Slip-Not Designs Headbands Review and Contest

Hi Mom's! We all have those bad hair days where we just need a quick solution- or the days we need our hair to stay neat and tidy, but still want to be trendy and feel pretty!

Sara, Christine, and Lisa all had the opportunity to try and review a revolutionary headband designed by local artisan Joelle Cole. Slip-Not Designs
 
Check out Sara's Review on her blog here.
 

Christine's Review:
As a lot of you know, I have two special needs children. My daughter Courteney is an absolute girly-girl at age 14! Although she is girly, she has a sporty side too. So, I was thrilled when I was given the opportunity for her to try the SLIP-NOT DESIGNS HEADBAND! Not only was it pink and sparkly (yay!) but it has an adjustable strap on the underside - something I had never seen before. With Courteney's special needs, her head is a little smaller than normal, making virtually all headbands we have ever tried, a complete fail. If a head band is too big, it'll slip right off your head, right? But, this is is NOT the case with SLIP-NOT DESIGNS HEADBANDS! The adjustable strap made all the difference for Courteney! Not all heads are shaped the same!!...AMEN??!!! It only makes sense to have a headband with some adjust-ability. I was excited! Courteney was excited! And I have to say, I think she looked pretty darn cute!!! We even had a dance party and it stayed on through that too!! We are looking forward to playing some sports and her getting to rock this cool sporty (but girly!) headband. This is a great product for all women, girls, and girls with special needs. If you've given up on headbands because of past fails, give SLIP-NOT DESIGNS HEADBANDS a try!

From one mom to another, I would definitely say SLIP NOT HEADBANDS are Mom Squad Approved!!

Lisa's Review:
My daughter, Sarah, is licensed cosmetologist and she has been 
trying out this new head band. She said in her professional opinion that she would not only buy these, but promote them! This product is a winner!
It is great because I am an active mom now and the headband works great! I was able to throw my hair up and have it stay in place without worry.
The cheap headbands that I usually buy, will typically slide off my head and end up all the way in my pony tail.
Another positive about this headband is that it has a strap on the back of it that is adjustable.


Head to the Mom Squad Facebook Page where you can enter to win a $100 gift certificate!

Kathleen's Review of Hometown Threads

Hometown Threads

Fall is one of my favorite times of the year to go shopping, especially this year.  This fall, I was on the lookout to find a special gift for my new granddaughter (due on Christmas day).  After racking my brain, the Mom Squad came to my rescue.  I was invited to go with Sara and Gina on a shopping trip to Hometown Threads in North Olmsted!  Hometown Threads is a family-owned business that offers custom embroidery, screen printing, digital printing and more.    

I was so excited about the shopping trip that I arrived almost an hour early!  Sue at Hometown Threads immediately greeted me and made me feel right at home.  She showed me around the store and explained that they are able to monogram/embroider items that you purchase from Hometown Threads or items that you purchase somewhere else and bring to Hometown Threads for personalization.   

Allan, the owner, gave me a rundown of the store’s history.  He explained how they started in a small space at the local Wal-Mart store and then, as the business grew, they moved to their current location at 4636 Great Northern Boulevard.  They added more embroidery machines and a digital printer which takes your pictures and prints them directly onto items such as t-shirts or woven throws. 

The prices for the items are clearly displayed in the store.  Many of the prices listed include the cost of personalization.  The turn-around time varies according to what you purchase and what you want done.  I found the prices and the turn-around time to be very reasonable.  My item was ready in less than one week and the total cost of my item was less than $30 including personalization. 

Before I share with you what I chose for my granddaughter, here are some other great gift ideas I found in the store:

Monogrammed towels: 

If you have a wedding shower to attend in the near future, you can either buy towels from Hometown Threads or bring in towels that you purchased from the wedding couple’s gift registry.  This way you can give the newlyweds something they picked out, but with an added personal touch from you.

