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January 18, 2012
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Notes From Your Publisher

A short school and work week has made for a very busy week around our house.  I just know that there are so many things that I am forgetting (an appointment this morning, a phone call this afternoon) but with only two days left in the week I am hoping I don't get to far behind!!

I hope you all have a wonderful week!  As always thank you so much for being a part of our Macaroni Kid family!!  

Cara
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Pancake and Sausage Muffins

This year one of my goals was to make more and buy less, at least when it comes to convenience foods.  My kids love Pancakes on a Stick, a pancake wrapped around a breakfast sausage on a stick.  I can't blame them, I love anything on a stick!

Since I couldn't figure out how to make those on a stick I turned them into muffins.  They freeze great, just like the store bought kind, and you can make a ton at one time.  Both bonuses for our busy ...


Nutrition Tips to help Meet Your Goals

One of the top New Year's resolutions of any given year is to lose weight or to eat healthier. I have seen many patients through the years who have struggled with making dietary changes, especially when it comes to losing weight. There are definitely people who would benefit from basic nutrition education due to a lack of knowledge or misconceptions. There are also people who have a decent knowledge of nutrition and know what to eat, but have a difficult time putting it into action. So, here are a ...


Make Your Own Snowflakes

There isn't snow fallingoutside right now, but here's a fun craft to do with your child to make a beautiful snowflake!
You will need:
  • white pipecleaner
  • clean, empty mason jar or spaghetti sauce jar
  • 2-3 cups of water
  • 1/3 cup borax (found in the laundry aisle of the grocery store)
  • string, ribbon, or floss
  • spoon
Use a white pipecleaner to create a snowflake-like shape. There is no wrong way to do this. Tie a piece of yarn/ribbon/floss to the "snowflake" so that you can hang ...

This Week's Picks:

January 20th through January 22nd

Friday, January 20 - Friday Night Fireside Program - Shadow Play

Roast marshmallows, enjoy storytellers and naturalist entertainment and delight in a flickering campfire right in the heart of Littleton.  Lawn seating and shelter are available if weather is inclement.

Shadow Play:  Listen to stories brought to life by shadow puppets and hand shapes, and try your hand at bringing them to life.
Where: South Platte Park

3000 W Carson Dr, Littleton, CO 80120 
When: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Register online HERE
Cost: Non-District Price:$9.00
District Price:$6.00
Family (District, same address or surname):$17.00
Family (Same address or surname):$24.00
Family member:$0.00
Youth Dist:$5.00
Youth Non Dist:$7.00
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Saturday, January 21 - Buckaroo Breakfast - A Grandparents Playdate

Giddy up, grandparents and grandkiddos, and prepare to lasso up some fun with a morning of private play in the Museum at this year’s Buckaroo Breakfast! Fill your tummies, enjoy stories around the campfire and make your own Wild West wanted posters.
Where: The Children's Museum
2121 Children’s Museum Drive
Denver, CO 80211
When: 8:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Who: Everyone
How: For more information or to make a reservation, contact Gwen Kochman at 303-561-0110 or [email protected]
Cost: Tickets: $20 per person
For more info: www.mychildsmuseum.org
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Saturday, January 21 - Junior Naturalists: Life Under the Snow

The space beneath a blanket of snow provides a secure habitat for many animals during the winter.  Discover more about this hidden world as you go on a wintry hike outdoors, experiment with snow and take part in indoor activities at the nature center.  
 
