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FYI: (in case you or someone that you know can be of assistance)...
Thank you in advance for any help you can provide.
Best regards,
Megan Bannon
Training Specialist
CARTUS
20 N. Wacker Drive Suite 1600, Chicago, IL 60606
Tel: 312 251 9000 x2035, Fax: 312 251 3122
megan.bannon@cartus.com
www.cartus.com
My two year old son is very particular about the books that are picked out for him. We've had a lot of misses, but several hits. His latest favorites... (and what I like about them)
-Maisy Loves You by Lucy Cousins (actually, he likes almost all of the Maisy books...short sentences, simple pictures; friendship focused...my son can "read" this book to me)
-The Seals on the Bus by Lenny Hort (animal version of the "Wheels on the Bus"; silly; reinforces animal sounds)
-I Can Do It Too by Karen Baicker (very cute!, teaches self reliance and family interaction)
-I Ain't Gonna Paint No More! by Karen Beaumont (although grammatically incorrect, it's a fun read that reinforces colors and body parts)
Warning: Be prepared to read these books over and over again (but that's not such a bad thing).
Think “Real Housewives of Orange County” --- if the housewives had to deal with Admissions Directors, application deadlines, interviews, first choice letters, and ERB’s.
We are currently looking for NYC parents about to begin applying to get their little ones into the top private schools in the city – whether it’s pre-school or grade school.Interested applicants can call the Supernanny hotline at: 1-877- NANNY-TIME, and mention ‘Manhattan Moms’, for more information. Or they can email us at mail@ricochettelevision.com"
FYI
...I am writing on behalf of a stylish, new children’s sun protective clothing line aimed at educating moms about protecting their children against the harmful effects of the summer sun. The new line, Cabana Life is offering your members an exclusive discount of 50% off their purchase.
This “beach club chic” collection contains 50+ UV protection, and is available for children sizes 6m-6x/7 in a variety of relaxed styles and bright colors, making this the perfect baby gift or addition to a child’s summer wardrobe. A portion of the proceeds from Cabana Life sales benefits The Skin Cancer Foundation.
Combining fashion and function, Cabana Life’s sun protective clothing is a favorite amongst Hollywood moms such as Lisa Kudrow and Marcia Gay Harden. Cabana Life has also been featured on The View, The Today Show, Good Morning America, and in a host of magazines such as People, Travel and Leisure Family, and The Wall Street Journal.
Your members can check out the collection at www.cabanalife.com and use the coupon code “besafe” at check out to save 50% off their purchase.
Diaper Cakes (http://www.bloomersdiapercakes.com/) are so adorable. They sent us one of the yellow gerbera daisy ones for our New and Expectant Moms event on August 18th. Each of the 3 tiers (100 diapers) is tied with pale yellow tulle and decorated with yellow Gerbera daisies. It comes wrapped in white tulle, tied with a satin bow and fastened with an old-fashioned diaper pin.
I came across a really good site for maternity activewear, http://www.maternityactivewear.com/aboutus/home.php.
(While you're there, enter the "Name the line" contest)
"Our maternity activew wear line has been sold under certified hot mama brand in the US or chm brand in Canada since 2003. We need a new and unique name. The name can be cute or simply sounds unique. Submit as many as you can come up with.
This contest is opened to everyone. You don't have to be a pregger to enter the contest. Win for your sister, daughter, friend.
Prizes as follows:
1st place: $500 USD worth of merchandise
2nd place: $300 USD worth of merchandise
3rd place: $100 USD worth of merchandise
Contest ends in Dec. 30th, 2006. Winners will be announced on January 31st, 2007. Chosen names will be property of Sevenseas Apparel, c/o maternityactivewear.com. For more information, contact info@maternityactivewear.com"
FYI:
Greetings,
Studio Address:
Metropolis Studio
105 East 106th Street
Between Park Avenue and Lexington Avenue
We look forward to seeing you soon!
