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Build-A-Bear Workshop Celebrates the Holiday Season with Gifts for the Whole Family!
Build-A-Bear® Giftshop offers
Personalized Gifts with Heart and Wishes for Everyone
on Your Holiday Shopping List at Workshop Stores and OnlineBuild-A-Bear Workshop® once again brings the fun and magic to the Christmas season with their new holiday assortment of furry friends including the reimagined popular Merry Mission™ line, nostalgic classic movie characters, holiday-inspired furry friends and other gifting collections. Build-A-Bear Workshop has gifts for everyone on your shopping list from kids to adults alike.
This year, Build-A-Bear Workshop makes it convenient and easy to shop with the Build-A-Bear Giftshop, an online shop with a myriad of categories, making it easy to find the perfect gift for each person. The Giftshop categories include classic Christmas gifts, unique gifts, stocking stuffers, embroidered gifts, gifts under $25, pet lovers, sports lovers, by occasion, by recipient and gift cards to name a few. For the ultimate customization, add your voice to a furry friend with the Record Your Voice option. Start your holiday shopping with these adorable and popular holiday collections from the Giftshop:
Holiday-Themed Merry Mission Furry Friends Are Up to Good This Year!
The company’s proprietary Merry Mission collection is back this year with new, colorful friends who are ready to journey through the enchanted North Pole woods. Glisten, the popular white reindeer, has returned as Snow Magical Glisten —with sparkly fur and magical snowflake antlers and hooves. Joined by a fuzzy pink and glittery gold Pink Sparkle Llamacorn, a soft and wintery Blue Blast Huskyand colorful and cuddly, Purple Stardust Unicorn, the crew is ready to help fulfill wishes for kids on the Nice List.
Popular Movie Characters are Brought Back to Life through Furry Friends.
The season isn’t complete without watching your favorite holiday movie. Get nostalgic with these new licensed furry friends inspired by classic holiday movies including “A Christmas Story,” “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation,” and, of course, “The Grinch.”
- Online Exclusive A Christmas Story Bear Gift Set: Wearing the unforgettable pink bunny costume, this adorable Ralphie teddy bear is sure to be the only thing on any movie fan’s Christmas list, celebrating the 1983 Christmas classic, “A Christmas Story,” beloved by millions.
- Online Exclusive National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation Bear Gift Set: This limited-edition teddy bear is inspired by the beloved 1989 film that follows the unforgettable holiday adventures of the Griswold family. This brown teddy bear is even rockin’ the “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation” Clark Griswold look with its bear-sized hat, robe and slipper set.
- Online Exclusive The Grinch: He’s a mean one — but he’s also a cute furry friend that’s sure to put a smile on anyone’s face this holiday! With soft green fur and the official “Dr. Seuss’ The Grinch” movie logo on his paw pad, this Grinch furry friend is a fun way to relive the magic of the classic Dr. Seuss story.
Other beloved characters also bring magic to the holidays including Disney Mickey Mouse dressed up in his swell style this Christmas season and the adorable Disney Minnie Mouse party-ready in her festive dress and Santa hat! The beautiful Polar Express Bear, with snowy fur and a golden ticket tag on its ear, lets you experience a new chapter of a beloved Christmas story. And don’t forget Snoopy. Perhaps the most beloved cartoon dog of all time, Snoopy looks cute as can be in his flying ace pilot outfit—and you’re invited along for the ride! His loyal sidekick Woodstock makes the perfect co-pilot.
Traditional Holiday Gifts for the Holiday Enthusiast
Timeless Teddy, the cuddly classic teddy bear with a sweet smile, dressed up in holiday attire is the perfect traditional holiday gift. The bear’s paw pads are bright red, and an online version can be personalized with embroidery. The Build-A-Bear holiday collection is not complete without Evergreen Teddy and Reindeer – both are perfect furry friends to put you in the holiday spirit.
Trendy and Cuddly – Gift Your Heart with Flip-Sequin Bundles for the Kids in Your Life
Give the ultimate gift bundle with the super trendy and fun flip-sequin bundles. Pick from Unicorn, Llama, Panda or Sloth, the bundles come with wearable flip-sequin blankets, matching sequin comfy slippers and huggable coordinating furry friends. These equally snuggly, fun and fashionable bundles will lift the spirits of any kid in your life arriving online November 14.
Mark Your Calendar for these Big Furry Deals
Doorbusters are planned to start on Thanksgiving with $6 Snowmen that are ‘Snow Cute.’ On Black Friday, Build-A-Bear Workshop is set to launch a buy one, get one $10 deal on select furry friends. Mark your calendars for deals all season long on your favorite furry friends at Build-A-Bear Workshop.
