SUMMER CAMPS IN MISSISSAUGA

Registration time for summer camps in Mississauga has arrived! Now is an ideal time for parents to start researching and planning summer camps for their children. Registration for most camps opens before the snow melts and we recommend reserving your spots for July and August as soon as possible to ensure you have the summer weeks covered as you wish.

We have updated our information for Summer Camps in Mississauga for 2016 right here for you.

2016 FAMILY DAY MISSISSAUGA KIDS EXTRAVAGANZA

The fantastic Mississauga Family Day event is back for 2016! Taking place on February 15th, 2016 at the Mississauga Convention Centre from 9:30 am to 4:30 pm, Mississauga Kids has planned a busy day of family shows and activities. This event was sold out last year so be ready to get your tickets when they go on sale on Monday, January 18th.

Back again for the main event are the President’s Choice SuperDogs! The adorable acrobats will amaze you with their tricks, high-jumping and pole-weaving through obstacles, and playing Frisbee, hockey, and more!

The event host, Q-Mack will captivate kids and parents alike. His show includes dazzling basketball tricks, juggling, magic, balancing acts and features Canadian Beatboxing Champion, J-BOX, the master of 300 sound effects! Safari Science will also join us with their reptile friends from around the world for 3 interactive family friendly shows.

And the fun doesn't stop there! Kids will have hours of fun in the Fun Zone sponsored by Spirit of Math, complete with bouncy castles, superheroes, princesses, interactive exhibits, face painting, balloons, treats and more.

Fair favourites, such as popcorn and cotton candy, will be available for purchase.

As mentioned, tickets go on sale Monday January 18th 2016, buy yours online here. There will contests to win FREE tickets so keep an eye on the Mississauga Kids Twitter & Facebook feeds.

If you have any questions about the event, please contact (905) 582-4054 or info@mississaugakids.com.

See you on Monday, February 15, 2016!

HOLIDAY EVENTS FOR MISSISSAUGA KIDS

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas around Mississauga!  Holiday events for Mississauga Kids are popping up and Santa is arriving in Mississauga to greet excited girls and boys who have been making their wish lists.

As we all get excited to get together with family, hang our stockings and bake delicious treats, it is also important to remember those who have a hard time during the holidays and look for ways to give back.  There are many Christmas Food and Toy Drives happening around Mississauga and we encourage you to give back if you can and help Peel Region families have a merrier Christmas.

Two of our favourite holiday things including shopping at local Mississauga holiday craft shows and attending the Light Up The Square event which is happening on November 21 this year from 5pm to 9pm.  Light Up The Square is an awesome family event that involves the official lighting of the Square Christmas tree, musical performances, kid zone filled with fun and yummy food trucks too.

What are your favourite holiday traditions around Mississauaga?

MISSISSAUGA DANCE STUDIOS

Mississauga Dance Studios can be found in all parts of the city.  When finding the right dance class for your child, consider the hours and registration fees, room for growth in the program and what type of dance programs are offered - ballet, jazz, tap, acro, lyrical, etc.

Use this list to help you find the type of dance studio you are looking and when their registration takes place.  Some studios operate three terms per year while others run from September straight through until June.

Several dance studios offer boys only hip hop classes and parent and tot introduction to dance classes. Dance is a great way for kids to learn about movement, to be active and to gain appreciation for discipline and hard work.

Mississauga Golf Camp 2009 - It is not too late!

NIKE Junior Golf Camps
The Academy at BraeBen Golf Course is excited to let you know that there is still space available fro the last 3 weeks to experience the best Junior Golf Program in GTA. The 2009 NIKE Junior Golf Camps at the Academy at BraeBen are filled with first rate instruction, safety, rounds of golf, and most of all FUN!

• Camps are 1 week in length
• Ages 7 – 11 & 12 - 16
  

Each participant in the NIKE Junior Golf Camps will receive:

• 2 hours of instruction every day
• Choice of a morning or afternoon program
• On course instruction
• Play golf EVERY day of the camp (weather permitting)
• Lunch and snacks provided every day
• Instruction from the BraeBen CPGA Junior Golf Instructional Team.
• NIKE t-shirt and NIKE golf cap
• 8 Passes to play the Academy Course with friends or family
  

· Cost per person $365 plus GST.


