Archives for September 25, 2024

Get Ready for Epic Family Fun: Monster Jam® Returns to Dominate Anaheim!

Tickets on sale now to see the world’s most popular Monster Jam trucks and best drivers roar into Angel Stadium for three action-packed weekends on January 4-5, January 18-19 & February 15-16 to battle in the Stadium Championship Series.

Photo: Grave Digger/Photo Credit: Feld Motor Sports

 Experience Monster Jam® live and become a fan for life with an ultimate day of family fun with three action-packed weekends at Angel Stadium on January 4 & 5, January 18 & 19 and February 15 &16, 2025

Get ready to cheer, scream, and be amazed as massive Monster Jam trucks and world champion drivers take over Anaheim for a weekend packed with high-flying action and jaw-dropping stunts.

This isn’t just any event—it’s As Big As It Getsä where 12,000-pound trucks stand on two wheels and fly through the air in competitions of speed and skill.  It’s all happening at Monster Jam, where every moment is unexpected, unscripted, and unforgettable.

Get Your Tickets Before They’re Gone!

Tickets are on sale now at TicketmasterMonster Jam Preferred Customers get the first chance to snag the best seats; fans can still sign up for free to grab an exclusive pre-sale code. The general public can purchase tickets starting Tuesday, September 17.

Feel the Thrill of Full-Throttle Fun

Get ready for non-stop excitement as Anaheim roars to life with gravity-defying stunts, heart-pounding races, and plenty of big air!  The world’s best drivers tear up on the dirt as they battle for the Event Championship in three competitions: Racing, Skills, and everyone’s favorite, Freestyle, where Monster Jam trucks defy the laws of physics and do the impossible.  Fans will be right in the middle of the action, helping to crown the Event Champion as they get to score the drivers in real time based on their skills, stunts, and saves.

Start the Fun Early at the Monster Jam Pit Party

The day of fun starts at the Monster Jam Pit Party on Saturday and Sunday, where families can get up close and personal with these massive trucks, snap a selfie, meet their favorite drivers, and collect autographs. It’s the perfect way to start a day of adrenaline-charged fun, packed with family-friendly activities.

Don’t Miss the Monster Jam Trackside Experience

Arrive early and get revved up with Monster Jam Trackside, happening about an hour before the event. It’s packed with driver interviews, pit crew sneak peeks, and epic giveaways that’ll get everyone pumped up before the action begins. Then, watch as the opening ceremonies set the stage for non-stop Monster Jam madness!

Meet the Superstars of Monster Jam!

These aren’t just any drivers—they’re world-class male and female athletes who have mastered controlling these 12,000-pound beasts. Whether pulling off insane backflips, nailing vertical 2-wheel tricks, or tearing up the track in all-out racing, these drivers are ready to wow fans with the most mind-blowing live motorsports action around.

January 4 & 5 and February 15 & 16 Event Lineups

January 18 & 19 Event Lineup

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The competition is fierce as 12 top drivers battle it out for the Stadium Championship Series West title and a coveted spot in the Monster Jam World Finals® in Salt Lake City, Utah, on July 4th weekend. Fans can cheer on their favorites, like Adam Anderson in the legendary Grave Digger®; fierce and fearless Kayla Blood driving Sparkle Smashä, a six-ton unicorn with a bold attitude; Tristan England driving JCB DIGatronä which was designed in conjunction with JCB’s engineering team and inspired by JCB’s iconic construction equipment; plus more!   Plus the January 18 & 19 events will feature a completely different driver line-up as part of the Stadium Championship Series East including Tyler Menninga in the legendary Grave Digger®; Armando Castro, who makes his Stadium Championship debut behind the wheel of El Toro Loco®; Monster Jam World Finals High Jump champion Cynthia Gauthier in Lucas Stabilizerä; and more!

