The PawSox annual Holiday Party is TODAY from 11-2 at McCoy!

The Pawtucket Red Sox will offer their 4th Annual "PawSox Enchanted Village" Holiday Party at McCoy Stadium today from 11 am - 2 pm. The event, in which the ballpark becomes a Winter Wonderland, is free and open to fans of all ages. Fans will also have the first opportunity to purchase a special Star Wars Plan ticket package.

Fifteen short years ago, no one would have ever thought this possible, however…since 2004 the Boston Red Sox have won not one, not two, not three, but four World Series and all FOUR trophies (2004, 2007, 2013, and 2018) will make a special appearance at McCoy Stadium from 11 am - 1 pm during today's event. Fans can get up close and personal with all four of the coveted trophies and, of course, take photos with these treasured pieces of Red Sox history. 

In addition to the trophies, a pair of former Red Sox pitchers will be live in person to meet fans. The always-popular Dennis "Oil Can" Boyd, who won 16 games in 1986 to help the Boston Red Sox reach the '86 World Series and went 78-77 in 214 major league games with the Red Sox (1982-89), Montreal (1990-91), and Texas (1991), will be in attendance to take photographs and sign autographs.

Southpaw Lenny DiNardo, who pitched 22 games for the historic 2004 World Champions and has been a NESN pre and post-game host during Red Sox telecasts the past few seasons, will also be on hand in the PawSox Baseball Store with Oil Can.

Red Sox mascot Wally, mascots Paws and Sox, as well as Santa Claus will greet fans young and old. 

Furthermore, the Boston Red Sox will provide access to their "Red Sox Virtual Reality" which will be set-up in one of the McCoy suites. The Virtual Reality offers viewers a 360 degree look around Fenway Park, giving fans the experience that they are standing on the field with the players, at batting practice, in the dugout, and other fun Fenway experiences.

The Holiday Party at McCoy will feature a number of other popular attractions again this December. Fans will be greeted at the Main Gate by Paws, Sox, and Wally before traversing a special "behind-the-scenes" path throughout the ballpark. As they tour the decorated "Hall of History" and peruse the memorabilia along the walls, fans will be able to enter several "workshops" in the suites to indulge in various activities and refreshments. Carolers from Pawtucket's Jacqueline M. Walsh School for the Performing and Visual Arts will provide musical entertainment.

Youngsters are invited to take Batting Practice inside the home batting tunnel, which has been transformed into a Fenway Park-like Wiffle Ball field. Weather-permitting, folks can wander out from the PawSox Clubhouse to the home team dugout and to the field, where they will be greeted by a large Christmas Tree at home plate. Families are welcome to take photos around the tree.

Fans can then walk through the Visitors' Dugout and head in to the Visiting Clubhouse, which will be stocked with food and drink, including traditional ballpark fare and other refreshments.

Attendees will have the chance to visit the Player's Wives Lounge inside McCoy to shop for used equipment and artifacts during our annual "Ballyard Sale". Fans and collectors can purchase actual game-worn uniform pants, as well as bobbleheads and other one of a kind memorabilia and art work.

Fans are encouraged to donate a new, unwrapped toy for a child to be placed in the Toys for Tots box inside the main entrance gate. Gifts will support the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots Program. 

NOTE: We love sharing fun things to do around town and thought our readers would love this! No compensation was provided in exchange for this post.

Red Sox Kid Nation is back for 2019!

On the heels of the historic Red Sox World Series Championship, the Red Sox Kid Nation program for 2019 launched today and will again include Rookie (free) and All-Star (paid) memberships for the youngest fans of Red Sox Nation.

Both program tiers include:

• one (1) FREE kids ticket with the purchase of an adult ticket
• Kid Nation loyalty points to redeem for prizes and experiences
• 10% discount in the Red Sox team store for the 2019 season
• Exclusive Kid Nation email newsletters
• Access to exclusive Kid Nation events

In addition to the above, the All-Star membership includes one of three membership kits with a membership card and lanyard, baseball globe and either tee-ball set or backpack (pictured above and to the right).

More information on the program is available at redsox.com/kidnation.

NOTE: We are providing this information because we're members of the Red Sox Parents blogger initiative. From time to time we do get to participate in fun Red Sox related activities and share that information with you, our readers. No compensation was provided for this post and all opinions are our own.

Happy Thanksgiving! What are you thankful for?

Happy Thanksgiving to all of my readers! I'm so happy that you all find my blog interesting and informative. I'm thankful for my friends, family and all of my blog readers. This past year sure was exciting with the Red Sox World Series Championship run!

There's a bunch of interesting stuff coming up in the next few weeks, so be sure to stay tuned for all that's coming up!

