It was a very special time when I had the chance to visit the soldiers cemetery in Ypres, Belgium. Once there, I found out that it is the largest cemetery for commonwealth soldiers in the world. We were in search of Allison’s great grandfather place of rest who was fighting for Scotland at the time. On this special day we …
Day 8 of 365 Things to do in Burlington – All Hallows Eve on Seneca Ave!
All Hallows Eve…..Hallowe’en……Halloween! Trick or Treat! Today is the day kids dress up as fairies, goblins and superheroes and run from home to home filling their bags with Treats. What has been lost on this day over the years is the Trick part of the evening. Some households actually spend some time decorating their own houses and even dress up …
Day 7 of 365 Things to do in Burlington – Chapters/Starbucks
A visit to Chapters/Starbucks is always a Saturday morning staple for the Kavanagh family. However, today was a little more special. The staff at Chapters has set up a craft corner for the kids which really made Hartley’s day! If you are looking for something festive to do with your young ones, head to Chapters in Burlington on Fairview street …
Day 6 of 365 Things to do in Burlington – SPOOKTACULAR Halloween!
Halloween is always full of fun for the family and Burlington has done a great job creating a ton of options to get you in the spirit! So, I can’t limit this day to only one thing to do in Burlington. Rather, we will celebrate all of the great things you can do with your family! Celebrate Halloween in Downtown …
Day 5 of 365 Things to do in Burlington
Allison and I stopped in at the Nines Brick Bar just to see if it was any different than other sport bar type restaurants in Burlington. We were pleasantly surprised as the experience exceeded the expectations. The burgers and wings will rival any restaurant in the area. We didn’t have the pizza, but we’ll save that for the next time. …
Day 4 of 365 Things to do in Burlington
The family just spend a wonderful Sunday morning at this great farm and I just had to share the experience with you as one of the 365 Things to do in Burlington. Although the farm is technically not in Burlington, it is a short trip for Burlingtonians to travel for a great family day. The Harvest Festival at Springridge farm …
Day 2 of 365 Things to do in Burlington
The Bruce Trail! When you are looking for outdoor family fun, look no further than the Bruce Trail. The Niagara Escarpment is a tremendous natural treasure in southern Ontario and the Bruce Trail is a great way to explore it with your family. Time to put down your cellphones, iPads and DS3s and get out and enjoy all the natural …
Day 1 of 365 Things to do in Burlington
The ‘Gift of Giving Back’ Food Drive The Burlington Eagles Hockey Club Novice AAA Team is asking everyone for their support for this year’s food drive. Every year the Burlington Eagles Hockey Club raise thousands of pounds of food for families in need right here in Burlington! Every year that need gets bigger so we are asking for your help. …