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“This spa is your spa, this spa is my spa … This land was made for Spa-ing!” We hope you are ready for a geography lesson. Oh that’s right, we aren’t only crunching numbers with our #50dollartreaments but we are also expanding across the country.

On a mission to bring the healthy spa lifestyle to EVERYONE, we’ve worked to get more and more cities on board this for Spa Week Oct 10-16 than ever before. Below are 16 flourishing Spa Week states and our brand new small towns and cities in each, with some fun facts to get you better acquainted. Let the geography lesson begin… and tell us YOUR town or city below so we can work on getting them on board for next year if they aren’t yet. Spa for all!

California

The golden state is adding some more sunshine to Spa Week! First, we’ll take a stop at one of the hundreds of wineries at our disposal then finish by dipping our toes in the warm, sandy beaches and try to catch a glimpse of the celebs.

New Spa Week Towns: Calabasas, Claremont, Malibu, St. Helena

Connecticut

This may unofficially be the home of the “prepsters” with cardigan sweaters and boat shoes but there is also something for the historic buff. Relive your Jurassic Park memories by visiting one of the largest dinosaur track sites in North America, Dinosaur State Park.

New Spa Week Towns: Orange, Rocky Hill

Colorado

Famous for it’s “Polar Bear Plunge.” We aren’t sure we want to participate in that form of hydrotherapy.

New Spa Week Town: Boulder

Florida

Home to the “Happiest Place on Earth,” we are sure Mickey Mouse would find his inner zen at these spas.

New Spa Week Towns: Howey-in-the-Hills, Naples

Georgia

We are taking a bite into the Georgia peach and expanding from “Peaches to the Beaches” in…

New Spa Week Town: Perry

Illinois

“Beuller…” John Hughes shot several of his famous 1980s cult classics in this state including Ferris Bueller’s Day Off. Roll call…

New Spa Week Towns: Brookfield, Darien, Gurnee, Highland Park, Hinsdale, Hoffman Estates, Lombard, Skokie, Tinley Park, Willowbrook, Winnetka

Indiana

Santa Claus, Indiana receives over one half million letters and requests at Christmas time.

New Spa Week Town: Carmel

Massachusetts

The first Thanksgiving Day was celebrated in Plymouth in 1621.

New Spa Week Towns: Andover, Chesnut Hill, Peabody, Reading

Michigan

We are making a splash is this state known for its great water parks.

New Spa Week Towns: Commerce, Grand Rapids, Sterling Heights, Troy

Minnesota

Did you know that Minnesota has 90,000 miles of shoreline; more than California, Florida and Hawaii combined?! We sure didn’t.

New Spa Week Town: Maplewood

Missouri

Missouri Day is the third Wednesday in October. (Spa Week will be over by then, but we’ll celebrate anyway.)

New Spa Week Town: Frontenanc

New Hampshire

Vermont isn’t the only syrup-bearing state, New Hampshire is famous for being sappy. It takes approximately 40 gallons of sap to make approximately 1 gallon of maple syrup. That’s a lot of sap!

New Spa Week Towns: Hampton, Whitefield

New York

New York was the first state to require license plates on cars.

New Spa Week Towns: Mamaroneck, Pelham

Oklahoma

This state tickles our funny bone with Sooners like Kristin Chenoweth and SNL cast member, Bill Hader.

New Spa Week Town: Broken Arrow

Pennsylvania

Spa Week is taking over your campuses!

New Spa Week Towns: Ambler, Morrisville, State College

Virginia

Nicknamed the “Big Lick” (should we dare ask?).

New Spa Week Town: Roanoke!

Washington

America has this great state to thank for Starbucks – we know we can’t go without our coffee fix.

New Spa Week Town: Sammamish

Wisconsin

This state takes it love of cheese to another level with the signature “cheese head” foam hats.

New Spa Week Town: Green Lake

Texas

Everything is bigger in Texas, even Spa Week!

