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Highlights from January 2008

Theatres & Music Venues

Kids are never too young for culture. You can find something in the Twin Cities for every age group! Ballet Arts Minnesota 528 Hennepin Avenue, Ste 208, Mpls, MN PHONE: 612-340-1070 WEBSITE: BalletArtsMinnesota.org Description: In collaboration with the Minneapolis Park...Kids are never too young for culture. You can find something in the Twin Cities for every age group!

Ballet Arts Minnesota 528 Hennepin Avenue, Ste 208, Mpls, MN PHONE: 612-340-1070 WEBSITE: BalletArtsMinnesota.... Read more

Museums, Historical Sites, & Landmarks

Discover, learn, and generally have a good time. Alexander Ramsey House Address: 265 South Exchange Street, St. Paul, MN PHONE: 651-296-8760 or 651-296-0100 WEBSITE: MNHS.org Description: The well-preserved Victorian home of Minnesota's first territorial governor, Alexander Ramsey. The home is...Discover, learn, and generally have a good time.

Alexander Ramsey House Address: 265 South Exchange Street, St. Paul, MN PHONE: 651-296-8760 or 651-296-0100 WEBSITE: MNHS.org Description: The well-preserved V... Read more

Children's Vision, a Guiding Mechanism in Growth and Development

By Dr. Linda Chous, Pediatric Optometrist The child has homework left unfinished, difficulty remembering what was read, and omits, repeats or misspells small words. These may be symptoms of a vision problem. Eighty perc... Read more



Complete January 2008 Archive
Minnesota's Singing Sisters -"SISTER!": Notable Minnesota Moms
Twin Cities Toy Stores: Good Enough Stuff
Zoos, Aquariums, and Wildlife Centers
What Happens When Mom Dates?: Good Enough Moms
Far Away Family
Bonding With Grandparents
Respect My Authority!
Top 10 Romantic Anniversary Ideas
Home Alone?: Good Enough Moms
Medical Care During Pregnancy
March Menu Planner
Mastery of Early Math and Reading Skills by Kindergarten Linked to Better School Performance Later
I Need to Go Back to School if I Expect to Earn More - Think Again
How Becoming Parents Affects Your Relationship
Protect Your Child's Privacy
Risk Prevention for Single Parent Families
The Golden Rules for Cyber Ethics
Rights in the Workplace: Mom Talks Law
Am I Doing Okay?: Five Concepts That Define Single Parent Success
Mmmm Chocolate
Bullying: The Other Child Abuse
Non-Traditional Families Can Have Tradition!
Notable Minnesota Families: The Khabies
Minnesota Family Getaways
20 Fun Ideas That Won't Break The Bank
Throw a Theme Party
9 Easy to Make Musical Instruments for Kids
Paper Bag Scrapbook--with Personality
Clothespin Magnets
How to Cure your Kid's Rainy Day & Summer Boredom Blues

January 2008 Archives

Ongoing Storytimes


Monday Jammies Storytime- St. Paul Central Library, St. Paul Join library staffers for stories, rhymes, songs, and games before bedtime. Ages 2-9. 6:30pm Cost is free St. Paul Central Library 90 W. 4th St. Paul, MN 55102 651-266-7000 Visit website:...

Monday

Jammies Storytime- St. Paul Central Library, St. Paul
Join library staffers for stories, rhymes, songs, and games before bedtime. Ages 2-9.
6:30pm
Cost is free
St. Paul Central Library
90 W. 4th
St. Paul, MN 55102
651-266-7000
Visit website: www.sppl.org



Tuesdays

Play and Learn Time- Sunray Library, East St. Paul
Parents and kids can enjoy age-appropriate books and toys during a drop-in educational playtime. Ages 0-5.
10:30am-noon
Cost is free
Sunray Library
2105 Wilson Aven ... Continue reading Ongoing Storytimes.


Where to Get a Free Makeover in Minneapolis-St. Paul


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By Megan Torrini



No one will argue that moms want, and deserve, a feel-good experience and a fresh new look, and what better way to do this than with a free makeover. Working, taking care of the home, and everything that goes along with taking care of the children really takes its toll on a parent, especially mothers. Let's face it- moms just don't have the time or energy to take care of themselves as much as they'd want to. Women in the Twin Cities have several options when it comes to finding a free makeover.



The Merle Norman Cosmetic Studio
The legendary Merle Norma ... Continue reading Where to Get a Free Makeover in Minneapolis-St. Paul.


Valentine Fun--Make Your Own Cards


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from KidCreate Studio


This year, save yourself a trip to the store for another box of Dora, Spongebob or Scooby Doo Valentines. Have your kids create their own cards using these great art techniques. They will have so much fun, they won't even miss the cartoon characters!


Stencil Fun
Kidcreate's teacher Chloe says stencils are all the rage in graffiti art. So, with this stencil technique your child will be making some very hip valentines!

What you will need:
White letter size paper
Index cards
Scissors
Oil pastels


... Continue reading Valentine Fun--Make Your Own Cards.


