(HER)Story ~ Focus from 2002 -2009 has been on branding a sustainable genre and motherhood movement that puts women and at the forefront of media and community with viable creative and cultural content.
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Through painting, I get to look at the thoughts in my head, and everything is somehow tied to my experience of motherhood. There doesn’t seem to be anything that’s entirely separate anymore. I love the ‘trance like’ peacefulness of a long painting session, as well as the little bit of madness it brings. It keeps me sane. Art is the perfect counter balance to my family life
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For Amy Richards, as for a lot of women, labor pains began way before her first child came knocking. As she recounts in her new book, "Opting In: Having a Child Without Losing Yourself," she couldn't decide whether to have her son in a hospital, in a birthing center or at home. More ...
Rock Star Mommy is a rallying cry for every woman who fondly recalls when she spent more time in mosh pits than “Mommy and Me” classes. From the moment Judy Davids donned a pair of go-go boots and jumped onstage, she embarked on an unforgettable journey. Rock Star Mommy chronicles Davids’ experiences as a music fan, a mother, and the leader of the Mydols—one of the first “mommy” rock bands in the country. More...
I have battled Systemic Lupus for over 10 years and it was the effect that it had on my family and myself that was the inspiration for Mama, Won't You Play With Me?More...
MAMAPALOOZA in the Collingswood New Jersey Library System
Library Participation
The first MaMapalooza event took place on a single stage in Manhattan in 2002. One concert grew to many and gave birth to a grass roots movement of global proportions, putting women, mothers and families at the center of every experience and raising awareness of their value as consumers and constituents.
This year Deb Chamberlin has organized a series of concerts and art gatherings at local libraries in the Collingswood, New Jersey area. We look forward to seeing how this successful series pans out.
Book Of The Month
NEW BOOK TO TACKLE THE OBSTACLES OF DISEASE AND DISABILITY IN THE FAMILY DYNAMIC
Over 8 million families in the United States alone have one or both parents disabled. The stress of illness can be difficult for anyone to bear but for the children of disabled parents it can be overwhelming. A child’s tendency is perhaps to act out in defiance and to be angry with the parent because they lack understanding. A new book has been released in an effort to open the lines of communication for these parents and their children.
As a Registered Nurse, mother and Systemic Lupus sufferer, Meg Walsh, author of Mama, Won’t You Play With Me? Knows both personally and professionally of the effects that long term illness can have on a family. In her own family, both her sister and brother-in-law are battling cancer, each with young children. Out of the 5 children born to Walsh and her 2 sisters, all 5 have a disabled parent. These numbers speak for themselves.
Walsh’s book is the story of Dudley Duckling whose mother has a broken wing and cannot play with him. It is a heartwarming story of love and family for any child and may bring comfort to the child of a disabled or ill parent.
For each book sold, Walsh will donate a portion of the proceeds to a local charity organization. Each month a different charity will be chosen to receive these donations. She welcomes readers to contact her through her website, www.MegWalshOnline.com to share their story and nominate a charity to receive the donations.
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LIBRARY
"Why don't art galleries display more images of modern woman's daily domestic grind?" Forty-two color pictures elaborate on the above question and similar ones raised in this witty visual spoof of "great" art. More..
Laura Faeth's account of finding her spirtual nature by following an unexpected path, and a rock band, make for informative reading that's sure to awaken your inner goddess too. More...
Jamie Cat Callan’s latest book, “French Women Don’t Sleep Alone: Pleasurable Secrets to Finding Love” (Kensington) is forthcoming in March 2009. Jamie is also the creator of “The Writers Toolbox” and has taught her unique right brain approach to writing at Yale University More..
Raw and real, lively and lustful, The Mom Egg is an eclectic collection of poetry, prose, and drawings by creative artists who are also mothers. Poets, lyricists, humorists, and essayists, from new moms to grandmothers. More...
This important new collection analyzes, reevaluates and, in some cases challenges 'expert' advice on pregnancy, mothering and mothering practices. Mother knows best argues for a feminist, mother-centered critique. More ...
New York City child abuse and sex crimes prosecutor Jill Starishevsky Uses her decade of experience and expertise, to craft a book that speaks to children - it makes them aware that when it comes to their bodies, there are boundaries. It assures them that it’s OK to tell a parent or teacher if someone touches their “private parts." More....
I grew up (but didn't grow up) in Madison, Wisconsin. I was a high school cheerleader and choir jock but went off the party deep-end at the University of Wisconsin. Iin the mid-'80's, my girlfriends and I formed the band Zuzu's Petals. We got our act together around 1991 (vans, tours, recording contracts). I hooked up with musician Paul Westerberg and got the nesting urge in a major way. More...
For Amy Richards, as for a lot of women, labor pains began way before her first child came knocking. As she recounts in her new book, "Opting In: Having a Child Without Losing Yourself," she couldn't decide whether to have her son in a hospital, in a birthing center or at home. 
"Why don't art galleries display more images of modern woman's daily domestic grind?" Forty-two color pictures elaborate on the above question and similar ones raised in this witty visual spoof of "great" art. 
Jamie Cat Callan’s latest book, “French Women Don’t Sleep Alone: Pleasurable Secrets to Finding Love” (Kensington) is forthcoming in March 2009. Jamie is also the creator of “The Writers Toolbox” and has taught her unique right brain approach to writing at Yale University 
Raw and real, lively and lustful, The Mom Egg is an eclectic collection of poetry, prose, and drawings by creative artists who are also mothers. Poets, lyricists, humorists, and essayists, from new moms to grandmothers. 
This important new collection analyzes, reevaluates and, in some cases challenges 'expert' advice on pregnancy, mothering and mothering practices. Mother knows best argues for a feminist, mother-centered critique. 
