Giveaway Policies: The Fine Print

At the end of the entry period all entries will be counted and given a number. A random number generator will chose the winning entry. Winners will be contacted via email. Winners have 48 hours to verify their entry by replying to Montebello Mom with a mailing address. If the winner does not reply within 48 hours another winner will be chosen by the random number generator.

For giveaways that allow for multiple entries, each entry will be given a number based on the type of entry, for example: facebook likes, sharing the post on facebook, leaving a comment on the giveaway facebook post, follow by email, and leaving a comment within the post on MontebelloMom.com. All the entries in a specific type of entry will be numbered and a random winner will be chosen.

For giveaways with multiple prizes, a prize will be assigned at random to winners.

One entry per person or email per method of entry. Duplicate entries under the same method of entry will be ignored.

All prizes are delivered via the United States Postal Service or in person if you live within 10 miles of Montebello. In the case that a prize will be delivered by a third party, i.e., manufacturer, the prize may be delivered by another method.

MontebelloMom.com does not sell or use email address for anything other than giveaway purposes, unless the entrant states in an entry form that they wish to be added to the MontebelloMom.com newsletter.

Contact me with your questions at montebellomom@gmail.com.

Thanks,
Bernadine



Winners: This is how I hope you feel after you receive the email that you won.

Baskin Robbins: Family Scoop Night!

I know many of you are hard-core Thrifty's/Rite-Aid ice cream fans, but if you want to induldge in Baskin Robbins every once in a while, Tuesday nights are your night to go.

Participating Baskin Robbins locations serve up a Kid's Scoop for $1.29 and a regular adult scoop for $1.69, a full dollar off the regular price! These prices are available after 5pm only.

The Montebello location on the corner of Montebello/Beverly Blvds and the two Pico Rivera locations at Whittier/Rosemead & Washington/Rosemead are participating at the above prices.

The Monterey Park location, at Atlantic/Riggin said that they offer a regular scoop for $1.50 on Tuesday nights and they have a 16-pack kid's scoop pack for $16.99.

16-pack Kid's Scoop Tray, $16.99 at Baskin Robbins, Monterey Park.

Junior Rancher Program, for ages 7-12: Pio Pico State Park

Junior Ranger program for ages 7-12 at Pio Pico Park!

Every Saturday through August 28

11:00 -12:30pm

Call 562-695-1217 or email jaguilar@parks.ca.gov to make a reservation.

For more information about Pio Pico Park visit piopico.org

GIVEAWAY TIME! 8x8 Shutterfly Book!

I'm hosting a giveaway on my Montebello Mom facebook page. If you would like a chance to win an 8x8 photo book from Shutterfly, head over to my facebook page, then read the details! Good Luck!

Clean Up Commerce: Citadel, Saturday, 8/11

CLEAN UP COMMERCE

Community Event

Saturday, August 11

6:00 - 1:00

Citadel Outlets will host the second annual “Clean up Commerce” event, in partnership with the City of Commerce.

Individuals, families, and organizations are welcome to volunteer. All volunteers must be pre-registered, register by sending an email to nicole@citadeloutlets.com or by calling 323-888-1724 no later than Friday, August 3.

All volunteers will receive complimentary breakfast and lunch catered by Ruby’s Diner, commemorative t-shirts and a gift bag at the event’s conclusion, at 1 p.m. In addition, volunteers will have an opportunity to enter a prize drawing and take part in a slide presentation dedicated to all sponsors and contributors on the Citadel Outlets digital billboards over the I-5 freeway.

Registration will begin promptly at 6 a.m., followed by trash pick-up; curb scrubbing and painting, debris removal, landscaping activities and asphalt repair work will be conducted on and around the Citadel Outlets shopping center on Hoefner, Smithway, Tubeway, Gaspar, Camfield and Telegraph roads.

In addition to the day’s cleaning efforts,eWaste Center, Inc. will collect old electronic devices in the Citadel Outlets parking lot on Telegraph Avenue from 7 a.m. to 12 p.m. Items accepted include televisions, printers, keyboards, cell phones and personal electronic devices. For a complete list of accepted recyclables, visit www.ewastecenter.com.

