Kiddin' Around is back this summer!

We want to let you know that Kiddin' Around--a standing play date on the WestGate Campus--starts up again this summer TOMORROW, Friday, June 13th, from 9:30-11:30am on the WestGate playground!

After this week, Kiddin' Around will be held every Thursday throughout the summer. For details contact Aurelia Garcia at aurelia202@yahoo.com.

* For children up to 6 years old

* Arts, crafts, discovery and more!

* Bring lunch/snack and a change of clothes for messy days.

* Invite your friends!

Moms Summer Break: Don't miss out!

Is your kid's summer break breaking you??

We're hosting 5 Fridays this summer where kids can be dropped off from 9am-12noon and YOU get a few hours to yourself! Open to current WestGate MOPS moms only at this time.

Dates are:
June 27
July 11
July 25
August 8
August 22

You MUST register with Faith Hines at fhines@westgatechurch.org. Registration forms and payment due on the first Friday, June 27th. (See registration form below.)

There are TWO payment options:

Option 1: Pay in advance for 5 Fridays. 1 kid $45, 2 kids $85, 3 or more kids $125. Payment due by Friday, June 27.
Option 2: Pay as you go, $10 per child, spot not guaranteed.
After the first session, there will be no break in cost for multiple children.

Alternatives for moms who missed our registration deadline

While our registration is now closed, we've made a list of alternatives for moms looking to connect and we will continue to update it as opportunities arise. In the meanwhile, we welcome you to join the conversation on our Facebook page and meet up for some of the activities outside of our Friday meetings.

Registration for the Fall 2014 Semester will be announced soon.

August Announcements

Here are our last-of-the-summer happenings...we hope to catch you out & about, taking advantage of all that summer has to offer! 

Two Wednesdays left for "Kiddin' Around" at the Westgate Church playground.  Join us August 7th and 14th from 9 - 11am.  Each week will have different activities/crafts planned, so pack a lunch and sunscreen and join in!

Thursday, August 8th Mom's Night Out at Liz Ditty's house: "Martinis & Manicures" @ 7:30PM, 2485 Stokes Street, San Jose CA 95128.

• Come escape for a Mom's Night Out you don't want to miss!  Enjoy dinner with your family and then duck out for some girl time. A great chance to meet some moms, enjoy adult conversation, and take a moment to give yourself a manicure or pedicure!  Martinis & basic mani/pedi supplies will be on hand.  You can bring a favorite nail color or nail tools and/or a snack to share- but hey, if it's been "one of those weeks" (we've all been there) just bring yourself to take a breath and relax.
• Please RSVP via Evite, to be posted on our blog calendar and Facebook.

Tuesday, August 13th "Just Dance Free Mommy & Me" from 10am-12pm at Santana Row, hosted by Rebecca Taylor.

• Join Rebecca, Audrey, & Baby Amelia for a morning full of fun moving and grooving (and maybe even a little window shopping). Rebecca will have her MOPS bag with her and likely be sporting a Baby Bjorn with infant inside!  Details can be found here: http://www.santanarow.com/events/mommy_events/

Thursday, August 15th has been named "Play Date Day" by MOPS International.  This is an opportunity for you to reach out to another mom, get together, and enjoy the day with kids in tow.  It's also a great way to share with others about MOPS and invite them to our Kick Off Meeting on Friday, September 20th. Be sure to post photos of your play dates on our  Facebook page!

Saturday, August 24th will be our last Family Potluck & BBQ of the season hosted by Christine Millar.  Join us from 4-8PM at the Millars place, 1132 Lovell Ave, Campbell, CA 95008

• We're calling the whole family--dads, moms, and kids!--to enjoy an evening together before MOPS ramps up and Fall is underway.  The Millar family will provide hotdogs and hamburgers; you may include in your RSVP the dish you'll bring.
• Please RSVP via Evite, to be posted on our blog calendar and Facebook.

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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!

Follow us by entering your email address on our blog and receive an email when we post new announcements.  Also connect with us on our Facebook page.

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Having a baby? Recovering from surgery? If you or someone you know could benefit from a meal, contact Naiomi Evans or email westgatemops@gmail.com and let us set up a meal registry for them!

Last Minute Change to Monday's MNO (Mom's Night Out)!

MONDAY 11:00AM UPDATE!: This event is cancelled for tonight due to unforeseen illness on the part of our hostess.  We will reschedule at a later date.  Sorry for the inconvenience of last minute changes.  Pray for both Liz and Lori (separate issues, but both unable to host tonight) and know that we will be super-excited to have an MNO in a few weeks!

