A Celebration Gift of all Holidays this Season - Ring in the Noon-Year at Pretend City with a Family 4 pack of fun!

Celebrate New Years with Pretend City at NOON-Years! 

We are always looking for something to do with the kids for New Years. In our youth, pre children, we would attend a party or event and head home. Since kids we always want to have our family together on New Years eve and day. 

Looking for things to do or check out, something new, I realized that NOON-Years at +Pretend City Children's Museum is perfect fun for everyone. We will get to let the kids run around and celebrate the New Year upon us while tiring them out a bit so that later in the evening we can celebrate too!

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There is always a lot of edufun going on over at +Pretend City Children's Museum so this celebration of all Holidays, turning into a new year, will be just as spectacular on the fun scale!

Here is what they will have going on:

* December 31st 10am to 5pm 

* Story Time - Twas The Night Before New Years

* Smart Art - New Year's Resolution 

* Music and Movement - New Year's Eve Confetti Countdown every two hours starting at noon with a Confetti Countdown also every two hours starting at 10am going until 4pm 

Get all the details and purchase tickets here!

This will be our first Noon Years Eve Celebration and we are very excited to attend! To ring in the new year right we are giving away a family 4 pack to Pretend City's Noon Year's Eve Celebration! 

All you have to do is enter below.... good luck to everyone!

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Happy New Year everyone! Thank you for reading, following along and supporting my blog. Best wishes in 2016!


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Learn, Play, Laugh & Much More at Discovery Cube OC Winter Wonderfest

Winter Wonderfest at +DiscoveryCubeOC . has everything Snow for your family to enjoy in OC!

Last weekend we were privileged to attend the preview of Winter Wonderfest at the Discovery Cube OC. 

There is so much to do inside the Discovery Cube itself, but then add in all the Snow Play, Sledding and crafting, I totally thought it would be sensory overload for my 4yo.  I was wrong!

The snow play area is fenced in and there is staff at every angle ready to help. My kids wanted to brave the 70 foot ice slide and loved racing down at full speed. 

As you can see, so did my husband, yes big kids up to 230lbs are able to take a ride too. 

            

For those that are not as brave as some dare devils, there are also mini slides for 5 and up as well as a small sloped slide for under 5. 

There are a lot of the play toys that keep kids busy, leaving some like mine, never wanting to leave the fresh snow play spot next to the smaller sledding slide. 

To entice the kids to head inside, after almost 1.5hrs of winter fun, we decided to tell them they would be able to check out the new Hot Wheels exhibit as well as the Science of Gingerbread!

Hot Wheels was up first and let me tell you how lost every boy and girl, young and old, can get lost playing for hours in the best way. My son was creating ramps and races, dropping cars from over 6 feet tall and my daughter was building race tracks with her girl friends right next to the boys and were racing on their own made up tracks. It was so fun! My son did not want to leave and had a little bit of a hard time disconnecting but we got his re focused on the "Going into the Gingerbread House" that we got him to walk away. 

We were all excited to check out the Science of Gingerbread. Here the kids are able to select sweets to be added to crackers to build a race car to race until the wheels fall off or it gets eaten piece by piece, both of which happened to us.

                   

Hahaa! So much Fun. We also loved seeing the Science of Gingerbread - Kitchen Chemistry Learning Station, where a Scientist full of knowledge was working with baking for season treats! So very cool to see and have explained to the kids. 

A must see while at Winter Wonderfest , aside from the fun snow play, the Rocket Launch! It was our first time seeing the Rocket Launch and we all thought it was a very awesome experience. 

What I loved most? Everything - There really is something for everyone and the best part is that you can stay and play inside the Cube. I also have to give a shout out to the team, staff, volunteer students and the Cube in general since everyone was amazingly sweet, helpful and patient with my son who is on the spectrum! 

My daughter always has a great time, but when I can walk away saying my son not only had fun but was treated with patience and understanding since he lacks that, I am one pleased mama. Thank you Discovery Cube OC for that in your whole team. 

Grateful to this staff member, who allowed Mikey to ride over and over again,
helping him each step of his excited little way!

Did you know that you can also see Santa? He is located near the life size Gingerbread House ready for pictures and smiles. 

Play, learn, throw snow, sled and so much more waits for you at Winter Wonderfest opening THIS WEEKEND until January 3rd 2016!

Are you interested in annual passes to Discovery Cube OC? What a perfect Holiday Gift that would be for family or friends. Get all the info on that here!

Thank you Discovery Cube OC for an amazing day! My babies smiling for hours indoors and outdoors on a beautiful day was just perfect family time.

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Disney's Frozen On Ice Is Magical!

