Family Night at the Market
July 2nd Come out for a fun evening of social distanced live music, food, and fun. This month, come out and play lawn games and enjoy summer fun! Support local creative small businesses, too. Would you like to be a vendor? Visit oxfordarts.com for more information. Part of the Arts Incubator supporting creative small businesses in Lafayette Co. 
Burn Boot Camp is now open in Oxford!! Burn is a women's workout facility designed specifically for busy moms and women at every fitness level.
Our community ranges from the new mom who wants to tone up, to the mom that wants to have more energy to keep up with her kids, to the athlete who wants to stay in top condition. Visit our website, https://burnbootcamp.com/locations/oxford-ms/ for more information or visit us on Facebook www.facebook.com/burnbootcampoxfordms! 
Registration is now open for Sept 3- Nov 23 session!
If you haven't heard about Wonderwalks, then you're missing out! This unique class offers an opportunity for all children to learn and explore nature with outdoor enthusiast Katie Boyle. This is a great opportunity to learn, meet friends, and explore the outdoors! Learn more HERE 
Big Bad Business Series Workshop: Finance Basics
June 10 at 5:30 pm Virtual via Zoom The Big Bad Business Series is a FREE workshop series for small business professional development open to someone whether they have a kernel of an idea or an established small business. Part of the Arts Incubator To attend, please register at incubator.oxfordarts.com. Small businesses make our community great! 
COVID-19 Updates for Oxford Moms & Tots
Due to the CDC recommendations regarding COVID-19, 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/ 
Oxford Art Crawl
Public Art Days Get ready for some socially distanced art fun in 2021! Stay tuned for February's events! 
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
July Meeting TBA Book: TBD Please join us for an outdoor mom's day 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.
