Get Your "Watch The Throne" Tour Presale Tickets on July 28th starting at 10am (POSTPONED until 8/2)
Jay-Z and Kanye West's "Watch The Throne" Tour doesn't go on sale until Monday, August 8th at 10am, but you can get your tickets first during the 98.7 AMP Radio presale!
Presale starts Thursday, July 28rh at 10am
Presale starts Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at 10am
My son and I sounded great jamming to the music...
Do you sing in the shower? Most people do because we all sound great due to the acoustics. So what if I told you that there is a mic that can improve the quality of your singing so that you have that "shower pitch" all the time?
Just on the market is a new technology enhanced microphone from a company called Paper Jamz. Paper Jamz came into fame last year with their line of cardboard guitars that were all the rage with kids (and adults).
Using unique Perfect Pitch™ technology, the new Paper Jamz Pro Series Microphone & Effects Amp analyzes and tunes your voice's pitch in real-time, with five separate modes: Solo/Duet, Auto Harmony, Auto Vibrato, Chorus, and Auto. As you sing, the Pro Mic instantly transforms your voice, giving rockin’, Grammy-quality vocals to even the most pitch challenged kids and adults.
Imagine doing karaoke with the kids and everyone sounds great no matter what you are singing. This new Paper Jamz product comes packaged as a microphone and amplifier. Just insert the four AA batteries into the amp, attach the microphone and turn on the unit with a switch on the side of the amp. All the sound effect controls, sound selection buttons and volume controls are virtual so the unit is smooth and flat with no switches or buttons.
The amp comes loaded with two songs, but there is room for up to three songs which can either be downloaded from the Paper Jamz's website or loaded from your own personal music collection. My son and I had fun jamming with the music, and yes, we both sounded great. You can also use the amp without playing any music which is great if you or your kids need a portable sound system for public speaking - or as my son used it to make super loud belching noises throughout the house. Aren't kids great?
The Paper Jamz Pro Series Microphone & Effects Amp retails for $29.99 and is available now at Walmart and Target stores nationwide.
GIVEAWAY One FREEISMYLIFE reader will win a Paper Jamz Pro Series Microphone & Effect Amp. Retail value $29.99 - HOLLA!
TO ENTER:
- Fill out the information in the form below.
- One entry per person please. Duplicate entries will be removed.
- USA addresses only.
- The contest ends on Tuesday, August 2, 2011 at 11:59am EST.
- The winners will be selected by random number generation.
- Prize will be fulfilled to winner by Paper Jamz or their PR Company.
(3) EXTRA GIVEAWAY ENTRIES
- You can get 1 extra giveaway entry for following FREEISMYLIFE on Facebook.
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Enjoy!
Disclosure: I received a complementary Paper Jamz Pro Microphone & Amp for the purpose of reviewing the unit and expressing my opinion. I was not compensated for this post.
Random.org has spoken! Out of 78 entries, Random.org has picked Lucky #7. Congratulations to the winner of he $30 Paper Jamz Pro Microphone & Amp: Elizabeth of Walled Lake, MI !!!
This is a wonderful Experience that everyone should get to see...
A few years ago, I took my son on a vacation to Ohio. We visited Cedar Point Amusement Park for 2 days, stayed at Great Wolf Lodge, and then had a unique experience on our last day in Ohio. I drove about 20 minutes from Sandusky to Port Clinton to the African Safari Wildlife Park.
My fearless son and a zebra...
Despite being nowhere near Africa, African Safari Wildlife Park simulates the feel of traversing the plains of Tanzania by providing a vast expanse of a drive-thru safari, plentifully stocked with exotic animals. Peer up at fan-favorite giraffes, across at the white zebras and the more expected black-and-white Grant's zebras, up and down the ridged humps of bactrian camels, and wonder at the African majesty of the scottish highland bull.
Watch out for hungry water buffalos. This one stole 2 cups of feed from my son. After that we kept the window rolled up...
The cost of admission includes one free cup of animal food per vehicle to feed the animals as visitors drive through the park. Since the animals know they will be fed, they come right up to the car and put their heads in your windows. My son lost two cups of feed to a hungry (and aggressive) water buffalo. We stuck with carrots after that. The best part was when the giraffe came over to the car and my son fed him thru the sun roof.
Totally Priceless...
After the drive thru safari, we toured the walk thru zoo where my son rode a camel and a pony. People started giving my son extra pony and camel ride tickets since their kids were too scared to ride. Sometimes it pays to be a fearless.
Today's Groupon for $22, gets you four tickets to African Safari Wildlife Park (up to a $71.80 value). Children 3 and younger are admitted for free.
Hurry! This offer ends on Thusday, July 28th at midnight EST.
PETEET’S FAMOUS CHEESECAKES MARKS NATIONAL CHEESECAKE DAY WITH GIVEAWAYS AND DISCOUNTS
Free slices for first 100 customers and 20% off any purchase on July 30th
WHAT: July 30th is National Cheesecake Day and to mark the occasion, Peteet’s Famous Cheesecakes will offer free slices to the first 100 customers and 20% off any purchase throughout the day.
