Safe Firework(Fourth) Celebrations in Los Angeles Areas

We will be at The American Legion in the City of Monterey Park....

http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=229495260395853

Join us in celebrating our Independence Day!

American Legion will be open for BBQ hot dogs and hamburgers, a cold beer and great seats in viewing the City of Monterey Park's fireworks display!

Want to park in our lot? Arrive early and pay $5.00

The Auxiliary will also be providing face painting (by Agaperabba), candied apples, popcorn, cotton candy and patriotic goodies such as hats, pins, flags and more!

“America, we love you” is the theme for this year’s spectacular Independence Day Celebration, to be held from 3 p.m. – 10:00 p.m. at Barnes Park, (350 S. McPherrin Avenue). The day will feature entertainment, food, and fun for the entire family. Patriotic activities include children's crafts, music by the Monterey Park Concert Band, the announcement of the July 4th Poster Contest winners, and the introduction of new citizens and Military families. New U.S. citizens and Military families are encouraged to contact the Special Events Manager or at (626) 307-1388 to be included in the program. The day will conclude with a stirring Firework Show at 9:00 p.m.

Additional parking has been reserved at Repetto School (650 S. Grandridge Ave) and St. Stephens Church (320 W. Garvey Avenue) for the event.

Approximate schedule for 2011 at the park

3:00 PM BBQ and Fun at the Legion
Food Booths Open, Crafts & Games begin at the Park
4:00 PM Band
5:15 PM Poster Contest Winners, New Citizens, Military Families, and Dignitaries
6:30 PM Band (Classic Rock and R&B hits)
8:00 PM Golden Stars Sky Diving Team Demonstration
8:15 PM Band
9:00 PM Firework Spectacular - Please note - Ramona Avenue will be closed around 7:30 p.m. until the conclusion of the firework show.

Please stop by and get face painted, eat a burger, talk with a Vet or have a soda or adult beverage before watching the firework display!

If you can't make it, here are a few other options:



July 3

Avalon
Isthmus Cove Barge
9:00 p.m.

Cudahy
Cudahy Park
5220 Santa Ana St. (Field that backs up to the Riverbed)
9:00 p.m.

La Mirada
La Mirada High School (Soccer Field)
13520 Adelfa Ave.
9:00 p.m.

La Puente Park
501 N. Glendora Ave.
9:00 p.m.

Norwalk
Cerritos College
12350 Imperial Highway (Parking Lot)
9:00 p.m.

South El Monte
South El Monte High School
1001 N. Durfee Ave.
9:00 p.m.

July 4

Alhambra
Almansor Park
800 S. Almansor St.
Fireworks begin at 9 p.m.
See the show from anywhere in the park. Limited parking, so arrive early.
Bring your own picnic or purchase food from various Youth Group Food Vendors. http://www.cityofalhambra.org/government/Fireworks.html

Artesia
Artesia Community Park
12000 block of South Street / Elaine
Admission is free
9:00 p.m.

Baldwin Park
Sierra Vista High School
3600 Frazier Ave. (Field behind bleachers)
9:00 p.m.

Burbank
Starlight Bowl
1249 Lockheed View Drive
Celebrate America and our heritage at this fun and festive Independence Day event for the entire family. Join the Starlight Bowl and The United States Air Force for an evening of great entertainment filled with surprises. See a flyover, the induction of new enlistees, United States Air Force Veteran Daniel Rutherford singing the National Anthem, Surfin’ USA, The Burbank Philharmonic Orchestra and of course the best fireworks show in Los Angeles.
Gates open at 5:30 p.m.
Entertainment from 6:30 - 9:00 p.m.
Fireworks - 9:00 p.m http://www.starlightbowl.com/july4.html

Calabasas
Calabasas High School
22855 W. Mulholland Hwy.
9:00 p.m.

Castaic Lake
Castaic Lake Recreation Area (Lower Lake)
32132 Castaic Lake
9:00 p.m.

Cerritos
Cerritos High School
12500 E. 183rd Street
9:00 p.m.

Claremont
Pomona College (Hammer Throw Field)
6th Street / N. Mills
9:00 p.m.

Commerce
Rosewood Park (Parking lot of Youth Center)
2535 Commerce Way
9:00 p.m.

