My Busy Bees is fast becoming a wedding day essential. But, we could not have done this without you, our clients, event planners, venues and of course the qualified teachers who help us do what we do.
A special thank you to all!
We look forward to the 2011 season and hope to help future couples make their wedding a child friendly event.
Please keep an eye out for us on an upcoming new wedding show, Inlaw Weddings coming soon to Slice Network. We had the opportunity to be a featured vendor. We will keep you up to date on when this great series airs.
Thursday, October 14, 2010
Last minute event through Bridal Solutions.
It was a last minute childcare booking, not to worry, we had it covered.
Bridal Solutions called us for one of their bridal couples needing childcare at The Royal York Hotel.
We quickly got organized and received the information we needed from Bridal Solutions. The it was off to venue on October 9th, 2010 to set up.
We had a great space in The Salon just off the Ballroom. The children were excited to see us and wasted no time getting busy with the activities. Mom's and Dad's were impressed that the bridal couple had thought of this service for the children and for them as well.
We would like to thank Bridal Solutions for using My Busy Bees as their special event childcare service and hope to work with them again.
Bridal Solutions called us for one of their bridal couples needing childcare at The Royal York Hotel.
We quickly got organized and received the information we needed from Bridal Solutions. The it was off to venue on October 9th, 2010 to set up.
We had a great space in The Salon just off the Ballroom. The children were excited to see us and wasted no time getting busy with the activities. Mom's and Dad's were impressed that the bridal couple had thought of this service for the children and for them as well.
We would like to thank Bridal Solutions for using My Busy Bees as their special event childcare service and hope to work with them again.
Evening of September 25th, 2010
My Busy Bees provided childcare to a couple attending a wedding at The Sheraton Parkway in Richmond Hill.
The reception was held at the hotel and the couple had a room there as well.
We came prepared for the children bringing age appropriate toys.
The parents felt comfortable and the children as well. We did the bedtime routines and the children fell asleep, at which point one of the staff went down to the reception to let Mom and Dad know they had gone to sleep for the night.
Here is their testimonial:
"You and your team were punctual, professional and most importantly very warm. When leaving your children with strangers it helps not only to know that they are fully certified and record checked but also that they are personable and pleasant, which you were. My three year old could not stop talking about all of the toys you brought along with you and is now begging to have the car and track set for his birthday."
The reception was held at the hotel and the couple had a room there as well.
We came prepared for the children bringing age appropriate toys.
The parents felt comfortable and the children as well. We did the bedtime routines and the children fell asleep, at which point one of the staff went down to the reception to let Mom and Dad know they had gone to sleep for the night.
Here is their testimonial:
"You and your team were punctual, professional and most importantly very warm. When leaving your children with strangers it helps not only to know that they are fully certified and record checked but also that they are personable and pleasant, which you were. My three year old could not stop talking about all of the toys you brought along with you and is now begging to have the car and track set for his birthday."
Childcare at Timothy Eaton Church
Andrea and Kapil were married on September 25th, 2010.
We arrived at Timothy Eaton to find a fantastic area for childcare.
The children played with activities and toys while the wedding ceremony took place. The parents loved that their children were enjoying themselves in a child-friendly space while they enjoyed the ceremony.
Congratulation to the happy couple!
We arrived at Timothy Eaton to find a fantastic area for childcare.
The children played with activities and toys while the wedding ceremony took place. The parents loved that their children were enjoying themselves in a child-friendly space while they enjoyed the ceremony.
Congratulation to the happy couple!
Congratulations to Elena and Ali
Elena and Ali's wedding was relaxed and fun. The couple and guests were full of energy and danced the night away.
In the meantime, My Busy Bees had a childcare area set up to not only entertain the children, but to also supervise dinner as well. The venue Riviera Parque had a great area for us and were very helpful.
Congratulations!
In the meantime, My Busy Bees had a childcare area set up to not only entertain the children, but to also supervise dinner as well. The venue Riviera Parque had a great area for us and were very helpful.
Congratulations!
