Lakewood Center
Easter Bunny Arrival
Friday, March 9 from 11-12: 30 PM in Center Court
Hop on down and have some fun making adorable crafts, cuddling with bunnies in our fantastically furry Bunny Corral, listening to stories and saying hello to the Easter Bunny!
For more information visit shoplakewoodcenter.com/events or visit us on Facebook
Or call 562.633.0290
Credit: Lakewood Center.
Our shelter is having a Senior St. Patrick’s Day special on March 17—$20 adoption fee. That’ll leave you a nice chunk of change to buy your new friend the things he or she deserves after being dumped when they get too long in the fang to be considered cute by their owners. At 14 years old, Kira certainly doesn’t look her age. She’s a lovely tortoise-shell kitty who was turned in to the shelter. She’s a lap cat and very sweet, but she needs somewhere soft to land forever. You need a quiet companion? Meet Kira on the shelter side of the Companion Animal Village at 7700 East Spring St., (562) 570-PETS. Ask for ID#A604039.
(This rescue encouraged by the usual suspects.)
Credit: Courtesy of the Companion Animal Village.
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Welcome to Lily’s Driftwood Bay. Lily is six years old and lives with her dad and her best friend, who is a seagull named Gull, in a little hut on the beach. Across the way is Driftwood Bay, a special island that exists in Lily’s imagination. Every day the sea washes up a new treasure which sparks Lily’s imagination about what might be happening on Driftwood Bay. Join Lily and her friends, Salty Dog, Bull, Nonna, Hatsie, Wee Rabbit and Lord Stag as they sail to Driftwood Bay where wonderful adventures await! Along with each adventure is a valuable lesson learned in each story from learning to tell the truth to saying sorry to asking for help. Embark on new adventures with Lily and friends as they travel to Driftwood Bay. KIDS FIRST! Film Critic Dariana A. comments, “Each episode on this DVD has a great plot that brings you along the adventures in Lily’s imagination. These episodes keep it very interesting and there is never a dull moment. It teaches good lessons in fun ways.” Izzy C. adds, “Lily’s Driftwood Bay, Season 1 is filled with hours of fun adventures in short, easy-to-watch episodes. I can’t lie, when I put in the DVD for the first time I actually watched 16 shows in a row! It was pretty epic!” Rachael V. wraps it up with, “Watching Lily’s Driftwood Bay: Season 1 gives me hope for future generations. Lily is always so kind to those around her and her life is filled with simple adventures that are genuinely interesting, shedding light on the fact that life doesn’t always have to be busy to be enjoyable.” See their full reviews below.
Lily’s Driftwood Bay: Season 1
By Dariana A., KIDS FIRST Film Critics, age 12
Lily’s Driftwood Bay: Season 1 is an amazing DVD. It’s a fun way to teach kids about exploring their curiosity and discovering new things. The show takes its viewers into the world of Lily’s fantasy. Each episode on this DVD has a great plot that brings you along the adventures in Lily’s imagination. These episodes keep it very interesting and there is never a dull moment. It teaches good lessons in fun ways.
Lily’s Driftwood Bay focuses on a world in Lily’s imagination called Driftwood Bay. Lily finds new treasures on the seashore everyday that spark her interest. She then travels in her imagination to Driftwood Bay where friends like Salty Dog, Lord Stag and Wee Rabbit help her find out what the object is and what it’s used for.
My favorite thing about this show is the accents of the characters. All have British accents, which I love because it gives a different vibe to the show. Each adventure you take with Lily, teaches you a valuable lesson in such a fun way. This is truly a kid’s dream film, because it shows a 6-year-old having fun in her own world, just like any other kid. My favorite episode would have to be Starfish in the Sky. That episode is about when Lily finds a telescope on the seashore and wants to look at a constellation in the sky that looks like a star. At the end of the episode, everybody comes together to see the starfish and it is nice to see all of the characters in one spot. The show is really interesting and shows Lily’s day to day life as well as the lives of her friends in Driftwood Bay. My favorite character has to be Salty Dog. He is such an amazing character and is always there for Lily. Salty is the one to drive the boat to take Lily to Driftwood and the one who tells her about the stars in the sky.
The message of this show is to not be afraid to ask others questions about things that interest you, just like Lily who asks her friends questions all the time. I recommend this DVD for ages 4 to 8 and give it 4 out of 5 stars. This DVD is available now, so check it out.