Amusement Parks and Water Parks


Where to go in the Twin Cities for thrill, chills, and spills. Amusement Parks Como Town 1302 Midway Parkway, St. Paul Phone:651-487-2121 Website: ComoTown.com Description: This new addition to the Twin Cities features rides for young and old alike. Take...

Where to go in the Twin Cities for thrill, chills, and spills.

Amusement Parks

Como Town 1302 Midway Parkway, St. Paul Phone:651-487-2121 Website: ComoTown.com Description: This new addition to the Twin Cities features rides for young and old alike. Take a ride on the spinning teacups or battle it out at the water balloon battle area.

The Park at MOA
Mall of America, 5000 Center Court, Bloomington
Phone:952-883-8500
Website: TheParkAtMOA.com
Description: This is the nations largest indoor amusement park featuring over seven-acres of entertainment and more ... Continue reading Amusement Parks and Water Parks.


About MomTalk.com


Who We Are

MomTalk.com was created by a group of Twin Cities moms who felt there was a real need for a resource that provides timely, relevant and trusted content to moms, by moms and for moms.


Behind the scenes of MomTalk you will find not corporate cubicles but a fun family-friendly environment filled with moms and often little ones. We have an expectant mother - to one with kids in college- and everything in between!


We understand the joys and stresses of being a mom and hope that MomTalk will be useful and exciting for you - a place to learn, to share, and to connect.


Who ... Continue reading About MomTalk.com.


Birthing Resources in the Twin Cities


A local guide to Birthing Resources in the Twin Cities area:



Birth Pathways- Offers a series of classes that emphasizes labor and birth as a natural process, which focuses on the person as a whole. This 7 week session meets once a week and covers topics like planning, labor and delivery, breastfeeding, and postpartum care. Private classes are also available. The classes are taught by Amy Pass, who is trained in various different methods of child birth techniques. She uses a combination of methods to fit each mother depending on their individual needs.
Located in S. Minneapolis (call for appo ... Continue reading Birthing Resources in the Twin Cities.


Indulge in an Overnight Delight


By Telly Scotchmeyer


So you really need a getaway but you can't afford a vacation? Terrible week at work, but the kids have a birthday party on Sunday, and you can't take the whole weekend off? Consider a local escape -- one night at a nice hotel in town can be a great way to rejuvenate without excessive time or expense.


Find a place in town that fits your budget. Have the kids stay over with friends, or pay a babysitter to spend the night. Pack a small bag with toiletries for the night, and you're off. Twenty minutes later you're laying in a king-sized bed, watching movies and ordering room service. Somehow w ... Continue reading Indulge in an Overnight Delight.


Theatres & Music Venues


Kids are never too young for culture. You can find something in the Twin Cities for every age group! Ballet Arts Minnesota 528 Hennepin Avenue, Ste 208, Mpls, MN PHONE: 612-340-1070 WEBSITE: BalletArtsMinnesota.org Description: In collaboration with the Minneapolis Park...

Kids are never too young for culture. You can find something in the Twin Cities for every age group!



Ballet Arts Minnesota
528 Hennepin Avenue, Ste 208, Mpls, MN PHONE: 612-340-1070
WEBSITE: BalletArtsMinnesota.org

Description: In collaboration with the Minneapolis Park and Recreation Board, the Ballet Arts Minnesota plays host to the Children's Nutcracker at the State Theatre in Minneapolis every November.

Bloomington Civic Theatre
1800 W. Old Shakopee Rd., Bloomington, MN PHONE: 952-340-1070
WEBSITE: BloomingtonCivicTheatre.org

Description: Bringing a ... Continue reading Theatres & Music Venues.


Museums, Historical Sites, & Landmarks


Discover, learn, and generally have a good time. Alexander Ramsey House Address: 265 South Exchange Street, St. Paul, MN PHONE: 651-296-8760 or 651-296-0100 WEBSITE: MNHS.org Description: The well-preserved Victorian home of Minnesota's first territorial governor, Alexander Ramsey. The home is...

Discover, learn, and generally have a good time.



Alexander Ramsey House
Address: 265 South Exchange Street, St. Paul, MN PHONE: 651-296-8760 or 651-296-0100 WEBSITE: MNHS.org

Description: The well-preserved Victorian home of Minnesota's first territorial governor, Alexander Ramsey. The home is filled with beautiful original crystal, marble and woodwork, as well as, orignal furnishings. Reservations are recommended.

American Swedish Institute
Address: 2600 Park Avenue, Minneapolis, MN PHONE: 612-871-4907
WEBSITE: AmericanSwedishInst.org

Description: This ... Continue reading Museums, Historical Sites, & Landmarks.


Children's Vision, a Guiding Mechanism in Growth and Development


By Dr. Linda Chous, Pediatric Optometrist


The child has homework left unfinished, difficulty remembering what was read, and omits, repeats or misspells small words. These may be symptoms of a vision problem. Eighty percent of a child's learning is accomplished through sight and at least one quarter of all kids have vision problems. While parents depend on school eye screenings, screenings are diagnostically limited, and eyesight is just one component of vision.


Vision is a kind of guiding mechanism in growth and development, in navigating daily life, and plays a role in eye-hand coordination. Vision ... Continue reading Children's Vision, a Guiding Mechanism in Growth and Development.