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Jump, Rattle & Roll

12.09.2013

I am so excited to be sharing a new inflatable bouncy house with you today!! Although I was saddened by the news that our favorite inflatable place, Jump Planet was closed.....I am happy to report that this place is not only comparable...but BETTER than the former Jump Planet!!! I introduce to you....JUMP, RATTLE & ROLL:
I mean look at this space!!

My kids were so excited to go after I showed them pictures of it online (the reviews everywhere are great by the way). First things first, it is located in Monroe, across the highway from the Evergreen Fair grounds. It was a 20 minute drive for us and worth it! It was really easy to find but look for this:
And make sure to turn after the yellow sign, not before it, or else you will be in the wrong parking lot and not able to park closely (we may or may not have done that:) Then you will see this cute sign:
We were greeted by the friendly owner Kristina! She is so sweet and has a couple kids of her own. She opened this up when they realized the only indoor places in the area was a Burger King play area!! We went in to take off our shoes:
 
 Lots of cubby space and even a locker option if you feel safer with that (the fee is $1.00).
The first area we saw was this:
Such a cute pirate boat!!
Then you see this:
AWWWW, INFLATABLE HEAVEN!!!!
My 3 year old's could do slides ALL day!!

If you take a left after the pirate boat there is another room full of a few more inflatables and one of my favorite parts....a play area! If you're kids need a break (and in my case, I needed a break, it is a workout hauling a 2 year old up and down slides!)....there is TONS of things for them to do in the play area!!
For starters this climbing structure. Don't you love how she put bean bags at the bottom to soften the landing?!
Blocks, train table, a super comfy black couch and legos
 Loads of play kitchen and pretend play items
 A doll house and a small inflatable tucked back there for little ones:
 Game tables for older kids:
And a huge bean bag, TV watching area!
I had seen pictures and heard of a massage chair, but couldn't find it's whereabouts!

Here is my list of likes about this place:
*Clean
*Friendly staff
*A variety of things to do depending on ages of your kids
*Reasonably priced
*Great place for any kind of party
*You can tell a Mom runs the place!! There are big and little details you will notice (like the bean bags at the bottom of the slides and magazines next to big comfy couches).

The only small dislike I have was pointed out by another one of the moms who was there (also a fellow twin mom who I did not know previously), she pointed out that there is no door or gate near the entrance. There is a door to the building of course, and the likelihood of any kid wanting to leave the building would be a little crazy (I had to bribe some and drag one who went all dead weight on me!) and I'm sure there is a staff member in the front desk area, but if it was busy and such a thing did happen they could easily escape. Just something to be aware of. **update...after talking with the owner they say they aren't allowed to put anything up because the fire department won't allow them to block that doorway**

They do have some snack foods and beverages ranging from .50 - $2.00 and you can bring in your own snacks (no full on meals) and NO NUTS!

Hours:
MONDAY 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
TUESDAY *10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.*
*Munchkin Morning: 6 years old and younger only*
6:00 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

WEDNESDAY 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m
THURSDAY 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
FRIDAY 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
SATURDAY 6:45 p.m. – 8:15 p.m.
SUNDAY 9:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.
*Depending on the week they may add drop in hours as well, so like them on facebook and check there when you plan to go.
Prices:
Parents and Children Under 1 are free
1-2: $3.50
2-17: $7

The owner Kristina has been VERY generous and is giving away some passes so that your family can experience a good time too!!!! We will be giving out 3 PASSES this week!! I can't wait for you guys to go and be sure to let us know on here or on facebook exactly what you think about this place. Just look on the right side of the screen near the top for your chances to enter 1 pass, good for any child 0-17!! 

**Full Disclosure...we did NOT pay to get in. The owner kindly let us in for free:)**
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Weekend Fun!

12.06.2013



Planning your weekend yet? There is so much going on! Especially tomorrow, December 7th!! Here's a quick summary:

MARYSVILLE: Dec 7th: Merrysville for the Holidays starts at Comeford Park at 5 pm, parade at 6:30 pm (you could hit up the tour of lights while in Marysville too!):

EVERETT: Dec 7th: Port of Marina's holiday craft show and family festival starts at noon and will have antique fire truck rides, boat parade, holiday movies, music, and more

BOTHELL: Dec.7th: Santa Arrives, tree lighting, chestnuts, the Grinch, lights, music and more! Starts around 2 pm

MILL CREEK: Dec.7th: 2 big events happening! First is Snow Day at Gold Creek church from 10-2pm
Then the Santa parade in the Town Center starting at 3:30!!


And if you want to head out of the county and down to Bellevue don't forget about these 2 events!

Sambica Christmas Carnival on Dec. 7th from 2-8 pm and Dec. 8th from 2-5pm

Festival of Nativity on Dec.7th from noon-9pm and Dec. 8th from 12:30-9pm
I hope everyone has a GREAT time this weekend, whatever you decide to do!!!

Imagine Children's Museum

We ADORE this place!!! There is SO MUCH TO DO! You will find something here for every child to love! Here is a list of some of what you will find:
*A wildlife clinic
* Cafe
*Music
*Theater
*A Bus
*Trains
*A Treehouse
*A Farm
*A Construction Studio
*An art studio
*An Airplane
* Firehouse
*A rooftop playground with play equipment, dinosaur fossils, and instruments to make music







This is the king of imagination places!! You can take a tour of it if you go to their website. I can't go by myself with my 3, 3 and under because they all get so excited to go in all the different rooms and areas that is hard to convince them that they need to stay together:) Another thing to note is that strollers ARE NOT allowed and food can only be eaten downstairs in the designated snack area, but they do let you bring in your own food and have vending machines if needed.

The pricing is as follows:
*General Admission: $9.50
*12 months and under: FREE

The good news is that they do have some discounts:
*Every Thursday afternoon from 3-5 pm is half price: $4.50
*Every 3rd Friday night in each month from 5:30-9 pm: FREE!!
If money is tight, I would HIGHLY recommend trying it out on a free night or for half price. Those times are a lot busier, so please expect that...but I still think it's worth going and exploring.
*Members only hour on Saturdays from 9-10 am  

Hours:
*Closed on Mondays*
Tues & Weds: 9-5pm
Thurs, Fri & Sat: 10-5pm
Sunday: 11-5pm