The Emoji Movie World Premiere Family Event + Film Collectibles Giveaway


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I was a guest of Sony Pictures at the World Premiere

Enter To WIN this Movie Giveaway

It's been a whirlwind of a week for the upcoming The Emoji Movie (Sony Pictures) which opens in theaters nationwide July 27th. On Sunday, I learned first hand that bright stars really do come out during the day -- not just during a total solar eclipse -- when I attended the pre-party, red carpet and world premiere of The Emoji Movie. On hand were many of Hollywood's recognizable celebrities ranging from the entire cast including singer Christina Aguilera as well as TJ Miller, pictured here. 



In addition to real-life mom Christina bringing her whole family and boyfriend to walk to red carpet (or I should say, blue carpet), recognizable entertainment families who came out to celebrate the family-friendly release of this new animated picture for kids, entertainment industry families like Tori Spelling, Dean McDermott and four of their five kids joined in the fun carnival atmosphere.

HOW TO ENTER GIVEAWAY

Enter to WIN this awesome 16-piece prize pack of movie collectibles I received at the World Premiere. Lots of fun official Emoji Movie stuff, you can't buy anywhere. As a souvenir, I'm even throwing in my pair of used, but mint condition The Emoji Movie World Premiere tickets for the lucky winner.



Prize pack includes:
  • 2 Movie T-shirts (L)
  • 4 emoji face mask photo props
  • 1 Poop Beach Ball
  • 1 Gene Beach Ball
  • 2 Emoji Movie paperback books
  • 2 light up emoji headbands
  • 2 plush emoji headbands 
  • Souvenir World Premiere Tickets 
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Don't miss MommyBlogExpert's The Emoji Movie review why Moms and Dads should consider taking the kids to see this movie now showing in theaters nationwide. 

FTC Disclosure: I was hosted by Sony Pictures for The Emoji Movie pre-party, red carpet and World Premiere and was gifted everything pictured to be given away in the associated giveaway. Opinions here are MBE's own. See complete FTC Disclosure that appears at the bottom of MBE's home page and at the bottom of every individual post including this one.

Twinkle Just Dance Kids Music Video Review

Music


Don't Miss the Kid Friendly Video Below


Moms and Dads: Heard all the buzz about singer Twinkle? Raising young children now, looking for a refreshing up and coming family-friendly musical act which is hip and fun, as well as inspiring and wholesome for the generation growing up right now? Then Twinkle Time And Friends might
just be what you've been searching for. 


Twinkle Time Kids Music Video


High energy and colorful vocalist Twinkle, AKA Alitzah is no newbie, she has been singing and entertaining since she was eight-years old. You may even remember her from the sitcoms Sanchez of Bel Air (USA Network) and My 2 Dads (NBC). Formerly a member of Nobody's Angel, she opened along with her group for Britney Spears and The Backstreet Boys. She also has sung on popular music soundtracks for movies such as Parent Trap, Pokemon, The Wedding Planner, 102 Dalmatians, and Princess Diaries -- the latter film for which the ensemble won a gold record for two songs.

It's an exciting time right now with the current concert tour promoting Twinkle's upcoming family and children's album. A series of seven summer concerts are scheduled starting July 30, 2017 in California as well as at the charming Sweetwater County Fair in Rock Springs, Wyoming (see schedule below). The upcoming Twinkle Just Dance album, set for release September 15, is self-described as a highly charged rhythmic collection of dance hits kids and families will enjoy. 


Twinkle Just Dance Kids Music Video Star

After listening to her Just Dance cover song myself now, I couldn't agree more with that self-assessment. It's easy to see how much Twinkle has embraced a wonderful fusion of Peruvian traditional and American pop culture through her bilingual Spanish-English educational and entertaining material. It's why her multi-generational appeal to US family and kid's audiences appears to be on the rise, too. The highly anticipated Spanish version of Just Dance follows soon after and is scheduled for release spring 2018.

But, don't just take my word for it. Get a peek at what's going to be on the new album and see this diva in sing and dance. Watch her perform the just-released album cover Just Dance in this music video and see if you agree. Then, once you've approved of the music video, I encourage you to enjoy it again (maybe even more than once) with your kids.



Twinkle Time 
Performance Highlights
Summer 2017

July 30 - Levitt Pavilion, Los Angeles
Aug. 1-5 - Sweetwater County Fair, Rock Springs, WY
Aug. 10 Balboa Library, San Diego
Aug. 15 - Logan Heights Library, San Diego
Aug. 24 - The Grove, Los Angeles
Sept. 6-10 - San Benito County Fair, Tres Pinos, CA
Sept. 21 - The Grove, Los Angeles



About Twinkle

Learn more by visiting Twinkle's official website, as well as following Twinkle Time and Friends on Twitter, Facebook, YouTube and Instagram.

