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Six Wellness-Inspired Holiday Gifts for Kids: Meaningful Ideas to Spark

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The holiday season often brings excitement over the latest gadgets and trendy toys. While these gifts can be thrilling in the moment, they may miss the opportunity to offer something truly meaningful: the gift of connection and wellness. This year, why not choose presents that inspire kids to recharge, connect, and grow? Thoughtful gifts like…

December 13, 2024
Kids Help Phone

gifts

Enjoy the classic Lionel Bart’s Oliver! at Gateway Theatre!

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We are very excited to have the opportunity to see an amazing show this holiday season. Gateway Theatre presents Lionel Bartโ€™s Oliver!, the award-winning musical adaptation of the classic Dickens novel. Opening tomorrow night, December 12th, and running to January 4. Join young Oliver Twist as he navigates the Victorian London underworld, searching for a…

December 12, 2024
Carlie Parkinson

Oliver!

Spooky Halloween Events Near You 2024

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Whether you're a fan of frightful fun or prefer a more family-friendly experience, thereโ€™s something for everyone. Halloween is not just about candy. Below are some upcoming Halloween events, where ghouls and goblins come out to play, and memories are made under the glow of jack-o'-lanterns!

October 24, 2024
Carlie Parkinson

Halloween Events

Discover the Best Schools for Your Child at the Vancouver

3 min read

Are you ready to take your childโ€™s education to the next level? The Vancouver Private School Expo & Information Day is the must-attend event for parents who are eager to find the right school environment that will inspire, challenge, and support their childโ€™s growth. Whether you're just beginning your search or already deep in the…

October 17, 2024
Carlie Parkinson

Private School Expo

Exciting Little Folks Village 2024

4 min read

The Vancouver Folk Music Festival is thrilled to announce an exciting and rejuvenated Little Folks Village for the 2024 festival, July 19-21 at Jericho Beach Park.

May 25, 2024
Carlie Parkinson

Vancouver Folk Music Festival

Magical Christmas Events Around Vancouver in 2023

5 min read

Christmas events are a festive tapestry woven with joy, warmth, and tradition, bringing communities together in celebration. From dazzling light displays that transform neighborhoods into enchanting wonderlands to the heartwarming melodies of carolers resonating through the air, the holiday season is a time of shared merriment. Here are some not to be missed.

November 21, 2023
Carlie Parkinson

Father and Daughter at Christmas Events

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

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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

Staycation – 8 ways to fill your days with exciting

5 min read

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

4 Can’t Miss Holiday Events to Add to Your Exciting

4 min read

'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…

November 25, 2022
Carlie Parkinson

holiday traditions

Exciting PNE Winter Fair

3 min read

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…

November 10, 2022
Carlie Parkinson

Winter Fair

2022 Vancouver International Childrenโ€™s Festival

14 min read

I remember going to the Vancouver International Childrenโ€™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 Childrenโ€™s Festival returns In-person from May 31 โ€“ June…

May 25, 2022
Carlie Parkinson

children's Festival

Essential Self-Care in 2022: Beyond Bubble Baths

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Itโ€™s pretty clear that our definition of what we consider to be self-care has shifted immensely over the past two years. Yes, there was a time when scheduling a pedicure or drawing a nice bath would cut it, but in todayโ€™s uncertain times, self-care has taken on a deeper meaning.ย 

March 24, 2022
Carlie Parkinson

meditate

3 Magical Christmas Traditions

3 min read

'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…

November 22, 2021
Carlie Parkinson

traditions

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 theย City of Vancouverโ€™s Facebook pageย for the public to watch and remember from home starting at 10:30 am.

November 10, 2021
Carlie Parkinson

remember

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.

November 17, 2020
Carlie Parkinson

christmas

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…

October 19, 2020
Carlie Parkinson

PNE treat

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 yearโ€™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…

August 18, 2020
Carlie Parkinson

The PNE Fair drive-thru

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