A bit of news to keep you in the know about things happening with Multiples of America. Be sure to check out the quiz at the bottom for your chance to win a gift card!

A Winner!
74 members emailed their answers to the May quiz. A perfect score is not the aim; everyone who joins in the fun is entered into the drawing. The May quiz focused on multiple connections in Louisville, KY, the site of our 2024 annual convention. The quiz answers were:  

A Louisville-based research study collected data from nearly 500 pairs of twins and their siblings. It is now working to reconnect with those participants to gather midlife data. The study is called the Louisville Twin Study.

The steeples on the grandstand at Churchill Downs in Louisville are a landmark of the Kentucky Derby. They are called the Twin Spires.

The Kentucky Derby is part of a series of three horse races in the United States. Altogether, the three are known as the Triple Crown.

This wooden roller coaster thrilled visitors at Louisville’s Kentucky Kingdom amusement park from 1998 to 2007. The ride, which was called the Twisted Twins was converted to a hybrid of wood and steel called the Stormcoaster.   

The Comedy of Errors tells the story of two sets of identical twins who were accidentally separated at birth. It will be playing at a free festival in Louisville’s Central Park during the time of our annual convention. The play was written by a famous father of twins, William Shakespeare.            

Winner of the gift card drawing was Joy Givens, South Hills of Pittsburgh MOMs (PA). Find the June quiz at the end of this email. Just click on the link and you’ll be able to answer quickly and easily on the pre-filled form!

June 16
“Family is not an important thing. It’s everything.” – Michael J. Fox

They go by many names: Daddy. Papa. Father. They wear many hats: baseball, bike helmet…mentor, protector, provider, mechanic, lawn care expert. It’s a day to say thanks for it all. To all the dads, papas, and fathers: A belated Happy Father’s Day!

Board News
The board is working with our volunteers to deliver the services and benefits you enjoy from year to year as well as to develop new initiatives focused on support and connection. Here’s a few of our latest moves:

• We’ve launched a Communication Survey to gather information about your views on our publications, social media, and website. Will you take a moment to complete the survey so we can continue working to tailor our communications to what matters most to you? 2024 Multiples of America Preferred Communication Survey
• We received a @4imprint#4onebyone promotional products grant to help provide some special perks for attendees at our annual convention!
• We’ve created a new advertising flyer. If you know of a small business with a multiple-related product, let them know about the option for advertising in our publications or mailings. There’s even a discount for members who would like to advertise! Check out our new flyer: https://multiplesofamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/04/MOA-Advertising-Brochure-2024-FINAL.pdf

Zoom Into a Convention Workshop Without Leaving Home!
The question begins early in life:

What do you want to be when you grow up?

Discovering the answer can be difficult; sometimes it even changes year by year.

How can parents help? Ali Dunn is coming to our annual convention with some answers. She’ll help parents gain the tools and confidence to talk to their children about careers, and share practical tips for career development at every age and stage. Ali Dunn is an affiliate member of Multiples of America, the founder of Me Two Books, and the creator of several ecourses about career exploration. Most importantly, she is the chief mom officer of identical twins born at 28 weeks.

We’re hoping you’ll join in this convention workshop even if you can’t be with us in Louisville. There’s no charge. It’s Friday, July 26, 2:15 PM – 3:15 PM CST. Reserve your seat by Wednesday, July 24 at: https://multiplesofamerica.org/zoom-connects/  

MOMs Mall
If you live within driving distance of the Louisville area, please drop by MOMs Mall on Friday evening, July 27, 7:30 –  9:30 p.m. (and bring your family). It’s a fun shopping and networking event. Our Timeless Treasures silent auction will also be happening at that time. MOMs Mall is open to the public. Convention registration is not required. We’d love to see you there!

Amazon Wish List
If you’d like to make a small donation for convention but aren’t sure what we need, check out our Amazon wish list. It’s filled with items we could use in welcoming attendees to the hospitality room and filling our convention swag bags: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/2A0CI5DDSNYX2?ref=cm_sw_em_r_un_un_UyQmhKfXpB6Yr

 It’s a Click that Will Change Your Life….
Help us boost the power of Multiples of America. Share your skills and expertise with parents nationwide. Build friendships with parents of multiples from across the nation. We’ve got positions to match a wide array of interests, skill levels, and time commitments. Volunteer to be a part of our team. The initial deadline has passed, but we are still accepting applications. So it’s not too late! Complete the form today to get on the team for our next term which starts at the end of July: https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9Y737LZ

In Search of a Multiple Match
Our new Multiple Match program provides a personal connection for members in an electronic format. Sign up and we’ll work to match you with another member experiencing similar parenting or life challenges. It’s a match that can create a connection for support or friendship.

