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| Bedford Families & Neighbors Association (BFNA) |
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| The Bedford Families & Neighbors Association (BFNA) is being established to serve the social needs of the community and to provide residents with the opportunity to become involved in and receive information about local organizations and events. In addition, BFNA hopes to plan various community activities throughout the year and is seeking non-for-profit status.
If you are interested in joining the Bedford Families & Neighbors Association please dowload the BNFA form, return the bottom portion and someone will contact you shortly.
Click here to download BFNA Form, or BFNA@optonline.net |
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| Larchmont Newcomers' Club |
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| The Larchmont Newcomers' Club is a social and charitable organization that has offered a social outlet to residents of Larchmont, Mamaroneck, and New Rochelle since the early 1950's. For more information about the organization, please contact our hotline at 914.973.LNC1, P.O. Box 943, Larchmont, NY 10538 or visit our website at
www.larchmontnewcomersclub.com |
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| Pound Ridge Newcomers & Neighbors Club |
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| PRNNC is a non-profit social and civic organization that welcomes new residents to the Pound Ridge area and builds relationships amongst our neighbors. We do this through a number of fun and exciting activities and events covering a wide range of interests. Our club offers a great opportunity to meet people in the area and discover our town and community. We are open to residents in Pound Ridge, Bedford and Lewisboro. For more information, please contact Nikki at 763-5073,
www.prnnc.org, prnewcomers@hotmail.com |
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| Rye Newcomers & Neighbors' Club |
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| The Rye Newcomers and Neighbors' Club is a social organization that will introduce you to the Rye community and provide you with a sense of ongoing camaraderie through many events and activities. We welcome all residents of Rye, Rye Brook, Purchase, Port Chester, and Harrison. And you don't have to be new to the area in order to join! For membership information please contact Liza 914-481-4726 or Catherine 914-921-3298 or visit
www.ryenewcomersclub.net |
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| Parenting Organizations and Play Groups |
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| Bedford Babies |
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| Bedford Babies at the Bedford Free Library. Are you a new parent who could use all the help you can get? Join Adrian Kalikow, M.Ed., in an
eight-week program designed to help new parents share the joys & challenges of parenthood. Parents (accompanied by their babies 11 months or less) will gather to discuss the many issues that arise with a new infant. No fee, space is limited. Registration is required. Call 914.234.3570 or register in the Children's Room.
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| Bedford Preschool Group (BPG)
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 The Bedford Preschool Group organizes and promotes activities for preschool children and their families in the town of Bedford. BPG works with the whole community-- Bedford's libraries, businesses and parks to offer monthly events for children aged five and under, as well as hosting innovative evening events for parents. For more information, call 914.234.0345. Download playgroup form or visit www.bedfordpg.org. |
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| Bronx/Lower Westchester Stay at Home Moms Group |
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 While we are a very diverse group of women, we have a few things in common: the love we have for our children, the desire to see our children experience happiness and reach their full potential, and the hope we have to form new friendships with other mothers. While the majority of our members are stay at home moms, several of our members work from home or are employed on a part time/full time basis outside of the home. The way our group runs is similar to the saying "It takes a village to raise a child." TOGETHER, our members organize activities and plan events that help meet the developmental needs of all of our children. Socialization activities: Playdates, park outings & holiday celebrations. Educational activities: Trips to the library & childrens' museums, arts & crafts activities. Character Building Activities: Community service events where our children participate. Motherhood comes with its fair share of challenges. Being a stay at home mom can be very stressful. Our group sponsors monthly Mom's Night Out events as well as Couples Night Out events & Family Events on the weekends for all to enjoy. We hope you choose to join us on this amazing journey with our children.
Visit the Bx/Lowerwestchester SAHM group or email Bx-Lowerwestchester-SAHM-owner@yahoogroup |
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| Hebrew Congregation of Somers |
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| Mommy & Me Groups at Hebrew Congregation of Somers. Run by the Rosenthal JCC and led by a nurturing early childhood teacher, Mommy & Me is a wonderful introduction to a group experience for moms and tots. Activities include music, movement, arts and crafts, and much more. The fall season runs Tuesdays, October through December. The group for children 12 to 17 months will meet from 9:30 AM to 10:30 AM; the group for children 18 to 24 months will meet from 11:00 AM to 12:15 PM. The cost is $150/10 sessions for members of the JCC or Hebrew Congregation of Somers and $180 for non-members. For more information on Mommy & Me, contact the Rosenthal JCC in Yorktown at 914-736-3076. For more information on Hebrew Congregation of Somers, call 914-248-9532 or e-mail info@hebrewcongregationofsomers.org.
Hebrew Congregation of Somers, northern Westchester/Putnam's Reconstructionist synagogue, is located at Cypress Lane and Mervyn Drive in Shenorock. We offer a warm, friendly atmosphere, vibrant Hebrew School program, teen youth group, weekly Shabbat services, monthly family services, festive holiday celebrations, adult education, an active Sisterhood, and special holiday workshops throughout the year for 4- and 5-year-olds.
