Mira Greenland – Co-Chair
I am a part-time working mom to two children under the age of 4. When I moved to Acton from California, I sought out Acton Family Network immediately. I was placed in a playgroup with 6 other mothers with similar aged children. I immediately connected with the group which made my transition here much easier. Since then there have been many more connections our family has made through AFN events and my experience on the board. I have AFN to thank for the majority of the amazing community of friends we've built since we've moved here.
Jen Izzo - Co-Chair
We moved to Acton a couple of years ago, lured by the good schools and quasi-rural character. I work 4 days per week, and have two sons aged 4 and 1. AFN has played a huge role in helping to make Acton home. As soon as we moved here, I immediately joined a playgroup. I then proceeded to join a babysitting coop, and then finally joined the Board as coordinator for Mom & Me and Family Activities. It’s been fun to plan outings that enable me to spend quality time with my sons and to meet new people, all at the same time, not to mention taking advantage of the wonderful resources in the Acton area.
Lynda Burgess - Public Relations
Jill Buonomo - Public Relations
I am a part-time working mom to two young children, and I was thrilled to find AFN after moving to Acton from California. Our kids have enjoyed the events, and it has been a great way for us to meet other families with young kids. I'm proud to volunteer my time to help an organization that offers so much to the local community.
Ellen Bluth - Webmaster
I am a full time working mom to twin boys who are preschool age, one of whom is allergic to peanuts. As a working Mom, I found it hard to meet other families with young children and this is why I joined AFN. Being part of the AFN Board has allowed me to make a difference in the programs being offered and allows me to help build a wonderful community of families.
Debbie Calderon - Craft Hour
Dawn Cronin - Day Trip Coordinator
Brooke Gould - Secretary
Heather Lammey - Playgroups Coordinator
Orissa Lawrence - First Connections Liason
Rebecca MacNeill - 5 + Craft Hour, Graphic Designer
Sharon Metzger – Membership Coordinator, Newsletter Editor and Babysitting Coop Membership Coordinator
I am a part-time work-at-home mom to two boys, one at Douglas and one in preschool. We have lived in Acton since 2004, and connected with AFN shortly before moving from Arlington . Since we knew no one in town other than our immediate neighbors, AFN turned out to be a great resource. We became “charter members” of babysitting coop 3, and the other families had kids close to our kids’ ages, so we connected quickly. I’m a technical writer in my professional life, so when the newsletter editor position opened up, I was excited to find a way to get more involved. Acton is a great community, and AFN makes it even more so.
Dara Mitchell - Treasurer
Rachel Rodman - Fundraising
Paulette Stout - Book Group
I am a full time working mom (from home, thank goodness), with two kids under 10. I was lucky to bump into an AFN member at a playground shortly after I moved here two years ago. She told me about AFN and the babysitting coops, so I promptly joined one and I’m so glad I did! Those wonderful ladies and their families have become close friends and an invaluable support system for those times in need. We have no local relatives, but we do have a family thanks to AFN.
Mariah Straayer - Story Hour
Gary Sullivan - Guy's Night Out
I have the distinction/honor of being the first and “currently” the only dad on the AFN board. I have 2 daughters and a 3rd child on the way. Our family joined AFN when we moved to Acton in 2004 as a way to meet other families, and we have made great friends and enjoyed countless events. The babysitting coop has also helped my wife and I to get out for some occasional date nights too! I love Acton, and the AFN is a great part of this town.
Deb Verner - Mom's Night Out
Vanessa Volinsky - Dad & Me
I am a full-time working mom to two children, ages 3 and 6. I work just down the street in Maynard with all those Monsters. My husband and I have lived in Acton for 10 years now and we love it. Before we had children, we stumbled on the Tag Sale and learned about AFN. I made sure to join once our first was born. When the Storyhour Coordinator position opened up, I thought it would be a great way to contribute to the organization and spend time with my son at the same time. I moved into the Co-Chair position a year later. After 3 rewarding years as Co-Chair, I've passed the torch to Jen Izzo who is off to an amazing start. I'll be remaining on the Board as the Dad and Me coordinator. I owe most of my friends in town to AFN. Being a member of AFN and a Board member has been a major part of my life for the last five years. I have learned so much from this great community and hope to continue to contribute in the future.
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