Forget about Christmas, Now You Can Get Ugly Halloween Sweaters

by Karly WoodAugust 29, 2022

Need an easy costume? Try an ugly Halloween sweater

Christmas doesn’t have the market cornered when it comes to ugly sweaters. With Halloween right around the corner, the spook-tacular holiday is giving your Santa gear a run for its money! That’s right, ugly halloween sweaters are a thing. Who knew?

HalloweenCostumes.com is gearing up with tons of ugly Halloween sweaters that are pure autumn awesomeness. And bonus, now you can dress up without a full-on costume. Here are some of our faves so you can embarrass your kids while celebrating the holiday—and that is a win, win.

Plague Doctor, $40

Headless Horseman, $40

Pastel Halloween Sweater, $40

The Nun, $40

Pennywise, $40

Annabelle, $40

Scooby-Do Glow in the Dark, $40

Care Bear Trick or Sweet, $40

Vintage Halloween Cat, $40

Pumpkin Spice Latte, $40

Neon Halloween, $40

Along with ugly sweaters for adults, you can also score a skeleton or pumpkin-themed pick for your child, too! While it’s not likely the littles will go for a sweater over a costume, they can show their holiday spirit and wear the “ugly” attire to school this fall!

—Karly Wood

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Calling All Grownups! Costco’s Beer Advent Calendar Is Back

by Karly WoodOctober 1, 2021

Looking for that perfect gift for a grown-up? Whether it’s for your S.O., your in-laws, your boss or anyone totally into the taste of hops, Costco’s German beer advent calendar is the gift of the season.

The Brewer’s Advent Calendar is back for its seventh year and continues to boast lots of hoppy deliciousness. It’s packed with 24 different 16.9-ounce cans of German beer and comes in at just $59.99!

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If a surprise beer isn’t your thing, you can totally check out all the inclusions on the display at your Costco warehouse. But let’s be honest, nobody does beer better than the Germans so chances are you’ll be counting down the days to Christmas with some tasty hops.

If you see this advent calendar, buy it quick. They usually sell out as early as October.

—Karly Wood

Feature photo: Timothy Dykes via Unsplash

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LEGO Movie World Is about to Open & Everything Is Awesome

by Erica LoopApril 29, 2021

Get ready for a whole new awesome experience this summer! LEGO Movie World is opening in the LEGOLAND California Resort on May 27—and it’s packed with brand-new rides, attractions, dining options, and so much more.

Fans of the film franchises can take a trip through a brick-filled world on a Triple Decker Flying Couch on Emmet’s Flying Adventure Riding. If that isn’t enough awesomeness for your mini builder, check out Unikitty’s Disco Drop and Queen Watevra’s Carousel.

photo courtesy of Chip Litherland for LEGOLAND Florida Resort

Along with the three new rides, park guests can visit the LEGO Movie-themed attractions: Emmet’s Super Suite, Benny’s Playship and Build Watevra You Wa’Na Build.

There’s no doubt your brick-building kiddos will work up an appetite walking around the awesome adventure-filled park. When the fam is ready to take a break from the rides and other attractions, check out the land’s premiere dining experience Everything is Ramen, savor the sweetness of Cloud Cuckoo Crepes or hydrate yourself at Benny’s Blaster Slushies.

Of course your littles can’t leave this LEGOLAND park without hitting the gift store. The Awesome Shop is packed with souvenirs galore, including plenty of The LEGO Movie T-shirts, mugs and other merch.

Visit the LEGOLAND California Resort website here for info on Annual Passes and online ticket purchase options.

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Pixar’s “Luca” Is the Summer’s Hottest Film & It’s Coming to Disney+

by Erica LoopApril 28, 2021

Disney and Pixar recently released the trailer for the new soon-to-be summer blockbuster Luca! Like other top feature flicks of 2020/2021, you don’t need to head out to the movie theater to catch the animated awesomeness—because this new film will stream exclusively on Disney+.

