You are here: Home / Archives for 2015

Archives for 2015

What’s in Your Bag? KissSafe™ Oral Antiseptic Breath Spray: Kiss. Don’t Risk.™

July 23, 2015 By 1 Comment

KissSafe™-Hi-ResReSizeUp-copy-2

There’s a brand new breath spray and oral antiseptic called  KissSafe™, a must have item for every bag, backpack, pocket or clutch. An essential item, practical for both daily use as well as for meeting up with that special someone.

KissSafe™ is the first personal hygiene product dedicated specifically to making kissing a safer experience while also freshening the breath. It contains an FDA-approved active ingredient that safely and effectively kills germs in the mouth and oral cavity before and after intimate kissing. KissSafe’s proprietary prevent-tech will be a game changer for kissing and intimacy.

I received a free sample and was quite impressed that it eliminates germs in your mouth and also freshens your breath. I really like the fresh mint flavor! This one is a real Must-Have for the Summer!

Don’t let a kiss be more than just a kiss.  Kiss.  Don’t  Risk.™    KissSafe™   KissSafe™  is now available on  Amazon.com and  KissSafe.com

Self Disclosure: I received a free sample to facilitate this post.

Filed Under: Beauty and Fashion, Beauty and Fashion Corner

Lionsgate’s SHAUN THE SHEEP MOVIE – Screening

July 22, 2015 By 5 Comments

unnamed

When Shaun decides to take the day off and have some fun, he gets a little more action than he bargained for.  A mix up with the Farmer, a caravan, and a very steep hill lead them all to the Big City and it’s up to Shaun and the flock to return everyone safely to the green grass of home.

 

Lionsgate, Studiocanal and Aardman Animations present in association with Anthon Capital Entertainment, an Aardman production.

SHAUN THE SHEEP MOVIE

Saturday, August 1st @ 10 AM

Pacific’s The Grove Stadium 14

189 The Grove Dr, Los Angeles, CA 90036

 

http://www.lionsgatescreenings.com/SHAUNSCCK

Credit: Lionsgate.

Filed Under: Announcements

Camarillo Premium Outlets Welcomes New Additions This Summer

July 22, 2015 By Leave a Comment

Camarillo Premium Outlets is gearing up to welcome a slate of new retailers this summer, including TaylorMade, Tommy Hilfiger Kids, Ted Baker London and Starbucks.

 

“We’re adding to our already amazing roster of options here at Camarillo Premium Outlets,” said Brian Sikoff, Director of Marketing and Business Development at Camarillo Premium Outlets. “We continue to offer a unique retailer experience that is perfect for a shopping spree or day out with the family.”

 

The new list of retailers joins a recently opened Vince, Citizen Watch, and Godiva Chocolatier, which all joined the Main Court earlier this year.

 

Specializing in the best-performing golf equipment in the game, TaylorMade Factory Store is slated to open onThursday, July 23 in a roughly 2,500-square foot space in The Promenade. Headquartered in Carlsbad, California, TaylorMade sells golf clubs, balls, clothing and accessories.

 

Following shortly after on July 30, Starbucks, the world-renowned roaster and retailer of high-quality arabica coffee, is slated to open a café-style standalone kiosk with seating in Camarillo Premium Outlets’ Main Court, next to Banana Republic.

 

Next month on August 4, Tommy Hilfiger Kids is slated to join the center in a roughly 2,500-square foot store. The premium lifestyle brand features high-quality casual wear for children.

 

Slated for an August 23 opening, Ted Baker London will also join Camarillo Premium Outlets’ lineup in a more than 2,200-square foot store. Founded as a men’s shirting specialist in Glasgow, Ted Baker London has grown into a world-renowned brand with clothing, accessories and shoes for men and women. The company is known for its subtle humor, distinctive use of color and pattern, and, above all, its dedication to high-quality craftsmanship.

 

For more up-to-date news and events, follow Camarillo Premium Outlets online at twitter.com/CamarilloPO and www.facebook.com/camarillopremiumoutlets.