Culver City 4401 Elenda Street (Culver City High School)
9:00 p.m.
invite you to attend our annual Fourth of July fireworks show at Culver City High School. Gates open at 5PM, entertainment begins at 6:30PM, and the fireworks start at 9PM. and the The
if you'd like to see a map of the vicinity. Parking is available in nearby lots for $5 per car. Enter those lots off of Braddock Dr. at Huron Ave., two blocks east of Sepulveda Blvd.Culver City High School is located at 4401 Elenda Street.
For 55 years the Exchange Club of Culver City has been dedicated to bettering the lives of our community's children with a special focus on the prevention of child abuse. The suggested donation of $2 per person (children under 5 are free) will help us continue those efforts.
If you're hungry you'll be able to purchase hotdogs, soda, and Kettle Corn. You can also get tickets for the Exchange Club's raffle, which features grand prizes of an LCD flat screen tv and $100 gift certificates good at Westfield Fox Hills Mall! There will be great live music, too.
Please note that you are not allowed to bring alcohol or fireworks of any kind onto the school grounds.
http://culvercityfireworksshow.com/

Diamond Bar
Diamond Bar High School - Baseball Field
21400 E. Pathfinder Rd. (Pathfinder & Brea Canyon)
9:00 p.m.

Gardena
Rowley Park (Baseball Field)
13220 S. Van Ness Ave.
9:00 p.m.

Hansen Dam
11770 Foothill Blvd.
Lake View Terrace
4th of July Celebration at Hansen Dam is in its 17th year and is a free fun- filled family Cultural Affair which includes Gourmet Food Trucks, Music, Raffles & Prizes, Free Water Slide Kid Zone and other entertainment, which culminates with one of the most dramatic fireworks displays in the area.
Visit the kids zone sponsored by Shrek The Musical coming to the Pantages Theatre July 12-31. Get to the Hansem Dam July 4th, 2011 between 12-1PM to see Shrek perform live on the main stage!
$10.00 (Parking lot fills fast, please arrive early to secure a good spot)
Monday, July 4th 11:00 pm http://www.hansen4th.com/home/index.php

Hollywood
Hollywood Bowl
2301 North Highland Ave.
July 4th Fireworks Spectacular with special guests Daryl Hall & John Oates
Saturday, July 2, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
Sunday, July 3, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
Monday, July 4, 2011, 7:30 p.m.
323.850.2000 http://www.hollywoodbowl.com/tickets/performance-detail.cfm?id=4229

Huntington Beach Main St. from Pacific Coast Highway to Ellis
July 4, 2011 4th of July Parade - The biggest parade west of the Mississippi for Independence Day includes an entire day of fun. The parade begins on Pacific Coast Highway at Main Street at 10 a.m. and travels up Main Street to Gothard Street, usually lasting about 2.5 hours. Time: 10 a.m. Location: Main Street from Pacific Coast Highway to Ellis.
FIREWORKS AT THE BEACH
PANCAKE BREAKFAST
SURF CITY RUN & VENDOR EXPO
VENDOR EXPO
Those Guys, band - at Perqs Nite Club. Time: 7 p.m. Location: 117 Main St. Huntington Beach, CA. Phone: (714) 960-9996.
http://www.huntingtonbeachevents.com/calendar.html#4th_of_July_Information

Huntington Park
Salt Lake Park (Northwest Soccer Field)
3401 E. Florence Blvd.
9:00 p.m.

La Crescenta
Crescenta Valley High School
2900 Community Ave.
Entrance is via La Crescenta Elementary
Tickets are $5 each; children under 2 get in for free.
9:00 p.m. http://www.cvfireworks.com/

La Habra
La Habra High School (Baseball Field)
801 Highlander
9:00 p.m.

Lancaster
Antelope Valley Fairgrounds
2551 West Ave H http://www.avfair.com/

Lancaster
Lancaster Municipal Stadium
2400 W. Avenue I
Lancaster
6:55 p.m. and 9:00 p.m.

Long Beach
The Queen Mary
1126 Queen's Highway
Join us for a day of fun in the sun and an unforgettable 4th of July celebration. The day’s festivities include entertainment throughout the day:
• Strolling performers, Balloon Artists, Face Painters and Uncle Sam!
• On the main stage you can groove to the tunes of Flattop Tom & His Jump Cats, an energetic and dynamic band playing blues and swing (12:00 p.m. & 4:00 p.m.)
• GRAMMY Nominated, Lisa Haley and the Zydekats, one of the most joyful Americana/Cajun/Zydeco acts on tour today (4:30 p.m. & 8:30 p.m.)
• Dance the night away on the Verandah Deck located on the stern of the ship with a DJ Craig playing your favorite dance mixes from Classic Rock and Roll and Disco to the hottest jams of today (7:00 p.m. to 11:00 p.m.)
• Fireworks at 9:00 p.m.
http://www.queenmary.com/July-Fourth.aspx

Lynwood
Lynwood City Park
Baseball Field
11301 Bullis Rd.
9:00 p.m.

