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INTERPLAY

Interplay and PSB offers preprofessional classes in classical ballet and a full range of recreational classes for ages 3 to adult in ballet, pointe, repertoire, pas de deux, jazz, modern/contemporary, tap, musical theatre, hip hop, ballet fit barre, zumba, adult classes.

PSB Dance Academy

Intensive, Enhanced pre-professional ballet program, RAD ballet program and recreational from 3 & up. The Intensive Dance Program provides training to selective and dedicated students who may wish to pursue a career in ballet, jazz and/or contemporary dance. This program also gives the dancer the opportunity to dance with the Interplay and Profile Dance Company as well as compete in annual dance competitions.

New enhanced pre-professional ballet program for Grade 7-12 starting in September 2013. Program is by audition only and entails students to dance 3 hours daily. This program is for dancers who would like to pursue a professional career focusing on ballet

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TURKEY Thanksgiving is a time to be appreciative and a time to enjoy delicious food– but the meal shouldn’t be the responsibility of just one person. As the saying goes, ‘many hands make light work’. By teaching your kids how to help in the kitchen from meal prep to cleanup, you’re also helping them understand how to prepare healthy meals and appreciate food for years to come. Helping in the kitchen teaches useful skills that will last long past dinnertime and create some great moments together as a family as well. Here are a few tips on how children of all ages can lend a hand and learn in the kitchen: • Grocery discoveries: Kids of all ages can learn the tricks of the kitchen on a trip to the grocery store. When children are involved in picking out new foods, such as exciting vegetables, they’re more likely to try (and enjoy) new things, helping to expand their palate. • Meal math: Task elementary-aged kids to measuring out certain ingredients using measuring cups and spoons. Once measured, invite them to mix as needed to learn what the end result will be. • Little chefs: Setting the table and retrieving ingredients from the pantry or refrigerator are good activities for younger children who might not have the skills necessary to prepare food. • Team cleanup: Ensure everyone lends a hand with the cleanup! Assign chores based on age, and make

it a little fun by encouraging the kids to race for prizes, like first choice at dessert time. • Buddy System: Always have an adult present in the kitchen when children are helping with food preparation and ensure knives or other sharp objects and hot elements are well out of reach of little hands. – newscanada.com

Thanksgiving in Canada Here are a few Canadian Thanksgiving Facts to share with your little ones while preparing the family feast!  English explorer Martin Frobisher may be the father of Canadian Thanksgiving. In 1578, after landing in Newfoundland, he gave thanks for safe arrival.  Thanksgiving became an official Canadian holiday on January 31, 1957, when Canadian Parliament announced, “A day of general thanksgiving to almighty God for the bountiful harvest with which Canada has been blessed will be observed on the second Monday in October.”  Since then, Thanksgiving officially occurs on the second Monday in October. However, the most common day to eat the Thanksgiving meal is the Sunday during the three-day weekend.  In Quebec the celebration is a bit different. Englishspeaking residents may celebrate, but French Canadians generally do not involve themselves in the festivities.

Toronto Turkey Day Events Thanksgiving Cupcake Decorating Oct 12 Your child will learn from top pastry chefs how to properly use a piping bag and create a magical autumn themed cupcake. Space is limited. Casa Loma 647-725-1822, casaloma.org

Thanksgiving Dinners Oct 13 - 14 Celebrate Thanksgiving with your friends and family with a delicious, traditional feast.

Oct 14 Join us on Thanksgiving for a Festive Holiday Brunch! Seating times Available: 11:30am, 12:00pm, 1:30pm, 2:00pm. Casa Loma 416-533-1573, casaloma.org

will express our gratitude to the throngs of people who have included us in their busy summer plans, and for the art and artists who continue to distinguish us from the myriad of other options for which Toronto is well known. Harbourfront Centre 416-973-4000 www.harbourfrontcentre.com /harbourkids

HarbourKIDS: Thanksgiving

Thanksgiving Food Tour

Reservations required. Black Creek Pioneer Village 416-667-6295, blackcreek.ca

Thanksgiving Day Brunch

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Thanksgiving

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you will be guided through Kensington market to enjoy several delicious tastings, including local and seasonal specialties. Along the way, you will have the opportunity to shop for the big meal if you wish, learn about the history and heritage of the neighbourhood, meet and greet shopkeepers, and enjoy the unique atmosphere of the market. This is a great way to spend the holiday with family and friends! www.savourtoronto.com 1-855-472-8687

