MOMS Club of Grand Blanc - East

November Activities

2011-11-10T18:47:00.000-08:00

In addition to our playgroups, we have a few activites planned for the month of November.

Lunch N Learn with a Fall Activity
Flint Children's Museum
Safari Playground
MOMS Night Out

Executive Board Members 2011-2012

2011-07-13T18:49:00.000-07:00

We welcomed a new executive board on July 1st. The 2011-2012 executive board members are as follows:

Ashley W. - President
Charity T. - Vice President
Tracy R.- VP Membership
Lisa C. - Secretary
Debbie D. - Treasurer

MOMS Club Garden

2011-06-30T19:10:00.000-07:00

This year the MOMS Club kids are learning about gardening. They planted a vegetable garden at the park.

Strawberry Picking

2011-06-30T19:09:00.000-07:00

Ice Cream at Ziggy's

2011-06-20T10:37:00.000-07:00

In June, we had a family night out. We got Ziggy's ice cream then played at the park.

July Activities

2011-06-20T10:35:00.000-07:00

In addition to our playgroups and park playdates we are planning some great activities for the month of July.

• Garden Club
• Splash Pad
• Waterpark day
• Beach Day
• Field Trip to see the Wiggles
• MOMS Night Out

Open House in the Park - RESCHEDULED

2011-05-16T10:09:00.000-07:00

The Open House in the Park has been rescheduled to Monday, May 23 from 10am to 1pm. Hope to see you there.

Open House in the Park - May 16th, 10 a.m.

2011-05-09T20:24:00.001-07:00

Monday, May 16, 2011
Physician's Park (Reid Rd)
10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Mothers of Grand Blanc, come join us in the park for food, prizes (from local vendors such as Panera Bread), and play time for the kids!

Learn about our organization and become a member!

Visit our website at http://momsclubofgrandblanceast.blogspot.com

Swimming

2011-04-18T16:53:00.000-07:00

The kids took a little time out from the wintery weather to take a swim at the Lapeer Community Center.

Bowling

2011-04-18T16:51:00.001-07:00

February Events

2011-01-30T12:11:00.000-08:00

In addition to our playgroups and Burger King/Park playdates we are planning some great activities.

• McDonalds Morning
• Valentine's Day Party
• Sledding
• PJ Party - Coffee and Craft
• Bowling
• Couples' Night Out
• Chuck E Cheese

Play Dough Party

2011-01-09T20:46:00.001-08:00

The kids had a blast at the play dough party in January. Everyone made homemade play dough and brought it with them to hand out to the kids. The kids got to play and take home many different colors of play dough.

January Events

2011-01-08T12:20:00.001-08:00

Happy New Year! We are kicking off the new year with some great activities for the month of January. In addition to our playgroups and Burger King/Park playdates we are planning some great activities.

• Play Dough Party
• Family Day Out - Toboggan Run
• Sledding
• Bounce House fun at Soccer Zone
• Moms’ Night In - Dip Into the New Year/ White Elephant Party

FISH Project 2010

2011-01-02T12:27:00.000-08:00

In December, the Club collected and purchased clothing, toys and food items for three adopted FISH of Grand Blanc Families. We would like to send a special thank you to our business sponsors and members for donating items, volunteering time, and raising money to fund this project.

Holiday Lunch and Learn

2010-12-31T20:44:00.000-08:00

Longway Planetarium: Holiday Show

2010-12-09T10:16:00.001-08:00

We went to see George and Oatmeal Save Santa at the Longway Planetarium. The kids (and moms) loved it.

Caroling at Brookdale

2010-12-07T18:43:00.001-08:00

The MOMS Club Holiday Caroling Band

The kids handed out their door hanger crafts to the residents.

Our youngest caroler.

MOMS Club Cookie Exchange 2010

2010-12-02T07:20:00.001-08:00

December Events

2010-11-18T20:02:00.000-08:00

December’s calendar is jam packed with holiday fun. In addition to our playgroups and Burger King/Park playdates we are planning some great activities.

• Annual Cookie Exchange
• Family Day Out at Trim Pines – Hayride with Santa
• Holiday Caroling
• Longway Planetarium Holiday Show
• Moms’ Night Out – Holiday Shopping
• December’s General Meeting
• Holiday Lunch N Learn
• FISH Donation Drop Off

Halo Burger Playdate

2010-11-18T19:53:00.001-08:00

Flint Children's Museum

2010-11-18T19:50:00.000-08:00

We all had a great time at the Flint Children's Museum. We made a snack craft and played in the museum.

