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The Plan for the Week
Fundraiser and Celebration
• What is Tucson’s International Babywearing Week’s Main Celebration and Fundraiser?
This event is the big finale to two weeks of celebration of babywearing! Babywearing is the act of keeping your baby close to you using a sling or carrier. During this year’s International Babywearing Week, we are planning a variety of events (full listing can be viewed on our Facebook page here: https://www.facebook.com/BWITucson/events). For the main event, to be held at the Tucson campus of the ASU School of Social Work Courtyard, 340 N Commerce Park Loop, on October 8 from 4-7 pm, we are planning family friendly fun, prizes, entertainment, food, and so much more!
• When is the event?
We are celebrating on Saturday, October 8 from 4-7 pm.
• Who is invited?
This event is for families! You can be brand-new to the idea of babywearing, be in the very beginning stages of babywearing, be a babywearing pro, be expecting a baby, be a parent of five with various ages, supporting someone else who has kids, etc. We also welcome people who just love talking about babywearing! And, YES, babies, toddlers, and children are more than welcome!
• What is the cost?
There is no cost to attend as the event is free and open to the public! We’ll have raffle tickets available for sale and some of our community partners will be selling their goods/services, but attending the event itself is free.
• Do I need to RSVP?
Yes, please do so through this Facebook event. A RSVP is kindly requested so that we have a rough idea of how many people to expect, but it is not required (as we understand family schedules!).
• Will there be entertainment?
Yes! Mr. Nature will be entertaining families with his silly songs and stories. We are also planning for mud pies, coloring, and other kid-friendly fun!
• Will there be prizes?
Yes! This is our non-profit chapter’s biggest fundraiser of the year, so while the event is free to attend, we do hope that you decide to participate in our fundraising raffle. We have been so blessed by many local and national sponsors. Details about our raffle prizes can be found here. ***Please note that the BWI of Tucson Raffle Prizes are a “must be present to win” style drawing***
• Will there be food?
Yes! Babywearers love to eat! There will be a caterer with a variety of food options (vegetarian, vegan and gluten-free too!) available for purchase. In addition, Wilson’s Kettle Corn will be available to serve some yummy popcorn and lemonade. There may even be a sweet cold treat (those details are coming soon!)
• Who are the community partners?
Our community partners believe in babywearing and our supporting us by being present at our event by hosting a booth. Community partners include the following organizations: Alice Rae Shop, Body Central Physical Therapy, Hike it Baby Tucson, It Works!, Little Bird Nesting Company, LuLaRoe Ashley Danielle, LuLaRoe – Blaire Johnson, Mary Kay with Tammy Vavala, Mindful Birth Tucson, Ocotillo Creations, Paige Dr Sears Certified Health Coach / Plexus Ambassador, Pinch & Dash LLC, Pionic Pizza, Please Read One More – Usborne Books & More, Rodan+Fields Skincare – Melanie Johnston, Sew Hip, Thirty-One Gifts, Tinkergarten, Top Knot Media, Traditional Starter Bakery, Tucson Waldorf School, Wilson’s Kettle Corn, and Wisdom Within – Empowering Childbirth Preparation.
• Where is the event?
The event is at the Tucson campus of the ASU School of Social Work. The address is 340 N Commerce Park Loop (85745). There will be free parking available in the adjacent parking lot to the courtyard. There are several nearby Sun Tran bus stops.
Community Partners
We are overwhelmed by the generosity of the Tucson and babywearing community. Here is a list of the amazing donations and support provided by our sponsors. We so appreciate every donation great and small. If you would like to learn more about one of our sponsors or to donate to our fundraiser, please reach out to us.
Thank you!
