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May 22, 2013
News & Events
- HandWritten...
- Welcome to the Family Resource Guide!
- CAMP MOM
- Dollar Bank Cinema In The Park
- Fish for Free Days!
- Free Concerts in the Park
- FREE Learn to Swim Classes
- Libraries Are The Places To Be This Summer
- Local Spray Parks
- The Roving Art Cart
- The Top 5 Kid-Friendly Restaurants
- Time Bomb Tips!
- Venture Outdoors
- Memorial Day Resource
- Summer Reading Extravaganza!
- “Hide Out” at Your Local Nature Reserve FREE
- Mom's Social Media "Tool Belt"
- MOMMY RESOURCES
- Mommy Time Out
- Is Chiropractic Care "Strange Hocus Pocus?"
- Kiss My Acronym
- Reflections on my Summer Vacation
- Spring Carnival May 28- June 2
- Take Me Out to the Ball Game!
- TODAY IS THE MOM CON
- Sarah Heinz House Summer Camps
- Win A Mom's Night Out To "Other Desert Cities"
- Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse Series @ Settlers
- Notes On Broadway 6/7 - 6/8
- Macaroni Kid Birthday Guide
- Macaroni Kid Summer Camp Guide
- List of Winners for Recent Giveaways
- FEATURED LOCAL BUSINESSES ON THE BLOCK
- This Week's Picks
- This Week's Calendar
HandWritten...
Our Favorite Festival Food!
If you were down in the fun with us and had a great time, or even not so great....let them know here! Follow this link and let your voice be heard. We just can't say enough about it! We can't wait until next year when they move this shindig DOWNTOWN!
Debby
Crissy
Chris
Kim
WEIGH in on this Hot Topic!
Looks like we'll be pushing each other over to get in line first at the funnel cake stand this summer ladies! (While Crissy watches with her sissy ice!! JK Crissy!)
Watch out girlies. I'm putting on my shin guards, helmet and elbow pads. It's #funnelcaketime
Welcome to the Family Resource Guide!
Special Edition Just for you!
In this issue we have compiled our favorites just for you!
This is everything we would tell you if we ever actually sat on a park bench for more than 2 seconds at a time and talked face to face....wait...make that ear to ear because you know we would be watching the kids and our eyes would never actually meet.
Most of these involve discounted or completely free offerings ...
CAMP MOM
Do It Yourself Summer Camp Ideas
Dollar Bank Cinema In The Park
As Heard About at Mom Con!
If you’re looking for a unique way to spend the evening under the stars, you MUST check out the Movies in the Park! There are some fabulous shows for adults and kids and several different locations. Grab a lawn chair, some snacks and maybe even a blanket if it’s a chilly night and enjoy a free evening of entertainment! Lots of local municipalities do this as well so check out your local Macaroni Kid Calendar section for details!
Here are just a few of the great movies you ...
Fish for Free Days!
May 27 & July 4
Fish-for-Free Days allow anyone (resident or non-resident) to legally fish with NO FISHING LICENSE REQUIRED to fish on all Pennsylvania's waterways on the designated days. All other fishing regulations still apply.
May 27 and July 4 are the dates this year!
Have a REELY good time!
Click here for more details.
Free Concerts in the Park
Why not take your kids to one of many of these? Who knows? Maybe they love jazz or Bach if they hear it outside under the sun!
Here are some offerings we have found for you!
Bach, Beethoven and Brunch Classical Music Series at Mellon Park
Stars at Riverview Jazz Series
Mellon Square Summer Concert Series
Reservoir of Jazz in Highland Park
Summer Concert Series at Hartwood Acres
South Park Amphitheater ...
FREE Learn to Swim Classes
Offerings from the City and County Pools
Allegheny County offers FREE learn to swim classes at all the county swimming facilities!
They are for children 5 years and older and no pre-registration is necessary.
The classes are 45 minutes a week for 4 weeks and are offered on Tuesdays and Thursdays depending on your last name.
Locations: All County swimming facilities:
•Boyce Park Wave Pool
•North Park Swimming Pool
•Settlers Cabin Park Wave Pool
•South Park Wave Pool
Click here for more information!
The City also offers free learn to swim lessons for children ages 6 to ...
Libraries Are The Places To Be This Summer
As Heard About at Mom Con!
Local libraries are some of the best kept secrets around!! I am simply amazed at all they have to offer. Not only do they have books, magazines and books on tape but they also have classes and events for every age and just about any interest! Did you know you there is a designated time to talk in conversational Italian or how about a story time in Russian??? You can also rent DVD’s, CD’s and request these items from any Carnegie Library Branch! It really doesn’t get ...
