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YoUr FamIlY’s soUrcE For actIvItIEs, camps, lEssoNs aND morE thIs sUmmEr!

SUMMER CAMP REGISTRATION NOW OPEN! Join us for a week of exciting, hands-on science projects and experiments in a fun and friendly atmosphere! Check out our camps specializing in Science, Technology, Computer Science, Medicine, Veterinary Medicine, Space and more.

When: July and August, 2017

For more information, call 1 (306) 966-7755 or visit our website: http://scifi.usask.ca

Where: Our camps take place in the College of Engineering at the University of Saskatchewan.

To Register: Phone: 306 966-5539 Online: www.scifi.usask.ca

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Summertime Fun guide 5 tips to help your kids stay active

During the summer holidays, most parents are looking for ways to get their kids enjoying the great outdoors. Before the final bell rings, here are five tips to keep your little ones active this vacation.

1. Take advantage of the nice weather. When it is -20°C outside, it’s only natural to want to stay indoors. But in the spring and summer months, it’s time to break out of those habits – throw a frisbee in the backyard, take your dog to the local dog park, or walk instead of driving when running nearby errands.

2. Play as a family. Kids learn by example, so if you want them to get active, you need to as well. From an impromptu game of tag after dinner to signing up for a family triathlon, the options are endless.

3. Join a local team.

Summer is prime time to join a local team, as there are many summer leagues with schedules in line with school vacation. If your child lacks confidence in the classic gym class sports, look for options they haven’t tried before, like beach volleyball or lacrosse.

Summer is the season to explore a new sport. For families worried about the expenses associated with lessons or organized teams, Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities can offer assistance. Ph o t o : News CaNada

4. Learn a new sport. If your kids aren’t quite ready for the competitive sport

world, start with lessons.

The summer is a great time to enrol kids in swimming

lessons – with outdoor pools open, kids can learn water safety, an essential life skill, in a sunny, open-air environment.

5. Activity promotes good health: Did you know that, according to the federal government, only nine per cent of kids ages five to 17 get the recommended 60 minutes of daily physical activity? Cardiovascular fitness, strength, improved flexibility and bone density are all developed through exercise. Plus, it helps maintain a healthy body weight and

reduces the risk of health problems.

For parents worried about the expenses associated with organized teams or lessons, Canadian Tire Jumpstart Charities can help by assisting with the costs of registration, equipment and even transportation.

You can support this cause by donating at your local Canadian Tire store. If you know a kid who wants to play but is unable to because of costs, find help online at jumpstart.canadiantire.ca.

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Summertime Fun guide top 40 fun family activities ons – named Thorn and Shruikan – who are on loan from the Calgary Zoo. Saskatoon.ca

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The 29th annual PotashCorp Children’s Festival will be in full swing June 3 through 6 in Kinsmen Park, offering live theatre, great music and plenty of hands-on creative activities! Featured performers include Fred Penner, Mr. Circus, Sangja, the Kif Kif Sisters and more!

This year’s festival theme is “Building Bridges”. potashcorpchildrensfestival.com

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mEEt thE komoDo DraGoNs at ForEstrY Farm park & Zoo

Once a prairie tree nursery, this National Historic Site features a super fun nature-themed playground, beautifully designed gardens, sports pitches and Saskatchewan’s only accredited zoo with more than 80 species of animals.

This summer, the Saskatoon Zoo welcomes a pair of Komodo drag-

saskatooN DIvING clUb Learn the basic skills of diving in a fun manner, with the Saskatoon Diving Club’s Beginner Learn to Dive Lessons. The hourlong lessons are held once a week, for 8 to 12 week sessions. Kids’ classes are offered for young people ages five to 15; ages 16 and up can sign up for adult classes. saskatoondivingclub.ca

enriched materials to have multisensory fun and learn the fundamentals of engineering, technology, science and math. bricks4kidz.com

