Royal Kid's Palace VIP Cards & Royal Halloween Celebration The Royal Kid's Palace Halloween Celebration is happening on Oct. 18, 19, 25 & 26 from 6 pm to 8 pm and includes music, decorations, a balloon, and treats, tattoo and hairspray stations. Admission is $12 per child (one adult free per child). Portraits are $19.99 (optional). Also act now and purchase a Member VIP card giving you all birthday parties at weekday rates and personal invitations for our celebrations at only $10 for the year (only 100 available). Ask about our Royal Kid's Photo Contest (until September 25). (416) 300-7207 | www.royalkidspalace.com

	Bully Proof Your Child ... Lead by Team Canada Medal Winners Meet Team Canada Gold Medal Winners as they lead an extraordinary inter-active children's seminar giving them strategies to help them to recognize, understand and deal with bullies. Different forms of bullying will be covered – physical, verbal, exclusion, internet, etc. This goes beyond what most schools cover .. empowering children to make a difference! 416-481-5425 | info@kicksmartworkshop.com | www.karate4kids.ca

	A Morning with the Stars - September 20 Do something different with your kids while making difference to thousands of others! Max Trax Presents A Morning with the Stars featuring Juno Award Winner Jack Grunsky and a special appearance by Barney in celebration of his 20th anniversary, in support of SickKids Foundation and Kids Up Front Foundation. Tickets are available at www.ticketmaster.ca. www.dancingstars.ca

	Open House & Free Art Class at Art Explore Studio - Sept. 7 Open House, Free Art Class at Art Explore Studio in Richmond Hill’s new, innovative, art studio. Sunday, September 7th, 2008, 2 pm - 4 pm. Come in, explore, inspire your inner artist! 53 Greenbank Dr., between Bathurst and Yonge. RSVP (416) 910-5185 or artexplorestudio@gmail.com. For spirits of all ages! www.artexplorestudio.com

	Taste of the Kingsway Festival - Sept. 5 & 6 This Annual fall festival, held along Bloor Street West (from Prince Edward Drive to Montgomery Road) is a food and entertainment extravaganza with plenty of fun activities for everyone. The Kingsway boasts over 200 shops and services. There are midway rides, face painters, clowns, Artisans and crafters, Rock climbing walls, Auto shows, Merchant demonstrations, community exhibits, Wine gardens, 2 grand stages with non-stop performers, and so much more. www.thekingswaytoronto.ca

	Youth Coach Canada Workshops with Rob Stringer, BA, BEd, CPC Attend informative workshops led by Rob Stringer. On Sept. 16: LEAP Ahead!: Creating a Learning & Education Action Plan. Give your children a head start this year—learn how to create a personalized school success plan for your children. On Sept. 30: The Optimistic Child: Fostering Optimism & Resilience in Your Child, helping them to achieve more at school and in life. The Burlington Art Centre, 1333 Lakeshore Road, Burlington,7:30-9:00 p.m. Call or visit online for more details. 905-515-9822 | www.YouthCoachCanada.com

The following are fun September Toronto & GTA Kids' Events, Theatre for families and Fall activities and festivals. Below the calendar you will find listings for Theatre & Concerts, as well as Continuing Events and Exhibits happening daily. Please note that scheduling sometimes changes, and contact information is present to confirm the information provided. 

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MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 1  

Canadian National Exhibition, Exhibition Place (see Continuing Events)

Canadian International Air Show, Exhibition Place (see Continuing Events)

Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

Artisans at the Distillery (see Continuing Events)

Ashkenaz Festival, Harbourfront Centre (see Continuing Events)

Hispanic Fiesta, Mel Lastman Square (see Continuing Events)

Burlington Ribfest, Spencer Smith Park (see Continuing Events)

Orangeville Fall Fair (see Continuing Events)

The Big Comfy Couch Performs Live, Ontario Place (see Theatre & Concerts)

Max & Ruby Singalong, Toronto Zoo (see Theatre & Concerts)

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Unionville Heritage & Big Band Festival (Free admission)
Celebrate the Fall Season and enjoy a day filled with the sounds of the big bands. Entertainment and historical displays fill the streets. Contact: www.unionvilleinfo.com for more information.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 2

See: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 3

Junction Arts Festival 2008, Historic Junction Area (Toronto) (see Continuing Events)

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Making Musical Crafts with Miss Mandi - Tambourine, Gingerbread Lane (Mississauga)
Join Miss Mandi in learning how to create your very own tambourine from simple and safe materials. And what fun would we have if we didn't have an opportunity to play our new instruments? After the children have finished creating their tambourines, they'll have a blast singing and learning how to play their tambourine along to some favourite music! 10:30 am to 11:00 am. $15 plus GST; pre-registration required. 1107 Lorne Park Road, Mississauga. Contact: (905) 271-2900 or www.gingerbreadlane.ca.

Kindermusik Free Demo Classes - 3 Options, Gingerbread Lane (Mississauga)
Must be reistered to attend. Times: Ages 3 to 5, 4 pm to 4:30 pm; Ages 5 to 7, 5 pm to 5:30 pm; Ages NB to 7 - Multi-child families, 6 pm to 6:30 pm. 1107 Lorne Park Road, Mississauga. Contact: (905) 271-2900 or www.gingerbreadlane.ca.

Transition to Day Care or School Seminar, Gingerbread Lane (Mississauga)
When entering a child care centre or school, this can be exciting and stressful simultaneously for both you and your child. When do we enroll in a Preschool program or School program? How do we make this a smooth transition between home and school? Join Andriana Mantas of Collaborative Minds to answer these questions on transitioning. Cost: $35/participant + GST. Pre-registration required. 1107 Lorne Park Road, 6:30 pm to 8 pm. Contact: (905) 271-2900 or www.gingerbreadlane.ca.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 4

Junction Arts Festival 2008, Historic Junction Area (Toronto) (see Continuing Events)

Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

Orono Fair (see Continuing Events)

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Corn Roast, Market and Heritage Fair, Montgomery's Inn
Nothing better than a late afternoon in the park with a cob of fresh corn! Enjoy a grand bake sale, local produce, good old-time country and western music and displays from west-end heritage organizations. Various prices for items. No charge to listen! Bring your lawn chairs and marshmallows. 4709 Dundas Street West (at Islington Avenue), 5 pm to 8 pm. Contact: (416) 394-8113 or www.toronto.ca/museums.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 5

Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

Junction Arts Festival 2008, Historic Junction Area (Toronto) (see Continuing Events)

