Well it started out as a regular Monday, until I received an email inviting me to attend a meet and greet with Howie D of the Backstreet Boys to discuss his new children’s album- Which one am I ? which debuts on July 12.
I thought a children’s album, how amazing is that. I quickly responded a yes and started my research on this new album.
So me and my family jumped in the car and headed to the Bell Center. They were going to drop me off and after the interview we were planning to hit up La Ronde . I entered the bell center with some true BSB fans awaiting Howie’s arrival.
We sat and listened attentively to Howie explain how this project came about. Having kids changes your whole perspective on life. When his son James was 5 it sparked something inside him and inspired to create this children’s album. Songs that children can relate to, dance and express who they are. It was also his way to sing about what he went through as a child – a mixed-race heritage youth and the things he had to deal with. The song “Monsters in my Head”, derived from a night when his son woke up after having bad dreams and he expressed to his dad ” I have these monsters in my head and I can’t get them out” something even us adults deal with on a daily basis.
We sat and listened to a couple of songs off the album and I gotta say I was blown away. When my daughter was little, we listed to a lot of children’s music and many were just stuck in our heads. But this cd is different. Along with being stuck in your head, you get the chance to dance and sing with your kids and can relate to each of the songs on the album. This album is turning into a musical called Howie D: Back in the Day. It will be debuting in early 2020 in Omaha Nebraska.
When the question period came, I raised my hand and asked:
” Have you considered writing children’s books to pair up with the cd?”
Anything is possible. This new album will bring up many new projects and take it in different directions. He is open to adding to this new part of his career.
We chatted some more about having kids, dealing with anxiety and this new venture in his career. He is a true inspiration and very humble. I cannot recommend this CD enough. The songs are relatable, catchy and you won’t feel guilty at all for playing it in the car even when the kids are not around. Order yours today!!!
A BIG shoutout to Howie and his generosity for inviting me to be a guest to the concert last night. I was able to take my daughter to her first BSB concert- 2nd concert for her. She was blown away and had the best time ever. So Thank you Howie D for making it a special night my daughter will never forget!!
We are so excited to be working with West Island Community Shares on a super fun summer fundraising program. It’s a great way to get your kids involved in their community and to give back!
The campaign is called- ” Powered by Kids.. For Kids”
What does that mean you ask? well, it’s a fantastic way to teach your kids about giving back to their community. WI Community shares has set up a special fund dedicated to local community kid charities that all these funds will go directly into. Challenge your children to give back by hosting a lemonade stand, a bake sale, cut your neighbours grass and so on and so on. The ideas are endless. Allow your child to come up with their own fundraiser and all funds will go directly to your community. Remember that the amount raised is irrelevant. The important thing is to help our children understand that not all kids are as fortunate as they are.
Head over to the West Island Community Shares website for all the details on how your child can set up their very own fundraiser page. This campaign will run all summer long. Get your local pool involved or day camp. Let’s come together and support our community and have lots of fun doing it!
Recently I had the pleasure of visiting the newest local business in Pierrefonds- S.A.M Learning Center. SAM is known for their Singaporean Math method. They teach you the skills and methods on the best way to learn math.
Along with Math they also teach languages such as French and Mandarin. Many different programs are offered to suit your child’s needs. They also offer camps from spring break to summer camps. For those preparing for the entrance exams, they also offer classes on how to prepare.
Check out our video review below for more info and get to see this beautiful location and it’s offerings.
SAM Learning Center wants to give away some prizes.
WE have 3 amazing prizes to give away:
– one SAM Singapore Math 4 month program
– two English Phonics 12 week program
– two FRENCH 6 week introduction program
To enter the contest, fill out the form below and answer this question:
What city is SAM learning center located in?
Fill out the form to enter the contest. Contest closes on March 30th. To find out more about SAM, please follow them on Facebook to stay up to date.
Due to the crazy storm coming our way tomorrow, most schools have closed.
English Montreal School Board
Lester B Pearson School Board – all schools, centres, daycares, head office and after school activities
New Frontiers School Board – Off-territory schools serviced by the New Frontiers School Board will not have transportation.
