I love Holidays, and Easter is no exception. I usually have all of my shopping and planning done months in advance, but this year I’ve been slacking and am finding myself running around last minute to get stuff. A few years ago the adorable Easter Baskets I created were a big hit!
The only place with enough time left to get in those Last Minute Easter Deals! I LOVE the basket stuffier ideas that Amazon has, from pre-made baskets, to Easter Sunday attire, I’ve rounded out the favorites for you below! Check them out;
You may want to check them out and go for something easy and crafty this year, there is still time. There are some “Out of the basket” ideas you may find inspirational as well, and some easy-to-throw together recipes to enjoy in the upcoming festive weeks.
WWF Legends to Meet with Fans at iPlay America this Spring
Freehold, NJ., iPlay America will be hosting some of America’s most notorious wrestling legends this spring. Wrestling fan favorites, including hall of famer Ricky “The Dragon” Steamboat, tag team champions Afa & Sika, “The Wild Samoans,” women’s champion and hall of famer Wendi Richter, and more will be coming to iPlay America’s Warehouse 100 on Saturday, April 27, for an all-day, 80’s Wrestling Con event.
On April 27, join the wrestling fun with this first ever, exclusively 80’s event starring legendary WWF fighters. Sit down with WWF’s biggest stars during a Q&A session where they will talk about the good, the bad and the ugly of 80’s wrestling. Be a part of the ultimate 80’s Wrestling auction, which gives guests the chance to win signed memorabilia, wrestling figures, Coliseum videos, wrestling buddies and more. Raffle tickets will be available for purchase at the event. Additionally, local vendors will be setting up tables at the event, giving guests the chance to learn about businesses in the area.
Advanced admission tickets, which grants access into the 80’s Wrestling Con event, are available for purchase at https://www.iplayamerica.com/event/80s-wrestling-con/. Doors will open to the event at 10:00 AM. Supertickets, individual autograph tickets, photo-op tickets and Q&A tickets will all be available for purchase at the door.
Be sure to visit https://80swrestlingcon.com/ for more confirmed guests, pictures of auction items, event updates and more.
“When booking new events, we look to bring in opportunities that our audience responds well to,” said Jessica Schwartz, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for iPlay America. “Our fans have shown great interest in the wrestling events we’ve held in the past, and the announcement that WrestleMania 2019 will be held in New Jersey has only generated more excitement through the local wrestling fanbase. We are thrilled to be able to bring more wrestling events to the area and host the all-day 80s Wrestling Con event for wrestling fans of all ages.”
About iPlay America
iPlay America is the place to Get Inside the Fun! It’s all indoor, family-friendly themed environment provides guests nearly four acres of outstanding rides, games, and attractions making it the perfect destination for FUN year round! The Event Center @IPA is home to concerts, corporate events, expos, galas, trade shows, company outings, sporting events, social gatherings, and every kind of party. iPlay America offers guests a mouth-watering selection of Boardwalk style fare, classic American cuisine at Game Time Bar & Grill, and an impressive event catering menu. ALWAYS free to enter, iPlay America’s guests can enjoy exciting attractions like 2-level Laser Tag, Indoor Go-Kart Track, Spinning Coaster and the Sky Trails® High Ropes Course (the largest indoor ropes course in New Jersey). iPlay America is a 2017 winner of TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence for Outstanding Service. For FUN, fine food, and events of any size, the award winning iPlay America is the place to Get Inside the Fun. iPlay America is located on Route 9 at 110 Schanck Road in Freehold, New Jersey.
The brand-new trailer for Disney’s “The Lion King” is available today, marking 100 days until Simba arrives in theaters on July 19.
Disney’s “The Lion King, directed by Jon Favreau (“The Jungle Book”), journeys to the African savanna where a future king is born. Simba idolizes his father, King Mufasa, and takes to heart his own royal destiny. But not everyone in the kingdom celebrates the new cub’s arrival. Scar, Mufasa’s brother—and former heir to the throne—has plans of his own. The battle for Pride Rock is ravaged with betrayal, tragedy and drama, ultimately resulting in Simba’s exile. With help from a curious pair of newfound friends, Simba will have to figure out how to grow up and take back what is rightfully his.
