CLASSIC TOYS FOR CLASSIC CHARACTERS AT THE 2004 AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL TOY FAIR
Train sets, Sno-Cone machines, Wooly Willy, Jack in the Boxes, puzzles, marbles, tea sets, dolls and much more. These wonderful and timeless toys are just some of the "old" but new products that United Media's licensees will be launching for evergreen brands such as Peanuts and Precious Moments at this year's Toy Fair. Being showcased for the first time, these classic childhood favorites are looking to be today's latest trend in playtime.
IT IS ALL IN THE FAMILY AT THE FOOD NETWORK
April marks the kickoff of the Food Network's 2004 "cooking with kids" initiative. By airing programming content with a family focus, the network hopes to encourage parents to cook with their kids and teach them the importance of cooking as a "tool for growth".
Building on this program, United Media plans to develop a line of Food Network kids cooking products including fun, do-with-your-kids, food related toys that are educational, nutritious and great "tools for growth". Offerings will include toys, role play, activity kits, and cookbooks.
THE COMPLETE DILBERT
Fans of the Dilbert television show can now purchase Dilbert: The Complete Series, which was launched in a four DVD set this January. Retailing for $49.95, Columbia TriStar Home Entertainment's compilation includes additional release material such as four clip montages hosted by Scott Adams, a featurette entitled, Making Dilbert Work, and highlights featuring the ever popular Dogbert, Dilbert's cynical dog.
JAPAN LOVES RAGGEDY ANN AND ANDY
As popular as the classic characters of Raggedy Ann & Andy are in America, they're equally loved in Japan, as shown by the Mitsukoshi Department Store's tribute to the red-headed brother and sister this past fall. The "Raggedy Ann & Andy American Country Fair" retail event at the Ginza Mitsukoshi store was met with huge sales success and featured exclusive merchandise including a design collaboration with famous doll and quilt creator Yoko Saito. Hills Café, located on the 2nd floor of the store, also participated by serving an original menu for the event.
APRIL SHOWERS BRING SPRING FLOWERS TO MACY'S
The 30th Annual Macy's Flower Show is around the corner. From April 4 -18, 2004, at the Herald Square flagship store, a Peter Rabbit-themed children's garden will be on display in the infant department. The classic Beatrix Potter layette apparel by Heyman also will be featured. Macy's will support the event with brochures, in-store signage, and event calendars, as well as through promotions on the Jumbotron outside of the 7th Avenue entrance. Be on the lookout for fun, in-store Peter Rabbit themed events for children of all ages.
BIG IN BRAZIL
United Media has signed a number of new Peanuts deals in Brazil. Baruel, a leading licensee of hygiene and toiletry products, has signed a significant long-term deal for a new line of infant products which will launch this spring. Caderbras Bico International recently launched a new back-to-school line of products and Lojas Renner launched a direct to retail sleepwear line. Habib, the second largest fast-food restaurant in Brazil, featured Peanuts in its holiday promotion this past December and will continue to run it through February.
ALL ABOARD!
United Media has jumped on board with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to create a licensing program that includes celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the New York City Subway. The centennial celebration will be promoted with a series of yearlong events, sure to make collectibles commemorating this achievement popular with both New Yorkers and tourists. Licensing opportunities to utilize the well-known symbols associated with the MTA such as subway cars, route indicators, maps, tokens, and the Grand Central Terminal are available in categories including apparel, accessories, toys, social expression, gift and stationery, home video and promotions.
GET FUZZY AND DILBERT DOMINATE AMAZON RANKINGS
United Media comic artists' works continue to dominate the Amazon.com Entertainment/Comics rankings. In the first week of January, ten of the top twenty-five listings featured either Get Fuzzy or Dilbert bestsellers. Recently, Get Fuzzy's Blueprint for Disaster snagged a top five spot on the New York Times Advice, How-T and Miscellaneous list, as well as a spotlight in USA Today's best-selling humor titles feature.
PEANUTS SPECIALS CONTINUE TO GO DIGITAL
Paramount Home Entertainment continues to roll out the popular Peanuts television specials to consumers on DVD and VHS formats. Last month was the launch of the all new holiday themed special, "A Charlie Brown Valentine", which made its primetime network debut on ABC in 2002. Just in time for spring season training is the release of "Lucy Must Be Traded", last summer's baseball sensation, which also made its primetime debut on ABC.
LOVING, CARING AND SHARING SPREADS THROUGHOUT CHINA
Shanghai Flomo, a leading licensee in China, will launch an extensive range of Precious Moments product this summer. Offerings include stationery, giftware, bags, and home furnishings and will be distributed primarily to the Shanghai, Beijing, and Guangdong Provinces, as well as in the national and department store retail channels.
RAGGEDY ANN AND ANDY JOIN THE DOT COM WORLD
This past November marked the launch of the official Raggedy Ann and Andy website, www.theofficialraggedyann.com. The site, exclusively dedicated to the famous sister and brother duo, features information for fans including historical background and character descriptions, news on publishing, and activities for children and collectors. A retail store may also be accessed soon on www.theofficialraggedyann.com, offering an array of Raggedy licensed merchandise.
UNITED MEDIA "UNWRAPS" ITS PLANS FOR POPULAR FOOD NETWORK SHOW
United Media is currently developing a line of consumer products for Unwrapped, Food Network's highest-rated primetime show. The look of the line reflects the show's pop culture sensibility with candy bright colors, contemporary-retro design and trivia associated with the show. Taking advantage of the retro wave, United Media will focus on games, calendars, apparel, housewares, and domestics.
Train sets, Sno-Cone machines, Wooly Willy, Jack in the Boxes, puzzles, marbles, tea sets, dolls and much more. These wonderful and timeless toys are just some of the "old" but new products that United Media's licensees will be launching for evergreen brands such as 
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The 30th Annual Macy's Flower Show is around the corner. From April 4 -18, 2004, at the Herald Square flagship store, a Peter Rabbit-themed children's garden will be on display in the infant department. The classic 
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United Media has jumped on board with the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) to create a licensing program that includes celebrating the 100th Anniversary of the New York City Subway. The centennial celebration will be promoted with a series of yearlong events, sure to make collectibles commemorating this achievement popular with both New Yorkers and tourists. Licensing opportunities to utilize the well-known symbols associated with the MTA such as subway cars, route indicators, maps, tokens, and the Grand Central Terminal are available in categories including apparel, accessories, toys, social expression, gift and stationery, home video and promotions.
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Shanghai Flomo, a leading licensee in China, will launch an extensive range of 
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