Thursday, December 17, 2015

Holiday Gift Shop Update


We want to formally thank all the volunteers/"Elves" who assisted with this year's Holiday Gift Shop! 

The kids had a great time selecting holiday (or birthday) gifts for their loved ones and they are really quite good (and sneaky) little shoppers!




The shop is still open for those who may have missed their chance, so last minute requests and donations are welcome - through your child's teacher!


Any feedback is appreciated: gowlingfest@gmail.com


Cheers and be merry!



Saturday, December 12, 2015

Children's Gift Shop Donations - Extended!


   Hello all!!

The Children's Gift Shop is looking great... But we could still use many more item donations so we are extending our donation period to this Monday, Dec. 14th. 

The sale will still start this Monday as planned, any further items will be added as our current "stock" runs low.

Again, helpful items include:
+++ gift bags and tissue paper.
+++Dad items
Mom items
Kid items
(item drop-off in the main office)

And... please don't forget to send in your $$ donations along with your filled-out gift tags :o)

Cheers!! - from the Elves



Wednesday, December 9, 2015

Children's Holiday Gift Shop - Update


   Hello all!!

Just sending a quick progress update about the Children's Gift Shop. Things are well underway and the elves have been hard at work!




We still need a lot of help though...


Additional helpful items include:
+++ gift bags and tissue paper.
+++Dad items
Mom items
Kid items
(item drop-off in the main office)

And... please don't forget to send in your financial donations along with your filled-out gift tags :o)

Cheers!!



Sunday, December 6, 2015

DECEMBER COUNCIL MEETING



COME ONE, COME ALL!!
Our next School Council meeting is this...
 Tuesday, December 8th @ 5:15pm.
There will be Pizza!

We will be discussing (among other things)...
 
  • Public Health and Immunizations - News Link Here
  • The Ottawa Carleton Assembly of School Councils (OCASC)
  • Our upcoming in-school "Children's Gift Shop" fundraiser
  • Parents Reaching Out (PRO)-Grant workshop planning


Wednesday, November 25, 2015

A Great Big Clifford Sized Thank-You!!


What a wonderful night of holiday fun and community spirit!!


We had a great turnout and lots of fun!!


  • Thank-you to all attendees (and their supporters at home),
  • Thank-you to all of our amazing volunteers,
  • Thank-you to CLIFFORD!!
  • ... and a HUGE thank-you to Pinecrest Chapters for all of the support (e.g. raffle gift certificates, amazing staff support and FOR HOSTING such a fun night for us!!).


 (Someone spots Clifford from a distance)

 (Clifford was a bit shy at first, but so sweet to the little gaffers)

 (Clifford took a shining to this little dude, who followed him around... like a puppy)

(Inspired to capture Clifford's likeness)

("I want a snowman with feet please")



 Cheers all and be merry!!


Sunday, November 15, 2015

What a WONDERFUL DAY!!



THANK YOU to all those who attended our second annual W.E. Gowling Holiday Craft Show!!

It was a HUGE success! 


A BIG GIANT shout-out to all of our amazing vendors (listed here in case you need to follow-up for additional custom orders): 

Also a HUGE thank you to all the volunteers who made the day possible and to all our raffle prize sponsors!



If you have any images from the event that you would like to share, please drop us a line at wegschoolcouncil@gmail.com or gowlingfest@gmail.com.

Cheers and be merry ya'll!


Saturday, November 14, 2015

Friday, November 13, 2015

Tomorrow is the day!!!!!!!!

W.E. Gowling Holiday Craft Show
This Saturday, from 10am until 3:30pm, visit all the amazing vendors at our 2nd Annual Holiday Craft Show, including... 

Simply Leesie, jewelry made with love.  Each piece is hand crafted, unique and one of a kind.  Their rings, pendants, earrings and bracelets are all made with wire, beads, string, leather and some sterling silver.
Accessorizing is important, make a fabulous statement with Simply Leesie.






Thursday, November 12, 2015

Another Great Craft Show Vendor!!!

