Behind the Fright! #New Video! Six Flags Great Adventure! #FrightFest

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Behind the Fright: How Six Flags Great Adventure Transforms Humans into Halloween-Inspired Monsters

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This week, adults and children alike find themselves preparing for the tricks and treats of Halloween. The daunting task of concocting a costumed character is at the core of one of America™s favorite holidays. During Fright Fest at Six Flags Great Adventure, the professional makeup and special effects team conquers the daily challenge of transforming 225 everyday humans into moaning, snarling, Halloween-inspired beasts in just a few short hours. So, how do they do it?

From animal-human hybrids and flesh-hungry zombies to maniacal clowns, toxic mutants, dancing demons and more, Six Flags offers a rare look behind the scenes to share some of the key tricks of the trade in a new video.

Fright Fest runs for one final weekend in New Jersey:

 Friday, Oct. 27: 5:30 pm to midnight

  Saturday, Oct. 28: 11 am to midnight

  Sunday, Oct. 29: 11 am to 10 pm

 Monday, Oct. 30: 5:00 pm to 11 pm

 Tuesday, Oct. 31: 5:00 pm to 11 pm

Fright Fest, the Northeast™ largest Halloween party, features world-class thrill rides, five scare zones, seven haunted mazes, 11 themed shows plus trick-or-treating for kids 12 and under on select days. For more information, call 732-928-2000 or visit www.sixflags.com/greatadventure

Toddler Fall Faves Giveaway

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Giveaway: Toddler Fall Faves! toddler

