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Product Of The Year Awards Review & Giveaway

24 Feb

I attended the 2017 Product of the Year Awards February 9th at The Edison Ballroom. This year’s award show was hosted by “SNL” comedians Rachel Dratch and Anna Gasteyer. 

Product of the Year is the world’s largest consumer-voted award for product innovation backed by the votes of over 40,000 consumers. At the 2017 Product of the Year Awards Show, I was among the first to see the 2017 winners as they are revealed – and take home the winning products!

Product of the Year couldn’t have picked better hosts than Rachel and Anna. I couldn’t stop laughing. They did everything right and their jokes were off the hook. It was great being in a room with all the amazing brands who took home an award for the best products of the year. 

I had quite a few favorites mentioned and enjoyed talking with them, congratulating them and also letting them know I am a true fan and to keep up the good work. 

It was a night of drinks, food, laughs and a great after party. 

Some of my favorites that took home Product of the Year Awards: 

1. LIQUID LAUNDRY: Tide PurClean. 

2. CHOCOLATE: Russell Stover Pecan Delight

3. AIR CARE: Air Wick Bloom Scented Oil Warmer

4. SPECIALTY BREAD: Sara Lee Artesano Bakery Bread 

5. BATH TISSUE: Charmin Essentials Soft

6. HOME CARE: Lysol Disinfecting Wipes

7. SUGAR CONFECTIONS: Werther’s Original Soft Caramels

8. WINE: Broken Clouds Pinot Noir

9. LIP CARE: Carmex Comfort Care Lip Balm

10. SKIN CARE: Kleenex Facial Cleansing Exfoliating Cushions 

11. FABRIC CONDITIONER: Snuggle Plus SuperFresh Dryer Sheets

12. SPIRITS: Smirnoff Red, White and Berry

*GIVEAWAY*

Product of The Year wants to hook one of my readers up with some products from the award show. All you have to do is comment below which product you love, or use or would want to try. Leave your social handle so I can contact you if you win. Five Little Words is not responsible for delivery of prize. This giveaway ends March 12th 11:59 pm and winner announced March 13th. 

Disclosure: I was invited to attend this event. Opinions are mine 100% as always. Swag was given. This is not a compensated post. 

School Of Rock The Musical on Broadway

21 Feb

It was a night out on the town for my son and I as we took in a Musical Broadway Play, School Of Rock. We loved the movie with Jack Black and couldn’t wait to see the play. 

Everything was great even with the script adding on things that made it just as great as the movie. The young cast was amazing and I was rocking out in my seat. Of course everything Live is better. I felt like I was in a concert. The pipes on these kids was incredible. 

We had the chance to talk to the cast after and they told us they started singing and playing instruments when they were young. The ages of the cast range from about 9-13. They also mentioned how excited they were when they got the call that they were chosen to be in the play. Two of the boys are brothers in real life and one said it was hard seeing his brother get the job first after auditioning over and over and being told he was too short he finally got the part. 

I encourage you to head to Broadway and see School Of Rock. You will want to join a band or your kids will wasn’t to join a band after the show is over. Also if you haven’t seen the movie check it out before you go so you can compare the two. The role of “Dewey “was played by Merritt David Janes the night we went. 

Social media:

Facebook: @schoolofrockmusical

Twitter: @SoRmusical

Instagram: @sormusical
Ticketing message:

Prices as low as $59!

Orchestra seats as low as $89!

Visit schoolofrockthemusical.com to learn more and to book tickets
Other info:

Show is 2 hrs 30 mins with one intermission

Recommended for ages 8 and up – children under 4 not permitted in the theatre
Standard About the Show copy:

Currently in performances at the Winter Garden Theatre (1634 Broadway), School of Rock – The Musical is based on the smash hit 2003 film of the same, featuring music from the movie, as well as an original score by Andrew Lloyd Webber, lyrics by Glenn Slater, a book by Julian Fellowes and direction by Laurence Connor. School of Rock – The Musical opened to rave reviews on Sunday, December 6, 2015. This Ben Brantley New York Times ‘Critics’ Pick’ “is an inspiring jolt of energy and mad skillz,” raves Jesse Oxfeld of Entertainment Weekly. And in his four-star Critics’ Pick review, Time Out’s David Cote proclaimed, “School’s IN – forever!” School of Rock – The Musical was nominated for four 2016 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Best Score (Lloyd Webber and Slater), Best Book (Fellowes), and Best Leading Actor in a Musical (Alex Brightman).

