Osvaldo “Ozzy” Martinez of La Salle tuned in regularly to TV chef Gordon Ramsay and came to admire his culinary skills, if not his notoriously foul mouth. Martinez decided he’d like to walk in Ramsay’s footsteps someday and maybe own his own restaurant someday.
Category: Kids
Elton John is better person now
The 69-year-old singer and his husband David Furnish have two sons, Zachary, six, and four-year-old Elijah – who were born to a surrogate – and he admits it is “unimaginable” how much his life is different now to before he became a parent, and he couldn’t be happier with the changes. He said: “It’s unimaginable how the children have changed my life.
Kids have their say about favorite books
Parents, teachers, librarians and booksellers have a worthy goal in common: They are eager to put quality books in the hands of young readers. This is the reason prestigious awards like the Newbery and Caldecott medals exist – to recognize and promote outstanding titles for children.
Pick of the WeekThe FamilyDr2, March 13, 00:00Director Rosie Jones (Triangle Wars) explore
Director Rosie Jones explores the story of a notorious Australian cult and its operations during the 1960s and 70s, but while it’s an interesting tale, the Guardian felt the end result was convoluted. Yoga teacher and cult leader Anne Hamilton-Byrne claimed to be the reincarnation of the Messiah.
‘This is Us’ stars Ventimiglia, Moore have their say
This Jan. 8, 2017 file photo shows Milo Ventimiglia, left, and Mandy Moore in the press room at the 74th annual Golden Globe Awards in Beverly Hills, Calif. The season finale for the popular time-twisting family drama will air Tuesday at 9 p.m. EST on NBC.
Happy birthday, Barbie — but is she bad for girls?
Barbie made her debut March 9, 1959, and since then, more than a billion Barbies have been sold. But critics say the doll’s ridiculous proportions perpetuate gender stereotypes, unhealthy body image and white beauty ideals.
Aisling O’Loughlin: ‘I’d rather be with kids than A-listers’
Aisling O’Loughlin has said she does not miss TV3 because the long hours were “not sustainable” for a working mum. Aisling O’Loughlin has said she does not miss TV3 because the long hours were “not sustainable” for a working mum.
Kids receiving up to $43 per tooth as Tooth Fairy expectations rise
Some parents are shelling out exorbitant sums of money each time their child loses a tooth as expectations rise with the cost of living. In a recent study of 1000 parents conducted by natural care brand Jack N’ Jill Kids, some mums and dads reported giving up to $43 per tooth.
Kanye West’s ‘deep connection’ with Caitlyn Jenner
The ‘Famous’ rapper was hospitalised in November amid reports he had suffered a breakdown and he has reportedly turned to the ‘I Am Cait’ star – who, before her transition, was previously married to Kanye’s mother-in-law Kris Jenner – for “counselling” as he gets back on track. A source told Closer magazine: “Caitlyn has been counselling Kanye over the past few months and they often talk for hours on the phone or at her Malibu home, which has become a refuge for him.
Chance the Rapper meets with governor after Twitter exchange
Chance the Rapper met with Illinois Gov. Bruce Rauner Friday to discuss local education issues and his concerns over recent cuts to public school funding. “He gave me a lot of vague answers, so we’ll see what happens,” the Chicago rapper said while talking to reporters after the meeting.
Disney Channel presents ‘Andi Mack,’ an Engaging New Series …
“Andi Mack,” a compelling story of self-discovery written by Terri Minsky, the creator of Disney Channel’s hit series “Lizzie McGuire,” will be available on-demand, beginning FRIDAY, MARCH 10 , on the Disney Channel App, Video-on-Demand, Disney.com, Disney Channel YouTube, iTunes, Amazon and Google Play. Exclusive access to the second episode will also be available Friday, March 10, via Disney Channel VOD and to verified users of the Disney Channel App.
ITV Orders Five-Part Drama ‘Desire’ From ‘Last King of Scotland’ Co-Writer
… revealed closer to the start of filming. The series will be distributed internationally by ITV Studios Global Entertainment.
Oliver: Trump the Real Bathroom PredatorBy Marlow Stern
The ‘Last Week Tonight’ host blasted the president’s decision this past week to roll back protections for transgender kids. This week, President Trump “rescinded protections for transgender students that had allowed them to use bathrooms corresponding with their gender identity,” reported The New York Times.
