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Come From Away at Segerstrom Center for the Arts Now through February 17th 2019

The September 11, 2011 attacks shook the entire world to its core. I clearly remember watching the footage on the television, and feeling devastated and confused. The entire world stood still as the the chaos and tragedy unfolded. This week, my daughter Clarissa and I attended the premiere of “Come From Away” at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa . This show is the longest Broadway running show in Canada, and it is no surprise because this unique musical is sensational!

Disclosure: Thank you Segerstrom Center for the Arts for inviting us to see “Come From Away.” All opinions are my own.

ABOUT COME FROM AWAY

This incredible musical is based on a true story that took place Gander, a small town in Canada. This story gives audiences a glimpse in the week following the September 11th attacks, and what transpired when 38 planes were ordered to land unexpectedly in this remote town. The characters in the musical are based on (and in most cases share the names of) real Gander residents as well as some of the 7,000 stranded travelers they housed and fed. During “ Operation Yellow Ribbon, “cultures clashed and nerves ran high, but uneasiness turned into trust, music soared into the night, and gratitude grew into enduring friendships and surprising romances.

We laughed, we cried, and the music deeply moved us. This show was like a running carousel that had seamless song and scene transitions. There was no intermission. The story is told through storytelling catchy music.

The multitalented performers flawlessly changed voices, accents, and sang harmoniously in sync. We were blown away by their insane talent and versatility.

Don’t miss this breathtaking new musical written by Tony® nominees Irene Sankoff and David Hein, and helmed by this year’s Tony-winning Best Director, Christopher Ashley.

This astounding show is a MUST-SEE and runs through February 17th at Segerstrom Center for the Arts.

*Running time (approximate): 1 hour and 40 minutes with no intermission

COME FROM AWAY Segerstrom Center for the Arts

Address: Segerstrom Hall 600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA

February 5 – 17, 2019

Tuesday – Friday at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at 2 and 7:30 p.m.

Sunday at 1 and 6:30 p.m.

The 2 p.m. performance on Saturday, February 16, 2019 will include audio description, open captioning and sign-language interpretation.

Tickets – Start at $29 In person

Online – SCFTA.org Phone – (714) 556-2787

American Ballet Theatre: Harlequinade at Segerstrom Center for the Arts January 17-20

The West Coast Premiere of Harlequinade begins Thursday, Jan 17 – 20 at Segerstrom Center for the Arts. My family cannot wait to experience the magic!

On January 17, 2019, Segerstrom will celebrate the show’s opening by featuring kid friendly activities, photo opps, craft and coloring stations. The children will also have an opportunity to meet the sensational dancers from the American Ballet Theater. The pre-show activities will begin promptly at 6pm.

When my girls were little, they attended ballet classes. ( I miss those days) My youngest son would press his face against the studio window, and gaze at the ballet dancers in awe. He would call them princesses, and tell me how much he loved watching them. I can’t wait for him to experience this lovely, kid friendly show!

Thank you Segerstrom Center for the Arts for inviting us to opening night of Harlequinade. All opinions are my own.

The Story
In the first act, the Harlequin and Columbine are kept apart by her father Cassandre, who would prefer that his daughter marry the wealthier (and older!) Lèandre. Not to be deterred, Harlequin tries futilely to win Cassandre over, only to be turned away again and again by Cassandre and his servant Pierrot. Finally, with the help of a Good Fairy and Pierrot’s sympathetic wife Pierrette, Harlequin’s bad fortunes are turned around, and Cassandre agrees to bless the union. Harlequin and Columbine are married in the festive second act, when love finally triumphs over all.

The Center’s International Dance Series is made possible by the Audrey Steele Burnand Endowed Fund for International Dance and The Segerstrom Foundation Endowment for Great Performances. Segerstrom Center for the Arts thanks its corporate partners including Kia Motors America, Official Automotive Partner; and United Airlines, Official Airline.

Use promo code KIDS when purchasing your tickets!

On opening night of Harlequinade on January 17th, families can purchase a full-price ticket and receive a second ticket free for children!

Don’t miss this sensational show!

AMERICAN BALLET THEATRE: HARLEQUINADE
Segerstrom Center for the Arts – Segerstrom Hall
600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA

January 17 – 20, 2019
Thursday – Friday at 7:30 pm
Saturday at 2:00 and 7:30 pm
Sunday at 1:00 pm
Tickets – Start at $29

Phone – (714) 556-2787
Open 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily
Group Sales – (714) 755-0236
Open 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. Monday-Friday

Holiday Guide To Planning Your Visit At Knott’s Merry Farm Open Now Through January 6th

The holidays have arrived and my kiddos are counting down the days to winter break!

