RICHMOND FAMILY PLACE NEWS

L OOKING FOR I NFORMATION ?
Did you know that we have a library of books and videos that are available for loan in our living room here at
Richmond Family Place? Ask our staff for more information about these valuable resources. We also have two
blue boxes in the large playroom filled with information about a variety of subjects from toilet training to healthy
eating. If we don’t have what you’re looking for, please ask us and we will do our best to include it. 
Raising a Thankful Child: Ways to Raise a Thankful Child
Keep gifts reasonable. As tempting as it is to shower—or allow others to
shower—your child with gifts, there are two important reasons not
to. First, as children grow, it can be challenging to teach gratitude if they
receive everything they ask for. Secondly, a lot of gifts are overwhelming
for small children. They can’t focus on or appreciate any one gift if they
get so many. Often, they don’t even make it through opening all of them before they lose interest! Instead,
you might suggest that family members choose 1 or 2 gifts for children. Explain that the fewer gifts, the
more children will play with and appreciate them. If you are planning a large birthday party, consider asking
close family members to bring gifts to a smaller event before the big one starts. For the big party, you might
ask attendees to provide book donations for a local literacy programs or toys for disadvantaged
children. This can be a good way to communicate the importance of giving and gratefulness.
Show thankfulness to your children. It’s easy to forget, but important to do. Thank you for cooperating at
the doctor’s office. Thank you for getting your jacket when I asked. Thank you for coming right away when I
said it was time to leave the park; I know it was hard for you to get off the swing. Thank you for your hug—it
made me feel so happy!
Prompt children to use thankful words. Thankfulness is a complex idea. It will be a while yet before your
child truly “gets” it. But reminding children to say “please” and “thank you” (beginning at about 18 months)
is a good start. Because it will take some time for them to learn when to use these words, you’ll probably be
providing prompts for a while.
Read books about what it means to be thankful. Books help children make sense of new ideas. Keep in
mind that your child’s understanding of a book at 14 months will be different than what she gets out of it at
35 months—another good reason to share these stories over time. As she grows, talk with her about the
stories and pictures and explore what it means to be “thankful.”
Taken from Zero to Three (at www.zerotothree.org)
R ICHMOND F AMILY P LACE N EWS
J ANUARY — J UNE 2011
B U SI N ESS NAM E
Closures:
_ T HANK Y OU _
4Cats Studio
AllTune
Bosley's (Terra Nova)
The Brick
Chirps
Dairy Queen Ice Cream
EA Games
Fit 4 Two
Go Bananas
H2O Hair
Kia
Mylora Golf Course
Petro Canada
Roma
Richmond Animal Hospital
Richmond Centre
Richmond Orchestra & Chorus
Russel Sean Favel Fitness
Spicy Szechuan Restaurant
Seafair Gourmet Meats
Seafair Jewellers
Silver Reef Casino and Spa
Splash Toys
Starbuck Richmond
TJ's Kiddies Store
Tulalip Resort
Vancouver Cannucks
Vancouver Giants
West Richmond Dental Centre
X scissors
april 22-25
May 21-23
D IRECTOR ’ S M ESSAGE
PROGRAMS:
Well winter is really upon us now, with snow fall happening in November, I suppose we can assume
we are in it for the long haul. Just to remind families of our snow closure policy – Family Place will
be closed if Debeck School is closed. So please check the School District website for updates on
closures.

Play & Learn Drop-In at
Brighouse Library on
Tuesdays 1:00-2:30pm
As you will see from the newsletter, we have made a few changes to programs to better meet the
needs of families; we have decided to close our afternoon program at Grauer Elementary due to
low attendance and offer a 2nd play and learn drop-in program at Brighouse Library; you can look
inside the newsletter for more details.

Gardening Club, Thursday
mornings at the Main site

Money Skills Workshop at
Brighouse Library Apr 5-26
Richmond Family Place is undergoing a strategic planning process which will help us define the goals
we want to achieve and, along with this process, we will be re-doing our website and logo, so stay
tuned for more details.
Just a friendly reminder to families to please renew your membership for 2011. The membership
fee allows us to better meet the needs of families by offering childcare for all parenting programs,
special events and celebrations, as well as toys and books for the playroom. Your support is greatly
appreciated.
