Leonardo da Vinci's Workshop

Oct 13, 2011 - Mar 18, 2012 (Ontario Science Center, 770 Don Mills Road)

The remarkable genius of history’s most famous scientist & artist.

www.ontariosciencecentre.ca

FIND THE BABY BISON! CONTEST

Nov 2, 2011 - Feb 25, 2012 (Toronto Zoo)

Canada's Leading Environmental Education Organizations Unit to Help Save Grassland Ecosystems
The Bison Collaborative, comprising the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM), The Toronto Zoo, Parks Canada and Earth Rangers, launches an interactive contest and educational initiative to enlighten Canadians about bison, the grasslands where they live, and the role we all play as stewards of the Earth.

Running from November 2, 2011 to February 25, 2012, the Find the Baby Bison! Contest challenges participants to locate a baby bison icon physically hidden at the ROM and the Zoo, and online at the collaborating institutions. The Grand Prize is an all-inclusive trip for four to Grasslands National Park of Canada in Saskatchewan.

www.prweb.com/releases/Royal_Ontario_Museum/Bison/prweb8889728.htm

Natrel® Rink Opening Advisory

Nov 19, 2011 - Mar 1, 2012 (Harbourfront Center (235 Queens Quay W))

Harbourfront Centre’s Natrel® Rink is the first outdoor rink to open in Toronto this winter season! On Saturday, November 19 (weather permitting), come out and enjoy the scenic waterfront surroundings on the Natrel® Rink–Toronto’s favorite artificially cooled outdoor rink.

The Natrel® Rink is the hub for all SKATE CULTURE activities at Harbourfront Centre, including DJ Skate Night, Learn to Skate and HarbourKIDS: SK8.

Built in 1983, the Natrel® Rink hosts more than 150,000 visitors each skating season and is one of the largest and most popular outdoor rinks in the city. Open seven days a week, skaters of all ages and skill levels can enjoy a whirl around the rink. Regular hours of operation are Monday to Thursday from 10 a.m.–10 p.m., and from 10 a.m.-11p.m. Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

No skates? No problem! Harbourfront Centre provides skate rentals ($8), sharpening, restrooms and locker services in a newly refurbished change room.
To add to the skating experience, Harbourfront Centre provides outdoor fire pits right next to the rink! Patrons can also get cozy in our new lounge area inside the Lakeside Eats restaurant where they can play board games, watch movies and sporting events, warm up by the fireplace and enjoy delicious food, gourmet coffee and hot chocolate in between skate time!
Specialty winter comfort food demos will take place in Lakeside Eats every weekend at 2:30 p.m. throughout December. Visitors can also purchase yummy winter treats from a World Café vendor every Saturday and Sunday throughout December from 1-6 p.m.

For additional information and complete event listings, the public may visit harbourfrontcentre.com/skateculture or call the Natrel Rink Hotline at 416-973-4866. All SKATE CULTURE events take place on the beautiful Natrel® Rink located along the scenic shores of Lake Ontario . Harbourfront Centre and the Natrel® Rink are located at 235 Queens Quay W, in the heart of Toronto ’s downtown waterfront.

Freckleface Strawberry comes to Toronto

Nov 19, 2011 - Mar 25, 2012 (Carrot Cake Theatre)

With soaring live music, awesome dancing… and a freckleface full of laughs, your whole family will love this brand new musical for all ages . . . freckles or not!

www.carrotcaketheatre.com

The Natrel® Rink

Nov 19, 2011 - Mar 4, 2012 (235 Queens Quay West)

Opens Nov. 19, 2011 (weather permitting). Open daily, 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Friday, Saturday and Sunday until 11 p.m.

A popular skating destination in the heart of the city! Visitors can enjoy Toronto’s favorite artificially-cooled outdoor rink while skating to music and taking in the beautiful surroundings of Lake Ontario and the Toronto Islands. The rink is easily accessible by TTC and by car. Parking is available. There are also on-site skate rentals, change rooms, rental lockers and skate sharpening. Off-site bulk skate rentals are available. For more info call 416-973-4866.

For additional information and complete event listings, the public may visit harbourfrontcentre.com or call the Information Hotline at 416-973-4000. All SKATE CULTURE events take place on the beautiful Natrel® Rink located along the scenic shores of Lake Ontario. Harbourfront Centre and the Natrel® Rink are located at 235 Queens Quay W, in the heart of Toronto’s downtown waterfront.

Learn to Skate

Nov 22, 2011 - Mar 4, 2012 (235 Queens Quay West)

Session 1: Nov. 22 - Dec. 18, 2011. Session 2: Jan. 3 - 29, 2012. Session 3: Feb. 7 – Mar. 4, 2012 (weather permitting).

Generously supported by the RBC Foundation

Lessons for children, teens and adults are taught by experienced instructors in small groups, allowing for a comfortable learning environment and personal attention. For more information and to register call 416-973-4093.
For additional information and complete event listings, the public may visit harbourfrontcentre.com or call the Information Hotline at 416-973-4000. All SKATE CULTURE events take place on the beautiful Natrel® Rink located along the scenic shores of Lake Ontario. Harbourfront Centre and the Natrel® Rink are located at 235 Queens Quay W, in the heart of Toronto’s downtown waterfront.

Freckleface Strawberry comes to Toronto

Nov 30, 2011 - Mar 25, 2012 (Richmond Hill Centre for the Arts )

Don’t miss this charming musical based on the bestselling book by actress Julianne Moore.

Price: $21.50–$23.50
Age: All ages
More info: www.carrotcaketheatre.com

DJ Skate Night

Dec 3, 2011 - Feb 19, 2012 (235 Queens Quay West)

Saturdays, Dec. 3, 2011 to Feb. 19, 2012 from 8 p.m.-11 p.m. (except Christmas Eve and New Year’s Eve).

Toronto’s top DJs get the party started at Toronto’s premier ice skating events. This winter’s DJ Skate Night series features 10 FREE late-night skating events with some of Toronto’s best party-rockers including Cherry Bomb DJs, 1 LOVE T.O., Cratery, DJ medicineman, Promise DJs and FLOW 93.5 FM. January events include a special LunarFest skate party celebrating Asian culture. Other highlights include two Kuumba Black History Month skate celebrations featuring CIUT’s DJ Patrick Roots and a Soca on Ice event with Dr. Jay de Soca Prince.
For additional information and complete event listings, the public may visit harbourfrontcentre.com or call the Information Hotline at 416-973-4000. All SKATE CULTURE events take place on the beautiful Natrel® Rink located along the scenic shores of Lake Ontario. Harbourfront Centre and the Natrel® Rink are located at 235 Queens Quay W, in the heart of Toronto’s downtown waterfront.

Learn to Skate

Jan 7, 2012 - Feb 25, 2012 (Evergreen Brick Works)

Kids will conquer basic skating techniques and build their skills in a rustic outdoor setting.

When: Thursdays and Saturdays
Price: $128/Session
Age: 4- to 12-years-old
More info: ebw.evergreen.ca

Saturday Morning Drama Club

Jan 14, 2012 - May 12, 2012 (601 Christie St.)

Give your kids something fun and theatrical to do this winter with storytelling, story making and acting in one fun class!

When: Saturdays, January 14 – May 12
Price: $375
Age: 4 years and up
More info: www.theatredirect.ca