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A Better Story Starts Here Contest Rules

by Kenzie Kramer
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NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED.

HOW TO ENTER: The Contest (“Contest”) will run from 3/22/2021 at 12:00 a.m. PST to 3/31/2021 at 11:59 p.m. PST and will run on the Red Tricycle website. Any entries received after the contest has closed will not be included in the Contest. In order to enter the contest, participants are required to do the following:

  • Submit a short description of a mom who is creating a better story for themselves, their family or their community.
  • Submit their email address and the email address of the mom they’re submitting

Only online entries will be eligible. No print submissions will be accepted for entry into this Contest. Any use of automated or programmed methods of effecting entry is prohibited.

ELIGIBILITY: Open to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and District of Columbia who are 18 years of age or older at time of entry. Employees or Sponsor, their affiliates, subsidiaries, advertising and promotion agencies and their immediate family members and/or those living in the same household of each are not eligible to win the prize package.

SPONSOR: This Contest is sponsored by Once Upon a Farm (“Sponsor”). Sponsor reserves the right to cancel the Contest at any time and substitute another promotion in its place. The Sponsor is deemed to be the party providing the prize package for this Contest. The Sponsor is responsible for prize fulfillment within 30 days of the winner providing requested mailing information. If winner does not receive prize within 45 days, the winner is to email Red Tricycle for follow up (kenzie@tinybeans.go-vip.net). The winner forgoes any prizes after 180 days without follow up.

WINNERS SELECTION: Five winners will be selected within 72 hours after the close of the Contest period from among all eligible entries received during the Contest.

Winners will be determined by Red Tricycle and Sponsor. Entries for winners will be judged on the following criteria:

(50%) Quality of Submission — We’re looking for moms who have made big strides in bettering themselves, their families or their organization

(50%) Adherence to Theme – Remember, this is all about starting a better story.

Weekly winners will be selected from submissions received between the following dates: March 22, 20201 to March 31, 2021.

Winners will have 48 hours to claim their prize or a new winner will be selected. A list of winners can be requested at any time by contacting kenzie@tinybeans.go-vip.net. Red Tricycle is not responsible for electronic transmission errors resulting in omission, interruption, deletion, defect, delay in operations or transmission or alterations of entry materials, or for technical, network, telephone equipment, electronic, computer, hardware or software malfunctions or limitations of any kind, or inaccurate transmissions of or failure to receive winner’s emailed information on account of technical problems or traffic congestion on the Internet, email being inadvertently flagged as junk or other email form, or at any website or any combination thereof. Every reasonable attempt will be exhausted prior to prize forfeiture and a new winner being selected, including, but not limited to review of all sub-folders and accounts where emails may inadvertently be directed.

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Should We Continue to Celebrate Dr. Seuss?

By Gay Cioffi

 

In the past, March 2nd, the birthday of Theodor Seuss Geisel, well known as a picture book author, Dr. Seuss, was a cause for celebration. During my years as the Director of the Little Folks Nursery School in Washington, DC, on this day, children were asked to bring in their favorite Dr. Seuss books for sharing and reading aloud. Children and teachers made red and white striped “Cat in the Hat” hats. And to add to the festivities, I took the opportunity to cook up some ham and eggs —I mean green eggs and ham—to everyone’s delight!

While many were shocked by the announcement yesterday to cease publication of six of Mr. Geisel’s books, I believe that we have even more to celebrate, with this decision by Dr. Seuss Enterprise, the keeper of his legacy. Some may cry “cancel culture” at the news of this choice. But, I, for one, applaud it and appreciate the greater awareness brought to his past instances of racial stereotyping.

How can we be more sensitive to this type of transgression if we don’t point it out when we see it? In Theodor Geisel’s case, racist and anti-semitic depictions can be found in drawings from his college days, his early cartoons, and long before he became a successful children’s book author. When delving into his early work, there is no mistaking his ugly and hateful depiction of Blacks, Asians, and Jews; it is indefensible. More subtle insulting imagery of non-whites in his children’s picture books resulted in the decision to discontinue their publication.

