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Centenary Stage Company Children's Theatre

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The Centenary Stage Company Children’s Theater Series is back on stage by popular demand this spring. With even more plays and performances, the Children’s Theatre Series is part of the professional Centenary Stage Company’s mission to serve the region’s youth with dynamic performances and workshops throughout the year.

Based on the beloved book by Laura Numeroff Joffee, “If You Give a Mouse a Cookie” is adapted for the stage by Jody Davidson, and is an adventurous, fun-filled performance appropriate for ages pre-k through 5th grade. When ...


Daniel Radcliffe Comes to Broadway!

How to Succeed in Business Without Really Trying Giveaway

I am super excited about the latest show to come to Broadway, featuring Daniel Radcliffe, of Harry Potter fame!  I haven't been, yet, to see the show, but as soon as I do, I will give you my review and let you know how it is.  In the meantime, I have a great offer and giveaway for Macaroni Kid readers!

How would you like to win a pair of tickets to see this show?  Well, I get to giveaway 2 pairs of tickets to see the show (some restrictions ...


RAIN: A Tribute to the Beatles on Broadway

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I have always been a huge fan of  the Beatles.  I frequently watched old Beatles movies like Help! and Sgt. Peppers Lonely Heart's Club Band.  Abbey Road has been replaced a couple of times in my CD collection from wear.  To say I love their music may be a bit of an understatement.  We had the opportunity as a family to go and see RAIN:  A Tribute to the Beatles on Broadway recently and I was very excited  to see the show.

My kids have grown up with a ...


Rockin' Green Soap

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If you are looking for a great way to get your laundry clean, you should check out Rockin' Green. This natural detergent works great for cloth diapers and all other clothing.  You can use it as a booster for your laundry or just straight detergent.  I received Rage Against the Raspberries in Classic Rock to try out for myself and it is incredible!  I love the fantastic raspberry smell!

Rockin' Green is great on stains and smells.  You don't have to use very much at all to get really ...


Schleich

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We were introduced to the high quality toys that Schleich offers over Christmas last year.  My son loves them!  I was very excited to get to check out their new line of Schleich Animal Families Farm Life groupings.  These newly debuted animals can be grouped together by families--a calf, a cow, and a bull, for example.  This opens up a world of imaginative play for kids.  My son really enjoys playing with the Texas Longhorn corn, bull and calf, as well as his Pinto mare, yearling, and stallion.  He has ...


The Little Lasso

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The Little Lasso is a mom-designed solution to the age old problem of toddlers tossing take along items. Without any snaps, Velcro, buckles or clasps The Little Lasso adjusts inl ength, fits items large or small and easily attaches to bottles (great for glass!), sippy cups,and toys to secure them to strollers, car seats, highchairs, shopping carts, etc... preventing dropped or tossed items from being lost or getting dirty. The Little Lasso keeps items retrievable and within the child’s reach while the design makes it virtually impossible ...

Usborne Books & More

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Books are a passion of mine.  I realized just how much, actually, when I was packing up my office this week for my new flooring.  Boxes and boxes of books!  To me, you can never have enough children's books.  Looking back on the years I have been a mom, many of my memories reflect on sitting in a special spot reading to each of my boys.  We have spent hours reading wonderful stories. Most of them read independently now, but I know all that time invested has brought about ...


Win a Copy: My Foodie ABC placemats

Ever wish you had something to entertain your kiddos when you are waiting for a meal while at a restaurant or even at home?  You should check out My Foodie ABC Placemats!  This book of tear out placemats is perfect for any meal, breakfast, lunch or dinner.  Inside are 32 pages of activities to keep your little monkey entertained, all the while teaching them letters, different foods and cultures, and fun facts.  Whether it be coloring, mazes, or practicing the alphabet, these placemats are a great tool for your dining ...


