The Grand Forks chapter for Mothers of Preschoolers, or MOPS, collected gently-used bras for the nonprofit Free the Girls, which gives trafficking survivors an opportunity to "build their own business selling second-hand clothing". Can you imagine, your gently used undergarment could help provide access to food or education for a woman half-way across the world!

We were overwhelmed by the support from our group and our entire community! If you didn't have a chance to participate during the October bra drive, but are still interested in supporting the cause, please visit our Free The Girls page to donate 

Want more information about the project and the organization?  Check out what the Grand Forks Herald and WDAZ TV had to say. 

MOPS is a grassroots movement that believes moms are world influencers.

We also believe that incubating hearts and giving just-because-hugs can change the course of history. That’s why we connect moms all over the world to a community of women, in their own neighborhoods, who meet together to laugh, cry and embrace the journey of motherhood. MOPS groups are rallying women to be more honest, to feel more equipped and to find our identity by journeying along side one another.

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers, and by preschoolers we mean kiddos from birth through kindergarten. We know it's a little confusing so let's just stick with "MOPS."

We are moms, and we believe that better moms make a better world.

Grand Forks, ND MOPS has a new home at Grace Baptist Church! We welcome you to join us for our monthly meetings the second Thursday of each month, 9am-11am (childcare is full for the 2015-2016 school year but there is always room for more moms!). MOPS also organizes monthly  play-dates for moms & kids along with monthly Moms Night Out evenings (MNO). Please visit the Grand Forks, ND MOPS  facebook page to stay informed of upcoming events.  Questions, contact us at mopsgrandforks@gmail.com

April Calendar

Thursday, April 11 - MOPS Meeting 

@ Faith Evangelical Free Church (1400 24th Ave S)
9:00-11:00am (registration starts at 8:45am)
LET'S PLAY! - SPRING SOCIAL
Are you ready to get your game on? The Let's Play - Spring Social is all about having fun, playing games, and winning prizes. The featured games will be Minute to Win It and The Price is Right. As always, childcare as well as a delicious spread of food will be provided!

 

Thursday, April 18 - Play date 

9:00-11:00am Play Stations @ Faith
There will be several play stations set up such as music, exercise, story time and snack time. Children will rotate around to each station for a fun morning!

 Tuesday, April 23 - Mom's Night Out  

7:30-9:30pm Apps & Answers @ Erica Weisser's house 
This will be a great opportunity to enjoy some good food and good company. The steering team will also be answering any questions you may have about MOPS. There are both steering team positions and discussion group leader openings for next year, so if you're interested in knowing more about these, this will be a great chance to ask questions.

   

Wednesday, April 24 - Splashers play date 

9:00am-1:00pm @ Canad Inn Water Park
Come and go whenever you want/need. MOPS will have two cabanas reserved, and the concession stand will be open after 11am. You must mention that you are part of the MOPS group to receive the DISCOUNT PRICE of $6/person for ages 4 and up (children under 4 are free!).

March Calendar

Wednesday, March 6 - Splashers play date 

9:00am-1:00pm @ Canad Inn Water Park
Come and go whenever you want/need. MOPS will have two cabanas reserved, and the concession stand will be open after 11am. You must mention that you are part of the MOPS group to receive the DISCOUNT PRICE of $6/person for ages 4 and up (children under 4 are free!).

 

Thursday, March 14 - MOPS Meeting

 @ Faith Evangelical Free Church (1400 24th Ave S)
9:00-11:00am (registration starts at 8:45am)
Topic ~ Diving Deeper: Taking a Step of Faith
Keri Erickson (sister of our own Steering Team member, Sarah Homme) will be sharing about the adoption process she and her family have been going through and how we all can follow God’s calling in our lives. Keri lives in Bismarck with her husband and two small children.
*Brunch & childcare provided! 

Tuesday, March 19 - Mom's Night Out  

7:00-9:30pm Dinner @ Fuji 
If you haven't been to Fuji yet, you won't want to miss it, and if you have been there, you will most likely look forward to going again! This is not just dinner, it's a dining experience. Arrive at 7pm to have a drink and socialize. Our reservation at one of the grills will be set for 7:30pm.
*Please indicate on our FB page by Sunday evening (March 17) if you will be attending so we have an accurate number for the reservation.

 

Thursday, March 28 - Play date 

10:00-11:00am Fire Station Tour
The East Grand Forks Fire Station (located between the EGF Library and Blue Moose) will have a short presentation for our children and also give them a tour of the fire station and fire trucks! You are welcome to join us at the EGF Burger King after the tour for snack/lunch and play time.

