Family Fun

Take It Outside! Planning the Perfect Playgroup

Details: Written by Tanya Koob; Photo: Hiking in Edworrthy Park, Photo Courtesy of Tanya Koob

The snow is slowly melting and spring is right around the corner. It’s about this time of year that most of us start thinking about how we can get our children outside more, how we can get them away from the television after school and how we can show them that playing outdoors is fun! Children who play outside tend to be happier, healthier, more secure and better-rounded in general. They get much-needed exercise and extra levels of vitamin D to top it off. Plus, they’ll sleep better at night. What’s not to like about all of that? Plus, they’ll sleep better at night. What’s not to like about all of that?

Spring has Almost Sprung Fun! 10 Budget-Friendly Ways Your Family can Bloom this Season

Details: Written by Stephanie Arsenault; Photo: PhotoXpress.com

Spring has almost sprung, and it’s time to start looking forward to the warm weather ahead! This article features all things family fun, getting handy around the house and some sweet Easter projects. Read on, and then start the fun!

Christmas Traditions

Details: Written by Calgary's Child Magazine

Family traditions are the ties that bind and one of the reasons that holidays can be a very special time for families. When you think back to your own childhood, you may have fond memories of your own Christmas past. These are the memories of holiday traditions... things you did as a child that you probably now pass on to your own family. These constant threads make the holidays more meaningful and ensure our children have strong memories to hold on to, and help them to remember their Christmases past with fondness.

Feeling Drab this Winter?

Details: Written by Jenelle Buchholz; Photo: Jenelle Buchholz

With the most wonderful time of the year and New Year's coming quickly, there are many events going on to get you and your family revved up this Holiday Season.

Olympic Plaza

This year, the City of Calgary is teaming up with CityTV to host the annual New Year's Eve celebration at Olympic Plaza. There will be loads of free entertainment for all ages, live music performances and a guaranteed good time for the whole family.