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July 26, 2010
News & Events
- Diary of A Wimpy Kid
- Julian and Co
- Layla Grayce
- Maxi Cosi
- My American Girl
- Nurf giveaway
- Patemm
- Tastefully Simple
- There's Something in The Water
- Time Flies When You Are Having Fun!
- Yo Gabba Gabba Live
- This Week's Picks
- This Week's Calendar
- Teen Scene
- Plan Ahead
- A Little Night Music
- Boot camp winner announced!
- Days Ago Timers
- Fun DVDs for Little Ones
- Go Go Squeez
- Gummy Lump winner
- Laptop Lunches
- Little Kids Bubbles
- No More Six O'Clock Scramble for this lucky winner
- Select Comfort
- Stella & Dot
- Wiggles winner!
- Yantra Mat Winner!
- Zoku
Diary of A Wimpy Kid
Win the DVD!
I don't see a lot of movies in the theater each year, but I did make it out to see Diary of A Wimpy Kid. This was a great movie that our entire family enjoyed. My older two had read the entire series and they were dying to go see it. I wasn't expecting too much from it, but I think I may have ended up liking it more than anyone.
Maybe it was because my oldest is now headed off to Middle School this fall, but it ...
Julian and Co
I have found a great necklace that you will love! Simple and wonderful, Julian & Co. has created a keepsake necklace for moms, the Galleria necklace. I received one to review and I absolutely love it. Engraved in a circle are each of my children's names. Very pretty and dear to me. In addition to pieces for moms, there are creations for dads, babies and children, which make perfect gifts for many special occasions.
I love how Julian & Co came to be. Tania's baby was born prematurely at 29 ...
Layla Grayce
$50 Gift Certificate
A lucky Macaroni Kid reader will be the recipient of a $50 gift certificate compliments of the lovely and luxurious Layla Grayce. Have you heard of Layla Grayce? It is the amazing online retailer of a remarkable collection of items for home, women and children. To enter, please go to Layla Grayce and take a look around. Find something you like on their site and send me an email telling me how you would spend the $50 gift certificate to [email protected]. You MUST be a subscriber to Macaroni ...
Maxi Cosi
Amazing!
Are you in the market for a fantastic infant car seat? Look no further! Mico from Maxi Cosi is the answer. I received a Mico car seat for review and it is everything you could ever want in a high end infant car seat. This is made for ages birth to 12 months. Lightweight, convenient, and comfortable for the baby, Mico is also very good looking. It comes in a variety of color combinations, which isn't crucial to picking out a car seat, but it does make it more ...
My American Girl
She's the doll you create--and bring to life online! Who is she? My American Girl! I received a doll to review this past week and she is wonderful! She is a doll that girls can relate to, as she is contemporary. The really cool thing about this doll is the online feature. Through innovative online tools, girls can create their own doll with an interactive website for those ages 8 and up. Each doll is as unique as the girl creating her. Each My American Girl doll comes with ...
Nurf giveaway
I nursed my babies, but I always had to have a big blanket with me at all times to do so. It was something that took up a lot of space in my bag, but it was a necessity for my comfort. Not exactly stylish and not all that handy considering the blanket could fall off my shoulder at any time.
Reno Rose has developed the ultimate solution for nursing moms or even those who are fashion savvy. The Nurf is a stylish scarf that you can use to accessorize ...
Patemm
Kinoban giveaway
There are several items every parent needs. Things that make your life easier with squirmy babies. What are your essential items when you leave the house? Diapers, bottles, wipes, changes of baby clothes? Yeah, definitely. Do you ever get tired of frantically searching for just the right item when you need them in that big bulky bag of yours? I thought so. Here is a fantastic solution for you.
"The patemm® pad—a smart, stylish and practical solution to the diaper bag—is a patented, award-winning design that makes changing ...
Tastefully Simple
Win a $50 Gift Certificate
Want to win a $50 gift certificate to spend on Tastefully Simple products? Cyndie Decowski, Independent Consultant has generously offered one lucky Macaroni Kid reader a gift certificate to try out the items of their choice up to $50! How fun! Tastefully Simple offers a wide selection of convenient, easy-to-prepare foods designed to help people spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the rest of their lives.
How do you enter to win? Email me with Tastefully Simple in the subject line to [email protected] . If ...