FTC Disclosure: No compensation was exchanged in association with this post. Opinions here are MBE's own. See complete FTC Disclosure that appears at the bottom of MBE's home page and at the bottom of every individual post including this one.

BBQ Automatic Grill Cleaning Robot Review

Outdoor Living


 Automatically Cleans While You Relax



Like many MBE readers, having more leisure time with family and friends, combined with grilling food on the backyard barbecue, is one of my favorite things about summer. You might even be imagining the delicious smell of a BBQ cooking something right now. I know I sure was as I was writing this post today! 


hot dogs corn peppers on outdoor BBQ


MBE partnered with Grillbot, post contains Amazon affiliate links


An American Love Affair With Barbeque


Whether you're a carnivore, vegetarian or vegan, all of us who like to BBQ agree that delicious grilled food and enjoying the outdoors are two of the season's most pleasurable pastimes. Apparently we are in good company: according to the Hearth, Patio & Barbecue Association 75% of Americans own outdoor grills. For sure, for many of us nothing compares to food cooked on an outdoor grill and enjoying it with friends and family

Who Hates to Clean the Grill?


But what about that grimy grill? I thought so. If you are the BBQ chef at your house (and/or designated grill scrubber) I bet there's something else we can agree on: cleaning the barbecue is one of the least favorite chores of summer. 

Yet, it's a necessity that no one should ever skip, since preparing meat, fish and produce on a clean grill is essential to our families' health. So why let this annoying task ruin your love of barbecuing when there's a trusty robot who can do the dirty work while you relax? 


How to Have the Best BBQ


Let a Robot Scrub Your BBQ for You


Meet Grillbot (ARV $99.95), the world's first automatic grill cleaning robot. This is consumer technology at its best, when a product like does the grungy work for us automatically, freeing us for more time to enjoy life's special moments with family and friends. Not to mention all that heavenly grilled food.


US Flag with Grillbot Grill Cleaning Robot


Grillbot Automatic Grill Cleaning Robot



A fully-automated grill cleaning device, the Grillbot is as easy to use as pushing a single button to start the robotic scrubbing process. Thanks to its computerized brain (CPU), the speed and direction of the scrubbing operates automatically. The cool gadget works well on virtually all BBQ styles, sizes and shapes  and can be used on hot or cold grills up to 250 degrees F.

The grill cleaning robot's built-in LCD alarm and timer makes it possible to set cleaning time for 10, 20 or 30 minutes, depending on how much scrubbing is needed. No need to worry about overdoing it, either. The alarm sounds and the unit shuts off automatically if it accidentally gets too hot. 

Another plus is the removable, dishwasher safe brass bristles which come pre-installed in this wonder cleaning gadget. Stainless steel and nylon brushe options are also available for deeper or more gentle cleaning. But do be especially careful when removing these bristles for cleaning as they can be sharp. Also remember: this is a tool, not a toy, so it should not be left where children have access to it, even when it is not being used to clean your grill.



Grillbot Grill Robot


Available in four colors, black (like the featured product received to facilitate this review), red, orange and blue, the Grillbot comes with a rechargeable lithium battery with AC adapter. So, you won't have to make an unscheduled stop at the store to by fresh traditional batteries.


Makes a Thoughtful All-Ocassion Gift


The Grillbot, widely available in-store and on Amazon, would make a great gift for the BBQ king or queen in your life. It's also a great present to give as a house warming gift, for birthdays, Mother's and Father's Day, Graduation, and even the holidays since many BBQ enthusiasts now like to grill outside year-round, even when there's snow on the ground.




About Grillbot


Grillbot is the innovation of Ethan Woods who was frustrated with cleaning his stubborn barbecue grill. So he took out a power drill, attached a brush and cleaned the grill grates with ease. Then he put together a design team to turn that makeshift drill into the computer-driven Grillbot which has sold more than 100,000 units to date in the US as well as is now being marketed abroad in Russia, Australia, Canada and Brazil. In addition to the Grillbot, other products available include the Grillbot Pro, an even more advanced grill cleaning robot; the Grillbot carrying case; brass, stainless and nylon replacement brushes and more. Learn all about what this grill cleaning robot can do for you by visiting the brand's official site, as well as following them on social media.

MBE participates in the Amazon affiliate program and we receive a bit of compensation when a purchase is made on Amazon, at no extra cost to the buyer

FTC Disclosure: The brand provided MommyBlogExpert with the featured Grillbot to facilitate this review. However, opinions here are MBE's own. See complete FTC Disclosure that appears at the bottom of MBE's home page and at the bottom of every individual post including this one.

