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PlayMonster And Dude Perfect Join Forces To Launch New Koosh®

PLAYMONSTER AND DUDE PERFECT LAUNCH HOT NEW KOOSH® LINEUP WITH NATIONAL #KOOSHCHALLENGE

 The Easy to Catch, Hard to Put Down™ Original Koosh® Adds New Line With Viral Social Media Challenge ft. Dude Perfect and All Things Koosh®!

 

BELOIT, Wisc. (July 26, 2021) —  Launching today, PlayMonster and mega-stars Dude Perfect celebrate a new lineup of Koosh® products, with a nationwide #KooshChallenge hosted on social media. Families everywhere are invited to film their own Koosh® Commercial, showing all of the ways that they love to Koosh® and tagging #KooshChallenge and @KooshOriginal on social media. The most creative, engaging, technical and fun submissions will be shared on Koosh® social media channels and rewarded with the ultimate prize pack; including the new Koosh® product lineup, a $200 gift card, and collectable autographed gear from Dude Perfect. Famous for their wildly popular stunts, trick shots and insane challenges, Dude Perfect kicks off the challenge in an Overtime segment on YouTube with their own #KooshChallenge submission, reaching a devoted fan base of over 100 million followers.

The latest Koosh® products to hit shelves include the Koosh® Sharp Shot, Koosh® Mondo, Koosh® Flingshot, Koosh® Woosh, Koosh® Double Paddle, Koosh® Hoops!, and Koosh® Minis 3-Pack. Families will also see the return of the award-winning Koosh® Classic, which first made headlines in 1986, for its versatility and hours of endless indoor and outdoor fun.

“The new Koosh® lineup is incredibly fun. That’s why this summer, we’re challenging families to show us how creative they can get by making a video with Koosh®!” said Tyler Toney of Dude Perfect. “So let’s see what you’ve got, America. Join us in taking the #KooshChallenge and maybe YOU can be the next trick shot champion!”

“Dude Perfect naturally embodies the fun, playful, zest of the iconic Koosh® brand, so this partnership and challenge was a natural fit as we bring these innovative new products to market this summer,” said Lisa Wuennemann, Associate Vice President of Marketing at PlayMonster. “We can’t wait to see families create memories with the latest Koosh® products. There is truly something for everyone, and it’s sure to guarantee hours of fun.”

The #KooshChallenge launches on social media on July 26, 2021 and runs until Sept 7,  2021. Families can enter by posting their own Koosh® Commercial to social media and tagging @KooshOriginal and #KooshChallenge. Five winners will be chosen.

Families can shop the latest Koosh® products at Target stores across North America. For more information visit www.playmonster.com.

 

About PlayMonster

PlayMonster, a leading international toy and game company, believes in the power of play to make a  positive difference in people’s lives, and strives to keep play alive for all ages by delivering great play value  through designing, manufacturing and marketing innovative and fun toys, games and activities.  PlayMonster’s diversified portfolio includes popular brands and products such as “TOTY Game of the Year”  Yeti in My Spaghetti®, plus THINGS…®, 5 Second Rule®, Relative Insanity®, Farkle, SET®, Five Crowns®,  Spirograph®, Colorforms, My Fairy Garden®, Face Paintoos™, Fashion Plates®, Latchkits®, and Snap  Ships™.

About Hasbro

Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS) is a global play and entertainment company committed to making the world a better place for all children, fans and families. Hasbro delivers immersive brand experiences for global audiences through consumer products, including toys and games; entertainment through eOne, its independent studio; and gaming, led by the team at Wizards of the Coast, an award-winning developer of tabletop and digital games best known for fantasy franchises MAGIC: THE GATHERING and DUNGEONS & DRAGONS.

The company’s unparalleled portfolio of approximately 1,500 brands includes MAGIC: THE GATHERING, NERF, MY LITTLE PONY, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH, MONOPOLY, BABY ALIVE, DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, POWER RANGERS, PEPPA PIG and PJ MASKS, as well as premier partner brands. For the past decade, Hasbro has been consistently recognized for its corporate citizenship, including being named one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens by 3BL Media and one of the World’s Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute. Important business and brand updates are routinely shared on our Investor Relations website, Newsroom and social channels (@Hasbro on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.)

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KOOSH® COMMERCIAL” VIDEO CONTEST

“PLAYMONSTER® KOOSH® COMMERCIAL” VIDEO CONTEST
OFFICIAL RULES FINAL RELEASED

PURCHASE REQUIRED (EXCEPT FOR MARYLAND AND NORTH DAKOTA). AN INTERNET CONNECTION AND SOCIAL MEDIA ACCOUNT REQUIRED TO ENTER. THE PLAYMONSTER® #KOOSH® COMMERCIAL VIDEO CONTEST (THE “CONTEST”) IS GOVERNED BY THESE OFFICIAL RULES AND PROMOTES PLAYMONSTER LLC’S KOOSH®-BRANDED PRODUCTS (THE “PRODUCTS”). BY PARTICIPATING IN THE CONTEST, YOU (IF A MINOR IN YOUR JURISDICTION OF RESIDENCE, YOUR PARENT/LEGAL GUARDIAN) ACKNOWLEDGE AND AGREE TO BE BOUND BY ALL OF THE TERMS AND CONDITIONS STATED IN THESE OFFICIAL RULES. DO NOT ENTER OR PARTICIPATE IF YOU ARE NOT ELIGIBLE AND LOCATED IN THE UNITED STATES AT THE TIME OF ENTRY OR PARTICIPATION.   OPEN ONLY TO LEGAL RESIDENTS OF THE 50 UNITED STATES & D.C., 16 YEARS OF AGE OR OLDER.

 

  1. ELIGIBILITY: The Contest is open only to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States & the District of Columbia, sixteen (16) years old or older at the time of entry (“Entrant”) as defined below. An individual under the age of majority in his/her jurisdiction of legal residence, which is generally eighteen (18) years of age (a “Minor”) should have his or her parent’s or legal guardian’s permission before participating in the Contest. In all cases, where a Minor is an entrant or prize winner, entrant/prize winner/you/your refers to such Minor and the Minor’s parent or legal guardian acting on his/her behalf.

 

All employees of PlayMonster LLC (“Sponsor”), Hasbro, Inc., OddzOn, Inc., Dude Perfect, LLC, and each of their respective partners, parent companies, divisions, subsidiaries, affiliates, licensees, distributors, advertising, promotion and public relations agencies, and their respective officers, directors, employees, agents, independent contractors, and representatives (collectively, the “Contest Entities”) or immediate family members (spouses, siblings, children and parents, regardless of where they live) or members of the same households of such (whether or not related), are not eligible to participate or win.

 

PARTICIPATION IN THE CONTEST IS SUBJECT AT ALL TIMES TO COMPLIANCE WITH THESE OFFICIAL RULES AND WITH ALL APPLICABLE FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL LAWS AND REGULATIONS.

 

CONTEST IS VOID IN PUERTO RICO, ALL U.S. TERRITORIES AND POSSESSIONS, OVERSEAS MILITARY INSTALLATIONS AND WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.

 

  1. CONTEST PERIOD: The Contest begins on July 26, 2021 at 12:00:00 AM Central Time (“CT”) and ends on September 7, 2021 at 11:59:59 PM CT (the “Contest Period”). NOTE: All Entries must be received by September 7, 2021 at 11:59:59 PM CT (the “Entry Deadline”), except as expressly provided otherwise in Paragraph C below.

 

  1. HOW TO ENTER: During the Contest Period, Entrants (“you” and “your”) can enter on-line only by posting a video on your public social media account** with the tag @KooshOriginal and hashtag #KooshChallenge in the caption.

 

**Social media account (platform) consists of the following: Facebook, Instagram, TikTok, and/or Twitter.

 

All Entrants must have a social media account. A potential winner may be requested to provide the Sponsor with proof that he/she is the authorized account holder of the social media account associated with the winning Entry and that all eligibility requirements are met.

 

If participating via mobile device, you understand and agree that wireless Internet access and other charges may apply. You are advised to review your wireless carrier’s rate plan BEFORE participating in the Contest via mobile device.  Wireless Internet access is not available in all areas and not all mobile devices allow for wireless Internet access or are compatible with the chosen social media App.

 

Your video should be original and should include your best “commercial” advertising  the  Koosh® rubber ball. Videos must be no longer than one (1) minute in length. Any video longer than one (1) minute will be ineligible and will not be considered. Video must be in conformity with the technological specifications set forth on the applicable social media platform. The video also must include at least one (1)  Koosh® rubber ball.***

 

***Residents of Maryland and North Dakota only may request one (1) free Koosh® rubber ball to create their video. Between July 26, 2021 and August 16, 2021, mail a 3” x 5” card with your hand-printed name, address, email address, age and “KOOSH COMMERCIAL FREE KOOSH REQUEST” to P.O. Box 70180, Milwaukee, WI  53207. Copies of 3” x 5” cards will NOT be accepted.  Beginning at 12:00:01 AM CT on August 17, 2021, send an email with your name, address and age to playmonster@playmonster.com, with KOOSH COMMERCIAL FREE KOOSH REQUEST in the subject line, for receipt by September 7, 2021 at 11:59:59 PM CT.† Mail requests will NOT be honored if postmarked after August 16, 2021; email requests will NOT be accepted prior to August 17, 2021. Requests will only be honored if  delivery address for Koosh® rubber ball is located in Maryland or North Dakota; if mailed, request must be deposited in the mail from an address in Maryland or North Dakota as well.  There is a limit of one (1) request (for a maximum of one [1] Koosh® rubber ball) per qualifying person. Receipt of requests will not be acknowledged by Sponsor.  Submission of request is in all cases the sole responsibility of participant with Sponsor disclaiming any and all liability in conjunction therewith.

 

†If email request is received after August 23, 2021 (but before September 7, 2021 at 11:59:59 PM CT), individual submitting request will have until October 3, 2021 at 11:59:59 PM CT in which to submit Entry.