There's Something in The Water
Zuvo Giveaway
So, rumor has it that there are some issues, as of late, with the drinking water in Clinton. Whether you live there or not, it makes you stop and think about what is really in the water we drink everyday, right? Well, water is a necessity and having to boil water to drink it doesn't sound like a great long term solution. Water bottles get expensive very quickly, too. Not to mention the environmental factor of using all those water bottles. Zuvo sent me a water filtration system to ...
Time Flies When You Are Having Fun!
Can you believe this is the very last week of July? Just a few weeks left of summer before school is back in session! I hope you have been having a great summer and having lots of fun with your kids and families.
One of the things I love about summer is just playing outside with my kids in the evening. Our family loves to run around outside, chase fireflies, ride bikes and scooters, and just chat. Taking walks through the neighborhood are great times to hear everything my kids ...
Yo Gabba Gabba Live
Win tickets!
Does your child love Yo Gabba Gabba? Why not go see them live? One super lucky Macaroni Kid reader will receive a family four pack of tickets to go see Yo Gabba Gabba Live in Philadelphia on August 29th at the 5:30pm showing!
How do you enter to win? Email me with Yo Gabba Gabba in the subject line to [email protected] . If you want 5 more chances, have a friend subscribe to Macaroni Kid and put your name as the reason they heard of us. You will ...
Tuesday, July 27 through Wednesday, July 28 - Regal Family Film Fest
Where: Regal Cinemas--Phillipsburg, NJWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AMWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREE
Tuesday, July 27 through Tuesday, October 12 - Storytime at Barnes and Noble
Where: Somerville Barnes and NobleWhen: 10:30 AM (every Tuesday morning)Who: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREE
Tuesday, July 27 through Thursday, August 26 - RVCC Planetarium for Kids
Where: Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium Street address: 118 Lamington Road BranchburgWhen: 2:00 PM (Tuesdays and Thursdays)Who: (for families with kids ages 6-12)How: show up or callCost: Admission: $6 per personFor more info: Phone number: 908-231-8805 Website: www.raritanval.edu/planetarium
Wednesday, July 28 through Wednesday, September 1 - Free Movies on the Green
Where: the green newar Connections Cafe in Turntable Junction FlemingtonWhen: starts at duskWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREEFor more info: rain or shine, if the weather is bad, the movie will be moved inside
Wednesday, July 28 through Wednesday, September 1 - Movies with Ice Cream
Where: 299 S Main St (near the Firehouse) Raritan TownshipWhen: after duskWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: movie is freeFor more info: 7/28 The Wizard of Oz 8/4 Finding Nemo 8/11 The Cat in the Hat 8/18 Alice in Wonderland (2010) 9/1 Grease for more information call 908-284-1233
Wednesday, July 28 through Wednesday, September 1 - Story time
Where: Clinton Book Shop 12 E. Main St ClintonWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AMWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREEFor more info: www.clintonbookshop.com
Wednesday, July 28 through Thursday, July 29 - Family Stages "Toad's Escape"
Where: NCB Library 65 Halstead St Clinton, NJ 08809When: 10:30 AM (1:30pm)Who: for ages 3 and upHow: pick up tickets beginning July 22ndCost: FREEFor more info: www.hclibrary.us
Wednesday, July 28 through Tuesday, August 24 - RVCC Planetarium
Where: Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium Street address: 118 Lamington Road Town: BranchburgWhen: 3:00 PMWho: for families with kids ages 6-12How: show up or callCost: $6 per personFor more info: Phone number: 908-231-8805 Website: www.raritanval.edu/planetarium
Thursday, July 29 - Storytime at Barnes and Noble
All children love being read to. Every storytime, we explore a new theme. Join us for stories and activities and foster a love for reading in your little one.
