“I feel like spinning When I see balloons,” Laurie Berkner When music intersects with culture, unique moments occur. On July 28th, Laurie Berkner opened the Quick Chek NJ Festival of Ballooning taking the stage for what is the first musical headliner for young children. The Queen of Children’s Music has been creating songs that has had … [Read more…]
The sights, sounds and excitement at a Monster Jam show is something you will never forget and an experience you will want to enjoy again and again! After attending (and judging) my first Monster Jam show at the Prudential Center, I was hooked. That is why I was so excited when my family was offered … [Read more…]
Cinderella is the classic story that transcends time of how courage and hope defies cruelty. The Roxey Ballet Company interpreted this story using graceful ballet, stunning costumes and quirky comic relief. This ballet performance had all the requisite elements for a successful performance, however, it also contained a little bit more of something. On the … [Read more…]
Celebrating 35 Years of Family Fun in New Jersey We are incredibly excited to partner with Laurie Berkner and The New Jersey Festival of Ballooning to share information about this exciting New Jersey experience. The depth and diversity of New Jersey history always surprises those of us that have lived here our entire lives. In … [Read more…]
Mommy University is so excited to partner again this season with The Growing Stage: The Children’s Theatre of New Jersey. They offer a family-friendly environment perfect for a child’s first theatre experience as well as for children with some sensory needs. In exchange for tickets to each performance, we are so happy to be able … [Read more…]
We are incredibly excited to partner with The Roxey Ballet to bring families with special needs the opportunity to win four tickets to a sensory friendly performance of Cinderella. The intricate gracefulness of the ballet is an art form that young children have been attracted to for generations. Wearing pink slippers and tutus, they love … [Read more…]
It is official! Disney is going to be releasing more live action films based on their popular classic films, and, let’s be honest, we are in love with this idea. The technology now enables what was animated to be created while enhancing the plot with more complicated and rich elements. Recently, the release … [Read more…]
It was an honor to be invited to the opening weekend of The Neverending Story at The Growing Stage in Newton, NJ. We are very proud to partner with this amazing organization that brings the love of the performing arts to individuals of all ages. Imagination never ends in this classic story! It is always … [Read more…]
Mommy University is honored to partner with Feld Entertainment to bring you the final season of Ringling Bros. Circus. For some, the circus is just another event they get tickets for once or even once a year. For many, however, the circus is an experience that creates lifelong memories and traditions! I first attended a … [Read more…]
New Jersey holds noteworthy cultural influences in art, film and music. Since the 1970’s the airwaves have carried the sounds of Count Basie, Billie Holiday and other musical artists that have set the precedent for amazing jazz music. WBGO, located in Newark, is a non-profit radio station that promotes the continuance of jazz music and … [Read more…]