Local Spray Parks
FREE & FUN
Cool off during hot days (late spring - early fall) at Pittsburgh's coolest aquatic facilities—"spray parks!"
You don't need swimming skills to enjoy the spray parks. From the tiniest toddler to a pre-teen adventurer, and even those using wheelchairs, children of all ages and abilities enter with equal enthusiasm.
Let your imagination run wild, as movement sensors cause sprayers to magically turn on and off in this three-dimensional world of water. It ...
The Roving Art Cart
Art on the go in your neighborhood!
Add your smile to our “1000 Smiles Campaign” by visiting our Digital Photo Station and your smile may be featured as our ...
The Top 5 Kid-Friendly Restaurants
Restaurants that don't "SHOOSH"!
These 5 restaurants are Mac Kid approved and reader favorites!
While not fine dining - they met 3 key criteria Mac Kid felt important when dining with young children!
Wallet friendly -- many offer kids eat free night or low priced meals!
Kid Friendly-- no shooshing involved-- kids are WELCOME!
Food Friendly -- many offer Gluten Free, health conscious and regular menu items that all kids love!
1. Red Robin - Home of the “endless fries!” Need we say more??? Clean, bright and balloons! Kids love those balloons!
2. Steak N Shake-- Food made ...
Time Bomb Tips!
Ways to Diffuse the Going Out to Eat Hidden Time Bombs!
1. SIT SMART. Sit near an exit for a fast getaway , sit outside for a little more “freedom” !
2. CHECK PLEASE! When they bring your food to you -- ask for the check and the to go boxes. Take care of the inevitable so that it doesn’t delay you later if you need to make a fast getaway or if your server disappears into the abyss.
3. TIMING IS EVERYTHING: If you can avoid it, don't go during busy times eat a late lunch instead. Lower crowds, lighter menus ...
Memorial Day Resource
What's happening!
Summer Reading Extravaganza!
June 9 from 12-5pm
Save the date for Carnegie Library of Pittsburgh's
13th Annual Summer Reading Extravaganza!
Sunday, June 9, 2013
12 - 5 pm
Outdoor Family Festival
On the lawn at
CLP - Main (Oakland)
Don't stop learning during the summer! Dig into summer reading with an afternoon packed with live entertainment, crafts and cool activities for every member of the family.
Register for Extravaganza online!
Here's a sample of some fun things you will be able to do at Extravaganza this year:
- Make your own smiley face cookie with Eat'n ...
“Hide Out” at Your Local Nature Reserve FREE
June 1 @ Powdermill Nature Reserve
Take a trip to Powdermill Nature Reserve, the environmental research center of Carnegie Museum of Natural History, to “Hide Out” at Your Local Nature Reserve on Saturday, June 1. Explore the premier location to study and experience the nature in our region with behind-the-scenes laboratory tours of the bird banding station and bioacoustics lab, nature hikes, demonstrations by scientists and educators, hands-on opportunities, kid-friendly activities, and more!
“Hide Out” at Your Local Nature Reserve is a free event, with drop-in activities taking place all day between 7 a.m. and ...
Mom's Social Media "Tool Belt"
Social Media Resources For Mom
A successful mom is often also a social media savvy mom. It's not necessary but it sure does make things easier, more cost effective and even fun! There are many social media sights of interest and of use to moms on the go. Make friends, share info, network and save money!
FACEBOOK:
Love it or hate it. Facebook is where the audience is at and even your next mommy group. Most businesses use Facebook in some manner and many offer discounts and contests for facebook fans. Facebook also offers ...
MOMMY RESOURCES
Mommy Groups
OTHER MOMS
There is nothing that can recreate the "park bench mom" who sells, shares, networks and dishes while watching her kid play on the slide. Moms dishing to other moms, moms supporting local businesses, moms networking businesses. Moms are some of THE BEST tools to have in your pocket. They will know HOW TO FIX something, where to buy the tools, how to find a coupon and who to call that's reputable. They are simply one of THE BEST networking ...
Mommy Time Out
Resources For Relaxing
(TRAVAASA, AUSTIN) We had such a grand time and it literally refueled us.
Segway Tours
These were EASY and SO MUCH FUN!
We understand that not everyone can jump on a plane and galavant off to Texas like we did. (We won the trip by the way!)
What's really interesting to us as a team. All of the activities that we ENJOYED THROUGHLY in Texas. They are ...