 
Where: Lookout Mountain Nature Center
910 Colorow Road
Golden, CO 80401
When: 1:00 PM
Who: Ages 6-10 with an adult.
How: Register online HERE  
If you are registering during this time, but space is no longer available, please call Lookout Mountain Nature Center at 720-497-7600 to be placed on a waiting list.
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, January 21 - Family Fun Walk - Butts Up

Join a naturalist for an outdoor adventure.  Activities differ every month! Butts Up:  Enjoy the winter waterfowl of South Platte Park as you do a color scavenger hunt and watch for eagles.
Where: South Platte Park

3000 W Carson Dr, Littleton, CO 80120 
When: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Register online HERE
Cost: Non-District Price:$9.00
District Price:$6.00
Family (District, same address or surname):$17.00
Family (Same address or surname):$24.00
Family member:$0.00
Youth Dist:$5.00
Youth Non Dist:$7.00
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Sunday, January 22 - 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, January 22 - Winter Stories 2

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 and up with an adult.
How: Register online HERE  
If you are registering during this time, but space is no longer available, please call Lookout Mountain Nature Center at 720-497-7600 to be placed on a waiting list.
Cost: FREE
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Sunday, January 22 - Mozart's Magnificent Voyage

This popular newcomer in the Classical Kids series features Mozart's young son, Karl, who longs to be taken from his boarding school to spend more time with his famous father. An old travelling trunk serves as a magic chest that reveals an incredible journey back in time to Mozart's childhood and into the fantastic world of Mozart's great opera The Magic Flute. Along the way, Karl comes to understand Mozart's extraordinary life as a travelling prodigy, his pressures from family and fame, his passion for composing, and the common bonds they both share.
Where: Boettcher Concert Hall
1000 14th Street Denver, CO 80202
When: 2:30 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Tickets can be ordered online HERE
Cost: Kids tickets are $13
Adults $25
For more info: www.coloradosymphony.org
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Teen Scene:

Thursday, January 19 - Teen Video Game Fun

Enjoy these popular interactive video games featuring different games each month.  We’ve got a variety of games to choose from for both platforms, so come check it out!
Where: Bemis Public Library 6014 S. Datura St.
Littleton, CO 80120
Ph: 303-795-3961
When: 3:30 PM
Who: Teens
How: Just come out and play!
Cost: FREE
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Plan Ahead:

January 25th through February 1st

Wednesday, January 25 - Super Hero Family Night

Join us for Super Hero face painting and crafts.  Show us your Super Hero outfit for a free cup of soup!  Your choice of Chicken Noodle or our new Chicken Tortilla
Where: Chick-fil-a at Bellview Shores
5260 S Wadsworth Blvd
Lakewood, CO 80123
When: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just come down and enjoy the fun
Cost: FREE
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Friday, January 27 - Check Your Smoke and CO 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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Friday, January 27 - Denver Nuggest Skills Challenge

Separate divisions are offered for boys and girls to test their skills in dribbling, passing and shooting.  You may even make it al the way to the state finals and be recongnized at a Denver Nuggets game!
Where: Carmody Recreation Center
When: 5:30 PM
Who: Ages 7 -14
How: Registration:  720-963-5360 / Section #154904-01 Please bring a copy of the child's birth certificate and the local entry form.
Cost: FREE
For more info: Email [email protected] with questions
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Saturday, January 28 - Kicking Cabin Fever

Come learn some wintertime healthy habits and tips! Health for All Seasons is a quarterly program that encourages young children to lead active lifestyles and make nutritious food choices. Programs follow the seasons and emphasize that healthy habits can be fun and simple.

This season we are learning how to kick the winter-time blues with fun ways to stay active - indoors and out!
Where: The Children's Museum
2121 Children’s Museum Drive
Denver, CO 80211
When: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just come and have fun with us!
Cost: Activities included with Museum admission. Children under 1: Free
Age 1: $6.00
Ages 2 – 59: $8.00
Seniors (60+): $6.00
Members are always free
For more info: www.mychildsmuseum.org
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Saturday, January 28 - Lowes Build and Grow Clinic

This kit is awesome! Your child can build this cool dinosaur and then choose the stickers to make it a cartoon or a realistic dinosaur!
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, January 28 - Money Matters Class - The Savings Game

