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December 15, 2011
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Holiday Hoopla!

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I am neck deep in holiday hoopla!  School parties, family parties, shopping, visits with Santa, we are in holiday overload.  I will keep this short because I have to get back to wrapping teacher presents and baking brunch dishes for tomorrows school holiday parties!

There are so many wonderful holiday events going on around town over the next week. If you know of one that we should be including in our calendar make sure you send me an email! We would love to include as many events as possible!

Have ...


Cinnamon Ornament

Holiday Craft

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This is so easy, so cute, and it makes the house smell amazing!

Cinnamon Ornaments

What you need:

  • 3/4 cup applesauce
  • 4 oz cinnamon (I found a bottle that was 3.88oz.)
  • Rolling pin
  • Cookie cutters
  • Straw or toothpick
  • String

Mix applesauce and cinnamon together

Kneed until it can be rolled out

Roll out

Cut with cookie cutters

Make a hole with a straw or toothpick

Put on rack until dry (1-2 days)


12 Christmas Traditions

Some say I may go just a little overboard during the Holidays. I might, but I will continue to do so even when my children are all grown up! The excitement, memories and smiles I get from these special traditions make it all worth it. Here are some I would love to share with you.

 

1. Frosty was here! Every Christmas Eve, there is a knock at the door right around bed time. The door is opened to find a present and snow tracks. (Coconut flakes and round footprints) The ...


8 Ways to Celebrate Chanukah

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As you know, there are 8 nights to celebrate the wonderful holiday of Chanukah. Here are 8 special ways to celebrate each night.

1) Celebrate with your community. There are several Chanukah celebrations in our area--at the malls, at local synagogues, community centers, etc. Chabad also holds Chanukah programs throughout the country, click here to find ones in your area. And be sure to check Macaroni Kid's listings for upcoming Chanukah events!

2) Cook up the oil! It is customary to eat foods fried or baked in oil (preferably ...


This Week's Picks:

December 16th through December 18th

Friday, December 16 - Denver Nuggets Fan Jam

The Denver Nuggets will kick-start the 2011-12 season with a FREE FAN JAM. The intrasquad scrimmage featuring returning starters Danilo Gallinari, Ty Lawson and newcomers Kenneth Faried and Jordan Hamilton.
Where: The Pepsi Center
When: 6:00 PM (Doors open at 5:00 pm)
Who: Everyone
How: No ticket is required for the 6 p.m. tipoff, and seating is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.nba.com/nuggets
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Saturday, December 17 - Holiday Party

Join us for a Holiday Party with the Santa Cow!  Show up and check out our cool holiday crafts.  If you are dressed in Red and Green Christmas attire, receive a FREE 3 count chicken mini!  There will be a special "Twas the Night Before Christmas" reading by John Barker and the Santa Cow at 9am and 10am.
Where: Chick-fil-A Bellview Shores
5260 S Wadsworth Blvd
Lakewood, CO 80123
When: 8:30 AM - 10:30 AM
Who: Everyone
How: Just come on out!
Cost: Activities are FREE
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Saturday, December 17 - Santa and Mrs. Claus at the Railroad Museum

Trains have been in the backdrop of the holidays for generations…but this year, Santa has decided to replace his sleigh and reindeer with Colorado Railroad Museum’s locomotive and a team of historic passenger cars all decked out for the holidays. The train departs every 30 minutes between 10:00AM - 4:00PM. Children will want to bring their wish list to share with Santa and Mrs. Claus and then enjoy hot chocolate by the Depot General Store—where they’ll find a generous supply of railroad toys and a huge selection of Thomas the Tank Engine gifts.
Where: The Colorado Railroad Museum, 17155 W. 44th Avenue, Golden, CO 80403
When: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just come out and enjoy the fun
Cost: Cost is $5.00 for children (under 2 are free), $12.00 for adults, $25 for families and $10 for seniors (over 60).
For more info: For more information, please email: [email protected] or call 720-253-1023 or visit www.ColoradoRailroadMuseum.org
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Saturday, December 17 - Old Fashion Country Holiday

Celebrate the holidays as pioneer children might have done. We'll make old-fashioned tree ornaments, play pioneer games and decorate cut-out sugar cookies.
Where: Wheat Ridge Rec Center
4005 Kipling St.
Wheat Ridge, CO 80033
When: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: 6 years to under 13 years
How: Register online HERE or call the Wheat Ridge Recreation Center at (303) 231-1300 Activity number 321200-01
Cost: $8
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Saturday, December 17 - Junior Naturalists: Remarkable Headgear

Why do some creatures carry fantastic displays on their heads?  Join this naturalist-guided outdoor excursion to find out.
Where: Lookout Mountain Nature Center
910 Colorow Road
Golden, CO 80401
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Ages 6 -10 with an adult
How: Register online HERE
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, December 17 - Lowes Build and Grow Clinic

