by Kristen Bagwell
Readers, we want to show how much we appreciate your support over the past 6 weeks as we launched Triangle Moms On Main. And so...drum roll please...welcome to our incredible Holiday Giveaway! Two lucky readers will win a gift package valued at over $500 (each) on December 17, just in time for Christmas!
Oh, and one more thing - make sure you pass this giveaway along to your friends, because if one of them is our lucky winner, YOU will receive tickets to the Carolina Ballet's Nutcracker, running from Dec. 17-26! Just tell your friends to enter your name on the survey where it asks how you heard about us.
OK, now for the good stuff. Each sponsor below has contributed 2 gift cards for $50 each, all for our TWO lucky winners! (The Madagascar prize is a family 4-pack of tickets per winner.) Read on...
While promoting the best developmental learning products on the market, Discovery Toys has been helping parents to "Teach. Play. Inspire" for over 30 years. Our mission is to help parents be the best parents they can by offering educational toys, books, and games for all ages for them to use while playing with their children. Discovery Toys' learning materials are unique, fun, safe, and carry an unconditional quality guarantee. Shopping is simple:
Contact Heather Fazzio (hwfazzio@hotmail.com / 252-299-3722) or
Deanna Clarke (deannastoystore@discoverytoyslink.com / 248-320-3150). Host a party to earn free toys or ask about our flexible home-based business. **Order by Dec. 13th for guaranteed Christmas delivery.
Goosie Pie Monograms was started by a mother of three while staying at home with her kids. Candler Cox began by embellishing her own daughters' items, and finally started her own business. Goosie Pie has a great selection for mom, dad, babies, and kids of all ages. Choose from can wraps, coolers, tote bags, blankets, travel mugs, jewelry, decals, and even soap - the list is endless, and the products are adorable. Make sure you check out the New Products section, featuring towels, plates and bowls, pet mats, acrylic serving wear, monogrammable candles (!!) and my favorite - a minky pillow case - all customizable.
Items that are in stock will be mailed within 5-7 days; Special order items will be mailed within 10-14 days, and gift wrapping is free of charge. You'll find something for everyone - including yourself - on www.goosiepie.com
GreenPea Baby Store is a unique baby boutique featuring not only your essentials, but the coolest, most innovative baby items made. From crib bedding to nursery room decor, our selections will outfit your baby's room in style. We also offer a large selection of designer baby clothing, and baby shower presents that will create lots of oohs and aahs! Green Pea baby also features a large selection of natural baby products, organic baby clothing and the best cloth diapers. We offer classes in cloth diapering, breastfeeding and more. Our baby boutique is located just outside of Raleigh in Apex, NC. Customer service is our top priority! Call us at 1-800-273-6489 or email us at greenpeababy@att.net.
Lemon Blossom Jewelry is a fresh, new approach to accessorizing. Featuring carefully selected designs from several original artists, Lemon Blossom has something for everyone. Choose from a large selection of unique, handcrafted necklaces, bracelets, and earrings made from sterling silver, 14K gold, and natural stones and beads. Dressy or casual, bold or subtle - you'll find something you love for yourself, and wonderful gift items for friends and family.Shopping at Lemon Blossom is easy! Simply contact Regina Leonard, find her on Facebook, or browse www.lemonblossomjewelry.com to find your perfect pieces. Home parties are also available, with great incentives for the hostess (and show specials for your guests)! If you live in Raleigh, you may also see some Lemon Blossom Jewelry at Dress on Glenwood Ave, with other stores to be added soon.
It's the Durham Performing Arts Center's biggest family show ever! Don't miss DreamWorks Theatricals’ first-ever live family touring show. DPAC welcomes ’MADAGASCAR LIVE” for six shows Feb 18-20, 2011.Aimed at family audiences, the brand-new stage show features the same cast of popular characters from the beloved ’Madagascar” film series. The original story will be brought to new life in the 90-minute stage show that will transport audience members from the Central Park Zoo to the wild of Madagascar.