Malibu (Private)
Barge off the Coast
80 Malibu Colony Road
9:00 p.m.

Malibu (Private)
Barge off the Coast
21528 Pacific Coast Highway
9:00 p.m.

Malibu (Private)
Barge off the Coast
27910 Pacific Coast Highway
9:00 p.m.

Malibu (Private)
Barge off the Coast
22338 Pacific Coast Highway
9:00 p.m.

Pacific Palisades
Palisades Charter High School
15777 Bowdoin Street
July 4th
Entertainment 6:30 p.m.
Fireworks 9:00 p.m. http://palisadesparade.org/Fireworks.php

Pasadena
Rose Bowl
"Americafest 2011"
Family Fun Festival & Food Court on Area H
6:00 pm
7:00 pm
9:05 pm
Active Military with ID FREE
http://www.rosebowlstadium.com/RoseBowl_Americafest.php

Pico Rivera
Meller Elementary School (West grass area)
6016 Rosemead Blvd.
9:00 p.m.

Pomona
Pomona Fairplex
1101 W. McKinley
Pomona
It’s the 25th annual fireworks spectacular at Fairplex. Monster trucks and motoX extreme get the crowd cheering and the stupendous fireworks are the grand finale. The nighttime programming is a crowd pleaser and has played to a sold-out audience since its inception in 2002. It puts the boom in KABOOM!
The FMX riders delivering the colossal speed, moves, jumps and spins are the amazing Jimmy Fitzpatrick, Jeff Griffin, Julian Dusseau and Nick Dunn. And, then the dusty big boys appear led by Bounty Hunter, Iron Outlaw, Time Fly's, Fired Up and Obsession. Drivers navigate these behemoths weighing between 9-11 thousand pounds perched on 66 inch tires kicking up the dust and excitement levels exponentially.
*Please note that all riders and drivers are subject to change without notice.
Monster Truck and Big Air Free style Motocross 8 p.m.
Fireworks Spectacular 9:20 p.m. (Gates open at 5 p.m.)
Tickets are available online and at the kiosk at the Fairplex Credentials Office weekdays from 10 a.m. - 5:30 p.m. beginning Monday, May 9 –July 4 (or until sold out).Reserved Box Seats $19.50
Trackside Bleachers $17.50
General Seating $15
Buffet at Top of the Park $45
Free, ages 2 and younger
http://www.fairplex.com/fp/eventscalendar/kaboom.asp

Porter Ranch
Porter Ranch
Welcome to the 13th Annual 4th of July Spectacular presented by Shepherd of the Hills Church and Shapell Homes; one the largest 4th of July shows in all of Southern California. This event features an aerial fireworks presentation, inflatable "moon bounces" for the kids and a wide variety of local food vendors. In addition, we will have a Civil Air Patrol Cadets color guard presentation honoring military service men and women.
When: July 4, Gates open at 4:30
Cost: Free
Parking: Free http://www.theshepherd.org/4th

Redondo Beach
Seaside Lagoon
200 Portofino Way, Redondo Beach
Gates open at 2:00, Fireworks at 9:00 p.m.
Kids 4th Annual Freedom Parade at 7:00, Live Entertainment until 10:00 p.m. http://www.redondofireworks.com/

Rosemead
Rosemead Park
9200 Mission Avenue
9:00 p.m.

South Gate
South Gate Park
Corner of Pinehurst and Tweedy
9:00 p.m.

Sunland-Tujunga
Verdugo Hills High School
10625 Plainview Ave.
4:00 to 10:00 p.m. http://stnc.org/

Torrance
Barge off Coast of Torrance Beach
Palos Verdes and Via Rivera.
9:00 p.m.

Whittier (Private)
Friendly Hills Country Club
8500 Villa Verde Drive / Mar Vista
9:00 p.m.

Woodland Hills
Warner Park
5800 Topanga Canyon Blvd.
Entertainment starts at 6 p.m.
Fireworks at 9 p.m. http://valleycultural.org/dennis-p-zines-july-4th-extravaganza-july-4/

Summer

Welcome to summer! We hope your outdoor parties are a huge success with water games, outdoor adventures and great family fun! More ideas to come but for your specific party check out our website www.agaperabba.com and call us for next party!

