What happens when you take a classic children’s story, throw in some 1960s grooviness a la Austin Powers (but without the innuendo), and add a twist of James Bond? You get Imagination Stage’s latest production of James and the Giant Peach, a skillfully done performance that integrates throwbacks to a different era that entertain children…
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3 Ways to Stay Hydrated
Water makes up more than two-thirds of the weight of the human body. Without water, humans would die in a few days. All the cells and organs need water to function. ~Water in Diet by National Institute of Health, MedlinePlus Water is essential for life and while we know we should be drinking six to…
Bike Safety Tips: Ways to Keep You and Your Bike Safe (w. Master Lock giveaway)
Are you a bike riding family? Whether you ride occasionally or constantly, bicycling is the second most popular outdoor activity in America, behind running. It has numerous health benefits such as reducing the risk of heart disease and stroke among those who ride three hours per week. Regardless of how often you ride, ensure that…
Skylanders Giants Great Easter Basket Giveaway ($250+ limited edition products!)
Skylanders is one of the hottest gaming titles on the market right now and one very luck reader has the opportunity to win a giant basket filled with limited edition and not-yet-released Skylanders items! It includes Giants toys, the Skylanders Battle arena, Adventure case, Bobble Stylus, Skylanders Giants Rolling Bookbags, Skylanders Giants sweatshirts, a poster, beach towel and so much more! Here’s…
The Croods: Movie-Themed Wii Game and iTunes Gift Card Giveaways (2 winners)
Last month I had to pass up a chance to visit DreamWorks to learn about The Croods and learn from those who worked so closely on DreamWorks Animation’s newest feature film. As painful as it was, I’ve loved living vicariously through others to get the inside scoop about this movie from friends such as Mommy…
6 Famous Hollywood Families Who Act Together on the Silver Screen (w. This is 40 giveaway)
The saying “the apple doesn’t fall far from the tree” certainly applies in Hollywood where talent is transferred from parent to child. Out as a Blu-Ray combo pack this Friday, This is 40 was a Judd Apatow family production. It’s hard to believe that it’s been five years since Paul Rudd and Leslie Mann appeared…
Paas Heinz Easter Egg Decorator App & Website for Virtual Decorating
Kids who can’t wait to dye Easter eggs and crafty parents who like to elevate decorating to an art form (or in search of a creative outlet during a hectic day) will appreciate the PAAS Heinz Egg Decorator. Decorate one egg or a basket full on the website or through the free iPad app (free)….
5 Films Depicting Life Changing Journeys (w. Life of Pi giveaway)
Movies are often about transformation as we watch characters go through life altering events through the course of the film. Nominated for 11 Oscars and taking prizes in four categories, including Best Director, Cinematography, Visual Effects, and Original Score, Life of Pi is definitely about Pi Patel’s adventure that is truly transformational. The incredible story…
11 Reasons to Digitally Download Life of Pi Before The Oscars
I admit to not being up on this year’s Academy Award nominated films but one that I really want to see is Life of Pi. Based on the acclaimed best-selling novel from Yann Martel and nominated for 11 Academy Awards, Life of Pi is now available for Digital HD (DHD) from Fox Digital HD before it…
Cadillac SRX: Luxurious Crossover SUV with an Eye for Detail
The Cadillac brand has always been synonymous with American luxury but I never truly grasped the nuances of the brand until getting behind the wheel of the 2013 Cadillac SRX. Not only is this crossover SUV absolutely stunning but it’s full of thoughtful features that help enhance the driver and passenger experience and make it…
