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Crazy busy week! My son turns nine today and it's so much harder to sneak around then it was when he was younger. I feel like a world-class multi-tasker, but I'm looking forward to slowing down by the weekend.
And how about them Giants! Okay, many of you are probably not fans of the NY team, but I grew up with this tradition and every time they score I hear my daddy cheering in heaven. Go Giants!
Make sure you check out the Biz Directory. I've added a bunch of new businesses in the last week AND some GREAT MACARONI KID DISCOUNTS. Look for the * in front of the business name and click through to see their offer. Make sure you tell any of these businesses that Macaroni Kid sent you!
Lastly, a reminder to Summer Camp Directors. Macaroni Kid Santa Fe is taking reservations for our Summer Camp Guide 2012. It's a great way to get the word out about your fabulous summer program. I'm finding there are some new ones in Santa Fe, but only learn about them by accident. Don't let parents miss your camp because they didn't google the right words! To find out more, email me and I will send you all the information you need to get started.
Hope you are all successful multi-taskers too this week! Enjoy!
Strengthen Your Child’s Readiness for Reading
Using Rhymes and Alliteration
Reciting rhymes and singing rhythmic songs with your child is not only fun but an important tool for preparing his/her foundation for reading. Through this playing with oral language children learn that words have different parts and in the case of rhyming, that some words have the same ending part or sound (such as dock and clock) while alliteration highlights words that have the same beginning sounds (such as pig, pat, and pan or flag, flip, and flop). Early literacy research points out that a sensitivity to rhyme is ...
This Little Girl Is A Purebred New Mexican Mutt!
Lily Rose is a beautiful brindle New Mexico Wonder Dog. We aren't quite sure what her mix is; maybe something bulldog, a little heeler? She is a little on the shy side but warms up quickly and her personality shines. Lily likes people and loves dogs, she really blossomed when we found her a room mate. She is about a year and a half old and weight just under 60 pounds.
For more information about Lily Rose or any of the other adoptable pets at the Santa Fe Animal Shelter, visit them or call 983-4309 Ext. 610.
Movie Review: War Horse
Don't forget to click "read more" for Gabriella's video review!
The acclaimed War Horse play and children's book is now on the big screen!
War Horse is a heartwarming tale about a father who buys a horse for his son on a whim. His son, Albert, played by Jeremy Irvine, develops an unbreakable bond his horse, Joey. However, World War I approaches, and Joey is drafted into the military. Will the two ever reunite?
The movie has a charming story. When I interviewed the author of the children's book War Horse, Michael Morpurgo, he told me that his ...
January 27th through February 1st
Friday, January 27 through Saturday, January 28 - Honk Jr! A Musical
Honk Jr! A comedic musical adaptation of the Ugly Duckling, featuring students, ages 3-12, from the Santa Fe School for the Arts & Sciences.
Where: Dance Barns, Alto StreetWhen: Friday at 10:30 am; Saturday at 6:30 pmWho: All agesHow: Reserve tickets in advance, or buy at the door. Call 438-8585.Cost: Suggested donation of $5 for children, $8 for adults. The Friday show is free for every child that donates a book at the door for the Hooked on Books campaign!For more info: Call 435-8585 or email santafeschool@aol.com
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Saturday, January 28 - Souper Bowl XVIII
Over 1000 guests will decide which of our community’s finest restaurants has the best soup in town. Thrill in the competition, grab some fabulous silent auction items and purchase a local soup cookbook. Free Winter Fiesta Adventure Passes. Chef Megan Tucker will present soup cooking demonstrations! Each restaurant will compete in one of several categories to benefit The Food Depot, Northern NM food bank.Where: Santa Fe Convention Center, 201 W. Marcy StreetWhen: 11:00 AM - 1:30 PMWho: All agesHow: Tickets will be available in advance at The Food Depot, 1222 Siler Road or online. Tickets will also be available at the door.Cost: Advanced tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for children 6-12 years of age. Tickets available at the door for adults /$30 and children/$10.For more info: http://www.thefooddepot.org/
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Wednesday, February 1 - Breastfeeding Support at The Birthing Tree
Aimee Putnam, IBCLC and Birthing Tree member facilitates a monthly gathering of pregnant and breastfeeding Moms. Come meet other Moms and babies! Aimee is available to answer questions.
