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November 2013 President's Note

Greetings, October started out with my husband being laid off right before our family vacation to Disneyland. We peeled ourselves off the floor & had an awesome trip anyway, returning ready for a new beginning. But I must say, this is definitely a year I'll be happy to move on from even though I'm thankful for many sweet family moments! Halloween was a whole new event this year as Fiona was totally into the festivities. She walked for over 2 hours up & down hills, asking "just one more house!?" a zillion times. I finally convinced her to head home where she promptly pulled up her rainbow chair & watched every trick or treater arriving at our door. And it was so fun to see all the great costumes at Solvang the day before. I was back there last Friday to pick up pictures and they thanked us again for taking the time to bring smiles into their center. I'll be sending out an Evite soon with details about this years Family Giving. The MOMS Club Founder's Day Luncheon is next weekend so we'll have fun info to share at the November member meeting! I am ever thankful for all you wonderful ladies that make this club so great. Have a great day &
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Book Club
This month, the book club is reading The Light Between Oceans by H.L. Stedman. We will meet on Wednesday, November 6. Summary From the Publisher: "After four harrowing years on the Western Front, Tom Sherbourne returns to Australia and takes a job as the lighthouse keeper on Janus Rock, nearly half a days journey from the coast. To this isolated island, where the supply boat comes once a season and shore leaves are granted every other year at best, Tom brings a young, bold, and loving wife, Isabel. Years later, after two miscarriages and one stillbirth, the grieving Isabel hears a babys cries on the wind. A boat has washed up onshore carrying a dead man and a living baby. Tom, whose records as a lighthouse keeper are meticulous and whose moral principles have withstood a horrific war, wants to report the man and infant immediately. But Isabel has taken the tiny baby to her breast. Against Toms judgment, they claim her as their own and name her Lucy. When she is two, Tom and Isabel return to the mainland and are reminded that there are other people in the world. Their choice has devastated one of them. M. L. Stedmans mesmerizing, beautifully written novel seduces us into accommodating Isabels decision to keep this gift from God. And we are swept into a story about extraordinarily compelling characters seeking to find their North Star in a world where
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hope to see you soon! Anneka McMillen President, MOMS Club of Eugene, OR
Preschool Pumpkin Patch visit

there is no right answer, where justice for one person is anothers tragic loss. The Light Between Oceans is exquisite and unforgettable, a deeply moving novel." When: Wednesday, November 6 @ 8:00 pm Where: Townshend's Eugene Tea House (41 West Broadway)

New Member Corner:

This past month, we gained several new members. Here are some fun facts about them: Kayla Edwards has one son, Liam, who was born in February. Kayla enjoys walking and is looking forward to MOMS Night Out! Rachel Henderson is the mother of two-year-old Olivia, and enjoys arts and crafts, exercise, music, sports, and cooking.

Things to Look Forward to in November:

We have a very full month planned for MOMS Club in November. Here are some of the highlights: Not one but TWO gatherings at Splash! at Lively Park in Springfield (Nov. 5 and Nov. 21) A busy bag swap on the 19th Kids Skate at Skate World on the 18th MOMS Night Out on the 12th Art Inside at Elena's House on the 15th. And much more! See the calendar and your evites for a complete list of events.

Melinda Poor is the mother of Chani, who just turned four this month, and Oliver, who is turning one! She is interested in crochet, watercolor, Spanish, and Italian. We're glad you've joined us, ladies!

October Highlights
Making masks (& face painting too!), Pumpkin Patch hay ride, cooking with kids & coffee time!

Halloween Party at Solvang Retirement Center

We had a great time Trick-or-Treating at Solvang this year! Here are some of our favorite pictures (below) as well as a short video (above):

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Coffee Time

November Member Meeting

Our next member meeting will be on Thursday, November 14 at 10:00 am. Meet us at Wesley United Methodist Church to visit with friends, enjoy some snacks and make some fall crafts!

New Baby Corner

To our knowledge, we didn't have any new babies this past month... which hasn't happened in a while! Stay tuned for more adorable newborn pictures in the next few months.

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.