This Week's Picks:

March 1st through March 9th

Tuesday, March 1 - Lego Build

One day each month you can learn how to build a cool LEGO mini model, and take it home – for free! Quantities are limited and offer is good while supplies last only. A new model will be available every month and will be specially themed to that month
Where: Bridgewater Commons Mall--Lego Store
When: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: ages 6-14
How: show up early!
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://stores.lego.com/en-us/StoreEvents.aspx
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Wednesday, March 2 - Special Read Across America Storytime

Come join in a special storytime for Read Across America
Where: Clinton Book Shop 12 E. Main St Clinton, NJ
When: 1:30 PM
Who: children
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: 908-735-8811
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Wednesday, March 2 - Writers Workshops

Writing workshops 2/23 Action--Writing short stories 3/23 Autobiography--Writing Your story 4/27 Mystery & Suspense--Writing Scary Poems
Where: North County Branch 65 Halstead Street Clinton, NJ 08809
When: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: grades 6-9
How: registration is required, open one week before
Cost: FREE
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Thursday, March 3 - Stay & Play at the Little Gym

Come stay and play at the Little Gym for lots of fun for your kiddos! This non structured parent participation activity is open to all ages.  Feel free to pack a lunch to eat in our party room! Every Thursday and Friday
Where: The Little Gym in Flemington
When: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM (Every Thursday and Friday)
Who: everyone
How: show up!  It is limited to 20 children per session and pre registration is not accepted.  Parents must stay with their children
Cost: $7 per child for members, $10 per child for non-members
For more info: Bring your playgroup or Mom's Club!
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Friday, March 4 - Stay & Play at the Little Gym

Come stay and play at the Little Gym for lots of fun for your kiddos! This non structured parent participation activity is open to all ages. Feel free to pack a lunch to eat in our party room! Every Thursday and Friday
Where: The Little Gym in Flemington
When: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up! It is limited to 20 children per session and pre registration is not accepted. Parents must stay with their children
Cost: $7 per child for members, $10 per child for non-members
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Saturday, March 5 through Saturday, April 2 - GUSTAFER YELLOWGOLD’S INFINITY SOCK

Follow our hero as he embarks upon an hilarious, mind-bending musical journey in search of the toe-end of the longest sock in the universe.  Gustafer learns much along the way, joins in the Broadway romp and comes upon a pterodactyl's unusually calm cat in the Fleetwood Mac lushness of "Cheddar,” all the while discovering that everyone has a use for The Sock. The Bacharach-esque "Sock Of Ages” brings the show to an uplifting close, providing Gustafer and friends with a one-of-a-kind look at the interconnectivity among all life on Earth.
Where: DR2 Theatre, 103 E. 15th St. (between Union Square E. & Irving Pl.), NYC
When: Saturdays, February 26 – April 2. 11:00 a.m. and 1:00 p.m
Who: everyone
How:  Telecharge: 212.239.6200  
Cost:  $25 adults; $20 children under 12.  
For more info: www.gustaferyellowgold.com     
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Saturday, March 5 - Kids Workshop

  The Home Depot's Kids Workshops offer useful projects including the creation of toolboxes, fire trucks and mail organizers, as well as more educational projects, such as a window birdhouse, bughouse or Declaration of Independence frame kit.

The workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety, while at the same time helping to instill a sense of accomplishment. Additionally, this fun time allows for quality one-on-one time between adults and children.

In addition to the newly constructed project kit, each child receives a kid-sized orange apron, similar to The Home Depot associates' aprons, and an achievement pin.
Where: Your local Home Depot store
When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: ages 5-12
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, March 5 - If you Give a Mouse a Cookie

“If you Give A Mouse A Cookie” on Saturday, March 5 at 11 a.m., Saturday March 26 at 2:30 p.m., Sunday, March 27 at 2:30 p.m., Saturday, April 16 at 1 p.m.
Where: Centenary Stage Hackettstown, NJ
When: 11:00 AM
Who: families
How: available through the Centenary Stage Company Box office at 908-979-0900 and online at centenarystageco.org.
Cost: Tickets for the Hackettstown performances in the Centenary Stage Company Children’s Theatre Series are $10 for adults and $8.00 for children under 12
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Saturday, March 5 - A Thousand Cranes

Centenary Stage Children's Theatre
Where: Centenary Stage Hackettstown, NJ
When: 1:00 PM
Who: families
How: available through the Centenary Stage Company Box office at 908-979-0900 and online at centenarystageco.org.
Cost: Tickets for the Hackettstown performances in the Centenary Stage Company Children’s Theatre Series are $10 for adults and $8.00 for children under 12
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Saturday, March 5 - Read Across America

We'll have stories, games, arts and crafts and more! You can even submit your very own book review for publication on Borders.com!
Where: Flemington - Borders
325 US Highway 202
Flemington, NJ 08822
When: 2:00 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Sunday, March 6 - Pippi Longstocking