24th Annual Vegetarian Food Fair, Harbourfront Centre (see Continuing Events)

Toronto's Ultimate Travel Show, International Centre(see Continuing Events)

Clay Pit Drop-In, Gardiner Museum (see Continuing Events)

Oshawa Ribfest, Lakeview Park (see Continuing Events)

Orono Fair (see Continuing Events)

Georgetown Fall Fair, Georgetown Fairgrounds (see Continuing Events)

Uxbridge Fall Fair, Elgin Park (see Continuing Events)

See: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits

Taste of the Kingsway Festival
This Annual fall festival, held along Bloor Street West (from Prince Edward Drive to Montgomery Road) is a food and entertainment extravaganza with plenty of fun activities for everyone. The Kingsway boasts over 200 shops and services. There are midway rides, face painters, clowns, Artisans and crafters, Rock climbing walls, Auto shows, Merchant demonstrations, community exhibits, Wine gardens, 2 grand stages with non-stop performers, and so much more. Contact: www.thekingswaytoronto.ca.

Festival Cup Charity Hockey Game, Air Canada Centre
The Festival Cup Charity Hockey Came will benefit Right To Play, an international humanitarian organizationthat uses sport and play programs to improve health, build life skills, and foster peace for children and communities affected by war, poverty and disease. The charity hockey game is set to feature Hollywood celebs and current and past NHLplayers. Canadian NHL stars including Joe Thornton (San Jose Sharks), JasonSpezza (Ottawa Senators), Curtis Joseph (Toronto Maple Leafs), Matt Stajan (Toronto Maple Leafs), Robyn Regehr (Calgary Flames), Mike Cammalleri (CalgaryFlames), Sean Avery (Dallas Stars) and Andrew Ference (Boston Bruins) – along with Hollywood’s Tim Robbins, Alan Thicke, D.B. Sweeney, Cameron Bancroftand director Jason Reitman – head a list of more than 30 celebrities who will skate in the inaugural Festival Cup charity hockey game. 7 pm. Tickets are$25. For more information Festival Cup, visit www.righttoplay.ca or www.ticketmaster.ca. 

Guided Tour: Teenie-Weenie: The Smallest Shoes in the Shoe Museum, Bata Shoe Museum
Enjoy a friendly half-hour and leave with a new understanding of the world at your feet! 327 Bloor Street West (at St. George), 1 pm to 1:30 pm. Regular Museum admission: $12 adult; $10 senior; $6 students; $4 children (5 - 17 years); Children under 5 are free; Family passes are also available. Free for Museum members. *Limited to 12 visitors. Pre-registration recommended. To register call 416-979-7799 x242 or email programs@batashoemuseum.ca. Learn more at www.batashoemuseum.ca.

Salsa Babies & Salsa Tots FREE Demo Classes, Gingerbread Lane (Mississauga)
Salsa Babies FREE Demo Class - Babies in Carries - 9:30 am to 10 am. Salsa Kids FREE Demo Class - Tots Walking - 10:30 am to 11 am. Pre-register at (905) 271-2900 or email registry@gingerbreadlane.ca.  1107 Lorne Park Road, Mississauga. Contact: www.gingerbreadlane.ca.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 6

Taste of the Kingsway Festival (see September 5)

Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

Junction Arts Festival 2008, Historic Junction Area (Toronto) (see Continuing Events)

24th Annual Vegetarian Food Fair, Harbourfront Centre (see Continuing Events)

Toronto's Ultimate Travel Show, International Centre (see Continuing Events)

National Film Board, Animation Workshop Weekends (see Continuing Events)

Saturday Shenanigans, Bata Shoe Museum (see Continuing Events)

ROM Family Weekends (see Continuing Events)

Oshawa Ribfest, Lakeview Park (see Continuing Events)

Orono Fair (see Continuing Events)

Georgetown Fall Fair, Georgetown Fairgrounds (see Continuing Events)

Uxbridge Fall Fair, Elgin Park (see Continuing Events)

Water Treatment & Conservation, Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology (see Continuing Events)

Douglas John Live, Ontario Place (see Theatre & Concerts)

The Little Mermaid & The Ugly Duckling, Solar Stage Children's Theatre (see Theatre & Concerts)

ee: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits

Riverdale Farm Annual Fall Harvest Festival
A traditional country celebration in the heart of Toronto.  201 Winchester Street. Contact: www.oldcabbagetown.com or www.friendsofriverdalefarm.com/events.htm for more information.

Black Creek Brews Fest, Black Creek Pioneer Village
Celebrating Ontario’s brewing heritage and today’s craft breweries. Discover and enjoy locally produced craft beer, food, drink and music. 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, 11 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Non Members Cost: $13 adults; $9 children (ages 15 and under); $12 seniors and students; children 4 yrs. and under free. Members Cost: Free. Parking is $6.00. Contact: (416) 736-1733 or www.blackcreek.ca/whatson. 

Great White North Dragon Boat Challenge, Western Beaches Watercourse - Marilyn Bell Park
Enjoy watching a two-day open dragon boat regatta. There will also be a kids' zone and more. Contact: www.gwmdragonboat.com for more information.

Milliken Mills Children's Festival, Milliken Mills Community Centre (Markham) (Free admission)
Enjoy entertainment, crafts and lots of kids' activities. 7600 Kennedy Road, 10 am to 6 pm. Contact: www.markham.ca.

Binder Twine Festival (Kleinburg)
An exciting day filled with unique crafts, great entertainment, Olde Tyme activities and great food awaits the entire family. The entire site is wheelchair accessible. For many, the highlight of the day is a unique Queen Contest where eligible “young ladies” (age 16 to eternity) call a hog, flip pancakes, hammer nails, and even milk a cow!  Admission prices are $7 for adults, $5 for seniors and teenagers, and $2 for children aged 2 to 12. However, if you come dressed in pioneer costume in keeping with the spirit of the festival, admission is free!  Islington Avenue & Highway 27. Gates open at 9 am. Contact: www.kleinburgvillage.com for more information.

Richmond Hill Live Steamers Open House (Free admission)
The Richmond Hill Live Steamers is a non-profit live-steam club whose members are dedicated to building and operating scale model steam, electric and diesel locomotives. Stop by for a ride and don't forget your camera! 15922 McCowan Ave. Sept. 6 & 7, 10:30 am to 4 pm. Contact: www.geocities.com/richmondhill_livesteam.

