Kings County Family Resource Centre
617 Main Street E4E 7H5 Sussex, NB, Canada

Crafts for this week!!!

Good morning! We are looking at "zooming" with the kids! One idea is to use all the beautiful puppets we have here at the Centre. We have lots of animal puppets. What we have in mind is showing the animal puppet, let the kids tell us what kind of animal it is. Then have a chat about it, what might this animal eat, does he get his food at the grocery store, where do you think they live, can they live in your house. We would show several animals each zoom, while we have their attention. We are looking at reading a book also. So...we are wondering what you think, and if you have any ideas we could add to the "zoom". Let us know if you would be interested in your child/children and you being on zoom. We are thinking it might give the kids some fun and maybe give you a break :-) Can't wait to hear what you think!!!

I am attaching a poster with information on the `Nobody`s Perfect Parent Program` via ZOOM. Have a look, if it`s something you are interested in, let us know. We will begin Tuesday, February 9th at 10:00 am Have a great day!!! Minnie

Another craft idea!

Winter Car Safety Tips. WINTER CAR SAFETY TIPS FROM GET PREPARED GOVERNMENT OF CANADA AND TRANSPORT CANADA HAVE AN EMERGENCY CAR KIT (CHECK OUT www.getprepared.gc FOR THINGS TO INCLUDE IN THE KIT). 1. SLOW DOWN! 2. KEEP THE GAS TANK TOPPED UP 3. GET WINTER TIRES... 4. SEE AND BE SEEN (CLEAR ALL SNOW AND ICE FROM THE HOOD, ROOF, WINDOWS, AND LIGHTS). 5. TOP UP WINDSHIELD (FILL UP ON WINTER WASHER FLUID RATED IN THE -40 TEMPERATURE RANGE AND REPLACE WIPER BLADES THAT STREAK). 6. AVOID USING CRUISE CONTROL ON SLIPPERY ROADS. 7. CHECK FOR LEAKS IN THE EXHAUST SYSTEM. 8. CHECK THE WEATHER BEFORE LEAVING HOME. www.weatheroffice.gc.ca. 9. SNOW AND ICE ARE MORE SLIPPERY AT 0 DEGREES C THAN AT -20 DEGREES C. 10. WATCH FOR BLACK ICE AT TEMPERATURES BETWEEN +4 DEGREES C AND -4 DEGREES C 11. WEAR YOUR SEAT BELT!! 12. AVOID PASSING ANOTHER VEHICLE WHEN WEATHER AND ROAD CONDITIONS ARE BAD. 13. TAKE A FULLY CHARGED CELL PHONE WITH YOU BUT DON’T TALK AND DRIVE. 14. IF YOU GET STUCK IN THE SNOW: - TRY TO STAY CALM AND DON’T STAY OUTSIDE THE CAR. - REGULARLY MAKE SURE THE EXHAUST PIPE IS NOT OBSTRUCTED BY SNOW. IF THE EXHAUST HAS NO WHERE TO GO AND FILTERS BACK IN TO THE CAR, CAUSING CARBON MONOXIDE POISONING. - KEEP A WINDOW ON THE SIDE SHELTERED FROM THE WIND OPEN A BIT, TO GIVE YOU A GOOD SUPPOY OF FRESH AIR. - RUN YOUR MOTOR AS LITTLE AS POSSIBLE. - USE A SURVIVAL CANDLE FOR HEAT IF YOU HAVE ONE IN YOUR EMERGENCY KIT, INSTEAD OF THE VEHICLE’S HEATER. - WEAR A HAT, SINCE YOU CAN LOSE UP TO 60 PERCENT OF YOUR BODY HEAT THROUGH YOUR HEAD. - SET OUT WARNING LIGHT OR FLARES IF YOU HAVE THEM. - STAY AWAKE!!! - PUT ON THE DOME LIGHT. (OVERUSE OF HEADLIGHTS MAY RUN YOUR BATTERY DOWN). - EXERCISE YOUR ARMS AND LEGS OFTEN. See more

One of the crafts we are putting in the bag this week.

The ladies are busy getting ready for next week!

Craft samples. Enjoy!

Here is the link for our Zoom meet up on Saturday: Stephanie Ness is inviting you to a scheduled Zoom meeting. Topic: Quintessence Breastfeeding Challenge Time:... Oct 3, 2020 10:45 AM Atlantic Time (Canada) Join Zoom Meeting https://us02web.zoom.us/j/86728027212 Meeting ID: 867 2802 7212 Passcode: 166763 One tap mobile +12532158782,,86728027212#,,,,,,0#,,166763# US (Tacoma) +13017158592,,86728027212#,,,,,,0#,,166763# US (Germantown) Dial by your location +1 253 215 8782 US (Tacoma) +1 301 715 8592 US (Germantown) +1 312 626 6799 US (Chicago) +1 346 248 7799 US (Houston) +1 669 900 6833 US (San Jose) +1 929 436 2866 US (New York) Meeting ID: 867 2802 7212 Passcode: 166763 Find your local number: https://us02web.zoom.us/u/kbTjs3mhu6

Fire Prevention Week 2020 is October 4th - October 11th. A few tips for safety in the kitchen: - keep children at least a metre away from the stove - stay in the kitchen when cooking - never throw water on a burning pot of oil - keep anything that burns away from the stove... - cook responsibility - check your smoke detector - a fire extinguisher and carbon monoxide detector are great ideas to have See more

Just a reminder. The Kings County Family Resource Centre will be holding a Virtual Quintessence Breastfeeding World Record Challenge on Saturday, October 3, 2020. Latch on will be at 11 a.m. Registration is required to take part. The challenge is for the most mothers breastfeeding simultaneously in a set geographic area, as a percentage of the birth rate. Prizes to be won! Upon registration we will send you a zoom link. You can sign in 15 minutes prior to the event. Register by phone at 433-2349, email [email protected] or responding to this post.

