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Updates, Changes, and Hawaiian Falls Giveaway Entries
Are you keeping cool this summer? Need to break away and splash your cares away with waves, pools, slides, and fun? Then you need to enter the Hawaiian Falls Family 4 Pack Giveaway! Go Here for the details. Winning is so easy and fun! Coming up in the next few weeks we have giveaways for ToothSoap, MP4 Player with speakers and ITunes gift card, a Target Giftcard, Family Four-Pack to Dallas Museum of Nature and Science, and more so stay tuned!
Starting this week you will notice a few changes ...
In This Issue:
This week's Issue:
- From The Momma: Editor's Note to You
- Macaroni Tip of the Week - Recycle Crayons
- Top 10 Reasons To Subscribe To Macaroni Kid
- This Week's Pick
- This Week's Calendar
- Teen Scene
- Plan Ahead
- Macaroni Craft - Noodle Box
- Macaroni Recipe - Banana Split Cake
- Macaroni Shout Outs - Circus Tickets Winner
- Macaroni Kids - My Kid Said....
- Directory and Advertising
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Macaroni Tip of The Week
Recycle Crayons
If you're child is anything like mine then they love to draw and color. I love watching her pick out colors and scribble her masterpiece on paper for Momma and Poppa to adore and praise her for. What I don't love is the endless boxes of broken crayons. I keep tearing the paper back to reveal more crayon to be used but she doesn't really like using broken ones. But being that crayons are made out of wax why not reuse them and turn them into crayons ...
Top 10 Reasons To Subscribe To Macaroni Kid
10. What a better way to get away from spend time with the in-laws and kids but at great events and outings all at your finger tips. Your not confined in the house and there are plenty of distractions!
9. The local park is great and the kids love going, but if you go on that "around the world" ride one more time your sure to get sick. With the events and ideas you'll find at Mac Kid you are sure to wear out your kids. Plain and Simple ...
July 15th through July 20th
Thursday, July 15 through Sunday, July 18 - Frisco RoughRiders Home Games
Take in a ballgame at this kid-friendly park. Homegames include activities for the whole family, including the hilarious mascot, Deuce, games, food, music and lots of action on the diamond!
Where: Dr Pepper Ballpark/Frisco RoughRiders
7300 Roughrider Trail
Frisco, TXWhen: n/aWho: Fun For AllHow: Show up and buy your ticketsCost: Tickets start at $7For more info: 972-731-9200
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Thursday, July 15 through Sunday, October 31 - Allen Sprinkler Park
Allen Parks and Recreation is excited to host a unique spray ground area next to the kidMania handicap accessible playground.
Where: Celebration Sprinkler Park 701 Angel Parkway in AllenWhen: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Closed For Maintenance on Wednesdays)Who: 2-12 YearsHow: Just Show upCost: FreeFor more info: Please go to their wesite for rules http://www.cityofallen.org/departments/parks_recreation/parks/celebration_rules_and_hours.htm
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Thursday, July 15 through Thursday, July 29 - Family Story Time Allen Library
Story Time for family
Where: Allen Public Library 300 N. Allen DriveWhen: 11:15 AM - 11:45 AMWho: 2-6 yearsHow: Just Show UpCost: Free
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Thursday, July 15 through Thursday, July 22 - Poet's Corner
Word games and poetry writing for children
Where: Allen Public Library 300 N. Allen DriveWhen: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: Ages 8-11How: Just Show UpCost: Free
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Friday, July 16 - Family Nights
Come cool down with Family Night.
Admission for natatorium and Joe Farmer Recreation members is FREE and a pass must be shown to enter. Space is limited.
Where: Ford Park Pool 632 Park Place Drive in AllenWhen: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM (August 20th as well)Who: AnyoneHow: Just show up but space is limitedCost: $3/person; 6 & under - Free
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Saturday, July 17 - Together Time Storytime Allen Library
Storytime for young ones.
