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Happy Mother's Day Mom


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Click above for a fast link to our dynamic events listing for the Robinson area. 
Click for a fast link to our SUMMER CAMP GUIDE 2012! 

Happy Mother's Day to all of you special mom's out there and mom like figures.  We're so proud to be in your "tribe!"  We wish you all a beautiful mother's day in that your cup runneth over with love from all those who look to you as their mom.    Instead of some yadda, we figured we'd share our favorite ...

Kiss My Acronym- Boycotting Labels


My Mother's Day Wish

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 ...

Looking for WORK FROM HOME CONSULTANTS


Join our Resource Guide For Working From Home!

 One of our Mac Kid passions is encouraging moms and helping other women in business. 

As  small business owners, we know that advertising can be costly and that budgets don't necessarily allow for advertising outside of self promotion.  
Macaroni Kid is solely supported by advertising and more often than not we have independent consultants want to advertise on our site, but don't have room in their budget for it.

We have come up with something that we think will work for independent consultants and be affordable!  We know ...


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Honoring A Local Mom, Kelly Loney


46 Mommas Shave For The Brave - PART 1

There are 2 parts to this article because our format only allows a certain amount of characters.  Please make sure you read both:

Part 1 
and
Part 2 

Thank you!

Debby Perry

Debby:
Kelly thank you so much for taking the time to talk to me today!  I wanted to give your story a voice within our community for several reasons.  First because you and I have an awesome connection that has led us to meet and get to know each other but most of all because your story is ...

Honoring A Local Mom, Kelly Loney


46 Mommas Shave For The Brave - PART 2

THIS ARTICLE IS A 2 PART SERIES DUE TO FORMATTING RESTRAINTS.  PLEASE READ PART 1 FIRST to learn about local Momma Kelly Loney, her story and what she's doing on July 29th to honor her son Ethan Joseph Loney! 


Part 1 
and
Part 2 

Debby: Kelly,the site says, "Each weekday in the United States, 46 mothers are told that their child has cancer." Hence the name of the event.   I think it's all of our worst fears.  Every little sniffle scares us and that's the truth ...

Macaroni Deals Are Coming Your Way!


Macaroni Deals Are Coming Your Way!

I have exciting news! Nine Mac Kid publications in Pittsburgh and the surrounding area (including Robinson/West Pittsburgh Mac Kid) are getting together to offer you Macaroni Deals!

This is a deals website (think Groupon or Living Social) that is tailored to YOU, our Mac Kid families, and we're going to go out and hunt down the best deals that will save you money!

We'll be starting soon, so if you're interested, please sign up so that you'll receive our first deal.

The sign up form ...

Why Did God Make Mothers?


Answers Given by 2nd Graders!!

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 ...


Interview with Nicholas Sparks


The Lucky One Opens This Week

 

I had the amazing opportunity to sit down with a few other Minnesota journalists to interview Nicholas Sparks. Another of his books, The Lucky One, is now a movie. And I must say it is a fabulous movie. If you're looking for a wonderful and romantic movie, go check out The Lucky One this weekend. Zac Efron and Taylor Shilling have such great chemistry in this one. It is absolutely a must see. The Lucky One opens in theaters on April 20th.

Here is what Nicholas Sparks had to ...


Get Hooked on Your Local Nature Reserve


Saturday, May 12, at Powdermill Nature Reserve

Carnegie Museum of Natural History

Rector, Pennsylvania....Take a trip to Powdermill Nature Reserve, the environmental research center of Carnegie Museum of Natural History, to Get Hooked on Your Local Nature Reserve on Saturday, May 12. 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, live insects, kid-friendly activities, and more!

Get Hooked on Your Local Nature Reserve is a free event, with drop-in activities ...


Legally Blonde The Musical - REVIEW


"Omigod You Guys" such a FUN show!!

I had the opportunity to see Legally Blonde the Musical presented by Pittsburgh Musical Theater at the Byham yesterday. I am tickled PINK to let you know that I really enjoyed it!

Based on the 2001 film starring Reese Witherspoon, this musical follows the film very closely and makes for a great Girls Night Out. The musical is about Elle Woods, Delta Nu’s UCLA Chapter President from Malibu whose “signature color” is pink. Elle follows her snobby ex-boyfriend to Harvard Law School and, after some setbacks, triumphs when she ...


McDonald McPet Parade


May 19....come join us for a PAWSitively Fun and FREE time!





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Mint Review


I would like to introduce you to my new BFF, a VIP in my household. Meet the Mint. This is the first “appliance” that your husband won't get in trouble for getting you. In fact, it may just be at the top of your wish list after you read this. I think it would be the perfect Mother's Day gift. It's like having your own personal live-in maid.

