Toronto on the Cheap

Artisans at the Distillery is having a Mid-Summer Craft show from July 31, 2010 through August 2, 2010. All crafts are Canadian made. The show features hand-crafted jewellery, ceramics, dolls, hats, clothing, gourmet food, textiles, photography, etc. Admission is FREE. Everyone is welcome. The Distillery District is located at: 55 Mill St (King & Parliament). [...]

The 32nd annual Markham Village Music Festival is this weekend, June 18 and 19, 2010. From classical, to hip hop, to country, there will be lots of great music for everyone to enjoy.  Admission is FREE. The festival kicks off Friday, June 18, 2010 at 6:00 p.m. Come on an empty stomach to enjoy all [...]

Don’t forget … Mother’s Day is on Sunday, May 9, 2010.  Not sure what to get? Here are some ideas that will make Mom feel like a queen. Jersey Boys Tickets: $25 to $69 tickets for shows on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays. Must purchase your tickets by May 9, 2010 for shows through June 30, [...]

Save $2 off admission to the One of a Kind Spring Show and Sale. The weather is beautiful … it’s the perfect weekend to go visit the show. Over 450 artisans will bring you the best designs in clothing, jewellery, home decor, hats, fashion accessories, candles, etc. Print your coupon here (courtesy of Pizza Pizza) [...]

Get into the Christmas spirit this weekend. Ten Thousand Villages Christmas Festival will be at the Harbourfront Centre from Friday, November 27 to 29, 2009. It’s all about fair trade and supporting more than 35 countries in Africa, Asia, and Latin America. You’ll find beautiful handcrafted items such as: pottery, jewellery, home and personal accessories, [...]

The 28th Annual Swedish Christmas Fair at the Harbourfront Centre is on this Saturday, November 21, 2009 from 11:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. Bring the family and experience the magic of a traditional Swedish Christmas.  Admission is FREE. Delight your taste buds with home-baked goods like saffron bread, gingerbread cookies, and imported Swedish food. Swedish [...]

From October 16 to 18, 2009, artists in the Beaches area will be opening up their homes and studios to the public. Whether it’s oil or watercolour paintings, ceramics, jewellery, or handwoven clothing and accessories, you can get a behind the scenes look at where all these things are created from. Twenty three artists will [...]