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August 29, 2007

September Giveaway - Crayola® Tub Boat

Crayola is giving away Tub Boats to the first 30 kids who attend our September 25th Fall Family Happy Hour at MoonSoup.

Back in March, I wrote about how much my son enjoyed this boat: “The next item that he tested was the "color dotz tub boat".  You put dotz into each of the boat wheels, pull the flag post, and put the boat in the bath water.  The boat then travels through the tub, coloring the water.  It works really well at coloring the water and is a fun boat to play with at the same time.  Michael really liked it.” 

For moms who have an immediate interest / can’t make the MoonSoup event, the boat is sold online at www.crayolastore.com and can be found at retailers such as Toys R’ Us and Wal-Mart.

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September Giveaway - Family Four Pack of tickets for The Doodlebops Live!

Update:
My family had a blast at this show as did the Mom in the City giveaway winners.  If they ever come back in town, definitely try to make it!

We’re giving away a Family Four Pack of tickets for The Doodlebops Live! at the WAMU Theater at Madison Square Garden on October 6th at 5 PM. 

The winner will be chosen at our September 25th Fall Family Happy Hour at MoonSoup.  (See the press release below for more details.)

DOODLEBOPS LIVE! BOPS INTO NEW YORK CITY
INSPIRING KIDS TO MOVE AND GROOVE
TO A LIVE PERFORMANCE OF ROCKIN’ HITS

***

Tickets on Sale Now for Feld Entertainment’s Doodlebops  Live!– featuring kids’ favorite band and Disney Channel television stars.

 “Doot do do Doot do do…” Get ready to rock along with the Doodlebops as they get on the bus to tour North America with their exciting live concert.  Due to their wildly successful first live tour with sold out performances across the United States, the Doodlebops are hitting the road once again later this year through the spring of 2008 to bring their music back to their fans, and will kick it off in New York City.  Straight from their hit TV show on Playhouse Disney, Deedee, Rooney, and Moe Doodle are getting back on the bus, ready to sing and dance in an interactive concert experience that will have kids and their parents rockin’ and boppin’ together!  This candy-colored trio is sure to deliver an unforgettable performance that will be a treat for the whole family.

Tickets are on sale right now for two performances only at the WAMU Theater at Madison Square Garden on Saturday, October 6.  “This talented trio sizzles when they take the stage, which is why they are the hottest new band for young children,” said Producer Kenneth Feld.  “Families and children across the United States will love the opportunity to experience them live.”

This New York City date is the launch of the 2007-2008 North American tour of Doodlebops Live!, produced by Feld Entertainment, Inc.  Show locations, dates and times for the entire national tour are available by visiting www.doodlebops.com.

“The Doodlebops” was developed to engage kids through real music inspired by legendary artists, while imparting positive social values and messages.  With zany antics and overwhelming enthusiasm, this colorful and creative group entertains young fans with their unique mixture of music, dance and comedy while focusing on pro-social themes in a way that their preschooler audiences can relate to. 

The live action series produced by Cookie Jar Entertainment and airs on Disney Channel, features the three fun-loving band mates-- Deedee, Rooney, and Moe Doodle who live out their daily lives as the biggest phenomena in kids’ pop music. As this sensational music group takes to the stage, pint-sized fans across the country will be hoppin’ out of their seats boppin’ to their favorite rockin’ band!

TICKET PRICES:  $15.00, $27.00, $40.00, $54.00, $69.00.  *All tickets subject to Madison Square Garden Service Charge fee.

Show Date & Times:    SATURDAY, OCTOBER 6, 2007 at 2:00 PM & 5:00 PM

Tickets for Doodlebops are on sale NOW.  Call Ticketmaster Charge By Phone at 212-307-7171 or visit www.ticketmaster.com  for more information.

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September Giveaway – Slurp & Burp

Slurp & Burp (http://www.slurpburp.com/) is giving away a cool breastfeeding cover with burpcloth.  (Using a Slurp & Burp allows moms to nurse discreetly because the patented design covers mom without covering her baby.)
 “Here's why the Slurp & Burp is the new "must have" for all nursing moms...
- Promotes mother/baby bond... allows eye contact & communication
- All-in-one product for nursing and burping
- No more hassling with tucking blanket into bra straps or clipping
- Comfortable for mom and baby- no fussing with hot, sweaty blankets
- Machine washable/made of lightweight cotton
- Cost effective- price is comparable to the cost of just one nursing  top
- Mom can keep her own style- no need to wear unflattering nursing tops
- Compact- easily fits in purse or diaper bag
- Loops around mom for complete coverage & no risk of falling off
- Mom can confidently & discreetly nurse her baby anywhere she
 chooses!!!

Visit http://www.slurpburp.com/ to view pics of the Slurp & Burp in use.”
The winner will be chosen at our September 25th Fall Family Happy Hour at MoonSoup.

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September Giveaway - TushyGear

TushyGear (http://www.tushygear.com/) is giving away a cute travel diaper changing pad.

 

The winner will be chosen at our September 25th Fall Family Happy Hour at MoonSoup.

