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    Bonnie Schiedel
    • Feb 28, 2020
    • 3 min

    March 2020: Fun things to do with kids in Thunder Bay

    Looking for stuff to do with the kids? Families in TBay have got lots of variety in March 2020, including a pow wow, live music, Easter-egg-decorating and, by some scheduling quirk, four separate magic and illusion shows. And of course there are March Break happenings too. Check it out! March 1 Winter FunDay-Cabane à Sucre, Prince Arthur's Landing Enjoy a sweet traditional maple syrup treat outside, plus a comic book and marker card craft inside at the Baggage Building Arts C

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    Bonnie Schiedel
    • Jul 29, 2019
    • 3 min

    August 2019: Fun things to do with kids in Thunder Bay

    August, how’d you get here so fast? Here’s the tbaywithkids.ca roundup of the family-friendly festivals, fairs, theatre, music and big machine events happening in Thunder Bay in August 2019. Plus, check out our list of FREE things to do in Thunder Bay, and the Tbaywithkids Summer List of 50 fun things to check off your family’s bucket list. August 1, 6, 7, 8, 13, 14, 15 Little Shop of Horrors, Paramount Theatre Time for some live musical theatre that happens to include a cran

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    Bonnie Schiedel
    • Apr 29, 2019
    • 2 min

    May 2019: Fun things to do with kids in Thunder Bay

    Who’s ready for spring? Here’s your round-up of family-friendly activities in Thunder Bay this month. Month of May Thunder Bay Public Library, various locations In addition to their regular kids’ programming, there are lots of fun, free events at the TBPL this month. Consider: a mom-themed storytime and card-making (May 3, 10:30am, County Park), author visit (May 4, 10am, Waverley), movie and craft (May 4, 2:30pm, Waverley), bath bombs (May 8, 6:30pm, County Park), and drag q

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    Bonnie Schiedel
    • Jan 27, 2019
    • 3 min

    February 2019: Fun things to do with kids in Thunder Bay

    Shortest month, but wow, there is a lot going on! Read on to discover what your family can get up to in Thunder Bay this February, including the 2019 Family Day weekend. February 2 The Green House, Centennial Conservatory Catch some tunes surrounded by lush tropical foliage at this music event hosted by local DJs. 12-4pm, free. More info The Green House on Facebook February 2, 9, 16 Lego events, Chapters Get your build on, trade minifigs, get stickers and activity sheets and

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    Bonnie Schiedel
    • Oct 29, 2018
    • 2 min

    November 2018: Fun things to do with kids in Thunder Bay

    November is that in-between time of year, but there are still quite a number of family-friendly activities going on in Thunder Bay. What’s your jam: the Santa Claus parade, live theatre, a rock and mineral show? Read all to get all the details. Starting November 6 Gifts of the North, Thunder Bay Museum If your kiddos are into small, creative scenes, stop by the Thunder Bay Museum to see the work of local artist Janet MacDonald-Hannam, who has created detailed little figures i

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    Bonnie Schiedel
    • Oct 19, 2018
    • 2 min

    10+ fun family Halloween activities in Thunder Bay in 2018

    Happy Halloween! Here’s your roundup of Halloween activities for Thunder Bay families, ranging from sweet to spooky. The farm harvest activities are winding down too…check here for info so you don’t miss out. October 20 Pumpkin Painting, Vanderwees Paint your own one-of-a-kind mini-pumpkin. 11am-3pm, free while supplies last. More info Vanderwees on Facebook Family Halloween Dance Party, North McIntyre Rec Centre Games, music, dancing, a costume contest, concessions and more!

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    Bonnie Schiedel
    • Aug 28, 2018
    • 3 min

    September 2018: Fun things to do with kids in Thunder Bay

    Let’s stretch some of that summer fun into fall, with an outdoor movie, a fall fair, a free picnic, fast cars and dogs, great music, a film festival and more, all great for TBay families! September 1 Movie Night on the Waterfront, Marina Park The last movie of the season is Sherlock Gnomes. Catch a family movie on the big screen, under the stars. Bring a blanket! Free, starting at dusk. More info Thunder Bay Culture & Events on Facebook September 2-3 Hymers Fair, Hymers This

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    Bonnie Schiedel
    • Jul 25, 2018
    • 3 min

    August 2018: Fun things to do with kids in Thunder Bay

    Hello, Thunder Bay families and visitors! August 2018 in Thunder Bay brings outdoor movies, live music, good eats, festivals, an excavator rodeo, a bike challenge and the CLE…ready to make some memories? And don’t miss our round-up of free things to do with the kids in Thunder Bay all summer long. August 5-6 Festa Italiana, Italian Cultural Centre Authentic Italian food, music, entertainers and culture are the cornerstones of the 28th annual Festa Italiana. There are kids’ ac

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    Bonnie Schiedel
    • Jun 27, 2018
    • 3 min

    July 2018: Fun things to do with kids in Thunder Bay

    Hello, summer, you’re here at last! There are lots of events for families going on this month, with Canada Day celebrations to kick it all off. Plus, check out our round-up of free things to do with the kids in Thunder Bay all summer long. Sunday July 1 Canada Day Celebration, West Thunder Community Centre Celebrate the holiday with mini golf, pony rides, bouncy castles, live music, good eats and lots more at West Thunder Community Centre. Free admission, 11am-4pm. More info

