Family Shows at the Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts- Box Office Opening Sept. 6- Cinderella Show Tickets Giveaway

August 31, 2014 By 8 Comments
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Looking for some great family entertainment in the Miami-Dade area?  Look no further than The Adrienne Arsht Center for the Performing Arts of Miami-Dade County.

The Center’s official 2014-2015 Box Office Opening begins Saturday, Sept. 6 at 10 a.m. and includes a wealth of family programming including Sesame Street Live “Make a New Friend,” Cinderella, Disney’s Newsies, Disney’s Beauty and the Beast, Peter and the Starcatcher and Into the Woods.  Further information regarding additional shows in the upcoming 2014-2015 season may be found here.

The Adrienne Arsht Center and VEE Corporation present SESAME STREET LIVE “MAKE A NEW FRIEND”

October 11, 2014 at 10:30 a.m. and 2 p.m.

October 12, 2014 at 1 p.m. and 4:30 p.m.

Tickets: $24, $34.50, $45, & $78.50*

$10 for lap seating for children 12 months old or younger.

Ziff Ballet Opera House – Adrienne Arsht Center

South Florida fans are invited to see the all-new SESAME STREET LIVE “MAKE A NEW FRIEND” show and make wonderful memories with friends and family! Elmo, Grover, Abby Cadabby, and their Sesame Street friends welcome Chamki, Grover’s friend from India, to Sesame Street. Together, they explore the universal fun of friendship and celebrate cultural similarities, from singing and dancing to sharing cookies!

SESAME STREET LIVE “MAKE A NEW FRIEND”offers a fun-filled, interactive learning experience, including up-close and furry interactions with the audience! Like television’s Sesame Street, each SESAME STREET LIVEproduction features timeless tunes and lessons for all ages. The universal appeal of each Broadway-quality musical production continues long after preschool. Adults will appreciate the high-tech stagecraft, cleverly written script, and music they’ll recognize and enjoy sharing with children, such as “Count Me In,” and fun new parodies of “Hot and Cold” and “Moves Like Jagger.”

Tickets to SESAME STREET LIVE “MAKE A NEW FRIEND”will be available to Arsht Center members August 8 and to the general public August 15.

http://www.arshtcenter.org/Tickets/Calendar/2014-2015-Season/Family/Sesame-Street-Live/

The Adrienne Arsht Center presents Rodgers + Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA

October 28- November 2, 2014

Ziff Ballet Opera House- Adrienne Arsht Center

Tuesday- Friday: 8 p.m.

Saturday: 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.

Sunday: 1 p.m. and 6 p.m.

Ticket: $26-96*

“THRILLING! Never underestimate the power of a ball gown and glass slippers!” – Entertainment Weekly

Part of the 2014-2015 Broadway in Miami series

Rodgers + Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA is the Tony Award®-winning Broadway musical from the creators of The Sound of Music and South Pacific that’s delighting audiences with its contemporary take on the classic tale.

This lush production features an incredible orchestra, jaw-dropping transformations and all the moments audiences love—the pumpkin, the glass slipper, the masked ball and more—plus some surprising new twists! Fans will be transported back to their childhood as they rediscover some of Rodgers + Hammerstein’s most beloved songs, including “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible/It’s Possible” and “Ten Minutes Ago,” in this hilarious and romantic Broadway experience for anyone who’s ever had a wish, a dream… or a really great pair of shoes.

http://www.arshtcenter.org/Tickets/Calendar/2014-2015-Season/Broadway-in-Miami/Rodgers-Hammersteins-Cinderella/

The Adrienne Arsht Center presents DISNEY’S NEWSIES

February 3- 8, 2014

Ziff Ballet Opera House- Adrienne Arsht Center

Tickets: $26-$96*

“An irresistible, high energy winner… a surprise sensation!” – Entertainment Weekly

Part of the 2014-2015 Broadway in Miami series

They delivered the papers, until they made the headlines. Direct from Broadway comes NEWSIES, the smash-hit, crowd-pleasing new musical from Disney. Winner of the 2012 Tony Awards® for “Best Score” and “Best Choreography”, NEWSIES has audiences and critics alike calling it “A musical worth singing about!” (The New York Times). Filled with one heart-pounding number after another, it’s a high-energy explosion of song and dance audiences should not want to miss.

