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Macaroni Mama's Musings
A Constant Game of Catch Up!
Hello and welcome to the latest edition of Macaroni Kid West Chester-Mason!
Is it just me or is everything lately all about playing catch up?! I feel like I'm about 2 steps behind everything right now. With end of school projects, tests, concerts, plays, rehearsals, recitals, dances, field days--I'm having moments when I don't know if I'm coming or going!
I'm going to be asking for your patience over the next two weeksas I finish the marathon that has been this school year. My focus ...
Is it just me or is everything lately all about playing catch up?! I feel like I'm about 2 steps behind everything right now. With end of school projects, tests, concerts, plays, rehearsals, recitals, dances, field days--I'm having moments when I don't know if I'm coming or going!
I'm going to be asking for your patience over the next two weeksas I finish the marathon that has been this school year. My focus ...
Macaroni Cares: Wildlife Weekend
You could win a new video camera!
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 ...
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 ...
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Summer Camp Directory 2012
Welcome to the 2012 MK Summer Camp Guide! These are some of the finest camp programs in our area for kids of all ages! Whether your camper likes the great outdoors, building and creating, fine arts or sports, our camp directory sponsors have something for every child this summer! Click on the picture for each camp to get more information on each program. We will be adding to this throughout the camp season!
The Story of Miss Grace
Mom shares her story about an expected diagnosis for her daughter to help others
May is melanoma/skin cancer awareness month. For us, we are aware of it on a daily basis.
I took Grace (our youngest of 3 kids) to see her doctor about a bump on her arm. Everyone kept telling us it was nothing more than a wart. I'm no doctor but it was really bothering me and I had never seen a wart grow like this was. It was obviously bothersome to her because she was picking at it and this caused it to bleed. The nurse practitioner agreed ...
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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 ...
Get Your Family Organized!
Are You Ready to Travel? Part 2
In the last travel segment, I jumped ahead to the packing. I guess I was just so excited about the thought of vacation, that I put the cart before the horse! One of my favorite things about vacation is getting away from all the paperwork. But before you hop in that car or jump on that plane, there is some paperwork to be dealt with….(sigh)!
A designated travel folder or binder will serve you well. Establish it at the beginning of your travel planning stages.
In this binder, organize ...
Recipe: Strawberry Cream Cheese Shortcake
This super easy recipe is an easy and delicious twist on traditional Strawberry Shortcake.
Ingredients:
1 Box White or Yellow Cake Mix
3 Eggs
1 8 oz. Package Softened Cream Cheese
¼ cup All Purpose Flour
2 Quarts of Strawberries
¼ cup Granulated Sugar
Whipped Cream
Directions:
Preheat the oven to 350 degrees
Wash and cut up fresh strawberries, mix in a bowl with granulated sugar and set aside
Mix cake mix, flour, eggs, and cream cheese in a bowl, the dough will be stiff and you may need to hand kneed ...
May 18th through May 19th
Friday, May 18 - Deerfield Twp. Movies in the Park-The Smurfs--Cottel Park
Grab your blanket and settle in for a relaxing night under the stars! Throughout the summer, Deerfield Township hosts free Movies In The Park. Family friendly movies are offered on designated Friday evenings. Park locations and movie titles will vary. Movies will begin at dark.
Where: Cottel Park, intersection of Snider Rd and Irwin-Simpson Rd (5847 Irwin-Simpson Rd).When: 8:45 PM (Film starts at DUSK)Who: All ages!How: Just show up!Cost: Free!For more info: Click here for more information!
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Saturday, May 19 through Sunday, July 22 - On Wings of Harmony--Butterfly Show at Krohn's Conservatory
The annual Krohn's Conservatory Butterfly Show has flown back into town for another colorful year! This year's theme: On Wings of Harmony: Butterflies from Around the World! “On Wings of Harmony” will feature thousands of vibrant, colorful butterflies that will arrive in Cincinnati from every continent on earth (with the exception of Antarctica!). They will be in free flight throughout the showroom, often fluttering together through the ribs of a 10-foot recycled aluminum globe. Now that’s ‘harmony’ at its very best!
