From splashers to sprinklers, these inflatable water slides & toys are summer must-haves

Ah, summer. The season of sunshine, pool parties, and delicious BBQs. But seriously, what’s a summer party without some epic water toys? And what’s the ultimate water toy? An inflatable water slide, of course. Not just any inflatable water slide, though. We’re talking about the kind that makes your backyard the envy of the neighborhood. The kind that has kids screaming with excitement and adults secretly wishing they could join in on the fun. That’s why we’ve compiled a list of the best inflatable water slides and toys that you need for your summer shenanigans.

Whether your yard is big or small or somewhere in-between, we’ve got something for every home’s splash-a-thons. Maybe you’re planning a birthday party, a family reunion, or just looking for a fun way to spend a lazy afternoon, and these water slides are a guaranteed hit. Not only do they provide hours of entertainment for kids and adults alike, but they also add a splash of excitement to any backyard. Get ready to make some serious waves with these bad boys.


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BigMouth, Inc.

BigMouth Giant Inflatable Fire Hydrant Sprinkler

$77 BUY NOW

Go back to the good ole days where you could pop the top off a hydrant and play in the street all day. This giant inflatable fire hydrant sprinkler is 76 inches tall and just needs a garden hose to work.


Intex

Intex Fun n' Fruit Play Center

$62 BUY NOW

This fun play center is Amazon awesomeness! It includes a water sprayer that can be operated with a standard garden hose, soft water slide and inflatable toys.


Pottery Barn Kids

Rainbow Inflatable Sprinkler

$127 BUY NOW

This adorable rainbow sprinkler comes complete with fluffy clouds and creates an arch for little kids to splash throguh.


Amazon

Little Tykes Jump 'n Slide Bouncer

$296 BUY NOW

Perfect for littles and small backyards, this Jump 'n Slide Bouncer is the ideal home bounce house. Coming with a blower, stakes and even pockets to hold shoes, this is pure family fun.


Wayfair

Ten-Foot Inflatable Dartboard

$1293 BUY NOW

Bullseye! This nearly six-foot-tall dartboard is perfect for adult or kid entertainment. Throw the oversized foam and suction cut darts from a spot on the grass or even poolside!


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Amazon

My First Inflatable Water Slide

$185 BUY NOW

No need to head to a massive water park when you can enjoy a backyard inflatable water slide like this one. This version also comes with a sprayer AND water cannon––perfect for dads.


Amazon

Giant Inflatable Hamster Wheel

$135 BUY NOW

You remember watching Saturday morning cartoons with giant hamster wheels, just wishing you could have one of your own. Well, dreams do come true.


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Nerf Bunkr Battle Royale Inflatable Bunker

$50 BUY NOW

Amp up the Nerf fun with this Nerf inflatable battlefield. This one is giving serious Fortnite vibes.


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Inflatable Easel

$50 BUY NOW

With 4 specially-designed paints, four shaped sponges, and a paintbrush, this inflatable easel has everything you need to create a masterpiece.


LanPool

Inflatable Pool with Lights

$130 BUY NOW

The only thing more fun than family day swimming is family night swimming, and this light-up pool proves it.


Sunny & Fun

Ultra Climber Inflatable Water Slide Park

$450 BUY NOW

Scale the climbing wall to the waterslide and waiting pool at the bottom.


Amazon

Super Soaker Ultimate Water Park

$765 BUY NOW

If we seem a little into Nerf, that's because we are. Super Soakers are an iconic summer toy, and this inflatable water park is the epitome of summer memories.


Intex

Candy Zone Inflatable Play Center

$56 BUY NOW

This is one sweet setup. We haven't met a kid who wouldn't adore this candy-themed play center, complete with two inflatable lollipops.


Intex

Intex Easy Set 15' x 42

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BUY NOW

This huge pool is the next best thing to an in-ground pool. 1000-gallon per hour filter pump with 1 cartridge, a pool ladder, ground cloth, and pool cover.