I hope you find a program that meets your needs in the newsletter, and look forward to seeing you
in 2011. If you have any suggestions for programs or feedback, please talk to one of the staff
members or myself. Here’s to a great Winter and Spring together!
Kim Winchell,
Executive Director
T HRIFT
STORE
H OURS AND DAILY
SPECIALS
Monday
10:00am-1:00pm
Tuesday
10:00am-3:30pm
All clothing 1/2 price (no coupons)
Thank you to those who were able to provide holiday hampers for families, Future Shop for supporting our
Annual fundraising Raffle, and to everyone who was able to attend, or support, our pub night fundraiser at the
Buck ‘n’ Ear on November 4th. We were able to raise over $3,000. Thanks to our sponsors:
JANUARY 1-2
Wednesday
10:00am-3:30pm
Selected clothing
Thursday
10:00am-3:30pm
Adult clothing $5 bag day
Children’s clothing $3 bag day
Friday
10:00am-3:30pm
1/2 price except clothing
Saturday
10:00am-12:00pm
Children’s clothing is $5/bag every day
Hours may change due to volunteer
availability
T HRIFT STORE N EWS
Donations: We are happy to accept your donations of gently used clothing and
household items - there is a green drop bin onsite if the store is closed. We
also accept clean gently-used furniture but please call 604 278 4336 first
(please no beds or large appliances). For reasons of liability we unfortunately
cannot accept cribs, strollers, high chairs, baby swings, car seats, etc.
Volunteers: We have a few 3 hour shifts (once a week) available. Contact
Darlene at 604 278 4336 if you have the time. Volunteers purchase at half
price (when on shift) as our thank you for your time and effort.
FAMILY PLACE THRIFT STORE COUPON
$2 OFF ANY PURCHASE OF $10 OR MORE
LIMIT ONE PER FAMILY
EXPIRES JUNE 30, 2011
NOT VALID WITH ANY OTHER OFFER
8660 Ash Street, Richmond, BC, V6Y 2S3 604-278-4336 www.richmondfamilyplace.ca
F AMILY
Speech-Language Therapists
Tuesday January 11
12:45-2:00
Thursday January 20
1:00–2:00
Friday January 28
1:30-2:15
Tuesday February 15
1:00-2:15
Saturday February 19
10:00-12:00
Thursday February 24
10:15-11:30
Wednesday March 9
9:15-10:45
Thursday March 17
1:00-2:15
Monday March 21
1:30-2:15
Tuesday April 12
1:00-2:15
Saturday April 16
10:00-12:00
Tuesday April 19
10:15-11:30
Tuesday May 10
12:45-2:00
Thursday May 19
1:00-2:15
Friday May 27
1:30-2:15
Saturday June 11
10:00-12:00
Tuesday June 21
1:00-2:15
Thursday June 23
10:15-11:30
Public Health Nurse
Monday February 7
Tuesday February 8
Wednesday February 16
Wednesday February 23
Monday March 7
Thursday March 10
Thursday March 17
Wednesday March 23
Monday April 4
Tuesday April 12
Wednesday April 20
Wednesday April 20
Monday May 2
Thursday May 12
Thursday May 19
Wednesday June 1
Monday June 6
Tuesday June 14
Wednesday June 15
1:30-2:15
1:00-2:00
9:30-11:15
1:00-2:00
1:30-2:15
1:00-2:00
9:30-11:15
1:00-2:00
1:30-2:15
1:00-2:00
9:30-11:15
1:00-2:00
1:30-2:15
1:00-2:00
9:30-11:15
1:00-2:00
1:30-2:15
1:00-2:00
9:30-11:15
Stroller Strides & Lulu Ladies
Tuesday January 18
12:30-2:00
Tuesday February 8
12:30-2:00
Tuesday March 15
12:30-2:00
Tuesday April 12
12:30-2:00
Tuesday May 17
12:30-2:00
Tuesday June 7
12:30-2:00
SPECIAL EVENTS
PLACE VISITORS
Main site
Brighouse Lib.
Steveston Lib.
