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PC The Decadent Chocolate Chip Cookie Vanilla Ice Cream Sandwiches
This week’s pick is a perfect way to end your Father’s Day feast, and can be summarized in one bite-sized word: yum.
Ignorance is Bliss
(Week Two of Daddyhood) I begin by admitting that ‘SavvyDad’ is a premature title, but I will strive to earn…
Photography 101
It’s easier than you think to take professional quality photos. Factors like light, camera settings and filters play a big part, and we’ve got six handy tips that demystify the process for you. Follow our guide and you’ll be snapping quality pics in no time.
Cyber Sanity Savers
In a world where all we really want to do is cross things off the list, we’re bringing you three new online services.
Dad’s Dreamy Day
Planning the perfect Father’s Day picnic? Here are some of our favourite spots around Ottawa for the occasion.
For the Birds
Get the kids all a-flutter about nature this summer at the Pacific Northwest Raptor Centre as they learn about birds of prey.
Alice in Camp Land
What’s not to love about camping? This is why Alice Lake is our top spot for a relatively carefree family trip.
Saying Thank You
It’s time to show your appreciation properly with a thoughtful gift for the person who inspired your little prodigy in their journey of discovery (whilst keeping the Kleenex box handy all at once).
Organic Lies
Everyone at SavvyHQ was appalled by last week’s story of the mom who runs a ‘healthy and green’ childcare food…
9 Summer Reads
Sit back and relax with these 9 summer reads just for mom.
Frittatas for All Occasions
As an event planner, I’m often asked what kind of foods to make in advance for easy serving at parties.…
Making Turnovers
When making turnovers, one of the biggest decisions we need to make is what kind of pastry to use. Homemade…
Boomwhackers 8 Note Diatonic Set
While we usually discourage our kids from whacking things, this week’s pick will have you changing your tune.
20 Gifts for Dad
Surprise dad with one of these unique Father’s Day gifts.
High Flying Fun
Ever dream of joining the circus? Well, now you and your little one can by taking a brand-new class at the Vancouver Circus School.
Bell Ringers
Need to educate yourself in the fine art of the teacher gift? These locally-available suggestions should earn you some extra credit, alone or as a group, with added marks for creativity.
Dig It
Plant the gardening seed in your child’s imagination this summer by introducing them to the magic of nature in their own backyard or community plot.
Teacher’s Pet
Choosing a great gift might take a bit of extra detective work, but when it comes to our kids’ teachers, we think they’re worth it.
Is No Gender a Gender?
It’s a boy! It’s a girl! Rarely do you hear: We’re not telling. There has been a lot of discussion…