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Back to School Tips from Diary of A Wimpy Kid

Win Your Own on DVD!

Back to School Essentials, courtesy of Diary of a Wimpy Kid. Don't forget to enter to win your very own copy on DVD, coming out August 3rd!  Enter by emailing [email protected] with Wimpy Kid in the subject line.  You have one more week to enter, winners will be picked Sunday, August 8th.

As much as we don’t want to face it, the new school semester is right around the corner and in order to start off the year just right, you’re going to have to ...


Eco Friendly Everyday

Winners Announced From Last Week

No, it's not "Earth Day", it is August.  I can't believe it is time to start winding down from summer and start gearing up for Back to School.  Welcome to our eco-friendly newsletter this week.  In this week's issue, I am introducing you to several green products that can be used everyday. Food, crafts, clothes, learning and back to school supplies that are all earth-friendly.  Just a good reminder that we can be green every day.

Be sure to scroll down through the entire newsletter--lots of great ...


EcoMom

Giveaway

Have you heard of EcoMom?  EcoMom is an online retailer specializing in all things environmentally friendly. Organic food, clothing, baby care, cleaning products and toys are some of those really great items that can be found on her website. 

I  received  Green Toys Recycled Plastic Indoor Gardening Set to "play" with.  This set features shovels, planters, seeds and everysingle thing in it is recyclable, compostable and reusable!  My children and I planted Zinnia, Basil and Teddy Bear Sunflower seeds and were able to watch them grow right away.  A great ...


Edible Arrangements

Flemington

Have you ever had a reason to send someone a gift and didn't know quite what to get them?  I am sure you have- a new baby, holiday, sympathy, the list goes on and on.  Sometimes it is really hard to know what to pick.  Edible Arrangements is a gift that everyone will love.  Beautiful and healthy arrangements of fresh fruits, how can you go wrong?  We tried one of their gift baskets and they were awesome!  Lovely arrangements of pineapple and cantaloupe "flowers", melon "leaves" and chocolate covered ...


Maxi Cosi Mila

Last week, I told you about the awesome Maxi Cosi infant carseat,  Mico.  This week, I want to tell you about the incredible Maxi Cosi stroller, Mila.  I received one to check out and it is fantastic!  These are the great features--it is lightweight and compact, stands up when it is folded, it has adaptors to the Mico carseat from last week, cupholder for Mom or Dad, shopping basket and a rainshield.  That is a ton of great stuff for an "umbrella" stroller--it seems more like a full size stroller ...


ReUsies

Giveaway

Looking for a green alternative to packing sandwiches and snacks in plastic baggies?  ReUsies is what you are looking for!  These reusable bags are washable and get the job done!  Have you ever thought about how many plastic bags you use per year?  The EPA estimates 500 billion - one trillion plastic bags are used worldwide every year. Which basically averages out to more than 1, 000 each year per person!  Wow!  The bad thing about using all that plastic?

  • Plastic bags make up over 10% of debris found on US ...

Rubbermaid Reveal

Win One!

I hate my mop....bad.  So I was more than happy to try out the new Reveal spray mop that Rubbermaid sent me.  This mop is so wonderful.  It was so easy to put together.  It has a spray feature to it that allows you to use any kind of cleaner that you like. There is a very large microfiber pad that is absolutely awesome at picking up dirt--it picks up so much more than any other mop I have used. The pad is reusable - simply throw it in your ...


Summer Infant

Giveaway

Summer Infant makes great baby products!  I received a Rest Assured and Swaddle Pod to check out--they are both really  great products. 

 If you like to co-sleep with your newborn, Rest Assured is a must have for you.  There is a sturdy metal frame to prevent you from rolling over onto your baby, with mesh sides for good air circulation and to be able to see the baby.  There is a Reticulated AirCare™ foam pad for better breath-ability, too, that is washable and removable. A really cool feature is the ...