Feel like you are part of the movie Frozen as it is performed on ice in front of your eyes!

 As if we couldn't love Frozen any more than we already do... Feld Entertainment has topped itself with their production of Frozen On Ice!

With action, singing, ice skating and so much more the whole show captures the audience of all ages from start to finish, leaving you wanting it to never end.

A special treat, in the beginning of the show, all the princesses are on the ice! So magical and so Disney!

We sent our contributor team Melissa and Ava out to Staples  Center to get all the scoop from the Blue Carpet and show itself!

Here are the top 4 favs of our lil Miss. Ava, guest kid blogger:
* The Ice Skating, tricks, twirls and twists
* Loved Anna and Elsa and how they sang so clear and beautiful
* Favorite monster Marshmallow made the biggest scare and brought the most fun to the ice. 

* Variety of gifts to buy and souvenirs to get from tee shirts to glowing wands. 

One of everything please and thank you!

What my awesome guest contributor Melissa loved as the parent in charge hehee:
* Interaction of the show - Felt as if you were watching the movie live!
* The singing was amazing especially singing along with your little one to all the songs you play over and over again at home, in the car, well everywhere!
* The whole show was humorous and entertaining. Very heartwarming. 

* All the costumes and scenes were on point. There is a scene where they are running away from the wolves and it felt like you were right in the middle of all the action.

*  Definitely a highlight where everyone got excited - When Kristoff did a couple flips. You heard clapping and cheering the whole time!

"Awesome show! Definitely delivered for sure!" - Martinez Girls

Ava and cousin showing us their Frozen Outfits!

My daughter and I get to see the show next week. We will be attending the performance at the Honda center! Tickets are still on sale - show dates and details are below and you can also get all the details at  www.DisneyOnIce.com/FROZEN 

STAPLES CENTER SHOW SCHEDULE:

Wednesday, December 9       7:30 PM

Thursday, December 10         3:00 PM & 7:30 PM

Friday, December 11              11:30 AM & 7:30 PM

Saturday, December 12          11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Sunday, December 13             11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Monday, December 14                 7:30 PM

HONDA CENTER/ANAHEIM SHOW SCHEDULE:

Wednesday, December 16     7:30 PM

Thursday, December 17         10:30 AM & 7:30 PM

Friday, December 18              1:30 PM & 7:30 PM

Saturday, December 19          11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Sunday, December 20             11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Monday, December 21                3:00 PM & 7:30 PM

CITIZENS BUSINESS BANK ARENA/ONTARIO SHOW SCHEDULE:

Wednesday, December 23     7:00 PM

Thursday, December 24         4:30 PM

Friday, December 25              3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Saturday, December 26          11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Sunday, December 27             11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

LONG BEACH ARENA SHOW SCHEDULE:

Tuesday, December 29           7:00 PM

Wednesday, December 30     7:00 PM

Thursday, December 31         4:30 PM

Friday, January 1                     2:30 PM & 6:30 PM

Saturday, January 2                11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Sunday, January 3                   11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Monday, January 4                          7:00 PM

A show not to be missed, here are the remaining show times and dates and all the details you need to know to get tickets now!

Do you have Frozen Fever this winter? We so do!

Thank you to Disney On Ice and Feld Entertainment for the invite to attend, it was the best one we've seen so far! Awesome job!

Happy Winter

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Harry Potter is Coming to Universal Studios in a Wizarding World of a way!

It is true! The Wizarding World of Harry Potter will be Open on Thursday, April 7th 2016!

Universal City, California, December 8, 2015 – It’s official: “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™” will open at Universal Studios Hollywood on Thursday, April 7, 2016, marking the highly-anticipated arrival of the West Coast’s dynamic new immersive experience at The Entertainment Capital of L.A.

More than five years in the making, and inspired by J.K. Rowling’s compelling stories and characters that were brought to life in the Warner Bros. films, “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” is being masterfully recreated with impeccable detail as a real-world interpretation at Universal Studios Hollywood. The land will be faithful to the visual landscape of the fiction and films, including Hogwarts castle which will serve as its iconic focal point.

From its snow-capped roofs and cobblestone streets to the historic British sensibilities that characterize the whimsical look and feel of the land, “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” will transport guests of all ages to the very places they read about in the stories or watched on the silver screen.

Upon entering the land through the archway, Hogsmeade will bustle to life with the same vitality of a quaint local village: merchants hard at work, a train conductor welcoming new arrivals and a pub packed to the gills with hungry patrons, but with the added element of enthusiastic guests intent on experiencing them all, including the land’s signature ride, “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey,” and the family outdoor coaster, “Flight of the Hippogriff™.”