![]() www.4thavenueyoga.com Three gift certificates for free yoga classes |
![]() www.alicerae.com Gift Basket with Gift Certificate included ($100 value) |
![]() www.appleannies.com 8 gift certificates for the corn maze |
![]() socialwork.asu.edu/tucson |
![]() www.babiesrus.com Ergo Original Carrier in the Starburst fashion |
![]() barre3.com Gift certificate for 10 classes ($160 value) |
![]() www.beyondbread.com $10 gift certificate |
![]() www.facebook.com/theblacktopgrill Percentage donation (10% of sales) from the IBW kickoff event |
![]() www.bodycentralpt.net Gift certificate for a free physical therapy consult for postpartum mothers |
![]() www.bookmanssports.com Two $25 gift certificates |
![]() www.borderlandsbrewing.com Percentage donation (10% of sales) from the IBW event |
![]() www.brooklynpizzacompany.com Three $5 gift certificates |
![]() www.bumstedstucson.com Two $20 gift certificates |
![]() http://www.casavideo.com Seven Rental Punch Card ($22.50 value) |
![]() http://cspolefitness.com Gift certificate for 3-pack classes ($225 value) |
![]() www.childrensmuseumtucson.org 8 Gift certificates for free admission |
![]() www.creativejuiceartbar.com $10 per painter donation from IBW Parent’s night Out event |
![]() www.delectables.com $20 gift certificate |
![]() www.demontswim.com Gift certificate for one month of swim lessons x2 ($240 value) |
![]() www.diabloburger.com $25 gift certificate |
![]() www.ergobaby.com Donated an Ergobaby Baby Carrier to the Lending Library |
![]() www.grapeapetattoo.com $100 gift certificate |
![]() One-of-a-kind 8.5×11″ print desert print with mama & baby javelinas |
![]() hikeitbaby.com |
![]() Driver: Brad Williams |
![]() www.facebook.com/groups/1053327464760142/ Percentage Event |
![]() www.homedepot.com Ryobi 18v Cordless Drill/Driver Kit ($99 value) |
![]() laurenkringwraps.myitworks.com Gift certificate for a wrap session and cleanse |
![]() www.marriott.com Gift certificate for a Two Night Resort Stay ($875 value) |
![]() www.kimberlyfyffephotography.com Gift certificate for an on-location family/couple photo shoot ($500 value)and percentage donation (50% of sales) from the IBW photography sessions |
![]() www.laffstucson.com 4 gift certificates for 2 free admissions |
![]() www.littlebirdnestingco.com 2 gift certificates and small toys and muslin blanket -OR- a Tula/LilleBaby (depending on inventory) |
![]() loftcinema.com 6 Free Admission Passes and 6 Popcorn Vouchers ($96 value) |
![]() www.facebook.com/groups/ashleyslularoevip Gift certificate for 3 pairs of free leggings in any size |
![]() www.facebook.com/groups/BlairesLLR $100 gift certificate |
![]() facebook.com/groups/lularoesabrinaforbesvip Percentage Event and Gift certificate for free skirt or dress |
![]() www.facebook.com/LullabyLinks Lullaby Links babywearing charm |
![]() www.marykay.com/tvavala Mommy Pampering Spa Gift Basket ($150 value) |
![]() www.mildredanddildred.com Teething necklace and growth chart ($48 value) |
![]() www.mindfulbirthtucson.com 3 books: The Awakened Family, Mindful Birthing, and Peaceful Piggy Meditation |
![]() www.facebook.com/nature28000/ |
![]() www.mygym.com/tucson |
Ocotillo Creation www.etsy.com/shop/OcotilloCreations Newborn sized “boobie” hats, an adult scarf, and a designer hat |
![]() shopmyplexus.com/paigep/ Gift certificate |
![]() www.facebook.com/nataliepinchanddash Dino tail and Gift Basket |
![]() www.pionicpizza.com Percentage donation (15% of sales) from the IBW percentage night |
![]() www.playformancetucson.com $50 gift certificate, youth t-shirt, socks |
![]() www.facebook.com/pleasereadonemore Six pack of books and wipe clean activity cards |
![]() www.pumpitupparty.com/tucson-az/ 6 gift certificates for open jump time |
![]() reidparkzoo.org |
![]() www.reproductionsinc.com |
![]() www.roadhousecinemas.com Two gift certificates for free admission and popcorn |
![]() melaniejohnston.myrandf.com Gift certificate, mini facial and skincare product ($50 value) |
![]() runningshopaz.com $25 gift certificate |
![]() www.rusticcandle.net $25 gift certificate |
![]() www.sew-hip.com Gift certificate for Sewing Machine Basics class (or $35 towards another class) and a handmade key lanyard |
![]() www.skybartucson.com Gift certificates for three free lattes |
![]() www.facebook.com/sweetpeetlettering Hand-painted Canvas with babywearing theme ʺClose Enough to Kissʺ |
Taylor Mitchell Photography www.facebook.com/taymitchphoto/ Percentage donation (50% of sales) from the IBW photography sessions |
![]() www.mythirtyone.com/jesswest31 Large Utility Tote and On-Snap Bin |
![]() tinkergarten.com |
![]() www.facebook.com/TopKnotMediaUSA Web site & graphic design work Gift certificate for artistic digital logo (including design) ($75 value) |
![]() www.traderjoes.com Gift basket ($25 value) |
![]() www.facebook.com/TraditionalStarter/ Gift certificate |
![]() http://www.tucsonaz.gov/fire |
![]() tucsonwaldorf.org Handmade Camden Rose doll made in Peru from Peruvian cotton and wool and a baby-doll wearing sling for toddlers or younger children |
![]() www.facebook.com/WilsonsKettleCornAz/ Percentage event |
![]() www.wisdomwithinbirth.com |
![]() www.facebook.com/yogabeginningstucson Percentage event |
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