Ajax Family Festival Trade & Craft Show, Ajax Community Centre (Free admission)
Visit over 75 booths, and enjoy workshops, crafts, entertainment and more. 75 Centennial Drive. Contact: www.townofajx.com or www.ajaxfamilyfestival.com. 

Kettleby Fair
A full day of old-fashioned family fun. Toe-tapping stage entertainment, community parade at noon, children's games, strolling entertainers, crafters, mouth-watering food and much, much more. Admission: Adults: $6.00; Seniors: $4.00; Kids (under 12): $2.00. 10 am to 5 pm. Contact: www.village.kettleby.on.ca for more information.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 7

Riverdale Farm Annual Fall Harvest Festival (see September 6)

Black Creek Brews Fest, Black Creek Pioneer Village (see September 6)

Richmond Hill Live Steamers Open House (see September 6)

Great White North Dragon Boat Challenge, Western Beaches Watercourse - Marilyn Bell Park (see September 6)

Ajax Family Festival Trade & Craft Show, Ajax Community Centre (see September 6)

Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

Junction Arts Festival 2008, Historic Junction Area (Toronto) (see Continuing Events)

24th Annual Vegetarian Food Fair, Harbourfront Centre (see Continuing Events)

Clay Pit Drop-In, Gardiner Museum (see Continuing Events)

National Film Board, Animation Workshop Weekends (see Continuing Events)

ROM Family Weekends (see Continuing Events)

Toronto's Ultimate Travel Show, International Centre (see Continuing Events)

Oshawa Ribfest, Lakeview Park (see Continuing Events)

Orono Fair (see Continuing Events)

Georgetown Fall Fair, Georgetown Fairgrounds (see Continuing Events)

Uxbridge Fall Fair, Elgin Park (see Continuing Events)

The Little Mermaid & The Ugly Duckling, Solar Stage Children's Theatre (see Theatre & Concerts)

Douglas John Live, Ontario Place (see Theatre & Concerts)

See: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits

Open House & Free Art Class at Art Explore Studio (Richmond Hill) (Free event)
Open House, Free Art Class at Art Explore Studio in Richmond Hill’s new, innovative, art studio. 2 pm - 4 pm. Come in, explore, inspire your inner artist! 53 Greenbank Dr., between Bathurst and Yonge. RSVP (416) 910-5185 or artexplorestudio@gmail.com. For spirits of all ages! Learn more at www.artexplorestudio.com. 

Golden Horseshoe Live Steamer Day, Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology (Free admission)
Hear that whistle calling and get onboard. Catch a ride on coal burning steam powered miniature trains. They look, sound and smell just like their full-size cousins. 900 Woodward Avenue, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Contact: (905) 546-4797, steammuseum@hamilton.ca or www.hamilton.ca/museums.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 8

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Seniors Day, Toronto Zoo
Toronto Zoo invites all seniors 65+ to come to the Zoo and receive FREE admission and a FREE Zoomobile ride all day pass. Contact: www.torontozoo.com.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 9

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Story Time & Funny Face Cookie Activity, Gingerbread Lane (Mississauga)
They'll read "Funny Face" story book to kick off this fun activity, make some funny faces of our own in the mirror and then jump into decorating a funny face cookie to take home! All supplies provided - free play same day included! Cost: $15 + gst. Pre-registration required. 1107 Lorne Park Road, 10 to 10:45 am or 3:30 to 4:15 pm. Contact: (905) 271-2900 or www.gingerbreadlane.ca.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 10

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Kids in the Square Ajax, Heritage Square (Free admission)
Enjoy family entertainment by a Puppet Tamer - Ventriloquist. Please bring a chair as there are no seats. 65 Harwood Avenue South, 7 pm to 8 pm. Performances will be moved to Town Hall if inclement weather. Contact: www.townofajax.com.

Making Musical Crafts with Miss Mandi - Kazoe, Gingerbread Lane (Mississauga)
Join Miss Mandi in learning how to create your very own kazoo from simple and safe materials. For this activity, please bring along a paper towel or toilet paper tube. And what fun would we have if we didn't have an opportunity to play our new instruments? After the children have finished creating their kazoos, they'll have a blast singing and learning how to play their kazoo along to some favourite music! 10:30 am to 11:00 am. $15 plus GST; pre-registration required. 1107 Lorne Park Road, Mississauga. Contact: (905) 271-2900 or www.gingerbreadlane.ca.

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 11

Toronto In-Water Boat Show, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

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Animal Adventures, Ontario Science Centre
Join “Safari Steve” and “Jungle Tim” as they take you on an animal adventure while you learn about the Ontario Science Centre’s very own creatures. From slithering snakes and interesting insects to bearded dragons and tortoises, you’ll be amazed at what our resident animals have to offer. Location: KidSpark, Level C, 3 pm. Included with regular admission. 770 Don Mills Road. Contact: (416) 696-3127 or www.ontariosciencecentre.ca.

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 12

Toronto In-Water Boat Show, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

Toronto Ukranian Festival, Bloor West Village (see Continuing Events)

Clay Pit Drop-In, Gardiner Museum (see Continuing Events)

Westitalia 2008, Westdale Village (Hamilton) (see Continuing Events)

See: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 13

Toronto In-Water Boat Show, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

Toronto Ukranian Festival, Bloor West Village (see Continuing Events)

National Film Board, Animation Workshop Weekends (see Continuing Events)

ROM Family Weekends  (see Continuing Events)

Saturday Shenanigans, Bata Shoe Museum (see Continuing Events)

Water Treatment & Conservation, Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology (see Continuing Events)

Westitalia 2008, Westdale Village (Hamilton) (see Continuing Events)

The Little Mermaid & The Ugly Duckling, Solar Stage Children's Theatre (see Theatre & Concerts)

Douglas John Live, Ontario Place (see Theatre & Concerts)

See: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits

Roncesvalles Village Polish Festival (Free admission)
Enjoy an introduction to Polish heritage and culture through music, dance, cuisine. Roncesvalles Ave from Howard Park south to Galley Ave, Contact: www.roncesvallesvillage.com or www.polishfestival.ca for more information.

Fall Fishing Festival, Ontario Place
Dave Mercer's Facts of Fishing for Kids Day is designed to be a fun-filled introduction to Canada's great family past time - the sport of fishing. Participating children will be rewarded with a t-shirt, gift pack supplied by event sponsors and a keepsake photo. 955 Lakeshore Blvd. West. Contact: (416) 314-9900 or www.ontarioplace.com for admission prices and times.

