Barbie makes her graphic novel debut in two new series from Papercutz!

November 1, 2016 By Marijean

PAPERCUTZ DEBUTS BARBIE GRAPHIC NOVELS WITH TWO NEW SERIES

Volume One of

Barbie is available now

Volume One of Barbie Puppies will be released on November 29

http://papercutz.com/kids-comics-graphic-novels/barbie

Barbie, the world’s #1 fashion doll, is making her debut in two new series from Papercutz this fall. With two new original graphic novel series, Barbie and Barbie Puppies, fans of Mattel’s classic doll can now experience all of the adventures of Barbie and her friends like never before!

Barbie Graphic Novel Vol. 1, “Fashion Superstar,” which is available now, finds Barbie diving into the high-stakes world of fashion. As Barbie pursues her dream, she meets a diverse bunch of all-new friends that can help her… and some others that may actually try to end her fashion career before it even starts!

The second of the new Barbie graphic novels is “Puppy Party” from the Barbie Puppies series, which will be released on November 29. Based on the popular Barbie Puppies DVD films “The Great Puppy Adventure” and “A Puppy Chase,” “Puppy Party” tells the story of Barbie and her sisters entering their pups – Honey, Rookie, Taffy and DJ – in a dog show in the city. But when the puppies get lost, the adventure begins!

These new graphic novels featuring the life and adventures of Barbie are just what young readers have been waiting for. While the Barbie franchise has taken many other forms in music, movies and more, this is the first time in over 25 years that this globally-recognized figure will be the subject of a graphic novel. These fun stories let Barbie fans enjoy her adventures in one of the fastest growing mediums in kids’ media and they’re sure to be a perennial favorite in libraries, schools and homes across America.

A third graphic novel series, Barbie Starlight, is slated for release later this year.

About Papercutz

Papercutz is celebrating ten innovative audience-expanding years of publishing great graphic novels for all ages. Papercutz graphic novels for kids, tweens, and teens include a wide range of genres from humor, action adventure, mystery, and horror to favorite licensed characters. It is proud to be the only publisher exclusively dedicated to children’s graphic novels, working every day to introduce young readers to the imaginative wonders waiting to be discovered in comics. To find out more visit http://www.papercutz.com.

About Mattel

The Mattel family of companies (Nasdaq: MAT) is a worldwide leader in the design, manufacture and marketing of toys and family products. Mattel’s portfolio of best-selling brands includes Barbie®, the most popular fashion doll ever produced, Hot Wheels®, Monster High®, American Girl®, Thomas & Friends®, Fisher-Price® brands and MEGA® Brands, as well as a wide array of entertainment-inspired toy lines. In 2015, Mattel was named one of the “World’s Most Ethical Companies” by Ethisphere Magazine, and in 2014 ranked No. 5 on Corporate Responsibility Magazine’s “100 Best Corporate Citizens” list. With worldwide headquarters in El Segundo, Calif., Mattel’s companies employ approximately 31,000 people in 40 countries and territories and sell products in more than 150 nations. Visit us at www.mattel.com, www.facebook.com/mattel or www.twitter.com/mattel.

Marijean

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

11th Annual St. Johns Town Center Holiday Spectacular and Tree Lighting on November 12th

October 26, 2016 By Marijean

St. JOHNS TOWN CENTER HOSTS ANNUAL HOLIDAY SPECTACULAR

Enjoy a full day of holiday festivities with live music, children’s activities and more!

It’s that time of year again! Mark your calendars for the 11^th annual St. Johns Town Center Holiday Spectacular and tree lighting. It will be held on Saturday, November 12 from 2 – 8 p.m. and you won’t want to miss Jacksonville’s first tree lighting of the holiday season!

WHAT: The 11^th annual Holiday Spectacular at St. Johns Town Center will kick off the holiday season on Saturday, November 12 from 2 – 8 p.m. with a full day of festivities, culminating with the lighting of the tree by Santa Claus and a fireworks display. Shoppers will enjoy holiday entertainment including a silent DJ, magicians, holiday photo opportunities, games, giveaways, interactive hot chocolate station, costume characters, and more.