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Bracing for braces Getting braces is a rite of passage for many children. While some children cannot wait to get braces and correct problems with crooked teeth, others are a bit nervous about the experience. Braces use a series of brackets and wires to treat

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malocclusion, a Latin term that translates to "bad bite." Many brackets are cemented to the teeth with an impermanent product that is designed to be durable while the braces are worn. When the braces need to be removed, the cement is scraped off, leaving no damage to the teeth. But it doesn't take much force to remove these brackets from the teeth, necessitating repairs. Certain foods can break brackets or bend wires, while others can get stuck in rubber bands used when wearing braces. Monitoring diet can prolong the life of the braces and shorten the amount of time they need to be worn. Hard foods, such as nuts, ice cubes, apples, and crunchy crusts, can damage the fragile components of the braces. Sticky foods, such as caramel, gummy candies, gum, and taffy, can pull apart braces or get wrapped around the hardware, making for a difficult time cleaning the teeth. Similarly, sweet foods, including some fruits that are high in sugar, can feed bacteria on the teeth. Braces make it more difficult

to clean the teeth effectively, so consuming excessive amounts of sugar may result in decay. Small foods also can become lodged in between brackets and wires. When such foods are not removed, they can promote bacteria growth and cavities. It is important to maintain scheduled professional dental cleanings when you are wearing braces. Regular brushing and using small devices designed to get into the crevices created by the braces can help keep teeth clean. When eating, cut foods into bite-sized pieces to avoid having to bite down into them. Many foods,

s u c h as chicken wings, ribs or corn on the cob, can be enjoyed by those wearing braces so long as they are eaten with a fork. Apples also can be sliced and eaten. Here are the foods that you may want to avoid for the duration of your time wearing braces: hard pizza crust; popcorn; bagels; hard candies; chips and other crunchy snacks; peanut brittle; nuts; raw carrots; pretzels; candy; gum; beef jerky; hard tacos; soda; and sugary soft drinks. – MS

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Goodbye sunscreen and floppy hats, hello mittens and coats. For your baby, wintertime means snow, holidays, and other firsts – although it also can also mean dry skin, runny noses, and common colds. With a little foresight and the following tips, you can maintain your baby’s health and focus on having fun this season:

USE BATH TIME TO SOOTHE FUSSY BABIES First, accept a simple fact: no matter how many layers you pile on, your child will eventually get the sniffles. Like most grownups, babies get fussy when they get stuffed noses, congested chests, and sore throats, but don’t panic - there are many things you can do to help comfort him or her. Warm baths are a tried-and-true way to comfort a fussy baby and specially formulated products can help. Try an herbal bathwash enriched with eucalyptus, rosemary or menthol, which are known for their aromatherapy benefits. The vapours offer comfort when poured into a warm bath - just be sure the formula is dermatologist-tested, soap-free, clinically proven to be mild, and won’t dry out your little one’s sensitive skin.

EMBRACE HUMIDITY In the winter, exposure to indoor heat intensifies congestion and irritates skin. By setting up a humidifier in your child’s room, you can make sure that he or she breathes easily. When used in combination with a moisturizer, a humidifier will also keep baby skin soft and glowing. A cool mist is preferred to a warm one for baby and young children to avoid potential burns if curious fingers get too close. Cool mist humidifiers are often more cost effective as well, as you’re not paying for the heating element.

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MOISTURIZE DAILY As the weather begins to cool down it can play havoc with even the most resilient skin, severely drying it out. As soft as it may feel, your baby’s skin loses moisture nearly two times faster than yours, so it needs special attention. To combat dryness before it begins, consider deep-hydrating treatments that lock moisture in for 24 hours, so your baby’s skin is protected. Gentle baby massage is one way to incorporate moisturizing into your daily routine, while deepening the bond between you and your baby. – newscanada.com

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octoberevents Shrek The Musical

Sep 19 - Oct 19 Featuring a terrific score of 19 all-new songs, big laughs, great dancing and breathtaking scenery, Shrek The Musical is part romance, part twisted fairy tale and all irreverent fun for everyone! Randolph Theatre www.lowerossingtontheatre.com

Markham Fair

Oct 3, 2013 to Oct 6, 2013 As well as the competitive displays, the community is further brought together to enjoy various forms of entertainment such as horse pull, demolition derby, tractor pull, midway rides and displays of farm animals. Markham Fairgrounds www.markhamfair.ca

