Archives for 2015

Baskin-Robbins Kicks Off The Summer Season With Its May “CELEBRATE 31” Promotion

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Guests are invited to enjoy 31% off on ALL ice cream sundaes on Sunday, May 31st at participating Baskin-Robbins shops nationwide!

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Baskin-Robbins, the world’s largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, today announced the special ice cream deals available for its May “Celebrate 31” promotion. On Sunday, May 31st guests can enjoy 31% off ALL ice cream sundaes at participating Baskin-Robbins shops nationwide. To help celebrate the brand’s 70th birthday throughout the year, Baskin-Robbins is offering sweet frozen treat deals on each 31st of the month through the end of the year.

 

Guests can choose from Baskin-Robbins’ full range of ice cream sundaes, including Classic Two-Scoop Sundaes, Brownie Sundaes, Banana Royale Sundaes, Classic Banana Splits and Layered Sundaes.  They can enjoy this special sundae “Celebrate 31” deal by creating a customized sundae with their favorite Baskin-Robbins ice cream flavors, including classics like Pralines ‘n Cream, Jamoca® Almond Fudge, Mint Chocolate Chip, Very Berry Strawberry and Rocky Road, and seasonal varieties such as Baseball Nut, Strawberry Cheesecake and Cotton Candy.

 

“We’re excited to continue our 70th birthday celebration and help our guests kick off the summer season by offering a sweet deal on all of our sundaes on May 31st,” said Carol Austin, Vice President of Marketing for Baskin-Robbins. “At Baskin-Robbins, we offer endless possibilities for guests to customize their ice cream sundaes with a range of toppings and an extensive selection of ice cream flavors. Guests can come celebrate the 31st at Baskin-Robbins and select their favorite combination of ice cream flavors and toppings to make their very own ice cream sundae creations. “

 

Additionally, Baskin-Robbins is offering its festive Cap & Diploma Cake for guests looking to celebrate the special graduate in their lives. This full sheet cake can be customized with any school’s colors and features a cap and diploma highlighted with rose buds, drizzled with chocolate and decorated with a fudge border. The Cap & Diploma Cake can also be customized with a graduate’s favorite ice cream and cake flavor combination, and can be ordered either in-store or online through Baskin-Robbins’ online cake ordering website (www.baskinrobbins.com/onlineordering).

 

For more information about Baskin-Robbins’ wide variety of ice cream flavors and frozen desserts, visit www.BaskinRobbins.com or follow us on Facebook (www.facebook.com/BaskinRobbins), Twitter (www.twitter.com/BaskinRobbins) or Pinterest (www.pinterest.com/baskinrobbins31).

 

* Offer valid on May 31st. Participation may vary. Cannot be combined with other offers.

We have teamed up with Baskin-Robbins for a Giveaway! One winner will win a $10 Gift Card to Baskin Robbins. To enter, leave a comment below telling us your favorite Ice Cream flavor! This one ends quickly so enter now! Deadline to enter is May 29th, 2014 at noon PST. Only CA residents on this one! One winner will randomly be selected via Random.org.

Self Disclosure: No compensation was received to post. 

Gaslamp Popcorn has New Summer Flavors!

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I love Gaslamp Popcorn because the popcorn is such a healthy snack option! Perfect for on-the-go travels this upcoming Summer!  I was quite excited to try out their newest flavors: Sweet Fiesta Lime and Mango Habanero Salsa! The Sweet Fiesta Lime is actually my favorite of the two! With just a hint of sweetness, it is delicious! The Mango Habanero is sweet and spicy, which is also a great combination!  I love that Gaslamp Popcorn is a low calorie snack option and these new flavors are great for the whole family!

Look for them at a store near you! I can find it at Safeway. Check out the website to find it near you or to buy online.

We have teamed up for a Giveaway! Two winners will win a bag of each flavor! To enter, leave a comment below telling us which flavor you are most interested in trying. Deadline to enter is June 1, 2015 at noon PST. Two winners will randomly be selected via Random.org.

More about the brand:

About the brand: Gaslamp Popcorn is California made using authentic California inspiration to create happy snackers and popcorn lovers across the state.

Self Disclosure: I received free samples to facilitate this post. Photo Credit: Gaslamp Popcorn.

 

Haley is Pet of the Week!

Haley, May 28 Pet of the Week

Have you ever considered the companionship of a senior cat? Haley is a 16-year-old female with beautiful gray fur. She’s pretty laid-back but can be playful at times. If you can provide a loving retirement home for this gentle senior, meet her on the shelter side of Companion Animal Village at 7700 East Spring St., (562) 570-PETS. Ask for ID#A491647.

 

(This rescue encouraged by the usual suspects.)

Credit: Companion Animal Village.

Bath time Pampering for Mommy and Me

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Save busy moms a trip to the store and give them the gift of a relaxing bath with new, gentle Baby Bubble Bath + Baby Lotion by Sebamed that are designed for babies’ delicate skin, but use stress reliving natural ingredients like lavender and chamomile, perfect for moms to relax with after a long day.

I received samples and love how both products have natural ingredients and are even great for children. I don’t have a baby at home but had my older son try them out and I love that the bubble bath is so gentle. He has somewhat sensitive skin and it worked really well! A Must-Have for babies and even older children.

Find out more at:  www.sebamedusa.com.

Self Disclosure: I received free samples to facilitate this post.

Enjoy a BIG adventure this spring with the TINIEST of creatures in Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants!

