Founded over 160 years ago, as one of America's first skin care companies, E.T. Browne Drug Company, Inc. is a leader in treatment oriented skin and hair care products. E.T. Browne Drug Company, Inc. markets the #1 brand of cocoa butter products worldwide. Palmer's Cocoa Butter Formula is the only brand offering a full line of cocoa butter items, from creams, lotions and lip balms to soap, body oil and our original solid formula. E.T. Browne Drug Company are dedicated to producing only the highest quality, natural skin care products. Whatever your skin care needs, we hope that you will try and enjoy many of our fine Palmer's Products.

Founded in 1900 by a group of private citizens as the Art Museum of Toronto, the Art Gallery of Ontario is one of the largest art museums in North America, with a physical facility of 486,000 square feet. The AGO’s new facility boasts 583,000 square feet, and is now re-opened with an innovative architectural design by world-renowned architect Frank Gehry.

The Royal Ontario Museum is among the world’s leading museums of natural history, and of world cultures. Indeed, in combining a universal museum of cultures with that of natural history, the ROM offers an unusual breadth of experience to visitors and scholars from around the world.

Now in its third year, Luminato is an annual ten-day celebration of the arts where Toronto's stages, streets, and public spaces are infused with theatre, dance, classical and contemporary music, film, literature, visual arts, and design. Luminato is designed to showcase Toronto's bustling downtown core and the cultural renaissance transforming the city's renowned concert halls, galleries, museum collections, and performing arts companies. Luminato brings Toronto's light to the world, and the world's light to Toronto.

Art Square Gallery is a vibrant, spacious gallery with 1,000 square feet of floor space, 10-foot-high ceilings and pristine white walls. Light flowing in from a South-facing front window adds to the magical atmosphere. In the back of the gallery is a cafe where delicious crepes, chocolates and lattes are served. The gallery is conveniently located in front of the AGO and offers a small terrace in the back.

Toronto4Kids is a leading Free Parenting and Kids Directory in the Greater Toronto Area. Our comprehensive directory includes after-school programs, birthday parties, fun places to go, camps, shopping, services, sports, parenting articles, resources, family travel & more. They promote family-friendly events, entertainment, seasonal activities and outings, happening in and around the city. We offer Free Coupons and great Contests! The site also includes directories for Babies (www.toronto4babies.com), Dogs (www.toronto4dogs.com) and Educators (click on Educators Zone).

Harbourfront Centre, on Toronto's waterfront, is an innovative non profit cultural organization which creates events and activities of excellence that enliven, educate and entertain a diverse public.

muffymade. is a company that celebrates all things fabulous and believes everyone deserves a little bit of luxury. Meredith Shaw (a.k.a. Muffy) started the company in 2008 with hand-drawn greeting cards and has quickly expanded to include doodlewrap,mugs, notepads, doodlebooks, chocolate and lip gloss. Meredith began the company with greeting cards because she has always had a flare for card-making and especially card-giving. She has been designing and making cards for her family and friends since she first fell in love with Crayola. Her skills have definitely improved over the years and she has been able to create a collection of cards with sparkle and sass. Love your family, cherish your friendships and be good to yourself. Live your life with styleand substance. www.muffymade.com

Toronto’s best-kept secret, RedEye Studio Gallery is an affordable artist-run art gallery representing twelve talented contemporary artists, each with a unique painting style and perspective of the world. Open year round, group and solo shows change approximately every three weeks; details of current shows can be found on our website along with information about each of our artists. The gallery is located in the southeast corner of the former case goods warehouse (Building 74) of The Distillery Historic District at the corner of Mill and Parliament streets. The building also houses artist studios and retail studios. An artist is present during business hours to talk about his or her art and painting process, to listen to your thoughts and feedback, to give workshops or do commissions, and, of course, to sell the beautiful works displayed.

The Artist Project Toronto with over 150 juried independent artists, returns to the Exhibition place this year from March 4-7th, 2010. Art buyers and enthusiasts alike will be impressed by the artists & their works, art buying education seminars, the UnTapped emerging artist exhibit and so much more. This is the art show Toronto has been waiting for!

