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Events & Activities



Check out our Durham Region & GTA Events Calendar for lots of free and inexpensive events and activities for Durham & GTA kids and families in Oshawa, Whitby, Ajax, Pickering, Clarington, Brock, Scugog, Bowmanville, Toronto, Markham, Scarborough, Uxbridge, Cobourg and more...

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Ongoing Events and Activities


  • Thursday, December 01, 2011 | Sparrow Christmas Lights

    Event Details:

    Date: December 1, 2011 - January 6, 2012
    Time: 6pm-10pm Sunday - Thursday & 6pm-11pm Friday & Saturday
    Venue: 765 Kenora AvenueOshawa, Ontario
    Cost: Free
    Come and enjoy Christmas lights synchronized to music nightly. There are over 3000 lights & 30 Blowmold figures & 1 blow up to bring enjoyment to all

Upcoming Events and Activities


  • Wednesday, December 07, 2011 | Places of Power, Objects of Veneration and Tunit: The Palaeo-Eskimos

    More info:
    Date: November 7, 2011 – February 26, 2012
    Time: Tuesday - Sunday, 11 am - 4 pm
    Venue: 1655 Reach Street (inside Scugog Arena)Port Perry, ON L9L 1P2
    Cost: $4.00 for adults, $3 for students/seniors, $2 children 5-12 and free for members and children 4 and under
    On loan from the Canadian Museum of Civilization, these two exhibits explore the fascinating history of Canada´s northernmost First Nations people.

  • Tuesday, December 06, 2011 | Kids Drop-in Painting Class

    More info:
    Date: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
    Time: 4-7pm
    Venue: 3603 Highway 7 EastUnit 106Markham, ON L3R 8W3 (SW corner of Hwy 7 / Warden)
    Cost: @20
    Nurture your little Picasso's creativity! Drop in any time between 4-7pm after school and our staff will show your child how to complete a beautiful guided painting in approximately one hour. Suitable for ages 5-13.

  • Tuesday, December 13, 2011 | Kids Drop-in Painting Class

    More info:
    Date: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
    Time: 4-7pm
    Venue: 3603 Highway 7 EastUnit 106Markham, ON L3R 8W3 (SW corner of Hwy 7 / Warden)
    Cost: @20
    Nurture your little Picasso's creativity! Drop in any time between 4-7pm after school and our staff will show your child how to complete a beautiful guided painting in approximately one hour. Suitable for ages 5-13.

  • Tuesday, December 20, 2011 | Kids Drop-in Painting Class

    More info:
    Date: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
    Time: 4-7pm
    Venue: 3603 Highway 7 EastUnit 106Markham, ON L3R 8W3 (SW corner of Hwy 7 / Warden)
    Cost: @20
    Nurture your little Picasso's creativity! Drop in any time between 4-7pm after school and our staff will show your child how to complete a beautiful guided painting in approximately one hour. Suitable for ages 5-13.

  • Tuesday, December 27, 2011 | Kids Drop-in Painting Class

    More info:
    Date: Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays
    Time: 4-7pm
    Venue: 3603 Highway 7 EastUnit 106Markham, ON L3R 8W3 (SW corner of Hwy 7 / Warden)
    Cost: @20
    Nurture your little Picasso's creativity! Drop in any time between 4-7pm after school and our staff will show your child how to complete a beautiful guided painting in approximately one hour. Suitable for ages 5-13.

  • Thursday, December 01, 2011 | The 3rd Annual Feed the Need in Durham Food Drive Presented by ScotiaMcLeod

    More info:
    Date: December 10, 2011
    Time: 10:00am - 2:00pm
    Venue: 304 Brock Street South Suite 100Whitby, OntarioL1N 4K4
    Cost: none
    ScotiaMcLeod Will be going door-to-door on Saturday December 10th, 2011 from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm to collect food donations for Feed the Need Durham. Donations can also be dropped off for the entire month of December at ScotiaMcLeod Whitby.

  • Thursday, December 01, 2011 | 'ANNIE' - THE MUSICAL

    More info:
    Time: December 1-4
    Venue: Oshawa Little Theatre
    Cost: $25.00 per person
    Phone: 905.723.0282
    The popular comic strip heroine takes centre stage in one of the world's best loved musicals. Book by Thomas Meehan, Music by Charles Strouse & Lyrics by Martin Charnin.

