I know I’m a few days late but my road trip has put me so behind on EVERYTHING. I’m hoping to get back to the swing of things by Tuesday. We’ll see.

So without further ado, I have the newest winner of the fabulous MobiGo.

CONGRATULATIONS ANDREA!!

Andrea (love your avatar!) is our lucky winner of the newest VTech MobiGo Touch Learning System!! Please email me your shipping information to Lisa [at] newyorkchica [dot] com within 48 hours to claim your prize!

After 48 hours, I will be forced to choose another winner.

*Thank you to everyone who entered.  Please come back and check out our other giveaways that are upcoming very soon.

I apologize for being so late with choosing the winners of two giveaways that were posted on my blog.  I have a lot on my mind and I simply forgot.

So without further ado, here are the two lucky winners:

The winner of the Tyler Florence Wish-Bone Prize Pack is…

Congratulations!!!

Emily is our lucky winner of a great prize pack from Wish-Bone!! Please email me your shipping information to Lisa [at] newyorkchica [dot] com within 48 hours to claim your prize!

The winner of the General Mills Sweet & Salty Prize Pack is…

Congratulations!!!

Maybelline (What a great name!) is our lucky winner of a great prize pack from General Mills!! Please email me your shipping information to Lisa [at] newyorkchica [dot] com within 48 hours to claim your prize!

*Thank you to everyone who entered.  Please come back and check out our other giveaways that are active right now and some that are upcoming very soon.

Recently, my five year daughter and I had the opportunity to try out a brand new and fun product from V-Tech.  It’s called the MobiGo Touch Learning System. We received it over the weekend and already she’s a pro at it.  She loves it and takes it everywhere she goes.  I’m happy to say she doesn’t ask for my iPod Touch as much as before (Thank you V-Tech!).

I love that it’s portable and she can play with it anywhere. It’s especially great for those long, boring doctor appointments or long rides in the car.

Yesterday, when we were at the supermarket check-out, one of the parents I know tapped me on the shoulders and asked me where I got the MobiGo from. She said she hasn’t seen that anywhere so she was curious.  I was happy to say that I got it for review purposes only. She said she couldn’t wait to buy one for her son who just turned 3 years old.

Look at that, it’s not available until August (unless you go to Toys R Us) and there are parents waiting to get their hands on the MobiGo for their kids!

Below are several features of the MobiGo Touch Screen Learning System:

• Touch-Screen: Applying Touch control that includes tap, flick, pat and drag & drop, kids learn with fun on the same technology as parents do with their touch-screen devices.
• Educational games: From coloring, drawing and playing instruments, kids can discover a wide variety of fun and engaging learning games. MobiGo teaches a wide range of skills including math, vocabulary, spelling, logic and categorization. The slide open QWERTY keyboard introduces older kids to text typing skills.
• Downloadable Content: Additional games and content will be available for download so kids can customize their MobiGo with the latest innovative games and continue the learning and fun for years to come.
• Portable: Hand-held gaming console makes learning fun on the go for little hands and is equipped with headphone and AC adapter jacks.

The MobiGo Touch Learning System is ideal for children ages 3 to 8 years of age. Just check out my daughter with her new toy below:

(My daughter vlogging about MobiGo from New York Chica on Vimeo.)

Want to buy it?

As of yesterday, the MobiGo is available exclusively at Toys R US and on their web site. It retails for $59.99 and currently there are 11 licensed title games such as Dora the Explorer, Disney Fairies, Pixar’s Toy Story 3 and more.

GIVEAWAY

V-Tech has offered one (1) MobiGo Touch Learning System to One (1)  lucky New York Chica reader, valued at $59.99.

HOW TO ENTER

Mandatory Entries:

1. Tell me in a comment which MobiGo feature is your favorite.

2. Become an email subscriber to New York Chica by entering your email address on the right hand sidebar (after you enter your email address, check your inbox and confirm the subscription for a valid entry).

Note: In order for your additional entries to qualify, you must enter the mandatory entries first. Thank you.

FOR ADDITIONAL ENTRIES:

1. Follow @VTech on Twitter (2 entries)

2. Follow @NewYorkChica on Twitter (2 entries) (Must have 50 or more followers to qualify for this entry)

3. Tweet this (2 entries):

Win A Brand New VTech MobiGo Touch Learning System worth $60 from @newyorkchica http://bit.ly/chIzuf #giveaway #vtechtoys #MobiGo

4. “Like” V-Tech Toys on Facebook and write “I just entered to win a brand new MobiGo Touch Learning System from New York Chica – http://newyorkchica.com/2010/06/vtech-mobigo-touch-learning-system-review-and-giveaway/“ on their wall (2 entries)

5. “Like” New York Chica on Facebook (3 entries)

6. Post this on your wall on Facebook (2 entries):

Win A Brand New VTech MobiGo Touch Learning System valued at $60 from http://Newyorkchica.com

7. Add our button to your blogroll or sidebar (2 entries)

8. Leave a comment on a non-giveaway post and let us know in your comment (4 entries)

*Please note that you must comment each time for EVERY entry. For example, if you add our button, comment 2 times for that entry and let us know what the comment is for. It makes it easier for us to count the # of comments. Thank you.

