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Greetings!
Happy New Year Springfield Moms Readers!
We hope you have had a wonderful start to the New Year. In 2008, you'll hear from us twice monthly to keep you "in the know." Update your email address by scrolling down to the very bottom of the page and clicking on Update Profile/Email Address.
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Tips you can Trust: Intrigued by Election 2008? |
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 Involve your kids in the race! The constant TV, radio, and internet coverage about the candidates and their every move can become a little overwhelming. For tweens and teens, capitalize on the race excitement and encourage them to learn more about the democratic process. Every voice does make a difference. Here are some suggestions on getting started from local mom Jen Dillman. More here |
| Family Dining Tips from Local Moms |
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Check out these proven tips from local moms, Janet Von Behren, Jill McClelland and Michelle Noonan for lightening the load when it comes to packing school lunch and making family meals! Read on. |
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Trapped Indoors? What to do: |
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 Check out our web site watch page for some fun web sites for you and your kids. We've updated with lots of new sites for kids! Send us your favorites as well. More here
Ice Skating at Nelson Center is a fun activity for the whole family to enjoy! Share a few laughs (and falls), click here for open skating hours for the public.
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| In the Kitchen: Crafts |
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Enjoy this recipe for Cinnamon Clay for a fun afternoon craft session. Don't throw away your 2007 wall calendars, check out Kids Corner for a simple craft to transform them into fun placemats! Read on. |
| Valentines for Troops |
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| Two local organizations are collecting Valentines to be given to our troops. Make homemade Valentines cards during this cold winter weather when your kids can't be outside playing. Drop off information, scroll down on the Blog here. |
| What's Happening |
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Coming soon! The Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum has kids events slated for Saturday February 9th from 10:00 -2:00. Museum admission is required. Enjoy crafts, musical performances and a visit from Mary Todd Lincoln and Elizabeth Keckly.
Mom's Don't miss out!
Sunday February 3, 2008. Noon-5pm. Ladies, leave the football behind and head downtown for some shopping excitement! It's the SHOE-PER-BOWL Sale at ShoeTopia! Big sales, prizes and lots of fun at this fun and mom-friendly store, Downtown on Adams Street next to Café Moxo. Log on to www.shopshoetopia.com
NEW! Huff & Puff Asthma Education Program, next FREE session is February 9th, 2008. Visit our What's Happening page to download a registration form.
Save the Date:
Saturday February 23, 2008
WDBR's First Kids Fest Event will be held on at the ORR Building complete with fun activities for kids of all ages. Then, head to SPARC's Annual Sugar & Spice Chilli Supper. Springfield Moms is proud to be a media sponsor for both family-friendly events! More specifics to come in our "Lovin' It" newsletter on February 1st. |
| Hey New Moms! |
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Baby Corner has new articles!
Your face tells your child how you feel. Your baby constantly watches and learns from you. Help your baby learn the important skills of reading faces and emotions. More here | |
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| Save $$ |
Fitness Passes from Springfield Racquet & Fitness Center and the YMCA, Nana's personalized books gets you 10% off, get a free consultation from Lisa Cox, Decorative Painter, photo deals from Studio L Photography and Kimberly Smoot Photography, Discounts on Spa treatments at Lift & Firm, Carpet Cleaning Discounts from Peerless Cleaning & Restoration, and more!
Note: we will be re-naming this page to Mom's Choice: Your online directory of products and services soon! Have a business for the directory? Email kim.little@insightbb.com for pricing. |
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Keep an eye out for our article-packed "Lovin' It" newsletter on February 1st.
In the meantime, enjoy these quick tips, check the blog for updates each week and stay warm!
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Sincerely,
Kim Leistner Little
Founder & President
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