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These fun and festive menorahs from Amazon are adding some extra twinkle to your Hanukkah celebrations this year

Hanukkah 2022 starts a little bit later—December 18th to be exact—but it’ll be here before we know it. And no Festival of Lights is complete without a menorah. We’ve found some fantastic menorahs—where else?—on Amazon to light up your celebration.


Quick brush up on your Hanukkah history:

How well do you know your Hanukkah history? Let’s get a little refresher out of the way.

Firstly, the word menorah means “lamp” in Hebrew. The ancient menorah had seven branches, and was an “everlasting light”, an oil lamp meant to never go out in the temple in the area that was known as Judea. At the time—167 B.C.E.—the small area of then-Judea was caught in conflict. The Egyption Empire and the Greek-Assyrian Empire clashed and Greek king Antiochus outlawed all Jewish practices. The observance of the Sabbath, keeping kosher were eliminated and the temple where the menorah burned was desecrated.

A small group of Jewish rebels, known as the Maccabees, were able to take back the temple over the course of several years. The menorah was relit. As the story goes, despite having only a single day’s worth of oil, the menorah miraculously lasted for eight days. Accordingly, the modern-day menorah has nine candles: one for each of those eight days and one to light the rest. Hanukkah marks the rededication of the desecrated temple of Judea when it was taken back by the Maccabees


So, now that you know why the menorah is such an important element of Hanukkah, we can get to the roundup of some of our favorite ones. These menorahs are not only unique, fun, pretty, and festive, but can be found on Amazon because we love convenience. They’re a great option for keeping with tradition while at the same time, creating a holiday aesthetic that’s perfect for your own vibes. So get ready for eight nights of celebration with our menorahs from Amazon roundup!


Multicolor Menorah

Anodized classic menorah made in Israel

$41 BUY NOW

Gradient Blue Menorah

Aluminum menorah—fits all standard Hanukkah canldes

$35 BUY NOW

Iron Menorah

9-branch menorah compatible with 0.65in Sabbath candles

$122 BUY NOW

Contemporary Menorah

LED electric lit menorah

$40 BUY NOW

Children's Menorah

Wooden menorah with removable candles

$23 BUY NOW

Glass Block Menorah

Handcrafted painted glass menorah

$40 BUY NOW

Painted glass menorah

$40 BUY NOW

Musical Instruments Menorah

Hand-painted resin menorah

$35 BUY NOW

Kate Spade Oak Street Menorah

Part of the Kate Spade New York Oak Street Collection

$52 BUY NOW

Jeweled Tree Menorah

Gold-plated mosaic with red jeweled accents

$39 BUY NOW

Tea Light Menorah

Black wrought iron menorah

$85 BUY NOW

Tree of Life Menorah

Rustic copper finish

$39 BUY NOW

Grapevine Menorah

Blue and ivory menorah embellished with gold accents

$60 BUY NOW

Birds Menorah

Laser-cut metal birds in tree menorah

$68 BUY NOW

Flower Menorah

Multicolored laser-cut floral menorah

$86 BUY NOW

Train Design Menorah

Hammered aluminum & nickel (not a toy)

