June 2008 Calendar

June 1st: Tustin Street Fair & Chili Cook-Off, 11am - 5pm. (For information call 714-573-3326)
June 2nd:
* Mommy & Me Playtime, Hullabaloos Clubhouse, 10:30 am - 1pm.
* Open Play Nights, Hullabaloos Clubhouse, 5-8 pm.
June 3rd:
* Story Time, Pottery Barn Kids (South Coast Plaza or The Shops at Mission Viejo), 10-10:30 am.
* Mommy & Me Playtime, Hullabaloos Clubhouse, 10:30 am - 1pm.
* Open Play Nights, Hullabaloos Clubhouse, 5-8 pm.
June 4th: Fun at Pirates Cove, Newport Harbor Nautical Museum, 10-11 am. Stories, crafts, music & seasonal fun geared to the pre-schooler. (reservations required. 949-673-7863, ext. 105)
June 6th:
* Sing-Along, Pottery Barn Kids ( South Coast Plaza or The Shops at Mission Viejo), 10-11am. Come sing, dance & play along.

* San Clemente Summer Beach Concert Series, 6pm. (For information call 949-361-9264)

June 7th:

* Kids Workshop, a FREE kid-friendly "How-To Clinic", at your local Home Depot, 9am & 12pm. This month's project is a Catamaran.

* The Knack Free Family Event at your local Michaels store, 10am-2pm. Learn to make paper flowers & chenille stem bugs.

June 8th: Sunset at the Santa Ana Zoo, 5:30-7:30 pm. Bring a picnic & get ready for an evening of Live music, coffee, dessert, train rides & animals.
June 9th:
* Mommy & Me Playtime, Hullabaloos Clubhouse, 10:30 am - 1pm.
* Open Play Nights, Hullabaloos Clubhouse, 5-8 pm.
June 10th:
* Story Time, Pottery Barn Kids (South Coast Plaza or The Shops at Mission Viejo), 10-10:30 am.
* Mommy & Me Playtime, Hullabaloos Clubhouse, 10:30 am - 1pm.
* Open Play Nights, Hullabaloos Clubhouse, 5-8 pm.
June 11th: Animal Art Toddler Program at the Orange County Zoo, 10-11 am. Enjoy an hour of creativity & fun with an animal theme. (registration required: 714-973-6846).
June 14th: City of Cypress Concerts on the Green, 6pm. (For information call 714-229-6780).
June 16th:
* Mommy & Me Playtime, Hullabaloos Clubhouse, 10:30 am - 1pm.
* Open Play Nights, Hullabaloos Clubhouse, 5-8 pm.
June 17th:
* Story Time, Pottery Barn Kids (South Coast Plaza or The Shops at Mission Viejo), 10-10:30 am.
* Regal FREE Family Film Festival, 10 am
* Mommy & Me Playtime, Hullabaloos Clubhouse, 10:30 am - 1pm.
* Open Play Nights, Hullabaloos Clubhouse, 5-8 pm.
June 18th:
* Regal FREE Family Film Festival, 10 am
* San Juan Summer Nights, 6-8 pm. (For information call 949-493-5911)
* City of Orange Concert in the Park, 7-8pm. (For information call 714-744-5599)
June 20th: Laguna Niguel Concerts in the Park, 6:30 - 8:30pm. (For information call 949-425-5100).
June 23rd:
* Mommy & Me Playtime, Hullabaloos Clubhouse, 10:30 am - 1pm.
* Open Play Nights, Hullabaloos Clubhouse, 5-8 pm.
June 24th:
* Story Time, Pottery Barn Kids (South Coast Plaza or The Shops at Mission Viejo), 10-10:30 am.
* Regal FREE Family Film Festival, 10 am
* Mommy & Me Playtime, Hullabaloos Clubhouse, 10:30 am - 1pm.
* Open Play Nights, Hullabaloos Clubhouse, 5-8 pm.
June 25th:
* AMC Theaters Summer Movie Camp, 10 am. $1 movies.
* Regal FREE Family Film Festival, 10 am
* City of Tustin Concerts in the Park, 6 pm. (For information call 714-573-3000)
* Laguna Niguel Concerts in the Park, 6:30 - 8:30pm. (For information call 949-425-5100).
* Buena Park Summer Concert Series, 7-9pm. (For information call 714-236-3868).
* City of Orange Concerts in the Park, 7-8pm. (For information call 714-744-5599)
June 26th: 13th Annual Taste of Anaheim, 5:30 - 10:00 pm
June 27th: Under the Sea Toddler Program at the Orange County Zoo, 10-11 am. Find out about the creatures that live in the ocean. (registration required: 714-973-6846)
June 28th: City of Cypress Concerts on the Green, 6pm. (For information call 714-229-6780).
June 29th:
* Sunset at the Santa Ana Zoo, 5:30-7:30 pm. Bring a picnic & get ready for an evening of Live music, coffee, dessert, train rides & animals.
* Dana Point Summer Concert Series, 4:30 - 6pm. (For information call 949-248-3530)
June 30th:
* Mommy & Me Playtime, Hullabaloos Clubhouse, 10:30 am - 1pm.
* Open Play Nights, Hullabaloos Clubhouse, 5-8 pm.

Perfect for a lazy Sunday.

What: Tustin Street Fair & Chili Cookoff
When: Sunday, June 1, 2008; 11 am - 5 pm
Where: The streets of Old Town Tustin

"This 24th annual event features the Chili Cookoff, craft booths, non-profit food vendors, entertainment, kids carnival, music and much more. Admission is free."

xoxo, K

My Summer Bag

I think this bag is perfect for trips to the beach, park, and malls this summer with the kids.

