Advanced Opinions: Upcoming Project for Teens on Video Games $250!

AO Opinions is another Market Research company that emails me about studies and surveys. Currently, they are recruiting for a new study on video games for teens.

This is a great opportunity for your teen to make a little extra money this summer!

To be considered for this study, view the list and complete the pre-screener here.

  • Format: Online Group (Must use a working Computer with a working webcam and a working mic)
  • Open to Teens 15-19 ONLY (teen must fill out the form to be considered)
  • Date: Friday, June 27, 2025
  • Start Time: 9:15AM Eastern Time
  • Length: 2 hours 45 minutes
  • Mandatory Pre-task will be required (will take approximately 30-45 minutes to complete)
  • Compensation (if chosen):  $200 + $50 for completing a mandatory prework

7/11/2025 All-Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair!

It’s time again for the All Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair on Friday, July 11, from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Miramar Hourglass Recreation Center – 10440 Black Mountain Road, San Diego, CA 92126.

All activities and resources are available free of charge and open to the public.

Kids of all abilities will love this event, brought to you by the Special Needs Resource Foundation. Below is just a glimpse of what to expect:

Activity stations

  • Prizes
  • Crafts
  • Character meet and greets
  • Family resources 
  • Networking
  • Shopping
  • Games
  • Free parking 

 

Sign up to join us for this amazing day of inclusivity.

Activity stations for kids include favorites: Olaf Snowball Toss, Pokémon Scavenger Hunt, Super Wheelchair Awareness Course, Super Hero City Speedway, Crown-a-Polooza, and more!

Character meet and greets: Say hello to Princess Ariel and other beloved characters at this fun-filled event that the family will love.

Family resources and networking: Resource and service providers will be on-site to speak with parents and offer helpful information. Be sure to pick up a copy of Flourishing Families at our Special Needs Resource Foundation booth.

ShopAble Bazaar: Stop by to browse and buy amazing products and valuable services from business owners with disabilities.

Sensory Time: From 11 to 11:30 a.m., families who need a quieter environment can enjoy the event with just one opening announcement and no music.

4/13/2025 All-Inclusive Day of Play: Starry Night Cinema & Resource Fair!

This event is back and will be an amazing time! The  2nd Annual All-Inclusive Day of Play: Starry Cinema & Resource Fair on Sunday, April 13 from 10 AM to 1 PM at the Salvation Army Kroc Center Corner Zone – 6845 University Ave., San Diego, 92115.

  • Activity Stations
  • Movie Screening Area
  • Giveaways & Crafts
  •  Family Resources
  • Networking
  • Shopping,
  • Games & more!

And as the sun sets, an outdoor screening of a family movie (title to be determined) will be shown on a large outdoor screen! Bring your chairs and blankets!

For tickets and to learn more, visit their website. 

New Sampling Opportunities from Tryazon!

I’ve been a fan of Tryazon for about 7 years. It’s an amazing company that works with manufacturers of toys, games, food, and recreational/sporting goods. Manufacturers supply their goods to consumers to try out and review for free.

The kids and I have received toys, games, craft kits, and art supplies to test and have fun with.

Right now, Tryazon has five different opportunities to which you can apply.

Applying to host a party is quick and easy. If you want to learn more about Tryazon, their website has tons of information about all of the cool campaigns, parties, and past events.

 

Tryazon: Cake-N-Bake Game Night!

We’ve been participating in Tryazon events for three+ years. We’ve gotten to try all sorts of fun toys, games, and food.  You can learn more about Tryazon here.

Introducing Cake-N-Bake Challenge a brand new game in this new Tryazon Featured Party opportunity, sponsored by Hey Buddy Hey Pal! Bring the excitement of baking shows into the game room with a fast-paced, color-matching, cake-building game!  With 3 different ways to play, the fun keeps going. Perfect for ages 4+ so it’s great for family and friend game nights.

Tryazon has 100 hosting spots open for this opportunity! Those selected get to receive a party pack with the brand new title Cake-N-Bake Challenge, and other fun extras to share with friends and family! Learn more and apply here: https://www.tryazon.com/cake-n-bake-game-night-party/

Tryazon: Calling all trivia enthusiasts!!

