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OregonMom.com Newsletter -- April 19th, 2006 ********************************************************* Hi, Moms! If you are like me, you're usually too busy with diaper changes and trying to figure out who flushed the new plastic Elmo toy down the toilet to spend a lot of time keeping up with world happenings, events and cultural movements. So, if it seems like everyone is suddenly talking about water conservation and the benefits of recycling - let me be the one to clue you in...it's Earth Week! There are plenty of activities for you to enjoy this week as we remember not to trash our beautiful state. (Hey, they don't call us the Green State for nothin'.) My personal favorite is Free Day at the Oregon Garden! Scroll down for more events and info. Have a wonderful week! Kym Founder, OregonMom.com http://www.oregonmom.com P.S. Go Ahead! FORWARD THIS EMAIL to any mama friends you think would enjoy it! ________________________________________________________________ DEALS FOR MOMS: ~Mon Amour Photography - Mother's Day Special! 15% off any service when you call to book before May 15th, 2006. (You HAVE TO check out her website to see the unique style and artistry of this photographer! Wow!) http://www.monamourphotography.com/ ~2006 Entertainment Book ONLY $12.99! If you haven't purchased your Entertainment Book yet, what are you waiting for? This is the best deal yet and it ends March 6th. (I'm using my book to plan several CHEAP day trips and dinners out with my hubby.) You can't beat the local 1/2 off coupons if you're a frugal minded mom! Check out their list of local businesses before you buy: http://www.oregonmom.com/awesomeoregoncoupons.htm ~Environmentally Sensitive Diaper Sale! Just in time for Earth Week...Seventh Generation Products and Chlorine Free Diaper Sale. Buy $99 worth of select Seventh Generation Products and get a $30 Amazon.com certificate for a future purchase & Free Shipping. http://www.oregonmom.com/seventhgenerationsale.htm _________________________________________________________ CHEAP LOCAL EVENTS AND OUTINGS: ~ Autism Walk-a-Thon Sunday, April 23rd at 10am. Register at 9 am. All Ages. April is autism awareness month. Join the fun as money is raised for autism research. Starts at the Waterfront Park near the Morrison Bridge. Download a registration form and pledge sheet at the website. 503-636-1676 http://www.oregonautism.com ~Earth Day at Champoeg Park Saturday April 22nd, 10 am - 5 pm. Junior Ranger Program, Bike Tour, Bluebird Walk, "Play in the Woods". http://www.oregonstateparks.org/park_113.php ~Cannon Beach's Earth Day Festival April 22nd - Right outside the Surfsand resort Educational information, environmental groups, hands-on activities, such as petting tidepools, Puffin Kite Festival and more. http://www.ci.cannon-beach.or.us/ ~Washington Coast Cleanup - Free! April 22nd & 23rd If you missed the Oregon Coast cleanup, it isn't too late to help our Washington neighbors! Check the website for locations and times: http://www.olympiccoastcleanup.us/ ~Earth Day at the Oregon Garden - Free! April 22nd, 10 am-4pm. All Ages Free day with 40 exhibits, music, food and entertainment. Trash to treasure art. Silverton, OR http://www.oregongarden.org/ ~Tryon Creek Earth Day Parade & Activities - Free! April 23rd, 2 pm-4 pm Celebrate Earth Day with arts and crafts, games, stories, parade and more. http://www.tryonfriends.org/ ~Painted Turtle Walk - Free! Saturday April 22nd 1-2:30pm Ages 5 and older Smith and Bybee Wetlands Natural Area Metro Naturalists will provide telescopes and guidance as youngsters explore the largest population of Western painted turtles. Registration required. Wheelchair accessible 503-797-1715 http://calendar.metro-region.org/ ~Experience Oregon Raptors Saturday, April 22nd, 10-11:30 a.m. Let the American Wildlife Foundation introduce Oregon raptors to you. Learn raptor identification, history, and falconry techniques. American Wildlife Foundation, Molalla. (503) 829-9567 http://www.awildfound.org/ ~Handmade Musical Instrument Show - Kids Free! April 22nd - 23rd, 12 - 5 pm. Marylhurst College, Portland Admission is $3 for people over 12 years. http://www.nwmusicalinstrumentshow.org ~Woodburn Wooden Shoe Tulip Festival - Free on Weekdays! Now - April 20th Free Weekdays, $5 per car weekends, Open 9-6pm Lots of things to see and experience as a family. http://www.woodenshoe.com ~Story and a Stroll - Free! 1 to 2:30 pm. April 21st (insects) April 28th (forests) Hear a nature story and take a walk with your kidlets ages 3 to 6. Tryon Creek State Park Nature Center 503-636-9886. http://www.tryonfriends.org (Side Note: Prepare Yourselves... TV-Turnoff Week 2006 is April 24th - 30th. I am challenging myself to think up 5-10 easy ideas that will keep the kiddos entertained without the convenience of our virtual babysitters. Look for my ideas next week or email me to get your idea included... Kym@oregonmom.com) ~More Events and Outings http://www.oregonmom.com/events_and_outings.htm ______________________________________________________________________ LOCAL BABY AND KID SALES: ~Safeway Pampers Diapers Mega Pack, $13.99 (FYI - Safeway has better per diaper prices when you buy the BIG boxes at regular price.) Ends Tuesday, April 25th ~Mervyns Up to 70% Storewide Clearance Ends Saturday, April 22nd ~Walgreens $3 off Dora's First Trip DVD Mega Pack Pampers Diapers or Training Pants $13.99 Pampers Baby Wipes. 216-240ct. $6.99 Ends Saturday, April 22nd ~Kmart Pamper Super Mega Diaper Pack or Training Pants $17.99 Ends Saturday, April 22nd ~Rite-Aid Pampers Mega Pack Diapers $13.99 Ends Saturday, April 22nd ~Sears All Kids Swimwear 40% off, Sizes 7-16 All Shoes, Buy 1, Get 1 at 50% off Ends Saturday, April 22nd |
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