Lunch bags:

Personalized lunch bags are great for younger children because no other child will have the same lunch bag!  Also, a personalized lunch bag may be a great gift for an older child or adult if you have it monogrammed or have their initials put on it instead.   

Items for football games:

Show support for your local high school’s football team by purchasing a warm, soft blanket and a matching cap to take along to each game.  Add a monogram or initials to personalize.  No more freezing at the game! 

Sports bag:

Do you have a child that needs to keep track of all his/her sports gear?  Hometown Threads offers a wide variety of duffel bags that can be personalized in many different ways.  No more hunting around for lost shoes and gear! 

Baby items: 

Hometown Threads offers so many cute items for babies.  It was really hard to choose only one gift.  However, I chose a Lovie™ blanket (Baby’s First Sleepytime Friend Character Blanket) and had our granddaughter’s name and a cross embroidered on it for her:  

The blanket is so soft and cuddly.  I am sure Reagan will love it, too!

Hometown Threads has a friendly staff, a huge selection of items, and reasonable prices. If you are looking for a special, personalized gift to give to family or friends, I highly recommend a visit to Hometown Threads.  Hometown Threads is Mom Squad approved! Check out the Mom Squad Facebook Page to win a $50.00 Gift Certificate! (9/30-10/1/2015)

Kathleen 

95.5 The Fish RED, WHITE and BLUE Challenge

Mission: 95.5 The Fish RED, WHITE and BLUE challenge. Take some time this week to bless those who protect us each and every day. Make it a family project and make sure you tell us what you did or are doing! Share the video to get the momentum going and build contagious joy in the lives of our First Responders! Thank you to Rito's Italian Bakery & Deli for the beautiful cupcakes.

#CLEMAMA - 3 Ways to a Greener Household

Moms and Dads, it’s time to go green — but how does that happen? Of course, we know to recycle, turn off the lights when we’re not using them and buy organic, but there’s more we can do.

I’m no expert by any means, but I started doing research and found that it can be easy to be green at home. I’ll admit, it’s no secret that convenience and cost sometimes limit us from living a green or organic lifestyle, but I’ve learned there are so many ecologically sound choices that won’t break the bank.

As you read on, you’ll find that these ideas aren’t simply less expensive; they can actually help you put your cold, hard cash back in your pocket.

#CLEMAMA - Disney Planning Made Perfect with Simple Tips

M-i-c … k-e-y … M-o-u-s-e!…..

Did you start singing the song in your head as you read those letters? There’s something magical and happy about those letters and that mouse. That’s why so many families look forward to planning their family trip to Disney World each year. First off, I have to say I got really lucky and married someone just as crazy about Disney as me — my husband and I collectively have been to Disney World nearly 50 times in our lifetimes. We’ve both been going since we were kids with our families, and now we love to take our own children. With four theme parks, two water parks, Downtown Disney and more, planning a Disney trip can seem like a daunting and expensive task — but it doesn’t have to be. Here are 12 tips for a magical and budget-friendly Disney trip, from our family to yours.

1. Use a Disney travel agent.
Disney pays these agents a commission, making them free for you. They give you great tips, in addition to making all your reservations, including hotel, fast pass and dining plus.

Text The Fish to Win $200 Back-to-School Shopping Cash!

Almost time for back to school shopping!

August 7th - 9th is Ohio’s first tax free holiday weekend.  The official kick off
to back to school shopping.  95.5 the FISH is giving away $100 in back to
school shopping cash every hour on August 6 from 6:00AM – 6:00PM.

Join Sara Carnes at Kia of Bedford 7/26 noon-2p.m.!

WHERE: KIA of Bedford - Bedford, OH WHEN: Sunday, July 26, 2015 TIME: noon - 2:00pm 

Join the Fish's Sara Carnes live at KIA of Bedford on Sunday, July 26th from noon - 2:00pm. She’ll have the Fish prize wheel with her for your chance to spin to win amazing prizes including tickets to Wildwarter Kingdom, Skyzone, the Gladiators, Atlas Cinemas and much more!