Happy New Year 1.1.11

It's a brand new year.

A brand new chance to start fresh in choices, chances and Christ.

Yes, I know this is my party planning blog, but Christ is part of every party that I plan or entertain at, in my actions (God willing) and my motivation. He gives me the courage to enter into a strangers home and create a connection with this family in participating in their very important and special events. I adore my job. It's giving me life long friends as well as many, many clients that I would do just about anything for.

So, thank you all and hopefully we will start our 11th year of business with a bang!

1.1.11 11th Anniversary!

Fun Christmas Craft for Kids

Christmas Crafts for Kids - Reindeer Craft Treat Holder

A Reindeer craft that kids can make and give as a gift.
These whimsical little reindeer can serve as place card holders
for a holiday table, party favors, or give a large reindeer as a gift,
filled with the recipients favorite candy!

They are an easy and inexpensive craft for classrooms or scout troops.


You'll Need:
Scissors
Craft glue, glue stick or glue dots
Terracotta clay pots; 2"-5"
Plastic eyes
Red pom-poms (glitter pom-poms are a fun addition!)
Three shades of brown craft foam, cardstock paper or construction paper;
we combined all three to make our reindeer family.


parts pictured for the large reindeer
2 antlers
2 large ears
2 small ears
2 eyes
one red nose

How to Make It:
First, with one shade of brown, cut the antlers to match the size of
your pot. If you are making the larger reindeer, use a child's handprint as pattern. Then, cut the ears with the other brown. We used a lighter shade of brown to add yet another layer to the ears but that's not necessary.

Attach they ears to the back of the pot. Then add the antlers.

Glue the eyes and nose the front. Fill the pot with candy, nuts or other goodies. It's that simple!

90th Birthday Roaring 20's Style

I'm excited to be helping plan my Grandmother's 90th birthday party in January!

The theme has been set: Roaring 20's !!

I'm exicited to share with all my readers the process and the final day, so stay tuned.

Twitter Party Tips of the Day - November 2010

Party tip of the day: November 2010

Party tip of the day: Keep the party manageable, try to keep a 5 kids to 1 adult ratio unless of course u hire professionals like Agaperabba!

Party tip of the day: Now is a great time to start planning ur Christmas open house! A fantastic way to enjoy company throughout the day!

Party tip of the day: Jumpers are a great add to a party but bring your child flip flops so they won't b running around on the cold floor in socks

We offer Party planning and event entertainment for all occasions! Call to book your birthday or Christmas party today! www.agaperabba.com

Party tip of the day: Flowers can be a beautiful add-on to your event but think thru the size of centerpiece, table length etc. before u buy!

Party tip of the day: 1 of 25 kids have food allergies, don't forget to talk with the parents before you plan a meal full of nuts, eggs & milk!

Party tip of the day: Please,Please cover your rental tables! Go to the 99 cent store,buy disposables,it will bring color & safety to the event!

Party tip of the day: Always make a few extra goodie bags just in case you have a sibling or extra guest! Don't use them, donate to a shelter

Party tip of the day: Order your birthday supplies earlier, if ordering them online that way you don't any added stress to your day :)

Addition to today's party tip: Entertainers can only entertain so many kids at one time, so please don't expect 40 kids to be painted in 1 hr.

Party tip of the day: PLEASE DON'T tell your entertainers 20 kids guests and actually have 40 show up! Most work on a per kid & hourly basis

Party tip of the day: With Thanksgiving approaching don't forget to include the kids in the cooking, prep and the event all together!

Party tip of the day: Don't keep up with the Joneses! Your 2 year old will not remember that you spent $1000 on a party! Spend wisely!

Party tip of the day: think outside of the box when choosing invitations! Odd is different and can be awesome!

Veteran's Day Freebies

In honor of our Veterans, several companies offer discounts and freebies!

2010 Veteran’s Day Free Meals and Discounts

2010 Free Veterans Day Meals

Applebees – free meal, Thursday, Nov. 11: Military veterans and active-duty Service Members will be able to eat free at any Applebee’s across the U.S. on Veteran’s Day, Thursday, Nov. 11, 2010. There will be 7 entrées to choose from. Guests will be asked to show one or more of the following as proof of service: U.S. Uniform Services ID Card (active/reserve/retired), Current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES), Photograph in uniform, Wearing uniform, Veterans Organization Card (e.g., American Legion and VFW), or DD214. For more information and participating locations visit: http://www.applebees.com/vetsDay/default.aspx.

