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| Springfield Moms E-Update June 17, 2009 |
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NEW! Cara Mongolian Authentic Stir Fry.
Buy one, get one half off!
15% off at Food Fantasies.
$20 Off New Patient at Optimal Chiropractic & Wellness.
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Hats off to all of our Springfield Dads as we celebrate Father's Day this weekend. I hope your kids spoil you with nice comments, homemade gifts and no whining for money or car keys!
Meanwhile, we hope your summer is off to a good start! There's a lot going on at Springfield Moms; so much for the lazy days of summer. On our Home Page, check out Recent Posts for the latest article posts, our Mom Tweets for twitter updates, Dynamic Deals for savings, our weekly polls and much more! Our Facebook fan page is growing too; join here!Don't forget to lace up those tennis shoes for fun! On June 27th, try Fit by the Footsteps or do the 2-mile Women's Distance Festival and Kids Fun Run coming up July 11th. Also, check out the fun photos from the Jazz & Blues Festival and the Family Fun Zone at the State Farm LPGA Classic in our Snapshot Gallery. Kim Leistner Little
Founder and President of Springfield Moms |
YMCA FALL 2009 SOCCER EARLY REGISTRATION UNDERWAY
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 Don't miss your chance to save some money. Register your kids now for Fall Soccer. Early Registration deadline is July 11, 2009. More information and registration forms here. |
| "TOP TEN LIST" OF FUN THINGS TO DO IN THE SUMMER |
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 Looking for fun and creative ideas for things to do with your kids this month and next? Allison Klint shares her "Top Ten List" in this playful article. Read here. |
| "DEAR OLD DAD" FATHER'S DAY GIFT PERSPECTIVE |
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Wondering what to help your kids buy Dad for Father's Day? Read columnist (and frugal dad of four) Dan Naumovich's fun article here. |
| SCHOLARSHIP AND FUNDING TIPS FOR COLLEGE |
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Paying for college can seem like a tremendous financial burden; however, there are ways to lighten the load. Learn some tips and strategies in this article from Kelly Rustman with Marine Bank. |
| ASK THE ATTORNEY: Will Preparation |
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 Have you ever wondered at what point you need a will? How much does it cost? What prep work should be done before the first meeting? Attorney Elizabeth Gastelum answers your questions here. |
| ASK THE PROFESSIONAL: Acupuncture and Infertility |
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Research suggests acupuncture may also improve blood supply to the ovaries, which improves their function, and the uterus, which can make it easier to nourish a fetus and reduce the risk of miscarriage. For more information on how acupuncture can help with infertility, read Jim Sullivan's article here. |
| FACEBOOK QUESTION: Favorite Adults Only Trips? |
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 Back in January, we asked this question on our Springfield Moms Facebook page and received some fun responses. Read posts here.  If you use Facebook, be sure to join our NEW Fan Page so our helpful updates and links will show up in your status updates. Become a fan. |
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What's Happening! Upcoming Events |
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 Farmers Market The Market will be held 8:00 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Wednesdays and Saturdays through October 31. (Located on Adams Street between 5th & 3rd streets in downtown Springfield.)
 Springfield Sliders Baseball Season is on! They play this Thursday night. Bring the whole family for affordable and fun family entertainment. Check out the Home Game schedule here!
FREE Summer Film Festival at the Illinois State Museum. Check out dates and times here.
 Welcome to Summer Hike at Lincoln Memorial Garden on June 20th at 2:00 p.m. After guided hike with Garden educator Betsy Irwin, kids may participate in nature crafts or games, followed by a snack. Cost is $5 (free for members). Call 529-1111 for more information.
 We've got the 2009 Schedules up for the Springfield Park Foundation's Movies and Music in the Park Series!
MEGA PASS SALE! Busy families know the best and most economical way to enjoy the rides at the Illinois State Fair is to purchase a Megapass for each child. Only $50 through July 11th. Price increases to $60 AFTER July 11th. Good all ten days, August 14-23, for the Main Carnival Midway and Adventure Village. Order form here.
Also, Grandstand Tickets are NOW On Sale! Check out the full line-up and access the Grandstand order form here.
Register Now! SUMMER GET-AWAY WEEKEND on June 26 - 28th from Connected Pairs, which specializes in educating couples about relationships. Enjoy a beautiful atmosphere and valuable strategies for improving your relationship during this weekend away. Invest in Your Relationship! (And enjoy a $25 coupon off through Springfield Moms.)
 FIT BY THE FOOTSTEPS KID'S WALK on June 27th. Lace up your sneakers and get the kids out of the house for the Junior League of Springfield's Fit by the Footsteps Kid's Walk presented by Conant Chiropractic and Wellness Center and St. John's Children's Hospital. Details here.
MOMS THAT ROCK! CONCERTS FOR A CAUSE June 27th at 3:00 p.m.
Lake Springfield, 1402 West Lake Shore Dr. This is a family event where kids of all ages can rock out and participate in an inspirational art project to be shared with children living in developing countries. More details here.
 SAVE the DATE! July 4th: Taste of Downtown and Bicentennial Commission Kids Area. 11:00 - 4:00 p.m. Springfield Moms is coordinating the Kids Area providing free activities on the Old State Capitol Lawn Downtown. We are also hosting an Abe or Mary Todd Lincoln Look Alike Contest for Ages 0-3, 4-7 and 8-12. 4 winners! Prizes include: a $50 savings account from Marine Bank and a gift card from St. John's Children's Hospital. 
The 3rd Annual Charity Portrait Series offers participants one 10-inch keepsake print and one of three possible photography sessions. Kidzeum is the charity for June. The new children's museum will receive a $100 donation from each session. Appointments for the Charity Portrait Series are available during regular business hours, during June.
30th Annual Women's Distance Festival, Health Fair and Kid's Fun RunSaturday, July 11th, 7:00 a.m. Moms, Grandmas, Sisters, Aunts ... You can do it! Pull on your tennis shoes and head out for 2 miles of FUN! Springfield Moms is proud to be a sponsor of this fantastic tradition. Bring the kids for the Fun Run for ages 0-12! Details and registration info.
Market Days at The Gables: Prizes, Sales & Craft Fair, June 18, 19, 20th. Visit all the wonderful stores at The Gables to enjoy incredible savings! Free craft fair, live entertainment and numerous prize giveaways. More info here.
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