Pet Appreciation Fair & WALK for the Animals

The 12th Annual Pet Appreciation Fair and Walk for the Animals, presented by the Petco Foundation, will be held on Saturday, October 13 from 9 a.m. – 3 p.m. at El Dorado East Regional Park—Archery Range, 7550 Spring St. (at the 605 freeway) in Long Beach. The event is co-sponsored by Friends of Long Beach Animals and Long Beach Animal Care Services to help fund low-cost spay/neuter, medical attention for special needs of shelter animals, and humane education.  [Read more…]

A Visit to the Queen Mary….

My son loves the big ships like Titanic and the Queen Mary so for his 9th birthday we decided to stay overnight on the Queen Mary. I had never spent the night aboard the Queen Mary so I was also quite excited when we booked our reservation. My son was counting down the days and finally Sept. 26th (the day before his birthday) finally arrived!   [Read more…]

Share Your Story

We acknowledge and honor all the heroes touched by breast cancer each year.  Whether you are a nurse working in a cancer center, a woman newly diagnosed, a parent in remission, a friend or a family member providing daily support, we want to hear your message.

Share your story of strength, encouragement and hope.   [Read more…]

Silly Favorites

Looking for a CD full of fun & silly songs for younger children? Silly Favorites is your answer! We received this silly CD from our friends at Music For Little People Records.  [Read more…]

Crafted

Have you visited Crafted yet?

Southern California’s largest weekend craft marketplace, CRAFTED at the port of los angeles features handmade treasures all made locally. You can shop unique jewelry, delicious food, fun kid’s clothing and accessories, plus special items for the home.


Brick-or-Treat Party Nights is Back at LEGOLAND® California

LEGOLAND® California Resort is gearing up for the biggest kids’ Halloween celebration in San Diego, Brick-or –Treats Party Nights.  Every Saturday night in October, the family theme park’s Brick-or-Treat Party Nights is filled with a variety of family activities including the interactive show “Mail Order Monsters,” Brick-or-Treat Trails and, of course, SEA LIFE® Carlsbad Aquarium gets into the  Halloween spirit with its own Brick-or-Treat Trail Bonus station and special festive activities.  [Read more…]

Make A Fun Halloween Video With Your Kids!

Photo: JAKE, IZZY, CUBBY, SKULLY

Disney Junior and DisneyJunior.com are celebrating Halloween in a BIG way and I wanted to share all of the exciting things going on with you…  [Read more…]

Green Apple Day Of Service, September 29th, 2012

 

Every day, one-quarter of the American population walks into outdated school buildings that are badly in need of repair and burdened with airborne toxins, dwindling budgets, and outdated resources. The school environment where kids learn matters, and for the first time ever, green building industry leaders are teaming up with tens of thousands of community volunteers to promote healthier, more efficient schools. [Read more…]