Luca may look like an average boy. Even though he has two legs, two arms and all the other aesthetics of a human, he’s really a sea monster from another world that lies just below the surface of the ocean.

This coming-of-age tale features the voices of Jacob Tremblay as Luca Paguro, Jack Dylan Grazer as Alberto Scorfano, Emma Berman as Giulia Marcovaldo, Saverio Raimondo as town bully Ercole Visconti, Maya Rudolph as Luca’s mom Daniela, Marco Barricelli as Giulia’s dad Massimo, Jim Gaffigan as Luca’s dad Lorenzo, Sandy Martin as Luca’s grandma and Giacomo Gianniotti as a local fisherman.

Look for Luca and the Italian seaside adventure starting Jun. 18, 2021 on Disney+ and watch the trailer right now!

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Featured photo courtesy of Disney/Pixar

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Plant Power Rules in This Magical New Harry Potter x Vera Bradley Herbology Line

by Erica LoopApril 21, 2021

Harry Potter fans rejoice! Vera Bradley recently introduced a new collection—and it celebrates the beautiful botanicals of the Wizarding World.

The newest Harry Potter pattern is based on what Hogwarts’ students might find in Herbology class. Vera Bradley shoppers have come to know and love the brand’s fab floral prints and when you add in a hint of Potter power, you have the recipe for plant-inspired awesomeness.

photo courtesy of Vera Bradley

Look for signature Vera Bradley products and styles, such as crossbody bags, backpacks, totes, face masks, and accessories—all in a floral Harry Potter theme. The magical Harry Potter x Vera Bradley line previously featured bags and more based on each of Howarts’ houses.

The new bags and accessories extend the Griffindor, Slytherin, Ravenclaw and Hufflepuff-inspired collections, adding the Herbology pattern to the mix. Find the limited-edition line on the Vera Bradley website here!

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Target’s Reimagined Pillowfort Line Is Everything Your Kiddo’s Room Needs

by Erica LoopApril 20, 2021

Pillowfort is turning five! In honor of the beloved Target brand’s big bday, the big red bullseye retailer is introducing new products to the existing kids collection.

Way back in 2016 Target launched Pillowfort—much to the joy of parents everywhere. Fast-forward five years and the kids’ brand is just as popular, if not more.

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The affordable awesomeness of Pillowfort includes a major mix of kid-friendly pieces that will grow with your children. From home decor and bedding to storage and more, Pillowfort includes everything the littles need. As a bonus, the line starts at $6!

The reimagined collection features 200+ pieces. In celebration of the new addtions to the Pillowfort brand, Target Home Style Expert, Emily Henderson, shared her fave product picks, including the Pillowfort Pom Canopy ($40), Osa Kid’s Bookcase Pillowfort ($90), Pillowfort Rattan Bedside Table ($80), Pillowfort Round Plush Pillow ($15), and Pillowfort Space Cotton Comforter Set ($35).

Find Henderson’s picks and the rest of the re-imagined Pillowfort line in Target stores and online at Target.com.

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Arnold Schwarzenegger Is Captain Fantastic In New Stan Lee Kids’ Series

by Erica LoopApril 19, 2021

Arnold Schwarzenegger is back—and he’s coming to the small screen in an all-new animated series. Not only does this superhero-themed adventure star Schwarzenegger, it’s the brainchild of none other than Stan Lee.

Stan Lee’s Superhero Kindergarten is one of the last creations from the icon. Now your littles can get to know Lee and his completely creative form of genius in a totally new way.

With 26 half hour episodes, there’s plenty of animated awesomeness for your kiddos to enjoy. This children’s series tells the tale of Captain Fantastic, a superhero-turned-kindergarten teacher. With laughs, action and even a lesson or two, this soon-to-be fave series has everything your kiddos want in a new show and so much more.

Find Stan Lee’s Superhero Kindergarten on Kartoon Channel!, a free streaming platform for kids, starting Friday, Apr. 23.

