Kids – Is your mom the best? Tell us why and she could win great prizes and pampering from Glen Ellyn’s salons and boutiques in the “Glen Ellyn Moms: A Cut Above” essay contest.

In 500 words or less, write an essay about how your mom has made a difference in your life or our community. Entries will be judged on creativity and composition. The contest is open to students ages 6-13 who reside in Glen Ellyn or attend a school located in Glen Ellyn. Mail your entry to: Glen Ellyn Moms Contest, Glen Ellyn EDC, 800 Roosevelt Road D-108, Glen Ellyn, IL 60137.

Winning moms can win wonderful prizes from Glen Ellyn salons and boutiques, including:

• Day of pampering at Cheveux Salon & Day Spa. Cheveux features All-Nutrient Hair Coloring, an organic hair color process that provides fabulous shine and long-lasting color. Cheveux Salon & Day Spa, 532 Pennsylvania Ave, 630-858-8550
• Mother’s Day Brunch at Tap House Grill. Tap House Grill is hosting a Mother’s Day brunch featuring fabulous food and its famous ice cold draft beers. Tap House Grill, 411 N. Main St. 630-858-4369
• Fresh flower bouquet from Green Branch Florist. Green Branch is a family-owned full-service florist and gift shop, now located right on Main Street. Green Branch Florist, 485 N. Main Street, 630-858-7440.
• $50 gift certificate to Shear Pandemonia. Shear Pandemonia focuses on “everything above the shoulders,” including precision haircuts, coloring, styling and the smoothest facial waxing in town. Shear Pandemonia, 568 Crescent, 630-790-9334
• A Wine basket from Cabernet & Co. Cabernet & Co takes the mystery, terror and intimidation out of wine buying and brings good, interesting wines to Glen Ellyn at competitive prices. Cabernet & Co.,
  434 N. Main St. 630-469-2644
• A 2-foot UglyDoll from AliKat. AliKat is a hip, urban boutique in the western suburbs, carrying hot brands such as Patricia Locke, Island Cowgirl, Free People, Billabong, Big Buddha and more! AliKat,
  499 Pennsylvania, 630-469-5760
• Vera Bradley bag from Paisley on Main. Paisley on Main features traditional gifts with a twist, including Vera Bradley, Nora Fleming, Lilly Pulitzer stationery and gifts. Paisley on Main, 494 N. Main St., 630-790-2735
• $50 gift certificate for custom framing from Renaissance Art Studio. Renaissance Art Studio provides expert framing services and a range of products including photo frames, posters, prints, antiques, collectibles and invitations. Renaissance Art Studio, 481 N. Main, 630-858-4846
• $50 gift certificate to Bistro Monet. Bistro Monet offers budget-friendly bistro cuisine by Chef Michel Saragueta in an unforgettable dining experience. Bistro Monet, 462 N. Park, 630-469-4002

Entries must be received by May 1, 2009. For official rules, visit www.glenellynite.com.