Ice Cream Bread - Easy 2 Ingredient Dessert Recipe!

One of the best features of momstown Mississauga is our message board. Our members can talk in person to each other during our programs but when they can't make it to events they can continue the conversation online via our forum.




This recipe is straight from our forum - Crazy Recipes. One of our moms posted it and I just had to try it out. I used PC Pumpkin Pie Ice cream but our mamas have tried cookie dough and thought that was just as delicious. The possibilities are as endless. The dark pieces in the photos to the left are the chunks of graham cracker crust from the pumpkin pie icecream! 

Note: If you don't have self raising flour don't worry just make your own! For every 1 cup of flour add in 1 1/2 tsp of baking powder and 1/2 tsp of salt. 



Ice Cream Bread

Ingredients:

2 Cups Ice Cream - softened
1 1/2 cups self raising flour


Combine the softened ice cream with the flour and spread into loaf pan. Line the pan with parchment or make sure it is lightly greased.

Bake:  350 for 35-45 minutes or until toothpick inserted comes out clean.

Once cooled enjoy a slice for dessert or an afterschool snack!

Business Development at momstown Fall 2013 Conference in Niagara Falls

momstown owners from all across Canada gather bi-annually for Fall & Spring Business Development Conferences. It is a jam packed 4 day experience full of innovation, team support and motivation. This November's conference marks a turning point for our company. momstown is about to embark on our biggest year yet in 2014.  The energy and passion for next year's plans was reflected in every person.

This conference was hosted at the Niagara Courtyard Marriott. Located right in the heart of Niagara Falls it is close to everything a tourist could desire.  Our group of 28 owners and momstown HQ Staff  enjoyed delicious food both for breakfast and dinner at the on-site Keg Restaurant. The conference amenities of the hotel and  Wi-Fi made it a breeze to get down to work.

Friday night was all about reconnecting. The team got to talk face to face with each other for the first time in 6 months. Our Inaugural momstown Team Awards ceremony recognised the hard work of many of our chapters.

The second day of our conference was a mix of  business development with sessions by Shelagh Cummins from BizTrainHer , and play as we worked to make rocketships - a metaphor for where momstown is headed in 2014. This was done in true momstown fashion out of paper towel rolls and craft supplies.  Saturday's sessions were rounded out with Pizza and Games in our PJs as we enjoyed pedicures by Ah Bella Luna Mobile Spa.




Sunday saw our team connect over our Entrepreneurs Book Club, and more business planning for 2014.  The day was finished off with a tour of the Chateau Des Charmes winery. The group arrived for the tour & wine tasting in style with transportation from GM Canada  in the Chevrolet Equinox. The evening was finished off with headshots from CL Buchanan.

Being a small business owner with a young family can be very isolating at times. Working within a support network comprised of such brilliant entrepreneurs from across Canada is an invaluable part of being a momstown Chapter owner.

A support system is an integral part of what our Chapters create in each of our hometowns for our members,  it is nice that is mirrored in our professional team as well. Everyone's heart is in their job at momstown. Consider joining us today either as a member or perhaps by starting your own business in your hometown.
  

Tales for Tots in October: Family Storytime

momstown Mississauga moms and kids meet over 20 times per month at fun and educational programs that follow our monthly curriculum themes. Our momstown families meet at different sponsor's locations for our programs all over the city of Mississauga.

Scholastic Canada is a monthly sponsor of our Bookclub for Kids called Tales for Tots. We traditionally meet monthly at the Chapters on Vega Blvd for our program. The adorable toys in the kids section and the large selection of books is a great fit for this program.

Octobers's book is Good Night, Sleep Tight by Mem Fox. An engaging story everyone will love to read over and over again as familiar nursery rhymes are featured in the bedtime routine. 

Our bookclub consists of a storytime and crafts and then one lucky child gets to take the book home to build their family library! 

Our lucky winner with her craft! 

October's Rhyme Rhythm & Read: Bookclub for Babies

momstown Mississauga hosts programs for babies 0-12m every month in our Baby Basics Series. This is a weekly program held at the Taima Zone where our mothers meet for fun and support in our baby focused curriculum. 

One of our literacy focused programs is Rhyme Rhythm & Read which is sponsored by +Scholastic Canada. Monthly books are provided for our Moms and their babies! This is a great way for the moms to build their libraries at home! 

