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My Macaroni Minute
Welcome to Macaroni Kid Cincinnati Metro. I'm so happy you are here with us!
Hope all you mom's had a wonderful mother's day last week!
Having to make this week's newsletter a short one. Life got in my way this week, and we are on the last day of my husband being gone for 16 of the last 20 days. (I'm about ready to pull my hair out and completely stressed with the disarray in every direction I look.)
Hopefully the weather holds out for ...
National Kids to Parks Day
May 18, 2013
"We want ...
Story Times
Monday
- Make a Mess At the Manatee (10am - Blue Manatee)
- Preschool Storytime (10:30am - Main Library / Ages 3-6)
- Kids Storytime (10:30am - Joseph Beth Booksellers)
- Toddler Storytime (10:30am - Oakley Branch Library / Ages 18-36 mo.)
- Whale of a Tale (11:30am - Cincinnati Family Enrichment Center)
- Preschool Storytime ...
Basil Shrimp Pasta
Macaroni Menu
Gel Boards
Macaroni Made
Step 1: Measure approximately 5-6 ounces of hair gel and mix in as much glitter as you want!
Step 2: Pour mixture into a clear food storage bag and get as much air out as possible and seal bag.
Take A Colorful Nature Walk
Macaroni Fun
- An empty egg carton
- Paints and paintbrushes
Thursday, April 4 through Tuesday, December 31 - DAILY STORY TIMES
Where: Libraries, stores, museums, and community centers around townWhen: 9:00 AM (times vary)Who: kids & familiesHow:Cost: free
Saturday, April 20 through Sunday, June 30 - Butterfly Show - Butterflies of Morocco
Where: Krohn ConservatoryWhen: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: Kids and adultsHow:Cost: Adults $6, Seniors $5, Children $4 (4 and under free).For more info:
Wednesday, May 1 through Thursday, August 1 - Zoo Babies (Cincinnati Zoo)
Where: Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens
3400 Vine St.
Cincinnati, OH 45220When: 9:00 AM (normal zoo hours)Who: Animal LoversHow: Just stop on by (no baby gift required)Cost: Adult admission - $15
children (2-12) - $10;
seniors (62+) - $10.
Zoo admission free after 5pm.
Parking is $8.For more info: http://cincinnatizoo.org/events/zoo-babies/
Wednesday, May 1 through Friday, May 31 - Zoo Babies
Where: Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical GardensWhen: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM (regular zoo operating hours)Who: Kids and Adults alikeHow: Just stop in (no baby gift required!)Cost: Free with zoo admission
Zoo admission free after 5pm.
Parking is $8.For more info: http://cincinnatizoo.org/events/zoo-babies/
Wednesday, May 1 through Friday, May 31 - Zoo Babies (Cincinnati Zoo)
Where: Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens
3400 Vine St.
Cincinnati, OH 45220When: 9:00 AM (normal zoo hours)Who: Animal LoversHow: Just stop on by (no baby gift required)Cost: Adult admission - $15
children (2-12) - $10;
seniors (62+) - $10.
Zoo admission free after 5pm.
Parking is $8.For more info: http://cincinnatizoo.org/events/zoo-babies/
Friday, May 3 through Friday, May 31 - Pioneer Pastimes at Parky's Farm
Where: Parky's Farm; Winton WoodsWhen: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: Pre-Kindergarten through second gradeHow: A valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($10.00 annual; $3.00 daily) is required to enter the parks.Cost: Cost is $7.00 per child and $3.00 per adult day of the event. There is a discount of $6.00 per child and $2.50 per adult for online registrations at www.GreatParks.org. Playbarn admission and a wagon ride are included.For more info: For additional information, call (513) 521-PARK (7275).
Saturday, May 18 - Angelman Walk
Where: Berry International Friendship Park
Theodore M Berry International Park PlazaWhen: 7:00 AM - 1:00 PMWho: families, friends, and anyone who wants to suppor these angel babiesHow:Cost: Registration Fee TBD.
