This is so true....

Teddy Bears Picnic, 17th March, Cook Park, Orange

 

Grab your favourite teddy, dress them up and go down to Cook Park on the 17th of March where you'll be in for a big surprise! For many bears will be there as part of the Coralie Park Child Development Centre Teddy Bears Picnic.

The day is aimed at children aged 0-5 years with plenty of hands on activities they can get involved in, including craft and cake decorating. There'll also be jumping castles, live entertainment, lots of stalls and even the fire brigade.

Al activities will be a gold coin donation as this is the Coralie Park Child Development Centre's main fundraiser. So for an awesome day out for the family be sure to stop by Cook Park on March 17th between 10.30 and 2.30!

Kids Day Out- Bathurst, 3rd March 10am - 2pm

Are you looking for a fun filled day for the whole family? Then head down to Bathurst’s CSU Campus on March 3rd!

There’ll be jumping castles, all the kids favourite characters, stalls, music, face painting and much more!

Kids Day Out runs from 10am – 2pm so don’t miss out!!

Playgroup Activity Ideas.....

Are you a mother that dreads when it's your  turn to come up with an activity idea for playgroup? Well fear not! My trusty friend Elizabeth came across the fantastic blog Squish Ideas for Preschool. They have hundreds of activities to choose from and they suit a range of ages including toddlers!

Do yourself a favour and visit their blog at http://squishideasforpreschool.blogspot.com.au/

to take the stress out of organising your next activity. You can also check them out on Facebook and Pinterest.

JET Program

If you are a mother trying to re-enter the workforce you may be eligible for some assistance through the Federal Government program JET.

I know some of my friends have been successful applicants under the program and it’s just the help they need.

For more information check out

http://www.centrelink.gov.au/internet/internet.nsf/services/jet.htm

Free Breast Screening....

If you are aged 40 or over you are now eligible for a free breast screen at Orange Health Service. Orange Breast Screen has decided to drop the age to help detect signs of breast cancer early. For more information visit http://www.bsnsw.org.au

Child Health Care Nurse Number

The Orange Child Health Care Nurse number has changed due to their relocation to the new Orange Health Service and is now 63693300.

Are you looking for a helping hand around the home?

Sometimes as mums we have a hectic shedule and could do with a helping hand.

JCR Nannies and Au Pairs service the Central West and might just be what you need! 

- An affordable alternative to child care- A live in Au Pair!

- Au pairs are from Europe,South Africa,America,Canada and New Zealand

- Au pairs cost between $120-$250 per week per family and work in exchange for their weekly wage, board & food

- Your Au pair will assist you with School runs,cooking the children's food, the children's laundry,homework,cleaning the children's play areas & more

- Your children cared for in their own home

For more information contact Kristy for details! Phone : 02 53106722

Or visit: 

http://www.jcraus.com.au/aupair-nanny-agency-jcr-home.html

Activities for Families....

Finally as the New Year is getting on a roll, family activities are starting to pop up around the region.


Next month Bathurst will be hosting the Kids Day Out with lots of fun activities.


There'll also be a Teddy Bears Picnic in Cook Park.


I'll have more details on where and when shortly.


Hope you all have a great day!