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September 2, 2010
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Giveaway: Mabel's Labels!

a back-to-school essential!

Are you tired of your kid losing stuff at school so you write their name in everything?

Even more so, Are you tired of writing their name in everything? Well, enter Mabel's Labels. A super cute and effective way to make sure your kid's stuff comes home with them (eventually).

My oldest starts preschool next week and I had just started looking into ways to put her name on things when I got the opportunity to try out some products from Mabel's Labels. Let me tell you ...


And the Winner Is....

Magic Manners giveaway

Congratulations to...
Latoya Peoples
You are the lucky winner of the book Magic Manners!

This Week's Picks:

Saturday, September 4 through Monday, September 6 - 2010 Cleveland National Air Show presented by Discount Drug Mart

Three days of aerial thrills featuring the U.S. Navy Blue Angels, the first time appearance of the Red Eagles, a two ship aerobatic team flying eye-popping maneuvers. Cleveland will welcome back Air Show legends Patty Wagstaff, three-time U.S. National Aerobatic Champion, along with America’s favorite wingwalking team Gene Soucy and Teresa Stokes. Plus daily performances by Shockwave Jet Truck, the U.S. Army Golden Knights Parachute Team, Military Jet Demonstrations and more. And excitement on the ground with a variety of interactive displays, kid-friendly activities, planes and more. Fans can tour unique aircraft, help pack a parachute, get a picture with a pilot or just enjoy the day-long festival of flying, food and outdoor fun.
Where: Burke Lakefront Airport
When: 9:00 AM
Who: Everyone
How: Tickets required. Advance tickets available at Air Show Office or call 216-781-0747.
Cost: General Admission $12-$19. (Children 5 & under free).
For more info: www.clevelandairshow.com 
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This Week's Calendar:

September 3rd through September 9th

Friday, September 3 - Flying Things Exploration Station

Visit the library and take flight! First we'll share some flying stories, and then we'll really soar with hands-on science activities in celebration of the annual Cleveland National Air Show!
Where: Warrensville Library
When: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: For children ages 3-7 with a participating adult.
How: Registration requested
Cost: FREE
For more info: Register here
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Tuesday, September 7 - "WE ARE FAMILY" Karaoke Night

Be the star you are on Seekers professional stage with our karaoke jukebox to back you up!
Kid's chicken tender meal deal with parent entree purchase.
Where: Seekers Coffee House & Cafe
9443 Mentor Ave.
Mentor, OH 44060
When: 6:00 PM
Who: The whole family
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: 440-255-JAVA
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Wednesday, September 8 - Calling all Cub Scouts

Cub Scout programs will be held for packs who would like to earn requirements for their pins or belt loops.
Where: Mentor Library
When: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Cub Scouts
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: 440-255-8811
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Thursday, September 9 - Jim and Company Family Entertainment

Jim & Company has successfully provided family-friendly entertainment programs throughout Northeast Ohio since 1992.  Thousands of people of all ages (from children to senior citizens, in small groups to audiences of several hundred people) have enjoyed our engaging programs in schools, libraries, and senior citizens communities.   Our entertainment programs consist of humorous ventriloquism (with Ozzie the sheepdog), well known sing-a-long songs, and wonderful music.
Where: Gates Mills Library
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Families
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Thursday, September 9 - Ohio Music with Mar

Music with Mar. is a class where a caregiver and a child participate together in musical activities which enhance the four main areas of development-cognitive, social, motor and language. A good music foundation, as well as an all around good academic foundation, is laid through the use of well thought out lyrics and movements.
Where: Advent Lutheran Church in Solon
When: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Who: Children under 5 and their parents
How: Just show up
Cost: $7 per family (not per child)
For more info: email Nicole for more info
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Teen Scene:

September 8th through September 9th

Wednesday, September 8 - Teen Gaming Club

Now every month!  Join us for Wii open play of such favorites as Supersmash Brothers Brawl, Bloom Blox and more!  Bring your Wii controllers, your mad skills and your fast thumbs! Registration not required, though appreciated.
Where: Independence Library
When: 3:30 PM
Who: Teens
How: Registration required
Cost: FREE
For more info: Register here
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Wednesday, September 8 - Teen'Tastic Talk - Back to School Pizza Party

Come mingle with friends!  Learn about opportunities to participate in activities, clubs, and how to register and win monthly prizes at the library.  Win door prizes and have a bite to eat!
Where: Maple Heights Library
When: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: Grades 6-12
How: Registration requested
Cost: FREE
For more info: Register here
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Thursday, September 9 - Just for Teens-Anime Manga Club

