Houston Mommy 101

Callie’s Kids Plant Some Love Free Event Feb. 11

2012-01-25T13:19:00.000-08:00

Callie’s Kids Plant Some Love

Cornelius Voss and Cornelius Dairy Ashford will launch for Valentine gifting! Saturday, Feb. 11, kids ages 5 through 10 can come and go between 10 a.m. and 2 p.m. accompanied by an adult per three children. They will pot a flower or plant and learn about re-using and re-cycling everyday home products and how gardening helps the environment. For more information, visit http://www.calloways.com/plant-some-love-callies-kids-2012

LITTLE ANGELS ABC’s, ANIMALS, and 1,2,3’s, DVD OUT FEBRUARY 14

2012-01-25T13:01:00.000-08:00

LITTLE ANGELS is an animated DVD series and has been created for pre-school aged children to teach practical learning skills like ABCs and numbers. The series is presented in a captivating and entertaining format that will help parents to teach their little angels a big love of learning while also providing hours of fun to enjoy together with exciting DVD extras arriving in DVD February 14.

Featuring a great deal of interactive DVD extras including charming music videos and downloadable activity sheets, plus a downloadable bonus digital copy of each lesson that will allow for learning on the go, the LITTLE ANGELS ABC’s, LITTLE ANGELS ANIMALS, and LITTLE ANGELS 1, 2, 3’s DVDs are a great value moms can feel good about sharing with their little angels. The DVD series is timed perfectly to be available just in time for Valentine’s Day.

Little Angels App

The Little Angels App is currently available on iTunes and features the Daily Prayer – read by Roma Downey with illustrations and interactive scenes from the Little Angels videos. The App also includes games like Uri’s Painting Game where little ones can paint and color images from the Little Angels videos and The Matching Game which will challenge your kids’ memory as they search for the angels hiding behind the clouds.

Little Angels CDs

Inspired by the lessons found on each Little Angel DVD, these 15-song collections contain original songs written and produced by the best-selling team that made Worship Jamz, the #1 selling children’s music in America for three consecutive years. Kids will clap, jump, sing-a-long and smile, and its music that parents can enjoy and join the fun as their children learn valuable life and Biblical lessons.

Each enhanced CD includes four music videos, coloring pages and colorful lyric pages for every song.

Each CD collection also includes song-writing by Roma Downey with vocal and instrumental contributions from Roma's own children. Engaging, educational and faith-affirming, these CDs will be found in music players, cars and portable devices – wherever the children are listening! And many songs will be introduced by a Little Angel DVD audio segment to make the listening experience more fun and engaging.

Little Angels Books

Based on the characters in the Little Angels DVDs, the books feature bright and colorful artwork, entertaining stories, and meaningful lessons. In ANGELS WATCHING OVER US, twins Alex and Zoe are squabbling over whether to swing or play ball. Soon the Angels appear to teach the children the concept of cooperation, and the twins learn that they can have more fun if they work and play together. In THANKFUL FOR GOD’S BLESSINGS, Alex is having a bad day! But when the Angels lead him in a gratitude game, Alex and Zoe learn that they have much to be thankful for and that all of their blessings come from God.

For more about LITTLE ANGELS go to
http://www.facebook.com/romaslittleangels?ref=ts
http://www.littleangels.com

LITTLE ANGELS ABC’s Features

Little Lessons with Roma Downey
Sing-along Music Videos:
- Easy as ABC
- G-H-I, Me Oh My
- Q to the R to the S
- W-X-Y-Z
Downloadable Activity Sheets
Downloadable Digital Copy – for Learning on the Go!
Spanish Language Track

LITTLE ANGELS Animals Features

Little Lessons with Roma Downey
Sing-along Music Videos:
- Adam Gave Them Names
- Noah Built an Ark
- Jonah Was Fish Bait
- Pomegranates, Penguins
Downloadable Digital Copy – for Learning on the Go!
Spanish Language Track

LITTLE ANGELS 123’s Features

Little Lessons with Roma Downey
Sing-along Music Videos:
- Goliath Didn’t Like Rock Music
- Joshua, Get Those Trumpets Blowin’
- Be Sure to Say Thank You
- All You Can Eat Fish Dinner
Downloadable Digital Copy – for Learning on the Go!
Spanish Language Track

Veggie Meals That Boost Your Metabolism!!!

2012-01-25T12:10:00.000-08:00

In my quest to a healthier me and body. I ran across a great article from Fitsugar that boost your metabolism. If you want to help give your metabolism a little boost, Their are tons of great foods you can give a try.Here are some recipes that will keep you feeling full, but will also increase your calorie burn.

Eat Your Breakfast

Why is breakfast the most important meal of the day? Because it jump-starts your metabolism and keeps you energized. Whole grains are one such way to get your engines running, by filling your stomach and slowing digestion.

INGREDIENTS
Dry:
1 c rolled oats
1/2 c raw buckwheat groats
1/4 c almonds, roughly chopped
2 tbsp whole flax seeds
1/2 tsp cinnamon
Wet:
2 tbsp raw almond butter
2-3 tbsp agave syrup (sub maple syrup or honey if you prefer, and how sweet you like your granola)
DIRECTIONS
Preheat oven to 350* and line a baking sheet with parchment paper. Mix all dry ingredients in a big bowl. Heat wet ingredients in a small sauce pan (or in microwave- I don't own one so I use stovetop) until boiling and immediately pour over dry ingredients. Mix with a spoon until dry mixture is completely coated. Pour mixture onto parchment paper and bake for 22 minutes. Take out of oven and let cool for another 15 minutes. Break up granola and keep stored in a glass jar. This makes just a little over 3 cups! Ea with milk, sprinkled over oatmeal, yogurt, fruit...or just straight out of the jar with a spoon

Spice Is Nice

Incorporating spices like like chili, turmeric, and cinnamon to your food is an easy way to add calorie-burning properties to your next meal. Try this vegetarian mango tofu bowl recipe in addition to the spice element, it packs in many elements that will boost metabolism, like apple cider vinegar and protein-packed tofu and quinoa.

INGREDIENTS
Mango sauce:
* 3/4 cup organic apple juice
* 1 mango, pit removed
* 1/4 cup lemon juice
* 1/4 cup coconut water vinegar or apple cider vinegar
* 1/4 cup sunflower oil
* 1/4 cup sugar free ketchup
* 1/4 cup fresh grapefruit juice
* 2 tbsp braggs liquid aminos or soy sauce
* 1-2 jalapenos
* 1/4 tsp Himalayan rock salt
* 1/2 bunch cilantro, chopped
* 3 tbsp filtered water
* 1.5 tbsp arrowroot powder or 1 tbsp corn starch
Veggies + protein
* 2 lbs. boneless skinless chicken, sliced into 1/2-inch thick strips or 2 blocks of GMO free firm tofu, pressed and cut into slices
* 4 medium onions , diced
* 3 cups snow peas
* 2 red peppers, diced small
* 1 tbsp extra virgin coconut oil
High protein rice mix
* 4.5 cups water
* 1.5 cups brown basmati rice
* 1/2 cup red/white quinoa
* 1 tbsp extra virgin coconut oil

DIRECTIONS
To make the sauce: add all ingredients but cilantro, water, and arrowroot in a blender and process until smooth. Transfer to a medium sized saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat, cover and cook for 20minutes. Meanwhile, combine water and arrowroot in a small bowl. Once simmering is complete, add arrowroot mixture and whisk. Cook for 1 minute. Add chopped cilantro and cook for an additional 30 seconds. Remove from heat and set aside.
To make protein: preheat oven to 375F and line a cookie sheet with parchment paper for chicken, or oil for tofu. If you’re cooking a bit of both, you can separate the sheet with a foil wall. Coat the tofu pieces in the mango sauce and bake chicken/tofu for 30-40 minutes until tofu is browning at the corners and/or chicken is cooked through with no pink.
To make veggies: Add coconut oil and onions to a large frying pan [I used cast iron]. Allow to cook for 3 minutes before adding remaining ingredients + 1/3 cup mango sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes.
For the rice mix: Add all ingredients to a rice cooker or large saucepan and cook until soft [about 30 minutes]
Throw it all together, pour some mango sauce on top, and you have yourself a delicious dinner!
Makes 6 rice bowls and ~3 cups of sauce

Warm Me Up

Here's another spicy lunch or dinner idea. In addition to the benefits of metabolism-boosting peppers black bean Chipotle Soup recipe is packed with protein, which has also been proven to aid in boosting metabolism.

Vegetarian Chipotle Black Bean Soup
Follows these instructions to substitute a slow cooker for the Dutch oven in this recipe, decrease water to 3 cups. Cover and cook on high for about six hours, or until beans are tender.

Ingredients
For the soup:
1 tablespoon olive oil
2 medium-size yellow onions, chopped
1 medium-size red bell pepper, chopped
1 medium-size green bell pepper, chopped
5 garlic cloves, minced
4 teaspoons ground cumin
2 bay leaves
1 16-ounce package dried black beans
2 1/2 tablespoons chopped canned chipotle chiles
4 cups water
4 cups vegetable broth (chicken broth can be used as a substitute)
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 teaspoons kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
For the garnish:
1 cup plain nonfat Greek yogurt
1/2 cup chopped seeded plum tomatoes
1/4 cup chopped fresh cilantro
Directions

Heat olive oil in large nonstick skillet over medium-high heat. Add onions and bell peppers and sauté until beginning to brown. Add garlic, bay leaves, and cumin; sauté for just under a minute.
Transfer mixture to 6-quart Dutch oven. Add beans, chipotles, water, and broth. Simmer on stove top until mixture reaches a boil.
Turn off heat, cover, and remove from stove top. Place into the oven and cook at 275°F until beans are very tender, about three hours. Make sure to check on the beans while cooking. If they look to dry, add more broth or water.
Remove Dutch oven from stove and transfer two cups of the bean mixture to blender; puree until smooth. Return puree to Dutch oven. Stir in lime juice, salt, and pepper.
Top each serving with a dollop of yogurt, tomatoes, and cilantro

WARRIOR DASH MARCH 17, 2012

2012-01-04T12:01:00.000-08:00

I'm totally hooked on Warrior Dash. Its a 3.5 mile obstacle course that has 11 different courses to go through. After going through their website. I'm convinced this is the race I want to do . And not only that before and after the Race their is great live entertainment , beer and lots of Food.

What you Get:
Every participant will go home with some sweet gear:

Warrior helmet
Warrior Dash shirt
Custom Warrior Dash medal

WHERE:

Creekside Edge Off-Road Park
13580 Highway 59
Splendora, TX 77372

WHAT:
3.21 hellish miles

Price :

$65 and up until 11:59pm* on Sunday, Jan. 22, 2012
Click HERE to see pricing schedule.

