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Cars2!
Enter to Win!
While you are reading this I am in Hollywood getting ready for a full week of Disney fun! I have been invited by Disney to attend the red carpet premiere of Cars2 along with the screening of 2 other great new Disney films, The Help and Winnie the Pooh!
I wish I could take you all with me but I was not allowed. So I scored an awesome prize package just for you!
1 lucky Macaroni Kid subscriber will win the following awesome prize package from Disney
A Cars2 Shirt ...
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Bricks 4 Kidz™ Why Play is so Important
Bricks 4 Kidz™ is a creative learning enterprise that provides an extraordinary atmosphere for students to build unique creations, play games, and have loads of fun playing with LEGO® bricks. There are many educational, developmental and social benefits in our approach to learning. These lessons are hidden in fun activities with options for every age level.
Through after-school programs, pre-school classes, in-school field trips and camps, students will experience hands-on engineering fundamentals as they build motorized models. We provide a curriculum that introduces children to engineering, architecture and scientific principles ...
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Freebies For Father's Day
From Our Friends at MomsCharlotte
Take Dad for a treat! Check out this link
June 16th through June 21st
Thursday, June 16 - Craft Time at Learning Express
Leave it to Learning Express! They always come up with something awesome for the summer! This summer they are offering FREE crafts on Tuesday and Thursday all summer long. Crafts will be tailored to the age groups that show up.
Where: Learning Express Stonecrest Shopping CenterWhen: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Crafts also on Thursday 6/14/11)Who: All ages welcomeHow: Go and have fun!Cost: FREE!!For more info: For more information you can call the store at 704-544-1885 and make sure you like their Facebook page at this link to also keep updated on all the fun instore happenings!
Friday, June 17 - Open Play at Superior Play Systems
Thanks to our friends at The Carolina Clipper for this cool tip! On Wednesday and Fridays kids can come climb, jump and play in the Superior Play Systems mega stores here in Charlotte! They offer open play in their showrooms so kids can come and climb on the play systems, jump on the trampolines and you can get out of the heat and still let the kids burn off some energy!
Where: They have 2 locations in Charlotte. One in Matthews and one off Granite Street (this is the MEGA showroom) you can find directions to both at this linkWhen: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Open Play on Wednesday's Also)Who: Fun for all ages!How: Go and have FUN!Cost: $4 a childFor more info: Carolina Clipper has a great list of Staycation ideas on her site! You can see them here
Saturday, June 18 - Caves at Schiele!!
Live animals, rock formations, and much more will delight your family in this amazing subterranean exhibit! My family really loves the Schiele. If you have not been before this is a great time to go!
Where: Schiele Museum 1500 E. Garrison Blvd., GastoniaWhen: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: Fun for the whole family!How: Find directions at this linkCost: Free for members non members $7 for adults and $6 for kiddosFor more info: For more information check out this link
Tuesday, June 21 - Summer Movies at Regal Stonecrest
This week kids can see MADAGASCAR 2 and RAMONA & BEEZUS
Where: Regal Stonecrest 7824 Rea Road Charlotte NCWhen: Movies also play on 6/23Who: Fun for allHow: Go and have funCost: $1For more info: For more information check out this link
June 16th through August 19th
Thursday, June 16 - Children's Storytime Barnes and Noble Arboretum
Preschool is over and you need something to do! Head to Barnes and Noble for a story!
Where: Barnes and Noble Arboretum locationWhen: 9:30 AMWho: Fun for allHow: Go and have fun!!Cost: Free!For more info: For more information check out this link
Thursday, June 16 - Baby Storytime
Bring in your little ones to enjoy some books and songs while hanging out with other little ones.
Where: South County Regional LibraryWhen: 10:15 AMWho: Birth to 17 monthHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: For more information and to register.
Thursday, June 16 - Baby Storytime
Babies are invited to socialize with some new friends while engaging in activities and hearing a story.
Where: Morrison Regional LibraryWhen: 11:00 AMWho: Birth to 17 monthsHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: For more information.
Thursday, June 16 - Toddler Storytime
Toddlers are invited to interact with other little ones while participating in music and movement activities. The little ones will be engaged by the stories and activities
Where: South County Regional LibraryWhen: 11:15 AMWho: Toddlers 1 to 3How: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: For more information and to register.
Thursday, June 16 - Preschool Storytime
Preschoolers are encouraged to engage in language and pre-reading skills while engaging in books and activities. Students will of course get to sing a couple of songs as well.
Where: South County Regional LibraryWhen: 12:15 PMWho: Ages 3 to 5How: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: For more information and to register.
