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5 Things to do in Toronto

May 4 to 10

Mother’s Day Stories and Crafts
Moms can buy themselves an extra hour or two of “me time” by sending the troops on a super special mission.
When: May 5 - 7
Price: Free
Age: All ages
Where: Toronto Public Library Branches
More info: www.torontopubliclibrary.ca

Children’s Trunk Show
Check out this super popular event for unique, hand-crafted, locally made items for moms, kids and families.
When: May 6 & 7, 9:30am - 4pm
Price: $5 (Grandmas free!)
Age: All ages
Where: 1073 Millwood Rd.
More info: www.childrenstrunkshow.com

Four Winds Spring Kite Festival
It’s a bird, it’s a plane… no, it’s a kite!  Build and decorate your own and check out professional flying demonstrations.
When: May 7 & 8, 10am - 4pm
Price: $9/Adults, $6.50/Kids & Seniors, Free/Under 4
Age: All ages
Where: Kortright Centre for Conservation
More info: www.kortright.org

The Saturday Adventurers Club: Junior Detectives
Kids will learn how to read clues, become a master of disguise, use invisible ink and crack even the toughest cases.
When: May 7, 14, 21; 1pm - 4pm
Price: $45/three sessions
Age: 5- to 12-year-olds
Where: Scarborough Museum
More info: www.toronto.ca (registration required)
 
The Lion King
Introduce your next generation to Disney’s multiple award-winning theatre experience, in town for a limited time.
When: Through June 12
Price: $110 - $170
Age: All ages
Where: Princess of Wales Theatre
More info: www.mirvish.com

Men's Clothing Sale

If you've never heard of Strellson, let me tell you- gorgeous men's clothing- they sell this make at Holt Renfrew and they really are beautiful clothes. This is definitely worth checking out if your husband/partner or whoever needs a few new pieces for his wardrobe.

Push - One Mother of a Show

My neighbour is in this show- I haven't seen it, but she's super funny, so I'm sure its going to be great. Go out and support local Canadian talent and have a great night out! It opens tomorrow night at the Tarragon Theatre, 30 Bridgeman Ave., Toronto, ON, M5R 1X3 416-531-1827
Wed. May 4, 8PM
Thursday May 5, 8PM
Friday May 6, 8PM
Saturday May 7, 8PM
Sunday May 8 2PM & 8PM (Mother's Day)

Oakley Sample Sale 2011 - Toronto

THURSDAY MAY 12TH - 12NOON - 7PM
FRIDAY MAY 13TH - 12NOON - 6PM

**OAKLEY SAMPLE SALE**

OAKLEY EYEWEAR
OAKLEY PRESCRIPTION FRAMES
OAKLEY GOGGLES
OAKLEY CLOTHING
OAKLEY FOOTWEAR
OAKLEY ACCESSORIES
RAY BAN EYEWEAR
REVO EYEWEAR
ARNETTE EYEWEAR

DOWNSTAIRS IN "OLD" FLUID LOUNGE
225 RICHMOND ST.W.

**CASH ONLY**

Ottawa - Great little Bakery

Three Bakers & a Bike at 1281 Wellington Street West, Ottawa, Ontario is great little independent bakery. I stopped there for lunch when I was in town and had a delicious homemade bowl of beef and vegetable soup. Although the space is very small, its cozy and comfortable. I especially liked the individual creamers that were mismatched- it contributed to the homey feel of the place. They made me feel welcome and comfortable which I greatly appreciated having the baby in the stroller with me (the looks of judgment that I often get from others is tiring).
The baked goods looked amazing and if they taste anything like the amazing slice of bread they gave me to accompany my soup, they're probably to die for!

Cozy Cafe and Bakery

 

 

This is a fairly new establishment at the south-west corner of Danforth and Woodbine. They've changed the interior layout since opening and its very welcoming indeed. My friends and I stayed for lunch and with a large table with highchairs around, we were very comfortable. The Cafe grew quite busy at lunch time, and with good reason. I had the beef stew which was delicious, and my friends had one order of the beef stew and one order of the schnitzel sandwich, which they also loved.

They unfortunately don't have a coffee bar, just drip coffee, which was fine, but it was nice to get out and have a place to go- there are so few in that area. 

They also ahve take home meals. I haven't bought any, but a friend has and said the lasagna was delicious. 

Let's hope they have some staying power. Go out and support your local businesses!!!

 

2075 Danforth Avenue (Get Directions)

647.349.5251

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