  • Friday, December 02, 2011 | Bicentennial Tree Lighting

    More info:
    Date: 7:30-8:30pm
    Time: December 2
    Venue: Esplanade Park, Pickering Civic Complex
    Cost: FREE
    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 02, 2011 | Whitby's Holiday Celebration & Annual Tree Lighting

    More info:
    Date: Friday, December 2
    Time: 6 pm - 8 pm
    Venue: Celebration SquareWhitby Public Library405 Dundas Street West, Whitby
    Cost: FREE
    Come help light Celebration Square as we kick off the Festive Season. Enjoy seasonal entertainment, displays, Kids take home crafts and warm up with Hot Chocolate and Cookies.

  • Friday, December 02, 2011 | Family Skate and Tree Lighting

    More info:
    Date: 5:30pm
    Time: December 2
    Venue: Canlan Ice Sports, Canlan Ice Sports OSHAWA 1401 Phillip Murray Avenue, Oshawa
    Cost: $2 donation to Canadian Cancer Society
    Phone: 905-725-6951
    Family Skate and tree lighting in the lobby. Our real tree will be lit with white lights and people can buy ribbons for $2. All proceeds go to the Canadian Cancer Society

  • Saturday, December 03, 2011 | JCI Whitby Santa Claus Parade

    More info:
    Date: December 3, 2011
    Time: 10:00 am
    Venue: Brock St from Manning Rd. to Trent St.
    Cost: Free
    The JCI Whitby Santa Claus Parade has been an integral part of family life in Whitby. Please mark your calendar for December 3rd and join us in downtown Whitby for this unique event that inspires delight and wonder.

  • Saturday, December 03, 2011 | Christmas Craft & Vendor Sale

    More info:
    Date: December 3, 2011
    Time: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
    Venue: 110 Shirley DriveRichmond Hill, OntarioRouge Woods Community Centre
    Cost: FREE with a non-perishable food item
    Christmas Craft & Vendor Sale on at Rouge Woods Community Centre on Dec. 3rd. Start you holiday shopping! Over 50 vendors! Come out and have a great day with us! Please bring a non-perishable food donation!

  • Saturday, December 03, 2011 | Cinderella

    More info:
    Time: December 3 & 10 at 8:00 pm December 3, 4, 10 & 11 at 2:00 pm
    Venue: Pickering Museum Village
    Cost: $16.50
    Phone: 905.683.8401
    Presented by Backwoods Players Theatre Company at the Brougham Community Hall. Written by Stuart Ardern and Bob Heather. Tickets must be purchased in advance for all dramatic productions. The City of Pickering gratefully acknowledges the financial support of the Ministry of Culture of the Province of Ontario. Tickets go on sale November 6 and cost $16.50.

  • Saturday, December 03, 2011 | Annual Holiday Concert

    More info:
    Date: Dec 3, 2011
    Time: 7:00pm-9:30pm
    Venue: Trinity Pentecostal Church900 King St EOshawa
    Cost: $15.00 each ticket
    Come join Young Singers for our Annual Holiday Concert on Saturday December 3, 2011 at Trinity Pentecostal Church, 900 King St E in Oshawa. Concert starts at 7:00pm For more information or to purchase tickets, call our Young Singers hotline at 905-686-9821 or visit us at www.youngsingers.ca

  • Saturday, December 03, 2011 | Santa's Workshop

    More info:
    Date: Saturday, December 3rd & Sunday, December 4th
    Time: 9 am to 4:30 pm
    Venue: Courtice Flea Market1696 Bloor St.Courtice, ONL1E 2N1
    Cost: FREE
    Build a toy, craft your own holiday decorations, listen to Christmas stories, and check out a winter model railroad scene. On Sunday, enjoy the sounds of holiday Dixieland music. Santa visits his workshop from 11 am to 2 pm! .

  • Saturday, December 03, 2011 | Come Celebrate the Holiday Season with your Family @ Promenade!

    More info:
    Date: Dec 3rd - Dec 22nd
    Time: Dec 3rd 11:00AM - Dec 22nd 8:00PM
    Venue: Promenade Shopping Centre1 Promenade Circle, Thornhill, ONWith Santa\'s arrival on December 3rd at 11 AM, we will kick off a host of activities for the 2011 Holiday Season! From decorating gingerbread to making loveable sock puppets and enjoyi
    Cost: Free
    From decorating gingerbread to making loveable sock puppets and enjoying movies with Santa, the Promenade holiday spirit will embrace all.

  • Saturday, December 03, 2011 | OPG\'s Winterfest Family Celebrations

    More info:
    Date: December 3, 2011
    Time: 10 a.m. or 1 p.m. show
    Venue: Pickering Nuclear Information Centre1675 Montgomery Park RoadPickering, Ontario L1V 2R5
    Cost: Free- preregistration required at event website
    Calling all animal lovers! Join Earth Rangers for Bring Back the Wild, an interactive animal show and learn how to become an environmental steward. Registration required at opg.com/community. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

  • Saturday, December 03, 2011 | Midnight Clearance Blowout Sale at Once Upon A Child, Ajax

    More info:
    Date: 9am-12midnight
    Time: Saturday Dec ember 3
    Venue: Once Upon A Child, 75 Bayly St West, Ajax
    Phone: 905-427-4194
    It's our semi-annual HUGE sale! Save up to 60% off everything in the store. See website for discount times. The later you shop, the more you save. Enter to win a family getaway at Great Wolf Lodge Niagara!

