momstown.ca is a unique blend of early education programming and mama support delivered both online and in-person via 400 events nationally every month. Our national sites include Arts & Crafts ideas, Minds product reviews, great Contests, family-friendly Meals, and the personal Moments that connect us all.momstown has 6 Program Pillars which define our programs. momstown has always been very focused on the whole child, the complete family and early education - and our pillars give us a strong foundation from which to build that awareness.
momstown's 6 Program Pillars:
Art & Music: developing creative minds
Our flagship monthly event based on our educational curriculum and theme of the month. Mamas and kids create a craft together, enjoy parachute and circle time, free time to socialize.
Tales for Tots
Our monthly book selection is shared in storytime each month, followed by a simple craft and free play time. Sponsored by Scholastic Canada, a book giveaway occurs monthly.
Baby Basics
Our mama & baby program is designed for moms with babies aged 0-12 months looking to connect with other moms. Alternating weekly, mamas will discuss topics led by an expert and /or create a keepsake craft in our “Baby Picassos” mini art session.
Alphabet Play
momstown’s own alphabet crafts come to life in this program focused on early literacy and letter sounds. A different letter is featured each time and incorporated into playtime.
Junior Chef
momstown kids get busy in the kitchen creating their own mini meals! Learn fun new ways to create your child’s favourite snacks and meals in this hands-on program.
Music & Movement
Bring your singing voices and musical vibes to momstown music and movement where we’ll sing together, play, dance and learn!
Discovery Field Trips
Discover the world together! Fun, educational, and inexpensive field trips to local places like the fire station, pumpkin patch, petting zoo and more!
Mama & Me Fitness
Get fit with other local momstown moms! Try a new activity every class with your baby from Zumba to Yoga!
Mama Meet & Great
Mamas new to momstown have a chance to meet one another at our welcoming monthly meet & greet.
Moms' Night Out
A range of offerings from supper clubs to scrapbooking, from poker to batch cooking - based on the interests of the group.
Our membership fee is only $45 per year per family and includes all momstown events (20+ per month in your local community!) as well as member discounts for both local and national businesses.
Each momstown is owned and operated by a local mom entrepreneur who manages the daily activities and business of the chapter.
Ann-Marie Burton - Founder & President
Ann-Marie feels very passionate that every mother should feel supported, encouraged and empowered in her choice to parent and to create a community. momstown brings this vision to life. Ann-Marie is thrillled to lead momstown's continued development and is very proud that Canadian moms are connecting daily, based on platforms built by momstown. Get in touch with Ann-Marie on Twitter at @momstownca.
Ally Cooper - Director of Team Development & Operations
Ally's a mom to 2 wonderful boys. After after a stint as a stay-at-home mom and beginning a teaching degree, Ally's passion for early education along with her marketing background led her to a role as momstown's team development and operations leader.
Tweet Ally at @momstownAlly
Heather Hamilton - Director of Media & Marketing
Heather is a mom of three boys (including twins). As a long-time blogger and marketer, she has combined her social media addiction and passion for connecting with other moms into her role as Director of Media and Marketing.
Tweet Heather at @momstownmedia
Sarah McLaughlin - Project Manager
Sarah is a mom of three young children and has experienced the benefits of being a momstown member first hand. She brings a strong business acumen to the team and we're thrilled to have her managing key projects for momstown.
Tweet Sarah at @momstownSarah
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