One of the best ways to really understand that you're not alone is to get out and meet us face-to-face. Whether you're looking for a little fun with or without the kids, a little information, or someone to share life's difficulties with, TTMAC is the place to go for multiples-centered support and get-togethers.
The most important can't-miss events are our monthly socials and coffee parties. TTMAC has divided the city and surrounding areas into zones to make it easy for our members to meet other parents who live close-by. These informal get-togethers give our members an opportunity to get out without children, share stories, ask questions and support one another.
For family fun, our annual Halloween and Christmas parties can't be beat. Look for live entertainment, games, food and activities for kids (of all ages, even infants!). For more casual get-togethers, check out our playgroups. There's nothing quite like being in an environment where everyone understands what it's like to chase after multiple children.
TTMAC isn't all fun and games . . . we also offer educational opportunities, such as CPR training and SAFE Kids. Don't miss our New and Expecting Parents Sessions and/or our Adjusting to Parenthood Sessions where we try to give you a little inside information on your upcoming changes.
Are you looking for more focused support and exchanges with other parents? We also offer the Breast Feeding Group, the Special Needs/Medical Parent Support Group, Triplets & More Support and Single Parents group. All these groups meet separately and provide peer-to-peer education in a more casual setting.
Of course, one of the unwritten benefits of making friendships through TTMAC is that you're less likely to stay home alone with your children. Pretty soon you and your multiples will be venturing out with your friends and their multiples more often. And as all parents of multiples know, any outing with multiple multiples is quite an event in itself!
The Fall TTMAC Sale will be held on Sept. 11, 2010 at the Bowness Sportsplex.
**The sale is now full** if you register after Aug. 16, you will be added to a wait list and contacted if a vendor spot opens up.**
Vendor registration (active members only) starts online Aug. 9. Simply return to this event listing and click "Register." Lapsed members will be required to renew their membership before being accepted as a vendor.
You can also email your vendor registration to salecoordiantor@ttmac.org on or after Aug. 9. We will accept the first 80 vendors who apply, and the remaining applications will be waitlisted, and called upon should any of the vendor spots open up.
Good luck and feel free to send any questions you have to salecoordinator@ttmac.org.
Remember to follow the guidelines if you are selling in the sale. If you are shopping, members with a valid membership card will be allowed in to shop at 7 a.m. Members of the public are allowed in at 9 p.m. Admission is $1 for the pubic.
Cash sales only!
Check out our three part “Terrific Toddler” series this fall presented by Families Matter. Families Matter strengthens families by creating learning opportunities that build confidence, competence and connection through life’s transitions. Visit www.familiesmatter.ca
What’s appropriate, what’s healthy? Families Matter facilitator Laurie Florence will discuss average toddler milestones and expectations and what’s coming up next for you with your child and how to prepare. This program helps you to learn what are reasonable expectations for your child and how not to expect too much, too soon. This helps you provide safe ways for your child to do their job and be ready to move onto their next stage.
Monday, October 25
Join us for discussion to clarify the differences between discipline and punishment and what the consequences in behavior and relationship may be. Strategies for clarity on expectations, motivations for misbehaviours, and discussion on flexibility vs. consistency.
Monday, November 22
Explore what self esteem is and its connection to a child’s behaviour. Learn skills to help ‘teach’ and raise a child’s self esteem and behaviours that can erode it unintentionally.
Attendance is limited and preference will be given to members.
Please confirm attendance by emailing parentingworkshopscoordinator@ttmac.org
Location:Deerfoot Meadows Superstore#100, 20 Heritage Meadows Drive SE, Community Room
Time:7:30 – 9pm
Cost:$5.00 per Member, $10.00 per Non-Member EACH SESSION
Please pay at the session. Exact change is appreciated.
Refreshments provided. Don’t miss it!!
Presented by: Safe and Sound
The Safe Kids 1 program is taught by a Police Officer and is designed to introduce your child to a personal safety plan.
Ages 3-5 years
• The basics of personal safety
• What to do if you’re lost
• How to “play safe”
• Inappropriate touching
• How to identify safe strangers
A parent/guardian must remain in the classroom for the duration of the program.
Time: 9:30am - 10:30am
Where: Trico Centre, 11150 Bonaventure Drive S.E.
Cost: $5.00 per child (Member), $15 per child (Non-Member)
Register to parentingworkshopscoordinator@ttmac.org
Space is limited & registrations are on a first come, first serve basis.
Time: 11:00am - 12:00pm
Please join us for the (infamous) TTMAC Women's Retreat in Banff this October.
Your package includes two or three nights accomodation in Banff at the Banff Park Lodge, cocktail reception on Friday night and brunch and free Yoga on Sunday.
Discounts on spa treatment, and welcome packages may also be available.
Don't miss out. Space is limited!
To send your payment by mail, email Katie at retreat@ttmac.org. Full payment must be received by Sept. 13 in order to secure your spot.
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