Write Way to Learn

Do you recall before the school year ended, the interview with Mrs. Rush, our wonderful Kindergarten teacher?  She recommended working with your children for 10-15 minutes a day on reading and writing skills to keep kids current with all they learned from the following year.  10 -15 minutes is not much, but if you aren't doing it, you will see a difference when school starts back up. 

Write Way to Learn sent me their power pack writing kit and we have been spending our 15 minutes a day working ...


This Week's Picks:

July 30th through August 12th

Friday, July 30 through Sunday, August 8 - Cinderella Kids

Cinderella Kids
Where: Washington Crossing State Park Route 546 Hopewell Twp  
When: 11:00 AM (Sunday 4:00pm)
Who: all ages
How: show up 11am every day except Sunday,which is 4pm
Cost: $5
For more info: 267-885-9857 or www.dpacatoat.com
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Tuesday, August 3 through Wednesday, August 4 - Regal Family Film Fest

Family movies!  This week--Shrek the Third and Open Season--both films play both days
Where: Regal Cinemas--Phillipsburg, NJ
When: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.regmovies.com/nowshowing/familyfilmfestivalschedule.aspx
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Tuesday, August 3 through Tuesday, October 19 - Storytime at Barnes and Noble

Storytime  All children love being read to. Every storytime, we explore a new theme. Join us for stories and activities and foster a love for reading in your little one.Somerville Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, 908-526-7425
Where: Somerville Barnes and Noble
When: 10:30 AM (every Tuesday morning)
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, August 3 through Thursday, August 26 - RVCC Planetarium for Kids

   “Attack of the Space Pirates” Tuesdays and Thursdays through August 26  Pirates want to take over the Universe.  Will the good guys survive a supernova and save us all? 
Where: Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium Street address: 118 Lamington Road Branchburg
When: 2:00 PM (Tuesdays and Thursdays)
Who: (for families with kids ages 6-12)
How: show up or call
Cost: Admission: $6 per person
For more info: Phone number: 908-231-8805 Website: www.raritanval.edu/planetarium
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Tuesday, August 3 - Lego Build

One day each month you can learn how to build a cool LEGO mini model, and take it home – for free! Quantities are limited and offer is good while supplies last only. A new model will be available every month and will be specially themed to that month
Where: Bridgewater Commons Mall--Lego Store
When: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: ages 6-14
How: show up early!
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://stores.lego.com/en-us/StoreEvents.aspx
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Wednesday, August 4 through Wednesday, September 1 - Free Movies on the Green

    8/4 An American Tale 8/11 Milo and Otis 8/25 Marley and Me 9/1 Evan Almighty
Where: the green newar Connections Cafe in Turntable Junction Flemington
When: starts at dusk
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: rain or shine, if the weather is bad, the movie will be moved inside
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Wednesday, August 4 through Wednesday, September 1 - Movies with Ice Cream

Free family movies at the Thee Ice Cream Parlor
Where: 299 S Main St (near the Firehouse) Raritan Township
When: after dusk
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: movie is free
For more info:   8/4 Finding Nemo 8/11 The Cat in the Hat 8/18 Alice in Wonderland (2010) 9/1  Grease for more information call 908-284-1233  
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Wednesday, August 4 - Quiver Farm Presents A Traveling Farm

outside traveling farm--open house  
Where: NCB Library 65 Halstead St Clinton, NJ 08809
When: 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: for all ages
How: show up--no tickets necessary
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.hclibrary.us
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Wednesday, August 4 through Wednesday, September 1 - Story time

Weekly story time at Clinton Book Shop
Where: Clinton Book Shop 12 E. Main St Clinton
When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.clintonbookshop.com  
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Wednesday, August 4 through Tuesday, August 24 - RVCC Planetarium

