Kinda slow here....

Good Morning! Long time no post, eh?

Sorry about that! While it has been kind of slow here on the blog, everything else has been quite hectic of late! I am hoping to get back to some sort of schedule with the blog in the coming weeks - settle into a summer routine and then be back to "normal" for the Fall. In the meantime, I encourage all my followers to join my Facebook page and check it frequently as many event organizers post on the page and can keep you in the loop when I am not around :-)

Cheers and thanks for sticking with St. John's Mom Blog!

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Recall - Little Remedies OTC Medicine

The following recall notice is from HSW:

Highlights | Hazard | Exposure | Products | Sources

Event Update: Health Canada has been made aware of quality concerns with a manufacturer in China that produces acetaminophen (Paracetamol) as an ingredient for health products. Health Canada has identified four products intended for children and infants that contain acetaminophen from this manufacturer. 
Prestige Brands, which manufactures the final products, is voluntarily recalling all their affected products from the marketplace. This is being done as a precaution only.

See HSW Products tab for details on the affected products (including additional photos)Recommended Action:• If you have purchased any of the products identified below, do not use them and properly dispose of them.
• Contact your health care practitioner with any questions or concerns regarding the use of these products.
• Report any adverse reaction potentially related to these products to Health Canada.
• Contact Health Canada’s toll-free line at 1-800-267-9675 with questions or complaints about these products.

Report health or safety concerns:
• Call toll-free at 1-866-234-2345
• Visit MedEffect Canada's web page on Adverse Reaction Reporting for information on how to report online, by mail or by fax.

What TO DO This Weekend - Short & Sweet & Late List :-)

Sorry for the late post, folks!

Sat May 25
NL Horticultural Society Spring Flower Show
Alive Adventures Drumming Circle
Fluvarium Kid's Club: May Flowers

Sun May 26
NL Horticultural Society Spring Flower Show
Sundays at the Garden
St. John's Kid Hava Java Playdates - Hava Java
Children's Read-Along - The Rocket
Signs of Spring Family Fun Program (MUN B. G.)
CLB Sunday Market - CLB Armoury, Harvey Road
Fluvarium Kid's Club: May Flowers
2nd Annual Defeat Depression Walk
Clovelly Stables Rides by appt
Flea market @ Jack Byrne Arena
Kids Acrylic Painting Class @ Clay Cafe

Tue May 28
Family and Child Care Connections drop-in playgroups - Family Childcare Connections 50 Pippy place, St. Johns
Active Start program at the NL Sports Plex (Crosbie Rd)
Big Fun for Little People at The Rooms
Little Toot Tuesdays

Wed May 29
Baby Steps
Free Admission @ The Rooms - The Rooms

Thu May 30
Family and Child Care Connections drop-in playgroups - FCC - 50 Pippy Place
Active Start program at the NL Sports Plex (Crosbie Rd)

RECALL of "BuckyBalls" and ADVISORY from Health Canada Pertaining to Magnets

The following recall notice and related advisory are from HSW:  Recalled BuckyBalls magnet sets (spheres, cubes, rods) pose a danger to health especially for young children AND Health Canada is taking action to have small, powerful magnet sets removed from the marketplace

Highlights | Hazard | Exposure | Products | Sources Health Canada reports of a recall involving BuckyBalls magnet sets (spheres, cubes, rods). The risk assessment on these magnet sets has informed Health Canada's determination that they are a danger to human health and safety because they contain small powerful magnets which can be easily swallowed or inhaled by children. See Hazard tab for details. See HSW Products tab for specifics on the affected items (including additional photos). Note: This recall is part of a bigger recall action initiated by Health Canada against ALL small powerful magnets sets. ▲The results of swallowing small powerful magnets can be very serious and life-threatening. Swallowing incidents have often resulted in considerable damage to the gastrointestinal tissues and required emergency surgical treatment. For survivors, there can be serious long-term health consequences. Sold online in Canada since 2009 and through Canadian retailers since 2010. Corrective Action:Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled magnet sets and contact their municipality for instructions on how to dispose of or recycle the recalled products. Please note that the Canada Consumer Product Safety Act prohibits recalled products from being redistributed, sold or even given away in Canada.

Health Canada is taking action to have small, powerful magnet sets removed from the marketplace

