It seems that spring is finally here, and there's no better way to celebrate than by getting outside and enjoying the sunshine (or April showers).
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Brainstorm gorilla names at the zoo
Take in one of the year's first warm weekends while ambling through the tree-lined paths at the Toronto Zoo. While you're there, check out the new baby gorilla. There's a contest to come up with her name!
Date: Open Sunday from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m.
Location: Toronto Zoo, 361A Old Finch Avenue
Cost: Ticket info available online
Paint Easter eggs with a nod to tradition
Learn the ancient art of personalized pysanky (Easter eggs) using traditional wax and water-based paints.
Date: Sunday, April 13
Location: Todmorden Mills Heritage Site, 67 Pottery Rd.
Cost: $10 for adults, $5 for children. Participants must pre-register
Prepare for cottage, gardening and barbeque season
Take in seminars and get expert advice on lawn maintenance, cottage design, backyard styling and more.
Date: Sunday, April 13
Location: Home and Design Expo Center, 155 Consumers Rd.
Cost: Free
Easter egg hunt in the park
Take in the spring weather while children hunt for eggs and learn to colour them using all-natural dyes.
Date: Sunday, April 13
Location: Colborne Lodge in High Park, 11 Colborne Lodge Dr.
Cost: $3 for egg hunts and $1 for egg dyeing
