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Vitakraft Announces ‘The Trick & Treat Halloween Costume Contest’ for Pets
This Halloween, the renowned international pet food brand Vitakraft® is inviting pets and their parents to join the “Trick & Treat Halloween Costume Contest.” In a move to encompass the diverse array of pets cherished in homes everywhere, the contest welcomes cats, dogs, small animals such as rabbits, guinea pigs, and hamsters, as well as birds such as parrots, canaries, love birds, and many more!
Participation has been made effortless. Pet parents need only to post a photo or video of their costumed pet on social media and tag Vitakraft to enter. It’s an opportunity for all pets to shine!
Get inspired with this video entry example, a Halloween adventure with the feline duo Kona & Kai!
Meet these requirements by October 27th, and you could be one of the 20 lucky winners to receive a basket brimming with $100 worth of treats!
In the mix of this delightful contest, safety and enjoyment are prioritized. As part of the contest’s interactive nature, Molly DeVoss, a Certified Feline Training & Behavior Specialist, will share tips to ensure pets are safe and comfortable. For example, for cats, “During Halloween, there are frequent door openings as trick-or-treaters come and go. Make sure your cat doesn’t slip out by accident. If you don’t confine your cat to a safe room, consider using a baby gate at the front door”.
The “Trick & Treat Halloween Costume Contest” contest underscores Vitakraft’s commitment to all pets in the family. “Every pet, from playful puppies and kittens to chirpy birds and cuddly small animals, is part of the Vitakraft family. This contest is a delightful testament to the variety of pets we cater to with our extensive product range,” Miquel Gonzalez, Chief Marketing Officer at Vitakraft, explained.
To coincide with the Halloween festivity, Vitakraft is also unveiling the “Monster Value Pack Lick ‘n’ Lap Snack.” A delightful addition for the feline members of the family, just in time for Halloween.
- To learn more about Vitakraft products, visit www.vitakraft.us
About Vitakraft
What began as a small pet food shop in the village of Heiligenrode near Bremen, Germany, over 180 years ago has since developed into one of the most successful companies in the pet care industry, and Vitakraft is now represented by local sales companies in twenty countries worldwide. From the very outset, the company’s philosophy and actions have been guided by one fundamental principle: “For the love of pets.” Since 1837, Vitakraft has been dedicated to the well-being of all animals with a #1 priority of providing high-quality products that ensure all animals receive the perfect diet – just like in the wild. This dedication to quality is why Vitakraft was chosen as People Magazine’s Best Cat Treat of 2022 and is the #1 cat treat in Europe, according to Euromonitor.
Learn more about Vitakraft at www.vitakraft.us/cats, on Facebook (Vitakraft USA), and on Instagram (@VitakraftUS).
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Everything you need to throw an epic game night!
Can’t wait any longer to share that Game Night in a Can has been selected for Ellen’s Game Night Club – a new subscription service for game-lovers everywhere and, inspired by Ellen’s love for board games. We’re so excited to be a part of the inaugural Fall club.
Game Night in a Can is nominated for a Toy of the Year!
Goliath very own, Game Night in a Can is nominated for a Toy of the Year award in Games! Winners will be revealed this Friday at a special event kicking off this year’s New York Toy Fair. You can cast your vote for Game Night in a Can and many other toys using the link, Vote Now.
This little can makes for one BIG game night! Choose from 35 hilarious and challenging mini games to make your own game night competition with family or friends. Get ready to toss, draw, and act your way to victory! The team with the most points at the end is crowned game night champion! Includes 1 Game Can, 35 Game Cards, and Complete Can be played with as few as 3 players or in teams. Recommended for children and adults ages 8 and up.
- Get the best BIG ideas for your next game night in one little can!
- Perfect for family game night or party game with friends.
- Just mix up some cards, pick some games, and play!
- Recommended for children, teens and adults ages 8 and up!
- Challenge your friends to compete as they write, draw, act, toss and more!
- Includes 35 Game Cards with entertaining mini games, 1 Game Can, and Complete Instructions
- Can be played with as few as 3 players or in teams.
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What’s Next? A Life-Size Game – Family Fun Activity for Everyone
Introducing the life-size board game for family game night with a twist… You are the game piece! Jump, dance, joke, and laugh together, playing What’s Next? A Life-Size Game by M&J Games.
M&J Games are unique because they make YOU the game piece — so you have a chance to showcase your awesome personality. Each round will feel different based on your opponents, so you’re never playing the same game twice. M&J Games focusses on inclusion for all players! Activities are designed to be accessible and amusing, so no task is out of reach or too strategic. To win the life-sized board game, be the first player to reach the finish line by landing on, or passing, tile #24.
- Roll, Move, Act – That’s it! Your active game’s for family game night and will have you giggling in no time. Place your tiles on the floor, roll, and walk to that tile to see what’s next from silly faces to farts.
