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Sneak Peek: New Season Of "WordGirl" (Video & Photos)

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Dec 13, 2011, 7:33 am
“WordGirl” fans get ready, the new season is about to start. If you already love, or haven’t yet met the mild-mannered fifth grader who, at the call of duty, transforms into WordGirl, tune in on Friday, December 16. From the press release: This holiday season, WORDGIRL premieres a new It’s...
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NEW MOON GIRLS: A Magazine By Girls For Girls

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Dec 12, 2011, 9:18 am
Girl Power! We’re used to hearing the term now, more than a decade after the Spice Girls made it popular, and are seeing more opportunities and support available for girls transitioning into womanhood. But what was available for girl empowerment before those words and ideology became an influenc...
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App: "Toy Story Showtime!"

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Dec 10, 2011, 9:39 pm
Catch up with Woody, Buzz, and Jessie as they put on a talent show in the new app, “Toy Story Showtime!” From the press release: This interactive storybook app, aimed at children ages 4-6, is Disney Publishing’s second Disney Learning app and is designed to help learners explore essential ear...
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Sneak Peek: Jake And The Neverland Pirate Band At "Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade"

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Dec 7, 2011, 3:41 pm
Photos courtesy of Disney. Check out The Never Land Pirate Band and Jake, from Disney Junior’s series “Jake and the Never Land Pirates,” taping their performance for the 28th Annual “Disney Parks Christmas Day Parade” TV special. The band will perform a pirate-themed holiday tune during ...
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PBS Kids Streams Fave Shows With Video App

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Dec 7, 2011, 3:26 pm
PBS KIDS Video App load screen image. Courtesy of PBS KIDS. The PBS KIDS logo is a registered mark of PBS and is used with permission. Keeping the kids occupied while trying to finish the holiday marathon has just gotten easier. Now while you’re out and about, doing that last minute shopping, PBS...
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"Sid the Science Kid" Focuses on Tech and Engineering

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Dec 5, 2011, 6:59 pm
Courtesy of TM and © 2011 The Jim Henson Company. All Rights Reserved. Check out “Sid The Science Kid” this week (Dec. 5-9) as it premieres five new episodes geared to technology and engineering. Also, Actress America Ferrera guest stars as the voice of Dr. Rosalinda Cordova, a marine biologi...
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Video Preview: "Kick Buttowski- Suburban Daredevil"

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Dec 5, 2011, 6:33 pm
“A Cousin Kyle Christmas” - Kick battles an ice storm and bizarre obstacles in order to find a last-minute Christmas gift for Cousin Kyle. TUESDAY, DECEMBER 6 (8:00 – 8:30 p.m., ET/PT) ON DISNEY XD Related posts:Jim Henson’s Dinosaur Train Kick-Starts Second Season with Movie Disney Gets Me...
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Disney Gets Merry With "Disney Princess: A Royal Christmas!" App

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Dec 4, 2011, 10:58 pm
The holidays are here and so is the “Disney Princess: A Royal Christmas!” app. While the world is wondering how Will and Kate are going to spend their first royal Christmas, kids can feel like they’re participating in royal celebrations with Disney’s latest app. The little ones, and parents...
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Stan Lee Narrates New Spider-Man Storybook App

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Dec 3, 2011, 12:02 pm
Want to share the story of Spider-Man and have an Apple device? Now, with a swipe of your finger, your child can help Spider-Man fight crime and follow along the interactive storybook – narrated by comic book legend and Spider-Man co-creator, Stan Lee – with the “The Amazing Spider-Man: An Ori...
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5 Tips for Kids Hand-Me-Down Tech Gifts

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Dec 2, 2011, 10:56 am
Gifting your old smartphone to a child this year? If so, you’re not alone. Recently, PBS Kids announced a study that found that almost a quarter of parents will pass along their tech devices either as a present or to use as entertainment during those long doctor visits, while traveling – or atte...
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This Blog is Now Closed

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Sep 29, 2011, 8:46 pm
Thank you to all the readers, friends and folks who’ve inspired me to write since I started blogging in 2005. While I really loved the concept of youth entertainment in this last reincarnation, I’m stepping away to focus on regaining my health. It’s a journey that’s taking longer than I ever...
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GHOST ISLAND: The Love is Real, but is Aaron More Than a Dream?

