By KARI BLURTON
Hays Post

A local nonprofit — aimed at offering support for stay-at-home moms and mothers who work on a part-time basis — is hosting its annual open house from 10 to 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Hays Recreation Commission.

According  to MOMS Club of Hays President Kinsey Green, the club is for “those moms who don’t always get an opportunity to socialize” beyond their homes and playgrounds.

Green said she joined the group in 2012 when her first son was almost 2 years old and the organization helped her “drastically.”

“I am a very social person, and I was just searching for something.  I personally have made great friends through this group and so has my son,” she said.

“The open house is for anyone who would like to see what (MOMS Club) is all about, ” said Green. “Mothers are encouraged to bring their children to participate in Valentine’s-themed crafts and activities, such as cupcake decorating.”

But Green said MOMS Club of Hays is more about socializing.

The biggest benefit for Green — and any mother —  is the opportunity to seek advice from other moms.

“If  I have a question that has to do with parenting or need some advice there is always someone to ask,” she said. “It just makes you feel better.”

According to Green, MOMS Club also gives back to the community by participating on charitable projects throughout the year.

“We have done many service projects over the years,” she said “Most recently, a canned food drive for the Community Assistance Center, a paper-goods drive for the women’s shelter and  … (book donations) to Parents as Teachers/Early Head Start.”

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