Commission Scolaire de Montreal
Commission Scolaire des Trois-Lacs (off-island)
Commission scolaire des Grandes-Seigneuries classes Tuesday night and Wednesday
Commission scolaire Marie-Victorin (daycare as well)
Commission scolaire Marguerite-Bourgeoys
Commission scolaire des Patriotes
Commission scolaire de la Pointe-de-l’ïle
All Riverside School Board Schools and all Centres (including ACCESS) are closed
Sir Wilfrid Laurier School Board schools, adult education, vocational training centres, daycares and head office
Commission Scolaire de Laval
Commission des Seigneuries des Milles Iles
Academie Lafontaine in St Jerome
Akiva School in Westmount
Alexander Von Humboldt German International School
Beth Jacob School
Bialik High School
Centennial Academy
Contactivity Centre – seniors community centre in Westmount
College Bourget
College Laval
Collège Notre-Dame
College Stanislas
College Ste-Anne (Lachine)
Les écoles Azrieli Talmud Torah | Herzliah “Campus Beutel” (Elementary French and English section ) and “Sylvan Adams Campus” (High School French and English section)
Ecole Bilingue Notre Dame de Sion (St. Laurent)
École Charles-Perrault (LAVAL)
Ecole Alex Manoogian
Ecole Buissonnière
Ecole Socrates Demosthene
Emmanuel Christian School
Faith Christian Academy (FCA)
Garderie Foundation School in Westmount
Hebrew Academy Elementary and High School
Hebrew Foundation School in Dollard
JPPS Elementary
Kells Academy (all campuses)
Kuper Academy
LaSalle D&D 50+ Centre
Lower Canada College
Montreal Oral School for the Deaf
NorthStar Academy (Laval)
Peter Hall School
Rotiwennakehte elementary
Ratihen:te high school
Sacred Heart School of Montreal
Selwyn House School
Solomon Schechter Academy
St. George’s Elementary and High School
The Study school in Westmount
Vanguard School (Saint-Laurent)
Vaudrin Academy
Villa Maria school
West Island College
Trafalgar School for Girls
Lower Canada College
Summit School
Kuper Academy
Daycare/Preschools Closure
Montessori Pointe Claire
Le Petit Castel Daycare on Chevremont
CPE Dorval
CPE Treehouse (Hudson)
Garderie SuperKidz Daycare Center
CPE of Hebrew Foundation (DDO)
CPE Lachine
West Island Daycare in Pointe Claire
A-KIDDY-Z NEST Day Care Centre / Garderie Le Nid des Bouts de Choux
CPE Beth Rivkah
CPE Concordia
CPE Dorval
CPE de mon Coeur
CPE du Campus
CPE du Centre Communautaire Juif
CPE Dawson
CPE Deux par deux
CPE Dollard
CPE Hebrew Day School
CPE Hebrew Day School Tots
CPE Hellenique foyer d’enfants
CPE HELLENIQUE PILOUPI
CPE hellénique Ta Pedakia
CPE La Foret Enchantee
CPE Les P’tits Profs
CPE Montreal Day Nursery
CPE NDG Play and Care Centre
CPE Treehouse (Hudson)
CPE of Hebrew Foundation (DDO)
CPE Hebrew Academy in Cote St. Luc
CPE Lachine
CPE les Petites Cellules
CPE Riverview
CPE Tyndale St. Georges
CPE du JPPS
CPE TERRE DES ENFANTS
CPE Shalom in St. Laurent
CPE Ambcal
CPE les Petits Coeurs de Francoise
Garderie Alexis Nihon (Saint Laurent)
Garderie Bourke in Dorval
Garderie Educative DDO
Garderie La Perle de l’Enfance
Garderie Le Nid de Namur
Garderie Les Amis Des Schtroumpfs
Garderie Les Jolis Coeurs a Ville Lasalle
Garderie Les Moments Magiques
Garderie Monchichi
Garderie SuperKidz Daycare Center
Garderie Tweetoons
Garderie Vendome
CPE Hellenique Ilios
Orchard House Preschool
Rising Sun Childcare Centre
— This list will be updated as Info is released.
West Island Mommies fans – we are calling on you to help out this holiday season!
We are teaming up with local food bank On Rock to help families in need in the West Island this holiday season. On Rock is a food bank located in Pierrefonds that delivers much needed food to close to 300 families every week. For Christmas they will be delivering a food basket to each of these families so that they can enjoy a traditional Christmas meal and with the food basket, they also include a box of gifts for the children under 18 in the family.
This year we will be helping to collect new toys/items/gift cards so that each of these families will have something to put under the tree for their kids. This is where you come in! Here is what they are in need of:
- Ages 1-4
- Ages 5-7
- Ages 8-10
- Ages 11-13
- Ages 14 to 20yrs old
While they are in need of gifts for all ages, the older groups are always the hardest to fill, so we want to help them in all age groups. New toys for the younger ages are great, but they are looking for gift cards to give out to the older kids as well. A suggested amount for the gift cards would be about $10 to $15 for some shopping (ie. Fairview) or perhaps to the movies, chapters, Pharmacy, Walmart, Visa, Etc. Please arrange for a drop off on these items and not to our drop off locations.
All gifts should be dropped off unwrapped, and there are various drop-off points in the West Island. We have 3 drop off locations this year. For Gift cards please contact me at westislandmommies@gmail.com
2355-D Transcanadian Hwy, Pointe Claire
Monday to Thursday 9am to 8pm
Friday 10am to 8:30pm
Saturday and Sunday 8am to 7pm
Outside Ted’s Hobby Shop
269 Boulevard St.Jean
Pointe Claire, Qc
| Monday | 7:00 AM | 9:00 PM |
| Tuesday | 7:00 AM | 9:00 PM |
| Wednesday | 7:00 AM | 9:00 PM |
| Thursday | 7:00 AM | 9:00 PM |
| Friday | 7:00 AM | 9:00 PM |
| Saturday | 7:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
| Sunday | 8:00 AM | 6:00 PM |
4820 Boul. St Jean
Pierrefonds, Qc
Monday – Wednesday from 3:00PM to 11:00PM
Thursday and Friday from 3:00PM to 12:00AM
Saturday from 10:00AM to 12:00AM
Sunday from 10:00AM to 11:00PM
3541 Blvd. St. Charles
Kirkland, QC
Monday Closed
Tuesday 11:30-2:30/ 5:00-9:00
Wednesday 11:30-2:30/ 5:00-9:00
Thursday 11:30-2:30/ 5:00-9:00
Friday 11:30-2:30/ 5:00-10:00
Saturday 5:00pm-10:00pm
Sunday Closed
These baskets are being delivered to families on Dec. 15th, so the deadline to drop off your gift donation is Dec. 9th.
We know we can count on our great community to help out these families this Christmas season, so thank you in advance to all those that participate in this drive with us! We also want to thank our partners for drop-off points for this campaign – Mon Gym Pte-Claire, Plaza Pointe Claire, Ted’s Hobby Shop , Gamerz Cafe.
