Jill Footz, Author at Family Fun Edmonton

Behold! The Wonders of The Body Fantastic – If You Dare!

Jill Footz News & Reviews

It took about half a dozen visits to the TELUS World of Science Edmonton for me to convince my 4-year-old twin daughters to visit The Body Fantastic. There was just something about that giant face that greets you as you walk in the door ...Read More

Andy’s Playground – A Very Special Place

Jill Footz News & Reviews, Playgrounds

A playground is never just a playground. It’s a race course. A safe haven. An imagination factory. A confidence builder. A community builder. A playground is a wonderful place where kids (and grownups too) can just be kids. We are so fortunate to live ...Read More

New Urban Farm at the Edmonton Valley Zoo

Jill Footz Major Attractions, News & Reviews

Who knew pigs loved popcorn? Juliana piglets Hamlet and Ophelia, residents of the the Edmonton Valley Zoo’s new Urban Farm, certainly do – and they got their share of their favourite treat during a sneak peek of the Zoo’s spectacular new space. Kids were delighted ...Read More

Bruce Wells’ A Midsummer Night’s Dream

Jill Footz Past Events

“I can do that one!” my four-year-old daughter insists in a loud whisper. On stage, ballerinas are flying across the grand stage in graceful grand leaps. I look back at my daughter skeptically. “I think I would be one of the fairies” she continues ...Read More

The Magical World of CuriousCITY at TWOSE

Jill Footz Major Attractions, News & Reviews, Special Events

It’s jaw-dropping. The TELUS World of Science Edmonton has done it again. Their brand new children’s gallery, CuriousCITY, is a magical miniature world that kids will love, learn and get lost in. The gallery has been in the works for months and CEO Alan ...Read More

Make it at Michaels! 5 Reasons to Try Crafting In Store.

Jill Footz Arts and Crafts, Cheapies & Freebies, News & Reviews

I distinctly remember the first time I walked into a Michaels store for a craft session with my daughters. We entered the craft room and the aproned woman running the session looked up with doubt in her eyes. “How old are they?” was how ...Read More

Self Care is a Family Affair at One Hot Mama Salon and Spa

Jill Footz Local Businesses, News & Reviews

OK, Moms – I’ve got a quick question for you. How many of you are really good at self care? I mean, make it a true priority in your life? Hands up. Don’t be shy. Crickets. As moms, we so often put ourselves last. ...Read More

Review: The Magic of The Music Man Kids

Jill Footz News & Reviews

“How was the show?” My husband asked our four-year-old daughter, as she hopped out of the car. Her reply was a single word “Awesome”. He looked up at me and I nodded in agreement. “It really was a great show!” We had just come ...Read More

The Tegler Discovery Zone at the John Janzen Nature Centre

Jill Footz Indoor Play Grounds, Major Attractions, News & Reviews

“Here! You carry these ones, and I’ll get the rest!” my daughter ordered her twin sister, handing her an upside-down giant building brick stacked full of squishy foam acorns. She then scooped as many acorns as she could into her own shirt, and the ...Read More

Launch Intrigue at the SPACE Gallery at the TELUS World of Science

Jill Footz Major Attractions, Museums, News & Reviews

My 4-year-old daughter is currently obsessed with Pluto. She has a keen interest in space in general, but Pluto is getting the most attention right now – and is the subject of most of her space-related questions. How cold is Pluto? Why is it ...Read More

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