 

Based on the hit film, School of Rock – The Musical is a hilarious new musical that follows Dewey Finn, a failed, wannabe rock star who decides to earn a few extra bucks by posing as a substitute teacher at a prestigious prep school. There he turns a class of straight-A students into a guitar-shredding, bass-slapping, mind-blowing rock band. While teaching these pint-sized prodigies what it means to truly rock, Dewey falls for the school’s beautiful, but uptight headmistress, helping her rediscover the wild child within.

Disclosure: This play was hosted and tickets were given for my honest review. Opinions are mine 100% as always. Thank you for a great night out with my son. We really enjoyed it. 

Staying Fit & Healthy With Crunch Fitness

21 Feb

I’m on a 60 day diet and what better way to take care of my body by eliminating unhealthy foods and getting my workout on at none other than Crunch Fitness Gym. My number one workout I love is definitely walking. I walk over 10,000 steps at least 5 or 6 days a week, but something about working out in a gym with lots to offer like aerobic classes, yoga, pilates, swimming, saunas, indoor track, basketball and the best state of the art equipment. I also prefer a gym that’s not too crowded but if it is I must have access to the equipment without having to wait. 

What I love about Crunch Fitness is they’re all over. The newest location is 1131 3rd ave (66th st) in Manhattan. Now that I have a very busy schedule it’s good to know the hours so I can add in a few classes before or after work. I like the fact they open 5 a.m. Mon-Friday and close late. Check the website for locations and full hours. https://www.crunch.com/locations/e-66th-st

I’m aiming to lose a few pounds and I was given a free membership for a month and can’t wait to get there and try everything.    You can make online class reservations, there’s also online nutrition program, live video workouts, personal trainers, full service locker rooms and free wi-fi. My kind of gym indeed. 

Disclosure: I was invited to attend classes at Crunch Fitness with blogger Brianne Manz from (Stroller In The City). Opinions are mine 100% as always. Swag was given from sponsors which included Living Proof Dry Shampoo, Bliss Spa, Ounce Water, KIND bars, Purity Organic Juice, Just Salad, Boom Boom Brow Bar, Enlightened Snacks, and of course, Crunch Fitness. 

Head to MSG check out Venus Williams at BNP Paribas (Get Tickets)

16 Feb

BNP Paribas: 

Tennis icon Venus Williams takes on French Open Champion Garbine Muguruza. Fan favorite Juan Martin del Potro plays Japan’s Kei Nishikori. Top ranked American Jack Sock battles Australian up start Nick Kyrgios. American tennis legend and Grand Slam champ Andy Roddick will match up against Australia’s former world number one player, Lleyton Hewitt.
This year’s tennis celebration will feature the World TeamTennis format, where every point counts!

BNP Paribas, the Tennis tournament at MSG on March 6th.

 Save 20% on tickets!*

*Valid on select seats

Use code: FAMILY

To purchase: http://bit.ly/2f11pad

 

Legal: *Offer valid on tickets originally priced $65 – $150. Not valid on previously purchased tickets and cannot be combined with any other offer or discount. Ticketmaster purchases are subject to a Ticketmaster service charge. All sales are final- no refunds or exchanges. Offer may be revoked or modified at any time without notice. Offer subject to availability. Other restrictions may apply. Accessible and companion seats are available via the Disabled Services Department at 212-465-6115. ©2017 MSG Sports & Entertainment Holdings, LLC. All rights reserved.

Disclosure: This is not a sponsored post. Tickets were given. Opinions are mine 100% as always. 

Tickets to Sesame Street Live: Make a New Friend at MSG

16 Feb

Sesame Street Live: Make a New Friend

Celebrate the universal joy of friendship in this fun-filled, interactive live stage show! Sing and dance along with your favorite characters – Elmo, Grover, Abby Cadabby and Big Bird and their Sesame Street friends – as they welcome Chamki, Grover’s friend from India, to Sesame Street. The Theater at MSG is the perfect place to join the fun, make some new friends and share unforgettable memories with your loved ones!