The Savings Game
Students will practive keeping a savings register while playing a life-size board game. Young Americans offers a wide range of exciting Money Matters Saturday Classes for youth of all ages, with topics ranging from Savings Smarts to Banking Bingo. These  classes are age appropriate, include hands-on activities, and require advance registration below.
The best thing about our Money Matters classes is that you will earn a $5 Bonus Bucks Certificate for attending the class!  After class you can take that certificate to the bank and deposit it into your account - or use it to open a savings account.  We're talking free money into your savings. 
Where: Classes are at our Denver facility: 3550 E. 1st Ave., Denver, Colorado
When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: Ages 9 -11 years old
How: All classes require advanced registration, as they fill-up!  Please complete the form online HERE. Classes without an adequate number of participants may be canceled and you will be notified. Classes are FREE, but space is limited.
Cost: FREE
For more info: If you have questions, contact Cheryl at 303-321-2265 or [email protected].
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Saturday, January 28 - Money Matters Class - Coin Match

Coin Match - Students learn about the different coins used in the US and practice matching their values and images Young Americans offers a wide range of exciting Money Matters Saturday Classes for youth of all ages, with topics ranging from Savings Smarts to Banking Bingo. These  classes are age appropriate, include hands-on activities, and require advance registration below.
The best thing about our Money Matters classes is that you will earn a $5 Bonus Bucks Certificate for attending the class!  After class you can take that certificate to the bank and deposit it into your account - or use it to open a savings account.  We're talking free money into your savings. 
Where: Classes are at our Denver facility: 3550 E. 1st Ave., Denver, Colorado
When: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Who: Ages 3-5
How: All classes require advanced registration, as they fill-up!  Please complete the form online HERE. Classes without an adequate number of participants may be canceled and you will be notified. Classes are FREE, but space is limited.
Cost: FREE
For more info: If you have questions, contact Cheryl at 303-321-2265 or [email protected].
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Monday, January 30 - FREE Day at the Denver Museum of Nature and Science

Enjoy all the wonder and learning that the Denver Museum of Nature and Science has to offer, courtesy of the SCFD.
Where: The Museum is located in City Park, approximately three miles east of downtown Denver, at the intersection of Montview and Colorado Boulevards.
When: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: All Colorado residents.
How: Just show you Colorado ID
Cost: FREE!!
For more info: www.dmns.org
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Wednesday, February 1 - Little Fledglings Preschool Nature Hour

Explore a theme each month with stories, songs, crafts, and activities exploring wildlife and the natural world. This program introduces science skills and encourages active outdoor play. February: “Seed Need” Children explore seeds as food for people and animals and learn how animals spread seeds.
Where: Audobon Center at Chatfield
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: For Children ages 3-6 (and parent/guardians, too!)
How: Register at 303-973-9530 or [email protected]
Cost: Friends Members: $5 per child and their adult; $2 each additional child
Non-members: $8 per child and their adult; $4 each additional child
For more info: www.denveraudobon.org
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Great Places To Go With Your Kids Around Town

Museums, Rec Centers, Animal Adventures and More!

This article is a work in progress, we will be continuing to add links.  If you know of any great places we should add please let me know.

We live in an amazing city, with an amazing amount of places to have fun with our children.  This is by no means a complete list of places in the metro area but it is a complete list of great places in Lakewood, Littleton, Golden & Wheat Ridge as well some great spots in the Denver area.

Museums and Historical Sites
Buffalo Bill ...


Local Weekly Storytimes

A Comprehensive List of All Of The Great Local Places to Hear Great Stories

Storytimes

Monday
Belmar Library - Toddlers - 10 a.m.
Lakewood Library - Toddlers - 10:30 a.m.
Belmar Library - All ages - 10:45 a.m.
Lakewood Library - Preschoolers - 11 a.m.
Golden Library - All ages - 3:30 p.m.

Tuesday
Evergreen Library - Toddlers - 10:30 a.m.
Lakewood Library - Baby Time - 10:30 a.m.
Wheat Ridge Library - All ages - 10:30 a.m.
Lakewood Library - Toddlers - 11 a.m.
Lakewood Library - Preschoolers - 11:30 a.m.
Evergreen Library - Baby Time - 11:15 a.m.
Belmar Library - Preschoolers - 1:30 p.m ...


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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