MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers and is an international organization that exists to encourage, equip, and help women become the best moms that they can be! Women who are pregnant or have young children (birth through kindergarten) are all invited to join MOPS.
MOPS provides an opportunity to meet other moms and make the journey of motherhood together. We share our experiences, learn from one another, support each other, and laugh together. MOPS meetings are a wonderful place to build friendships and have fun with other moms. In other words, it's a playdate for moms!
At each of our meetings, moms enjoy a chance to socialize over brunch and a hot cup of coffee. A typical meeting includes an icebreaker or other fun activity, a creative craft project, a speaker, devotion, or video on special topics related to motherhood, and discussion groups that allow you to get to know other moms more closely.
In addition to meetings, we schedule community service projects and social activities, including a monthly Mom's Night Out, playdates twice a month, and MOPS & POPS events.
Childcare during all meetings is lovingly provided through the MOPPETS program. We provide a fun, nurturing environment for your kids to play and learn while you take a well-deserved break!
When and where do you meet?
Bastrop County MOPS meets on the 1st Wednesday of every month from 10:00am until noon at Cedar Creek United Church, located at 5630 FM 535, in Cedar Creek, TX, across Hwy 21 from Cedar Creek Elementary.
Is childcare provided?
Yes! During MOPS meetings, your children will be cared for in a nurturing environment through our MOPPETS program. We have a wonderful team of MOPPETS caregivers (former teachers, nurses, grandparents, etc.) who provide quality infant and toddler care. In the MOPPETS classrooms, the children play games, sing songs, listen to stories, create arts and crafts projects, and have a healthy snack.
How much does it cost?
To join Bastrop County MOPS, there is an annual fee of $60, which can be paid in two installments ($35 the 1st semester and $25 the 2nd semester), or you may pay a discounted fee of $55 if you pay the entire amount up front. Scholarships are also available. Membership benefits include:
- International MOPS membership
- Subscription to MomSense magazine
- Weekly Mom-E-Mail
- MOPS Water Bottle
- MOPS Reusable Shopping Bag
- Free childcare during MOPS meetings
Your membership fee pays for your individual International MOPS membership ($23.95), local MOPS meetings and activities including childcare during meetings, arts and crafts supplies, speaker fees, paper goods and drinks for brunch, MOPPETS supplies (books, arts and crafts supplies, snacks, etc.), and group publicity, including the monthly Bastrop County MOPS newsletter.
Your first meeting is free, so please feel free to visit before making a decision to join!