Twitter Party Calendar July 23 - July 29 Parties w/ Prizes Constant Updates


Twitter Parties



Constant Updates, Keep Checking Back + Sneak Peek at Future Weeks

Master Twitter Party Calendar - Including USA & Canada


Here's how to find Twitter Parties offering great prizes. 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. Check back often 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 Instagram parties with prizes, too.


Be the first to know when the latest MommyBlogExpert Twitter Party schedule goes live by subscribing to this blog and following MBE on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram. Unless indicated otherwise, parties are for U.S. residents only. Parties for Canada residents are highlighted in purple.


THIS WEEK


Tuesday, July 25

Minute Lunch Twitter Party at Noon-12:30 pm ET with @swaywithsway. Prizes: TBA. #MinuteLunch RSVP

The Splenda Zero Brand Twitter Party at 2 pm ET with @crowdtappersPrizes: $750 in giftcards. #SplendaZero RSVP

Papa Murphys Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @papamurphysPrizes: TWO (2) $25 giftcards. #SummerAt425 RSVP

Cesar Fave Flavor Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @influenstervox. Prizes: MegaBoxes. #CesarFaveFlavor RSVP 

Wicked Confident Goodness Circle Tom's of Maine Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @momfindsout @momspark. Prizes: TBA. #WickedConfident #GoodnessCircle Details

Wednesday, July 26

Fulton Fresh Twitter Party at 10 pm ET with @seemomclick @fultonfish and others. Prizes: $600 in prizes. #FultonFresh RSVP

Thursday, July 27

Fazoli's Fresh Twitter Party at 11 am ET with @swaywithsway. Prizes: TWO (2) $50 VISA giftcards, ONE (1) $200 VISA GC. #FazolisFresh #NaturallyItalian RSVP

Brooklyn Beans Roast Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @jenannrodriques @brooklynbeans1. Prizes: THREE (3) 4 count Brooklyn Beans Coffee. Grand Prize 12 count Brooklyn Beans Coffee. RSVP

Luvo Spark Change Twitter Party at 7 pm ET with @luvoinc. Prizes: Luvo products and SWAG - Canada residents ONLY eligible for prizes. #SparkChange RSVP

Get Dove Clean Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @dovemencare @lifeofdadshow. Prizes: FIVE (5) $50 Costco giftcards. #GetDoveClean Details

Friday, July 28

XPV Skateboard Twitter Party at 11 am ET with @jakkstoys @thetoyinsider. Prizes: FOUR  (4) XPV Skateboards, ONE (1) Grand Prize winner gets an XPV Skateboard + XPV Groot + XPV Spiderman Web Wheelie. #XPVskateboard RSVP

Dove at CVS Hair Talk Facebook Live Party at 3 pm ET. Prizes: MegaBoxes. RSVP


NEXT WEEK

Wednesday, August 2

Back to School Goals Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @dawnchats @mommytalkshow and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Walmart giftcard, FIVE (5) $100 Walmart GCs. #BacktoSchoolGoals RSVP

AZO In Control Twitter Party at 2 pm ET with @smiley360. Prizes: SIXTEEN (16) $25 gifcards. #AZOInControl RSVP

Thursday, August 3

PPL Summer Savers Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @seemomclick @pplelectric and others. Prizes: Totally over $300+ in prizes, including FIVE (5) Family Fun prize packs, ONE (1) Grand Prize $200 American Express giftcard. #PPLSummerSavers RSVP



COMING SOON

TBA

About this Weekly Twitter Party List

Compiled by MommyBlogExpert.com, Master Twitter Party Calendar is the most comprehensive, constantly updated 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@janiselspas.com




Hire MBE to Plan, Promote and/or
Host Your Twitter Party


Want to hire MommyBlogExpert for your next Twitter Party? 


Email janis@janiselspas.com with "Twitter Party Consulting" in subject line and we'll be glad to prepare a free customized proposal for your brand.


FTC Disclosure: MommyBlogExpert does attend some Twitter Parties as a guest and works as a consultant, host, co-host and/or panelist for others. 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 page including this one.

Twitter Party Calendar July 16 - July 22

Twitter Parties


Master Twitter Party Calendar with Prizes for US, Canada


Here's how to find Twitter Parties offering great prizes. 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. Check back often 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 Instagram parties with prizes, too.

Be the first to know when the latest MommyBlogExpert Twitter Party schedule goes live by subscribing to this blog and following MBE on Twitter, Facebook, Pinterest and Instagram. Unless indicated otherwise, parties are for U.S. residents only. Parties for Canada residents are highlighted in purple.


