9Lives Morris the Cat ASPCA Food Drive + Sage Cat Guest Post Advice Series #MorrisFeeds

Pets

Guest Post 

#1 Post in a Series 

by Morris the Cat
Live Well & Prospurr
9Lives Brand Ambassador

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Editor's Note:
Regular readers of MommyBlogExpert know how much I love animals, especially if you recall all the funny animal videos I've been posting on MBE's Facebook page lately. So, when Morris the Cat's people asked me if the cat celebrity himself could write a guest post series for the blog, it didn't take me more than five seconds to say meow and Yes. That's not all. When I found out Morris and 9Lives are also running an ASPCA campaign donating cat food to needy shelter animals via its Live Well & Prospurr program, I responded with a resounding double "YES YES." This Guest Post series by Morris the Cat will appear on MBE every Tuesday for the next three weeks. 

A bona fide celebricat since he made his debut in commercials in the 1970s, America's favorite 'charmingly choosy' feline has launched a "Dear Morris" column to help cats and their humans make the most of playtime. Here's the first in a series of three Guest Posts that Morris has agreed to do for MBE's cat loving readership.

From Morris' Mailbox

Dear Morris,

I'll be the first one to tell you I'm a playful guy. I like yarn, stuffed mice, boxes... you name it. But my human is never in the mood. Something about 'work' or 'being tired,' blah, blah, blah... meow, meow, meow. I try to tell her that a piece of string doesn't wiggle itself! Alas since my human will not play with me, I've taken to reading Proust... and trying to catch my own tail.

Sincerely,
Furry and Frustrated

Dear Furry and Frustrated,
I've seen your case all too many times. Humans are often tempted to blame their unplayful attitude on 'being too busy,' but that's rarely true. (Even the President plays golf!) What many humans don't realize is that we cats don't require a long, drawn-out play period. We like small bouts of play interspersed with two of our other favorite activities, resting and napping. So gently remind your human with a head-boop or a soft meow that you're ready for some action -- she can start off slow with Level 1 of my Official Guide to Amusement, Entertainment, Playtime and More." Also tell your human to be on the lookout for when your tail is in an inverted "U" shape (like in the photo below). That's a tell-tail sign (get it?!) that she should bring out the toys. Remember, fun is contagious... once your human sees what a blast you're having, she'll likely take some more time to enjoy herself as well.

Yours truly,
Morris the Cat

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Stay Tuned for Another 

Morris Guest Post on MBE

Next Tuesday, October 20

​Tweet + Morris Donates Cat Food to the ASPCA

For more Morris tips visit the official Prospurr 9 Lives site. You can also stay in the loop by following socially responsible yet hilarious cat world of 9 Lives on Facebook, Twitter and Instagram. And, if you tweet #MorrisFeeds, Morris will see to it that a bowl of delicious 9Lives cat food is donated to a hungry kitty at the ASPCA animal shelter, up to 1 million bowls of cat food.

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FREE Eli's Cheesecake Event Today Columbus Day 12-3pm in Chicago Today

Family Event

There's a family friendly event for those of you who are lucky enough to be in Chicago today, Monday, October 12 - Columbus Day. And as a huge fan of the brand, I couldn't be happier to share the news about this fun activity with all MommyBlogExpert's readers in the metro Chicago area. What a fun thing to do with the kids when they are out of school for this holiday that honors the great explorer Christopher Columbus.

DIY Decorate your own Eli's Cheesecake slice 
for FREE from Noon to 3 pm TODAY

Eli's Cheesecake Bakery Cafe

6701 W. Forest Preserve Dr. Chicago, IL 60634

More Info Visit elicheesecake.com 

(773) 205-3800

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KitchenAid Cupcake Breast Cancer Campaign

Health

Raising Funds to Fight the Disease

In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness Month, continuing throughout this month until October 31, KitchenAid is inviting the cyberspace public to participate in a most worthy fundraising initiative. The brand will donate $1 (up to a maximum of $10,000) for each photo shared of a cupcake you bake on either Twitter or Instagram using the hashtag #10000cupcakes.

