School Readiness
By - Maureen Barrett
No matter how much fun gets packed in my family's summer calendar, there is something bittersweet about turning that calendar page to "August" and the passing of these cicada-symphonic days that somehow seem to rush by faster than those first anticipatory summer days in June, when my kids couldn't wait for school to let out. Circulars pad my Sunday paper with ads trumpeting Back to School sales for clothes, school supplies, dorm furnishings... and I contemplate, not for the first time, where resides that place where I can enjoy one more day/week/month of all those things I am not ready to give up? And yet...
As a preschool teacher and mother of four
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I am on a bit of an organic and all natural kick for my family. I just discovered a wonderful body wash and wanted to share it with DC Metro Mommy readers. Note if you are a fan of Origins Ginger Soufflé, you will be hooked. Burt's Bees Citrus & Ginger Root Body Wash is heavenly!
The citrus and ginger root scent is amazing! After buying buckets of Dora Bubble Bath, I decided I too needed a treat!
Happy
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Fashionistas get ready! Always a good time, get a friend and head out to Georgetown for a night of clothes, cocktails & conversations. This event typically sells out quickly. Mark your calendar, tickets for the District Sample Sale go on sale on August 12, 2010. For informations, visit this LINK.
Tickets for the District Sample Sale Fall 2010:
- Fall 2010 tickets will be available to purchase online: August 12, 2010
- Please contact info@districtsamplesale.com with any questions. Thanks so much and we'll see you on Thursday, September 16!
General Admission
Your ticket includes:
Admission to the sale from 6:30-9:30pm
Cocktails & hors d'oeuvres
VIP Ticket
Your ticket includes the above plus:
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The latest installment of "Mission: Design" brought me to Vienna, VA. I first discovered Fabulous Finds on a local design blog. I was immediately taken with the beautiful furniture, and in all truth, the attractive prices. When I noticed that the venue was a mere two miles from my house, I had to find out more.
The owner of Fabulous Finds, Sharon Hayden, was immediately open to sharing the story of her business. When we met, I was instantly enamored with the antiques in her barn as well as her lovely home and property. I also could not believe that I had passed Sharon's home a 1,000 times in my travels! Fabulous Finds is truly a hidden gem.
As I learned more, it became clear
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ONE LUCKY READER CAN WIN TWO TICKETS TO OVO. ENTER TO WIN BY POSTING A COMMENT AT THE BOTTOM OF THIS BLOG. THE WINNER WILL BE ANNOUNCED ON AUGUST 20, 2010.
I have long been a fan of Cirque du Soleil. I have seen two shows in the DC Metro area and one in Las Vegas. The shows are simply mesmerizing. It is beyond astonishing what the human body can do with limited support, suspended in mid-air. Set to music, each Cirque du Solei show promises gravity defying acts executed by gifted dancers and performers. You are taken to another world.
Understandably, I was elated when I heard about the new Cirque du Soleil show that is coming to our area. Cirque du Soleil will return to Washington DC with
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Pear Tree Cottage is proud to announce its second anniversary and will celebrate by holding the largest sale of the year! The Anniversary Sale will be held from Wednesday July 21st to Sunday July 25th. All merchandise is on sale from 20 - 25% off and some additional discounts of up to 50% on some items.
More than 70 items, including select lamps, furniture, home accents, garden items and gifts, have been marked down 20 - 50% until the merchandise sells. New merchandise has been arriving weekly in preparation for the sale.
Pear Tree Cottage
130 Maple Avenue, East
Vienna, VA
P: (703) 938-1331
Web site: http://www.thepeartreecottage.com/
Email: Info@ThePearTreeCottage.com
The Washingtonian
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Washington D.C. is an exciting city that attracts over 15 million visitors annually. Both children and adults descend on this fantastic family-friendly destination. I consider myself fortunate to call the DC Metro area home. On any given day there is an endless array of activities in our Nation's Capital. If you are planning a trip to the DC Metro area these attractions are my "Top 10 Things to Do with Kids in Washington D.C. ".
