On Sunday, 9/30, Mike and I hosted our website’s Hudson Valley Parents Forum 2nd Annual Fall Fest. This gathering is basically a chance for our on-line community to come “off-line” for the day and meet/connect with other members. We had a beautiful day, a large turn-out, lots of families, fabulous music from bands of fellow parents, fun children’s activities, and fabulous prizes in our penny social. All of the proceeds of the day went to the local charity, “FAMILY”* and we were able to present them with a gift of $1,400!
*(For more than thirty-five years, FAMILY has been a leader locally and in New York State, in Ulster County and beyond, developing programming and supports for people in need. FAMILY’s shelters, emergency food pantries, court advocates, counseling and case management services, hotlines, and child care supports, all work together to help people achieve the changes they seek. For more information, visit http://www.familyofwoodstockinc.org/ ).
Gemma and Papa spent a lot of time with Declan and Quinn that day as Mike and I ran around. Thanks, guys!
Mommy and Quinn sporting the new HVP t-shirts at Fall Fest
Declan and buddy Jack playing tag during Fall Fest
Playground time
Here’s Declan along with friends Ellie (L) and Olivia (R) decorating cupcakes, one of the children’s activities during Fall Fest
