How to Find Conference Sponsorship Mommy Blogger Twitter Party - THIS Tues 5/17


Mom Blog Sponsorship 101

Tiffany Noth of Bloggy Moms has just posted a blogpost about a free Twitter party this week.  The online event takes place  on Tuesday, May 17, at 9-11 p.m. EST and is intended for mommy bloggers who are seeking conference sponsorship from some successful moms who blog.

This Twitter party features @bloggymoms as host with panelists @Girlfriendology, @MaryMac, @CityChicOnAFarm, and @saramomof2 

One lucky attendee of the Tweetup will win a Bloggy Mom Conference pass -- an event scheduled for this July that is included on the 2011-2012 Master Calendar of Women and Mom Blogging Conferences and Events.  However, mommy and women bloggers (beginners to seasoned) who would like to get ideas on how to find sponsoring brands to connect with for just about any blogger conference will benefit from this discussion.

RSVP is required and you should use hash tag #Bloggycon when Tweeting about this both before and during the Twitter party on Tuesday.  More info

FTC Disclosure:  MommyBlogExpert publishes the free online Master Calendar of Women and Mom Blogging Conferences and Events as a community service to fellow women and moms who blog and the brands that target us.  I did not receive any payment or other compensation related to this post.   See complete FTC Disclosure information that appears at the bottom of MommyBlogExpert's main page and at the bottom of every individual post on this blog, including this one.
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Amazing Mommy Blogger Event at DreamWorks for Kung Fu Panda 2 Screening


Hollywood Behind the Scenes

The Iconic DreamWorks Logo Sculpted Completely With Hedges & Plants
DreamWorks Campus, Glendale, Calif.
iPhone Photo by Janis Brett Elspas, MommyBlogExpert.com

Attended a wonderful mommy blogger event today on the gorgeous campus of DreamWorks in Glendale, California that my kids and I were invited to.  This was in advance of the release of Kung Fu Panda 2 , the latest movie dreamed up by DreamWorks.

My Kids w/ the Iconic DreamWorks Logo Hedge
DreamWorks Campus, Glendale, Calif.
iPhone Photo by Janis Brett Elspas, MommyBlogExpert.com

I'll be giving you all the deets next week about what was in the awesome goodie bag we received and all about the behind the scenes tour we had there including the healthy and luxe kid-friendly lunch that was served this afternoon. Will also be posting a review of the movie which will be in theaters nationwide next weekend, so subscribe to MommyBlogExpert.com now -- if you don't already get notified when new posts go up -- so you'll be the first to know when those posts go live.

FTC Disclosure: I attended this event at the invitation of DreamWorks to screen Kung Fu Panda 2 for an upcoming movie review. My family and I also received a lovely lunch, behind the scenes tour of the DreamWorks campus and a goodie bag.  However, MommyBlogExpert did not receive any payment or other compensation associated with this post.  See complete FTC Disclosure information that appears at the bottom of MommyBlogExpert's main page and at the bottom of every individual post on this blog, including this one.
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Olivia The Pig Kids Movie Review Giveaway

Movies


Since last October MommyBlogExpert has been thrilled to be among the chosen few blogs to host some really great family friendly monthly Kidtoons movie giveaways. These include Spookley Square Pumpkin, Care Bears: Share Bear Shines, Curious George: A Very Monkey Christmas, Barbie Fairy Secret, Littl Engine That Could, and Strawberry Shortcake: Sky's the Limit, in conjunction with their monthly screenings just for children in theaters nationwide.




MBE partnered with Kidtoons for this post

Kidtoons giveaways are different every month depending on the movie.But, they're always fun and wholesome for children, so don't miss out on entering the current giveaway as well as subscribing to MommyBlogExpert.com so you will be among the first to know when next month's giveaway is announced.

In Movie Theaters Weekends in May


For the entire month of May it's Kidtoons' showing of Olivia and the Great Outdoors animated film is in select theaters nationwide with recently reduced ticket prices at many locations.

