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Happy Thursday Everyone!
Summer is here! Well it felt like it for a few days :) I am in the process of adding all the great summer programs the local libraries offer and other fun kid carnivals I keep hearing about. Please let me know if I miss anything and check the calendar often.
I hope to see you at the Victoria Recereation Center this Saturday May 18th. Bring the kids by the Macaronikid booth to make a macaroni necklace :)
~Terri B
terrib@macaronikid.com
Summer is here! Well it felt like it for a few days :) I am in the process of adding all the great summer programs the local libraries offer and other fun kid carnivals I keep hearing about. Please let me know if I miss anything and check the calendar often.
I hope to see you at the Victoria Recereation Center this Saturday May 18th. Bring the kids by the Macaronikid booth to make a macaroni necklace :)
~Terri B
terrib@macaronikid.com
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May 16th through May 23rd
Thursday, May 16 through Thursday, May 16 - Baby and Me W-M
Join us for this class and learn infant massage, sign language, baby exercise and infant safety/ first aid. There will be time for music, singing, and creative play along with making homemade toys. Parents and babies stay together the entire time. Share joys and concerns of parenting your infant.
Where: Watertown Primary School 301 State Street Watertown, MN 55388 Room 204When: 9:00 AM - 10:15 AMWho: 10 months to 16 monthsHow: Must Register at www.wmcommunityed.com or 952-955-0280Cost: FREEFor more info: www.wmcommunityed.com or 952-955-0280
Thursday, May 16 through Thursday, May 16 - Baby and Me
Join us for this class and learn infant massage, sign language, baby exercise and infant safety/ first aid. There will be time for music, singing, and creative play along with making homemade toys. Parents and babies stay together the entire time. Share joys and concerns of parenting your infant.
Where: Watertown Primary School 301 State Street Watertown, MN 55388 Room 204When: 10:45 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Newborns to 9 monthsHow: Must Register at www.wmcommunityed.com or 952-955-0280Cost: FREEFor more info: www.wmcommunityed.com or 952-955-0280
Thursday, May 16 - Princess Stories Storytime
Princess stories will be the order of the day as Belle of Beauty and the Beast entertains children young and old at storytimes. Storytelling as Belle, Jillian Leone will read, do some activities and generally captivate her audience. Jillian Leone is a stay-at-home mom who is busy with her very own little princess, Ava. She has an extensive history with acting and spent years as a competitive dancer. She has always loved kids and has a special spot in her heart for Disney princesses. She currently owns her own children's entertainment company and could not be more excited to share her love of reading with the Carver County Libraries this summer, May-August.
Where: Watertown Library 309 Lewis Ave. So.When: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMWho: All agesHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: www.carverlib.org
Friday, May 17 - Como Zoo Field Trip
We’re going to the zoo...how about you? Bears, giraffes, tigers and monkeys are just some of the animals to see at the Como Zoo in St. Paul. Also, the Conservatory is a beautiful sight to see with spring flowers in bloom. Bring a lunch for you and your child or money to purchase lunch there.
Where: Meet at Waconia ECFE buidling 516 Industrial Blvd. Waconia, MN 55387When: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: Ages 2-5How: Register before by calling 952-442-0610Cost: $5 per personFor more info: 952-442-0610
Friday, May 17 through Friday, May 17 - Party in the Park NYA
Our year is coming to an end, and we’ve decided to celebrate with a party! Come join our ECFE families, as we welcome spring with some outdoor activities. We’ll bring the parachute, balance beam, and bean bag toss game. Little ones might also like to try Frisbee, catch, or golf. Just for fun, we’ll have a Scavenger Hunt and Obstacle Course. Please bring a bag lunch to refuel after all that activity. At the end we’ll have a yummy surprise. Let’s Party!
