Wednesday, April 29, 2009
Wednesday, April 22, 2009
State Fair Park Spring Plant Sale this weekend!
The 23rd Annual Spring Affair will feature plants, programs and demonstrations to help you learn about updating your garden spaces. This event is free and open to the public.
Saturday, April 25, 2009, 9:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m.
The 2009 plant sale will be in the Agricultural Hall at State Fair Park. More than 1,000 different varieties of plants will be available. Most are perennials but some are annual herbs and temperennial plants--hardy in warmer regions and grown as annuals in Nebraska. In addition, vendors selling garden art, sculpture, birdhouses and other items will be on hand.
The plants, purchased from Bluebird Nursery in Clarkson, Neb., are selected for their hardiness in Nebraska and for their past popularity. There is no charge to visit the sale. Plants cost between $2.50 and $7 each depending on pot size; some large specimens or rare specialty plants may be priced slightly higher. Credit cards accepted.
WHAT TO DO?...WEDNESDAYS!
Mon, April 27th
- Philanthropizza at California Pizza Kitchen located in One Pacific Place, Omaha, NE. Just bring this flyer to your server when ordering. Whether at lunch or dinner, 20% of your check will go to directly BENEFIT Omaha's Henry Doorly Zoo.
- Google: Unlock the Coolest Possibilities. Did you know that Google provides free web-based word processing to everyone on Earth? Learn how to pinpoint where your friends are at any moment by tracking their cell phone location. Take a tour of Pearl Harbor. Fly an airplane through the Grand Canyon. These are all possible with free software from Google. Prepare for an evening of fun at First State Bank in Fremont, NE. 7-9pm. This FREE class is by reservation only. Call 721-2500.
- Spring Boutique & Greenhouse Grand Opening at TLC Country Floral, 1442 County Rd. 18, Hooper, NE. contact Sue Fase at 654-2058 with questions. Directions: drive North of Fremont on Hwy 77 about 5 miles to County Rd. "O", turn left onto this road and drive 4 miles West. Turn right and head North on County Rd. 18 --- first acreage on the right. (If you have never been there, it's a beautiful setting, with beautiful plants, flowers and indoor/outdoor garden themed items to purchase. So worth the trip to the country! -dawn t., MOPS Publicity)
- Mother's Day Dinner at Delicious in Valley, NE. They will be serving a Chicken Marsala dinner at the loft, 11:30am-2:30pm. Limited seating, call Wendy to reserve seating at 660-7040.
- May Luncheon & Strolling Fashion Show at The Loft in Valley NE. $25/person. Crafters and loft tours will also take place during this event featuring fashions from Nancy's Boutique. Call 660-7040 for tickets.
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
WHAT TO DO?...WEDNESDAYS!
Sat, April 18th
- Fremont YMCA Healthy Kids Day. 9am-noon. The event is FREE and open to the public. Fun things to do include: heart smart stations, games, healthy snacking, giveaways and more. The Fremont fire station crew will have a fire truck on display as well as a police cruiser and Runza Rex.
- First United Methodist Women's 43rd annual Spring Luncheon. Tickets are $7ea. Seating times are 10:45am-noon and 12:15-1:15pm. call 721-0817.
Tuesday, April 14, 2009
Bruschetta 'N Cheese Stuffed Chicken Breasts
go here to Kraft Foods website to view & print this recipe.
Read more...Friday, April 10, 2009
Deals & Steals!
Check out Carter's stores big sale going on now and click here for a $10 off a $50 purchase coupon -good until April 15th. The new Carter's baby/kid's store is now open at Village Point in Omaha!
Thursday, April 9, 2009
Family Time Thursdays...Game Time!
To create a free "memory" game for toddlers,
- pick up some Disney Color paint samples from Home Depot or a paint store that sells Behr paints.
- get two of each color in several shades.
The Mickey Mouse themed cards make playful fun
out of learning colors for younger tots too.
out of learning colors for younger tots too.
Mom Tip: laminate the cards for extra durability.
Wednesday, April 8, 2009
WHAT TO DO?...WEDNESDAYS!
Register NOW for "Go Fish"
Community Vacation Bible School 2009
for children ages 3 years of age to school age grade 6.
(3 year olds must have turned 3 by Oct 15th, 2008 & be potty trained)
NEW for 2009, GO FISH VBS!.