The original Children’s Trunk Show is a unique shopping experience featuring 50+ mom-run boutique companies selling one-of-a-kind products for babies and kids—with a smattering of goodies to tempt moms, aunts and grandmoms. The biannual event offers a dynamic, stroller-friendly opportunity to mix, mingle and shop. Tickets are $7 at the door, a portion of which is donated to the Hospital for Sick Kids Foundation. Sponsored by Canadian Family magazine, Savvymom.ca, SupperWorks, & toronto4kids.com
 Details:  Friday October 1st and Saturday October 2nd from 9.30am-4pm at the Evergreen Brick Works.
 See www.childrenstrunkshow.com for details.

Founded in 2000, the Toronto International Art Fair is one of the most successful fairs in North America. Art Toronto is held annually at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre, Canada's top convention and trade-show facility located in the heart of downtown Toronto. TORONTO INTERNATIONAL ART FAIR October 28-November 1st, 2010 METRO TORONTO CONVENTION CENTRE North Building, 255 Front Street West

This is the 25th Semi-annual event. It is a great sale that supports the North Toronto MOMS Group as well as many local charities and families in need in Toronto. The sale attracts hundreds of people from all over the Greater Toronto Areawho are seeking incredible deals on children's gently used clothing, gear, toys, books and accessories. Last year brand names such as Burberry, Ralph Lauren, Phil and Ted's and Pottery Barn were checked out for a mere fraction of their retail price. Designer clothing from $5 and gear such as Pack n’ Plays, Bumbos and Exersaucers from $15! If you are interested in selling your kids stuff, this is the best place in the GTA to sell your high quality, gently worn items. Register on-line to become a vendor.

Saturday October 23rd, 9:00am - noon at St. Leonard's Anglican Churc, 25 Wanless Avenue, Toronto, Ontario. Find out more at: http://www.greatkidsstuffsale.com - Sponsored by North Toronto MOMS Group www.northtorontomoms.com

Core Expectations is Toronto’s only in-home service providing safe and effective pre & postnatal personal training, abdominal rehabilitation and other support services exclusively to pregnant women and busy moms with little time in the privacy of their home.

"In a Pinch (www.inapinch.ca) was established to provide temporary child Care services to families who do not require full time care on a full time basis or those who just need help quickly and hassle free. We offer these Services for different durations including: hourly, daily, weekly and seasonal. Our services include: babysitting (home or corporate, post and prenatal care, hotel and productions touring Toronto, weddings and other events, vacation and overnight, emergency backup and sick child care. Only the best candidates are selected to represent our agency. All of our candidates have worked directly with children for at least 5 years. All candidates are personally interviewed. We do a complete background and reference check."

"Wee Care Placement Agency (www.weecareplacement.ca). Since 1996, Wee Care Placement Agency has provided thousands of Greater Toronto Area residents with qualified, helpful caregivers to accommodate a variety of domestic help needs. Whether you require full-time, part-time, hourly or casual help, Wee Care is a highly reputable business that has a proven record of success. At Wee Care, we pride ourselves on our ability to listen and understand our clients and their needs. That\'s why Wee Care has such high rates of success and a bevy of referrals and return clientele. Our proven professionalism has made us one of the most highly recognized placement agencies in the Greater Toronto Area. Wee Care is our business and our attitude. All of our professional staff are mothers, too and we provide the level of service that we, ourselves, would desire and benefit from."

Just the Facts, Baby is your go-to guide for all things mom and baby. Created by professional journalists justthefactsbaby.com provides new moms and moms-to-be with well-researched parenting information they can trust. We also offer a baby route map system – your guide to the best baby-friendly spots in Ontario.

The Yummy Mummy Club www.yummymummyclub.ca is the online destination for modern mothers looking for guilt free adult stimulation. The Yummy Mummy Club speaks to the woman in every mom. Created by celebrity Yummy Mummy Erica Ehm, The Yummy Mummy Club is a virtual meeting place where women can celebrate and commiserate the joys and realities of trying to balance motherhood with their sexy selves. Filled with cheeky articles, playful surveys, groovy giveaways, a sassy book club, and hot online shopping, The Yummy Mummy Club resonates with modern moms who want it all. Be sure to sign up for the free newsletter, win yummy prizes and be part of the fun! Spread the yummy!