The Mint is a hard surface floor cleaner. It has both dry and wet modes to sweep or mop ...


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Mom N Mel Photo Contest- WIN A KATE SPADE BAG


Did you enter? It's SO EASY!

We're gearing up for Mother's Day and celebrating MOMS THE WHOLE MONTH OF MAY!  We deserve more than one day and Macaroni Kid is giving it to you!  We have an original, brand new Kate Spade bag, Victoria Secret Gift Cards and more to give to you this month! We currently have 28 fabulous entries and we're still accepting new ones!  Join us by simply uploading a picture of you and your little lovies!  It's THAT simple.  Get your friends to click VOTE and you're ...

MOMMA NEEDS A TIME OUT GIVEAWAY- WIN A MASSAGE!


Win a Neck, shoulder and back massage from Awakenings Healing Touch Therapeutic Massage Robinson PA


















Momma's why wait for someone to read your mind and BUY YOU THAT TIME OUT you so desperately need!  I'm in the trenches with you and I have a SPECIAL OFFER from the fabulous and wonderful Awakenings Healing Touch Therapeutic Massage in Robinson PA. 


LIKE the Awakenings Healing Touch Facebook Page.  <--click there. 

Comment on their facebook page and tell us WHY YOU DESERVE A TIME OUT!  You could win a free therapeutic massage.  ( Hand, Shoulder and Back!)  Ready, set COMMENT! 


We will choose one winner from ...

Macaroni and TV Contest


Win $50 To Victoria's Secret!

If you missed our KDKA Pittsburgh Today Live Segment from today you can view it by clicking this link. ( if you cannot see it below )


http://pittsburgh.cbslocal.com/video/?autoStart=true&topVideoCatNo=default&clipId=7181644


To enter this contest simply go on over to the Official Pittsburgh Today Live Facebook Site and leave us a comment telling us what you loved about our segment! We'd love to share with KDKA our loyal fans!

GO HERE TO COMMENT  


We'll check the comments and one person in the lineup ...

WHO LOVES MOMMA?????


Tell us and you could win a night at the ultra fab Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown!


The Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown has done it again!  They are sponsoring the best thing for a momma...some time away to recharge!

They love you and so do we!

Just follow this link to enter and to see all the details...like a night for two and a breakfast at the restaurant....PERFECTION!

There are two ways to get entries in this link: 

1. It's time to recognize YOURSELF or YO Momma! What is Mom's BEST attribute? OR if you are MOM-- tell us why you are ...

Pittsburgh PA Motor Speedway


Win 2 tickets here!!!!!!!!!!

For affordable family in the Spring and Summer check out all the races at the Pittsburgh PA's Motor Speedway. It is located in Imperial right off 22 30 (very close to Beaver County!) They race every Saturday night from April though September.
 

To win the two tickets good for any action event this season please comment below.
Must subscribe to this publication to be entered.  Not a subscriber?  Just leave your email and we will sign you up!  Your email informaion is only visible to the publishers of this ...

Win Four Tickets To Touch A Truck 2012


Sponsored by the Junior League of Pittsburgh



Win four tickets to this year's Junior League of Pittsburgh Touch A Truck 2012! 

Click here to enter! 


This contest ends fast so hurry up! 




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Footprint Stool


As Seen on KDKA!

We have a ton of step stools in my house because my kids are just a tad shy of reaching all that they need.  Truth be told, most of mine are old and plastic and they have seen better days for sure!  I was so excited to run across this idea that combines their awesome little tootsies and an item we will use every day! 

SUPPLIES
Wooden Step Stool:  I picked this one up at a craft store but garage sale season is right around the corner and you may ...


FAMILY HANDPRINT COLLAGE


As Seen on KDKA!

 I LOVE handprints… maybe that is why I have so many on my walls that haven’t been washed off yet!! LOL!  There is nothing like holding those sweet little hands in mine.  This Family Hand Print is the perfect Mother’s Day project because it shows the entire family layered in construction paper hands… what could be better? I’ll tell ya… you probably have all of the supplies in your house already so if you’re a last minute gift giver, this is for you!

SUPPLIES

Construction Paper ...


Keys To Happiness-Last Minute Mother's Day Gift


As Seen On KDKA

Everyone knows that the KEY to Mom's heart this mother's day is ORGANIZATION!  We modified this idea we found on familyfun.go.com and tried it ourselves for you!  It turned out to be totally gift worthy and certainly something the entire family can participate in.  After all, isn't that truly what mother's day is about.  Showering mom with tacky-licious gifts that little fingers toiled over? 