Based on true events, NEWSIES tells the captivating story of a band of underdogs who become unlikely heroes when they stand up to the most powerful men in New York. It’s a rousing tale about fighting for what’s right…and staying true to who you are.

NEWSIES is brought to the stage by an award-winning creative team. It features a score by Alan Menken (Beauty and the Beast) and Jack Feldman (The Lion King II: Simba’s Pride) and a book by Harvey Fierstein (La Cage Aux Folles), with choreography by Christopher Gattelli (South Pacific) and direction by Jeff Calhoun (Big River).

http://www.arshtcenter.org/Tickets/Calendar/2014-2015-Season/Broadway-in-Miami/Disneys-Newsies/


The Adrienne Arsht Center presents DISNEY’S BEAUTY AND THE BEAST

December 30- January 4, 2014

Ziff Ballet Opera House- Adrienne Arsht Center

Tickets: $26-$96*   

 “One of the most enchanting love stories of all time, and this touring production rocked my world!” – DC Theater Scene

Part of the 2014-2015 Broadway in Miami series

Tale as old as time, true as it can be. Based on the Academy Award®-winning animated feature film, Disney’s beauty and the beast is an eye-popping spectacle that has won the hearts of over 35 million people worldwide. This classic musical love story is filled with unforgettable characters, lavish sets and costumes, and dazzling production numbers including “Be Our Guest” and the beloved title song.

Disney’s beauty and the beast is the classic story of Belle, a young woman in a provincial town, and the Beast, who is really a young prince trapped in a spell placed by an enchantress. If the Beast can learn to love and be loved, the curse will end and he will be transformed to his former self. But time is running out. If the Beast does not learn his lesson soon, he and his household will be doomed for all eternity.

http://www.arshtcenter.org/Tickets/Calendar/2014-2015-Season/Broadway-in-Miami/Disneys-Beauty-and-the-Beast/

The Adrienne Arsht Center and University of Miami Department of Theater Arts present PETER AND THE STARCATCHER by Rick Elice – Regional Premiere!

October 9 – 26, 2014

Based on the novel by Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson

Carnival Studio Theater

Tickets: $45*

“Miraculous! Spectacle, wit, and joy spill out of this production like treasure from a magic pocket.” – New York Magazine

Winner of five Tony Awards, Rick Elice’s PETER AND THE STARCATCHER is the innovative and imaginative play with music based on the best-selling novel by Miami native Dave Barry and Ridley Pearson. In this high-flying adventure, twelve actors play more than 100 unforgettable characters – plus most of the scenery and furniture – in an exhilarating journey to answer the century-old question: How did Peter Pan become The Boy Who Never Grew Up? This epic origin story proves that one’s own imagination is the most captivating place in the world!

As part of the multi-faceted collaboration between the University of Miami Department of Theatre Arts and the Adrienne Arsht Center now in its fourth year, this production will serve as a professional learning experience that offers the theater majors at the University an opportunity to work with seasoned professionals in creating a professional production. Miami’s hottest regional theater actors join UM’s talented student actors to create more than 100 characters. Students majoring in technical theater and design will work side-by-side with the Adrienne Arsht Center/UM production and creative team to create a professional set, costumes and lighting design and will assist the production manager, stage manager and other key production staff members.

http://www.arshtcenter.org/Tickets/Calendar/2014-2015-Season/Theater-Up-Close/Peter-and-the-Starcatcher/

DreamCatcher Theater and the Adrienne Arsht Center present INTO THE WOODS        

January 22 – February 15, 2015

Music and lyrics by Stephen Sondheim

Book by James Lapine

Originally Directed on Broadway by James Lapine

Orchestrations by Jonathan Tunick

Carnival Studio Theater

Tickets: $50*

“It will take you somewhere wonderful!” – The New York Times

“Do you know what you wish? Are you certain what you wish is what you want?” Once upon a time, in the fairytale kingdom of the Brothers Grimm, a baker and his wife were sent on a quest into the woods by a mysterious witch. Thrust into a world of magic and adventure, they find their story intertwined with a whole group of legendary characters including Cinderella, Little Red Riding Hood and a certain young man named Jack who happens to have some very magical beans. Sondheim’s dazzling lyrics and sumptuous melodies, paired with Lapine’s captivating plot, make this Tony Award-winning Broadway musical about wishes, chasing your dreams, and the importance of the stories we tell our children at once deeply touching and laugh-out-loud funny. This is a show for all ages, and for all time!

