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Looks like the weather is turning again, and with cloudy sky’s and rain in the forecast, we will be back inside to play. Thankfully we’ve been introduced to Pacific Play Tents, who bring fantasy and imagination together with award winning tents, tunnels, parachutes and play houses that promote did play, getting them off their electronics …

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I am a Stay At Home Mom of two, wife to a High School Teacher/Coach in the OC. Now that the kids are getting older, we're trying to find balance amongst our busy schedules while sharing adventures thru Orange County and Beyond.

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Halloween Horror Nights at Universal Studios Hollywood returns September 7th with bone-chilling scare zones, The Terror Tram, and 8 terrifying haunted houses.
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The Segerstrom Center for the Arts invites you to relive a cult classic phenomenon like never before. Grab your fellow wild and untamed things and join us on the Julianne and George Argyros Plaza for a movie screening of The Rocky Horror Picture Show. Kicking off the night’s festivities, Orange County’s Queen of Halloween, Miss Clair Voyance, and her sinister drag sisters return to showcase their highly anticipated “Hallo-Queen Spook-tacular!” drag show featuring everyone’s favorite villainous characters.It’s not easy having a good time! Dress up, sing along, and come prepared to shout out all your favorite movie lines with the crowd. The first 200 guests to arrive will receive prop bags that follow the film’s antics to make for an exciting immersive experience.All seating is reserved on a first-come, first-served basis starting at 6:00 PM when doors open. Attendees should plan to bring their own folding chairs as these will not be provided by the Center. Refreshments, food & sweet treats will be available to purchase courtesy of George’s Café and our onsite food trucks: Dragon Dogs & Cali Delights. Attendees are welcome to bring their own refreshments and picnics but outside alcohol, glass containers, tables, barbecues, and food preparation will not be permitted on the Plaza. Audience Advisory: The Rocky Horror Picture Show contains some scenes and language that may not be suitable for younger audience members, including scenes of a sexual nature. We encourage patrons to consider these factors when making their decision about attending the performance.Event Schedule:6:00 PM – Doors Open7:00 PM – “Hallo-Queen Spook-tacular” drag pre-show8:00 PM – Rocky Horror Picture Show (run time: 1 hour 38 minutes)#SCFTA #SegerstromArts #rockyhorrorpictureshow ... See MoreSee Less

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Over the Thanksgiving weekend, since we were in L Over the Thanksgiving weekend, since we were in Las Vegas visiting family, we all decided to check out The Sphere. If you have been to the strip recently, you've probably seen the huge dome not too far from the Venetian Hotel & Casino.

The Sphere is futuristic entertainment, powered by cutting-edge technologies that transport audiences to places both real and imagined. It recently opened in September 2023 and kicked off with hosting U2, which is rumored to return in December. We were able to see "Postcard From Earth", a sci-fi story combined with the evolution of our planet and human impact.

The Sphere Experience starts with Aura, a real-life humanoid robot, in which guests can interact and ask questions. You are also invited to partake in a free video avatar experience which places you into a short video snippet of your choosing that will be emailed back to you.

Some pointers if you are visiting the Sphere experience:

Get your tickets online

Parking is available at the Howard Hughes parking lots around the Sphere and can be purchased in advance by Ticketmaster.

You can also access the Sphere through the Venetian - you can park there as well.

It is a lot of walking so bring comfortable shoes.

There is a bag policy: small clutches, purses, and fanny packs that are no larger than approximately 6 in. x 6 in. x 2 in

The Sphere is a cashless experience.

Food, snacks, and beverages are available for purchase

Only outside plastic water bottles will be permitted

There is ADA entrance and seating.

The Postcard from Earth runs about 50 minutes 

#SphereVegas #VegasSphere
Thanksgiving, Vegas style, with breakfast at the R Thanksgiving, Vegas style, with breakfast at the Rampart Casino at Earl Grey, then a delicious buffet dinner followed by a little luck at the craps table. Finishing off the evening putting together a puzzle with the entire fam.
Ready to fill your belly? The culinary crew Knott' Ready to fill your belly? The culinary crew Knott's Merry Farm has created a new menu specifically for the holidays.

Try the Garlic Yruffle Mayo and Mushroom Burger from Coasters, Santa's Pulled Pork & Onion Pizza or Rudolph's Chicken, Artichoke, & Spinach Dip Pizza from the Pro Shop Pizzeria or the French Onion Beef Dip Tater Tots with Gruyere from Calico Tater Bites for a delicious main course. And you won't want to miss out on the Got To Have It -Turkey Ball over mashed potatoes and green beans.

Then, if you have room, desserts are a plenty all over the park from German Chocolate Funnel Cakes, to specialty cakes and cupcakes cookies and the Yuletide Bytfer Pecan Cookie Crazy Milk Shake.

