Mar 5-11 (Peel)

Good morning, Peel Parents. Happy Wednesday! Do you want the good news or bad news first? Bad news: we're going to lose an hour of sleep on Sunday thanks to daylight saving time. The good news? Sunrise will finally arrive before our alarms go off starting next week. It's been a tough winter in many ways, and I'm hopeful this spring brings lightness and stability for everyone. This weekend brings two massive Eid bazaars in Mississauga, Holi Festival for kids in Brampton, Seedy Saturday in Caledon, and the Space Explorers immersive experience running all week. Hang in there—we've got this!

What Peel is Talking About

Brampton Library's South Fletcher's Branch Newly Renovated
Great news! Brampton Library's newly renovated South Fletcher's Branch is now open.

Peel Moms Social Club April Events Registration Open
Peel Moms Social Club has fun April events happening, with registration open now—these unique events tend to fill up early, so register now if you're interested!

Bridgeway Family Centre Open All March Break
Families with young children (ages 0-6) looking for free things to do in Mississauga or Brampton during March Break can visit Bridgeway Family Centre—open all week. Find a location near you!

Maple Syrup Season is Here!

Maple syrup season runs from late February through April across the GTA, triggered when daytime temperatures hit around +5°C and nights drop to -5°C. This sweet tradition offers families pancake breakfasts drizzled with fresh syrup, wagon rides through sugar bushes, taffy on snow, and hands-on demonstrations showing how sap transforms into liquid gold.

Parent Tips: Wear waterproof boots—early spring means mud! Dress in layers since March weather changes fast. Most festivals run weekends and March Break, with advance tickets strongly recommended for popular spots. Arrive before 11 AM to beat crowds and ensure your kids get the full experience. Pancake houses typically stop seating by mid-afternoon, so don't leave it too late if breakfast is a priority!

We'll be sharing maple syrup events across the GTA in the coming weeks, so keep an eye out for festivals near you!

What to Do

Thursday, Mar. 5

• ☕ Peel Mom Social Club - Café Connects | $ | Parents and small children (max 2) | Chocolate & Love Cafe, Mississauga

• ☕ Peel Mom Social Club - Café Connects | $ | Parents and small children (max 2) | City Side Cafe, Brampton

• 🚀 Space Explorers: THE INFINITE | $ | Ages 8+ | Gygo Canada, Mississauga

• 🚲 Changing Gears: Bike Tune-Up Workshop | FREE | Different Spokes Brampton Bike Hub, Brampton

• 🎲 Family Board Games | FREE | Sheridan Library, Mississauga

• 🎨 Holi Dance Workshop | FREE | Ages 0-6 | Brampton Library South West Branch EarlyON, Brampton

Saturday, Mar. 7

• 🌱 Seedy Saturday 2026 | FREE | Caledon East Community Complex, Caledon

• 🌙 The Grand Eid Bazaar Show 2026 | FREE | IKON Event Space, Mississauga

• 🌙 Jashan-e-Eid Bazaar | FREE | Red Rose Convention Centre, Mississauga

• 🎨 Holi Festival for Kids | $ | Ages 5-16 | Save Max Sports Centre, Brampton

• 🛍️ Peel Pop-Up Market | FREE | Susan Fennell Youth Hub, Brampton

• ⚽ Sports Fest Fundraiser | $ | Cardinal Leger Catholic S.S., Brampton

• 🎬 Movie Screening: Inside Out | FREE | Mississauga Library

Sunday, Mar. 8

• 🌙 The Grand Eid Bazaar Show 2026 | FREE | IKON Event Space, Mississauga

• 🌙 Jashan-e-Eid Bazaar | FREE | Red Rose Convention Centre, Mississauga

• 🎵 Caledon Concert Band: Passports and Postcards | $ | Caledon Hills Fellowship Baptist Church, Caledon

Monday, Mar. 9

• 🚀 Space Explorers: THE INFINITE | $ | Ages 8+ | Gygo Canada, Mississauga

• 🎬 Movie Screening: Brother Bear | FREE | Mississauga Library

• 🏒 Paralympic Watch Party: Para Hockey | FREE | Malton Library, Mississauga

Tuesday, Mar. 10

• 🚶‍♀️ Peel Mom Social Club Stroller Walk | FREE | Parents and young children | Square One Shopping Centre, Mississauga

• 👶 Baby Storytime | FREE | Babies and caregivers | Streetsville Library, Mississauga

Wednesday, Mar. 11

• 🚶‍♀️ Peel Mom Social Club Stroller Walk | FREE | Parents and young children | Bramalea City Centre, Brampton

• 👩 Celebrating International Women's Day 2026 | FREE | Ages 0-6 | Brandon Gate Public School EarlyON, Mississauga

• 🦷 EarlyON Dentist Visit | FREE | Ages 0-6 | Massey Street Public School EarlyON, Brampton

Thanks for reading! See you back here, next Wednesday!

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