Angels Family Fun Pack

I'm always on the look out for a good deal and had to share. We love baseball in our family and try to make it to at least one or two games in the summer. The only problem is that it can get a little expensive- Well not to worry- The Angels are offering a Family Fun Pack this summer that is a seriously great deal. The Family Fun Pack is only $39 for a family of four and is good for Upper View seating areas (or also available for $51 in the Lower View Box). The package includes: 4 tickets, 4 hot dogs and 4 small soft drinks. There are several great 2009 Angels' home games to choose from. Family Fun Packs can be purchased at the Angel Stadium of Anaheim Ticket Office and here Sun., July 5 vs. Orioles 12:35 p.m. Wed., July 8 vs. Rangers 7:05 p.m. Sun., July 26 vs. Twins TBA Sun., August 9 vs. Rangers TBA Wed., August 26 vs. Tigers 12:35 p.m. Sun., August 30 vs. A's 12:35 p.m. Wed., September 9 vs. Mariners 7:05 p.m. Sun., September 13 vs. White Sox TBA Sun., September 27 vs. A's 12:35 p.m. Mon., September 28 vs. Rangers 7:05 p.m. INSTRUCTIONS FOR ORDERING A FAMILY FUN PACK 1. Click on the link for the game you wish to attend with your family. The link will open in a new window. 2. Select a quantity of 4 or more from the Quantity drop-down menu for the Family Fun Pack. 3. Select Best Available or choose "Upper View", or "Lower View Box" to get tickets. 4. Click the "Look for Tickets " button. 5. Follow the instructions to complete your purchase.

AMC Theaters Summer MovieCamp

I've been meaning to post this for some time and keep forgetting. I am always looking for a great deal and when a great deal just so happens to support a great cause - it sweetens the deal even more. If you are looking for something to do this summer make sure to check out AMC Theaters Summer MovieCamp. Every Wednesday morning at 10 am from June 17- Aug 5 you can enjoy a fun family flick for only $1.00. The proceeds from admissions and concessions from the Summer MovieCamp will benefit Variety- The Children's Charity and the Will Rogers Institute. It's a fantastic deal and a sure way to keep the kiddos entertained and beat the heat. The best part is that you will be helping two great organizations. Here is the upcoming schedule

June 17: Space Chimps

June 24:Kung Fu Panda

July 1:Madagascar: Escape 2 Africa

July 8: Tale of Desperaux

July 15: Horton Hears a Who

July 22: The Spiderwick Chronicles

July 29: Nim's Island

August 5: Star Wars: The Clone Wars

For additional info click here. To learn more about the Regal Entertainment Group's Free Summer Movie Deal on Tues and Wed mornings -click here

Babysitting and Movie Theaters- A perfect combo!!

If you have kids - you know how hard it can be to catch a flick or have a datenight. Babysitters can be hard to come by and can cost an arm and a leg. I was recently tipped off by my hubby of all people( I think he was dropping major hints that we need a movie night) of two movie theaters that offer in-lobby babysitting/play center. The Harkins Movie Theater Chain offers a play center in the lobby and only a few steps away from your auditorium. The babysitting rate is only $6.00 per child and is for children 3-8 that are potty trained. The staff all have background checks and are CPR certified. There are crafts, games and of course movies!! I know that I can't wait until my son turns 3 and I can enjoy a night at the movies with the hubby knowing that the kids will only be a few feet away from me and that babysitting will not cost me an arm and a leg!! The Harkins Theaters are located in Chino Hills and Moreno Valley. The Chino Hills play center location is open 7 days a week and the Moreno Valley is open Mon, Wed,Fri-Sun. For additional information click here.

