December Meeting

Our one and only meeting this month is next Tuesday, Dec. 8th and the December meeting is always special so I hope you all can make it!

Christmas Activities

Live Nativity Petty Zoo is at Christ the Servant @ 2 South Pecos Rd...just north of the 215 exit on the East side. It is on Dec 6, from 10:30 to 12:30.

Also if you're looking for some free Christmas themed activities to do with your little ones on the weekends here are a few ideas:

Bass Pro Shops has a Winter Workshop every weekend and all the games & activities are free! Children can also write a letter to and have their picture taken with Santa. Log on to: http://www.basspro.com for more information.

Lowes has a Build & Grow Clinic every Saturday and this weekends craft is a wooden Gingerbread House. I think you have to sign up ahead of time so call or check out their website for more info.

Don't forget the Boulder City Parade is this Saturday!

Twas the month before Christmas

I received this via email and it was too good to not share with everyone.

Twas the month before Christmas*

*When all through our land,*

*Not a Christian was praying*

*Nor taking a stand.*

*See the PC Police had taken away,*

*The reason for Christmas - no one could say.*

*The children were told by their schools not to sing,*

*About Shepherds and Wise Men and Angels and things.*

*It might hurt people's feelings, the teachers would say*

* December 25th is just a ' Holiday '.*

*Yet the shoppers were ready with cash, checks and credit*

*Pushing folks down to the floor just to get it!*

*CDs from Madonna, an X BOX, an I-pod*

*Something was changing, something quite odd! *

*Retailers promoted Ramadan and Kwanzaa*

*In hopes to sell books by Franken & Fonda.*

*As Targets were hanging their trees upside down*

* At Lowe's the word Christmas - was no where to be found.*

*At K-Mart and Staples and Penny's and Sears*

*You won't hear the word Christmas; it won't touch your ears.*

*Inclusive, sensitive, Di-ver-is-ty*

*Are words that were used to intimidate me.*

*Now Daschle, Now Darden, Now Sharpton, Wolf Blitzen*

*On Boxer, on Rather, on Kerry, on Clinton !*

*At the top of the Senate, there arose such a clatter*

*To eliminate Jesus, in all public matter.*

*And we spoke not a word, as they took away our faith*

* Forbidden to speak of salvation and grace*

*The true Gift of Christmas was exchanged and discarded*

*The reason for the season, stopped before it started.*

*So as you celebrate 'Winter Break' under your 'Dream Tree'*

*Sipping your Starbucks, listen to me.*

*Choose your words carefully, choose what you say*

*Shout MERRY CHRISTMAS , Not Happy Holiday !*

Please, all Christians join together and Wish everyone you meet during the Holidays a MERRY CHRISTMAS Christ is The Reason¢ for the Christ-mas Season!

Tues Nov. 24th Meeting

Don't forget to bring a baby picture of yourself (between ages 1-3) to our next meeting. Put it in an envelope so no one sees it because they will be used in a game. Also, for our baking craft you need to bring a peeler for the apples and either a pie tin or a small square pan. And last but not least-bring your favorite holiday recipe!

Shoe Box

If you or your discussion group is thinking about filling a shoe box for a child here is the link to the website with information and guidelines: www.samaritanspurse.org

See you all on Tuesday!

Halloween Fun in BC

Hey moms! Just wanted to let you know about a few community events going on tomorrow for Halloween.

The Boulder City Youth Pastor's Assoc is hosting a Family Halloween Festival at the BC Library Amphitheater from 5-8:00pm. There will be live music, trunk-or-treat, carnival games & skits.

Chamber Movies in the Park is hosting Halloween Family Fun Night at Veterans Park-Pratt Field. Trunk-or-Treat begins at 7:00 and Casper the Friendly Ghost will be shown at 8:00. For more details you can call the Chamber at 293-2034.

Thank you Kari Danko for the suggestion of posting these events! Hope you all have a great weekend!

Correction!

Kari's address is 503 Aaron Way not 507.

Playgroup & Moms Night Out

Tuesdays playgroup will be at Kari Danko's house. Her address is 507 Aaron Way & Kari's phone number is 373-0620. Feel free to call her for directions.

Our monthly moms night out will be Wednesday Nov.4th, 7pm @ Starbucks. The MOPS Steering team purchased a Starbucks gift card to buy a drink for anyone who can't splurge during these difficult times.

Hope you all have a fun and safe Halloween!

Halloween Costumes

Don't forget: if you have any Halloween costumes you won't be using this year you can bring them to the next meeting for a costume exchange!

Halloween Costumes

Hey Moms! If you have any outgrown or just done with costumes that you are willing to share with other moms you can bring them to our next two meetings. Thanks!

Oct. 13th Meeting

At Tuesdays meeting we will be joined by Dr. Huxford who will talk to us about our children's dental needs. There will be time for Q & A so if you have anything you'd like to ask please email Arleen before the meeting. Hope to see you all there!

Moms Night Out!

Our first Moms Night Out of the year is this Friday, Oct. 2nd, 7:00 @ Starbucks. Moms Night Out will always be the first week of the month, normally on Wednesday, but this week it's Friday b/c of the soccer schedule. It will always be at Starbucks and don't let your finances keep you from coming! If you can't afford a drink a member of the steering team will use MOPS funds to buy one for you! We all struggle at times so don't be afraid to speak up.

I'd also like to thank Lisa for all the wonderful food and tips on cooking today!!

Sept 29th Meeting

Our next MOPS meeting is this Tuesday, Sept. 29th. Get ready for some great cooking tips (I know I can use all I can get!) Remember it's not too late to bring a friend!

Sept. 22nd Playgroup

MOPS got off to a great start this year and I'd like to thank all the ladies on the Steering Team that made it possible! Awesome job! Our first playgroup will be at Veteran's Memorial Park. Most moms tend to show up closer to 9:30 so don't rush!

First Meeting

Just a reminder that our first meeting of the year is this Tues, Sept. 15th. Bring a friend!

Back to School!

Hey there moms! I hope everyone had a successful back to school or first day of school! Back to school also means a new year for MOPS! Our theme this year is Together on Planet MOM and our first meeting is Sept. 15th. Spread the word and bring a friend!

Don't Forget!

Kristin Estes is hosting an end of the year pool party next Tuesday, August 18th! Come any time from 9:30-12:00. 1437 San Felipe.

End of the Summer Playgroup

Kristin Estes is going to host an end of the summer swim party on AUGUST 18TH! Here's the info:

Let's have a pool party to celebrate the last playgroup with school-aged siblings! :) All are welcome, whether you have only little ones or bigger ones too. Our pool has a small wading pool attached to the deeper one, so there's a place for all ages! We also have a fun basement to play in if swimming's not your thing. Invite a friend who might be interested in MOPS! We'll see you at 1437 San Felipe Drive between 9:30 - 12:00!Call Kristin if you have questions: 293-6758

Yard Sale

Hello moms! I hope everyone is having a great summer! Don't forget we are still meeting for playgroup on Tuesday mornings at Veteran's park (unless someone would like to volunteer another location!)

Tiffany Patton is having a yard sale this weekend--here are the details!

547 Bender Ct in Boulder City (turn right on Dreamcatcher, off Adams)
Friday July 17th and Saturday July 18th
7 a.m. until 1 p.m.
Tons of baby and kids toys, clothing and supplies
Pampered Chef stuff
Games
Clothing

Summer Playgroups

Now that it's hot playgroup will be at Veteran's water park unless otherwise noted. Hope everyone is having a great summer!