Where: The Birthing Tree Rescource Center, 2047 Galisteo RdWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (First Wednesday of every month)Who: Parents, educators and any adults who have boys in their lives.How: n/aCost: $5-$10 donation requestedFor more info: www.thebirthingtree.com
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January 25th through February 1st
Wednesday, January 25 - Maestros at the Children's Museum
Experience all things musical, as we explore the violin and other instruments.
Where: Santa Fe Children's Museum, 1050 Old Pecos TrailWhen: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: all agesHow: n/aCost: Free with admission. $6 NM residents, children under 1 year are free.For more info: call 989-8359, www.santafechildrensmuseum.org
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Thursday, January 26 - The Creative Workshop at the Children's Museum
Work together to build, design and create everything from boats to masks.
Where: Santa Fe Children's Museum, 1050 Old Pecos TrailWhen: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PMWho: Designed for school-aged children, but all ages are welcome.How: n/aCost: Free with admission. $6 NM residents, children under 1 year are free.For more info: call 989-8359, www.santafechildrensmuseum.org
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Friday, January 27 - Family Fun Ice Skating
Enjoy ice-skating every Friday in January! No formal lesson, however an instructor will be on hand for tips. Bike helmets and gloves are encouraged.
Where: Genoveva Chavez Community Center, 3221 Rodeo RoadWhen: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AMWho: all agesHow: Just let them know at the front desk that you are there for the Family Fun Skate.Cost: $3 per person includes skate rental and admissionFor more info: email: lschub@hotmail.com
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Friday, January 27 - Parent Talk Q&A at the Children's Museum
Our Child Development Specialists help to answer parenting questions and develop effective parenting strategies. The Friday Specialist is a licensed family and child therapist. This program is funded by the Brindle Foundation.
Where: Santa Fe Children's Museum, 1050 Old Pecos TrailWhen: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: parentsHow: n/aCost: Free with admission. $6 NM residents, children under 1 year are free.For more info: call 989-8359, www.santafechildrensmuseum.org
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Friday, January 27 - Singing Party at the Bee Hive
A group musical story created through voice, movement and role playing.
Where: Bee Hive, 328 Montezuma AveWhen: 4:00 PMWho: Ages 4-7How: n/aCost: FreeFor more info: http://beehivekidsbooks.com
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Saturday, January 28 - Ski n’ Ice Bowl at Sipapu
The Ice Bowl is a national event, designed to raise money and food for food banks around the world. Regardless of the weather conditions, the idea is to have fun while supporting a great cause! Tortoise and Hare Team Relay and Mini Toss.
Where: Sipapu Ski and Summer Resort, Highway 518, Vadito, NM.When: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: all agesHow: n/aCost: Team Relay $5 per two-person team; Mini Toss $1 for three tosses or 50 cents per throw AND bring a non-perishable food item or two for each event. All proceeds collected during the Ski ‘n Ice Bowl go directly to La Jicarita Food Basket.For more info: call 800-587-2240 or email Stacey Glaser
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Saturday, January 28 - Lowe's Build and Grow Clinic: Build-a-Saurus
This kit is awesome! Your child can build this cool dinosaur and then choose the stickers to make it a cartoon or a realistic dinosaur!Where: Lowes Home Improvement,When: 10:00 AMWho: all ages welcome with adult assistanceHow: Register online before the classes fill up.Cost: FreeFor more info: http://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/
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Saturday, January 28 - Sea Turtle Awareness Day at the ABQ the Zoo
Like many other ocean species, sea turtles are struggling to survive. Visit the ABQ BioPark Aquarium to learn all about sea turtles. You'll find out about the threats to turtles and how you can help protect them. Learn about sea turtles, watch a movie and find out how you can help sea turtles survive.
