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Mothers are woman who can juggle kids, the house, a job, animals, events, and many other things without a sweat.  Mothers Day is approaching fast.  May 11 to be exact.  Mothers want to relax and enjoy some peace and quiet.  I know that I tell my kids “All I want is for them to get along today”.   A day at the Spa is the ultimate retreat for MOM.   These days, it is easy to treat mom to a spa treatment with so many of them on the web.  You can locate the one just right for mom.

Locally in Stafford, VA we have a Salon and Day spa just waiting for you to treat your mom.

Winning Image Salon and Day Spa -  Winning Image is dedicated to providing you with a completely relaxing, worry-free beauty experience. Our highly trained professionals, state of the art facilities and premium quality professional beauty care products, allow you to relax and enjoy your salon experience, feeling confident that you are in the hands of true professionals.
 
Our personalized approach to beauty and well-being allows us to customize our service to your individual needs. We understand that no two people are exactly alike and therefore, begin our packages with a personalized consultation.

There are a number of spa packages to make your own and whatever your mother desires for on her special day.  

The Starlet - Is the ultimate day package.  It begins with a personlized Spa Facial treatment, a 1 hour massage followed by a Swedish Body shower.  Then a manicure and pedicure. Then top it off with a Shampoo, Style and finished makeup.  This will make you feel like a new women.

Hydrotherapy - This is a classic method of employing water to promote wellness and healing.  Hydrotheapy works well in conjunction with massage, facial, and body treatments as an add-on.  The Hydrotone Thermal Tub is state of the art and works on 4 Zones: upper and lower back, legs and feet.  

Take a look at the web site for more packages that will delight and relax your mother on Mother’s Day.

If you have a great spa that you know in the area please let us hear from you.
 

Belvedere Plantation as a pick-your-own customers take a hayride to the Strawberry Patch.  During the hayride the farmer will share the history of the Plantation and tell you how strawberries are grown.  Come out and pick-your-own strawberries and take a break in the country for some fresh air. 

Strawberry prices are if you pick your own it is $2.39/pound.

Ready picked in the market is charged $4.19 per true.

Berry Picken does have a $2.50 per person (2 and under free).

Strawberry season begins May 1st.

The Southeastern Guns & Knives is putting on a Gun Show at the  Fredericksburg Expo Center.   This gun show will have 300 tables set up.  Admission is $8.00.  Show starts April 26, 9 am - 5pm and Sunday the 27th 10am -4 pm.

Become a Certified Babysitter at Chinn Aquatics and Fitness Center.  Chinn Aquatics is hosting an American Red Cross Baby Sitting Class for youth ages 11 to 15. The class will help develop skills in five critical areas:  leadership, safety, safe play, basic care, first aid and professionalism.

This is an 8 hour class that will beet at 8:30 Am on Saturday, April 26.  This class is a one day class only.  The cost for the class is $60.

Dulles Coin and Currency Expo - The Nation’s Coin Show April 24-27, 2008.   There will be local, regional and national coin and currency dealers.  Medals and tokens, memorabilia, Jewelry and collectibles will also be present.  Free appraisals and consultation for those who want to bring in coins or currency that they may think are authenticate.   This is a huge exhibit hall with over 400 tables.  Free parking.  Show hours are Friday -10 am - 6pm, Saturday - 10 am -6pm and Sunday - 10am - 6pm.  Located in the North Hall.

The first golf tournament of 2008 at General’s Ridge is finally here.   April 27 with a 9 am shotgun start with an 8 am registration.  General’s Ridge Golf Course will host the Spring Classic Golf Tournament.  Registration for this event is by Friday, April 25.  The entry fee of $60 per player includes the greens fee, cart rental, practice range balls, raffle tickets, lunch after golf and prizes.  Recently each golf cart has been equipped with ProLink.  This is a GPS system with is designed for use on golf courses.  The GPS monitors allow golfers to see how other teams are scoring, where their cart is in relation to other golf carts, the tee, the hole and the rest of the golf course.  Come and check out the new GPS technology. 

The format for the tournaments best Ball in  four-person team.  General Ridges’s Golf Course is located in Manassas.  Call today to get you and your team mates registered for the Spring Classic.

With summer fast approaching and the fever of swimming in the air it is time to get your pool opened.  Their are several companies who can open your pool for you.  If you are the “do it yourself” kind of person that is an option as well.  For those that are hassle free and enjoy others to do it here are a list of pool service companies in the area.

