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May 10, 2012
News & Events
- A Note from the Publisher
- Why God Made Moms
- What Do Moms REALLY Want For Mother's Day?
- 365 Days of Natureʼs Own Bread - Free!
- Aggie's Kitchen-so many recipes, not enough time..
- This Week's Picks
- This Week's Calendar
- Plan Ahead
- Plantable Mother's Day Craft
- Mother's Day Handprint Flower Pot
- Seminole County Public Libraries Storytimes
- 2012 Summer Camp Guide
- Adoptable Pets Of The Week
- Kid Eats Free or Cheap
A Note from the Publisher
Happy Mother's Day and a Giveaway!!!
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May is a special month for me...not only do I get to celebrate Mother's Day - I also get to celebrate my birthday. Which just happens to be today. :-) Being a mom is the hardest job I have ever had - but it has also been the most rewarding. My children teach ...
Why God Made Moms
Happy Mother's Day!
Answers given by 2nd grade school children to the following questions:
Why did God make mothers?
1. She's the only one who knows where the scotch tape is.
2. Mostly to clean the house.
3. To help us out of there when we were getting born.
How did God make mothers?
1. He used dirt, just like for the rest of us.
2. Magic plus super powers and a lot of stirring.
3. God made my mom just the same like he made me. He just used bigger parts ...
What Do Moms REALLY Want For Mother's Day?
365 Days of Natureʼs Own Bread - Free!
Enter Natureʼs Own Portrait on a Plate Contest for your chance to win a yearʼs worth of bread!
All through this month, moms and their children will be in the kitchen creating unique portraits of Mom, using bread, meats, vegetables, fruit, condiments and whatever else is on hand in the pantry or ...
Aggie's Kitchen-so many recipes, not enough time..
This week's recipe: Stuffed Cabbage Casserole!
Are you all familiar with Instagram? I know some of you are (since I follow a few of you who follow this blog). Instagram, for those of you who don’t know, is a fun little photo-inspired social media hang out. It’s a happy place, a community of some sort, where you can keep up with others (and vice versa) through the eyes of the camera on your phone. And if you aren’t into the whole sharing thing, it’s all ...
Friday, May 11 - Teacher Fest 2012 at My Gym Lake Mary
Where: My Gym Lake Mary - 3851 Lake Emma RdWhen: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PMWho: All teachers and their families.How: RSVPs are appreciated, but not required. To RSVP, please click here.Cost: FREE! For information on the teacher special, please click here.For more info: 407-333-8069 or visit My Gym Lake Mary.
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Friday, May 11 - Make-It Take-It Craft Event @ Michaels - Mother's Day Flower Clip
Where: Your local Michaels' craft store. Call to confirm.When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Ages 3 and up.How: Just show up.Cost: Purchase of flower clip requires.For more info: Michaels' Sanford- (407) 302-0232 Michaels' Altamonte- (407) 831-2237 Michaels' Oviedo-(407) 971-9119
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Saturday, May 12 - Touch a Truck - All Souls Catholic Church
Where: All Souls Catholic Church - 3280 First St, SanfordWhen: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Ticket purchase requiredCost: $5 per person or $25 per familyFor more info: To purchase tickets click here and choose Touch A Truck or call 407-322-3795.
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Saturday, May 12 - Lake Mary Farmers' Market
Where: Downtown Lake Mary- City HallWhen: 9:30 AM - 1:30 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show up.Cost: Free to browse- Cost of food and other items varies.For more info: 407-585-1428 or www.lakemaryfarmersmarket.com
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Saturday, May 12 - FREE Make-It Take-It Craft Event @ Michaels - Mother's Day Button
Where: Your local Michaels' craft store. Call to confirm.When: 12:00 PM - 2:00 PMWho: Ages 3 and up.How: Just show up.Cost: FREE!For more info: Michaels' Sanford- (407) 302-0232 Michaels' Altamonte- (407) 831-2237 Michaels' Oviedo-(407) 971-9119
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Saturday, May 12 - Make-It Take-It Craft Event @ Michaels - Mother's Day Apron or T-shirt
Where: Your local Michaels' craft store. Call to confirm.When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Ages 3 and up.How: Just show up.Cost: Purchase of apron or t-shirt required.For more info: Michaels' Sanford- (407) 302-0232 Michaels' Altamonte- (407) 831-2237 Michaels' Oviedo-(407) 971-9119
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Saturday, May 12 - My Gym Lake Mary- Parents' Night Out
Where: My Gym Lake Mary- 3581 Lake Emma RoadWhen: 6:30 PM - 10:30 PMWho: For potty-trained children ages 3 and up.How: RSVP HERE!Cost: Pricing varies.... see pricing here.For more info: 407-333-8069
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Saturday, May 12 - Cranes Roost Sunset Cinema - The Smurfs
Where: Cranbes Roost - Uptown AltamonteWhen: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show up.Cost: FREE! Food and beverages will be available for purchase.For more info: Visit their website HERE.
