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Santa Monica Festival Celebrates 20th Anniversary This Saturday May 7, 2011

Posted on 03. May, 2011 by Hollywood Mom.

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Commemorating its 20th year, the Santa Monica Festival has evolved into a celebration of the unique intersection of art and the environment. On Saturday May 7, 2011 from 11:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m., you can celebrate Mother Earth with your Mom for a most memorable Mother’s Day weekend complete with an eclectic mix of live music and dance, art workshops utilizing recycled and repurposed materials, and vendors featuring earth-friendly artistic wares.

Fresh, local foods will be from an assortment of food trucks, including Mexican, Indian and Asian cuisines. Cooking demonstrations by Chefs and Farmers will be on-going throughout the day. Attendees will have an opportunity to take part in a community flash mob, brought to you by Dance Attack , the Sweat Spot Dancers and led by Ryan Heffington. An array of environmental organizations will be sharing their wealth of knowledge and tips about living sustainably.

According to the festival’s producer Katie Bergen, “The festival embodies both the pulsating energy and compassion that the City of Santa Monica has always emitted, but with a new twist!” Allison Ostrovsky, Cultural Affairs Supervisor for the City of Santa Monica adds, “The City is excited to be reimagining this community jewel presenting the 20^th anniversary festival.”

The City of Santa Monica’s Cultural Affairs Division and Office of Sustainability and the Environment (OSE) present the Santa Monica Festival. Cultural Affairs supports the arts, culture and the creative economy in Santa Monica. OSE is charged with protecting the environment and safeguarding the public health to create a more sustainable future. Festival producer, Community Arts Resources (CARS) designs, installs and oversees a myriad of cultural events and has been dubbed by the New York Times as “Los Angeles’ preeminent festival producer”. The festival is sponsored by Chobani Greek Yogurt, Crunchies Food Company, SOYJOY, Numi Organic Tea and Wyndham Vacation Resorts.

The Santa Monica Festival, a solar-powered, near zero-waste event, is free and open to all ages. The event is held at Clover Park, 2600 Ocean Park Blvd., between Cloverfield Blvd. and 28th Street. Free and ample parking is available but in the eco-spirit, attendees are encouraged to take public transportation, walk or bike. Santa Monica’s Big Blue Bus Line 8 serves Clover Park. This year’s festivities include a free and safe Bike Valet located at 25th Street south of Ocean Park Blvd. Clover Park is wheelchair accessible. For more information please visit www.smgov.net/festival.

Download the FLYER here.

You can find the Santa Monica Festival online:
http://www.facebook.com/pages/Santa-Monica-Festival/165401350179873
http://twitter.com/SantaMonicaFest
http://www.smgov.net/festival

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Looking Ahead Program’s Next Coffee and Conversation Parent Group This Thursday, April 21, 2011

Posted on 19. Apr, 2011 by Editor Tracy Bobbitt.

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Heather Vanian LCSW and Laura Campbell

Hey Hollywood Moms & Dads, Just a reminder that the ACTORS FUND/ LOOKING AHEAD PROGRAM’s next Coffee and Conversation parent group will be held on Thursday, April 21, 2011, from 10:30am-12:00pm. Please RSVP to Heather if you plan to attend. To sign up for the group, please go www.lookingaheadprogram.org and RSVP through your account. Parking is validated, and light refreshments and snacks will be served.

Looking Ahead Program, 5757 Wilshire Blvd. Suite 400 | Los Angeles, CA 90036, 323-933-9244, ext.22

The Actors Fund for everyone in entertainment www.actorsfund.org and www.lookingaheadprogram.org

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Revamped Beverly Hills Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf 3/23 Sales to Benefit Red Cross Japanese Relief Efforts

Posted on 22. Mar, 2011 by Editor Tracy Bobbitt.

