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Premier of Curious George Movie – PBS Kids Holiday Season Spectacular

November 20, 2011 By Moomettes

The holidays have arrived! Before you dig into your turkey this coming Thursday, tune in to watch the broadcast premiere of the original Curious George movie, which will air as part of the CURIOUS GEORGE Holiday Spectacular on Wednesday, November 23rd (the day before Thanksgiving!)

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6 Reasons Why You Should Sell Your Ebook on Clickbank

November 19, 2011 By Moomettes

If you have written an eBook on blogging tips, tech advice, social media, crafting, cooking, how to coupon, food or frugal living or some expert advice and are looking for ways to market and sell your eBook, read on!

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Historic Charter Oak Tree – Connecticut Photo Journal

November 16, 2011 By Moomettes

Scion from the original historic Charter Oak tree in Bushnell Park planted in 1871 by the Connecticut Governor’s Foot Guard in Hartford, Connecticut.

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Custom Printed Club Flyers From UPrinting

November 15, 2011 By Moomettes

Custom Club Card Flyers from UPrinting are the perfect opportunity to promote and get the word out about your Special Event, Fundraiser, new blog, or that you are Open For Business.

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Autumn Birthday Party Ideas – Riverview Farms – Hay Rides In Connecticut

November 13, 2011 By Moomettes

Riverview Farms Fall Festival Glastonbury Connecticut

My granddaughter was born in late October so celebrating her 5th Birthday by having her Birthday Party during the Riverview Farms Fall Festival in CT was an excellent opportunity to not only celebrate with her school friends, but to enjoy all the Autumn festivities and experiences that the farm had to offer.

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Be Prepared For Power Outages Skunks and Camping – LED Lanterns And Flashlights

November 11, 2011 By Moomettes

While our family enjoys camping as a hobby, we don’t enjoy camping out in our own home during a snow storm. Although we have a generator, it’s a good idea to have emergency apparatus such as LED battery powered camp lights and LED lanterns, as well as a flashlight lamp at the ready, should one … run out of gas.

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Super Sorting Pie Set | Smart Snacks Peek-A-Boo Color Muffins | Kids Gift Ideas

November 6, 2011 By Moomettes

Smart Snacks Peek-A-Boo Color Muffins Super Sorting Pie Set

Learning Resources has several 2011 new products, including the Smart Snacks Peek-A-Boo Color Muffins and Super Sorting Pie Set. All offer an excellent variety of hands-on learning toys and tools for pre-school and elementary school students engaged in fun and educational activities.

Filed Under: Buzz, Family, Gifts, Grandchildren, Grandparents, Holiday Gift Guide, Shopping, Veranda Chit Chat Tagged With: 2011 New Products, Christmas gifts for kids, gifts for grandchildren, homeschooling, Learning Resources, learning tools, Smart Snacks Peek-A-Boo Color Muffins, Super Sorting Pie Set, Teaching Tools

Fitness Products from Reebok and Sportline – Holiday Gifts

November 5, 2011 By Moomettes

Is there a fitness buff in your family? We all know about the benefits of walking and exercise. This Holiday Season, check out some of the new products from Reebok and Sportline to put in their Christmas stockings!

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Survival Guide 102 In Connecticut Irene Was A Dress Rehersal For Alfred Day 5

November 2, 2011 By Moomettes

We are now into Day 5 without electricity in parts of Connecticut thanks to Winter Storm Alfred that struck right before Halloween.

Filed Under: Family, Food, Grandchildren, Grandparents, Health, Social Awareness, Veranda Chit Chat Tagged With: connecticut, food spoilage, gas shortage, generators, Halloween, homeowners insurance, insurance, power company, power crews, school cancellation, State of Emergency, Tropical Storm Irene, utility company, Winter Storm Alfred

Camping Inside My House Connecticut Storm Alfred No Power Day 4

November 1, 2011 By Moomettes

Mother Nature played a cruel Trick in Connecticut this October 2011, right on the heels if Tropical Storm Irene in August. We are now on day 4 of no power and Halloween was cancelled in my town because of dangerous conditions.