Birthdays & Parties

• GENERAL
• ENTERTAINERS
• ENTERTAINMENT
• LOOT BAGS

GENERAL

Casa Loma. Toronto’s Famous Castle! Bring your family to Casa Loma and explore secret passages, climb towers, follow an underground tunnel to stables and more in a real castle! 1 Austin Terrace, Toronto ON M5R 1X8 (416) 923-1171; www.casaloma.org; e-mail info@casaloma.org

Delta Chelsea Hotel’s Waterslide Parties are a splash! Package includes use of the four-storey “Corkscrew” indoor waterslide, swimming, choice of 3 menus, loot bags and party decorations. Call our Birthday Party Hotline at (416) 585-8980. 33 Gerrard St. W, downtown Toronto. www.deltachelsea.com

It’s My Party. 423 Danforth Ave., (at Chester), (416) 469-2223. Revisit Toronto’s best party store. We have a new look, new products and new competitive pricing. We have everything you need for birthdays, special occasions, Hallowe’en, theme parties and seasonal decor. www.itsmyparty.com

Laser Quest. Live action laser tag at its best! For family and group events, birthday parties or on your own, Laser Quest is interactive, multi-level, intense fun for ages 7-77. Call (905) 678-7272 for location information. www.laserquest.com

Little Scientist. Hobby and educational workshops designed for acquiring a variety of skills including creativity and problem-solving. Workshops held at schools, community centres and at BoyToys, 801 Matheson Blvd. W. Camps and parties are available. www.LittleScientist.net or call 1-905-755-0772.

Lorraine Kimsa Theatre for Young People. 165 Front St. East. Birthday Party Packages. Celebrate birthdays with a magical theatre experience including discounted show tickets, birthday cake, birthday billboard message, Q & A with the cast, loot bags, balloons and more! Call (416) 862-2222 for details. www.lktyp.ca

The Madhatter’s Tea Party. 7676 Woodbine Ave, Unit 12, Markham. (905) 475-2854. Children’s party service offering 6,600 sq. ft. of organized chaos since 1971. Pillow room, maze, food, face painting and supervision. Party supplies, loot bags available. www.toronto.com/madhatters

Party Warehouse Outlet. 1050 McNicoll Ave., Unit 4. (416) 498-5677. Where the fun starts! One-stop discounted party supplies. Kids and adult theme parties, custom balloons, helium tank rentals, loot bags and favours and wedding supplies. Open 7 days a week. We deliver.

The Peanut Club Indoor Playground. We cater to ages 6 mos. to 7 yrs. Motorized vehicles and train, play apparatus and kitchen, baby area, slides, air hockey and so much more! Private parties evenings and weekends HASSLE FREE and free parking! 1212 Kingston Rd., (416) 693-1048, 2788 Bathurst. (416) 782-8735. www.peanutclub.com

Pizza Pizza’s Party-in-a-Box. Fun for kids. Easy for parents! Party-in-a-Box has everything you need to host a fun-filled party including games and a suitcase-style keepsake box. At our place or yours+ We take care of the work and leave the fun up to you. (See ad on page 2.) For delivery or pick up, call (416) 967-1111 or visit us at www.pizzapizza.ca

The Sassy Bead Co. 2076 Yonge St., south of Eglinton, Toronto, (416) 488-7400. Create your own jewellery on the spot. Birthday parties, classes, contemporary fashion components, crystals, semi-precious, wood and bone, seed beads kits books. Open 7 days a week. www.sassybead.yp.ca

Scooter’s Roller Palace. Join the fun! Get your wheels in motion! Public roller skating, DJ, great music, arcade, video games and birthday parties. GTA’s only indoor air-conditioned rink. 2105 Royal Windsor Dr., Mississauga. (905) 823-4001, www.scooters.on.ca

A Simply Delightful Dress Up Tea Party. Exclusive Fairy, Princess & Diva parties in a Victorian setting. Activities include dress-up, games, make-up & nails, parade/fashion show and a tea party in our lovely tea room. (905) 821-7073. www.simplydelightful.ca

Spunky Monkey Playground & Let’s Get Started Ltd. 1550 16th Ave. Bldg. A, Unit #11, Richmond Hill, (905) 737-2335 or 1-877-737-2335. Daily playtime, private parties, camps, programs, Kindermusik and more. www.spunkymonkeyplayground.com

Thumbprint Adventures. 3215B Yonge St. (416) 787-2882, www.thumbprintadventures.com. Take a trip to the moon, go on a spy mission or travel to the royal castle! Try something original and interactive for your child’s birthday party. 90-minute theme-based activities spark imagination, creativity and a whole lot of laughter. Ages 3 to 9.

