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Max & Ruby Bunny Party Ticket Giveaway!

Congratulations to Rebecca Goodman!

Rebecca, you have won 4 tickets to see Max & Ruby Bunny Party at the Louisville Palace in the 4th Row!!!

 

Check your e-Mail Rebecca or e-Mail me at [email protected] to claim your prize. This is important, I will draw a new winner if I don't hear from you by Monday, August 8 at 6:00 PM

 

Tickets ($15.00-$28.50) are on sale now and can be purchased at the Live Nation, Louisville Palace Box Office (502) 583-4555, at Ticketmaster or charge ...


Beat The Heat With Sponge Balls

An Easy At Home Activity

Need a new, fun way for kids to stay cool in the summer? Love water balloons but hate picking up small pieces of plastic all over the yard? Give sponge balls a try. They are softer than a snow ball and inexpensive to make!

There are endless sponge ball games kids can play; maybe they will even be encouraged to join you in some house cleaning?

You will need:

  1. 3 Dry Sponges (new)
  2. Scissors
  3. String

 

Directions

  1. Cut sponges into approx. 1/2 inch strips with scissors.
  2. Lay strips on top ...

Does Your School Need a New Playground?

Sprite Spark Parks Project

Sprite Spark Parks Project

Sprite's multi-year commitment to bringing a 'spark' to active spaces within communities across the country!

Sprite has pledged to help refresh parks and play spaces across the country in 2011. This year, Sprite will invest $2 million to construct, refurbish and creatively refresh more than 150 neighborhood parks, athletic fields, school playgrounds and basketball courts!

Ultimately, the goal is to give young people a chance to be physically active, inspire their imagination and to create clean, safe and creative places to play for years to ...


National Watermelon Day

A New Way to Eat Your Watermelon

August 3rd is National Watermelon Day. Nothing says summer like a delicious piece of juicy watermelon! Here's some little know watermelon facts and a simple recipe to try at home.    Click the pink "Read more" button to learn how to drink your watermelon! 

 

Watermelon is good for you!

It is very low in calories and extremely hydrating. One cup of watermelon contains only 46 calories and about 20% RDA of vitamins A and C.

 

Choosing the perfect watermelon

Pick one with an intensely green rind. The more vibrant the ...


The Smurfs are Back!

A Macaroni Movie Review

Our little blue friends the Smurfs are back and taking on the Big Apple! Only 3 apples high themselves, the Smurfs need to figure out a way to get back to their mushroom village after being chased out by the evil wizard Gargamel. Transported through a magic portal they find themselves on the busy streets of New York City. Join Papa Smurf, Smurfette ( voiced by Katy Perry), Clumsy, Grouchy, Brainy, and Gutsy Smurf as they meet new friends Patrick & Grace ( Neil Patrick Harris & Jayma Mays), expectant parents whose lives are ...


This Week's Picks:

Saturday, August 6 - Free Demo Class at Children's Music Academy

Children's Music Academy (CMA) is new to Louisville and an exciting way for children to learn muisc. Much more than a music appreciation class! CMA will teach your children piano & keyboard, harmony, rhythm, note reading, singing, ear training, composition, ensemble playing, recorder and in the intermediate course, guitar. Owner Kim Esposito using a teaching technique that keeps children engaged and having fun. Classes can accommodate up to 6 students. Advance reservations are required.  Classes available:
  • 8/6 at 10:30
  • 8/10 at 10:00 am
 
Where: Classes are held at 6203 Elizabeth Ct, Prospect, KY 40059
When: See Description
Who: Children aged 3 and 1/2 up to 8 years old
How: Classes can accommodate up to 6 students so advance reservations are required call Kim Esposito at (502) 648-6003
Cost: Demo class is FREE
For more info: Children's Music Academy
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Saturday, August 6 - Help The Science Center Win a Car!

