‘Party’ Category

It really is Incredible!

Monday, April 19th, 2010

With all of the rain we have been lately my kids and I were going stir crazy last week!  So, we decided to venture out somewhere we had never been.  It was enough for me to meet the manager and let them know I wanted to blog about what a great experience we had at Incredible Pizza Company. 

Incredible Pizza is a large indoor play area that also serves delicious pizza, pasta, baked potatoes, beverages and dessert.  The best thing of all was how incredibly clean I found this place to be.  They have bumper cars, go karts, mini bowling lanes, putt putt golf, and tons of other games.  Their system is great too.  You buy a buffet meal and a game card that has the money on the card.  Kids don’t lose tokens and parents get to keep track of how much money is left on the card to make it fair for your kids to have equal playing time.  Most of the games you play allow you to win tickets.  Once you are ready to leave, total up your tickets so your child goes home with a prize :)  

Incredible Pizza Company has great savings offered throughout the week:  $1 buffet Monday: with $15 game card purchased, 2 for $20 Tuesday: receive 2 kid’s buffets and 2 $10 game cards for only $20, Wacky Wednesday: choose your option of timed play and receive unlimited play on all attractions and video games, Double Thursdays: they will DOUBLE the value on all game play with your buffet purchase, Friday: purchase $20 game card and get $10 free added to the card!

http://www.incrediblepizza.com/sanantonio  to learn more about all Incredible Pizza has to offer.  They are located at 11743 West Ave. @ Blanco.

Mi Casa Tamale Restaurant

Saturday, April 17th, 2010

I think I have found my new favorite place to hang out on a Friday night!  Outside patio, live band, basketball court, 2 trampolines and about 10 Rainbow Playsystems lined up for your kids to be in playground heaven.  Oh, and did I mention the food has great tex-mex and delicious margaritas?!?!   Mi Casa is located off of I-10 and Ralph Fair Rd.  Definitely a kid friendly place with very affordable meals for the whole family.  This is a must try place!

Big Lou’s Pizza

Monday, April 5th, 2010

If you are looking for a fun experience and a great place to host a party, you might want to check out Big Lou’s Pizza restaurant for a memorable way to eat a pizza.  This restaurant has been featured on Man vs. Food on the Travel Channel because of it’s unique way of serving pizza.  You can order a 42 inch pizza that will feed an army!  It literally takes up the entire table.  You have to hold your drink in your lap in order for the pizza to fit.  It is recommended not to add too many toppings or the dough will get too soggy.  This could be a funny and adventurous night out with your friends, date night with other couples or for a bday party for bigger kids.  The pizza is tasty too!  Check it out.  You can find them at:

(210) 337-0707

2530 S Ww White Rd
San Antonio, TX 78222 29.3854 -98.4043

Easter Story with Easter Cookies

Thursday, April 1st, 2010

The Easter Story Cookies

To be made the evening before Easter.

You need:

1 cup whole pecans
1 tsp. vinegar
3 egg whites
pinch salt
1 cup sugar
zipper baggie
wooden spoon
tape
A Bible

Preheat oven to 300 degrees. This is important! Don’t wait until you’re
half done with the recipe!

Place pecans in zipper baggie and let children beat them with the wooden spoon to break into small pieces. Explain that after Jesus was arrested,
He was beaten by the Roman soldiers.
Read John 19:1-3.

Let each child smell the vinegar.
Put 1 tsp. vinegar into mixing bowl.
Explain that when Jesus was thirsty on the cross,
He was given vinegar to drink.
Read John 19:28-30.

Add egg whites to vinegar. Eggs represent life.
Explain that Jesus gave His life to give us life.
Read John 10:10-11.

Sprinkle a little salt into each child’s hand. Let them taste it and
brush the rest into the bowl. Explain that this represents the salty tears
shed by Jesus’ followers, and the bitterness of our own sin.
Read Luke 23:27.

So far, the ingredients are not very appetizing.
Add 1 cup sugar.
Explain that the sweetest part of the story is that Jesus died
because He loves us. He wants us to know and belong to Him.
Read Ps. 34:8 and John 3:16.

Beat with a mixer on high speed for 12 to 15 minutes until stiff peaks
are formed. Explain that the color white represents the purity in God’s eyes of those whose sins have been cleansed by Jesus.
Read Isa. 1:18 and John 3:1-3.

Fold in broken nuts. Drop by teaspoons onto wax paper covered cookie
sheet.  Explain that each mound represents the rocky tomb where Jesus’ body was laid.
Read Matt. 27:57-60.

Put the cookie sheet in the oven, close the door and turn the oven OFF.
Give each child a piece of tape and seal the oven door. Explain that
Jesus’ tomb was sealed.
Read Matt. 27:65-66.

NOW GO TO BED!
Explain that they may feel sad to leave the cookies in the oven overnight.  Jesus’ followers were in despair when the tomb was
sealed.
Read John 16:20 and 22.

On Easter morning, open the oven and give everyone a cookie. Notice the cracked surface and take a bite. The cookies are hollow! On the first
Easter, Jesus’ followers were amazed to find the tomb open and empty.
Read Matt. 28:1-9

Share “The Easter Cookie Story” With Your Friends.

Hop On Over

Thursday, March 18th, 2010

Rainbow  Play Systems is holding their 3rd annual Easter Celebration Saturday March 27 from 10am-7:30pm!  This is an AMAZING event that you and your family will all enjoy.Base Sunshine Clubhouse Package II

Start the morning off right with open play on all of the Rainbow Play Systems, trampolines, inflatables, basketball courts, pony rides and pictures with the Easter Bunny (bring your camera for your pictures).  

