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TUESDAYS at the PARK

Join us Tuesday mornings from 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. as we take our play outside. Each week we will meet at a different location throughout St. James. Pack your hats, sunscreen, bug spray, water bottles and imagination for endless fun and adventure.

Play and Discover the Outdoor Way!

THROWBACK

ThursdaysThis exciting new summer program is open to families with children birth – 6 yrs of age. Weekly sessions will explore the nostalgia of play including hopscotch, bubbles, rocks, water, mud and more!

No registration required, sessions will start promptly at 9:30 a.m. Bring your own water bottle, sunscreen and hat. Dress to get wet and sometimes messy!

Date: Park: Location:

July 8Living Prairie Museum Play-ground (Sturgeon Creek)

2795 Ness Ave.

July 15

Suzanne-Jeanette Park (St. Charles)Visit by Westwood Library (Games & Storytime)

400 Gagnon St.

July 22Bruce & Moray Park (Silver Heights)

Bruce Ave/Moray St.

July 29 Costello Park (Crestview) 90 Costello Dr.

Date: Park: Location:

Aug 5Bourkevale Community Centre (Deer Lodge)

100 Ferry Rd.

Aug 12Pinehurst Park (Westwood)Visit by Westwood Library (Games & Storytime)

41 Pinehurst Cres.

Aug 19Bannatyne School Playground (Silver Heights)

363 Thompson Dr.

Aug 26 Air Force Heritage Museum & ParkAir Force Way & Silver Ave (Sharp Blvd North)

July 2014 August 2014

Thursdays Messiah Lutheran Church

400 Rouge Rd.9:30 a.m. - 10:30 a.m.

Date: Park:

July 3 Backyard Superheroes (bring a teddy bear or doll)

July 10 Homemade Play (dress for mess)

July 17 MUD (be prepared to get dirty)

July 24 Sticks & Rocks

July 31 Recycling (bring boxes, cans & containers)

Aug 7 Obstacle Course (bring your bike, trike or scooter)

Aug 14 Water Play (we may get wet, bathing suits welcome)

Aug 21 Summer Treats

like branches on a treewe all grow in different directions, yet our roots

remain as one!

Family

Life must be lived as PLAY! - Plato

2 Summer 2014Issue 15

INFANTS & TODDLERS

BREASTFEEDING SUPPORT GROUPFridays 10:00 - 11:30 a.m. (except holidays)

An opportunity for moms-to-be and parents of children under one year of age to learn more about various health and nutrition areas for the baby, themselves and the whole family. Children under age one remain with their parent during the session. A qualified childcare provider will care for older children.Please call one week prior to session if child care is required. (Prenatal to 12 months)

GREAT EXPECTATIONS

Tuesdays 9:30 a.m. - 11:15 a.m. Sturgeon Heights Community Centre210 Rita Street

Thursdays 1:15 p.m. - 3:15 p.m.Heritage Victoria Community Club950 Sturgeon Road

For more information call Traci 204-885-5415

Closed from July 28 – August 8

Unit 8-2015 Portage AveCall 204-940-2040

Peek (peek to side)Peek (peek to other side)Peek-a-boo (peek between hands)Peek (peek to side)

Peek (peek to other side)I see you! (peek between)

Sun Protection for Infants

Babies need extra protection because their skin is very sensitive, thinner than an adult’s and has lower levels of protective melanin. They burn easily. Not only are the sun’s rays damaging to a baby’s skin, but the sun’s heat can quickly cause dehydration and sunstroke in a baby.

If protective clothing and shade are not available, it is okay to use a small amount of sunscreen on your baby’s exposed skin (such as their face and the back of their hands). Using a small amount of sunscreen is better than risking a sunburn, which can be serious for an infant. If you can, check with a healthcare professional before using sunscreen on children less than 6 months of age. Follow all the cautions on sunscreen containers. Before applying sunscreen to your baby’s skin, test a small amount on your baby’s inner arm to see if the skin reacts to the product.

Source: Canadian Cancer Society (for more information visit www.cancer.ca)

• Keep babies out of direct sunlight when-ever possible. Use clothing that covers their arms and legs, such as long-sleeved shirts and pants. Don’t forget a hat.

• Keep babies protected in a covered stroller, under an umbrella or in the shade.

- Water, sand and snow surfaces will reflect rays onto a baby sitting in the shade of an umbrella or tree.

