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MARCH 2010

Parenting Your Strong-Willed Child
March 3, 7 - 8:30 pm
An informative teaching and Q&A session with Christine Kutzner, a family and child counsellor specializing in childhood development, children with ADHD and play-based therapy with extensive experience as a family counsellor and parent educator. Is your child's behaviour dominating the family? Find out how to live with and parent the strong-willed child. Christine will explore personality and temperament issues, as well as parent fit, and provide easy-to-use tips and strategies for daily life.
Cost: $10
Location: Grand Boulevard Parent Participation Preschool, 520 East 20th Avenue, North Vancouver, BC
Info: info@newandgreen.com

Mother Goose Program
March 5 - 26, 10:15 - 11:15 am
Parents with their infants/toddlers (0-2 yrs) learn nursery rhymes, songs and stories in a group setting. Drop in or register.
Location: Park Royal Mall South, Community Room, 2nd floor, West Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-632-2667

Inspired in the City
March 6, 11 am - 4 pm
An amazing collection of local products and support services for moms and families. Fantastic gift bags for the first 150 visitors. FREE.
Location: Thompson Community Centre, 5151 Granville Avenue, Richmond, BC
Info: www.youpillows.com

Magic for Munchkins
March 7, 12 noon - 3 pm
Magic show, balloon twisting, comedy, refreshments, party favours. A fun and interactive event for little munchkins. Preregistration required. Recommended age for this event is 3 years and up.
Cost: $12 admission fee
Location: babycheeks, 101 - 14012 32nd Avenue, South Surrey, BC
Info: 778-292-0495 or email babycheeks@shaw.ca to prebook your spot

Pricing Strategies for Your Business by Michelle Tice, Savvy Mom Media
March 9, 7 - 9 pm
s pricing an art or a science? A key element in most businesses, pricing is often overlooked. Michelle Tice of Savvy Mom Media will address some key principles of pricing more effectively as well as discuss the pros and costs of various pricing strategies and tactics. We will also preview the 2010 Savvy Mom Entrepreneur of the Year Award details. Maybe this is your year to win! RSVP via the website if you plan to attend.
Cost: Free for EMN members and first-time guests
Location: Tides Renewal Centre, Hollyhock Room, 3rd Floor, 163 West Hastings Street, Vancouver, BC
Info: www.enterprisingmomsnetwork.com/vancouver.html; RSVP via the website if you plan to attend.

Snap, Splash, Grow! Camp Biodiversity: Spring Break Mini-Camp
March 9 - 11, 9:30 am - 3:30 pm
Explore life on earth and how it's all connected. Use microscopes, make terrariums, do the Animal Olympics, go bug hunting, play games, make cool crafts, and so much more. Camp will be a combination of outdoor/indoor activities, depending on weather.
Cost: $120 for members; $140 non-members
Location: VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-718-5898 or www.vandusen.org

Hello Bella Spring Pamper Party
March 12, 5:30 - 10:30 pm
A soiree of pampering and indulgence. Get ready for spring and freshen up with floral-themed petite cakes and decadent treats from April Cakes. Dazzling jewellery from Purple Studio by Boz Jewellery. Make-up sessions from Mika Oliva. Art for little eyes from Cici Art Factory. Velvety Sounds provided by DJ Leanne. Complimentary refreshments. Cash or cheques only for purchases.
RSVP: to aprilcakes@shaw.ca (first 60 RSVPs get a free gift from Hello Bella) Location: 248 East 10th Avenue, Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-561-2512 or www.aprilcakes.com

VSO Kids' Koncerts - Inspector Tovey Investigates the Instruments of the Orchestra
March 14, 2 pm
With humour and musicianship, Maestrao "Inspector" Tovey illustrates what's going on up there on stage with all the different orchestra instruments.
Location: Orpheum Theatre, Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-876-3434 or www.vancouversymphony.ca

Shop n' Stroll Fitness Class
March 18, 9:30 am
Use your stroller to exercise while taking baby for a ride around the mall. Last 15 mins dedicated to socializing. Dads welcome. FREE. Enter to win a $150 gift certificate to Lululemon at info@runnersandbooties.
Location: Oakridge Centre, 41st & Cambie, Vancouver, BC
Info: 778-285-6265 or www.runnersandbootiesfitness.com

Community Happenings Festival
March 21, 2 - 6 pm
Highlighting Vancouver's commitment to sport, culture and sustainability. Arts and crafts, games, sports, cultural performances and food to celebrate the 2010 Winter Games.
Location: Killarney Community Centre, Vancouver, BC
Info: www.vancouver.ca

Raising a Chill Kid
March 22, 7 - 8:30 pm
How to help your child bounce back from stress and anxiety. An informative and interactive evening with child and youth psychologist, Dr. Carla Fry. Open to parents of kids of all ages. Call 604-733-5007 to secure your spot; seating is limited.
Cost: $10
Location: Solarice Wellness Centre, 2200 West 4th Avenue, Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-733-5007 or www.therapysites.com/sites/drcarlafry.com

