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Mommy ♡ Daughter Date: The Young At Art Museum #YoungAtArt

It’s been over a year since our first visit to the Young At Art Museum here in South Florida. Last week was intense stressful around here. Between working, preparing for a birthday party, and Valentine school festivities I was extremely exhausted by the time Sunday arrived. I was more than ready to relax and unwind a bit since I was off of work Monday & Tuesday. Typically when I am off during the week I take advantage of having free time to myself because Toodie is in school until the afternoon and it gives me a chance to get things done without any distractions. Since I was able to get some rest and run a few errands yesterday I thought it would be nice to spend a day at the museum before heading back to reality on Wednesday. Toodie has been asking me to take her to visit the Young At Art Museum again for a while now & this seemed to be the perfect time to do so. Yes, I let her play hooky from school today.. shhhhh!
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Get Fit At Planet Fitness In South Florida

Getting in shape and getting healthy is on many of our New Year’s resolution lists. Eating the right foods and exercising  regularly plays a big role in accomplishing these goals. Finding an affordable and high quality gym is a helpful tool in making it happen. Not to mention, we don’t all want to work out at a gym where we are surrounded by a bunch of meat heads and half naked fitness models. Some of us are just normal people trying to get healthy and get fit! This is where Planet Fitness comes to the rescue. Continue Reading

“Get The Sillies Out” With Yo Gabba Gabba! Live! Tour + GIVEAWAY For Florida Readers!


As a mommy I spend more time watching kiddie shows and movies than I do enjoying my own age appropriate entertainment. Over the past four years I have somehow managed to see every single episode of YO GABBA GABBA and memorize each lyric to their catchy songs. I even have the soundtrack in my car for those long drives and jam out sessions with my munchkin. I actually enjoy the energetic tunes and am a huge fan of the series! As a matter of fact, YO GABBA GABBA was the first television show I ever introduced my daughter to. Where do you think I got her nickname from? “Toodie” came from watching endless episodes and a growing love for the adorable character “Toodee.” In addition to the fun loving cast, the positive messages and wholesome lessons appeal to our whole family. YO GABBA GABBA has a special way of teaching children the importance of morals, kindness, love, honesty, and friendship. You can catch it on Nick Jr. several times a day. Being in the fourth season it sure has made it’s mark!

If your family is a fan like mine, you may already know that their LIVE show is high in demand and tons of fun to attend! Two years ago we were fortunate enough to experience the show first hand. It was full of laughter, giggles, dancing, and much more. I think we are all more than excited to go again this year. This 2013 tour is set to support their launch of a new beverage line, toys, sportswear, and a DVD/CD collector’s edition. Are you ready to jump, shake, and shimmy the sillies out? We are!

Yo Gabba Gabba! LIVE!: Get the Sillies Out! is on the way to Florida to wrap up their tour with a big bang! Those of you living in the St. Augustine, Sarasota, and Ft. Lauderdale area can purchase tickets now to attend. Tickets range from $25 and up depending on seating and venues. Feeling lucky? You can enter below to win tickets for your family to attend one of these silly shows!

This giveaway is open to all of my local Florida readers. The winner will receive 4 tickets to the show of their choice in the following cities- Sarasota, St. Augustine, and Fort Lauderdale. The show times are- Sarasota (March 21), St. Augustine (March 22) or Ft. Lauderdale (March 23-24). All tickets will be at will call for pickup one hour prior to the show beginning. Enter below for your chance to win!

Disclosure: In conjunction with this post my family has received tickets to the show and a giveaway is being sponsored for my readers.

Big City Moms : Biggest Baby Shower Event Visits Miami Tomorrow!


A huge event is happening tomorrow night here in sunny South Florida! The Biggest Baby Shower Ever is visiting Miami for expecting and current parents.

Overseeing the Miami extension of Big City Moms are childhood friends, moms, and career women, Adele Salem and Jill Bensen. Both Adele and Jill are thrilled to share the Biggest Baby Shower Ever with South Florida families and look forward to this year’s event being an even bigger than last year’s shower.
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Our Day At The Young At Art Museum In South Florida #YoungAtArt

After many months of hectic holiday preparations, I was ecstatic when presented with the opportunity to take a break and spend the day at our local children’s art museum. Here in South Florida there are many attractions, museums, and zoos to keep families busy all year round. While it seems that there is always something new to experience, at times it can be hard finding activities that are geared toward younger children. When I was first told about the Young At Art Museum it was undergoing renovations and an expansion to prepare for its grand re-opening. Now that it is opened and fully functioning, a learning experience for all ages is provided. From birth all the way to adulthood, the museum is designed to transform the way our children appreciate art. The Young At Art Museum is a very unique hands-on children’s museum where kids learn within the wonderful world of ART! Sparking imagination through art provides endless possibilities and opens a creative outlet in each and every child. Here they have the ability to learn by creating, touching, imagining, and exploring.

When entering the museum there was no clear path to where we should begin or where we should end up after exploring. The choice was ours and with so much to do, it was just a matter of what we wanted to try first! It was immediately stimulating and the exhibits were visually stunning. You could tell that A LOT of hard work and thought went into the layout. Since our visit was around Christmas, they had a Gingerbread House Workshop for $10 per child. I was happy to see seasonal crafts being offered to get into the holiday spirit. While our creation was drying we headed to the different “scapes” throughout the museum.

The museum is divided into four main sections- the Wonderscapes, Artscapes, Culturescapes, and Greenscapes. Each area offers activities and exhibits true to the theme. For example, the Greenscapes will encourage your child to connect with nature and the environment. Toodie got to play with blocks made from recycled material and make her own puppet. Right around the corner, the Wonderscapes offer a journey of words, music, fantasy play, and literacy. There was also a comfy cozy area to read books. This is where we spent most of our visit and I noticed many of the kids were gravitating towards the fun inside. As a toddler, Toodie usually gets distracted and bored very easily. This is one of the very few places I have found that has kept her attention the whole visit! We never ran out of things to do here ad when it was time to leave, it was a struggle. I had to promise another visit back VERY soon. 

In conjunction with the museum, the Broward County Library is open within the same hours. This includes free public library services, materials, internet access, and tutoring rooms. You can stop in during your visit to read a book with your child or wind down after a long day of play. Don’t forget your library card! As you can see this is not a traditional museum. This means there are more than the exhibits to enjoy. The Young At Art Museum offers workshops, camp programs, a museum pre-school, and even a place to host a birthday party full of creativity. The art stations, interactive experiences, and educational activities are sure to stimulate your child’s mind. There is enough to do that you could practically spend the whole entire day enjoying everything within the museum. You can even grab a bite to eat at their cafe during or after your visit. A gift shop is also on the premises if you want to bring home any keepsakes! They really do have everything… I can see why they have received so many rewards and are highly recognized within the community. We have visited a few museums within the last few years and none of them have compared to how well their concepts are executed.

 
If you are interested in visiting the Young At Art Museum and would like more information, stop by their website here. You can also connect by liking them on Facebook where you will be the first to know about events, activities, and promotions the museum is offering. If you are already a member or have visited with your family, please share any thoughts on your experience!


Disclosure: My family and I were granted complimentary admission into the museum as part of a blogger event. I will not be compensated for this review or blog post. All opinions are my own!

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