RSVP for the #ManwichMonday Twitter Party

October 5, 2015, 7-8pm EST!

Don’t miss the #ManwichMonday Twitter Party on October 5, 2015, 7-8pm EST

With homework, sports, and everything else, it’s hard to find time for the most important activity of all: The good, old-fashioned family dinner.

On October 5, we’ll be chatting about back-to-school routines and how you can kick off the week with family mealtime (Hint: it involves Manwich). As we like to say, grab Monday by the buns!

Of course a party has prizes—and we’ve got 5, each one includes a $50 gift card, cookware, and lots of other stuff. Total value is $100!

RSVP below and be sure to follow @Manwich, @MrDad, and @HaveSippy. And don’t forget to use #ManwichMonday in all your tweets!

Just Click the link below and follow the directions. See you there!

Rave is regarded as one of the most extreme underground movements in music. It was dominant during 80s and 90s. Even though these parties were wild at one point, they eventually died out. Of course, there are still a lot of rave parties going on but they are not as significant and massive as they once were. However, these events had another important significance. They propelled electronic music and made it what it is today.

Rave parties were based around acid house. This music genre was first created in Chicago. During that time, many artists experimented with new sounds. New technologies allowed individuals to use electronic devices in order to create music. One of the first and definitely most significant devices of this kind was Roland TB-303. It was an amazing music generator that could produce numerous sounds. Even though it was fairly difficult to use and it required a music expert, it allowed single individual to become a concert maestro. In other words, one person could perform task of an entire band. One of these enthusiasts that first started using the generator thus creating acid house was DJ Pierre. He often performed in Music Box. After a while, this trend spread to neighboring countries.

Certain music experts claim that the Great Britain was the one that set up basis for modern techno. According to data, rave was actually used to describe events that were going on all over the London. These were known as wild bohemian parties that combined rock and electronic sounds. At first, these events were under the radar, known only to selected groups of people. After some time, influence of this music spread to other parts of England. In Northern England, there were many textile and other industrial plants that were being shut down. People who were organizing events decided to use them as a good place to throw a party. Most of the plants were secluded, partially isolated making them a great choice. Like with many other things, there is still an active dispute between US and GB as to who was the first that invented rave parties.

Like most other types of underground music, rave attracted certain groups of people and created its own subculture. People who are going to these parties are easily recognizable due to fluorescent colors which they are wearing. Seeing that ravers are prepared to spend hefty sum to dress up properly, companies started selling things such as rave pants, fury leg warmers, hair extensions and other specific products. It also gave birth to various dances. Unlike other forms of dancing, rave uses additional accessories such as glowing sticks. Some of the popular styles are Para Para, Hakken, Melbourne Shuffle, Gloving etc.

Unfortunately, these parties also led to some negative things. Rave events quickly became notorious because of the drugs that were present. For example, ecstasy was first introduced during one of these parties. After that, it spread like a wild fire. Rave, in its original form, was very popular during 80s and 90s. There is still a lot of clubs that are hosting these kinds of parties but they never managed to regain their previous popularity.

Did you know? Children who play outside are more creative, have lower stress levels and more active imaginations. They also become fitter and leaner, develop stronger immune systems, and have greater respect for themselves and others as well as the environment.
With all of the new technologies and overscheduling of today’s world, it’s easy to forget just how close—and how important— your local forest or green space really is for your kids! There are many developmental benefits for children who spend time in nature, and it’s closer than you think.

Spending time in nature can spark the imagination of kids of all ages. Even then, after aimlessly wandering into hectic schedules, technology overload, and the never ending busy world around us, adults, like ourselves might find a spark of creativity in exploring the outdoors.
Saturday, September 26th, is National Public Lands Day! This is a day to encourage your family, friends and colleagues to enjoy your local #Naturehood. What is #Naturehood, you ask? It is the forest that is right in your neighborhood, and you may not even know it. Beyond the swings, slides and clearings, there are trails, trees, wildlife and water just waiting for you.

The forest and the outdoors are a place for adventure, learning, fun, and discovery! You can even incorporate it into homeschool lessons, or just a fun weekend science lesson. The forest provides many benefits, like fresh water, shade and fresh air. There are so many possibilities. It might be tough deciding where to begin. Check out these games and activities, which can help get you going.

Forest Snapshot Game – Get behind the lens and take photos of your favorite forest friends in their natural settings.

• Biodiversity Bingo – How many different kinds of plants and animals live in your neighborhood? Find out by trying this PBS KIDS Plum Landing scavenger hunt!
• Forest In the City – Can there be a forest hiding inside the city? Watch this PBS KIDS Plum Landing video with Ranger Jesse and find out!
• Sound Safari – What kinds of sounds do you hear around your neighborhood? Try this PBS KIDS Plum Landing Sound Safari activity to find out!
• Use A Compass – Finding your way with a compass is easier than you think. Learn an important skill for navigating the forest.
• Leaf Rubbings – Leaf rubbings are a cool way to document your forest discoveries. See what they’re all about, then get outdoors and make your own.

Visit the Discovertheforest.org “What to Do” page for a full list of fun activity ideas to get you started on your outdoor adventure.