Father’s Day at Ottawa Museums
Father’s Day is on Sunday. Have you made your crafts and decorated the cards for dad? We may have just finished something here at the house (Andy, if you are reading this, we…
Around Ottawa: Easter at City of Ottawa Museums
Not sure what to do with the kids this long weekend? The City of Ottawa Museums have you covered. Don’t let the lack of green grass scare you away from getting out and…
Around Ottawa: Weekend Breakfast Buffet at Whole Foods Ottawa
EDIT: PLEASE CONTACT WHOLE FOODS TO SEE IF THIS IS STILL AVAILABLE Finally, I had a chance to check out the new Whole Foods Store at Lansdowne. I was really impressed. The selection…
March Break Activities in Ottawa 2015
March break is coming up for many kids in the Ottawa area! For the first time ever, we are travelling south for March break. Normally, I plan the break around museum visits and…
Around Ottawa: Minecraft Workshop at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum
This weekend, I signed my son up for the Mining and Gaming workshop at the Canada Aviation and Space Museum. Basically, he played Minecraft with other kids his age for 3 hours. And yes,…
Mother’s Day – Laughter, warmth and love
Some sleeping in, delicious breakfast cooked by my family, a trip to Parliament Hill for a walk on a sunny, gorgeous day, bakery goodies, and family fun with my parents, siblings and their…
Upcoming October Dates – Events and Fundraisers plus: Add yours!
Wow, fall is a very busy time isn’t it! There are lots of events and fundraisers and more happening in Ottawa in October. These are geared towards parents primarily, but you know there’s…
Blog Monetization – Panel Notes from Social Capital Conference
(Andrea, Shannon, Myself) Wayyyy back in July I helped organize the first Social Capital Conference in Ottawa and also had the pleasure of speaking on a panel about blog monetization (and the value…
Great Canadian Theatre Company – Ottawa Giveaway!
Ottawa has no shortage of children’s activities and I think it’s one of the greatest things about this city. Being a parent in Ottawa seems pretty easy sometimes. I’m excited to tell you…
In and Around Ottawa: Cumberland Heritage Museum
It’s no secret I love the country and farms. And history. Having these combined into a local place we can visit at a family is just another wonderful reason why Ottawa is…
