From the monthly archives:

May 2012

imageThe folks at The Bump and AMC Theaters are partnering together to help moms and dads catch the latest films in the theater with their babies!  The Bring Your Baby Matinees program will be held on the first Tuesday of each month at 68 theaters around the country. {keep reading…}

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imageFor the month of June, chefs in greater Boston and beyond will offer fresh strawberry-themed creations in the 5th annual Strawberry Dessert Festival, to benefit Mass Farmers Markets (MFM).  From traditional strawberry shortcake to a 5-course strawberry tasting menu, you will surely find a treat to enjoy!  {keep reading…}

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Written By: Annemarie Holloway

Liam birthday hat(2)May… I love this month. It is my most favorite of all the months — because it just so happens to be the month that I was born..

I have always been teased about how much I love my birthday. It is actually quite silly. {keep reading…}

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imageimageWicked Good Cupcakes, the name says it all, doesn’t it?  Located in Cohasset, Wicked Good Cupcakes is made up of the talented mother daughter team of Tracey Noonan and Danielle Desroches.  Together they make delicious cupcake creations like Cookies and Cream, Mocha Madness, and many more.  Looking at their cupcake menu makes this mama’s mouth water!  {keep reading…}

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Countdown to Summer

May 25, 2012

imageSummer is just around the corner, and the number of days left until school lets out is getting wonderfully small!  If you (and your kiddos) are looking forward to the lazy, unscheduled days of summer as much as we are, you’ll love these fun Countdown to Summer ideas posted by Shannon over at The Enchanted Yankee.  {keep reading…}

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DSC_0229These Spiffy Scissors from Crap I’ve Made are so pretty {and functional} that we had to include them in our Teacher Thank Your Gift series.  They involve a little bit of craftiness, but overall it’s a pretty simple project that the teachers in your life are sure to love!  {keep reading…}

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Finding the perfect end-of-the year teacher thank you gift can be a daunting task.  You want it to be thoughtful and yet functional, something that won’t gather dust or be tossed in the trash within a few weeks.  We’ve been scouring the web {thank you Pinterest} and found some fun, easy and economical ideas for you to thank the educators in your life.  First up are these cute cold beverage to-go cup ideas, a gift the teacher in your life can use all summer long!  {keep reading…}

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there they grow again logoThe weather has finally turned {mostly} warm here in New England, are your kids’ closets ready?  If you’re looking to stock up on shorts, tees and other summer essentials, shopping consignment events can save you tons of money.  Well Mamas, you’re in luck, the There They Grow Grow Again children’s resale event is coming up on June 30th and July 1st (with special pre-sales on June 29th)!  {keep reading…}

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541968_10150650706952452_244187362451_9206328_764119756_n[1]The Derby Street Shoppes have chosen their contestants for ‘Dreaming in Color’, a contest and event where teens have the chance to display their creativity and also win $1000!  Nine local South Shore ‘Dreaming in Color’ contestants will showcase their talents live this Saturday, May 19th at Hidden Pond, located behind Whole Foods Market at Derby Street.  {keep reading…}

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imageOn Saturday, May 19, 2012, Radio 92.9 takes over the DCR Hatch Memorial Shell in Boston for the 19th Annual EarthFest Celebration.  This kick-off to summer is the perfect activity for the entire family with music for kids, interactive activities and a host of organizations designed to raise awareness on steps individuals can take to make a difference.  {keep reading…}

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Today we have a visual treat for you, seven beautiful photographs taken by our talented friends at Ladybug Photography. Enjoy the views!

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imageOn Sunday, May 20th, Dependable Cleaners and Buttonwood Books will host New York Times Best Selling author & illustrator, Brian Lies. Brian’s work includes his best selling bat series… Bats at the Beach, Bats at the Library, and Bats at the Ballgame. (Brian also does illustrations for the children’s magazines Spider, Ladybug, and Babybug).  This will be his first official Massachusetts reading of his new children’s book, More{keep reading…}

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imageKidville at Patriot Place is offering free trial classes for local mommies, plus a special discount for South Shore Mamas readers!   {keep reading…}

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imageStop by the South Shore Hospital this weekend for a FREE care seat safety checkpoint.  Learn from certified technicians about the proper sizing of car seats and restraints; product recalls, defects and expirations; and proper car-seat installation.  {keep reading…}

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imageEnjoy a sweet for a good cause this week during Boston Bakes for Breast Cancer, an event that brings together hundreds of local restaurants, bakeries and cafes, all with the goal of raising money for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute.  Their mission is simple, eat sweets to do good things!  {keep reading…}

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