PartySavvy: Circus Party
Circus Birthday Party
First published 2012.01.28 | Canada | Birthday Parties
Come one, come all to the greatest birthday party on earth! The circus is coming to your house because what better way to celebrate your little clowns, who love to be in the centre ring and are...read more

Perfect Party Plan
Indoor Birthday Parties
First published 2012.01.26 | Toronto | Out & About
Winter birthday parties are tough. It’s too cold to play outside, but you have no intention of letting 10 unruly tikes loose in your home with chocolate cake fingers. Here are three local...read more

A Royal Party
Princess Parties in Ottawa
First published 2012.01.26 | Ottawa | Family Life
There comes a time in a girl’s life when her fantasies focus on ball gowns, glass slippers and improbably long hair. You may want to roll your eyes—but that time is somewhere between the ages of...read more

‘Reel’ Cool Parties
Throw a Movie Theatre Birthday Party
First published 2012.01.26 | Calgary | Family Life
The 84th Annual Academy Awards are coming up on February 26. If your little star-in-training has a birthday this Oscar-month, celebrate ‘film fest’ style at the movies. The Plaza Theatre is an...read more

Climbing the Walls
Indoor Rock Climbing for Kids
First published 2012.01.19 | Vancouver | Family Life
Winters in Vancouver are known for setting rainfall records. Add this year’s La Nina to the picture, and you’ll find even the most ardent outdoor enthusiasts are looking for respite from their...read more

PartySavvy: A Holiday Party Kids Will Love
Holiday Birthday Party
First published 2011.11.26 | Canada | PlaySavvy
For all the moms out there who need to plan a birthday party this month (we feel your pain), for those who are hosting a class party or those who just want to celebrate the holiday season, we have...read more

Boo to You
Halloween Birthday Party Ideas
First published 2011.10.22 | Canada | Birthday Parties
What’s black and orange and so much fun it’s scary? You guessed it: Halloween. We love this bewitching season so much, it makes us want to throw a party—even if it’s not our birthday. Get...read more

PartySavvy: Be Heroic
Superhero Party Ideas
First published 2011.09.24 | Canada | Birthday Parties
Looking for a hero to come and rescue you from birthday party planning? We know the feeling, so we put together a guide that will thrill your own pint-sized hero to infinity and beyond. Get inspired...read more

PartySavvy: Be Heroic
Superhero Party Ideas
First published 2011.09.24 | Canada | Birthday Parties
Looking for a hero to come and rescue you from birthday party planning? We know the feeling, so we put together a guide that will thrill your own pint-sized hero to infinity and beyond. Get inspired...read more

PartySavvy: Luau Now
Hawaiian Luau Ideas
First published 2011.08.27 | Canada | Birthday Parties
Let’s not dwell on the season’s end. Instead, let’s celebrate it wholeheartedly with a tropical party that stretches out your summer days a little bit longer. In fact, you can throw a Hawaiian Luau...read more

PartySavvy: The Perfect Picnic Party
Picnic Party Ideas
First published 2011.07.23 | Canada | Birthday Parties
Who doesn’t love a picnic on a sunny summer day? Moms love them because everything is made ahead. Kids love them because they have more freedom at meal time to run and play (read: no chairs, no...read more

PartySavvy: Oh, Canada Day
Canada Day Party Ideas
First published 2011.06.25 | Canada | Birthday Parties
There is oh so much to celebrate about our home and native land, and we think it’s important to share our national pride with the kids. Paint the town red—and white—and celebrate next weekend...read more

PartySavvy: Splash Out
Splash Birthday Party Ideas
First published 2011.05.28 | Canada | Birthday Parties
Pull out your summer whites and get ready to celebrate, because the summer is officially here. This month’s PartySavvy is all about splashing out with water—the perfect theme for summer fun in the...read more

PartySavvy: A Celebration of Spring
Spring Birthday Party Ideas
First published 2011.04.30 | Canada | Birthday Parties
It’s party time! We’re celebrating spring with the launch of our newest SavvyMom edition, PartySavvy. It’s a guide, it’s a plan and it’s a recipe for party success—because we love (and obsess about)...read more

Circus Games for a Backyard Big Top
5 Fun Party Games
First published 2011.04.08 | Canada | PlaySavvy
By Elizabeth Wells for Your Family Today Ladies and gentlemen, and kids of all ages: Welcome to the greatest show on Earth. OK, maybe not the greatest show on Earth but definitely a very good time,...read more

Spring into Party Games!
These outdoor party games and activities are sure to have kids springing to their feet.
First published 2011.03.22 | Canada | Green Living
Spring is a reason for celebration on its own—and we love getting the kids outdoors to enjoy the sunshine and fun that comes with this light-hearted season. These activities are great for spring...read more

Your Birthday Best
Birthday Party Ideas
First published 2011.03.17 | Toronto | Birthday Parties
Birthday bashes for preschoolers shouldn’t require a professional party planner (except in our wildest fantasies, of course). You can still celebrate in style and originality with these Toronto...read more

Tikes and Strikes
Cosmic Bowling
First published 2011.03.17 | Vancouver | Family Life
Some might equate bowling with bad footwear, but we enjoy it because it brings together families and friends of all ages for some (indoor) active fun. We also groove to the new concept of...read more

Planting Pretty
Gardening for Kids
First published 2011.03.10 | Vancouver | Green Living
Sick of the snow and ready to grow? Find inspiration for you and your budding gardener at local spots that cater to the kiddie crowd.  Families can have a fun night out at Gardenworks in Burnaby,...read more

Party Perfect
Kids’ Birthday Party Ideas
First published 2011.02.17 | Victoria | Family Life
With every year comes the glorious mom challenge of creating a birthday party that’s different than the last. Fortunately for us Victorians, there are some awesome venues and services to help make...read more