 

In addition, to be eligible, each video entry must meet all of the following criteria, as determined by Sponsor in its sole discretion:

  • By uploading a video, Entrant warrants that he/she is the sole author and copyright owner of the entry or has the permission (via license or otherwise) to use or incorporate those entry portions authored or owned by third parties. DO NOT COPY (IN WHOLE OR IN PART) VIDEOS POSTED BY OTHER PERSONS ON THEIR SOCIAL MEDIA  ACCOUNTS OR ELSEWHERE IN CREATING YOUR VIDEO ENTRY; DO NOT IMITATE OR RECREATE SCENES FROM TELEVISION PROGRAMS, VIDEOS OR OTHER THIRD-PARTY CONTENT IN CREATING YOUR VIDEO ENTRY;
  • All participants in the video must understand and agree that the video will be shared publicly on the applicable social media platform (and perhaps on other online platforms) and that everyone in the video must be least 16 years of age. Anyone between the ages of 16 and the age of majority in your state, must have permission from their parents or legal guardians to participate (whether as an Entrant or just being included in a video).
  • The video must not contain brand names or trademarks other than that of Koosh® or PlayMonster. This includes any branded apparel, such as hats or t-shirts, with company names or logos on them. For the purposes of the contest, Entrants are granted a non-exclusive, limited license to utilize the Koosh® and PlayMonster® name and trademarks solely in their Entry as contemplated herein. Nothing herein confers to Entrant or any participants in the contest any right, title, or interest in or to the Koosh® or PlayMonster® trademarks. Any goodwill vested therein shall inure to PlayMonster and the respective underlying rights holders of the trademarks and not to Entrant or participants under any circumstance.
  • Entrant cannot have overly relied on social media filters/effects or video editing software or the like in creating the video, including but not limited to the use of such filters/effects/software to distort or manipulate the properties or performance of Koosh® Product. The video must depict the actual performance of Koosh® Product in real life and entrant must be able to document same if requested by Sponsor.
  • Video must not have been published on any social media platform prior to being entered in this Contest.
  • Videos may not have been entered into any other contest or won any other award.
  • Videos cannot include dangerous stunts or acts of violence. DO NOT ENGAGE IN ANY BEHAVIOR WITH A RISK OF INJURY IN CONJUNCTION WITH CREATION OF VIDEO.
  • The video must not contain material that is inappropriate, indecent, obscene, hateful, defamatory, slanderous or libelous. Do NOT include any political or controversial content in the video.
  • The video must not contain any material that is unlawful, in violation of or contrary to the laws or regulations in any state where the video is created.
  • The video must not include personally identifiable information (e.g., phone number or e-mail address) of entrant, participants or any other persons.
  • The video must show the Koosh® rubber ball being used in accordance with the instructions accompanying the Koosh® Product.
  • The Koosh® rubber ball may only be used in the video in its original form and cannot have been modified or altered prior to use in the video. This includes but is not limited to the removal or obscuring of any branding on the Koosh® rubber ball.
  • The video cannot reflect negatively on the Koosh® trademark or the business reputation of Sponsor.
  • The video must be in compliance with Community Guidelines or other like policy of the applicable social media platform. (However, even if a video fully complies with the Community Guidelines/other like policy of the applicable social media platform, Sponsor/Administrator may still determine that it is ineligible as it does not comply with the preceding restrictions.

 

You grant to Sponsor and its designees the non-exclusive, irrevocable, perpetual, worldwide, royalty-free, transferable, sublicensable right and license to use, perform, exhibit, reproduce and/or otherwise exploit the video without further notice or any compensation to you. (For clarity, you will NOT receive any compensation except for a prize [if your entry is selected and thereafter confirmed as a prize winner, as set forth below] even if Sponsor should decide to use your video for commercial purposes in either original or modified form, and in any such case Sponsor will determine if the video is attributed to you (and, if so, the nature of such attribution).  Upon request and without compensation, you agree to provide Sponsor and its designees with a similar grant of rights from other participants involved in the creation of the video. You further waive any “Droit Moral,” “Moral Rights of Authors” or similar natural rights of ownership you may have in the video and agree, upon the request of Sponsor and without compensation of any kind, to execute any additional documents so as to effect, record or perfect the grant of rights contemplated by this section.

 

You further understand and agree that  (a) Sponsor has wide access to ideas, stories and other literary/artistic materials submitted to it from outside sources or being developed by its own employees and that such ideas/stories/literary/artistic materials may be competitive with, similar to, or even identical to the content of the submitted video and that Sponsor shall have no liability to you or any third party in conjunction therewith; and (b) Sponsor does not have any duty of confidentiality or other fiduciary duty to you relative to your video.

 

You also agree upon Sponsor’s request and without compensation of any kind to respond to Sponsor’s inquiries from time to time as to whether (or not) you still hold the same opinions concerning PlayMonster LLC’s Koosh® products as communicated in your video.

 

By successfully completing the foregoing and subject to the entry criteria and limitations detailed herein, you will receive one (1) “Entry” in the Contest. Note: Limit one (1) Entry per person per social media platform for the duration of the Contest.

 

Once submitted, Entry cannot be updated, revised or supplemented by entrant.

 

  1. WINNER SELECTION AND NOTIFICATION: At the completion of the Contest Period, on or about October 5, 2021 (the “Selection Date”), Sponsor will judge each of the Entries and will assign a point-value between zero (0) (lowest) and one hundred (100) (highest) for each Entry. The top five (5) Entries (with the most points) shall be deemed the potential Grand Prize winners (subject to verification, including verification of age).

 

Each eligible Entry will be judged based on the following criteria:

  • Content: 0 – 25 points: Did the video contain a commercial or “sales pitch” mentioning at least one reason the Koosh® ball is a great product?
  • Creativity: 0 – 25 points: Was there an unexpected or innovative use of the Koosh product?
  • Effectiveness: 0 – 25 points: Was the video engaging? Was there a wow-factor?
  • Technical Quality: 0 – 25 points: Lighting, Sounds, Editing of the video

 

An Entrant is a potential winner only if he/she has been notified by Sponsor to such effect. Sponsor’s decisions are final and binding in all respects. Sponsor is not responsible for any loss or derogation of quality of the Entry due to technological limitations or any other reason. The potential Grand Prize winners will be notified by Direct Message (or similar private communication) under which they entered on the applicable social media platform within seven (7) days of the Selection Date and will be required to execute and return required documents as detailed below. If any Prize correspondence is returned as non-deliverable, Prize may be forfeited and an alternate winner selected from the Entry(ies) with the next highest point total.   IT IS THE SOLE RESPONSIBILITY OF ENTRANT TO CONFIGURE HIS/HER SOCIAL MEDIA PRIVACY SETTINGS SO AS TO ACCEPT DIRECT MESSAGES (OR SIMILAR PRIVATE COMMUNICATIONS) FROM PLAYMONSTER’S OFFICIAL  ACCOUNT(S) ON THE APPLICABLE SOCIAL MEDIA PLATFORM(S) USED BY THE ENTRANT TO ENTER THE CONTEST.

 

  1. PRIZES: Five (5) verified Prize winner(s) will each receive a Koosh® Video Contest prize pack consisting of: One (1) 3” Koosh® Ball, One (1) Mondo Koosh® Ball, One (1) 3pk Mini Koosh® Balls, One (1) Koosh® Flingshot, One (1) Koosh® Woosh (signed by at least one current member of Dude Perfect), One (1) Koosh® Paddle Playset (signed by at least one current member of Dude Perfect), One (1) Koosh® Hoops, One (1) Koosh® Sharp Shot, and One (1) $200 Target Gift Card (subject to terms and conditions provided therewith). The ARV of each Prize is: $312.92. Winner shall be solely responsible for all actual taxes in relation to acceptance of a Prize as well as for any and all unspecified expenses in conjunction with acceptance and use of Prize. The Total ARV of all Prizes is: $1564.60

 

  1. RULES/WINNERS LIST: For a copy of these Official Rules or the Winners List, send a self-addressed, stamped envelope to: Koosh Commercial Contest – Rules and/or Winners List (please specify which), P.O. Box 70180, Milwaukee, WI  53207. All requests must be received by October 29, 2021.

 

  1. GENERAL CONDITIONS: Any attempt by the Entrant to enter more than the number of times authorized herein, using multiple names, multiple usernames/accounts on one or more social media platforms, and/or systematic entering from the same IP address, and/or any other fraudulent mechanism, as determined by the Sponsor in its sole discretion, shall give the Sponsor the right to disqualify the Entrant or Entries in Sponsor’s reasonable discretion. Automated Entries, including but not limited to, Entries submitted using any robot, crypt, macro, or other automated service are not permitted and will be disqualified. Sponsor is not responsible for lost, late, stolen, damaged, misdirected, inaccessible, corrupted, jumbled or incomplete Entries. Sponsor is not responsible for incorrect or inaccurate Entry information whether caused by Internet users, or by any of the equipment or programming associated with or utilized in the Contest, or by any technical or human error which may occur in the processing of  Entries in the Contest, the announcement or notification of the Prize winners, or in any Contest-related materials. Sponsor is not responsible for any operation of any social media platform (including such social media platform’s App) during the Contest Period which in any way interferes with or interrupts the Contest being offered as originally intended by Sponsor, including any technical malfunction of any computer online systems, servers, access providers, applications, computer equipment, software, failure of any email or Entry to be received on account of traffic congestion on the Internet or at any website, or any combination thereof including any injury or damage to an Entrant’s or any other person’s computer or mobile device (or any information stored thereon) related to or resulting from downloading any material related to the Contest, all of which may affect a person’s ability to participate in the Contest. The preceding includes but is not limited to any technological malfunction, failure or error affecting the operation of one or more of the  social media platforms as well as any filtering of content by  operator(s) of such social media platform(s).

 

The database clock of the social media platform used by a given entrant to enter the Contest (be it Facebook, Instagram, TikTok or Twitter, as the case may be) will be the official timekeeper for this Contest with respect to entries made on that social media platform. For purposes of this Contest, “receipt” of an Entry occurs when the applicable  social media platform’s servers record the Entry information resulting from the Entrant posting the Entry. All Entries must be received by September 7, 2021 at 11:59:59 PM CT (subject to Paragraph C above); Illegible or incomplete Entries and Entrants who do not meet the eligibility requirements are void. All Entries become the property of the Sponsor and will not be returned.  Entrants who do not follow all of the instructions, provide all of the required information in their Entry, or abide by these Official Rules or other instructions of the Sponsor will be disqualified.

 

  1. PRIVACY INFORMATION: Regarding the use of personal information collected in connection with this Contest, please see Sponsor’s privacy policy located at

https://www.playmonster.com/privacy-policy.

 

  1. PRIZE WINNER RESPONSIBILITIES: The Prize will be awarded in the name of the Entrant. In the event a potential Prize winner is under the age of majority in his or her jurisdiction of residence, the Prize will be awarded in the name of the Entrant’s parent or legal guardian. For avoidance of doubt, anyone besides the Entrant who may appear in a video with Entrant will not receive a Prize. Sponsor’s sole obligation to award the Prize is solely to provide it to the Entrant. By accepting a Prize, winner acknowledges and agrees to comply with these Official Rules, which are final and binding and Prize is non-transferable. Sponsor reserves the right to award Prize via multiple shipments. No substitution of Prize is offered, except at the sole discretion of the Sponsor. Prize is not redeemable or exchangeable for cash. Prizes will only be awarded to addresses within the United States. Winner will be solely responsible for all applicable federal, state, and local taxes connected with receipt of Prize, the use and enjoyment of Prize, or any other connection with this Contest, unless otherwise required by law or unless this requirement is waived in writing by an authorized representative of Sponsor, in its sole discretion. The potential Prize winner will be required to complete, sign and return a notarized Affidavit/Declaration of Eligibility/Liability Release, and, where lawful, a Publicity Release within seven (7) business days of attempted notification or Prize may be forfeited. The aforementioned winner document will include a confirmation of winner’s grant of rights in the video to Sponsor.  A potential Prize winner’s failure to return all required forms in this seven (7) day time period or to comply with any other provision herein, may result in the potential Grand Prize winner being disqualified and an alternate potential Grand Prize winner may be selected at Sponsor’s sole discretion.