Weight Loss Tools: POLAR WATCH,SPINNING BIKE ,& NIKE TRAINING APP

2012-01-04T10:58:00.000-08:00

Over the holidays I invested in 3 items that I had been eyeing all year long. A spinning bike , polar watch and a Nike Training Club app for my Ipad. They have been pretty much untouched since black Friday. I blame my love of social gatherings and the festive mood I've been since Thanksgiving.Which reallys means I havnt been able to stop eating! But given that I could no longer fit into my favorite jeans and the start of the New year . I had to put my New years Resoultion to full gear. Heres the ups and downs of my xmas gadgets.

1) Polar RS300x SD Running Series Heart Rate Monitor:
For those who want to know speed and distance to aid in performance along with the ability to measure heart rate. Measures heart rate combined speed and distance Train at the right intensity with personal training zones Displays calories burned Tracks latest 16 training sessions and last 16 weeks of training.

Which means in mommy's terms its lets you know how many calories you have burned during your workout. It also lets you track and save your process. Its functions are pretty easy to use. I was lucky during black Friday to pay about $100 for the watch. I totally love its easy functions and waterproof case. its perfect for me and my bust mommy's lifestyle.

2) Spinning Bike:
I love spinning but kept finding it so difficult to work out with two jobs , Madison ballet and Daniel soccer games. So I searched craigslist and was lucky enough to find this great bike. I'm really unsure the make and model of my bike. But yesterday I was able to use both my polar watch and my bike. It was awesome to know I burned 450 calories in an hours time. This is a great and easy workout. I loved that I was able to put the kids to bed and catch up on my Novellas.

3) Nike Training Club App- This application is a great tool if you have access to a ipad or iphone. I love more than anything that it was FREE! Yesterday was my first time using the get Lean Training for Beginners. It was pretty intense. After the warm up . I was sweating. I wasn't able to complete the full 45 minutes. I plan to work myself to that point. But this is a great free tool to get you were you need to be. Its has 4 different goals you can choose from.

My New Obsession ( To Actually Do my Resolution List)

2012-01-03T21:30:00.001-08:00

I know many of us starting the New year start with a New years resolution ..lose weight.. Try harder... Be a better person. But who actually goes through with doing everything you sought out doing and actually sticking with it . In the past I can admit.I've made the pact and have yet to go through with it past a week or so. I wanted this year to be a little different for me. I'm 32 years and have yet to really say "IM DOING THIS !!!! Running marathon or even a race. I admire those who year after year do everything they sought out to do. My sister being one of those people. She always has done everything she always put her mind to. Me .. I'd always have the kids excuse, working or my husband . With really seeing for the first time the life is so short ...do I really want to die without doing anything I really wanted to do my whole life . In saying that I started my year a little different this year . Making a list of not any one resolution but 10 . This list is really of things that I always talked about doing but could never get around doing or starting.

New years resolution:

1) Lose 20 pounds and build lean muscle.
Returning to my High school weight has been something I've talked about for years. I've been a roller coaster year after year , diet after diet but yet to fell every time. I've already made a committed . I've already taken some measures to making that goal. I'll will be posting my entries has my weight goes which leads me to my next resolution on my list.
2)Growing my blog with entries almost everyday and getting a greater reader and Blog followers. My content may change or things may be added.Has health and beauty are a big thing for me this year. Given that I had been a at home mommy for the last 3-5 years . Shopping and Shoes have been become an Obsession.
3)Becoming a better follower through the lords eyes !
4)Give more of my time for a needful cause and have my children do the same.
5)Run a marathon or race ..anything !
6) Sky Dive !
7) SWIM in a pool, learn different stokes and do tons of laps.
8)Write a book
9) Travel.... anywhere!!
10) LIVE EACH DAY WITHOUT ANY REGETS OF WHAT I DID AND WISH I SHOULD HAVE DONE !

KIDS EAT FREE AT IKEA THRU JAN. 1st

2011-12-31T12:35:00.000-08:00

KIDS EAT FREE!

Choose one kid’s combo meal ($2.49 value). Offer valid Monday, December 26, 2011 – Sunday, January 1, 2012.

Limit one meal per child per visit. No adult purchase necessary. Kids under 12 only. Child must be present. Offer not valid at IKEA Home Shopping. Kids meal options may differ at IKEA Carson. Please see your local IKEA store for details.

The Coca Cola & Walmart Winner Is.........

2011-12-25T19:12:00.000-08:00

Thank You to all whom entered the The Coca Cola & Walmart Giveaway ..

And the winner of

Prize pack.

To spread awareness:·

(1) $50 Walmart gift card for all your holiday needs·

(3) Coca-Cola Polar bear ornaments to help raise awareness for Arctic home cause·

(1) 4-sets of collectible arctic glasses·

(1) polar bear winter hat

Is CW .

Ill be contacting you for your mailing information.

WE BOUGHT A ZOO : A MUST SEE FAMILY MOVIE

2011-12-20T09:35:00.000-08:00

WE BOUGHT A ZOO is a funny, inspiring and true story about the magical power of family to persevere in the face of extraordinary challenges. This is acclaimed filmmaker Cameron Crowe’s (Jerry Maguire) first motion picture for all audiences, and stars Matt Damon, Scarlett Johansson and Thomas Haden Church. Damon portrays a single dad who, looking to give his family a much needed fresh start, moves to a home situated in the middle of a zoo, which he and his two children will attempt to bring back to its once glorious state. The film weaves together warmth, laughter and a spirit of optimism that is perfect for the holiday season.

Coca-Cola & Walmart Bring Home Happiness this Holiday Season: GIVEAWAY $50 Walmart Giftcard

2011-12-20T09:21:00.000-08:00

This hoilday season, in support of Coca-Cola’s Arctic Home awareness campaign, Coca-Cola and Walmart are teaming up to help you bring home happiness with exclusive 28 packs of Coke sold only at participating Walmart locations (while supplies last), and a fabulous hourly Walmart instant win through My Coke Rewards. Purchase is not required to enter, but you must be a My Coke Rewards member. Membership is free but you must be a legal resident of one of the 50 U.S. states (or DC) and be at least 13 years of age. Details and full rules are found at ArcticHome.com/Walmart.

Start your hoilday off right with 28 packs of Coke, sold only at Walmart and enter an instant win contest for a Walmart gift card to put towards adding happiness to your home . With purchase of the 28pack, Walmart and Coke fans can visit Arctic Home to be entered for a chance to win a $100 Walmart gift card. One will be given away every hour December 5th through December 31st. The packs are already available in many Walmart locations! Together, through the Arctic home campaign, Coca-Cola and the World Wildlife Fund are raising awareness and funds to protect the polar bear’s Arctic habitat. Coke is making an initial $2 million donation to WWF. Using codes from packaging of specially marked holiday Coca-Cola cans, anyone can donate to the cause by text or online (ArcticHome.com) and Coke will match donations made by March 15th 2012 up to another $1 million.

Walmart will also be featuring exclusive Coca-Cola Arctic Home Holiday Orb Bottles for $1. Walmart is the only place you can purchase an exclusive Coca-Cola Arctic home 28 pack.

To help bring awareness to this important campaign, Coke and Walmart are offering one lucky winner this Coca-Cola prize pack.

To spread awareness:

· (1) $50 Walmart gift card for all your holiday needs

· (3) Coca-Cola Polar bear ornaments to help raise awareness for Arctic home cause

· (1) 4-sets of collectible arctic glasses

· (1) polar bear winter hat

This is a flash giveaway and will end 11:59 PM December 24st for US residents!
To enter Giveaway. You must do either of the following:

1 entry – follow my blog
1 entry – follow my blog with Google Friend Connect
1 entry – leave a comment

This prize was provided by The Coca-Cola Company. The Coca-Cola Company is not a sponsor, administrator or connected in any other way with this instant win.

DIY Friendship Bracelet

2011-12-12T11:58:00.000-08:00

Here's a friendship bracelet DIY from Honestly WTF. Its step by step tutorial on the classic chevron pattern is a breeze . This is a great DIY Xmas gift for those special friends that you may have.

You’ll need:
embroidery thread
a safety pin or tape
a pair of scissors

How to Make a Sunburst Mirror

2011-12-12T11:06:00.000-08:00

Our Friend over at The nester shows us how to make a Great Sunburst Mirror on a budget. I love this great tutorial .

Rose Cake Tutorial

2011-12-12T10:45:00.000-08:00

I've been in baker mode since Thanksgiving and was lucky enough to find this great tutorial on a Rose cake . Its has great pictures on the Hows do. Which is always helpful for me and more motivating to get me going . Please head toward are friend at i am baker for this great visual tutorial and more great baking tutorials.

Ice at Discovery Green

2011-12-12T09:57:00.000-08:00

St. Joseph Medical Center's Ice at Discovery Green presented by Houston Chronicle and Momentum Luxury Auto Group

Ice skating returns to Downtown Houston this holiday season. Lace up your skates and get ready for a memorable winter experience! Visit www.discoverygreen.com/ice for the schedule of movies, music and special events during the winter season.

Hours

Open daily to the public Thursday, November 24, 2011 through Sunday, January 22, 2012.
*Public hours on 12/10 11 am - 8 pm
*Public hours on 12/11 11 am - 3 pm

Admission
• General: $10 plus tax, includes skate rental (note: double runner skates available for toddlers) • 10 Punch Discount Pass: $84 plus tax, includes skate rental
• Season Pass: $124 plus tax, includes skate rental
• IKEA FAMILY Discount: $2 off Thursdays, must present IKEA FAMILY card

Hard Rock Cafe's 40th Anniversary $4 Rockin' Meal

2011-12-12T09:48:00.000-08:00

Hard Rock Cafe is giving any Legendary Burger, fries, and a 20 oz. Pepsi beverage is just $4 for its 40th Anniversary. Deal apples to the first 400,000 to register online deal.

Crayola Crayons 24 pk $0.25 at Toys r Us

2011-11-04T11:51:00.000-07:00

Toys R Us has Crayola Crayons 24 pk. on sale 4/$1 through tomorrow (11/5).

Free Photos Prints & Calender @ Walgreen

2011-11-04T11:27:00.000-07:00

What a Great offer!

Walgreen's is giving you Free 25 4x6 prints and a free Desktop Calender. Sign Up HERE

Veterans Enjoy a Free Grand Slam

2011-11-03T21:42:00.001-07:00

All Veteran's enjoy a Free Grand Slam Nov. 11 .

