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Springfield Moms E-Update
December 8, 2010
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Greetings!
 I love the kids' excitement this time of year! Thanks to Courtney Westlake for her gift ideas for the baby and toddler crowd below. (That's her son Connor grinning ear to ear!) We've got a packed E-Update for you this week. Lots of gift ideas and gift certificate savings below!  Last chance to win a $50 Visa gift card. It's our "No Survey" Survey with three short questions. Deadline is this Friday. Share your feedback with us and be entered to win. Details here! Keep coming back to our popular HoliDaze Guide. From Santa visits to crafts workshops to cookie walks and sanity savers, we offer something for everyone this holiday season.
Slow down (if you can!) and enjoy the magical moments that happen this time of year with your family!
Best,
Kim Leistner
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WINTER CLASSROOM PARTY IDEAS READY FOR YOU!
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Winter classroom parties are just around the corner. Relax! We've got you covered with some updated ideas from our classroom party guru, Allison Klint. Read her article here.
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WHAT TO BUY FOR THE TEACHERS? Well, We Asked Them!
| |  You might be surprised to learn that teachers have way too many apple mugs, apple ornaments, apple pencil holders, apple everything! But they do love handwritten notes from your kids and ... gift cards. More creative ideas here.
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SHOPPING FOR THE BABY OR TODDLER IN YOUR LIFE? Mom Recommended, Kid Approved Ideas Here!
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Yes, most would be happy with just the box or some bows to wear, but there are fun and fabulous toys out there. Thanks to Courtney Westlake for sharing her gift ideas here.
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STOMACH FLU 101: When To Consult the Doctor
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It is prime-time for the dreaded stomach virus. Even before you hear it's "going around," there are steps you can take to avoid it. But, Springfield Clinic also shares what to do if it hits your household. Article here.
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GIFT IDEAS TO BUILD LANGUAGE SKILLS: Ask the Speech Pathologist
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 Books, toys and games can help your child build language and speech skills. Our resident speech pathologist Jennifer Pollock offers her gift ideas here. |
HOLIDAY SAVINGS ACCOUNTS: PLAN NOW FOR 2011
| |  Feeling the financial crunch this year as the shopping season winds down? Take a cue from Security Bank and plan a Holiday Savings Account for 2011. Just a little bit a paycheck adds up for next year's gift lists. Read article here.
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| THE "HOLIDAZE" IS UPON US! We've Got Activities, Recipes and Strategies To Maintain Your Sanity | |
 How's your shopping coming along? Your party plans? What are you going to do with your kids over winter break? Overwhelmed yet? Don't be. Enjoy our "HoliDaze" resources. |
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What's Happening! Upcoming Events
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Holiday Happenings in the Springfield Area
The Holiday Store at Seaney Farms: November 13th through December 24th. "Absolutely delicious food," testifies Kim Leistner. Event catering, fresh turkeys and more! Details and printable flier here.
The Holiday Store: Through December 23rd. Benefits the Mini O'Beirne Crisis Nursery. Your kids can shop with the help of an "elf" for moms, dads, grandparents and others while you wait in a designated area. Gifts range from $1 - $10. Wonderful family tradition! Hours and more details here.
Illinois Products Online Shopping All Month. "One stop shop" for all your holiday giving needs! Details here.
Old Capitol Holiday Walks: Tonight! December 8, 15, 22nd. Extended shopping and dining hours; Santa House, horse drawn trolley, lighted holiday tree, toy train display, free entertainment. Free and open to the public.
Downtown Springfield. Details here.
 Super Saturday at the Illinois State Museum: Saturday, December 11, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m. Some animals head south, some hibernate, and others work hard to stay alive during the lean winter months. Come learn about winter wildlife during this free "come and go" activity.
Springfield Ballet Company's annual performance of "The Nutcracker" on December 11 and 12th. 2:00 and 8:00 p.m. on Saturday and 2:00 p.m. on Sunday. Tickets still available! Details here.
 Photos with Santa: December 12 from 12:00 - 4:00 p.m. Hoogland Center for the Arts. Photos will be taken before, during and at intermission for the Springfield Theatre Center's performance of White Christmas. Recommended $5 donation goes to Springfield Theatre Center. Details here.
YMCA Holiday Mini-Sessions, School Days Out Camp, Parent's Night Out, Semi-Private Swim Lessons and more! Runs ahead of Christmas and through winter break Details here.
Friday, December 17, Saturday, December 18th and Sunday, December 18th: Illinois Humane and the Sangamon County Animal Control will be at PetSmart, Gander Mountain, FitClub South and Ace Hardware on Wabash with animals available for adoption. Details, times and animal photos here.
 Noon Year's Eve at the Children's Discovery Museum on December 31st starting at 9:30 a.m. Lots of fun activities planned including confetti countdowns at noon and 3:00 p.m. Activities include hat making, noise makers and more! Details here.
 December 31st: First Night Springfield Festivities. Lots of fun activities for the family and fireworks at 6:00. More details coming!
SAVE THE DATE
Harlem Globetrotters at Prairie Capitol Convention Center on January 6th at 7:00 p.m. Mention Springfield Moms and enjoy discounted tickets ranging from $16 - $35. Order form here.
 Enter drawing for free Valentine's Day retreat on February 4 and 5th at Flagg Bed and Breakfast in Sherman. Deadline for drawing on January 4th. Couples Retreat with Connected Pairs.
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