$34 BUY NOW

Bouquet Menorah

Grey enamel menorah

$40 BUY NOW

Dachshund Menorah

Clay menorah

$116 BUY NOW

Dancing Men Menorah

Hand-painted menorah with Jerusalem cityscape

$60 BUY NOW

Marble & Brass Menorah

Aluminum wrapped with marble decal & brass cups

$49 BUY NOW

Colored Rings Menorah

Hammered nickel menorah

$200 BUY NOW

Blue Glitter Menorah

Aluminum menorah—fits all standard Hanukkah canldes

$39 BUY NOW

Modern LED Menorah

Metallic silver LED menorah

$35 BUY NOW

Iron Small Candle Menorah

Black iron menorah compatible with small candles

$108 BUY NOW

Modern Traditional Menorah

Polished silver steel menorah

$30 BUY NOW

Crystal Glass Menorah

Oil and candle glass menorah

$66 BUY NOW

Modern Gold Menorah

Electric gold menorah

$80 BUY NOW

Diamond Cut Menorah

LED lit diamond cut menorah

$39 BUY NOW

Castle Menorah

Princess & castle menorah

$60 BUY NOW

Chanukah Menorah

Whimsical ceramic menorah

$21 BUY NOW

Wire Frame Menorah

Wire frame menorah available in multiple colors

$15 BUY NOW

Text Message Menorah

Hand-painted ceramic menorah

$22 BUY NOW

Color-Changing LED Menorah

LED menorah with remote

$30 BUY NOW

Rainbow Menorah

Anodized aluminum menorah with bright colors

$85 BUY NOW

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Want to get the details on the UPS holiday shipping deadlines? We have answers

You’ve picked out the cutest things for your favorite preschoolers, grade school kids, and tweens, but you’re going to want to make sure they arrive on time. You can probably still expect delays due to supply chain and worker shortages this year, so try to get some of your shopping (and shipping) done early. And remember to be kind to your delivery drivers! They are doing their best. Here are this year’s Christmas shipping deadlines from FedEx, USPS, UPS, and your other go-to retailers.

USPS Holiday Shipping Deadlines

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USPS

USPS Retail Ground Service: Dec. 17

First-Class Mail, including greeting cards: Dec. 17

First-Class Packages (up to 15.99 oz.): Dec. 17

Priority Mail Service: Dec. 19

Priority Mail Express Service: Dec. 23

Click here for more details on shipping to Alaska, Hawaii, international shipping deadlines as well as shipping to any Army Post Office, Fleet Post Office/Diplomatic Post Office addresses.*

FedEx Christmas Shipping Deadlines

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FedEx Express® 

FedEx Same Day®: Dec. 23

2Day and 2Day AM: Dec. 21

FedEx Express Saver®Dec. 20

FedEx 1Day® Freight: Dec. 22

FedEx 2Day® Freight: Dec. 21

FedEx 3Day® Freight: Dec. 20 

FedEx Ground® 

FedEx Ground® Contiguous US: Dec. 14

FedEx Ground® Alaska and Hawaii: Dec. 14

FedEx Ground® Economy: Dec. 8

FedEx Freight®

FedEx Freight® Priority: Dec. 14

FedEx Freight® Economy: Dec. 8

FedEx Freight® Direct: Dec. 14 

International, Canada, and Mexico, and Puerto Rico: Click here for 2022 deadlines. 

Related: How to Gift Wrap a Box to Look Like a Pro

UPS Holiday Shipping Deadlines

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UPS® Ground:  Check the website for a quote.

UPS 3 Day Select®: Dec. 20

UPS 2nd Day Air®: Dec. 21

UPS Next Day Air®: Dec. 22

For more about UPS holiday shipping deadlines this year, click here.

Walmart Christmas Shipping Deadlines

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Free Two-Day Delivery (for Walmart+ Members): Order eligible items until Dec. 22 

Standard (paid) Delivery: Dec. 20

Free Next-Day Delivery (for Walmart+ Members): Dec. 22

In-store Pickup: Order by Dec. 23 at 4 p.m. local time for in-store pickup on Dec. 24.

Curbside pickup and local delivery: Slots are available to book through Dec. 24, pending availability. Check with your local store. 

 

Target Shipping Deadlines

Target

2-Day Shipping (Free for Target RedCard members or with a $35 or more purchase)- Dec. 22

Same-Day Delivery (via Shipt)- Dec 23

In-store Pickup: Order by Dec. 23 at 4 p.m. local time for in-store pickup on Dec. 24.

Curbside pickup and local delivery: Slots are available to book through Dec. 24, pending availability. Check with your local store. 