Behind the Scenes at Maplewood Farm
March 25 & 27, 11 am and 2 pm
Parents and children get to prepare grain and hay for the animals, prepare stalls, groom ponies, collect and wash up chicken eggs for one hour. Cost: $12.50 per child (incl one adult).
Location: Maplewood Farm, 405 Seymour River Place, North Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-985-FARM

VSO Tiny Tots: Cirque de Classic
March 26, 10 am, 11:30 am & 1:30 pm
Filled with magic, movement and classic miniatures.
Location: Vancouver Playhouse, Hamilton & Dunsmuir, Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-876-3434 for tix or www.vancouversymphony.ca

What's that Bird
March 28, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm or 1:30 - 3:30 pm
Walk around the garden and learn about the birds that make the garden their home. Build your own recycled bird feeder so you can have your own feathered friends visiting your home this spring. Fee includes supplies.
Cost: $15 for members; $20 non-members
Location: VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-718-5898 or www.vandusen.org

APRIL 2010

Easter Egg Decorating
Apr. 1, 2:30 - 5:30 pm
Decorate colourful eggs. Bring a container so that you can take your creations home to enjoy. Children must be accompanied by an adult; only children required to pay. A KCC membership is required.
Location: Kerrisdale Community Centre, 5851 West Boulevard, Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-257-8100 or www.kerrisdalecc.com

Easter Eggstravaganza
Apr. 1, 5 - 7 pm
Games, arts and crafts, bouncy castle, Easter egg hunt. Ages 2-6 yrs. Cost: $5 per child.
Location: West End Community Centre, 870 Denman, Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-257-8333 or www.vancouver.ca

Easter Egg-o-Rama
Apr. 1, 10:15 - 11:45 am
Join us for a fun morning of Easter crafts, cookie decorating, a giant Easter Egg Hunt and visits with the Easter Bunny. Parent participation is required; maximum of two children per guardian. Pre-registration is required.
Location: Douglas Recreation Centre, 20550 Douglas Crescent, Langley, BC
Info: 604-514-2865 or www.city.langley.bc.ca

Dundarave Easter Egg Hunt
Apr. 3, 11 am - 12:30 pm
Each participant receives a map to hunt for 12,000 chocolate Easter eggs and a chance to win a plush Easter bunny.
Location: 2400-block Marine Drive, West Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-903-7526

The Great A-mazing Egg Hunt
Apr. 3, 10 am - 12 noon
Mr. Bunny makes a special guest appearance at VanDusen Botanical Garden to host The Great A-Mazing Egg Hunt. Celebrations get underway at 10 am, with children dropping into the craft tent to decorate an egg bag in which to carry their precious finds and participate in other seasonal crafts. At 11 am sharp, Mr. Bunny and Philbert open the gates to the Maze and the surrounding area and the hunt is on. Participants must pre-register (so that Purdy's Chocolates knows how many eggs to supply) and must prepay by 4 pm on Friday, Mar. 19. Drop-ins cannot be accommodated. Registrations taken in person only and on a first-come basis at VanDusen's Garden Shop. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
Cost: $5 for children 6 - 11 yrs; $9.25 per adult (kids under 6 are free)
Location: VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 VanDusen Botanical Garden, Vancouver, BC
Info: www.vandusengarden.org

Easter Eggtravaganza
Apr. 3, 1 - 3 pm
Bouncy equipment, games and crafts. And a visit from the Easter Bunny, who will be bringing Easter treats. Children (2-10 yrs) must purchase tickets and be accompanied by an adult. Register in advance. A KCC membership is not required.
Cost: $5 per child
Location: Kerrisdale Community Centre, 5851 West Boulevard, Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-257-8100 or www.kerrisdalecc.com

Mini Play Palace & Crafts
Apr. 4 & 5, 11 am - 3 pm
Your holiday Play Palace drop-in fee includes access to a variety of games, toys and equipment suitable for children up to 7 yrs. This special Play Palace event does not require a membership, but anyone who presents a valid family membership can drop in for just $3 per child instead of the usual $5.
Cost: $5 per child
Location: Kerrisdale Community Centre, 5851 West Boulevard, Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-257-8100 or www.kerrisdalecc.com

Bellies to Babies Celebration
Apr. 18, 11 am - 4 pm
A one-of-a-kind event offering unique opportunities for new and expectant parents to explore and shop for trendy baby fashions, dˇcor and more. Community resources and support services will be on-hand to answer questions for new and expecting parents. Register to attend.
Location: Croatian Cultural Centre, 3270 Commercial Drive, Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-908-8835 or www.belliestobabiescelebration.com

Earth Day at Capilano Suspension Bridge
Apr. 22 - 26, 9 am - 6 pm daily
Participate in the Rainforest Explorer Program. Kids can enjoy the craft area where they'll learn how to make crafts using reclaimed materials. Guests can take part in an eco-tour with a nature guide to learn more about the flora and fauna of the West Coast Temperate Rainforest or they can visit the Treehouse for an education talk about trees as habitat.
Location: Capilano Suspension Bridge, 3735 Capilano Road, North Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-985-7474 or www.capbridge.com