Portuguese Cultural Festival, Ontario Place
Ontario Place hosts a fun-filled celebration of Portuguese Heritage. The Portuguese Cultural Festival will showcase famous Portuguese cheeses, sausages and wines, as well as an exhibition providing unique insight into Portuguese ceramic, quilting, woodworking, and more. Entertainers include Mickael Carreira & Patricia Cruz from Portugal, The Fevers from Brazil, and great local entertainment including Starlight Band.
955 Lakeshore Avenue West. Contact: (416) 314-9900 or www.ontarioplace.com for admission prices and more details.

Apple-icious, Montgomery's Inn
Montgomery’s Inn once stood in an apple orchard, and though few of those trees remain, you can taste many of the varieties common in the mid-nineteenth century at this tasting event. In partnership with the Culinary Historians of Ontario and Seeds of Diversity. $11.43 plus GST gets you an apple desert, tutored tasting and tour of the Inn. ($9.52 plus GST for CHO Members). 4709 Dundas Street West (at Islington Avenue), 1 pm. Contact: (416) 394-8113 or www.toronto.ca/museums.

Seeds of Diversity, The Brick Works
Join Evergreen and Seeds of Diversity Canada, the organizers of Seedy Saturdays across Canada, for a workshop on why and how we collect heritage seeds. Meet at the Evergreen Brick Works front gates/Wildflower Gardens. Pay what you can, suggested donation $5.00. Please register at events@evergreen.ca or call 416-596-1495 ext. 242. You can also sign up at the Evergreen information table, Evergreen Brick Works Farmers’ Market. 550 Bayview Ave, between the Prince Edward Viaduct (Bloor/Danforth) and Pottery Rd., 10 a.m. to noon. Learn more at www.evergreen.ca.

Space: Mini KidSpark Challenge*, Ontario Science Centre
The FACING MARS exhibition hall has opened and they desperately need your help. Upon their return home from the Red Planet they lost a top secret capsule at sea. Now they are recruiting junior astronauts to rescue this mission. Do you have what it takes? Come and find out. Location: KidSpark, Level C, 2:30 p.m. Included with regular admission. Enrolment limited. *One-hour commitment. 770 Don Mills Road. Contact: (416) 696-3127 or www.ontariosciencecentre.ca. 

Wonders of the Earth, Scarborough Gem Club - Don Montgomery Community Centre
Celebrating 39 Years of Gem and Mineral Exhibit. Enjoy Kids Quarry, Rock Swap, Fossil Fish Preparation, Soapstone Carving and more. Admission: Adults & Seniors $3, Children $1. 2467 Eglinton Avenue East, Sat: 10 am to 6 pm & Sun: 11 am to 5 pm. Contact: www.scarbgemclub.ca for more information.

2nd Annual Wild West Fall Fest (Richmond Hill)
Enjoy family time in the countryside of Richmond Hill. Activities include carnival games with a western theme, a craft making area, inflatable bouncy toys, face painting, a live children music concert, balloons, popcorn and a BBQ meal. All activities, games, parking and food are included with your $5 admission. 1750 Stouffville Road (404 & Stouffville Rd), 1pm to 4pm. Contact: www.summitcommunity.ca/familyfair.php.

Fall Folk Festival & Environmental Fair, Bradley Museum (Mississauga)
Activities include live folk music, environmental organizations, green technology, historical demonstrations, kids area, peregrine falcons and more. $2 Admission per person or a food donation to Compass Food Bank 1620 Orr Road, 11 am to 5 pm. Contact: (905) 615-4860 or www.museumsofmississauga.com.

Birth Refresher Class by babyREADY, Gingerbread Lane (Mississauga)
Topics Covered Include: Coping Strategies, Massage Techniques, Breastfeeding Basics: Remind Me How. Sept. 13: 2 pm to 4 pm or Sept. 23: 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Cost: $65 + gst per couple. Pre-registration required. 1107 Lorne Park Road, Mississauga. Contact: (905) 271-2900 or www.gingerbreadlane.ca.

Harvest Festival, Downtown Brooklin - Grass Park (Free admission)
The Harvest Marketplace includes an array of fruits & vegetables, flowers & plants, crafts, games and activities for kids, an old fashion horse & wagon ride, demonstrations and more. Look for information on the Annual Harvest Walk/Run! 10 am to 3:30 pm. Contact: www.downtownbrooklin.ca for more information.

8th Annual Greenwood Village Festival, Greenwood Community Park (Pickering) (Free admission)
Enjoy a full day of fun and entertainment for the whole family at the 8th Annual Greenwood Village Festival. The day will include kids' games, inflatables, a reptile show, all day live entertainment, vendor booths, BBQ lunch, fresh corn on the cob, silent auction and much more. All games are pay as you play while all live entertainment and parking are free. Event is on rain or shine!  3551 Greenwood Road, 12 pm to 5 pm. Contact: www.cityofpickering.com for more information.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 14

Roncesvalles Village Polish Festival (see September 13)

Fall Folk Festival & Environmental Fair, Bradley Museum (Mississauga) (see September 13)

Wonders of the Earth, Scarborough Gem Club - Don Montgomery Community Centre (see September 13)

Toronto In-Water Boat Show, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

Toronto Ukranian Festival, Bloor West Village(see Continuing Events)

National Film Board, Animation Workshop Weekends (see Continuing Events)

ROM Family Weekends (see Continuing Events)

Clay Pit Drop-In, Gardiner Museum (see Continuing Events)

Westitalia 2008, Westdale Village (Hamilton) (see Continuing Events)

The Little Mermaid & The Ugly Duckling, Solar Stage Children's Theatre (see Theatre & Concerts)

Douglas John Live, Ontario Place (see Theatre & Concerts)

See: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits

Nature Walk: Scavenger Hunt*, Ontario Science Centre
Visit and explore and open your senses to the natural world and search for different plants, animals and other cool stuff. Location: KidSpark, Level C, 2:30 pm. Included with regular admission. Enrolment limited *Weather permitting. 770 Don Mills Road. Contact: (416) 696-3127 or www.ontariosciencecentre.ca. 

Creative Science Sundays, Ontario Science Centre
Bring your imagination to life at an interactive workshops happening every Sunday. This week, participants can create their own puppets – and animate them – with the resident puppet-master. Location: Challenge Zone, Level D, 11 a.m. & 1:30 p.m. Included with regular admission, enrolment limited. 770 Don Mills Road. Contact: (416) 696-3127 or www.ontariosciencecentre.ca. 

