Brock St. S., Ste 100, Whitby, ON L1N 4K4 The Food Drive will run for the month of December. Receipts will be available form Feed The Need Durham. On Saturday,December 11, 2010, ScotiaMcLeod volunteers will be participating in their Door-to-Door Campaign from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Our goal is to collect 500 bags of groceries during those hours. We are looking for volunteers to come out and help with this Event. Bring you children, bring your spouse, bring your friends, put together a team and come on out and help us reach our goal, help us help, Feed The Need in Durham. Imagine yourself or imagine a loved one going to bed hungry and let that be your incentive to come out and help those in need.

Saturday, December 11, 2010 | Family Celebrations at OPG

Listen to holiday themed stories then have fun making a craft. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration is required

Saturday, December 11, 2010 | Play with Clay Workshop: Christmas Ornaments

Make your very own one of a kind Christmas ornaments from clay. We'll show you how! Perfect for ages 5 & up. Cookie cutters or original shapes, your choice! Create today and paint them next week!

Saturday, December 11, 2010 | Door-to-Door Food Collection

Our door-to-door food drive takes place on Saturday, December 12, 2010 from 10 am to 2 pm....our volunteers will be out in the Community collecting non-perishable food for Feed the Need Durham. Volunteers still needed, call me for more info

Friday, December 17, 2010 | The Castle Rocks The Bopping Heads!!

Have you bopped yet? It's fun! It's hilarious! Bopping Heads takes your head and places it onto a professional dancer's body and makes a music DVD on the spot. Sing or lipsinc along to Christmas-songs - So Much Fun!

Sunday, December 19, 2010 | A HOLLY DAY WITH MARKUS & FRIENDS!

Join MARKUS (from Treehouse TV and Award winning Family REcording Artist along with special guests (Ariel, Snow White, Aurora and Jasmine, Rudloph, Frosty & Santa). Full day Drop off incl. Dance, drama, lunch,& more, or show only! By Reservation Only.

Monday, December 20, 2010 | Tim Horton's Free Skates

Enjoy a free public skate at Pickering Recreation Complex.

Monday, December 20, 2010 | Ajax Acro's Gymnastics Club's Holiday Camp

Holiday time is often a very busy and exciting time for children. Have them enjoy their time off by signing up for a gymnastics camp. Choose to come for a couple of days or just one!

Monday, December 20, 2010 | CHRISTMAS CREATIVE ARTS CAMP

Dance, Drama, Music, Dress up , Storytelling and Crafts. Be a part of the Magic as we create a hilarious DVD to classic Christmas songs, a treasured keepsake. all ages, flexible-hours, see youtube for lasty ears productions!

Tuesday, December 21, 2010 | Winter Break Camp

Camps for half day or full day. Creative fun painting, crafts, playing with clay, games & snacks included. Perfect for ages 6 and up. Please pre-register. For full details visit our website.

Wednesday, December 22, 2010 | Boppin´ Heads at the Library

Have you bopped yet? It's fun! It's hilarious! It's Ontario's newest ultimate party entertainment experience!! Bopping Heads Canada takes your head and places it onto a professional dancer's body and makes a music DVD on the spot. For tweens ages 10-15. Free registration at any branch. McLaughlin Auditorium from 6:00-7:30

Thursday, December 23, 2010 | Christmas Party

Lots of fun for all ages! We'll paint, play games and decorate gingerbread! Sign up while space availalbe!!! Great opportunity for parents to get those last minute gifts taken care of while the kids are having fun at Ceramics Canada!

Monday, December 27, 2010 | December Movie Mornings: How to Train Your Dragon

December Movie Mornings Visit the Main Branch Library for a morning movie during the holiday break: How to Train Your Dragon (rated PG) Monday December 27 at 10:30 a.m. Space is limited to 100. Register for this free program in person or by calling 905-683-4000, ext. 8811 during regular library hours. Registration begins December 13 at 10:00 a.m.

Monday, December 27, 2010 | Christmas Creative Arts Camp

Dance, Drama, Music, Crafts, Arts, with the Princesses. Be a part of the magic as we create a hilarious DVD to classic Christmas tunes. See Youtube for last years productions. All ages welcome. Flexible hours, , loads of fun!

