Museum of Natural History and Little Rays Reptile Zoo | City Mom Now Halifax

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The Museum of Natural History has a long history itself in Halifax, dating back to 1848. Just a little longer history than Gus, the resident 90-year-old gopher tortoise, has at the Museum – which goes back to approximately 1940. Gus has been in good company recently with the Living Under Fire – Life in the Desert exhibit. Little Ray’s Reptile Zoo has been keeping Gus company since January 19th.

Museum of Natural History on CMN

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Dance for the Whole Family at Maritime Dance Academy | City Mom Now

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Maritime Dance Academy

Maritime Dance Academy

Have you considered a dance program like Maritime Dance Academy for your family’s extra-curricular activities?   Many moms struggle with managing all of the activities their children are involved in let alone finding time for their own similar activities. As the kids grow older, the activities become…

 

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Hart and Thistle Gastropub and Brewery Review and Giveaway

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If you’re looking for a great spot downtown for a girls’ night out, look no further that Hart and Thistle Gastropub and Brewery. You can’t go wrong with fantastic Chef Stone who loves to exercise his creative processes, in-house brewmaster – Greg Nash – who handcrafts two new beers on tap regularly and a great setting right on the waterfront.

Hart and Thistle Gastropub and Brewery

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Halifax Emera Skating Oval | City Mom Now

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Have you heard of the Halifax Emera Skating Oval? Many of us can remember days of outdoor skating. When we could head out to the local pond or lake, or flooded backyard for an afternoon of gliding around with rosy cheeks and a thermos full of hot chocolate. For those climate change nay-sayers, all it takes is a good look around many Canadian winter neighborhoods to get an understanding of how things have changed within generations.

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Halifax Emera Skating Oval

 

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at playcafé – Dartmouth | City Mom Now Halifax

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Halifax needs more of these great play cafés!

The at playcafé is a fantastic café for work at home parents who want to get out of the home office, and entertain the kids, while having an opportunity to get some work done. The open concept of the play area which includes baby, toddler, and preschool/school-age play areas, makes it easy to keep an eye out while taking advantage of the free Wifi and sipping on a hot beverage or grabbing lunch. The highlight for kids being the climbing gym designed specially by at playcafé.

 

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Imagine Salon and Spa – Bedford | City Mom Now Halifax

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The holiday chaos is fast approaching and you’re looking for a place to get prepared and rejuvenated all at once. Picture yourself walking into a salon where you are welcomed with cheer and immediately offered a hot beverage or glass of water, while smiling staff take your coat. Moms who are looking for a family-friendly full-service salon need look no further than Imagine Salon & Spa. A family operated business, Ian Marc’s Imagine Salon & Spa is worth the trip, whether or not you live/work in Bedford.

 

 

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Halifax Therapeutic Massage | City Mom Now Halifax

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Moms know all about the need to relax but pampering themselves is often the last thing on our minds. Often when someone hears the word “massage” they think luxury. And while massage can be luxurious and relaxing, it is also therapeutic.

Heather Fairclough at Halifax Therapeutic Massage located at Harvard Street Healing Arts Centre  – knows this well. She is a experienced Registered Massage Therapist (RMT) trained in many different skills including: TMJ Dysfunction, trigger points, swedish massage, myofascial release, neuromuscular technique, joint mobilization and certified Hot Stone Therapy among others.

 

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