Welcome!

The Mothers’ Club of Amador County is a free club for all moms in Amador and Calaveras County, partially funded by First 5 Amador

Meetings are held the last Tuesday of each month and are very casual.

Children are welcome and childcare is provided for special events. Please see Joining MCAC on how you can become a member and discover positive support and new friendships for you and your children.

Healthy Muffin Recipe

Hi All~

So I took Justis to the Dentist to have his teeth cleaned again. The Dentist and I were talking about the iron that could stain his teeth as well as his asthma medicine. So I got him the vitamin with no iron, which made us talk about if he needs iron now that he’s weened…

So then I told him that Justis only eats if he feeds himself. He wont eat what I feed him. He wont eat much in the vegi area… even the carrots and sweet potatoe area where you have a better chance at it. The only way I get it done is by boiling them and adding that water/juice to his apple juice and he doesn’t know it.

So then… I came home with this idea. I made the wildest muffin ever with everything in it. I named it Justis’ Muffins. It has wheat, oats, banana, apple, carrot, sweet potato, orange juice from an orange, honey cutting the sugar in ½, raisons and blueberries….

I think that I have perfected it because he ate the whole thing. Wooohooo….

I wanted to give the recipe to you. I made it as a 3×4 card that you can print as a 3×4 photograph and keep in your recipe book or box.

You will have to tell me what you think….

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Available Board positions-please read

Hello group, Here are the open board positions. Please read all positions and see if any of them strike you as being interesting and would like to fill the position. If any of them do strike you, please email me back and let me know. I will be taking a vote if there are more than one person interested in one job. We will be switching over to a new group starting June 1. So be thinking about this. Treasurer- This job requires a little book work and keeping track of where every cent is spent in the moms club. Also, yearly you will need to fill out a grant from First 5. You also make all of the deposits to Shannon at ACF and let Shannon know when we need to pay someone (childcare, deposits etc.) There currently is a binder with all of the necessary papers and documentation from previous years. And the app. to this year’s grant is in there too. Secretary- This job requires taking notes at every meeting and posting the minutes within the week of our monthly mommy mingles. Social Coordinator- This job requires having ideas. You can have fun with this job. You get to plan and organize all moms club holiday parties, moms club outings, play groups, etc. In the past we have tried having a moms club event every month. But you don’t need to do this. Director- This job can be as time consuming as you make it. The benefit is that you get paid $100 every month. You would organize all monthly mommy mingles and facilitate at each meeting. You are also in charge of arranging child care at events. You also plan all community events such as the Children’s Festival and Celebrate the Children. You would also need to forward all community information that pertains to moms and families. And be the go between with First 5. You will need to keep up to date flyers with First 5 and HRC. You will always have them on hand for every event. This job also has a binder with a wealth of information in it. This job obviously requires you to be at every meeting(mommy mingle). And if you have any ideas of things the group can do, present them and start new traditions within our group. I hope this helps. The people staying on the board this year are Erica(meals coordinator), Brandy(website coordinator) and Veronica(new member coordinator). Obviously being on the board means that you will need to come to all mommy mingles and be available to volunteer for events. If we don’t get commitment, we won’t have a club. So please be thinking about this. I have been on the board for 4 years and loved it all. I was the social coordinator and community events coordinator for a year each. I have also been the director of the club for two years now. I believe in our club and think it’s worth passing on. This group has saved many of our lives. So please let me know if you want to be a bigger part of the picture and join the board. thanks, Heather Duran director of the MCAC Call to schedule your party today and earn free products! Heather Duran Southern Living at HOME consultant 209-223-1727 www.southernlivingathome.com/heatherduran

Organic Crafts & Recycling Workshop

Organic Crafts & Recycling in Child Care Workshop
Thursday, March 18
6:00 to 8:00 pm
Sutter Creek
Everyone welcome! Let’s go green and learn earth friendly activities for children. Come make organic paint, create art with natural and reusable resources, and discover ways to recycle in child care. Participate in our green challenge and start to implement recycling in your home, or child care program today! This will be a hands-on, Make & Take workshop! FREE and open to the public. To RSVP and for location information, please call The Resource Connection at 223-1624.

Thanks so much!

