Celebrations & Holidays . Family Fun
Remembrance Day in Calgary – November 11, 2020
On November 10, 2020 by Calgary's ChildMany of the traditional Remembrance Day celebrations this year have been altered due to the current public health restrictions. Join us in observing Remembrance Day with one of the alternative services listed below, or observe a moment of silence in your own home. The Field of Crosses On the evening of November 10th, candles will
Activities . Family Fun
What’s Happening?
On October 15, 2020 by Calgary's Childby Trista Arney, Staff Writer
With Thanksgiving over, we’re ready for Halloween! Whether you plan to get out and experience the fun events local businesses have coordinated or are planning to celebrate at home with your cohort, we hope that you will have a safe and enjoyable Halloween. Local businesses have several events happening to celebrate this spooky season – some free and some with fees.
Activities . Family Fun
What’s Happening?
On October 5, 2020 by Calgary's Childby Trista Arney, Staff Writer
The leaves are beautiful and Calgary is having wonderfully warm weather, so it’s a great year to get out and experience fun Fall activities around the city!
Food
Healthy Lunch Ideas During COVID-19
On September 16, 2020 by Calgary's Childby Andrea Holwegner, Health Stand Nutritional Consulting Inc.
Finding healthy lunch ideas for kids isn’t always easy. As many parents and childcare providers are back to packing lunches for kids, this year during COVID-19 we have some additional challenges to contend with.
Health & Safety
How to Make Mandatory Masks Work for Your Family
On July 23, 2020 by Calgary's Childby Trista Arney
The City of Calgary has passed a temporary bylaw requiring the use of face coverings or non-medical masks for all people over the age of 2. How are we going to make this work?
Day Trips . Family Fun
Memories Worth Making in Stettler
On June 25, 2020 by Calgary's ChildIn a year of uncertainty, we’ve come to appreciate the time spent with close friends and family! Stettler is a short drive from Calgary (approximately two-and-a-half hours) that will take you back to a simpler way of life; a region full of treasures to experience with each other and make memories.
Health & Safety
Stage 2 is Here: What Does That Mean?
On June 18, 2020 by Calgary's ChildAlberta has officially entered Stage 2 of the provincial relaunch strategy. What does that mean for your family?
Celebrations & Holidays . Family Fun
Celebrating the End of the School Year
On June 18, 2020 by Calgary's Childby Trista Arney
Normally the last weeks of school would be full of fun wrap up opportunities – school concerts, sports day, themed days, and more! While it’s just one more thing that is different, it can feel disappointing and anti-climatic. Just because we’re finishing the year at home instead of with classmates doesn’t mean we can’t celebrate the end of the year!