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Good things come in small packages! That’s certainly the case with the adorable, animated feature Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants.  These endearing insects will be in theaters, On Demand, and on DVD May 26, 2015 from kaboom! Entertainment.

 

This epic adventure has the added twist of almost no dialogue – think Wall-E meets A Bug’s Life! These animated stars communicate solely via a synchronized soundtrack featuring music and sound effects to tell the tale of their journey. With the lone voice of Richard Dreyfuss as the narrator, Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants is the buzz worthy spring feature you won’t want to miss.

Younger children are sure to love this one! I would recommend for children ages 4-8.  As stated above, there is little dialogue and younger children are more likely to enjoy the sound effects and music. Also, a fun one to watch with the family!

Fun Facts About Minuscule

  • Minuscule: Valley of the Lost Ants is a 2013 France/Belgium animated film, co-written and directed by Hélène Giraud and Thomas Szabo
  • The film has been a huge box office success worldwide: France, Poland, Korea, Czech Republic, Switzerland and MORE
  • Created by the same animated studio that produced Dragon Hunters
  • Feature is based off the TV show ‘Minuscule – The Private Life of Insects’
  • Series aired on the Disney Channel in the U.S.

We have teamed up for a Giveaway! One winner will win the DVD! To enter, leave a comment below telling us what type of insect or small creature you or your child would want to be. I think I would have to be an Ocean creature but if I had to choose a bug or insect, I would be a lady bug or a butterfly. Deadline to enter is June 6th, 2015 at noon PST. One winner will randomly be selected via Random.org. 

Self Disclosure: No compensation was received to post. I did receive a free DVD to facilitate this post and will select winner for the giveaway. Thank you to kaboom! Entertainment

Back to School and Dorm Room Must Have!

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I know! School is almost out for the Summer and who wants to talk about Going Back-to-School? Well, many are graduating from high school and are looking forward to going off to College this Summer! These products are real Must-Haves!  So, as you get ready to head off to College, make sure you stock up on Chalk Ink, the do-it-yourself tool that beautifies everything from school projects to your dorm room. Whether it’s the written word or an artistic masterpiece, Chalk Ink is a versatile, easy way to make a statement and share information. A major upgrade from ordinary chalk, Chalk Ink is the highest quality chalk marker you can find. It works like a paint pen, yet looks like chalk. No dust and no smearing once it’s dry. You can use it on any non-porous surface and it wipes off easily with water or Windex. Its classic set of 8 eye-catching colors lets you write math problems, create beautiful school projects, label notebooks and display messages for your roommate. Chalk Ink helps you color your world while making your mark.

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I received samples and love how it looks like chalk but doesn’t have the mess of chalk. I can’t wait to use my samples this Summer for Arts and Crafts type projects.

Check out ChalkInk.com for more information!

Chalk Ink is the original chalk ink marker. Many of the Fortune 500 companies we already know and love like Starbucks, Whole Foods, Panera Bread, Peet’s Coffee, Trader Joe’s and more have discovered this all-purpose marker. A set of 8 markers retails for $35.99 per set. For more information, visit www.chalkink.com.

Self Disclosure: I received free samples to facilitate this post. 

A Beauty Must-Have! NEW! NYC New York Color Expert Last Lip Color-MATTE

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The perfect balance: a mix of matte and satin! These satin matte shades are perfectly wearable, from day to night, from casual to glam, this lipstick will complete your look. The long lasting, amplified color wears up to 6 hours with a velvety and glamorous finish.

I received the Creamy Mauve and Smooth Beige shades and first of all, I love the colors. I also like that these shades will be fashionable even through the Summer! The formula doesn’t feather or bleed and seems to last for longer than many other lipsticks I have tried. A Real Beauty Must-Have this Spring & Summer!

 

Available Colors: Smooth Beige, Creamy Mauve, Pure Coral, Velvety Fuchsia, Red Suede

 

Price: $1.99.

Find them at local retailers where NYC New York Color products are sold.

Self Disclosure: I received free samples to facilitate this post. Photo Credit: NYC New York Color.

The Countdown has begun for the Much-Anticipated 2016 Southern California Arrival of “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter” and Universal Studios Hollywood Has Exciting News to Share

Tune-In Here on June 2 at 1PM ET / 10AM PT to be Among the First to Know

 

Universal City, California, May 19, 2015 – On Tuesday, June 2 at 1PM ET / 10AM PT, Universal Studios Hollywood will reveal exciting news about the much-anticipated 2016 arrival of “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter™”.

 

WHEN:            Tuesday, June 2, 2015

TIME:              1PM ET / 10AM PT

WHERE:         Here

 

For more information, visit www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com.  Join the conversation online using #WizardingWorldHollywood and for all the latest news, “Like” us on Facebook, follow us on Instagram and Twitter at @UniStudios.

Universal Studios HollywoodSM, The Entertainment Capital of L.A.SM, includes a full-day, movie-based theme park, behind-the-scenes Studio Tour and CityWalk entertainment complex. World-class rides and attractions include “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” and “Super Silly Fun Land,” “Transformers™:  The Ride-3D,” “King Kong 360 3-D”  “Revenge of the MummySM—The Ride” and “Jurassic Park® —The Ride.” All new 2015 attractions include the electrifying thrill ride, “Fast & Furious—Supercharged” as the grand finale to the famed Studio Tour, “Springfield,” hometown of America’s favorite TV family, adjacent to the award-winning “The Simpsons RideTM” and the “Nighttime Studio Tour,” offering tours of the iconic movie backlot on select evenings.

Credit:  Universal Studios.

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