Like all humans, artists are flawed…and full of contradictions. Still, we can “call out” their harmful mistakes while acknowledging their positive contributions. And moving forward, we all can learn from and make a more significant effort to represent all book characters with dignity and respect while acknowledging when someone falls short.

In Mr. Geisel’s case, his later attempts to instill tolerance, diversity, and compromise in books such as The Sneetches and Other Stories, published in the late fifties, can be embraced and appreciated. In The Lorax, published in 1971, readers are introduced to environmentalism and the importance of taking care of our earth. So, like Dr. Seuss himself, who grew and changed with the times, our consciousness can be broadened as well, if we welcome an honest look at the expression of others. We can take the good, leave the bad, or at least acknowledge how wrong and damaging degrading representation can be.

As an educator, parent, grandparent, and human, I know that representation is important. When children do not see themselves in books or see depictions that are negative, no matter how subtle, true damage is done. When they see others represented in a negative way, those thoughts and feelings are internalized. We all have a responsibility to think critically and call out such representation.

While I approach the idea of censorship with caution and a genuine concern for free speech and the exchange of ideas, I don’t see how the discontinuation of these six books affects either free speech or an exchange of ideas; if anything, it encourages reflection and discussion.

I am not buying the notion that we must endure offensive imagery or language because of nostalgia or the risk of censorship gone too far. Lies, hateful and hurtful visuals can and should be named. Some are more worried about being called “PC” or politically correct, than undoing the damage caused by white supremacy and white privilege. If that is where the concern lies, there is more to worry about than a publishing decision by an organization that is, after years of consideration, trying to get it right for our future and the future of our children.

In my view, it is the past acceptance or obliviousness to the subtle and not-so-subtle racist messages in books, television, movies, and advertising that contribute to the disease of racism. It isn’t the only factor that feeds it, but it plays a role, and acknowledging it as such is a step in the right direction.

Like the Dr. Seuss Enterprise, I look forward to a new chapter.

I am a parent and grandparent with over four decades of experience in early childhood education. I share my passion, wisdom and experience, with parents and the people who care for and about children at Little Folks Big Questions, where we're out to answer the questions parents face in today's world.

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5 Tips for Moms Dealing with Divorce

By Kara Reynolds

Choosing to get a divorce is one of the most difficult decisions you can make in your life—especially when kids are involved. Regardless of their age, you want to protect them at all costs and ensure the entire process goes as smoothly as possible. Of course, this is much easier said than done, as you may well know. Aside from the legal aspects, there are emotional and parenting issues you have to deal with. At times, these can be more taxing than the financial and contractual details. However, as impossible as it may seem right now, there are ways to care for yourself and your kids as you navigate this tumultuous time in your life. Here are some tips to help you make it through and become an even stronger mama in the process.

1. Give Yourself Time

One of the best things you can do for yourself and your kids is to give yourself time to process your emotions. It’s completely natural to experience panic, confusion, sadness, anger, and a slew of other feelings as you come to terms with the fact that your marriage is ending. In fact, you’ll likely go through the stages of grief as you move forward, eventually reaching acceptance. However, as painful as the process is, it’s best not to rush it. Sit with the pain and allow yourself to break down when you aren’t on mom duty. You’re human too, after all. You deserve to explore those complicated emotions without feeling the need to suppress them 24/7.

2. Don’t Go It Alone

While alone time is essential in processing your emotions, it’s equally important to find others with whom you can confide. Up until this point, it’s likely your husband was the one with whom you would share your thoughts and feelings. Now, you must trust close friends, relatives, or a therapist with the most vulnerable parts of yourself. Of course, opening up to others can be frightening and uncomfortable. However, talking to someone else may provide you a fresh perspective or prevent you from running back to a toxic relationship for the sake of your kids. You might also consider joining a support group so you can be with others who are currently going through or have been through a divorce.