Staying true to the classic story, director Jon Favreau utilizes pioneering filmmaking techniques to bring the iconic characters to the big screen in a whole new way. Featuring the voices of Donald Glover as Simba, Beyoncé Knowles-Carter as Nala, James Earl Jones as Mufasa, Chiwetel Ejiofor as Scar, Seth Rogen as Pumbaa and Billy Eichner as Timon, Disney’s “The Lion King” opens in U.S. theaters on July 19, 2019.
Cast: Donald Glover, Seth Rogen, Chiwetel Ejiofor, Alfre Woodard, Billy Eichner, John Kani, John Oliver, Florence Kasumba, Eric André, Keegan-Michael Key, JD McCrary, Shahadi Wright Joseph, with Beyoncé Knowles-Carter and James Earl Jones.
Director: Jon Favreau
Producers: Jon Favreau, Jeffrey Silver, Karen Gilchrist
April’s Dailygoodiebox is here and as always, it’s more than just free samples!
Full size items grace this months box and every item is something I haven’t seen yet in stores. They’re all intriguing products with stories of all natural starts. All of these items have a purpose you didn’t know you needed until now.
First up is the Tickle Water. What an adorable concept. Sparkling water for adults and children. A great way to get children happy about drinking water.
Reading the back of the bottle makes me want to go buy a pack of these. Kids like soda because of the sugar sure, but they also like the bubbles.
Not only is this fun ances have a cute bottle, its all natural and TASTES GREAT! Clear the way for Tickle water!
I have to be honest. Alot of items that come in these boxes are so new to me that I have to actually Google how to use them correctly. This particular item has a plethora of uses!
This next item is pretty cool. I’ve never heard of a breather inhaler to help with stuffy noses, but apparently they’re a thing and vicks makes something similar.
What’s great about this is its all natural and not only does it help tremendously clear your nasal passages, but it provides Aromatherapy at the same time!
Sonny the Bunny Hops Back to iPlay America for 6th Annual Colossal Carrot Adventure this April
Freehold, NJ., March 12, 2019 – With springtime just around the corner, Sonny the Bunny is preparing for his sixth annual Colossal Carrot Adventure at iPlay America. Sonny is hopping back to iPlay America for another day of fun-filled adventures for the whole family on Saturday, April 13. The day even includes a VIB (Very Important Bunny) breakfast buffet, offering delicious springtime dishes and for a chance to meet the day’s guest of honor.
The day will start out with the VIB breakfast where families can enjoy a spring-themed breakfast buffet, while hanging out with Sonny the Bunny. Special guest, Miss Sheri, will be performing during the meal, giving families the opportunity to dance and sing along. Families will also have the chance to have a professional photo taken with Sonny the Bunny, available for free digital download. Also available for purchase are special treats that Sonny the Bunny will hand out during the event.
After breakfast, guests can venture into the Colossal Carrot Adventure, hop around the bunny trail and go on an egg hunt in search for treats and prizes. This is also a chance for guests to find and win this year’s raffle prizes. Grand prizes include a Kid’s Birthday Party and a piece of diamond jewelry. The Colossal Carrot Adventure is a free event, but registration is required.
Adult tickets for Breakfast with Sonny the Bunny are available for $24.95 and include breakfast buffet, and a $5 game card. Child tickets are available for $14.95 and include breakfast buffet, a photo with Sonny the Bunny, a souvenir Easter bucket and a $5 game card. Toddlers under 2 years old are FREE, but seats must be reserved. VIB add-ons are available for purchase. For $10, Sonny the Bunny will present a cuddly pink or blue teddy bear to your child. For $15, you can give your child a light up souvenir cup filled with their favorite candy. Purchasing add-on items does not include admission to the VIB breakfast. For more ticket information, please visit https://www.iplayamerica.com/event/breakfast-sonny-bunny/.
“We are thrilled to bring back Sonny the Bunny for the popular VIB breakfast and Colossal Carrot Adventure this spring,” said Jessica Schwartz, Vice President of Sales and Marketing for iPlay America. “We love providing our guests with fun events that the whole family can enjoy. Sonny the Bunny has been a big hit over the past few years, so we are excited to see our guests enjoy another great day celebrating at iPlay America this Spring.”
