We've been FEATURED: SNAP Oshawa - Momstown Launch Party

momstown Whitby-Ajax and momstown Oshawa-Port Perry collectively teamed up to celebrate our grand opening launches in the Centre Court of Oshawa Centre back in September.

We invited out SNAP Oshawa to cover the event, and we recently found out that we were featured in their November issue. Here's a short blurb of what SNAP Oshawa had to say:

"Moms and children enjoyed a live performance by Keri-Ellen from MusiGo (as seen on Treehouse TV) face painting and balloon animals from Bellybutton the Clown. There were also activities for the children such as colouring and Lego toys along with contests and giveaways." (SNAP Oshawa)

To view the full article, visit the link below:

SNAP Oshawa - Momstown Launch Party

Thanks again to everyone who came out, and helped in making the event the true success that it truly was! We enjoyed meeting each and every one of you!

Nanny Robina: Toddler Shenanigans

Last Friday evening, momstown Whitby-Ajax was invited out to Creative Play Indoor Playground for a 2-hour Toddler Shenanigans seminar hosted by the ultimate Nanny, Nanny Robina.

For those who are unfamiliar with Nanny Robina, she has been a Nanny for over 30 years and is well-known as the resident Nanny on the Slice Networks TV show 'The Mom Show' and for her role on CityTV's 'Cityline'.

We had such great fun learning the in's and out's of toddler shenanigans with Nanny Robina everything from Temper Tantrums, Bottle to Sippy Cup, Dropping the Soother, Potty Training, etc. was covered. We shared many great laughs as we heard some of the funny stories surrounding the Nanny's experiences over the years. It's safe to say all the momstown Moms walked away with a vast full of knowledge that we couldn't wait to put into motion.

We can't wait to team up again with the Nanny again in the future for another great seminar!

Hiring: Advertising Sales Representative

momstown.ca is an on-line network for neighbourhood moms wanting to connect for support, conversation and just plain fun! With a fantastic event calendar and lively and message board, momstown.ca is a great way to get involved with your community while having a blast with your kids! They say it takes a village to raise a child, we say it takes a town!

Are you looking for a way to channel your professional energy while having the flexibility of choosing your own hours and working from home? Do you have an entrepreneurial spirit but still want to spend time with your family and be compensated for it? Then joining momstown.ca could be the answer for you!

Job Description: Advertising Sales Representative

momstown Whitby-Ajax is currently seeking a self-motivated, energetic and enthusiastic individual for a rolling 6 month contract position as an Advertising Sales Representative. In this self-directed role you will sell online advertising and sponsorship opportunities for your local momstown site. This role requires approximately 10 hours per week and is paid in commission. We’re currently looking for Advertising Sales Representatives for our Whitby-Ajax chapter starting immediately.

For further information please email info.whitby-ajax@momstown.ca or check out the description enclosed below.

And the winner is....

Congratulations to the winner of October's contest Sarah .B. Enjoy your 1-year membership to momstown Whitby-Ajax.


Didn't win last month's contest? Be sure to enter this month's contest daily for your chance to win a $25.00 gift card to Boston Pizza Ajax. Good luck!

Boo Bash

On Friday, October 29th momstown Whitby-Ajax celebrated Halloween early with our annual Boo Bash!

A lot of Moms came out with their little goulish tots all in character. There were some pretty amazing costumes amongst the group!

The tots all enjoyed playing with the toys and creating styrofoam creepy, crazy spiders.


The spiders were made using pre-painted styrofoam balls, pipe cleaner and sticker googly eyes. The tots went crazy making the spiders, and were very proud to show off their masterpieces.



While the older kids played, the Moms chatted and nibbled on some snacks. It was surely great company!


Thanks to everyone who came out to the Boo Bash, and helped in making the day a success that it truly was! We look forward to seeing you all around the 'neighbourhood' again soon!

The Mamas & Chicks Show

On Friday, October 22nd, momstown Whitby-Ajax teamed up with momstown Oshawa-Port Perry to be part of The Mamas & Chicks Show!

As sponsors of the show we were very excited, and arrived to the show very early to get our table all set up for big day! Throughout the day we had the chance to meet many new moms and moms-to-be and tell them about all the wonderful things momstown can bring them! It was great to meet so many new faces, as well as see some familiar ones too!

Thanks to everyone who came out to The Mamas & Chicks Show and had the chance to stop by our booth! If you didn't make it out, its never to late to head on over to our site and experience all that momstown has to offer. If you'd like to try out a free 2 week trial, CLICK HERE to complete the online registration form. Hope to see you around the neighbourhood soon!

And the winner is....

Congratulations to the winner of September's contest Louise. Enjoy your 1-year membership to momstown Whitby-Ajax.

Didn't win last month's contest. Be sure to enter this month's contest daily for your chance to win a free membership to momstown Whitby-Ajax. Good luck!

TOMORROW!

