Members of Moms League of Aiken are encouraged to plan and host events for other members and their children to provide fun, safe, social activities for all. Hosts are free to plan whatever they feel most comfortable with, whether in their home or at a neutral location such as an area playground. Examples of activities are playgroups, crafts or baking, visiting a local attraction, stroller walks, etc. Activities geared towards moms and/or families are also welcome, provided that children are allowed to attend. Events do not need to be complicated or formal, nor do hosts have to spend money to create an activity. The goal is for social time together and anything else, like warm banana bread and coffee, is considered a bonus. Listed below are important items that our organization expects from a host.

Even though most homes with children are child proofed, some things could be overlooked once your child starts getting older and more independent. Make sure to secure all chemicals, poisons, and other dangerous material from children’s reach. Remove all hazards and valuables such as glass tables, your grandmother’s figurine, etc. While we ask that hosts provide a safe environment for play, mothers in attendance are ultimately responsible for the safety of the children she brings to any activity.

If you cannot host your activity, whether it is several weeks in advance or at the last minute, consider canceling an activity only as a last resort. Ideas for alternative plans may include:

• Trading dates with another host
• Find another member interested in hosting
• Move the event to a neutral location such as an area park

Please update the scheduled event once changes are made. If changes are being made at the last minute, it may be necessary to call all RSVPs since many may not have the chance to check e-mail or Facebook before an event. If you need an updated directory of our members, please contact any of the board members.

In a case where you cannot follow the procedures for making hosting changes and notifying attendees (such as a family emergency that calls you away), call the playgroup coordinator or a board member to let them know you cannot host and are unable to make alternative plans.

This code establishes guidelines for all the Moms League functions and interactions with Moms League members. It gives Moms League the guidelines needed to create harmonious playgroups and/or activities. It also provides the Executive Board with necessary guidelines and a plan of action if violations do occur. The final decision will rest with the Executive Board.

Children’s Conduct

Every child is in a different stage of development and all children will exhibit undesirable behavior at one time or another. We are here to offer support. If your child cannot get their behavior under control, remove them from the immediate area.

Aggressive Behavior

This includes hair pulling, biting, kicking, wrestling, spitting etc.: If any of these behaviors occur, you must speak to your child. If a 2nd incident occurs, you must remove your child from that area. If after thirty minutes the behavior doesn’t improve, you must remove yourself and your child from the playgroup/activity entirely for the rest day. If the Executive Board feels this is a danger to the rest of the club, they can make the decision to ask that you refrain from activities for 30 days.

Sickness

If you or your children show symptoms of a cold, fever, diarrhea, lice, etc. do not attend group activities. Everyone must be symptom free for 48 hours before attending a playgroup or activity. If you may have been in contact with anyone with a communicable disease (chicken pox, measles, Covid, etc.) you MUST inform a board member immediately for the safety of everyone.

Mom/Member’s Conduct

• No member shall use obscene or abusive verbal language, gestures, harassment etc. directed toward any member of the club or their children, including when not at Moms League
• Members should attempt to honor all RSVPs to events and
• All members shall be considerate and respectful of the property of other
• The chapter roster is for Moms League use The Moms League roster should never be used for business related advertising. No business ads are to be distributed to the members by any online groups used by the chapter.
• Members shall be responsible for any fees incurred from bounced
• Membership dues must be submitted by the last day of the month in which the member’s renewal is due. No grace period shall be given.

Actions may be taken against any member who violates the Code of Conduct. Actions are as follows:

• 1st offense: Verbal warning from a board member
• 2nd offense: Written warning signed by the entire current board
• 3rd offense: Member will be placed on a 30-day improvement period, where she and her children are not allowed to attend any Moms League activities, events, or meetings.

If no improvement is noted after the 30-day period, the member will be asked to leave Moms League and their dues will be forfeited. An appeals process exists for individuals who feel their membership has been unfairly terminated. The member should notify the president, in writing, of her desire to appeal her membership. The member will be notified, via certified mail, of the date and time the board will meet to discuss and vote on the appeal. The member is encouraged to attend this meeting. A unanimous vote of the executive board is required to deny the appeal.