Where: ABQ BioPark Zoo, 903 Tenth St. SW, AlbuquerqueWhen: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: all agesHow: n/aCost: Free with admission. Adult: $7, Child (3-12) or Senior (65+): $3For more info: Call 505-768-2000 or visit http://www.cabq.gov/biopark
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Saturday, January 28 - Just for Stressed Out Moms and Dads: Chavez Center Massage Open House!
The Chavez Center invites the community to come in and check out our massage therapy services. The Chavez Center’s Lifestyle Center currently has three massage therapists and one reflexologist. Massage therapists will be on hand to provide free 15-minute massages to the public. “We hope the event will remind the community that we have wonderful, talented therapists available at our facility,” stated Lisa Gulotta, Recreation Manager at the Chavez Center.
Where: Genoveva Chavez Community Center, 3001 Rodeo RdWhen: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: adultsHow: n/aCost: Free!For more info: www.chavezcenter.com
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Saturday, January 28 - Musical Story Time at the Bee Hive
Interactive stories told with music, movement and more.
Where: Bee Hive, 328 Montezuma AveWhen: 11:00 AMWho: Ages 1-3How: n/aCost: FreeFor more info: http://beehivekidsbooks.com
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Sunday, January 29 - Garden Science Exploration at the Children's Museum
Are You Me?: Using picture cards and working with a SFCM intern, kids will recognize various young stages of aquatic animals and match them with corresponding adult stages. Using picture cards children match pairs of juvenile and adult animals. In this activity we will discuss key words such as metamorphosis, growth, and development.
Where: Santa Fe Children's Museum, 1050 Old Pecos TrailWhen: 1:30 PM - 3:00 PMWho: Friday mornings at the museum are pre-school primetime. A special time for preschoolers and their adults.How: n/aCost: Free with admission. $6 NM residents, children under 1 year are free.For more info: call 989-8359, www.santafechildrensmuseum.org
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Tuesday, January 31 - Bi-Lingual Storytelling at the Children's Museum
Join floor manager Aoife as she reads stories in English and Spanish. Juntan con Aoife para oir cuentos en Ingles y Espanol.
Where: Santa Fe Children's Museum, 1050 Old Pecos TrailWhen: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AMWho: all agesHow: n/aCost: Free with admission. $6 NM residents, children under 1 year are free.For more info: call 989-8359, www.santafechildrensmuseum.org
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Tuesday, January 31 - Story Time With Papa Dave at the Bee Hive
Various books read by an authentic grandpa.
Where: Bee Hive, 328 Montezuma AveWhen: 3:30 PMWho: Ages 2-5How: n/aCost: FreeFor more info: http://beehivekidsbooks.com
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Tuesday, January 31 through Thursday, February 2 - Dragon Mask Craft at the Library
Make a Dragon Mask!
Where:
- Jan 24: Southside Library, 6599 Jaguar Dr
- Jan 25: Main Library, 145 Washington Av
- Jan 26: La Farge Library, 1730 Llano St
When: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PMWho: Ages 5-12How: Registration required, begins 2 weeks prior to the event. Call the library for the activity you wish to attend. Space may be limited.Cost: Free. All materials are provided.For more info:
- Southside 955-2828
- Main Library, 955-6793
- La Farge Library, 955-4863
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Tuesday, January 31 - Little Yogis at the Children's Museum
Come move like animals as we practice our balance and coordination.
Where: Santa Fe Children's Museum, 1050 Old Pecos TrailWhen: 4:00 PM - 4:30 PMWho: all agesHow: n/aCost: Free with admission. $6 NM residents, children under 1 year are free.For more info: call 989-8359, www.santafechildrensmuseum.org
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Wednesday, February 1 - Maestros at the Children's Museum
Experience all things musical, as we explore the violin and other instruments.
