Charity Quick



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Charity Burpee Quick can usually be found making coffee, reading by the fireplace, or wishing for a grand adventure. She loves to travel, write stories, and take pictures, especially when she can persuade her teenagers to come and play. Charity lives in Calgary with her husband and 3 kids, who sometimes decide they’re too old for Mom’s schemes and plans, but can usually be convinced to join the fun. When she’s not writing for Family Fun, Charity can be found at the public library, figure skating at the local rink, or playing with her piano.

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Come Visit Rosebud Theatre With Us: The Sound of Music is a Family Classic

Posted on: June 21, 2023

Where can you enjoy dinner and a show for the whole family, without the stress of fighting traffic, paying for parking, and rushing to make the opening curtain? A visit to Rosebud Theatre comes with a beautiful drive through the rolling prairies. It also brings you all the benefits of
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Calgary Comic Expo Visit: Something for Everyone

Posted on: May 1, 2023

April 2023 “Oh, they’re selling vintage comic books!” “Well, this is the Calgary Comic Expo,” said my friend dryly. There are many things I’ve never done, and they include watching Star Wars, playing Pokemon, and visiting the Calgary Comic Expo. But this year, an out-of-town friend was visiting and her
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A Magical Winter’s Evening: A Visit to University District’s Central Commons Park

Posted on: February 6, 2023

What do you do when the temperature creeps above zero on a Saturday and there’s a new skating rink in town? Well, you grab your daughter and your niece and (finally!) head down to the University District to check out this cool new park that everyone is talking about! Being
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The Settlement at Heritage Park is a Window to the Past

Posted on: August 18, 2022

Tucked into a corner of Heritage Park, away from the bustle of the midway and the busy shops, you’ll find the Settlement. Long before the settlers came west, the First Nations people lived on the plains. Then came the voyageurs and the fur traders, and before long, the pioneers came
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Heritage Park: A Tasty, Treat-Filled Journey

Posted on: July 26, 2022

Summer 2022: Also known as the season of eating our way around Heritage Park. Quick! What’s the fastest way to get your kids interested in a family outing? The most fool-proof way to ensure a fun day? Whether you have toddlers or teens, a well-timed treat goes a long way. We
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Solstice Berry Farm is Now CLOSED; Six Tips to Pick Some Delicious Summer Fun at the Solstice Berry Farm

Posted on: June 23, 2022

2024: Solstice Berry Farm is now permanently closed. August 2019 Warm weather, blue skies, and an August long weekend. It was the perfect recipe for saskatoon picking at Solstice Berry Farm. I love those delicious Western berries, either to snack on or to make into pies, so it was time
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Heritage Park Prospect Ridge and the Coal Town Road

Posted on: June 10, 2022

What iconic Calgary attraction has provided families with time-travelling entertainment for nearly 60 years? Heritage Park, of course! We are rediscovering the park this summer, checking out the newest exhibits, such as Prospect Ridge and a new Veterinary Practice at the Nanton Livery Stable. We plan on relaxing over picnic lunches
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Thrilling, Exciting, and the Complete Experience: Our Visit to the Royal Canadian International Circus

Posted on: May 31, 2022

Royal Canadian International Circus: May 2022 “Popcorn! Get your popcorn!” hollered the vendor. Excited chatter rose above the music’s thump as people streamed through the doors. We could smell the hot dogs and doughnuts, tantalizing us. The sights and sounds under the big top quickly ushered us into the exceptional
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Stars on Ice 2022: For Fun, For Laughter, For a Night to Celebrate Skating!

Posted on: May 2, 2022

Stars on Ice 2022 only had one show in Calgary it’s back (with Kurt Browning’s last tour!) on May 14, 2023. May 20, 2022 Blades flashing, snow flying, and huge smiles on everyone’s faces — this was the 2022 Stars on Ice! The music was upbeat, the skaters were energetic,
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Can You Escape? Featuring the Escape Hour Plus 12 Other Escape Rooms in Calgary

Posted on: January 19, 2022

The room dims and the lock clicks shut. There’s a moment of silence. Now what? Escape rooms have become a popular activity for families, youth groups, and even business colleagues. It’s a simple concept: allow yourself to be locked in a themed room, and solve the riddles inside to undo
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