We are so excited to be part of this amazing giveaway! We are back with another fabulous group giveaway, this time comin’ atcha with my favorite things for toddlers this Fall! Who can really resist all of these awesome prizes!  Some items are seasonal, some are great year round, but all are totally fabulous! From clothes and shoes to food and feeding gear to potty training and nose sucking, whoever wins this $600 value jackpot is going to be over the moon!! Read on for more info about each of the products in the giveaway, and enter to win in the Rafflecopter app at the bottom! Good luck!!
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Bella Rae Baby Boutique is a new online shop with the most adorable children’s accessories and clothes, in sizes from 0-3 months through 9-10. From adorable bow hats and leg warmers to baby tuxes and suspenders to knee highs and rompers, this mama has got a great selection! Our grand prize winner will receive his or her choice of the Girls'”Cookie Day” Dress ($25 value, sizes 0-6 / 6-12 / 12-18 months) and Boys’ “Suspender Bebe” ($20 value, sizes 0-3 / 3-6 / 6-12 / 12-18 months). You can browse her entire store here, and stay tuned as I’ll be writing a full promotional blog post soon!
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 Thinkbaby has some of the best (and safest) products on the market for babies, kids, and adults (just check EWG’s Skin Deep Database)!! Our lucky grand prize winner will receive this great Thinkbaby bundle valued at $63, including their tear-free Shampoo & Body Wash(free of phthalates, parabens, 1,4 dioxane, sodium lauryl sulfate, and harmful chemicals), water resistant non-nano zinc oxide based SPF 50+ Sunscreen, and BPA free Orange Feeding Set (with bento box, soup bowl, baby bowl, and kids cup). You can shop all Thinkbaby and Thinksport products (from sippy cups to deodorant to yoga mats) on their website and Amazon (affiliate link).
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With a half serving of veggies in each 8oz box of flavored milk, Sneakz helps us sneak some extra nutrition into our kids! Coming in 3 delicious flavors (chocolate, vanilla, and strawberry) and certified USDA organic, Sneakz is a great drink to throw in the lunch box, bring on a picnic, or suck down in the car after school! They even have a brand new vegan powder version available for pre-order – it’s chock full of 14 grams of protein, 10 essential amino acids, 1/3 serving of veggies, and probiotics!! Our grand prize winner will receive one 12-pack of traditional Sneakz milkshakes in each flavor (that’s 36 milk boxes – a $64 value)! You can shop for Sneakz on their website (and even sign up for a discounted subscription service) and Amazon (affiliate link). You can also read my personal review here (spoiler alert: we LOVE them!!) and check out my recipe for Sneakz Neapolitan Chia Pudding!
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Whether you’re looking for adorable crib shoes, stylish footwear for a new walker, or kicks for an older toddler, Freshly Picked moccasins are where it’s at!! Made of durable 100% genuine cow hide leather with elastic that comfortably keeps them on little one’s feet, our grand prize winner will receive one pair of soft soled moccs ($60 value) in his or her choice of design and size (from newborn to 3.5 years)! From traditional colors and designs to fun seasonal kicks to themes such as Care Bares and Nasa, their selection is incredible!! Check out all Freshly Picked products on their website, including soft soled Moccasins and Mary Janes, sandals, hard soles, and diaper bag!
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Focusing on comfort, fit, and durability, Lucky & Me produces super-soft underwear and basics that promise “Comfy Ever After”! Available in sizes 2/3 to 9/10 you’ll find everything from girls‘ dance shorts, underwear, tank tops, socks, and leggings to boys‘ briefs, boxers, boxer briefs, and tees! Oh, and their tagless backs mean itch-free kids – YES! When you say goodbye to diapers, say hello to Lucky & Me undies! Our lucky grand prize winner will receive a $50 gift card to be used on their website. Others can also find them on Amazon (affiliate link).
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Producing today’s top of the charts music by kids for kids, KIDZ BOP is a way for parents and children to enjoy the latest music, with kid-friendly lyrics! Our grand prize winner will receive their choice of physical CD or download of KIDZ BOP Halloween (including “Thriller” and “Ghostbusters”) and their last 3 albums: KIDZ BOP 36 (including Camila Cabello’s “Crying in the Club” and Moana’s “How Far I’ll Go), KIDZ BOP 35 (including Bruno Mars’ “That’s What I Like” and Shawn Mendes’ “Mercy”), and KIDZ BOP 34 (including Sia’s “The Greatest” and DJ Snake’s “Let Me Love You”) – a $48 value! You can find all of KIDZ BOP music on their website, Amazon (via CD, mp3, or unlimited streaming; affiliate link), and iTunes.
Whether you’re cleaning out your newborn’s congested nose or sucking out major gunk during your toddler’s horrible cold, BabyVac will get the job done. I can say, from personal experience and without a doubt, this bad boy blows all other nasal aspirators out of the water (and I’ve tried a lot!!). It is powered by your own vacuum, which sounds scary, but it regulates the power so it doesn’t hurt and does an AMAZING job at clearing everything from noses (even things our little ones might stick up there…). Our grand prize winner will receive one BabyVac, valued at $16 – $39.99 on their website or Amazon (affiliate link), and stay tuned because I’ll be posting my full review soon!
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With a non-elastic no-pinch no-dig signature waistband, HOTBUNZ offers fresh, premium 100% GOTS certified organic cotton pants for babies and toddlers. Machine washable, super comfy, and uber cute, HOTBUNZ drop crotch pants are a staple item in any little’s wardrobe! Our grand prize winner will receive their red hot Twinkle in Chili Pants (pictured above center / top left / top right) in their choice of size, from 0-3 months to 18-24 months, a $39 value! You can browse all of their other fabulous designs and their lookbook on their website!
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There are many snack cups out there that claim to be spill-proof, and there are a few that come pretty darn close. But Munchie Mug takes spill-proof  to the next level – these are actually SHAKE PROOF! Yep, it’s completely sealed!   Munchie Mug features 2 overlapping pieces of fabric, which means not only is it spill-proof, it’ll also be much nicer on the hands  than traditional plastic snack cup tops! What’s more? They are BPA / Phthalate / Lead / PVC free and proudly made in the USA. Our grand prize winner will receive 2 Munchie Mug cups (their choice of color and size, available in 12oz and 16oz), a $36 value. Others can browse cups on Munchie Mug’s website or Amazon (affiliate link). You can also check out my personal review and demo video here!
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Your kids love getting messy creating their arts and crafts masterpieces, but you hate the mess, cleanup, and ultimate destruction of your kitchen table… If this sounds familiar, then you gotta check out PlaSmart’s MessMatz Creativity Mats. With raised edges, these 24″ x 18″ non-toxic silicone mats are built to contain the mess and protect surfaces. They wash and dry quickly, and roll up for easy storage. Our grand prize winner will receive one in their choice of color (green, pink, or blue), a $30 value, and others can buy them on PlaSmart’s website or Amazon (affiliate link).
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Potty training can be overwhelming, frustrating, and downright messy. There are a number of books and methods, even professionals you can hire to do the job for you!! But here’s an innovative product we’re really excited to help get the word out about: Pee-Kaboo reusable potty training stickers!! No more cajoling, no more timers, no more candy treats.  Simply stick the pee-kaboo reusable potty training sticker into a portable potty and watch what happens.  Each time your toddler has a potty success, “pee-kaboo” a magical image appears in their potty, visually rewarding them for their efforts and encouraging them to use the potty again and again all by themselves. After they finish, leave the sticker in the potty and clean as usual. Once it dries, it’ll be ready for its next magical appearance! Each sticker lasts 4-6 weeks, and our winner will receive 2 kits, a $23 value! Others can shop Pee-Kaboo stickers on their website and Amazon (affiliate link).
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This fall and winter, why not keep your baby or toddler’s head warm with a hat that will be the envy of all!?? Check out these ah-may-zing handmade bonnets by Addison’s Crafty Mommy on Etsy. Sherpa lined with high quality fabric in beautiful designs, and let’s not forget those ears!!!!! Oh. My. GOSH! She’s got a great assortment for boys and girls (check out all of her bonnets, blankets, bibs, and teethers on her website). Our grand prize winner will receive one bonnet in the size (0-3 to 18-24 months) and design of his or her choice, a $20 value.
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When your littles are begging you to paint their nails, it’s time to look into Piggy Paint. This non-toxic water-based nail polish is the kid-friendly nail polish every family needs! Their original line is odorless, and their new scented line comes in fun scents such as banana, cocoa, grape, watermelon, and more! They’ve even got low-odor non-acetone polish remover. Our grand prize winner will receive their new scented nail polish set, which includes 4 colors, a $20 value! Others can shop Piggy Paint’s website (be sure to click around – they’ve branched out a ton with puppy paint, nail vinyls and stickers, kid-friendly hair products, and SOPHi – an odorless hypoallergenic line of nail products for adults. You can also find them on Amazon (affiliate link).
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Whether for an infant or a toddler, EduShape’s Happy Monkey brings sensory fun, discovery, and comfort to any child. Features include crinkle ears, a teether tail, vibrant contrasting colors, a rattle, silk ribbons, and interactive legs and arms (one shrinks when the opposite is pulled). Not just a toy or lovey, it will actually help your child develop fine and gross motor skills, hand-eye coordination, auditory senses, logic and reasoning! Our grand prize winner will be happy to receive one Happy Monkey, a $20 value, and others can purchase him on Amazon (affiliate link), as well as all of their other amazing fun and educational toys!
ENTER TO WIN HERE:

Please enter in the Rafflecopter App below – note that only a blog comment is mandatory for entry, but you will gain more entry points for each action you take, and some actions can be completed daily! Good luck everyone and thank you for participating!!

This giveaway is open to US residents ages 18 and over, and will end at 11:59 PM EST on November 8, 2017. One winner will be randomly selected and notified via email, and will be given 48 hours to respond before another winner is chosen.

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You Are Invited To The #NYC #AdvanceScreening of A Bad Moms Christmas! #BadMomsXmas

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Giveaway: You Are Invited To

The NYC Advance Screening

of A Bad Moms Christmas!

BadMomsChristmasYou are invited to the NYC Advance Screening of A Bad Moms Christmas!

Monday- October 30,2017

7 pm

AMC 34th Street

New York, NY 10001

To claim passes please click on the link below. Please remember to arrive early.

Screenings are overbooked to ensure a full house!

http://stxtickets.com/3decades3kidsBadMomsXmas

In Theaters: November 1, 2017

Rated: R

Under-appreciated and overburdened moms Amy, Kiki and Carla rebel against the challenges and expectations of the Super Bowl for Moms: Christmas. As if creating the perfect holiday for their families isn’t hard enough, they’ll have to do it while hosting and entertaining their own respective mothers when they come to visit.

Check out more about the movie here: http://badmomsxmas.com

 

 

The Emoji Movie Now on Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital HD #EmojiMovie

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The Emoji Movie Now on Blu-ray, DVD, and Digital HD #EmojiMovie

