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The Best Places to Swim in HRM – Parent-Tot Swims, Family Swims, Teen Swims

Ok, so it’s not quite the same as a sunny holiday to a fabulous Southern destination, but we can dream. No, there isn’t a swim-up bar either, but it does get us out of the cold and into a warm pool for some timeless memories with the kids. Here are
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Toys R Us Events: Father’s Day LEGO Make and Take

Toys R Us often has weekend events for kids, including free activities. Get ready to play, but always check with your local store to be sure it’s participating. Here’s what’s coming up. June 15, 2024, 1 – 3 pm Make something to give to Dad for Father’s Day! Head in-store
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Michaels MakeBreak Crafts – Kids and Family Events

In addition to the Saturday Kids Club at Michaels, you can join Michaels MakeBreak on Sunday afternoons. These craft sessions are for the whole family and are best for school-age and up. Supplies are included unless otherwise noted, but often an additional purchase will add more impact or you will
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Your Kids Can Have Fun at Michaels Kids’ Club

Take a little time to get creative and have fun with the Kids Club from Michaels! At the Michaels Kids Club, your kids  (generally ages 3 and up) can explore their creativity with a FREE craft. Please confirm with your store before you go, as events are subject to change.
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Movies for Mommies

Movies for Mommies is a chance to get out of the house and enjoy something fun. Taking place on alternating Wednesdays, these movies are made for mommies and babies are welcome! You can expect an accommodating environment for babies, including bottle warming, change tables, samples, prizes, and more. Here’s what’s
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Walking Trails Halifax
Walking Trails Within 50 km of Downtown Halifax

If you’re looking for a great way to spend a day outdoors with your family, there are few activities better than hiking or walking. Luckily, if you’re in the Halifax area, you have plenty of options. Within 50 km of downtown Halifax, you’ll find a variety of trails that range
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Sackville Farmers Market

Local makers, bakers and growers will sell their Nova Scotian wares every Saturday. Enjoy the beautiful gardens, accessible playground and open spaces of Acadia Park! It’s the perfect way to start your weekend. Sackville Farmers Market: Date: Every Saturday starting June 1, 2024 Time: 9 am – 1 pm Where:
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Halifax Seaport Farmers Market

The oldest continuously running Farmers Market in North America, recently relocated to Pavillion 23 on the Halifax Waterfront, hosts over 250 local products, craftspeople, artisans, entertainers… and some delicious fast good-food restaurants. Lots of fun for the whole family! Halifax Seaport Farmers Market: When: Sundays, 10 am – 2 pm;
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Check Out the Apple Store’s Free Workshops For Kids 

The Apple Store at Halifax Shopping Centre wants to help your kids build their technological skills. Through a series of ongoing workshops, your kids can learn photo skills, videography and even code their first app. These are recommended for kids ages 10 and up and you can see what’s coming
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Birthday Party Guide (Family Fun Halifax)
Birthday Parties in HRM

Planning the best birthday parties is a pretty big deal. Birthdays are special days, especially when you are still in the years of counting the ‘halves’! If we forget to add that detail when telling someone the age of our child, we are quickly corrected, so we all know how
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