The Nut Job 2: Nutty By Nature In Theaters August 11

The wait is almost over and one of the most exciting films of the year, Marvel’s ANT-MAN, opens in theatres everywhere this Friday!!! ANT-MAN is a lot of fun for the whole family and connects perfectly into the Marvel Cinematic Universe!
And because this is too adorable not to share, check out the “Little Ant-Man” video that’s currently becoming a viral sensation!
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ANT-MAN opens in theaters everywhere this Friday, July 17th!

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How long you’ve liked & what kind of Country Music will sort of set the mood for what kind of CMA Fest viewing party you will throw. So let’s throw in a little back story on me and my love for Country music. Growing up I was surrounded by many forms of music. My dad listened to rock, my grandma oldies (50s & 60s), my aunt classical and my mom classic country…you know singers like Loretta Lynn, Conway Twitty, Linda Ronstadt & Dolly Parton. It wasn’t until middle school where I began to take on my own styles which were a bit shaped by my friends at the time. I still liked my rock & oldies…but I was also starting to listen to pop, heavy metal & country….”new country” with singers like Clint Black, Alabama, Garth Brooks, Reba McEntire, Shania Twain, Faith Hill & the Dixie Chicks…I could go on and on, but you get the point. The music was different. While it was still country, it wasn’t the same as the classic country my mom listened to when I was little.
By now just hearing the words CMA Fest Viewing Party, you already have an inkling of what you want. I wanted to mix the rustic metal and wood with glass and greenery.
I took wood tones & rustic metals then softened them up with a white table runner & candles plus various pieces of glass decor. Adding in some greenery & floral softens it even more.
For food, I choose to go with some classic food choices like Chicken & Waffles, Personal Apple Pies, & Chocolate Chip Cookies plus throw in some party favorites like Cheese & Herbal Crackers, Fruit & Popcorn.
One of my favorite things to do is come up with themed cocktails. I used some of World Market’s spirits & unconventional cocktail mixes to create 3 themed cocktails based on songs by the artists.
Ingredients:
2 oz Rose Wine
1 oz Cranberry Juice
1 oz Lime Juice
2 oz Cranberry Vodka
Instructions:
Place Ice into shaker
Add ingredients to mix
Pour into glass with ice
Garnish with rose & lime
Ingredients:
2 oz Coconut Rum
4 oz Pineapple Juice
1 oz Orange Marmalade with Champagne
Instructions:
Place Ice into shaker
Add ingredients to mix
Pour into glass with ice
Garnish with pineapple wedge & orange peel
Ingredients:
2 oz Honey Whiskey
1/2 oz Honey
1 oz Lavender Simple Syrup
2 oz Lemon Juice
Instructions:
Place Ice into shaker
Add ingredients to mix
Pour into glass with ice
Garnish with pineapple wedge & orange peel
Grab your country cocktails and get ready to celebrate with the CMA Music Festival Concert, August 16th at 8:00-11:00 p.m. Eastern on ABC! CMA Music Festival directly benefits music education programs across the country, as every artist at the Festival donates their time, performing for free. The result of that generosity is that Festival proceeds support in- and after-school programs touching the lives of 1 million students nationwide through the work of the CMA Foundation. For more information, visit CMAfest.com
The three-hour special hosted by Thomas Rhett & Kelsea Ballerini took 4 days to film and will have performances by top country music artists.
Performances by:
Sam Hunt, Dierks Bentley, Cole Swindell, Old Dominion, Kelsea Ballerini, Blake Shelton, Lady Antebellum, Little Big Town, Dustin Lynch, Thomas Rhett, Maren Morris, Garth Brooks, Luke Bryan, Keith Urban, Brad Paisley, Dan +Shay, Brett Eldredge, Rascal Flatts, Brett Young, Eric Church, Florida Georgia Line, Miranda Lambert, Darius Rucker, Karen Fairchild, Brothers Osborne, and Chris Young!
Before you catch the thrilling performances, get geared up for the country music celebration by checking out Cost Plus World Market’s experience at the 2017 CMA Music Festival in Nashville, June 8-11th. You can read all about their meet-and-greets with seven world-famous country superstars, including Scotty McCreery, Easton Corbin, Maddie & Tae, Thompson Square, RaeLynn, Eric Paslay and Tyler Rich.

For a lot of young dancers their pointe shoe fitting is one that is surrounded by excitement yet also a bit of nervousness too. The latter is only felt because people are unsure regarding what to expect. It is a little bit like walking into the unknown for many. However, by the time you have finished reading this article you should be 100 per cent clear on what to expect when you have your fitting. So, what are you waiting for? Read on to find out more…
First thing is first, the process obviously begins with you booking a shoe fitting appointment at the likes of godashsports.com. It is important to stress that you should not just go with any dance wear and fitting company you find. If your pointe shoes are not fitted correctly then there can be serious consequences. This can lead to damage that is beyond repair and it is sad to say that there has actually been careers that have ended because of it. So do your research and be sure that the company in question has a credible reputation.
Once you have booked your appointment you can now begin to look forward to the fitting itself. In preparation, it is advisable to trim your toenails and make sure you wear ballet tights as well. These two pointers are the only things you need to worry about. Then once you arrive at the shop you will be greeted by your fitter. They may speak to your briefly about point work and explain the fitting a little bit; this all depends on the person in question. Nonetheless, the first thing they have to do is determine what type of feet you have i.e. Greek type, Egyptian type or Square type. Once they have done this they will begin selecting shoes for you to try on.
So, what happens when you try the pointe dance shoes on? The fitter will require you to stand in an array of different positions. This can include anything from a pile to a parallel. The reason they do this is so they can get a thorough analysis of the fit of the shoes. Once the fitter is satisfied that they have found the right pair they will ask you to stand en pointe in order to make their final decision. A lot of people worry about this and there is no denying that it can be slightly uncomfortable. However, don’t panic. The key is to ensure you point your toes and don’t look towards the ground as this will actually shift your weight back. The reason why the fitter needs to see you en pointe is that they need to judge whether the alignment is correct. Not only this, but they look out for extensive sickling. This is simply when the shoe actually twists away from your foot, which would signify a poor fit.
That is the process complete. It truly is as simple as that and you definitely have nothing to worry about. Just remember to wear tights, trim your toenails, and take the advice regarding standing en pointe. Don’t forget to enjoy it either, this is an exciting period after all.

In honor of DreamWorks Pictures’ charming new movie THE HUNDRED-FOOT JOURNEY starring Helen Mirren, Food Network star Chef Bar Arneson was inspired to create 6 absolutely delicious dishes after she saw the film.
In keeping with the theme of the movie “Every bite takes you home” I am curious to read about what bite takes YOU home…For me it’s my moms homemade meatloaf, mashed potatoes and green beans. Nothing like a little southern food to lift your spirits!
So, What bite takes YOU home?
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