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I am SO very excited to annouce the WINNERS of the MOTHER'S DAY GIVEAWAY! All winners have been contacted by email. i've heard from some but not all! So, hang in there! 

And the winners are:

Arbonne - Anne Ziranchez
Cedar Hill Salon - Tammy Redbear
Orimagi Owl - Jamie Zagar
Professional House Cleaning Services - Sarah Saefkow
Stella & Dot - Hallie G
Xquizite Eventz - Meghan McKondik

And a HUGE thank you to all of you that came to Mom's Nite Out last weekend. IF you haven't already seen the pictures, check them out here. And - one more very important thing - a big welcome to all of our new subscribers!

Enjoy this week's newsletter!

Jenny


Professional House Cleaning Services, Inc


Makes Big Changes and brings in “The Green”

Many moons ago, the “Green Cleaning” industry consisted of a few specialty products or through Multi Level Marketing companies. There wasn’t much research and development going into the concept. There wasn’t a large enough market for the “big boys” to invest in research and development of the Green Cleaning revolution that was about to explode. It was only a few years ago that giant, Clorox (owned by Proctor and Gamble) came out with their version of the green cleaning product line called, Green Works®.  The Green Cleaning industry ...


Made Simple...and Healthy!


Processed Food Made Easy

Welcome to the new regular column, Made Simple... and Healthy! In my on going effort to have less processed food in our house, I search the internet for easier ways to do it. I want to share these recipes with you! Do you have a favorite you want to share? Have something you want me to find and try out for you? Send an email to jennys@macaronikid.com.

Homemade Granola Bars

It doesn't get much easier than this. I even replaced all of the chocolate with dried fruit ...

Macaroni Cares


Wildlife Weekend

Join the movement! Macaroni Kid is helping Dawn educate more than 2 million kids this spring about the issues affecting wildlife, from oil spills to backyard ecosystems. Check out the FREE, downloadable lesson plans and experiments for teachers and parents. The fun doesn't end in the classroom – you'll also find FREE "Wildlife Weekend" family activities that you can do in your own backyard.
To continue Dawn's 30+ year commitment to preserving wildlife, Dawn worked with their partners at The Marine Mammal Center and International Bird Rescue to ...

This Week's Calendar:


May 19th through May 24th

Saturday, May 19 through Sunday, May 20 - HorseFest 2012

Discover the magical beauty of horses during HorseFest at Lake Metroparks Farmpark. Learn about the different breeds, riding disciplines and uses for these versatile animals. You will see Clydesdales, Belgians, Friesians, Miniatures, and many more. HorseFest is an equine showcase of the splendor, versatility, and history of the horse, featuring more than 20 breeds participating in a variety of hands-on activities, presentations, training techniques, and demonstrations for all ages to enjoy. 
Where: Lake Metroparks Farmpark
When: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up
Cost:
  • Ages 2 - 11, $4
  • Ages 60+, $5
  • Ages 12 - 59, $6
  • Children younger than 2, Free
  • Farmpark members, Free
For more info: See all of the fun activities here!
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Saturday, May 19 - Rail Fanning Day

Spend the day visiting our depot and see the artifacts of the glory days of railroading. The depot opened in 1893 for the Lake Shore and Michigan Southern Railroad. The NYC was formed in 1914 and consolidated the LS&M. The station was closed in 1971 when passenger service was stop.
 
Rail Fanning is the hobby of taking pictures of real trains as the are running on the tracks. Many times you get to see very rare and unusual trains and engines. Some people post them on the web and the train is track across the country.
 
You might be lucky and take pictures of a real John Deere Train, Circus Trains or a Dept of Defense train.
Where: The Painesville Depot, 475 Railroad Street, Painesville, Ohio 44077
When: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: Train lovers!
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: The station is on what is now the CSX water front main line and has about 4 trains per hour pass by it. So bring your camera and chair and enjoy the day. www.painesvilledepot.org
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Saturday, May 19 - Caring Cubs Volunteer at Cornerstone of Hope

Join Caring Cubs as we learn about dealing with feelings and help the organization prepare for their summer camp programs. Caring Cubs will paint a welcome banner (please wear or bring painting clothes!) and receive a tour of the Cornerstone of Hope facility. Cornerstone of Hope staff will also lead the Caring Cubs in playing Emotional Bingo, which is utilized in grief support groups to help children share their emotions in an age appropriate manner and learn positive coping skills. This event promises to be fun as well as educational.
Where: Cornerstone of Hope, 5905 Brecksville Road, Independence, OH 44131
When: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: Families
How: Space is limited and registration is required. Register here.
Cost: FREE
For more info: Cornerstone of Hope is a center dedicated to providing support, education and hope to the grieving. In addition to the tour, Caring Cubs will hear an age-appropriate explanation of how the center helps children, teens and adults. Don't miss out on the opportunity to learn more about this great local organization!
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Saturday, May 19 - Free Craft for Kids - Rainbow-Colored Creatures

