tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-71286726232082404902026-07-31T03:33:42.145-05:00Mom SpotHelping you make it until bedtime...Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger53125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-62752411320469676242012-11-14T07:53:00.001-06:002012-11-15T07:22:30.141-06:00Santa's Stops<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
With my first child, I was so excited to get him all dressed up for his first picture with Santa. I imagined a perfect picture with everyone smiling to put on our first family Christmas card. My (very thrifty) husband does not like the idea of spending anything over $5 for a picture. His suggestion? Pictures with Santa for a buck. Aaannnnddd this is what I got.....</div>
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Not at ALL what I had imagined, but this has become one of my very favorite holiday pictures!</div>
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Here are some places around the area to take the kids to meet Santa this season. Hopefully, you will have better luck than I did!</div>
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<strong><u>San Marcos:</u></strong> </div>
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<a href="http://www.sights-n-sounds.org/" target="_blank">Sights & Sounds of Christmas</a></div>
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<span style="color: red;">When:</span> November 28th-December 1st</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Time:</span> 5-11pm</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Cost:</span> Admission for kids 12 & under are FREE, Pictures are FREE</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Additional Info:</span> Santa will be arriving each night at 6:30pm by helicopter (Wednesday), Harley Davidson (Thursday), Classic Car Parade (Friday), River Boat (Saturday).</div>
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<u>Downtown Tree Lighting & Santa's Arrival</u></div>
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<span style="color: red;">When: </span><span style="color: black;">November 16th</span></div>
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<span style="color: red;">Where:</span> Main Plaza Downtown</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Time: </span><span style="color: black;">6pm</span></div>
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<span style="color: red;">Cost:</span> <span style="color: black;">FREE</span></div>
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<span style="color: red;">Additional Info: </span><span style="color: black;">(830) 221-4350</span></div>
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<a href="http://gruenetexas.com/holidays-by-event.php" target="_blank">Photos With Cowboy Kringle</a></div>
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<span style="color: red;">When:</span> November: 17th- 10a-5p, 18th- 12-5p, 23rd- 10a-5p, 24th- 10a-5p, 25th- 12-5p</div>
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December: 1st- 10a-4p, 2nd- 12-5p, 8th- 10a-5p, 9th- 12-5p, 15th- 10a-5p, 16th- 12-5p</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Where:</span> Between The Grapevine and Gruene General Store</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Cost:</span> Varies</div>
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<a href="http://www.sophienburg.com/weihnachtsmarkt" target="_blank">Weihnachtsmarkt</a></div>
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<span style="color: red;">When:</span> Breakfast with Santa on November 17th</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Where:</span> New Braunfels Civic Center</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Time:</span> 8:30a-10a</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Cost:</span> Admission $10</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Additional Info:</span> Registration is required, call <span style="color: black;">830-629-1572.</span><br />
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<a href="http://www.bisquebistro.com/" target="_blank">Paint With Santa</a><br />
<span style="color: red;">When: </span><span style="color: black;">November 18th & 24th</span><br />
<span style="color: red;">Where: </span><span style="color: black;">Bisque Bistro</span><br />
<span style="color: red;">Time: </span><span style="color: black;">4-6pm on the 18th, 9-11am on the 24th</span><br />
<span style="color: red;">Cost: </span><span style="color: black; font-size: x-small;">$26 for mug, $28 for plate or $30 for bowl.</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">Additional Info: Bring your child in to put their handprint on a mug, plate or bowl with Santa's handprint. They can then decorate their piece and paint an ornament. Kids will get a chance to sit on Santa's lap and take a picture and receive a gift to take home! <strong>**You must pre-pay to hold your spot! Call (830) 629-5475.**</strong></span><br />
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<u>Dine-in Flick with Saint Nick</u></div>
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<span style="color: red;">When:</span> December 15th</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Where:</span> Landa Haus</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Time:</span> 5pm</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Cost:</span> $5/person</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Additional Info:</span> Enjoy heavy appetizers and festive activities including cookie decorating. Santa and Mrs. Claus will be available for photos and gift requests. Take a caroling mini-train ride through Landa Park and stop for hot chocolate and a viewing of Polar Express on the big screen at the Landa Park Dance Slab. Bring warm clothes and blankets. <strong>**Pre-registration is required and spots are limited! Call 830-221-4350 to register**</strong></div>
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<strong><u>Kyle/Buda:</u></strong> </div>
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<a href="http://www.cityofkyle.com/recreation/santas-arrival-tree-lighting-ceremony" target="_blank">Santa's Arrival & Tree Lighting Ceremony (Kyle)</a></div>