DreamCatcher Theatre, led by Miami native brother-sister team Natalie and JJ Caruncho, is South Florida’s newest regional theater company making its Miami debut with this wonderful production at the Arsht Center.

http://www.arshtcenter.org/en/Tickets/Calendar/2014-2015-Season/Theater-Up-Close/Into-the-Woods/

Visit www.arshtcenter.org for more information.

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NeoCell Beauty Review & Giveaway

August 29, 2014 By 8 Comments
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With the sun and chemicals from the pool, my hair has definitely taken a beating this summer. I was noticing it was getting really frizzy and just really dull looking. I tried all kinds of expensive shampoos, cheap shampoos, leave in conditioners… Nothing seemed to be working. Just as I was thinking about getting all of my hair chopped off I found Neocell.

Neocell offers a wide verity of wellness and beauty products. I was able to review Keratin Hair Volumizer, Biotin Bursts Soft Chews and Super Collagen +C. All of which I was very excited to try out. I am all about trying new health and beauty products.

Keratin Hair Volumizer

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What Is Keratin Hair Volumizer?
“Keratin hair volumizer is an all-natural solution for strong, lustrous, and thickhealthy hair that starts from the inside. Dry, brittle,thinning hair is associated with a lack of nutrients thatare essential to strong and resilient hair. Keratin HairVolumizer contains clinically proven ingredients toenhance hair strength and reduce normal hair loss.”

I have been taking Keratin Hair Volumizer for a little over 2 weeks and I can already see the difference in my hair. I have some pretty curly hair and this has made such a difference. I don’t have to use as much styling product which cuts my “getting ready time”. All I have to do is take 2 pills twice a day. Super easy!

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I am going to continue to take the Keratin Hair Volumizer and let you know what happens. I can only imagine nothing but good things. I love BIG hair!

COLLAGEN +C – 6,000MG

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What is COLLAGEN +C – 6,000MG?

“Provides specific amino acids necessary to replenishing the body’s collagen supply helps minimize fine lines & wrinkles, and improves elasticity in the skin builds and supports bone matrix, corrects weak, broken, split and damaged nail beds thickens fine hair, adds body and slows down hair loss repairs connective tissues for improved elasticity; improves circulation; promotes wound healing glycine builds lean muscle to help burn fat while you sleep.”

That being said, who wouldn’t want to take this product? I’m sold. The description totally speaks for itself. I think this is definitely something you need to take daily and long term to see the full effects. So far I like what I see. I have yet to break a nail. Total bonus! I spend a lot of time in the sun and don’t always remember my sunblock. EEK! Hoping this will help reduce some of the sun damage my skin might already have so I can fight aging. Who doesn’t want that?

Biotin Bursts Soft Chews

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“Having beautiful and radiant skin has never been so easy- or so delicious. NeoCell Biotin Bursts deliver high potency beauty nutrients in a delectable, gourmet soft chew. Formulated based off of scientifically proven ingredients NeoCell Biotin Bursts offer a delicious alternative to your daily biotin regimen. Each chew is low in sugar and was especially formulated to be as readily absorbable as possible in delicious Brazilian Acai Berry flavor. Healthy hair and skin were never this easy, or sweet!”

By far my favorite of the 3. I keep my Biotin Bursts Soft Chews in the fridge and I remember to take them every morning before breakfast. Such a yummy flavor and I am a big believer in Biotin. I used to take it a long time ago, but I had to take a ton of tiny little pills at once and that was a pain in the rear. These chews give me 10,000 mcg in one little chew. Score! These should be apart of everyone’s daily routine. So many benefits in such a tiny chew!

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About NeoCell
“The therapeutic benefits of collagen have been widely recognized in Europe and Asia for decades. At NeoCell, we are proud to say that we introduced collagen to the Americas.”

“Since our founding we have been continually enhancing our manufacturing processes so we are able to offer our customers the most bioavailable and bioactive collagen peptides on the market. We are proud to say millions of people have benefitted from our efforts and are now living a more youthful life.”

