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Illumination's Anti-Hero Gru and his ever-entertaining Minions are set to take over your screens this fall in DESPICABLE ME 4!
The world’s favorite supervillain-turned-Anti-Villain-League-agent returns for a bold new era of Minions mayhem in Illumination’s DESPICABLE ME 4, now with 2 mini-movies. Gru, Lucy and their girls welcome a new member to the family – Gru Jr. – who is intent on tormenting his dad, as a new nemesis shows up and forces the family to go on the run. This latest blockbuster chapter in the biggest global animated franchise in history is packed with nonstop action and filled with Illumination’s signature subversive humor.
We'll start
with the Disclaimer - Yes, we did receive a complimentary copy of this film for
review, but this just means we're able to offer you a chance to win one too!
Enter the contest at the end of this post
Growing up I was a big fan of the Doctor Dolittle animated
series.I knew the theme song and the
names of all of Doctor Dolittle’s team. Each episode I watched as he helped
animals and escaped from pirates. It was an adventure I wanted to be part of.
Now the story of Doctor Dolittle has been reimagined in the
live-action version film DOLITTLE.It stars Robert Downey Jr. as Dr. John Dolittle
and the animals are voiced by many names you will recognize.Take a look at the trailer below to see what
I mean.
The story begins with an animated recap of how Dr. Dolittle
and his team of amazing animals were brought together, but then tragedy struck,
and he had chosen a life of recluse.When a boy with an affinity for animals wanders on to the grounds of the
Dolittle sanctuary, the live-action adventure begins.
This is a wonderful story of friendship, determination, and
forgiveness.It starts on land but then
takes to the sea in search of a lost world that only Dolittle can seek to find.All of these settings are so fitting to the
story especially Dr. Dolittle’s home. It
was created to look animal-friendly and there is a steam-punk vibe throughout
the house.Robert Downey Jr.’s portrayal
of the soft-spoken Doctor Dolittle is the stuff that ASMR
dreams are made of.
By watching this movie and the bonus scenes included with
the film you and your family will find yourself entranced by the spectacle of
DOLITTLE. So, gather your gang and watch DOLITTLE together!
We think your family will enjoy this film so much that we
are thrilled to give away a copy to one of our lucky readers!
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these films, but this just means we're able to offer you a chance win
them too! Enter the contest at the end of this post
DISNEY’S DUMBO IS NOW AVAILABLE ON DIGITAL AND BLU-RAYTM.
In
the remake of Dumbo even the story itself is different from the
original, which makes it special. This version introduces the Farrier
family to the story. As Holt Farrier arrives home from the war he must
adapt to life as widower while raising two children that are truly being
raised in a circus. Holt returns a very different man than when he
left. He does not understand that differences in his life and the paths
that his children have chosen are not to be hidden. Soon they learn that
the circus has more in store for them than they might be ready for.
Much like the original movie a baby elephant with enormous ears arrives
and the adventure begins. In addition to Farrier family adapting to
their new life, Dumbo must adapt to being part of the circus and soon
the circus itself has to adapt to being part of something completely
different. It is only once everyone begins to celebrate their
differences that they learn they have destiny on their side.
CINDERELLA: ANNIVERSARY EDITION IS NOW AVAILABLE ON DIGITAL AND BLU-RAYTM.
In the animated version of Cinderella, it begins as a story of a girl who
had her Mother pass away and her Father decides to marry a woman with
two daughters. After her Father dies the girl is raised by her wicked
Stepmother and constantly ridiculed by her Step-Sisters who treat her
like a servant. Feeling different from her Step-Family, Cinderella
chooses to befriend the animals in her home as a way escape her
unfortunate circumstances. After word is sent out throughout the land
that their will be a royal ball, her Stepmother and Step-Sisters ensure
that Cinderella will not have a way to attend. They do not know that
with the help of her friends something special is about to make
everything different for Cinderella.
In both films it shows how being different can be challenging, but it is
what makes everyone so special. Something else that is very special is
our news that we are giving away Disney’s Dumbo and Cinderella:
Anniversary Edition to a lucky reader.
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Enter
the rafflecopter contest below (it may take a minute to load) and tell
us what makes you stand out from the crowd. You may just win your own
copy! (NOTE when commenting below it is best to be logged into your
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anything else). THIS CONTEST IS FOR CANADIAN RESIDENTS ONLY.
With only a few days left to get your Christmas shopping done,
we thought we would give you some great ideas.Plus
many of these links have contests as well so you might just WIN
something while you shop our #12GiftsOfChristmas list!
We'll start with the Disclaimer –
Yes, we did receive a complimentary product, but this just means we're able to
offer you a chance to win one too! Enter the contest at the end of this post!
