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Happy Thursday, everyone!

We have a bunch of new subscribers this week and I want to give you a huge welcome!

Lots of great stuff in this week's newsletter including:

  • An amazing nutrition bar that is made by a company right here in Shaker Heights, OH.. and yes, your kids will eat it!
  • GIVEAWAY: We're giving away a Family 4 Pack of Tickets to the Harlem Globetrotters... complete with Meet and Greet passes!
  • An amazing product for your baby's tender skin
  • And more events that you can ...

Good Greens Bars

Shop Locally - For Your Health!

It's no secret that I love to shop locally, and it should be no secret that I love to shop healthy! As a mom, I am constantly struggling about what is the best thing (especially snacks) to feed my family.

So, when I found out that the new nutrition bars I keep seeing at Heinen's are made by a local company, I just had to try them!

Good Greens Bars (a portfolio company at the Shaker LaunchHouse), has created the tastiest and most effective nutrition bars that this ...


Tender Baby Skin

Treat it With ABC Arbonne Baby Care

I just recently discovered my love of Arbonne products, espcially their skin care line. Their botanical based products make my skin happy! When I found out that they have baby skin care products, I ordered them right away. My little toddler has the fairest and driest skin I have ever seen and I had been searching for something natural that we could use in the bath and also a lotion.

In the bath we use the Hair and Body Wash and it is soft and wonderful. After bath and in ...


Harlem Globetrotters, 12/27 at Quicken Loans Arena

Win a Family 4 pack and Meet and Greet passes!

On the heels of signing one of the most extraordinary rookie classes in team history, the Harlem Globetrotters will bring their 2012 World Tour to Quicken Loans Arena in Cleveland on Tuesday, Dec. 27, 2011, for a doubleheader at 2:00 p.m. and 7:00 p.m.  

Tickets start at $19.00 and are available at www.harlemglobetrotters.com, www.theQarena.com, the Quicken Loans Arena box office, or by phone at 888.894.9424. Information on group and scout tickets can also be found at www.harlemglobetrotters.com. 

The outstanding rookies include Paul “Tiny” Sturgess, the world’s tallest pro basketball player at 7-8, Jonte “Too Tall” Hall, the shortest Globetrotter ever at 5-2, and Fatima “TNT” Maddox of Temple University, the team’s first female player since 1993 and ninth female in team history.  The new Globetrotters also feature the top three finishers from the 2011 College Slam Dunk Contest, including the reigning champ Jacob “Hops” Tucker. At 5-10, Tucker sports a 50-inch vertical leap, and his YouTube videos have garnered well over four million views.  Tucker joins slam dunk runner-up John “Jet” Williams of UNC-Asheville and semifinalist Darnell “Spider” Wilks of the University of Cincinnati. The 2012 rookie class has a total of three seven-footers including 7-4 Jermaine “Stretch” Middleton, the third-tallest player in team history, and 7-foot Anthony “Biggie” McClain. At 7-8, Sturgess becomes the tallest Globetrotter ever after a career at Mountain State University (W.Va.). He is the 19th internationally born player in team history, hailing from Loughborough, England. 

>Harlem Globetrotters video

GIVEAWAY! 

We have a Family 4 Pack of tickets for one lucky subscriber! Winner will receive a Family 4 pack of tickets to the 7:00 pm game and 4 passes to the pre-show meet and greet.
 

How to Enter:

  • Leave a comment below (any comment -- winner is chosen using random.org.)
  • Follow us on Facebook for an extra entry (be sure to leave another comment to let us know that you just followed us or you already follow us)**

You must be a subscriber and at least 18 years old to enter. Deadline to enter is 12 p.m. on Tuesday, December 13. Winners will be chosen at random. Another winner will be chosen if we can't reach you by Thursday, December 15 at 12 p.m.
 

**Random.org selects a random winner from all entries. Please leave an additional comment if you follow us on Facebook to ensure that it will count as an extra entry. 


Boots, Boots, Boots!

And Everything Else On Your List at Zappos!

There are two kinds of gifts under a tree: the kind you need and the kind you want. And when it comes to kids, the latter tends to be the pleaser. But how are parents supposed to tackle the obstacle of merging the two? That’s where we come in.

With thousands of brands and styles to choose from, Zappos.com is the answer to all of your gifting woes, especially when it comes to kids. And this season, there’s no better way to combine their wants and needs ...