Merry Farm is part of Knott's Berry Farm's annual events and is included with the regular price of admission. Visit regularly with an All Season Pass and enjoy the numerous seasons of fun Knott's offers.

#knottsambassador #merryfarm #knottsmerryfarm #merryfarmfoods #merrychristmas #holidayseasonatKnotts #knottsfoodies #thingsIeatatknotts #dinnertime #lunchtime #amusementparkfoods.
The holidays are here, and it is the perfect time The holidays are here, and it is the perfect time to check out the all-new interactive holiday light experience, Imaginarium Fairplex at the Fairplex in Pomona. 

We had the opportunity to check out the Imaginarium in Pomona and had a great time. As soon as we walked in, there was a pirate/high wire show taking place. We also saw a hula hoopist and an acrobatic artist, 9 years old, who did a performance with a floating ring.

There is an area with about 15 different backdrops for photo opportunities right when you walk in. We picked our favorites to take Instagramable photos. Then we walked the 1.5 miles packed with millions of lights, roamed through the dazzling rose garden, shining brightly with over 35,000 LED roses. Then, we ventured deeper into the enchanted forest, where we came face to face with 25 colossal storybook creatures, each aglow in a spectacular cascade of lights. Several of the areas had synchronized music and light shows, colorful tunnels to walk and take photos through. 

We were a little hungry, so we even stopped for a bite to eat and sat next to some of the beautiful light displays. 

Imaginarium will be open for the public for a limited time through the holiday season from Friday, Nov. 17 through Sunday, Jan. 7, 2024, and will be presented from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. daily. Tickets start at $19 and increase depending on the day and time. 

#Imaginarium #PomonaFairplex #LightDisplay #lightinstallment #holidays #walkthroughdisplay #holidaylights #hostedevent ImaginariumFairplex.
It's time! The most festive season is back at Knot It's time! The most festive season is back at Knott's Berry Farm. It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas at Knott’s Merry Farm. The park had transformed into a dazzling winter wonderland featuring a landscape of thousands of twinkling lights and miles of beautiful garland. The Snow and Glow experience fills the buildings and paths with thousands of lights dancing to the beat of Christmas music while “snow” gently falls throughout Ghost Town

New for guests this year, Knott’s melodrama company presents a reimagined Charles Dickens classic, A Calico Christmas Carol. The Bird Cage Theatre will also present the heartwarming Knott's version of O. Henry's classic tale of love and sacrifice, The Gift of the Magi. 

Wander the streets of Calico to shop Knott’s Christmas Crafts Village for unique holiday gifts.

Over at the Walter Knott Theater, Snoopy and the Peanuts gang take to the ice in Snoopy's Night Before Christmas. 

Be sure to stop at The Wilderness Dance Hall, known as Santa's Christmas Cabin during the holiday season, where the entire family can create fond memories by taking photos with Santa Claus and his friends. 

 The Merry Farm experience is included with the price of admission to Knott’s Berry Farm. The best way to share all of the seasons of fun at Knott's with loved ones by gifting a 2024 Season Pass. It is a great gift that includes year round fun.

#merryfarm #knottsmerryfarm #knottsberryfarm #knottsambassador #merryfarmamvassador #celebratetheholidays #seasonsoffun #itstime #Christmas #christmastime #Santa #santascabin #visitbuenapark
Craving Mahi Mahi? Last night we stopped in at our Craving Mahi Mahi? Last night we stopped in at our local California Fish Grill. Sustainably sourced Mahi Mahi has finally returned to their menu after 2 years. AD

Three healthier, mouthwatering, Mahi Mahi dishes are now available: Mahi Mahi Tacos, the Cali Bowl, and the Grilled Fish Plate. 

The Mahi Mahi Grill Plate features Wild-caught mahi, regular or petite, with the choice of sauces and two sides.

The Mahi Taco Combo Cali-Style is two grilled mahi tacos with cilantro-lime slaw, tomatoes, pickled onions topped Cali-Style with sliced avocado, corn salsa and chipotle aioli served with rice, beans and soft drink. Quite delicious!

The Mahi Bowl Cali-Style is a tasty bowl of grilled mahi on a base of rice and beans with diced chilis, cilantro-lime slaw, pickled onions and topped Cali-Style with Sliced avocado, corn salsa and chipotle aioli. This was my favorite.

With an unwavering dedication to responsible sourcing, California Fish Grill  identified sources from the pristine waters of Costa Rica and Peru and partnered with fisheries that align with the company’s mission of sustainability in order to reintroduce this popular seafood. Therefore, now is the time to drop into your local California Fish Grill and try these delicious entrées. 

