Join the Harlem Globetrotters and STOMP to Celebrate the Team's 90 years!

For all you basketball fans, we know the beat of the ball on the court is music to your ears, but the world famous Harlem Globetrotters and international sensation  STOMP have taken it to the next level! Eight performers from STOMP took to an outdoor basketball court in New York City's Greenwich Village with four Harlem Globetrotters stars to celebrate the team's upcoming 90th year. It's okay if you missed all the fun because now you can relive it again and again. Check out the video here!  The Globetrotters will celebrate their 90th year with over 330 games in more than 260 cities in North America starting December 26, 2015. The tour's opening week will bring 10 games to six arenas in the NYC-area, including Madison Square Garden, Barclays Center and Prudential Center. To check out the full schedule and ticket information, visit harlemglobetrotters.com. STOMP, created by Luke Cresswell and Steve McNicholas, is currently playing in New York, London's West End, and on a European tour. In addition to its stage shows, STOMP has been an overwhelming success marked by rave reviews and awards, an Academy Award nomination, four Emmy nominations, an Emmy Award, and noteworthy TV appearances including "The London 2012 Olympic Games Closing Ceremony" and "The Academy Awards."

Movie Monday

Just in time for THE PEANUTS MOVIE's big-screen debut on November 6th, Blue Sky Studios and 20th Century Fox have just released a celebration of 65 years of Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Friends, Underdogs, Dreamers, and the world of Charles Schulz’s Peanuts. 

SYNOPSIS

Charlie Brown, Snoopy, Lucy, Linus and the rest of the beloved “Peanuts” gang make their big-screen debut, like they’ve never been seen before, in state of the art 3D animation.  Charlie Brown, the world’s most beloved underdog, embarks upon an epic and heroic quest, while his best pal, the lovable beagle Snoopy, takes to the skies to pursue his arch-nemesis, the Red Baron.  From the imagination of Charles M. Schulz and the creators of the ICE AGE films, THE PEANUTS MOVIE will prove that every underdog has his day.

THE PEANUTS MOVIE

3D Animation

Release: November 6, 2015

Director: Steve Martino

Based upon the comic strip by Charles M. Schulz

Producers: Craig Schulz, Bryan Schulz, Cornelius Uliano, Michael J. Travers, Paul Feig

Sour Jacks - New Flavors!!

I love to bake and explore with lots of different treats, especially this time of year, when the holidays are upon us.  What kind of goodies do you have around for Halloween?  My son's favorite candy is anything sour!  Not my cup of tea, but def his! Those sour faces they make - priceless!  Needless to say he was excited to hear that Sour Jacks now has four new flavors out - Wildberry, Green Apple, Watermelon and Lemonade and just in time for Halloween! If you like to cook and be creative like I do, below are some fun examples of different ways you can use Sour Jacks within your Halloween goodies!!  Love the witches - too cute!

Follow Sour Jacks on Facebook  for more fun ideas!!  

What's YOUR “Kegel face?”

**Disclosure: This is a paid post and provided by PeriCoach. 

Let's face it, we all will be there sooner or later - urinary incontinence.  Something none of us are looking forward to. But...there are way to help strengthen your pelvic floor to treat any issues.  Bladder leakage is a topic many prefer to cover up rather than talk about or fix even through it affects millions of women.  The company behind the new PeriCoach System - a pelvic floor muscle training device plus smart phone app - hopes to change that.  Their new campaign called #kegelface encourages women to post their "Kegel faces" on social media to demonstrate they are taking back control of their pelvic floors through regular and smart Kegel exercises.

So what are kegals? Kegels are pelvic floor muscle training exercises and considered first line treatment for urinary incontinence.  About one in three women will experience UI at some point in their lives, typically after childbirth and around menopause.  

Cleared for use by the Food and Drug Administration and available by prescription, PeriCoace, made by Australian company, Analytica is designed to take the frustration out of a regular program of pelvic muscle floor training.  PeriCoach provides real-time feedback that is beamed to a smartphone so women and their clinicians can track progress.

As a part of #kegelface, PeriCoach will donate to the National Association for Continence and Voices for PFD (Pelvic Floor Disorders), part of the American Urogynecological Society (AUGS). 

In appreciation of participation, the company will offer women who post their #Kegelface to their Instagram, Facebook or Twitter accounts along with the hashtag #kegelface a discount code for purchase of the PeriCoach.  A downloadable Rx form for signature by a clinician is available from www.pericoach.com. 



#Kegelface social media campaign runs from October 20th to the second week of November to mark Bladder Health Week 2015.  

Learn more about PeriCoach at www.pericoach.com 

DC Super Friends Giveaway!

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If your kids are looking for as much superhero action as possible in one place, DC Kids is their answer.

DC Kids latest animated series features all of your favorite DC characters from Batman to Wonder Woman and even Aquaman joining forces against the bad guys.

The DC Kids YouTube channel makes it easy for our kids to watch their favorite DC characters, on-demand, and from any device. 

For even more fun, there is an extended online experience on the website http://www.dckids.com/ where kids can play games, download free printable activities, read comic books, and more.

DC Kids is giving away a $100 for Amazon, which makes it a great time to check it all out.