Toy Story 4 Teaser Trailer

I am so excited to share with you that Woody and the rest of the toys are back for an all-new adventure in “Toy Story 4,” welcoming new friends to Bonnie’s room, including a reluctant new toy called Forky. “Like most people, I assumed that ‘Toy Story 3’ was the end of the story,” said director Josh Cooley. “And it was the end of Woody’s story with Andy. But just like in life, every ending is a new beginning. Woody now being in a new room, with new toys, and a new kid, was something we have never seen before. The questions of what that would be like became the beginning of an entertaining story worth exploring.”

But Forky insists that he is NOT a toy! An actual spork-turned-craft-project, Forky is pretty sure that he doesn’t belong in Bonnie’s room. Unfortunately, every time he tries to get away, someone yanks him back into an adventure he’d rather skip. “The world of Toy Story is built upon the idea that everything in the world has a purpose,” said Cooley. “A toy’s purpose is to be there for its child. But what about toys that are made out of other objects? Forky is a toy that Bonnie made out of a disposable spork, so he’s facing a crisis. He wants to fulfill his purpose as a spork, but now has a new toy purpose thrust upon him.”

Filmmakers called on comedian Tony Hale to provide the voice of Forky. “It’s a huge thrill to be part of the Toy Story family,” he said. “But it’s going to take a while for it to really sink in.”

Said Cooley, “When we thought up this character, Tony was the first actor that came to mind and I’m thrilled he accepted. Tony’s performance as Forky is a comedy salad of confidence, confusion, and empathy... served by hilarious spork.”

How were filmmakers able to convince Hale to give voice to Forky? “A utensil’s existential crisis?” he asked. “I’m in!”

https://youtu.be/LDXYRzerjzU

NOTE: I am providing this information since I know you're just as much of a Disney fan as I am ;) No compensation was provided in exchange for sharing this information.

Blue Man Group Boston shows their World Series spirit with Red Sox content and a Buy 1 Get 1 offer

photo provided by Blue Man Group

Their skin may be Blue, but their socks are definitely RED!

To celebrate the Boston Red Sox going to the World Series, Blue Man Group Boston will add Red Sox themed content to their show and offer a buy one, get one free ticket offer through October 28th.

"We’ve worked with the Red Sox in the past on some of their community events and are excited to see them headed to the World Series,” said Jonathan Screnci, Resident General Manager, Blue Man Group Boston. “This is our little way of showing our Red Sox pride and cheering on this incredible team.”

In addition to the themed show content, the lobby bar in the Charles Playhouse will be serving a Red Sox inspired custom cocktail to add to the festivities.

The buy one, get one free ticket offer will be available starting today and is good for shows Oct. 25-28 using promo code: GOSOX.  Tickets can be purchased online at: https://www.blueman.com/boston/buy-tickets

NOTE: While we partner with Blue Man Group to give you information throughout the year, no compensation was provided. 

What a season... Let's continue cheering on the Sox in the WORLD SERIES!

I have been so happy to be involved with the Boston Red Sox and help promote their family friendly activities through their Red Sox Parents program once again. You've had the chance to hear about all of the fun things they have for kids to do with adults and new ways to engage the next generation of baseball fans! We absolutely love checking out Wally's Clubhouse, eating all of the great food at Fenway and enjoying all of the different ways they spread the baseball love around Boston and New England.

It's been so exciting to watch the team win 108 games during the regular season to capture the American League East, advance in the Divisional Series, and now the Championship Series to now play in the World Series!

I've also recently partnered with Fanatics so you can buy the official American League Champions Locker Room gear here. Please note, I include affiliate links within this post to support the work I do on this site.

Let's cheer on the Sox as they play in the WORLD SERIES!

NOTE: We are proud members of the Red Sox Parents program where we share family friendly activities of the Red Sox. We're just happy they're in the Postseason this year! No compensation was provided and all opinions, as always, are our own. I also have included affiliate links within this post to support the work I do on this site.

FREE Event on October 20th at Charlestown Navy Yard to Celebrate Three Naval Birthdays

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event/in-the-yard-a-celebration-of-540-years-of-service/

Looking for something fun to do this weekend?

Join the National Park Service, USS Constitution Museum, and USS Constitution in celebrating three birthdays: the U.S. Navy (243rd), “Old Ironsides” (221st), and USS Cassin Young (75th) on Saturday, October 20 from 11:00 am-3:00 pm.

Participate in hands-on activities for all ages including a Watson Adventures scavenger hunt, watch USS Constitution‘s crewmembers perform boarding pike and gun drills, enjoy birthday cake, LEGO® building activities by LEGOLAND Discovery Center Boston and more!

There will be a brief ceremony at 1:00 PM with a special LEGO® build unveil by LEGOLAND® Discovery Center Boston too!

This family-friendly event is free and open to the public. A full schedule of events can be found here: https://ussconstitutionmuseum.org/event/in-the-yard-a-celebration-of-540-years-of-service/

NOTE: We are providing this since we think it would be interesting for you! No compensation was provided. We are proud to partner with LEGOLAND Discovery Center Boston since it's a fun place, and enjoy telling you about the fun things they do around town.