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The ROM’s New Forbidden City Exhibit and the Children of the Palace

March 11, 2014 by Sonya Leave a Comment

There are so many secrets and stories of the Forbidden City. For over 500 years, Chinese Emperors and their families lived within the walls of opulence and away from public eye. Behind the gates of the world's largest imperial palace is an incredible collection of extraordinary treasures. The … [Read more...]

Filed Under: The Arts Tagged With: China, Chinese Artifacts, Forbidden City, history, ROM, Royal Ontario Museum, Toronto

What can you do with your old iPhones?

March 11, 2014 by Sonya 1 Comment

I know a few people who have had this dilemma. What do you do with unwanted iPhones? We try to reuse them within our family...hand-me-downs are the best! We definitely don't want to throw them away as we are already aware of electronic waste, right? This week, Apple Canada announced the iPhone … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Home, Life, Technology Tagged With: Apple, iPhone, news, recycle, tech

Spring Break: Movies & Activities for Chillaxing Time

March 10, 2014 by Sonya 3 Comments

This spring break, I'm trying to strike a balance between doing "stuff" and some quiet time for the kids. I need to factor in sometime to do some work while they are home.  Plus factor in some sick days (of course, timing is everything) and some chillaxing time is just what is needed. We are fans of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: DIY, Entertainment, Movies Tagged With: Blue Planet, family, House of Cards, Mr. Peabody, National Treasure, NetFlix, Sherman, spring break, Stream Team, Turbo

Tips on Sharing Your Photos on Facebook

March 7, 2014 by Sonya 1 Comment

It seems like many parents, and even grandparents, are on Facebook these days. My dad has asked a few times about joining in. Most of us know it's a great way to share our special family moments and photos. I love seeing what everyone is up to. Auntie May in BC can keep up with how our kids are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Family, Holidays, Technology Tagged With: Facebook, photos, sharing, Social Networks

APP OF THE WEEK: Mr. Peabody & Sherman

March 7, 2014 by Sonya 2 Comments

I can't wait to see this  movie --just in time for March Break, of course! To coincide with the theatrical release, LUDIA has also launched the latest fun trivia game app of the same name. Inspired by the latest DreamWorks movie you can take the fun-filled adventure to the next level! The game is … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Movies, Technology Tagged With: app, Apple, Dreamworks, games, iOS, itunes, kids, Ludia, Mr. Peabody and Sherman, tech

Dreaming of Paris with CityLine’s Shoana Jensen

March 7, 2014 by Sonya Leave a Comment

We're counting down the weeks to spring and some of us are really hoping it comes soon! We're envious of the West Coast where flowers are already starting to bloom. But when I think of Spring I'm often daydreaming to the streets of Paris. What is it about that city? I had dropped off some … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Celebrity, Entertainment, Food Tagged With: Butter Avenue, Cityline, food, France, home decor, Macaron, Macaron Day Toronto, Paris, Shoana Jensen, travel

Theatre Review: The Two Worlds of Charlie F.

March 2, 2014 by Sonya Leave a Comment

What inspires people to serve their countries?  From family traditions to a desire to see the world to the urge to do our part - there are so many reasons. No doubt that each country is grateful for the countless men and women who have dedicated themselves to serving and protect others. They are … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entertainment, The Arts Tagged With: Alice Driver, Cassidy LIttle, Miliary, Mirvish, Off-Mirvish, Princess of Wales, The Two Worlds of Charlie F, theatre, Toronto

What I’m Reading: “The Winter People”

March 1, 2014 by Jennifer Leave a Comment

I was recently asked what genre of book I enjoy reading. The truth is that I'm drawn first to literary fiction. I'll dip into chick lit to cleanse my palate after a particularly heavy novel, and I do enjoy a good memoir every now and then. Vacation means mysteries to me, and non-fiction is my audio … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Book Club Tagged With: Jennifer McMahon, The Winter People

What to do this March Break in Toronto

February 28, 2014 by Sonya Leave a Comment

We are staying in the city this coming March Break - big kid is getting his braces off! Hooray! So, I'm looking at options on what to do in the city. Maybe you are too? Whether you've got time off work to spend with the kids or they're with caregivers or grandparents there's plenty to keep them busy … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Holidays, The Arts Tagged With: AGO, Art Gallery of Ontario, bakery, camp, digiPlaySpace, Earth Rangers, Freehand School of Art, Kensington Market, le dolci, march break, Pawsitively Paws, Ramen, ROM, Royal Ontario Museum, Snakes and Lattes, st lawrence market, TIFF, Toronto, yorkdale

Google Canada Unveils Winning Doodles by Kids!

February 26, 2014 by Sonya Leave a Comment

Did you notice the Google logo doodle yet? The sea telescope logo creation was announced as the winning entry created by Cindy Tang, a 17 year old student from Ontario! Google Canada recently hosted "Doodle4Google", the first-ever national competition designed to inspire students to get creative … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Entertainment, Technology Tagged With: Canada, Cindy Tang, Doodle4Google, Google, logo, Royal Ontario Museum

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