Summer of Creativity Grants for Kids Who Are Making a Difference in the Community

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Here's something every parent of a child from 5 to 18 should know. As school lets out for the summer, Youth Service America (YSA) is calling on kids to make this a Summer of Creativity. YSA, through support from Disney | ABC Television Group will award Summer of Creativity Grants to young change-makers who have ideas and projects that positively impact their community.

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Youth ages 5-18 in the U.S. are eligible to apply for Summer of Creativity Grants by submitting service project ideas that will make a difference in their local communities. One hundred and twenty five winners will be awarded individual $500 grants to implement their projects.

Select grantees will have a chance to be recognized on Good Morning America or their local ABC affiliate. Applications will be accepted through August 10, 2015, at YSA.org/BeInspired.

"With half the world’s population under the age of 25, our future depends on helping young people to find their voice, take action, and make a positive impact in their communities. We know that young people are uniquely suited to help solve problems - if given the opportunity,” said Steven A. Culbertson, President and CEO of YSA. 

“We need youth to be leaders and problem solvers today, not just the leaders of a distant tomorrow. Disney ABC Television Group’s Summer of Creativity is about shining a bright light on the incredible power of youth to use their ingenuity to change the world.” 

 For more information and to apply, visit www.YSA.org/BeInspired. YSA (Youth Service America) helps young people find their voice, take action, and make an impact on vital community issues. YSA activates, funds, trains, and recognizes young people ages 5-25 and their adult partners. For more information, visit www.YSA.org.

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GoPro HERO+ LCD for Fathers Day Review

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Father's Day gifts for dads are notoriously hard to shop for -- daddy's closet is already overflowing with way too many neck ties and other gifts he doesn't use. Come to think of it, my personal experience is that even men shopping for their own fathers have a hard time finding the perfect gift.

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The Gift to Capture Dad's Fave Moments

With Dad's special day this Sunday, why not consider buying your hero a GoPro HERO+ LCD? This uber cool wearable camera just launched at Best Buy and is just the thing to capture all his favorite moments, whether he's playing in the pool with kids, skiing The Rockies with his buddies or white water river rafting in Costa Rica with the family.

I know my hubbie loves using the GoPro HERO4 we own which was introduced last year. In fact, he's still talking about the awesome footage shot while wearing this camera mounted to his helmet racing down the luge during our recent family vacation to New Zealand. Actually my four teens and I also treasure our GoPro, so this doubles as both a gift for Daddy and a family present we all enjoy.

The new GoPro HERO+ LCD that just came out is even better, offering more advanced features that your Dad will appreciate. Like our own GoPro the newest member of the GoPro family is protected against a range of  weather conditions, thanks to the waterproof case that protects it from water, rain, snow, dust and more.

GoPro HERO+ LCD Features

Dad will be able to archive all the live and still action with this camera which allows him to capture 8.0MP photos and 1080p videos of his adventures. Also sports an ultra-wide-angle glass lens for clear shooting and built-in Wi-Fi and a Bluetooth interface for easy sharing of stored footage with family and friends, as well as via social media.

Included in the product's box

• HERO+LCD HD Waterproof Action Camera
• Micro USB cable
• Skeleton backdoor, touch backdoor
• Curved adhesive mount, flat adhesive mount
• Quick-release buckle
• Owner's manual

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Best Buy is your destination for the latest cameras and camcorders, including the brand new GoPro HERO+ LCD priced at $299.99 in stores now just in time for Father's Day gift giving. For more information visit BestBuy.com as well as follow @GoPro, @BestBuy and the hashtag #GoProatBestBuy on Twitter 

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GIVEAWAY Tom & Jerry Spy Quest DVD New Release from Warner Bros - 3 WINNERS

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Images in post provided by Warner Bros.