WHEN:           

Saturday, January 4, 2025

  • Event Time – 4:30 PM
  • Pit Party open from 12:30 PM – 3:30 PM (Event Ticket & Pit Party Pass required for entry)

Sunday, January 5, 2025

  • Event Time – 2:30 PM
  • Pit Party open from 10:30 AM – 1:30 PM (Event Ticket & Pit Party Pass required for entry)

Saturday, January 18, 2025

  • Event Time – 6:30 PM
  • Pit Party open from 2:30 PM – 5:30PM (Event Ticket & Pit Party Pass required for entry)

Sunday, January 19, 2025

  • Event Time – 2:30 PM
  • Pit Party open from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM (Event Ticket & Pit Party Pass required for entry)

Saturday, February 15, 2025

  • Event Time – 6:30 PM
  • Pit Party open from 2:30 PM – 5:30 PM (Event Ticket & Pit Party Pass required for entry)

Sunday, February 16, 2025

  • Event Time – 2:30 PM
  • Pit Party open from 11:30 AM – 1:30 PM (Event Ticket & Pit Party Pass required for entry)

WHERE:           Angel Stadium – 2000 E Gene Autry Way, Anaheim, CA 92806

TICKETS:          Gravity-defying action, down-to-earth prices!

Tickets and Pit Party Passes are now available for purchase online at Ticketmaster.

*Ticket prices subject to change – additional venue/ticketing fees may apply

TRUCK/DRIVER LINEUP (Jan 4-5 & Feb 15-16):

Grave Digger® driven by Adam Anderson; Sparkle Smashä driven by Kayla Blood; JCB DIGatronä driven by Tristan England; Son-uva Digger® driven by Ryan Anderson; Megalodon® driven by Todd LeDuc; El Toro Loco®driven by Jamey Garner; TBA driven by Bryce Kenny; Wild Sidedriven by Zack Garner; Black Pearldriven by Cole Venard; Jester driven by Matt Pagliarulo; Kraken driven by Nick Pagliarulo; and Excaliber driven by Michael Pagliarulo

**Truck and driver line-up subject to change

TRUCK/DRIVER LINEUP (Jan 18-19):  Grave Digger® driven by Tyler Menninga; Lucas Stabilizerä driven by Cynthia Gauthier; El Toro Loco®driven by Armando Castro; Zombie® driven by Bari Musawwir; ThunderROARusä driven by Colt Stephens; TBA driven by Camden Murphy; Megalodon® driven by Kevin Crocker; Avenger driven by Jim Koehler; Monster Mutt® driven by Chris Koehler; Axedriven by Joe Foley; Vendetta driven by Mike Christensen; and Jurassic Attack driven by Dalton Widner

**Truck and driver line-up subject to change

Credit: Feld Motor Sports.

DISNEY ON ICE presents MAGIC IN THE STARS – Coming this December to Greater LA / TICKETS ON SALE NOW

Credit: Feld Entertainment

Chart a course through the night sky to Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars where every story begins with a wish!  This all-new production brings the brightest Disney stars to life through cutting-edge figure skating, high-flying acrobatics, unexpected stunts, innovative lighting, thrilling special effects, eye-catching costumes, and stunning set designs.  Experience the dynamic moments that take place on the ice and in the air when Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars makes its SoCal debut for four weeks playing Anaheim, Los Angeles, Ontario and Long Beach from December 12, 2024 thru January 5, 2025.

Join Disney On Ice presents Magic in the Stars for a magical journey with Mickey, Minnie, Goofy, Donald, and Daisy through timeless tales and today’s favorites.  The adventure begins when the North Star shines brightly and descends upon Jiminy Cricket as he welcomes and reminds the audience that the most fantastic, magical things can happen, and it all starts with a wish.

Journey to Rosas, the kingdom of wishes, to meet optimistic and sharp-witted Asha from the newest Walt Disney Animated Studios’ musical adventure Wish.  She makes an impassioned plea to the stars, which is answered by a cosmic force, a little ball of boundless energy named Star.  Together they face the most formidable of foes to save her community and prove that when the will of one courageous human connects with the magic of the stars, wonderous things can happen.  Asha and her friend Star will dazzle audiences as they skate to “This Wish,” performed by Academy Award®- winning actress Ariana DeBose.

Watch as Raya from Raya and the Last Dragon debuts live on ice and ascends into the air, lifting the show to higher heights as the strong warrior performs an aerial acro-pole routine.

For the first time on ice, escape “Into the Unknown” with Elsa and Anna from Frozen 2, hit the road with Disney and Pixar’s Lightning McQueen and Tow Mater as they cruise on the ice to “Life Is A Highway,” and reconnect with Toy Story’s Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie, Rex, and Hamm.  Travel to the mountains of Colombia where the Madrigal family lives, unlock the magic in the family’s casita, and discover why “We Don’t Talk About Bruno.”  Set sail with Moana on her canoe into the open ocean, to witness her encourage Te Kā to “Know Who You Are” and transform into Te Fiti.