Where: Allen Public Library 300 N. Allen DriveWhen: 10:15 AM - 10:45 AMWho: Ages 2 and 3How: Just Show UpCost: Free
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Saturday, July 17 - Aunt Mikki's Kidfish
Every Saturday, your kids will get the chance to learn the latest fishing tips when they join Aunt Mikki's Kids Fishing Club. They'll pick up some great goodies on the way! When you pick the kids up, you may even want to explore a bit yourself: There is always something to discover at Bass Pro, with museum-quality animal displays and a large aquarium.
Where: Bass Pro Shop
2501 Bass Pro Dr.
Grapevine, TXWhen: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Fun For All KidsHow: Just Show up and they can joinCost: FreeFor more info: 972-724-2018
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Saturday, July 17 - Hawaiian Night
Water, music, games, prizes, food, outdoor movie and fun for the whole family!
Where: Juanita Maxfield Aquatic Center 1701 North McDonald in McKinneyWhen: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PMWho: Fun For AllHow: Just Show UpCost: Ages 10 and Older $3, Under age 9, $2
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Saturday, July 17 - Summer Jam" Music Festival
The National Historic Landmark Heritage Farmstead Museum
welcomes the community and acoustic musicians to enjoy“Summer Jam Saturdays”. Visitors are invited to bring your family, friends a blanket, and picnic basket and relax and enjoy music provided by local musicians while experiencingthe great outdoors in a beautiful historic setting. Fireflies included.
Where: Heritage Farmstead Museum 1900 West 15th Street Plano, Texas 75075When: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM (3rd Saturday of Each Month)Who: FamiliesHow: Bring a blanket and picnic basket and enjoyCost: Donation: $2.00 per personFor more info: 972-881-0140 www.heritagefarmstead.org
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Tuesday, July 20 - Pajama Puppet Show
Come dressed in your pajamas for the show. All ages.
Where: Schimelpfenig Library
5024 Custer Road
Plano, TX, TX 75023When: 7:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just show upCost: Free
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July 15th through July 21st
Thursday, July 15 through Thursday, July 22 - Heard Musuem
There are always many things to do, see and experience at the Heard. The sanctuary, nature trails, native plant garden, education department, exhibits and collections, nature store and rental facilities provide visitors with an array of services and activities.
Where: Heard Museum
1 Nature Place
McKinney, Texas 75069When: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Mon-Sat)Who: Perfect for any family.How: Buy tickets online or at the door.Cost: Adults $8 Seniors & Children 3-12 $5 Children 2 and Under freeFor more info: Visit http://heardmuseum.org/ for more details on what all is available.
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Thursday, July 15 - Farmer Duck Tour
Want the kids to learn about chores—while having fun? This tour begins with a reading from Farmer Duck by Martin Waddell and Helen Oxenbury. Kids will learn about chores—from the old days to today—and get the opportunity to learn about history through hands-on activities like feeding chickens, washing dishes and milking Odessa the teaching cow. Feel free to stick around afterward for a picnic.
Where: Heritage Farmstead Museum
1900 W. 15th St.
Plano, TXWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (Every Thursday thru Sept 2)Who: For all kidsHow: Come and LearnCost: $5 children; $3 adults.
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Thursday, July 15 through Saturday, July 17 - Live on the Green At Watters Creek in Allen
Spread a blanket or come hungry and dine alfresco style on one of the numerous patios overlooking the stage on The Green all while enjoying the music from local bands and boogie down and make a night of it! Kids will love climbing on the cow sculpture and feeding the ducks in the creek while mom and dad relax in the grass.
Blankets allowed. No lawn chairs, coolers or alcohol permitted.
