A strong earthy, deep-rooted loving red to represent the parents, and a fresh, soft new-born green to represent the young children (the subtle sage green of Kamloops hills). The red leaves of the logo are the parents: a couple, a mother (pregnant as shown by the 'bump' on the leaf) and a single parent. The children are between them and together the entire Kamloops family' is centred/grounded by one focal pointfamily living and unity. As a team they present an exuberant yet simple flower... which speaks to a harmonious life and what true beauty really is all aboutour relationships with eachother. The logo also evokes a sense of movement... the action and activity of a family in motion, doing' things together.

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School’s out for summer… well, for the kids at least!

Does your organization have a great summer camp, program, or activity planned for kids this year?

Feature it on www.kamloopsparents.com starting May 22, 2012 (to August 31, 2012).  For only $35.00, you provide a short description of the program details, dates/times, and ages and we’ll post all of your events and programs happening throughout the summer months in a special section linked directly on the home page of our website (www.kamloopsparents.com/summercamps2012)  Of course, we are always happy to post strictly events for free; however, this special also gives your program the following additional exposure:


  • Link to the Summer Camps events page in our June and July newsletter
  • Link to the Summer Camps events page on our facebook page and twitter feed.
  • Your website provided on the Summer Camps events page, linked to your site.

Spread the word about your event to over 3000 parents in Kamloops!  Cont
act Jennifer to save your advertising spot today.  Ask about our special offer if you’ve previously advertised your Spring Break or Summer camps with us!

Email: jennifer@kamloopsparents.com


Saturday, April 28th from 9am to 2pm, swing by Calvary Community Church and check out the 10th KamloopsParents.Com Family Market.

$2 admission to see many amazing deals on new and used children’s clothing items, toys, and more.

Photo Sessions from Life Unfolding Photography

Child Care from Kamloops Christian Daycare

Concession from Taco Del Mar

Special Guests from Enchanted Teacup

Here are more of our fantastic business sponsors that you can find at the event….

 

Wild About Party Packs

All You need to get your party started!
Complete on-line party store featuring unique birthday themes and shower ideas. Participate in our Ducky Draw to win from 5%-50% off a party pack.

Wild About Party Packs is your complete on-line party store featuring over 20 unique birthday themes, coloured tableware and shower packs. Our loot bags include re-usable items that encourage creative play. Some of our unique themes include Totally Gross Out, Back Yard Explorer, Sweet Treat, Pop Star Diva, Knights of the Round Table and Let’s Have Tea. Our party packs are designed to be brought to any party location for easy set up. These convenient and affordable party packs save you time and energy so you can enjoy the moment. Free delivery in Kamloops. You supply the guests, we supply the rest!

Contact: Contact form

Candace and Andrea
www.wildaboutpartypacks.com
wildaboutpartypacks@hotmail.com

River’s Pretty Things

Velvet Lined Clips to Grip Fine Hair

River’s Pretty Things makes velvet lined hair clips that grip even the finest hair and stay put. We also make hair accessories like hair clip holders and handmade flower. Check us out online at www.RiversPrettyThings.ca or www.facebook.com/riversprettythings. Feel free to email Elizabeth at happytrout23@gmail.com if you have any questions regarding River’s Pretty Things.

Check us out on-line at www.riversprettythings.ca or at Lizzie Bits downtown Kamloops

 

Ladybugz Slings ‘n’ Things

“Helping Moms Bond With Their Babies… One Sling At A Time!”

Ladybugz Slings ‘n’ Things is owned by a mother of 3. Shannon tried every sling imaginable until she finally made her own in 2008, after being surprised with a strong-willed newborn with reflux. She needed to be carried constantly! Since there were none to be found locally, Shannon decided to make her own ring sling. Ladybugz Slings has grown since that day, to be a business that cares about their customers and is trying to help bring moms and babies closer together. Ladybugz Slings are so easy to adjust and keep baby tight and close! They can be worn up to 35lbs and are very easy to master. Great for breastfeeding too! Custom orders? No problem. We are here to make sure that you get a sling that works for you and that you are happy with.

info@ladybugzslings.com  250.319.4437  www.LadybugzSlings.com


Life Unfolding Photography

Photography for all your little wild things

Life Unfolding captures who your kids really are: how they look when they laugh, when they roar with an excited face and when we finish leaping off the furniture we take a moment to be calm and capture how their face changes when they are quiet and how they reach out to their favourite spot in your lap.