Located in the middle of Cleveland Park, the Smithsonian National Zoological Park is a beautiful urban park offering family fun and excitement, kid-friendly educational programs, and a great venue to
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After becoming an instant fan of Ekster Antiques at the recent Luckett's Antique Fair, I decided I needed to learn more about this wildly successful business. Since so many of my favorite items were being sold out from under me, I quickly asked the owner, Caroline Verschoor, if she had any additional inventory. I was then told about the Ekster Antique Barn Sale, held on June 19 - 20, 2010. It was a wonderful day that included furniture, fun and an interview with one amazing lady.
I initially thought that the Ekster Antique Barn Sale would be a perfect story for my new "Design Bug" section. After interviewing Caroline for my series "Mission: Design", I quickly discovered her story
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Ekster Antiques & Uniques News
BARN SALE
June 19 - 20, 2010
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You must, get to the next Ekster BARN SALE on June 19 and 20th, Sat. and Sunday, both days from 10-5!!!
The barn is filled-to-the-brim with amazing antiques, furniture and home décor accessories.
Parking is available from 9 a.m. on the premises (riding rink). All are items are new to the public!
Preview pictures are now available on the Ekster Antiques Facebook page. You can also call Caroline at 540-454-2944.
Ekster Antiques Barn Sale
38532 Pheasant Hill Lane
Hamilton Virginia 20158
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DC Metro Mommy is officially on Facebook. See fun photos, stories and recommendation on the DC Metro Mommy.com Facebook page. Stay tuned for the full Facebook story coming July 2010.
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I have long loved the work of local photographer Johanna Waisley from Simply Create. She is a genius with photography and children. Her latest venture focuses on children's artwork.
The Simple Create Masterpiece Collage is a collection of your child's artwork formed into an amazing keepsake. Your little one's artwork will adorn your wall and provide a wonderful memory for years to come. Johanna was kind enough to make a Simple Create Masterpiece Collage for me. It was just amazing. It made me stop and appreciate the bounty of art my daughter had lovely created over the past year at preschool. The mandatory tears followed. Why must children grow so quickly? I have to buy more for
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I was recently asked by the creator of My Little Nomads to contribute a "Top 10 Things to Do with Kids in Washington DC" to this wonderful and fun travel site.
To see the article, visit http://mylittlenomads.com/washingtondc-with-kids/.
Note I will soon be posting the information to my Calendar page.
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This is it...the event that we've been waiting for all year...The Lucketts Store Spring Market!!! The fair will be bigger and better than ever this year - dealers are coming in from all over the country and more are still signing up as we speak! The Old Lucketts Store will be chock-full, and The Design House will be open, too.
The weather looks like it's gonna be good - a 30% chance of rain means a 70% chance of sun!! (throw a raincoat in the car just in case)...and seriously, bring the trailer!
Lucketts 11th Annual Spring Market, Saturday May 22 & Sunday May 23
10am til 5pm
$7 admission, children 12 and under FREE
703-779-0268
LINK:
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Ever have that moment in a store where you are minutes from a toddler meltdown? Ever looked up to the heavens and asked God for just 5 more minutes of peace until you clear checkout? I have. Have you ever looked above and wished for just 15 minutes of calm to allow you to take a much needed shower? After all it has been a few days. Surely you have crossed your fingers and prayed that the d@mn minivan in front of you would find the gas pedal and the power to get out of your way before you are late for another preschool pickup. Been there? I have and I think many other mothers can share the similar stories. You are now getting the flavor for the hilarious new book, Mommy Prayers.
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So your little one loves Thomas the Train. Your pretty little lady would like nothing more than to spend the day on the Metro. For all those little guys and girls that LOVE trains, I have an event for you!
Amtrak will be celebrating America's love for rail travel at the 3rd Annual National Train Day event in Washington D.C. on Saturday May 8 from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. (EST). This is a great event for the whole family and the best part is that it's FREE!
This year, avid train fan and actor Taye Diggs of Private Practice will be at Union Station to help celebrate 140 years of train travel throughout the country. Since Taye has lived in New York all of his adult life, he has a strong connection
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