The Little Star that Could Tuesdays through August 24   Learn about the stars in our galaxy and the planets in our solar system. 
Where: Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium Street address: 118 Lamington Road Town: Branchburg
When: 3:00 PM
Who: for families with kids ages 6-12
How: show up or call
Cost: $6 per person
For more info: Phone number: 908-231-8805 Website: www.raritanval.edu/planetarium
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Wednesday, August 4 - The BassBoards

concert
Where: Hunterdon County Library (outdoors, but indoors if it rains) 314 Route 12 Flemington, NJ
When: 6:30 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.hclibrary.us or 788-1434
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Thursday, August 5 - Storytime at Barnes and Noble

Storytime
All children love being read to. Every storytime, we explore a new theme. Join us for stories and activities and foster a love for reading in your little one.
Somerville
Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, 908-526-7425
Where: Somerville
Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, 908-526-7425
When: 10:30 AM (every Thursday morning)
Who: all children
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info:  908-526-7425 www.barnesandnoble.com
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Thursday, August 5 through Wednesday, August 25 - Rockin Rocket Ride RVCC Planetarium

“Rockin’ Rocket Ride”    Wednesdays through August 25   Songs help us explore the planets and learn what stars we can see tonight. 
Where: Venue: Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium Street address: 118 Lamington Road Town: Branchburg
When: 2:00 PM
Who: for families with kids ages 3-8
How: show up or call
Cost: Admission: $6 per person
For more info: Phone number: 908-231-8805 Website: www.raritanval.edu/planetarium
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Thursday, August 5 through Wednesday, August 25 - Tyco to the Moon RVCC Planetarium

Tyco to the Moon  3:00 p.m.  Wednesdays through August 25 Tycho the dog learns about night & day, space travel, moon phases, and some stars we can see tonight. 
Where: Venue: Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium Street address: 118 Lamington Road Town: Branchburg
When: 3:00 PM
Who: families with kids ages 5-10
How: show up or call
Cost: Admission: $6 per person
For more info: Phone number: 908-231-8805 Website: www.raritanval.edu/planetarium
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Thursday, August 5 - Rock Band and Wii @ the Library

Come play Rock Band and Wii at the Flemington Library! 
Where: Hunterdon County Library Lower Level Flemington
When: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM (every Thursday)
Who: Everyone, however it is library policy that anyone under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult
How: show up!
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.hclibrary.us/events.htm
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Thursday, August 5 - Summer Bedtime Stories

Bedtime storytime at North County Branch
Where: NCB Library 65 Halstead St Clinton, NJ 08809
When: 7:00 PM - 7:45 PM (register beginning 7/29/2010)
Who: ages 2-5 accompanied by an adult
How: register ahead www.hclibrary.us
Cost: FREE
For more info: next bedtime story will be 8/5/2010 (register beginning 7/29/2010)
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Friday, August 6 through Sunday, August 15 - Bethlehem Musik Fest

14 stages, 11 of which are completely free--every genre of music you can think of, including many shows for the kids 8/6/2010-8/15/2010
Where: Downtown Bethlehem, PA--closed off streets in the middle of the town
When: n/a
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE for 11 of 14 stages
For more info: http://www.musikfest.org/
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Friday, August 6 through Thursday, September 2 - Special Open Gym @ Kidz Fun Zone

Come play in a special open gym--both sides open--bounce and gym!  Bring a lunch and stay the day!
Where: Kidz Fun Zone 843 State Route 12 Suite B3 Frenchtown, NJ 08825
When: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM
Who: children up to the age of 10
How: show up
Cost: $7.00 per child for members, $9.00 per child for non-members
For more info: www.kidzfunzone.net
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Friday, August 6 through Friday, August 20 - Nature's Small Wonders

now until 8/20
Where: Bull's Island Recreation Area Route 29 Delaware Twp
When: 1:00 PM
Who: ages 3-5
How: Registration required 609-397-2949 or www.dandrcanal.com
Cost: FREE
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Friday, August 6 through Thursday, August 26 - Laser concert at RVCC Planetarium

