Summer Camp & Activities Fair at Pretend City

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I realize it's only March, summer seems forever away, but trust me - it's going to be here before you know it. & As much as I love the thought of no school (just as much, if not more than my kids), I'm so not looking forward to my kid's uttering that one phrase, known all-too-well to moms around the world - "Mom, I'm bored." Never fear... the 2010 OC Family Summer Camp & Activities Fair at Pretend City is just around the corner.

While your kids are busy playing, learning & discovering the always fabulous Pretend City (I can't help it, my kids & I just LOVE that place), you can explore a variety of sports, music, art, education, outdoor camps, overnight camps options that will keep your kids busy & entertained this summer. Whether you are looking for an occasional distraction, or something a little more daily... you can be sure that you will be the find the perfect summer activities & camps, & that your kids will never be bored this summer!

Interested in knowing "who" will be at the 2010 OC Family Summer Camp & Activities Fair at Pretend City? Team OC, Le Port Schools, Renaissance Sport, Camp James, Polly Camps & so many more. For more information about the Fair go HERE.

What: 2010 OC Family Summer Camp & Activities Fair
When: Saturday, March 27th, 9am - 5pm
Where: Pretend City
Cost: FREE, with your $10 museum admission

xoxo, K

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Way to Play Fridays at Pretend City

On the second Friday of every month Pretend City hosts Way to Play Days. Although any day is a great day to visit Pretend City, these days are special because "each Way to Play Day will highlight a particular developmental skill, like communication, & offer community specialists on-site for support." It's a great opportunity to learn more about your child's growth & development, while interacting with your child in a variety of fun activities!

Have I mentioned yet that by attending a Way to Play Day Friday you can get TWO FREE Pretend City Admissions? If you've never visited Pretend City (or even if you already love it as much as we do) this is the perfect opportunity! The first way to get a FREE admission to Pretend City is to print out the coupon below, good for a 2-for-1 admission any Way to Play Day this year (the second Friday of every month: March 12th, April 9th, May 14th, June 11th, July 9th, August 13th, September 10th, October 8th, November 12th, & December 10th 2010). Once you've attended a Way to Play Day event, you can complete an Ages & Stages Questionnaire with your child & mail it (in the prepaid envelope provided), & you will receive another FREE admission in the mail. Woot! Woot! We love getting things for FREE!

For more information about the Way to Play Days at Pretend City go HERE.

Pretend City is located at 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618. Way to Play Days are the second Friday of EVERY month: March 12th, April 9th, May 14th, June 11th, July 9th, August 13th, September 10th, October 8th, November 12th, & December 10th 2010.

xoxo, K
coupon via Pretend City

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Good to Go From Head to Toe Family Fun & Wellness Fair

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By now, you know we LOVE Pretend City. Seriously, what's not to love? This Saturday though, they are doing something super special that we are totally excited about.... the Good to Go from Head to Toe Family Fun & Wellness Fair. Happening from 10am - 4pm, in the parking lot in front of Pretend City, this event is totally FREE. That's right no Pretend City admission required!

Seriously, you heard it here first. The Good to Go from Head to Toe Family Fun & Wellness Fair is something you definitely don't want to miss. More than 30 Pretend City partners will be on-site providing FREE language, dental, vision & hearing screenings! In addition to that, there will be fun games & activities, story times, a special appearance by the Anaheim Ducks mascot, Wild Wing, a fun obstacle course & raffles will be happening throughout the day. Not to mention, that EVERY CHILD who participates in activities & screenings will receive FREE admission to Pretend City valid on the day of the fair (with purchase of a regular adult ticket).

What: Good to Go from Head to Toe Family Fun & Wellness Fair
When: Saturday, March 13th, 10am - pm
Where: Pretend City Parking Lot, 29 Hubble, Irvine, CA 92618
(additional FREE parking will be provided at the Verizon Amphitheater with complimentary shuttle to the museum)

xoxo, K
image via Pretend City

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Sneak Peak: Pretend City, Part Two

As C mentioned on Monday, we were lucky enough to check out Pretend City before it opens to the public. & Let me tell you, I know what's going to the top of my "wishlist"... a Pretend City Membership for my entire family. I seriously could see myself going EVERY single week - at least for an hour or so. My boys were sooo entertained. The museum totally captivated them & kept them busy for hours. Let's just say, that when it was time to go home, they weren't exactly thrilled. In fact, the question they asked as we left Pretend City (& have asked every 5 minutes since then) is "Mom, when are we going back?"

Pretend City isn't like other children's museums. It's a "hands-on" experience that combines education & recreation. The museum is designed to represent a small city. Inside the city gates children can explore 15 interactive exhibits including an art studio, amphitheater, grocery store, farm, construction site, marina & beach. Children can play dress-up, paint pictures (& you don't have to clean up the mess! what a plus!), pick fruits & veggies, play at the beach & so much more.

For more information on Pretend City go HERE. If you want a sneak peak, then check out our video... but really & truly, it's a whirlwind of a tour. To get the "full" experience, you really need to visit Pretend City for yourself!



Pretend City
29 Hubble
Irvine, CA 92618
For hours & ticket information go HERE.

xoxo, K

Sneak Peak: Pretend City

K and I were invited to Pretend City for a sneak peak at one of the most amazing children's museums I have ever seen. Pretend City is a wonderful addition to Orange County and offers educational exhibits for every child from the ages of 8 months to 8 years (those are the approximate age ranges of my children and there was something for everyone). One of my favorite aspects of the museum were the infant spaces that are located in areas where parents can keep an eye on older children as they play in the grocery store or drive a car around. K's boys seemed to take a liking to the tractors and farm. My boys loved being mailmen and buying groceries. The stage and dress-up area seemed to be very popular as well. Here are some reviews from the night:

"Let's go back tomorrow."
-a cute three year old

"That was amazing ."
-a cute seven year old

We had a wonderful night filled with imagination and learning, a parent's wish and a child's dream all come true all in one place, Pretend City. The museum opens to the public on August 30th, 2009, so mark your calendars!

xoxo, C&K