We’ve been participating in Tryazon events for three+ years. We’ve gotten to try all sorts of fun toys, games, and food.  You can learn more about Tryazon here.

Get your squad together for an evening of fun and friendly competition with this Tryazon Featured Party opportunity, featuring Ultimate Pub Trivia from AreYouGame?! This classic trivia game promises to bring the enjoyment of pub trivia to your living room for a night that’ll have you and your friends buzzing with excitement. With questions covering a variety of categories including sports, pop culture, literature, and more, there’s something for everyone to enjoy! Form your teams, brainstorm your answers, and get ready to prove your trivia prowess.

Tryazon has 75 hosting spots open for this opportunity! Those selected get to receive a party pack for free with an Ultimate Pub Trivia game to share with friends and family! Learn more and apply here: https://www.tryazon.com/ultimate-pub-trivia-game-night-party/

4/13/2024 All-Inclusive Day of Play: Starry Night Cinema & Resource Fair!

We’ve gone to this event in the past, and it’s always a fun time with great resources. This year, the All Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair includes a movie under the stars!

Saturday, April 13, 2024 from 5-9 pm at The Salvation Army Kroc Center Field – 6753 University Ave., San Diego, CA  92115

Activity booths include:

  • Light Saber Creation Station
  • Underwater Nemo Sensory Tent
  • Olaf Snowball Toss,
  • Wizarding World Station

Parents can connect with helpful resource services and providers, gaining valuable insights and family support.

And as the sun sets, an outdoor screening of the family favorite film Finding Nemo will be shown on a large outdoor screen! Bring your chairs and blankets!

For tickets and to learn more, visit their website. 

7/14/2023 An All Inclusive Day of Play for Families!

We’ve gone to this event in the past, and it’s always a fun time with great resources. This year, the All Inclusive Day of Play & Resource Fair on Friday, July 14, from 11 am-2 pm Miramar Hourglass Recreation Center, 10440 Black Mountain Rd., 92126

FREE community event with activities, games, crafts, raffles, shopping, and resource booths for families of all abilities.

Activity Stations for kids including favorites:

  •  Light Saber Creation Station
  • Rubber Duckies Literacy Pond
  • Super Mario Wheelchair Awareness Course
  • & many more!

Family Resources & Networking – Resource and service providers will be on-site to speak with parents and offer helpful information. Be sure to pick up a copy of Flourishing Families at the Special Needs Resource Foundation of San Diego booth.

Stop by our ShopAble Bazaar to peruse and purchase amazing products and valuable services from business owners with disabilities.

All activities and resources are FREE and open to the public!

*Craft projects and giveaways are available while supplies last.

To sign up for free tickets to this event, click here. 

Tryazon Exploding Kittens Holiday Game Night – Dec 9-10, 2022


We’ve been participating in Tryazon events for three+ years. We’ve gotten to try all sorts of fun toys, games, and food.  You can learn more about Tryazon here.

I’m A Little Crabby is a game of secret hand signals, suspicious friends, and hidden identities. Pick a partner and establish a secret signal, then collect a set of four matching cards. Hide everything and suspect everyone in this game of secret signals.

Poetry for Neanderthals is a family-friendly party game similar to Taboo where players earn points by getting their teammates to guess words and phrases. The catch is that the “Neanderthal Poets” are only allowed to use single syllable words. If they use any words with more than one syllable, the other team gets to bop them with a 2-foot inflatable club!

Tryazon has a combined total of 750 hosting spots open for this opportunity! Those selected get to receive one of the two party packs from Exploding kittens with games and other extras to share with friends and family! Learn more and apply here.

Tryazon Telestrations & Blank Slate Game Night


We’ve been participating in Tryazon events for three+ years. We’ve gotten to try all sorts of fun toys, games, and food.  You can learn more about Tryazon here.

Telestrations and Blank Slate have teamed up in this new Tryazon Featured Party opportunity, sponsored by The OP! These two award-winning and fan-favorite games have come together for a great party game night for you and your friends! Get everyone together for a night of fun, laughs, and memories!

Tryazon has 400 hosting spots open for this opportunity! Those selected get to receive a party pack with a copy of Telestrations and Blank Slate to play with friends! Learn more and apply here.