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2012 Speaking Events

 

 

 

Saturday March 3, 2012

Time: 11am - 4 PM

Topic: Women and Money

Location: Astoria Resort Retirement Home
2245 Kelly ave, Port Coquitlam

Presenters: Bart Aldrich, Notary Public and John Wolff, Financial Advisor

Visit the Good Riddance/ Practically Daughters sponsorship table.

 

 

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Wednesday February 8, 2012

Topic: The Upside of Downsizing: Turn Clutter into Cash!

Location: Richmond School District Conventions

(Private Event)

 

 

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Saturday, January 21, 2012

Time: 2-4 PM

FREE MUSICAL REVU - CLUTTERMANIA

Start your New Year off with some fun and laughter! Don't let clutter get in your way of a better life.

Presenting "Cluttermania" the only musical that explores the unusual relationships we have with our "stuff". Starring: Dust Bunny and the Mavens of Mess.

We guarantee to entertain! You'll have a chance to speak to our team of transition experts at the pre-show trade show. Considering a move, curious about the value of your home treasures or need some expert advice and support with your clutter we can help. Lots of free parking, uplifting entertainment and light refreshments.

Call or email to reserve your seat as it's guaranteed to be a sellout.

Download the poster here: Cluttermania.PDF

Phone: 604.421.5952
Email:
goodriddance@shaw.ca


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January 10, 2012

Time: 7:00 PM

West Vancouver Public Library
Conquer Clutter:

1950 Marine Dr  West Vancouver, BC

The book Good Riddance: Showing Clutter the Door answers the question: is it possible to lose 25 years of clutter with utter glee? It is when you surrender your CRUD (Completely Ridiculous Unworthy Debris,) according to know-it-all professional organizers Heather Knittel and Susan Borax. Short of an actual intervention, their book Good Riddance: Showing Clutter the Door, identifies the top 100 house-cluttering culprits most deserving of eviction, and how to send them packing.

Meet Susan and Heather and get your copy autographed!

 

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2011 Speaking Events

 

December 10

Time: 11:30-1:00PM

Amica at Mayfair
The Upside of Downsizing:

2267 Kelly Avenue, Port Coquitlam, BC.
Call 604-552-5552.

Seating is limited. Call 604-552-5552.

Join us for a very informative and interactive seminar on how to make room for living well at any stage of your life. Learn tips from Downsizing Solution professionals from Good Riddance. Lunch and refreshments also provided.

 

December 1

Time: 2:30-3:30 PM

Amica and Rideau Manor
Getting Organized for the Holidays:

1850 Rosser Avenue, Burnaby, BC
Call 604.291.1792

People put a lot of unnecessary pressure on themselves by spending too much money, making their homes perfect and trying to do it all without asking for help. Expectations are very high. This leads to stress, rather than celebration. Susan will be sharing tips on how to make the holidays more fun by remembering it is about the experience. She will cover shopping, entertaining and downsizing your clutter.

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November 2

Time: 6:30 PM to 8:30PM

Caring for Your Parents Seminar:
Sponsored by Home Instead Senior Care.

Glen Pine Pavillion
1200 Glen Pine Court Coquitlam, BC

Please register by calling: 604-927-6945

Are you concerned about caring for aging loved ones?
JOIN US FOR A FREE SEMINAR!

Panel:

Sharon Scramstad - When Seniors Say "NO" to help
Heather Holden - Financial Planning
Stephanie Chan - Levels of Senior Care Facilities, and When it's time to move
Susan Borax - Danger of Clutter, and Downsizing
Kerri Martins - POA, Representation Agreements, and Wills
Angeline Toscano - Craving Companionship

Download the poster here: Caring for Your Parents.PDF

 

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October 15

Time: 10 AM to 12PM

SHREDDING EVENT:

Seniors can take advantage of FREE document shredding and cardboard disposal. Registration is required at Glen Pine Pavilion, either in person or by phoning 604-927-6945.

If you are not sure what to bring for disposal, join us for an information session on Friday, Oct. 14, 2011 at 10:00 am at Glen Pine Pavilion, 1200 Glen Pine Court, Coquitlam.

Download a poster here: Shredding Event Oct 15th 2011.PDF

 

October 13

Time: 7 PM to 8:30PM

Coquitlam Library Showing Clutter the Door:

Coquitlam Public Library hosts organization experts Heather Knittel and Susan Borax for a workshop called Good Riddance: Showing Clutter the Door,

Poirier Branch, 575 Poirier St.

