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Top 5 of 2016 – #4: Exploring our Neighbourhood

December 29, 2016 by Creating Together

2016 was an action-packed year for Creating Together. Stay tuned to see our top 5 favourite things this year! 

We love getting to know more about our neighbourhood. Whether spending time in parks and splashpads,  having circle time at a nearby seniors’ centre, or participating in street festivals, our families get to explore all that Parkdale has to offer. Here are a few photographs from one of our best-loved neighbourhood activities – visiting our local fire station! Many thanks to the great staff and firefighters at Fire Station 426 for the tour and for letting us see the trucks up close!

A beautiful day to visit the fire station
Checking out the fire hose
Sitting inside the fire truck!
With our great firefighters

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Top 5 of 2016 – #5: Day Trips

December 28, 2016 by Creating Together

2016 was an action-packed year for Creating Together. Stay tuned to see our top 5 favourite things this year! 

Summer was all about making the most of great weather and having little getaways as a group that we otherwise might not be able to do. We filled our summer months with fun experiences: picking strawberries at Downey’s Farm, seeing the animals at the Toronto Zoo, splashing around in the water playground at Cedar Park, and so much more. The children had a great time trying new things – they truly enjoyed the sunshine. We can’t wait for more fun trips next year!

Riding a tractor at Chudleigh’s Farm
Sliding into the pool at Cedar Park
Splashing around at Bronte Creek
Bouncing on the jumping pillows at Downey’s Farm

Learn more about our day trips program.

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Decorating our Christmas Tree!

December 13, 2016 by Creating Together

If you haven’t already seen it, be sure to come by and check out Creating Together’s beautiful tree. All last week, our families made decorations and and helped our team put up lights and bunting. It isn’t too late to contribute your own decorations – stop by our craft table and use some glitter and paint to make something wonderful to add to the tree.

Making decorations with pinecones and paint.
Carefully placing an ornament on the tree.

Filed Under: Special Activities

Morning Glory Muffins

December 13, 2016 by Creating Together

Last Tuesday was Family Baking day at Creating Together. We tried these deliciously moist and flavourful muffins packed with shredded coconut, grated carrots and a touch of warming cinnamon and allspice – perfect for these wintry days!

Family Baking happens on the first Tuesday of every month – be sure to check our Calendar for details.

Taking turns measuring and pouring.
Working on those motor skills!

Morning Glory Muffins

Makes 12 muffins

Ingredients

  • 1 cup whole-wheat or white whole-wheat flour
  • 1/2 cup old-fashioned rolled oats, plus 2 tablespoons for garnish
  • 2 teaspoons baking powder
  • 2 teaspoons ground cinnamon
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground allspice
  • 2 large eggs
  • 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
  • 1/3 cup honey
  • 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
  • 1/4 cup coconut oil, melted
  • 2 cups shredded carrots
  • 1/2 cup unsweetened shredded coconut, plus 2 tablespoons for garnish
  • 1/2 cup raisins

Directions

  • Preheat oven to 350°F. Coat a 12-cup muffin tin with cooking spray, or lightly grease with oil.
  • Mix the whole-wheat flour, 1/2 cup oats, baking powder, cinnamon, salt and allspice in a medium bowl.
  • Whisk the eggs, applesauce, honey and vanilla in a large bowl. Whisk in coconut oil.
  • Gently stir the flour mixture into the applesauce mixture until just moistened. Fold in carrots, 1/2 cup coconut and raisins.
  • Divide the batter among the muffin cups. Sprinkle with the remaining 2 tablespoons each oats and coconut.
  • Bake the muffins until they spring back when lightly touched and a toothpick inserted in the center comes out with only moist crumbs attached, 30 to 35 minutes.
  • Let stand in the pan for 10 minutes then turn out onto a wire rack to cool completely.

Enjoy!

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Student Spotlight: Introducing Eno Obeng-Nkansah

November 10, 2016 by Creating Together

We at Creating Together are fortunate to host placement students from post-secondary institutions across the Greater Toronto Area each year. This series will introduce you to the dedicated students who bring their energy to our centre each semester.

“Hello parents and guardians, my name is Eno Obeng-Nkansah. I am currently in my second year of the Early Childhood Education Program at Humber College. During my time here at Creating Together it is my personal goal to make each day a great day for every child. I requested to do my placement at Creating Together because I want to explore what a Family Resource Centre can offer the community. I want to develop the skills associated with being a part of a family support program. What I like best about spending time at Creating Together is witnessing the relationships between the children and their parent(s) or caregivers. I am looking forward to meeting everyone and learning from you all.”

Student Spotlight - Eno
Making play dough with the little ones.
Student Spotlight - Eno
Thank you Eno!

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