Somerville
Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, 908-526-7425
Where: Somerville
Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, 908-526-7425When: 10:30 AM (every Thursday morning)Who: all childrenHow: show upCost: FREEFor more info: 908-526-7425 www.barnesandnoble.com
Thursday, July 29 through Wednesday, August 25 - Rockin Rocket Ride RVCC Planetarium
Where: Venue: Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium Street address: 118 Lamington Road Town: BranchburgWhen: 2:00 PMWho: for families with kids ages 3-8How: show up or callCost: Admission: $6 per personFor more info: Phone number: 908-231-8805 Website: www.raritanval.edu/planetarium
Thursday, July 29 through Wednesday, August 25 - Tyco to the Moon RVCC Planetarium
Where: Venue: Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium Street address: 118 Lamington Road Town: BranchburgWhen: 3:00 PMWho: families with kids ages 5-10How: show up or callCost: Admission: $6 per personFor more info: Phone number: 908-231-8805 Website: www.raritanval.edu/planetarium
Thursday, July 29 - Rock Band and Wii @ the Library
Where: Hunterdon County Library Lower Level FlemingtonWhen: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM (every Thursday)Who: Everyone, however it is library policy that anyone under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adultHow: show up!Cost: FREEFor more info: http://www.hclibrary.us/events.htm
Friday, July 30 through Friday, September 3 - Special Open Gym @ Kidz Fun Zone
Where: Kidz Fun Zone 843 State Route 12 Suite B3 Frenchtown, NJ 08825When: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PMWho: children up to the age of 10How: show upCost: $7.00 per child for members, $9.00 per child for non-membersFor more info: www.kidzfunzone.net
Friday, July 30 through Thursday, August 26 - Laser concert at RVCC Planetarium
Where: Venue: Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium Street address: 118 Lamington Road Town: BranchburgWhen: 3:00 PMWho: for families with kids ages 6-12How: show up or callCost: $6For more info: Phone number: 908-231-8805 Website: www.raritanval.edu/planetarium
Friday, July 30 through Friday, September 3 - Come Together
Where: Main St, East Main St, and Lower Center Streets ClintonWhen: 7:00 PMWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREEFor more info: 908-713-1134
Friday, July 30 through Friday, August 27 - Summer Skies RVCC Planetarium
Where: Venue: Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium Street address: 118 Lamington Road Town: BranchburgWhen: 7:30 PMWho: ages 8 to adultHow: show up or callCost: $6For more info: Phone number: 908-231-8805 Website: www.raritanval.edu/planetarium
Friday, July 30 through Friday, August 27 - Rock Laser Concerts RVCC Planetarium
Where: Venue: Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium Street address: 118 Lamington Road Town: BranchburgWhen: 8:30 PMWho: for ages 8-adultHow: show up or callCost: $6 per personFor more info: Phone number: 908-231-8805 Website: www.raritanval.edu/planetarium
Friday, July 30 through Friday, October 22 - Friday Night Fireworks
Where: Riverfront, LambertvilleWhen: 9:30 PMWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREE
Saturday, July 31 through Saturday, August 28 - Live Music at Liberty Village Outlets
Sat, July 31: Emily Rose
Sat, Aug 7: Barynya
Sat, Aug 14: Fe
Sat, Aug 21: Hofbrauhaus
Sat, Aug 28: Siesta Key All Stars
Where: Liberty Village Premium Outlets 1 Church Street Flemington, NJ, 08822When: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREEFor more info: 908-782-8550.
Saturday, July 31 - Booksigning with Lisa Eichlin
Where: Book Garden in FrenchtownWhen: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: purchase of book
Sunday, August 1 - Children's Programs
Where: meeting room of Flemington Free Library, 118 Main Street, FlemingtonWhen: 10:30 am Tuesdays for 3-5 years, 10:30 am on Wednesdays for 2-3 yearsWho: 3-5 years/2-3 yearsHow: Call (908) 782-5733, or visit [email protected]Cost: freeFor more info: parents or care-givers invited to stay
Thursday, August 5 - Preschool Storytime
Where: Washington Library 20 West Carlton Avenue,
Washington, NJ 07882 (Warren County)When: 10:30 amWho: 3-5 year oldsHow: Phone: (908) 689-0201Cost: FREEFor more info: Closed over Memorial Day weekend
Thursday, August 12 - Summer Bedtime Stories
Where: NCB Library 65 Halstead St Clinton, NJ 08809When: 7:00 PM - 7:45 PM (register beginning 7/29/2010)Who: ages 2-5 accompanied by an adultHow: register ahead www.hclibrary.usCost: FREEFor more info: next bedtime story will be 8/5/2010 (register beginning 7/29/2010)
Sunday, August 1 through Thursday, February 17 - Bouncy Booktime
Where: Lambertville LibraryWhen: 10 am and 11amWho: 4 months to 4 yearsHow: 609-397-0275Cost: FREE
Monday, August 30 - Teen Rock & Read
Where: Warren County Library - Northeast Branch 63 Route 46 Hackettstown, NJ 07840When: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PMWho: Ages 13 and upHow: Sign-ups required, either call the library at 908-813-3858 or email Kelly at [email protected]Cost: FREEFor more info: 908-813-3858 or email Kelly at [email protected]
Tuesday, August 3 - Lego Build
Where: Bridgewater Commons Mall--Lego StoreWhen: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: ages 6-14How: show up early!Cost: FREEFor more info: http://stores.lego.com/en-us/StoreEvents.aspx
Saturday, August 7 - Home Depot Kids Workshops
Where: your local Home DepotWhen: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: ages 5-12How: show upCost: FREE
Sunday, August 8 - Spinning, Weaving + Fiber Arts Day
Where: Peaceful Valley Orchards, 150 Pittstown Rd., Pittstown, NJ 08867When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PMWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: Free admissionFor more info: [email protected] 908-730-7748
Saturday, August 14 - Build and Grow at Lowes
Where: your local LowesWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: everyoneHow: show upCost: FREEFor more info: http://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/Home.aspx
Tuesday, August 17 - The Wiggles Live!