Pursue your dreams with Tiana, from The Princess and the Frog, as she strives to make her wish of opening a restaurant come true.  Discover the power of three wishes with Aladdin when he finds a magic lamp in the Cave of Wonders.  Reminisce with Cinderella, Snow White, Belle, and Rapunzel as they remind us to never stop wishing and dreaming.

In the end, audiences will learn that everyone has dreams they want to come true, but the brightest light shines inside of YOU!  Every one of you is a STAR! So, shine bright and let your stories light up the night sky!

A N A H E I M

WHEN:            Thursday, December 12          7:00 PM

Friday, December 13   7:00 PM

Saturday, December 14          11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 6:30 PM

Sunday, December 15             11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 6:30 PM

Monday, December 16           7:00 PM

WHERE:           Honda Center – 2695 E. Katella Ave. Anaheim, CA 92806

TICKETS:          Family friendly ticket pricing available – tickets can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com or in-person at the venue box office.

*Ticket pricing is subject to change based on market demand.

L O S   A N G E L E S

WHEN:            Thursday, December 19          7:00 PM

                        Friday, December 20               7:00 PM

Saturday, December 21          11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 6:30 PM

Sunday, December 22             11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 6:30 PM

WHERE:           Crypto.com Arena – 1111 S. Figueroa St. Los Angeles, CA 90015

TICKETS:          Family friendly ticket pricing available – tickets can be purchased online at AXS.com

or in-person at the venue box office.

*Ticket pricing is subject to change based on market demand.

O N T A R I O

WHEN:            Thursday, December 26          7:00 PM

Friday, December 27               2:30 PM & 6:30 PM

Saturday, December 28          11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 6:30 PM

Sunday, December 29             11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 6:30 PM

Monday, December 30           6:30 PM

WHERE:           Toyota Arena – 4000 Ontario Center Parkway, Ontario, CA 91764

TICKETS:          Family friendly ticket pricing available – tickets can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com or in-person at the venue box office.

*Ticket pricing is subject to change based on market demand.

L O N G   B E A C H

WHEN:            Thursday, January 2                7:00 PM

Friday, January 3                     7:00 PM

Saturday, January 4                 11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 6:30 PM

Sunday, January 5                   11:00 AM, 3:00 PM & 6:30 PM

WHERE:           Long Beach Arena – 300 E. Ocean Blvd. Long Beach, CA 90802

TICKETS:          Family friendly ticket pricing available – tickets can be purchased online at Ticketmaster.com or in-person at the venue box office.

*Ticket pricing is subject to change based on market demand.

“Share the Magic with Elsa and Mirabel” Character Experience

Glide and dance your way into the worlds of Frozen & Encanto with music and dancing alongside Elsa and Mirabel, celebrating the amazing gifts that make each of us unique.  Enhance your Disney On Ice show ticket with a pre-show Character Experience that includes games, storytelling, crafting and interactive time with Elsa and Mirabel.  Bring your personal device for photo opportunities.

NOTE:  Each guest (ages 2 and up) must have both a Character Experience ticket and a Disney On Ice show ticket to attend; children must be accompanied by an adult.

For specific SoCal local show information please visit:

https://www.disneyonice.com/magic-in-the-stars/anaheim-ca-honda-center

https://www.disneyonice.com/magic-in-the-stars/los-angeles-ca-cryptocom-arena

https://www.disneyonice.com/magic-in-the-stars/ontario-ca-toyota-arena

https://www.disneyonice.com/magic-in-the-stars/long-beach-ca-long-beach-arena

Follow Disney On Ice social media channels: FacebookTwitterInstagram and TikTok   

Subscribe to the Disney On Ice YouTube Channel at www.youtube.com/DisneyOnIce

Credit: Feld Entertainment.

My First Pac Pac – plush adjustable backpack that grows with your child

By  Miniware

Your little one can bring a friend to school every day with My First Pac Pac! This adorable backpack is ready to make learning fun. Padded compartments have room for lots of stuff like art supplies, clothes, and snacks! There’s even an insulated cubby to keep foods fresh.  My First Pac Pac, is an adjustable backpack that can be made taller or smaller for children 3+.

