Hachette Partworks Launches Brand New "Make And Bake With Peppa Pig" Children's Cookery Magazine In The UK!

The partwork magazine publisher Hachette Partworks has announced the exciting Nick Jr. UK News / Peppa Pig news that they have partnered with Entertainment One and Astley Baker Davies Ltd to launch a brand new multi-part fortnightly children's cookery magazine that's based on the popular Nick Junior UK and Ireland animated preschool series "Peppa Pig" called "Make and Bake with Peppa Pig"!


Each issue of "Make and Bake with Peppa Pig", published every 2 weeks, is packed full of features in which readers can learn about Peppa's special baking secrets, including a Peppa Pig comic strip where readers can read all about Peppa and George's latest adventures, lots of Peppa Pig themed activities and puzzles, a food facts section where readers can learn all about the food they eat, and easy to follow recipes! Each issue also comes with new pieces of special child-friendly Peppa and George cookery ware which helps make baking fun and easy which readers can collect and build up into a special Peppa Pig and George kitchenware collection, including a Peppa Pig dinner set (featuring a children's knife, fork and spoon set, plates and bowls) for readers to serve up their yummy creations on, plus a rocket shaped cake stand, baking trays, cupcake holders, utensils (including a set of measuring spoons and a wooden spoon), goody bags, a jug, tumblers, bowls, a sieve, a number cake mold set, a rolling pin, spatulas, and much more, designed for little cooks, as free gifts!


The first issue (issue #1) is available to buy at newsagents and supermarkets around the UK now and online at the official website of the "Make and Bake with Peppa Pig" magazine, bakewithpeppa.com and costs 99p (€1.50). Issue 2 will be available to purchase soon for £2.99 (€4.50), then issue 3 onwards will be priced at £4.99.

As a special offer, if you subscribe to Hachette Partworks' brand new "Make and Bake with Peppa Pig" magazine, you'll also receive four free Peppa Pig gifts - a Peppa Pig beanie toy for you to cuddle up to that has been created exclusively for the "Make and Bake with Peppa Pig" collection by the North American plush character company Ty Inc. (Beanie Babies), a Peppa Pig lunch bag to pack your tasty creations into and a flask to make sure you'll never be thirsty on the move, a chef's hat and apron set, to make sure you look the part while making your delicious dishes, and a set of two special bespoke Peppa Pig egg cups! Plus, subscribers will be entered into a special competition where they can win one of 5 family tickets to visit the world's first Peppa Pig World Theme Park at Paultons Park, Hampshire, UK! This amazing land lets youngsters discover Peppa's World in nearly 3 acres of fully themed fun! There are 7 amazing rides including Miss Rabbit's Helicopter Flight, Peppa's Big Balloon Ride, Grandpa's Little Train, George's Dinosaur Adventure and you can even ride in a 'cloud' around Windy Castle! The park also features a huge indoor play area, George's Spaceship Playzone and superb animated themed attractions including a chance to visit Peppa and her family in their house! So subscribe today for your chance to win one of 5 family tickets and visit Peppa and all her friends!

You can find out much more information about Hachette Partworks' brand new "Make and Bake with Peppa Pig" magazine, including how to subscribe, watch the television advertisement, and play the online Peppa Pig game "George's Space Adventure" here on the magazines official website, bakewithpeppa.com!

Titan Magazines Debuts Brand New "Completely... Winx Club Magazine!" In The UK

The official Titan Magazines website and the licensing business news website Licensing.biz have announced the exciting Nickelodeon UK News / Winx Club news that Nickelodeon & Viacom Consumer Products UK (NVCP UK) have teamed up with the magazine-publishing division of the Titan Publishing Group, Titan Magazines, to launch a brand new "Winx Club" based magazine in the UK for British fans of Nickelodeon's hit international series, called "Completely... Winx Club Magazine!", which promises to be the perfect magazine for fans of the Nickelodeon show!

The first issue was released on Thursday 21st February 2013 and is available to buy at newsagents and supermarkets around the UK now. Each copy of issue #1 of Titan's "Completely... Winx Club Magazine!" comes with a special free gift - a four-piece make-up set, which includes lip gloss, nail varnish, body gems and a nail file - ideal for fashion forward fairies!