THIS WEEK


AD #TheBreakdown Twitter Party


Monday, July 17

Ultra Strong Mom Twitter Party at 11 am ET with @swaywithsway. Prizes: TWO (2) $50 Amazon giftcards, ONE (1) $200 Amazon GC. #UltraStrongMom

Traveling Mom Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @travelingmoms @kimorlando and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $150 The Walking Company giftcard. #TMom #TLENJ

Tuesday, July 18

The Pantene Pro-V Gold Series Instagram Party with Influenster from 9 am to 8 pm ET. Prizes: Mega VoxBoxes

The Breakdown Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @baparisauthor @thedealmatch @ellenblogs @mommyblogexpert @rachelferrucci @zipporahs @crissybeam. Prizes: Grand Prize $100 The Cat's Pajamas giftcard, plus multiple prizes such as copies of the book The Breakdown and more - see RSVP for complete prize descriptions. #TheBreakdown

Summer is for Savings Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @familymobile @gingercasa1 and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Walmart giftcard, FIVE (5) prize packs with $100 Walmart GC + Samsung J3 Luna Pro Phone. #SummerIsForSavings

Maybelline CityMinis Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @influenstervox. Prizes: Mega VoxBoxes. #CityMinis


Wednesday, July 19

The Clairol Professional Liquicolor Instagram Contest with Influenster from 9 am ET today till 9 am ET on 7/20. Prizes: Mega VoxBoxes

TTPM Twitter Party at 1 pm ET with @ttpm. Prizes: Fun toys for kids - see details link for prize list. #TTPMlive

Haymakers Party Twitter Party at 2 pm ET with @smiley360. Prizes: SIXTEEN (16) winners get a Turkey Hill prize pack. #HaymakersParty

Slice of Summer Twitter Party at 4 pm ET with @produceforkids @watermelonboard and others. Prizes: TBA. #SliceofSummer

Love With Food Twitter Party at 7 pm ET with @lovewithfood. Prizes: TBA. #LoveWithFood

Thursday, July 20

The Lancome Monsieur Big Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @influenstervox. Prizes: Mega VoxBoxes. #MonsieurBig

TTC with Stork Twitter Party at 8 pm ET with @kbwhiskey @storkbyrinovum. Prizes: $50 VISA giftcards every 15 minutes, ONE (1) Grand Prize Stork OTC Twin Pack + $50 VISA GC. #TTCwithStork

Beat Bugs Twitter Party at 9 pm ET with @blogginmamas @enzasbargains and others. Prizes: ONE (1) $50 Netflix GC + product ARV $55.99, TWO (2) prize packs with $100 Netflix gifcard + product ARV $105.99, TWO (2) prize packs with $100 Target GC + product ARV $129.99, ONE (1) prize pack with $250 Target GC + product ARV $370 - see RSVP link for complete prize list. #BeatBugs

Friday, July 21

Leap Frog VTech Twitter Party at 11 am ET with @leapfrog @thetoyinsider. Prizes: FOUR (4) winners get Leap Frog tablets + 3-month Leap Frog Academy subscription; ONE (1) Grand Prize winner gets all of that + $40 digital download gift card. #LeapFrogAcademy

Mobile Living Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with the Mobile Living team, Prizes: TBA. #MobileLiving Stay tuned - details will be posted here when available


NEXT WEEK

Tuesday, July 25

The Splenda Zero Brand Twitter Party at 2 pm ET with @crowdtappers. Prizes: $750 in giftcards. #SplendaZero

Papa Murphys Twitter Party at 3 pm ET with @papamurphys. Prizes: TWO (2) $25 giftcards. #PapaMurphys

Wednesday, July 26

Fulton Fresh Twitter Party at 10 pm ET with @seemomclick @fultonfish and others. Prizes: $600 in prizes. #FultonFresh

Thursday, July 27

Fazoli's Fresh Twitter Party at 11 am ET with @swaywithsway. Prizes: TWO (2) $50 VISA giftcards, ONE (1) $200 VISA GC. #FazolisFresh #NaturallyItalian



COMING SOON

TBA

About this Weekly Twitter Party List

Compiled by MommyBlogExpert.com, Master Twitter Party Calendar is the most comprehensive, constantly updated 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




Hire MBE to Plan, Promote and/or
Host Your Twitter Party


Want to hire MommyBlogExpert for your next Twitter Party? 


Email janis at janiselspas.com with "Twitter Party Consulting" in subject line and we'll be glad to prepare a free customized proposal for your brand.


FTC Disclosure: MommyBlogExpert does attend some Twitter Parties as a guest and works as a consultant, host, co-host and/or panelist for others. Except for the 7/18/17 #TheBreakdown 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.