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FEstIval FêtE FraNsaskoIsE

Celebrate francophone culture, sports and arts at Fête Fransaskoise Festival, July 7 to 9 at Pike Lake. The outdoor event features an art fair, cultural and artistic workshops, sports, games and musical performances by well-known and emerging artists. https://fetefransaskoise.wordpress. com

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Lego has long been one of the most popular children’s toy around the globe. It’s more than a toy, however, it’s a building block that inspires fun, innovation and creativity. Bricks 4 Kidz in Saskatoon offers workshops, camps, parties and after-school programs where kids have the opportunity to use these classic bricks and STEM-

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pIoN-Era 2017 Enjoy the sights and sounds of days gone by as Pion-Era returns to Prairieland Park on July 8 and 9, with activities to delight young and old. Pion-Era celebrates Saskatchewan’s agricultural history with fascinating demonstrations, displays and interactive fun. The popular Children’s Tent returns this year with ongoing activities and entertainment. wdm.ca

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Activities include dance and movement, arts and crafts, aerial silks and hula hoops, games and more.

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movE N soar Defy gravity at Move N Soar! Located in Market Mall, Move N Soar offers group and individual fitness instruction, for all ages and body types in the various disciplines of aerial arts, Anti-Gravity® Fitness, Zumba, TRX, Insanity, Music Together and more. Kids will love the themed summer camps: Under the Big Top, Under the Sea, Rainbow and It’s a Jungle Out There.

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apEx trampolINE park Located at 3910 Burron Avenue in the city’s north end, Apex Trampoline Park offers over 10,000 square feet of entertainment area, including a sport court for basketball, volleyball and dodgeball. Apex offers fun for all ages, including a special Toddler Time for kids six and under. On Friday nights, from 9 p.m. to midnight, Apex is transformed into Club Apex, with live DJ sets and disco lights. jumpapex.com

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chIlDrEN’s DIscovErY mUsEUm

Currently located in Market Mall, the Children’s Discovery Museum is more than just an ac-

tivity centre – it’s a place where children learn through play. The hands-on, interactive exhibits will spark your children’s imagination and curiosity, helping them to develop their creativity and innovative thinking. Current exhibits include the Muddy Paws Animal Clinic, Construction Corner, the North Woods replica cabin and the Performance Arts Stage. The Arts and Crafts Room encourages children to expand their creativity. A current special attraction at the Children’s Discover Museum is STARLAB, a portable planetarium that brings the night sky indoors. museumforkids.sk.ca

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pEts IN thE park Take your best fourlegged pal to the 11th annual Pets in the Park celebration in Kiwanis Memorial Park North, Sunday, July 9 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Activities include dog flyball demos, Saskatoon Police Canine Unit, a silent auction, pet-related booths, entertainment and refreshments. Pets must be licensed and leashed to attend. petsinthepark.ca

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DIsc GolF Disc golf is one of Canada’s fastest-growing new sporting activities, designed to appeal to players of all ages.

To play disc golf, players throw rubber discs into chain baskets located along the disc golf course.

Similar to Frisbees, the discs are smaller and denser. Disc golf courses are located at Diefenbaker Park, Donna Birkmaier Park in Briarwood and Kinsmen Park

EscapE sports

Embrace the outdoors at Explore Sports. Located across from the Saskatoon Farmers’ Market, Escape Sports can help you experience a new summer sport like stand-up paddleboarding, disc golf, unicycling and more, with gear, lessons and rentals. escapesports.ca

the Louis Riel Relay and Kidfest at the Batoche National Historic Site, presented by The Friends of Batoche. The Louis Riel Relay features multi-participant teams competing in running, biking, hill hiking, canoeing, horseback riding and archery events. Kidfest includes a petting zoo, interactive demonstrations and pavilions. Take advantage of free entry to Batoche National Historic Site with your Parks Canada free Discovery Pass. pc.gc.ca/ eng/lhn-nhs/sk/batoche/activ/spec. aspx

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Encourage your child’s creativity and love of art through summer art camps at Wet Paint Pottery, located at #50-632 1st Avenue North. Learn new pottery painting technique, glass fusing, canvas painting and more. wetpaintpottery.com

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FUN FactorY The Fun Factory, located at 1633 Quebec Avenue, offers a two-storey, 1,600 square foot play unit complete with tunnels, ball pits, slides and more. A separate toddler play area features its own ball pit, slides and activities, designed for one- to three-year-olds.

