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| Springfield Moms E-Update July 1, 2009 |
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Share Your Best "Back to School" Tips and Win
We are already preparing our August 5th Back to School E-Update.
Send us your best "Back to School" tip or strategy to prepare your child (any age) for school this fall. If yours is chosen, you'll win a fabulous prize package from Kimberly Smoot Photography. Photo shoot for up to 6 people at Washington Park, plus a free 20x24 portrait, valued at $550.
We'll share our Best Back to School Tips in the August 5th E-Update. Stay tuned!
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Cara Mongolian Authentic Stir Fry. Buy one, get one half off!
15% off at Food Fantasies.
$20 Off New Patient at Optimal Chiropractic & Wellness.
Bella Milano: $5 off or
free appetizer.
KICKS: Buy one buffet,
get one free!
Cafe Moxo: Book one,
get one!
$3 off at Koke's Kid Zone
or $5 off at The Kid's Closet.
Fitness Together: 10% off.
Access all our business sponsors on the Mom's Choice Directory.
 NEW! Mom's Choice Picks favorite online retailers with product picks you'll love. Browse & Buy
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 There are so many fun events going on this weekend to celebrate our nation's birthday. We've got all the family activities in Springfield and the surrounding areas right here in our Independence Day Activity post. Be sure to come by the Kids Area sponsored by Springfield Moms and St. John's Children's Hospital at the Taste of Downtown and Bicentennial Celebration. We'll have FREE Kid's Activities from 11:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. on the Old State
Capitol Lawn. We'd love to meet you and your family.
We are also hosting an Abe or Mary Todd Lincoln Look Alike Contest
on the Entertainment Stage from 12:45-1:15 p.m. 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 weather appears to be cooperating for a gorgeous weekend. Have fun with your family, and Happy 4th of July! Our best to you, Kim Leistner Little
Founder and President of Springfield Moms |
TIPS FOR WORK AT HOME PARENTS TRYING TO "HAVE IT ALL"
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 Many people assume that work-at-home-parents (WAHP's)
have it easy. After all, that three-second commute looks pretty amazing
to those who have to head off to cubicle-land every day. Yet those of
us who have chosen the work-from-home lifestyle know it often
looks much easier than it actually is. Read Joy Duling's strategies for finding balance here. |
BABY CORNER: DOCS SHARE TOP THINGS NEW PARENTS SHOULD KNOW
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 Parents learn on
the job - from trial and error. Recently, pediatricians discussed common mistakes parents of newborns make during the first few months. Use and share these tips from the doctors. Read story from Parent Help Line here. |
"COLLEGE FOR KIDS" AT LINCOLN LAND AND OTHER GREAT SUMMER CAMP OPPORTUNITIES
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Send your kid "off to college" early! Lincoln Land offers "College for Kids" for students in 1st - 7th grades. Details here. Be sure to call and register soon. Participation is limited.
Also, if you are looking for middle of the summer camps for your kids, keep checking in with our Summer Camp Directory, which is constantly updated.
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ASK THE ATTORNEY: How Do Courts Determine Custody and Visitation?
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 How do courts determine custody and visitation? One of the most difficult problems a family law attorney is faced with involves a contested custody or visitation case. If you are facing this challenge, be sure to read attorney Kevin Linder's article here. |
ASK THE PLASTIC SURGEON: How Do You Choose the Right Professional?
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 Whether you are considering cosmetic plastic surgery to improve your
appearance or reconstructive surgery to correct a defect, you want a
surgeon with the training to achieve your goals. Plastic surgeon Nicole Sommer explains what you should look for in her article, here.
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What's Happening! Upcoming Events |
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 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. Full scoop here!  Also, don't miss our Independence Day Activity Guide with all the area information on fireworks, parades and other fun activities.  TICKETS ON SALE NOW for Day Out With Thomas! Tickets include one train ride with Thomas the Tank EngineTM
for the trip specified on the Day Out With Thomas ticket, unlimited
rides on all other trains and streetcars; all entertainment (puppet
shows, live music, magic shows, etc.); and access to all Museum
exhibits on the date specified on the ticket. Food, snacks and
beverages will be available at several locations around the Museum
grounds. For more details on this fun, family event, go to What's Happening; click here.
 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! Mark your calendars for Springfield Moms Night at the Ballpark, July 15th for the All-Star Game. We'll have a booth full of fun activities for the kids. Meanwhile, they play tonight and tomorrow night at Lanphier Park. Bring the whole family for affordable and fun family entertainment. Check out the rest of the Home Game schedule here!
30th Annual Women's Distance Festival, Health Fair and Kid's Fun Run on Saturday, 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. FREE Summer Film Festival at the Illinois State Museum. Check out dates and times here.
 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.  SAFETY FIRST: Mark Your Calendars for FREE Car Seat Safety Checks on July 18th and July 24th. Details here.
 What's Happening is updated every week with the latest fun for you and your family! Bookmark this page. |
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