3. Become a United Front

A lack of communication is one of the most common reasons couples seek divorce. However, when it comes time to inform the kids of your decision, you must be able to speak with one another and become a united front before talking to your children. After all, this decision involves both of you, so you should both be present when telling the kids. Moreover, your little ones will likely feel more comfortable and safe if you’re both there to explain things. Prepare for questions and make sure you and your spouse agree on the reasoning behind the divorce so you can answer them clearly and concisely.

4. Avoid Trash Talk

During that first conversation with your kids and throughout the divorce process, avoid trash-talking your spouse. Even if their actions or words were the reason for the divorce, it’s best not to drag them through the mud in front of your children. Your kids don’t need to know all the details of the divorce and, in the end, you still want them to respect both you and their father. Plus, you don’t want your little ones to feel like they have to choose a side—especially when you’re trying to protect them from the messiness of divorce. If your partner is trash-talking you, let your actions speak for themselves and resist the urge to defend yourself. Doing so will only fan the flames and give your kids more reason to turn against one of you.

5. Don’t Make Your Kids Messengers

Even before the divorce is final it isn’t uncommon for you or your spouse to move out and begin splitting time with the kids. If you continue to share custody of the children, this cycle of having your kids and sending them off to see their father will repeat for years to come. During the early stages, many ex-couples use the kids as messengers instead of directly communicating with one another. Don’t make the same mistake. Using your kids as middlemen puts them in the line of fire if an argument were to occur, causing real and lasting damage to their emotional health and wellbeing. Therefore, it’s best to text, call or email your ex privately or meet up and speak in person without your kids being present.

Today Is Not Your Forever

If you’re in the throes of divorce, it may be difficult—if not impossible—to see a silver lining in such a mess. Yet, it’s important to remember that you’re doing this for your kids if nothing else. They deserve a safe, loving home, and divorce may have been the only way to provide that. Find hope in the fact that even if today may be almost too much to bear, it won’t last forever. Eventually, you and your little ones will emerge from the rubble and rebuild your lives together. Looking back, you may find this was the best thing you could ever have done for your kids and their future.

This post originally appeared on Momish.

Kara Reynolds is the Editor-in-Chief and founder of Momish Magazine.  A mom of four and matriarch to her big blended family, Kara wants nothing more than to normalize differences in family structures.  She enjoys peeing alone, pancakes, and pinot noir - but not at the same time. 

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The Best Roller Skates, Blades & Skateboards for Every Age & Stage

by Sharon Brandwein

When the perfect weather hits, you’ll definitely want to get the kids outside and active. Since normal activities are indefinitely on hold, you may be looking for some great alternatives. After examining tons of data (just kidding, we went shopping), we’ve come up with an awesome list of the best roller skates for kids, a few kids’ skateboards, and even some of the best rollerblades on the market. Keep scrolling for some “wheel good” fun.

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Best Roller Skates for Beginners 

Chicago Kids Adjustable Quads 

Chicago Kids Adjustable Quads are one of the best roller skates for kids, and they were created specifically for kids who are just learning how to skate; exceptional traction and stability were at the forefront of the design. Parents can adjust the size of these skates (up to four full sizes), so they grow with your kids, and siblings are already prepared. Two ratchet buckles offer your little one a secure fit, and the high-top construction and the padded collar adds much-needed support. The breathable nylon mesh of the inner boot keeps things comfy, and built-in toe breaks will reliably stop the skates when engaged. 

For kids ages 3-6

Available on Amazon, $39.99.

Best Roller Skates for Intermediate Skaters

Chicago Boys Rink Roller Skate 

Ideal for older kids, the Chicago Boys Rink Roller Skates are designed for gliding, and precision bearing will keep your child rolling smooth and rolling fast. The eyelet lacing system allows kids to adjust the fit as they grow, and the high top design provides ample support. What’s more, the Chicago Boys Rink skates are suitable for both indoors and out, and they won’t damage your floors if your child decides to skate indoors when the mood strikes.

For kids ages 6-10

Available at Amazon, $46.78.

