Kristi from the Times Union had an incredible shopping trip this weekend. She might actually be a better bargain hunter than check out all the stuff she got.
The Burberry outlet is closing on March 28th.
Many companies like to have regular people like you and me try out their products before they bring them to market. Ever wonder how you signed up for that?
I've got the scoop for 3 great sneaker companies, Nike, Brooks, and New Balance. I haven't got to try any Nike sneakers yet, but I have done New Balance for my entire family and we hve tried some comfortable sneakers!!
Good luck!
Today is the day! The Mom's Retreat at the Century House is here. I'll be giving a seminar on money savings tips - I'm practicing right now.
There's still room if you want to come this afternoon. From 12:30-3pm you pay $10 and still get some great seminars and "goodies" {including a spa treatment}
Check out more information here. It's going to be so much fun!!!!
The Easter Bunny is coming to Colonie Center and they are having a party to celebrate. Colonie Center and Radio Disney are teaming up on Saturday March 13th from 12pm-2pm. They'll have music, goodies, games, & the Easter Bunny.
This will be perfect if we are going to get the rain they're predicting!
Time for the wearin' of the green! This Saturday is Albany's St Patrick's Day Parade. It kicks off at 2pm from Quail and Central Aves. For the parade route,click here.
I'm hoping for the rain to hold out so we hav gorgeous, warm weather for the parade?!?!
Barnum & Bailey circus is coming to Albany in early May. I have to say this is the hands-down best entertainment for your money! Both my kids sit speechless for the entire show and talk about it for months afterwards. Well worth the money.
Here's a link to presale discount info - 20% off certain dates and tickets.
Keep in mind that the parade of elephants also takes place a few days before the circus starts and it's incredible to see up close. I will let you know as soon as I find out when.
Today is the Kidz Expo. Couldn't ask for a nicer day. Time to get out of the house!! Fun things for kids to do!
Today from 10am-5pm at the Empire State Plaza, free admission.
Tons of great stuff inside the convention center and be sure to check out all the great people in the hallway also. The Children's Guide booth will be doing arts & crafts. 2 Sisters Tutus will be there - if you have an Albany Mommy discount card be sure to stop by them to get your free wand. Don't have an Albany Mommy discount card? 2 Sisters Tutus will also be selling them today. The card is $35 and today only 1/2 of the price will be donated to Team Lymphoma & Leukemia!
Save even more! Right now until Sunday get an EXTRA 25% off certain fabrics at VeraBradley.com. Savings will show up when you place items in your shopping cart.
Think Mother's Day, graduation gifts, and summer birthdays. I'm one of those people who likes to buy ahead and keep things for when I need a last minute present and don't have time to shop. This might be a great stock up time!
Happy shopping!!
You know spring is just around the corner when the ice cream places start opening up!
Snowman in Lansingburgh opens today.
Guptill's Coney Island Express opens March 20th.
I couldn't find any info on Kurver Kreme, sorry. Anybody know anything? *See Katie's comment below - she's also got a link to even more openings**
Stacy at The Children's Guide is hosting an amazing Mom's Retreat on March 14th at the Century House in Latham. This is going to be a day especially for Moms, included in the admission price is a spa treatment, lunch, seminars, and goody bags!!
I can't wait! The cost is normally $50, but mention Albany Mommy and get an extra $5 off through Friday.
AND you'll be entered to win a $175 gift certiicate from GlennPeter Jewelers if you register by Friday, mention Albany Mommy when you pay, and then come back here and leave a comment. OK?
See you there!
Check out the seminar listing too - it's amazing!!
Have you ever heard of House Party? If you like to throw parties and get free stuff this is for you. House Party is a company that organizes hundreds of parties across the US at the same time, hosted by different people, where they help spread the word about different cmpanies and products. The host{ess} gets a party box filled with goodies for themselves and their guests.
I have done a few different parties over the years and had lots of fun. First one I ever hosted was a Gerber baby food party where they sent us 3 cases of baby food, incredibly delicious baby food. They have also had Fisher-Price new toy parties. Last week I hosted a Pull-Ups potty training party. We all got to do a fun potty dance and shared potty training tips.
Check them out! You never know!
Normally this is the time of year when cabin is at it's worst. The extremely cold temps this winter have made it even more so.
I am so excited that the Kidz Expowill be this weekend!! Something great to do with the kids. It's Saturday March 6th from 10am - 5pm at the Empire State Plaza. Admission is free for all. {Although you should bring money because there will be tons of great businesses selling their wares.}
There will be arts & crafts, music, bounce houses, Jigsaw Jones, Reptile Adventures, and so much more. Check out the complete schedule here.
*I do have to say, last year we got there right at 10am when the Kidz Expo was starting and there were already quite a few people there. I heard that people started getting there almost an hour early!
Here are the winners of New England Nanny's date night contest. Enjoy your night out!!
Erina, Erin, & Stacie. They will be contacting you soon!
Due to the possibility of another snow storm the Mommy Networking Night tomorrow {February 26th} will be cancelled. A new date has not been scheduled yet, but I will let you know as soon as I know.
Thanks!