First Lutheran will be partnering with Salem Lutheran, Fremont Presbyterian, and First United Methodist church to bring a community VBS to Fremont. This program will be held June 8-12 from 1pm-4:30pm at Midland Lutheran College. Print an on-line registration form and view details HERE.
Sat, April 18th
- Catholic Daughter's Spring Luncheon at 11:30am. Featured speaker is Joan Burney. Tickets are $10 and sold in advance only. deadline to purchase tickets is Friday, April 10th. call 727-9250 (Kathy) or 719-8023 (Shirley) to purchase.
- Free Family Event at Michael's craft store on west Maple St. Omaha, NE. 10am-1pm Come join us to make a cute spring critter craft project for FREE. Ages 5-12 are welcome.
- Girl's Night Out at Fremont's Earl May store. 4-8pm. Hourly door prizes, food & drink, special displays, and seminars on container gardening and proper landscaping.
- Have a girl's night out with comedian, Kerri Pomarolli for some clean Christian comedy. 7pm at Brookside Church in Omaha, NE. Doors open at 6pm to see the spectacular table settings set for this event that includes dinner/dessert. Tickets are $18 each. Menu: chicken salad w/spring greens, croissant, and raspberry torte. Check out her website here & view information about reserving tickets here.
- Women of Faith conference in DesMoines Iowa. Join us for a remarkable weekend where you will laugh, cry, and realize that you are not alone. Heart-felt hilarious messages, gripping drama and amazing music --an experience like no other. Special guests include Steven Curtis Chapman and more. View website here.
- Free Skin Cancer Screening at Midwest Cancer Center, 17201 Wright St, Omaha NE. 10am-noon. register by calling 1-800-alegent today as space is limited. May is National skin cancer awareness month.
- FREE Wilton Demo at Michael's craft store 1-3pm at west Maple St, Omaha NE. Wilton makes it easy to celebrate Spring with your favorite decorated mini-treats. With the latest decorating products and ideas, we'll show you how!
- Tailgate Party with NE Huskers head coach, Bo Pelini at Christensen Field in Fremont NE. 5-8pm. $50/ticket. Dinner included. Call St. Pat's Church for tickets at 721-6611. Proceeds go to the Archbishop Bergan Catholic Elementary School.
Tuesday, April 7, 2009
Taking Care of the "ME" in mommy!
Growing YOUR Life...
"Whatever you can do, or dream you can, begin it.
Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it."
-Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe
An excerpt from Sandra Lee Semi-Homemade magazine, April/May 2009...A song I love by John Mellencamp, "Your Life is Now," always makes me stop and think. In it, he asks some pretty profound questions: "Would you teach your children to tell the truth/Would you take the high road if you could choose?" In his lovely lyrics, he reminds us that as we ponder our own unique paths of personal discovery, we should choose our steps with care: "This is your time here to do what you will do."
Isn't that an amazing idea? That life is such a continuous and unceasing force it surges right along no matter what-whether we want it to or not-and that every thing, person, and event that crosses our paths is an opportunity to become the person we are meant to be.
Today is the day to make your garden grow. There is no time for wishing you were somewhere else or someone else. You are amazing and will become the beautiful bouquet you were intended to be if you simply breathe and bloom where you are planted. You life is now!
Inner Interests:
Read more...
Boldness has genius, power, and magic in it."
-Johann Wolfgang Von Goethe
An excerpt from Sandra Lee Semi-Homemade magazine, April/May 2009...A song I love by John Mellencamp, "Your Life is Now," always makes me stop and think. In it, he asks some pretty profound questions: "Would you teach your children to tell the truth/Would you take the high road if you could choose?" In his lovely lyrics, he reminds us that as we ponder our own unique paths of personal discovery, we should choose our steps with care: "This is your time here to do what you will do."
Isn't that an amazing idea? That life is such a continuous and unceasing force it surges right along no matter what-whether we want it to or not-and that every thing, person, and event that crosses our paths is an opportunity to become the person we are meant to be.
Today is the day to make your garden grow. There is no time for wishing you were somewhere else or someone else. You are amazing and will become the beautiful bouquet you were intended to be if you simply breathe and bloom where you are planted. You life is now!
Inner Interests:
- Take an inventory of your life on paper-either professionally, personally, or both. Decide which parts need pruning and what requires more cultivation. Next, brainstorm about what steps are needed to get to the next stage, and envision a road map that will help guide you there.
