2023 VANCOUVER FOLK MUSIC FESTIVAL
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The Vancouver Folk Music Festival hits the grass at Jericho Beach Park in a few days.
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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.
What to do this weekend? 8 exciting events to check
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June is a great month to get out and explore the City. There are a number of great events going on across the Lower Mainland to check out.
Lucky to have 3 fantastic local theatres!
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I have to admit Vancouver is no London, New York, or even Toronto when it comes to live theatre, but we are lucky to have some amazing community theatre's that produce some amazing performances. Here are a few theatres to check out!
5 Exciting Ways to Celebrate Lunar New Year This Weekend!
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Lunar New Year 2023 falls on Sunday, January 22nd, 2023, and celebrations continue the weeks following.
Gift the Unexpected: 3 Unique ‘Gifts for Good’ Ideas that
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Children everywhere love traditions (parents, too), and traditions make memories. Celebrating Giving Tuesday (November 29) is a tradition in our family, too. It marks the largest global movement of generosity and signals the start of the holiday season. This year, while writing up your family’s wish list, consider including some unique ‘gifts for good’ that…
4 Can’t Miss Holiday Events to Add to Your Exciting
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'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 - the time to do it is coming up. We're very fortunate in British Columbia to have so many options to help us enjoy the season. You…
Exciting PNE Winter Fair
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The Pacific National Exhibition (PNE) is thrilled to announce the most unique winter celebration in BC, the brand new PNE Winter Fair. The ten-day event features guest favourites from the PNE Summer Fair and the PNE has translated them into a unique winter holiday experience including nightly indoor concerts by your favourite artists, holiday themed…
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.
Don’t miss it: The Baby Show Vancouver October 22-23
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Canada’s Leading Pregnancy, Baby and Toddler Event Arrives on the West Coast: The Baby Show Debuts October 22-23 at Canada Place.
Get comfortable Under the Stars with TUTS!
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heatre Under the Stars (TUTS) is back! This year, audiences will travel back in time to witness the birth of the world’s first musical and launch into the future for a rock-and-roll fueled revolution when TUTS presents Something Rotten! and We Will Rock You, running alternate evenings July 2–August 27, 2022, at Stanley Park’s scenic…
Exciting News: Burnaby Village Museum celebrates 50 years!
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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…
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!
3 Magical Christmas Traditions
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'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…
We Shall Remember
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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.
The 3 Most Important Messages for Your Child
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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.…
3 exciting ways to connect with Santa
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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.
Canceled: Experience the Magic of Heritage Christmas at Burnaby Village
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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.
Halloween Candy – what to do with it!!!!
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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?
Accessible, inclusive trick-or-treating for kids of all abilities
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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…
2 Exciting Events at the PNE: Drive-Thru Tricks-and-Treats Edition and
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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…
Halloween with a few changes
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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…
A Taste of the PNE: Drive-Thru Fair Experience
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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…
Phase 3 is a go – 4 exciting plans for
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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…
