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Celebrate Moms, Summer Events Guide, and TWO Super Giveaways!
May 11, 2012 

 
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Hello!  
Read the May 2012 Baby issue online

Happy Spring! Here at NW Kids, we've been eagerly awaiting the month of May - not only for the great weather, but also to look at all of the beautiful artwork your kiddos submitted for our Color Me Cover Contest! We had such a hard time choosing winners, but we're very excited to announce them in our June issue. (Take a look at some of the masterpieces and choose your favorite!)

May is also the month to honor the special lady in our lives - Moms, of course! With our annual Baby issue celebrating new and expecting mothers, Mother's Day on Sunday, May 13th, and a very special giveaway from one of our favorite local businesses,  Zenana Spa (see below for details!), there's no shortage of fanfare for all the Portland mamas out there.

Also, don't forget to check out our online calendar for fun Mother's Day and other weekend events! 

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From Our Friends at PDX Kids Calendar 

PDX Kids Calendar (www.pdxkidscalendar.com) is a local mom-run business focused on keeping you and your kids in the know on all the cool, zany, active, relaxing, musical, theatrical, and more, events and happenings in and around Portland, OR.  

 

Our site is bursting with info for local fun - including a robust events calendar, reviews, giveaways, deals and resource guides. This month check out our 2012 Summer Fun Guide with details on all the great activities, events and happenings going on in Portland this summer. We will include everything - from live music to street fairs, farmers markets to movies in the park, rock climbing to Shakespeare, and more! 

 

Check us out at www.pdxkidscalendar.com. 

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Mother's Day Giveaway from Zenana Spa & Wellness Center:
Twice the toes, twice the fun 

 

Make an extra point to hug your mama on Sunday. This is the woman who birthed you, raised you - is still raising you! - and is always there when you need her. And for all of the moms reading this, celebrate all you do and nurture yourself for once!  

Zenana Spa & Wellness Center is built on the premise of nurturing moms and families in every stage of life. This Mother's Day the spa is offering a special giveaway through NW Kids that will bring moms and daughters (or sons) together for a special bonding experience.  

Sneak out for some Toe Time for Two with the special little lady (or gentleman) in your house. Zenana Spa invites moms and children under the age of 10 to receive side-by-side pedicures while sharing one nail technician. This service is valued at $65.  

To enter, please visit the Zenana Spa & Wellness Center website, check out the list of spa services and then come back and tell us on Facebook (facebook.com/nwkidsmag), under the Zenana Spa giveaway post, which spa treatment you would choose to nurture yourself today.  A winner will be selected at 5pm on Tuesday, May 15th.

Love your mama!  


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From Our Friends at bella stella

 

Spring is a natural time of year to simplify and start fresh! It's so easy to wind up with way more clothes than your kids can ever wear, resulting in a cluttered closet where nothing is easy to find and half the clothes don't fit. 
 
Now is a great time to free up your closet space by bringing in your gently used children's or maternity clothing to your local resale shop. It can be exhilarating to clear out all that unworn clothing and organize your closets!

We're lucky that there are so many great resale shops in Portland. But at bella stella, we work hard to make it as easy as possible for you to bring in your trade. You receive 50% in-store credit on the spot, there's no limit on how much you can bring in, appointments are never needed, and credit never expires! Better yet, you can use your credit towards anything in the store - we have an awesome selection of new toys, art supplies, and baby carriers.
 
Visit www.bellastellaresale.com for more information on the items we're currently accepting for trade, and happy spring cleaning! 

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Magen's Bay Designs: Eco-Friendly and Educational Toys - Plus a Giveaway!
  

In 2009, designer Brooke McLane's Magen's Bay Designs was started with an idea. The idea was to provide natural, earth friendly, educational kids toys that would last and serve a dual purpose. She wanted to create a toy that was safe and non-toxic for little ones and would also serve as a keepsake that would last for generations to be handed down for years to come. 

 

Brooke's 2 year old son, his cousins, and his friends were her first "customers." From the overwhelming positive response of the children and their parents, she knew she was onto something. The blocks that she creates can be fully customized with anything ranging from the child's name, birthday, theme or special date. All blocks can be made sized to fit any sized hand. 

 

Brooke is dedicated to encouraging learning through play in positive ways, and passionate about using only non-toxic, sustainable materials in all of her products for added safety. With products from Magen's Bay Designs you are assured to receive the highest quality product, satisfaction and a lifetime of memories.  

 

Want to see for yourself? We have a set of blocks (a $48 value) to give away to one lucky baby! To enter, visit our Facebook page and leave a comment on our Magen's Bay giveaway post, or send an email to [email protected] with "Magen's Bay giveaway" in the subject. The winner will be chosen at 12pm on Tuesday, May 15th. Good luck! 

  

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Sneak Peak: Summer's A-Comin!

 

Check out the June 2011 Issue
Can you believe it? Another summer is just around the corner! Here's a teaser of what NW Kids has in store for you...

June 2012 - The Summer Issue
  • Summer activities and events galore!  
  • Pickathon 2012, Oregon's annual 3-day, sustainable, family-friendly indie music festival
  • Road trip to Sunriver - family and kid-friendly sights, eats, and outdoor play
  • Guide to our favorite water parks!

July 2012 - Neighborhood Guide 

Last year's first annual Portland area Neighborhood Guide was such a hit, and we're excited to do it again. We pick our favorite places to eat, shop, and play in various neighborhoods so you have a go-to guide for a day's adventure in the city, including:

  • St. Johns
  • Montavilla
  • Woodstock
  • Alberta Arts
  • Happy Valley
  • Orenco Station
  • ... and more!

Have a favorite spot that you're dying to share? We always love hearing from our readers and fellow local parents - send us a tip!  

 

And as always, along with our print issues we have exclusive online-only content, so keep your eyes on our website, Facebook, and Twitter so you don't miss a thing!


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