Night School’s Mary Lynn Rajskub Gives Us the Inside Scoop On the Movie

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Interview: Mary Lynn Rajskub Gives Us the Inside Scoop on Universal Pictures Night School

Have you been to the movies lately? There are movies that make us laugh and there are movies that make it hard to stop laughing. Universal Pictures Night School is a definite side splitter when it comes to humor. When the entire theater bursts out in laughter you know the movie is great. Night School is in theaters now and definitely should be on your big screen list for this weekend. Hubby and I had the chance to take in an advance screening the other night and we both thought the movie was hilarious.

After seeing the movie I was honored to have the opportunity to chat with Mary Lynn Rajskub who plays a stay at home mom who is back in night school hoping to pass her GED exam.  During the interview I asked Mary Ellen that aside from the humor if she thought there was a more serious message the viewers would walk away with after seeing Night School. She talked about how there are non-stop jokes, but that there was a great message of personal growth how her character went from being invisible and living a life of responsibility and obligation to blossoming and loving being around people. She discovered that she loved to learn and even communicated that to her husband by the end. Each character in the movie has their own journey  in that way, led by Kevin Hart’s character who doesn’t give up and learns how to learn and how important that was, and I love that! Mary Lynn was not sure if she would be taking her ten year old son to the movie or not. She also stated that although she is not like her character in the movie she is in the respect that she is very reactive although traditional at parenting and uses the stage and stand-up comedy to help her along the way.

So grab your friends this weekend and head to the theater. You will not be disappointed. Everyone needs a little time out to just escape their troubles. This film is sure to take you there. Star Kevin Hart and producer Will Packer, who partnered for the hit Ride Along and Think Like a Man series, bring their signature style to Night School.  The comedy from director Malcolm D. Lee (Girls Trip) follows a group of misfits who are forced to attend adult classes in the longshot chance they’ll pass the GED exam. Rated PG-13 So, what are you waiting for? Everyone needs a second chance, wouldn’t you agree?

Grab some movie tix here. Night School now in theaters http://fandango.com/nightschool

Co-stars Tiffany Haddish, Rob Riggle, Taran Killam and Romany Malco join Hart on-screen for the film that Hart produces for his Hartbeat Productions, and Packer via his Will Packer Productions.  www.nightschoolmovie.com

Disclosure: Diane Sullivan was extended a media invite to attend the advance screening of Night School and participate in an interview with movie talent. All opinions are that of Diane and do not reflect the views of the parent company represented. Contact me at Diane@3decades3kids.net or @3decadese3kids across all social media networks. See you at the movies! 3decades3kids.net

The Rink At Rockefeller Center Opens For  The Winter Season On Monday, October 8, 2018

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The Rink At Rockefeller Center Opens For 
The Winter Season On Monday, October 8, 2018

Rising Child Skaters from Ice Theatre of New York

and Figure Skating in Harlem to Host the Season’s First Skate

Every year there is something so special that takes place in the center of Rockefeller Center in the heart of New York City! All summer long people dine at the Rock Center Cafe, but when the Fall comes along it is magically transformed into the famous Rink at Rockefeller Center.

The Rink at Rockefeller Center will officially open for the winter season with a ceremonial first skate hosted by rising child skaters from Ice Theatre of New York and Figure Skating in Harlem on Monday, Oct. 8, at 9 am. The most famous ice rink in the world will continue its time-honored tradition as the first New York rink to open each year, the earliest harbinger of winter to come. With a seasonal opening that is anticipated each October, whether it’s chilly or balmy, Rink regulars, newbies, and rising child skaters alike delight in the first skate.

Originally designed as a temporary attraction which first opened on Christmas Day, 1936, The Rink has evolved into one of the city’s most legendary landmarks and top visited sites, with more than a quarter of a million annual skaters. The Rink is open to the public daily from 8:30 am until midnight, from Columbus Day through Easter Sunday each year.

This is big news. There is fun beyond the ice! 

VIP Treatment At The Igloo

The Igloo is a reservation-only glass-encased and heated VIP lounge located rink-side at The Rink at Rock Center. With velvety benches and sweet refreshments, The Igloo allows VIP guests to enjoy skip-the-line privileges, receive enhanced service with in-house Skate Concierges, and as a plush resting area to take breaks with plenty of water, hot chocolate and freshly baked cookies.

Dining and Imbibing 

The Rink offers an array of packaged skating experiences in collaboration with rink-side restaurants Rock Center Café and The Sea Grill, both of which feature front-row, floor-to-ceiling views of the skating action. Helmed by Executive Chef Andy Bennett, The Sea Grill is one of New York’s finest seafood restaurants, and a quintessential destination for holiday dining from Thanksgiving to Christmas. Rock Center Café has a more casual menu, with all-American dishes perfect for families, from breakfast to late-night.

Special Wintertime Experiences 

This season, an array of special experiences include The Perfect Start: Breakfast and Skating, Afternoon Tea and Skating, Après Skate, late night Starlight Skate,and classic traditions such as the popular Breakfast with Santa, Radio City Christmas Spectacular, Engagement on Ice, VIP Skating & Dinner, and more.