Knott’s definitely knows how to put the Merry in Christmas, and there is just so many incredible things to do during this joyous celebration. It was a magical experience to see how our beloved theme park has transformed into a winter wonderland. Merry Farm is open now through January 6th, and is a great spot to visit during the holiday season with your entire family.

Spend the most wonderful time of the year with your family at Knott’s Merry Farm enjoying thrilling attractions, live entertainment, a Christmas crafts fair, festive food, lavish holiday decorations, and nightly snow in Ghost Town.

Here’s a holiday guide to help you enjoy your visit to Knott’s Merry Farm to the fullest!

Thank you Knott’s Berry Farm for inviting my family to Merry Farm. All Opinions are my own.

1. Take a stroll in the park and enjoy the holiday decorations!

As you walk into the park the streets and buildings are covered in lights. It’s remarkable!

2. Stop At Wilderness Dance Hall For a Treat and a Picture with Santa

Santa’s warm cookies and milk are always a special treat during the holidays… Indulge in one-of-kind seasonal treats like mouthwatering pastries, exquisite chocolate dipped cheesecake on a stick, seasonal craft beers, gourmet hot chocolate with marshmallows and hot spiced holiday wine, plus much more.

Don’t forget to visit Santa and take a pic!

One of my favorite things to do is EAT at the park. Check out the holiday treats

3. Enjoy A Delicious Holiday Treat

One of my favorite things to do is EAT during Merry Farm! Here is a photo recap of some tasty treats I tried at our media preview night.

What?! Yes… Tamales are now available at Knott’s during Merry Farm. ¡Que rico!

4. Watch a Holiday Show

Guests of all ages can embrace the joy of Christmas at Knott’s Merry Farm, with classic shows like the Holiday Ice Show featuring Snoopy, the Peanuts Gang and a cast of world class ice skaters, the nightly tree lighting ceremony and The Christmas Carol. Plus stroll through the merry streets of Calico for unique seasonal treats, Santa’s Christmas Cabin, traditional live Christmas Carolers, a Christmas Crafts Village, an enchanting Snow and Glow show with nightly falling snow, and so much more.

Here is the official show schedule!

5. Go to the Calico Tree Lighting Ceremony Located in Calico Park

The Calico Tree Lighting Ceremony is a memorable experience. Christmas carolers invited the audience to sing along to Jingle Bells and other holiday favorites…

6. Head to Ghost Town For Some Holiday Shopping

I found some unique gifts at Knott’s Christmas Crafts Village and fell in love with these adorable Christmas Tree ornaments.

Ghost Town transforms into a shopping wonderland filled with dozens of local artisans selling their unique gifts. Can’t-miss highlights of the Village include artist demonstrations of chainsaw wood carving and elegant glass blowing.

7. Let It Snow In Ghost Town!

Every night during Merry Farm, when the sun sets on the Farm, the buildings and paths in Ghost Town’s Main Street and School House Road are filled with glow and snow! Thousands of sparkling lights dance to the beat of Christmas music while snow gently falls in this spectacular one-of-a-kind moment.

In between the holiday shows get on the rides, enjoy some holiday treats, and enjoy the park to the fullest! I hope you enjoy your time at Knott’s Merry Farm as much as we do…

Happy Holidays to you and your family! XO

Queen Bee Latina

The perfect stocking stuffer is now on-sale!

The perfect stocking stuffer is now on-sale. A new 2019 Season Pass includes one free visit toenjoy Merry Farm in 2018, unlimited visits in 2019 with no blackout dates, discounts on select food and merchandise, and access to exciting year-round seasonal events. A Regular Season Pass includes unlimited admission in 2019 to Knott’s Berry Farm and a Gold Season Pass includes unlimited admission in 2019 to both Knott’s Berry Farm and Knott’s Soak City Waterpark with no blackout dates. Now at the lowest price of the year, Regular Season Passes start at just $95.00 or eight easy payments of $10.00 after initial payment and Gold Season Passes are $115.00 or eight payments of just $12.00 after initial payment. These offers endJanuary 6, 2019. Applicable taxes and fees apply online. Payment plans are only available at knotts.com.