Related: How to Thank Your Mail Carrier

Gone are the days when a PB&J is standard lunch fare. There are a gazillion bento boxes for kids on the market and they are just calling out for some fun school lunches. Scroll through to find some holiday-themed bento box lunches, special tools that kids will love, googly eyes that make your sandwich rolls come to life and tons of other ideas. Pop in a printable lunchbox joke and your student will be the talk of the lunchroom!

Minions Bento Box Lunch

Charlie Brown & Snoopy

Dr. Seuss Bento

Related: 23 Bento Boxes That Make Lunch Time Fun

Earth Day Bento Lunch

Elephant Mother & Child

Googly Eyes FTW

Harry Potter Bento Lunch

Related: 17 Creative Lunch Ideas (That Aren’t Sandwiches)

Use Some Skewers

Space-Themed Lunch

Everybody Loves Rainbow Fruits

Under the Sea

Halloween Creepy Critters

Bugs Away Bento

Dinosaur Bento

Related: Printable Lunchbox Jokes to Brighten Your Student’s Day

Everything You Need to Up Your Bento Box Game

Turn an everyday sandwich into something more with some cookie cutters and sandwich cutters. We especially like: 

Kids love to play with their food and we love these options to encourage that (within reason, right?): 

Or better yet, make it easy for yourself and grab this kit that has everything you'll need

 

There’s nothing that motivates a little one for a walk around the neighborhood like a scooter. We’ve scouted out all the best three-wheeled scooters for little ones, scooters that convert to a tricycle and even electric scooters for when you want to up the power. Which one will be your family’s favorite?

Best Scooter That Ages Well: Razor A Scooter

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Razor was the first to market in 2000 (maybe you even had one back in the day) and they've managed to stay a step (or a scoot ahead) of the competition throughout the years. Why? The scooter is aluminum, which makes it lightweight, yet durable. Handlebars can be adjusted easily, and while there's no assembly required when you open the box, the scooter does fold down for quick and easy carry and storage. 

For ages 5+

Price: $50

Buy it here 

For Blues Clues Fans: Blues Clues Swinging Blue Scooter

We love this too-cute scooter that comes with three wheels for extra stability. As the child leans in each direction, the scooter and Blue lean with the rider making the scooter a fun and interactive toy for children ages 3-7 years old.

Price: $45

Buy it here

Best Scooter for Toddlers and Beginners: Micro Kickboard Original

Erin Lem

For those first learning to balance and ride on wheels, we suggest the original Micro Kickboard (tried and tested by our Editorial Director's toddler son who picked it up after just a handful of outings). We were impressed with the scooter's engineering: it's stable and easy to balance on without feeling flimsy, simple to steer and tough as nails (or as Mico Kickboard says, they're "virtually indestructible" and we'd have to agree). The design and quality of the scooter mean it'll still be in great condition year after year, which is the type of product we love investing in.

For kids ages 2 to 5 years.

Price: $80

Buy it here

Best Convertible Scooter: Swagtron 4-In-1 Scooter & Trike

Swagtron

It's a scooter! It's a bike! It's  . . . both! Swagtron's K6 4-in-1 scooter has a simple-to-use modular design capable of switching between two- and three-wheeled versions of both a balance bike and stand-up kick scooter. It's perfect for growing with kids as their balance and skills increase. With the simple click of a button, the seat of the balance bike rotates to become the deck of a stand-up scooter. Use two rear wheels in either mode for greater stability or swap out for a single wheel. The single wheel features a heel brake for use in scooter mode, just like the big kids. 

For kids ages 2 to 5 years.

Price: $40

Buy it here

Grows with You: Globber NL-205 Scooter

We love this two-wheeled option from Globber as it is easy to bring along to adventures. The handlebars easily fold down to pack in the trunk and they also extend to four different heights to grow with your child. 

