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| Springfield Moms E-Update July 15, 2009 |
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Share Your Best "Back to School" Tips and Win
KIMBERLY SMOOT PHOTO PACKAGE PRIZE DRAWING
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. This includes a photo shoot for up to 6 people at Washington Park, plus a free 20x24 portrait, valued at $550.
Congrats to our Latest Winners!
Sarah Engelbrecht, winner of Sliders tickets, courtesy of Priya Purohit, DDS, DMD.
Congrats as well to
10-year-old Hailey Storm, daughter of Alison Storm, who won the "Guess the Abes" penny contest on July 4th.
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NEW!
25% off Eyeglasses at Vision Care Associates.
John M. Piershale, CFP, 2 Hours Financial Planning.
15% off Eye Candy by Brandy.
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!
$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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| Greetings!
 Springfield Moms was proud to be part of the July 4th festivities at
the Taste of Downtown and Bicentennial Celebration. Many thanks to Downtown Springfield Inc. for their
partnership so we could provide free kids' crafts on the
lawn of the Old State Capitol. Despite the rainy weather, the
families that brought their umbrellas had a great time! Be sure to visit our Snapshot Gallery where you can view photos from this past weekend's Women's Distance Festival and Kids Fun Run, The Bicentennial
Celebration and the Chamber Awards.  Meanwhile, we give a hearty welcome to two new GOLD sponsors of the website: Sangamon Auditorium (preview their 2009/10 season) and Vision Care Associates (25% off eyeglasses coupon). We are also pleased to welcome
John M. Piershale Certified Financial Planner and L. Chic Boutique (Sale July 15 - 18th plus Coupon). We continue to work diligently on our Back to School E-Update set to arrive in your inbox on August 5th. Until then, enjoy your summer! Kim Leistner Little
Founder and President of Springfield Moms |
TONIGHT! SPRINGFIELD MOMS NIGHT AT THE ALL-STAR GAME
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 Home Run Derby starts at 5:05. Game follows at 7:05.
Springfield Moms Night at the Springfield
Sliders Prospect League All-Star Game.
Come out to the ballpark to see the future stars of tomorrow! SpringfieldMoms.org will be there from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. to pass out FREE eco-friendly tote bags courtesy of Illini Bank to the first 100 families that stop by our booth and register for the website.
Stay after the game for the fireworks presentation!
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CHILD PASSENGER SAFETY TIPS TO KEEP YOUR FAMILY SAFE
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 Although the number of crash-related fatalities for children has steadily decreased since 1975, motor vehicle crashes remain one of the leading causes of death for children. Read how to better keep your family safe in this article from Daton Kaisner. |
CATCH THOSE MOMENTS ON FILM: Summertime Photo Tips from the Pros
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It's summertime, and your kids are out of school. Take advantage of a few (precious) uninterrupted afternoons to snap some pictures
of your kids in the backyard or at the ball field. Before you grab your
camera, read these tips from Terry Farmer for making your precious pictures frame-worthy! Article here.
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YOUR TEENAGER: Conversations Kids WANT To Have With Their Parents
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 A common complaint parents have of teens is that their teen quits talking to
them. If we listen to what we talk about with our teen and the way we
say it, it can offer clues that will guide us in keeping the door of
communication open. Read Patti Faughn's helpful article here.
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FITNESS EMPOWERMENT: Unlocking Your Potential Through Health Goals
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 We're very good at leaving our potential locked up inside
of us. If we just unlock that potential we could all become so much
more. We'd be more successful. We'd excel in our careers, at school, in
our families, communities and in our health fitness. Read how to unlock your potential in Joe Thiel's article here.
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What's Happening! Upcoming Events |
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Chatham Sweet Corn Festival This Weekend! July 17 and 18th. Lots of fun activities for the family.  Buy a Ticket, Get a Book. Sliders Games. Buy a general admission ticket for $6 and First Book will use the proceeds to buy a new book for a child in need right here in Springfield. More details here. 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. SAFETY FIRST: Mark Your Calendars for FREE Car Seat Safety Checks on July 18th and July 24th. Details 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! Come join us TONIGHT for the Springfield Moms Night at the Ballpark for the All-Star Game. We'll be there from 6:00 - 7:00 p.m. handing out free eco-friendly tote bags to the first 100 families who stop by. Or come join us for Springfield Moms Night again on July 31st at 6:35 p.m. Bring the whole family for affordable and fun family entertainment. Check out the rest of the Home Game schedule here!
Heroes of the Prairie Art Exhibit and Kids' Activity: July 23rd at 5:00 p.m. at Washington Park Botanical Garden. Spend the evening strolling the gardens and experiencing the power that sculpture can have in our outdoor green spaces. 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. Free Children's Art Activity: Coloring the Illinois Prairie. 7:00 p.m. Artist Talk.
Exhibit continues July 23 through the month of August.
July 25th: Andre Iguodala Health and Educational Clinic. FREE at the YMCA. On July 25th from 10:00 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Bring your kids and come participate! More details here.
  July 25th: SYPG Princess Journey Children's Ballet. Princess Journey Children's Ballet Summer Showcase featuring Cinderella, Tinkerbell, Snow White, Belle, Esmerelda, Swan Princess, Jasmine and more! 2:00 & 6:30 p.m. at Hoogland Center for the Arts. Click here for a free voucher for child's ticket. PRINCESS PARTY before the 2:00 p.m. show. $15 ticket (for Kids and Adults) includes a special princess make-over,
tiara and wand, punch and cookies, meet and greet with the cast, parade
on stage to start the show and your ticket to the 2:00 performance. July 25 and 26th at Lake Springfield, 7:30 a.m. both days: Springfield Tri-Fest for Kids. Sponsored by St. John's Athleticare.  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!
Illinois State Fair Grandstand Tickets are NOW On Sale! Check out the full line-up and access the Grandstand order form here.
 What's Happening is updated every week with the latest fun for you and your family! Bookmark this page. |
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