Tis’ the Season for Giving Back
Once again this year, Build-A-Bear Workshop offers the opportunity to make days a little bit brighter for those in need during the holidays. Now through Dec. 26, Guests can make a donation at checkout to benefit Marine Toys for Tots Foundation in US stores. Build-A-Bear has also partnered with Boys and Girls Clubs of Canada, WellChild in the UK and Barnardos Ireland. Additionally, beginning on Giving Tuesday (December 3) through December 15, for every gift card purchased of $25 or more, Build-A-Bear Workshop will donate a bear to Toys for Tots (up to 20,000).
Celebrate the season of giving with Build-A-Bear Workshop. Start a family holiday tradition by visiting a Workshop to make personalized gifts with heart and wishes for everyone on your list or make shopping easy and convenient with online exclusive gifts and other great gift options at the Build-A-Bear Giftshop.
More information about Build-A-Bear holiday stuffed animals, gifts, events and deals can be found at buildabear.com and follow the brand on Facebook, Twitter, YouTube and Instagram.
About Build-A-Bear®
Build-A-Bear® is a global brand kids love and parents trust that seeks to add a little more heart to life. Build-A-Bear Workshop has over 450 stores worldwide where Guests can create customizable furry friends, including corporately-managed stores in the United States, Canada, China, Denmark, Ireland, Puerto Rico, and the United Kingdom, and franchise stores in Africa, Asia, Australia, Europe, Mexico and the Middle East. Buildabear.com is the online destination for unique furry-friend gifts, featuring The-Bear-Builder™, a shopping configurator that helps create customized gift options. Build-A-Bear Workshop, Inc. (NYSE:BBW) posted total revenue of $336.6 million in fiscal 2018.
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Executive Chef and Partner of Clique Hospitality’s Premier San Diego Restaurants: Lionfish and Serẽa
A San Diego native, Jose “JoJo” Ruiz is leading the restaurant scene as Executive Chef of both Lionfish at Pendry San Diego and Serẽa, located at the historic Hotel del Coronado. Chef Ruiz earned the prestigious accolade of James Beard Certified Smart Catch Leader due to his commitment to sustainable seafood practices in early 2019, and has been awarded the title again for 2020. Lionfish and Serẽa are the only restaurants in San Diego and Coronado to have been awarded this recognition.
In partnership with Andy Masi of Clique Hospitality, Chef JoJo Ruiz opened Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine at Pendry San Diego in February 2017. At Lionfish, Chef Ruiz showcases a seasonal San Diego-inspired menu serving fresh sustainable seafood and modern coastal cuisine at the bustling Fifth Avenue location seven days a week. As a technique-driven eatery, chef Ruiz sets Lionfish apart from other restaurants in the city, showcasing his careful precision that elevates each dish for the diner, offered in an inviting restaurant environment.
In 2019, Ruiz and Andy Masi continued their partnership with the opening of Serẽa, a sea-to-table coastal cuisine dining experience offering an expertly curated menu of sustainable seafood, meats and other signature selections with a Mediterranean flair. The beautifully designed airy restaurant offers indoor and outdoor al fresco dining with oceanfront views.
Being an influential part of the San Diego community with locally-driven restaurants, Chef Ruiz is committed to supporting Lionfish and Serea with ocean-friendly sustainable practices. From front-of-house to back-of-house, JoJo ensures that his restaurants implement proper recycling practices throughout its entirety, with the aim to proactively help significantly reduce the harmful impact on San Diego’s ocean and beaches by reducing disposable waste. Under Ruiz’ leadership, his restaurants are in full support of the protection of the oceans, beaches and community for generations to come.
Additionally, Chef Ruiz only uses eco-friendly supplies in his restaurants; from biodegradable paper straws to compostable and biodegradable take-out containers and silverware. His dedication to this cause has allowed him to make Lionfish and Serea nationally certified as “Ocean Friendly” by the Surfrider Foundation . JoJo attributes his learning of sustainable practices to Patrick “Paddy” Glennon, founder of the Culinary Liberation (CLF), which brings together a group of chefs to join forces within their respective communities to promote environmental initiatives in the restaurant industry and promote nutritional education.
Chef JoJo is also passionate about being in the forefront of the fight against hunger in San Diego with his involvement in the organization Waste Not San Diego , which gives chefs the opportunity to donate excess food that is then redistributed to local nonprofits. Throughout his career, Chef JoJo has strived to push culinary standards to new heights.
