McDonalds Introduces #NewHappyMeal

I’m excited to post about a very cool event in D.C. Very last minute, I know. I’m heading to the event in a bit myself. But, before I go, I want to share about the launch of a New Happy Meal.

That’s right, McDonald’s is launching a new Happy Meal. The ubiquitous McDonald’s® Happy Meal® is getting a healthy makeover. And the launch events are taking place all over the USA, including in our neck off the woods.

So if you are in the vicinity of the McDonald’s at 4130 Wisconsin Avenue, NW — huge parking lot behind the restaurant and it is walking distance from Tenleytown Metro. Stop by at 1:30 p.m. today — Friday, September 16.

If you can’t make it to the launch of the new McDonalds Happy Meal, follow the event on Twitter — @McDonalds_DMV and hashtag #NewHappyMeal.

The 411 about the event:

McDonald’s has launched a new Happy Meal in support of the company’s recently announced ‘Commitments to Offer Improved Nutrition Choice’ which strive to help customers – especially children and families –make nutrition-minded choices whether visiting McDonald’s or elsewhere.

As one of the first markets to offer the new Happy Meal, the Greater Washington, D.C. region will commemorate the occasion, by unveiling the new Happy Meal with a panel discussion about McDonald’s commitment to nutrition. The event starts at 1:30 p.m. today (September 16).

Guest Panel:

• Shaye Arluk, MS, RD, HFI, Dietitian
• Craig Welburn, Jr. McDonald’s franchisee owner
• Neva Van Valkenburg, McDonald’s franchisee owner

Special Guest: Ronald McDonald

Giveaway for Musings from Me readers

So, here is the deal…if you want to go to the event, I’ll see you there. If you can’t go to the event, leave a comment and I’ll have McDonalds send you a free coupon for the New Happy Meal.

A second way to enter… Send out this tweet:

@McDonalds_DMV is launching the #NewHappyMeal today. @MusingsfromMe is at the launch. Enter to win a free #NewHappyMeal here> https://bit.ly/owx9pI

I was invited to the McDonalds #NewHappyMeal launch. I was given a gift bag for participating in the launch. Giveaway ends October 31, 2011, 11:59 p.m. Open to U.S. residents only.