Ashita and Ajay's wedding at The Liberty Grand
Congratulations to Ashita and Ajay who had their wedding on August 14th at The Liberty Grand.
This was beautiful cultural wedding. We set up in an area out of the way and entertained the children while the cocktail hour was happening. The children had the opportunity to do crafts and play with other activites. Moms and Dads were not too far away and the children had a great time.
This was beautiful cultural wedding. We set up in an area out of the way and entertained the children while the cocktail hour was happening. The children had the opportunity to do crafts and play with other activites. Moms and Dads were not too far away and the children had a great time.
Congratulations Chloe and Pablo on August 14th,2010
This couples wedding was at the Drake Hotel on August 14th, 2010. This venue is very unique and the icing on the cake is it has hotel rooms upstairs for guests if needed.
At this wedding we cared for 8 children including the brides and groom toddler and another guests infant. My Busy Bees brought activities and toys for the older children to play with in one of the larger rooms and two other teachers cared for the little ones in separate rooms , so the children could fall asleep.
All went well and we will be back at The Drake in October!
At this wedding we cared for 8 children including the brides and groom toddler and another guests infant. My Busy Bees brought activities and toys for the older children to play with in one of the larger rooms and two other teachers cared for the little ones in separate rooms , so the children could fall asleep.
All went well and we will be back at The Drake in October!
Thursday, August 12, 2010
Congratulations to Lisa and Andrew!
Lisa and Andrew's reception was held at the Royal Pavillion on July 31st,2010. We arrived just prior to dinner. The children came to us in a curtained off area in the dining hall. This worked very well.
One downside was that our electric cars kept escaping into the dining hall! LOL! until we were able to block them and keep them in our area.
Our program went from 6pm untuil 12am. In the first half we entertained the younger children, which had a blast, so much so, some had a hard time leaving us to have dinner.
As the night moved on and the dancing started we had many little dancers on the dance floor. Some of my staff supervised them and the others stayed in our area.
It was the invasion of the Teenagers next! We had a great time having a Connect Four competition, it was a challenge.
In the end, the little guests departed and we were able to put the brides and grooms youngest children to sleep in their stroller making it an easy exit for Mom and Dad!
One downside was that our electric cars kept escaping into the dining hall! LOL! until we were able to block them and keep them in our area.
Our program went from 6pm untuil 12am. In the first half we entertained the younger children, which had a blast, so much so, some had a hard time leaving us to have dinner.
As the night moved on and the dancing started we had many little dancers on the dance floor. Some of my staff supervised them and the others stayed in our area.
It was the invasion of the Teenagers next! We had a great time having a Connect Four competition, it was a challenge.
In the end, the little guests departed and we were able to put the brides and grooms youngest children to sleep in their stroller making it an easy exit for Mom and Dad!
Back at The Liberty Grand for Tanya's wedding on July 17th, 2010
A few weeks back we were happy to entertain some of Tanya's younger guests at her Bridal Shower.
We met the other children this evening, introducing ourselves to them and their parents just prior to dinner.
20 children in all!
After dinner, we had a great space on the second level to set up the program.
The children, loved to decorate the new canvas fridge magnets and the beading area was a big hit! Many of the children( including some boys) made keepsakes and gifts for friends and family.
We wish the happy couple all the best!
We met the other children this evening, introducing ourselves to them and their parents just prior to dinner.
20 children in all!
After dinner, we had a great space on the second level to set up the program.
The children, loved to decorate the new canvas fridge magnets and the beading area was a big hit! Many of the children( including some boys) made keepsakes and gifts for friends and family.
We wish the happy couple all the best!
Wedding at Atlantis Pavillion on June 27th,2010
It was a stormy evening on June 27th, 2010.
We arrived just before the storm. We set up in the Skyline Room in the Atlantis Pavillion. We had ample space and was able to entertain the 26 children attending.
The children loved to be able to watch the storm clouds pass overhead. We did many crafts and they enjoyed all of the games and toys we brought.
The evening was a big success! Congratulations to the happy couple!
We arrived just before the storm. We set up in the Skyline Room in the Atlantis Pavillion. We had ample space and was able to entertain the 26 children attending.