If the ‘Flip or Flop’ couple want to put their kids first, they should get off reality TV
‘We’re just normal, nice people who just, you know, want to be the best parents and coworkers that we can be,” Christina El Moussa told “Good Morning America” last week. Christina and her husband, Tarek, the stars of HGTV’s home-improvement show “Flip or Flop,” have been going through a very public divorce, but the two have announced that they will continue to work together both professionally as real-estate flippers and personally for the sake of their two children, aged 6 and 1. Which is great news.
Jennifer Garner stresses early education with US governors
Actress Jennifer Garner says growing up “surrounded by generational, rural poverty” in West Virginia inspired her to become an advocate for early-childhood education. Garner spoke at a meeting of the National Governors Association on Saturday about programs that bring educators into the homes of low-income parents to help them get their kids ready for kindergarten.
Catherine Zeta Jones’ TV gift for husband Michael
The ‘Chicago’ actress – who has kids Dylan, 16, and Carys, 13, with her spouse – fell in love with a dream home but the ‘Behind the Candelabra’ star was reluctant to move. However, Michael went along with her wishes and in order to cheer him up and allow him to give her free reign to do what she wanted with the property, she made sure the abode was kitted out with a “huge” new television.
Awesome 11-year-old girl invents a prosthetic arm that blasts glitter
… ages of 10 to 15 to design and build their own body modifications. Epic. is a global, multi-platform media and entertainment company. Powered by its own proprietary technology, Mashable is the go-to source for tech, digital culture and entertainment …
Caitlyn Jenner calls Trump’s transgender policy a ‘disaster’
Well @realDonaldTrump , from one Republican to another, this is a disaster. You made a promise to protect the LGBTQ community.
Sitcoms that influenced us and our parenting
Ask anyone who grew up in the 1970s, ’80s and ’90s about their favorite sitcoms and they probably won’t miss a beat, answering quickly and with tremendous passion about shows that influenced them in countless ways. “For every Jewish girl, I think it was ‘Rhoda,’ ” said Gold, who wrote and starred in the critically acclaimed one-woman off-Broadway show “The Judy Show: My Life as a Sitcom.”
Rubin: Why grow up when you can play with trains?
For the volunteer crew at mammoth Chi-Town Station in Commerce Township, adulthood is optional when the tracks are full. Rubin: Why grow up when you can play with trains? For the volunteer crew at mammoth Chi-Town Station in Commerce Township, adulthood is optional when the tracks are full.
BRACES are trendy beauty product for middle-aged women
EXCLUSIVE: ‘She cares more about destroying me than her own kids.’ Ex of ‘vindictive’ Lisa Marie Presley hits back at claims she found ‘disturbing’ pictures of children on his computer, promising bombshell revelations about her ‘It’s a fake presidency’: Mika Brzezinski fires back at Trump after the President’s marathon press conference criticizing the media and Morning Joe’s feud with advisor Kellyanne Conway Manchester United soccer legend Dwight Yorke ‘is denied entry into US’ under Trump’s border laws because of ‘Iranian stamp in his passport’ Revealed, the intriguing truth about infidelity: Only men have the adultery gene, career women fuel divorce and men stray most aged 55 to 65 Massachusetts woman ‘is raped and nearly a dozen tourists are bound and robbed’ by masked gunmen at popular Colombian beach resort Democrat from ultra-liberal Portland, Oregon says he’s looking at the 25th … (more)
Tree smashes through model Ireland Baldwin’s backyard
EXCLUSIVE: ‘She cares more about destroying me than her own kids.’ Ex of ‘vindictive’ Lisa Marie Presley hits back at claims she found ‘disturbing’ pictures of children on his computer, promising bombshell revelations about her ‘It’s a fake presidency’: Mika Brzezinski fires back at Trump after the President’s marathon press conference criticizing the media and Morning Joe’s feud with advisor Kellyanne Conway Democrat from ultra-liberal Portland, Oregon says he’s looking at the 25th amendment because he fears for Trump’s mental health Massachusetts woman ‘is raped and nearly a dozen tourists are bound and robbed’ by masked gunmen at popular Colombian beach resort ‘Far exceeded my expectations’: Face transplant recipient hails staggering results of his procedure just EIGHT MONTHS after surgery and 10 years after he nearly blew his head off in failed suicide bid Gold-dusted popcorn, … (more)
Books for Kids: I am Jim Henson
Cover illustration, by Christopher Eliopoulos, for I am Jim Henson, by Brad Meltzer, part of the Ordinary People Change the World series of picture-book biographies, published by Dial Books. You know you’re in for a treat when the first text you see is on the inside front endpaper, in voice balloons hovering over a small illustration of Statler and Waldorf, two elderly hecklers from The Muppet Show.