Baskin Robbins Review

2011-11-03T16:57:00.001-07:00

Preview test

Whole Food Halloween Events

2011-10-28T10:54:00.000-07:00

Happy Halloween!

Eat, drink and be scary! With Halloween creeping up on us, candy’s lurking around every corner. This year, why not pick a tasty treat without the spooky ingredients? Toss aside that highly processed, trick-or-treat booty and surprise your neighborhood ghosts and ghouls with these super natural (and dangerously tasty) alternatives from Whole Foods Market. And without any artificial additives, colorings or sweeteners – the trick’s on them!

EnviroKidz - Bar Crispy Rice Peanut Chocolate Drizzle Organic Halloween Pack: Eat candy for a cause with these organic, gluten-free and low fat treats. A percentage of product sales goes toward endangered species and habitat conservation. Verified to meet rigorous GMO avoidance practices by the Non-GMO Project Verification Program.

Annie’s Organic Bunny Fruit Snacks (in Berry Patch and Summer Strawberry) –These tasty, vegan gummies are naturally fat-and-gluten-free and made with real fruit juice for growing goblins.

Synders of Hanover – Pretzel Halloween Snack Set (24 little packs of bite-size bits): These fun pretzel nuggets come in a bright jack-o-lantern bag, making it a fun, healthy swap for picky eaters. Fat-free and sugar-free, this snack is no trick.

Endangered Species Halloween Treats: These batty candies soar above the traditional chocolate bars. These all-natural milk and dark chocolate options will have kids howling for more.

Be a smart pumpkin and try out one of these spook-tacular treats from Whole Foods Market. Please let me know if I can send any samples your way!

Halloween Events at Whole Foods Market

From Halloween costume contests, spooky tastings, face painting, pumpkin decorating, and a store pumpkin carving contest– we have something for everyone! Come out to any of our Houston or Sugar Land Stores on Saturday, October 29 from 12-2 for some extra brouhaha!

Whole Foods Market in-store Tasting and More Events

2011-10-28T10:48:00.000-07:00

Houston: Uncorked!

All Houston and Sugar Land stores will host an in-store tasting of festive, yet frugal winter wines

Whole Foods Market in-store Tasting of Top 10 Holiday Wines
Whole Foods Market Houston and Sugar Land stores invite shoppers and wine enthusiasts to participate in Houston: Uncorked on Wednesday, Nov. 2 at 7 p.m. We will be uncorking this year’s best finds from around the world that offer the perfect pairings for holiday festivities, all priced under $15.

Featured Top 10 Holiday Wines include:
Toso Brut Sparkling
(under $10)

· Benziger Sauvignon Blanc
(under $13)
Chat Grand-Claret Bordeaux Rouge
(Under $11)
Cupcake Chardonnay
(Under $10)

· Don & Sons Sonoma Coast Pinot Noir
(Under $14)

· Earthstone Sonoma County Merlot
(under $9)

· Innovación Malbec-Tempranillo
(under $10 for 1L)

All Houston and Sugar Land stores will pop the cork on our Top 10 Holiday Wines on Wednesday, November 2 at 7 p.m. CT. Shoppers are invited to taste and learn about this season’s festive, yet frugal wines.

Wednesday, November 2, from 7:00 – 7:30 p.m. CT

All Houston and Sugar Land Whole Foods Market Stores

Wine photos available at http://wholefoodsmarket.com/pressroom/photo-gallery/?album=72&gallery=147

Healthy Holiday Tips

Trying to stick to your healthy eating plan is tough during the holidays—especially with all of grandma’s sinfully delicious family recipes—but Whole Foods Market has tips and tricks that can help you stay trim during the holidays without sacrificing all of the trimmings.

Gwen Marzano, from the company’s Health Starts Here program can discuss healthier versions of traditional favorites to mix in with your meals and simple tips in the kitchen to cut back on fat and calories without feeling deprived.

- Healthy twists on traditional faves:

o Green Beans with Pecan & Clementine Dressing

o Brussels Sprouts with Apples & Shallots

o Especially Good Sweet Potatoes

o Butternut Squash Soup

o Pumpkin Pecan Cookies

- Tiny tweaks to cut back on calories and increase intake of whole foods:

o Creating dressings and sauces without oil

o Substituting dates and whole fruit sweeteners for sugar

o Choosing whole grains and sprouted grain breads for sides, stuffings, etc.

o Using applesauce in place of oils for baking

o Saute onions without oil

o Using herbs and spices to amp up flavor instead of butter

o Non-dairy milk for creams and sauces

Healthy Holiday Events at Whole Foods Market

Quality Worth Sharing

Saturday, November 5th from 1-4

(All Whole Food Market Stores in Houston & Sugar Land)

Give yourself the gift of good health this holiday season! Learn quality tips and tricks at any Whole Foods Market Houston or Sugar Land stores that can help you stay trim during the holidays without sacrificing all of the trimmings. Sample healthier versions of traditional favorites from our Health Starts Here program. Also taste our annual Top 10 Holiday Wines, all priced under $15.

Save Up to 70% At Banana Republic Outlet

2011-10-27T13:49:00.000-07:00

Houston SPCA’s iWALK for Animals

2011-10-27T13:42:00.000-07:00

Houston SPCA’s iWALK for Animals Supports Animal Protection & Rescue in Greater Houston

Animal lovers urged to “walk where you are” on Sunday, Nov 6. at Sunset

WHO & WHAT

The Houston SPCA invites animal lovers from across Houston and around the globe to “walk where you are” on Sunday, Nov. 6 as part of the first-ever iWALK for Animals. To aid the voiceless victims of animal cruelty and neglect, the Houston SPCA aims to raise $350,000 through this new initiative. Walkers who raise $100 will receive an original iWALK for Animals t-shirt. Registration and fundraising tips are available at www.iwalkforanimals.org.

To show their support for animals of all kinds, participants are encouraged to gather on Nov. 6 at sunset with friends, family and pets in their own neighborhood, at a Houston park or anywhere they choose to support animal protection and rescue in Greater Houston.

WHEN & WHERE

“Walk where you are” on Sunday, Nov. 6 at sunset with family and friends

WHY

The Houston SPCA, founded in 1924, is Houston’s first and largest animal protection organization and shelter. Its mission is to promote a commitment to and respect for all animals and to free them from suffering, abuse and exploitation. Every year, the Houston SPCA helps more than 100,000 abused and neglected animals, and the demand for its services continues to grow. A private, non-profit organization, the Houston SPCA is funded entirely through private donations.

Cornelius Nurseries " CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE NOV. 4-5 "

2011-10-27T13:26:00.000-07:00

CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE NOV. 4-5

Cornelius Nurseries will host artists and authors;

demonstrate how-to make bows, wreaths; showcase

themed trees from “Central Park” with red cardinals

to “Mrs. Claus Kitchen” with sugar plums from 12 noon

-7 p.m. on Friday, Nov. 4; 10 a.m. – 7 p.m. on Saturday,

Nov. 5. Cornelius 1200 N. Dairy Ashford and 2233 S. Voss Road.

For details http://www.calloways.com/openhouse

CiCi Grand Opening " 100 1st Guests Can Receive a Free Buffet"

2011-10-27T12:58:00.000-07:00

CiCi’s Pizza will host a grand opening in West Spring Branch Area of Houston on Monday, Oct. 31 at 11 a.m. The new restaurant will offer several enticing incentives for guests during the grand opening.

The first 100 guests to purchase an adult buffet on opening day will receive a free pizza buffet each month for a year

Hundreds of wallets will be dropped in the area for residents to find with a free buffet coupon tucked inside

Guests will enjoy the adult buffet for $5.49 and the 15” one-topping carryout pizzas for just $7.99

CiCi’s Pizza, home of the $5.49 endless pizza buffet, announces the opening of its new location in the West Spring Branch area of Houston on Oct. 31. Area residents should be on the lookout for hundreds of wallets that CiCi’s will drop with a coupon for a free buffet meal tucked inside.

The 3,500 square-foot restaurant at 10086 Long Point Rd. in Oak Village shopping center will open at 11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 31. With its endless buffet packed with 20 different pizzas and pasta, soup, salad and oven-baked desserts. The first 100 guests to purchase an adult buffet on opening day will receive a free pizza buffet each month for a year.

Tony Eisermann an experienced CiCi’s operator with multiple locations in Texas, Maryland and Virginia, has opened three CiCi’s in the Houston area during the past month.

“The new CiCi’s Pizza in West Spring Branch not only provides new jobs, but is also a family-friendly environment for residents to enjoy great food at an outstanding value,” said Eisermann. “I look forward to providing residents in the community with a fully stocked buffet that offers a wide variety of pizzas to please any family.”

5 Tips " How To Find A Job That Fits Your Life "

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How To Find A Job That Fits Your Life

Five Tips from Mom Corps Houston President Meera Naehr

While the economy has taken a toll on the job market, it has also forced companies and employees to re-evaluate how they work. Flexibility has been placed at the forefront of this change. As a result, companies have begun to offer flexible work schedules, shortened work-weeks and telecommuting options in lieu of bonuses and raises. Employees have turned to freelance, contract, and even intern positions in place of full-time traditional jobs. In short, the market is changing.

Mom Corps was founded on the principle that there is a huge pool of untapped talent among qualified professionals who have left the traditional workforce because they could not find the balance they needed to manage career with life and family. Now that more flexible options exist, many of these people would like to return to the workforce, but don’t know how.

Houston Mom Corps President Meera Naehr has created a list of five tips to help individuals looking for a career change, more flexibility in their professional lives, or simply needing to go back to work.

#1 Be Prepared

Show employers that you are ready to work. Update your resume, have a modern wardrobe, and be prepared to explain any gaps in employment. Identify your industry specific and transferable skills and don’t forget skills honed through volunteer service. Also be sure to thoroughly research your prospective employers.

#2 Address Flexibility

Don’t be shy about being upfront about your must-have flexibility needs. Be specific about why you need flexibility in your position and consider saving your “nice to have” requests until after you have proven yourself to your employer.

#3 Redefine Your Success

Just because you left the job market at a certain level does not mean you need to return at that same level. Many lower-level jobs offer more flexibility and less stress. Tell employers if you are open to a lower-level job and that you do not consider yourself overqualified.

#4 Think Small

Oftentimes larger companies do not have the ability to be flexible. Smaller companies tend to be more open to alternative staffing situations and jump at the opportunity to save money by hiring someone with more experience to work part-time.

#5 Tell Your Friends

You never know who within your own network might have the right connections to your dream job. Tell people when you start your job search. You can also expand your contact circle by attending networking events and meetings. Be sure your Linkedin profile is up to date and always pay forward any leads you receive.