We KNOW mom will appreciate this Keys To Happiness key rack because she won't have to search endlessly for ...

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Join KidCrates to Help Fight Bored Kid Syndrome


Join KidCrates to Help Fight Bored Kid Syndrome



 

An epidemic is striking families by surprise and plaguing entire households with its relentless and undiscriminating arrival. Bored Kid Syndrome, or BKS, is an ever-growing challenge common among children aged 2-18 and affects nine out of every ten kids.

 

It's a problem that's rampantly sweeping the country with its ferocity, and many parents don't know what to do after diagnosis. Luckily, KidCrates  has devised some sure-fire ways to help you battle against this growing epidemic and ensure that it ...


Take Me Out to the Ball Game!


Miracle League opens totally handicap accessible field in Cranberry Township!

Article by Brooke Dorsch of Pediatric Therapy Professionals

 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 ...


Frames of Infinity- EXCLUSIVE MOTHER'S DAY OFFER


Last Minute Mother's Day Gift Idea



Looking to get that special someone the PERFECT Mother's Day Gift? 

 


Not sure WHAT she would love? 


 




Why don't you do something that many forget to do? 




Capture time.

 

 

We offer to you one of the best photographers in this city. 

Ginger Hites of Frames of Infinity. 

Frames of Infinity has an exclusive offer for Macaroni Kid readers ONLY. 




All new family sessions that schedule by the end of this month, and confirm by this weekend get their session fee half off.  

Just contact Ginger Hites at ginger ...


Are you looking for a realtor? You found one!


"Quality in a service is not what you put into it, it's what the customer gets out of it."

Quality in a service is not what you put into it, it's what the customer gets out of it."

This is the motto that Kelly Timco has right on her website! We were amazed! Right there in black and white so everyone can see. I don't know about you but my dealings with realtors in the past have been mostly about how much I can make for them not how much they are invested in me. This is quite a shift from my experience!

Kelly is a licensed ...


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Mother's Day Pillow Craft


This is a project my kids did a few years ago for their grandmas for Mother's Day.  If you have more than one child, you could have them each make a handprint on one pillow to make a bouquet, or they can each make their own pillow.


What you need:

1 White washcloth

1 Washcloth of your color choice (except white)

Acrylic paint for flowers

Green fabric paint

Glue - tacky glue or a hot glue gun work best

Stuffing

What you do:


Paint your child's hand with the ...


Strawberry Cream Cheese Shortcake


This super easy recipe is an easy and delicious twist on traditional Strawberry Shortcake.

Ingredients:

1 Box White or Yellow Cake Mix

3 Eggs

1 8 oz. Package Softened Cream Cheese

¼ cup All Purpose Flour

2 Quarts of Strawberries

¼ cup Granulated Sugar

Whipped Cream

Directions:

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees

Wash and cut up fresh strawberries, mix in a bowl with granulated sugar and set aside

Mix cake mix, flour, eggs, and cream cheese in a bowl, the dough will be stiff and you may need to hand kneed ...


We care about YOU!


Tell us about fundraisers that benefit people in our community!



Do you know of a local family who has organized a fundraising benefit or blood drive or wash the dog drive?

Do you know of a non-profit organization that helps the community that we should know about?

THEN TELL US!  We have over 7,000 readers and we want to educate and inform everyone about community efforts to help those in need!  Email [email protected] with information. 

We are all in this crazy game of life together and we want to be there for YOU!


Macaroni Cares


Family Fun Day for Ryan!


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Brand New Divinci Crib & Dresser For Sale


For all of your momma's to be here's a great deal.  A brand new never been used Davinci crib and dresser/ changing table combo.  


 



Cherry finish. Paid $600+ asking $500. 

Please email j[email protected] for more information. 


These items have been well stored, are brand new,fully assembled and in perfect condition.
 Smoke free, pet free immaculate upscale home. 


 Located in the North Hills and family members of Debby Perry, Editor Macaroni Kid. 

Girls Only – The Secret Comedy of Women


At The CLO Cabaret 5/23-9/2! Get your Mac Kid Discount Code HERE!

Pittsburgh CLO is proud to announce the cast for the Pittsburgh premiere of original comedy sensation Girls Only – The Secret Comedy of Women, which will run May 23 through September 2 at the CLO Cabaret. Tickets start at $34.75 and are available at CLOCabaret.com, by calling 412-456-6666 or visiting the Box Office at Theater Square.

Cast and Creative Team (in alphabetical order)

Theo Allyn (Cast July 6-September 2) makes her CLO Cabaret debut. She was last seen at City Theatre in Kim Rosenstock’s Tigers Be Still, directed ...