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 The Emoji Movie is the perfect social-media filled film for the whole family! From apps such as Spotify to even Just Dance making appearances in the movie, there’s something for everyone in this summer. The Emoji Movie focuses on Gene & his quest to fit in alongside the other emojis in his owner’s phone. When he finds out that he is viewed as a malfunction, Gene takes it upon himself to venture out and find a way to fix his problem before imminent destruction.
The movie is a wild ride, as Gene is joined by Hi-5. portrayed by James Corden, and Jailbreak, who is played by Anna Faris. They help him on his journey, as they surf through Spotify, YouTube, Just Dance, Dropbox, and many more familiar applications. A highlight of the Just Dance segment has to be the first appearance of the movie’s “Emoji Bop” dance, where the main character covers his face & pops out with a different emoji face every time.  
While there are plenty of jokes for younger audiences, I found myself laughing the hardest during the movie’s segments following the characters of Mel Meh & Mary Meh, Gene’s parents in the film. As they search for their son but cannot break from their one emotion, they keep their conversations in one consistent monotone voice which makes for some great moments. Another highlight has to be the addition of the Poop emoji, portrayed by Sir Patrick Stewart, as he makes jokes such as telling his son not to wash his hands in the bathroom. The film does a great job giving the smaller characters personality, and making audiences feel the sense of there being a living world within their phones. Overall, The Emoji Movie is a big win for families as a mid-summer release. With laughs, a story that incorporates some of the most popular apps children and adults alike are using to this day, and a great cast, the film is a great time for all ages.
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Be the movie night hero and bring home the film that kids give two thumbs up to for the ultimate kid’s movie night! It’s time to express yourself when Sony Pictures Animation’s THE EMOJI MOVIE arrives for the first time on Digital on October 10 and on 4K Ultra HD+ Blu-ray + Digital, Blu-ray + Digital and DVD October 24 from Sony Pictures Home Entertainment.  The animated comedy unlocks the never-before-seen secret world inside your smartphone.  Hidden within the messaging app is Textopolis, a bustling city where all your favorite emojis live, hoping to be selected by the phone’s user. In this world, each emoji has only one facial expression – except for Gene (T.J. Miller), an exuberant emoji who was born without a filter and is bursting with multiple expressions. Determined to become “normal” like the other emojis, Gene enlists the help of his handy best friend Hi-5 (James Corden) and the notorious code breaker emoji Jailbreak (Anna Faris). Together, they embark on an epic “app-venture” through the apps on the phone, each its own wild and fun world, to find the code that will fix Gene. But when a greater danger threatens the phone, the fate of all emojis depends on these three unlikely friends who must save their world before it’s deleted forever.
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THE EMOJI MOVIE features an all-star voice cast including T.J. Miller (How To Train Your Dragon) as Gene Meh, James Corden (“Late Late Show with James Corden”) as Hi-5, Anna Faris (Cloudy with a Chance of Meatballs) as Jailbreak, Maya Rudolph (Big Hero 6) as Smiler, Steven Wright (Louie) as Mel Meh, Jennifer Coolidge (American Pie, Legally Blonde) as Mary Meh, Jake T. Austin (“Wizards of Waverly Place”) as phone owner Alex, Grammy® Award Winner Christina Aguilera as Akiko Glitter, Emmy® Award Nominee Sofia Vergara (The Smurfs) as Flamenca, Rachael Ray (“Rachael Ray”) as Spam, Emmy® Award Winner Sean Hayes (“Will & Grace”) as “Devil” Steven, and Emmy® Award Nominee Sir Patrick Stewart (X-Men, Star Trek: The Next Generation) as Poop.
 
THE EMOJI MOVIE is filled with interactive bonus materials on the Blu-ray, 4K Ultra HD, DVD and digital releases that are fun for the entire family to enjoy including the “Good Vibrations” Dance Along and Lyric Video, where you can join along in the dance party. Learn about the amazing dance moves from the film’s celebrity choreographer in “Choreographing Emoji with Matt Steffanina.” Get creative with step-by-step tutorials on how to draw your favorite Emoji’s with two “how to” videos. Go behind-the-scenes of a real-life coding school with the “Girls Who Code” featurette, and get to know everything about the all-star cast in “Express Yourself: Meet the Cast.” Fans will also get to unveil more of the story behind their beloved character in “Jailbreak Decoded: The Untold Story.” Additional featurettes include “Creating the World Inside Your Phone,” “Bringing Emoji’s to Life,” and the very exciting “Puppy! An Original Hotel Transylvania Short.”
 
In addition to extra content above, exclusive to Blu-ray, fans of all ages will be able to give it their best shot at the “Gimme a Hand! Guess the Emoji Game,” where Hi-5 and Smiler give you clues to help you guess the mystery Emojis. You will also have the chance to get creative with your Halloween Trick-Or-Treat candy with “Sweet App-etite: Make Your Own Candy Crush Inspired Saga Cake.”
 
THE EMOJI MOVIE is directed by Tony Leondis, with screenplay by Tony Leondis & Eric Siegel and Mike White and story by Tony Leondis & Eric Siegel.  The film is produced by Sony Pictures Animation, with Michelle Raimo Kouyate serving as the producer.
 
