AMANDA COLE, SOCIAL CHAIR
My name is Amanda and I am excited to be the Social Chair this year! I have also held the roles of President and Treasurer within this group and am excited for a role to step back in but still be involved in the group! I have 2 daughters, Ava (December 2016) and Nora (April 2020). I am homeschooling my oldest. I was born and raised in Maryland but have been in Georgia for almost 9 years now! If there is ever spare time, I like to watch tv shows, explore new areas, read, and create different projects.
DENISE FIELD, LENDING LIBRARY CHAIR
My name is Denise and I am looking forward to being the Lending Library Chair. I am originally from Germany where I met my husband who was stationed there through the military. We moved to the States in December 2005 and first lived in El Paso, Texas and then moved to Augusta, Georgia where we have lived since 2010. I enjoy going for walks as well as doing short workouts when time permits. I also enjoy baking and cooking and enjoy conversations with others and I am interested in other people's lives. I have two very sweet sons, Finn who was born in December 2019 and Luka who was born in January 2025. We are a family who loves all kinds of animals. We have been involved with AMC for over 3 years. We have enjoyed being involved in group activities and playdates and it has helped us get out of the house after Covid and to make friendships and meet like minded moms.
The Lending Library has a nice selection of different swaddles and baby carriers as well as a nursing pillow that can be tried out as an AMC member. Please get in touch with me if you are interested in trying out any of the items.
HANNAH SALOMON
SUNSHINE COMMITTEE
Hi! I'm Hannah! Lover of all things coffee, outdoors, sports, crafts and people related. I'm a part time Occupational Therapist and full time mom. Originally from Maryland. Can't wait to continue to get to know more of you!
TAYLOR BAKER
SUNSHINE COMMITTEE
My name is Taylor, and I’m so excited to be joining the Sunshine Committee. I was born and raised in SC, but moved to Georgia in 2019 after I met my wonderful husband, Neil. We got married in October 2020, and we have two girls: Tia (Dec 2021) and Tessa (May 2023). I’m currently a SAHM, but looking forward to going to work once the girls are in school. I graduated from Massage Therapy school in 2021. I enjoy reading, movies, and cooking. I also love day trips to the beach, and day hikes.
BISMA SHAIK
SUNSHINE COMMITTEE
Hey I’m Bisma! Originally from columbus Ohio and then I got married and moved to charlotte and then eventually to Augusta for my husbands job. I was a child care worker for 6+ years and then became a stay at home mom after I got pregnant with my 2nd son 4 months after having my first son LOL. I joined AMC right after I got pregnant with my daughter in 2023 and I love it! If you’re looking for supportive women to hangout with or to vent to we have your back!
KARI FLOM
BOOK CLUB COMMITTEE
Hello! My name is Kari Flom and I have one son, Emery (August 2021). I have a baby girl Evelyn (September 2024). I am originally from Fargo, ND and I have lived all over the United States. My husband’s job brought us to the CSRA in 2020 and we couldn’t be happier . I am a pediatric Speech-Language Pathologist and primarily provide services in the school setting. My husband and I also manage a small airport in Trenton, SC that keeps us pretty busy. I enjoy reading, playing piano, hiking, biking, trying to garden and drinking coffee. I am so thankful to have found AMC and for all of the connections as well as opportunities this club has provided me. I look forward to serving you on the Book Committee this year and can’t wait to see what we read together!
MEGAN CHAMBERLAIN
BOOK CLUB COMMITTEE
Hello! My name is Megan Chamberlain. My husband's name is Adam and we have 2 children named Logan (almost 11) and Savannah (3.5). Savannah has a genetic disorder called DiGeorge syndrome and autism. I moved here in 2017 after my now husband proposed.
In my little free time, I take care of our daughter, own a children's boutique called Sunshine Savvy Children's Boutique, and I love to read.
ASHLEY BOYER
BOOK CLUB COMMITTEE
Hi! I'm Ashley Boyer.
I'm Michigan native and most recently a South Florida transplant to the CSRA. I call North Augusta, SC home these days. I'm a working momma to my conceived just before the COVID-19 Pandemic started Son. Let me just say a High Risk pregnancy hours away from family at Peak COVID craziness was an experience that left a mark lol.
My husband of 8 years and I are now deep in the "joys" of turderler (oops toddler) parenting. Our son Ethan is our only. We also have 3 kitties who we all love.
On top of my busy career as a Certified Blind Rehabilitation Therapist I also have an Podcast that I've created and co-host for our Blind Veterans and their support systems. It's called Blind Vet: Now What? And focuses on life after diagnosis.
As far as hobbies I've gotten into counted cross-stitch, general arts and crafts, light gardening, music (esp rock) and this last one might be shocking but BOOKS! I love a good escape from reality hahaha.