Best Roller Skates for Confident Skaters 

Roller Derby Boys Blazer Lighted Wheel Roller Skate

For more confident skaters, try the Roller Derby Boys Blazer. The sporty, athletic design and classic laces give it a big kid feel that experienced skaters will enjoy while the light-up wheels bring out the kid in them. The comfort padding and quick-dry lining both make for a comfy ride and cast urethane wheels are suitable for indoor and outdoor use.

For kids ages 6-10

Available at Amazon, $49.99.

Best Rollerblades for Beginners

Mongoose Inline Girls Skates 

With skinny wheels that are easy to maneuver, the Mongoose Inline Skates offer stability and balance, so they’re great for your little beginner. The sock liner provides added support, and the locking buckle ensures a secure fit. The Mongoose Inline Skates are adjustable (up to four sizes) with the touch of a button, and the frame is durable enough to grow with your child. If your beginner needs to practice indoors to build her confidence, the cast urethane wheels won’t damage your floors, so there’s no need to worry.

For kids ages 7-9

Available at Amazon, $57.93.

Light-Up 2 PM Sports Vinal Inline Skates

These inline skates by 2 PM Sports are great for beginners. Plus, no list of “go fast” for kids is complete without something that lights up, right? The lights in the wheels of these inline skates work on a self-generating power system, so there’s no batteries or external power source needed. With cam lever buckles, velcro straps, and laces, the 2 PM Sports Vinal Inline Skates are designed with beginners in mind. They are easy to get into and out of quickly, and it’s the buckles so easy that little ones should be able to do it by themselves.

For kids ages 4- 12

Available at Amazon, $72.99.

Best Rollerblades for Intermediate Skaters 

K2 Skate Youth Raider Pro Inline Skates

Perfect for intermediate skaters, the K2 Skate Youth Raider Pro Inline Skates offers a smooth ride and some great shock absorption. What's more, a durable frame that sits low to the ground gives your young skater a bit more balance. These skates are adjustable (up to five sizes), and traditional laces paired with ratchet buckles and velcro snaps ensure a secure fit.

For kids ages 7-10

Available at Amazon, $84.95.

Best Rollerblades For Skilled Skaters 

Bladerunner by Rollerblade Phoenix Girls Adjustable Fitness Inline Skate

For skilled skaters, the Rollerblade Bladerunner Phoenix offers up a smooth ride and a low center of gravity for better stability, balance, and control. The padded boot liner ensures a comfy ride, and the laces, ratchet, and velcro straps offer a secure fit. The Mongoose Inline Skates are adjustable up to four sizes, and that kind of longevity only adds to the value. 

For kids ages 10 and up

Available at Amazon, $51.69.

Best Skateboard for Beginners 

Rude Boyz 17 Inch Mini Wooden Cruiser Graphic Beginner Kids Skateboard

With a 17” skateboard deck, the Rude Boyz Mini Wooden Cruiser is perfectly sized for beginners. The max weight capacity is 121 pounds, and the shorter deck offers first-time users plenty of control and balance. Although this skateboard is made of real wood, it’s still lightweight, and the topside has all-over grip tape for a safer ride. Parents can adjust the wheels for speed as kids become more confident, and there’s no need to hassle with assembly because this skateboard is ready to rock ‘n’ roll (well maybe just roll) right out of the box. To make it even more appealing, this skateboard comes in fun designs that the little ones will love including, triceratops dinosaurs and robots. 

For kids ages 3-5

Available at Amazon, $25.

Best Kids Skateboard Overall 

Rimable Complete 22" Skateboard

Rimable’s Complete Skateboard nabs the spot for the best overall skateboard. With a 22-inch deck and high-speed bearings, this kid's skateboard is a ton of fun. Coming in at just four pounds, the Rimable skateboard is easy enough to tote around, and while the wheels might look a bit large, they do offer ample stability. What’s interesting about this board is that it seems to work well for both beginners and pros. Also notable, the weight limit is 198 pounds, so if you’re concerned about the price, that may speak to its longevity. 

For kids ages 5-9 

Available at Amazon, $49.88.

