AUGUST PLAY GROUP

Join us for two hours of play, socializing and support.  All ages are welcome!

Thursday, August 1

3:00 to 5:00pm in the kids' section of the Athens Library

MOVIE NIGHT! SHOWING OF "BIRTH STORY: INA MAY GASKIN AND THE FARM MIDWIVES"

Wednesday, July 31

7:00 to 9:00pm at the Athens Public Library

This award-winning documentary captures a spirited group of women who taught themselves how to deliver babies on a 1970s hippie commune, rescued modern midwifery from extinction, and changed the way a generation thought about childbirth.

THANKS TO THIS MONTH'S SPONSOR

RACHEL SZOSTECK, BAREFOOT BOOKS AMBASSADOR

Barefoot Books are award-winning affordable children's books written by independent authors and illustrators that encourage imagination, healthy living and global appreciation.   Rachel is selling Barefoot Books to help raise money for the Desmoid Tumor Research Foundation for her sister-in-law Nicole who has been battling a Desmoid Tumor for over 6 years and 100% of her earnings will go to the DTRF.  She will also be collecting orders for books to donate to Cincinnati Children's, where Nicole has been receiving her treatments. "Like" her page on facebook at facebook.com/barefootinthemeadow to learn about upcoming deals (hint: there will be Christmas in July!) or check out her online store at barefootinthemeadow.org.  

INFERTILITY SUPPORT GROUP

Wednesday, July 3

from 7:00 to 8:00pm

O'Bleness Hospital, lower level room 6

This support group is for anyone affected by infertility. These free groups are offered as a time of sharing and support, and are facilitated by a counseling professional. You can choose to share your story or just sit and listen. Please RSVP by Tuesday, July 2nd, to molly.wales@yahoo.com or 740-591-9409.

* CANCELLED: PLAYGROUP *

This month's playgroup is canceled because it lands on July 4th.  Have a happy holiday!