Congratulations to Marnie Beilin on winning our Summer’s Last Hurrah Contest! 

Beilin posted this adorable photo of her 5-year-old daughter getting over her fear of water and shared this caption,

“My mom flew in from Arizona for my daughter's 5th birthday as a surprise.” 

During a trip to visit Beilin’s parents in Arizona, Beilin’s daughter overcame her fear of water with the help of her grandmother. 

“I had a bunch of her friends and family waiting for us at the pool to help celebrate her turning 5 years old, and being brave in the water!  Next to her is one of her is one of her best friends helping her celebrate.   She came a long way, and this was her day to shine!!!  Happy Birthday my sweet!  I am very proud of you... June 10th and everyday!” Beilin wrote. 

Beilin wins the following gift cards to help her with her back-to-school shopping: 

* $90 gift certificate to Lad & Lassie
* $80 gift certificate to Giggles & Giraffes
* $80 gift certificate to Three Wishes Toys N More 

Saulie from Evanston won the grand prize out of all participating Patch sites ((The sites are: Evanston, Wilmette-Kenilworth, Winnetka-Glencoe, Highland Park, Deerfield, Northbrook and Glenview.)  

Saulie shared a photo of two kids on the beach with this caption: “Endless waves, endless summer days. Waiting for the big one!” 

Saulie won a $500 Target gift card and a trip for four to Great America, parking for the day and a family meal.

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