 

  1. RELEASES: The Contest Entities, the operators of the social media platforms , Target Brands, Inc. and any and all Internet server(s) and access provider(s), and each of their respective affiliates, subsidiaries, parent corporations, retailers and advertising and promotion agencies, and all of their officers, directors, shareholders, employees and agents, (collectively, “Releasees”) are not responsible for: any incorrect or inaccurate Entry information; human errors; technical malfunctions; failures, omissions, interruptions, deletions or defects of any telephone network, computer online systems, computer equipment, servers, providers, or software, including without limitation any injury or damage to participant’s or any other person’s computer or mobile device (or information stored thereon)  relating to or resulting from participation in the Contest; any injuries, liability, losses and damages of any kind resulting from participant’s participation in the Contest (including while performing in or editing the video) or any violation of these rules by them, and/or use or misuse of the Prize, including without limitation, personal injury, death and property damage; inability to access the social media platform website or App; theft, tampering, destruction, or unauthorized access to, or alteration of, Entries; data that is processed late or incorrectly or is incomplete or lost due to telephone, computer or electronic malfunction or traffic congestion on telephone lines or the Internet or any website or application for any other reason whatsoever; typographical, printing or other errors; any mail/email requests (as appropriate) which are late, lost, incomplete, misdirected, stolen, mutilated, illegible, undeliverable or postage due, or any combination thereof. Proof of attempting to submit an Entry is not considered proof of delivery or receipt. Illegible, incomplete and Entries in excess of the limits stated above will be disqualified. All Entries become the property of the Sponsor and will not be acknowledged or returned. False, fraudulent or deceptive Entries or acts shall render Entrants ineligible; this includes any misstatement or misrepresentation made in Entrant’s video regarding the Koosh® Product. By entering the Contest, Entrants affirm that they have read and accepted these Official Rules.

 

  1. GOVERNING LAW/LIMITATION OF LIABILITY: All issues and questions concerning the construction, validity, interpretation and enforceability of these Official Rules, or the rights and obligations of the Entrants and Releasees in connection with the Contest will be governed by and construed in accordance with the internal laws of the State of Wisconsin without giving effect to any choice of law or conflict of law rules or provisions which would cause the application of the laws of any jurisdiction other than the State of Wisconsin. By entering, participants consent to the jurisdiction and venue of the state and local courts for Rock County, Wisconsin and the U.S. District Court for the Western District of Wisconsin in Madison, Wisconsin and waive the right to have disputes arising out of the subject matter hereof adjudicated in any other forum.

 

As a condition of participating, participants agree (and agree to confirm in writing), to the extent permitted by law: (a) that under no circumstances will participant be permitted to obtain awards for, and participant hereby waives all rights to claim, punitive, incidental, consequential, or any other damages, other than for actual out-of-pocket expenses (if any); (b) all causes of action arising out of or connected with this Contest, or any Prize awarded, shall be resolved individually, without resort to any form of class action; (c) any and all claims, judgments, and awards shall be limited to actual out-of-pocket costs incurred (if any) but in no event will attorneys’ fees be awarded or recoverable and (d) Entrant irrevocably waives any right to seek injunctive or equitable relief. Some jurisdictions to not allow the limitations or exclusion of liability, so the above may not apply to you.

 

  1. FORCE MAJEURE: Releasees shall not be liable to winners or any other person for failure to supply a Prize or any part thereof, by reason of any acts of God, pandemic/epidemic, any action(s), regulations(s), order(s) or request(s) by any governmental entity, equipment failure, terrorist acts, earthquake, war, fire, flood, explosion, unusually severe weather, hurricane, embargo, labor dispute or strike (whether legal or illegal), labor or material shortage, transportation interruption, work slow-down, civil disturbance, riot, network or computer problems, Internet problems, hacking, computer viruses, unauthorized computer access, tampering or any other cause beyond Sponsor’s sole control.

 

  1. GENERAL: Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel, modify or suspend this Contest should fraud, viruses, bugs, or other causes beyond the control of Sponsor corrupt the administration, security or proper operation of the Contest. In the event of cancellation/modification/suspension, Sponsor will award the Prizes from among all eligible, non-suspect Entries received prior to cancellation modification/suspension of the Contest or otherwise in a manner of Sponsor’s sole choosing which is fair, appropriate and consistent with these Official Rules. If such cancellation, modification or suspension occurs, notification will be posted on Sponsor’s official account on all social media platforms as well as on www.playmonster.com. Releasees are not responsible for the actions of Entrants in connection with the Contest, including Entrants’ attempts to circumvent the Official Rules or otherwise interfere with the administration, security, fairness or proper conduct of the Contest. Entrants or winners will be disqualified by Sponsor, in its sole discretion, for any attempt to cheat or tamper with any aspect of the Contest to act in a non-sportsmanlike or disruptive manner, to threaten, abuse or harass any other person, or to circumvent these Official Rules. ANY ATTEMPT BY AN ENTRANT OR ANY OTHER INDIVIDUAL TO DAMAGE ANY WEBSITE OR UNDERMINE THE LEGITIMATE OPERATION OF THE CONTEST IS A VIOLATION OF CRIMINAL AND/OR CIVIL LAWS AND, SHOULD SUCH AN ATTEMPT BE MADE, THE SPONSOR RESERVES THE RIGHT TO SEEK DAMAGES AND OTHER REMEDIES FROM ANY SUCH PERSON TO THE FULLEST EXTENT PERMITTED BY LAW (IN ADDITION TO DISQUALIFICATION FROM THE CONTEST, IF APPLICABLE).

 

In the event a dispute regarding the identity of the individual who actually submitted an Entry cannot be resolved to Sponsor’s satisfaction, the affected Entry will be deemed ineligible. Releasees are not responsible for electronic communications that are undeliverable as a result of any active or passive filtering of any kind or insufficient space in Entrant’s social media account to receive direct messages (or other private communications).

 

  1. NOTE: Entry must be made by the Entrant only as detailed herein. Entries made by any other individual or any entity, and/or originating at any other website or email address, including, but not limited to, commercial sweepstakes subscription notification and/or entering service sites, will be declared invalid and disqualified for this Contest. Entries made on social media platforms other than Facebook, Instagram, TikTok and Twitter will be declared invalid and disqualified for this Contest.  The use of any device or software to automate the entry process is prohibited.

 

  1. MISCELLANEOUS: If any provision of the Official Rules or the application of any such provision to any person or circumstance shall be declared to be invalid, unenforceable or void by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not have the effect of invalidating or voiding the remainder of the Official Rules, it being the intent and agreement of the parties that the Official Rules shall be deemed amended by modifying such provision to the extent necessary to render it valid, legal and enforceable while preserving its intent or, if such modification is not possible, by substituting therefore another provision that is valid, legal and enforceable so as to give effect to Sponsor’s intent.  Sponsor’s failure to enforce any term of these Official Rules will not constitute a waiver of that provision. Entrants agree to waive any rights to claim ambiguity of these Official Rules. In the event there is a discrepancy or inconsistency between disclosures or other statements contained in any Contest-related materials, privacy policy or terms of use, and/or the terms and conditions of the Official Rules, the Official Rules shall prevail, and the discrepancy will be resolved in Sponsor’s sole and absolute discretion.

 

  1. PUBLICITY: By participating in the Contest, Entrants automatically confer on Sponsor an irrevocable, non-exclusive, perpetual, royalty-free worldwide, fully paid-up, assignable license to use his or her name, photograph, likeness, statements, biographical information, voice, voice likeness, city and state address, and to use, reproduce, display, modify and create derivative works of all or any portion of the video Entry for advertising, publicity and promotional purposes in all media, including, without limitation, on air and within playmonster.com as well as on Sponsor’s social media accounts in perpetuity, without further notice, approval, or any compensation (except to the extent prohibited by law) and agree to execute specific consent to such use upon request. Entrant further agrees, upon Sponsor’s request and without compensation, to use best efforts to assist Sponsor in obtaining a similar grant of rights from other persons included in his/her video, if applicable.

 

  1. SPONSOR: PlayMonster LLC, 1400 E. Inman Parkway, Beloit, WI, 53511

 

The Contest is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by or associated with Hasbro, Inc., OddzOn, Inc., Target Brands, Inc., or Dude Perfect, LLC.

 

© PlayMonster LLC. All Rights Reserved. Koosh® is a registered trademark of Hasbro, Inc. Used under license.

 

 

 

 

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PLAYMONSTER DEBUTS NEW INNOVATION WITH SPIROGRAPH® ANIMATOR

Iconic Spirograph® Brand Captivates Young Creators with Animated Art!

BELOIT, Wis. (July 20, 2021) – PlayMonster proudly announces the launch of Spirograph®  Animator, an innovative addition to the PlayMonster Arts & Crafts portfolio under license from Hasbro, which allows creators to spin their art to life using the power of light and motion. For over 50 years, Spirograph® has been celebrated as a classic way to create endless amazing designs, and now the Spirograph® Animator will inspire a new generation of creators who are growing up with technology at their fingertips. From age 8 to 108, artists of all ages can design magnificent masterpieces and bring them to life with the new Spirograph® Animator. The Spirograph® Animator is already wowing retailers and consumers, receiving recognition as a Games Category finalist in the American Specialty Toy Retailing Association (ASTRA) 2021 Best Toys for Kids list.

The Spirograph® Animator features iconic gears like the original, but the addition of spinning and lights creates a memorizing 3D effect and “wow” factor that brings designs to the next level. This deluxe studio set features bonus built-in storage and comes with 6 gears and 5 markers.  

“A whole generation of children grew up creating with Spirograph® and fondly remember the joy they felt making their own intricate designs,” said Lisa Wuennemann, Associate Vice President of Marketing at PlayMonster. “PlayMonster is proud to introduce the brand to a whole new cohort of children, in a way that’s engaging and new, with the Spirograph® Animator. This product innovation is yet another way that PlayMonster is bringing a fresh approach to universal, classic play.”

The Original Spirograph® has already developed a cult-following across social media with over 100k users showcasing their unique creations. The Spirograph® Animator is available for purchase on Amazon.com and will be coming soon to retailers everywhere.

 

About PlayMonster

PlayMonster, a leading international toy and game company, believes in the power of play to make a positive difference in people’s lives, and strives to keep play alive for all ages by delivering great play value through designing, manufacturing and marketing innovative and fun toys, games and activities. PlayMonster’s diversified portfolio includes popular brands and products such as “TOTY Game of the Year” Yeti in My Spaghetti®, plus THINGS…®, 5 Second Rule®, Relative Insanity®, Farkle, SET®, Five Crowns®,  Spirograph®, Colorforms, My Fairy Garden®, Face Paintoos™, Fashion Plates®, Y’Art®, Latchkits®, and Snap Ships®.

 

About Hasbro

Hasbro (NASDAQ: HAS) is a global play and entertainment company committed to making the world a  better place for all children, fans and families. Hasbro delivers immersive brand experiences for global  audiences through consumer products, including toys and games; entertainment through eOne, its  independent studio; and gaming, led by the team at Wizards of the Coast, an award-winning developer  of tabletop and digital games best known for fantasy franchises MAGIC: THE GATHERING and  DUNGEONS & DRAGONS. The company’s unparalleled portfolio of approximately 1,500 brands includes  MAGIC: THE GATHERING, NERF, MY LITTLE PONY, TRANSFORMERS, PLAY-DOH, MONOPOLY, BABY ALIVE,  DUNGEONS & DRAGONS, POWER RANGERS, PEPPA PIG and PJ MASKS, as well as premier partner  brands. For the past decade, Hasbro has been consistently recognized for its corporate citizenship,  including being named one of the 100 Best Corporate Citizens by 3BL Media and one of the World’s  Most Ethical Companies by Ethisphere Institute. Important business and brand updates are routinely  shared on our Investor Relations website, Newsroom and social channels (@Hasbro on Twitter, Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn.)

