A Parent's Influence

PARENT SEMINAR
A Parent’s Influence with Chris Burt
A monthly seminar for parents with children 3-12 years old
Thursdays 7:00-9:00pm  #1790
Feb 16, Mar 15, Apr 19, May 17, 2012
JCC/PAFCM $100 +HST NM $120 +HST /4 sessions; includes booklet
Single session: JCC/PACFM $35 NM$42 (booklet not included)

• Learn how to support your child’s development instead of trying to control their behavior
• Encourage your child in building positive self esteem and a strong sense identity
• Explore new concepts and concrete skills to support your child’s healthy growth and development

Chris Burt, MA, is a renowned parenting and family development specialist with over twenty years of professional experience, most recently as the Coordinator of Family Programs for Hollyburn Family Services in North Vancouver. He is dynamic and engaging speaker who talks to sold-out crowds, sharing his skills, expertise and passion for parenting.

Testimonials:
"This guy hits the nail on the head!”
“I wish I had brought my husband.”
“Hit the mark!”

Presented in partnership with The JCC Parent and Family Centre, The Karen and Gary Simkin Family Child Development Centre, and Children’s Programs at the Jewish Community Centre of Greater Vancouver. The Parent and Family Centre is proudly sponsored by the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Vancouver.

PARENT CIRCLE LECTURE SERIES

Making the Most of Reading Time
Presenters: Lissa Weinberger, Judi Brown
Tu Feb 7 7:00-9:00pm 1703B
JCC & PAFC members: FREE
(RSVP to Judi Brown)
NM: $10.00 advance - register at Reception; $15 at the door.
Reading and telling stories to young children can be fun and magical. Using PJ Library Jewish book selections, we’ll share how to make the most of your reading time and why it’s important to start from birth.
Lissa Weinberger is a Jewish Educator at the JCC and the PJ Library coordinator.
Judi Brown, BS Ed; MEd, is the JCC Parent & Family Centre Coordinator.

Let’s talk Fever & Rashes:
Why Pediatricians are not Concerned about Fevers
and What Do Those Rashes Mean?
Ran Goldman, MD
Pediatrician, Specialist in Emergency Pediatrics
Co‐Chief, Division of Clinical Pharmacology
Division of Pediatric Emergency Medicine
BC Children’s Hospital
Assistant Dean, Continuing Professional Development
Associate Professor, University of British Columbia

Tuesday March 6, 2012 7:00 – 9:00 pm 1707B
JCC & PAFC members: FREE
( RSVP to Judi Brown)
NM: $10.00 advance – register at reception
$15.00 at the door

Dr. Goldman is a pediatrician trained in Israel and in Toronto. He recently completed his term as Chief of the Emergency Department at BC Children’s Hospital in Vancouver. Dr. Goldman is currently the Assistant Dean for Continuing Professional Development, and Associate Professor in the University of British Columbia. He is a staff physician in the emergency at BC Children’s Hospital and the Chief of a new Division of Clinical Pharmacology – teaching and conducting research in the area of medications for children.
As a scientist in the Child and Family Research Institute, Dr. Goldman’s research program is publishing extensively in the medical literature on topics related to acute management of children and investigation into new medications and the effects of current medications. He is frequently invited to speak both at physicians’ conferences as well as for parents on common pediatric conditions.

DROP-IN PLAYGROUPS
Children up to 5 accompanied by an adult.

Jump/Run Open Gym
Join other young families in a safe padded room with ball pits, soft climbing equipment & more. The colourful equipment offers visual and tactile stimulation. Martial Arts Room
We      1:30–2:30 pm            1701B
Jan 11-Mar 7 (9 classes )
FREE: JCC & PAFC Members, N: $70.00
 
PAFC Café Hour  
Moms with babies under 12 months
Join us for different topics each week. Facilitator: Judi Brown; Pre-teen Lounge
Tu    11:15am-12:15pm            1702B
Jan 10-Mar 6 (9 classes)
FREE: JCC & PAFC Members, N: $70.00 Please RSVP: judi@jccgv.bc.ca

PAFC Shabbat Club
Build friendships with other new parents, as we welcome Shabbat and experience the Jewish traditions & celebrations. Special surprise guests will delight you.
10:00am - Shabbat blessings and songs  
Room 102 – Parent & Family Centre
Fr    9:30– 10:30am           1704B
Jan 13-Mar 9 (10 classes)
JCC & PAFC members FREE
NM: $70.00 (or $10 drop-in/class)
 
Bubbie Lunch Club   
For expectant and new grandmothers with grandkids under 5.
DATE: TBA
 

Become a PAFC member today! 
Exclusive PAFC Membership Benefits Include:

• PAFC drop in centre playgroups
• More FREE programs will be added throughout the year
• FREE Parent Circle Lecture Series 
• Jewish holiday family workshops & celebrations
• Fitness & Lifestyle special offers: 30-minute pre/postnatal personal trainer consult; and $10 off Prenatal Yoga and Mom & Baby Yoga
• FREE Sunday Family Time Gym
• $20 gift certificate towards “fun party” birthday package
• Access to PAFC member’s only resources
• Join the JCCGV at any time and pro-rated PAFC membership funds will be applied to initiation fee

COST: JCCGV Members: Free;
NM: $120.00 annual fee.

• Connect with other new Jewish parents:  learn, strengthen & grow together
• Build lifelong friendships
• Enjoy Jewish social & educational experiences
• Give your children the gift of a Jewish & spiritual identity
• Let us provide a supportive bridge into parenthood and the Jewish community

HOLIDAY SERIES with PJ LIBRARY

Wed Feb 8 - Tu B'Shvat Seder Storytime

Wed Mar 7 - Purim Party
Gragger Making/Storytime

10:00-11:00am 1706B

FREE: RSVP to Judi Brown
604-257-5111 ext. 331
judi@jccgv.bc.ca

Join us for stories, crafts, snacks & more. Each family receives a Holiday information booklet containing the holiday customs, family activities, songs & recipes. 

Program made possible thanks to the generosity of the Jewish Community Foundation of Greater Vancouver.