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August 9, 2012
News & Events
- Macaroni Kid Cleveland East News
- Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library 1K Fun Walk
- Chicken, Tomato and Cheese Quesadillas
- Cool New Products from Uncle Milton - Daytime Fun
- Advertise with Macaroni Kid Cleveland East
- This Week's Picks
- This Week's Calendar
- Teen Scene
- Plan Ahead
- Flip Flop Wreath
- Come and Play with Macaroni Kid!
- Cleveland Kids Events
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And a Mom's Confession
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As parents, we all have bad days. Some days we want to hide, others to run away and some days we just yell. I know I do and those days may be more than I thought. It was a sobering moment when, just last week, my youngest (2 1/2) was playing with ...
Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library 1K Fun Walk
This exciting event is for all ages and will ...
Chicken, Tomato and Cheese Quesadillas
More from our Fresh Fork Market Summer Share
One of my favorite items from Fresh Fork Market is a whole chicken. We get them a few times during the year and it took me a while to be comfortable not only figuring out how to cook the bird but also what to ...
Cool New Products from Uncle Milton - Daytime Fun
Fun for Curious Kids of All Ages
I have two little girls (almost 5 and 2.5) but that doesn't stop them from wanting to play with bugs, worms and all things creepy crawly. I so wish we had the All Terrain Nature Collector (pictured above) when we were on our last 2 camping trips and had creeks and swamps right ...
Advertise with Macaroni Kid Cleveland East
Business Directory Special
Sunday, August 12 - Cleveland Kids Dance: Fairy Tale Ball
Where: Beachland BallroomWhen: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Admission requiredCost: $5 kids / adults free
Friday, August 17 - ParaNorman In Theaters
Where: Movie Theaters Nationwide!When: n/aWho: Families, Adults, Kids, Everyone! (Macaroni Kid says kids ages 6 and up).How: Go to movie theater, get popcorn and drink, enjoy the show!Cost: Varies by theater location and time.
Friday, August 10 - Family Nights at IWASM
Where: International Women's Air & Space MuseumWhen: n/aWho: FamiliesHow: Call 216-623-1111 to make a reservationCost: $7 (includes food and craft)
Friday, August 10 - RTA Community Day
Where: The Children's Museum of ClevelandWhen: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PMWho: ChildrenHow: Just show upCost: All of the events hosted by RTA ARE FREE AND OPEN TO THE PUBLIC in the Museum parking lot. In addition, those who take RTA and show a pass will receive a $2 discount to The Children’s Museum, making the price only $5 per person on August 10th only. Regular admission price is $7.00.For more info: Please call 216-791-7114 for more information.
Friday, August 10 - Big Truck Day!
Where: Warrensville Library Parking LotWhen: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: All ages are welcome!How: Just show upCost: FREE
Friday, August 10 - Family Fun Fridays At The Play and Learn Station
Where: Play and Learn Station on the 2nd floor of the Shaker Heights Library on Lee and Van AkenWhen: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: Parents and children with special needsHow: Just show upCost: FREE
Friday, August 10 - Little Sprouts Sow and Grow
Where: Western Reserve Historical Society, History CenterWhen: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMWho: PreschoolersHow: Included with History Center admission. Free for WRHS members.Cost: FREE
Friday, August 10 - Brick-by-Brick Construction Team
Where: Garfield Heights LibraryWhen: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: Ages 7-11How: Register online hereCost: FREE
Saturday, August 11 - Plant a Garden Craft Workshop
Where: Pottery Barn Kids, La Place, BeachwoodWhen: 10:00 AM (and 11am)Who: KidsHow: Call (216) 765-0246 to reserve spotCost: $10
Saturday, August 11 - Lowe's Build and Grow -Shrek Dragon Ride
Where: Lowe'sWhen: 10:00 AMWho: KidsHow: Sign up hereCost: FREE
Saturday, August 11 - Sensory Storytime
Where: Maple Heights LibraryWhen: 10:30 AMWho: All agesHow: Register online hereCost: FREE
Saturday, August 11 - Bug City
Where: Garfield Park Nature CenterWhen: 11:00 AM - 4:30 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: For full details click here
Saturday, August 11 - Free Craft for Kids - Garden Collage
Where: Lakeshore Learning Store, 27500 Chagrin Blvd., BeachwoodWhen: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PMWho: Ages 3 and upHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: Please visit here for more information.
