Spring is the perfect time to refresh your home and get rid of the dust and clutter that may have built up over the winter months. A thorough spring cleaning not only makes your home sparkle but also improves air quality and creates a more peaceful living environment. To make the process easier, here’s a room-by-room checklist to help you stay organized and efficient. General Cleaning Tips for Every Room Open windows to let in fresh air. Dust from top to bottom, including ceilings, light fixtures, and baseboards. Wipe down walls, doors, and switches. Vacuum and mop floors, paying special attention to corners. Declutter and donate unused items. Living Room Dust and polish furniture. Wash or vacuum curtains and blinds. Clean light fixtures and ceiling fans. Wipe down electronics and remote controls. Shampoo or steam clean carpets and rugs. Clean under and behind furniture. Kitchen Deep clean appliances (oven, refrigerator, microwave, dishwasher). Wipe down cabinets and countertops. Discard expired pantry items. Scrub sink and faucet. Clean and organize drawers and utensil holders. Mop and sanitize floors. Bathroom Scrub and disinfect toilet, sink, and bathtub/shower. Wash or replace shower curtain and bath mats. Clean mirrors and light fixtures. Wipe down cabinets and discard expired toiletries. Scrub grout and reseal if necessary. Bedroom Wash all bedding, including pillows and comforters. Rotate and flip the mattress if applicable. Declutter closets and donate clothes you no longer wear. Dust and polish furniture. Clean under the bed and in corners. Home Office Organize paperwork and shred unnecessary documents. Dust and disinfect keyboard, mouse, and desk. Wipe down bookshelves and organize files. Clean office chair and vacuum under desk. Outdoor Spaces Sweep porches, decks, and patios. Clean outdoor furniture and cushions. Wash exterior windows and doors. Check and clean gutters if needed. Tidy up garden beds and trim overgrown plants. Spring cleaning may seem like a big task, but tackling it one room at a time makes it much more manageable. Use this checklist to stay on track and enjoy a fresh, clean home as you welcome the new season!

March Break 2025 is just around the corner, and Guelph offers a plethora of activities to keep everyone entertained. Whether you're looking for creative workshops, or outdoor adventures, there's something for everyone. Here's a curated list of events and activities happening in and around Guelph during March Break: 1. March Break Activities at the Children's Reading Room Click to learn more! From March 12 to 14, the Children's Reading Room at 210 Silvercreek Parkway North hosts engaging activities for children. It's a fantastic opportunity for kids to indulge in reading and related crafts. 2. Hudson Smith Group Real Estate Skate Day Click to sign up! The Hudson Smith Group has rented out the entire rink at Victoria Road Recreation Centre for a March Break Skate Day! Hot drinks and goodies will be available to warm up between laps. Come join the fun and make some memories! 3. Explore Guelph's Civic Museum Click to learn more! Guelph Civic Museum offers insights into the city's rich history with interactive exhibits suitable for all ages. Over March break, experience creativity and community through hands-on play, friendly connections, and artistic exploration. 4. Alice in Bloomland at the Royal Botanical Gardens Click to learn more! Tumble down the rabbit hole into “Alice in Bloomland,” a wondrous botanical experience at Royal Botanical Gardens where reality bends and blossoms into a world of curiosity for all ages! Inspired by the pages of Lewis Carroll’s Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland, this floral showcase weaves together the magic of horticulture, the whimsy of floral design, and the marvel of visual arts to create an enchanting indoor wonderland straight out of a dream. 5. Elliott Tree Farm Maple Syrup Experience Click to learn more! Your maple experience begins with our famous pancake breakfast/brunch inside our warm Horse Barn Canteen. Follow that with a 10 – 15-minute sugarbush trail walk to enjoy the sugarbush experience. There you will visit our sugar shack, check sap buckets, and taste raw sap, partially cooked sap, maple sugar and maple toffee over snow. Our Maple sugar shack is open from 10:00 am to 2:00 pm during our experience. Return from the Sugar Bush to our Heritage Barn to visit the Maple Syrup Museum of Ontario and taste our Award-Winning Maple Syrup grades which are available for purchase along with our maple products, locally sourced gifts, hot chocolate, coffee, Canadian side bacon and maple breakfast sausage. Reservations online only. 6. Waterloo Central Railway Click to learn more! Experience a scenic winter heritage train ride! This March Break, we invite you to embark on a scenic winter heritage train ride with the whole family! Passengers of all ages will be captivated by the wide-open views of the countryside and nearby Mennonite farms as we travel through Woolwich County. 7. Cambridge Butterfly Conservatory Click to learn more! March Break 2025 – Magical Morphos Visit our tropical oasis during March Break and be dazzled by 1000’s of blue morpho butterflies! They also have EXTENDED MARCH BREAK HOURS, check the website for more details! 8. Catch a Guelph Storm Game Click to learn more! Hockey fans can cheer on the Guelph Storm during March Break at the Sleeman Centre. Experience the excitement of junior hockey and support the local team in a thrilling game. Check the Guelph Storm schedule for game dates and ticket availability. 9. Drop in at the Children's Art Factory Click to learn more! Children’s Art Factory (CAF) is a drop-in art studio geared to young children, aged walking and up. You can show up with your children to play in the morning or afternoon! We can get busy on weekends and school holidays so please arrive early on those days to avoid disappointment. 10. Cupcake Decorating with Decadently Yours Click to learn more! Tuesday, March 11th at 1:00 PM. Create sweet memories and learn how to pipe, sprinkle and decorate your very own cupcakes (4 cupcakes included)