Events,Giveaways and the lives of Akron Moms
Summer is unofficially here in Ohio. Sidewalks are full of tomato plants and planted basil, hanging baskets are on sale for $8.97, and I’m ready for the abundance of fruits and vegetables that will find their way to my table! I love the farmers market- seeing sometimes bulging fruits and vegetables barely contained by their [...]
No doubt, Smucker’s (an Ohio-based food manufacturer) makes good peanut butter. Not only we support Ohio-based businesses, my family loves Smucker’s Peanut Butter and Strawberry Jelly. The combination makes a yummy PB&J sandwich that my son takes to school twice a week. Smucker’s Peanut Butter Recall 2011 Anyway, Smucker’s is voluntarily recalling their 16 ounce jar Natural Peanut Butter due to salmonella contamination. [...]
Below is a list of places in Summit County that offer Holiday Assistance for Thanksgiving and Christmas in the form of food baskets, toys, coats, and more. Check your local church as well. If you have an organization that offers assistance, please comment below to add. Also see Akron Community Resources post for a list [...]
As a working mom of two, I rely a lot on nearby stores for convenience. I only have a small window of time in the evening. It is between the time I leave work to going home and getting the kids fed and ready for bed. My baby is nine month old. Though he is only an infant, with elderly [...]
Finding the right dentist for your child is crucial. The right dentistry will help you and your child develop good life-long oral healthcare without the fear and stress so often associated with going to the dentist. Are you looking for a good Pediatric Dentist in Akron, Ohio? Particularly the Hudson, Stow, Streetsboro, Kent, Tallmadge area? [...]
When you think of the word “homeless” what comes to your mind? Your first response is probably a visual of a man or woman on a corner holding a cardboard sign. As we drive by, we only have moments to learn about them and evaluate their circumstance. Sometimes we judge them and mutter words like [...]
Visit our UPDATED list of Apple Orchards in Akron, Ohio and Summit, Medina. Portage, and Wayne Counties for 2012. What time is it? Apple Pickin’ time! This is the best list of Apple Orchards in Akron, Ohio and Summit, Medina. Portage, and Wayne Counties. Please share with all your friends and family. Please also see: 2011 [...]
Kids haircuts is just one more thing I have to check off of our Back-to-School list. Luckily, Remington College-Cleveland Campus is offering FREE Haircuts for Kids now through August 23, 2011. Plus, adults who bring a child in for Cuts for Kids will get 50 % off select services for themselves, including haircuts, styling and [...]
It’s hard to believe, but the Back to School push is on! Most local schools start in the next couple of weeks. Check out our awesome list of Consignment and Resale Stores in your area before you panic while calculating how much it’s going to cost to outfit your kids for school! Below are consignment stores in Akron and Summit [...]
A cup of coffee doesn’t buy you a 12 hour seat at New York City Starbucks anymore. High-traffic New York City Starbucks have been covering up power outlets to chase away ‘squatters’. Squatters are people who hog up good seats pretending to be busy with their laptops and stay there for hours. For just a price of a cup [...]
A few days ago, I wrote an article about the possibility of paper books going away. Today I found out that the Digital Bookmobile would be coming to Akron, OH in the beginning of August 2011. Maybe this new kid on the block is coming to replace his paper cousin. What is Digital Bookmobile? The [...]
Whoever has traveled in the Merriman Valley, coming down the hill from Smith Road joining to Riverview (Merriman)Road could be intimidating. With the busy traffic and the existing signal lights, there have been traffic accidents and confused drivers reported around that intersection. Good news (or bad news?), everyone. Akron will begin a roundabout project there [...]
I received a postcard from the Summit County Health District in my utilities bill this month that had some tips/facts on rabies and how to prevent rabies for our kids and pets. I thought that I would share with you all so that we all have a safe Spring/Summer and rabies free! What exactly is [...]
There are a lot of deer in Ohio. A LOT. Recent estimates state that their are about 800,000 in Ohio 2011. Recent hunting takes out more than 200,000 deer every year, but don’t worry- their breeding supply far exceeds that demand. I firmly believe that there will be 1,427 deer in my backyard this year [...]
Do you want to be the super fantastic all star of your family this week? Do you want to use your exciting ‘web browser’ skills to find money for your family that is rightfully theirs? It’s simple really Every so often the state of Ohio receives word of funds available from various entities- be it [...]
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My name is Cindy, I am an active stay-at-home mom of two kids ages 6 & 8. I am the lead author and developer of this blog. I married my husband Matt in 1998, after dating 4 years through college. My role in our family takes many forms: … [Read More...]
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May 15, 2013