The children loved to be able to watch the storm clouds pass overhead. We did many crafts and they enjoyed all of the games and toys we brought.
The evening was a big success! Congratulations to the happy couple!
Saturday, June 26, 2010
Wedding at The York Reception Centre/ Don Valley Hotel and Suites
We would like to say Congratulations to the new" Cooper" family!
This event was unique for us. We arrived to supervise the 3 youngest children throughout dinner.
But, when we arrived and set-up, the boys were having such a good playing with us, the bride decided to let them stay and play instead of making the grand entrance and upsetting them by taking them away from their activities.
So, later when dinner was being served, we entertained them in the dining room. We helped the smallest, which happened to be the brides little guy, eat his dinner, and watched over the others.
After, we returned to our playroom and continued with our activities until it was time for the shuttle to take us to the suite at The Don Valley Hotel and Suites.
The suite was amazing! The children, the three little boys and a young girl, relaxed and started to wind down for the night. Eventually, we changed them into their PJ's and they all fell asleep cuddled up on the couch and big comfy chairs....so cute!
Grandma, came later and transferred them to her suite for the night so the bride and groom could continue their celebration with family and friends in their suite.
This event was unique for us. We arrived to supervise the 3 youngest children throughout dinner.
But, when we arrived and set-up, the boys were having such a good playing with us, the bride decided to let them stay and play instead of making the grand entrance and upsetting them by taking them away from their activities.
So, later when dinner was being served, we entertained them in the dining room. We helped the smallest, which happened to be the brides little guy, eat his dinner, and watched over the others.
After, we returned to our playroom and continued with our activities until it was time for the shuttle to take us to the suite at The Don Valley Hotel and Suites.
The suite was amazing! The children, the three little boys and a young girl, relaxed and started to wind down for the night. Eventually, we changed them into their PJ's and they all fell asleep cuddled up on the couch and big comfy chairs....so cute!
Grandma, came later and transferred them to her suite for the night so the bride and groom could continue their celebration with family and friends in their suite.
Sunday, June 13, 2010
Wedding at Dundas Golf and Country Club
We had the pleasure of providing entertainment for a wedding at The Dundas Golf and Country Club. A beautiful venue in a beautiful setting!
Many of the children were either in the wedding party or children of adults in the wedding party.
Our service was essential, especially during the speeches, where the wedding party took turns congratulating the happy couple.
This went smoothly, as we found out later, because the children were having a party of their own, safe and sound!
The parents, bride and groom thanked us. The children loved the arts and crafts and musical chairs to end the program, leaving our program with a fun loot bag and their treasured crafts!
Congratulations to the happy couple!
Many of the children were either in the wedding party or children of adults in the wedding party.
Our service was essential, especially during the speeches, where the wedding party took turns congratulating the happy couple.
This went smoothly, as we found out later, because the children were having a party of their own, safe and sound!
The parents, bride and groom thanked us. The children loved the arts and crafts and musical chairs to end the program, leaving our program with a fun loot bag and their treasured crafts!
Congratulations to the happy couple!
Tuesday, June 1, 2010
Bridal Shower at The Boulavard Club
Yes, that's right! We do bridal showers too!
It was our pleasure to provide our service at The Boulavard Club for Tanya's shower.
Everything went smoothly and the best part is we are also providing our service for her wedding.
So, many of the children we met that day we will see at the wedding. This makes it easy to plan activities they will really enjoy and we already have a relationship with them as well as their moms!
See you in July, Tanya!
It was our pleasure to provide our service at The Boulavard Club for Tanya's shower.
Everything went smoothly and the best part is we are also providing our service for her wedding.
So, many of the children we met that day we will see at the wedding. This makes it easy to plan activities they will really enjoy and we already have a relationship with them as well as their moms!
See you in July, Tanya!
Wedding at Grand Baccus in Scarborough
We had a busy preschooler to take care of at this event. He was a great dancer and loved the car track!
Later in the evening he got very tired and Margaret was able to settle him down, and he fell asleep. We thought he had a stroller to sleep in but he didn't have one that reclined. In the future, we have decided to always bring a play yard to an event with smaller children, just to be on the safe side.
