How to build terrariums with kids As summer approaches, a terrarium, generally defined as a glass or plastic container used for growing plants indoors, is a wonderful way to keep a little green in your life, as well as a […]
Family Fun Guide
‘We are happy campers’
Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival marks 21st anniversary with music, crafts, games, magic and more to delight the whole family The wildly popular Tim Hortons Ottawa Dragon Boat Festival, one of the city’s most anticipated summer events, will soon […]
Shop, play and eat this spring in Syracuse, New York
Renowned as a fantastic shopping mecca, Syracuse certainly didn’t disappoint writer Leslie Foster and her family, who recently enjoyed an action-filled escape to the city. Just a little more than three hours from Ottawa, Syracuse, New York, is close enough to […]
Winter away, spring into play in New York’s Adirondack Mountains
Home of hiking, lakes and incredible sports history, the Adirondack Region offers plentiful spring break adventures just two hours south of Ottawa By Rebecca Steffan Maple Sugaring Season Starts in March March in the Adirondacks is a time of maple […]
A thrilling March Break getaway to the Eastern Townships
With many great family activities including skiing, tubing and the local zoo, this bustling tourist region attracts millions of visitors each year By Leslie Foster Looking for a March break getaway? Consider heading to the Eastern Townships, a tourist region […]
Create a themed birthday party your child will love
Theme parties cater to your child’s interests and can help focus the planning process. Here are five tips to create a perfect themed birthday party. by Leslie Foster 1. Choose a theme If your child is too young to help […]
Marvelous March Break in the nation’s capital
Why not spend a fabulous March Break right here in Ottawa? The city boasts tons of great activities – indoors and out – to make the most of your vacation time. Is your family ready for March Break? It runs […]
Game night fun
Get the whole gang together for some regular family bonding time with these suggestions for great interactive games Family game nights are a great way for families to get together for some uninterrupted fun. Game nights can be inexpensive and […]