Thank you for entering & Good luck!

Giveaway ends on June 30, 2010 at Midnight EST. The winner will be announced the following day with the help of RANDOM.ORG and will be contacted via email.

If the winner does not contact us within 48 hours, another winner will be chosen.

**U.S. residents only**

Disclosure: I was given a MobiGo by VTech for my review. I was allowed to keep the product, but the opinion I am sharing remains my own.  The giveaway is sponsored by V-Tech.

My family and I love our snacks.  After dinner, we like to have a sweet or salty snack to calm the savage beast within us (LOL).  We can’t help it. It’s that time to relax, watch some TV and enjoy each other’s company.  But there are times when we have nothing to snack on so I’ll drive to our local convenience store to get some much needed grub.

When I’m at the store, I tend to browse all the aisles looking for that perfect snack, especially when I’m alone.  Either I’m looking for something sweet like chocolate or something salty (and/or spicy) like chips. It’s either one of the two (when I’m “watching” my weight) or sometimes even both.

Thanks to MyBlogSpark and General Mills, I was sent a box of “Sweet and Salty” snacks to try out with my husband (and kids).  They wanted to know if the man in my life has a sweet tooth or enjoys a salty snack.  I have to say he’s a little bit of both – it just depends on his “mood”.

Below are the snacks we were sent:

* Cocoa Puffs Treats Triple Chocolate: An indulgent cereal bar that combines the great taste of Cocoa Puffs cereal and chocolate into one decadent treat, Cocoa Puffs Treats Triple Chocolate is perfect for satisfying any sweet tooth.

* Bugles Hot Buffalo: Need something salty with a bit of a kick? Look no further than Bugles Hot Buffalo Crisp Corn Snacks, which blends the taste of hot buffalo sauce with crispy corn Bugles.

* Nature Valley Oats ‘N Dark Chocolate Crunchy Granola Bars: If you want the best of both worlds, give Nature Valley Oats ‘N Dark Chocolate Crunchy Granola Bars a try. These bars mix dark chocolate pieces, oats and crisp rice nuggets for a classic crunch and burst of whole grain goodness, making them a perfect natural snack that’s high in fiber and protein, but low in saturated fat.

As soon as my husband found out that he would be helping with this review, he was thrilled.  He loves to try new foods and snacks so he made sure he tried all three.

The Cocoa Puffs were my least favorite (and my husband’s too) but my kids went wild for them. They were so happy we didn’t enjoy them as much as they did because it meant more for them.

My husband’s favorite snack were the Hot Buffalo Bugles. He said it had a great corn flavor and a spicy kick that were addicting.  He also said he couldn’t stop eating them.  It’s funny because he (almost) didn’t want to share the Bugles with the rest of us but eventually he did.  My kids, on the other hand were not big fans – they said it tasted weird. I guess that’s because they are used to the regular Bugles that I buy.  I’m a huge fan of the regular Bugles. I grew up eating them when I was a kid but these were a nice change from what I’m used to.  If you love spicy hot buffalo wings, you’ll enjoy these bugles.

Everyone enjoyed the Chocolate granola bars. They were a huge hit.  I love granola bars so to have chocolate mixed in with granola made them extra tasty and delicious.

GIVEAWAY

One (1) lucky New York Chica reader will receive the same prize pack that is pictured below.

HOW TO ENTER

Mandatory Entry: Out of these three snacks, which is the one you’re (or your significant other) more excited to try and why?

FOR ADDITIONAL ENTRIES

1. Follow me on Twitter @NewYorkChica & Tweet this:

Win a General Mills Sweet & Salty Prize Pack from @NewYorkChica Sponsored by MyBlogSpark Ends June 14 http://bit.ly/b0b0Dy #giveaway

[Leave a comment with the tweet’s url so you can get a valid entry (ex. click on the time your tweet was sent). You can Tweet ONCE A DAY. If you Tweet more than that, that entry will be disqualified. (Must have 50 or more followers on Twitter)]

2. Subscribe to New York Chica by email. Click on the link on the right sidebar to enter your email address (5 extra entries).

*Please be sure to confirm your subscription or the entries will be disqualified. If you are already a subscriber (Thank you for your loyalty, we really appreciate it!), leave us a comment with your email address telling us you are a subscriber.