For JoJo, this begins with his team. His approach to leadership is collective – “the stronger the team, the better.” Freedom and a sense of collaboration is instrumental for JoJo when in the kitchen, and he shares a constant willingness to pass on his knowledge through mentoring and training his team to reach their path and individual goals.
As a San Diego native, JoJo enjoys using only local ingredients and produce available fresh at the farmer’s market. His dishes are infused with the essence of San Diego’s personality and always exemplify his strong commitment to sustainable seafood practices and elevating the local fishing and farming communities through choosing the freshest, locally sourced seafood, meats and produce to be used in his culinary creations. Chef JoJo understands seasonality, cooking trends and that the real key is to let the natural beauty and intricate flavor of fresh, sustainable seafood stand out on its own without the need to be over the top or pretentious.
Outside of the kitchen, Ruiz rounds out his lifestyle by partaking in yoga five days a week, spending time working on hot rods and muscle cars, and dedicating time to his family, inclusive of his toddler.
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What happens after the Thanksgiving Feast? Here are some fun ideas.
If you are planning a Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving get together, what happens after the big feast puts the exclamation point on the evening. Check out some new games below!
New Games sure to become instant classics:
Games are a must for some friendly competition after the big feast. Create laughter and lasting memories with brand new games that are sure to be instant classics. The creators of the widely popular games “Llamas Unleashed” and “Unstable Unicorns” have created a new fan favorite, “Runes & Regulations”. Runes & Regulations is a strategic card game that combines the aggressiveness of a horde of dragons with the passive-aggressiveness of a suburban unicorn. Maybe dice games or word games are more your thing, the makers of the #1 game on Amazon.com “What Do You Meme?” have recently introduced Party Bowl & Doubles! These games bring high pressure rounds of fun for any group of friends.
Llamas Unleashed – An Unstable Unicorns Game!
- Brand new Party game from the creators of unstable unicorns
- Recommended for ages 14+
- 30-45 mins of playtime
Step aside, Unicorns…Llamas will take it from here! Llamas Unleashed includes 135 brand new cards starring agriculture’s lankiest and most lovable livestock.
But llamas aren’t the only new kid on the block. Goats, rams, and alpacas also run rampant in this witty and whimsical barnyard-themed party game based on the Unstable Unicorns mechanics you already know and love!
- Build Your Field!
Collect 7 animals in your field first to win!
- Hinder Opponents Progress & Destroy Their Field
Keep your opponents from victory with Magic Cards, Instant Cards, Upgrade Cards and Downgrade cards!
Llamas unleashed is barnyard fun for 2-8 players! But llamas aren’t the only new kids on the block. Goats, Rams, and alpacas also run rampant in this witty and whimsical barnyard-themed party game. Based on the unstable unicorns mechanics you already know and love!
Unstable Unicorns Base Game
- A strategic card game that will destroy your friendships…but in a good way.
- One of kickstarter’s top 50 most backed projects of all time!
- Ages 14+ , 30-45 minutes playtime
- 2-8 players
- Build a unicorn Army. Betray your friends. Unicorns are your friends now.
- To see the rules online, check out the TeeTurtle website!
Unstable Unicorns is a strategic card game about everyone’s two favorite things: Destruction & Unicorns. The goal of Unstable Unicorns is to be the first person to collect seven Unicorns in your play area, also known as your Stable. Use Magic, Instant, Upgrade, and Downgrade cards to hinder the other players’ progress and destroy their Unicorns. But beware — each player has all of these tools at their disposal as well, and you may just find your plans foiled by a well-played “Neigh!” card. Get ready to destroy your friendships…but in a good way.
A strategic card game that will destroy your friendships…but in a good way. One of Kickstarter’s Top 50 Most Backed Projects of all time! Build a Unicorn Army. Betray your friends. Unicorns are your friends now.
Runes & Regulations Base Game- A game of Suburban sorcery
- Immerse yourself in this world of magic and the mundane by summoning Mythical pets and casting powerful spells, all within the comfort of your own home.
- Collect 5 Mythical creatures on your lawn to win!
- 2-4 players
- Includes: 134 cards, 15 tokens, 4 fences, 1 spinner, and rulebook.
Runes & regulations is a 2-4 player strategic card game that combines the aggressiveness of a horde of Dragons with the passive-aggressiveness of a suburban Unicorn.
Immerse yourself in this world of magic and the mundane by summoning mythical pets and casting powerful spells, all within the comfort of your own home.
Hope these games ideas will give you a great night of Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving. You can also wrap them up as holiday gifts for your families, making every holiday night a happy night with fun games.