Image from KitchenAid

For more information visit KitchenAid.com  and follow the brand on social media for more information and complete rules.

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FTC Disclosure: I'm spreading awareness about Breast Cancer and by sharing KitchenAid's inspirational cupcake photo social media sharing campaign to raise money that the brand will donate to Susan G. Komen to fight this women's disease.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.

Master Twitter Party Calendar Oct 11 - Oct 17 Parties w/ Prizes - Continuous Updates

Twitter Parties

Constant Updates, Keep Checking Back 

Master Twitter Party Calendar - Including USA & Canada

Brands: 
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Get all the details in this free constantly updated Master Twitter Chat Party Calendar listing tons of family friendly parties including specifics on prizes you can win and links to RSVP and participate. Includes Twitter Parties in the U.S. and Canada. A brand new weekly Twitter Party Schedule is published every Sunday at 9 am ET.

Be sure to check back often during each week as new events are added on an ongoing basis -- often with new prize-winning opportunities added several times per day. You'll also get a sneak peek at Twitter parties coming up next week and in the month ahead. Now listing Facebook, Pinterest and Google+ parties with prizes too.

Be the first to know when the latest Mommy Blog Expert Twitter Party schedule goes live by following MBE on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest, and Instagram.

The majority of parties are for U.S. only, unless indicated otherwise. Look for highlights in pink for Twitter Parties where CANADA residents are eligible for prizes.

THIS WEEK

Monday, October 12

I Can't Even Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @dawnchats @moneywisemoms @thriftyjinxy and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $100 Big Lots giftcard, TWO (2) $200 Big Lots GCs. #ICantEven

Nutro Farms Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @Crowdtappers @nutro @drtiffanyb and others. Prizes: $750 in VISA giftcards. #NutroFarms

FPL Smartstyle Twitter Chat Party at 8 pm ET with @dimemedia @latinomarketing @texinmiami and others. Prizes: ONE (1) Target giftcard in each of the following denominations $50, $75, $100, $150 (FOUR prizes total). #FPLSmartstyle 

Tuesday, October 13

Kleenex Cares Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @freebies4mom @kellystilwell @afrugalfriend and others TBA. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Walgreens giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 Walgreens GCs. #KleenexCares

Royal Canin Feline Care Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @royalcanin @clever_network.  Prizes: SIX (6) prize packs that include $50 giftcard to PetCo or PetSmart + one bag Royal Canin cat food, ONE (1) Grand Prize including $100 GC + $50 worth of cat toys + 3-month supply Royal Canin cat food. #CatCareChat 

Horizon Lunch Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @horizon_organic @thesimpleparent @blm03 and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Walmart giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 Walmart GCs. #HorizonLunch

Happy Pet Halloween Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @charlottereed @petrendologist and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 VISA giftcard, ONE (1) $25 VISA GC and more. #PetrendsTweets

Value of DIY Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @resourcefulmom @truevalue. Prizes: FIVE (5) $50 True Value giftcards, ONE (1) Grand Prize $250 True Value GC. #ValueofDIY

JBF Lancaster Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @jbflancaster @seemomclick. Prizes: TBA. #JBFLancaster 

Grapes from California Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @kitchenplay. Prizes: FIVE (5) $25 giftcards, ONE (1) Grand Prize $200 GC + cookbook. #GrapesfromCA

Aladdin Diamond Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @blogginmamas @alliedhispanic @heloenterprises and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $100 American Express giftcard + Aladdin movie download code, ONE (1) AmEx $100 GC, ONE (1) $50 AmEx GC, TWO (2) $25 AmEx GCs. #AladdinDiamond

Moodsters Chat Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @savvysassymoms @momtrends @themoodsters. Prizes: THREE (3) Moodsters prizes, ONE (1) full set Moodsters + $25 Target gifcard, ONE (1) full set Moodsters + $100 Target GC - see RSVP for complete prize description. #MoodstersChat