February Calendar

Wednesday, February 6 - Splashers play date 

9:00am-1:00pm @ Canad Inn Water Park
Come and go whenever you want/need. MOPS will have two cabanas reserved, and the concession stand will be open after 11am. You must mention that you are part of the MOPS group to receive the DISCOUNT PRICE of $6/person for ages 4 and up (children under 4 are free!).

 

Thursday, February 14 - MOPS Meeting

 @ Faith Evangelical Free Church (1400 24th Ave S)
9:00-11:00am (registration starts at 8:45am)
Topic ~ Taking the Plunge: Deepening the Friend Relationship
Speed Dating--Friend Style and Chocolate Truffle making!
*Brunch & childcare provided! 

Tuesday, February 19 - Mom's Night Out 

7:30-9:30pm Pinterest Night
Location: TBD
This will be a fun chance to socialize and share your favorite craft, recipe, decorating, or organizational ideas. Just like Pinterest, but in-person!

 

Thursday, February 28 - Play date 

9:00-11:00am Bowling @ Liberty Lanes
Liberty Lanes in East Grand Forks has graciously opened their doors for our children to enjoy a morning of bowling. Cost will be $3.50/child. This includes shoes and two hours of bowling. MOPS will also be providing a snack!

January Calendar

Thursday, January 10 - MOPS Meeting

 @ Faith Evangelical Free Church (1400 24th Ave S)
9:00-11:00am (registration starts at 8:45am)
Topic ~ Skinny Dipping: Getting to Know YOU
Fun & interactive personality assessment and speaker!
*Brunch & childcare provided! 

Tuesday, January 15 - Mom's Night Out 

7:30-9:30pm White Elephant Gift Exchange 
Location: TBD
After the dust from all the excitement of Christmas has now cleared, do you have a nice gift that you don't need? Maybe you already have one or received two of the same thing. This is your chance to re-gift it! If you don't have anything like this, you can buy a gift, but please keep price under $5. We are thinking of nice gifts, not gag gifts. There will also be refreshments and fellowship to enjoy!

 

Monday, January 21 - Splashers play date 

9:00am-1:00pm @ Canad Inn Water Park
Come and go whenever you want/need. MOPS will have two cabanas reserved, and the concession stand will be open after 11am. You must mention that you are part of the MOPS group to receive the DISCOUNT PRICE of $6/person for ages 4 and up (children under 4 are free!).

 

Thursday, January 24 - Play date 

9:00-11:00am @ Pizza Ranch
This is a great opportunity to let your kids be the chef! Pizza Ranch is graciously opening their doors to us and letting our children experiment in the kitchen. There will also be a large room set up with coloring materials. **You must be there promptly at 9am (or early!) if your kids want to make their own pizza!** If you can't make it that early, you are still welcome to come and color and order pizza for lunch, but only those who are there at 9am will have the needed time to make and bake pizzas.

December Calendar

Sunday, December 2 - Mom's Night Out

7:30-9:30pm @ Danna Jones' House (719 Barley Ct, GF)
Cookie Exchange

 

Tuesday, December 4 - Play date 

9:00-10:00am @ Santa's Village (Lincoln Golf Course Clubhouse)
Create crafts, play games, read a book with the elves or Mrs. Claus, listen to cheerful holiday music, drink some cocoa and have a cookie, too. There is just so very much to do! Oh, and don't forget the beautiful trees. See over thirty adorned trees, each one in a different theme!
ADMISSION: Please bring a non-perishable food item, new toy or cash donation per person. All proceeds will be donated to the local food shelf, toys for tots and those who need it most in our community.

 

Wednesday, December 5 - Splashers play date 

10:00am-1:00pm @ Canad Inn Water Park
Now that winter is upon us, this is a great opportunity to get the kids out of the house to burn some energy!! Please come and bring husbands and friends if you would like. Hours are 9am-1pm, but you can come and go whenever you want. MOPS will have two cabanas reserved, and the concession stand will be open after 11am. You must mention that you are part of the MOPS group to receive the DISCOUNT PRICE of $6/person for ages 4 and up (children under 4 are free!).

 

Thursday, December 13 - MOPS Meeting

 @ Faith Evangelical Free Church (1400 24th Ave S)
9:00-11:00am (registration starts at 8:45am)
Topic ~ High Dive: Resolving to Take the Leap
As we head into holiday and resolution season, we're going to get a jump start! Five moms from our group will be sharing short stories & tips for making meaningful and lasting resolution for 2013!
*Brunch & childcare provided! 

Thursday, December 27 - Splashers play date 

10:00am-1:00pm @ Canad Inn Water Park
Come and go whenever you want/need. MOPS will have two cabanas reserved, and the concession stand will be open after 11am. You must mention that you are part of the MOPS group to receive the DISCOUNT PRICE of $6/person for ages 4 and up (children under 4 are free!).