{"id":1267,"date":"2016-03-08T01:43:38","date_gmt":"2016-03-08T06:43:38","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/www.opushomes.com\/?p=1267"},"modified":"2017-06-05T01:22:11","modified_gmt":"2017-06-05T05:22:11","slug":"march-break-2016-events-in-your-area","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.opushomes.com\/blog\/march-break-2016-events-in-your-area\/","title":{"rendered":"March Break 2016 Events in Your Area"},"content":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h4><span style=\"color: #000000;\">It\u2019s almost here! March Break is a great time to work a little less and play a little more. \u00a0If you\u2019re wondering what to do in your community, here are a few highlights for kids big and small. \u00a0<\/span><\/h4>\n<p>[\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text]<\/p>\n<h5><span style=\"color: #000000;\">BRAMPTON<\/span><\/h5>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.brampton.ca\/EN\/residents\/recreational-Activities\/Pages\/March-Break.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The City of Brampton<\/a> has a variety of March Break programs, including drop in programs, which are perfect for the parents who aren\u2019t into planning. There are some great options for kids who like to swim and skate.<\/p>\n<p>For those who have an interest in the arts, may we suggest <a href=\"http:\/\/www.pama.peelregion.ca\/en\/programseventsandschoolresources\/marchbreak.asp\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">PAMA<\/a>? \u00a0Drop in all week and see what\u2019s shaking:\u00a0There\u2019s yoga, storytelling &amp; plays, history, and even dancing.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.pama.peelregion.ca\/en\/programseventsandschoolresources\/marchbreak.asp\"><br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.playdium.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Playdium<\/a> is always a fun place for those who love the thrill of gaming. \u00a0There\u2019s even a March Break special.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><span style=\"color: #000000;\">RICHMOND HILL<\/span><\/h5>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.richmondhill.ca\/documents\/march_break_flyer.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">The Town of Richmond Hill<\/a> has tons of great programs, in addition to public skating. \u00a0These programs are for kids of all ages, even tweens and teens, who are sometimes hard to please!\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.richmondhill.ca\/documents\/march_break_flyer.pdf\"><br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Here\u2019s an idea parents will enjoy too: roll with <a href=\"http:\/\/www.worldbowl.ca\/promotions.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">March Break at World Bowl:<\/a>\u00a0\u00a0they have special pricing for March Break, and who doesn\u2019t love the goofy shoes!<\/p>\n<p>One final idea in Richmond Hill that will get you out of the cold, try the <a href=\"http:\/\/www.richmondhill.ca\/subpage.asp?pageid=parks_the_wave_pool\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Wave Pool<\/a>. \u00a0Excitement abounds with waves, soak in the warm water of the swirl pool, or ride the thrilling 160 ft. twisting water slide!<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><span style=\"color: #000000;\">WHITBY<\/span><\/h5>\n<p>In <a href=\"http:\/\/www.whitby.ca\/en\/residents\/resources\/cm-Event_MarchBreakActivities2016.pdf\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Whitby<\/a>, the Town has great activities planned for families, including swimming and skating.\u00a0<a href=\"http:\/\/www.whitby.ca\/en\/residents\/resources\/cm-Event_MarchBreakActivities2016.pdf\"><br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<p>For parents with kids that need to let some steam off, may we suggest <a href=\"http:\/\/kidszonedurham.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Kids Zone Durham<\/a>? This indoor gym is the perfect place to run around, and also has an arcade, laser tag and a snack bar.<\/p>\n<p>As well, families all over Durham Region can take advantage of OPG\u2019s <a href=\"http:\/\/www.opg.com\/communities-and-partners\/host-communities\/Pages\/March-Break-Madness.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">March Break Madness<\/a>, many activities are free and educational.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><span style=\"color: #000000;\">AURORA<\/span><\/h5>\n<p>This year, the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.aurora.ca\/Thingstodo\/Pages\/Recreation\/March-Break-Activities.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Town of Aurora<\/a> has swimming, skating and rock climbing, fitness and camps throughout March Break. \u00a0Add some of these great activities to your plans.<a href=\"https:\/\/www.aurora.ca\/Thingstodo\/Pages\/Recreation\/March-Break-Activities.aspx\"><br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<p>Princes and Princesses will enjoy Duffle bag Theatre Co\u2019s presentation of Cinderella, at the <a href=\"http:\/\/auroraculturalcentre.ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/2016\/01\/March-Break-flyer-2016.jpg\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Aurora Cultural Centre,<\/a> as well as a host of other exciting events throughout the March Break:<\/p>\n<p>Aurora Public Library has a variety of events happening, including <a href=\"http:\/\/aurorapl.ca\/events\/2016-03-16-103000-2016-03-16-120000\/march-break-games\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">fun and games<\/a> which is a free drop in.<\/p>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<h5><span style=\"color: #000000;\">A few other ideas for adventuring families:<\/span><\/h5>\n<p>March is Maple Syrup time! Visit your local <a href=\"http:\/\/maplesyrupfest.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">sugar bush<\/a> for delicious treats and to learn all about the practice of harvesting syrup.<\/p>\n<p>There\u2019s no mystery that <a href=\"http:\/\/www.blackcreek.ca\/v2\/events\/march-break.dot\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Black Creek Pioneer Village<\/a> has a great program for kids this March Break, and kids are free with adult admission. \u00a0Experience the Sherlock Holmes mystery event happening all week.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"http:\/\/www.torontozoo.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">March Break at the Zoo<\/a> &#8211; Experience the zoo this March Break! There are always great things happening including meeting some new animal babies.<a href=\"http:\/\/www.torontozoo.com\/\"><br \/>\n<\/a><\/p>\n<p>For fans young and old, <a href=\"http:\/\/comicontoronto.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener noreferrer\">Comic Con<\/a> is coming back to Toronto! From March 18-20th.<\/p>\n<p>And finally, if you\u2019re tired out and looking to stay busy at home, here are a few ideas to see you through some blustery March weather:<br \/>\n\u2022 Make your own pizzas<br \/>\n\u2022 Decorate your own cup cakes<br \/>\n\u2022 Host a movie marathon<br \/>\n\u2022 Have a family game night<br \/>\n\u2022 Visit your local library<br \/>\n\u2022 Make Easter crafts<\/p>\n<p>We hope this list gives you some great inspiration for a safe and happy March Break![\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row]<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>[vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] It\u2019s almost here! March Break is a great time to work a little less and play a little more. \u00a0If you\u2019re wondering what to do in your community, here are a few highlights for kids big and small. \u00a0 [\/vc_column_text][\/vc_column][\/vc_row][vc_row][vc_column][vc_column_text] BRAMPTON The City of Brampton has a variety of March Break programs, including drop &hellip; <\/p>\n<p class=\"link-more\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.opushomes.com\/blog\/march-break-2016-events-in-your-area\/\" class=\"more-link\">Continue reading<span class=\"screen-reader-text\"> &#8220;March Break 2016 Events in Your Area&#8221;<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":3,"featured_media":1270,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"open","sticky":false,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"footnotes":""},"categories":[13],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-1267","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-opus-homes"],"_links":{"self":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.opushomes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1267","targetHints":{"allow":["GET"]}}],"collection":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.opushomes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts"}],"about":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.opushomes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/types\/post"}],"author":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.opushomes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/users\/3"}],"replies":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.opushomes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/comments?post=1267"}],"version-history":[{"count":0,"href":"https:\/\/www.opushomes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/posts\/1267\/revisions"}],"wp:featuredmedia":[{"embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.opushomes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media\/1270"}],"wp:attachment":[{"href":"https:\/\/www.opushomes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/media?parent=1267"}],"wp:term":[{"taxonomy":"category","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.opushomes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/categories?post=1267"},{"taxonomy":"post_tag","embeddable":true,"href":"https:\/\/www.opushomes.com\/blog\/wp-json\/wp\/v2\/tags?post=1267"}],"curies":[{"name":"wp","href":"https:\/\/api.w.org\/{rel}","templated":true}]}}