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September Giveaway/Special Offer - aden + anais

Award-winning aden + anais  (http://www.adenandanais.com/) is giving away a set of muslin wraps for swaddling.


“aden + anais muslin wraps for swaddling will keep babies warm and comfy, and is a must-have for tiny infants. These wraps are light enough to allow air to flow through, which keeps baby warm without over-heating, since the fabric allows body temperature to adjust naturally. Now available in new 2-packs, as well as cushiony washcloths. Visit www.adenandanais.com and use coupon code CS003 for $5 off.”

 

The winner will be chosen at our September 25th Fall Family Happy Hour at MoonSoup.

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August 28, 2007

7 Favorite Things for 2007 (September)

This time, I'll be focusing on my favorite September/Fall magazine issues:

  1. Domino (http://www.dominomag.com/): The Adventuress is one of my favorite regular  columns (in this issue, she trails a top NYC decorator).  I also love paper, so “the domino guide to stationery” is also a good read.
  2. InStyle Makeover:  Their Fall 2007 issue gives some great, practical ways to update your makeup, clothes, etc. for real women.  I especially like their reader transformation article and "How to Wear Fall's Top Trends". 
  3. O, The Oprah Magazine (http://www2.oprah.com/omagazine/omag_landing.jhtml): The September issue is full of great articles including Vera Wang's line for Kohl's and articles about Fantasia Barrino and turning your ideas into reality.
  4. Parents (http://www.parents.com/parents/?_requestid=333637&_requestid=333637): They have a really good article on page 216 "What Kids Really Learn in Preschool" and I also like the article, "Good Kids, Bratty Behavior".
  5. Parenting (http://www.parenting.com/parenting/): I especially like their "Talk to Me" article on page 89 and "How to Be a Great Mom" (as if that topic could be summed up in one article!)
  6. Real Simple Family: This special issue by Real Simple is on the stands until early October.  It's full of great solutions for simplifying family life.  All of the helpful information is great, but my favorite part is the feature "read this when..." which are letters from parents to their young children to be read in the future at various special occasions.  Just thinking about it brings tears to my eyes!
  7. Working Mother (http://www.workingmother.com/?service=vpage/106): I'm a stay at home mom but I also work part time from home, so I love this magazine.  "This is How She Does It", "Entrepreneur Mom" and "Let's Eat" are standouts in the August/September issue.  There's also a series of articles of special interest to female lawyers.

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O-P-R-A-H (Oprah)

“I’m so excited and I just can’t hide it!”  Oprah is taping her show’s season premiere in New York this year on September 10th and (guess what?) I’m going to be in the audience (yay!)  You don’t understand, I LOVE  Oprah.  Okay, I don’t actually know her, so I guess it’s moreso that I love what she’s done with her life, money and celebrity status.  Anyway, I’m super excited to be going to her show.  This is how it happened (because you know that I wasn’t able to get tickets off her website!)…

A married couple friend of mine’s was over our house for dinner last Tuesday.  After dinner, my girlfriend checked her messages.  An e-friend of hers had sent her an email saying that Oprah was coming to NY and that she and a guest were invited to be a part of the studio audience.  My friend read it casually and I screamed…”Take ME…I LOVE Oprah.”  She said okay and I started jumping up and down.  (I’m pretty expressive when I’m really excited.)  Both of our husbands were laughing at me.  My husband was happy that I was happy, but he’s not really a big talk show fan.  The only thing that he had to say was, “I hope that she says and you get a car; and you get a car…” (even though we already have a car and I don’t drive).

Anyway, I’m a list person and being in or on Oprah (the magazine or show) has been on my prayer list for the last couple of years.  Well, this isn’t exactly the same thing, but I’ll take it!

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Philippa Gregory Live Web Event

In case you're interested...  Philippa Gregory, bestselling author of The Boleyn Inheritance and The Other Boleyn Girl, is hosting a live web event for her fans around the world on Sunday, Sept. 16th at 2:00pm EST.

Philippa Gregory LIVE will feature a live simulcast streamed through the Internet of Gregory speaking to an audience in London . She will discuss her historical research; writing process; her latest novel, The Boleyn Inheritance; the upcoming major motion picture based on The Other Boleyn Girl; her next novel, The Other Queen; and much more. Throughout the one-and-a-half-hour long event, online attendees will have the opportunity to ask Philippa their own questions and interact with other fans and book clubs.  Online participants can register at www.philippagregorylive.com. To view interview clips with Philippa visit www.PhilippaGregory.bookvideos.tv or listen to her podcast at Philippa Gregory Podcast.

There will also be a live event in NY at the Borders in Columbus Circle, where people can come into the store to watch instead of viewing on their computer.