Upstairs is a Lazer Tag arena, complete with music and glow-in-thedark graphics. Arcade games and the Snack Factory round out the fun. funfactory.ca

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Grip It Indoor Rock Climbing. sP Fil es GrIp It clImbING Grip It Indoor Rock Climbing is Saskatoon’s premier rock climbing facility, offering exciting challenges for kids and adults alike. Grip It’s indoor climbing terrain ranges from 8- to 50-foot tall walls, suitable for all skill levels.

Certified staff supervise the fun and offer helpful instructions. Grip It Rock Climbing is located at 501 – 23rd Street West. gripitclimbing. com

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hockEY camps Prevent summer boredom by registering your kids in a Canlan Hockey Camp at the Jemini Arena. Canlan Hockey Camps offer an action packed week of hockey conditioning, skill development and off-ice games for children of all ages and skill levels. It’s the coolest summer camp in town! icesports.com/ jemini/hockey-camps.aspx

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It’s not summer in Saskatchewan until you’ve had your annual fix of spudnuts and ferris wheels, at the Saskatoon Ex, August 8 to 13. Now in its 131st year, this sixday summer festival offers non-stop entertainment for all ages, including midway thrills, big name grandstand entertainers and an annual

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Summertime Fun guide out Saskatoon. saskatoonfolkfest. com

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FlYNN’s ForEst INDoor plaYGroUND

Newly opened in 2016, Flynn’s Forest Indoor Playground is a delightful forest-themed play centre located at #50-214 Joseph Okemasis Drive. The custom-designed indoor play structure is three stories high and covers almost 2,000 square feet, and includes a triple slide, two tube slides, a climbing wall, an interactive play floor and special toddlers’ area. The on-site concession features healthy snacks and munchies. flynns-forest.com

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Ball hockey is a game for everyone! Played on foot, minimal equipment is required. If you’ve never played ice hockey, it’s a great way to try out the sport. For ice hockey players, ball hockey is a great conditioning activity during the summer months. saskballhockey.com

saskatooN FolkFEst Taking place in pavilions across the city from August 17 to 19, Folkfest celebrates the traditions and cultures through dance, entertainment and delicious traditional cuisine from around the world. This annual festival features up to 25 ethnic pavilions in venues through-

marIaN GYmNastIcs sUmmEr camps

Enchanting themes ranging from ’Princesses, Knights and Dragons’ to ‘Under the Big Top’ are just one of the reasons why the summer day camps offered by Marian Gymanstics Club are so popular. Each day camp includes structured gym time, supervised play time, snack and lunch breaks. Camps are available for kids ages 3 to 13. mariangym.com

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Taking place August 18 to 20 at

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the Ness Creek Festival Site near Big River, the Northern Lights Bluegrass and Old Tyme Music Festival showcases top musicians, performing modern and traditional bluegrass, old time, folk/roots and Americana.

The week before, from August 14 to 18, headlining musicians arrive for

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At the John Arcand Fiddle Fest, August 10 to 13, try your hand at traditional Red River Jigging, peyote beading, fiddle lessons and more. This grassroots festival has been uniting people around music, culture, dance and fun for 20 years. Camp for free on-site or take complimentary shuttle buses that run throughout the day from Saskatoon to the Windy Acres’ festival site, just 10 minutes outside of the city. johnarcandfiddlefest.com

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kINsmEN tacklE Football The Kinsmen Tackle Football League makes football fun, challenging and exciting for kids. The league has a ‘no cut’ policy, so there’s a position for every kid to play. All major equipment is supplied. The Peewee division is for kids ages 11 and 12; the Bantam age division is for 13 and 14 year-olds. saskatoonminorfootball.com

HOME AWAY FROM HOME

Located year-round in E’cole Alvin Buckwold School, qualified, licensed, professional. Early Childhood Educators provide full-time, part-time or casual childcare for ages 3-12. Mon.-Fri., 7AM to 6PM. Government subsidized spaces are available.