Lily’s Driftwood Bay, Season 1
By Izzy Cruz, KIDS FIRST! Film Critic, age 9
https://youtu.be/vG6JExfO4Vk
Lily’s Driftwood Bay, Season 1 is filled with hours of fun adventures in short, easy-to-watch episodes. I can’t lie, when I put in the DVD for the first time I actually watched 16 shows in a row! It was pretty epic!
The entire series takes place on a hidden, quiet beach with tall grass and a cute little house. Lily and her father live in a little house there. Past the grass, there is a small shore where gentle waves wash up onto the sand. Sometimes the water washes up random items that were floating out at sea. A seagull named Gull watches out for new treasures every day. Gull finds Lily every time a new little treasure washes onto the beach. She gets excited when she sees Gull and the two of them run off to inspect the treasure.
Across the way is Driftwood Bay, an imaginary island. This special island is where Lily’s stories come to life. I will explain just how that happens. Every episode focuses on a brand new treasure. Sometimes the item is a piece or a part that broke off of something bigger. Sometimes it is a common item like a jar. Lily’s imagination always takes off into a fun story whenever a new item comes along, no matter what it is. Lily and Gull take a boat over to the island and that is where every adventure story happens.
There are more than two main characters. Her friends are Salty Dog, Bull, Nonna, Hatsie, Wee Rabbit, and Lord Stag. Lord Stag is somewhat full of himself and has very high expectations of the group. The rest of the group are helpful, but they always get themselves stuck in a pickle. Then it’s left to Lily and Gull to save the day.
The animation is sweet and really unique. I find it interesting. It has 2D paper animation and also uses real life objects. It’s called “Mixed Media.” This is a great series for young children. It’s not scary at all and there are no villains, so even toddlers can watch it. The short episodes make it good for young kids who can’t watch longer shows.
I give this DVD 4 out of 5 stars and recommend it for kids ages 3 to 9. Moms can watch this with their kids because the animation is so intriguing. Lily’s Driftwood Bay, Season 1 is available now on DVD everywhere so, check it out.
Lily’s Driftwood Bay: Season 1
By Rachael V., KIDS FIRST! Juror
Watching Lily’s Driftwood Bay: Season 1 gives me hope for future generations. Lily is always so kind to those around her and her life is filled with simple adventures that are genuinely interesting, shedding light on the fact that life doesn’t always have to be busy to be enjoyable. Lily is an adorable little 5-year-old whom I adore for things like how respectful she is to her father. It is so touching to see a single father raising a daughter represented so positively. In this season, there is an episode called Goodbye Seabird and it is particularly touching and heart-breaking. In this episode, you learn a little bit about Lily’s mom. What makes it so special is that not many children’s shows acknowledge death, especially the death of a parent. The art is extremely cute. It looks like mixed media using colored pencils and paper cut-outs. The music is charming and blends well with the scenery. I highly recommend this for ages 3 to 6 and give it 5 out of 5 stars! Reviewed by Rachael V., KIDS FIRST! Adult Juror.
Credit: KIDS FIRST!
Launching March 14 in Southern California, the high-energy “Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour” will perform 50 shows across the country. Inspired by favorite Disney Junior series, the interactive concert tour includes songs from Mickey and the Roadster Racers, Sofia the First, Elena of Avalor, Doc McStuffins, The Lion Guard, as well as newest hit series Vampirina and Puppy Dog Pals. The live concert will also include a brand-new interactive experience featuring Disney Junior’s highly-anticipated series, Muppet Babies, launching in early 2018.
Check out the official announcement via Billboard here: billboard.com/articles/news/8030058/disney-junior-dance-party-tour-dates
The tour will make stops at marquis venues including Rosemont Theatre (Chicago), The Fox Theatre (Atlanta) and The Grand Ole Opry (Nashville). A complete list of venues and dates are listed below.
Join hosts, Dee and Jay, and the DJ Dance squad as they welcome Mickey, Minnie and other Disney Junior characters on-stage to perform popular songs including “Hot Dog Dance” from Mickey Mouse Clubhouse, “Time For Your Check Up” from Doc McStuffins, “Zuka Zama” from The Lion Guard and “Happy Helpers” from Mickey and the Roadster Racers. It’s going to be a dance party you won’t want to miss!
“We are delighted to collaborate with Red Light Management to bring some of Disney Junior’s biggest hit series to the stage for kids and families nationwide to enjoy in a truly immersive concert experience,” said Jennifer Rogers-Doyle, Vice President, Franchise Management, Disney Channels Worldwide.