This Week's Picks:

Friday, December 9 through Sunday, December 11 - Kringle's Inventionasium™

Kringle's Inventionasium™ is a magical experience for the whole family. Guests will have the chance to meet Mr. Kringle's team of inventors and assist them in the development of future toys during an interactive tour of Kringle's Inventionasium™. You will be invented to visit the Brainstorming Department, I.D.I.D.I.T. Testing Facility, Grow Snow Laboratory and the Toy Engineering departments. Your visit includes a private meeting with Mr. Kringle to discuss your toy ideas and your Christmas wish list. You can have a photo taken with him in his top-secret office!
Where: Tower City Center
When: and 12/15-12/23. See website for available time slots.
Who: Families
How: Visit www.mrkringle.com to register or show up during open hours (may have a waiting period if you do not register in advance).
Cost: $6 per guest (children 2 and under are free)
For more info: Kringle's Inventionasium™ is a Macaroni Kid Favorite Cleveland Holiday Activity! Please visit www.mrkringle.com to learn more about Kringle's Inventionasium™ and see a list of available packages. Photo packages start at $14.99.
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This Week's Calendar:

December 8th through December 14th

Thursday, December 8 through Friday, December 9 - So You Wanna Be a Superhero??

What do you do when you are pressured to be a superhero and all you want to do is be a kid? Can you save the world? What type of superhero will you be if you could rid the world of Lord Evil? Three young girls struggle with their hero calling in this exciting interactive play by www.ihavecharacter.org. If you are a young woman who loves fashion and fighting crime you're invited to the play The Superhero Story!
Where: Warrensville Library
When: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Girls age 8-12
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Friday, December 9 - Musical Story Time

Join us for a special musical story time hosted by Jennifer Woda from Sing and Swing.
Where: Mentor Main Library
When: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Who: For children 5 and younger and their parents.
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Friday, December 9 - Nature Play Date

Come to Look About Lodge to play both indoors and out. Stop by anytime between below to enjoy the outdoors and connect your little ones with the natural world in winter. 
Where: South Chagrin Reservation, Look About Lodge
When: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Ages 2-6 years with adult
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Friday, December 9 - Musical Story Time

Join us for a special musical story time hosted by Jennifer Woda from Sing and Swing.
Where: Mentor Main Library
When: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: For children 5 and younger and their parents.
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Friday, December 9 - Kindermusik for Babies

Join us for a free demonstration class provided by Kindermusik of Cleveland. Learn how music improves language and literacy skills, social and emotional development, and mathematics and pattern recognition skills
Where: Solon Library
When: 11:00 AM
Who: For babies ages birth to 18 months and a caregiver. 
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Friday, December 9 - The Lomond Association Presents "How to Train Your Dragon"

Third Annual Movie Night - presented at Lomond School. Bring the kids and join your neighbors to watch “How to Train Your Dragon” at the Lomond School auditorium. In this story, a hapless young Viking who aspires to hunt dragons becomes the unlikely friend of a young dragon himself, and learns there may be more to the creatures than he assumed. With 2 Oscar nominations, this is a movie you and your family won’t want to miss!
Where:  Lomond School Auditorium, Shaker Heights
When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (doors open at 6:30; seating is strictly limited to 300 on a first-come, first-served basis)
Who: This program is open to all - membership in the Lomond Association is not required. All minors must be accompanied by an adult.
How: Just show up
Cost: Suggested donation: $3 per person (to cover licensing fees), $10 max per family Concessions (drinks and popcorn) will available for purchase ($1 each)
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Saturday, December 10 - Breakfast with Santa and Free Holiday Cartoons!

