MOMS Club of Eugene (/)

June 2016

President's Note - Tia Merwin

June is here and just like that it feels like summer has arrived! The school year is coming to an end and
so isthe year for our current board.At our June Member Social we will vote on the board positions
for the 2016-2017 term. We will also have a presentation from a local dance company. It's going to be a
great way to end the year.
Our first Open House last month was a huge success. We metseveralmoms in the community and

had five new members join in May! You canlearn a littleabout each new member below.
Our summer calendar will be filled with park playdates, farm visits, and outdoor activities. If you'd like
to host an event or have an idea, pleaselet a board member know and we willget it set up for you. We
wouldlove to have all of our members host events!
If you are having trouble viewing the calendar, see the information below on the right on how to
access the new google calendar on our website.
Have a great month!

Member Social

Please join us at our next member social on Thursday,June 9that 10am at Wesley United Methodist

Church.

Advice Column: NEW!

We are starting a new advice column in the newsletter. If you have any questions, please use the email
below and Sarah will respond to you and giveus the Q & A'swithout any personal information so we can
post them in the newsletter. Here is someinformationon Sarah and her expertise.

Hi! Im Sarah J. Swofford, freelance writer, sex educator, and author ofFrom Ouch! To AhhhThe
New Moms Guide To Sex After Baby. (http://www.sarahjswofford.com/new-moms-guide-sexbaby/)Mymissionis to empower moms with sex educationthat is relevant to their busy lives.
Ibelieve momsespecially moms of babies and little onesareunderserved when it comes to easily
accessible, relevant to a moms life, sexual education. Ibridge this gap with my writing, speaking, and
coaching where I help moms explore issues like effective sexual communication, libido differences,
and sexual self-esteemalways through alens ofsexual empowerment for women.
I provide moms with easy to understand, relatable information that pertains to the challenges that
being a sexual woman, a parent, and a partner, can bring.
Do you have aquestion you want answered? Or ideas you want to share? Send it
tosarahjswofford@gmail.com (mailto:sarahjswofford@gmail.com)and with your permission we will
include them anonymously in the next newsletter.
My website issarahjswofford.com (http://sarahjswofford.com/)And I have a private Facebook group
for moms:https://www.facebook.com/groups/1408673416099979/
(https://www.facebook.com/groups/1408673416099979/)

Craft of the Month: Easy Father's Day Craft

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Make Daddy a fun and easy Father's Day craft with just a little help from Mommy! Kiddos get to paint
the craft and draw in the faces of everyone in the family! Here is a link with instructions and free
printable: http://theeducatorsspinonit.com/2013/06/easy-fathers-daycraft.html#_a5y_p=3855190 (http://theeducatorsspinonit.com/2013/06/easy-fathers-daycraft.html#_a5y_p=3855190)

(http://sharonrowanphotodesign.blogspot.ca/search/label/free%20downloads)

Make it even more personal by interviewing your kiddos 'All About Daddy' and including the often
hilarious responses on the back! An interview printable can be found by clicking the image on the left.
-Submitted by Amber Zekic

Helping Hands Program

Part of the support we have in MOMS Club of Eugene is helping each other during times of family
additions, upheaval, andstress. This is not just limited to having a baby, things like moving or illness in
the family also warrant a need for this program. Our Helping Hands program provides moms with
assistance, usually giving several meals in a time of need. However, this program can provide more
than just meals. We canarrange assistance with child-care, running errands, even a phone tree! We
want all of our members tobenefit from this program in a time of need and we are more than willing
to customize an assistance schedule that works well for each situation. Please let us know if a
circumstance should arise in your life and you feel this program would help you! Contact Carole
Sterry (mailto:csterry@comcast.net) for more information on this program.

Welcome these new ladies to the club!

Welcome these new ladies to the club!

