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Welcome to Macaroni Kid Robinson, the very best place for you to hear about all of the great activities and events for children in and  around the West Pittsburgh area!  

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  Please excuse our dust while we re-organize our format a bit.  We know that many of you do not enjoy the endless scrolling and neither do we but there's very little we can do about it unless ...

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Mac Kid Washington Wild Things Night

August 12-- $7 tickets

Join Macaroni Kid and The Washington Wild Things on Friday, August 12, 2011 at 6:35 PM!

We'll be root, root, rooting for the Washington Wild things at Consol Energy Park in Washington, PA.

What a fun way to spend one of the last Friday nights of the summer before heading Back to School!

CLICK HERE FOR DISCOUNTED TICKETS.

 

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Arrive by 6:10 PM and your kiddos get to run the bases AND stand on the field WITH THE PLAYERS during the National Anthem. There will ...

A Great Cause

Are you looking to support a great cause and perhaps win a really fabulous prize while doing it? Well, look no further.

First a little background... My dear friend from high school and his family have set up a foundation in memory of his sister who was a Special Education teacher at Seneca Valley School.  They began this in 2003 when they tragically lost Rachel in an automobile accident. To keep her love of education alive they started this foundation. She is survived by her parents, Jim and Joanne Librecht ...


Resource Guide

Click on any of the icons below to find a specific resource guide full of information! We are working on several more guides for the future!

 Enjoy!

Team MK




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This Week's Picks:

July 12th through July 18th

Tuesday, July 12 - $1 Movies at Cinemark Marmaduke

Cinemark’s Summer Movie Clubhouse is showing a different children's movie (G or PG rating) each week for 10 weeks this summer at Settler's Ridge Center in Robinson. Movies will be shown on Tuesdays at 10am
Where: Cinemark Theatres Settler's Ridge Center in Robinson.
When: 10:00 AM (10:00 AM (New movie every week for 10 weeks.))
Who: All are welcome!
How:  Tickets can be purchased in advance for $5 for 10 shows, or just purchase a ticket on the day of the show for $1. Tickets are the same price for both parents and children.
Cost: Tickets can be purchased in advance for $5 for 10 shows, or just purchase a ticket on the day of the show for $1. Tickets are the same price for both parents and children.
For more info:  Cinemark’s Summer Movie Clubhouse 
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Wednesday, July 13 through Wednesday, July 13 - Free Craft and Story Time at the Learning Express featuring My Smart Hands

Join us for Story Time and a Craft! Featuring My Smart Hands Sign Language!
Where: 290 Settlers Ridge Center Dr. Pittsburgh, PA 15205
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Ages 2 to 2nd grade!  We have crafts that cater to the young and old!
How: Come on in!
Cost: Free
For more info: Completely free event with a story and a craft! For more information click here.
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Thursday, July 14 through Thursday, July 14 - Breakfast and Books Story Hour Market District

Eat a healthy breakfast and listen to an interactive story at the Learning and Activity Center.
Where: Giant Eagle Market District Settlers Ridge Eagles Nest 100 Settlers Rodge Dr. Pittsburgh, PA 15205
When: 9:30 AM - 9:30 AM
Who: Ages 3-9.
How: First come first served.
Cost: Free
For more info: For more information and to register click here.
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Friday, July 15 through Saturday, July 23 - Big Butler Fair

Always over the Fourth of July, lasts nine days, is the biggest fair in this part of the state and has been around for over 150 years! Don’t miss the livestock, exhibits, rides, concerts, demolition derby, tractor pulls, tons of food and more.
Where: Butler County Fair Grounds
When: n/a
Who: Everyone!
How: *
Cost: Gate Admission Excluding Carnival Rides  : Before 4:00pm $6.00     After 4:00pm $8.00     Children Under 2 FREE  RIDES: Any Single Day, All Day Ride Band (Does Not Include Fair Admission)*Includes all mechanical rides except Vortex. $20.00   Parking FREE
For more info: Click Here
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Saturday, July 16 through Sunday, July 17 - Ingram Days Celebration

