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Free February Sundays at Santa Monica Pier Aquarium – Courtesy of Cirque du Soleil

By on February 5, 2012

Just when I thought you couldn’t get any cooler… thanks Cirque du Soleil! Not only are you one of the most creative circuses and inspiring shows ever, but now you are treating us to free visits with the kids to the Aquarium. Well done! As partners in promoting community education, the Heal the Bay’s Santa Monica [...]

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Review: OVO by Cirque Du Soleil at the Santa Monica Pier

By on February 1, 2012

Cirque Du Soleil’s OVO is in town! The high energy show is here for a limited engagement under the Grand Chapiteau (Big Top) at Santa Monica Pier. I attended OVO and it is awesome! Each Cirque De Soleil show has it’s unique theme coupled with the exciting, entertaining acts that makes Cirque so amazing. The [...]

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Out & About in So. Cal: Paramount Ranch

By on January 4, 2012

We love getting away from the city and finding hidden gems! I couldn’ think of a better location than one that is a part of American movie history. Paramount Ranch is located in the Santa Monica Mountains in Augora Hills. The old movie ranch is 750 acres and we were excited to check it out. [...]

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Local Family Adventure: Downtown L.A.

By on December 16, 2011

I often dream about traveling to far off distant places but traveling hasn’t been a reality for us lately. Traveling is expensive and takes tons of planning now that we have a daughter. Fortunately, our own “backyard” offers tiny adventures waiting to be explored. There’s more to the Los Angeles area than amusement parks (don’t [...]

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Orange County Holiday Dinner & Spa Experience

By on December 14, 2011
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Whether you are a local or thinking of visiting for the holidays, put the Newport Beach Marriott Hotel & Spa on your list. It is located in beautiful Orange County, right across the street from Fashion Island Shopping Center (should you have any last minute shopping to do!). Myself and three other lucky ladies were [...]

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Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market for Holiday Entertaining

By on December 11, 2011

Yesterday, Tee and I went to an event, hosted by Fresh & Easy Neighborhood Market, on the Queen Mary. The Queen Mary was a fabulous venue to host an event centered around holiday entertaining. We enjoyed sweeping views of a modern downtown Long Beach skyline, contrasting to the vintage decor on-board the Queen Mary. Fresh [...]

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So Cal Event Discount Code: DISNEY ON ICE presents DISNEY• PIXAR’S TOY STORY 3

By on November 25, 2011

That’s IT Mommy is excited for Disney on Ice! Toy Story 3 is one of our family favorite movie titles and we can’t wait to see Woody, Buzz and the rest of the Disney-Pixar gang on ice! Disney On Ice performances are fun for the entire family and my daughter is super excited to see [...]

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Hollywood Event: El Capitan Theatre Celebrates The Muppets With Disney’s Most Sensational Muppet Party and more!

By on November 24, 2011

As you know, I’ve been sharing The Muppets news for the past couple of weeks. And believe it or not, there’s even more to share! Hollywood’s legendary El Capital Theatre is celebrating The Muppets from November 23, 2011 through January 8, 2012! I highly recommend seeing the film at the El Capital Theatre in Hollywood. [...]

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Last Brick-or-Treat Party Nights at LEGOLAND California this Saturday!

By on October 28, 2011

  Looking for a monstrously fun Halloween party? Dress-up the kiddos and take them to LEGOLAND California this Saturday, October 29th! We attended Brick-or-Treat last weekend and had a fabulous time! My daughter loved the Brick-or-Treat Trail! I loved that kids receive a balance of healthy items along with some candy! LEGOLAND is fun on [...]

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Real Seal Appeal! Sweepstakes: California Dairy Families Support Southern California Schools

By on October 10, 2011

California dairy farmers are supporting our children by providing the Real Seal Appeal! This promotion and sweepstakes helps support our schools and teachers. $2 million in cash, Scholastic books and school supplies are all part of the impressive lists of prizes that participating elementary schools could win! I recently spent time with two California dairy [...]

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