We're personalizing life's moments (almost) every day!
May 2010 
 
 
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622 W. State Street - Geneva, IL  60134  www.ImageAwards.Net  630.232.1313

 
 Greetings!
 
 
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Hey! Check it out! We're celebrating our Sweet 16 this month! Can you believe it??? Monday, May 17th marks the beginning our our 17th year in business. It seems like only yesterday I picked up an engraving machine, wrecked a ton of stuff and stuck with it anyway :). I'm so glad I did, too. It's been an excellent sixteen years, recession & all. Many of you have been with us since the very beginning (THANK YOU!) and many of you found us along the way. Some we see only once each year, while we have the opportunity to see others more often. Which ever category you fall in, we couldn't have done it without you! If you're in the area on Monday, stop in & say hello. We're gonna put on a pot of coffee, put out a plate of something yummy and kibitz a bit. Heck, maybe I'll blow up a balloon or two!
 
 
In other news, Mother's day rocked at the shop. We made all kinds of cool gifts that I am certain made the day of the moms on the receiving end. Next up is Graduation, Father's Day and Soccer! If you have any grads, dads or sports stars on your list, please stop in & see if we can help. If you don't, stop in anyway! We make all kinds of fun stuff. Remember, we're not your usual engraving shop (unless you want us to be:)). We like to be creative & do unusual things. Two unusual items we recently did: A four foot sword, and a T-shirt with an ultrasound photo! So, when it doubt, bring it in! Let's see what we can come up with!
 
Wedding season is also upon us, so let us engrave your server set, glassware, grooms gifts etc. We have a great selection and we'll also engrave the items you bring in.
 
The season of music, art & festival-ing us finally upon us! There is way too much for me to list in my little newsletter, so here's a couple you should add to your list: kiss the sky for music and fox valleyvoice for a host of other "happenings.
 
Enjoy the rest of May ... Summer is right around the corner! 
Patty, Lori & Frankie
Out & About

Fun stuff in around the Fox River Valley & beyond!
 
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Art Around the Corner - St. Charles
 
You can explore, shop, eat and be inspired throughout the month of May in downtown St. Charles.  Art Around the Corner is a unique downtown art tour featuring artwork by 12 local artists in 12 downtown venues - retail spaces, restaurants and other downtown locations.  This month-long event is free and open to the public.  Art Around the Corner is produced by the Downtown St. Charles Partnership's Fine Art 
Show Committee with support from the downtown community. 
 
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St. Charles - The 12th annual St. Charles Fine Art Show May 29-30
 
features juried art from around the country. Need a great gift for a friend or loved one? You might just find the perfect, one-of-a-kind item at this show. You'll also be able to enjoy live music as you explore this 2-day event.
 
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Laissez les bons temps rouler!
 
9 foursomes left!
 
June 14th Geneva Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing. Contact the chabmer @ 630.232.6060 today to get in while you still can!
 
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There are LOTS of things going on all around us. Following are a couple of links for you to peruse. You will surely find something you enjoy among them.
 
 
 
 
 
Here's a little dining guide I just ran across for St. Charles you might be interested in.
 
An intellectual is a man who takes more words than necessary to tell more than he knows.
  - Dwight D. Eisenhower
 
 
"Happiness is there for the taking-and making."
 
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My official Heritage Makers Page is www.MakeYourMomentsLast.com
 
Please visit www.CreativeKeepsakes.blogspot.com for info, ideas, projects & tutorials or become a fan of our Creative Keepsakes Facebook page where I've uploaded lots previews for books, cards, home dec projects, and more. There you can share your own projects, share stories, ask questions & more.
 
Tell your stories today! 
My Personal Reviews about whatever ...
 
Onesti's  eat well and be entertained! 
 
 
 
We are lucky to live in an area where Green Space is importatnt to all of us. Kane & DuPage Counties sport some fantastic Forest Preserves and Parks. Walk, bike, picnic, birdwatch, take pictures ... what ever your pleasure. Get out this summer and check them out. If your from out of state, get on line and see what you can discover in your neck of the woods. You might just be surprised!
Shop Talk
What's new & fun at Image Awards/Creative Keepsakes
 
  
Cool stuff for Soccer
Ball Stars - Soccer Ball
 
 
For the bride & groom
Wine Glasses
 
Your baseball headquarters!
Baseball easel back resin
 
 
 Visti our web site for these and lots of other great ideas
 
The Green Scene
 
Engine manufacturer Briggs & Stratton has put up an oil recycling locator Web site where you can find a dealer who will take your old oil.
 
Click here to recycle your oil. The planet thanks you!  
 
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Ten 
good reasons for local food
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Interested in who's "green" in Geneva? Download our Green Geneva brochure for a Merchant list and a glimpse at what they sell.
 
 
Green Geneva
 
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Celebrating 16 Years of Service!

Thanks for welcoming us into your in box once again! If you think someone else might enjoy our monthly ramblings, please feel free to forward this newsletter using the link below.
 
Until next month ...
Peace, Prosperity & Good Health!

Patty Donahue
Image Awards, Engraving & Creative Keepsakes, Inc.
Founding Heritage Makers Independent Consultant
 
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