Kitchener Christkindl Market Bringing Back Christmas Memories and starting New Traditions.

Countdown to the 2016 Kitchener Christkindl Market >  December 1 to 4, 2016
Having German roots, Christmas Markets did belong to my favourite Holiday Traditions. A Sunday afternoon visit to the Christmas Market was always a highlight of the Holiday season.
Hundreds of small wooden vending booths decorated with evergreens and holiday lights would fill up our city’s market square. Inside, vendors who were selling  unique toys and gifts, unseen in other stores.
There were the most delicious smells of grilled sausages, freshly baked gingerbread hearts, waffles, toasted almonds and warm anise candy.
I hadn’t been to a German Christmas Market in over a decade and
was struck, when I found out that Kitchener, Ontario has been holding a Christkindl Market for over 14 years now.
How could I have missed that?
To my excuse we are living a 2 hour car drive away from Kitchener and maybe that’s why this event never made into local event listing.
My children had heard many stories about the magical German Christmas Markets and they agreed in a heartbeat that we had to take a drive up the 401 to check out this unique German Tradition.

The Christkindl Market is an located in front of City hall on King Street.
It  is a four-day, indoor and outdoor event that lights up the heart of downtown Kitchener with its holiday spirit.
An ice skating ring could be found adjacent to the Christkindl Market and families were enjoying a spin on the ice.

If you have the time, take a free tour of downtown Kitchener via horse‑drawn carriage rides.
Inside the Rotunda of Kitchener City Hall, you’ll find food booths with a variety of  traditional German specialties.

Make sure to try a German Schnitzel with fried Onions on a bun,  sausage with Sauerkraut or a delicious Goulash (a beef stew).
A German vendor explained to me that sausages were made in German tradition without the use of fillers and preservatives
I was also delighted to see some of my Grandmother’s favourite soups, Pea soup and Potato soup.

Since it was lunch time when we arrived, we bought our sausages and schnitzels and headed inside, where we added some cream filled pastries from the Nougat Bakery Holiday to our meal selection.
The Christkindl Markt does offer an eating area in the cafeteria on the 10th floor, which also provides a beautiful view of the city.
The food was deliciously authentic and feeling very satisfied; we were now off to explore the Christmas Market.

The front entrance was welcoming visitors with a huge, festive decorated Christmas tree and the popular Haribo Bear (Haribo is the Maker of Gummie bears and German jelly candy) greeted us with free samples.

The Christkindl Market featured over 70 vendors on two floors of the building.
There were traditional German clothing, toys, handmade ornaments, nutcrackers, Christmas crafts from the Erzgebirge, jewellery and much more.

Traditional German “Raeucher Maenchen” in lots of unique and different shapes. Prices ranged from $30 to over $200. Insert an special holiday incense candle inside to fill your home with Holiday scent.

My Grandmother used to light a wooden Christmas Pyramid like the one pictured above every year. This model pictured here costs $300+.

Handmade Holiday Christmas pyramid from the Ore Mountains.

Browse booths like these Artisan stands with unique Amber Jewellery, Necklaces, Healing crystals

Handmade Wooden German toys                                                                                                                Glass Angels and tree ornaments

Don’t leave the Market without chosing one of the many authentic German baked goods and treats. I discovered all the popular ones like Marzipanstollen  Spitzkuchen and Lebkuchen and prices were lower better than at local European Specialty stores.

We bought packages of Lebkuchen (Gingerbread Hearts) covered with chocolate and they were so soft and fresh! I wish I had picked up more than 4 boxes.

On the first floor, stop by the Conestoga room to admire the Model Railway Display by Fred Aldred.

Mingling with visitors, were the German Christkindl and her Angels, Knecht Ruprecht and Klaus the Organ Grinder. I stopped to say Hi and snap a picture!

Plan some extra time to take in some of the outside entertainment on the big stage, where visitiors are treated to German Dance groups and choirs like the  Folk Dancers, Schwaben Dancers , Donau Dancers and choir.

