Mombuzz
Fun & Fulfilling Stuff for Moms 
A Momventures Newsletter
November 16, 2008
What's Buzzing...
Kids Giving to Kids
Kids Christmas Music Group
EMC Kids Christmas Party
EMC Christmas Party
Hi moms! 
 
It seems as though we've rounded the bend and Christmas is now in full view!  In my household my 20-month-old is getting excited about the bright shiny balls that Mommy says not play with because they're going on some sort of tall green tree, my 3-year-old can't wait to tackle his best friend in a snowbank again, Mom's jazzed about baking Christmas cookies, and Dad can't wait to sink some skis into some fresh powder.  We all have our winter favorites! 
 
If you'd like to submit a short article sharing what your family most treasures about Christmas, special recipes, unique craft ideas, great book ideas for kids or moms, or inspirational quotes or poetry, I'll choose a few of each to feature in the early December Mombuzz.
 
In this issue find information on a few fun events upcoming, health & safety notices for your family, and career opportunities.  
 
Christie Schultz
Calgarian mom of 3-year-old Mitchell and 20-month-old Spencer
*TODAY!*
Kids Giving to Kids: Samaritan's Purse Operation Christmas Child Shoebox Assembly & Fun Fair
Operation Christmas ChildOperation Christmas Child15 
Sunday November 16, 2008
3:00-6:00pm
Valleyview Presbyterian Church
7655 26th Ave SW
Calgary, AB 
 
Free of charge;  donation items for shoeboxes welcome - please see list of donation criteria here
 
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!  View full event details (find Valleyview Presbyterian Church on right and click on "Samaritan's Purse") or contact Christie Schultz for more information.
Kids Christmas Music Practices & Performance
Sunday, December 7, 2008musical note
10:00am
Valleyview Presbyterian Church
7655 26th Ave SW
Calgary, AB
 
Looking for a fun musical program for your littlest elves this Christmas season?  All kids aged 3-9 are invited to join us in this age-appropriate, humorous,  and inspiring celebration of about the true meaning of Christmas.  Come on Sunday mornings at 10:00am for practices, leading up to a group performance (cameras a must!) on Sunday December 7th at 10:00am.
 
Contact Kidz Zone Coordinator Shawnie Fesyk for more information. 
Entrepreneurial Moms of Calgary Kids Christmas Playdate Party
Friday December 12, 2008
5:00-7:00pm
Play Grounds Coffee Playhouse
555 Strathcona Blvd.
Calgary, AB
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Our meetings sans kids are such a treat, but we want to honor our special rugrats with a Christmas playdate party for the family of EMC kids! Click for details and to RSVP. 
 
If you're a Calgarian mom with an entrepreneurial streak, visit us to learn more about joining this fantastic group of women!

I welcome your questions, feedback, and suggestions for more events to share with other parents!- Christie Schultz 

Entrepreneurial Moms of Calgary Christmas Party
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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, visit us to join this fantastic group of women! 
Momsafety
 
Laptop Battery Recalled
Sony batteries recalled due to risk of overheating, possibly resulting in fire.  Batteries sold in HP, Dell, and Toshiba laptops.  Click for more information.
 
Kids' 2-Way Radios Recalled
Cobra Electronics has recalled the radios sold at large retailers such as Toys R Us through September 2008 due to possible battery leakage, possibly resulting in burns. Click for more information.
 
 
Momshealth 
 
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.
 
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Fri-Sun 10:30am-5:30 pm 
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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

MomsCare 

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Donations of All Blood Types Still Urgently Needed
 
In an unprecedented shortage of blood supply, Canadian Blood Services urgently appeals to all eligible donors to donate today.  To find out who can donate, what's involved in donating, and where to donate:
 
1-888-2 DONATE (1-888-236-6283)
Momjobs Career Opportunities Board
 mom working from home
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: 
Contact Name: Richelle
Phone: 1-866-424-0109
Main Address:  Calgary
Web Site: www.childrenwithoutpoverty.com
How to Apply: Send your resume to info@childrenwithoutpoverty.com
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