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Giant National Capital BBQ Battle 2020 ~ A Virtual Event

Summer time means BBQ to me and my family. I am very excited for The Giant National Capital BBQ Battle. This year will look a bit different, but it’s going virtual and it is FREE! The Giant National Capital BBQ Battle is back for its 28th year, this time as America’s First Virtual Food & Music Festival! This year’s event will be held from June 1st – 30th in an entirely virtual online format and Admission is FREE! The new exciting virtual format creates numerous social engagement opportunities with interactive programming, cooking contests, cooking demonstrations, award-winning recipes, numerous music stages,… Read More

Blue’s Clues & You! Kid Interview with Josh Dela Cruz

Blue skidoo, you can too! My daughter and I skidooed right into a zoom interview with the new host of Blue’s Clues & You! We had the absolute pleasure of speaking with Josh Dela Cruz, the live action host of Blue’s Clues & You! He shared all about his fun hosting gig, his inspiration, and his real life dog who goes to work with him.

Blue’s Clues & You! Giveaway & Cookie Recipie

Grab your handy dandy notebooks and get ready to spot the clues…Blues Clues that is! Nickelodeon’s hit interactive preschool series Blue’s Clues & You! will skidoo onto DVD for the first time on June 2, featuring four exciting episodes from the show’s debut season. The series follows beloved puppy Blue and live-action host Josh (Josh Dela Cruz) as they invite a new generation of preschoolers on clue-led adventures and solve a puzzle in each episode.

My Hopes For Tomorrow ~ Remake Learning

Today is the 143 Day (a national day of kindness in honor of Fred Rogers), and I am very excited and honored to be celebrating the launch of the Tomorrow, powered by Remake Learning campaign! Tomorrow is inspired in many ways by Fred Rogers and his empathetic, child-centered, wholly unique approach to learning. “Often, when you think you’re at the end of something, you’re at the beginning of something else,” Fred Rogers once said. That’s exactly where we find ourselves now.

Baking Soda and Vinegar Balloon Experiment ~ At Home Science

We have been trying to level up on our at home learning. What better way to do so than with some fun and exciting science experiments! My kids love to learn hands on. I found a ton of great resources and experiments to add to my list. Our first at home science experiment is the Baking Soda and Vinegar Balloon!

Bring Sonic The Hedgehog Home Today!

Sonic The Hedgehog is now available to bring home! Check out some fun behind the scenes clips, treats and more! Get ready to have a super Sonic movie night!

SCOOB! Movie Night Premiere & Activity Pack!

Ruh-Roh!  Break out the popcorn and the chew toys, grab a comfy seat and get ready to connect with friends and family because Scooby-Doo and the whole Mystery Inc. gang are bringing the party to your house. On Friday, May 15 everyone is invited to the Twitter #ScoobMovieNight premiere event, hosted by the big dog himself, to celebrate the release of the brand new, fully animated, full-length action adventure feature “SCOOB!” on Premium Video on Demand or Premium Digital Ownership.

Bring The Hershey Happiness Home

My family and I love to visit Hershey PA. It is one of our favorite family destinations when it comes to a weekend getaway. There is always something new and exciting, as well as our favorite traditions that keep us coming back for more. During this time where we are all staying home, I wanted to share a few ways you can experience the happiness of Hershey at home!

5 Virtual Ways To Show Teachers Some Love – Teacher Appreciation

Teachers are amazing! I have some special teachers that have always stuck with me, and I hope that for my kids as well. “It is the supreme art of the teacher to awaken joy in creative expression and knowledge.” – Albert Einstein Showing appreciation may look a little different this year, but don’t let that stop you from spreading the love to all of the amazing teachers in you life.