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Through May 2009
Find a Summer Camp You Can Trust
Not sure where to find summer camps in Montreal and across Quebec that are certified, fun and safe for your kids?
Through May 2009
Maison Théâtre in May
La Maison Théâtre presents La cigogne et le coucou, the story of a stork and a cuckoo forced to share a nest and La robe de ma mère is ideal for ages 5 to 8, about two men bearing gifts for a special woman in their lives.
May 1st to May 10, 2009
Alice Through the Looking Glass
The sequel to Alice in Wonderland acted out on stage. Suitable for ages 6 and up.
May 2, 2009
Centaur Theatre Children's Series
April at the Centaur Theatre features Carius and Bactus, a bilingual play about two tooth trolls who coexist in a man named Jacques' mouth.
May 9, 2009
Frog Call Night
Bring boots, a flashlight and learn how to identify frogs by their calls in the middle of a marsh!
May 9 and May 10, 2009
Free Compost!
Get your free compost right in the heart of circus city La TOHU. Bring the kids and enjoy the grounds and acres of green space.
May 10, 2009
Mother's Day
From brunches to tea rooms, spa treatments to live shows, there's plenty of ways to show Mom you care. Take these six suggestions for starters ...
May 10, 2009
Annual Mountain Cleanup
Help make the mountain a cleaner place, plant a few trees and have fun! Mont-Royal's 18th annual cleanup starts off with juice, coffee and granola bars, ending with free pizza and a show on birds of prey.
May 15 and May 16, 2009
Messmer le fascinateur
Quebec's best known "fascinator" (Messmer doesn't feel the term hypnotist fully describes what he does) is doing his thing two nights in a row. And he's left more than a few skeptics wondering ...
Buy tickets.
May 16 to May 24, 2009
La fête du chocolat
You'll need a car to experience this week-long chocolate fest -- chocolate painting, truffle-making workshops, puppet shows, cheddar cheese dipped in chocolate tastings (?) -- in Bromont. Free for kids 8 and under.
May 17, 2009
Shilvi: A Free Kids Concert
A free music show just for kids, St. Michel residents can book free tickets starting May 3. Montreal residents can book free tickets starting May 10. First come, first served. Call (514) 376-TOHU for more information.
May 17, 2009
Family Sundays at the Museum
Courtesy of the Montreal Museum of Fine Arts, make a collage and draw to your hearts content, after a guided visit of the MMFA's contemporary art collection. First come, first served. Free of charge!
May 22 to May 24, 2009
Montreal Outdoor Festival
Some great outdoor activities for kids and the whole family with most happening at Parc Jean-Drapeau. And don't forget to check out these top free activities at the 2009 Montreal Outdoor Festival.
May 24, 2009
Israeli Street Festival
Singing, dancing, inflatable toys, live performances and more fun is in store.
May 24, May 31 and June 19, 2009
Tree Tours With Bronwyn Chester
Discover trees common to Montreal as well as species rarely seen in our climatic zone with author and tree guide Bronwyn Chester. Prepare for uphill walking as all the tours are in and around McGill University Campus. Call (514) 284-7384 to reserve a spot. Only $12 per tour.
May 30 and May 31st, 2009
Cultural Feast at Pointe-à-Callières
A mostly outdoor (and mostly free) event, check out the fifty some kiosks on display in Place Royale, just by the museum, enjoy some live performances and fun activities for kids.
May 31st, 2009
Montreal Museums Day
Thirty-ish museums. Six circuits. All free, from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m. Check out my favorite itinerary from 2008 (and hopefully they'll offer it again in 2009!), the Yellow Route.
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