My children also enjoyed the Blacksmith Demonstrations and the Kid’s workshop , Blacksmith Demonstrations on Civic Square.

We had a fabulous time and are looking forward to visiting again next year.

Will you be attending a Christmas Market this year?

If you go:

Kitchener  Christkindlmarkt, website at www.christkindl.ca here

Parking:

We parked in the public garage just off the Civic Square on King Street. (watch for the Spiral Garage to the right)

Check a Map for Parking here

• Saturday: FREE parking at Kitchener city hall garage (underground only)
• Sunday FREE parking at all Kitchener public lots

Prices:

I found prices to be very reasonable for an event and they are comparable to prices at German Christmas Markets. examples

• Gluehwein (Mulled wine) I paid  $5.50
• Sausage on a Bun with Sauerkraut $5.99
• German Hot Dogs on a Bun $4.99
• Christmas Stollen   $7 to $14

Adults:

Visit the Market “After Dark” from 9:00pm to 11:00pm and enjoy live music and a schnapps bar (legal drinking age)

Free Kids Activities

Kids Workshop, Puppet shows, Skating, Free Gummy Bear samples (1 Day event),Ice sculptures, Horse-Carriage Rides and more

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Diy – Homemade Advents Calendars

Kurt Adler Wooden Chimney Christmas Advent Calendar

The countdown to Christmas has started.
On of my favourite traditions as a child was opening our Advent calendars. Each morning, starting on December 1 my sister, and I got up and raced to our calendars to see what chocolate shape was to be found behind the door.  Stars, Christmas trees, bells and more, we loved the sweet surprise.

My children also enjoy their Advents calendars and especially for small children it shortens the wait till until Christmas.

Of course, you can purchase calendars now in every Grocery store.  They range from $1.25 at Dollar stores to $19 for exclusive Lindt chocolate ones. Even Lego and Playmobile Toy Calendars are now available (see below)
But much more unique and personal are homemade advent calendars, and they can be reused and handed down and become a family tradition.
You can craft an advent calendar from materials like wood, paper or fabric. There are virtually no limits to your creativity. It can be classic, simple or colourful and modern. Add numbered pouches, bags or boxes that can hold many types of small treats, an inspirational note, toys, or stickers.

I found some awesome and inspiring examples here and want to share some great ideas with you.
Make this year’s Advent extra special.

Better Homes and Garden
Create a calendar made from a 24 cup muffin tin. It doesn’t get much faster and easier than this.

Santa Countdown
How cute are these little Santas? Visit the link and get 24 different Santa printables and decorate your rolls
All you need is 24 toilet paper rolls, scissors, string, tape and colored paper for the hats.

Advent Calendar Tree

You don’t need carpenter skills, just a hammer, nails and wood to assemble this rustic tree of treats.

Fabric Advent Calendars, as seen on Amazon

Feeling like adding personal treats to a calendar, but don’t have the time to make a DIY calendar from scratch?

These cute fabric Christmas trees or Santas Advent calendars have 24 pockets, that are just asking to be stuffed with special treats for your favourite child or person!

browse all Advent Calendars on Amazon.ca

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Santa Claus Parades in Ontario 2016 Check Cities, Dates and Times

source: Flicker, Santa Parade Toronto

The holiday season is very magical for children and many communities kick of the holiday season with their annual Santa Parade.
Most small and all large cities in Ontario are offering their own Santa Parades or Festival of Light Parades, starting as early as mid-November.
In smaller rural communities (like mine) the Santa Claus Parades are comprised of school floats, local marching bands, local Food Banks and community floats.  For several years, my children have helped decorate the floats for their schools and clubs and had the honour of being on one of the floats during the Parade.

If you live in a large city like Windsor or Toronto, your Parades may be  quite a bit more elaborate with professional decorations and balloon animation.
Small or big, I am sure the Parades mentioned will be enjoyed by everyone. Each year old and young are crowding the sidewalks, waiting to see  Santa and Mrs. Claus roll by in their sleigh, spreading a jolly Hohoho Christmas cheer.