- Having fun with your favorite wiggly pal as they sing and dance through the audience.
- Starting the fun at home by creating a Wiggles sign and/or dressing up as your favorite character.
- Yelling "Wake up, Jeff!" whenever the lovable Purple Wiggle falls asleep onstage.
Where: IZOD Center East Rutherford, NJWhen: n/aWho: everyoneHow: purchaset tickets online http://www.ticketmaster.com/venueartist/69/705291?brand=izodcenterCost: variesFor more info:
Saturday, August 21 - Diaper Swap at Clothesline
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Where:
Clothesline 44 Main Street CalifonWhen: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: everyoneHow: show up or register to trade or sell your items by August 1stCost: variesFor more info: Cash only for gently used swap items. Cash and cards accepted for new items.
All are welcome to mingle, browse, meet other moms and learn about cloth diapering. Kids are welcome as well. Refreshments will be provided. If you wish to sell or trade your items, please register before August 1. More info or to register contact Alison at [email protected] or 770-313-3772
Sunday, August 29 - Yo Gabba Gabba Live!
Where: The Mann Center of Performing Arts Philadelphia, PAWhen: n/aWho: everyoneHow: purchase tickets onlineCost: variesFor more info: http://www.yogabbagabbalive.com/
A Little Night Music
Winner & Special Discount
Congratulations to Patricia O. and Kristie T., each a winner of a pair of tickets to go see A Little Night Music! Can't wait to hear about the show! Have fun!
Tony®, Golden Globe- and Grammy Award–winner Bernadette Peters and Tony®, Drama Desk- and Emmy–winner Elaine Stritch star in the first Broadway revival of Stephen Sondheim’s and Hugh Wheeler’s Tony Award®–winning masterpiece A LITTLE NIGHT MUSIC, directed by Tony Award®-winner Trevor Nunn.
Based on Ingmar Bergman's film, Smiles of a Summer Night ...
Boot camp winner announced!
Amanda H. is the very lucky winner of a FREE month of Flemington Fat Burning Boot Camp! Have fun, Amanda!
Flemington Fat Burning Boot Camp meets at the Little Gym in Flemington.
Days Ago Timers
Win it!
Ever go to see what is in the fridge only to find something that you're not sure just how long it has been in there? Wondering if it is safe to eat or whetherit is time to toss it? Well, there is a gadget for that now! Days Ago timers were created to keep tabs on just how long it has been since you opened a container and now you will know how long it is good for. Especially great for jars of baby food or milk, all you ...
Fun DVDs for Little Ones
We received two very fun DVDs from HIT entertainment to check out and my four year old couldn't be happier! I guess it has been a while since I have watched a Thomas & Friends DVD and I was pleasantly surprised at how the animation quality had changed. My four year old is a huge Thomas fan and was so excited to see episodes that he had not seen before. This is a great addition to a Thomas lover's DVD collection!
Fizzling fireboxes! Steam along with four all-new adventures ...
Go Go Squeez
Go Go Get Some!
My kids love applesauce and they are always on the go. Just this past week, I was packing up lunches for them for soccer camp when I realized that containers of applesauce weren't really very convenient for their outdoor camp. So often, the contents of those containers end up on their shirts when they attempt opening them. Then you have to deal with spoons and if those fall on the ground, yuck! Never a good thing! But they love applesauce, so what am I supposed to do?
