City of Bridges
If you are from Saskatoon, surely you know that we are the city of bridges. We are called the city of bridges, because as you know, we have um bridges. Hmm wonder who came up with that one…;)
Here is a cool picture of our city and our bridges.
Free Activites in Saskatoon for Your Kids this Summer
Free is awesome. Kids with too much free time is not awesome. Here is a list of activities in Saskatoon that are free (yay!) for your kids (and you) to enjoy!
1) Water Parks, Playground Programs and Paddling Pools
There are water park playgrounds all over Saskatoon, near most schools, that turn into fabulous water fun lands. The City of Saskatoon has compiled a handy little list for your pleasure. May I suggest hitting up several locations throughout the summer?? You children will LOVE YOU! 
Handy list of water parks link. (Which is also, I might add…handy 
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2) Parks
I realize the list above ALSO says “parks“, BUT this list is compiled of free play or picnic type parks. Make some lunch, grab a frisbee or their DS’s and head our to a park. We have several parks, all listed by neighborhoods. Check out some new ones and favorite ones. I do not think family’s do park outings enough. Great way to spend a family day AND it’s free!
3) Walking, Biking, Blading
Soo many walking paths around Saskatoon! Why not take an active approach to a beautiful summer day and tour some of our great walking paths!
4) Library
You may or may not have budding readers on your hands, but the library is a great place for your kids to spend some time reading or looking through books and subjects that they may not regularly read. You can also download library books to your e-reader, which is a sweet added bonus.
5) Mendel Art Gallery
Art is a great way to expand your children’s mind. If you have an exceptionally creative child, they will very much enjoy this experience. The Mendel Art constantly features new artists and their work.
6) Backyard BBQ
Invite family and friends and have a backyard bbq. The key to making this successful is to keep the kids busy. Think paddling pool, swing set, trampoline, a bouncer and toys. The next key thing is food, have everyone bring a dish. You can organize it by having a list of food items that you want made and as you call to invite people have them choose what they would like to bring.
7) Scavenger Hunt
These are easy to create and are a lot of fun. You can set it up in your own yard, or a park or all over Saskatoon if you feel motivated to do so. This will definitely give your kids something to talk about when they go back to school.
Summer is a short-lived event in Saskatoon and summer holidays best, when enjoyed. Give your kids the best summer ever, with this list of free things to do! 
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Saskatoon-9 Places to Take Your Dad for Father’s Day
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Father’s day in comparison to Mother’s is often less celebrated. The commercials for Father’s day consist of you buying him a huge tv from Visions…which IS awesome but why not shake it up a little and do something fun with your dad! Here are 9 places to take your dad to say “hey, you are pretty decent”:
1) Golf
We have tons of great golfing in and around Saskatoon. As far as I can tell, the vast majority of men enjoy golfing even if their clubs and um balls don’t seem to work very well!
- The Willows
- The Legends
- Holiday Park
- Silverwood
- Wildwood
- Dakota Dunes
- Greenbryer Country Club
- Moonlake
2) Walking
If your dad is not really into golf, take him for a walk. It is a great way to have a relaxed visit and talk about things you may not usually discuss.
3) Movie
Maybe you and your dad do not like to talk very much. Take him to a movie, popcorn and big screen how can you go wrong?! Check out the UltraAVX at Galaxy. It is pretty sweet!
4) Pool
NOT the swimming kind, maybe it is just me but I think that would be a little weird. Unless you have a cabin, but it’s more likely that HE has a cabin. Either way, I mean pool with sticks, that doesn’t sound quite right either…
- The Snooker Shack
- Pacific Avenue Billiards
- Modern Billiards
- ANY Bar or lounge in Saskatoon!
5) Lunch
People eat, your dad is more than likely one of them. Feed him. Does he have a favorite place? Take him there, men do not love change and especially if you two do not normally go out for lunch, keep his lunch spot the same.
