Talk Like a Pirate Day

Day Pass, Physical Stuff, Playtime, Sporting Life

Aarrr.  Ahoy, mateys.  September 19th is ‘Talk Like a Pirate Day’.  As parents, you probably can’t join the barmaid and Orlando Bloom-inspired parties, but you can have a ton of fun with the kids.  Why not have a special treasure hunt?  Dress up in great costumes (why toss those stained jeans when they can be cut off and frayed as…

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Healthy Snacks

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We’ve been on a rampage lately.  Not to get the kids to pick up their socks, put the toilet seat down, or call if they’ll be out past ten (just kidding).  We’ve resolved to find some healthy snacks.  We thought it wouldn’t be a problem.  Whoops.  I will never forget my first outing to a ‘special event’ when Thomas the…

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The Word on the Street

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The Word on the Street: Vancouver: Library Square Toronto:  Queen’s Park Kitchener: Victoria Park Halifax: Cunard Event Centre When:  Sunday, September 27th, 2009 Time:  11am – 5pm This is a great place to get lots of great kids’ books, and expose your little ones to a world of reading.  Men on stilts, magazines, activities and special memories.  Enjoy!

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Bedtime Brews for Babes

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Got a child who needs a little calm-me-down at bedtime? Here are three great versions of the classic “Warm Milk” from The Caboodle Cookbook by Jay and Lisa Cestnik. Older kids can make them by themselves (with adult supervision of course). Moolasses 1/2 tablespoon molasses 3/4 to 1 cup 2% milk 1. Pour molasses into a mug. 2. Heat milk…

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