It's been a while since I've done a DIY but I have all the time in the world to do it now since life consists of working from home and staying from home. I got bored with some of the wall decor I had in my room so I decided to use some of the things that I had around the house and created new wall decor without spending a single dime. Can you get more frugal than that? How cute did these turn out? I used my scrapbook paper. I cut them to size to fit in the frames. I also spray painted the frames. This was super easy and quick. Took me a total of 30 minutes.
Holidays are around the corner and our budget has gotten tighter. So I decided that my partner and I had to come up with some fun and cheap ways to entertain our kids.
Paint/Draw together:
This is something I found that the kids love to do. We tend to do this and talk about our feelings. Mostly because I am in school for Art Therapy and they actually enjoy it! Painting is something they love to do and they are really good at it!
Movie Night:
We love to watch movies with the kids that have messages. We usually have a discussion about the movie afterward and ask them what have they learned or taken from the film to apply to their life.
Nintendo Switch:
Who doesn't love video games? We have some great family games that we just love. We tend to break out into teams but sometimes it's parents against kids LOL. It's fun and it lasts for hours!
Travel:
We will occasionally take the kids into the city and just show them landmarks and sometimes we just walk around and take in the city. That is something we haven't done lately due to COVID however we do plan on going for some drives while staying in the car.
Target just released an update on what they plan on doing for Black Friday. Y'all this news is great! Read it below!
When is Black Friday 2020 at Target?
Target will offer Black Friday deals throughout the entire month of November, with discounts in Home, Apparel & Accessories, Electronics and more.
When will Target’s Black Friday ads be released?
Each Thursday (starting 10/29), guests can preview the upcoming week’s Black Friday Now deals. Sign up to be the first to receive Target’s weekly ad reminders.
Is Black Friday pricing guaranteed?
For the first time, Target is extending its Price Match Guarantee beyond 14 days. From Nov. 1 through Dec. 24, guests can request a price adjustment for any item advertised as a “Black Friday deal” if it is offered for a lower price at Target or Target.com. This offers even more assurance that guests can count on Target’s greatest deal, regardless of when they shop. As always, Target will match select competitors’ prices within 14 days of a purchase throughout the majority of the season. More details here.
What are Target store hours on Black Friday?
Target’s store locator will have up to date hours for your local store on Black Friday.
I've been on a hiatus for quite some time and then COVID happened. So many new things have happened but of course, I am private so that's something I don't want to share. Just know I will be coming back and it will be better than ever! Just give me a couple of months so I can get things in order and pass my fall semester classes. :-)
PHILADELPHIA (March 2, 2020) -- The Mann Center for the Performing Arts, one of the foremost open-air music centers in the country and a leading cultural and arts education nonprofit in Philadelphia, and Live Nation, the world's leading live entertainment company, announced today an exclusive, multi-year booking partnership to bring a dynamic summer line-up of leading touring artists to the Mann’s iconic campus in Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park.
The long-term partnership, with possible extensions, is effective immediately for the Mann’s summer 2020 season. Highlights of the new agreement include:
- Collaboration between the Mann and Live Nation to elevate the guest experience at the venue through new concession options, enhanced VIP opportunities, and more.
- Development of new immersive, signature musical festivals that maximize the Mann’s multiple stages and expansive, Fairmount Park campus.
- Capital investment by Live Nation throughout the term of the agreement to support the Mann’s multi-year master plan for ongoing campus improvements.
- An annual charitable contribution made by Live Nation in support of the Mann’s charitable endeavors and mission.
“The Mann is continually focused on aligning with strong partners to support our commitment to presenting world-class, diverse, entertainment; providing incredible, memorable experiences for our guests; and positively impacting Philadelphia communities through free experiences with enriching arts and culture. Live Nation is certainly a partner that embodies all of that, and we are thrilled to be formally working together with them,” said Catherine M. Cahill, President and CEO of the Mann. “Their portfolio of artists together with our commitment to presenting world-class orchestras, including The Philadelphia Orchestra’s annual summer residency, will only add to our legacy as a premier entertainment destination, dedicated to artistic excellence, where a wide variety of musical genres can be enjoyed,” she said.
