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Happy New Year!
Don't forget the MK Calendar!
Welcome to the first newsletter of 2011!
This year is going to be awesome. You know why? Because you will get to plan ahead using the new robust calendar feature! I am doing my best to enter dates as far in advance as possible so you can see what's going on on Cleveland's eastside. Not all of the venues plan more than a month or so in advance but, as soon as I have event info, it will be available for YOU.
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Review & Giveaway: Justin Robert's Jungle Gym
Grammy-nominated artist will be at the Grog Shop!
To a new parents, wading through lists of children's music to find something both you and your little one will enjoy seems daunting. There is so much out there!
Enter Justin Roberts.
I came across a poster at Heinen's last week for his show at the Grog Shop. I came home and found this video for "Willy Was a Whale" on YouTube and had to find out more.
USA Today calls him, "The Paul McCartney of children's music, he's fun and fresh." And they are ...
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Healthy Macaroni Kids
Decrease your White Flour intake!
Highly processed white flour (alias "enriched wheat flour" or "wheat flour") is missing the two most nutritious and fiber-rich parts of the seed: the outside bran layer and the germ (embryo). You can replace white flour with a combination of whole grain flours!
As a general rule, half of the white flour in any recipe can be replaced with whole wheat flour. The rest of the white flour can be replaced with almond flour, soy flour, ground old-fashioned oats or ground flax seeds. Experimentation is important when learning to bake ...
Friday, January 7 through Sunday, January 9 - Disney On Ice presents Disney/Pixar's Toy Story 3
The toys are back in town on January 7th-9th, 12th-14th and 15th-17th! Catch all the heroic action when Buzz Lightyear, Woody, Jessie and the Toy Story gang escape from the rambunctious tots of Sunnyside Daycare and race for home, in their most daring adventure ever! A few new faces join the fun, including Barbie’s groovy bachelor Ken and Lots-o’-Huggin’ Bear. It’s the biggest Toy Story experience on ice, jam-packed with fast-paced adventure such as Buzz’s galactic battle with Emperor Zurg and a hoe-down at Woody’s Roundup.
Where: Quicken Loans ArenaWhen: also 1/12-14Who: FamiliesHow: Visit the Q's website to purchase tickets.Cost: Tickets are priced at $15.00, $21.00, $48.00 and $70.00. $12 Kid’s discount tickets are valid for the following performances: Sat, Jan. 8 at 11 am or 7 pm, Fri, Jan 14 at 7 pm or Sat, Jan 15, at 11 am or 7 pm. Not valid on Front Row or VIP seats. Must purchase 1 adult ticket for up to 4 kid’s discount tickets. No double discounts. Additional fees may apply.For more info: www.theqarena.com
January 8th through January 13th
Saturday, January 8 - The Knack FREE Family Event - Pinewood Derby® Finishing Workshop
Bring in your racer and add a little flair! We'll provide an assortment of cool decals for you to use on your car, plus all the materials you need to make a colorful pennant to help you cheer on your team on race day.
Where: Michael's, Beachwood and Mayfield HeightsWhen: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: (216) 454-0231
Saturday, January 8 - Lowe's Build and Grow - Game Box
Bring your child to Lowe's this weekend and they can build this fun Game Box!
Where: Lowe'sWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: KidsHow: Sign up hereCost: FREE
Saturday, January 8 - Mummy Mania Family Workshops
Families take a trip to Ancient Egypt and unlock the mysteries of this fascinating culture. Learn the science behind mummification with our "Dummy Mummy", make papyrus-like paper and create your name in hieroglyphics!
Where: Children's Museum of ClevelandWhen: 12:30 PM - 1:30 PMWho: Recommended for families with children ages 3+How: Pre-registration required. (Space is limited!)Cost: $5 per person workshop fee requiredFor more info: Please call 216-791-7114 for more information
Saturday, January 8 - Meet American Girl Doll Julie
Listen to a passage from the first book in the doll’s series, play a game, make a craft and enjoy a snack from Julie’s era.
Where: Shaker Heights Library, Bertram Woods BranchWhen: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PMWho: Grades 1-5How: Register here starting 12/27Cost: FREE
Saturday, January 8 - Feel the Beat: Karamu Drum & Dance
Join us for a heart-pounding, soul stirring arrangement of West African drumming and dance. Young and old will be captivated as the Karamu Drummers and Dancers transform the performance space with the sights and sounds of Africa. These incredible performers will engage the whole family in a cross-cultural exchange that only African drumming and dance can do.
