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May 12, 2012
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What you will find in this week's edition.

Proudly serving the communities of Rogers, Otsego, Albertville, Buffalo, St. Michael and Hanover.

Welcome to a new edition of Macaroni Kid!

We have so many exciting things in this week's edition!  Be sure to read through all of the articles and events for lots of fun stuff to do.

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Macaroni Kid Featured Summer Camps

Macaroni Kid Approved Camps for Kids of All Ages

If you’re like me, you are looking forward to Summer! Especially with this wonderful weather we've been having lately! Bring on the green grass and the Summer Activities! Time to start planning ahead and figuring out what your kids are going to be doing this summer!

Summer Camp season is right around the corner and Now is the time to get them registered! Camp can provide an experience to your kids that they couldn't get at home or school. It can be an amazing opportunity for them ...


What to Expect When You're Expecting

WIN Advanced Screening Passes from Macaroni Kid

Inspired by the perennial New York Times bestseller of the same name, "What to Expect When You're Expecting" is a hilarious and heartfelt big screen comedy about five couples whose intertwined lives are turned upside down by the challenges of impending parenthood.

Over the moon about starting a family, TV fitness guru Jules and dance show star Evan find that their high-octane celebrity lives don't stand a chance against the surprise demands of pregnancy. Baby-crazy author and advocate Wendy gets a taste of her own militant mommy advice ...

Step Up Revolution

Teen Scene - In Theaters This Summer!

It’s back and better than ever! Check out this hot trailer for STEP UP REVOLUTION! Hits theaters here in Minneapolis on July 27! The two leads are hot, fresh faces. Kathryn McCormick is a former, top female dancer on So You Think You Can Dance, and Ryan Guzman is a former Calvin Klein model. The new film features the most spectacular, stunt-defying and largest variety of dancing yet - all set against the vibrant, sunny backdrop of Miami.

Who’s excited? I know my teen daughters are! Macaroni Kid will ...

Last-Minute Mother's Day Gift Ideasv

Last-Minute Shopping!

Are you a last-minute gift shopper like me? You know the deal--running into Target five minutes before a party is supposed to start, the kids are fighting over who is going to push the cart, you pick the first item you can find, stuff the present into a gift bag, and reluctantly purchase a bag of popcorn on the way out. Then you try to write something brilliant and catchy in the card, all while driving and putting on makeup. Man, story of my crazy life!
Here are some of ...

Stamp Out Hunger

On Saturday, May 12th, Campbell Soup Company will join forces with the National Association of Letter Carriers to help Stamp Out Hunger across America. Now in its 20th year, the annual food drive has grown from a regional to a national effort that provides assistance to the millions of Americans struggling to put food on the table.

The Stamp Out Hunger food drive, held on the second Saturday in May, has become the nation’s largest single-day food drive benefitting Feeding America, the nation’s largest domestic hunger-relief organization. In ...

This Week's Calendar:

May 12th through May 17th

Saturday, May 12 - Free Family Flicks

The entire family can enjoy select movies for FREE every Saturday. First-come, first-served as seating is limited to the theatre capacity. This Week's Film: El Dorado
Where: Theatres at MOA
When: 10:00 AM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up First-come, first-served as seating is limited to the theatre capacity.
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, May 12 - Bug Out! With Bruce the Bug Guy

A unique hands-on program that allows kids to explore the interesting world of BUGS! Everyone welcome. No registration required. This program is made possible through the Legacy amendment.
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello    Map
When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show up
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, May 15 - Community Read Event

Stay tuned to learn more about the Community Read. The book to be discussed is "The Persepolis" by Marjane Satrapi. The library has several copies of the book to borrow. The event will be held at the Buffalo High School Media Center.
Where: Great River Regional Library - Buffalo    Map
When: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Teens, Adults
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
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Wednesday, May 16 through Wednesday, May 30 - Pre-School Story Time

Come join us for fun stories, interactive reading and various activities designed to stimulate your pre-schooler's literacy skills.
Where: Great River Regional Library - Saint Michael    Map
When: 10:05 AM - 10:35 AM
Who: Pre-schoolers
  • Attendee must be between the ages of 3 Years and 6 Years old.
How: Register Online
Cost: FREE
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Thursday, May 17 - Mosaics with Lisa Arnold

In this class students will learn how to make mosaics using stained glass, pebbles and ceramic tile. Each participant will create a small mosaic to take home and collaborate on a big community mosaic to be displayed at the library. Registration limited to 20 participants ages 10 years and up. All materials provided
Where: Great River Regional Library - Monticello    Map
When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: Teens, All Ages
How: Register Online
Attendee MUST give 24 hour cancellation notice to allow others on the waiting list to attend.
Cost: FREE
For more info: This program funded in whole or in part with money from Minnesota's Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.
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Thursday, May 17 - Dog Day Afternoons at the Delano Library

Cuddle up and read with Annie, our golden retriever friend, on the third Thursday of each month after school. Sign ups are on the same day for 15 minutes of one on one reading time. We will provide books of all reading levels for you to enjoy, so just bring yourself for a "pawsitive" reading experience. Annie, our certified Reading Education Assistance Dong, can't wait to read with you.
Where: Great River Regional Library - Delano    Map
When: 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
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Plan Ahead:

May 19th through June 21st

Saturday, May 19 - Rogers Clean Up Day

The Rogers Spring Clean Up day is scheduled for May 19, 2012 from 8am to 1pm.
Where: Rogers Public Works Building
When: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: Rogers's residents only. Contractors and businesses must use alternative service.
The City of Rogers Public Works Department will be making special curbside pickups for elderly or special needs residents. To arrange for this service please call the Public Works Department at 763-428-8580 on or before Friday, May 11, 2012.
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Varies per item
For more info: Clean Up Day
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Saturday, May 19 - Book Making & Poetry with Artist Marie Olofsdotter

