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May 17, 2012
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Welcome to this weeks edition of Macaroni Kid!

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Can you believe May is half over?!  Where did it go?  I can not wait to have some lazy days this summer and slowdown~ well... at least a little bit!  We know as parents that there is really no slowing down for us is there?  
This week we have lots of great articles for you~ hope you enjoy them!
Food Allergy and Awareness Week ~ Facts Every Parent Should Know
Chicken Pesto Salad
Jellyfish Craft
Wildlife Weekend
It's Bug Season! 
The Fresh Beat Band!
2012-2013 Macaroni Kid Pre-School ...

Food Allergy and Awareness Week

Facts EVERY Parent Should Know

Do you read every label, on every package of food, every week, at the grocery store?  Have you ever feared for your child’s life as you took them to a friend’s birthday party or school celebration?  Do you bake most things from scratch so you can control the ingredients?  Chances are no, unless you have a child or family member with a life-threatening food allergy.

It is estimated that 15 million Americans have food allergies and there has been a dramatic increase in the last few years by ...

Macaroni Cares~ Wildlife Weekend

RCA HD Video Camera Giveaway!

Join the movement! Macaroni Kid is helping Dawn educate more than 2 million kids this spring about the issues affecting wildlife, from oil spills to backyard ecosystems. Check out the FREE, downloadable lesson plans and experiments for teachers and parents. The fun doesn't end in the classroom – you'll also find FREE "Wildlife Weekend" family activities that you can do in your own backyard.
To continue Dawn's 30+ year commitment to preserving wildlife, Dawn worked with their partners at The Marine Mammal Center and International Bird Rescue to ...

Chicken Pesto Salad

Summer and pasta salad go hand in hand in this house. I LOVE having the ease of having a chilled pasta salad waiting for us in the fridge when we get home from the pool or zoo or whatever we have done that day. Add the benefit that there is no cleaning dishes and I can’t think of a better quick meal! We eat so much pasta salad, however, that I have had to come up with variations so that we don’t get bored with our typical “family ...


Jellyfish!

Jellyfish

What you’ll need…

Paper bowl

Hole punch

Squares of tissue paper

Glue

Small paper plate

Paintbrush

Googly eyes

Ribbon

What to do…

Turn the paper bowl upside down.

Using the hole punch, punch several holes all around the bottom edge (the lip of the paper bowl).  I made six total.

Cut ribbon to make one length of ribbon for each hole you punched.   Pull one ribbon length through one hold and tie a knot, so the ribbon won’t slip back through the hole.  Do this for each ...


This Week's Picks:

Saturday, May 19 - Houby Days Festival

Enjoy an Egg and Houby Breakfast, Sample Czech and Slovak cuisine, shop local vendors, listen to traditional Czech and Slovak music.  Catch a puppet show, parade at 1pm, Classy Chassy Cruisers car show, bands, papa balloon and more!
Where: Czech Village
16 Ave SW
Cedar Rapids
When: 7:00 AM - 10:00 PM
Who: Family
How: All day enjoy a carnival
Cost: n/s
For more info: www.NCSML.org
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Saturday, May 19 - Steam and Gas Engine Show

See a steam powered saw mill, antique cars and tractors, chain-saw carving and a threshing machine.  Hay rack rides and even learn how to drive a tractor.
Where: Seminole Valley Farm Museum 1400 Seminole Valley Rd NE Cedar Rapids
When: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: For the whole family
How: There will be kids games and a flea market
Cost: Admission is $5
For more info: n/a
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Saturday, May 19 - Kid Day America

Get free photo ID cards complete with fingerprints and dental records, local law enforcement, fire and military personel will be on hand.  Enjoy a free bounce house, karated demonstration, food and prizes!  Children will also have the opportunity to have a free spinal and scoliosis screening.
Where: Schwenn Family Chiropractic
When: 12:00 PM - 3:00 AM
Who: Family
How: Donations gladly accepted for Camp Courageous
Cost: Free
For more info: 319-377-4575
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This Week's Calendar:

May 15th through May 21st

Tuesday, May 15 through Tuesday, June 5 - The Parent Education Consortium is offering just a few more FREE classes this spring

