It's that time of summer where we've hit the halfway point and I start panicking that I haven't done all the things! Let's all take a deep breath. There is still plenty of summer fun to be had!

We took a road trip to London last week. My first solo parenting road trip with the kids. Overall it was a success... other than my 18-month-old chucking my car keys into a toilet at an On Route in Woodstock.🤦‍♀️

🚤 Long weekend alert! This is traditionally a weekend we spend up north at my parents' place — the kids decorate our boat for the annual boat parade and compete in swimming races at the regatta.

For those staying in the city, there is tons going on. Keep scrolling to plan your long weekend!

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🎆 Les Grands Feux du Casino Lac-Leamy — Fireworks Over the Ottawa River
The 29th edition of Ottawa's beloved international fireworks competition is back! Les Grands Feux du Casino Lac-Leamy lights up the sky over the Ottawa River every Wednesday and Friday from July 29 to August 15. This week catch shows on Friday August 1 and Wednesday August 5. Free to watch from many spots along the Ottawa River!

🚂 Summer Train Rides at the Railway Museum of Eastern Ontario
Hop aboard for heritage train rides every Sunday in July and August, 11AM–2PM at the Canada Science and Technology Museum. Tickets are first come, first served at the gift shop!

🏀 Free Basketball Program for Kids — Orléans
Free basketball program for kids ages 8–12 running every Sunday July 19–August 16, 9:30–10:30AM at Francois Dupuis Recreation Centre, 2263 Portobello Blvd, Orléans. Register now — spots are limited!

🎪 Barrhaven Annual Carnival for Kids — Volunteers Needed!
The Barrhaven Annual Carnival for Kids is happening August 22, 1–6PM at Larkin Park — a free community event raising money for CHEO! Volunteers needed — email [email protected] to get involved.

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Friday, July 31 · ☀️ 26°C

Saturday, August 1 · ⛅ 27°C

Sunday, August 2 · 🌧️ 25°C

Monday, August 3 · ⛅ 26°C

Tuesday, August 4 · ⛈️ 27°C

Wednesday, August 5 · ☀️ 28°C

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