6) Your sister or brother’s house or other non suspecting family member
Chances are if you arrange the gathering and plan everything, you can get away with not hosting it. But you must be quick and talk even quicker. This idea is sweet, but beware the pitfalls and questions such as “why are we having it at MY place and not yours?!” Change the subject and keep planning the best ever Father’s day at their house.
7) Nowhere
Pick up some food and head on over to mom and dad’s. When in Rome. Spend the day doing things dad likes to do and watch the tv shows that your dad likes. Bring your iPhone, there will probably be a nap time in there too!
Animals are great silence breakers. Maybe you and your dad don’t like to talk, eat, golf or spend ANY time with family. Prefect, go to the Forestry Farm, BUT remember this place will be SUPER busy on that loyal day. Do I hear babies screaming for random reasons, YES, yes you do!
9) Shopping
I know and YOU know that our dad’s probably do not enjoy shopping BUT maybe he will change his mind if you take him to the stores that HE likes. Does your dad have a hobby or an interest in something? Find a place that coincides with that and buy him his present there. You WERE going to buy him something right?!
That’s it, this is where you and I part ways. You continue googling what to get your dad for Father’s day and I write another article completely unrelated to that. Have a fantastic day and take your dad somewhere fun and buy him something that he actually likes! Good luck, dad’s are a tricky bunch.
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Saskatoon-100 Ways to Ditch Your Boredom
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If you are reading this, you are probably a little bored, or maybe you anticipate that feeling later today. Let’s ditch that boredom!
- Shop
- Listen to music
- Rent a movie
- Brush your teeth
- Walk your or your sister’s dog
- Hitchhike OUT of Saskatoon
- Call someone
- Cut your hair
- Text someone
- Take some crazy pictures
- Write
- Walk
- Tan
- Read
- Drink
- Give money to charity
- Research your genealogy
- Color your hair
- Jog on the spot
- Call your grandma (she’s probably bored too!)
- Go to Wal-Mart
- Go streaking
- Sauna
- Eat
- Start a blog
- Tell someone you like them
- Sing loudly
- Put on a hat
- Meditate
- Drink coffee
- Smoke
- Bake cookies
- Eat those SAME cookies
- Go to the SPCA
- Suntan
- Do some sit ups
- Build a deck
- Start a business
- Read emails
- Forward the good ones
- Sleep
- Lift weights
- Do yoga
- Drink water
- Mow your lawn
- Scratch your back
- Take out some cash
- Put on your favorite clothes
- Buy a car
- Learn sign language
- Call your best friend, using ONLY sign language
- Draw
- Send someone a letter (like H)
- Do a craft
- Play play dough
- Find your soul mate
- Dance
- Plant a tree
- Memorize something
- Conserve water
- Plan your funeral
- Write a letter to Government
- Color
- Ask someone out
- Google something you have thought about lately
- Go to a movie
- Drive out to a field, lay in it
- Smell flowers
- Eat chocolate
- Cry
- Write a manuscript
- Paint your nails
- Clean your oven
- Fold laundry
- Go play golf
- Check out some open houses
- Make a collage with your favorite pictures
- Reorganize your furniture
- Pet your dog
- Plant a garden
- Download new music
- Clean your bathroom
- Make a to do list
- Get married
- Do a biography
- Go on a road trip
- Swing on a swing
- Play solitaire
- Go for a bike ride
- Cut off old jeans
- Paint something
- Go to the library
- Count this list
- Sit in your car
- Make your own list of things to do when you’re bored
- Share it
- Comment on this blog
- Read a related link
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Saskatoon-15 Things to Do in 3 1/2 Months of Summer
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Summer in Saskatoon lasts for about 3 and a half months, better do as much as humanly possible in that time! Here are 15 things to do in 3 1/2 months!
1) Jump
For joy because it is FINALLY summer!! Did you think winter was EVER going to end this year…OMG longest one ever!
2) Greenhouses
We have two pretty awesome ones to check out:
Both places are a shoppers dream and a great place to celebrate summer!
