What to Do for March Break 2018 in Norfolk County
It feels like we just got the kids back to school from the holidays and we're already thinking about March Break! But for those of us who don't go away (and are still working) what do we do with them while school's out and the Teacher's are enjoying their well deserved time off?
Hopefully the list I've put together for you gives you some options. It's by no means the only list but as a mom of 4, I've tried to save you some time by putting a bunch together for you in one spot.
Art with Heart March Break Camp 2018 - "Art Throughout the Ages"
Registration for their 2018 March Break Camp at Art with Heart Studio in Port Dover (518 Main Street location) is officially OPEN! The camp theme focuses on Art History and will include learning about old fashioned art techniques such as making our own paint and paper, to studying and being inspired by the works of famous artists who came before us. And of course, it's Art with Heart so there will be plenty of artsy mess making and silly fun sprinkled throughout the day!
They welcome ages 5 and up to register for the camp, and the program is $200 plus tax for a week-long registration, or $45 plus tax per day (drop-in). To register or for all inquiries, please send them a message or email nikki@artwithheartstudio.ca AND fill out their online registration form, which can be found HERE.
Spaces are limited so pre-payment will be required.
Mom (Or anyone!) and Me Paint Workshop
Mom & Me ( dragon fly painting ) during March Break. Paint together or paint your own!
Date TBD (check back!) 10 am - noonish
Cost is $40 for one adult and child on one canvas (add additional $20 for extra child or extra canvas)
R.S.V.P to Michelle Snively-Jefferies (or ask questions) on her Facebook page HERE.
Lighthouse Theatre presents "Cinderella" as performed by the DuffleBag Theatre
Cinderella’s life is storybook perfect. That is, until circumstances force her into a life of drudgery in the home of her wicked stepmother and stepsisters. But once handsome Prince Charming decides to hold a Royal Ball at the palace, things just might change for our heroine, with a little magical help from her Fairy Godmother- and of course the audience.
Watch the Nearly World Famous DuffleBag Theatre bring Cinderella to life in their signature fun-filled and humorous fashion, using audience members as the stars. Audiences of all ages will be enchanted by the clever stagecraft, and DuffleBag’s witty narration. With their improvisation, you could say they don’t exactly go by the book.
Tickets $10 each or 4 tickets for $32*, a savings of $8!
Buy online today by clicking the link below or call their friendly box office team at 519-583-2221.
*Discount will be automatically applied upon online checkout when you choose 4 tickets.
You can also find out more about their first March Break show, Beauty and the Beast, here: http://lighthousetheatre.com/off-season-events/beauty-and-the-beast/
Lighthouse Theatre presents "Beauty and the Beast" as performed by the DuffleBag Theatre
When a handsome but arrogant prince insults a mysterious old woman who appears at his door one rainy night, he finds himself magically transformed into a “horrible, nasty Beast”! The spell can only be broken when he learns to love another more than himself. Fortunately, fate sends a bright and beautiful village girl to the hidden castle. Can the Beast learn his lesson and redeem himself before it’s too late?
Watch the Nearly World Famous DuffleBag Theatre bring Beauty and the Beast to life in their signature fun-filled and humorous fashion, using audience members as the stars. Audiences of all ages will be enchanted by the clever stagecraft, and DuffleBag’s witty narration. With their improvisation, you could say they don’t exactly go by the book.
Tickets $10 each or 4 tickets for $32*, a savings of $8!
Buy online today by clicking the link below or call their friendly box office team at 519-583-2221.
*Discount will be automatically applied upon online checkout when you choose 4 tickets.
You can also find their final March Break show, Cinderella, here: http://lighthousetheatre.com/off-season-events/cinderella/
The Illusionist Lucas Wilson (and Kelly!) at the Lighthouse Theatre
Direct from the pages of Guinness World Records and your TV, join The Illusionist Lucas Wilson and Kelly Defilla as they bring a NEW family fun magic show to Port Dover this March Break!
