Join the momstown movement!

momstown Whitby-Ajax was launched in August 2010 and over the past year has had a huge impact on the lives of over 330 local moms of young children in Ajax, Whitby and surrounding areas.  The time is right for a new entrepreneurial minded mom to step in and take the community to new and exciting places!  The sky is the limit! For all you aspiring mom entrepreneurs, opportunity knocks. Wanted:  Business-minded moms who are intrigued by the momstown concept & who want to make a difference in their community. The momstown Opportunity  Are you searching for an income generating opportunity that is flexible and family friendly? Are you passionate about children, parenting, and connecting with like-minded mothers? How about internet-savvy, enthusiastic, self-motivated and leadership driven? Are you looking for a work-from-home income, a fulfilling way to contribute to your family and a business you can be proud of? momstown is a dynamic small business to run - lots of fun event planning with revenue earned from advertising sales and membership fees. As a work-at-home mom role, it's perfect for someone who wants to continue being the main caregiver for her children but also manage (and own!) a fun child-focused and mommy relevant business. This is not a direct sales role, this is your own business to create, establish, grow and mold. You will become a social networking entrepreneur and in charge of your own online media & event business. Click Here for more information. The momstown Mission  Our mantra: Connecting neighbourhood moms. One community at a time. We're looking for moms like you to join the momstown movement. momstown.ca is here at the right time and the right place. momstown is part of the social networking wave that is changing the way the online world operates and how society is interacting, learning and most importantly, parenting. momstown.ca is a social networking website and event business for moms with children aged 0-5 years old. The dual goal of each momstown chapter is to connect neighbourhood moms both online and in-person with over 25 local, in-person events monthly (to help moms get off the computer and out of the house!).  Initially launched in 2007 in Burlington, Ontario, with a focus to create a better moms group, momstown was a success out of the gate as it met a relevant need in a unique and modern fashion. Motivated to grow, the founders of momstown.ca are passionate and focused on the development of the total momstown brand, and on bringing the now national company to the next level. The business has grown quickly; currently there are 15 individually licensed chapters with more on the way. We are looking for mom entrepreneurs who share the vision of better, more connected communities and who want to be inspired by momstown in their town. Interested?    Contact:  Nicole King Owner, momstown Whitby-Ajax (647) 403-0341  info.whitby-ajax@momstown.ca If you are keen to learn more, please email  info.whitby-ajax@momstown.ca for more specific information.

Wordless Wednesday: Taste of Heaven

January Message Board Madness Winner

Throughout the month of January, the Moms of momstown Whitby-Ajax have been competing in a fun message board madness challenge. Their fingers were warmed up and in a mad race to see who could post the most over the course of the month.

Congratulations to Tamara - the winner of the challenge! We have sent you an email confirming your prize details.

Didn't have a chance to take part in this challenge? That's okay - there will certainly be more challenges like this one in the future! Until then the message board continues to be a great place for our Moms to connect 24/7 for support, chatter and fun... and don't forget about all our great events too!

Mom & Tot Morning at Boston Pizza Ajax with Lionel

On Monday morning, members from momstown Whitby-Ajax met up for a special morning at Boston Pizza Ajax.

The children were quite excited this particular morning because they were anticipating a special visit from Lionel the Boston Pizza mascot.

When we arrived, the children kept themselves occupied while awaiting Lionel's arrival by completing a craft.
This months momstown curriculum is based around hats, so we had a fun little Cat in the Hat inspired crafts and coloring sheets for the toddlers to complete.

Unfortunately, I forgot to take a picture of the Cat in the Hat Hat Craft, but it is very easy to make.

What you need is:
White and Red Construction Paper
Tape
Stapler
Paper Plate
Scissors

Steps:
Take to pieces of the white construction paper. Lie them vertically on the table beside each other. Tape the seams (in the middle) together. Cut strips of the red construction paper, and glue them on to the white paper. Once you've done this. You can proceed to decorate the hat however you'd like (using stickers, glitter, beans, markers, etc). Once done decorating size the hat to the child's head and staple/tape or glue it together. In our case, we only had toddlers at the event so we made Cat in the Hat crowns, but if you wanted to.... Once you have sized your hat and secured it, you could then cut out the top portion of a paper plate leaving the brim. Insert the cylinder into the paper plate and staple the cylinder (crown) to the plate, which will create a fabulous hat!

Once we finished our craft and colouring, our lunch orders were placed and out popped a special visitor...  LIONEL! A lot of the children were very unsure as to what to think of him. Some cried. Most just stared. Lionel was meant to take individual photos with each child, however we opted to just do a group photo instead.

We had a great time this month, and we're looking forward to our Family Day Lunch at Boston Pizza planned for next month. If you didn't have the chance to come out to this event, and would like to participate in the next one - email info.whitby-ajax@momstown.ca to find out how!

Mom & Tot Lunch @ Boston Pizza Ajax

On Monday, January 17th - momstown Whitby-Ajax will be gathering at Boston Pizza Ajax for a morning chock full of fun! This month's momstown curriculum is themed around hats. We've planned a fun Cat in the Hat inspired craft for the children to do. Boston Pizza Ajax has also informed me that they'll be handing out loot bags to each child that attends the event, and has also arranged for special guest Lionel the Boston Pizza mascot to pop by. Lionel will be setting up to take pictures with the children, which can later be emailed to Mom and Dad as a keepsake.