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    Bonnie Schiedel
    • Jun 19, 2018
    • 3 min

    10 Free things to do with kids in Thunder Bay this summer: Updated for 2018

    Raise your hand if you like free stuff! Here’s our list of the best FREE summer fun for families in Thunder Bay in July and August 2018. 1. Go to a Border Cats game This summer, kids 12 and under get in free to Sunday afternoon home games, starting at 1:35pm at Port Arthur Stadium. Get some ice cream and cheer on the Cats! More info Thunder Bay Border Cats on Facebook 2. Visit a fire station Big red trucks, big rubber boots, big fun: To visit a Thunder Bay fire station, all

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    Bonnie Schiedel
    • May 29, 2018
    • 3 min

    June 2018: Fun things to do with kids in Thunder Bay

    Wow, lots of fun events coming up for TBay families in June 2018! Take your pick of events that celebrate kites, Indigenous culture, walking, the power of play and much more. June 1 Unplug to Connect, Boys & Girls Clubs of Thunder Bay A soccer clinic, tie dying t-shirts and a bbq—there are lots of fun ways to unplug together at this for-kids event. 3:30-6:30pm, free. More info Boys and Girls Club of Thunder Bay on Facebook June 2 Soapbox Races, Waverly Hill and Park Cheer on

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    Bonnie Schiedel
    • Apr 26, 2018
    • 2 min

    May 2018: Fun things to do with kids in Thunder Bay

    A long weekend, Mother's Day, the return of green grass and sneakers...there's a lot to celebrate this month! Here's what's going on for families in Thunder Bay this May, including live music, free comic books and plenty of outside time (we hope). May 1 Youth Show Art Opening, Kinsmen Northwood Centre Kick off National Youth Arts Week by dropping by to see works by talented young local artists. There will be live music and a BBQ too. Free, 4:30-6pm. More info Thunder Bay Cult

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    Bonnie Schiedel
    • Mar 2, 2018
    • 3 min

    March 2018: Things to do with kids in Thunder Bay (including March Break and Easter too!)

    From March Break to Easter, and everything in between, there's lots going on for families in Thunder Bay! Check out the details below about ice motorbike racing, movies, arts and crafts, skating and much more. March 4 Winter FunDay, Cabane a Sucre, Marina Park Learn how maple toffee is made and of course, get a yummy free sample. 2-4pm, free. More info Thunder Bay Culture and Events on Facebook Month of March Various exhibits, Thunder Bay Art Gallery Check out artwork featuri

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    Bonnie Schiedel
    • Jan 30, 2018
    • 2 min

    February 2018: Things to do with kids in Thunder Bay (Family Day long weekend included!)

    Wow, February is surprisingly jam-packed! Meet a sloth, see snow sculptures, dance in the jungle, make bannock over a campfire—there are a ton of things for families to see and do in Thunder Bay in February. Looking for info on things to Family Day weekend (February 17-19, 2018)? Click here. February 2-4 Diversity of Living Things, Moose Hall A 10, 000-square-foot opportunity meet critters like a baby sloth, alligator, tortoise, skunk, vultures, bunnies, hawks and owls in 30

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    Bonnie Schiedel
    • Nov 28, 2017
    • 3 min

    December 2017: Fun things to do with kids in Thunder Bay

    If you want to make your family’s holidays more about the memories and less about the stuff, you’ve got lots of options! Here’s what’s going on for Thunder Bay families in December 2017, from the holiday train to breakfast with Santa to Christmas movies, plays and concerts. December 1 Holiday Train, Syndicate Avenue Train Depot A thousand-foot-long, 14-car train decorated with hundreds of thousands of lights is a great way to kick off December. Bring a donation for the food b

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    Bonnie Schiedel
    • Nov 1, 2017
    • 2 min

    November 2017: Things to do with kids in Thunder Bay

    When the weather is likely to be meh, it’s good to have some options to get the heck out of the house. Here’s what’s on for families in Thunder Bay in November—cool rocks, amazing aerialists, a fancy tea and of course the Christmas parade! November 4 Frosty the Snowman visit, Toy Sense Bring the littles to have a visit with Frosty at Toy Sense. Free. More info Toy Sense on Facebook November 9-12 Thunder Bay Gem & Mineral Show, Loyal Order of the Moose Lodge Missed it in the s

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    Bonnie Schiedel
    • Oct 2, 2017
    • 2 min

    October 2017: Things to do with kids in Thunder Bay

    We’re pretty much back to our routines by now, but there’s still family fun to be had, especially on the weekends. Here’s what’s going on in Thunder Bay in October—including fireworks, a community Halloween party, visiting NHL players, Halloween music and pet-friendly mini golf! And if you’re looking for pumpkins, corn mazes and more, here’s info on fall farm fun. Month of October Fashion and Tattoos exhibits, Thunder Bay Museum Until November 22, you can explore 150 years of

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