Fundraising is encouraged.For more info:
Saturday, May 18 - Storybook Fun with Curious George (Cincinnati Zoo)
Join us for songs, games, storybook reading, fun dances and lots of audience participation!
Where: Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Gardens
At the Wings of Wonder TheaterWhen: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PMWho: Kids with their parentsHow: Stop in during Zoo BabiesCost: Free with Zoo membership or daily admission.
Parking is $8For more info: http://cincinnatizoo.org/events/zoo-babies/
Saturday, May 18 - POND DETECTIVES
Where: Winton Woods at the Winton CentreWhen: 2:00 PMWho: familiesHow:Cost: (Free)
A valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($10.00 annual; $3.00 daily) is required to enter the parks.For more info: For additional information, please visit greatparks.org or call (513) 521-PARK (7275).
Saturday, May 18 - Children’s Theater performs Rumpelstilskin with special guests Bullooney Puppet works
Where: Smale Riverfront Park
Schmidlapp Event LawnWhen: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: kids and their parentsHow:Cost: freeFor more info:
Sunday, May 19 - SHAWNEE LOOKOUT FATHER-SON GOLF TOURNAMENT
Where: Shawnee Lookout at the Golf CourseWhen: 10:00 AMWho: Fathers and sons of all agesHow: Registration is required at greatparks.org by May 14.Cost: $70 per player or $90 per player with cart.
A valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($10.00 annual; $3.00 daily) is required to enter the parks.For more info: For additional information, please visit greatparks.org or call (513) 521-PARK (7275).
Sunday, May 19 - Taft Museum Free Sundays
Where: Taft Museum of Art
Pike Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202When: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Bringing a group of 15 or more to visit the Taft on a Free Sunday? Please let us know so we can better meet the needs of your group!Cost: FreeFor more info: Free Sundays are made possible by The Carol Ann And Ralph V. Haile, Jr./U.S. Bank Foundation.
http://www.taftmuseum.org/
Sunday, May 19 - ORIOLE WALK
Where: Fernbank Park at the PlaygroundWhen: 1:00 PMWho: famliesHow:Cost: (Free)
A valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($10.00 annual; $3.00 daily) is required to enter the parks.For more info: For additional information, please visit greatparks.org or call (513) 521-PARK (7275).
Sunday, May 19 - LOCAL WILDLIFE LORE & HISTORY
Where: Miami Whitewater Forest at the Visitor CenterWhen: 3:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow:Cost: (Free)
A valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($10.00 annual; $3.00 daily) is required to enter the parks.For more info: For additional information, please visit greatparks.org or call (513) 521-PARK (7275).
Sunday, May 19 - ANIMALS IN SHARON WOODS: LOS ANIMALES EN EL PARQUE
This program will be presented in Spanish.
Los invitamos a ver animales de nuestros bosques. Ustedes los podrán ver muy de cerca.
Este programa será presentado en español.
Where: Sharon Woods at the Sharon CentreWhen: 4:00 PMWho: Families; Spanish SpeakersHow:Cost: (Free)
A valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($10.00 annual; $3.00 daily) is required to enter the parks.For more info: For additional information, please visit greatparks.org or call (513) 521-PARK (7275).
Tuesday, May 21 through Thursday, May 23 - Build It! Architecture for Kids
The exhibit consists of 9 modules presenting architectural subjects including roofs, tools, & shapes. The exhibit promotes visual literacy through activities on shapes, color, and symmetries. Brightly colored, child-sized modules explore math concepts through activities on tessellations, ornament design, symmetry, scale, proportion, and composition. Children will explore familiar geometric shapes to better understand the properties of materials and structures.
Where: The Betts House
416 Clark Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45203When: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: Designed for children age three to twelveHow: Encourages kids to interact with each module. Design a tree house, decorate a skyscraper, make tessellations, create a floor plan. Through manipulation of materials, kids will be empowered to build, draw & create. Interpretative panels also explain the work of an architect & basic architectural concepts.Cost: $2 Admission
Free for members.