- The shade provided by trees may not be enough protection because the sun’s rays can still filter through the leaves as they move in the wind.

It is best to keep babies out of direct sunlight.

FAMILY PICNIC

Date: Tuesday June 24, 2014Time: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Location: 1 Braintree Crescent

Heritage Park Family Resource Programs&

St. James-Assiniboia Parent Child Coalition

Hotdogs, Entertainment, Bouncers and More!

Bring your sunscreen, bug spray and blanket/lawn chair. Cancelled if Raining.

Registration required, please email familyresource@sjsd.net (include how many adults and children will be attending)

3 Summer 2014Issue 15

THE PRESCHOOLER

Our 3rd Family Wellness Fair took place on Thursday May 1, from 1:30 – 5:30 p.m. On behalf of the YMCA-YWCA of Winnipeg and the St. James-Assiniboia Parent Child Coalition we would like to take this opportunity to express our sincere appreciation to the following Organizations for their contribution to the 2014 Family Wellness Fair.

Tuesday EveningsJuly 8, 15, 22, 29, Aug. 46:00 – 7:30 p.m.Bord-Aire Community Centre471 Hampton Street

Wednesday MorningsJuly 9, 16, 23, 30, Aug. 610:00 – 11:30 a.m.Heritage Park Children’s Programs1 Braintree Crescent

Thursday MorningsJuly 10, 17, 24, 31, Aug. 710:00 – 11:30 a.m.Westwood Community Church401 Westwood Drive

Rock & Read

A five-week family literacy program where parents and children will enjoy a variety of songs/rhymes, fingerplays and books together. Children will explore themes in books through art activities and activity centers, as well as make some new friends! Parents will create a special homemade book that their child will always cherish. To register for one of the summer sessions call 204-885-1334 ext. 2304.

Last Day for Parent Child Drop In Centres: Sansome School – June 16

Lakewood School - June 17

Deer Lodge Community Club – June 18

Crestview School – June 19

Buchanan School – June 20

Family DynamicsWinnipeg Public LibraryHealth CanadaNeighbourhood Immigrant Settlement ProgramMPIManitoba Early Learning and Child CareChildren’s disABILITY ServicesWellington College Massage TherapyWRHA Healthy Smile Healthy Child

Heart & Stroke FoundationSociety for MB with DisabilitiesMood DisordersCanadian Mental Health AssociationHeritage Park Family ResourceYMCA-YWCA of WinnipegTriple P ParentingNobody’s PerfectSalvation Army Heritage Park TempleCNIB

Programs will resume the week of

September 8 – 12, 2014

For dates and times visit www.winnipeg.ca/cms/recreation/pdfs/WadingPools.pdf

Amherst Park 340 Amherst St.

Bruce Park1966 Portage Ave.

Golden Gate Park210 Rita St.

John Steele Park300 Westwood Dr.

King Edward Park S334 King Edward St.

Marjorie Park245 Marjorie St.

St. Charles Park3684 Ness Ave.

St James Assiniboia Centennial Pool Spray Pad 644 Parkdale St.

Wading Pools in St. James-Assiniboia

FAMILY PICNIC

Date: Tuesday June 24, 2014Time: 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.Location: 1 Braintree Crescent

Parent & ChildDrop In Centres

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PARENTING(Sponsored by the St. James-Assiniboia Parent-Child Coalition)Postpartum

DEPRESSION

Manitoba has a new resource on the topic of postpartum depression and related disorders. This new website was created and launched on April 7th

by the Postpartum Depression Association of Manitoba. The website address is: www.ppdmanitoba.ca.

The Postpartum Depression Association of Manitoba is a locally led organization created by a group of committed women and health care providers. The WRHA Mental Health Promotion Team and Women’s Health Clinic has worked collaboratively with the Postpartum Depression Association of Manitoba in the development of this website.

www.ppdmanitoba.ca

Being a parent is both a joy and a challenge with the constant demands from the daily tasks associated with caring for children. Children have many needs that need to be met, and even more desires they would like you to fulfill.

In order to have the energy to care for children, you need to make sure that you’re also taking care of yourself. Self care includes meeting simple physical needs like getting enough sleep and eating healthy, but it also includes taking time for our social, emotional, intellectual and spiritual needs. When parents identify and meet their own needs, they model for children what it means to value their bodies and minds.