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THE COFFEE BEAN & TEA LEAF® DEBUTS NEW STORE DESIGN OF BEVERLY HILLS LOCATION WEDNESDAY, MARCH 23, 2011, 5:30AM – 8:00PM
Portion of the Proceeds from grand re-opening sales will go to Red Cross’ Japanese Relief Efforts

WHAT:

This Wednesday, The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf® will unveil its newest Gensler-design concept, Lounge, at the grand re-opening of its Beverly Hills location on North Beverly Drive. Providing customers with an upscale contemporary décor, with the same hand-crafted quality of products they are accustomed to from the SoCal-based specialty coffee and tea retailer, the store’s new features include:

An indoor/outdoor fireplace, which provides warmth to the outdoor seating area and a relaxing ambiance to the store interior;
The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf’s hand-crafted oatmeal and frozen swirl station, with choice of fresh toppings
And a 225 square-foot area, staffed with an expert coffee concierge, which features the new CBTL™ product line

In addition to enjoying the new ambience, guests in attendance will have a chance to win their very own CBTL™ Single Serve Beverage System. Also, 10% OF THE DAY’S SALES WILL GO TO SUPPORT THE AMERICAN RED CROSS LOS ANGELES REGION’S RELIEF EFFORTS IN JAPAN

WHEN:

Wednesday, March 23, 2011

5:30AM: store opens

10:00AM: Ribbon cutting with Beverly Hills Mayor, Jimmy Delshad

8AM-11AM: JACK-FM on site to host giveaways

WHERE:

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf®

445 N Beverly Drive

Beverly Hills, CA 90210

(310) 278-1865

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FREE Tickets to Disney TV Shows “A.N.T. FARM” and “SO RANDOM!”

Posted on 22. Mar, 2011 by Editor Tracy Bobbitt.

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Hey Hollywood Mom Blog readers, thanks to Majestic Actors, Free tickets are available for the taping of the new show A.N.T. FARM (Disney) on Friday, April 1, 2011!
*MINIMUM AGE 10-18 (PARENTS WELCOME)
*HOLLYWOOD CENTER STUDIO-HOLLYWOOD

A new comedy for Disney Channel starring China McClain (“House of Payne”) as middle schooler Chyna Sparks, a music prodigy who gets into a gifted program, Accelerated Natural Talent, at the local high school. She, along with her fellow ANTS, must now navigate the halls of high school where they’re not particularly fond of grade-skipping newbies. In addition to McClain, “Ant Farm” includes a roster of talented young actors: Sierra McCormick (“Ramona and Beezus”), Jake Short (“Dexter”) and Stefanie Scott (“Flipped”).

Free tickets are available for Tuesday, April 5, 2011 to see a taping of the hit show, SONNY WITH A CHANCE (aka SO RANDOM)

*MINIMUM AGE 10-18 Parents Welcome
*HOLLYWOOD CENTER STUDIOS-HOLLYWOOD

Starring : Tiffany Thornton (Disney Channel’s “Hatching Pete”) as Tawni Hart; Sterling Knight (“17 Again”) as Chad Dylan Cooper; Brandon Mychal Smith (Disney Channel’s “Phil of the Future”) as Nico Harris; Doug Brochu (“iCarly”) as Grady Mitchell; and Allisyn Ashley Arm (“Dive Olly Dive!”) as Zora Lancaster. Recurring cast members include Nancy McKeon (“Facts of Life,” “The Division”) as Connie Munroe, and Michael Kostroff (“The Wire”) as executive producer Marshall Pike.

To request tickets for either show, please email : talent@majesticactors.com

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FREE TICKETS to NICK Show “BUCKET & SKINNER’S EPIC ADVENTURES

Posted on 07. Mar, 2011 by Editor Tracy Bobbitt.

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FREE TICKETS TO SHOW TAPING: BUCKET & SKINNER’S EPIC ADVENTURES – NICKELODEON
TUESDAY 3/29/11
FROM 4:00 – 9:00 PM

Age: 10- 18 yrs old (parents are welcome)

“Bucket and Skinners Epic Adventures” follows the escapades of two best friend surfers on their quest for awesomeness in the beach town of Pacific Bluffs, California. While Bucket (Taylor Gray) is a 15 year old Freshman who has his sites set on taking high school by storm, making the surf team, becoming class President and dating his lifetime crush, Kelly, an upperclassman, Skinner (Dillon Lane) his lifelong buddy, is completely satisfied just eating tacos and catching waves. Whether it s dealing with the arrogant sophomore bully, Aloe, (Glenn McCuen) trying not to be outwitted by Kelly’s conniving little sister, Piper (Tiffany Espensen) or just hanging out at Bucket’s Uncle’s surf shop, these two friends are inseparable. They may not be the smartest guys in the world, but nothing is going to stop them from living the Southern California dream. A new buddy comedy for Nickelodeon about two best friend surfer dudes on a never-ending quest for awesomeness.