Erika Simmons
Provider Coordinator
esimmons@theresourceconnection.net

T (209) 223-1624 x109

The Resource Connection
Engaging Families.
Empowering Communities.
Enriching Lives.

Current Recalls

1.  Children’s Fork and Spoon Sets Recalled by Peachtree Playthings Due to Choking Hazard; Sold at Dollar Tree and Deals,http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10148.html

2.  Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades by Lutron Electronics, http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10149.html

3.  Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades and Roll-Up Blinds by Meijer,http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10150.html

4.  Daiso To Pay $2 Million Civil Penalty for Violations of Federal Safety Laws and to Stop Importing Children’s Products and Toys Into U.S.,http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10151.html

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1.  Children’s Fork and Spoon Sets Recalled by Peachtree Playthings Due to Choking Hazard; Sold at Dollar Tree and Deals

NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 2, 2010
Release # 10-148

Firm’s Recall Hotline: (800) 290-4831
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Children’s Fork and Spoon Sets Recalled by Peachtree Playthings Due to Choking Hazard; Sold at Dollar Tree and Deals

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Scooby Doo, Tweety and Batman Fork and Spoon Sets

Units: About 127,000

Manufacturer: Peachtree Playthings, of Atlanta, Ga.

Hazard: The middle two prongs of the plastic fork can detach, posing a choking hazard to children.

Incidents/Injuries: Peachtree Playthings has received one report of a middle prong detaching from the fork. No injuries have been reported.

Description: This recall involves the Scooby Doo, Tweety and Batman plastic fork and spoon sets. The two-piece set is white plastic with cartoon images on the handle.

Sold at: Dollar Tree Stores and Deals during January 2010 for about $1 per set.

Manufactured in: China

Remedy: Consumers should immediately take the recalled fork and spoon sets away from children and return them to Dollar Tree or Deals for a full refund.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Peachtree Playthings at (800) 290-4831 between 9 a.m. and 5 p.m. ET Monday through Friday, visit the firm’s Web site at www.peachtreeplaythings.com or email the firm atpeachtree@peachtreeplaythings.com

To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to:http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10148.html

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2.  Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades by Lutron Electronics

NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 2, 2010
Release # 10-149

Firm’s Recall Hotline: (866) 793-4270
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades by Lutron Electronics

Lutron Electronics has added its name to the retailers joining the voluntary recall announced in December 2009 of ALL Roman shades and roll-up blinds

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Lutron Shading Solutions Roman Shades

Units: About 5,000

Distributor: Lutron Electronics Co. Inc., of Coopersburg, Pa.

Manufacturer: Virginia Iron and Metal Company Inc. (VIMCO), of Ashland, Va.

Hazard: Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck. Also, in manual Roman shades, strangulations can also occur if the shade’s looped bead chain is not attached to the wall or to the floor and a child’s neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop.

Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: This recall involves all custom-ordered made-to-measure motorized and manual Lutron Shading Solutions Roman shades. The shades were sold in a variety of colors, fabrics, and sizes. Nearly all shades were professionally installed. “Lutron Shading Solutions” or “Lutron Shading Solutions by VIMCO” is printed on the packaging.

Sold at: Specialty dealers and Expo Design Centers nationwide from January 2000 through August 2009 for between $120 and $4,500 per shade.

Manufactured in: United States

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the Roman shades and contact Lutron Electronics to coordinate the removal, repair, and reinstallation of the shades. Consumers with manual Roman shades should also immediately check if the tension device is attached to the looped operating cord and installed into the wall or floor. If not attached, consumers should contact Lutron Electronics to receive a free repair kit. If the tension device is attached but not installed, consumers should immediately install the device into the wall or floor. If the consumer has difficulty installing the tension device, contact Lutron for further instructions.

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Lutron toll-free at (866) 793-4270 anytime, or visit the firm’s Web site atwww.lutron.com/CERUSromans

Note: Examine all shades and blinds in your home. Make sure there are no accessible cords on the front, side, or back of the product. CPSC recommends the use of cordless window coverings in all homes where children live or visit.

To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to:http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10149.html

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3.  Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades and Roll-Up Blinds by Meijer

NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 2, 2010
Release # 10-150

Firm’s Recall Hotline: (800) 927-8699
CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Risk of Strangulation Prompts Recall to Repair Roman Shades and Roll-Up Blinds by Meijer

Meijer has added its name to the retailers joining the voluntary recall in December 2009 of ALL Roman shades and roll-up blinds.