Free opportunities for school groups, scout troops, and home school groupsFor more info: Special Saturday activities for kids/families: hands-on programs on roofing & other trades, storytimes, craft activities. Details available on The Betts House website & Facebook page. All programs included in cost of admission.
https://www.facebook.com/events/440397592713135/
http://www.thebettshouse.org/
(513) 651-0734 - [email protected]
Friday, May 24 - Cincinnati REDS vs. Cubs
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Cincinnati Zoo Bald Eagle Flight"Sam" the Bald Eagle from the Cincinnati Zoo & Botanical Garden will perform a flight from the roof of the Cincinnati Bell Technology Pavilion in center field to the pitcher's mound during the singing of the national anthem.
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Fireworks FridayPost-game fireworks show with soundtrack starting approximately 15 minutes after the end of the game.
Where: Great American BallparkWhen: 7:10 PMWho: baseball loversHow:
Stadium Power Tour featuring the Long Haul BombersPregame and post-game festivities will showcase the biggest sluggers in softball.Cost: Ticket prices varyFor more info: http://cincinnati.reds.mlb.com/schedule/index.jsp?c_id=cin#y=2013&m=4&calendar=DEFAULT
Friday, May 24 - Full Moon Myth & Lore
Where: Caldwell Nature PreserveWhen: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PMWho: Adults & families ages 8+.How: Seating is limited to this free event.Cost: freeFor more info: Call 761-4313 or email [email protected].
Saturday, May 25 - Build It! Architecture for Kids
The exhibit consists of 9 modules presenting architectural subjects including roofs, tools, & shapes. The exhibit promotes visual literacy through activities on shapes, color, and symmetries. Brightly colored, child-sized modules explore math concepts through activities on tessellations, ornament design, symmetry, scale, proportion, and composition. Children will explore familiar geometric shapes to better understand the properties of materials and structures.
Where: The Betts House
416 Clark Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45203When: 12:30 PM - 5:00 PMWho: Designed for children age three to twelveHow: Encourages kids to interact with each module. Design a tree house, decorate a skyscraper, make tessellations, create a floor plan. Through manipulation of materials, kids will be empowered to build, draw & create. Interpretative panels also explain the work of an architect & basic architectural concepts.Cost: $2 Admission
Free for members.
Free opportunities for school groups, scout troops, and home school groupsFor more info: Special Saturday activities for kids/families: hands-on programs on roofing & other trades, storytimes, craft activities. Details available on The Betts House website & Facebook page. All programs included in cost of admission.
https://www.facebook.com/events/440397592713135/
http://www.thebettshouse.org/
(513) 651-0734 - [email protected]
Saturday, May 25 - Cincinnati REDS vs. Cubs
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Drawstring BackpackFree to the first 20,000 fans.
Where: Great American BallparkWhen: 4:10 PMWho: baseball loversHow:Cost: Ticket prices varyFor more info: http://cincinnati.reds.mlb.com/schedule/index.jsp?c_id=cin#y=2013&m=4&calendar=DEFAULT
Saturday, May 25 - In the Park After Dark: Outdoor Movie Night
Where: Olden View Park
2610 West 8th Street
Cincinnati, OH 45204When: 8:30 PM - 11:00 PMWho: families, adultsHow: just show up. Bring a blanket or chair.Cost: freeFor more info: cincinnatiparks.com
Friday, May 17 through Sunday, May 19 - Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Super Heros
Where: US Bank Arena
Downtown CincinnatiWhen: 7:00 PM (Times Vary - check website)Who: FamiliesHow: Get the ultimate fan experience with Sunny Seats! The Sunny Seats Pkg includes a VIP Seat & pre-show Meet & Greet photo opp w/2 Sesame Street Live Friends. Sunny Seat orders will include a special admittance ticket for entry into the Meet & Greet.Cost: Opening night: $15 (excluding Gold Circle & Sunny Seats)
Other days: $15, $18, $23, $33 (Gold Circle), & $63 (Sunny Seats)
Additional charges and fees may apply.
