I partnered with Valvoline Instant Oil Change for this post. All opinions are my own.
October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and I’ve already seen the color pink popping up everywhere. From pink ribbons to special pink products in stores to sporting teams wearing uniforms with something pink on them, so many are showing their support for a great cause.
Did you know this year, 252, 000 women will be diagnosed with Breast Cancer? That is a scary statistic, which is also why you need to make sure to do monthly self-examinations on your breasts and keep current on your mammograms. Speaking of…when’s the last time you did a self breast examination? Also, are you current on your mammograms? 
I really appreciate brands that go the extra mile to support great causes , so when I had the opportunity to partner with Vavoline Instant Oil Change to share about their “Wipe Out Breast Cancer” campaign, I was “in”. VIOC is selling AutoTex PINK Wipers throughout October to support Breast Cancer Awareness Month, with proceeds going to National Breast Cancer Foundation.
Lucky for me, there’s a Valvoline Instant Oil Change super close to my home. If you’ve never been to one before, it’s a full service 15-minute drive thru oil change with no appointment needed. You basically stay in your car during the entire service. It’s very easy for busy people and moms like me, especially if you have your kids in tow.
VIOC does much more than just oil changes though. They also perform many other services including:
- tire rotations
- belt replacements
- fluid exchanges
- battery services
- air conditioning recharges
Save Money on Your Next Service at Valvoline Instant Oil Change
Right now, you can stop by your local VIOC, save money on a service by using the coupon I’ve posted below and pick up a pair of full Pink Wipers or Black Wipers with a small pink ribbon to have installed on your vehicle, to show your support for Breast Cancer Awareness Month. The wiper blades fit 98% of cars, trucks and SUVs manufactured after 2003 and are available at participating VIOC locations. Check HERE if your local VIOC is participating in this promotion.
What’s amazing about this campaign is that VIOC has raised over $86,500 for NBCF through this campaign to date. I’m excited to see the final dollar amount. This is obviously a cause that so many of us are passionate about, all for different reasons and personal connections. On October 19th, National Mammography Day, Valvoline Instant Oil Change is making a
double donation on all wipers sold that day. It’s the perfect day to stop by.
Hey, this is a friendly reminder to schedule your mammogram and be pro-active with your own breast health. To learn more about VIOC’s Breast Cancer Awareness Campaign please visit viocpink.com. 
Enter to Win Free Oil Changes for a Year
How cool would it be to win free oil changes for a year? Right now, after you stop by your local Valvoline Instant Oil Change location and purchase your own Pink Wipers, you can enter to win by uploading a photo of your vehicle with its new pink blades and telling why you “Pink’d Your Ride” at http://wshe.es/tIUjKeck.
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About Henley Enterprises
Henley Enterprises, Inc. founded in 1989, is the largest Valvoline Instant Oil Change
franchisee. Operating over 174 service centers across ten states including: California,
Delaware, Florida, Massachusetts, Maryland, New Hampshire, New Jersey,
Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, and Virginia
This year, Brick-or-Treat Party Nights is presented by Disguise Costumes and will be offered from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. on the following Saturdays:
The Park is transformed into a monster mash bash for the ultimate family fun Halloween party and features the following:
In addition to all of these special Brick-or-Treat Party nights offerings, guests also have access to many of the regular attractions during the party.
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CPK, otherwise known as California Pizza Kitchen. is just one of MainPlace’s dining options and is located in the “Patio Restaurants” area of the mall. Did I mention how convenient it was for me to pull up and park super close and just go right in? Other eateries in this section of the mall include:
CPK offers teas, sodas and other non-alcoholic options, as well as a full bar and beer and wine. We started the meal with a Cucumber Reviver, which is made with freshly puréed pineapple & cucumber with Monin. torn mint and agave sour and then topped with sparkling water. We also ordered a Sparkling Cranberry Cooler which is made with cranberry juice, sparkling water and fresh lime. These non-alcoholic drink options feel like a celebration any time of year.
We decided to go with a few of CPK’s Small Plates and Appetizers to share, in lieu of ordering traditional meals. Do you ever do that? Maybe add in a cup of soup or a salad too? It’s fun to change it up. 
We tried to order things off the menu we hadn’t tasted before. If you ask me to choose which of these was my most favorite menu item, I wouldn’t be able to decide as they were all fabulous. Here’s what we tried:
After we finished our meal, we took on the rest of MainPlace Mall for some serious shopping. I love the history of this mall as it has remained an integral part of the Santa Ana landscape over the years. It’s such a comfortable and inviting place to gather with friends and family for shopping, dining and entertainment. You should stop by and check it out soon!
I’m hosting a giveaway for one (1) of my readers to win a $25 gift card to CPK. To enter my giveaway, fill out the Rafflcopter below. Good luck everyone!