Have you seen the Feb/Mar birthday party issue of MOM Magazine? Check it out here.

Laser Trek at Putters is giving away 10 free passes - share with us in the comments section below details about the best birthday party you've either thrown or attended. We'll randomly pick a commenter to win.

It's that time again - I'm making my shopping lists to prepare for the upcoming months. One cool new thing I have on my list for a stocking stuffer is this mini marshmallow shooter from the Marshmallow Fun Company - I just know my kids will love them.

What fun/unique things will your kids be getting this holiday seasons? Comment below and we will randomly select one person on December 9th to win a mini marshmallow shooter just in time to stuff in a stocking.

I used Random.org to generate a number based on the number of entrants. It produced number 17, so lucky blog commenter #17 - Alison Bryant is the winner! Congratulations Alison, I hope you have a blast at Disney on Ice! Please let us know how the show is.

THE TOYS ARE BACK IN TOWN!

MOM Magazine is giving away a family 4 pack of tickets to Disney on Ice to one lucky reader. In the comment section below, tell us if you have ever seen a Disney on Ice show, and if so, which one. We'll randomly pick a winner on October 17th.

DISNEY ON ICE PRESENTSDISNEY•PIXAR'S TOY STORY 3

IS COMING TO PORTLAND, OCTOBER 27 - 30!

WHAT: Toy Story 3, the Academy Award^®-winning smash hit blockbuster, is so hot it's cool as everyone's favorite toys take to the ice in Disney On Ice presents Disney•Pixar's Toy Story 3! An accomplished creative team and a cast of world-class skaters are bringing Woody, the pull-string cowboy; space ranger Buzz Lightyear; Jessie, the yodeling cowgirl; and the rest of the Toy Story gang to fans and families around the country in this all-new, high-energy ice spectacular.

Inspired by the #1 animated movie of all time, Toy Story 3, and memorable moments from Toy Story and Toy Story 2, everyone's favorite characters are hitting the ice in this sensational live production coming to Portland for seven performances!  Catch all the heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever.  Plus a few new faces join the fun, including Barbie's groovy bachelor Ken and Lots-o'-Huggin' Bear.  It's the biggest Toy Story experience ever on ice, jam-packed with fast-paced adventure such as Buzz's galactic battle with Emperor Zurg and a hoe-down on the set of  "Woody's Roundup."  Relive the humor, friendship and charm of Toy Story when Disney On Ice presents Disney•Pixar's Toy Story 3 takes family fun to infinity and beyond!

WHEN:            October 27 - 30, 2011

Thursday, October 27^th - 7:30 p.m.

Friday, October 28^th - 7:30 p.m.

Saturday, October 29^th - 12:00 p.m., 3:30 p.m. & 7:00 p.m.

Sunday, October 30^th - 1:00 p.m. & 4:30 p.m.

WHERE: The Rose Garden - One Center Court Portland, OR 97227

TICKETS:          Ticket price levels are $17, $21, $36 (VIP) and $62 (Front Row). Opening Night tickets available for only $11 each (not valid on premium seating; limit 10 tickets per order). Tickets are available at the Rose Quarter Box Office, all participating Safeway/TicketsWest outlets, by calling 877.789.ROSE, or at ComcastTIX.com. For groups of 10 and more please call 503.963.4400.

Share your favorite animal story for a chance to win an overnight stay at Wildlife Animal Safari Park July 23-24 for four people. Post your story in the comment section below...we'll randomly choose the winner (by a hat drawing) on July 1st!

Experience Wildlife Safari in the moonlight with the new Camp Tiki. Designed for families, groups and clubs, this overnight camping trip in the Safari Village includes lions, tigers and bears - You won't get any closer to a world-wide safari than this!

Congratulations to the following people - you each won a family 4 pack of tickets to Disney Live!

From the blog giveaway:

Becky Thompson

Jeannie

From the Facebook giveaway:

Charissa Burnside

Mickey Mouse is bringing his magic show to Oregon! And MOM Magazine is giving away tickets to see the amazing show. Just comment on the question below for a chance to win a Family 4-pack of tickets.

Favorite Disney Characters and World Class Illusions Combine in Disney Live! presents Mickey's Magic Show

Eugene show at Matthew Knight Arena
Thursday, January 20, 2011 at 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
Tickets priced at $55.00, $45.00, $34.00, $27.00 and $22.00

Portland show at Rose Quarter (Theatre of the Clouds)
Friday, January 21, 2011 at 3:30 p.m. and 6:30 p.m
Tickets priced at $58.00, $45.00, $34.00, $27.00 and $22.00
(877) 789-ROSE

In a captivating combination, favorite Disney characters join a professional illusionist live on stage in a performance that will excite and delight children of all ages. From Feld Entertainment, the producers of Disney On Ice, Disney Live! presents Mickey's Magic Show brings audiences into a world where Disney magic takes on a whole new meaning.

To win tickets, answer this question in the comments section:

Who is your favorite Disney Character?

Coment below. Winner will be contacted via email, so be sure your contact info is correct and current. Contest ends at noon on January 20th, 2011.

Kelley Reese's simple and inspiring jewelry stylishly gives moms subtle reminders of important qualities that we all embrace.  To let all you moms out there know that you are strong and beautiful, we are giving away Kelley Reese's strength necklace, like the one pictured above.

In the comments section below, tell us about your strongest holiday memory. We will randomly draw a name on Friday, December 10th to win the bracelet.

You can view her entire collection of gorgeous jewelry here.

There is no doubt that one of the hottest gift items this holiday season will be Pillow Pets. Pillow Pets was gracious enough to supply MOM Magazine with a Pillow Pet as part of our holiday giveaway.

I was first introduced to the darling things while in Target one day several months ago. I was happily walking down the isle when I heard a grown woman scream "O. M. G. THEY HAVE PILLOW PETS!" I watched her rush to an end cap filled with puppies, lady bugs and unicorns. Soon after that, I started hearing about them everywhere.

For a chance to win a Pillow Pet from MOM Magazine answer the following in our comments:

Does your child have a pillow pet? If yes, which one? If no, is it on his/her wish list?

We will randomly select a winner on Friday, December 10th, so check back often!