September 13

Welcome

Meet and mingle with new and returning SLMG members. Hear what SLMG has planned for the season that is sure to get you out of the house every Monday morning!

September 20

Child Photography

Hear from Nicole, a professional photographer, the tips and tricks of capturing your child(ren)’s youth on camera for a lifetime.

Speaker: Nicole Vivaldi, Nicole Vivaldi Photography www.nicolevivaldi.com

September 27

Having It All

A discussion about Career Management and Motherhood.  Learn about flexible employment and hear about Kristina’s        mom-preneur experience.

Speaker: Kristina Pearce, Partner, workharmony

www.workharmony.ca

October 4

Power Struggles

Alyson Schafer, one of Canada’s leading parenting experts discusses Power Struggles and how to manage them from her latest book “Honey I Wrecked the Kids”.  Her popular TV call-in show The Parenting Show is now in its fourth season.

Speaker: Alyson Schafer, Psychotherapist

www.alyson.ca

October 11 – No Meeting

Thanksgiving

October 18

Cosmetic & Medical Dermatology

Learn how to keep your skin in top shape.  Hear about cosmetic procedures currently available from a professional. This one’s just for you!

Speaker: Dr. Julia Carroll, Dermatologist

www.meridiamedical.com

October 25 – No Meeting

            Election Day

November 1

Private or Public School?

Learn about what private schools have to offer and if they may be right for your child.  Kimberly will discuss the differences between private and public, co-ed and single-sex schools and the application process.

Speaker: Kimberly Carter, Associate Director of Admission, Branksome Hall
www.branksome.on.ca

November 8

Saving A Life

Do you know what to do if you child is choking, goes unconscious and stops breaking?  Come (re)learn how to save their life.  A refresher every year is worth it.

Speaker: Valerie Wood, Emergency Response Training

 www.ert-cpr.com

 November 15

Silent Auction

Come and have fun shopping, just in time for the holidays! Proceeds help fund SLMG with the surplus going to charity.  Friends are welcome!

November 22

Holiday Entertaining

See and hear about some great entertaining ideas; from what to serve to how to make it look good.  Learn how the experts provide exquisite service and discriminating taste for any affair.

Speaker: Tina Foster, Noble Culinary

www.nobleculinary.com

November 29

Toys, Toys, Toys

Just in time for holiday gift giving, come see what the new and popular toys, games and crafts are for ages 0-5 years.

Speaker: Catherine Bunting, Mastermind Toys

www.mastermindtoys.ca

December 6

Child Development

Sari offers practical information and direction to parents and teachers regarding 2 to 6 year olds’ development and learning styles.

Speaker: Sari Weinberg-Binder, Early Childhood Specialist

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December 13

Moms To Be…And More

Hear about surviving winter with children and child safety. Learn about the latest and greatest products for newborns and toddlers that will make your life easier.

Speaker: Karen Judd, President, Moms to be…and More

www.momstobeandmore.com

December 20

Holiday Party - Gift Exchange

Come relax and have fun with your new friends.  There will be some special sweets, tea, coffee and the thrill of “stealing” the present of your dreams.

 December 27 – No Meeting

WINTER BREAK