Big Apple Circus is an award-winning nonprofit organization serving not only the communities in which it performs but also children and families across the nation with programs that bring the joy of classical circus to hospitals, nursing homes, disadvantaged youth, and the disabled. It’s an all–new show with the world’s greatest circus artists under an …
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The New Jersey Poison Experts urge everyone to take advantage of the Drug Enforcement Administration’s (DEA) National Prescription Take-Back Day. On Saturday, October 29, 2011, the DEA will host its 3rd Take-Back event. This one-day event will give the public another opportunity to prevent pill abuse and theft by ridding their homes of potentially dangerous, …
17th Annual Sugarloaf Crafts Festival 275 Acclaimed Artisans to Showcase Contemporary Crafts and Fine Art in Somerset, NJ; Special “New This Season” Theme to Highlight Latest Creations Friday, October 28 through Sunday, October 30, 2011 Garden State Exhibit Center 50 Atrium Drive Somerset, NJ 08873 Show Hours: – Friday, October 28 10 a.m. to 6 …
My youngest absolutely loves trains so I just had to share this. The Ramapo Valley Model Railroad Club in Ho-Ho-Kus is having it’s annual open houses on Nov. 20 and 27; Dec. 4, 11 and 18 from 1-4 p.m. Perfect for kids, and parents, of all ages. The Ramapo Valley Railroad Club is a not-for-profit …
There are a number of reasons I don’t enjoy clothes shopping. For the last 25 years or so I have been obese, and it’s just no fun to look at nice clothes that don’t fit you, or worse yet try things on to discover they don’t fit you. As the weight fell off I thought …
This past Wednesday I was invited to an exclusive McDonald’s preview event in New York City, for the unveiling of McDonald’s new Happy meal. Remembering when Happy Meals first came out in the late 70s and having spent many dollars on Happy Meals for my oldest son when he was younger, I was curious what …
This post will look at fitting or measuring custom replacement windows. Are you familiar with that old saying or shop rule – “Measure Twice, Cut Once”? I am. Problem is, I can measure ten times and come up with ten different measurements. When you have to (or choose to) spend the money to replace the …
K.I.D.S. ANNOUNCES HURRICANE IRENE RELIEF EFFORTS Supports Local Communities Affected all Along East Coast New York, N.Y., August 29, 2011 – Kids in Distressed Situations, Inc. (K.I.D.S.) announced that it is working with communities all along the East Coast – with particular priority on New Jersey and Vermont – to help in local recovery. Over …
Here are some photos taken at the nearby Stop & Shop yesterday (Friday) morning. It’s obvious from the gaping empty spots on the shelves what people are planning on eating during Hurricane Irene. Milk. Bread. Soup. Chef Boyardee. Water. Eggs.
Over the years hubby and I have eaten at a number of restaurants. One of the few that we hadn’t dined at is the Outback Steakhouse. ABOUT OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE Outback Steakhouse is an Australian themed steakhouse restaurant. Although beef and steak items make up a good portion of the menu, the concept offers a variety …
Not long ago, the folks at Kraft contacted me to let me know that in July, Kraft Foods will be launching an interactive microsite on www.Outstandwich.com that will act as a virtual trip around the country, featuring some of the best regional sandwiches. Some of the sandwiches will be inspired by the Kraft Kitchen Experts, …
This post will look at different options to consider when purchasing replacement windows. So you know that you need to replace your windows. Maybe you have high energy bills, drafts, condensation issues or windows that are in bad shape. The next thing you need to do is figure out what you want to replace them …
Famous Footwear Grand Opening Famous Footwear is opening up a new store at the Woodbridge Center on Saturday, April 16th. Shoppers can download an exclusive discount coupon to bring with them to the Grand Opening Event online at www.famousfootweargrandopenings.com. The first 100 shoppers to present this coupon in the store will also receive a handbag …
ABOUT WENDY’S SEA SALT FRIES Wendy’s announces the nationwide launch of its new natural-cut fries with sea salt, marking the first complete redesign of the company’s classic fries in its 41-year history. Designed to give French fry lovers a hotter, crispier taste experience with an enhanced potato flavor and texture, Wendy’s new fries are the …
Recently I was honored to be invited to be a member of theShopRite blogger advisory panel, which consists of twelve bloggers from the six states that ShopRite is located in. For those of you unfamiliar with ShopRite, those states are New Jersey, New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, Delaware and Maryland. With ShopRite being my favorite grocery …
We love pizza in our house. For every person in our house there is a different opinion of who makes the best pizza, which is why we sometimes try new places. We also try different places if we have introductory specials. Recently I learned about a new place a couple of miles from us called …
In the area I live in there’s no shortage of pizza. I discovered that one of my favorite restaurants, Rivoli’s, had opened a pizza shop, Rivoli’s Pizza. The pizza shop is located just across from the restaurant on the opposite corner. The shop offers pizzas and hot and cold subs. We stopped and picked up …
RB and I really don’t get to spend that much time alone together. With that in mind I reinstituted Friday Date Night a couple of months ago. On most Fridays we have a sitter for CJ now. Once he’s there then we go out and do something. Sometimes that something is nothing, sometimes it’s a …
Funnel Cakes. This was only on of the displays. Fried Oreos. Don’t knock it until you’ve tried it. Thanks for stopping by! If you have a picture up for Wordless Wednesday, leave your link below on Mr. Linky! Then head on over to Mom Knows It All, Here And There, What’s that Smell?, 5 Minutes …
Rivoli’s Restaurant, 732-270-3634 781 Fischer Blvd, Toms River, NJ 08753 Rivoli’s is a small family owned restaurant in Toms River. This is a family owned restaurant and they specialize in Italian food. They’re open for lunch and dinner. The food is out of this world delicious and the portions are quite generous. Menu categories include …
I love hearing from my readers. The giveaways are great but I’d really like to get to know more of you on a personal level so I’m asking a favor. I’d like to ask my readers to answer an easy question. Please. There is no prize and no bonus entries (unless you have two homes, …
My middle younger brother asked me, hubby and the boys to go out to dinner after our older son’s basketball game last night. My brother suggested Applebee’s and we said ok. Now my son’s game ended shortly before 8 pm, and by the time we got to Applebee’s it was about 8:10. We walked into …