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GO FOR THE GOLD WITH THESE OLYMPIC IDEAS




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! 

 

The Olympics are kinda a big deal in my house! I just love the idea of people working their entire lives for a chance to represent our country among the elite athletes of the world! I love the American Pride that comes through when the athletes walk in during the Opening Ceremonies and get a little teary eyed each time the flag is raised ...


THIS WEEK'S CALENDAR PICKS


OUR FAVORITE CALENDAR EVENTS FOR YOU!




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Tuesday, July 24, 2012

Family Fun Night at Chick-fil-A Sidewalk drawing contest

Tuesday, July 24, 2012

IKEA crafts in the restaurant and a movie

Friday, June 29, 2012 - Tuesday, July 31, 2012

Parrots of the Caribbean- National Aviary

Friday, July 27, 2012

Family Fun Nights at Moon Park

Saturday, July 28, 2012 - Saturday, July 28, 2012

Macy's Baby Day at the Zoo


All Eyes On Us- We've LOST 35+LBS ALREADY


NOT KIDDING. NO, really. We're not kidding!

The Mac Kid Team and even some family members will be using a program called Body By Visalus to lose weight.  It's  fairly new to the Pittsburgh area.  ( I, Debby have lost 28lbs on a similar program in 1 month)  We're taking a 90 day challenge to see where it takes us and we'd love  you to join with us! Here's our site for you to browse.  Here are some pictures of 90 Day Challenge stories.  We'll have OURS soon! 


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Moraine State Park & McConnells Mills Events


Come and enjoy the great outdoors!

 

                                                        Moraine State Park Community Events

 

Free Kayak Programs

August 2  7:30-9:30 p.m.  -  Full Moon Paddle

August 7  9:00-11:00 a.m. – Silver Paddle
August 8  7:00-9:00 p.m. – Bat Paddle

August 21  9:00-11:00 a.m. – Silver Paddle

August 22  6:00-8:00 p.m. – Evening Paddle

August 25  9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. – Learn to Paddle - $10

August 31  7:00-9:00 p.m. – Blue Moon Paddle

 

 For more information on the above programs, visit www.visitPAparks.com.   Paddles ...


PA Distance Learning Charter School


Cyber School – The Best Preparation for College

            Independence, self-discipline, and self-motivation are the three most essential factors for success in college, and it’s not a coincidence that those three factors are also imperative for success in cyber school. Each new school year, more and more students around the country are enrolling in an online school, like PA Distance Learning Charter School (PDLCS), because they strive to be independent, self-disciplined, and self-motivated.

PA Distance Learning gives students the choice to work with a teacher and work independently, which is very similar to college. Live classes are held ...


Pittsburgh CLO's Sunset Boulevard July 24-29th!


Use this code and discount to buy your tickets today!

Pittsburgh CLO Presents: Sunset Boulevard

Audiences will be captivated by Andrew Lloyd Webber’s fiery story of love, fame and Hollywood in Pittsburgh CLO’s debut production of Sunset Boulevard, July 24-29 at the Benedum Center. Tony® nominee Liz Callaway, critically-acclaimed star of Love Changes Everything, returns to the Pittsburgh CLO stage as eccentric Hollywood actress Norma Desmond.
Sunset Boulevard weaves a magnificent tale of faded glory and unfulfilled ambition. Having been discarded by tinsel town with the advent of “talkies,” silent movie star Norma Desmond longs for a return ...

2012 North Fayette Community Days


Donnie Iris, Sweaty Betty, Sky Divers and MORE

North Fayette Community days are coming and this wonderful family event is calling your name!  


Thursday August 2 6:30 PM 
Kick Off Parade 
Penn Lincoln Plaza to Hankey Farms Pool

Friday August 3  6-11 PM
West Allegheny Marching Band
Joe Grushecky & The Houserockers
Donnie Iris
Best Buy Challenge 
Sky Divers
Free Swimming and Games at Hankey Farms Pool

Saturday August 4th 3-11 PM 
West Hills Symphonic Band
Souther Detour and Sweaty Betty 
Fireworks by Pyrotechnico 10PM 

Also: 
Local vendor Booths 
Amusements by Windswept Entertainment 
Train and Pony Rides
Pettiing ...

Find your local Farmer's Market


Buy Fresh Buy Local

Ambridge Farmers Market, St. Mary's Byzantine Catholic Church, 624 Park Road off Route 65. 4 to 7 p.m. Thurs. May 3 to Nov. 15; also open Nov. 20.

Beaver Farmers Market, courthouse lot, 4th and Market sts. 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sat. May 5 to Dec. 22.

New location: Beaver Falls Farmers Market, 1008 5th Ave. across from War Memorial Park. 4 to 7 p.m. Mon. May 7 to Nov. 19.