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| Holistic Moms Network |
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| The Holistic Moms Network is a non-profit support and discussion network for moms with an interest in natural/holistic and alternative health and parenting. Our goal is to develop a thriving local community of holistic parents with a wide range of interests. The Westchester Chapter offers monthly meetings every first Saturday at 10:30am, Full Circle Family Care, 1241 Mamaroneck Ave., White Plains, on a variety of natural health and parenting topics as well as activities such as playgroups for new moms. For more information please contact Rosie Murtagh, rosiemurtagh@optonline.net or 914.309.8362 or visit
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| Jewish Family Congregation's Early Childhood Center
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| The Jewish Family Congregation is now forming a group for toddlers and parents called the Creation Station, beginning late January. Weekly program to include play, art activities, music, movement, and discussion of child development issues. The Early Childhood Center also has a nursery program for children ages 2, 3, and 4 years. For information, call 914.763.3028, X15.
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| Miracle Playgroup |
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| Specifically for New Moms in their late 30's and up that have successfully conceived their babies through IVF. At "MIRACLE" Playgroup, clearly one of the best benefits is the feeling of belonging - but there are other benefits too and that's making new friends and new life long friends for your babies.
Newcomers are commonly relieved and happy to find themselves in the company of so many others that have faced infertility. The feeling of being different starts to fade as new Moms share stories that are familiar. That in itself joins you with other people, even though you may not know them well.
Dates are listed on Essentialmom.com's event pages. If you are interested in joining "MIRACLE" Playgroup, call or email Deb at 914.234.2540. miracleplaygroup@yahoo.com |
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| Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS)
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| Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) welcomes all mothers of children ages 0 to 5 years old. We met the first Thursday of every month from September to June. Meetings start at 9:30 a.m. to 11:45 a.m. Each month we have a speaker discussing different aspects of raising children and motherhood. There is a discussion time with small groups and a creative activity. Don't worry about skipping breakfast-- we have plenty of great food. Our friendly greeters will help you at the door and help you get the kids settled into their classrooms. Come when you can and leave when you must.
The MOPPETS program provides safe and nurturing childcare for the little ones. Children are grouped by age and have a great time playing together. Snack is provided.
We meet at Bedford Community Church, 160 Bedford Center Road, Bedford Hills, NY 10507. For more information, visit our website at bccmops.citadel.org or call Melissa Cancro at (914) 244-3158
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| Mothers & More |
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 Mothers and More of Westchester County is the BEST way to connect with other moms in the area! Join us for:
- Age specific weekly playgroups
- Mom's night out without the kids
- Activities for kids of all ages: arts & crafts, holiday parties, and park dates
There's something new for you and your child to experience every week!
For more information, visit www.momsofwestchester.com or by email
newmemberinfo@momsofwestchester.com
For more information on our National Chapter, visit www.mothersandmore.org |
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| Nanny Alliance |
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| The Nanny Alliance of NY and NJ is coming up on its second year in October 2007. The group was created with the mission of educating and supporting area nannies in NY, NJ and CT through a multitude of resources: our Yahoo Group, e-mail newsletter, job opportunities, social and educational events and most importantly, foundations for friendships. Nanny Alliance of NY and NJ takes great pride in creating a stronger nanny community in the Metro NY/NJ/CT area, as well as remaining an independent group that is fully supported, financially, by nannies through their membership dues. Nanny Alliance of New York and New Jersey: Nanny Support Group for nannies in NY, NJ and Southern CT, Andrea Flagg and Erin Briscoe-- Founders & Moderators,
www.nannyalliancenyandnj.com Info@nannyalliancenyandnj.com |
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| Northern Westchester Parent-Child Group
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| Since its founding in 1980, the Northern Westchester Parent-Child Group,
Inc. has been committed to providing a quality program in which both
parents and children participate. The program provides a safe setting where
children are nurtured, engaged and encouraged to discover their world
together with their parents and teachers. At the same time, NWPCG offers a
place for parents to come together to exchange ideas and experiences, to
share successes and to tackle challenging issues under the guidance of a
trained facilitator. NWPCG is located in Bedford Village, NY. For more
information, please call (914) 234-4119 or visit
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| Our Children Ourselves |
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| Our Children Our Selves is a not-for-profit organization devoted to the physical, intellectual, social and spiritual development of young children and the adults who love and care for them. Our focus is on empowering parents and their children to develop into their potential and independence in a warm nurturing environment. Our staff includes trained professionals with over 40 years of Montessori-based early childhood education experience. Address: 590 Davenport Avenue, New
Rochelle, NY 10805 (914) 633-5425.