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Feature photo: Kartoon Channel via YouTube

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The Latest Roblox Collab Is Actually All About Less Screen Time

by Erica LoopApril 16, 2021

Are you looking for a way to get your kiddos away from the screen? If swiveling their desk chair is the most activity they’ve gotten this week, there’s an exciting new Roblox game that will do just that! Wondering how that is possible?

The popular online game has just teamed up with Hasbro for a new version of Monopoly that will launch in late summer of 2021. Available now for pre-order on Hasbro Pulse, Monopoly: Roblox 2022 Edition board game will begin shipping in August.

For 2-6 players, ages 8 and up, players buy, sell, and trade some of their favorite Roblox experiences including Adopt Me!, Welcome to Bloxburg, Royale High, and more! The entire board is inspired by the Roblox game.

And if that’s not enough coolness for your little Roblox fans, Hasbro and Roblox recently teamed up to bring gamers IRL adventure awesomeness—Roblox-inspired NERF blasters! With themes representing some of the most epic Roblox games. There will also be NERF-inspired online Roblox themes later this year.

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A Wisconsin Zoo Just Welcomed These Otter-ly Adorable Triplets

by Erica LoopApril 13, 2021

It’s a boy—and another boy and a girl! First-time North American river otter parents Elva and Dragonroll just welcomed triplets at the Henry Vilas Zoo in Madison, Wisconsin.

Montello, Fisher, and Lily made their grand debut Feb. 15. The zoo recently announced the birth on its Facebook and Instagram pages, noting that the river otter pups are currently hanging with their equally as adorable mama. Head to their social pages to see a photo of the adorable threesome!

According to the Henry Vilas Zoo, river otter moms have the sole responsibility of raising their newborn pups. This means the triplets won’t meet dad, Dragonroll, until they are around six to eight weeks old and can swim.

Zoo manager Johanna Soto told WMTV, “We are beyond excited to welcome these pups. Soto continued, “Triplets can be demanding, especially for a first-time mom, but Elva has been doing great and they have been growing at a very health rate from day one.”

While Dragonball is currently out and about at the Zoo, guests won;t get to glimpse the baby river otter awesomeness until sometime in late May.

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Universal Studios Hollywood Announces Reopening Plan

by Erica LoopApril 3, 2021

Universal Studios Hollywood is ready to reopen! You can purchase tickets for the theme park online, starting Apr. 8. The California theme park recently announced it will welcome guests back starting Apr. 16—but with some restrictions.

With Universal Studios Hollywood’s latest news, your fam may finally get the chance to check out the Studio Tour, see the awesomeness of the Indominus rex on “Jurassic World-The Ride,” or catch a glimpse of the new “The Secret Life of Pets: Off the Leash” attraction.

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Before you book your trip, take a moment to review the park’s current set of rules and restrictions. To start with, Universal Studios Hollywood theme park visits are only open to California residents—for the time being.

The visitor party size is limited to a maximum of three households and a total of 10 people. All guests must follow state and park safety protocols. This means guests must wear face coverings at all times and practice physical distancing. Temperatures are checked at park entry and visitors with a fever of 100.4 degrees Fahrenheit or higher may not enter the park.

photo: Nauris Pukis via Unsplash

If you purchased one of the park’s 3 Visit Ticket passes prior to the pandemic closure and still have remaining visits left, you must register on Universal Studios Hollywood’s website by Monday, Apr. 5, 2021. Guests who scheduled a visit during the closure are credited via their Universal account with a visit to use at a future valid date.

If you used your 3 Visit Ticket and the ticket was set to expire Mar. 14, 2020 or after, the 12-month expiration date is extended by the total number of days of the park closure. The deadline for unused 3 Visit Ticket first visits is extended to Dec. 16, 2021. Blackout dates will include Dec. 26 through Dec. 31, 2021.

For more information on park re-opening procedures and how to use your 3 Visit Ticket, visit the Universal Studios Hollywood website here.

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