The New Year is just around the corner and which makes it a
great time to get into new routines.Eating
better is a great way stay healthy and the Stuck On You Bento Box makes it easy
to do so!See how easy it is to pack a
lunch with this bright, colourful and personalized lunch box.
Bears in Tiaras OH MY!
One of the memorable lines in The Wizard of Oz is “Lions and
Tigers and Bears OH MY” well when I noticed what looked to me to be a Bear in a
Tiara, I had an OH MY moment myself and knew this was the choice for our Bento
Box designs.These bright and cheerful lunch
boxes came with our names on them as well, so we think there is a perfect
colour and design for every member of your family as well.Head to https://www.stuckonyou.ca/bento-products
and see all the selections available.
Easy to Prepare Recipe Ideas for Your Stuck On You Bento Box Plus It’s Easy
To Clean Too
The Stuck On You Bento Box is a 3 piece construction.The outer shell complete with personalization,
and inner tray that easily removed for fast clean up and rubber seal to keep
everything in place once it’s filled up with a delicious lunch. While it is
made up of three pieces, the instructions warn not to remove the seal from the
outer shell casing of the bento box. To see all the care instructions, click on
the image below to enlarge it.
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For my first bento box creation I made Chicken, Goat Cheese
and Spinach Pinwheel Wraps with sides of fruit, veggies, seven grain pita crackers
and hummus. While the box lables give you and idea of where things should go,
because my wraps had grains, protein, dairy and vegetables all in one I mixed
it up a bit.
Here’s how I made my Chicken,
Goat Cheese and Spinach Pinwheel Wraps
1.I chopped a fully cooked chicken breast (I only
used about half of it in my recipe, so I had enough to make another for the
next day).
2.Then I crumbled half of small size package of
Goat Cheese and used a fork to mix and mash it into the chopped chicken
3.Next, I washed a handful of baby spinach
4.I layered the spinach and chicken mixture onto a
whole wheat wrap.For a variation you
could spread the hummus on the wrap first and then layer it up, but because I
made this the night before I didn’t want the wrap to get soggy so instead, I
packed the hummus in the circular compartment to dip my wraps and veggies into
it.
5.Finally, I folded/rolled up my wrap and cut it
into 2-inch pieces so it fit nicely into the bento box.
I filled the other compartments with radishes, kohlrabi,
carrots and blackberries, pita chips and as mentioned about the hummus was added to the
circular compartment.For other bento
box inspiration check out the video below and the idea list.
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Do you know someone that would like
this for this Christmas? We think it would make a great gift!
To learn more about Stuck On You visit the
links below
We thought busy parents would like this so much that we are
having a giveaway!
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Win
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load) and tell us what you would put in a bento box. It may just win you a
Stuck On You product! (NOTE when commenting below it is best to be logged into
your google account. After you click publish, it may take up to one minute for
your comment to show. Please wait for it to publish before clicking anything
else). THIS CONTEST IS FOR CANADIAN RESIDENTS ONLY
Many of you may not know that Victoria Park once has its own
Baseball Stadium.It was located where
the Clock Tower sits today.That stadium
was the Home of the Kitchener Panthers, a team that turns 100 years old this
year.Not only does the team been around
for a century, it is one of the original teams within the Intercounty Baseball League which is
also celebrating its 100th season.
Since moving to Jack Couch Park, located at the Kitchener
Memorial Recreation Complex, the Kitchener Panthers continue their tradition of
summer baseball here in Kitchener Ontario.
Back in May we attended the Kitchener Panthers Media launch
to meet the coaches and players.It was
great to run into some of friends for the KW
Titans as well!
Now the season is in FULL SWING! Be sure to get your tickets
to the next Kitchener Panthers Game and take your family to the ball game!
Bring the Family to The Ball Game
Did you know that Kitchener Panthers tickets are very affordable?
Single
Game Tickets:
Adults:
$10.00
Seniors
and Students (14 years and older): $8.00
Children
(13 years and younger): Free
All
tickets are available for purchase at the front gate
How to Win Kitchener Panthers Tickets and the Grand Prize Draw
Over the next few weeks we will be doing Kitchener Panthers
ticket giveaways.There are a few ways
to WIN.Be sure to follow these links
for chances to win a pair of Kitchener Panthers Tickets (tickets are for July
and August 2018 games at Jack Couch Park).
Plus, we will have a GRAND
PRIZE draw for a pair of Kitchener
Panthers tickets and a voucher for $75 in Kitchener Panthers Merchandise!Enter the rafflecopter contest below and be
sure to leave a comment with why you love baseball!
We'll start with the Disclaimer - Yes we did receive complimentary
tickets, but this just means we're able to offer you a chance attend too! Enter
the contest at the end of this post!
