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Weekend Family Events for July 20-21

I’m not sure what everyone has planned for this upcoming weekend, but if you own a pool…I’m jealous. It’s going to be a very hot and humid weekend, but don’t let that stop you from getting out and enjoying all…

Moon Walk Anniversary Celebrations at the Museum of Nature

July 20, 2019 marks the 50th anniversary of the moon landing and the Canadian Museum of Nature is marking the moment in history with a number of events. Most of the events are aimed at older children who have an interest in science and/or astronomy. So if you have…

Weekend Family Events for July 13-14

Summer is in full swing and I hope you are all having a wonderful July with your families. Ottawa is such a great place in the summer, and it’s looking like another solid weekend for family friendly events. This could be the final weekend for U-Pick strawberries…

Weekend Family Events for July 6-7

Hot enough for you yet? Remember when we were complaining about it being too cold? Well, July has brought the heat. Strawberry U-Pick farms are pretty much all open for business this weekend. If you go, just be prepared with a hat and water. It will also be a…

Weekend Family Events for June 29-30

School is out and summer has really arrived. Welcome to the long weekend! Have you made plans for Canada Day yet? If you haven’t, be sure to check out my guide to Ottawa’s best family events for July 1st here. Also a number of strawberry fields…

Our Joy After Loss: Welcoming Ellie Marie

Every second of every day babies are being born. The sheer commonality of delivering a child should render it rather unremarkable and yet it is THE most remarkable thing ever. Every mother carries her own story of how her baby was brought into the world – be it a natural…

Ottawa’s Best Canada Day Family Events

Canada Day 2019 is just days away. How will you be celebrating? Do you like to brave the crowds to be a part of the amazing experience on Parliament Hill, or do you opt for a smaller, more community based celebration? Ottawa is THE place to celebrate Canada’s…

Weekend Family Events for June 22-23

Welcome to the first weekend of summer! It’s looking like it will be a good one, with sun, warm temperatures and lots of great activities. Here is my list of what’s going on for families around Ottawa for June 22-23. Saturday: Teddy Bears Picnic &#8211…

Strawberry Picking Season in Ottawa

Our cold, wet spring has led to a delayed start to the strawberry season, but it looks like finally the time has come. Taking my kids strawberry picking is always a favourite activity for me. There are few things that taste as good as locally grown strawberries. Most of the…

Weekend Family Events for June 15-16

Happy Father’s Day weekend to all you wonderful fathers and grandfathers out there! You deserve to be spoiled and I only wish the weather forecast was looking better for celebrations. To help you make your weekend plans, here is my list of family friendly events for June 15…