May 2007
Monthly Archive
7 Favorite Things for 2007 (June)
Posted by Kimberly on 30 May 2007 | Tagged as: Favorite Things
1. ExerciseTV (http://www.exercisetv.tv/): Since I still have “pregnancy” pounds to shed, I especially like their FREE On Demand segments. They are great for when you have a spare 10 to 30 minutes. I especially like the 10 minute abdomen workouts and the cardio dance workouts. They also have workouts online and for portable devices.
2. Inexpensive sunglasses: I tend to frequently lose “unattached” accessories (i.e. umbrellas and sunglasses) so it makes no sense for me to spend a lot of money on them. Fortunately, it’s easy to find trendy shades at inexpensive prices. In the city, there are always vendors at street fairs. Forever 21 (www.forever21.com), Nordstrom’s (www.nordstrom.com) and A.J. Morgan (http://www.ajmorganeyewear.com/) also carry trendy, inexpensive lines.
3. Hop Stop (http://www.hopstop.com/): If you don’t have a great sense of direction (like me), you will love this site. You put in your starting and destination addresses and then they give you great subway, bus, walking (and combinations thereof) directions. I have used it several times and the directions have been accurate every time.
4. Life & Style Weekly (http://lifeandstylemag.hollywood.com/): At the newsstand price of $1.99, this is one of my inexpensive “guilty pleasures”. I don’t necessarily believe the celebrity “news”, but I love their fashion and beauty tips. I also like their easy-to-do crossword puzzles.
5. Erika Bloom Pilates (www.erikabloompilates.com/): This Pilates studio is a gem! I attended a Pilates Mat group class taught by Leslie Dorst. It was amazing. The classes are kept small (no more than six people at a time) so that the instructor can customize the workout. Leslie was extremely encouraging as she corrected my (admittedly not so great) alignment and breathing. I walked away feeling like I had just left the spa…centered and relaxed. (I have NEVER felt that way leaving an exercise class before.)
6. Friends with no children: (Okay, so this is more of a person, than a thing BUT since it’s my list, I can include what I like.) Friends with kids are great for obvious reasons, but I had forgotten how important my childless friends are until my birthday. My girlfriend Susan gifted me with a “coupon” for a 2 hour nap; movie tickets with a “coupon” for free babysitting; and a Starbucks (gift card)…she is my caramel frap “date”. How many other moms can give up that many hours of child care? Not that many…we’re too busy watching our own children/ if we had all of that extra time, we’d be taking a nap ourselves. And it’s not just the gifts (of course). I love simply talking and being with my “non-mom” friends because it’s good and healthy (for me, anyway) to get out of my “mommy world” every now and then.
7. Shopaholic & Baby (http://www.randomhouse.com/bantamdell/kinsella/): This is one of those books where I had to read a couple of chapters before I liked it. After the first few pages, I thought that I would just stop reading it…that it was a silly, name brand dropping piece of fluff. I’m glad that I gave it a few more pages though. I became “addicted” and finished it within the day. It is fluff, but it’s also fun and the main character (Becky) may be shallow, but she’s also endearing. Throw in the fact that Becky’s ob/gyn is trying to steal her husband during her pregnancy and there’s enough of a plot line to keep you interested throughout the entire book.
New Special Offers - June
Posted by Kimberly on 30 May 2007 | Tagged as: Discounts, Freebies
-NYC ADVENTURE BOOT CAMP
www.NYCAdventureBootCamp.com
4 week outdoor fitness program designed for the busy woman.
Special in JUNE: Free Saturday Classes in Central Park
And
-Boutique Baby 4 Less
www.boutiquebaby4less.com
Mom in the City members can enter promo code NEW25 for a 25% off discount at this mom-owned clothing boutique.
Father’s Day Giveaway - The GoodFather’s Double Daddy Gift Combo
Posted by Kimberly on 23 May 2007 | Tagged as: Contests & Giveaways
Dr. MOZ (http://drmoz.com/) is giving away The GoodFather’s Double Daddy Gift Combo.
