Disney’s Planes Reveals Full Voice Cast

April 1, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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I am a huge fan of all things Disney, especially their movies which really never disappoint. On August 9th, Disney's next 3D animated comedy adventure, Disney's Planes, will take off. They've just announced the cast and it's, well, of course, pretty awesome. About Disney's Planes From above the world of “Cars” comes Disney’s Planes, an action-packed 3D animated comedy adventure featuring Dusty (voice of Dane Cook), a plane with dreams of competing as a high-flying air racer. But … [Read more...]

20% Off Tickets to Madame Tussauds New York – Great For School Break!

March 25, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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A great discount is available if you are looking for something to do with the kids this week as most schools are on break for the Passover and Easter holiday. Download (or right-click and save to your computer) and print the coupon above for 20% off admission to Madame Tussauds New York, valid through 5/27/13. … [Read more...]

All Kids Fair Comes to Long Island April 28

March 25, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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The 3rd Annual All Kids Fair takes place on Sunday, April 28, 2013, from 10:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at the Melville Marriott. The event is dedicated to introducing local businesses and non-profit organizations to families with kids anywhere from birth through high school age. The All Kids Fair is part education and activities expo and part health and wellness fair. In over 80 exhibitor spaces, you will find information about after school activities, nutrition, special needs, camps, financial … [Read more...]

The Caring Bunny at Walt Whitman Mall {Sensory Friendly Photo Opp}

March 21, 2013 By 1 Comment
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A few months ago, I was able to post about a great program put together by AMC Movie Theaters called Sensory Friendly Films that opened up a movie environment to families with children with special needs. This program allowed families to go to the movies with their children who may have never been able to go to a movie theater before due to sensory and other issues. On Saturday, March 23, Walt Whitman Mall will be holding a Caring Bunny event, dedicated to families who have children with … [Read more...]

Bring Your Baby to the Movies at AMC Theaters

March 21, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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Not sure I can actually remember the last time I saw a movie that wasn't animated or geared towards my kids. When my kids were infants, I would have loved to have this program available! AMC Theaters is inviting parents to see current movies on the first Tuesday of every month at noon for Bring Your Baby Matinees. Bring your crying babies, feel free to breast feed and there's room for your strollers. The movie theater is considered a baby-friendly zone - lights are brighter, volume is lower … [Read more...]

Long Island Aquarium & Exhibition Center Needs Help Naming its Newest Residents

March 19, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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During the weekend of February 16, Long Island Aquarium & Exhibition Center welcomed new additions - four North American river otters, one female and three males. Proud parents are PB&J (or Peanut Butter & Jelly). Now, the Aquarium’s newest residents need names and need your help! Visit the Long Island Aquarium's Facebook page now through Sunday, April 14 and vote on one of the 10 name choices. The winning four names will be announced on Monday, April 15. The name choices … [Read more...]

Earth Day Poster Contest for Kids

March 14, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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To celebrate and honor Earth Day 2013, Senator Kemp Hannon (R-Nassau) is sponsoring a poster contest for Long Island children, the theme of which is Reduce, Reuse, Recycle. If you have a child who is in kindergarten through 6th grade, they are eligible to enter this contest. Winning entries will be displayed on Senator Hannon’s website, and all participants will receive a certificate acknowledging their participation. Senator Hannon also plans to host an awards ceremony honoring the … [Read more...]

School House Rock LIVE in Elmont on March 26, 2013 {Scholarship Fundraiser}

March 13, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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Everybody wins: enjoy some of the best live entertainment on Long Island, while helping students attend the colleges of their dreams. The Elmont Memorial Library and the BroadHollow Theatre Company are proud to hold their Annual College Scholarship Fundraiser on Tuesday, March 26, 2013 at 1:00pm LIVE in Elmont Library Theatre, 700 Hempstead Tpke., Elmont! Purchase tickets for only $ 5.00 each to a LIVE performance of the popular play School House Rock. The Emmy Award-winning 1970s Saturday … [Read more...]

Nassau County Summer Rec Program Open for Registration

March 11, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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Nassau County is offering Summer Rec Programs for summer 2013 in 5 parks - Cantiague Park (West John Street, Hicksville), Eisenhower Park (East Meadow), Grant Park (Broadway, Hewlett), Nickerson Beach Park (Lido Boulevard, Lido Beach) and Wantagh Park (King Road, Wantagh). The programs will run from 9am to 3pm (or a full day option from 9am to 5pm) from July 1 through August 8 and will be closed on July 4. Kids ages 5 through 12 can register for a fun summer program that includes swimming (in … [Read more...]

Oz The Great and Powerful – Go See It!

March 9, 2013 By Leave a Comment
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Oz The Great and Powerful opens this weekend, and having just seen an advanced screening, you'll want set aside some time for your family to see it---  what a treat it was!  This magical fairytale of a movie features James Franco, Michelle Williams, Mila Kunis and Rachel Weisz (just to name a few players from the powerhouse cast,) and is unlike any movie you've seen -- at least recently.  The only movie I can compare it to, and peripherally at that, is Lord of Rings, in the sense that the Oz … [Read more...]

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