 Are you looking to attend a Santa Parade in your area?  On my Events calendar page, you can find all the 2015 Parade dates and times.  If your city is not mentioned, please drop me a line, and I will gladly add it.
Please view the Events Calendar here. to get all the dates and times

Update: dates for the 2016 Santa Parades in Ontario keep coming in. Parades dates that are unconfirmed are marked with na. Please come back and check for updates on these cities and events.

To make locating your favourite Santa Parade easier we have decided to list Parades alphabetically rather than by dates. Simply scroll down to find your city.

Santa Parades in Southwest Ontario and GTA

Acton  – Sat, November 19th, 2016

Ajax  – November 26, 2016 6:00 PM
Amherstburg  – November 26, 2016. Visit the big guy Santa afterwards at Toddy Jones Park.6 pm, Free
Angus 
- November 21st  10 a.m.
Arthur – November 29th 7 p.m.,Opti-Mrs. Santa Claus Night Parade
Aurora   –  Saturday, November 26 from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m.
Bolton – December 3rd, 2016. The theme is “Christmas Carols”
Bowmanville  –  Nov 12th, www.bowmanvillesantaclausparade.com
Brampton  –  NOVEMBER 19, 2016 at 5PM under the stars,  www.bramptonsantaclausparade.com
Brantford   – November 26th, 2016, Christmas Around The World, /www.brantfordsantaclausparade.ca/
Burlington  – December 4th 2 p.m.
Cambridge  – November 19th  6 p.m. www.cambridgesantaparade.com
Chatham  – November 18th  downtownchatham.com
Chatsworth  – December 17th  10:30 a.m.
Clinton – December 4th 7 p.m.
Dundalk – December 5ht,
Elora 
- Nov 28th
Essex – December 12th 6:30 p.m.
Etobicoke  – December 5th  10 a.m.
Flamborough – November 28th, 6:30pm – www.flamboroughsantaclausparade.com
Fergus  – December 05, 01:30 PM  to 03:00 PM
Forest  – November 28, 2015 at 7pm
Frankford Saturday, November 28th, 2015 2:00 p.m.
Georgetown  – November 21st, 5 p.m.
Goderich  – November 21
Guelph  – November 15th at 1.30pm
Grand Valley  – November 28th  www.townofgrandvalley.ca
Hanover Kinsmen  – na
Harrow  – December 6th  7 p.m.
Hespler  – na hespelersantaclausparade.ca
Kincardine – December 5th
Kingsville  – November 21st
Kitchener Waterloo  – November 21st
London  –  November 14th, www.londonsantaclausparade.ca
Lucknow – November 27th 7 p.m.
Markham  – November 28th 11 a.m. www.mainstreetmarkham.com/santa-claus-parade
Meaford  –n.a.
Milton  – November 15th 1:30 p.m. www.miltonsantaclausparade.ca
Mississauga  – November 29th 1 p.m., www.mississaugasanta.com
Mount Forest  – December 5th  7 p.m.
Newcastle – na
Newmarket – November 15th  11 a.m..
Oakville  – November 21th 9 am www.oakvillesantaclausparade.ca
Orangeville – November 14th 5 p.m.,
Oshawa 
 – November 21nd  6 p.m.
Owen Sound 
– November 21st  10 a.m., www.owensoundsantaparade.com
Paisley  – November 27th, 7pm
Pickering  – November 28th  10 am
Port Elgin  – November 28th  7 p.m.
Port Perry – December 6th 5 p.m.
Richmond Hill  – November 22  1:30 p.m., www.richmondhill.ca
Rockwood Parade of Lights – December 10th  7 p.m., www.rockwoodfarmersparade.org
Sarnia  – December 5th 6 p.m., Sarnia Kinsmen Christmas Parade Of Lights
Schomberg – December 6th 4 p.m. Main Street Christmas, www.schomberg.ca
Seaforth  –
Southampton – December 4th 7 p.m.
St. Mary’s Kinsmen Club Parade of Lights  – November 13th  7 p.m.
St. Thomas – November 21st, 6 p.m., www.optimistsantaclausparade.com
Stoney Creek  – December 5th 2 p.m., www.santaparadestoneycreek.com
Stratford  – November 22rd  4:30 p.m.
Sutton – December 5th 5 p.m.
Toronto  – November 15th  12:30p.m., www.thesantaclausparade.com
Tobermory   –
Uxbridge  – November 21st  11 a.m., www.uxbridgesantaclausparade.com
Vaughan  – November 22nd  2 p.m., www.santafestinmaple.com
Walkerton  – November 28th  7 p.m.
Whitby  – December 5th  10 a.m., www.whitbyparade.com
Wiarton – December 5th  7 p.m.
Windsor  – December 5th  6 p.m.
Woodstock  – November 21st,  6 p.m.
Zurich Lighted  – November 30th  5:30 p.m.