Children create eye-catching creatures—with amazing scratch paper that reveals a rainbow of colors underneath!
Where: Lakeshore Learning Store, 27500 Chagrin Blvd., Beachwood
When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: Ages 3 and up
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Please visit here for more information.
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Saturday, May 19 - Saturday Crafts at Playmatters!

Stunt Squadron: Customize your own foam plane with color in stickers, markers, and metallic accents. These planes are soft but durrable and can be flown either indoors or outdoors.
Where: Playmatters Toy Stores, Solon and Mentor locations
When: 11:00 AM - 11:40 AM
Who: Children ages 5-11
How: Call in advance to reserve your place and materials. Solon: 440-542-7200 Mentor: 440-266-1909
Cost: Each craft session costs $5 per child.
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Saturday, May 19 - Babypalooza!

Expectant parents, grandparents, and parents of young children are welcome to attend this services fair to learn about everything Lake County has to offer in this new stage in life! Learn about doctors, dentists, daycares, adoption, and a lot more to keep you and your new family happy and healthy. Lectures will be offered throughout as well as door prizes from local businesses!
Where: Mentor Main Library
When: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Adults
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, May 19 through Sunday, May 20 - Hessler Street Fair

Kick off your Cleveland summer right with the 2012 Hessler Road Street Fair! Help us celebrate our 43rd anniversary with great food, friends and fun. Masterful music and amazing art from local talent, family-friendly activities, dedicated kids area, dancing, drum circles and SO MUCH MORE. JOIN US!!!
Where: 11326 Hessler Road, Cleveland, Ohio 44106
When: 11:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, May 19 - Saturday Garden Games in Hershey Children’s Garden

Celebrate spring in the Hershey Children’s Garden with special Saturday and Sunday garden games focused around planting seeds and new blooms.
Where: Cleveland Botanical Garden
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Families
How: Just show up
Cost: Free with Garden admission
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Saturday, May 19 - International Cuisine Celebration

This year, local chefs are teaming with area churches and our local micro winery to offer a wide variety of Delicious Discoveries. During this City festival, guests will discover: Excellent Cuisine –from Puerto Rico, Mexico, Ireland, China, India and Italy. There will also be some favorites like Quesadilla’s, Specialty Pizza’s, Eggrolls , Pap’s Kettle Korn, Fresh Fruit Ice Smoothies, and a whole lot more being served up by local churches and local restaurants. Amazing Wines and Beers FREE KIDS ZONE Live Entertainment
Where: Downtown Painesville
When: 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM (J)
Who: All are welcome
How: Just show up
Cost: Free Event / Free Parking – As with all City sponsored events this event is free and open to the public.
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Sunday, May 20 - Let’s Celebrate our Year!

Shoresh (which means “root” in Hebrew) is Suburban Temple-Kol Ami’s exciting, creative and fun early childhood family program. Twice a month, we invite parents, grandparents and young children (ages two-Kindergarten) for hands-on activities and dynamic age-appropriate learning in a warm and casual setting. Shoresh is an excellent introduction to Jewish education. Programs include art, music, food, discussion and games.
Where: Suburban Temple-Kol Ami, 22401 Chagrin Blvd, Beachwood
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Come on Sunday mornings and meet other families with young children. Our Shoresh program is open to the community.
How: To register for programs, please call Jill at 216.991.0700, Ext. 101 or e-mail jill@suburbantemple.org
Cost: $8/family
For more info: www.suburbantemple.org
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Sunday, May 20 - Sunday Garden Games in Hershey Children’s Garden

Celebrate spring in the Hershey Children’s Garden with special Saturday and Sunday garden games focused around planting seeds and new blooms.
Where: Cleveland Botanical Garden
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Families
How: No registration required
Cost: FREE with Garden admission
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Monday, May 21 - BIG/little: Froggy Time

Don those muck boots as we look for these fun hoppers and learn what a frog’s life is really about.
Where: Shaker Nature Center
When: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: For ages 2 1/2 to 3 1/2 years with caregiver.
How: Call (216) 321 5935, ext. 235 to register.
Cost: $8 for members, $12 for non-members. 
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Wednesday, May 23 - Andy Warhol Art Factory