  • Saturday, December 03, 2011 | Santa on board the York-Durham Heritage Train

    More info:
    Website: www.ydhr.ca/
    Time: Dec 3 & 4
    Venue: Uxbridge Train Station
    Cost: $18 per ticket or 4 tickets for $60
    Phone: 905-852-3696
    Santa Claus will be riding the rails on board our Heritage train. Round trips are 45 minutes each and depart at 11am or 1pm on Saturday and Sunday. Santa will visit each child in their seat and will distribute goodies to each. Seating is by reservation only, so please call or email for tickets. Infants under 1 ride free.

  • Sunday, December 04, 2011 | Oshawa Airport Lions 3rd. Annual Kids Gingerbread House Decorating Event

    More info:
    Date: Sun.Dec.4,2011
    Time: 9am-1pm
    Venue: Mount Lawn Memorial Gardens,RECEPTION HALL21 Garrard Rd. Whitby,L1N3K4
    Cost: FREE
    FREE refreshments, 1 house/family (extras to take home $5.) FREE pictures with special guest visiting from 9:30-12 XMAS CAKES will be available for sale DONATIONS greatly appreciated!

  • Sunday, December 04, 2011 | Tween Gleek Movie Event: Glee: The Concert

    More info:
    Date: 1:30pm
    Time: December 4
    Venue: Ajax Public Library, Main Branch, 55 Harwood Avenue South
    Cost: FREE
    Phone: 905-683-4000 ext. 8811
    Tween Gleek Movie Event Glee: The Concert Movie (rated G)Sunday, December 4 1:30 p.m. Main Branch Rotary Room Calling all Gleeks! Dress up and sing the afternoon away with your favourite members from McKinley High School! Free matinee for ages 9-12. Space is limited. Register in person or by calling 905-683-4000 ext 8811 during regular library hours or by email at libraryinfo@townofajax.com. Registration begins October 31.

  • Tuesday, December 06, 2011 | Make a Joyful Noise Music Night

    More info:
    Date: 7-9pm
    Time: December 6
    Venue: Pickering Civic Complex: Council Chambers
    Cost: FREE
    Phone: 905.420.4620 ext. 2064
    Enjoy a free concert featuring local musicians and choirs playing a variety of holiday favourites. Performers welcome – call to get on the program. Free event, Food Bank donations appreciated.

  • Tuesday, December 06, 2011 | Free Bowling for Food Drive

    More info:
    Date: Thursday, December 1, 2011 - Thursday, December 22, 2011
    Time: Sunday - Friday, 10 AM - 7 PM
    Venue: NEB's Fun World1300 Wilson Road NorthOshawa, ON L1K 2B8
    Cost: donate an item, get free bowling
    Exchange any non-perishable food or hygiene item for a FREE game of bowling at NEB\'s Fun World! All donations go to Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Thank-you for supporting our community!

  • Wednesday, December 07, 2011 | Free Bowling for Food Drive

    More info:
    Date: Thursday, December 1, 2011 - Thursday, December 22, 2011
    Time: Sunday - Friday, 10 AM - 7 PM
    Venue: NEB's Fun World1300 Wilson Road NorthOshawa, ON L1K 2B8
    Cost: donate an item, get free bowling
    Exchange any non-perishable food or hygiene item for a FREE game of bowling at NEB\'s Fun World! All donations go to Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Thank-you for supporting our community!

  • Thursday, December 08, 2011 | Free Bowling for Food Drive

    More info:
    Date: Thursday, December 1, 2011 - Thursday, December 22, 2011
    Time: Sunday - Friday, 10 AM - 7 PM
    Venue: NEB's Fun World1300 Wilson Road NorthOshawa, ON L1K 2B8
    Cost: donate an item, get free bowling
    Exchange any non-perishable food or hygiene item for a FREE game of bowling at NEB\'s Fun World! All donations go to Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Thank-you for supporting our community!

  • Friday, December 09, 2011 | Free Bowling for Food Drive

    More info:
    Date: Thursday, December 1, 2011 - Thursday, December 22, 2011
    Time: Sunday - Friday, 10 AM - 7 PM
    Venue: NEB's Fun World1300 Wilson Road NorthOshawa, ON L1K 2B8
    Cost: donate an item, get free bowling
    Exchange any non-perishable food or hygiene item for a FREE game of bowling at NEB\'s Fun World! All donations go to Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Thank-you for supporting our community!