Bellevue Farmers Market, Hawley Ave. between Lincoln Ave. and Citizen Way. 3 to ...


ROBINSON MALL VIRTUAL DRESSING ROOM!


We tested it out!

We love The Mall At Robinson and enjoy our collaboration with our local mall!  You can always find us there for lunch and then a jaunt to Giggles and Smiles during all months!   However today we went in to test out the newest gadget our mall is boasting!


Virtual Jeans …

My sister Jen was the test subject because well… she's perfect.  I am lumpy.  In 20 more lbs ( I'm losing fast) I'll give it a whirl to see what jeans will make me look smashing.  
I can ...

Truck Touch 2012 September 29th, 2012


Save The Date for Findlay Township and Macaroni Kid's First Annual Extravaganza!

Macaroni Kid and Findlay Township are once again joining together to bring you a unique community event this fall that's FREE and that benefits our local Western Allegheny Community Library! 

 

 

 

Join with us on September 29th, 2012  to enjoy Truck Touch 2012 to enjoy time for your kiddos to get up and close with big trucks and machines that service our local community.  11AM to 2PM

 

{ From 11-12 there will be a NO HORN zone to help those who's little ears are sensitive to all that noise!}

 

We ...


Disney’s Phineas and Ferb: The Best LIVE Tour Ever


WESBANCO ARENA in WHEELING, AUGUST 24, 2012


“Mom! Phineas and Ferb are going on a live tour!” Join the Danville Tri-State Area Gang for a high-energy ride through their wildest invention yet in Disney’s Phineas and Ferb: The Best LIVE Tour Ever! The beloved characters from Disney Channel's animated series embark on a bold escape from the television screen to a live action adventure – right in your hometown! This brand new live stage production performs at WESBANCO ARENA in WHEELING, AUGUST 24, 2012. Tickets on sale now.

 

Produced by Feld Entertainment, Disney’s Phineas and ...


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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 ...


Back to School Savings Shopping Tips!


From Our Friends at Save and Share with Coupons!

How is your summer going? I can’t believe how fast this summer is going. It’s almost too hot to shop! Well, almost! LOL!

I was looking at my calendar the other day and realized the first day of school will be here before we know it! We haven’t even taken our vacation yet! We will be visiting North Carolina and I can’t wait! I get to go twice, once for family vacation and once for business J

When I starting thinking about everything we needed for ...


Book PaintOh! for your next party!


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Panic moment!!!!!!!!!!!



My kid is turning SIX and wants a roller skating party.  Does anyone even do that any more?  Does anyone even know how to do that any more?

I wanted to make him happy AND give his friends who might not be too into it happy too.

But what to do what to do?

Scratching head...wracking brain...

OH I KNOW!  A FACE PAINTER!

Who doesn't love a face painter?????????

My kid will stand in line for an hour to see one at the festivals we go ...


Book Your Presque Isle Mini Session Now!


And HALF off weekday sessions for Mac Kid Readers! WOAH!

Frames of Infinity is so pleased to offer upcoming 2012 Beach Mini Sessions at Presque Isle State park in Erie, PA.  If you plan to be in the area or anticipate a trip on July 28th or 29th then now is the time to book a session with Pittsburgh's own Ginger Hites.  





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July Special



For July Mac Kid readers enjoy 1/2 off weekday sessions (making sitting fee ONLY $25) until the end of July!


Mini Sessions: book them now! 



One session will take ...


Broadway Dance OFFERS Open House! August 4 10-4PM


First 10 Students To Register Get Free Gift!

Join Broadway Dance Studio's End Of Summer OPEN HOUSE

Saturday August 4th - 10am-4pm
First 10 students to register on each day  receive a free gift!


Karen Prunzik’s Broadway Dance Studio and Performing Arts is a very unique dance studio in Pittsburgh!  We offer Musical Theater training with Broadway Veterans, and professional dance technique training to enrich our students lives.  Whether our students desire to be on Broadway one day, or are dancing for the fun of it, we are proud to say they receive the same training from ...

HAPPY 2nd ANNIVERSARY TO Shag Hair Salon LLC


Haven't met SHAG yet? GET IN THERE!

It's been TWO YEARS since Shag Hair Salon opened their doors.  SO VERY MANY Mac Kid readers are NOW Shaggers!  

If you haven't yet met the Shag crew WHAT ARE YOU WAITING FOR?  Meet them below and then book and appointment to get Shagged.  They are now open on Fridays! 

We love Shag Hair Salon and have been telling you about them since day 1. Perhaps you'd like to "meet" some of them? We are HAPPY to introduce you to our favorite, most funny, most professional stylists-- ...


KinderAcademy News!


New facility opening for you!

 

KinderAcademy of Kennedy LLC is so pleased to be celebrating it's second year of business with Macaroni Kid and invites you to register your child for it's highly respected childcare facility in Kennedy Township.

