Our Croods DVD PJ Party Night | @FHEInsiders @TheCroodsFilm

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If you have been following along, you may have seen that with the upcoming release of Croods on DVD, October 1st, we decided to celebrate the event with a Croods DVD PJ Party.

Croods Party Pack

As a Fox Home Entertainment Insider, I had the amazing opportunity to host a sponsored party with some of our school and blogger friends!  If you’re as excited as we are about the movie, you may just want to host a party for yourself!  Check out my party planning brain storming here: Croods DVD PJ Party Planning.

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Win Tickets To The Pumpkin Train | @OrangEmpireRail #PumpkinTrain

Pumpkin Train is a Fall tradition not to be missed at Orange Empire Railway Museum in Perris.

Pumpkin Train

On Oct. 12 and Oct. 13, ride the Pumpkin Train to the pumpkin patch where you can pick out and decorate your own pumpkin. Then ride the train back to the museum for more fun activities.  If your little one loves trains, this is a “not to miss event”.

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Vampires Will Be Taking Over Legoland October 4th | @LEGOLAND_CA

Toddler Trails DisclosureThis Friday, Legoland California resort is inviting children and their parents to break a world record for the largest gathering of people dressed as vampires. Legoland Park is kicking off this year’s “Brick or Treat” celebration presented by Shutterfly on October 4 with another attempt at the world record.

Brick or Treat

LEGOLAND California’s Brick-or-Treat is San Diego’s largest kids Halloween celebration.  Every weekend in October (Oct. 5 & 6,12 & 13, 19 & 20, 26 and 27), children 12 and under can trick-or-treat on the new ten-station Brick-or-Treat trail gathering goodies, tasty treats and other surprises. 

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2013 Orange County Pumpkin Patch Directory | #PumpkinPatch #Halloween

Can’t believe it’s already my favorite time of the year. The time where you can feel the seasons change, when the colors of the trees indicate Fall, the beginning of the onslaught of holidays, sweet treats and family visits. Halloween marks the start of this festive season, with ghouls, goblins and pumpkins.  And you’re sure to have fun this season at one of the following pumpkin patches around Orange County.

Pumpkin Patch Fun

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From land to sea, Strictly Sail Long Beach is the Place for Families to Be! | @SSailLongBeach

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Living in Southern California, water sports are a great way for family together time. Progressive Insurance Strictly Sail Long Beach returns to Rainbow Harbor, on Thursday, October 24 to Sunday, October 27th, offering families a chance to explore the fun of sailing and the boating lifestyle.

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What is there to do?  Families can play on the water!  Learn to sail on a small sailboat, a small sabot, and kayak or paddle board.   Bring the kids for an afternoon of “fun in the sun” with activities geared for all ages and skill level.  And, kids under 15 are FREE (with paid adult ticket).

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Get Ready For A Frightful Evening at Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor | @QMDarkHarbor

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Halloween is coming!  You’re probably already out shopping for some spooktacular costumes for  your little ones, but what about you?  Queen Mary’s Dark Harbor returns for 17 terrifying nights this Oct. 3 with a sinister new circus themed maze, horrifying freak shows and more.

Queen Mary's Dark Harbor

Experience thrills and chills in mazes so daunting you’ll sell your soul for a chance to survive. This year, the Captain celebrates Dark Harbor by raising a circus of horrific spirits, malevolent circus entertainers and other unfortunates.

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Tips On Helping Youngsters Feel Comfortable Visiting The Elderly

In the last year, my grandmother moved into a lovely assisted living facility not too far away.  I try to visit her regularly so she can get out, do a little shopping or visit while out at lunch. Occasionally, I bring my little ones to visit and help their Great Grandmother with her errands, but we usually don’t stay long at the facility.  In the beginning, like most toddlers, they were a little uncomfortable in that environment.

With Grandma

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A Memorable Afternoon of Tea Parties & Tiaras with Casey’s Cupcakes | @Caseys_Cupcakes

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Having a “Girly Girl” in the house, we’re usually off playing dollies or tea party, so last week, we were “over the moon” excited to be invited to a Tea Party at Casey’s Cupcakes.  

Caseys Cupcakes Menu

Casey is well known for her delightfully delicious cupcakes that became famous due to her win on  the Food Network’s “Cupcake Wars” in 2011 with her four winning flavors: white chocolate cherry, white Russian, chili chocolate and lavender.  

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Croods Is Coming To DVD on October 1st and We’re Celebrating With A Party & Giveaway | @FHEInsiders #TheCroodsDVD

Have you heard?  The First Family is coming home on DVD October 1st. In celebration of the arrival of CROODS, we’re planning a pajama party with friends!

Croods

You know me, I love celebrating and getting friends together. Party planning seems to be my forte.  And with the help of Fox Home Insiders, I think we’ve got all the bases covered!!!

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