Sometimes practicing self care, especially in the beginning, means asking other adults for help. So don’t be afraid to ask your spouse to give you a break one night a week while you take a yoga class, or ask a friend to take a walk with you each evening. If you love to read, make it a priority to read for 30 minutes every day, other ideas may include writing in a journal, having a hot bath, take a dance class or listen to your favorite music. Take time out of your busy schedule to focus on being the best parent for your children, and know that it’s okay to ask for help.

SELF CAREFor Parents

Summer road trips with small children can be stressful so use your imagination, plan ahead and organize the materials you will need. Have realistic expectations and take breaks often. Here are some helpful tips for making the most of your time on the road.

• Listen to books on tapes or CD’s.

• A cheap 9” X 12” baking sheet- use as a playing surface so crayons, cars, Lego and other small items don’t roll away. Or use magnetized letters, numbers and shapes.

• Sticker or activity books.

• Crayons or markers (best for children 3 yrs of age and up)

• A trip scrapbook– make memories, with drawings or stickers of places you travelled.

• A few gift-wrapped surprise presents – find a few small toys from the Dollar store, let the children unwrap one gift every few hours.

• Colored pipe cleaners – make animals, people, jewelry, crazy shapes.

• Glow sticks, necklaces or bracelets for traveling at night.

• Portable CD or iPod (remember headphones and AA batteries), iPads or portable tablets.

• Pack for Rest Stops or Parks – take a jump rope, ball, sidewalk chalk, bubbles.

• Hang a organizer over the back seat. Great for storage and children can have a variety of items at their disposal.

• Puppets – great for peek a boo with infants or a puppet show with preschoolers.

• Pack one bag for hotel stays that have everything you need for that night.

• Snack bags, have one for each family member.

• Quiet time, designate a specific quiet time at some point and have everyone rest or read quietly.

• Pillow and blankets.

Surviving a Road Trip with Children

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Children need snacks. Their stomachs are small and their energy needs are high. Dietitians of Canada say, “snacking between meals is great for kids”. That is because children are more likely to meet their dietary needs if they have two or three snacks a day, plus breakfast, lunch and supper.

The key is to plan snacks. As with meals, parents must be in control of the foods offered and the timing of snacks, especially with younger children. Otherwise, your child will raid the cupboard and eat all the easy-to-like foods like chips, cookies and crackers. This will affect their behavior at meal times because they will not come to meals hungry. Eventually the quality of their diet will decrease. Children need to be taught they are not allowed to get food handouts whenever they want or allowed to run around with food.

Snacks should be limited to generally nutritious foods. Offer something from the food groups. Space snacks out so your child will be hungry for the next meal. You want your child to come to the table hungry so they are interested in eating and their appetite encourages them to try new foods. Over time, your child will learn to tolerate a bit of hunger, especially knowing that a tasty and satisfying meal is coming up.

Taking Snacks Seriously: How to Plan Nutritious Snacks for your Children

• Water• Plain or flavored milk• Yogurt beverages• Hot cocoa• Juicy fruits (watermelon, plums, peaches, oranges, can-

taloupe)• Succulent vegetables (cucumber and cherry tomatoes)

• Mini pita stuffed with tuna or egg salad• Bagel & nut or soynut (nut-free) butters• Bran muffin, bannock• Celery with cheese• Hard boiled egg• Oatmeal cookie• Vegetables and hummus• Yogurt with fruit or yogurt parfait with high low sugar, fibre

rich cereal• Whole grain crackers or apple & pear slices with cheese• Mini pita pizzas• Fresh fruit or fruit salad• Banana loaf• Bananas and milk

So, remember that snacks can help make up for foods that are missing during the rest of the day. Just be sure to plan them!

Written by: Cheryl Ogarenko, RD Public Health Dietitian, WRHA

FAMILY GYM DROP-IN

Dilly DipThis dip is chock-ful of calcium and is a source of protein for kids on the go.

1 cup cottage cheese½ cup plain yogurt1 green onion¼ tsp dried dill weed¼ tsp lemon juicepinch saltpinch pepper

Directions

Ingredients

Finely chop green onion. Mix together green on-ion, cottage cheese, yogurt and spices in a bowl. Serve with a variety of freshly washed raw veg-etables and whole grain crackers.

(Makes 3 servings)

If your child is thirsty, serve one of the following:

If your child is hungry, offer one or a combination of:

Last day before summer holidays is Tuesday June 10, 2014.