Sunday, March 6, 2011 at 1:30 pm and 4 pm

This original musical based on Astrid Lindren’s popular story follows the outrageous exploits of the spunky pig-tailed redhead with a knack for adventure and mischief.
Where: The Community Theatre at the Mayo Center for Performing Arts Morristown, NJ
When: 1:30 PM (also a 4pm showing)
Who: ages 5 and up
How: purchase tickets online
Cost: $12 per person
For more info: www.mayoarts.org
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Monday, March 7 - Storytime with Arielle


 Generally about half an hour long, Arielle features both new books and classics, often exploring fun themes and involving the children in crafts and other activities. Takes place on our children's stage.Monday February 07, 2011 11:00 AM - Monday March 28, 2011
Where: Somerville Barnes and Noble
Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, 908-526-7425
When: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: Storytime with Arielle is for kids of all ages!
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, March 8 - Children's Programs

Story Time for three-to-five year olds is held every Tuesday morning at 10:30 in the meeting room. The children, and the parents or care-givers who choose to stay, are entertained mainly by picture books, but with some poetry, scissor stories, or drawn stories mixed in. A craft related to the weekly theme completes the session, which generally runs a little longer than a half hour.
Where: meeting room of Flemington Free Library, 118 Main Street, Flemington
When: 10:30 am Tuesdays for 3-5 years, 10:30 am on Wednesdays for 2-3 years
Who: 3-5 years/2-3 years
How: Call (908) 782-5733, or visit [email protected]
Cost: free
For more info: parents or care-givers invited to stay
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Tuesday, March 8 through Thursday, March 31 - Marvelous March Reading Club

 
In honor of Dr. Seuss, the Flemington Free Public Library at 118 Main
Street, Flemington, will be featuring a Marvelous March Reading Club
for readers and read-to-me's.

Each book that is read counts as a chance in our grand prize drawing.
At the end of the program, each child will receive a certificate and
participation award.
 
Where: Flemington Free Public Library
118 Main Street
Flemington NJ  08822
When: n/a
Who: everyone
How: register beginning March 1st.  The program ends
on March 31.
Cost: FREE
For more info: For more information, please call the library at 908-782-5733.
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Tuesday, March 8 - Charlotte's Web

Tuesday, March 8, 2011 at 4 pm
$12
E.B. White’s classic tale about the friendship between a pig named Wilbur and a little gray spider named Charlotte comes to life in this delightful and fun-filled adaptation by TheatreworksUSA. 
Where: The Community Theatre at the Mayo Center for Performing Arts Morristonw, NJ
When: 4:00 PM
Who: ages 4-10
How: purchase tickets online
Cost: $12
For more info: www.mayoarts.org
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Wednesday, March 9 through Sunday, March 13 - Ringling Bros and Barnum & Bailey Circus

Ringling Bros. and Barnum & Bailey® Presents Fully Charged,The All New Electrifying 141st Edition of The Greatest Show On Earth®,Is Coming to New Jersey
Where: IZOD Center, East Rutherford NJ
When: n/a
Who: everyone
How: purchase tickets online www.ringling.com
Cost: varies, opening night tickets are only $12!
For more info: IZOD CENTER:  March 2 - 13, 2011
 
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Teen Scene:

March 5th through March 9th

Saturday, March 5 - Teen/Preteen Nights at the Youth Center

The Hunterdon County YMCA and The Youth Center joined together to provide a great “Go To” place for older kids. Games, sports, movies, Wii, DDR, or just hang out, pizza & refreshments too. Field trips and friendly competitive  games and tournaments are some of the planned activities.
Where: The Youth Center Glen Gardner, NJ
When: 7:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Who: Open to all communities 6th, 7th, and 8th graders
How: show up
Cost: Drop-in $2 per person per night
For more info: www.theyouthcenter.net Most Saturday nights Sept thru May. check for specific dates
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Wednesday, March 9 - Create Your Own Superhero

Come be part of a team of visionary artists. Help create a super hero with unique powers. Add an exciting adventure and a threatening villain
Where: North County Branch Library 65 Halstead St Clinton, NJ
When: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: grades 6-9
How: register beginning March 2nd at 9am by calling 730-6830
Cost: FREE
For more info: 3/9
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Plan Ahead:

March 11th through March 30th

Friday, March 11 - Celtic Fire

Celtic Fire
Friday, March 11, 2011 at 8 pm
Direct from Ireland! Get a jumpstart on St. Patrick’s Day with this electric fusion of Irish artistry, featuring thrilling stepdancing and traditional folk music and songs under the artistic direction of Riverdance’s Michael Londra.
Where: The Community Theatre at the Mayo Center for Performing Arts Morristown, NJ
When: 8:00 PM
Who: families
How: purchase tickets online
Cost: $52|$47|$42|$37|$32
For more info: www.mayoarts.org  
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Saturday, March 12 - Living History Maple Sugaring Program

Raindate: Saturday, March 19 (check our website or call 782-1158 for cancellation information)
Where: Echo Hill
When: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Raindate 3/19)
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: suggested $1.00 donation
For more info: www.co.hunterdon.nj.us; click on “Parks & Recreation
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Saturday, March 12 - Build & Grow at Lowe's

Come build a project at Lowe's! 3/12 Shoot around basketball
Where: Your local Lowe's
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: children up to age 12
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/Home.aspx
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Saturday, March 19 - The Very Hungry Caterpillar

National Storytime reading of The Very Hungry Caterpillar by Eric Carle, as well as crafts and activities
Where: Somerville Barnes and Noble
Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, 908-526-7425
When: 11:00 AM
Who: children
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, March 19 - Diary of Wimpy Kid Movie Event

Enjoy a trivia contest, games, Wimpy activities, and more at this special event. Fans of the books can even submit their very own book review for possible publication on Borders.com. Call the store for more details.
Where: Flemington - Borders
325 US Highway 202
Flemington, NJ 08822
When: 2:00 PM
Who: everyone
How: show up
Cost: FREE
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Thursday, March 24 - Moms the Word

A musical parody about the challenges of motherhood, cocktail reception, tricky tray, 50/50 raffle, drawings immediately after the show
Where: Stanton Ridge Country Club 25 Clubhouse Dr Whitehouse Station, NJ
When: 6:30 PM (Show starts at 8pm)
Who: moms
How: purchase tickets--ahead of time, may payable to Reading H.S.A., send to: Mom's the Word c/o Readington H.S.A. P.O.Box 700 Whitehouse Station, NJ 08889
Cost: $45 pre sale, $50 at the door
For more info: Lisa Bell 908-534-5447 or June Durr 908-285-1053 or [email protected]
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Thursday, March 24 - Open House @ St. Ann's

St Ann School, Raritan, NJ will be holding open house March 24th (snow date Mar 25th) from 7-9 pm.  
 
Where: St. Ann School Raritan NJ
When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Those interested in learning more about the school
How: Call Kelly at the School Office (908) 725-7787 to arrange a personal tour if open house dates are not convenient for you!  
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, March 26 - Eyes of the Wild

Eyes of the Wild--come learn about some amazing animals in the comical and educational traveling zoo show!
Where: North County Branch Library 65 Halstead St Clinton, NJ
When: 2:00 PM - 2:45 PM
Who: ages 3 and up
How: preregister beginning March 12, 2011 by calling 730-6834 or stopping in
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, March 29 - Musical Storytime

 Maureen Esposito will entertain library patrons of all ages with a musical storytime.  3/29/11
 
Where:
Flemington Free Public Library
118 Main Street
Flemington NJ  08822
When: 10:30 AM
Who: All are welcome
How: show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: For more information, please call the library at 908-782-5733.
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Wednesday, March 30 - Campfire Cooking

Enjoy food, fun, and fellowship as we learn how to cook a simple meal over an open fire.  Everyone will choose what to put in their own foil packs.  We will provide dinner, dessert, and a drink; please bring a mess kit or plate, cup, fork, knife, and spoon.  This is a great way to prepare for your next family campout
Where: Echo Hill Park 42 Lilac Dr Flemington
When: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: ages 8 and up accompanied by an adult
How: Registration is required (908) 782-1158
Cost: $10 per person
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1001shops.com

One of my favorite things to do lately, is shop and browse for furniture and home accessories online.  It is fun to look at all the great options out there.  Currently, I am looking for the perfect accent table or cocktail tables for one of our rooms.

  1001shops.com has a terrific selection of both kinds of tables through some of their many specialty websites.  You can find modern and traditional styles on their sites.

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Accent Tables Boutique has been in business, serving thousands of happy customers, since 2001.  A ...


Classic Albums Live

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Classic Albums Live - the Beatles Abbey Road Review



Last Saturday I had the pleasure of attending the Classic Albums Live performance of the Beatles Abbey Road at the New Jersey Performing Arts Center in Newark.

