Victoria Day weekend is here or maybe better known as May 2-4
It is usually the first official kick off to summer for us all here in Canada. we start our gardens, go camping, head to the beach and go on fun family picnics. Canadians love the outdoors and we love our long weekends. With any luck the weather will continue to be great and we will all have a blast.
Target Canada is opening all throughout this great country of ours (if yours is not open it will be soon) To celebrate the kick off to summer they have everything we need for our long weekends and fun family outings. I was sent a bunch of goodies to create some picnic snacks for my kids.
ROAD TRIP ESSENTIALS
The family road trip can be tough – often inching along as everyone hits the highway for the inaugural cottage visit or weekend away. To keep kids occupied (and drivers sane), be sure to pack the following:
- Snacks – keep a secret stash of goodies to make a long trip a bit more bearable (and fast food pit stops to a minimum). Target’s owned brands Market Pantry and Archer Farms have a variety of snack items including fruit strips, granola, chips and popcorn to snack on along the way
- Car friendly games – for long drives, best to pack some car friendly games and books to keep little ones occupied and entertained.
- iPad – make sure the family iPad is fully charged for tech savvy kids to quietly play their favourite games in the back.
- DVD – great for a rainy day or dull drive, pack favourite movies for the DVD player, such as The Rise of the Guardians, Mulan or The Lorax.
- Safety First – with so many cars on the highway, make sure to have a fully stocked first aid kit in the trunk
For our trip to the beach I mixed up some goodies from Target and made Smores Trail Mix
Smores Trail mix
- What you need
- 1 bag of chocolate chips
- 1 bag of mini marshmallows
- 1 box of Golden Grahams Crunch
Add equal parts to a large bowl
Mix and separate into mini bags or cups/bowls with lids
Takes with you and enjoy
A yummy recipe you can try from Target Canada is Chickpea & Feta Dip. Perfect for the cottage or sitting out on the deck with guests
- 2 cans (15 ounces each) chickpeas (garbanzo beans), rinsed
- 2/3 cup crumbled feta cheese, divided
- 1/3 cup roasted red pepper strips, divided
- 1 clove garlic
- 3 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
- Juice of 1/2 lemon
- TRISCUIT Crackers
Here’s how:
- Process chickpeas, 1/2 cup cheese, 1/4 cup peppers and next 4 ingredients in food processor until smooth.
- Spoon into serving bowl; top with remaining cheese and peppers.
- Serve with crackers
HONEY GRAHAM CRUNCH SMORES BARS
What you need:
- 3 Tbsp. butter
- 3 cups miniature marshmallows
- 4 cups Honey Graham Crunch cereal
- 1 1/2 cups Market Pantry miniature marshmallows
- 1 (11.5 oz.) bag milk chocolate chips
Here’s how:
1. Spray 8 or 9-inch square pan with cooking spray.
2. Melt butter in large saucepan over LOW heat; add 3 cups miniature marshmallows. Cook and
stir until melted and smooth; remove from heat. Add cereal; mix until well coated.
3. Press firmly into prepared pan with the back of a buttered spoon or waxed paper. Sprinkle 1
1/2 cups miniature marshmallows in single layer over top.*
4. Heat chocolate chips in medium microwave-safe bowl on HIGH 1 minute; stir. Heat in
additional 10 second increments until completely melted. Spread evenly over top of marshmallows. Let stand until chocolate is set.
– Makes 16 bars
Target Canada has everything you need for entertaining on the long weekend.
- Plastic makes perfect – with kids running around in bare feet, plastic dishes and stemware make entertaining outside stress free. Target’s Threshold collection carries colourful dishes and serving trays to create a beautiful outdoor tabletop.
- Accessorize – gardens and greenery provide a beautiful backdrop for any occasion. Add to the outdoors with seasonal accessories including bright patio rugs, umbrellas and pillows.
- Ambiance – set the mood with outdoor lanterns and low background music (but remember, sound travels!)
- Food – check the grocery aisle for quick and easy appetizers to pop in the oven as guests arrive.
