Featured SoCal Events

Shark Lagoon Nights

Friday evenings, January 4 through May 31 (except Feb. 15 & 22, March 3 & April 19), 2013 Shark Lagoon Nights 6:00 p.m.-9:00 p.m. The public is invited to get up close with the ocean’s ultimate predators for free during Shark Lagoon Nights at the Aquarium of the Pacific. … [Read More...]

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SoCal City Kids News

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Adventures Abound this Summer at Rancho Los Cerritos!

Youngsters can combine a little learning with old-fashioned fun during “Summer Adventures” at Rancho Los Cerritos Historic Site. These weeklong historically themed camps for children ages 6-11 years old include historic crafts and activities, games, stories, and even special guests. The “Summer Adventures” day camps are designed to allow today’s urban children learn about history by … [Read More...]

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IT’S A BOY! AQUARIUM OF THE PACIFIC CELEBRATES THE BIRTH OF ITS 1ST MALE SEAL

  The public has the chance to help name the pup   WHAT:           The Aquarium of the Pacific staff is celebrating the birth of the first male harbor seal at the institution, which was born on May 1, 2013. The public has the chance to help name the pup through the Aquarium’s Adopt an Animal program by adopting a seal at the $25 level or higher before June 30, 2013. The pup … [Read More...]

Featured Products

Teacher Appreciation Month at Erin Condren End of the School Year special Giveaway!

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Are you a Teacher or a Homeschool Mom or Dad? Or are you looking for a great gift for your children's Teachers? Soon the school year will be ending and summer will be here! A great website for Teacher's gifts is Erin Condren.com. I love their products! I currently received a discount and purchased a Teacher Lesson Planner for next school year. I just love this planner! I was able … [Read More...]

Wholly Guacamole New Avocado Verde…yum! Add to your Memorial Day weekend menu!

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I love Wholly Guacamole! If you have been following SoCal City Kids, you probably know by now that it is truly my favorite Guacamole! I was excited to find out that they have a New Avocado Verde and this is one of my favorites of all their products! I received samples from our friends at Wholly Guacamole and it is so delicious! What I really love is that it can be used as a yummy salad dressing … [Read More...]

NEW! Unconditional Self-Love Message Cards! A collection of fifty art images by Rita Loyd

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It is important to love ourselves! It really is! I truly believe that you can't fully love someone else if you don't love yourself. So, I was thrilled to receive a set of Rita Loyd's New Unconditional Message Cards. I'm already a big fan of Rita Loyd and these new Self-Love Message cards are just beautiful! A collection of fifty art images by Rita Loyd with messages of unconditional self-love … [Read More...]

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Giveaways

NEW Sweet Lemonade PEEPS® Giveaway!

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I love PEEPS but I finally have a favorite! Peeps New Sweet Lemonade is a new Summer Treat that has hit the stores this month! I received some of these yummy Peeps and they taste like lemonade! The are so good that my son and I could not eat just one! Think of  lemon meringue and that is what it tastes like to me. Really! I have tried many peeps and love them all but this is my favorite! PEEPS® … [Read More...]

MIKE AND IKE® Lemonade Blends® Sweeten Summer 2013! Summer is almost here Giveaway!!

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Summer is almost here! It's almost summer vacation! As a homeschool Mom, I find this very exciting news! What better way to celebrate than with a "Summer is almost here Giveaway"? I received the Mike & Ike Lemonade Blends from our friends at Just Born and they are a hit at our house! This delicious flavor is returning for its 4th year. The favorite candy now has a new look and did you know … [Read More...]

Spring Fashions with Umi! Spring Giveaway!

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It’s Spring and love all the Spring time fashions! We love Umi Children’s shoes for the Spring! They have so many stylish shoes for both boys and girls and the new fashions are “just really epic!” (according to my 9-year-old son). He received The Umi Dann  and he loves them! These classic lace-up oxford sneakers are quite trendy and stylish! They even look a bit old-school style! … [Read More...]

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Media Reviews

Animal Helpers: Sanctuaries Written by Jennifer Keats Curtis and found at Sylvan Dell Publishing

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When you need a place to call home... Just as tiny kittens and puppies grow into bigger cats and dogs, wild animal babies grow into adults too. These full-grown animals may no longer be cute and cuddly. Their wild instincts may kick in. They can become very large, even dangerous. What happens to these exotic pets when owners realize they can no longer care for them but they can't be returned to … [Read More...]

Well executed plot, excellent visuals, unique music and a brilliant cast and crew KIDS FIRST! Coming Attractions, www.kidsfirst.org

GreatGatsby

From one of the most influential American writers of the 20th century, F. Scott Fitzgerald, comes this latest filmed version of his book, "The Great Gatsby" by Australian filmmaker Baz Luhrmann, the director of "Romeo + Juliet" and "Moulin Rouge." Known for his lavish productions, he delivers no less than that in this new treatment of this classic book. Fifteen-year-old Raven D., whose review … [Read More...]

Hey, Mr. Spaceman Out-Of-This World Children's Music!

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Blast off on this out-of-the-world journey into the stratosphere fueled with star power like The Byrds, The B-52's, T-Bone Burnett, Jimmy Durante, Ella Fitzgerald and many more!  Campy, fun and definitely retro, this tribute to sci-fi fans young or old is a must have for stargazing, space travel, or imagining the little green man outside your window (... or is it your imagination?) 1. Mr. … [Read More...]

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Beauty and Fashion Corner

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Olay Regenerist Advanced Anti-Aging Wrinkle Revolution Complex

Looking for a way to relax the appearance of wrinkles quickly? Olay has you covered with the Olay Regenerist Advanced Anti-Aging Wrinkle Revolution Complex. It's a moisturizer that utilizes optics-based skincare to smooth skin and relax the appearance of wrinkles in an instant. Its chronic anti-wrinkle complex hydrates to reduce the appearance of deep eye lines and instantly smoothes the … [Read More...]

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Summer Fashions with mark. It's starting to look like Summer!

  Summer is just around the corner and I love Summer fashions! I usually can't find hats that I actually really like but this has now changed! I received the Sunny Disposition Hat from our friends at mark. This hat is just perfect for sunny days at the beach! It is an extra-wide-brimmed, swirl-patterned hat that shields you from the sun while you look stylish at the same time! One size fits … [Read More...]

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Zoe Saldana “Star Trek Into Darkness” Los Angeles Premiere May 14, 2013 Look by Vera Steimberg for Laura Mercier

Makeup artist Vera Steimberg created a “chic, French-inspired” makeup look on actress Zoe Saldana for the “Star Trek Into Darkness” movie premiere in Los Angeles. LIPS: Deep red lips provided an elegant contrast to the actress’ sheer, nude gown ·         Steimberg applied Laura Mercier Crème Smooth Lip Colour in Hollywood ($26) to Saldana’s lips. “As soon as I … [Read More...]