The Parent Education Consortium is offering just a few more FREE classes this spring. 
Parenting Young Children (0-5)
Where: Viola Gibson Elementary
6101 Gibson Dr. NE
Cedar Rapids
When: 5:30 PM - 7:45 PM
Who: Parents
How: To register, contact
Parent Education
Consortium
Cost: Free
For more info: 319-399-6809
http://www.aea10.k12.ia.us/pec/index.html
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Wednesday, May 16 - Story Time with African American Museum: "Martin's Dream"

The African American Museum will present the program at Story Time today: "Martin's Dream" (Martin Luther King). Join us and participate in Story Time Stars! Get your very own bookmark and earn a star to put on it each time you attend our stories-music-action rhymes program. When you visit four times, you win a prize! Great for preschool-age children; an adult must accompany children under the age of 10.
Where: Cedar Rapids Public Library Westdale Mall Cedar Rapids
When: 10:30 AM
Who: Children
How: Children must be accompanied by an adult    
Cost: Free
For more info:  319-398-5123
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Thursday, May 17 - Science Station Power Graduation Celebration!

Come play and learn with science!  
Where: Science Station  Lindale Mall Cedar Rapids
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Pre-schoolers
How: Provided by science station educators
Cost: $3
For more info: 319-363-4629
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Thursday, May 17 - Beginners Coupon Class

Join Amanda from A FEW SHORT CUTS for a Beginners Coupon Class!
Where: Hiawatha Public Library
150 West Willman Street
Hiawatha
When: 6:30 PM
Who: Family
How: Please contact the library to register
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.hiawathalibrary.com/

319.393.1414
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Thursday, May 17 - Pajama Storytime: Pirates in Pajamas

Pajama Storytime!  Wear your jammies and bring your favorite stuffed animal for a special story time in the gallery and a simple art project~ all with a bedtime theme.
Where: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art 410 Third Ave SE Cedar Rapids   
When: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Family
How: Contact Erin Thomas
Cost: Free
For more info: 319-366-7503


ethomas@crma.org 

http://www.crma.org/Event/Detail/470/Pajama-Story-Time-The-Princess-the-Pea.aspx
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Friday, May 18 - Hershey's Track & Field Games

The Hershey's Track & Field Games is a FREE national track meet for boys and girls born 1998-2003 regardless of skill level. Events are divided between ages and gender. Field events offered are softball throw and standing long jump. Track events vary according to age group: they range from 50 meters to 1 mile. The first place finisher in each event automatically qualifies for the State Hershey's Meet held in Marshalltown.
Where: Bob Brown Track
Regina High School
Iowa City
When: 8:00 AM
Who: Family
How: Pre-Registration is required.Registration deadline is Wednesday, May 14. Forms must be submitted to the Iowa City Recreation Division, 220 South Gilbert St .
Cost: Free
For more info: (319) 356-5109
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Friday, May 18 - Family Swim at Coralville Indoor pool

Family Swim!
Where: Coralville Recreation Center 1506 8th St.  Coralville
When: 6:30 PM - 8:50 PM
Who: Family
How: no lap lanes from 6:30-7:30pm
Cost: $10 per family
For more info: www.coralville.org
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Friday, May 18 - Gizmo Guys at The ICM

The Gizmo Guys are visiting The Iowa Children's Museum! Gizmo Guys are a juggling group that incorporates "dazzling technique and infectious humor". Check out the Gizmo Guys' website for more information and videos of their act. 
Where: The Iowa Children's Museum Coral Ridge Mall Coralville
When: 6:30 PM
Who: Children
How: A juggling workshop just for kids!
Cost: Included with museum admission
For more info: www.theicm.org
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Saturday, May 19 - HubFest 2012

Come to Matthew 25 Ministry Hub's annual Plant and Tool Sale! Plus a bounce house and other fun activities for the kids, live music from local youth bands and food.
Where: Matthew 25 Ministry Hub
225 K Ave NW
Cedar Rapids
When: 9:00 AM - 1:30 PM
Who: Family
How: Plants, Tools, Bounce House?  Id say that is perfect for the whole family!
Cost: free
For more info: http://www.facebook.com/events/150303018434121/
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Saturday, May 19 - Exhibit Opening - The Linn County Discovery Room

Join the History Center for the opening of a new permanent exhibit, The Discovery Room. The room features an interactive exhibit for children and includes hands-on activities, games and dress up clothes. The room will showcase the lives of eight different children who grew up in Linn County. Grant Wood, Ellen Douglas, Betty Auchard and Heinrich Kelsey are among the children featured.
Where: Carl & Mary Koehler History Center
615 First Avenue SE
Cedar Rapids
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Family
How: http://historycenter.org
Cost: Free will donation
For more info: 319-362-1501 
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Saturday, May 19 - ICNC Flower Power