Member Birthdays and Anniversaries in November

Fall Recipe Exchanges Continue

We have more recipe exchanges coming up in November and the early part of December. Watch your evites and join in the deliciousness! Holiday Cookie Exchange When: Thursday, Nov 7, 3pm Where: Laura Bottem's House Thanksgiving Recipe Exchange When: Monday, Nov 11, 3pm Where: Bridget Beal's House

Member Renewal Anniversaries: Anna Braun (2012) Christy Forrest (2010)

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Member Birthdays: Angelique Hanscom (Nov 4) Rachael Parkin (Nov 10) Jessica Randall (Nov 11) Andi Graham (Nov 16) Amber von Arx (Nov 30) Kid Birthdays: Chani Bolas (11/2/2009) Elise Lamb (11/8/2004) Jimmy6 Hendrix (11/8/2010) Oliver Bolas (11/15/2012) Marcus Lamb (11/16/2010) Hallie Jorgenson (11/17/2010) Hudson Blain (11/18/2010) Addilyn Neu (11/19/2012) Rachael Kincaid (11/29/2011) Kade Sterry (2010)

Photos below are from the Kids Recipe Exchange & Cooking Event!

Celebrating a member anniversary soon? Contact Shireen to let her know if you'd like to renew your membership. Celebrating a birthday but you didnt get your name in this months column? Send roster corrections/updates to Kami.

Playgroup Corner
Playgroups are a great way to connect with Moms of kids with similar ages. Babies 2009 & older We don't currently have a regular meeting time for this group. Contact Linsey Dalgleish if you're interested in getting one started. Yogurt drops Babies 2010 AM "Blue" Playgroup* meets on Wednesdays, from 10am to Noon. Members take turns hosting. Contact Mary Suelzle for location information.

Recipe of the Month : Betsy's Mandarin Orange Salad

from allrecipes.com, Recommended by Mary Suelzle: "This salad has been a stand-by for my mom and Grandma for years. Delicious, and perfect for all those mandarin oranges that will be available in the next few months!"
Original recipe makes 5 servings

Babies 2010 PM "Purple" Playgroup* meets on Wednesdays from 2:004:00. Members take turns hosting. Contact Shireen Wright and she'll add you to the facebook group so you can get the skinny on locations. Babies 2010 Everybody Monthly Playgroup* meets on the third Wednesday from 2:00-4:00 in lieu of the blue and purple divided groups. Members take turns hosting. Contact Rachael Parkin for more information.
Playgroup fun at Amazon Park

Babies 2011 Playgroup also meets on Wednesdays, starting at 10:00. Members take turns hosting. Contact Shanna Chess to get in the loop.
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1/2 cup vegetable oil 1/4 cup cider vinegar 1/2 cup white sugar, divided 2 teaspoons dried or fresh parsley 1 teaspoon salt 1 pinch ground black pepper 1/2 cup sliced almonds 1 head red leaf lettuce - rinsed, dried and torn (or spinach!) 1 red onion, chopped 1 cup chopped celery 2 (11 ounce) cans mandarin orange segments, drained, or 5-6 fresh mandarin oranges, segmented. Babies 2012/2013 Playgroup is now meeting on Fridays from 10:00Noon. Members take turns hosting. Contact Bridget Beal or Linsey Dalgleish for more information. *We have split the 2010 group in two, due to size and new pre-school schedules for many of the members. Contact Anneka to let her know which one you'd like to be a part of. These groups will still meet all together once a month. Watch for all-ages play dates on the facebook page and via e-mail!

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 email Anneka or Mary directly with ideas.

Directions 1. In a jar with a tight fitting lid, combine the oil, vinegar, sugar, parsley, salt and pepper. Cover and shake well. Refrigerate until use. 2. In a medium saucepan over medium low heat, cook and stir the almonds and sugar until the sugar is melted and the almonds are coated. Remove from heat, cool, and break apart. Store at room temperature until ready to serve salad. 3. In a large bowl, toss together the lettuce, celery, oranges, almonds and dressing until evenly coated, or serve dressing on the side. (This recipe makes a lot of dressing)

Meet your executive board members ...

MOMS Club Regional Coordinators

Have questions or concerns about how our chapter functions? Contact one of these ladies:

anneka, laura, kami, mary, bridget & shireen

Area Coordinator Leigh Flynn (971) 404-5931 State Coordinator Jenn Betz (808) 626-0131 Asst Regional Coordinator Theresa Tenney (425) 333-6928

Meet your co-ordinators ...

nicole, elena & linsey

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MOMS Club of Eugene Board 2012-2013

President Anneka McMillen Administrative VP Laura Bottem Membership VP Kami Hendrix Marketing VP Mary Suelzle Secretary Bridget Beal Treasurer Shireen Wright Big Sister and Helping Hands Coordinator Nicole Flores MOMS Night Out Coordinator Elena Brabb Playgroup Coordinator Linsey Dalgleish

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