Discovery Cube: Bugs Invade! Spooky Science Exhibit | #BugsInvade @DiscoveryCube #SpookyScience

We attended a media preview. All opinions are our own. Do bugs creep you out? This month Discovery Cube has been taken over by GIANT bugs for Spooky Science! Explore bugs of all colors and sizes as they invade the center. Not big enough for you? Look for these magnifying glasses to get a closer look. BUG INVASION IN 3D My favorite was running through the Bug Invasion Maze in 3D! We counted mosquitoes, searched for numbers, all the while bugs are crawling around us. It was a pretty cool experience! The bug invasion at Discovery Cube is not only educational, it’s a fun way of learning about these creepy … READ MORE >>

GIVEAWAY/PRINTABLES: Mr. Peabody & Sherman Now on Blu-ray/DVD! #PeabodyInsiders

DreamWorks’ MR. PEABODY AND SHERMAN is now on Blu-ray/DVD! Imagine being back in your school days – if there was a time machine that can take you anywhere in time to enrich your learning BEFORE exam day, wouldn’t that be pretty awesome?! MR. PEABODY AND SHERMAN is based upon the beloved characters that first appeared in in the late 1950s and early 1960s animated television series “Rocky and His Friends” and “The Bullwinkle Show,” produced by Jay Ward. Mr. Peabody – the dog – is an inventor, scientist and genius along with his human son Sherman, will race against time to repair history and save the future.The movie features four … READ MORE >>

Segerstrom Center: Manxmouse – The Mouse Who Knew No Fear (October 18-19) | @SegerstromArts #SCFTA

Segerstrom Center: Manxmouse – Illustration by Ceseli Josephus Jitta Do you want to introduce your children to the magical world of theater? Here is your chance. Manxmouse: The Mouse Who Knew No Fear is coming to the Segerstroms Center for the Arts October 18-19th! This play from Netherlands’ Theatergroep Kwatta is based on the book by Paul Gallico and tells the story of a lovable mouse who has big ears, bright blue fur, no tail, and no fear. Manxmouse inspires confidence and bravery as he encounters tigers, hawks, terrified elephants, fearsome foxes, and scheming pet shop owners. He sets out on an exciting adventure to meet his fate… the Manx … READ MORE >>

CATALINA ISLAND: Sample 2-Day Itinerary with Kids

Welcome to Part II of our Santa Catalina Island Adventures! We just got back from an eventful getaway exploring the beautiful Avalon, California. We were super active and loved every minute. Here’s how you too can maximize two-full days in Catalina with children. SAMPLE 2 – Day Itinerary with Kids! Note: We departed from Downtown Long Beach with Catalina Express. This is written from our personal experiences and for entertainment purposes only. Activity times are accurate at time of publishing and could change without notice. Please check ahead for most updated information. *Note: This time will vary depending on what port you depart from. DAY ONE 7:30 am* … Arrive … READ MORE >>

Family Dining: Hermosa Beach Fish Shop | @HBFishShop

We received menu samplings. All opinions are our own. A few weeks ago, the family and I drove up to Hermosa Beach for some shopping and walks on the beach before dinner plans at Hermosa Beach Fish Shop. The first thing we notice is this large outdoor menu located right before you enter the restaurant. It’s pretty self-explanatory. Start at the top, choose your fish, then choose your marinade. Marinades to choose from are: blackened seasoning, chipotle, their house seasoning (highly recommended btw), garlic butter, lemon butter, salt and pepper, plain, and teriyaki sauce. We then realize after we placed our order that it’s to help the flow of the … READ MORE >>

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