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June Events in Halifax
June 09, 2009
We have sailed through the first weekend of June already! It always feels like the summer months cruise by much faster than the winter months! Maybe because there is so much to do in the summertime! Summertime in the city has so much to offer. Not to mention the surrounding areas. Here is a quick peak at some activities you and the kids can enjoy this month in Halifax.
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The Tall Ships Are Coming!
May 07, 2009
I was so excited to discover that this summer the Tall Ships are coming to Nova Scotia. When we first moved here, the Tall Ships were something most mentioned to us by friends that had lived in Halifax. It is a must see they said. After checking out the Tall Ships Nova Scotia Festival website I am more than convinced it truly is a must see.
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It Was Raining so We Went to Aplaydia
April 09, 2009
As I mentioned a few weeks ago there is a new place in town to keep the kids active, dry and have a ton of fun. Aplaydia, located at 936 Bedford Highway (Village Centre, Dairy Queen plaza), is a hop skip and a jump away. Last Friday we had a play date with friends, we had planned to go to a local playground. Unfortunately it was suppose to rain, however this gave us the perfect opportunity to check out the new indoor playground.
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The Great Outdoors
March 30, 2009
Rain or shine, show or sleet kids need time outside. That is the mantra right? Yet somehow it isn't always that easy. When we were children we were sent outside. It was an expectation not an exception. Our mothers and caregivers let us loose in the world without a care. We were free to explore, learn, debate, wonder and dream. The endless days of summer were truly endless.
In our time as parents things have changed. We no longer send our children out to play without a worry in the world. In fact all we do is worry. Society has made us afraid, untrusting and unknowing. On my street I am the only mom that stays at home. When my children are out playing, they are the only children out. The people that live behind us have this awesome play structure yet we have never seen any one in their backyard.
Children are indoors a lot. I realize that not every family has a stay at home parent. However what about the weekends? Evenings? Where have all the children gone. In all the fear, we have lost sight on the things that are important to child development. Kids need to be outside. They need time to discover things on their own without a parent holding their hand. They need to play at the playground and discover their own forms of conflict resolution. Parents with the best intention hover over their children taking away what little freedom they have left. I have experienced this over and over again at the playground. Most parents are amazed that I give my children so much freedom.
It is a balance, between safety and freedom. Children need room to roam, to play to experience nature. Yet even in our our yard we are not free from fear. My children were playing outside, while I fluttered from inside to outside, making dinner and supervising their activities from a far, when a car pulled over unrolled the window and spoke to my children. I flew outside as they were pulling away. My preschooler did not know what they said, when I asked she shrugged her shoulders. Was it an innocent comment about playing or was it a predator?
One of my goals as a parent is to have my kids outside once a day. Either to play, for a walk anything to get them out in the fresh air, exploring their world. I cannot say that I reach this goal every day, but we try.
What are your views on outside play and freedom? Are you afraid?
Tomorrow I will share with you some ideas of what to do when you get the kids outside.
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New Places to Explore
March 26, 2009
There are a few new businesses that I have heard about through the grapevine that I thought I would share with you. Preschool and children specific services are always nice to have in the area. In fact I was surprised when we moved to Halifax there was not more kid specific places. Well it looks like I just needed to be a little more patient! I have not had the opportunity to check out these businesses first hand yet, but they are definitely on the To Do list!
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What's Up?
February 26, 2009
Looking to break those winter blues? Here are a few activities going on in and around Halifax this weekend to consider with your family. We saw Little Ray's Reptile Show last year at the Natural History Museum and it was fantastic! The kids were able to learn a lot and interact with many different reptiles!
Read more...February - A New Beginning
February 02, 2009
February the month of Love. It is also usually the beginning of later winter, early spring! The harshness of December and January fades, the snow melts and once again we can venture outdoors. I am so ready to celebrate that! So what is up and coming in Halifax for kids in February to keep that cozy, melting, warm thoughts going? Art Gallery of Nova Scotia The Art Read more...
Performing Arts
October 27, 2008
Halifax has always lived up to it's reputation of being a city of the arts. Music, art and theatre are strongly ingrained in the culture and are celebrated proudly. There are opportunities for preschoolers to watch Children's Theatre through many of the theatre companies. Being that everything comes alive in Canada in the Spring and Summer, I wasn't surprised not to find many performances Read more...
Lions, tigers and bears, oh my!
September 15, 2008
We are very fortunate here in Halifax, NS. Not only do we have a large, bustling city full of museums, art galleries, heritage and classes, we also have access to many of the close by, surrounding rural communities. One of the many must see with your preschooler hot spots out in the country is the Cole Harbour Heritage Farm Museum . Located approximately 20 minutes from Metro Halifax (and on Read more...
Top 5 things to do outside when the fog clears and the sun shines
September 03, 2008
Here in Halifax, it is quite exciting to see clear skies! The kids and I are instantly outside and ready to be adventurous! Here are our top five things to do in the sunshine! 1. Head out to a local park. We love D.J. Butler Park on Flamingo drive on a sunny day. You are almost guaranteed to find tons of kids and parents out enjoying the sun. 2. Head down to the Waterfront. When the sun is Read more...
More of Our Favorite Activities and Things to Do in halifax
Creatures & Critters:
Our Urban Jungle
Do, Re, Mi! Places to Hear, Sing & Play a Tune
Artistic Endeavors:
Our Favorite Art Venues
Room to Run:
Run, Jump & Wiggle Outdoors
Rainy & Quiet Days:
Cozy & Crazy Indoor Fun
A Sense of History:
Our City's Stories
Tot's Science Fair:
Science & Nature Sites
Splash, Spray, Play! Local Spots to Get Wet
The Most Fun in Life Is Free!
The Best of... Our Top Can't-Live-Without Spots
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