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Sep 3, 2011, 2:47 pm
Caught in a storm off the California coast, Livia Hinson finds the perfect love. But the only way they can be together is in her dreams. Is Aaron flesh or spirit? Can he come to her world, or will he pull her into his? Together, they explore the blurred territory between love and illusion on a ...
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App: Little Pim Spanish

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Aug 30, 2011, 9:00 am
(Photo courtesy of © Little Pim Corporation, 2011) Want your child to learn Spanish while they’re most receptive to new languages? Check out the PBS Kids iPad app, Little Pim Spanish. It stars Little Pim, an animated panda bear from the direct-to-DVD Little Pim foreign-language series, who helps...
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Disney Shares the Magic of Storytelling with Donation

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Aug 22, 2011, 4:37 pm
(All photos courtesy of DISNEY CHANNEL/MICHAEL YADA) Did you know many families, who struggle financially, often don’t have even a single book in their home? Last Friday, at the D23 Expo kickoff, Disney made a donation that will spark the imaginations of millions of children and help them read. ...
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Disney D23 Expo 2011 in Photos

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Aug 21, 2011, 5:18 pm
Disney D23 Expo 2011 Stuck at home wishing you were at Disney’s D23 Expo 2011 meeting and greeting stars, discovering new shows, reminiscing Disney faves, getting behind-the-scenes details, theme park fun and, among so much more, having a blast? Yeah, me too. Well, fellow wannabes, here’s a pe...
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Some Cool Events at Disney's D23 Expo

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Aug 16, 2011, 3:39 pm
Headed to Anaheim for Disney’s D23 Expo starting this Friday? If so you’ll get the amazing world of Disney under one roof with access to Disney films, television and theme parks. Seriously, fun stuff. (There’s still time to purchase tickets and attend if you’re feeling spontaneous too.) Whi...
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In Pokémon News …

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Aug 13, 2011, 1:54 pm
What’s Pokémon Hot? – The free Pokédex™ 3D application now available from the Nintendo eShop only for the Nintendo 3DS™. What’s that about? Fans can discover the more than 150 Pokémon found in the Pokémon Black Version and Pokémon White Version games. The new app lets users see each...
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Movies On Demand: August Releases

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Aug 12, 2011, 11:28 am
Rango | Rated PG | Available July 29 on Movies On Demand and DVD/Blue-Ray Watch the trailer and then check out the calendar for more details. Jane Eyre | Rated PG-13 | Available August 2 on Movies On Demand and DVD/Blue-Ray Watch the trailer and then check out the calendar for more details. Soul...
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Enter to Win: Celebrate Dinosaur Train Season Premiere With Two Contests

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Aug 10, 2011, 6:22 pm
The Dinosaur Train season premiere (Aug 22 on PBSKids) and movie (Aug 23, DVD release) gets even more adventurous with two contests. First Up: You can enter to win your own Dinosaur Train adventure by entering the Amtrak-Dinosaur Train Sweepstakes from now until August 31. As a part of the grand p...
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Jim Henson's Dinosaur Train Kick-Starts Second Season with Movie

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Aug 1, 2011, 2:00 am
Big dinosaurs, big musical numbers and big fun are on the ticket when DINOSAUR TRAIN launches its second season with the one-hour special “Dinosaur Big City” premiering August 22 on PBS KIDS. (Courtesy of TM and © The Jim Henson Company) Hey, there’s big news for Jim Henson Company’s Dinos...
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Tim Schafer Pitches New Game to Cookie Monster

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Jul 15, 2011, 10:35 am
Guess what? This fall WB is launching a new Sesame Street video game for Kinect – Sesame Street: Once Upon a Monster. More details on the game later. For now, here’s a video spoof with legendary video game designer Tim Schafer pitching Cookie Monster on the concept of the new game. Look close, C...
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Sneak Peek ABC Primetime 2011|2012: State Of Georgia

