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The Amazing PNE Fair is back from August 19-September 4! 

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Come to the PNE Fair to see all the attractions you know and love, plus attractions for both the kids and the adults. NEW under $10 Taste of the Fair menu that includes a list of specialty options that will keep your costs down and the fun rolling. With over 50 vendors at this year's…

August 14, 2023
Carlie Parkinson

Couple eating at PNE

Get more Scream time at Playland!!!

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This year, get more scream time at Playland, where you'll find thrills the algorithm could only dream of. The Playland season started in June and runs until August 18.

July 7, 2023
Carlie Parkinson

Playland breakdance ride

Staycation – 8 ways to fill your days with exciting

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It's Summer vacation. Do you have camps planned? Holidays? Or lots of time to fill locally? Why not turn those days around the house into more of a Staycation and take an adventure locally?

July 6, 2023
Carlie Parkinson

staycation - family on slides

Fun ways to embrace Canadian Multiculturalism Day

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On June 27, Canadian Multiculturalism Day honours the many cultural communities that help build a strong and vibrant Canadian society. Take this opportunity to celebrate the cultural diversity that enriches us collectively and reaffirm your commitment to equity, inclusion, and mutual respect. Here are some resources to introduce your children to this concept.

June 27, 2023
Carlie Parkinson

multiculturalism

2 Great tools for Autism Awareness Month

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April is Autism Awareness Month, and actor and advocate Holly Robinson Peete is helping to highlight this special month with the SAG-AFTRA Foundation’s global children’s literacy program Storyline Online®. Known for her roles in television classics including 21 Jump Street, Hangin’ with Mr. Cooper and For Your Love, Robinson Peete is also a bestselling author and proud spokesperson for autism…

April 4, 2023
Carlie Parkinson

autism awareness

Exciting! It’s a Family-Friendly St Patrick’s Day Dance Party in

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With spring comes community festivals and outdoor concerts! There’s nothing more fun than seeing a group of young children gathered around a stage, moving their bodies, enjoying music and live performance. That’s what we’ll see at the upcoming CelticFest Vancouver this Saturday March 18th. This free, family-friendly two day festival runs March 17, St Patrick’s…

March 15, 2023
Jenn Wint

St Patricks Day CelticFest

The amazing films from Studio Ghibli Forever!

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It’s been ten years since Hayao Miyazaki — the world’s greatest animator — released his last film, The Wind is Rising, and announced his retirement. Happily he changed his mind, and will unveil How Do You Live? later this year. There is no better time to revisit the spellbinding fairy tales which have enchanted audiences…

March 10, 2023
Carlie Parkinson

Studio Ghibli

4 Spring Break Activities

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I can't believe that we're less than 1 week away from Spring Break. Did you book Spring Break camps? Travel? or are you having a stay-cation at home? Luckily there are many great things to do and, although the weather is always questionable, there are some fantastic Spring Break activities to do with your family.

March 8, 2023
Carlie Parkinson

Spring Break Activities

Happy Peanut Butter Lover’s Day, Canada!

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Today, fans of all ages celebrate their love affair with this beloved treat. To commemorate this occasion, Loacker, the Italian heritage brand known for its delicious wafer biscuits, has released a new line of Peanut Butter treats.

March 1, 2023
Carlie Parkinson

peanut butter

Stay safe while trick or treating on 31st October

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On October 31, many children will dress up and knock on your door asking for treats. Although Halloween is a fun holiday for kids (and even the not so young!), some costumes and decorations can pose a hazard, including a fire threat. Here are tips while trick or treating to reduce the risks.

October 26, 2022
Carlie Parkinson

trick or treating

Tricks & Treats at Playland

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Tricks and Treats, a brand-new experience ideal for kids and scaredy-cat adults. It takes place October 29th and 30th from 12pm to 4pm at Playland and includes rides, games, a candy scavenger hunt, and other surprises along the way! Costumes are welcomed and encouraged.

