Review: The Cricut Explore Is Not Just for Scrapbookers
The new Cricut Explore is pricey, but it packs a big, crafty punch.
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Author: Jackie Reeve
Get Ready for BookCon
If you find yourself in New York City at the end of May, you definitely want to think about attending the first annual BookCon. It’s happening in conjunction with Book Expo America (BEA), an enormous publishing event that is trade-only (publishers, booksellers, librarians, and bloggers).
Continue ReadingHappy National Crayon Day!
Today is National Crayon Day. Here are some great pieces of trivia about everyone’s favorite art supply.
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Toy Fair 2014: The Small Fry Edition
Last month’s Toy Fair highlighted the best new toys for 2014, and there were some great options out there for the preschool and under crowd.
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‘Scribblenauts Unmasked: A Crisis of Imagination’ Chapter 7
Chapter seven of Scribblenauts Unmasked: A Crisis of Imagination is released today. Here’s a preview of the new artwork.
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Giveaway: Logitech PowerShell Controller + Battery
One lucky GeekMom reader will win a Logitech PowerShell Controller + Battery!
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Touring Teddies Kickstarter: A Traveling Friend
This Kickstarter campaign gives your child a teddy bear pen pal who has caught the travel bug.
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Jerry the Bear Is Here to Help Kids With Type 1 Diabetes
An interview with Jerry the Bear co-founder and CCO Hannah Chung details this interactive little guy for children with type 1 diabetes.
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Introducing Logitech’s Global Fan Collection
Today Logitech announced 14 new mouse designs inspired by national flags. Let the games begin!
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7 Nonprofits to Support in 2014
If you’re looking for a little altruism to start 2014, here are a handful of really great organizations to support.
Continue ReadingI’m From New Jersey, and I’m Not a Bully
In the wake of “Bridgegate” making national headlines this week, let’s set some things straight about The Garden State.
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GeekMom Holiday Traditions: Learning to Relax About Traditions
This year the annual visit to see Santa at Macy’s on 34th St. taught GeekMom Jackie and her family that sometimes simple is better.
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16 Actors Who Make 'Love Actually' One of the Geekiest Casts Ever Assembled
It’s the tenth anniversary of this holiday classic, and the cast has left their mark on the geek world.
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GeekMom Holiday Traditions: Sensory Advent Calendar
GeekMom Jackie shares the details of her daughter’s first Advent calendar, filled with around-the-house treats for baby exploration.
Continue ReadingTips for Visiting the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade Balloon Inflation
If you’re in the New York City area for Thanksgiving and want to experience a great part of the parade, read these tips.
Continue Reading‘Peekaboo Sesame Street’ App Launches Today–With a Discount!
Sesame Workshop and Night & Day Studios are offering this awesome new app for $.99. Today only!
Continue Reading‘The Book Thief’ Should Be Great, But It Doesn’t Quite Get There
A review of the big-screen adaptation of Markus Zusak’s wonderful book. The film opens today.
Continue ReadingSome Last-Minute Halloween Reads
It is not too late to head over to your local library to pick up some books to help set the Halloween vibe.
Continue ReadingNew York Comic Con Has Changed…In a Good Way
Five years ago I went to NYCC for their first kids day. I was not impressed. This year, my mind was changed about the whole convention.
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Geek Chic Fashion Photos: The Results
After Vogue’s September piece on Marissa Mayer was published we asked you to send us photos of your most fabulous geek looks. You responded and proved our point.
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