Issue 1 of Titan's "Completely... Winx Club Magazine!" also features special sections throughout the issue, including "Meet the Winx Club Fairies!", where readers of the magazine will be able find out more about the Winx Club fairies: Bloom, Aisha, Flora, Musa, Stella and Tecna - and learn about each of their special magical gifts and powers and about life in Magix City; a all-new Winx Club Adventure, where readers can join the fairies for an all-new comic strip adventure in 'Winx Music Tour: Oriental Magic', and pull out and make their very own mini Winx Club comic; Enchanting Puzzles and Games, featuring lots of fun things for readers and their friends to do in the magazine, including playing the magic Winx Club boardgame and try to stop the terrible Trix! Players can use their magic to solve the puzzles and make some gorgeous Winx jewelry, and a great Winx Club Pull-out Poster! Plus, readers have the chance to Make Winx wings with Bloom, find out which Winx Club fairy they are in the interactive quiz, and have the chance to win Winx Club dolls by Jakks Pacific!

From Licensing.biz:

Titan Comics launches Winx Club Magazine

Official publication based on Rainbow property out on shelves now.


Titan Comics has launched Winx Club Magazine this week.

The official kids' publication went on sale yesterday (Thursday, February 21st) and comes with a four-piece make-up set, including lip gloss, nail varnish, body gems and nail file.

Through the magazine, children can meet fairies Bloom, Aisha, Flora, Musa, Stella and Tecna, and find out about their magical lives in Magix City.

There’s an all-new Winx Club adventure to read in the comic strip story, and enchanting projects to make!

Readers can also play the exclusive Winx board game and interactive quiz with friends.

The magazine is based on the popular girls property from Rainbow.

Titan Magazines was established in 1995 as a separate division of Titan Publishing Group, to produce officially licensed tie-in movie and TV magazines and comics.

Winx Club airs on weekday mornings at 6am, and at 7am on weekend mornings on Nickelodeon.

Find out more at www.titanmagazines.com/winxclub.

Tags: magazine, publishing, rainbow, winx club

Also, from Titan Magazines' official "Completely... Winx Club Magazine!" issue 1 website on www.titanmagazines.com:

#1
Winx Club
Available From: 21 February 2013

Feel the magic from 21 February with Completely... Winx Club Magazine! This is the perfect magazine for fans of the Nickelodeon show and each copy comes with a gorgeous make up kit - ideal for fashion forward fairies!


Here's what's inside:

Meet the Winx Club Fairies!


Through the magazine you'll find out more about the Winx Club fairies: Bloom, Aisha, Flora, Musa, Stella and Tecna! Learn about each of their special magical gifts and powers and about life in Magix City!

All-new Winx Club Adventure!


Join the fairies for an all-new comic strip adventure in 'Winx Music Tour: Oriental Magic'! Pull out and make your very own mini Winx Club comic!

Enchanting Puzzles and Games!


There are lots of fun things for you and your friends to do in the magazine! Play the magic Winx boardgame and try to stop the terrible Trix! Use your magic to solve the puzzles and make some gorgeous Winx jewelry!

Winx Club Pull-out Poster!


Plus:

Make Winx wings with Bloom!
Find out which Winx Club fairy you are in the interactive quiz!
Win Winx Club dolls!

Grab your copy of Completely... Winx Club Magazine from newsagents and supermarkets now!

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Meet And Greet Nickelodeon Superstar Dora The Explorer At The 2013 Spring Boating Expo At Suburban Collection Showplace In Michigan In March 2013!

The Michigan Boating Industries Association has announced in the following press release, from PRNewswire, that Nickelodeon Preschool superstar Dora the Explorer will be a special guest of honor at the upcoming Spring Boating Expo 2013 on Saturday 16th March 2013 and Sunday 17th March 2013, where she'll be making appearances between 12.00pm (noon) and 4.00pm!

The 2013 Spring Boating Expo, which will be held at the Suburban Collection Showplace, located at 46100 Grand River Avenue, between Novi and Beck Roads in Novi, MI, between Thursday 14th March and Sunday 17th March 2013, and will feature more than 75 exhibitors who will fill the expo halls and will showcase products priced to sell. As well as Nick Jr. star Dora the Explorer, the event will also include a full line-up of promotions will entertain show-goers, including The Live Shark Encounter, a Be A Diver Scuba Pool, Waterwalkerz, and a Caribbean themed Tiki Bar:

Spring Boating Expo brings everything boating to Novi March 14-17

NOVI, Mich., Feb. 26, 2013 /PRNewswire-USNewswire/ -- The Spring Boating Expo cruises into the Suburban Collection Showplace March 14-17, bringing hundreds of boats to see and buy along with accessories, entertainment and fun! More than 75 exhibitors will fill the expo halls and will showcase products priced to sell!

"The Spring Boating Expo is said to be the 'time to buy boat show' because it's one of the last shows of the season and the perfect opportunity to buy a boat and have it delivered in time for spring launch," said Show Manager Nicki Polan . "The boating industry is rebounding in Michigan and we're expecting lots of boats to sell at this year's show."

Along with hundreds of boats from 10 to 35 feet in length, marinas, dock companies, canvas & reupholstery, electronics, tow toys, pro shops and more ... a full line-up of promotions will entertain show-goers:

* The Live Shark Encounter is a thrilling educational show full of anticipation as this crew climbs in the tank with the sharks during the shows, running each day at the Spring Boating Expo.

* Participants can gear up and get in the Be A Diver Scuba Pool with certified trainers and experience scuba diving right at the show!

* Kids can crawl into the Waterwalkerz and see how long they can stand up in the "human hamster balls"

* Nickelodeon's Dora the Explorer will roam the show on the weekend from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday and Sunday.

* The Caribbean themed Tiki Bar is a place for show-goers to relax and meet up with their boating friends and family within the show.

Discount tickets and hotel accommodations are available at SpringBoatingExpo.net. Regular admission is $10 for adults, children 12 and under free with an adult. Hours: Thursday and Friday 2 – 9pm, Saturday 11am – 9pm, Sunday 11am – 6pm. Parking is available on-site at the Suburban Collection Showplace for $5. The Spring Boating Expo is owned and produced by the Michigan Boating Industries Association (MBIA), the voice of boating in Michigan. Revenue generated for this event is returned back to fund boater's interests via MBIA's programs and services. For more information visit SpringBoatingExpo.net or call 734.261.0123.

The Spring Boating Expo is sponsored by Great Lakes Scuttlebutt the Official Magazine of the Spring Boating Expo.

SOURCE Michigan Boating Industries Association

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Visit California Debuts 'Playground California' Family Travel Campaign; Partners With Nickelodeon For Comprehensive Content Integration Program

Visit California, the official promotional organisation for the US state of California, has announced in the following press release, from PRNewswire, the launch of its first dedicated family travel initiative, called 'Playground California,' which begun with a national airing of its new Kids at Play TV commercial on Monday Feb. 25, 2013. The integrated marketing campaign showcases the abundance of family travel experiences available throughout the Golden State, positioning California as the ultimate playground for spring break, summer vacation and beyond.

As part of Visit California's 'Playground California' campaign, the organization has partnered with Nickelodeon USA for a comprehensive content integration partnership with Nickelodeon and online radio station Pandora and their 'Moms who Rock' series to help the campaign to fully engage head-of-household travel decision makers in the California travel experience.

Visit California's brand new 2013 television advertisement, named Kids at Play, stars Teen actor Rico Rodriguez, from ABC sitcom "Modern Family", as he leads a cast of kids unplugged from technology enjoying California's beaches, theme parks, zoos, aquariums, museums, national parks and resorts. In a fun and irreverent way, the spot juxtaposes kid-friendly activities with dialogue centered on common digital and social media terms. This is the first time a Visit California commercial has only featured children. It is currently unknown whether Visit California's 'Playground California' advertising campaign will be released in the UK.

Which Nickelodeon Stars would you like to see represent your local area? Should Big Time Rush be in a future Visit California advert? Let NickALive! know on Twitter, Tumblr, Google+, and/or Facebook!:

Visit California Debuts 'Playground California' Family Travel Campaign
"Modern Family" star Rico Rodriguez featured in campaign TV commercial

SACRAMENTO, Calif., Feb. 25, 2013 /PRNewswire/ -- Visit California is launching its first dedicated family travel initiative, 'Playground California,' with the national airing of its new Kids at Play TV commercial on Feb. 25, 2013. The integrated marketing campaign showcases the abundance of family travel experiences available throughout the Golden State, positioning California as the ultimate playground for spring break, summer vacation and beyond.

