Mamapicks Newsletter – Oct. 27th, 2009

Mamapicks Exclusive: 20% Off Personalized CDs

A good friend bought my kids one of these personalized CDs and they just love listening to it!  The songs are popular and catchy and kids love hearing their name.   The CDs now have a new feature – you can record a personal audio introduction that the child can listen to time and time again.  This is perfect for family and friends who are far away…  Receive 20% off your next order by entering code MAMAPICKS in the discount code box on the website.  Expires Nove. 20th.

What To Do This Halloween Weekend

Visit the Fall Baby Show (Fri-Sun) at the Metro Convention Centre (North Building).  This is  a great event if you have babies, toddlers or are expecting.  See new products and shop great deals from top manufactures, retailers and artisans.   There will be pregnancy and parenting experts as well as entertainment and activities for the kids.  A Halloween party will be presented by Disney & Beechnut.  See the website for schedule of events, admission and vendor information.

Enjoy Halloween and nature at Kortright Centre for Conservation (Vaughan) on Saturday (Oct. 31, 10am-4pm) with a magician, live critters, crafts and and lots of spooky surprises.  Bring the whole family and come dressed up.  Check here for visitor information.

Boo @ The Toronto Zoo…on Saturday, Oct. 31st (10am – 4pm).    Enjoy the new hay maze, entertainment at the Halloween Harvest stage,  and tasty treats from Hershey’s.   Also, take part in the Costumes Parade at 12:00pm and 2:00pm.   Best of all, up to two kids in costume (12 and under) get in free when accompanied by an adult!

For more fun weekend events, go to www.mamapicks.com.

More Costume Ideas

I ran into this adorable Tom Arma costume and thought it might be something rather simple to make if you have a white snowsuit for your baby.  I would also very much like to mention that I want to eat this baby’s face.  See more costume ideas here.

$10 Off @ Toys R Us

This November, you can get $10 off when you spend a minimum of $50 at ToysRUs.ca with coupon code TPNOV10.   If you prefer to shop in-store, you can find the paper version of this coupon in the November issue of Today’s Parent Magazine.   It’s okay, you can rip off a waiting room magazine.  Page 64.  Valid until Nov. 31st but not valid on purchases of food and diapers.

There are some great deals at Toys R Us this week for their 25th birthday.

Planning Your Family’s Winter Vacation?

If your family includes three children, you know how frustrating it is to find a resort that will accommodate five people in one room.  Having two rooms is very costly and not a good option if you have young children.  Best Family Beach Vacations has compiled a list of resorts that will accept up to three children with two adults in one room.  Check their suggestions and of course, double check with your travel agent if you find a resort that interests you.  While the list was accurate when published, changes may have occurred.  If you have two kids, make sure to squeeze another vacation in before the third comes along!

20% Off Sale Items @ Olly Shoes…

Click and print the coupon for 20% off sale items @ the Yonge & Bayview location until November 1st.  If you need boots for your kids though, keep in mind that Cougars cost $59.99 at Olly’s and only $29.99 at Style Sense in Vaughan Mills.  Not that boots would be part of this sale…but just thought I’d mention.