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When is the next event?

rockntot — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 14:04:44 +0000

So many of you have asked when the next event will be held in Cleveland !!

You can expect the next Rock-n-Tot event to be during the month of February … stay tuned for great fun information about a new name, new direction and new website design !!

In the meantime, the Rock-n-Tot folks are wishing you the happiest of the holiday season! Enjoy the time with your families and create some lasting memories!

See you on the other side of 2009!

~Naomi

Family Portraiture

rockntot — Fri, 12 Dec 2008 14:02:22 +0000

I hope you’ve had a chance to view the wonderful images from our November 23rd event!

If you are interested in Lifestyle Family Portraiture, Terry is offering you a 30% discount off on all sitting fees!!!

Contact her at 216-221-6013 or visit her Platinum Photography website.

Sunday’s Photos

rockntot — Fri, 28 Nov 2008 18:04:31 +0000

Did everyone have a great time on Sunday??

I hope your Thanksgiving was full of wonderful family moments and great food!

Just a status update … Terry from Platinum Photography will have the images from our Sunday afternoon at the Pictage Gallery in about a week! We’ll let you know with an email, when they are ready to view !

You did it!

rockntot — Wed, 19 Nov 2008 01:14:48 +0000

We are SOLD OUT!!

Did you miss getting tickets? Visit MOMS LIKE ME for one more chance to win a family four pack to the event.

THANK YOU Cleveland for your support!

See you on Sunday!!!

Smile for the camera … and other good stuff to know!

rockntot — Mon, 17 Nov 2008 21:35:24 +0000

We are thrilled to have Platinum Photography with us for our upcoming event.

Terry will be capturing memories and moments and offering them to you for purchase!

If you pre-register anytime between now and Sunday, you will receive a $5.00 credit for a future order! Simply visit PICTAGE

( http://www.pictage.com/584361 … the registration process is quick and easy!!)

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Also worth noting …

MOCA is offering Rock-n-Tot attendees a special discount during the Rock-n-Tot event,

to their ArtScape Store

(lots of great items … think Christmas gifts!) !

20% off all children’s items

10% off all other items

Buy One, Get One 1/2 Off on all Ugly Dolls (we love Ugly Dolls!)

Know before you go!

rockntot — Sun, 16 Nov 2008 15:00:13 +0000

Read on for details … info … (the light gray text provides you with a link to more information)

TICKETING: Online ticket purchasing is open until Thursday, November 20th at 2 PM. If the event does not sell out prior to that date, a limited number of tickets will be available at the door for $15/per walking person … cash only.

The Rock-n-Tot policy states that EVERY person (adult and child) must have at ticket … those children who are crawling (and not yet walking) do not need a ticket.

Please ensure that everyone in your party has purchased (or won) a ticket to minimize any confusion at the door on the day of the event!

HOURS: Rock-n-Tot is an afternoon of fun. You can come as soon as doors open at 2:00 and be the last to leave at 5:00 – - OR come for just an hour or two.

PARKING: The address for MOCA is 8501 Carnegie Avenue, 44106. Map / Directions. Parking will be provided – at no cost – to you by the folks at MOCA. As there is a Play House event the same day, it is VERY important that you notify the parking attendant that you are attending ROCK-N-TOT at MOCA to take advantage of the complimentary parking. We cannot refund the parking cost if you fail to notify the parking attendant.

STROLLERS: There will be limited stroller parking inside the venue … as there is an elevator to the museum, and no stairs once inside, please consider leaving your strollers at home or in the car.

FOOD BANK DRIVE: Please join us in collecting for area Food Banks this Thanksgiving season. We will have collection bins at the event and encourage you to bring a contribution (non-perishable) to share with others.

SECURITY: Please note we have security wristbands for the children. You will get a matching claim ticket for each wrist band. Hang on to these!!! Your claim tickets will need to match your child’s wrist band to exit the event.

GOODY BAGS & GIVEAWAYS: We have some amazing Things That Rock to pass along to you … EACH family will take home a fun goody bag, and each ticketed person will be entered into our prize giveaway! Check the white board as you exit the event to see if you’ve won!