Please note: Guests should not arrive earlier than 11:30 a.m. Upon arrival please wait outside on the audience guest line. You will be welcomed by a Naomi Judd staff member.Many of our members have had (or will have) children after the age of 35. There is a balanced, encouraging article entitled "Delayed Expectations" about this demographic at http://www.canada.com/nationalpost/news/artslife/story.html?id=3bdbaef8-5933-4d0e-807c-8e02f98e5e25&k=99962
FREE SUMMER THEATRE 2006
July 16 - August 18 at the Lucille Lortel Theatre in New York City
TheatreworksUSA presents a sparkling musical revue based on popular children's books, including:
Source: http://www.theatreworksusa.org/free_summer.cfm
Several moms and I went to see Astrograss perform at Madison Square Park today. It was a lot of fun. There were tons of moms/caregivers and little kids dancing to the music and/or sitting around. Everyone was really friendly and it wasn't too hot, because the Oval Lawn (where the concerts are held) is well shaded. I highly recommend this free concert series!
http://www.madisonsquarepark.org/art03.asp
A member mom recommendation:
"PLG Arts is doing this play in Imagination Playground in Prospect Park. It's ...a lot fun, if I do say so myself."
Sat, Sun 7/1/06-7/16/06
New and expectant moms, save the date: August 18th from 7-9pm. We're going to have our first annual "New and Expectant Moms" event with (urbanbaby.com featured) All AroundU. We're going to try to keep the price reasonable ($30 tops). More information will follow...
Meanwhile, great raffle prizes are trickling in...
Yesterday, I received the cutest little swaddler from Suzy Creamcheese (http://www.suzycreamcheese.com/swaddlers.html). It's so practical too...I always had a hard time swaddling my son with a blanket when he was a newborn.
I also received a really great infant car seat from Peg Perego (http://www.pegperego.com/). It's light, but sturdy with side impact protection.
If you are a mom who loves dessert (more than dinner at times!), read on...
"The newest addition to the niche restaurant scene is the dessert bar. Room 4 Dessert (New York), Espai Sucre (Barcelona) and our most recent spotting, ChikaLicious (New York), limit their menus to creative concoctions that satisfy even the most ardent sweet tooth.
A tiny 20-seat eatery in New York, founded by husband and wife team Don and Chika Tillman, ChikaLicious offers a 3-course menu for USD 12, consisting of a sweet amuse, the customer's choice of main course dessert, and petit fours to top it off. The menu features dishes such as Honey Parfait in Blackberry Soup with Tarragon and Lace Crisp, and the signature Fromage Blanc Island Cheese Cake.
The owners explain: "The idea behind an all dessert restaurant was something that we'd been thinking of for quite a while. Here in New York City, if you want a really fine dessert that's taken seriously, you have to go to one of those fine restaurants. We wanted to create a place that would allow you to go have noodles across the street and then come here for a very nominal price to have a wonderfully treated dessert."
A fun idea that lets adults live out their childhood fantasy of skipping dinner and going straight to dessert. The dessert bar is also a welcome addition to regular restaurants that work with tight seating schedules and rush customers from appetizers to cheque. Less need to hurry through dessert if it can be enjoyed at leisure elsewhere. A delicious opportunity if there every was one!
Website: http://www.chikalicious.com"
Source: www.springwise.com
WHAT: BABYWEARING BONANZA event for parents to test-drive the next new thing in baby gear.
WHO: Parents and children
WHEN: Saturday, July 22, 2006, from 1 - 4 PM
WHERE: Epiphany Library Auditorium*
228 E 23rd St (nr 2nd Ave)
Manhattan.
COST: Free
WEBSITE: www.BabywearingBonanza.com
Event Sponsors: NYC Attachment Parenting International
(http://groups.yahoo.com/group/NYC-API) and
SlingsInTheCity (www.slingsinthecity.com)
Baby Be Ready sent a Diaper Bag Survival Kit for our New and Expectant Parents event in August. It's both stylish and handy (a must for busy moms!) See below for the style and contents that we'll be giving away. (For more styles, visit their site at http://www.babydish.com/.)