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| Parents Place |
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| Parents Place. Come with your preschool-age children to play and meet new friends. Our walk-in group programs welcome all families and their children birth to five. Programs last for 2 hours and include socialization experiences and developmentally appropriate activities such as art, music, water & sand play, indoor slide, blocks, small manipulatives, play kitchen area, library and so much more. All activities are facilitated by a professional staff of early childhood educators and social workers. The staff is available to parents and provides information about child development, parenting techniques, support, and referrals. No pre-registration required. NO FEE. A donation of up to $15 per family, per session, is suggested. A not-for-profit community agency. 3 Carhart Avenue, White Plains, NY 10605. 914-948-5187 www.parentsplaceinc.org.
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| Pound Ridge Little Ones |
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 The Pound Ridge Little Ones is a group of mothers who coordinate events for children in Pound Ridge. Past events have included our annual Halloween party, a snowman party, a Valentines Day party, and a St. Patrick's Day party. In addition to our monthly events, PRLO's hosts a weekly playgroup at the Hiram Halle Memorial Library and publishes a newsletter at least twice a year. To find out more information or to join our mailing list please call Laura Henry at 764-4230.
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| Rivertown Twins Group:
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| The Rivertown Twins Group serves parents of multiples throughout Dobbs Ferry, Hastings, Irvington, and Tarrytown. Meetings are generally held the last Tuesday of the month. For more information please contact Yasmine at 914-478-1834 or email tltpearl5@aol.com
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| Rosenthal JCC of Northern Westchester |
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| Rosenthal JCC Parenting Center offers innovative programs for infants and toddlers with their parents or caregivers. Young children thrive in an atmosphere that encourages learning through exploratory play and creativity. Our professionally planned programs are geared to promote physical, emotional, social and intellectual development in children 24 months and younger. Parenting workshops and discussion groups provide a forum for learning and tackling challenges for first-time as well as seasoned parents. Rosenthal JCC of Northern Westchester, 914.741.0333,
www.rosenthaljcc.org |
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| Stay-At-Home Moms Group of Putnam/Northern Westchester: |
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| The stay at home moms group was originally founded by a Mom in April of 2003. We currently have 83 full/part time stay at home moms (SAHM) who live in Putnam and Northern Westchester. Most events and Moms are located close to Route 6. We have children of all ages in the group, but the average ages are from newborn to 5 years. Our events range from playdates, days at the park, day trips and even a monthly Mom's night out! On the website we have a Message Board that we use to recommend local doctors and businesses, give parenting advice or just chat about what is going on in our lives.
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| The Parent Connection:
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| The Parent Connection is a non-profit cooperative program which offers playgroups for ages 0 to 4 years. Playgroups run Mondays through Fridays from 9:30 to 11:30am at the Lutheran Church across from Northern Westchester Hospital in Mount Kisco (no religious affiliation). Each playgroup includes play time, a snack, and an arts and crafts project. The Parent Connection has a new mother's group for parents of children under 9 months, but all other groups are mixed age groups, allowing you to bring siblings of varying ages and abilities. Membership fees cover your weekly playgroup (from September through January) and special events. Fee: $195 for the 1st child, $50 for each additional, and $165 if the first child is under 1 year. Free trial visits are offered anytime! Grab your friends or go find new ones. For more information or to sign up, call 914.378.5007 or visit www.mountkiscoparentcenter.com |
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| Toddler Playgroup NY
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| Toddler Playgroup, NY. Members are mothers, stay at home, and working moms, with toddlers, mostly born in 2002, 2003, and 2004, living in mid-Westchester County, New York, towards and along the Hudson River towns of the Lower Hudson Valley Region. Siblings are welcome too. Our purpose is to bring together moms and their toddlers, to form playgroups, allowing our children (and us) to socialize and build relationships.
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| Westchester Single Parents Meetup Group |
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| Westchester Single Parents Meetup. Need support and understanding about raising kids on your own? Let us come together to support each other in raising happy, healthy kids in a fast paced and often lonely world. http://singleparents.meetup.com/401/ cdiclemente@nyc.rr.com |
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| Working Moms |
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| Pound Ridge Working Mother's Group |
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| A weekend-based forum in Pound Ridge and surrounding towns for working moms to socialize their children, share information, network, and most importantly-- HAVE FUN. Monthly weekend playdates at rotating homes * Monthly Mother's Night Out * Quarterly Couples/Family Events. For more information, visit
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| National Association of Women Business Owners |
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 This local chapter of a respected national organization (www.nawbo.org) presents ideal opportunities for women business owners who live and/or work in Westchester to: Build business through networking; benefit from exclusive programs; be inspired by the success of other women business owners and enjoy benefits of national NAWBO membership. NAWBO is committed to mentoring, strengthening the wealth-creating ability of its members and protecting their business assets, transforming public policy, educating members on corporate supplier diversity programs and forming strong affiliations with corporate partners. For membership information, contact Susan Eckstein at 914-347-8222 or
www.nawbowestchester.org snepins@att.net |
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