The Mamapicks Newsletter – June 1, 2009

A fun day with Thomas this summer!

This one is for my little friends Dean & Tom who LOVE all modes of transportation, especially Thomas the Tank Engine.  Day Out With Thomas is taking place this July 16th – 24th and offers a 25 minute ride with Thomas and a chance to meet Sir Topham Hatt.  There will be more activities on site including live music, clowns & magicians, food vendors, free admission to the Railway Museum and an area where kids can build with Lego & Duplo bricks.  Tickets: $16.80-$22  Location: St. Thomas, Ontario (205 km from Toronto, just South of London).

Etsy: Father’s Day Gift Idea

Those who know me are familiar with my weakness for anything handmade.  Etsy is an online mega store for artsy things.  Truth is, it’s quite easy to get lost in there and lose more time than you do on Facebook so I hope to bring you some great finds.   I think this screen-printed silk tie makes for a really neat Father’s Day gift! How cute is this? $20US at Tries Shop

Picky Eaters Under Construction

I have two kids.  One is a human garborator and the other one doesn’t enjoy eating much.   When you have a picky eater like my 3-year-old, you will do anything to get food into that kid make eating more fun.  This cutlery set is just adorable!  $6.95 at Applause Toy Store, a great online Canadian toy store that has absolutely EVERYTHING.

Get the best sizzle at 50% off!

Going out with my husband for a quiet dinner is a dream.  Sometimes I challenge myself not to talk about the kid only to realize that I don’t have much else to say.  At least at Ruth’s Chris, I know my husband will be so focused on his steak that he will tolerate silence or annoying gushing about our offspring (whatever I am in the mood for).

Celebrating their 44th anniversary, Ruth’s Chris is offering you the chance to purchase $88 gift cards for only $44.  This promotion runs until Sunday, June 7th.   Cards can be purchased online or via phone.  Mention promo code: 44