Holiday entertainment will include live performances beginning at 6 p.m. at the Main Stage, located in the Town Green in front of Maggiano’s Little Italy on Midtown Parkway. Additionally, the evening will feature a dynamic performance by a special headliner – to be announced soon!

COST: Free and open to the community.

WHERE: St. Johns Town Center

4663 River City Drive

Jacksonville, FL 32246

WHEN: Saturday, November 12

2 – 8 p.m.

For the latest information, please visit www.StJohnsTownCenter.com or find us on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram at @StJohnsTownCtr.

Marijean

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

The Nightmare Before Christmas – Returns to Regal Cinemas this Halloween Weekend!!

October 25, 2016 By Marijean

23 years after opening in theatres, I am very excited to share that this Halloween weekend, Friday, October 28th – Monday, October 31st, you can celebrate the Halloween holiday with Jack Skellington, Sally, Oogie Boogie and more as Disney’s beloved classic THE NIGHTMARE BEFORE CHRISTMAS!! This film returns for a limited engagement exclusively in over 200 Regal cinemas locations nationwide! Tickets are now on sale at select Regal theatres.

Tickets are now on sale at select Regal theaters. Participating theaters include locations in Alaska, Arkansas, Arizona, California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Idaho, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Louisiana, Massachusetts, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New Mexico, Nevada, New York, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Oregon, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia and Washington. For tickets and information, visit: http://regmovi.es/tnbc2016.

Marijean

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

Spoil your Cat with WhiskerBox! @thewhiskerbox #review

October 24, 2016 By Marijean

I love to spoil my sweet kitty, Scarlet. She is a 2 year old furry ball of fun. I am always buying her new types of treats to try and new toys. I love how she actually plays with the cat toys I get her, and they don’t sit and collect dust. When I was asked to review a themed cat subscription box called WhiskerBox, I knew Scarlet would love it!

What is WhiskerBox?

Every WhiskerBox item is pawpicked from around the world and tested by fellow felines. Only the best are selected into WhiskerBox each month, including stylish apparel, stimulating toys, scrumptious treats, and specialty items.

The process is very simple. Go over to WhiskerBox and click “Get Started”. Once you do you will come across a page that gives you the different subscription boxes offered. Below are the two options.

WHISKERBOX GIFT

$49.95

Details

4-6 premium items, including feline apparel, lifelike toys, delectable treats, and one-of-a-kind treasures
Professionally designed Whisker[Box] and description card

Benefits

More than $65 USD worth of feline goodies
Free shipping to US and Canada
If you are not happy with any of the items, we’ll make it right

WHISKERBOX SUBSCRIPTION

~~$49.95~~ $39.95 on the 1st of each month

Details

4-6 premium items, including feline apparel, lifelike toys, delectable treats, and one-of-a-kind treasures
Professionally designed Whisker[Box] and description card

Benefits

More than $65 USD worth of feline goodies
Free shipping to US and Canada
If you are not happy with any of the items, we’ll make it right

I was able to review the WhiskerBox Gift.

My box arrived very fast, and my kitty and I were very excited to open it and see all of the goodies inside!

This box was filled with the cutest cat items! It included an adorable Lion halloween costume, candy corn bowtie, 2 cat toys, cat treats, wet cat food, and even candy for us humans!

Scarlet loved checking out the box! She was sniffing like crazy at all the items.

Scarlet is ready for Halloween in her lion costume!!

Lots of goodies for one happy kitty!!

The items that came in the box were definitely of high quality. I will be ordering a subscription since this is such a fun way to treat my fur kid each month.

You can customize your box with replacing edible goodies with something non edible, and you can put in your cats weight for apparel sizing.

This is such a cute idea, and I am so happy that Scarlet and I were able to review this. What a great gift this subscription box would make for the upcoming holidays! Scarlet loved everything that came in the box, especially the cat treats! She went crazy over those. I am sure your kitty will also! Order your subscription here.

If you sign up at this link and use coupon code mommyhastowork at checkout, you will receive 10% off each subscription box for life!!

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*I received a complimentary box in exchange for my review. All opinions are my own. This review also contains an affiliate link.