ROM Sleepover: Mesopotamia

Oct 4, 2013 to Oct 5, 2013 Start the night off right with a special movie screening. Uncover the ancient secrets of the Mesopotamia while having exclusive after-hours access to the blockbuster exhibit, Mesopotamia: Inventing Our World. Royal Ontario Museum 416-586-5797 ext 1, www.rom.on.ca

Scarborough Strides

Oct 4, 12:00 pm until 3:00 pm This initiative, organized by The Scarborough Hospital Foundation, includes healthy living speaker series, workouts and free community concert. Albert Campbell Square www.scarboroughstrides.com

Toronto Coin Expo

Oct 4 - 5 Featuring 30+ internationally renowned coin & banknote dealers, representing Canada, United States, and the World of collectable currencies. This is Toronto’s Coin Show, and you are sure to find one-of-a-kind treasures. $6 - Kids 16 and under Free Toronto Reference Library www.torontocoinexpo.ca

Rescue Me Weekend

Oct 5 - 6 Come and meet the rescue groups who work to find loving new homes for their rescued dogs and cats. Meet some of the animals that are available. Discover what to expect when adopting a rescue, and more! PawsWay 416-360-7297, www.pawsway.ca

Scotiabank Nuit Blanche

Oct 5 - 6 Audiences can experience more than 110 art pieces on Saturday October 5, from 7pm to 7am. This year Nathan Phillips Square features “Forever Bicycles” a sculpture by artist Ai Weiwei as well as are projects along the city’s streets, in corporate lobbies, store fronts and alleyways for a single night. Free. Various Locations, Toronto, ON www.scotiabanknuitblanche.ca

Toronto Zoo Celebrates Fall!

Oct 5 -14 There is something for everyone in your family including Fall Foliage Tours, Photography-The Zoo and You-sessions, Preparing Your Garden For Winter and Tundra Trek Tours. Don’t forget that Kids, 12 and Under, Receive FREE* Admission on Weekends and School Holidays! Until Monday, October 14, 2013 when accompanied by an adult. 416-813-6166, www.torontozoo.com

Snow White at Solar Stage

Oct 5 - 26 Come and see how Snow White escapes the wicked queen’s plot. With tuneful songs, spirited dancing, and interactive fun, this will be a great show! (Musical Comedy Play) Ages 3 - 10. 416-368-8031, www.solarstage.on.ca

Peter Pan at the Living Arts Centre

Oct 5 This touring production explores the journey of a group of children in turn-of-the-century London who use their imaginations to re-enact the story of Peter Pan. This story empowers children to create their own world of make-believe. Living Arts Centre - RBC Theatre 905-306-6000, www.livingartscentre.ca

Saturday Fall Foliage Trips

Saturdays - Oct 5 -12 Journey along the ridge of the Oak Ridges Moraine through woods and pastures. You may see horses, and the many small ponds alongside the route which are home to water birds and beavers. Board the train in Uxbridge and enjoy a kaleidescope of colours on this 90 minute round trip. Stouffville Station and Uxbridge Station 905-852-3696, www.ydhr.ca

The 34th Annual International Festival of Authors

Oct 24 - Nov 3 Each fall, the International Festival of Authors (IFOA) brings together the world’s best writers of contemporary literature for 11 days of readings, interviews, lectures, round table discussions and public book signings. Tickets to most events are $18, $15 for supporters, students and youth 25 and under.

Harbourfront Centre 416-973-4000, www.harbourfrontcentre.com

Dora The Explorer LIVE! Kids Edition

Weekends - Oct 5 - 20 The audience helps Dora and friends navigate over Dancing Mountain, through Silly Singing Bridge and to confront the Pirate Piggies. Along the way, the audience will use their map-reading, counting, musical and language skills to successfully help Dora reach the treasure! Randolph Theatre www.lowerossingtontheatre.com

CIBC Run for the Cure

Oct 6 - 8:30 am until 1:00 pm The Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation CIBC Run for the Cure is Canada’s largest single day, volunteer-led fundraising event dedicated to raising funds for breast cancer research, education and awareness programs. University of Toronto - St. George Campus 416-596-6773x264, www.runforthecure.com

Music & Truffles

Oct 6 and 20 Designed for young people ages 5-15, Music & Truffles is also a great series for adults just starting to explore the mysteries and ecstasies of great music - you are not required to bring a child and you will get a truffle at the end anyway! $13 per ticket. Walter Hall UofT Faculty of Music 416-922-3714x103, www.mooredaleconcerts.com

Time for Preschool?

