Quincy Area Family Magazine

25/07/2024

🎄Are you looking for a photographer this Christmas season? Well, Love's Me Photography, LLC is having her first ever CHRISTMAS IN JULY SALE! Today only so book your mini session now!

IT'S LMP'S FIRST EVER CHRISTMAS IN JULY SALE!!!!

Today Only - Save 20% When You Book Your 2024 Christmas Mini!

2024 Christmas Minis will take place Sunday, November 3rd, 2024. There are 15 spots available (first come, first serve). A $50 retainer is required to book. All you need to do is click on the link below and it will take you to a page to book your time spot!

Session info: 20 minute session / 5 high resolutions digital images (with the option to purchase more) / online proofing gallery to select images / online downloadable final gallery / Location: My studio - Mendon, IL / Cost: originally $150 - $120 after the 20% saving ($70 due at the time of the session) / non-refundable $50 retainer due at the time of booking (Venmo: -Haskins-82 or Paypal: [email protected] - Clients must use the friends and family option to keep from incurring additional fees. Any additional fees or charges will be the clients responsibility at the time of final payment.)

*Note: These are separate from the Blessed Christmas Minis that are donation based. Those sessions are currently fully booked.

https://book.usesession.com/s/fSMUtBVT3

26/06/2024

✨Have you checked out our Kids Corner section? We like to fill this section with fun things for kids to do, kid-related information for parents and guardians, and a fun column with “Funny Things Kids Say.” We are always looking for new content, so send it our way if you have something that would fit this section. In our current issue, you can find an article called “Life is a Garden, Let’s Grow Together,” which has ways to introduce gardening to kids and how to make it a fun family event. We also have an article on water safety and another on fun-filled family activities to keep you connected through the summer. Head over to the link below to view our current issue.

https://qafmagazine.com/current-issue/

20/06/2024

☀️🌸 Hello, Summer! 🌸☀️

Even though the past week has felt like summer came early, today marks the first day of summer! Time to soak up the sun, enjoy the long days, and make unforgettable memories. What are you most excited about this season? 🌞🌴🍉🌺⛱️

18/06/2024

🏎🏍Did you get a chance to see the local Indy 500 and Monaco Grand Prix Quincy hosted a couple of weeks ago? If not, we have an amazing article about the event, including some of its history and some comments from this year's drivers. Be sure to head over to our website to view the article.

16/06/2024

🌟Happy Father’s Day!🌟

Today, we celebrate the incredible fathers who have given us the greatest gifts of all: love, support, and guidance. Whether you're a biological dad, stepdad, adoptive dad, granddad, or a father figure, your unwavering dedication and strength shape our lives in countless ways.

To the dads who have:
👨‍👧 Held our hands through life's challenges,
👨‍👦 Taught us to dream big and reach for the stars,
👨‍👧‍👦 Made us laugh with their dad jokes and silly antics,
👨‍👨‍👧‍👦 Shown us what it means to love unconditionally,

Thank you for being our heroes, our role models, and our biggest supporters. Your love and wisdom are the foundations upon which we build our lives.

Here's to all the fathers making a difference every day. You are appreciated more than words can express.

Happy Father’s Day! 💙

15/06/2024

✨Welcome to the Summer Issue of Quincy Area Family Magazine! As the warm rays of sunshine 🌞 and longer days fill our lives with vibrant energy, we are excited to bring you a special edition packed with fun, inspiration, and practical advice to make the most of this delightful season. ✨ Here are a few more highlights:

📚Local Indy 500 and Monaco Grand Prix
📚Difference Maker – Bernadette Mayoral
📚Local Not-For-Profit Spotlights – Chaddock
📚Celebrating Father’s Day

To view the current issue click the link below.
https://qafmagazine.com/current-issue/

05/06/2024

Discover our Health & Wellness section that has expert tips, local resources, and inspiring stories to help you and your family live your healthiest lives. From nutrition🥦 and fitness💪 to mental health🧘‍♀️ and self-care, we've got you covered!

We would love to hear from you. If you have content you'd like to submit to QAFM, you can do so through our website.

01/06/2024

📚 In just two short weeks, our fourth issue, which will be our Summer issue, is scheduled to drop. Subscribe today to be the first to view it. IT’S FREE!

12/05/2024

Happy Mother’s Day to all that play a mom role! We hope you enjoy this beautiful day.

04/05/2024

Thanks SOOOO much to my advisory board members, friends and their families for walking with me today at the Dogwood Parade. Your support is greatly appreciated. It was a gorgeous day. Pretty sure my face is burn but was well worth it. Here’s to going all out next year.

30/04/2024

In case you didn’t know, we have a Family Life section in our publication, and it is about more than just family. In our community, family isn't just about blood ties—it's about the connections we forge, the traditions we uphold, and the warmth of belonging to something greater than ourselves. We want to read your family life stories, from your weekend getaways to date night ideas. Community submissions are always welcome, but note that not all content will be published.

