'Tis the season for family traditions. Whether your family enjoys baking together, decorating the house and Christmas tree, or just snuggling in with a few favourite seasonal movies - December is the month to do it. We're very fortunate in British Columbia to have so many options to help us enjoy the season. You can…
The City of Vancouver has planned a virtual Remembrance Day ceremony at Victory Square on Thursday. The ceremony will be streamed online on the City of Vancouver’s Facebook page for the public to watch and remember from home starting at 10:30 am.
What do you imagine your children most want from you? The newest gadget on which to play games? The latest iPhone? New shoes or designer clothes? A trip to Disney World? Tuition for a top university? Sure, these things are always nice. Every kid enjoys getting something new or going to an exciting theme park.…
An in-person visit and photograph with Santa are unavailable this year. There are other options to help keep your children excited and make sure the Christmas is special with or without COVID.
The old fashioned spirit of Christmas comes alive during Heritage Christmas at the Burnaby Village Museum, presented by Concord Pacific, which returns for the holiday season beginning November 21 with spectacular light displays and historical exhibits in the 1920s village.
As parents we always worry about which foods are best for our kids, how much junk should they eat, should we limit the food? What about Halloween Candy?
It’s been a tough year for all, but for children who have spent much of their summer unable to play with friends and do the things they love most, times have felt unfairly ‘un-fun.’ For the over 400,000 kids with mobility issues or compromised immune systems, it has been that much worse. However, this Halloween you can…
What have you got planned for Halloween? A lot of people are opting out of trick-or-treating this year. Dr. Henry said "treating" in small groups is okay, but no large gatherings. Another option to ensure physical distancing is the latest in the PNE drive-thru experiences - A Taste of the PNE Drive-Thru: Tricks-and-Treats Edition. This…
The BC CDC has released advice on how to approach Halloween this year. It is still on, but with a few modifications and recommendations!No matter how you celebrate Halloween this year… Turn off your porch light and stay at home if you are sick or self-isolating.Wash your hands or use hand sanitizer often.Try including a…
Around this time of year, we would begin planning our annual visit to The PNE Fair. Unfortunately, this year is not like other year’s and a lot of things have changed due to precautions to keep our friends, families, and communities safe from COVID-19. Luckily, the PNE has a very creative team and they have…
It's been a long 4 months and many people are feeling exhausted with the social distancing, but we've done a great job and our COVID case numbers have shown it! BC has things under control and we are now entering Phase 3! Because of our diligence in social distancing, washing hands, and wearing masks, we…
Being stuck at home for the last couple of months has really made me appreciate how lucky my family and I actually are. We have the food we need, shelter, warm clothes, and everyone is healthy. Since I'm not as wrapped up in the day-to-day busyness and drama, I've had more time to watch the…
Family Day is Monday! What have you got planned? I'm guessing the rain may keep you indoors, but here are some great options to fill your day. Sing, Dance, Tell Me A Story! (Family Fun Day) (Feb. 17, noon-3pm) at the Cultch is a full Family Day afternoon of fun times (along with some engaged learning).…
The Wellness Show, happening February 1 & 2 at The Vancouver Convention Centre, has the cure for the winter doldrums, both for kids and adults. 250+ exhibitors, and 100+ workshops, demonstrations, hands-on fun, and let’s not forget all the free samples! All for one low price, and under one roof.
Enchanting is a word you often hear to describe Disney movies and events. The word aptly describes the most recent Disney on Ice - Mickey's Search Party. This spectacular show enchanted both children and adults. My 4yr-old daughter watched with her mouth open completely enthralled by the show. Our first visit to Disney on Ice…
This holiday season, the Vancouver Christmas Market celebrates its 10th anniversary at Jack Poole Plaza — home of the Olympic Cauldron — from November 20 to December 24, 2019. The city's authentic German market amplifies and expands its festive offerings with more than 80 huts stuffed with sweets, treats, and treasures. Wander the market's winding alleys and discover German…
While it may have been 28 years since The Wiggles' Anthony (Field) first got kids excited to sing and dance along with simple, bouncing, bounding songs about fruit salads, hot potatoes, bears in need of bedtime, and soaring propellers, he still has at least as much energy as The Orpheum requires to fill it, in…
Located in a lush forest setting, Vallea Lumina takes place just 10 minutes from Whistler Village at Cougar Mountain. Guests reach the night walk via complimentary shuttle and are immediately immersed into charming storytelling in a breathtaking environment. Throughout the approximately 60 minute adventure, visitors follow in the footsteps of two long-ago hikers, Leonard and Gloria,…
Vacations with the kids can produce some of a family’s most treasured memories, but have you ever considered letting your pint-sized travelers help plan the trip? Involving your children at the start of the planning process can help your family create a better experience; one that everyone can enjoy and no one will ever forget.…
With Christmas and New Year’s just around the corner, it’s hard to believe that 2018 flew by so quickly! But when you really think about it--the hustle and bustle of our daily lives—work, school, activities, extracurriculars, getting dinner on the table, and (occasionally) having a little time for self-care, it’s not actually all that surprising…
This month, from October 15-21, the Vancouver Writers Fest will welcome more than 30 children’s and young adult authors – including beloved writers Kenneth Oppel and Susin Nielsen – to host a range of fun, inspiring and educational family events. Each is specifically designed for children from K-12. This year, the Festival is offering free…
Digital Literacy sets the stage to dive deep into the power of public speaking and take on the proliferation of fake news; a close encounter with an 80 ft. virtual whale astounds the senses, and R2R’s Youth and Adult Juries choose the award winners to be presented on Closing Night. These are some of the…
Gone are the days when a child has to wait until age 4 or 5 to learn to ride a 2-wheeled bike. Now, toddlers as young as 18 months can get started on a balance bike, having fun striding along until one day, like magic, they are riding! No need for tricycles or training wheels.…
Trying to get a child to eat when they’re a picky eater can be stressful. When you add a food restriction to the mix, like gluten-free, feeding your child can seem like an impossible task; however, it doesn’t need to be. Kristen Yarker, a dietitian and child-feeding expert, shares practical strategies below to help you…