$3 OFF! (Passcode ERNIE at Ticketmaster.com) Offer excludes Gold Circle & Sunny Seats. Not valid on previously purchased tickets. Cannot be combined with any other offer.For more info: http://www.usbankarena.com/events/626/sesame-street-live-elmo-s-super-heroes/
Tickets also available at the U.S. Bank Arena Box Office, Ticketmaster.com, call 800-745-3000, or visit any Ticketmaster outlet.
Saturday, May 18 - KAYAK RIVER TRIP
A Kayak Quick Start session is a prerequisite for this trip.
Where: Lake IsabellaWhen: 11:00 AMWho: Recommended that Children be at least 8 years old.
Children must be accompanied by an adult.How: Registration is required at greatparks.org by May 13.Cost: $35 per adult and $30 per child age 8-18.
A valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($10.00 annual; $3.00 daily) is required to enter the parks.For more info: For additional information, please visit greatparks.org or call (513) 521-PARK (7275).
Sunday, May 19 - OUTDOOR ARCHERY
Where: Winton Woods at the Adventure OutpostWhen: 2:00 PMWho: Recommended for ages 8-98!How: Registration is required at greatparks.org by May 16.Cost: $15 per person. .
A valid Hamilton County Park District Motor Vehicle Permit ($10.00 annual; $3.00 daily) is required to enter the parks.For more info: For additional information, please visit greatparks.org or call (513) 521-PARK (7275).
Sunday, May 26 - Taft Museum Free Sundays
Where: Taft Museum of Art
Pike Street
Cincinnati, OH 45202When: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Bringing a group of 15 or more to visit the Taft on a Free Sunday? Please let us know so we can better meet the needs of your group!Cost: FreeFor more info: Free Sundays are made possible by The Carol Ann And Ralph V. Haile, Jr./U.S. Bank Foundation.
http://www.taftmuseum.org/
Sunday, May 26 - Cincinnati REDS vs. Cubs
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Kids Team Baseball Card SetAs part of family day at the ballpark, free to the first 8,000 kids 14 and younger.
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Reach Magazine Family DaysSundays are family days at the ballpark! One member of the family pays full price and may purchase up to three non-premium tickets at half-price in advance of game day only. Excludes Outer View Level and Kroger Bleachers.
Where: Great American BallparkWhen: 1:10 PMWho: baseball loversHow:Cost: Ticket prices varyFor more info: http://cincinnati.reds.mlb.com/schedule/index.jsp?c_id=cin#y=2013&m=4&calendar=DEFAULT
Monday, May 27 - Freestore Foodbank's Hunger Walk
Where: Sawyer Point: Yeatman's CoveWhen: 7:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: Families, AdultsHow:Cost: Registration fee, and request to Raise money / collect donations.For more info:
Monday, May 27 - Cincinnati REDS vs. Indians
Where: Great American BallparkWhen: 1:10 PMWho: baseball loversHow:Cost: Ticket prices varyFor more info: http://cincinnati.reds.mlb.com/schedule/index.jsp?c_id=cin#y=2013&m=4&calendar=DEFAULT
Tuesday, May 28 through Thursday, May 30 - Build It! Architecture for Kids
The exhibit consists of 9 modules presenting architectural subjects including roofs, tools, & shapes. The exhibit promotes visual literacy through activities on shapes, color, and symmetries. Brightly colored, child-sized modules explore math concepts through activities on tessellations, ornament design, symmetry, scale, proportion, and composition. Children will explore familiar geometric shapes to better understand the properties of materials and structures.
Where: The Betts House
416 Clark Street, Cincinnati, Ohio 45203When: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: Designed for children age three to twelveHow: Encourages kids to interact with each module. Design a tree house, decorate a skyscraper, make tessellations, create a floor plan. Through manipulation of materials, kids will be empowered to build, draw & create. Interpretative panels also explain the work of an architect & basic architectural concepts.Cost: $2 Admission
Free for members.