About iPlay America
iPlay America is the place to Get Inside the Fun! It’s all indoor, family-friendly themed environment provides guests nearly four acres of outstanding rides, games, and attractions making it the perfect destination for FUN year round! The Event Center @IPA is home to concerts, corporate events, expos, galas, trade shows, company outings, sporting events, social gatherings, and every kind of party. iPlay America offers guests a mouth-watering selection of Boardwalk style fare, classic American cuisine at Game Time Bar & Grill, and an impressive event catering menu. ALWAYS free to enter, iPlay America’s guests can enjoy exciting attractions like 2-level Laser Tag, Indoor Go-Kart Track, Spinning Coaster and the Sky Trails® High Ropes Course (the largest indoor ropes course in New Jersey). iPlay America is a 2017 winner of TripAdvisor’s Certificate of Excellence for Outstanding Service. For FUN, fine food, and events of any size, the award winning iPlay America is the place to Get Inside the Fun. iPlay America is located on Route 9 at 110 Schanck Road in Freehold, New Jersey.
It’s back! The Rain, Rain Go Away Giveaway Hop and I am excited to have 2 Medieval Times in Lyndhurst NJ tickets to give away to my readers. Win 2 passes to go to any show of your choosing – and what a great time for this to be going on, Spring Break is right around the corner!
Last year we visited Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament and what a BLAST we had! That is why we just had to go back and catch another show. They really make you feel like you’ve taken a time machine back a few centuries and it feels so cool to be in an alternate reality, routing for your house color and knight. Did I mention the food is GREAT?
No matter which seat your assigned, every seat in the house has a good view, and the hype in the room will leave all kids and adults smiling from ear to ear.
This show we were in the red knight section. The seats were great, so close to the queen!
This is the second time I’ve gone and both times my Knight lost. It’s ok though as it’s still an excited time to watch the final battle no matter who wins. I always find myself chanting the words from “the cable guy” movie “down, down, down, red knights going down!” Lol!
The horses are so beautiful and graceful. They get so much show time from doing tricks, too dancing and even during the fights. They’re such professionals though I think they actually believe they’re in the Medieval century in real battle. Haha! So cute.
I always eat the food so fast that I haven’t ever taken a full plate picture. The plates and “bowl” are metal which gives such a rustic fall and the cups are plastic. Beverages are included except if you want an alcoholic beverage or a kid’s slushy, you’ll pay extra.
Of course they have the “wenches” serve the food courses, so be sure to bring some bag for gratuity.
The food choices are the same every show except for the dessert. Last time we were there it was pound cake, this time it was vanilla ice cream with caramel drizzle.
Although out Knight didn’t win overall, rooting for the blue knight at the end was really fun.
My only critique is that it gets alittle confusing when they call the color sections and where to enter. I’f you miss hearing it over the loud crowd, you’ll be left searching the staircase fir your color and checking for others with the same crown.
This is an awesome place for an adults night out or a family night out, and that’s why I love it!
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In honor of Autism Awareness Month, Sesame Workshop launched new videos and materials featuring the family of Julia, a 4-year-old Sesame Street Muppet with autism, as part of its Sesame Street and Autism: See Amazing in All Childreninitiative. New resources, freely available in English and Spanish on sesamestreet.org/autism, bring to life Julia’s parents, big brother, and companion dog, and focus on what all families share in common while providing tools to help overcome everyday challenges.
Additionally, on April 8, HBO and PBS KIDS will premier a Julia-focused Sesame Street episode in which Elmo, Abby Cadabby, and Alan help Julia feel less scared about getting a hair cut – a piece created in response to a need families have expressed for materials tackling common experiences and challenges that families like Julia’s face.
Official Press Release:
Julia’s New Sesame Street Muppet Family Debuts as Part of Autism Initiative
Special Episode to Air on HBO and PBS KIDS—New Bilingual Resources Celebrating Families, Addressing Topics like Bullying Also Launched
New York, NY — (April 1, 2019) In honor of Autism Awareness Month, Sesame Workshop launched new videos and materials featuring the family of Julia, a 4-year-old Sesame Street Muppet with autism, as part of its Sesame Street and Autism: See Amazing in All Children initiative. New resources, freely available in English and Spanish on sesamestreet.org/autism,bring to life Julia’s parents, big brother, and companion dog, and focus on what all families share in common while providing tools to help overcome everyday challenges. Just as all children depend on their families for support, so, too, do children with autism—which affects 1 in 59 American children today. Additional resources focused on bullying, which disproportionately affects children with autism, feature Julia as an upstander in a bullying situation, promoting kindness and empathy.