Filmed at Sunset Bronson Studios, 5842 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, CA.

To request tickets please email : talent@majesticactors.com

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Search Warrant Issued for Former Child Star Lindsay Lohan’s Home

Posted on 02. Feb, 2011 by Hollywood Mom.

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I subscribe to a great service in Los Angeles called Nixle, which sends out alerts from the LAPD headquarters about breaking crimes relevant to the area. It’s a great tool for determining when a specific area might be backed up with traffic due to a lock down or a crime of some sort – an essential tool for a Los Angeles momager who’s always on the road carting her kid from one audition to the next. Well, imagine my surprise when this Nixle message was sent to my phone this morning:

“A community message has been issued by the LAPD Headquarters, Wednesday February 2, 2011 7:46 AM PST

LAPD Detectives Investigate Theft of Necklace

Los Angeles: On January 22, 2011, a one of a kind necklace, valued at 2,500 dollars, was taken from a jewelry store in the Venice area of Los Angeles.

As part of the Grand Theft investigation, Detectives with the Los Angeles Police Department’s Pacific Area obtained a search warrant on February 1, 2011, for
actress Lindsay Lohan’s Venice residence, to search for the necklace. Prior to service of the warrant, the necklace was returned to Pacific Detectives.

The case is currently under investigation.

Anyone with information is asked to contact Crimestoppers at 1-800-222-TIPS (800-222-8477). For full details, go to https://local.nixle.com/alert/4646780/?sub_id=454219″

People Magazine online further reports that Lohan continues to be on probation and remains under random drug testing in her ongoing DUI case. She faces a Feb. 25 progress review hearing and is also currently under investigation by Riverside County prosecutors for allegedly battering a Betty Ford employee.

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Hollywood Mom Blog Parties with Elmo & Curious George at the PBS SoCal Launch Party at Jim Henson Studios

Posted on 29. Jan, 2011 by Editor Tracy Bobbitt.

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HMB Writer Michele Dahl with daughter Shelby and PBS super star, Elmo

On this beautiful, January day in Hollywood, my daughter Shelby and I had the pleasure of lunching with one of the most fabulous, endearing, furry celebrities in town… that’s right, Elmo himself! Hollywood Mom Blog was invited to the Jim Henson Company Studios to celebrate the launch of PBS SoCal and all of the most fabulous stars were in attendance – Elmo from Sesame Street, Curious George, Sid of Sid the Science Kid, Buddy from Dinosaur Train, and Martha from Martha Speaks.

Once upon a time I dreamt of spending lazy afternoons poolside at the Chateau Marmont with hotshots from the Hollywood “It list.” Now that I’m a mom, I’ve traded in my celebrity meet ‘n greet wish list for the company of life-size, plush characters. Sigh. I suppose I should appreciate it while it lasts because in a few short years, my 3 year-old daughter Shelby will be a tween and we’ll most likely be attending boy-band concerts and chasing down the Hannah Montana of the moment. In any event, Shelby was thrilled to meet her favorite PBS television characters and this will be a day that we can both look back on with a smile.

KOCE has taken over as the top PBS station in Southern California and is now called PBS SoCal, and to celebrate the transition from KOCE-TV to PBS SoCal, Mel Rogers (President of PBS SoCal) and Lisa Henson (CEO of the Jim Henson Company) gathered all of our favorite characters from the PBS KIDS show roster for a performance, lunch and tons of fun.

PBS SoCal serves the Los Angeles, Orange, Ventura and San Bernardino Counties in California with entertaining educational programming and award-winning children’s shows like Sesame Street, Sid the Science Kid and Dinosaur Train. Shelby just loved being having her picture taken with her favorite monkey, Curious George, and this mama was thrilled at the chance to be photographed with the one and only Elmo and puppeteer Kevin Clash. I mean really… who doesn’t love Elmo?! Even celebrity mom Megyn Price brought her daughter out to join the festivities!