About Simon Premium Outlets

Simon’s Premium Outlets portfolio is the world’s largest collection of upscale outlet centers. It includes 77 Premium Outlet Centers® including 63 in the United States, one in Puerto Rico, nine in Japan, two in Korea, one in Malaysia and one in Mexico. Premium Outlet Centers in the United States are located primarily in or near major metropolitan markets such as New York, Los Angeles, Boston and Chicago and visitor markets such as Orlando, Las Vegas and Palm Springs. Center information is available at www.premiumoutlets.com.

 

About Camarillo Premium Outlets

Camarillo Premium Outlets offers more than 160 outlet stores, including impressive savings Armani, Banana Republic Factory Store, Barneys New York, Coach, Cole Haan, J.Crew, Kenneth Cole, Lucky Brand, Neiman Marcus Last Call, Nike, Polo Ralph Lauren, Saks Fifth Avenue Off 5th, Tommy Hilfiger, Tory Burch and more. Camarillo Premium Outlets is located just 45 minutes North of Los Angeles and 40 minutes South of Santa Barbara.  For more information, visit http://www.premiumoutlets.com/camarillo or call (805) 445-8520.

Credit: Camarillo Premium Outlets.

Filed Under: Announcements

Fun Activities for Parents and Kids this National Parents’ Day!

July 22, 2015 By Leave a Comment

E4E87AF6-A84A-941A-4ABB2F80860DFBA3

With National Parents’ Day coming up on July 26, here are some great family activities to celebrate the day on behalf of the National Park Service. There are more than 400 parks, and the Find Your Park campaign encourages everyone to get up, get out there and #FindYourPark no matter what your interest.

 

Here are the top three family parks to visit this month that both parents and kids will enjoy!

 

  • Yosemite National Park in California offers breathtaking views of the giant Sequoia Trees, which are more than 3,000 years old. For the more adventurous family, don’t miss out on rafting down the Merced River or going on the Glacier Point Tour.
  • The Great Smoky Mountains in Tennessee is the perfect spot to search for little critters – in fact, The Great Smoky Mountains happens to be the salamander capital of the world! Other great wildlife watching can be found in Cades Cove and Cataloochee.
  • Yellowstone National Park in Wyoming has some of the most incredible geysers in the world and offers tours and programs for every age – from the Young Scientist Program for the kids to learning more about the park’s 11,000-year history for the adults.

 

Additionally, all national parks will be fee free on August 25th to celebrate Founder’s Day and the National Park Services’ 99th birthday, making it a great time to visit a park with the entire family!

Photo Credit: Joshua Tree NPS.org. Credit: NPS.org. No compensation was received to post. 

 

 

Filed Under: Announcements

Whiskers is Pet of the Week!

July 22, 2015 By Leave a Comment

Whiskers, July 23 Pet of the Week

Whiskers is only 8 months old, yet she seems to possess the gravitas of a feline several years her senior. She’s sweet as can be, but don’t let that staid stance fool you—directly after her photo session, she hunkered down on her haunches, ready to play! She’s spayed and ready to go home! Meet Whiskers at the Companion Animal Village at 7700 East Spring St., (562) 570-PETS. Ask for ID#A549267.

 

(This rescue encouraged by the usual suspects.)

 

Credit: Companion Animal Village. No compensation was received to post.

Filed Under: Pet Corner

ANT-MAN

July 20, 2015 By Leave a Comment

Antman.poster

The Ant-Man is one of the lesser known Marvel characters and, with this new film, has quickly become a new favorite for many. The storyline reveals his origins and how he develops his astonishing ability to shrink in scale but increase in strength. And, of course, like any super-hero movie, how he has to work to save the world. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Harmony, age 16, comments, “From Marvel comes the newest superhero thriller, Ant-Man with a mixture of comedy and action that brings pleasure for people of all ages.” Tre’ana, age 11, adds, The technology is so transparent that it is truly believable.  The visual and sound effects blew my mind.” See their full reviews below.

