Category Archives: Events

Monster Jam Gets Down & Dirty in Green Bay

This weekend, Monster Jam took over the Resch Center in Green Bay and they got down and dirty. Before the show kicked off, Alex took Alexander and Ellie over to the Party in the Pits so they could get a really good look at the trucks.

This was Ellie’s first time seeing the monster trucks and she couldn’t believe how big they were. Her favorite was Scooby Doo.

After the Party in the Pits, it was time for the boys to find their seats at get ready for the show, which of course didn’t disappoint!

They got to see some serious jumps and flips. It was pretty exciting.

The loved every minute of the entire show once again.

The boys really liked the show this year because of the new hybrid dirt track that helped maximize jumps and according to Zack it was pretty awesome watching the dirt fly when the trucks were doing doughnuts on the track.

All in all, it was another great show put on by Monster Jam and the boys are excited to return next year and Ellie and I are both excited to attend our first show.

You can catch the last showing of Monster Jam in Green Bay on Sunday, April 12th at 2pm. Tickets are $12 for youth ages 2-12 and $22 for adults.

My First #JBFMilwaukee Experience & Why You Need to Go (Sept 21st-27th)

*This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Just Between Friends of Milwaukee.  This program is in partnership with Real Mom Media.  All opinions are my own*

Yesterday morning, Libby and I made our way down to Milwaukee for the Just Between Friends consignment sale. This was a first for both of us and I think we are both still in shock over the size of this sale.

 

The amount of clothing, alone, is overwhelming.  Racks and racks of maternity, costumes, girls and boys clothing and all of the sizes, it is absolutely crazy and EXTREMELY well organized.

There were more than enough toys to go around and of course, toys were organized in different sections for babies, girls, boys, Disney, Action Figures and so much more!

There was a sea of strollers, high chairs, boosters, bouncy seats and more.  Really, I don’t think there is anything you couldn’t find on your shopping list while sticking to your budget.

Check out this great video, put together by Maureen from Wisconsin Mommy to give you an idea of everything available.

 

My goal was to make sure that I got the #BestDeal on some winter gear for the little ones.  All 3 littles needed new boots, Joey needed a jacket that would fit now and another to get him through the rest of winter, along with snowpants as well as a few more fleece sleepers.

Here are a few things we picked up:  a pirate costume for Joey ($5), 3 fleece Carters sleepers ($5), a Big Chill winter jacket ($8) and Columbia boys snow boots that retail between $59.99-$69.99 for $15!!!!

I am still in awe of how big this sale is and if I had been feeling better, I think I could have spent the entire day shopping to make sure the kids were set for the next year!

If you go, here is what you need to know:

Cash, MasterCard, Visa and Debit cards are acceptable forms of payment.
Sunday, September 21st 10am-7pm $3.00 admission
Monday, September 22nd 10am-7pm
Tuesday, September 23rd 10am-7pm
Wednesday, September 24th 10am-6pm
Thursday, September 25th 10am-5pm (*25% off day)
Friday, September 26th 10am-7pm (*50% off day)
Saturday, September 27th 10am-1pm (*50% off day)

*State Fair may be charging for parking ($5). NOTE this is State Fair and not JBF!  You are welcome to park on the city streets or at the Petit Center and walk on over or bring your family and friends and split the cost of parking.
*Dressing rooms ARE NOT provided, so please measure your kiddos before you arrive.
*Only children 12 months and under are allowed in the sale and must be in a baby carrier. No strollers or wagons are permitted.
*Pursuant to the American with Disabilities Act, should you need accommodation in order to fully participate in our Just Between Friends Sale, please contact us at melindaherbert@jbfsale.com

Come prepared to shop & save!

Check out more pictures of the sale on Facebook and be sure to visit the Just Between Friends of Milwaukee County Facebook page for real time updates!

You can also see what others are saying about the #JBFMilwaukee sale on Instagram and Twitter.

 A special Thank You to Just Between Friends and Real Mom Media for the invitation, we had a great time!

Image credit: Joey Fortman Instagram

 

Save Big at the Just Between Friends Milwaukee Sale September 21st-27th

*This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of Just Between Friends of Milwaukee.  This program is in partnership with Real Mom Media (www.RealMomMedia.com).  All opinions are my own*

As you have all heard me say, multiple times, I love a good sale.  When it comes to shopping for clothes for 5 kids as well as the gear they all need, I hate to pay full price and in most cases, I prefer to buy something that is used but it excellent condition.

Well, if you are anything like me and you are anywhere near Milwaukee WI, get ready for the Just Between Friends Consignment Sale at the Wisconsin Expo Center on the State Fair Park grounds, September 21st-27th 2014!!

Just Between Friends is a HUGE consignment sale that takes over the State Fair Park and offers shoppers the chance to purchase items at great savings of usually 50-90% OFF retail prices!!!

Now, this isn’t just a huge indoor rummage sale, Just Between Friends keeps quality and safety in mind and all items are carefully inspected to ensure you are getting the best items.  You can bet you will find high quality, gently loved items and some times, even new!

If you are expecting, know someone who is or just have a few little ones at home like we do, this is an event you shouldn’t miss!  

This will be the first time I’ve attended a consignment event like this and I cannot wait to get some stuff for the kids for the winter!

