If it’s almost time to send the little one off to preschool, but you’re not sure which of the many options is right, Clarkston-area Mothers and More is planning an event designed to help decide.
On Feb. 28, Mothers and More will host representatives from more than 20 public and private schools during its Preschool Meet and Greet, a fair-style event where parents can gather information, ask questions and begin making comparisons.
‘We have so many more choices than in the past,? said Mothers and More Co-leader Amie Moore. ‘This is a unique opportunity for families to gather the nuts and bolts and get all the basic information on different preschools.?
The event was planned for late February, Moore explained, because many preschools see the bulk of families reserving spots in March for fall sessions.
‘A lot of these schools are starting to plan their own spring open houses,? she said. ‘So this is a neat opportunity for parents to (attend the Meet and Greet) and say ‘OK, these are the three schools I want to visit in March.??
The event is free and open to the public.
Although the Meet and Greet was not scheduled last year while Mothers and More underwent a transition, other years saw about 85-125 families in attendance.
In addition to holding the event at a new, more spacious location’in the Clarkston Community Education Center Cafeteria’Moore said the group also broadened the geographic spectrum of schools invited to attend.
This year, participating school representatives will arrive from Clarkston, Waterford, Lake Orion, Ortonville and other surrounding communities.
Children are welcome, and refreshments will be provided. Each family will receive a directory of represented schools, as well as a gift bag to collect information.? ?
And, a gift basket filled with scrapbooking supplies valued over $75 will also be raffled at the door.
According to the group’s mission statement, Mothers and More is a national non-profit organization dedicated to improving the lives of mothers through support, education and advocacy, as well as addressing mothers? needs as individuals and members of society, and promoting the value of all work mothers do.
The Clarkston area chapter of Mothers and More holds open meetings the third Monday of each month at Red Knapp’s on Dixie Highway.
The next gathering is Monday, Feb. 18, at 7:15 p.m.
In addition, the group also schedules events such as Moms? Nights Out, book discussions, playgroups, and other social activities.
Visit the chapter’s website at www.clarkstonareamothersandmore.com.?

Clarkston Area Mothers and More
Pre-School Meet and Greet
Feb. 28, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Clarkston Community Education 6558 Waldon Rd.
For more information, email ClarkstonClub@gmail.com