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Fatherhood Matters Eastern, a Family Service NS program, helps male-identifying caregivers with parenting skills, resources, and community support to build strong families and promote child well-being.

10/21/2025

🍫✨ Calling all dads and father figures! ✨🍫 Get ready for a sweet adventure at our FREE "Make Your Own Chocolate Bar" event! 🎉

👨‍👧‍👦 Who: Fathers, father figures & kids (ages 4+)

📅 When: November 8th | 🕛 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM

📍 Where: Heavenly Sweet Creations Café, 465 George St., Unit F, Sydney

🎁 What to expect:

Create & package your own delicious chocolate bar
Bond with your kids in a fun, hands-on activity
Enjoy a cozy afternoon filled with laughter & treats!

🚨 Limited spots available – Register by November 4th!
📱 Call/Text: 902-565-0832 📧 Email: jlaur@familyservicesns.ca 🚗 Need help with transportation? Let us know!

10/14/2025

✨ Thank you to all the dads who give their families the greatest gifts of all: time, patience, and unconditional love. You truly are everyday heroes. ❤️

10/06/2025

📢 5 Ways to Improve Your Communication!
Want to strengthen your conversations at home, work, or in your community?
Here are 5 simple strategies to communicate more effectively:
✅ Focus on Active Listening – truly hear what others are saying.
✅ Be Clear and Concise – avoid confusion by getting to the point.
✅ Pay Attention to Body Language – your non-verbal cues matter!
✅ Seek Feedback – learn how your message is received.
✅ Practice Empathy – understand and respect different perspectives.
Better Communication Builds Stronger Connections!

09/29/2025

NEW & EXPECTANT FATHERS
October 2025 – 2 FREE Information Sessions
Equip yourself with knowledge and confidence for fatherhood—before and after baby arrives.
Topics include:
✅ Newborn Sleep Education
✅ Car Seat Safety
✅ Postpartum Support
✅ Relationship Changes as New Parents
✅ Nutrition (Breastfeeding, Formula, Introducing Solids)
✅ Child Development
✅ Infant & Child Dental Health & Hygiene
✅ Labour & Delivery
✅ Immunizations

📅 When:
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
October 21st & October 28th

📍 Where:
Family Service Nova Scotia
295 George Street, Sydney – Suite #302

🎁 Attend both sessions & receive a gift card!
📞 Register Today – Limited Spots!
Call/Text: 902-565-0294
Email: charrison@familyservicens.ca

09/23/2025

🌟 Parenting Inspiration 🌟
Your words shape their world.
Choose kindness. Speak with love.
Empower their future. 💛

09/17/2025

MINI PUTT

Calling all Fathers and Father Figures with children ages 4 and up!

Come enjoy a round of mini putt, followed by French fries, yard games, and great conversation.

📅 Saturday, September 27, 2025

🕒 11:30 AM – 1:00 PM

📍190 Ferry Street, Sydney

💲Free Event💲

✨Limited
spaces available – Registration required
by Sept. 23rd✨

📞 Call/Text: 902-565-1635

📧 Email: cbruner@familyservicens.ca

🚐Transportation assistance may be available upon request.

09/09/2025

🎨 POKÉMON SIGN MAKING NIGHT 🎨

Fathers and Father Figures — come enjoy a hands-on night of sign making with your child/children (ages 6+)

Fun, laughter, and creativity guaranteed!

Paint & Create Your Own Pre-Cut Pokémon Wooden Sign

🖌️ One sign per registration

📅 When: Friday, September 26th

🕠 Time: 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM

📍Where: Knox Hall
39 Grant Street, Baddeck

FREE EVENT

✨Limited Spaces Available — Registration Required✨

📅 Register by September 23rd

📞 Call/Text: 902-565-0832

📧 Email: jlaur@familyservicens.ca

🚗 If transportation is a barrier, assistance may be available

09/02/2025

NEW & EXPECTANT FATHERS
October 2025 – 2 FREE Information Sessions
Equip yourself with knowledge and confidence for fatherhood—before and after baby arrives.
Topics include:
✅ Newborn Sleep Education
✅ Car Seat Safety
✅ Postpartum Support
✅ Relationship Changes as New Parents
✅ Nutrition (Breastfeeding, Formula, Introducing Solids)
✅ Child Development
✅ Infant & Child Dental Health & Hygiene
✅ Labour & Delivery
✅ Immunizations