Planetarium Programs – Laser Concert “Laser Kids 2” Thursdays through August 26 Description: Sing along with “Twist and Shout” and “Fireflies” while lasers draw pictures overhead. 
Where: Venue: Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium Street address: 118 Lamington Road Town: Branchburg
When: 3:00 PM
Who: for families with kids ages 6-12
How: show up or call
Cost: $6
For more info: Phone number: 908-231-8805 Website: www.raritanval.edu/planetarium
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Friday, August 6 through Friday, September 17 - Come Together

Friday night music series in Clinton until 9/17
Where: Main St, East Main St, and Lower Center Streets Clinton
When: 7:00 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: 908-713-1134
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Friday, August 6 through Friday, August 27 - Summer Skies RVCC Planetarium

Planetarium Programs  “Summer Skies”  Fridays through August 27 Description: Discover what stars are visible in tonight’s sky. 
Where: Venue: Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium Street address: 118 Lamington Road Town: Branchburg
When: 7:30 PM
Who: ages 8 to adult
How: show up or call
Cost: $6
For more info: Phone number: 908-231-8805 Website: www.raritanval.edu/planetarium
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Friday, August 6 through Friday, August 27 - Rock Laser Concerts RVCC Planetarium

Planetarium Programs – Laser Concerts  “Rock Laser Concerts”  Fridays through August 27 Description: Songs by ELO, Led Zeppelin, The Beatles, and Pink Floyd are illustrated in laser lights.  A different group is featured each week. 
Where: Venue: Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium Street address: 118 Lamington Road Town: Branchburg
When: 8:30 PM
Who: for ages 8-adult
How: show up or call
Cost: $6 per person
For more info: Phone number: 908-231-8805 Website: www.raritanval.edu/planetarium
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Friday, August 6 through Friday, September 3 - Friday Night Fireworks

join in the fireworks
Where: Riverfront, Lambertville
When: 9:30 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, August 7 - Kids Workshop

8/7--school bus pencil organizer 9/4--football display The Home Depot's Kids Workshops offer useful projects including the creation of toolboxes, fire trucks and mail organizers, as well as more educational projects, such as a window birdhouse, bughouse or Declaration of Independence frame kit.

The workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. Additionally, this fun time allows for quality one-on-one time between adults and children.

In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, and an achievement pin.
Where: Your local Home Depot store
When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: ages 5-12
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, August 7 - Home Depot Kids Workshops

school bus
Where: your local Home Depot
When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: ages 5-12
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.homedepot.com/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/ContentView?pn=Kids_Workshops&catalogId=10053&storeId=10051&langId=-1
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Saturday, August 7 - Honey Harvest

Do not wear perfume or hairspray to this!! Honey extraction, Kids' crafts (11-3)
Where: Howell Living History Farm Valley Rd off Rt 29, just south of Lambertville
When: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: $2 for the kids craft
For more info: www.howellfarm.org
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Saturday, August 7 - Peach festival and Country Auction

festival
Where: Community Presbyterian Church 220 Main St Chester
When: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: rain or shine 908-879-5091
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Saturday, August 7 through Saturday, August 28 - Live Music at Liberty Village Outlets

 
Sat, July 31: Emily Rose
Sat, Aug 7: Barynya
Sat, Aug 14: Fe
Sat, Aug 21: Hofbrauhaus
Sat, Aug 28: Siesta Key All Stars  
Where: Liberty Village Premium Outlets 1 Church Street Flemington, NJ, 08822
When: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: 908-782-8550.
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Sunday, August 8 - Children's Programs