McCormick & Schmick’s Seafood Restaurants – free lunch or dinner, Sunday Nov 7: McCormick & Schmick’s is celebrating their 12th annual Veteran’s Appreciation Event on Sunday, November 7. Veterans will be able to choose a complimentary lunch or dinner entrée on Sunday, November 7. Some of the special offerings include Cashew-Crusted Tilapia, Grilled Atlantic Salmon, Seafood Fettuccini Alfredo and Cedar-Planked Salmon. Eligible veterans include anyone who served in the active military, naval, or air service, and who was discharged or released under conditions other than dishonorable. Veterans must provide proof of military service in the form of an active, retired, or reserve ID card, VA Card, VFW Card, American Legion Card, discharge papers, DD214 or other Veterans ID. For more information visit: M&S Veterans Appreciation Day.

Golden Corral – free meal, Monday Nov. 15: The 9th annual Golden Corral Military Appreciation dinner will be held on Monday, November 15, 2010 from 5 pm to 9 pm in all Golden Corral Restaurants nationwide. The free “thank you” dinner is available to any person who has ever served in the United States Military. If you are a veteran, retired, currently serving, in the National Guard or Reserves, you are invited to participate in Golden Corral’s Military Appreciation Monday dinner. For more information visit http://www.goldencorral.com/military/.
Special thanks to Golden Corral: To date, Golden Corral restaurants have provided over 2.2 million free meals and contributed over $3.3 million to the Disabled American Veterans organization.

Chili’s – free meal, Thursday, Nov. 11. Chili’s is offering all military veterans past and present their choice of one of 6 meals. This offer is available during business hours on November 11, 2010 at participating Chili’s in the U.S. only. Dine-in from limited menu only; beverages and gratuity not included. Veterans and active duty military simply show proof of military service. See flier for more information.

Hooters – free Meal, Thursday, Nov. 11. Hooter’s is serving up a free meal to military veterans all day on Veterans Day. Offer good for all veterans and active duty military personnel. Choose one of the new specialty items on the Hooter’s menu. Offer valid at participating Hooters only; open to all active duty and military veterans with valid military ID orproof of military service. Drink purchase required. For more information, visit, www.HootersVeteransDay.com.

Outback Steakhouse – free Bloomin’ Onion and Beverage, Thursday, Nov. 11. Outback Steakhouse is honoring America’s military veterans by offering active duty military and veterans a free Bloomin’ Onion and beverage of choice (one non-alcoholic drink). This offer is available to the following Military Personnel who have one of the following forms of identifications on November 11, 2010: U.S Uniform Services Identification Card, U.S Uniform Services Retired Identification Card, Current Leave and Earnings Statement (LES), DD form 214 Veterans Organization Card (i.e., American Legion and VFW), Photograph in Uniform, Wearing Uniform. For more information, visit, http://www.outback.com/pressroom/pr_101018.aspx.

Uno Chicago Grill, Thursday, Nov. 11. Uno’s is offering a free entree or individual pizza with a purchase of an entree or pizza of equal or greater value. Offer good for all military for veterans and active duty military. ID or proof of service required: Show up in uniform (if your service permits), provide military ID, show a picture of yourself in uniform, or have other ID showing proof of service. More info here.

America’s Incredible Pizza Company, Thursday, Nov. 11. Two Missouri locations are offering thanks to our nation’s veterans by offering a free meal from 4:00 pm – 8:00 pm on Veterans Day, Thursday, November 11, 2010. This free dinner is a way of saying thank you and includes an unlimited buffet and drink at either location in Saint Louis or Saint Peters, Missouri. Note: America’s Incredible Pizza Company operates franchises, so this offer may only be limited to the locations listed.

Texas Roadhousefree meal, Thursday, Nov. 11. Offer varies by location; our local Texas Roadhouse is offering a free meal from opening until 4pm. Other locations may vary in offer, hours, or availability. Call ahead to your local restaurant for more information.

Krispy Kreme – Free doughnut. Available only at participating Krispy Kreme stores. Offer available to all active-duty, retirees & veterans on Thursday November 11th. Be sure to call ahead to verify your local Krispy Kreme is participating.