Fafard Final Day, McMicahel Canadian Art Collection (Kleinburg)
Meet Maple the Cow and enjoy hands-on art activities inspired by the sculptures of Fafard. 10365 Islington Avenue, 11 am to 4 pm. Included in regular admission. Contact: www.mcmichael.com.

1914 Kitchener Fall Fair, Don Heritage Crossroads (Kitchener)
Enjoy live entertainment, a baking competition, a penny carnival, and living history. 10 Huron Road, 10 am to 4:30 pm. Admission: $7 Adults, $5 Seniors/Students, $4 Children, Children 4 and Under Free. Contact: www.region.waterloo.on.ca/doon.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 15

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Festive Fall Demonstration with Nadine Hughes, Fish Bones Oyster Bar & Grille (Oakville)
The days may still be warm but the nights are getting cooler so it's time to start thinking about a few heartier dishes. Nade will use all that fall has to offer by showcasing local products to make your transition into fall a smooth and delicious one. 335 Kerr St., 7 pm to 9:30 pm. Cost: $100 per person. Pre-registration required. Contact: (905) 849-9007, thecookscompanion@sympatico.ca or http://nhughes.homestead.com.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 16

Animal Adventures, Ontario Science Centre (see September 11)

See: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits

LEAP Ahead!: Creating a Learning & Education Action Plan, The Burlington Art Centre
One of our responsibilities as parents, educators, and coaches is to help remove barriers and allow our children to achieve success. While there are many ways to do this, one method is through the creation of a personalized Learning & Education Action Plan (L.E.A.P.) allowing them to LEAP towards success! During this fast-paced, interactive workshop you'll begin to create a personalized school success plan for your child(ren). Using the analogy of taking a car trip, you will: define and clarify your family's vision of "success" (the destination), examine current levels of performance (the starting point), look at how to get from here to there (plotting the course), & identify & discuss academic roadblocks and how to avoid them. 1333 Lakeshore Road, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. $45 for individuals or $80 per couple (Discounts available for qualifying families). Call (905) 515-9822 to register.

Gingerbread Book Club, Gingerbread Lane (Mississauga)
Propelled by the same storytelling instinct that made The Kite Runner a beloved classic, A Thousand Splendid Suns by Khaled Hosseini is at once a remarkable chronicle of three decades of Afghan history and a deeply moving account of family and friendship. It is a striking, heart-wrenching novel of an unforgiving time, an unlikely friendship, and an indestructible love-a stunning accomplishment. Cost: $2+gst - coffee/treats provided - Please register to attend. 1107 Lorne Park Road, 7 pm to 9 pm. To register, email registry@gingerbreadlane.ca or call 905-271-2900. Learn more at www.gingerbreadlane.ca.

Special Needs Family Get-Togethers, Gingerbread Lane (Mississauga)
Want to connect with other families sharing some of the same joys and challenges as you? Want to share ideas and resources? Want to establish a network of support and friendship for you and your child(ren)? Why not get together with other families in a family-friendly environment. 1107 Lorne Park Road, 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Monthly get-togethers scheduled - register your attendance today registry@gingerbreadlane.ca or call 905-271-2900. Learn more at www.gingerbreadlane.ca.

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 17

Tournament of Champions, Caledon Equestrian Park (Palgrave) (see Continuing Events)

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THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 18

Fall Home Show, Exhibition Place - Better Living Centre (see Continuing Events)

Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

Tournament of Champions, Caledon Equestrian Park (Palgrave) (see Continuing Events)

See: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits 

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 19

Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

Fall Home Show, Exhibition Place - Better Living Centre (see Continuing Events)

Canadian Oasis Bead Show, Metro Toronto Convention Centre - North Building (see Continuing Events)

Clay Pit Drop-In, Gardiner Museum (see Continuing Events)

Ancaster Fair (see Continuing Events)

Tournament of Champions, Caledon Equestrian Park (Palgrave) (see Continuing Events)

See: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits

New Mom Get-Togethers, Gingerbread Lane (Mississauga)
Why not get together with other new moms in a family-friendly environment. Cost: Children Under Age 1 are FREE or Admission for Play (if child is older than 1), Enjoy a Complimentary Coffee too! Quiet room available - for feeding or for snoozing (mom or infant)! 10 am to 11 am. To register, email registry@gingerbreadlane.ca or call 905-271-2900. 1107 Lorne Park Road, Mississauga. Learn more at www.gingerbreadlane.ca.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 20

Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

Fall Home Show, Exhibition Place - Better Living Centre (see Continuing Events)

Canadian Oasis Bead Show, Metro Toronto Convention Centre - North Building (see Continuing Events)

National Film Board, Animation Workshop Weekends (see Continuing Events)

Saturday Shenanigans, Bata Shoe Museum (see Continuing Events)

ROM Family Weekends (see Continuing Events)

Ancaster Fair (see Continuing Events)

Tournament of Champions, Caledon Equestrian Park (Palgrave) (see Continuing Events)

Water Treatment & Conservation, Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology (see Continuing Events)

A Morning with the Stars, Danforth Music Hall (see Theatre & Concerts)

The Little Mermaid & The Ugly Duckling, Solar Stage Children's Theatre (see Theatre & Concerts)

See: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits

Dance and Dance-ability, Fort York National Historic Site
Learn how to dance Jane Austin style. Everyone is welcome to try some English Country dancing at historic Fort York. Neither experience nor partners are necessary. Refreshments will be served. Pre-registration is required. $9.43 per person plus GST. Appropriate for ages 12 and up. 100 Garrison Road, 7:30 pm to 10 pm. Contact: (416) 392-6907 or fortyork@toronto.ca.

Early Music at the Inn, Montgomery's Inn
Enjoy period concerts and demonstrations throughout the Inn. Browse the CDs, sheet music and try your luck at winning prizes. In partnership with the Toronto Early Music Centre. Adults: $5.71 plus GST, seniors and students: $2.86 plus GST, Friends and TEMC members: Free.4709 Dundas Street West (at Islington Avenue), Noon to 5 pm. Contact: (416) 394-8113 or www.toronto.ca/museums.

A Neighbourhood Apple Festival, Woodbine Park (Free admission)
Attend a family-friendly event in support of Applegrove Services, featuring fun and affordable activities, refreshments and entertainment. South side of Queen Street East, between Kingston Road and Northern Dancer Boulevard, 11 am to 4 pm. Contact: www.applicious.ca.