WASHINGTON, D.C. – The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission, in cooperation with the firm named below, today announced a voluntary recall of the following consumer product. Consumers should stop using recalled products immediately unless otherwise instructed.

Name of Product: Innovations and “At Home with Meijer” Roman Shades and Roll-Up Blinds

Units: 240,000

Importer/Retailer: Meijer, of Grand Rapids, Mich.

Manufacturer: Whole Space Industries LTD, of Centereach, N.Y.

Hazard:

Roll-up Blinds-Strangulations can occur if the lifting loops slide off the side of the blind and a child’s neck becomes entangled on the free-standing loop or if a child places his/her neck between the lifting loop and the roll-up blind material.

Roman Shades-Strangulations can occur when a child places his/her neck between the exposed inner cord and the fabric on the backside of the blind or when a child pulls the cord out and wraps it around his/her neck.
Incidents/Injuries: None reported.

Description: This recall involves all Innovations and “At Home with Meijer” Roman shades and roll-up blinds. The Roman shades are made with fabric or bamboo and the Roll-up blinds with bamboo. A label reading “Innovation” or “At Home with Meijer” can be found under the headrail.

Sold at: Meijer Stores and Meijer.com between January 2004 and December 2009 for about $40.

Manufactured in: Taiwan

Remedy: Consumers should immediately stop using the Roman shades and the roll-up blinds and contact the Window Covering Safety Council for a free repair kit at (800) 506-4636 anytime or visit www.windowcoverings.org

Consumer Contact: For additional information, contact Meijer at (800) 927-8699 anytime or visit the company’s Website at www.meijer.com

Note: Examine all shades and blinds in your home. Make sure there are no accessible cords on the front, side, or back of the product. CPSC recommends the use of cordless window coverings in all homes where children live or visit.

To see this recall on CPSC’s web site, including pictures of the recalled product, please go to:http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10150.html

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4.  Daiso To Pay $2 Million Civil Penalty for Violations of Federal Safety Laws and to Stop Importing Children’s Products and Toys Into U.S.

NEWS from CPSC
U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission
Office of Information and Public Affairs
Washington, DC 20207

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
March 2, 2010
Release #10-151

CPSC Recall Hotline: (800) 638-2772
CPSC Media Contact: (301) 504-7908

Daiso To Pay $2 Million Civil Penalty for Violations of Federal Safety Laws and to Stop Importing Children’s Products and Toys Into U.S.

WASHINGTON, D.C.- The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission (CPSC) announced today that Daiso Holding USA Inc., Daiso Seattle LLC, of Seattle, Wash. and Daiso California LLC, of Hayward, Calif. have agreed to pay a $2.05 million civil penalty and stop importing children’s products and toys into the United States. Due to alleged violations of federal safety laws, the company must now demonstrate to the Commission that it has sufficient knowledge of and is in compliance with CPSC safety standards and testing requirements.

The consent decree resolves CPSC staff allegations that the company violated federal laws and regulations involving the safety of children’s toys and other products. These violations include, but are not limited to, importing, distributing and selling toys with illegal levels of lead content, illegal levels of lead paint and phthalates, small parts on toys intended for children younger than three years old, and products that lack required warning labels

The decree prohibits Daiso from importing or entering into commerce in the United States, directly or indirectly, any toy or other children’s product until it meets the requirements in the consent decree. Further, Daiso must retain an independent product safety coordinator to assist in the creation of a comprehensive product safety program, conduct a product audit of merchandise to determine testing and certification requirements and develop and establish procedures for compliance and reporting.

“This landmark agreement for an injunction sets a precedent for any firm attempting to distribute hazardous products to our nation’s children” said CPSC Chairman Inez Tenenbaum. “We are committed to the safety of children’s products and we will use the full force of our enforcement powers to prevent the sale of harmful products.”

“Companies that manufacture and distribute toys should be put on notice by the government’s action today,” said Tony West, Assistant Attorney General for the Justice Department’s Civil Division. “We will not tolerate our children being exposed to products that can cause serious injury or worse, and will do everything in our power to prevent these companies from operating until they comply with federal safety laws.”

