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Birthday Venues

- Birthday Venues
- January 20, 2016
Best Kids’ Birthday Party Spots in Calgary
While we love the notion of a party coming straight to our door, finding a neighbourhood spot that fits the bill is a true birthday treat for both mom and the kids.
- Birthday Venues
- May 1, 2015
19 Birthday Party Ideas in Calgary
We know how much creative juice it takes to plan winning birthday parties year after year, so here are our suggestions for a great celebration.
- Birthday Venues
- June 5, 2014
Sweet Birthday Parties at Crave Cupcakes in Calgary
Looking for luscious winter birthday party? Crave serves up sweet surprises in their new party room at the Aspen Landing location. Birthday parties led by hosts include games, a craft, loot bags and of course, the tastiest cupcakes in Calgary.
- Birthday Venues
- January 26, 2012
‘Reel’ Cool Parties
If your little star is a fan of the movies, why not put him or her centre stage and throw a movie theatre birthday party? Here's how to start.

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Restaurants

- Restaurants
- July 4, 2017
10 Awesome Places to Grab a Scoop in Calgary
Take your brood on an ice cream outing at one of these sweet shops. Who knows, maybe you’ll make it your mission to visit every single one before summer’s out. We won’t judge.
- Restaurants
- June 14, 2017
Need Healthy, Prepared Meals to Go? Check Out FitKitchen
With all the activity that comes with summer, moms deserve a vacation from cooking every now and again. Which is why I'm a fan of FitKitchen.
- Restaurants
- June 6, 2017
Social Eatery at TELUS Spark: A Fresh New Dining Space
Looking for a fresh, bright, fun place to dine in Calgary? TELUS Spark has revamped their food and beverage experience by bringing in Canadian celebrity chef Roger Mooking.
- Restaurants
- May 15, 2017
Great Pizza & Awesome Atmosphere at Double Zero in Chinook Centre
Double Zero is a happy, family-style restaurant inside Chinook Centre, where you'll find hearty portions of Italian-inspired eats.

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Attractions

- Attractions
- July 20, 2017
Where the Wild Things Are: 10 Top Spots for Wildlife Experiences Near Calgary
You don’t need to hop on a plane to embark on a wildlife adventure. Not when 587 species of mammals, birds and fish live in Alberta. Check out these prime spots for wildlife viewing close to Calgary.
- Attractions
- July 18, 2017
Land of Lemurs Opens at Calgary Zoo
This is not a drill: lemurs have arrived in Calgary. We admit, we haven’t been this pumped about lemurs since The Penguins of Madagascar. Here's why you should head to the Calgary Zoo soon.
- Attractions
- July 12, 2017
Just Opened: The Granary Road Experience
An exciting new family entertainment, dining and market experience has just arrived in Calgary. With a gourmet farmer’s market, delicious dining options and an incredible park all in one location, Granary Road is sure to impress.
- Attractions
- June 21, 2017
7 Day Trips From Calgary to Get Your Outdoor Fix this Summer
Remember how nuts it was in the mountains last summer? With the Canada 150 celebrations, you know it’s not going to be any less crowded. The good news is you can still get your family an outdoor fix with these easy day trips close to Calgary.

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Outdoor Play

- Outdoor Play
- August 9, 2017
8 Family Bike Paths in Calgary
Feel like you're spinning your wheels when it comes to figuring out which bike paths to explore this summer? Here are eight path options all around the city that are both family friendly, and filled with fun for the kids.
- Outdoor Play
- August 1, 2017
6 Cool Outdoor Pools in Calgary
This summer, let's make the most of long sunny days by languishing poolside, or more accurately for us moms, splashing about with our little swimmers. When the heat is on, cool down at the city's best outdoor pools.
- Outdoor Play
- July 6, 2017
6 Berry Delicious U-Pick Farms in Calgary
For a sweet family outing, give your wee ones a delicious farm-to-table experience at these u-pick berry farms in Calgary.
- Outdoor Play
- February 22, 2017
Calgary’s First Tube Park Opens
The city's first tube park has opened at WinSport. Families of all ages can now get a spine tingling rush at Acura Tube Park every day of the week.

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Indoor Play

- Indoor Play
- May 17, 2017
Give It Your Best Shot at Archery Games Calgary
Hide behind objects, try to hit the opposing team, and work up a sweat! It's like dodge-ball, but with foam-tipped arrows.
- Indoor Play
- March 15, 2017
Unleash Your Inner Ninja at Newly Opened Injanation
Only one of two facilities in North America, children and adults venture from zone to zone burning off energy and exercising. The icing on the cake is staff supervise each area, so if caregivers don't want to participate, kids are in good hands.
- Indoor Play
- October 24, 2016
14 Indoor Playgrounds and Play Places in Calgary
Our kids have got energy reserves we can only dream of. Some days, it seems they could run around for hours—hard to do in the middle of winter. Enter the indoor playground, otherwise know as our sanity saver when the kids need to burn off some serious stream.
- Indoor Play
- September 7, 2016
8 Calgary Moms to Follow On Instagram
Call us voyeurs, we’re drooling over the Instagram accounts of these Calgary moms and we bet you will, too.