Tykethreads.com is a Toronto-based online store specializing in hip, unique and quality clothing for boys aged 0-4. The store features brands like Appaman, Ben Sherman, Coccoli, Knuckleheads, House of Mongrel, Wonderboy, and Morgan & Milo shoes. TykeThreads is also the first e-tailer in Canada to carry Rileyroos infant shoes, an American brand of stylish, comfortable footwear. Other TykeThreads brands include fun clothing and knitted toys by Australian designer Kylie Platt, as well as organic preemie wear by Piccolo Bambino. Grace Sanchez MacCall launched TykeThreads.com in March 2009

THE REFINERY is a creative image consulting company that sets out to help real women, like you, find clothing and accessories that enhance their personal style and are practical in their daily life. Whether you choose to tour the city, experience a one-on-one service, or enjoy a party with your friends, you will always be welcomed with a warm smile. THE REFINERY strives to create the relatable environment needed to discuss something as personal as your style. Learn the specific skills you need to refine your personal style so you feel confident, elegant, and chic everyday!

The Toronto Institute For The Enjoyment of Music specializes in a unique and effective method of music education. Private and group lessons are based on the concept that developing the student's enjoyment of music is the most effective way to achieve personal growth and improve musical skill. The Institute provides a foundation for students and teachers to build the attitude and skills necessary to keep the interest in music sparked, and to constantly stimulate their motivation to learn and develop as a musician. Lessons will always be based on the student's current musical interests and learning style. Teachers will have a flexible yet organized and logical teaching method. By eliminating the traditional competitive aspect of music education, and focusing on enjoyment, students will ultimately want to spend more time immersed in the joys of music.

Craft Curious? The Toronto Craft Alert will keep you in the loop! We are acommunity hub and online service for craft, DIY and design related activityhappening locally. Check us out at torontocraftalert.ca

LORRAINE KIMSA THEATRE FOR YOUNG PEOPLE is the largest Theatre for YoungAudiences (TYA) company in Canada and a significant institution in the Canadian professional theatre community. Over our 43-year history we have produced many of the most important works that now form the canon of plays for young audiences in this country. Learning is at the centre of everything we do and, in addition to being a producer and presenter of theatre, LKTYP has also been home to a year-round Drama School for youth since 1969.

Opened to the public in 1987, The Power Plant made the leap from its previous life in an old trucking garage to its future in a renovated 1920s powerhouse building. The future is now and the gallery celebrates more than 20 years as Canada's leading public gallery devoted exclusively to the art of our time.

Drabinsky Gallery is a contemporary gallery featuring the work of emerging and mid career Canadian and American artists. Painting, works on paper and photography form the nucleus of our exhibition schedule but the gallery is open to all work of contemporary practice.

Within "Toronto's new centre for Arts, Culture and Entertainment" in The Distillery District, Pikto's Gallery offers a space dedicated to contemporary fine art Photography. Featuring Internationaly renowned and emerging Photographers.

Gallery 44 Centre for Contemporary Photography is a non-profit artist-run centre committed to the advancement of photographic art. Founded in 1979 to establish a creative, supportive environment in which photography could flourish, today our centre consists of an art gallery, resource centre, darkroom and production facilities. We offer education programs, weekend workshops and gallery tours, and serve a rapidly growing membership of artists and photo enthusiasts. Our goal is to expand the understanding and appreciation of photography as an artistic medium.

Clear Pixel Images, founded by Andrew Taylor, provides beautiful photography of life's moments for couples from all over Ontario. With a focus on wedding and baby photography, we capture the experience so that it can not only be remembered, but it can also be felt.

The Integrative Health Institute is an integrative medical clinic that focuses empowering women to truly understand their bodies while addressing the underlying cause of disease. Founded in the philosophy of naturopathic medicine, IHI has a particular clinical focus in women's health and peri-natal care. Services include naturopathic medicine, chiropractic, massage therapy (including pre-natal massage), counselling as well as yoga and Pilates.

Strength in mothers is a company dedicated to building strength and confidence in woman as they begin their journey to motherhood. They offer Doula Services,HypnoBirthing,Pre/Postnatal Fitness, and Yoga to meet just about any needs you and your family may have during pregnancy and beyond. Their goal is to help woman achieve the positive birth experience of their choice so they can continue into motherhood feeling strong and empowered.

