Recap of National Caramel Day Event on April 5 with Werther’s Original
*We were invited by Werther’s Original to attend and post about this event* Today was “National Caramel Day”, and we celebrated by visiting a special one-day, POP-UP event at the Santa Monica Pier sponsored by Werther’s Original and Hasbro. My kid and her friend played on a “life-size” Candy Land game board, with real treats at […]
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FARM RICH Cooking with TASTY Event at The Gourmandise School Santa Monica
TASTY invited WestsideMommy.com to a cooking class at The Gourmandise School in Santa Monica. I sent my two top foodie friends, Kristy and Toby, to cover it (and enjoy the evening). Read their experiences below. Toby Lowenfels People with more than one mouth to feed are required to cook at a superhuman pace, making the […]
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Whole Foods Market 365 Santa Monica Opens Aug. 9
Yesterday, I attended the press preview of Whole Foods Market 365 Santa Monica. Located on Pico and Cloverfield, Whole Foods Market 365 aims to deliver high quality products without any artificial colors, sweeteners or preservatives. It’s a space with plenty of quick “grab and go” options, easy-to-read signage, and also a place to hang out or […]
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Q&A with nature and play-based MEADOW PRESCHOOL, now enrolling for Fall 2017
[This is a sponsored post. Photos provided by Meadow Preschool] Last week, I attended an open house for the brand-new preschool in Santa Monica: MEADOW PRESCHOOL. Located on 26th street, this learning center is play-based and nature-based, for children between the ages of 2 years and 9 months through 6 years old. Co-owned by best friends since preschool Bridget […]
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A day in Santa Monica that starts off with Donuts
I like it when an unplanned day turns out well. Today was one of those days. This morning, husband said, “Let’s go to Sidecar Doughnuts.” I never turn down an offer to eat doughnuts (which I mistakenly(?) hashtagged #donut), especially at a place I’ve never been. I’m glad we went because it was quite a delicious experience: […]
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Shrek the Musical at the Morgan Wixson Theatre in Santa Monica is fun for the family
Today, my family and I watched the opening day of Shrek The Musical at Santa Monica’s Morgan-Wixson Theatre. It was presented by the Youth Education/Entertainment Series (Y.E.S.), which is part of the Morgan-Wixson Theatre’s commitment to engaging young audiences, training young talent, and supporting literacy. Here are three reasons to watch Shrek The Musical Creative […]
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Seven Reasons Why you should see a Women’s Health Physical Therapist during and after pregnancy
This post is sponsored by Pelvica Physical Therapy Women’s health physical therapy is at the top of my list of “Things I wish I knew about when I was pregnant.” My pregnancy was very uncomfortable – I suffered from carpal tunnel syndrome, sciatic pain, and a slew of other common discomforts related to pregnancy. If […]
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Shrek the Musical at Morgan Wixson Theatre in Santa Monica
SHREK, THE MUSICAL is based on the DreamWorks film that started it all, brings the hilarious story of everyone’s favorite ogre to life on stage. In a faraway kingdom turned upside down, things get ugly when an unseemly ogre – not a handsome prince – shows up to rescue a feisty princess. Throw in a […]
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The Cat in the Hat play in Santa Monica
Dr. Seuss’s The Cat in the Hat When: July 11 – July 26, Saturdays and Sundays at 11am Based on the book by Dr. Seuss Play Originally Produced by the National Theatre of Great Britain Adapted and Originally Directed by Katie Mitchell Directed by Joseph Moretti Produced by Christine Brewer and Kimberly Venable From the moment […]
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Interview with Beverley Mitchell and Pics from #ChalkFullOfFun
Giant mural at Santa Monica Pier celebrates art, supports good cause http://t.co/rT2UAmNSjv pic.twitter.com/sFLjaKQYOY — ABC7 Eyewitness News (@ABC7) May 19, 2015 Last Tuesday, May 19th, 2015, I attended the FREE #ChalkFullOfFun event at the Santa Monica Pier. Celebrity mom and actress Beverley Mitchell (7th Heaven) teamed up with RoseArt and created a giant “football field-sized” […]
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