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It's That Time!

Back to school....

If you have school aged kids, they have probably started back to school by now. (My husband, who is a teacher, is back at school but my preschooler still has another week.) 

I thought this would be a good time to welcome new subscribers and remind everyone of the great ways to use this website.

How to use Macaroni Kid:

  • Click on the "read more" buttons and you will be redirected to the website which offers greater surfing functionality, including a table of contents bar and an interactive calendar.  
  • If ...

Professional House Cleaning Services

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"Stuffed" Peppers

Easy and delicious!

We recently received delicious grassfed Gouda cheese, Italian Sausage and amazing Hungarian peppers in our CSA from Macaroni Kid sponsor, Fresh Fork Market. I really wanted stuffed peppers but didn’t have time to actually stuff the peppers (does anyone?). I decided to take a short cut which was a huge hit in my house!

Ingredients:

1 lb. mild italian sausage
1 ¼ cup rice
1 cup homemade spaghetti sauce (or use your favorite jar of spaghetti sauce)
3-4 hot hungarian peppers, cut in strips*
gouda cheese, shredded

Brown sausage; add ...

Macaroni Kid Play Date!

At Whole Foods Market Cedar Center

With school back in session, what are your plans for the little ones?

The first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m., starting September 7, Macaroni Kid Cleveland East is teaming up with Whole Foods at Cedar Center for a play date!

With a lovely space for children to play, come and visit with other parents and enjoy a snack and a beverage, courtesy of Whole Foods. There will also be snacks for the kids: Three Sisters cereals and juice or a yogurt drink.

And you don't want ...


A Twist on Packing Lunches

As the school year approaches, I know I am going to be packing a lot of lunches!  My kids are also getting tired of the same old things each day, so I've decided to get creative.  I discovered the art of packing Bento lunches and thought it looked like so much fun.

However, my kids are picky.  There is no way they'd eat any of the traditional Japanese foods- not even the rice.  But I loved the concept of packing lunches in reusable containers- no plastic bags to ...

Advanced Screening of The Lion King 3D

Get Your Passes Fast!

Here is your chance for you and your family to attend a special 3D advanced screening of THE LION KING 3D!

When: Saturday, August 27, 10 a.m.

Where: Cinemark Valley View 24

How: To download and print your passes, simply go to www.seeitfirst.net and enter the following code: 517262

Each person can download a maximum of (4) ADMIT ONE passes (or enough for 4 total people to attend).

Please download and print your passes ASAP as quantities are limited.  Please note that seating at the screening is ...


This Week's Calendar:

August 26th through September 1st

Friday, August 26 - Hidden Valley Homeschoolers: Camouflage

Both predators and prey use the art of camouflage. This afternoon we will discuss some of these animals and how they survive. We will also get a chance to test out our own camouflage skills. 
Where: CanalWay Center
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: 6-12 years
How: Register by calling 216-206-1000
Cost: FREE
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Friday, August 26 - Naturepiece Theatre: What Big Eyes You Have

Join the Naturepiece Theatre puppets to explore the fascinating world of owls. We will enjoy a visit from one of the nature center’s owls and have a hoot of a good time making our own owl craft.
Where: North Chagrin Nature Center
When: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Who: 6 years & under with adult
How: Register by calling 440-473-3370
Cost: FREE
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Friday, August 26 - Celebrate Summer at Euclid Creek Reservation

As summer fades into autumn and the new school year draws near, join us for a fond farewell to summer as we celebrate with nature activities and exploration, leading up to an outdoor showing of Legend of the Guardians: The Owls of Ga’Hoole. Movie will begin at 7:45 p.m. Bring a blanket or lawn chair.
Where: Euclid Creek Reservation, Upper Highland Picnic Area
When: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Who: Families
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: 440-473-3370
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Saturday, August 27 - A Race for Maggie's Place

Free zoo admission for participants! Post race awards reception with great food. T-shirt to all pre-registered participants.
  • 9K Run representing 9 months of pregnancy
  • 5K Walk/Stroller Push
  • Kids' Dash

Where: Cleveland Metroparks Zoo
When: 8:17 AM (registration begins at 7 a.m.)
Who: Runners, walkers
How: Register online
Cost: Registration fee varies based on registration date. Kids' Dash is free (donations are accepted).
For more info: website
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Saturday, August 27 - Lowe's Build and Grow - School Locker

This kit is sure to be a hit! Bring your child to Lowe's and they can build this cool Ball Toss Game!
Where: Lowe's
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Kids
How: Sign up here
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, August 27 - Join Disney Store for a Royal Event!

