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Ah, March, that most conflicted of months. The days are getting longer, but it's still nasty cold out. Spring is hovering enticingly just over the horizon, but not quite close enough to feel. Thoughts turn to gardens and flowers, but there is still an impenetrable layer of ice coating every exposed surface.
And then there is March Break. For those fortunate enough to take the week off with their kids, March Break can be a joy indeed. But for the working stiffs - and that's most of us these days, moms and dads alike - it's a bit of a bad joke. Whose bright idea was it, anyway, to give kids a week off school right in the middle of the working year?
Fortunately, public agencies and enterprising entrepreneurs alike have seen fit to take advantage of this lull in the school year to come up with all kinds of great activities for kids. From art classes to concerts to horseback riding camp, there is something for just about everyone in this year's selection of March Break activities. Not only will your kids have something fun to do, they might just learn something, too. .
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Saturday, March 13 March Break: The Peterborough Public Library presents The Captain Corbin Magic Show & Jungle Buddies beginning at 10 a.m. at the Peterborough Public Library (345 Aylmer St. N., Peterborough). Join the Captain, a slightly confused magical pirate, as he entertains and amazes children of all ages. Free tickets will be available in the Children's department starting Tuesday, February 17. For more information call (705) 745-5382 x2381.
Workshop: Journey Through the Arts presents Children's Visual Art Workshops at Journey Through the Arts (27 Walton St. 2nd Floor, Port Hope). C'mon kids, tell the world what you think with what you wear at this March break T-shirt painting workshop with instruction by Christine Benson-Woods. To register call (905) 885-0908. Tickets are $20 per workshop (includes all supplies).
Saturday, March 13 - Sunday, March 21 Sugar Bush: Wheeler's Maple Syrup Sugar Camp presents March Break Maple Festival from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at 1001 Highland Line, Lanark Highlands (McDonalds Corners). Bring the kids to see how maple syrup is made at the sugar bush. Sleigh rides, taffy-on-snow and artisans in the Museum on weekends, tours, nature trails, heritage displays, pancake meals, and maple products for sale. Open to the public daily from February 16– mid-April. For more information call (613) 278-2090.
Monday, March 15 March Break: The Peterborough Public Library presents The Indian River Reptile Zoo beginning at 2 p.m. at the Peterborough Public Library (345 Aylmer St. N., Peterborough). Sllllllllither in to see the siiiiiiights! Free tickets will be available in the Children's department starting Tuesday, February 17. For more information call (705) 745-5382 x2381.
March Break: The Peterborough Public Library presents Movie Monday beginning at 10:30 a.m. at the Peterborough Public Library (345 Aylmer St. N., Peterborough). No registration is required for this family friendly PG rated screening of Planet 51. For more information call (705) 745-5382 x2381.
March Break: The Canadian Canoe Museum presents Wood working at The Canadian Canoe Museum (910 Monaghan Rd., Peterborough). Learn what and how to make a wanigan. 9 a.m. - noon for ages 5-7 and afternoons from 1- 4 p.m. for ages 8-11. Tickets are $20 each session. For more information call (705) 748-9153.
Monday, March 15 - Friday, March 19 March Break Art Activities: The Art Gallery of Peterborough presents Discovery Studio at the Art Gallery of Peterborough (250 Crescent St., Peterborough). Instructor and artist Rebecca Reynolds presents a week of activities at 9a.m. - noon for ages 5-8 and at 1-4 p.m. for ages 9-12. Monday, Portraits: me and my friends. Tuesday, Painting Party; learn about painting techniques from history. Wednesday, Puppet Show: make your very own puppet and put on a puppet show. Thursday, Mobile Madness: create and hang beautiful, colourful, flying mobiles. Friday, Recycle Cycle:
anything you can find – can become art. Tickets are $15 per half day or $70 per week. For more information call (705) 743-9179.
Camp: The Canadian Canoe Museum presents March Break Camp at The Canadian Canoe Museum (910 Monaghan Rd., Peterborough). Come all week long or choose one program, with sessions at 9 a.m. - noon for ages 5-7 and afternoons from 1- 4 p.m. for ages 8-11. Monday: Wood working, make a wanigan. Tuesday: Drum making, with lively songs. Wednesday: Arctic adventures, with soap stone carving. Thursday: Junior curator, build a mini exhibit. Friday: Artist in Residence, reveal the artist within and connect with the canoe. For more information call (705) 748-9153.
Workshop: The Art School of Peterborough presents Art Camp from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at the Art School of Peterborough (178A Charlotte St., Charlotte Mews, Peterborough). Here's a week long art adventure for ages 6-12. Campers will explore pottery, mixed media, drawing and painting with our youth/teen program instructors. All art supplies are included and students are responsible for their own lunch and snacks (no nut products please). Comfortable clothes and shoes are recommended and be prepared to get messy. Tickets are $45 per day or $200 for the week. For more information call (705) 742-3221.