New Spa Week Town: New Braunfels

We hope to make it to every city… one day! Who run the world? SPA WEEK.

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No babysitter? No problem.

Our Hot Mom Spa Squad has been doing a stellar job rallying busy moms into the spa for some much-needed pampering, but in case you still have an excuse lingering, the buck stops HERE: LifeSpa, participating in Spa Week Fall 2011 at 78 locations across the United States, will watch your kids—FOR FREE—while you get pampered for only $50. This was a HUGE hit last Spa Week season, and we were thrilled to hear how many of you were able to take advantage of Spa Week because of it.

Craving a nice sweaty workout too, dear mother of three? LifeSpa is located inside select Life Time Fitness Centers across the country, and when you book a Spa Week treatment there, you get full access to the facilities for the day. What a perfect little situation—your kids get a fun, social, entertaining romp in Life Time Fitness’s Child Center (two hours complimentary) and YOU enjoy your me-time, totally guilt-free. There’s a Kids Computer Center, a Play Maze and a Junior Sport Court. Your little ones will be begging you to go to the spa all the time!

LifeSpa’s philosophy is to make their guests feel beautiful from the inside out by providing a personalized experience, advanced technicians, and the best-in-class products. The spa offers massages including deep tissue, Thai, and stone, hair care treatments, makeup artistry, facials, wraps, scrubs, waxing and more.

During Spa Week October 10-16, they are offering the following 3 treatments for $50 each:

• 50 Min Customized Massage with Choice of Deep Tissue, Trigger Point, Relaxation or Muscle Therapy Techniques and Warm Foot Cleanse
• 50 Min Signature Facial with Natural Vitamin Infusion and Soothing Arm Massage
• 60 Min Pampering Package: Includes 30 Min Spa Manicure, 30 Min Pedicure and Deep Hydrating Treatmen

Browse the 78 LifeSpa locations on spaweek.com to see if there’s one near you, and BOOK NOW. Locations are in Minnesota, Texas, Arizona, Colorado, Kansas, Nebraska, Utah, Illinois, Ohio, Missouri, Indiana, New York, Florida, Georgia, North Carolina, Maryland, Tennessee, Virginia, and New Jersey.

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Guest Contributor: Miss Cozy

As the air gets drier in the colder weather, it’s time to start moisturizing to the max!  Might also want to switch to heavier creams during this time of year.  This doesn’t necessarily mean you have to change lines or companies, since most skin-care lines have a variety of products to meet different needs. Switching between lighter to heavier creams, can rejuvenate your whole skin-care process. Now is a good time to try lotions that contain alpha-hydroxy acids (AHAs), such as glycolic or lactic acid, which are highly recommended to reverse dry skin and invisible lines at a deeper level.

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If you have the chance, try to stop by one of these great events this weekend:

Los Angeles, CA – One of the American Film Institute’s high-profile film festivals is once again here, in Hollywood: the much-anticipated AFI Fest. Running from November 4th-11th, the festival and related events will take place at: The Hollywood Roosevelt Hotel, The Egyptian Theatre, The Mann Chinese 6 Theatres, and Grauman’s Chinese Theatre (home of the nightly red carpet premieres). For the second year in a row, AFI Fest will offer free tickets to all of its screenings, with the support of event sponsor Audi. Check the AFI website for more information on getting your free tickets. Click here for more info or call 866-AFI-FEST for more info on Patron Packages and Passes.

Denver, CO – The fourth annual Denver Arts Week is November 5-13, 2010. Denver Arts Week will celebrate the Mile High City’s vibrant arts and cultural scene with more than 200 events and a kickoff weekend featuring “Know Your Arts First Friday” art walks in eight neighborhoods; more than a dozen free museums hosting extended hours on a Saturday night; and Denver’s on Stage offering week-long discounts, deals, and extra special programming by performing arts organizations.  Click here for more info.