ANT-MAN

By Harmony M., KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 16

 

From Marvel comes the newest superhero thriller, Ant-Man with a mixture of comedy and action that brings pleasure for people of all ages. The film is about a scientist, Dr. Hank Pym, played by Michael Douglas, who gets forced out of his own company and left searching for someone to bravely take on the missions he requests. With his invention of a super suit which provides superpowers, shrinking abilities and the control of an army of ants, Pym finds his talent, Scott Lang, to be the one and only “Ant-Man.” Seeking redemption for his past criminal behavior, Scott accepts the challenge to save the world and fight off enemy scientist, Darren Cross from using his similar suit for evil. Things take a turn when the world is not the only thing that needs saving.

The film’s many wonderful aspects start with the amazing performances from actors including, Paul Rudd, Michael Douglas and Corey Stoll. I always know an acting performance from an antagonist is amazing when I actually believe the person is evil in real life. The acting job from Corey Stoll proves to be great when I find it hard to believe that he can be nice in real life. With his past experience in many comedic films, Paul Rudd easily and naturally portrays the witty character Scott without seeming fake or cheesy.

The movie is uplifting and funny in so many ways. The movie throws out jokes about other Marvel characters and icons, which are surprising and hilarious. The film is authentically different in style from the typical superhero or even Marvel film.

The film does include lots of violence and scenes with foul language which is why I’d definitely say the film is for people 13 years of age and older. Furthermore, I would recommend the film to people of ages 13 to 18. Adults will enjoy this as well. The film guarantees laughter and entertainment to people of all interests, including those who are not fans of Marvel or superhero movies. I give this film 4 out of 5 stars. Check it out coming to theatres on July 17th.

Ant-Man

By Tre’ana H., age 11, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic

 

Ant-Man is a superhero who will definitely catch your eye. I can’t compare with the other Marvel films since I haven’t seen them but this film is fantastic.  In the beginning there is some drama, but that transcends and goes deep into a sci-fi, action-pack film.  Do you really need the 3-D glasses?  The technology is so transparent that it is truly believable.  The visual and sound effects blew my mind.  The Ant-Man costume is equipped with aero-dynamic illusions that makes you speechless. The cast is swift with hilarious dialogue.

 

This film is about Dr. Hank Pym (Michael Douglas), a scientist who wants Scott Lang (Paul Rudd) to be Ant-Man. Dr. Hank Pym is amused about Scott past cat burglaries.  He comes up with this outrageous scheme to set Scott up. Scott has just been released from prison and is trying to stay on a righteous path. The only thing he wants to do is spend time with his daughter, Cassie Lang (Abby Ryder Fortson), but he is having a hard time with her mother, Maggie Lang (Judy Greer) and her new boyfriend Paxton (Bobby Cannavale) because he does not have a job to pay his child support. Scott is not confident about being Ant-Man and he feels as though this task is not for him.  Do you think Scott will be Ant-Man? Do you think he will get a chance to spend time with his daughter?  Ant-Man opens in theaters on July 17, 2015.

 

My remarkable moment is when Luis (Michael Pena) says he does not get scared.  So Scott (Paul Rudd) puts the Ant-Man suit on, shrinks and jumps on Luis’s shoulders.  Luis is so scared he runs around the house like a chicken screaming and bumping into things.  It is so humorous the whole audience starts laughing.

 

The message of the film is if someone gives you a task to accomplish and you feel in your heart you can do it and make a difference, stay on the mission until you accomplish the issue. The results will be more rewarding.

 

I recommend this film for ages 12 to 18 and I give it 5 out of 5 Stars because it is adventurous and a great Marvel comic movie.

Credit: KIDS FIRST! Upcoming Attractions, www.kidsfirst.org.

 

Filed Under: Media Reviews

PEANUT BUTTER PRINCIPLES–

July 20, 2015 By Leave a Comment

unnamed

Great leaders aren’t born. They’re nurtured. – Eric Franklin.