Best Board for Skateboard Wizards 

Minority 32-inch Skateboard

Designed with older kids in mind, the Minority Skateboard has a 32-inch deck and holds a maximum weight of 222 pounds. This skateboard was subjected to (and passed) a maneuverability test on streets, ramps and pools, and the medium concave kicks the fun factor up a notch. For parents, the medium concave improves steering for kids (eh-hem) and makes the board is easier to flip for awesome tricks. What’s more, Minority Skateboard has twelve designs to choose from that feature cool graphics, ranging from trendy to vintage.

For kids ages 8 & up

Available at Amazon, $89.89.

LANDER 27" Skateboard

Founded by architects and designers, LANDER is bringing the fun back to skating. At 27” and with a smooth flex and eye-catching design, Lander boards are perfect for new skaters and old pros alike. Skateboard decks are made in LA, using a proprietary blend of fiber reinforced Nylon and recycled content. You can order your deck alone to build your own setup, or add on the trucks and wheels. The deck is offered in five colors: Olive, Sand, Blue, Gray, and Rose. 

Available here, $149. 

—Sharon Brandwein

Photos: Courtesy Amazon/Featured image: Alexander Belyaev via Pixabay

Editor’s note: At the time of publication, all items were available for purchase. 

 

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Recall Alert: King of Fans Hampton Bay Mara Ceiling Fans

by Gabby Cullen

King of Fans has recalled 182,00 units of their Hampton Bay 54-inch Mara Indoor/Outdoor Ceiling Fans due to the fact that the blades can detach from the fan while in use, posing an injury hazard to consumers. Sold Exclusively at Home Depot from April 2020 through October 2020, keep reading to find out more. 

The company has received  47 reports of the blade detaching from the fan, including two reports of the fan blade hitting a consumer and four reports of the blade causing property damage. The recall number is 21-059.

Anyone who has bought this fan should stop use immediately and inspect the ceiling fan’s instructions via www.kingoffans.com/MaraRecall.htm If buyers observe blade movement or uneven gaps between the blades and fan body or movement of the clip during the inspection, immediately contact King of Fans for a free replacement ceiling fan.

For more information call King of Fans toll-free at 866-443-1291 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. ET, Monday through Friday, by e-mail at MaraRecall@kingoffans.com, online at www.kingoffans.com/MaraRecall.htm or www.kingoffans.com and click on “Mara Recall” for more information.

—Gabby Cullen

 

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Recall Alert: Shane Erickson, Inc. Issues Nationwide Recall of Wash-Free Hand Sanitizer

by Gabby Cullen

Be sure to check your hand sanitizer! Shane Erickson, Inc. is voluntarily recalling various lots of its wash-free hand sanitizer due to the potential presence of methanol. Exposure to methanol risks includes nausea, vomiting, headache, blurred vision, permanent blindness, seizures, coma, permanent damage to the nervous system or death. 

FDA

Recalled products include the following: lot 2020/05/11 and MFG: 2020/05/10 L/N: 20200510-3 of imc Wash-Free Hand Sanitizer 50 ml, 100 ml, 300 ml and Wash Free Hand Sanitizer 300 ml lot 2020/05/11 and Thrifty White Pharmacy Wash-Free Hand Sanitizer 300 ml lot 2020/05/11. Check this link to see more information including UPC codes and product labels. 

No adverse effects in regards to this recall have been reported yet. Consumers with questions can contact Shane Erickson, Inc. by phone at 952.252.1254 or email sales@imcsuccess.com Monday through Friday from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Central Time Zone.

—Gabby Cullen

 

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This Incredibly Creative Kids’ Show Is Back for Season Two on Apple TV+

by Kenzie Kramer
Partner Content
In partnership with AppleTV+

There are those mysteries like “who used all the toilet paper and didn’t put a new roll out?” And then some conundrums pull you in and grasp your imagination, leading to mysterious and fantastical adventures! Happy to report, the Emmy-Award winning kids show Ghostwriter is the latter. Ghostwriter is a series for kids ages 6-11, exclusively on Apple TV+, that opens a whole new world of whimsy and inspires kids to get in touch with their creative side.

