DreamWorks Pictures’ “Need for Speed” marks an exciting return to the great car culture films of the 1960s and ’70s, when the authenticity of the world brought a new level of intensity to the action on-screen. Tapping into what makes the American myth of the open road so appealing, the story chronicles a near-impossible cross-country journey for our heroes — one that begins as a mission for revenge, but proves to be one of redemption. Based on the most successful racing video game franchise ever with over 140 million copies sold, “Need for Speed” captures the freedom and excitement of the game in a real-world setting, while bringing to life the passion for the road that has made our love of cars so timeless.
The film centers around Tobey Marshall (Aaron Paul), a blue-collar mechanic who races muscle cars on the side in an unsanctioned street-racing circuit. Struggling to keep his family-owned garage afloat, he reluctantly partners with the wealthy and arrogant ex-NASCAR driver Dino Brewster (Dominic Cooper). But just as a major sale to car broker Julia Maddon (Imogen Poots) looks like it will save Tobey’s shop, a disastrous race allows Dino to frame Tobey for a crime he didn’t commit, and sending Tobey to prison while Dino expands his business out West.
Two years later, Tobey is released and set on revenge — but he knows his only chance to take down his rival Dino is to defeat him in the high-stakes race known as De Leon — the Super Bowl of underground racing. However to get there in time, Tobey will have to run a high-octane, action-packed gauntlet that includes dodging pursuing cops coast-to-coast as well as contending with a dangerous bounty Dino has put out on his car. With the help of his loyal crew and the surprisingly resourceful Julia, Tobey defies odds at every turn and proves that even in the flashy world of exotic supercars, the underdog can still finish first.
“Need for Speed” is presented by DreamWorks Pictures, produced by Patrick O’Brien, John Gatins and Mark Sourian, and directed by Scott Waugh. The screenplay is by George Gatins. The story is by George Gatins & John Gatins, and, based on the video game series created by Electronic Arts. .
I’m a big fan of Razor scooters, they pretty much invented the trend of every kid wanting a scooter. Toy Fair is the yearly unveiling of all the cool new toys, scooters and anything else a kid (or adult) can play with… Here’s a first look at what Razor will be releasing…
The classic three-wheeler powers up with the new PowerRider 360! Riders can blast into the future with this thrilling new ride that will go up to 9 mph. With the push of a button, riders are cruising, spinning and drifting thanks to the high-performance dual inclined rear caster wheels. Up to 30 minutes of continuous use on a single charge. Features include welded steel frame and fork with moto-style double crown fork, folding foot pegs, rubber grips, hand-operated brake and flag. A 360-degree ride, electrified!
Availability: Spring 2014 Ages: 8 and up (up to 120 pounds) MSRP: $179.99
Razor Rift™ caster scooter
The Rift scooter is a fresh take on a two-wheel scooter, for an exciting new ride with side to side carving action. Ride like a scooter, carve through corners, or drift like a pro with the 360-degree rear inclined caster wheel. The bright red Traction Deck features intense texturing and contouring for non-slip grip.
Availability: Spring 2014 Ages: 8 and up (up to 143 pounds) MSRP: $69.99
Razor California Longboard kick scooter
Cruise into the sunset on this classic! We know older kids and tweens love to cruise on longboard skateboards. Now they can ride the longboard wave, scooter style, with the California Longboard scooter. This classic scooter is the ultimate stretch ride with its extra-long, stylized wooden deck, super-sized urethane wheels and integrated kick tail. Razor’s keepin‘ it cool in California.
Availability: Fall 2014 Ages: 8 and up (up to 220 pounds) MSRP: $79.99
Razor Jr. Zombie and Monster Kix three-wheel scooters
Sidewalk dwellers beware – kid Zombies and Monsters are ready to cruise! Preschool kids love to role play and they’re always on the move, so now they can do both. The new Razor Jr. preschool scooters with popular zombie and monster themes are great for some silly scootering fun! The Zombie and Monster Kix scooters have over-sized, soft-molded handlebar grips that look like creature hands with matching deck graphics. The stand-alone design helps young riders build coordination and the tilt-to-turn feature helps them learn to steer.
