POSTED BY
Nicole Brady
on Thursday, November 27, 2008 at 10:30 AM
TAGGED Family Review Network, Games, Giveaway, Technology, Video Games, Wii
TAGGED Family Review Network, Games, Giveaway, Technology, Video Games, Wii
I want to say "Happy Thanksgiving" to all my readers. I have so much to be thankful for and I hope all of you do too!
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With the economy what it is these days, people are rethinking their shopping plans. The stock market is a roller coaster and everyone is feeling the pinch. Despite the havoc, some people are still finding a way to give back to those who have less or are living in an unfortunate circumstance.
Swing over to the charity section on eBay. The Game Factory is auctioning off several Build-a-Bears that have been designed (and autographed) by celebrities. There are currently 51 auctions by celebrities such as James Gandolfini, Bonnie Hunt, the Jonas brothers, cast members from shows such as High School Musical 3, Baby G, The Clique and much more. To top it off, included with each auction is a "Build-A-Bear Workshop - A Friend Fur All Seasons" for the Wii! 100% of the proceeds of these auctions will be donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern California.
Swing over to the charity section on eBay. The Game Factory is auctioning off several Build-a-Bears that have been designed (and autographed) by celebrities. There are currently 51 auctions by celebrities such as James Gandolfini, Bonnie Hunt, the Jonas brothers, cast members from shows such as High School Musical 3, Baby G, The Clique and much more. To top it off, included with each auction is a "Build-A-Bear Workshop - A Friend Fur All Seasons" for the Wii! 100% of the proceeds of these auctions will be donated to Ronald McDonald House Charities of Southern California.
Now I have to be honest, I have NOT reviewed this game. I pride myself in not just regurgitating things you can read everywhere else. The sponsor was gracious enough to provide one for my readers, so I can't complain. Of course I want to give one away - especially since it's promotion a worthwhile charity. Since I haven't actually reviewed it, I can't personally tell you anything about it. I did notice that the target age is 3 and that's the lowest I've ever seen a Wii game. Here's some of the scoop from The Game Factory's site:
•Explore the four season-themed islands in the Adventure mode and play lots of fun mini games in the Playground mode•Enhanced interactive experience with 20 fun mini-games, including ice skating, build a snowman, a croquet party, a cool ride on a ladybug, throwing a Frisbee, and jumping on a jump stick. Some mini games even include surprises!•Fun for the whole family in single or multiplayer party games with up to four players.•Discover six secret treasure spots hidden around the islands and dig up a magic chest with a hidden surprise just for each player.•Collect bear medals, rewards and exciting items to use in players very own Build-A-Bear Workshop® experience. Choose from more than 80 items available for your furry friend!•Natural and innovative game play takes full advantage of the unique features of the revolutionary Nintendo Wii.
I will say that the game is available at major retailers and cost $39.99 at Amazon. These auctions have a starting bid of $10. If you are considering buying this game any time in the near future, be sure to check out the auctions because the winning bid lands you a copy of the Build-a-Bear game, a Build-A-Bear designed by a celebrity and an autograph. (From checking out the auction, it seems that sometimes the animal is autographed and sometimes the game.) And the proceeds go to charity. What's not to love about that? The auctions close on December 3rd!
The Prize
Build-A-Bear Workshop A Friend Fur All Seasons - for the Wii (approx value $39.99).
Participants -
...must provide a US or Canadian mailing address.
...must provide a US or Canadian mailing address.
...must provide an email in the first comment, email me directly with an email address or have email accessible from their profile. Winner has 72 hours from posting/notification to respond. If winner cannot be contacted, I will move on to the second random selection.
Sometime on December 3, 2008, a winner will be chosen at random (using random.org) from all comments left. Winner will be posted on PRIZEYWinners.
How to enter:
For the first entry -
(1) Check out The Game Factory.
(2) Come back here and comment on which one of their products is on your wish list.
For additional entries -
(a) Earn an additional entry by adding my button to your sidebar. Come back here and leave a comment stating that you did so.
(b) Link to The Game Factory. Come back here and leave an additional comment stating that you did so.
(c) Earn an additional entry if you publish a post regarding this contest and link back to it. Come back here and leave a comment providing the link to your post.
(d) Leave an extra comment if you subscribe to my feed.
(e) Stop by The Present Professor and vote for my entry - it's number 11 entitled "Baring My Soul for a Zune (SAHM Ramblings). This bonus entry is only available until the voting closes on November 30th.
Thanks to The Game Factory for providing the prize for this giveaway and to the Family Review Network for allowing me to participate in this blog event!
Rubik's World sounds like something I might want to play with my kid!
quitecontrary1977@hotmail.com
Legend of the Dragon
Nintendo Wii™ looks like a game my older son would love to play.
tamben7996(at)aol(dot)com
I am a subscriber.
tamben7996(at)aol(dot)com
I would put "Rubik's World" on my wish list, as I remember doing that damned puzzle as a kid!
Also, voted for you on The Present Professor AND am subscribed to your RSS feed!
localbusiness dot qc (at) gmail dot com
The Nintendo DS Zenses Rainforest
looks like a puzzle and brain training game that I might enjoy.
elbrady@comcast.net
rubik's world is on my list...
lilhottemomma@yahoo.com
My youngest grand-daughter would like the Build-A-Bear game.
(I sent my email to you.)
I'm a subscriber. Thanks.