October 12, 2022
Carlie Parkinson

Tricks

5 Exciting Ways to Celebrate to the Fullest at the

3 min read

Make the PNE Fair your End-of-Summer Tradition with *can’t miss* attractions and entertainment including the SuperDogs, Chinese Acrobats, High Dive Show, Dueling Pianos, Agriculture Displays, Drag Shows, Cooking Demonstrations, Pyro Musical, Exhibits, Home Showcase, and the return of Summer Night Concerts!

August 12, 2022
Carlie Parkinson

PNE

Enjoy an amazing camping trip with the Right Camping Gear

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onsidering the available options for tents, sleeping bags, and other camping essentials, choosing the right gear for a camping trip can be overwhelming. We got some advice from the BBB to help you purchase the camping gear that best suits your personal needs.  

August 2, 2022
Carlie Parkinson

camping

The Wait is Over: Big Changes for Playland’s 2022 Season!

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One of my favourite rides at Playland has always been the Wooden Coaster. I'm sure many of you noticed, the Coaster was out of commission last year. Luckily it was a temporary closure and it is now open!

July 26, 2022
Carlie Parkinson

Playland

4 fun places to visit this summer!

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It's finally Summer! Are you excited? Many of you may have the last day of school today. Or you may already be on Summer vacation. Summer break can be exciting, but it can also be terrifying. What will you do all summer to keep the kids busy if they don't have camps or you're not…

June 29, 2022
Carlie Parkinson

Summer places

2022 Vancouver International Children’s Festival

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I remember going to the Vancouver International Children’s Festival when I was a child. It was an amazing visit to see talented, creative performers and be swept up in the creativity with hands-on crafts. Now, after a two year in-person hiatus, the 45th annual Vancouver International Children’s Festival returns In-person from May 31 – June…

May 25, 2022
Carlie Parkinson

children's Festival

Exciting – My Name Is Not Mom is coming to

3 min read

I'm super excited to be having a girls night with some "school moms" soon. This time we're going out to have some dinner and then laugh our butts off. Not because we're laughing at the ridiculous things our kids have done, but because we are essentially laughing at ourselves. We are going to see three…

May 17, 2022
Carlie Parkinson

My Name is Not Mom

Exciting News: Burnaby Village Museum celebrates 50 years!

3 min read

This May marks 50 years since the Burnaby Village Museum opened to the public for its first full year in 1972. They will celebrate the momentous occasion with new exhibits, entertainment and activities. They’re also excited to reopen for the summer season from May 7 to September 5, offering visitors an immersive experience of the…

May 4, 2022
Carlie Parkinson

Burnaby Village Museum

Exciting Reel to Real Film Festival April 3-13

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Kids and the young at heart will enjoy films from BC, Canada, and around the world at this year's Reel to Real festival. In-person screenings at the Roundhouse Community Centre and Vancity Theatre. The films can also be streamed online from anywhere in BC.

March 28, 2022
Carlie Parkinson

reel to real

Going on a Spring Break Trip? Tips you need to

4 min read

Spring Break is coming up quickly! Have you planned a trip for the time off or are you planning on staying home to clean? I know everyone is getting itchy feet, at least I am, and a trip away sounds like a great plan to me. But what about COVID protocols? Last month, the Government of…

March 3, 2022
Carlie Parkinson

trip

7 Family Day Fun Ideas!

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Yay, it's almost Family Day. This annual holiday, established in 2013, is a great day to have some much-needed fun in February. Thinking about fun things to do and what's open? Here are 6 great ideas to check out, there are also some awesome deals!

February 18, 2022
Carlie Parkinson

Family Day

Astronomy: Tips for Exploring the Wonders of Outer Space from

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Outer space has always sparked a sense of wonder and fascination in the human mind. If you and your child are interested in learning more about astronomy, it’s a great time to do some exploring together from home. Whether you go outside and look up at the stars to identify constellations or explore the planets…

January 2, 2022
Isabella Caprario

astronomy

11 Fun RC Activities For the Whole Family

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locked to radio-control hobbies as a safe, fun way to get outdoors. And the hobby never needs to feel stale. Keep reading to learn about outside-the-box activities to help keep the RC spark alive for people of all ages

November 28, 2021
Mark Ronge

RC Car

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