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<span style="color: red;">When:</span> November 28</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Time:</span> 4:30-9pm</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Where:</span> Historic Kyle City Hall</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Cost:</span> FREE</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Additional Info:</span> Bring your own camera, there will not be a photographer available.<br />
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<a href="http://budafest.org/index.html" target="_blank">Budafest</a><br />
<span style="color: red;">When: </span><span style="color: black;">December 1st & 2nd</span><br />
<span style="color: red;">Time: </span><span style="color: black;">10am-5:30pm both days</span><br />
<span style="color: red;">Where: </span><span style="color: black;">Main Street & San Antonio St.</span><br />
<span style="color: red;">Cost: </span><span style="color: black;">FREE admission, but there will be a small fee for parking that benefits project graduation.</span><br />
<span style="color: red;">Additional Info: </span><span style="color: black;">There will be a parade (Saturday at 10am), vendors, live music, full carnival and much more!</span><br />
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<a href="http://www.cabelas.com/stores/store_info.jsp?pageName=012#events" target="_blank">Cabela's</a></div>
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<span style="color: red;">When:</span> December 8 & 9, 15 & 16</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Time:</span> 10a-1pm</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Cost:</span> FREE</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Additional info:</span> Kids can tell Santa their wish list and enjoy craft projects and treats. </div>
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<span style="color: red;">When:</span> December 8</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Time:</span> 5pm</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Where:</span> Wimberley Square</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Cost:</span> FREE</div>
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<span style="color: red;">Additional Info:</span> Santa arrives at 6:30pm</div>
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-92172656003710459472012-11-12T08:42:00.000-06:002012-11-12T08:42:06.355-06:00Campfire Kids Nature Tikes ProgramEvery third Saturday of the month at 10am, the San Marcos Nature Center partners with the Campfire Kids to host their "Nature Tikes" program. Families with toddlers and pre-school age children can come experience fun and educational nature-related activities that promote early childhood literacy, kindergarten preparedness, and access to the outdoors.<br />
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November: Trees, Leaves, and Seasons<br />
December: Wildlife fur, skins, and coverings<br />
January: Oceans and Seashells<br />
February: GeologyUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-27152665718370348932012-11-12T07:44:00.000-06:002012-11-12T07:46:22.042-06:00Buy 1 Get 1 FREE Holiday Drinks at Starbucks<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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November 15th-18th Starbucks will be offering a Buy 1 Get 1 Free promotion on their holiday drinks! Stop in between 2pm-5pm and choose from one of these 3 flavors and get your second choice for FREE! The flavors are:<br />
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*Please call ahead to your local Starbucks location to make sure they will be participating.*Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-39054773645501129602012-11-02T13:58:00.001-05:002012-11-02T13:58:57.567-05:00Vote!<div class="separator" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: left;">
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Tuesday, November 6th is voting day! Confused about where you need to vote? Click on your city and check out where your polling place is located.<br />
<a href="http://www.sanmarcostx.gov/index.aspx?page=34&recordid=626&returnURL=%2findex.aspx%3fpage%3d1" target="_blank">San Marcos</a><br />
<a href="http://www.co.comal.tx.us/VOT_GEN.htm" target="_blank">New Braunfels</a><br />
<a href="http://www.cityofkyle.com/cityadministration/friday-november-2nd-last-day-early-voting" target="_blank">Kyle</a><br />
<a href="http://www.budalibrary.org/eshelf-research/voting.html" target="_blank">Buda</a><br />
<a href="http://www.co.hays.tx.us/index.php/government/elections-and-voting/november6-general-election/" target="_blank">Wimberley</a><br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-4104583973620300832012-10-31T08:50:00.002-05:002012-10-31T08:50:43.247-05:00FREE Family Photos at JCP<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Check out this great deal from <a href="http://www.jcp.com/" target="_blank">JCPenney!</a> Just in time for the holidays you can get a free sitting fee, free 8x10, and a free digital copy of your portrait emailed to you. Visit the <a href="http://www.jcpportraits.com/" target="_blank">JCPenney Portraits</a> website to find a JCP closest to you and book your appointment fast before they are gone! Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-9815607127355530552012-10-15T09:28:00.003-05:002012-10-15T09:28:49.198-05:00Moonlit Date on Landa Lake <span class="userContent">Need a different idea for date night this Friday? Moonlit Date on Landa Lake in New Braunfels is Friday from 7-8:30pm. Couples can cruise in paddleboats or relax in a lakeside cabana. Dinner is provided by Cravings. Cost is $30 per couple and pre-registration is required! Call 830-221-4370 for more info!</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-54070312064026443332012-10-02T07:37:00.002-05:002012-10-02T07:40:07.921-05:00National Night Out<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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It's National Night Out! Get out and meet your neighbors! Click on an area near you to find out what special activities are going on in your neighborhood.<br />
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<a href="http://www.ci.san-marcos.tx.us/index.aspx?recordid=510&page=102" target="_blank">San Marcos</a><br />