 view our Ontario Events Calendar

click here to view more

Santa Parades are highlighted in red on the calendar. Some of the Parades start around 10 or 11 am, while many Parades are in the evening.

Santa Parades in the Hamilton and Niagara Region 

Fort Erie  – November 21nd  12 p.m.
Grimsby  – December 5th  5:15 p.m.,  www.grimsbyparade.ca
Hamilton  – November 21st  2 p.m., hamiltonsantaparade.com
Niagara Falls  – November 14th  11 a.m.
Niagara on the Lake  – December 12th  11 a.m.
Pelham  – December 12th  1 p.m.
Port Colborne  – December 5th, 6:30 p.m.
St. Catherines  – November 22  2:30p.m.
Thorold  – November 28th  4 p.m., thorold-santaparade.com/
Welland  – November 21st  4 p.m.
West Lincoln  – November 28th  2 p.m.

Santa Parades in East Ontario Region

Pembroke of Lights – November 28th  5:30 p.m.
Kingston – November 21st   5 p.m.
Almonte – December 6th  5 p.m.
Belleville – November 15th   
4:30 p.m.4:30 p.m.
Brockville – November 28th  2 p.m.
Bloomfield  
- November 27th  6:30 pm
Carleton Place – November 28th  5 p.m.
Cornwall  – November 21sth 5 p.m.,www.cornwallsantaclausparade.com
Deep River of Lights – December 5th  5:30 p.m.
Gananoque  – November 28th  4:30 p.m.
Merrickville  –
Napanee  – December 5th
Pakenham  – December 5th  1 p.m.
Perth 
 – December 5th  5 p.m.
Picton 
 – November 29th  2 p.m.,facebook.com/PictonSantaClausParade
Prescott Light Up The Night Christmas Parade – November 20th 7 p.m.
Smiths Falls  – www.smithsfalls.ca
Stittsville  Parade of Lights– November 28th  6 p.m.
Trenton, November 29th, 2015 4:30 p.m.

Northern Ontario, Muskoka & Algonquin Santa Parades

Alliston – November 21st 6 p.m.
Apsley – November 22nd  2 p.m.
Bala – November 15th   1 p.m.
Barrie 
 – November 15th  5 p.m.
Bancroft  
- Lions Club December 5th
Madawaska Valley November 21st Lions Club,
Bobcaygeon  – December 12th  5 p.m.
Bracebridge Kinsmen 
 –  December 6th 1 p.m., bracebridgesantaparade.com
Bradford West Gwillimbury  – November 15th  6 pm
Cobourg 
- November 16th  2 p.m.
Coldwater – December 6th 5 p.m.
Collingwood   – November 22nd   500 pm
Cookstown   -
 November 15th  6 p.m.
Espanola  – November 29th 7 p.m.
Dryden – December 5th 6:30 p.m.
Gore Bay  – December 6th   7 p.m.
Fenelon Falls  – November 28th   5 p.m. www.santaday.ca
Gravenhurst  
- November 28th  11 a.m.
Huntsville  – November 27th  7 p.m.
Kenora – Kinsmen November 28th  5:30 p.m.
Kirkland Lake  – November 27th 7 p.m.
Lindsay – November 22nd 2 p.m., www.lindsayparade.com
Midland – November 28th  11 a.m.
Minden Hills– November 21st
North Bay – November 22nd
Orillia 
- November 22nd
Parry Sound 
– November 28th .
Peterborough 
 – December 5th
Port Carling – November 21st
Port Hope  – November  28th  www.porthopesantaclausparade.ca
Sault Ste. Marie  Rotary – 
November 21st.
Sudbury 
 – November 21st
Thunder Bay  Rotary – November 21st .
Timmins  – November 7th 6 p.m.
Wasaga Beach 
– November 28th

