Things To Do

Spring Break in the Fraser Valley

Saturday, March 12th, 2011

With spring break nearly upon us, and the kidlets nearly out of school, the Fraser Valley is a wonderful place to be with all of the activities and day camps it has to offer. If you are struggling with what to do to keep your family busy in the next few weeks, don’t fret! The Fraser Valley Pulse has you covered this month with 5 Great Spring Break Activities for the whole family!

1.Gold Fever Day Camps – Fort Langley

Do you ever wonder what it might have been like to be a prospector in the 1858 Fraser Gold Rush? Now’s your chance with the Gold Fever Day Camps presented by historic Fort Langley! From 10:00am – 5:00pm, March 19^th – 27^th, visit the Fort to experience what life was like during the Fraser Gold Rush, and see the challenges they might have faced while searching for gold.

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5 Fraser Valley Date Ideas

Tuesday, February 15th, 2011

In light of the recent holiday (it was yesterday – if you forgot, we hope this list helps you out!), this month we have put together a list of 5 Fraser Valley date ideas to make those special nights out with your sweetheart a little more frequent. Dinner and a movie date nights out are lots of fun, but I think that we can agree that sometimes you just need to mix things up a bit!

The next time you find yourself craving a little quality time with your sweetie, grab this list (or leave a hint by leaving it on the fridge) and enjoy a fun local night out together!

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Frugal Fun: Games Night In

Monday, January 24th, 2011

Social events certainly have a tendency of adding up quickly, especially if you enjoy regular evenings out with family and friends. Spending time with people you love is important, but if you aren’t careful, regular nights out on the town (wherever your destination) could leave you running short on your grocery money. Since this isn’t good for anyone, we’ve come up with a great Frugal Fun idea to help you continue being a social butterfly, without breaking the bank – plan a game night in! When’s the last time you took part in a game of Twister? We think however long ago it was – it was too long ago!

Not like they used to be, board games have changed a lot over the years. With the number of great party games on the market these days, a games night in is the perfect combination of casual dinner party interaction, laughter and a little dose of healthy competition.

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A Day in the Snow at Hemlock Valley Resort

Sunday, January 23rd, 2011

We felt the need to burn off a little steam and have some fun, so we headed up to visit our friends at Hemlock Valley Resort.

Hemlock Valley Resort is located about half an hour east of Mission, half an hour west of Harrison Hot Springs. From Harrison Mills you turn and drive up, up, way up the mountain (approximately 30 minutes). Winter conditions are often severe, so vehicles are required to carry chains. Check Hemlock’s road report before heading up.

What an absolute blast we had.

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5 Winter Activities in the Fraser Valley

Saturday, January 1st, 2011

Now that the excitement of Christmas has passed and we are experiencing random snowfalls in the Fraser Valley, it seems like the perfect time to focus on enjoying all that the winter season has to offer. We have put together a list of 5 great winter activities in the Fraser Valley, which will give you enough ideas to keep you busy for a while!

1.Go Ice Skating

With the number of ice skating rinks located throughout the Fraser Valley, you’re bound to be close to one, no matter where you are! Grab your skates, or a few dollars to rent a pair (don’t forget a clean pair of socks), pair of mittens and a hat, and you’re set for a wonderful winter-themed outing. A few local indoor skating rinks worth visiting before the end of winter: Twin Rinks & Prospera Center in Chilliwack, Matsqui Recreation Center & Centre Ice in Abbotsford, Twin Rinks & Sportsplex In Langley, or any of 5 public arenas throughout Surrey.

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The North Pole is in… Maple Ridge!

Tuesday, November 30th, 2010

This might be the coolest thing to add to your holiday to-do list this year. The North Pole BC is in Maple Ridge from now until December 24th, before Santa sets out on his journeys.

Call ahead to book a time for you and your family to visit. Children’s names and information are registered ahead of time so that when the meet Santa, he’s in-the-know and ready to wow them! There are all kinds of activities for the kids to do during their visit, besides visiting with the big guy. They will build a toy in Santa’s workshop,

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5 Fraser Valley Bookstores Worth a Visit

Sunday, November 28th, 2010

There is just something about a rainy or snowy afternoon that makes us want to curl up with a good book. Lucky for us, there are enough fantastic independent bookstores in the Fraser Valley to get us through an entire season of wet and slushy weather! With this list of 5 Fraser Valley bookstores to get lost in, you will have a good idea where to start the next time you’re looking to disappear in a good book – or even a whole bookstore!

Bookman
45939 Wellington St, Chilliwack 604.792.4595

Open 364 days a year (closed only on Christmas Day), you’ll never have to wonder if The Bookman will be open when the book shopping mood strikes you.

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Frugal Fun: Jo Priestley Pottery Studio & Garden

Monday, November 8th, 2010

As we know from last week’s Pulse Spotlight, the Fraser Valley is filled with incredibly talented artists! This month for our Frugal Fun adventure, we visited the studio of local pottery artist Jo Priestley, and learned about beautiful artwork, tending gardens, and taking time to enjoy the views of the Fraser Valley.

The Jo Priestley Pottery Studio & Garden is a great artistic destination to visit before the weather gets too chilly. Located in Mission, Jo opens her studio, personal gallery and award winning garden up to visitors Thursdays to Sundays from 10am – 5pm. Admission is complimentary, and visitors are encouraged to wander around the grounds and enjoy not only the pottery, but also the beautiful garden and a breathtaking view of the Fraser Valley.

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10 Things To Do In The Fraser Valley When It’s Raining

Monday, November 1st, 2010

I have two tinies that are not yet school age (and another one on the way). Autumn has arrived with its grey and rainy days here in the Fraser Valley but that doesn’t mean we have to spend our days in the house watching Kids CBC. Here are our favourite things to do when it’s pouring rain outside.

I don’t know what it is about rainy days that create an insatiable need for me to bake but it must be genetic. Few activities are as heart warming as a cozy morning spent inside, baking cookies or banana bread.
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5 Great Haunted Houses in the Fraser Valley

Monday, October 18th, 2010

Looking for a good scare this Halloween? With the abundance of spook-tacular haunted houses in the valley (we couldn’t resist!), this month’s top 5 feature was an easy choice. Creaking floorboards, headless men and moving pictures – these 5 haunted houses have them all. Think you’re brave enough to head out on a Haunted Attraction tour throughout the valley? Grab a friend (preferably someone who can protect you) print out this list and head out for your own Halloween adventure!

A note to parents: Most of these attractions are not suitable for children under 8, however a number of them do have more family-friendly events that run throughout the day. Please contact the attraction directly if you have questions regarding the suitability for your kiddies.

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