Sesame Street Live playing at the Theater at MSG February 16th – the 26th

Save up to 25% on tickets!*

*Valid on select seats and performances

Use code: FAMILY

To purchase: http://www.theateratmsg.com/sslfamily

 

Legal: *Must use code SSLFAMILY to receive offer. Valid on select seats and performances only. Offer not valid on previously purchased tickets and cannot be combined with any other offer. A $6.00 facility fee is included in the price of each ticket. Discount is calculated off of the original box office price. Service charges apply to telephone and internet orders. All sales are final—no refunds or exchanges. Offer may be revoked or modified at any time without notice and is subject to availability. Other restrictions may apply. Offer expires Sunday, February 26 at 5:30pm. Accessible and companion seats are available via the Disabled Services Department at 212-465-6034. ©2017 MSG Sports & Entertainment Holdings, L.P. All rights reserved.

Disclosure: This is not a sponsored post. Tickets were given. Opinions are mine 100% as always. 

Nintendo Switch Approaching Fast 3/3/17 #nintendoswitch

9 Feb

Back in January of this year my kids and I were invited to a Nintendo Switch event where we were the first to test out the new console. My kids were counting down the days. I don’t think I’ve ever been more excited for a console since the NES. The Switch hits stores March 3rd.

When we walked in it was like a home filled with nothing but video games. We tested out Mario Kart 8 Deluxe, my daughter loved dancing with the Just Dance 2017 game. She was there practically the whole time. My son enjoyed Street Fighter 2  The Legends Of Zelda Breath of the Wild, Arms, Splatoon 2 and so many others they both enjoyed. 


I was impressed how the console looks, how many people can play and where it can be taken. We do a lot of traveling and this is great to take on the road, hotels, airplane, picnics, bbq’s, etc. I was also impressed with the price of $299. Battery life can last more than six hours depending on the software and usage conditions. 32 GB of internal memory. Users can easily expand storage space using microSDHC or microSDXC cards.6.2-inch, multi-touch capacitive touch screen; can display a resolution of 1280 x 720.Keep the focus on fun by using parental controls to manage how your family interacts with Nintendo Switch. Link up to eight systems together to play anywhere.


I’m going to enjoy Just Dance 2017 with my daughter at home and on the go. We love dancing and this is great for exercise too. Mario Kart 8 Deluxe the whole family is gonna love. Bring all the games to us. 


We are back at it again this Sunday 2/12 this time for a Nintendo Switch exclusive event at the Nintendo NY store in Rockefeller Center. This time we are going to play the 1-2-Switch game. What do milking a cow, a samurai duel and an eating contest all have in common? NINTENDO, of course!!  1-2-Switch is a ridiculously fun “Party in a Box” game. What makes the party? Fun and crazy competitions that let you literally face off with your friends and family: everything from a wild-west duel to a cow-milking competition to a copycat dance-off. With 1-2-Switch you can throw an impromptu party anywhere thanks to a new play style in which players look at each other—not the screen.

This games launches March 3rd. We can’t wait for this one. We had a great time at the first event and are super excited about the next one. We will be even more excited to get the Nintendo Switch in our house and have friendly competitions. Nintendo for life!! 

Disclosure: My family and I were invited to attend these events. Opinions are mine and my kids 100% as always. My kids are Nintendo game reviewers. 

Harlem Globetrotters Debuting First 4-Point Line At MSG Get Your Tickets!! 

7 Feb

Don’t miss The Original Harlem Globetrotters at Madison Square Garden February 19th & 20th with THREE amazing games! A star-studded roster will have fans on the edge of their seats to witness the ball handling wizardry, basketball artistry and one-of-a-kind family entertainment that thrills fans of all ages. 

New this season, the Globetrotters will debut basketball’s first 4-point line. The 4-point line will be located 30 feet from the basket – 6 feet, 3 inches beyond the top of the NBA’s current 3-point line.
Join Globetrotter stars after the game where they will stay for an autograph, photograph and high five session for fans (subject to availability).


