Netflix Celebrates Siblings in April! #StreamTeam

Believe it or not, siblings really can get along. They play together, they cuddle, and they get sad when one of them is gone for too long. But when it comes to agreeing on something to watch, they can go from love to loathe in a matter of minutes. We want siblings everywhere (of all ages) to get along famously, no matter their differences in show tastes. That’s why Netflix has created Netflix Sibling Playlists to honor National Siblings Day (April 10th). During the month of April, kids can choose from playlists such as the “Tale of Two Distant Ages” to “Sugar and Spice” and more, offering something for every sibling squad to watch and enjoy together.

We’re certainly no stranger to the way siblings get along in our house, which is why we’ve picked some of our favorite Netflix shows and playlists t0 share with you. Read on to see some of the great “Sibling Playlists” Netflix has to offer, and a sample of the great shows and movies that are available on the site this month!

A Tale of Two Distant Ages

Fret no longer, this playlist caters to both your 5-year-old AND your 14-year-old. Click here for the full collection.

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Sugar and Spice

One kid’s sassy, the other one’s sweet. Click here for the full collection.

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Meet in the Middle

Deciding on a genre is the hardest when it comes to watching together. From comedy to action, this playlist includes titles that have a little bit of everything for everyone. Click here for the full collection.

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Must-Watch TV

Whether long distance or right next door, these days, adult siblings are also bonding over what they’re watching. Difference is you’re no longer fighting over the remote and are instead championing your favorite Netflix title to get your brother or sister hooked on the same shows. Here are a few that are sure to win you some big-time street cred. Click here for the full collection.

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Still Can’t Decide?

Since we know getting a collective answer can be easier said than done, Netflix has created an iconic fortune teller to help your family decide what to watch next. Even better, create your own.

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1. Pick a color on the top four flaps and spell out the letters (e.g. B-L-U-E) while alternating a pinching and pulling motion with the teller to reveal a set of four numbers.
2. Pick a number and move the fortune teller the corresponding number of times, revealing a second set of four numbers.
3. Choose a genre and open the flap to reveal what’s up next on Netflix.

New on Netflix for Kids, Tweens, Teens and Families:

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Lost & Found Music Studios: Season 1 (4/1)

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Kong: King of the Apes: Season 1 (4/15)

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Girl Meets World: Season 2 (4/10)

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Danger Mouse: Season 1 (4/29)

Community Coffee Company Honors the Military With Free Coffee!

Military Awareness Month Community Coffee Company’s Military Match communitycoffeeEvery person I know either has someone in the military or knows someone who is serving in the military. Military Awareness Month is here and with saying that I would love to  introduce you to Community Coffee Company. They have been giving back to our troops for over a decade. Community Coffee Company’s Military Match program has helped Americans across the country send more than 4.2 million cups of coffee to active-duty personnel worldwide. When customers purchase 4 bags or boxes of Community® coffee online, the company doubles each order, donates a Signature Military Mug and sends them to any APO/FPO address provided.

Around here, we love our coffee. Every morning begins with the aroma of delicious K-Cups filling our favorite mugs with goodness. You can help the troops by buying ground coffee or single-serve K-Cups. The best part is that the coffee is delicious and the choices are many. There is a flavor for everyone! Recently our family was invited to test out Community Coffee and loved it! I’m sure you will, too! As for giving back to our troops, who can resist?

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How It Works:

STEP 1:
BUY 4 – Buy your favorite Military Match Set of four 12 oz., 16 oz., or Single-Serve 18 ct. coffees.

STEP 2:
GET 4 FREE – We’ll match your purchase with an additional four items, and send all eight items to the APO/FPO or military base address you provide.

STEP 3:
A FREE MUG! – We’ll even include our Signature Military Mug with your shipment.

GIVEAWAY: We are super excited to be able to partner with Community Coffee Company to offer one lucky 3decades3kids reader THREE boxes of K-Cups or coffee bags of your choice. Giveaway ends May 15, 2016 at 11:59pm. Winner will be contacted May 16th. USA/18+ only. Thank you and good luck.