Upon completion of the requirements described in the injunction, the firm has agreed to be further restrained and enjoined from directly or indirectly importing or distributing children’s toys or products that violate any laws, standards, or bans enforced by the CPSC.

“This consent decree is an agreement by Daiso to follow best industry practices. It serves as a declaration that the company will become more knowledgeable of regulations and comply with those requirements, which are intended to keep children safe,” added Chairman Tenenbaum.

The firm, which has conducted business in the U.S. since 2005, had been previously issued Letters of Advice from CPSC after examinations at ports and inspections turned up violations. Many of the violations occurred prior to the enactment of the Consumer Product Safety Improvement Act (CPSIA), which reduced allowable limits of lead and phthalates and increased the Commission’s ability to seek higher penalties.

Daiso voluntarily withdrew all toys and children’s products from its stores before signing the decree, and has initiated a new product quality and safety program.

The consent decree was filed today in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of California by the Office of Consumer Litigation of the Justice Department’s Civil Division, on behalf of CPSC. In signing the consent decree, the company does not admit any violation of law. The consent decree is subject to court approval and has the force of law when entered by the court.

CPSC applauds U.S. Customs and Border Protection San Francisco and Seattle Area Ports for their cooperation and assistance in this enforcement action.

To see this release on CPSC’s web site, please go to:http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml10/10151.html

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‘CPSC 2.0′ Launches Product Safety Agency into Social Media — Learn more at http://www.cpsc.gov/cpscpub/prerel/prhtml09/09346.html

* Visit our new blog, OnSafety at www.cpsc.gov/onsafety

* See our videos on YouTube at http://www.youtube.com/uscpsc

* Follow us on Twitter at http://twitter.com/OnSafety

* See our photos on Flickr at http://www.flickr.com/photos/uscpsc

The U.S. Consumer Product Safety Commission is charged with protecting the public from unreasonable risks of serious injury or death from thousands of types of consumer products under the agency’s jurisdiction. The CPSC is committed to protecting consumers and families from products that pose a fire, electrical, chemical, or mechanical hazard. The CPSC’s work to ensure the safety of consumer products – such as toys, cribs, power tools, cigarette lighters, and household chemicals – contributed significantly to the decline in the rate of deaths and injuries associated with consumer products over the past 30 years.

To report a dangerous product or a product-related injury, call CPSC’s Hotline at (800) 638-2772 or CPSC’s teletypewriter at (800) 638-8270. To join a CPSC e-mail subscription list, please go tohttps://www.cpsc.gov/cpsclist.aspx. Consumers can obtain recall and general safety information by logging on to CPSC’s Web site at www.cpsc.gov.

First 5 March Offerings

Check out what happening this month at First 5 Amador:

Free Dental Screening and Fluoride Varnishing:  Available to all children 0-5 who live in Amador County!

(Recommended at least twice a year.)

http://www.first5amador.com/Free_Screenings_Spring_10.pdf

3/9     10:15am     Jackson Playgroup

3/31   10:45am    Ione Playgroup
4/8     10:15am   Pine Grove Playgroup

Spanish Version:  http://www.first5amador.com/Free_Screenings_Spring_10-_SPANISH.pdf

First 5 Amador is now accepting applications for the
Summer Bridge to Kindergarten Program
http://www.first5amador.com/Bridge_Flyer_10.pdf

Spanish version: http://www.first5amador.com/Bridge_Flyer_10-_Spanish.pdf

Please contact me for an application!

Kids in Common Spring 2010 Workshop:

Language is the Key:  Pathways to Early Literacy

3/25  6-8pm  Jackson
http://www.first5amador.com/Invitation_Spring_10.pdf

Please RSVP no later than March 18^th.

Amador Children in Nature Survey

http://www.first5amador.com/ACIN_Survey.pdf

Fill yours out today!