Good morning! The Kings County Family Resource Centre will be holding a Virtual Quintessence Breastfeeding World Record Challenge on Saturday, October 3, 2020. Latch on will be at 11 a.m. Registration is required to take part. The challenge is for the most mothers breastfeeding simultaneously in a set geographic area, as a percentage of the birth rate. Prizes to be won! Upon registration we will send you a zoom link. You can sign in 15 minutes prior to the event either on your phone or computer/tablet. Please pass the information along to anyone you think might be interested. Register by phoning 433-2349 or email [email protected] or responding to this post. We will need your email address to send you the link.

We are working on providing the Parent/Caregiver program "Handle With Care" towards the end of September, early October. I am attaching a description of what the program covers. The program will take place on a Tuesday evening, starting at 7:00 p.m. at the Kings County Family Resource Centre, 617 Main St., Sussex. Each session will be approximately 1 to 1 1/2 hours. There will be 4 sessions. Staff and participants are required to follow our Covid operational plan. Preregistration is required as spaces will be limited. We cannot offer childcare at this time. If interested, please register as soon as possible by email [email protected] or calling 433-2349

July 19-25 is National Drowning Prevention Week. Drowning is the second leading cause of preventable death for children under 10 years. Children 1-4 years are a...t high-risk. Always actively supervise children around the water - if you’re not within arms’ reach, you’ve gone too far. For more information please visit http://www.lifesavingnb.ca/ #NDPW2020

Something fun to do, sorting and munching!!

Summer Reading No neighbourhood storytent this summer? No problem! Find a spot, grab a friend, bring your best books and read. Homemade backyard storytents... imagine yours. #backyardstorytent Got questions? Give us a shout at [email protected] or 3332601... Cheerful Ukulele by by HolFix (find HolFix on soundcloud and Youtube) https://www.youtube.com/watch

Parachute Canada will celebrate National Injury Prevention Day in Canada, July 6, 2020. Check out the Quick facts!!! Be safe!

Happy Monday! Another warm weekend meant watering annuals and my vegetables. This Thursday, June 25, 2020 at 10:30 is our next ZOOM Chat! Thursday, July 2, 2020 I will be on vacation that week so there will be no ZOOM. Everyone knows I'm praying that the border to Nova Scotia opens up that week!!! ZOOM Chat is a chance to chat with other parents! About our worries, our challenges, our accomplishments, support for each other and share fun ideas we have come up with!!... We would love to have you join us. Just let me know if you are interested and I can add you to the invitation list!! You can add the zoom app at zoom.us/support/download Have a great week....Minnie See more

A great resource for new Dads!

Congratulations to all the Sussex and area Grads from the Kings County Family Resource Centre.

Dr. Pierre Leblanc and Nancy talk about COVID-19.

Happy Monday! It was a weekend for getting my lawns mowed and more flowers planted! I hope you all had some fun. This Thursday, June 18, 2020 at 10:30 is our next ZOOM Chat! ZOOM Chat is a chance to chat with other parents! About our worries, our challenges, our accomplishments, support for each other and share fun ideas we have come up with!! We would love to have you join us. Just let me know if you are interested and I can add you to the invitation list!! You can add the zoom app at zoom.us/support/download Have a great week....Minnie

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Some good ideas to do at home!!!

Pictures to print and color from the Public Health Agency of Canada. Have a great day kids!!!

A little craft idea to make "fireworks" for Canada Day!!! A toilet paper or paper towel roll and paint. Have fun!

Hey all! It’s contest time again! HOW TO ENTER: - I want you to teach ME something! Record a video of a fun fact about ANY animal! ... - Send that video to me, and I will put them together and post it to the page so YOU become the teacher for all your friends to see! (There is no minimum length! It can be 25 seconds or it can be five minutes!) - LIKE, SHARE and TAG 2 FRIENDS and I will draw a name at random to choose the winner! WHAT YOU WILL WIN: - Family/Group Season Pass to Fundy National Park for the 2020 season END DATE: Sunday, June 14th! I can’t wait to see what you guys come up with! Have a great weekend!

Thanks to a Bell Let's Talk Community grant there is an online support group for mothers in New Brunswick who may be experiencing a perinatal mood or anxiety disorder. If you know of a mom in New Brunswick who can use this service have them register here https://lifewithababy.com/event-3852739

Happy Monday! Just a reminder that due to staff training this Thursday, June 11th, there will be no "ZOOM Chat". Tune in the following Thursday, June 18th (I will remind you next week). Have a great day!

Happy Wednesday! Tomorrow, Thursday June 4th at 10:30 is our next zoom chat. The zoom chat is a chance to chat with other parents! About our worries, our challenges, support, our accomplishments, the fun ideas we have come up with. We love to see the kids in the zoom chats! If you are interested in joining us please let me know. I can add you to the invitation list!!! You can add the zoom app zoom.us/support/download Take Care!!! Minnie