The Child Care Co-op has been running for almost 2 years and is providing a valuable date night each month for the nine couples participating.  

The way it works:

Families bring their children to the gym on the 3rd Saturday of the month from 5-9 pm. Two couples stay and watch all the children while the other couples go and enjoy a night out. Those providing child care also provide dinner, dessert and drinks for the kids. Group games and the option to watch a movie keep the kids busy for the 4 hours and they have a blast. Refer to the calendar for future Co-op dates.

For more details or to sign up, contact Todd and Stephanie Watkins at 301-834-5426 or send them an email.

Feedback:

"What a great idea! We look forward to those hours of peace and quiet. Not only do the kids enjoy it, but it's a great way to meet other families with similar interests." - Nigel & Bridget

"Dave and I LOVE, LOVE the fact that we actually have a date night EVERY month. We schedule things around the 3rd Saturday as much as possible. Aubrie looks forward to going to the gym and playing with her friends. We are delighted that Lily, our 21 month old, does wonderfully as well." - Dave & Lisa