November Activities

2010-11-18T19:41:00.000-08:00

We have some great activities planned for November. In addition to our monthly playgroups (organized by age group) and regular Park days, we also have the following activities planned:

• Toddlercise
• Flint Children’s Museum
• General Meeting – New Member Welcome Brunch
• Moms’ Night In – Facials
• Safari Playground
• Canterbury Village

Spicer's Orchard Pumpkin Picking

2010-10-19T18:45:00.000-07:00

We had a great turnout for the Spicer’s Orchard Pumpkin Picking activity. We had cider and donuts, played in the Spicer’s play area, and road on a hayride out to the field to pick pumpkins.

Dinosaur Dig

2010-10-19T18:37:00.000-07:00

Everyone enjoyed the dinosaur dig activity at For Mar Nature Preserve. The kids learned about the different types of dinosaurs, participated in a game of dinosaur sorting, went on a dinosaur egg hunt, listened to a dinosaur story, and made a dinosaur craft.

Halloween Party

2010-10-12T00:25:00.000-07:00

Our Halloween party was loads of fun this year. We ate some goolish treats, painted pumpkins, and filled our trick-or-treat bags with some candy.

Welcome New Members

2010-10-09T15:05:00.000-07:00

We are delighted to welcome four new members to our club. Welcome Aarti, Amy, Ashley, and Tamara. We are so happy to have you ladies in our group.

October Events

2010-10-09T13:48:00.000-07:00

October will be a spooktacular month full of Autumn fun. In addition to our playgroups and Burger King/Park playdates we are planning some great activities.

• McDonald's Morning Playdate
• Family Day Out at Crossroads
• Halloween Party/General Meeting
• Dinosaur Dig
• Moms’ Night Out - Haunted House
• Spicer's Orchard
• Trick-or-Treating at Clare Bridge

Porter's Orchard

2010-09-24T14:15:00.000-07:00

September Activities

2010-09-01T19:15:00.000-07:00

September is going to be a busy month. In addition to our monthly playgroups (organized by age group) and regular Park days, we also have the following activities planned:

• Ice Cream at Ziggy’s
• Chair and Chalk
• Fundraiser – MOM2MOM Sale
• Grand Blanc Fun Fest Family Day Out
• Moms’ Night In – Dessert Potluck
• Porter’s Orchard
• Annual Membership Drive
• Dinner at Rainforest Cafe

Potter Park Zoo

2010-08-24T20:02:00.001-07:00

Clintonwood Splash Pad

2010-08-13T14:37:00.001-07:00

Cooks Dairy Farm

2010-08-13T14:34:00.000-07:00

August Activities

2010-08-13T14:33:00.001-07:00

Let’s spend our last few weeks of summer soaking up the sun. The month of August is packed with great “fun in the sun” activities. In addition to our monthly playgroups (organized by age group) and regular Park days, we also have the following activities planned:

• Cooks Dairy Farm
• Clintonwood Park Splash Pad
• Splash Pad Playdates
• Genesee County Fair
• Moms’ Night Out - Ichiban
• Indian Springs Metro Park Splash Pad
• Garden Club
• Potter Zoo

Waterford Oaks Water Park

2010-07-17T11:57:00.001-07:00

New Executive Board for 2010-2011

2010-07-13T11:23:00.001-07:00

We welcomed a new executive board in July. The 2010-2011 executive board members are as follows:

Jessica M. - President
Jessica W. - Vice President
Karin M.- VP Membership
Lisa C. - Secretary
Amber N. - Treasurer

July Activities

2010-07-02T11:15:00.000-07:00

July is going to be a busy month!! In addition to our monthly playgroups (organized by age group) and regular Park days, we also have the following activities planned:

• Ice Cream and Bee Social
• July Lunch and Learn
• Splash Pad Playdates
• Stroller Strides
• Moms’ Night In – Patio Party
• Concert in the Park
• Garden Club
• Waterford Oaks Water Park
• Blueberry Picking
• Farmer’s Market
• Groveland Oaks Beach Day

Strawberry/ Raspberry Picking

2010-07-01T11:11:00.000-07:00

June's Lunch and Learn

2010-06-10T19:56:00.000-07:00

June's Lunch and Learn was a success. We played outside, ate some fantastic food, and made fun music instruments out of plastic bottles and cereal boxes.