  • Saturday, December 10, 2011 | Free Bowling for Food Drive

    More info:
    Date: Thursday, December 1, 2011 - Thursday, December 22, 2011
    Time: Sunday - Friday, 10 AM - 7 PM
    Venue: NEB's Fun World1300 Wilson Road NorthOshawa, ON L1K 2B8
    Cost: donate an item, get free bowling
    Exchange any non-perishable food or hygiene item for a FREE game of bowling at NEB\'s Fun World! All donations go to Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Thank-you for supporting our community!

  • Sunday, December 11, 2011 | Free Bowling for Food Drive

    More info:
    Date: Thursday, December 1, 2011 - Thursday, December 22, 2011
    Time: Sunday - Friday, 10 AM - 7 PM
    Venue: NEB's Fun World1300 Wilson Road NorthOshawa, ON L1K 2B8
    Cost: donate an item, get free bowling
    Exchange any non-perishable food or hygiene item for a FREE game of bowling at NEB\'s Fun World! All donations go to Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Thank-you for supporting our community!

  • Monday, December 12, 2011 | Free Bowling for Food Drive

    More info:
    Date: Thursday, December 1, 2011 - Thursday, December 22, 2011
    Time: Sunday - Friday, 10 AM - 7 PM
    Venue: NEB's Fun World1300 Wilson Road NorthOshawa, ON L1K 2B8
    Cost: donate an item, get free bowling
    Exchange any non-perishable food or hygiene item for a FREE game of bowling at NEB\'s Fun World! All donations go to Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Thank-you for supporting our community!

  • Tuesday, December 13, 2011 | Free Bowling for Food Drive

    More info:
    Date: Thursday, December 1, 2011 - Thursday, December 22, 2011
    Time: Sunday - Friday, 10 AM - 7 PM
    Venue: NEB's Fun World1300 Wilson Road NorthOshawa, ON L1K 2B8
    Cost: donate an item, get free bowling
    Exchange any non-perishable food or hygiene item for a FREE game of bowling at NEB\'s Fun World! All donations go to Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Thank-you for supporting our community!

  • Wednesday, December 14, 2011 | Free Bowling for Food Drive

    More info:
    Date: Thursday, December 1, 2011 - Thursday, December 22, 2011
    Time: Sunday - Friday, 10 AM - 7 PM
    Venue: NEB's Fun World1300 Wilson Road NorthOshawa, ON L1K 2B8
    Cost: donate an item, get free bowling
    Exchange any non-perishable food or hygiene item for a FREE game of bowling at NEB\'s Fun World! All donations go to Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Thank-you for supporting our community!

  • Thursday, December 15, 2011 | Free Bowling for Food Drive

    More info:
    Date: Thursday, December 1, 2011 - Thursday, December 22, 2011
    Time: Sunday - Friday, 10 AM - 7 PM
    Venue: NEB's Fun World1300 Wilson Road NorthOshawa, ON L1K 2B8
    Cost: donate an item, get free bowling
    Exchange any non-perishable food or hygiene item for a FREE game of bowling at NEB\'s Fun World! All donations go to Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Thank-you for supporting our community!

  • Friday, December 16, 2011 | Free Bowling for Food Drive

    More info:
    Date: Thursday, December 1, 2011 - Thursday, December 22, 2011
    Time: Sunday - Friday, 10 AM - 7 PM
    Venue: NEB's Fun World1300 Wilson Road NorthOshawa, ON L1K 2B8
    Cost: donate an item, get free bowling
    Exchange any non-perishable food or hygiene item for a FREE game of bowling at NEB\'s Fun World! All donations go to Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Thank-you for supporting our community!

  • Saturday, December 17, 2011 | Free Bowling for Food Drive

    More info:
    Date: Thursday, December 1, 2011 - Thursday, December 22, 2011
    Time: Sunday - Friday, 10 AM - 7 PM
    Venue: NEB's Fun World1300 Wilson Road NorthOshawa, ON L1K 2B8
    Cost: donate an item, get free bowling
    Exchange any non-perishable food or hygiene item for a FREE game of bowling at NEB\'s Fun World! All donations go to Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Thank-you for supporting our community!

  • Sunday, December 18, 2011 | Free Bowling for Food Drive

    More info:
    Date: Thursday, December 1, 2011 - Thursday, December 22, 2011
    Time: Sunday - Friday, 10 AM - 7 PM
    Venue: NEB's Fun World1300 Wilson Road NorthOshawa, ON L1K 2B8
    Cost: donate an item, get free bowling
    Exchange any non-perishable food or hygiene item for a FREE game of bowling at NEB\'s Fun World! All donations go to Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Thank-you for supporting our community!