Complementing the new resources, HBO and PBS KIDS will premiere a Julia-focused Sesame Street episode on April 8. In it, Elmo, Abby Cadabby, and Alan help Julia feel less scared about getting a haircut by playing ‘hair salon’ and pretending to be hair stylists. The segment was created in response to a need families have expressed for materials tackling common experiences like haircuts that can pose challenges for children with autism. Additionally, on April 6, Barnes & Noble will hold storytime events in over 630 locations nationwide, featuring the Family Forever hardcover storybook just released by Random House Children’s Books.
The resources released today include:
Original videos starring Julia and her family, including:The “I Love My Family” song, in which Julia’s mother, Elena, father, Daniel, and big brother, Samuel, join Julia and their dog, Rose, to sing a song celebrating family; “Julia’s Family Gets Ready,” in which Julia’s family gets ready to attend open mic night at Hooper’s Store, and Julia steps in to save the day; and “Starfish Hug,”in which Julia and Samuel teach Abby Cadabby a new kind of hug to help her through a tough day. The new videos bring to life Julia’s family, who was introduced last year in the Family Foreverstorybook.
“Circle of Friends” Storybook: On the first day of summer camp, Julia stands up for another camper with autism who is being bullied, and the two become friends. Children with autism are five times more likely to be bullied than their neurotypical peers; Circle of Friendsaims to prevent bullying by fostering empathy and compassion. This free storybook, available on major ebook platforms including school and library distributors, was funded with the support of over 1,000 backers in aKickstarter campaign. Paperback copies will be distributed to autism partner organizations and community providers.
“Playground Pals” digital interactive:Julia and her brother Samuel head to the playground for an afternoon of fun together. By helping children they encounter along the way, they learn about kindness and empathy.
Articles and activities for families and service providers: New articles include tips on creating family traditions and their importance in helping children cope with challenges, strategies to help children cope with bullying, and information on how animals like Julia’s dog can enrich a child’s life and help reduce stress.
A behind-the-scenes look at the creation of Julia’s family: See the process behind bringing Julia’s family to life as Sesame Street Muppets.
“We’re thrilled to expand Julia’s world with her parents, big brother, and her adorable dog, Rose, in our new resources” said Sherrie Westin, President of Global Impact and Philanthropy, Sesame Workshop. “Children with autism often face unique challenges, as do their parents and siblings. But every family faces challenges of some sort, which is why we are focusing on what all families have in common. In a family, everyone has different roles, challenges, and strengths, and everyone can learn from one another.”
Created in 2015, the Sesame Street and Autism: See Amazing in All Children initiative aims to increase public awareness of autism, foster greater empathy and understanding, and support families with free resources to help them navigate everyday moments and challenges. The initiative was developed in consultation with over 250 organizations and experts within the autism community. Since its launch, the Emmy award-winning initiative has generated more than 3.1 million page views across nearly 800,000 users, and hundreds of thousands of storybooks have been used by educators, service providers, and families.
In addition to the new resources, Sesame Workshop is continuing efforts across the United States and worldwide to expand the initiative. Building onSesame Place and Beaches Resorts achieving distinction as Certified Autism Centers (CAC) last year,SeaWorld Orlandowas recently designated as a CAC, completing staff-wide autism awareness training and adding quiet spaces for children and families. In addition, Busch Gardens Tampa Bay will now feature meet and greets with a Julia walkaround character, adding to the growing list of themed entertainment partners featuring Julia. In Japan, where Julia is the face of a diversity and inclusion curriculum taught in Japanese public schools, Sesame Workshop will participate in the World Autism Awareness Day Symposium and join the Tokyo Tower lighting ceremony.
The Sesame Street and Autism: See Amazing in All Children initiative is made possible by generous philanthropic support from American Greetings and Kristen Rohr, and is part of Sesame Workshop’s mission to help all children grow smarter, stronger, and kinder.
About Sesame Workshop
Sesame Workshop is the nonprofit media and educational organization behind Sesame Street, the pioneering television show that has been reaching and teaching children since 1969. Today, Sesame Workshop is an innovative force for change, with a mission to help kids everywhere grow smarter, stronger, and kinder. We’re active in more than 150 countries, serving vulnerable children through a wide range of media, formal education, and philanthropically-funded social impact programs, each grounded in rigorous research and tailored to the needs and cultures of the communities we serve. For more information, please visit www.sesameworkshop.org.
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