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October 2016

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Editors Notice Board Hello and welcome to our October issue!

October is a busy month for our family with 2 birthdays to celebrate. Ollie will be turning 3 at the start of the month and I look at him and think our little surprise baby is getting so big. I want him to stop growing - this is such a beautiful age and the cuddles and loves are endless. Nathan’s birthday is the day before so the search is on for birthday presents and ideas for things to make for gifts. Plus the grand final falls all within the same week and in a house full of boys that is the best weekend of the year!!

With all the excitement we are really struggling to get the kids to bed - and it always seems to creep out later when we have the school holidays too. Reading the article “Are Your Children Going To Bed Too Late” on page 12 felt like the pep talk I needed to start getting things back on track. Tired and irritable kids is not fun for anyone! Then after reading “What Can I Use Instead of Bribery” I had another ahh haa moment thinking about how I parent our boys. Yes I am one of those parents with a constant toolbox full of bribes. I think its time for some changes...

This month we catch up with Linda Detoma from Claydreamers in Eltham. How amazing would it be to do something that started out as a hobby that you then turned into a business. I think that is the dream for most people. Isn’t the saying “do something you love and you will never work another day in your life”? Linda has certainly ticked that box. You can read about it all on pages 16-17.

For our Family Favourites this month I have added a recipe that is only really a new one in our house. On a mission for better health, for all of us, Chia puddings are a new breakfast in our house. Try them out - you might be as surprised as me at how easy they are plus how good you feel starting the day with this ancient grain.

I hope you enjoy our latest issue and remember to check out our advertisers as there may be something to do or see or somewhere to go that may interest your family or someone your know!

Have a great October and take care!!

Sam xo

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. .. h it W p U g in h c t Ca Linda Detoma Claydreamers Eltham Claydreamers is a pottery studio that has been offering quality pottery lessons to the Eltham community and surrounding areas since 1997. They offer gentle, low stress classes, in a comfortable and well equipped studio.

Whether you are a complete beginner or want to brush up on techniques, adults can join a class tailored to suit their needs and skills. They cover a range of disciplines including sculpting, hand building, wheelwork, glazing and decorating.

Specialised workshops are also on offer - such as coloured clays and glaze workshops.

During the school terms, Claydreamers also run after school classes that cater for school aged children and teen. The sessions run for one and a half hours and classes give children a chance to explore their creativity.

Other children’s classes include S c h o o l H o l i d ay workshops. These 2 hour workshops are a great introduction to working with clay.

Children are guided through a step by a step project and are given the opportunity to experience making a pot on the potters wheel.

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We caught up with Linda to find out a little more about the lady behind the all the fun!

Tell us a little about you: I’m a mum to 2 children (now 28 and 26) and I have lived in Eltham for the past 28 years. I have always enjoyed arts. My mum was an artist so I grew up watching her paint and she would encourage us by giving us some paint and canvas to try too.

I completed a ceramics & pottery class at the Nillumbik Living and Learning Centre with my Mum close to 23 years, initially as a hobby.

Although I am predominantly self taught I have also completed a Diploma in Ceramics at Chisholm Dandenong.

How did your business come about?

I established Claydreamers from home in 1997 to run classes and teach the craft to adults and children. At the time my children were only young so it was the perfect work life balance for me. Plus I was getting to do something that I loved.

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What do you love most about running your own business: I love being able to work from my studio at home, the flexibility of working for yourself and doing something that I am passionate about.

What does a successful day look like to you: A successful day is when I manage to get some of my own artwork done! My discipline is in fine porcelain.

My pieces are made on the potters wheel and are then etched and glazed.

The whole process can take up to 8

weeks to complete. I currently have some of my w o r k o n d i s p l ay a n d fo r s a l e i n Warrandyte at the Stonehouse Gallery and in Frankston. And just recently they were being displayed at Bulleen Art & Garden.

What are your favourite local hotspots at the moment: Nillumbik Artist Open Studios is always a highlight of the year. Its coming up on the 19th & 20th then 26th & 27th of November this year.

Coffee: The Main CafĂŠ & Zen Den - both in Eltham.

Food: Little Drop of Poison which tucked away down a little laneway of Main Street Eltham - they make an amazing carrot sandwich & I love their pumpkin seed cakes!

Shopping: Eltham Town shopping precinct.