The pair will identify the top 100 house-cluttering culprits and how to send them packing. Program is free, but registration is required because space is limited. For information, contact the library at 604-937-4155

 

October 3

Time: 7:30 PM

Vancouver Public Library- Showing Clutter the Door:

Alma VanDusen Room, Lower Level
Central Library
350 West Georgia Street

Good Riddance: Showing Clutter the Door answers the question: is it possible to lose 25 years of clutter with utter glee? It is when you surrender your CRUD (completely ridiculous unworthy debris,) according to know-it-all professional organizers Heather Knittel and Susan Borax. Short of an actual intervention, their book Good Riddance: Showing Clutter the Door identifies the top 100 house-cluttering culprits most deserving of eviction, and how to send them packing. Meet Susan and Heather and get your copy autographed!

Vancouver Public Library Information:

 


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September 28

Time: 1 PM to 3:30 PM

Seniors Heath Fair- Amica and Rideau Manor:

1850 Rosser Avenue, Burnaby Call 604.291.1792

 

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July 10

Time: 10 AM to 3 PM

We will be performing "Cluttermania"

Featuring Dust Bunny and the Mavens of Mess, Cluttermania investigates why we seem to be powerless to part with our stuff!!! The next time you are faced with organizing that towering mountain of paper or that atrocity of a basement, you will be inspired and armed with memories from this light-hearted and comical musical revue.

Location:
Nikkei Heritage Society in Burnaby.
Suite 100, 6688 Southoaks Cres, Burnaby
Tel. (604) 777-7000

For more information and to register for the performance please visit our guest list here:
http://guestlistapp.com/events/6036


July 10

Time: 11:30 AM

The Upside of Downsizing

Amica at Mayfair 2267 Kelly Ave.
Port Coquitlam, BC, V3C 6N4
Tel.(604) 552 5552

Join experts Susan Borax and Heather Knittel from Good Riddance, Professional Organizing Solutions. Their entertaining presentation is packed with vital information on how to make the transition to a smaller place, decluttering and simplifying your living space smooth and
stress-free.‎

 

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June 25

Time: 1:30 PM

Moving Mom and Dad

Astoria Retirement Living
Kelly Ave, Port Coquitlam
604 998 1616- Contact Terez

http://www.astorialiving.ca/p/independent_living/active_adult_living_communities_pc/port-coquitlam-bc-V3C%200B1/the-astoria-2710

 

June 22

Time: 7PM

Downsizing & Organizing Solutions"

Guest Speakers: Susan Borax
Practically Daughters, a Division of Good Riddance
Authors of "Good Riddance: Showing Clutter to the Door"

Location: The Poppy Recreation Building
5291 GRIMMER STREET, BURNABY B.C

Please RSVP to Eve Silverman, 604.568.5563
THE POPPY RESIDENCES | RETIREMENT LIVING FOR SENIORS

 

June 18

Time: 1PM to 4 PM

Book signing at Chapters

Location: CHAPTERS: 2991 Lougheed Highway, Coquitlam, BC
Tel.(604) 464-2558

 

June 17

Time: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM, FREE
Dogwood Pavilion, Coquitlam

Breaking Point - Get Rid of the Clutter

Find out the steps you need to take so that you can help yourself or your loved ones to clear the clutter from their homes. A lifetime of possessions combined with stacks of magazines, newspapers and financial statements can easily overwhelm us - and put us at risk for fires, falls and infestations. We will be providing your members with expert information that will help identify problem areas and eliminate potential health and safety hazards. Presented by Home Instead and Good Riddance.

 

June 7

Time: 10AM - 5PM

Burnaby Seniors' Interagency Society's Burnaby Seniors' Interagency Society's

HEALTHY AGING FAIR

Lougheed Town Centre,
BurnabyFind out about all of the seniors services and resources in our community. Over 30 booths showcasing products and services. Prize draws and free give-a-ways! Music, comedy & a fashion show. Good Riddance will be one of many exhibitors participating.