Breakfast with Santa and FREE Holiday Cartoons Shaker Square Cinemas and Yours Truly Restaurant present a very special morning! Santa Claus himself will be hosting breakfast at Yours Truly Restaurant. Families can stop by Shaker Square Cinemas before or after breakfast to enjoy a program of free classic holiday cartoons. This 30 minute program will run on a loop allowing families to stop by anytime between 9:00 AM and 11:00 AM and stay for one or all of the cartoons. 
Where: Yours Truly and Shaker Square Cinemas
When: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Families
How: Just show up
Cost: Admission to the cartoons is free. No ticket is needed for the cartoon program. Seating is limited and will be granted on a first-come first serve basis. Regular menu pricing at Yours Truly apply.
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Saturday, December 10 - Lowe's Build and Grow - Coal Car

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, December 10 through Sunday, December 11 - Breakfast with Santa

It's no secret that the joy and excitement that kids bring to WinterShow is what has made it so special all these years, and the whispers around the workshop are that the number one jolly old elf has taken notice. This year, we're thrilled to announce that Santa himself will take time out of his busy schedule to host a special breakfast for good little boys and girls. The kids will enjoy a visit with Santa and Mrs. Claus —who will be available to take pictures and hear last minute wishes!—fun holiday crafts and meeting a real, live reindeer! You won't want to miss this opportunity to break bread with the man in red. 
Where: Cleveland Botanical Gardens
When: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: Families
How: Register online here
Cost:
  • Adult Member Price: $22  
  • Adult Non-Member Price: $28  
  • Child Member Price: $17  
  • Child Non-Member Price: $22
  • Children Under 2 FREE but must be pre-registered
For more info: website
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Saturday, December 10 - Saturday Story/Craft

Easy crafts! Popular themes! Favorite stories! Drop in for our monthly story and craft program for ages 2-5 and a caregiver.
Where: Solon Library
When: 10:30 AM
Who: Ages 2-5 and a caregiver
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, December 10 - Free Craft for Kids

Come out for a different craft each week! 
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, December 10 - Tinsel Town

PlayhouseSquare's annual holiday celebration for families is sure to be a great time with holiday crafts, pictures with Santa, a hot chocolate bar and cookie decorating!
Where: Palace Theater
When: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: Families
How: Purchase tickets at www.playhousesquare.org.
Cost: Family four pack: $40.00, Adult: $8.00, Child: $14.00 (Pals members pay half price).
For more info: www.playhousesquare.org
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Saturday, December 10 - Mrs. Claus Children's Craft Corner - Spiced Sachets

Children enjoy a hands on activity in the Mrs. Claus' Spice Shop children's area of WinterShow.   Spiced Sachets by the Western Reserve Herb Society - Capture the fragrance of the season and create scented sachets with your favorite holiday spices. Decorate the home throughout the holiday season or give as a festive gift.
Where: Cleveland Botanical Gardens
When: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: Children
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE with Garden admission  
For more info: www.cbgarden.org
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Saturday, December 10 - Carnival and Craft Time!!!

Exciting carnival activities and a great craft too!  Don’t miss the fun! 
Where: Mayfield Library
When: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Who: Grades K-3
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, December 10 - Gingerbread Birdhouses

Celebrate the coming winter season by coming to the nature center to build gingerbread birdhouses! Enjoy views of our feathered friends while building your birdhouse.
Where: Garfield Park Nature Center
When: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Ages 10 and up
How: Register by calling 216-341-3152
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, December 10 - Mr. Jingeling Visits CanalWay Center

For many Clevelanders, the holiday season would not be complete without a trip downtown and a visit with Mr. Jingeling. Before he pops in for a visit we will make a holiday craft. Bring your camera, he will be posing with kids of all ages.  
Where: CanalWay Center
When: 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Register by calling 216-206-1000
Cost: Fee: $5 (2 years & under, 80 years & over free)
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Saturday, December 10 - Holiday Crafternoon & Recycled Card Crafting

Drop by Look About Lodge this afternoon and create a simple craft, or design your own recycled card in honor of the season. Participants are encouraged to bring some of their own old cards and images.
Where: South Chagrin Reservation, Look About Lodge
When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: 8 years - adult
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, December 10 - Meet American Girl Doll Josefina

Travel back in time to the year 1824, and learn what life was like for Josefina. Listen to a chapter from one of her books, watch a DVD, make a craft and enjoy a snack.
Where: Shaker Heights Library, Bertram Woods Branch
When: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: Grade 1-5
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Sunday, December 11 - Eco-Friendly Ornaments

Learn how to use leftover household items to make fun ornaments for the holiday season. Bring along an empty plastic water or pop bottle and/or aluminum can to transform into cool holiday designs!
Where: Garfield Park Nature Center
When: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Monday, December 12 - Club Tech