Hollywood Mom Blog would like to thank PBS SoCal for including us in such a fun-filled afternoon at the Jim Henson Studios. Our readers and their kidlets will definitely be tuning into PBS SoCal for all of their beloved children’s shows!

HMB Writer/Reviewer Michele Dahl is mom of pint-sized models Shelby and Cash Dahl. You can follow her on Twitter too at @Elle_Renee

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Free Tickets for Disney TV Show Taping of “Kickin’ It!” and Nickelodeon’s TV Show “Bucket & Skinners Epic Adventures!”

Posted on 27. Jan, 2011 by Editor Tracy Bobbitt.

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Majestic Actors has free tickets for kids ages 11-18 and their parents to see studio tapings of the Disney TV show “KICKIN IT” for next Tuesday 2/1/11 at 4:00 to 9:00 p.m. at Hollywood Center Studios and the new Nickelodeon TV show called “Bucket and Skinners Epic Adventures” for ages 10-18 years old at the Sunset Bronson Studios in Hollywood. Email Karla at talent@majesticactors.com for details and tell her Hollywood Mom Blog sent you!

Kickin' It!

KICKIN’ IT! is a new live action comedy for Disney XD set at the Bobby Wasabi Martial Arts Academy, a strip mall martial arts studio and worst dojo in the under performing nationwide Bobby Wasabi chain. There, a ragtag crew of lovable misfits welcomes a hotshot skateboarder named Jack, who will teach a group of neighborhood goofballs about life, karate and how to just plain kick it. The Bobby Wasabi Martial Arts Academy is in danger of closing until Sensei Rudy recruits Jack, the only person who can restore glory to Bobby Wasabii and vanquish their bitter rival The Golden Dragon. Jack reluctantly joins the dojo and meets his new crew, tough guy and slacker Jerry, awkward yet confident Milton and the lovable and uncoordinated Eddie. These underdogs soon realize their newfound friendship will take them places they never quite imagined. Starring are Jason Earles (“Hannah Montana”) as Rudy, Leo Howard (Disney Channel’s short-form series “Leo Little’s Big Show”) as Jack, Mateo Arias (“Cold Case,” “Hannah Montana,”) as Jerry, Dylan Riley Snyder (“Life During Wartime”) as Milton, Alex Jones as Eddie and Olivia Holt (“Black & Blue”) as Kim.

“Bucket and Skinners Epic Adventures” follows the escapades of two best friend surfers on their quest for awesomeness in the beach town of Pacific Bluffs, California. While Bucket (Taylor Gray) is a 15 year old Freshman who has his sites set on taking high school by storm, making the surf team, becoming class President and dating his lifetime crush, Kelly, an upperclassman, Skinner (Dillon Lane) his lifelong buddy, is completely satisfied just eating tacos and catching waves. Whether it s dealing with the arrogant sophomore bully, Aloe, (Glenn McCuen) trying not to be outwitted by Kelly’s conniving little sister, Piper (Tiffany Espensen) or just hanging out at Bucket’s Uncle’s surf shop, these two friends are inseparable. They may not be the smartest guys in the world, but nothing is going to stop them from living the Southern California dream. A new buddy comedy for Nickelodeon about two best friend surfer dudes on a never-ending quest for awesomeness.

Filmed at Sunset Bronson Studios 5842 Sunset Blvd., Hollywood, CA.

Non-Pay. Free Tickets to live taping only. Parents Welcome. Please contact Majestic quickly to reserve yourself a space!

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The Hollywood Life: Hollywood Mom Blog Makes the LA Times Film Section!

Posted on 05. Dec, 2010 by Editor Tracy Bobbitt.

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As reported a couple of weeks ago, HMB covered and attended the premiere of “The Nutcracker in 3D.” Until last week, my strongest memories of the evening were of my wonderful HMB entourage who assisted in every way possible to make the coverage a success, Elle Fanning’s graciousness and incredible poise on the red carpet and the watchful eye of Fanning’s agent Cindy Osbrink, (rep of both Fanning sisters, Atticus Shaffer and Colin Ford among others) whose demeanor with her client was so protective and motherly that I actually mistook her for Elle’s mother Joy. Only when I reviewed my photos later in the evening did I realize I was talking to none other than the iconic Osbrink herself. Oops.

