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G. Willikers Toy Emporium Unveils
12 Toys of Christmas for 2009 Holiday Season


Will Launch Salvation Armys Angel Tree Wish List

&

Toy Donation Drive Nov. 20

 

G. Willikers Toy Emporium will kick off the holiday season this year with its annual unveiling of the 12 Toys of Christmas, the top 12 toys G. Willikers recommends as being the most educational.

 

Donations of unwrapped toys will be collected for the Salvation Army Angel Tree program beginning Nov. 20. Those wishing to donate can pull a wish list from the tree and fill those wishes at G.Willikers and leave the unwrapped toys for the Salvation Army. G. Willikers is the first retailer to launch the program in 2009. www.gwillitoys.com

 

G. Willikers Toy Emporiums 12 Toys of Christmas for 2009

1.     Yo Baby Board - Learn the skills of skate boarding, before you hit the streets. A brand new trick board for the carpet. As seen on X Games. Great active activity, made in the USA.

2.     Neo Tracks - The flexible car track system that lets you design any track system, any way. Set includes track, car and accessories.

3.     Kimochis - Kimochi means "feeling" in Japanese. Each Kimochi comes with its own "feelings" so that your kids can learn to be comfortable talking about their feelings!

4.     Ezy Roller - Earning a "Top Toy" Award, this ultimate riding machine has to be seen to believe how it works! No chains, pedals or batteries and fits kids from 3 to 14 years old.

5.     Schleich Smurfs - The German Toy Maker's line of Smurfs will be celebrating its 50th anniversary this year. Along with a movie coming out, this might be the return year of the "Smurfs".

6.     Sock Monkey - This classic is back and comes in sizes from key chains to four foot giants!

7.     Clearly Puzzled 3D Puzzles - One of the best new puzzles we have seen in a while. Test your skill on this clear 3D puzzle.

8.     Carrera Cars Slot Car Set - Back on the list with its new hit set from the classic Disney / Pixar movie "Cars".

9.     Webkins - This mega hit with kids is going strong into the Christmas with new styles and new games to play online. Not only are they great stuffed animals, but each animal has a code for online fun!

10. Classic Chatter Phone - This classic Fisher Price pull toy was a staple in most homes. The classic is back for 2009 and it is on our list.

11. Sea Monkeys - The "Sea Monkey" now has many different "habitats" that you can get for your new pet. We suggest everyone should have a "Sea Monkey" at some time in there childhood!

12. Classic Retro Barbie - The Barbie is always on the "hot Christmas toy lists". Our pick is the new line of retro classic Barbie's. Four different "decades" to pick from!


WHERE: G. Willikers Toy Emporium, 1113 Front Street in Old Sacramento, 916/447-1091

WHEN: Salvation Army Angel Tree begins Friday, Nov. 20, 2009 and is available until the wish list tags are all gone

CONTACT: Visit www.gwillitoys.com.

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posted by LoriA on Tuesday, November 10, 2009 at 02:34 PM
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“Baby Diaper Drive-Thru: Protecting our Babies’ Behinds”

Your help is needed for “Baby Diaper Drive-Thru: Protecting our Babies’ Behinds” a holiday diaper drive facilitated by the Fathers Resource Center benefiting the Sacramento County. Our goal is to collect 50,000 packs of diapers between the dates of November 7 and December 19, 2009. We can’t do it without you!

Please visit us at the Father’s Resource Center at 3443 Ramona Ave, Sacramento, Ca 95826 October 17th at 1pm to learn more information on how you can get involved! Refreshments will be provided.

Contact Kayla Lewis at eclatmediagroup@gmail.com
Subject line "Diaper Drive"

We appreciate your support,

 

Reina M. Robinson
Co-CEO
Eclat Media Group LLC
2242 Gate Way Oaks #316
Sacramento, CA 95833
Cell: (510) 230-9619
ReinaMRobinson@yahoo.com

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posted by LoriA on Thursday, November 5, 2009 at 10:08 AM
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I attended the 12th Annual CSD Giant Pumpkin Festival of Elk Grove was a couple weeks ago and my family had a blast! If you missed it this year, be sure to go next year.

Each year, the highlight of the festival is a Best Pumpkin Dessert Recipe Contest - and we're bringing you the winners! Check them out and get baking!! Yum!

 
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posted by LoriA on Thursday, October 22, 2009 at 02:42 PM
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Did you know that your kids' goody bags filled with Trick or Treat treasures can amount to 9000 calories or more? The GOT MILK folks have partnered with local Dietician Joanne Graham, Ph.D., R.D. to provide parents valuable information about Halloween candy - and great tips to keep kids from overindulging.

By JOANNE GRAHAM

It’s All Hallow’s Eve – do you know what your kids are eating?