“Today, NeoCell is the #1 collagen brand in the world and a leader in the field of nutritional science. While we have grown considerably over the years, one thing has never changed – our commitment to finding the most innovative and effective nutraceutical supplements.”

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Strawberry Shortcake Berry Best Friends DVD Giveaway and FREE Printable Coloring Page #BerryBestFriends

August 24, 2014 By 17 Comments
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Strawberry Shortcake: Berry Best Friends–  coming to DVD on September 16th!

My girls are so excited for this one and so am I.  It’s friends first for Strawberry Shortcake and her favorite gal pals in Berry Best Friends! When Orange Blossom’s general store overflows with a new line of fruits and veggies, she tries to handle all of the details without any help from others, and, as a result, she’s exhausted! Strawberry is excited to be building a new marketplace, but has a tough time learning how to graciously say, “no, thank you.” Both soon learn that talking about what you need is the berry best thing to do. When the BFFs form a new band called Strawberry and the Sweet Beats, they’re all jazzed to head out on the road…except for Orange, who is afraid to admit that she doesn’t want to leave home. Once she tells her friends how she feels, she’s ready to set out for a rockin’ good time!

DVD Special Features

  • Printable Coloring Page
  • Bonus Digital Copy of Berry Best Friends
  • Bonus Digital Copy of Strawberry Shortcake: The Sweet Dreams Movie (for limited time)

Want to win your own copy of Strawberry Shortcake: Berry Best Friends?

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First of all – you must follow my blog – The giveaways I host are for my wonderful readers. To be considered a Cori’s Cozy Corner reader, you must receive my once daily email.  This is not considered an entry, but rather a requirement in order to enter any of my giveaways.  🙂
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Here’s a FREE printable coloring page for your Strawberry Shortcake fan:

 

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Legends of Oz Blu-ray Giveaway #OzInsiders

August 24, 2014 By 20 Comments
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Disclaimer- I received a copy of the Legends of Oz Blu-Ray as part of the Fox Home Entertainment Insiders Blogger Program but all opinions are 100% my own.
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Legends of Oz is coming on DVD and Blu-ray on August 26th!
Kids of all ages will love this musical, animated journey back to the magical world of Oz that features a legendary cast, including Lea Michele from TV’s “Glee,” Dan Akroyd, Martin Short, Jim Belushi, Patrick Stewart, Kelsey Grammar and more. A devious new villain, the Jester, rules over Oz and Dorothy must return from Kansas to rescue her old friends: the Lion, the Scarecrow and the Tin Man. Set to irresistible new songs from Academy Award®-nominated singer/songwriter Bryan Adams and featuring a host of delightful new characters, this animated return to Oz is sure to be a family-favorite filled with fun and laughs for generations to come!

Want to win your own copy of Legends of Oz?

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First of all – you must follow my blog – The giveaways I host are for my wonderful readers. To be considered a Cori’s Cozy Corner reader, you must receive my once daily email.  This is not considered an entry, but rather a requirement in order to enter any of my giveaways.  🙂
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Once you are a Cori’s Cozy Corner reader via email you can continue onto the Entry Form Below.
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Orkin’s Scientific Fact or Scientific Fake™ Giveaway

August 24, 2014 By 8 Comments
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Disclaimer- We received an Orkin Scientific Back-to-School PRIZE PACK in exchange for hosting this giveaway.

“Daddy longlegs are poisonous.”
“Mosquitoes prefer adults over children.”
“Ants can survive underwater.”You’ve heard the myths about bugs before. Do you know what’s fact and what’s fake?

Take Orkin’s Scientific Fact or Scientific Fake™ Quiz to test your knowledge, and be sure to watch every clip for the scoop on these infamous bug myths.

Orkin uses the latest technology and unparalleled training to develop a treatment that’s right for your home and your needs.
To learn more about pest control that’s based in science or to schedule an inspection, visit orkin.com or call (844) 503-8251.