Now those three memories are in strong competition with this singular one: I was quoted for the advertising campaign which has appeared in the Los Angeles Times daily since last Wednesday. I’ll admit it has me on a Siskel and Ebert or Ebert and Roper kind of high (Two thumbs up!), an experience and honor I never desired but now that it’s arrived, is pretty cool. That’s it – just wanted to share another amazing adventure on this ride of being the Hollywood Mom and to thank all of you for joining me.

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Disney On Ice Presents “LET’S CELEBRATE!” 2010 Holiday Ice Show

Posted on 23. Nov, 2010 by Editor Tracy Bobbitt.

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Come Join The Party In the Southland, December 15, 2010 – January 9, 2011. In Keeping with our favorite Disney Holiday tradition, Hollywood Mom Blog is promoting the 2010 Disney on Ice Show, “Let’s Celebrate!”

WHAT: Make an ordinary day extraordinary when Disney On Ice presents Let’s Celebrate! brings more than 50 Disney characters to the Southland for one colossal party on ice! This all-new, high-energy show features a magical medley of holidays, celebrations and festivals from around the globe and is set to a blend of contemporary music and favorite Disney songs.
WHERE: Produced by Feld Entertainment, Disney On Ice presents Let’s Celebrate! is scheduled for performances throughout the Greater Los Angeles area including STAPLES Center, Los Angeles; Honda Center, Anaheim; Citizens Business Bank Arena, Ontario; and Long Beach Arena, Long Beach. Join Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse as they as they celebrate “the most wonderful time of the year” with a winter wonderland featuring Woody, Jessie and Buzz Lightyear; plus other fun-filled holidays including a Very Merry UnBirthday Party with Alice and the Mad Hatter; a Royal Valentine’s Day Ball with the Disney Princesses; Mardi Gras with Princess Tiana and Prince Naveen; a Cherry Blossom Festival with Minnie Mouse; a Hawaiian luau with Lilo & Stitch; a Halloween haunt with the Disney Villains; and more in the celebration of the century! Disney On Ice presents Let’s Celebrate! will be a memorable and uplifting experience for the whole family to enjoy. Download the flier here.

WHEN: Wednesday, December 15, 2010 – Sunday, January 9, 2011
Dates & Locations:
Los Angeles – Staples Center: Wednesday, December 15 – Sunday, December 19

1111 South Figueroa Street, Los Angeles 90015
o Wednesday, December 15 – 7:30pm
o Thursday, December 16 – 7:30pm
o Friday, December 17 – 11:00am, 7:30pm
o Saturday, December 18 – 11:30am, 3:30pm, 7:30pm
o Sunday, December 19 – 11:30am, 3:30pm, 7:30pm

Orange County – Honda Center: Wednesday, December 21 – Sunday, December 26 2695 E. Katella, Anaheim, CA 92806
o Tuesday, December 21 – 7:30pm
o Wednesday, December 22 – 1:00pm, 7:30pm
o Thursday, December 23 – 11:30am, 3:30pm, 7:30pm
o Friday, December 24 – 1:00pm, 4:30pm
o Saturday, December 25 – 4:30pm
o Sunday, December 26 – 12:00pm, 3:30pm, 7:30pm
Inland Empire – Citizens Business Bank Arena: Wednesday, December 29 – Sunday, January 2
4000 Ontario Center Parkway, Ontario, CA 91764
o Wednesday, December 29 – 7:30pm
o Thursday, December 30 – 1:00pm, 7:30pm
o Friday, December 31 – 11:30am, 3:30pm
o Saturday, January 1 – 3:30pm, 7:30pm
o Sunday, January 2 – 11:30am, 3:30pm

Long Beach – Long Beach Arena: Wednesday, January 5 – Sunday, January 9
300 E. Ocean Blvd, Long Beach, CA 90802-4825
o Wednesday, January 5 – 7:30pm
o Thursday, January 6 – 7:30pm
o Friday, January 7 – 11:00am, 7:30pm
o Saturday, January 8 – 12:00pm, 3:30pm, 7:30pm
o Sunday, January 9 – 12:00pm, 3:30pm, 7:30pm

TICKETS: Tickets are priced from $16, $20, $25, $45 (VIP) and $65 (Front Row)
Opening Night tickets available for only $12 each (not valid for premium seating)
All seats are reserved and available at the venue Box Office, online at Ticketmaster.com or by calling 800-745-3000.

