Sesame Street Live :Elmo’s Super Heroes

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Sesame Street Live
Elmo’s Super Heroes
Recently our family was invited to
 Sesame Street Live at Madison Square Garden, NYC.
Being a Kids Club Thirteen Ambassador and a Sesame Place Ambassador Blogger
keeps me around these furry Sesame Street characters quite often.
We could not wait for the new show, Elmo’s Super Heroes!
Our day started by arriving an hour before show time to enjoy the 
Play Zone which is included free with your ticket. My daughter
loved getting an up close sing and dance along experience with some of her favorite 
Sesame Street characters. She also enjoyed sitting in big bird’s nest, dancing at 
Abby’s Dance Studio and visiting Mr. Hopper’s Store among the many other activities.
High Fiving Ernie during the Play Zone preshow.
As for the show, it was awesome as usual. If you have a little one, you definitely should
get to the Sesame Street Live show at least once during the magical years.
The price on children’s faces when they see the characters come out is just priceless.
We loved the theme of this show which featured the Fabulous Five as they try to help 
Super Grover get his Super-ness back!
Each Super Hero highlights a different healthy idea. Personally, I thought that Oscar’s segment was
hilarious as he claimed that it was the worst day of his life learning all about keeping teeth healthy!
My daughter loved how Abby Cadabby was called Glitter Girl! 
Sesame Street Live’s Elmo’s Super Heroes is a very high energy and interactive musical show.
You and your child will be singing and dancing along to all the fun!
If you have a chance to see any of the Sesame Street Live shows, don’t let it pass you by!

Inside Big Bird’s nest at the Play Zone.
Testing out Big Bird’s feet! 

Disclosure: Review/Giveaway tickets provided by Sesame Street Live/Madison Square Garden.

All opinions are that of Diane Sullivan. Email me ELGeorgia@aol.com 
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Cake Boss Cafe NYC – Just Got A Little Sweeter

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Cake Boss Cafe 
NYC Just Got A Little Sweeter
New Cake Boss Cafe Opens In NYC
Corner of 42nd Street and 8th Avenue

New York City just got a little bit sweeter, or maybe a lot sweeter since Buddy Valastro’s 
Cake Boss Cafe has opened in NYC. A few months ago I had the awesome experience 
of being invited to attend a fondant cake decorating class at The Lackawanna Cake Factory
 in Hoboken, NJ. You can check it out right here (pic is below).
 You can also register for your own class by clicking here.
 I was thrilled to find out the Cake Boss was heading to NYC. 
Recently I had the pleasure of visiting the newest Cake Boss Cafe located on
 42nd Street and 8th Ave., NYC. The corner location just screams out and grabs
 you to come inside for a delicious treat. 
Adorned with a lifesized Bobblehead of the Cake Boss himself there is plenty
 to appeal to all the senses. Even waiting in line is a treat as you 
pass by a live decorating kitchen where you can see your favorite
 decadent desserts  receiving their final touches.

Now, I did encounter one problem and that was what delicious work 
of art I should choose. Cookies, individual cheese cakes, fondant decorated 
cakes and cupcakes were among the contenders. Well, I did end up with an 
array of goodies to bring home. Of course my daughter and I did have to sample 
the goods before we left. I had the carrot cake cupcake and she had a huge cookie. 
No leftovers from either of us. 
I am happy to say there was plenty of room and table space for
 us to sit down without feeling rushed. 
There were also wall to wall smiles which tells me that everyone was
 enjoying their food choices as much as my we did.
If you have never been to a Cake Boss Cafe you will be thrilled to know you can 
grab up some souvenirs and may even catch one of Buddy’s family
 members behind the counter. When you visit the NYC area be sure to leave 
a little extra time to make a stop at The Cake Boss Cafe. If you love the cake boss, 
you’ll feel the same way about the cafe. If you are local, it’s worth a stop, 
too. There is something for everyone at Cake Boss Cafe, NYC. 
Check out more about Cake Boss Cafe here Cake Boss Cafe
Our family cannot wait to go back again. I have a feeling we will be 
regulars at this location.