Got Game? Do you want to create? Join us for Club Tech and gain new skills by exploring FREE software available on-line that you can use to make movies, music, games, websites and lots more! Students entering K-6th grade will learn software and gain 21st century skills that will build their confidence with technology.
Where: Warrensville Library
When: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Who: K-6
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, December 13 - Money and Investing FUNdamentals

"Are You a Smart Consumer?": Learn why shopping around will help you save money! Activities include a game similar to The Price is Right.
Where: Garfield Heights Library
When: 3:30 and 4:30 sessions
Who: Grades K - 6
How: Register for the 3:30pm session here Register for the 4:30pm session here
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, December 13 - Babes in Nature: Winter Wonderland

You're never too young to start learning about nature!
Where: Nature Center at Shaker Lakes
When: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM
Who: Families with little ones
How: Just show up
Cost: Fee per stroller is $5 for members, $7 for non-members
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Tuesday, December 13 - Read, Play, Shop! Story Hour

Each month, children will enjoy listening to the captivating stories read by a Barnes & Noble team member, and participating in fun activities.     One copy of each book will be raffled off at the events. Banes & Noble will have additional copies for sale for families wishing to take a copy home. Mall tenants will also have special offers available to all Story Hour attendees. 
Where: Great Lakes Mall, play area
When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Families & Children
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: December book list:
  • Making a Friend by Alison McGhee / Illustrations by Marc Rosenthal
  • Mouse’s First Snow by Lauren Thompson / Illustrations by Buket Erdogan
  • Fuddles by Frans Vischer
  • Olivia Says Good Night by Farrah McDoogle / Illustrated by Patrick Spaziante
  • We’re Going on a Bear Hunt by Michael Rosen / Illustrated by Helen Oxenbury
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Tuesday, December 13 - Gingerbread House Make It & Take It

Join us for a yummy craft and create your own Gingerbread House! Please bring a candy trim item to share with others in the program. You can call the children's department for some ideas. All other materials will be provided.
Where: Mayfield Library
When: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Grades 1-5
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Wednesday, December 14 - Money and Investing FUNdamentals

"Are You a Smart Consumer?": Learn why shopping around will help you save money! Activities include a game similar to The Price is Right.
Where: Warrensville Library
When: 4:30 and 5:30 sessions
Who: Grades K - 6
How: Register for the 4:30 session here Register for the 5:30 session here
Cost: FREE
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Wednesday, December 14 - Animal Crackers

Come discover the amazing world of turkeys this month with Miss Jenny. We’ll enjoy a story, fun and exciting activities, and a craft.
Where: Brecksville Nature Center
When: 10:00 AM - 11:15 AM
Who: Ages 3-5 with adult, no siblings
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Wednesday, December 14 - Hidden Valley Homeschoolers: Habitat

Food, water, shelter, space, and air are necessities to the survival of all animals. Join us as we discuss the basic needs of animals. We will also find out how the food chain plays a role in every animal’s habitat. 
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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Wednesday, December 14 - Ductivities - Christmas Edition

Make Duct Tape Crafts perfect for gift giving (or gift keeping.)
Where: Mentor Headlands Branch Library
When: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Ages 8 and up
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Teen Scene:

December 10th through December 14th

Saturday, December 10 - Paint the Colors of the Season

Experience the beauty of nature as it changes through the season and shifts in colors and shapes. Through our sketches and photographs, we will paint the same subject at the same location each season throughout the year, taking note of seasonal change. You can bring your own art supplies or call by December 7 to reserve supplies to borrow. Be sure to dress for the weather.
Where: South Chagrin Nature Center, Look About Lodge
When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Ags 14 and up
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, December 10 - Upcycled Holiday Gifts

Why spend money on gifts when you can make your own?  Make unique gifts from recycled materials!
Where: Independence Library
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Grades 6-12
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, December 13 - Teen Gaming Club

Calling all gamers! Join us every month for Wii open play.
Where: Independence Library
When: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: Teens
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, December 13 - Volunteen Opportunity Gingerbread Houses

Teens in grades 6-12 can volunteer to help children in grades 1-5 make gingerbread houses. Community Service hours will be available. Please register on-line or call the teen department to register.
Where: Mayfield Library
When: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Grades 6-12
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, December 13 - Teen Lit Lovers Book Club

Are you an adult who loves to delve into young adult literature or a teen who loves to read and talk about books? If you are, then this is the book club for you! Join us as we chat, rant and rave about a different teen title each month. This month's book is: Thirteen Reasons Why by Jay Asher
Where: Beachwood Library
When: 7:00 PM
Who: Ages 14 to adult
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, December 13 - High School Book Discussion - tell about your favorite books!