Naehr also recommends interested candidates sign up with Mom Corps at http://www.momcorps.com where they can easily upload their resume and receive email updates with job opportunities.

About Mom Corps Houston President Meera Naehr

Meera Naehr launched Mom Corps Houston in May of 2011. Prior to Mom Corps, Naehr focused her career in finance. Most recently, she was Vice President in the Global Commodities group at Bank of America Merrill Lynch. Her impressive professional background, combined with Mom Corps' expertise is a winning combination for both local job seekers looking for flexible work arrangements and companies interested in tapping into a unique talent pool. Naehr earned her MBA degree from Rice University and holds a BS in Biomedical & Electrical Engineering from Duke University. She resides in Bellaire, Texas with her husband and two children.

About Mom Corps

Launched in 2005 by Allison O’Kelly, a CPA, Harvard MBA and working mother of three boys, Mom Corps specializes in matching leading companies with high-caliber professionals looking for alternative work arrangements. An industry leader in the flexible employment market, its mission is two-fold: 1) provide organizations direct access to a previously untapped market segment of exceptional talent—professionals who have opted out of the traditional workplace, and 2) enable professionals to work in their respective fields while simultaneously meeting familial needs and responsibilities and work preferences. For more information, please visit www.momcorps.com.

Baby Planner Shenequa Aranda Hosts" Moms Night Out"

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With the Holidays rapidly approaching, many parents will be traveling with their babies for the first time.Whether visiting family during the holidays, going away for a vacation, or traveling for business .
Parents need to learn the tricks, insights and the best products to make traveling simpler when there is an infant or toddler in tow.
Premier Baby Planning founder/owner Shenequa Aranda (http://premierbabyplanning.com/ will host

the Mom's Night Out event.The evening will include catered dinner, a wealth of information and nearly $1000 in raffle prizes will be given away. Each mom will also take home a bag of product samples. The class itself will educate parents on techniques and products for traveling with infants and toddlers.

This class will be held on Thursday evening, November 3 at the St. Joseph

Women’s Medical Center on Crawford Street in downtown Houston. The class will run
from 7 – 9 p.m. and will include dinner catered by Luby’s.
Classes are two hours long and are $45 if you sign up online and $50 at the door. Register at http://premierbabyplanning.com/havebabylovetravel

“There are some pretty important tips to be shared about getting through the screening process at airports with all the paraphernalia required to make an infant or
small child comfortable while in an airplane,” said Dana Aldridge, RN, childbirth
educator and outreach coordinator for St. Joseph. “You’ll learn what is really necessary
to have with you, tips on safety and hygiene, and learn not only information for
airlines, but for hotels and cars as well.”

St. Joseph Women’s Medical Center is the first women’s maternity hospital in
Houston, having delivered hundreds of thousands of Houstonians in its 125 year
history. For more information on the private rooms and suites that are available for
childbirth, please visit www.sjmctx.com. The St. Joseph Medical Center complex is
located on eight blocks in downtown Houston with easy access to Highway 59, I-45,
288 and I-10. To find a physician, please call 713.757.7575.

Books for Halloween

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Books for Halloween

Halloween jack-o'-lanterns

by Kathryn Stevens
It's a jack-o'-lantern! Find out the origin of jack-o'-lanterns, how did Halloween get started, why do we have jack-o'-lanterns on Halloween, and more!

Los gatos black on Halloween

by Marisa Montes

Easy to read, rhyming text about Halloween night incorporates Spanish words, from las brujas riding their broomsticks to los monstruos whose monstrous ball is interrupted by a true horror.

The Halloween Kid

by Rhode Montijo
The brave and trusty Halloween Kid saves trick-or-treaters from a crowd of sweet-stealing Goodie Goblins.

AlphaOops! H is for Halloween

by Alethea Kontis

While putting on a Halloween pageant, the alphabet mixes things up with some spooky, and funny, results.

And Then Comes Halloween

by Tom Brenner
When nighttime creeps closer to suppertime and the sky is that certain deep blue, then it's time to get ready for Halloween!

Scary, Scary Halloween

by Eve Bunting
A band of trick-or-treaters and a mother cat and her kittens spend a very scary Halloween.

Rotten Ralph's Trick or Treat!

by Jack Gantos
Sarah's rotten cat Ralph goes to a Halloween costume party dressed as her and creates horrible mischief under the protection of his disguise.

Cliffords Halloween/Clifford y el dí de Halloween (Spanish)

by Norman Bridwell
Clifford is an enormous red dog who dressed as a ghost last Halloween; what will his costume be this year?

Halloween (Spanish)

by Jennifer Blizin Gillis
Presents background information on the origins and traditions of customs related to the celebration of Halloween, translated into Spanish.

HOUSTON COMMUNITY EVENTS

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OPEN MONDAY, OCT. 31, from 4 to 8 p.m.

Dance to the fangtastic sounds of an undead DJ, enjoy safe trick-or-treating, plus much more! Our Happy Halloween Mansion will have special hours from 4 to 8 p.m. on Monday, Oct. 31. Don't miss the Halloween Spooktacular - the ultimate Halloween party for kids!

Check out what's happening this week and on Halloween at the Children’s Museum of Houston!

Whip up a Fruity Smoothie in Seconds.

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1. Strawberry-Banana Blend 1 banana, 1 cup strawberries, 1/2 cup each vanilla yogurt and milk, 2 teaspoons honey, a pinch of cinnamon and 1 cup ice.

3. Strawberry Shortcake Blend 2 cups strawberries, 1 cup crumbled pound cake, 1 1/2 cups each milk and ice, and sugar to taste. Top with whipped cream and more strawberries.

4. Triple-Berry Blend 1 1/2 cups mixed blackberries, strawberries and raspberries with 1 cup each milk and ice, and sugar to taste.
5. Raspberry-Orange Blend 1 cup each orange juice and raspberries, 1/2 cup plain yogurt, 1 cup ice, and sugar to taste.
6. Peach-Mango-Banana Blend 1 cup each chopped fresh or frozen peaches and mango, 1 cup each plain yogurt and ice, 1/2 banana, and sugar to taste.

7. Honeydew-Almond Blend 2 cups chopped honeydew melon, 1 cup each almond milk and ice, and honey to taste.

8. Cantaloupe Blend 2 cups chopped cantaloupe, the juice of 1/2 lime, 3 tablespoons sugar, 1/2 cup water and 1 cup ice.

9. Carrot-Apple Blend 1 cup each carrot juice and apple juice with 1 1/2 cups ice.
10. Spa Cucumber Peel, seed and chop 2 medium cucumbers. Blend with the juice of 1 lime, 1/2 cup water, 1 cup ice and 3 to 4 tablespoons sugar or honey.

The Vaccine Clinic Offers $10 Shots

2011-10-20T12:00:00.001-07:00

The Vaccine Clinic
The Vaccine Clinic offers vaccines for $10 per child (without Medicaid), no matter how many shots are needed.

HCHD's Troubleshooters Program Offering $3 Immunizations, $5 Seasonal Flu Shots

2011-10-20T11:56:00.000-07:00

The Harris County Hospital District’s Troubleshooters Program is offering $3 immunizations and $5 seasonal flu shots throughout November for children two months to 18 years of age. At this time, H1N1 influenza vaccines are not included.

To receive immunizations, a parent must be present with the child’s shot record. All shots will be given based on availability.

Schedule
(All times are 9 a.m. to 1 p.m., unless otherwise noted)

Sunday, Nov. 1, George R. Brown Convention Center, 1001 Avenida de Las Americas, noon-4 p.m.
Monday, Nov. 2, Ser Ninos Charter School, 5815 Alder, Houston, TX 77081
Thursday, Nov. 5, Southwest Multicenter, 6400 High Star, Houston, TX 77074
Friday, Nov. 6, Spring High School, 19428 I-45, Spring, TX 77373
Monday, Nov. 9, Almatha Clark Taylor Clinic, 14002 Bandera, Houston, TX 77015
Tuesday, Nov. 10, Thurgood Marshall Elementary, 6200 Winfield, Houston, TX 77050
Wednesday, Nov. 11, Channelview ISD, 828 Sheldon, Channelview, TX 77530
Thursday, Nov. 12, Kipp Southwest, 9634 Mesa Houston, TX 77078
Friday, Nov. 13, HEB, 3111 Woodridge, Houston, TX 77087, 10 a.m.-2 p.m.
Monday, Nov. 16, C.E. King High School, 8540 C.E. King, Houston, TX 77044
Tuesday, Nov. 17, Richey Elementary, 610 S. Richey, Pasadena, TX 77506
Wednesday, Nov. 18, First Filipino American United Methodist Church, 8603 S. Kirkwood, Houston, TX 77099
Friday, Nov. 20, Greenspoint Mall, 12300 N. Freeway, Houston, TX 77060, noon-4 p.m.
Monday, Nov. 23, San Jacinto Elementary, 2615 Virginia, Baytown, TX 77520

EVgo™ Presents Scream on the Green at Discovery Green

2011-10-20T11:31:00.000-07:00

Saturday, October 29, 2011
6 - 10 pm

This annual citywide Halloween celebration and costume contest is THE Halloween party for the whole family. Ghouls and ghosts will be lurking

Scream on the Green Walking Tree costume at Discovery Green, Houston, Texas

around downtown on Halloween at Discovery Green.

IKEA Houston's Screen at the Scream!

Addams Family - scary 60's fun tv series
The Nightmare Before Christmas (1993, 75 min. PG)

Activities include:

Costume contests for adults, children, babies and even dogs.

The best Addams Family costume (Gomez, Morticia, Wednesday, Pugsley, Uncle Fester, Grandmama, Lurch and Cousin Itt…) wins VIP tickets to the Broadway smash hit musical comedy THE ADDAMS FAMILY, coming to the Hobby Center January 10-15.

DJ and Dancing
Café Scary-oke with KPFT
Tricks and Treats to sample and buy
Fortune Tellers
Caricature Artists
Living Statues
Mad Science fun
Magicians

Art Carts at Discovery Green

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Art Carts at Discovery Green

Park visitors can enjoy many games and activities on the south side of the park, including bocce, a putting green, shuffleboard, horseshoes and chess.

Games are FREE and available from one of the park's Art Carts on Saturdays & Sundays between 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. (weather permitting - Valid I.D. or Drivers License is required to use equipment). HPL Express also provides FREE recreational equipment Fridays-Sundays, noon-5pm with Valid I.D.