Before the game, take part in a once-in-a-lifetime Harlem Globetrotter experience, you and your family can spend time on the court with the Globetrotters – shooting, learning ball tricks, and taking autographs and photos! The unique 30-minute pre-show, “Magic Pass,” will create memories of a lifetime. All customers must have a game ticket AND Magic Pass for entry. This includes all children as well as the parent(s)/guardian(s) wishing to accompany them. Soft/rubber soled shoes must be worn on court.

 

Save 25% on tickets!*

*Valid on select seats and games.

Use code: GLOBE1

To purchase: http://www.thegarden.com/events/2017/february/harlem-globetrotters.html

 

 Legal: *Offer not valid on previously purchased tickets and cannot be combined with any other offer. 8 ticket max per order. Discount is calculated off of the original box office price. Service charges apply to telephone and internet orders. All sales are final – no refunds or exchanges. Offer may be revoked or modified at any time without notice and is subject to availability. Other restrictions may apply. Offer expires February 20, 2017. Accessible and companion seats are available via the Disabled Services Department at 212-465-6115. ©2017 MSG Sports & Entertainment Holdings, LLC. All rights reserved.

Disclosure: This is not a compensated post. Tickets were given to me. 

Disney’s NEWSIES THE BROADWAY MUSICAL COMING TO CINEMAS/ Giveaway #NewsiesForever #FathomEvents #DisneyNewsies #Newsies #NYC

1 Feb

Straight from the Broadway stage, Fathom Events and Disney Theatrical Productions are thrilled to bring the Tony Award®-winning musical NEWSIES to cinemas nationwide in an exclusive three-day event on February 16, 18 and 22.


Filmed live on stage at the Pantages Theatre in Hollywood, CA, this not-to-be-missed high energy show stars Original Broadway cast members Jeremy Jordan as “Jack Kelly,” Kara Lindsay as “Katherine,” Ben Fankhauser as “Davey” and Andrew Keenan-Bolger as “Crutchie”. They’re joined by North American Tour stars Steve Blanchard as “Joseph Pulitzer,” and Aisha de Haas as “Medda Larkin,” and Ethan Steiner as “Les” along with members of both the Broadway and North American Tour ensembles, filling the stage with more “newsies” and more dancing than ever before.

Set in New York City at the turn of the century and based on a true story, Newsies is the rousing tale of Jack Kelly, a charismatic newsboy and leader of a ragged band of teenaged ‘newsies,’ who dreams only of a better life far from the hardship of the streets. But when publishing titans Joseph Pulitzer and William Randolph Hearst raise distribution prices at the newsboys’ expense, Jack finds a cause to fight for and rallies newsies from across the city to strike and take a stand for what’s right.

DISNEY’S NEWSIES

The Broadway Musical
 Dates and Times: 

Thursday, February 16 at 7:00pm 

Saturday, February 18 at 12:55pm

Wednesday, February, 22 at 7:00pm

 

BUY TICKETS HERE!  

Tickets are also available for purchase at: http://bit.ly/DisneyNewsies

GIVEAWAY: 

You can also to win a pair of passes to one of the screening in NY/NJ area here: https://goo.gl/forms/jtrtRUiHmid15iPq2

Disclosure: This is not a sponsored post. Five Little Words is not responsible for picking winner. Winners will be contacted through email. I was provided tickets. 


All Day Play At Camelback and Aquatopia #MTCamelback

1 Feb

Skiing, snowboarding and snow tubing OH MY!!! That’s what we were doing in Camelback Resort January 22nd. Momtrends had Ski Day for bloggers and their families and we packed up the 2017 Toyota RAV4 and headed to Tannersville, Pennsylvania for the day. 

We were very excited because this was our first time ever going skiing. I signed the kids up for snowboarding lessons. I decided to snowboard on my own and it was pretty fun. You can see my skills on my Instagram page here: https://instagram.com/p/BPmI4CwhBKZ/


My daughter took lessons with her age group and my son went with his. Lessons are 90 minutes long. This gives the adults time to do other things like ski or snowboard themselves or stand on the side and take pics and video of your kids. 