Genevieve H. posted an article on - May 19, 2011, 1:30 pm
Premieres June 29 at 8.30/7.30c on ABC Family From the press release: LOOK OUT NEW YORK, GEORGIA CHAMBERLIN HAS ARRIVED! RAVEN-SYMONÉ STARS IN ABC FAMILY’S NEW COMEDY, “STATE OF GEORGIA,” PREMIERING ON WEDNESDAY, JUNE 29 AT 8:30PM ET/PT Majandra Delfino and Loretta Devine Also Star; Serie...
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Sneak Peek ABC Primetime 2011|2012: The Nine Lives Of Chloe King

Genevieve H. posted an article on - May 18, 2011, 3:13 pm
The Nine Lives Of Chloe King (Premieres June 14 at 9/8c on ABC Family) From the press release: WHO IS CHLOE KING? ONE BIRTHDAY CHANGES DESTINY FOR A TEENAGE GIRL, IN ABC FAMILY’S ORIGINAL SERIES “THE NINE LIVES OF CHLOE KING,” PREMIERING TUESDAY, JUNE 14 AT 9:00 PM ET/PT New Original Se...
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Sneak Peek ABC Primetime 2011|2012: Revenge

Genevieve H. posted an article on - May 18, 2011, 2:37 pm
Revenge (Wednesdays this Fall, 10:00-11:00 p.m., ET) From the press release: Wealth, beauty and status define the people in this town, but one woman is willing to destroy everyone for the sake of revenge. Emily Thorne (Emily Van Camp) is new to the Hamptons. She’s met some of her wealthy neigh...
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Sneak Peek ABC Primetime 2011|2012: Once Upon A Time

Genevieve H. posted an article on - May 18, 2011, 2:26 pm
Once Upon A Time (Sundays this Fall, 8:00-9:00 p.m., ET) From the Press Release: From the inventive minds of “Lost” executive producers Adam Horowitz and Edward Kitsis comes a bold new imagining of the world, where fairy tales and the modern-day are about to collide. And they all lived happi...
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Kids Can Game With Sesame Street's Grover

Genevieve H. posted an article on - May 18, 2011, 1:00 am
This summer, preschoolers can learn about the importance of physical activity, eating right, keeping clean, and why it’s important to chill out and sleep with Sesame Street: Ready, Set, Grover. Tykes will be able to interact with their fave blue guy on the Wii and Nintendo DS. In the game, releas...
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Pokémon Players Battle for the 2011 Championship

Genevieve H. posted an article on - May 17, 2011, 2:30 pm
Henry Maxon, (L), and Kevin Trac (R) celebrate their First and Second Place finishes respectively in the Junior Division at the 2011 Pokemon Video Game Northwest Regional Championships held at the Washington State Convention Center Saturday May 14, 2011. Both players earned invitations to the 2011 P...
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Go Behind-The-Scenes of PBS Kids with The Parent Show

Genevieve H. posted an article on - May 7, 2011, 12:26 pm
Courtesy of PBS Parents Listen up and pay attention. That’s exactly what Angela Santomero, co-creator of Super Why, key visionary behind Blue’s Clues and the new host of PBSParents.org’s The Parent Show, did as she met and chatted with mom bloggers across the country this past year. The conv...
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Radio Disney Contest: Win a Trip for Mom to See NKOTBSB in LA!

Genevieve H. posted an article on - May 4, 2011, 11:00 am
Radio Disney is celebrating their 15th birthday and Mother’s Day. To celebrate, they’re having a contest giving kids age 16 and younger a chance to enter their mom to win a three day, two night trip for four to Los Angeles to see NKOTBSB (New Kids On The Block/Backstreet Boys) live in concert. N...
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Mother of a Podcast 01: The Parent Show and Cool Conduct

Genevieve H. posted an article on - May 2, 2011, 5:05 pm
– Interview with co-creator and executive producer of PBS Kids Super Why! and a key visionary behind Blue’s Clues, Angela Santomero, and PBS Parents Director, Matt Graham, talk about the new PBSParents.org show, “The Parent Show.” – Interview with Nicki Donley, author of “Cool Conduc...
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App: Super Why! Now on Android