 

KinderAcademy is also excited to announce it's second West Pittsburgh location- COMING SOON in August. This location will be conveniently located near to the I-79 and directly off of Steubenville Pike. The planning stages are being finalized and soon KinderAcademy will celebrate its second business opening in two years.

 

 

Registrations are now begin ...


No Hassle Birthday Parties with GameOn!


SPECIAL OFFERS JUST FOR MAC KID READERS!

Video games - the way of the future.

In 2010, the direct and indirect employment that depends on video game software exceeded 120,000, and 32,000 of those jobs consist of $4.9 billion of the 2010 Gross Domestic Product ¹. The video game industry is growing everyday and developing more job opportunities.

Game On

THE MOBILE DIVISION

Have a birthday coming up, and you don't want the hassle of renting video games, consoles, tvs, and all the other necessary accessories, or the hassle of setting up the equipment and ...


Pittsburgh PA Motor Speedway


There are some great kids events coming up at PPMS. Check August 28, kids are going to love that event. We already know they like bike races on the speedway as we have done it for many years & we found out they loved the petting zoo & pony rides June 16, 2012 & they are returning August 28. We have found the noise does not bother the animals if they are behind the grandstands so they will be moved up near our playground for the August 28 event. Kids absolutely love Monster ...


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Make Your Own Fairy Garden


The Gift They Won't Return

Make Your Own Fairy Garden
The Gift They Won't Return!
I've seen these mini fairy gardens numerous places and in craft magazines.  My daughter has bugged me for over a year about this fairy garden so in anticipation of her 6th birthday and along with my 8 year old, we decided to surprise her with one.   I'm sharing with you in case you'd like to make one yourself!  It's truly darling and the limitations are your imagination!  It also makes for a unique gift that ...

Edible Cooke Dough


Macaroni Menus

You will need: 
  • 1/2 cup butter, softened
  • 3/4 cup brown sugar, packed
  • 1 teaspoon vanilla
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1/8 cup water (more or less as needed)
  • 1/2 cup chocolate chips, M&Ms, or other mix-ins
Directions: 
  1. Cream the butter and brown sugar together until smooth.
  2. Add the vanilla.
  3. Gradually add the flour until it is completely mixed.
  4. Add water to adjust the consistency of the dough.
  5. Fold in the mix-ins of choice.
  6. Enjoy!

Pretend Fish Tank


Macaroni Made

Recycle an empty oatmeal container into an adorable pretend fish tank!

Materials needed:
  • empty oatmeal container (we used a 42oz size) with plastic lid
  • piece of cardboard
  • white thread
  • paints in various colors
  • green pipe cleaners (aka chenille stem)
  • seashells
  • sand (optional)
  • clear plastic wrap
  • paintbrush
  • scissors and box cutter 
  • tape
  • toothpick
  • glue
What to do:
  1. Cut out a front section of the oatmeal container using a box cutter to make the “window”.
  2. Paint the inside of the container using blue paint to resemble water. Allow to dry.
  3. You may ...

TOY TIME OUT


I'm getting serious.

If you and I can be friends for 2 seconds then I will confide in you that I've threaten weekly to "GET A BIG BLACK GARBAGE BAG" if my children do NOT BEGIN PICKING UP THEIR TOYS. 

If you and I are BEST friends then I will tell you that it does nothing to help the situation because I never actually take the toys away.  I just shake a garbage bag-- like a fool.

Don't judge ;) 


I always thought I'd be better at this than I am ...

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1st Annual Strike Back Fundraiser


Have Fun and Help a Great Cause

ONLY 20 Lanes remain open for the fundraiser!!!
 
 
We will continue to accept registrations as long as space allows. Please get them in ASAP to ensure a spot for yourself or your team!


STUFF YOU MIGHT HAVE MISSED


SHOWS, EVENTS, ARTICLES AND MORE!

Click any of the article titles below to review information featured in our past publications! 
You might have missed some great show announcements, articles of note or great table time activities! 



Addams Family July 31 -August 12
Baseline Testing from Heads Up Pittsburgh

Fourth of July Crafts and Fun!



Travel Tips Section including: Flight Files, Inflight Do's and Don'ts; Hotel Safety Checklist;Tips from our Readers



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Mary Poppins Comes to PGH!

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Stay At Home/Work From Home Opportunities


A Detailed Listing Of WAHM Opportunities

Below you'll find a listing of legitimate Work From Home Opportunities.

Please click each image to find out more in detail about the company, the local representative and the opportunities waiting for you!

These are all legitimate companies we have researched for you and are proud to present as our 2012 Work From Home Guide.

( Don't see your company listed? Email [email protected] For $19 you can be listed each week until August 2012 along with the companies below.)



 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 




 

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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.




 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 



 

 

 

 

 


 

 









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