Family Activities

Ever since I was little, listening to Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker Suite was a signal that Christmas was near. Watching The Nutcracker ballet has always put me in the Christmas spirit. I have such fond memories of this ballet, and it bring me such joy to see it in some form…

Have you ever been to Stratford, Ontario? Nestled near the Avon River, Stratford is home to lovely, manicured landscapes with Victorian buildings, as well as a world-renown theater festival. In the town, there is a relaxed atmosphere with nods to all things theater. For students living in or around Ontario,…

You guys. I am so amazed by the Harlem Globetrotters and it has been such a privilege to meet some of the team, write about them, and see them in Montreal multiple times. The Globetrotters travel the world through a love of basketball, showmanship, and beating rivals – the Washington…

This morning, in the blistering cold of Montreal’s winter, my husband and I were transported to Egypt. There was no packing required and zero flight fees. We toured the Great Pyramid of Giza in Egypt in ways that can only be described as phenomenal. Thanks to a new immersive virtual…

It’s time to grab your Mickey ears and celebrate with Mickey, Minnie, Donald, and Goofy as they set the stage for another incredible performance in Montreal! Disney On Ice returns to Canada with a new magical adventure for the whole family!  Audiences will discover what it truly means to be…

When you were growing up, did you have a favourite doll? I’m not talking about a stuffed animal or a small figurine, I mean a large doll that you could dress up, play with, chat to, and style her hair? I can’t say that I did. There were variations of…

Grab your Mickey ears and get ready for the ultimate party when Disney On Ice presents Let’s Celebrate skates into Place Bell with more than 50 unforgettable Disney characters. Sing along with Olaf as he dreams of summer and dance with Aladdin as he stays “one jump ahead.” Share Forky’s wonder as he learns what…

Traditionally, Labour Day weekend coming up is a family’s last hurrah before diving into the school year. Most kids are back at school already but receive a four-day week to start, thanks to Labour Day. This long weekend, I have five really fun activities for you to choose from to…

If you were to ask children what their favourite things to do are, on top of that list would be: climbing, hanging, swinging, and pretending. If you are looking for a place to combine all these things for your children, have I got the place for you! In the Old…

I had the pleasure of attending the media event for the inauguration of the Frida Kahlo exhibition in Montreal. Frida Kahlo: Life of an Icon, is an incredible journey into the life of the world-renowned Mexican artist. Following unprecedented success in Spain, the exhibition will tour the US and Montreal…