 
DVD and Digital Bonus Materials Include:
  • Director& Animators Commentary
  • Puppy! An Original Hotel Transylvania Short
  • Jailbreak Decoded: The Untold Story
  • “Good Vibrations” Dance Along
  • “Good Vibrations” Lyric Video
  • Express Yourself: Meet The Cast
  • Girls Can Code!
  • Choreographing Emoji With Matt Steffanina
  • Creating the World Inside Your Phone
  • Bringing Emojis to Life
  • How To Draw Poop
  • How To Draw Gene
 
Blu-ray Exclusive Bonus Materials Include:
Everything listed above, plus:
  • Gimme a Hand! Guess the Emoji Game
  • Sweet App-etite: Make Your Own Candy Crush Inspired Saga Cake
 
4K Ultra HD Includes:
  • Feature film in 4K resolution with HDR & Dolby Atmos audio
  • Blu-ray with above bonus materials
 
THE EMOJI MOVIE has a run time of approximately 91 minutes and is rated PG: for Rude Humor.
I had the pleasure of attending the Emoji Movie Press Junket at Sony Square NYC. Maya Rudolph who voiced the movie’s villain Smiler was more than happy to share her thoughts on the movie, parenting and more. Maya thought taking on the role of Smiler would be a fun challenge and also stated she thought the role was not as elaborate as she envisioned it to be. She loved that Smiler was one of the original set of emojis. Maya stated, “Emojis are a part of life. Everyone that has a phone uses them.” Because Maya immediately fell in love with the character she found it even more exciting to play.
 
When asked about being a parent and dealing with social media and kids she made a point of saying just how tough it was on parents these days. Her children on not on any social media platforms at the moment. She does let them have time on their ipads and manages device time.
 
When asked how she was able to stay in character, Maya told us how Tony helped out in the sound booth helping her to keep smiling while being, “insane”.
Of course, being me, I asked Maya if Smiler had a message to the audience (even though she was the villain). Smiler’s message? Be moved! You think you know what you want to do then something changes like your hair, your job and your world goes in a different direction.
 
See you in Textopolis my little Emoji friends! Enjoy the movie. http://www.theemoji-movie.com/
 
Disclosure: Diane Sullivan/ 3decades3kids is a The Emoji Movie partner blog. All opinions are that of Diane Sullivan and do not reflect the opinions of the partner company represented. Contact me at Diane@3decades3kids.net or @3decades3kids across all social media platforms.

#Giveaway Fall Is Better With Krusteaz Pumpkin Spice! #PumpkinEverything

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Fall Is Better With Krusteaz Pumpkin Spice In It! Giveaway: Win A Krusteaz Pumpkin Spice Prize Pack!

kruspumpFall is definitely one of my favorite times of year, the leaves are changing and a chill is in the air. But the best thing I love about fall is that pumpkin spice is everywhere I look. By this point in the game, you either love it or hate it. If you love it, like me, it is something to smile about and enjoy while it lasts!

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Recently I was introduced to some amazing Krusteaz Pumpkin Spice premium baking mixes. Little did I know they have an entire line of pumpkin spice mixes including Pumpkin Spice Cookies, Pumpkin Spice Muffins, Pumpkin Spice Bars and Pumpkin Spice Quick Bread. We have them ALL! How can you go wrong with them? The mixes are pretty much complete except for adding some eggs, oil, etc. The directions are easy to follow for everyone.

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We have been baking up a storm. I am happy to say that my daughter is a baker just like her mom. She has been there at my side since she was a toddler and has grown up helping me in the kitchen. I am proud to say I have a partner in my love for pumpkin spice. Honestly, when the baking begins and the house fills with the scent of pumpkin spice it is pretty much going to be a good day around here.So this fall if you are in the baking mood look no farther than for Krusteaz for your favorite baked goodies. Click here to find out everything Krusteaz!

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Giveaway: We are beyond thrilled to partner with Krusteaz for this fabulous fall giveaway! One lucky 3decades3kids reader will win a supply of  Pumpkin Spice Cookies, Pumpkin Spice Muffins, Pumpkin Spice Bars and Pumpkin Spice Quick Bread! Who wants them? We cannot wait to share. Good Luck! Our giveaway ends Saturday October 28, 2017 at 11:59pm USA/18+ only. Winner will be contacted via way of entry. Giveaway winner will be chosen via random.org. Prize delivery through Krusteaz.

1. Enter our giveaway by following/liking and commenting on our Instagram.com/3decades3kids Krusteaz picture. Click here for our Instagram.com/3decades3kids picture

2. Comment below on your favorite pumpkin spice dish/drink.

3. Like our facebook page 3decades3kids and then like and comment on the Krusteaz photo. Click her to Like our 3decades3kids FB page and picture.

Disclosure: Diane Sullivan/3decades3kids is a Krusteaz partner blog. All opinions are that of Diane and do not reflect those views of the parent company represented. Contact me at 3decades3kids@gmail.com or @3decades3kids across all social media platforms.