Brighouse Lib.
Main site
Hamilton
Main site
Brighouse Lib.
Cambie Lib.
Brighouse Lib.
Main site
Hamilton
Main site
Brighouse Lib.
Steveston Lib.
Main site
Brighouse Lib.
Hamilton
Cambie Library
Brighouse Lib.
Main site
Ironwood Lib.
Cambie Library
Brighouse Lib.
Main site
Ironwood Lib.
Cambie Library
Brighouse Lib.
Main site
Ironwood Lib.
Cambie Library
Brighouse Lib.
Main site
Ironwood Lib.
Cambie Library
Brighouse Lib.
Main site
Main site
Main site
Main site
Main site
Main site
Main site
Dental Hygienist (registration required*):
Tuesday January 11
12:30-2:30
Thursday January 13
9:15-11:15
Thursday January 13
1:00-2:30
Thursday January 20
10:00-12:00
Tuesday January 25
10:00-12:00
Tuesday May 3
10:00-12:00
Tuesday May 3
1:00-2:30
Tuesday May 10
9:15-11:15
Tuesday May 10
12:30-2:30
Thursday May 12
10:00-12:00
Thursday May 12
1:00-2:30
Main site
Main site
Brighouse Library
Hamilton
Hamilton
Hamilton
Brighouse Library
Main site
Main site
Hamilton
Brighouse Library
Behaviour Specialist (registration required*):
Tuesday February 8
9:30-10:45
Main site
Thursday April 28
10:00-11:30
Hamilton
Wednesday June 22
12:30-2:00
Main site
Post Partum Support
Wednesday January 19
Tuesday January 22
Thursday February 17
Monday February 21
Tuesday February 21
Thursday February 24
Tuesday March 8
Friday April 1
Tuesday April 5
Thursday May 19
Fit4Two
Wednesday January 12
Wednesday February 16
Wednesday March 16
Wednesday April 13
Wednesday May 18
Wednesday June 15
1:00-2:00
1:00-2:00
10:00-11:30
1:30-2:15
1:00-2:15
1:00-2:15
12:30-2:00
1:00-2:15
1:00-2:15
1:00-2:15
1:00-2:00
1:00-2:00
1:00-2:00
1:00-2:00
1:00-2:00
1:00-2:00
Child Care Resource and Referral Centre
Multicultural Diversity Circle Time
Tuesday April 26
2:00-2:30
Infant Development Program
Wednesday January 26 9:15-10:45
Tuesday February 22
1:00-2:15
Wednesday March 23
9:15-10:45
Tuesday April 26
1:00-2:15
Wednesday May 25
9:15-10:45
Tuesday June 28
1:00-2:15
Ironwood Library
Brighouse Library
Hamilton
Cambie Library
Brighouse Library
Brighouse Library
Main site
Steveston Library
Brighouse Library
Brighouse Library
Ironwood Library
Ironwood Library
Ironwood Library
Ironwood Library
Ironwood Library
Ironwood Library
Please note that registration usually begins 2 weeks before events. Call 604 278 4336 for more information. Regular
drop-in sessions will be cancelled when an event is taking place at the Richmond Family Place main site.
*For Hamilton programs, please check online or call 604-278-4336 to confirm exact location.
JANUARY
JUNE
Family Literacy Day
 Main site REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Fathers Day
 Main Site REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Saturday June 18 9:00-10:30
 Brighouse Library Thursday June 16 1:00-2:30
 Hamilton* Thursday June 16 10:00-12:00
Thursday January 27 9:15-11:15
FEBRUARY
Chinese New Year
 Main Site REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Tuesday February 8 9:15-11:15 OR 12:30-2:30
 Brighouse Library Tuesday February 8
1:00-2:30
 Hamilton (Choice School) Tuesday Feb 8
10:00-12:00
JULY
Valentines Day
 Brighouse Library Thursday February 10 1:00-2:00
 Hamilton (Choice School) Thurs Feb 10 10:00-12:00
 Main Site REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Friday February 11 9:15-11:15
On-site Monday to Friday, Richmond Multicultural
Concerns Society is providing skilled settlement
workers who speak a variety of different languages to
assist families with the process of settlement and
integration into Canadian culture. Please ask a Family
Support Worker for more information or to schedule an
appointment.
