Doors Open Toronto

Doors Open Toronto

We love when the city’s buildings and businesses swing open their doors and invite us in for free. So we are always happy to get wandering when the annual Doors Open Toronto weekend arrives. But as much as I want my kids to discover and appreciate all that makes...
Mud Hero Kids

Mud Hero Kids

Let’s face it, mud and kids attract. So we say send ’em to get head-to-toe mucky when Mud Hero Kids comes to the Toronto area this summer. Mud Hero is designed first and foremost as an adult race (and party), but now kids aged 4 to 13 are encouraged to get dirty...
CLOSED – All for Fun & Fun for All

CLOSED – All for Fun & Fun for All

Closed. Try their other location Just for Fun. One can always use another indoor option. When skies are grey, we’ve headed to All for Fun on the city’s east side. The 6,000-square-foot space for kids 10-and-under has a huge wooden climbing structure great for hide ‘n...
Mother’s Day: Keep Mom Sane

Mother’s Day: Keep Mom Sane

Mom guilt. I am guilty of it. Especially when Mother’s Day rolls around and my only request is to not be a mom for the day. Maybe you can relate. Or maybe you find this shocking. Either way, the truth is moms need a break – or they’ll break. This Mother’s Day I...
Jane’s Walk

Jane’s Walk

I love history. Wherever I travel I am always stopping at the historical plaques and signing up for a walking tour. In my new ‘hometown’ of Toronto, it’s no different. So when the annual Jane’s Walk comes around, I load up my weekend with free citizen-led walks to...