T.G.I. Friday’s – Buy one get one free Nov 11-14. At participating locations for anyone with an old or current military ID. November 11-14. Hat tip to Military Wives Saving.

Subway – Free Six Inch Sub. Many subway locations offer a free six inch sub to military veterans on Veteran’s Day. However, Subway restaurants are franchises, so this offer may only be available in select locations. Please contact your local Subway for more information regarding Veteran’s day specials.

Boston’s Gourmet Pizza – free individual pizza. All military veterans and active duty military personnel can enjoy an FREE individual one topping pizza this Veteran’s Day 5-7 PM! There are two Boston’s Gourmet Pizza & Sports Bar locations in the Denver area. The Highlands Ranch location is just off of C-470 and Broadway, at 53 W. Centennial Blvd. The newly re-opened Parker location is just off of C-470 and Parker Road at 19340 E Cottonwood Dr.

Barmuda – free meal. Barmuda is offering a free meal to all active duty members and veteran’s in all restaurants. More information.

Home Depot and Lowes Coupon Updates
Update: Home Depot and Lowes 10% Military Discount Available Everyday.

Home Depot: The Home Depot(R) is offering all active duty personnel, reservists, retired military, veterans and their families a 10 percent discount off their purchases in honor of Veteran’s Day. The offer is valid on purchases of up to $2,000 for a maximum of $200 and is available at The Home Depot stores, The Home Depot Design Center locations, Yardbirds and EXPO Design Center(R) locations. The 10% discount is available everyday for active duty and retirees, but not veterans. Home Depot makes this offer available to all veterans on most military holidays.

Lowes: Lowe’s Companies, Inc. will offer all active, reserve, honorably discharged, retired military personnel and their immediate family members a 10 percent discount on in-store U.S. purchases made during the Veterans Day holiday. The discount is available Nov. 6 – Nov. 11. The discount is available on in-stock and special order purchases up to $5,000. To qualify, individuals must present a valid military ID or other proof of service. Excluded from the discount are sales via Lowes.com, previous sales, and purchases of services or gift cards. Like Home Depot, Lowes offers this discount daily to active duty military members, but not to veterans. However, they extend the offer to military veterans on military holidays.

Free Park Admission for Veterans Day

Colonial Williamsburg Free Admission. Colonial Williamsburg honors America’s Veterans with a procession down Duke of Gloucester Street, 4:30 p.m., beginning at the Capitol. The parade culminates in a public ceremony, with militia and cannon crew firing volleys in recognition of those who serve. Hear Colonial Williamsburg’s Fifes and Drums, and speakers from past and present. Active duty military, guard and reservists, retirees, veterans and their dependents enjoy free admission passes on the following dates: Nov. 6-11.

Knotts Berry Farm Military Tribute Days – Free Admission. Knott’s Berry Farm has an annual Military Tribute where they offer military members past and present by offering free park admission. This year the Military Tribute Days run from November 1 – 25 November (Thanksgiving Day). Veterans or current serving military personnel plus one guest get in FREE with proper ID presented at Knott’s turnstile (DD214, Veterans Administration Hospital ID or Active Military Service ID). Purchase up to six additional tickets for just $15 each. More info.

Fee Free Day at National Parks. To honor America’s service men and women, Secretary of the Interior Ken Salazar today announced that areas managed by the department would not charge entrance fees on Thursday, November 11, 2010. Over 100 national Parks will be participating in this event. More information.

Free Admission Anheuser-Busch Parks for Military Members
Here's to the Heroes
Anheuser-Busch Parks. Anheuser-Busch Parks offers Active Duty Service Members free admission for them and up to 3 dependents to any of their parks once a year. Throughout 2010, members of the military and as many as three direct dependents may enter SeaWorld, Busch Gardens or Sesame Place parks with a single-day complimentary admission. The Here’s to the Heroes program is only available to Any active duty, activated or drilling reservist, or National Guardsman. For more information and to register, visit: http://www.herosalute.com/states/overview.html.

Eligible parks include:
Adventure Island
Busch Gardens Tampa Bay or Williamsburg
SeaWorld Orlando, San Diego, or San Antonio
Sesame Place
Water Country USA
Not valid at Discovery Cove and Aquatica. Christmas Town at Busch Gardens in Williamsburg, Va. is not included as part of this program.
Bed and Breakfast for Vets
In the second year of the program, B&Bs for Vets has organized over 800 participating Bed and Breakfasts and Inns across the US and Canada will be offering veterans a free night’s stay on November 10th, the night before Veterans Day. This offer is available to both active duty military members and veterans with ID, but space is limited. Each Inn and B&B has at least one room available for this promotion and reservations must be made directly through the participating Inns and B&Bs. For more information visit B&Bs for Vets.