Ottawa Area Santa Parades 

Arnprior – November 29th  6 p.m.

Eganville – December 13th
Ottawa Parade – November 21st , www.toyparade.org
Kanata  – November 14th  10 a.m.
Barrhaven  – November 23rd  5:30 a.m,www.santaclausbarrhaven.com
Gatineau  – November 28th  7 p.m., www.paradehohoho.com
Orleans  – November 28th  6 p.m., www.paradeoflights.org

Niagara Festival of Lights

Some of the cities also offer a seasonal Holiday of Lights show , which may start on or around the same time.

Try to take in some of these beautiful displays that illuminate a park or street. They are a fun, free and seasonal tradition for many Canadians

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My first bout with back problems started after our last move.
After packing, lifting and moving dozens upon dozens of boxes, it should have come as no surprise that my back went on a sudden and very painful “strike”. You know the feeling when it hurts to stand,  move or sit and don’t even try to get up!
I did grab a few acetaminophen, and they worked somewhat for the 4 hours or so. I was still fairly uncomfortable though especially at night.
Since I did not want to pop pill after pill, my pharmacist recommended the Robax HeatWraps with ThermaCare.
I prefer heat to ice when dealing with a sore back and have tried self-heating ointments, but did not like the odour and greasy feeling they left behind.
After applying, the Robax Heat wraps almost immediately relaxed my muscles and took my pain away.
I was amazed, at how fast and great the pads worked on this tough backache.
The heat from these pads is comfortable and not burning, and the wraps were hidden beneath clothing.
The first couple days I wore them through the day.
My favourite time to wear the heat wraps was at night, though, because they would provide pain relief all night.
Getting out of bed seemed a lot easier, after wearing the wraps, as my back muscles felt less stiff and not painful.
The Robax  HeatWraps even continued to provide pain relief for several hours after I removed them.
Since this time, I have used the Robax Heat wraps a few times and always an extra one in my medicine cabinet.
What’s your go-to remedy for dealing with back pain and have  you tried any heat wraps yet?

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Robax Products That will soothe your aching Back

Capsules

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Heat-wraps

The Lower Back & Hips and Neck & Shoulder wraps are effective for relieving minor back and muscle aches by using controlled heat. The heat wraps are active for eight hours, but most feel up to 16 hours of relief.

Helping You Cope with Back Pain

Back Pain Guide

Robax provides an interactive and personalized back pain relief guide, found here. Pain levels and the cause of your back pain are also considered. After filling out the short survey, you will be directed to a page that gives alternative pain management techniques. info at www.backrelief.ca

Understanding Back Pain

This section educates readers about the types of back pain, reasons why, and treatment options.

Prevention and Managing

It’s always best to prevent back pain and keeping it from becoming worse. Read more on the website about the top three tips for  back pain relief here

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I am a planner and map addict. I love browsing brochures, mapping cities, attractions and trips. The anticipation and planning adds to the excitement of discovering a new place, park or city.
If you are living in Ontario or planning a vacation or getaway, you will enjoy the list of maps and resources below.
There are some great free maps and guides available for Tourists and Visitors to Ontario. 

