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...]
Google Canada Unveils Winning Doodles by Kids!
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...]
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...]
World’s Best Wildlife Photography of the Year
They say that a picture is worth a thousand words, but this new exhibition will leave you speechless. The Wildlife Photographer of the Year exhibition opens to the public tomorrow (November 23) at the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) and it's stunning! The exhibition is based on an internationally … [Read more...]
Museum Spotlight: Mesopotamia
The latest exhibition at the Royal Ontario Museum features an incredible collection of artifacts that date back to over 3,000 years ago. Mesopotamia makes it's North American debut in Toronto, the only Canadian stop, during it's international tour. Mesopotamia: Inventing Our World highlights … [Read more...]
What to Do: March Break in Toronto
Yay! It's almost time for March Break! If you're in Toronto, or planning a visit, here are some arts events worth checking out! Comic Book Heroes Series at the TIFF Bell Lightbox March 9 to 24 Celebrate those figures heroic enough to fight crime and injustice wherever it may be, and do it … [Read more...]
The Ultimate (and weirdest) Dinosaur Exhibition is at the ROM
Think you and your kids know dinosaurs? Well, get ready for the most amazing dinosaur exhibition in Canadian museum history!The ULTIMATE DINOSAUR: GIANTS FROM GONDWANA will be unveiled to the public with fascinating species that have been discovered in the southern hemisphere. With … [Read more...]