MOPS on Dec. 12 - Crafts and Connection

Crafts and Connection

Come prepared to share what is your favorite Christmas tradition?  Plus, we'll make a cookie mix gift to take home, put together a kit of water and toiletries to give out for the homeless or others in need, and we'll be doing a toy swap.  Bring in any toys that your kids no longer play with or like and swap it for something else.

When: Wednesday December 12 from 9:30-11:30am
Where: Campbell Church of Christ

Light breakfast and free childcare will be provided. If this is your first meeting, there is no need to pre-register, just show up. Moms with new babies are welcome to bring them into the meeting. We look forward in seeing you there.

Christmas Boutique this Saturday December 8th

Be sure to drop by the Campbell Women's Ministry's annual Christmas Boutique. Many artisan and hand-made gift items will be available, along with sweets and treats.

Where: 40 N. Milton Ave, Campbell, CA 95008
When: Saturday December 8th at 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Bring a treat to share, or not! Just come and join us in a fun time of shopping, chatting, and refreshments! Lot's of crafts and handmade gifts, homemade treats,4 jewelery artists, and much more to choose from.
Hosted by Jodi Howe and Sylvia Judkins

Hope to see you there!

Mom's Night Out - Sunday Nov. 11 at 7:30 pm

Join us for coffee at Starbucks for a Mom's Night Out this Sunday November 11th at 7:30 pm.

Where: Starbucks at Kirkwood Plaza, 1820 W Campbell Avenue
When: Sunday Nov. 11 at 7:30 pm

Oasis on Nov. 3 - Get Yourself Organized

National speaker and author of over seven books, Kathi Lipp will be sharing organizational secrets from her new book "The Get Yourself Organized Project."  

A book for REAL women!  This is a great opportunity for you to invite a friend, neighbor or coworker to join you for a morning Oasis - time to get away from the ordinary and leave refreshed and encouraged. 

"Finally, an organizational book for women who have given up trying to be Martha Stewart but still desire some semblance of order in their lives."

Most organizational books are written by and for people who are naturally structured and orderly.  The advice sounds terrific but seldom works.  These women are looking for help that takes into account their free-spirited outlook while providing tips and tricks they can easily follow to live a more organized life.

When: 9-11am, Saturday November 3 

Where: Oak Room 

Reserve for childcare by October 31 at 378-4900, x264

Join us for Oasis this Saturday - a two-hour mini retreat. Give yourself permission to step away from the ordinary, relax and rejuvenate! Oasis is for YOU! 

Pumpkin Party Playdate: Wednesday October 31

Pumpkin Party Playdate

Join us with your little one in costume for some cookie decorating and games. 

Location: Oak Room at the Campbell Church of Christ

Date: Wednesday October 31

Time: 9:30-10:30am

Mom's Day Out on Saturday October 27

Join us for breakfast at Panera Bread on Hamilton Avenue at 9h30 am.
You can check out their bakery menu here.

All are welcome - hope you can make it!
Location: Panera Bread at 501 Est Hamilton Ave, Campbell
Date: Saturday October 27
Time: 9h30 am

MOPS on Nov. 14 - Parenting with Love and Logic

Early Childhood Parenting Made Fun with Love & Logic 

Speaker Janada Clark, MA presents parenting skills from the Love and Logic® Curricula. Learn techniques to increase cooperation, get kids to listen the first time and to remain calm while neutralizing temper tantrums and whining.

Location: Campbell Church of Christ 

Date: Wednesday October 10

Time: 9:30-11:30 am

Light breakfast and free childcare will be provided. If this is your first meeting, there is no need to pre-register, just show up. Moms with new babies are welcome to bring them into the meeting. We look forward in seeing you there.

Oasis - Dealing with Life's Transitions

Oasis is an event for women created and hosted by the Women’s Ministry at the Campbell Church of Christ. Once a month, on a Saturday morning, with a light breakfast, time to relax, hear great speakers and meet new friends. 

