July Announcements

Happy summer MOPS families! By now you're probably in full summer-swing and we hope you're digging the long summer days with your little ones.  We have some great activities planned for the month of July.  Happy Independence Day and we hope to see you out this month!

Every Wednesday is "Kiddin' Around" from 9 - 11am at the Westgate Church playground.  Each week  will have different activities/crafts planned, so pack a lunch and sunscreen and join in!

Thursday, July 11th Play Date at The Duck Pond, hosted by Lauren Sharkey. (Held at GateWay City Church) 5884 Eden Park Place, San Jose, CA 95138

• It is open from 9-12noon. Lauren will be there around 9:30. They have snacks and indoor open play time, play dough, a craft, and some music time at the end.
• $5 per child
• As of June 27th, there is a Groupon for $12 for 5 visits but there's no telling how long offer will last!

Friday, July 19th Play Date at Oak Meadow Park and Billy Jones Wildcat Railway Los Gatos from 10:30am - 1:30pm, Hosted by Elisa Bowe.  Please RSVP here.

Monday, July 22nd Mom's Night Out at Lori Dabak's place from 6:45 - 9:00 pm

• Bring an appetizer or dessert to share and hang out on the patio. Lori will be making Sangria and ice tea. Feel free to bring a friend!  RSVP here by July 20th and share what you are bringing.
• Carpooling is a great idea due to traffic!

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Announcing new babies and opportunities for YOU to help our MOPS families during those first few weeks of adjusting to life with a new little one!

Kate Jones welcomed Nathan Bradley on June 22nd.  Meal registry here: http://mealbaby.com/viewregistry/16380225

Kristy Espinoza welcomed Jorge Ramon on June 13th.  Meal registry here: http://www.takethemameal.com/meals.php?t=NSRB6044

Chelsea Brit welcomed Austin on May 31st. Last week for meals!: http://mealbaby.com/viewregistry/16328900

Jill Cox welcomed Henry Paul on June 6th.

Cari Michel welcomed Harper Marlowe on June 4th.

*Do you know somebody who could benefit from a meal?  Email westgatemops@gmail.com and let us support them!

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MOPS Kick Off Meeting will be Friday, September 20th

Save the date! Our Fall semester for the 2013-2014 season begins Friday, September 20th. Details for this and more are updated regularly on our MOPS Calendar.

Keep in touch this summer!

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