December 2015

Happy (almost) New Year!

The holidays have quickly come and gone. And, I hope you are left with memories to cherish.  But, how is 2015 already over? I find myself asking this same question year after year.  A friend told me when my daughter was born, “the days are long, but the years are fast.” Nothing has seemed so true until now. 

The club was busy throughout the year hosting events with wild success.  Here are the highlights: Chinese New Year, the Easter Egg Hunt, Mom's Day Plein Air painting, Parents Night at Mozambique, the club’s 10th Birthday celebration at Bluebird, Mom’s night at Tortilla Republic, the Great Halloween Walk, the Sawdust holiday craft, the first Baby Sign class, Mom’s night at the Montage, plus many book club nights and playgroups in between.

I hope 2015 has been good to you.  May your days, even when long, be filled with happiness in the new year!

Ali Del Rosso

Upcoming Events

Clothes for the Cause FUNraiser

When: Saturday, January 23, 2016

Where: Alta Laguna Park

Time: 9:00am-12:00pm

We need your help! The 2016 calendar is chock-full of new events and we want to make them a reality. Help us by filling a bag or two (10 if you feel so inclined) with used household items. Read more>

2016 is a fresh start.  Time to clean out the old closet and tackle that garage. 

Saturday morning (Jan. 23) the Clothes for the Cause truck will meet us to collect our bags while we tailgate kid-friendly style.  Let’s have fun while we raise funds! Read more>

2016 Board Meeting Extravaganza

When: Thurs. January 28, 2016

Where: Spice Merchants

Time: 8:00pm to 10:00pm

Big things are planned for 2016 and we are going to spice things up for our first Board Meeting in January.  Yes, it’s going to be extravagant!  And, yes, it’s still our monthly meeting! Read more>

Happenings in December

4th Annual Montage Night

Mom’s Night at the Montage

On December 2, the ladies of the LBPC descended upon the Montage in annual fashion. There was another great turnout for the 4th Mom’s Night at the Montage. By 8 o’clock, we had taken over most of the lobby bar, rearranging tables and making ourselves feel right at home. The champagne, of course, was free flowing as was the lively conversation. It was the perfect start to the holiday season!

Thanks again to those of you who made this evening memorable.  And, a special thank you to Lauren Nicholson for the thoughtful gifts she brought for each of the ladies who attended.  

LBPC Holiday Toy Drive

Thank you to all of those who participated in the SMALL TOY DRIVE for the children of the Laguna Food Pantry.  Our drive was a huge success, delivering over 110 gifts throughout the month of December to children of low income families.  I was overwhelmed with the generosity of our club members and the support of Nextgen, who also pitched in to make our goal of 100 toys a reality.

We received a thank you note from Board Member Bill Baaden, “I just want you to know that your group brought many smiles to those who received all the gifts, and warmed the hearts of those giving them out, that's what Christmas is all about.

Kristin Miracle Lewis

Boho Wreath Workshop

Post-windstorm

The recent windstorm definitely took its toll on my boho wreath.  Sadly, it looks more like a bird strike with feathers blown every which way as opposed to the chic look it was supposed to achieve. Sigh. If you want a little laugh, check out the post-windstorm picture.  

Though I will say, making the wreath was so much fun. Laughter echoed through the little shop as we hot glued fingers and feathers alike. We sipped wine, nibbled hors d’oeuvres, and shoved feathers into any place they would fit.  Alas, the wreaths turned out fantastic and reflected the personalities of the ladies who made them. Even mine looked good at one point.

A big thank you to Melissa Kanarek, owner of the Brass Tack, for hosting us in her shop.  For cool style and unusual gifts, check out this little gem at 384 Forest.

Feathery fun at Brass Tack

Oh, and don’t forget about…

Meals for New Parents

We offer a free meal to the parents of any LBPC family bringing home a new baby. Parents can choose from several restaurant and menu options. The Club takes care of ordering the food and delivering it to your doorstep.  Contact Nancy Fischer at nshehadey@yahoo.com for details.

Birth Announcements

Have a new baby and want to share your excitement with the club?  Email alexandria_sue@hotmail.com to have the announcement appear in our next newsletter.