Free Hugo® Canes for Veterans.
Sam’s Club® locations nationwide will distribute 36,000 Hugo® canes free of charge on November 10th, 11th and 12th, 2010 to U.S. military veterans in need of mobility assistance. Limited quantities available, while supplies last. Sam’s Club® Membership is not required, but proof of military service may be required. For more information, visit HugoSalutes.com.

More discounts:

Build-A-Bear Workshop stores. 20% discount from November 11 – 15th for active-duty military. Get $10 OFF orders $50 or more at Build-A-Bear Workshop® use coupon code 95309 at check out Click here!

Sport Clips – FREE haircut to active-duty military & veterans. Offer only available at select locations. Please call to verify local participation.
Dollar General. 10% discount on entire purchase on Veteran’s Day. Offer good for all active-duty military, retirees, veterans, Guard/Reserve, & immediate family members. More info.

Sleep Number Stores. Free travel pillow to all active duty military & retirees now through Nov. 14. Find your “sleep number” setting, and get a free pillow – easy!
Cabela’s. Cabela’s is giving their standard employee discount to all US military veterans, active duty military, Guard/Reserves, law enforcement, fire and EMS personnel on Nov. 11-12. Discount varies from 5% to 50%, depending on the item. (I received this information from an active duty military member who forwarded an e-mail that was distributed base wide, however, I have not been able to confirm this; please contact Cabela’s before assuming this offer is in place).

Jos. A. Bank Veteran’s Day coupons:
All Executive suits $177, 2nd $57 – Lowest prices this year for suits! You save $866 when you buy 2!
All Traveler and Signature Suits $377, 2nd $97
All Joseph & Signature Gold Suits $577, 2nd $197
ALL SPORTCOATS, BLAZERS AND DRESS PANTS 50% OFF
JOS A BANK VETERANS DAY SALE ORDERS $175+ SHIP FREE Valid: NOVEMBER 11, 2010.
Valid: November 11, 2010

End of October

October is ending and that means the holiday sesaon is upon us!

Thanksgiving means family, birthdays and cooking! I'm going to try to spend November sending you all some yummy recipes, fun activities and some inspriation for those that are missing family members or don't have any at all.

Looking for something? Let me know and I'll be happy to provide it!

Don't forget that the holidays book up quickly so if you are interested in our services for your company, family or event, call and book today!

YIKES! Alternatives....

It's hard to believe how fast time can pass and I don't post. No reason really, busy, lazy, sick, new activities, daily grind...you name it, you choose the reason.

So, that dreaded season of halloween is upon us :( . As I've stated before, we do not celebrate, but to each their own.

Just in case your looking for something safe and different to do with the kids, here are a few SoCal Harvest Festivals going on:

Faith Community Church
West Covina
The Best Festival
10/31/10
www.go2faith.com

Cornerstone
Anaheim Hills
Harvest Fest
10/31/10
www.mycornerstoneconnection.com

Knott Avenue Christian Church
Anaheim
Mega Night
10/29/10
http://www.kacc.com

Companerismo Cristiano Forsquare
Downey
Harvest Festival
10/31/10
www.companerismo.org

Sea Coast Grace
Cypress
Trunk or Treat
10/31/10
www.seacoastgrace.org/

First Baptist Church
Downey
Trunk or Treat
10/31/10
www.fbcdowney.com

Saddleback Church
Lake Forest
Blocktober
10/31/10
www.saddleback.com

Florence Avenue Four Square
Sante Fe Springs
Harvest Fest
10/31/10
http://www.fafc.org/

Calvary Chapel
Fullerton
Harvest Fest
10/31/10
www.calvaryfullerton.org/

Abundant Hope Christian Center
Downey
Harvest Hoedown
10/31/10
www.abundanthopechristiancenter.com

Trinity United Presbyterian
Santa Ana
Fall Festival
10/31/10
www.trinityconnection.com/

Faith Community Church of the Nazarene
Yorba Linda
Harvest Shindig
10/27/10
http://www.fcnaz.org/Faith_Community.html

Brea Olinda Friends Church
Brea
Fall Feast
10/31/10
http://brea-olindafriends.weebly.com/calendar.html