Canada’s ONLY FOUR TIME Guinness World Record holding illusionist will be at Lighthouse Theatre on Monday, March 12 at 11AM, 2PM & 7PM. Lucas will bring along his favourite illusions and some new illusions for this Special March Break Magic! Proceeds from the show go to support Lucas’ program at McMaster Children‘s Hospital in Hamilton.
The magic continues after the show with a brand new interactive magic workshop with Lucas and Kelly. Learn how to perform your very own magic at home in this LIMITED VIP ONLY workshop.
You’ve seen them on the TODAY Show, Dragons’ Den, Canada’s Got Talent and in the Guinness Book of World Records, now see them LIVE! Come join the March Break Magic suitable for the whole family.
Buy tickets HERE and check out his magical website!
Norfolk County Programs
For some reason (that they should probably fix) the online Activity Guide is super hard to find. If I didn't know it was there and spent a long time looking, I would never have found it. To save you the aggravation, click HERE to find the entire Guide. I kept the page numbers in the photos in case you want to go directly to the March Break stuff where the links you see are live and clickable.
Swimming Schedule "Hot off the Press"!
The Swim Schedule will be available in the Spring Activity Guide near the middle of February so you are seeing it first! The same rules apply for supervision so if you are planning on taking more than 2 kids solo make sure to look into that. I have 4 kids and found out when I went that I wasn't allowed to have them on my own when they were so little even though most of them were good swimmers and all mine... just a heads up!
Norfolk County Fair Wildlife Festival
There isn't much info available on the website yet other than a Save the Date. Check back soon and we'll update the details when we see them added! You can also visit their website HERE. We've taken our kids and it's a huge favourite. There are inflatable games, science experiments, amazing animals to touch and fun shows! You can get lunch while you're there too if you want to make a day of it.
The Waterford Heritage and Agricultural Museum (WHAM)
WHAM will be having a March Break Camp that runs from Monday, March 12 through the 16th and is $27/child. "Experience a fun-filled March Break at WHAM with a week of arts, crafts, drama, games, experiments and more. Campers will participate in a variety of hand-on learning opportunities - including helping to plant WHAM's magical beans in our vegetable garden!" Runs from 9:00am until 4:00pm. Extended care is available from 8:00am until 4:30pm for an addition $5/child. Pre-registration is required (which you can do in person or give them a call), visit their website HERE or check out their Facebook page!
The Port Dover Harbour Museum
Climb Aboard for Adventure
Children between the ages of 6-10 are welcome to climb aboard and join in the fun at the Port Dover Harbour Museum's March Break Camp from March 12th – 16th!
Each day is a new adventure! Themes will include: Happy 40th Birthday Port Dover Museum!; Pirates; A Wish to Fish; Boats to Float; Sailing through Time
Fee is $27 per day per child. Extended hours are available from 8:30-9:00 am and 4:00-4:30 p.m. at $5 per day per child.
To register, please contact the Port Dover Harbour Museum at 519-583-2660; email: portdover.museum@norfolkcounty.ca or visit the museum at 44 Harbour Street (right behind Tim Horton’s). Pre-registration is required to attend day camp. Limited spaces available. You can visit their Facebook page HERE or their website if you want to see all the Museum has to offer!
Circle of Friends Pottery Studio* (*Honourable Mention)
Circle of Friends is a creative learning studio for beginner potters of all ages. Weekly classes for adults and students, special event celebrations and open studio days. Students will learn to throw on a potters wheel and so much more. It’s hands-on fun with a spin!! Though they don't have a March Break program they do have Birthday Parties!!! Contact them HERE through their Facebook page.
Simcoe Strand Theatre
Though the schedule isn't available yet, the Simcoe Strand Theatre usually increases its matinees throughout March Break. You will have to check back the week before but you can click HERE to go to their website.
White Horse Bowling
Whitehorse Bowling has been in Simcoe for many years though it's had a couple different locations and a few different owners. It has 18 Hole Glow in the Dark Mini Putt, 5 & 10 Pin bowlin and an Arcade. They serve Finger Food & Beverages and it's licensed. We've had a couple of our kids' birthday parties there and had a great time! You can visit their Facebook page HERE to check out hours of operation and Contact info.