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New FosPower Kids Stereo Headset with Light Up Cat Ears Brings a Dance Party for Kids
What does your little girl want for a holiday gift? Actually they are pretty easy to choose a gift for, something like a toy or a doll can always make them happy. But something like a cute headphone can make them feel happier, because they can always carry it, use it and also decorate themselves with it like a cute accessory, especially a cute cat ear headphone, I believe she will go crazy happy with it!
FosPower, a Minnesota-based company that provides premium quality electronic accessories, today announced their newest Kids Stereo Headset with Light Up Cat Ears. The affordable and high-quality headphones offer a diverse variety of features such as vibrant LEDs, a creative design and a volume limiter with a maximum sensitivity of 85dB.
FosPower’s Kids Stereo Headset with Light Up Cat Ears are the perfect music companion to keep children dancing and entertained while keeping their ears protected. The Oregon-based public health partnership Dangerous Decibels reports that a portable music player with stock headphones at maximum volume can reach over 100 decibels and cause permanent damage after only 15 minutes. The FosPower headphones are not only fun, they also prevent children from listening to audio at high volumes by keeping the volume well under 100 dB.
“FosPower is constantly at work to deliver innovative electronics with a creative touch,” said Joshua Yang, Product Manager for FosPower. “We are pleased to deliver the new FosPower Kids Stereo Headset with Light Up Cat Ears that allows them to have cute headphones while giving parents the assurance that their hearing is safeguarded.”
FosPower Kids Stereo Headset with Light Up Cat Ears Features:
Designed for Kids and Comfortability
- Cat ear headphones have padded ear cushions.
- Kids-safe volume (max of 85dB).
Light-up Cat Ears with Multiple Functions
- Kids can turn on and be amused by the vibrant LEDs installed in the cat ears to make their overall experience even more enjoyable.
- Choose to either leave the LEDs constantly on or always flashing with a simple click of a button.
Built for Durability and Flexibility
- The cat ear headphones can stretch sideways to fit different head sizes and can twist without worry.
- The adjustable headband is extendable up to an inch in height making it adaptable from toddlers to teenagers.
- Accidental yank will not ruin or damage the headphones.
Laced Cable for Increased Safety
- The laced cable provides extra durability and safeness for our cat ear headphones.
- A laced cable also creates fewer tangles making cable management cleaner and easier on the user.
Specifications
Speaker Size: 30mm
Frequency Response: 20-20,000Hz
Sensitivity: Max 85dB
Impedance: 320hm
Cable Length: 4ft
Cable Type: 3.5mm
Battery: 3V Lithium Coin Battery (CR2032)The FosPower Kids Stereo Headset with Light Up Cat Ears MSRP is $29.99, but there is a special offer on Amazon for $18.69 and can be found at: https://www.amazon.com/dp/
B07R4B8LSS. 
About FosPower
FosPower, Inc. was founded in 2014. Headquartered in Minnesota, FosPower has an integrated team from various backgrounds – ranging from techies to everyday Joe. Just like you, we are all consumers, and we are dedicated to power up your life for all your digital needs. Our peace of mind warranty guarantees quality products, and our customer service team will act promptly to achieve your satisfaction subject to the warranty. For more information visit: www.fospower.com
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IT Cosmetics Black Friday & Cyber Monday Deals!
With the holidays fast approaching, IT Cosmetics can help take the stress out of shopping for all the beauty-lovers on your list with incredible BLACK FRIDAY and CYBER MONDAY deals! PLUS, IT Cosmetics is participating in Cyber Week for the first time ever! With these online offerings, you will be thankful you can avoid those long lines for quick on-the-go shopping!
BLACK FRIDAY WEEKEND
- Available 11/29-12/1 – Promo Code: THANKFUL
- 20% Off Everything, Including Select Sale Items!
- PLUS FREE Primer and Mascara Samples when you spend $50
CYBER MONDAY
- Available 12/2 – Promo Code: LETITSHINE
- 20% Off Everything, Including Select Sale Items!
- PLUS FREE 4- Piece Gift Set When You Spend $70
- PLUS FREE FULL SIZE Superhero Mascara when You Spend $100
CYBER WEEK
- Available 12/3 – 12/8 – Promo Code: ITCYBERWEEK
- 20% Off Everything, Including Select Sale Items!
- PLUS FREE Full Size Je Ne Sais Quoi Lip Treatment When You Spend $60
Developed with plastic surgeons, IT Cosmetics™ creates products that are game-changing and, when in the hands of real women everywhere, become life-changing. We believe you’re an IT Girl™ the moment you try IT. IT Cosmetics™ works with plastic surgeons to develop clinically proven, innovative, problem-solving products that harness cutting-edge, anti-aging technologies and skin-loving ingredients to truly give you the power to be Your Most Beautiful You™.