Yorba Linda Friends Church
Yorba Linda
Family Fun Fest
10/31/10
http://ylfc.org

Mission Viejo Christian Church
Mission Viejo
Harvest Festival
10/31/10
http://mvcchome.org/

Our Savior Lutheran Church
Arcadia
Harvest Fest
10/31/10
www.oslcarcadia.com

Hillside Community Church
Rowland Heights
Harvest Festival
10/31/10
www.churchofthenazarene.org

Calvary Chapel
Downey
Fear Not Fest
10/31/10
http://www.ccdowney.com/home/

St. Stephen's of the Valley Lutheran
Palmdale
Harvest Festival
10/31/10
http://www.ssov.org/

Taft Avenue Community Church
Orange
Family Fall Festival
10/31/10
http://www.taftavenue.org/

A Calvary Chapel BendiZion Ministry
Sylmar
Sylmar's Harvest Festival
10/31/10
www.bendizion.com

College Ave. Church of the Nazerene
Whittier
Trunk or Treat
10/31/10
http://www.cacnaz.org/

The Garden Church
Chatsworth
Carnival Fair
10/31/10
www.TheGarden.cc

Wilshire Avenue Community
Fullerton
Trunk of Treat
10/31/10
www.wilshireave.com

Compass Church
Laguna Niguel
Fall Feast
10/31/10
http://www.compasschurch.org/

Christian Mission Church
27812 Forbes Rd. Laguna Niguel
Harvest Festival
10/31/10
more info 949-212-1025

Calvary Chapel Chino ValleyTrunk or Treat 6:30pm
12205 Pipeline Ave
Chino, CA 91710
http://calvaryccv.org

Light The Night Halloween Alternative
Free candy, free train rides, carnival games for the preschoolers and elementary age kids and more!
Date: Sunday October 31 2010
Time: 5pm to 8pm
Venue: Calvary Chapel Bakersfield
Address: 6501 Schirra Court
City: Bakersfield State:CA Zip:93313
Phone: 661-397-6000
Website: www.westbrook.org

Out of Darkness
Music, food, games, and more.
Date: Sunday October 31 2010
Time: 3:30pm to 9pm
Venue: Calvary Pico Rivera
Address: 8110 Paramount Blvd.
City: Pico Rivera State:CA Zip:90660
Phone: 562-777-5134
Website: www.CalvaryPicoRivera.org

Fall Harvest Night 2010
An evening of food, Biblical-based games, and worship music.
Date: Sunday October 31 2010
Time: 5pm to 9pm
Venue: Calvary Chapel Monrovia
Address: 123 West Pomona Avenue
City: Monrovia State:CA Zip:91016
Phone: 626-359-5116
Website:

Harvest Night
Games, bounces houses, contests and prizes, food, music and more.
Date: Sunday October 31 2010
Time: 6pm to 9pm
Venue: Calvary Chapel Perris Valley
Address: 3060 Barrett Avenue
City: Perris State:CA Zip:92571
Phone: 951-943-5979
Website: www.CCperrisValley.com

The Country Bumpkin Family Fair
Petting zoo, bounce house, candy, face painting, arts and crafts, games and more.
Date: Sunday October 31 2010
Time: 4:30om to 7:30pm
Venue: Homeschool Campus OC
Address: 2987 Mesa Verde Drive
City: Costa Mesa State:CA Zip:92626
Phone: 714-549-0530
Website: www.HomeSchoolCampusOC.com

High Seas Adventure
Halloween Alternative event.
Date: Sunday October 31 2010
Time: 6pm to 9pm
Venue: Refuge
Address: 7800 Edinger Avenue
City: Huntington Beach State:CA Zip:
Phone: 714-891-9495
Website: www.RefugeFamily.com

Hallelujah Carnival
Free games, train rides, candy and much more!
Date: Sunday October 31 2010
Time: 6pm to 8pm
Venue: Oasis Community Church
Address: 23750 Alessandro Blvd.
City: Moreno Valley State:CA Zip:92553
Phone: 951-653-0737
Website: www.OasisChurchMV.com

Harvest Festival
Music, food, games, prizes and more.
Date: Sunday October 31 2010
Time: 5:30pm to 8:30pm
Venue: Christian Mission Church
Address: 27812 Forbes Road, Suite A

Sorry for any duplicates!

Enjoy and give God the glory in all that you do!
City: Laguna Niguel State:CA Zip:92677
Phone: 949-212-1025
Website: www.cmcnow.org

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