Milk Life Herencia Leche Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @247modernmom @superlatinashow @couponmamacita and others. Prizes: FOUR (4) Milk Life prize packs ranging in value from $50 to $233 - see RSVP link for complete prize descriptions. #HerenciaLeche

YBN Sally Beauty Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @thecubiclechick @ggorgeousingrey @justicefergie and others. Prizes: TBA. #YBNSallyBeauty 

Go RVing Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @candace_dx and others. Prizes: Multiple RVing prize packs, ONE (1) Grand Prize GoRVing prize pack + $100 giftcard. #GoRVing

Wednesday, October 14

Rinse Made Rad Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @kellysluckyyou @dawnchats @athriftydiva and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Target giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 Target GCs. #RinseMadeRad

Healthy Mind & Body Twitter Party at 1 to 1:30 pm ET with @themotherhood @tmchathost @coopermunroe and others. Prizes: THREE (3) $25 CVS/Pharmacy giftcards. #TheStorkOTC

Ask Skin Expert Twitter Party at 2 pm ET with @lorealparisusa @zipporahs @rachelferrucci and others. Prizes: Multiple L'Oreal Paris Revitalift giftbaskets, ONE (1) Grand Prize including L'Oreal giftbasket + $200 Target giftcard. #AskSkinExpert

One Nacion Live Twitter Party at 7 pm ET with @dimemedia @latinomarketing @jollymom and others. Prizes: FOUR (4) prize packages that include an ESPN Deportes prize pack and either a $50, $100, $150 or $200 giftcard. #OneNacionLive

Bank Via Cord Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @resourcefulmom @babycenter. Prizes: NINE (9) $50 Babies R Us giftcards, ONE (1) Grand Prize winner gets a Free Cord Blood Banking Service from ViaCord ARV $1,375 + a copy of Rosie Pope's book Mommy IQ + Rosie Pope Baby Unisex items ARV $300. #BankViaCord

USA Love Halloween Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @usalovelist @cowtails @goetzecandy and others. Prizes: Delicious prizes. #USALove 

Game Day Milk Means More Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @milkmeansmore @rachelcooksblog. Prizes: TBA. #MilkMeansMore

Freaky Fruits Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @produceforkids @melissasproduce @mealplanmom. Prizes: TBA. #FreakyFruits

Say Cheese Month Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @adamideast @ohdairyfarmers. Prizes: EIGHT (8) prizes including cheese related kitchen gadgets and small appliances - see RSVP link for full prize descriptions. #SayCheeseMonth

Find Time for Me Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @momendeavors @momspark @daniellesmithtv and others. Prizes: TWO (2) pizza theme gift packs ARV $50, TWO (2) $25 Mastercard giftcards, ONE (1) Grand Prize including a Crate & Barrel and Ristorante Pizza assortment - see RSVP link for complete prize descriptions. #FindTime4Me

Thursday, October 15

Kids N Trips Twitter Party at 12:30 pm ET with @lajollamom @jenleo @travelmamas and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $200 American Express giftcard and TWO (2) $100 AmEx GCs. No RSVP #KidsNTrips 

Raymour & Flanigan Furniture Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @raymourflanigan. Prizes: ONE (1) $100 R&F giftcard, THREE (3) additional prizes include a set of mugs, a set of wine glasses and a wine tool set. #RFfallstyle

No Time for Flu Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @minuteclinic @cdcflu. Prizes: TBA. #NoTimeForFlu

Organic India Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @momsmeet @organicindia @kiwimagazine. Prizes: THREE (3) Organic India prize packs. #OrganicIndia

Red Robin Twitter Party at 2 pm ET with @socialmoms @cookiesandclogs @redrobinburgers. Prizes: TEN (10) $20 Amazon giftcards, FOUR (4) $50 Red Robin GCs and ONE (1) $200 Red Robin GC. #RedRobin4Schools 