Saturday, August 11 - Goodnight, Goodnight Construction Site
Where: Barnes & Noble, Eton Chagrin BlvdWhen: 11:00 AMWho: Preschool ageHow: Just show upCost: FREE
Saturday, August 11 - Healthy Kids Day®
- 1 p.m. - Film Festival
- 2 p.m. - Family Dodgeball
- 2:30 p.m. - Family Zumba
- 3 p.m. - Healthy Kids Day Bingo
Where: Classic Park, EastlakeWhen: 1:00 PM - 4:30 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info:Also Enjoy…• The Lake County 500 sponsored by the Lake County Speedway• Health screening by Lake County General Health District• Disc Golf target practice with Lake Metroparks• Corn Hole by Vitamin Shoppe• Sobriety Test with PLUS• US Marines Obstacle Course• Pictures with SKIPPER!• Kid Zone inflatables, bouncy house and slide
Saturday, August 11 - Captain Underpants
Where: Maple Heights LibraryWhen: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PMWho: For Kids in Kindergarten through 4th GradeHow: Register online hereCost: FREE
Saturday, August 11 - Glow-a-Palooza!
Where: Penitentiary Glen ReservationWhen: 8:00 PM - 12:00 PMWho: This event is designed for families with children of all ages.How: Register online or call the Registration Department at (440) 358-7275 or 800-669-9226.Cost: Adults and children ages two and older: $4
Children younger than 2: free.For more info: More details
Sunday, August 12 - Jewish Food and Culture Festival
Where: Maltz Museum of Jewish HeritageWhen: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: For complete schedule, go to maltzmuseum.org
Sunday, August 12 - Summer Festival and Arts & Craft Sale
Where: Cedar Fairmont, Cleveland HeightsWhen: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: www.cedarfairmount.org
Sunday, August 12 - Lowe's Build and Grow - Shrek Dragon Ride
Where: Lowe'sWhen: 2:00 PMWho: KidsHow: Sign up hereCost: FREE
Sunday, August 12 - America the Beautiful
Where: Lake Metroparks FarmparkWhen: 7:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: More details
Monday, August 13 - Nature Story Time: Under a Shady Tree
Where: Nature Center at Shaker LakesWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: For ages 3-7 years with an adultHow: Register by calling 216-321-5935Cost: $5 per child
Monday, August 13 - Summer Movie Spectacular!
Where: Euclid Library, Shore RoomWhen: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PMWho: FamiliesHow: No registration needed but space is limited.Cost: FREE
Monday, August 13 - Ice Cream Social
Where: Southeast LibraryWhen: 7:00 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Just show upCost: FREE
Tuesday, August 14 - Babes in Nature - Nature's Colors
Where: Shaker Heights Nature CenterWhen: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AMWho: For children ages 2 months to 2 years with caregiver.How: Just show upCost: Fee per stroller is $5 for members, $7 for non-members.
Tuesday, August 14 - Mud Pies and Floats on the Terrace
After making mud pies, you can cool off with an ice-cold, refreshing float. The Garden serves up root beer floats and Orange Crush floats every Tuesday afternoon on Geis Terrace for kids and adults.
Where: Cleveland Botanical GardensWhen: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PMWho: KidsHow: Just show upCost: Garden admission required
Tuesday, August 14 - Bingo Night
Where: Mentor Main LibraryWhen: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Open to those entering grades 2 through 6.How: Register online hereCost: FREE
Tuesday, August 14 - Mission Possible: Marimba Magic
Where: Orange LibraryWhen: 7:00 PM - 8:15 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Register online hereCost: FREEFor more info: Youth under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent/legal guardian to partake in the refreshments.
Wednesday, August 15 through Saturday, August 18 - 114th Annual Feast of the Assumption
Where: Little ItalyWhen: n/aWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: FREE
Wednesday, August 15 - Summer STEPS Drop-In Sessions for Parents, Caregivers and Children
Where: Shaker Heights Main LibraryWhen: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMWho: Birth to age 5 with caregiversHow: Just show upCost: FREE
Wednesday, August 15 - WOW! Wade Oval Wednesday
This WOW! season has something for everyone. There will be returning fan favorite bands as well as new local talent, tasty treats that you remember from summers past, as well as new local food. The fun doesn't stop at intermission either---there will be performances, contests, giveaways, and entertainment while the band takes a break. There is never a shortage of activities and fun for kids of all ages, including crafts and activities, bounce houses and more!
