Mombuzz
Quickbuzz
A Momventures Newsletter
October 31, 2008 |
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Hi moms!
I hope this Quickbuzz finds you excited about Halloween today! In this abridged issue find information on a few fun events upcoming, health notices for your family, and career opportunities. Stay tuned for a full issue in early November!
Have a safe and SPOOKY Halloween!
Calgary mom of 3-year-old Mitchell and 18-month-old Spencer |
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| TODAY!- Kids' Pumpkin Hunt & Fun Fair |
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Friday October 31, 2008
5:00-8:30pm Free of charge; Food Bank donation appreciated
Valleyview Presbyterian Church
7655 26th Avenue SW Calgary, AB
Looking for an alternative to trick-or-treating? Kids of all ages are invited to hunt for a pumpkin, decorate it, enjoy music, inflatable slides and bouncers, and go home with your pumpkin and a treat bag! Contact Christie Schultz for more information. |
| Entrepreneurial Moms of Calgary November Meeting |
Thursday November 6, 2008 7:00pm
The "Luscious Home "
Southeast Calgary
ventures. Enjoy smart and stimulating conversation, meet new friends and professional contacts, and learn tips on advancing your venture.
If you're a Calgarian mom with an entrepreneurial streak, contact Christie Schultz about joining this fantastic and fun group of women! |
| momcafe's Inaugural Calgary Event: A Variety of Perspectives |
Friday November 7, 2008 9:30-11:30am
Earls Restaurant
140 Stewart Green SW Calgary, AB
Speakers Kathryn Bechthold and Christi Cruz will share their perspectives as an entrepreneur mom and a corporate mom, respectively. Enjoy a latte, fruit, the company of fellow moms, and the option of childcare. Visit http://www.momcafe.net to register. |
| Kids Giving to Kids: Samaritan's Purse Christmas Shoebox Assembly & Fun Fair |
Sunday November 16, 2008
3:00-6:00pm
Free of charge; Food Bank donation appreciated
7655 26th Avenue SW Calgary, AB
Looking for a way to truly involve your kids in giving this season? Join us for this touching and fun opportunity to improve childrens' lives around the world while teaching your own children that giving can be fun! Contact Christie Schultz for more information or to RSVP. | |
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| Entrepreneurial Moms of Calgary Christmas Party |
Sunday December 14, 2008 - 6:00pm
Bonterra Trattoria
1016 8th Street SW
Calgary, AB
Enjoy delicious fare and wine while speaker Jon Copple imparts wisdom on insurance decisions and so much more for us mom entrepreneurs. With only one speaker we've left ample time for cheer!
If you're a Calgarian mom with an entrepreneurial streak, contact Christie Schultz about joining this fantastic group of women! |
| Momshealth
Candy Recall
(Mombuzz editorial note: this notice's validity verified)
With Halloween upon us this warning was issued to parents and kids regarding Sherwood brand Pirate's Gold milk chocolate coins imported from China. The Canadian Food Inspection Agency is warning the public not to eat, distribute or sell the candy. It is sold across Canada by Costco and may also have been sold in bulk packages or as individual pieces at various dollar and bulk stores. The chocolate contains melamine which is the same chemical responsible for killing several babies in China, and sickening thousands more. Fight Influenza Together It's that time of year again! Mass vaccination clinics in the City of Calgary will operate from Wednesday October 15, 2008 to Friday, December 5, 2008. Click for eligibility and other info. Hours: Mon-Thu: 10:30am-8:30pm
Fri-Sun 10:30am-5:30 pm
Drop in only
Parking is free at all locations
North Site: Sunridge Professional Building- 3rd Floor
2675 36th Street NE Central Site: Child Development Centre (CDC) Main Level - 3820 24th Avenue NW (West end of UofC campus, directly across from the Alberta Children's Hospital)
South Site:
Comfort Inn & Suites South Manchester Room, Lower Level 4611 MacLeod Trail South
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MomsCare
Urgent Need for Donations of All Blood Types
1-888-2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283)
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I welcome your questions, feedback, and suggestions for more events to share with other parents!- Christie Schultz | |
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| Momjobs Career Opportunities Board |
Administrative Assistant in Financial Services Firm The Absolute Group
Duties-Administrative work in busy office setting -Document preparation -Client service calls- ordering supplies-business follow-up -Greetings clients making them at home in our office -Maintaining client records-data entry and filing -3-4 days a week -prefer Mondays, Wednesday, & Fridays (and every other Tuesday) but flexible; ideally, 9am -4pm Job Requirements-Meticulous detailed individual -Multi tasker, motivated-self starter-take charge -Basic computer skills, some Word/Excel experience -Bookkeeping skills a bonus -Willing to learn but gets to boss Kevin around sometimes :-) -Personable (chirpy :-)); friendly Please inquire with Kevin Cork for more information or to submit your resume.
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Executive Assistant in Children's Charity Children Without Poverty
Organization: Children Without Poverty (CWP) builds Family Resilience through mentoring at risk / homeless families towards a sustainable lifestyle.
Description: A mature, qualified executive assistant with excellent computer skills required to assist the Executive Director and Founder build the organization.
General Requirements: Looking for someone with excellent executive administrative skills in place. Looking for someone with passion around alleviating poverty for children and wants to give back to the community. No experience as an executive admin required, but the skills to do the job is extremely important and understands what that type of position entails. The successful candidate will want the opportunity to sink their teeth into challenging work. We are looking for someone who is interested in expanding his or her skill-set. Must have excellent computer abilities, executive communication abilities, coordination skills and positive attitude. Background Check is required if the candidate plans to work with the families, a background check is required.
Work Location: To be determined / flexible.
Training provided? No Orientation provided? Yes Vehicle Required? No English Level Required? High level required. Hours: 8 to 20 hours per week.
Benefits: Excellent opportunity to put your mark onto the creation of the organization, great opportunity to expand skills and take ownership/responsibility to expand the organization. Organization contact info:
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