The Christmas gnome homes are out!
Thanks to Angela Maloney and Deborah Hankins, whose little ones meticulously create each scene and we have so much fun doing these each and every year! Have fun searching for gnomes and supporting our local businesses. Gnomes can be found by the following locations: The Oxford Creamery Lenora’s Restaurant Uptown Coffee YaYa's Frozen Yogurt Boure Belles and Beaus Saint Leo Restaurant Funkys jcg apparel Square Books Cicada Proud Larry's Village Tailor Hinton & Hinton Neilson's Square Books, Jr. JANE City Hall Phone booth St. Peter's Episcopal Church Oxford University United Methodist Church 
Elf Scavenger Hunt
When: Tuesday, December 1 – Wednesday, December 30 Where: Various Downtown Square Businesses What: Help Visit Oxford find their elves! 12 elves are scattered between different businesses in the historic downtown Square. Pick up a card at Visit Oxford to participate & return your card once you’ve found them all to be entered in a prize drawing on the 30th. You do not need to be present to win. The drawing will be at 3:30 p.m on the 30th. 
Oxford Reverse Christmas Parade:
When: Monday, December 7: 5:30 p.m. – 8 p.m. Where: mTrade Park 328 Old Sardis Rd, Oxford, MS 38655 Drive by to view participating floats and performances at mTrade Park. The event is being presented by the North Central Mississippi Realtors, City of Oxford and the Oxford Lafayette County Chamber of Commerce. This event is free 
Live Nativity
When: December 5, 6 and 8th from 6-8pm Where: New Prospect Baptist Church 823 Hwy 334 Live animals, actors, music homemade donuts and hot chocolate Shows are 22 minutes long, this is a drive up event 
2020 Holiday Village at The Ford Center
When: Thursday, December 3 – Thursday, December 17 Where: The Ford Center for Performing Arts What: Featured are the Gingerbread Houses, Ceramic Winter Village with a working train, and our North Pole Mailbox direct to Santa! Another special feature is a LEGO Gingerbread House built by the Ford Center staff. Operating hours can be found here. This event is free and open to the public 
Santa Photo Opportunities
When: December 3: 3 p.m. – 5 p.m. December 12: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. December 19: 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. Where: Visit Oxford 1013 Jackson Ave E Oxford, MS 38655 What: Santa visits our visitor center! Bring your kiddos and a camera to snap a photo with Santa. Santa will be seated behind his desk, checking his list to have a safe, distanced interaction. FREE 
Gingerbread House Contest at Graduate Oxford
When: Tuesday, December 8 – Sunday, December 13 Where: Graduate Oxford Hotel What: Submit your design by Nov. 30th at this link. The houses will be on display the 8th – 13th and the winner will be selected on the 15th! Visit Oxford is helping judge. 
2021 CSA Program
Moms or dads who are artists trying to establish an arts-based business are welcome to apply to this program through the Yoknapatawpha Arts Council Arts Incubator. The program offers a stipend and encourages pre-investors to purchase a share in your artwork (just like an agricultural CSA share). For more information on the program, visit oxfordarts.com/csa 
COVID-19 Updates for Oxford Moms & Tots
Due to the CDC recommendations regarding COVID-19 of gatherings of 10 or less, we highly encourage families to call ahead or follow the facebook pages of our community partners as many programs have been suspended, postponed, or moved online. Please see the following pages for resources related to having children at home during this time or for resources in the community:
Corona Virus explained for kids: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OPsY-jLqaXM&feature=youtu.be&app=desktop Lafayette County School District COVID 19 updates & Meal Distribution locations (any child ages 1-18): http://www.gocommodores.org/news/what_s_new/covid19 Oxford School District Meal Distribution (for any child under the age of 18): https://www.oxfordsd.org/site/default.aspx?PageType=3&DomainID=1&ModuleInstanceID=1624&ViewID=6446EE88-D30C-497E-9316-3F8874B3E108&RenderLoc=0&FlexDataID=35043&PageID=1 Oxford School District COVID 19 updates: https://www.oxfordsd.org/covid19 Free educational resources for children: http://www.amazingeducationalresources.com/ Free educational, arts-based resources for families: https://oxfordarts.com/24-slider/542-free-online-arts-entertainment-resources Restaurants still offering pickup or delivery: https://oxfordms.com/coronavirus-restaurant-takeout-curbside-options/ Health Updates: https://oxfordms.com/local-coronavirus-health-updates/ Community Resources: https://oxfordms.com/local-coronavirus-resources/ Local Government Updates: http://www.oxfordms.net/updates-on-community-efforts-regarding-coronavirus 
Lafayette County Counts the Kicks!
Why wait to get to know your baby? Start counting kicks and learn about your baby's personality as early as 16 weeks! Get to know your baby's movement pattern and call your doctor or midwife if you notice a change in your baby's pattern. Learn more at https://www.countthekicks.org/ 
Moms & Tinies Meet Up
First Wednesday Every Month at 10:00 am Oxford Panera Please join Brittany for a special meet-up for moms and smaller tots. First time moms and moms with infants are especially welcome!!! 
Oxford Art Crawl
The fourth Tuesday each month Next Art Crawl: Apr. 28 Want to introduce your children to local art? Want a date night that doesn't break the bank? Girls Night? The Oxford Art Crawl is a fun, free way to explore the city and its culture. And, the double decker bus provides rides to the different art stops (weather permitting). 