Watch the video below and enter for your chance today!

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Five Tricks for a Healthy Halloween

Five Tricks for a Healthy Halloween

By Vanessa Chamberlin, author of The Fire-Driven Life

Halloween is such a challenging time for health-conscious parents. Everywhere we turn, people are offering the least nutritious, most sugary food around: candy! From classroom parties to neighborhood and family gatherings—there’s no way to avoid it. But if you are prepared and have some tasty, plant-based recipes in your toolbox, it will be a lot easier to partake in the festivities without overdosing on refined sugar. Plus, there are some easy tips (and tricks!) that can help you have a happier, healthier Halloween.

Always eat a healthy meal first. Whether it’s trick-or-treating or going to a party, make sure your kids go on a full stomach so they’ll be less likely to fill up on sugary snacks. On the day of school parties, make a filling, nutritious breakfast, and send them to school with extra special healthy lunches. Pull out your whole toolbox for this one! We’re talking cookie cutters for fun shapes, carving the fruit—everything. Your kids won’t want to miss out on this lunch, which will help them feel satisfied and loved all afternoon.

Send your own snacks. Whenever possible, send your own snacks. Even if you know that your children are going to be eating candy and cupcakes at their holiday parties, at least you can send them with some more balanced foods and encourage them to get their friends to try.

Enlist the help of some professionals! It never hurts to make sure a trip to the dentist falls before Halloween, and ask their help in making sure to explain to your kids why their dental health is so important, and how candy is bad for their teeth. It doesn’t have to be a big scary lecture, but just a simple reminder that a healthy smile starts with a healthy diet is a nice thing to reinforce.

Plan or attend a party that’s more in line with your lifestyle. Many of us have friends who understand why we’ve shaped our habits and lifestyles for healthy living, and they either do the same or are at least supportive and understanding. You don’t want your kids to feel left out, so if they’re not participating in other events, give them something else that’s fun. You might be able to get some of their close friends and families to join in, too. Not many parents like the idea of their kids getting a heavy dose of sugar either trick-or-treating or going to a party, so I’ve found it’s a welcome invitation when I invite people to celebrate holidays with us and have a nutritious night of festivities!

Finally, just talk about it beforehand. Let your kids know that you want them to have fun, but not eat lots of candy and junk that will make them not feel good. Ask if there is anything they would like to bring as a treat or eat before a party, and see if you can accommodate their requests. It’s so important for children to feel loved and respected as humans who have their own desires and opinions. Asking them to be involved in your holiday planning can go a long way!

For your healthy Halloween toolbox, here is a great recipe that kids love, and would easily fit into any festive party platter spread!

Gone in a Day Cookies 

3/4 cup chunky peanut butter

3/4 cup unsweetened coconut

1/4 cup unsweetened cocoa

2 TBS maple syrup (add more for desired taste)

1 cup raisins

Combine peanut butter and coconut. In a separate bowl, combine cocoa, and maple syrup. Combine the two mixtures and add the raisins. Dough will be stiff. Roll into balls. Refrigerate 1-2 hours before serving.

Vanessa Chamberlin is a Certified Holistic Health Practitioner and Lifestyle Coach and author of The Fire-Driven Life: How to Ignite the Fire of Self-Worth, Health, and Happiness with a Plant-Based Diet. For more information, please visit, www.vanessachamberlin.com and connect with her on Twitter, @vkchamberlin.

Free Test Drive + $$

If you will be out and about near the Las Vegas South Premium Outlets this weekend, you might want to plan on stopping by to test drive the  all-new 2015 model Chrysler 200 and Chrysler 300!  On top of having the opportunity to drive such a powerful beauty, everyone who test drives will receive a $10 gift card!  Speak with knowledgeable product specialists to learn about each vehicle AND during registration, you will be will be entered into the 2015 FCA US LLC National Giveaway for a chance to win $45,000 towards any eligible FCA vehicle from the Chrysler, Dodge, Jeep, Ram Truck, FIAT or Alfa Romeo brands

Las Vegas South Premium Outlets

The Main Entrance

7400 S Las Vegas Blvd Las Vegas, NV 89123

·         Thursday, October 22nd               10:00AM-6:00PM

·         Friday, October 23rd                      10:00AM-6:00PM

·         Saturday, October 24th                  12:00PM-8:00PM

About the Chrysler 200
The all-new 2015 Chrysler 200 is where exquisite style meets exceptional performance. The Chrysler 200 leapfrogs expectations for a mid-size car with an elegant exterior design, a thoughtful, beautifully crafted interior and an exceptional driving experience complements of a segment-first nine-speed automatic transmission and an Alfa Romeo-based chassis. With highway fuel economy of up to 36 miles per gallon; the most available safety and security features in the segment with 60; an available, best-in-class all-wheel drive system; easy-to-use, state-of-the-art technology and a starting U.S. Manufacturer's Suggested Retail Price (MSRP) of just $21,700, the all-new 2015 Chrysler 200 is a car that customers will be proud to own, at a price they will appreciate. The 2015 Chrysler 200 is designed, engineered and built with pride in Michigan.
 

About the Chrysler 300

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