1. Enter by retweeting the message below: https://twitter.com/3decades3kids/status/726074157847437314

2. If you don’t have twitter- Leave a comment about Community Coffee on our fb page: https://www.facebook.com/3decades3kids/

3. Like and Comment on the Community Coffee Instagram pic: https://www.instagram.com/p/BEyfzMHIJ-Y/?taken-by=3decades3kids

Disclosure: Diane Sullivan/3decades3kids is a Community Coffee blog. All opinions are that of Diane and do not reflect the opinion of the parent company. Sample products provided in order to facilitate this review. Contact me at Diane@3decades3kids.net and @3decades3kids across all social media platforms.
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Chaos Caught on Video: The Joker Takes First Test Run @sfgradventure #SummerMustDo

Chaos Caught on Video: The Joker Takes First Test RunjokerWho’s ready? I know our family cannot wait for this one! Six Flags Great Adventure Plans to Debut Insane 4D, Free-Fly Coaster Memorial Day Weekend! Six Flags Great Adventure’s insane, new 4D, free-fly coaster The Joker took its first test run late afternoon Wednesday. The flawless run was captured by on-board video. The coaster’s first riders were water-filled, plastic dummies that simulate the weight and proportions of human thrill seekers. A dummy named “Harry” captured point-of-view video of the ride from a chest-mounted GoPro camera.    

PHOTO Harry with GoProAfter being lifted straight up a 12-story, 90-degree hill, The Joker will wreak havoc as riders flip head-over-heels at least six times along the seemingly weightless journey. Thrill seekers will experience exhilarating leaps and dives along a horizontal plane, along with unexpected drops as they tumble from one level to the next. The wing seats amp up the pandemonium since riders will experience all of this chaos with no track above or below ─ just the sky, ground and adjacent Great Lake churning around them.joker1During the next month, engineers will fine-tune the ride control system and complete extensive testing, followed by a series of inspections and certification by New Jersey ride inspectors. The coaster is expected to debut Memorial Day weekend. The Joker is the second 4D, free-fly coaster of its kind anywhere in the world. For more information about the 2016 season at Six Flags Great Adventure, visit www.sixflags.com/greatadventure

Disclosure: Diane Sullivan/3decades3kids is a Six Flags Great Adventure partner blog. All opinions are that of Diane and completely honest. They do not in any way reflect the opinion of the parent company represented. No compensation was given for this post. Information provided by Six Flags. This post is part of our #SummerHotSpots series. Contact me at Diane@3decades3kids.net and @3decades3kids across all social media platforms except Snapchat where we are ThreeDecades.

The Ride! An NYC Must Do! @TheRideNYC #SummerMustDo

The Ride! An NYC Must Do! @TheRideNYCtheridenycIf you are in the NYC area, living or visiting, be sure to add The Ride to your must do list! You will not regret this fun interactive treat to your senses. Sure, we have all been on tour buses before. This is definitely not your usual tour bus. It’s a show on wheels and a one of a kind experience for your friends and family to enjoy together. theride1

theride3The Ride bus has a few rows of seats all facing the side of the bus. No one faces the front like in a regular bus, you face the sidewalk, it’s super fun and has a million surprises. There is stadium style, side facing seating with a panoramic view! You will not need to stretch your neck in order to see since there are floor to ceiling glass windows. Our family did not know what to expect as we boarded this unique vehicle. Speaking of the bus, it’s a multi-million dollar custom built vehicle. Our seventy five minutes of interactive fun also gave us a glimpse of Midtown Manhattan and Times Square.  The Ride comes complete with not one, but two hosts that will keep you laughing the entire time- Did I mention that The Ride(the bus) actually is part of the entertainment? It talks, laughs and bounces along to the fun.