Where: 1501 Eden Park drive, CincinnatiWhen: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: Krohn ConservatoryHow: Just show up!Cost: $6 for adults, seniors $5, kids 5-17 $4, age 4 and under free. Family packs (good for up to 2 adults and six children), $20For more info: Click here for more information
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Saturday, May 19 - Family Fun Day at The Goddard School (Reading Rd location)
Join us for our Family Fun Day! Science to Go will be doing science experiments with the kids. Each child in attendance will receive a take home science experiment. We will also be having a car wash and bake sale to raise donations for Relay for Life.
Where: 754 Reading Rd.., Mason, 45040When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: The Goddard SchoolHow: Just Go!Cost: Science show is FREE; donations requested for bake sale and car wash.For more info: Visit http://www.goddardschool.com/Schools/Mason-I---Route-42-OH/schools.gspx or email mason1oh@goddardschools.com
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May 1st through May 23rd
Tuesday, May 1 through Thursday, May 31 - Run, Jump and Play Open Play Time
Let the kids run, jump and play and burn off some of that energy! Open play time schedule is here: http://www.runjumpnplay.com/indoor-open-play-schedule.html
Where: 8418 Duke Blvd, #C, MasonWhen: 9:00 AM (See days/times below)Who: Run, Jump and PlayHow: Just go!Cost: Monday-Friday: $4/child; Saturday/Sunday: $6 admission. Plus add-ons for inflatables, etc. Check the link for more details: http://www.runjumpnplay.com/indoor-open-play-schedule.htmlFor more info: Call (513) 701-7529
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Thursday, May 17 - (Registration Required) Two Sessions of Discovery Kids at VOA--Wild Wildflowers
Each month, MetroParks offers Lollipop programs for children ages 3-5 and their adult companions. Children will explore the wonders of the natural world through stories, crafts and activities. Pre-registration is required and at $2 craft fee.
Where: VOA Park, Cox and Tylersville Road.When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (Second Session: 1pm)Who: MetroParks Discovery Kids ProgramHow: Preregistration is required. Call Call (513) 867-5835 for more information or to register. Registration can also be done online at www.metroparksofbutlercounty.org. Enrollment is limited, so get your reservation today!Cost: $2 craft freeFor more info: Parking permit is required, but free information on how to receive a FREE permit can be found by clicking here.
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Thursday, May 17 - Family Jump Night at Pump It Up
Share quality time and promote physical fitness while bouncing, sliding, climbing and jumping at Pump It Up.
Enjoy spending time with your family, meeting other families and making new friends in a safe, clean, climate controlled environment.
Enjoy spending time with your family, meeting other families and making new friends in a safe, clean, climate controlled environment.
Where: 7724 Service Center Drive, West Chester.When: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PMWho: Pump It UpHow: Just show up!Cost: $7, adults freeFor more info: Call (513) 829-7867
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Friday, May 18 - Pop In Playtime at Pump It Up
Open play time for the whole family.
Where: 7724 Service Center Drive, West Chester.When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Pump It UpHow: Just show up!Cost: The cost is $7/child. Dont forget kids under 2 and adults are always FREE!
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Monday, May 21 - Pop In Playtime at Pump It Up
Open play time for the whole family.
Where: 7724 Service Center Drive, West Chester.When: 3:30 PM - 5:30 PMWho: Pump It UpHow: Just show up!Cost: The cost is $7/child. Dont forget kids under 2 and adults are always FREE!
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Monday, May 21 - Music and Movement: Transportation Songs--Middletown Public Library
Rock'n'roll down the road to some groovy transportation tunes! Children of all ages are invited to our monthly music and movement program.
Join us in the Storytime Room.
Join us in the Storytime Room.
Where: 125 S. Broad Street, MiddletownWhen: 7:00 PMWho: Middletown Public LibraryHow: Just show up!Cost: FreeFor more info: Call (513) 424-8042
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Tuesday, May 22 - Family Jump Night at Pump It Up
Share quality time and promote physical fitness while bouncing, sliding, climbing and jumping at Pump It Up.
Enjoy spending time with your family, meeting other families and making new friends in a safe, clean, climate controlled environment.