Disclosure: All opinions are that of Diane Sullivan.
Email me at ELGeorgia@aol.com 

Guest Blogger: My 11 Year Old Son’s Interview with Dee Bradley Baker

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Guest Blogger: My 11 Year Old Son’s Interview with Dee Bradley Baker

Guest Blogger: Adam Sullivan
Founder of Bbookboy.blogspot.com
Adam is an 11 year old blogger. He has been blogging over a year already and has interviewed quite a few people. Adam loves to write and is the 1st Place Winner of the National FEDCAP Poetry Contest 2010 for his poem, “I Work”. This year Adam was the 1st Place Winner of the Hudson County Law Day Poetry Contest for his poem on diversity, titled “Diverse City”. Adam was honored for both accomplishments at The Bowery Poetry Club, NYC and Hudson County Court House, Jersey City, NJ.

This is his interview with Dee Bradley Baker. Enjoy!
I’m SO proud of you, Adam!

Monday, July 11, 2011

Phineas and Ferb: Perry the Platy-Bus ON TOUR

This morning, I was in New York City. I was there to join other fans for the the kickoff ceremony of Disney XD‘s “Phineas and Ferb: Across the 2nd Dimension.” In case you’re not familiar with “Across the 2nd Dimension,” I’ll catch you up. It is the new “Phineas and Ferb” movie based on the Emmy-Award-Winning TV Show. I am a huge Phineas and Ferb fan. I have been watching the show since the “Rollercoaster” episode.
In the middle of Times Square, fans sat on the turf to watch the opening performance. Radio Disney was there playing music and dancing. Then, a group of children performed a song from Phineas and Ferb. During the event, my sister and I had the chance to play a game based on the song “Squirrels in My Pants” where my sister held a pair of pants and I had to throw stuffed squirrels into them. As prizes, they gave the both of us T-Shirts.
Then, after that, they played “Whip My Hair” by Willow Smith, and whoever whipped their hair most got a Phineas and Ferb Frisbee custom-made for the event! Also, the coolest part of the opening ceremony was when Phineas and Ferb unveiled the Platy-Bus. It was huge! The inside of the bus had two small TVs, one big HD TV, Two Nintendo Wiis, and two Nintendo DSs. It was a great experience!
After the ceremony, I got to interview Dee Bradley Baker (Perry the Platypus) American Dad!, Star Wars: The Clone Wars.) I also got the signatures of Dan Povenmire and Jeff “Swampy” Marsh, the creators of the show, and the signature of Alyson Stoner (Isabella, Camp Rock, Cheaper by the Dozen.) Dee Bradley Baker was very nice and he even did the Perry the Platypus signature noise! He also gave me his autograph! (picture shown above) The Interview went great!
A Handful of Questions: Dee Bradley Baker

Bookboy: Why did you sign on to Phineas and Ferb?

Dee Bradley Baker: Money! (laughs) I like semi-aquatic mammals!

Bookboy: Do you like being a voice actor better than being a live-action actor?

Dee Bradley Baker: Yes. I don’t have to memorize lines or wait in a trailer all day!

Bookboy: I notice your name in other TV Shows such as Star Wars: The Clone Wars and American Dad! How long have you been voice acting?

Dee Bradley Baker: I have been voice acting since the late 80’s.

Bookboy: Who is or was your favorite character to play?

Dee Bradley Baker: Momo from Avatar: The Last Airbender

The Berenstain Bears in Family Matters the Musical!

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The Berenstain Bears Live!