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You will definitely have to keep your eyes peeled because along the way you will encounter five to seven street performances that will interact with The Ride, the hosts, and the people on board! If you listen closely you may even hear your own name or the names of your friends. If you are celebrating a birthday or special occasion be sure to mention it to the hostesses.  There will also be trivia, karaoke and more fun than you can ever imagine. Think Broadway combined with a comedy show and city tour, that’s kind of what is happening during The Ride. The advanced audio and visual technology is something that will just enhance the trip. There are over three thousand L.E.D. lights, Plasma TV screens, and surround sound! Honestly, this is something you have to be a part of to believe it. As for views- one word- incredible! There was even a giveaway on The Ride. Emily happen to be the winner of an awesome pair of themed sunglasses. TheRideAs if the entire experience did not keep us entertained enough, The Ride ends with the entire group of newly made friends singing New York, New York! If you have a chance to be a part of The Ride, do not let it pass you by. Since our ride they have added specialty rides based on holidays and other themes during different months of the year. You can check out all things including times and pricing for The Ride right here: http://theridenyc.com See on The Ride, or on the street! The Ride definitely summons a crowd of waving fans as it passes through the streets of New York City!

 

 

 Check out our fun video of a bit of a sneak peek of our fun time on The Ride! Laugh, Joke, Sing, and just Enjoy The Ride!

Disclosure: Diane Sullivan/3decades3kids is a The Ride partner blog. All opinions are that of Diane and are completely honest. They do not reflect the opinions of the parent company represented in this post. No compensation was given for this post. Complimentary passes were provided in order to facilitate this review. Our family rated this NYC event on a scale of 1-10 ( 1 being the best and 10 being the worst). We rated it on being enjoyable, worth the money, and appeal to all ages 5 and up. We gave The Ride a score of 1. Congrats, The Ride. You surpassed our expectations when it comes to entertainment. Please contact us at Diane@3decades3kids.net and @3decades3kids across all social media platforms. 3decades3kids.net

Skylanders Celebrates 5th Anniversary With Cake Masters Portal Cake! @skylandersgame @foodnetwork

Skylanders Celebrates 5th Anniversary With Cake Masters Portal Cake! Skylanders “Cake Masters” Premiere Party- Watch Party!       

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If you are like my family you love Skylanders! From the moment Skylanders was first introduced to us- we fell in absolute love with the game, the characters and the portal! It’s hard to believe that Skylanders by Activision is celebrating their fifth anniversary. To kick of the celebration Duff Goldman of Cake Masters and his Hollywood crew took on the task of creating a one of a kind Skylanders  video game massive cake. Duff definitely surprised everyone with an epic Skylanders cake transformation that came to life before everyone’s eyes. The beloved kids video game franchise- @SkylandersGame, chose right when they enlisted the help of famed cake decorator Duff Goldman, to create a life sized, edible and playable cake. Yes, playable! There was a gigantic working portal in the middle of the cake!  The adventure was captured on camera for Duff’s newest show Cake Masters, that premiered on Food Network.

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Since our gamer family has spent endless hours traveling through portals with our favorite Skylanders characters we could not help but join in the anniversary celebration with a Skylanders 5th Anniversary party of our own. Really, can you blame us? We started out with our own box of blueberry Duff cake box mix and created our own version of a Skylanders 5th Anniversary cake. Okay, so it was nothing in comparison to the Cake Masters, BUT it was delicious and there were no complaints at all.

skylanders4skylanders3If you love Skylanders you should definitely grab some party supplies and have a party of your own. You really don’t need a reason to celebrate. You can just have a Skylanders party with your favorite gamers! Cake and playing Skylanders is a perfect night in my eyes! You can check out more of our party fun on the video below from our Snapchat: Threedecades snaps!

We had a blast hosting our own Cake Masters Watch Party! Two of our favorite things- Skylanders and Cake! Does it get any better? Check out more about Cake Masters and the premier episode here: http://www.foodnetwork.com/shows/cake-masters.html

For all things Skylanders Game click here: https://www.skylanders.com/

Disclosure: Diane Sullivan/3decades3kids is a Skylanders-Activision Game partner blog. All opinions are that of Diane Sullivan, are honest and do not reflect the opinion of the parent company represented. No compensation was given for this post. A Skylander Watch Party pack was provided in order to facilitate this post. Contact me at Diane@3decades3kids.net and @3decades3kids across all social media platforms. This post is part of our #GamerFamily series. 3decades3kids.net