Visiting Santa Claus during the holiday season is a rite of passage for many children. It’s even more fun when you can combine it with a delicious breakfast for the whole family! No more trying to entertain children in long lines, only to find your child isn’t even sure they
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If you drive a short distance south of Calgary, through picturesque, rolling foothills, you’ll soon find Granary Road. Families love it for the epic Active Learning Park, home to cool themed exhibits and interactive experiences. The Yesteryear Mini Golf offers timeless fun, and families will love the new Indoor Discovery
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When the name of the store is an actual date on the calendar, it means time to give stuff away for FREE! You can get a free small Slurpee® at 7-Eleven on July 11 (7-Eleven Day!) or November 7 (REVERSE 7-11 Day). It’s while supplies last, of course. Check with
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The Painted Fish Theatre Company presents plays and musicals that are family-friendly and offer messages of encouragement and hope. The Painted Fish Performing Arts Society is run completely by volunteers, and they encourage families to participate. They generally present one show a year and a Medieval Feast in the fall.
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Get ready to indulge in the mouthwatering flavours of Cochrane at the Taste Of Cochrane, where local culinary delights await you! On October 18, 2025, stop at participating restaurants between 11 AM and 4 PM to sample something special from their menu. Taste of Cochrane: Date: October 18, 2025 Time:
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They don’t make things like they used to – unless you are talking about Pie Junkie Bakery and Cafe’s sweet and savoury pies. Using family recipes spanning four generations and pairing her British father’s pastry skills and Italian mother’s culinary genius, Nancy, the owner, launched Pie Junkie to share her family’s
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There’s something iconic about a candy store. It’s a child’s wonderland, with sugary sweet delights that are often colourful and always delicious. Even adults can’t always resist the lure of the candy store, especially when they find nostalgic sweets that bring back those happy, carefree days of childhood. Sure, you
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Eating out is one of life’s pleasures, but when you’ve got extra mouths to feed, restaurant meals can get very expensive, very quickly. Thankfully, some restaurants in town offer deals for kids on certain days! As a rule, enjoying a free kid’s meal requires the purchase of an adult meal.
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Are you a classic vanilla or a decadent chocolate peanut butter? Maybe you’re an exotic rosemary rhubarb sorbet. Whatever you choose, who doesn’t love a good ice cream cone on a hot day? Sweet and creamy, cool and refreshing, going for ice cream can be the crowning touch on a family
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Most Sundays, Safari Lodge, at the Wilder Institute/Calgary Zoo, hosts a unique brunch experience. You and your fellow safari explorers can enjoy gourmet and comfort breakfast foods, including a free-flowing chocolate fountain with fresh fruit, eggs benedict with Canadian bacon, fresh salads, a Belgian waffle bar, daily chef’s specials and
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