 

June 4

Saturday June 4th, 12 noon to 3 pm
Blackberry Books, Net Loft Granville Island

Good Riddance: Showing Clutter the Door Book Signing

Good Riddance: Showing Clutter the Door answers the question: is it possible to lose 25 years of clutter with utter glee? It is when you surrender your CRUD (completely ridiculous unworthy debris,) according to know-it-all professional organizers Heather Knittel and Susan Borax. Short of an actual intervention, their book Good Riddance: Showing Clutter the Door identifies the top 100 house-cluttering culprits most deserving of eviction, and how to send them packing. Meet Susan and Heather and get your copy autographed!

http://www.bbooks.ca/NEW%20Upcoming%20Events.html

 

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May 26

Coquitlam Library, Workschop

Coquitlam Public Library hosts organization experts Heather Knittel and Susan Borax for a workshop called Good Riddance: Showing Clutter the Door, from 7 to 8:30 p.m. at the Poirier Branch, 575 Poirier St. The pair will identify the top 100 house-cluttering culprits and how to send them packing. Program is free, but registration is required because space is limited. For information, contact the library at 604-937-4155.

Read more: http://www.thenownews.com/health/Bulletin+Board/4815563/story.html#ixzz1N1L9bsRf

 

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April 29, 30 and May 1, 2011

Ridge Meadows Home Show:

Good Riddance will be at booth 67 at the Ridge Meadows Home Show April 29, 30 and May 1, as part of the Benjamin Moore Design Center. They will be featured on the stage on Saturday and Sunday. For detaild vsit: www.ridgemeadowshomeshow.com

 

April 9th & 10th, 2011

Tri-Cities Home Expo:

Susan and Heather will be speaking and doing book signings at the Tri-Cities Home Expo.
For detaild vsit: www.homeshowtime.com/events/events_details.asp?evID=113

 

April 4, 2011
Time:  7 PM

The Real View: A Forum for Women's Financial Independence

A panel of local professional women discuss various ways that women can take charge
of their finances to realize their dreams.
See the full POSTER

Tickets $10 - Available at the Evergreen Cultural Centre Box Office.
Refersements will be served.

1205 Pinetree Way, Coquitlam
Phone: 604-927-6550

 

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February 20, 2011
Time:  2 PM

The Upside of Downsizing

Amica at Rideau Manor
1850 Rosser Ave. Burnaby, BC, V5C 5E1
Phone: 604-291-1792

Join experts ,Susan Borax  from Good Riddance, Professional Organizing Solutions And Nargis Kakar from Sutton Realty. Their entertaining presentation is packed with vital information on how to make the transition to a smaller place.

 

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January 13, 2011

Time:  1 PM

The Upside of Downsizing
Century House Health Drop-In, Century House

620 Eighth Street
Phone: 604-519-1066 begin_of_the_skype_highlighting              

Join experts Susan Borax and Heather Knittel from Good Riddance, Professional Organizing Solutions. Their entertaining presentation is packed with vital information on how to make the transition to a smaller place, de-cluttering and simplifying your living space smooth and stress-free.

 

January 5, 2011
Good Riddance -- Bringing in the New and Clearing Out the Old

Time: 7:30 PM
Info: 604-987-6959

Learn about getting rid of clutter and creating effective organized solutions, Wednesday, Jan. 5, mingling at 6:30 p.m. and speaker at 7 p.m. at John Braithwaite Community Centre, 145 West First St., North Vancouver.  Presented by the Canadian Mental Health Association.  Admission by donation.

 

January 4th 2011
Studio 4 with Fanny Kiefer/ SHAW Cable
Time: 9AM, 1PM, 4PM, 9PM

Susan and Heather will be Fanny’s guests discussing Good Riddance: Showing Clutter the Door

 

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2010 Speaking Events


November 29, 2010
Professional Women's Network Annual Trade Show Pre-Christmas Social & Shopping
Time: 5:00 - 7:30 PM
Cost: $25.00

Offices of Fasken Martineau
#550 - 2900 Burrard St., Vancouver

Register by November 26th HERE

Please send payment to Hayley Renfrew c/o Fasken Martineau 2900-550 Burrard Street,
Vancouver, BC, V6C 0A3 


November 25 2010

A Leopard Can Change Its Spots
Time: 12:15PM
The Arbutus Club
2001 Nanton Avenue
Vancouver, BC

 

November 18, 2010
Girls Night Out with Benefits
Time: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
3444 St. Kilda Avenue, N. Vancouver

$5.00 Admission - Sip wine, nibble treats and shop from local artists, jewelers & crafters

Take part in an incredible list of silent auction items.  Proceeds to Weekend to End Women's Cancer 2011 through team "Kickin' Cancer through Creativity".

