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Stoufi'villc Sunâ€" Tribunal mqorkredonmm I Thursday. Sept. 1:. 2013. 18 Unionvillo’s Premier Rofimontltosidoncoinvitosyoutoour OPEN HOUSE Saturday, Sept. 28 2pm to 4pm Come enjoy. live music 8: great food!! Ask about our Pop and Win. Join us for a special seminar on Memory Core and learn about our “Flourishing Together Program", delivered by VP oi Liie Enrichment, ‘Boybridge Senior Living, 2pm. TOURS AVAILABLE DAILY! Visit 34 Main Street, Unionville, themorleighco or call 905-947-9990. MARLEIGH” REYlREMENT RESlDENCE A \ lHiliRlln-l \IhlURll\l\t.t “mm \tlt k FAMlLY: Children, parents meeting place New location, same motto w for Stouffville Tot Spot Stoutfville 'l'ot Spot is about to begin a new season but with several changes for the group that has been in existenoe in Stoufi'ville for more than Lit) ’lhe nonprofit cooperative play group will be moving to Fastllidge Evangelical Mission ary Church and adding more age-appropriate pmgramtning for infants to preschcmlers. “While some of the specific needs of the group have changed since the 19805. the role it plays in the community remains the same,“ said lesley lilliort. a member of the executive _ committee that (M‘N‘t’s the operation. are a group that connects children and their caregivers â€" moms. dads. grandparents or nannies iâ€"r to others in their community. We strive to create a place where we have a circle of suppon for caregivers and children get the social. emotional and educational benefits ~ of interacting with their peers. our program leader and other adults." WhitcburchStouffxille is one of the fastest- gmwing municipalities in (,Lanada and groups such as 'l'ot Spot can help keep the small-town feel alive. she lestimonials posted on the Tot Spot web- site from ptment and past members reveal that running the group filled a void for many caregivers looking for a place to go with chil- dren's programming that also benefit-s the adults looking to get to know others in their community. , “At times urn-giwrs of young children can feel isolated at home. especially those who have just moved into the area or those on parental leave having just switched modes from work life to being at home with a said Mrs Elliott. a mother of two. who moved to Stouflville when her oldest was 6 weeks old. “Having the opportunity to get out the house and meet other people whose routine is also focused on takingcare of young ones has been very helpful. They can under- stand what you are going through." While the majority of the membership is female. men are alivays welcome. "The dads and grandpas we've had come with children in their care actually tend to get quite a bit of attention from the kids." said Dawn Smith. a mother of three and member since "We know there are men in the area who are at borne with kids or gmndkids. but their population doesn't seem to be as well represented at play groups. it's unfortunate. bearuse they could benefit from being a pan of a group like ours just as much as the female caregivers.” The daily program is centered around the children m play- based learning activities. crafts. songs. story'tirne and more. The care- at times are actively inmlved with their children in activities and crafts and at other times get a front row seat. “it's great when you can have a collee and catch up with other members. while watching your child interau with other kids as well as other caregivers." said Mrs. Smith. For most of these children, their first inter- action with a teacher will take place at 'l'ot Spot and one of the goals of the play group is to have these first interactions be positive. “Wk: have been lucky to have had some great teachers in the past at lot Spot.” Mrs Elliott. "Progam leader Miss Nora will continue to enrich our group with her enthu- siasm and creativity." "in addition to providing age-appropriate programming and encouraging independent play with their peers, we also create an envi- ronment where caregivers can engage their children and share in their leaming oppor- tunities.” said Miss Nora. also a mother of two with an extensive background in pro- gramming at imme~based children's groups and camps. follow the lead their caregivers set. if we. as adults. showan interest in learning. kids will too.” Formerly located at Stoufi‘ville United Church. Tot Spot has moved to l‘astRidge at 12485 Tenth line. A free open house will be held Sept. 1'." to 20. from 9:15 to ll run each day. You can e-mail stoufivilletotstmtfil‘mnail. com or visit mewstoulfvilletotspotcom for details. including membership e . 5 .‘ .s‘ gt 25“ ex 1* -:>« .5“ i 71 ; a at» r» ~ r fl OVER 15:? VEHICLES TO CHOOSE FROM 8253:”. fig ‘roit‘: 9‘9? dot-m . ' 99' + taxes Biweekly '- Rates as row as 5992‘ 1- 211'? “I121 '~ " o n ' :13 aim-mi": . 8280 Woodbine Ave. .i