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<a href="http://www.nbtexas.org/index.aspx?NID=994" target="_blank">New Braunfels</a> <br />
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<a href="http://www.cityofkyle.com/police/national-night-out-october-2-2012-it%E2%80%99s-america%E2%80%99s-night-out-against-crime" target="_blank">Kyle/Buda</a> <br />
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Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-40613222444445815842012-10-02T07:08:00.001-05:002012-10-02T07:08:50.963-05:00Free Haircuts for Breast Cancer Survivors<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<a href="http://www.jcpenney.com/dotcom/jsp/browse/category.jsp?id=cat100300164" target="_blank">JCP Salons</a> are offering FREE cuts and styles to Breast Cancer survivors for the entire month of October! For the first 50,000 haircuts they will be donating $1 each to the Breast Cancer Foundation. Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-48825033725406361432012-10-01T14:25:00.003-05:002012-10-25T07:39:07.187-05:00Area Fall Activities<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Looking for some family-friendly Fall activities around the area? Check out what is happening near you:</div>
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<strong>Farmer Fred's Fall Carnival:</strong> October 27th, 6-9pm, Plaza Park. Kids can enjoy carnival games, a barrel train ride, tonds of candy and prizes an dmuch more! Dress up for the costume contest too! Admission, carnival games, and the costume contest are FREE. Concessions and some atractions will have a small fee.<br />
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<strong>Creature Crawl: </strong>Sunday, October 28th 4-7pm at the San Marcos Nature Center. Come meet all of the creepy-crawly creatures up close and personal. Touch a tarantula! Pat a python! Stroll through the wildscape gardens and visit Halloween themed stations: face painting, crafts, storytelling, Tarot readings, meet the animals and Halloween games. Come in costume to trick-or-treat. Food & drink will be available for purchase. $2 per person and all proceeds benefit the San Marcos Nature Center.<br />
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<strong>Fall Carnival at First Baptist Church San Marcos: </strong>October 31st, 5:30-8:30pm. Fun for the whole family! Carnival and activity booths, obstacle course and giant slide, trunk decorating contest, train rides, food booths and more! Trunk-or-Treat is from 7:30-8pm.<br />
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<strong>Old Towne Faire at First United Methodist Church: </strong>Saturday, October 27th, 10am-2m.<strong> </strong>Face painting, games, petting zoo, pony rides, bounce house and dunking booth! Activity package prices are $5, $7 or $10 per child. There will be an outdoor grill serving a variety of food. <br />
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<strong>Travis Elementary's 3rd Annual Fall Fest & Monster Mash: </strong>October 26th, 5-8pm in the Travis Elementary cafeteria and gym, anyone in a costume is welcome! The best costumes will win prizes. For more info call 512-393-6450.<br />
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<strong>Fall Bash at Chick-fil-A San Marcos: </strong>October 30th, 4-7pm. There will be a petting zoo, pumpkin carving contests and a puppy costume parade.<br />
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<strong>Halloween Kids Fest: </strong>Wake the Dead Coffee House, October 27th, 4-6pm. Kids can enjoy a costume contest, musical chairs/pass the pumpkin, a Skeleton Scavenger Hunt, pinata, Jack-o-Lantern contest, live music and more!<br />
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<strong>Fall Fair: </strong>Calvary Baptist Church, October 31st, 6-8pm, free food, bouncy house, train rides, face painting, puppet show, cake walk, carnival games and candy! Open to the public, Free event!<br />
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<strong>Mimi's Spookylicious Halloween Bash: </strong>Mimi's Trailer Park Eatery, October 31st, 11am-9pm. Kids eat FREE from 6-7pm, trick-or-treat, pumpkin carving contest, cookie decorating, and costume contest.<br />
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First United Methodist Church: October 11th-31st, Noon-8pm every day.<br />
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<span style="color: black;"><a href="http://www.firstumcnb.org/" target="_blank"><strong>Fall Fest at First United Methodist Church New Braunfels:</strong></a><strong> </strong>October 13, 4-7pm. Carnival games, pumpkin painting, train rides, jump castles, dunk tank and more. Concessions will be available.</span><br />
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<strong>Fall Festival for Special Needs Families: </strong>Head to Dayspring Christian Fellowship (1895 S. Walnut Ave) on October 20th from 10am-2pm. FREE admission, train rides, dietary specific treats, carnival games, crafts and more! Call 830-620-9363 or click <a href="http://www.dayspringchristian.org/" target="_blank">here</a> for more info.<br />
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<strong>New Braunfels Girl Scouts Fall Festival: </strong>October 20, 4-7pm at the Girl Scout House. Admission is $1, tickets for games are $.50. <br />
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<strong>Cross Lutheran's Fall Festival: </strong>October 26, 5-9pm, $15 admission- $10 meal plate/$5 activities. Open to the public!<br />
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<strong>Yogi Bear Jellystone Fall Festival: </strong>October 27, 9a-9p, $10 day passes available, open to the public. Costume contest, pumpkin and treat bag decorating, mini carnival, face painting, pony rides, camper-treating and much more! For more info <a href="http://jellystonehillcountry.com/site/" target="_blank">click here.</a><br />
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<strong>Sts. Peter & Paul Fall Festival: </strong>October 27, 5-9:30pm, open to the public. Trunk or treat, pumpkin carving contest, costume contest, haunted house and more!<br />