Where: Mayfield LibraryWhen: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: The whole familyHow: Just show upCost: FREE
Sunday, January 9 - Sunday Bird Walk
Join us as we search for species from farther north as well as more of the common winter birds. Some binoculars will be available to borrow. Terrain: easy, 2 miles
Where: North Chagrin Nature CenterWhen: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: FamiliesHow: Just show upCost: FREE
Sunday, January 9 - Preschool Green Time
Preschoolers who love nature will love coming to this 2-part nature program (second part on Jan. 28). This month we’ll talk about birds that stay in Ohio for the winter and those that migrate. Arrive up to 30 minutes early to play and socialize.
Where: South Chagrin Reservation, Look About LodgeWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (also 1-2pm)Who: Age: 3 – pre-K with adultHow: Register at [email protected]Cost: FREE
Sunday, January 9 - Recycled Bird Feeders
Bring winter birds to your backyard using recycled items to make a feeder to hang outside.
Where: Cleveland Botanical Garden 11030 East Boulevard Cleveland, Ohio 44106When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: FamiliesHow: No registration required.Cost: FREE with Garden admission
Monday, January 10 - Nintendo DS Game Nights
Bring your Nintendo DS and any linkable games to the library for the opportunity to play with other kids like you! Must have a DS, but games are not required.
Where: Willoughby LibraryWhen: 7:00 PMWho: KidsHow: Registration requiredCost: FREEFor more info: 440-942-3200
Monday, January 10 - Mother/Daughter Book Discussion
Where: Solon LibraryWhen: 7:30 PMWho: Girls in grades 4-5 and their mothersHow: Register online hereCost: FREE
Tuesday, January 11 - Kindermusik (0-18 months)
Kindermusik is a music class in a nurturing environment using imagination, music, dancing & play time.
Where: Willoughby LibraryWhen: 10:00 AMWho: Birth to 18 monthsHow: Registration is required due to limited space.Cost: FREEFor more info: 440-942-3200
Tuesday, January 11 - Kindermusik (18 months - 4 years)
Kindermusik is a music class in a nurturing environment using imagination, music, dancing & play time.
Where: Willoughby LibraryWhen: 10:45 AMWho: 18 months - 4 yearsHow: Registration is required due to limited space.Cost: FREEFor more info: 440-942-3200
Tuesday, January 11 - "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.
Kid's chicken tender meal deal with parent entree purchase.
Where: Seekers Coffee House & Cafe
9443 Mentor Ave.
Mentor, OH 44060When: 6:00 PMWho: The whole familyHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: 440-255-JAVA
Wednesday, January 12 - Balloon and Magic Fun with Flower Clown
Flower Clown will be performing his funny magic tricks and twisting his balloon creations.
Where: Willoughby Hills LibraryWhen: 6:30 PMWho: KidsHow: Registration is required due to limited spaceCost: FREEFor more info: 440-942-3362
Wednesday, January 12 - Feel the Beat: Karamu Drum & Dance
Join us for a heart-pounding, soul stirring arrangement of West African drumming and dance. Young and old will be captivated as the Karamu Drummers and Dancers transform the performance space with the sights and sounds of Africa. These incredible performers will engage the whole family in a cross-cultural exchange that only African drumming and dance can do.
Where: Independence LibraryWhen: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: FamilyHow: Registser online hereCost: FREE
Wednesday, January 12 - Feel the Beat: Karamu Drum & Dance
Join us for a heart-pounding, soul stirring arrangement of West African drumming and dance. Young and old will be captivated as the Karamu Drummers and Dancers transform the performance space with the sights and sounds of Africa. These incredible performers will engage the whole family in a cross-cultural exchange that only African drumming and dance can do.
Where: Independence LibraryWhen: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: FamilyHow: Register online hereCost: FREE
Thursday, January 13 - 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 SolonWhen: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM (also a class at 6:15pm. Kids come in your pj's!)Who: Children under 5 and their parentsHow: Just show upCost: $7 per family (not per child)For more info: email Nicole for more info
Thursday, January 13 - Black History's Great Contributions to the World!
History comes alive! Join us for a unique musical experience through through the ages set to songs, spirituals and call and response chants. Find out what would happen if "Black History" did not exist. Youth will use their imagination to creatively place the puzzle pieces of history back together again.