“The Mann is one of Philadelphia’s premiere music destinations, and we’re honored to support this non-profit’s dedication to the local community and artistic excellence,” said Geoffrey Gordon, President of Live Nation Philadelphia. “We brought the iconic Roots Picnic to the Mann last summer for a sold-out performance and are excited to usher in more world-class events and performers, such as HoagieNation, a celebration of music, food and culture curated and headlined by Daryl Hall and John Oates, featuring special guests Squeeze, Kool & The Gang, and the Hooters, the return of the Roots Picnic, and more.”
The Mann’s 22-acre campus, a frequent nominee for Pollstar’s “Best Major Outdoor Concert Venue,” consists of four distinct stage experiences for both artists and audiences:
- The Presser Foundation Stage, the Mann’s venerable main stage in the TD Pavilion which seats 4,500 and can accommodate another 10,000 concertgoers in Connelly Terrace seating and on the Mann’s Great Lawn
- Skyline Stage, positioned at the top of the Mann’s campus overlooking the dramatic Philadelphia skyline; accommodates 7,500 general admission guests on three acres of grassy parkland
- Expanded site for multi-stage festivals, utilizing existing and temporary stages, for upwards of 25,000 guests
- New Downstage @ the Mann series for intimate, in-the-round experiences where both artists and audiences of up to 300 are on The Presser Foundation Stage
Live Nation at the Mann 2020
The Live Nation shows announced to date are listed below. For a full list of shows that have been announced to date for summer 2020, and to purchase tickets, visit www.manncenter.org.
May 23 HoagieNation 2020 featuring Daryl Hall & John Oates, Squeeze, Kool & The Gang, The Hooters, Blues Traveler and more
August 5 Lindsey Stirling: The Artemis Tour (On Sale Friday at 10 a.m. EST)
September 11 New Order & Pet Shop Boys: The Unity Tour
About the Mann
As one of the foremost outdoor music centers in the country, the Mann, a leading non-profit organization, has a historical legacy of artistic excellence as a world-class entertainment destination. Each summer season, renowned symphony orchestras, iconic rock stars, and the latest touring artists in indie, rock, hip hop, R&B, and pop take the stage here. The Mann is the summer home of The Philadelphia Orchestra and has presented critically acclaimed performers in every decade since the 1930s. Located in the heart of Philadelphia’s Fairmount Park, the Mann hosts more than 200,000 visitors annually. Signature concert experiences are surrounded by Philadelphia’s stunning skyline and include seats beneath the Mann’s acoustically acclaimed TD Pavilion; picnics, blankets, and music under the stars on its great lawn; and dining in Crescendo, the venue’s spectacular tented restaurant. For more information, visit www.MannCenter.org.
About Live Nation
Live Nation Entertainment (NYSE:LYV) is the world’s leading live entertainment company comprised of global market leaders: Ticketmaster, Live Nation Concerts and Live Nation Sponsorship. For additional information, visit www.livenationentertainment.
I loved how their journals are set up. In front of the journals, you'll find a table where you can write the page number and the topic of that entry. You can see it pictured above. The great thing about these journals is that you can use fountain pens and there won't be any issues. Head over to their site and check out all of their collections. You will not be disappointed.
Back to the therapy talk. Art therapy is a specialized area of mental health that uses art materials and the creative process to explore emotions, reduce anxiety, increase self-esteem, and resolve other psychological conflicts. I'm going to school to get my degree in psychology and art therapy. Expressive writing has been very helpful to me. I've released two poetry books in which I talk about abuse, love, and everything in between. After receiving these products from Letts of London, I've thought about filling these journals with all of my poetry to leave for my children to read.
Start writing and if you choose to, share it. If not then keep a log just for you. Head over to their website (Letts of London) and start your journaling.