© 2021 Hasbro, Inc. All Rights Reserved.

 

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For More Information, Please Contact:                                              

Lisa Wuennemann                                          Sierra Percy-Beauregard
PlayMonster LLC                                             ChizComm (on behalf of PlayMonster)
(800) 524-4263 x1275                                     (416) 659-5807
lisaw@playmonster.com                               spercy-beauregard@chizcomm.com

 

 

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Science4you EXPLOSIVE Science Kaboom Sweepstakes

Official Rules FINAL
NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE OR PAYMENT DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCE OF WINNING. INTERNET CONNECTION IS REQUIRED TO ENTER. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.

1. Sweepstakes Description: THE “SCIENCE4YOU EXPLOSIVE SCIENCE KABOOM SWEEPSTAKES” (THE “SWEEPSTAKES”) IS GOVERNED BY THESE OFFICIAL RULES AND PROMOTES THE SCIENCE4YOU LINE OF ACTIVITIES (THE “ACTIVITIES”). TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ACTIVITIES FOR FREE, VISIT WWW.PLAYMONSTER.COM.

2. Eligibility: The Sweepstakes is only open to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States of America and the District of Columbia, sixteen (16) years of age or older at the time of entry (the “Entrant”). An individual under the age of majority in his/her jurisdiction of legal residence, which is generally eighteen (18) years of age (a “Minor”) should have his or her parent’s or legal guardian’s permission before participating in the Sweepstakes. In all cases, where a Minor is an Entrant or Prize winner, Entrant/Prize winner/You/Your refers to such Minor and the Minor’s parent or legal guardian acting on his/her behalf.
Employees of PlayMonster LLC (“Sponsor”), and its parents, affiliates, subsidiaries, agents, advertising and promotion agencies, and suppliers, (collectively, the “Sweepstakes Entities”), and immediate family members and/or those living in the same household of such individuals are not eligible to participate in the Sweepstakes. The Sweepstakes is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.
3. Agreement to Rules: By participating in the Sweepstakes, the Entrant or “You” agree to be fully and unconditionally bound by these Official Rules and You represent and warrant that You meet the eligibility requirements. In addition, You agree to accept the decisions of Sponsor as final and binding as it relates to the Sweepstakes in all respects. By holding an account with Instagram, You are bound by its terms and conditions. Sponsor is responsible for the collection, submission, or processing of Entries and the overall administration of the Sweepstakes. Entrants should look solely to Sponsor with any questions, comments or problems related to the Sweepstakes. Sponsor may be reached by messages to its official Instagram page: Instagram.com/PlayMonsterFun.
4. Sweepstakes Period: The Sweepstakes starts at 12:00:00 PM Pacific Time (PT) on July 20, 2021 and ends at 11:59:59 PM PT on July 27, 2021 (the “Sweepstakes Period”).

5. How to Enter: During the Sweepstakes Period, eligible Entrants can enter the Sweepstakes online-only by accessing the Sweepstakes post at Instagram.com/playmonsterfuncraftandactivities (the “Sweepstakes Post”). Entrants must tag one (1) friend/family member who they consider their “best summer adventure buddy” in the comments, like the Sweepstakes Post and follow @PlayMonsterFunCraftandActivities on Instagram to be eligible to win.

If participating via mobile device, You understand and agree that wireless Internet access and other charges may apply. You are advised to review your wireless carrier’s rate plan BEFORE participating in the Sweepstakes via mobile device. Wireless Internet access is not available in all areas and not all mobile devices allow for wireless Internet access or are compatible with the Instagram app.

By successfully completing the foregoing, and subject to the limitations detailed herein, you will receive one (1) Entry into the Sweepstakes. Automated or robotic entries submitted by individuals or organizations will be disqualified. Internet entry must be made by the Entrant. Sponsor may remove and disqualify any Entries it deems in its sole and absolute discretion to contain obscene, profane, or questionable material or content. Final eligibility for the award of any Prize is subject to eligibility verification as set forth below. Sponsor’s database clock will be the official timekeeper for this Sweepstakes. You are advised to secure the consent of any friend/family member prior to tagging them in your Entry. Limit: There is a limit of one (1) Entry per person per day during the Sweepstakes Period. For the avoidance of doubt, a person may be included in another Entrant’s Entry as a tagged friend/family member and still submit his/her own Entry without violating the preceding entry limit.
6. Prizes: One (1) Grand Prize winner will receive one (1) Science4you EXPLOSIVE Science Kaboom kit. The ARV of the Prize is $24.99 USD.
7. Odds: The odds of winning depend on the number of eligible Entries received.
8. Winner Selection and Notification: At the completion of the Sweepstakes Period, on or about July 28, 2021, Sponsor (or its designee) will select one (1) potential winner in a random drawing from among all eligible Entries received during the Sweepstakes Period. In the event a potential Prize winner is under the age of majority in his or her jurisdiction of residence, the Prize will be awarded in the name of the Entrant’s parent or legal guardian. Winner is subject to verification, including verification of age. Sponsor’s decisions are final and binding in all respects. The potential Prize winner will be notified on or about July 28, 2021, via direct message on Instagram at the social handle contained in the Entry from @PlayMonsterCraftandActivities. Sponsor shall have no liability for potential winner’s failure to receive notification for any reason, including spam, junk e-mail or security settings, or any other technical difficulty, or incorrect or otherwise non-functioning contact information or failure to adequately monitor Instagram. If a potential winner cannot be contacted, is ineligible, or fails to claim the Prize by 11:59:59 PM PT on August 4, 2021, the Prize may be forfeited and an alternate potential winner may be selected from remaining eligible Entries. Receipt by winner of the Prize offered in this Sweepstakes is conditioned upon acceptance of these Official Rules and upon compliance with any and all federal, state, and local laws and regulations. ANY VIOLATION OF THESE OFFICIAL RULES BY WINNER (AT SPONSOR’S SOLE DISCRETION) WILL RESULT IN WINNER’S DISQUALIFICATION AND FORFEITURE OF PRIZE.
9. Prize Winner Responsibilities: The Prize will be awarded in the name of the Entrant. In the event a potential Prize winner is under the age of majority in his or her jurisdiction of residence, the Prize will be awarded in the name of the Entrant’s parent or legal guardian. For avoidance of doubt, Prize will only be awarded to the Entrant or Entrant’s parent or legal guardian and a friend/family member tagged in the Entry will not receive a Prize. Entrant is responsible for all paperwork, taxes, and responsibilities related to the receipt of the Prize. By accepting a prize winner acknowledges and agrees to compliance with these Official Rules, which are final and binding. Winner acknowledges that decisions of Sponsor and its agencies, with respect to all aspects of the Sweepstakes, are final. No cash or other Prize substitution shall be permitted except at Sponsor’s sole discretion. The Prize is non-transferable. Sponsor reserves the right in its sole and absolute discretion to award a substitute prize of equal or greater value if the Prize described in these Official Rules is unavailable or cannot be awarded, in whole or in part, for any reason. The ARV of the Prize represents Sponsor’s good faith determination. That determination is final and binding and cannot be appealed. If the actual value of the Prize turns out to be less than the stated ARV, the difference will not be awarded in cash. Restrictions, conditions, and limitations may apply. Sponsor will not replace any lost or stolen Prize items. Unclaimed Prizes may not be awarded. This Sweepstakes is open to legal residents of the United States of America/DC and Prize will only be awarded and/or delivered to an address within said locations. Winner will be solely responsible for all applicable federal, state, and local taxes connected with receipt of Prize, the use and enjoyment of Prize, or any other connection with this Sweepstakes unless otherwise required by law or unless this requirement is waived in writing by an authorized representative of Sponsor, in its sole discretion.
10. Publicity: By participating in the Sweepstakes, Entrants automatically confer on Sponsor an irrevocable, non-exclusive, perpetual, royalty-free worldwide, fully paid-up, assignable license to use his or her name, photograph, likeness, statements, Instagram profile/handle, biographical information, city and state address for advertising, publicity and promotional purposes in all media, including, without limitation, in perpetuity, without further notice, approval, attribution, or any compensation (except to the extent prohibited by law) and agree to execute specific consent to such use upon request.
11. Terms & Conditions: Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify, or suspend the Sweepstakes should virus, bug, non-authorized human intervention, fraud, or other cause beyond Sponsor control corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, or proper conduct of the Sweepstakes. In such case, Sponsor may select the potential winner from all eligible Entries received prior to and/or after (if appropriate) the action taken by Sponsor. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to disqualify any individual who tampers or attempts to tamper with the entry process or the operation of the Sweepstakes or violates these Official Rules. Any attempt by an entrant to deliberately damage any website or undermine the legitimate operation of the Sweepstakes may be a violation of criminal and civil laws. Should such attempt be made, Sponsor reserves the right to seek damages to the fullest extent permitted by law.
12. Limitation of Liability: By submitting an entry, You waive any privacy expectations that You might have with respect to the Entry or any personal information provided. By participating, participants agree (and agree to confirm in writing) to the extent permitted by law to release and hold harmless Sponsor, the Sweepstakes Entities, Instagram, and any and all Internet server(s) and access provider(s) and their subsidiaries, affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, partners, representatives, agents, successors, assigns, employees, officers, and directors, (collectively the “Released Parties”) from any liability, illness, injury, death, loss, litigation, claim, or damage that may occur, directly or indirectly, whether caused by negligence or not, from: (i) such participation in the Sweepstakes and/or acceptance, possession, use, or misuse of any prize or any portion thereof; (ii) technical failures of any kind, including but not limited to the malfunction of any computer, cable, network, hardware, or software, or other mechanical equipment; (iii) the unavailability or inaccessibility of any transmissions, telephone, or Internet service; (iv) unauthorized human intervention in any part of the entry process or the Sweepstakes; (v) electronic or human error in the administration of the Sweepstakes or the processing of Entries. Proof of attempting to submit an Entry is not considered proof of delivery or receipt. Entries will not be acknowledged or returned and become the sole and exclusive property of Sponsor.
13. Disputes: THIS SWEEPSTAKES IS GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF WISCONSIN WITHOUT RESPECT TO CONFLICT OF LAW DOCTRINES. As a condition of participating in this Sweepstakes, You agree (and agree to confirm in writing) that any and all disputes that cannot be resolved between the parties, and causes of action arising out of or connected with this Sweepstakes, shall be resolved individually, without resort to any form of class action, exclusively before a court located in Rock County, Wisconsin having jurisdiction. Further, in any such dispute, under no circumstances shall You be permitted to obtain awards for, and You hereby waive all rights to, punitive, incidental, or consequential damages, including reasonable attorney’s fees, other than Your actual out-of-pocket expenses (i.e. costs associated with entering this Sweepstakes or being tagged in an Entry). You further waive all rights to injunctive relief and have damages multiplied or increased. Some jurisdictions do not allow the limitations or exclusion of liability, so the above may not apply to You.
14. Miscellaneous: If any provision of the Official Rules or the application of any such provision to any person or circumstance shall be declared to be invalid, unenforceable or void by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not have the effect of invalidating or voiding the remainder of the Official Rules, it being the intent and agreement of the parties that the Official Rules shall be deemed amended by modifying such provision to the extent necessary to render it valid, legal and enforceable while preserving its intent or, if such modification is not possible, by substituting therefore another provision that is valid, legal and enforceable so as to give effect to Sponsor’s intent. Sponsor’s failure to enforce any term of these Official Rules will not constitute a waiver of that provision. Entrants agree to waive any rights to claim ambiguity of these Official Rules. In the event there is a discrepancy or inconsistency between disclosures or other statements contained in any Sweepstakes-related materials, privacy policy or terms of use, and/or the terms and conditions of the Official Rules, the Official Rules shall prevail, and the discrepancy will be resolved in Sponsor’s sole and absolute discretion.
15. Sponsor /Social Platform Disclaimer: The Sweepstakes is sponsored by PlayMonster LLC, 1400 E. Inman Parkway, Beloit, WI 53511. You understand that You are providing your information to the Sponsor (with use subject to the privacy policy found at: https://www.playmonster.com/privacy-policy/) and not to Instagram. By participating via Instagram, You are also subject to Instagram’s data policy and terms of use which may be found at https://help.instagram.com/519522125107875.