WHEN: Saturday, July 30, 2011
Store hours are 11:00 am to 6:00 pm
WHERE: Peteet's Famous Cheesecakes
13835 Nine Mile Road (west of Coolidge)
Oak Park, MI 48237
In 2010, the Peteet Family took a beloved family cheesecake recipe and transformed it into a family business. Peteet’s Famous Cheesecake, based in Oak Park, Mich., is committed to producing the finest cheesecake in the world.
With 90 different decadent flavors to choose from, every cheesecake is made entirely from scratch with the very freshest, premium ingredients. The result is a rich and creamy, flavorful, signature two-layer cheesecake.
Win Prizes and a chance to be featured in the Things Remembered Holiday Ad Campaign!
I love photos. If you have read my blog for any length of time, then you know how I love to include lots of photos in my blog posts. Photos help to tell a rich story. They draw the reader into the story that I am telling and let people have a small peek into my life to see the things that I care about.
One thing that I have noticed is that no two people can go the same event and take the exact same photo. We are all individuals who see the world so differently and photos help to express a point of view that is truly unique.
A Special Photo for Me
The photo above was taken when my son and I went to see Disney On Ice last year in the Palace of Auburn Hills. He was 10 years old at the time. I realized as we sat enjoying the show that he is getting to the age where he won't want to go with me to "kiddie" events like this much longer. This photo is a way for me to hold on to that precious age between him being a kid and growing up.
Things Remembered Photo Contest awards $200 plus more!
Since this photo of me and my son is special to me, I entered it in the Things Remembered Photo Contest.
Things Remembered understands that photos are special memories and they want to hear about a photo that is special to you. Just upload a photo and tell your story about how the photo is special. The winners will receive $200 and the chance to be featured in the Things Remembered Holiday Ad Campaign, both online and in stores.
This contest ends on Thursday, August 4th, 2011 at 2:05pm EDT. The contest is only open persons residing in United States who are at least 18 years of age. Read the Official Rules Winners will be selected after August 08, 2011.
GIVEAWAY One FREEISMYLIFE reader will win a $20 Things Remembered 5x7 SOHO Photo Frame so that you can frame your special photo. And it's engravable with whatever memory/phrase you want to capture and remember! ! HOLLA!
- One entry per person please. Duplicate entries will be removed.
- USA addresses only.
- The contest ends on Friday, July 29, 2011 at 11:59am EST.
- The winners will be selected by random number generation.
- Prize will be fulfilled to winner by Things Remembered on their PR Company.
(3) EXTRA GIVEAWAY ENTRIES
- You can get 1 extra giveaway entry for following FREEISMYLIFE on Facebook.
- You can get 1 extra giveaway entry for following FREEISMYLIFE on Twitter.
- You can get 1 extra giveaway entry for tweeting the following message on Twitter "I entered the @freeismylife giveaway to win a $20 Things Remembered SOHO Photo Frame http://bit.ly/oqjhj7"
Enjoy!
Disclosure: I am receiving a free Things Remembered product as a thank you for helping spread the word about the Things Remembered Photo Contest. All opinions expressed are my own.
Random.org has spoken! Out of 21 entries, Random.org has picked #5. Congratulations to Nancy Rosario of Bayonne, NJ for winning the beautiful $20 Things Remembered 5x7 SOHO Frame !!!
77kids, a new children's clothing brand by American Eagle, swaddles newborns and youths up to size 14 in rock ‘n’ roll–inspired duds featuring stylish retro details. When foraging for back-to-school ensembles, kids must brave closets full of outgrown sweater vests, hand-me-down tie clips, and feral bunny slippers. Make room for new wearables with today's Groupon: for $20, you get $40 worth of apparel at 77kids by American Eagle in Novi. This Groupon expires September 29.
Hurry! This offer ends on Tuesday, July 26th at midnight EST.
Chevy continues to Electrify Audiences at Rockin’ on the Riverfront
Annual classic rock concert continues on July 29 with another FREE show
The 2011 Chevy Rockin’ on the Riverfront summer concert series is rocking the ‘D’ for the sixth year by setting Riverfront Plaza’s scenic stage with some of classic rock’s most unforgettable bands and the latest lineup of cool Chevy vehicles. The concert series continues on July 22nd making the spectacular GM Riverfront Plaza THE Friday night destination for food, fun and FREE concerts.
In partnership with Detroit’s Classic Rock Station 94.7 WCSX-FM, Rockin’ on the Riverfront features six sizzling Friday night shows from 7:30 p.m. to 11 p.m. July 8 through August 12.
Continuing the line-up of hot acts will be "Grand Funk Railroad", who will perform their classic hits at the July 29nd concert.
Other bands performing throughout the summer on the scenic Riverfront include:
August 5: Leon Russell and Mitch Ryder
August 12: Bachman & Turner
Admission to the concerts is free and no advance tickets are necessary. Viewing space will be on a first-come, first-served basis and people are encouraged to bring their own lawn chairs and blankets. In addition, boaters on the Detroit River are invited to anchor near the riverfront and enjoy the view of the stage from the water.