Availability: Spring 2014 Ages: 3 and up (up to 45 pounds) MSRP: $44.99
Razor Jr. Twisti toddler ride-on
The Twisti toddler ride-on is the cutest bug that invites little movers to take a fun ride. With darling Little Buzz and Lady Buzz bumble bee designs, kids simply have a seat, rest their feet, and they’re off – moving the handlebars side-to-side to propel themselves. Twisti’s bright eyes follow along, moving back-and-forth for a real bug’s eye view! Giggles are guaranteed!
Availability: Spring 2014 Ages: 18 months and up (up to 55 pounds) MSRP: $44.99
Razor Jr. Kuties three-wheel character scooter
The Kuties are the perfect preschool scooters with a two-in-one surprise – it’s a scooter and a hobby horse. Now kids can take a ride with a cuddly buddy! The stable three-wheel design features an extra-wide deck to build coordination and the plush horse and unicorn character heads lift out of the scooter to become a hobby horse for extra, active, outdoor fun! Cowboy and Unicorn designs include plush heads with decorative embroidery and theme deck graphics.
Availability: Spring 2014 Ages: 3 and up (up to 45 pounds) MSRP: $44.99
Too cool!!! Right? – You know you’re kid is going to want one of those… We’ve got you covered with amazing twitter party Monday Feburary17th 2014 at 1:00pm EST. Where we will be giving away a prize every 6 minutes. If you’re asking “What’s a twitter party?” check this link out to make it simple tchat.io. We will be asking questions on different product so take a look at Razor’s website and those that get them right will be entered to win the prizes.
Remember 2/17/14 at 1pm EST to join us using the hashtag #RazorRiders and remember to follow @RazorWorldwide@DaDaRocks and @MommasGoneCity but I know what you want a list of the prizes…so to get the ball rolling, here is a list of prizes:
TWO FAMILIES FIND HEALTH SUCCESS, LOSING A TOTAL OF 135 POUNDS AND RESULTING IN A 4-YEAR-OLD WHO DEMANDS HIS BROCCOLI!
Two Colorado moms say portion control and balanced nutrition are just part of the solution to help everyone reach weight loss goals in 2014
When Grace Stean, a flight attendant and mom was diagnosed with severe hypertension, she knew she had to make some lifestyle changes. Not only did she want to manage her condition through diet and exercise, it also made her turn her attention to the health of her growing son, 4-year-old Luke. She worried he would become a childhood obesity statistic, given that the Centers for Disease Control has seen a doubling in the past 3 decades.
Nearby in Longmont, Colorado, her friend Sheila Kemper Dietrich and family were also worried as well about losing weight and had been for years. That’s why Sheila sat down and invented Kidliga and Livliga, portion control dishware, With an advisory board including a physician and certified nutritionist, Kemper Dietrich created a tool adults, parents and children can use to make permanent, healthy habits easy for lifestyle, weight loss, weight management and balanced nutrition. And it’s needed. More than a third of Americans (37.5%) are classified as obese while two-thirds are now overweight.
Using her own creation, Sheila, her husband and daughter have lost a total of 115 pounds and are still working toward their goals. Grace Stean has lost 20 pounds using Livliga and is now a yoga aficionado. Grace uses Kidliga dishes with Luke and teaches him with its accompanying storybook, Sammie & Sax in the Land of Quinoa: The Search for a Balanced Meal. Learning healthy habits at such a young age is having an amazing result, with Luke regularly requesting broccoli at home and in restaurants, developing a love of fish and quinoa and less picky eating.
Grace says, “He already ignores any type of fast food or French fries, which is terrific! My hope is with the Kidliga influence that when he’s on his own and grown up, he’ll continue making healthy food choices and won’t be swayed by peers he sees eating junk food.”
Both women say their different approach can help everyone trying to improve their health starting now through 2014. Here are some tips and information they want to share with you:
Drop the guilt and acknowledge that as a country, we are being manipulated into a psychology of overeating. Plate sizes have grown by 51% since 1900. Furthermore, do you know plate colors affect how much you eat? The Journal of Consumer Research shows the size and color of bowls and plates influence how much we eat. Study results showed that on average, changing the color of the plate so it highly contrasted the food reduced how much volunteers served themselves by 21%.
Take control of managing your food environment and understand the relationship of plated food to eye to brain. The same amount of food on a portion control plate will look much larger to you than the same food on a larger plate. Consider this as you plate or use a portion control plate such as Livliga as an easy solution. Livliga’s unique design on the plate also makes the food look plentiful. Take a moment to really look at the plated meal.