“The ‘Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour’ is going to be the premiere family concert event of the year and for many years to come. The production is absolutely stunning and working alongside Disney and Amy Tinkham to create this show has been an incredible experience and an honor,” says executive tour producer Jonathan Shank. “Parents and children are going to truly love this show. There are new songs, greatest hits and some mashups, which are really fun!”
Disney Visa Cardmember presale tickets, as well as VIP meet-and-greet packages, will be available starting Wednesday, Nov. 8 at 12:00 p.m. EST, with Disney Junior Facebook pre-sales starting Tuesday, Nov. 14 at 10:00 a.m. (local time). Public on-sale tickets for “Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour” begin Friday, Nov. 17. Parents can go to disney.com/disneyjuniortour to get more information and to purchase tickets. Additional dates to be announced.
VIP package offers include an after-party and meet-and-greets following each performance. Kids and families will also have the opportunity to enjoy breakfast with characters including Mickey, Sofia and Doc on weekend show days. Performances during the week will include a special VIP offering, an afternoon tea featuring appearances by Princess Elena, Princess Sofia and Minnie Mouse.
“Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour” Dates:
March 14 / Thousand Oaks Civic Arts Plaza / Thousand Oaks, CA
March 16 / Fox Performing Arts Center / Riverside, CA
March 18 / The Grove of Anaheim / Anaheim, CA
March 21 / Majestic Theatre / San Antonio, TX
March 22 / Smart Financial Centre / Sugar Land, TX
March 24 / Fox Theatre / Atlanta, GA
March 25 / Belk Theatre at North Carolina Blumenthal Performing Arts Center / Charlotte, NC
March 27 / The Tennessee Theatre / Knoxville, TN
March 28 / Grand Ole Opry House / Nashville, TN
March 30 / Saenger Theatre / New Orleans, LA
April 3 / Gaillard Center / Charleston, SC
April 5 / King Center / Melbourne, FL
April 7 / Florida Theatre – Jacksonville / Jacksonville, FL
April 8 / BJCC Concert Hall / Birmingham, AL
April 10 / Tivoli Theatre / Chattanooga, TN
April 11 / Durham Performing Arts Center / Durham, NC
April 12 / Lyric Theatre / Baltimore, MD
April 13 / Count Basie Theatre / Red Bank, NJ*
April 14 / Old Dominion University – Ted Constant Convocation Center / Norfolk, VA
April 15 / Benedum Center / Pittsburgh, PA
April 17 / Kodak Center for the Arts / Rochester, NY
April 18 / Bergen Performing Arts Center / Englewood, NJ
April 19 / The Vets / Providence, RI
April 20 / Tower Theater / Upper Darby, PA
April 21 / Warner Theatre / Washington, DC*
April 22 / May Performing Arts Center / Morristown, NJ*
April 24 / Palace Theatre / Albany, NY
April 25 / Santander Performing Arts Center / Reading, PA
April 26 / Altria Theater / Richmond, VA
April 27 / FM Kirby Center of Performing Arts / Wilkes-Barre, PA
April 28 / The Goodyear Theatre at East End / Akron, OH
April 29 / Clay Center for the Arts & Sciences / Charleston, WV
May 1 / Orpheum Theatre / Minneapolis, MN
May 3 / Fox Theatre / Detroit, MI
May 4 / Clowes Memorial Hall / Indianapolis, IN
May 5 / Rosemont Theatre / Chicago, IL
May 6 / Taft Theatre / Cincinnati, OH
May 8 / Riverside Theatre / Milwaukee, WI
May 10 / Peabody Opera House / St. Louis, MO
May 11 / Orpheum Theatre / Memphis, TN
May 12 / Verizon Theatre at Grand Prairie / Grand Prairie, TX
May 15 / Paramount Theatre / Denver, CO
May 17 / Comerica Theatre / Phoenix, AZ
May 18 / Cox Pavilion / Las Vegas, NV
May 19 / City National Civic / San Jose, CA
May 20 / Fox Theatre / Oakland, CA
*denotes 2 performances
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About Disney Junior:
Disney Junior reflects the emotional connection generations of consumers have to Disney storytelling and Disney characters, both classic and contemporary. It invites mom and dad to join their child in the Disney experience of magical, musical and heartfelt stories and characters while incorporating specific learning and development themes designed for kids age 2-7. Disney Junior’s series blend Disney’s unparalleled storytelling and characters kids love deeply with learning, including early math, language skills, healthy eating and lifestyles, and social skills. In the U.S., Disney Junior is a daily programming block on Disney Channel and a 24-hour channel reaching over 71 million U.S. homes. In total, there are 37 Disney Junior channels in 27 languages around the world.
