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11 Cool Classes for Moms
During this time of new beginnings and kids' activities, why not take a moment to remember that we as parents have interests and passions too? Why not sign up for a workshop/club/activity that allows you to develop those interests while bonding with…wait for it… other adults! Read on for some of the clubs you might not have realized were waiting for you.
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Crown Flora
Succulents—those wee, uniquely shaped, low-maintenance plants—are having a moment. Even better, constructing terrariums—low-fuss arrangements made using some sort of glass vessel, sand, succulents, rocks and other objects—is a perfect parent-child activity. And who better to guide the creative process than the best in the business, the duo behind Crown Flora. Crown Flora sells exquisite terrariums and other arrangements in addition to offering workshops. If it's a crew of creative tykes, they do kids' birthday parties on and off-location—perfect for the artsy kid who just loves to create and gets a kick out of doing something a little different.
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re:style studio
Itching to start (or finish) a DIY decorating project? Whether you're looking to make an ottoman or re-upholster a chair with great lines, re:style studio at Dupont and Ossignton will guide you through the process with their monthly selection of core workshops (think 'Make Your Own Upholstered Headboard'). Sarah Richardson, here we come…
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The Knit Cafe
Fall is the perfect time to learn how to make a scarf or a sweater, and the 'busywork' is oddly soothing for our oft-scattered minds. Conversation flows naturally and the skill could become a lifelong hobby thanks to places like The Knit Café in Ronceys.
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The Rusholme Park Supper Club
We love food (who doesn't?) but because we also like experimenting with new flavours, a supper club seems like the perfect fit for us. The membership is for one dinner only so join as often as you'd like as a rotating roster of chefs take over the Depanneur to offer a family-style dinner with 20 or so friends…or strangers.
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The Toronto Outdoor Club
Great fall hikes come to mind when we think of an outdoors club, but the Toronto chapter offers that and so much more, including drop-in ultimate frisbee and soccer and even camping in yurts in Algonquin Park. Get out, get fit and get amazed by the great outdoors—it's only natural.
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Hart House Archery Club
Looking for a sport with a bit of panache? Or perhaps you need to defend yourself from the kids' best Merida and Katniss impersonations. Either way, the archery lessons and club at University of Toronto's gorgeous Hart House are a great way to get acquainted with the sport.
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Start Curling
Parents are certainly used to the word 'hurry', but it becomes a lot more fun in a curling league. A variety of clubs scattered across the city make it easy to learn the sport and join a skill-appropriate league.
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The Arts & Letters Club
If the play's the thing, music grabs you, you're a literature lover, and you live to experience that with like-minded souls, then we have a space for you. The Arts and Letters club in downtown Toronto could be your niche—there is an application process but the heart wants what the heart wants, right?
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ConnectFit
Love to work out but also to chat with parents from the neighbourhood? ConnectFit in East York has you in its sights. A 45-minute workout paired with a 45 minute social, the evening time slot lets you get some adult time when the kids are in or on their way to bed.
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The Shop
Yup, we're feeling nostalgic for shop class from high school. And we're totally intrigued by using our hands to make a walnut cutting board, ceramic cups and other design-rich, functional items. So we're pleased to have found out about the memberships at The Shop on College West. That's especially as they supply the tools and workshop space that can be challenging to house in our wee homes in the city.
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Give Rugby a 'Try'
Maybe you played rugby once upon a time, and just can't fathom a contact sport now. Or perhaps you'd just like a new fitness or sporting challenge. Touch rugby is great for fitness and socializing and the winter season is played indoors at Downsview Park, so no need to worry about frozen toes.