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Sunday, May 13 - Mother's Day at Harry P. Leu Gardens
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens - 1920 N Forest Ave, OrlandoWhen: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show up.Cost: FREE admission for moms. Leu Members: free. Children 4 and younger: free. Children in grades K-12: $2 plus tax. Adults: $7 plus tax.For more info: 407-246-2620
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Wednesday, March 28 through Sunday, May 27 - Peter Pan at Pinocchio's Marionette Theater- Altamonte Mall
Where: Pinocchio's Marionette Theater, Altamonte MallWhen: Days and times varies- Open 7 days a weekWho: EveryoneHow: For reservations or to check availability for your family, group, or school, please call 407-834-8757Cost: $5 ages 2 and up. Free for children under 2For more info: For showtimes, click HERE.
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Thursday, April 19 through Sunday, May 20 - The Boxcar Children - Orlando Repertory Theatre
Where: Orlando Repertory Theatre - 1001 East Princeton Street, Orlando, FL 32803When: Show times: Saturdays at 12PM & 4PM and Sundays at 2PM & 5:30PMWho: EveryoneHow: Ticket purchase required.Cost: Tickets start at $11.For more info: Call 407-896-7365 or visit orlandorep.com
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Friday, May 11 - Storytime! at Barnes & Noble - Altamonte
Where: Barnes & Noble- Altamonte MallWhen: 10:00 AMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show up.Cost: FREE!For more info: 407-261-0252
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Friday, May 11 - Art & Music in the Park - Lake Concord Park - Casselberry
Where: Lake Concord Park - 95 Triplett Lake Dr, CasselberryWhen: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show up.Cost: Parking and admission are free.For more info: 407-262-7700, ext. 1575
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Friday, May 11 - FRIDAY FAMILY FUN - BounceU Sanford
Where: BounceU SanfordWhen: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Please call to reserve: 407-322-2200 or fill out a reservation request.Cost: 9.00 per child - $3.00 for bouncing adults - $3.25 for 2 slices of pizza & drink.For more info: www.bounceu.com
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Friday, May 11 - Splish Splash Bash - RDV Sportsplex Athletic Club - Maitland
Where: RDV Sportsplex Athletic Club - 8701 Maitland Summitt Blvd, MaitlandWhen: 6:30 PM - 10:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Ticket purchase requiredCost: Members $20; Non-Members $30For more info: 407-916-2442
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Friday, May 11 - Friday Night Live - Cranes Roost Park Altamone- The Fam Band
Where: Eddie Rose Amphitheater - Cranes Roost ParkWhen: 8:00 PM - 10:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: FREE!For more info: Uptown Altamonte
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Friday, May 11 - Kingdoms of the Stars: China and Japan - Seminole State College Planetarium
Where: Seminole State College Planetarium- 100 Weldon Blvd. Sanford, FL, Planetarium (B-117) - Outside the Planetarium.When: 8:30 PM (The two planet walks will occur at 10 AM and 11 AM)Who: Appropriate for ages 9 and up.Cost: Adults: $6 Seniors, (55 and up): $4, Students (grades K-12): $4, Non-Seminole State College Students (with ID): $4, Preschoolers and Seminole State students, faculty and staff: Free!For more info: Derek Demeter- 407-708-2360
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Saturday, May 12 - Saturday Early Bounce at BounceU Sanford
Where: BounceU SanfordWhen: 8:30 AM - 10:00 AMWho: EveryoneHow: Please call to reserve: 407-322-2200 or fill out a reservation request.Cost: $5 per bouncerFor more info: www.bounceu.com
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Saturday, May 12 - Lowe's Build and Grow Clinics - Picture Frame Planter
Where: Lowe'sWhen: 10:00 AMWho: Children and their parentsHow: Click here to reserve (these fill up really fast)Cost: FREE!For more info: Click here for more info
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Saturday, May 12 - Lakeshore Learning - FREE Crafts For Kids - Handprint Keepsake
Where: Lakeshore Learning - 335 E. State Road 436, Fern ParkWhen: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PMWho: Children ages 3 and up.How: Just show upCost: FREE!For more info: 407-260-5531. Click HERE for more information.