About Feld Entertainment:

Feld Entertainment is the worldwide leader in producing and presenting live touring family entertainment experiences that lift the human spirit and create indelible memories, with 30 million people in attendance at its shows each year. Feld Entertainment’s productions have appeared in more than 70 countries on six continents and include Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey®, Feld Motor Sports, Disney On Ice and Disney Live!.

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You’re Invited to a “Don’t Freak It’s Faux!” Holiday Party & Sale Benefitting Children’s Hospitals

Posted on 16. Nov, 2010 by Editor Tracy Bobbitt.

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Actress Jamie Lee Curtis with her own beautiful handmade throw. They feel as soft as fur, but remember... Don’t Freak, It’s Faux!

NEW DATE AND TIME!! Sunday, December 12 · 3:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m. for an afternoon filled with Holiday cheer, friends, food, fun, philanthropy and SHOPPING!

Join Macc Designs for a night you won’t soon forget! Discover what actress Jamie Lee Curtis and the entire cast of CSI all ready know and experience first-hand what makes luxurious “Don’t Freak, it’s Faux!” throws so fabulous. Not only are these gorgeous blankets by Macc Designs eco-friendly (no furry friends are harmed in the making of these throws) but for every five blankets sold, one blanket is given to a sick child. To date Macc Designs has donated to Childrens Hospital of Los Angeles, Mattel Childrens Hospital UCLA , The Micheal Houghlin Foundation and others…and hopefully more soon! Macc Designs has thankfully been able to donate every holiday season for 6 consecutive years and now plans to expand donations to a monthly outreach program! Every cozy blanket purchased directly contributes to making a sick child feel just a little bit cozier and loved. And really, what’s more fabulous than that?

Date: Saturday, December 4, 2010

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Hosted by: Stacey Uberstine and Merrie Uberstine,

Location: 5719 N. Limoges Court, Calabasas

RSVP to 818-878-0526, Required for Entry.

Feel free to bring your friends, the more the merrier and the bigger the difference we can make for this wonderful cause.

Susie Mullenger, Daughter MIchelle and Jamie Lee Curtis Cozy Up Under a Pile of "Don't Freak it's Faux!" Throws By Macc Designs.

About Macc Designs Founder Susie Mullenger:

It started out as a hobby – Susie making cozy throws for her family. Then she got the horrible news: a dear friend’s niece, sweet young 17 year old *Carrie, just blossoming into adulthood, was diagnosed with Leukemia.

Susie had an idea. Maybe Carrie would like a cozy throw, and maybe she could give a couple throws to some other kids in the hospital ward.

“This Saturday, I will go to the hospital, visit Carrie, and donate some throws,” Susie decided. Although Susie always does what she says she’s going to do, for some strange reason she didn’t feel like going on Saturday and postponed her visit.

“Tomorrow,” she told herself but when tomorrow came she again felt reluctant and again, uncharacteristically, delayed her visit.

“Tuesday for sure,” Susie thought feeling odd about her inconsistencies.

On Tuesday, Susie and daughter Michelle left for the hospital. They first stopped off and donated some throws to be given to other kids in the ward. When they asked for Carrie’s room number, they were surprised to be directed, not to Carrie’s room, but to the Intensive Care Unit. The two approached the ICU waiting room and immediately saw Carrie’s parents. Overwhelmed with grief, her parents broke into sobs and the group fell into a hug.

Stunned and grief stricken, Carrie’s parents had not yet contacted the rest of their family members and Susie immediately realized why she had arrived on that specific date and time. She was to summon the other family members. Phone calls were made hurriedly and as Carrie’s family came together and comforted each other; Susie and Michelle quietly slipped out. As they walked back through the ward, she saw kids in their hospital beds, snuggled up under her faux fur throws. Susie knew providing needy children with comfort via her throws was to be her mission. Early the next morning, Carrie passed away.