Refreshments will be served and each participant will have a choice of a free book to keep!
Where: Orange Library
When: 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM
Who: Grades 9-12
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Wednesday, December 14 through Thursday, December 15 - Teen Sewing Basics 101

From buttons to hemming, need a button replaced, or a skirt or slacks hemmed and not sure how to do it, join us as teens learn the basics of sewing and create their own project during this 2 day workshop. Teens need to bring in a pillow form or polyfill, and any fabric scraps they choose, although fabric is not required.
Where: Maple Heights Library
When: 4:00 PM
Who: Grades 6-12
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Wednesday, December 14 - Candy House Making

Teens in grades 9-12 are invited to build—and EAT—their very own candy house using graham crackers, frosting, and other treats. This event is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth! 
Where: Shaker Heights Librrary, Main Library
When: 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Grades 9-12
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Wednesday, December 14 - Anime Club

Join us to play animated Wii™ games, use the Internet and play Yu-Gi-Oh trading card games. Always popular, we sometimes can set up two screens for dual-game play!
Where: Southeast Library
When: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Who: Teens
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Wednesday, December 14 - Hardware Jewelry for Teens

Learn how to make necklaces, bracelets, earrings, etc. out of things from your dad’s or mom’s toolbox.
Where: Willoughby Library
When: 7:00 PM
Who: Teens
How: Register by calling 440.942.3200
Cost: FREE
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Plan Ahead:

December 15th through December 18th

Thursday, December 15 - Preschoolers: Holiday Traditions

Find out about holiday traditions celebrated by different cultures.  If you can, please bring something along that is a tradition in your family or culture to share with the group. Make something special to remember your visit.
Where: CanalWay Center
When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: Ages 3-5 years
How: Register by calling 216-206-1000
Cost: FREE
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Thursday, December 15 - Mrs. Claus Children's Craft Corner - Nature Tales Story Time

Youngest Garden visitors with an accompanying adult enjoy stories and songs followed by a hands-on activity.
Where: Cleveland Botanical Gardens
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Children
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE with Garden admission  
For more info: www.cbgarden.org
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Thursday, December 15 - Candy House Making

Teens in grades 9-12 are invited to build—and EAT—their very own candy house using graham crackers, frosting, and other treats. This event is sure to satisfy any sweet tooth! 
Where: Shaker Heights Librrary, Bertram Woods Branch
When: 4:15 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Grades 9-12
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Thursday, December 15 - Fractured Fairy Tales

The Solon Library's TEENS volunteer group will be acting out a variety of fractured fairy tales (modernized retellings of classic children's stories) from The True Story of the Three Little Pigs and The Stinky Cheese Man and Other Fairly Stupid Tales, two popular books by author Jon Scieszka.
Where: Solon Library
When: 4:15 PM
Who: For children in grades K-4. 
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Thursday, December 15 - Polar Bear Adventure

Join us on a trip to the North Pole!  We'll be sharing our favorite polar bear stories and a craft.  Hot cocoa will be provided by the Friends of the Library.
Where: Chagrin Falls Library
When: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Who: Kids
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Thursday, December 15 - You Can't Catch Me!

We won't let our gingerbread cookies run away! Children and a favorite adult will have fun decorating cookies and sharing some holiday stories and songs.
Where: Mentor Main Library
When: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Who: Ages 2-7. Children must be accompanied by an adult.
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Thursday, December 15 - Family Literacy Night -Great Books for Kids

Every child's life should be filled with books - at home, at school and anywhere they travel.  Great Books for Kids will share the best of this year's books and toys for kids of all ages - and their families.  Great for gift ideas!
Where: Warrensville Library
When: 6:30 PM
Who: Families
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Thursday, December 15 - Family Game Night

Take a break from the holiday craziness with all kinds of games!
Where: Eastlake Library
When: 7:00 PM
Who: Families
How: Register by calling 440.942.7880
Cost: FREE
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Thursday, December 15 - Twilight Treats