Ages: 8 and up

Price: $100

Buy it here

Easy to Control: Mongoose Expo

The Amazon reviews speak for themselves but the key element to this scooter is the big air-filled tires which provide some natural suspension to ride over multiple terrain options. The scooter also comes standard with hand brakes which are an added convenience not typically seen on standard kick scooters.

Price: $130

Buy it here

Best for Style and Comfort: McLaren MCS03

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Kids ages 9 and up will love the sleek styling of this upgraded scooter that doesn't have any little kid vibes at all. You can fold it in half for easy transportation and the kickstand helps it stay upright when you need a break. We especially appreciated the suspension system when going over bumps on the sidewalk. 

Price: $229

Buy it here

Best Scooter That Even Parents Love: Svolta

When SVOLTA designed their scooters, they essentially made scooters they (adults) wanted to ride, but in kid sizes. They opted for premium materials, so the construction is solid and sturdy. The scooters ride smoothly and have a variety of added style details like matte satin finishes, champagne gold accents and lightning bolt patterns. They've got different scooters for little ones (the 2-in-1 sit and stand convertible), toddlers (3-wheel kick scooter) and bigger kids (2-wheel kick scooter) so you'll be able to find something that works for you. 

For kids ages 2 and up

Prices: $93

But it here

Best Scooter for Any Age: Globber ULTIMUM Scooter

Tired of having to upgrade your kid's scooter as they grow? The ULTIMUM scooter from Globber solves this problem. Designed to be used from age 5 all the way up to adults, the scooter has a 6-height adjustable T-bar and adjustable steering angle control system. The extra-wide scooter deck supports up to 220 lbs. and comes with an anti-slip deck design. You'll love that the scooter folds down for easy carrying. 

Ages 5 and up

Cost: $160

Buy one here

Best Wiggle Scooter: Yvolution Y Fliker

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Lots of kids are getting into this two-footed style that moves when they wiggle. This one was the first on the market and we love its ability to drift and have a controlled ride. 

Ages 7 and up

Price: $100

Buy it here

Electric Scooters

SmooSat E9 Pro Electric Scooter

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SmooSat

Your kids will love zipping around in this fun electric scooter with rainbow lights. You can feel good knowing that the speed is controllable by you. It folds up for easy transport and storage, and you can adjust the handlebar height as your kid grows. 

Age: 8+

Buy it here

Best Powered Scooter: Segway Ninebot eKickScooter ZING E8

Segway

If you are looking to add a little power to your scooter, check out this option from Segway. The Ninebot eKickScooter ZING E8 has a max speed of 8 mph with 4 hours of charge time. There's a hand-operated brake plus a foot brake for easy stopping. It also comes in 10 mph and 12 mph models. 

Ages 6-12

Required height 3’9”–4’9”

Cost: $199.99

Buy yours here

Flyer S533 eScooter

Radio Flyer

From our friends over at Radio Flyer comes this new eScooter on the block. With a top speed of 16mph and a 15.5 mile range, you can cruise to the grocery store and back. Designed for adults, the Flyer is available in gray, white and red. It even folds down for easy portability.

Price: $599

Buy it here

Best Powered Scooter for Tweens/Adults: Segway Ninebot KickScooter ES1L

Segway

You'll love the smooth ride from this Segway scooter that has won design awards and is a favorite of tweens, teens and grown ups. Whether you use it to commute or just to tool around the neighborhood, you'll love the front electronic, and rear foot brakes to keep you safe. Headlights make you stand out when the sun goes down and the max speed of 12.4 mph gets you where you need to go. 

Age 14+

Max weight 220 lbs.

Cost: $299.99

But it here

—Kate Loweth

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Atlanta may be known for its peaches, but we can add amazing pizza to the list thanks to some world-class establishments that know a thing or two about making dough! From artisan pizzas in Midtown to authentic New York slices in Milton, to gluten-free crusts and vegan toppings, we’ve found the best pizza spots in Atlanta that are perfect for the whole family. Scroll down to see where to fall in amore with some gooey goodness.