Enjoy these activities at the following venues:

Carruth Foundation Bocce Courts
The Hagstette Family Putting Green
Trini's Shuffleboard Court
Jones Lawn

Discovery Green Flea

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Treasure-hunt at this monthly, one-of-a-kind market nestled in the shady southeast end of the downtown park. The destination market features an array of artful kitsch, vintage items, mid-century modern furniture, recycled and repurposed items and collectibles.

Discovery Green Flea is irresistible to the avid shopper! Whether you are a bargain hunter or an eco-sensitive collector dedicated to repurposing and reusing, seek and find at Discovery Green Flea while enjoying light bites and local entertainment. With the planning expertise of Project for Public Spaces and our new friends at Brooklyn Flea, Discovery Green Flea is the place to see (buy and eat) and be seen.

WHEN & WHERE:
Publish Post

Grace Event Lawn

Saturdays, noon - 6 pm

September 17
October 15
November 19
December 17

FREE BIRTHDAY BITES AT PRETZELMAKER

2011-10-20T10:32:00.000-07:00

Were celebrating our 20th Birthday today at Memorial City Mall! All October birthdays get a FREE Birthday Bites!! {Share this link with everyone you know that has an October birthday}

October 23 2011 Halloween Party @ CVS Customer Event

2011-10-20T10:21:00.000-07:00

Join CVS on Sunday, October 23 for our 2011 Halloween Party and Customer Event!
Children in costume will receive a free Halloween gift pack and complimentary photo with any purchase on October 23, 2011 at all CVS/pharmacy locations, while supplies last. The gift pack includes $5 value of candy, toys, trick or treat safety items and $10 in coupons for additional Halloween products! The gift pack also includes a free 5X7 photo, supported by an in-store costume photo shoot.

Make CVS/pharmacy your destination for Halloween!

2011 GREEN SCREAM IN HOUSTON

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SUPERNANNY NOW CASTING HOUSTON FAMILY

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AMERICA’S SUPERNANNY NOW CASTING

Families must apply NOW for Lifetime’s all new AMERICA’s SUPERNANNY!

The well-known cable network, Lifetime, is launching the all-new unscripted series America’s Supernanny, marking the first true U.S. version of the hit global format that will feature a NEW American homegrown nanny.

The producers of Lifetime’s parenting series AMERICA’S SUPERNANNY are currently casting families in need of parenting solutions. Casting producers are searching the country to find ordinary and extraordinary families ready to gain control of their households. No matter the challenge, from toddlers to teens, Supernanny can help. Parents interested in applying for the show are encouraged to apply by emailing the casting department at Supernanny@shedmediaus.com and provide the reason why you need a visit from Supernanny along with a recent family photo. Anonymous referrals are also accepted!

Producers want families from every type of background who are ready for the opportunity of a lifetime—a visit from America’s New Supernanny!

Download the application at www.shedmediaus.com or contact the Casting Team directly at: supernanny@shedmediaus.com or 877-NANNY-TIME

Baskin-Robbins Announces Cake Bites

2011-10-19T12:19:00.000-07:00

Mini desserts are one of the biggest food trends of 2011 and Baskin-Robbins newest product Cake Bites is right in line with this trend. Cake Bites are elegantly decorated miniature desserts that marry cake and ice cream into one mini dessert - reminiscent of French petit fours. Enrobed in decadent white and dark chocolate, ganache and caramel drizzle—Cake Bites are the perfect treat indulgent treat for one or to server guests while entertaining this holiday season.

Ice cream and dessert fanatics can purchase at any one of the 18 Houston area stores, they are time savers when in need of a delicious dessert but also want to impress guests. These desserts pair well with coffee, hot chocolate or wine.

Cake Bites are available now and can be purchased individually or in a mix-n-match 4-pack. They cost $2.99 (SRP) for a single Cake Bite or $9.99 (SRP) for a box of 4. Cake Bites come in the following flavors:

Double Chocolate – Chocolate ice cream over chocolate cake, enrobed with chocolate ganache and finished with a chocolate accent.
Praline Caramel – Pralines ‘n Cream ice cream over white cake enrobed with white chocolate ganache and finished with caramel drizzle and chopped pralines.
Chocolate Mint – Mint Chocolate Chip ice cream over chocolate cake, enrobed with chocolate ganache and finished with white chocolate drizzle.
Vanilla Blondie – Vanilla ice cream over white cake, enrobed with white chocolate ganache and finished with chocolate accent.

Please visit www.baskinrobbins.com/storelocator to find your local store. Become a fan on the Facebook fan page or follow @BaskinRobbins on Twitter.

CiCi’s Pizza Newest Houston Location on October 17

2011-10-19T12:01:00.000-07:00

CiCi’s Pizza, home of the $5.49 endless pizza buffet, announces the opening of its newest Houston restaurant.

The 3,500 square-foot store opened at 11 a.m. on Monday, Oct. 17. It is located at 11741 Eastex Freeway in the Mount Houston Square shopping center, with its endless buffet packed with 20 different pizzas and pasta, soup, salad and oven-baked desserts.

“CiCi’s is an affordable option for Houston families, providing great value and service that’s hard to find elsewhere,” said Eisermann. “We look forward to providing guests with another convenient location to enjoy CiCi’s wide variety of pizzas, pasta and more.”

Coppell, Texas-based CiCi’s, one of the nation’s fastest growing pizza chains, makes each pizza by hand using fresh dough, with sauce prepared in small batches with a special blend of herbs and seasonings and crisp vegetables. Guests who don’t see their favorite pizza fresh and hot on the buffet can just ask and CiCi’s will make it on the spot and bring it straight from the oven to the table.

In addition to the hundreds of pizza combinations that can be created by traditional toppings, CiCi’s also serves a variety of specialty pizzas, including its Philly Cheesesteak Pizza. The Philly Cheesesteak is made on traditional hand-stretched crust with Philly Cheese Sauce, grilled sliced beef and topped with red onion and green bell peppers. Guests will also find the famous Macaroni & Cheese, the Mexican Pizza Olé and Spinach Alfredo pizzas. All pizzas are available to-go and 15” one-topping carryout pizzas are priced at just $7.99.

Hours of operation for dine-in and carryout are Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m.

What Not to Wear is Now CASTING in Houston!

2011-10-15T11:10:00.001-07:00

TLC’s What Not to Wear is coming to Houston, TX and we need YOU to nominate a female friend, family member or co-worker whose wardrobe is screaming for a complete transformation! Is there someone you know who is an EXTREME fashion disaster? Does she consistently illicit gasps or stares of disbelief when they see her kooky style? Now is your chance to help her score a $5,000 new wardrobe and professional makeover.

We will be setting up top secret interviews with candidates we receive from the area very soon. You must use the nomination form below and send it back with pictures of the person you are nominating as soon as possible for her to be considered. Please keep in mind we are looking for women whose current wardrobes are SHOCKING… in a bad way!!!

Nominations must remain a secret from the person being nominated!

To nominate someone for the show please send the following info to:

mgriffin@bbcnyproduction.com

-Name of Nominee:
-Her Age:
-Size:
-Height:
-Marital Status:
-Occupation:
-Home location:
-Describer her personality:
-Why should our show help her when she hasn't bothered to help herself?
(Hint: lack of money or self-esteem is NOT the answer we are looking for)
-Describe her style in full detail:
-At least 4 pictures that illustrate her bad style (must show her clothing—no costumes!)
-Nominator’s (you!) name and contact information:

Be sure to include photographs that display her terrible style. We must be convinced by these photos!!

Visit the website:

For fashion before and after photos visit the official Web site of “WHAT NOT TO WEAR” at www.discovery.com and click on TLC. More then 10,000 people per month are nominated by their friends and family members through the Web.

Discount Tickets to GlamShop Houston October 19

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GlamShop is hosting Wednesday, October 19 at Momentum BMW SW at 10002 Southwest Freeway the 2X-annual fashion extravaganza.
Offering discount shopping, free cocktails, music, and fun from 5 pm – 9 pm.

Use exclusive promo code houstonmommy at http://glamshop4.eventbrite.com

checkout to save $6.

Thanks to the GlamShop for this great offer!!!

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Nature Discovery Center

7112 Newcastle Street
Bellaire, TX 77401

Come visit our 18th Annual Pumpkin Patch at the Nature Discovery Center. You and your family can come pick out the perfect pumpkin for your front porch, enjoy kid's games and moonbounces in a carnival atmosphere, and more! Older kids can test their climbing skills on a rock climbing wall attraction. This annual festival is a great, safe place for family fun, food, and games - and the pumpkins on the lawn provide great photo opportunities.

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Korean Festival at Discovery Green

Discovery Green, 1500 Mckinney Ave. Houston, TX 77010

Have you seen the traditional Korean dress hanbok? Come to enjoy a traditional Korean fashion show with a contemporary touch at the 2011 Korean Festival! We’ve also got everything else you want to know about Korea! Korean American Society of Houston (KASH) will host the third annual Korean festival on Saturday, October 22nd at Discovery Green. This one-day event, sponsored by North Freeway Hyundai, will bring South Korea’s classic and modern culture and beauty halfway around the globe to the heart of downtown Houston. This year’s theme is The Sights of Korea. We are featuring a hanbok fashion show that will bring you the authentic visual enjoyment. We will also provide information on touring Korea, and bring you contemporary and traditional performances by renowned Korean artists. Contemporary performers include: Clara Chung, a popular YouTube artist who rose to fame when she won Los Angeles’ Kollaboration talent show. Dumbfoundead, a Los Angeles-based battle rapper. Traditional performances include Tae Kwon Do and Korean dance.

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Hermann Square @ City Hall

900 Smith Street
Houston, TX 77002

Free

Calling all ghosts and goblins. It’s time for the 16th Annual Texas Heart Institute Great Pumpkin Fun Run! Fun for the entire family, participants can register for the 5K run or walk as well as a 1K children’s walk. Runners and walkers are encouraged to dress in their favorite Halloween costume. A costume contest will be held featuring the first 50 registered children ages infant to 5 years old. Proceeds benefit the Texas Heart Institute at St. Luke's Episcopal Hospital.

Imagine Kids Magazine Event

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October 15
12-6 PM
This annual family party on Saturday,October 15th from 12 p.m. - 6 p.m. will be held at CityCentre Plaza, located at 800 Town & Country Boulevard (Beltway 8 & I-10W)
Over 700 children & families from Katy, Memorial, Galleria, Westchase, Highland Village, West University and other parts of town are expected to attend. There will be six hours of free stage shows featuring various celebrities and performances such as the Houston Dynamos, Mr Phils Magic Show, Houston Academy of Dance, Zumba,BrightSmiles and more.During this time children will enjoy various free activities including face painting, Balloon Twisting and casting for the new cover face of Imagine Kids Magazine!