Where: Watters Creek in Allen TXWhen: 6:30 PMWho: Fun for the whole family.How: Come enjoyCost: Free to listen, restaraunt prices vary
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Thursday, July 15 - Vocals for Locals
Bring the whole crew out for family-friendly entertainment from groups like Emerald City, Time Machine, Steve Helms Band, The Project and Le Freak. Proceeds from donation drives benefit the Boys & Girls Clubs of Collin County, Collin County Humane Society, Allen Arts Alliance, The Samaritan Inn and Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary.
Where: The Village at Fairview
201 Stacy Road
Fairview, TXWhen: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Every Thursday thru July 22)Who: The Whole CrewHow: Just Show UpCost: Free, Donations Welcome
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Thursday, July 15 - Jammin In June
Bring the entire family, blankets, lawn chairs and picnic basket and coolers for this evening of fun & music as you enjoy the sounds of summer.
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June 10 - Needfire (Celtic rock)
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June 17 - Studio 54 (Rock/Disco party band)
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June 24 - John Wynn String Fever (featuring art by Annie Royer)
Where: McKinney Parks Recreation & Open Space presents this series at Towne Lake Park.When: 7:30 PM - 9:00 PMWho: Entire FamilyHow: Bring your own seating and foodCost: FREE
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Friday, July 16 - Preschool Story Time
Read a railroad-themed book with a conductor at this weekly storytime. Please call ahead (same day) to make reservations.
Children must be with a parent at all time, no drop offs.
Where: Interurban Railway Museum
901 E. 15th St.
Plano, TX 75074When: 10:30 AMWho: Preschool age children and a parentHow: Call 972/941-2117 to reserve a spotCost: FREE
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Friday, July 16 - Family Night Frisco Fire Safety Town
Bring your own bike or borrow one for a trip through this safety town, made to look like a replica of Frisco. During the trip, kids will learn bike safety and other general safety advice from a fire station representative. Afterward, hear a story in the mini fire station, assemble a first aid kit, see a real fire engine and more.
Where: Frisco Fire Safety Town
8601 Gary Burns Drive
Frisco, TXWhen: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM (Every Fri Throuh Aug 27)Who: Any one who loves bike ridingHow: Come and PlayCost: Free.For more info: 972/292-6350
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Friday, July 16 through Friday, July 16 - Friday Night Frenzy
The coaching staff hosts this exciting event and all monies received go into the Coaches Education Fund. It is a night out for both parents and children alike. The children will enjoy a snack, games, pit time, trampolines and special activities. You must prepay. Space is limited.
Where: North Star Gymnastics and Cheer 9983W. University Dr. (Highway 380) McKinney, Tx 75071When: 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM (Every Friday Night)Who: Ages 3 and up. 3 year olds must be potty trained. Open to the public.How: Must pre-register and prepay, $3 charge for late fee.Cost: $20For more info: Email : Questions@northstargymnastics.com
Call : 972.562.2777
Website: http://www.northstargymnastics.com/index.php?id=73
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Friday, July 16 through Saturday, July 17 - Kid's Night Out - McKinney
Kids' Night Out in McKinney offers recreation, food, and entertainment for kids ages 8-13 in a safe, well supervised, lock-in environment. Come join the fun! Dancing with a live D.J., Gym Games, Basketball, Dodgeball, Scooter Hockey and Football, inflatables, Contests, Special Theme Nights. Win Prize Cards All Night!
Where: McKinney Community Center 2001 S Central Expressway, McKinneyWhen: 7:00 PM - 11:00 PMWho: Fun for ages 8-13How: Feel out the drop off form and sign your child in upon drop off. Friday and Saturday nights only.Cost: $12 Cash OnlyFor more info: For More Info E-mail at info@kidsniteout.org
Call (303) 903-6150 Website http://www.kidsniteout.org/default.htm
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Friday, July 16 - Dine In Movie at Hawaiian Falls
"Dive In Movie" features are free to anyone with paid admission or season passes and you can arrive anytime during the day to play and then stay for the movie. On Dive In Movie nights, the park attractions stay open a little later with all rides gradually shutting down by 8:00 p.m. Those that want to stay for the movie move down to the wave pool. Waves are turned off around 8:30 p.m .and the movie begins at dusk, usually around 8:45 p.m. Guests are welcome to swim, float on a tube, sit in the water or just lounge in a chair around the pool during the movie.
