Ask RESTONMOM - 11/10/08

Dear Restonmom,
"'I'm a North Reston Mom that is looking for a playgroup for my 2 year old son.  His big brother is now in preschool five mornings a week and I'd love for him to be able to develop some friendships on his own.  Any suggestions??
Also, I'd love to start a playdate of some sort for my oldest son with other kids that will be going to Armstrong elementary in the Fall of 2009, but not sure where to get started.  We thought this would be a good transition step.  He's in preschool in Great Falls, so we don't know tons of kids that would feed into Armstrong.  Any suggestions???  Thanks for any help you can offer :)" - Kelli

Dear Kelli,
   I'm not really sure how to go about finding or starting a playgroup.  Most groups of which I've been a part have happened through natural social networking. 
   One suggestion is to enroll in some activities that include children who are around the same age (something at the community center, for an example).  If you find a natural connection with another mom or two, you can invite them for play dates and maybe begin a regular group.  Or if you know of other moms in your neighborhood, you can host a get-together so that everyone can meet and maybe plant the idea of a neighborhood play group.  You may find groups that are already meeting at a community center or through some simple research. I'll post a few links following this response, though there are undoubtedly more.
I don't have any good suggestions regarding an Armstrong Elementary playgroup, other than to either inquire about posting something in the school or otherwise for anyone who might be interested or to try to get hold of some names and numbers and get bold about tracking down a few parents and planning something.
I hope that has been somewhat helpful, perhaps other readers will have more to offer as well.
www.newcomersclub.com
Reston Moms and Babies
MOMs Club International, Reston chapter
meetup

Comments

[Monica]

Mother's First has a very active chapter in Reston/Herndon. Playgroups, field trips, moms nights out, etc.
www.mothersfirst.org/

[Janet Thrash]

To inquire about the Reston Moms Club - please email momsclubofreston@yahoo.com
We would love to have new moms join our group and find a playgroup for their children!