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Still Stuck on Summer

I guess that I should be planning and focusing on the fall season, but I’m not.  I’m still stuck on summer.  Fall doesn’t begin until September 23rd, so I still have three more weeks to enjoy summer.  I haven't crossed off all of the things on my personal and family "Summer To Do List", so I hope to cross of the last three before summer ends.  They are:

1. Take my son to the New York Aquarium.

2. Go away for a long weekend to the Hamptons. [No, we're not (financially) rich...we just go off-season.  You'll be amazed at the prices that you can get if you go just a week after Labor Day.  Fortunately, my husband gets a gazillion holidays now that he's a teacher, so we'll be going away for the long Rosh Hashanah/Ramadan week-end.]

and

3. Go to High Tea at Lady Mendl's (http://www.innatirving.com/dining-lady.asp). [Although high tea isn't a traditional summer activity, it's one of the things that I love.  I vowed to myself that I would go to a different high tea at least once every three months. I'm going with a friend on the 22nd...I'm cutting it close.] 

Don't forget  to end your summer on a great note!

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August 20, 2007

FREE Advanced Screening of Disney Princess Enchanted Tale

I have FREE "Admit Two" screening  passes for 
 
This is the only chance you’ll have to see it on the big screen!  You can learn more about the dvd at http://disney.go.com/disneyvideos/animatedfilms/disneyprincessenchantedtales
The screening will be held on Saturday, August 25th at 11:00am at the AMC Loews Lincoln Square (1998 Broadway; New York City).
Please email me at kcoleman@mominthecity.com if you're interested. All you have to do is print out the pass that I will email you and show up early!

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Mom in the City Fall Family Happy Hour at MoonSoup


On Tuesday, September 25th from 6:30 – 8:00 PM, let’s welcome the fall season by having fun relaxing and hanging out at this family get together at MoonSoup (www.moonsoup.net).  This event is ideal for families with kids ages 2 months to 4 years old.  Please note that this is more of a social event for parents with the kids along.  Kids play in the room and they usually do a couple of fun group activities for the young ones.  Refreshments will be served.  This event only costs $10.00 per family (it’s free for MoonSoup enrolled families). There will be several special raffle giveaways and gifts for each of the first 30 kids.

MoonSoup is located at 1059 Second Avenue , between 55th & 66th Streets. Space is limited so please RSVP, at 212-319-3222.  Once you have RSVPd, please email me (Kimberly) at kcoleman@mominthecity.com  to let me know that you’re attending so that I can be sure to have enough treats for Mom in the City members.

Special Offer:
MoonSoup offers creative classes for babies, tots and kids, plus Studio, their preschool alternative. They also offer full-service themed kids birthday parties and have an excellent toy store and gift boutique. The entire space is beautiful and the sky lit classroom is just magical to walk into. If you haven’t been to this midtown center that moms are abuzz about, now is the time. They are currently enrolling for their fall term that begins September 4th. Mention “Moms In The City” to get a free trial class, $50.00 off a birthday and 15% of a purchase in their Zagat’s rated toy store and gift boutique (one time only, $20.00 minimum purchase.)

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August 13, 2007

FREE ADVANCED SCREENING OF THE NANNY DIARIES

I have some FREE "Admit Two" passes for a special advance screening of THE NANNY DIARIES that I thought you might be interested in (although it's very last minute!). The screening will be held on WEDNESDAY, AUGUST 15TH at 7:00PM at AMC LOEWS LINCOLN SQUARE - 1998 Broadway (at 68th Street). You can learn more about the movie at www.TheNannyDiariesMovie.com.

Please email me at kcoleman@mominthecity.com if you're interested. All you have to do is print out the pass that I will email you and show up early!

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August 06, 2007

What to Pay Your Nanny - The Top 10 Questions Parents Ask

I had an article published in the August 2007 Big Apple Parent based on questions that several moms had asked regarding nanny compensation.  You can see the full article here.  (If you're interested in reprinting this article, please email me at kcoleman@mominthecity.com.)

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I Believe That I Can Fly


(Yes, that's a picture of me!)  I  took a beginner level Flying Trapeze class at Trapeze School New York (http://newyork.trapezeschool.com/).  It was amazing!  Initially, when I saw the school from across the street, I almost chickened out.  “What was I thinking” ran through my head as I hesitantly approached the Pier.  Fortunately, it looked a lot less scary up close and the school had the most beautiful views of the sky and the city.  “I can do this,” I kept telling myself.

When the class began, there was an instant sense of camaraderie amongst all of us first-timers. (Classes are small - no larger than 10 people - so that each person can get individual attention.)  Our instructor Jeff gave us some brief safety rules; demonstrated what we would (try to) do; and tightly put on our safety belts.  After marveling at my pre-baby looking waist, I realized that it was time to fly.

I volunteered to go first, so that I wouldn’t lose my nerve.  I climbed 23 feet up the ladder, jumped off the platform and hung on the trapeze by my hands three separate times.  It was scary to jump off the first time, but once I was off the platform, it was so much fun swinging back and forth and then letting go of the bar in order to fall into the net.  I was a little disappointed that I wasn’t able to do some of the other options (like the knee hang, flipping dismount or catching), but my goal is to be able to do some of those things the next time.


Overall, I was really excited to step out of my comfort zone...I was flying!  When I asked my fellow class members how they would describe their experience, they used phrases like “liberating”, “natural high”, “it helped me to let go”, and “an amazing experience”.  In any event, I highly recommend this class!

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