29/04/2024

Looking for a family getaway close to home? Check out page 22 of our current issue to read about Great Wolf Lodge – Kansas City, submitted by Allison Housewright. She has some great insight into the location and ways to save money. It looks like a lot of fun for the whole family. Link to our current issue below.

https://qafmagazine.com/current-issue/

20/04/2024

Only 10 more days to get in on this amazing Motherhood Mini Session Series deal from Love's Me Photography, LLC. How fun would it be to have some one-on-one time with your kiddos while having those moments captured for you and them to cherish forever. Don't wait any longer, contact Stephanie today!

31/03/2024

Happiest of Easters QAFM followers! May today be full of family and fun. Charish all the moments.

30/03/2024

Did you know we have a food talk section? I mean, who doesn't love food, right? Send us your favorite recipes or food stories for a chance to have them published in one of our upcoming issues. Check out page 14 to see what recipes we have in our current issue. Link to the current issue is below.

https://qafmagazine.com/current-issue/

28/03/2024

Instead of regular pancakes this Sunday morning, try some fun bunny pancakes for Easter morning. This little guy looks adorable and yummy! Check out page 16 of our current issue (link below) for instructions on creating this cute bunny. Be sure to send us pictures of your bunny creations.

https://qafmagazine.com/current-issue/

25/03/2024

Love's Me Photography, LLC is hosting a Motherhood Mini Session Series and you do not want to miss out! What better way to capture fun moments with your kids. To book your Motherhood Series Sessions call or text Stephanie at 217-491-1818 or email her at [email protected]. Booking ends April 30th, 2024.

19/03/2024

How amazing is this!!! Sod Buster Classic is our Not-For-Profit this season and is featured in our Spring issue, which dropped on March 15th.

The total is in- $55,000 raised from the 2024 Sod Buster Classic. WOW!

You are truly amazing. Thank you for your continue support, passion for helping others and desire to help those in the Tri-State's who are suffering hardships. You did this!

What a success.

19/03/2024

It’s the first day of Spring! Perfect timing as we dropped our Spring issue last week. Head to the link below to view the full issue.

https://qafmagazine.com/current-issue/

18/03/2024

"Research confirms that reading isn't merely a pastime; it's a powerful tool with the potential to shape our children's futures and strengthen our bonds with them. But how does this simple act hold such transformative power? Let's explore the profound impact reading can have on our lives and the lives of our little ones."

Head over to page 18 of our current issue (link below) to read about "The Transformative Power of Reading: Nurturing Minds, Hearts, and Bonds." You can learn about some of the great benefits of reading and how to incorporate it into your daily schedule.

https://qafmagazine.com/current-issue/

15/03/2024

Its finally here! Issue number 3, Spring 2024.

With this warmer weather, we know Spring is here. With that comes our next seasonal issue. In our Spring issue, you will find a new local Not-For-Profit, another amazing community difference-maker, some fun outdoor spring activities for the kids, and much more. Click the link below to view it now.

https://qafmagazine.com/current-issue/

12/03/2024

SNEAK PEEK ALERT!!! The Not-For-Profit that we are featuring in our upcoming Spring issue, due to publish this Friday, March 15th, is The Sod Buster Classic, which is a putt-putt golf tournament that is a fundraiser for families in need and organizations in the Western Illinois, Northeast Missouri area. This fundraising event is taking place this weekend, so head over to their page and sign up now!

Want to know more about this Not-For-Profit, join our email list to be the first to receive access to our Spring issue this Friday. Sign up on our page or under our current issue on our website.

10/03/2024

We all know kids can say the darndest things sometimes. And sometimes, those things make us laugh or brighten our day. If you have something funny your kids have said, send it over to us. We love adding to the list of “Funny Things Kids Say” in our Kids Corner section of our magazine. Check out some of our current submissions on page 42 of our current issue. Link below.

https://qafmagazine.com/current-issue/

08/03/2024

Are you a busy working parent? Check out "Tips & Tricks for the Busy Working Parent" on page 32 of our current issue. There is a lot of helpful information to make things a little easier in your day to day life. Link to current issue is below.

https://qafmagazine.com/current-issue/

06/03/2024

One of our advisory board members had the opportunity to interview Amy with the Quincy Children’s Museum to hear about how the idea for the museum came about. Head to the link below to check out one of our current Not-For-Profit Spotlights.

https://qafmagazine.com/current-issue/

In each issue we plan to spotlight one of the many local Not-For-Profit organizations that help our community. There are so many in Quincy and the surrounding areas that you may not know about them. Be sure to check out each issue to hear about a new Not-For-Profit spotlight. If you know of a Not-For-Profit organization that we can spotlight, email us at [email protected].

02/03/2024

Have you been feeling the Spring vibes? We definitely have over here at QAFM and we're excited to announce our Spring issue will publish in two weeks!

14/02/2024

Happy Valentine's Day to our QAFM family and friends!

23/01/2024

Check out our current issues Difference Maker, Kevin Blickhan. Read the story submitted by his daughters and see how Kevin has made an impact in the community.

Making a difference is a goal most people in the service field have, but they don’t always know the ways in which they are making a difference unless someone points it out or honors them in some way. Even then, those who truly and profoundly influence and inspire those around them, don’t underst...