My daughter said she enjoyed her lesson. My son on the other hand had an accident and I was contacted on my cell phone to come quickly. I was so scared and worried but hoping it wasn’t too serious. When I got there my son’s arm was in a sling and he was waiting for the snowmobile to take him to fist aid. I wanted to cry because as parents we never want to see our kids in pain. I definitely wanted to know what happened and if he was ok to finish out the day or did we have to leave right away. Since first aid is not an actual hospital with doctors all they could do is tell us to keep it in the sling and go to a hospital to make sure his wrist wasn’t broken. Yes, when my son fell he landed on his wrists. Out of all people to break something I thought it would be me. 


I was also told we should have had helmets and wrist guards for first time snowboarders. I had no clue we could have rented this there. It was not part of my package but I definitely would have purchased it. Good to know for future visits. 

After a lollipop was given to my son he wanted to eat. First aid told us to go to a clinic nearby and get an X-ray but the clinic didn’t take our insurance so we decided to go to our hospital once we got back to the city. 

I really was sad my son couldn’t go snowtubing and have fun in the waterpark (Aquatopia). He’s a trooper and hung in there so his sister could have fun. I was still hoping his wrist was ok at that point. 


Aquatopia and snowtubing is amazing. I don’t know how many times my daughter went snowtubing with friends. Hopefully we will go back and make a day out of it again minus the snowboarding. It was a good day and the weather was great it was in the 50’s. 

Made it to the emergency and after 3 X-rays my son had a few broken bones. He was numbed with a needle and some of the bones were pushed back in place. I couldn’t look but I’m glad he didn’t feel anything. I feel like I felt all the pain. The other bones will heal with the cast that was put on. He had an orthopedic appointment the other day and must keep the cast on for 4-6 weeks. It’s his left hand. He’s a righty so I’m glad if he needs to write he’s able to. 
I remember having a cast on my right arm when I was in elementary school and taking a fall at the playground. It’s not fun. All he wants is for the bones to heal so he can play video games but he’s not complaining about being out of school. Typical teenager. A teacher will come to our place and study with him a few days a week till he’s ready to go back. I’m so glad his school provides this service. 

I still would like to thank Momtrends for having Ski Day at Camelback Resort as we still will always remember this trip. As I said on my Instagram post We came, We played, We conquered. This is a great place for families especially Aquatopia which is indoors at Camelback Lodge. So many water rides to choose from. 

For more info check out: 

Facebook

@CamelbackMountainResort

@CamelbackLodge&IndoorWaterpark

 

Twitter 

@SkiCamelback

@CamelbackLodge

 

Instagram 

@SkiCamelback

@CamelbackLodge


Disclosure: This was a hosted event courtesy of Momtrends. Opinions are mine as always. 

Disney Junior At The Movies: Mickey and the Roadster Racers And Ticket Screening Giveaway

11 Jan

Mickey’s BIG Celebration: Mickey And The Roadster RacersDate: Saturday, January 14, 2017

Time: 10:00AM

Run Time: 1 hour 10 minutes


In this all-new series, Mickey and the gang now run a super-cool garage where they take care of their brand-new, transforming roadsters, as they get ready for races around Hot Dog Hills and around the world! 

When they’re not on the road with Mickey competing for trophies, Minnie and Daisy run their own business, “The Happy Helpers”, solving problems for anyone needing a helping hand. Minnie’s skills know no limits and her style will still be as fashionable as ever.


 “Disney Junior at the Movies – Mickey’s BIG Celebration” is almost here! Come celebrate Mickey’s Birthday and be the FIRST to see Mickey’s all new series Mickey and the Roadster Racers on the BIG screen. You can sing and dance along with all your Disney Junior favorites, so grab the wheel and join the fun!

Be sure to check out Mickey, Minnie, Donald, Goofy, Daisy and your favorite Disney Junior pals as Fathom Events and Disney Junior present a special sneak peek of Mickey and the Roadster Racers in select movie theatres nationwide at this hot diggity racer-rific one-day event on Saturday, January 14th!

Attendees will also receive a $5 offer to the Disney Stores and a free e-book download, as well as other giveaways.

*GIVEAWAY*
Enter to win 2 tickets to the show in the link here: https://goo.gl/forms/KOhr52ikR70HyAMe2 

Where it says how did you hear about this event mention Five Little Words. 

Disclosure: This is not a sponsored post. Five Little Words is not responsible for ticket giveaway. Winner will be emailed. 

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