Atlanta, GA – Learn to create Mexico’s most famous moles at home this Monday, November 8th 2010 at Rosa Mexicano’s Día de los Muertos Mole Cooking Demonstration and Luncheon. Attendees learn how to prepare three distinctive moles and enjoy a luncheon. The demonstration is $35 per person. Click here for more info or call 404-347-4090 for reservations

Detroit, Michigan – The 5th Annual Veterans Day Parade this Saturday, November 6th 2010 – gives Detroiters a chance to pay homage to its veterans as they march down Woodward Avenue to Hart Plaza. The parade is sponsored by the Metropolitan Detroit Veterans Coalition and is the only tribute in Michigan recognized by the VA – starting at Woodward Avenue & Temple - Downtown Detroit.  Click here for more info.

Long Island, NY – The New York Islanders Special Hockey Day is scheduled for Saturday, November 6, 2010 at the Nassau Veterans Memorial Coliseum. The all-day event, which starts at 1 pm, will feature Islanders alumni assisting developmentally disabled children and adults in an on-ice clinic and exhibition. The Islanders will host the Long Island Blues, the Island’s only developmentally disabled hockey team, and other members of the American Special Hockey Association. Tickets to the event are $35 and can be purchased by contacting Cliff Gault of the New York Islanders at (516) 501-6763. The tickets include admission to the Islanders-Flyers game that evening at 7 p.m. All proceeds benefit the Long Island Blues and New York State Disabled Hockey. Click here for more info.

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Guest Contributor: Miss Cozy

Your nails are likely to become brittle as the weather changes. Keep them well filed to avoid snags that lead to ripping and breakage. Also avoid fast drying nail polishes as they contain isopropyl alcohol (IPA) which causes them to become even more brittle and flaky.

Moisturize your nails and hands with a thick natural moisturizer. Sesame oil is wonderful, you need just a few teaspoonfuls. Add a few drops of tea tree oil to help keep harmful bacteria away (especially from your toenails).

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If you have the chance, try to stop by one of these great events this weekend:

Phoenix, Arizona – If you’re looking to expand your business and connections, stop by the Arizona Farmer and Chef connection this Monday, October 4th 2010.  This is meant to be “a gathering designed to foster collaboration and wholesale direct market opportunities between local farmers, ranchers, chefs and other food buyers who are committed to expanding and strengthening local and seasonal food networks.”  Check out their featured speakers, breakout sessions, networking, and a wine and cheese reception at the Intercontinental Montelucia Resort and Spa – 4949 E Lincoln Drive – Paradise Valley, AZ 85253  Click here for more info.

Los Angeles, California - Thanks to the LA County Fair, this rustic festival encourages us to forget those soy lattés and milk some cows, pet some horses, and enjoy some wine, beer and an array of food.  Some extra features include the Budweiser Clydesdales, the all Creatures Barnyard Racers – a group of fast racing pigs run through the mud, live music performances from the Summertime Concert Series – some headlining performers have included Jessica Simpson and The Village People, special performances like the aerial high wire show put on by The Pirates of the Colombian Caribbean and Circus regulars like the Stars of the Peking Acrobats from China perform. Click here for more info.

Denver, Colorado – “Dust off your running shoes and set your alarm for Sunday, October 3 when 60,000 participants are expected for the 18th annual Komen Denver Race for the Cure. The race, which starts and ends at the Pepsi Center, has three events: the 5K Co-Ed Run/Walk at 7:00am, 5K Co-Ed Walk at 8:00am and the Family 1-Mile Fun Walk at 9:00am.” Click here for more info.