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Amazing Tasting Dinner with Chef JoJo at Lionfish Modern Coastal Cuisine
Lulu and Ryan officially moved at San Diego for a whole year! All the people ask us which city we love better, San Diego or New York City? I will say I love both, because why do I have to choose from these two amazing cities? Especially about eating, no matter it’s NYC or San Diego, I am very satisfied about the great foods. If I have to compare, the result is – for authentic Chinese and Korean cuisine, I still stand with NYC. But for Mexican cuisine and seafoods, definitely San Diego is the winner.
The Tasting Dinner’s Menu at LIONFISH
This early month, Heydoyou was invited to experience a wonderful tasting dinner at the restaurant at San Diego’s famous nightlife district Gaslamp, it is LIONFISH Modern Coastal Cuisine. Luckily, we met the James Beard award-wining Chef JoJo. Jose “JoJo” Ruiz has again been recognized as a James Beard Foundation Smart Catch Leader, this time for the newly-opened Serẽa, making it the only restaurant on Coronado Island to receive this recognition. Chef Ruiz was also recognized by the prestigious culinary foundation for the second time as a Smart Catch Leader for Lionfish, making both restaurants the only two in San Diego to receive the recognition.
LULU with Chef JoJo
Fewer than 20 of California’s estimated 76,000 restaurants are recognized by Smart Catch. In order to be recognized by James Beard Foundation, restaurant menus must meet or exceed 80 percent sustainability, and restaurants must submit to three assessments per year. Further, “red” items , or seafood that is overfished or caught or farmed in ways that harm other marine life, can only appear twice on menus and must total 8 percent volume or less.
From front-of-house to back-of-house, JoJo ensures that his restaurants implement proper recycling practices throughout its entirety, with the aim to proactively help significantly reduce the harmful impact on San Diego’s ocean and beaches by reducing disposable waste. Under Ruiz’ leadership, his restaurants are in full support of the protection of the oceans, beaches and community for generations to come.
Additionally, Chef Ruiz only uses eco-friendly supplies in his restaurants; from biodegradable paper straws to compostable and biodegradable take-out containers and silverware. His dedication to this cause has allowed him to make Lionfish and Serea nationally certified as “Ocean Friendly” by the Surfrider Foundation . JoJo attributes his learning of sustainable practices to Patrick “Paddy” Glennon, founder of the Culinary Liberation (CLF), which brings together a group of chefs to join forces within their respective communities to promote environmental initiatives in the restaurant industry and promote nutritional education.
About the foods we tasted at dinner:
The beautiful hand crafted cocktail drinks at LIONFISH
(From left to right they are: Dante’s Peak, No Way Rose, Put a Sake’ in it, The Final Rose )
Yummy Appetizers
(From left to right they are: Oysters, Braised Salt Spring Mussels, Japanese Style Tomato Salad, Pork Belly Adobada and Blistered Shishito Peppers)
Entrees!
My Crispy Baja Snapper Fillet & Ryan’s Pan Roasted Lamb Strip Loin
Dessert Time!
Tiramisu Crepe cake and Apple TartI have to say it was an amazing tasting dinner. We definitely enjoyed the beautiful atmosphere at Lionfish at Pendry Hotel. Actually I lived in Pendry Hotel for three days this summer for a conference, I loved the lovely room, the rooftop and their spa. We had a Vip dinner at Lionfish for the conference at the second floor, which is a nice private event room with a long table. The foods at Lionfish always make me feel something really special. I remember the first dish I fell in love with this modern coastal cuisine is their Crispy Rock Shrimp which cooked with Korean Gochujang sauce. And this time, I still love Chef JoJo’s combination of American & Mexican cooking style with Asian cooking influences, such as Japanese Style Tomato Salad, Pork Belly Adobada and Blistered Shishito Peppers. Even for the dessert, the Tiramisu Crepe cake reminds me a lot of the green tea crepe cake at Lady M.
Lionfish also has a great menu for Happy Hour. The fresh oyster is only $1, hand roll is $8 and $10 for their delicious craft cocktails, they are great deals for a fancy pre-dinner party. Now is also a good timing to book your Friendsgiving dinner at 27th, Christmas Eve and New Year Eve dinner to celebrate the wonderful holiday season. Lionfish will give you an unforgettable night with wonderful atmosphere, delicious foods and the love from the ocean.
