December 2006 - January 2007
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Co-Director’s Musings - P.2 The annual “Dos and Donts” for the Holiday Season.
December Calendar - P.4
January Calendar - P.5
Thank You to the Holiday Boutique Vendors and Members - P.3
Photo Holiday Gifts - P.6 Photo gifts are always a good idea, especially for the holidays. Find out what you can have made from your favorite photographs.
Greetings from the North Pole - P.6 Would your little one like to receive a letter from Santa? It can happen easily…
GGMG Member Holiday Traditions - P.7 Read about the great and unusual holiday traditions within our diverse group.
Webmaster Tip - P.7 What to do if you are not receiving the emails from Yahoo! Groups.
Community Support - P.8
Unique GGMG Playgroups/Playgroup of the Month - P.9 New regular feature in our newsletter.
Winter Fun! - P.10 It’s the most wonderful time of the year! So pack up your ski gear and head towards many wonderful destinations across the country. Our article will help you to plan the trip with kids in mind.
Just For Moms - P.12
New members - P.13
General Meeting Summary - P.14
Kindergarden Night Holiday Shopping Safety Awareness - P.15 Shop with caution when selecting toys for your children and what to do in the event of an eye injury.
There is a lot of Holiday Fun to be Had in the City by the Bay - P.16 All the details about what, where and when this Holiday Season! Kids Activities - P.18
Ask Parents Place - P.19 Childcare Issues.
Classified Ads - P.27
Steering Committee Call for Volunteers - P.27 Interested in volunteering for GGMG? We currently are looking for two people to join our webmasters committee.

November 2006
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This month you'll find a variety of articles, from books for mom to a new look on Fisherman's Wharf, from the best outsourcing possibilities San Francisco to create time in your busy lives to the latest trends in meal preparation. Here is a taste:
Holiday Boutique P.4 For those of you who are not familiar with this event, it is the perfect opportunity to find unique gifts for everyone on your holiday list, while sipping a glass of wine with your fellow GGMG-ers. Not to be missed. Lots of businesses owned by moms.
Books for Moms P.5 Book reviews: "Uncovering Your Naughty Mommy" and "From Prada to Nada".
Simplify Your Life! Outsourcing and Beyond P.6 Tired of everyday chores? "Why not give yourself a break? There are many ways to make your life simpler, from letting someone else prepare the family meals to relying on a consultant to help you keep up to date with your wardrobe." Read all about outsourcing in this article full of useful tips and information.
What's Fun for Kids in Fisherman's Wharf P.10 Fisherman's Wharf is not just for tourists. There are loads of stuff that your kids will love to do, see and taste. Explore the possibilities…
Meal Assembly Adventure P.12 There is a way to make cooking much easier, faster and even more enjoyable. Read all about places that do the shopping and chopping for you, so all you have left to do is pick the menu, combine the ingredients, take it home and enjoy.
Ask Parents Place P .16 Our monthly column: Comforting your Baby

October 2006
Fall is looming close on the horizon and already glossy magazines abound with Halloween ideas, Scary Bloody Marys, costumes and more. What's going on in the Bay area?
Jack'o Lantern Tips p. 4 Do you sometimes wonder where to start, which pumpkin is the best for your project, whether throwing a pumpkin carving party is such a good idea? Brace yourself for some good old fun making Jack'o Lanterns this year by reading our tips.
What are you planning for your little pumpkin this year? or how to reap as much as you can from your kids' costumes! p.6 Detailed synopsis of all major Halloween events catering to families or young children in the Bay Area. Looking for a ghost train? Looking for a haunted house? Looking for pumpkin carving? Looking for pumpkin contests? Looking for the best decorated streets of San Francisco to parade your little ghouls at night? We have it all.
Fall getaway: Shasta Cascade p. 8 Tired of the same old Tahoe spots and traffic jams? Longing to discover new areas? The Shasta Cascade region is a real treat for nature-lovers and hides charming little towns that you've never heard about. Volcanoes, mountains, fall color leaves or early winter snow, Shasta Cascade is a great destination for families. Learn more about it in this article.
Books for kids: Learning books p. 13 And you thought ABC or 123 books were all boring? Not so. There are some very funny ones, and even "edible" books that your little tot won't get tired of. A short selection of the five best books in the field.
Ask Parents Place: Emotional intelligence p. 16 Teaching children to control or express their emotions can be a tough one when they can't even identify them. Learn to better understand them so children can avoid frustration and anger.

March 2006
Your March GGMG Newsletter is in the mail and we've got some great stuff for all of you. Also, don't forget to check out 1. our Spring Egg Hunt and 2. our shoe drive before the March general meeting. Here's a selection from our newsletter: *Breast is Best * p. 4 An article on breastfeeding basics for pregnant and other curious moms, plus a list of local resources and reference books. *Kid-Friendly **Kauai** * p. 8 Planning a vacation in Hawaii? Thinking of Kauai? Learn all this tropical island has to offer to families. You'll be pleasantly surprised. *Note from Webmasters * p. 11 Etiquette, etiquette. Can you or can't you post this? Read our rules on unsolicited commercial posts. *Toilet Training * p. 12 Thinking of toilet training your child? Learn to identify the cues by watching your child's body language, and follow our tips. Also a list of useful resources. *Where to donate kid gear* p. 16 Too many toys? Too many kids' clothes? Check our list of donation addresses and do yourself a favor: help kids in need. *Books for Kids * p. 17 Does your child love dogs? Fine, so do we. Find doggie books for all age groups.

February 2006
This is a single issue.Your GGMG February Newsletter should arrive in the mail any day now. Apart from our usual columns and GGMG committees announcements, you'll find hot topics such as: *Love Your Playground * Did you know San Francisco had 145 playgrounds? You can help making your kid's playground a better place by helping the city inspect them. Find out how. p. 5 *Night Terrors* Screams and crying at night? Halloween is not over for everyone. Read more on these scary sleep disturbances. p. 6 *How to Find a Pediatrician* New to the city? New mom? New baby? Tips on finding just the perfect fit between your pediatrician and your family. p. 8 *GGMG Donations* Please help GGMG contribute to the community by telling us about your favorite charity. The selected charity gets a special allocation from our budget. p. 9 *Scrapbooking* Time to put together your baby's first year scrapbook? Or even your pregnancy scrapbook? Here is how. All you've always wanted to know on scrapbooks and resources. p. 10 *GGMG Members Tips: the Perfect Purse * Good ideas for good moms. Our members share the secrets of their purses. p. 15 *Books for Kids: San Francisco* Get local. Read books on this beautiful city. Or discover the city through your child's eyes. p. 16 .