Acknowledge meal times with focus and intent. Sit down and breathe. Don’t eat on the run or eat quickly. Don’t graze. If we’re grazing, our bodies never gear up to properly metabolize food.
Don’t go it alone in trying to figure out your calories burned vs. calories consumed ratios. Using the SuperTracker on the the USDA MyPlate in conjunction with portion control dishware created using those same guidelines is key. MyPlate is the U.S. government’s nutrition guide for what a person should consume on a daily basis for a balanced diet.
Following these simple tips and using Kidliga and Livliga can help maintain healthy habits starting now. With these easy everyday tools extend your strong course to optimum wellness and your healthier future!
ABOUT KIDLIGA:
Kidliga is a right-sized dishware set that offers visual cues to guide kids to serve themselves just-right portions on their plates at every meal. The accompanying children’s book, Sammie & Sax in the Land of Quinoa: The Search for a Balanced Meal, is the winner of a 2013 Bronze Moonbeam Award for best health book! It’s a fun, engaging, well-designed teaching tool, providing recipes, a teaching guide, and subtle lessons about a balanced meal.
The book tells the story of two curious kids, Sammie and Sax, and their dog Rhubarb as they search for a balanced meal. The dishware features these characters along with specifically sized icons to represent the appropriate amount for each food group as designated by the USDA/MyPlate.gov. In addition to the dishware and the children’s book, the Livliga website offers activities and recipes that can be downloaded to engage the whole family in learning about healthy eating in an adventurous and interactive way.
Kidliga is available now at the discounted price of $49.95. Sets may be ordered at www.LivligaHome.com.
ABOUT LIVLIGA: Livliga (www.LivligaHome.com) was founded in March of 2011. The company was conceived out of the personal need for a solution to our supersized world surrounding eating. Sheila Kemper Dietrich assembled a team of experts with a combined 70 years of experience to create a suite of affordable tableware that will contribute to solving the obesity epidemic. Livliga is available as well online.
SeekingSitters offers tips for finding a sitter on the “most requested night of the year”
This Valentine’s Day, ‘may all your troubles be forgot’ – because you booked childcare early enough to make time for shopping, cooking and parties. It may be the most important item to cross off your to-do list.
The closer it gets to the Valentine’s Day, the harder and more expensive it gets to find a trustworthy, qualified sitter. At SeekingSitters, Valentine’s Day is one of the most requested night of the year. The nationwide babysitting referral service provides experienced, entertaining and thoroughly screened sitters who have CPR and First Aid training.
“It’s stressful enough without having to worry about finding a sitter at the last minute who you trust with your children and want in your home,” Adrienne Kallweit, founder of SeekingSitters said. The mother of three and licensed private investigator found herself in that predicament in the past, which is why she and her husband founded SeekingSitters to help other parents.
“We have in-house licensed private investigators who thoroughly pre-screen all of our sitters, we interview them face-to face and verify they have extensive childcare experience to make it safe and fun for your kids,” Kallweit said.
Hiring your own sitter? Kallweit has three tips to ring in the New Year right
· Don’t Wait – Figure out the dates, that you’ll need a babysitter. Put the dates and times in writing and give them to your sitter. Get a firm commitment from the sitter and let them know you’re asking early to make big plans. Ask other families if the sitter you’re considering has a history of being responsible, on time and reliable.
· Thoroughly Screen the Sitter – Call their references and verify their First Aid and CPR credentials. .Interview potential childcare workers face-to-face and ask tough questions about how they handle disciplinary and emergency situations. Invest in a background check through a licensed private investigation firm.
· Offer Holiday Pay – Pay your sitter a little extra during this holiday to acknowledge their efforts during this time of year. Also give them a few extra dollars if the sitter has prepared things to do with your kids, such as making crafts and gifts.
Want to know more about finding the perfect sitter? Visit SeekingSitters.com
One thing in life you cant do is disappoint the kids – well at least we try not to disappoint the kids. One simple fact here in NYC is that the movies sell out – especially great kid movies. They’re few and far between when a good kid movie comes out.
