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Welcome to our new subscribers from our past events, North Texas Kid's Expo, Allen Trek and Run, Baby Disco, and Mom's Night Out at Firewheel Center.

Congrats to Carrie Clark, our winner of the Mom's Gift Basket.  Email shaynam@macaronikid to claim your prize!

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Welcome to Macaroni Kid!  I hope you will find Macaroni Kid your new go to place for all the happenings in our area.   Keep ...


It's Bug Season!

Bugables® Mosquito Repellent Stickers

According to the National Pest Management Association, an unseasonably warm winter is expected to bring bugs and pests out of hibernation early this year, meaning we’re in store for prolonged mosquito season. Rather than turning to toxic bug sprays to fight against mosquito-borne viruses like West Nile and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), Mom’s everywhere can count on PIC® to help protect their families from dangerous mosquito bites with two unique products that provide maximum protection with all-natural ingredients that don’t need to be applied to skin.
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Laughing Pizza In Concert

At Simon Kidgits Club Mini Chefs Event

LaughingPizza will be at the Simon Kidgits Club Mini Chefs Event at the Firewheel Town Center in Garland, this Sat. May 26th for a concert and meet and greet!

The Kidgits event is from 12Noon-3:00 PM in the park area of the mall and plan on the concert starting at 1PM.  There will be vendors, crafts, activities, and a day full of culinary delight for the kids to go along with the concert!

Come for a fun FREE day of fun with Laughing Pizza! Get to talk to them ...

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 ...

Macaroni Movies

First Position Review and Giveaway!

For the young dancers at the Youth America Grand Prix, one of the world's most prestigious ballet competitions, lifelong dreams are at stake. With hundreds competing for a handful of elite scholarships and contracts, practice and discipline are paramount, and nothing short of perfection is expected. Bess Kargman's award-winning documentary, FIRST POSITION, follows six young dancers as they prepare for a chance to enter the world of professional ballet, struggling through bloodied feet, near exhaustion and debilitating injuries all while navigating the drama of adolescence. A showcase of ...

Macaroni Movies

What To Expect When Expecting

Inspired by the perennial New York Times bestseller of the same name and the first book in a series that has sold over 32 million copies worldwide, WHAT TO EXPECT WHEN YOU’RE EXPECTING is a hilarious and heartfelt big screen comedy about five couples whose intertwined lives are turned upside down by the challenges of impending parenthood. Over the moon about starting a family, TV fitness guru Jules and dance show star Evan find that their high-octane celebrity lives don’t stand a chance against the surprise demands of ...

Macaroni Tips

Sunscreen Tips and Facts!

We all know how important sunscreen is, but thought I’d share a few tips and facts with you all!

While sunscreen is important to use year round, we tend to spend a lot more time outdoors in the sunshine during the summertime, so be prepared!

Create a morning routine for yourself AND your kids that includes a first coat of sunscreen. For my kids, I use a non-oily moisturizer with a 30 SPF on them after they brush their teeth each morning. Then before they go outside, I apply ...


Reading With Ringling Brothers

Clowns Take Reading Serious at DFW Public Libraries

Want to learn what it takes to soar on the flying trapeze or just what goes into those cream pies that the clowns throw?  Then join Kelly, Slappy and Monday, Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey Ambassadors of Laughter, for some serious fun on at area libraries throughout June and July.  They will be bringing smiles and laughs to kids at more than 80 libraries in the Metroplex.

Kelly, Slappy and Monday are no class clowns, but are certain to add amusement to a special 30-minute circus storytime, which will encourage ...


Work From Home

Looking For Home Business Consultants

Get Inspired, Make Money & Do it at Home!

I am often asked if I know of legitimate companies that allow moms or dads to work from home and actually make money?  I get this question nearly once a week, and the answer is always YES! I know of many, many companies that will allow you to work from home, spend more time with your kids, have fun, and best of all - MAKE MONEY! Let's be honest, we all want to make more $$ and why not do it (mostly) from ...