Harvest Festival at Todmorden Mills

Gibson House P.A. Day Adventures

High Park Harvest Festival

Super Fun P.A. Day Camp

Nature and Heritage Hikes

P.A. Day - Sounds like Science

Oct 6 - 12:00 pm until 4:00 pm Musicians, historic cooking demonstrations and tastings, children’s crafts and more! New this year, Words in Motion present Voices in the Valley, a theatrical exploration of Todmorden’s history. Free. Todmorden Mills Heritage Museum and Arts Centre 416-396-2819, www.toronto.ca/museums Oct 6 - 12:00 pm until 4:30 pm Enjoy the harvest in High Park with food, crafts, music, horse and wagon rides, warm apple cider and more. Free admission to grounds, activity and merchandise fees apply. Activities take place at Colborne Lodge and the Children’s Garden. 416-392-6916, www.toronto.ca/museums Oct 6 Join Evergreen on an exploration of Toronto’s largest watershed! Discover the natural flora, fauna and heritage of the Don River in this series of free scenic and guided hikes for the whole family. Visit us online for more info, hikes and meeting locations. Free! Evergreen Brick Works 416-596-1495x335, www.ebw.evergreen.ca

Oct 11 - 9:00 am until 4:30 pm Sign your child up for a day filled with crafts, cooking, games and more! Participants make their own hearthcooked lunch in the historic kitchen. Pre-registration and pre-payment required. $30 plus tax per child. Gibson House 416-395-7432, www.toronto.ca/museums Oct 11 Scarborough Museum is the boredom buster for P.A. days and special school holidays! Bake over the open hearth, make crafts, play games, and explore Thomson Memorial Park. Lunch is Included. $33 per child. Scarborough Museum 416-338-8807, www.toronto.ca/torontofun Oct 11 Bring your 5 to 12 year olds to discover and explore at through hands-on science activities and exclusive access to the exhibit halls. Your kids will have a thrilling, unforgettable and educational experience with our knowledgeable and energetic Camp Counsellors. Ontario Science Center 416-696-3256, ontariosciencecentre.ca

Northwood Academy Montessori Plus!

• Parent & Tot • Nursery • Kindergarten OUSE H N E P O DAYS S E N D WE 9-5 PM

The Academic Advantages of Montessori plus the Fun of Bilingual E.C.E. Enrichment plus the Helpful Conveniences of Day Care. Ages 1-5 Years • Flexible Scheduling • Extended Hours

Finch Campus 1080 Finch Avenue East, 416-492-9495 Madawaska Campus 53 Madawaska Avenue, 416-250-8302

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octevents Canadian Tire Run for Playgrounds

Oct 12 - 8:45 am until 1:00 pm Why are we running? Playgrounds are the heart of our communities, but many need to be rejuvenated. So we’re holding the first Canadian Tire Run For Playgrounds event. An 8k run, a 5k walk/run or stroll and a kids “Fun Run” event to raise money to help give local kids a sporting chance through Canadian Tire Jumpstart and revitalize our community playgrounds through the Toronto Parks and Trees Foundation. High Park www.runforplaygrounds.ca

Pinkalicious The Musical - Extended!

Oct 20 and Oct 27 Pinkalicious can’t stop eating pink cupcakes despite warnings from her parents. Her pink indulgence lands her at the doctor’s office with Pinkititis. But when her hue goes too far, only Pinkalicious can figure out a way to get out of this predicament. Due to the popularity of this show, advance tickets are suggested. Lower Ossington Theatre 416-915-6747, www.lowerossingtontheatre.com

International Red Panda Day

Oct 13 Learn all about these amazing and endangered creatures and meet our red panda family! Don’t miss a special meet-the-keeper talk plus enrichment feeding at 1:00 pm and 3:00 pm and bid on fun prizes in a panda-themed silent auction. A 416-813-6166, www.torontozoo.com

A Story Before Time at YPT

Oct 16 - 24 A powerful First Nations story from Kaha:wi Dance Theatre, written by Drew Hayden Taylor and created by Santee Smith. On the Mainstage from October 16-24. Original music, dance, and theatre unite to bring this entertaining and insightful Onkwehonwe (First Nation) Creation Story to life. Young People’s Theatre 416-862-2222, www.youngpeoplestheatre.ca