Visit Disney Store for an enchanting craft activity. The story begins with you…dress up your favorite Disney Princess or create a new Disney Princess, then write her “happily ever after” story.
Where: Disney Store, Great Lakes Mall
When: 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: Princess fans! (Minimum age for participating is 3 years)
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: No lineups prior to 30 minutes before event begins. Event subject to change or cancellation without notice. 
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Saturday, August 27 - Free Craft for Kids: Honeybee Hive

Guaranteed to create a buzz among kids, this made-to-hang honey hive is swarming with worker bees!
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, August 27 - New Picture Books!

The seasons are changing, and lots of new picture books are arriving. We'll try out some of the latest and best books at our Preschool Storytime.
Where: Barnes & Noble, Eton Chagrin Blvd
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Preschool age
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, August 27 - Let's celebrate the magic of the world around us!

Discover the magic and wonder of the world around us at this very special event for kids ages 3 to 8. There will be songs, stories, crafts and more. Activities will vary by store. Call for more detail
Where: Borders, Beachwood
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Ages 3-8
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: 216.292.2660
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Saturday, August 27 - Kids @ Work! A Lego Brick Building Club

Join us for the monthly meeting of the Kids @ Work Club. Bring your imagination and build with the library’s Lego Bricks.
Where: Mentor Main Library
When: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Who: Children under 8 must be accompanied by an adult. Parents are welcome to attend with their child
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Sunday, August 28 - Cleveland Cultural Gardens Federation Celebrates One World Day

This annual celebration will begin with the re-dedication of Lesya Ukrainka statue in the Ukrainian Garden located on Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive. Enjoy performances from the Kashtan Ukrainian Dancers, Zorya singing ensemble, and the Irish Dancers, followed by the traditional Parade of Flags. The Parade of Flags will start from the newly installed Syrian Garden at 3:00 p.m., and will feature various nationalities in their costumes. New U.S. citizens will be sworn in by U.S. District Judge Honorable Christopher A. Boyko.   Ethnic delicacies, Lolly the Trolley tours of the Cultural Gardens, and prizes will be available throughout the afternoon.
Where: Cleveland Cultural Gardens, Martin Luther King, Jr. Drive and East Boulevard, just south of St. Clair Avenue.
When: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.clevelandculturalgardens.org
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Sunday, August 28 - Monarch Butterfly Migration

The start of the monarch butterfly migration provides an opportunity to collect information about this long distance traveler. You’ll be in fields to catch monarchs for tagging and to check them for disease. Terrain: field, uneven, 2 miles
Where: North Chagrin Reservation Strawberry Picnic Area parking lot
When: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: 10 years and up with adult
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Sunday, August 28 - Nature Inspired Art: Butterflies

Join us at the nature center as we look closely at mounted butterflies and use them as models for our artistic interpretation. Naturalist Beth Whiteley will guide you as you draw, paint, or sketch these beautiful creatures! Bring along your favorite artist medium to use.
Where: Garfield Park Nature Center
When: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Who: 10 years and up with adult, adults
How: Registration required 216-341-3152
Cost: FREE
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Sunday, August 28 - Half Pints Sundays: Storytime and Snacks

Join Whole Foods Market for a new weekly series of family-friendly activities to compliment your shopping! Feel free to stop in any time during the event to participate and have a little fun. Check back for more information on our story and snacks. We're planning a special dress up theme!
Where: Whole Foods Market, 27249 Chagrin Blvd., Woodmere
When: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Half Pints ages 5-10 are encouraged to attend our Half Pints Sundays activities. Parents are required to stay with kids but are welcome to enjoy lunch in the cafe while the kids play.
How: Just show up!
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, August 30 - Mud Pies in Hershey Children's Garden / Ice Cream on The Geis Terrace

