Monday, February 20 marks Family Day in Toronto and there are tons of fantastic things to do in and around the city this year. Family Day events are a great opportunity to bond with your family (or provide ample distraction if you're going stir crazy cooped up indoors!) Best of all—unlike most … [Read more...]
Best Date Night Restaurants In Toronto
I've said it before, and I'll say it again, Toronto is a playground for anyone who enjoys trying new foods and new restaurants. My friends and I jokingly say we could easily experience a different cuisine and eat out every night of the year at a different restaurant. Indeed we are a melting pot … [Read more...]
Artist Alex Colville Exhibition Unveiled At The AGO
An impressive collection of nearly 100 works by iconic Canadian artist Alex Colville will open for public viewing at the Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) on August 23, 2014 and run until January 4, 2015. This is the largest exhibition ever assembled to date consisting of the late artist's work on loan … [Read more...]
Top 10 Meaningful Gift Ideas For Moms
Over the past few months I've been taking note of some interesting gift items in anticipation of Mother's Day. So, I've compiled a list of what to get moms who love meaningful gifts. You know what I mean? Whether you make something by hand or buy a gift, it's nice to know that you've taking the … [Read more...]
Francis Bacon & Henry Moore: Terror and Beauty at the AGO
The Art Gallery of Ontario will open its newest exhibit this April 5. Francis Bacon & Henry Moore: Terror and Beauty brings two giants of 20th century British art together in a major exhibition of sculpture and paintings. The exhibition will feature over 130 works of art by the two highly … [Read more...]
What to do this March Break in Toronto
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...]
What To See & Do This FAMILY DAY Weekend!
What a bonus! Monday, February 17th is Family Day! YIPPEE!!! A perfect break from this crazy cold winter we've been experiencing. But what to do? Here are a few suggestions! ROYAL ONTARIO MUSEUM (ROM) Celebrates Biodiversity! (February 15 to 17) The ROM is bringing out live animals, crafts … [Read more...]
AGO’s Newest Art Exhibition for Kids!
Introduce kids to the world of ART beyond the classroom. The Art Gallery of Ontario (AGO) recently opened The Kids' Gallery, an ongoing exhibition series space that is created for kids and families. Just Like Me: Explore, Imagine, Create is the first installation in the series. It features a … [Read more...]
DAVID BOWIE IS….
Everyone I know has a favourite Bowie song or two, or three. He changed the face of music and was never one to shy away from pushing the creative envelope or himself. I hadn't realized just how much he had done over the course of his career until visiting the new exhibition at the Art Gallery of … [Read more...]
Designing a Future Without Breast Cancer
It's hard to believe that one out of nine women will be diagnosed with Breast Cancer this year alone. This impactful figure hit me yesterday at the the 10th Anniversary of the the White Cashmere Event. The effervescent cancer survivor, and event host, Beverly Thomson spoke about how cancer doesn't … [Read more...]