This Week's Picks:

May 17th through May 19th

Thursday, May 17 through Sunday, May 20 - Butterfly Festival


Stroll through the temporary butterfly habitat, and feed the butterflies by hand with cotton swaps soaked in juice.
Where:
  Collin Creek Mall
811 North Central Expy.
Plano, TX 75075
When: n/a
Who: *
How: May 11 - May 20
10am-6pm Mon-Sat; 12-6 pm Sun. Through May 20.
Cost:
  $6 adults; $3 children.
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Friday, May 18 - Story Time with Miss Genie

Ms.Genie Hammel will entertain and enrich children's minds and spirits with her unique presentations, playing the harpsichord, and using Rags the sassy puppet, flannel board stories and participation from all children.
Where: Interurban Railway Museum
901 E. 15th St.
Plano, TX 75074
When: 10:30 AM (Every Friday except holidays)
Who: *
How: *
Cost: Free
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Friday, May 18 - Night Lights

Night Lights is a program that serves families with special needs in the Dallas area by giving them a respite night. Children with special needs and their siblings are welcome to come and enjoy different activities such as arts & crafts, computer games, a special show, gym time, and much more. Every child is assisted by a volunteer.
Where: Lovers Lane Methodist Church
9200 Inwood Rd.
Dallas, TX 75220
When: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Who: Children are admitted between the ages of 6mo - 18yrs.
How: *
Cost: Free
For more info: raysoflightdallas.org
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Friday, May 18 - PajamaRama

Put on your jammies for a night of fun! Children can wear their PJs and enjoy stories, crafts and a snack. All ages are welcome
Where: a Real Bookstore
113 Prairie Rd.
Fairview, TX 75069
When: 7:30 PM (Every Friday)
Who: *
How: *
Cost: FREE
For more info: arealbookstore.com
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Saturday, May 19 through Sunday, May 20 - Kid Toons

KidToons at Studio Movie Grill will run yearlong as a fun opportunity to start a new family tradition of cartoons on Sat & Sun mornings for only $2. 
Where: Studio Movie Grill
When: n/a
Who: Fun For All
How: *
Cost: $2
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Saturday, May 19 - 5th Annual Prosperity Place Fun Run and Family Festival

Walk or run in the 5K or 1 mile family fun run, and enjoy games and activities for all ages. Proceeds will benefit Prosperity Place, a non-profit organization for families with children with special needs.
Where: Frisco Square
6136 Frisco Square Blvd.
Frisco, TX 75034
When: 7:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: *
How: May 19
Cost: $20 per person; $30 for a family with up to five members.
For more info: prosperityplace.org
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Saturday, May 19 - Rock The Block

Walk or run the 1-mile fun run, 5K or 10K routes, and enjoy balloon artists and bounce houses for the kids. Proceeds will benefit The Jim Utley Foundation.
Where: The Shops at Legacy
7161 Bishop Rd.
Plano, TX 75024
When: 8:00 AM
Who: *
How: May 19
Cost: Registration start at $15.
For more info: donteventryit.org
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This Week's Calendar:

April 17th through May 3rd

Tuesday, April 17 through Monday, May 28 - Scarborough Renaissance Festival

Step back in time to a 16th-century English village featuring jousting knights, artisans, a slew of performances by entertainers, food and a variety of demonstrations (falconry, candle making, glass blowing) and more. Days: Weekends and Memorial Day Monday 10 AM to 7 PM. Discount tickets can be purchased online.
Where: 2511 FM 66, Waxahachie
When: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM
Who: *
How: Through May 28
Cost: Cost: $9/kids 5-9 yrs; Kids 4 & under free; $22/Adults purchased online; $24/Adults at the gate
For more info: http://www.srfestival.com/
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Thursday, May 3 through Sunday, September 9 - Scholastic's The Magic School Bus™ Kicks Up A Storm

Take a ride with Ms. Frizzle and her friends with Scholastic's The Magic School Bus™ Kicks Up A Storm at the Museum of Nature & Science. Send hot air balloons soaring in Ms. Frizzle’s Classroom, make a snowflake in The Weather Observatory or mix up your own wild weather "live" from the TV studio in the Walkerville Weather Center! Book readings select Saturdays. Free to members and included with the cost of general admission for non-members.
Where: Museum of Nature & Science in Fair Park 1318 South Second Avenue Dallas, Texas 75210
When: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: *
How: Through 9/9/2012
Cost: General exhibit admission $10 for adults; $9 for seniors 62+ and students 12-17; $7 for children 2-1
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Teen Scene:

May 17th through May 21st

Thursday, May 17 - Just Chill @ Haggard’s Teen Zone

It’s your room and your time. Meet friends, learn crafts, play video games watch a movie, listen to CDs, or talk about books. 
Where: Haggard Library
2501 Coit Rd.
Plano, TX 75075
When: 4:00 PM
Who: Grades 6-12.
How: Every Thursday
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://planolibrary.org/
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Thursday, May 17 - Teen Anime Club - Cosplay

Do you like to read manga, watch anime, eat Japanese candy, play DDR, cosplay and hang out with your fellow otaku? Dress as your favorite character and compete in the cosplay contest.
Where:
Frisco Public Library - Teen Room
6101 Frisco Square Blvd.
Frisco, TX 75034
When: 6:00 PM
Who: Teens
How: May 17
Cost: Free
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Monday, May 21 - Monday Night Madness

Bowling, Billiards, and Laser Tag only $9.95! All you can play video game card only $9.95! $20 FUNcard only $9.95! Choose any or all of these great offers!
Where: Main Event 9375 Dallas Parkway Frisco, TX 75034
When: 4:00 PM
Who: Fun for tweens, teens, and families
How: Call ahead for reserving lanes
Cost: $9.95 for most offers
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Plan Ahead:

May 25th through June 5th

Friday, May 25 through Sunday, May 27 - City Art's Festival

Come out and enjoy ongoing entertainment; a fantastic children’s area featuring crafts, hands-on activities and family-fun entertainment; shopping at Cityarts Marketplace; “dancing water” shows; a culinary showcase featuring demos with some of Texas’ top chefs, plus craft beer, wine and liquor tastings; and more.
Visit cityartsfestival.com for complete list of activities and times.
Where: Fair Park
When: 6:00 PM
Who: *
How: Free and open to the public, CityArts Festival will run from 6 - 10 p.m. Friday (May 25); 11 a.m. - 10 p.m. Saturday (May 26); and 11 a.m. - 6 p.m. Sunday (May 27)
Cost: Free and open to the public
For more info:


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Friday, May 25 - Costume Character Story Time

Enjoy story time with Arthur the aardvark from the books by Marc Brown.
Where:
Barnes & Noble, Plano/Creekwalk
801 W. 15th St.
Plano, TX
When: 7:00 PM
Who: *
How: May 25
Cost: Free
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Saturday, May 26 - Movies by the Creek

Movie Last Saturday of the Month at Dusk
May 26 "You've Got Mail"
Spread a blanket ON THE GREEN or dine alfresco at our restaurants while watching blockbusters on our huge outdoor screen
Where: Waters Creek in Allen
When: At Dusk
Who: *
How: May 26 - "You've Got Mail"
June 30 - "Father of the Bride"
July 28 - "Hugo"
August 25 - "Sherlock Holmes II"
September 29 - "Ferris Bueller's Day Off"
October 27 - "Despicable Me"
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.watterscreek.com/featured/movies
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Saturday, May 26 - Kidgits Club Little Chefs with Laughing Pizza

Join us for a day of culinary delight at our Simon Kidgits Club Mini Chefs event! Lots of crafts and activities for the kids.

Plus, you won't want to miss a LIVE performance by Laughing Pizza!
Where:
Firewheel Town Center
245 Cedar Sage Rd., Garland, TX 75040
When: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: *
How: May 26
Cost: FREE
For more info: https://www.facebook.com/events/386242351387432/
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Saturday, May 26 - Saturday Night Rec N Roll - Blow Out Bash

Celebrate the end of the school year with sports including dodge ball, pool and table tennis and other activities.
Where: Joe Farmer Recreation Center
1201 E. Bethany Dr.
Allen, TX
When: 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Who: For children in third-sixth grade. Supervision is provided.
How: May 26
Cost: $5 one-time fee for identification card. Available until 5:30pm.
For more info: cityofallen.org
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Monday, May 28 - Memorial Day Patriotic Pops