Where: Norwood Young America Pool ParkWhen: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AMWho: EveryoneHow: register at www.dist108ce.orgCost: FREEFor more info: www.dist108ce.org
Saturday, May 18 through Saturday, May 18 - Discover Victoria Day
Discover Victoria Day - join us for a family friendly day to learn more about Victoria! Clowns, horses, bounce house, ice cream, pizza and fire trucks are only a few of the many activities. We will also have a free business and resource expo.
Where: Victoria Recreation Center 8475 Kochia Lane Victoria MN 55386. From Hwy 5 - take County Road 11 south to County Road 18 - follow the signs to the Victoria Recreation CenterWhen: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: www.ci.victoria.mn.us
Sunday, May 19 - Raptors in the Yard
Meet a barred owl up close and personal and learn about this amazing bird of prey. Cameras are welcome.
Where: Lowry Nature Center 7025 Victoria Dr Victoria, MN 55386When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: All agesHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: www.threeriversparks.com
Monday, May 20 - Preschool Play and Learn
Children of all ages and those who care for them are invited to attend a play session. The focus is on child and caregiver interaction and developing skills that every child needs through the use of materials for infants, toddlers, preschoolers and school age children. A goal is to identify and support FFN caregivers and provide them with additional resources and monetary incentives through the CAP Agency – Child Care Resource and Referral. A partnership between the CAP Agency Child Care Resource and Referral and the Carver County Library System. Chanhassen Library
Where: Chanhassen Library
7711 Kerber Blvd. 55317When: 10:30 AM - 12:00 PMWho: FamiliesHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: 952-227-1500
Tuesday, May 21 - Tues. Family Storytime
Family Storytime For all ages, with a focus on children age 2 and up. Children, parents and their caregivers are invited to come and share 30 minutes of stories, music and movement that encourages the development of early literacy skills. No registration required.
Where: Chanhassen Library 7711 Kerber Blvd. Chanhassen, MN 55317 and Chaska Library 3 City Hall Plaza Chaska, MN 55318When: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AMWho: FamiliesHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: www.carverlib.org
Tuesday, May 21 through Tuesday, May 21 - Vehicle Fair
Bring the entire family to the Carver County Fairgrounds to get an up-close look at the vehicles you see at work in our community. Imagine a fire engine, school bus, ambulance, street sweeper, sheriff car and limousine all in one place. You will be able to explore each of these vehicles and learn what they are used for. If you are “wild about wheels,” you won’t want to miss this event. In case of inclement weather, this event will be canceled.
Where: Carver County FairgroundsWhen: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: Waconia ECFE 952-442-0613
Thursday, May 23 - Princess Stories Storytime
Princess stories will be the order of the day as Belle of Beauty and the Beast entertains children young and old at storytimes. Storytelling as Belle, Jillian Leone will read, do some activities and generally captivate her audience. Jillian Leone is a stay-at-home mom who is busy with her very own little princess, Ava. She has an extensive history with acting and spent years as a competitive dancer. She has always loved kids and has a special spot in her heart for Disney princesses. She currently owns her own children's entertainment company and could not be more excited to share her love of reading with the Carver County Libraries this summer, May-August.
Where: Watertown Library 309 Lewis Ave. So.When: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMWho: All agesHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: www.carverlib.org
May 16th through May 18th
Thursday, May 16 through Thursday, May 16 - Minute to win it!
Teams will race against the clock in various challenges.
Where: CCC TrackWhen: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PMWho: Ages 11-15How: register beforeCost: FREEFor more info: www.chaskacommunitycenter.com
Thursday, May 16 - Manga Anime Club
Join us for an awesome time to discuss Manga book titles and Anime films. Open to all teens in Carver County, this group will focus on both individual titles and series.
Where: Chaska Library 3 City Hall PlazaWhen: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMWho: TeensHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: 952-448-3886
Saturday, May 18 - Teen Book Club
Join us for lively discussion about great books! Contact the library for more information and to register.