MOPS meetup at Oxford University United Methodist Church (Northeast entrance)
Every third Thursday 8:30-10:30am Coffee and snacks provided More info at Mops.org or on Facebook ( https://www.facebook.com/groups/1752645194799838/) 
Book Club
Meeting Online Book: The Fifth Season by NK Jemisin Please join us for a mom's night out! It's a great mix of ladies and new members are always welcome. Email Meghan at gallagher . me @ gmail to get meet up details *This is a moms-only event. No children, please. 
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Monthly La Leche Meetings
This event happens monthly and meets at the public library. This is a family-friendly gathering, so siblings and/or dads are welcome to come.
For more info, please visit their Facebook page "La Leche League of North Mississippi"
This event happens monthly and meets at the public library. This is a family-friendly gathering, so siblings and/or dads are welcome to come.
For more info, please visit their Facebook page "La Leche League of North Mississippi"
Free Home Depot Kid's Workshops
First Saturday of Each Month, 9am-12pm
All kids get to keep their craft, receive a FREE certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last.
Children must be present at the store to participate in the workshop and receive the kit, apron and pin.
First Saturday of Each Month, 9am-12pm
All kids get to keep their craft, receive a FREE certificate of achievement, a Workshop Apron, and a commemorative pin while supplies last.
Children must be present at the store to participate in the workshop and receive the kit, apron and pin.
Family Resource Center
104 Skyline Drive (off of HWY 30 near Stout's Carpet)
This new center features free parenting classes, classes to help adults get a high school diploma, and more!
Email Jeff Roberson with questions: jroberson@frcnms.org or call 662-638-6999
104 Skyline Drive (off of HWY 30 near Stout's Carpet)
This new center features free parenting classes, classes to help adults get a high school diploma, and more!
Email Jeff Roberson with questions: jroberson@frcnms.org or call 662-638-6999
Art for Everyone is a free program available with your library card. Each family can check out a set of 2 tickets (once per year) to a local art event. Events include programs at the Ford Center, local theater, as well as some Ole Miss athletic events. Ask to see the available tickets at the library, and check back often since they are restocked.
Have a 4th grader? Reminder about this great program that allows them free access into all the national parks!
https://everykidinapark.gov/?fbclid=IwAR21_AX5y-iZMt1-n54uQT_iRgfxIcAdnZ64WlecuxyRV17qWJKGqgqiqn8
https://everykidinapark.gov/?fbclid=IwAR21_AX5y-iZMt1-n54uQT_iRgfxIcAdnZ64WlecuxyRV17qWJKGqgqiqn8
- Please visit www.msdh.provider.webapps.ms.gov/ccsearch.aspx to find a list of licensed childcare centers in Oxford.
Recommended Reading for Toddlers
Are you bringing your little one to the library? More importantly, are you taking home books when you leave? Our local library is one of the greatest (and free) resources you can take advantage of.
Many moms get overwhelmed with all the books to choose from. If you have trouble selecting age-appropriate books for your tot, please click here to find some. Happy reading!
Also, make sure that you've signed your child up for the Imagination Library program. Receive a free book each month from birth-5yrs.http://imaginationlibrary.com/
Many moms get overwhelmed with all the books to choose from. If you have trouble selecting age-appropriate books for your tot, please click here to find some. Happy reading!
Also, make sure that you've signed your child up for the Imagination Library program. Receive a free book each month from birth-5yrs.http://imaginationlibrary.com/
Volunteer Oxford
Want to find local volunteer opportunities to do WITH your tot or tots? We've teamed with Volunteer Oxford to provide a list of many different places that you can help out in the community.
Help give back, bond with your child, and meet new friends.
Check out the list of possibilities and get more info by clicking the photo.
Help give back, bond with your child, and meet new friends.
Check out the list of possibilities and get more info by clicking the photo.
Meetups for Nursing Moms
Want to hang out with other nursing moms?
Each Friday at 10:30am, there is a breastfeeding support group that meets at the hospital in room 414. This group is designed for new moms and their infants.
Each Friday at 10:30am, there is a breastfeeding support group that meets at the hospital in room 414. This group is designed for new moms and their infants.
Oxford, MS Area Homeschooling Networks
Looking to connect with other homeschooling families? Here is some helpful info:
-The North MS Charlotte Mason Community meets as a co-op for nature study, fine arts, and other subjects. For more info, contact Bonnie Green at bonnie1685@gmail dot com
-Oxford Homeschoolers FB page https://www.facebook.com/groups/389047544497173/
-Classical Conversations contact Kim Lavoie Kimlavoie@gmail dot com
Looking to connect with other homeschooling families? Here is some helpful info:
-The North MS Charlotte Mason Community meets as a co-op for nature study, fine arts, and other subjects. For more info, contact Bonnie Green at bonnie1685@gmail dot com
-Oxford Homeschoolers FB page https://www.facebook.com/groups/389047544497173/
-Classical Conversations contact Kim Lavoie Kimlavoie@gmail dot com
Our Facebook group page is now set to "secret" due to spam requests. Please email jenncassisa@yahoo dot com to submit a request to be added or have a friend already in the group add you.