The combo contains the following:
-The GoodFather gift CD-ROM by Dr. MOZ, which teaches new and expecting dads baby skills with interactive lessons set to a fun mobster parody “he can’t refuse”
and
The winner will be chosen at our June 16th Father’s Day Breakfast.
-The Good Father daddy T-shirt, which is an ultra-thick hand-printed 100% cotton T-shirt… (It lets everyone know that dad is a true “family man”.)
June Event: Father’s Day Pancake Breakfast
Posted by Kimberly on 16 May 2007 | Tagged as: Events
Let’s celebrate Dads with a special Father’s Day Breakfast!
Enjoy an old-fashioned Father’s Day Pancake Breakfast on Saturday, June 16th from 9 to 10:30 am in 74 MAGIC’s (http://www.74magic.com) fourth-floor party space. If the day is sunny, parents can soak up the sun while kids enjoy tumbling, sliding, and playing on the roof top playground. There will be a special indoor grilling area where moms and kids (who would like to) can cook special pancakes for dear Dad.
Father’s Day giveaway prizes include a Dad Gear Black Diaper Vest, a City Threads "Daddy" Tee, two Chelsea Piers Gold Passports, a Crocs gift certificate, a Wee Wee Wear “Things I Need” Onesie, and a Dr. Moz gift set.
In celebration of summer, each child in attendance will receive a sand bucket from Half Pint (http://www.halfpintstore.com) and a Squid Soap (http://www.squidsoap.com) to clean “sandy” hands.
Tickets to the breakfast are $6 per person/ FREE for Dads. Space is limited to the first 20 families to RSVP to events@mominthecity.com by June 2nd.
Moms: Your idea could be worth $20,000 from Whirlpool brand
Posted by Kimberly on 16 May 2007 | Tagged as: Contests & Giveaways
In case you’re interested…
"…you are invited to enter the third annual Whirlpool Brand Mother of Invention Grant Program, recognizing moms with creative inventions, innovative business plans or service ideas. Whirlpool brand understands that moms constantly take on new challenges and come up with creative solutions everyday - each year this program helps a few really innovative moms take their dreams to the next level.
This year, it could be you. Do you have a brilliant idea you put on the backburner waiting for the right time, a little more money or just a little more gumption to forge ahead? Now is the time to turn those ideas into the successful venture you always knew it could be!
To participate, simply fill out an entry form available on www.whirlpool.com/moms or at designated retailers by answering questions that detail your unique idea, the inspiration behind it and its real world applications.
The 2007 Whirlpool Brand Mother of Invention Grant Program is seeking entries that:
Create a solution to an unmet consumer need
Are unique in the current marketplace
Could be a viable business
Have an interesting story around the creation.
Applicants have the chance to win:
Grand Prize: $20,000 grant, Whirlpool(R) Duet(R) or Cabrio(TM) washer and dryer pair, a Whirlpool(R) Fabric Freshener and a $3,000 stipend for a new home office.
First Prize: (2) $7,000 grant, a Whirlpool Gold(R) PowerScour(TM) dishwasher and a Whirlpool(R) Duet Sport(TM) washer and dryer pair.
Second Prize: (2) $5,000 grant and a Whirlpool(R) Duet Sport(TM) washer and dryer pair.
In addition to receiving grant money and Whirlpool product prizes, all winners will attend a business boot camp led by Whirlpool brand experts.
Now is the time to get your ideas rolling! Enter or spread the word to friends, family or colleagues. Moms interested in applying for the 2007 Whirlpool Brand Mother of Invention Grant are encouraged to visit www.whirlpool.com/moms starting May 13, 2007. The program closes on July 30, 2007."
Tim Gunn’s New Show
Posted by Kimberly on 16 May 2007 | Tagged as: Special Opportunities
In case you’re interested…
“The inimitable Tim Gunn, from Project Runway is making a new show. He will share his fashion wisdom with women and teach them how to create and maintain their personal style.