Round off the three-day weekend with a free Memorial Day with a patriotic performance by the Allen Philharmonic Orchestra and Symphony Chorus.
Where: Joe Farmer Recreation Center Amphitheater
1201 East Bethany Dr.
Allen, TX
When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: *
How: May 28
Cost: Free
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Tuesday, June 5 - 1st Tuesday Dallas Museum of Art

Enjoy FREE general admission and a fun-filled day of hands-on art projects, family tours, story times, gallery activities, and performances for children.
Where: Dallas Museum of Art 1717 North Harwood, Dallas
When: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Families, playgroups, day cares, and homeschoolers are welcome!
How: Come and enjoy
Cost: Free
For more info: http://dallasmuseumofart.org/Family/FirstTuesdays/index.htm for full events
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MOM I'm Hungry!!

Kids Eat Free or Cheap

Welcome to the Macaroni Kid's Eat Free Page.  Please note that locations and chains are subject to change at anytime so please call ahead to confirm.  Are you a restaraunt that offers Free or Cheap nights for families?  Send your info to shaynam@macaronikid.com

Kid's Eat Free Or Cheap

SUNDAY:

Blue Mesa Grill - Sunday Brunch Only.  All DFW locations.  Kids eat free with pruchase of adult brunch.  5 and younger only.

Cafe Brazil - All Dallas-Fort Worth locations. Free kid's meal with the purchase of an adult ...


Crunchy Raisin French Toast

Stuffed with Strawberries and Cream Cheese

Crunchy french toast, fresh strawberries and cream cheese, make a great treat for any day of the week!

Ingredients:
4 eggs
1/4 cup milk
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
8 slices cinnamon raisin bread
2 cups crushed cereal flakes (corn, bran, etc) - We used Kashi 7 Whole Grain Flakes
1 cup whipped cream cheese
1 cup diced fresh strawberries
2 tsp powdered sugar
Oil

Directions:
Crack eggs into medium size shallow bowl, beat lightly with a fork. Add milk and vanilla and stir well.

Crush cereal flakes and place in ...

Macaroni Freebies?

Kids Bowl Free

Be sure to register your kids for Kids Bowl Free and enjoy family fun this summer!

Registered Kids receive 2 Free games every day from May 1 - Aug 30.
Plano Super Bowl
2521 K Ave
Plano, TX, 75074
(972) 881-0242

Registered Kids receive 2 Free games every day from May 1 - Sept 15.
Strikz Entertainment in Frisco
8789 Lebanon Road
Frisco, TX, 75034
(972) 668-5263


Registered Kids receive 2 Free games every day from May 1 - Aug 31.
Allen Bowl
1011 S Greenville Ave
Allen, TX, 75002-3315
(972) 727-9108

Macaroni Learning

Floating Popcorn Kernels-Science

Show your kids some science with items you probably have right now. 

What you need:

  • A clear, tall container
  • 3 cups of water--You can see in the video that I did not measure anything
  • 1/4 to 1/3 cup of baking soda
  • 1/8 cup of unpopped popcorn kernels
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup of white vinegar

What you do:

  1. Mix baking soda and water in the clear container
  2. Add corn kernels
  3. Pour in vinegar--do this part in or near the sink. I'm surprised mine didn't ...

Macaroni Recipe

Easy Hot Fudge Chocolate Ice Cream Cake

Summer is Hot!  Cool Down with a homemade Ice Cream Cake!

Here's what you will need:
Ice Cream in a rectangular box package
Cake
Bottle of store bought Hot Fudge

Step 1: Bake the cake as directed using a bread loaf pan.  You will not use all of the cake mix!  Pour batter into pan so that it is about 1.5 inches deep.   Baking the cake in a bread loaf pan makes it very easy to shave it down to match the size of the ice cream layer ...


Yes Our Business Directory Is FREE for a year!

We are thrilled to bring you a new addition to Macaroni Kid - our Business Directory. This new resource will feature the best kid-friendly products, services, stores, restaurants, and other businesses catering to families in the Collin County area.  It is just starting to take off, so please take a moment to check out and support these local businesses.  You can CLICK HERE or check out the link to the left of your screen, under Connect.


For Local Businesses:
Macaroni Kid would like to invite you to be a part of ...


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