Family activities

The Canadian Women’s Foundation reports that 56 per cent of children struggle with low confidence and self-esteem. (Ambermb - Pixabay/Special to The News)

Free Maple Ridge courses look to improve confidence issues in children

The Family Education & Support Centre’s first camp starts Monday

 

The last Family Day celebration in Pitt Meadows happened back in 2020 and drew approximately 2,000 attendees of all ages. (City of Pitt Meadows/Special to The News)

Family Day happenings in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows

Both communities will be hosting a variety of free or discounted activities on Feb. 20

 

Hundreds of families flocked to the Maple Ridge public library on Saturday to see the 19 different local exhibitors at the Winter Fun Fair. (Brandon Tucker/The News)

PHOTOS: Dozens of exhibitors and hundreds of visitors attend Maple Ridge library fair

Literacy takes on whole new meaning at Saturday’s Winter Fun Fair

 

Following stops in Central Alberta Dec. 7 to 13, the CP Holiday Train crosses into British Columbia, on its way to the year’s final show in Port Coquitlam on Dec. 18. Canadian Pacific photo

Mark your calendar: CP Holiday Train heads west to Alberta and B.C.

Following virtual concerts for the last two years, the CP Holiday Train…

Following stops in Central Alberta Dec. 7 to 13, the CP Holiday Train crosses into British Columbia, on its way to the year’s final show in Port Coquitlam on Dec. 18. Canadian Pacific photo
12795 227A St. in Maple Ridge, otherwise known as Alouette Cemetery, makes a yearly display for Halloween and gathers donations for Katie’s Place animal shelter. (Brandon Tucker/The News)

Must-see Halloween displays in Maple Ridge and Pitt Meadows

From delightful to deranged, these are the must-see homes this spooky season

12795 227A St. in Maple Ridge, otherwise known as Alouette Cemetery, makes a yearly display for Halloween and gathers donations for Katie’s Place animal shelter. (Brandon Tucker/The News)
Museum assistant Keagan Nagy says that the number of take-home craft kits made for Museum Sundays varies, but they rarely run out of craft kits by closing on Sunday. (Pitt Meadows Museum/The News)

Spooky crafts available all month at Pitt Meadows Museum

Each Sunday will feature a different Halloween-themed take-home craft kit

Museum assistant Keagan Nagy says that the number of take-home craft kits made for Museum Sundays varies, but they rarely run out of craft kits by closing on Sunday. (Pitt Meadows Museum/The News)
Bruce Kleeberger (centre) is an instructor for HUB Surrey/White Rock and was one of the organizers for the family ride event on Oct. 1, 2022. (Brandon Tucker/The News)

HUB cyclists gather in Pitt Meadows for free family ride event

20 riders took the 12 km journey from Waterfront Commons Park to Pitt River Bridge

Bruce Kleeberger (centre) is an instructor for HUB Surrey/White Rock and was one of the organizers for the family ride event on Oct. 1, 2022. (Brandon Tucker/The News)
The Porter family are flying around the world in a single-engine aircraft and aim to raise $1 million for SOS Children’s Villages. Left to right: Michelle Porter, Christopher Porter, Sydney Porter, Samantha Porter, Ian Porter. (Courtesy of Ian Porter)

B.C. family of 5 set to fly around the world over the next year – and raise $1M for charity

The Porters plan to take 14 months to see 50-plus countries and support SOS Children’s Villages

The Porter family are flying around the world in a single-engine aircraft and aim to raise $1 million for SOS Children’s Villages. Left to right: Michelle Porter, Christopher Porter, Sydney Porter, Samantha Porter, Ian Porter. (Courtesy of Ian Porter)
Lumagica makes its Canadian debut at Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey, BC from Dec. 3 to 30 (excluding Dec. 25). Visit daily from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.

Experience this enchanted forest come to life this holiday season

In the darkness of winter, especially around the holidays, colourful lights transform…

  • Nov 22, 2021
Lumagica makes its Canadian debut at Cloverdale Fairgrounds in Surrey, BC from Dec. 3 to 30 (excluding Dec. 25). Visit daily from 4:00 p.m. to 10:00 p.m.
(Metro Creative photo)

Youth summer fishing challenge: Go fishing, take a photo, then enter to win!

Freshwater Fisheries Society of BC’s contest returns this summer

(Metro Creative photo)
B.C.’s Family Fishing Weekend is coming up June 18 to 20.

BC’s Family Fishing Weekend returns June 18 to 20

Get ready with a free Family Fishing Webinar Series June 12

B.C.’s Family Fishing Weekend is coming up June 18 to 20.
Nick Warmerdam and his dog Diesel are inviting locals to check out the Lakeland Farm U-pick Flower Farm this spring. (Ben Lypka/Abbotsford News)

WATCH: Abbotsford’s Lakeland Flowers opens for spring

Tulip farm attraction opened on April 14, open to the public daily seven days a week

Nick Warmerdam and his dog Diesel are inviting locals to check out the Lakeland Farm U-pick Flower Farm this spring. (Ben Lypka/Abbotsford News)
Barbara, left, and Marissa Barnartt pose for a photo outside their condo building in Thornhill, Ont. on Wednesday, February 10, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young

COVID-19 brings some families closer together, as bonds strengthen in times of crisis

‘I didn’t realize how much all these people meant to me’

Barbara, left, and Marissa Barnartt pose for a photo outside their condo building in Thornhill, Ont. on Wednesday, February 10, 2021. THE CANADIAN PRESS/Chris Young
Can you spot all 12 Days of Christmas displays at the Butchart Gardens? Jen Blyth photo.

The magic of Christmas returns to the Butchart Gardens

Annual display opens Nov. 27; timed ticket reservations available now

Can you spot all 12 Days of Christmas displays at the Butchart Gardens? Jen Blyth photo.
Black Press Media’s Baneet Braich and Leaha Hammond take a staycation to Tofino, B.C.

Road trip! West Coast Travellers show you the ultimate Tofino experience in 72 hours.

Beaches, helicopters, good eats as Black Press Media’s Baneet Braich and Leaha Hammond explore Tofino.

Black Press Media’s Baneet Braich and Leaha Hammond take a staycation to Tofino, B.C.
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Make your RV adventure this Ezy!

Rent an RV and adventure away.

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Sweeping landscapes like Dune Za Keyih Provincial Park beckon visitors to BC’s northern reaches. Taylor Burk photo.

Experience BC’s Northern Wild, Nature on a Whole New Scale

Discover glacial valleys, soaring mountain peaks and wildlife parks in BC’s northern reaches

  • Jul 6, 2020
Sweeping landscapes like Dune Za Keyih Provincial Park beckon visitors to BC’s northern reaches. Taylor Burk photo.
6 supports for young families in isolation, and after

6 supports for young families in isolation, and after

Facebook bedtime stories, crafts, recipes, and other creative ideas for kids and their caregivers

  • May 18, 2020
6 supports for young families in isolation, and after
Craft your own Vancouver Experience – for less!

Craft your own Vancouver Experience – for less!

Combine and save as much as 35% on tickets to 21 top visitor attractions in Vancouver

  • Mar 9, 2020
Craft your own Vancouver Experience – for less!
Will Stroet will be performing with the Kanaka Creek Elementary KC Kid’s Choir in an upcoming performance at the ACT. (Contributed)

Maple Ridge children’s choir to sing with JUNO nominated artist Will Stroet

Concert Mar. 18 at the ACT Arts Centre in Maple Ridge

Will Stroet will be performing with the Kanaka Creek Elementary KC Kid’s Choir in an upcoming performance at the ACT. (Contributed)
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