Love your heart, take these steps during Heart Month
While February, Heart Month, brings to mind thoughts of Valentine’s Day and images of hearts and love, the heart is much more than a symbol.
Coming-of-age books for older readers
Looking back we can all spot choices that changed our lives. Books for older readers often deal with the coming-of-age moments that dot the universal journey from childhood to maturity.
Marthe Jocelyn has written with great panache a
Giant T-Rex balloon sculpture bursts into ROM for weekend
No doubt a visit to the Royal Ontario Museum (ROM) will be on the list of Family Day Long Weekend activities and the attraction is ready for families. Just for the occasion, master balloonist Mark Verga has created an amazing
Family Day Traditions
With this being only the second annual Family Day on Monday, February 16, it’s not likely that your family has established any hard and fast traditions yet.
Mountain climber takes IMAX viewers to amazing heights
The Alps (Ontario Science Centre) — When John Harlin III was just nine, his father, an avid mountain climber, fell to his death while climbing the dangerous north face of the Eiger in Switzerland. Harlin grew up
Young role models: Notes from the Camp Director
Parents intending to send their kids to camp sometimes have difficulty accepting the idea that a teenager can fulfill the role of leader, teacher or surrogate parent. This is understandable as many parents did not have an opportunity to att
Free clubs for kids at Golf Show
The golf course is increasingly a place for family time as more and more children are coming into the game that has traditionally been more of an adult pursuit. Celebrating its 20th anniversary in 2009, the Annual Golf and Travel
Valentine’s Day romance for couples with kids
(MS) Most couples will tell you that having children is a blessing. Children expand the family and open up the household to joy and laughter. Children do require a lot of time and attention, though, which can sometimes get in
TV movie worth watching
Booky’s Crush (CBC) — The latest TV movie about Bernice Thurman Hunter’s Depression era girl heroine cements my opinion about what CBC and Shaftesbury are doing with this Canadian story: I like it
Local pooch stars as Toto
The Wizard of Oz (Fallen Rock/Isabel Bader Theatre) — For seven years, the guys from Fallen Rock Productions have been making theatre for two reasons: to entertain families, and to raise money for charity. Not your typica
Tips for taking tests
Do your kids get frustrated at the thought of taking tests? Your answer will largely depend on how successful they have been in the past—that is, students who usually do well on tests tend to like them, while those who
Fitness in the name of charity
We all know the benefits not-for-profit organizations reap when community members participate in their local fundraising initiatives, but supporting community-based charitable causes can bring benefits to you and your family too. Char
Students need to shine
Children who have trouble with their school work in Grade 1 face a greater risk of experiencing problems with depression by the time they hit Grade 6. That's the conclusion of study—published in the July issue of the Journal of
Animals take the lead in these tales
Animals can make charming main characters. Here are some who have exciting adventures that also manage to be heartwarming
Money saving tips for Disney trips
While vacations at Walt Disney World have the reputation of being expensive, there are many ways to save money and make your visit to this magical place more affordable. Here are a few tips:
Timing is Everything Certain times of
Disney’s the place for a celebration
How many times has a trip to Disney World been the wish made as birthday candles are blown out? To actually blow out those candles while visiting Disney World for free is a wish that will be granted to anyone
Comedienne takes motherhood to the stage
What’s the one question all new Moms ask the minute their babies are born into the world?
According to Diane Flacks, author and comedienne, it’s “Did I poo?”
Mom’s dance night out
Bring your girlfriends for a City Parent Mom Club Mom’s Night Out, Zumba Dance Party at Annex Dance Academy, Oakville. Sweat and dance to great music and learn awesome easy-to-follow moves in a fun party atmosphere.
A camp you can trust
Over the past decade, 'trust' has been gaining special attention as one of the most important ingredients of family life, and it plays a critical role in ensuring and enhancing family peace of mind.
Seasoned songwriter creates noteworthy CD
Maggie G: Around the House — Toronto musician Maggie G (aka Margot Glatt) is a longtime producer of adult records and writer of kids’ music for TV. She’s now turned her skills to making a full-length CD, and
