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ST. JOHNS TOWN CENTER HOSTS 10th ANNUAL HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR

 

Celebrate the joy and magic of the holiday season at the 10th Annual St. Johns Town Center Holiday Spectacular on November 14, 2015! Holiday shoppers, families and visitors are invited to attend the action-packed day of free family fun and musical performances!

St. Johns Town Center Holiday Spectacular!

The annual holiday celebration kicks off at 2 p.m. with free festivities and family-friendly entertainment. Visitors will enjoy ice skating, magicians, holiday photo opportunities, games, giveaways, costume characters, holiday entertainment and more. Additionally, St. Johns Town Center retailers will offer holiday shopping opportunities, in-store promotions and specials throughout the weekend.

Main stage entertainment begins at 6 p.m. with dynamic holiday performances, including a show-stopping finale by headliner, Bea Miller. The Main Stage is located in the Town Green in front of Maggiano’s Little Italy on Midtown Parkway.

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Bea Miller will be performing at this free event!

For Holiday Spectacular’s grand finale, Santa will lead the crowd in an official countdown to light the dazzling 32-foot tree and kick off an energetic fireworks finale at 8 p.m. Santa will then be available at the Santa House near Dick’s Sporting Goods to hear holiday wish lists.

WHERE: St. Johns Town Center
4663 River City Drive
Jacksonville, FL 32246

WHEN: Saturday, November 14

EVENT
HIGHLIGHTS:

2 p.m.- Family Activities Begin

6 p.m.- Main Stage Performances Begin

7:10 p.m.- Bea Miller Performs

8 p.m.- Santa Arrives and Lights the Tree

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My name is MJ. I have two wonderful children and work part time as well as volunteer at my children's school.

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Ten Zany Birds Book Review

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My children love books, my 7 year old loves to read to her 4 year old brother. This book they both loved! My daughter loved the colorful Illustrations of the different types of birds, and my son loved the rhyming text and counting/subtracting the birds on each page. They both were excited to see what birds were left on the next page, and what will happen! I know they will want to read this over and over again. This is a very good book in my opinion for pre-readers and early readers.

 

About the book:
Ten Zany Birds have a party in a tree, singing and dancing. Five have stripes, three have spots, and one has purple polka dots. They’re all having fun, but one by one, they become distracted.

One is frightened by a loud plane. One gets hungry. One wants to race and another needs a bath. Only one stays to sing in the tree, but who will it be?

Ten Zany Birds is a fun, beautifully illustrated picture book. As parents and teachers read, children are introduced to counting and basic subtraction skills. Whenever a bird leaves, the number of striped, spotted, and polka-dotted birds changes, teaching the application of simple classification rules.

Whimsical and entertaining, Sherry Ellis’s tale of ten silly, distractible little birds is an excellent choice for both pre-reader storybook time and early readers.

 

Check out the Trailer for this book:

Places available for sale: Amazon (worldwide), Barnes and Noble, Smashwords and Author’s Website

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Marijean

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My name is MJ. I have two wonderful children and work part time as well as volunteer at my children's school.

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Amazing Grass Green Superfood Review

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I recently tried Amazing Grass Green Superfood. I received a sample of all of the flavors, which come in powdered form, and are all vegan and gluten free. It is suggested to mix with 8 ounces of water, juice or your favorite smoothie. They are a whole food supplement, so it’s a great way to get in your greens when you’re not in the mood for a plate of spinach. There is even a chocolate flavor that I can’t wait to try!

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The flavors I tried were Orange Dreamsicle, Pineapple Lemongrass, and Acai Berry. I tried the Pineapple Lemongrass first, just mixed with water. The taste was pretty good, even my two year old drank some. It was a little bitter for my taste, but it was still tasty. I mixed the Orange Dreamsicle with orange juice, and that was better tasting. The Pineapple Lemongrass is a multivitamin so I could definitely mix that one with my orange juice in the mornings. I decided to put the Acai Berry in a fruit smoothie, and that was my favorite. I definitely think mixing them with a flavored drink was better for me. It was a bit strong with just water for my liking, however, it was still drinkable. I think the chocolate one will go perfect with my chocolate protein shake after a workout!

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I would definitely buy this product again. It gave me energy, and I didn’t feel like I need caffeine to get me going. I decided to check out other products on their website. I have already placed an order. I would recommend Amazing Grass to a friend. It’s great for people who are into health and fitness. It’s also great for people wanting to eat healthier, because you can sneak in all of your super foods without having to feel like you’re grazing on spinach and kale all day long.

Terra

Terra

My name is Terra! I am a wife and mother who is passionate about health, fitness, and family. While staying home, I help my two oldest run a YouTube channel that is great fun for kids to watch! https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC_r3trI6eIaptK0zTdhAEqg?view_as=public

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STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS Character Posters

Check out the new character posters for the movie STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS

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Check out the Trailer:

Like STAR WARS on Facebook.

Follow STAR WARS on Twitter.

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Follow STAR WARS on YouTube.

Visit the official STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS website.

STAR WARS: THE FORCE AWAKENS arrives in theaters everywhere on December 18th!

 

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My name is MJ. I have two wonderful children and work part time as well as volunteer at my children's school.

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Santa’s Arrival at The Avenues Mall

 

 

 

 

 

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THE AVENUES SPREADS CHRISTMAS CHEER WITH SANTA’S ARRIVAL
Kids are invited to welcome Santa as he makes his helicopter landing from the North Pole to Jacksonville!

WHAT: Santa Claus is coming to town! Jacksonville-area families are invited to celebrate the joy of the holiday season and welcome jolly ol’ Saint Nick to The Avenues! Santa will make a spectacular helicopter landing at The Avenues on November 6 for all to see!

The fifth annual event will feature live entertainment by X-Hale and a holiday show by Mad Science. Additionally, attendees will enjoy bounce houses, face painting, photo booth, food, games, and a magical fireworks show.

After meeting everyone on the nice list, Santa will take his place at his winter wonderland home in Center Court, where he will pose for photos and listen to holiday wishes through Christmas Eve.

COST: Free. *Santa photo prices vary; please see Santa Set in Center Court for more details.

WHEN: 5th Annual Santa’s Arrival
Friday, November 6 from 6-8 p.m.

WHERE: The Avenues – Buffalo Wild Wings Parking Lot
10300 Southside Boulevard
 Jacksonville, FL 32256

Marijean

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My name is MJ. I have two wonderful children and work part time as well as volunteer at my children's school.

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