- Reward yourself with a blessings book, and count them as you go. In it, write down what makes you grateful and what keeps you humble, and record prayers and meditations to sustain you in tough times.
- Create a secret sanctuary in your home. Whether outdoors or inside, this is a just-for-you place to daydream, read a good book, or simply sit still, relax, and reflect on life's joys. Fill your space with comforting colors, textures, and keepsakes.
Monday, April 6, 2009
Mouthwatering Mondays - Candy Bar Cake
Are you planning a girlfriend's night out? This cake is amazing, and everyone knows that calories shared with friends don't really count. Right?
Candy Bar Cake
2 cups flour
1 1/2 tsp. baking soda
1/2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 cups sugar
1/2 cup butter or margarine, softened
3 eggs
1 tsp. vanilla
4 oz. baking chocolate, melted & cooled
1 cup buttermilk
1 can (14 oz) sweetened condensed milk
1/2 cup caramel ice cream topping
1 bag (13.3 oz) fun sized Snicker's candy bars
1/2 cup chocolate frosting (warmed to drizzle)
Mix together dry ingredients and set aside. Beat together butter and sugar until fluffy. Beat in eggs one at a time until smooth and add vanilla. Stir in melted chocolate. Gradually beat in flour mixture, alternating with buttermilk. Pour into a greased and floured 9x13 pan. Bake at 350 for 35-40 minutes.
In the mean time, mix together sweetened condensed milk and caramel topping.
Immediately poke top of cake with fork & pour caramel mixture over warm cake. Sprinkle candy on top, then drizzle warmed frosting over the top.
Wednesday, April 1, 2009
April 2009 Classifieds
This is a post for all MOPS Member Families to utilize as an open forum to advertise all things you would normally place in the local newspaper's advertising section ---but for FREE!. We will create a new open post at the beginning of each month to keep this FREE ADS section going all year.
So start posting your comments now on:
announcements
garage sales
lost and found
homes & cars for sale
merchandise for sale/wants
jobs available
babysitting services and etc.
announcements
garage sales
lost and found
homes & cars for sale
merchandise for sale/wants
jobs available
babysitting services and etc.
WHAT TO DO?...WEDNESDAYS!
Fri, April 10th
- Fremont Area Leadership Prayer Breakfast with guest speaker, Tom Osborne. 7am, doors open at 6:30am. $15/person, call 721-2641 for tickets. Midland Lutheran College Event Center. 10th & Clarkson.
- Kidz Explore -a family festival of fun and learning at the Mid-America Center in Council Bluffs, IA. $7/adult, $5/child, ages 2 and under are free. Buy discount tickets in advance or pick up your $1 off coupons at all No Frills Supermarkets. Wildlife encounters, the Amazing Arthur, and much more. Check out their website HERE.
Fremont Area Easter Egg Hunts & Events
Sat, April 4th
- MainStreet Fremont Easter Egg Hunt at JC Fremont Park. 2pm.
- Get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny at the Fremont WalMart. 10-2pm
- Easter Egg Day at Camp Fontantelle. 2-5pm. bring your own eggs, we can boil them and we have dye & crayons. Easter egg hunt by age group.
- Extreme Easter Egg Hunt at Camp Rivercrest. 2-5pm. This is a free event. Festivities include egg hunt, speaker, worship, and family games.
- Get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny at the Fremont WalMart. 10-2pm
- Get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny at the Fremont WalMart. 10-2pm
- Fremont Mall Easter Egg Hunt at 9:45am for children ages 0 to 2nd Grade.
- Lauritzen Gardens, 100 Bancroft St. 9am-noon. Easter Extravaganza, including egg hunt, carrot crafts, spring actitivities and photos with the Easter Bunny. $3/child extra with reg. admission of $3 (children under 6 are free). Visit their website HERE.
- Izaak Walton Park Easter Egg Hunt, 1pm. for ages 10 and under. Participants are encouraged to bring a canned good to be given to our local food ministries.
- Good Shephard Lutheran Church Egg Hunt, 1pm at Military & Lincoln Streets. This is a free event that includes a craft activity after the egg hunt. In case of inclement weather the event will go on in our community life center.
- Get your picture taken with the Easter Bunny at the Fremont WalMart. 10-2pm
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