What to look for when adding a new furry, scaled or feathered family member By Janet Whitman Thinking of adding a pet to your family? It pays to do some […]
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So much to celebrate
Local families observe their culture: A look at Diwali, Hanukkah and Kwanzaa By Ameeta Vohra Holiday season is in full swing. For many families, Christmas isn’t the only celebration. With […]
advice for young athletes, and parents
Sprint kayaker Alexa Irvin says if you make sports enjoyable, kids will stay involved By Janet Whitman Photography by Bruce Murray/VisionFire Alexa Irvin was just as nervous at the start […]
For the fun of it
The importance of fostering a safe and enjoyable environment for competitive sports By Ameeta Vohra Whether it’s on turf, a field, a baseball diamond or in a pool, sport plays […]
It’s a pandemic and I’ll party if I want to (safely, of course)
Families find a new normal in all routines, including birthdays By Lindsey BuninPhotos by Bruce Murray/VisionFire Blowing out the candles atop the cake is just one of many birthday party […]
Little Dippers
Fun finger foods for your spring festivities Recipes by Chef Andrew FarrellPhotos by Bruce Murray/VisionFire Easter is perhaps the sweetest holiday of the year but too many chocolate bunnies, mini […]
Arts incubator
With a rich history and a welcoming environment, the Maritime Conservatory of Performing Arts inspires emerging talents By Janet Whitman and Dorothy GrantPhotography by Bruce Murray/VisionFire Janet Bradbury, like many, […]
Seeing Orange
The power in the message that Every Child Matters By Ameeta Vohra On Sept. 30, there will be a sea of orange at schools within Halifax Regional Municipality and Nova […]
Into the wild
A great family camping experience is more about the right attitude than the right gear—what you need to know before you pitch the tent By Darrell Roberts Karly Wurnig has […]
March Break or Bust!
With pandemic travel precautions, families are rediscovering the joys of at-home vacations By Janet Whitman After almost a year of home-schooling stints, physical-distancing, mask-wearing, bubbling, and other on-and-off measures to […]