Important Dates & Info to Remember

If you are planning on getting involved, doing some shopping or want to check things out, here are some important dates!

Cash, MasterCard, Visa and Debit cards are acceptable forms of payment.
Sunday, September 21st 10am-7pm $3.00 admission
Monday, September 22nd 10am-7pm
Tuesday, September 23rd 10am-7pm
Wednesday, September 24th 10am-6pm
Thursday, September 25th 10am-5pm (*25% off day)
Friday, September 26th 10am-7pm (*50% off day)
Saturday, September 27th 10am-1pm (*50% off day)

*State Fair may be charging for parking. NOTE this is State Fair and not JBF!  You are welcome to park on the city streets or at the Petit Center and walk on over or bring your family and friends and split the cost of parking.
*Dressing rooms ARE NOT provided, so please measure your kiddos before you arrive.
*Only children 12 months and under are allowed in the sale and must be in a baby carrier. No strollers or wagons are permitted.
*Pursuant to the American with Disabilities Act, should you need accommodation in order to fully participate in our Just Between Friends Sale, please contact us at melindaherbert@jbfsale.com

**Twitter Party**

On Wednesday, September 17th, from 12NOON – 1:00pm CST, get ready to follow and tweet along using the #JBFMilwaukee and #consignment hashtags for your chance to win a front of the line pass and earn some JBF Bucks to use at the event and hunt down your #BestDeal!

Be sure to follow @JBFMilwaukee on Twitter

Want to save on entry to the sale on September 21st??  Grab the coupon below for free entry! (Print this page or bookmark it on your smartphone and show it at the door!)

For real-time updates about this event, please be sure to visit the Just Between Friends of Milwaukee County Facebook page.

Monster Jam Returns to Green Bay #MonsterJamGreenBay

*This post is made possible by Monster Jam. I received a promotional item in order to facilitate this review. All thoughts and opinions are my own. This post may contain affiliate links.*

It’s that time of year once again when monster trucks invade Green Bay and take over the Resch Center.  That’s right, Monster Jam is returning to the Resch Center on Saturday, April 5 at 2pm & 7:30pm and on Sunday, April 6 at 2pm.  Tickets on sale now at all Ticket Star locations, including the Resch Center box office, by phone at 800.895.0071 and online at www.ReschCenter.com

Tickets for Monster Jam®, the world’s premier Monster Jam truck series, are now on sale.Monster Jam events are affordably priced for the whole family with seats starting at $10 for children (2-12) and $20 for adults.

The Party in the Pits on Saturday, April 5 from 11:30am – 1pm gives fans the opportunity to get a view of the trucks up close and meet the drivers of the massive Monster Jam trucks.

The event will feature such Monster Jam trucks as four-time world champion Grave Digger, Iron Man, Team Hot Wheels Firestorm, Cleatus and Hometown Hero Just Get-R-Done, and Robo Machine.

 Approximately 12 feet tall and about 12 feet wide, Monster Jam trucks are custom-designed machines that sit atop 66-inch-tall tires and weigh a minimum of 10,000 pounds. Built for short, high-powered bursts of speed, Monster Jam trucks generate 1,500 to 2,000 horsepower and are capable of speeds of up to 100 miles per hour. Monster Jam trucks can fly up to125 to 130 feet (a distance greater than 14 cars side by side) and up to 35 feet in the air.

My boys had so much fun at the show last year.  Alexander could not believe how big the trucks were!

He is looking forward to going back again this year and can’t wait to see his favorite truck, Grave Digger!

Order your tickets today and use code GBMOM and save $4.00.

 

February Kidz Town Events – Howard

Story Time With Deb @ 10 am

Thursday, February 9th

Free with a paid admission

Deb Johnson of Budding Chefs will lead us in a Valentine’s Day story time and making a yummy Valentine’s Day treat!

Budding Chefs, LLC provides cooking classes for children ages 3 and up including in-home, community-based, and educational enrichment classes and scout troop cooking activities/Legacy cooking badge workshops.

Kids Night Out!! Valentine’s Day Party Friday, February 10th

5:00pm – 7:30pm

Cost Per Child: $12 (members),

$15 (non-members)

Love is in the air this month and our theme this time is a “Valentine’s Day Party”. Drop those little ones off and go have some time for yourself for a few hours. The kids will get to play in the town, make Valentine’s Day crafts, play fun games, eat pizza and make their very own dessert.

Pre-registration is required. Space is limited and will fill up FAST!

Call 434-1234 to sign your child up.

Happy Valentine’s Day!

Tuesday, February 14th

$2.00 off admission price if you wear red or pink to show your Valentine’s Day spirit!

Girls Night Out! Scrapbooking Fun! Friday, February 17th

6:30pm to midnight

Cost: $10 – includes snacks and drinks

Join us for a night of scrapbooking fun! Do you have pictures you took from this past summer or fall? Maybe you have pictures from last year. This is a great time to get together with friends and get those pictures in albums so your family can start enjoying them. You will have tools such as punches, cutting systems and a Cricut machine for you to use. Call 434-1234 to sign up and reserve your spot TODAY!!

Crafty Kids @ 10 am

Wednesday, February 22nd

Join us for some fun, while you guide your child through creating their very own master piece to take home. “Crafty Kids” will be held monthly to let your child release their creativity! Class size is limited. Free with admission.