Where: Independence LibraryWhen: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: Ages 8-14How: Register online hereCost: FREE
Thursday, January 13 - Family Game Night
Bring the whole family and check out our new games section. Try your luck at Split Decision, Billionaire, Rage, Word on the Street, and others.
Where: Border's Book Store, 2101 Richmond Road, Beachwood, OH 44122When: 6:00 PMWho: Best for ages 6 and upHow: Just show upCost: FREE
January 8th through January 13th
Saturday, January 8 - Natural Expressions: Winter Landscape
Express your interest in nature artistically. No experience is necessary to see the beauty in nature and try your hand at a winter landscape in chalk pastels and charcoal. Supplies provided.
Where: South Chagrin Reservation, Look About LodgeWhen: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Ages: 14 years - adultsHow: Registration required 440-247-7075 or [email protected]Cost: FREE
Saturday, January 8 - Robotix Blocks 3.0
Explore the world of Lego Mindstorms, and find out how to teach our robots new tricks. Program a robot to master new challenges, test it out, then watch it go Parents, please see a librarian to complete a photo release for your student prior to the program.
Where: Southeast LibraryWhen: 1:30 PMWho: Ages 11-13How: Register onilne hereCost: FREE
Saturday, January 8 - Young at Art: Snowy Scene
Kids who love art and nature are invited to come and express their creativity. We’ll explore nature in the winter and create an art project. Come prepared for the outdoors and potential messiness. Supplies provided.
Where: South Chagrin Reservation, Look About LodgeWhen: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PMWho: 10 - 13 yearsHow: Registration required. Call 440-247-7075 or email [email protected]Cost: FREE
Saturday, January 8 - Teen Anime Afternoons
Do you enjoy watching anime movies and drawing with friends? Join us for fun and snacks!
Where: Willowick LibraryWhen: 2:00 PMWho: Grades 6-12How: Registration requiredCost: FREEFor more info: 440-943-4151
Saturday, January 8 - ACT Practice Test
Take a free ACT practice test from the Princeton Review. Tests will be scored and reviewed. Learn time management and test strategy techniques at a follow-up session. Registration required
Where: Solon LibraryWhen: 9:30 PMWho: TeensHow: Register online hereCost: FREE
Monday, January 10 - 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 LibraryWhen: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PMWho: Ages 11-18How: Just show upCost: FREE
Monday, January 10 - High School Mother/Daughter Book Discussion
Join us to talk about teen books while enjoying refreshments. Copies of the books are available one month before the discussion.
Where: Solon LibraryWhen: 7:30 PMWho: TeensHow: Register online hereCost: FREE
Tuesday, January 11 - Just for Teens - Surprise Tuesdays
Teens in grades 6-12 can drop in on Tuesdays for a surprise activity which may include crafts, games and more!
Where: Mayfield LibraryWhen: 3:00 PMWho: Grades 6-12How: Just show upCost: FREE
Wednesday, January 12 - 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 LibraryWhen: 3:30 PMWho: TeensHow: Registration not required, though appreciatedCost: FREEFor more info: website
Thursday, January 13 - 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 LibraryWhen: 3:00 PMWho: Grades 6-12How: Just show upCost: FREE
Thursday, January 13 - Candy Wrapper Belt
Get Creative and Fashionable! Join us in Gates Mills and learn how to make a belt out of candy wrappers. All supplies provided.
Where: Gates Mills LibraryWhen: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PMWho: Ages 11 and upHow: Register online hereCost: FREE
January 14th through January 16th
Friday, January 14 - Pop into Spring!
What goes pop in the Spring? Flowers, insects and birds, Oh my! This thrilling pop-up workshop is a Spring favorite. Pop into Spring is created by Medina, Ohio author/illustrator Laurie Lazzaro Knowlton. Participants will spring into action while learning the basics Learn the basics of paper engineering while creating a pop-up book. Registration requested.
Where: Richmond Heights LibraryWhen: 6:30 PMWho: For ages 8 yrs - TeenHow: Register online hereCost: FREE
Friday, January 14 - Family Friday Night: Owl Prowl
In the still silence of a winter’s night, an owl’s call can be heard. Join Naturalist Traci Williams as we prowl for screech, barred, and great horned owls. After the prowl, s’mores and hot chocolate awaits, along with a close encounter with a live owl.