Mother with kids in car caught ‘speeding, drink driving’
Police officers in the town of Cue posted a receipt from the breath test to Twitter and wrote: ‘This is why we breath test at all hours.’ The 27-year-old woman was stopped by officers on the Great Northern Highway in the Shire of Mt Magnet before 9.15am on Thursday.
JAKKS Pacific and Warner Bros. Consumer Products Join Forces on a…
… Inc. (NASDAQ: JAKK) today announced it has joined forces with Warner Bros. Consumer Products, on behalf of DC Entertainment, on a multi-year, global licensing deal to manufacture, market and distribute large Action Pose dolls, everyday dress-up and …
Library has something for everyone
“The weather is cold and wet and we just want something fun to do that doesn’t involve leaving the house.” At least that’s what my kids say at home.
Using Improv To Help Kids With Autism Show And Read Emotion
It can be difficult to socialize and make friends for many children with autism. Often that’s because reading body language and others’ emotions doesn’t always come easily.
David Beckham enjoys day out with the kids in New York City
David Beckham had a great day with his four children while Victoria was hard at work – and shared snaps of their time at the Natural History Museum on Instagram David Beckham had fun entertaining his four children while Victoria was hard at work in New York City! The proud dad took his kids Brooklyn, 17, Romeo , 14, Cruz , 11 and five-year-old Harper to the Natural History Museum, and shared snaps of their exciting family day on Instagram! Posting a photo of himself with his children at the museum, he wrote: “Nice day in NYC & a great few hours at the Natural History Museum. Keeping the littlest ones busy whilst mum works on the collection.”
Long Branch barbershop library program model for New Jersey
The Long Branch public library’s barbershop reading program “Fade to Books” is being touted as a model by the New Jersey State Library. “We like their program so much that we want to replicate it across the state,” said Peggy Cadigan, New Jersey State Library’s Librarian for Innovation.
A Super-Violent Power Rangers Series Could Happen
One property that seems to be cashing in on the growing trend of nostalgia is the long running kids show Power Rangers . The upcoming blockbuster of the same name is fast approaching, and which will surely set itself apart from the campy kids show which preceded it.
Greed should not drive your career goals
Greed should not drive your career goals The principal asked students what kind of car they wanted to drive or whether they want their own boat. Check out this story on ydr.com: http://on-ydr.co/2kX39mX Imagine a world without your automobile mechanic or your dental hygienist.
NBC’s “The Voice” Season 1 Show-Shocker Pays It Forward for Local Youth
NBC’s “The Voice” semi-finalist Jared Blake is paying it forward to students at Valley View Elementary School and another TBA location. Blake was introduced on The Voice, to its 14-million viewers, as a “recovering alcoholic and addict” on the debut season.
Aisling O’Loughlin: ‘The hardest part of splitting up is the kids’
Aaisling O’Loughlin has revealed the hardest part of her break-up to Nick MacInnes is when he has to say goodbye to their children. Nicholas MacInnes and Aisling O’Loughlin at the launch of the exclusive limited edition Carmen Explorer bags, which have been designed exclusively by Irish designer Pauric Sweeney for Carmen wines at the Little Museum of Dublin on Stephens Green.
Lance Bass wants cooking show to help gay kids
“My Kitchen Rules” is the latest cooking show to air on Fox. The Thursday night series features celebrity duos cooking and evaluating one another’s food.
Can the Caped Crusader ‘bam’ silly studies?
Someone might mistake him for a Pittsburgh Steelers fan in those colors – and thrill his Grandpa Bill – if it weren’t for the fact that a football player usually doesn’t wear a cape and his helmet doesn’t have pointy ears on top. Day in and day out for the past 18 months or so, Owen’s favorite character has been Batman.
How Sesame Street Explains The Toughest Parts Of Life
When I watched Sesame Street as a child, I remember it being loads of fun. Oscar the Grouch cracked me up.
Scott Disick Refusing To Go To Couples Counseling With Kourtney
Oh no! Just when Scott Disick is finally back on Kourtney Kardashian’s good side, he’s blowing it by not being a committed partner and working on their relationship. HollywoodLife.com has EXCLUSIVE details of how he’s on thin ice with her after refusing to go to couples counseling.