The best ones to get started are found on the official Ontario Travel website.

Get these FREE 2015 publications on the Ontario, Yours To Discover website at www.ontariotravel.net
You may even request a free copy mailed to your home. Simply add the guides you wish to receive to the cart and then check out.

Best of Ontario Mag: Discover Ontario’s Highlights and top things to do and to see here

Attractions Ontario has you covered with savings for the most popular Attractions, get you coupon savings here

2015 TORONTO PAN AM/PARAPAN PLAYBOOK, catch up on the games view here

Witness history come alive during the Games, and make some of your own in Ontario.

2015/2016 Festival & Events Guide Ontario, plan your next festival trip with this handy guide and see what’s happening this summer in your area, view the list here

Official Road Map of Ontario 2014/15 – This Map is published on Discover Ontario site and is MUST for anyone. You can order a free copy of this Road map here or proceed to download a pdf version. Need a quick glance to map out a route?, view it online now! The map is divided into Northern and Southern Ontario

Nature Parks, Wilderness and quaint Northern towns, there is lots to see and do Northern Ontario. order a copy or get the download now

Have a favourite map, resource or guide to share?
I would love to hear it. Please leave a comment below.

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Truvia Sweetener Review and Free Sample

Sugar seems to be a big No-No these days when it comes to healthy eating and staying on track with keeping your optimal weight.
Even my doctor recommended cutting out sugar and using natural alternatives.
Browsing the store shelves at my local grocery store, my eyes fell on Truvia, a natural product made with Stevia.
I decided to visit their website and gather more information about this calorie free alternative.
To my great delight, I also discovered they are currently offering a free sampling opportunity, and I requested my free sachets asap.
I will share my experience with this product once my free trial arrives.

If you’d like to get in on the review, here is the link to order your free Truvia products

About Truvia

Truvia is a sugar substitute. It was a product that was developed by the Coca Cola Company and Cargill and launched in 2008. Truvia is made from leaf extracts of the stevia plant along with erythritol (a sugar alcohol) and natural flavours.

Truvia is marketed as a tabletop sweetener, for example – added to beverages like coffee – and it can also be used in recipes. You’ll also find Truvia as the main sweetener in a number of beverages on the market, including Vitamin Water, Sprite Green, All Sport Naturally Zero, Blue Sky Free, Crystal Light Pure, Zevia soda, and some varieties of Odwalla juices.

Products

Truvia makes three different products. They’re all really just Truvia, but the difference is in how it is packaged and what it will be used for. For sweetening foods and beverages there are Truvia packets/sachets. These are convenient for on the go use and come in 40 count and 80 count boxes.

The second option is Truvia Sponable. This is a jar packaging designed for use at home where you can spoon out and sprinkle the amount of Truvia you want. One third a teaspoon of Truvia spoonable is the equivalent to one teaspoon of sugar.

Finally, Truvia sells a Baking Blend which is a packet that combines Truvia with sugar to use in your recipes. Even though there is real sugar inside, Truvia Baking Blend contains 75% fewer calories than if you used all sugar.

Recipes

You’ll find that you can substitute Truvia Baking Blend for sugar in just about all of your favorite recipes, but I also wanted to point out that the Truvia website has an excellent recipes page. You can view the recipes here. The left side allows you to search recipes. You can also browse recipes by product (Truvia Natural Sweetener or Truvia Baking Blend), Course (Beverages & Smoothies, Bread & Muffins, Breakfast, Cakes, Cookies & Bars, Coctails, Desserts, Main Dishes, Salads, and Side Dishes).

Truvia’s Safety

Truvia is safe to eat for most people, but it is possible to experience an allergic reaction. For example, Truvia is made from stevia – an herb – and therefore may cause a reaction in people who are allergic to plants like ragweed.