#CFGSustainableMahi #CaliforniaFishGrill #CFGPartner #sustainableseafood #mahiisback @californiafishgrill
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SongsGiving 2023 #songsgiving #CHSSong #chsspirits SongsGiving 2023
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Friday Night Lights! Loving this football season. Friday Night Lights!
Loving this football season. 
#chssong #cypressspiritsquad #cypressfootball
This week, I met my girlfriends at @avilaselranch This week, I met my girlfriends at @avilaselranchito in Lake Forest. This family owned chain of restaurants offers delicious Mexican cuisine throughout Orange County, California. #avilaspartner

We visited the beautiful Lake Forest location, and met the owner, Nathalie, a 3rd generation Avila family member. She has put her heart and soul into this gorgeous location that boasts a warm and cozy waiting area at this popular location. While you wait, the walls are adorned with colorful artwork and sculptures to admire.

As we entered the restaurant, the staff was so welcoming as they guided us to our table. Again, I was in awe of so many wonderful pieces of art throughout the space.

The cocktails are a plenty at Avila's, and the black margarita is my ultimate favorite, made of Blanco Tequila (Butterfly Cannon), Orange Liqueur, Skinny Mix, and activated charcoal.

We enjoyed watching one of the waiters make us tableside guacamole as we pondered our selections.

We decided on a family-style lunch and shared the starters which included the Fiesta Botana platter what was overflowing with variety of proteins from shrimp to carnitas and ceviche.

For lunch we shared albondigas soup, fajita salad, fish Tacos, and shrimp and carnitas fajitas. Everything was so fresh and full of flavor.

To finish off a fantastic lunch, we ended with flan and a churro sundae.

If you have not yet visited any of the Avila's locations, it is a must. They offer lunch and evening specials as well as a Taco Tuesday.

#avilaselranchito #margarita #blackmargarita #avilaselranchito #halloween #mexicanfood #cocktails #cocktailsofinstagram #avilaslakeforest
Monster Jam is heading back to Orange County this Monster Jam is heading back to Orange County this November with the Monster Jam Superstar Challenge. On November 11th, 16 giant monster trucks will take over Anaheim Stadium in the only Monster Jam® event of the year where two teams of superstars face off for bragging rights! Racing, Freestyle and Best Trick competitions are all rolled into one action-packed day. Don’t miss the high-octane fun! 

The Monster Jam Superstar Challenge will have a unique theme for competing teams. The trucks will be split into two teams: Team Nitro vs. Team Neon. 

The Team Nitro captain will be Bari Musawwir and he has selected Armando Castro (El Toro Loco®) as the first competitor for Team Nitro. 

The Team Neon captain is Krysten Anderson and she has selected two-time Monster Jam World Finals champion Todd LeDuc (Megalodon®) as the first competitor for Team Neon.  

Tickets On Sale Now for this Epic One Day Event: Saturday, November 11th. The Pit Party is from 12:00pm to 4:30pm and is the perfect opportunity for photos with your favorite Monster Jam trucks and drivers. Then the main event takes off at 5:30pm. Tickets and Pit Passes are now available for purchase online at Ticketmaster.com 

#monsterjam #superstarchallenge #monstertrucks #angelsstadium #anaheimstadium #teamnitro #teamneon #ticketsavailablenow 
#monsterjampartner
Wondeeing about what to do in Southern California? Wondeeing about what to do in Southern California? I am so excited to share that one of my gorgeous friends has published a great travel guide for her top 100 Things to Do in Anaheim Before You Die. Melanie Walsh of @clementinecounty shares her favorite hot spots in and around Anaheim, CA.

A hint of what her book has to offer includes taking a stroll through The Packing House, the historic citrus packing plant turned artisan food hall or raise a glass on your beer-cation with award-winning craft breweries like Brewery X, The Bruery Tasting Room, and Radiant Beer Co. Snap photos at Requiem Cafe, an immersive video-game themed coffee shop and then take to the skies with a virtual flight simulation at Flightdeck Air Combat Center. Cheer on the home team with two major league sports teams, but stay out of the gutter at Splitsville, a swanky retro bowling alley.

100 Things to Do in Anaheim Before You Die gives visitors and locals a comprehensive look at the best the city has to offer, including itineraries and seasonal selections and is available for purchase through Amazon.

#100ThingsAnaheim #ClementineCounty #MelanieWalsh
What's the best way to celebrate a birthday? A TAC What's the best way to celebrate a birthday? A TACO park day with your friends!! (AD)

Rubio’s Coastal Grill is giving away free tacos on National Taco Day, Wednesday, October 4. Choose any à la carte taco on the menu to receive FREE with a purchase. Even Rubio’s most popular tacos – the Original Fish Taco, Salsa Verde Shrimp Taco, Grilled Gourmet Chicken Taco plus the Fish Taco Battle Winner – the Coconut Shrimp with Mango Salsa Taco – are all options to enjoy for free on National Taco Day.
 