Kid's Bowl Free Summer Program!


Details Here!

The Kids Bowl Free is a summer program that is sponsored by select bowling centers across the county. Kids can receive 2 free games of bowling everyday during the summer. We have included the local bowling lanes that are participating in the program this year. Click below to find out more information.

Westpike Bowl - Canonsburg

Paradise Island Bowl - Neville Island

Crafton-Ingram Bowling Lanes - Pittsburgh

Legacy Lanes - Pittsburgh

Nesbit's Lanes - Pittsburgh

Princess Lanes - Pittsburgh

Village Lanes - Pittsburgh

Visit them on Facebook !

 

 

What an AWESOME program for families! Do you love ...


LEGALLY BLONDE AT THE BYHAM THEATER May 3- 13


PITTSBURGH MUSICAL THEATER
ANNOUNCES LEGALLY BLONDE AT THE BYHAM THEATER

Performance Dates:

  Legally Blonde:  

May 3 – May 13, 2012                 

Byham Theater
           
 

 
Legally Blonde, c
ollege sweetheart and homecoming queen, Elle Woods doesn't take no for an answer. So when her boyfriend dumps her for someone serious, Elle puts down the credit card, hits the books and heads for Harvard Law School! Based on the hit movie of the same name, Legally Blonde The Musical is the award-winning Broadway sensation that's an all singing, all dancing, feel good musical ...


Pittsburgh International Children’s Festival


May 16- 20 2012 PACKED WITH FUN

The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust  presents the 26th annual Pittsburgh International Children’s Festival, Wednesday, May 16, through Sunday, May 20, 2012, at the University of Pittsburgh Theaters and Schenley Plaza.  Programming will showcase  international and local theater premieres, including a brand new interactive luminarium installation on the festival grounds.   Giant Eagle is the lead sponsor of the 2012 Pittsburgh International Children’s  Festival.

For information and tickets, visit the Box Office at Theater Square, pghkids.org or call 412-456-6666.  Ticket packages are available.  Groups of 10 or more, call 412-471-6930 ...

Save the Date! Touch-a-Truck Is Back!


May 19th 10 AM- 2PM

          

Big Trucks and Kids Become Friends at the 5th Annual Touch-a-Truck Event

 

WHAT: The Junior League of Pittsburgh will host its fifth annual Touch-a-Truck event, a one of a kind, educational, and fun family festival.

The event gives children of all ages the opportunity to explore heavy machinery and meet the people who build, protect, and serve the Pittsburgh region. Let your kids get behind the wheel, honk the horns and meet the men and women who drive the trucks.

WHO: Everyone is welcome to attend. Please contact the ...


The JBF Sale is Coming Soon!


The Just Between Friends Spring/Summer Children's & Maternity Consignment event kicks off on May 18th, with an exclusive pre-sale for volunteers, consignors, first-time parents, foster parents, military families and teachers on Thursday, May 17th!

What: JBF Pittsburgh Children's & Maternity Spring/Summer Sale
When: Fri., May 18: 9am-7pm; Sat., May 19: 8am-4pm (NEW Merchandise!) & Sun., May 20: 8am-2pm (Many items 50%).
Where: RMU Island Sports Center in the Golf Dome, 7600 Grand Ave., Pittsburgh 15225
Admission: $3 on Friday from 9 a.m. to noon (under 18 is free ...

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Don't keep it to yourself!

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We want to know!

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Resource Guide


Kids Eat Free, Places to hit in the cold AND MORE! OH MY!

Click on any of the icons below to find a specific local resource guide full of information!

* this serves only as a guide to Pittsburgh opportunities for families and not a personal recommendation from Macaroni Kid

 Enjoy!

Team MK



 

 


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This is just for show.  Please look below for our favorite "coolest camps" this summer!

CHECK OUT THESE SUMMER CAMPS!


 Listed below are some of the GREAT CAMPS that we have available in our Summer Camp Guide 2012. 

To visit our guide please click here.  

Each camp has an article for you to browse that hosts additional information about each camp.  




 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

  


 

 




Find fabulous offerings from your library here!


...and mostly free too!

Did you know that our local libraries have some amazing and mostly free events?  This is perhaps our greatest untapped resource in the community.  They have programs from tots to seniors all under one roof!

You can join a reading club, an art club, a lego club, a crafty corner, read with a therapy dog....the list goes on and on...

Check them out today!

Robinson Township Library



Moon Township Public Library

Western Allegheny Community Library


Sewickley Public Library

Some other great resources for some free story times and activitie ...

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