March for Montebello: Saturday, 7/28

Geoffrey Games Event: Toys R Us: Saturday, 7/28

Geoffrey Games Event

Toys/Babies R Us Stores

Saturday, July 28

Noon - 3PM

Two events are occurring this Saturday. I've been to a few Toys R Us events and they usually involve an activity and a small freebie giveaway. The kids always enjoy themselves and leave with a free small gift or coupon, which I love.

I picked up the flyer with the information at the Montebello Toys R Us location, usually these events occur at all large Toys R Us locations, not outlets.

Toys R Us:

"Celebrate summer games the "R" Us way! Parents bring the kids and join us for fun activities where everyone's a winner!"

Babies R Us:

"Celebrate summer games the "R" Us way! Parents can win prizes competing in events such as What's in the Diaper Bag?, Travel System Challenge, trivia and more."

Summer Concerts in the Park, 2012

It has been recently announced that the city of Montebello will host five concerts in the park for the enjoyment of residents this summer.

Thursday, August 2: Suave

Thursday, August 9: Bumptown

Thursday, August 16: Cold Duck

Thursday, August 23: Chico

Thursday, Aug. 30: The Wiseguys Big Band Machine

Concerts are from 6:30 - 8: 30 PM at Montebello City Park, 1300 W. Whittier Blvd.

A one dollar donation is suggested per person attending the concerts.

 For more information call Montebello Parks & Recreation 323-887-4540.

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The following cities are hosting weekly summer concerts. Pack a picnic, a blanket, chairs, and enjoy the free entertainment.

East Los Angeles Civic Center: Every Friday through 8/31.

El Monte

•  Arceo Park, 3125 Tyler Avenue: Wednesdays 6:30pm, 7/18, 7/25, 8/1

Pico Rivera

• Pico Park, 9528 Bevery Blvd: Sundays, 5:00pm, 7/22, 7/29

Puente Hills

• Schabarum Park, 17250 Colima Road: Tuesdays, 7pm, 6/19, 6/26, 7/3, 7.10, 7/17, 7/24, 7/31

Rosemead

• Garvey Park, 7933 Emerson Avenue: Fridays, 7:00pm, 7/13, 7/27
• Rosemead Park, 4343 Encinitas Avenue: Fridays, 7:00pm, 7/20, 8/3

Whittier

• Parnell Park, 15390 Lambert Road: Thursdays, 7:00pm, 7/12, 7/19, 7/26, 8/2, 8/9, 8/16
• Central Park, 653 Friends Avenue: Mondays, 7:00pm, 7/9, 7/16, 7/23, 7/30, 8/6, 8/13

Click here for a broader list of concerts that includes concerts in Arcadia, Azusa, Baldwin Park, Duarte, Glendora, Irwindale, La Habra, La Mirada, La Puente, Monrovia, Pasadena, Santa Fe Springs, South Pasadena, Temple City, West Covina and more. Thanks to the Whittier Daily News for compiling the list of concerts!

The Marine Corps Band performing at Schabarum Park in Puente Hills in 2011.

Orange County Fair: Costa Mesa, July 13-August 12

The Orange County Fair is here! There are lots of promotional days where visitors can get free or discounted admission and free ride passes.

Friday, July 13: Opening Day. Free Admission & Free Parking from Noon - 1pm.

Read & Ride Program: Kids read 2 books and get 3 free carnival rides. Parents must pre-register their children prior to visiting the fair.

Wednesday, July 18:  Food Drive.  Donate five non-perishable food items and get free fair admission and a free carnival ride. Noon-4pm.

Wednesday, July 25: Children's Book Drive. Donate one new children's book or three gently used children's book and receive free fair admission and a free carnival ride. Noon-4pm.

Wednesday, August 1: Clothing Drive. Donate five gently used clothing items and get free fair admission and a free carnival ride. Noon-4pm.

Wednesday, August 8: School Supply Drive. Donate one new school supply item valued at $5 or more and receive free fair admission and a free carnival ride. Noon-4pm.

Every Thursday: Kids under 12 get into the fair for FREE!
$30 Carnival Wristband for unlimited rides + 2 Free Games, sold until 5pm.