- Get Moving to Stay Connected – Bond with your kids and leave screens behind. Your family games for kids 4 and up are highly replayable and help you be active because you’re a life-size game piece.
- Play Anywhere – Carry your foam tiles and die in the mesh bag, and take your active family games indoors or outdoors. Bring this goofy game to sleepovers, vacations, picnics, and more.
- All Are Welcome – Give loved ones a gift that all can enjoy—even grandparents! Your party board games for kids 4-6 and up are inclusive and easy to clean, and we have add-on packs to suit special needs.
- A Family Favorite – We created What’s Next? to help our kids stay active and screen-free in 2020. This fun family game for kids and adults continues to bring people together with humor and movement.
What makes this product unique? This makes YOU the game piece so you can show your personality! Each round will feel different based on your opponents, so you’re never playing the same game twice! Get active with the game for ages 4+. A perfect board games for family game night with large die & 25 action game tiles by M&J Games.
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SoulKu – “heartcrafted” by work-from-home moms in Asheville
Based in the beautiful mountains of Asheville, NC and birthed in 2011 after the emotional and financial challenges of the recent economic recession, the idea of SoulKu came to owners Elisa and Allison in a vision. Pronounced “soul-coo.” The word “Ku” in Japanese translates to “a place of infinite possibility.” Elisa and Allison like to think of their company as just that, “A place where, guided by our soul’s calling, anything is possible.”
Elisa and Allison saw themselves and people all around the world linked by a network of celebratory, sparkling light that inspired, empowered, and connected them. Elisa and Allison both felt their souls calling them to action, to be the change they wished to see. Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, Elisa and Allison used their world’s challenges as pure inspiration and motivation for empowering themselves and people everywhere. Elisa and Allison created their first collection, Soul Full of Light—simple, meaningful necklaces inspired by the healing properties of gemstones and the spiritual laws of attraction, belief, and Intention. They prayed, sang, and infused each necklace with LOVE and LIGHT. And that’s still how we do it today with the team of SoulKu makers who “heartcraft” each piece.
This unique business model allows the mama makers to be more present with their children, have a creative outlet, and eliminate the huge financial burden of childcare. Each handmade piece is mounted on a beautiful card with an inspirational message of love and encouragement that perfectly aligns with the healing energetics of the gemstone. As a finishing touch, the mama maker personally signs the card.
Citrine Refined Necklace for Manifest
The Refined necklace collection is inspired by the process of polishing, defining, expressing, and living what is special, beautiful, unique, magical, and rare about you!
Additionally, this stunning emerald cut reminds the makers that as they clear away what doesn’t serve them and focus their attention on their very own shape of elegance and culture that they honor their life’s journey and the destiny of their soul’s journey. They embrace all that is wonderful about them and expand it so that others may admire their bright light and do the same from themselves.
Exemplifying the process of refinement, Citrine energizes Intention, self expression, and manifestation. Additionally it empowers the wearer to stay true to themselves, energizes ideas and creativity, and helps one to achieve their goals.New larger size! 12 x 6 millimeter emerald cut gemstone
Sterling silver lobster clasp
Mighty Miracle nylon cord
FSC certified petite card
One length, 16″ with a sterling silver extender allowing it to be worn up to 18″
Black Onyx Soul-Full of Light Necklace for Stress ReliefThis Black Onyx necklace is infused with love to alleviate stress and worry and anchor strength.
Black Onyx gives strength, promotes vigor, steadfastness and stamina. It amplifies self-confidence, helping you to be at ease in your surroundings. Black Onyx relieves grief, enhances self-control and stimulates the power of wise decision-making.8X12 millimeter gemstone
Sterling silver lobster clasp
Mighty Miracle nylon cord
FSC certified card
One length, 16″ with a sterling silver extender allowing it to be worn up to 18″
Pearl Soul-Full of Light Necklace for GoddessThis Pearl necklace is infused with love to anchor light and connect you to your inner Goddess.
Pearls signify faith, charity and innocence. They enhance personal integrity and help to provide a focus to one’s attention. Additionally, Pearls symbolize purity and are known as the “stone of sincerity.”6×8 millimeter pearl
Sterling silver lobster clasp
Mighty Miracle nylon cord
FSC certified card
One length, 16″ with a sterling silver extender allowing it to be worn up to 18″
Rainbow Tourmaline Gold Hoop Earrings for Happiness
Gold hoop earrings designed with stunning Rainbow Tourmaline gemstones that promote happiness, laughter, light, and love.
Five 3 millimeter gemstones
19mm diameter
The mission – “TO BE IN SERVICE”
Soulku wants to empower people like YOU who want to connect with themselves and others in their lives on a deeper level. Nothing moves them more than knowing they have helped touch someone’s life. But they didn’t stop at their customers. They wanted to empower their friends too, so they created a business model that employs local work from home moms who handcraft all the jewelry on their own time frame eliminating the huge financial burden of childcare.