Highlights | Hazard | Products | Sources Event Update: Health Canada is warning Canadians that a number of novelty magnet sets marketed to adults that were sold in Canada are a danger to human health or safety. These sets contain small, powerful magnets that can be easily swallowed or inhaled by children of all ages resulting in serious adverse effects on their health. Health Canada is now taking action to identify and have these dangerous products removed from the marketplace. See HSW Hazard tab for details. ▲Swallowing incidents have often resulted in considerable damage to the gastrointestinal tissues and required emergency surgical treatment.  For survivors, there can be serious lifelong health problems. Health Canada is particularly concerned about novelty magnet sets containing more than one small, powerful magnet, regardless of the intended age of the user, where the set is intended for use as a toy or manipulative for general entertainment, such as puzzle working, sculpture building, mental stimulation or stress relief. These sets generally consist of a number of small (various sizes, but commonly 5 mm in diameter) powerful, rare earth element magnetic pieces in spherical, cube and/or cuboid shapes. Rare earth element magnets are many times more powerful than traditional magnets and pose unique dangers. See Products tab for a list of identified novelty magnet sets. Note: BuckyBalls brand of magnets have been recalled in Canada.Recommended Action:Health Canada is reminding the public to keep any products with small, loose powerful magnets out of the hands of children of all ages. Retailers are also reminded of the dangers these products may pose to their customers. • Consumers should immediately stop using any novelty magnet sets and contact their municipality for instructions on how to dispose of or recycle the products. • Keep novelty magnet sets out of the reach of children. • Do not allow children to play with small toys or other small items that contain powerful magnets. • Check your children’s toys for wear and tear. Throw away any toys with magnets that have come loose. • Teach children of all ages that magnets and items containing magnets should never be placed in their mouth or nose. • Seek immediate medical attention for any child who has swallowed (or is suspected of having swallowed) one or more magnets. You should also report any injuries or safety concerns. • Read and follow the age recommendations, warnings, safety messages and assembly instructions for products. Report health or safety concerns:Health Canada would like to remind Canadians to report any health or safety incidents related to the use of a consumer product or cosmetic. An incident report form is now available on the Department's website.

RECALL - 34 collections of youth beds by Lea Industries recalled due to fall hazard

The following recall notice is from HSW: 34 collections of youth beds by Lea Industries recalled due to fall hazard

Highlights | Hazard | Exposure | Products | Sources Health Canada and the U.S. Consumer Product Safety Authority report of a recall involving youth beds by Lea Industries. The side rail can break, especially when a sharp downward force is applied to the top of the bed. If the side rail breaks, the mattress and slat pack become unstable and could fall. See HSW Products tab for specifics on the affected items (including additional photos). ▲Health Canada and Lea Industries have been made aware of one incident in Canada in which the side rail fell but there was no injury. The US CPSC is aware of twenty-two incidents with two injuries. The affected products were sold at various retailers in Canada  and U.S. from August 2008 until March 2013. Corrective Action:Consumers should stop using the beds. Consumers should lift up the mattress and write down the purchase order and item numbers listed on the label on the inside of one of the rails. They should input these numbers on the company’s website (under the Recall Tab at the bottom of the page) to verify if they have affected side rails. If they do, they will be prompted to register for the recall. Lea Industries will ship them free replacement side rails along with instructions on how to install them.

Recall - Joe Fresh Short Sleeper

The following recall notice is from HSW:

Highlights | Hazard | Exposure | Products | Sources Out of an abundance of caution, Loblaw Companies Limited (Loblaw) is proactively and voluntarily recalling pink heart print and purple floral print versions of a children's Joe Fresh Short Sleeper because there is potential that the snaps could come loose. See HSW Products tab for specifics on the affected items (including additional photos). Sold from select Loblaw banner stores between February 2013 and May 2013. See Exposure tab for details. Corrective Action:Customers can return the product to any Loblaw banner store where Joe Fresh apparel is sold and the customer service desk will provide a full refund (including without receipt) or contact customer service at 1-800-296-2332 or customerservice@joefresh.com.

What To Do This Weekend... If You Are Stuck in Town, I mean :-)

For those of you who follow SJM on Facebook, you know that I have had some trouble with my blogger account and calendar the last couple of weeks... hopefully it is fixed now! Sorry for any inconvenience!

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Alright Folks, it is one rainy, dreary day out there.... and the weekend's forecast isn't much better :-(

Really, though... what were you expecting? .... It IS May 24 in Newfoundland! ;-) And, you're all anxious to get out in the trailer/tent/cabin anyways, so I am certain a bit of RDF will not dampen your spirits!

If you are in town, there is still FUN to be had.... here are some suggestions:

• Head over to Axtion (8 Trout Place, off Topsail Rd. in Mt. Pearl) for some indoor fun including rock climbing, slides, a giant spider web, rope climbing and more!

Axtion (source)

• Learn about planets, geology and the Titanic, then enjoy a 3D movie at the GEO Centre (see movie schedule here)
• Step back in time at The Commissariat House, open 7 days/week now for the summer Season! (BTW: You can purchase a Season pass to ALL of the Provincial Historic sites for only $10! Talk about a bargain! Visit their site here and click on the guide for more information)
• Partake in the Kids' Club Program at the Fluvarium. May's theme is May Flowers
• Stroll through MUN Botanical Garden and feed the ducks - they'd love to see you, even in the rain ;-)
• Visit the petting farm at Lester's Farm, Brookfield Rd. 

Baby Goat! (source)

•  You know Thomas Amusements is in town, right? (See post here)

Have a great weekend!

Here is a snapshot of the week ahead.... details as always in the calendar, here. 