Wojo's Nursery

2010-06-09T19:01:00.001-07:00

Activities Scheduled for June

2010-06-09T19:00:00.000-07:00

June is going to be a fun filled month!! In addition to our monthly playgroups (organized by age group) and regular Park days, we also have the following activities planned:

• Wojo’s Nursery
• June Lunch and Learn
• Splash Pad Playdates
• Stroller Strides
• Moms’ Night Out at Pro Nails
• Strawberry Picking
• Garden Club

Jeepers

2010-05-31T18:53:00.000-07:00

May Activities

2010-05-06T16:54:00.000-07:00

April showers bring May flowers. May is going to be another exciting month!! In addition to our monthly playgroups (organized by age group) and regular Park days, we also have the following activities planned:

• Fishing with Dad at Rust Park
• Kick off of our Garden Club
• Secret Sister Luncheon
• Moms’ Night Out
• Trip to Jeepers

April's Lunch and Learn

2010-05-05T18:53:00.000-07:00

Chuck E Cheese

2010-05-04T18:52:00.000-07:00

Post Office Field Trip

2010-05-04T06:45:00.000-07:00

Coming Events: April

2010-04-07T10:47:00.000-07:00

April is going to be a really fun month!! In addition to our monthly playgroups (organized by age group) and regular Burger King days, we also have the following activities planned:

• Post Office Fieldtrip
• Easter Egg Hunt at the General Meeting
• Kick off of our Secret Sister Event
• Chuck E Cheese
• Moms’ Night Out
• Spring Lunch and Learn

Kidzoodles

2010-04-07T10:43:00.001-07:00

St. Patrick's Day Lunch

2010-04-07T10:41:00.001-07:00

March Activities

2010-03-01T19:32:00.000-08:00

You won't want to miss out on the exciting activities we have planned for the month of March!! In addition to our monthly playgroups (organized by age group), general monthly meeting and regular Burger King/Halo Burger days, we also have the following activities planned:

• Field Trip to Jeepers
• Sledding
• Toddlercise
• Kidzoodles at Soccar Zone
• Dental Hygienist Guest Speaker at the General Meeting
• St. Patrick's Day lunch and learn
• Moms’ Night Out at the Movies

Grand Blanc Gymnastics Field Trip

2010-03-01T19:27:00.000-08:00

Sledding

2010-03-01T19:26:00.000-08:00

Little Boys' Truck Party

2010-03-01T19:25:00.001-08:00

Little Girls' Tea Party

2010-03-01T19:24:00.001-08:00

Coming Events: February Fun

2010-01-18T10:33:00.000-08:00

February is going to be a really fun month!! In addition to our monthly playgroups (organized by age group) and regular Burger King days, we also have the following activities planned:

• Safari Playgound
• Valentine’s Day Party – General Meeting
• Sledding
• Coffee and Coupons Morning
• Flint Children's Museum
• Moms’ Night Out
• Couples’ Night Out
• Kids Day Out: GB Gymnastics

What's Happening in January?

2010-01-18T10:27:00.001-08:00

We have so much planned for the month of January!! In addition to our monthly playgroups (organized by age group), general monthly meeting and regular Burger King days, we also have the following activities planned:

• Little Girls’ Tea Party
• Sledding
• Bumper Bowling
• Flint Children's Museum
• Moms’ Night Out – White Elephant Party
• Little Boys’ Truck Party

Bumper Bowling

2010-01-14T10:28:00.000-08:00

Sledding

2010-01-11T10:31:00.000-08:00

The kids are enjoying some hot chocolate after sledding.

Halloween Party 2009

2009-11-01T11:16:00.000-08:00

We all had lots of fun at our annual Halloween party.

Porter's Orchard

2009-11-01T11:13:00.000-08:00

In September we went to Porter's Orchard.

Membership Drive - September 29

2009-09-09T11:49:00.000-07:00

We are holding our annual membership drive on September 29th from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. The event is being held at St. Christopher's Church on the corner of Saginaw Street and Cook Road in Grand Blanc.

Come and meet some of the moms and have some fun. There will be snacks, refreshments, face painting and a cupcake walk for the kids.

Wedding Memories - Mom's Night In

2009-08-18T10:07:00.000-07:00

In August, we got together for a wedding themed Mom's Night In. We all brought our wedding albums, made wedding themed foods, and we even wore some of our wedding accessories.