Buy 1, Get 1 FREE entrees for dinner at Andiamo Riverfront location
Andiamo Detroit Riverfront will provide refreshment and food concessions at several locations on the plaza. Outside food, beverages or coolers will not be permitted. Andiamo Detroit Riverfront will accept dinner reservations before and after the concert and invite guests to take advantage of its outdoor patio overlooking the Detroit River. And use this BOGO entree coupon at Andiamo so that you and a guest can eat for the price of one.
Convenient parking is available for $5 per vehicle at the GM surface lot at the intersection of St. Antoine and Atwater, adjacent to the GM Renaissance Center.
A viewing package is available at the Detroit Marriott Renaissance Center including a BBQ dinner and overnight accommodations. For reservations, call 1-800-352-0831 or visit detroitmarriott.com. Use promotional code L9Z for the viewing package.
1:00pm - Edgar Wallace Jr.
2:30pm - Hot Sauce
4:00pm - Greg Adams Band
5:45pm - Sax Pack - Steve Cole, Jeff Kashiwa & Kim Waters
7:30pm - Alexander Zonjic "Doin' the D" featuring
Ray Parker Jr, Kevin Toney & The Motor City Horns
Sunday, August 7, 2011
1:00pm - Penny Wells
2:30pm - Phil Denny
4:00pm - Oleta Adams
5:45pm - Phil Perry
7:30pm - Dave Koz
The event is free to the public; however, there is a $5 suggested donation for parking. FREE parking is available in downtown Trenton with free shuttle provided by Smart Transportation at the corner of Jefferson and West Road, also Jefferson and Elm to the entrance of Elizabeth Park.
The park will be open to the public on both days beginning at Noon, and will close after the final performance.
Elizabeth Park is located off Jefferson, east of I-75, south of West Road in Trenton. Take I-75 South to the West Road exit and follow West Road east to Jefferson. Take Jefferson south into the park.
Questions? More info? Call 734-261-1990 .
Music Director, Alexander Zonjic. Go to Alexander's Home Page for more shows! Click here
Mr. Stache
A romantic comedy starring Amy Smart and Rich Sommer that proves it's what you are on the inside that matters most. Winner of the 2010 My Movie Pitch contest presented by American Express and a 2011 Tribeca Film Festival Short Film.
You are Invited to the Cheap Sally Twitter Party this Wednesday !!!!
I'm so exited to be going to San Diego in August to attend the BlogHer conference and about The Cheap Sally Dance Party. Everyone is talking about this most coveted BlogHer'11 private party ticket (see press at CNBC).
CheapSallyParty Twitter Party this Wednesday!!!
This Wednesday, everyone can win tons of prizes by attending the Cheap Sally Twitter Party. Whether you are going to the BlogHer conference or not,EVERYONEcan win swag from Sears, one of the Cheap Sally Party sponsors.
If you are going to BlogHer and you didn't get a ticket, here's one more chance for you to come to the Cheap Sally Party (or bring another friend) and dance on the rooftop of San Diego's hottest club Stingaree with the coolest bloggers at BlogHer'11. Cheap Sally, Collective Bias and Party Bluprints have joined forces to bring you this party with one goal in mind –YOU!
The kids are home for the summer, and they need to be entertained —hand them a riveting read instead of a remote control! Getting your kids hooked on books doesn't need to be an expensive endeavor. AtthredUP, you can buy a whole box of pre-owned books that will keep them amused for hours. Get a bigger bang for your buck with today's Save:$16 for two boxes of books, clothes or toys, plus FREE shipping! This deal ends on Monday, July 25th at midnight.
Don't waste money - Read FREEISMYLIFE Movie Reviews before you buy this week's new DVD's
The movies "Source Code" and "Mao's Last Dancer" are coming out on DVD this Tuesday, July 26, 2011. Before you buy, read the movie reviews on FREEISMYLIFE.
And if you are buying, please use my Amazon affiliate link to purchase your movies...
Source Code Movie Review Source Code on Amazon.com
DVD release date: 07/26/2011
Theatrical release: 04/01/2011
Language: English
Genre: Drama/Sci-Fi
MPAA rating: PG-13
Director: Duncan Jones
Actors: Jake Gyllenhaal, Michelle Monaghan, Vera Farmiga
Plot: A soldier takes part in an experimental procedure to solve a train bombing. His consciousness is transferred to the body of a commuter where he experiences the bombing over and over again until he can track down the culprit.
Mao's Last Dancer Movie Review Mao's Last Dancer on Amazon.com
DVD release date: 07/26/2011
Theatrical release: 08/20/2010
Language: English
Genre: Drama
MPAA rating: PG
Director: Bruce Beresford
Actors: Kyle MacLachlan, Bruce Greenwood, Amanda Schull
Plot: Based on the autobiography of Li Cunxin - who at age 11 was discovered in a poor Chinese village and was brought to Beijing to study ballet. During a cultural exchange to Texas in 1979, he falls in love with an American and shortly thereafter defects leading to a career with the Houston Ballet.