  • Monday, December 19, 2011 | Free Bowling for Food Drive

    More info:
    Date: Thursday, December 1, 2011 - Thursday, December 22, 2011
    Time: Sunday - Friday, 10 AM - 7 PM
    Venue: NEB's Fun World1300 Wilson Road NorthOshawa, ON L1K 2B8
    Cost: donate an item, get free bowling
    Exchange any non-perishable food or hygiene item for a FREE game of bowling at NEB\'s Fun World! All donations go to Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Thank-you for supporting our community!

  • Tuesday, December 20, 2011 | Free Bowling for Food Drive

    More info:
    Date: Thursday, December 1, 2011 - Thursday, December 22, 2011
    Time: Sunday - Friday, 10 AM - 7 PM
    Venue: NEB's Fun World1300 Wilson Road NorthOshawa, ON L1K 2B8
    Cost: donate an item, get free bowling
    Exchange any non-perishable food or hygiene item for a FREE game of bowling at NEB\'s Fun World! All donations go to Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Thank-you for supporting our community!

  • Wednesday, December 21, 2011 | Free Bowling for Food Drive

    More info:
    Date: Thursday, December 1, 2011 - Thursday, December 22, 2011
    Time: Sunday - Friday, 10 AM - 7 PM
    Venue: NEB's Fun World1300 Wilson Road NorthOshawa, ON L1K 2B8
    Cost: donate an item, get free bowling
    Exchange any non-perishable food or hygiene item for a FREE game of bowling at NEB\'s Fun World! All donations go to Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Thank-you for supporting our community!

  • Thursday, December 22, 2011 | Free Bowling for Food Drive

    More info:
    Date: Thursday, December 1, 2011 - Thursday, December 22, 2011
    Time: Sunday - Friday, 10 AM - 7 PM
    Venue: NEB's Fun World1300 Wilson Road NorthOshawa, ON L1K 2B8
    Cost: donate an item, get free bowling
    Exchange any non-perishable food or hygiene item for a FREE game of bowling at NEB\'s Fun World! All donations go to Simcoe Hall Settlement House. Thank-you for supporting our community!

  • Thursday, December 08, 2011 | Make a Joyful Noise Music Night

    More info:
    Date: 7-9pm
    Time: December 8
    Venue: Pickering Civic Complex: Council Chambers
    Cost: FREE
    Phone: 905.420.4620 ext. 2064
    Enjoy a free concert featuring local musicians and choirs playing a variety of holiday favourites. Performers welcome – call to get on the program. Free event, Food Bank donations appreciated.

  • Friday, December 09, 2011 | Teacher Gift Workshop

    More info:
    Date: December 9
    Time: 6pm to 8pm
    Venue: Ceramics Canada: 385 Bloor St West, Oshawa, ON
    Cost: $20
    Children will paint their teacher a beautiful one of a kind piece and decorate a gift bag and tag. We will suggest pieces like mugs, pencil holders, lotion pump, etc. You must pre-register.

  • Saturday, December 10, 2011 | The Lion, the Witch & the Wardrobe Play

    More info:
    Date: 10:30am
    Time: December 10
    Venue: Oshawa Public Libraries Location: Legends Centre Branch
    Cost: FREE
    Join Marla Brennan and friends in this high energy version of the classic tale of Narnia which is expertly performed by the actors who portray all of the characters in the story. Following the play, learn about the experience of the actors and the creation of the show. All ages. 10:30 am. Free registration at any branch.

  • Saturday, December 10, 2011 | Sunderland Santa Claus Parade

    More info:
    Date: 6:30pm
    Time: December 10
    Venue: Sunderland
    Cost: FREE
    Starts at the arena

  • Saturday, December 10, 2011 | Make Your Own Needlefelted Holiday Ornaments!

    More info:
    Date: December tenth
    Time: 12:30pm-4:30pm
    Venue: 235 Queens Quay West, Toronto. The Harbourfront Centre
    Cost: $60
    Sarah Rosensweet teaches participants about the basic skills and materials required for needle felting! Using templates provided or their own creativity, participants complete a series of ornaments, which they can take home (materials included).

  • Saturday, December 10, 2011 | Candy Making For Families!

    More info:
    Date: December tenth
    Time: 10am-12pm
    Venue: 235 Queens Quay West, TorontoThe Harbourfront Centre
    Cost: $60 for 1 adult and 1 child; it is an extra $15 for each additional child
    Participants create a variety of no-bake sweets and treats that can easily be recreated anywhere! This one-day workshop is suitable for children ages five and up accompanied by a parent or caregiver (materials included).

