Volunteers Needed! For the Halton Breastfeeding Connection

We believe in the value of breastfeeding. We are a group of volunteer women providing mother-to-mother telephone support.

Would you like to join our team of volunteers? Our volunteers need:

• A belief in the value of breastfeeding
• At least 4 months of breastfeeding experience and intent to breastfeed for at least 6 months.

We offer a 4-hour training session on a regular basis. Trainings are held in different locations throughout Halton. Snacks and lunch are provided and babies are welcome. Telephone calls are made from the comfort of your home. Ability to speak a second language is an asset.
To learn more or to register for the next training session, please call or email: Judith Conley, 905-825-6000 x2933 / Judith.conley@halton.ca

Santa Claus Parades around Halton

November 14, 2008 Downtown Oakville Tree Lighting Ceremony
Celebrate the lights, the magic, and the charm of downtown Oakville this Christmas as the businesses kick-off the holiday season with the lighting of the Towne Square Tree. Santa, Mrs. Claus and their elves will treat all to hot apple cider and holiday cheer. The fun begins at 7:00 p.m. in Towne Square with a Christmas Carol sing-along with Oakville's Mayor and the Salvation Army Band, followed by the lighting of the tree at 7:30 p.m.

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November 15, 2008 Oakville Santa Claus Parade
The Oakville Santa Claus Parade has been delighting families, residents and visitors for over 50 years. Come early and reserve your spot on the parade route as it winds its way through downtown Oakville at approximately 9:00a.m. Call (905) 815-5981 for more information.

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November 28 to December 21, 2008 Christmas in Downtown Oakville
Enjoy your holiday shopping in beautiful downtown Oakville, featuring over 450 fine shops, services and eateries "Christmas in Downtown Oakville” brings together the warmth and friendliness found in a downtown, featuring strolling carollers and festive horse drawn holiday wagon-rides with Santa, along historic Lakeshore Road every weekend. Truly an unforgettable holiday shopping experience.

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Christmas Parade in Milton - Sunday November 23, 2008 at 2:00pm
The parade will begin at Bronte and Barton Street with entries staged on Bronte Street from Derry Road. Click here for route.

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Mississauga Santa Claus Parade on Sunday, November 30, 2008
The parade will start at 12:50pm on Queen Street South at Britannia Road and travel south through the Village to disperse at various locations after the Church Street junction.

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Sunday December 7th, 2008 - 2 p.m.
Christmas Parade in Burlington
Santa Claus is coming to Town. The parade starts at Burlington Mall and marches along Guelph Line to New Street, travels west along New to James Street, then north on Brant Street. The parade route finishes at Brant Street and Caroline.

This Month's Review: Tail Wags

It's always a struggle to get a child to put on their helmet. Tail Wags has come up with a creative and safe way to make helmet wearing more fun for kids (and adults too!). Canadian made by a mom of 2, Tail Wags helmet covers are great for wearing while bike riding, skating, skiing, tobogganing etc. There are over 35 designs and colours to choose from. If you are having problems with your little one to wear a helmet, why not consider Tail Wags and see which animal characters he/she loves best. It's a great holiday gift idea!

For more information check out their site: www.tail-wags.com