Barefoot Books an independent book publisher that celebrates art and story with award winning books and gifts for children. Started by two stay at home moms who wanted to champion the importance of imagination, creativity and global awareness. These books encourage children to broaden their horizons in all directions - musical, theatrical, environmental and cultural, kindling interests and enthusiasm that will last a lifetime

Soma Chocolate is an artisan chocolate factory and retail store in Toronto's Historic Distillery District started by David Castellan and Cynthia Leung in August 2003. Soma Chocolatemaker is one of the few artisans in North America making chocolate in small batches directly from the cacao bean. Starting with great cocoa such as fair-trade Kuapa Kokoo from Ghana, Organic “Sambirano” from Madagascar or the classic Venezuelan “Ocumare” the chocolate is processed in 45kg batches using a blend of vintage and modern equipment. Our Spicy Mayan hot chocolate mix is made in a 100 year old vintage melangeur by refining cocoa, organic sugar, orange peel, chili, Vanilla beans and secret SOMA spices."

Sweetpea Baby Food is a wholly-owned Canadian company launched by two Toronto women in October 2005. Sweetpea Baby Food is a convenient and delicious 100% organic baby food manufactured in Canada and sold in supermarkets, grocery stores and health food stores across the country. The original recipes are made from carefully selected all natural, organic ingredients and are \"blast frozen\" at their freshest point, retaining all the taste and nutrients. Each unique variety has been formulated by Sweetpea’s chef and cookbook author, Jordan Wagman and Dr. Joey Shulman, a leading pediatric nutritionist and head nutritionist for the company. Sweetpea Baby Food is packaged in easy-to-use trays with single-serve portions, so you can use as much or as little as you wish depending on your baby’s appetite.

ArtKids is an innovative art program that introduces children to the excitement of visiting New York City museums. Children 3 1/2 years and older visit different art exhibits on either a weekly basis or at specifically arranged times. They look at all forms of art from many different periods and places—and they have fun at the same time. Each interactive discovery journey through an exhibit filled with props and helpful tools is completed with an art project inspired by the art. We have developed a program that brings children to the art and the art to the children. ArtKids also offers birthday party packages, the NEW i-pod tours, book club and school tours.
ArtMuse and ArtKids were created in 2001 by Natasha Schlesinger, an award-winning independent art historian and an art consultant who has been working in the art field for the past 18 years, specializing in the history of decorative arts.

MuralMom.com provides easy do-it-yourself instructions and continuing support to help you decorate a nursery or child's room with wall art stencils and murals prepared just for you. We draw it and empower you to paint it—on the wall or on a small canvas MuralMom.com can help inspire you and find ideas for decorating kid’s rooms that will work. Our stencils and/or murals are sketched and designed based on your artistic ability. If you can color in a coloring book, you can paint a kids room wall mural from MuralMom.com . We make it easy and fun to realize your vision and release the inner artist in you!

WeeHands Instructors teach families to sign with their babies and toddlers. Sara Bingham is the founder of WeeHands and the author of The Baby Signing Book. WeeHands is the world\'s leading children\'s sign language and language development program for babies, toddlers and preschool children.

New to the Riverdale neighbourhood, Loïc Gourmet is a French-inspired purveyor of take-away dishes for busy individuals and families as well as studios and local businesses. Loïc Gourmet is owned and operated by fine-dining chef David Kokai and his wife, photographer Kathleen Finlay. Having spent many years in some of Toronto's top restaurant kitchens, Kokai is inspired to offer delicious gourmet food as well as more casual, freshly prepared dishes at reasonable prices favoring locally sourced products and presented in environmentally responsible containers. Perfectly roasted chickens, classic French onion soup, bubbling gratins, amazing assortments of paninis, freshly prepared terrines and delicious chocolate mousses are a few of Loïc Gourmet's offerings. Online menus are updated daily. Located just east of Broadview at 722 Queen Street East. Hours are 11 AM to 8 PM from Monday to Saturday. Coming in December: Free delivery to your home, office or studio with a minimum order of 30.00 in our local area.

A free Canada wide website that helps parents connect to host and attend playdates.

Mommapalooza provides great customized gift ideas for mommies and everyone else! From purses to bags and wallets to totes, Mommapalooza will show off your favourite pictures of your baby, pet or travel scenery.