Creatively Fun Family Day at the Sawdust Art Festival

I always try to find any excuse to head on over to Laguna Beach. I absolutely love Laguna and the city's renowned Art Festivals. On Saturday the Sawdust Festival will present the Creatively Fun Family Day which sounds like a treat for the whole family . Entrance to the festival allows your kiddos to participate in unlimited hands on art activities!! Some of the activities featured are:

• Ceramics Booth
• Childrens’ Art Spot
• Sawdust Studio plus..
• Painting with Doug Miller
• Recycled Critters with Reem Khalil
• Glass blowing demonstrations with John Barber & Christopher Jeffries!

The Sawdust Art Festival’s, “Creatively Fun Family Day” highlights local performance groups and musicians including: Ghungaroo Indian Dance from Soka University, singer/songwriter Brooke Ramel, and the Laguna Community Concert Band! (more entertainment TBA)

I love great deals and this event is most definitely a good deal. Admission to the Family Day includes unlimited art projects and crafts and is $2.00 for children 5-13 , $4.00 for adults and children under five are of course free. You can also opt for a family four pack for $10.00. So basically for the price of one ticket to your local cineplex- your entire family can enjoy a day of arts and crafts. You can't beat that!!

I'm going to stop in for an hour or two. If you see me there stop by and say hello!!

Date: Saturday, April 18th Time: 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Place: Sawdust Art Festival935 Laguna Canyon RoadLaguna Beach 92651

Metered parking is available along Laguna Canyon Road with complimentary parking on Frontage Road courtesy of the City of Laguna Beach.

psst... I would make a day of it with a stop at main beach and then head for some yummie desert at Scandia Bakery on Forest Avenue. It's a must stop when you visit Laguna!!

For additional information click here

Drive-In theaters in Southern California - Making a comeback

One of my favorite memories from my childhood is going to the drive in with my family. My sisters and I would be stuffed in my dad's truck sharing popcorn and licorice. We would go a couple of times a month and it was always a guaranteed good time. We would stop at our favorite hamburger or taco joint and pick up drive in food. My Drive-In memories are so special and I really want my little ones to be able to make some memories of their own. Unfortunately most of the drive-in theaters across the country and especially in Southern California are gone. They are almost a thing of the past. After doing a little research I discovered that there are a handful of drive-in theaters in operation in So Cal. In fact the local theaters that are still around are making quite a resurgence I think many of us that grew up with the Drive-In's are heading to them in droves to make memories with their own families. I can't wait to take my kiddos to their first drive in and perhaps go on a date with the hubby. I can almost taste it- In-n-Out, homemade treats and a family movie. Sounds good to me!!! Here's a list of local drive-in movie theaters in operation and admission. Enjoy!!! Oh almost forgot if you would like to read more about the Drive-In's that are left and the ones that are now long gone- check out these sites- http://www.socaldriveins.com/ http://www.roadsidepeek.com/roadusa/southwest/california/socal/socaldrivein/index.htm 1.Van Buren Drive-in 3035 Van Buren Blvd., Riverside 951-688-2360 Screens: Three Capacity: 1,500 cars Opened: 1964 Admission: $7, 5-9 $1.00, under 5 free- Cash only http://www.vanburendriveintheatre.com/#/movies/ 2.Rubidoux Drive-in 3770 Opal St., Riverside 951-683-4455 http://www.rubidoux.icyspicy.com/ Screens: Three Capacity: 600 cars Opened: 1948 Admission: $7, kids 5-9 $1.00- under 5 Free- Cash only 3. Mission Tiki Drive-in 4407 State St., Montclair 909-628-0511 http://www.missiontiki.com/ Screens: Four Capacity: 1,885 Opened: 1956 Admission: $7, kids 5-9 $1.00, under 5 free- Cash only 4. Vineland Drive-in 443 N. Vineland Ave, City of Industry 626-961-9262 http://vinelanddriveintheater.com/ Screens: Four Admission: $8.00, kids 5-9 $1.00, under 5 free- Cash only Almost forgot- not only is a visit to the local drive in a fun experience - it's also easy on the wallet with kids either being free or a buck. p.s. Don't forget to enter the Australia Giveaway - you have until Sunday night to enter. Good luck!!