Tuesday, December 28, 2010 | Christmas Creative Arts Camp

Dance, Drama, Music, Crafts, Arts, with the Princesses. Be a part of the magic as we create a hilarious DVD to classic Christmas tunes. See Youtube for last years productions. All ages welcome. Flexible hours, , loads of fun!

Wednesday, December 29, 2010 | Christmas Creative Arts Camp

Dance, Drama, Music, Crafts, Arts, with the Princesses. Be a part of the magic as we create a hilarious DVD to classic Christmas tunes. See Youtube for last years productions. All ages welcome. Flexible hours, , loads of fun!

Thursday, December 30, 2010 | Christmas Creative Arts Camp

Dance, Drama, Music, Crafts, Arts, with the Princesses. Be a part of the magic as we create a hilarious DVD to classic Christmas tunes. See Youtube for last years productions. All ages welcome. Flexible hours, , loads of fun!

Friday, December 31, 2010 | Christmas Creative Arts Camp

Dance, Drama, Music, Crafts, Arts, with the Princesses. Be a part of the magic as we create a hilarious DVD to classic Christmas tunes. See Youtube for last years productions. All ages welcome. Flexible hours, , loads of fun!

Tuesday, December 28, 2010 | December Movie Mornings: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs

December Movie Mornings Visit the Main Branch Library for a morning movie during the holiday break: Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs (rated G) Tuesday, December 28 at 10:30 a.m. Space is limited to 100. Register for this free program in person or by calling 905-683-4000, ext. 8811 during regular library hours. Registration begins December 13 at 10:00 a.m.

Wednesday, December 29, 2010 | Imagine Film Series - How to Train Your Dragon

Ontario Shores Centre for Mental Health Sciences is proud to present an Imagine Film matinee, "How to Train Your Dragon". This event will take place on Wednesday, December 29, 2010 @ 1:00 p.m. Activities, door prizes, and light refreshments to follow the film. Free admission and parking. Building 5, level 2, Lecture Theatre.

Friday, December 31, 2010 | New Year's Eve Family Countdown

Free family skate and swim with games, prizes and New Year Countdown at 9pm. Food bank donations will be accepted at this event.

Friday, December 31, 2010 | New Years Eve Family Party

Join the Town of Ajax ring in the new year at its annual party on December 31, from 6 to 9 p.m., at the Ajax Community Centre. There will be lots to see and do, including entertainment, ice skating, face painting, arts and crafts, and more. Noise makers and party favours will be handed out prior to the 9 p.m. countdown that wraps up the event. Stay tuned for updates!

Friday, December 31, 2010 | Oshawa Celebrates 2011

Join us to celebrate the arrival of the new year at the Legends Centre with free, active and interactive activities for the whole family! There will be live entertainment, jumping castles, swimming, skating, face painting, animal displays, arts & crafts, music and MORE! Family countdown to New Year´s is at 9:00pm. *Plan your evening with our on-site signage so you won´t miss a thing! Wristband access for all swims and skates! Doors open at 5:45pm.

Friday, December 31, 2010 | The 8th Annual New Year's Eve Family Countdown

Join some true party animals this New Year´s Eve at the Toronto Zoo! This family-fun event starts 2011 off right with a tribute to Justin Bieber and his musical hits. Also, don't miss Harry and His Bucket Full of Dinosaurs, Majinx magic show, animal visitors and more. The fun begins at 6:00 pm and runs until 9:00 pm when we have our very own Kids' Countdown. Please note this is an outdoor, ticketed event, prices applicable to all members, space is limited and we can not guarantee tickets will be available night of event. Please visit torontozoo.com for full event details including event pricing.

Friday, December 31, 2010 | Free Studio Fees!

Free Studio Fees with minimum $10 purchase per person today! Lots of fun for all ages! Make a mug for $6.50, a plate for $8.50 a collectible for $6.95! Lots to choose from!

Saturday, January 01, 2011 | Mayor's Levee

Join Mayor and Members of Council as they celebrate the beginning of Pickering's Bicentennial Year! Entertainment, children's fun, goodies and more!