October's Book Winning Family! 

The Selection for October is Never Let You Go  by Patricia Storms. An adorable book which matches every new parent's sentiments about always being there for their children even as they go through the journies of life,  exploration, tantrums and all! 

Join us for Baby Basics - different programs are running every week! A yearly program pass is only $45 for a limited time! This includes access to all of our programs, our Mom's Night Out events, the online forums where you can get advice and support from other moms just like you.  In addition there are great member discounts, access to contests and more! 

Sign up today for your membership! 

Rhyme Rhythm & Read: Monthly Program and Bookclub for Babies!

momstown Mississauga mamas and their babies met yesterday for Rhyme, Rhythm and Read a monthly baby literacy program which is sponsored by +Scholastic Canada.   Our moms and babies meet weekly for our Baby Basics programming held at the Taima Zone. 

Rhyme Rhythm & Read is a fun part of our baby programming that is designed just for babies 0-12 months in age. It incorporates fan favourite songs like The Wheels on the Bus, with great action songs like Zoom Zoom Zoom, silly rhymes and parachute time in addition to our storytime. 

This month's +Scholastic Baby Selection is Kiss Kiss Goodnight by Kenn Nesbit. A great title about bedtime routines with beautiful illustrations of different animal families. One lucky mom and baby got to take home their own copy of the book! This little lady was already interested in reading it and immediately flipped it open for a look! 

Join us for Baby Basics - different programs are running every week! A yearly program pass is only $45 for a limited time! This includes access to all of our programs, our Mom's Night Out events, the online forums where you can get advice and support from other moms just like you.  In addition there are great member discounts, access to contests and more! Sign up today for your membership! 

  

Santa Claus Parade in Mississauga and Across the GTA

momstown Mississauga moms and kids are meeting to watch the Santa Claus Parade in Streetsville coming up on November 24th.  There are many parades in our area to take in if you can't make it on the 24th in Streetsville. We have also listed the many tree lighting ceremonies in Mississauga on our blog -  great local and family friendly events to get you in the holiday mood!

Photo Credit: Downtown Streetsville Blog

Mississauga Parade Details:

Sunday November 24th Start time: 1pm. Parade Starts at Queen Street South and Brittania and heads south through the village ending at Queen Street South of Old Station Road.

Brampton Parade Details:

Saturday November 16th there is an evening parade.  Parade will start at 5pm at Sproule Drive & Main Street. Refer to the website for tips on parking and where best to stand along the route.

Oakville Parade Details:

Saturday November 16th the parade starts at 9am sharp rain or shine. Starting on Lakeshore Road East and ending at Fellen Avenue.

Holiday Lights & Tree Lighting Ceremonies in Mississauga 2013

There are many tree lighting ceremonies planned throughout Mississauga this holiday season.  Visit one with your family and celebrate the Magic of the Holiday season.

 

momstown Mississauga Families join together to attend these great local events. If you are looking for company visit our website and get started building traditions within your own community in Mississauga.

Streetsville Village Square: Friday November 22nd at 7pm. Join together at village main street square at 7 p.m. for the traditional lighting of the Christmas tree.  Horse & wagon rides, hot chocolate, sweet treats, and of course Santa! Celebration Square Saturday November 23rd 6-9pm

Bring your holiday cheer and see Mississauga Celebration Square dazzle at the 2013 Tree Lighting Celebration. There will be Food Trucks, Fun for the kids and live music! Tree Lighting at 7:30pm. Clarkson Village Tree Lighting Thursday November 28 7-9pm Location: 1880 Lakeshore Road West, Mississauga Join us 5th annual Christmas in Clarkson sponsored by the businesses in the Clarkson Village. Enjoy hot chocolate & cookies, sing along with the carols,  visit the petting zoo and fire truck. PLEASE BRING A NON PERISHABLE FOOD ITEM FOR THE COMPASS Light Up the Lighthouse in Port Credit Location: Lighthouse on Lakeshore in the village  Join your neighbours for an evening of festive fun for the whole family including a visit from St.Nick. Free crafts & refreshments.  Bring a donation to the Food Bank or a new pair of Mittens for the Mitten Tree!