8 Awesome Reasons To Take Little Kids To Knott’s Spooky Farm

Last weekend my family headed to Knott’s Spooky Farm to enjoy a spooktacular day at one of our favorite theme parks. Halloween can overwhelming and bit be hard on a little kids. There’s the costumes, loads of candy which are fun, but there’s also the ghastly gory stuff that can be a bit much for little ones. Not fun, especially for sensitive children…

Every year when Halloween rolls around, my son old feels completely left out of the Halloween loop, and he feels limited to the events he can participate in. They are just too spooky for him and or not age appropriate. Oh and the sadness he experiences when mom and his older sisters head to Knott’s Scary Farm…

I am always looking for kid friendly Halloween activities that my son can participate in, that won’t end with him sleeping in my bed or waking us up with a nightmare. I don’t want him to miss out on the spooky fun, and I want all my kiddos to have an awesome Halloween experience!

We hit some pretty awesome spots in the theme park that I want to share with you!

Thank you Knott’s Berry Farm for Inviting my family to #KnottsSpookyFarm. All opinions are my own.

About Knott’s Spooky Farm

Knott’s Berry Farm offers a daytime non-scary event of cheer rather than fear with activities all geared for young kids ages 3-11. Both children and parents LOVE Knott’s Spooky Farm, and the admission is included when you purchase your Knott’s Berry Farm entry. Saturdays and Sundays, Sept. 29 – Oct. 28, and Wednesday, Oct. 31, 2018.

1. Timber Mountain Log Ride

Oooh!

The Timber Mountain Log Ride (my personal favorite), converts into the Halloween Hootenanny. Knott’s has added a new friendly twist to this awesome ride. Every year the citizens of the Timber Mountain invite the creatures that live out in the woods and caverns of the area to join them as they celebrate the season at the Halloween Hootenanny.

These ghoulish gals were super friendly and photo ready!

2. Trick-or-Treating

My cute panda bear got his candy fix in Ghost Town! Kids ages 3-11 can participate in Trick-or-Treating throughout Ghost Town, and interact with spooky but friendly Shopkeepers.

3. Costume Contest

Do you like to BOO-gie?

Head on to Camp Snoopy Theater to show off your best Halloween costume at the Peanuts Costume Contest and afterwards, join your favorite Peanuts characters in a fun Peanuts Dance Party!

4. Creepy Critters of Calico

New this year!

Stanley Scarecrow has opened the Livery Stable for guests to get close and personal with the Creepy Critters of Calico.

“La Catrina” greats parks guest in Fiesta Village.

5. Dia de Los Muertos Celebration

In Fiesta Village, join the Dia de Los Muertos Celebration in the Fiesta Stage area. The themed area offers a walk through village filled with photo ops, educational activities and face paintings ( for a nominal fee). I love to see all the colorful calaveras (skulls) in the gift shop…

6. The Monsters Are Coming Show

Families can watch the Peanuts Gang in “The Monsters Are Coming, Charlie Brown,” where guests can sing and dancing along to classic Halloween music…So much fun!

7. Pumpkin Patch

Decorate your own pumpkin in Calico Park. Children can participate for a small fee. My son really enjoyed this activity!

8. A Trip To Camp Spooky on The Grand Sierra Railroad

The Grand Sierra Railroad in Camp Snoopy transforms to a one-of-a-kind experience which takes riderson an adventure, along with the Peanuts Gang, to Camp Spooky with added special Halloween theming effects.

Knott’s Spooky Farm is wonderful for little ones and mom approved … Don’t miss out on the fun!

Don’t forget to pick up your Knott’s Spooky Farm T-Shirt!

KNOTT’S BERRY FARM SEASON PASS BENEFITS

A Knott’s Berry Farm Season Pass pays for itself in less than 2 visits,* making it the best value in Southern California. At Knott’s Berry Farm, we make fun easy! 2019 Knott’s Berry Farm Season Passes include unlimited visits during the 2019 season with no blackout days and special discounts on food & merchandise, hotel stays, and Knott’s Scary Farm.

Season Pass benefits webpage – https://www.knotts.com/tickets-passes/season-pass-benefits

Review: Beautiful The Carole King Musical at Segerstrom Center for the Arts Oct 9-14

Grammy Award-winning and Tony hit musical BEAUTIFUL – THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL is currently at Segerstrom Center for the Arts, now through October 14th. This inspirational show is a MUST-SEE!

Have you ever been lost in a song?