Where: North Garland Hawaiian FallsWhen: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PM (This Week is Star Trek)Who: Anyone with a paid admission to HF for that dayHow: Pay for your admission, play all day then enjoy the movieCost: Cost of Admission varies with ages
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Friday, July 16 - Movies In The Square
Join Frisco families under the stars for an outdoor screening of favorite family flicks, like All Dogs Go to Heaven, Where the Wild THings Are, The NeverEdning Story, The Black Stallion and more! Bring your own lawn chairs. Concessions available for purchase.
Where: Simpson Plaza
6101 Frisco Square Blvd.
Frisco, TXWhen: 8:30 PM (Every Fri through July 30 except July 2)Who: FamiliesHow: Come and EnjoyCost: FreeFor more info: 469/633-1721
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Saturday, July 17 - Lowe's Build and Grow Clinic
Build and Grow kid's clinics are a great way to help build confidence! Each participant also receives a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch, and a certification of merit upon completion of their project.
This project is out of this world! Bring your child to Lowe's and they can build this UFO! Includes stickers and a blinking light!
Where: Your Local Lowe'sWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: Perfect for children age 5-12How: Go to the website and register to reserve your spotCost: FreeFor more info: https://lowesbuildandgrow.com/Home.aspx
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Saturday, July 17 - Hand Drumming Workshop
Learn djembe, dunduns and West African rhythms on drums that are available for use.
Where: Old Settler`s Recreation Center 1201 E. Louisiana Street McKinney,TX 75069When: 10:00 AMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: $5
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Saturday, July 17 - Grooving at the Groove
Spend your Saturday night outdoors (weather permitting) enjoying the live performances of area musicians. Bring your own lawn chairs and/or blankets.
Where: The Grove at The Village of Allen
190 E. Stacy Road
Allen, TXWhen: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: AnyoneHow: Just Show UpCost: FREE
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Monday, July 19 through Monday, August 30 - Little Tike's Adventures
Come For A Story, Stay For An Activity
Topics: Flowers, Butterflies, Birds, Bats, Trees, Rabbits, Bugs, and Many More
Where: Heard Museum McKinney TXWhen: 10:30 AMWho: ChildrenHow: Come and EnjoyCost: Free For Kids
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Monday, July 19 through Thursday, July 22 - Studio Movie Grill
Beat the heat and catch and indoor summer movie at the best prices around! This week's movie:
Where: Studio Movie Grill 4721 West Park Blvd, Plano, TXWhen: 11:00 AMWho: FamiliesHow: Click here to purchase ticketsCost: Cost: $1/kids; $2/Adults
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Monday, July 19 - Story Time at McKinney Liabrary
Come and enjoy reading, fingerplays, songs and stories.
Where: Roy and Helen Hall LIbrary.When: 7:00 PM - 7:30 PMWho: A program for the whole family.How: Come enjoyCost: FreeFor more info: Join in on the bi-lingual program on Wednesdays from 7:00 - 7:30!
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Tuesday, July 20 through Saturday, September 4 - Reading with Ringling
The reading program is easy and fun for kids to participate. Kids can earn a FREE circus ticket to any Dallas/Fort Worth Ringling Bros. performance in July and August by simply doing their library reading! In order to earn a prize, a child must read (or be read to) as many hours as s/he is old. After children have completed their goals, they can earn a Free circus ticket to any Dallas/Fort Worth Ringling Bros. performance in July and August. This program runs June 1st through August 14th, 2010. Kids will receive cool bookmarks, clown noses, puzzles and coloring sheets, too!
*Limited to first 500 who finish!
