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February 1, 2008
Greetings!

 

Most of us are covered in snow today; so it's a great day to snuggle up next to your computer and dive into our latest quarterly newsletter: Lovin' It.  It's chock full of timely and informative articles from LOCAL moms! 

Enjoy!

   

 

Lovin' It Newsletter 

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Don't miss 20 articles
on a variety of topics from internet safety tips, to piano lesson how to's, a mother/daughter book club program, setting the tone for a realistic relationship, and getting through the winter blahs with fun and interaction!  Thank you to our Director of Communication Julie Kaiser for pulling all of this together!  Newsletter here
 
Be a HERO!  Support our Junior Heroes Campaign
 

 RedCrosslogoDid you know that every 48 hours a local house fire affects a family in our community?  We were astounded and pleased to offer our help by pledging to the American Red Cross to encourage our readers to be a hero!  

 
Please consider helping Springfield Moms reach its goal of raising at least $1,000 for LOCAL families who are victims of fire and other disasters.  It's quick and easy to make a donation of any size; we even have great prizes for those who donate!  Learn more.

Center for Living & National Heart Month

 
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Welcome to Prairie Heart Center for Living at St. John's Hospital, a new Platinum Charter Sponsor for Springfield Moms.  We are honored to promote their services to enrich your mind-body-health and spirit. 
This month we focus on the Myths & Realities of Heart Disease in Women with an article from Cardiologist Hollay Novak, MD. It's the #1 killer of women, so please take time to learn more.   
In the Kitchen
Enjoy this recipe for Buffalo Chicken Dip; it's always a favorite and perfect for your Superbowl gathering! Don't forget to send us YOUR recipes for posting to share with area moms! Read on.
Valentines for Troops
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

Next weekend: 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. 

 

Moms -- 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 on What's Happening.

 
NEW NAME & updated!
 
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!
Visit our Sponsor Coupons page!
 
 Have a business for the directory? Email kim.little@insightbb.com  for pricing.
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