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. .. .. s e it r u o v a F y il m Fa CHIA BREAKFAST PUDDINGS PREP TIME: 20 minutes

REFRIGERATE: Overnight

MAKES: 4 Serves

INGREDIENTS à à à à à à à à

2 cups of milk (whatever milk or substitute you use) 2 tablespoons of maple syrup 1 teaspoon of vanilla extract pinch of salt 1/3 cup of Chia seeds 2 cups of chopped fruit of your choice 1/4 cup sliced roasted almonds (optional) 1/4 cup toasted coconut

METHOD 1. In a bowl whisk together milk, maple syrup, vanilla extract and salt.

2. Add in chia seeds and whisk to combine.

Great for a snack as well as breakfast!

3. Let ingredients sit for 20 minutes and stir again to distribute any seeds that have settled.

Once you have tried your own home made chia puddings you wont buy them again!!

4. Cover bowl with cling wrap refrigerate over night.

Did you know Chia is a source of important minerals including iron, magnesium and zinc. Oh – and it's gluten free, too.

5. In the morning divide between serving bowls and top with seasonal fruit Do you have a Family Favourite that you would or berries, nuts (if using them) and like to share with other Mums in Banyule & coconut.

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r e n r o C Kids

bik: anyule & Nillum B in s id k e e?” m We asked so t would you b a h w l a im n a be an “If you could

Sienna - 5 Elephant

Blake - 12 Meerkat Abbey - 9 Eagle

Bliss - 4 Horse

Riley - 7 Lion

Ben - 7 Panda

Joel - 7 Penguin

Ollie - 3 Puppy

November Kids Corner question: “What is your favourite thing to do with your family?”

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Hospitals Austin Hospital.......................................................... 9496 5000 Royal Children’s Hospital (Parkville).......................... 9345 5522

Crisis Centres Poisons...................................................................... 13 11 26 Kids Help Line............................................................ 1800 551 800 Lifeline....................................................................... 13 11 14 Suicide Helpline - (Victoria only)............................... 1300 651 251 Nurse-on-Call............................................................ 1300 606 024 Child Protection - (After Hours Service).................... 13 12 78 Domestic Violence Crisis Centre............................... 1800 015 188 or 9373 0123 Sexual Assault Service (After Hours)......................... 9349 1766 Centres Against Sexual Assault................................. 1800 806 272 Victims of Crime Helpline......................................... 1800 819 817 LifeCircle - HOPELINE................................................ 1300 364 673 SANDS* Vic...*Stillbirth & Neonatal Death Support 13 000 SANDS/13 000 2673 Australian Breastfeeding Association Helpline 1800 686 268 Compassionate Friends Helpline 1800 641 091

Your Local Police Station Diamond Creek ........................................................ 9438 8300 Eltham....................................................................... 9430 4500 Greensborough......................................................... 8432 8200 Heidelberg................................................................ 9450 8000 Hurstbridge............................................................... 9718 2111 West Heidelberg [Not 24hr Station]......................... 9457 5777

Other Banyule City Council Office....................................... 9490 4222 Nillumbik Shire Office............................................... 9433 3111 If you provide a free essential service to our community and would like your phone number included on this page please call 0411 459 872

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Index & Contents Your quick guide to everyone and everything in Your Child...

Inside this month....

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Easy Ways To Build Water Confidence With Your Older Child

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Spring Into Action With Your Camera

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Bedtimes Stories (part 2)

Work From Home Your Child Magazines

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Car Dealerships Bundoora BMW

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Child Care Children’s Entertainers Andy’s Antics

Clay Stars Birthday Parties 14

Catching Up With...

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Brandhiway

What Can I Use Instead Of Bribery

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Educational

Talking To Kids About Scary Stuff In The News

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Bundoora Primary School Ivanhoe Grammar School TRY Children Services

Icy Pole Parenting

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The Career Mum - Time For A 24 New Beginning

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Children’s Parties

Is Coding The New Literacy

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Children’s Shoes 11 15 2 13

Festivals/Events Hurstbridge Heritage Trail Kids Quest Interlaken Kindergarten 50 Year Celebration

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Home Maintenance

Handy Phone Numbers

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MAVI

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Markets Divine Little Market

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Pottery Classes Claydreamers

Open House

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Rubbish Removal 5

RJR Bin Hire

Little Flyers Learning Centres 32

Are Your Children Going To Bed 12 Too Late

Kids Corner

Playgroups

Business Opportunity

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Sporting Activities Inflatable World Bundoora Northern Shukokai Karate Ready Steady Go

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