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Saturday, May 12 - Kid-Venture a Rainforest Mystery - The Central Florida Zoo and Botanical Gardens
Where: The Central Florida Zoo and Botanical GardensWhen: 1:30 PM - 3:30 PMWho: Ages 4-12. Children must be accompanied by an adult.How: Registration requiredCost: $12 Zoo Members, $15 Non MembersFor more info: To register, please call 407-323-4450 ext. 123.
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Saturday, May 12 - Homeschooling 101 Seminar at the Central Branch Library - Casselberry
Where: Central Branch Library - CasselberryWhen: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: ParentsHow: Just show up.Cost: FREE!For more info: 407-665-1500
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Saturday, May 12 - Movie In the Park at Quinn Strong Park - The Adventures of Tin Tin
Where: Quinn Strong Park - 345 South Maitland AveWhen: 8:15 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: FREE! Food available for purchase.For more info: Visit the City of Maitland's website, for more information.
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Saturday, May 12 - The Final Frontier: The Age of Space Exploration - Seminole State College Planetarium
Where: Seminole State College Planetarium- 100 Weldon Blvd. Sanford, FL, Planetarium (B-117)When: 8:30 PM - 9:30 PMWho: This show is appropriate for ages 5 and up.How: Just show up.Cost: Adults: $6 Seniors, (55 and up): $4, Students (grades K-12): $4, Non-Seminole State College Students (with ID): $4, Preschoolers and Seminole State students, faculty and staff: Free!For more info: Derek Demeter- 407-708-2360. Sign up here.
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Sunday, May 13 - Free Family Day - The Mennello Museum of American Art
Where: The Mennello Museum of American Art - 900 East Princeton St, OrlandoWhen: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show up.Cost: FREE!For more info: http://www.mennellomuseum.com/
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Wednesday, May 16 - Storytime at The Zoo
Where: The Rainforest Pavillion at The Central Florida Zoo and Botanical GardensWhen: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AMWho: Pre-school age children and their parentsHow: Just show up.Cost: FREE!For more info: Call 407.323.4450 ext. 123 for information.
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Wednesday, May 16 - Wacky Wednesday Bounce at BounceU Sanford
Where: BounceU SanfordWhen: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: $5 per child. 1 free adult with every paying child. $4 for additional adultsFor more info: www.bounceu.com
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Wednesday, May 16 - Maitland Food Truck Cafe' - Lake Lily Maitland
Where: Lake Lily Park - Maitland, FLWhen: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show up.Cost: Cost of food varies.For more info: Visit the City of Maitland's website, for more information.
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Thursday, May 17 - Storytime! at Barnes & Noble - The Oviedo Mall
Where: Barnes & Noble- The Oviedo Mall. 1260 Oviedo Mall Blvd. Oviedo, FL 32765When: 11:00 AMWho: Everyone.How: Just show up.Cost: FREE!For more info: 407-977-5500
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Saturday, May 19 - Special Needs Storytime East Branch Library - Oviedo
Where: East Branch Library- OviedoWhen: 10:30 AMWho: Children with special needs and their parentsHow: Just show upCost: FREE!For more info: 407-665-1560
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Saturday, May 19 - Lakeshore Learning - FREE Crafts For Kids - Rainbow-Colored Creatures
Where: Lakeshore Learning- Fern Park 335 E. State Road. 436 407-260-5531When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PMWho: Children ages 3 and up.How: Just show up.Cost: FREE!For more info: Click HERE for more information.