In “Peanut Butter Principles: 47 Leadership Lessons Every Parent Should Teach Their Kids”, entrepreneur, speaker, author, management consultant and parent Eric Franklin has assembled a wealth of wisdom that has stuck with him like peanut butter sticks to the roof of your mouth—gleaned from his parents, extended family, and the many other influential people in his life.

 

Organized by topics, including “The Super Self”, “Making Wishes Come True” and “The School of Life”, Franklin’s simple concepts have lasting power to develop young leaders, including:

“Be thankful you don’t get everything you ask for.”

“The difference between a goal and a dream is a deadline.”

“Your accomplishments should speak for themselves. Don’t interrupt.”

“If you don’t make your own decision, someone else will make it for you.”

“Count your blessings, not your problems.”

 

One by one, readers can serve up spoonfuls of Peanut Butter Principles to the youth in their lives and make a profound impact to help them grow into confident, intelligent, and successful adults and leaders who make good choices, build healthy relationships, and cultivate another generation of leaders.

I received a copy of this book and I really like that it teaches how to take responsibility for yourself. I think this alone is an important lesson for children to learn. This is an insightful and interesting book to read and I recommend for all parents!  It really is a Must-Read!

Peanut Butter Principles can be purchased on Amazon –  http://amzn.to/1T9UeHD.

For more information please visit http://www.peanutbutterprinciples.com/

Self Disclosure: I received a free copy of this book to facilitate this post.

 

 

Filed Under: Media Reviews

Folk Revival Festival Invites Families to the Wee Folk Village

July 20, 2015 By 4 Comments

FolkRevivalFestkids

The 3rd annual Long Beach Folk Revival Festival invites families and folk fans of all ages to enjoy a pure American jamboree with banjos, crafts, beards, beers and more folk than imaginable. The festival will take place on Saturday, September 19 from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. on the grass lawn of Rainbow Lagoon Park in Downtown Long Beach.

Annually the Folk Festival brings the community together and invites young folk fans to enjoy a day in the interactive Wee Folk Village. The expansive Village will offer folk crafts, instrument making, square dancing, face painting and balloon animals throughout the festival. The Family Stage will present the Hollow Trees “Folk Music for Families” band with sing-a-long songs, stories and more kid friendly folk entertainment.

Kids can make music at the Instrument Petting Zoo and learn to play real folk instruments with members of the Long Beach Symphony Orchestra.  They even have their own Kids’ Beard & Mustache Contest. Boys and girls alike can craft their own beards and mustaches at the festival or bring their own from home and enter to win prizes.

Adult Folk Festival goers also have the opportunity to enter into signature folk themed contests. The annual Deering Banjo Contest will be a showdown of the best banjo plucking in the west. The winner will receive a custom banjo ukulele courtesy of Deering Banjos. Polly’s Pie Eating Contest will return to determine the first person able to eat a whole pie without their hands. The coveted Beard & Mustache Competition presented by the Long Beach Beard Advocates, anticipates nearly 100 entries in six categories including a female category where the ladies can craft their own beards or mustaches.

The Long Beach Folk Festival brings live music, gourmet food, craft beers, signature contests, the Wee Folk Village and the “Vintage Bazaar” shopping experience to Downtown Long Beach to celebrate community. Tickets are currently on-sale for $20 in advance online. Tickets will be available day of the festival for $30. Admission is free for kids under 12 and seniors over 75. Complimentary bike valet is available, so ride down with the whole family for day of good old fashion folk. http://www.FolkRevivalFestival.com

Giveaway Opportunity! One winner will win 2 tickets to the event! Leave a comment below telling us why you would like to win! Deadline to enter is July 30th, 2015 at noon PST. One winner will randomly be selected from all entries via Random.org.

Self Disclosure: SoCal City Kids is featuring this event. We will be attending for free as Media and covering the Festival. No other compensation was or will be received. 

Filed Under: Uncategorized
« Previous Page
Next Page »