Sports Camp: The Sport & Wellness Centre presents Day Camp from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at the Peterborough Sport & Wellness Centre (775 Brealey Dr., Peterborough). Enjoy these program for ages 5 to 11. This five-day camp is jam-packed with fun and opportunity for your child including a daily recreational swim, so remember to bring all of your swim gear. Also, parents and guardians are reminded that weather permitting, the children will be partaking in outdoor activities and warm, outdoor clothing will be needed. Indoor running shoes will be needed, as well as a nut-free lunch complete with snacks and a water bottle. Extended care service is available for this program. Tickets are members $82.50, non-members $110. For more information call (705) 742-0050.
Workshop: The Peterborough Museum and Archives presents KinderKidz, a program for children ages 4, 5 and 6 at the Peterborough Centennial Museum and Archives (Museum Dr. at 300 Hunter St. E., Peterborough). KinderKidz is designed for children in JK, SK and Grade 1. Explore a different theme each day through stories, songs, crafts, games, and museum exhibits. Learn about the Arctic, the ocean, the jungle, art and weather. Each day will also include puppets, puzzles, art, toys and the outdoors. The cost is $15 per half day. For more information call (705) 743-5180.
Horse Riding: Wit's End presents Horse Camp. Come to the farm to learn about horses at this week long camp Monday-Friday or join the over night residential horse camp from Saturday to Saturday. email witsendfarm@gmail.com to register and for directions.
Workshop: The Peterborough Academy of Performing Arts (P.A.P.A.) hosts March Break Camp 2010 from 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. at Peterborough Academy of Performing Arts (P.A.P.A.) (159 King St., Peterborough). P.A.P.A. offers a fun and affordable week of skits, improv and musical theatre. Children will learn how to make up and perform comedy sketches, enjoy improv games and have a crack at "Broadway" like songs. $150 for a full week of fun. (After hours child care also available). For more information call (705) 745-1114.
Tuesday, March 16 March Break: The Peterborough Public Library presents Pre-school Drop In Storytime beginning at 10:45 a.m. at the Peterborough Public Library (345 Aylmer St. N., Peterborough). No registration is required for this cozy event full of special stories sure to delight the little ones. For more information call (705) 745-5382 x2381.
March Break: The Peterborough Public Library presents Drumming Circle from 2 - 3 p.m. at the Peterborough Public Library (345 Aylmer St. N., Peterborough). Come make some noise, share rhythm and create exciting in-the-moment music. This is a free program for ages 6+. Registration begins February 17 in the children's department. Please note that space is limited. For more information call (705) 745-5382 x2381.
Workshop: The Peterborough Museum and Archives presents Ancient Egypt, a program for children ages 7 to 11 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Peterborough Centennial Museum and Archives (Museum Dr. at 300 Hunter St. E., Peterborough). Can you walk like an Egyptian? Then walk this way and learn to play, eat and write like an Egyptian too! Wear a pharaoh’s crown, build a pyramid, and learn to write your name in ancient hieroglyphics. Tickets are $30. For more information call (705) 743-5180.
March Break: The Canadian Canoe Museum presents Drum making workshop at The Canadian Canoe Museum (910 Monaghan Rd., Peterborough). Learn how to stretch a drum and join in for a lively drumming session. 9 a.m. - noon for ages 5-7 and afternoons from 1- 4 p.m. for ages 8-11. Tickets are $20 each session. For more information call (705) 748-9153.
Tuesday, March 16 - Friday, March 19 Workshop: Hutchison House Museum host March Break Fun from 9:30 a.m. - noon at the Hutchison House Museum (270 Brock St., Peterborough). Each morning children 6 years or older can enjoy workshops offered at the Museum. Children can make their own teddy bears, learn how to needlepoint, make dream catchers, kaleidoscopes and books. All programs run from 9:30am-12 except Needle point which is 1-4 p.m. Please call to register. Tickets are $15 per child, per workshop. For more information call (705) 743-9710.
Wednesday, March 17 March Break: The Peterborough Public Library presents Lets Lego from 11 a.m. - noon at the Peterborough Public Library (345 Aylmer St. N., Peterborough). This event is also offered on the same day from 2 - 3 p.m. Come snap those colourful pieces together into... This is a free program for ages 6+. Registration begins February 17 in the children's department. For more information call (705) 745-5382 x2381.
Workshop: The Peterborough Museum and Archives presents Musical Maniacs, a program for children ages 7 to 11 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Peterborough Centennial Museum and Archives (Museum Dr. at 300 Hunter St. E., Peterborough). Jake is at the Museum for a one day concert - starring you! Rock your socks off on the guitar, piano and clarinet, and play musical games. This is a fun and noisy day for everybody, with no previous musical background necessary. Tickets are $30. For more information call (705) 743-5180.