 

November 18, 2010
Holiday Shopping Extravaganza
Time: 6 - 11 PM
Heritage Hall - 3102 Main St. Vancouver

Wine & beer cash bar - fashion show & shopping.

We will be selling our book at the *Harmony Active Wear* table  with thanks to our wonderful colleague Debbie Burnstein.

 

November 15, 2010
Breaking Point Series
Clutter: Happy Memories or Household Hazards
Time: 9:30-1130 AM

Good Riddance, Home Instead Senior Care, Belvedere Care Centre and Klear Out recyclin
Dogwood Pavillion,
Coquitlam, BC

 

November 2, 2010
Moving Up & Out
Time: 7:00 pm
Kerrisdale Senior Centre

5670 East Boulevard
Vancouver, BC V6M 3V2
Registration a must!
To register call the Kerridale Community Centre at (604) 257-8100

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October 21st, 2010
Less is More-Getting Organized
Presented by Burnaby Seniors Interagency Society
Time: 1PM
Edmonds Senior Center
7282 Kingsway,
Burnaby BC
Call: (604) 294-7980

October 2, 2010
Breaking Point Shredding Event
Time: 8 AM to 1 PM
Glen Pine Senior Centre
Coquitlam BC

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September 27, 2010
Surviving in Small Spaces
Time: 1:00 PM
WHO- Glen Pine Senior Centre
Coquitlam BC

September 25, 2010
Cluttermania!
Time: 2:00 PM
Amica at Arbutus Manor
2125 Eddington Drive
Vancouver, BC
(604) 736-8936

September 16, 2010
How to Pack
Time: 10:30 AM- 12:00 PM
Dogwood Pavilion Travel Club
Coquitlam BC

September 15, 2010
Surviving in Small Spaces
Time: 10:00 AM
WHO- Dogwood Pavillion
Coquitlam, BC

September 13, 2010
Lunch 'n' Learn: Downsizing and De-cluttering
Time: 11:45am-1:15pm
Tel: 604-987-5820

Mollie Nye House
940 Lynn Valley Rd.
North Vancouver, BC, V7J 1Z7
E-mail: lynnvalleyseniors@gmail.com

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August 19th, 2010
The Upside of Downsizing
Time: 2:00 PM
Tel: 604-291-1792

Amica at Rideau Manor
1850 Rosser Ave. Burnaby, BC, V5C 5E1

Join experts Susan Borax and Heather Knittel from Good Riddance, Professional Organizing Solutions. Their entertaining presentation is packed with vital information on how to make the transition to a smaller place, decluttering and simplifying your living space smooth and
stress-free.

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July 15th, 2010
Breaking Point Series
Time: 9:30-1130 AM

Glen Pine Pavilion
1200 Glen Pine Court
Coquitlam, BC

Clutter: Happy Memories or Household Hazards
Join Good Riddance, Home Instead Senior Care, Belvedere Care Centre and Klear Out recycling for great suggestions on keeping clutter under control and home environments safe

 

Wednesday, July 14th, 2010
The Upside to Downsizing
Time: 2:00 pm to 3:00 pm
Tel. 604-921-9181

Amica at West Vancouver,
A Wellness & Vitality™ Residence
659 Clyde Avenue
West Vancouver, BC V7T 1C8

 

Join experts Susan Borax and Heather Knittel from Good Riddance, Professional Organizing Solutions. Their entertaining presentation is packed with vital information on how to make the transition to a smaller place, decluttering and simplifying your living space smooth and
stress-free.

 

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May 18th 2010

Moving Up & Out
Kerrisdale Senior Centre
Time: 3:30 - 5:00 pm
Registration a must!

Join Good Riddance along with other professionals including an estate planner, realtor, mortgage broker and home support coordinator for this informative *FREE* hour and a half presentation on housing transitions for seniors and their families.

If you are a senior who wants to move but are unsure of your alternatives and what kind of assistance is available to you, then this is for you!

To register call the Kerridale Community Centre at (604) 257-8100.