3) Walking
There are 6 awesome places that I love. Great walks to take new or not new dates on…
4) Berry Barn
You can pick the freshest berries that you will EVER eat living in Saskatoon!
You didn’t think that I would leave out our classic zoo, did you??
Fresh produce and Sask made items for your shopping pleasure. They are open Wednesdays 11am-5pm and Saturdays 8am-2pm.
7) Garage Sales
The area you live in should have a website, that lets you know when the community garage sales are taking place or you can search them out through the StarPhoenix in the classifieds.
8) Shakespeare on The Saskatchewan
This event seems pretty self explanatory! You have Shakespeare, you have our river. July 6th-August 21st
9) Waterfront Craft Art Festival
Takes places on Spadina, June 11th.
10) Sasktel Saskatchewan Jazz Festival
If you love Jazz or music, this is one festival you will want to go to! Pretty sweet.
Mmmmm. July 19th-24th. Everybody likes to eat!
July 28th-August6th. Great place for unique things!
13) Saskatoon Exibition (August 9th-14th)
EVERYBODY goes to this one! I have to admit that this place is getting a little scary at night. If you have a family or you are scared easily ,I highly recommend that you go during the day. Just saying…
14) Folkfest
August 18th-20th. Food, fun and alcohol!
15) Get Married!
Somebody HAS to get married this year, might as well be YOU!! Yay weddings are fun! Do it! I have even included a link from the Justice and Attorney General of Saskatchewan, (how romantic) for frequently asked questions about getting hitched in Saskatoon. BEST DAY EVER!
I didn`t list EVERYTHING happening this summer here in Saskatoon. So if you want to list your event, go right ahead and do so!
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The Children’s Discovery Museum in Saskatoon-7 Fabulous Reasons to Take Your Kids There
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Have you checked out our Children’s Discovery Museum in Saskatoon? If you have kids that are under 10 years old and the weather is not what you want to experience. You should go. It is inside Market Mall, across from the mini golf and it is a lot of fun if you’re a kid, here is what they love best about it:
1) Craft Area
The sweet thing about their craft area, is that they have collected all kinds of different and unique items for kids to create into whatever masterpiece their little hands feel inspired to do. They also display example crafts for your children to try. This area requires your presence so keep this in mind if you bring more than 3 kids with you. (The staff WILL hunt you down! )
2) Camping Area
The camping area is a fabulous mock camping area, complete with a real canoe. If you are like most parents, or maybe me, you will HAVE to climb inside the canoe because it’s a canoe and so damn cool! They also have a tent set up, a little pretend fire pit with real wood and trees to compliment their forest theme. Great for kids that love outdoor adventures.
3) Stage
Maybe you have a budding performer?? The Discovery Museum has a dress up area with masks and costumes backstage, so that your child can dress up and do their act on stage.
4) Vet Office Clinic
You probably have a child that will be a doctor when they get older! The museum has a desk set up, along with an appointment log and a light table with real animal x-ray images.
5) Cashier
Budding entrepreneurs will flood to the cashier booth and hand out cash to their friends so that they can have the best deal ever when they buy something. I have never met a child that did not enjoy playing store.
Drums, organs and morraca’s oh my! Get ready to hear some noise because at any given moment random children will be playing beautiful music!
7) Pocketbook Friendly
Admission is only $3.50 per child. It is also a non-profit organization, so their focus is right where it should, on our children.
If you would like to add other great reasons why your kids love this museum, please feel free to comment.
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Saskatoon-Where to Find Birthday Decorations For Your Child’s Party
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Birthday party‘s are best when there is an abundance of decorations, just ask the birthday kid! The best way to buy the right decorations is to:
- Pick a theme.
- Pick 3 colors that support it.
- Choose some games for the kiddies.
- Set a budget.
Where do you find birthday decorations in Saskatoon?
