Book Review: ‘Class Mom’ by Laurie Gelman

Being the class mom seems like a piece of cake. Until you try to wrangle the parents… Hello. My name is Suzette Valle, and I am a recovering class mom. I couldn’t resist writing a review about Laurie Gelman’s new book, “Class Mom.” The title simply screamed at me. It was wagging a finger right in my face and excoriating […]

Star Wars: The Last Jedi Trailer Released

Star Wars The Last Jedi Luke Skywalker

There was a definite disturbance in the force when the new trailer for “Star Wars: The Last Jedi” was released on Monday, October 9th, 2017. What most of us felt, though, was a shot of pure excitement for the next installment in the Star Wars franchise. In case you missed it, here it is! The […]

Goodbye Christopher Robin Film Reminds You it’s Bring Your Teddy Bear to Work Day October 11

Goodbye Christopher Robin Poster

“Goodbye Christopher Robin” is the story of A.A. Milne, the author and his family, that inspired the beloved “Winnie the Pooh” and “The House at Pooh Corner” stories, published in 1926 and 1928 respectively. October 11th is National Bring Your Teddy Bear To Work Day. To celebrate, Fox Searchlight Pictures sent me this very special replica of the original teddy […]

Celebrate ‘Talk Like A Pirate Day’ at Seaport Village’s Landlubber’s Day

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Avast, me hearties! In celebration of International Talk Like a Pirate Day, Seaport Village is hosting the third annual Landlubbers Day, a festive celebration of all things pirate. Held Saturday, September 16 from noon to 4 p.m. the free event features live music from the Jackstraws, San Diego’s very own pirate-themed band; costume and “Talk […]

‘The Lion King’ Do-it-Yourself Mask Craft Project To Celebrate Blu-Ray Edition

The Lion King DIY Mask Craft Project

“The Lion King” is coming to Blu-ray. Join Simba, Timon, Pumba, and the rest of the residents of the Pride Lands with this do-it-yourself lion mask!  Disney’s animated classic is taking its rightful place on the Walt Disney Signature Collection August 29, 2017. This DIY mask project is inspired by “The Lion King” movie. You and your friends can make […]