Is Chiropractic Care "Strange Hocus Pocus?"
Dr. Buncke Weighs In!
For too many people, the thought of going to a chiropractor scares the "you know what out of them!" Partially because there is no middle ground when it comes to chiropractors. People either love us, hate us or just plain thinks that what we do is strange “hocus pocus.”
I have been doing this for almost 11 years so you start to build up a thick skin to criticism! No matter the reason, the treatment options I provide help many people to feel better.
I frequently refer to myself as ...
Kiss My Acronym
Boycotting Labels For Moms
I was recently in a room full of women when the initial introductions and small chat began. Inevitably I was asked by someone, "What do you do?"
I get the nervous tummy anytime someone even begins the topic because it is then that I need to instantaneously decide if my soap box will put a damper on the evening. Sometimes the soap box is cumbersome. Big and bulky and certainly not worthy of a situation. Other times it fits well.
The truth is that no matter how I answered that ...
Reflections on my Summer Vacation
How YOU can be poolside and not the sitter.
Ahhhh, Summer is here! The days are warmer and longer, the sun is brighter, and the evening breezes are ripe with the smell of flowers blooming. It’s a wonderful time of year. This is my favorite time of year not only because it’s warmer but also because it allows me to truly appreciate being a Home Business Entrepreneur!
Right now I’m sitting at Panera Bread sipping my favorite cup of coffee. I just met with a friend over said coffee and shared with her my business and ...
Spring Carnival May 28- June 2
Mall At Robinson
Located in the parking lot between JCPenney's and Macy's. Come out for some fun and start summer
off right!
Take Me Out to the Ball Game!
Summer is the best! The sun...the smell of grass...and, of course, baseball. It’s America’s pastime, and the Miracle League makes it everyone’s sport.
The Miracle League welcomes all disabled children and adults in Southwestern Pennsylvania to participate. Sadly, so many people with special needs have been excluded from their local Little League programs. Why can’t they play? Well, the regular field just doesn’t work. So, the Miracle League built one.
The Pirates Charities Miracle League Field opened in Cranberry Township on May 16 ...
Sarah Heinz House Summer Camps
Sarah Heinz House Summer Camps offer the best of both worlds -- Summer in the City Day Camps at our beautiful North Shore 75,000 square foot facility AND Rustic Fun with Residential Camps located on 100 acres near McConnell's Mills, PA.
Our Day Camps provide the perfect mix of summer learning and fun. Traditional Day camps include swimming, arts, crafts, special events and exposure to our STEM-based camps. Our STEM-based robotics and technology camps use a curriculum that will help your child gain skills and knowledge in a fun ...
Win A Mom's Night Out To "Other Desert Cities"
2 TICKETS PLUS TWO DRINK VOUCHERS From Pittsburgh Public Theater
Valued at $120.00.
Presents
Other Desert Cities
May 30 – June 30, 2013
Performance Schedule
Tues. at 7 pm; Wed. thru Sat. at 8 pm (except Wed., June 12)
Sat. at 2 pm (except June 1 & 8) also 2 pm on Thurs., June 27
Sun. at 2 & 7 pm (except Sun., June 30 when then final performance is at 2 ...
Cinemark Summer Movie Clubhouse Series @ Settlers
10 Films For $5! Fun For Kids and Settlers Ridge
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We have included all of these dates on our calendar but you can click to enlarge this PDF.
Note the coupon too! Enjoy!
Notes On Broadway 6/7 - 6/8
Presented by Broadway Dance Studio
Get your tickets today for "NOTES ON BROADWAY!"
Broadway Dance Studio and Performing Arts Celebrates Broadways most notorious Composers! From Leonard Bernstein's ...
Macaroni Kid Birthday Guide
Birthday Problems Solved! Our Resource Guide for Pittsburgh Parents!
Learning Express Birthday Box
Painting with a Twist Pittsburgh West
Beverly's Birthdays-Giving Back During Birthdays
Bricks 4 Kidz
Christine's Painting Place
Dani's Candy
Faces by Christina
Giggles & Smiles
Jump!Zone Allison Park
Karen Prinzik's Broadway Dance Studio PARTIES
Katie's Clay Studio
Oogles n Googles
Party Paper Scissors
Three Rivers Paintball & AirSoft Park
Macaroni Kid Summer Camp Guide
CAMP ROCKS! Our resource guide for Pittsburgh parents.
Click here for the complete guide or on one of the links below to view a that listing.