There are 2 Easter Egg Hunts for kids from 0-11 years old.  At 11:30 the hunt will begin for 0-5 years old.  Then the kids ages 6-11 will have their hunt at 12:00.  Inside the eggs are yummy treats and best of all….SUPER great give aways and coupons to local restaurants!

Starting at 12:30 there will be prizes, prizes and more prizes to give away from local businesses.  Trampoline, picnic table, baby swing, potted plant arrangements, Rainow Play System Treehouse, party package from Family Celebration Station, NBA basketball goal from GrandSlam Courts and MUCH MUCH more. 

Then at 1:00 there will be games and crafts, balloon artists, face painting, DigiKids Identification, Fire and Police Department, Petting Zoo, Truman the Dragon, and more! 

4:00 will be a Bird Zone Golf Putting Tournament.  Rainbow Play Systems will be featuring Monsters VS Aliens at 7:30 on the big screen outside. 
I am telling you….this is a well thought out and amazingly fun day for everyone and the best part of all…..IT IS FREE!!!!!  There will be a snack bar open with hot dogs, nachos, etc. you can purchase but all other activities (except for the pony rides) are FREE! 

Celebrate Easter with your family, enjoy the spring weather and be sure to mark March 27 on your calendar.  Plan on spending your day at Rainbow Play Systems located at 25840 IH-10 W, Boerne, TX.  1-800-RAINBOW.

Enchanted Springs

Tuesday, March 16th, 2010

So, did you know that right in the hills of our town lies a precious place that Oprah Winfrey rated as one of the best family attractions in 2008?  I had NO idea this place was here so close to all of us Savvy Mommas.

What is Enchanted Springs?  A western movie set and animal park with real live cowboys and cowgirls!  There are old western wagons, the town Saloon and plenty of area for you to picnic and play like you are on an old wetern movie with your friends and kids.  When you go you will experience tractor wagon rides through the animal park, pony rides and shows by Pistol Packin’ Paula.  This is an experience you won’t want to miss and will make for a great day with wonderful pictures of you and your crew!

Enchanted Springs is open for Spring Break March 17-21 from 10-5 and always open only on the weekends until June.  June-August they are open from 10-5.  Adults are $14 for admission, children 3-12 are $7 and kids under 3 are free.  Private parties, weddings and field trips are all available.  Check out their web page at http://enchantedspringsranch.com to get directions and learn more about the ranch.

Spring Has Sprung!

Sunday, March 14th, 2010

YEA YEA YEA!  It seems like the weather is starting to consistently be warmer and more beautiful lately.  All I can say is THANK YOU JESUS.  I was to the point that the kids were ridin their bikes inside the house because we weren’t getting out much. NOT anymore :)

So, now that the weather is warmer I want to hear from you!  Where are some of your favorite parks around town?  What fun games and activities are you doing outside with your kids?  It is picnic season, throwing rocks in rivers and ponds season, feeding the animals season and staying outside all day long.  I might even forgo naps occasionally if the weather stays this good.  Bring on the sunshine! 

Please comment back on your favorite parks and activities so I can send it out for all the Savvy Mommas to take advantage of this amazing weather.

Morgans’ Wonderland

Tuesday, March 2nd, 2010

I am sure each of you has seen the commercial for Morgan’s Wonderland…opening in 39 days.  This place is amazing!  If you haven’t seen the commercial I wanted to be sure to make sure you heard about this great new park. 

The park was inspired by Gordon Hartman’s daughter, Morgan, who is disabled.  The mission of Morgan’s Wonderland is to set a new standard for excellence in providing outdoor recreational opportunities for individuals with disabilities.  But, the park is open to the entire public.  The park sits on 25 acres and has numerous things to offer for everyone to enjoy.  You can literally spend an entire day there exploring all there is to offer. 

Some of the amentities and activities include: 3 playscapes, train rides, carousel, ampitheater, catch and release fishing, remote controlled boats, gymnasium where you can play basketball, volleyball and tennis, walking path around the lake, water play areas, off road adventure ride, music garden, swings, sand circle, gift shops, and a sensory village with pretend grocery shopping, theater, stable and much more.  This place really has everything you could imagine to complete a fun filled day with your kids and family!

Check out their website to learn more and remember to make reservations before each visit.  This is a place you won’t want to miss!  http://morganswonderland.com.

Heart Shaped Crayons…or any shape you want

Wednesday, February 24th, 2010

Found a cool craft that is easy, inexpensive, fun for kids to help and makes for great party favors for little kiddos.  You don’t have to do heart shaped crayons, but since it was February and this was what tins my friend found at Target that is what she used. 

All you do is buy disposable muffin tins (heart, easter bunny, carrot, etc.) and a large box of crayons.  Peel each crayon making sure all paper is off of the crayon (use an exacto knife down the wrapper to make it faster to get the paper off).  Break the crayons into 4-5 pieces each and place all colors of crayons into the muffin tins.

Load the tins with the crayons and bake on 275 until things start to get gooey.  Let them cool and then peel off the tins.  You have precious shaped crayons to give to friends and for your kids to use at home.  So cute!  Thanks Ang and Robin for the idea!

Painting With A Twist

Monday, February 22nd, 2010

Just found a great place for your next Girls Night Out event….Painting With a Twist!   This place is great to explore your imagination and put your feelings down on a canvas.  Book a party for you and your friends.  BYOB or wine and they provide the paint, canvas, brushes.  The night will even be lead by an instructor who will teach you how to create the perfect masterpiece.

Painting With a Twist is located in the Artisans Alley at 555 West Bitter Road.  210-495-7928.  Check out their website to learn more about book a party there today!  You won’t be disappointed.  You might pick up a new hobby.  http://paintingwithatwist.com/sanantonio