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PLAYMONSTER TEAMS UP WITH DISNEY TO ADD THEIR LOVABLE CHARACTERS TO POPULAR ACTIVITY AND GAME LINES

Disney

Excited to Collaborate with Disney, PlayMonster Announces New Products

 

BELOIT, Wis. (July 7, 2021) — PlayMonster is focusing on expanding its product lines and categories, and with that, it has collaborated with Disney to extend its 5 Second Rule®, Ring It On™ and Colorforms® lines with popular Disney and Pixar characters.

The best-selling 5 Second Rule® brand will get a sprinkling of Tinker Bell’s pixie dust with the 5 Second Rule Disney Edition! It seems like it would be easy to name three Disney dogs–but can you do it under the pressure of 5 seconds twisting down, and with the other players staring at you? You have to be quick, so just say whatever comes to mind and risk silly answers slipping out…because that would be funny, and we all like to laugh! It’s all in good fun with this fast-paced game where you have to Think Fast and Shout it Out!™ Cards will feature topics that multiple generations within the family can enjoy together! For 3 to 6 players, ages 6 to adult.

Ring It On! Disney Edition challenges players to race to find matches for cards by setting down and picking up cards quickly. You never know when another player will discard a card you need! When you complete a four-of-a-kind with your favorite Disney character including Disney Mickey Mouse, Disney Minnie Mouse, Olaf and more, ring that bell to let everyone know! It’s great fun for families to play again and again! For 2 to 4 players, ages 6 and up.

In addition to celebrating Colorforms 70th anniversary with a special edition, PlayMonster will be adding titles for Disney and Pixar’s Toy Story, Disney’s Frozen, Minnie Mouse and Mickey Mouse & Minnie Mouse in retro form.  With over 50 repositionable vinyl pieces per set, Colorforms’ allows kids to craft adventures for imaginative play all day. For ages 3 and up.

“We’re so thrilled to collaborate with Disney on our classic games like 5 Second Rule and Colorforms as well as exciting new games like Ring It On” said Hollie Holmes, Global Head of Licensing at PlayMonster. “We could not be more pleased about the continued growth of our strong licensing programs that impact business in a meaningful way.”

About PlayMonster LLC

PlayMonster, a leading international toy and game company, believes in the power of play to make a positive difference in people’s lives, and strives to keep play alive for all ages by delivering great play value through designing, manufacturing and marketing innovative and fun toys, games and activities. PlayMonster’s diversified portfolio includes popular brands and products such as “TOTY Game of the Year” Yeti in My Spaghetti®, plus The Game of THINGS…®, 5 Second Rule®, Relative Insanity®, Farkle, SET®, Five Crowns®,  Spirograph®, Colorforms®, My Fairy Garden®, Face Paintoos™, Fashion Plates®, Y’Art®, Latchkits®, and Snap Ships™.

 

About Colorforms

With over one billion sets sold throughout the past 60+ years, Colorforms® is one of the oldest and best-known toy brands. Colorforms® vinyl re-stickable playsets provide safe, creative, open-ended and imaginative play, and have been trusted by generations of parents and grandparents. What began as basic shapes of squares, triangles and circles, and has evolved, incorporating relevant licensed characters and other innovations that engage kids and encourage storytelling.  Colorforms® was one of the first plastic-based creative toys, and one of the first toys ever advertised on television. Named one of Time Magazine’s Top 100 Toys of all time, Colorforms® re-stickable sets provide hours of creative and imaginative play.

 

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For More Information, Please Contact:                                              

Lisa Wuennemann                                          Sierra Percy-Beauregard
PlayMonster LLC                                             ChizComm (on behalf of PlayMonster)
(800) 524-4263 x1275                                     (416) 659-5807
lisaw@playmonster.com                               spercy-beauregard@chizcomm.com

 

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PLAYMONSTER ANNOUNCES SCHITT’S CREEK EDITION OF TOP-SELLING PARTY GAME, THINGS…!

Schitts

BELOIT, Wis. (July 2, 2021) — Fans won’t be able to contain their excitement (“Stop doing that with your face”) as the record-setting Emmy award-winning TV Show, Schitt’s Creek, distributed and licensed by ITV Studios, partners with PlayMonster’s Game of THINGS…, the hilarious, best-selling party game. The combination of the game’s humor and the show’s wit and fundamental warmth will allow fans to connect with the beloved characters.

THINGS… has sold over 4 million copies since first introduced to the market. The hilarious, easy-to-play, party game presents players with provocative topics such as “THINGS… you wouldn’t do for a million dollars.” Players each write funny responses and then take turns guessing who said what. In this Special Edition, all the topics revolve around both the town of Schitt’s Creek and its’ loveable cast of compelling characters. It includes topics like: “THINGS… that are A Little Bit Alexis”, THINGS… the Schitts and the Roses have in common.” and “THINGS… that probably shouldn’t be on your town’s ‘Welcome’ sign”. There are no right or wrong answers. Just a lot of laughs. It’s almost like you’re a writer on the show.

“The hilarity and sarcasm of the Schitt’s Creek characters invites fans to relate on many different levels,” said Scott Flynn, VP Sales & Marketing at PlayMonster. “Paired with the game of THINGS…, this special edition gives fans a fun, unique way to engage and play, all while referencing their favorite show!

THINGS… Schitt’s Creek Edition includes 200 topic cards, a response pad and sticker sheet, and is for 4 or more players, between ages 14 – Adult. It will be available for purchase for $19.99 exclusively at Target on August 15, 2021, and will be available everywhere else on October 1, 2021.

 

About PlayMonster

PlayMonster, a leading international toy and game company, believes in the power of play to make a positive difference in people’s lives, and strives to keep play alive for all ages by delivering great play value through designing, manufacturing and marketing innovative and fun toys, games and activities. PlayMonster’s diversified portfolio includes popular brands and products such as Koosh™, “TOTY Game of the Year” Yeti in My Spaghetti®, plus THINGS…®, 5 Second Rule®, Relative Insanity®, Farkle, SET®, Five Crowns®, Spirograph®, Colorforms, My Fairy Garden®, Face Paintoos™, Fashion Plates®, Latchkits®, and Snap Ships®.

 

About ITV Studios

ITV Studios is a creator, producer and distributor of world-leading programs that people can’t get enough of. We connect millions of people every day and shape and reflect the world they live in. We are More Than TV. The ITV Studios Brand & Licensing division is responsible for all global commercial activities including sponsorship, brand licensing, consumer products, gaming and live events. It represents a diverse portfolio including formats, scripted, game shows and kids, which offer a wide range of commercial opportunities. Key brands include The Voice, Hell’s Kitchen, Love Island, I’m A Celebrity… Get Me Out of Here, The Chase, Schitt’s Creek, Come Dine With Me and The Bodyguard.

 

About QUINN & SHERRY, INC.

Quinn & Sherry, Inc., (Q&S) is an award winning, game design company that will go to extraordinary lengths to make people laugh. Q&S are the Creators of the THINGS… brand of party games including the “Original”, “Anniversary Edition”, “Expansion Pack #1”, “Nasty THINGS…” and recently the mobile APP.

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For More Information, Please Contact:  

Corporate:                                                                                         PR Contacts
PlayMonster LLC                                                                              PlayWise Partners
Lisa Wiennemann                                                                            Rachel Griffin + Sheena Stephens
(800) 524-4263                                                                                  310-871-3919
lisa.wuennemann@playmonster.com                                            PlayMonster@playwisepartners.com

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PLAYMONSTER ANNOUNCES THE ACQUISITION OF ANN WILLIAMS GROUP

Pm Aw Lockup 2021

Brands Including Craft-tastic, Loopdedoo, Loopdeloom, Craft Crush, and Sticker & Chill Join PlayMonster’s Lineup, Further Expanding Its Successful Craft and Activities Portfolio

 

BELOIT, Wis. (June 23, 2021) Today, leading international toy and game company PlayMonster LLC announced the acquisition of the Michigan-based Ann Williams Group, a leading manufacturer of award-winning, innovative craft and activity kits for all ages. With wide distribution across key mass retailers, including Target, Nordstrom, Michaels, plus specialty and independent retail channels, Ann Williams has sold millions of kits to generations of inspired makers worldwide.

The addition of the Ann Williams business further scales PlayMonster’s footprint in the growing craft and activity toy industry category, complementing current activity brands including Spirograph, Colorforms, Latchkits, Face Paintoos, and more.

“The innovation, quality, and attention to detail of Ann Williams’ beautiful products are outstanding and best-in-class within the category,” said Bob Wann, CEO of PlayMonster. “They deliver a wonderful play experience that aligns perfectly with our vision at PlayMonster and demonstrates a nice synergy with our growth following the successful integration of Kahootz over the last year.”

Brands that will join the PlayMonster lineup as part of the acquisition include Craft-tastic®, Loopdedoo®, Craft Crush®, Loopdeloom®, and Sticker & Chill™. From learning to sew or creating room décor to making jewelry and much more, each line invites craft and activities fans of all ages to explore new creative possibilities, learn new skills and express themselves in new and magical ways.

“We’ve been inspiring creativity with innovative craft and activity kits for more than 12 years, driven by the core belief that hands-on activities and creative play are one of the best gifts you can give a child,” said Sheila Wright, Founder and President of Ann Williams Group. “The joy of the experience is so much more than just an activity, and we see those same shared values in all that the PlayMonster team does. We are delighted to become part of the PlayMonster family, continuing to share the magic and possibility of our brands with people everywhere.”

For more information on either PlayMonster or Ann Williams Group, please visit: playmonster.com and annwilliamsgroup.com

About PlayMonster

PlayMonster, a leading international toy and game company, believes in the power of play to make a positive difference in people’s lives and strives to keep play alive for all ages by delivering great play value through designing, manufacturing, and marketing innovative and fun toys, games and activities.  PlayMonster’s diversified portfolio includes popular brands and products such as “TOTY Game of the Year” Yeti in My Spaghetti®, plus THINGS…®, 5 Second Rule®, Relative Insanity®, Farkle, SET®, Five Crowns®,  Spirograph®, Colorforms, My Fairy Garden®, Face Paintoos™, Fashion Plates®, Latchkits®, and Snap Ships®.  For more information, visit https://www.playmonster.com.