About Red Light Management:
With offices in New York, Los Angeles, Charlottesville, Nashville, Atlanta, Bristol and London, Red Light Management is one of the most innovative artist management companies in the industry. Founded by Coran Capshaw in 1991 when he began managing the Dave Matthews Band, RLM’s roster now also includes Phish, Luke Bryan, Lady Antebellum, Alabama Shakes, Victoria Justice, Magic!, Lionel Richie and many more. RLM is a leader in live family entertainment having produced the national touring productions of Peppa Pig Live and The Octonauts, along with the Fresh Beat Band Live concert. RLM is known for taking an entrepreneurial approach with its diverse roster of clients. Its managers are also at the forefront of defining the expanding role of personal management in the music and entertainment business. The company’s capabilities include a broad expertise in artist development, touring, commerce, festivals, licensing, branded entertainment, tour production services, artist-driven philanthropy, and more.
Follow “Disney Junior Dance Party On Tour” here:
Website: DisneyJuniorTour.com
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It is definitely right that you want to take your kids to a great nursery where they can spend time while growing socially, intellectually and physically. A great nursery needs to have all the resources that the kids require including facilities and human resources. Luckily, many nurseries in finchley have been established to cater for your childcare needs. However, you need to ensure that you take your child to a great nursery. So, here are tips to finding that great nursery?
Considering that a nursery school caters for kids below five years who need a lot of care and attention, it should have staff that is passionate about what they do, are caring and dedicated. They should also be knowledgeable about various subject areas as well as issues relating to young children.
The staff should have the required training in early childhood education so they can be knowledgeable about how to deal with the children.
Young children require attention and therefore the teacher to student ratio should be observed to ensure that the kids receive the necessary attention.
A great nursery is the one that caters to the individual needs of every child. It nurtures their talents, discovers their interests, and knows their abilities. The curriculum should encompass various subjects such as the arts, music, numeracy, literacy, science, and technology so that the children can discover their passion.
Children love to play and discover. The nursery should have facilities to cater for the different activities that the kids take part. For instance, it should have play areas for indoor and outdoor activities, art rooms, music rooms, and nature spaces where kids can discover the flora and fauna in the environment. The facilities should be designed in a child-friendly way so that the kids can be in an enjoyable and stimulating environment.
The facilities should be kept clean and well maintained.
Parents worry about their children when they are away. One way of reassuring that the kids are safe is to have additional security facilities such as CCTV. A great nursery can go ahead, take an extra step, and allow parents to see remotely what their children are doing.
Rules are necessary because they create order. For instance, there should be rules on operating hours such that you know when you can drop or pick up your child. It should be clearly stated on who can pick up the child and what to do if you intend to pick up the child early or drop the child late.
There should be rules on emergencies and sick-child policy.
You have found a nursery school with great facilities, an all-encompassing curriculum, and great teachers. However, is it a great nursery? You can find out from current parents. You can request numbers of the parents who already have children in the nursery and get their opinion about the school. Alternatively, you can visit the school during pick up hours and strike conversations with parents.
You can also observe the school during the normal schools hours and see how the children are taken care of and how activities are run in the nursery. This way, you can develop your own opinion of whether to take your child to the nursery or not.
You want to do something great for someone? Here’s your chance to rescue a lovely cat whose former owners declawed him; allowed him to become, at 27 pounds, obscenely obese; and then abandoned him at 9 years old at our shelter. He’s so big that he has to be housed in a traditional large cage instead of one of the little condos! If Davidson, for that is his name, can find a loving, sensible owner who will provide a good diet, room to roam and plenty of exercise, he’ll have a good number of future years to enjoy. He’s friendly, has beautiful spotted brown-tabby markings, and likes head scratches. Meet Davidson at the Companion Animal Village at 7700 East Spring St., (562) 570-PETS. Ask for ID#A603848.
(This rescue encouraged by the usual suspects.)
Credit: Courtesy of the Companion Animal Village.
Donning her signature red bow, global pop phenom Hello Kitty joins Universal Studios Hollywood, taking up residence at The Entertainment Capital of L.A. in the theme park’s all-new, and now open, Animation Studio Store.
In true Hollywood fashion, the spotlight shines brightly on Hello Kitty and her friends from Sanrio, including My Melody, Keroppi and Chococat, as they star in a selection of park-exclusive merchandise, including accessories, apparel, stationery, souvenirs and collectibles.