October 13 - Dealing With Life's Transitions
With Guest Speaker Dee Wilson, Director of Women's Ministries, Calvary Los Gatos

"I encourage women to grow in authentic faith, connect with other women, and serve and reach our community for Christ."

We’re always in transition. Each day has the potential to bring us surprises and possibilities. On October 13 we'll have fun exploring important fundamental truths that will keep us grounded through each stage of life, each change it brings, each challenge we face.

When: Saturday October 13 from 9-11 am

Where: Campbell Church of Christ on 1075 West Campbell Avenue in the Oak Room 

Please call to reserve free childcare at 378-4900 ext. 264.

MOPS on Oct. 10 - Growing Mom Friendships

We're all looking forward to making new connections, growing new mom friendship, and plunging deeper into all of our relationship.  Please join us at our next MOPS meeting on the topic of 'Growing Mom Friendships'.

Also, in light of Halloween coming, we'll also have a costume swap where you can sell, give, lend or swap your Halloween costumes.  Bring your Halloween costumes and make it a greener Halloween.

When: Wednesday October 10th from 9:30-11:30 am
Where: In the Birch Room of the Campbell Church of Christ ( on 1075 West Campbell in Campbell )

Light breakfast and free childcare will be provided.  If this is your first meeting, there is no need to pre-register, just show up.  Moms with new babies are welcome to bring them into the meeting.  We look forward in seeing you there.

Mother's Day Out - Lunch at Le Boulanger

Join us this Saturday September 15 from 11:00 am -1:00 pm at Le Boulanger near West Gate.  Come meet for lunch, coffee, desert, and a good conversation.  Don't worry if you can't make it exactly at 11:00 - come whenever you can.

The address is 
1390 El Paseo De Saratoga
San Jose, CA 95130-1632

Also, if you can view their menu or order online here:
http://leboulanger.com/


Hope to see you there ! 

Oasis on Sept. 22 - Finding a Work/Life Balance

Oasis—an event for women created and hosted by the Women’s Ministry at the Campbell Church of Christ. Once a month, on a Saturday morning, with a light breakfast, time to relax, hear great speakers and meet new friends. To reserve childcare, call 378-4900, x264.


When: September 22, 2012 from 9-11 am
Where: Campbell Church of Christ on 1075 West Campbell Avenue - in the Oak Room 

About our speaker:

Nancy Larocca Hedley, founder of Crescent Coaching, is a coach, consultant, and seminar leader who works with leaders, teams and individuals to successfully navigate professional, organizational and personal transitions with ease. Nancy is a Professional Certified Coach through the International Coach Federation, and a graduate and Licensed Academy Trainer with the Academy for Coaching Excellence. She has also studied Organization and Relationship Systems Coaching (ORSC) with CRR Global. Prior to founding Crescent Coaching in 2008, Nancy spent over 12 years with high tech and Internet firms focusing on leadership and employee development, organizational change, MA, talent acquisition, and HR program management. When she’s not working, she can be found practicing yoga, tending her garden or delighting in time with family and friends.

September MOPS kick-off meeting

MOPS kick off is coming up on September 12, 9:30-11h30am, in the Birch Room of the Campbell Church of Christ.

This year's theme is: "Plunge: Love as if your life depended on it."  Taking the plunge in relationships is being authentic and going deeper.  All facets of relationships can be strengthened through taking risks, going deeper and showing authentic love – neighborhood, friendships, marriages, extended families, the world around us and ultimately relationship with God. 

Child care will continue to be available for your little ones.  If this will be your first meeting - you don't have to pre-register, just show up. We look forward in seeing you. 

MOPS Meeting Dates 2012/2013

We can't wait to see everyone again and reconnect after vacations and summer days! We also look forward to meeting new friends that have found us over the summer. Mark your calendars - first meeting will be Wednesday, September 12. Can't wait to see you then!