 

 

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For More Information, Please Contact: 

 

Lisa Wuennemann

PlayMonster LLC

(800) 524-4263

lisa.wuennemann@playmonster.com

 

Talya Gaborieau

ChizComm (on behalf of PlayMonster)

(416) 551-0822

tgaborieau@chizcomm.com

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@PlayMonsterFunGames “Utter Nonsense® Father’s Day Sweepstakes”

Official Rules

 

NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE OR PAYMENT DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCE OF WINNING. INTERNET CONNECTION IS REQUIRED TO ENTER. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.

 

  1. Sweepstakes Description: THE @PlayMonsterFUNGAMES “UTTER NONSENSE® FATHER’S DAY SWEEPSTAKES” (THE “SWEEPSTAKES”) IS GOVERNED BY THESE OFFICIAL RULES AND PROMOTES THE “UTTER NONSENSE® GAME (THE “GAME”). TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE GAME FOR FREE, VISIT WWW.PLAYMONSTER.COM.

 

  1. Eligibility: The Sweepstakes is only open to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States of America and the District of Columbia, sixteen (16) years of age or older at the time of entry (the “Entrant”). An individual under the age of majority in his/her jurisdiction of legal residence, which is generally eighteen (18) years of age (a “Minor”) should have his or her parent’s or legal guardian’s permission before participating in the Sweepstakes. In all cases, where a Minor is an Entrant or Prize winner, Entrant/Prize winner/You/Your refers to such Minor and the Minor’s parent or legal guardian acting on his/her behalf.

Employees of PlayMonster LLC (“Sponsor”), and its parents, affiliates, subsidiaries, advertising and promotion agencies, and suppliers, (collectively, the “Sweepstakes Entities”), and immediate family members and/or those living in the same household of such individuals are not eligible to participate in the Sweepstakes. The Sweepstakes is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

 

  1. Agreement to Rules: By participating in the Sweepstakes, the Entrant or “You” agree to be fully and unconditionally bound by these Official Rules and You represent and warrant that You meet the eligibility requirements. In addition, You agree to accept the decisions of Sponsor as final and binding as it relates to the Sweepstakes in all respects. By holding an account with Instagram, You are bound by its terms and conditions. Sponsor is responsible for the collection, submission, or processing of Entries and the overall administration of the Sweepstakes. Entrants should look solely to Sponsor with any questions, comments or problems related to the Sweepstakes. Sponsor may be reached by messages to its Instagram page: Instagram.com/PlayMonsterFunGames.

 

  1. Sweepstakes Period: The Sweepstakes starts at 12:00:00 AM Pacific Time (PT) on June 19, 2021 and ends at 11:59:59 PM PT on June 25, 2021, (the “Sweepstakes Period”).

 

  1. How to Enter: During the Sweepstakes Period, eligible Entrants can enter the Sweepstakes online-only by accessing the Sweepstakes post at Instagram.com/PlayMonsterFunGames (the “Sweepstakes Post”). Entrant must post a simple wholesome joke or “dad joke” in the comments and follow @PlayMonsterFunGames on Instagram to be eligible to win.

If participating via mobile device, You understand and agree that wireless Internet access and other charges may apply. You are advised to review your wireless carrier’s rate plan BEFORE participating in the Sweepstakes via mobile device. Wireless Internet access is not available in all areas and not all mobile devices allow for wireless Internet access or are compatible with the Instagram app.

By successfully completing the foregoing, and subject to the limitations detailed herein, you will receive one (1) Entry into the Sweepstakes. Automated or robotic entries submitted by individuals or organizations will be disqualified. Internet entry must be made by the Entrant. Sponsor may remove and disqualify any Entries it deems in its sole and absolute discretion to contain obscene, profane, or questionable material or content.  Final eligibility for the award of any Prize is subject to eligibility verification as set forth below. Sponsor’s database clock will be the official timekeeper for this Sweepstakes. Limit: There is a limit of one (1) Entry per person per day during the Sweepstakes Period.

 

  1. Prizes: One (1) Grand Prize winner will be awarded one (1) copy of the hilarious Game of Voices and Accents – Utter Nonsense®. The ARV of the Prize is $24.99 USD.

 

  1. Odds: The odds of winning will vary and depend on the number of eligible Entries received.

 

  1. Winner Selection and Notification: At the completion of the Sweepstakes Period, on or about June 26, 2021, Sponsor (or its designee) will select one (1) potential winner in a random drawing from among all eligible Entries received during the Sweepstakes Period. Winners are subject to verification, including verification of age. Sponsor’s decisions are final and binding in all respects. The potential Prize winner will be notified on or about June 26, 2021 via direct message on Instagram at the social handle contained in the Entry from @PlayMonsterFunGames. Sponsor shall have no liability for potential winner’s failure to receive notification for any reason, including spam, junk e-mail or security settings, or any other technical difficulty, or incorrect or otherwise non-functioning contact information or failure to adequately monitor Instagram. If a potential winner cannot be contacted, is ineligible, or fails to claim the Prize by 11:59:59 PM PT on July 3, 2021, the Prize may be forfeited and an alternate potential winner may be selected from remaining eligible Entries.

 

  1. Prize Winner Responsibilities: The Prize will be awarded in the name of the Entrant. Sponsor’s sole obligation to award the prize is to provide it to the Entrant. In the event a potential Prize winner is under the age of majority in his or her jurisdiction of residence, the Prize will be awarded in the name of the Entrant’s parent or legal guardian. Entrant is responsible for all paperwork, taxes, and responsibilities related to the receipt of the Prize. By accepting a prize (or any portion thereof) winner acknowledges and agrees to compliance with these Official Rules, which are final and binding. Winner acknowledges that decisions of Sponsor and its agencies with respect to all aspects of the Sweepstakes are final. No cash or other Prize substitution shall be permitted except at Sponsor’s sole discretion. The Prize is non-transferable. Sponsor reserves the right in its sole and absolute discretion to award a substitute prize of equal or greater value if the Prize described in these Official Rules is unavailable or cannot be awarded, in whole or in part, for any reason. The ARV of the Prize represents Sponsor’s good faith determination. That determination is final and binding and cannot be appealed. If the actual value of the Prize turns out to be less than the stated ARV, the difference will not be awarded in cash. Restrictions, conditions, and limitations may apply. Sponsor will not replace any lost or stolen Prize items. Unclaimed Prizes may not be awarded. This Sweepstakes is open to legal residents of the United States of America/D.C. and a Prize will only be awarded and/or delivered to an address within said locations. Winner will be solely responsible for all applicable federal, state, and local taxes connected with receipt of Prize, the use and enjoyment of Prize, or any other connection with this Sweepstakes unless otherwise required by law or unless this requirement is waived in writing by an authorized representative of Sponsor, in its sole discretion.

 

  1. Publicity: By participating in the Sweepstakes, Entrants automatically confer on Sponsor an irrevocable, non-exclusive, perpetual, royalty-free worldwide, fully paid-up, assignable license to use his or her name, photograph, likeness, statements, Instagram profile/handle, biographical information, city and state address for advertising, publicity and promotional purposes in all media, including, without limitation, in perpetuity, without further notice, approval, attribution, or any compensation (except to the extent prohibited by law) and agree to execute specific consent to such use upon request.

 

  1. Terms & Conditions: Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify, or suspend the Sweepstakes should virus, bug, non-authorized human intervention, fraud, or other cause beyond Sponsor control corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, or proper conduct of the Sweepstakes. In such case, Sponsor may select the potential winner from all eligible Entries received prior to and/or after (if appropriate) the action taken by Sponsor. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to disqualify any individual who tampers or attempts to tamper with the entry process or the operation of the Sweepstakes or violates these Official Rules. Any attempt by an entrant to deliberately damage any website or undermine the legitimate operation of the Sweepstakes may be a violation of criminal and civil laws. Should such attempt be made, Sponsor reserves the right to seek damages to the fullest extent permitted by law.

 

  1. Limitation of Liability: By submitting an entry, You waive any privacy expectations that You might have with respect to the Entry or any personal information provided. By participating, participants agree (and agree to confirm in writing) to the extent permitted by law to release and hold harmless Sponsor, the Sweepstakes Entities, Instagram, and any and all Internet server(s) and access provider(s) and their parent companies, subsidiaries, affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, partners, representatives, agents, successors, assigns, employees, officers, and directors, (collectively the “Released Parties”) from any liability, illness, injury, death, loss, litigation, claim, or damage that may occur, directly or indirectly, whether caused by negligence or not, from: (i) such participation in the Sweepstakes and/or acceptance, possession, use, or misuse of any prize or any portion thereof; (ii) technical failures of any kind, including but not limited to the malfunction of any computer, cable, network, hardware, or software, or other mechanical equipment; (iii) the unavailability or inaccessibility of any transmissions, telephone, or Internet service; (iv) unauthorized human intervention in any part of the entry process or the Sweepstakes; (v) electronic or human error in the administration of the Sweepstakes or the processing of Entries. Proof of attempting to submit an Entry is not considered proof of delivery or receipt. Entries will not be acknowledged or returned and become the sole and exclusive property of Sponsor.

 

  1. Disputes: THIS SWEEPSTAKES IS GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF WISCONSIN WITHOUT RESPECT TO CONFLICT OF LAW DOCTRINES. As a condition of participating in this Sweepstakes, You agree (and agree to confirm in writing) that any and all disputes that cannot be resolved between the parties, and causes of action arising out of or connected with this Sweepstakes, shall be resolved individually, without resort to any form of class action, exclusively before a court located in Rock County, Wisconsin having jurisdiction. Further, in any such dispute, under no circumstances shall You be permitted to obtain awards for, and You hereby waive all rights to, punitive, incidental, or consequential damages, including reasonable attorney’s fees, other than Your actual out-of-pocket expenses (i.e. costs associated with entering this Sweepstakes or being tagged in an Entry). You further waive all rights to injunctive relief and have damages multiplied or increased. Some jurisdictions do not allow the limitations or exclusion of liability, so the above may not apply to You.

 

  1. Miscellaneous: If any provision of the Official Rules or the application of any such provision to any person or circumstance shall be declared to be invalid, unenforceable or void by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not have the effect of invalidating or voiding the remainder of the Official Rules, it being the intent and agreement of the parties that the Official Rules shall be deemed amended by modifying such provision to the extent necessary to render it valid, legal and enforceable while preserving its intent or, if such modification is not possible, by substituting therefore another provision that is valid, legal and enforceable so as to give effect to Sponsor’s intent. Sponsor’s failure to enforce any term of these Official Rules will not constitute a waiver of that provision. Entrants agree to waive any rights to claim ambiguity of these Official Rules. In the event there is a discrepancy or inconsistency between disclosures or other statements contained in any Sweepstakes-related materials, privacy policy or terms of use, and/or the terms and conditions of the Official Rules, the Official Rules shall prevail, and the discrepancy will be resolved in Sponsor’s sole and absolute discretion.

 

  1. Sponsor/Instagram Disclaimer: The Sweepstakes is sponsored by PlayMonster LLC, 1400 E. Inman Parkway, Beloit, WI 53511. You understand that You are providing your information to the Sponsor (with use subject to the privacy policy found at: https://www.playmonster.com/privacy-policy/) and not to Instagram. By participating via Instagram, You are also subject to Instagram’s data policy and terms of use which may be found at https://help.instagram.com/519522125107875.