Where: McKinney Public LibraryWhen: n/aWho: 3 years old - 6th grade.How: Register online or at the Hall LibaryCost: Free to Enter and participate.
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Tuesday, July 20 - Watters Creek Farmers Market
There's a new market in town! Watters Creek Market is modeled after European markets where you can not only meet local farmers, ranchers, specialty food producers, artisanal craftsmen and other local vendors, but also you can sample and purchase their products at a colorful, family-friendly venue.
Where: Watters Creek
970 Garden Park Drive
Allen, TX 75013When: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Every Friday Through Nov 26)Who: Fun for allHow: Just Show UpCost: Free Admission
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Tuesday, July 20 - Story Time at Pottery Barn
The Pottery Barn Book Club offers children and parents/caregivers a half-hour to sit inside, out of the sun, and enjoy some favorite books. Children will receive an official Book Club Card at their first Story Time, and the card is stamped for each attendance. When the card has five stamps, Pottery Barn Kids will issue the cardholder a $10 coupon that can be used in the store.
Where: Stonebriar Centre -- Pottery Barn Kids
2601 Preston Road
Frisco, TX 75034When: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Kids of all ages and their parentsHow: Come a few minutes early to grab your seat and enjoy your reading time.Cost: Free with a gift after 5 readings
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Tuesday, July 20 - Talk To The Animals
Meet the heard of animals from the Heard Natural Science Museum & Wildlife Sanctuary in person at this special event. Kids ages 3-12 can get up close and personal with cute creatures, all while learning more about the animals and wildlife conservation. The animals will vary each week; bring your cameras!
Where: The Village at Allen/Fairview
329 Town Place
Fairview, TXWhen: 11:00 AM (Every Tuesday through July 29)Who: Ages 3 -12How: Bring Your CameraCost: FREEFor more info: 972/678-4939
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Tuesday, July 20 - Beat the Heat—Cool Tuesday Movies
Bring a pillow or comfy sleeping bag and enjoy family-friendly movies every Tue afternoon. Films include Up, Ice Age: Dawn of the Dinosaurs, Cloudy With a Chance of Meatballs and more.
Where: Carrollton Public Library at Josey Ranch Lake
1700 Keller Springs Road
Carrollton, TX 75006When: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PMWho: AllHow: Just Show UpCost: Free
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Wednesday, July 21 through Friday, July 23 - Pop N Play Pre K
You and your child are invited to come play on our soft fun filled interactive inflatables during our Pump It Up Jr Pop N Play Time.
Enjoy meeting other parents and making new friends in a safe, clean, climate controlled enviroment.
Where: 4101 E Park Blvd #135 Plano TX 972-792-9663When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Fridays til 1:00PM)Who: Ages 1-6How: Promote Social Development and physical fitness while bouncing, sliding, climbing and jumping.Cost: $6 for child, $5 for sibblings. Parents play for freeFor more info: Socks are required and must sign a waiver.
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Wednesday, July 21 - Fish Feeding At Bass Pro Shops
View a live feeding in the gigantic fish tank at the Bass Pro Shop, a 200,000-square-foot facility with lots of room for exploration with outdoorsy kids.
Where: Bass Pro Shop
2501 Bass Pro Drive
Grapevine, TXWhen: 12:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just Show UpCost: Free
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Wednesday, July 21 - Bi-Lingual Reading Story Time
Come and enjoy reading, fingerplays, songs and stories.
Where: Roy and Helen Hall LIbrary.When: 7:00 PM - 7:30 PMWho: A program for the whole family.How: Parking and Admission is FreeCost: FREEFor more info: English on Mondays from 7:00 - 7:30.
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Saturday, July 17 through Friday, August 13 - Stikz Early Bird Speical
Strikz All Access Pass includes Unlimited Bowling, Lazer Tag, Shoe Rental, Hotdog & Soda + $5 Game Card every day of the week!