52nd Annual Pioneer Festival, Black Creek Pioneer Village
This Mennonite and Pennsylvania-German festival boasts a Quilt Auction and many traditional foods. A guided horse-drawn wagon ride will take visitors through the North Property. 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Members Cost: Free; Non Members Cost: $13 adults; $9 children (ages 15 and under); $12 seniors and students; children 4 yrs. and under free. Parking is $6.00. Contact: (416) 736-1733 or www.blackcreek.ca/whatson. 

Thornhill Village Fair, Historic Thornhill
Come cheer on the parade, hear the music, savour the foods, and shop the more than 200 arts and crafts vendors on historic streets. 9 am to 4:30 pm. Contact: www.thornhillhistoric.org/festival for more information.

Art Fest on Main, Main Street & Market Square Historical Downtown Newmarket (Free admission)
Artfest is a juried outdoor Art Show and Sale. This event will showcase established artists and innovative emerging artists of all ages. 10 a.m to 4 p.m. Contact: 905-895-5193 or www.newmarket.ca for more information.

Doors Open Newmarket (Free event)
Tour buildings which are part of Newmarket's heritage. Contacct: www.www.newmarket.ca or www.doorsopenontario.com.

Kre8tive Art Festival, Old Town Hall (Newmarket)
Bring your children to celebrate live entertainment and performances featuring local talent including music, storytelling, dance, theatre, art and aboriginal films. Learn new dance moves, create mural designs, enjoy fun singsongs and watch mini theatre shows for kids. Door prizes. Building not wheelchair accessible. $3/child. Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. 460 Botsford Street, 1 to 4 pm. Contact: 905-895-5193 or www.newmarket.ca for more information.

Mom to Mom Indoor Garage Sale, North Peel Secondary School (Brampton)
$2.00 admission is going to Brampton Habitat for Humanity. Gift bag for the first 200 Shoppers. Rain or shine. 1305 Williams Pkwy (corner of Bramalea Rd & Williams Pkwy), 9 am to 12 pm. Contact: (416) 527-2728 or momtomom@rogers.com.

"I Said NO!" Seminar for Parent by Collaborative Minds, Gingerbread Lane (Mississauga)
Join Andriana Mantas of Collaborative Minds to learn more about and be provided with tools to strengthen your communication. The word 'no' is used so often, that most children tend to ignore it! This workshop will enable you to build on your relationship with your child. Cost: $35/participant + gst. 9:30 am to 11 am. To register, registry@gingerbreadlane.ca or 905-271-2900 - payment due at time of registration. 1107 Lorne Park Road. Learn more at www.gingerbreadlane.ca.

Infant & Child First Aid / CPR Workshop, Gingerbread Lane
Manual included. Cost: $40 (Individual) or $75 (Couple) +tx. Pre-registration required. 1107 Lorne Park Road, 2 pm to 4 pm. To register email registry@gingerbreadlane.ca or call 905-271-2900 - payment due at time of registration. Learn more at www.gingerbreadlane.ca. 

Heritage Day, Downtown Whitby (Free admission)
Family activities include heritage wagon tours, local chef food festival, entertainment, petting zoo, pony rides, games, crafts & contests for kids of all ages and more. Brock & Colborne Streets, 10 am to 4 pm. Contact: http://downtown.whitby.ca for more information.

Doors Open King Township (Free event)
Contact: (905) 833-2331 or for more information www.doorsopenontario.on.ca and a list of participating buildings.

Doors Open Oshawa (Free event)
Doors Open will provide residents and visitors with a unique opportunity to explore and enjoy sometimes hidden and always interesting places and spaces in Oshawa free of charge! Contact: www.doorsopenontario.on.ca.

Celebrate Ajax By the Lake, Ajax Waterfront (Free admission)
Enjoy activities from around the world, entertainment, art displays, crafts, sand castle building, kite demonstrations and kite making and much more. Lion's Point, Noon to 4 pm. Contact: www.townofajax.com. 

Downtown Cobourg Harvest Festival & 5th Annual Chili Cook-off
Enjoy the Cobourg Farmer's market, live bands, children's activities and contests, merchant displays, a chili cook-off, apple pie and more. King Street. Contact: (905) 377-8024 or www.downtowncobourg.ca. 

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 21

Doors Open Oshawa (see September 20)

Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

Fall Home Show, Exhibition Place - Better Living Centre (see Continuing Events)

Canadian Oasis Bead Show, Metro Toronto Convention Centre - North Building (see Continuing Events)

National Film Board, Animation Workshop Weekends (see Continuing Events)

ROM Family Weekends (see Continuing Events)

Clay Pit Drop-In, Gardiner Museum (see Continuing Events)

Ancaster Fair (see Continuing Events)

Tournament of Champions, Caledon Equestrian Park (Palgrave) (see Continuing Events)

Music & Truffles Concert - U.S. Trio Chatham Baroque, Walter Hall (see Theatre & Concerts)

The Little Mermaid & The Ugly Duckling, Solar Stage Children's Theatre (see Theatre & Concerts)

See: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits

Harvest Festival, Todmorden Hills Heritage Museum & Arts Centre (Free admission)
Celebrate the harvest season in the valley! Costumed interpreters, musicians, storytellers, historic cooking demonstrations and tastings, artisans, food vendors and more! Bottom of Pottery Road, East of Bayview Avenue, West of Broadview Avenue, Noon to 4 pm. Contact: (416) 396-2819 or www.toronto.ca/museums.

Sunday Royal Brunch, Casa Loma
The Royal Brunch served in the stately elegance of Toronto's famous castle is an event to remember. The Conservatory and Library are spectacular settings for your meal. After brunch, enjoy a self-guided tour of the castle and a stroll through the estate gardens. Next Sunday Royal Brunch- Thanksgiving- October 12. Seating Times: 11:00am and 12:00 noon. Adults: $41.50 + PST/GST (gratuity included) Children (4-12): $20.75 + PST/GST (gratuity included) Children (1-3): $11.00 + PST/GST (gratuity included) Children under 1: Free. Full payment required upon booking (credit card or cash payment). Non-refundable ten days prior to date of the brunch. For reservations call (416) 923-1171 and ask for the catering office. Learn more at www.casaloma.org.

Fall Car Show, Courtice Flea Market (Free admission)
Cruisers presents 75 to 100 cars from all over Ontario; all makes and models. 15 trophies are awarded; including one for the top car voted on by peers. Music and more. 10 am to 3 pm. Contact: www.courticefleamarket.com.