We will resume on Tuesday September 16, 2014.

HEALTHY LIVINGThe key is to plan snacks.

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AROUND THE COMMUNITY

WINNIPEG PUBLIC LIBRARY PROGRAMS

Un CPEF est un centre où les parents peuvent passer du temps avec leur(s) enfant(s). On peut y trouver plein de ressources et programmes qui répondent aux besoins des enfants francophones âgés de 0 à 6 ans dans toutes les dimensions de leur développement.Contactez nous pour plus de renseignements au 831-1060 ou visitez notre site web: www.cpefmb.org

CPEFRoméo-Dallaire|www.cpefmb.org81Ch.QuailRidge|Wpg,MB|R3T5W4|831-1060

What’s a CPEF?The cpef is a french resource center where parents can spend quality time with their children. The center offers services and programs that promote healthy early childhood development, especially in literacy, nutrition, parenting and community capacity building.For more information on our programs contact us at 204-831-1060 or visit our website: www.cpefmb.org

WESTWOOD LIBRARY - 66 Allard Ave - 204-986-4747 • ST. JAMES ASSINIBOIA LIBRARY - 1910 Portage Ave 204-986-3425

The Military Family Resource Centre offers child care on a casual basis for children 6 mths – 5 yrs of age. If you need some time for yourself to work out/run errands/appointments/take a break – perhaps we can help. This program meets quality standards as licensed by Manitoba Early Learning and Child Care.

Hours:Tuesday & Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. 1:00 p.m.– 4:00 p.m.

WESTWIN KIDS CARE

MILITARY FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

For information: 204-833-2500 ext. 2491 www.familyforce.ca / www.facebook.com/

WinnipegMFRC

630 Wihuri Road Register: 204-833-2500 ext 2491 (min. 24 hrs in adv.)

Fees: $5.00/Hour orChildren under 2 years: $12/3 hours or $28/7 hours (family rate available)Children over 2 years: $10/3 hours or $24/7 hours (family rate available)

Qu’est-ce qu’un CPEF?

WESTWOOD LIBRARY

ST. JAMES-ASSINIBOIACIVIC CENTRE 2055 NESS AVE

FREE FAMILY SWIM:Fridays 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

ST. JAMES-ASSINIBOIA CENTENNIAL POOL 644 PARKDALE ST

FREE FAMILY SWIM:Wednesdays 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m.

CITY OF WINNIPEGFREE PUBLIC

Swimming

Thursday, July 3 Tuesday, July 8 Thursday, July 17 Tuesday, July 22 Thursday, August 7 Tuesday, August 12 Thursday August 21

Movin’ Makin’ Shakin’

Ages 3 - 5 years11:00 - 11:30 am

Lots of Bots

Ages 6 - 12 years2:00 - 3:00 pm

Up in the Air

Ages 3 - 5 years2:00 - 2:30 pm

Around We Go

Ages 6 - 12 years2:00 - 3:00 pm

Magician Ryan Price

Ages 6 - 12 years2:00 - 3:00 pm

Goldeyes Player Visit

All AgesTBA

Marble Mania

Ages 9 - 12 years2:00 - 3:00 pm

June 27 – September 1

(Closed for maintenance Aug 24 – Sept 26)

HERITAGE PARK FAMILY RESOURCE CENTRE

1 Braintree CrescentOpen Monday to Friday offering

parent/child programs (prenatal to 5 years)

Run, Jump & Bounce Come join us for a morning of bouncers,

bikes and running in the gym! Ages 1-6 years

**A pair of indoor shoes is encouraged for both parent and child**

Sturgeon Heights Community CentreTuesdays in July/August 9:30 - 11:00 am

Heritage Victoria Community CentreWednesdays in July/August 10:00 - 11:30 am

Jameswood SchoolThursdays in July/August 10:00 - 11:30 am

LOOK FOR SPECIAL DAYS ON OUR CALENDARS

Creative Tots A drop in play group for parents &

children, infant - 5 yrsWednesdays June 25 - August 27

9:30 - 11:00 a.m.**630 Wihuri Rd**

FUNtastik Summer Camp July 14 - 19

1:00 - 4:00 p.m. **102 Comet St.**

$60 for children 3-5 years old.

