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THE SCIENCE BEHIND PIXAR EXHIBITION at the California Science Center :: A Giveaway
Last weekend we attended The Science Behind Pixar Exhibition at the California Science Center. I am a bit embarrassed to say we had never visited the center before but I am so glad we had the opportunity to see firsthand all the wonderful things going on at the center! We even took a tour through the Exposition Park Rose Garden (amazing!) and The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles (also amazing). You can take the family and spend the whole day enjoying all that this area has to offer. The Science Behind Pixar Animation: The Science Behind Pixar Animation Exhibition is such a treat for anyone interested in animation…
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Marvel Studios “The Magic of STEM” Internship Program Empowers Girls
Last week Marvel Studios selected the latest winner of their STEM-based internship program in conjunction with the theatrical release of Marvel’s Dr. Strange on 11/4. The theme of this most recent program was The Magic of STEM, challenging girls to explore science and technology that may have once been considered “magic.” The winner of the internship was 16-yr-old Ashley Qin, whose project revolved around wearable biosensors and how they can function as non-invasive glucose monitors. This is the 4th challenge that Marvel Studios has put forth to elevate and celebrate inspirational young women who are interested in STEM (Science Technology Engineering and Mathematics), with each activity tailored to…
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Exclusive Interviews with the Actors of Keeping Up With the Joneses – In Theaters October 21st
When I received an email asking if I wanted to see an early screening of Keeping Up With the Joneses and interview the cast that includes my very favorite Hollywood leading man (Don Draper anyone?) I about fell out of my chair. Anyone who knows me, knows that Jon Hamm is my favorite and I could watch Mad Men over and over again (and have). Besides being very nice to look at, he is a great actor as well as is the rest of the cast, Isla Fisher, Zach Galifianakis and Gal Gadot in this rather funny movie that has us watch Zach’s character eat snake, participate in fast…
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Halloween :: Shows, DIY Costume and Craft Ideas
With Halloween only 11 days away, Halloween celebrations are in full swing. We absolutely go crazy this time of year – from decorating our house to deciding what our costumes shall be, my daughter and I love this time of year! Whether you’re in need of some quick and easy costume inspiration or looking for a Streaming and Screaming good time, Netflix has you covered. But that’s not all in their bag of tricks, check out their 5 spooktacular kids Halloween collections just in time for the big night. DIY Pee Wee Herman Costume – tutorial found here. No-Sew Care Bear Costume – tutorial found here. Easy…
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Disney’s Spectacular Adventure “Alice Through the Looking Glass” out on Blu-ray October 18th
Disney’s Spectacular Adventure “Alice Through the Looking Glass” Journeys Home Oct. 18 on Digital HD, Blu-ray™ and Disney Movies Anywhere Step through the magical looking glass and behind the scenes to discover how filmmakers created this riveting return to the whimsical world of Underland! Lewis Carroll’s “Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland” forever changed the landscape of children’s literature; Disney’s animated “Alice in Wonderland” embraced this fantasy world filled with peculiar characters; and Tim Burton directed a visually-stunning, live-action film that mesmerized audiences worldwide. On Oct. 18, 2016, the enchanting and beloved franchise that has captivated generations of adventurers continues when Disney’s “Alice Through the Looking Glass” arrives home on Digital…
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Beloved cartoon aardvark Arthur Read is celebrating his 20th anniversary this October!
Are your kids a fan of the beloved cartoon aardvark Arthur Read? Well, he is celebrating his 20th anniversary this month. Holding the title of TV’s longest-running children’s animated series, Arthur kicks off season 20 on Monday, October 10th, with new episodes that give us a glimpse into the “Past, Present, and Future” of their favorite characters. Especially noteworthy is the new episode titled “Cereal,” in which Buster launches a podcast to uncover the truth about a missing cereal box – a nod to the popular “Serial” podcast series. This Emmy and Peabody award-winning PBS Kids series is beloved by many and had over 161 million website visits…