Support Mikayla’s Hope for a Cure with 3 images for $20.00 today at the swap or contact Sara at photographer@lifeunfolding.ca  http://lifeunfolding.ca/

 

 

Kamloops Christian Daycare

We are a Group Licensed Daycare that provides care for Infants, Toddlers, 3 to 5 year olds and School age.

We also have a Preschool and a Jr Kindergarten Program.  We provide two snacks and a lunch for the children.  If you would like more information,please call 250.376.4201

 

Kamloops Museum & Archives

Local history buffs, storytellers, educators…At the Kamloops Museum & Archives, we keep history alive.

Immerse yourself in the rich and colourful history of Kamloops on three floors of exhibits featuring First Nations peoples, the fur trade, gold rush, cattle ranching, fly fishing and more.  The popular Children’s Museum on the lower level features a dress-up area and hands on activities for the young and the young at heart!  We offer a variety of programs including birthday parties, walking tours and special guest speakers.  2012 commemorates Kamloops’ 200th year of shared living with the Tk’emlúps, and 200 years of community achievement and growth. The theme for 2012 is “2 Rivers, 2 Peoples, 200 Years.”

For more information, 250-828-3576 or www.kamloops.ca/museum.  See us at 207 Seymour St

 

Enchanted Teacup: Tea, Parties and Retail

If you’re looking to step into a fairytale you need to visit Enchanted Teacup. Enchanted Teacup specializes in creating childhood memories that will last a lifetime. Their very special “Character Hosted” Theme Parties and Events, capture the imagination of every child (and adult).  They also carry a wonderful line of Children’s Fairytale Costumes and Accessories.
For the adults, the shop also has a beautiful selection of Premium Loose Leaf Organic Teas, and Tea Accessories.

You can’t miss the purple and green building located at 410 Tranquille Road. Come in and check them out, you never know who you might meet!

www.enchantedteacup.com Kamloops’ Best kept Secret…but not for long.  250-376-8327

 

Taco Del Mar

Fast Fresh and Friendly: We are a high quality California style Mexican restaurant. We specialize in Mission style burritos in an up-beat family-friendly environment.
Taco Del Mar Kamloops makes the most amazing California style Burritos, Salads, Quesadillas and more. We have a sharp and friendly staff that create a family fun atmosphere.  If you are looking for a quick and healthy meal this is it. Vegetarian, vegan, and Celiac options are available as we create your custom meal with you.  Join us on Facebook for daily lunch giveaways, huge prizes, and tickets for events around town.  Text “shoutout3″ to 333-44 for a direct link to our Facebook.

Summit Shopping center, next to Jysk/winners http://www.facebook/taco.del.mar.kamloops

 

 

Snug Glee Bumz Diaper Service

Ease of Disposables, Benefits of Cloth
We are a local diaper service and provide everything you need to use our service in two options for starter packs.  We provide the diapers, pick up, deliver and launder too.  Come see us at the Market for some great day specials or contact us through our website.  www.snuggleebumz.com

Snug Glee Bumz Diaper Service began during the summer of 2010 when husband and wife team Jason and Dawnica Flatt wanted to offer another choice for cloth to the Kamloops area. They enjoyed the benefits that they were experiencing with using cloth on their son and so Snug Glee Bumz Diaper Service was born. They are very proud to say that they have eliminated over 30 000 diapers so far from the Kamloops landfill and recently hosted the Great Cloth Diaper Change – a Guiness World record breaking event for most diaper changes worldwide.

They offer two great starter packs that has everything needed to use the service. They pick up the soiled weekly and replace them with fresh clean diapers for a low weekly price. Visit their webpage to see what customers are saying and to start service today.  They also offer some great products including some great nursing products.
Contact Dawnica & Jason Flatt  www.snuggleebumz.com  Look for us on Facebook.

 

Alison Gregory – Discovery Toys

Educational toys, books and games for children of all ages and needs. Teach.Play.Inspire.