To register/info call : 204 833-2500 ext 2491

Tuesday, July 8 Tuesday, July 15 Wed, July 16 Wed, July 23 Monday, August 18 Wed, August 20

Just Imagine

Whole family10:30 - 11:00 am

Let’s Make some Noise

Whole family10:30 - 11:00 am

Eureka, I Created It!

Ages 6 - 12 years2:00 - 3:00 pm

Let it Grow

Ages 6 - 12 years2:00 - 3:00 pm

Family Literacy Fun Day

Whole Family2:00 - 4:00 pm

Tween Scratch

Ages 9 - 12 years10:30 - 4:00 pm

ST. JAMES ASSINIBOIA LIBRARY

June 2014

July 2014

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Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

Sunday Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday Saturday

 

1 2 3 4 5 6 7 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Sansome Parent Child Drop-in

9:30 AM – 11:00 PM Family Gym Drop-in Westwood Comm. Church

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Lakewood Parent Child Drop-in

9:30 AM – 11:00 AM Deer Lodge Parent Child Drop-in

9:30 AM – 11:00 AM Crestview Parent Child Drop-in  

9:30 AM – 11:00 AM Buchanan Parent Child Drop-in  

 

8 9 10 11 12 13 14 9:30 AM – 11:00 AM

Sansome Parent Child Drop-in

9:30 AM – 11:00 PM Family Gym Drop-in Westwood Comm. Church

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Lakewood Parent Child Drop-in

9:30 AM – 11:00 AM Deer Lodge Parent Child Drop-in

9:30 AM – 11:00 AM Crestview Parent Child Drop-in  

9:30 AM – 11:00 AM Buchanan Parent Child Drop-in

15 16 17 18 19 20 21 Fathers Day

9:30 AM – 11:00 AM Sansome Parent Child Drop-in

6:00 PM – 7:30 PM Lakewood Parent Child Drop-in

9:30 AM – 11:00 AM Deer Lodge Parent Child Drop-in

9:30 AM – 11:00 AM Crestview Parent Child Drop-in  

9:30 AM – 11:00 AM Buchanan Parent Child Drop-in

 

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Family Picnic 11:00 AM -1:00 PM

 

29 30 31 1 2 3 4

 

 

 

29 30 1 2 3 4 5

Backyard Superheroes (bring a teddy bear or doll)

   

6 7 8 9 10 11 12

Living Prairie Museum Playground

(Sturgeon Creek) 2795 Ness Ave

Homemade Play (dress for mess)

13 14 15 16 17 18 19

Suzanne-Jeanette Park (St. Charles)

400 Gagnon St.

MUD (be prepared to get dirty)

 

20 21 22 23 24 25 26

Bruce & Moray Park (Silver Heights)

Bruce Ave/Moray St.

Sticks & Rocks

 

27 28 29 30 31 1 2

Costello Park (Crestview) 90 Costello Dr.

Recycling (bring boxes, cans &

containers)

 

Thursdays

""A hundred years from now, it will not matter what kind of car you drove, what kind of house you lived in, how much money you had in the bank...but the world may be a better place because you made a dif-ference in the life of a child." -- Forest Witcraft "

'To our wonderful teacher [in-sert teacher’s name here].[insert school name here]With love from your [insert class name here] [insert year here]'

TUESDAYS at the PARK

8 Summer 2014Issue 15

Family Focus Fall Issue will be available September 2014

Visit St.James-Assiniboia ParentChild Coalition online at

www.sjapcc.ca

August 2014

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Bourkevale Community Centre

(Deer Lodge) 100 Ferry Rd.

Obstacle Course

(bring your bike, trike or scooter)

10 11 12 13 14 15 16

Pinehurst Park (Westwood)

41 Pinehurst Cres.

Water Play (we may get wet, bathing

suits welcome)

 

17 18 19 20 21 22 23

Bannatyne School Playground

(Silver Heights)

363 Thompson Dr

Summer Treats

 

24 25 26 27 28 29 30

Air Force Heritage Museum & Park

Air Force Way & Silver Ave

(Sharp Blvd North)

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Thursdays

""A hundred years from now, it will not matter what kind of car you drove, what kind of house you lived in, how much money you had in the bank...but the world may be a better place because you made a dif-ference in the life of a child." -- Forest Witcraft "

'To our wonderful teacher [in-sert teacher’s name here].[insert school name here]With love from your [insert class name here] [insert year here]'

TUESDAYS at the PARK