Marcell (Marce) Land

Partner: Jason
She has a son, Everett (11/30/2014), and a daughter, Eloise (12/30/2015)
Her hobbies include sewing and crafts and she doesn't work outside of the home but will be serving as
the Event Coordinator for Tiny Tots next year.

Sarah Burlingame
Partner: Daniel Roll
She has a daughter, Cecilia (10/13/2012) and a baby boy due in August.
Her hobbies and interests include hiking, gardening, and farming. She occasionally volunteers at
Grassroots Garden.

Kate Johnston
Partner: Todd
She has a daughter, Sofia (1/6/2012) and a son, Elias (1/31/2014)
Her hobbies and interests include photography and book making. She does not currently work
outside of the home.

Paisley Anderson
Partner: Bryan
Son: Ellis (10/10/2014)
She recently moved her from Las Vegas and her interests include art, nature, music, hiking, movies
and exercise.

Rachel Mitchell
Partner: James
Sons: Benjamin (3/15/2011), Samuel (5/20/2013), Gabriel (7/4/2015)
She was a member (also president and founder) of the Springfield Chapter of MOMS Club. Her
hobbies and interests include reading and crafts. She doesn't work outside of the home.

Event Spotlight: Horse Barn Tour

Last week Bridget Beal led us on a tour of her in-laws horse barn. The kids got to see, pet, and feed

horses. We got to watch a beautiful horse run and get exercise in the round pen. Then the kids got to
take a "tractor" ride down to the creek to have lunch and throw as many rocks as possible into the
creek. It was such a fun morning in this majestic setting! We are hoping to do one more later this
summer.
-Tia Merwin
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We have two recipes this month!!!

Chocolate Banana Cake

One Bowl(ish)Banana Cake:

1 C. Milk
2 tsp. Vinegar or lemon juice
- combine & set aside
2bananas, the uglier the better
1 1/4 C. Sugar (we use sucanat or rapadura, but whatever is fine)
1 tsp. Vanilla
1/2 tsp. Salt
- put it all in a large mixing bowl & mash until well mixed.
1/2 C. Butter or coconut oil, melted (I do a mix)
2 eggs
- mix in completely
2 C. Flour (we use whole wheat or spelt, but whatever is fine)
1 tsp. Baking soda
- add to bowl in additions, alternating with milk mixture, mixing in gently but completely.
- pour into greased 8" pan
-bake at 275 for 35-45 minutes, or until top springs back when pressed
- remove from oven and cover
- cool to room temp before serving, keeping covered
***We mix all sorts of goodies into this. Chocolate chunks, nut butters, berries, etc. Will last 4-6 days
in the fridge.Freezes great, too!***
-Submitted by Amy Mirate

Fresh Strawberry Muffins

(http://cantstayoutofthekitchen.com/2013/04/05/freshstrawberry-muffins/)

Ingredients
3 cups Gold Medal UNBLEACHED all-purpose flour (bleached flour toughens baked goods)
3/4 c light brown sugar
3/4 c granulated sugar
2 tsp. baking powder
1 tsp. salt
1 tsp. cinnamon
4 eggs, beaten
1 cups butter, melted and cooled
2 cups fresh strawberries, sliced and slightly mashed
Instructions
1. Preheat oven to 425.
2. Combine dry ingredients in large mixing bowl.
3. In small bowl, combine eggs and oil.
4. Stir strawberries into egg mixture.
5. Blend in flour mixture until thoroughly combined; but do not over beat.
6. Spoon into greased muffin tins until nearly full.
7. Bake at 425 for 5 minutes.
8. Reduce heat to 350 and bake an additional 15-19 minutes or until a toothpick inserted in
center comes out clean. (Only an additional 5 minutes for mini-muffins.)
Submitted by:Maggie Colletti

Event Calendar Update

We have upgraded our private members-only event calendar from the .pdf file to the live Google
calendar. With this calendar, you can:
See the events as they are added/edited/removed inthe calendar

Click on the link in the event description that links back to the facebook invite so you can
RSVP
Look ahead at the next month
Add the events directly to your Google calendar
To keep this calendar from public view, it has to be an invite-only calendar, and you must have a
Gmail account to view it. For those of you who do not have Gmail, we have created a MOMS Club
Calendar account for you. Please follow the instructions below to log in. Remember that the calendar
attached to that email address is NOT our event calendar, so do not add your own events to it as
nobody else will see them.
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To add your own events to the event calendar, please contact any board member and they can add
your event to the calendar.

