Author Archives: Carri
On November 18, 2009, Susan Kennedy, Lorelei Emma, and I presented our playgroup concept to the National Association for the Education of Young Children’s convention in Washington, D.C. Attendees from all over the country learned about this unique parent facilitator playgroup model where parents are trained and paid a small stipend to lead weekly playgroups. [...]
Did you know that The Giving Circle supports three developmental playgroups throughout the city of Alexandria? Parents trained through the Giving Circle and The Center for Alexandria’s Children facilitate the playgroups and receive a stipend for the work that they do. The playgroups are growing and so is our need for volunteers! What do volunteers [...]
The Center for Alexandria’s Children is sponsoring its second annual Family Fun Day on Saturday, September 19, 2009 from 11:00 – 3:00 at John Adams Elementary School, 5651 Rayburn Avenue, Alexandria, VA 22311. There will be tons of fun activities for the children, good food and informational displays for families. The Giving Circle of Alexandria [...]