Olivia and the Great Outdoors - The Plot 


There are adventures, then there are Olivia adventures! Join Olivia and enjoy great outdoors in a way only she can. From treasure hunts, to camping trips to soccer games and more, one thing is clear, with Olivia on the scene, you’re bound to have a creative, special, fun-filled experience. 



OLIVIA and the Great Outdoors
GIVEAWAY CONTEST
Ends 5/31/2011 


Olivia And the Great Outdoors Movie Giveaway


To help Kidtoons celebrate this month's feature we're giving away a multi-prize package to THREE lucky families! 

EACH of 3 Winners gets EVERYTHING in the Prize Pack
  • 1 Olivia Poster
  • 1 Book This is Olivia 
  • 1 Book Olivia Opens a Lemonade Stand 
  • 1 Olivia Tin Lunch Box (various designs) 
  • 1 Olivia DVD (various titles) 
  • 1 Olivia sticker sheet 
  • 1 Olivia Kaleidoscope

HOW TO ENTER

Leave one or more comments below this post.   Contest ends May 31, 2011 at 12 midnite PST and is open to legal residents of the U.S. only. For the Required (Mandatory) Entry Simply leave a comment below this blogpost with your email address, Facebook or Twitter contact info so we may contact the winner. 

In the event that you are the lucky one, MommyBlogExpert will contact you for your shipping address.

Please RETWEET
Olivia the Pig @KidtoonFilms #GIVEAWAY http://tinyurl.com/3cld3eo #kids #movie #family #olivia #pig #toys #books #DVD RT 2 #WIN

About Kidtoons.com 

Kidtoons mission is to showcase fun and affordable family-centric movies at participating theaters. Every month a different entertaining children's film is screened at well over 100 neighborhood theaters across the U.S.   So, be sure to check theater locations near you because more big screens where you can take your child to see this have been added recently.
This concept brings parents and children together to enjoy kid-friendly characters, cartoons, music videos and sing-a-longs as well as giveaways for the kid audience members like stickers, activity books or toys after every film.

Everyone can get a FREE movie pass to a Kidtoon Films showing in your neighborhood on your child's birthday.  Sign up your kid(s) for the Birthday Club here. See more information on the Kidtoons concept and find the theater location nearest you where this cute film is showing, as well as see the movie's trailer here. 


FTC Disclosure: Kidtoon Films has provided the prizes for this giveaway.  However, MommyBlogExpert did not receive any payment or other compensation associated with this post. See complete FTC Disclosure information that appears at the bottom of MommyBlogExpert's main page and at the bottom of every individual post on this blog, including this one.
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CyberDefender LiveTech Fully-Loaded PC GIVEAWAY Contest for Busy Parents - Ends 5/31/11




Giveaway 

Details below, Contest Ends 5/31/2011

MommyBlogExpert posts about family and hi tech appear on this blog frequently, including everything from Parent Guide to Help Kids Get the Most out of Technology to What My Kids Did to my Computer for April Fool's Day, and most recently, Tech Gadgets Gift Trend for Mothers Day. 

Nowadays, it seems we just can't get enough of technology, either us parents or our children.  Problem is, I know a lot of moms and dads like me who are getting pretty lax about using the very technology we depend on without properly maintaining it.  For sure I’m expert about procrastinating on things like updating my software whenever new versions come out and making sure that my virus protection is renewed in a timely fashion before it expires.  
My son has loved computers since he was a toddler-- he's now a teen
1999 Vintage Photo by Janis Brett Elspas, MommyBlogExpert.com

I hate to admit it, but I’m even lazy about doing something as simple as backing up my hard drive regularly.  In fact, I’ve spent over a thousand dollars professionally recovering data and precious personal photos just for the last two times my computer has crashed!

If you’re like me and you permit your kids to use the home computer, you’ve probably also noticed that things tend to get even more aggravating.  As soon as the children start downloading like crazy, in the blink of an eye that once speedy family PC is crawling like a tortoise across the desert.  Even if you have security software installed, your personal computer is running so slow that you feel like screaming at it.