We have a limited number of sponsor tables available so call us today to reserve your space.If you are looking for a proven way to increase your sales and are ready for a fast track to exposure, join us and discover all the advantages of being part of our family! www.imaginekidsmagazine.com

Farmers Market Pumpkin Patch

2011-10-14T09:21:00.000-07:00

Be sure to stop by the Imperial Farmers Market on the first three Saturdays of October from 9-1 to get your HALLOWEEN PUMPKINS! Imperial Farmers Market is going to be a ball! Music, local chefs, lots of local produce, vendors and of course, a pumpkin patch! The Imperial Farmers Market will be open Saturdays from October 1-December 10 from 9am-1pm rain or shine! Come and support your local farmers that have been hit so hard by the recent drought! And have a GREAT time!!

Greenstar Recycling Fan of the Match

2011-10-13T13:55:00.000-07:00

Go green while wearing orange! Bring your recyclables to the Greenstar tent at Soccer Fest on October 1st by 2:00 pm and October 23rd by 5:00 pm for your chance to win a Dynamo jersey. The top 3 recyclers at each game will win. If you have questions, email Drew Eakins at drew.eakins@greenstarrecycling.com.

Recycle and everybody wins!

FREE DYNAMO SOCCER NIGHT OUT OCTOBER 20TH

2011-10-13T13:42:00.000-07:00

Bring your friends and family to Soccer Night Out presented by Statoil, a free community soccer festival that will include pick-up soccer games, an inflatable soccer field, music, face-painting, curb games, mobile gaming unit, caricature artist, spin artists, balloon artists, and a raffle for Dynamo prizes. Check back shortly to find out which Dynamo players will be in attendance.

Houston Halloween 2011 Community Festivals

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First Fest – Houston's First Baptist Church hosts this fun-filled afternoon of games, rides, costume contests and food annually. Be sure to try your hand at the rock wall and dunking booth. Guests of the church are free of admission while church members are asked to donate $5 per person. Monday, October 31, 5 p.m. to 8 p.m., 7401 Katy Freeway.

Harvest Fest – bring the family out to Harvest United Methodist church in Sienna Plantation for trunk-or-treat, games, candy, pumpkin decorating and costume contests. Festivities take place on Saturday, October 29, at 2 p.m. at 9523 N. Fitzgerald Way in Missouri City.

Katy's Rice Harvest Festival - Get an early start to the Halloween season at the Katy Rice Harvest Festival. The event features typical festival goodness (carnival, live entertainment, food booths, etc) and has continued to grow in popularity each year. Adults can nab tickets for $6, children 12 and under are free. October 8-9, Downtown Katy (between Avenues B and C, 2nd and 3rd streets), 77494.

West Houston Church of Christ Fall Festival - An 18-foot slide, bunjee run, dunk tank, laser tag and all the food and treats you can consume are all reasons to check out this big event. Festival begins at 1 p.m. at 17100 West Rd., Houston, TX 77095. Contact 281.856.0001 for more information

Howl-O-Ween Fest – Bridgeland is home to a pet-focused Halloween festival with a costumed pooch parade, dancing dogs, costume contest, the 2011 Space City Disc Dog Championship and trick-or-treating for kids, dogs, and more. Saturday, October 29, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m., Bridgeland community in West Houston .

FREE CHILDHOOD IMMUNIZATIONS IN HOUSTON

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Immunization Event
Houston Calendar
October 2011
Visit carevan.org for latest clinic additions.

FREE CHILDHOOD IMMUNIZATIONS
All of these events are open to the public.
Please Bring Shot Records.

Oct. 19th

House of Amos
8030 Boone 77072
4-6:30pm

Oct 20th

Kingdom Builders
6011 W. Orem 77085

4-6:30pm

Oct 26.

                                        Memorial Assistance Ministry
                                                    1625 Blalock 77080
                      4-6:30pm

FREE Halloween Print Download

2011-10-12T13:13:00.000-07:00

I want to share with you one of the cutest Halloween printables . Laura at Eye Candy Event Details created this adorable free printable art. Just go here and either leave her a comment or like her facebook page then download it. It's that easy.

Tutorial Glass Etching

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Pen's N Papers Flowers has a great tutorial on glass Etching .

FEED BAGS

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I have noticed and been inspired by my favorite celebrities when they utilize fabulous and chic items that also bring social awareness. Such is the case with Reese Witherspoon, Tobey MacGuire, Marcia Cross, Jennifer Aniston, Drew Barrymore, and Teri Hatcher, who have been endorsing the reusable bags of the FEED foundation, a non-profit organization founded by Lauren Bush.

The concept of FEED is simple. Purchase their stylish and eco-friendly bags, and proceeds immediately go to feeding children from all over the world through the United Nations World Food Program's (WFP) School Feeding operations.

Free Printable Booed Sign

2011-10-11T13:15:00.000-07:00

TomKat Studio has a free printable Booed sign including instructions for a fun neighborhood activity.

TARGET FREE PHOTO PRINTS

2011-10-11T13:05:00.000-07:00

Target has 4×6″ prints listed on sale for $0.10 each. Use the $2 off 20 prints coupon found HERE and get them FREE!

TODAYS LUNCH @ RUGGLES GREEN CITYCENTRE

2011-10-11T12:42:00.000-07:00

Ruggles Green in Houston is Houston's First Certified Green Restaurant . They have an amazing menu such as the 98% Lean Buffalo Burger, the Wood-Fired Quinoa Mac & Cheese and the very tasty Veggie-Nut Hemp Burger. They also offer Wood-fired Organic Pizzas that are Heavenly! Prices are also really affordable. They start off at $5 dollars for your basic child meal to about $16. Ruggles Green Citycentre is also the 1st Restaurant in Texas to be awarded a 4 star Certification by the Green Restaurant Association. Today I took the liberty to have your Classic Cheeseburger and Sweet Potato fries. My First bite into this burger was amazing. It had the right amount of green leaf , swiss cheese , purple onions . It was great. And my sweet potato fries really finished off the meal. I rate Ruggles Green CityCentre my top places to eat here in Houston CityCentre.

CITYCENTRE Location
801 Town And Country Blvd. 1B
Houston, Texas 77024
tel. 713.464.555

Reward Your Child Free Chuck e Cheese Tokens

2011-10-08T13:29:00.000-07:00

Homework Helper Reward Calendar
Chuck E. Cheese's has developed a free printable homework reward calendar to encourage your students to learn. Get 10 Free Tokens upon completion of the calendar.

Chuck E. Cheese Free 10 Token Offer

2011-10-08T12:52:00.001-07:00

http://www.chuckecheese.com/promotions/activities.php

Download Chucktober activities for your kids and celebrate with

10 Free Tokens
on the “Trick or Tokens” coloring sheet (free token offer expires 10/31/11).

Save the Planet While Lunchin

2011-10-08T11:14:00.000-07:00

That's right ... you can make an impact and help save our planet. Really! Here's one way to start: Pack your lunch in a reusable bag. Easy and effective. If you stop throwing out a paper sack every day, that adds up. We've got you thinking, don't we?

Reusing means you're not only using stuff again, it means less energy is being used to make more stuff. And that means you are keeping waste out of our landfills, less energy from being processed and less resources from being consumed — all from bringing a reusable lunch bag. Talk about not taking much to make quite an impact.

Now, keep thinking with us. You're using that lunch bag again and again. Know what else you're doing? Saving money. That's right! A penny saved is a penny earned and you just proved it. Reusing is an eco-nomical thing to do too.

Happy Saving-The-Planet-During-Lunch!

Whole Food Halloween Costume Drive

2011-10-08T10:49:00.000-07:00

Whole Food will be hosting a Halloween Costume Drive October 5th - 15th. Whole Food will be partnering up with Child Advocates to collect new or clean, gently used costumes. Please help us bring a Halloween Treat for Houston area children by dropping off a costume at our store.

Child Advocates, Inc. mobilizes court appointed volunteers to break the vicious cycle of child abuse. We speak up for abused children who are lost in the system and guide them into safe environments where they can thrive.

MY RETURN TO HOUSTON MOMMY 101

2011-10-08T10:10:00.000-07:00

I wanted to apologize for the long absent from Houston Mommy 101. I've been hard at work with another blogs that I will be starting soon in another cities. And luckily enough I've been back at work with two jobs,busy with the family ,my kiddos sports and much more. But I am now back at work with my blog and will begin with all new posts. You will soon see all new things here at Houston Mommy 101. Thank you for tuning in and I look forward to the new chapter here at Houston Mommy 101

REDESIGNING MY BLOG WILL BE BACK SEPT 10TH

2011-08-31T09:02:00.000-07:00

B1G1 Free McDonald’s Frozen Drink

2011-07-20T12:51:00.000-07:00

Head over HERE to get a B1G1 free coupon good for McDonald’s Frozen Strawberry Lemonade, Frappe or Real Fruit Smoothies. Coupon expires 7/31.

FREE BACK TO SCHOOL IMMUNIZATIONS AT COMMUNITY HEALTH FAIR

2011-07-20T12:32:00.000-07:00

FREE Back-to-School Community Health Fairs

Neighborhood Centers will be hosting Health Fairs in six communities to share wellness and nutrition tips, aid in health insurance enrollment and get neighborhood families on the road to wellness

Immunizations
Health screenings
Insurance enrollment – CHIP & Medicaid
Cooking demonstrations and food
Games
School supplies
Entertainment
Door prizes

Ripley House Neighborhood Center
Saturday, July 30
8am - 12pm

Independence Heights Neighborhood Center (at Northline Commons Mall)
Saturday, August 13
8am - 12pm

Baker-Ripley Neighborhood Center
Tuesday, August 16
9am - 1pm

La Porte Neighborhood Center
Thursday, August 18
8am - 12pm
Cleveland-Ripley Neighborhood Center
(at Pasadena Convention Center)
Saturday, August 20
9am - 1pm

WIN a FREE Family Vacation !!!!!!!

2011-07-13T12:35:00.000-07:00

One lucky family to receive an all-expenses paid road trip, equipped with U.S. Cellular devices

All families are invited to enter U.S. Cellular’s first-ever Summer Mobile Adventure for the chance to win the vacation of a lifetime while staying connected with the latest cutting-edge wireless devices.

One lucky family will be selected to receive a week-long, all-expense paid summer road trip, equipped with the latest U.S. Cellular devices. The winners will travel to fun and historic destinations throughout the country, taking photos and shooting videos to share their trip with friends and family back home. The family will also enjoy wireless devices designed to enhance their travel experience, including wireless tablets for on-the-go entertainment, as well as phones featuring GPS navigation and helpful apps to explore new surroundings. Ten second-place families will win U.S. Cellular gift cards, branded apparel and wireless accessories.