Hershey Children's Garden is a child's kingdom in which to freely explore a koi-filled pond, an awesome tree house, a maze, water pumps, planting houses and, yes, mud. After a long winter, kids look forward to creating mud masterpieces.   Their creative endeavors deserve to be rewarded with a special serving of ice cream on the Geis Terrace each Tuesday afternoon. We'll even let the non-mud-pie-making adults — with or without kids — enjoy a tasty frozen treat as well.
Where: Cleveland Botanical Gardens
When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Mud Pies from 11-12:30; Ice Cream from 12-3pm)
Who: Kids
How: Just show up
Cost: Free with Garden admission
For more info: www.cbgarden.org
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Tuesday, August 30 - Kid's Night - Coffee Filter Butterfly

Come in for another fun filled Kid's Night. Join us as we make a beautiful Butterfly craft out of coffee filters!
Where: Chick-fil-A, Willoughby Commons
When: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Families
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Wednesday, August 31 - WOW! Wade Oval Wednesday

What started out as a small Wednesday evening concert series has grown into a weekly “party in the park.” More than 10,000 visitors each summer bring their families, friends, blankets, and lawn chairs to dance, relax, and enjoy music at WOW! Wade Oval Wednesdays. This one-of-a-kind concert-going experience combines the outdoor charm of Wade Oval University Circle with the excitement of live music. Whether you’re a fan of rock & roll, jazz, folk, or reggae, there’s a concert that’s perfect for you.
Where: Wade Oval in Univerity Circle
When: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: For a full schedule and to see who is playing, visit www.universitycircle.org
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Thursday, September 1 - Join Kindermusik of Cleveland and wiggle and giggle

Join Kindermusik of Cleveland and wiggle and giggle together while exploring inhibitory control, body awareness, bath-time fun and many more musical activities that nurture the playfulness and physical energies of your child.
Where: Barnes & Noble, Eton Chagrin Blvd
When: 11:00 AM
Who: babes
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Teen Scene:

August 27th through August 30th

Saturday, August 27 - Jr. Robotics: The Olympic Games

Using the Lego Mindstorms system, students will build and program robots, and use motors and sensors. Each workshop features a different Olympic Game Challenge for teams to complete. Teams will design their own robot to participate in the challenge. Family and friends are encouraged to watch the teams demonstrate their robots at the end each workshop!
Where: Southeast Library
When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: Ages 10-14
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, August 30 - Teen Iron Chef

Do you have what it takes to be the next Iron Chef?  See what your masterpiece will look like when given a host of ingredients. 
Where: Warrensville Library
When: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Who: Teens
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Plan Ahead:

Saturday, September 3 through Monday, September 5 - Cleveland National Air Show presented by Discount Drug Mart

The Cleveland National Air Show is a family tradition and one of the largest annual events in Northeast Ohio. The Air Show provides six hours of action-packed flying, special exhibits, 50- plus aircraft on display 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. This year features the US Air Force Thunderbirds,  Jim “Fang” Maroney’s “Super” Chipmunk Aerobatics, Kent Pietsch Jelly Belly Comedy Act and RV Top Landing, Jacquie B’s “Wild Women Do,” and School Time Jet Bus.
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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Saturday, September 3 - A Visit from Skippyjon Jones!

Everybody loves Skippyjon Jones, so bring your camera as the children meet him in person at our Storytime. We'll be reading his latest bestselling book Class Action by Judy Schachner.
Where: Barnes & Noble, Eton Chagrin Blvd
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Kids
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Allergies in August?

Did you know that Ragweed begins to bloom in mid-August, making August 15th the unofficial start of Ragweed Season? 

36 million people across the country are seasonal allergy sufferers.  Once exposed to ragweed, allergy sufferers often experience sneezing, runny noses and swollen, itchy, watery eyes. Symptoms of allergic rhinitis, commonly called "hay fever," can have a major impact on a person's quality of life including their ability to function at school or work. Facts!

  • A Ragweed plant produces one billion pollen grains per season
  • Grains can travel up to ...

National Toasted Marshmallow Day!

August 30th

Have your very own marshmallow toasting party on National Marshmallow Toasting Day?  

We dare you!  NO  We double dare you!  

Ancient Egyptians would extract sap from the marshmallow plant and mix it with nuts and honey. Another pre-modern recipe uses the pith of the marshmallow plant, rather than the sap. The stem was peeled back to reveal the soft and spongy pith, which was boiled in sugar syrup and dried to produce a soft, chewy confection. 

The most popular way to eat marshmallows is toasted over an open fire!  Where ...


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Have a great weekend in Cleveland!

Jenny


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