Calling all princess fans! Disney has teamed up with Pandora Jewelry for a very special event and it’s perfect for tiara-wearing kiddos.

Disney Princess—The Concert is an 85-city, nationwide tour running from Nov. 1, 2021 through Apr. 16, 2022 and it will include a foursome of Broadway and animated film stars. Each event will showcase the Disney Princesses through stories, animation and songs.

photo: Courtesy of Disney Princess the Concert

So who will be joining this truly magical affair? During the first leg of the tour through Dec. 2021, concertgoers will get to listen to the sounds of Tony®-nominee Susan Egan (‘Belle’ from Broadway’s Beauty and the Beast, ‘Meg’ from the animated feature film Hercules), two-time Tony-nominee Laura Osnes (‘Cinderella’ in Rodgers + Hammerstein’s Cinderella), Grammy®-nominee Courtney Reed (‘Jasmine’ in Broadway’s Aladdin) and Aisha Jackson (‘Anna’ in Broadway’s Frozen).

Starting in Feb. 2022 the Princesses will be played by Drama Desk®-nominee Christy Altomare (‘Anastasia’ in Broadway’s AnastasiaMamma Mia!), Susan EganCourtney Reed and BroadwayWorld Award-winner Syndee Winters (‘Nala’ in Broadway’s The Lion King, Hamilton).

Everyone is encouraged to show up in true princess style, and be ready to enjoy over 30 Disney Princess songs! Attendees will also be treated to behind-the-scenes stories from each Princess with stunning animations and visuals.

To get excited for the event, little princes and princesses can enjoy a curated playlist from Walt Disney Records. Then mark your calendar for Fri. May 7 at 10:00 a.m. (all time zones) when tickets go on sale at DisneyPrincessConcert.com.

––Karly Wood

 

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What do moms really want for Mother’s Day? Breck’s recently tried to answer this question with a two-part study that included an analysis of Google Trends search volumes and a survey of 700 mamas across the country.

The first part of the study looked specifically at the types of flowers googled in the week leading up to Mother’s Day in each state over the past five years. It’s no surprise that the iconic rose scored the top spot—with more searches than other flowers in a whopping 18 states.

photo: RF Studios via Pexels

Second place went to three different flowers: Gardenias, cyclamen, and poppies. Other highly-searched flowers across the country included crocuses (the most popular in Hawaii and Kansas) and tulips (the winner in Michigan and Indiana).

The 700-mom survey reflected the search trends, with more than 60 percent of mamas saying they would want to get roses for Mother’s Day. Forty-six percent of participants wanted tulips and 40 percent wanted lilies.

Along with flower choices, Breck’s survey also looked at Mother’s Day spending. The average gift for mom tops $67. Fifty-six percent of moms picked gardening wares as a top gift choice, 52 percent would choose food or wine, and 49 percent want clothing, jewelry, or accessories!

—Erica Loop

 

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Have any plans on Sun. Apr. 30? You do now!

Netflix’s The Mitchells vs. The Machines is ready to drop and it’s packed with action, comedy and a whole lotta stars. Keep scrolling to see what this thrilling new film is all about.

The animated action-comedy tells the story about an ordinary (ok, weird) family who end up having to save the world from the robot apocalypse. Easy peasy!

The film features famed voices that include Danny McBride, Maya Rudolph, Fred Armisen, Eric Andre, and Oscar winner Olivia Colman, plus many more. You can catch your first peak when it drops on Fri. Apr. 30.

––Karly Wood

Feature photo: Courtesy of Netflix

 

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Up for a mystery game? SOUR PATCH KIDS hopes so!

On Apr. 15, the brand is asking fans to become the ultimate detective and solve the new SOUR PATCH KIDS flavor. Did we mention there’s also a chance to win $50,000?

So how does it work? First, purchase the new Mystery flavor packs at retailers nationwide to get a taste. Then, head to Mystery.SourPatchKids.com submit your guess and enter for a chance to win $50,000 and other instant prizes.

Fan will need to keep an eye out on those crazy KIDS, who will be dropping clues of the mystery flavor on SOUR PATCH KIDS packaging, social media channels and in-store displays. In addition, the Mystery Kid will take over the SOUR PATCH KIDS social media channels and reveal new clues every week from Apr. 15 through July.

