Where has the summer gone Mama’s? Enjoy the last weekend of August! APPLE GANZA August 29 Callister Park www.facebook.com/pages/AppleGanza/385011121692445 Join us for apple picking, apple processing, great apple eats and some local music to round out the day. PINK SALMON FESTIVAL August 30 Vanier Park…
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August is more than half over, which means that Vancouver children will be heading back to school before we know it. And even if your little one has been in daycare all summer long, this is the time of year when you’ll want to think…
Read More...Around Town – August 22nd & August 23rd – Vancouver and Area for Families
There’s still lots of summer left Mama’s – enjoy with your loved ones! THE FAIR AND THE PNE August 22 – September 7 PNE Fairgrounds www.pne.ca From Superdogs to spinny rides, from ponies to Peter Pan, The Fair is full of fun for the whole…
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Read More...Around Town – August 15th & August 16th – Vancouver and Area for Families
The dog day’s of summer are here Mama’s there are still many activities happening around town! THE WORLDS LARGEST SANDBOX EVENT August 15 Second Beach 10:00 – 4:00 www.hellosandbox.com The event will have attractions for all ages, including: sand castle contests in‘The World’s Largest Sandbox’…
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We have had a gorgeous summer so far in Vancouver. But rain can happen anytime in Vancouver. If you find yourself wondering what to do with your little ones on a rainy summer day, don’t despair. Here are 10 ideas to get you started. 8…
Read More...Around Town – August 8th & August 9th – Vancouver and Area for Families
Enjoy another gorgeous summer weekend Mama’s! RICHMOND MARTIME FESTIVAL August 8-9 Britannia Shipyard www.richmondmaritimefestival.ca From wooden boats to model boats, water safety to sea creatures, local lore to fishing history, the festival invites visitors to explore a spectacular heritage site and enjoy music, games, interactive…
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Summer’s in full swing here in Vancouver, and many families are heading for the hills for a vacation. If a staycation is more your style, there are lots of kid-friendly activities within easy driving distance of the city. Today we’re highlighting four of our favourite…
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There are many festivals and events happening this BC Day long weekend Mama’s! POWELL STREET FESTIVAL August 1 12:00-7:00 Oppenheimer Park www.facebook.com/events/1593988350883317/ Vancouver’s free annual celebration of Japanese-Canadian arts, culture & heritage! CARIBBEAN FESTIVAL August 1 12:00-10:00 Albion Fairgrounds www.caribbeanfest.ca Enjoy a Caribbean weekend without…
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