Attention Beverly Cleary fans- the new feature film from her Beloved book series hits the silver screen this weekend ( July 23rd, 2010).
More to come after I preview the film this weekend. Check out the trailer and the web site at the following link.
Ramona & Beezus Hits Theaters This Weekend – Check out the web site!
Mirror, mirror on the wall, who has the truest heart of all? Well – this is the question that is asked in the next Veggietales episode from the studios of Big Idea called “Sweetpea Beauty – A Girl after God’s Own Heart”.
This new installment deals with a Lesson About True Beauty.
According to Big Idea The story goes like this . . .
“Once upon a time, there lived a royally sour blueberry, a fair rhubarb maiden
and a dastardly deceptive mirror! Sweetpea Beauty knows that what’s on the inside is what matters most, but insecure Queen Blueberry can’t see past her own reflection! So, when a decree is handed down that only the most beautiful can rule the land, the Queen gets nervous and things turn ugly! Banished to the dark forest, Sweetpea’s fate seems bleak until a charming prince, a band of merry minstrels and seven snow peas come to the rescue! Will Sweetpea and her friends be able to warn the Queen in time to save her from the clutches of the tricky mirror — or will the crumbling kingdom and the Queen’s own heart be lost forever? Find out in this fairy “Veggie” tale about the real meaning of true beauty”. Stay tuned for this new installment this summer!
Also on the new disk will be the new Silly Song is called “Pants” and I wonder if it will be able to top “The Hairbrush Song”? We’ll just have to wait and see.
New compilation DVD coming this summer . . .
The girls are taking over on this summer and Bob and Larry are focusing on the stories from the softer side of life in a compilation DVD called “Girl Power” featuring Madame Blueberry, Esther and Duke and The Great Pie Wars.
Street date for Veggietales Sweetpea Beauty DVD is July 31st, 2010.
It is going to be an exciting Fall this year! Because I am a VeggieTales fan and there is a HUGE new crop of Veggietales products that are arriving in time for the Fall harvest. Or plenty of time for all the birthdays, Harvest parties and Christmas.
Well – just arrived back from St. Louis. For some reason the song “nothing could be finer that (something in St.Louie). Sorry – I digress. Anyway – good news about Veggietales for all the Veggie fans around the world. Here is an overview of some of the new stuff from Bob and Larry. First and foremost the new fall episode is called “It’s a Meaningful Life” – a cross between a Wonderful Life meets Polar Express. Sounds and looks like it will be a great episode and the focus is a lesson in Courage.
So there is also new books, music, plush, Christmas, umbrellas, backpacks, photo frames, 2010 calendars, nativity playset, shoes, playground balls, puzzles and so much more. You can check it all out at Kidzonearth.com.
The biggest news of all ( in my opinion) is the return of the Larryboy Mobile! Yes the Larry Mobile is making a comeback!! Yah hoo. Check it out here and you can also pre order ( historically they go very fast). Pre Order Larry Mobile here
The Larryboy Mobile had all been retired last year with no clear hope of ever seeing this beloved toy on the shelve again. The beacon from Bumblyburg sent out a message of hope this past week. The Larryboy Mobile is coming back to KidzOnEarth.com! Yes indeed – this is true and we are excited for Larryboy fans everywhere.
Fans can pre order the Larryboy Mobile for a Fall / September ship date.
Go to the following web page to pre order your Larrymobile KidzOnEarth.com
This thing is cool! The surf simulator was featured on Extreme Home Makeover in May of 2010 ( The Carr Family). Check out the Extreme Home Makeover Episode featuring the Surf Simulator. Bethany Hamilton was a guest as well in this episode. FYI – Bethany has a new movie coming to theaters soon called “Soul Surfer” ( Spring of 2011).
Anyway the description of the room from the ABC web site states the following.
“The Surfing Room — Paige decked out the walls and floors to make us feel like we’re in the ocean. Ryanne and Haydn even have a surfboard that links to a surfing game in their room. Hang ten, kids!”
The Surf Board reacts to the movement of the surfer as they cut back and forth ripping thru each wave into the barrel.
You can hire the Surf Simulator for events for churches, youth groups, trade shows, birthday parties and such. Pretty cool stuff!! You can surf, get your photo with the surf board and the locals.
Contact us via email and we will put you in touch with the right people for more information.
