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Torch Relay - Children's Miracle Network Hospials
I had an absolutely amazing week and wanted to share with everyone about a wonderful event that I had the privilege to be a part of. Last Sunday I was invited to come out and make our famous Macaroni Bracelets at the Torch Relay supporting The Children's Miracle Network which was amazing. Picture the Olympics meets Extreme Home Makeover - that's the best way I can describe it. The Torch was carried on the big bus across the Nation and stopped in 20 cities including The Woodlands this year ...
Whispering Angels CD
A Delightful Selection of Inspiration for Your Family
Looking for that "calm moment" in your busy and hectic day taking care of your little angels? As a mom, I have learned how to go with the flow and roll with the punches, however there are just some days where the kids are more rambunctious than normal and all I want is for them to just be a little calmer. Or, have you ever experienced a car trip with the children where they are constantly arguing, crying and fussing? Enter my secret weapon...The Whispering Angels CD. Don't ...
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2011 Holiday Gift Guide
The holidays are fast approaching and Macaroni Kid subscribers are already on the hunt for that special gift for their loved ones. This year Macaroni Kid Greater North Houston is going to give our readers some help with our Holiday Gift Guide.
Macaroni Kid aims to be a helpful resource to parents in the area as well as a support for local businesses. We are planning to publish our Holiday Gift Guide special edition on November 17th and it will run through Christmas. We will be hosting this information in ...
Whispering Angels CD & Little Lamb Give-A-Way
Whispering Angels has put together a wonderful give-a-way for you all.
Here's how to enter:
Contest will run from November 3rd to November 17th at midnight. The winner will be announced on Friday, November 18th on facebook and twitter, first name last initial, and will have 48 hours to e-mail me their address. For multiple opportunities to win please select all or some of the following:
- Write on our facebook wall, get one entry
- Tweet us @mackidhouston, get one entry
- Comment on this article, get one entry
- Refer someone ...
A Safe Way For Kids To Surf The Web
Surfing the internet can be dangerous for kids. Inappropriate content, computer viruses and other dangers lurk behind seemingly innocent domains. We recently came across a computer application that takes away the worry, and helps kids practice new skills in a fun way. Fooz Kids is a kid-safe application that offers children a wide selection of age-appropriate activities - controlled by parents.
In addition to keeping children safe, Fooz Kids allows them to become proficient in 5 essential skills: creativity, connectedness, discovery, learning and play. It comes in two versions: Fooz Kids ...
Candy Corn Popcorn
My good friend and publisher of Macaroni Kid in Cranston, RI, Heather has this amazing Candy Corn Popcorn Recipe that I had to share. Best of all, I'm sure most of us still have a bag of candy corn in our house left over from Halloween. :)
You will need:
- 4-5 cups cups of popcorn (I used microwave popcorn)
- 1/2 cup candy corn
- 1/4 cup white chocolate (optional)
- 1/4 cup milk chocolate (optional)
Directions:
- Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper.
- Spread 4-5 cups of popcorn into ...
Turkey Shirt
This fun Turkey Shirt is made for both of my boys, was super easy to make and they were excited to wear them!
Supplies:
- Fabric Paint (brown & colors for feathers)
- Piece of cardboard to place in between the shirt so the paint won't bleed to the back of the shirt
- T-Shirt, Polo Shirt, Apron etc...
Just wash and iron shirts/item you plan to use and lay out with cardboard between the layers. I did my shirts in stages just because I tend to smudge and make a mess ...
Sunday, November 6 - Perfect Turkey @ Williams Sonoma
Where: Williams Sonoma @ The Woodlands Mall 1201 Lake Woodlands Dr. The Woodlands, TX 77380When: 2:00 PMWho: AdultsHow: Reservations Required: 281-298-6915Cost: free
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Thursday, November 10 through Thursday, November 10 - "Fab 5" - Fall Concert Series Presents
Where: Thursday evenings on Market Street, The Woodlands, Texas - Located across the street from the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, Market is between Lake Woodlands Drive, Lake Robbins Drive, Grogan's Mill Road and Six Pines drive.When: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PMWho: Everyone welcome.How: Bring your blanets, lawn chairs or enjoy local renowned artists while dining al fresco at the wonderful restaurants in the area.Cost: Free
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Wednesday, November 2 through Sunday, January 15 - Chill Out at the Houston Zoo
Houston summers are hot, but the Houston Zoo is cool. In fact, there are 13 indoor, air-conditioned locations to chill out and relax during your day with the animals.
Houston summers are hot, but the Houston Zoo is cool. In fact, there are 13 indoor, air-conditioned locations to chill out and relax during your day with the animals. Our animals enjoy Chill Out-themed enrichment activities that keep them happy and cooled off. From ice-pops for our loveable otters, to daily baths for our elephants, our animals will be enjoying Chill Out enrichment all summer long.Where: Houston Zoo 1513 N. MacGregor Houstn, TX 77030When: 4:00 PMWho: EveryoneCost: Download and print coupon and bring it to the Houston Zoo any day this summer through September 4th to receive $4 off an adult or child Zoo admission if you arrive after 4 p.m. Limit one coupon per personFor more info: http://www.houstonzoo.org/chillout/
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Thursday, November 3 - A Tale and a Treat
Where: Barnes & Noble 1201 Lake Woodlands Dr The Woodlands, TX 77380When: 11:00 AMWho: childrenHow: No Registration requiredCost: free
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Thursday, November 3 - Kingwood Farmers Market
Where: Kingwood Town Center 4403 Town Center Place Kingwood, TX 77338When: 3:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: No Registration RequiredCost: free
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Saturday, November 5 - Feast of Artisans Farmers Market
Where: located on the northeast corner of Oak Ridge Dr. and Nursery Rd.at Frame Craft Lampros Gallery (1 block west of I-45N)When: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: No registration requiredCost: No tickets required
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Saturday, November 5 through Saturday, November 5 - Let's Eat! Place Mat Craft Class
Where: Lakeshore Learning stores in your areaWhen: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PMWho: Children ages 3 and upHow: Contact your nearest Lakeshore Learning store for details and/or registrationCost: Free
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Saturday, November 5 - Pajama Party Story Time
Where: Pottery Barn Kids 1201 Lake Woodlands Drive Suite 3002 The Woodlands, TX 77380When: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMWho: ChildrenHow: No Registration RequiredCost: free
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Thursday, November 10 through Thursday, November 10 - Chris Cortez - Jazz Guitarist & Vocalist - Fall Concert Series
Where: Thursday evenings on Market Street, The Woodlands, Texas - Located across the street from the Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion, Market is between Lake Woodlands Drive, Lake Robbins Drive, Grogan's Mill Road and Six Pines drive.When: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PMWho: Everyone welcome.How: Bring your blanets, lawn chairs or enjoy local renowned artists while dining al fresco at the wonderful restaurants in the area.Cost: Free
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Free Museum Days
Did you know that the Houston Museums and attractions have FREE days every month? Load up the kiddos and check it out!
Buffalo Soldiers National Museum: Free every Monday from 10AM-5PM
Children's Museum: Free the first Sunday of the month and every Thursday from 5PM-8PM
Health Museum: Free every Thursday from 2pm-7pm
Houston Museum of Natural Science: Free every Tuesday after 2PM
Houston Zoo: Free the first Tuesday of each month after 2PM
John Freeman Weather Museum: Free every Thursday from 12PM - 4PM
Museum of Fine Arts: Free every ...
Arts & Crafts
Here's a list of our favorite arts & crafts that have been featured in our past newsletters. These are perfect to keep the kids entertained and great for a rainy day too!
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