We all knew The Lego Movie was going to be BIG! My son has been jumping up and down about the commercials on TV for weeks now. Well there is one simple way to make me look like a hero instead of a zero (if we show up and its sold out)… I simply use Fandango.
To help families and LEGO fans alike secure their seats in advance, Fandango has launched collectible THE LEGO MOVIE-themed gift cards, available at retail, exclusively at Target stores (and online at Fandango.com). The gift cards can be used to purchase movie tickets onFandango.com or Fandango’s free mobile app to more than 22,000 screens across the country.
More about the THE LEGO MOVIE Fandango gift cards… they are available only at Target stores and can be found in the Toys & Games section amongst the cool THE LEGO MOVIE toys, also exclusive to Target. The featured toys include 17 different building sets that enable children to bring THE LEGO MOVIE to life, helping Emmet and the Master Builders save the LEGO world from Lord Business. Imagination and creativity will run wild with these sets, which represent the most exciting and memorable scenes from the film. Four different LEGO MOVIE-themed gift cards (including a Valentine’s Day card) are also available for purchase on Fandango at www.fandango.com/lego-movie-gift-cards
THE LEGO MOVIE, from Warner Bros. Pictures, Village Roadshow Pictures and LEGO System A/S, stars Chris Pratt, Will Ferrell, Elizabeth Banks, Will Arnett, Nick Offerman, Alison Brie and Charlie Day, with Liam Neeson and Morgan Freeman. The original 3D computer animated story follows Emmet, an ordinary, rules-following, perfectly average LEGO minifigure who is mistakenly identified as the most extraordinary person and the key to saving the world. Emmet is drafted into a fellowship of strangers on an epic quest to stop an evil tyrant, a journey for which he is hopelessly and hilariously underprepared.
For more information on THE LEGO MOVIE and other family movies, along with the latest trailers, age-specific movie recommendations and ticketing options, check out Fandango’s “Family Room” at www.fandango.com/familyroom.
Keep an eye out on Facebook this coming week as we’ll have a great Fandango Gift Card giveaway thanks to @TheLEGOMovie and @Fandango | #TheLEGOMovie and #FandangoFamilyRoom.
“Planes: Fire & Rescue” is a new comedy-adventure about second chances, featuring a dynamic crew of elite firefighting aircraft devoted to protecting historic Piston Peak National Park from raging wildfire. When world famous air racer Dusty (voice of Dane Cook) learns that his engine is damaged and he may never race again, he must shift gears and is launched into the world of aerial firefighting. Dusty joins forces with veteran fire and rescue helicopter Blade Ranger and his courageous team, including spirited super scooper Dipper (voice of Julie Bowen), heavy-lift helicopter Windlifter, ex-military transport Cabbie and a lively bunch of brave all-terrain vehicles known as The Smokejumpers. Together, the fearless team battles a massive wildfire and Dusty learns what it takes to become a true hero. Directed by Bobs Gannaway (“Secret of the Wings”), “Planes: Fire & Rescue” hits theaters in 3D on July 18, 2014.
“Planes: Fire & Rescue” is a new comedy-adventure in which Dusty joins forces with a dynamic crew of elite firefighting aircraft and learns what it takes to become a true hero.
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment and BBC Earth Films invite you to bring home Walking with Dinosaurs The Movie, an awe-inspiring adventure 70 million years in the making, now stomping in just in time for Easter.
Dino fans of all ages will be ‘herding” to get their own copy of Walking With Dinosaurs The Movie, releasing on Blu-ray™ and DVD March 25. Hailed by viewers for its explosive visual achievements, Walking With Dinosaurs The Movie is “Jurassic Park meets The Lion King” (The Today Show) and “…too good a visual treat to miss” (Philadelphia Inquirer).
The gigantic voice talents of Justin Long (Alvin and the Chipmunks franchise) and John Leguizamo (Ice Age franchise) take you on a thrilling prehistoric journey the whole family will enjoy! In a time when dinosaurs rule the Earth, the smallest of the pack — a playful Pachyrhinosaurus named Patchi — embarks on the biggest adventure of his life. As he tries to find his place in a spectacular world filled with fun-loving friends and a few dangerous foes, Patchi will discover the courage he needs to become the leader of the herd…and a hero for the ages.