An achievement in pioneering theme park ride technology, “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” will make its U.S. debut at Universal Studios Hollywood in hyper-realistic 3D-HD designed to further immerse guests in an already engaging storyline. The multidimensional thrill ride features a groundbreaking robotics ride system, fused with elaborate filmed action sequences and immersive visceral effects. In this updated adaptation of the ride, guests will sport Quidditch-inspired 3D goggles as they venture through journeys experienced by Harry and his friends, spiraling and pivoting 360-degrees along an elevated ride track on a whirlwind adventure of a lifetime.

Also within “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter,” the enchanting family coaster, “Flight of the Hippogriff™” will open as Universal Studios Hollywood’s first outdoor roller coaster.

“The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” will resonate with immense detail, inviting guests to revel in Harry Potter’s world with the opportunity to enjoy authentic food and beverage at multiple locations, including Three Broomsticks™, and Hog's Head pub, as well as the Magic Neep and Butterbeer™ carts.

A foray through the shops will add to the authenticity of the land with eight retail venues and locations, including Honeydukes™, Ollivanders™, Owl Post™, Zonko’s™ Joke Shop, Wiseacre's Wizarding Equipment, Dervish and Banges, Gladrags Wizardwear and Filch’s Emporium of Confiscated Goods™.

Currently, Universal Studios Hollywood in-park guests can experience and purchase authentic merchandise, including wands, robes and other collectibles from "The Wizarding World of Harry Potter," available within the Features Presentation shop, located just inside the theme park’s main entry.

As the countdown to the April 7th opening date continues, the website invites guests to learn more by signing up for the latest news and information at www.universalstudioshollywood.com/harrypotter/signup.

Join the conversation online using #WizardingWorldHollywood. Like Universal Studios Hollywood on Facebook and follow @UniStudios on Instagram and Twitter.

We are so excited, can't wait for the fun and magic of Harry Potter. 

Frozen On Ice - Coming to SoCal This Week!

For the first time in forever, Frozen on Ice is coming to SoCal!

Did you know that the Frozen Sisters are coming to OC and LA this month?!

I sent out all the details on my blog but that was in January when we bought our tickets. I know, I know, so early...but everyone has Frozen Fever and I knew it would sell out! see past blog post here!

We were invited to check out the new Frozen On Ice show. I will be sending my girl Melissa to cover the event for me. We will have a recap and all the details about what not to miss and what to look out for by this weekend posted! 

There is still time to get the few tickets that are left. I heard there was even another show added cause of the demand for seats. 

Check out all the updated details of the show and how to still get your tickets now as a special pre Holiday surprise. Perfect for Hanukkah or early Christmas present. 

About the show and how to get tickets:

Feld Entertainment, Inc., Brings the #1 Animated Movie of All Time to Life with

Disney On Ice presents Frozen 
Presented by Stonyfield YoKids Organic Yogurt

Coming to Los Angeles in December 2015!

STAPLES CENTER SHOW SCHEDULE:

Wednesday, December 9       7:30 PM

Thursday, December 10         3:00 PM & 7:30 PM

Friday, December 11              11:30 AM & 7:30 PM

Saturday, December 12          11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Sunday, December 13             11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Monday, December 14                 7:30 PM

HONDA CENTER/ANAHEIM SHOW SCHEDULE:

Wednesday, December 16     7:30 PM

Thursday, December 17         10:30 AM & 7:30 PM

Friday, December 18              1:30 PM & 7:30 PM

Saturday, December 19          11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Sunday, December 20             11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Monday, December 21                3:00 PM & 7:30 PM

CITIZENS BUSINESS BANK ARENA/ONTARIO SHOW SCHEDULE:

Wednesday, December 23     7:00 PM

Thursday, December 24         4:30 PM

Friday, December 25              3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Saturday, December 26          11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Sunday, December 27             11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

LONG BEACH ARENA SHOW SCHEDULE:

Tuesday, December 29           7:00 PM

Wednesday, December 30     7:00 PM

Thursday, December 31         4:30 PM

Friday, January 1                     2:30 PM & 6:30 PM

Saturday, January 2                11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Sunday, January 3                   11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 7:00 PM

Monday, January 4                          7:00 PM

For a complete list of tour dates, visit the Disney On Ice website (www.disneyonice.com) 
or click here (www.DisneyOnIce.com/FROZEN) and stay current on the latest developments through social media by visiting:

Facebook  (www.facebook.com/DisneyOnIce)

Twitter  (@DisneyOnIce 

YouTube  (www.youtube.com/DisneyOnIce)

We can not wait to be FROZEN OVER!

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