VENUE ACTIVITIES / LAYOUT: When you first arrive, you will need to check in at the VIP Table. Please provide your ID and last name to the RnT staff, your children will be wristbanded and you will receive a Venue Map.

You will then proceed upstairs (either via elevator or stairs) and the fun will begin! Some of the highlights:

Yoga demonstrations (participation encouraged!!!) at 2:30 and 3:30 from Lori of Ocean Yoga.
Airbrush Tattoos by DC Grafix (lines will start early!
Massages by Eric of Tropical Touch
The Dance Room – hula hoops, disco lights, maracas, great music!
Noshin’ provided by North Coast Aesthetics (kid-friendly food and juiceboxes!)
Gallery Exhibit tours with MOCA Staff
Rotunda Bar – adult beverages, cash bar
Crafts and art projects brought to you by Shaker Lakes Nature Center and ArtHouse
Cookie Decorating with Knowledge College
Coloring Station with iDreamAbility

For those of you who can’t bear to miss the Browns game, but want to spend the afternoon with your family — we’ll take care of you! Visit the Schubert Library (adults only) or visit the computer in the Commons Area for updates!

Still have questions? Email rock.n.tot.info@gmail.com … you’ll receive a response quickly!

What you need to know

rockntot — Thu, 13 Nov 2008 04:25:30 +0000

Tickets are required (whether you purchased or have won through a ticket giveaway) for adults AND children. A limited number of tickets will be sold at the door for $15/ticket … cash only. PLEASE be sure to purchase any additional tickets needed prior to the event so that you are adequately prepared with ticket purchases!
WILL YOU HELP US GIVE BACK? We are sponsoring a Rock-n-Tot Food Drive! Help us give back to our community in the spirit of being thankful for all we have! Please consider bringing a donation of unperishable food items for us to in turn share with our communities through area food banks. Canned goods boxed goods, etc. are all accepted!
Parking fees have been comp’d by MOCA! Simply mention to the parking attendant that you are attending Rock-n-Tot @ MOCA for waived parking fees.
There is an elevator and MINIMAL stairs. Please consider leaving your strollers in the car or at home. If life is easier for your family with the stroller, be aware that we have limited stroller parking inside the venue.
To stay “in the loop” with all things Rock-n-Tot, take a moment and join our mailing list!!

Brought to you by …

rockntot — Sat, 08 Nov 2008 18:56:05 +0000

Take a moment … and look at who is going to be featured at the upcoming November 23rd Rock-n-Tot event in Cleveland!

From children’s art projects to yoga demonstrations, cookie decorating, airbrush tattoos, photo ops and more … we are bringing the best to you!

Shaker Lakes Nature Center – 2600 South Park Blvd., Cleveland

Airbrush Tattoos by DC Grafix

Knowledge College – 22300 Lorain Road, Fairview Park

Ocean Yoga – Avon, Ohio

Pina Haller

Platinum Photography -serving all areas

ArtHouse, Inc. – 3119 Denison Avenue, Cleveland

iDreamability – serving the Cleveland area

and of course, our host, MOCA!!

We’re keeping the goody bags a shhhhh-secret until you leave the event! We have great and FUN stuff to share with you this time! Worth the price of admission, that’s for sure!

Rock the Vote!

rockntot — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 15:10:50 +0000

Have you voted yet today?

Have time for one more small vote?

Wouldn’t it be great if Rock-n-Tot was available for EVERY family … and instead of having to purchase tickets, you instead simply brought a contribution to a local charitable organization?

We would appreciate your vote!

Loyalty Promotion!

rockntot — Tue, 04 Nov 2008 04:25:04 +0000

We appreciate your interest and loyalty!

We want to reward you with tickets to our upcoming CLEVELAND event!!

If you live in the Cleveland area, or know someone who does … and participated in our Summer of Giveaways, you are eligible for more winnings!

Simply email rock.n.tot.info@gmail.com with your favorite local storytime location or book-related event for your chance to receive TWO free tickets to the November 23rd afternoon at MOCA.

Watch for information soon concerning our AMAZING goody bags (you will NOT believe these swag bags!) and the PHENOMENAL vendors we’ll have for you!

~Naomi