Fun Snacktime Idea!

Sun Baked S'mores Needed: ~ Graham crackers ~ mini marshmallows ~ chocolate chips ~ pie plate ~ tinfoil ~ sunny day! Directions:

Have LO place one graham cracker sheet in a foil pie plate. Sprinkle with chocolate chips and miniature marshmallows. Cover the pie plate with tin foil. Place outside in a sunny, hot place and check after 10 minutes. They are done when the sun has melted the chocolate and marshmallow.

thanks to http://totallytots.blogspot.com/ for this fun idea!

Upcoming Summer MOPS Events!!!

How is everyone's summer going? I can't believe how fast it has gone by! What kind of fun things have you guys been doing? Any fun travels?

Well, if you're starting to get a little stir-crazy at home, here are some upcoming Summer MOPS Events to put on your calendar...

* "Creation Station" Summer Camps (with Charmie Craner)

Two Sessions left: August 3-7 and August 10-14

(Monday-Friday, 9 am-noon)

The cost for each Session is $30 per child.

Call Charmie to sign up--893-2554

* August MOPS Park Days:

Mondays at Terrace View Park (24th & Blake), 9-noon

Wednesdays at Pavilion Park (Molter & Country Vista, Liberty Lake), 9-noon

* SVNC Kid's Days:

Tuesdays in August from 9-11 am at parks throughout the area

August 4th--Manito Park

August 11th--Riverfront Park

August 18th--Pavilion Park

August 25th--Terrace View Park

*Beach Day at Jen Edmond's Beach in Newman Lake

Thursday, August 20th

12803 N. East Newman Lake Dr. (map)

Directions:

1. Starting in Spokane, take I-90 to the Liberty Lake Exit.
2. At the stoplight at the end of the off ramp, turn LEFT on Harvard Rd. and go over the bridge that crosses the freeway.
3. Follow Harvard over the Spokane River and straight through the 4-way stoplight at Wellesley and continue to Trent Avenue.
4. Turn RIGHT at Trent Ave. and follow Trent about 3 miles to Starr Rd.
5. Turn LEFT on Starr Rd. at the Exxon Station. Follow Starr about 3.6 miles until Starr dead ends at a Y.
6. At the Y, turn LEFT onto E. Newman Lake Dr. and follow it around the bend beside the lake for o.4 miles.
7. The Edmond's home is white with a red roof. The address (12803 E. Newman Lake Dr.) is on a green sign on a light pole beside the road.

We hope to see a lot of you at these upcoming events! If you have any questions, please call Ruthe at 928-0382 or email us at svncmops@gmail.com.

What is MOPS?

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers and is an international organization that exists to encourage, equip, and help women become the best moms that they can be! Women who are pregnant or have young children (newborn through Kindergarten) are all invited to join MOPS!

MOPS is caring through:

• A program designed for all mothers of preschoolers (conception through Kindergarten) and is coordinated by the mothers themselves.
• An open, caring atmosphere where specific needs of today's preschool mothers are met.

MOPS is sharing in:

• Small discussion groups where women interact, encourage and learn from one another.
• A comfortable setting for social and spiritual enrichment for mother and child(ren).
• The enjoyment of completing a craft with the opportunity for creative expression, a sense of accomplishment and deepening friendships.

MOPS is preparing through:

• Building a sense of identity and personal worth.
• Instruction relating to womanhood, childrearing, marriage and building a home based on biblical principles.
• Social and creative opportunities for the preschool child

What Happens at MOPS?

At our MOPS group, you will the chance to enjoy breakfast and socialize with other moms, participate in creative activities, hear from some great speakers, discuss important topics in mothering, ...and even enjoy a cup of coffee while it’s still hot!

When & Where Do We Meet?

MOPS meets on the 2nd and 4th Tuesday morning of the month from 9:00 am-11:00 am, from October to May. We meet at Spokane Valley Nazarene Church, which is located at 15515 E. 20th Ave.. The church phone number is (509) 926-1545.

Is childcare provided at MOPS?

We have a wonderful program for children called MOPPETS!

About Newborns: Babies may attend the MOPS meeting with their mothers. We also have a nursery from Newborns (0-9 months) and Walkers (9 or 12 months +). About MOPPETS: MOPPETS provides quality infant and toddler care. Those under one year of age are cared for in a loving nursery setting. Older children are divided into age groups which allows each child to interact with children of similar levels. Their classrooms are filled with stories, games, songs, crafts, projects, playtime and a healthy snack. About Our MOPPETS Caregivers: We have a wonderful team of caregivers who serve in our MOPPETS classrooms. They are all highly competent volunteers who have experience with little ones (former teachers, nurses, grandparents, etc.). They are all screened by our MOPPETS Coordinator and receive training to be the best caregivers that they can be.