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Share your tips in October to win a copy of Eat Well, Be Well courtesy of Prairie Heart Center for Living
Congrats to Anne Teztlaf our September winner. She received a Mom's Night Out Basket courtesy of Springfield Moms.
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Dear Readers,
 This is my favorite time of year with so many fun outdoor family events to enjoy. Our Fall Guide is your best bet for area outings, and if you haven't already, click on Dynamic Deals. There is money savings for adults and kids throughout the area.
Our Facebook group is off to a great start. Thanks to all of our readers who are sharing discussion topics and tips through our Share your Tips and Win!
Enjoy this E-update, designed to save you time and money.
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| Overwhelmed by Election 2008? |
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 The constant television, radio and internet coverage of the candidates for different offices can become a little overwhelming. For tweens and teens who are curious about the issues, there are many ways to learn more information about the political process and to even become involved. Jen Dillman offers some suggestions to help them get started. More here. |
| Study Tips for Your Child's Test and Essays |
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 The end of the first grading period typically brings a major wave of essays, projects and tests for students of all ages. This time can be stressful for both children and their parents, but here are some strategies families can take to ease anxiety and maximize performance. Read more here. |
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Interested in Re-Using?! Area consignment stores offer a fast and easy way to clean out your closets and save money on kids' clothes year round. Whether you are shopping for items or putting your children's gently used clothes or toys on sale, Springfield Moms reader Lisa Barutcu offers consignment store tips and strategies on our Dollars and Sense page here. |
| Home Improvement Without Breaking the Bank |
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When thinking of home improvements, where should you start? Most people try to determine how much they should spend. A logical next question: How do you know who to hire for the work? Jennifer Hathaway answers these and other home improvement questions here.
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| Baby Corner: One Mom's Story |
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 Don't give up! New mom Julie Staley shares an inspiring story about her family's struggle with infertility and their eventual triumph. "It is a fine line between what we're supposed to let go of in life and what we're supposed to strive for, but listen to yourself, listen to God, and you will find your true calling in life," she writes. Read more on Baby Corner here. | |
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| What's Happening! Upcoming Events |
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ALPLM: Ticket info here. For Adults, don't miss Lincolnesque, a comedy-drama. October 9th -11th.
Our 3rd Annual Fall Guide to Area Pumpkin Patches, Corn Mazes & Halloween Fun is up and ready for your enjoyment! More here.
Huff & Puff Asthma Program courtesy of St. John's Children's Hospital.
Saturday October 11th 9 - 11 a.m. FREE, but pre-registration is required. Email joann.lemaster@st-johns.org or call 217-544-6464 ext. 30095
Treasure! Courtesy of The Kidzeum of Health and Science.From October 2- December 31, 2008.
Treasure! will be on exhibit at the old Osco building at 9 South Old Capitol Plaza, Downtown Springfield. Tuesdays and Thursday 1 - 7 p.m., Saturdays 10 - 6pm; Sundays 1 - 4 p.m. $3 per person. Come see the sketches for the Kidzeum in development. Details here.
 
Carve at the Carillon October 11-12 11:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m.
Jack-O-Lantern Spectacular October 17-18 6:00p.m. - 10:00 p.m.
Come help carve 2008 pumpkins at the Rees Carillon at Washington Park and then enjoy the splendor of all 2008 pumpkins illuminated! Details here.
Springfield YMCA
New bikes to be given away at our FREE Fall Family Festival
Friday, October 17 from 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Don't miss the fun! There will be a D.J, carnival games, scavenger hunt, face painting, lots of give-a-ways and much more. Free and open to the public. Small fee for concessions. Sponsored by St. John's Children's Hospital and MMC Sportscare.
LincolnLand Down Syndrome Society's 8th Annual Buddy WalkSaturday, October 25, 2008 at Washington Park. Grab a Buddy and join the FUN! Registration form here.
Halloween at the Market 4th Annual Kids Costume Contest
Saturday, October 25. Downtown Springfield on Adams between 4th & 5th streets. It's Springfieldmoms.org's 4th year hosting the contest.
Let the creativity begin!
10:00 a.m. Kids Area open with FREE crafts and entertainment. Register for the contest!
11:00 a.m. Judging begins: Contest for ages 0-2, 3-6, 7-12. Winners in all three age groups. Toys R' Us gift cards for 9 winners in all, donated by St. John's Children's Hospital. Noon Dog Costume Contest sponsored by Illinois Humane.
See our Photo Gallery from last year or watch the preview video.
The Springfield Trailblazers Present 2nd Annual Halloween Hustle & Trail Trot
Sunday, October 26th at 5p.m. Wabash Trail West End
2 Mile Walk, 4 Mile Fun Run Bring the Entire Family... Fun for ALL ages! Throw on your costumes (not required, but fun!), Grab a map of the Treats on the Trail...and get ready to run, walk, creep, crawl your way to some Halloween Fun! More here.
 What's Happening is updated every week with the latest fun for you and your family! Bookmark this page. |
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Access coupons from our Mom's Choice Directory You'll find deals and complete info about these LOCAL businesses.
NEW! Welcome Sylvan Learning Center (1/2 off assessments), Watts Pure Water Technologies ($50 off) Restore for Habitat for Humanity (10-15% off), Abraham Lincoln Presidential Museum ($1 off Regular Adult Admission, up to 4 tickets) P.J. Hathaway Builders, Inc ($65 Home Service Repair coupon), Springfield YMCA (10 FREE Fitness Classes), EyeCandy by Brandy (15% off), ChildRite Development, LLC (Children with Special Needs).
Ace Hardware (10% off new Mythic Paint), Robert's Seafood (10%off), ShoeTopia ($5 off), The Back and Joint Center (free hudrotherapy trial), The Corkscrew ($1 Saturday Tastings), Prairie Heart Center for Living ($10 off any class or service), Tamara Burris, Interiors, Florals & Ideas (Free Consultation), Adventure Dive & Travel (Free $35 Scuba Trial), Conant Chiropratic and Wellness Center ($20 off) Bryant Lawn Service (10% off) and Calhoun Carpet Warehouse ($50-$250 savings). Photography discounts from Terry Farmer Photography and Kimberly Smoot Photography.
15% off at Food Fantasies, 20% off your first free home pick-up Dry Cleaning from Peerless Cleaners and more!
Pet Coupons from Healing Hands Massage and Pet Sitting, The Pampered Pet Center, Nature's Select and more.
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Start working on those costumes! We'll be back in a couple of weeks with more resources and events.
Best,
Kim
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