ADDED BONUS: ANYONE WHO REGISTERS FOR ONE OF THE REMAINING 3 WEEKS OF CAMPS AT BRAEBEN WILL RECEIVE AN EXTRA 4 GREEN FEES FOR THE ACADEMY COURSE. THAT IS ALMOST $200 IN FREE GOLF, AND OPEN TO THOSE ON THE www.Mississaugakids.com website!

For any further information please contact the City of Mississauga Customer Service Centre at: 905 615 4100

President Barak Obama Reads "Where the Wild Things Are"

Maurice Sendak's Where the Wild Things are was my little brother's favorite book. When my son was born his Uncle gave him a copy. It became one of my son's favorite books. It was wonderful to see President Obama read this children's classic with such enthusiasm!

Mississauga Summer Camp at Star Academy.

Summer camp can be a great way for a Mississauga Kids to spend their summer days.

With the long summer break, from the last day of school to the beginning of September, parents often search for ways to occupy their child’s day and at the same time try to find programmes that will benefit them and provide great learning opportunities. Parents need to evaluate their child’s needs and determine what type of programme will continue to support their child in their development.

Despite all the fun of summer, many students struggle to remember their academic skills when September rolls around and that transition back to school can be difficult. Finding a camp that carries the excitement of adventure and at the same time incorporates core academics in a subtle way can be the best solution.

Summer Showtime is a unique summer programme that accomplishes just that. Designed to excite children about learning in a camp atmosphere, the past 12 years have proven that learning can be fun!

Yes, camp is a great way for children to spend their summer and Summer Showtime is just the place. For more information contact Pam Rennie 905-891-1555 or summer@staracademy.ca

For more information about this and other camps click Mississauga Summer Camps.

Mississauga March Break 2009 - Day 2

It's a beautiful day in the neighbourhood! (How many of us still hum that Mr. Roger's tune?) We may not be in the sunny Caribbean but Mississauga Kids are experiencing some delightful weather so far! Did you know you can always get the latest forecast for Mississauga Weather right on our main Mississauga Kids website? Just check the upper right hand corner of the page!

Why not get the kids out doors for a bit of fun this morning! From 10 to 10:45 the Mississauga Fire Department will have trucks out a the Central Library at Square One for the kids to check out. I'm guessing they may be giving out some fire safety coloring books too while supplies last. Enjoy the trucks then head inside to wonder the stacks. Hmmm wonder if the librarian could help you find a book on firetucks or firemen?

Don't forget today is St. Patrick's Day! Everyone gets to be Irish today! Just wear a bit of green and a smile on you face!

For more on what's happening this march Break in Mississauga check the Mississauga Kids website or follow us on Twitter!

Mississauga Kids to Enjoy the March Break Holiday!

In just 20 days Mississauga schools will be beginning their traditional Spring Break holiday. Schools in Mississauga will be closed from Monday, March 16 thought Friday March 20 and will reopen on Monday March 23. Which begs the question... What are we going to do with the kids!

Some families use the time to get away together. Last year my family spent the week in Washington, D.C. touring important historical government sights and museums. We learned that "The Mall" is not a closed in Space where you shop but a big beautiful open space between all the wonderful Smithsonian Museums and many other points of interest.

Some families spend the week at the cottage or travel to a near by Resort. Wheel's Inn for example has some fantastic March Break deals and affords a bit of an escape from your Mississauga usual surroundings. Some families use the time to visit other family members wherever they may be.

If your not traveling though you have to wonder... What am I going to do with the kids? Some parents still need to work during March Break. If this is your situation you should know their are plenty of March Break Camps in Mississauga. Kids can go to sports camps, academic camps, drama camps, the list is endless. Their are full day and half day camps available as well.

For more about the March Break Camps available in Mississauga check the Mississauga Kids Website!

Next week I'll be posting information on programs available to kids and parents in Mississauga so stay tuned!

Mississauga Kids What You Want for the Kids You Love!

We publish print directories for Mississauga with information on Mississauga Private Schools, Montessori Schools, Daycare, Tutors, Sports Activities, Music and Dance Lessons, Camps, Birthday Party Centres and More!