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Springfield Moms E-Update        November 18, 2009            
In This Issue
Fill Out Our Annual Reader Survey and Be Entered to Win!
Maintain Your Sanity in the Kitchen
Destination Chicago!
Take Care of Yourself! Foot Detox Info
Need a Business Coach?
Fun Links and News You Can Use
Upcoming Events
Quick Links
Share and Win!
Share Your Tips and Win

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Flea Market to Fabulous: 15% off.

Bob Evans Restaurant: $2 off.

Roberts Seafood: 10% off.

Piper Glen Party Room: 50% off Holiday Party Rooms.

Midtown Tire & Auto Services: promo $20.95 oil change and FREE tire rotation.

Corkscrew Wine Emporium:  Text Club for special savings.

Dance Creations Dance Studio: Free T-shirt with new registration.

Free Orthodontic Exam at McDaniel, Sternstein & Aleman.

20% off Canvas Art and Photo Stretching at Capitol Blue Print, Inc.

Sprout Fitters: $15 off and more.

L.Chic: $5 off any sale item.

Bella Milano: $5 off coupon.

25% off Eyeglasses at Vision Care Associates.

John M. Piershale, CFP, 2 Hours FREE Retirement Planning.

Cara Mongolian Authentic Stir Fry. Buy one, get one half off.
 
10% off at Food Fantasies.

$20 Off New Patient at Optimal Chiropractic & Wellness.

$3 off at Koke's Kid Zone
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Happy Thanksgiving!

Greetings!

Can you believe we celebrate Thanksgiving next week?  I am so thankful for my friends and family and for you - our loyal readers who provide us with such wonderful ideas and enthusiasm.

There is still time to fill out our 2009 Annual Reader Survey and be entered to win amazing prizes (see below for listing). Congrats to reader Aubrey Wachtveitl who won the Farmhouse Feast from Bob Evans.  There are nine more prizes to give away, including a $500 photo shoot from Kimberly Smoot!  We want to hear from you, so please take five minutes and share your opinions with us.  We appreciate it!  Take Survey Here.

HoliDazeWe want you to sail through the holiday season without becoming dazed and confused...so we've launched our annual HoliDaze Guide.  It's updated weekly so keep checking back for helpful tips, events and delicious recipes! 
 
Thanks to Dawn Diveley, Julie Kaiser, Kari Thevenot and Lisa Whelpley for their continued contributions to the website.  They gather events, compile lists for cookie walks, tree farms, recipes and more!  We are your one-stop shop for all things HoliDaze.
 
Please forward this E-Update to your friends, family or co-workers.  Happy Thanksgiving!

Kim Leistner Little
Founder and President of Springfield Moms
DON'T FORGET OUR ANNUAL READER SURVEY: Enter to Win Fabulous Prizes!
Annual Reader Survey

Take 5 minutes to complete our Annual Reader Survey, and be entered to win exciting prizes from our sponsors! 


TAKE SURVEY HERE.

  • Grand Prize:  Photo Family Shoot package from Kimberly Smoot Photography. Valued at $500.00.
  • 2 Tickets to Ralph's World Family Series at UIS/Sangamon Auditorium.  January 23, 2010.
  • 2 Tickets to Junie B. Jones Family Series at UIS/Sangamon Auditorium on February 26, 2010.
  • 4 One-day passes to Knight's Action Park. Valued at $100.
  • 2 packs of 4 day-passes to Children's Discovery Museum in Normal.  Valued at $24 per pack.
  • $25 certificate to ShoeTopia (for a minimum purchase of $100).
  • $25 certificate to L.Chic (for a minimum purchase of $100).
  • Adorable Baby Onesie from Babble Babywear.
Prize entries will be drawn on November 30th.  Winners will be notified by email and published in our December E-Updates.  Good luck!