Congratulations to the happy couple!
Later in the evening he got very tired and Margaret was able to settle him down, and he fell asleep. We thought he had a stroller to sleep in but he didn't have one that reclined. In the future, we have decided to always bring a play yard to an event with smaller children, just to be on the safe side.
Congratulations to the happy couple!
Tuesday, May 4, 2010
Congratulations to Kasia and A.J!
Kasia and A.J got married on May1st, 2010. They have a 9 month old baby and Kasia was very nervous about leaving her little man as she hadn't done this before. We knew she really needed us to put her mind at ease so she could enjoy her wedding. We made sure little A. was happy, fed changed and updated Kasia and A.J throughout the evening on how he was doing. Here is what Kasia sent to us after.
Hi Carol & Margaret,
I just wanted to say thank you soooooo much for the wonderful job you and Margaret did at our wedding. The kids absolutely loved you and I wouldn't have had the dream wedding I had hoped for without you. I couldn't believe how many people have complimented you when watching you guys with the kids. I would recommend you to anyone and hope to have you watch the kids again in the future.
Thanks again
Kasia & A.J.
It was our pleasure to care for her son and we are very happy for her and A.J.
* As well at this wedding Kasia's sister needed a caregiver for her daughter. Little M. is 19 months old and a little sweetheart. I had fun running around with her and keeping her busy. We bonded so quickly that when mom came to say "hi" she kept playing! Mom was so surprised and pleased that her daughter was in good hands!
Hi Carol & Margaret,
I just wanted to say thank you soooooo much for the wonderful job you and Margaret did at our wedding. The kids absolutely loved you and I wouldn't have had the dream wedding I had hoped for without you. I couldn't believe how many people have complimented you when watching you guys with the kids. I would recommend you to anyone and hope to have you watch the kids again in the future.
Thanks again
Kasia & A.J.
It was our pleasure to care for her son and we are very happy for her and A.J.
* As well at this wedding Kasia's sister needed a caregiver for her daughter. Little M. is 19 months old and a little sweetheart. I had fun running around with her and keeping her busy. We bonded so quickly that when mom came to say "hi" she kept playing! Mom was so surprised and pleased that her daughter was in good hands!
Event at The Terrace on April 24th, 2010
Rose's sister was getting married and she and her extended family were all part of the wedding. She thought"what to to with the children?" She contacted me and her problem was solved.
We cared for and entertained 6 children ages 2.5yrs of age to 6.5 yrs of age. The kids had so much fun they wanted us to stay and even asked if we would be back for next time!
Mommies and Daddies loved our program and even said that if we ever needed references they are their for us. As well, they said that they would refer us to everyone!
What a great compliment!
We cared for and entertained 6 children ages 2.5yrs of age to 6.5 yrs of age. The kids had so much fun they wanted us to stay and even asked if we would be back for next time!
Mommies and Daddies loved our program and even said that if we ever needed references they are their for us. As well, they said that they would refer us to everyone!
What a great compliment!
Fiona's Wedding at The Manor
Congratulations to the happy couple. We had a busy day on April 24th and double booked. Fiona's children required a teacher to entertain and care for her two children on her wedding day. I knew Margaret was the perfect teacher for her.
The children had a great time with her and gave Fiona the sercurity she needed for her special day. She knew that her children were safe and having fun.
Thank you to Margaret from My Busy Bees for doing such a fabulous job!
Here is what Fiona had to say about us:
"Hey Carol,
I just want to thank you again for your services. It really put my mind at ease to know that the kids were taken care off. Margaret was great!!! The kids loved her and took to her very easily. I really can`t thank you enough for giving me peace of mind on our wedding day. I will recomend you to anyone.
Fiona"
The children had a great time with her and gave Fiona the sercurity she needed for her special day. She knew that her children were safe and having fun.
Thank you to Margaret from My Busy Bees for doing such a fabulous job!
