http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/-t1.htm Things to do: Sports, party places, playgroups, clubs, other lessons. Wed, 10 Sep 2008 01:02:45 GMT 10 http://i13.servimg.com/u/f13/11/74/29/45/2007lo10.gif http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/-t1.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/moms-club-open-house-t181.htm Carrie MOMS Club Monthly Socials – Open to Members and Non-Members
Wednesday, September 17th, 10:00 am: Fall Open House at Southern View Park (S. 4th St., Southern View). Non-members welcome!

Email: momsclubssil@hotmail.com for more information.]]> Activity Corner Wed, 10 Sep 2008 01:02:45 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/moms-club-open-house-t181.htm#404 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/moms-club-open-house-t181.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/directory-is-live-and-updated-t165.htm Kim L. Little The Birthday Party Resource page on the main site continue to be one of our top viewed pages thanks to jen dillman's efforts and lots of great ideas from our readers. Did you see the list of at-home parties written by local mom, Allison Klint? Great and fun ideas! Whether you have an at-home party or off-site party...continue to share your ideas! http://www.springfieldmoms.org/resources/birthday_party_ideas.htm Activity Corner Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:24:32 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/directory-is-live-and-updated-t165.htm#376 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/directory-is-live-and-updated-t165.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/new-single-parent-support-group-social-network-t162.htm Kim L. Little We are also proud to be the sponsors of a NEW support group (social network) of single parents that are springfieldmoms.org readers. Whether you are a single mom or single dad, join us on Saturday August 16th at 4:00 p.m. at the Washington Park Pavillion (the big covered area near the playground.) Look for the springfield moms shirts and fliers. You are welcome to bring your children. Email Springfieldmoms.org@gmail.com if you can join us. If you cannot join us and would like to remain ... Activity Corner Fri, 01 Aug 2008 16:17:35 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/new-single-parent-support-group-social-network-t162.htm#373 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/new-single-parent-support-group-social-network-t162.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/isn-t-there-any-playdates-around-t157.htm momto3boys
Tanya]]> Activity Corner Wed, 02 Jul 2008 22:04:01 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/isn-t-there-any-playdates-around-t157.htm#366 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/isn-t-there-any-playdates-around-t157.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/free-summer-movie-programs-t152.htm Kim L. Little Don't miss these terrific FREE programs this summer in the Springfield area: Illinois State Museum: Summer Movie Series FREE admission! flier here Kerasotes Theaters: Summer Movie Series at ShowPlace East 8 on Dirksen Parkway FREE admission this year flier here Summer Reading Programs at area public libraries. pdf fliers are available on Kim's Blog on the main springfieldmoms site Scroll to June 8, 2008. More here. http://www.springfieldmoms.org/blog.htm Activity Corner Mon, 09 Jun 2008 21:24:48 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/free-summer-movie-programs-t152.htm#357 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/free-summer-movie-programs-t152.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/camps-for-4-6-year-olds-t148.htm Suz Anyone know of any camps (other than what is listed in the SM directory already!) for a 4-year-old girl (primary interest: dance) or a 6-year-old boy (primary interest: sports)? Activity Corner Tue, 13 May 2008 03:45:49 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/camps-for-4-6-year-olds-t148.htm#346 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/camps-for-4-6-year-olds-t148.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/birthday-party-directory-t120.htm Jen Dillman
http://www.springfieldmoms.org/resources/birthday_party_ideas.htm]]> Activity Corner Tue, 08 Apr 2008 12:26:53 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/birthday-party-directory-t120.htm#293 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/birthday-party-directory-t120.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/scrapbooking-workshops-for-2008-t95.htm Jessica Polhemus
]]> Activity Corner Wed, 27 Feb 2008 04:28:31 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/scrapbooking-workshops-for-2008-t95.htm#249 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/scrapbooking-workshops-for-2008-t95.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/classes-activities-resource-page-t115.htm Kim L. Little hi everyone: We are gradually updating our Classes & Activities page on the main website-- it's coming along! Check it out here http://springfieldmoms.org/resources/classes_and_activities.htm it also links to our Sports page. http://springfieldmoms.org/resources/sports.htm We are always interested in your input! So, please let us know if we are missing any of your favorites to recommend to other parents. Best Kim Activity Corner Tue, 08 Apr 2008 03:13:07 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/classes-activities-resource-page-t115.htm#285 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/classes-activities-resource-page-t115.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/summer-camp-directory-2008-now-online-t113.htm Kim L. Little Wanted you to know that our 2008 Summer Camp Directory is now posted and full of a variety of camp options.
We update this page every week with more! Are we missing one that you love? Please let us know!
http://springfieldmoms.org/resources/summer_camps.htm

Happy planning!!]]> Activity Corner Tue, 08 Apr 2008 03:01:25 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/summer-camp-directory-2008-now-online-t113.htm#283 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/summer-camp-directory-2008-now-online-t113.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/2008-easter-egg-hunts-t100.htm CaptainsWife Hi ladies, now that my son is old enough for Easter Egg Hunts I was wondering if I could get the information on who hosts them in Springfield. We already found info on these, but we were wondering if there were anymore. I remember a huge one at Memorial Stadium when I was kid but don't know if they still do it. Here's the ones I have so far... Knights Action Park March 22, 2008 10:30am - Noon - 1:30pm Toys R Us March 15, 2008 Noon through 2pm Ages 3 - 12 Activity Corner Mon, 10 Mar 2008 03:49:19 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/2008-easter-egg-hunts-t100.htm#264 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/2008-easter-egg-hunts-t100.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/looking-for-ballet-lessons-t58.htm holly Looking for a recommendation on where to take my 3 year old for ballet lessons. We have been on the waiting list for Springfield Dance for some time. Hoping someone can recommend a place (preferably on the West side) that doesnt have a long wait list. Activity Corner Tue, 22 Jan 2008 21:21:27 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/looking-for-ballet-lessons-t58.htm#141 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/looking-for-ballet-lessons-t58.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/does-springfield-have-any-indoor-playgrounds-t60.htm SAHM2Andra
Does Springfield have any indoor playgrounds - or indoor facilities that would be conducive to baby play?