Guests are also invited to join two-time Olympian JoJo Starbuck on the ice first thing Tuesday and Thursday mornings for her Cool Workout classes, perfect for all levels of adult recreational skaters and beginners. During JoJo’s Cool Workout Classes, skaters learn stroking, gliding, turns, spins, combinations and more all at their own pace. Skaters are welcome to sign up for classes anytime during the season.

All packages can be booked in advance and reservations can be made online at therinkatrockcenter.com. General admission to The Rink is available on a first-come, first-serve basis, whenever The Rink is open to the public.

The Rink at Rockefeller Center is located on 5th Avenue between 49th and 50th Streets. For more information, visit therinkatrockcenter.com or call 212.332.7654.

About The Rink at Rockefeller Center

The Rink at Rockefeller Center is a national treasure recognized throughout the world. It first opened on December 25, 1936 as the premier artificial outdoor skating pond built in New York City, complete with modern amenities: night skating, a heated house for changing skates, and piped-in music. The bronze gilded statue of the Greek legend Prometheus, sculpted by Paul Manship and set in a flowing fountain, looks over The Rink. The annual Rockefeller Christmas Tree stands on the west side of The Rink, a classic symbol of the holidays. Rink-side dining is a quintessential New York experience, at The Sea Grill and Rock Center Café restaurants.

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

#Giveaway Pete the Cat Prize Pack Now On Amazon Prime Video

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Pete the Cat Prize Pack Giveaway- Pete the Cat Now On Amazon Prime Video

Perhaps your kids, like mine, fell in love with the Pete the Cat books thanks to Pete’s fun adventures and his catchy tunes. I have some great news! The beloved characters from the best-selling children’s books have made their debut in a new animated kid series, Pete the Cat, on Amazon Prime Video!

The series stars Jacob Tremblay (Room) as Pete the Cat, and musicians Diana Krall and Elvis Costello as his Mom and Dad. Pete the Cat features original music from Grammy Award-winners Costello and Krall, which will also be available to stream via Amazon Music. Jessica Biel (The Illusionist), Atticus Shaffer (The Middle) and internationally acclaimed musician KT Tunstall also star in the series.

Pete the Cat has positive messages of being true to oneself, curiosity, and creativity…all great for encouraging and empowering kids’ self-discovery.

And, a special treat, not a trick!, coming your way…two Halloween-themed specials: “Pumpkin Pageant Pandemonium” and “Trick-Or-Treating Ghost”. You and your little pumpkins won’t want to miss!The prize pack includes:

  • Pete the Cat Hand Puppet
  • Pete the Cat: Go, Pete, Go! (paperback book)
  • Pete the Cat and the Cool Cat Boogie (hardcover picture book)

In season one of Pete the Cat, the show highlights themes of self-discovery. Pete stays cool as he tries new things, sets out for picture day, writes his first song, learns to surf and even has his first performance for his band. Scored with an upbeat, groovy soundtrack, Pete the Cat encourages children to be curious, creative, and positive while rockin’ to their own beat.

The character “Pete the Cat” was created by author/illustrator James Dean and is the beloved star of over 40 popular children’s books. The books have been translated into 13 languages and have received 18 literacy awards to date, including the Theodore Geisel Seuss Award. Families will be able to see Pete and his friends come to life in the series. The holiday specialPete the Cat: A Groovy New Year is available now for streaming here.  Pete the Cat is a co-production with Amazon Studios and Alcon Television Group. It is developed by Jeff “Swampy” Marsh (Phineas and Ferb) and Appian Way Production Company. Marsh serves as executive producer along with Alcon’s Andrew Kosove, Broderick Johnson, and Laura Lancaster, as well as Appian Way’s Jennifer Davisson.

Pete the Cat will be available for Prime members globally to stream and enjoy using the Amazon Prime Video app for TVs, connected devices including Amazon Fire TV, and mobile devices, or online with other Amazon Original Series online at Amazon.com/originals, at no additional cost to their membership. Eligible customers who are not already Prime members can sign up for a free trial at www.amazon.com/prime. For a list of all Amazon Video compatible devices, visit www.amazon.com/howtostream.

GIVEAWAY ALERT: Thanks to the great folks at Amazon Prime Video and Pete the Cat we have a fabulous prize pack to give one lucky 3decades3kids.net reader. Giveaway can be entered on the rafflecopter below.  Winner will be chosen September 30, 2018 and contacted via the email provided. The winner will have 48 hours to respond and claim the prize before a new winner is chosen. (USA/18+ only)

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Disclosure: Diane Sullivan is a Pete the Cat Amazon Prime Video  partner. All opinions are that of Diane and do not reflect the views of the parent company represented! Giveaway/Sample product provided by Amazon Prime Video. Contact me at Diane@3decades3kids.net for questions and collabs. Also contact me at @3decades3kids across all social media networks. 3decades3kids.net Thank you for reading! 