Some people also experience gastrointestinal side effects when ingesting Truvia. These side effects are related to the sugar alcohol ingredient, erythritol. While up to 90% of erythritol is absorbed by the small intestine and excreted in urine, small amounts can reach the large intestine and cause gastrointestinal symptoms like bloating and cramps. The symptoms are mild and brief, but if you experience them you may have to limit how much Truvia you consume each day/week.

Where Can I Buy Truvia

For a list of stores that carry Truvia, visit this page.

Contacting Truvia

If you have a question or comment for Truvia, you can reach them by dialing 1-866-986-6077 or by sending an email to [email protected]

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Garnier Canada provides helpful advice you need to look and feel beautiful.
The Garnier Canada website also has many useful beauty tools that will help you have access to finding your best look.
You will find step by step hair styling videos, skin care routines and the hair colour diagnostic tool. There is also a great Garnier Canada Newsletter where you will receive special offers, new product information and free giveaways.
Take care of yourself and check out Garnier Canada’s website now.

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My children have been out of diapers now since “like forever” it seems, but I am still collecting Pampers Diapers Gifts to Grow points! If you are wondering why, the answer is very simple.
Anyone can collect points and there are more rewards than just toys and baby stuff.
You can redeem points for free gift certificates, enter to win contests and like free Shutterfly prints, free photo magnets, Canada Leaf T-Shirt, Photo Calendars and more.

New Pampers Canada Gift To Grow Codes

If you are looking for a new code, read on and use the new codes

You can enter these new codes

• FBJW5ZN5D3AL915 – 10 points (valid until December 13)

First, you will need to log into your Pampers account here

After that, click this link and log in on the Pampers Loyalty Landing Page.

where you can claim your 15 FREE reward points. 

This offer is valid until November 15th, 2015

Log in here to get your points

A little info and help about the Pampers Gifts to Grow Program

How to Find Codes

• Inside each package of Pampers diapers or training pants you’ll find a small white label with your Gifts to Grow code.
• Wipes have codes printed directly onto the packaging. The location of the label or code depends on the type of product or package.

Choose your product and package type:
Diapers or Pants sold in a bag
The 15-digit Gifts to Grow code is printed on a small, white label, approximately two inches by one inch in size.

Follow these simple steps to find your code and redeem it for points!
We also post extra codes in our newsletters, like the one above
The Gifts to Grow Rewards Program has been extended until December 31, 2014!

Where to find Pampers Bonus Codes?

Pampers does publish the occasional Bonus codes on their Twitter and Facebook page.
You can find the newest Pampers Codes posted above or in our newsletters.

 What types of Rewards can I get?

There are many different rewards offered each month and some of them might even be free.

example of rewards include:

• 500 Points – Prints Package from Shutterfly: 25 4×6, Two 5×7 and One 8×10
• 750   Pts.Digital Downloads of cheerful ongs and colorful learning games for toddlers
• 800   Pts.Shutterfly 12-month 8×11 Wall Calendar
• 1,000 Points – soft Potty Seat
• 1,100 Points Canada Leaf T-Shirt
• 1,300 Pts. Manhattan Toy Go! Puppy
• 1,300 Pts.  Itzy Ritzy Reusable Snack Bag
• 1,300 Pts.Alex Stickers for the Tub-Beach Buddies
• 1,550 Pts. book, What To Expect® The Second Year
• 1,650 Pts. Smart Play Magic Animals Flash Cards
• 1,800 Pts. Canadian Infant Hockey 3 PC Onesie Set
• 2,000 Pts.Belly Glo Nightlight
• 2,500 Pts. Homedics SoundSpa Glow Giraffe
• 2,600 Pts. Kaloo Plume Plush Animal
• 2,600 Pts.Melissa & Doug 2 in 1 Talking Ball
• 2,900 Pts. Lillybit Cosmetic Case
• 4,900 Pts. Playskool Sesame Street Let’s Rock Elmo

You may also donate your points (10 points each) to Charities like Babys Breath , The Sunshine Foundation of Canada and others

or use your points for extra sweepstakes entries to win great prizes.

