MLK Day of Service with Cradles to Crayons

Cradles to Crayons MLK Day of Service drop site at the Swarthmore Community Center, hosted by The MOMS Club of Media 

What We Need

We are in dire need the below current items:

• New or Gently Winter Boots and Shoes – infant to adult 9
• New or Gently Coats (Hats and Gloves)- infant to 14/16
• New or Gently Coats - long pants - 5/6 to 14/16
• New Socks and Underwear- 2T to 14/16
• New PJ’s - infant to 14/16

• Clothing, sizes newborn - 14/16 (youth) 
• Winter boots, sneakers, and sandals (infant/child sizes 0–13 and youth/adult sizes 1–10)
• Hats, gloves, scarves 
• Fall/Spring jackets, sizes newborn - 14/16 (youth) 
• Books, especially baby board books and chapter books for children ages 10-12
• New arts and crafts/school supplies 
• Baby crib & bassinet bedding (no bumpers, please)
• Baby carriers (sling, Bjorn, Snuggli, etc.)
• Diaper Bags
• Diapers 
• Baby equipment, especially strollers, pack-n-plays and car seats (car seats must be less than 5 years old)
  • Other items we accept: high chairs, baby swings/rockers, baby bouncy seats, baby bath tubs
  • No cribs, please 
• Baby safety equipment (gates, bed rails, outlet covers, cabinet locks, etc.) 
• New baby hygiene supplies
• Batteries, especially AA and C

What We Can’t Accept

• ADULT CLOTHING sizes M, L, XL+
• Due to the recent drop‐side crib recall, we are no longer accepting cribs of any kind
• Stuffed animals
• Car seats older than five years or that have been in an accident 
• DVDs/CDs/VHS tapes/computer games
• Furniture
• Room decor
• Religious books/toys, including Christmas/Easter/Hannukah/Kwanzaa related items
• Books about families (“I Love Mommy,” “Daddy and I”)
• Underwear or socks out of its package or that are used 
• Used bathing suits
• High-heeled shoes and shoes that are not in great condition
• Soccer cleats 
• Clothing that is stained, torn, or has family writing ("mommy", "daddy", etc.) 
• Military related or violent toys/games (no guns of any type) 
• Oversized plastic play toys (please no toys larger than 24 inches) 
• Large backyard toys, slides, swings, baby pools, and structures
• Used hygiene products
• Baby food
• Breast feeding supplies
• Used arts and crafts/school supplies

Pictures with Santa, you can even bring the dog!

Claus & Paws hosted by the Swarhtmore Community Center

Saturday, December 1st from 9 am-noon

Family & dog friendly Pictures with Santa to benefit the SPCA

Cost: Monetary Donation

Where: Swarthmore Community Center 715 Harvard Avenue Swarthmore

More info: www.swarthmorecommunitycenter.org

In addition to photos with Santa, the Community Center will also be hosting a towel & sheets drive for the SPCA, please drop them off during the event!  

Today-Makin' Music at Swarthmore Community Center Playgroup!

Today Makin' Music will be stopping by the Swarthmore Community Center to have a little fun during Playgroup! The Makin' Music time is free with admission to Playgroup.

Meets on the second floor of the Swarthmore Community Center, Wednesdays, from 9:30am – 11:15am.

The cost is $5 per child, per session for the first two children you bring (the 3rd and 4th are free!) Season passes will also be available for purchase in October for a discounted price.

Our playgroup is for children ages 9 months – 4 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult. We’ll play, sing songs, and read stories. We’ll also have occasional special activities throughout the season. Come play with us! Meet new people, make new friends, and hang out with old friends


HERE for more details.

New Year's Eve Ideas!!!

Countdown to Noon on the 31st with the Swarthmore Community Center

Countdown to Noon with the Lansdowne Public Library starts at 11:30 on Friday! (Say hi to Miss Rachée for me!)

Romparoo has a few parties!

Main Line Parent has a great list too, so check it out HERE!

Countdown to Noon-Family New Year's Eve Party

Last year's balloon drop!

The Swarthmore Community Center is busy planning their 2nd annual Countdown to Noon-Family Friendly New Years Eve Party! 

December 31st from 11 am-12:30 pm, join them at 715 Harvard Avenue, Swarthmore for games, crafts, snacks & prizes...plus a BALLOON DROP at noon!  Only $5 per child, $10 per family!

Click  HERE to RSVP on Facebook!   Happy New Year!!!

Swarthmore Community Center Playgroup

Meets on the second floor of the Swarthmore Community Center, Wednesdays, from 9:30am – 11:15am.

The cost is $5 per child, per session for the first two children you bring (the 3rd and 4th are free!) Season passes will also be available for purchase in October for a discounted price.

Our playgroup is for children ages 9 months – 4 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult. We’ll play, sing songs, and read stories. We’ll also have occasional special activities throughout the season. Come play with us! Meet new people, make new friends, and hang out with old friends


HERE for more details.

Reminder~FREE Playgroup Open House!!!

The 2011-2012 season will begin with a free open house on Wednesday, October 12, 2011. Invite your friends, family, and neighbors!
Playgroup will meet for 21 sessions, (including the free open house) October through March (any snow days will be made up in April). We meet on the second floor of the Swarthmore Community Center, Wednesdays, from 9:30am – 11:15am.

The cost is $5 per child, per session for the first two children you bring (the 3rd and 4th are free!) Season passes will also be available for purchase in October for a discounted price.

Our playgroup is for children ages 9 months – 4 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult. We’ll play, sing songs, and read stories. We’ll also have occasional special activities throughout the season. Come play with us! Meet new people, make new friends, and hang out with old friends


HERE for more details

Delaware County Moms on 6 ABC!!!

In case you were not up at 6:45 this morning, here is the video! You can check out Amy Buckman on Facebook HERE! Tell her I said hello ;)

Swarthmore Community Center Playgroup~Free Open House

The 2011-2012 season will begin with a free open house on Wednesday, October 12, 2011. Invite your friends, family, and neighbors!
Playgroup will meet for 21 sessions, (including the free open house) October through March (any snow days will be made up in April). We meet on the second floor of the Swarthmore Community Center, Wednesdays, from 9:30am – 11:15am.

The cost is $5 per child, per session for the first two children you bring (the 3rd and 4th are free!) Season passes will also be available for purchase in October for a discounted price.

Our playgroup is for children ages 9 months – 4 years. Children must be accompanied by an adult. We’ll play, sing songs, and read stories. We’ll also have occasional special activities throughout the season. Come play with us! Meet new people, make new friends, and hang out with old friends


HERE for more details!