The Autism Society - Sensory Friendly Disney Films At AMC Theaters

In partnership with The Autism Society, AMC Sensory Friendly Films are being brought to families affected by autism on a monthly basis to select communities. 

The program provides a special opportunity for families to enjoy their favorite films in a safe and accepting environment. The auditoriums dedicated to the program have their lights up, the sound turned down and audience members are invited to get up and dance, walk, shout or sing!

AMC is thrilled offer the program at many locations nationwide — please click here for a complete list of participating theaters. AMC should be proud to be making a difference in the estimated 1.5 million Americans living with an autism spectrum disorder by offering families a chance to see a movie together — often for the very first time.

Upcoming Sensory Friendly 10am showings* include:

 

March 12 -

Mars Needs Moms

May 7 -
African Cats




All shows are at 10:00 am local time.

*Dates and films are subject to change.

Click here to see all upcoming movies

Create Your Own Disney Valentine's Day Cards Online

Make you own Valentine's Day Card
Online at Disney's Create

Don't forget to save your art work!

You can print or send and share your work when you're done.

Disney Valentine Fun Activities For Kids

My favorite Valentines are straight from the heart and often made by little hands. If your looking to have some crafty fun with your kids this Valentines Day, you've come to the right place!

Disney
Family.com

is full of Disney themed crafts, recipes and decorating ideas for the perfect Valentine's Day celebration with your family.

I've shared a few of my favorites below, just click each title above the photo for easy to follow instructions- including templates.

 

Mickey & Friends Valentine's Day Cupcake Toppers

Mickey & Minne Valentine's Day Flowers

 

Tangled Valentine Cards

 

Belle's Valentine Bookmark

 

 

Minnie Mouse Candy Box

Mickey's Valentine Tote Bag

Mickey Mouse's Candy Box

P.S.  Disney Family.com's printable crafts are specially designed with muted colors to not waste too much of your printer's color ink.

Valentine Moose Munch

MMMMMM.....

Moose Munch from Harry & David is one of my favorite treats. 
Did you know there are several varieties to try?
YUM!
With Valentines Day right around the corner,
they have one flavor cleverly named Cupid's Crunch 
and packaged it in super cute "Valentine-Gram" bags! 

I'm a sucker for seasonal themed goodies so this is right up my alley. I also try to be unique in my Valentine gift giving. I mean, how much chocolate can one teacher eat really?! Don't get me wrong, I could eat my weight in chocolate almost daily but I think it's a little more thoughtful to give something other than chocolate on this holiday.
(unless you are my husband in which case, bringing me chocolate on Valentines Day is requirement of being my husband)

Show the special people in your life some sweetness by giving them Moose Munch Cupid's Crunch by Harry & David. Here are my other favorites for Valentines Gift Giving :

Sweetheart's Cookie Basket -$25

(everyone loves cookies and these are adorable)

Sweet Somethings Basket -$30

(so much variety, great for sharing)

The ULTIMATE Valentine's Day Gift:

Sweet Fondue for Two

(hey fellas, this is romantic!)

Harry & David are easily found online or find a store near you

Or call their Gift Concierge at 1-877-322-1200

Cavalia Comes To Southern California



From the creator and original founder of Cirque De Soleil comes this magical, mystical live show filled with music, dance, and the special relationship between horses and humans.

Photo Credit: Lynn Glazer



Photo Credit: Lynn Glazer

Cavalia is made up of 31 artists, acrobats, dancers and riders from Canada, France, The United States, Morocco, Kyrgyzstan, and Russia. The troop includes a singer and six musicians. 

Photo Credit: Lynn Glazer



 Cavalia features a total of 49 horses. 

There are 11 different breeds of horses from France, Spain, Portugal, Canada, The United States, and the Netherlands. 

Cavalia is the largest touring show in the world.

Photo Credit: Frederic Chehu

Tickets are on sale now...

Photo Credit: Guy Deschenes



 

The show opens in Burbank

January 19, 2011 through February 13, 2011

Get Tickets Here

Or By Phone 1-866-999-8111 (Toll Free Number)

Everyday from 9 am to 10 pm

Seating Chart

Now Playing at the Orange County Performing Arts Center

JM Barrie’s Peter Pan

at the

Orange County Performing Arts Center

My family and I were invited to Opening Night

~review and photos coming soon~

Opening Night:

Sunday, October 3 at 6 p.m.

Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Friday evenings at 7 p.m.

Saturdays at 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.                 Sundays at 12:30 p.m. and 6 p.m.

The matinee performance on Wednesday, November 10 is at 11:30 a.m.

 No performance on Thanksgiving Day, November 25.

Special matinee performance on Friday, November 26 at 1 p.m. in addition to the performance at 7 p.m.

A limited number of hearing assistance devices is available at all performances.

Orange County Performing Arts Center

615 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Tickets: Tickets to see PETER PAN are $30 to $75; premium and child pricing available.

In person - The Center Box Office

600 Town Center Drive   Costa Mesa, CA 92626

Open 10 a.m. – 5 p.m. daily

Online - OCPAC.org      Phone - 714.556.2787

Halloween Time at Disneyland Mom Blogger Style!

Halloween Time Returns

 Mickey and Pals Along With Disney Villains Transform Disneyland Resort for the Season

Halloween Screams is the newest fireworks show exclusively during Mickey's Halloween Party

 Enjoy the thrills and chills of Space Mountain Ghost Galaxy and Haunted Mansion Holiday!

(videos are compliments of Disney Parks, this one's a little scary)

‘Mickey’s Halloween Party’ Moves to Disneyland Park

‘World of Color’ Show Continues to Perform Nightly at Disney California Adventure

I'll be there with both of my sisters and our families on October 1st
 ~ Trick or Treat~
(Pictures to follow)

It's Here...... I got the press release and couldn't wait to share the news. As you know I'm a huge fan of Disneyland Resort. There's no place in the world like Disney for the Holidays and from September to January I can't stay away!!! Halloween Time is no exception.
The last few weeks I have been sharing my last few years of Mickey's Trick or Treat Party in the hopes of getting you all in the mood. I am sad to hear the prices of ticket are keeping some of you from coming out to play this year. Just a reminder, there are special discounts for annual pass holders!

More Disney Halloween info from some of
my mom blogger friends:

Here's a Treat from Jessica at Fresh Angeles


Sneak Peek: Haunted Mansion from Disneyland Scoop

Lisa from Babes in Disneyland has Mickey's Halloween Party Info


Halloween Time at Disney with Bonggamom


Mommymusings about Halloween Time


Darcie from Such The Spot shares her Halloween Time at Disneyland

So You Think You Can Mom Jasmine
Boo!....It's Halloween Time at Disneyland!!!

Event Dates

•October 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22, 26, 29 and 31


Times
•Tuesday Nights: 6:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.

•Fridays and Halloween Night: 7:00 p.m. to 12:00 a.m.


Advance Purchase Ticket Prices*

•$49 Special Discount for These Dates

October 1, 5, 12, 19 and 26



Day-of-Event Ticket Prices*

•$54 If Purchased and Used on These Dates:

October 1, 5, 8, 12, 15, 19, 22 and 26

•$59 If Purchased and Used on These Dates:

October 29 and 31