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<span style="color: black;"><strong>Haunted Haus:</strong> Visit the Landa Haunted Haus and experience chills that tickle your funny bone and make your hair stand on end. Guests will travel through a maze of mysteries and tricks an leave with a treat! All ages welcom, $5 per person, at the Landa Park Aquatic Center. Thrusday, October 25 & 26, 8-10pm.</span><br />
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<strong>Soul Searching Night in the Comal Cemetery:</strong> The Comal Cemetery is the burial ground for some of New Braunfels' founders and notable citizens. Hear stories of these illustrious soulds told by actors as living history portrayals. October 26 & 27, tours will begin at 6:30pm and continue until 9pm. Each tour will take about 1 hour. Tickets are $15 per person and available at the Parks and Recreation office. Call 830-221-4350 for more info.<br />
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<strong>4th Annual YMCA Trunk or Treat: </strong>The event will be held at Peter Piper Pizza on October 26th, 6-8pm<br />
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<strong>Halloween Festival at the Fairgrounds: </strong>October 28, 2-7pm, admission is one canned good per family. Safe trick or treating, free candy and prizes, free games for kids!<br />
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<strong>Stones & Bones Cemetery Tour:</strong> A guided tour of the New Braunfels Cemetaery to learn more about the cultural and historical heritage of New Braunfels. Examine the artistry of the monuments and headstones and discuss the contribution of the people buried there. All ages are welcome, $3 per person, 4pm Sat, November 3rd at the New Braunfels Cemetery. Pre-registration is required, call 830-221-4350.<br />
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<strong>Trick or Treat Downtown Spooktacular: </strong>Wednesday, October 31st from 3-6pm along West San Antonio Street. Safe trick or treating, costume contest at 4pm, free kids costume photos, and more! Call 830-221-4091 for more information.<br />
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<strong>Fall Fest: </strong>Head to the Landa Park Dance Slab on November 17th for the first annual New Braunfels Fall Fest! Families will enjoy square dancing, activity booths, food, live music, a pie baking competition and much more! The fun will begin at 3pm. <br />
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<a href="http://www.grueneumc.org/Home.html" target="_blank">Gruene United Methodist Church</a>: Open Sept. 24th-Oct. 31st, 9am-dark everyday. Starting Oct. 2nd, every Wednesday and Saturday in October they will have Storytime at the Patch at 10am. Fall stories and crafts for all ages. On Saturdays, there will be hay rides at 10am & 11am and there will also be face painting and caramel apple decorating!<br />
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<a href="http://www.firstumcnb.org/" target="_blank">First United Methodist Church New Braunfels</a>: October 7th-31st, 10a-8p every day.<br />
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<a href="http://www.facebook.com/HillCountryGardens" target="_blank">Hill Country Gardens:</a> 9a-5p M-Sat, 11a-4p Sundays, mini pumpkins, carving, baking, novelty and more! Click <a href="http://myemail.constantcontact.com/A-HUGE--Harvest-.html?soid=1109272178335&aid=aQtf3KVyFAo" target="_blank">here</a> for more info.<br />
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<strong><u><span style="color: red;">Buda:</span></u></strong><br />
<span style="color: black;"><strong>Boo-da Halloween: </strong>October 28th, 6-8pm at the Downtown Buda Greenbelt. Enjoy a safe alternative for kids to trick-or-treat! FREE admission, Halloween stories, crafts, games and more at the Buda Public Library too! Call 512-295-7170 for more info.</span><br />
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<span style="color: black;">Presented by the Buda Methodist Church, dowtown next to the Stagecoach House and Visitors Center. (880 Main St.) September 27th-October 31st. They will have storytime available on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 10a-2p and 2p-4p.</span><br />
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<a href="http://kyleumc.com/index.html" target="_blank">Kyle Methodist Church:</a> October 14th-30th, M-F: 2:30p-7p, Sat: 9a-7p, Sun: 12p-7p<br />
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<strong>Wimberley United Methodist Church:</strong> Fall Carnival 10/20, 10a-4p: Fall carnival, games, pumpkin patch, pumpkins for sale, music, car show,
silent auction, concession food for sale. Habitat for Humanity Walk<br />
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<strong>Pet Parade and Pumpkin Fest:</strong> Saturday, October 13th, 10a-5p, on the Wimberely Square: Activities include a bounce house, train rides, face painting, balloon art, and pumpkin painting. Specialty pumpkins, Cinderella Pumpkins, Fairy Tale Pumpkins, and Jack-o-Lanterns will be for sale.<br />
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<strong>Pumpkin Carving Contest:</strong> Saturday October 20th: On Wimberley Square, 10am-5pm.<br />
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<strong>Trick-or-Treating on the Square:</strong> Wednesday, October 31st, 4-7pm.<br />
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<span style="color: black;">Pumpkins will go on sale throughout Wimberley starting October 5th!</span><br />
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<span style="color: black;">Wimberley United Methodist Church: Oct. 17-31, 10a-7p</span><br />
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*If you don't mind a short drive, here are some fun places to take the kids for tons of fall activities that will make it worth your while:<br />
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<a href="http://sweetberryfarms.com/" target="_blank">Sweet Berry Farm</a> <br />
<a href="http://www.elginchristmastreefarm.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=47&Itemid=54" target="_blank">Elgin Christmas Tree Farm</a> <br />
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JCP Salons are offering a FREE haircut to kids ages K-6th grade every Sunday starting November 4th! Schedule your appointment at your nearest <a href="http://www.jcpenney.com/dotcom/jsp/storelocator/storeResults.jsp?_requestid=2181057" target="_blank">JCP Salon</a> today!</div>
Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-17235970579620637812012-08-12T22:20:00.000-05:002012-08-12T22:20:02.257-05:00Tax Free Weekend 8/17-8/19<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Tax Free Weekend is almost here! This weekend take advantage of the holiday and finish up any back-to-school shopping you have left. Not sure what items are tax exempt? Here is the official list of items that qualify this weekend:<br />
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Binders <br />
Backpacks <br />
Calculators <br />
Blackboard chalk <br />
Compasses <br />
Composition books <br />
Crayons <br />
Erasers <br />
Folders: expandable, pocket, plastic, and Manila <br />
Glue: paste and glue sticks <br />
Highlighters <br />
Index cards<br />
Index card boxes<br />
Legal pads<br />
Lunch boxes<br />
Markers and dry erase markers<br />
Notebooks<br />
Paper<br />
Pencil boxes and other school supply boxes<br />
Pencil sharpeners<br />
Pencils<br />
Pens<br />
Protractors<br />
Rulers<br />
Scissors<br />
Writing Tablets<br />
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For a detailed list of <u>CLOTHING & FOOTWEAR</u> <a href="http://www.window.state.tx.us/taxinfo/taxpubs/taxholiday/d/tx98_490_clothing.html" target="_blank">click here.</a><br />
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Not finding what you're looking for? Check out some <a href="http://www.window.state.tx.us/taxinfo/taxpubs/taxholiday/d/faq_holiday.html" target="_blank">FAQs for the Sales Tax Holiday.</a><br />
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Happy Shopping! <br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-19512154706735376902012-08-07T12:56:00.000-05:002012-08-07T12:56:40.414-05:00FREE Health Screenings For Kids at SAM's Club in August<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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At all Sam's Club locations with a pharamacy, kids can get <a href="http://www3.samsclub.com/healthyliving/events?iid=070111_RFI|HL||Health%20Screenings" target="_blank">free health screenings</a> during the month of August. Screenings will include: Fingerprinting kits, Take-home DNA swabs, Dental tablets, BMI (Body Mass Index) and Blood Pressure tests. This offer is free for members as well as guests!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-69918979863634938622012-08-02T08:10:00.002-05:002012-08-02T08:10:53.151-05:005th Annual School Supply Give Away in New Braunfels<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Stop by <a href="http://mytoothtime.com/" target="_blank">Tooth Time Family Dentistry</a> Friday, August 3rd for their 5th Annual School Supply Give Away! It's a FREE event, so show up while supplies last! Parents without children with them will be limited to two backpacks. For more inforomation call 830-625-6410.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-12031248712991687382012-08-01T07:51:00.001-05:002012-08-01T07:51:50.984-05:00Starbucks Treat Receipt<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxtS9KWU79BIiONlF47Il5auMrRTTkAJf70mZ8tMd2ibp0_AvsK6fhb7O5v0ETwZ5WrxwWuOtdMdbO4wzwXA4h1nRx5N1OXOtV6i8L3WXVMyVydE4r4tZW5ucaFSLSyBoDTgSzsB4LtsI/s1600/cups.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxtS9KWU79BIiONlF47Il5auMrRTTkAJf70mZ8tMd2ibp0_AvsK6fhb7O5v0ETwZ5WrxwWuOtdMdbO4wzwXA4h1nRx5N1OXOtV6i8L3WXVMyVydE4r4tZW5ucaFSLSyBoDTgSzsB4LtsI/s1600/cups.jpg" /></a><br />
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<a href="http://blogs.starbucks.com/blogs/customer/archive/2012/07/31/beat-the-heat-with-treat-receipt.aspx?sf5333032=1" target="_blank">Starbucks Treat Receipt</a> is returning for the entire month of August! If you make a purchase in the morning, you can bring your receipt back to any participating Starbucks after 2pm and get a cold grande (16 fl. oz.) beverage for just $2 (plus tax).Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-22400693035751826742012-07-26T07:15:00.000-05:002012-07-30T10:02:10.070-05:00"Ladies Lift 'em Up at Cuttin Up" Event in San Marcos<a href="http://www.facebook.com/mom.spot?ref=hl#!/pages/Cuttin-Up-Salon-512-392-8846/173523129343070" target="_blank">Cuttin' Up Hair Salon</a> in San Marcos is having a personalized and professional Bra & Shapewear Fitting Tuesday, July 31st from 3-8:30pm. Come and go as you please! Here is what their event flyer states:<br />
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Stop by for your private, personalized and professional fitting if you are in need of a comfortable, uplifting and figure enhancing bra and/or shapewear. <br />
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You're going to love Essential Bodywear (EBW)! "Not only are most of us wearing the wrong size (85% of women) of bra, but we are hiding the narrowest part of our bodies", says Michie Reid, Certified Bra Fitting Consultant & Team Leader for EBW. "If you lift a woman's breasts of of her rib cage, you will see her shapely figure and silhouette. <strong>It looks like you have lost 10-15 pounds. </strong>Women love what they see when they look at the before and after."<br />
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This is a fun, enlightening and comfortable way to shop for "foundation undergarments" while enjoying the camraderie of others. We can hardly wait to see you! Feel free to bring a guest!<br />
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Essential Bodywear has been featured in Family Circle, Harpers Bazaar, Glamour and Oprah's Magazine and was named "One of America's Best Products" seen on the Today Show. EBW offers incredible contouring and naturalizing garments.<br />
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Panties S-M-L-XL-1X<br />
Thongs S-M-L-XL<br />
Bras 32A-44H<br />
Sports Bras 32B-52DD<br />
Shapewear S-M-L-XL-1X-2X-3X<br />
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Enjoy some Mimosas with a friend while you find your perfect bra!<br />
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<strong>Please wear a bra that you typically wear and a t-shirt. </strong><br />