Good thing there’s a new contest that can actually help you vent all this annoying computer stuff plus possibly win a really great prize that any mom or dad, can really use -- a brand new laptop loaded with CyberDefender security software that includes expert help from their LiveTech service to set it up when it arrives.  
How To Enter
To enter this contest, just visit the CyberDefender Facebook page and tell them your technology frustration story. Write about anything you feel like, such as problems setting up, downloading images or figuring out how to use your new iPad.  Alternately, you can tell it your story visually by snapping some digital pictures of you and your kids with your old tired and infected PC and posting them. Be creative, be funny and your chances of winning are even better.  Contest results are final, must be over 18 to enter. Please see terms and conditions before entering.


CyberDefender is a one-stop solution for multi-tasking moms  and dads with PC problems. The company’s remote tech support service, LiveTech, can help with any PC-related issues, home networks or connected devices, from system slowdown to malware removal or even helping sync data and music between computers and smartphones.

Finally, an end to all that tech frustration so you can enjoy more quality family time with your kids!  What have you got to lose? Enter this contest, already!


Good Luck!

FTC Disclosure:  I disclose that I earned a gift card from CyberDefender for writing about this giveaway.  However, the opinions expressed are my own.  I did not receive any other compensation related to this post.   See complete FTC Disclosure information that appears at the bottom of MommyBlogExpert's main page and at the bottom of every individual post on this blog, including this one. 
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6 Easy Eco Friendly Ways Busy Moms & Dads Can Save Lots of Money on Gas



Eco Family Living

Green living seems to be on my mind a lot lately, most recently when I wrote a post for this blog for Earth Day on how families can take a more active role in repairing and preserving our environment.  As I left the house today I started obsessing on the fact that here I live in L.A. where people really do drive four blocks from home to go grocery shopping.

To be honest, I'm as guilty sometimes as just about all my neighbors on this.  So, today I thought why not combine all my errands to save gas, money, and do my small part to improve Southern California's air quality?
Pacific Ocean at Sunset - Brown/Orange Tint on Horizon is Colored by Smog
iPhone Photo by Janis Brett Elspas, MommyBlogExpert.com

This shopping trip inspired these tips that will help you save big money on gasoline too.
  • If your errands are all within walking distance of each other, why not consider driving to a central location between these different places, parking, and walking to each location? Instead of starting and stopping your car excessively, you'll only have to do it once.
  • Even if you only have one errand to do, if it's within a 15 minute walk of your starting location, consider leaving the car and walking instead.  You'll save gas and money but also get some exercise besides.

  • When driving the kids to extra curricular activities, such as to friends' houses, sports games and music lessons, where you are just dropping off your child, get them to walk home from the event, if it is safe and close enough to your house for him/her to do so. That way you don't have to make two round-trips to drop off and pick up.  Plus your son or daughter gets the physical workout all kids need but don't always get now a days.
    • Don't overlook the freedom and convenience that owning a bicycle provides -- both for the driver and for the kid.  Get your child to ride their bike if he's old enough and responsible enough wherever he wants to go.  You'll feel like less of a taxi driver and your child will feel they actually can go to a lot more places without always depending on a ride from you.
    • Lastly, but most importantly, your child will see you making an effort to conserve fuel, money, and show you care about the environment. Wouldn't it be great if your kid also adopted this ethic after he/she get their driver's license so they can enjoy the benefits too?
    Try to do any or all of these little things whenever you can and you'll notice how much less often you find yourself at the pump filling up.  Besides all the money you're saving, you'll be helping to save Earth's precious natural resources too.

    Now it's your turn to comment.  What other eco friendly ways can you think of (or that you already do) to conserve gasoline?

    FTC Disclosure:  I did not receive any payment or other compensation related to this post.   See complete FTC Disclosure information that appears at the bottom of MommyBlogExpert's main page and at the bottom of every individual post on this blog, including this one.
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