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We want to make sure that everyone's in the loop for Monday night's last minute change.   Details are:

MNO: Martinis & Manicures
Monday, July 22 7:30pm
Liz Ditty's house: 2485 Stokes Street, San Jose CA 95128

Hey Girls!

Come escape for a last minute Mom's Night Out! Enjoy dinner with your family and then duck out for some girl time. A great chance to meet some moms, enjoy adult conversation, and take a moment to give yourself a manicure or pedicure! Martinis & basic mani/pedi supplies will be on hand. You can bring a favorite nail color or nail tools and/or a snack to share- but hey, if it's been "one of those weeks" (we've all been there) just bring yourself to take a breath and relax.

Hope you can make it!

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!

Follow us by entering your email address on our blog and receive an email when we post new announcements.  Also connect with us on our Facebook page.

Plunge Into Summer!

Check out our summer edition newsletter, featuring business ads from moms in our group!

Miss Patty Cake Concert & Workshop

Concert-June 7th, 6:30-8pm, Worship Center 

Workshop-June 8th, 9:30-11:30am, Theater 

Miss Patty Cake’s concert will provide a fun family time of praising and learning through God’s story. Geared for children ages 2-6. Great outreach opportunity. Event is open to the public and held in the Worship Center. Miss Patty Cake offers a parent workshop to equip parents to creatively teach little ones (ages 2-6) about God and His great love. She will also provide some practical “how to's” and everyday ideas for living with toddlers and preschoolers. The event is 9:30-11:30 am in the Theater. Check out her website to learn more. Click here to register.  And for questions or more information, email kids@westgatechurch.org

Month at a glance

May 6 - MNO at Sonoma Chicken Coop
May 10 - Connection Friday
May 10 - Deadline to submit ads for newsletter
May 17 - Last Main Meeting: "Plunge Into Summer"
May 19 - Pedicures & Pasta

MNO on 5/6/2013

Mom's Night Out on Monday, May 6

Sonoma Chicken Coop in Campbell at 7:00 pm

Meet up on the second floor, see you there!

Friday, May 3

MOPS returns this Friday, May 3 after two weeks of spring break!  

Join us in the WestGate Theater from 9:30-11:30 am as we "Plunge Into Healing, part 2"  with Marty Couch!

Questions?  Email westgatemops@gmail.com

Beautiful Day

As disciples we are called to serve. WestGate knows that no one church or person can reach the 2.2 million people in the South Bay. That’s why Beautiful Day was born. In 2013, Beautiful Day has partnered up with over 10 churches in the area to mobilize a massive service week where we can live out life as a disciple of Jesus. Will you serve with us? Will you work together to reach the South Bay?

Most projects are happening on Sat & Sun, April 27 & 28.  Learn more here.

Sign up for a project!

Park Playdate this Friday

"Plunge Into Outdoor Fun"

Friday, April 19 from 9:30-11:30 a.m.

@ Kevin Moran Park in Saratoga
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(no main meeting due to Beautiful Day projects)

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April/May Newsletter

Holy Week

NO MOPS on Friday, March 29

Happy Easter to you & your family!

Check our "current announcements" page for complete details or email us at westgatemops@gmail.com

"Plunge Into Easter"

Friday, March 15

"Plunge Into Easter"

WestGate Church Theater

9:30 - 11:30 am

Plus... MOPS SWAP!!

Extended Hours March 8

Reminder:  Connection Friday tomorrow is extended from 9:00 am to 12:00 noon for all MOPS moms at no extra cost!  Join the sewing event in the Theater, drop & shop, attend the Beth Moore study - or a combination of options.  Enjoy the 3 hours!!

WestGate Church presents Girlfriends' Getaway!

March Newsletter!

Plunge Into March!

Fri, 3/1 - "Plunge Into Friendships"
Fri, 3/8 - Connection Friday & Pillowcase Dress Event **9am-12pm**
Fri, 3/15 - "Plunge Into Easter" & MOPS SWAP
Sat, 3/16 - Date Morning/Drop & Shop
Fri, 3/22 - Connection Friday
Fri, 3/29 - Good Friday: NO MOPS!
Sun, 3/31 - Easter Sunday
Fri, 4/5 - "Plunge Into Healing"
Sat, 4/6 - Garage Sale