APRIL
Easter
 Main Site REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Thursday April 21 9:15-11:15
 Brighouse Library Thursday April 21
1:00-2:30
 Hamilton* Thursday April 21 10:00-12:00
Spring Fling Dance-a-Thon
 Main Site REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Friday April 29 9:15-11:15
MAY
Main site
Main site
Brighouse Library
Main site
Brighouse Library
Main site
Brighouse Library
*To register where required, please call 604 278 4336.
8660 Ash Street, Richmond, BC, V6Y 2S3 604-278-4336 www.richmondfamilyplace.ca
Mothers Day
 Main site
REGISTRATION REQUIRED
Wednesday May 4 9:15-11:15
Thursday May 5 9:15-11:15
 Hamilton* Thursday May 5
10:00-12:00
 Brighouse Library Thursday May
5 1:00-2:30
Canada Day Parade
 Steveston Friday 1 July REGISTRATION REQUIRED
S ET TLEMENT W ORKERS
_ S TAFF U PDATES _
Welcome to Family Support Worker, Jacqueline St.
Martin, and returning Family Support Worker, Sheri
Caine. Congratulations to Dani Lefroy on the birth of her
beautiful daughter Amielia on November 17.
M EMBERSHIP
We encourage all participants to become members so
we can continue to provide low cost or free programs
for all families. Annual membership cost is $20.00 or
pay-what-you-can and has many privileges:



Discount on birthday parties
Participation in workshops
Special events, prize draws and field trips
The money we receive from membership fees helps us
to provide: childminding for parenting workshops, low
cost or free field trips, special events such as the Santa
breakfast, and high quality toys, books & equipment.
8660 Ash Street, Richmond, BC, V6Y 2S3 604-278-4336 www.richmondfamilyplace.ca
PROGRAMS
Programs for Parents
MONEY SKILLS - Let’s Talk About Money!
Where: Brighouse Library
When: Tuesday 6:00pm - 8:00pm April 5 - April 26
What: This is a FREE program offered through partnerships
between FSGV & Family Place. This 4 week program will
help people to build their skills & access information to
effectively manage their money & plan for their future. You
will learn about: Banking options, which are appropriate for
you; Budgeting – learn how to budget & get control over
your money instead of your money controlling you. Credit
history in this society is very important to achieve control of
your finances. Learn how to make GOOD CREDIT possible.
This is a FREE program but registration is required. Childminding is available. For more information call Janice at 604
278 4336 or email [email protected].
NOBODY'S PERFECT
Where: Main Site
When: Tuesday 9:30am - 11:30am March 1 - April 5
What: Share interests & concerns on everyday parenting
topics such as safety, feelings, behaviour, child development
& helping yourself. This is a FREE program but registration
is required. Childminding is available. For more information
call Janice at 604 278 4336 or email
[email protected].
PARENT TO PARENT GROUP (Parent-Led)
Where: Richmond Family Place
When: Monday 10:30am-12:00pm Jan 10 - Mar 14
What: Come join us for some adult time. The Parent to
Parent group is a parent-led program which provides an
opportunity to meet other parents, share experiences &
learn some new skills. Childminding will be provided.
Registration is required. Please call or email Debbie Plomp
to register ([email protected] or 604 278
4336 ext. 113).
EARLY YEARS BRIDGING PROGRAMS
for Refugee and New Immigrant Families
PLAY AND LEARN DROP-IN
Where: Richmond Family Place
When: Monday/Wednesday/Friday 12:30- 3:00pm
What: The Richmond Early Years Bridging Project provides
support for new & current refugee families living in
Richmond with children 0-6 years of age. Contact Rekha at
604 278 4336 for more information on this, and our Parent
to Parent Bridging Program.
MAIN SITE SCHEDULE
Birthday Party
Rentals
(8660 A SH S TREET )
J ANU ARY 2011—J UNE 2011
Drop-in Sessions and Parenting Classes for all families with young children.
Please check website or call 604-278-4336 for the most up-to-date details.