Amador STARS Needs Volunteers AC Camp Out for Cancer in Sept

The Amador STARS are in the planning stages for their 7th Annual Amador County Camp Out for Cancer.  We are looking for Committee Members and Teams to be involved with the event to be held on September 11 & 12th. We have moved the event to the Amador County Fairgrounds (we have outgrown the local high schools!). Funds raised by the event remain local to assist local cancer patientsand their families. Together, we do make a difference!  For more information on Camp Out for Cancer,  call Ginger at 296-4042

Spanish for Adults and Children Starting

A new series of Spanish classes starts next weeks and runs for 5 weeks at a cost of approximately $10 per class.  There are two advanced and three intermediate classes and a number of options for beginners.  Advanced classes include conversation and writing exercises and are almost entirely in Spanish.  Most are held at the hospital.  Signups for a children’s class, or two, in the spring are being taken.  These classes will be held weekends, at Cafe Coco on Main Street in Jackson.  For additional information and to register call Nora Coryell at 223-3322.

Free Resources: Reducing the Risk of SIDS in Child Care

his is a terrific, free, resource for anyone who cares for infants!

If you’re participating in the CCIP Program, this would be a very easy way to earn an hour of professional growth training hours! (And even if you’re not, this is still a fantastic resource full of great information) Please let me know if you have any questions…

Erika Simmons
Provider Coordinator
esimmons@theresourceconnection.net

T (209) 223-1624 x109

The Resource Connection
Engaging Families.
Empowering Communities.
Enriching Lives.

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ONLINE TRAINING OPPORTUNITY

The American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) Healthy Child Care America is pleased to announce the release of a new online training module on Reducing the Risk of Sudden Infant Death Syndrome (SIDS) in Child Care! Based off of the AAP Reducing the Risk of SIDS in Child Care Speakers Kit, this FREE course is designed to educate everyone who cares for babies, including child care providers, health care professionals, parents, grandparents, and relatives.

In 1 hour, participants will learn how to create a safe sleep environment to reduce the risk of SIDS and other sleep related deaths.  With an easy to use format, this course is available 24/7 from your home or office computer. Child care providers will receive a certificate of completion for 1.0 training hour. Health care professionals can also receive credit (see flyer on website, for details).

For instructions on how to access this FREE course, visit www.healthychildcare.org/pdf/SIDSmoduleflyer.pdf<http://www.healthychildcare.org/pdf/SIDSmoduleflyer.pdf> . Feel free to disseminate this flyer to anyone who cares for infants!

For more information and materials on how to reduce the risk of SIDS, visit www.healthychildcare.org/sids.html<http://www.healthychildcare.org/sids.html> .

HANDOUTS FOR SIDS RISK REDUCTION ON THE CCHP WEBSITE

• Tummy Time – http://www.ucsfchildcarehealth.org/pdfs/healthandsafety/tummy_time_0209.pdf
• Safe Sleep Policy - http://www.ucsfchildcarehealth.org/pdfs/forms/SafeSleep_policy1108.pdf
• Reducing the Risk of SIDS - http://www.ucsfchildcarehealth.org/pdfs/healthandsafety/SIDS_en1009.pdf
  

For more information, contact Bobbie Rose, Child Care Health Consultant at UCSF California Childcare Health Program.

3/6 Prenatal Fitness Class Begins

Next FREE 6 week Prenatal Fitness begins March 6th at Motherlode Holistic Connection~ A Community Wellness Center. 8 Court St. Jackson. Off of Main St.

To register call Brandy Astwood at 209-304-8495 or visit http://mybirthconnection.com/AmadorCountyPrenatalClasses.html

Eco-Healthy Child Care Workshop

Eco-Healthy Child Care Workshop

“Go Green” and become an Eco-Healthy home! Join us at Motherlode Holistic Connection in Jackson on Tuesday, February 23from 1:00 to 3:00 pm. Research increasingly shows that the first years of a child’s life are critical to shaping their future health and development. As a parent or child care provider, small changes you make can have a big impact on the children in your care. Now there’s help for anyone who wants to make environmentally healthy choices. By reducing toxins, such as chemicals in certain cleaning products and weed killers, you help prevent illnesses like asthma, certain learning disabilities, and even some forms of cancer. For these reasons, providing an environmentally-healthy, low toxic, setting is particularly important in the places children spend the majority of their time.  Everyone welcome to participate, including parents, grandparents, friends, child care providers, nannies, and babysitters! This FREE workshop is open to the public. Raffle prizes and hand-outs provided! To RSVP and for location information, please call The Resource Connection at 223-1624.