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FunBox: An Instagrammable Pop-Up Experience!

Posted on December 18, 2018 | Filed Under: Local Events, Pop Culture | Tags: FunBox, The Oaks Shopping Center, Thousand Oaks | 2 Comments

FunBox Instagram

Last weekend I visited a fun pop-up experience in Thousand Oaks with my daughter. FunBox is like heaven for an Instagrammer. It’s a bright, happy space that is very family-friendly. After you check-in with a FunBox staff member at your appointed time, you will be ushered into the FunBox lobby where you’ll immediately encounter the most adorable Teddy Bear Tunnel! After walking through the tunnel (and resisting the urge to … [Read more...]

Santa HQ at The Oaks Shopping Center

Posted on December 14, 2018 | Filed Under: Local Events | Tags: Christmas Photos, Photos with Santa, Santa HQ, The Oaks Shopping Center | 1 Comment

Santa HQ Entrance

I remember when my daughter was really young & visiting Santa at the local mall was a highlight of the holiday season. Usually it involved waiting in a really long line. Then once you get to the front of the line, you meet Santa, chat with him & then take photos. For children (and adults) who want to meet Santa, there is now an immersive experience called Santa HQ. It’s highly engaging, especially for kids who are growing up in the … [Read more...]

LA Zoo Lights 2018 – Experience the Illumination!

Posted on December 5, 2018 | Filed Under: Local Events | Tags: LA Zoo, LA Zoo Lights, Los Angeles holiday lights | 1 Comment

LA Zoo Lights 2018 sign

LA Zoo Lights is back once again & it is so illuminating! Last month my family attended the opening night festivities & it was amazing. LA Dodgers Justin Turner, Chris Sullivan from "This Is Us" & actress Carolyn Hennesy from “General Hospital” helped light up the LA Zoo's Holiday Tree. Prior to Good Day LA anchor Julie Chang’s interview with the celebrities, the crowd was treated to the Tinseltone Carolers, an … [Read more...]

Holiday Toy Guide: Disney, Star Wars & Marvel Toys

Posted on November 27, 2018 | Filed Under: Pop Culture, Product Reviews | Tags: Disney toys, holiday gifts, Marvel Rising, Star Wars toys, toy guide | 1 Comment

Holiday Toy Guide Star Wars Chewbacca Mask

The holidays are around the corner & I wanted to share with you my toy guide for the season that highlights Disney, Star Wars & Marvel toys. Do you remember a few months ago when I visited Walt Disney Animation Studios to support their DVD release of Solo: A Star Wars Story? It was during that visit that I had the opportunity to check out a few Han Solo & Chewbacca novelty items. Let’s take a look at some of the hottest toys … [Read more...]

Culture + Friendship Festival: FREE Family Event in LA!

Posted on November 18, 2018 | Filed Under: Local Events, Social Good | Tags: Culture + Friendship Festival, Mixed Up Clothing, MultiCulti Corner | Leave a Comment

Culture and Friendship Invite

I’m thrilled to announce the 2018 Culture + Friendship Festival! This year the event will be held Saturday, December 1st from 12-3pm at The Riveter in Marina del Rey. I'm proud to co-host this event with Mixed Up Clothing. We are excited to bring you wonderful sponsors, brands, authors, book readings, hair demos, activities for the kids & a Mixed Up Clothing fashion show! The 3rd Annual Multicultural Family Festival will … [Read more...]

Ready-to-Eat Coffee Bars from Pocket Latte

Posted on November 18, 2018 | Filed Under: Food, Product Reviews | Tags: Coffee Bars, Pocket Latte, Ready-to-Eat Coffee Bars | 6 Comments

Pocket Latte Coffee Bars Comic Con

One of my favorite discoveries at LA Comic Con this year is the Pocket Latte Coffee Bars. One Pocket Latte Coffee Bar equals one cup of coffee. I had never eaten a Ready-to-Eat Coffee Bar & fortunately for me, Pocket Latte was passing out samples at Comic Con! There are four flavors: Cream + Sugar Dark Roast Hazelnut Lavender Vanilla All of the Pocket Latte Coffee Bars are vegan except for the "Cream + Sugar" … [Read more...]

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