Half Stitched at The Carlisle Inn in Sugarcreek Review by Marlia

As I sit in my living room admiring the beautiful bouquet (that my mom won) that now adorns my glass table, I am reminded of the unforgettable experience that I had Saturday night. To catch you up on the festivities, I was invited to attend Half Stitched the Musical at the Ohio Star Theater in Dutch Valley. This was date night for me and my mother. We drove from Cleveland to Sugarcreek and it was a straight shot down 77S to the Amish Country. The Theater itself was located inside of the Carlisle Inn. Upon our arrival we were greeted with beautiful scenery and friendly faces. Sugarcreek was more than welcoming.

To our surprise, there were several treats and food options to pick from in the lobby of the hotel. We had strawberry shortcake, cookies, meatballs, fruit, chicken, and sandwiches. Everything was prepared by happy hands which made the food truly enjoyable and satisfying to my growing appetite. I was in awe of the hotel and its design. The area where we were being entertained was in its simplest form, majestic. I would recommend every person reading this article to go and visit. The Inn itself is a must see. More amazing than the actual hotel was the oncoming play that my and I drove an hour to see.

Join Sara and The Mom Squad at Running with a Mission 6/20!

Running with a Mission, benefitting The City Mission 

WHERE: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo - Cleveland, OH

WHEN: Saturday, June 20, 2015
TIME: Check-in at 7:00am


Make plans now to join The City Mission, Sara Carnes, and The Mom Squad for a great event to benefit the women and children at Laura's Home Women's Crisis Center. Running with a Mission is a 5K run or 1.5 mile walk around Cleveland Metroparks Zoo taking place on Saturday, June 20th. The event also includes a "Kids Dash" for children age 8 and under. Now in their fourth year, this event will be bigger and better with additional activities for families and friends to enjoy together before and after the race.

The entire event is presented once again by Sherwin Williams Women's Club who is offering a matching challenge for all participants and sponsors of the event. For more information, visit http://www.thecitymission.org/running-with-a-mission.

The Fill Your Cup Mom Squad Breakfast Presented by Klaben Auto Group!

The Fill Your Cup at breakfast with The Mom Squad and 95.5 The Fish is Saturday May 30th at Christ Community Chapel in Hudson, brought to you by Klaben Auto Group. Join host, Sara Carnes, and the rest of the Mom Squad as you spend the morning making new friends over breakfast while learning new tips for saving money and getting spiritually rejuvenated.

CLE Mama - Cash in on Spring Cleaning

Our very own Sara Carnes is back in the latest edition of Northeast Ohio Parent magazine! This month, Sara is talking about organizing and selling things your kids have outgrown or that are just cluttering up your home to get some extra summer cash!

Sara and special guest - Lisa Lukach, NEO resale shop owner for over 17 years, give you some great tips on how to get the most cash back on your gently used items.

Len Howser at MyCare Clinic Event with Queen Elsa of Cleveland!

Len Howser at MyCare Clinic

WHERE MyCare Clinic inside Marc's - Strongsville, OH
WHEN Saturday, April 18, 2015
TIME 11:30am - 1:30pm

ALL moms will receive complimentary gift cards for a FREE haircut at John Roberts Salon & Spa (up to a $63 value)!!!!

Great Mom Squad play date at Cafe O'Play!

Big thanks to all the moms and kids that came out to visit Cafe O'Play this week for our Mom Squad play date! We had a blast. It's a perfect place to take the kids and let them play, have a healthy lunch, grab coffee... and just have fun!

We have some awesome half-price deals on the 955 Fish Website right now.

50% Off a Monthly Membership for 1 Child Families or 50% Off a Monthly Membership for 2 Child Families

Hope you see you at our next event!

Free Mortgages for Mothers Workshop presented by Dollar Bank

Dollar Bank presents "Mortgages for Mothers" THIS Saturday, April 11th at the Wolstein Center at CSU from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM. It is a free workshop designed to make homeownership a reality. The program educates attendees on how to obtain a home with an affordable mortgage and about down payment options. Attendees receive a free credit report and evaluation, as well as learn about counseling programs created to strengthen and restore credit.