View the complete list of all current rewards here

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Home Depot Workshops for Kids – 

The next free workshop coming up is:

Kids will learn how to build a Christmas Napkin Holder

when: Saturday November 21st, 2015
time: 10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Build Holiday Stacking Blocks

When: Saturday December 5th, 2015
Time10:00 AM – 12:00 PM

Cost: Free
Kids will learn how to build a these projects using a hammer and glue

If you go:

Visit www.homedepot.ca/workshops and register now.

More info on Home Depot Workshops:

Home Depot workshops are Free and they are recommended for kids from 4 to 12 years of age
All materials needed to complete a project are provided by your local Home Depot store. Please note your child must be accompanied by an adult to participate.

The Home Depot offers DIY workshops for kids that are a free, fun and educational way to spend a Saturday morning or afternoon. They are being held once per month on the second Saturday.

What I love about the workshops is that the projects not only teach skills, but the final product is actually useful and will come in handy!
Workshop often coincide with special occasions like Mother’s Day, Valentine’s, Father’s Day and give children the chance to make gifts for a special someone in their life.

example of workshops and projects included these Build a:

Football Toss Game

Load n’go Truck

 Chalkboard Planter Stand

Heart Box

Build a Picket Fence Frame

Chalkboard Door Hanger

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Toronto Eaton Centre Events

Event Update:

Santa has arrived at the Log Cabin and is eager to meet your children!
Bring the kids to meet jolly and cheerful Santa, get your picture taken and listen to Santa read a Christmas story.
You may also book ahead to avoid line-ups and a long wait!

If your child has autism, you could book a special Santa visit, You even have a choice to book a “Sensitive Santa.”
This program has smaller crowds and less wait time!

Santa Log Cabin Dates and Times
November 12th to Thursday, December 24, 2015
Time: 9:00 AM to 3:00 PM

Cost: Santa’s Log Cabin is $10 per child and two free adults per child. All proceeds from Santas cabin will go to local charities.(Autism Speaks, Covenant House and Women’s College Hospital Foundation!

Santas Log Cabin program is recommended for children ages 3-8 years, but everyone is welcome.

Get details www.cfshops.com/toronto-eaton-centre

Winter fashion has arrived, and Holiday shopping sales are in full swing! This is the perfect time to hit the Eaton centre to freshen up your wardrobe. and to check out some of the seasonal sales and specials offered by vendors and take in a free event or two!

It seems like there is always something going on at the Toronto Eaton Centre and we have the newest
events, free sample giveaways and demos listed above.

Did you know that the Eaton Centre is celebrating it’s 35th Birthday this year?
Build in the heart of the city, the Eaton Centre has provided years of style, culture and deals!
Below I have added some helpful links and info including Mall hours and Social Media connects.
Toronto Eaton Centre Hours

Mon-Fri 10:00am – 9:30pm
Sat 9:30am – 9:30pm
Sun 10:00am – 7:00pm

New official web page at www.cfshops.com/toronto-eaton-centre

 Social Media and Promotions

Want to stay on top of new events and promotions?

I have found a Fan page at Facebook.com/CFTorontoEatonCentre

Popular Events at Toronto Eaton Center

You can count on these great annual events to bring fun and entertainment to Kids and Adults

Disney Store for a Halloween Party
Dress up as your favourite Disney Character and come out for a Halloween Dress Rehearsal at Disney Store!
There will be crafts, games and a costume parade and a FREE Halloween surprise!
When: Friday, October 16 5:30 pm – 7 pm Saturday, October 17 11 am – 12:30 pm, limited space

Facebook.com/torontoeatoncentre

Previous Hot Events

UFC Free Fan Event

The UFC 189 World Tour – free Press Conference, starting at 4pm in MAC Court!

Town Shoes Event

Looking for the newest in footwear fashion? Stop by on Saturday for the sponsored event from Town Shoes.
Enjoy live music, free rides on the Shoe-aholic streetcar and fashion tips from style expert Peter Papapetrou

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