If New Orleans isn’t exactly top of mind when it comes to places for great family vacations, it’s time to think again!
There is so much fun for families in the Big Easy, and some of these activities are new this summer.
For example, guests this summer are loving Audubon Aquarium’s Parakeet Point — set against the backdrop of the Mississippi River right at the foot of world-famous Canal Street, where hundreds of parakeets flock and fly and interact with guests. Visitors are invited to purchase a feed stick for a dollar and feed these personable birds. There are 800 birds in the exhibit, which opened to rave reviews this past spring.
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For the second straight year, State Farm and Major League Baseball (MLB) are giving fans from coast to coast the chance to deliver a big hit for their favorite charitable organization. Through the Go To Bat program, an online, charitable initiative driven by State Farm’s commitment to helping communities get to a better state, fans can support the causes that mean the most to them and take their shot at winning one of the $18,000 weekly donations for their favorite charity and a trip for two to the 2011 World Series.
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Wish you could mix up all the delicious tastes of summer in a single serving? Well, thanks to Noodles & Company, you can now get the unforgettable tastes of vegetable gardens, juicy strawberries and backyard barbecues in two wholesomely tasty salads. For a limited time, your neighborhood Noodles is offering a summer twist to its salad line-up that features fresh ingredients and big flavor.
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Buddy Boutonniere, a big hearted Standard Poodle, is a rescue dog who finds love and purpose in this world and the next. His pal MacKenzie, a take charge Border Collie who narrates Buddy’s story, learns the power of friendship and acceptance through Buddy’s travails and triumphs. Learn about the book and about this author here, http://www.buddystail.com Children Ages 9 and up (Actually dog loving adults also like this book)
From a four-ton elephant to tiny fly larvae, American Humane Association was on the set of “Water for Elephants” ensuring that every animal in the production was treated humanely and kept safe. American Humane Association awarded this 20th Century Fox film its highest rating, “Monitored: Outstanding - ‘No Animals Were Harmed’ ®.”
“It’s a big endorsement to get from the American Humane Association,” said lead actress Reese Witherspoon. “They’re very conscious of how the animals are treated. They’re on set every day, making sure the animals were provided safe facilities and safe transportation and that they can only work a certain amount of hours. They are just the happiest animals — you can tell!”
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Clean energy from renewable sources like solar and wind power has long been considered the way of the future. Wind power, in particular, has enormous commercial potential, especially in Germany, where it promises not only to protect the environment, but to create employment as well. At this year’s Hannover Messe, the world’s leading providers are presenting their latest wind energy innovations and showing ways in which clean electricity and energy efficiency can help make our big cities better places to live.
Clarence Knight, a filmmaker making it big in Hollywood, was suddenly summoned back home by his best friend, Reggie Dunn. Reggie’s father, who played an intricate part in Clarence’s upbringing, was dying. Clarence started a documentary of his old hood, Woodland Heights, and got much more than he bargained for. Learn about the book, http://bit.ly/fjeJ4x Learn about this author, http://bit.ly/hKtAKQ mystery, suspense, thriller
New crash tests and analysis by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety demonstrate that underride guards on tractor-trailers can fail in relatively low-speed crashes -- with deadly consequences. The Institute is petitioning the federal government to require stronger underride guards that will remain in place during a crash and to mandate guards for more large trucks and trailers.
The Sports Authority, in alliance with NFL Play 60, USA Football and NFL Super Bowl Champion Michael Strahan, held a press conference at a local Dallas Sports Authority store to promote ‘Pass the Good’, their effort to encourage kids to get active.
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Little pigs have big plans when Mama leaves for the day. You will squeal with delight over this toe tapping tale of culinary chaos. Learn about the book: http://bit.ly/eAVH1n Learn about this author: http://www.michellemeadows.com/ Children�s picture book
Cars.com, a leading resource for buying and selling a car, kicks off its 2011 advertising campaign with two brand new commercials airing in Super Bowl XLV. This is the site’s fourth consecutive year advertising in the Big Game, delivering its message of “confidence” alongside some of the most recognizable brands in the country.
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