NEED SUMMER CHILDCARE? Join the fun! In addition to our featured services, summer activities may include but are not limited to: regularly supervised access to the schools playground, library and gymnasium, lunch and two snacks will be provided, multiple weekly excursions with transportation on a chartered bus, and two weeks of swimming lessons at George Ward Swimming Pool.

Limited space available for July and August.

Please contact for availability

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works, sand and tons of apparatus to climb and slide on. This is a family-friendly jewel in the heart of Saskatoon.

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oUtDoor NatUrE hIkEs Beaver Creek Conservation Area Interpretive Centre invites you to explore nature trails winding through prairie, forest, creek and river valley habitats. Experience interactive displays in the interpretive centre or be guided along the trails by an interpreter.

Beaver Creek Conservation Area is located 13 km south of Saskatoon on Hwy 219. meewasin.com

rock rIDGE paINtball plUs Here’s how your kids will describe their summer camp adventure at Rock Ridge Paintball Plus: Awesome! The one- and two-day paintball camps for kids focus on safety, respect, teamwork, technique and loads of fun! Trained and knowledgeable staff guide the young players and share their love of the game. Rock Ridge also offers school outings, birthday parties and league play. rockridgepaintball.com

Taiso Gymanstics is a fun environment where kids can get fit.

The padded playground is located at 1521 Quebec Avenue, featuring state-of-the-art foam pits where kids can lean to flip and twist safely.

This summer, your kids can enjoy one of Taiso’s many summer camp weeks, or combine two adventures in one – including “gym and dive”, “Acro4Dance” and “Parkour.” Check out the details at taiso.ca

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Catch a birds-eye view from the Ferris wheel, ride the replica Canpotex freight train or hop on a carousel horse. The natural and interactive play area boasts water

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QUEst For kIcks This summer, Royal City Soccer Club will present its 25th season of unique soccer camp experiences for boys and girls playing all levels of the sport. The soccer camps are offered at locations in both Regina and Saskatoon, as well as 80 other communities across

Kart racing is a fun family sport for males and females of all ages. Racers can start competing in the calendar year they turn 8 years old, right into their adult years. Considered one of the most affordable motor sport races, beginners can begin by purchasing a used 4 stroke kart.

The Saskatoon Kart Racing Track is located at the corner of 9th Avenue and 9th Street North in Martensville. On Saturday, June 3, you can learn more about the sport during the ‘Try A Kart Test & Tune Day” beginning at 1 p.m. saskatoonkartracers.com

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Add some magic to your summer by attending the Wide Open Children’s Theatre Puppet Camps.

The week-long summer camps take place at the Albert Community Centre, and are open to children ages 6 to 8 or 9 to 12 years.

Each camp has a different theme, including shadow, fringe, hand and giant puppets. Puppet camp is fun for all, as kids design and build their own puppets, engage in theatre games and record their puppet scenes on videos to share with family and friends. wideopen.ca S e e f a m i ly f u n o n page 18

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University of Saskatchewan Sci-Fi Science Camps have been making science fun for 27 years! Sci-Fi’s summer camp programs focus on a variety of fascinating themes sure to engage your kids, including Forensics, Rocks and Fossils, Robotics, Space Camp, Codemakers and Vet Medicine.

Camps run throughout July and August. In addition to the regular camp program, Sci-Fi offers a ‘Girl Power’ program, now in its 15th year. For information, go to scifi. usask.ca

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mEEwasIN traIls Explore the beautiful South Saskatchewan River on this extensive trail system. Linking landscaped parks, conservation areas, boat launches and interpretive sites, this trail represents nature, community and active living. meewasin.com

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River Landing is home to the thriving Saskatoon Farmer’s Market, the future Remai Modern Art Gallery and the splash park which is a model of the river basin, art and a whole lot of splashing fun. Features like the Pavilion Building, Prairie Wind sculptural landmark, amphitheatre and outdoor fitness circuit will be joined by further development in this legacy project. riverlanding.ca

x-trEmE FUN!