Jewellery Making Demo and Free Make-and-Take
Apr. 24 & 25, 2 - 4 pm
Jewellery-making demonstration and free make-and-take of earrings, cell phone charms or zipper charms at S & S Studio - Beading Supplies.
Location: S & S Studio7 - 3130 St. Johns St, Port Moody, BC
Info: 604-469-3327 or www.ssstudio.org

I Heart Planet Earth!
Apr. 24
Celebrate Earth Day. Investigate the garden and the importance of preserving our natural world. Propagate your own plant and make a special earth-friendly craft.
Cost: $15 for members; $20 non-members
Location: VanDusen Botanical Garden, 5251 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-718-5898 or www.vandusen.org

Playland Open
Apr. 24 - June 27
Location: Hastings Street and Renfrew Street, Vancouver, BC
Info: www.pne.ca

MAY 2010

Fingerling Festival
May 1, 11 am - 3 pm
Join us for this free family event, the Tri-Cities' largest environmental festival: help release young chum salmon into Noons Creek; meet conservation groups and local organizations; enjoy crafts and games for kids; and see Bobs and Lolo perform.
Location: Noons Creek Hatchery and Port Moody Rec Centre, 300 Ioco Road, Port Moody, BC
Info: 604-469-9106 or www.noonscreek.org

Creme de la Creme Baby
May 2, 11 am - 4 pm
An exclusive event for discerning parents, showcasing the most luxurious products and services for little ones and their Mommies.
Location: Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver, BC
Info: www.cremedelacreme.ca

Vancouver Chinatown Night Market
May 14 - Sept. 5
Asian traditional crafts, gifts, ethnic snacks at this night market.
Location: Roundhouse Community Centre, 181 Roundhouse Mews, Vancouver, BC
Info: www.vcma.shawbiz.ca

Children's Festival
May 17 - 24
A festival for young audiences.
Location: Vanier Park, 1100 Chestnut Street, Vancouver BC
Info: www.childrensfestival.ca

Victoria Day Cookie Decorating
May 21, 3:30 - 5 pm
Celebrate Victoria Day weekend and decorate cookies in honour of the Queen and Canada. This fun, interactive class will have cookies in all sorts of festive shapes and sizes to serve as a palate for your masterpiece creations. Remember to bring a container so you can take your cookies home. Adult participation not required. A valid KCC membership required.
Location: Kerrisdale Community Centre, 5851 West Boulevard, Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-257-8100 or www.kerrisdalecc.com

Cloverdale Rodeo & Country Fair
May 21 - 24
See some of the worldÕs top cowboys and cowgirls. Family-friendly fun, entertainment and rodeo action.
Location: 6050 - 176 Street, Surrey, BC
Info: 604-576-9461 or www.cloverdalerodeo.com

Victoria Day Preschool Open Gym
May 24, 1:30 - 3:30 pm
An opportunity for your preschooler to play in our gym with various toys and equipment. Adult participation is required as is valid membership for both child and adult.
Cost: $3 per child
Location: Kerrisdale Community Centre, 5851 West Boulevard, Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-257-8100 or www.kerrisdalecc.com

JUNE 2010

Childrun
June 6
Join the fight against childhood cancer in this family-friendly 1K or 5K.
Location: BC Children's Hospital, 4480 Oak Street, Vancouver, BC
Info: www.childrun.ca

Point Grey Fiesta
June 18 - 20
Bring the family to this great event in Trimble Park in Vancouver. Free entertainment, parade, great shopping and a family-friendly carnival provided by Shooting Star Amusements - Family Friendly Midway. Event opens on Friday, June 18 at 3 pm, and at 11 am on Saturday, June 19 and 12 noon on Sunday, June 20.
Location: Trimble Park, West 10th Avenue and Discovery, Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-888-6634 or www.shootingstar.ca or www.pointgreyfiesta.org

Bobs & Lolo Concert
June 21, 3:30 - 5 pm pm
Celebrate the Summer Solstice and decorate cookies to mark the first day of summer. Bring a container so that you can take your creations home. Adult participation not required. Ages 5 - 12.
Location: Kerrisdale Community Centre, 5851 West Boulevard, Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-257-8100 or www.kerrisdalecc.com

Summer Solstice Cookie Decorating
June 20, 1 - 2 pm
This interactive family concert with Bobs & Lolo will get you and your kids on your feet, singing and dancing. Membership not required.
Cost: $8 per person (2 yrs +) or $28 per family of 4 Location: Kerrisdale Community Centre, 5851 West Boulevard, Vancouver, BC
Info: 604-257-8100 or www.kerrisdalecc.com

JULY 2010

Surrey Canada Day
July 1
Western Canada's largest celebration. Bring the family to Millennium Park to celebrate Canada's birthday. Lots of free events for children. Listen to free music, enjoy the Family Friendly Midway presented by Shooting Star Amusements.
Location: Millennium Park, Cloverdale, BC
Info: 604-591-4598 or www.shootingstar.ca or www.canadaday.surrey.ca

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Urbanbaby & Toddler Magazine, 2010
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