Bark for Beneful Twitter Party at 2 pm ET with @zipporahs @crissybeam @rachelferrucci and others. Prizes: $1000 in prizes including ONE (1) $300 Walmart giftcard, TWO (2) $200 Walmart GCs, THREE (3) $100 Walmart GCs. #BarkForBeneful 

Falsies Pushup Drama Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @maybelline @kristak2 @agirlsgottaspa and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Walmart giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 Walmart GCs. #FalsiesPushupDrama

Influenster Vox YSL Rouge Pur Couture Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @influenstervox. Prizes: TBA. #YSLRougePurCouture

Non-GMO Shopping Twitter Party at 4 pm ET with @mambosprouts @ashleykoff. Prizes: FIVE (5) Non-GMO goodie bags with lots of brands products - see RSVP link for more prize details. #ShopNonGMO

Cook for the Cure Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @crissy @hhgregg. Prizes: THREE (3) $50 hhgregg giftcards. #hhgcakes No RSVP

Rocky Glow Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @vancouver_mom @rockymtnsoap. Prizes: $200 in prizes - Canada residents ONLY eligible for prizes. #RockyGlow 

Raised by Canadian Farmer Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @chickenfarmers @sjconsulting_ca. Prizes: TBA - Canada residents ONLY eligible for prizes. #RaisedbyCDNFarmer

Spooktacular Sweepstakes Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @nicksbreaks @partycity. Prizes: SIX (6) Grand Prize packages each including $100 American Express giftcard + fun Nickelodeon stuff, total ARV of each prize pack is $162 - see details for complete prize descriptions. #SpooktacularSweepstakes 

Friday, October 16

Change Your Clock Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @energizer @laughwithusblog @afrugalfriend and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 VISA giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 VISA GCs. #ChangeYourClock

Setting Up Your Mobile Office Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @thetechdad @robynsworld @theonlinemom. Prizes: ONE (1) Mophie Powerstation Plus 8 portable charger, ONE (1) LG G4 smartphone will be given away during this Twitter Party. Plus there's a chance to win another LG G4 at the video recap immediately following. #VZWBuzz 

Spooky Snacks Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @mommytalkshow @iamthemaven @coolchillmom and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Walmart giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 Walmart GCs, ONE (1) Grand Prize $250 Walmart GC. #SpookySnacks

Trivia for a Cause Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @winitcan @canadianbasics. Prizes: Breast Cancer travel mug, Breast Cancer awareness bracelets and Tim Hortons $5 + $25 giftcards - see RSVP link for complete prize descriptions - Canada residents ONLY eligible for prizes. #TriviaForaCause 


NEXT WEEK

Monday, October 19

Swap Your Cup Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @bigelowtea @freebies4mom @aboutamom and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Walmart giftcard + a Swap Your Cup giftpack, FIVE (5) prize packs that include $100 Walmart GC + Swap Your Cup giftpack. #SwapYourCup

Bringing Innovation Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @energizer @aleamilham @turningclockbac and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 VISA giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 VISA GCs. #BringingInnovation 

Spooky 15 Twitter Party at 7 pm ET with @onezumi @spookyempire @thelolohart. Prizes: Celebrity autographs + two passes to Spooky Empire's Halloween Weekend - see RSVP link for complete prize descriptions. #Spooky15 

Small But Powerful Twitter Party at 8:30 pm ET with @crowdtappers @whitneymws @daniellesmithtv and others. Prizes: $750 in VISA giftcards. #SmallButPowerful
Tuesday, October 20

Trick or Sweet Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @donnahup @outnumberedmama @mudpiesandtiara and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Walmart giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 Walmart GCs. #TrickorSweet 

Pedigree Gives Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @lizventuresblog @2wired2tired @frugalfamtree and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Walmart giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 Walmart GCs. #PedigreeGives

Wednesday, October 21

HalloWINE Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @blm03 @kellystilwell @daddyshangout and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 VISA giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 VISA GCs. #HalloWINE 