A thrill-a-minute awaits at Blue Mountain Adventure Park, located 25 minutes NE of North Battleford. The adventure centre offers zip lines ranging from 250 to 750 metres. Other fun activities include paint ball, obstacle courses, wall climbing, biking, canoes, kayaks and paddleboard rentals. Plan your adventure today at explorebluemountain.com

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The “Y” is Canada’s largest camp provider, offering safe, supportive, active and fun experiences where kids can experience the natural world, learn arts and crafts, engage in games and activities and make new friendships. For a complete schedule and registration, visit ymcasaskatoon.org

Free Drop In Art - Centre Tues, Wed & Thurs 5:30-9pm, Sat 1-6pm Face-painting, Murals, Workshops, Graffiti Restoration, Corporate Gifts, Art Lessons, And More!

Contact SCYAP for more details!

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Visit this ancient gathering place to share in the stories of the nomadic Northern Plains people, walk the scenic trails and view the interpretive displays.

Unique cultural experiences await

including the opportunity to have a sleep-over in a tipi. Be sure to try a bison burger from the restaurant!

Have fun and make memories during the Summer Kids Day Camps and Mother Earth Garden Kids Day Camps. wanuskewin.com

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Summer ends with a splash in Saskatoon at a cool pool party just for licensed pooches The Dog Day of Summer event takes place on Thursday, August 31, at Mayfair Pool. The event includes a free swim session for licensed dogs and a barbecue fund-raiser in support of the Saskatoon SPCA. Pre-registration is required for the swim sessions scheduled throughout the day. Saskatoon.ca/parks-

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Ask about our 2017 Fall Youth Paintball League!!

Two days of exciting paintball action!

Kids will learn about safety, techniques, skills, teamwork and of course - LOTS OF PAINTBALL! Camps scheduled for July and August!

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Did you know that boric acid may be found in some recipes for homemade playdough, putty, slime and modelling clay? Found naturally in the environment, boric acid can also be used in common consumer products like toys, cosmetics, cleaning products and pesticides. Although natural sources of boric acid in food are considered safe, Health Canada recommends reducing exposure from other sources to avoid overexposure – especially for children and pregnant women, as it can cause developmental and reproductive health effects.

The concern related to boric acid is one of overall exposure rather than an immediate risk, but you can make playing with goo and slime safer for your little ones with this recipe for homemade dough.

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IngredIents: • 1 cup water • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil • 1/2 cup salt • 1 tablespoon cream of tartar • 1 cup flour

Drama/Art: (ages 7-12) full day

What: “Soccer Kids In the Park” Program Free Summer Drop-In Soccer for Ages 2–18 When: Mon to Fri from July 3rd to August 24th, 2017 Visit our website for a program schedule after June 27 Where: City of Saskatoon Playground Centre Sites Contact: saskatoonyouthsoccer.ca or 306-975-3413 Thanks to Community Initiatives Fund, City of Saskatoon, Xtratime Sports Soccer Locker, and Sask Soccer for making this program possible for the 10th summer in a row!

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Directions: 1. Combine all ingredients in saucepan on low heat. When dough looks like mashed potatoes and pulls away from the sides, remove from heat. If dough is sticky, keep cooking until dry.

2. Wait until dough becomes cool enough to touch and knead until smooth.

Store at room temperature in an airtight container or resealable bag.

Tip: If dough starts to dry out, knead in some water to soften.

• July 3-7 • July 24-28 • Aug. 7-11

Pre/K Camp: (ages 4-6) a.m. only • July 24-28

Classes fill quickly!

R e g i s te r e a r l y !

www.gailadamsar tschool.com (306) 931-7790

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