We are pleased to be able to offer birthday and
other room rentals.
Parties includes: 30 minutes set-up, 2 hour party,
30 minutes take down/clean up. Ask about rates
for longer parties.
MONDAY
Option A: Take it Easy!
Cost $150 members, $180 nonmembers
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
SATURDAY
9:15-11:15
9:15-11:15
9:15-11:15
9:15-11:15
9:00-10:30
Play & Learn
Drop-In
Play & Learn
Drop-In
Play & Learn
Drop-In
Play & Learn
Drop-In
Dad & Child
Breakfast
 Birthday Party Facilitator will
lead the party and provide age
appropriate activities including
arts and crafts, parachute games and/or circle
time.
9:45-10:45
Gardening Club
 Birthday Party Facilitator will clean up the party
areas once the party has finished.
10:30-12:00
9:30-11:30
9:30-11:30
10:30-12:30
Parent to
Parent Group
Nobody’s Perfect
Play & Learn
Drop-In
REGISTRATION
REQUIRED
REGISTRATION
REQUIRED
Chinese
Growing
Together
Grandparents
Group*
Jan 10 Mar 14
March 1 - April 5
12:30-3:00
12:30-2:30
12:30-3:00
12:30-3:00
Bridging
Program
Play & Learn
Drop-In
Bridging
Program
Bridging
Program
 Parents bring food and decorations.
Limit of 15 children for facilitated parties.
Option B: Do It Yourself
Cost $125 members, $150 non-members
 A member of staff will be on-site to let you in
and assist with any preparations or questions.
 Parents bring food and decorations.
 No limit on the number of children, but for
comfort we recommend no more than 55
guests
Hosted by
RMCS
 Parents are responsible for cleaning/tidying the
area after the party.
A $50 refundable
deposit holds your
booking. The remainder
is due one week before
your party. Richmond
Family Place can take
cash or cheques.
All parties include the
use of both playrooms and toys, bouncy castle
(weather permitting), living room, kitchen, dining
room, outdoor areas and outdoor toys. For more
details call Leann at 604 833 0271 or [email protected].
REGISTRATION Librarian visit last REGISTRATION
REQUIRED
Tues of month
REQUIRED
*G RANDPARENTS G ROUPS :
These FREE programs focus on settlement, grandparenting issues and English
classes. Childminding is provided. For
more information:
Richmond Multicultural Concerns
Society: Balwant Sangara 604 279-7160
or 604 277-4330.
Kapamilya: Claire Brigola 604 232-4690
REGISTRATION
REQUIRED
5:30-7:30
3:00-6:00
Play & Learn
Drop-In and
Dinner
Filipino
Grandparents
Group*
Hosted by
Kapamilya
8660 Ash Street, Richmond, BC, V6Y 2S3 604-278-4336 www.richmondfamilyplace.ca
O FFSITE S CHEDULE
PROGRAMS
J ANU ARY 2011—J UNE 2011
PROGRAMS FOR EVERYONE
Drop-in Sessions and Parenting Classes for all families with young children.
Please check website or call 604-278-4336 for the most up-to-date details.
MONDAY
TUESDAY
WEDNESDAY
THURSDAY
FRIDAY
1:00-2:30
10:00-12:00
1:00-2:30
10:00-12:00
1:00-2:30
Sing & Play
Drop-In
Play & Learn
Drop-In
Baby
Explorers
Play & Learn
Drop-In
Sing & Play
Drop-In
From Jan 6
Until June 24
Hamilton*
Steveston
Library
From Jan 11
Cambie
Library
Hamilton*
1:00-2:30
Ironwood
Library
Play & Learn
Drop-In
Jan 11—Jun 21
Jan 6—Jun 23
Brighouse
Library
Brighouse
Library
Money Skills
Apr 5—Apr 26
REGISTRATION
REQUIRED
Brighouse
Library
MAIN SITE DAD AND CHILD BREAKFAST (8660 Ash Street)
A weekly breakfast program for dads/male caregivers and
their children 0-6 years of age. A nutritious breakfast will
be served followed by playtime.