Carole King’s legendary music is now LIVE on stage at Segerstrom Center for the Arts in Costa Mesa…

After opening night of Beautiful-The Carole King’s Musical at Segerstrom Center I’ve been listening to Carole King’s songs on my playlist. Her music and profound lyrics have a new meaning for me. Her unique love language is like no other and it strikes a deep chord for fans like me.

Carole King has written countless songs for artists including The Drifters, Little Eva, The Righteous Brothers, and for many more. Her incredible song writing took artists to the top charts. Her unique lyrics are still popular today, and I found myself singing along to her songs while watching the show.

About Beautiful

Long before she was Carole King, chart-topping music legend, she was Carol Klein, Brooklyn girl with passion and chutzpah. She fought her way into the record business as a teenager and, by the time she reached her twenties, had the husband of her dreams and a flourishing career writing hits for the biggest acts in rock ‘n’ roll. But it wasn’t until her personal life began to crack that she finally managed to find her true voice. Beautiful tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation. Beautiful features a stunning array of beloved songs written by Gerry Goffin/Carole King and Barry Mann/Cynthia Weil, including “I Feel The Earth Move,” “One Fine Day,” “(You Make Me Feel Like) A Natural Woman,” “You’ve Got A Friend” and the title song.

The scenes transitioned flawlessly, and the performances brought me back in time.

I cried non-stop during “It’s Too Late Baby.” It was both a pivotal point of the show and a highlight in her career.

Beautiful – The Carole King Musical is produced on Broadway by Paul Blake, Sony/ATV Music Publishing, Jeffrey A. Sine, Richard A. Smith, Mike Bosner, Harriet N. Leve/Elaine Krauss, Terry Schnuck, Orin Wolf, Patty Baker/Good Productions, Roger Faxon, Larry Magid, Kit Seidel, Lawrence S. Toppall, Fakston Productions/Mary Solomon, William Court Cohen, John Gore, Matthew C. Blank, Tim Hogue, Joel Hyatt, Marianne Mills, Michael J. Moritz, Jr., StylesFour Productions, Brunish/Trinchero, and Jeremiah J. Harris.

My girl Natalie and I enjoyed the show so much. In fact, we want to see it again!

Get your tickets to BEAUTIFUL – THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL
Segerstrom Center for the Arts – Segerstrom Hall
600 Town Center Drive, Costa Mesa, CA www.scfta.org

October 9 – 14, 2018
Tuesday – Friday at 7:30 p.m. Saturday at 2 and 7:30 p.m. Sunday at 1 and 6:30 p.m.
Tickets – Start at $29 In person
The Box Office 600 Town Center Drive Costa Mesa, CA 92626
Open 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily Online – SCFTA.org Phone – (714) 556-2787 Open 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. daily
Group Sales: (714) 755-0236

LIVE Dueling Piano Bar: Keys On Main At The Triangle In Costa Mesa

Summer is here, and now and then I need a break from the kids! Last week I headed to Keys On Main in Costa Mesa…

I hired a sitter, and went on a much needed date night. When we arrived, music filled our ears… Elton John’s “B-B-B-Bennie and the Jets!” First order of business, drinks! I ordered a Moscow Mule, and the ginger kissed my tastebuds. My husband ordered a Amaretto Sour.

Keys on Main has excellent live piano music, great ambiance, and delicious drinks. I can’t wait to go again for a girls night!

Keys On Main is a great spot for:

Date Night
Girls Night/ or Guys Night
Bachlorete Parties
Family night out
Birthdays
Just for fun, because why not?

*VIP Sections available for an additional fee and upon request.

Hosted: Thank you Keys On Main for inviting me to your show. All opinions are my own.

About Keys On Main

This Dueling Piano Show features two grand pianos on stage with extremely talented musicians playing and singing your requests all night long. The musicians have worked for decades to learn thousands of songs and can sing and play any number of them for you at a moments notice. Anything that’s been on the radio for the last 65 years is game. Typical songs request include everything from Bon Jovi to Billy Joel, Bruno Mars to Garth Brooks. They’ve been known to throw a little Snoop and Dr. Dre in the mix. Its like attending a rock concert of all your favorite bands!

Show Times

Piano Show runs Thursday through Saturday. Thursday shows go from 9:00pm to 1:00am and weekend shows are from 9:00pm to 2:00am.

*Cover charge on Fridays and Saturdays. Cover charge will vary depending upon night and availability.

For reservations or more information, please visit KeysonMain.com or call (714) 619-9850.