We're planning on using our exclusive momstown member discount, and staying for a super-yummy lunch... which is sure to be a real treat for the kiddos and Mom's alike.

If you would like to attend this event, please email Nicole at info.whitby-ajax@momstown.ca for more information.

Note: This event is open to parents of children of all ages. If you have a baby in a bucket, that's okay! Come out for a coffee, some lunch and good chat with other Moms! We'd love to have you there. (Dads you're welcomed too!)

Featured Sponsor: Ashlyn King Photography

Have you had the chance to check out momstown Whitby-Ajax's December Featured Sponsor - Ashlyn King Photography? If not... why not head on over and take a few moments to read up on what they're all about.

Ashlyn King Photography is a professional photographer based out of Ajax, ON serving the Durham and Toronto Regions. Ashlyn King Photography specializes in capturing your maternity, newborn, child and family portraits.

As a special exclusive offer, Ashlyn King Photography is extending momstown Whitby-Ajax members a discounted early bird special if you book your 2011 standard session before December 31st. For further information CLICK HERE..

Mom & Tot Morning at Boston Pizza Ajax

Yesterday morning, we met up with some of our members and their children for a fun morning at Boston Pizza Ajax. The weather was quite gloomy and the roads were quite slick, so not everyone who planned to join us were able to make it... But those who could were glad they came out. 

Boston Pizza was kind enough to open their doors to our group an hour early so that the children could take part in a craft  before eating lunch. Our momstown curriculum this month was themed as 'My House, Your House'.

The children enjoyed putting their imaginations to use to creatively build their own houses. 

At 11 we had a few other Moms with infants come out to join us for lunch to take advantage of our member exclusive momstown Whitby-Ajax discount of 10% off. Just another perk to being a momstown Whitby-Ajax member! It was nice to enjoy some chatter and food with the other Moms and tots. The children were all very quick to make friends.

The Moms and tots all had such a fun time yesterday morning! We can't wait to do it all again, and we're already in the midst of planning our next exciting visit to Boston Pizza Ajax! 

Not a momstown Whitby-Ajax member yet? It's not to late to register and join in on the fun!

Monthly Meet & Greet at Creative Play!

Wow! We had such an amazing time yesterday morning at our Meet 'n Greet at Creative Play. It was so much fun for both the Moms and kids alike. All the Moms had the chance to mingle, chat and enjoy their coffees; all whilst the little ones ran and played.

There was so much to do at Creative Play. It was sure not to be a bore to anyone. They had everything from cars, train tracks, and a "roller coaster" for the children to ride on. All of which had the kids lining up for their turn.


There was also a large play structure, hockey and ball play area, an imagination station, jumping castle, large indoor playground structure with slides and an infant play area. There was something there for children of all ages!


The event was scheduled to run from 10AM to 11:30AM, but the kids were having too much fun to leave. Thankfully the party room was free, so the kids got to snack and enjoy their lunches in there with Mom and continue with play again. How could you want to leave a fun play place, like this?!

If you didn't have a chance to make it out to the Meet 'n Greet this month, don't worry... we will be doing it all again next month on December 10th. That's right... momstown Whitby-Ajax and Creative Play have formed a partnership which will surely have some great perks for momstown members! To RSVP for our next event, visit our event calendar.

Mingling Mommas & Mocktails Ajax Show - TOMORROW!

Tomorrow evening marks the Mingling Mommas & Mocktails Ajax Show at the Ajax Convention Centre. Will you be there?

What is Mingling Mommas and Mocktails, you may ask? Well... it's a fun-filled night out for YOU(!) and your girlfriends! You will get a mocktail from the licensed bar, take advantage of the free bra fitting clinic and enjoy complimentary hand massages for only $5.00 at the door. Get your holiday shopping started with original gifts from the unique boutique style businesses and services by local entrepreneurs. PLUS, mingle with special guest Erica Ehm from Yummy Mummy Club. The event starts at 6PM and runs through to 10PM.

If you're a momstown Whitby-Ajax mama, and are planning to attend be sure to mark off your RSVP on our online event calendar. It's bound to be a fun evening!!

Mingling Mommas & Mocktails Ajax: Contest Winner

And the winner is... Julie B.L.!

Congratulations Julie (member of momstown Whitby-Ajax), you have won 2 tickets to the Mingling Mommas & Mocktails Ajax Show this upcoming Friday at the Ajax Convention Centre (hosted by Market Moms). When you arrive at the show you will also be presented with a gorgeous pashmina (in the color of your choice).

Enjoy your evening out with the girls! As a busy Mama... we all know you deserve to be pampered and treated to a night out! Enjoy!

Mingling Mommas and Mocktails Contest

Who wants free tickets to the Market Moms Shopping Events Mingling Mommas & Mocktails show in Ajax this Friday night? momstown Whitby-Ajax has TWO tickets up for grabs, plus a gorgeous pashmina in your choice of colour from our Mingling Mommas friends. To enter, visit the momstown Whitby-Ajax Facebook Fan Page and comment on the picture in the album Mingling Mommas & Mocktails Contest outlining your momstown Whitby-Ajax Username.

This contest is open until November 9, 2010, 6PM EST. The contest is only open to momstown Whitby-Ajax registered users. If you are not yet a registered user, please our user registration to sign-up for a free 2 week trial membership.

Good luck!