The Casino Lac-Leamy Sound of Light When: Wednesdays and Saturdays, August 10 through 24 Where: Canadian Museum of History, 100 Laurier St., Gatineau What: With a mission of encouraging cultural discoveries through a varied and international artistic program, the Sound […]
Family Fun Events
Wet and wild
Want to make a big splash this summer? Look no further than your own neighbourhood for some fun in the water, Mike Carroccetto writes One of the best ways to have some family fun on a hot summer day is to […]
For the birds
Region’s oldest wildlife rehab centre to construct new visitor’s area For nearly 30 years, residents of Ottawa and the surrounding area have been bringing injured or abandoned wild birds to the Wild Bird Care Centre in the west end. Tucked […]
12 Great Family Fun Events
Festival Franco-Ontarien When: June 13 through 15 Where: Major’s Hill Park, Ottawa What: Bringing together thousands of French speakers – and lovers of the French language – to the heart of the National Capital Region, the Festival Franco-Ontarien welcomes and […]
12 Great family fun events
Parenting Times rounds up some of the best family fun activities in the Ottawa area. The final weekend of Winterlude When: Now through February 18 Where: Various locations in Ottawa and Gatineau What: It’s your last chance to enjoy […]
12 Great family fun events
The Nutcracker: A Canadian Tradition When: December 12, 13, 7 p.m. and December 13 at 1:30 p.m. at Shenkman Arts Centre; December 15 at 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m. at Meridian Theatres at Centrepointe Where: Shenkman Arts Centre, 245 Centrum Blvd.; […]
12 Great Family Fun Events
Casino du Lac-Leamy Sound of Light When: Wednesdays and Saturdays, until August 18 Where: Canadian Museum of History, 100 Laurier St., Gatineau What: The Sound of Light is a spectacular to satisfy the senses! Five international fireworks designers create […]
Active fun on tap for fall and winter
If you’re looking for some fun activities and programs to keep the kids busy this fall and winter, then check out what the city has to offer at its many recreation facilities. There are swimming lessons, skating lessons, fitness and […]
Music on a Mission offers a night of family fun
If you remember Name That Tune, you’ll love Music on a Mission. The ultimate game night, Music on a Mission is a major fundraiser for Family Services Ottawa and takes place on Friday, October 26 at Tudor Hall. Event planner […]
Family fun at Paddles and Puppets in Almonte
If you’re looking for something a little different to do with the family this summer, then take a short drive out to scenic Almonte and enjoy Paddles and Puppets on Saturday, August 11 at the Almonte Fairgrounds. This fun-filled […]







