The SFP Connection Wednesday December 5, 2007

Monday Dec 10 at 7pm Board of Directors Meeting—all welcome. This meeting’s focus will be to connect and have a bit of fun before the holidays.

TONIGHT! There is still space! VIRTUES PROJECT A stand-alone introductory session Wed. Dec 5, 7- 9pm is a perfect opportunity for couples to take part together or for those who would like to see what it is all about. $15 per person or $20 per couple.
To register, call the SFP booking line at 778-881-4122.

TODAY! Christmas Card making class—make three handmade cards
Weds Dec 5 10am. $7 per person. Preregister with Susan at 778-322-1222. SPACES STILL AVAILABLE!

Special Events in December—email or drop in for a calendar

Toy and Food Drive
In the spirit of the holidays we’ve organized a Toy and Food Drive. Drop off your unwrapped new toys and food items by Dec 15 and we’ll ensure they are donated to local families in need. Any items for children aged 0-12 are welcome.

Breakfast with Santa
The big guy in the red suit will make an appearance on Saturday Dec 15 at 10am. Join us for fun, activities, treats, and an old fashioned pancake breakfast ($5 per person, max $20 per family)—this fee includes your drop-in. Pre-register with Susan at 778-322-1222.

Upcoming Programming for Families—full calendar available at SFP or on the website (click on Whats New)

Participatory Storytime with Anne Marie from the Surrey Public Library
Come join Anne Marie on Thursday Dec 6 at 10am for 30 minutes of stories, songs and fun! Free of charge with your drop-in fee.

Friday evening programming: Family Dinner and Boredom Busters (Dec 7)
Family Dinner is Honey Garlic Spare Ribs! Call us by noon on the Friday to reserve your family’s space (778-322-1222).
Theme: Winter Wonderland
Movie: Rudolph Cartoon and The Santa Claus 1
NEW! Want to come for both Family Dinner and Boredom Busters? Max $20 per family.

Upcoming Programming for Parents/Caregivers —all sessions free-of-charge with your drop-in fee. Childminding available—pre-register with Susan at 778-322-1222.

Wednesday Dec 12 at 10am Amanda from Infant Development Program visits

Thursday Dec 13 at 10am Chris from Dental Health visits

Family Connections Fridays at 10am. This week (Dec 7)—VIDEO: Barbara Coloroso, Kids Are Worth It Part 1. We’ll follow up with Part 2 Dec 14.

New Beginnings (drop-in group for parents with newborns)
Free-of-charge—starts in January 2008 on Thursdays from 11:30 am to 12:30pm.

Coffee and Chaos group continues on Thursdays at 10am.

Want to donate to SFP at this special time of year? Our Christmas Wish List:
We want to update our infant and toddler toys, dress up clothes, balls, crayons and other craft supplies, hot wheels cars/track. Our office is in need of shelving and a foldable table. SFP is a registered charity--tax receipts can be issued for donations. Special requests with your cash donation will be honoured.

A great gift!
Consider giving your favorite family a yearly membership or punch card to SFP. The gift that keeps on giving!

Can you help us distribute pamphlets in the community?
Are there one or two places that you frequent that you can keep stocked with our information. Very little time commitment that will make a big difference!!! Contact Laurel at ed@semiahmoofamilyplace.com.