Story Time for three-to-five year olds is held every Tuesday morning at 10:30 in the meeting room. The children, and the parents or care-givers who choose to stay, are entertained mainly by picture books, but with some poetry, scissor stories, or drawn stories mixed in. A craft related to the weekly theme completes the session, which generally runs a little longer than a half hour.
Where: meeting room of Flemington Free Library, 118 Main Street, Flemington
When: 10:30 am Tuesdays for 3-5 years, 10:30 am on Wednesdays for 2-3 years
Who: 3-5 years/2-3 years
How: Call (908) 782-5733, or visit [email protected]
Cost: free
For more info: parents or care-givers invited to stay
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Sunday, August 8 - Spinning, Weaving + Fiber Arts Day

Spinning, Weaving + Fiber Arts Day Peaceful Valley Orchards See how yarn and cloth are made by hand. Learn how wool is dyed naturally! Feed the goats and sheep that make the wool. Try spinning, other fiber arts and weave flowers on our outdoor farm loom! Hand crafted fiber items for sale. Hot dogs, farm tours and fresh produce available. Rain-or-shine
Where:  Peaceful Valley Orchards, 150 Pittstown Rd., Pittstown, NJ 08867
When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: Free admission
For more info: [email protected]  908-730-7748
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Thursday, August 12 - Preschool Storytime

Come join us for stories and songs!
Where: Washington Library 20 West Carlton Avenue,
Washington, NJ 07882 (Warren County)
When: 10:30 am
Who: 3-5 year olds
How: Phone: (908) 689-0201
Cost: FREE
For more info: Closed over Memorial Day weekend
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This Week's Calendar:

Sunday, August 8 through Thursday, February 24 - Bouncy Booktime

stories, songs and art for kids 4 months to 4 years
Where: Lambertville Library
When: 10 am and 11am
Who: 4 months to 4 years
How: 609-397-0275
Cost: FREE
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Teen Scene:

August 4th through September 6th

Wednesday, August 4 - Teen Idol

talent contest
Where: North County Branch Library 65 Halstead St Clinton
When: 7:00 PM
Who: grades 6-9
How: register to attend by calling 730-6834
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, August 28 - Hunger Games Event

Celebrate the release of Mockingjay

August 28, 2010 4:00 PM Mockingjay, the third and last installment of The Hunger Games, will be released on August 24. Pick up your copy at this special fan event . NOTE: this is NOT an author event.
Where: Flemington - Borders
325 US Highway 202
Flemington, NJ 08822
When: 4:00 PM
Who: ages 14 to 17
How: show up
Cost: FREE for event,  must buy the book for signing
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Monday, September 6 - Teen Rock & Read

Join us for our teen reading club! It's a fun and informal program that meets the fourth Monday of every month at 6:30pm. Lasting for about an hour, we have a great time eating pizza and discussing the latest books, music, movies, and technology.
Where: Warren County Library - Northeast Branch 63 Route 46 Hackettstown, NJ 07840
When: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Who: Ages 13 and up
How: Sign-ups required, either call the library at 908-813-3858 or email Kelly at [email protected]
Cost: FREE
For more info:  908-813-3858 or email Kelly at [email protected]
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Plan Ahead:

August 11th through August 29th

Wednesday, August 11 through Friday, August 13 - Somerset County 4-H Fair

county fair
Where: North Branch Park Milltown Rd Bridgewater Township
When: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.4histops.org  or 908-526-6644
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Wednesday, August 11 - Water Games and Sundae Party

water games and sundaes
Where: North County Branch Library 65 Halstead St Clinton
When: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: kids going into grades 6-9
How: register starting August 4th by calling or stopping by 730-6834
Cost: FREE
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Friday, August 13 through Sunday, August 22 - Rapunzel

Rapunzel-- Friday, Satruday 11:00am, Sunday 4pm
Where: Washington Crossing State Park Route 546 Hopewell Twp
When: varies
Who: all ages
How: show up
Cost: $5
For more info: www.dpacatoat.com
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Saturday, August 14 - Boot Camp

