Yesterday I attended a RedPlum event at the beautiful W Hotel - The Tuscany. The reason for the event was to showcase their Holiday gift guides for everyone you know for just under $30. The gifts are low-cost, practical and thoughtful as well. The whole area was decorated with items you can buy at their site and the tables were decorated by one of my favorite stores, Ikea. At the end of the event, they raffled off a table setting to take home from a choice of two (both were absolutely … [Read more...]
Broke-ology | A Must See Play!
November 17, 2009 by Leave a Comment
My mom and I recently went to see Broke-ology. Never heard of it? It's basically a fantastic play about a family that goes through life in the ghetto streets of Kansas City and they try to figure out what to do with their future. Drama happens here and there but they stick together as a family, no matter what. The play is directed by the same person that directed "In the Heights" (another great play), Thomas Kail. After hearing so many great things about the play, I was really excited … [Read more...]
Trident and Smiles Across America
November 16, 2009 by 1 Comment
Ten days ago, I was involved in an online briefing among other bloggers with actress Jennie Garth and Dr. Dan Jones. The purpose of the briefing was to learn about the campaign called Smiles Across America®, which is the signature program from Oral Health America that supports dental services to thousands of children in underserved communities nationwide. We wanted to help spread the word about oral care and education for your kids. Did you know that 51 million school hours were missed last … [Read more...]
The Blind Side | Review & Giveaway
November 14, 2009 by 9 Comments
The Blind Side is an upcoming film with Sandra Bullock, Tim McGraw and Kathy Bates. It's based on a true story about a young African American, Oher, that is taken in by the Touhys, a well-to-do family who helps him fulfill his potential on and off the football field. At the same time they are helping him, Oher’s is leading them to some instinctive self-discoveries of their own. Living in his new environment, the teen faces a completely different set of challenges to overcome. As a football … [Read more...]
HP Photosmart NYC Blogger’s Demo
November 13, 2009 by 2 Comments
Last Sunday, I joined other bloggers to preview the new HP Photosmart Web Printer. It was a very intimate blogger's event that showcased the newest member of the HP family. It is the HP Photosmart Premium TouchSmart Web All-in-One Printer and it's the world's first web-connected home printer. The features are amazing. The one feature that struck me was that you can have your photos printed straight from the cell phone right to the printer. I never thought, in a million years that a … [Read more...]
Lopez Tonight With George Lopez
November 9, 2009 by 2 Comments
Are you a fan of George Lopez? Well if you are, then you’ll love his brand, new talk show on TBS called Lopez Tonight. This show marks the first time a Latino will host a late night talk show, joining Arsenio Hall as an elite group of minorities to do so. Lopez Tonight premieres tonight, November 10, 2009 on TBS at 11/10c. Tonight you will see "Desperate Housewives" actress Eva Longoria Parker, talk show host and "American Idol" judge Ellen DeGeneres, NBA all-star Kobe Bryant and rock … [Read more...]
Disney•Pixar’s Up | Movie Review
November 9, 2009 by 1 Comment
About the movie: An exhilarating, hilarious and heartfelt animated adventure comes home when Disney•Pixar’s Up arrives on Blu-ray™ Hi-Def and DVD on November 10, 2009 from Walt Disney Studios Home Entertainment. Blending inspired whimsy with powerful emotion, the hugely successful feature film is an artistic and entertaining tour de force for the entire family. Up is available in a four-disc Blu-ray Combo Pack, and a two-disc DVD, which both include DisneyFile, a digital copy of the movie … [Read more...]
EA Naughty or Nice Event in NYC
November 6, 2009 by 2 Comments
A couple of weeks ago, my four year old and I had the pleasure of attending the EA Naughty or Nice event in New York City. The EA team was there showcasing new games from all their labels; EA Sports, EA Games and EA Play. It was held at a swanky club called The Providence Nightclub in the West Side on 57th St. This was my first time in the club so I was amazed. In every corner, I saw “toy” bags filled with fake gifts that were labeled Naughty or Nice to represent the games that were on … [Read more...]
“Flu-Free and a Mom-to-Be” Event with Dr. Ashley Roman
November 4, 2009 by Leave a Comment
"Protect Yourself. Protect Your Baby. Get your Flu Shot." This is the motto for their new campaign for Healthywomen.org. Ten days ago, I attended a flu protection meeting with other mom bloggers and Dr. Ashley Roman, a Clinical Assistant Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at New York University School of Medicine and Assistant Clicnical Professor at Yale University. It was held at City Treehouse, an indoor play place filled with different activities and a huge slide for kids under … [Read more...]
Lloyd Dobler Takes Over NYC on 11/3 to Celebrate the 20th Anniversary DVD & Blu-ray release of SAY ANYTHING…
November 2, 2009 by Leave a Comment
A “Mobler” Effect Like No Other Takes Over New York City November 3 Celebrating the Say Anything… 20th Anniversary Edition Blu-ray And DVD Release From Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment. WHAT: Grab a trench coat and boombox and join the “Mobler” in Times Square! The 20th anniversary of Cameron Crowe’s directorial debut and enduring classic Say Anything…, starring John Cusack (2012) and Ione Skye (Fever Pitch), will be commemorated in true 80s style in the heart of New York City. … [Read more...]