Kenya Moore claims past domestic abuse of Sheree Whitfield
‘I know for a fact’: Kenya Moore claims Sheree Whitfield was the victim of an abusive relationship as the two spar on RHOA Kenya Moore claimed that Sheree Whitfield was in a past abusive relationship during a stormy lunch on Sunday’s episode of The Real Housewives Of Atlanta. Sheree was referencing Kenya goading Porsha Williams over lunch about her anger management classes and her ex-boyfriend Matt’s recent vandalism of her home.
Screen scene: Local film news
FILMMAKER’S WEEKEND: Seen here, a still from My Dear Americans represents one of multiple short works that award-winning filmmaker Arpita Kumar will screen during her visit to Asheville. a Grail Moviehouse hosts an encore screening of Democracy for Sale on Wednesday, Jan. 25, at 7 p.m. The documentary follows North Carolina native Zach Galifianakis throughout his home state as he investigates its transformation at the hands of political spending.
JAC, Leonard School of Music join forces
Jazz Artists of Charlest worked with the Children’s Museum of the Lowcountry and Mayor John Tecklenburg in November for Jazz Day for Kids. Students from various schools came to the Charleston Music Hall for a live performance from the Charleston Jazz Orchestra.
Take a peek at the Children’s Book Week poster
Take a peek at the Children’s Book Week poster Kids’ illustrator Christian Robinson gets the assignment this year. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2jCj8Wi Why not? Here’s a first look at this year’s poster for Children’s Book Week, the annual celebration of books for kids and teens, which this year runs from May 1-7.
Harlem Globetrotters bring smiles to children in hospitals, schools during Lafayette visit
The Harlem Globetrotters visit hospitals across the nation for their Smile Patrol Program. Flight Time says this is for the children who are too sick to make it out to the arena to see the Globetrotters in action.
Kid Stuff: Jan. 12-19
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Massachusetts girl, 9, takes her culinary talents to TV
And even if you are a professional chef, that’s no guarantee that you’ve also been a chef on TV like she has. Currently a student at Fall Brook Elementary, Caldwell was recently able to put her passion for culinary arts to good use as a contestant on the fifth season of the Fox reality series “MasterChef Junior.”
Sony kids’ catch-up on YouView
Sony Pictures Television’s portfolio of kids’ channels is launching a catch-up service on UK Internet TV platform YouView from January 10th. Following YouView’s recent announcement of a re-engineering and redesign of the entire platform, Sony Kids is the first player to launch since the roll out of the new software.
Neil Patrick Harris deliciously vile in Netflix’s
The sinister Count Olaf with his three poor charges who find themselves at his mercy after a fire takes their home and parents in ‘A Series of Unfortunate Events’ on Netflix. The sinister Count Olaf with his three poor charges who find themselves at his mercy after a fire takes their home and parents in ‘A Series of Unfortunate Events’ on Netflix.
Watch how Neil Patrick Harris terrified his children for his new TV show
How I Met Your Mother star Neil Patrick Harris has told how he terrified his young children by recreating the characters from his new TV series for them. Neil takes on the role of Count Olaf in A Series Of Unfortunate Events, based on the children’s novels by Lemony Snicket.
Watch how Neil Patrick Harris terrified his children for his new TV…
How I Met Your Mother star Neil Patrick Harris has told how he terrified his young children by recreating the characters from his new TV series for them. Neil takes on the role of Count Olaf in A Series Of Unfortunate Events, based on the children’s novels by Lemony Snicket.
The Fisher Price Smart Cycle is an adorable form of exercise
Fisher Price is preparing the next generation for a life of apps and exercise bikes with its latest innovation in the way children play. The Smart Cycle is a miniature exercise bike with a tablet stand mounted on the front — kids pedal to play the attached game.
7 things to know now: 4 kids poisoned in Texas; what sank the…
The children, along with six others, were sickened when they were exposed to phosphine gas. The gas is believed to have been created when water was doused on a “restricted use” chemical — aluminium phosphide — that had been sprayed under the home to kill rodents, law enforcement officials said.
Anza’s Expedition
Local children will bring history to life through a short historical play about Anza’s visit to Yuma in 1775. Director Erin Natseway has been assisted by choreographers Kaitlyn and Ashlynn Ball, as they share a love of theater and dance with the group of kids.
Program helps save families at verge of homelessness
Joaquin Medina, his wife, Wanda Arce, and children, Genesis Medina, age 18, and Chris Medina, age 16, at the Osceola Council for Aging in Kissimmee. After falling on hard times, the family received assistance from the Osceola Council for Aging, Building Strong Families program.
