Does anyone really know how to spell donuts? Or is it doughnuts? Let’s be honest, regardless of how the word is spelled, the taste is what *truly* matters! Donuts found at your local drive-thru have probably solved the occasional fried-cake craving but the doughnuts we are talking about here are
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Before we had kids, we loved going to the local breweries to hang out for the afternoon. After we had kids, we were equally pleased to see that many of the breweries are family-friendly and offer activities and treats that kids (and other non-drinkers) love! Because let’s be honest– there’s
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Are you looking for a fun, family-friendly afternoon outing? Look no further than one of the amazing places to have High Tea in Metro Vancouver! When I was little, my favourite thing in the world was to pull out my tiny plastic tea set and have a tea party with
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Inlet Park is Port Moody’s newest playground and sports recreation facility and it is full of potential for all seasons! With the first and second phases of the Inlet Park Redevelopment Project complete, visitors are invited to check out the facilities and try the new playgrounds. The high-quality, all-weather artificial
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If you grew up in the 90s, you probably remember weekends at the bowling alley or bowling alley birthday parties. Taking yout kids bowling now is not only TONS of fun for them, but also a bit of nostalgia for you. Kids love bowling. Most of them are terrible at
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Who doesn’t love a great PIE?! Whether you are interested in sweet or savoury, there are some great pie shops around Metro Vancouver to indulge your cravings.  And there’s no better day to schedule your own tour of pie shops or sample new flavours than Pi Day (March 14th ,
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Magic dances through the timbers of Redwood Park in Surrey. A magical knoll awaits discovery down a wooded path. When you look through the trees and spot dashes of colour you are nearing the Fairy Kingdom. Whimsical, kind-hearted, fun-loving folk have created dozens of fairy homes. Some are grand and
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Talk about a great form of exercise! Snowshoeing is becoming an increasingly popular sport for families. When the kids are super little (and mom and dad are in good shape) tucking the kids into kid-carrying backpacks and heading out for a snowshoe is a great outing. I’m sure some families
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What’s better than having a birthday? Getting FREE treats to celebrate! Whether you are a kid or a parent, it’s always nice to be celebrated and receive something in your honour. Check out this massive list of FREE birthday treats you can get just because you turn one year older.
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Book lovers know that the world of Dr. Seuss often includes spirals, twists and turns, and bright colours. And that’s just what you’ll find at the newest Coquitlam playground- Sheffield Park. Located on Burke Mountain, an increasingly popular neighbourhood for families, Sheffield Park is the latest in a string of
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