FREE Fun For FAMILIES in So. California Nov. 13 - 15

Friday, November 13, 2009
 4 - 5 p.m.  Children's Book World, West L.A., hosts author & illustrator in a celebration of the latest & merriest collaboration:  Fancy Nancy Splendiferous Christmas, FREE   Info

Saturday, November 14, 2009
10 a.m.  Descanso Gardens, La Canada,  Learn about the diverse trees at this well-known area botanical garden from curator Wen Wang, FREE Info

10 a.m. - 6 p.m.  Altadena Main Library, hosts National Game Day inviting kids of all ages to play classic board games or to try new ones, FREE, Info

Sunday, November 15, 200
All Day  Various L.A. locations, FREE rides all day for everyone on the brand new Metro Gold Line to celebrate the opening of the Edward R. Roybal Metro Gold Line Eastside Extension.  Lots of FREE entertainment and family fun included at four stations including music representing the area's diverse melting pot of cultures.  Free fare on Metro Cold Line only for the entire line from Pasadena to East L.A. from start to close of this Sunday's service.  FREE, Metro Info

1 - 3:30 p.m.  The Wellness Community Valley/Ventura, Westlake Village, sponsors their 2nd Annual Gingerbread House Event with cool gingerbread houses on display from local chefs with the opportunity for kids to make their own gingerbread creations, plus a drawing for a chance to win one of the chef-built gingerbread houses on display.  FREE, Info

Join Other Mommy Bloggers: Fight for Preemies on Nov. 17th

Anyone who is pregnant or already is a mom should care about this topic because we either know from experience and/or know someone else who has had a premature baby (or babies, if multiples) with potentially serious health problems.

As a mom of triplets and another child born within a year, who are now Tweens, not a day goes by when I don't stop to think about the miracle of birth.  Thank G-d for me, my oldest child, as well as my triplets (the later who were born a few weeks early) all came home from the hospital in less than a week, healthy.

Unfortunately, as March of Dimes point out, too many newborns are not so lucky.  "Every year 20 million babies are born too soon, too small and very sick ― half a million of them in the United States," this high profile organization reminds us.  "November 17 is when we fight.  The rate of premature birth has never been higher. In half the cases, we simply don’t understand what went wrong. We need to fight for answers. And, ultimately, preventions."

November 17 is dedicated to raising awareness of the crisis of premature birth through blogging.  The March of Dimes invites bloggers like you to get involved.  I hope you will join me in this valiant battle to make a difference in the lives of unborn children.  For more information see the special site set up by March Of Dimes  To sign up to join other women in spreading this important message see this post on Twittermoms

Estee Lauder FREE Influencer Makeovers Photos

Influencers

Complimentary Makeovers, Professional Headshots

I love sharing great opportunities like this that I'm invited to that other women in the influencer community can take advantage of.

Influencer Opportunity Details

Estee Lauder is offering FREE makeovers and digital professional photos for those who'd like a great new headshot  for their social network page, website, or blog during November and December.

Available on select dates at select locations in Dallas (TX), Chicago (IL), and in cities throughout California (San Francisco, San Diego, Pleasanton, Arcadia, Cerritos, Newport Beach, and Brea). Here's the schedule of locations where Estee Lauder is offering these free professional makeovers and photo shoots.

Not only will you get a makeover at the Estee Lauder counter for this promotion, this well-known cosmetic company is also providing a professional photographer to capture your look on the same day which they'll upload to your choice of one Internet location as well as send you home with a 5" x 7" photo print.

In addition, Rick DiCecca, Global Makeup Stylist, will be there giving his expert advice in person at two locations only in Dallas (November 19 - 20) and in Chicago (December 3)

Appointments, are necessary so check the schedule to find the location nearest you and call to book your makeover now.  Supplies limited, so hurry.

See the Estee Lauder website for more information about their products, promotions and free samples

Looking forward to seeing everyone's Estee Lauder makeovers and beauty headshots soon!