Special Discount from Knot Heads

My daughter and I struggle every morning trying to wrangle her curly hair out of her face and into a ponytail. I know I'm not the only mama faced with this tear-inducing (both mom and daughter) struggle each morning.

Enter the mamas behind Knot Heads ...they have created the perfect hair accessory for girls of all ages...And, they are offering 10% off to all San Diego Mamas. Just enter 'mama' when you use the google checkout feature at www.knotheads.com.

Mama Vote Resource: LWV Takes a Stand on Issues

Along with the presidential election this year, there are several other issues on the ballot. Check out the issues and find out where the League of Women Voters stand.

Calendar Pick of the Week:

Screen on the Green 2008: Bye, Bye Birdie
Date:	Thu. 8-14
Location:	Balboa Park
City:	San Diego
Time:	8:00 PM
URL:	http://www.sdmart.org/calendar-screen-on-the-green.html
East Lawn, near the Botanical Building and the Casa del Prado. Free. Back by popular demand, Screen on the Green celebrates two must-see summer exhibitions: Georgia O’Keeffe and the Women of the Stieglitz Circle and Eleanor Antin: Historical Takes. Guest-curated by film buff Scott Marks, this series is generously sponsored by Phil and Lyn Gildred. August 14 Bye-Bye Birdie (1963, G)

Meet The San Diego Mama Behind...

Even though it's San Diego, we still experience some uncomfortable temperatures during the month of August. And its nice to have a place to go indoors where kids can still get all their wiggles out...like Playwerx. With a large playground structure, cafe, gourmet coffee and espresso and free wi-fi it sounds like Playwerx will make moms and kids happy!

Meet Joanne...the mama behind Playwerx. (And...check back later this month for my on location review)

How long have you lived here?
We have lived in Carlsbad for 4 yrs and moved here from Manhattan Beach.

Why did you start your business?
We saw a need and we wanted to do it our way! It was important for us to have a healthy play alternative for the kids, while creating a great space for the parents. It was something we had always been looking for and couldn’t find.

What is your favorite thing about writing running your business?
It’s hard work but it is so much fun seeing all the kids coming through here. It is especially fun to hear their expressions of joy and amazement when they see the play structure for the first time.

What is your all-time favorite thing about living in San Diego?
I love the beaches and the fact that you have easy access to some of the most beautiful beaches around.

Where is your favorite place to eat in San Diego?
For something on the high end I enjoy Pamplemousse, but I also love a good taco at Wahoo’s..

Where is your favorite place to go with your child/children in San Diego?
We love to go to the beach or the pool. I think my children were born with gills!

Where is your favorite place to go without your child (with your husband or girlfriends)?
My husband and I enjoy a good quiet dinner with some great wine whenever we have a chance to get away.

Any insider San Diego secrets to share?
Stay off the 5 freeway in the summer as much as you can!

Pictures of San Diego Mama's Kiddos

I posted recently about Marlo Yoshimoto and her amazing talent behind the camera. I promised photos of my kids...and here they are! I think Marlo did such an amazing job. The studio is in her home, and it was so peaceful and lovely. She put on soft music and worked very quickly with my newborn. Her assistant even occupied Amelia with puzzles and coloring books so I could be with Miles while he was photographed. It was such a wonderful experience. Thanks Marlo!

Calendar Pick of the Week: Georgia O'Keeffe & The Women of the Stieglitz Circle

Georgia O’Keeffe and the Women of the Stieglitz Circle
Date:	Now - September 28, 2008
Location:	San Diego Museum of Art
City:	san Diego
URL:	http://www.sdmart.org
SDMA is the final and only West Coast venue for this nationally touring display of iconic works by O’Keeffe and the important women modernists who paved her way. Featuring over 80 works, the exhibition is the first to present pieces by all these women artists together in the same context. The women were all, at one point, promoted by famed New York gallerist and photographer Alfred Stieglitz, who later became O'Keeffe's husband. Become an SDMA member and see this unique exhibition for free! From now through the end of the exhibition's run, take advantage of discounted membership levels. For more information, please call (619) 696-1941 or email membership@sdmart.org.

Weekend Happening: Stephenie Meyer Midnight Release Party!

Tonight at 11:00 p.m. join Stephenie Meyer fans from around the city at Warwicks Bookstore for a Midnight Release Party for her new book Breaking Dawn.

Party includes:
Vampire Costume Contest
"Twilight" Zone Cafe
Cool Prizes (including Stephenie Meyer official t-shirts, Twilight Saga book bags, and gift cards)
Music with live DJ
Photo Mementoes
Graffiti Wall

...and much more!

For more information: www.warwicks.com