Fall Meeting Dates:	Winter/Spring Meeting Dates:
Sept 12	Jan 9
Oct 10	Feb 13 (Ash Wed)
Nov 14	Mar 13
Dec 12	Apr 10
	May 15

Mom's Day Out at Filoli Garden on June 2, 2012

Mom's Day Out June 2, 2012

FILOLI mothers lunch! Lets keep the Mother's Day celebration going on :)
We meet at 10 am and cruise around the gardens till about 11:30 am, followed by lunch.

The address is 86 Cañada Road, Woodside, California 94062.
http://www.filoli.org/

Admission fees for non-members is 15$ for adults, 12$ for seniors, 5$ for students and free for children under 4.

Hope you can come!

Collection of our Moms favorite things to do over the summer

Favorite beaches:
- Seabright beach (Near Santa Cruz)
- Capitola City Beach (Near Santa Cruz)
- Stinson beach (North of San Francisco)
- Twin Lakes State Beach (near Santa Cruz)

- Seaside Beach (near Monterey)

Best hikes:
Great source for best hike with kids: http://www.bahiker.com/kids.html
- Rancho San Antonio Open Space Preserve ( in Los Altos )

- Shoreline Park and Lake ( Tip: Great place to fly a kite ! in Mountain View ) 

- Hidden Villa Ranch ( in Los Altos ) 

- Big Basin Redwoods State Park ( in Santa Cruz )
- Sanborn County Park ( in Saratoga )

Favorite Parks and Farms:
- Vasona Lake County Park ( Tip: Has a carousel and mini train ! in Los Gatos )
- John D. Morgan ( with water feature in Campbell )
- Emma Prusch Farm ( in San Jose )
- Ortega park ( with water feature in Sunnyvale )
- Las Palmas park ( in Sunnyvale )
- Jake play lot ( fenced with water feature, part of Parma Park in Almaden, San Jose )
- Almaden lake park ( in Almaden, San Jose )

Others favorites:

- Train town ( in Sonoma )

- Fairyland ( in Oakland )
- Roaring camp railroad ( in Felton, Santa Cruz )
- Children discovery museum ( in San Jose )
- Happy Hollow Park and Zoo ( in San Jose )
- Monterey Bay aquarium ( in Monterey )
- California Academy of science ( in San Francisco )
- Palo Alto Junior zoo ( free ) ( in Palo Alto )
- Gilroy garden ( in Gilroy )
- Mommy and me at Santana Row ( second tuesday of each month ) ( in San Jose )

Arts and Crafts
- Playdough

• 3 cups flour
• 1 ½ cups salt
• 3 cups water
• 6 tsp cream of tartar (Can buy large bottle at Smart and Final)
• 1 ½ Tbsp oil
• Food coloring or unsweetened jello
• Mix all ingredients. 
• Stir over medium heat until thickened.

- Father's day craft http://familyfun.go.com/crafts/a-pad-for-dad-675458/
- Volcanos (vinegar/baking soda/red food coloring)
- Baby jar water globes

Favorite Smoothies: 

- Smoothie recipes

• 8 ounces juice
• 3 scoops frozen fruit
• 1 scoop frozen sorbet/frozen yogurt/ice cream (optional)
• 1 scoop ice.
• Can add more liquid or regular yogurt depending on what consistency you like

- Strawberry Banana Smoothie

• 8 oz strawberry yogurt
• ½ cup orange juice
• ½ cup frozen strawberries
• 1 ripe banana
• Blend until smooth

- Other ingredients to add are tofu, avocado and flax seeds

Useful tips : 

- You can freeze leftover smoothies
- Freeze watermelon 

Enjoy your summer !

May MOPS Meeting: "Moms favorite things to do over the summer"

Join us for the last MOPS session on May 9, 2012 from 9h30-11h30. We plan to have an open discussion of the moms favorite things to do over the summer.

- Favorite beaches
- Best hikes
- Crafts
- Smoothie recipes
- Favorite museums, zoos or outings
- And other fun activities

Email your suggestions ahead of time to 'karen@swanson.name'.