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Saturday, May 19 - Wekiva Knitters at the West Branch Library- Longwood/Wekiva
Where: West Branch Library - 245 N. Hunt Club Boulevard, Longwood, FloridaWhen: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: Adults and teens of all skill levels, from beginner to expert, are welcome.How: Just show up.Cost: FREE!For more info: 407-665-1670
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Saturday, May 26 - Lowe's Build and Grow Clinics - Ice Cream Truck
Where: Lowe'sWhen: 10:00 AMWho: Children and their parentsHow: Click here to reserve (these fill up really fast)Cost: FREE!For more info: Click here for more info
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Sunday, May 27 - Food Truck Crave - Lake Mary
Where: Downtown Lake MaryWhen: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show up.Cost: Cost of Food varies.
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Tuesday, May 29 - Mr. Richard Live! Chick-Fil-A Maitland
Where: Chick-Fil-A Maitland - 8673 Summit Centre Way, Maitland, FL 32810When: 6:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show up.Cost: Mr. Richard show is FREE! Kids will receive a free nugget kids meal with the purchase of an adult meal.For more info: 407-475-0522
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Monday, June 4 - Storytime at Leu Gardens
Where: Harry P. Leu Gardens - 1920 N Forest Ave, OrlandoWhen: 10:00 am - 10:15 am Infant Time (up to 18 months) 10:20 am - 10:35 am Toddler Time (18 months to 2 year olds) 10:40 am - 11:00 am Preschool Time (3 to 5 year olds)Who: infants to 5yearsHow: Just show up.Cost: FREE!For more info: 407-246-2620
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Plantable Mother's Day Craft
Supplies for Plantable Paper
Napkins - in various colors
Plastic container with screw top lid
Flower seeds
Strainer/Collander
Wax paper
Cookie cutter - large enough to place your fingers in
Towels - 2 to 3
Cooling rack (optional)
Supplies for Greeting Card
Construction paper
Double-sided tape (or other adhesive)
Markers, crayons, colored pencils, etc
Directions:
- Tear napkins into pieces about half the size of a postage stamp. Place the napkin pieces into the plastic container until the container is about half full. Fill the container with water. Screw lid onto container. Shake ...
Mother's Day Handprint Flower Pot
Materials:
- Clay flower pot
- Acrylic paint
- Paintbrushes
- Pencil
- Clear acrylic sealer in gloss or matte
Optional materials:
- Potting Soil
- Flowers
First, trace your child's hands onto the flower pot. Then help your child paint the flower pot and hand prints ...
Seminole County Public Libraries Storytimes
May's Calendar:
Central Branch Library - 215 N Oxford Rd, Casselberry - 407-665- 1500
East Branch Library - 310 Division St, Oviedo - 407-665-1560
North Branch Library - 1500 N Palmetto, Sanford - 407-665-1620
Northwest Branch Library 580 Greenwood Bld ...
2012 Summer Camp Guide
If you choose one of the great camps listed in our guide, please make sure to tell them you found it on Macaroni Kid Lake Mary!
Be sure to check back often, as we will be adding new camps periodically. Happy camping!
Adoptable Pets Of The Week
Macaroni Kid Lake Mary is working with T.E.A.R.S of Seminole County to bring together families and loveable pets who need a good home. Each week, we will present one cat and one dog that will be up for adoption and provide information on how they could become part of your family. Remember, a pet is a serious commitment that the whole family needs to support and love. Think carefully before deciding to open your home to one of these adorable animals.
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Kid Eats Free or Cheap
Here is our list of places to take your kids to eat for free or cheap. While we work hard to make sure our list is updated, please note that some places may change their participation during the week - please call to confirm.
Everyday-
~IHOP- Kids eat free with the purchase of an adult meal.
~Crispers Kids Club- Join the club for $2.99, receive a free Lettuce Head t-shirt. Every time your child comes in with his/her t-shirt, they eat for $0.99. Click here for membership form ...
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