Only ONE more day to go until momstown Whitby-Ajax's amazing FREE fun-filled Grand Opening Launch Party held alongside momstown Oshawa-Port Perry at Oshawa Centre, Centre Court. The main event will take place from 9:30AM until 12:00PM. There will be lots for the kids to do including: arts & crafts, activity centres, an awesome performance from Keri-Ellen Walcer of MusiGo and face painting by Belly Button the Clown. Lets not forget the awesome giveaways and prizes we'll also have!

Bring your family! Tell all your friends! We hope that you will join us, and look forward to seeing you tomorrow!!

Family Photo Shoot Fun!

This past Saturday, momstown Whitby-Ajax members met up with fellow member CLNike (an aspiring photographer) at Rotary Park in Ajax for free family photo shoots.

The day went overall. All in all 5 families came out to have their photos taken. The weather was a little sketchy and rain was a threat all day, but thankfully it held off until all the shoots were done!

CLNike has been very busy post-processing the photos, and has posted up some teasers on her blog. Feel free to CLICK HERE to head on over and check them out! They're fantastic!

Thanks again CLNike for graciously offering to do this for the momstown Whitby-Ajax members. It was truly appreciated!!!

Grand Opening Launch Party

momstown Whitby-Ajax

&

momstown Oshawa-Port Perry

are celebrating together! Both chapters of momstown.ca just opened in the last few weeks and so we are teaming up to throw a Grand Opening Launch Party together!

Where is this exciting event taking place? Oshawa Centre's Centre Court!!!





Make sure you get down to Oshawa Centre on Wednesday, September 29th, 2010 from 9:30am - 12:00pm. There will be a ton of exciting momstown activities and crafts for the children and a special momstown MusiGo presentation with Keri-Ellen Walcer! Keri-Ellen is a children's fitness consultant and the founder of MusiGo! She has been getting children everywhere active and enjoying music through her live performances, "Roll Play" Treehouse TV series, and community programmes!



As exciting as that is, that's not all!! momstown is also bringing you Bellybutton the Clown! Bellybutton the Clown will be making us laugh and painting all of the smiling little faces!!! Bellybutton the Clown has been making the world a funnier, happier, and more wonder-filled place for many years and does all kinds of parties, everything you can think of, just check out her site!




There will also be contests and giveaways at the event! Something you just have to see is the lovely cakepop bouquet that will be up for display and contest! Check out Bobbi's Cake Lollipop Shoppe for a glimpse of some of these extremely delicious treats!

momstown Whitby-Ajax and momstown Oshawa-Port Perry are extremely happy to be bringing all of this excitement to you at our Launch Party! Although, really it's just the very beginning! Each chapter plans over 25 events/month and offers many opportunities for moms to connect with other moms in their neighbourhood for conversation, support and a whole lot of fun!!!

Make sure you make it to Oshawa Centre and join us in Centre Court on Wednesday, September 29th 2010, from 9:30am-12:00pm - IT'S ALL FREE - you don't want to miss it!

Let's Go to the Zoo!

On Wednesday, momstown Whitby-Ajax ventured out to the Toronto Zoo with momstown Oshawa-Port Perry. For the days leading up to the event, the weather forecast had threatened rain. It had us all quite worried that the event may have to be postponed. Thankfully the weather turned out to be perfect. There's no simpler way to put it. It was partially cloudy, mild with a cool breeze. It helped keep our kiddos all content, and happy!


The children were all quick to make friends as we headed on our trek to see all the animals that the Zoo had. They "gabbed" in their own little lingo, shared snacks and "ooo-ed" and "awed" over the animals together.

The one animal that seemed to be the hit of the day were the Polar Bears. I can't tell you how long we visited the Polar Bear nursery. There was just no pulling the kiddos away.


After visiting the polar bears we made our way around the Zoo to check out a few more exhibits. I was super excited to see one of my favorite animals the Tree Kangaroo!


Did you know that the Tree Kangaroo is known to be the most clumsy when on their feet?!? They get around on ground by hobbling and hopping. Tree Kangaroos are able to travel with agility and great lengths amongst the trees.

After visiting all the animals we headed over to the Kids Zoo, so that the kids could play and burn off any leftover steam. They had a great day, and we all can't wait to get together again soon!

Want to get in on the fun? Head on over to momstown Whitby-Ajax and register for your free trial membership! Hope to see you in the neighbourhood!

momstown Whitby-Ajax is Running for the Cure!

momstown Whitby-Ajax is setting up a team to participate in the CIBC Run for the Cure this year on October 3rd alongside momstown Oshawa-Port Perry. We are welcoming all Durham Region moms to come out and join us! For information you can contact Nicole at info.whitby-ajax@momstown.ca or go to the Run for the Cure website to to donate or register to the Durham Region momstown team (Team Captain: Nancy Taylor)!

Hope you can join us in raising awareness, and fundraising for a cancer that could impact any of us. Think Pink!