We can probably all agree on one thing – winter months are EXPENSIVE! With the holidays, winter clothing, heating the house… and on and on, it feels like a breath of fresh air to find activities for the kids that won’t break the bank. When looking for something to do
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My daughter’s Excel instructor taught her the following spell: on the night before a storm,  wear your pyjamas backward, flush ice cubes down the toilet, and sleep with a spoon under your pillow. If it works, you’ll get a day off school!  But – when the snow day finally arrives, what
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Are you looking for the best places to go sledding in HRM? Look no further! Here’s our list of the top 10 best hills, plus a fabulous map that can show you all of the recommended sledding and tobogganing hills in the greater Halifax region. 1. Citadel Hill Citadel Hill
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Nova Scotia has some amazing opportunities for winter sports, including several options for fun family skiing. How about a warm apres-ski drink at Wentworth, Pizza night at Ben Eoin, or an off-grid weekend in a rustic chalet at Ski Tuonela? In our Ultimate Guide to the best Nova Scotia ski hills,
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The local Dolly Porton Fan Club is meeting for their annual Holiday party. Join Dolly’s biggest fans as they pay tribute with a lively dinner theatre play to their icon with some of her most recognizable songs of the season. Holly Dolly Christmas Date: November 18, 2023 – January 13,
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Christmas has passed and you are now in holiday limbo. You’re trying your best to make memories with your family that will last a lifetime, but you’re also exhausted, full of cheese and tired of cleaning. That is why we have put together a list of things to fight Christmas
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This year, Halifax’s main event will be held at the Emera Oval! Bring the whole clan for a New Year’s Eve skate, listen to amazing Halifax entertainment and watch the fireworks. There is a skate for children at 7:00 pm, and fireworks display at 9 p.m. for families with young
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Happy New Year, Halifax! Check out our list of family-friendly New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day Events in Halifax including family-friendly concerts, fireworks and levees. New Year’s Eve at the Halifax Oval Halifax’s big New Year’s Eve event is at The Halifax Oval this year. Enjoy a family skate,
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Are you looking to shake things up this Christmas Eve and start some new traditions? Whether you want to get out of the house for a bit of adventure or find something uniquely festive to do, we’ve got you covered. Check out these wonderful events happening around town that are
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The Emera Oval is opening just in time for the holidays and from December 23-26th, you are invited to for a holiday skate. Santa and the Grinch are scheduled to be there on the 23rd from 11:30am – 1:00pm! Be sure to keep an eye on the website for skate
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