Every Friday: Seniors 60+ get $2 off of admission and free merry-go-round and Ferris wheel rides all day. $2 "Taste of the Fair" specials. $2 Rides & Games, until 4pm.


Every Saturday & Sunday: $2 admission from 10am-11am.


Every Day: Active & Retired Military w/ ID get free fair admission.

To read about carnival promotions and about the Super Pass which grants admission to the fair every day visit the Orange County Fair's website.

 Fair Admission Prices: General (13-59) $11, Seniors (60+) $8, Youth (6-12) $6, Children under 6 FREE every day. Fair parking is $7, cash only. The Fair is closed Mondays and Tuesdays.

New Book Store in Montebello! Dollar Book Fair @ Shops at Montebello

Montebello once again has a book store!

The Dollar Book Fair sells used books, comic books, movies, and children's books at the bargain price of $2 or less.

Paperbacks and children's books are $1 and hardback books are $2. 

The stores offers a selection of comic books and movies and music.

A children's story time is held on Wednesdays at 6pm.

If you want to save some money and clean out your house at the same time Dollar Book Fair offers a trade-in program. For every 5 books donated to the store a $1 credit is given to use toward any purchase.

The Dollar Book Fair can be found at the Shops at Montebello Mall on the lower level next to JCPenney.

For more information visit www.DollarBookFair.com or call the store at 323-725-8500.



The updated Children's Section.

Rows and rows of books!

Free Slurpees at 7-11 Montebello!

Today is July 11, and 7-Eleven Montbello area stores are celebrating with free Slurpees!

Last year the following stores celebrated with Free 7.11 ounce Slurpees and some had special prices on hot dogs, cookies, chips, and sandwiches. The 7-Eleven website says the giveaway is from 11am-7pm, but call your nearest store for details.

The 7-11 on Beverly Blvd and Howard 

The 7-11 on Greenwood at Beach
The 7-11 on Garfield at Olympic 

The 7-11 on Washington at Montebello Blvd
The 7-11 on Pomona Blvd at Wilcox
The 7-11 on Whittier Blvd, just east of Findlay

Movies in the Park: Pico Rivera

The city of Pico Rivera is offering four movies in the park this summer. 

Movies start around 8:15pm. Bring blankets and chairs.

Saturday, July 21: The Smurfs, Pico Park, 9528 Beverly Blvd.

Saturday, July 28: Tin Tin, Rio Hondo Park, 8421 San Luis Potosi

Saturday, August 4: Happy Feet Two, Rivera Park, 9530 Shade Lane

Saturday, August 11: Cars 2, Pico Park, 9528 Beverly Blvd.

Free Lollypop @ See's Candies on July 20

Stop by any See's Candies store on Friday, July 20 and celebrate the day with a free chocolate lollypop!

See's is also hosting a sweepstakes with a grand prize of a trip San Fransisco! Enter the contest here.

Click here to find a See's near you.

Splash Zone Water Park: Rosemead

Splash Zone entrance. Plenty of street parking.

Last year the city of Rosemead opened a Splash Zone water park that turned out to be a huge hit with families.

Splash Zone features two water slides, a splash pad, and a 100 person capacity pool.

Children under the age of 7 must be accompanied by an adult.

Swim wear is required to play in all three Splash Zone areas, but regular clothes are allowed for guests who want to sit and observe.

The maximum capacity for Splash Zone is about 250 people, if it is a really hot day, arrive before the park opens to be guaranteed admission.

A special thank you to Cesear who works the desk, and the assistant manager, Jacky, for answering all my questions.  If you have questions visit Rosemead's Aquatic Center website, or call Splash Zone during operating hours at (626)569-2270. Splash Zone is available for private parties.

Splash Zone open June 22 - September 2
 

Monday 12:30 - 3:30pm

Tuesday 12:30 - 3:30pm & 6:00 - 8:00pm

Wednesday 12:30 - 3:30pm

Thursday 12:30 - 3:30pm & 6:00 - 8:00pm

Friday 12:30 - 3:30pm

Saturday Noon - 4pm

Sunday Noon - 4pm

Admission
$1 - Ages 17 and under
$2 - Ages 18 and over
Rosemead residents can purchase season passes for $25 or $35.