Come join us for a great workout with great women!
Where: Mine Brook Park Flemington, NJ
When: 9:00 AM
Who: women who want a great workout!
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.flemingtonbootcamps.com/
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Saturday, August 14 through Saturday, August 21 - Wheat Harvest

wheat harvest
Where: Howell Living History Farm Valley Rd off Route 29 South of Lambertville
When: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.howellfarm.org
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Saturday, August 14 - Lowe's Build and Grow

Build and Grow workshop 8/14 Bug Box 8/28 Secret compartment school bus
Where: Your local Lowe's
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/Home.aspx
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Saturday, August 14 - The Adventures of Ook and Gluk, Kung-Fu Cavemen

The Adventures of Ook and Gluk, Kung-Fu Cavemen

August 14, 2010 2:00 PM   Two silly caveboys named Ook and Gluk grew up together in Caveland, Ohio, in 500,001 BC. They're always getting in trouble with their nasty leader, Big Chief Goppernopper. Discover a new series by Dav Pilkey at this very special summer kids event. NOTE: THIS IS NOT A COSTUME CHARACTER EVENT.
Where: Flemington - Borders
325 US Highway 202
Flemington, NJ 08822
When: 2:00 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Sunday, August 15 - Butterflies and Other Bugs

bug program
Where: Round Valley Recreation Area Clinton Twp
When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: all ages
How: registration required 908-236-6355
Cost: $10
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Monday, August 16 through Friday, August 20 - Family Adventure Camp

family camp
Where: Bull's Island Recreation Area Route 29 Delaware Twp
When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: ages 6-10 with an adult
How: Registration is required 609-397-2949 or www.dandrcanal.com
Cost: FREE for everyone!
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Monday, August 16 - Singin' In the Rain

Singin in the Rain
Where: Washington Crossing State Park Route 546 Hopewell Twp
When: 8:00 PM (rain date of 8/17)
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: $10 per carload
For more info: www.dpacatoat.com
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Tuesday, August 17 - The Wiggles Live!

Come see the Wiggles Live!  Come and wiggle in the aisles for the "Wiggly Circus Live!" Tour. The Wiggles are excited to bring their highly interactive, fun and educational message to East Rutherford. Audience participation features include:
- Having fun with your favorite wiggly pal as they sing and dance through the audience.
- Starting the fun at home by creating a Wiggles sign and/or dressing up as your favorite character.
- Yelling "Wake up, Jeff!" whenever the lovable Purple Wiggle falls asleep onstage.
Where: IZOD Center East Rutherford, NJ
When: n/a
Who: everyone
How: purchaset tickets online http://www.ticketmaster.com/venueartist/69/705291?brand=izodcenter
Cost: varies
For more info:
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Tuesday, August 17 - Movie Night for Moms

Supersize Me--come watch this film with the women from Flemington Fat Burning Bootcamp
Where: The Little Gym Flemington, NJ
When: 7:00 PM
Who: anyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.flemingtonbootcamps.com/
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Thursday, August 19 - Special Teacher Event at Barnes and Noble

Open House Barnes & Noble @ School for Teachers!

Educator Event, Special Event
Educators, back-to-school just got a whole lot more fun with our new Barnes & Noble @ School department. Join us for a special Educator Open House featuring a section overview and tour, refreshments, raffle prizes and more!Thursday August 19, 2010 2:00 PM
Where: Somerville
Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, 908-526-7425
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Teachers
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Friday, August 20 - Storytime with Little Critter

Storytime with Little Critter

Children's Event
Come to the Children's Stage for a storytime featuring books by Mercer Mayer and a visit from their main character, Little Critter! Don't forget to bring your cameras!Friday August 20, 2010 11:00 AM
Where: Somerville Barnes and Noble
Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, 908-526-7425
When: 11:00 AM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, August 21 - Diaper Swap at Clothesline

Diaper Swap at Clothesline! Clothesline is owned and operated by a mother-daughter team. We sell children's clothing, cloth diapers, baby carriers, and gifts. Many of our items are organic. We are a socially responsible business and strive to be "green" in all our endeavors!
 

