Hello neighbours!
Registration for the fall session of Playgroup is now open, so I wanted to take a minute to introduce Mount Pleasant Playgroup for those who haven’t heard of us yet! Run by parent volunteers, Playgroup allows children a fun, unstructured play environment while allowing caregivers a well-deserved opportunity to relax and socialize with friends and neighbours.
The Mount Pleasant Playgroup started in the fall of 1981 – we are 43 years old! After the pandemic forced Playgroup to take a break, it was difficult to get it off the ground again, but we’ve been slowly building it back up and while it may look different than it used to, we’ve been having lots of fun! I have found Playgroup invaluable – I moved to Mount Pleasant in 2020 and didn’t have many opportunities to meet people, and being part of Playgroup has connected me with so many neighbours with kids the same age as mine – I always see people I know at the park and the pool, and I feel very fortunate to be part of such a vibrant community!
Playgroup isn’t just for moms – dads, grandparents, and nannies are all a part of our community, too. So, whether you’re looking for a place where your little ones can adjust to being around other littles before starting daycare or preschool or just somewhere your kids can play freely while you get some time to connect with other adults, I hope you’ll consider joining us!
We could also use your help! We’re looking for keyholders and volunteers for board positions, including Vice-Chair and Treasurer.
Vice-Chair: The Vice-Chair supports the Chair and board, acts as a contact for Playgroup information, and prepares to take on the Chair role the following year.
Purchaser/Treasurer: The Purchaser/Treasurer attends playgroup board meetings, manages finances, and creates the annual budget for MPCA board approval.
Secretary: The Secretary takes minutes at Playgroup Executive meetings, distributes them to members, maintains playgroup documents, and manages duty rosters.
Keyholders: Keyholders volunteer to open and close the facility on their playgroup day and serve as leaders and liaisons to the board for their group.
Hope to meet you and your little ones soon!
Your Playgroup Chair,
Kimberley Adams
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