Experience the spectacular story that brings dinosaurs to life and the viewer back in time. Directed by Barry Cook (Mulan, Arthur Christmas) and Neil Nightingale (Meerkats: The Movie) and the writer behind the hit film Happy Feet, Walking With Dinosaurs The Movie features heart-warming performances from an incredible ensemble of Hollywood’s biggest stars including: John Leguizamo (Ice Age, Rio 2), Justin Long (Alvin and the Chipmunks, Dodgeball) and Karl Urban (Star Trek).
Whether you are looking for 1 day or 1 week, we have
camp options for you!
Neighborhoods include Upper West Side, Upper East Side, Downtown,
East Village, Brooklyn, and Scarsdale. Presidents Day Camps Monday, February 17th
Ages 2 – 12 Click here to enroll
February Break Camps Tuesday, February 18th – Friday, February 21st
Ages 2 – 12 Click here to enroll
And don’t forget that the Warm-up for the Spring season starts in less than 3 weeks!
What kid doesnt love playing with trucks… making sound effects as they crash into things… well thats what Monster Jam does in real life! how awesome would be to take the kids to the world’s premier Monster Truck show, returning to the New York Metro area at Nassau Coliseum in Uniondale, NY from January 31 – February 2 and at IZOD Center in East Rutherford, NJ fromFebruary 14 – 15.
Fun for all ages (I recommend 4+ because of loud noises – and even then you might want to bring ear plugs), this four wheeled extravaganza features heart-pounding racing and unbelievable freestyle driving that is affordably priced for the whole family with $15 seats for kids. Standing at 12 feet tall and about 12 feet wide, Monster Jam trucks are custom-designed machines that sit atop 66-inch-tall tires and weigh a minimum of 10,000 pounds. Built for short, high-powered bursts of speed, Monster Jam trucks generate 1,500 to 2,000 horsepower and are capable of speeds of up to 100 miles per hour. Monster Jam trucks can fly up to 130 feet (a distance greater than 14 cars side by side) and up to 35 feet in the air.
Monster Jam features some of the most popular Monster Jam trucks on the circuit, including the legendary Grave Digger, Madusa, Grave Digger The Legend, Captain America, Thrasher, Black Stallion, Overkill Evolution and more!
This four-wheeled extravaganza features heart-pounding racing and unbelievable freestyle driving that is affordably priced for the whole family with $15 seats for kids. Tickets can be purchased in-person at the IZOD Center Box Office, by visiting www.Ticketmaster.com or calling 1-800-745-3000.
Monster Jam will be performing at Nassau Coliseum on:
Friday, January 31, 2014 7:30 PM *Pit Party from 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Saturday, February 1, 2014 2:00 PM *Pit Party from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM 7:30 PM
Sunday, February 2, 2014 12:00 PM
Monster Jam will be performing at IZOD Center on:
Friday, February 14, 2014 7:30 PM *Pit Party from 5:30 – 6:30 PM
Saturday, February 15, 2014 2:00 PM *Pit Party from 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM 7:30 PM
For our facebook fans – Show us how your families get ready for Monster Jam events by commenting or uploading a photo of yourselves. From a photo of a fan cheering on a driver to watching Monster Jam events on Speed Network or wearing their favorite Monster Jam gear. The winner will receive a family four-pack of tickets to either of the Friday shows (winner tickets do not include Pit Party). http://dad.am/19Xep8m
Its freezing outside which is just another reason we’re slurping down soup 2/3 times a week in my house.
My son has become a soup lover… anything with a noodle in it he loves. His fav is Chicken Noodle Soup from Campbell’s… I love this little tidbit…
Introduced in 1934, it was originally called “Chicken with Noodles” and enjoyed only moderate success. Later that same year, an innocent misstatement on a popular radio program caused sales to sky-rocket. One of the famous on-air personalities misread his copy and accidentally called the product “Chicken Noodle” soup. Suddenly, Campbell started receiving large orders for their “new” product. The soup was formally renamed “Chicken Noodle” after the erroneous turn of phrase caused high demand for the soup
It’s pretty amazing how one little twist of fate created something that I grew up and now my kid does too… Plus just imagine Warhol’s art prints if it was the other way around.
Disclosure: I’m a paid ambassador compensated by the Campbell Soup Company –The Wisest Kid in the Whole World. My opinions are completely based on my own experience.
