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Welcome to Macaroni Kid!

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!

LOTS OF GIVEAWAYS THIS WEEK!!!  DON'T MISS OUT!!!

School is in session!  How is everyone's first week going?  I know we have been busy & hectic with getting used to the swing of things again in our house!

This week we're introducing a new school to the area, Signature School of Music featured in our "Lead Articles" below.

Now that summer is coming to an end, be ...


Barten Pumpkins

A family owned and operated farm with a purpose.

When was the last time you visited a pumpkin patch with the whole family and walked away with an armful of pumpkins and a smile on your face, for under $20? Never? Well, then, you’ve never been to Barten Pumpkins.  Just 45 miles southwest of Minneapolis, this family owned and operated farm is tucked into the beautiful countryside setting of New Prague.  Their unique approach of set-your-own pumpkin prices allows any family to have a truly great time at an affordable price. Especially if they come during FREE Family ...


Signature School of Music

Fall Registration Now Open

Signature School of Music has opened their new location in Rogers!

Signature was started in 1998 and offers private lessons, choirs and ensembles to children and adults of all ages!  They moved to their new location/studio on August first of this year and now have 6 private lesson rooms.

Signature offers classes for Guitar, Bass, Voice, Violin, Drums, Piano and also have one teacher who teaches the common school band instruments as well.  They have 13 professional teachers at their location who will provide one-on-one training for your child ...


Munchkin Markets Children's Consignment Sale

WIN a $25 gift certificate

Looking for fall clothes for the kids?  Winter coats?  Halloween costumes?  (Yes, it's that time of the year again already!)  Baby Equipment? Toys?  Videos?  

You can find all of this and much more this weekend!  All in one location!  

Stop by the Anoka County Fairgrounds Saturday or Sunday and visit the Munchkin Markets Children's Consignment Sale!  Find a variety of new and used children's items at the sale.  

The sale is open on Saturday 9am - 4pm and Sunday from 9am - 12pm.  

Admission on Saturday is $1.00 ...


I Don't Know How She Does It

Advanced Screening - WIN Tickets

Sarah Jessica Parker, Greg Kinnear, Pierce Brosnan, Olivia Munn and Christina Hendricks star in I Don't Know How She Does It, a comedy from director Douglas McGrath and producer Donna Gigliotti.  Based on the critically acclaimed best seller by Allison Pearson, I Don't Know How She Does It follows a Boston-based working mother trying desperately to juggle marriage, children and a high-stress job.  

Watch the trailer online HERE!

A film that all of us can relate to!  Take a moms night out to see this advanced screening with ...


Yo Gabba Gabba Live Tour

Coming to Minneapolis on September 15th

Yo Gabba Gabba! Live! is on the road again!  The "It's Time To Dance!" Tour will be in Minneapolis on September 15th.  And Macaroni Kid has your chance to WIN tickets!

This time it is an all new show!  Come see your favorites like DJ Lance Rock, Brobee, Foofa, Muno, Plex, and Toodee.  With special guests Hip Hop Legend Biz Markie and Razzle Dazzle Superstar Leslie Hall.  

You don't want to miss this show!  You can buy your tickets by clicking HERE!

We will be giving away some ...


Your Chance to Win a Jason Kubel Autographed Ball

Join Us On September 20th At Target Field

We have an autographed Jason Kubel baseball to give away at the game on September 20th!  If you join us, you will have a chance to win this ball and other great prizes!  We have a limited number of seats available, so make sure to order your tickets soon to make sure you get in.  Tickets MUST be purchased by August 30th. 

Join Macaroni Kid and the Minnesota Twins for an evening of baseball & fun!  September 20th at 7:10pm at Target Field, Macaroni Kid will have part of the ...


For more information on the Sajai Foundation, clic

Saturday, September 24th

As a nonprofit that wants to help kids live healthier lives, the Säjai Foundation is “walking the walk” on September 24 at North Mississippi Regional Park in Minneapolis. Rather than a straightforward 5K, the Foundation’s Amazing Walk is for people of all ages, abilities, and interest levels, and takes a page from TV’s The Amazing Race. Along the 5K course, participants have the option to try at a variety of additional activities, some challenging, some goofy, all fun.

“Childhood obesity is an epidemic in this country and ...


Minnesota Renaissance Festival

Congratulations to our ticket winners!

We still have more tickets to giveaway!  Keep watching our Facebook Pages!

Experience the magic of the Realm as the Minnesota Renaissance Festival celebrates its 41st season!  Journey back in time as more than 275 merchants contribute to the atmosphere of this charming 16th century village featuring 22 acres of entertainment, shopping, fun and food fit for a king! 