During this drop-in story and craft program for children ages 2-5, we'll start with some great stories and finish with a simple craft. 
Where: Independence Library
When: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Ages 2-5 (parent must accomany)
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, December 17 - Mrs. Claus Children's Craft Corner - Spiced Sachets

Children enjoy a hands on activity in the Mrs. Claus' Spice Shop children's area of WinterShow.   Spiced Sachets by the Western Reserve Herb Society - Capture the fragrance of the season and create scented sachets with your favorite holiday spices. Decorate the home throughout the holiday season or give as a festive gift.
Where: Cleveland Botanical Gardens
When: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: Children
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE with Garden admission  
For more info: www.cbgarden.org
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Saturday, December 17 - Owls - Hunters of the Night

Learn about several species of owls found in Northeast Ohio with a naturalist from the Cleveland Metroparks.  A live owl is part of this program! 
Where: Mayfield Library
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Grades K-5
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, December 17 - Magnet Madness

Make your own magnetic picture frames, marble magnets to organize and decorate your locker.
Where: Garfield Heights Library
When: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Ages 11-16
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, December 17 - Ductigami Gifts 2

What does dad want for the holidays? What does mom need? Are you searching for gift ideas but don’t have a lot of cash? Guaranteed to bring a smile to everyone this holiday, learn how to create beautiful jewelry, awesome wallets, and holiday decorations out of duct tape to impress even the person who has everything. Yes, duct tape: waterproof, indestructible, and available in zebra stripes… even Santa’s jealous. You are also welcome to volunteer to make duct tape flowers to decorate local senior centers for the holidays.
Where: Southeast Library
When: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Ages 8-18 welcome
How: Register online here
Cost: FREE
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Sunday, December 18 - Holiday Cookies Family Cooking Workshop

Participate in a series of cooking workshops created especially for kids. Kids will learn how to create recipes that are easy, delicious, and nutritious. This month we inspire your family's culinary creativity as we prepare our own "Holiday Cookies" from scratch.
Where: The Children's Museum of Cleveland
When: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PM
Who: Recommended for families with children ages 3 and up.
How: Pre-registration is required. Register online here.
Cost: $5 per person workshop fee required. 
For more info: Please call 216-791-7114 for more information.
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Sunday, December 18 - Menorah ROCK!

Celebrate the Festival of Lights with a fun-filled afternoon of Free Family Hanukah activities & performances!
  • Listen to live musical performances with area schools & temples
  • Enjoy hands-on crafts, cookie decorating, kosher refreshments and more!
  • Receive a special Menorah ROCK! photo to take home!
  • Balloons, face painting & gaming stations
  • Activities with The Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage
  • The Cleveland Jewish News will be there too!  Your photo might appear in the CJN!

Presented in partnership with Legacy Village, The Cleveland Jewish News and The Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage.
Where: Legacy Village, Inside the former Joseph-Beth Booksellers space, on Main Street, across from Arhaus Furniture!
When: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: Families
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Macaroni Made: Cinnamon Ornaments

Holiday Craft!

This is so easy, so cute, and it makes the house smell amazing!

Cinnamon Ornaments

What you need:

  • 3/4 cup applesauce
  • 4 oz cinnamon (I found a bottle that was 3.88oz.)
  • Rolling pin
  • Cookie cutters
  • Straw or toothpick
  • String

Mix applesauce and cinnamon together

 

Kneed until it can be rolled out

 

Roll out

 

Cut with cookie cutters

 

Make a hole with a straw or toothpick

Put on rack until dry (1-2 days)

 

String and hang!

 



Macaroni Made

Snowman Soup

This Snowman Soup is sure to warm and delight all North Pole inhabitants alike! After working a long hard day in the Toy Factory or playing Reindeer Games warm up with this sweet soup! 


Ingredients:
1 Cup Fresh Fallen Snow
1/2 Cup Fresh Spun Marshmallows
1 Candy Cane
2 Chocolate Kisses
1 Package of Mrs. Claus’ homemade hot chocolate powder.

Directions:
Pour Mrs. Claus’s Homemade Hot Chocolate powder into and Elf mug.
Add 1 Cup Fresh Fallen Snow.
Warm in the fire for 1 minute until the snow ...


Macaroni Kid Play Date!

At Whole Foods Market Cedar Center

The first Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m., 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 to miss the giveaway! Each month Whole Foods will provide a bag of goodies from the ...


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