You do not have to RSVP - just show up! Light breakfast will be served. Childcare provided FREE.

Oasis on April 21 - Overcoming

Join us for a very special Oasis on April 21 as five women from our own community share their stories—stories of change and challenge. Each story is unique, but one thing they all have in common—by the grace of God, they overcame their challenge.

Kassandra Thwaites—Kassandra has made a home here in California, while the rest of her family is half a world away in Singapore. Married to Damien, Kass is mom of 5 year old Natalie and 3 year old Aiden. She’ll be sharing the journey that brought her through changes and trials alike. “God's fingerprints are truly everywhere in our lives!“

Sylvia Judkins—Born and raised in Campbell, Sylvia is married to Jim and is the boy-mom of Daniel and Jack. Sylvia is also acting chair of the Women’s Ministry Steering Team. “I’ll be sharing the story of two people who believed in God but didn’t know the first thing about having a relationship with Him.”

Kathy Hall—The wife of our Senior Minister Randy Hall, Kathy is the mom to three grown daughters and is newly discovering the joys of grand-parenting. Kathy will be talking about overcoming a rough start: “Getting past family of origin issues and allowing God to grow us into the healthy productive servants He intends us to be, rather than staying mired in the past and enslaved in the present.”

Freddie Fortier—A true woman of wisdom learned from hardship, Freddie has an amazing journey and so many stories to tell. She’ll share the secret to survival: “Because I’ve lived it, I’ve experienced it and I’ve managed to get through it. The only magic potion I know of is simply God.”

Alina Sayre—Growing up at Campbell, Alina is the daughter of Steve and Paty Sayre. Her father Steve was diagnosed with cancer when Alina was a child. She will be sharing her story of the seeds God can grow from the ashes of a parent's death early in life.

Do you need an Oasis? Oasis is a place for all women—women who work, women who are raising kids, single women and retired women. No matter what your age or situation, Oasis is for YOU. Monthly, 9-11am in the Oak Room. To RSVP for childcare call 378-4900, x264.

April MOPS Meeting: "Just Too Busy!"

This April 11th from 9h30-11h30am, guest speaker Joanne Kraft talks about being “Just Too Busy!” Encouragement for busy moms.

"There is a common affliction known to moms today; A.D.D. – Activity Denial Disorder. The prognosis is good and the treatment sounds simple enough – slowing down. The first step to recovery is recognizing you are sick to begin with. Joanne Kraft is a recovering A.D.D. mom herself. Her family of six took a twelve month activity time-out. Some called it their radical sabbatical. Find ways to uncover time-stealers in your life and explore peaceful possibilities. Be inspired by the Kraft family’s journey from busy to blessed."

Breakfast and childcare provided. All are welcome!

Playdate this Thursday April 5th

Let's have a playdate at Madeline's home (near the church ) this Thursday April 5th starting at 9h30 am. We will have some snacks for moms and kids. Don't hesitate to bring a toy or two to share. Let us know if you'll join us and we'll send directions.

Hope to see you there !

Special discount for Classical Ballet 'Peter and the Wolf'

Academy of Classical Ballet - California would like to invite Campbell MOPS members a special discount for select seating for our spring performance called “Peter and the Wolf” at Campbell’s Heritage Theatre on Sunday, May 20^th , at 3pm & 6pm.

The show will be around an hour long - perfect for the attention span of young children and those who have not seen ballet before! Also, as a special treat, professional guest artists from The Rawson Project Contemporary Ballet will be presenting two pieces.