International Archaeology Day

Oct 19 All over the world institutions are hosting events to celebrate the Archaeological Institute of America’s International Archaeology Day on October 19th 2013. Join us at the ROM and take part too! Explore archaeology around the world, through hands-on activities, crafts, ancient objects, and more! Royal Ontario Museum 416-586-5797 ext 1, www.rom.on.ca

Autumn Harvest Tea at Montgomery’s Inn

ongoingevents Half Price Fridays at Gardiner Museum

Oct 20 - 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm Savour harvest-time with fresh-baked apple crisp and tea by the fireside. $10 per person, includes a tour of the Inn, bake sale, and demonstrations. Cost $10. Montgomery’s Inn 416-394-8113, www.toronto.ca/museums

Fridays in October Admission is ½ price every Friday from 4–9pm and all day on the first Friday of every month. Visit our website for a complete listing of Friday night events. Gardiner Museum 416-586-8080, www.gardinermuseum.com

POWER KIDS: Verbal Self Portraits

Ongoing Born to be Wild is an inspiring story of love, dedication and the remarkable bond between humans and animals. This film documents orphaned orangutans and elephants and the extraordinary people who rescue and raise them – saving endangered species one life at a time. Ontario Science Center 416-696-3127, www.ontariosciencecentre.ca

Oct 20 - 2:00 pm until 3:00 pm Inspired by Micah Lexier’s Self Portrait as Wall Text, participants in this workshop will explore the potential of text and language to express aspects of identity in self portraits that are both visual and verbal. Participants will use a variety of artistic media such as ink, markers, collage, and stenciling to create their individual self portraits, and will take them home at the end of the session. Free. The Power Plant Contemporary Art Gallery 416-973-4949, www.thepowerplant.org

The Great Kids Stuff Sale

Oct 26 - 9:00 am until 12:00 pm Come shop for high quality items for newborns, babies and kids up to 6 years old -- this is the place to be! You will find clothes, strollers, high chairs, toys and more! Thousands of brand name, new and gently used baby and kids’ items at incredible prices! St. Clement’s Church www.greatkidsstuffsale.com

David Bowie Is at the AGO - Family Sunday

Oct 27 - 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm In conjunction with David Bowie is, the AGO is launching its first Family Sunday of the season on Oct. 27 from 1 to 4 p.m. This Bowie-inspired Family Sunday will feature costume-making stations, an all-day dance party, family karaoke, a musical tour of the AGO’s collections and more. Families are encouraged to attend in Bowiethemed attire. Family Sundays are included with regular Gallery admission. Art Gallery of Ontario 416-979-6648

For more October events, visit: www.toronto4kids.com

Born to be Wild

Collected in the Field: “Shoemaking Traditions from Around the World” Until Dec 31, 2013 Join us for our newest exhibition highlighting the history of shoemaking traditions, many of which are slowly disappearing. Bata Shoe Museum 327 Bloor St. West, Toronto www.batashoemuseum.ca

Family Sundays at McMichael

Sundays in October Join us on select Sundays each month for our popular Family Sundays. Enjoy hands-on art activities and live entertainment, along with seasonal nature walks, tours, and our family favourite Discovery Space. Fun for the whole family! McMichael Canadian Art Collection 10365 Islington Avenue, Kleinburg, ON 905-893-1121 www.mcmichael.com

Flight of the Butterflies at Ontario Science Centre

Ongoing It was a Canadian who engaged the world’s first team of citizen scientists, found the secret hideaway of the monarch butterflies and discovered the most incredible migration on Earth – a scientific adventure at its best. Follow the story and year-long, multi-generational migration cycle of hundreds of millions of monarchs from their remote overwintering sanctuaries in Mexico, across the U.S. to Canada. New IMAX film. Ontario Science Centre 770 Don Mills Road, Toronto, ON

416-696-3127 www.ontariosciencecentre.ca

Hands in the Bowl at Evergreen Brick Works

Saturdays in October Caregivers and children aged 4 to 7 are invited to come roll up their sleeves and learn how to mix, grate, mash, and eat their delicious creations! This fun family program engages all the senses while sparking a life-long love of food in the youngest among us. No registration required. Space is limited to a maximum of 12 children. $5 suggested donation. Evergreen Brick Works 550 Bayview Ave, Suite 300, Toronto, ON 416-596-1495 http://ebw.evergreen.ca/whats-on/kids-families/ hands-in-the-bowl

