Olympic-Themed Snacks!

The torch has been lit, the Olympics are here! After much anticipation, the Olympics officially begin today. (Opening Ceremonies are at 1:30 P.M. ET! Download the CBC app to watch for free!) With so many different events, there is a lot in store for this year that you can watch from the comfort of your home. To spice things up, here are some fun Olympic themed snack ideas that you can prepare for your enjoyment.

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Go On a Letter Hunt with Your Family

Think outside the box this summer while helping your littles to search for letters. Here’s a unique activity that will engage the whole family: a letter scavenger hunt that you can turn into a fun family keepsake. This imaginative game involves finding and photographing objects around you that resemble letters of the alphabet. Not only does it foster observation skills and creativity, but it also provides an opportunity for families or friends to connect in a new way while exploring their surroundings.

This article was provided by our friends at Camp IAWAH, the summer fun experts. Learn more at iawah.com.

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And the Nominees Are...

GMA has revealed the nominees for the 55th Annual Dove Awards: Brandon Lake takes the lead with sixteen nominations including Artist of the Year, the most any artist has been nominated in a single year in the Awards' 55-year history!
The awards take place on October 1st in Nashville, TN.

Click here for the FULL LIST of nominees.

Summer Letter from the CHRI Team

With your support during the lean summer months, CHRI can continue the outflowing of God’s love and peace over the airwaves and bear witness to God’s truth in the face of the world’s adversity.

Please read more for a letter from Bill as we invite you to partner with God and CHRI in this cultural war.

Click here to make your gift of support.

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Jump into Shape with a Jump Rope Only Workout!

Summer is the perfect season to embrace the great outdoors and invigorate your fitness routine. Whether you're a senior looking to boost your cardiovascular health, a parent seeking a fun activity for the whole family, or simply someone eager to try something new, jump rope exercises offer a fantastic way to stay active. And did we mention...super affordable as well?! All you need is a jump rope and a pair of running shoes!

Click here for 15 fun jump rope exercises (with video tutorials)!

Preserve, Display and Share Your Summer Memories

You already know that when summer ends, you'll have thousands of pictures on your phone to sort through and won't know what to do with! 

(Care currently has 12,674 photos on her phone. How many do you have?)

Read more for some creative ways to preserve, share, and display your summer memories!

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You can talk yourself out of a dream and you can talk yourself into it.

Every Monday at 5:00 P.M. ET, Care Baldwin shares a Monday Motivation quote along with a message to encourage you in your life and faith. Today's quote is from pastor Joel Osteen.

"You can talk yourself out of a dream and you can talk yourself into it."

Read more for the audio replay + transcript of Care's message!

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Step Into The World of DIY

Today, we are stepping into the world of DIY! If you are a seasoned DIY-er, you will love this one. If you've never done a DIY, that's okay! This is still doable. Improve on your hand-eye coordination with this fun activity that the whole family can get involved in!

And if you enjoy it, bring it back out for a pre-game event ahead of the Ottawa REDBLACK's Faith Day coming up on Saturday, September 7th!

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Learn A New Language This Summer

Philippians 2:11 “...and every tongue should confess that Jesus Christ is Lord, to the glory of God the Father.”

Now that summer has hit and many have an abundance of time on their hands, why not give a shot at learning a new language? The world is a place where many different peoples and cultures dwell, each of them bringing its own uniqueness. One of the biggest differences is the diversity of languages. Learning a new language can help you connect with others from a different culture and increases the number of people that you can communicate and share ideas with. If you have foreign roots, learning the language of your heritage can also be a great motivation to start. Read more for some language learning resources that would help you start.

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Outdoor Movie Night

After a long day, many people take some time to relax by watching a show or a movie. Now that summer is reigning, it would be a perfect time to enjoy your home cinema outside! Set up a big white screen, a projector, and your favourite movie snacks to make the experience feel cinematic. Invite some family/friends over. Have a rerun of your old favourites. This is a very customizable activity that you can tweak to your liking. Checkout our detailed instructions for hosting your own movie night!

Another alternative are drive-in theaters which there are a few located in Ottawa. Here is a link to some near Ottawa: littlemissottawa.com. Happy watching!