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CT Jeweler Encourages Residents to “B Strong” in the Fight Against Breast Cancer
Baribault Jewelers Hosts Monthlong Campaign for Two Statewide Charities in October
Baribault Jewelers is reminding breast cancer fighters, survivors, and supporters to “B Strong” in their battle with the disease that affects 326.7 million people in the United States. Specifically, the third generation, family-owned jewelry company is hosting a monthlong campaign in its Glastonbury store and online that benefits both the Connecticut Breast Health Initiative (CTBHI) and Breast Friends Fund (BFF), two local charities in which every dollar raised directly assists people diagnosed with the disease.
“Nearly every person in America has been affected on a personal level by breast cancer,” said Christina Baribault-Ortiz, co-owner of Baribault Jewelers. “This cause is very near and dear to our heart, this is the ideal time to up the ante and raise as much money as possible to hopefully and finally find a cure!”Baribault-Ortiz explains that the company will host two Think Pink Fundraising Nights in October during which 20% of the proceeds will be donated to local breast cancer charities. The first on Thursday, October 19th from 5 to 7 p.m. will benefit the Connecticut Breast Health Initiative and inventory sold on Thursday, October 26th from 5 to 7 p.m. will benefit Breast Friends Fund. Additionally, the company is offering an exclusive “B Strong” bracelet in its popular The Power to B.com collection in which 20% of proceeds raised throughout the entire month of October will support the Breast Friends Fund.
“As a family which has been in business for 75 years, we always heed the call of customers, friends and neighbors in need,” adds Raeann Baribault-Schwartz, co-owner of Baribault Jewelers. “We are happy and grateful to use the power of this line to shine a spotlight on the urgency to find treatments and a cure for breast cancer.”
Baribault-Schwartz explains that it was BFF’s Founder Sandy Cassanelli, a metastatic-or stage 4 breast cancer survivor for the past eight years, who was the inspiration for the jeweler to create the “B Strong” bracelet.
“We stand by and support Sandy’s commitment to find a cure for metastatic breast cancer and wholeheartedly admire her constant, positive spirit and unwavering determination to raise awareness for this particular type of breast cancer,” said Baribault-Ortiz.
The Power to B bracelets encourage its wearers to B Strong, B Fierce, B Badass, B Limitless, B Fearless, B Grateful, Be Blessed, B Brave, B Present, B Kind and B You by linking the cursive phrases with a black cord or chain. The bracelets, which retail at an affordable $88 are available at Baribault Jewelers’ store located at 81 Rankin Road in Glastonbury, online at The Power to B website and at Water Street Jewelers in Guilford and Madison, CT.
For more information, visit www.baribaultjewelers.com or www.thepowertob.com.
About Baribault Jewelers
Since 1948, Baribault Jewelers has been guided by its core values of authenticity, integrity, service, gratitude, courage, trust and respect in providing sterling service to its local, statewide and national clientele. While styles come and go, the mission of the family business has always been to help its valued customers create beautiful memories with the people they love. Visit www.baribaultjewelers.com.
About the Connecticut Breast Health Initiative
The Connecticut Breast Health Initiative, Inc. is a statewide non-profit organization making a significant impact in the quest to find a cure for breast cancer by providing grants to support education and research in Connecticut. Founded in 2004, the group’s underlying goal is to find answers with 100% of the money raised
remaining in Connecticut. To date, CT BHI has awarded $4.3 million in 107 grants to fund important breast cancer research and education projects in Connecticut. Each year, it strives to surpass this milestone with the help of its supporters, sponsors, and fundraising efforts. 
About Breast Friends Fund
Sandy Cassarelli, a metastatic breast cancer survivor, created Breast Friends Fund (BFF) in 2016 as a fundraising initiative for the Dana-Farber Cancer Institute with a goal of finding a cure for the Stage 4 disease. All donated funds are earmarked “restricted” for Dr. Eric Winer, an internationally renowned metastatic breast cancer researcher, who is currently serving as Director of Yale Cancer Center and Physician-in-Chief of Smilow Cancer Hospital in New Haven, Connecticut. Year to date BFF has raised over to $1,000,000 and growing each day. To ensure that a cure is found, BFF is volunteer-run, and operating costs are personally funded by Craig & Sandy Cassanelli. Sandy and her family feel a sense of urgency when it comes to supporting Dr. Winer and his team in their effort to find treatments and a cure for breast cancer for the future of our daughters, sisters, nieces, mothers, aunts, and friends. Visit www.breastfriendsfund.org for more information.