When: Sunday, May 20th (3pm & 6pm)

Where: Campbell Heritage Theatre, 1 West Campbell Avenue, Campbell, CA 95008

Tickets: Special discount for MOPS $12 (plus nominal theater fees) – Please mention password “duckling” to get Campbell MOPS special discount (Regular price $15 plus nominal theater fees)

To order tickets, please call (408) 866-2700 or visit the box office, Campbell Heritage Theatre, 1 West Campbell Avenue, Campbell, CA 95008

Presented by Academy of Classical Ballet – California

For more information visit www.AOCBallet.com

MOPS outing this Saturday

Hello fellow moms,

Let's catch up over lunch at Cheesecake Factory at 12h30pm then watch 'The Hunger Games' at 2h35pm at Century 20 Oakridge.

Get your movie ticket ahead of time to guarantee a seat here http://www.fandango.com/century20oakridgeandxd_aarbx/theaterpage.

The Oakridge Mall is located at 925 Blossom Hill Road San Jose, CA 95123. Here is a map of the location: http://g.co/maps/nuu25

We hope you can make it. Please let us know if you will join us for lunch and/or the movie by leaving a comment on our facebook page !

Thank you Cara and Sheena for hosting !

FREE Childcare: TimeOut for Parents on Friday March 30th

FREE Childcare on Friday March 30th.

Everyone needs an occasional “time out” to recharge. Time to be alone, run errands,
or meet a friend without the kids!

The KidZone Children's Ministry wants to offer you a “Time Out” for FREE!

9am-12noon.
For infants through age 5.

Space is limited! Call to make a reservation no later than the Monday prior.
378-4900, x264

Playdate at the Park this Thursday 22nd at 10 am

Hey Moms,

Join us for a playdate at Virginia park in Campbell for some nice outdoors fun. We will be meeting this Thursday March 22nd at 10 am.

The park is located on 460 Virginia Avenue. It has a playground and a small grass area. The park is surrounded by a fence which is nice for parents worried about their little ones wandering into the street.

Hope to see you there !

Thank you Cara and Paige for hosting.

March MOPS Meeting: Anger Management for Moms

Our MOPS topic is Anger Management for Moms with speaker Teresa Drake

Mommy Anger…a dirty little secret no one wants to talk about. Every mom will experience Mommy Anger to some degree, and yet, it’s a topic rarely touched. Many women have never before experienced personal anger with such intensity and don’t quite know what to do about it. Anger Management for Moms identifies the path of anger; what triggers it and options for calming it — and overcoming it. Moms will come away with tips and tools they can use immediately to: manage their anger in the heat of the moment, reduce the potential for anger down the road, and teach simple age-appropriate expressions of anger and conflict resolution to young children.

http://www.teresadrake.com/

When: Wednesday March 14th at 9:30-11:30am

Where: In the Oak room on the campus of the Campbell Church of Christ at 1075 West Campbell in Campbell. Parking is available behind the campus off of Victor Avenue.

Yummy breakfast and childcare provided.

FREE Childcare: TimeOut for Parents on Friday February 24th

FREE Childcare on Friday February 24th !

Everyone needs an occasional “time out” to recharge. Time to be alone, run errands,
or meet a friend without the kids!

The KidZone Children's Ministry wants to offer you a “Time Out” for FREE!

9am-12noon.
For infants through age 5.

Space is limited! Call to make a reservation no later than next Tuesday.
378-4900, x264

Mom's Day Out! This Saturday, February 18

Hey moms! Join us for a fun day out this coming Saturday, February 18! We'll meet for lunch at 12pm at Cheesecake Factory at Oakridge Mall and then see "The Vow" at Century Oakridge Theatres at 2pm. All are welcome - hope you can make it! Email campbellmops (at) gmail (dot) com if you plan to come, so we know to look for you!

Introducing the Question Of The Week

This year, let's start a Question Of The Week (QOTW) on our Facebook page where we would post a question directed to all fellow moms.

It is an opportunity to share insights, ideas, and tips and in the midst of it, get to know each other. For those who attended the last Oasis meeting, it is also a way to find bright spots.

This week, we won't have just one question but three of them - inspired from the same questions that our steering team answered here.

- What’s the best piece of advice you were given about motherhood?

- What are your favorite things to do in your spare time?