Bravo is inviting women who are between the ages of 23 and 40, legal residents of the United States and currently reside within 50 miles of New York City to nominate themselves and/or their friends.
We are looking for women with a variety of fashion problems. Maybe you have lost your way in the world of fashion, or there’s a mismatch between how you feel inside and how you actually look?
And why are you unhappy with your style? Perhaps you have a party, a reunion, a job interview coming up, or you want to go for a promotion or start dating again and you just don’t feel you fit in.
Whatever your fashion problem, Tim Gunn will mentor you to find your personal style.
Contact: Katy Sarge/Casting Director
ksargecast@gmail.com or guidetostyle@hotmail.com”
HAPPYBABY is looking for 7 beautiful babies…
Posted by Kimberly on 16 May 2007 | Tagged as: Contests & Giveaways
Calling all parents of happy babies … Enter a photo at www.happybabyfood.com and email friends and family to vote for your baby!
Father’s Day Giveaway - Dad Gear Black Diaper Vest
Posted by Kimberly on 14 May 2007 | Tagged as: Contests & Giveaways
Dad Gear (http://www.dadgear.com) is giving away a Black Diaper VestTM
“The Dad Gear Diaper VestTM is the hottest innovation in parenting gear since the diaper bag itself. Combining comfort and style, you can change, feed, and entertain your child with ease. The vest is constructed with high quality materials for ultimate durability and longevity and is better looking than most fleece vests available, but with specific functionality for carrying all of your essentials! It is available in several colors.”
The winner will be chosen at our June 16th Father’s Day Breakfast.
Father’s Day Giveaway - City Threads “Daddy” Tee
Posted by Kimberly on 14 May 2007 | Tagged as: Contests & Giveaways
City Threads (www.citythreads.com) is giving away a “Daddy” tee.
These adorable “Mom” and “Daddy” tees from hip, uber-wearable kid’s clothing line City Threads makes the perfect gift for Mother or Father’s Day! Decorated with iconic rock ‘n roll, Americana and vintage-inspired images, the line is a favorite of celeb moms including Angelina Jolie, Sarah Jessica Parker, Brooke Shields, Christy Turlington and Marcia Cross. The collection of stylish tees, layette sets, thermals, pants, jackets, bibs and more is perfect for little hipsters-in-the-making. www.citythreads.com
The winner will be chosen at our June 16th Father’s Day Breakfast.
Father’s Day Giveaway - Chelsea Piers Gold Passports
Posted by Kimberly on 14 May 2007 | Tagged as: Contests & Giveaways
Chelsea Piers is giving away two sets of two Chelsea Piers Gold Passports.
Each passport is good for:
*Day Pass to their Health Club, the Sports Center at Chelsea Piers. Enjoy the swimming pool, Hudson River sun decks, basketball courts, 1/4-mile jogging track, an extensive collection of cardio and strength-training equipment and a variety of fitness classes. The Sports Center is an adult membership facility. Guests must be 16 yrs. or older.
*$15 pre-paid ball card and club rental at the Golf Club, a 200-yard net enclosed, heat and weather protected driving range.
*Admission and skate rental at Sky Rink, Manhattan’s only year-round, twin indoor ice skating rinks.
*Five (5) batting cage tokens at the Field House (50 balls).
*Admission for one child and an accompanying adult to the Field House’s Toddler Adventure Center.
*Free shoe rental with the purchase of a game at AMF Chelsea Piers Lanes.
-One winner will be chosen at our June 16th Father’s Day Breakfast.
-For the other winner:
To enter, simply send an email to contests@mominthecity.com with "Chelsea Piers" in the Subject line. The winner will be chosen on June 13th.
Mom in the City newsletter list members are eligible for the monthly giveaways. (To be added to the newsletter list, email your name, zip code and referral source to kcoleman@mominthecity.com)