Where: Santa Fe Children's Museum, 1050 Old Pecos TrailWhen: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PMWho: all agesHow: n/aCost: Free with admission. $6 NM residents, children under 1 year are free.For more info: call 989-8359, www.santafechildrensmuseum.org
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January 25th through January 28th
Wednesday, January 25 - Open Mic Night at W21
Seeking acoustic musicians, comedians and poets ....and more unique talent. The most quiet is when a book is closed, words unspoken or a song unsung..come on down and be a part of Open Mic each Wed at 7:30pm!
Where: Warehouse 21 Concert Hall, 1614 Paseo de PeraltaWhen: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Every Wednesday Unless Otherwise Specified (call W21 to confirm))Who: Ages 13 and upHow: 989-4423; info@warehouse21.orgCost: FreeFor more info: www.warehouse21.org
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Thursday, January 26 - Break-Dancing Workshop
BREAKDANCING WORKSHOP every Thursday with super dude Tryone.
Where: Warehouse 21, 1614 Paseo de PeraltaWhen: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM (Every Thursday)Who: Ages 13 and upHow: 989-4423; info@warehouse21.orgCost: Free for teensFor more info: www.warehouse21.org
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Thursday, January 26 - Screen Printing Studio at W21
Print your art on posters, t-shirts, flags and more with the guiding help of an instructor. Lear about emulsions, emulsion remover, inks, paper, pre-develped screens with art and special clean-up techniques. You can bring your own art on transparency and learn how to burn your own screen.
Where: Warehouse 21 Concert Hall, 1614 Paseo de PeraltaWhen: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM (Every Thursday, check website for changes to schedule)Who: Ages 13 and upHow: 989-4423; info@warehouse21.org. Reserve your space, limited to 8-10 students per class.Cost: $15 for ages under 21 and $20 for 21 and over.For more info: www.warehouse21.org
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Thursday, January 26 - Middle School Book Club at the Bee Hive
Discuss super interesting books with super interesting kids – what could be better? This week: Phantom Tollbooth by Norton Juster
Where: Bee Hive, 328 Montezuma AveWhen: 4:00 PMWho: Readers ages 10 to 14How: n/aCost: FreeFor more info: http://beehivekidsbooks.com
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Saturday, January 28 - Creative Writing Group for Teens
The creative writing group for teens is mentored by local published author Alexanda Diaz.
Where: Vista Grande Public Library, 14 Avenida Torreon, next to El Dorado Community School.When: 2:00 PMWho: Ages 13-18How: n/aCost: FreeFor more info: 466-7323
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Sunday, February 5 - Black History Month Celebration at the Internation Folk Art Museum
Agalu presents West African drumming and dance at 1 and 3pm; audience participation encouraged. At 2pm: Multiple Visions: A Common Bond inspired Author Vaunda Micheax Nelson to write Almost to Freedom, the story of a young girl's journey to freedom via the Underground Railroad, related through the eyes of her handmade doll.
Where: Museum of International Folk Art, Milner Plaza, On Museum Hill, 706 Camino LejoWhen: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PMWho: all agesHow: n/aCost: Free with admission; free admission for NM residents on Sundays; free admission for children ages 16 and under.For more info: internationalfolkart.org
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Floating Popcorn Kernels-Science
Demonstrate buoyancy and chemical reactions using everyday household items
It's Science Fair time, so show your kids some science with items you probably already have.
What you need:
A clear, tall container
3 cups of water--You can see in the video that I did not measure anything
1/4 to 1/3 cup of baking soda
1/8 cup of unpopped popcorn kernels
1/4 to 1/2 cup of white vinegar
What you do:
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Mix baking soda and water in the clear container
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Add corn kernels
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Pour in vinegar--do this part in or near the sink. (I ...
Macaroni Kid Celebrates!
Some lesser known dates of interest this week
January 25 - Opposite Day
January 26- Australia Day
January 27 - Punch the Clock Day
January 28 - National Kazoo Day, Fun at Work Day (bring in your kazoo!) and Rattle Snake Round-Up Day
January 29 -National Cornchip Day and National Puzzle Day
January 30 - Escape Day
January 31 - National Popcorn Day and Child Labor Day
Remember, every day is an excuse to celebrate!
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