- Archer Farms’ Spanakopita and Lobster and Cheese bites are crowd pleasers – just make sure you have enough on hand for seconds!
Giveaway time!!
Target Canada wants you to be ready for summer fun. If you are needing to stock up for entertaining or an afternoon at the beach, They have what you need. Enter the form below for your chance. Good luck!
I would put it towards a new vacuum
I could use some new shelves
I'd treat myself to some new, fluffy towels!
I would probably buy some clothes for the boys
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I would probably buy groceries, food staples for my home!
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I would probably buy some more summery tees or clothes!
i would buy summer clothes for the kids and myself if i won!
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sandals and swimming suits for the boys.
CLOTHES & stationaries
Michael and I went to Target at Tillicum in Victoria, BC for the first time last week. He knew that I had been watching the renovations and early anticipating the opening so it was a bit of a surprise when he told me that we were headed there. I saw so many things that I wanted! I plan on going there this week and picking up a few things for Audrey Hepburn the Cat. They have a nice set of queen sized sheets that I would like. They are made in the US by Field Crest and retail for $79.99. I thought that was a great price for 100% cotton and 600 thread cout plus it will fit up to a 20" mattress. I have been holding off from buying new sheets because I wanted a set made in the US and I was hoping that my local Target would have these and they do 🙂 My last set of sheets were made in Canada and on the package I read that it would fit up to a 17" mattress…but not even close…it is a struggle to make the bed. Sorry for the long post but Target excites me!!
I'd probably get some groceries!
Anne Taylor
I would buy some new clothes for the kids.
I'd buy a toaster
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I would like some new towels.
I would get clothes! My summer wardrobe is a little pathetic right now.
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I would pick up summer clothes for the kids!
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I would buy some more summer clothes for the kids, can never have enough shorts the way they play in the dirt hehe
some new sandals
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I would buy groceries with it!
A new coffee pot 🙂
I would probably buy groceries.
a good pillow
Some ingredients to make some great summer meals! 🙂
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I'd probably spend it on my girls, clothes/toys/makeup..
I would buy some Roots clothing made for Target
I would be using the giftcard to buy some clothes for the kids and maybe pick up some snacks too.
Clothes for me 🙂
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I would buy some bath and body products! Maybe the new Cake beauty line.
a bathing suit and big wide floppy hat and sun screen
i would use it for outdoor gardening items
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Sandals, that is, if summer ever comes!
Some bathroom accessories
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i would buy groceries and maybe summer toys 🙂
I love their fitted sheets. Super deep.
Some clothes for the little dude..and maybe some for me, too!
new clothes!
I would buy clothing for my sons.
I'd get some melamine plates and garden things. Maybe some Archer Farms products. Love their granola.
Thanks!
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I need some new maxi dresses!
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Some summer clothes for my kids.
A summer outfit!
I would buy shoes for my girls, thank you:)
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id buy some much needed groceries
pool supplies!!
Probably some bedding.
i'd buy my boys some new summer clothes
I would buy things for entertaining in my backyard — e.g., some bright dishes, cups, lights
I'd save it for Christmas shopping
I need a shelf and hangers for the guest room. Looking forward to checking them out.
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I am looking for some new bed pillows.
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I'd update my patioware so we can enjoy lounging around on our deck this summer.
We need a new kettle
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I'd buy some baby stuff for my new grandbaby.
I've never been to target but there's one opening in my town. My little one is growing so fast, I think I'd use it to buy her some clothes maybe 🙂
groceries
I would buy some new summer sandals.
My whole family is due for new summer sandals so I think I would start there
New clothes
I would buy groceries
I would buy some new summer clothes and some snacks 🙂
Desperately need some new clothes. Last year I spent only $50 on clothes. 🙁
I would buy a new sheet set.
Laundry soap and towels
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I'd probably buy groceries.
groceries
clothes
I would buy new swim suits if I won.
nail polish and some makeup!
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I need new bath towels and I like their selection.
id buy summer clothes for my kids and a hat
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What about mom? lol, oh well, mom needs to stop putting herself last.