Saturdays: 9:00-10.30am
This drop-in program is $2 (or paywhat-you-can) per family. The $2
includes the regular Saturday drop-in
session from 10:30am-12:30pm. Call
Hydi at 604 278 4336 or email
[email protected] for more information.
1:00-2:30
Play & Learn
Drop-In
6:00-8:00
SATURDAY
MAIN SITE PLAY AND LEARN DROP-IN (8660 Ash Street)
Tuesday 9:15-11:15am and 12:30-2:30pm
Wednesday 9:15-11:15am and 5:30-7:30pm*
Thursday 9:15-11:15am†
Friday 9:15-11:15am
Saturday 10:30am-12:30pm
The stop sign will be placed outside the door if a program
is full.
*Wednesday Evenings: Dinner provided by Family Place.
$6 per family for dinner or $2 for drop-in only. There is
no need to register for this program.
†Gardening Club 9:45-10:45 March onwards
weather-permitting
Please Note: Regular drop-in sessions will be cancelled
when there is a special event scheduled.
Membership $20/year or pay-what-you-can. Drop-in
sessions $2/family or pay-what-you-can.
Locations
(Maps are on the website at:
www.richmondfamilyplace.ca/contact)
Brighouse Library: 100-7700 Minoru Gate
Cambie Library: 150-11590 Cambie Road
Hamilton: Choice School:
20451 Westminster Hwy N
Hamilton Community Centre:
5140 Smith Dr, V6V 2W5
Ironwood Library:
8200-11688 Steveston Hwy, V7A 1N6
Steveston Library: 4111 Moncton St.
BRIGHOUSE LIBRARY PLAY AND LEARN DROP-IN
Tuesday: 1:00pm - 2:30pm Jan 11 - June 21
Thursday: 1:00pm - 2:30pm Jan 6 - June 23
This is a FREE program.
CAMBIE LIBRARY: SING AND PLAY
Enjoy making friends and learning songs and rhymes with
your children 0-5 years old. We will have one part of the
afternoon for learning new songs and rhymes then an
opportunity to chat about different topics afterwards. We
will end with a story time with the Librarian.
Monday: 1:00pm - 2.30pm
This is a FREE program.
HAMILTON* PLAY AND LEARN DROP-IN (Parent-Led)
Tuesday: 10:00am - 12:00pm (closed Jan 4)
Thursday: 10:00am - 12:00pm
Drop-in sessions $1/family or pay-what-you-can.
8660 Ash Street, Richmond, BC, V6Y 2S3 604-278-4336 www.richmondfamilyplace.ca
HAMILTON* VAMOS A JUGAR
(SPANISH Play & Learn Drop-In)
Tuesday: 12:30pm - 2:30pm
$1/family or pay-what-you-can.
*Hamilton groups will be held at Choice School
(20451 Westminster Hwy North)
until construction on Hamilton
Community Centre (5140 Smith
Dr) is complete in April/May.
Please check our website at
www.richmondfamilyplace.ca or
call 604-278-4336 for more
details.
STEVESTON LIBRARY: SING & PLAY
Friday: 1:00pm - 2:30pm until June 24
This is a FREE program.
Programs for Infants
MAKE THE CONNECTION 0-1 Years
Where: Location to be confirmed
When: Feb 3 - Mar 31 Times to be confirmed
What: The parent-child relationship is at the heart of
healthy child development. It affects secure
attachment, brain and language development,
social/emotional development and general success
at school. Come join us in this 8 week program to
learn how you are helping your infant on a daily basis
and how you can enhance that process.
This is a FREE program but registration is required.
To register contact Janice at 604 278 4336 or email
[email protected]
BABY EXPLORERS
Where: Ironwood Library
When: Wednesday 1:00 - 2:30pm
What: This drop-in program is an
opportunity for parents and caregivers of prewalking babies to meet, socialize and share ideas to
help their babies explore their new world. Learn new
songs and rhymes to share with your baby. Infant
friendly toys, blankets and activities are available.
This session includes a Librarian Storytime. This is a
FREE drop-in program. Call 604-278-4336 for more
information.
8660 Ash Street, Richmond, BC, V6Y 2S3 604-278-4336 www.richmondfamilyplace.ca