To enter the Summer Mobile Adventure, visit www.summer-mobile-adventure.com

until July 21 and submit an entry form, along with a favorite family photo.

EVERSAVE LAUNCH IN HOUSTON FOR GREAT DEALS

2011-07-13T12:11:00.000-07:00

Eversave works day and night to negotiate the very best deals for you on all the things you love. From spas and restaurants to lift tickets and yoga classes – Eversave delivers these local discounts directly to your inbox, in the form of a Save.

In addition to their daily local deals, they also offer spectacular Saves from online merchants which allows their customers nationwide to get in on the fun!

So what are you waiting for? Sign up for Eversave to start receiving daily e-mails with details of the Saves happening in your neighborhood. Eversave will even give you $2 to use towards your next purchase just for creating an account!

And don’t forget to spread the word. Eversave makes it easy and rewarding to share Saves with family and friends. Whether you tell them about a deal you love via e-mail, Facebook or Twitter, when someone you’ve referred to the site makes his or her first purchase, we’ll add $10 in Save Rewards to your account.

Daily deals offering out-of-this-world savings – it’s that simple. Visit Eversave today & learn more.

Complimentary Haircuts for Kids

2011-07-13T11:47:00.000-07:00

Remington College Campuses in Houston Offer Complimentary Haircuts for Kids

Cuts for Kids event provides two weeks of complimentary

back-to-school haircuts

All three Remington College campuses in Houston are again offering complimentary back-to-school haircuts for children this summer. The event is called Cuts for Kids and will begin the second week in August and run for two weeks.

Parents can bring in children ages 17 and under for a complimentary haircut provided by instructors and students in the Remington College cosmetology program.

In the Greenspoint area: Cuts for Kids runs from Monday, August 8 through Saturday, August 20. Parents can make appointments by calling 281-885-4490.

In the Westchase area: Cuts for Kids runs from Monday, August 8 through Friday, August 19. Parents can make appointments by calling 281-597-1000.

In the Webster area: Cuts for Kids runs from Tuesday, August 9 through Saturday, August 20. Parents can make appointments by calling 281-554-1790.

Walk-ins are welcome. The Salon at Remington hours vary at each campus.

Adults who bring a child in for Cuts for Kids will get 50 percent off select services for themselves, including haircuts, styling and nail care. Contact The Salon at Remington for details.

The Remington College Cosmetology Program teaches students the art of hair, skin and nail care through traditional classroom instruction and hands-on training. Students have the opportunity to work with real clients in a salon-like setting.

Remington College-North Houston Campus (Greenspoint) is located at 11310 Greens Crossing, Suite 300 in Houston.

Remington College-Houston Campus (Westchase) is located at 1340 Richmond Ave. in Houston.

Remington College-Houston Southeast Campus is located at 20985 Interstate 45 South in Webster.

RUDY'S BAR-B-Q HOSTS Q FOOD DRIVE WITH HOST CHET GARNER

2011-07-08T11:58:00.000-07:00

RUDY’S BAR-B-Q IN HOUSTON

(290 LOCATION)

CANS FOR Q’ FOOD DRIVE

BENEFITTING HOUSTON FOOD BANK

FRIDAY, JULY 8^TH FROM 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM

PBS’ DAYTRIPPER HOST CHET GARNER IS TO MEET, GREET AND COLLECT CANS FROM GUESTS.

GUESTS WILL RECEIVE A QUARTER POUND OF BAR-B-Q BRISKET FOR

ANY NUMBER OF CANNED GOODS DONATED (LIMIT ONE PER GUEST)

Chet Garner, Host of PBS’ Daytripper

Rudy’s “Country Store” and Bar-B-Q in Houston (290 location) will be giving away a quarter pound of brisket to guests who bring any number of canned goods that will benefit Houston Food Bank.PBS’ Daytripper Host Chet Garner will be on location to meet, greet and collect the cans. Daytripper’s new season will premiere that evening and will be shown on-screen. Guests will have a chance to win gift items and additional prizes from Rudy’s and the Daytripper.

Rudy’s “Country Store” and Bar-B-Q

14620 Northwest Fwy

Houston, TX

ASTROS FAMILY SUNDAYS 2011

2011-07-05T12:07:00.000-07:00

Astros fans, the family experience at Minute Maid Park is better than ever with Family Sundays, presented by Minute Maid and Kroger. Take in the sights and sounds of Astros baseball along with our featured family-friendly activities at every Sunday home game in 2011.

Family Sundays include a Kids Fun Zone in the lobby of Union Station from 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m. featuring:

Inflatable games including a moon walk, giant slide and sea of balls
Video games including Wii and MLB 2K Sports
Face painters
Balloon artists
Wax hands
Photos with Astros mascots Junction Jack, Junction Julie and/or Cousin Jesse
...and more!

Kids Fun Zone available for children 14 years or under. Must have a valid game ticket to enter.

Kids Take The Field

Every Sunday a select group of kids, ages 5-14, will have the opportunity to take the field with Astros players for the National Anthem. Visit your local Kroger store, or text "kids" to 26099, to register your kids for a chance to win this once in a lifetime opportunity to take the field with the Astros!

Kids Run The Bases

After the game, all kids 14 and under will be invited down to the field level to run the bases.

Make every Sunday a Family Sunday at Minute Maid Park!

ASTROS KIDS FREE ALL SUMMER 2011

2011-07-05T11:54:00.000-07:00

The Astros and Minute Maid have teamed up again to bring back

Kids FREE All Summer in 2011!

Throughout the summer, kids 14 and under can come to Astros games for FREE!

For every full price adult ticket you purchase in the View Deck I, View Deck II or Outfield Deck sections for games between May 23rd and September 4th you can get two free tickets in the same price level for kids 14 and under!

That's right, tickets for kids 14 and under are totally free!

Now, a family of four can attend a game for as little as $14!

FREE BARNES & NOBLE ONLINE BOOK

2011-07-05T11:01:00.000-07:00

Barnes & Noble has a new Online Storytime book: Splish Splash Splat by Rob Scotton and read by Molly Ringwald.

CHILIS COUPON FOR FREE CHIPS & QUESO

2011-07-05T10:47:00.000-07:00

Sign up for Chili's newsletter and get exclusive free offers through out the year. Sign up thru http://chilis.fbmta.com/forms/chilis/join.aspx? for the free offers.

Free B1G1 Free Smoothies at Barnes & Noble

2011-07-05T09:01:00.000-07:00

Find a coupon good for B1G1 free smoothies at Barnes & Noble.

Valid through 7/11.

CHEAP SUMMER FUN 2011

2011-06-30T23:30:00.000-07:00

Walmart hosts ‘All-American Kids zone’ At

FREEDOM OVER TEXAS

Zone Features Fun, Educational Activities Including Face Painting,

Games, Contests, Rides, Historical Characters and more!

July 4, 2011

4 p.m. – 10 p.m.

Eleanor Tinsley Park @ Buffalo Bayou

FREE with a can of food benefitting the Houston Food Bank or $8 per person

(children under 2 free)

Mayor Parker’s official Fourth of July event, Freedom Over Texas, will offer families a memorable holiday with great food, live music and entertainment – all free of charge with a donation of one canned good item per person. Children under the age of two will be given free admission. For parents looking to treat their children to fun, inexpensive and patriotic activities this Fourth of July, the event will offer more than 30,000 square feet of children’s education programming in the Walmart All American Kids Zone.

www.freedomovertexas.com

MEMORIAL MALL REWARDS CLUB FREE MOVIE TICKET

2011-06-30T23:25:00.000-07:00

Receive a Free Ticket to Cinemark 16 Theatre,

Beginning Saturday, July 2 at 10am,

While supplies last.

Present this coupon at the Memorial City Mall Guest Services Center to receive a Free Ticket to Cinemark 16 Theatre. Must be a Real Rewards Club member, or fill out a membership application at Guest Services, to receive a Free Ticket to Cinemark 16 Theatre. Limit one per customer. Click here for coupon.

FREE MEDIUM SUBS JULY 4 AT FIREHOUSE SUBS

2011-06-30T23:14:00.000-07:00

Firehouse Subs presents a special patriotic offer at participating locations in the Houston area. In celebration of Independence Day, this July 4, guests receive a free sub with the purchase of a sub, chips and drink. To redeem the offer, simply bring a copy of the coupon below, or have it available on a mobile phone at the time of purchase.

For more information on Firehouse Subs, please visit Firehousesubs.com, Facebook.com/firehousesubs or follow on Twitter at @firehousesubs.

*Offer valid July 4, 2011 at participating locations only. One free medium sub, with the purchase of a sub, chips & drink. One coupon per person, per visit.

CELEBRATE COW APPRECIATION DAY JULY 8 2011

2011-06-30T22:59:00.000-07:00

Come dressed like a cow from head to hoof to any Chick -Fil-A Restaurant.

And you will be rewarded with a meal.

So have the whole family dressed up for family fun.

July 8, 2011
All Chick -Fil-A Restaurants.

1/2 Price Admission to Children's Museum With SuperHero Costume

2011-06-24T21:30:00.000-07:00

The Children’s Museum of Houston is celebrating now through June 30. All kids dressed in superhero costumes will get half-price admission to the Children’s Museum.

Super Superman birthday bash on June 30 from 1 p.m. – 2 p.m.

The day will be full of surprises with a supersized cake, super obstacle course challenge, cape art, Superman sightings, dancing, superhero yoga, and much much more.

SPECIAL ACTIVITIES:

• Superman’s Birthday Bash: How old is Superman? Congratulate him and find out his age as he “flies in” for his birthday party. We will sing “Happy Birthday” to him and join him in a dance party.

Event Time: 1 – 2 p.m.

• Super Obstacle Course Challenge: This looks like a job for Superman! See if you can beat Superman in completing this physical challenge in the Allen Family Courtyard.
Event Time: 2 – 2:30 p.m.

• Up, Up and Away!: Hang out with the Man of Steel before he takes off to save the world!
Event Time: 2:30 – 4 p.m.

ON-GOING ACTIVITIES:

•Superman Sightings: Superman’s alter ego is Clark Kent, the mild mannered reporter who works for The Daily Planet. Cover the Superman sightings story at Kidtropolis News.

• Cape Art: Superman wears a red cape. Make your own superhero version at Junktion.

• Super Heroic Symbol: Superman’s symbol is the letter S in red over gold. Come to Junktion to design your own super symbol.

• Superhero Yoga: Superman can’t save the world all the time! He needs to relax with Yoga at the Power Science Lab.

