The members of LEEAF would like to encourage those seeking information about adoption from Eastern Europe to attend the events listed. Taking that first step into the "adoption arena" can sometimes be overwhelming and intimidating. We understand because we have been there. To RSVP, contact Karen Bordelon, karenbordelon@hotmail.com. Dates and times are subject to change due to rain or other circumstances. Please check this page before an event.
LEEAf is not an incorporated entity. We are an adoption group of families that share a common bond. Every family attending a LEEAF event is required to sign in. By signing, you are agreeing not to hold any of the members of the LEEAF steering committee personally liable in the event of injury.
Our summer party will be similar to last year's party, with Russian recipes and fun crafts! The children will rotate through several centers making - Russian Pirozhky, Russian Tea Cookies, Russian Fruit Salad, and a Tsar or Tsarina Crown. They can make their own Russian tea using a real samovar. If your child is 5 years or younger, we ask that you stay with your child the entire party, assisting him/her with the crafts and recipes. Young Chef's Academy age recommendation for this event - 4 years and older.
Due to space, the guys will meet at a restaurant near by. There is only enough room for one parent, but the guys always have a great time. Please RSVP by July 1st.
This event will be filled first by current LEEAF members, then, if space is still available, we will open it to all others.. If you are unsure if your LEEAF membership is current ($35 per year, per family), please send an email to karenbordelon@hotmail.com.
Cost: $12 per child, made payable to LEEAF.
Please mail your check to Karen Bordelon, 916 Rue Chartes, Mandeville, LA 70471. Checks must be received by July 5th.
We will be collecting new back packs (no wheeled back packs please) for Russian Orphans at this event. If you would like to add a luggage tag to your back pack, we will provide one at the party for you. All you have to do is add a little note to the tag (someone will translate). * If you would like to check out book from the LEEAF library (for some summer reading!), please send your request to Karen and she will bring them to this event.
Ladies' Night, Fall 2008
Details TBA
Sunday, November 2nd or 9th, Fall Party Celebrating National Adoption Awareness Month, Mandeville
Details and exact date: TBA
Russian Christmas Party, January 11th, 2009
Details TBA
Art Works Field Trip, Tuesday, August 5th, 12:00 - 3:00, 4240 Hwy. 22, Suite 7, Mandeville, Azalea Square Shopping Center (You will see Strawberry Patch on the corner. Go into this shopping center, toward the back), 985-674-3112
This is a "drop off event" for children entering 1st grade or older. The children will learn about a specific Russian artist and paint on canvas, (Russian-themed painting, exact details TBA). They will do some fun drawing exercises and have a snack mid-way through the sesson. They will leave with a completed, unframed painting on canvas. Please wear old clothes!
The ladies will probably meet at Mandina's for lunch, two doors down from Art Works. Watch for details.
Cost: $10 per child
Please mail your check to: Karen Bordelon, 916 Rue Chartes, Mandevile, LA 70471. Please make checks payable to Art Works and write your child's name in the memo.
Russian Classes for Children (Language & Culture), Sundays & Wednesdays, Speak Easy in Mandeville
Your child can take two days a week, both Sunday and Wednesday, or just one day per week. The lesson will be taught through songs, games, art, stories, and other media. Children will be grouped according to age ~ ages 4 - 7 and ages 8 & up.
For information about registration or to learn more about this wonderful opportunity, contact Victoria Burk, victoriaburk@bellsouth.net. Classes start on June 1st, but children can join anytime.