Additional elements of the campaign include digital advertising, media relations, parent blogger engagement and a comprehensive content integration partnership with Nickelodeon and online radio station Pandora and their 'Moms who Rock' series. Combined, the campaign will fully engage head-of-household travel decision makers in the California travel experience.

"We're encouraging modern families to come to California for a good, old-fashioned 'unplugged' vacation," said Caroline Beteta , Visit California president and chief executive officer. "From one of the longest ski seasons in North America and iconic natural landscapes to globally-recognized theme parks and endless stretches of coast line, the Golden State truly is a family's ultimate playground."

Teen actor Rico Rodriguez , from ABC sitcom "Modern Family" leads a cast of kids unplugged from technology enjoying California's beaches, theme parks, zoos, aquariums, museums, national parks and resorts in the campaign's new "Kids At Play" commercial. In a fun and irreverent way, the spot juxtaposes kid-friendly activities with dialogue centered on common digital and social media terms. This is the first time a Visit California commercial has only featured children.

The spot will air nationally in the U.S. on cable TV and syndicated CBS programming, as well as in Canada on select national specialty TV networks

The 13 family-friendly locations from across California showcased in the new television commercial include:

Location 1: Mosaic Pool, Montage Laguna Beach, Laguna Beach
The Mosaic Pool has a children's pool and play area for families to enjoy that includes amenities such as books, headsets, board games and group programs. Guests rent out a private cabana for a day, or simply lounge poolside to take in spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean.
www.lagunabeachinfo.com

Location 2: Cable Car, Fisherman's Wharf, San Francisco
What's more Californian than an authentic 19th century cable car ride through San Francisco? Cable cars are not only a symbol of the city – they are a fun way for families to get around! Ride to Anchorage Square in Fisherman's Wharf and enjoy some of the nation's best seafood before spotting local sea lions up close.
www.sanfrancisco.travel

Location 3 & 7 Mount Hermon zipline and "streaming" in Santa Cruz
Families will love ziplining "online" through the redwood forest canopy in the Santa Cruz Mountains across six ziplines and two sky bridges. On the ground, visitors can explore enchanting centuries-old Californian forests by "streaming," hiking, biking, camping and horseback riding.
www.santacruzca.org

Location 4: The Lorikeets, San Diego Zoo Safari Park, Escondido
The San Diego Zoo is one of California's iconic family attractions, and its Safari Park offers families the chance to interact and learn about exotic African animals. Feed colorful "tweeting" birds at Lorikeet Landing, as seen in the commercial, then watch cheetahs run and visit the new Village Playground designed as an African village.
www.sdzsafaripark.org

Location 5: Beluga Whales, SeaWorld San Diego, San Diego
SeaWorld San Diego allows kids the chance to get beyond the glass; offering one of the only places in the world where visitors can get in the water with Beluga Whales. The in-water Beluga Interaction Program is the perfect example of how to create lasting family memories on a vacation to the Golden State.
http://seaworldparks.com/seaworld-sandiego

Location 6: Rollercoaster, Pacific Park, Santa Monica Pier
Take a ride on the wild side at Santa Monica Pier's family amusement park. From the iconic Pacific Ferris wheel to "downloading" on the West Coaster rollercoaster, families will have the chance to play for the day among coastal breezes with spectacular views of Santa Monica Bay. www.santamonica.com

Location 8: Windansea Beach, La Jolla
"Gaming" in La Jolla is easy for families – whether it's competing for a wave on a surfboard or simply playing catch on the sand. Enjoy an ocean kayaking tour, or take in the cliffs, sea caves, sea birds and beautiful beach homes from the comfort of a beach towel. "Text" messages in the sand, instead of on phone. www.sandiego.org

Location 9: California Academy of Sciences Museum, San Francisco
California knows how to make learning fun! Rather than being "glued to the tube" kids can explore the Academy's aquarium, planetarium, natural history museum, rainforest, 40,000 live animals and various special exhibits. www.calacademy.org

Location 10: Squaw Valley Ski Resort, Lake Tahoe
Tubing and skiing and riding –oh my! There's always something fun for families at California's ski resorts. Once the snow melts, families can bike along the Truckee River, walk through wildflower meadows and go geocaching atop High Camp at 8,200 feet.
www.visitinglaketahoe.com