In August, one winner will win the $50,000 grand prize when SOUR PATCH KIDS reveals the mystery flavor.

––Karly Wood

All photos: Courtesy of SOUR PATCH KIDS

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There’s a new Cadbury bunny—and she doesn’t have fur or floppy ears. The iconic Easter-time treat-maker recently announced the winner of the 2021 Cadbury Bunny tryouts.

While the new “Bunny” does hop, she’s not a rabbit. This year’s distinguished winner is none other than Betty the Australian White’s Treefrog.

photo courtesy of PR Newswire/Cadbury

Betty the treefrog hales from Stuart, Florida. The 2021 under-one-year-old amphibian took the top spot out of more than 12,000 entries. Along with Betty, the other 10 Cadbury bunny finalists include a donkey, mini horse and a goat.

Trevor Jakubek, Senior Associate Brand Manager, Cadbury Brand team, said in a press release, “Thank you to all of our amazing finalists in the Cadbury Bunny Tryouts this year and congratulations to Betty the frog, our newest Cadbury Bunny! We are so excited to pass the coveted ears to her and know that she is going make a great addition to our Cadbury Bunny ‘hall of fame’.”

As the grand prize winner, Betty will get the honor of starring in the 2021 Cadbury Clucking Bunny commercial. She’ll also get a $5,000 cash prize—or at least, her humans will. Along with the prizes Cadbury will lavish on the treefrog, the company will also donate $15,000 to The American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals.

—Erica Loop

 

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Are you ready to shop for a new car? Before you buy, check out U.S. News & World Reports’ 2021 Best Cars for Families!

U.S. News & World Reports reviewed nearly 90 cars, SUVs and minivans from the 2021 model year to choose the best of the best for fams. Winners were chosen based on safety and reliability ratings, professional auto reviews, seating and cargo volume and family-friendly features.

Photo: Toyota

The big winner in the 2021 model year was Toyota, with four awards total. Honda was a close second, with three top honors. Overall, the winners for each category were:

2021 Best SUVs for Families

  • Toyota RAV4: Best Compact SUV for Families
  • Chevrolet Suburban: Best Large SUV for Families
  • Honda Passport: Best 2-Row SUV for Families
  • Kia Telluride: Best 3-Row SUV for Families
  • Toyota Highlander Hybrid: Best Hybrid or Electric SUV for Families

2021 Best Cars for Families

  • Honda Accord: Best Midsize Car for Families
  • Toyota Avalon: Best Large Car for Families
  • Toyota Avalon Hybrid: Best Hybrid or Electric Car for Families

2021 Best Minivan for Families

  • Honda Odyssey: Best Minivan for Families

Of the awards, Jamie Page Deaton, executive editor of U.S. News Best Cars, said in a press release, “Families come in many forms, and with nine different categories to choose from, there’s a Best Cars for Families award winner that will work for any family.” Deaton continued, “The award winners have the space, safety and features to satisfy any family, from new parents to parents with new drivers to households that may be welcoming grandparents.”

Get more info on the winners and the full list of finalists at U.S. News & World Reports here.

—Erica Loop

 

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IKEA recently announced the winners of the brand’s latest Soft Toy Drawing Competition. Eleven-year-old Nick from St. Louis is the first American since 2017 to win one of the top honors in this creative contest!

The SAGOSKATT collection from Swedish retailer IKEA is a limited-edition collection of soft toys made for kids, by kids. Each year children from around the world are invited to submit their designs, featuring drawings of a would-be imaginatively awesome plush.

This year’s competition brought in more than 66,000 entries—with five chosen as the top winners. Each winner will have their drawing turned into an IRL IKEA toy! One hundred percent of the proceeds from the SAGOSKATT line are donated to local children’s right to play initiatives.

Along with 11-year-old Nick (who won for his “Bird” design), the other global winners were “Sandwich friends” designed by nine-year-old Audrey from Canada, “Cat” designed by eight-year-old Liepa from Lithuania, “Fried egg” designed by seven-year-old Zosia from Poland and “Mermaid dog” designed by nine-year-old Savva from Russia.

