April 9-11 (York)

April 08, 2026

Happy Wednesday, York! I hope you're coming down from the chocolate high of a long weekend. I'm sure at least one egg will remain hidden until July. 🐣

I did things a little differently this year — after learning that our typical dollar store Easter eggs are actually "chocolate flavoured" and full of junk, we switched to plastic eggs and a scavenger hunt (thanks ChatGPT) that led to a real cocoa bunny at the end. Highly recommend.

This weekend we're cashing in on the grandparents' Christmas gift and heading to Great Wolf Lodge for a night. For those who've been — please point me to the adult-only pool bar?😂 I'll report back next week on this "relaxing getaway."

It's a short week but there's lots going on. And for those still looking for summer camp options (ages 6–14), Rooks to Cooks cooking camp has given our readers a $50 off promo code — keep scrolling!

Join Our WhatsApp Group for York Region Families

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Rooks to Cooks Summer Cooking Camp

Get $50 off the Thornhill location with code SPRINGSAVINGS$50

If your kids love helping in the kitchen, Rooks to Cooks is the real deal. Chef-led and hands-on for ages 6–14, campers cook their own lunch daily, bring home samples, and serve parents at the Friday night pop-up restaurant. Register at our Thornhill location and save $50 with code SPRINGSAVINGS$50. (Prices increase May 1st).

What York Region is Talking About

Diaperama at Market Brewing — Friday, April 10 
A free night out that supports a great local cause. Check out Diaperama at Market Brewing Company this Friday.

Kleinburg-Nashville is Getting Its First Community Centre 
Big news for Vaughan — the Kleinburg-Nashville neighbourhood is getting its first community centre.

Aurora Community Talent Show — Register Now 
Aspiring singers, actors and dancers ages 6–17 can register for Aurora's Annual Community Talent Show.

What to Do

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