 
Make a visit to the Renaissance Festival a family event!  The Children’s Realm is a destination within the festival for children of all ages.  The Children’s Realm offers free ...

10th Annual Otsego Festival

Celebrate back-to-school with your friends, families and neighbors at the 10th Annual Otsego Festival!

The Otsego Festival is family friendly one day festival held every September. The festival helps link the community to local businesses and the City of Otsego.

There are many FREE & INEXPENSIVE activities for the entire family!

Macaroni Kid will be there with our "Spin-to-Win" wheel with prizes for each child that spins!  Check out the Festival's website for a listing of all of the activities at: Otsego Festival


Fall Fun Guide!

The thought of Summer coming to an end is bittersweet as the kids go back to school and weather turns cooler. The Good news is that Fall is a fun and beautiful time of the year! There are so many family activities happening not only in your community but the surrounding areas as well! Macaroni Kid doesn’t want you to miss a thing!  We have put together a Fall Fun Guide for you. This is sure to keep your weekends packed with fun!

We have listed a variety of ...


This Week's Picks:

September 3rd through September 27th

Saturday, September 3 through Sunday, October 2 - Minnesota Renaissance Festival

The Minnesota Renaissance Festival is celebrating it's 41st Season!
Come and be a part of this long-standing tradition by visiting the
festival grounds in Shakopee, MN.
Where: Shakopee, MN
When: 9:00 AM - 7:00 PM (WEEKENDS)
Who: All AGES
How: Purchase Tickets Online
Cost: Adults $20.95/Gate ($17.95 advance) Children 5-12 $11.95/Gate ($9.50 advance) Children 4 and under FREE Seniors $18.95
For more info: MN Renaissance
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Saturday, September 10 through Sunday, September 11 - Munchkin Markets Children's Consignment Sale

Looking for fall clothes for the kids?  Winter coats?  Halloween costumes?  (Yes, it's that time of the year again already!)  Baby Equipment? Toys?  Videos?   You can find all of this and much more this weekend!  All in one location!   Stop by the Anoka County Fairgrounds Saturday or Sunday and visit the Munchkin Markets Children's Consignment Sale!  Find a variety of new and used children's items at the sale.   If you visit, make sure to stop by the Macaroni Kid table and say hello!
Where: Anoka County Fairgrounds
When: Saturday 9am - 4pm and Sunday from 9am - 12pm.
Who: Anyone
How: Just Show Up!
Cost: Admission on Saturday is $1.00 or FREE with a donated non-perishable food item.  Food donations will go to Second Harvest Food Shelf.  Help stock the food shelf for the winter!  Admission Sunday is FREE and many items are 1/2 price!
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Tuesday, September 13 - MOMS Club St. Michael West Fall Membership Drive

FREE Games, treats, prizes and lots of Fun!  Please bring a non-perishable food item for the Hanover Food Shelf. Find out more about MOMS Club! (Moms Offering Moms Support) Both members and non-members are encouraged to attend.
Where: Gutzwiller Park
When: 9:30 AM - 12:30 PM (**in case of rain, will be held Wednesday Sept 14th instead**)
Who: At-Home moms, members & non-members
How: Just Show Up!
Cost: FREE to attend. Membership Dues are $25.00/year and payable on submission of your application.
For more info: Contact: Carisa Novak 763-234-3801, jcnovak@charter.net
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Saturday, September 17 - 10th Annual Otsego Festival

The Otsego Festival is family friendly one day festival held every September. The festival helps link the community to local businesses and the City of Otsego. Petting Zoo, Wagon Rides, Pony Rides, Classic Car Show, Entertainment, Local Businesses, Crafters, Food, Climbing Wall, Mechanical Bull, Moonwalks
Where: Prairie Park (behind city hall) 8899 Nashua Ave Otsego, mn
When: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: ALL AGES
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE to Attend Many FREE & INEXPENSIVE activities for the whole family
For more info: Otsego Festival
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Monday, September 19 - Sing Out Kids Choir

Students will delight in this wonderful choir opportunity!  Learn proper vocal techniques (posture, breathing, tone production, musical expression andb harmony skills) with  our award-winning vocal coach while having a blast learning a wide variety of musical styles! 
Where: Signature School of Music
When: 4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
Who: Children ages 6-12
How: Call to Register: 763-670-8882
Cost: FREE introductory class
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Tuesday, September 20 - Drum Circle: "Stomp!"