Orkin Facebook Page: facebook.com/OrkinPestControl
Ask The Orkin Man® Twitter Page: twitter.com/AskTheOrkinMan
Orkin YouTube Channel: youtube.com/user/OrkinVideo

Want to win your own Orkin Scientific Back-to-School PRIZE PACK?
The Orkin Scientific Back-to-School PRIZE PACK includes: 
– Clip-on Fisheye Lens (iPhone, Galaxy, Android compatible)
– Orkin On-the-Go Drink Tumbler
– Orkin Drawstring Bag
– Orkin “Field Notes” Notebook w/ Pen

Each household is only eligible to win One (1) Orkin Fact or Fake School Pack via blog reviews and giveaways. Only one entrant per mailing address per giveaway. If you have won the same prize on another blog, you will not be eligible to win it again. Winner is subject to eligibility verification.
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Reebok Maleficent Giveaway Pack

August 15, 2014 By Leave a Comment
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Enter to Win the Reebok Maleficent Giveaway Pack 
Something wicked could be coming back to school! Five lucky winners will receive the Reebok Maleficent Giveaway Pack: the limited edition Maleficent Top Down Sneaker, a Disney Maleficent Backpack & Beanie, and a $100 Reebok.com gift card! Bring a little of the dark side to the first day of school! Contest ends 8/20, so get your entry in today!

While you’re back-to-school shopping, don’t forget to check out all of the Disney-themed Reebok shoes to find this year’s new favorite pair for your little ones!

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BEST Kids’ Birthday Party Giveaway 8/15 – 8/29

August 15, 2014 By 1 Comment
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Who has a child with an upcoming birthday? Perhaps a back-to-school or Fall party? To celebrate Huppie Mama‘s 1,000th blog post, she has put together the BEST Kids’ Birthday Party Giveaway, with over $250 worth of snacks, drinks, and activities! One lucky reader will win the entire bundle. Let’s celebrate!

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Here’s what one lucky reader will win:

Alvarado Street Bakery sprouted breads

Amy’s gluten-free biscotti in chocolate & orange and a variety of candy bars

Clif Kid ZFruit + Veggie ropes

Glob Colors natural face paint party-favor gift bag set

Honest Kids organic juice pouches

Lily’s Dark Chocolate sweetened with stevia, nonGMO verified

Nature’s Path Organic variety of bars

Pamela’s Products gluten-free baking and frosting mixes

Pom Tree Sweetie’s Bake Shop Activity Kit

R.W. Garcia nonGMO verified tortatos chips

Simply Organic vanilla extract and dip mixes

Surf Sweets natural gummy candies

Terrell’s Potato Chips in a variety of flavors

Wikki Stix group activity kit

Wilton superhero-themed cake and cookie decorating supplies

Winn-Dixie $25 gift card

BUY IT! Click on any of the brand links above to learn more about available products and where they can be purchased.

WIN IT! Enter below to win this entire Kids’ Birthday Party giveaway!

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Giveaway ends 11:59 PM August 29th, 2014. Giveaway is open to the continental U.S. only. Winner must respond within 24 hours to claim prize or another winner will be selected.

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Alex Woo Limited Edition Bears Pendant and Disneynature Bears Blu-Ray Combo Giveaway

August 13, 2014 By Leave a Comment
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Disneynature’s Bears is available now on Blu-ray Combo Pack and I have joined with Disney and several other bloggers to bring you this amazing prize!

The Prize:

About The Prize:

Alex Woo has partnered with Disney to create pendants for Bears where 20 percent of each sale benefits the National Parks Foundation (to further protect and conserve endangered or threatened wildlife and wild places as well as enhance field research across more than 2.9 million acres of National Park Service land). All of Alex Woo’s jewelry is manufactured in NYC from sustainable resources.

All Alex Woo pieces tell a story and this pendant isn’t any different. This symbolic pendant captures the essence of American wildlife and significance of the bond between mother and child. Inspired by Disneynature’s latest true-life adventure, Bears, the design features the film’s stars, the mother bear, Sky, and her twin cubs, Amber and Scout, standing against the backdrop of three snow-capped mountain peaks – each representing goals that the National Park Foundation hopes to achieve: wildlife protection, habitat restoration, and conservation research.

This eco-friendly design is available in Sterling Silver or solid 14kt Gold, and is made in NYC from sustainable resources. Alex Woo Inc. will donate 20% of the proceeds from sales of this design to benefit the National Park Foundation in its dedication to further conservation, preservation, and enjoyment of America’s national parks.