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Events

- Events
- August 3, 2017
Family Festivals Happening in Calgary This August
The kids have already had a month of fun in the sun, and the clock is slowly winding us towards back-to-school season.
- Events
- June 29, 2017
Canada 150 Events in and Around Calgary
Canada’s 150th birthday is something to celebrate! We’ve sussed out the best family-friendly events to get your patriotism on in and around the city.
- Events
- June 28, 2017
Things To Do in Calgary in July
There are a bunch of things to do around Calgary this month, so we're rounding up a few of our favourite activities, festivals and, of course, Canada Day festivities.
- Events
- June 1, 2017
Calgary: The Savvy Guide to June
Here’s your guide to conquering June in Calgary and making it through this crazy month like a boss.

Shopping

- Shopping
- April 5, 2017
This Calgary Storage Company Will Pick Up and Deliver Your Stuff
This Calgary company will drop off storage boxes, pick them up same-day, store them securely, and deliver them to your door again.
- Shopping
- March 22, 2017
A Calgary Skin Care Clinic That Specializes in Pregnancy Issues
Pregnancy mask? Hyperpigmentation? Stretch marks? This Calgary skin care clinic specializes in the skin care needs of expectant and new mothers.
- Shopping
- January 25, 2017
A Valentine’s Date Night with Nanny, Chauffer, and Fine Dining
A multi-course dinner with fine wine, a chauffeur, and a nanny at home looking after the kids? It's not a pipe dream. It's a reality thanks to a new offering from this Alberta resort.
- Shopping
- January 12, 2017
Where to Find Perfect-Fitting Swimsuits
Isn't it crazy how it's only mid-May and it feels like summer here in Calgary? All the gorgeous weather we're having means swimsuit season is coming early this year.

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Camps

- Camps
- March 7, 2017
The Best Calgary Summer Day Camps
From the arts to science, dance to martial arts, there's something here to suit every kid. Read on to see our picks for the best day camps in and around Calgary this summer.
- Camps
- March 24, 2016
The Best Calgary Summer Day Camps
From the arts to science, dance to martial arts, there's something here to suit every kid. Read on to see our picks for the best day camps in and around Calgary this summer.
- Camps
- May 19, 2015
9 Fun Day Camps in Calgary
When it comes to summer, kids are kicking the door down to run out and play. These Calgary camps will have them stretching their muscles in new ways, and keep you from dashing around to find something to keep them busy.
- Camps
- April 26, 2013
12 Best Summer Camps in Calgary
With the end of school fast approaching, finding the right summer camps has become the next Mommy quest. Here are our top 12 choices.

Classes

- Classes
- August 11, 2017
DIY Craft Studio Pinnovate Opens in Calgary
The opening of Pinnovate, Calgary’s first DIY craft studio is THE place for kids and adults to get creative.
- Classes
- January 11, 2017
Victoria Park CrossFit's Mama and Tykes Program
Victoria Park CrossFit has developed a Mom & Tykes Program. This tailored 8-week session is a stepping stone to joining their regular group classes and addresses pelvic floor, core stability and mobility issues caused by motherhood.
- Classes
- July 13, 2016
Barre Body Studio Mommy and Me Classes
Taught abs, tight buns, a graceful demeanor—what's not to envy about ballet dancers? Fortunately, barre classes have swept the city and provide much of the fitness benefits in bite-size hour long classes.
- Classes
- April 21, 2016
Junction 9 Prenatal Pilates and Yoga Classes
As much as we love our babies, we don't love all the stress they put on our bodies, especially during pregnancy.

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Active

- Active
- August 18, 2016
How to Find Ultimate Relaxation in Calgary
You know that loose-limbed, blissed-out feeling that comes after an Epsom salt bath? A good soak means a clear mind and a happy body.
- Active
- March 14, 2016
Forest Play
We all know the benefits of spending time outdoors in nature, but getting our kids unstructured time in green spaces is harder than it sounds. Enter Nature's Tracks Forest Play, a Canmore-based program that fosters a love of the great outdoors for pre-school and elementary aged children.
- Active
- January 8, 2015
Work It Out
We won't let lack of childcare derail our fitness goals for the year. Check out our favourite Calgary fitness facilities that offer on-site babysitting, not to mention great motivation.
- Active
- January 5, 2015
14 Gyms with Childcare Services
We won't let lack of childcare derail our fitness goals for the year. Check out our favourite Calgary fitness facilities that offer on-site babysitting, not to mention great motivation. Say goodbye elasticized waists and hello to Lycra!

Sports

- Sports
- November 1, 2015
6 Super Ski Schools in Calgary
People fly in from all over the world to enjoy the mountains that we have at our doorsteps. So before the weather outside turns frightful, we're signing our kids up for lessons at these fantastic ski resorts and Nordic facilities close to Calgary. Here's what you need to know about each one.
- Sports
- August 19, 2015
6 Serious Sports Clubs for Kids in Calgary
Keeping them physically active while learning high-end skills is a great way to introduce your smallest athletes to sports and inspire older kids to go for the gold. Club sports include and encourage parent involvement, which makes for a great opportunity to connect as a family. Here are some clubs to explore.

Child Care

- Child Care
- February 18, 2016
How to Find a Family Doctor in Calgary
Finding a family doctor in Cowtown may seem as impossible as taming a tyrant toddler tantrum in the middle of a grocery store. But thanks to a city that's ever -expanding, it's actually not as hard as you might think. With a little strategic planning, and our round-up of personal tips and research, you can rest easy knowing that you've got a good doc on your roster. Here is how to get started.
- Child Care
- December 3, 2004
How to Make Life Easier for Yourself During the Holidays
The greatest gift we could receive this year would be time. Since the season is carrying on regardless, we thought we'd gift you some super suggestions on how to save it. These holiday helpers will get you through the holidays with ease and grace.

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