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For more information call 512-392-8846.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-2170149686465117682012-07-20T09:38:00.001-05:002012-07-20T09:42:49.530-05:00Gruene Market Days<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: left;">
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<a href="http://www.lowes.com/" target="_blank">Lowe's</a> has free kids clinics one weekend a month where kids can build a wooden project and receive googles, an apron, patch and much more! To register, find a store nearest you and check out their full schedule click <a href="http://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/pages/default.aspx" target="_blank">here.</a> The next Build and Grow clinic will be July 28th & 29th where kids can build a Kung Fu Panda Friends Stacking Kit!Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-24395722573836589972012-07-16T09:33:00.000-05:002012-07-19T10:53:11.670-05:00Baby Fest is Coming to CTMC 7/22!Whether you are a first time expecting mother or one who is expecting again, you won't want to miss the Baby Fest at the Central Texas Medical Center in San Marcos this Sunday, July 22nd. I went when I was pregnant with my youngest two years ago, and it was such a great experience. <br />
<br />There are several exhibitors that give out every piece of information you can think of for an expecting mother. Some of the exhibitors include Pediatricians, Women's Services, OBGYN's, Nutritionists and many more! For more information and to see a list of the exhibitors <a href="http://www.ctmc.org/News/tabid/2699/articleType/ArticleView/articleId/22747/3rd-Annual-BabyFest-Will-Feature-On-Site-Photographer-and-Local-Childrens-Author.aspx" target="_blank">click here.</a> You can also register for door prizes and take home some goodies for you and your new little one.<br />
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Cool off with some icecream today! Check out some deals that are going on around the area for National Icecream Day: <br />
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<a href="http://www.baskinrobbins.com/" target="_blank">Baskin Robbins:</a> Buy 1 get 1 single serve for $0.99 at participating stores (call ahead for confirmation) 7/15<br />
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<a href="http://www.marbleslab.com/" target="_blank">Marble Slab:</a> Half off any single serve coupon, M-F, between 12p-12a through 7/28<br />
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<a href="http://www.facebook.com/#!/photo.php?fbid=10151038272719559&set=a.158150329558.118188.62914444558&type=1&theater" target="_blank">Landa Mini-Golf-</a> FREE Bluebell icecream starting at noon. 7/15Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-80154448831437991672012-07-14T09:28:00.002-05:002012-07-14T13:41:25.884-05:00FREE Kids' Haircuts in August!<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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What a great deal just in time for back to school! Find your local <a href="http://www.jcpenney.com/dotcom/index.jsp" target="_blank">JCPenny Salon</a> and schedule an appointment for your K-6th grader to recieve a FREE haircut in August.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-41926289356756777592012-06-24T12:16:00.000-05:002012-06-25T06:13:22.957-05:00Local July 4th Activities<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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Making plans for July 4th? Check out these fun activities going on in your area! <br />
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<strong><u><span style="color: red;">San Marcos</span></u></strong><br />
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Head to the San Marcos Public Library on June 29th & July 3rd to make a <a href="http://www.ci.san-marcos.tx.us/index.aspx?page=621&recordid=2504" target="_blank">Red, White & Blue Craft</a>! 10a-12:30p on July 29th and 7-8pm on July 3rd, for all ages. Craft will take about 20-30 minutes to complete.<br />
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<span style="color: black;"><a href="http://summerfestsanmarcos.com/" target="_blank">Summerfest</a> is an annual free July 4th event from 6-10pm at San Marcos Plaza Park. Guests can enjoy live music, food, activity booths, children's patriotic costume contest and parade! The evening will conclude with a fireworks show at 9:30pm. </span><br />
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<a href="http://www.sophienburg.com/" target="_blank">4th of July Patriotic Parade and Program</a>, 9:15am at the Main Plaza Downtown<br />
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July 4th Fireworks show at Landa Park: Concert by Lost in Texas 7-9:15pm, fireworks will begin at 9:15pm<br />
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Dress up your bike for the 4th of July Parade! Bring your bike, stroller or wagon to the Buda Public Library on July 3rd from 5:30-7:30pm and dress it up for the parade the next day. Free event!<br />
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<a href="http://ci.buda.tx.us/calendar/070412-red-white-n-buda-independence-day-celebration-at-city-park-city-offices-closed" target="_blank">Red, White 'n' Buda</a> will be on Main Street and activities will begin 9am and will include a children's Parade, children's activities and magician 9-11am, live music begins at 6pm, fireworks display will start at 9:30pm. <br />
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<strong><u><span style="color: red;">Kyle</span></u></strong><br />
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Independence Day Celebration Fieworks Show will begin at 9:30pm at the intersection of Kyle Parkway and Kohler's Crossing. Parking will be near the Hays CISD Performing Arts Center or near the intersection before sunset. Free!<br />
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<a href="http://www.wimberley.org/d/10163609_12663.htm" target="_blank">Wimberley Chamber of Commerce July 4th Parade & Jubilee</a>: parade will go through town at 10am and Jubilee will be under the shade trees at Ozona Bank afterwards.<br />
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<a href="http://www.wimberley.org/d/10834403_12663.htm" target="_blank">VFW Fireworks</a> will be at the VFW Veteran's Park beginning at dark. Free event and parking! Come early and enjoy food and live music.<br />