Thursday, October 22

Truly Radiant Finish Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @busymommymedia. Prizes: THREE (3) $100 VISA giftcards, ONE (1) Grand Prize $200 VISA GC + Arm & Hammer products ARV $30. #TrulyRadiantFinish 

My Cat My Muse Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @iamthemaven @followruralmoms @itsyummi and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 PetSmart giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 PetSmart GCs. #MyCatMyMuse

California Milk Drive at 2 pm ET with @themotherhood @tmchathost. Prizes: FIVE (5) $100 VISA giftcards. #CAMilkDrive

Confidence You Deserve Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @dentistmel @sweeptight @kristak2 and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 CVS giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 CVS GCs. #ConfidenceUDeserve 

Teen Driver Twitter Party at 7 pm ET with @parachutecanada. Prizes: ONE (1) $100 Tim Horton's giftcard, ONE (1) $200 Tim Horton's GC, ONE (1) $300 Tim Horton's GC - Canada residents ONLY eligible for prizes. #TeenDriveParty 

Mom Travel Chat Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @homeaway @familiesgo. Prizes: Prizes from PlayMobil, Colorforms and Dream Frenz. #MOMTravelChat

Friday, October 23

Tips for Buying a New Smartphone at 3 pm ET with @thetechdad @robynsworld @theonlinemom. Prizes: TBA. #VZWBuzz 

COMING SOON 

Monday, October 26

Treat Your Family Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @familymobile @laughwithusblog @2wired2tired and others. Prizes: $900+ in prizes including ONE (1) $50 Walmart giftcard, ONE (1) $100 Walmart GC, TWO (2) prize packs that include $100 Walmart GC + LG Leon LTE smartphone, TWO (2) prize packs including $100 Walmart GC + Galaxy Core Prime smartphone. #TreatYourFamily

Tuesday, October 27

Trick or Teeth Twitter Party at 7 pm ET with @jmanmillerbug @sunstargum. Prizes: TWO (2) Sunstar prize packs ARV $25, ONE (1) $25 Target giftcard + Sunstar prize pack ARV $50, ONE (1) $50 Target GC + Sunstar prize pack ARV $74, ONE (1) Grand Prize $100 Targe GC + Sunstar prize pack ARV $150 - See RSVP link for full prize descriptions. #TrickOrTeeth 

Wednesday, October 28

Love With Food Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @lovewithfood. Prizes: TBA. #LoveWithFood 

Friday, October 30

Toward a Healthier Lifestyle Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @robynsworld @thetechdad @theonlinemom. Prizes: TBA. #VZWBuzz 

Friday, November 6

Traveling with Your Smartphone Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @robynsworld @thetechdad @theonlinemom. Prizes: TBA. #VZWBuzz

Tuesday, November 10

Safe Pet Holidays Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @charlottereed @petrendologist and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 VISA giftcard, ONE (1) $25 VISA GC and more. #PetrendsTweets

Bjorn to Wear Twitter Party with @twiniversity @step2, time TBA. Prizes: TBA. #BjorntoWear - Watch MBE Master Twitter Party Calendar for more details soon

Thursday, November 12

Fertility Issues & Relationships Twitter Party at 1 to 1:30 pm ET with @themotherhood @tmchathost @coopermunroe and others. Prizes: THREE (3) $25 CVS/Pharmacy giftcards. #TheStorkOTC 

About this Weekly Twitter Party List

Compiled by MommyBlogExpert.com Master Twitter Party Calendar, the most comprehensive, constantly updated Free resource of its kind online. However keep in mind that each party is run by a different brand and/or hosts and MommyBlogExpert, unless specified otherwise, is not responsible for any dealings readers have with these events including, but not limited to, prizing of any party on the calendar.

For Brands

How to Add a Twitter Party

to the Calendar

Add an event to the Mommy Blog Expert Master Twitter Party Calendar FREE by emailing janis at janiselspas.com with "Twitter Party" in subject line including all details and links in the body of your message.

