On the border of Burlington and Oakville is Burloak Waterfront Park and it’s going to be your new favourite park. Its Lake Ontario views and rubberized playground base are a huge draws for families from all over the region. Thanks to Janelle and her kiddos for visiting their favourite parks and writing about them for […]
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Give that jack-o-lantern one more mission when it’s used to feel some animals!
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New Play Place Alert! Imaginasium just opened in Hamilton and we have the inside scoop with all of the details plus photos! Imaginasium, Hamilton – Grand Opening Visit! We are excited to bring you news of a brand new play place for kids. Imaginasium opened their doors in October 2022 and Esther, our staff writer,
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Come with us for a behind-the-scenes look at Mountsberg Halloween Spooktacular
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Spoiler alert – my tween and teen LOVED indoor rock climbing!
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Raise your hand if fall activities are your favourite! Indoors, outdoors, active or relaxed, we have put together sooo many things to do with kids near Hamilton, Halton and Niagara.
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Hamilton Mountain’s Mountview Park had a big renovation this summer – let’s see what’s new!
Welcome to Burlington’s Sherwood Forest Park. You’re in for a treat when you choose to visit this park because you get two playgrounds for the price of one! Plus Burlington’s longest multi-use trail and a whole lot more! Sherwood Forest Park is always high on our list of playgrounds to visit. We took our city
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Asking kids out-of-the-box questions is a great way to get them thinking on their toes and really using their imaginations. These questions will help you spark dozens and dozens of conversations with your favourite little people. We’ve pulled together over 75 conversation starters that the whole family can chime in on. Ask one now, one
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A playground, an art installation, and a public garden are open for exploration at Memorial Park.
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I love anything that encourages my kids to read! Letter From Afar delivered something new and exciting to our mailbox each month and made my kiddo excited to read! We’ve kept the subscription going for a few years and have so many gorgeous letters to reread and keep. Letters From Afar is a mail subscription
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You can play all day at Riverside Park in Guelph with its ample picnic space, huge hybrid playground, and peaceful riverside location.
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We didn’t have to go far to have a great getaway experience!
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Start meaningful conversations with your kids by updating your bookshelves with diverse books for kids when they are young to showcase a variety of families, identities and lifestyles. We are so thankful that Victoria Schwarzl of After All Photography shared with us her favourite books on diverse families. A Note From Victoria: There are many
Canada’s Wonderland is open for the 2023 season (as of May 5th!) and it feels like business as usual! Events and experiences are back in full force and we couldn’t be more excited to experience a jam-packed season of fun at Canada’s Wonderland.
Canada’s Wonderland – Bigger and Better for 2023 + Video Tour! Read More »
Say it with a surprise set up on their front lawn!
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Chantale, a new mom, is sharing her favourite apps for new parents to help make your transition to a new parent a simple and joyful one.
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Raise your hand if you’re stuck at home and bored…me too! Let’s play some winter Bingo! to pass the time, shall we?
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We always ask a trusted friend or neighbour for their advice. Everything from What are you watching on Netflix? to Where do you send your kids for daycare? We value their opinions because they are “real people” just like us. When you want to tell your potential customers about your business, one of the best
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It’s got to be that new algorithm, right? Or that Reels are the only content people are being shown, right? Meh, that’s only half of the problem. The real reason that your social media is dying is that you forgot you need to be SOCIAL. I love a Content Scheduler as much as anyone, but
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Great local restaurants and caterers who offer pre-made Christmas Dinners.
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Fries are one of the most popular, crowd-pleasing foods out there. Everyone, from babies to grandparents to seagulls, loves them! We ask you who makes the best french fries in the Hamilton and Burlington area and we were not disappointed with your answers. While McDonalds, Jack Astors, and Harvey’s all received honourable mentions for their
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What could be better than a treehouse-themed playground in the middle of the woods? Nothing! That’s why we know you’ll love Colonel William Woods park. Treehouse playground in oakville Like you, we’ve been living our best playground life for the last year or more. We love finding a quiet playground that we can have to
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Perth Park is a natural playground in Ancaster. Natural playgrounds are still unique in this area, so when we find one it’s big news! We’ve long loved Exhibition Park in Guelph, but if you’re looking for something closer to home, try Perth Park in Ancaster. Welcome to Perth Park in Ancaster We stumbled upon this
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A day home with the kids is an opportunity to do something great together…but what?! We have some fun ideas for things to do on a PA Day!
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Family entertainment spaces are rejigging their business models to safely serve families and their social bubbles. These locations offer private rentals where you get the whole place to yourselves! indoor places offering private rentals With protocols changing often, Active Parents always suggest you contact the location to ask questions you may have regarding cleaning, etc.
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Plan a field trip to Burlington’s Ireland House Museum and use our Self-Guided Field Trip Guide to add some easy education to your entertainment. This school year, classes and students won’t be going on field trips, but that doesn’t mean your kids have to miss out on the hands-on in-person learning that field trips offer.
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