Website: https://www.keysonmain.com/locations/orange-county

Address:

The Triangle

1870 Harbor Blvd STE L1 108, Costa Mesa, CA 92627

Old Friends, Good Beer, And Fun Times At The Summer Suds Brewfest In Fountain Valley

Summer is officially here, and I started out the season at the Summer Sudfest in Fountain Valley!

This was their first event in OC, and I truly hope it’s not their last. Thirty-five breweries, live performances, and food trucks were all lined up for event goers to enjoy.

Beer lovers unite! The three hour unlimited brew tastings were endless, and it was difficult to choose which beer to try first.

Here is a photo recap of the event.

Hosted: Thank you Summer Suds Brewfest for inviting me to your event. All opinions are my own.

Pic with contest winner. It’s so much fun to chat with my readers!

The event kicked off with limited VIP admission for the first hour, giving early goers the first opportunity to taste and mingle with brewers before the masses.

Local wines were also available for tasting…

It was so nice to reconnect with old grade school friends!

The wide range of beers on tap were flavorful, zippy, and great for a hot summer day. Some were malty, roasty, coffeeish, caramelly, toffee-like, molasses-like, smoky, sweet, autumnal, rustic, and some were layered.

Festival goers enjoyed large party games and ate delicious food from local Southern California food vendors.

We had a blast at Summer Suds Brewfest and hope they come back to OC soon!

Wishing you all a wonderful summer… ¡Salud!

Queen Bee Latina xo

Pageant Of The Masters 2018: Under The Sun July 7th- September 1st

I was ten years old when I attended my very first Pageant of the Masters show in Laguna Beach. I can still remember my heart fluttering as the intricate paintings with the use of real human beings were showcased in front of me. I was blown away, and I couldn’t believe how little girls like me were part of something so breathtaking.

Last week, I got a special behind the scenes tour of this year’s LIVE art show. After getting a glimpse, I was overwhelmed with the nostalgia. Once again I could hear the delightful music, feel my hair stand on end, and my heart palpitate.

The Festival of Arts Fine Art Show will celebrate its 86^th year July 5 through September 1, 2018 in Laguna Beach, California.

If you have never experienced this sensational show, you MUST. It’s was a unique concept created by Lolita Perine, and was once criticized heavily by speculators. After the first “living art” expose, it drew attention almost instantaneously. In 1934 Roy Ropp took over the production and renamed it “Pageant of the Masters.” He is known as the father of the production, and died in 1974.

The Festival has been rated one of the top festivals in the nation and each year hosts 140 of Orange County’s most talented artists. Recent accolades include Orange County Register’s Best Place to Buy Original Art, Art Fair Calendar’s Top Five Art Fairs in the West and Top 5 Art Festival in the nation voted by USA Today readers. Live music, hands-on art activities, exhibitions of local student artwork and a wide variety of special events round out one of Southern California’s favorite outdoor summer festivals. The Festival of Arts is sponsored in part by Southern California Acura Dealers, Fidelity Investments, KOST Radio 103.5, Pavilions and the Ritz-Carlton Laguna Niguel.

This year’s show is going to be sensational!

Thank you Pageant of the Masters for inviting me to get a sneak peak of Under the Sun. All opinions are my own.

2018 Theme

Under the Sun

In the early years of the 20th century, a new generation of impressionists and plein air painters set up their easels outdoors and reveled in the natural beauty to be found as far as the eye could see. In the 2018 Pageant of the Masters, “Under the Sun,” theatrical magic, live music and light-hearted storytelling will honor Laguna’s own and other artistic pioneers from around the world who left their studios in search of new inspiration.

There’ll also be no shortage of fun and surprises as the Pageant acknowledges two local milestones: the 85th anniversary of “living pictures” at the Festival of Arts and the 100th anniversary of Laguna Art Museum.

The incredible show is a huge collaboration of artists, actors, volunteers and set designers.

The Pageant’s makeup artists must recreate the creations show above.

This is an example of the almost finished look.

It’s mind blowing to see how this art show comes ALIVE!

Artist Sharon Jackman showcased her gorgeous vases at the sneak peek.

In addition to the variety of artwork, the Festival of Arts offers a wide range of daily activities that the whole family can enjoy. The calendar includes nightly live music, guided art tours, art workshops and weekly series including Concerts on the Green (sponsored by Cambria Estates Vineyard and Winery) and Art, Jazz, Wine, and Chocolate (sponsored by Charles Schwab). Several special one-day events will return this year, including the very popular Festival Runway Fashion Show and Family Art Day (sponsored by San Diego County Credit Union).