Recently my family was invited to The Berenstain Bears Live in NYC. We could not have been more delighted. Since I have three children 20,12,and 4, The Berenstain Bears have been a part of our family for a very long time. I have also read The Berenstain Bears book series for years in my classroom.
The Berenstain Bears Family Matters The Musical was just delightful. We really enjoyed watching this production bring three of our family’s favorite stories to life! The Berenstain Bears and Too Much Junk Food, The Berenstain Bears’ Trouble at School, and The Berenstain Bears Learn about Strangers could not have been better choices to see LIVE! Of course it was filled with all of our Bear County favorites including Mama, Papa, Sister, Brother, Grandma, Grandpa and even Cousin Bear was there! Many lessons were learned as Sister found out about strangers, Brother learned about getting better grades, Papa learned about eating healthy and they all learned a little bit more about being honest! Mama seems to be quite busy keeping her Bear family in line!


It was so energizing to sing and dance along with The Berenstain Bears. They brought the audience to their feet with the song Too Much Fluff on Your Tummy! The Berenstain Bears were quite audience friendly. When the show ends, the fun doesn’t! In the lobby after the show the children (and adults) can get their own bear nose painted on by Grandpa Bear, with the help of Gran of course! Then hold up your own pot of honey and stand with the rest of the Bear family for a great family picture!
The Berenstain Bears Family Matters The Musical will absolutely delight your family! It’s great for children of all ages or adults that have treasured The Berenstain Bears throughout their lives. I suggest you grab a Bear fan and head over to this show for some Bear County fun!

For more info on The Berenstain Bears Live please visit:
http://www.berenstainbearslive.com/?gclid=CIX6kbTMjaoCFQjf4AodSShwzA

Disclosure:  All opinions are that of 3decades3kids.

DISNEY CHANNEL Celebrates “Phineas and Ferb:The Movie” with “Perry The Platy-Bus on Tour” Kick-Off in Times Square July 11th!

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DISNEY CHANNEL
CELEBRATES UPCOMING
 “PHINEAS AND FERB: The Movie”  WITH
“PERRY THE PLATY-BUS ON TOUR”
KICK-OFF SPECTACULAR
IN TIMES SQUARE
July 11, 2011
10am-2 pm
Broadway between 44th and 45th Street NYC
Disney fun is in the air!
As you pass by the Disney Store Times Square the larger than life billboard flashes up a peak at Disney’s Phineas and Ferb:The Movie, debuting  August  5th on The Disney Channel (a Disney Channel original movie).
As if Disney, Times Square, and Phineas and Ferb are each not enough fun alone, imagine combing all three?

On July 11th, something spectacular will be happening in Times Square, NYC! In a kick-off celebration for Disney’s Phineas and Ferb: Across the 2nd Dimension, the popular character Perry the Platypus from Disney’s Phineas and Ferb
will gear up and hit the road with
“Perry the Platy-Bus on Tour”!
The Platy-Bus, a teal colored, 27 foot,
4000 lb. customized Airstream trailer will be
unveiled during the celebration!
I, personally, cannot wait to see
this Platy-bus complete with bill, tail, and googly eyes. Our family loves Phineas, Ferb and Perry!
Friends and fans can enjoy a performance by the
characters from Phineas and Ferb at the kick-off!
Then, they can go inside the trailer to test out some games or try out some “Perry-oke”, singing songs from the Phineas and Ferb show and more! The Disney Channel Phineas and Ferb The Movie with “Perry the Platy-Bus on Tour” will begin in NYC, July 11th, continue across country stopping at key landmark sites and end in Los Angeles at the completion of the tour.
You can be there when it all kicks off this Monday, July 11th!
Radio Disney will also be at this great celebration with on-air personality Jake Whetter.
He’ll have some great giveaways, games and activities.
“Phineas and Ferb” is an Emmy Award-winning series and TV’s #1 animated television show in prime time among kids 6-11 and tweens 9-14. It reached more than 110 million unduplicated total viewers across the USA. So, please mark your calendar for August 5th to see Disney Channel original movie, “Phineas and Ferb: Across the 2nd Dimension” on Disney Channel and August 20th the movie will air on ABC.
 
 
 All opinions are that of 3decades3kids.
This is a cost-free event.