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where are they now: live for tomorrow
Filed Under Going Green, Stuff | July 22, 2009
At the end of last summer we discovered Live for Tomorrow’s local line of laundry products cunningly packaged in reusable glass dairy bottles. And now they’ve expanded their green cleaning oeuvre.
where are they now: babyeats
Filed Under Places | July 21, 2009
When Babyeats launched last summer we were intrigued by the new concept combining a large play area with a small café serving local and organic food. Owner and mama-of-two, Rachel Dempster, has re-imagined things a little and now Babyeats is all grown up and has been rebranded as Munch, the Family Restaurant. Along with the new name comes a new menu, and it’s delicious and very grown up except for the kid-friendly options (of course!). And they’re licensed now too.
where are they now: little humbugs
Filed Under Going Green, Stuff | July 20, 2009
We’re taking a little break this week but we didn’t want to leave you without your yoyos, so we’ll be looking back at products and places we’ve previously discovered to see what they’ve been up to since we first covered them.
iddy biddy bits
Filed Under Going Green, Stuff | July 17, 2009
“Never doubt that a small group of thoughtful committed citizens can change the world. Indeed, it is the only thing that ever has.” ~ Margaret Mead Well, what about a group of small committed citizens? These days it’s becoming as important to teach our kids about environmental sustainability as it is to teach them their [...]
what to do, what to do?
Filed Under Events | July 16, 2009
It’s another fun-filled weekend and this Saturday is Canada’s Parks Day so be sure to check their site to discover what’s happening at a park near you – there’ll be everything from pancake breakfasts to BBQs to activities.
stocking your pregnancy library
Filed Under Pregnancy and Birthing, Stuff | July 16, 2009
Being pregnant is all about research. Figuring out what’s happening inside your body, what you’ll need for baby and whether or not those twinges you’re feeling are Braxton Hicks contractions or the real deal. We found the following books essential through pregnancy, breastfeeding and beyond – and we love that two of them are from Canadian authors.
simple summer pleasures
Filed Under Tips & Tricks | July 15, 2009
No matter how lazy or hazy the days of summer, you still need to keep your tots entertained so here are some easy, fun seasonal ideas for things to do making use of lemons, berries and rocks.
imagination, celebration & inspiration
Filed Under Stuff | July 14, 2009
Summer learning loss – the need for kids to keep reading during the summer to help prevent a loss of their math and readings skills – has been in the news of late. And while keeping your toddler on top of their math skills may not be a huge priority for you, keeping them busy during the warm, slower days of summer probably is.
hip flip
Filed Under Stuff | July 13, 2009
While we’re enamoured of technology, we like the kind of gadget that magically just works the minute you get it, no fuss, no muss. Which is just one reason we’re fans of Flip’s Video Camcorders. Yup, we’ve…well, flipped for our Flip.
the sound of music
Filed Under Events | July 10, 2009
This summer Vancouver’s alive with free, family-friendly music and entertainment that we think offers a perfect opportunity to pack a picnic, hang out en famille and maybe even shake your groove thing:
