Yo Gabba Gabba! Live!  Get The Sillies Out at The Theater at MSG #YGGliveNYC

Yo Gabba Gabba! Live! Get The Sillies Out at The Theater at MSG #YGGliveNYC

You might sit there and say didnt we just see Yo Gabba Gabba in New York a few months ago… and the answer is yes but the gang is back with a whole new show.  The great part of Yo Gabba Gabba is having 4 seasons of content to pull from… this time around we’re looking at a new line up of songs and dances.

To help out we have a promo code / DISCOUNT CODE: ROCKS
25% off select ticket ($60 & $45)
Performances: 11/30 5PM, 12/01 5PM, 12/02 11AM, 12/02 2PM, 12/02 5PM

Yo Gabba Gabba! Live! Get the Sillies Out heads to The Theater at Madison Square Garden on Friday, November 30 through Sunday, December 2, 2012. The sillies are crazy little creatures that live inside of us and need to be shaken out! DJ Lance Rock and everyone’s favorite cast of colorful characters are calling all fans across North America to get ready to jump, shake and shimmy them out at the new Yo Gabba Gabba! LIVE! Get the Sillies Out tour.

Yo Gabba Gabba! is an award-winning, live-action television series and live stage show whose unconventional formula has created a triple stacked fan base, making it one of the most popular entertainment properties among preschoolers, parents and indie music lovers alike. The television show, now in its fourth season, airs several times a day on Nick Jr.

For more information check out theateratmsg.com/gabba.

PhotoPlus Expo comes back to New York Oct 24-27 be there!

PhotoPlus Expo comes back to New York Oct 24-27 be there!

PhotoPlus was founded in 1983 and has become the largest photography and imaging show in North America. Over 24,000 professional photographers and enthusiasts from around the world attend this annual photography event. Here you can explore over 250 exhibits, see thousands of new products, attend over 90 conference seminars, keynote presentations, special events & much more.

We encourage you to browse the site for information about this year’s show. Also, remember if you register for PhotoPlus Expo by October 24, you get a free 3-day expo pass.

Like many other conferences there are different levels there is a Free Expo pass and there is a gold expo pass that is only $50 for a limited time.

here’s what you get with the gold expo pass
http://www.photoplusexpo.com/expo-events/gold-expo-pass

Gold Expo Pass Benefits Include:

  • Admission to all 3 keynote presentations (valued at $10 per keynote session)
  • Access to Gold Expo lounge with free Wi-Fi  sponsored by Blurb
  • Receive exclusive onsite customer service at the Gold Expo Service Desk
  • A premium swag bag filled with giveaways and special offers
  • Also, 20 lucky Gold Expo Pass buyers will find a Golden Ticket in their bag for a prize valued up to $500

Purchase a Gold Expo Pass

Save $40 when you register in advance.
For a limited time, purchase a Gold Expo pass for only $60. — (onsite price: $100).

Check out the DaDa Rocks Facebook Page for a chance to win a Golden Ticket! http://facebook.com/dadarocks

Dream Halloween Party in NYC on Oct 21st to benefit Keep a Child Alive charity

Dream Halloween Party in NYC on Oct 21st to benefit Keep a Child Alive charity

Dream Halloween will take place on October 21st form 1pm – 4pm at the legendary Hard Rock Café in New York City.  Here is the link to the information page, http://keepachildalive.org/events/dream-halloween-ny-2012/.  Co-founded by Grammy Award winner and new mom Alicia Keys, Keep a Child Alive does cutting edge work, reaching children most in need with compassionate care.

In addition to raising funds for sites in Africa and India, Keep a Child Alive will be sponsoring children from agencies here in New York City that support families affected by HIV /AIDS to partake in this joyful event, and will provide small grants to local agencies supporting children affected by HIV/AIDS in the U.S.

This event will be hosted by Padma Lakshmi and will have a performance by Cody Simpson.

If there are any questions about the event you can call Felicia Eve at 718.965.1111 or email [email protected].

Additionally if you want information regarding a special Meet & Greet with Cody Simpson call Felicia as well.

For a Facebook like on #Lifelock you’ll donate $1 to the #PatTillman Foundation

For a Facebook like on #Lifelock you’ll donate $1 to the #PatTillman Foundation

Today on Wednesday, October 17th, LifeLock is stepping up to donate $1 to the Pat Tillman Foundation for each Facebook like received on this day up to $25,000!

For anyone unfamiliar with this organization, “The Tillman Military Scholars program supports our nation’s active and veteran service members and their spouses by removing financial barriers to completing a degree program of choice. The scholarships cover not only direct study-related expenses such as tuition and fees, but also other needs, including housing and child care. Since the program’s inception, the Pat Tillman Foundation has invested over $3.2 million in financial support to 230 Scholars.”

To make it even easier, just click “like” below!

The Wiggles! Celebration Tour! at Town Hall in NYC

The Wiggles! Celebration Tour! at Town Hall in NYC

This is the final chance to see the original lineup of The Wiggles ( Anthony, Greg, Murray and Jeff )…and this is also your first chance to see the NEW wiggles Lachy, Simon , and the first female wiggle, Emma. These new wiggles are being introduced at each show as “Wiggles in Training.” There are only two NYC shows at Town Hall on Wednesday, October 10th for two shows at 2:30 PM and 6:30 PM.

After 21 years of entertaining and educating children around the globe, Red Wiggle Murray Cook, Yellow Wiggle Greg Page and Purple Wiggle Jeff Fatt have decided to hang up their trademark colored jerseys.

The Celebration Tour, which corresponds with the release of their new DVD and CD, The Wiggles Big Birthday,will honor over two decades of Wiggly singing, dancing, and performances for children and their parents. Beginning in 2013, The Wiggles will launch a new lineup that will usher in an exciting new era for future generations of children to continue to delight in the Wiggles unique brand of music, fun and learning. The group’s founder, Blue Wiggle Anthony Field, will be joined on stage by Lachlan Gillespie, Simon Pryce, and the first-ever female Wiggle, Emma Watkins, who have been handpicked by the group to become the Purple, Red and Yellow Wiggles.

Tickets for NYC are on sale now and are available through all Ticketmaster locations (www.ticketmaster.com) or by calling (800) 745-3000 and the venue box office. Prices range from $39.00 – $85.00 (additional facility fees, service charges and $.50 donation to Reach Out and Read may apply). $85.00 tickets in the Wiggles VIP section are limited, and will include the best seats in the house, an exclusive gift, an activity sheet and your last chance to dance along with The Original Wiggles themselves!

Come and wiggle in the aisles for The Celebration Tour! Audience participation features include:

  • Start the fun at home by creating a giant wiggly sign.
  • Having fun with your favorite wiggly pal as they sing and dance through the audience.
  • Dress up as your favorite character.
  • Yelling “Wake up, Jeff!” whenever the loveable Purple Wiggle falls asleep onstage.

Children can have even more wiggly fun while they wait for the show by visiting www.WiggleTime.com, The Wiggles’ very own virtual world created specifically for preschoolers and their parents. Parents can monitor their child’s progress and have access to premium promotional offers, contests, merchandise discounts and presale Wiggles tickets! You can also follow the gang on Twitter via Twitter.com/ItsWiggleTime or become a fan of the group’s official Facebook page Facebook.com/TheWiggles

The Harlem Globetrotters bring the dunks to Brooklyn’s The Barclay Center

The Harlem Globetrotters bring the dunks to Brooklyn’s The Barclay Center

The legendary Harlem Globetrotters are about to kick off their first game in Brooklyn at the new Barclay Center.  I figured no better time then to take kiddo to his first professional basketball game then one that really engages the minds of little kids and of the big kids like me.

The Barclay Center rocked last week with Jay-Z but now its game time… the first basketball game to christen the new hardwood will belong to the Harlem Globetrotters.

On October 7, 2012 the Harlem Globetrotters will be in Brooklyn! Join me for a historical event: The Globetrotters’s First Ever Game in Brooklyn, the first basketball game even before the BROOKLYN NETS hit the court and a basketball game your kids won’t soon forget!

Here is a code that will get $7 off tickets: TROTTER and here is a link to the website for tickets:
http://www.harlemglobetrotters.com/event/harlem-globetrotters-grand-opening-barclays-center

Get into the Halloween spirit with a visit to Sesame Place for The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular

Get into the Halloween spirit with a visit to Sesame Place for The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular

Visit Sesame Place during its month long celebration of Halloween—The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular. Sesame Place has been transformed into a not-too-spooky Halloween haven featuring two themed mazes, a character hayride, three Halloween shows and everyone’s favorite Sesame Street friends dressed in their Halloween attire.

During The Count’s Halloween Spooktacular, which runs from September 24th through October 30th, families are encouraged to come dressed in costume as they enjoy Sesame Place, which is decked out with Halloween decor. In addition to the park’s Spooktacular-focused attractions, Sesame Place’s dozen dry rides are also open for guests to enjoy. And if your family is looking for even more Halloween fun, the park will also host special events like The Count’s Halloween Party, Abby Cadabby’s Fairy Pumpkin Party and our annual Halloween Costume Contest.

Spooktacular Shows & Parade Times:

  • The Not-Too-Spooky Howl-o-ween Radio Show!: 12:15 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 2:30 p.m., 5:15 p.m.
  • Elmo’s World Live! Halloween Show: 11:45 a.m., 12:45 p.m., 3:15 p.m., 5:00 p.m.
  • Countdown to Halloween Show: 12:30 p.m., 1:30 p.m., 3:00 p.m., 5:30 p.m.
  • The Neighborhood Street Party Spooktacular Parade: 4:00 p.m.

 

For more information on rides & attractions, special dines & events, and Halloween menu items, click here.

I’m giving away a 4 pack of single day tickets to the theme pack to be used in the next couple of weekends (the park is now only open on the weekends).

 

How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. October 5th, 2012.

You must comment telling us your favorite Sesame Street Character, please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email)

You get 1 extra entry for following us on twitter – twitter.com/dadarocks

You get 1 extra entry for following Sesame Place on twitter – twitter.com/SesamePlace

You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information:
@SesamePlace @dadarocks – http://dad.tc/OAoTQy  and you must also comment with the link to your twitter message.

Example: I want to win a family 4 pack of tickets to @SesamePlace for #halloween from @dadarocks – http://dad.tc/OAoTQy

You get 1 extra entry for becoming a FAN on facebook –facebook.com/DaDaRocks you must comment that you’re a fan

You get 1 extra entry for becoming a Fan on facebook of Sesame Place – facebook.com/SesamePlace you must comment that you’re a fan

You get 1 extra entry for subscribing to our Feedburner digest mailing (right side subscribe by email) – you must also comment that you’ve subscribed

You will have 24 hours to reply before we pick another winner!

Disclaimer: Sesame Place is providing these tickets for the raffle.

Radio Flyer wants to know How Do Your Children Roll?

Radio Flyer wants to know How Do Your Children Roll?

Back-to-school season is officially here.  Do you remember the days when you were preparing to head back to elementary school after the lazy days of summer?  How did you roll back to the classroom? What was your back-to-school style?

Radio Flyer, the famous maker of the little red wagon, wants to help your kids roll back to school in style.

Be the first kids on the block to experience the new Radio Flyer GrooveGlider (with built in MP3 speakers to rock and roll at the same time) and Shockwave (FLEXDECK technology for bigger jumps) scooters – designed for girls and boys ages 5+ with the latest bells and whistles they want most.

GrooveGlider Scooter– 5 years +
$59.99 on RadioFlyer.com

  • The GrooveGlider is a first of its kind… giving girls a scooter that speaks to their top 3 interests – music, socializing and riding through the neighborhood
  • With a built-in MP3 speaker case positioned conveniently between the handle bars, the GrooveGlider lets girls rock out to their music while they ride
  • The MP3 storage case projects great sound and is weather resistant, even durable enough to handle the inevitable scooter drop
  • The 3-position adjustable handlebars on the GrooveGlider allows for a grow-with-me feature, while a quiet, no-rattle ride

Shockwave Scooter – 5 years +
$59.99 on RadioFlyer.com

  • There are two things boys are concerned about when it comes to their scooters – speed and big jumps.  Shockwave delivers both.
  • A unique FLEXDECK technology gives the thrill of bigger jumps and provides suspension for a smooth, fast ride.
  • Solid steel frame and bolted, 3-position handle bars allow no-rattle ride and quality that endures

How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. September 19th, 2012.

You must comment with which scooter you’d like to win?  please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email).

You get 1 extra entry for following us on twitter – twitter.com/dadarocks

You get 1 extra entry for following us on twitter – twitter.com/RadioFlyer

You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information:

” win a @RadioFlyer Scooter from @dadarocks – http://dad.tc/OiHTgj  ”  and you must also comment with the link to your twitter message.

Example: I want to win a  @RadioFlyer Scooter from @dadarocks –  http://dad.tc/OiHTgj

You get 1 extra entry for becoming a Fan on facebook – facebook.com/dadarocks you must comment that you’re a fan

You get 1 extra entry for becoming a Fan on facebook – facebook.com/RadioFlyer  you must comment that dadarocks.com sent you.

You get 1 extra entry for subscribing to our Feedburner digest mailing (right side subscribe by email) – you must also comment that you’ve subscribed

You will have 24 hours to reply before we pick another winner! Limited to the USA.

Disclaimer: Radio Flyer is providing the prize for the raffle – all thoughts of the product are my own.

What Identity Thieves Don’t Want College Students to Know #lifelock

What Identity Thieves Don’t Want College Students to Know #lifelock

Tips for Staying Safe When Returning to Campus

College students often look forward to moving out of their parents’ home and living on their own – with their own rules. Occasionally these new experiences could include fake identification to purchase cigarettes or alcohol. While this is not only against the law in all 50 states, it also makes the underage student vulnerable to potential identity theft when they order the fraudulent ID.

Personal information, including but not limited to your name, date of birth, address, Social Security number or email address, can be compromised in many ways, including hackers gaining unlawful access to computer files containing student information (even SSNs).  Since identity theft can strike at any stage in life, whether you knowingly hand over your personal information to a criminal or not, LifeLock recommends college students do the following to help better protect their identities: 

Keep it Real: A recent report by the Arizona Republic has identified identity theft rings in China that offer underage students the opportunity to purchase a fake ID that looks like “the real thing” and is often undetectable as a fake. These fake ID shops are a cover for more elaborate identity theft rings. More frequently, these rings are targeting college campuses where students are willing to pay a small fee and willingly hand over personally identifiable information in order to get a fake ID.  Follow the law and use your real identification.  Creating a fake ID can cause more harm than good.

Wi-Fi! Why Not? – Many campuses offer free Wi-Fi services, which can be great for research or just surfing. When connected through a free Wi-Fi connection, understand that the connection is not always secure and identity thieves may have the ability to intercept wireless activity and see where you are going and what you are doing. Avoid social networking sites, online bill pay, checking your financial accounts and shopping online when connected via free Wi-Fi.

Credit – One Size Fits All – Consider relying on your credit card vs. your debit card. If you and your debit card are targeted by an identity thief, you could potentially lose the money you have in your checking or savings account. If your credit card is compromised by an unscrupulous thief, you have 60 days to notify your financial institution and you won’t be out your direct checking and savings account funds, instead your line of credit.

Here’s My Number – Some colleges/universities may still use your Social Security number as your student identification number. If this is the case at your school, request a unique identifier instead of your Social Security number. Keep your Social Security card locked in a safe place where no one, not even a new roommate, can access.

Weekend Getaways: As college students near the end of each semester, email offers frequently arise for long-weekend vacations. Identity thieves can pose as trusted sources offering you the “deal of the day” if you just follow their link. Verify all offers by opening a new Web browser and typing in the official web address to confirm the authenticity of the offer.

How To Train Your Dragon Live Spectacular! Want a Family 4-pack Ticket and Discount Code

How To Train Your Dragon Live Spectacular! Want a Family 4-pack Ticket and Discount Code

How To Train Your Dragon Live Spectacular Visits New Jersey in the IZOD Center Sept 27-30

This summer, audiences across North America will experience the magic of fire-breathing dragons that soar through arena skies in DREAMWORKS’ HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON LIVE SPECTACULAR. DreamWorks Animation SKG, Inc. (Nasdaq: DWA), Global Creatures and S2BN Entertainment announced HOW TO TRAIN YOUR DRAGON LIVE SPECTACULAR will embark on a worldwide tour following its critically acclaimed debut in Australia and New Zealand.  The tour will be produced by RZO Dragon Productions to deliver 23 dragons, some with wingspans of up to 46 feet, Viking warriors and world-class circus artists and acrobats, to perform against a state-of-the-art, wall-to-floor immersive projection measuring more than 20,000 square feet.

Tickets are on sale now and start at $24.50 plus applicable facility fees and service charges. Tickets are may be purchased through the arena Box Office, by going to Ticketmaster.com or calling Ticketmaster at 800-745-3000. A limited number of premium seats and special VIP ticket experiences and family packages are also available.  CLICK HERE to purchase tickets, for showtimes and much more. There are three amazing VIP packages as well. CLICK HERE for details on how to meet the dragons as well as other VIP opportunities! 

SPECIAL OFFER….SAVE 25% on weekday performances (select premium seats), including Friday night, by entering the code MOM in the promo box which says “Promotions and Special Offers”  Get great seats for a big discount!

IZOD CENTER
50 State Route 120, East Rutherford, NJ 07073
www.izodcenter.com

THURSDAY, SEPTEMBER 27
7:00 PM

FRIDAY, SEPTEMBER 28
11:00 AM                           
7:00 PM

SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 29
11:00 AM
3:00 PM
7:00 PM

SUNDAY, SEPTEMBER 30                            
7:30 PM

 

REGULAR TICKET PRICES:

#  $69.50, $54.50, $39.50, $24.50

+  $79.50, $64.50, $49.50, $29.50

*  $89.50, $74.50, $59.50, $39.50

A limited number of additional VIP experience packages are also available.

GROUP SALES TICKETS: Call 201-460-4370 or email [email protected] or visit IZODCENTER.com/groupsales

 

Visit:     www.DreamWorksDragonsLive.com

How to win it… Contest ends 11:59pm EST. September 18th, 2012.

You must comment with which character from HTTYD is your child’s favorite?  please include some method for us to contact you in the comment (twitter or email).

You get 1 extra entry for following us on twitter – twitter.com/dadarocks

You get 1 extra entry for following us on twitter – twitter.com/DWdragonslive

You get 1 extra entry for tweeting about this contest (you can do this daily). Must contain the following information:

” win a 4 Pack of Tickets to see @DWdragonslive from @dadarocks – http://dad.tc/RKpDCP  ”  and you must also comment with the link to your twitter message.

Example: I want to win a 4 pack of tickets to see @DWdragonslive from @dadarocks –  http://dad.tc/RKpDCP

You get 1 extra entry for becoming a Fan on facebook – facebook.com/dadarocks you must comment that you’re a fan

You get 1 extra entry for subscribing to our Feedburner digest mailing (right side subscribe by email) – you must also comment that you’ve subscribed

You will have 24 hours to reply before we pick another winner! Limited to the USA.

Disclaimer: How to Train Your Dragon Live is providing the prize for the raffle  – all thoughts of the product are my own.