1. Walmart
We have 3 stores here in Saskatoon, Stonebridge is the best location for everything. Depending on the season, you can get some pretty cool, inexpensive toys for the goody bags too! Walmart has a birthday section, it has the basics for your childs party and everything as you know is priced afforably.
2. Dollarama
The store that I find has the best selection and the most product, is the one in Willowgrove/Arbor Creek/Erindale area. I like Dollarama because the store is smaller and filled will things that kids love. Mostly cheap and lasts for a few months of enjoyment.
If you are looking to kick it up a notch, check out Bibbidi, they have costumes for girls party’s. They specialize in princess and have adorable princess costumes for your party.
There is a great place online, called Birthday Express. They provide you with everything you need for your child’s birthday party, minus the cake. You will love the site, check it out!
5. Birthday Cakes
I always find great cakes at any grocery store, Dairy Queen or Jerry‘s. Check out their cakes. If you do not find any that you like, they have a binder with cakes that they can design for your child’s party. If you want an extra fancy cake, have a look at Sugar Moon Cake Co in Saskatoon. They make beautful cakes!
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Saskatoon Forestry Farm: 6 New Ways to Enjoy It!
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If you live in Saskatoon I am quite certain that you have been to the Forestry Farm, even more so if you are a parent. In fact, you probably have a season pass, because it is kinda like giving charity to our zoo animals. Us Saskatonians are a thoughtful bunch that way.
After going to the Forestry Farm 3 times, you probably feel confident that you have seen all there is to see. I am giving you new glasses today and 6 new ways to enjoy our friendly neighborhood zoo…
1. Quarters
No not for the bars that are prohibited here in Saskatoon, but for the birds. The next time you check out the Forestry Farm, bring a pocket full of quarters for bird seed. For your entire duration while in the park gates, resolve to only seeking out birds and feeding them. This will shift your entire experience. When you are all out of bird seed, disinfect your hands and go home; today was bird day, NOTHING else.
2. Random Walk
On Random Walk zoo day, you are only permitted to walk off the beaten path. You may need a child leading you on this day’s adventure. Spend the morning walking on all the natural paths that swing around the animal gates and the other paved, much more taken paths. The best way to prepare for Random Walk day is to tell your child (if you don’t have one, get ready to get strange looks when doing this) that today is adventure day and have them lead you on the random walk.
3. Picnic
You have done this. DON’T do this at the benches in front of the concession area. THAT’S not a picnic, that’s lunch…outside. Bring a blanket, your little lunch kit of food and hand sanitizer! Have a picnic in the zoo area (preferably away from bird feces). The Forestry Farm has beautiful trees and nicely shaded areas for relaxing and picnicking.
4. Train Day
Train day is great for lazy days or the super hot ones where your shoes are melting to the cement. Hop aboard the train and enjoy a little of the scenery, that you may not regularly enjoy because the train ride covers the entire perimeter of the zoo and let’s face it, that’s a big walk for your day off. After your exhausting train ride, go home and nap…your deserve one!
5. Tourist Day
Do you own a flower shirt and a camera?? You are soo ready for this! You need friends with the same gear, large group is best. On Tourist day you take 300 pictures and ask total strangers to hold your purse or bag while they take your picture. You want pictures of you standing in front of EVERYTHING! In fact, grab a local and get a picture with them too and mumble to your friend how they look like so and so and how that’s weird. Post that on Facebook, best day EVER.
6. Forget Glasses
On THIS special day, you need glasses ones that help you read stuff. But oops, wouldn’t you know it, you forgot them at home! Silly you! As you walk through the zoo, everytime you get to a new enclosure ask your new friend (the stranger standing beside you) to read the plastic animal info chart and tell you what it says. When they are done reading it, you say hmm that doesn’t make any sense, with a confused look on your face. Maybe this one should be entitled forget brain day, whatever you call it, it will be a unique experience.
Okay, there are your 6 NEW ways to enjoy our classic Saskatoon Forestry Farm, I didn’t say they were good ways, I just said they were new and they are, until you do them, then well, technically they’re not.
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