The pendant hangs on a 18” chain. When worn, the pendant will hang approximately 17” because the chain loops through the piece. – See more at: Alex Woo’s Website

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$250 Anderson Seafoods Giveaway

August 10, 2014 By 13 Comments
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                      Welcome to the Anderson Seafoods Sweepstakes!

Do you love seafood? I know we do! Seafood is always best when it’s super-fresh. Sometimes in restaurants or even at your grocery stores, the quality of the fish leaves a little to be desired. That’s because with each day seafood spends out of the water, the quality starts to deteriorate. Sure, it’s edible, but it may not be as fresh as one would prefer.

What if I told you that you could have the freshest seafood available, delivered right to your door? The folks at Anderson Seafoods, a California based company, offer their customers premium, restaurant quality seafood that’s delivered at the pique of freshness. All of their orders are shipped overnight, and arrive at your door the very next day! Their product line-up is completely drool-worthy, and on average, are 7 days fresher than anything you’ll find at your local grocery stores. The difference is amazing, and can be tasted from the very first bite!

Brandy over at Newly Crunchy Mama Of 3 recently reviewed the super-fresh offerings from Anderson Seafoods. You can check out her full review and get recipes for Louisiana Gumbo and Trout Piccata HERE.

Enter to WIN a $250 Anderson Seafoods Gift Certificate! 
 

I’m thrilled to announce that one lucky reader will receive a $250 Anderson Seafoods Gift Certificate so they can check out all this amazing, fresh seafood for themselves! How cool is that?!

                                       Simply enter using the easy Rafflecopter form below!

This giveaway is open to residents of the US ages 18+ until 11:59 PM EST on 8/20/2014.Winners will be drawn using Rafflecopter’s Random Number Generator. All entries will be verified, so play fair! Winner will be notified via e-mail and they will have 48 hours to reply before a new winner will be selected. No purchase necessary. Void where prohibited. This contest is not affiliated with Facebook, twitter or Pinterest in any way. Thanks for entering, and Good Luck!

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GIVE YOUR CHILD AN UNFAIR ADVANTAGE WITH IMACS- Institute for Mathematics and Computer Science #IMACS #CoriReviews

August 6, 2014 By 23 Comments
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Disclosure- This is a sponsored post written by me on behalf of IMACS.  All opinions are 100% my own.IMACS logoComputer programming. Bio-medicine. Financial Services. Engineering.  All of these high paying careers have one thing in common. They require a mastery of mathematics and the ability to apply logic, critical thinking and creative reasoning.

Unfortunately, most schools don’t teach students HOW to think logically or creatively. Instead the focus is on teaching to standardized tests that only require memorization of formulas and facts.

The good news is that, at the Institute for Mathematics and Computer Science (IMACS), they offer an alternative where your child can develop strong logic and reasoning skills used to solve complex problems.

IMACS LEARNING 2IMACS is not tutoring.  So how does IMACS differ from tutoring?

Here’s the answer from the IMACS Curriculum Development Group: “Unlike tutoring, IMACS doesn’t drill what your child is already learning in school. We understand that your child will learn certain mathematical ideas, including arithmetic and math facts, in school. IMACS aims to take your child’s knowledge deeper and teach him or her how to develop critical thinking skills and a genuine understanding of the logical reasoning process required to solve real problems, math or otherwise.”

Here’s the answer from our students: “IMACS is fun!”

No rote learning, no dry concepts, and no drill-and-kill!
The focus is on creating understanding of the essential tools used to solve interesting problems.  For over 20 years IMACS has been giving children a competitive edge by teaching them HOW to think critically, how to solve problems, and how to use logic and reasoning.

IMACS TRIAL CLASSWho are IMACS classes for?
IMACS is for students who desperately need a challenge worthy of their ability and for those with untapped and unseen academic skills.  IMACS classes are not just for mathematically gifted children; however, those who are talented in math will find that IMACS classes will help them reach their highest potential.

IMACS challenges each student by ability level, not by age.  A free, one-hour placement class is used to determine the starting point. The placement class is fun and does not involve any kind of testing.

IMACS classes are interactive and fun because the curriculum uses games, puzzles, virtual robotics, and other engaging activities; IMACS doesn’t bore children with repetition and memorization.