  • Saturday, December 10, 2011 | Create Your Own Glass Tile Pendants!

    More info:
    Date: December tenth
    Time: 1:30pm-5:30pm
    Venue: 235 Queens Quay West, TorontoThe Harbourfront Centre
    Cost: $60
    In this one-day workshop, participants create beautiful pendants using glass tiles, Japanese paper, and collage with instructor Deborah Nolan learning how to string their pendants on a necklace or bracelet, finishing with crimps and fasteners!

  • Saturday, December 10, 2011 | Secret Santa Gift Workshop

    More info:
    Date: December 10
    Time: 10am to 12pm
    Venue: 385 Bloor St W, Unit 4b, Oshawa
    Cost: $20
    We're making Mom or Dad a secret gift during this workshop! Kids can choose to paint any item valued upto $12.95 for Mom or Dad or someone special! We're including a gift tag that they'll make and a gift bag that they'll decorate. NO PARENTS ALLOWED!

  • Saturday, December 10, 2011 | The 2nd Annual Wandering Winter Craft Show

    More info:
    Date: Saturday December 10th, 2011
    Time: 11AM - 5PM
    Venue: The Gladstone Hotel Ballroom1214 Queen Street WestToronto, ON
    Cost: Free Admission
    The Wandering Winter Craft show is an annual craft event that wanders the city during the holiday season staging one of a kind pop-up craft events and showcasing local artists and crafters and their locally made handicrafts.

  • Sunday, December 11, 2011 | Bicentennial Christmas in the Village

    More info:
    Date: 12-3:30pm
    Time: December 11
    Venue: Pickering Museum Village
    Visit the Museum Village as it springs to life with the inhabitants of the houses busily preparing for their holiday celebrations. Includes Scottish Hogmanay, Welsh traditions, Victorian English Christmas celebrations and Squire Jonathan´s Christmas Ball.

  • Tuesday, December 13, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

    More info:
    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Wednesday, December 14, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

    More info:
    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Thursday, December 15, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

    More info:
    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Friday, December 16, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

    More info:
    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Saturday, December 17, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

    More info:
    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Sunday, December 18, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

    More info:
    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Monday, December 19, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

    More info:
    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Tuesday, December 20, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

    More info:
    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Wednesday, December 21, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

    More info:
    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Thursday, December 22, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

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    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Friday, December 23, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

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    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Saturday, December 24, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

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    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Sunday, December 25, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

    More info:
    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Monday, December 26, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

    More info:
    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Tuesday, December 27, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

    More info:
    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Wednesday, December 28, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

    More info:
    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Thursday, December 29, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

    More info:
    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Friday, December 30, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

    More info:
    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Saturday, December 31, 2011 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

    More info:
    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Sunday, January 01, 2012 | Holiday Painting Exploration Workshops

    More info:
    Date: Dec 13 2011 - Jan 6 2012
    Time: 2-7pm
    Venue: Paintlounge, 3603 Hwy 7 East, Unit 106, Markham, ON L3R 8W3
    Cost: $25 for one, $95 for four
    Our workshops encourage your child to get creative and includes all materials. With a pack of 4 classes, we'll even award your child at the end of the 4 sessions with our Creative Paintlounger Certificate!

  • Wednesday, December 14, 2011 | Autograph session and skate with the Oshawa Generals

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    Date: 6pm
    Time: December 14
    Venue: Canlan Ice Sports, Canlan Ice Sports OSHAWA 1401 Phillip Murray Avenue, Oshawa
    Cost: $2 donation to Canadian Cancer Society
    Phone: 905-725-6951
    Autograph session and skate with the Oshawa Generals. They sign autographs from 6-6:30, then they´ll skate from 6:30-7:20pm.

  • Thursday, December 15, 2011 | Fantasy of Lights (4th Annual)

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    Time: December 15-24
    Venue: Elgin Park, Uxbridge
    Cost: Event is free. Donations are accepted.
    Christmas Wonderland Light Extravaganza. Multiple light displays throughout the park. Drive or walk through. All donations received go towards local youth activities and events.

  • Friday, December 16, 2011 | Teacher Gift Workshop

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    Date: December 16th
    Time: 6:30pm to 7:30pm
    Venue: 385 Bloor St W, Unit 4B, Oshawa, ON
    Cost: $12.95
    Make a one of a kind glass fused pendant for your teacher. She'll be proud to wear it! Make one for $12.95 or 2 for $20. Teachers will love these unique gifts! Please pre-register.