Salvation Army gives gift of relief to single mom
The Osceola Council on Aging Building Strong Families program gives assistance to families struggling to make ends meet and puts them on a path for a stabler future. The Osceola Council on Aging Building Strong Families program gives assistance to families struggling to make ends meet and puts them on a path for a stabler future.
Mumbai Diary: Tuesday Dossier
Playing the perfect Santa Given that she now heads the production and marketing of a much-loved brand of jams and preserves, one would think Christmas gift ideas are a no-brainer for Rebecca Vaz. But along with hampers of fruity goodness from the mountains of Himachal, Vaz also rolled up towels into cuddly creatures to add a festive touch to her gifts.
The Top Ten Cool Games Sites For Kids – Awesome & Fun Free Kids Games.
The holidays are here, and your kids are off school. This is a great time to relax with the family.
Holiday magic with the kids over winter break
Holiday magic with the kids over winter break Don’t dread winter break, seize the day Check out this story on northjersey.com: http://northjersy.news/2hm66dX Michael Ruiz of Oradell helping six-year-old son, Lucas on the beginner’s ice rink on Saturday, Dec. 3, 2016. Bergen County residents enjoying Winter Wonderland, the new attraction created by the Bergen County administration that’s meant to provide residents with family-friendly holiday fun Remember all those days you wanted a break from the morning rush to school, calendar crushed with activities and monitoring of homework? Well, it’s here.
Royals on Christmas: George and Charlotte enjoy candy canes … differently
Royals on Christmas: George and Charlotte enjoy candy canes … differently The royal kids went to church and got treats. Check out this story on USATODAY.com: http://usat.ly/2hliR8u Will and Kate celebrated Christmas with the Middletons this year.
Maritime Aquarium extends hours for New Year’s Eve
… hours and planning a celebration to engage adults and kids alike. On Dec. 31, the aquarium will offer special entertainment and other features, spokesman Dave Sigworth has announced. Featured will be a bubbleologist, juggler and magician. On New …
Of drones, toys and hedgehogs: Michelle Obama tracks Santa
For most people, a Christmas Eve phone call with the first lady of the United States is an unexpected surprise. But Austin was holding out for someone else.
Cowboy Mouth drummer finds fresh outlet as children’s author
Cowboy Mouth drummer/vocalist Fred LeBlanc is now both a father and a children’s book author. Asked which role his younger self would have deemed more implausible, he answered, “Yes.”
Chris Pratt Donates $500,000 to Teen Center Built to Honor His…
“I was raised by one of the toughest SOBs on the planet. Dan Pratt made me who I am,” actor writes on Facebook Chris Pratt has donated $500,000 to a teen center built in honor of his late father, who died in 2014.
DNCE’s Joe Jonas Will Give His Nieces a “Dump Truck” Full of Presents This Christmas
Following a busy year filled with touring, award shows, a debut album and a hit single, DNCE frontman Joe Jonas is heading home for Christmas to celebrate with his parents and brothers Nick , Kevin and Frankie Jonas . But since only one of the brothers has children, Joe says he’s going to focus all of his gift-giving on those lucky kids.
Despite the snowfall that blanketed New Jersey on Saturday, Dec. 17, the musical debuted to a full house, at the Union County Performing Arts Center LOFT theater. ‘Who Am I: A Christmas Lullaby’ opens at UCPAC Despite the snowfall that blanketed New Jersey on Saturday, Dec. 17, the musical debuted to a full house, at the Union County Performing Arts Center LOFT theater.
David Bazan’s melancholy Yule
David Bazan’s new holiday album “Dark Sacred Night” is not a festive release filled with mistletoe, holly and happiness. The indie singer-songwriter instead offers up a batch of Yuletide songs that are quiet, moody and drenched in melancholy.
Video: First Look – Season 2 of Amazon Original Series Just Add Magic, Debuting 1/13
Amazon today announced season two of its original live-action kids series aimed at families and children aged 6 through 11, JUST ADD MAGIC, is scheduled to premiere on Friday, January 13 on Prime Video in the US and UK. Based on Cindy Callaghan’s book of the same name, Just Add Magic is a single-camera live-action series executive produced by Andrew Orenstein and Joe Nussbaum with Nussbaum also directing several episodes.
Happy KardashianKim heads to family do without KanyeThe TV…
The Keeping Up With The Kardashians star seemed in good spirits as she attended a birthday celebration for sister Kourtney Kardashian's sons Mason, six, and Reign, two, but husband Kanye West was not present. Meanwhile, the 36-year-old television personality is reportedly “very focused” on supporting Kanye after he was hospitalised last month with exhaustion.