Ghostwriter is back on AppleTV+ for a second season!

The Ghostwriter series follows four everyday friends who discover an anything-but-ordinary character: Ghostwriter, a mysterious ghost who makes great literature jump off of the page—literally. Ghostwriter brings the actual characters from well-known books into the real world, where they’re only visible to the group of friends! 

Once released, the pages where the characters lived appear blank, and it’s up to our four heroes to figure out how to put them back where they belong. While the literary characters are only visible to our four heroes, the damage they cause (like the Mad Hatter from Alice’s Adventures in Wonderland setting up a tea party at school) can be seen by everyone. 

As the kids try to solve the mystery of Ghostwriter, they learn more about themselves, and about other people, worlds and emotions through the books they read. Ghostwriter combines elements of mystery, fantasy, humor and heart to take kids on a quest unlike any they’ve experienced before—and creates a love for reading and storytelling!

When your kiddo is a super fan, they can even read along with the books from the series!

Spoiler Alert: Your kids are going to love this show, and parents, you just may become a big fan yourself—it’s that good. 

Watch Ghostwriter on the Apple TV app. Find the Apple TV app everywhere, from Apple devices to smart TVs, or watch online at tv.apple.com.*

*Subscription required for Apple TV+ 

 

—Jamie Aderski

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NYBG Giveaway Rules

by Kenzie Kramer
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NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED.

HOW TO ENTER: The Giveaway (“Giveaway”) will run from 11/29/2021 at 12:00 a.m. EST to 12/10/2021 at 11:59 p.m. EST and will run on the Tinybeans website. Any entries received after the giveaway has closed will not be included in the giveaway. In order to enter the giveaway, participants are required to do the following:

  • Enter their name
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Only online entries will be eligible. No print submissions will be accepted for entry into this giveaway. Any use of automated or programmed methods of effecting entry is prohibited.

ELIGIBILITY: Open to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States and District of Columbia who are 18 years of age or older at time of entry. Employees or Sponsor, their affiliates, subsidiaries, advertising and promotion agencies and their immediate family members and/or those living in the same household of each are not eligible to win the prize package.

SPONSOR: This giveaway is sponsored by New York Botanical Garden (“Sponsor”). Sponsor reserves the right to cancel the giveaway at any time and substitute another promotion in its place. The Sponsor is deemed to be the party providing the prize package for this giveaway. The Sponsor is responsible for prize fulfillment within 30 days of the winner providing requested mailing information. If winner does not receive prize within 45 days, the winner is to email Tinybeans for follow up (kenzie.kramer@tinybeans.com). The winner forgoes any prizes after 180 days without follow up.

WINNERS SELECTION: Four winners will be selected within 72 hours after the close of the giveaway period from among all eligible entries received during the giveaway.

Winners will be randomly selected.

 

 

Winners will have 48 hours to claim their prize or a new winner will be selected. A list of winners can be requested at any time by contacting kenzie.kramer@tinybeans.com. Tinybeans is not responsible for electronic transmission errors resulting in omission, interruption, deletion, defect, delay in operations or transmission or alterations of entry materials, or for technical, network, telephone equipment, electronic, computer, hardware or software malfunctions or limitations of any kind, or inaccurate transmissions of or failure to receive winner’s emailed information on account of technical problems or traffic congestion on the Internet, email being inadvertently flagged as junk or other email form, or at any website or any combination thereof. Every reasonable attempt will be exhausted prior to prize forfeiture and a new winner being selected, including, but not limited to review of all sub-folders and accounts where emails may inadvertently be directed.

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Your Guide to the 2020 Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade

by Mimi O'Connor

The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade is a New York City tradition that’s been happening for 94 years. Is it cancelled for 2020? No, but, thanks to Covid-19, it’s different this year. (You know, like everything else.) Here’s what you can expect from The Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade in 2020: when it is, how you can see it, who’s performing, and what floats and balloons will be flying high. (Still looking for the best Thanksgiving food in NYC? We found it right here!) Happy Thanksgiving!