This “LIVE SHOW” is a MUST see!

DATES AND ADMISSION

JULY 7 – SEPTEMBER 1

Nightly at 8:30pm

Advance tickets $15 – $260

Dine At The Festival

The Laguna Beach Company Has Purchased Tivoli Terrace and Creates New Dining Destination, Terra Laguna Beach on Festival of Arts Grounds

The Laguna Beach Company has purchased longstanding Laguna Beach restaurant Tivoli Terrace and through Laguna Creative Ventures is creating a new dining destination, Terra Laguna Beach, on the Festival of Arts/Pageant of the Masters (FOA/POM) grounds. Opening this summer with help from the creative direction of [seven-degrees], Terra will reinvent the dining experience on the festival grounds for the thousands of seasonal and year-round visitors, while keeping with the worldwide recognition, professional and artistic excellence that the FOA/POM is known for.

Knott’s Berry Farm’s Hangtime Rollercoaster Is Now Open

Do you enjoy a good adrenalin rush and extreme rollercoasters?

If so, you need to head to Knott’s Berry Farm to experience their newest ride, HangTime!

In celebration of the new ride, last week I headed Knott’s to celebrate the new rollercoaster’s debut. It was a HangTime preview night and beach themed shindig! This new ride is the first and only dive coaster in Cali. HangTime towers 150 feet over the Boardwalk area showcasing a beyond vertical drop that is the steepest in California, gravity-defying inversions, and mid-air suspensions. GULP… Yes it’s pretty insane. This new ride is NOW open to park guests!

I looked up at the ride and thought, am I actually going to do this? Then I figured, what the heck… YOLO! ( you only live once)

Knotts-hangtime-ride — Photo credit to Knott’s Berry Farm

For those of you that enjoy a thrill ride, your are definitely in for a treat!

About HangTime

HangTime will send riders up a vertical lift hill into a 15-story 96-degree drop-the steepest drop in California. The coaster’s train will come to a halt once the highest peak is reached, and will leave riders suspended at the crest for several seconds staring downward at a 60-degree angle, giving the illusion of a disappearing track. Then the train will suddenly descend in a beyond-vertical drop, through 2,189 feet of steel track and five gravity-defying inversion. HangTime will be only the second rollercoaster in the Western Hemisphere to feature a negative-g stall loop, which gives riders the sensation of floating.

The new HangTime ride looks spectacular at night!

The party was HangTime beach themed with live band playing Beach Boy’s tunes, and beach balls being tossed around the park … Knott’s Berry Farm definitely knows how to throw a party!

These deviled eggs were decorated with colorful edible flowers. They were almost too pretty to eat!

Guests can experience an entire season of fun including the thrill of HangTime with a 2018 Knott’s Season Pass, on sale now at the best price of the year. A Regular Season Pass includes unlimited admission in 2018 to Knott’s Berry Farm with no blackout dates, and a Gold Season Pass includes unlimited admission in 2018 to both Knott’s Berry Farm and the newly expanded Knott’s Soak City Waterpark with no blackout dates. Regular passes are just $92 or nine easy payments of $10.22 and Gold Season Passes are $110 or nine payments of just $12.22. These offers end October 29, 2017. Applicable taxes and fees apply online. Payment plans are only available at knotts.com.

“Hey kids…Look at your mom, she’s a daredevil!”

Are you brave enough to ride HangTime? If so, share you experience by using the #KnottsHangTime hashtag on Social Media.

SEVENTEEN: COLLEGE GOALS An Insider’s Guide to Finding and Getting Into A School You’ll Love!

Post written by: Clarissa Camacho

I am senior in high school, and I will be attending a Cal State University in the fall. It’s definitely been a journey, both emotionally and academically. Deciding which school would be a right fit for me, has definitely been a challenge. Recently, the editors of Seventeen Magazine released a new book entitled Seventeen: College Goals, an insiders guide to finding and getting into a school you’ll love. Upon reading it, I am in awe with the resources it provides. It gives me the tools to take on University in terms of study hacks, self care, sex, adulting, drugs and alcohol prevention.

My parents have always stressed the importance of education. After my SAT and ACT prep classes, my mother would feed me and show me how to make protein packed wraps, chicken noodle soup, tofu and other Pinterest worthy meals to prepare me for college. At each of these meals, she would teach me something new that she felt would be vital to my college experience. She would even talk about topics that are considered taboo in my Hispanic culture.

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I’m counting down the days to graduation!

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