Splish Splash

2009-08-06T18:38:00.000-07:00

We all had a fabulous time playing in the water at the Torzewski Water Park.

What I Like Most About Being in the MOMS Club...

2009-07-25T10:59:00.000-07:00

“What I like most about being in the MOMS Club is that it keeps me connected to other moms like me who chose to stay home with their children. I joined when my first born was 6 months old & it was a great way for me to meet people and make friends, since I have no family here & am not from the area. I especially enjoy the MOMS Nights Out & the many outings we attend as a group... it's all around good for Moms & kids!” - Summer J.

"What I like most about being in the MOMS Club is having a great group of friends for both my daughter and myself. When I first moved to this area, I didn't know anyone. Someone suggested joining the MOMS Club and it was the best suggestion I was ever given! I now attend age appropriate playgroups, park days, field trips, ice cream socials and more! Not only is the MOMS Club a great way for me to socialize with other stay at home moms, but it's a great way for my child to learn sharing and cooperating with others. I highly suggest checking out the MOMS Club to see how it can benefit you and your child!” - Kristy C.

“What I like most about being in the MOMS Club is having friends to hang out with who are going through the same experiences as me. Before joining the group, I felt isolated because all of my friends worked during the day. Joining the MOMS Club was the best decision I have made since becoming a stay-at-home mother. Now my boys and I are always on the go. All the activities are fun and many are educational for my boys. I would recommend the club to any stay-at-home or work from home mother.” - Amber N.

2009-07-15T12:14:00.001-07:00

What's Coming in August?

We have so much planned for the month of August!! In addition to our monthly playgroups (organized by age group) and regular park days, we also have the following activities planned:

Family Night Out

Garden Club

Chat and Chalk

Genesee County Fair

Mom's Night Out

Detroit Zoo

Bicentennial Splash Pad Day

Holy Cow!

2009-07-15T12:09:00.001-07:00

In July, we had a spectacular time at Cook's Dairy Farm. The kids got to see cows and pigs. When we were finished touring the farm, we sat down and enjoyed a delicious ice cream cone.

Strawberry Picking

2009-07-15T11:34:00.000-07:00

Fun Websites for Children and Parents

2009-07-15T05:54:00.000-07:00

starfall.com

preschooleducation.com

2009-2010 Board Members

2009-07-01T10:15:00.000-07:00

In June, we welcomed our new 2009-2010 board members. From left to right (Jennifer - Treasurer, Darcie - VP Membership, Erin - Vice President, Kristy - President, and Summer - Secretary)

Secret Sister Luncheon

2009-04-05T16:04:00.000-07:00

In April, we had our secret sister luncheon where we revealed the identity of our secret sisters.

Photos

2009-03-11T12:59:00.001-07:00

What is MOMS Club?

2009-03-11T12:22:00.000-07:00

MOMS Club® (Moms Offering Moms Support®), is an international non-profit organization whose mission is to offer local support to stay-at-home and work from home mothers. We provide fun weekly daytime activities for moms and their children, including playgroups, field trips, moms' night out and community service projects. This is a great opportunity to meet other mothers in your area. All of our activities, with the exception of MOMS Night Out, are during the day because that is when moms need support the most!

For more information on the International MOMS Club, click here.

How to Join

Membership in the MOMS Club of Grand Blanc East, is open to all at-home and part-time working Moms that live in Grand Blanc East of Saginaw St. All members, perspective members and their children are welcome to attend our monthly meetings.

Annual dues are $20 and are used to cover the cost of materials, photocopies and other administrative expenses.

To receive more information about our monthly meetings please send an email to our main email address: momsclubofgrandblanc-east@hotmail.com

What's Coming in March?

2009-03-10T13:20:00.000-07:00

We have so much planned for the month of March!! In addition to our monthly playgroups (organized by age group) and regular Burger King days, we also have the following activities planned:

Secret Sister
Safari Playground
Flint Children's Museum Dollar Days
Couple's Night Out at Cobblestone Restaurant
Easter Egg Hunt at Soccer Zone

And, finally, what is on tap for the General Meeting? We will have our regular business to attend to, but we also have Toddlercise led by our very own Jamie Z., an overview of our annual Secret Sister, discussion about our upcoming Executive Board elections, and last but not least, a special drawing that is sure to satisfy your taste buds!