The Mom Memo
The Mom Memo No. 30: August Has Arrived
Hey Mama
August has arrived which means it’s crunch time for back-to-school prep! Next up on your to-do list:
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If you realized there was no salvaging your child’s backpack from last year, it’s time to order a new one! Our absolute favorite is STATE Bags, both for durability and style. We can vouch that one of our littles has used this one for four years running! See all of their options here, and take a few minutes to sit down with your child and look through the options together. TMS members can use code STATE15 to get 15% off their first order and free shipping!
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Take the time to find your school’s calendar, and add all key dates to your personal calendar. Take note of the upcoming meet-the-teacher night!
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If your babes aren’t school-age yet, the beginning of August is a great time to identify one or two more summer activities you wanted to do. Put them on the calendar (instead of just mentally planning to do them sometime) to ensure you make it happen!
Iowa State Fair Giveaways
Two lucky winners will receive Iowa State Fair packs including four admission tickets, 40 food tickets, four state fair value packs, and tickets for unlimited thrill rides! To enter, you just need to become a member of The Moms Society between now and Tuesday, August 8th to be eligible to win one of several prizes! Download from the Apple App or Google Play stores, or join here.
Hot Topics
As social calendars fill up with the start of the school year, this mom wants to know: how far is too far to drive to a children’s birthday party?
Major relationship or marriage milestones should be celebrated! And sometimes, it’s nice to leave the kids at home and just celebrate with your SO. Help this mama out — what was the most relaxing, adults-only vacation you’ve been on?
Things We Love
Library Tote Bag
These library totes are the perfect way to show off your love of books and be stylish at the same time. But the best part about these totes is that for every tote sold, Out of Print donates a book to a community in need.
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Giving Back
#ClearTheList Campaign
With over 700 teachers benefiting from last year’s #clearthelist campaign, we’re doing it again! We are helping Iowa teachers and administrators raise money for school supplies. If you are a teacher or administrator submit your Amazon wishlist here. Moms looking to join the cause can shop the submitted lists here. Additionally, this year we’re offering every teacher a free 1-year membership to The Moms Society! Email hello@momssociety.com to redeem your membership.
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Joke of the Week
Who says Dads should get all the jokes? Each week we’ll share a fun, clean kid joke that ANY parent can tell!
What do you call a sad strawberry?
A blueberry!
Mothers’ Helpers: TMS Partnerships
Like our inner circle of mom besties, we’re partnering with companies offering products and services we know you’ll love. These are special deals and exclusive benefits for TMS members, so if you haven’t joined, here’s a great reason to get on that. As we develop these relationships, we’ll spotlight our new partners and give you the deets on how to make these rewards work for you! (Know a potential partner we should get to know, too? Introduce us on our Partnership page.)
TITLE Boxing Club
Perfect for people of all ages and fitness levels, TITLE combines no-hit boxing and kickboxing techniques with cardio and toning exercises to help you reach your goals quickly and continue to conquer new ones. Check out our free member event with TITLE Boxing Club on August 10.
Exclusive deal for TMS members: The first class is FREE! $10 off any membership (each month). $20 off unlimited memberships (each month) for members who sign up in August. Get Offer
You MUST be a TMS member to take advantage of this deal. Join today or log in to view.
Explore the City
TAKE THE KIDS
Clive Aquatic Center 20th Birthday Party
Sunday, August 6 from 6:30-8:30pm | Clive Aquatic Center
Calling all pool lovers! The Clive Aquatic Center is turning 20 this summer, and they’re throwing an EPIC birthday party. There will be music from the Steel Drum Band, a screening of Finding Nemo (which is also turning 20 this year), birthday cake, Clive Rubber Ducks, a beachball drop, and discounted rates for swimming. Clive Season Passes honored or $5 at the door. No need for registration.
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Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3: Drive-In Movie
Saturday, August 5 at 8pm | Valley West Mall
Experience the fun of a classic drive-in movie theater right in the Des Moines metro! Valley West is hosting a screening of Guardians of the Galaxy Vol. 3, and it’s sure to be out of this world! In addition to the movie, there will also be free games like miniature golf, bocce ball, and more, plus there will be a food truck onsite so you can stock up on snacks for the movie!
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GET A SITTER
The Moms Society DSM Botox Party
New Date: August 28! | Studio 629
Get together with The Moms Society members for connections, conversations, and Botox to smooth out all those new lines you got from dealing with your kids all summer. Register and hold your spot with a $50 deposit.
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Mainframe Studio’s First Friday
Friday, August 4 | 900 Keosauqua Way, Des Moines, IA 50309
Every First Friday of the month, Mainframe opens its doors to the public for a night of live music, food, drinks, and art. You can wander through five floors of studios, meet the artists, and see their work in progress. There’s always something new to see at Mainframe, and the themed exhibitions are always a hit. In the past, they’ve had exhibitions on everything from fashion to food to technology. And of course, no open studio event would be complete without a little bit of shopping. You can find everything from original art to handmade jewelry to vintage clothing.
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