Archive for August, 2008

Sunday, August 31st, 2008

Send in Your Testimony to Keep Colwood Green!

The proposal to rezone Colwood Golf Course from open space to industrial goes to the Portland City Council  on September 17th. It is critical that everyone who wants to keep this area open space send in testimony to Keep Colwood Green!
Not sure what to say? Here is a sample letter
Send your testimony to the Portland […]

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Friday, August 29th, 2008

Using Reusable Wipes

Are you feeling comfortable cloth diapering and would like to have your own reusable wipes? It’s so easy! Here’s how we did it!
What you need:

Sealing water resistant container (we used an old disposable wipe container)
Wipes (you can buy Kissaluvs terry wipes at Milagros or just use flannel squares, thin infant wash cloths, we’ve even […]

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Thursday, August 28th, 2008

NE Moms Playgroup on Friday!

A playgroup for NE Moms meets at in the Family Room at Milagros every other Friday at 2:30 pm. The next meet-up is August 29 @ 2:30 pm
The group is open to all - you don’t HAVE to live in NE Portland and there is no charge or RSVP required.
Bringing a snack to share […]

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Wednesday, August 27th, 2008

Calgon Take Me Away!

How does a new mama get a shower when there isn’t another adult around? Two things saved me! A baby bathtub & a shower sling!
When Mila was new, Tony was generally working at home. But then one day he was away at a meeting and I needed a shower…STAT! The bouncy seat outside […]

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Tuesday, August 26th, 2008

Child Care Improvement Project

From the Child Care Improvement Project:
The Child Care Improvement Project (CCIP) works with family child care providers to help improve the quality of child care and ensure that children receive nurturing, safe and developmentally appropriate care. Providers attend monthly trainings and meetings, receive regular home visits, and work with a coordinator to address their individual […]

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Tuesday, August 26th, 2008

Keep Colwood Green Coalition Meeting - Join Us!

[ September 4, 2008; 7:00 pm; ] Keep Colwood Green Coalition Meeting on September 4

The Keep Colwood Green Coalition meeting is 7:00pm – 8:30pm on Thursday, September 4th, at Grace Presbyterian Church, 6025 NE Prescott, Portland, OR 97218.. The meeting is open to anyone who supports the mission of keeping Colwood zoned as open space.

The proposal to rezone Colwood Golf Course from […]

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Monday, August 25th, 2008

Take a Pause with the Queen

Jennifer has been doing some blogging for MotherSource. Here is a piece she did on a couple of our favorite places to eat:
My family and I are always keeping our eyes peeled for family friendly restaurants near our home, and we have found two that we visit regularly. For “sit down” meals where […]

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Sunday, August 24th, 2008

Baby Sign Language Classes at Milagros

From My Smart Hands:
My Smart Hands with Maria is pleased to announce that a new Level One session will be taught in the Family Room at Milagros Boutique.
What to expect from a Level One Class:
These sessions introduce you to every day words, family signs, foods, animals, emotions, opposites, bed time, and play signs. You […]

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Saturday, August 23rd, 2008

Mama Earth’s Playgroup of Color

[ September 20, 2008; 11:00 am; ] Come join M.E.P.C. - Mama Earth’s Playgroup of Color for some tea-n-chat time on Sept 20th, 11 a.m. - 12:30 p.m. (located in the backroom of Milagros)
This will be an opportunity to meet & discuss “Positive-Parenting”
~ Share with us what’s going on at home (ex: toddler, napping, eating issues…)
From the group facilitator:

We are […]

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Saturday, August 23rd, 2008

Last Day of Our Sling Fling!

Come in Sunday, August 24 for the best prices of the season on our full selection of slings and carriers! And great prices on Robeez!

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