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Where:
Clothesline 44 Main Street Califon
When: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up or register to trade or sell your items by August 1st
Cost: varies
For more info: Cash only for gently used swap items. Cash and cards accepted for new items.
All are welcome to mingle, browse, meet other moms and learn about cloth diapering. Kids are welcome as well. Refreshments will be provided. If you wish to sell or trade your items, please register before August 1. More info or to register contact Alison at [email protected] or 770-313-3772
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Saturday, August 21 - Monsters, Inc

movie
Where: Chrisite Hoffman Farm Route 512 Tewksbury Twp
When: 7:30 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: 908-439-0022 ext 731 or www.tewksbury-twp.net
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Wednesday, August 25 through Sunday, August 29 - Hunterdon County 4-H Fair

County Fair--animals, vendors and much more!
Where: South County Park Route 179 West Amwell Twp
When: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM (Sunday is 10am-6pm)
Who: Something for everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.co.hunterdon.nj.us or 908-782-6809
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Friday, August 27 through Sunday, September 5 - Aladdin Jr

play  Friday, Saturday 11am, Sun 4pm
Where: Washington Crossing State Park Route 546 Hopewell Twp
When: varies
Who: all ages
How: show up
Cost: $5
For more info: www.dpacatoat.com
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Sunday, August 29 - Yo Gabba Gabba Live!

go see Yo Gabba Gabba Live! in Philadelphia!
Where: The Mann Center of Performing Arts Philadelphia, PA
When: n/a
Who: everyone
How: purchase tickets online
Cost: varies
For more info: http://www.yogabbagabbalive.com/
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Bic Ecolutions

Your Solution for Back to School--Giveaway

I was pleasantly surprised to find out that Bic has an eco-friendly line of school and office supplies, Ecolutions.  Now you can send your kids off to school knowing that you are still being green!

I was sent some great supplies to try out and I really like them! Mechanical pencils and ball point pens made from 74% recycled plastic and Wite-Out that is made up of 51% pre-consumer plastic.  Each mechanical pencil is the equivalent to 2.5 wood case pencils! They are great supplies that hold up to ...


Boot Camp

Join in the Fun!

If you still haven't checked out Flemington Fat Burning Bootcamp, August is the month to do it!  On August 14th, there will be another FREE boot camp session at Mine Brook Park in Flemington at 9:00am.  Then there will be a a movie night at the Little Gym in Flemington on August 17th 7:00pm to see the movie Super Size Me.

Come join the great group of women who attend Flemington Fat Burning Boot Camp and test it out for your self!

For more information, visit:

http ...


Dreambox Learning

Keeping those Math Skills Sharp

How do you make practicing Math fun?  I don't know how to make it fun, but thankfully, Dreambox does!  Dreambox is an online resource for parents and children that teaches kids age-appropriate Math, disguised in a game format. 

I had three of my children test it out, compliments of Dreambox Learning.  My children are different ages.  I have them entering preschool, First Grade and Third Grade this year, so having them test out the website was a good indication of how it would be.  Each one of them were ...


Eden Home

Organics for Mom

We have talked about lots of other great eco-friendly and organic products in this week's newsletter and now I get to tell you about some amazing organic products for moms and kids just in time for Back to School!

Eden Home has an gigantic selection of fun toys, housewares, and clothing.  Recently, they introduced a new organic clothing line and I was the lucky recipient of a Women's Organic Lounge Set.  Beautiful eggplant color, soft and comfortable, I love this outfit!  Perfect for relaxing after a long day ...


Fun Family DVDs from Cookie Jar

Win a Set of 8 DVDs!

Looking for great entertainment for your kids, that you will approve of and won't cost you a small fortune? Cookie Jar has just what you are looking for! We were sent several awesome titles to check out: NANOBOY, MONA THE VAMPIRE, HORSELAND, BUSYTOWN MYSTERIES, SUPER DUPER SUMOS, RICHARD SCARRY, WIMZIE'S HOUSE, and the WORLD OF QUEST.   