Susie says, “It wasn’t an accident that I ended up making these blankets. God is always trying to talk to us. If we slow down to listen he can do incredible things and connect the lives of people in need.”

*Name changed for family privacy

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HMB on the Red Carpet of “The Nutcracker in 3D” World Premiere!

Posted on 12. Nov, 2010 by Editor Tracy Bobbitt.

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Elle Fanning at the premiere of THE NUTCRACKER in 3D, with HMB reporters Blaire Goldberg & Jordan Bobbitt

As most of you know, yesterday was the World Premiere of Elle Fanning’s new movie, “The Nutcracker in 3D” and Hollywood Mom Blog not only hosted a giveaway to our readership (Lucky reader Yasmin won 2 Passes!) but HMB also attended and interviewed the stars as they entered the theater. It was a wonderful night at The Grove LA, where Christmas decorations are all ready up adding to the magical atmosphere. The family film opens nationwide November 24, 2010. For a detailed synopsis of the movie, cast and hyperlinks please read our original post.

Below is a video recap of the evenings festivities at the premiere. A special thanks to my daughter Jordan for not only working the red carpet as an ace interviewer but for editing this piece in one afternoon. Thanks also to adorable Blaire Goldberg for her deft flip cam coverage and reporting skills, her mother Nicole Hanratty for working her magic with the camera up and down ladders as well as the red carpet and to Pennie and Emme Creager for overall moral support, being seat-saving ninjas and for the ride home. Muaahhhh! Big kisses to you all ladies!

This is what HMB’s winner Yasmin Matten had to say about her experience at the premiere:

Hi Tracy!
We can’t thank you enough for giving us the opportunity to go to the Nutcracker in 3D premiere last night! For several days, I kept eagerly waiting for that e-mail to tell me that I won, and I did! It was my daughter, Amelia’s, birthday and you helped make it a very special day. I had shown her the previews of the movie online and she was just so excited to be there. I didn’t hear a peep out of her during the entire movie! At the end of the movie, Amelia got to briefly meet and take a quick picture with Elle. This will be something really cool for her to see when she gets older.

Since moving to LA last year from the east coast, we’ve been having so much fun with all these “Hollywood moments”. My other daughter, Fiona (6mo), got her first “job” on TV when she was just a month old and we now have both girls with an agency. It’s fun, but it sure takes a lot of you! I promised my friends back east that I wouldn’t turn into a Hollywood mom, but it’s just so contagious! I love reading your blogs with all your great information. I can tell that you put a lot of effort into it. We all appreciate your hard work.
Keep up the great work you’re doing on the HMB! We look forward to more events!

All the best,
Yasmin and Amelia Matten

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Free Halloween Film Fun at the Hammer Museum!

Posted on 21. Oct, 2010 by Editor Tracy Bobbitt.

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Looking for some frightful fun the morning of the big trick or treat activities? The Hammer Museum is presenting “Family Flicks Film Series” featuring “Abbot and Costello Meet Frankenstein” & Disney’s animated, “The Legend of Sleepy Hollow” on Sunday, October 31, 11am at the Hammer Museum. Admission is free for ages 6 and over.

ABBOTT AND COSTELLO MEET FRANKENSTEIN
Abbott and Costello face off against the world’s most notorious monsters in this inspired monster mash that mixes old-fashioned scares with hilarious antics. (1948, 83 min. Dir: Charles T. Barton. 35mm, b/w)

THE LEGEND OF SLEEPY HOLLOW
Bing Crosby narrates this classic Disney adaptation of the haunted, heady tale by Washington Irving. (1949, 34 min. Dir: Clyde Geronimi, Jack Kinney. 35mm, color)

ALL HAMMER PUBLIC PROGRAMS ARE FREE. Seating is on a first come, first served basis. Hammer members receive priority seating, subject to availability.
Reservations not accepted, RSVPs not required.
Parking is available under the museum for $3 for 3 hours.

For more information, visit their website: www.hammer.ucla.edu

Hammer Museum, 10899 Wilshire Blvd., Los Angeles, CA 90024 (310) 443-7000

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