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Mom's Night Out ends abruptly! I attempted a mom's night out with some friends to see the debut of the movie "Sex and the City," but the storms last Friday evening sent 100's of women into the bathrooms of Kerasotes Theaters just 20 minutes into the show. I know all of you who were in Springfield in 2006 for the big tornadoes do not discount the seriousness of a warning. We still have our Tornado Safety Checklist on the website!
However, back to the fabulous fashions of "Sex and the City." We are thrilled to welcome ShoeTopia to our website! Don't miss their fantastic and fun shoe store downtown. It's well worth the trip, and redeem your $5 off coupon to make it even more pleasant on your first stop! You'll see me in metallic gladiator style sandals I found there this week. I will have to wear them to my re-run version of Mom's Night Out!
Summer Camps: It's not too late! Check them out and register now! Many offer one week at-a-time flexibility. Some offer morning or afternoon options. More here. We also updated our Swimming Lessons Directory: Check it out here.
We offer lots of informative updates below...read on! |
| 2008 Birthday Party Directory is LIVE! |
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Visit our New and Improved Birthday Party Directory! Featuring the BEST party venues in the area. All of the info is organized in one handy place; there's even a printable pdf version for when you are on the go. Thanks to Jen Dillman & Allison Klint for their help. Start planning your next birthday bash here. |
| Going Green in the Garden |
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Going Green Lawn Tips: Go green in your garden with useful tips from harvesting rainwater to natural alternatives to get rid of pests. Check out these tips from the Illinois EPA here. Also, learn more about how to set up rain barrels to save resources and money!
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| Ask the Optometrist: Kids Eye Exams |
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Did you know there is a state law now that all children entering kindergarten or first grade are required to have an eye exam. Thanks to local mom and Optometrist, Dr. Tonya Bourn,O.D., for answering our questions and providing $20 off an exam. Find out more here. |
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 The Springfield Angel of Hope Group was established by parents who have experienced the heartbreaking pain of losing a child. This not-for-profit group is raising funds to obtain and place an Angel of Hope Statue in the Washington Park Botanical Gardens. Gifts of all sizes are invited. Want to contribute? Click here . Visit Bella Milano on Father's Day and 15% of sales will go directly to this group. |
| Springfield Moms LOGO merchandise on CafePress |
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 Now you can sport your own Springfield Moms carry-all bag, baseball cap, T-shirts or purchase a unique baby gift with a onesie, bib and more! Visit our new online "store" with fun Springfield Moms logo merchandise! Click here. |
| Dad's the Guy! |
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The Book Nook: Dad's the Guy! This month, Dad's the star! Check out or buy these fun titles with Dad in a starring role. For more book recommendations, visit The Book Nook here. * Daddy Is a Doodlebug by Bruce Degen. Ages 2-6. * Daddies by Lila Prap. Ages 3 - 7. * The Best Father of All by Peter Horn, illustrated by Cristina Kadmon. Ages 2 - 7. * Daddy Hug by Tim Warnes, illustrated by Jane Chapman. Ages 1 - 3.
Area Summer Reading ProgramsLooking for a way to keep your children reading this summer? Check out your area library summer programs filled with fun activities and cool books. Usually these programs are offered free of charge or charge a very minimal fee. Check out our updated Summer Reading Program list here. | |
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Access coupons from our Mom's Choice Directory You'll find deals and complete info about these LOCAL businesses. Welcome Robert's Seafood ($5 off), ShoeTopia ($5 off),
Hale Chiropractice & Aquatic Center ($10 off massage & NEW swim lessons starting!), Oh My Dog Online Bow Wow Boutique ($5 of first $25 purchase), Painters Paradise (10% 0ff), Ahh Yoga ($5 off), The Corkscrew ($1 Tasting), Prairie Heart Center for Living ($10 off any class or service), Springfield Racquet & Fitness Center (2 weeks free and $20 off a birthday party package), Springfield YMCA (one free week), Indigo Restaurant, Adventure Dive & Travel (Free $35 Scuba Trial), Faithful Baby, Matheis Lawn Service, Bryant Lawn Service and Calhoun Carpet Warehouse ($50-$250 savings)! Enjoy a free cookie or coffee at Cafe Moxo, $10 off a massage or facial at Lift & Firm, 15% off at Food Fantasies, 20% off your first free home pick-up Dry Cleaning from Peerless Cleaners and more!
We add new coupons every few weeks. |
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| What's Happening! Upcoming Events |
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| THIS WEEK
 International Carillon Festival. Enjoy two more nights at 7:00 -8:30 p.m. a the Rees Memorial Carillon in Washington Park. Enjoy Fantastic Festival Fireworks TONIGHT at 9:00 p.m. when carillonneurs from Australia, Poland and the United States will perform.
MacArthur Artists' Market, All four Saturdays in June 7,14,21, 28 10am-2pm (rain or shine) Town & Country Shopping Center. Fine arts and crafts by local artisans. www.shoponmacarthur.com
MARK your calendars!
 June 21-22 Illinois Products Food Expo! Kids 10 and under are FREE! A fun family event to taste products from all over our great state. Orr Building Illinois State Fairgrounds.
Illinois State Fair Grandstand Lineup 
Time to order your tickets for the 2008 Illinois State Fair! Access the lineup and order your tickets here. Children's Discovery Museum:  New! Fetch Lab Activities begin daily, included with regular admission. Attend the debut event and learn more about the summer long activites at Children's Discovery Museum for ages 8 through junior high. More on Fetch here.
Summer Movie Program at Illinois State Museum.
Looking for a family friendly summer flick? Can't stay up late at the drive-in? Pack up the kids, come watch a movie and STAY to enjoy the amazing, hands-on museum exhibits and visit the gift shop! Print the full schedule here.
COMING UP!
Ice Cream Social at the Dana Thomas House. June 22: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Several volunteers will be dressed in period costume. Kids can enjoy ice-cream, cake, lemonade, kids' games with prizes and music. Great family afternoon in store! Free.
County Fair Time! New Berlin: Sangamon County Fair June 18-22
Women in the Outdoors: Register now for the 4th Annual "Women in the Outdoors" event - a specialized "Ladies On the Lake" one-day retreat on Lake Springfield, Saturday, July 26th. For more information click here.
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Best,
Kim
Kim Leistner Little
Founder & President
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