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Baskin-Robbins marches into August with Mango Fiesta theme

It’s Mango Fiesta time at Baskin-Robbins this August. The ice cream and dessert specialist announces its newest flavour, Mango Sticky Rice, as its August Flavour of the Month, and an assortment of offerings that is poised to move mango lovers!

Make a Splash at Waterloo’s Biggest Waterpark

Waterloo’s biggest and wettest waterpark is open for the season School is out, and with that comes hot days and the freedom to enjoy the summer sun. Families looking for ways to keep the kids busy, inject some fun into their vacation and stay cool when the temperatures reach their zenith don’t have to go far – Bingemans’ Big Splash, the biggest and wettest waterpark

ROM Free Main Floor

ROM Free Main Floor All Summer

With free Free Main Floor all summer, ROM welcomes all to make a life-long connection with the Museum. The Free Main Floor at Toronto’s Royal Ontario Museum  is back!   Daily from July 2 – September 2, 2024 visitors can explore the exansive man floor of the museum at no charge, and no advance tickets are required. The museums main floor will come alive during

Lavender Fields near toronto

Visit a Lavender Field

Visit a lavender fields in late June through to early August. These beautiful farms make for the prettiest day trips and many locations offer little shops with lavender products like essential oils, soaps and scent sachets. These farms are a popular summer photo opportunity!  Find local lavender farms to get lost in in our annual guide at the weblink below. […]

Sweeten Up Father’s Day with fun ideas from Baskin-Robbins

Finding the perfect Father’s Day gift can be a frustrating experience. Instead of the typical gifts that run the risk of collecting dust, people are turning to the world of shared experiences and adventure to recognize their loved ones.

Farmers Markets & Pick Your Own

Guide to local farms in York Region and Durham. Find country markets selling fresh fruit and vegetables, sweet corn, organic produce, pick your own strawberries, berries, apples and family fun farms, petting zoos and hayrides!

How to Create a Backyard Staycation for Your Kids this Summer

Summer holidays are knocking at the door. People often wonder how I keep six kids occupied during the summer months when school is out. While my kids love spending some time at summer camp, I was sure to make our home an entertaining place for kids – particularly the backyard.

Drowning Prevention

Drowning Prevention: Swimming Lessons Are Not Enough

A national survey from Safe Kids Canada shows 86% of Canadian parents believe swimming lessons are the best way to protect a child from drowning. However, this is not enough. Safe Kids Canada recommends parents use five ‘layers of protection’ to keep kids safe from drowning this summer, beyond swimming lessons alone.   And while the five layers – actively supervising children, training adults in

Raising Active Kids

5 Tips To Keep Kids Active All Summer

Schools Out! While kids are jumping for joy, parents all over the neighbourhood are wondering what the heck they are going to do to keep the kids busy all summer!

Baskin-Robbins marches into August with Mango Fiesta theme

It’s Mango Fiesta time at Baskin-Robbins this August. The ice cream and dessert specialist announces its newest flavour, Mango Sticky Rice, as its August Flavour of the Month, and an assortment of offerings that is poised to move mango lovers!

Make a Splash at Waterloo’s Biggest Waterpark

Waterloo’s biggest and wettest waterpark is open for the season School is out, and with that comes hot days and the freedom to enjoy the summer sun. Families looking for ways to keep the kids busy, inject some fun into their vacation and stay cool when the temperatures reach their zenith don’t have to go far – Bingemans’ Big Splash, the biggest and wettest waterpark

ROM Free Main Floor

ROM Free Main Floor All Summer

With free Free Main Floor all summer, ROM welcomes all to make a life-long connection with the Museum. The Free Main Floor at Toronto’s Royal Ontario Museum  is back!   Daily from July 2 – September 2, 2024 visitors can explore the exansive man floor of the museum at no charge, and no advance tickets are required. The museums main floor will come alive during

Lavender Fields near toronto

Visit a Lavender Field

Visit a lavender fields in late June through to early August. These beautiful farms make for the prettiest day trips and many locations offer little shops with lavender products like essential oils, soaps and scent sachets. These farms are a popular summer photo opportunity!  Find local lavender farms to get lost in in our annual guide at the weblink below. […]

Sweeten Up Father’s Day with fun ideas from Baskin-Robbins

Finding the perfect Father’s Day gift can be a frustrating experience. Instead of the typical gifts that run the risk of collecting dust, people are turning to the world of shared experiences and adventure to recognize their loved ones.

Farmers Markets & Pick Your Own

Guide to local farms in York Region and Durham. Find country markets selling fresh fruit and vegetables, sweet corn, organic produce, pick your own strawberries, berries, apples and family fun farms, petting zoos and hayrides!

How to Create a Backyard Staycation for Your Kids this Summer

Summer holidays are knocking at the door. People often wonder how I keep six kids occupied during the summer months when school is out. While my kids love spending some time at summer camp, I was sure to make our home an entertaining place for kids – particularly the backyard.

Drowning Prevention

Drowning Prevention: Swimming Lessons Are Not Enough

A national survey from Safe Kids Canada shows 86% of Canadian parents believe swimming lessons are the best way to protect a child from drowning. However, this is not enough. Safe Kids Canada recommends parents use five ‘layers of protection’ to keep kids safe from drowning this summer, beyond swimming lessons alone.   And while the five layers – actively supervising children, training adults in

Raising Active Kids

5 Tips To Keep Kids Active All Summer

Schools Out! While kids are jumping for joy, parents all over the neighbourhood are wondering what the heck they are going to do to keep the kids busy all summer!

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