Story Time

We know the holidays can be a hectic time for working moms. Unwind from a busy day by curling up on the couch (or into bed!) with the kids and reading them Christmas Eve At The Mellops' by Tomi Ungerer. The four Mellops brothers all want to surprise their family with a Christmas tree. It's a sweet story that is beautifully illustrated, and reading it as a family is a delightful way to get some quality time with the ones you love the most.

$14.95 (Hardcover) at ca.phaidon.com

Sketch-y Times

We're huge fans of board games and we've come across our newest favourite. Hilarity ensued when we brought Telestrations (USAopoly) to a recent family function. It's the "telephone game sketched out" and was a big hit! For four to eight players, all players simultaneously draw, pass and guess to reveal unpredictable and often ridiculous outcomes.

Check out this short video for a demo on how to play:


It's said to be "even more fun if you can’t draw", and we can certainly vouch for that. Get this game for guaranteed laugh-out-loud fun at your next gathering!

$31.99 at chapters.indigo.ca

CCG Giveaway Alert!*

Hey CCG Fans, we're giving five lucky readers each their own Telestrations game! All you have to do is head over to our Facebook page, "Like" our page and tell us what your favourite board game is (besides Telestrations, of course!). You'll then be automatically entered into a random draw for a chance to win 1 of 5 Telestrations games. To be eligible for the draw, be sure to post your answer on our Facebook page by Friday, October 28th at 8 PM (EST).

Winners will be announced on our Facebook page, as well as right here on the official CCG site so check back with us after the contest closing time to see if you won. Good luck!

*Rules & Regulations: CONTEST IS OPEN TO CANADIAN RESIDENTS ONLY. No purchase necessary. One entry per person per household. We reserve the right to cancel this contest at any time.

Father’s Day Gift Ideas: 12 Presents Dad Will Love

Dad’s special day is June 19th, and we’ve got gift ideas for every kind of papa. Check out our 12 suggestions and find the perfect Father’s Day present, but be warned—some of these gifts even mom would want!

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Sushi Dress-Up

Sushi is one of the prettiest foods to look at, so it's only natural for its serving vessel to be just as arty. The next time you order in from your favourite Japanese restaurant, give your maki rolls a whimsically dressed-up presentation with the adorable Sushi Service for Two. The six-piece set comes complete with two each of a serving plate, dipping bowl & holder, and set of chopsticks.

$16.99 at joieshop.ca