📅 When:
6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
October 21st & October 28th
📍 Where:
Family Service Nova Scotia
295 George Street, Sydney – Suite #302
🎁 Attend both sessions & receive a gift card!
📞 Register Today – Limited Spots!
Call/Text: 902-565-0294
Email: charrison@familyservicens.ca

08/26/2025

Calling all Fathers!
Join the Fathering Forward Drop-In Group, a welcoming space where dads can connect, share, and support each other over a cup of coffee. Whether you're navigating parenting challenges, working on healthy relationships, or looking for community resources, this group is here for you.

Upcoming Drop in Dates:
September 23rd
October 21st
November 18th
Location: Family Service Nova Scotia Sydney Office, 295 George Street, Suite #302 Time: 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Need transportation? Call 902-565-0672 for support!
Don’t miss this opportunity to connect with other fathers and build a strong support network. See you there!

08/19/2025

🍲 CROCKPOT EVENT 🍲
Fun, Food, and Family Time!
Join us for a fun and interactive afternoon of crockpot meal prep!
Participants will receive a brand-new crockpot to take home!
All supplies are provided!
👨‍👧 Open to Fathers and Father Figures with children ages 4 and up
📅 WHEN: Sunday, September 14th, 2025
🕐 TIME: 1:00pm – 3:00pm
📍 WHERE: Hub Amateur Athletic Club
79 East Avenue, Glace Bay (Upstairs)
✅ FREE EVENT
✅ Registration Required – Spaces Are Limited!
📅 Register by September 9th
📧 Email: Jlaur@familyservicens.ca
📱 Call or Text: 902-565-0832
🚗 Need help getting there? Transportation assistance may be available!
We can’t wait to see you there!

08/12/2025

🌟 ACTIVE PARENTING OF TEENS – COMING TO LOUISBOURG! 🌟
📚 Learn valuable skills to help guide your teen:
✅ Effective methods of discipline
✅ Better communication skills
✅ Strategies for managing risky behaviours
✅ Insight into important teen issues
💡 3 FREE Information Sessions
📅 Saturdays: Sept 13, Sept 20, Sept 27
🕛 12:00pm – 2:00pm
📍 Royal Canadian Legion Branch 62
7569 Main St, Louisbourg
🎁 Attend all 3 sessions & receive a gift card!
🍽 Lunch provided on Sept 27th.
⚠ LIMITED SPACES – REGISTRATION REQUIRED by Sept 3rd
📞 Call/Text: 902-565-0832
📧 Email: JLAUR@FAMILYSERVICENS.CA

08/06/2025

📢 CALLING ALL FATHERS & FATHER FIGURES!
FREE INFORMATION SESSION
🎒 GET READY FOR BACK TO SCHOOL!
Gain the knowledge and resources to support your student as they navigate the upcoming school year.
📱 TOPICS INCLUDE:
🔐 Cyber Safety: Keeping Children Safe in Our Digital World
🥗 Dietitian Support: Healthy Lunches and Snacks
⏰ Establishing Schedules & Routines
BONUS:
All participants will take home gift cards and healthy snacks for lunch and recess!
🗓 When: August 19th, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM
👨‍👦 Who: Male Caregivers, Dads, Stepdads, Uncles, and Grandfathers
📍 Where: Community Cares Youth Outreach
55 King Street, Sydney Mines
🚨 LIMITED SPACES AVAILABLE – REGISTRATION REQUIRED
📅 Register by August 14th
📞 Call/Text Crystal at 902-565-0294
📧 Email: charrison@familyservicens.ca
🚗 Need transportation? Assistance may be available – just reach out!

Address

295 George Street #302
Sydney, NS
B1P1J7

Telephone

+18663305952

Website

http://familyservicens.ca/

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