Many readers may know that our family recently moved from Maryland to PA. This past weekend we experienced blizzard conditions, so I thought I'd share some snow photos with you.
The shoveling and digging out was only beginning..and yes, hubby had to borrow my scarf because we couldn't dry them fast enough!
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Last year, was truly a great year for movies! Cinderella, and Inside Out were among our favorites (I have yet to see The Good Dinosaur or Star Wars the Force Awakens).
There are some incredible movies coming from Walt Disney Studios in 2016! There is something for everyone; action, adventure, and more Star Wars! I've included trailers that are currently available. My favorites are Finding Dory, Alice Through the Looking Glass, Zootopia, the BFG, and The Jungle Book!
Here is a sneak peek:
January 29, 2016 –The Finest Hours (Walt Disney Studios)
#TheFinestHours
Trailer:
March 4, 2016 - Zootopia (Walt Disney Animation Studios)
#Zootopia
Trailer:
April 15, 2016 – The Jungle Book
(Walt Disney Studios)
#JungleBook
Trailer:
May 6, 2016 – Captain America: Civil War (Marvel)
#CaptainAmericaCivilWar
Trailer:
May 27, 2016 – Alice Through the Looking Glass (Walt Disney Studios)
August 12, 2016 - Pete’s Dragon (Walt Disney Studios)
#PetesDragon
Fall 2016 – Queen of Katwe (Walt Disney Studios)
#QueenOfKatwe
November 4, 2016 – Doctor Strange (Marvel)
#DoctorStrange
November 23, 2016 - Moana (Walt Disney Animation Studios)
#Moana
December 16, 2016 – Rogue One: A Star Wars Story (Lucasfilm)
#RogueOne
TBD 2016 – The Light Between Oceans (DreamWorks Pictures)
#TheLightBetweenOceans
No compensation was received for this post. All info provided by Walt Disney Pictures and used with permission. Which movie is on your must-watch list?
We are excited for Disney Pixar's The Good Dinosaur coming to Blu-ray™ Combo Pack, Digital
HD and Disney Movies Anywhere February 23! It's a movie the whole family can enjoy.
From the innovative minds of Disney•Pixar
comes a hilariously heartwarming adventure about the power of confronting and
overcoming your fears and discovering who you are meant to be.
The Good Dinosaur asks the question: What
if the asteroid that forever changed life on Earth missed the planet
completely, and giant dinosaurs never became extinct?
In this epic journey into
the world of dinosaurs, an apatosaurus named Arlo makes an unlikely human
friend. While traveling through a harsh and mysterious landscape, Arlo learns
the power of confronting his fears and discovers what he is truly capable of.
Bring home this
original story full of humor, heart, action and imagination, perfect for the
whole family!
BONUS:Digital HD*, Blu-ray Combo
Pack & Disney Movies Anywhere (DMA)
THEATRICAL SHORT – Sanjay’s Super Team - Sanjay loves the world of cartoons and
comics, while his father tries to draw him into his Hindu traditions.
Reluctance quickly turns into awe-inspiring adventure as the boy embarks on an
amazing journey, returning with a new perspective they can both embrace.
TRUE LIES ABOUT DINOSAURS - We know – it’s preposterous to think
Apatosaurs spoke English. Learn more about what separates the fictional dinosaurs
of “The Good Dinosaur“ from what scientists know about real dinosaurs.
RECYCLOSAURUS - Pixar takes creative competition seriously. Maybe a little too
seriously. Watch as “The Good Dinosaur” crew competes to see which department
can create the best dinosaur ever…using only discarded items from the studio’s
“free table.”
THE FILMMAKERS’ JOURNEY - Finding your way from an idea to a film
takes a lot of exploration. Director Peter Sohn and his fellow filmmakers talk
about the challenging, inspiring, and unexpectedly emotional experience of
making “The Good Dinosaur.”
EVERY PART OF THE DINOSAUR - The filmmakers talk about the special
animation challenges of “The Good Dinosaur” – including figuring out how to
animate a dinosaur who’s really a boy, and a boy who’s got the spirit of a dog.
FOLLOWING THE T-REX TRAIL - Follow the filmmakers as they travel to a
working cattle ranch and meet the McKays, a close-knit family whose work ethic,
generosity, and stories inspired the T-Rex ranchers of the film.
COMMENTARY - Commentary from director Peter Sohn, story
supervisor Kelsey Mann, supervising animator Mike Venturini, director of
photography/lighting Sharon Calahan, and supervising technical director Sanjay
Bakshi.
DINO BITES - Montage of original animated pieces
produced to promote “The Good Dinosaur.”
HIDE AND SEEK - A short animated clip produced to promote “The
Good Dinosaur.”
