Thursday, March 19, 2009 - Calgary edition

Around town . . .

| Upcoming events | Ongoing events | Sales |

CURRENT EVENTS . . .

Storytime at the zoo

The Calgary Zoo presents a free storytime (included with admission), Thursday, March 19, 11 to 11:30 a.m., in the atrium of the Karsten Discovery Centre. The program promotes literacy and animal awareness and is suitable for children three to five years old.

Kiwanis Festival

Now until March 21, the Calgary Kiwanis Festival is on. Daily sessions are free and evening concerts are available through tickets. For all the details, visit www.calgarykiwanisfestival.ca.

Baby massage course

Alisha shares the Shantala Baby Massage technique, Thursday, March 19, 7 to 8 p.m., at Room to Grow. Please register in advance by calling (403) 475-7805. Cost is $40 per parent or $50 per couple. For more information on Shantala baby massage, visit Room to Grow online.

Symphony Sundays for Kids

The Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra presents Symphony Sundays for Kids, Sunday, March 22. Musical Petting Zoo starts at 1:30 p.m., and the concerts at Jack Singer Concert Hall starts at 2:30 p.m. Visit www.cpo-live.com for more details or to purchase tickets, call 403-571-0849.

UPCOMING EVENTS . . . (4 NEW EVENTS)

What do you Crave? *NEW*

Do you CRAVE it all? To be a great mom, run an organized household, start-up your dream business or find that flexible job so you can pick up your kids up from school? Get your CRAVINGS satisfied at momcafé with sisters Carolyne McIntyre Jackson and Jodi Willoughby, co-owners of Crave Cookies and Cupcakes, Friday, April 3, 8:45 to 11 a.m., Earls Westhills Restaurant. As entrepreneurs and busy moms who are in business together, these ladies will share their story of how they are finding balance in life, as well as tips on building partnerships. Cost is $35 for non-members and $29 for members. Pre-registered childcare provided for an additional fee. Register online at www.momcafe.net.

Baby and grandparents show *NEW*

Welcome Wagon presents the baby/grandparents show, Saturday, April 4, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., Foothills Centennial Centre. For more information or to register, call Lisa at 403-995-0037.

Mom 2 mom sale *NEW*

Saturday, April 18, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., head out to Okotoks for the MOM 2 MOM sale, Foothills Centennial Community Centre, 204 Community Way, Okotoks. Buy or sell new or nearly new kids and babies clothes, toys, furniture and other gear, to other parents (or grandparents, caregivers, etc.). Table rentals are only $25. Contact Colleen at 403-995-0747 or e-mail envirolife@shaw.ca for more info or to book a table.

A journey with an eco-philosopher *NEW*

Join adventure explorer Leanne Allison as she takes you on a journey with eco-philosopher Joanna Macy. Be inspired by one of the great visionaries of our time. The workshop is scheduled for May 15 to 17, The Banff Centre. For more details and information visit www.lovingtheland.com.

Volunteer at the children’s fest

The Calgary International Children’s Festival is now accepting applications to fill various positions during the 2009 Festival scheduled for May 19 to 23 at the EPCOR CENTRE for the Performing Arts and on Olympic Plaza. Applications and a listing of available positions are accessible online at www.calgarychildfest.org or contact the CICF Volunteer Coordinator at 403-294-7414, Ext. 4 or e-mail volunteers@calgarychildfest.org.

Legendary Easter hunt tickets

Tickets for Butterfield Acres’ Legendary Easter Hunt are currently on sale. For all the details, visit Butterfield Acres.

Strathmore toy swap and sale

Saturday, April 18, take a little trip to Strathmore for a toy swap and sale, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., Westmount School. For more details or for a space, call Amy at 901-1954.

A Day Out With Thomas the Tank

Tickets are now on sale for A Day Out With Thomas the Tank at Heritage Park, scheduled for May 2 and 3, and May 9 and 10.

ONGOING EVENTS ONLINE . . .

Click here to find out the scoop on ongoing events in Calgary.

SALES . . . (1 NEW LISTING)

Spice up your room with great art at a great price *NEW*

We love the super sweet leather Mally Bibs that never stain. Even more, we’re big fans of their art cards. Here’s your chance to spruce up your child’s nursery at a reasonable cost. Now until the end of March, if you spend $98 at mallybibs.com, you get three FREE leather appliqué art cards! The Mally Bibs art cards are so adorable and when framed, they make for a wonderful accent to any nursery.

Popos Ponchos sale

Popos Ponchos are offering the tutti fruity poncho for a stellar deal at $28 (regular price $46). The tutti fruity poncho is currently not available in stores. All three sizes available. Available while quantities last. Coupons not valid on this offer. Visit www.poposponchos.com.

Cool sale at Milkshaxs

Currently for the month of March just before the new spring range is released Milkshaxs is offering a $20 sale for their remaining last pieces of current stock. Visit Milkshaxs online.

Gollygeez baby clearance sale

Online baby store gollygeez baby is holding a mega sale. Save 40 per cent off all items now until March 31, 2009. Enter coupon code GGB-0940 at checkout.

While we do our best to inform you of great family happenings around town, event details are subject to change.

Calgary archives

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