Free opportunities for school groups, scout troops, and home school groupsFor more info: Special Saturday activities for kids/families: hands-on programs on roofing & other trades, storytimes, craft activities. Details available on The Betts House website & Facebook page. All programs included in cost of admission.
https://www.facebook.com/events/440397592713135/
http://www.thebettshouse.org/
(513) 651-0734 - [email protected]
Tuesday, May 28 - Cincinnati REDS vs. Indians
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Tri-State Centers for Sight Senior Citizen SpecialsFans 60 and older may purchase select non-premium tickets at half-price in advance of game day only. Excludes Outer View Level and Kroger Bleachers.
Where: Great American BallparkWhen: 7:10 PMWho: baseball loversHow:Cost: Ticket prices varyFor more info: http://cincinnati.reds.mlb.com/schedule/index.jsp?c_id=cin#y=2013&m=4&calendar=DEFAULT
Wednesday, May 29 - Jazz in the Park
Where: Washington Park, BandstandWhen: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: Families, Adults, Music LoversHow:Cost: Free
Saturday, June 1 - Redlegs Run
Where: Great American Ball Park
Cincinnati, OHWhen: 8:00 AMWho: families and all reds fansHow:Cost: $15-40 Registration FeeFor more info: http://cincinnati.reds.mlb.com/cin/community/race.jsp
Saturday, June 1 - HOME DEPOT MONTHLY KIDS WORKSHOPS
Workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills, tool safety and instill a sense of pride and accomplishment. All kids get to keep their craft and receive a FREE Kids Workshop Apron, commemorative pin and certificate of achievement. Paint will be provided at the workshop for children to personalize their lawn mower pencil holder craft! Makes a great gift for Father's Day or other holiday!
Where: All Home Depot StoresWhen: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: FREE hands-on workshops designed for children ages 5 - 12How:Cost: FreeFor more info:
Saturday, June 1 - HAMILTON COUNTY CELEBRATES RESIDENTS WITH APPRECIATION DAYS
On Free Firsts Appreciation Days, county residents can enjoy free entry into any Hamilton County park without the need for a Motor Vehicle Permit. Special activities will also be offered, like free tour boat rides, free fishing, free rounds of miniature golf, discounts at Nature’s Niche stores, as well as free nature programs.
Where: All Hamilton County ParksWhen: 9:00 AM (All Day)Who: Hamilton County (OH) ResidentsHow: For a complete list of free and discounted activities and programs, please go to http://www.greatparks.org/events/free-firsts.html.Cost: Free to Hamiton County ResidentsFor more info: For additional information or a complete list of parks, please visit greatparks.org or call (513) 521-PARK (7275).
Macaroni Big Events
Plan Ahead To Be Sure You Enjoy These Cincinnati Metro Events Coming U
MARK YOUR CALENDARS
These big, purchase-ahead events are coming to Cincinnati.
MAY
May 17-19, 2013
Sesame Street Live: Elmo's Super Heroes
[US Bank Arena; Tickets: $15-$63]
July
July 25, 2013; 7pm
New Kids on the Block with 98 Degrees
[US Bank Arena; Tickets: Prices Vary]
AUGUST
August 4, 2013; 7pm
Maroon 5 with Kelly Clarkson
[US Bank Arena; Tickets: Prices Vary]
August 7, 2013; 7pm
Big Time Rush with Victoria Jackson
[US Bank Arena; Tickets: Prices Vary]
OCTOBER
October 30-November 3, 2013
Disney on Ice: Celebrating 100 Years ...
New Movie Opening Dates
Always wondering when that movie is going to open that you saw the trailer for?
Check out this article that provides a list of family & kid-friendly movies and their opening dates.
Iron Man 3
• Opens May 3, 2013
Star Trek Into Darkness
• Opens May 17, 2013
Epic
• Opens May 24, 2013
After Earth
• Opens May 31, 2013
June 2013
Man of Steel
• Opens June 14, 2013
Monsters University
• Opens June 21, 2013
July 2013
Despicable Me 2
• Opens July 3, 2013
Lone Ranger
• Opens July 3, 2013
Pacific ...
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