  • Saturday, December 17, 2011 | Chocolate Christmas House Workshop

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    Date: Dec 17, 2011
    Time: 10:30 am to noon
    Venue: 187 King Ave ENewcastle, OntAcross the road from the libary
    Cost: $22.50 includes all materials
    Using various colours of chocolate paint create a house completely of chocolate. Leave the workshop with a Christmas decoration worth eating. Good for people 3 (if accompanied by a parent) and up. Great parent and child outing

  • Saturday, December 17, 2011 | Secret Santa Gift Workshop

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    Date: December 17
    Time: 6pm tp 8pm
    Venue: 385 Bloor St W, Unit 4b, Oshawa,ON
    Cost: $20
    We're making Mom or Dad a secret gift during this workshop! Kids can choose to paint any item valued upto $12.95 for Mom or Dad or someone special! We're including a gift tag that they'll make and a gift bag that they'll decorate. NO PARENTS ALLOWED! Cost $ 20

  • Sunday, December 18, 2011 | Christmas Concert 'A Christmas Carol'

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    Date: 3pm
    Time: December 18
    Venue: Trinity United Church, Uxbridge
    Cost: Adults $20, Seniors $18, Students $15, Children 12 and under free
    This concert features the CBC version of Dickens' Christmas Carol. Readings of the story will be interspersed with seasonal music from the Uxbridge Chamber Choir, with s guest performance from the Uxbridge Youth Choir. A special guest reader will be Judy Maddren of CBC Radio. Proceeds from this concert will benefit the Uxbridge Cottage Hospital and attendees are encourage to bring a donation for the Loaves and Fishes Foodbank. Tickets will be available shortly at Presents Presents and Blue Heron Books in Uxbridge, or athe door. Performance time is 3 pm.

  • Wednesday, December 21, 2011 | Family Skate

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    Date: 4:30pm
    Time: December 21
    Venue: Canlan Ice Sports, Canlan Ice Sports OSHAWA 1401 Phillip Murray Avenue, Oshawa
    Cost: $2 donation to Canadian Cancer Society
    Phone: 905-725-6951
    Family Skate, all proceeds go to the Canadian Cancer Society

  • Friday, December 23, 2011 | Kids Nite Out Christmas Party!

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    Date: December 23
    Time: 6pm to 9pm
    Venue: 385 Bloor St W, Unit 4B, Oshawa, ON L1J 5Y5
    Cost: $25
    This is a special KIDS NITE OUT! It's our Kids Nite Out CHRISTMAS PARTY! We go all out on this event... We will start with pizza and drinks then we'll paint an item of choice valued up to $12.95. We'll play Christmas games, sing Christmas Carols and paint Christmas ornaments. We'll decorate our dessert and open the small gifts that Santa has left for each of our participants! Lots of fun for all ages! Cost $25

  • Friday, December 23, 2011 | Family Skate

    More info:
    Date: 6:15pm
    Time: December 23
    Venue: Canlan Ice Sports, Canlan Ice Sports OSHAWA 1401 Phillip Murray Avenue, Oshawa
    Cost: $2 donation to Canadian Cancer Society
    Phone: 905-725-6951
    Family Skate, all proceeds going to the Canadian Cancer Socity

  • Saturday, December 24, 2011 | Messy Christmas

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    Date: December 24th
    Time: 10 am to 12 noon
    Venue: St Thomas Anglican Church101 Winchester Rd. E.Brooklin ON
    Cost: none
    Hear the re-telling of the Christmas story and explore its meaning through crafts, songs and activities at Messy Church. Messy Church offers a family friendly faith experience geared to families with young children. Coffee and refreshments.

  • Monday, December 26, 2011 | Christmas Camp 2011

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    Date: Monday, December 26 to Friday, December 30
    Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM
    Venue: Heartland Equestrian.ca9570 Duffs RoadWhitby, ONL0B 1A0
    Cost: 325.00 plus tax
    Join us for our Christmas Camp! Kids can learn to ride, and have fun in the snow! Spaces are limited, so book your child's spot today! For more information, please call us at 905-655-8968 or email tod@heartlandequestrian.ca

  • Tuesday, December 27, 2011 | Movie Mornings: Cars 2 (rated PG)

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    Date: 27-12-2011
    Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
    Venue: Ajax Public Library, Main Branch55 Harwood Avenue SouthAjax, On L1S 2H8
    Cost: free
    December Movie Mornings Visit the Main Branch for a morning movie during the holiday break: Cars 2 (rated PG) Tuesday, 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. 8830 during regular library hours. Registration begins December 12 at 10:00 a.m.