Discover the universal language of rhythm!  Students may be asked to help us "find" our insturments - Culligan water bottles, pails or garbage cans.  Students with all levels of music experience will LOVE this new classs!  Traditional to all drum circles, this group is open to ALL ages, including parents!
Where: Signature School of Music - Rogers, MN
When: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: ALL ages!!
How: Call to Register: 763-670-8882
Cost: FREE Introductory class (NO tuition charged until October)
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Monday, September 26 - Sing Out Kids Choir

Students will delight in this wonderful choir opportunity!  Learn proper vocal techniques (posture, breathing, tone production, musical expression andb harmony skills) with  our award-winning vocal coach while having a blast learning a wide variety of musical styles!
Where: Signature School Of Music
When: 4:30 PM - 5:15 PM
Who: Kids ages 6-12 years
How: Call to Register: 763-670-8882
Cost: FREE Introductory Class
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Tuesday, September 27 - Drum Circle: "Stomp!"

Discover the universal language of rhythm!  Students may be asked to help us "find" our insturments - Culligan water bottles, pails or garbage cans.  Students with all levels of music experience will LOVE this new classs!  Traditional to all drum circles, this group is open to ALL ages, including parents!
Where: Signature Schhol of Music - Rogers, MN
When: 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: ALL Ages!
How: Call to Register: 763-670-8882
Cost: FREE Introductory class (NO tuition will be charged until October)
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This Week's Calendar:

September 10th through September 14th

Saturday, September 10 - Free Family Flicks

The entire family can enjoy select movies for FREE every Saturday. This week's movie: The Second Jungle Book
Where: Theatres at Mall of America
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Families
How: Just Show Up First-come, first-served as seating is limited to the theatre capacity.
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, September 10 - R.E.A.D. with Ellie Mae

 Bring your children to the library to read stories to Ellie Mae, a R.E.A.D. (Reading Education and Assistance Dogs) registered therapy dog. Improve reading and communication skill in a fun, relaxing environment. All beginning readers who can sound out words are welcome. Sessions are 20 minutes long.
Where: Great River Regional Library - Delano    Map
When: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Who: Attendee must be 6 Years or older.
How: Register Online Registration Ends: 9/10/2011 at 10:30 AM  
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, September 10 - Buffalo Bull Riding Challenge

Come early for family entertainment! Gate opens at 4:00 p.m. Show starts at 7:00 p.m.!

Live music
Where: Buffalo Rodea Arena, 1306 County Road 134
When: 7:00 PM (GATES OPEN AT 4:00PM)
Who: ALL AGES
How: Discounted advanced tickets at www.showclix.com or call 1-888-71 TICKETS.

For more information please check out www.ricebullridingcompany.com or (763) 389-1399.
Cost: General admission: $15.00 ($12.oo advanced) Preferred: $20.00 ($17.00 advanced)
For more info: www.ricebullridingcompany.com
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Monday, September 12 through Monday, October 17 - Music Fun Mondays

Sandy Fitzgerald from the STMA Early Childhood music program will provide musical activities such as songs, musical circle dances, and small percussion instruments, and introduce children to rhythmic patterns. Parents must remain with their child. The attendance limit is 15 and preregistration is required. This one fills up quickly, so please register for each Monday your child will attend. Please call if you need to cancel as there will be a wait list.
Where: Great River Regional Library - Saint Michael    Map
When: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Toddlers, Pre-schoolers Attendee must be between the ages of 18 Months and 5 Years old.
How: Register Online Attendee MUST give 24 hour cancellation notice to allow others on the waiting list to attend.
Cost: FREE
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Wednesday, September 14 through Wednesday, November 23 - Fall Storytime

Join us at the library for fun stories featuring old & new favorites, songs, activities & crafts. Storytime is a great way to foster a love of books for your child.
Where: Great River Regional Library - Buffalo    Map
When: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM (Wednesdays through November)
Who: Pre-schoolers
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
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Wednesday, September 14 through Wednesday, January 11 - Pre-School Storytime

Every Wednesday morning come join us for fun stories, interactive reading and various activities designed to stimulate your preschooler's literacy skills.
Where: Great River Regional Library - Saint Michael    Map
When: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM (Wednesdays)
Who: Pre-Schoolers
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
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Plan Ahead:

September 17th through October 4th

Saturday, September 17 - Needlework Clinic

Patrons can bring in needlework problems for help and advice or try something nes. Jan Johnson will be demonstration needle punch and rug punch.
Where: Great River Regional Library - Delano    Map
When: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, September 20 through Tuesday, October 25 - Fall Morning Storytime

Preschool storytime - stories, songs, rhymes and fun for everyone.
Where: Great River Regional Library - Delano    Map
When: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM (Tuesdays through October)
Who: Pre-schoolers Attendee must be between the ages of 3 Years and 5 Years old.
How: Register Online
Cost: FREE
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Wednesday, September 21 through Wednesday, October 19 - Family Storytime

