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January 5, 2011         
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Baby's First Birthday: Party Checklist
Organize Home Office Records
Book Nook: Organization Titles To Help You Dig Out
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SJR Readers' Choice AwardsHappy New Year! We are excited to kick off 2011 and another year of great information for "Grown-Ups and Their Kids" here at Springfield Moms.org.

We do have a favor to ask you this week.  The State Journal-Register is running their annual Readers' Choice Awards through January 9th.  Last year, thanks to your support, Springfield Moms won the Best Area Blog category.

With your help, we'd like to repeat!  Please take a few minutes and take their survey. You can find us under the Lifestyle Section for best area blog.  We appreciate your support!  Take survey now.

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BABY'S FIRST BIRTHDAY: HOW TO CREATE A FUN PARTY FOR THE BIG DAY
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There are few things as exciting as a baby's first birthday party. Everyone goes crazy over watching your little one tear into the cake or try to figure out the wrapping paper on the presents.  Courtney Westlake shares a helpful checklist on how to pull off the big event in her article here.


THE TAX MAN 'COMETH:  Tips for Home Office Records and What to Keep and What to Shred
Put your files on a diet.It's time to wrap up 2010 financial issues.  The process is much easier if you have an organized home office filing system. Here are some handy tips from Christine Carrels of Marine Bank on what to keep and what to toss.  Article here.
 BOOK NOOK: Organize Your Home and Help Your Teen Get Organized, Too!
laundryThese books may offer just the strategy you are looking for if you have targeted the never-ending piles of stuff that accumulate too quickly!  Check out the list here, and if you have organizing strategies, email us at springfieldmoms.org@gmail.com and be entered to win a prize in our monthly drawing.
 
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What's Happening!  Upcoming Events 

Harlem Globetrotters
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.



StJohnsChildrens_Hospital_LogoJanuary 6th at 12:30: New Moms Dealing With Feelings at St. John's Children's Hospital. This support group gives help to women from the central Illinois area who are or may be experiencing symptoms of postpartum depression (PPD) and other mood disorders following the birth of their baby. By meeting with other women who have similar experiences, women learn the facts about PPD and explore positive ways to cope.


Downtown_Springfield_Inc_logoFriday, January 7th: Downtown Springfield's First Fridays start at 5:00 p.m.  Come down and enjoy the shops, fine arts and restaurants of downtown.  Details here.


Illinois State MuseumJanuary 8th from 10:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.  Super Saturdays at Illinois State Museum:

What is sculpture? Answer this question and learn more about how sculptures are made and what they are made of. Make your own spectacular sculptures out of found objects, pipe cleaners, modeling clay, and more. Contribute to a group sculpture that will be displayed in A Place for Discovery, and see the amazing sculptures made by Illinois artist Brent Kington.



Free skating clinic
January 8th at 9:30 a.m. Nelson Center: FREE Ice Skating Clinic.  Lots of fun activities to celebrate National Skating Month including free 30 minute skating lesson from a professional skater and 15 minute demonstrations.  Details here.




AthletiCare_StJohnsHospitalJanuary 19th at 6:30: AthletiCare offers free seminars on sports and fitness issues on the third Wednesday of the month.  This month, learn about careers in sports medicine.  Registration encouraged.  Details here.

Illinois State MuseumJanuary 29th: 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. at Illinois State Museum: Carroll C. Hall Science Series Lab Rats!  For kids in 6th - 8th grades. Dr. Shawn Carlson will amaze students with an exciting,demonstration of the principles that govern the universe. Next, students will attend a hands-on workshop session. Students will gain a new perspective on science, a scientific instrument to keep and materials to continue the fun at home.  Register by January 24th.  Details here.



Connected Pairs Valentine's Day retreat on February 4 and 5th at Flagg Bed and Breakfast in Sherman. Don't miss this opportunity to reconnect with your significant other!  Couples Retreat with Connected Pairs.


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Illinois State MuseumFebruary 12th: 11:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  Celebrate Cultural Diversity at the Illinois State Museum with a Free Family Event, open to the public. Learn about the heritage and traditions of world cultures. The Museum will be filled with hands-on crafts for children, international displays, live performances and much more.

Style of Hope
6th Annual Style of Hope on Thursday, March 3rd.  6:30 reception, 7:30 fashion show.  Buy your tickets for this fabulous event now.  Proceeds benefit the children of The Hope Institute.  This "Girls Night Out" event features gourmet hors d'oeuvres, Peases's chocolates, champagne toast, live and silent auctions, live music and an extraordinary fashion show, produced by Chicago's own, Zzazz Productions.  Details here.


Hearts at Home

Need To Recharge Your Mom Batteries?  Mark Your Calendars!  March 11 - 12th in Normal: Hearts at Home National Conference "Mom Revolution."  Stay tuned! More details in our January 19th E-Update.





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