DELETED SCENES
oThe Attack - An
idyllic introduction to the family farm is cut short when a savage predator
attacks the newborn Arlo. With an introduction by Director Peter Sohn.
oBuilding the Silo – An admiring Arlo is thrilled to follow
along as his father builds a silo for the family farm. With an introduction by
Director Peter Sohn.
oWaiting for Poppa – Arlo awaits the return of his beloved
father on a stormy night, only to be greeted with tragic news. With an
introduction by Director Peter Sohn.
Blu-ray 3D & DVD:
·THEATRICAL
SHORT – Sanjay’s Super Team
Digital
Exclusive:
Just Listen - Trace the development of the unique
soundscape of “The Good Dinosaur,” from the wilds of British Columbia as Sound
Designer Craig Berkey collects sounds, to the recording studio where Jeff and
Mychael Danna use instruments from around the world to create the music.
For over 90 years, The Walt Disney Studios has
been the foundation on which The Walt Disney Company was built. Today, the
Studio brings quality movies, music and stage plays to consumers throughout the
world. Feature films are released under the following banners: Disney,
including Walt Disney Animation Studios and Pixar Animation Studios;
Disneynature; Marvel Studios; Lucasfilm; and Touchstone Pictures, the banner
under which live-action films from DreamWorks Studios are distributed. The
Disney Music Group encompasses the Walt Disney Records and Hollywood Records
labels, as well as Disney Music Publishing. The Disney Theatrical Group
produces and licenses live events, including Disney on Broadway, Disney On Ice
and Disney Live!.
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LEGO® FRIENDS: GIRLZ 4 LIFEis now available on digital HD 1/19 and is coming to Blu-ray Combo Pack and DVD 2/2 just in time for Valentine's Day! If you have a Lego Friends fan at home, they will be excited about this fun movie about friendship.
True Friendship in the Glamorous World of Pop!Join Olivia, Stephanie, Emma, Mia and Andrea, as they learn about friendship, fame and pop star fun in Heartlake City.The
girls’ friendships are tested when mega pop star Livi comes to
Heartlake City. When our friends’ hit song “Girlz” is stolen by Livi’s
manager, it’s time for a cunning plan.
As
the girls try to tell Livi the truth about her latest hit single, they
all learn that fame isn’t everything and sometimes friendship is the
most precious thing in the world.Also be sure to visit the official L2M website to stay updated with all things L2M:www.L2MOfficial.com
• Grab your pop star microphone because it’s sing-along night! Click the
play button to watch the special sing-along music video for Girlz by
L2M.
• Listen to the song High Tops by L2M and click to watch the “Meet
L2M” video that introduces the next girl-pop power sensation.
• Download the “Girlz 4 Life” Activity Pack and to unlock your inner
pop star! Kit includes Selfie props, a “Spot the Difference” game,
making the Band DIY pop star instruments, Friendship Card and more!
• Click on LEGO® FRIENDS: GIRLZ 4 LIFE Blu-ray Combo Pack for a link where the film can be purchased!
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We received a Kung Fu Panda party kit as a Fox Insider. All opinions and Kung Fu Panda love are ours.
One of our favorite things to do on the weekends is to have a home movie night with a family-themed film we all can enjoy.
This past weekend we had a Kung Fu Panda party in celebration of the re-release of Kung Fu Panda 1 & 2 on DVD and Kung Fu Panda 3 coming to theaters. Fox Home Entertainment sent us a really fun party kit including cupcake holders, adorable plush Po, fortune cookies, bamboo straws, goody bags, stickers, and tableware. My girls are little and have shorter attention spans, so
instead of watching the movies back-to-back, we spread them out over the
course of the weekend. They were so excited to have their very own Po
to watch Kung Fu Panda 1 & 2 with!
Since we've all been feeling under the weather these past couple of weeks {colds and bronchitis, tis the season}, we decided to keep things fairly simple.
We ordered Chinese take-out with fried rice, egg rolls, won-ton soup, sweet and sour chicken, teriyaki sticks, and gave the munchkins spaghetti noodles (our youngest has serious food allergies and the oldest is a picky eater). We also had slushies, cupcakes, and animal crackers for dessert.
My girl tried out chopsticks for the first time and did very well picking up her noodles. I was very impressed!
AK loves animals, especially panda bears, so this series has been a big hit! There's action, humor, and even some heart-warming moments among the SKADOOSH. Now that we're all refreshed on the first two films, we can't wait for Kung Fu Panda 3!
If you are looking for more ideas to host your own Kung Fu Panda party, check out these great posts from other #FHEInsiders:
Don't forget to download some Kung Fu Panda Printables for the kiddos including party invitations, certificates, book marks, and more. While you're there, enter to win Kung Fu Panda 1 & 2 on DVD!
What are your favorite ideas for home movie night?
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