Discovery Toys is a 33 year old home based sales company that specializes in education toys, books and games. We offer home parties, catalogue parties and personal shopping appointments. All of our toys are safety tested and are covered by a lifetime guarantee. I have been involved with Discovery Toys since 2009. I had purchased many of the toys for our oldest son, and realized how much I loved these toys. For this reason alone I joined Discovery Toys – to share my love of these toys with everyone I knew. I am continually amazed by Discovery Toys as a company; their products, and the flexibility it allows me to have as a working mom. I can’t wait to see the new toys, and play with them with my boys.

Alison Gregory, 250.819.3462, aligregry@telus.net Find me on facebook.

 

 

Laurel Burant – Visalus

“ViSalus Sciences brings you the protein shake mix that tastes like cake mix!”
It’s healthy nutrition that’s made fast & simple to help you lose weight and feel great!
You already know if you need to lose weight. You already know if you need to eat healthier, So WHY WAIT?
Start your Body By Vi 90-Day Health Challenge today to get your best body ever!
See Laurel at the Family Swap and ask her how you can “REFER 3 to GET YOUR’S FREE!” …
And learn more about ViSalus on her website: laurelburant.bodybyvi.com
Here’s to your health!

Laurel Burant, Regional Director ~ Kamloops, BC  cell/text: 250-819-3399    email: laurelburant@myvi.net  website: laurelburant.bodybyvi.com

 

 

Lori Quinton – doTERRA

Lori Quinton is mostly known for True Amber Jewels, carrying the largest selection of Baltic Amber baby teething necklaces and adult health necklaces.  She now brings you doTERRA’s (doe-tair-ra) Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade essential oils.  Let Lori teach you natural way to care for your family and home with doTERRA’s CPTG essential oils at her next class May 19th at Century 21′s office downtown.  Come to the Family Market to get your voucher for that class to receive a free gift when you attend.
Contact Lori Quinton on Facebook at Live Well with Oils.
Remember Live Well with Oils, Live Better with doTERRA!


On Saturday, April 28th, stop by the Calvary Community Church between 9am and 2pm.

$2 admission will allow you to shop for some incredible deals and a great time.

Taco Del Mar is preparing the concession, so come hungry!

There will be princesses on site from Enchanted Teacup Parties, Tea and Retail

Child care will be available from Kamloops Christian Daycare.

$4 for one hour, one child.  $6 for two siblings, one hour.  $9 for three siblings, one hour.

As well, your children can have their photo taken in an incredible photo shoot from Life Unfolding Photography!

$20 for three images, by donation to JDRF

Then, check out the incredible raffle baskets at the Life Unfolding Table.

Thanks to some incredible donors, we have an amazing raffle coming together for the KamloopsParents.Com Family Market.

Here are a the fabulous donations.  You can get your tickets for $5 each or 3 for $10 at the Life Unfolding table.

Red Robin – $25 gift certificate

Enchanted Teacup – exquisite teas

Lifemax- Chia Seeds

Little Ladybugz – pink crocheted hat

Lisa Vos, Regal -  lunch bag

Jubilee RV – Director’s chair

Brian McLean – massage sessions

Tumbleweed Toys – Flowery Tummy Garden

Sweet Home Cafe – gift vouchers

Big Little Science Centre -  family passes

Bubbs N’ Bugg Wear- t-shirt

Angela’s Flowers N’ Things – flower hair clips

Sarah Schmidt  – spa certificates

Kikkers Footwear – a pair of Kikkers

Studio Five-O Photography – 11 by 14 custom print

Angela Kinney BeautiControl – gift package

Beneath the Monkey Tree -handmade sock monkey

Snug Glee Bumz – gift

Amanda Hill – painting

River’s Pretty Things – flower hair clip

Amy Boose, Avon – bath package

Academy of Dance ($100 gift certificate and dance bag)

Laura Harbottle, Arbonne – gift package

Alison Gregory, Discovery Toys – Motorworks


Lynn Shanko has been laundering without detergent for a year!  The SmartKlean laundry ball has allowed her to make the switch.  She tosses her green ball into the machine with every wash.   Lynn sells the Smart Klean laundry ball from Lizzie Bits Baby Co.  The SmartKlean balls are getting terrific reviews from local customers making the switch to detergent-free.  Often, people are buying them as gifts for family and friends; what a great idea!

If you are interested in winning a Free SmartKlean Laundry Ball, just head over here and leave a comment about why you should win a free ball!  You will be entered to win the Three Green Beans Earth Day giveaway!

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