In addition to featuring everyone’s favorite characters, ’MADAGASCAR LIVE” takes the audience on an action-packed adventure with imaginative set, costume and puppet design, magnificent singing and dancing and the hit song ’Move It, Move” for an experience the entire family will enjoy. Get your tickets today at the DPAC website or any Ticketmaster location.
Great food fits every occasion! SAVOY, located in the Greystone Village shopping center in North Raleigh, combines affordable fine dining with American cuisine prepared using European techniques. This four-star restaurant offers prix fixe and a la carte options, as well as an extensive wine list. The frequently-changing menu is designed as a multi-course culinary experience influenced by seasonal fare.
Breads and desserts are made daily by Peter Gibson and Marshall Smith, chefs, brothers and owners of SAVOY. The restaurant is completely smoke-free, offers multiple private dining options, as well as romantic evening packages. Visit www.restaurantsavoy.com or call 919.848-3535.
Your visit to Skin Sense will be a truly unique and enjoyable experience. After all, we have designed and developed our facilities, treatments, and attitude with you in mind. Our goal is to ensure you leave our spa feeling relaxed and rejuvenated, whether you’ve spent an hour or a day with us.
At Skin Sense, our approach is simple and effective. We combine state-of-the-art techniques with a holistic philosophy to promote total body wellness. Today’s fast paced lifestyle can rob your body of beauty and health, but a visit to Skin Sense can help restore it. Explore our offerings and discover just how much Skin Sense, a day spa, can bring balance to your life.
Skin Sense is are proud to use products that are good for our clients, but also good for the environment too. Look for our eco-friendly products and treatments (indicated in green) as you explore our website, or call 919-870-0700 for more information and scheduling.
SmartMomma was born in 2002, as a way to educate new moms on fetal development, infant and toddler development, and all the great products out there for you and your baby. Many new parents feel overwhelmed, thrust into a whole new world, so we feel it is our obligation and pleasure to lead mom AND dad to the products that most fit with their lifestyle. Whether you’re a city girl or country girl, SmartMomma can recommend something perfect for you. Let SmartMomma do the research for you!
SmartMomma is conveniently located off Glenwood Avenue in Raleigh. Come on in and let us answer all of your questions while you browse a fantastic selection of nursery essentials, baby furniture, bedding, baby gear, mommy gear, clothing, green diapering and organic products, and gifts for baby and mommy-to-be. Visit www.smartmomma.com or call us - (919) 847-0024.
The Art of Style is a place where people can go to discover themselves through effortless fashion that describes their unique lifestyle. We believe that clothing is a reflection of who we are, which accommodates our ever-changing moods as we journey through life. This boutique caters to men and women who have an appreciation for style therefore reflecting a well-lived life.
Kendra Leonard has worked in the retail industry for over 15 years - let her put her expertise to work for you! Visit The Art of Style Tuesday-Saturday at Brier Creek between Starbucks and Salon Blu. You can also browse online at www.theartofstyle.com, or find them on facebook. Express yourself through fashion at The Art of Style boutique.
Winston’s Grille is a favorite Raleigh landmark, celebrating its 24th year in October 2010. Locally owned and operated, Winston’s has become a neighborhood gathering place for friends, family, and celebrations of all kinds. You'll always find great food and service in a casual, comfortable atmosphere.
Whether you are looking for a large table, a cozy booth, or outdoor dining on our beautiful patio, we have a setting for you. Winstons also has a kids menu, and the best homemade ice cream in town! Join us for lunch, dinner or Sunday brunch or even just drop in for coffee and dessert. We'd love to see you! No reservations necessary (although recommended for large parties). Visit www.winstonsgrille.com or call 919.790.0700.
Click here to register for the giveaway! Remember, if a friend referred you, please put that person's name in the "How did you hear about Triangle Moms on Main" answer box. Thanks for playing and Good Luck!
The fine print: register by 5pm on Thursday, December 16 to win. Each registrant will be given a number at that time. Using random.org, we'll draw two numbers, and the registrants assigned to those numbers will each win one grand prize of $500 in gift cards from the participating merchants. If the winners were referred by a friend, the friend will also receive a referral prize of two tickets to the Carolina Ballet's Nutcracker performance.
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