3. Add our button to your sidebar or Blogroll, come back here and let us know (3 Extra Entries).

4. Leave a comment on a non-giveaway post and let us know which post (5 Extra Entries).

5. Like/Fan us on Facebook (3 extra entries).

*Please note that you must comment each time for EVERY entry. For example, if you subscribe to our updates, comment 5 times for that entry and let us know what the comment is for. It makes it easier for us to count the # of comments.

Thank you for entering & Good luck!

Giveaway ends on June 14, 2010 at Midnight EST. The winner will be announced the following day with the help of RANDOM.ORG and will be contacted via email.

If the winner does not contact us within 48 hours, another winner will be chosen.

***US residents only***

Disclosure: I received the prize pack that is pictured above. No other compensation was made. All opinions are 100% mine.

Giveaway has ended. Winner is:

CONGRATULATIONS RACHEL. PLEASE SEND ME YOUR MAILING ADDRESS TO:  Lisa [at] Newyorkchica [dot] com ASAP! Thank you to all who entered.

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John Tartaglia is an actor, singer, dancer and a well-known puppeteer for Sesame Street. He starred in the musical Avenue Q, appeared on Broadway in Shrek The Musical and in Disney’s Beauty and The Beast. He also created and starred in the Playhouse Disney series “Johnny and The Spirites.” With all those shows under his belt, he now brings to you, ImaginOcean.

ImaginOcean is a magical black-light musical for the entire family.  Chock-full of puppets, special effects and an original score that ranges from motown to swing, ImaginOcean tells the story of three best friends who just happen to be fish – Tank, Bubbles and Dorsel, and their journey through the ocean to find a scret, hidden treasure.  Jellyfish, Seahorses and even a big lovable octopus join in on the fun in this exciting show – perfect for a child’s first musical.

GIVEAWAY

One lucky New York Chica reader will win two (2) tickets to see ImaginOcean at New World Stages at 340 W 50th St.. Tickets are valid the whole month of June for performances on Wednesdays, Saturdays and Sundays.

HOW TO ENTER

Tell me what is your favorite puppet growing up? Is it from Sesame Street? The Muppets?

FOR EXTRA ENTRIES

1. Follow me on Twitter @NewYorkChica & Tweet this:

Win 2 Tickets to see ImaginOcean – An Undersea Adventure for Kids in NYC from @NewYorkChica Ends June 1st http://bit.ly/b0b0Dy #giveaway

[Leave a comment with the tweet’s url so you can get a valid entry (ex. click on the time your tweet was sent). You can Tweet ONCE A DAY. If you Tweet more than that, that entry will be disqualified. (Must have 50 or more followers on Twitter)]

2. Subscribe to New York Chica by email. Click on the link on the right sidebar to enter your email address (5 extra entries).

*Please be sure to confirm your subscription or the entries will be disqualified. If you are already a subscriber (Thank you for your loyalty, we really appreciate it!), leave us a comment with your email address telling us you are a subscriber.

3. Add our button to your sidebar or Blogroll, come back here and let us know (3 Extra Entries).

4. Leave a comment on a non-giveaway post and let us know which post (5 Extra Entries).

5. Like/Fan us on Facebook (3 extra entries).

*Please note that you must comment each time for EVERY entry. For example, if you subscribe to our updates, comment 5 times for that entry and let us know what the comment is for. It makes it easier for us to count the # of comments.

Thank you for entering & Good luck!

Giveaway ends on June 1, 2010 at Midnight EST. The winner will be announced the following day with the help of RANDOM.ORG and will be contacted via email.

If the winner does not contact us within 48 hours, another winner will be chosen.

Disclosure: Tickets were received in exchange for this post/giveaway.

***GIVEAWAY ENDED***

Winner is

CONGRATULATIONS DENISE!!!!!!

Growing up, yogurt was not a staple in my house. Since my mom did not eat it, she didn’t buy it. So since she didn’t like it, she thought I wouldn’t either.

She was right – to an extent.

The first time I tried it, I hated it. It was something I never wanted to eat again until I tried it in a smoothie. The smoothie was delicious with bananas, pineapple, strawberries, milk & of course, the star – strawberry flavored yogurt.

When I had kids, I introduced them to yogurt at a very early age so they all love yogurt by the container. My youngest, who’s five, loves yogurt especially if it’s in a fun wrapper-tube like Simply… Go-Gurt Yogurt.

When I first bought the box of Simply… Go-Gurt, my daughter immediately wanted to eat one. The flavor we brought home was mixed berry. She loved it. I loved the fact that it does not contain any artificial colors, flavors or sweeteners so I know that she is eating something that is healthy.

