MDWFP encourages youth to apply for the 2025 Bob Tyler Fish Hatchery's Youth Art Contest!
Each student must submit a portfolio including entry form and artwork to the Visitor Education Center (VEC) by May 10, 2025. For more information on how to participate - https://www.mdwfp.com/visitor.../youth-art-contests 
Summer is almost here! Sign up your child or teen now for a week-long experience on the Ole Miss campus. Final program registration deadline is May 1. View our full list of open programs at: https://www.outreach.olemiss.edu/k12oneweek
The Lafayette County Oxford Public Library Afterschool Zone activity will change every week. It's from 3:45-4:45pm every school day.
Drop in to relax and create with your friends! 5/4 -8 Coloring for Stress Relief 4/11-15 Relax with Legos 4/18-21 Summer Bucket Lists 
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/ 
Mom's Book Club
Meets monthly with a rotating group of hostesses 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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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: [email protected] 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: [email protected] 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.