Here is what Fiona had to say about us:
"Hey Carol,
I just want to thank you again for your services. It really put my mind at ease to know that the kids were taken care off. Margaret was great!!! The kids loved her and took to her very easily. I really can`t thank you enough for giving me peace of mind on our wedding day. I will recomend you to anyone.
Fiona"
Friday, March 12, 2010
Congratulations to Madhusree and Saaj
Madhusree and Saaj had their reception at the Red Rose Convention Centre on March 6th, 2010. This is an elegant venue with ample space for childcare.
We entertained our little guests while the adult program was taking place. We had some small ones who had never be in childcare or had cargivers other than family members. To their surprise and relief they did very well and enjoyed their stay with us. The parents had been planning for their sons childcare since mom is going back to work and this was a great insight for them. We were glad to help
.
The other children enjoyed all the crafts and the especially liked the dino car track.
We hope to be back at this venue again. It was great!
We entertained our little guests while the adult program was taking place. We had some small ones who had never be in childcare or had cargivers other than family members. To their surprise and relief they did very well and enjoyed their stay with us. The parents had been planning for their sons childcare since mom is going back to work and this was a great insight for them. We were glad to help
.
The other children enjoyed all the crafts and the especially liked the dino car track.
We hope to be back at this venue again. It was great!
Monday, February 15, 2010
Wedding at Liberty Grand February 13th, 2010
It was a snowy evening at Liberty Grand. With the snow gently falling the venue was magical. We arrived and introduced ourselves to the parents and children attending. We let them know where we were and gave them the run down of the evening's plan.
We then went to see the bride and groom to say congratulations and introduce the rest of the team.
With a quick set up we started our evening with a craft activity and then had the children make their own personalized name tag for their loot bags.( which included a special Valentine's treat bag from My Busy Bees). Before long dinner was served. After dinner we set up stage two of the night with beading and designing race cars.
If the children weren't interested in crafts we always bring a variety of floor toys and games to keep them busy.
The night went very smoothly and at the end of the program the children told their parents" they didn't want to leave!" Which translates in to a big success for My Busy Bees.
We would like to thank Liberty Grand for all their help and a special thank you to the onsite coordinator Stasia Marunchak who was always on hand and helpful.
We then went to see the bride and groom to say congratulations and introduce the rest of the team.
With a quick set up we started our evening with a craft activity and then had the children make their own personalized name tag for their loot bags.( which included a special Valentine's treat bag from My Busy Bees). Before long dinner was served. After dinner we set up stage two of the night with beading and designing race cars.
If the children weren't interested in crafts we always bring a variety of floor toys and games to keep them busy.
The night went very smoothly and at the end of the program the children told their parents" they didn't want to leave!" Which translates in to a big success for My Busy Bees.
We would like to thank Liberty Grand for all their help and a special thank you to the onsite coordinator Stasia Marunchak who was always on hand and helpful.
Sunday, February 7, 2010
At the Berkeley Church on January 16th, 2010
Some of the crafts the kids created and their loot bags.They loved it!
Congratulations to the happy couple! We had a great evening at the Berkeley Church. This location is full of historical charm. The bride was beautiful and the groom handsome.Our 7 little guests had a blast! We kept them hopping with about 5 craft activities, and various age appropriate activities.
Here is the feedback from the bride:
"From my perspective, the kids had a great time. I spoke to a few of the parents and all the kids seemed to love it. I loved the arts and crafts ideas (I didn't see the finished products, but that's ok) and the fact that there were age appropriate toys and games for those that like lots of different things to do or aren't into the craft stuff. Furthermore, other people noticed how well the kids were taken care of. Personally, I was so relieved that the ceremony and speeches could be heard, and that the kids could participate in the dancing (so cute!).
If I hear any more feedback, I will certainly send it your way. I am also happy to be a reference for any potential customers! I think one of the mom's wanted to know all about your business, so I'll let her know!
If you have any more questions for me, don't hesitate to contact me.
You did a wonderful job, we are so pleased that our littlest guests had such a great time!"
Laura
Stay tuned! We will be creating a list of Venues we have had the pleasure of doing our program at and some photos of our set-ups and activities!
Until then...
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