New Simply… Go-Gurt is made from simple ingredients moms look for and contains no high fructose corn syrup or artificial colors or flavors. Each convenient portable yogurt tube contains a good source of calcium and vitamin D. Simply stated, Simply… Go-Gurt is a good-for-you, low fat yogurt snack that you can feel good about giving to your kids.

New Simply… Go-Gurt is available in two kid-friendly flavors, Strawberry and Mixed Berry.

Yoplait has created a customized micro site filled with great tips and 30 free coupons, so the first 30 readers who click on the “Free Yogurt” tab will receive a coupon for a free package of Simply…Go-Gurt. After the 30 coupons are claimed, the micro site will include a link to a $1.10 off coupon so everyone who visits can share in the savings

Please note: This coupon offer for free Simply… Go-Gurt is not valid in some states, including California, Idaho, Louisiana, Minnesota, New Jersey, Nevada, North Dakota and Tennessee.

Giveaway

Thanks to Yoplait and MyBlogSpark, they are offering one lucky New York Chica reader their very own prize package that I received. They will receive a “Simplify Your Life” prize pack that includes a pocket Etch a Sketch, weekly planner and a seat back organizer.

How To Enter

Mandatory Entry:

Share one of your wholesome snacking tips that make your child(ren) smile.

For Additional Entries:

1. Follow us on Twitter @NewYorkChica & Tweet this:

I just entered @NewYorkChica ’s Yoplait Simply… Go-Gurt Yogurt Prize Pack Giveaway. http://bit.ly/a467cC #giveaway #newyorkchica

[Leave a comment with the tweet’s url so you can get a valid entry (ex. click on the time your tweet was sent). You can Tweet ONCE A DAY. If you Tweet more than that, that entry will be disqualified. (Must have 50 or more followers on Twitter)]

2. Subscribe to New York Chica by email. Click on the link on the right sidebar to enter your email address (5 extra entries).

*Please be sure to confirm your subscription or the entries will be disqualified. If you are already a subscriber (Thank you for your loyalty, we really appreciate it!), leave us a comment with your email address telling us you are a subscriber.

3. Add our button to your sidebar or Blogroll, come back here and let us know (3 Extra Entries).

4. Leave a comment on a non-giveaway post and let us know which post (5 Extra Entries).

5. Fan us on Facebook (3 extra entries).

*Please note that you must comment each time for EVERY entry. For example, if you subscribe to our updates, comment 5 times for that entry and let us know what the comment is for. It makes it easier for us to count the # of comments.

Thank you for entering & Good luck!

Giveaway ends on May 7, 2010 at Midnight EST. The winner will be announced the following day with the help of RANDOM.ORG and will be contacted via email.

If the winner does not contact us within 48 hours, another winner will be chosen.

**U.S. residents only**

Disclosure: The Simply… Go-Gurt, prize pack, information and additional prize pack to give away were all given to me from Yoplait through MyBlogSpark. All opinions are my own and were not influence by anyone.

Sorry for the delay folks but I was out practically all week preparing for the weekend.  My family got together this past Saturday to celebrate my grandmother’s 74th birthday at her house so I was quite the busy bee.

I just wanted to let everyone know that I truly adore my abuela (grandma). She is the world to me so spending quality time with my grandma and the rest of the family is definitely something I enjoy and will cherish for years to come.  Things like that are priceless – there’s no way you can put a price on family love. I always enjoy her company and she also enjoys everyone being there with her, especially for a special occasion such as her birthday.

FYI: If you still have your grandmother around, pick up the phone and/or visit her and don’t forget to tell her that you love her!!

On Sunday, I took my mom and my five year old to see 101 Dalmatians: The Musical at Madison Square Garden, thanks to Kim at Mominthecity.com.

The show was fantastic. My mom and my daughter had a great time; they loved the show. I just wished we saw more of the cute dalmatians.  All they did was run across the stage every now and then but it wasn’t a big deal. I just have a thing for dalmatians. The kids were phenomal.  They did a great job acting and dancing in sync.  I was very happy to have won the tickets from Kim.

Overall, it was a great weekend.

So with such a full weekend, I can honestly say that I’m officially exhausted! I even forgot to announce the winner of the $10 gift card giveaway, especially after my ramblings of my wonderful abuelita.

But anyway, here it goes…………. Drumroll please!!!!!

The winner of the $10 Walmart gift card sponsored by Olay Total Effects & MyBlogSpark is:

Congratulations Benita!!

You are New York Chica’s newest winner!!

Congratulations to…..

Tatjana!!

You are New York Chica’s newest winner. You’re gonna love the Crisco Oils Basket.

An email has been sent to the email address that you provided us with. Please contact us within 48 hours to redeem your prize.

Thank you to all who entered. Please stay tuned for other great giveaways!!