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...]
Nine Unexpected Things To Do During March Break In Toronto
If you haven't signed the kids up for a March Break camp and you aren't planning a week-long getaway to somewhere warm, what are you going to do with the kids for five whole days in Toronto? Throughout the year, I often get asked by moms and dads for suggestions on interesting things in the city … [Read more...]
Stunning Wildlife Photography Exhibit Features Children Photographers
The most prestigious Nature Photography exhibition in the world is now open at the Royal Ontario Museum for the third consecutive year. The Wildlife Photographer of the Year (WPY) exhibition features 100 award-winning images from the most recent competition organized by the Natural History Museum in … [Read more...]
The ROM’s Wildlife Photography Exhibit Is A Must-See
The world-renowned Wildlife Photographer of the Year Exhibition (WPY) opens at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) in Toronto this weekend, featuring 100 breathtaking images on tour from the Natural History Museum in London. Making its Canadian debut, the exhibition includes photos captured by the … [Read more...]
10 Cool Ways to Celebrate the ROM’s 100th!
Happy Birthday to the Royal Ontario Museum! It's not just any birthday but the ROM is celebrating it's 100th birthday and it's looking fabulous! This is going to be a spectacular year of non-stop special events and exhibits and it's already beckoned me a few times! The other day I was asked what … [Read more...]
The ROM’s New Forbidden City Exhibit and the Children of the Palace
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...]
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...]
Is It REAL or FAKE? Museum Diaries Doc Series Reveals The Stories
When you visit a museum it's truly a treasure trove of artifacts and filled with incredible stories! Each piece has a history but do you ever wonder what goes on behind the scenes? It's not just about the ancient priceless Egyptian tombs or massive dinosaur bones or the Emperors clothes. The … [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...]
Night at the Museum: When Everything Comes to Life
We were watching the film Night at the Museum with the kids the other night. Ben Stiller mentioned that everything comes to life once the night falls...and then we experienced it. It’s nighttime and the doors are closed to the public. Only sleepover guests have full access to the Royal Ontario … [Read more...]