Spring is the season to get excited about new life! Bring your little one out to discover the wonders of fabulous flowers and other plants through self-guided stations. Dig in the dirt, plant seeds to take home and see what’s sprouting up in our woods and prairie on a naturalist-led hike. Activities begin at 10:00am and will be repeated through 12:00 noon, so come and go as it works best for you and your toddler!
Where: Indian Creek Nature Center 6665 Otis Rd SE Cedar Rapids
When: 10:00 AM
Who: 18-36 mos
How: Call to register
Cost: $4 for member child, $5 for non-member and adults are free
For more info: 319-362-0664
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Saturday, May 19 - Memory Makers: Coming to Iowa

How did people travel to Iowa over time?  We'll talk about all of the ways people traveled and make a covered wagon to take home.
Where: The Carl and Mary Koehler History Center Cedar Rapids
When: 10:30 AM
Who: Children ages 4-9
How: Children must be accompanied by an adult
Cost: $3
For more info: 319-362-1501 Ext. 11
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Saturday, May 19 - Bug Academy

Enjoy hands on activities to find insects and learn basic identification techniques.  Take home your own beatle trap.
Where: Indian Creek Nature Center 6665 Otis Rd SE Cedar Rapids
When: 1:00 PM
Who: Pre-schoolers
How: Come dressed to go outdoors
Cost: $5-$8
For more info: 319-362-0664 registration
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Saturday, May 19 - Alice In Wonderland

Adventure and wonder often go hand in hand - especially if your name is Alice! Enjoy as the magic unfolds before your eyes when you see "Alice in Wonderland" at Theatre Cedar Rapids.
On a golden afternoon, young Alice follows a White Rabbit, who disappears down a nearby rabbit hole. Quickly following him, she tumbles into the burrow - and enters the merry, topsy-turvy world of Wonderland! Whimsical escapades highlight Alice's journey, which culminates in a madcap encounter with the Queen of Hearts - and her army of playing cards! This version will be an original adaptation of the classic story for stage by Jason Alberty.
Where: Theatre Cedar Rapids
102 Third Street SE
Cedar Rapids
When: 7:30 PM
Who: Family
How: LINK to buy tickets
Cost: Adult Premium/Standard: $25/20 - Youth/Student: $15
For more info: www.theatrecr.org

319-366-8591
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Monday, May 21 - Starlight Story Time

Starlight, Starbright! Come to story time tonight...and listen to tales, sing songs, and take part in action rhymes. Great for preschool-age children and lower elementary-age children.
Where: Cedar Rapids Public Library
When: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: Preschool-age and lower elementary age children.
How: An adult must stay with child/children in the story time area during the program.
Cost: Free
For more info: 319-398-5123
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Its Bug Season!

According to the National Pest Management Association, an unseasonably warm winter is expected to bring bugs and pests out of hibernation early this year, meaning we’re in store for prolonged mosquito season. Rather than turning to toxic bug sprays to fight against mosquito-borne viruses like West Nile and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), Mom’s everywhere can count on PIC® to help protect their families from dangerous mosquito bites with two unique products that provide maximum protection with all-natural ingredients that don’t need to be applied to skin.
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The Fresh Beat Band Coming to Davenport!

Get your tickets NOW for the Davenport show on October 19!!! These tickets WILL sell out so move fast!  Here is a direct LINK on where you can buy your tickets!! 

(DAVENPORT), APRIL 3, 2012 – The Fresh Beat Band, Nickelodeon's popular preschool music group and stars of the hit TV series of the same name, are adding a second leg (50 cities, 70 performances) to their current sold-out nationwide concert tour and will play Davenport on Friday, October 19 at the Adler Theatre at 6:30pm.  After a brief ...

2012-2013 Macaroni Kid Pre-school Guide

It's here! The Macaroni Kid Cedar Rapids and Iowa City 2012-2013 Pre-school Guide!  We have all kinds of preschools in every area~ Marion, Hiawatha, Cedar Rapids, Robins, North Liberty, Coralville , Iowa City, and the list goes on~ so we hope that you will find this guide useful.  I know when I was looking for a preschool for the first time, I NEVER realized they start registering children so soon. I just thought that you called one up in August, told them you would like your child to go to ...


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