Warner Bros. Home Entertainment (WBHE) has combined two of their most popular cartoon franchises, Tom and Jerry and The Adventures of Jonny Quest to present a brand new, action-packed, full-length animated film, Tom and Jerry: Spy Quest to be released on June 23, 2015 on DVD $19.98 SRP. In this new home entertainment release get set for intrigue, thrills, suspense and high-action as the animated duo get wrapped up in a top secret, spy-tacular, fun-filled mission the whole family can enjoy together.

Here's sneak peek at this fun new movie...




Included are 3 Bonus Episodes from The Tom and Jerry Show & Jonny Quest

• Birthday Bashed/Feline Fatale 
• For the Love of Ruggles/Sleuth or Consequences 
• The Fraudulent Volcano Bonus Episode from New Adventures of Jonny Quest

Exclusive MBE Giveaway - 3 Winners

And Guess What? Warner Bros. is providing THREE copies of this new video to give away exclusively to lucky MommyBlogExpert readers. Enter below for your chance to win and return to this giveaway post daily to enter every day till the contest ends.

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The Warner Bros. Tom and Jerry: Spy Quest DVD giveaway ends July 21, 2015 at 12 am PT. Contest is open to legal residents of the U.S. only. Winners of this contest MBE is hosting will be selected at random from all entries and will be notified via email and must respond within 24 hours to claim their prize. THREE (3) winners, one prize per person.

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Warner Bros. Animation (WBA) is one of the leading producers of animation in the entertainment industry, producing and developing both CG and traditionally animated projects for multiple platforms, both domestically and internationally. Learn more on the Warner Bros official site and by following the studio on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest.

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Ringling Bros Circus Tickets on Sale SoCal Shows Staples LA, Citizens Bank Arena, Honda Center

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Enter to WIN Ringling Circus Tickets

All images in this post from Feld Entertainment & Ringling Bros 

Who's excited about the circus coming to town? This isn't just any circus -- this is the 145th annual edition of Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey circus - The Greatest Show on Earth.

Ever seen a clown jumping

while an Elephant twirls the jump rope?

I know I never get tired seeing this show. In fact, this is the third year I've had the opportunity to review the Ringling Bros performance, so be sure to check out the reviews done for Legends 2014 and Built to Amaze 2013. The all-new 2015 show is themed Circus Xtreme.

Tickets are on sale now with $15 tickets available for opening night at all three venues in Los Angeles, the Inland Empire and Orange County, including STAPLES Center LA, Citizens Business Bank Arena in Ontario, and HONDA Center in Anaheim. I can't wait to see this year's performance and I hope to see you and your kids there. Last year Ringling's Legends show was legendary -- for lack of a better description. And audiences are in for an even greater treat when the circus arrives in the Southland in July with more than 100 performers representing 13 countries around the world.

How about cool BMX extreme racers...

Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus Xtreme features extraordinary circus performers as well as exotic animals. Among the notable acts are the Xtreme Sports display, Caravan of Camels, Bungee Skydivers, the World's Youngest Human Cannonball, Mongolian Marvels, the Bengal tiger presenter Taba, high wire artists, poodle tricks and much more. You'll even get the chance to see something you've probably never seen before: an elephant twirling a jump rope while a clown jumps!

And this majestic Camel Caravan...

2015 Southern California

Performance Show Times Schedule

Come Early: All shows Include the All Access Pre-Show Experience 

Los Angeles July 9 - July 14 
STAPLES Center
1111 Figueroa Street, L.A., CA 90015 

Thursday, July 9        7:30 pm Opening Night 
Friday, July 10          12:00 pm & 7:30 pm  
Saturday, July 11       11:30 am, 3:30 pm &  7:30 pm      
Sunday, July 12         11:30 am, 3:30 pm & 7:30 pm  
Monday, July 13         7:30 pm  
Tuesday, July 14        12:00 pm & 7:30 pm 

**All Los Angeles shows include the All Access Pre-Show**
 

Ontario July 17 - July 21 
Citizens Business Bank Arena
4000 Ontario Center Pkwy, Ontario, CA 91764 