This Halloween, don’t let your kids get tricked by the smiling Jack-O-Lantern bucket, which typically hides about 250 pieces of candy, amounting to 9,000 calories[1].  The scary reality is that many children often eat their way through the entire bucket!

Because Halloween is the start of a string of holidays when overindulgence on food is at an all-time high, now is the perfect time to discuss the importance of making healthier food choices.  That’s why I’ve partnered with the California Milk Processor Board – the creator of GOT MILK? – to encourage children to keep sweets in moderation during Halloween and to choose nutritious treats like low fat or nonfat chocolate milk for strong bones. 

A study in the September 2009 issue of Academic Pediatrics shows that severe childhood obesity in the United States has tripled in the last 25 years, putting children at risk for health problems.  The authors reported about 71 million children in the nation ages 2-19 are obese, of which 2.7 million are considered severely obese.  One key to prevention would be to maintain a nutritious diet not only during Halloween, but every day.

For Halloween, GOT MILK? has developed 10 tips and strategies with registered dietitians like myself to keep candy consumption in moderation during Halloween:

 

1)       Plan Ahead.  Make a plan prior to Halloween so that you can keep tabs on what your children will be consuming that night.  Talk to teachers (many schools hold Halloween events), party hosts and neighbors to agree on the types treats to be handed out to children. 

 

2)       Negotiate with Kids. Talk to kids and set up expectations for Halloween day.  Make sure that they do their homework and chores before trick-or-treating. 

 

3)       Dinner First.  On Halloween night, before trick-or-treating, give children an extra-nutritious dinner.  It will reduce their appetite for sweets and they will less likely be tempted to dig into goodies before they get home.  A meal filled with lean protein, whole grains and vegetables are the way to go!  Remember to serve a glass of low fat or nonfat milk with the meal for extra nutrition.  Drinking milk is proven to strengthen teeth, prevent cavities, and boost calcium, vitamin D and potassium levels.

 

4)       Non-Food Treats.  Consider handing out treats like themed school supplies like coloring books or pens and pencils to school-age children as they will come in handy for class.  Small toys are also appropriate in reducing the amount of candy children eat during Halloween.  Plus, they’re fun!

 

5)       Power Trick-or-Treat.  Make sure children get enough physical activity to burn off excess sugar and fat.  Trick-or-treating can be a fun way to incorporate walking and exercise.  Plan a few extra loops around the neighborhood.  This process can tire out kids and prepare them to hit the sack when they get home.

 

6)       GOT  MILK?  Chocolate milk after trick or treating is a great, healthy treat.  Serving chocolate milk will ensure you don’t deprive kids of the chocolate closely associated with Halloween, while still providing them great nutrition.   If you want to help your kids sleep on Halloween night, a glass of warm low fat or nonfat milk prior to bed will do the trick.  Milk contains tryptophan which helps people snooze.

 

7)       Set Limits.  Set boundaries with your child on how many pieces of candy they’re allowed to eat on Halloween and while trick-or-treating.  Allow your children to make their own selections, but tell them they can only pick a few pieces.  Ration out the treats.

 

8)       Exchange Program.   Trade your children’s Halloween candy for a desired toy to reduce candy consumption.  Many schools, doctors and dentists have similar exchange programs.  Donating the candy to a cause also teaches children about the importance of giving.

 

9)       Out of Sight, Out of Mind.  Bring candy to work or throw them away.  Kids don’t eat what they can’t see.

 

10)   Set an Example.  Parents should also stay away from eating too much candy during Halloween.  They need to be role models by consuming sweets in moderation.

 

 

        & nbsp;   By following these simple tips, we can all have a Happy, Healthy Halloween!  Visit www.gotmilk.com for more information.

_________________________________________________ _____________________________________Joanne Graham, PhD RD is a member of the American, California and Northern Area Dietetic Associations.  She is also the Dietetic Internship Program Director at California State University, Sacramento.

 

 

 

 

 



[1] 244 pieces = 8965 calories: 12 snack-size Kit Kat bars, 10 snack-size Hershey bars, 12 snack-size Crunch bars, 6 snack-size peanut M&Ms, 3 snack-size plain M&Ms, 8 Tootsie Pops, 10 small boxes of Nerds, 15 small Sweet Tarts packs, 30 Sweet Tart rolls, 17 2-piece packs of Starburst, 23 Tootsie Roll Midgees, 15 pieces of Jolly Rancher, 12 pieces of Werther’s Original, 20 pieces of mint candy, 20 pieces of assorted fruit candy, 10 pieces of cinnamon candy, 11 pieces of butterscotch candy and 10 snack-size Taffies. 

 

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posted by LoriA on Thursday, October 22, 2009 at 10:19 AM
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Mom.Me blogger Niesha Lofing has some great blog posts this week, as always. Enjoy!

The Heene family and the lengths they will go to for fame
http://www.sacbee.com/stati...