© PlayMonster LLC. All Rights Reserved.

 

//END OFFICIAL RULES//

 

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@PlayMonsterCraftandActivities “Fashion Plates® Summer Vibes” Sweepstakes

Official Rules

 

NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE OR PAYMENT DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCE OF WINNING. INTERNET CONNECTION IS REQUIRED TO ENTER. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.

 

  1. Sweepstakes Description: THE “@PLAYMONSTERCRAFTANDACTIVITIES FASHION PLATES® SUMMER VIBES” SWEEPSTAKES (THE “SWEEPSTAKES”) IS GOVERNED BY THESE OFFICIAL RULES AND PROMOTES THE “FASHION PLATES®” ACTIVITY (THE “ACTIVITY”). TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE ACTIVITY FOR FREE, VISIT WWW.PLAYMONSTER.COM.

 

  1. Eligibility: The Sweepstakes is only open to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States of America and the District of Columbia, sixteen (16) years of age or older at the time of entry (the “Entrant”). An individual under the age of majority in his/her jurisdiction of legal residence, which is generally eighteen (18) years of age (a “Minor”) should have his or her parent’s or legal guardian’s permission before participating in the Sweepstakes. In all cases, where a Minor is an Entrant or Prize winner, Entrant/Prize winner/You/Your refers to such Minor and the Minor’s parent or legal guardian acting on his/her behalf.

 

Employees of PlayMonster LLC (“Sponsor”), and its parents, affiliates, agents, subsidiaries, advertising and promotion agencies, and suppliers, (collectively, the “Sweepstakes Entities”), and immediate family members and/or those living in the same household of such individuals are not eligible to participate in the Sweepstakes. The Sweepstakes is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

 

  1. Agreement to Rules: By participating in the Sweepstakes, the Entrant or “You” agree to be fully and unconditionally bound by these Official Rules and You represent and warrant that You meet the eligibility requirements. In addition, You agree to accept the decisions of Sponsor as final and binding as it relates to the Sweepstakes in all respects. By holding an account with Instagram, You are bound by its terms and conditions. Sponsor is responsible for the collection, submission, or processing of Entries and the overall administration of the Sweepstakes. Entrants should look solely to Sponsor with any questions, comments or problems related to the Sweepstakes. Sponsor may be reached by messages to its official Instagram page: Instagram.com/PlayMonsterFun.

 

  1. Sweepstakes Period: The Sweepstakes starts at 12:00:00 AM Pacific Time (PT) on June 22, 2021 and ends at 11:59:59 PM PT on June 29, 2021, the (“Sweepstakes Period”).

 

  1. How to Enter: During the Sweepstakes Period, eligible Entrants can enter the Sweepstakes online-only by accessing the Sweepstakes post at Instagram.com/PlayMonsterCraftandActivities (the “Sweepstakes Post”). Entrants must leave their “fashion vibe” choice – either A, B, or C – in the comments of the Sweepstakes Post and be following @PlayMonsterCraftandActivities on Instagram to be eligible.

 

If participating via mobile device, You understand and agree that wireless Internet access and other charges may apply. You are advised to review your wireless carrier’s rate plan BEFORE participating in the Sweepstakes via mobile device. Wireless Internet access is not available in all areas and not all mobile devices allow for wireless Internet access or are compatible with the Instagram app.

 

By successfully completing the foregoing, and subject to the limitations detailed herein, you will receive one (1) Entry into the Sweepstakes. Automated or robotic entries submitted by individuals or organizations will be disqualified. Internet entry must be made by the Entrant. Sponsor may remove and disqualify any Entries it deems in its sole and absolute discretion to contain obscene, profane, or questionable material or content.  Final eligibility for the award of any Prize is subject to eligibility verification as set forth below. Sponsor’s database clock will be the official timekeeper for this Sweepstakes. Limit: There is a limit of one (1) Entry per person per day to the Sweepstakes during the Sweepstakes Period.

 

  1. Prizes: One (1) Grand Prize winner will receive one (1) Fashion Plates® Classic Styles activity set (ARV $24.99 USD). No cash or other Prize substitution shall be permitted except at Sponsor’s sole discretion. The Prize is non-transferable. Sponsor reserves the right in its sole and absolute discretion to award a substitute prize of equal or greater value if the Prize described in these Official Rules is unavailable or cannot be awarded, in whole or in part, for any reason. The ARV of the Prize represents Sponsor’s good faith determination. That determination is final and binding and cannot be appealed. If the actual value of the Prize turns out to be less than the stated ARV, the difference will not be awarded in cash. Restrictions, conditions, and limitations may apply. Sponsor will not replace any lost or stolen Prize items. Unclaimed Prizes may not be awarded. This Sweepstakes is open to legal residents of the United States of America and D.C. and Prize will only be awarded and/or delivered to an address within said locations. Any and all Prize-related expenses, including without limitation any and all federal, state, and/or local taxes, shall be the sole responsibility of Prize winner.

 

  1. Odds: The odds of winning will vary and depend on the number of eligible Entries received.

 

  1. Winner Selection and Notification: At the completion of the Sweepstakes Period, on or about June 30, 2021, Sponsor (or its designee) will select one (1) potential winner in a random drawing from among all eligible Entries during the Sweepstakes Period. In the event a potential Prize winner is under the age of majority in his or her jurisdiction of residence, the Prize will be awarded in the name of the Entrant’s parent or legal guardian. Winner is subject to verification, including verification of age. Sponsor’s decisions are final and binding in all respects. The potential Prize winner will be notified on or about June 30, 2021 via direct message to the social handle from which they entered from @PlayMonsterCraftandActivities. Sponsor shall have no liability for potential winner’s failure to receive notification for any reason, including spam, junk e-mail or security settings, or any other technical difficulty, or incorrect or otherwise non-functioning contact information or failure to adequately monitor a Social Platform. If a potential winner cannot be contacted, is ineligible, fails to claim the Prize by 11:59:59 PM PT on July 7, 2021, the Prize may be forfeited and an alternate potential winner may be selected from remaining eligible Entries. Receipt by winner of the Prize offered in this Sweepstakes is conditioned upon acceptance of these Official Rules and upon compliance with any and all federal, state, and local laws and regulations. ANY VIOLATION OF THESE OFFICIAL RULES BY WINNER (AT SPONSOR’S SOLE DISCRETION) WILL RESULT IN WINNER’S DISQUALIFICATION AND FORFEITURE OF PRIZE.

 

  1. Publicity: By participating in the Sweepstakes, Entrants automatically confer on Sponsor an irrevocable, non-exclusive, perpetual, royalty-free worldwide, fully paid-up, assignable license to use his or her name, photograph, likeness, statements, related Instagram profile/handle, biographical information, city and state address for advertising, publicity and promotional purposes in all media, including, without limitation, in perpetuity, without further notice, approval, attribution, or any compensation (except to the extent prohibited by law) and agree to execute specific consent to such use upon request.

 

  1. Terms & Conditions: Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify, or suspend the Sweepstakes should virus, bug, non-authorized human intervention, fraud, or other cause beyond Sponsor control corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, or proper conduct of the Sweepstakes. In such case, Sponsor may select the potential winner from all eligible Entries received prior to and/or after (if appropriate) the action taken by Sponsor. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to disqualify any individual who tampers or attempts to tamper with the entry process or the operation of the Sweepstakes or violates these Official Rules. Any attempt by an entrant to deliberately damage any website or undermine the legitimate operation of the Sweepstakes may be a violation of criminal and civil laws. Should such attempt be made, Sponsor reserves the right to seek damages to the fullest extent permitted by law.

 

  1. Limitation of Liability: By submitting an Entry, You waive any privacy expectations that You might have with respect to the Entry or any personal information provided. By entering, You agree to release and hold harmless Sponsor, the Sweepstakes Entities, Instagram, and any and all Internet server(s) and access provider(s) and their subsidiaries, affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, partners, representatives, agents, successors, assigns, employees, officers, and directors, (collectively the “Released Parties”) from any liability, illness, injury, death, loss, litigation, claim, or damage that may occur, directly or indirectly, whether caused by negligence or not, from: (i) such entrant’s participation in the Sweepstakes and/or his/her acceptance, possession, use, or misuse of any prize or any portion thereof; (ii) technical failures of any kind, including but not limited to the malfunction of any computer, cable, network, hardware, or software, or other mechanical equipment; (iii) the unavailability or inaccessibility of any transmissions, telephone, or Internet service; (iv) unauthorized human intervention in any part of the entry process or the Sweepstakes; (v) electronic or human error in the administration of the Sweepstakes or the processing of Entries. Proof of attempting to submit an Entry is not considered proof of delivery or receipt. Entries will not be acknowledged or returned and become the sole and exclusive property of Sponsor.

 

  1. Disputes: THIS SWEEPSTAKES IS GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF WISCONSIN WITHOUT RESPECT TO CONFLICT OF LAW DOCTRINES. As a condition of participating in this Sweepstakes, You agree (and agree to confirm in writing) that any and all disputes that cannot be resolved between the parties, and causes of action arising out of or connected with this Sweepstakes, shall be resolved individually, without resort to any form of class action, exclusively before a court located in Rock County, Wisconsin having jurisdiction. Further, in any such dispute, under no circumstances shall You be permitted to obtain awards for, and You hereby waive all rights to, punitive, incidental, or consequential damages, including reasonable attorney’s fees, other than Your actual out-of-pocket expenses (i.e. costs associated with entering this Sweepstakes). You further waive all rights to injunctive relief and have damages multiplied or increased. Some jurisdictions do not allow the limitations or exclusion of liability, so the above may not apply to You.

 

  1. Miscellaneous: If any provision of the Official Rules or the application of any such provision to any person or circumstance shall be declared to be invalid, unenforceable or void by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not have the effect of invalidating or voiding the remainder of the Official Rules, it being the intent and agreement of the parties that the Official Rules shall be deemed amended by modifying such provision to the extent necessary to render it valid, legal and enforceable while preserving its intent or, if such modification is not possible, by substituting therefore another provision that is valid, legal and enforceable so as to give effect to Sponsor’s intent. Sponsor’s failure to enforce any term of these Official Rules will not constitute a waiver of that provision. Entrants agree to waive any rights to claim ambiguity of these Official Rules. In the event there is a discrepancy or inconsistency between disclosures or other statements contained in any Sweepstakes-related materials, privacy policy or terms of use, and/or the terms and conditions of the Official Rules, the Official Rules shall prevail, and the discrepancy will be resolved in Sponsor’s sole and absolute discretion.

 

  1. Sponsor/Social Platform Disclaimer: The Sweepstakes is sponsored by PlayMonster LLC, 1400 E. Inman Parkway, Beloit, WI 53511 and is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Instagram. You understand that You are providing your information to the Sponsor (with use subject to the privacy policy found at: https://www.playmonster.com/privacy-policy/) and not to Instagram. By participating via Instagram, You are also subject to Instagram’s data policy and terms of use which may be found at https://help.instagram.com/519522125107875.

 

© PlayMonster LLC. All Rights Reserved.