TOP TEN WAYS TO MAINTAIN YOUR SANITY IN THE KITCHEN DURING THE HOLIDAYS
Holiday mealsThis is no time of year to be disorganized in the kitchen!  Put a game plan together and enjoy these strategies from our new "Cooking With Christina" feature.  Read Christina Race's article here.
CHICAGO IS MAGICAL THIS TIME OF YEAR
Chicago If you have a chance to take your kids to Chicago, you can enjoy all the splendor of the season starting with the window decorations at Macy's (formerly Marshall Field's) and so much more.  Yes, it's expensive, but there's nothing like it! Enjoy our new Chicago Downtown Attractions article compiled by Kari Thevenot. 
ASK THE CHIROPRACTOR: Info on Foot Detox
footAs we begin talking about 'wellness,' the topic of detox often comes up. Is it important? And the answer is yes! There are many different detoxes. A foot detox detoxes the body on a cellular level.  Read Dr. Martha Nessler's article here.
IS A BUSINESS COACH RIGHT FOR YOU?
Business CoachThere are many "small" questions that come up as we build our business.  Having someone to turn to can be a great help. Even just having a person to run your idea by for vetting can be a life saver. In these situations, one-to-one coaching can really help.  How do you decide if coaching can benefit you? Read Joy Duling's article here.
Fun Links and News You Can Use! Check It Out.
What's Happening!  Upcoming Events 
 

HoliDaze


Be sure to check our HoliDaze Guide for all the fun activities, tips and recipes for the season. You'll find Holiday Cookie Walks and so much more!


WDBR Radiathon
WDBR Cares for Kids Radiothon starting tomorrow, November 19th through November 21st.  Make your pledge and listen to the amazing stories of local area kids and families treated at St. John's Children's Hospital.  Inspiring fundraising at its best!  Details here.



Flea Market to FabulousSALE TOMORROW!  30% off ALL DAY at Flea Market to Fabulous: Five Fabulous Things.  On Thursday, November 19th, take 30% off ALL day.  Enjoy cocktails and food from 5:00 - 7:00 p.m.  On Monday, November 23 through Friday, November 28th, all gift items 15% off.  Register to WIN 5 fabulous prizes.  Enjoy cider and sweets while you shop. Thanks to owner Jodi Cole for joining our Mom's Choice Directory where you can enjoy a 15% off any non-sale item coupon, too.  Print coupon here. 


Children's Discovery Museum logo"Thankful Families" classes at Children's Discovery Museum on Friday mornings, November 13 and 20th for babies, toddlers and their parents.  Learn more here!


Dance Creations
The Nutcracker All Jazz'd Up on November 21 and 22nd. Dance Creations Dance Studio presents this holiday classic at The Hoogland Center for the  Arts.  Adults $14.00; seniors and children $12.00.  Proceeds to benefit The Local Red Cross.  More details here.


Festival of Trees
Don't miss Memorial Medical Center's Festival of Trees November 21 - 29th.  
A holiday tradition featuring more than 100 decorated trees, wreaths and centerpieces, talented local entertainment, delicious gingerbread cookies and tasty treats. The Festival offers a children's craft area, pictures with Santa, the Candy Cane Express train and a market filled with holiday gift items.  View prices and the Schedule of Events here.


Children's Holiday StoreChildren's Holiday Store.  Open now!  Volunteer elves help your children shop for $1 - $10 gifts for friends and family while parents and guardians wait in the lobby. Items are bagged and tagged for children before they leave the store. All proceeds benefit the Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery.  Located at Fairhills Mall.  Schedule here.



Holiday Walks and "Old State Capitol Unplugged"  Starting December 2nd from 6:00 - 8:00 p.m.  More details here.


Santa StorytimeCalling all kids!  Santa will read his favorite stories at Barnes & Noble on December 5th from noon until 4:00 at the Holiday Bookfair to support First Book-Greater Springfield. Plan to do your holiday shopping while children listen to stories and create gifts in the "Elf Workshop."  Details here. Can't make the event? Donate books now through December 11th at Marine Bank or WTAX!


The Nutcracker

Purchase your tickets to the 35th Annual Springfield Ballet Company's production of The Nutcracker, December 12 and 13th at Sangamon Auditorium.  Details here.





ConnectED PairsConnectED Pairs has their 2010 schedule online including their New 10 Great Dates in Decatur program.  Invest in your relationship!  Check out upcoming seminars here.


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ACE: The Helpful Place Stop by Ace for the "Day After Thanksgiving!" Sale on Friday, November 27.




L Chic
ShoeTopiaDon't miss the "Day After Thanksgiving" Sale at L Chic and Shoetopia on Friday, November 27th. 





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Children's Discovery Museum
Featured Premium Sponsor:  Children's Discovery Museum.
Learn more about CDM's "Thankful Families" classes for babies and toddlers here.


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Best,
Kim

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