A parade kicks off this event on Saturday at noon.  From 1:00 to 11:00 enjoy food, games, and crafter booths.  Free airbrush tatoos and face painting form 2:00 to 4:00 and a free balloon artist from 6:00 to 8:00.  Then free live music from Jill West and the Blues Attack. Sunday activities include a talent show at 4:00, free airbrush from 5:00 to 7:00, free balloon artist from 6:00 to 8:00.  At 7:30 the band Billy and the Kid will perform at 7:30 and then Zambelli fireworks at 9:30.
Where: Ingram Park at the corner of Ingram and Foster across from the Crafton-Ingram Shopping Center.
When: 12:00 PM - 11:00 PM (Sunday 3:00 to 11:00)
Who: EVERYONE
How: Come and have some fun!
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, July 16 through Sunday, July 17 - Carnegie Museum of Art ADVENTURES IN ARTMAKING

Curious about the artistic process? Two new gallery searches for independent looking and hands-on art activities add up to ARTventures fun for kids and adults. Friendly staff get you started; meet at the Scaife Lounge or Grand Staircase balcony. 
Where: Meet at the Scaife Lounge or Grand Staircase balcony.
When: 12:30 PM - 4:30 PM
Who: Children - all ages. 
How: Meet at the Scaife Lounge or Grand Staircase balcony.
Cost: Free with museum admission.
For more info: Click Here. 
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Sunday, July 17 through Sunday, July 31 - Pittsburgh Vintage Grand Prix

A 10-day festival of motorsport events culminating with the premiere vintage grand prix event in the United States. Grand prix event takes place in Schenley Park in Oakland.
Where: Schenley Park in Oakland.
When: n/a
Who: ALL ARE WELCOME
How: *
Cost: free
For more info: Click Here
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Monday, July 18 through Monday, July 18 - Hankey Farms FREE FAMILY SWIM NIGHT

Bring the family for a free night of swimming sponsored by the North Fayette Police Department. Hanky Farms Pool
Where: Hanky Farms Pool, North Fayette Township 
When: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Who: Families.
How: Come to enjoy!
Cost: FREE
For more info: More info here. 
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This Week's Calendar:

Tuesday, July 12 through Wednesday, July 13 - Gallery Play Dates for Preschoolers

Introduce your preschooler to the art museum with a fun-filled morning looking at and learning to make art. Children work with museum teachers to gain exposure to exceptional works of art, and experiment with materials. Watch your child’s creative potential and confidence emerge, and learn ways to nurture an appreciation of art.
 
Where: Carnegie Museum of Art
When: 10:15 AM - 11:30 AM (Choose either day of the week)
Who: Introductory gallery experiences for preschool children ages 3–4 with an adult
How: Please register.
Cost: $12 members/$18 nonmembers per adult-and-child pair
For more info: For more information click here.
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Tuesday, July 12 through Tuesday, July 12 - MICHAEL'S Passport to Fun RUSSIA Free Nesting Doll and Bear Make and Take

Make a fun craft project from Russia. While supplies last. Ages 3 and up.
Where: Michaels' store in Settlers Ridge. 
When: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Ages 3 and up. 
How: While Supplies Last. 
Cost: FREE
For more info: Click here. 
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Plan Ahead:

July 30th through August 6th

Saturday, July 30 through Saturday, July 30 - Kid's Summerfest at Station Square

Come and meet your favorite character Curious George! REGISTRATION - Stop by our registration booth as you enter on Station Square Drive (near Buckhead Saloon) and receive a free parking voucher, a wrist band for the inflatable play areas, a free train ride and more. INFLATABLE PLAY AREAS CRAFT AREA COLORING AREA STATION SQUARE EXPRESS FREE PARKING - Pick up a free same day parking voucher when you register at the event.  Registration open from 11:30am to 2:30pm.
Where: Station Square Drive near Buckhead Saloon.
When: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Kids of any age
How: Don't forget to take your camera to get pictures of the kids with their favorite characters!
Cost: Free!  Even receive a voucher for parking!
For more info: For more information click here.
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Thursday, August 4 through Thursday, August 4 - Kid's Creative Cooking Findlay Township

This hands on class will introduce participants to the preparation of a variety of easy and delicious seasonal recipes that will satisfy those after-school hunger pangs. Cost listed is per month. Payment is taken at the class. Please pre-register at least 2 days before class to attend. NO WALK-INS.
Where: Findlay Township Activity Center Upper Level
When: 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: Kids who just finished grades K-5.
How: *
Cost: $8 for Residents $10 for Non-residents
For more info: For more information click here.
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Saturday, August 6 through Saturday, August 6 - Home Depot Free Kids Workshops Pencil Box

Come and make a free pencil box.
Where: Your local Home Depot.
When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Ages 5-12.
How: While supplies last.
Cost: FREE
For more info: For more information click here.
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Parent Groups

Resource Guide Inclusion

This article is up to date and current though it appears in a previous edition of our  newsletter. 