Where: North Chagrin Reservation, Nature Education BuildingWhen: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: Ages: adults, 10 years & over with adultHow: Just show upCost: FREE
Saturday, January 15 - Girl Scout Celebration
Join us for a Girl Scout Day of Fun! Brownies and Daisies can work on requirements to help earn badges:
- Daisies can work on their Green Petal
- Brownies can select from requirements for:
- Art to Wear
- Animals
- Eco-Explorer
- Numbers and Shapes
- Plants
- Watching Wildlife
Where: Cleveland Botanical Garden 11030 East Boulevard Cleveland, Ohio 44106When: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: Brownies and DaisiesHow: Please register scouts in advance by calling 216.721.1600 x100Cost: $3/scout
Saturday, January 15 - Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Tale
It sounds so simple, just a quick trip to the Laundromat with Daddy, Trixie, and her beloved Knuffle Bunny. But, before you know it things go horribly, hilariously wrong. Chock full of adventure, song, and gigantic dancing laundry, Knuffle Bunny: A Cautionary Musical tells a tale of firsts: a stuffed animal's first trip in the laundry, a little girl's first words, and a Daddy's first time dealing with his child going “boneless."
Where: Ohio Theatre, Playhouse SquareWhen: 11:00 AM (also at 2pm)Who: Children with an adult (all guests must have a ticket)How: Purchase tickets online at www.playhousesquare.org or by calling 216-241-6000.Cost: $10 - $14For more info: www.playhousesquare.org
Saturday, January 15 - Baby Sign Language
Want to communicate with your prelingual baby? Learn baby signs together! Research shows this lowers frustration, heightens bonding, and increases IQ scores.
Where: Coventry Village LibraryWhen: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Just show upCost: FREE
Saturday, January 15 - Children's Theater Workshop - Knuffle Bunny
The PlayhouseSquare workshops are a great way to expand your child’s experience at the Children’s Theater Series performances. Led by professional teaching artists these one-hour workshops are fun, educational and only $5. At the Knuffle Bunny workshop your child will create his/her own mixed media cartoon drawing.Please note: This is a workshop and not a performance.
Where: Westfield Insurance Studio TheatreWhen: 12:30 PM (also at 3:30pm)Who: ChildrenHow: Purchase tickets online at www.playhousesquare.org or by calling 216-241-6000Cost: $5For more info: www.playhousesquare.org
Saturday, January 15 - Recycled Bird Feeders
Bring winter birds to your backyard using recycled items to make a feeder to hang outside.
Where: Cleveland Botanical Garden 11030 East Boulevard Cleveland, Ohio 44106When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: FamiliesHow: No registration required.Cost: FREE with Garden admission
Sunday, January 16 - Rock for Tots!: Justin Roberts & the Not Ready for Naptime Players
Justin Roberts is truly one of the “all-stars” of the indie family music scene. He logs thousands of miles on the road each year, leading some to call him the hardest working man in children’s show business. With numerous national awards and recognition and a devoted fan base, Justin and The Not Ready for Naptime Players dish out unexpectedly intelligent and whimsically rocking music for kids and their parents. Justin’s latest CD Jungle Gym ascends through the collective memories of childhood: from the joys of trick or treating and gym class parachutes and sleepovers to the magic stillness of snow days.
Where: Grog Shop, Cleveland HeightsWhen: 3:00 PMWho: The whole familyHow: Purchase tickets online hereCost: $15 or $50 for a family of 4For more info: www.grogshop.gs
Macaroni Plays
Just Snow U Know
Cabin Fever? We know a few fun games to play in the snow!
1. Scavenger Hunt - Freeze colored ice cubes and scatter them around the yard for a fun scavenger hunt!
2. Tic-Tac-Snow - No explanation needed! But still so much fun!
3. Trim a Tree - With berries and popcorn for the birds! Spend indoor time creating and outdoor time decorating!
4. Snow Golf - Pack down area for fairways and bury cups for a fun round or snow golf!
5. Tug-O-War - This is so much fun in the snow. Make sure ...
School Open Houses
January 15, 2011: Open registration day for the 2011-12 school year.To learn about CNS and see our busy classrooms in action, call Sara Miller for a tour: 216-991-3449
January 22, 2011: EC & K Interactive Open House, Hathaway Brown School, 19600 North Park Blvd., Shaker Heights. 10-11:30 a.m. Join us for a fun-filled morning of zoo-themed learning activities, stories and play while parents meet teachers and visit classrooms. HB offers a coed early childhood program with flexible hours for working parents, open to ...
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Jenny
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