Right now, we are especially looking for matches for members who have:

• Preschool multiples with older siblings
• Multiples with Goldenhar Syndrome
• Multiples who are autistic
• Multiples who spent time in the NICU
• Elementary aged multiples
• Special needs multiples

And members who are:

• Raising young multiples while caring for elderly parents
• Single moms of multiples who used an anonymous donor

Join in Multiple Match by signing up at on the Members Only page.

And the Winner Is…
Name Your Club’s Member of the Year Today
Shine the spotlight on someone in your club. All you have to do is submit their name as your club’s Member of the Year.

The Member of the Year is chosen by your club. It’s a chance to honor a member who has made a big difference for your club in the last year. Each club can submit the names of up to two members. Members of the Year will be announced at convention, plus recognized in an upcoming issue of Multiple Connections and on our social media. The members and club do not need to be present at convention in order to be recognized. June 30 is the deadline. Use this URL to go to the submission form: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSfnC__22E_UvqXSUCLDDqDGrCIuiH0aO7Em1sShgFLvfpBExQ/viewform

First Class
Get a first class treat for your club with one click of the ELITE renewal button.

Just renew your membership by June 30 and you’ll be recognized as one of our ELITE CLUBS. That means you are First-Class, the Best, Special, Crème de la Crème, and you’ll receive special recognition on social media, at convention, and on our website.

To be honored as an ELITE club, just go to this link, select the ELITE Status button and follow instructions: https://multiplesofamerica.org/renew_elite

NOTE: If your club collects dues later in the year, you can renew with as few as four members, then register the others as “add-on” members once your membership drive is complete (no later than September 30). New members should also be added to your club’s membership listing year-round by submitting them as “add-on” members. https://multiplesofamerica.org/add-on/

There are 27 ELITE clubs for our current membership year, listed on our Members Only page. Can we add to that number for the 2024-25 membership year? I think we can!

Club Connections
Looking for some quick reads? Learn about Multiples Unfiltered. Get the 411 on our digital marketing bootcamp. Find out more about how National Reps can help your club. Check out current and past issues of Club Connections on the Members Only page.

News from Around the Globe
A new ICOMBO (International Council of Multiple Birth Organizations) newsletter was published this month. It includes research updates and news from parents of multiples organizations worldwide. You can check out this news from around the globe in the Members Only section at: https://multiplesofamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/06/Newsletter-June-2024.pdf.

Twin Research
RU in touch with a twin? If you have adult twins or are in contact with some, we’re asking that you pass along information about the research study, RUaTwin. We are assisting Rebecca Betjemann from Regis University in Denver, CO, with finding participants for the study. Participants will complete an online study which will take about 15-25 minutes. The survey asks for perspectives on a wide range of topics including personality, religion, altruism, empathy, and politics. Respondents may respond “prefer not to answer” if a question probes an area about which they would rather not share their opinion. Read more about the study at: https://multiplesofamerica.org/ruatwin_research.

Complete the contact form to register interest in joining the study at: https://www.ruatwin.org 

Local Club Celebrations
Permian Basin Moms of Multiples (AZ) met in May to celebrate Mother’s Day with a brunch, complete with a special gift bag. They also started a monthly “Testimonial Tuesday” post on their social media which features quotes from members about how the club has supported them.

Northwest Houston Mothers of Multiples (TX) chilled out with a moms’ pool night in June. Then to heat things back up, some gathered for their monthly book club to discuss the scorching, hot romance The Idea of You.

Congrats to Upstate Parents of Multiples (SC): They recently marked their club’s 60^th anniversary with a fun gathering filled with “kid-free conversation.”

Watch for This
Our website is growing and changing almost daily. Check out these items:

The June Press Release shares information about our new sponsor Tod Lewis Law, LLC. Ever heard of multiples mixing? Read the press release to find out more: https://multiplesofamerica.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/05/june-24-press-release-Announcing-Sponsor.pdf

Has your club added some new members recently? Perhaps some club members have been wanting to know more about the special benefits that come with a membership in Multiples of America? We now have a toolkit custom made to answer those questions. Check out our New Member toolkit and other toolkits on our Members Only page.

Send Your Ideas, Share Your Joys and Challenges
I’d love to hear from you. Let me know what questions you have about any of these items or other services provided by Multiples of America. Share some news about your club: its successes or challenges, or any anniversaries or special celebrations or share about your personal joys or challenges on your parenting journey. Contact me at president@multiplesofamerica.org

THIS MONTH’S QUIZ IS CLOSED.