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Remember when we didn't have a statutory holiday in February? It wasn't that long ago that Family Day was established, so it's possible that your family hasn't developed any enduring traditions around the day. Family Day is undeniably a welcome break in a month that can be cold and grey. Most of us need to spend more time together with our families and this is a chance to celebrate some together time. If you are looking for something to do with your family, here's a list of events taking place in and around Oakville on Monday, February 18. Places to see and things to do oakville.ca. For the King's Shilling: A War of 1812 Encampment Explore an officer's tent as it would have been during the War of 1812, discover what soldiers were given to eat and learn about Burlington's role in the conflict at Joseph Brant Museum. The exhibit that takes visitors back in time, highlighting the military lifestyle is there until June. For information visit www.museumsofburlington.com or call 905-634-3556. event that features dino games, crafts and a sing-along around an indoor campfire. Sleep in the RBG's auditorium "under the stars" or reserve a tent while supplies last. Snack and breakfast included. For details visit www.rbg.ca or call 905-527-1158. Happy Family Day! Monday, February 18 (Family Day) Make Your Move Family Day 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Get your family moving! More than 100 free activities to choose from including skating, swimming, children's play zone, yoga, karate to name a few. Activities will take place at all Town of Oakville community centres. For more information visit www.oakville.ca. Family Day at the Oakville Museum 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.: Activities and events for all ages including toe tapping music in the parlour with the Playford Players at 11:30 a.m., 1 p.m., 2:15 p.m. and War of 1812 re-enactors at 11 a.m., 1 and 2 p.m., drop-in crafts and mystery hunt through the museum. No registration is required for this free event. For details call 905-338-4400 or visit www.oakville.ca. Meet the Paleontologist 11 a.m. & 1 p.m.: Internationally renowned dinosaur hunter Dr. Phil Manning from the University of Manchester will be on hand to answer questions at the Royal Botanical Gardens as part of the ongoing Dinosaurs: Battle of the Titans exhibit. For details visit www.rbg.ca or call 905-527-1158. Family Day at Glen Eden A great way to spend the day together as a family. Enjoy snow sports on the slopes including tubing at the tube park. Extensive lighting for nighttime fun. Call 905-8785011 or visit www.gleneden.on.ca. 15 · Friday, February 15, 2013 OAKVILLE BEAVER · www.insideHALTON.com Until April 7 Dinosaurs: Battle of the Titans 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.: Royal Botanical Gardens presents dinosaurs like you've never seen them before. Special events in February include clay sculpting workshops, junior paleontology club, meet the paleontologist, and more. For details visit www.rbg.ca or call 905-527-1158. Until June 2 Children's Wear: Can you Imagine? Hand sewn dresses, sweaters, coats, sailor suits, shoes and play clothes all tucked away and saved for history. Get a glimpse of how children's fashion trends have changed over time at Oakville's Erchless Estate. For details call 905-845-6601 or visit www. February 16 to 18 Tales by a Winter Fire 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.: Experience winter in the country at Mountsberg Wildlife Centre with a horse-drawn sleigh ride and stories around the fire. For details call 905-8542276. Kids-Fest Inflatable Show Kids can bounce the day away at the indoor inflatable show. Play laser tag, rock climb and be entertained by stage shows at the Canadian Warplane Heritage Museum, Hamilton. Free parking. Call 905-779-0422 or visit www.Kids-Fest.ca for details. FEBRUARY 17 & 18 Dino-Snores Sleepover 7 p.m. to 10 a.m.: Tour the Battle of the Titans dinosaur exhibit at the Royal Botanical Gardens at night by flashlight during this Kevin Corcoran and his son son Logan skate at last year's Make Your Move Family Day event. Photo by Michael Ivanin/Metroland Media Group FAMILY DAY FUN FEBRUARY 18, 2013 11AM - MR. BALLOONATIC 2PM - THE TREVOR SHOW LIVE INTERACTIVE DANCE SHOW & HIS AMAZING BALLOON GIVEAWAYS 4PM - WHIMZ OPEN 10AM-6PM LIVE ANIMAL SHOW FANTASY FAIR & FOOD COURT Hwy 427 & Rexdale Blvd. | 416-674-5437 | fantasyfair.ca