An array of delectable confectionery—prepared fresh daily—is also available, including such tasty treats as Hello Kitty, Chococat and Keroppi themed s’mores, and a variety of Hello Kitty themed fudge, cupcakes and caramel apples.
Highlights of the exclusive product offerings feature designs incorporating Sanrio characters into classic Universal titles such as Jaws, E.T. The Extra -Terrestrial, Back to the Future and more, as well as the group enjoying a variety of Universal Studios Hollywood theme park attractions, from the world-famous Studio Tour to “Jurassic Park—The Ride” and “King Kong 360 3D.” New park-exclusive merchandise will be released regularly.
The shop also features the popular Hello Kitty Build-A-Bow display, inviting guests to customize their design from a selection of colorful bow options. Guests purchasing any Sanrio item will also receive a complimentary Hello Kitty Hollywood-themed temporary tattoo, which mirrors Sanrio’s ‘small gift, big smile’ philosophy that is demonstrated globally across all Sanrio’s retail stores and special events.
Hello Kitty will also make special appearances just outside the entrance of the Animation Studio Store. Making her Hollywood debut in a red pleated dress embellished with film strips, Hello Kitty will meet and greet fans near a collection of Sanrio-themed topiaries, including My Melody, Keroppi and Chococat, and window displays featuring the characters making movies and enjoying the Universal Studios Hollywood experience.
In addition to Hello Kitty, the Animation Studio Store will feature an array of merchandise from Illumination Entertainment films, including Minions from the blockbuster Despicable Me film franchise, and DreamWorks Animation, including memorable items from Kung Fu Panda. A selection of products from other favorite animations will also be available, including Dr. Seuss, Scooby-Doo, Curious George, SpongeBob SquarePants and “The Simpsons.”
The Animation Studio Store sits at the heart of Universal Studios Hollywood in a new 6,000 square foot structure that draws its inspiration from California Mission revival architecture reminiscent of the Golden Age of Hollywood in the 1930s. Fusing style with whimsy, the retail environment weaves nimble animated characters into the fabric of the Spanish architectural design from the wood detailing to the stucco, wrought iron and painted tiles.
The Carl Laemmle outdoor courtyard situated adjacent to the Animation Studio Store pays homage to the filmmaking pioneer and founder of the Universal movie studio inviting guests to dine or relax amid a decorative fountain surrounded by luscious greenery.
More information is available at www.UniversalStudiosHollywood.com. Like Universal Studios Hollywood on Facebook and follow @UniStudios on Instagram and Twitter.
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Sanrio® is the global lifestyle brand best known for pop icon Hello Kitty®, and home to many beloved characters including Chococat®, My Melody®, Badtz-Maru®, Keroppi® and Gudetama. Sanrio was founded on the ‘small gift, big smile®’ philosophy – that a small gift can bring happiness and friendship to people of all ages. Since 1960, this philosophy has served as the inspiration to offer quality products, services and activities that inspire unique consumer experiences across the world. Today, Hello Kitty’s legendary breadth of products is available in over 130 countries and in retail locations including department, specialty, national chain retailers and Sanrio boutique stores. To learn more about Sanrio, please visit www.sanrio.com and follow on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter – @sanrio,@hello kitty.
Universal Studios Hollywood is The Entertainment Capital of L.A. and includes a full-day, movie-based theme park and Studio Tour. As a leading global entertainment destination, Universal Studios Hollywood delivers highly themed immersive lands that translate to real-life interpretations of iconic movie and television shows. Recent additions include “The Wizarding World of Harry Potter ™” which features a bustling Hogsmeade village and such critically-acclaimed rides as “Harry Potter and the Forbidden Journey” and “Flight of the Hippogriff™,” Universal Studios Hollywood’s first outdoor rollercoaster. Other immersive lands include “Despicable Me Minion Mayhem” and “Super Silly Fun Land” as well as “Springfield,” hometown of America’s favorite TV family, located adjacent to the award-winning “The Simpsons RideTM” and the “The Walking Dead” daytime attraction. The world-renowned Studio Tour is Universal Studios Hollywood’s signature attraction, inviting guests behind-the-scenes of the world’s biggest and busiest movie and television studio where they can also experience such authentic and immersive thrill rides as “Fast & Furious—Supercharged.” The adjacent Universal CityWalk entertainment, shopping and dining complex also includes the all-new multi-million dollar, redesigned Universal CityWalk Cinema, featuring deluxe recliner seating in screening room quality theatres, and the “5 Towers” state-of-the-art outdoor concert stage.
