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Artistic Trading Cards – Calling All Kids
Artistic Trading Cards – Calling All Kids Remember how much you enjoyed getting mail in the mailbox as a child? Well, your kid can have that same feeling of having the world reach them with a little help from the grown-up artist in their life. This is a great summer activity for the kids and with the holidays approaching you can make themed-art as well! Source: Daisy Yellow Art Join In The Fun: Artistic Trading Cards (ATC) are a world-wide phenomenon and a fun way for children and adults to craft together. As with any ATC, the only rule is the card needs to be 2.5 inches…
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Fun Summer Ideas for Families-On-The-Go
Summer is here! We officially kicked off summer break last Friday night with a game of volleyball between some moms at school and our respective kids! And let me tell you, the moms were pretty darn serious about winning! It was hysterical! Some of the activities our family enjoys over the summer break include hiking, nature walks, spending time at the pool, trips to the beach, Newport Back Bay, Balboa Island, and mini-day trips. What are some of the things your family likes to do over the summer? One of the things about parenting that to be honest, did come learned the hard way, was that I need…
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Disney’s Pete’s Dragon Will Steal Your Heart – Out in Theaters August 12th
We had a chance to check out Disney’s new film Pete’s Dragon last weekend and absolutely fell in love with everything about this movie. I am such a sucker for dragons and the whole time watching this film I kept thinking that I wanted a dragon as a friend too! Disney is such the master at making heartfelt movies and this one is no exception. From the storytelling to the CGI, cast to Elliot the Dragon sweet personality, there is so much to love about this film. The Beginning: In 1977, Walt Disney Studios released the live-action/animated musical “Pete’s Dragon,” the endearing tale of a young boy and his friendship…
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On July 11th Nature Cat and the gang are back for more outdoor adventures!
Tally ho! On July 11th, Nature Cat and the gang are back for more outdoor adventures, in 8 all-new episodes premiering throughout the week on PBS KIDS. Created by the talented brother duo Adam and David Rudman and Todd Hannert, Nature Cat was created to inspire kids to get outside and go exploring! Featuring the original all-star cast, Nature Cat (voiced by Saturday Night Live’s Taran Killam), Hal (Bobby Moynihan, SNL), Squeeks (Kate McKinnon, SNL) and Daisy (Kate Micucci, The Big Bang Theory) are reunited for exciting, -new outdoor adventures. From rescue missions to nature mishaps, this season continues to follow a natural science curriculum, encouraging children ages 3-8…
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Disney Pixar’s Finding Dory Out in Theaters 6/17!
The time is now and after 13 years, I am so excited to say that FINDING DORY is now playing in theatres everywhere! This is one of Pixar’s best films and I promise the whole family will love this movie! Last month I had a chance to preview about 20 minutes of the much anticipated new Disney movie Finding Dory at the Disney Social Media Moms Conference and absolutely loved it! I wasn’t sure if this movie could compare to Finding Nemo but it sure does. Disney•Pixar’s “Finding Dory” reunites everyone’s favorite forgetful blue tang, Dory, with her friends Nemo and Marlin on a search for answers about…
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What’s Hot in Southern California :: In August
Between homework, soccer, school, dance, play dates, and any other kid-centric activity you may be involved with, do you ever find yourself stuck in a rut when it comes to what YOU want to do? Fear no more! I’m here to give you some fun tips on what is going on in Orange County! Music: For those of you who may remember the old Galaxy theatre in Santa Ana, Behold! It has been transformed into the ever hip and current Observatory! With two main rooms, it gives patrons a nice choice. Check out some of the performances coming up: August 25th & 26th: Jenny Lewis with…