Host A Bake-Off

Are you a baking lover? Or a lover of the many different baking competition shows that seem to keep popping up on Netflix? Or maybe you're just looking for a new activity to do with your friends? Try hosting a bake-off! A bake-off is a fun activitiy to do with some friends, create some excitement and competition, and refine your baking skills. 

Read more for tips on hosting your own bake-off! 

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Visit a Local Food Truck

We asked our Facebook followers to shoutout their favourite food trucks in the region, and many of you answered! Enjoy a yummy meal and support one of the many local food trucks in Ottawa and surrounding areas this summer!

Check out some of our listener's favourites. 

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Host Your Own Outdoor Movie

Hosting an outdoor movie is a great way to bring your friends and family together, enjoy a movie and some snacks, and take advantage of the beautiful outdoors while the weather is still warm. Plus, it is a COVID-compliant way to get together with friends! 

Read more to host your own outdoor movie night right in your backyard.

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10 Things to Do with Kids on Summer Nights

The kids have been out of school for a couple of weeks now, and you may find yourself already searching for new ways to keep your kids entertained as the sun goes down at night. I recently came across this article from Lisa at imom.com of activities to do with your kids on summer nights. She included lots of fun ideas, and I couldn't help but wanting to be a kid again after reading all of them!

Read more for some inspiration to keep your kids entertained and having fun on summer nights.

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The Best Places for Stargazing in Ontario

The beauty and mystery of a sky full of stars makes stargazing one of the most mesmerizing and humbling experiences we can enjoy. Our universe is full of wonder, and understanding more about the things outside of our planet can be a very humbling experience and lead to a deeper appreciation for God's creation. 

Thankfully, in Ontario we have many parks and areas of land outside of the big city lights, that make for a great stargazing experience. ToDoCanada.ca has put together an article of all the top places in Canada with the darkest night skies best for stargazing.

There is also an app called Skyview, available on both Apple (Apple SkyView Lite [Free] or Apple SkyView [$2.79]) and Android (Google SkyView Lite [Free] or Google SkyView [2.79]), that allows you to simply point your camera up to the sky and spot all of the constellations, galaxies, and other celestial objects directly above you, with precision!

We hope you take an opportunity this summer, when the sky is clear and the air is warm, to spend an hour or two stargazing!

Must-Try Ice Cream Shops in the Ottawa Region

Who doesn't love a giant, melty cone of ice cream on a hot sunny day? Ice cream is an essential summer treat - and, thankfully, our listening region has PLENTY of awesome ice cream stops. We've put together a list of our favourites. 

Read more for some must-try ice-cream stops this summer! 

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Take Your Backyard Campfire to the Next Level

Whether you have a fire pit in your backyard or not, a family campfire is so much fun. At IAWAH we like to sing songs and play games around the campfire. And of course, there are s'mores. There is something wonderful about time spent around the fire. Why don't you grab your marshmallows, and pull up a seat around your very own family campfire? We've collected some ideas to help you make your backyard campfire a success.

Read more for tips and links to help you take you make the most out of your family campfire!

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10 Fun Facts About Canada You Probably Didn't Know

Happy Canada D'Eh! Another year has gone by where festivities have had to be scaled back due to COVID. However you are choosing to celebrate this year, remember to stay safe and protect your furry friends if there will be fireworks nearby!

Read more for 10 fun facts about Canada, originally from Today's Parent!

Disclaimer: CHRI does not endorse the views, thoughts, and opinions expressed by the authors or organizations in the linked articles.

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CHRI Crossword Puzzle

How well do you know CHRI? Test your knowledge by completing this crossword puzzle! 

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Celebrating 7 Years of Menchie's Barrhaven

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