Spfld Moms: Golfing Fun, Father's Day and Summer Safety Tips

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Springfield Moms E-Update
June 8, 2011

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Greetings!

There are so many exciting things going on this summer including the State Farm LPGA Classic this week. What a great opportunity to watch some of the finest women golfers in the world ... in our own backyard at Panther Creek!

Happy Father's Day!

Don't forget Father's Day coming up June 19th. Be sure to take time to thank the dads in your family! And enjoy a classic Dan Naumovich column about the "Dad's Eye View" of laundry chores here.

We hope you are staying cool during this hot summer weather! Be sure to check out our Outdoor Water Parks Guide for a list of regional water parks.

2011 Summer Camp Directory. We continue to update with new camps.
Neighborhood Garage Sales post. Send us your subdivision sale information to springfieldmoms.org@gmail.com.

Enjoy the sunshine!

Kim Leistner
Founder and president of Springfield Moms

DON'T LET SUMMER FUN = SUMMER INJURIES: Tips from HSHS Medical Group

summer buddies at the lake

Whether it's forgetting the water bottle on a hot game day or not reapplying sunscreen - mistakes can happen with our kids, despite our best intentions. Here's how to treat sunburns, heat exhaustion or poison ivy outbreaks from

Dr. Bhamidipati with HSHS Medical Group. Article here.

FIVE WAYS TO HELP YOUR KIDS EAT HEALTHY: Plus a Rockin' New PB&J Recipe!

A recent report suggests that for the first time in two centuries, the current generation of children may have a shorter life expectancy than their parents. This is sobering, but Fitness Together's Joe Thiel offers 5 great ways grown-ups can help their kids (and themselves) eat healthier. Article here.

KEEP YOUR KIDS SAFE AND BUCKLE THEM UP: New Car Seat Guideline Information
Despite the squirms and whimpers or whining and complaining, children need to be buckled up. The American Academy of Pediatrics has released new guidelines, and we have the details, courtesy of St. John's Children's Hospital. Read Lauren Winters' article here.

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What's Happening! Upcoming Events

GOING ON THIS WEEK! The LPGA State Farm Classic. Bring the family and be a part of this Springfield tradition. Play begins tomorrow, June 9th and runs through the 12th. Kids under 17 are admitted free of charge with a paying adult. Schedule of events and more details here.

Old Capital Farmers' Market in downtown Springfield this morning! Bring your reusable bags and have fun shopping the different booths. Strawberries, tomatoes, baked goods and more!

The Illinois Products Farmer's Market on Thursday evenings from 4:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. at the Illinois State Fairgrounds. Enjoy a variety of fresh and unique products. Not just fruits and veggies!

Friday, June 10th and Saturday, June 11th at 6:35 p.m. Springfield Sliders 2011 Schedule with Friday Fireworks and other festivities. Springfield Moms has an exclusive "Buy One Get One" free coupon for tickets this season. Play ball!

"Super Saturday" at the Illinois State Museum on June 11th starting at 10:00 a.m. In celebration of "Leave No Child Inside" Month, focus on the creatures that live right in your backyard. Search for wildlife on the Museum grounds and make animal crafts. At 11:00 am, Springfield storyteller Cathy Mosley will captivate children and their families with nature stories.
June 14th and 15th at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Illinois State Museum "Bob Steffan Summer Film Fest." "The Magic School Bus Rocks & Rolls" Join the Magic School Bus crew as Ms. Frizzle turns the Bus into a boulder and the students into rocks for a lesson about erosion.

Father's Day Celebration at Southwind Park, Sunday, June 19th beginning at 2:00 p.m. Watch as park officials dedicate the new "Treeless Treehouse" as well as the Hanson-Troxell Splash Fountain and the Honor Guard Garden. Plenty of free activities as well including a fishing derby, live entertainment, face painting, magicians and more. Fireworks at dusk.

June 19th at noon: Father's Day special at China Towne. Free studio time for dads who paint with their kids (adult or child).

June 22nd from 5:30 to 7:00 p.m Free Foot and Ankle Health Event.

Foot and ankle problems for all ages is the topic of a free seminar "Feet for all Ages" on Wednesday, June 22nd at the Dove Conference Center, St. John's Hospital, 619 E. Mason Street, Springfield.