Everyday Adventures With Kids: July 2018

Wednesday, July 25, 2018

Back To School Must Have's & Awesome Locker Deals

Summer is slipping away so fast it is scary ya'll. I am starting to see Back To School items appearing in Target and I wish I could hit the pause button for summer to slow down. I have a rising middle schooler and two rising 2nd graders. I love to start school supply shopping when the deals start.

Target has already started Back To School deals ya'll!

Elmer's Glue bottles $.50
Plastic prong folders $.50
Pencil Sharpeners $.50
Crayola Colored Pencil 12 count $.99
Crayola Washable Markers 12 count $.99

I know my daughter is going to want this adorable Unicorn pencil case (just $4.99)

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And if you have a mermaid fan then you will want to snag this adorable mermaid tail pencil case before they're sold out! Just $5.99

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Looking for a cute pencil box? I found an adorable Mermaid sequin pencil box at Justice for under $13

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Middle School locker accessories:
I have seen some cute locker accessories at Five Below. My middle school daughter loves Justice. I have found some super cute back to school supplies at Justice. They have some adorable sparkly bookbags, lunchboxes and water bottles.

Walmart has a lot of great deals for back to school supplies. I found a super cute pink locker https://www.walmart.com/ip/LOCKER-KIT/727463801 for just $9.84 This is a great value! The kit includes a pink locker shelf, 2 pink magnets, magnetic dry erase board and dry erase marker, pink magnetic mirror and a cup! Wow!

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Looking for a great deal!? Target has a locker accessory kit for just $12.99 that includes a grey locker shelf, magnetic pencil cup, magnetic mirror, dry erase markers and 2 magnets!

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Target has tons of awesome deals on colorful locker shelves, magnetic pencil cups, decor, etc.

locker shelf available in 3 fun colors just $6.99

How cute is this magnetic Unicorn hook for lockers? Just $3.99

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If your middle schooler is a Unicorn lover like my daughter then she will probably love this adorable Unicorn Locker Mirror at Justice. It is under $20

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Wednesday, July 4, 2018

Tips And Info On Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2018 #Disney

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party is going to be here before you know it! This year the party starts even earlier....in August! I am going to share with you some great tips on beating the crowds and making the most of your visit.

DIY Alert! You can create your own Mickey pumpkin before you leave for your magical vacation! Just use toothpicks (or a nail) to attach the mini pumpkins to the big pumpkin. Purchase vinyl for the eyes, nose and mouse!

Mickey's Not-So-Scary Halloween Party 2018 Dates:

August 17, 24, 28, 31
September 3, 7, 9, 11, 14, 16, 18, 21, 23, 25, 28, 30
October 2, 4, 5, 8, 9, 11, 12, 14, 16, 18, 19, 21, 23, 25, 26, 28, 30, 31

*Tips*

The cheapest party dates are the first 3 Tuesdays in September. Tickets are just $75 for adults and kids ages 10+. Tickets are $70/kids ages 3-9. This would make the total cost for a family of 5 just $383.41 VS paying for a party in October when the rates increase to $99/adult and $90/kids ages 3-9 totaling $511.21 for a family of 5. The savings is a difference of $128. Now if you attend the party in mid October on a Friday night that will cost $109/adult and $104/kid totaling $564.46 making Friday night parties in October the priciest time to attend the party!

Attending the party in September means the park is not as crowded because school has just started back for most of the East Coast. I highly recommend attending the party on one of the first 3 Tuesdays in September. If you absolutely can not attend in September I would recommend attending the party on a Tuesday in October.

Friday night parties tend to be the busiest because of the locals who choose to attend the parks on the weekends.

The party starts at 7 pm but guests with a party ticket may enter the park at 4:00 pm. Be sure to get in line just before 4:00 so you can go through baggage check and be at the entrance at 4:00. Be sure to grab a park map with the trick or treating locations. Bring your own bag so your little one's can get lots of candy! They do give out complimentary treat bags also if you forgot one.

Don't waste precious party time with a sit down dinner. Pack a cooler with food or visit a quick service in the park to save time. Make a game plan so that you can make the most of your time at the party.

Expected Show Times for Key Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party 2018 Entertainment:

Mickey's "Boo-To-You" Halloween Parade - 9:15 p.m., 11:15 p.m.
Happy HalloWishes Fireworks - 10:15 p.m.
Hocus Pocus Villain Spelltacular - 8:15 p.m., 10:45 p.m., 12 a.m.
Cadaver Dan's - 7:15 p.m., 8 p.m., 8:50 p.m., 9:55 p.m., 10:50 p.m

I recommend attending the 2nd parade at 11:15 pm, this will be much less easier to find a good seat and much less crowded. During the 1st parade at 9:15 pm plan to take advantage of the rides and meeting characters. Most people attend the 1st parade so you will have very minimal wait time for the rides and characters.

Mickey's Not So Scary Halloween Party 2018 Expected Treat Locations:

Main Street, U.S.A.