Antico Pizza

Han K. via Yelp

Atlanta's standard-bearer for authentic Italian-style pizza now has multiple locations. The original Antico, located in owner Giovanni Di Palma's Little Italia neighborhood just north west of Georgia Tech, boasts the highest score in Zagat's first-ever pizza survey of "Best Pizza in 23 U.S. Cities" (beating out New York City), a Zagat Atlanta food score of 28 (making it the highest scored restaurant in the city), and they took home the International "Top in Class" Award for the United States during a worldwide, two-day pizza festival in Salerno, Italy.

1093 Hemphill Ave. NW
Atlanta, GA 30318

3185 Avalon Blvd.
Alpharetta, GA 30009

Online: littleitalia.com

Crust

Robert C. via Yelp

There's not a lot of explaining on this one, except that if you're looking for the perfect pairing of light and airy crust, fresh toppings, tangy sauce and the perfect amount of cheese, this is the place. Located just down the block from the adorable (and chain-free) Alpharetta downtown square, Crust is worth a visit. 131 S Main St. Alpharetta, GA 30009 770-777-6789 Online: crust-pizzeria.com

Glide Pizza

Vyvy T. via Yelp

Located next to Krog Street Market, this pizza spot is known for its authentic NY style slice and the side of homemade ranch that comes with it. They make their own in-house mozzarella, sauces made fresh daily, and a half-sourdough crust that ferments for 48 hours for the ultimate flavor and light, crispy texture.

660 Irwin St. NE
Atlanta, GA 30312
Online: glidepizza.com

Vintage Pizzeria

Helen K. via Yelp

This neighborhood pizza joint serves up thin crust pizza with super fresh ingredients, a Greek salad that's the bomb, plus killer subs and a rotation of awesome craft beers. Don't forget to grab some ice cream at The Frosty Caboose, just across the street, for dessert! Now with locations in Dunwoody and Milton.

5434 Peachtree Rd. Ste. 103
Chamblee, GA 30341
Online: vintagepizzeria.com

Piubello

Raymond R. via Yelp

For your own slice of Italian cooking, visit Piu Bello Pizzeria for mouthwatering pizza, plus pasta, calzones, or other traditional Italian entrees. They also offer convenient delivery services, for bonus points.

3330 Piedmont Rd. next to Disco Kroger
Atlanta, GA 30305
Online: piubellopizza.com

Blue Moon Pizza

Blue Moon Pizza via Yelp

Blue Moon Pizza is a casual, full-service pizza restaurant with a full bar to top it all off that began in Atlanta in 2003. Their thin crispy crust pie comes in the kid-friendly standard-bearers of cheese and pepperoni, but you'll find creative specialty pizzas (like Thai chicken) that will suit adventurous palates. We love the family meal deal ($40 for a family of 4), and their take-and-bake options. 

Multiple locations
Online: bluemoonpizza.com

Savage Pizza

Laure J. via Yelp

Savage is a Little 5 Point standard known for the perfect balance of not-too-thick but not-too-thin crust and cheese. For those whose kids are into super heroes, be sure to scope out the indoor decor. They'll be inspired. Plan ahead though, because you can only pick up whole pies at Savage.

484 Moreland Ave. NE
Little Five Points

115 Laredo Drive
Avondale Estates

Online: savagepizza.com

Plant Based Pizzeria

Erin S. via Yelp

Plant Based Pizzeria serves vegan and gluten free pizza made from the freshest ingredients. Their vegan pizza is made from spelt flour, and they have loads of great tasting, healthy pizza options. Try the Georgia Peach, made with roasted basil pizza sauce, vegan mozzarella cheese, spicy beyond sausage, roasted peaches, red onions, and jalapeños.