Eyes on the Skies at the Science Centre

Ongoing This one-of-a-kind, lively program introduces preschool children to the night-time sky through singing, connect-the-stars constellations and a journey to the moon. The program was designed especially for our youngest visitors and lasts no longer than 20 minutes to accommodate wandering minds and little feet. All participants receive a certificate of landing on the moon and a follow-up activity guide. Ontario Science Center, 770 Don Mills Road, Toronto 416-696-3127 www.ontariosciencecentre.ca

Family Days at Gardiner Museum

Every Sunday, 9 - 1 to 4 pm Bring the whole family to the Gardiner for fun-filled days with programming geared towards the kids. Free with admission, and kids under 12 get in for free if accompanied by an adult. Includes films, tours for kids, craft tables & more. Gardiner Museum 416-586-8080 www.gardinermuseum.com

Fiddler on the Roof at the Stratford Festival

Until Oct 20, 2013 This affectionately humorous portrait of life in a Jewish village in Tsarist Russia centres on Tevye, a milkmanphilosopher who finds his values challenged by his daughters’ insistence on following their hearts rather than the dictates of tradition. Kids’ tickets only *36 each with ther Family Experience program. Festival Theatre 55 Queen St. Stratford, ON 800-567-1600

www.stratfordfestival.ca/family

Hockey Hall of Fame - Stanley’s Game Seven

Until Dec 31, 2014 Hockey’s first 3D film is a stunning mix of 3D originally filmed hockey action teamed with computer-generated photo-realistic 3D animation and classic archival footage from some of the most renowned moments in Stanley Cup history – the film literally jumps off the screen. Hockey Hall of Fame, Brookfield Place, 30 Yonge Street 416-933-8215 www.hhof.com

Les Misérables

Until Feb 2, 2014 Cameron Mackintosh presents his acclaimed new production of Boublil & Schönberg’s legendary musical, LES MISÉRABLES, with glorious new staging and dazzlingly reimagined scenery inspired by the paintings of Victor Hugo. Princess of Wales Theatre 300 King Street West, Toronto, ON 416-872-1212 www.mirvish.com

Under the Sea

Ongoing This film takes you into fascinating underwater locales such as the Great Barrier Reef and the Coral Triangle for face-to-face encounters with some of the most mysterious and stunning creatures of the sea. Ontario Science Center, 770 Don Mills Road, Toronto 416-696-3127 www.ontariosciencecentre.ca

Weekend Family Fun at the Bata Shoe Museum

Weekends in October Parents, the next time you hear “There’s nothing to do!” bring your children aged 3 to 9 over to the Museum to paint a mini-clog, try on shoes, and go on a treasure hunt in the galleries! Bata Shoe Museum, 327 Bloor St. West, Toronto 416-979-7799 x242 www.batashoemuseum.ca For more ongoing events, visit: www.toronto4kids.com/calendar

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spooktacularT.O. Camp Spooky

Oct 4 - 27 Join Charlie Brown, Snoopy and the whole Peanuts gang for Camp Spooky – a fun Halloween event for the whole family! With children’s rides, spooky kid-sized mazes, candy, a daily costume parade, and a fun children’s show; Camp Spooky at Canada’s Wonderland will make your kids scream for more! Admission to Camp Spooky is included with Park admission! Canada’s Wonderland www.canadaswonderland.com

Screemers

Oct 11 - Nov 2 The Halloween tradition takes over the CNE grounds, with haunted houses, mazes, monsters, creatures and more. The attractions include Terror in 3D, The Haunted House, The Asylum, The Black Hole, Skull Castle, The Maniac Maze, and Curtain Chaos. Screemers is not recommended for those under 10. Queen Elizabeth Complex www.screemers.ca

Is Casa Loma Haunted?

Oct 14 - 29 The Evening will commence in the Library for a quick introduction and breakdown of haunted tales, a sneak peak at your hosts Paranormal Equipment, and perhaps listen to some of the

amazing EVP’s captured during some of the investigations that have taken place at The Castle. We will then proceed forward for a mini tour – allowing you, our honoured guests, some extra time to investigate on your own! Casa Loma, 416-533-1573 canadasmosthauntedmedia.com/casa-loma

The Haunted Walk Toronto

Oct 15, 2013 to Nov 2, 2013 Discover Toronto’s ghost stories and darker history. Hear of the city’s haunted theaters, public hangings and the terrifying encounters at Mackenzie House. This tour will be departing from in front of the Hockey Hall of Fame. Various Locations, Toronto hauntedwalk.com/torontohalloween.php