IMACS emphasizes the development of strong logical reasoning and creative thinking skills needed to solve the kinds of complex problems found in virtually every career field. IMACS is NOT just for students planning to pursue STEM degrees and careers.
sign-kidsDoesn’t your child deserve The IMACS Advantage?  
While IMACS graduates find themselves with more knowledge than their peers, the real advantage is in their ability to apply that knowledge.  As IMACS graduate Zachary K. said, “College was so much easier with the logical thinking skills I learned at IMACS. While classmates tried to memorize each type of problem, I was able to strongly grasp core concepts and use them to solve any problem, even if it was different from those I had seen.”

What Programs Does IMACS Offer?
My girls attended a placement class for the Mathematics Enrichment (1st-6th grade) which is the core program at IMACS.  They had a great time while it challenged their logic and thinking skills in a fun way with games.  IMACS employs lively and innovative methods of teaching higher level math and advanced logical thinking skills to elementary and middle school students.  Each lesson is carefully crafted by the IMACS Curriculum Development Group to combine games, logic puzzles, mathematical problem-solving and other intellectually exciting activities that help students develop logical and critical thinking skills and the ability to deal with abstractions.

IMACS offers several other programs (student grade level estimate in parentheses)- Computer Programming and Virtual Robotics Enrichment (3rd-8th grade), University Computer Science (7th-12th grade), and University Logic for Mathematics (8th-12th grade).

IMACS also offers a Hi-Tech Summer Camp (students entering 1st-12th).  Students can choose from individual classes (Logic Puzzles, Computer Programming & Virtual Robotics, and Electronics) or a full day program that includes all 3.  My girls will be going to the IMACS full day camp program for a week this summer.  Keep an eye out to see what they did and how they liked it.  

Do you homeschool your child?  IMACS has a Homeschool Program (1st-9th)- Logic Puzzles, Computer Programming & Virtual Robotics, Electronics, Beginning Chess, Serious Fun, Right-Brain Combo.  The homeschool program is offered at the Boca and Plantation locations.

Find an IMACS Class near you:
South Florida IMACS locations
Aventura
Boca Raton
Fort Lauderdale
Plantation
Weston

In-School Classes
IMACS holds pull-out or after-school classes at the following schools:

  • American Heritage (Plantation)*
  •  Pine Crest (Boca Raton)*
  • Pine Crest (Fort Lauderdale)*
  • The Sagemont School (Weston)
  • University School (Davie)*
  • St. Mark’s Episcopal School (Fort Lauderdale)
  • Hochberg Preparatory (Aventura)
  • Weston Christian Academy (Weston)*

* classes only available for students who attend this school

If you aren’t near an IMACS location, they also have two distance learning programs, eIMACS and Elements of Mathematics: Foundations, for middle and high school students.

Ready to have your child take a FREE placement class to see just what all the fun is about?
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*****Exclusive 20% Discount****
Please make sure to tell them that you heard about IMACS from Cori’s Cozy Corner.
This will give you an exclusive 20% discount on first quarter classes if you are a new student to IMACS.

IMACS is also giving away an 8 week class session to one of my lucky winners.  Read below to see how to enter.  
Good luck!

  • IMACS is giving away one enrollment in the first quarter of its Mathematics Enrichment program described at http://www.imacs.org/class-curriculum/math-enrichment/. Depending on location, this 8-week quarter generally starts during the second week of September 2014. Exact schedules can be found at http://www.imacs.org/class-schedules/after-school/. Any student, currently enrolled at IMACS or not, may qualify for this giveaway.
  • The winner may choose to attend classes at any of IMACS’ five South Florida teaching centers (Aventura, Boca, Ft. Lauderdale, Plantation, and Weston).
  • The winner will need to attend a placement class so that IMACS can place them in the correct level of instruction.
  • In addition, a new family who enrolls a new student in the first quarter of Mathematics Enrichment this Fall and indicates that they learned about IMACS from the sponsored post will receive 20% off their tution for this first quarter. This discount may not be combined with any other discounts including, but not limited to, the standard sibling discount.
  • To qualify, entrants must complete BOTH of the mandatory entries on the Giveaway Tools Widget below:
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