Indian Summer Festival, Crawford Lake Conservation Area (Campbellville)
Feel the drumbeat as the Iroquoian village comes to life during this celebration of Ontario's First Nations. Activities include: First Nations dancers, special guest presenters, First Nations arts and crafts sale, corn husk doll making, discovery hunts and more! 10 am to 5 pm. Contact: (905) 854-0234 or www.conservationhalton.on.ca.

Pages of Literature... Anne of Green Gables^TM, Westfield Heritage Village (Rockton)
Visitors to Westfield will discover and tour actual movie locations, participate in an Anne look-a-like contest, and imagine themselves in Avonlea with Anne. Kids will be treated to activities throughout the day and enjoy steam traction engine wagon rides. Admission - Adults $9.50, Seniors/Disabled $8.50, Youth 6-12 years of age $5.50, Children 5 years and under are free. 1049 Kirkwall Road, 10 am to 4 pm. Contact: (519) 621-8851, 1-800-883-0104 or www.westfieldheritage.ca for more information.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 22

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Saucy Lady Demonstration with Nadine Hughes, Fish Bones Oyster Bar & Grille (Oakville)
Ever wonder what makes those resaurant meals taste that extra special? It's usually in the sauces! Recipes include some of the mother sauces, Sauce Béchamel, Sauce Veloute, and Sauce Hollandaise. More up-to-date recipes bring in Pesto Sauce, Green Olive Tapenade, Chickpea Hummus, Moutabel Sauce (Roasted Eggplant and Garlic Sauce), Spicy Lentil Sauce, Indian-Style Tomato-Onion Sauce, and Asian-Style Sesame Sauce. We also include Reduced Fat Blue Cheese Dressing and Reduced Fat Vinaigrette. Learn how to stir your way to a tastier meal. Cost: $85 per person. Pre-registration required. 335 Kerr Street, 7 pm to 9:30 pm. Contact: (905) 849-9007, thecookscompanion@sympatico.ca or http://nhughes.homestead.com.

Mom 2 Two Get Togethers, Gingerbread Lane (Mississauga)
Why not get together with moms who are have all the same questions, issues and feelings? While you enjoy your visit, we will have a Child Minder to keep your older child busy and safe in the playground. Cost: $10 + tax Includes supervised play for 1-1/2 hours - Coffee is Free! To register - email registry@gingerbreadlane.ca or call 905-271-2900 - payment due at time of registration. 10 am to 11:30 am. 1107 Lorne Park Road. Learn more at www.gingerbreadlane.ca.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 23

Birth Refresher Class by babyREADY, Gingerbread Lane (see: Sept. 13)

See: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits

WEDNESDAY, SEPTEMBER 24

See: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 25

Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

See: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 26

Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

Clay Pit Drop-In, Gardiner Museum (see Continuing Events)

See: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits

Dora's Fall Fair, Alphas Discovery Club (Mississauga)
Come and meet Dora and participate in Fall theme activities such as carnival games, apple crafts and a scavenger hunt. $8 admission. 170 Ambassador Drive, Unit 10, 5 pm to 8 pm. Contact: (905) 564-2511 or www.alphasdiscoveryclub.com.

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 27

National Film Board, Animation Workshop Weekends (see Continuing Events)

ROM Family Weekends (see Continuing Events)

Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

Saturday Shenanigans, Bata Shoe Museum (see Continuing Events)

PumpkinFest, Downey's Farm (see Continuing Events)

Milton Harvest Festival, Springridge Farm (see Continuing Events)

Water Treatment & Conservation, Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology (see Continuing Events)

The Little Mermaid & The Ugly Duckling, Solar Stage Children's Theatre (see Theatre & Concerts)

See: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits

Gourdfest, Black Creek Pioneer Village
The Canadian Gourd Society presents Gourdfest, a celebration, showcase and competition of beautifully carved gourds. You’ll never look at the gourd the same way again. 1000 Murray Ross Parkway, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Members Cost: Free; Non Members Cost: $13 adults; $9 children (ages 15 and under); $12 seniors and students; children 4 yrs. and under free. Parking is $6.00. Contact: (416) 736-1733 or www.blackcreek.ca/whatson. 

Hardy Orchids of the Greater Toronto Area, The Brick Works
Join Evergreen to learn about the conservation and habitat of hardy Ontario orchids, the hidden jewels of our landscape. Meet at the Evergreen Brick Works front gates/Wildflower Gardens. Pay what you can, suggested donation $5.00. Please register at events@evergreen.ca or call 416-596-1495 ext. 242. You can also sign up at the Evergreen information table, Evergreen Brick Works Farmers’ Market. 550 Bayview Ave, between the Prince Edward Viaduct (Bloor/Danforth) and Pottery Rd., 10 a.m. to noon. Learn more at www.evergreen.ca.

24th Annual Applefest, Markham Museum
Join in Markham Museum’s salute to the wonderful apple! The Museum operates its own apple cider mill and offers samples to visitors. The orchard is open for picking! Family Dance Friday night! Visitors can participate in a variety of hands-on activities for children of all ages as well as showcase a wonderful array of pioneer handicrafts and skills. Witness the operation of the on-premises sawmill and visit our historic buildings. Our steam tractor will be fired up and our antique thresher will show participants a glimpse of farm life from the turn of the last century.  Live entertainment, carousel, boat, train and wagon rides too. Admission: $6 adults, $5 seniors/students, $4 for kids. Children 2 and under admitted free. 9350 Hwy. 48, 10 am to 5 pm. Contact: www.markhammuseum.ca.

Doors Open Mississauga-Meadowvale (Free event)
Doors Open will provide residents and visitors with a unique opportunity to explore and enjoy sometimes hidden and always interesting places and spaces in Mississauga free of charge! Contact: www.doorsopenontario.on.ca.

Diaper Disco, Johnny B Nightclub and Restaurant (Whitby)
Johnny B Nightclub and Restaurant in Whitby will concert into a daytime family dance party for the under-12 crowd and their cool parents. The in-house DJ will be spinning tunes to encourage kids and parents alike to “shake their booty” to songs such as “YMCA” and “Boogie Wonderland”. The venue will be clean, kid-friendly and the VIP Lounge will be converted into a diaper changing and breastfeeding area. Part of the proceeds from this event will benefit the Valentine Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) at Mount Sinai Hospital. Advance tickets are $10 / $30 for a Family Pass (4 people). 75 Consumers Road (off Thickson Road, near the 401), 12 pm to 3 pm. Contact: www.diaperdisco.com.