Fort York After Dark Lantern Tours

October 18, 19, 25 & 26 Tour the grounds at night, and hear stories about this national treasure and the history that surrounds it. From the haunted lighthouse to the bloody Battle of York, don’t miss this great event. The tour will also visit two military cemeteries near the Fort. This event is not recommended for under 8 yrs. Fort York National Historic Site 416-392-6907, www.toronto.ca/museums

Haunted High Park

Oct 19 - 6:30 pm until 7:30 pm Visit Colborne Lodge and its grounds at night and hear about legends and ghost stories that have been told about the Lodge and High Park. Period refreshments included. (Not recommended for children under 8) 416-392-6916, www.toronto.ca/museums

Family Halloween Train Rides

October 19 & 20, 26 & 27, 2013 On board the decorated trains are ghosts, ghouls, and other entertainment for young and old alike. Trains operate from the Uxbridge and Stouffville stations and have lots of Halloween activities. All children (aged up to 12 years) dressed in their best and scariest Halloween costumes will travel free (Max 2 children per adult). York-Durham Heritage Railway 905-852-3696, www.ydhr.ca

City of the Dead: The Necropolis Cemetery Tour

Oct 20 - 1:30 pm until 3:00 pm Join us for a drama-enhanced walk through the Necropolis Cemetery, to visit the graves of William Lyon Mackenzie and his family, his fellow rebels and rivals. Hear stories of murder, heartbreak and great perseverance. Pre-registration and pre-payment required. Not recommended

for children under 8. Mackenzie House www.toronto.ca/museums Halloween Howl at Toronto Botanical Garden Oct 26, 2013 - 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm Try out your Halloween costume during an afternoon of spooky scavenger hunts, tantalizing treats, and a light-hearted look at Halloween’s creepy critters. Adult accompaniment and registration are required. Public $10 / Members $7. Toronto Botanical Garden 416-397-1341, torontobotanicalgarden.ca

cover some of Toronto’s reputedly haunted buildings. Return to gas-lit historic Mackenzie House, and soothe your goosebumps with mulled cider and biscuits as you hear about the ghost stories associated with the house! Pre-registration and pre-payment are required. Adults (16 yrs. & older):$12.50; Children 8-15 yrs.: $10.50 (plus tax). Not recommended for children under 8 years of age. Mackenzie House 416-392-6915, www.toronto.ca/museums

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Toronto Zombie Walk & Halloween Parade

Halloween Festival

Oct 26, 2013 Fun for the whole family! Treasure Hunt! Pumpkin Carving! Treats! Clowns! Face Painting! Bloor West Village www.bloorwestvillagebia.com

Monster Dash Toronto

Oct 26 - 3:00 pm until 6:00 pm We are pleased and proud and EXCITED to announce that this year for the first time ever we are adding a Halloween parade to our zombie walk! The Toronto Zombie Walk is pleased to support the Heart and Stroke Foundation as our charity of choice. Nathan Phillips Square www.torontozombiewalk.ca

Halloween Hauntings Ghost Stories at Todmorden Mills

Oct 26 - 7:00 pm until 8:30 pm Our candlelit historic homes are the perfect setting for tales of terror! Thrill to ghastly, ghoulish tales told by skilled storytellers. Mulled cider and refreshments included. Advanced ticket purchase required. Todmorden Mills 416-396-2819, www.toronto.ca/museums

Spirit Walk at Mackenzie House

Oct 26, 2013 Let your imagination take over as we lead you through downtown alleys and laneways to dis-

Night Of Dread 2013

Oct 26, 2013 Join us for an evening of ceremonial festivities that allow us to call on, mock and banish the fears that unite and divide us in these times. All your fears are welcome to attend and be banished! Come and dance in the streets with our city’s finest musicians, puppeteers, dancers and stilt walkers. Dufferin Grove Park www.clayandpapertheatre.org

BOO-st SPOOKTACULAR

Oct 27, 2013 - 1:00 pm until 4:00 pm BOO-st Spooktacular is a family fun Halloween event aboard the Capt. Matthew Flinders ship, staying docked at Queens Quay. The event will feature live entertainment, costume contests, crafts and games for the whole family. Limited tickets available, reserve yours online. Capt. Matthew Flinders Ship

High Park Pumpkin Float

Oct 27, 2013 At the north end of High Park carve a pumpkin, light it and set it to sail on the wading pool. $2.50 per pumpkin. Hosted by the High Park Nature Centre. Colborne Lodge 416-392-6916, www.toronto.ca/museums Oct 27 The Monster Dash 2013 consists of a Spooky Mile, 5km & 10km run / walk. The 5km and 10km will be chip timed for THE MOST accurate results for prizes to be won! Holland Bloorview Kids Rehabilitation Hospital www.monsterdash.ca