It is summer time once again and it is also time to be creative with regards to family outings that will not break the bank. We have a few ideas that will apply to specific events in Portland Oregon – but many cities will also feature similar events for families.
Great Family Places To Eat!
Check out The Grilled Cheese Grill in North East Portland
(Alberta Street area). This cool eatery sits on the corner and is an old Air stream Trailer and you order your Grilled Cheese Sandwich ( that is all they serve) any way you may want it served. Than you can mosey on over to the old school bus where you can grab a seat for the entire family and enjoy your Grilled Cheese master piece.
Veggietales Family Event!
Are you looking for some inexpensive ideas for your family this 
summer? Check out this idea!
Mark your calendar for a Veggietales family event on Saturday July 31 @ 10:30am for the latest installment in the Veggietales series of videos. We will be showing the new Veggietales episode on the BIG Screen. We will also have door prizes to give away and as always we have a great time learning about how much Gods loves us.
This event will be held at the Hollywood Theater located at 4122 NE Sandy Blvd in Portland Oregon. Tickets are available at the door the day of the event for $2.50 per person. For more information go to http://www.kidzonearth.com or call 503-333-1026.
FREE MEAL FOR KIDS!
Many restaurants offer FREE meal for kids with with the purchase of an adult meal. These offers can really help this summer and can keep costs down as you plan you Staycation Events this summer.
FREE MOVIE NIGHTS IN THE PARK!
Check your local parks for Free movies for families. Portland Oregon has a full summer schedule of Free movies in the park. Check your local parks and Rec web site for more details on times and locations and movies playing.
Outreach Films announced the news about the hit movie – “To Save A Life”. The DVD and the Blue Ray version will be in stores on August 3rd, 2010. This film has had a tremendous impact on teenagers and youth groups across the country. This is a film for teenagers and is PG13.
Here is a testimony from a grandma.
Thank you so very much Paul for your efforts in getting this word out. It is about loving these kids where they live, now, not after they have been all washed and cleaned up. May the Lord bless you greatly, Keep up the good Godly work, I am praying for you and what you are doing…. Changing the World one young person at a time….”
Grandmother from Medford Oregon
In my opinion “The Pistol” was and is one of the greatest – if not the most incredible basketball players of all time. For those of you who do not know who the “The Pistol” is – well I am talking about Pistol Pete Maravich.
Some may disagree with me – but go and look up some of the scoring records from college ball. Pete still holds some of the records ( before the 3 point line I might add).
Anyway – this is the movie about how Pete grew up and fell in love with basketball. The synopsis goes as follows;
They said he was too short. They said he was a misfit. They said he didn’t know how to play basketball. Pete Maravich knew better. His father had taught him that with discipline, dedication, desire and confidence, he could achieve any dream. Pete Maravich’s dream was to become one of basketball’s greatest players. The Pistol Birth of a Legend is the uplifting and inspirational story of how Pete Maravich started to make his dream come true. It was a dream that propelled him to become the youngest inductee into the Basketball Hall of Fame. Pete Maravich revolutionized the game of basketball. He showed how family, hard work, and a whole lot of heart could make anything possible.”
Check out the movie and if you can grab a copy make the purchase. It is a good movie!
Go to Kidzonearth.com to purchase a copy of the DVD.
Movie carries G-Rating; G as in great!” – Billy Watkins, The Clarion Ledger.
The Pistol The Birth of a Legend stars: Millie Perkins – Nick Benedict – Adam Guier – Tom Lester – Boots Garland
Producers: Darrel Campbell and Rodney Stone
Inspirational Edition DVD
Bonus Materials: Pete’s Personal Story – God’s Green Acres with Tom Lester – Life On The Edge TV Show Clip – Producers Chat – “Making the Pistol” Behind the Birth of a Legend – Bloopers & Out-Takes – All New Theatrical Trailer – Pistol Pete Trivia – Pete’s Records Gallery – English and Spanish Soundtrack – Producers Commentary Track.
PrezQuest Live Events, powered by FraboomLive! Check out the web site and Play amazingly fun cartoon games with other parents, kids and a live actor/actress playing right before your eyes.
Yes that is right – a live teacher! Check out this all new web site for families to learn about American history, government and interesting presidential history.
Faith and Family Films News and Notes 