To get a free taco, use code TACO when ordering on the app or online, or scan the coupon (rubios.com/coupons/taco-day) at the register at any of Rubio’s participating locations.

#NATIONALTACODAY #RubiosCoastalGrill #rubios #Rubinstwiceaweek @rubioscoastalgrill #birthdaycelebration #celebrate
Over the weekend we went with most of the Song fri Over the weekend we went with most of the Song friends to Scary Farm for some creepy team bonding. It was a blast, and I totally recommend the Boo-Fet before the event opens. Early Access to 4 mazes, a variety of food, meet and greet with the scare actors and an All Season drink cup. It was the best way to visit all 10 mazes, scare zones, The Hanging and a few rises.

#scaryfarm50 #scaryfarm #knottsscaryfarm #spookyseason #halloweenfun #teambonding #CHSSong #chssongies #songleaders #spiritsquad #screamsquad #scaryfun
💙🧡 Love my Songie 🧡💙 #chssong #song le 💙🧡 Love my Songie 🧡💙
#chssong #song leader #spirits quad
When at Knott's Berry Farm, check out Casa Califor When at Knott's Berry Farm, check out Casa California in Fiesta Village. Build your own burritos or bowls with your choice of meats, beans and cheeses. Best part is that it is also on the All Season Dining Plan. 

One thing to note. All Season Dining Plans are NOT valid during the Scary Farm event.

#knottsberryfarm #scaryfarm50 #knottsspookyfarm #alllseasondining #casacalifornia
It's National Son's Day. So incredibly proud of th It's National Son's Day. So incredibly proud of this young man. He is sweet, kind, thoughtful, silly, and the best hugger ever.
#NationalSonsDay #lovely boy #sonsday #mamasboy
These guys are in the middle of their drivers ed c These guys are in the middle of their drivers ed courses, so we thought it was a great idea to give them the opportunity to push the speed limits at K1 Speed in Anaheim. Also a great way to celebrate turning 16. 
@k1speed #k1speedanaheim
Remembering this delicious meal from @lucilles_bbq Remembering this delicious meal from @lucilles_bbq. Fantastic Tri Tip Salad and a Grilled Salmon with Brussel Sprouts. 
#lucilles #getinmybelly #droolworthy #dinnertime
It's National Daughter Day, and I can't miss out o It's National Daughter Day, and I can't miss out on an opportunity to share my love for this little lady. I am so proud of my mini me, my little bestie, my gorgeous girl, who completes our family. Dad and I love you kiddo.
#nationaldaughtersday #minime #mygirl #bestie #daughtersday
The fog has finally rolled in on Knott’s Berry F The fog has finally rolled in on Knott’s Berry Farm. On this 50th year of Knott’s Scary Farm, the theme park celebrated the opening of haunt season on September 21 and runs through October 31, for a total of 29 terrifying nights. 

The creepy fun started in 1973 as a fun three-day Halloween Haunt. Today, 50 years later, Knott's Scary Farm is Southern California's longest-running and most haunting Halloween theme park event. With five decades of never-ending nightmares, unimaginable scares, and innovative thrills, Knott's Scary Farm has left no tomb unearthed, no crypt unrattled, and no fear untouched.

This year,  there is nowhere to hide as hair-raising scares loom around every turn. The terrifying mazes are:

Cinema Slasher – 2023
The Chilling Chambers – 2023
Room 13 – 2023
Bloodline 1842 -2022
The Grimoire – 2022
Mesmer: Sideshow of the Mind – 2021
Wax Works – 2019
Origins – 2019
The Depths – 2018
Dark Entities – 2018

Knott's Scary Farm is far more than a collection of haunted attractions. Every night monsters take over the streets and turn theme-park midways into murderous scare zones. From the world-famous Ghost Town Streets to the Boardwalk area filled with evil clowns, there's nowhere to hide in Knott's Scary Farm scare zones:

The Gauntlet – 2023
Gore-ing 20’s – 2021
CARNEVIL – 2021
Forsaken Lake 2018
Ghost Town Streets – 1973

There is also a gruesome lineup of grewsome shows:

Dr. Cleaver Returns
Music, Monsters & Mayhem
Le Magnifique Carnaval du Grotesque
And the return of the beloved show, The Hanging: Uncancelled

Knott's Scary Farm has welcomed millions of visitors for 50 years of never-ending nightmares and has become an institution in the Southern California theme park landscape. The infamous Halloween event is open 7:00 pm – 2:00 am on Fridays and Saturdays and 7:00 pm – 1:00 am on select Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Sundays. 

There are many ticket options available and the event is recommended for ages 13 and up. Knott's Berry Farm has a chaperone policy in effect for Scary Farm event nights. See their website for details.

#caryfarm50 #scaryfarm #knottsscaryfarm #halloweenhaunt #halloween #knottsberryfarm #knotts #KnottsAmbassador
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