730 Barnett St. NE
Atlanta, GA 30306

Online: plantbasedpizzeria.net

Big Bang Pizza

Ant S. via Yelp

If you're into great pizza AND dancing robots, then you've found your spot. Located on Buford Hwy., this spot is easy to access and interesting to visit. Pepper the hostess robot greets you, and after you order, server robots serve you. In addition to pizza, there are wings, subs, and salads. And in nice weather, the patio will be a solid choice.

3043 Buford Hwy.
Brookhaven, GA 30329

Online: bigbangrestaurant.com

 

––Shelley Massey

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Who’s getting excited for Halloween? In anticipation of the ultimate spooky season, Disney just expanded its Adaptive Roleplay kid’s costumes and wheelchair cover sets to include even more options this year.

Disney’s adaptive costumes came on the market last year and included options like Disney Princesses and Pixar characters. Now, kids can also choose from Marvel Studios’ Black Panther Adaptive Costume, a Star Wars: The Mandalorian Adaptive Costume and Star Wars: The Mandalorian Wheelchair Cover Set and more!

Kids and adults who use wheelchairs and have other accessibility needs will find the adaptive costumes a great fit. The costumes are made with stretch fabric that opens in the front, is open in the rear and has a long inseam.

Each costume has flap openings on the front center with self-stick fabric closure to accommodate tube access and the wheelchair cover sets fit most standard wheelchairs with 24-inch wheels. The sets include plastic piping pieces for added support and long self-stick fabric strips to secure the pieces.

The 2021 Halloween collection is live on shopDisney.com and already has tons of costumes for new releases like Disney’s Raya and the Last Dragon as well as classic films. You can find decor, clothing and accessories to last you the whole season!

––Karly Wood

All photos: Courtesy of Disney

 

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The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service (FSIS) has announced a recall by Blount Fine Foods of approximately 6,384 pounds of chicken tortilla soup by Panera. The fully cooked, read to eat chicken soup may contain extraneous material in the form of pieces of gray nitrile glove.

Several customers have complained of finding the foreign matter in their product to Blount Foods, but no adverse affect have been reported. Keep reading to see all the recall details.

The recall affects 16 oz. plastic containers of Panera BREAD at HOME Chicken Tortilla Soup and was produced on Jul. 1, 2021. Soups will have a lot code 070121-1V, “Use By 09/09/2021” and establishment number “P-13130” inside the USDA mark of inspection.

Affected soups were sent to retail locations in Arizona, Florida, Georgia, and Texas. Consumers should check if they have any of the recalled products in their refrigerator and immediately throw away or return to the place of purchase.

Consumers can also contact Blount Fine Foods Customer Care Team at (866) 674-4519 Monday – Friday from 9 AM to 9 PM Eastern Standard Time with any additional questions.

––Karly Wood

 

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If you have a little foodie in your life, or you’re just on the hunt for cute and affordable PJs, you’ll love this new line from Gerber Childrenswear! The Lil’ Chef Collection launched today and features adorable prints in onesies and pajamas, including avocados and donuts.

To celebrate your baby’s love of breakfast, grab a Sleep N’ Play in the bacon, eggs and toast print, or a three pack of onesies that includes a special carton of milk design! Or for the kiddo with the sweet tooth, snap up the donut print—we especially love the “Donut Disturb” toddler PJs.

When snacktime is the best time, reach for two more fun patterns, the avocados or bananas. They come in gender neutral colors and variety packs, with a onesie that features a smiling tortilla chip.

The best part is the price. Individual Sleep N’ Play pajamas are just $10.99 and the most expensive item, the four piece PJ set, is only $22.99. All are certified with STANDARD 100 by OEKO-TEX® and with sizes ranging up to 5T, you can buy a few different pieces to keep up with a growth spurt.

We don’t blame you if you can’t stop snapping pics of your kids in this new collection. Just donut forget to make breakfast!

––Sarah Shebek

Featured image courtesy of Gerber Childrenswear

 

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Put a little hitch in your giddyup and try something new with your buckaroos—horseback riding. Whether you’re into trails and terrain or guides and guarantees, the Atlanta horseback riding scene has a bit of everything. Keep reading for our round-up of the best places to saddle up, below.