I received one and I love how there is so much room and the insulated cubby is the best!

They can be found at https://miniware.com/collections/childrens-backpacks-bags

Self Disclosure: I received a free sample to facilitate this back- to- school featured post. Images were also provided.

FRIENDS: THE COMPLETE SERIES Comes to 4K ULTRA HD for the First Time Ever Available Now!

Credit: Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment

Oh, My Gawd!  In celebration of the 30th anniversary of one of television’s most watched sitcoms, Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment will release FRIENDS: The Complete Series in 4K Ultra HD on September 24, 2024.  This ultimate collector’s set for any FRIENDS fan includes over 110 hours of content – including all 236 original broadcast episodes released for the first time in 4K Ultra HD, plus over 20 hours of extra features including all-new bonus content. Pre-order your copy now.

From Warner Bros. Television, FRIENDS follows the lives and loves of a close-knit group of friends living in New York City: siblings Ross (David Schwimmer) and Monica Geller (Courteney Cox), along with friends Chandler Bing (Matthew Perry), Phoebe Buffay (Lisa Kudrow), Joey Tribbiani (Matt LeBlanc) and Rachel Green (Jennifer Aniston).

FRIENDS was created by David Crane and Marta Kauffman and aired on NBC from September 22, 1994 to May 6, 2004. The series was produced by Bright/Kauffman/Crane Productions, in association with Warner Bros. Television. Throughout its run, the show was nominated for 62 Primetime Emmy Awards®, winning six awards including Best Comedy Series in 2002. 

FRIENDS maintains its influence among viewers. Since its launch, the series has been watched over 71 billion times in the United States alone, across all linear & SVOD platforms. On an international level, viewers spent a total of more than 1.4 billion hours with FRIENDS in 2023 across linear and SVOD internationally.

As FRIENDS marks its 30th anniversary this year, the beloved TV series continues to hold an enduring place in popular culture and hearts worldwide. With its witty humor, relatable characters, and memorable catchphrases, FRIENDS transcends generations with its universal appeal, making it a classic that continues to bring joy and laughter to fans around the world.

I received a copy and am having so much fun watching it!

Check out this clip from the all-new bonus feature “Through the Peephole” to take you behind the scenes with some of the costumes from the series.

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Series information:

FRIENDS: The Complete Series

Includes all 236 original broadcast episodes from the iconic 10 seasons of the beloved series, plus hours of special features which has been created over the years including two hours of all-new bonus content.

PRODUCT                           

4K Ultra HD  

Audio: English 5.1 DTS-HDMA, German 2.0 S DD, French 2.0 S DD, Japanese 2.0 S DD, Castilian-Spanish 2.0 S DD

Subtitles: English SDH, German SDH, French, Japanese, Castilian Spanish, Latin Spanish, Swedish, Norwegian, Finnish, Danish, Dutch, Complex Chinese

Running time: 236 (30 min) episodes. Over 20 hours of special features including all-new bonus content

Rated: PG

Credit: Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment

Warner Bros. Discovery Home Entertainment (WBDHE) distributes the award-winning movies, television, animation, and digital content produced by Warner Bros. Discovery to the homes and screens of millions through physical Blu-ray Disc™ and DVD retail sales and digital transactions on major streaming, video-on-demand cable, satellite, digital, and mobile channels.  WBDHE is part of Warner Bros. Discovery Content Sales, one of the world’s largest distributors of entertainment programming.

Self Disclosure: I received a free sample to feature. Images and information were also provided.

Kiddietotes’ adorable backpacks are a must buy this school year!

super adorable!

Preschoolers and kindergarteners will head back to school in style with Kiddietotes’ adorable backpacks. These stylish backpacks have plenty of room and pockets inside to keep your child packed and ready to go on any adventure. The backpacks have a waterproof hardshell that are made with earth-friendly materials that are PVC- and BPA-free. Kids will be excited to pack their own bags! In cute themes like Ladybug, Rocket, Racecar and more!

These are so adorable! I received the ladybug one and it is super cute and it has so much room in it! It really is waterproof and I love that it is made with earth-friendly materials.

Available at https://kiddietotes.com/backpacks/ and Amazon.

Self Disclosure: I received a free sample to facilitate this back-to-school featured post. Images were also provided.