As I ...
Gummy Lump winner
The winner is Jennifer N.! Have fun with the great toys coming your way!
I love wooden toys, there is something so nice about them. High quality and long lasting, I always gravitate toward them. We were sent a Melissa & Doug wooden food set, courtesy of Gummy Lump, to check out and it is really great. This set has everything you need to create your own cupcakes from baking to decorating. Your little bakers will love pretending to create their own yummy confections with this set. Gummy Lump is an ...
Laptop Lunches
It's that time of year, whether we want to admit it or not. We are gearing up for Back to School. I know we all want to do our part to be green and less wasteful. A great place to start is with our children's lunches.
This past year I don't even want to know how much waste came from daily lunches, baggies and juice boxes being discarded daily. This year, I plan on thinking ahead and avoiding all of that. I came across Laptop Lunches and ...
Little Kids Bubbles
Winner and new giveaway
Winner chosen for the Little Kids Bubble Friend--check your emails!
Now let me introduce you to the Little Kids Bubble Lite! Combines the pre-schooler's (ages 3 and up) love of flashlights with bubble blowing! Dip the wand into the dipping tray and press the button for tons of illuminated bubbles! Includes a dipping tray and 4 oz. of Little Kids No Stain, No Dye, Non-Toxic premium bubble liquid. One lucky Macaroni Kid reader will get to try this with their own bubble fiend!
To enter Email me with Bubbles ...
No More Six O'Clock Scramble for this lucky winner
Lucky winner is....Fernanda L.! You will be cooking some great meals in no time!
Be sure to check out www.sixoclockscramble.com for more from Aviva Goldfarb!
I have a large family, with four growing, active boys in it. They get hungry and when they do, I don't have much time to act. Those days that I don't have a plan absolutely kills me. Because I am so busy, I am finding that I don't have a plan more often than not. Not a good thing ...
Select Comfort
Back to School
Is it too early to utter the words “back to school?” Let’s face it, it’s mid-July and before you know it, you’ll be buying school supplies for the kiddos. And, those moms and dads who are sending their kids off to college, may be purchasing futons, mini refrigerators, bikes, and bedding for dorm mattresses. As parents prep for back-to-school, there are things every parent should know about sleep + kids + college.Check out the link below to several helpful articles about kids and sleep, along with a coupon ...
Stella & Dot
Special offer for Macaroni Kid Readers!
Stella & Dot Jewelry - Not your Mom’s Tupperware Party!
“A company inspired by and created for strong women- just like you.”
If you haven’t already heard of Stella & Dot jewelry, it is the latest addition to the
home-party circuit, using independent stylists to sell gorgeous, fun jewelry at an
affordable price (in fact, half of the entire line is under is $50). Best of all, it is a
great way for anyone (moms especially!) to earn extra income while setting their
own schedule.
Stella & Dot, named after its founder ...
Wiggles winner!
Do you have Wiggles fans in your house? Do they want to see Sam, Jeff, Anthony and Murray and the world famous Wiggly dancers, as well as Wiggly friends Wags the Dog, Dorothy the Dinosaur, Henry the Octopus and Captain Feathersword live in concert? That's what I thought! Well, one super lucky Macaroni Kid reader has been chosen to win a four pack of tickets to go see the August 17th-2:30pm showing at the IZOD Center! Who is the lucky winner? It is Deborah--check your email! Congratulations!
Come ...
Yantra Mat Winner!
Our winner was chosen and it is Tara M.! Congratulations!
When the end of the day comes we are ready for bed time for these sweet kiddos of ours. Bedtime for them means time to unwind and relax without interruption. But, chances are good we have had an entire day of craziness and sometimes it is hard to really relax. I have a really great way for you to relax for real now! I was sent a Yantra Mat, a European acupressure spike mat, to try out. What is it ...
Zoku
Quick Pop Maker
I remember growing up making ice pops from scratch. I absolutely loved it. It was something we did every summer. But since I have become a mom, I have yet to see something easy to do the job right. Until now, that is. I was sent the Zoku to check out and it is everything I wanted to have in an ice pop maker. You can freeze the base and when the base is properly frozen, you can pull it out and pour your homemade ice pop concoctions (the possibilities ...
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