Location 11: Transformers: The Ride-3D, Universal Studios Hollywood
What better way to enjoy the awesome power of film, than to step inside one? Transformers: The Ride-3D is in its second summer of wowing visitors, blurring the lines of fantasy and fiction with groundbreaking simulation technology.
www.universalstudioshollywood.com

Location 12: Horseback Riding, The Hollywood Sign
California's Hollywood sign is emblematic of the state's contribution to the world of film. Families can "get out and play more" by taking a horseback ride under the sign for unmatched view of Los Angeles, the mountains and beyond.
www.hollywoodchamber.net

Location 13: Cars Land, Disney California Adventure, Anaheim
Start your engines! CarsLand opened last summer, allowing bringing to life the blockbuster film "Cars," including the town of Radiator Springs. From Radiator Springs Racers to Mater's Junkyard Jamboree, families can enjoy one of California's favorite theme parks in a whole new way.
http://disneyland.disney.go.com/disneys-california-adventure/

The commercial recommends viewers to "start planning your family's playtime" now at VisitCalifornia.com:
www.visitcalifornia.com/Playground-California/Kids-At-Play/

Visit California (formerly known as the California Travel & Tourism Commission) is a non-profit organization with a mission to develop and maintain marketing programs - in partnership with the state's travel industry - that keep California top-of-mind as a premier travel destination. According to Visit California, travel and tourism expenditures total $102.3 billion annually in California (20 percent of which is international), support jobs for 893,000 Californians and generate $6.3 billion in state and local tax revenues. For more information about Visit California and for a free California Official State Visitor's Guide, go to www.VisitCalifornia.com. For story ideas, media information, downloadable images, video and more, go to media.visitcalifornia.com.

Media Contacts:
Jennifer Sweeney , Visit California
(916) 233-0255
jsweeney@visitcalifornia.com

Brittani Wood , DCI
(212) 444-7166
brittani.wood@aboutdci.com

SOURCE Visit California

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Viacom President And Chief Executive Officer Philippe Dauman To Appear At Deutsche Bank's Media, Internet & Telecom Conference On Monday 4th March 2013

Below is a Viacom Inc. Press Release from PRNewswire announcing the news that Philippe Dauman, the President and CEO of Viacom Inc., will be making an appearance at Deutsche Bank's Media, Internet & Telecom Conference on Monday, March 4, 2013, at approximately 12:45 p.m. (ET). A live webcast of Mr. Dauman's question-and-answer session will be available to the general public through a link on the Investor Relations homepage of Viacom's website, www.viacom.com. A replay of the audio webcast will also be available in the "Events / Webcasts" section of the site:

Viacom President And Chief Executive Officer Philippe Dauman To Appear At Deutsche Bank's Media, Internet & Telecom Conference

NEW YORK, Feb. 26, 2013 /Viacom PR News Release via PRNewswire-FirstCall/ -- Viacom Inc. (NASDAQ: VIAB, VIA) today announced that Philippe Dauman , President and Chief Executive Officer of Viacom, will participate in a question-and-answer session at Deutsche Bank's Media, Internet & Telecom Conference on Monday, March 4, 2013, at approximately 12:45 p.m. (ET). A live webcast of Mr. Dauman's question-and-answer session will be available to the general public through a link on the Investor Relations homepage of Viacom's website, www.viacom.com. A replay of the audio webcast will be available in the "Events / Webcasts" section of the site.

About Viacom

Viacom is home to the world's premier entertainment brands that connect with audiences through compelling content across television, motion picture, online and mobile platforms in over 160 countries and territories. With media networks reaching approximately 700 million global subscribers, Viacom's leading brands include MTV, VH1, CMT, Logo, BET, CENTRIC, Nickelodeon, Nick Jr., TeenNick, Nicktoons, Nick at Nite, COMEDY CENTRAL, TV Land, SPIKE, Tr3s, Paramount Channel and VIVA. Paramount Pictures, America's oldest film studio and creator of many of the most beloved motion pictures, continues today as a major global producer and distributor of filmed entertainment. Viacom operates a large portfolio of branded digital media experiences, including many of the world's most popular properties for entertainment, community and casual online gaming.

For more information about Viacom and its businesses, visit www.viacom.com. Keep up with Viacom news by following Viacom's blog at blog.viacom.com and Twitter feed at www.twitter.com/Viacom.

SOURCE Viacom Inc.

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