New Baby Corner

Please welcomeCrystal's daughter, Lily Mary Leahy, to the world!

Lilly was born on May 28th.
She weighed 6lbs 14oz and 20 inches long.
Big brother Liam is so excited!
We'd like to welcome all new babies in the newsletter, so let any board member know the details and we'll
include it here! And please let us know if we missed you, because we'd be happy to add your new little
one in next months newsletter.

Are we missing something?

Is there something you'd like to see us include in future newsletters? Have an idea for an article, a
recipe to share, photos from a MOMS Club event you'd like included? We're always open to hearing
from you!
Feel free to emailEmily (mailto:emilylooney@gmail.com)directly with ideas.

Member Birthdays & Anniversaries in June:

Member Renewal Anniversaries:

None
Member Birthdays:
Rachel Mitchell6/28
Kid Birthdays:
Jacob Bottem6/4/2013
Ava Frank6/21/2007
SavannahMerwin6/12/2013
Celebrating a member anniversary soon? ContactAmber (mailto:amber.m.zekic@gmail.com)
(mailto:linseydalgleish@hotmail.com)to let her know if you'd like to renew your membership.
Celebrating a birthday for you or your child but you didnt get your name in this months column?
Send roster corrections/updates to Heather. (mailto:lovelyritametermaid@live.com)

Playgroup Corner

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Playgroup fun at the Fire Station

Playgroups are a great way to connect with moms of kids with similar ages. Starting May 2016 we have
changed the groups from birth range to all-ages instead. Locations vary each week based on who is
hosting. Check facebook or the event calendar (/calendar.html) for more information.
All Ages: Friday 10 am
ContactSarah Schmutz (mailto:skhotaling87@gmail.com)for more information.
Watch for more all-ages play dates via Facebook events on the MOMS Club Facebook page, or
check the Member Calendar (/calendar.html).

Executive Board Members:

Tia, Crystal, Heather, Emily, Sarah and Amber
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Coordinators:
Emily, Angelique, and Carole
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MOMS Club of Eugene, OR Board, 2015 - 2016

PresidentandSpringfield MOMS Club Liaison
Tia Merwin (mailto:tiamalani@hotmail.com)

Administrative VP
Crystal Leahy (mailto:crystal.leahy12@gmail.com)
Membership VP
Heather O'Neill (mailto:lovelyritametermaid@live.com)
Marketing VP
Emily Looney (mailto:EMILYLOONEY@gmail.com)
Secretary
Sarah Schmutz (mailto:skhotaling87@gmail.com)
Treasurer
Amber Zekic (mailto:amber.m.zekic@gmail.com)
Big Sister Coordinator
Angelique Hanscom (mailto:angelique.hanscom@gmail.com)
Helping Hands Coordinator
Carole Sterry (mailto:csterry@comcast.net)
MOMS Night Out Coordinator
Emily Looney (mailto:EMILYLOONEY@gmail.com)
Playgroup Coordinator
Angelique Hanscom (mailto:angelique.hanscom@gmail.com)

MOMS Club Regional Coordinators

Have questions or concerns about how our chapter functions? Contact one of these ladies:
Area Coordinator
Lisa Lewis (mailto:lisa@suberdave.com)
(253) 631-3290
State Coordinator
Chris Baldwin
(mailto:csbaldwins@aol.com)(808) 626-0131
Asst Regional Coordinator
Jenn Betz
(mailto:jsnbetz@hawii.rr.com)(808) 626-0131

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