#Giveaway Incredibles 2 Blu-ray Combo Pack

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Disney Pixar Incredibles 2 Blu-ray Combo Pack Giveaway

Wow! It seems like I was just watching Disney Pixar Incredibles 2 on the big screen with my family and here we are getting ready for release day! Disney Pixar Incredibles 2 will be available in stores and online November 6, 2018. In Incredibles 2, Helen is called on to lead a campaign to bring Supers back, while Bob navigates the day-to-day heroics of ”normal” life at home with Violet, Dash and baby Jack-Jack – whose superpowers are about to be discovered. Have you already seen the movie? It’s definitely one of our family favorites and we waited a LONG time in between movies so we are pretty pumped to add this title to our Disney Pixar favorites!

In Incredibles 2, Helen is called on to lead a campaign to bring Supers back, while Bob navigates the day-to-day heroics of ”normal” life at home with Violet, Dash and baby Jack-Jack ? whose superpowers are about to be discovered. Their mission is derailed, however, when a new villain emerges with a brilliant and dangerous plot that threatens everything. But the Parrs don’t shy away from a challenge, especially with Frozone by their side. That’s what makes this family so Incredible.

Tech Specs:

  • Blu-ray feature + bonus
  • Digital copy of feature
  • Aspect Ratio: 2.40:1
  • Sound: English  7.1  DTS-HDMA,English  5.1  DTS-HDHR, English  2.0  Dolby Digital, English DVS  2.0  Dolby Digital / French-Canadian  5.1  Dolby Digital / Latin Spanish  5.1  Dolby Digital
  • Subtitles: English  ESL, English  SDH, Latin Spanish, French-Canadian
  • Running Time: 118 minutes
  • Rated PG
  • Blu-ray: For Region A use (Americas, East and Southeast Asia, U.S. territories, Bermuda) only

GIVEAWAY ALERT: We are thrilled to partner with Disney Pixar Pictures for the awesome giveaway. One lucky 3decades3kids reader will win a bluray copy of the Incredibles 2 movie to add to their movie collection. Enter on the rafflecopter below. Winner will be selected on November 6, 2018 and contacted by the email provided on the rafflecopter. Enter for yourself or your friends! USA/18+only please.

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Disclosure: Diane Sullivan is a Disney Pixar Incredibles 2 movie partner. All opinions are that of Diane and do not reflect the views of the parent company represented! Giveaway/Sample product provided by Disney Pictures. Contact me at Diane@3decades3kids.net for questions and collabs. Also contact me at @3decades3kids across all social media networks. 3decades3kids.net Thank you for reading! 

 

#Giveaway Solo: A Star Wars Story Blu-ray Combo Pack Multi-Screen Edition

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Solo: A Star Wars Story Blu-ray Combo Pack Multi-Screen Edition Giveaway- In Stores September 25, 2018

Our family love Star Wars so there is no mistake that we are thrilled to welcome SOLO into our home on September 25th! If you haven’t seen it at the movies, get ready, you are going to love this one. If you already had the chance to see it then you most likely will be waiting to add this beauty to your blu-ray collection! Synopsis: Board the Millennium Falcon and journey to a galaxy far, far away in Solo: A Star Wars Story, an epic action adventure with the most beloved scoundrel in the galaxy.

 

Available to own September 25, 2018

Through a series of daring escapades deep within a dark and dangerous criminal underworld, Han Solo befriends his mighty future copilot Chewbacca and meets the notorious gambler Lando Calrissian, in a journey that will set the course of one of the Star Wars saga’s most unlikely heroes.

Digital Code Information

Digital Code redemption requires prior acceptance of license terms and conditions. Code is only for personal use and redemption is limited to recipient of the combination package or a family member. Codes may not be sold separately. Code (and iTunes Code) subject to expiration. Visit MoviesAnywhere.com, RedeemDigitalMovie.com anddisneytermsofuse.com for code redemption and other applicable terms and conditions.

The bare necessities

Tech Specs:

  • Aspect Ratio: 2.40:1
  • Sound: English 7.1 DTS-HDMA. English DVS 2.0 Dolby Digital / French 5.1  Dolby Digital / Spanish  5.1  Dolby Digital
  • Subtitles: English SDH, French, Spanish
  • Running Time: 140 minutes
  • Rated PG-13
  • Blu-ray: For Region A use (Americas, East and Southeast Asia, U.S. territories, Bermuda) only

GIVEAWAY ALERT: We are thrilled to partner with Disney Pictures for the awesome giveaway. One lucky 3decades3kids reader will win a bluray copy of the SOLO movie to add to their movie collection. Enter on the rafflecopter below. Winner will be selected on Thursday, September 27th and contacted by the email provided on the rafflecopter. Enter for yourself or your friends! USA/18+only please.

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Disclosure: Diane Sullivan is a SOLO movie partner. All opinions are that of Diane and do not reflect the views of the parent company represented! Giveaway/Sample product provided by Disney Pictures. Contact me at Diane@3decades3kids.net for questions and collabs. Also contact me at @3decades3kids across all social media networks. 3decades3kids.net Thank you for reading!