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Mom Spot is on vacation this week!! Here are some fun activities going on around the area for the next few days:<br />
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<strong><u>Storytime</u></strong><br />
New Braunfels Public Library: 10am<br />
San Marcos Public Library: 10:15am<br />
Buda Public Library: 10:30am<br />
Westside Community Center: 12pm<br />
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McKenna Children's Museum: Tasty Tuesday, 11-11:30am, Strawberry Fields in a Bag<br />
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Buda Public Library: Art With Ms. Jane- 3rd-5th graders, 1:30-2:30pm or 2-4pm, free event<br />
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Chick-fil-A San Marcos: Family Night, 4-7pm, stop in for an activity and a craft!<br />
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San Marcos Public Library: Waggle Taggle Gypsy Kids' Concert- 7pm, for all ages, free event<br />
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San Marcos Plaza Park: Movie in the Park- bring your blankets and lawn chairs and come watch "Tangled". Movie <br />
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<strong><u><span style="color: red;">WEDNESDAY, JUNE 20TH</span></u></strong><br />
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<strong><u>Storytime</u></strong><br />
New Braunfels Public Library: 10am<br />
Kyle Public Library: 10:30am<br />
Buda Public Library: 10:30am<br />
The Stone Coffee Bar in New Braunfels: 11am, storytime and a craft<br />
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San Marcos Public Library: Chalk Marks the Spot- Turn the porch into a giant treasure map! Make your mark with <br />
sidewalk chalk art, 10am-11:30am, free event.<br />
Science Rocks!- Check out the Trailblazer Trailer with cool science gadgets, 10:30am-<br />
12:30pm, free tickets available.<br />
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McKenna Children's Museum: Dance Mania-11-11:30am<br />
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Buda Public Library: Full Face Painting, 6th grade and up, 1:30pm<br />
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Krispy Kreme San Marcos: Family Night- 6-8pm, donut decorating and a craft<br />
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<strong><u><span style="color: red;">THURSDAY, JUNE 21ST</span></u></strong><br />
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<strong><u><span style="color: black;">Storytime</span></u></strong><br />
San Marcos Public Library: 10:15am<br />
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New Braunfels Public Library: Come listen to some fun kids' music from Joe McDermott, show times are 10:30am, 2pm, <br />
and 6:30pm, free event.<br />
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Kyle Public Library: Summer Reading Club Magic Show- Cody Fisher will be performing a magic show for all ages, <br />
10:30am, free event.<br />
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Buda Public Library: Come enjoy hands on science exhibits, 1pm, for all ages, free event.<br />
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The Grapevine in Gruene: Come and Taste It!- Perfect for a date night or girls night out, enjoy wine tasting and live <br />
music. 5-8pm.<br />
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San Marcos Plaza Park: Summer in the Park Concert Series- 7:30pm, Come and listen to the Hill Country Community <br />
Band, bring your lawn chairs and blankets, free event.<br />
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Landa Park, New Braunfels: Concert in the Park, 7:30pm, Come and listen to Joe & Friends, free event.<br />
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<br />Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-15204301419071011212012-04-26T17:24:00.001-05:002012-07-14T13:42:18.759-05:00Pinterest Fave: Crockpot Cheesy Chicken SpaghettiI looovvveee <a href="http://www.pinterest.com/" target="_blank">Pinterest!</a> I usually like to try one or two recipes a week off of my food faves. Since I'm not the greatest cook, I'm really big on easy, quick and YUM. I decided to try a Chicken Spaghetti recipe the other night and the whole family has decided it will be going into the rotation. It's originally from <a href="http://cookingwithkim-kim.blogspot.com/" target="_blank">Happy Tummies</a> and she has some other interesting recipes on her blog if you want to check her out. Be prepared to be blown away by this amazing recipe!<br />
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<span style="font-family: "; font-size: 12;"><span style="font-family: inherit;"><span style="font-size: large;">Crockpot Cheesy Chicken Spaghetti </span></span></span><br />
<span style="font-family: "; font-size: 12;"><span style="font-size: 130%;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: large;">Serves 12 ( one cup each)<br /><br /><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: small;">16 oz. dry spaghetti,
cooked<br />1 lb. Velveeta Light (2%)Cheese<br />2 cups cooked, chopped chicken (I
use white meat only)<br />1 can 98% FF cream of mushroom soup<br />1 can 98% FF
cream of chicken soup<br />1 can of petite diced tomotoes<br />1 4oz. can of mild
green chilies<br />4 oz can mushroom stems & pieces, drained<br />1/2 cup
water<br />1 small onion, diced--or less, to taste<br />salt & pepper to
taste</span><br /><span style="font-size: small;">Spray slow cooker with non-stick cooking spray. Combine all
ingredients in slowcooker and stir to mix well. Cook on LOW for 2-3 hours. Stir
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.flickr.com/photos/bettycrockerrecipes/4595758178/" target="_blank">Mint Chocolate Chip Cookies</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://redcouchrecipes.blogspot.com/2011/03/green-jell-o-popcorn-pops.html" target="_blank">Green Jell-O Popcorn</a><br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://sarahjasonjamesnathan.blogspot.com/2010/03/dreaming-of-green-and-first-love.html" target="_blank">Fruit Rainbow</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.thoughtfullysimple.com/a-lucky-breakfast/" target="_blank">A Lucky Breakfast</a></td></tr>
