If you are intersted in starting a new group, contact Special Interest Group coordinator Cassi Orme.

Book Club

Book Club meets every fourth Thursday of the month to discuss a chosen book.

Contact: Audrey Cassar, Emily Hazzard

Girls Night

This group of spouses meets monthly, sometimes to participate in an organized activity and other times to enjoy an informal get together for dinner out or a good flick. Join anytime you might be available. Open to all MFC members.

Contact: Catherine Stryker

Gourmet Club

This is a great opportunity for you and your spouse to socialize and enjoy delicious cuisine. Four to six couples meet each month at a member's house to enjoy a gourmet dinner. Monthly dish responsibilities are divided among your group.

Contact: Becky Cornelius, Cecelia McPhail

International and Minority Support

This group is designed to provide a means of networking and support for minorities within the United States, as well as families coming from around the world and intercultural families. Their outreach is especially for new families who want to get connected to other families. This group is not limited to miniorities and welcomes all who wish to partake in a culturally rich environment. They meet monthly on the third Thursday.

Contact: Enrene van Tonder

Needlers

Do you enjoy knitting, crosstitch, quilting, or sewing? This group is where "needlers" can get together on occaision to work on all of those half-finished projects. Come join us in having fun while getting your craft finished! They meet monthly on the second Wednesday of the month. 

Contact: Emily Baltz-Gephart

New Moms & Dads

A place where new moms and dads (with babies up to 2 years old) or parents-to-be can gather to exchange advice, babysitters, questions, etc. We have casual play dates at the Mall Play Area on Fridays. This group also has an online yahoo group as a way to share all the joys and challenges of being a new mom.

Contact: Jill Youse

Playdate Party

Do you ever feel like you're always looking for ways to keep your kids happy and engaged while having some fun yourself?  Then, "Playdate Party" is the thing for you!  Whether you are new to Rochester or have been here awhile, this is a great opportunity for you and your child(ren) to have a great time together, plus meet a lot of new friends!  Four to six families will be placed in playgroups based on similar interests, gender and age of child(ren), and availability for playdates.  Once placed in a playgroup, playdates can be tailored to meet your own individual group's needs.  Playdates can be as structured or flexible as you want.  Monthly themed activity, craft, and snack ideas will be provided for those interested playgroups.  "Playdate Party" is a great avenue to have fun with your kids while building strong friendships for you both!  Open to all MFC moms, dads, and kids.
 
If you are interested in being a part of a playgroup or want to help organize new playgroups, please email Michelle Schomas or call 288-2603.

Proudly Male Society

A loosely knit group of spouses who gather monthly for activities that are traditionally male, such as Monday Night Football, bowling, cards, etc. Open to all MFC members.

Contact: Greg Burnett 

Toddler Time

This informal playgroup (infants to toddlers) meets year round. It is a great chance to relax and visit with other moms and dads while your kids play. We gather Thursday mornings from 10:00am to noon. Join us at Kutsky Park when the weather is nice, or at Pipsqueaks in the United Way building when it's cold. New families are always welcome. No advance notice is required.

Contact: Sarah Lytle

Volleyball

Interested spouses and residents can form teams to play in the city's municipal leagues. If you're interested in starting or joining a team, we'll help you get through the initial process.

Contact: James Vavricek