Otaku or not, you'll have fun!  Watch anime, discuss your favorite shows and books, and more.
Where: Mayfield Library
When: 3:00 PM
Who: Grades 6-12
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Plan Ahead:

September 11th through October 6th

Saturday, September 11 - Lunchbox Fair

Back to school is in full swing and it's time to spice up your lunch box.  Start your day off with nutritious smoothie demos, learn how to build the perfect lunchbox wrap, take a mini class on how to prep and pack fruits and veggies for lunches, and more! We'll help you think outside the (lunch) box and create nutritious, delicious meals that everyone will enjoy.
Where: Whole Foods, Chagrin Blvd.
When: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: 216-464-9403
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Saturday, September 11 - Half Pints' Club: Back to School Breakfasts

Start your day off right with a healthy, delicious breakfast. Join Mark and Mandi for a cooking class just for half pints (ages 4-10) and parents and learn how breakfast can help you achieve the magic of five!
Where: Whole Foods, Chagrin Blvd.
When: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Who: Ages 4-10 with parent(s)
How: Space is limited so please register early.
Cost: FREE
For more info: Register by calling 216.464.9403
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Sunday, September 12 - Lunch Forum for Parents and Teachers

Parents and teachers can be affective at creating change in their schools' lunch programs!  So what can we do?

Meet with other like-minded parents and teachers who care about improving school lunches.  We'll start the forum out with LUNCH, a short documentary that explores the school lunch program and the effects on our children.  Then we can discuss the film and discuss what parents and teachers can do in their communities to improve the school lunch program.

Whole Foods Market will provide lunchbox snacks to enjoy during the Forum
Where: Whole Foods, Chagrin Blvd.
When: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Who: Parents and teachers
How: Registration required
Cost: FREE
For more info: 216-464-9403
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Wednesday, October 6 - Yo Gabba Gabba LIVE!

Yo Gabba Gabba! Live! - There's a Party in Cleveland! DJ Lance Rock, Muno, Foofa, Toodee, Brobee, and Plex are coming to town and you have a chance to see them! Stay tuned because we will be giving away a 4-pack of tickets to a lucky subscriber!
Where: PlayhouseSquare, State Theatre
When: n/a
Who: All Yo Gabba Gabba! fans!
How: Tickets required
Cost: Tickets information here
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Nannypalooza 2010!

Macaroni Kid is for Nannies, too!

Nannies and Day Care Providers across the country are invited to participate in their local Nannypalooza! This 2-day conference is put on by the National Association of Nanny Care (NANC) and hosted in Cleveland by the Alexandria School in Solon, OH.

This year's event will take place on September 19. Registration will begin at 9:30 a.m. with the first speaker starting at 10:30 a.m. There will be several speakers and networking opportunities. The cost is $25 and all proceeds will be donated to a local ...


Birthday Dinner with Dora the Explorer

Live & In Person!

You're invited to "Dinner with Dora the Explorer" to help her celebrate a very special birthday!  

Guests will have the opportunity to meet and take a picture with Dora and play interactive birthday games to receive a Dora goody bag. Children will make their own Dora backpacks and create maps to explore the Museum. 

A delicious dinner catered by Cafe 56 followed by a slice of birthday cake will be provided.  There will be two available seatings, either 4:30 pm or 6:30 pm.   

Tickets: $30/person for Children's Museum members $35/person for non-members (Infants 11 months and under are free)

All proceeds go to benefit The Children's Museum of Cleveland. 

When: Friday September 24, 2010 from 4:30 PM to 8:00 PM  

Guests may enjoy playing in the Museum exhibit galleries throughout the evening!

FOR MORE INFORMATION AND TO REGISTER, CLICK HERE


Macaroni Planet

Geo-Caching

Geocaching is treasure hunting for GPS users.   

Okay, so treasure hunting might be a bit of an overstatement, since the treasures are trinkets left by like-minded adventurers rather than ancient Spanish coins, but the fun is in the journey, and isn't that a lesson worth learning?
So, if your kids balk at the thought of an afternoon hike, this is the perfect way to entice them.  Go online to www.geocaching.com and enter your zip code. 

The site will list all the "caching" locations in your area.  Take ...


Healthy Macraoni Kids

Books Weighting Our Kids Down?

Go to any elementary or middle school and you are sure to see tons of kids weighed down by their backpacks.

Did you know the average school textbook weighs between 3 and 4 pounds?

Kids are carrying on the average of 8-12 pounds in books every school day!  You may not have a say when if come to books having to come home for homework, but her are some way to minimize your child's back strain. Your kids may not have much of a choice when it comes to ...


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