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For the women entrepreneurs with kids at home, WEtech has introduced virtual “kidsitting” activities performed by regional female-owned businesses and entrepreneurs. Examples of past activities include: story time, yoga and mindfulness, painting, etc…. The goal is simple. Give moms a moment to step away – even if it’s just of an hour.

As we enter another month of restricted movement and cold weather, we rallied our partners to bring Windsor-Essex (and beyond) a month filled of weekly kidsitting activities. By working with partners like the Mama & Family Expo, we curated a lineup that will surely put a smile on your kids face – and parents too.

February and March’s Virtual Kidsitting programming is presented by WEtech Alliance, RISE Windsor-Essex, WindsorEssex Small Business Centre, and The Mama & Family Expo and is made possible with support from the Government of Canada through the Federal Economic Development Agency for Southern Ontario as part of the Women’s Entrepreneurship Strategy.

Tuesday, February 2nd, 2021 | 6:30-7:30pm

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www.claroltheclown.com

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CLarol the CLown  – Entertain all your guests at one time with CLaroL the Clown – providing hilarious family entertainment for private parties, events.

1-hr Activity: Join CLaroL the CLown for a mini magic show followed by a mini workshop where kids will learn how to do some of CLaroL’s tricks.  Make sure to bring a long pencil, 3 Kleenex/tissues, 3 different coloured crayons and a deck of playing cards.

Location: Windsor-Essex, ON  |  Founder:  Carol Crooks | Contact: cmcrooks@mnsi.net 

Tuesday, February 9th, 2021 | 6:30-7:30pm

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https://juliespaintparty.com

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Julie’s Paint Party: Julie loves to PAINT and she loves to PARTY! She has over 20 years experience doing both, so join her for an incredibly fun painting event today!

1-hr Activity: Join Julie for an hour where kids will get the chance to paint or colour Baby Yoda/Grogu. Make sure to bring  along the supply list below.  Please note, it does not need to be paint. You can use coloured pencils or crayons as well.

SUPPLY LIST:

  • Canvas or Thick Paper, any size, I will be using a 14×17 Mixed Media drawing pad to paint on!
  • Acrylic Paints from the Dollar Store: Black, White, Brown, Red and Green (or the same colours in coloured pencils or crayons!)
  • Brushes: I use a 1/2″ Flat Head brush and a Liner brush… But really any brushes will do the trick!
  • And a regular pencil to draw on the character first

Location: Amherstburg, ON  |  Contact: juliespaintparty@gmail.com

Tuesday, February 16th, 2021 | 6:30-7:30pm

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www.fb.com/evermoreparties 

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Evermore Princess Parties  – A local children’s entertainment business for the children in all of us! We bring our magic to your own castle doorsteps, or make magic virtually through our “magic mirror”! With a variety of fairy tale and original characters, we are sure to make long-lasting memories for everyone involved! They do community events, private events, birthdays, charity events, fundraisers, holiday events, virtual parties and so much more!

1-hr Activity: Join Evermore Princess Parties for an hour filled with stories, crafts, music, an etiquette lesson, games and more!

Location: Windsor, ON  |  Founders: Breannah Deschaine  | Contact: evermoreparties@hotmail.com

Tuesday, February 23rd, 2021 | 6:30-7:30pm

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reneesmusicstudio.ca

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Renée’s Music Studio and Store offers private and group music lessons for a variety of instruments and all ages. With the recent launch of our music store, it is our desire to offer musicians the accessories, instruments, giftware and decor necessary to improve the musician’s experience.

1-hr Activity: Join Renee’s Music Studio for an hour where kids will explore musical instruments, music, and concepts. A few things to have on hand: a stuffed animal, rhythm sticks (wooden spoons/spatulas) and a shaker instrument (a container filled with rice/beans).

Location:  Belle River, ON  | Founder:  Renée Blanchette Rutledge |  Contact: admin@reneesmusicstudio.ca

Thursday, March 4, 2021 | 6:30-7:30pm

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https://juliespaintparty.com

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Julie’s Paint Party: Julie loves to PAINT and she loves to PARTY! She has over 20 years experience doing both, so join her for an incredibly fun painting event today!

1-hr Activity: Join Julie for an hour where kids (and parents) will get the chance to paint or colour Wonder Woman in celebration of International Women’s Day. Make sure to bring  along the supply list below.  Please note, it does not need to be paint. You can use coloured pencils or crayons as well.

This virtual kidsitting session is in partnership with the StrikeUP 2021 Conference: a FREE virtual event led by Northumberland CFDC, supported by the Government of Canada through FedDev Ontario’s Women Entrepreneurship Strategy happening March 4th.

SUPPLY LIST:

  • Canvas or Thick Paper, any size, I will be using a 14×17 Mixed Media drawing pad to paint on!
  • Acrylic Paints from the Dollar Store (or coloured pencils or crayons): We encourage everyone to use colours that represent either themselves or the wonder woman in their lives
  • Brushes: I use a 1/2″ Flat Head brush and a Liner brush… But really any brushes will do the trick!
  • And a regular pencil to draw on the character first

Location: Amherstburg, ON  |  Contact: juliespaintparty@gmail.com

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QUESTIONS?

Contact our Women’s Entrepreneurship Coordinator, Kate Tomen

Email: ktomen@wetech-alliance.com  |  Phone: 519-355-7365