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Apr 30, 2011, 11:34 am
Courtesy of PBS Kids Awesome, a PBS preschooler app for the Droid! For those geeky smartphone users with kids, PBS has launched Super Why, their first app for the Android. No need to panic iPhone users, the app was made available for your platform last year. The Super Why app helps kids achieve t...
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Celebrate National Train Day With Live Events, Shows, Crafts and More

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Apr 29, 2011, 2:45 pm
Courtesy of the folks from National Train Day National Train Day All aboard, it’s time to celebrate National Train Day on May 7. If you haven’t heard of it before, that’s because it’s fairly new. Amtrak started the holiday in 2008 to bring attention to the advantages of traveling by rail a...
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App – Disney Princess Dress-Up: My Sticker Book

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Apr 29, 2011, 12:30 am
Just in time for the Royal Wedding, your little princess can play dress-up with the updated Disney Princess Dress-Up: My Sticker Book app for the iPhone, iPod Touch or iPad. The updated app features new princess Tiana and seven new stories — one for each of the princesses. As before, children ca...
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Sneak Peek: Damon Wayans Guest-Stars on "Happy Endings"

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Apr 22, 2011, 4:47 pm
Here’s a sneak peek of the new “Happy Endings” episode “Like Father Like Gun” with guest star Damon Wayans. Tune-in to watch the full episode Wednesday, April 27. Related posts:Tune-In: “Phineas and Ferb” season 3 packed with celebrity guest stars Sneak Peek: Got Milk? Ad with Leigh-...
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Edu-tainment: Celebrate and Learn About Earth Day

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Apr 16, 2011, 1:14 pm
Earth Day - April 22 It’s almost time to celebrate Earth Day and learn how to help our planet. Disney Junior and PBS Kids he have lined up some special programming for your little ones with that theme in mind. Starting off the week, PBS Kids hosts its sixth annual “Share the Earth” celebrati...
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Fan Photos: Imagination Movers in Columbus

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Apr 10, 2011, 1:03 am
Imagination Movers in concert at the Palace Theater in Columbus on April 1 (6:30pm show). Photo by Lisa Lombardi. Imagination Movers contest winner, Lisa Lombardi, shared photos with the MOC of his family’s “In A Big Warehouse” concert experience in Columbus, Ohio on April 1. Check them out!...
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Fan Photos: Imagination Movers in Detroit

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Apr 10, 2011, 12:04 am
Imagination Movers in concert at the Music Hall in Detroit on March 27 (7pm show). Photo by Mike DiFazio. Imagination Movers contest winner, Mike DiFazio, shared photos with the MOC of his family’s “In A Big Warehouse” concert experience in Detroit , Michigan on March 27. Check them out! Cl...
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Sneak Peek: Got Milk? Ad with Leigh-Allyn Baker & Bridgit Mendler

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Apr 8, 2011, 9:14 pm
Check it out “Good Luck Charlie” fans! The show’s mom-daughter duo, Leigh-Allyn Baker and Bridgit Mendler, joined forces, in a collective effort with Disney Media Sales and Marketing, to shoot their first Got Milk? TV spot. You can expect to see the ad on air starting Monday, April 11 on Disne...
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Get Crafty for Minnie's Masquerade

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Apr 8, 2011, 7:50 pm
(DISNEY JUNIOR/DISNEY CHANNEL) Feeling crafty and love themed parties? Disney Junior is celebrating their most famous animated gal, Minnie Mouse. She’ll shine like the star she is in “Minnie’s Masquerade,” an episode of “Mickey Mouse Clubhouse,” on April 11 (9-9:30am ET/PT). In this sho...
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Get Ready for Minnie's Masquerade: Star Wand

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Apr 8, 2011, 7:12 pm
Star Wand By DISNEY FAMILY FUN MAGAZINE Total Time Needed: 1 Hour These star wands might not have magic powers, but assembled into a big bouquet, they’re sure to light up a room. Materials Pen and scissors Aluminum foil pie plate Heavy wire (like armature wire) Fingernail polish Glitter Pe...
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Get Ready for Minnie's Masquerade: No-Sew Tutu