If you like stamps, you'll love this. All ages can make their own stamps and create art through experimenting with repetition, color and size. We'll also use machines like copiers and overhead projectors to create new kinds of artwork. Like Andy's mom said "You will go off and you will do something...great, crazy, terrific."
Where: Lee Road Library
When: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Families
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Wednesday, May 23 - Get Moving! Olympics for Tweens

Carry the torch for good health! Celebrate play and the London 2012 Summer Olympics with our own Kinect Sports Olympics! Track, boxing, volleyball and soccer will be featured. Individuals and teams will compete for gold, silver and bronze. Get moving and play for better health!
Where: Southeast Library
When: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Who: Grades 4-7
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Thursday, May 24 - Stories on Stage

Fun for the whole family! All ages welcome! Students from the Solon Center for the Arts will present a theatrical version of Tales from the Parthenon
Where: Solon Library
When: 7:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: Just show up!
Cost: FREE
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Teen Scene:


May 19th through May 24th

Saturday, May 19 - Anime/Manga Club

Join our club “Willoughby Otaku” as we watch, discuss, and comment on anime and manga. Refreshments!
Where: Willoughby Library
When: 1:00 PM
Who: Teens
How: Register by calling 440-942-3200
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, May 19 - Teen Spring G2P (video game day)

Join the Teen Video Game Group for monthly games! Play video games with other teens!
Where: Garfield Heights Library
When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: Ages 11-18
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, May 22 - Teen Job Search

Are you looking for a job? Join us for a fun, interactive workshop that will help you discover what jobs interest you. You will also learn how to fill out job applications, prepare for job interviews and learn ways that you can best communicate your strengths to employers. This workshop will be presented by a Cuyahoga County Public Library Career Center Counselor. Refreshments served. Following the program, stay to learn about volunteer opportunities through UGIVE.
Where: Orange Library
When: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Who: Ages 14-19
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, May 22 - UGIVE: Volunteer Opportunities for Teens

Looking for a fun way to fulfill community service hour requirements? Learn about UGIVE.org, a free nonprofit website that connects you with meaningful volunteer opportunities in your community matching your schedule and interests. UGIVE also provides charities with a forum to post their volunteer needs.
Where: Orange Library
When: 5:30 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: Ages 13-18
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Thursday, May 24 - Teen Pop Culture Club

Interested in anime, manga, movies, music, television, and social media? If so and you're in grades 6-12, then join the Teen Pop Culture Club where every 2nd and 4th Thursday of the month we'll explore these topics via activities and games.
Where: Mayfield Library
When: 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM
Who: Grades 6-12
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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May 26th through May 27th

Saturday, May 26 - Free Craft for Kids - Patriotic Wand

Children can show off their patriotic spirit this Memorial Day with a star-spangled wand they’ll love to wave!
Where: Lakeshore Learning Store, 27500 Chagrin Blvd., Beachwood
When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: Ages 3 and up
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Please visit here for more information.
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Saturday, May 26 - Saturday Garden Games in Hershey Children’s Garden

Celebrate spring in the Hershey Children’s Garden with special Saturday and Sunday garden games focused around planting seeds and new blooms.
Where: Cleveland Botanical Garden
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Families
How: Just show up
Cost: Free with Garden admission
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Sunday, May 27 - Sunday Garden Games in Hershey Children’s Garden

Celebrate spring in the Hershey Children’s Garden with special Saturday and Sunday garden games focused around planting seeds and new blooms.
Where: Cleveland Botanical Garden
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Families
How: No registration required
Cost: FREE with Garden admission
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Cleveland Kids Events


Tell us about your events!

We try to include a comprehensive list of Cleveland kids events each week. If you are organizing a local event that our readers would enjoy, please let us know! We would also love to hear your comments or suggestions. Please send an e-mail to jennys@macaronikid.com.

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Have a great weekend in Cleveland!

Jenny


Come and Play with Macaroni Kid!


*Kindermusik of Cleveland*

Macaroni Kid Cleveland East is excited to partner with Kindermusik of Cleveland for Open Play! (You do not need to be a MK subscriber or enrolled in Kindermusik to attend.)

With suggestions from some of the Kindermusik parents, we are offering Open Play times - a chance to hang out with other parents/caregivers and their children. We'll provide music and instruments for exploratory fun.

This is not a class - just free play time. However, you just may talk one of us into leading you in a ...


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