Seaway Valley Soups
Dried soup mixes with a home made taste.
All the ingredients are natural.
Easy to make.


This Saturday at W.E. Gowling, from 10am until 3:30pm.


THIS SATURDAY!!!!!

Are you ready for W.E.Gowling's 2nd Annual Holiday Craft Show? With over 60 Vendors, you can finish your holiday shopping early!!! Don't miss out..... 

Make sure to visit Stone EraAt Stone Era they are committed to offering top of the line, all natural stones, mineral and material. All products are HAND MADE and designed by them. They have selected semi-precious stones that offer healing benefits while creating high fashion statement. We believe in the power of natural sources. They live in a society filled with artificial component, why not just wear part of the earth and benefit from it.

All natural stones offer different influence, it is said that the stone you are attracted to is normally the stone you need to help balance yourself. What is your color? What is your stone? What are you attracted to? That just might define your internal need.






Tuesday, November 10, 2015

Looking for the perfect Holiday gift?
Try Brit's Homemade Sweet Treats - she makes homemade baked goods such as cookies, cupcakes, chocolate bark, etc. She will also have delicious chocolate dipped items this year which include pretzels, marshmallows, candy canes and fruit.
You can find her at W.E Gowling School on November 14th,
from 10am until 3:30pm!!!!!





Only 4 Days until our Holiday Craft Sale!!

On November 14th, be sure to visit La Canasta Painting Patterns, where you will find beautiful decorative winter and Christmas wood ornaments, wreaths and many items for the home, office and a little something for your Christmas Stocking Stuffers.

W.E. Gowling School, between 10am and 3:30pm




Monday, November 9, 2015

THIS SATURDAY!!!


The W.E. Gowling Craft Show is almost here!!

THIS SATURDAY - Nov. 14th!!

Come see all the AMAZING vendors!

Need some more reasons to come?! 
Check out these sweet raffle prizes!


We Chalk Paint - Holiday Craft Show Vendor Review

"We Chalk Paint"- McCharles Creations" specializes in refreshing in chalk paint jewellery boxes, home decor and small furniture pieces. Louise & Angus McCharles, owners, only use Annie Sloan Chalk Paint to create lovely unique hand painted pieces in stunning colours. They also do custom work. 
Don't miss out. W.E. Gowling School, November 14th between 10am and 3:30pm.





Sunday, November 8, 2015

Next Council Meeting - This Tuesday!


Interested in Play Structure Development, Landscaping and School Gardens?

Please join us at our next Parent Council meeting in the W.E. Gowling library! 

This Tuesday (Nov. 10th) @ 5:15pm - There will be PIZZA! 




We are very excited to have Spread the Joy at this year's 2nd Annual Holiday Craft Show.

Spread the Joy is a social enterprise that produces unique, high quality handcrafted products. Their emphasis is on recycled and local ingredients to make the one of a kind product. All products are created by adults with a developmental disability and all proceeds of sales are returned back to the program to provide employment and meaningful opportunities.  Products include homemade preserves, made from our own vegetables grown on our farm, Handmade soap infused with our own local grown herbs and recycled log candles and coasters from fallen trees, plus so much more.




Saturday, November 7, 2015

Another Holiday Craft Show Vendor Review: Cedes Crafty Corner
The cold weather is creeping back...make sure to stay warm this winter with these handmade unique knit and crochet items. Between 10am and 3:30pm, November 14th!





Gearing Up for THREE Holiday Events!!



Save these dates folks!


Only 7 days left until the Holiday Craft Show

Come by W.E. Gowling on November 14th between 10am and 3:30pm and be sure to visit Moments by Mélà. She'll have crafts and projects that add a bit of splash to everyday life.  Journals and cards are handmade and unique.
See you there!!


Friday, November 6, 2015

2015-16 W.E. Gowling Fundraising Plan

Hello all,

 

In order to be more transparent regarding W.E. Gowling Parent Council initiatives and planning, we have created the following Fundraising Plan. This is a "living document" that we can all make revisions to,  so please let us know what you think and if you want to be involved in some way.

 

Cheers!!