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What's a holiday without family traditions? Here are some creative ways to get your kids in the St. Patty's Day spirit.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Check out this fun St. Patrick's Day family tradition from<br />
<a href="http://seeleys.blogspot.com/2008/03/st-pattys-seeley-style.html" target="_blank">Six Silly Seeleys</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.momtastic.com/parenting/features/127977-diy-stpattys-day-treasure-hunt" target="_blank">St. Patty's Day Treasure Hunt</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://befickle.blogspot.com/2011/03/how-we-celebrate-st-pattys.html" target="_blank">Catching Leprechauns</a></td></tr>
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And a reward for Mommy for making the day extra special! Happy St. Patrick's Day!<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><a href="http://www.shape.com/healthy-eating/healthy-drinks/low-cal-cocktail-recipes-st-pattys-day?page=12" target="_blank">Kiss Me, I'm Irish</a></td></tr>
</tbody></table>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7128672623208240490.post-76188623476181041532012-01-29T23:25:00.000-06:002012-01-29T23:25:04.262-06:00Super Bowl IdeasLet me just say, I'm not a Football person. Give me some <em>Lifetime</em> TV and napping children to make me happy on Sunday afternoons. I am, however, interested in yummy food! So whether we bring something to a Super Bowl party or just spend the day lounging, I like to get a little festive with the menu choices. Here are some things I found that may help you with your Super Bowl plans.<br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Finger foods are perfect for the Super Bowl. <a href="http://www.momswhothink.com/easy-recipes/super-bowl-recipes.html" target="_blank">Here</a> are several easy<br />
finger food recipes that won't take up your time. </td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Don't want to pack on the pounds but still want something good? <br />
Try some healthy <a href="http://www.celebrations.com/article/healthy-super-bowl-dips" target="_blank">dip recipe options</a>.</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Support your favorite team with <a href="http://www.hostessblog.com/2012/01/free-football-party-printables-homemade-stadium-snack-recipes/#more-55483" target="_blank">Team Spirit Popcorn</a>!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Double Chocolate Football Cupcakes<br />
<a href="http://www.the-baker-chick.com/2011/09/double-chocolate-football-cupcakes.html" target="_blank">The Baker Chick</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9ME_AHUnMrrxYoFvKpzrOimDy6C2NdIeCmNGKv3f1P7IfiaIVlNV855_NbgsREi7L7OtErMuBFlMg9KHsglcuKMXOH6VyyDeEDChoVNJMOzSOe195tOxh7yZYtAgs9HuQmGW_bVef4nc/s1600/fball+cake+pops" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" gda="true" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9ME_AHUnMrrxYoFvKpzrOimDy6C2NdIeCmNGKv3f1P7IfiaIVlNV855_NbgsREi7L7OtErMuBFlMg9KHsglcuKMXOH6VyyDeEDChoVNJMOzSOe195tOxh7yZYtAgs9HuQmGW_bVef4nc/s320/fball+cake+pops" width="320" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Check out this easy recipe for <a href="http://bakedwithloveandbutter.blogspot.com/2010/02/football-cake-pops.html" target="_blank">football cake pops</a>, <br />
perfect for the kids!</td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Need help with ideas for your party decor? <br />
<a href="http://www.hostessblog.com/" target="_blank">Hostess with the Mostess</a> haa some creative suggestions.</td></tr>
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<div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;">Don't forget about the kiddos! Check out these games and crafts that will keep the little ones busy during game time.</div><div align="left" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"> </div><div class="separator" style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: center;"> </div> <br />
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Paper Football <br />
by <a href="http://www.momontimeout.com/2011/09/are-you-ready-for-some-football.html" target="_blank">Mom on Timeout</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBmP3yEkiV3cRcO3lWVk_GQDemFQc-CbHKgMFtScIPgyZ6f4gUsGjfVsywR3BKh3gjeWnpz7w1oI-v0XpkGJi5GyML3brzL_0DVqwmF67gFPYlthMq_GIC-ZnMGgYqdNNT9oxzkJstZIo/s1600/football_pins.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" gda="true" height="269" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgBmP3yEkiV3cRcO3lWVk_GQDemFQc-CbHKgMFtScIPgyZ6f4gUsGjfVsywR3BKh3gjeWnpz7w1oI-v0XpkGJi5GyML3brzL_0DVqwmF67gFPYlthMq_GIC-ZnMGgYqdNNT9oxzkJstZIo/s320/football_pins.jpg" width="320" /></a></div></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Football Pins<br />
<a href="http://crafts.kaboose.com/football-team-spirit-pins.html" target="_blank">Kaboose</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Football Coloring Pages<br />
<a href="http://www.classroomjr.com/football-coloring-pages/" target="_blank">Craft Jr.</a></td></tr>
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<tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4sWRaonzQk4vqKCnzeV3ZCeHFCWMUh9ASygtbo3JICw8i0NIjQtgLF-D3ffcnCfTu3dGv7zsJv9akDk9FgRrcju3qczrdQIsd-9L0jvMksrl074Gw-Z8bSJZ1JlEwDrms2_XpkrlhKPo/s1600/sfootball.gif" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" gda="true" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi4sWRaonzQk4vqKCnzeV3ZCeHFCWMUh9ASygtbo3JICw8i0NIjQtgLF-D3ffcnCfTu3dGv7zsJv9akDk9FgRrcju3qczrdQIsd-9L0jvMksrl074Gw-Z8bSJZ1JlEwDrms2_XpkrlhKPo/s320/sfootball.gif" width="298" /></a></td></tr>
<tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Football Player Toilet Paper Roll Craft<br />
<a href="http://www.dltk-kids.com/sports/mfootball.html" target="_blank">DLTK's</a></td></tr>
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</div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: left;">For those of you who want to escape the Super Bowl hoopla, I suggest <em>Lifetime.♥</em></div><div style="border-bottom: medium none; border-left: medium none; border-right: medium none; border-top: medium none; clear: both; text-align: left;">Happy Super Bowl Moms!</div>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0