Apple Day, Battlefield House Museum & Park (Stoney Creek) (Free outdoor admission)
Enjoy fall-time harvest fun in Battlefield Park. Games, wagon rides, pumpkin decorating, demonstrations, entertainment, tours of the Museum and Monument, apple goodies and enter the 'Battlefield Bake-Off. 77 King Street West, 10:30 am to 4:30 pm. Free outdoor event. Regular admission rates apply to the museum. Contact: (905) 662-8458, battlefield@hamilton.ca or www.hamilton.ca/museums.

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 28

24th Annual Applefest, Markham Museum (see September 27)

Rogers Chinese Lantern Festival, Ontario Place (see Continuing Events)

National Film Board, Animation Workshop Weekends (see Continuing Events)

ROM Family Weekends (see Continuing Events)

Clay Pit Drop-In, Gardiner Museum (see Continuing Events)

PumpkinFest, Downey's Farm (see Continuing Events)

Milton Harvest Festival, Springridge Farm (see Continuing Events)

Sing & Dance with Jack Grunsky, Solar Stage Children's Theatre (see Theatre & Concerts)

See: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits

The Word on the Street, Queen's Park (Free admission)
Queen’s Park will transform into a booklover’s paradise with a marketplace of more than 200 book, magazine and literacy exhibits, readings by Canadian authors, poets, storytellers, and performers, and a myriad of workshops for aspiring writers. The award-winning Toronto festival delivers a full day of fun for all ages, whether you want to enjoy the Little Reader's Tent, French Immersion Children's Tent, TVO Kids Performers and more. 11 am to 6 pm. Contact: www.thewordonthestreet.ca for more information.

Make Your Own Felt Footwear! Led by Temma Gentles, Bata Shoe Museum
Artist/teacher Temma Gentles will guide you through the process of making a pair of custom felt slippers embellished in a style inspired by the Museum’s collection. 327 Bloor Street West, 10 am to 3.30 pm. Cost: $75 per participant; youth under 13 years old $60 each; $50 for Museum members. Space is limited to 6 participants; suitable for participants 10 years and older. Price includes admission to the Museum, exhibition tour. To pre-register for this workshop call 416.979.7799 x242. Learn more at www.batashoemuseum.ca. 

200 years of Lakefront Development, A Fort York Historic District Walking Tour
Explore the history and evolution of Fort York, the Garrison Common and the nearby Lake Ontario shoreline from the early British colonial era to the present day. Hear about the origins of the Fort, the fortification of the harbour, and the subsequent transportation, industrial and recreational development of this vital area. Free admission to Fort York following tour. Free parking. 1 pm to 2:30 pm.
100 Garrison Road. Contact: (416) 392-6907 or fortyork@toronto.ca.

Pedestrian Sundays, Kensington Market (Free event)
The theme for today is Earth! Global Harvest Traditions in celebration of the bounty of the earth. Exchange seeds, meet our farmers, enjoy a feast of local foods, and learn a harvest dance. Learn more at: www.pskensington.ca. 

Grandma and Me Dessert Tea, Parkwood (Oshawa)
Parkwood is offering the perfect opportunity for grandparents and grandkids to share some time and history together at a Grandma and Me Dessert Tea in the Parkwood Sunroom. The dessert tea provides grandparents the opportunity to share special family memories with grandchildren while creating new traditions together. The tea will run from 2pm to 4pm. Dessert Tea is $17.00 per person and advance ticket purchase is required. Please phone (905) 433-4311 between Tuesday and Sunday to place your order. Guests who wish to take the mansion tour are welcome to do so and may purchase those tickets the day of the event. 270 Simcoe St N, at the corner of Adelaide St in Oshawa. Learn more at www.parkwoodestate.com.

Straight from the Garden, Dundurn National Historic Site (Hamilton)
Dundurn Castle invites you and your family to explore the historic garden and its relationship to today's healthy eating. Demonstrations include beer brewing, local food growers and a variety of activities for children. 610 York Boulevard, 12 pm to 4 pm. Admission - Adults: $10.00, Seniors/Youth: $8.00, Children: $5.00, Infants: Free, Family: $25.00. Contact: (905) 546-2872, dundurn@hamilton.ca or www.hamilton.ca/museums.

Golden Horseshoe Live Steamer Day, Hamilton Museum of Steam & Technology (Free admission)
Hear that whistle calling and get onboard. Catch a ride on coal burning steam powered miniature trains. They look, sound and smell just like their full-size cousins. 900 Woodward Avenue, 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Contact: (905) 546-4797, steammuseum@hamilton.ca or www.hamilton.ca/museums.

MONDAY, SEPTEMBER 29

Ghosts and Ladders, Lorraine Kimsa Theatre for Young People (see Theatre & Concerts)

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Fabulous, Fast & Fresh Demonstration with Nadine Hughes, Fish Bones Oyster Bar & Grille (Oakville)
It's got to be quick, easy, healthy and tasty to make it into tonight's class. These recipes will show you how to make quick and easy meals using the freshest of ingredients. Who needs take out when you can make meals at home like Sherried Black Bean Soup, Chili Rubbed Tilapia, Ginger Chicken and many more. Cost: $100 per person. Pre-registration required. 335 Kerr Street, 7 pm to 9:30 pm. Contact: (905) 849-9007, thecookscompanion@sympatico.ca or http://nhughes.homestead.com.

TUESDAY, SEPTEMBER 30

Ghosts and Ladders, Lorraine Kimsa Theatre for Young People (see Theatre & Concerts)

See: Continuing Events and Continuing Exhibits

The Optimistic Child: Fostering Optimism & Resilience in Your Child, The Burlington Art Centre
Based on the book, The Optimistic Child, by Martin P. Seligman, Ph.D., this workshops shows you how to teach your children the skills of optimism, helping them to achieve more both at school and in life. Learn about the fundamentals of optimism & pessimism, how to measure your child's level of optimism, and strategies to boost your child's ability to combat depression and come back from failure. Participants also receive a copy of Dr. Seligman's book, The Optimistic Child, to take with them—a $20 value. (Note: One book per registered individual or couple.) 1333 Lakeshore Road, 7:30 – 9:00 p.m. Cost: $45 for individuals or $80 per couple (Discounts available for qualifying families). Contact: (905) 515-9822 to register.

CONTINUING EVENTS

24th Annual Vegetarian Food Fair, Harbourfront Centre (September 5 to 7) (Free admission)
Come and sample vegetarian cuisine, discover new ways to add variety to your meals and expand your knowledge of nutritious and ethical foods. Over 100