Thursday, June 16 - Chowdown Uptown
Charlotte has jumped on the Food Truck bandwagon! We have some really great ones here also (UMM HELLO Southern Cake Queen) and you can check them out tonight! This Chowdown is running everyThursday through July!
Where: Seventh Street Parking Lot across from the Seventh Street StationWhen: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: Who? YOU! What a fun way to have dinner with the familyHow: Go and get your chow on!Cost: Prices will vary by trucksFor more info: For more information check out this link
Friday, June 17 - Gift From the Garden For Dad
Bring the kids to Winghaven to make a special and memoriable gift for dad
Where: Winghaven Gardens 248 Ridgewood Avenue, Charlotte, NC 28209When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: All agesHow: Register at the linkCost: $15For more info: For more information check out this link
Friday, June 17 through Sunday, June 26 - The Commedia Princess and the Pea
How can you tell if someone is really a princess?? Kids will love this 1 act fun play!
Where: Wachovia Playhouse inside ImaginOn 300 East 7th Street Charlotte NCWhen: 11:00 AM (Times vary by show)Who: Ages 5 and upHow: Get tickets at this linkCost: Tickets start at $14For more info: For more information check out this link
Friday, June 17 - Preschool Storytime - Matthews
Storytime and more for the little ones. Language and pre-reading skills are focused on.
Where: Matthews Library - 230 Matthews Station St, 28105When: 11:00 AMWho: Ages 3 to 5How: Just show up.Cost: FreeFor more info: For more information.
Friday, June 17 - Ready to Learn for rising Kindergarten
Storytime to assist your soon to be students in pre-reading and reading skills.
Where: Matthews Library - 230 Matthews Station St, 28105When: 3:00 PMWho: Pre-school kiddosHow: Just show up.Cost: FreeFor more info: For more information.
Friday, June 17 through Sunday, June 26 - Sound of Music at Matthews Playhouse
Matthews will be alive with the sound of music this month when Matthew's Playhouse Theater presents The Sound of Music!
Where: Matthews Playhouse Theater 100 East McDowell Street Matthews, NC 28105When: 8:00 PM (Times vary by show)Who: Great for a family day outHow: Get tickets at this linkCost: Tickets start at $10For more info: For more information check out this link
Saturday, June 18 - Special Father's Day Workshop at Home Depot
Need a last minute gift? Head over to Home Depot today for a special Father's Day workshop. Kiddos can make dad a tool box!
Where: Find a Home Depot near you at this linkWhen: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Last minute gift needersHow: Go and have funCost: FreeFor more info: For more information check out this link
Saturday, June 18 - Cookie Crumble at Center City Green Market
Hot cookies and cold milk? Yes please! Bring the family to the Center City Market today for the annual Cookie Crumble. Local restaurants will compete for the kids favorite cookie! Grab some great fresh local produce, support local farmers and eat cookies. Really do I need to convince you?
Where: Center City Market Trade and Tryon in The SquareWhen: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: The whole crew!How: Go and have funCost: Depends on what you buy!For more info: For more information check out this link
Saturday, June 18 - Farm Days at Charlotte Nature Museum
Cluck Cluck Moo Baa! Come to the Charlotte Nature Museum today for a chance to get up close and personal with some farm animals!
Where: Charlotte Nature Museum 1658 Sterling Road Charlotte NCWhen: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PMWho: Fun for the whole familyHow: Go and have funCost: Free with museum admissionFor more info: For more information check out this link
Saturday, June 18 - Father's Day LEGO JAMS at PBK!
Dad and the kids are invited to Potter Barn Kids today for a special LEGO/DUPLO event!
Where: Pottery Barn Kids South Park MallWhen: 10:00 AM (Call ahead to check times)Who: Dads and the kiddos!How: Register by calling (704) 366-8550Cost: FreeFor more info: For more information check out this link
Saturday, June 18 - Lakeshore Learning Store
The Lakeshore Learning Store in Matthews hosts free kid friendly crafts every Saturday from 11-3!
Where: Lakeshore Learning 10005 E. Independence Blvd. Matthews NC 28105When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PMWho: Ages 3 and upHow: Just show up! It runs from 11-3Cost: Free!!!!For more info: There are some really cute crafts coming up over the next few weeks. Check out their website for a sneak peek!
Sunday, June 19 - Sunday Funday at Mint Museum Uptown
Celebrate Dad at this special event for him at the Mint Uptown! What dad can resist a duct tape sculpture and science fun from Discovery Place!
Where: Mint Uptown 500 South Tryon Street Charlotte, NCWhen: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: Bring dad and celebrate!How: Go and have funCost: Event is free with museum admissionFor more info: For more information check out this link
Monday, June 20 - Storytime at Chick-fil-A Cotswold
Storytime at Chick-fil-A Cotswold! Bring the kiddos over for a short story and some fun!