Where: Wade OvalWhen: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: All agesHow: Just show upCost: FREE
Wednesday, August 15 - SUMMER CONCERTS- POP TARTS
Where: Mentor Main LibraryWhen: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Just show upCost: FREE
Wednesday, August 15 - Going Buggy Story/Craft
Where: Garfield Heights LibraryWhen: 6:45 PM - 7:45 PMWho: Ages 6-10How: Register online hereCost: FREE
Thursday, August 16 - Nature Tales Story Time in Hershey Children's Garden
Where: Cleveland Botanical GardensWhen: 11:00 AMWho: KidsHow: Just show upCost: FREE with Garden admissionFor more info: (Story Time will be held indoors in the case of inclement weather.)
Thursday, August 16 - Twilight Treats
Where: Independence LibraryWhen: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Ages 2-5 (parent must accomany)How: Just show upCost: FREE
Friday, August 10 - DIY Nail Art
Where: Mentor Main LibraryWhen: 2:00 PM - 3:45 PMWho: Ages 13+How: Register online hereCost: FREE
Friday, August 10 - America's Next Top Monster
Where: Lee Road LibraryWhen: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PMWho: TeensHow: Register online hereCost: FREE
Saturday, August 11 - Anime/Manga Club
Where: Willoughby LibraryWhen: 1:00 PMWho: TeensHow: Register by calling 440-942-3200Cost: FREE
Saturday, August 11 - TEEN Summer G2P (Video Game Day)
Where: Garfield Heights LibraryWhen: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: For Teens 11-18How: Please register online in person or by calling 216-475-8178Cost: FREE
Monday, August 13 - G2P: Teen Gaming Club
Where: Independence LibraryWhen: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: TeensHow: Register online hereCost: FREE
Wednesday, August 15 through Thursday, August 16 - Mixed Media Camp
Where: Richmond LibraryWhen: 9:30 AMWho: For students 14-18 years old.How: Register online hereCost: FREE
Wednesday, August 15 - Paper Bead Jewelry @ the Library for Teens
Where: Willoughby LibraryWhen: 7:00 PMWho: Ages 11-18How: Register by calling 440.942.3200Cost: FREE
Thursday, August 16 - Teen Mystery Night
Where: Solong LibraryWhen: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PMWho: For students in grades 6-9How: Register online hereCost: FREE
Friday, August 17 - Back to School Carnival
Where: Nottingham Childcare Academy, 18913 Nottingham Road Cleveland, OH 44110When: 12:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show up. Tickets can be purchased at the gate.Cost: Prices vary.
Friday, August 17 - Little Sprouts Sow and Grow
Where: Western Reserve Historical Society, History CenterWhen: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PMWho: PreschoolersHow: Included with History Center admission. Free for WRHS members.Cost: FREE
Saturday, August 18 - Last Stop Willoughby
Where: Downtown WilloughbyWhen: 8:00 AM - 11:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: With the exception of the Taste of Willoughby - everything is FREE
Saturday, August 18 - Free Craft for Kids - Crawly Caterpillar
Where: Lakeshore Learning Store, 27500 Chagrin Blvd., BeachwoodWhen: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PMWho: Ages 3 and upHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: Please visit here for more information.
Saturday, August 18 - Baby Bear Sees Blue
Where: Barnes & Noble, Eton Chagrin BlvdWhen: 11:00 AMWho: Preschool ageHow: Just show upCost: FREE
Saturday, August 18 - The Hunger Games Viewing Party
Where: Mentor Main LibraryWhen: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: TeensHow: Register online hereCost: FREE
Saturday, August 18 - Family Game Day
Where: Garfield Heights LibraryWhen: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Register online hereCost: FREE
Saturday, August 18 - Rolodex Scrapbook
Where: Eastlake LibraryWhen: 2:00 PMWho: Ages 11-18How: Register by calling 440.942.7880Cost: FREE
Flip Flop Wreath
Macaroni Crafts
Flip flops are a summertime essential and they come in so many colors and patterns. We used flip flops we purchased at the dollar store to make this colorful and fun wreath perfect for summertime! Thanks to my cousin Kimberly for the idea and materials and my mother-in-law Bonnie for her creative talent and time!
Materials (makes 2 wreaths):
- Flip flops in different colors and patterns; we used 6 different solid colors
- Hot glue gun or E-6000 adhesive
- Something for the decoration on top; we used raffia and a seashell ...
Come and Play with Macaroni Kid!
Thanks for the great time, everyone! We will return to Whole Foods on September 5, 2012!
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!
Upcoming dates:
September 5, 2012
October 3, 2012
November 7, 2012
December 5, 2012
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 ...
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Have a great weekend in Cleveland!
Jenny
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