Hire MBE to Plan, Promote and/or 

Host Your Twitter Party

Also available, for a nominal fee, to plan, promote, host, co-host or serve as a panelist for your own brand Twitter party. To inquire, please janis at janiselspas.com for information with "Twitter Party Consulting Query" in the subject line.


FTC Disclosure: MommyBlogExpert does attend some Twitter parties as a guest and also works as a consultant, host, co-host, and/or panelist for others. Except for the 11/30 Winn Dixie Chanukah Twitter Party, I am not receiving payment or compensation associated with any party on this calendar. 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.

Harvest Festival Family Kid Friendly SoCal Event

Events

Harvest Fest Family Fun Friday-Sunday in Ontario, CA

Guest Post 

by Jennifer Valdez Miyagishima
Editor & Lifestyle Blogger
Real Mom of SFV


A week ago I attended the Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show held in Ventura at the Ventura County Fairgrounds which is right on the beach. The day couldn’t have been more perfect – it was a smooth drive from where I live in Los Angeles and the weather was lovely in Ventura (how could it not be when you are this close to the sand and surf)!

Image by RealMomofSVF.com

After my daughter and I passed through the gates, we immediately headed towards the interactive Kidzone area. We checked out the Macaroni Kid and My Gym booths. There was a juggler dressed up in a scary (but not too scary) Halloween costume entertaining the crowd nearby. My daughter’s favorite section was the pumpkin patch that was located right across from the My Gym booth.

Image by RealMomofSVF.com

Once my daughter had her fill of the children's dedicated recreation area, it was mommy’s turn to shop and have some fun. There were three separate halls (San Miguel Hall, Anacapa Hall and San Nicolas Hall) just filled to the brim vendors who are showcasing unique items and specialty foods. I enjoyed looking at each of the booths, shopping for both the upcoming holidays (so many fun Christmas items) as well as trinkets for myself. 

Girlie Girl Creations had the most beautiful handmade purses and handbags! 

Image by RealMomofSVF.com

There were also booths selling Halloween and Christmas home decorations. 

Image by RealMomofSVF.com

As someone who sits at a desk all day long, typing on a computer, I often get pain in my right wrist, arm and elbow. I stumbled upon an essential oil booth that promised pain relief. I immediately asked the owner of Ho’omana Oils to recommend some products. This Hawaiian based company produces organic food grade essential oils on their farm located on the Big Island of Hawaii. After massaging my right arm with “Hawaii’s Healing Oil” I started to feel better.

Image by RealMomofSVF.com

My daughter was quite tired after a day full of shopping with me. There is so much to see and do at the Harvest Festival Original Art & Craft Show. I enjoyed looking at all of the innovative gifts and unique handmade items that combine art with function in a variety of ways, from hand-pressed olive oil and handmade fudge, to beautiful jewelry, clothing, accessories and ornaments. 

Harvest Festival in Ontario, October 9th - 11th

The Harvest Festival is in Ontario, California this weekend, Friday through Sunday at the Ontario Convention Center. Hours are Friday/Saturday 10 am - 6 pm and Sunday 10 am - 5 pm. Free admission is being offered to the first 100 attendees each day, otherwise cost to attend is $9 for adults, $7 for seniors 62+ and $4 for kids 13-17. Admission is free for children 12 and under. Additional Harvest Festival Southern California events coming up include 10/23-23 at Del Mar Fairgrounds and 12/4-6 at the Fairplex in Pomona. For more information on all venues, check out the official website. 

About the Author

Jennifer Valdez Miyagishima, married and the mom of one, writes and edits the blog Real Mom of SFV. Written from the perspective of living in Los Angeles by way of the San Fernando Valley she covers food, fitness, motherhood, pop culture and events happening in the San Fernando Valley, Ventura County, Los Angeles metro area, as well as throughout Southern California.

FTC Disclosure: The author and her family received complimentary passes to facilitate this review. No monetary compensation was received for 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. All images & opinions are 100% the author's own.