Where: Chick-fil-A Cotswold 4431 Randolph Road Charlotte NCWhen: 9:30 AM - 10:00 AMWho: Ages 18 mos-4How: Go and have funCost: FreeFor more info: For more information check out this link
Monday, June 20 - Monday Story Time at Barnes & Noble Carolina Place Mall
Beat the heat and hear a story!
Where: Barnes and Noble Carolina Place MallWhen: 10:00 AMWho: School is O~U~T so take em all!!How: Go and have fun!Cost: FREEFor more info: For more information check out this link
Monday, June 20 - Preschool Storytime
There is always time for a story and hanging out with the old diaper crowd, who needs an afternoon nap.
Where: Morrison Regional LibraryWhen: 2:00 PMWho: Pre-school 3 to 5How: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: For more information.
Tuesday, June 21 - Story time at Pottery Barn Kids
Pottery Barn Kids is hosting story time today! Kids who come to story time get a cute passport to have stamped each time they attend. After you get 5 stamps you will get $10 towards a purchase at the store! WHAT! You're going to read to my kid AND pay me to shop at your store? ~swoon~I love you PBK!
Where: Pottery Barn Kids South Park MallWhen: 10:00 AMWho: All you story loversHow: Grab your kiddos and get ready for funCost: FreeFor more info: For more information check out the PBK website
Tuesday, June 21 - Toddler Tuesdays at Barnes & Noble Arboretum and Morrison
Every Tuesday you can escape the heat, have an ice coffee and let the fab ladies at Barnes & Noble handle story time for you!
Where: Barnes and Noble Arboretum and Morrison locationsWhen: 10:00 AMWho: Toddlers!How: Go and have funCost: Free for the story, coffee is on youFor more info: For more information check out this link
Tuesday, June 21 - Criss Cross Mangosauce at ImaginOn
Kids will love this fun and FREE interactive productation with Criss Cross Mangosauce!
Where: Wachovia Playhouse Theater inside ImaginOnWhen: 11:00 AM (Second Show at 1:00 PM)Who: Ages 3-5How: Go and have fun! First come first served so get there earlyCost: FREEFor more info: For more information check out this link
Tuesday, June 21 - Toddler Storytime - Matthews
Storytime and more for the little ones. Music and movement assist in building toddlers language.
Where: Matthews Library - 230 Matthews Station St, 28105When: 11:00 AMWho: Toddlers 1 to 3How: Just show up.Cost: FreeFor more info: For more information.
Tuesday, June 21 - Where Art Thou?
Ms. Shannon provides kiddos with the opportunity to learn a little culture while creating art.
Where: Matthews Library - 230 Matthews Station St, 28105When: 2:00 PMWho: Ages 5 - 11How: Just show up, may want to wear your "Art" clothesCost: FreeFor more info: For more information.
Wednesday, June 22 - Toddler Storytime
Toddlers are invited to interact with other little ones while participating in music and movement activities. The little ones will be engaged by the stories and activities
Where: Morrison Regional LibraryWhen: 11:00 AMWho: Toddlers 1 to 3How: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: For more information.
Wednesday, June 22 - Baby Storytime - Matthews
Storytime for the babies
Where: Matthews Library - 230 Matthews Station St, 28105When: 11:00 AMWho: Birth to 18 monthsHow: Just show up.Cost: FreeFor more info: For more information.
Wednesday, June 22 - Reading with Ronald McDonald
Ronald McDonald shows up to read a story. You can be sure that their will be lots of laughter, magic, and fun.
Where: Matthews Library - 230 Matthews Station St, 28105When: 2:00 PMWho: Ages 5 to 11How: Just show up.Cost: FreeFor more info: For more information.
Wednesday, June 22 - Carolinas Kids Magic Show
Abracadabra, Hocus Pocus ... Craig Stone will be at South County Regional Library to amaze your little ones.
Where: South County Regional LibraryWhen: 3:00 PMWho: Ages 5 to 11How: Registration is required.Cost: FreeFor more info: For more information and to register.
Friday, August 19 - Family Storytime
Childrent get to enjoy stories, songs and movement activities that support early literacy. Parents are encouraged to participate.
Where: ImaginonWhen: 10:30 AMWho: YouthHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: For more information.
June 18th through June 23rd
Saturday, June 18 - Learn, Quest, Play
Online Gaming vs the Detroit Public Library. Come on Charlotte, you can do it.
The participants will be playing Mario Kart and working on literacy as well.
Where: ImaginonWhen: 2:00 PMWho: Teens 12-18How: Just show upCost: Free, may need to provide some of your own supplies.For more info: For more information. They are requesting that you register for this event.
