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Wednesday, February 23, 2011

March Break Guide for local families

We've got March Break across Durham Region and the GTA covered! Not only do we have the scoop on camps and indoor activities here in our guide, but you can find even more fun in our regularly updated events calendar, which is sure not to disappoint. Explore, relax, enjoy and have fun with your family this March Break!

March Break Guide for Durham and GTA families

 
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Free and On the Cheap in and Around Durham Region

Don't miss out on all the great things that Durham Region has to offer. Check out your local library and rec centre for their family activities.

Tobogganing
Don't miss out on our toboganning guide for great local hills.

Local Libraries
Our local libraries are offering story telling, movies and spelling activities so make sure you search our directory to find the library closest to you and don't miss out on the fun.

Something Sweet
The Purple Woods Maple Syrup Festival is a sweet treat not to be missed. Enjoy a walk through the woods, hot apple cider, pancakes drenched with fresh maple syrup and a wagon ride. Visit their website for admission prices and more details.

Family Hikes
There are lots of great walking paths full of adventure across Durham. The winter is a great time to bird watch and follow animal tracks.

Skating & Swimming
Durham Region has an abundance of great pools, skating rinks and rec centres so don't miss out on everything they have to offer.

Miscellaneous Places to Go and Things to See

YMCA Durham Region (offering March Break camps and more for the whole family)

Ontario Early Years Centres

Town of Ajax March Break Camps & Drop Ins

Clarington March Break Camps

Clarington Museum

City of Oshawa March Break Camps & Activities

Oshawa Community Museum

City of Pickering March Break Camps & Activities

Toronto Zoo

Town of Whitby March Break Leisure Schedule

Whitby Station Gallery offers art adventures for all ages.

 
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Clarington Gymnastics Academy

We strive to provide excellence in all program areas; If your child simply wants to have FUN, we have a program that fits your needs. Our dynamic recreational staff is all N.C.C.P. Certified, and our Motto is Fun, Fitness and Fundamentals.

www.clargym.com

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March Break Art & Innovation Camp

March 14th - 18th for JK to Grade 4.
9:00am-4:00pm with extended hours available.
$130.00 per child per week or $30.00 for single day sessions
Plus art workshops for older kids. Call or check our website for details.
905-987-2264
www.agiftof-art.com

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Pickering Athletic Centre Camps provide opportunities daily to experience our 17,000 sq foot gym and all areas of gymnastics. These include vault, bars, beam, floor, (4 inground) trampolines, our foam pits, inground tumble trak and conditioning. As well, there are plenty of games, activities and crafts to enjoy.

www.pickeringathleticcentre.com/

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The Second City presents The Absolutely Positively Completely Made-Up Show, a hilarious hour of improvised and sketch comedy perfect for boys and girls.
Great for Birthday Parties! Saturday mornings at 11am. Additional performances Family Day weekend and March Break.

Tickets $12, or $40 for Family 4-Pack.
www.secondcity.com
51 Mercer St. (just steps from the CN tower)

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What a fantastic experience for a child! Sportball clinics focus on the eight core Sportball sports, snack time, stories and co-operative games.
Our certified coaches teach more advanced skills and provide opportunities to refine, rehearse and repeat them.

www.sportball.ca

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Laurie's Learn To Skate
March Break Camps and Programs (limited spaces available)
Synthetic ice and Real ice programs offered daytime and evening classes...
Art Thompson Arena 1474 Bayly St. Pickering
905 831-7111

www.laurieslearntoskate.com

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