Toronto West Halloween Fest

Oct 27 This year, be sure to get your team together, maybe come up with a themed costume, and be ready to celebrate Halloween with St. Joe’s in three ways – a Parade, a Fun Run, and a Party. St. Joseph’s Health Centre www.torontowesthalloweenfest.com

Mimico Pumpkin Parade

Nov 1, 2013 - 6:00 pm until 8:30 pm You’re invited to bring your Jack-O-Lanterns to light up Mimico Square and Amos Waites Park. Please bring your own candles. Volunteers will help light the Jack-O-Lanterns and load the Pumpkins into bins for composting the following morning. Free. www.facebook.com/MimicoPumpkinParade

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Day trip to the country for pumpkins, hayrides and pies!

Andrew’s Scenic Acres

You can pick up your pumpkin from the field or grab one that’s already gathered. Enjoy a wagon ride and picnic, haunted forest, cornfield walks and browse the farmer’s market! Open seven days a week until October 31. 9365 10th Sideroad, Halton Hill www.andrewsscenicacres.com

Carter Farm Market

The farm grows pumpkins using natural growing practices . Pumpkins are available in the farm stand or shop- already gathered from the field. There is a mini corn maze for the kids and yummy pumpkin pie. 9880 Winston Churchill Blvd., Norval www.carterfarmmarket.com

Hutchinson Farm

The farm uses minimal pesticides and chemicals when growing its pumpkins. Pumpkins are for sale in the farm stand or shop- already gathered from the field. Have fun in the child size haybale maze and eat fresh pumpkin pies outdoors in the fresh air. Open late in October. 6202 Walkers Line, Burlington www.hutchinsonfarm.ca

Orchalaw Farms

Grab pumpkins from the pumpkin field or pick from a selection of gathered pumpkins. Kids can spend the day on the tractor pulled hay rides and wagon rides. The farm also offers fresh squash including butternut, buttercup and spaghetti. 9726 Heritage Rd., Norval www.orchawalfarms.com

Springridge Farm

Nesled high in the Niagara Escarpment in Milton, the farm not only offers pumpkins for picking, kids can enjoy pumpkin painting, a wagon ride to the 5-Acre corn trail and the farm yard, which includes the spiderweb climber, straw play, tricky trails, the giant sandbox and farm animals! 7256 Bell School Line, Milton www.springridgefarm.ca

Whittamore’s Farm

Thousands of pumpkins have sprouted in the farm’s pumpkinland! Walk through the corn maze, watch the pumpkin cannon show and take a wagon ride through the spooky forest. 8100 Steeles Ave. East, Markham www.wittamoresfarm.com

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spooktacular Get creative with candy Halloween is certainly known for the spooky decorations that adorn homes and for the creative costumes children put on to canvas the neighborhood. But for many youngsters, Halloween is all about the candy. In just a few hours, trick-or-treaters can accumulate a substantial amount of assorted chocolates, confections and other sweet treats. Once everyone has had their fill of their favorite items, candy often gets relegated to a giant bowl on the kitchen table, where it beckons each resident who passes by. Rather than submitting to the call of the candy and sacrificing your dental health as a result, enterprising individuals can repurpose leftover Halloween candy.

INCENTIVES Parents can store extra candy to use as rewards for good behavior. Many parents use sweet treats as rewards for children learning to potty train. Rewarding older children for a job well done cleaning up their rooms or as a special treat for scoring a good grade on a test also can be a way to put the candy to good use.

GINGERBREAD HOUSES Christmas is just two months after Halloween. Put candy into sealable baggies and use it come the holiday season when building gingerbread houses. You will have a variety of different candies from which to choose and won't have to purchase anything new in order to decorate your creations.

ADVENT CALENDARS Halloween candy can be saved to make an Advent calendar. This calendar traditionally counts down to Christmas, revealing a date and a sweet treat behind each door. Instead of purchasing a ready made Advent calendar, families can get together and make one for a family craft as a way to recycle Halloween candy.

GOODY BAGS Candy is a crowd-pleaser, and leftover candy can be used in goody bags doled out at birthday parties. Keep the candy well-sealed to store away until it is needed to fill goodie bags. Add a few trinkets that tie in with

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