Splash Zone @ Garvey Park

3233 Kelburn Avenue

Rosemead, CA 91770

For a map click here.

Two water slides. Riders must be 40 inches tall to ride.

Splash Pad, similar to the one at Grant Rea Park, but this one is a little bit larger.

The pool is shallow. Near the steps it's 2.5 feet, the deep end is 4.5 feet. When the pool reaches capacity, the life guards block it off with caution tape. The Splash Zone guests then have to make a line to enter as other guests exit.

A view of the whole park from the far side of the pool.

There are two picnic areas, this one near the pool. Food is allowed, but snacks only, no barbecues.

The second picnic area to the right of the slides.

There are a lot of shaded areas for parents to rest throughout Splash Zone.

There are male and female locker rooms, with toilets, sinks, showers, baby changing table, and a changing area with lockers. Lockers are free to use and measure about 10 inches deep by 18 inches high, bring your own lock.

If you plan on swimming and don't have a lock for the lockers, ask at the entrance for a basket to store your belongings in the lifeguard area.

 CAVEAT: My cousin visited Splash Zone with her family on a weekend and she said it was packed. There was a line waiting to enter the facility but visitors were only allowed to enter as other visitors exited due to capacity limitations. Once inside she said visitors were rotated out of the pool area, 30 minutes in the pool, then everyone was asked to visit another area while others were allowed in. She said it wasn't too fun.

I always visited Splash Zone on weekdays, Monday-Thursdays and only on days where it wasn't scorching hot and I've always had a pleasant experience. So, if it's a really hot day, or you visit Friday-Sunday it will probably be crowded. Plan to arrive at least 15-30 minutes before the center opens. Lines form early to enter especially on peak attendance days.

Firework Shows in the Los Angeles area

The LA Fire Department and the LA County Fire Department has a list of organized firework shows in the Los Angeles area.

Shows are listed by date and city. Shows are scheduled from now until July 6.

For a complete list visit:

http://www.safejuly4th.org/fwshows.htm

On Wednesday July 4 ther are firework displays in Baldwin Park, Cerritos, Commerce, Diamond Bar, La Habra, Lynwood, Pico Rivera, Rosemead, South El Monte, South Gate, Walnut, Whittier (at Friendly Hills Country Club, but I'm sure the display can be seen from the surrounding neighborhoods), and the Los Angeles Coliseum (features an hour long firework display!).

July 4th Celebration: Monterey Park

"America, We Love You"

Independence Day Celebration

Wednesday, July 4

4:00pm - 10:00pm

at

Barnes Park

               350 S. McPherrin Ave.

Monterey Park

Featuring food, entertainment and a fireworks display at 9:00pm.

Click here for more information.

4th of July Parade & Celebration: Rosemead

             

           

"Rosemead: Looking Back, Moving Forward"

Independance Day Celebration

Wednesday, July 4th

10am -10pm

Rosemead Park

4343 Encinita Avenue

Featuring a parade, carnival, live entertainment and a fireworks display.

Unlimited ride wristbands are available for $10 at city parks.

For details click here.

4th of July Parade: Hacienda Heights

"I Love America"

4th of July Parade

Hacienda Heights

Wednesday, July 4th

9:00am

 

Parade travels on Stimson Avenue southbound, starting at Colima Road and ending at Steinmetz Park.

The parade features bands, equestrian units, community members, service organizations, floats, drill teams, and  churches. Parking is available in the surrounding community. Bring chairs/blankets to sit on the curb, umbrellas for shade, water and snacks. The parade lasts about 2 hours from start to finish.

For more information visit the Hacienda Heights community facebook page.

4th of July Kid's Bike Parade: Long Beach, 10am

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Great American 4th of July Bike Parade

Wednesday, July 4th

Registration begins at 9:15am

1 S. Granada Ave

Belmont Shore

Long Beach, 90803

Bikes, wagons, strollers, and wheelchairs are welcome. Decorate your wheels at home or bring your supplies and decorate on site. Kids, parents, and teens are encouraged to ride. Contests for kids 12 and under include: best costume, best decorated bike, watermelon seed spitting and patriotic oratory. Free parking available at 1 Granada Ave or bring quarters and use the parking meters on the street. For more information visit http://www.bikeparade.com/.

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