4th of July Family Celebrations in Orange County 2014 | #4thofjuly

Have you started planning yet?  The 4th of July is right around the corner and there are many celebrations going on through out Orange County.  Here is a list of the 4th of July family celebrations for 2014.

Celebrating 4th Of July in Orange County CA via balancingthechaos.com

Since most cities in the O.C. are no longer allowing fireworks, we must travel to see a spectacular show.  Here is a list of what I’ve found to be going on around Orange County:

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In Honor of Father’s Day, Fodada Dad And Me Campaign & Giveaway | @fodadawear

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Since you’ve been following along for some time now, you know that we are quite busy running from dance class to baseball game to softball game with the Hubster’s team or even off to events.  With the hustle and bustle of the day to day, we realize how important it is to get one on one time with the kids. I was recently told about Fodada, who is taking up a crusade to bring dads and their kids closer together with “time”.

Dad and Kids

How often do your kids get one on one time with dad?  In our home, we really make it a point to give each kid the chance to have their time. Whether it’s handsome boy and dad practicing baseball in the front yard, or dad taking the princess to dance class, we make it happen.

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Tickets Now On Sale for Ringling Bros. Barnum and Bailey Circus | @RinglingBros #MOMDiscount

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Ringling Bros. Barnum and Bailey ® Circus is on its way to Southern California and kids of all ages can’t wait!  I know we’re looking forward to the new show, “Legends” that will be in Los Angeles July 9 – Aug 3; Ontario July 18-22 and Anaheim July 25-Aug 3.  Be sure to mark your calendars for this family fun show and get your tickets now!

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This summer Ringling Bros. Barnum and Bailey ® Presents LEGENDS, an all new circus spectacular. This summer, iconic Ringling Bros. stars meet fabled mythological creatures at the place where legends live…The Greatest
Show on Earth®! 

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Pacific Islander Festival 2014 and Discount Ticket | @AquariumPacific

This weekend don’t miss out on the opportunity to experience a little bit of culture at the Pacific Islander Festival June 7 – 8, 2014 at The Aquarium of The Pacific.

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Pacific Islander Festival – 11th Annual

Aquarium Of The Pacific
100 Aquarium Way
Long Beach, CA 90802
Saturday & Sunday, June 7-8, 2014
9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m.

Info/Tickets: 562-590-3100 or www.aquariumofpacific.org

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5th Annual Health And Wellness Fair at Pretend City | @Pretend City

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Each year Pretend City in Irvine puts on their 5th Annual Health And Wellness Fair to promote healthy childhood development.

Pretend City Health Wellness Fair

This year the Good To Go From Head To Toe Family Fun & Wellness Fair is FREE for families and is taking place on Saturday, June 7, 2014 so mark your calendars for this event.

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Simon Kidgits Club Super Duper Lil Chefs Event | @ShopBreaMall @ShopsMV #KidgitsClub

Simon Malls are heating up with some fun “KID” events Saturdays through June 17th.

Lil Chefs

Simon Kidgits Club Super Duper Lil ChefsSM will be making it’s annual appearance at Simon Malls throughout Orange County. Lil Chefs events are being presented at approximately 100 Simon® shopping centers nationwide to get kids learning about the craft of cooking and having fun with food.

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I Spent Mother’s Day with a Baby T-Rex

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If you’re a Mom, or Grandmother, I certainly hope you had a wonderful Mother’s Day, getting to rest and relax just like we all hope we have the opportunity to do.  Me, I had the opportunity to spend part of the day meeting a baby T Rex!

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For Mother’s Day, we were invited to the Discovery Science Center in Santa Ana to get a first hand sneak peak at the upcoming show, Walking With Dinosaurs.

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May Fun & Rock Stars at Pretend City | @PretendCity

This May, Pretend City Children’s Museum is inviting youngsters to party like rock stars as they “Rock the City!” Give them a stage, and they’ll give you a performance of a lifetime. All future rock stars are invited to wear the wildest costumes, play the coolest instruments, and perform at the hottest venue in Orange County: the Pretend City Children’s Museum Amphitheater! Through interactive performances, special guest appearances, and special programming, Pretend City explores what it takes to put on a rockin’ good show.

Entering Pretend City

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Open House & Family Fun Day at The Center For Autism

You’re invited!!! The Center for Autism & Neurodevelopmental Disorders has a brand new 21,000 square-foot facility in Santa Ana.  The newly renovated space now offers a wide variety of treatment options for families, including ABA, social skills classes, psychology, psychiatry, occupational therapy, physical therapy, speech and language therapy, and a wellness program all in one convenient location.

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On Saturday, May 10, 2014 from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m., members of the community are welcome to come tour The Center, meet the team, learn about the services offered and have some fun.

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Rancho Days Fiesta May 4, 2014 | @OCParks

Do you know what it was like to live in California in the mid 19th Century?  Now you can get an idea of what it was like at the Rancho Days Fiesta at Heritage Hill Historical Park on Sunday, May 4.

Rancho Fiesta Days Ladera Ranch

Guests will have to opportunity to experience the sights and sounds of the past through music, dance, crafts, food and first-person re-enactors.

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You’re Invited to Indulge, A Stylish Treat for Mothers At Brea Mall May 8, 2014 | @ShopBreaMall

Sponsored PostHey MOMS! You need a night out – so why not plan to meet me for Indulge: A Stylish Treat for Mothers at Brea Mall on Thursday, May 8th?

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Indulge will be a stylish treat for moms from 5 p.m. to 7 p.m. in Center Court, Brea Mall. We’ll be celebrating motherhood in style with refreshments, entertainment and fashion and beauty services. You deserve a little “ME” time, so come on over and join in on the fun.

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