Pieces of Hope for Autism Campaign

955 The Fish is partnering with Panera Bread and Cleveland Clinic Children's Center for Autism for the 2015 Pieces of Hope campaign! You can buy Puzzle Piece Shortbread Cookies from participating Panera Bread locations April 13th-19th! OR pre-order cookies for your family, office, or even school to pick up during that week! 100% of proceeds benefit Cleveland Clinic Children's Center for Autism!

Mom Squad Play Date at Cafe O'Play

Mom Squad Play Date
WHERE: Cafe O'Play - Stow, OH
WHEN: Wednesday, April 15th
TIME: 11a.m.-1p.m.

955 The Fish and The Mom Squad invite you to a play date on Wednesday, April 15th at Cafe O'Play in Stow!

Join Sara Carnes and her daughter, Reagan, along with The Mom Squad, for a Play Date at Cafe O'Play, April 15th from 11a.m.-1p.m.! Cafe O’Play is Northeast Ohio’s premier indoor play cafe created to offer families healthy food options and physically-active play in a safe, clean, and comfortable environment.  Register here for FREE!

The Root Candles Experience from Marlia

This past Saturday, March 21, 2015 from 9a.m. to 11a.m., we were given the amazing the opportunity to have a private shopping experience with Sara Carnes, The Mom Squad, and The 955 Fish Family.  Women from all over Northeast Ohio gathered together for friendly fellowship and fun. We had mothers, daughters, sisters, friends, and even grandchildren attend. With smiles on their faces, the women were greeted with pastries, coffee, and discounted tickets for their shopping pleasure.  Joy and laughter filled the rooms of this 20,000 square foot building from top to bottom. Both floors were covered with pure candle eye candy, home décor, 19th century architecture, and antiques. The interior designs were fabulous! We were in candle heaven and no one wanted to leave.  

Playground World Play Date Recap from Josie!

What a great time we had at Playground World in Chesterland yesterday (there is a west side location too)! I had no idea they had so many fun things for the kiddos to do. To be honest, I thought it was just a place that sold equipment. Actually, there were a bunch of different swing sets, trampolines, basketball hoops, slides and so much more! My son was in two year old Heaven! He loved jumping on the trampolines, climbing the ‘rock’ mountains, and swinging with his friend Reagan. However, nothing was more amazing to him than flying the big plane. If I would have let him, he would have played on that plane all day long! 

Exclusive Pre-Screening Event of Cinderella was a HIT!

CINDERELLA Fish Exclusive Event Review by Mom Squad Panelist Kathleen Horvath

Disney’s “magic” continues in the movie version of Cinderella.  The movie opened in theaters on Friday, March 13^th; however, my daughters, granddaughter, and I were blessed to be able to attend the exclusive pre-screening of Cinderella with Sara Carnes and The Mom Squad 95.5 The Fish on Thursday, March 12^th.  We had a wonderful time!  There were beautiful “princesses” and handsome “princes” everywhere! Big thank you to Universal Windows Direct for making the evening possible. Also a big thank you to Hudec Dental for the awesome photo booth. What fun!

Playground World Play date!

Mom Squad Play Date
WHERE Playground World - Chesterland, OH
WHEN Tuesday, March 17, 2015
TIME 10:00am - 12:00noon

955 the FISH invites you to the Mom Squad Play Date on Tuesday, March 17th at Playground World in Chesterland.

Join Sara Carnes and her daughter Reagan from 10a-12n.  Register for FREE for the 10:00am or 11:00am time slots.

Connect with other members of the Mom Squad, receive great offers from Playground World, win a birthday party from Playground World, and enjoy a day of connecting with other moms.

CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

Playground World
8035 Mayfield Road
Chesterland, OH  44026
www.pgworld.com