The Richmond Group- Has a full service and Maintenance agreement.  This involves a computer chemical analysis, chemical balance, pool cleaning, equipment check, pre-party cleaning including pressure washing and decks, and Openings.  The Richmond Group also has a  week to week maintenance schedule.  They are a full service pool company for swimming pool design and construction.

Monarch Pool Care - Monarch Pool Care has the knowledge, training and experience to provide expert pool maintenance and minor repairs to residential property owners.  Their services include water testing and chemical treatments, premium pool cleaning and water testing, specialty cleaning, pool deck power washing, on-site training for pool owners, seasonal pool opening, pool sitting for our out of town customers, and safety cover installation.

Seabreeze Pools - Is a full service pool company with their own chemical store.  They have water testing, backyard survey CAD (for new Pools), parts department for all of your fiberglass pool needs.

Pool Boys Pool - Pool Boys is a complete residential and commercial pool and spa service provider.  The expert service technicians are trained to service, locate and repair any aspect of your pool or spa with speed and efficiency.  All work is fully guaranteed.  Service contracts are available on a weekly, bi-weekly or monthly basis.  Emergency services are available after hours.

Which ever company you choose for your pool needs enjoy your summer by the pool.

Photo is compliments of The Richmond Group.  This pool was designed by The Richmond Group and is featured in the Virginia Living Magazine.

Potomac Winery - April Showers Bring May Flowers, a bridal Showcase on April 20th From 12-4 PM.  Come to taste the gourmet food and view the breathtaking facility.  This is for you Brides to be.  Tis the season of Spring to plan a wedding.

Leader In Sports- Greg Lloyd will be appearing on Saturday, April 19th from 12-1pm at “The Card Cellar” for autographs.  This former Steeler will autograph your jersey or anything else you bring along.

Patriot Center - Come and join Rooney, DeDe and Mo on stage.  Check out the Doodlebops Live.  Presented by Feld Entertainment.  Lots of tickets are still available.  Check for tickets on sale.

Cheerleading started in Princetn niversity in the the 1880s with the crowd chant.  A few years later Thomas Peebles, who was a Princeton graduat introduced th idea of organized cheer to the University of minnesota in 1894.  It was not until University Minnesota student Johnny Campbell directed them in a chant, making Campbell the very first cheerleader.  Later they made a squad of 6 male students ironic because in todays cheer it is made up of  97% females.  Actually the first female cheerleaders did not start until the 1920s, due to limited availablitly of college sports for females.  This is also when gymnastics and tumbling were added into the cheers and routines, the University of Minnesota was first to do this.  By the 1940s it was largely females to participate in this sport. 

OVer the years  Cheerleading has grown  to be a staple in American high schools, collegiate sports, the Natinal Football league and now Competative  cheer which was introduced in 1978 by the first broadcast of Collegiate Cheerleading Championships.  In the 1980s theonset of modern cheer started to incorporate more difficult stunts and gymnastices.  Cheer organizations were formed to apply safety guidelings and to offer course on safety trainin for coshs and sponors.   According to the latest studies there are nearly 3.5 million cheerleaders in the USA alone and half as many dance team members and gymnasts, taking the total nuber of participants involved in cher and allied activities in th USA to above 5 million. 

All-Star Cheerleading is a cheerleading squad that is not associated with a school or sports leagues, there main objective was competition.  The first  organization t callt hemselves all tars and go o competitions were the Q94 Rockers from Richmond, VA, founded in 1982.  All-star cheerleaders are placed into division, which are grouped based by age, size of the team, gender of participants and ability level.  Ages vary from 4 years to 18 years and over. 

There are an abundance of All-star gyms out there to choose from.  If you are moveing to the Quantic area and have a budding cheerleader Cheer Dynasty is the place for you.  Cheer Dynasty was established in May, 2002 in Manassas by Liz Mathews, Jeff Mathews, Nicole LaBier, Diemetrius Golden.  The goal at Cheer Dynast is to provide cheerleaders, of all ages, a reliable high-quality enviorment to develop and hnhace their athletic skills.  The staff is the mostexperienced ad qualityed in Northern Virginia. Cheer Dynasty not only produces top level athlessm but provides a positive and memorabl journey along the way.  Join the Royal family with over 500 of the best athletes and 3 Gym locations for your conveinace. 

Do not miss your chance to be a part of the excitement.  Cheer Dynasty is having team placements.  Stafford May 10, Manassas May 17th and Ashburn May 18th.  Check out Cheer Dynasty and all that the Gym has to offer.