Georgia Frontiers

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Fantastic horseback riding close to Atlanta exists at Georgia Frontiers, where you'll enjoy western-style horseback riding in a safe, natural environment. Good for first-timers and experienced cowboys and cowgirls alike, Georgia Frontiers will make sure you get the instruction you need to relax in the saddle, lead you along beautiful horse trails, and can even customize a ride for your group or family.

When to Go: Georgia Frontiers is open daily, but operates on reservations only in order to provide the most personalized ride possible.

Cost: A 1-hr. trail ride will run you $50, and increases in price according to ride time.

Minimum Age: 9

545 Ruff White Road
Canton, Georgia 30114
678-234-8852
Online: georgiahorsebackriding.org

 

Serenbe Trail Riding

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Experience the rolling hills and winding paths of Serenbe on horseback. Whether you are an accomplished equestrian or have little experience with horses, Serenbe Trailriding has an adventure to offer you and your family, and skilled staff and gentle horses that makes it a destination for the experienced and novice rider, alike.

When to Go: Available Tues.-Sun. by appointment. Make reservations online or call 770-463-2610.

Price: Starting at $85 for a 1-hr. standard trail ride.

Minimum Age: 12

10950 Hutcheson Ferry Rd.
Chattahoochee Hills, GA 30268
770-463-2610
Online: serenbetrailriding.com

Gold City Corral

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Whether you're a beginner looking for a 1 or 2-hour ride or more advanced and ready for a half-day ride, the guides at Gold City Corral can meet you where you are and help you gain the next comfort and skill level of horseback riding. With trails, mountain ridges, and fields, your ride with Gold City Corral in the North Georgia mountains will be as picturesque as it is fun.

When to Go: Daily through Oct. 1, then on a more limited schedule during winter months.

Price: Starting at $40 for a 1-hr. standard trail ride, they also offer family pricing (for four riders) at $130 per hour long ride. 

Minimum Age: 8

49 Forrest Hill Road
Dahlonega , GA 30533
706-867-9395
Online: goldcitycorral.com

Serenbe Trail Riding

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A one-hour guided trail ride at Rolling Hills Horse Ranch will lead you beside flowing waters, through shaded woods, and across green pastures. With groups of 4 or fewer, you'll enjoy a relaxing and peaceful experience.

When to Go: Trail riding is available by appointment only from Mon.-Sat., with the last ride of the day during summer occurring around 8 p.m.

Price: Starting at $65 for a 1-hr. standard trail ride.

Minimum Age: 13, but younger riders—when guided by a trained staff member of Rolling Hills Horse Ranch—may also ride.

Southwest Atlanta
Address provided upon reservation of ride time.
678-421-4591
Online: rollinghillshorseranch.com

Roosevelt Stables

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You'll find 28 miles of horse trail riding near FDR State Park, with plenty of guided trail rides to choose from.

When to Go: Tues.-Sun. from 10 a.m.-5 p.m.

Price: Starting at $40; varies by trail choice

Minimum Age: 6

1063 Group Camp Rd
Pine Mountain, GA 31822
706-628-7463
Online: serenbetrailriding.com

Blue Ridge Mountain Trail Rides

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Blue Ridge Mountain Trail Rides at Hells Hollow offers trail rides from beginner to expert, pony rides, pony-go-round, riding lessons, sunset & custom rides, special packages, birthday parties, pony parties, pond fishing and gem mining.

When to Go: Available 7 days a week by appointment. Make reservations online or call 706-408-7433.

Price: Starting at $35 for a 1-hr. standard trail ride.

Minimum Age: 8

319 Hells Hollow Rd.
Blue Ridge, GA 30513
706-408-7433
Online: blueridgemountaintrailrides.com

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—Shelley Massey

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