Classic Albums Live takes "classic albums and recreates them live,on stage - note for note, cut for cut. Founded in 2003 by Craig Martin, Classic Albums Live has become the ultimate destination for music lovers wanting to hear the greatest albums performed live without all the gimmickry and cheesy impersonations." 

Like many people, the Beatles ...


Dandelion

Organic dolls

I was recently introduced to Dandelion Earth-Friendly Goods' organic dolls.  These dolls are soft, fun, and natural.  

I know, as parents, we worry about what our children come in contact with daily.  We don't want to expose them to harmful pesticides and chemicals, and neither does Dandelion Earth Friendly Goods, which is why they created an adorable companion for your littel girl free of chemicals that would harm her.  Because of the organic growing process, there is also no pollution to water, air or soil.  Rather than being filled ...


Deliciously Soft Skin

Noodle & Boo

My kids and I have the world's most sensitive skin.  It can be a challenge to find just the right product to take care of our skin.  I was really excited to be introduced to Noodle & Boo recently.  Noodle & Boo sent me some awesome products to try out--I love them!

Super Soft Lotion is incredibly soft, as the name suggests.  It is lightweight and smells wonderful.  It is silky smooth and gives you just the perfect amount of moisture. 

The Soothing Body Wash is actually soap-free, packed full of ...


Fully Charged

Ringling Bros. and Barnum and Bailey Circus Visits NJ!

Our family had the pleasure of being invited to see Fully Charged, the lastest show from Ringling Bros and Barnum and Bailey Circus, when it visited the Prudential Center in Newark this weekend.  Having never been to the circus with my family, this was a new experience for most of us! 

The show was very entertaining, with great effects and awesome stunts.  We loved the tightrope acts--performers riding a bicycle with another person sitting on a chair on their shoulders was quite remarkable! 

We also loved the tiger acts.  It ...


Happy Birthday to Dr. Seuss on March 2nd

Cat in the Hat Marshmallow Lollipops

White Candy Melts
Red Candy Melts
Lollipop Sticks
Marshmallows

Melt your candy melts adding a little oil if needed to smooth it out. Dip one end into the red and place on wax paper undipped side down to set. Once hardened do the other side of the marshmallow leaving a white stripe of marshmallow showing. Let dry.

Optional: Using a piping bag, fill with the white candy melts and pipe a hat brim around the
marshmallows and let dry.Using the tip of a very sharp object (ice pick, knife ...


Macaroni Kid Celebrates

Kings Cake

Brought to the Gulf states area by colonists from France and Spain, Kings Cake is associated with Carnival or Mardi Gras! King cake parties in New Orleans are documented back to the eighteenth century and the cakes come in numbers of styles!  The most simple is the recipe listed below. Cajun Kings Cakes are traditionally deep-fat-fried alike a doughnut with filling!  Yum! It it customary to bake a small trinket in the cake and make 2 inch cuts.  The person who receives the trinket receives various privileges!  In our home ...

Macaroni Made

Fat Tuesday Masks

What kid doesn't like to wear and make a mask!  Celebrate Fat Tuesday in your home with a fun a creative Mardi Gras mask! We suggest purchasing the half masks as they are safer from your local arts and crafts store.  Micheal's sells them for less than $1! Then stock up on glitter, beads, ribbon, glue and DONT forget the feathers!  The more the better! There are no instructions, just let their creativity roam free! Be sure to set time aside for them to dry before you begin ...

Macaroni Music

March is Music in School Month

Music in Schools Month aims to draw attention to the significance of music education in our schools and community.Just as verbal language begins to develop very early in life, the listening vocabulary should begin to be formed before a child is 18 months and not later that 3 years of age.  This makes musical activities in the preschool years an extreamly important foundation for every child's music education. 

When children are involved in a music program, it offers them a unique opportunity for literacy preparation. Whether the children ...


Macaroni Tips

Camp Arrowhead Tips

If you grew up going to sleep away camp you understand the value of the experience. The friendships you develop, the bond you have with friends from camp is like no other. Camp Arrowhead, founded in 1937 has been helping young men forge that bond for almost 75 years!

 

Camp Arrowhead prides itself on its commitment to helping teach the campers to become young men of character. Camp Arrowhead is a place where your son can gain confidence, develop a variety of skills, learn something new and make friends for ...


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