Mother’s Day is fast approaching and it’s one more great opportunity to celebrate the mother figures in your life! We can help you spoil those moms in your life with our inspirational list of things to do on Mother’s Day.
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Taking the kids to a drive-in movie is a classic memory maker. This list curates your options for drive-in movie theatres in Hamilton, Oakville, Niagara and more. You have a variety of options to choose from.
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In our guide, you will find chess clubs in Oakville, chess clubs in Burlington and Hamilton-area clubs. They welcome kids of all skill levels from newbies to future youth chess championship winners!
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Discover the best cheerleading, dance, and gymnastics programs for kids in the Hamilton area with our comprehensive directory. Find the perfect fit to keep your child active, engaged, and having fun.
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Sherkston Shores is a popular family vacation destination, and one we hadn’t been to before! It is a spot that I’ve had recommended to me many times by annual visitors. Read on to learn more, and hear my thoughts on our visit.
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Meet me at the pier – Pier 4 that is! This waterfront destination in Hamilton is full of reasons to visit from an amazing nautical-themed playground and is just a hop, skip and a jump from the famous Theodore Tugboat Too!
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LaSalle Park in Burlington’s west end is one of our favourite parks to visit. It’s got an upgraded playground that kids love, vast amounts of green space and of course, easy access to the marina and waterfront.
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One of Burlington’s largest parks, Norton Park is home to something for everyone, at every age, during every season. You’re going to love playing here at this park & playground. Community Centre and Neighbourhood Hub Located right beside the Haber Community Centre in Burlington‘s Alton Village neighbourhood, you can actually spend an entire day on
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Brant Hills Park in Burlington is a park and playground full of possibilities for kids who love to climb, run, splash and play! And that’s most kids, right? Thanks to Esther and her kids for checking it out for us! Enjoy The Splash Pad at Brant Hills Park During the summer of 2021, a new
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When you visit William Connell Park in Hamilton you’ll be treated to a combination of a natural playground, a traditional playground, and more sports fields than you could imagine! SPRING NOTE: Contractors will be on-site to install a new wheelchair accessible swing between the existing playground and spray pad. All park assets will remain open
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Summer is the prime time for skateboarding, scootering and BMX biking, and these Hamilton area skateparks provide the perfect location for kids (and adults!) to perfect their next trick! If you’re wondering “Where is a skate park near me?” we can help you find the best ones in Hamilton right here. Looking for more skate
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Oakville is home to five outdoor scooter and skate parks, spread throughout the town. They vary in size and style, but all pack a punch of fun and exercise for kids on wheels. We have details on what each one offers so you can choose the coolest one for your little thrashers.
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Burlington has 10 skateboard and scooter parks spread out across the city. Each one has different benefits, and we’ve laid it all out here to help you choose your next destination. Looking for more skate parks to visit? Take a short drive to a neighbouring city to test out their facilities. Click here to find
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Have you been to Shell Park in Oakville? This park space truly has something for everyone, no matter their age! Your family – from babies to retirees – will find something that keeps them coming back time and again. where is shell park? Shell Park is a large park, playground and garden pace in Oakville.
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Take a trip back in time when you ride the antique carousel at Lakeside Park in Port Dalhousie. It really is a thing of beauty and nostalgia.
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I hadn’t been to Centre Island since I was a kid, so I was thrilled to go back with my mom and my own kids, and the day was even more fantastic than I expected.
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One of the best summer getaways we’ve had so far is glamping in Algonquin with Four Corners Algonquin. The comfort level and 5-star accommodations made this a vacation to remember. If you’re thinking of glamping in Ontario, you need to check out everything that Four Corners has to offer.
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A total solar eclipse is heading your way! On April 8, 2024, a total solar eclipse will be able to be seen across parts of Mexico, the US, and Canada and we have front row seats here near Burlington!
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Burlington‘s Central Park is aptly named because it’s smack dab in the middle of an area filled with things to do for families. The playground was just renovated, and here is what you can expect to see! Central Park is a highly visited location for families all year long. It shares a parking lot with
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We love a great staycation! So when we heard about the March Break getaway promotion at C Hotel by Carmens, we knew a mini getaway to close-by Hamilton was in our immediate future.
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SpringFest offers Greater Toronto families an indoor fun park with the latest in children’s entertainment, games and activities. SpringFest is thrilled to be back for another year of quality family entertainment.
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Parent support groups and social programs for new parents are a great way to connect with parents in the same stage of parenthood as you are. New parents, experienced parents, and caregivers will all benefit from meeting oher adults. Babies aren’t the only ones who need socialization, right? Throughout Halton and Hamilton, there are a
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Kids will glow when they get to see some local and exotic animals and insects on your visit to these places. Visit one or all of them! Remember to bring your summer essentials: sunscreen, bug spray, a hat, and a water bottle.
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If you’ve been cleaning and purging your no-longer-loved items, we know exactly where to take your goods to donate them in the Hamilton and Burlington areas. Let’s give those pieces a second chance at life! Once I had kids, I felt like I was doing one long and continuous Spring Clean. If you’ve got a
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The Art Gallery of Hamilton is one of the city’s best places to visit for families. And we have the scoop on how you can visit for free! Read on to find out.
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Parenting in the digital age is challenging. As a parent, I understand the difficulty navigating the delicate balance between harnessing the benefits of technology and mitigating its potential drawbacks. Thank you to Susie Beghin, RECE, Author, and owner of Alpha’s Discovery daycare centres for providing her experience and expertise on this topic.
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A visit to The Hamilton Aviary is a great way to feel tropical while supporting this wonderful, volunteer-run bird sanctuary in Dundas, Ontario.
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