The new year has been cold and snowy so far–a great season to spend lots of time at the Family Room playing and making new friends! Read on for some important updates from the MFR Board.
Member Survey
It’s time for our annual member survey, and we need your feedback! As a co-op, we always value member feedback, and the annual survey helps the board plan future offerings, room improvements, and policy changes. Please take a few moments to fill it out by Friday, February 2nd. Members who complete the survey can enter a raffle: three winners will receive $25 off either a room rental or next year’s membership!
Keeping the MFR Green
A few electricity-saving reminders for this chilly and dark season:
- If you turn on the heat, please reset the thermostat to 68 before you leave (if you turned it on but are not the last to leave, check in to make sure it’s on another member’s radar!).
- Please remember to turn off all lights in the room before leaving.
- Please also turn off stairwell lights as you go down (there is a switch on the 2nd floor; no need to make your way in the dark).
MFR’s 35th Anniversary
Did you know that the Melrose Family Room is celebrating its 35th year of serving families in the community? All past and current members are invited to celebrate this milestone on Saturday, March 9 from 7:00-10:00 pm at Temple Beth Shalom, 21 East Foster Street in Melrose. The adult-only event is also a fundraiser for the MFR. You can learn more and register at https://bit.ly/MFR35Years.
We are also looking for sponsor and raffle/auction items! If you work for or know of a local business that would be interested in donating an item, service, or gift card, please reach out to Amanda at amaher09@gmail.com. Sponsors will receive publicity leading up to and at the event, and all proceeds will go towards scholarships and improvements to the room.
Upcoming Events
Bring your kids to the MFR on Saturday, January 20th for a movie night! We’ll be serving up some popcorn and playing a family-friendly movie from 4-6pm. RSVP here!
Friday, February 9th is our Member Appreciation Valentine’s Day Party from 5-7:30 pm! Join us for pizza, snacks, crafts, and excellent company. RSVP here!