New Orleans, Louisiana – Oktoberfest is done New O’leans style..  Featuring live bands, German food and beer, wine and schnapps, and Souvenirs from Germany – it’s held every year at Deutsches Haus, which is located at 200 S. Galvez Street in New Orleans. The Haus opens at 5:00 PM each Friday and 1:30 pm Saturday through October 25th – Meals are available at 5:00 PM until 10:45 PM. Click here for more info

St. Louis, Missouri – The best restaurants in town will be showing off their finest dishes at the 2010 Taste of St. Louis. This three day event features food, art, music, cooking demonstrations and more. The Taste of St. Louis is held at Soldiers Memorial at 12th and Market Streets in downtown St. Louis. Click here for more info.

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Guest Contributor: Miss Cozy

As the winds change, it is likely that your skin will be exposed to dryness and chapping. Look to the produce of the season to prepare a nourishing mask for your skin. Pumpkin is ideal – not only is it high in vitamin A, C and antioxidants, it has wonderful moisturizing properties. Prepare a mask of 2 Tbs cooked pumpkin and 1 Tbs honey. Apply it all over your face and leave for about 10-15 minutes before washing off.

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If you have the chance, try to stop by one of these great events this weekend:

San Diego, California – The Adams Avenue Street Fair is debuting this weekend, September 25th – 26th, as a diverse music and arts festival in a street fair setting. There will be 70 artists performing over eight blocks for over 100,000 people for two days, with music ranging from folk to Cajun to country to rock to blues, in a true “street scene” in the funkiest of urban neighborhoods, Normal Heights. There will be three beer gardens, Giant Carnival rides, plus 300 craft and food vendors.. Most importantly, it’s a FREE event! Now known as Southern California’s largest free street festival. The 29th annual 2010 Adams Avenue Street Fair will be held Saturday, September 25th 10 am til 9 pm, and Sunday, September 26th 10 am til 6 pm, from Adams Avenue at 32nd Street on the west to 35th Street on the east and one block south on Mansfield Street in the Normal Heights community of San Diego. Click here for more info.

Denver, Colorado – Now that Fall is officially here, the Denver Botanic Gardens has put together one of the most ‘attended’ corn mazes in the country! “Maze design is cut in the shape of a marmot (a large ground squirrel native to the Rocky Mountains that is also the mascot for the new Mordecai Children’s Garden at the Gardens’ York Street location).” Enjoy tasty fall treats from their food vendors, two observation bridges that provide a bird’s eye view to help you navigate, and Hayrides as well as pony rides will be available on the weekends for an additional cost. Click here for more info.

Washington, DC – September is known as Hispanic Heritage Month, so to celebrate traditions, this weekend – September 26th 2010, enjoy the Latino Festival hosted in Washington DC, also known as Fiesta DC. This is an annual celebration featuring highlights of the Latino culture with a Parade of Nations, a children’s festival, a science fair, a diplomatic pavilion for embassies and consulates, arts & crafts, and international cuisine. The free festival is huge and takes over the Columbia Heights neighborhood bringing together dozens of non profit organizations, community leaders, and members of the community. This Sunday, September 26th from 11 am til 7 pm Parade: 1:30 pm til 3:30 pm – Located at Mt. Pleasant St. NW, between Argonne Pl. and Park Rd., Washington, DC. Click here for more info.

Atlanta, Georgia – Fall couldn’t be a more perfect time of year to enjoy an outdoors-y afternoon with friends, without heat exhaustion! This Saturday, September 25th 2010, check out the Miller Lite Chili Cookoff Festival at Stone Mountain. Running from 10am until 7pm, stop by for a fun filled day of beer, music and chili from around 300 chili booths that will be providing free samples. Located at Stone Mountain Park, GA; Coliseum Meadow (Special Events Area) Click here for more info.

Great Neck, New York – Antique Cars for sale, international food and live music by the Meade Brothers – what more could you ask for from a Car Festival?? This Sunday from 12pm til 5pm, stop by the Great Neck Plaza Autofest/Festival. There will also be a petting zoo, pony rides and carnival rides. Classic cars like the Alco-6 Racer – winner of the 1909 and 1910 Long Island Vanderbilt Cup Race, will be displayed as well. Click here for more info.