Today childrens birthday parties are not just pinning the tale on the donkey or back yard barbeques.  The bigger the better seems to be the motto these days, regardless of the age of the child.   The internet can be the number one source to find the most extreme birthday to the most simple. 

JumpWorks is a Premier rental and Indorr Party Center.  It is the number one amusement provider.   

JumpWorks is an indoor play center with a collection of premier and express moonbounces.   These party exclusives have your choice of party packages from the basic to the elaborate.  The carpeted bounce room has four of the biggest inflateables which also includes slides and obstacles.  This is sure to be a memorable birthay for your child and they do it all for you.

The Magical Genie - Prepare to be amazed at the mysteries of the Magical Genie.    Once the show begins you will be amazed with the Magical genie and he actually gets the people from the audience involved.  Check him out and invite him to your next party.

Kids ‘n’ Clay Pottery Studio - Nothing is more fun that o get your hands muddy with a bunch of your friends.  The birthay boy/girl can have fun working in wet clay or with a paint yor own ceramics with their friends.  Each party addendee will have something to take home with them and as an option, create a group piece for the special birthday person.  Check out the web page for a complete list of packages.

Young Chefs Academy - will create an unforgettable birthday celebration for your child.  The party is filled with one an a half hours of laughter and fun.  All guests will participate in a hands on cooking party.  There are three birthday packages to choose from.  Each child depending on the package will take home a special momento from this memorable party.

The Little  Gym - Trained instructors create an atmosphere where positive experiences are the norm.  Every birthday party has the entire gym to themselves and includes plenty of music, movement games and fun.  This is a no-stress birthday party for parents because everything is handled.  Kids have a great time and parents rest easy.  All parties are 90 minutes book yours now.

Weecycled Wardrobe is Fredericksburg Area’s Largest Seasonal Kids Consignment Sale.  There are thousands of new and gently used, spring and summer childrens items for sale.  Now there is a second location this Spring in North Stafford, VA.  Located on Route 610, just 4 miles from the I-95 exit 143B, Starting April 16-19th, 2008.  4 Days only.

The Spring North Stafford Sale has drop off days of Sat, April 12th - Mon, April 14th.  Last day to enter items online is Sunday April 13 by 9:00 pm if we are printing your labels.  If you can print, you can enter until Monday and drop off before 7 pm.  Last day to bring items in is Monday, April 14 10am - 7 pm.  You can register online to be a volunteer.  Dates are still available for more volunteers to be available to work the shop.  If you volunteer you will be the first to presale on Tuesday, April 15th at 11am - 1pm. 

To be a consignor just register online.  Consignors presale is Tuesday, April 15th from 1pm - 4 pm.  Consignors earn 55%  of all items sold.  Sign up to be a consigner and follow the directions on the web page. 

These are semi-annual Consignment sales in Fredericksburg and Now North Stafford, VA.  Sales are held in early Spring (March/April) and Early fall (September/October).  There are over 500 consigors and thousands of shoppers.  The most popluar brands are Gymboree, Gap, Polo, Tommy Hilfiger, Nike, Guess, Kelly’s Kids, Lands End, LL Bean, Osh Kosh, Mulberry Bush, Sweet Potatoes, Lilly, American Girl, Limited Too and Mini Boden.  Not only are clothes available but toys, playgrounds, beds, kitchens, doll houses, tool benches, barie jeeps, American Girl Doll and accessories.  Nursery furniture and bedding are available too.  All baby accesories such as cadles, carseats, strollers, high chairs, exer-saucers and walkers.  Maternity clothing and Junior and Pre-teen clothing is also very popular.  If by the end of the sale no item is sold the Consignor has the opportunity to donate their unsold items.  These contributions are made to several organizations. 

This event is better than having a garage sale because most of the work is done for you.  There is no rain date and the prices you choose are firm and no one will offer you $1 for something that was $20.00. 

Be a Consignor, a buyer or a volunteer.  Which ever way you go it will pay off in the end.

Saturday, April 12 from 10 am to 3 pm the Massad YMCA on Butler Road in South Stafford, is hosting a Healthy Kids Day.  This event is sponsored by Fredericksburg Parent Magazine.  You will find lots of vendors and activities for families and performances by local kids.  Some of these activities and performances include Joe Romano The Magician, Ronald McDonald, Cheer Dynasty competative Cheer Teams and a 1K and 5K run.  B101.5 will be there to play all of your favorites while you walk from booth to booth.  Many of the vendors will have raffles and giveaways at their booths, so be sure to visit each of them.   This activity is free for the whole family.  Come out on Saturday to the Massad YMCA.