Where: Strikz Entertainment 8789 Lebanon Rd in FriscoWhen: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PMWho: Great for older kids, tweens, and teensHow: Just show upCost: $12.95 a person
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July 22nd through July 23rd
Thursday, July 22 - Make-a-Pretzel Day
Children are invited to come and learn the twists and turns of the salty treats with the experts at Auntie Anne’s Pretzels. Donning a chef’s cap and apron, the little ones get the opportunity to make the perfect pretzel and then enjoy it hot and fresh from the oven.
Where: The Shops at Willow Bend
Dallas N. Tollway and W. Park Blvd.
Plano, TXWhen: 1:00 PMWho: Fun For AllHow: 1PM pick up wristband, 2PM pretzel twisting.Cost: FREE
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Friday, July 23 - Teen Dive-In Movie
Grab your swim suit and towel to join us at the Don Rodenbaugh Natatorium for the Dive-In Movie. While you and your friends enjoy lounging around in the pool, you’ll be entertained by one of the latest and greatest movies! Concessions will be available. Guests may rent a noodle or tube.
Where: Competition Pool/Don Rodenbaugh NatatoriumWhen: 8:30 PM - 11:00 PMWho: Ages 10 and olderHow: Come and Have funCost: $6 Adults $5 Children
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Directory Listing
Kid's Eat Free: You will find the listing for places where kid's eat free HERE
Groovy Cuts For Kids: Groovy Cuts for kids is the place to get the ultimate kid's haircut experience. 8880 State Hwy 121 in McKinney or call 972-390-2887
Hawaiian Falls: This waterpark is your destination for fun for your entire family! Perfect for all ages 4450 N. Garland Ave in Garland or call 972-675-8888
Ringling Brothers: www.ticketmaster.com or 1-800-745-3000 for tickets. Use MOM as coupon code.
Tooth Soap: www.toothsoap.com ...
Macaroni Craft
Noodle Box
Having some rainy days this summer and need some indoor activities that will entertain and exhaust the kids? This is an inexpensive, yet totally fun craft you can make for the kids!
Noodle Box is fun and entertaining and helps with motor skills, memory, sensory, and more.
Materials Needed:
Plastic clear Container (Any size from shoe box size to larger will do) Bags of Elbow Macaroni (Enough to fill your box, could use rice or dry beans as well) Various items like buttons, beads, balls, erasers, small toys, plastic animals ...
Macaroni Recipe
Banana Split Cake
what you need
1-1/2 cups HONEY MAID Graham Cracker Crumbs 1 cup Sugar, divided 1/3 cup Butter, melted 2 pkg. (8 oz. each) PHILADELPHIA Cream Cheese, softened 1 can (20 oz.) crushed pineapple, drained 6 medium Bananas, divided 2 cups cold milk 2 pkg. (4-serving size each) JELL-O Vanilla Flavor Instant Pudding 2 cups thawed COOL WHIP Whipped Topping, divided 1 cup PLANTERS Chopped PecansMake It
MIX crumbs, 1/4 cup of the sugar and the butter; press firmly onto bottom of 13x9-inch pan. Freeze 10 min ...
My Kid Said....
Has your kid said something that had you rolling on the floor laughing or maybe said something in public that had you running for the door? Send your stories to shaynam@macaronikid.com and we'll be printing them each month.
My mom aka Ams (Grams) and my Nana came up to visit us a few weeks ago. Poppa and I took advantage of the free babysitting and went out to eat. My mom and Nana took our almost 2 year old Monkey with them to eat and on the ...
Shout Out
Zing Zang Zoom Winner
Congrats to D'Ann Klosterman for winning the family 4 pack to the cirucs. She and her family will be thrilled and wowed at this show.
If you didn't win, don't forget you can still get discount tickets for all Mac Mom subscribers. Go Here for the details and code.
Congrats D'Ann.
Did your child win something or accomplish something great? So proud that you want the world to know about it? Well how about fellow Dallas area moms and dads? IF so, send me your shout ...
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