DOGGIE FUN
You know how on Saturday mornings, your dog can sense that you’re not going to work and will therefore give you their best sad eyes that scream “take me with you!”??
Well this Saturday, October 27 from 10:30 a.m. – noon, you get to be doggie parent extraordinaire! Dress up your pooches and bring them to the Merrill Park Dog Association annual Howl-o-Ween festival! (Because what does a dog love more than dressing up in costume?)
Enjoy the festivities in the park and help raise money for Speaking of Dogs.
* Dog Costume Contest * Mummy Wrap * Poop Toss * Bobbing for Balls * Prizes!!! * Beverages and Snacks * And more…
(Rain Date: Sunday, October 28th)
Click here for more info, or if you might want to volunteer to help out!
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DECA’S 2nd POP UP SHOP: MRS. DARLING’S IMAGINARIUM
Did you pop in to the pop up over the weekend? Could you feel the buzz? Well, next weekend, October 27 & 28, a new business will occupy the space at 1948 Danforth. Yet again our neighbourhood has a chance to show landlords and businesses how willing we are to show up, shop local, and renew East Danforth.
Many of you already know Mrs. Darling from the craft tent at the East Lynn Farmers’ Market, but just wait until you see what she can do with a whole store for two full days! See below for more details. Note that some activities require advance registration, so plan ahead to avoid disappointment!
Pop up What??
A one-weekend only, temporary studio where young creatives 4-14 can explore many mediums and material in workshop format. 20 participant to a class and 4 facilitators to help imagination became reality. Jewelry making, paper crafts, edible art, DIY, paper mache, fibre arts, group art, upcycling and re purposing – they will learn that they can create something beautiful from almost anything. There are also two drop in studio times where craft ideas and materials are ready to go, and families could mingle, create and play together.
Saturday, October 27, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m
9am-12pm Drop in. Animal masks, all ages. Duct tape wallets and flower accessories with Martina Rocks! Best for ages 8+. ($10 for both activities) Group canvas in honour of Stella Bruner Methven. (Free)
1-2pm Paper mache taxidermy, Narwhals. Best for ages 6+. (pre-registration required, click here). ($15)
2-3pm Framed silhouettes (pre-registration required, click here). ($15)
3-4pm Chanel inspired Peter Pan collar necklace and graffiti bracelets (pre-registration required, click here). Necklace best for ages 8+. ($15)
4-6pm Wooden spoon puppets. Dramatic story time (pre-registration required, click here). ($15)
Sunday, October 28, 9:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m
9am-12pm Drop in. Fantasy make overs! Fairies, princesses, pirates and super heroes oh my! Wear your favorite alter ego costume and make, new accessory and get a little hair and “make-up” done. ($10)
1-2pm Glittered tee shirts (pre-registration required, click here). Best for ages 5+ ($15)
2-3pm Mini monster and bunny stuffies (pre-registration required, click here).($15)
3-4pm Candy sushi to eat and candy bracelets to wear (pre-registration required, click here). ($15)
4-6pm Dress up and dramatic story time. Play and be silly while acting out a favorite children’s story (pre-registration required, click here). ($15)
Mrs. Darlings Imaginarium for Girls and Boys – A place to play with art and discover the art of play. To explore, make believe, and follow where ever their imaginations take them. Mrs. Darling encourages the inspired magic with drop in times, where children and their parents can mingle and create, with facilitators to guide and encourage, as well as classes for more elaborate projects and intimate instruction.