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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Saturday, September 24 - The Sajai Foundation's Amazing Walk

The Säjai Foundation is a national nonprofit organization dedicated to working with local communities to educate children about how to live a healthier life by encouraging them to get outdoors, to get active and to make smart nutrition decisions. Join the Säjai Foundation on Sat., Sept. 24 from 9-11 a.m. at North Mississippi Regional Park for a 5K like no other. Bring the kids, bring your friends, and bring a sense of adventure to try the sometimes challenging, sometimes goofy, but always fun activities you’ll find spread out across the 5K walk.
Where: North Mississippi Regional Park, 5114 North Mississippi Dr, Minneapolis
When: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: All ages and activity levels welcome!
How: Click HERE to register.
Cost: $25 - Adult
$20 - Children 4-18
FREE - Children 3 and under
$100 - Family Registration - 5-8 immediate family members
$100 - 5K Teams - groups of 5 people (non-family)
Includes t-shirt, snacks and more!
For more info: For more information on the Sajai Foundation, click HERE
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Saturday, September 24 - Author Talk: Catherine Urdahl

Children’s author Urdahl will read from her new picture book "Polka-dot Fixes Kindergarten" and discuss topics such as first-day-of-school jitters, kindness and friendship. Kids will participate in a group activity and a craft project involving dots, stripes and duct tape!
Where: Rogers Library
When: 11:00 AM
Who: K-grade 2.
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Sponsored by the Friends of the Rogers Library.
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Monday, September 26 - Fun on the Farm

Let cows & pigs & their friends show you a good time on the farm.
Fun stories, songs & a craft to take home will be sure to entertain all.
Where: Great River Regional Library - Buffalo    Map
When: 6:30 PM - 7:15 PM
Who: Pre-schoolers, Family
How: Just Show UP
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, October 4 through Tuesday, October 25 - Baby Storytime

Delight and stimulate your baby's senses with books and music. Build brain power. ***REGISTRATION REQUIRED***
Where: Rogers Library
When: 9:30 AM (Wednesdays)
Who: For children from birth to 24 months.
How: Registration required, begins Sep 6. call 612.543.6050
Cost: FREE
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"Mom, what happened on September 11?"

Answering difficult questions from your children

I knew it was coming and yet I still wasn't prepared when I heard my 9 year old daughter ask the question:

"Mom, what happened on September 11?"

It took me a while to answer. At first, I thought: "How could you not know about September 11?" Of course, I was barely 4 months pregnant with Miss E. when it all happened and it's not like she has any recollection of the day--thank goodness. In fact, the majority of elementary school students weren't even alive and junior ...


Macaroni Reads

Back to School....Back to Reading!

Back-to-school books for your kids—and for you, too!   It’s a tough transition for many kids (and their grown-ups) to leave
behind the lazy days of summer for their more intense school-year
routines. Just as the days begin to get shorter, kids have to wake up
earlier, sit and focus longer, rush to after school activities, get
their homework done, and wrap up dinner all before a supposedly early
bedtime. Oh, wait! Don’t forget to squeeze in the recommended daily
thirty minutes of reading, too. … (Just reading that ...

Fortune Cookie Day!

September 13th

There is no better way to remind the ones you love how special they are then in a fortune cookie!   This recipe is quick, easy, inexpensive and delicious!  Just the way we like it!
  • Ingredients
  • 1 egg white
  • 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup white sugar
Mix the egg white and vanilla until foamy but not stiff.   Then sift the flour, salt, and sugar and blend into the egg white mixture. The batter will be just a little ...

Back to School Tips

Watch her for more ideas on "Downsized" on WE-TV

Hey Macaroni Kid readers, here's a few back to school money saving tips for you...   Shower Head Timer - you can set it for 5, 15 or 20 minutes.  Not only does it help us save on our water bill (about $10) but it helps conserve water and it limits the traffic between 6 teenagers that battle for the bathroom before school.  When we didn't have the shower manager the kids would knock the door down to get their turn.  Now the turnover is much faster. Store Surveys - a ...

Mom's Club

Moms Offering Moms Support

The MOMS club is a support group just for you, the mother-at-home of today, interested in the world around you, wanting a variety of activities for you and your children and proud of your choice of at-home mothering of your family.

Across the Unites States, MOMS club has over 2,000 chapters and represents more than 100,000 members!  We are the first, largest and fastest growing support group specifically for ALL at-home mothers.

As for MOMS club Minnesota, there are currently 83 chapters.

For more information visit: www.momsclub ...


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