Wednesday, June 22 - Digital Storytelling
How cool is this? Teens get to tell their story through the use of 21st century technology (digital cameras, video editing, and music production software). UNCC is partnering with Imaginon for this project.
Where: ImaginonWhen: 2:00 PMWho: Teens 12-18How: Just show upCost: Free, may need to provide some of your own supplies.For more info: For more information. They are requesting that you register for this event.
Thursday, June 23 - Teen Sketch Book 30 Day Project
Teens are invited to ImaginOn to take part in a special 30 day project. Teens will use art, poetry and other creative outlets to express how they are feeling.
Where: 300 East 7th Street Charlotte NCWhen: 4:00 PMWho: Ages 12-18How: Go and have funCost: FreeFor more info: For more information check out this link
Thursday, June 23 through Saturday, June 25 - 101 Dalmatians at Matthews Playhouse Theater
Woof!! Your littlest little ones will love this Disney classic live!
Where: Mattews Playhouse TheaterWhen: 11:00 AM (Times vary by show)Who: Great for the whole family!How: Get tickets hereCost: Tickets are $6!!For more info: For more information check out this link
Thursday, June 23 - Charlotte's Web at Matthews Playhouse Theater
Bring the kids to see the classic book we all loved as kids!
Where: Matthews Playhouse Theater 100 McDowell Street Matthews NCWhen: 2:00 PM (Times vary by show)Who: Great for your kiddos. Maybe better for elementary age kiddosHow: Get tickets at this linkCost: $6For more info: For more information check out this link
Summer Camp Guide!
You may be thinking that it's too early to discuss summer camp, but believe me when I say...it's not! Summer is truly right around the corner, and if you are anything like me I obsess over my plan for my children. I work full time and when the kids aren't in school it's important that I have a plan for where they will be whether it be daycare, with family, or summer camp. Planning ahead is important - and can get you in the camps you ...
Small Business Directory is FREE!
Great way to reach a large audience for nothing!
South Charlotte Macaroni Kid is offering free listings for small business owners! A basic listing includes the name of your business and a link. Premium listings are also available. With more than 25,000 page hits a month, this is a great way to get your message out!
This is a great place for small business on a limited budget to reach a wide audience! If you would like more information on listing your business send me an email [email protected] and I will send you more information! Barter ...
Summer Camp Directory!
Spots Now Open!
The South Charlotte Macaroni Kid Camp Directory is live! If you would like to have your camp listed, you can fill out this form! Prices are super low so even the smallest camps can afford to get the word out about their camps!
If you have any questions or would like to suggest a camp email me! [email protected]
Macaroni Thoughts
Father’s Day Quotes
Wishing all of our Macaroni Dads a fabulous Father's Day! Well deserved!
“The greatest thing a FATHER can do to his children, is to love their mother.” - Anjaneth Garcia Untalan
“My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, he believed in me.“- Jim Valvano
“The greatest thing a FATHER can do to his children, is to love their mother.” - Anjaneth Garcia Untalan
“My father gave me the greatest gift anyone could give another person, he believed in me.“- Jim Valvano
“My Father...He was there when I didn't understand, he was there when I was wrong, he was there when I cried, he was there when I lied. For some reason my dad was always there when I needed him ...
Happy Father's Day Craft: Hairy Head!
My daughter came home from preschool with this adorable little creature. She calls it a " grasshopper." It is her father's day present to "Daddy." He plans to put it on his desk at work to " green it up." Isn't it cute? Here's how you might make something similar! It won't take long to get the grass seeds started, but get a jump on it so he's got LOADS of hair by the time your little ones are ready to "present" him to Daddy!
Directions:
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Ice Box Cake
A Delicious and Easy Treat!
Growing up, anyone with a summer birthday in my family always got Ice Box Cake as their birthday cake. Two of my three boys have June birthdays, so I'm carrying on the tradition. It is an easy and refreshing treat in the summer that's also great anytime of year!
Ingredients-
Graham crackers
4 packages cook & serve pudding - 2 chocolate and 2 vanilla (You can also use 4 packages of the same flavor if you prefer) You will need 4 cups of milk to make the pudding.
1 cup ...
Macaroni Eats
Frozen Bananas
Summer is here and so is the hot weather. This quick and easy recipe for frozen bananas is sure to become a summertime favorite. Your kids will love this healthy and fun to make snack and, we all know that when our kids get involved in cooking and creating, it is likely they will eat their "project." Set out the bowls of toppings and let the kids have at it!
Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
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Prep Time: 5 minutes
Cook Time: 5 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
What you’ll need:
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