Shopkins Live! - State Theatre New Jersey

Do you have any little Shopkins lovers in your household? If you do, then I have some news that will put big smiles on their faces: Shopkins Live! Shop It Up! is on tour right now! This live musical extravaganza features performances by Shoppies like Jessicake, Bubbleisha, Peppa-Mint, Rainbow Kate, Cocolette, Polli Polish, and more. ...

January 10, 2018

“Soaring Wings: Journey of the Crested Ibis” Makes Its American Premier at Lincoln Center

by Denise

The American premiere of the Shanghai Dance Theatre’s Soaring Wings: Journey of the Crested Ibis took place at New York City’s David H. Koch Theater at Lincoln Center last weekend, and my daughter and I were fortunate to be in attendance on the big night. Known as “the bird of good fortune”, the crested ibis...

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Entertainment

January 5, 2018

Screen-Free, Mess-Free Fun with ORBMolecules + Giveaway

by Denise

It’s a snow day! Well, it’s a snow day for the kids anyway. I work from home, so I don’t get the day off. It would be easy to plant the kids in front of the TV so I can focus on my job, but you know how I feel about screens. When I provide...

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January 5, 2018

Crochet Hair: An Easy to Maintain and Protective Hairstyle Option

by Denise

This is a sponsored post. All opinions are my own. Remember crochet braids from way back in the ’90s? They’ve come back in style, and for good reason. They’re relatively easy to do, easy to maintain, inexpensive, and there are countless color, length, and texture options. How does it work? Synthetic hair extensions are basically...

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Beauty

December 28, 2017

Protect Your Eyes in Style with Prescription Sunglasses from Visionworks

by Kelli

Happy almost-New Year! Here we are again, in the final stretch. It’s that special time when we pause to reflect on our lives and the past year, and begin looking forward to a fresh start and positive changes. At least that’s the idea. I tend to just get stressed out and end up making resolutions...

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Fashion Health Reviews

Liberty Science Center Jennifer Chalsty Planetarium

December 22, 2017

The New Liberty Science Center Planetarium is the Largest in the Western Hemisphere + Giveaway

by Denise

My family and I already considered ourselves pretty lucky to be within driving distance of the Liberty Science Center and their amazing, interactive exhibits, but now we’re even more excited about it. On December 9th, the LSC opened the largest and most technically advanced planetarium in the Western Hemisphere! It really is HUGE! Its diameter...

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December 22, 2017

LEAP! is Available on Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital Now

by Denise

Are you looking for an animated adventure the whole family will enjoy? Then you’re in luck because Leap! is available now on Blu-ray and DVD. In Leap!, 11-year-old orphan Félicie has one dream – to go to Paris and become a dancer. Her best friend Victor, an imaginative but exhausting boy with a passion for...

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December 20, 2017

A Calendar for Every Personality + Giveaway

by Denise

I just love calendars! Obviously, you can use them for keeping track of important dates, but they can be so much more than an organizational tool. When you need a little break from the chaos of life, a glance at a calendar can reward you with an uplifting image or a touching sentiment. They can...

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Gifts Giveaways Organization

December 19, 2017

Despicable Me 3 is Available to Own Now + Free Printable Holiday Activity Sheets

by Denise

We’ve got Minions, and you can too, because Despicable Me 3 is now available on 4K Ultra HD, Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital! The third installment of this immensely successful franchise introduces us to a brand new supervillain: disgruntled ’80s kid actor Balthazar Bratt. Mad at the word because his TV show was canceled, he turned...

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Misook Sequin and Sheer Jacket - Holiday Outfit

December 18, 2017

Turn One Set of Classic Knits into Two Comfortable and Sophisticated Holiday Looks

by Denise

The holiday party season is here, and that means plenty of opportunities to get fancy! Some equate dressing up with discomfort, but it really doesn’t have to be that way. I’m partnering with Misook to bring you some ideas for holiday party looks that are stylish, sophisticated, and comfortable. If you like what you see,...

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Fashion Holidays Savings

December 15, 2017

Remote Control Machines: Construction Vehicles + Giveaway

by Denise

Looking for a toy that will challenge your kids while still entertaining them? I’ve got just the thing. Thames & Kosmos has an amazing line of Remote Control Machines, and today we’re going to discuss their Construction Vehicles. Aimed at 6-10 year olds, the 227-piece set allows them to build 8 models of realistic...

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