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Apr 8, 2011, 7:08 pm
(DISNEY FAMILY FUN MAGAZINE) No-Sew Tutu By DISNEY FAMILY FUN MAGAZINE Total Time Needed: 1-2 Hours Ages: 2 years and up Packaged rolls of tulle (available in the wedding aisle of many craft stores) make this dress-up darling a cinch to fashion. Simply tie snipped strips to an elastic band for a...
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Get Ready for Minnie's Masquerade: Fairy Princess Costume

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Apr 8, 2011, 5:59 pm
(Disney Family Fun Magazine) Fairy Princess Costume By DISNEY FAMILY FUN MAGAZINE Total Time Needed: Afternoon Or Evening A  jeweled scepter — fashioned from clay — and glittery plastic gems add a royal touch to this princess costume. Materials 12-inch wooden dowel Purple acrylic paint Pin...
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Get Ready for Minnie's Masquerade: Beauty Mask

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Apr 8, 2011, 5:59 pm
(Disney Family Fun Magazine) Beauty Mask By DISNEY FAMILY FUN MAGAZINE Total Time Needed: 1 Hour This eye pillow, filled with lavender and flaxseed, is a Mother’s Day gift that actually takes something away: stress! Materials Flannel-backed satin fabric Glue 16-inch length elastic Funnel 5 t...
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Some Simpsons Episodes May Be Pulled

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Mar 29, 2011, 7:55 pm
Simpsons episodes may be pulled | Video | abc30.com. Several European countries are reviewing episodes of the Simpsons, that may be pulled, for power plant humor that isn’t appropriate with Japan’s challenges after the earthquake and Tsunami.  In an interview with ET, as reported by ABC30, the...
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Tune-in: "Human Planet" Six-part Series

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Mar 25, 2011, 6:17 pm
Human Planet: Life at the Extremes (Discovery Channel/Timothy Allen/BBC) “Human Planet” is here. The six-part series, that took four years to create, captures the story of “us” in high-definition from over 70 locations and highlights some of the most diverse, and, in a couple of incidences,...
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Tune-in: "MythBusters" Season Premiere

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Mar 25, 2011, 1:08 am
"MythBusters" hosts Adam Savage & Jamie Hyneman with the Adam & Jamie masks. From the April 6, 2011 premiere episode. (Discovery Channel) Looking to bond with your kids through experiments that explode, implode and shred at high speeds? You’re in luck. “MythBusters” will spark inquiring mind...
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Happiness is a New Movie and a Contest, Charlie Brown

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Mar 24, 2011, 3:34 pm
"Happiness is a Warm Blanket, Charlie Brown" Hey, Charles Schulz fans, there are three new Peanuts specials coming to DVD this year. The first, “Happiness is a Warm Blanket, Charlie Brown,” will be released on March 29. In this DVD-release, Linus hits his limit when he finds out his grandmothe...
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Fan Photos: Imagination Movers in Milwaukee

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Mar 20, 2011, 12:22 pm
Imagination Movers in concert at the Milwaukee Theater in Milwaukee on March 18 (7pm show). Photo by Amanda Somelofski . Imagination Movers contest winner, Amanda Somelofski, shared photos with the MOC of her family’s “In A Big Warehouse” concert experience in Milwaukee, Wisconsin on March 1...
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Tune-in: "The Secret Life of the American Teenager" Season Premiere and Marathon

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Mar 19, 2011, 10:34 pm
THE SECRET LIFE OF THE AMERICAN TEENAGER (ABC FAMILY/CRAIG SJODIN) Catch the season premiere of ABC Family‘s “The Secret Life of the American Teenager” on Monday, March 28 (8-9pm ET/PT). If you need a refresher, tune in earlier (11 a.m. ET/PT) for the nine episode “Secret Life” marathon. ...
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Tune-in: "Pretty Little Liars" Marathon and Season Finale

Genevieve H. posted an article on - Mar 19, 2011, 3:27 pm
"Pretty Little Liars" (ABC FAMILY/DANNY FELD) The season finale for “Pretty Little Liars” will air on Monday, March 21 (8-9pm ET/PT) on ABC Family. Fans can watch the series from the beginning during the all-day marathon starting at 11 a.m. “Pretty Little Liars” extras! - Visit the offici...
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