March Break: The Canadian Canoe Museum presents Arctic adventures at The Canadian Canoe Museum (910 Monaghan Rd., Peterborough). Learn how to carve soap stone and listen to some exciting great white north adventures. 9 a.m. - noon for ages 5-7 and afternoons from 1- 4 p.m. for ages 8-11. Tickets are $20 each session. For more information call (705) 748-9153.
Thursday, March 18 March Break: The Peterborough Public Library presents Animal Shenanigans from 10:30 a.m. - noon at the Peterborough Public Library (345 Aylmer St. N., Peterborough). Come hear stories of magic and trickery from near and far away lands - of animals, big and small, wild and tall. With musical delights, puppet pranks and an animal craft. No registration is required. Please note, children under 6 must be accompanied by an adult. For more information call (705) 745-5382 x2381.
March Break: The Peterborough Public Library presents Wildlife Presentations beginning at 2 p.m. at the Peterborough Public Library (345 Aylmer St. N., Peterborough). Come to the auditorium for a free presentation of birds with a break followed by a presentation on mammals. No registration is required. For more information call (705) 745-5382 x2381.
Workshop: St. John Ambulance presents a Babysitting course from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at Super 8 Motel (1257 Lansdowne St. W., Peterborough). This one day award-winning babysitting course is for students in grade 5 and up and includes a book and certification. Taught by St. John Ambulance first aid/CPR and babysitting instructors. Tickets are $55. For more information call (705) 745-0331.
Workshop: The Peterborough Museum and Archives presents the Noble Samurai, a program for children ages 7 to 11 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Peterborough Centennial Museum and Archives (Museum Dr. at 300 Hunter St. E., Peterborough). Put on your best Kimono! It’s time to learn the Bushido - the warrior’s code - in this craft and fun-filled exploration of the samurai warrior. Learn about the arms and armour of the samurai and make your own mempo mask and samurai sword. Tickets are $30. For more information call (705) 743-5180.
March Break: The Canadian Canoe Museum presents Junior Curator at The Canadian Canoe Museum (910 Monaghan Rd., Peterborough). Learn how to build a mini exhibit. 9 a.m. - noon for ages 5-7 and afternoons from 1- 4 p.m. for ages 8-11. Tickets are $20 each session. For more information call (705) 748-9153.
Friday, March 19 March Break: The Peterborough Public Library presents Puppet Workshop for Kids from 1 - 4 p.m. at the Peterborough Public Library (345 Aylmer St. N., Peterborough). Welcome to the world of shadow puppets. Kids 8+ will be shown how to make, devise stories, and perform their own shadow puppet plays. Registration is required at the Children's information desk starting February 17. For more information call (705) 745-5382 x2381.
Workshop: St. John Ambulance presents a Babysitting course from 8:30 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. This one day award-winning babysitting course is for students in grade 5 and up and includes a book and certification. Taught by St. John Ambulance first aid/CPR and babysitting instructors. Tickets are $55. For more information call (705) 745-0331.
Workshop: The Peterborough Museum and Archives presents Acting Out, a program for children ages 7 to 11 from 9 a.m. - 4 p.m. at the Peterborough Centennial Museum and Archives (Museum Dr. at 300 Hunter St. E., Peterborough). Ray Henderson returns for another day of drama at the Museum! Try out your acting skills, learn how to create a script, decorate a set and bring your character to life in just a few hours. Parents are invited to the grand opening of your unique play at the end of the day. Tickets are $30. For more information call (705) 743-5180.
March Break: The Canadian Canoe Museum presents Artist in Residence at The Canadian Canoe Museum (910 Monaghan Rd., Peterborough). Reveal the artist within as you connect with the canoe. 9 a.m. - noon for ages 5-7 and afternoons from 1- 4 p.m. for ages 8-11. Tickets are $20 each session. For more information call (705) 748-9153.
Saturday, March 20 Workshop: Journey Through the Arts presents Children's Visual Art Workshops at Journey Through the Arts (27 Walton St. 2nd Floor, Port Hope). Children are invited to end March break and help bring in spring with this flower pot painting workshop with instruction by Christine Benson-Woods. To register call (905) 885-0908. Tickets are $20 per workshop (includes all supplies).
Saturday, March 27 & Sunday, March 28 Sugar Bush: The Waring House and Prince Edward County Maple Producers hosts the 9th annual Maple in the Country from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. events located throughout the county. Over five thousand visitors and locals enjoy the sweet treats of March in this self-directed, two-day celebration, with pancake breakfasts, tours of maple bushes, sugar shack demonstrations, music, dancing, shopping, fine dining, family activities, and so much more. For more information call (866) 845-6644.
Saturday, March 27 - Wednesday, April 21 Sugar Bush: Waverley Brook Farm hosts Sugar Shack tours from 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. at 1632 Old Donald Rd. (Haliburton). Come visit the farm during the end of March-April Monday to Saturday for the ultimate maple syrup experience. Nestled at the foot of the sugar bush, the Sugar Shack billows steam out the top, while sap is being boiled into maple syrup. For more information call (613) 278-2090.
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