PHOTO: Baribault Jewelers is hosting a monthlong campaign at its Glastonbury store and online that benefits both the Connecticut Breast Health Initiative (CTBHI) and Breast Friends Fund (BFF), two local charities in which every dollar raised directly assists people diagnosed with the disease. The family-owned jewelry company is also donating 20% of the proceeds from its “B Strong” cord or chain bracelet to the Breast Friends Fund throughout October.
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Stay warm, calm, and cozy this fall with Bellabu Bear bamboo pajamas!
A good pajama is essential for a comfortable and restful night’s sleep. It’s not just sleepwear; it’s a crucial component of your bedtime routine that can enhance your overall comfort and relaxation. Bellabu Bear pajamas excel in combining style and comfort, making them a valuable addition to your sleepwear collection.
Say goodbye to unsafe and harmful children’s clothing fabric and hello to Bellabu Bear’s organically grown and chemical-free bamboo clothing. Awarded the Seal of Acceptance from the National Eczema Association, Bellabu Bear has a mission to dress every child in a pajama that is safer and more comfortable for bedtime. They pass all the tests from having YKK zippers (choking proof zippers) and Oeko-Tex Certification with pinch-free and worry-free garments. Each design is hand drawn and an original work of art that through much effort becomes the beautiful prints you see displayed on our bamboo baby clothes. Gift your new mama-to-be with Bellabu Bear’s baby clothing and know she can go to bed at night worry-free!
Bellabu Bear pajamas are not just your ordinary sleepwear; they are a delightful blend of comfort, style, and whimsy designed to make bedtime an enchanting experience. These pajamas are carefully crafted with high-quality materials to ensure a cozy and soft touch against the skin, making them perfect for a restful night’s sleep. What sets Bellabu Bear pajamas apart is their adorable and charming designs. From cute animal motifs to playful patterns, these pajamas cater to both children and adults, adding a touch of fun to your nighttime routine.
Whether you’re looking for cozy matching pajama sets for the whole family or simply want to indulge in some delightful loungewear, Bellabu Bear has a wide range of options to choose from. Their attention to detail and commitment to quality ensure that you not only look good but also feel comfortable during your precious moments of relaxation. Bellabu Bear pajamas are not just clothing; they’re a symbol of comfort, warmth, and a touch of whimsy that can make bedtime a cherished part of your day. So, slip into your Bellabu Bear pajamas, and let the magic of bedtime take you on a dreamy journey.
Mummies Halloween Bamboo Women’s Pajama Set
Step into a world of cozy cuteness with our Mummies Halloween Bamboo Women’s Pajama Set – the perfect blend of adorable charm and comfort for your festive nights! Crafted with care, this pajama set features an adorable mummies design that captures the magic of Halloween. Made from premium bamboo fabric, this pajama set ensures your comfort is a top priority, providing a soft and cozy experience all night long.
The delightful mummies pattern adds an extra dash of excitement to bedtime, making it a must-have for capturing the spirit of Halloween even in dreams. The eco-friendly bamboo fabric not only pampers your skin but also cares for the environment, making this pajama set a choice you can feel good about. This Halloween, dress yourself in more than just sleepwear – dress yourself in memories! This Mummies Halloween Bamboo Women’s Pajama Set is perfect for creating cherished moments during the holiday season. From spooky movie nights to lounging with a cup of hot cocoa, you’ll love wearing this set while making unforgettable memories.
Don’t miss out on this limited-edition treat! Elevate your Halloween experience with this Mummies Halloween Bamboo Women’s Pajama Set. Order now to ensure you’re dressed for cozy nights and charming charm.
- Scoop neck long sleeve top with snaps for a pretty design & easy breastfeeding access.
- Jogger style pants with deep pockets (big enough for a cell phone). Fitted but not skin tight.
- Super Soft Waistband for extra comfort.
- Perfect fit Designed to fit all body types with a little stretch and a luxuriously smooth fabric.
- Awarded the Seal of Acceptance from the National Eczema Association with a 5 Star Rating as a skin-friendly product.
- Oeko-Tex Certified to be completely Free of Chemicals and pesticides.
- Tagless! Free of all things irritating to babies ever so sensitive skin.
- Why Bamboo? Softest fabric, Breathable, Thermo-Regulating, Hypoallergenic, Moisture Absorbing…Perfect for any climate and even more perfect for our skin.
- Donate with each purchase. Baby2Baby provides children living in poverty, ages 0-12 years, with diapers, clothing and all the basic necessities that every child deserves.
- 95% Rayon from Bamboo, 5% Spandex for Stretch.
Bellabu Bear believes parents deserve high quality products that make their life easier & babies deserve products that keep them safe & comfortable. This is achieved by creating pajamas that are better for their skin, more comfortable for any activity, and easier for the parents to use. So Bellabu Bear created the most comfortable and functional bamboo kids pajamas, they just happen to be better for the environment as well.
