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September 3, 2009 - AB | events, local

Around town Alberta . . .

Calgary area events . . .

Upcoming Mommy Smart events

What happens at a MommySmart event? Moms will have the opportunity to relax in a friendly environment, enjoy a glass of wine and learn about a topic of interest to them. Each presentation, including Q&A, lasts approximately 1.5 - 2 hours, with plenty of time for mingling and chatting before and after the presentation. On Friday, Sept. 18, Gail J. Dahl, a mother, researcher, educator and advocate for safe and gentle childbirth, has done exactly that by providing a thorough guide for parents in her new book, Pregnancy & Childbirth Secrets. Gail will be sharing her Top Ten Secrets to a Great Birth. On Oct. 2, your very own mommy stylist, Kim from Mommy Wear Daily, will let us in on the secret of the top 10 mommy wardrobe pieces and how to wear them to make a fabulous wardrobe. Plus, avoiding mom jeans - how to buy flattering jeans that really fit. Tickets are $39.99 plus GST and are available at www.mommysmart.ca, the Urban Treehouse, and Cater Tot Consignment.

Calgary Moms Trade Fair

Drop by the Radisson Hotel-Trade Centre, 2120 16th Ave. NE, on Saturday, Sept. 19, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m., for the Calgary Moms Trade Fair. Check out items from a variety of dozens exhibitors at this free event.

Chestermere Country Fair

The Chestermere Agricultural Society hosts annual Chestermere Country Fair Saturday, Sept. 20, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m., Chestermere Recreation Centre. Entertainment for the whole family. Event is free.

Calgary Peace Pole Unveiling Celebration

The Calgary Peace Pole Community invites you to celebrate the International Day of Peace by attending the unveiling of the Calgary Peace Pole and plaza, Sunday, Sept. 20, 1:30 to 4 p.m., Peace Park (Bow River pathway at 2nd Avenue and 8th Street SW). Celebration starts at 2 p.m. and there’s a walk at 1:30 p.m. Entertainment, family barbecue, and children's activities. Visit www.calgarypeacepole.org for more information.

Instrument petting zoo

Calgary Philharmonic Orchestra presents Symphony Sundays for Kids. This Sunday, Sept. 20, there will be an Instrument Petting Zoo at 1:30 p.m. and the concert Platypus Theatre's Rhythm In Your Rubbish is at 2:30 p.m., at the Jack Singer Concert Hall. To purchase tickets, contact 403-571-0849 or visit online.

Salsa Babies at Lululemon

Join in for Salsa Babies every Tuesday morning at the Southcentre Lululemon for a free session at 8:30 a.m. Snuggle baby in your carrier and shake your hips to feel great all day! Visit www.babybusy.ca for more.

Babyfest

Visit your local Babies R Us for sales, and meet local expert resources for you and baby including Car Seat Safety, Blood Cord, Salsa Babies, Playtex and much more during Babyfest, which is currently on until Sept. 19.

Backyardigans are coming to town

Get set, gather the kids and book your tickets to The Backyardigans: Sea Deep In Adventure, with three shows in Edmonton, Sept. 19, Northern Alberta Jubilee; two shows in Calgary, Sept. 22, Southern Alberta Jubilee Auditorium; and one show in Banff, Sept. 26, The Banff Centre. All the ticket details are online at Ticketmaster.ca.

Marketing choices that save you time and money

Learn how to spend your time and money wisely to grow a great business with a special seminar on Time & Money Are Limited Resources: Make Marketing Choices Which Save Both, Wednesday, Sept. 23, 7 p.m., Strathcona Christie Community Association Hall 277 Strathcona Blvd. SW, Calgary. Featuring a prominent local photographer who built her business from her network not her pocket book. See all MPowered Marketing events and pre-register: www.getmarketing.ca. On Wednesday, Sept. 30, 7 p.m., the seminar is: Brand is the Big 'B' in Small Business: How To Build a Brand to Save You Money. To be held at Marquis de Lorne Community Association Hall in Copperfield, 6 Copperstone Way SE. Learn how important your brand is in saving you money and building your business fast. Featuring a local retail business owner who has made mistakes & will tell you about it! See all MPowered Marketing events and pre-register: www.getmarketing.ca.

Edmonton area events . . .

Harvest of the past

Sunday, Sept. 20, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., the Ukrainian Village presents the Harvest of the Past & Taste of Heritage. Enjoy nostalgic harvest activities, historic demonstrations, entertainment and more. For more information, visit www.ukrainianvillage.ca.

Upcoming events. . .

Helping future generations

Momcafe presents Jessica Jacobs, president/designer of Little Soles Inc., and Natalie Odd, executive director of Clean Calgary Association and Green Party of Canada, Calgary Centre Electoral Candidate, who will share their unique and inspirational stories of balancing work, family and the environment at the next momcafé event on Friday, Sept. 25., 9 to 11 a.m., at Earls Restaurant Westhills,140 Stewart Green SW, Calgary. Cost: $35 non-members - $29 members (plus GST) . Onsite childcare is available for an additional fee. To register: www.momcafe.net/register.

Fall retreat just for you

GirlTalk is holding a fall retreat in Canmore, Sept. 25 to 26 at the Creekside Country Inn. GirlTalk has rented the entire Inn so there will be no interruptions. The weekend will include a wine and dessert PJ party on Friday night, 80’s name that tune competition, prizes, games, gifts, good food, and great company. For more information or to register for this ladies weekend please go to www.girltalkevents.com and click on upcoming events.

Halloween Spooktacular

Enjoy a spooky night out for us ladies with Girltalk’s Spooktacular, Friday, Oct. 30, 7:30 p.m. Meet at the base of the Calgary Tower at 7:15 p.m. and head out for a tour of downtown by lantern to learn about the history and hauntings of the area. The cost to register is $18 (includes taxes), please make sure you dress for the weather and wear comfortable shoes for this 90-minute tour as you will be exploring the area on foot. You can get more information and register at www.girltalkevents.com.

Ongoing events online . . .

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Sales scoop . . .

Underwear sale

Say it with Undies is offering 20% off all their regular priced Smart Ass thongs, until Sept. 30, 2009. With sayings like "birthday girl" and "yummy mummy" there's sure to be something for every occasion! Use code: SmartDeal2009, shipping is a flat rate of $3.

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

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