Jorge Omar Santoyo Henaine, Product Design Developer for Children’s IKEA, IKEA of Sweden, said in a press release, “I feel very lucky and grateful to be part of the team involved in the SAGOSKATT project. The whole concept of ’for children by children to help children’ is something that makes me extremely proud.”

Santoyo Henaine continued, “The endless creativity in kids is amazing. Each year we are impressed by the amount of unique, cool and fun creations we receive. We wish we could make all of them! When selecting the winners, we consider a lot of  important criteria, for instance, how unique, colorful and expressive the drawing is, if it can be transformed into a soft toy for mass production and if we can secure the safety requirements for the future toy.”

Find the SAGOSKATT toy line in stores and on IKEA’s website.

—Erica Loop

Photos courtesy of IKEA

 

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Your kiddo’s next backyard summer-time bash is about to get better! BJ’s Wholesale Club has a triple land slip and slide—and it seriously ups the outdoor adventure ante.

The Banzai Triple Tag Racer Water Slide ($19.99) is everything your fam needs on a hot summer day. Whether your local pool isn’t open yet or you’re just on the hunt for a way to spend together-time with the kids outdoors, this slip and slide goes beyond what you might remember from your own childhood.

photo: BJ’s

The Triple Tag Racer is a 16-foot slip and slide with (as the name implies) three separate sliding lanes. Along with three long lanes, the slide also includes a triple-wide splash-landing pool with three water-filled blast pads. This means the winner of each race can stomp on the pad and blast the other riders with a drenching spray of water.

Don’t worry about tricky set-ups that require hours of inflation or come with complex instructions. This slip and slide easily attaches to your garden hose and comes with four stakes to grip the sides to the ground.

Find the Banzai Triple Tag Racer Water Slide (for ages five through 12) in BJ’s stores nationwide. The slip and slide retails for $19.99.

—Erica Loop

 

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Celebrate spring with Chuck E. Cheese! The iconic kids’ eatery recently announced the launch of “4 Seasons of Fun.” These all-new immersive experiences will give your kiddo a totally new way to experience the best the beloved brand has to offer.

The fab family-friendly seasonal festivities begin Mar. 1, 2021. Chuck E. Cheese and his new pal Ronnie the Unicorn will bring their Spring-tastic Celebration to restaurants and your home—via online activities. The two-month long spring event includes everything from new menu items to exclusive deals.

photo courtesy of PR Newswire/Chuck E. Cheese

CEO of CEC Entertainment, David McKillips, said in a press release, “At Chuck E. Cheese, each season brings a fresh opportunity for families to gather for fun.” McKillips continued, “Over the last year, we’ve helped families find new ways to celebrate each day. That’s why we’re rolling out our 4 Seasons of Fun in 2021, to encourage special moments all year long. We’re kicking things off with a Spring-tastic Celebration and have pulled out all the stops to bring families exciting new memories, from exclusive treats like our Unicorn Churros to instant-win games and weekday deals on both pizza and play.”

McKillips also noted that the fun won’t end with the Spring-tastic Celebration, “This newly imagined event will be followed by our Summer of Fun, Halloween Boo-tacular and Winter Winner-Land events, so families can join unique celebrations all year round.”

Spring-tastic deals include:

  • Spring Family Fun Pack (two large one-topping pizzas, one spring dessert, a goody bag, an activity sheet, and a 250 e-ticket voucher for carryout or delivery only) starting at $34.99
  • Spring FunBreak Bundle (one large one-topping pizza, two soft drinks, two 30-minute play cards, and a spring dessert for in-store use only) starting at $39.99
  • More Ticket Monday (score up to 500 bonus e-tickets with a food and drink combo purchase)
  • All You Can Play Wednesday (one hour of All You Can Play for $14.99)
  • Pizza & Play Friday (get one large cheese pizza for $5 when you spend $25 on games).

Along with the deals, your kiddos will enjoy the new spring treat menu items, including Rainbow Ice Dippin’ Sots, Unicorn Cotton Candy, Rainbow Lollipops and Unicorn Churros!

—Erica Loop

 

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