What To Put In Your Kid’s Easter Baskets 2020

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*Disclosure: I was gifted some of these items but as always all my opinions are my own* Easter is just two weeks away! I’m sure with all the craziness going on in the world what to fill your kid’s baskets with is the last thing…

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5 Science Projects to Keep Kids Busy During Physical Distancing

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With everything that is currently going on in our world, there is a good chance that our kids can sense the stress we are all feeling. Parents who used to go to work are now staying home with their children. Children who were in school…

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Rainbow Crafts To Make For Kids Bedroom This Month

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Spring generally brings showers which can also lead to rainbows. The crafts below could be made in a traditional rainbow colour scheme or endless options to fit any rooms décor. Whether you are looking for a craft to do with your kids or a fun…

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5 DIY Candles To Gift This Valentine’s Day

by in Children, Crafts, Family, five things, Fraser Valley, Gift ideas, Gifting, Kid, Modern Mama, Mom, National, Products, School of Mom, Seasonal, Vancouver Comments Off on 5 DIY Candles To Gift This Valentine’s Day

Some of the best gifts come from the heart and are homemade instead of purchased. Crafting can be a great way to make family memories. Candles make great décor no matter what season you are using them for. If you want to make Valentine’s gifts…

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Towers of Tomorrow is Science World’s New Feature Exhibit

by in Activities, Around Vancouver Town, Child-Friendly Places, Children, Crafts, Dad, date-night, events, Family, Kid, Local, local events, Modern Mama, Mom, Out & About, Parenting, Play, Preschooler, Seasonal, Vancouver, Women Comments Off on Towers of Tomorrow is Science World’s New Feature Exhibit

I attended a media preview of this exhibit. All opinions are my own. Starting on January 24th, TELUS World of Science presents Towers of Tomorrow with LEGO® Bricks the exhibition that combines architecture and design in a lively, creative space. This interactive new gallery, presented…

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GIVEAWAY: Vancouver Fan Expo Passes

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I was provided media passes to attend this years event. All opinions are my own. FAN EXPO Vancouver a three- day pop culture convention in Vancouver, British Columbia, at the Vancouver Convention Centre. Attendees can shop hundreds of vendors and exhibitors, check out panels and…

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25 Markets Happening This Holiday Season

by in Activities, Around Vancouver Town, beauty, Business, Child-Friendly Places, Children, Cooking, Crafts, Eats, events, Family, fashion, Food, Fraser Valley, Gift ideas, Gifting, Holiday Guide, Hot Finds, Kid, Local, local events, Modern Mama, Mom, prizes, School of Mom, Seasonal, Services, Shopping, Vancouver, Women Comments Off on 25 Markets Happening This Holiday Season

Mission Where: Heritage Park Center, 33700 Prentis AvenueWhen: November 9th and 10th from 10am to 5pmInfo: This is the 38th Annual Christmas Craft Market. Over 115 vendors will be selling unique one-of-a-kind hand crafted items. Entry is by donation. There will be an ATM on site and…

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Do-nut Hesitate To Try These Fun Donut Crafts

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Fall weather can mean more indoor time. Crafting can be a great activity way to get away from spending too much time behind a screen and spend together as a family. These donut crafts can help beat the boredom and all of the craft options…

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7 Fun Pumpkin Decorating Ideas For Halloween

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  In our house, everything seems to be left till the last minute and that includes pumpkin decorating. Several years in a row we have found ourselves scrambling to just find pumpkins to decorate. So, this is your last-minute list of fun ways to decorate…

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Alice in Neverland has arrived in Stanley Park

by in Around Vancouver Town, Child-Friendly Places, Children, Crafts, date-night, Eats, events, Family, Fraser Valley, Local, local events, Modern Mama, Preschooler, Reviews, Seasonal, Toddlers, Vancouver Comments Off on Alice in Neverland has arrived in Stanley Park

I had the opportunity to attend a media preview of this event. All opinions are my own. We look forward to the train in Stanley Park every year. This year’s theme is a twist on Alice in Wonderland. Alice falls down the rabbit hole again…

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