Where: Norwood Young America LibraryWhen: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PMWho: Teens 12 and upHow: Contact Norwood Young America LibraryCost: FREEFor more info: www.carverlib.org
May 25th through May 27th
Saturday, May 25 - Spring into farming
Explore the Gale Woods Farm barn where you can meet animals, assist a Gale Woods farmer with chores, and participate in other seasonal farm activities. Cost is $5 and this program is open to all ages.
Where: Gale Woods Farm 7210 County Road 110 W. Minnetrista, MN 55364.When: 9:30 AM - 12:00 PMWho: All ages.How: Just show upCost: $5
Saturday, May 25 - Creatures of the Pond
Learn what creatures, big and small, make their home in a pond. Make your own pond creature catcher and get a
magnifier to help you investigate. Head outside with a naturalist to scoop in the water in search of real pond critters. End with a big-screen presentation showing the live creatures magnified.
magnifier to help you investigate. Head outside with a naturalist to scoop in the water in search of real pond critters. End with a big-screen presentation showing the live creatures magnified.
Where: Lowry Nature Center 7025 Victoria Dr Victoria, MN 55386When: 1:00 PM - 2:30 PMWho: Ages 4+How: Just show upCost: $5For more info: www.threeriversparks.com
Saturday, May 25 - StoryWalk with a campfire
Enjoy StoryWalks with your family this summer in Carver County as you visit local parks in Carver County. Pages from the book featured at each StoryWalk will be located along the path and lead you to the end of the walking path as it leads you on to the end of the story. StoryWalk is to encourage children to read in the parks during the summer as part of the National Park System's "No Child Left Inside" initiative. It is a great way for kids to read and be physically active at the same time. Funded by Minnesota's Arts and Cultural Heritage Fund Note: Storywalks will be cancelled in case of inclement weather.
Where: Baylor Park- 10775 County Road 33 Norwood Young AmericaWhen: 7:30 PM - 8:30 PMWho: Families and all agesHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: 952-442-4714
Saturday, May 25 - Walk when the moon is full
Tune in your senses on a guided evening hike. Listen for frog and toad calls; learn to identify them and other
creatures of the night.
creatures of the night.
Where: Lowry Nature Center 7025 Victoria Dr Victoria, MN 55386When: 8:00 PM - 9:30 PMWho: Ages 6 +How: Just show upCost: $5For more info: www.threeriversparks.com
Monday, May 27 - Memorial Day Parade
Parade commencing at 10:00am from the Carver/Scott Co-op and following 4th Street to City Square Park.
Where: Parade commencing at 10:00am from the Carver/Scott Co-op and following 4th Street to City Square Park in Chaska.When: 10:00 AMWho: All agesHow: Just show upCost: FREEFor more info: 952-448-4090
Basil Shrimp Pasta
Macaroni Menu
Serves 6 Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients:
8 oz box of your favorite pasta… I used thin spaghetti. Angel hair would be great too!
1-1/2 cups of cherry tomatoes, halved
3 teaspoons olive oil
1-1/2 lb fresh medium shrimp, peeled, dev-eined and tails removed
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon of Kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons chopped basil
1. Cook pasta as directed ...
Gel Boards
Macaroni Made
I saw this awesome idea on Pinterest and it inspired me to try my own take on it! My kids love it and it was so easy and fun to make!
Supplies:
Hair gel (cheap stuff from the a dollar store)
Glitter
Duct tape
Cardboard
Clear plastic bag
Step 1: Measure approximately 5-6 ounces of hair gel and mix in as much glitter as you want!
Step 2: Pour mixture into a clear food storage bag and get as much air out as possible and seal bag.
Step 3: Measure ...
Take A Colorful Nature Walk
Macaroni Fun
Make your next walk a hunt for specific colors (try this any time of the year). This is an easy project that can be made very simple as your time/ materials/ patience demands.
You’ll need:
- An empty egg carton
- Paints and paintbrushes
Paint the inside of an egg carton different colors. Encourage the children to mix colors together or add black or white to create different hues.
Want it less messy? Use markers or crayons.
Need it even easier? Place crayon pieces inside your egg carton, and/or use ...
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