  • Tuesday, December 27, 2011 | Snow White

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    Time: December 27 - January 7
    Venue: The Whitby Centennial Theatre
    Cost: Adult $25.00 Kids $15.00 Seniors $22.00
    Snow White - Professional, all singing, all dancing and laugh–out–loud comedy. A wonderful classic story. Fun for all ages from 3 years to 103 years old.

  • Wednesday, December 28, 2011 | Movie Mornings: The Smurfs (rated PG)

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    Date: 28-12-2011
    Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
    Venue: Ajax Public Library, Main Branch55 Harwood Avenue SouthAjax, On L1S 2H8
    Cost: free
    December Movie Mornings Visit the Main Branch for a morning movie during the holiday break: The Smurfs (rated PG) Wednesday, 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. 8830 during regular library hours. Registration begins December 12 at 10:00 a.m.

  • Thursday, December 29, 2011 | Free Family Skating Night

    More info:
    Date: 6-9pm
    Time: December 29
    Venue: South Courtice Arena
    Cost: FREE
    Phone: 905-697-1900
    Family Skating Night, compliments of The Homesmiths & The VanderDuim Mortgage Team A fun family skate to stretch your legs and get some exercise with loved ones over the holiday season! Please join us and feel free to invite others. To give us an idea of attendees, please RSVP to media@royalservice.ca or call 905.697.1900

  • Friday, December 30, 2011 | Movie Mornings: Winnie the Pooh (rated G)

    More info:
    Date: 30-12-2011
    Time: 10:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.
    Venue: Ajax Public Library, Main Branch55 Harwood Avenue SouthAjax, On L1S 2H8
    Cost: free
    December Movie Mornings Visit the Main Branch for a morning movie during the holiday break: Winnie the Pooh (rated G) Friday, December 30 at 10:30 a.m. Space is limited to 100. Register for this free program in person or by calling 905-683-4000, ext. 8830 during regular library hours. Registration begins December 12 at 10:00 a.m.

  • Saturday, December 31, 2011 | New Year's Eve Family Party

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    Date: December 31,2011
    Time: 6pm- 9pm
    Venue: 75 Centennial Road, Ajax Community Centre
    Cost: $3.00 - $4.00
    Join the Town of Ajax to 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. Tickets will be sold in advanced at the Ajax and McLean Community Centre. Cost of tickets: $3.00 Youth / Seniors, $4.00 Adults, Children under 3 are free. For more information on the New Year´s Eve Family Party, go to www.townofajax.com.

  • Saturday, December 31, 2011 | Oshawa Celebrates

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    Date: 6-9pm
    Time: December 31
    Venue: Legends Centre, 1661 Harmony Rd N, Oshawa
    Phone: 905-436-5455
    Ring in the New Year at the Legends Centre (1661 Harmony Road North, just north of Taunton Road) on December 31 from 6 – 9 pm. Oshawa Celebrates 2012 is a free event featuring skating, swimming, face painting, arts & crafts, jumping castles and so much more. Complimentary hot chocolate sponsored by the Oshawa Rotary Club, will also be available. In addition, the Oshawa Public Libraries will be offering children´s library activities. The grand finale to the evening will be the kids New Year´s countdown at 9 pm. To learn more visit www.oshawa.ca/events or call the Legends Centre at 905-436-5455.

  • Saturday, December 31, 2011 | Toronto Zoo 8th Annual New Year's Eve Family Countdown

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    Date: 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm (doors open at 4:30pm)
    Time: December 31
    Venue: Toronto Zoo, Meadowvale Road, Scarborough
    Cost: see website for ticket pricing
    Visit with some new and wild friends in the Indo-Malaya Pavilion and in the Tundra Trek. Don't miss some great entertainment including ABBAMANIA, The WotWots and Majinx Magic Show. Plus check out Meet & Greets with Shrek and of course some WILD animals! The fun begins at 5:00 pm and runs until 8:00 pm when we have our very own Kid's 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.

  • Saturday, December 31, 2011 | Pickering New Year`s Eve Family Countdown

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    Date: 7-9pm
    Time: December 31
    Venue: Pickering Recreation Complex – O´Brien Rink
    Cost: FREE
    Free family skate & swim with games, prizes and New Year Countdown. To celebrate Pickering´s Bicentennial there will be a time capsule for residents to add items to. To be opened 2111. Bring a food donation for our local food bank.

  • Sunday, January 01, 2012 | Winter Break at the Zoo!

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    Time: January 1-8
    Venue: Toronto Zoo, 361A Old Finch Avenue, Toronto
    Cost: see website for ticket pricing
    The Toronto Zoo is the place to be on winter break from January 1 to 8! Enjoy free wagon rides presented by Right at Home Realty, meet a Zoo keeper and get WILD with your animal friends!