Spring is definitely in the air…and Rhode Island au pairs welcomed the nice weather by organizing a picnic at India Point Park in Providence on a recent Sunday afternoon. Everyone brought food to share, and the mood was upbeat and enthusiastic. It’s been a long, cold winter for all of us, and especially those au pairs who have come to us from warmer climates. The arrival of warmer weather and longer days brings us all a sense of rejuvenation. Rhode Island au pairs are planning another picnic which will be scheduled on a week-day when they can bring along their children for a play date. With summer just around the corner, there are a lot of plans in the works for au pairs who want to make the most of their time here in the beautiful “Ocean State”!
Monthly Archives: May 2013
"Au Pair and Me" Yoga
You’ve heard of “Mommy and Me” yoga —This class has been designed to give caregivers and the children that they care for an opportunity to practice yoga together in a relaxed and playful atmosphere. The class was originally created for au pairs with Au Pair in America by their local counselor, who is also a yoga instructor; however it is now open to moms, dads and caregivers in the area, along with their babies or toddlers. The class is geared toward the caregiver; the child may participate or just free play alongside. The atmosphere is relaxed and playful, and is open to all ages — a “yoga play date” of sorts. Please bring a yoga mat or towel.
Event: Yoga for Caregivers and Children
Where: India Point Park, Fox Point, Providence, RI
When: Mondays Mornings 9:30 – 10:15 from June 24 – July 29, 2013 (Weather Permitting)
Open to caregivers and their children. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
This class is FREE, caregivers outside of the au pair program are simply asked to leave with a brochure, and tell someone they know about Au Pair in America! www.AuPairinAmerica.com
Reserve your spot by calling 401-949-2427, e-mail BarbaraFetta@gmail.com or visit www.TheYogaWorkshop.com
Cinco de Mayo Fiesta
Cinco de Mayo (the 5th of May) is a national holiday in Mexico, but is also widely celebrated in United States. Rhode Island Au Pairs celebrated Cinco de Mayo at their May Cluster Meeting, a potluck Fiesta complete with Mexican food, music and Margaritas. Everyone contributed — and it turned out to be a festive and fun occasion!
We congratulated Maribel on her last “official” cluster meeting, as her time as an au pair comes to an end. She shared with us some of the high points of her exciting au pair experience, and we had the opportunity to wish her well before she returns to Mexico to finish her education.