Town of Richmond Hill Parks, Recreation and Culture Department. Community programs and facility rentals for any occasion. For more information please call (905) 771-8870.

ENTERTAINERS

Applefun Puppet Shows. (416) 895-3492 www.applefun.ca. It’s time to try something new! Hilarious, interactive shows, 45-minutes long. Entertainment even adults will enjoy. We come to you. Ages 1 to 8.

Beadology Thornhill. (416) 898-1347 Birthdays and Batmitzvahs, adult workshops, bridal showers, school, camp programs and more! Lootbags and camp kits available. Ages 6-96. Make your child’s next party the most memorable yet! www.beadology.ca

Farco Entertainment. “Canada’s Favourite Entertainment Company”! Balloon decorating, party consulting, magicians, clowns and more! Also featuring Doo Doo the International Clown. Putting a smile on the faces of children of all ages! 1-866-436-6366 or (416) 226-1108 www.farcoentertainment.com

Ryan Wilson Magician. MAGIC and ILLUSION shows for all occasions! Weddings, cocktail parties, kids birthday parties, fairs, festivals, trade shows, event planners. (905) 857-1803 www.RyanWilsonmagic.com

World Play Theatre Stories and Music. www.WorldPlayTheatre.com (416) 652-8069. Birthday parties high on creativity, low on hyperactivity! Children from 1 to 12 love these captivating, interactive performances that feature music and storytelling from around the world.

ENTERTAINMENT

Animals with Whimz. Live Animal parties and programs, from rabbits, hedgehogs, chinchillas and ground squirrel to lizards, toads, snakes, turtles, even a tarantula and dove. All hands-on and very busy!!! In your home or our various locations. Now offering Mommy and Me classes! Also great for schools, corporate events, childcare centres, camps and more! www.whimzonline.com or (416) 656-7894

Critters. Amazing hands-on animal presentations. (416) 494-0712, www.critters.ca Entertaining, educational birthdays in your home. Hold reptiles, bugs, mammals, birds, frogs and more! Perfect for schools, daycares, fun fairs and any special event.

Downey’s Farm Market and Winery has U-Pick strawberries and raspberries. Pumpkinfest, birthday parties, school tours and bakery. 13682 Heart Lake Road, North of Brampton. Open May to Dec. www.downeysfarm.on.ca (905) 838-2990.

Exhale Mobile Spa. Spa Princess Birthday Party in Your Home. For Little Ladies aged 5 to 12. (416) 567-5032. Package includes mini-manicure or pedicure, nail art fun, temporary tattoos, take home gift for every child, tiara for birthday girl, age appropriate music, all products and towels, set up and clean up. www.exhalemobilespa.ca

The Kid’s Fun Factory. Cooperative Science and Tech Adventures. Ages 5-10, A Dinosaur Adventure; Ages 7-11, Motorworks Racecar Design; Ages 5-10, Teddy Bear Workshop. Programs are kid-driven and hands-on. Colour invites included. We come to your home/location. Ask about our School Clubs and camp programs! (416) 880-3466. www.thekidsfunfactory.com, thekidsfunfactory@bellnet.ca

King of the Castle. Many sizes of jumping castles and other inflatables available. Suitable for backyard parties or special events. Half or full-day. Serving Toronto, North York and Durham. Weekday discounts. (416) 289-4167.

Loots Party Bus. No muss, no fuss. We bring the party to you and do all the cleanup! 2 busses to choose from. Dance and kareoke bus or video games bus or have a party at Club Loots at 896 Eglinton Ave. W. or have a drink at the kids soda bar. www.loots.com (416) 787-5668.

Messy Hands Art Bus and Studio. Hillcrest Mall, 9350 Yonge St., Richmond Hill, (905) 787-9900 www.messyhands.com Get messy on the original party bus! We’ll park our groovy art bus at your home! Parents relax, while kids are on the bus creating.

LOOT BAGS

Northwood Blanket. Personalized towels or pillowcases for the guests of your birthday party, pool party or sleepover party. Choose colours and fabrics to match your theme. For more information visit northwoodblanket.com or call us at (905) 875-1506 or (416) 561-7673.

Princess Palace From Dress-up, to Make-up, to a Royal Dining Tea Party. We host your party from start to finish. Lootbags, balloons, cakes and more. For girls and boys 3 & up. Save $35 when booking Mon-Fri. (905) 660-2215 www.princesspalace.ca. Let The Fantasy Begin!