The KW TITANS Are Teaming Up with The Food Bank of Waterloo Region to Stuff
A Hummer
The Titans need your help to 'Stuff the Hummer' w food donations for those who need it most! Bring your nonperishable food items & donations to our #hoopsforhunger game. Tix start at $12 with portion of proceeds going to @foodbankwatreg. Promo code: FOODBANK. @RemaxGoingHomepic.twitter.com/K8S6d1xSWp
This Saturday night beginning at 7pm the KW Titans
will be making #HoopsForHunger
to support The Food Bank of Waterloo Region and you can help by getting ready
to STUFF A HUMMER!
Are you ready to STUFF A HUMMER????There are 2 opportunities to do that this
Saturday.
First you can come by THE AUD well before the game and see THE
HUMMER outside the box office from 11am-2pm (donations will be accepted then).
Then on your way into the 7pm game you can drop off your FOOD BANK DONATIONS to
be added to THE HUMMER (as it won’t be outside at game time).
To make it easy to come to the game and donate, be sure to
use the promo code FOODBANK for discounted tickets.See info below.
on the left side of the screen, under the image,
where it asks for the Promo Code type in
FOODBANK and click the GO button. Now in the top right corner select the
game this Saturday February 24, 2018.
When the new screen pops up select PURCHASE BY PRICE.
RED seats are now discounted to $12
GOLD seats are available for $25
We are so excited about it and are thrilled to giveaway a
FAMILY FOUR PACK of tickets to attend!
Enter To Win
Enter the rafflecopter
contest below (it may take a minute to load) and tell us why you think the FOOD
BANK OF WATERLOO REGION is so important in our community in comments at the
bottom. It may just win you a FAMILY FOUR PACK of tickets to the game!
We'll start with the Disclaimer - Yes we did receive complimentary
tickets, but this just means we're able to offer you a chance attend too! Enter
the contest at the end of this post!
PARENT’S NIGHT OUT
This fall The Grape
Escape Food And Wine Tasting Event will be taking place at the Victoria
Park Pavilion.It will happen on
Thursday October 6, 2017 at 6:30 pm and this event will make for a great
PARENTS’ NIGHT OUT!
You will be have the opportunity to taste fine wine and food
from local chefs.We think it will be a
great way to start the Thanksgiving
weekend (a bit early) as it will be a fundraiser for Monica Place.
More About Monica Place
For those living in The Region of Waterloo, Monica Place may sound familiar, but for
those who want to learn more about how Monica Place serves our community, take
a moment and watch the video below
Monica Place
offers comprehensive programs as well as housing for pregnant or parenting
young women. Services offered include: a residential program for expectant
mothers, Mom’s and Babes Unit for new mothers and infants; decision making
workshops; individual and group counselling; parenting classes; pre and post
adoption support; health care and prenatal classes; career counselling;
recreational opportunities; an on-site school; and 24 hour support from Monica
Place staff.
Enter the rafflecopter
contest below (it may take a minute to load) and tell me why you want to attend
The
Grape Escape Food And Wine Tasting Eventin the comments at the
bottom. It may just win you a night out for you and a guest to attend the event!
We'll start with the Disclaimer - Yes this is a sponsored post,
but this just means we're able to offer you a chance to win a free safety class
from Safety Tree! Enter the contest at the end of this post
I remember going to movies in the 80s to see the film ADVENTURES IN BABYSITTING.It was comedy about a teenager having to
babysit and the crazy night that took place.
In the film, there was a boy who should have been old enough
to stay home and watch his younger sister but because he didn’t have a mature
attitude his parents felt the need to have a babysitter for them.The babysitter made it seem like the trouble
they got into that night was because of the kids, but it really started with
her not making good choices to begin with.
Fast forward to today and kids have ways to prepare for both
of these situations thanks to Safety Tree. This summer forget the chaotic storm
of what to do the days parents need to be away.Instead enjoy the summer breeze and know that your children are prepared
to handle this situation.
Summer Break is almost here! Are you looking to sign up your
kids for activities while they are off school? As mentioned in our SAFETY
TREE CLASSES FOR KIDS post, Safety Tree offers classes to prepare them for
the challenges of being home alone.
Safety Tree Courses In The Kitchener Waterloo Area
June
24th - Home Alone Safety for Kids -Baden
June 24th - Red Cross Babysitting Course - Brantford
June 25th - Home Alone Safety for Kids - Waterloo
June 30th - Red Cross Babysitting Course - Kitchener
June 30th - Home Alone safety for Kids - Ayr
June 30th - My Safe Life and Home Alone Safety for Kids at Centreville Chicopee
Community Centre through the City of Kitchener.
We are giving away a FREE SAFETY TREE CLASS! Just enter the
Rafflecopter contest below (it may take a minute to load) and be sure to leave
a comment at the bottom of this post with which Safety Tree Class your family
would be interested in.
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