Reader review: "Reading Together: Everything You Need to Know to Raise a Child Who Loves To Read"
http://www.sacbee.com/stati...

Buy a book, support a local literacy program - at Barnes and Noble
http://www.sacbee.com/stati...

H1N1 vaccines available in some pediatric offices - not all
http://www.sacbee.com/stati...

Clever Halloween costume ideas
http://www.sacbee.com/stati...

 

 

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posted by LoriA on Tuesday, October 20, 2009 at 11:13 AM
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The Sacramento Bee's Family Favorites Survey, phase II is posted and we want to hear from you! We have tabulated the results from phase I and have selected the top three in each category – now we’d like you to vote for your favorite.

www.sacbee.com/survey

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posted by LoriA on Friday, October 2, 2009 at 09:25 AM
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Tickets go on sale tomorrow, October 3,
for Placer Theatre Ballet's 11th Annual "Nutcracker"

WHAT:      Placer Theatre Ballet presents “Nutcracker”, a lively and colorful rendition of this holiday favorite that has become an annual tradition for many loyal patrons in the greater Sacramento and Placer areas for over a decade. Join Clara as she steps from a festive party to a battle between soldiers and mice, and then into a magical dream, accompanied by her beloved Nutcracker Prince.  Travelling through a kingdom of snow and ice, Clara arrives at the palace of the Sugar Plum Fairy, where a dazzling array of entertainers from around the world gather to give her an evening full of fantasy and fun that she will never forget.  Artful direction and exquisite costuming make this “Nutcracker” an enchanting holiday treat for all ages!  Don’t miss our Nutcracker Character Tea Party at Auburn’s lovely Powers Mansion Inn Events Center!

 

WHERE:   Placer High School Theatre

        & nbsp;       &n bsp;   275 Orange Street (Corner of High & Agard)

        & nbsp;       &n bsp;   Auburn, California

 

WHEN:      November 28-29, 12 & 4 pm December 5, 2 pm, December -6, 12 & 4 pm, 2009        

        & nbsp;       &n bsp;   Seven performances

All Seats Reserved — $11 - $18 (plus service charge)

Nutcracker Tea Party (limited seating, $40 per person, call for tickets and details)

Group discounts available

Tickets available October 3

§  Tickets by phone:  (916) 630-7820

§  Tickets online:  http://www.placertheatrebal...

 

HOW:        Additional information, including a photo gallery and online ticketing, is available on Placer Theatre Ballet’s website:  http://www.placertheatrebal...

 

WHY:        Placer Theatre Ballet is a non-profit performing arts organization dedicated to the joy of storytelling through the art of dance.

FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT:        & nbsp;     Debbie Elsbernd

Placer Theatre Ballet

        & nbsp;       &n bsp;       &nb sp;       &nbs p;         ;                 & nbsp;       &n bsp;       &nb sp;       &nbs p;  Debbie.Elsbernd@placertheatreballet.org

        & nbsp;       &n bsp;       &nb sp;       &nbs p;         ;                 & nbsp;       &n bsp;       &nb sp;       &nbs p;  (916) 630-7820

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posted by LoriA on Friday, October 2, 2009 at 09:21 AM
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Melinda Ju won our Mom's Always Write Contest - and she got to read her winning children's story aloud at this weekend's Fairytale Town's Children's Book Celebration. Cleverly, she illustrated her story in the form of an oversized book for her children to hold up during her reading. Melinda says she was a little nervous standing up in front of the large crowd, but she had a blast. Her children shared her special moment with her, while hubby videotaped the presentation.

Sounds like a great time was had by all. Thanks, Melinda, for your contribution, and congratulations to you!

Attached is a cute photo of Melinda and her kids.
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posted by LoriA on Monday, September 28, 2009 at 11:07 AM
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The area's biggest consignment sale for kids products comes to Roseville this weekend! If you haven't checked out this incredible event, make a date to go this time! From playpens to strollers to toys to bedroom accessories - the JBF sale has it all - gently used - and for rock bottom prices.

Shop early for the best selection, bring water, comfy shoes and expect a groovy crowd of savvy moms!

Here's the full scoop...

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posted by LoriA on Monday, September 21, 2009 at 12:19 PM
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The Sacramento Bee wants to get parents' favorite local family hang-outs. We're conducting a survey to learn what you think are the best parks, the best pumpkin patch, the best things to do for free, and more. All the things that matter to you, best place to buy a birthday cake, your number 1 family-friendly restaurant, or the top spot to send mom to relax... We want to hear from you!

Our online survey is available through September 22. To cast your votes, click here!

We'll compile the list into a Top 20 list of things for families to do, see and eat in the region.

You'll be able to see the Top 20 list in the Living Here Family section in October.

Thanks!

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posted by LoriA on Thursday, September 17, 2009 at 04:08 PM
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