Thursday, June 3rd
SHEhasHOPE
Pacific Inn Resort Hotel
Time: 6:00 - 9:00 pm

Join Good Riddance as we organize the clothing swap in support Angel Wings for the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation BC Yukon Chapter.

$40.00 per person
Tickets available at: She Financial Group.

April 10 2010
Burnaby Caregiver’s Support Resource Fair
Leaving the Family Home: Supporting Your Aging Parents’ Transition
Bonsor Recreation Center

March 11, 2010
Emily Carr Institute Interdisciplinary Forum
DeCluttering

March 4 2010
ICBC Lunch and Learn
DeClutter and Lose Weight

March 3 2010
Misbehaving Woman of the Year Awards
Clothing Swap Fundraiser for Avalon Women’s Center
Heritage Hall, 3201 Main Street, Vancouver
Sponsored by Zoey Ryan:
Positively Outrageous Women

January 29th, 2010 6 PM
Community Celebration – Maple Ridge
Albion Hall, 10017 - 240 Street
Maple Ridge, BC
Sponsored by Mark Stevens, Remax Results Realty

 

 

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2009 Speaking Events

 

November 20
Cluttermania! Performance
Dogwood Pavilion - Pub Night
Coquitlam, BC

November 19
Downsizing for Aging in Place
Cameron Recreation Center
Burnaby

October 27 and 28th
Health & Wellness Fair at WorkSafeBC
Richmond

October 22
Cluttermania! Performance
Benefit for PAWS
Hilton Hotel, Burnaby

October 18
Moving Mom and Dad
Canadian Re-Designers Association Conference (Private function)
Vancouver, BC

October 15-18
BC Home and Interior Design Show
Booth 1670 Professional Organizers in Canada
BC Place, Vancouver

October 13
A Leopard Can Change Its Spots- Getting Organized
EVAW-Share, Port Moody (Private function)

October 7
Presentation: Downsizing and Selling Your Home
Brentwood Town Centre – Seniors Harvest Fair–
4567 Lougheed Hwy, Burnaby
Time: 9AM-9PM

Sept 22
From Employee to Independent Business Owner
CWC-AFC (private function)
Vancouver

Sept 20
Cluttermania! Performance
Harmony Court Estate
7797 Canada Way, Burnaby
604-527-3330
Time: 2:30 PM

June 19
Cluttermania Performance
The Stroke & Recovery Association of BC – Coquitlam
Dogwood Pavilion
Time: 11am – 2pm

June 4
Clothing Swap
She Financial Group – Breast Cancer Fundraiser
For more information click here http://www.shefinancialgroup.com/events.htm
Time: 6:30 – 9pm

May 20
Meet members of our HomeSWAT Team
Burnaby Board of Trade
Business Creating Business Tradeshow
Hilton Vancouver Metrotown, located at 6083 McKay Avenue
Time: 4 – 8 pm

May 13
Presentation:  When it’s Time to Move Mom and Dad
Arthritis Foundation
Confederation Seniors Centre
4595 Albert Street, Burnaby
Time: 1:45 – 3pm

May 6
Presentation:  When it’s Time to Move Mom and Dad
Seniors Resource Society – Chilliwack
Time: 1 – 2:30 pm

April 23
Participating in Health Fair
Curtis Health Fair Trade Show
Broadway Tech Park
Time: TBD

April 22
Cluttermania Performance
New Vista Society – Burnaby (Private function)
Time: Evening

April 21
Presentation:  Supporting Your Aging Parents Through Their Housing Transition
City of Burnaby
Time: Noon – 1pm

April 21
City of Burnaby Lunch and Learn

Leaving the Family Home: Supporting Your Aging Parents’ Transition
Time: 11:30 AM

April 4
Burnaby Caregiver’s Support Resource Fair

Leaving the Family Home: Supporting Your Aging Parents’ Transition
Bonsor Recreation Center
Download the: Caregivers Info Fair Flyer.PDF
Time: 10 AM -2 PM

February 18
Crescent Beach Community Services

Surviving in Small Spaces
Semiot Center, 2496 McBride
Register: Carol Ann Shannon 604 535 0015
$6 include lunch
Time: 11:30 AM

February 7
Blue Mountain Quilters’ Guild

Enter is Quilting Room at Your Own Risk
Wilson Center, Port Coquitlam, BC
The ultimate makeover for women who love fabric too much!
Time: 7:00 PM


 

 

 

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