Hi-Tech Learning Camps
Middle School smART Camp and High School Animatron
Katie's Clay Studio
Summer Musical Theater
Princess Camp
Broadway Mini Camp
Broadway Dance Studio and Performing Arts Summer Intensive
Gymkhana Gymnastics Summer Camps
RMU Volleyball All-Skills Day Camp
Soccer Shots® Spring Sessions
i9 Sports: An Experience Beyond the Game
Kathy's Music Summer Sensation 2013
Winchester Thurston School Summer Camp Programs
Sarah Heinz House Summer Camps
Summer Playground Ages 6-12 ...
List of Winners for Recent Giveaways
Leah T.
The Mom Con
JBF
Kristen S.
Sarah A.
Cindy H.
Harlem
Michelle A
Amy B.
Tammy M.
Cinderella Ballet
Melissa Z.
Deb O.
Christy E.
Snow White @ Carnegie Music Hall for City and West
Michele B.
James B.
Disney on Ice Treasure Trove Winners for City, West & North Pittsburgh
Tammy M.
Diana B.
Jill S.
Pinkalicious the Musical winners for West Pittsburgh and the City
Amy W.
Nichole F.
The Sound of Music Winners for City ...
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Thursday, May 23 - Venture Outdoors - Tyke Hike
Where: Mellon ParkWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AMWho: Parents or caregivers with children--newborn to 8 years old.How: Register online.Cost: $2.00 non-member / $2.00 member / $2.00 kidsFor more info: http://www.ventureoutdoors.org/Activities.aspx
Friday, May 24 - Station Square Express Kiddie Train
Where: Station SquareWhen: 12:00 PM - 9:00 PM Hours are subject to change.Who: Anyone!How: Purchase tickets to ride.Cost: Tickets can be purchased from Guest Services for $1 per person.For more info: http://www.stationsquare.com/info/stationexpress
Friday, May 24 - PARENTS NIGHT OUT - Line Dance Lessons! - at Station Square's Saddle Ridge
Dance instructors are your guest DJs! Two complimentary lessons each night!
Where:Saddle Ridge
East WarehousePhone: (412) 434-6858Hours: Sun 12pm-5pmMon-Sat 10am-9pmWhen: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Line Dance Lessons!)Who: AdultsHow: Come on in!Cost: Lessons are free.
Friday, May 24 - Memorial Day Celebration in Sewickley
Where: Broad and Beaver StreetsWhen: 9:00 PM - 10:00 PMWho: Everyone!How: Come on out!Cost: Free!
Saturday, May 25 - Michaels KIDS CLUB: Craft Your Hero Doll
Where: Michaels
700 Settlers Ridge Center Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15205
412-787-5240
4801 McKnight Rd
Pittsburgh, PA 15237-3412
(412) 369-0307When: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM on the 1/2 hourWho: Everyone!How: Just show up.Cost: $2 per child
Saturday, May 25 - Pennsylvania Motor Speedway
Call to confirm times and pricing please.
Where: 180 Kelso Road
McDonald, PA 15057
Office Phone, Monday – Friday 412-279-RACE
Race Day Phone, 724-695-0393 or 724-695-3363When: See website for time.Who: Anyone who loves racing!How: Come on out and join the fun!Cost: Adults $15, Seniors 60+ $ 14 Juniors 13 -16 $10, Children 6-12 $5, Under 6 FREEFor more info: For more information http://www.ppms.com/Schedule.htm
Saturday, May 25 - Discovery Garden Day at Phipps Conservatory
Where:Phipps ConservatoryWhen: 11:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: Families.How: Buy a ticket and join in the fun!Cost:Free with admission
Saturday, May 25 - Family Fishing! at Fern Hollow Nature Center
Where: Fern Hollow Nature Center
1901 Glen Mitchell Road
P.O. Box 8
Sewickley, PA 15143When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Everyone!How: Pre-registration is required to participate in this program, call 412-741-6136 or email [email protected] to register.Cost: Admission: $15 per fisherman and $ 5 for an accompany adult. Fern Hollow members will receive a $5 discount for anyone signed up to fish and the accompany adult is admitted free.For more info: http://fhnc.org/
Sunday, May 26 - Parades, Picnices, and Remembrance: Memorial Day at the Library ! at the Sewickley Public Library
Where: Sewickley Public LibraryWhen: 2:30 PM - 3:30 PMWho: Ages 4-10, with a caregiverHow: Please Register.Cost: Call for details Children's Department 412-741-0937For more info: http://www.eventkeeper.com/code/events.cfm?curOrg=sewickley
Sunday, May 26 - Mom's Evening Out! ALDO A-List Event at the Mall at Robinson
Where: ALDO at the Mall at RobinsonWhen: 6:30 PM (After mall hours!)Who: YOU!How: Please RSVP to Carly Lipput at [email protected]Cost: Free event.For more info: http://www.shoprobinsonmall.com/
Monday, May 27 - PA Fish-for-Free Days
Fish-for-Free Days allow anyone (resident or non-resident) to legally fish with NO FISHING LICENSE REQUIRED to fish on all Pennsylvania's waterways on the designated days. All other fishing regulations still apply.