• Science of Flight: How does Superman do it? Find out how we can fly and build your own super mini-rocket launcher at Science Station. Stick around for a Liquid Armor demo!

• Stop Motion Animation: How are superheroes brought to life? Explore the art of stop-motion animation atInventors’ Workshop.

• Superhero Drawings: Use an iPad to create comic strips at the Alexander Art Academy.

The Children’s Museum

1500 Binz Houston Tx 77024

Hours are 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Monday through Saturday, and noon to 6 p.m. Sunday.

Old Navy : Tankathon Weekend: Tanks Starting at $2!

2011-06-24T20:16:00.000-07:00

Summer’s here, which means it’s time for tanks!

Come on down to Tankathon, a weekend tank-tacular with tanks for everyone starting at just $2. This is the most tanks we’ve ever had on sale!

Tomorrow at 9:00am - Sunday at 9:00pm

Legal Stuff:

Saturday and Sunday, June 25th and 26th. Two days only. In store only. Reg. Prices range from $8.50-$19.94.

"SANS SODA " DANIEL'S FAVORITE TREAT TREAT !!!!

2011-06-22T22:25:00.000-07:00

If you love drinking diet soda but wish it was made with all natural ingredients, Voila! Sans Zero Calorie Soda is what you need to drink. They have 5 flavors to meet your tastebud's demands: Cola, Orange, Root Beer, Black Cherry and my personal favorite, Lemon Lime.

Visitwww.sanssoda.com to learn more.

WE LOVE OUR HONEST TEA BEFORE A SWIM MEET !!!

2011-06-22T22:03:00.000-07:00

MY SON' S SWIM MEET WAS TODAY AND HE HAD TO HAVE HIS COLD HONEST TEA LEMONADE BEFORE HIS MEET !!! YUM YUM!!!

GRAND OPENING SNIP-ITS IN THE RICE VILLAGE

2011-06-22T21:28:00.000-07:00

Snip-its of Houston, TX is the premier destination for your kids' haircuts. They proudly provide the Houston area with quality cuts in a fun environment! Snip-its is also the perfect location for a unique birthday party, with plenty of themed parties where your children can feel like the star they are! Join their Facebook community for fan-only deals, special events and announcements. Go toFacebook.com/SnipitsRiceVillage. Print this Coupon New customers enjoy a $10 Haircut on your first visit to Snip-its! Promo code: WEB10 Offer valid for first time customers only. Can't be combined with any other offers. Coupon valid through 7/23/2011. Valid at the following Snip-its location only: 2522 Rice Blvd Houston, TX770005

Snip-its of Houston, TX is the premier destination for your kids' haircuts. They proudly provide the Houston area with quality cuts in a fun environment! Snip-its is also the perfect location for a unique birthday party, with plenty of themed parties where your children can feel like the star they are!

Join their Facebook community for fan-only deals, special events and announcements. Go toFacebook.com/SnipitsRiceVillage.

2522 Rice Blvd., Houston, TX 77005

CHEAP SUMMER FUN 2011

2011-06-22T20:54:00.000-07:00

Target Reveals the World’s Largest Sprinkler at Discovery Green in Downtown Houston

Target is giving families a fun way to cool off from the summer heat in Houston with a 20-foot lawn sprinkler at the Discovery Green Conservancy downtown.

Compressed towels to help kids dry off and ponchos for parents to stay dry will be provided

Sidewalk chalk for kids to draw and coupon books

Discovery Green Conservancy June 24-26

11 a.m. – 7 p.m.

1500 McKinney Street

Houston, TX

(713) 400-7336

Target is making “Summer Funner” this year through an amazing assortment of summer essentials in stores, an online “Fun Finder” application on Facebook.com/Target, and two consumer events.

2011 CYPRESS VBS

2011-06-22T20:18:00.000-07:00

VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL 2011

Shake It Up! Where kids carry out God's recipe.

June 20-24, 2011

9:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Download Health and Medical Forms

For more information or to volunteer, contact Joel McKinnon, Children's Director.

Pictures from 2011 VBS Week

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VBS FAMILY NIGHT

Theme: Come to the Light

Wednesday, June 22, 2011

6:00 - 8:00 PM

An exciting evening for every participant of VBS and their families to participate in. We will have live music, an indoor laser light show, singing, indoor picnic family style (bring a blanket), video highlights of the week, and a fun message from our VBS team. This is sure to be a "huge" hit for all who attend!

LOVE OUT LOUD (LOL) Special Needs Ministry VBS

Oline Registration is open for the LOL VBS "only"

June 21-23, 2011

6:00 - 8:00 PM

Cost: $10.00 ($5.00 extra for a t-shirt)

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Complete your registration early and save!
Register by June 30th and the cost is $7.00 per child with a maximum of $20.00 per family. Registration fees after June 30th are $10.00 per child with a maximum of $25 per family. Lunch will be provided.

Registration is open to children age 4 years through 5th grade. The preschool class for 4-5 year olds who have not completed Kindergarten has limited space and is on a first come first served basis. VBS isn't just for kids! Regsiter yourself for the FREE adult study that follows the same scripture as the children. Please pre-register so we can prepare materials for the class.

The first 20 participants to complete their registration by turning in their payment to the church office will recieve a FREE Shake It Up Cafe cd/cd-rom with music and games!

Date/Time

Start Date: July 23rd, 2011 at 9:00 AM

End Date: July 23rd, 2011 at 3:00 PM

Volunteer Registration End Date: June 12th, 2011 at 12:00 AM

Participant Registration End Date: July 23rd, 2011 at 10:00 AM

More Information

For more information visit www.ctumc.org

Learn more about Shake It Up Cafe VBS 2011 at www.cokesburyvbs.com

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VACATION BIBLE SCHOOL

“Pandamonium – Where God is Wild About You!”

June 20-24th
5 years through 6th Grade

Click Here to Register!

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Shake It Up Cafe VBS 2011
Cypress Trails UMC is bringing kitchen fun to your kids for VBS 2011!

Join us Saturday, July 23rd from 9:00am - 3:00pm as we spend the day at Shake It Up Cafe!
Registration and Information

22801 Aldine westfield
spring, tx 77373
281.353.2436

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VBS (4yrs - 4th grade & childcare) 2011

Saturday, July 2 9:00a

at Fairfield Baptist Church, Cypress, TX

Big Apple Adventure VBS

Who : ages 4 years - completed 4th Grade

Dates : June 27 - July 1, 2011

Time : 9 a.m. - Noon

Where : Fairfield Baptist Church

Phone : 281-373-5446

Email : VBS@fairfieldbaptist.com

Fairfield Baptist Church
27240 U.S. 290
Cypress, TX 77433

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Houston Mommy 101

Callie’s Kids Plant Some Love Free Event Feb. 11

LITTLE ANGELS ABC’s, ANIMALS, and 1,2,3’s, DVD OUT FEBRUARY 14

Veggie Meals That Boost Your Metabolism!!!

Eat Your Breakfast

Spice Is Nice

Warm Me Up

WARRIOR DASH MARCH 17, 2012

Weight Loss Tools: POLAR WATCH,SPINNING BIKE ,& NIKE TRAINING APP

My New Obsession ( To Actually Do my Resolution List)

KIDS EAT FREE AT IKEA THRU JAN. 1st

KIDS EAT FREE!

The Coca Cola & Walmart Winner Is.........

WE BOUGHT A ZOO : A MUST SEE FAMILY MOVIE

Coca-Cola & Walmart Bring Home Happiness this Holiday Season: GIVEAWAY $50 Walmart Giftcard

DIY Friendship Bracelet

You’ll need:

How to Make a Sunburst Mirror

Rose Cake Tutorial

Ice at Discovery Green

St. Joseph Medical Center's Ice at Discovery Green presented by Houston Chronicle and Momentum Luxury Auto Group

Hours

Hard Rock Cafe's 40th Anniversary $4 Rockin' Meal

Crayola Crayons 24 pk $0.25 at Toys r Us

Free Photos Prints & Calender @ Walgreen

Veterans Enjoy a Free Grand Slam

Baskin Robbins Review

Whole Food Halloween Events

Whole Foods Market in-store Tasting and More Events

Save Up to 70% At Banana Republic Outlet

Houston SPCA’s iWALK for Animals

Cornelius Nurseries " CHRISTMAS OPEN HOUSE NOV. 4-5 "

CiCi Grand Opening " 100 1st Guests Can Receive a Free Buffet"

5 Tips " How To Find A Job That Fits Your Life "

Baby Planner Shenequa Aranda Hosts" Moms Night Out"

Books for Halloween

Books for Halloween

Halloween jack-o'-lanterns

Los gatos black on Halloween

The Halloween Kid

AlphaOops! H is for Halloween

And Then Comes Halloween

Scary, Scary Halloween

Rotten Ralph's Trick or Treat!

Cliffords Halloween/Clifford y el dí de Halloween (Spanish)

Halloween (Spanish)

HOUSTON COMMUNITY EVENTS

OPEN MONDAY, OCT. 31, from 4 to 8 p.m.

Whip up a Fruity Smoothie in Seconds.

The Vaccine Clinic Offers $10 Shots

HCHD's Troubleshooters Program Offering $3 Immunizations, $5 Seasonal Flu Shots

EVgo™ Presents Scream on the Green at Discovery Green

Art Carts at Discovery Green

Discovery Green Flea

WHEN & WHERE:Publish Post

FREE BIRTHDAY BITES AT PRETZELMAKER

October 23 2011 Halloween Party @ CVS Customer Event

2011 GREEN SCREAM IN HOUSTON

SUPERNANNY NOW CASTING HOUSTON FAMILY

Baskin-Robbins Announces Cake Bites

CiCi’s Pizza Newest Houston Location on October 17

What Not to Wear is Now CASTING in Houston!

Discount Tickets to GlamShop Houston October 19

Nature Discovery Center

Korean Festival at Discovery Green

Hermann Square @ City Hall

Imagine Kids Magazine Event

Farmers Market Pumpkin Patch

Greenstar Recycling Fan of the Match

FREE DYNAMO SOCCER NIGHT OUT OCTOBER 20TH

Houston Halloween 2011 Community Festivals

FREE CHILDHOOD IMMUNIZATIONS IN HOUSTON

FREE Halloween Print Download

Tutorial Glass Etching

FEED BAGS

Free Printable Booed Sign

TARGET FREE PHOTO PRINTS

TODAYS LUNCH @ RUGGLES GREEN CITYCENTRE

Reward Your Child Free Chuck e Cheese Tokens

Chuck E. Cheese Free 10 Token Offer

WHEN & WHERE:
Publish Post