These shows are highly recommended by my boys, especially the World of Quest, Super Duper Sumos, and Nanoboy.  All of the shows were fun, though. I am sure you will remember Richard ...


Kids Konserve

Discount Available! Get Yours for School!

We received a great alternative to plastic lunchboxes for the new school year--a lunch kit from Kids Konserve.  Each Waste-Free Lunch Kit contains an assortment of stainless steel containers with brightly colored lids, stainless steel bottle for your drink, a cloth napkin (great idea!), and a food cozy for sandwiches.  All of this wrapped up in an adorable recycled cotton bag with different patterns for boys (caterpillars) and girls (butterflies).  Very cute, highly functional, and original, this is a great way to save on plastic waste and know that your ...


Lil' Shopper Play Set

Want a cute toy for the little person in your life?  Check out Lil' Shopper from Earlyears by International Playthings. We were sent one of these adorable sets, which consists of six interactive and fun pieces for your baby to play with.  A little shopping bag with soft groceries, the textures ands sounds make this a great sensory toy.  A very soft and sturdy shopping bag, crinkly banana, rattling orange that opens and closes, chiming apple with a crinkle leaf, rattling cabbage, and a cute milk carton with a peek-a-boo ...


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Finger Paints

Fingerpaint!

  • 1 Cup Flour
  • 2 Tablespoons Salt
  • 1 1/2 Cups Cold Water
  • 1 1/4 Cups Hot Water
  • Food Coloring

  1. Combine the flour, salt, and cold water in a saucepan.
  2. Beat with a wire whisk until smooth.
  3. Heat the mixture over medium heat, & slowly stir in hot water.
  4. continue stirring until the mixture boils & begins to thicken.
  5. Remove from heat & beat with a whisk until smooth.
  6. Divide the mixture into several containers.
  7. Add food coloring to each container and stir.
  8. Get to painting! :)

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Cyber Bullying

One of our biggest fears about sending our kids to school, “back in the day” was that they may be a target of the playground bully.  If only that were the case now!  With all the new technology kids can get their hands on comes a new type of harassment that can happen anytime, anywhere….cyber-bullying.   As cyber-bullying is on the increase, we parents need to know how it happens and what action we can take to help protect our kids.

Cyber-bullying is a different kind of beast when it ...


Sanuk sandals

Snag Your Own Pair!

Wow, did you know you can even buy green shoes?!  Yes, you can! Some Sanuk sandals are made entirely from recycled materials.  Started back in 1997, Sanuk was created when Jeff Kelley made a pair of sandals from indoor/outdoor carpet backing and inner tubes. The company has evolved and spread from there.  Fun, functional, and comfortable, Sanuk makes really great sandals of all different styles. We received a pair of Sidewalk Surfers to review and my little skater is a big fan!  Easy going and creative style flows through ...


Soda Stream

Soda Lover's Dream!

I will admit it, I am a soda addict.....and I am ok with that.  I love my Diet Coke, what can I say?  Well, I heard about Soda Stream on an infomercial one night....what is it about those infomercials that suck you in and really make you want to buy something?  It had me intrigued. 

I recently received a Soda Stream to try out for myself.  Slightly skeptical, but hopeful, I tried out the machine.  I love how compact the machine is and it is really easy to ...


Voskos Yogurt

I love yogurt, so when I received the great line of Voskos Greek yogurt products, I couldn't wait to try it out! 

High in protein and flavor, Voskos Greek Yogurt is rich, creamy, and delicious.  One of my favorite breakfasts in yogurt and granola.  I was excited to try this yogurt in place of my regular kind.  You can pick from flavors like honey vanilla bean, fig, blueberry, and plain.  Every single one I tried was so good.  I was curious to know if my kids would like it ...


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