TIA! Malisa]]> Activity Corner Thu, 24 Jan 2008 01:14:35 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/does-springfield-have-any-indoor-playgrounds-t60.htm#150 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/does-springfield-have-any-indoor-playgrounds-t60.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/drowning-preventioninterested-parents-t62.htm ASCOTT1 http://www.childdrowningprevention.com/index.html Please go and watch this video at the above link. It is absolutely amazing. My husband and I have contacted the nearest instructor to this area and he is in Bellville. The lessons require a 5 day a week commitment for 4 to 6 weeks for 10 minutes at a time. Because my husband and I both work this is a bit of a logistical issue for us. However, if 10 or more students are interested in the lessons they will arrange for an instructor to ... Activity Corner Fri, 25 Jan 2008 16:16:19 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/drowning-preventioninterested-parents-t62.htm#160 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/drowning-preventioninterested-parents-t62.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/swimming-lessons-at-the-ymca-t84.htm JulieKaiser If you are looking for a great swimming lesson experience for your little one, check out the Springfield YMCA this winter. My daughter has taken preK lessons from YMCA instructor Jenny Bright for the past year, and she is swimming like a fish and loving it. Jenny teaches on Tuesday and Thursday mornings -- mom/tot classes and preschool swim lessons. If you are wanting to introduce your child to the water and get them started on lessons, this is an affordable and fun way to go. Public registration ... Activity Corner Tue, 12 Feb 2008 20:09:10 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/swimming-lessons-at-the-ymca-t84.htm#219 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/swimming-lessons-at-the-ymca-t84.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/scrapbooking-this-saturday-t75.htm Jessica Polhemus
Call or e-mail if you'd like to join us! 217.788.CROP or jessicapolhemus@hotmail.com

Jessica Polhemus
Creative Memories Senior Consultant]]> Activity Corner Sat, 02 Feb 2008 00:20:41 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/scrapbooking-this-saturday-t75.htm#195 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/scrapbooking-this-saturday-t75.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/summer-camp-ynot-any-testimonials-t69.htm lisamarch http://www.ynotoutdoors.org/index.html]]> Activity Corner Wed, 30 Jan 2008 03:59:07 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/summer-camp-ynot-any-testimonials-t69.htm#187 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/summer-camp-ynot-any-testimonials-t69.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/wsec-fun-time-station-illinois-state-fairgrounds-t48.htm pcsportinclays WSEC Fun Time Station - "All Aboard The Alphabet" Join us Saturday, January 19, 2008 from 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. at the Orr Building on the Illinois State Fairgrounds for the WSEC/PBS Fun Time Station Springfield! This is a fun-filled family day with over 26 children's craft and activity booths, food, local entertainment, indoor playground, live PBS costume characters, a bounce house and more! Tickets are $4 per person at the door, or $3 per person (ages 3-adult) in ... Activity Corner Fri, 11 Jan 2008 04:59:01 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/wsec-fun-time-station-illinois-state-fairgrounds-t48.htm#110 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/wsec-fun-time-station-illinois-state-fairgrounds-t48.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/ice-skating-at-nelson-center-t42.htm Kim L. Little Here is the link!

http://www.springfieldmoms.org/resources/sports.htm#Ice_Skating]]> Activity Corner Wed, 09 Jan 2008 19:07:05 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/ice-skating-at-nelson-center-t42.htm#97 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/ice-skating-at-nelson-center-t42.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/scrapbooking-workshop-this-friday-night-12-21-at-faith-lut-t24.htm Jessica Polhemus
Suggested donation: $5, as snacks and bottled water are provided.

If you have any questions, please call me at 217.788.CROP.

Mod, I hope this is OK. If not, feel free to delete. Thanks!]]> Activity Corner Thu, 20 Dec 2007 18:56:40 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/scrapbooking-workshop-this-friday-night-12-21-at-faith-lut-t24.htm#43 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/scrapbooking-workshop-this-friday-night-12-21-at-faith-lut-t24.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/website-watch-for-kids-t21.htm Kim L. Little
http://www.springfieldmoms.org/resources/webwatch.htm#For_Kids_]]> Activity Corner Wed, 19 Dec 2007 20:56:49 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/website-watch-for-kids-t21.htm#39 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/website-watch-for-kids-t21.htm http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/winter-break-camps-t3.htm Kim L. Little See our coupon page for their contact information.

If you know of other Winter Break camps, please let me know...thanks! Kim]]> Activity Corner Fri, 07 Dec 2007 21:13:05 GMT http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/winter-break-camps-t3.htm#5 http://springfieldmoms.forumotion.com/activity-corner-f1/winter-break-camps-t3.htm