 Pittsburgh Stay at Home Dads

Moms of Multiples :  

SHOPMOM (South Hills of Pittsburgh Mothers of Multiples) For additional information, email [email protected] 


LOCAL MOPS  AND MOMSNEXT GROUPS LISTED BELOW

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MOPS CROSSROADS UNITED METHODIST CHURCH GROUP OAKDALE PA 

MOPS SOUTH HILLS BIBLE CHAPEL GROUP-  724 941 8990 

MOPS of Central Assembly of God, Houston PA  724 746 4900

MOPS St ...


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Dance Moms - Reality TV SHOW Set In Pittsburgh

Someone's Goinna Need Some THERAPY!

Get ready Pittsburgh.  
"Dance Moms" taps into town this week!  

Actually, it's been here all along, right in Penn Hills.  Who knew?

The kicker is,  Lifetime TV picked it up and made it into a reality show series.

I'm not sure who to send the THANK YOU note to for this gift to our town.

Those of you who love a good "whack job" reality series--  pop some popcorn kids...  This one is FOR YOU! 

Set in Pittsburgh’s renowned Abby Lee Dance Company, ( PENN HILLS, PA ) owned ...


PITTSBURGH PRINCESS PARTY Enchanted Experience!

Tickets on sale now! 8/21 Sewickley PA

Pittsburgh Princess Party

presents...


~ The Enchanted Experience ~ 

  

This is a very limited space event

  

Please join the Princesses for lunch, music and crafts at this enchanted event!

Each child will have one on one time with the princesses. 

Individual photos will be taken at the event and put into a photo frame.

There will be many magical moments and surprises!

  

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Sunday, August 21st

3:00 - 5:00 pm

Sewickley, PA

(once tickets are purchased we will provide exact address)

 

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Cost is $25 per person

(For adults and children)

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Kinder Academy Childcare and Learning Center

Now offering KinderMusik and Gym Magic Bus!

Kinder Academy Childcare and Learning Center of Kennedy Township PA continues to raise the bar in their wonderful offerings to parents and children!  New to the center is the weekly Kindermusik class as well as visit from the Gymmagic bus!  

You can view Kinder Academy's July calendar by clicking below or visit them on Facebook to keep up to date on their weekly themes and features within center. There are many very happy Macaroni Kid families utilizing this center and we highly recommend it.  


My Smart Hands: Sign Language Courses- DISCOUNT

Mac Kid Readers enjoy $10.00 off a 4 week course with My Smart Hands!


Announcing My Smart Hands :

MACARONI KID READER DISCOUNT!

 ( If you didn't read about American Sign Language classes for Babies and Toddlers in our area-- click here! )  

Were you thinking of enrolling in one of the 4 week classes My Smart Hands is offering this summer?

HOLD THE BUS!  IT'S YOUR LUCKY DAY!

 Lauren Snider, Owner My Smart Hands Pittsburgh is offering a special Macaroni Kid Discount! 

When enrolling/ registering simply mention Macaroni Kid for a $10.00 discount off your class total. The following offer is only valid ...


Broadway Dance Studio Open House/ Summer Intensive

August 6th, 10 am- 3pm

Broadway Dance Studio

 
Open House

 
August 6th from 10am-3pm!!
See our 4 beautiful studios!

 
Meet the faculty and staff and much more!

 
Come see what Macaroni Kid loves so much!
 Talented staff, no recitals, instruction only classes and an optional AMAZING show that the kids can be part of! 

Summer Intensive info

 

This is a prestigious opportunity for dance students! 


Incredible opportunity for all dance students even if you are not a student of Broadway Dance!  You are much welcomed! 
July 18-22, 20111 week only!
The all day program is ...

KidsPlay in the Square

Free Fridays in Market Square!

Experience Friday KidsPlay in the Square… Mac Kid will be joining this wonderful effort this summer!  Come play in the Square, bring a little picnic lunch and then have some fun in the PPG DANCING Fountains!  

 

Presented by: Partners with:

 

Fridays in Market Square

When: June 3 - August 19 Every Friday

Time: 10 - 11:30 a.m.

KidsPlay in the Square is an exciting and educational program available for children and families every Friday morning during the summer, offering stories, crafts and special guests. From the fire department to That ...

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