It's the final piece of the 2011 Lowe's holiday train! This Train Engine includes stickers and a pullback motor!
Where: All local Lowes Home Improvement Stores
When: 10:00 AM
Who: For kids 3 years and up
How: You can register online at www.lowesbuildandgrow.com
Cost: FREE
For more info: Each participant also receives a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch, and a certificate of merit.
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Saturday, December 17 - Michael's Passport to Imagination - Mexico - Duck Tape® Luggage Tag

Passport to Imagination - Mexico - Duck Tape® Luggage Tag

Go to exotic places without leaving your backyard when you create a cute luggage tag to hang on your holiday tree!
Where: Your local Michael's Store www.michaels.com
When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Ages 3 and up
How: Just show up and create with us.  While supplies last.
Cost: Craft event is FREE
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Saturday, December 17 - Ice Sculpting Competition

A live demonstration of dueling chainsaws, two ice sculptors competing in an hour long exciting, timed, speed ice carving competition. Reign the rink on the ice throne while enjoying additional holiday events at Belmar including live holiday music by the Original Dickens Carolers.
Where: The Rink at Belmar
When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just come and enjoy
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, December 17 - Olde Golden Christmas Parade

The Golden Chamber of Commerce hosts a traditional holiday parade which includes Santa Claus, local entertainment, Scout troups and more.

After the parade, festivities continue with strolling musicians, tasty treats and FREE horse-drawn carriage rides. It's fun, and it really does make your Christmas shopping more appealing.
Where: Washington Avenue Golden, Colorado
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Everyone
How: Just come down and enjoy the holidays
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, December 17 - Skate With Santa

All skaters are invited to Skate with Santa! Meet Mrs. Claus, take a lap or two around The Rink at Belmar with Santa, capture the holiday memories as our photographer snaps a few holiday pictures for you!*  
Where: The Rink at Belmar
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just head out and join the fun!
Cost: Pricing: $6 Adult  |  $4 Child  |  $3 Skate Rental Free for Children 2 & under / Seniors 65+
For more info: *All participants are required to sign a photo waiver allowing our photographer permission to capture your photos with Santa.  All pictures will be uploaded to Belmar's Flickr account and each participant will be emailed the link to download photos 1-2 days after the event.
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Saturday, December 17 - Snow Show Party and Pup

The Snow Queen, Denise Gard, shares some icy tales with her frozen puppet friends. Participate and be part of this very "cool" show! She's joined by her faithful Border Collie, Sienna, who leaps through the air while hunting for snowflakes!
Where: Belmar Library
555 S. Allison Pkwy.
Lakewood CO 80226
303-235-JCPL (5275)
When: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: This program is for all ages of children!
How: Tickets are required for this program and will be available one week before each performance date. Please contact your local library to get program tickets
Cost: FREE
For more info: Contact: Call Center 303-235-5275 [email protected]
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Saturday, December 17 - Snow Queen Puppet Show Featuring Sienna the Dog

Join us for a Snow Show Party with the Snow Queen, Denise Gard, and her faithful border collie Sienna!  The Snow Queen will share icy tales with her frozen puppet friends, while Sienna leaps through the air hunting for snowflakes. 
Where: Belmar Library
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Tickets are required for this program and can be obtained at the Children's Information Desk one week in advance.
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, December 17 - The Music Train Family Concert Series

The Music Train (Family Concert Series) produces family friendly shows at an affordable price. The local bands and artists showcase various styles; genres of music that all ages can enjoy and appreciate together. Great music is great music no matter what your age! This month we are featuring the national award winning and family favorite, THE OKEE DOKEE BROTHERS.  A highly entertaining bluegrass duo performing witty originals and great holiday music.
Where: The D'Note in Olde Town Arvada 7519 Grandview Ave, Arvada, Co 80002
When: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Purchase tickets at the door
Cost: $7/adult;$3/kids;Free/1 and under
For more info: This is one of the most fun events around for families. It's been written up by the Denver Post, Ain't No Mom Jeans and has become a staple for the NW Denver/Suburbs community.  Everyone loves it.Because great music is great music no matter what your age!
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Sunday, December 18 - Baby Boogie

Let the Babies Boogie!
It is Sunday afternoon and the kids are restless. What do you do? We know a place, the perfect location, in Old Town Arvada on Grandview Avenue called the D Note. Every Sunday the kids, from 1 month to 12 years old, come and enjoy music, both by listening to it, playing it and dancing to it. Parents relax at their tables, watching the kids dance and play together - great entertainment in and of itself. The children make new friends and greet some old ones. Some even make this a weekly gathering spot.
Where: The D Note 7519 Grandview Avenue, Arvada, CO www.dnote.us
When: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just jump in the car and come on down!
Cost: The cost for the event is, get this, FREE!
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Sunday, December 18 - Winter Stories 1