Friday, July 17             7:30 pm Opening Night 
Saturday, July 18       11:30 am, 3:30 pm & 7:30 pm  
Sunday, July 19          11:30 am, 3:30 pm  
Monday, July 20          7:30 pm  
Tuesday, July 21        12:00 pm & 7:30 pm 

**All Ontario shows include Animal Open House & All Access Pre-Show**

Anaheim July 24 - August 2
Honda Center
2695 E. Katella Avenue, Anaheim, CA 92806 

Friday, July 24              7:30 pm Opening Night 
Saturday, July 25        11:30 am, 3:30 pm & 7:30 pm  
Sunday, July 26            1:30 pm & 5:30 pm 
Wednesday, July 29    1:00 pm & 7:30 pm  
Thursday, July 30      10:30 am & 7:30 pm  
Friday, July 31              1 pm & 7:30 pm  
Saturday, August 1     11:30 am, 3:30 pm & 7:30 pm 
Sunday, August 2       11:30 am, 3:30 pm & 7:30 pm 

**All Anaheim shows include Animal Open House & All Access Pre-Show**

How to Get Tickets 
Ticket prices range from $20-$80*, varying by level of seating and venue. Opening Night tickets are only $15 each at all venues (not valid for VIP or premium seating).  Tickets available for purchase online at AXS.com, charge by phone at 888-9AXS-TIX or in-person at the venue Box Office. *Tickets may be subject to service charges, facility and handling fees. 

For more information visit Ringling.com and connect with them on Twitter, Facebook and YouTube.

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Giveaway Ringling Bros Circus Tickets - Fun for the Whole Family Young & Old

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Enter MBE's Circus Ticket Giveaway Below

All images in this post from Feld Entertainment & Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus

I could not be more pleased that Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey has given me tickets to attend this year's display as well as another two tickets to give away here on the blog. The MBE prize package up for grabs consists of a pair of vouchers worth a total of $58 that the winner may use at their choice of venue for select shows July 9-31 at Staples Center Los Angeles, Citizens Business Bank Arena Ontario in the Inland Empire or Honda Center Anaheim in Orange County.

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus 2015 Circus Xtreme show is good old-fashioned entertainment for the whole family. The new all-new show this year features a wide range of human and animal acts: the Xtreme Sports BMX display, Caravan of Camels, Bungee Skydivers, the World's Youngest Human Cannonball, Mongolian Marvels, the Bengal tiger presenter Taba, high wire artists, poodle tricks and more. I know I've enjoyed seeing this circus year after year throughout my life: both as a child and as a mom with my own four kids and we really enjoyed Ringling's 2014 Legends and 2013 Built to Amaze circus performances.

Read on to enter for chance to WIN!

Ringling Bros. and

Barnum & Bailey Circus

Pair of Tickets

GIVEAWAY

Up to $58 Total ARV

Ends 7/6/15

Prize Package Includes

• Two tickets for reserved seats valued at up to $29 each, Total ARV $58
• Good at L.A., Ontario and Anaheim venues for select shows

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This Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Circus tickets giveaway ends July 6, 2015 at 12 am PT. Contest is open to legal residents of the U.S. only. Winner of this contest MBE is hosting will be selected at random from all entries and will be notified via email and must respond within 24 hours to claim their prize.

ONE (1) Grand Prize winner will receive a pair of passes to see the new 2015 Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Xtreme Circus Show with the option to exchange their two vouchers at the venue box office for two reserved seats at their choice of select weekday Southern California performances in Los Angeles (7/10, 7/13 or 7/14), Ontario (7/20 or 7/21) or Anaheim (7/29, 7/30 or 7/31). Passes not valid for Ringmaster Zone, Front Row and VIP seating. If they'd like, the winner will be able to purchase adjoining seats for other family members at the venue when redeeming the prize vouchers.

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FTC Disclosure: I am receiving tickets to facilitate coverage before, during and after the event and to host this giveaway. In addition, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey is providing the prizes for the contest. However opinions here are my own. 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.