Tell your story through bookmaking, poetry and collage in this two-part class. You must attend both sessions to complete the project. We will write poetry about our lives and create beautiful books to house the words. The final project will be a precious keepsake and anyone who loves scrapbooking will love this class.
Where: Great River Regional Library - Saint Michael    Map
When: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Who: All ages welcome, adult to age 6. Children under 12 should bring an adult to assist them.
How: Register Online
Registration Ends: 5/19/2012 at 9:00 AM
Cost: FREE
For more info: This program is funded in full or in part with money from Minnesota's Arts & Cultural Heritage Fund.
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Thursday, May 31 - R.E.A.D. WITH ANNIE

 Cuddle up and R.E.A.D. with Annie, our Golden Retreiver friend, on the last Thursday of the month. Sign up with the librarians for a 15 minute session of one-on-one reading time. We will provide books on all reading levels. Annie loves to listen & has been trained as a certified Reading Education Assistance Dog
Where: Great River Regional Library - Buffalo    Map
When: 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
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Friday, June 8 - Dance Fundraiser

Dance Fundraiser Event!!  All proceeds go to the Heartbeat 5000 and benefits the cardiovascular program at Children's Hospital in Minneapolis.
Where: Jete Dance Centre
14165 James Road
suite 117-119
Rogers, MN 55374
When: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: Varies
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Saturday, June 9 - Father's Day Project

Entering K-grade 4. Create gifts for Father's Day. Work from several arts and crafts centers in the meeting room.
Where:
Rogers Library
When: 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: Entering K-grade 4.
How: Registration required, begins May 12.  To register call 612-543-6050.
Cost: FREE
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Monday, June 11 - Girls Only Book Club

Girls entering grades 4-6. Join other girls to talk about a great book! Pick up a copy of the book at the information desk.
What We're Reading:
June 11: The Indian school, by Gloria Whelan.
July 9: Bronte's book club, by Kristiana Gregory.
August 13: Island of the blue dolphins, by Scott O'Dell.
Where: Rogers Library
When: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: Girls entering grades 4-6.
How: Registration required, begins May 14. To register call 612-543-6050.
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, June 12 - Kids Jr. Book Club

Entering grades 2-3. Join other kids to talk about a great book! Pick up a copy of the book at the information desk.
Where: Rogers Library
When: 1:00 PM
Who: Entering grades 2-3.
How: Registration required, begins May 15. To register call 612-543-6050.
Cost: FREE
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Wednesday, June 13 through Wednesday, June 27 - Family Storytime

For children age 2 and up. Share books, stories, rhymes, music, and movement with your children.
Where: Rogers Library
When: 10:30 AM
Who: For children age 2 and up.
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, June 19 - Pop-Up Books

Learn how to illustrate, design and engineer one-of-a-kind pop-up books. You'll get a taste of basic drawing, collage, paper construction and practice your writing skills while creating a unique book.
Where: Rogers Library
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Entering K-grade 6
How: Registration required, begins May 22. To register call 612-543-6050.
Cost: FREE
For more info: Sponsored by MELSA (Metropolitan Library Service Agency); Funded by the Friends of the Hennepin County Library.
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Wednesday, June 20 - Kitchen Pantry Scientist: Simple Recipes for Real Science

Liz Heinecke, aka Kitchen Pantry Scientist, will show fun science experiments you can do at home using things from your kitchen. We'll give "Library Science" a whole new meaning as we try some of them out at the library!
Where: Rogers Library
When: 1:00 PM
Who: Entering K-grade 6.
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Sponsored by Friends of the Rogers Library.
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Thursday, June 21 - Terrific Thursdays

Thursdays are terrific at the library this summer! Drop in with your family and friends to play games, build LEGO® masterpieces, create a summer reading button and more!
Thursday, June 21, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Thursday, June 28, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 5, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Thursday, July 26, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Thursday, Aug. 2, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Thursday, Aug. 9, 6:30–7:30 p.m.
Where: Rogers Library
When: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Who: Entering grades 2-6.
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Sponsored by Friends of the Rogers Library.
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Soda Bottle Bird Feeder

Materials Needed:
1 clean 1-liter soda bottle
Craft knife
Wooden spoon
Twine for hanging
Marker
Cotton ball

Start by deciding where your spoon will go. It will be the perch for your bird while it eats. Mark the area for the hole needed on the front and back of the bottle.
Use a craft knife to make slits in the form of an x on the bottle. One on the front and one on the back. about an inch above the front slit, make a small circle. This will be ...

Be Good to Yourselves, Mommas!

I am so excited for Mother's Day! Not because of the cutsey craft I'll get from my pre-schooler, or the gifts that may or may not be well coordinated by my amazing (but not so good at helping little kids to buy presents) husband. I am excited because I LOVE being a Mother. I love wiping noses and making lunches and even folding little laundry. I love having a reason to get my butt off the couch and out in the world and having a reason to eat ...

Macaroni Recipes: Mom's Chicken Curry

A yummy dish from my childhood

If you have never had curry, try this recipe. It has a mild curry aroma and taste, but it is still delicious! 

What you will need: 

  • 1/2 cup chopped onion - I use yellow
  • 1/2 cup chopped celery
  • 1/4 cup of butter
  • 2 cups chicken broth
  • 1 can of diced tomatoes (do not drain)
  • 1/3 cup flour
  • 1/4 tsp. Worcestershire sauce
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 1 tsp. curry powder
  • 3-4 cups diced cooked chicken or turkey - I use three large chicken breasts and they are ...

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