Where: Pennsylvania waterways.When: Memorial DayWho: Everyone!How: Come on out and have fun!Cost: Free- no license required today.For more info: http://fishandboat.com/fishforfree.htm
Monday, May 27 - Kennedy Township Memorial Day Parade
Where: Parade starts on Pine Hollow Road at 340 Forest Grove Road, the municipal building. Proceeds down Pine Hollow to Fairhaven and ends at the War Memorial on Fairhaven.When: 9:00 AMWho: Everyone!How: Come on out!Cost: No cost.For more info: http://www.kennedytwp.com/community-events/
Monday, May 27 - Memorial Day Parade in Sewickley
Where: Broad and Beaver StreetsWhen: 10:00 AMWho: Everyone!How: Come on out!Cost: Free.
Monday, May 27 - Patriotic Pet Portraits
Where: Crafton Park - W.Steuben St, Crafton, PA 15205When: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: Pets and their People are welcome at the Park for Pictures! As long as the animal is supervised by its owner, photos can be taken with or without people.How: Just show up between 1-4 pm! You will complete a brief registration form so a link to your photos can be emailed to you. We are also providing an option to have pictures printed and snail-mailed at an additional cost.Cost: Cost is only $5.00 per pose! You may have pictures done of just your pet, or including people - as many as you like! We will provide a background and patriotic props. Cash only, please.For more info: Contact [email protected] with questions. facebook page: www.facebook.com/CraftonCelebrates and the event page: https://www.facebook.com/events/393698764076816/
Monday, May 27 - Kids Eat Free at Latitude 40
With every purchase of an adult entree, kids (12 and under) get a meal from the kids' menu and a $10 game card for FREE!
Where: Latitude 40
200 Quinn Drive
Pittsburgh, PA 15275When: 4:00 PM - 9:00 PMWho: Kids 12 and under.How: Purchase an adult entree. See website below for details.Cost: Cost of an adult entree.For more info: http://latitude40pitt.com/contact-us/
Tuesday, May 28 - Tot Tuesdays at the Aviary
Where: The National AviaryWhen: n/aWho:Kids 5 and under with a paying adult.How:No registration requiredCost: 5 and under admission is 1/2 price with the purchase of a full-price Adult General Admission.For more info: http://www.aviary.org/Discounts
Tuesday, May 28 - Young Scientists Needed! at the Sewickley Public Library
Where: Sewickley Public LibraryWhen: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PMWho: Grades 3-5.How: Please Register.Cost: Call for details Children's Department 412-741-0937For more info: http://www.eventkeeper.com/code/events.cfm?curOrg=sewickley
Wednesday, May 29 - Phipps Conservatory- Story Time
Where:Phipps ConservatoryWhen: 10:30 am or 1:00 pmWho: Kids!How: Buy a ticket and join in the fun!Cost:Free with admission
Wednesday, May 29 - Rainbow Loom Workshop at the Learning Express of Robinson!
Where: LE Robinson:
412-787-1199
290 Settlers Ridge Ctr Dr
Robinson, PA 15205
Also please check for schedule for events at:
LE Bakery Square:
412-361-TOYS
172 Bakery Square Blvd
Pittsburgh, PA 15206When: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PMWho: Everyone!How: Come on in!Cost: Free!For more info: http://bakeryrobinson.learningexpresstoys.com/
Thursday, May 23 - Market District : Thursday Family Dinner Nights: Kids Eat Free!
Where: Giant Eagle Market District Settler's RidgeWhen: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Kids 12 and under.How: Show up hungry and purchase an adult meal as above!Cost: Free with purchase as above.
Friday, May 24 - Market District Movie of Week - Food Fight
Where: Giant Eagle Market District Settler's RidgeWhen: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Kids ages 3-9How: Please pre-register for this event.Cost: FreeFor more info: For more information click here.
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