- What is your favorite way to be spoiled ?

Do you have any questions to suggest ? Have you ever wondered how other moms do things, what worked for them, what are their family favorites, etc ? Well, now it's your chance to ask. We would be more than pleased to have you post your question as our QOTW. Simply email us at campbellmops@gmail.com or message us on Facebook to let us know.

Free screening of the major motion picture "Courageous"

You are invited to a free screening of the major motion picture “Courageous.” This acclaimed film follows the lives of four police officers discovering what it really means to be a man, that fatherhood is their most courageous feat of all, and true honor begins at home.

Showtimes: Saturday January 28th at 5:15pm and 8:15 pm

In the main auditorium

Free childcare is available by reservation for the first showing at 5:15pm only.

Please call 378-4900, x264 to reserve by January 24. Families are welcome. Film is rated PG-13.

February MOPS Meeting: Let's talk about SEX !

Moms – you do not want to miss this meeting! Valentine’s Day is just around the corner and we are going to be talking…are you ready for this…about SEX!

Guest Speaker Emily Nelson presents: SEX! It’s the Gift That Keeps on Giving! “But,” you say, “Why then is it the one gift I’m too ‘tired’ to open?!”

In this fun, guilt-free presentation, Emily will have you laughing and understanding:

• How sex can be great (even with young kids in the house)
• How to create a sanctuary for sex
• How to connect, rather than reject, the bedroom
• How to embrace “The Quickie”

As Emily shares her 29 years of experience, you will walk away with a renewed passion for the fun and love you and your husband can have in the bedroom and the confidence to become your own SEXpert!

When: Wednesday February 8th at 9:30-11:30am

Where: In the Oak room on the campus of the Campbell Church of Christ at 1075 West Campbell in Campbell. Parking is available behind the campus off of Victor Avenue.

Yummy breakfast and childcare provided.

California Law on Child Passenger Restraints

Please distribute to other parents.

NEW STATE LAW: SB 929 of 2011: Vehicles: Child Passenger Restraints

EFFECTIVE DATE: January 1, 2012

SUMMARY: SB 929 requires that children under the age of 8 OR under 4 feet 9 inches in height must be secured in a car seat or booster seat.

For more information please visit: http://www.chp.ca.gov/community/

Oasis with Guest Speaker Chip Heath this Saturday January 14th

What is Oasis ? It is a monthly event, a place to retreat for all women—women who work, women who are raising kids, single women and retired women. No matter what your age or situation.

This month our guest speaker is Chip Heath. He is a Professor of Organizational Behavior in the Graduate School of Business at Stanford University? He is the co-author of Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is Hard, which debuted at #1 on the New York Times and Wall Street Journal bestseller lists. The Heath brothers previously co-wrote the critically acclaimed book Made to Stick, which was named the Best Business Book of the Year.

Chip will discuss how everyday people have united the rational mind and emotional mind and, as a result, achieved dramatic results.

For more details please view our Women's Ministry page here.

When: Saturday January 14th from 9-11 am in the Oak Room

Where: On the campus of the Campbell Church of Christ at 1075 West Campbell in Campbell. Parking is available behind the campus off of Victor Avenue.

Breakfast will be provided. Free childcare is available by reservation only 378-4900 x 264

MOPS meets Wednesday, January 11th

Self-Control: A MomSense quality

Wouldn't you say that the topic of self-control goes well with new year resolutions? The ability to be in charge of our attitude, actions, behaviors are critical life skills for adults and children. If we model and encourage self-control, our children will adapt this trait in their own lives.

When: Wednesday January 11th from 9:30-11:30

Where: Campbell MOPS meets on the campus of the Campbell Church of Christ and Campbell Christian School at 1075 West Campbell in Campbell. Parking is available behind the campus off of Victor Avenue.

We'll have a light breakfast and free childcare as always. All moms are welcome. And moms with new babies are welcome to bring them into the meeting. Looking forward to seeing you there !