 

//END OFFICIAL RULES//

 

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@PlayMonsterFun “My Fairy Garden® National Fairy Day Sweepstakes”

Official Rules

 

NO PURCHASE OR PAYMENT IS NECESSARY TO ENTER OR WIN. A PURCHASE OR PAYMENT DOES NOT INCREASE YOUR CHANCE OF WINNING. INTERNET CONNECTION IS REQUIRED TO ENTER. VOID WHERE PROHIBITED OR RESTRICTED BY LAW.

 

  1. Sweepstakes Description: THE “@PLAYMONSTERFUN “MY FAIRY GARDEN® NATIONAL FAIRY DAY SWEEPSTAKES” (THE “SWEEPSTAKES”) IS GOVERNED BY THESE OFFICIAL RULES AND PROMOTES THE “MY FAIRY GARDEN®” TOY LINE (THE “TOYS”). TO LEARN MORE ABOUT THE TOYS FOR FREE, VISIT WWW.PLAYMONSTER.COM.

 

  1. Eligibility: The Sweepstakes is only open to legal residents of the fifty (50) United States of America and the District of Columbia, sixteen (16) years of age or older at the time of entry (the “Entrant”). An individual under the age of majority in his/her jurisdiction of legal residence, which is generally eighteen (18) years of age (a “Minor”) should have his or her parent’s or legal guardian’s permission before participating in the Sweepstakes. In all cases, where a Minor is an Entrant or Prize winner, Entrant/Prize winner/You/Your refers to such Minor and the Minor’s parent or legal guardian acting on his/her behalf.

 

Employees of PlayMonster LLC (“Sponsor”), and its parents, affiliates, agents, subsidiaries, advertising and promotion agencies, and suppliers, (collectively, the “Sweepstakes Entities”), and immediate family members and/or those living in the same household of such individuals are not eligible to participate in the Sweepstakes. The Sweepstakes is subject to all applicable federal, state, and local laws and regulations.

 

  1. Agreement to Rules: By participating in the Sweepstakes, the Entrant or “You” agree to be fully and unconditionally bound by these Official Rules and You represent and warrant that You meet the eligibility requirements. In addition, You agree to accept the decisions of Sponsor as final and binding as it relates to the Sweepstakes in all respects. By holding an account with Instagram, You are bound by its terms and conditions. Sponsor is responsible for the collection, submission, or processing of Entries and the overall administration of the Sweepstakes. Entrants should look solely to Sponsor with any questions, comments or problems related to the Sweepstakes. Sponsor may be reached by messages to its official Instagram page: Instagram.com/PlayMonsterFun.

 

  1. Sweepstakes Period: The Sweepstakes starts at 12:00:00 AM Pacific Time (PT) on June 24, 2021, and ends at 11:59:59 PM PT on July 1, 2021, the (“Sweepstakes Period”).

 

  1. How to Enter: During the Sweepstakes Period, eligible Entrants can enter the Sweepstakes online-only by accessing the Sweepstakes post at Instagram.com/PlayMonsterFun (the “Sweepstakes Post”). Entrants must leave the name of one of the five My Fairy Garden® fairies to which they most relate in the comments of the Sweepstakes Post and be following @PlayMonsterFun on Instagram to be eligible.

 

If participating via mobile device, You understand and agree that wireless Internet access and other charges may apply. You are advised to review your wireless carrier’s rate plan BEFORE participating in the Sweepstakes via mobile device. Wireless Internet access is not available in all areas and not all mobile devices allow for wireless Internet access or are compatible with the Instagram app.

 

By successfully completing the foregoing, and subject to the limitations detailed herein, you will receive one (1) Entry into the Sweepstakes. Automated or robotic entries submitted by individuals or organizations will be disqualified. Internet entry must be made by the Entrant. Sponsor may remove and disqualify any Entries it deems in its sole and absolute discretion to contain obscene, profane, or questionable material or content.  Final eligibility for the award of any Prize is subject to eligibility verification as set forth below. Sponsor’s database clock will be the official timekeeper for this Sweepstakes. Limit: There is a limit of one (1) Entry per person per day to the Sweepstakes during the Sweepstakes Period.

 

  1. Prizes: Three (3) Grand Prize winner(s) will each receive one (1) My Fairy Garden® Light Garden (ARV $39.99 USD). No cash or other Prize substitution shall be permitted except at Sponsor’s sole discretion. The Prize is non-transferable. Sponsor reserves the right in its sole and absolute discretion to award a substitute prize of equal or greater value if the Prize described in these Official Rules is unavailable or cannot be awarded, in whole or in part, for any reason. The ARV of the Prize represents Sponsor’s good faith determination. That determination is final and binding and cannot be appealed. If the actual value of the Prize turns out to be less than the stated ARV, the difference will not be awarded in cash. Restrictions, conditions, and limitations may apply. Sponsor will not replace any lost or stolen Prize items. Unclaimed Prizes may not be awarded. This Sweepstakes is open to legal residents of the United States of America and D.C. and Prize will only be awarded and/or delivered to an address within said locations. Any and all Prize-related expenses, including without limitation any and all federal, state, and/or local taxes, shall be the sole responsibility of Prize winner. The Total ARV of All Prizes is $119.97.

 

  1. Odds: The odds of winning will vary and depend on the number of eligible Entries received.

 

  1. Winner Selection and Notification: At the completion of the Sweepstakes Period, on or about July 2, 2021, Sponsor (or its designee) will select three (3) potential winner in a random drawing from among all eligible Entries during the Sweepstakes Period. In the event a potential Prize winner is under the age of majority in his or her jurisdiction of residence, the Prize will be awarded in the name of the Entrant’s parent or legal guardian. Winner is subject to verification, including verification of age. Sponsor’s decisions are final and binding in all respects. The potential Prize winner will be notified on or about July 2, 2021 via direct message to the social handle from which they entered from @PlayMonsterFun. Sponsor shall have no liability for potential winner’s failure to receive notification for any reason, including spam, junk e-mail or security settings, or any other technical difficulty, or incorrect or otherwise non-functioning contact information or failure to adequately monitor a Social Platform. If a potential winner cannot be contacted, is ineligible, fails to claim the Prize by 11:59:59 PM PT on July 9, 2021, the Prize may be forfeited and an alternate potential winner may be selected from remaining eligible Entries. Receipt by winner of the Prize offered in this Sweepstakes is conditioned upon acceptance of these Official Rules and upon compliance with any and all federal, state, and local laws and regulations. ANY VIOLATION OF THESE OFFICIAL RULES BY WINNER (AT SPONSOR’S SOLE DISCRETION) WILL RESULT IN WINNER’S DISQUALIFICATION AND FORFEITURE OF PRIZE.

 

  1. Publicity: By participating in the Sweepstakes, Entrants automatically confer on Sponsor an irrevocable, non-exclusive, perpetual, royalty-free worldwide, fully paid-up, assignable license to use his or her name, photograph, likeness, statements, related Instagram profile/handle, biographical information, city and state address for advertising, publicity and promotional purposes in all media, including, without limitation, in perpetuity, without further notice, approval, attribution, or any compensation (except to the extent prohibited by law) and agree to execute specific consent to such use upon request.

 

  1. Terms & Conditions: Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to cancel, terminate, modify, or suspend the Sweepstakes should virus, bug, non-authorized human intervention, fraud, or other cause beyond Sponsor control corrupt or affect the administration, security, fairness, or proper conduct of the Sweepstakes. In such case, Sponsor may select the potential winner from all eligible Entries received prior to and/or after (if appropriate) the action taken by Sponsor. Sponsor reserves the right, in its sole discretion, to disqualify any individual who tampers or attempts to tamper with the entry process or the operation of the Sweepstakes or violates these Official Rules. Any attempt by an entrant to deliberately damage any website or undermine the legitimate operation of the Sweepstakes may be a violation of criminal and civil laws. Should such attempt be made, Sponsor reserves the right to seek damages to the fullest extent permitted by law.

 

  1. Limitation of Liability: By submitting an Entry, You waive any privacy expectations that You might have with respect to the Entry or any personal information provided. By entering, You agree to release and hold harmless Sponsor, the Sweepstakes Entities, Instagram, and any and all Internet server(s) and access provider(s) and their subsidiaries, affiliates, advertising and promotion agencies, partners, representatives, agents, successors, assigns, employees, officers, and directors, (collectively the “Released Parties”) from any liability, illness, injury, death, loss, litigation, claim, or damage that may occur, directly or indirectly, whether caused by negligence or not, from: (i) such entrant’s participation in the Sweepstakes and/or his/her acceptance, possession, use, or misuse of any prize or any portion thereof; (ii) technical failures of any kind, including but not limited to the malfunction of any computer, cable, network, hardware, or software, or other mechanical equipment; (iii) the unavailability or inaccessibility of any transmissions, telephone, or Internet service; (iv) unauthorized human intervention in any part of the entry process or the Sweepstakes; (v) electronic or human error in the administration of the Sweepstakes or the processing of Entries. Proof of attempting to submit an Entry is not considered proof of delivery or receipt. Entries will not be acknowledged or returned and become the sole and exclusive property of Sponsor.

 

  1. Disputes: THIS SWEEPSTAKES IS GOVERNED BY THE LAWS OF THE STATE OF WISCONSIN WITHOUT RESPECT TO CONFLICT OF LAW DOCTRINES. As a condition of participating in this Sweepstakes, You agree (and agree to confirm in writing) that any and all disputes that cannot be resolved between the parties, and causes of action arising out of or connected with this Sweepstakes, shall be resolved individually, without resort to any form of class action, exclusively before a court located in Rock County, Wisconsin having jurisdiction. Further, in any such dispute, under no circumstances shall You be permitted to obtain awards for, and You hereby waive all rights to, punitive, incidental, or consequential damages, including reasonable attorney’s fees, other than Your actual out-of-pocket expenses (i.e. costs associated with entering this Sweepstakes). You further waive all rights to injunctive relief and have damages multiplied or increased. Some jurisdictions do not allow the limitations or exclusion of liability, so the above may not apply to You.

 

  1. Miscellaneous: If any provision of the Official Rules or the application of any such provision to any person or circumstance shall be declared to be invalid, unenforceable or void by a court of competent jurisdiction, such decision shall not have the effect of invalidating or voiding the remainder of the Official Rules, it being the intent and agreement of the parties that the Official Rules shall be deemed amended by modifying such provision to the extent necessary to render it valid, legal and enforceable while preserving its intent or, if such modification is not possible, by substituting therefore another provision that is valid, legal and enforceable so as to give effect to Sponsor’s intent. Sponsor’s failure to enforce any term of these Official Rules will not constitute a waiver of that provision. Entrants agree to waive any rights to claim ambiguity of these Official Rules. In the event there is a discrepancy or inconsistency between disclosures or other statements contained in any Sweepstakes-related materials, privacy policy or terms of use, and/or the terms and conditions of the Official Rules, the Official Rules shall prevail, and the discrepancy will be resolved in Sponsor’s sole and absolute discretion.

 

  1. Sponsor/Social Platform Disclaimer: The Sweepstakes is sponsored by PlayMonster LLC, 1400 E. Inman Parkway, Beloit, WI 53511 and is in no way sponsored, endorsed, administered by, or associated with Instagram. You understand that You are providing your information to the Sponsor (with use subject to the privacy policy found at: https://www.playmonster.com/privacy-policy/) and not to Instagram. By participating via Instagram, You are also subject to Instagram’s data policy and terms of use which may be found at https://help.instagram.com/519522125107875.

 

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