Thank you, Anthropologie.

xoxo, C

image via anthropologie.

A Prehistoric Playground

The Prehistoric Playground is the perfect park for kids that are in love with large reptiles. They have dinosaur fossils to climb on and one of the greatest slides I have ever seen. There are clean bathrooms and shaded areas, so this park is great for summer outings. The park is located right next to Laguna Hills High School and within the Laguna Hills Community Center. There is also a fossil exhibit at the community center that you can explore as a family or group.

xoxo, C

I need a Globetrotter

I just saw this new luggage line from J. Crew and fell in love with it at first click. The only drawback is the price, but I love the lines and classic colors.

xoxo, C

image via j.crew.

Who says nothing's FREE in life?

Horses, castles, knights, live jousting, a four course meal... it's just like being transported back in time to an 11th century feast and tournament, but at the end of the night, you get to go home & sleep in your own comfy bed. If you've never visited Medieval Times, it's definitely a spot to check out. Right now, from May 23rd - July 6th, 2008 kids & teens (ages 3-16) get in FREE when accompanied by a full-paying adult (one free child/ teen per full-paid adult.) Buy tickets HERE, & be sure to enter discount code: WEBKT. For more information go HERE.

Medieval Times
7662 Beach Blvd.
Buena Park, CA 90602
888-935-6878

xoxo, K

image via medieval times.

DIY Yogurt

This is the Do-It-Yourself age, why should your frozen yogurt be any different? Enter Yogurtland... a self-serve frozen yogurt store. They feature 16 different flavors that rotate on a daily-ish basis, everything from plain jane vanilla (although boring, is always my personal favorite) to cappuccino, or plain tart, & those are just a few. After filling your cup with each & every flavor your little heart desires, top it off with any (or all) of the different toppings available - everything from fresh fruit to red beans, cereal, sprinkles or gummie bears. When you're good & ready the next (& final) stop in this frozen yogurt buffet is the weighing & payment station where you will be charged $.30 for each ounce of yogurt & topping combination - not a bad deal, & very tasty too.... everyone licked their bowls clean. Find your nearest location HERE.

xoxo, K

Once Upon a Time...

We all know that reading to our kids is important. (Research has shown that early & good readers come from homes where reading is valued & experienced regularly.) As for me, there's nothing I like better than snuggling up with my kids, to enjoy a good book... but sometimes it's fun to get out, & let someone else to the story-telling.

Did you know that most of our local Orange County libraries offer "story time"? Check out the exact locations & times HERE.

Another great place to hit... Pottery Barn Kids. Every Tuesday from 10 am - 10:30 am, kids of all ages are invited for story time. So if you're in the area, be sure to swing by PBK at South Coast Plaza or The Shops at Mission Viejo.

xoxo, K

image via project night night.

Shooby Dooby Down To... Ruby's Diner.

A blog featuring the hot spots of Orange County wouldn't be complete without a
post on Ruby's Diner... one of our favorite places for family dining. Bright & shiny red vinyl booths, white formica tables, soda fountains & 1940's decor - what's not to love? once i step inside i feel as though i've been transported to an era long ago, complete with an ice-cold cherry coke. my kids love the cardboard car menus that they can flip up & fold into perfect replicas of a '57 chevy. the menu has enough choices to satisfy even the pickiest of eaters (my personal favorites: the super burger & a black forest shake), & there's always enough going on inside to keep my little ones entertained. Although all the locations are great, our personal favorite is the one in Tustin... with a giant model train in the center of the restaurant, & two working train tracks hanging from the ceiling... my boys are in awe from the moment we walk in the door. For more information go HERE.

xoxo, K

Kid Dates

I love the idea of outings with your children and this article from Babble has some great tips. From great ideas like a picnic to whiffle ball in the park, I am already yearning for summer after reading the article and I would have to add trips to the beach.

xoxo, C

Ice Cream for Free for Moms to be

You’re Invited!
Celebrate your new addition with a free cone of the BRs new Soft Serve.
For: Expectant mothers.
When: Wednesday, May 21, 2008 from 11 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Where: Select Baskin-Robbins stores across the country (Go to their website to print out a coupon HERE)

xoxo, C

Juicy Couture Swimwear

I just bought the cutest Juicy Couture tankini swimdress. The best part was the $60.00 price tag. They also had a great selection of Juicy bikinis and swimsuits. Thank you Nordstrom Rack.

Nordstrom Rack Metro Pointe at South Coast
901 South Coast Dr., Costa Mesa, CA, 92626
(714) 751-5901

xoxo, C

Children's Book Week

Since 1919, Children's Book Week has been celebrated nationally to spread enthusiasm about children's literature & Laguna Beach Books is celebrating too.

Tomorrow is the last day to donate books to the annual book drive at Laguna Beach Books . You may also be inspired to pick up a few new books because they are offering a 10% discount on all children's books. Happy Reading!

Laguna Beach Books At The Old Pottery Place

1200 South Coast Highway, Suite 105

Laguna Beach, California 92651

Phone: 949-494-4779

xoxo, C

No More Tears

I love this Shampoo Rinse Cup that I got from Right Start. The cup has a flexible edge that allows you to rinse the child's hair out without getting any water in their eyes. We call it the magic cup and I am sure you will too.

xoxo, C

image via right start.