Enjoy spending time with your family, meeting other families and making new friends in a safe, clean, climate controlled environment.
Where: 7724 Service Center Drive, West Chester.When: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PMWho: Pump It UpHow: Just show up!Cost: $7, adults freeFor more info: Call (513) 829-7867
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Wednesday, May 23 - Kids Half Price Day at Mad Potter
Children 12 and under receive half-price studio fees at Mad Potter. Come paint your own pottery piece!
Where: 6680 Tri-Way Drive, Mason, OH Click here for directionsWhen: 11:00 AM - 9:00 PMWho: Mad Potter MasonHow: Just go and get creative! No reservations necessary!Cost: $3 studio fee for kids 12 and under on Wednesdays (usually $6); $8 for adults--individual pricing for each item ranges from $5-$40.For more info: Visit Mad Potter's website for more information.
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May 19th through May 29th
Saturday, May 19 - Paige's Princess Run at Wyandot Elementary
The first annual Paige’s Princess Run, a 5k Run/Walk and Family Carnival, planned in memory of Paige Helene Alessandro. Paige, six year old daughter of Steve and Heather Alessandro, was a beautiful kindergartener at Wyandot Elementary School when she passed away suddenly in May 2010.
This event is planned for Paige’s family, friends, teachers and classmates to spend a fun-filled day celebrating her life, as well as for those who did not know Paige but would like to contribute to a wonderful cause: Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center.
Where: Wyandot Early Childhool School, 7667 Summerlin Blvd., Liberty TownshipWhen: 8:00 AMWho: Paige's Princess RunHow: For a Paige’s Princess Run registration form and more information on sponsorship opportunities, please visit www.paigesprincessrun.com.Cost: For a Paige’s Princess Run registration form and more information on sponsorship opportunities, please visit www.paigesprincessrun.com.
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Thursday, May 24 - Family Jump Night at Pump It Up
Share quality time and promote physical fitness while bouncing, sliding, climbing and jumping at Pump It Up.
Enjoy spending time with your family, meeting other families and making new friends in a safe, clean, climate controlled environment.
Enjoy spending time with your family, meeting other families and making new friends in a safe, clean, climate controlled environment.
Where: 7724 Service Center Drive, West Chester.When: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PMWho: Pump It UpHow: Just show up!Cost: $7, adults freeFor more info: Call (513) 829-7867
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Friday, May 25 - Pop In Playtime at Pump It Up
Open play time for the whole family.
Where: 7724 Service Center Drive, West Chester.When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Pump It UpHow: Just show up!Cost: The cost is $7/child. Dont forget kids under 2 and adults are always FREE!
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Saturday, May 26 - Lowe's Build and Grow-Ice Cream Truck
Lowe's Build and Grow program offers kids a chance to build their own projects using actual tools and building materials!
Where: Various locations in Butler and Warren County--pick your location when you register--see belowWhen: 10:00 AMWho: Lowe's Home Improvement CenterHow: Click here to register at the Lowe's Build and Grow site nearest you!Cost: FREE
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Monday, May 28 - Sensory Night at Pump It Up--for special needs kids
The last Monday of every month is SENSORY NIGHT for Special Needs kids, and their siblings and families! Kids with autism and those on the autism spectrum love the active movement of jumping and climbing on our safe, giant inflatables. It also helps build large muscle groups and coordination. And it's really FUN!
Where: 7724 Service Center Drive, West Chester.When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: Pump It UpHow: Just show up!Cost: $8 per child, adults free
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Tuesday, May 29 through Friday, July 27 - Dream Big Summer Reading Program--Mason Public Library
Click here for flyer on Mason Public Library's Summer Reading Program!
Where: 200 Reading Road, Mason OHWhen: 9:00 AMWho: Ages 2-12!How: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: For more info on storytimes, visit the MPL website here
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Tuesday, May 29 through Friday, July 27 - Dream Big Teen Summer Reading Program--Mason Public Library
Click here for flyer on Mason Public Library's Summer Reading Program!
Where: 200 Reading Road, Mason OHWhen: 9:00 AMWho: Ages 2-12!How: Just show upCost: FREE
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