Sat May 18

• Alive Adventures Drumming Circle 
• Fluvarium Kid's Club: May Flowers 
• Butterflies storytime at The Mount Pearl Public Library

Sun May 19

• Sundays at the Garden  
• St. John's Kid Hava Java Playdates - Hava Java  
• Children's Read-Along - The Rocket 
• CLB Sunday Market - CLB Armoury, Harvey Road 
• Fluvarium Kid's Club: May Flowers 
• Clovelly Stables Rides by appt 
• Flea market @ Jack Byrne Arena 

Mon May 20

• Victoria Day

Tue May 21

• Family and Child Care Connections drop-in playgroups - Family Childcare Connections 50 Pippy place, St. Johns 
• Active Start program at the NL Sports Plex (Crosbie Rd) 
• Big Fun for Little People at The Rooms 
• Little Toot Tuesdays 

Wed May 22

• Baby Steps 
• International Day for Biological Diversity @ MUN Bot. Garden
• Free Admission @ The Rooms - The Rooms 

Thu May 23

• Family and Child Care Connections drop-in playgroups - FCC - 50 Pippy Place 

Thomas Amusements 2013 Calendar & Locations

Hello folks - the following is from www.thomasamusements.ca!
NOTE: Links removed June 1/13 as Google Chrome/Blogger indicated a malware threat.

Thomas Amusements Calendar 2013

as of May 17th, 2013. 

Kelligrews

ROBERT FRENCH ARENA

May 16, 2013 to

May 20, 2013

TORBAY

JACK BYRNE ARENA

May 23, 2013 to 

June 02, 2013

GOULDS

GOULDS RACE TRACK

June 05, 2013 to 

June 09, 2013

WHITBOURNE

WHITBOURNE ARENA

June 13, 2013 to 

June 16, 2013

MARYSTOWN

PENINSULA MALL

June 19, 2013 to 

June 23, 2013

PARADISE

PARADISE COMMUNITY CENTRE

June 26, 2013 to 

July 01, 2013

BONAVISTA

CABOT STADIUM

July 04, 2013 to 

July 07, 2013

GRAND FALLS

DUUGAN STREET

July 10, 2013 to 

July 14, 2013

CLARENVILLE

CLARENVILLE EVENTS CENTRE

July 17, 2013 to 

July 21, 2013

BAY ROBERTS

BAY ARENA

July 24, 2013 to 

July 28, 2013

GANDER

COMMUNITY CENTRE

July 31, 2013 to 

August 05, 2013

CORNERBROOK

PEPSI CENTRE

August 09, 2013 to 

August 18, 2013

STEPHENVILLE

KINCOURT

August 21, 2013 to 

August 25, 2013

DEER LAKE

POWER SPORTS FIELD

August 28, 2013 to

August 29, 2013

SPRINGDALE

INDIAN RIVER HIGH SCHOOL

September 01, 2013 to

September 02, 2013

BAIE VERTE

TOMMY RICKETTS ARENA

September 05, 2013 to

September 07, 2013

TO BE DETERMINED

T.B.D

September 11, 2013 to 

September 15, 2013

TO BE DETERMINED

T.B.D

September 18, 2013 to

September 21, 2013

HARBOUR GRACE

S.W. MOORES ARENA

September 24, 2013 to

September 29, 2013

Recalls - Safety 1st Style Right wood swing gate model AND the Safety 1st Style Right wood pop-in security gate

The following recall notice is from HSW:

Highlights | Hazard | Exposure | Products | Sources

Health Canada reports of a recall involving Safety 1st Style Right wood swing gate model and the Safety 1st Style Right wood pop-in security gate. Health Canada's sampling and evaluation program has determined that the products identified do not currently meet the requirements for Expansion Gates under Canadian law. The wooden slats on the gate can detach, posing a fall hazard to infants and toddlers.

See HSW Products tab for specifics on the affected items (including additional photos).
▲Health Canada and Dorel Distribution Canada have received 4 reports of incidents, including one minor injury.

Sold at Walmart, Sears, Costco and other retailers in Canada from June 2012 through April 2013.

Corrective Action:Consumers should immediately stop using the recalled gates and contact Dorel to obtain a free replacement product.
For more information, consumers may contact Dorel toll-free at 1-877-672-2355, from Monday to Friday, between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. or by email.

Recall - Fill Your Own Panda Play stainless steel food container - excess lead

The following recall notice is from HSW:

Highlights | Hazard | Exposure | Products | Sources Health Canada reports of a recall involving Fill Your Own Panda Play stainless steel food container. Health Canada’s sampling and evaluation program has revealed that these containers contain lead in excess of the allowable limit. Children can ingest harmful amounts of lead when they chew, suck or swallow items containing lead. See HSW Products tab for specifics on the affected items.  Lead is highly toxic and can enter the body through the digestive system or the lungs. See Hazard tab for more information. The recalled stainless steel food containers were sold across Canada from July 1, 2010 to April 25, 2013. Corrective Action:Consumers should stop using the recalled Fill Your Own Panda Play stainless steel food containers immediately. Consumers should dispose of the product or request a replacement unpainted stainless steel lid. For more information, consumers may contact Fill Your Own by email or visit the firm's website.