Take a walk to explore the winter landscape, and then come inside to hear a story about Rocky Mountain wildlife, Native Americans and/or Pioneers.
Where: Lookout Mountain Nature Center
910 Colorow Road
Golden, CO 80401
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Ages 6 - adult.
How: You can register online HERE
Cost: FREE
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Sunday, December 18 - Christams Cookie Decorating

Kids, Cookies  and warm Cider. 
Where: Windy Saddle Cafe 1110 Washington Avenue, Golden, CO
When: 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Who: All Kids are welcome
How: You must register in advance. Register by calling 303-279-1905 or coming in.
Cost: $6.00 includes cookies, frosting, sprinkles, and cider.
For more info: http://www.windysaddle.com/
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Sunday, December 18 - Skating with Santa

Bring your camera and take photos with Santa!
Where: Edge Ice Arena
6623 S. Ward Street, Littleton, CO 80127
When: 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just come out and skate with us!
Cost: Youth* (Walking - Age 5) $3
Youth (Ages 6 - 17) $5
Adult (Ages 18 - 61) $ 7 FREE skate rental with new toy item in original package to be dontated to the Jeffco Sheriff's Office Toy Drive.  
For more info: call 303-409-2222
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Teen Scene:

Saturday, December 17 - Make a Gingerbread House

Are you a budding gingerbread house architect?  Think you’ve got what it takes to make a true gingerbread house masterpiece?  Come put your skills to the test!  Once the creations are completed, we’ll have a competition to determine the best house.  Get creative!  We’ll provide the basic supplies, but feel free to bring along any extra building materials you’d like to use.  The only rule is that the material must be edible!  You can even put your completed house on display in the library.
 
 
Where: Bemis Public Library
 6014 S. Datura St.
Littleton, CO 80120
Ph: 303-795-3961
When: 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM
Who: Teens
How: Space is limited for this event, and registration is required. Register for this event by contacting Mark at [email protected], or by calling the library at 303-795-3961.
Cost: FREE
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Plan Ahead:

December 27th through December 28th

Tuesday, December 27 - Check Your Smoke and Carbon Monoxide Detectors

This is a monthly reminder to check your smoke and carbon monoxide detectors to ensure they are working properly and that the batteries do not need replacing.
Where: Your house
When: n/a
Who: Everyone
How: Follow your smoke and co detectors manufacturers guidelines for testing.
Cost: FREE
For more info: Did you know that you can request low cost smoke and carbon monoxide detectors from West Metro Fire Protection District?  Click HERE for more info
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Wednesday, December 28 - The Cast-a-ways

An exciting fun-for-the entire family variety show consisting of an animated cockatoo, a playful dog and an amazing pig – all rescue animals that have made it to the big time. The performers feature everything from sports to impersonations.   
Where: Bemis Public Library
 6014 S. Datura St.
Littleton, CO 80120
Ph: 303-795-3961
When: 2:00 PM
Who: For families with children ages 3 and up.
How: Call the library for details
Cost: FREE
For more info: For more information, contact Val Fetters, Children's Services, at 303-795-3961.
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Catch the Holiday Classics on TV This Season!

A Comprehensive Guide of Movie Dates and Times

This is my favorite time of year.  The decorations, music and classic holiday movies are essential.  I've put together this list of a few classics being shown on TV this season.  We'll keep this article running all month.  Keep checking back for updated listings.  As I find them, so will you.

Get reminders and last minute finds by liking our Facebook page.  Enjoy!

All times listed are EST, so make sure you check our local stations for correct times!!!

Thursday, Dec 8 -

"Santa Claus Is Coming To Town ...


Kids Eat FREE!!

There are a lot of places in the metro area that have Kids Eat Free (or practically free) Nights!  Here is a list of ones that we know of, and we would love to hear about any that you know to add to our list!  Always call ahead to confirm that they are still having a Kid's Eat Free Night because restaurants can change these at any time.

Also if you find out we have something wrong please let us know.

Everyday 

Las Fuentes (Lakewood) - One free kids meal ...


Macaroni Kid Mom's Group Directory

Are you new to the area? Even if you are not, maybe you are looking for other moms to hang out with (with kids and maybe sometimes without!). Local mom's groups are a great way to meet new friends, and find support. And your kids will make new friends as well!

I've created a list of area Mom's Clubs in the new Business Directory (Many thanks to everyone who contacted me and submitted information.) I know there are more, so if you are a member of a ...


Making "My Macaroni" Work For You

A little info on this great feature

Have you spent all week sifting through the papers, stacks of magazines, pamphlets and flyers, only to get to the car on the day of, and not have the address? Then you have to unload everyone, head back in and look up the address, print out the page, only to arrive exhausted, and late.
Macaroni Kid to the rescue! (Dramatic music here)

Lakewood Macaroni Kid delivers all of the family fun events happening to your inbox each Thursday.

What is “My Macaroni?”

Have you ever wished to have an extra ...


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