🙂
I need some summer clothes and even basics like socks, underwear and pj's! I am so excited that target will be in walking istance from my home!
I'd get some new clothing for the baby!
i'd buy sam & libby sandals
Some new warm weather clothes.
I would probably buy some summer clothes if I won the target gift card.
Some fun summer toys.
Groceries.
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I am in need of a new blender. Target here I come
Camping supplies
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new summer clothes 🙂
I want to buy a new lamp and lamp shade!
Beth B
I would buy some shorts for myself.
Some summer outfits
Birthday party supplies for my twins upcoming birthday
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summer clothes
Groceries and hair dye
I'd buy my husband's father's day gift with it!
I'd like a new skillet or frying pan.
i buy clothes for the grandkids.
I'd save it for school clothes.
Thanks for the chance.
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Kids need summer clothes
I would buy some plastic dinnerware
a swim suit
I would use it to buy a treat for my husband and I 😉
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Sunscreen, hat, umbrella, and drinks
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I need to buy new bedding and towels.
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thanks
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I would buy some stuff for the garden
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New sheets for the beds.
summer dishes
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a nice summer dress
new summer sandals
I would buy something for the new baby.. diapers perhaps!?!?!
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I would probably buy something to wear for Summer.
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Summer toys for the baby!
coffee for my keurig
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I would love some new patio stuff or mini iPad.
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I would buy food.
coffee
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Summer toys
groceries
I would buy some new clothes for the kids
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Put it towards some baby things as I’m expecting.
My Daughter's 11th Birthday is coming up 🙂
I would buy the kids summer clothes 🙂
I would buy a package of pull ups, just to put away cause you always always need diaper s, but with the rest I would get Van snacks for the summer road trips. There is always so much fun with the road trip snack and treasure boxes and I would be so excited to win my treats..
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I would buy a fathers day gift for my best friend
I would buy some ballet flats
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MY yard i love being out side and love my big yard,I could spend 10 card in my yard
I would put it towards new sheets.
clothes!
I would put it towards a Blu-Ray player!
I'm 30 weeks pregnant with our second – I'd buy something for the new baby and a little something for our first born. 🙂
I need some summer clothes! 🙂
I would buy myself a nice piece of clothing.
I would definitely raid Target's shoe department if I won! I snapped up two pairs for $35 the other day…
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I would be really selfish and instead of buying something for the kids, I would blow it on some of those super cute accessories…maybe a couple of scarves, hats or a fun purse!
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I think I would put it toward a new comforter set. We could use one! 🙂
Clothes for my 9 year old son
My kids really need new shoes and summer clothes!
Something for my boys 🙂
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I'd get some maternity stuff.
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I would either use it towards groceries or something for my son's upcoming 1st birthday!
I would buy diapers for my grand baby.
I need some new towels
Clothes.
I would buy kitchen utensils.
I would buy some new socks and bed sheets
I'd buy a new dress for my daughter!
I would buy clothes for summer.
I would buy some new summer clothes for myself
I would buy some essentials like toilet paper and baking goods
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We need a new micro wave, so would put it towards purchasing one :-).
I'd buy some flip flops for all of my family and maybe a beach toy or two
id buy a new bag to tote around all my summer essentials
I would buy things like razors and other necessities that I despise paying money for. This would be free, therefore pleasurable.
Thank you for the chance.
I would buy my daughter some cute sandals !
Using the GC, I would buy myself a new hairdryer! =D
I would buy new shoes for the summer!
School clothes for my daughter.
I would buy some new bed sheets
I would buy groceries or something for my kids.
i need socks
New summer clothes for sure
i'd buy baby stuff
I would buy some great new summer clothes. I am always the last on the shopping list, so this would be something for me.
I'd get myself some summer flipflops and some makeup
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i will use it to buy new towels
I would buy summer clothes
I'f get a new maxi dress for me!
I would buy some water toys for the kids 🙂
Thank you!
Dawn
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I would use it towards clothes. If that fails on that particular day, I would use it towards desk organization and office supplies.
I would buy new towels.
Groceries and sandles for my kids
I would buy some outdoor toys for the kids