When It Is & How to Watch

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For the first time in its history, the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade will be a televised event exclusively, with no public spectators. 

It will air nationwide on NBC-TV, Thursday, November 26, from 9 a.m. to Noon, in all time zones. 

On hand to host will be familiar NBC personalities Hoda Kotb, Savannah Guthrie and Al Roker.

Changes To the Parade in 2020

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Necessary changes have been made to keep everyone safe. 

The parade will not cover the traditional 2.5-mile parade route; instead the action will be focused solely in and around the Herald Square area of Midtown Manhattan, where Macy's flagship is located. 

You won't see the armies of balloon handlers and staff, as the overall number of participants has been reduced by approximately 75 percent. No kids under 18 this year, either, and of course masks and social distancing will be in play. 

Will the Balloons Fly This Year?

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Yes! But those signature character balloons will be flown without the traditional 80-100 handlers as in previous years. Instead, the parade will employ five rigged specialty vehicles to help them achieve lift-off. 

New Balloons

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It's a big day for YouTubers and ambitious infants. Two new balloons are joining the parade lineup this year. "Red Titan", the character inspired by YouTube personality Ryan of Ryan’s World is the first balloon based on a YouTuber creation to be part of the parade.

Also debuting is Boss Baby, based on the opinionated animated character from film and tv. 

And, getting the chance to take fly again (after some damage last year) is artist Yayoi Kusama's balloon "Love Flies Up To The Sky," pictured here. 

And Four New Floats!

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New floats joining the lineup include a green and gold turkey from Jennie-O, a Christmas in Town Square from Lifetime, a Black woman astronaut from Olay and a madcap scene featuring cat and mouse Tom & Jerry. 

Celebrity Appearances, Musical Performances & Santa

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The stars will still come out to shine and perform this year. Keep your eyes peeled for celebs like Dolly Parton, Leslie Odom Jr., Patti Labelle, the New York City Ballet, Bebe Rexha and Noah Cyrus. (Plus many more!) 

And yes, the finale of Santa's arrival will mark the official start of the holiday season! 

Broadway Performances & The Rockettes

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The razzle dazzle of Broadway shows will still take place, with performances from the casts of Hamilton, Jagged Little Pill, Mean Girls and Ain't Too Proud. Plus, the Rockettes will rock it as always. 

What About the Marching Bands?

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The bad news: previously-selected regional High School and College Marching Bands performances will be deferred to the 2021 Macy’s Parade.

The good: locally-based professional marching and musical ensembles will step in to provide some rousing tunes.

Can We Attend the Balloon Inflation?

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Sadly, no: Macy’s traditional giant balloon inflation public event, traditionally held the night before the parade, will not take place.

But! Macy's has created "Parade 101", a guide to the parade with S.T.E.A.M.-inspired videos and activities, including "The Fundamentals of Inflation!" Check it out here! 

—Mimi O’Connor

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Recall Alert: Ring Recalls Video Doorbell Due to Fire Hazards

by Gabby Cullen

Ring has recalled 350,000 units of their 2nd generation video doorbells due to fire hazard. The battery inside the video’s doorbell can overheat when the wrong type of screws are used during installation, which leads to fire and burn hazards.

The model number of the recalled units is 5UM5E5. The doorbells have a blue light and come in two different colors: black and silver or black and bronze. Ring has received 85 incident reports of incorrect doorbell screws installed with 23 of those doorbells igniting, resulting in minor property damage. The company has also has received eight reports of minor burns. Anyone using a Ring video doorbell can check to see if their unit is included in the recall by entering the doorbell’s serial number on Ring’s website. 

Anyone with a recalled unit needs to stop installing or using the affected video doorbell immediately and download new instructions, which you can find here. You can also call Customer Service at 800-656-1918 from 5 a.m. to 9 p.m. PT, seven days a week, or at www.ring.com; click on help, then on Installation Services for more info.

—Gabby Cullen

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