Vote on FB at http://www.facebook.com/toyota#!/toyota?sk=app_192385320793841. Help the Science Center win one of Toyota's 100 cars for good.  
Where: http://www.facebook.com/toyota#!/toyota?sk=app_192385320793841
When: 6:00 AM (Today Only!)
Who: EVERYONE!
How: http://www.facebook.com/toyota#!/toyota?sk=app_192385320793841
Cost: FREE!
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This Week's Calendar:

August 4th through August 10th

Thursday, August 4 through Saturday, August 6 - 10th Annual Art Car Weekend

Come out and see these unique works of art!  Lots of fun activites all weekend long.  Check the official website for a complete schedule.  Higlights include a Miniature Art Car Workshop on Saturday from 10am-1pm and the Art Car Parade Saturday at 3:00 PM. 
Where: Activity locations vary, check the website.
When: See Description
Who: Family fun
How: Drop In
Cost: Free
For more info: Art Car
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Friday, August 5 through Saturday, August 6 - Brownsboro Festival

Voted 2nd Best Festival in Oldham county by the readers in an Oldham Era Pole!  Live music, arts and crafts, door prizes, cake walks, game booths, antique tractor display and more! Friday 8/5: 6:00-11:00PM Saturday 8/6: 2:00-11:00PM
Where: Brownsboro Community Center, 7701 Hwy 329, Brownsboro, 40014 Map
When: See Description
Who: Family Fun
How: Drop IN
Cost: Free
For more info: Brownsboro Days
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Friday, August 5 - ToodleDoos @ BN (Plainview)

Bring your child out for some fun play time featuring games and stories of all sorts.
Where: Barnes & Noble, The Shoppes at Plainview, 801 South Hurstbourne Pkwy, Louisville, KY 40222, 502-426-0255
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Ages 5 and under
How: Drop In
Cost: Free
For more info: Barnes & Noble Plainview
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Friday, August 5 - Cards Under the Stars Summer Movies

Toy Story 3 (PG) on the UofL campus, Natural Science lawn next to Grawemeyer Hall.  Movies are shown on a large inflatable screen.  Musical entertainment and inflatable rides before the movies start.  Food and drinks for purchase.  Bring your own snacks, coolers and lawn chairs or blankets.  Movies start at dusk. 
Where: UofL Campus
When: 6:30 PM
Who: Family Fun
How: Drop In
Cost: Free
For more info: Summer Movies
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Saturday, August 6 - Cookout @ Foxhollow Farm

Join Slow Food Bluegrass for a Grill Out the First Saturday of Every month. Enjoy locally raised, pasture grazed meats and picnics sides made with farm fresh ingredients. Bring a blanket or sit at one of our picnic tables around the farm. While you're here grocery shop at our Farm Store, take a hike on our Nature Trail, or call ahead to sign up for one of our Farm Tours to learn more about where your food comes from. Check back with us August 1st for menu details. Meals average $7 per person. 
    
Where: Foxhollow Farm - use the directions from the website not google or mapquest.
When: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Family Fun
How: Drop In
Cost: Meal's average $7/per person
For more info: Foxhollow Events
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Saturday, August 6 - Pewee Valley Summer Festival

Family fun in Pewee Valley
Where: Town Square, 301-312 Mt. Mercy Drive, Pewee Valley KY
When: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Who: Family Fun
How: Drop In
Cost: TBD
For more info: http://www.peweevalleyky.org/
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Wednesday, August 10 through Thursday, August 11 - $1.00 Movie @ Tinseltown

Legend of the Guardians (PG)
Where: Tinseltown Movies, 4400 Towne Center Drive, Louisville KY
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Family Fun
How: Drop In
Cost: $1.00 per show or purchase in advance 10 shows for $5.00
For more info: http://www.cinemark.com/summer-movie-clubhouse
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Wednesday, August 10 - Family Gallery Adventures

Go deep into the environs of the Speed Art Museum and explore a single work of art in a unique way. Become a designer and seek out shapes then, create an interesting pattern of your very own. Don’t miss the fun! Program is free with admission and offered on Wednesdays beginning June 22 through August 24.
Where: Speed Art Museum, 2035 South Third Street Louisville, 40208  (502) 634.2700
When: 10:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: Family fun
How: Drop in anytime between 10:30a and 1pm
Cost: Free with admission. $10/adults, $5/kids 3-17, under 3, free
For more info: Speed Art Museum
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Plan Ahead:

September 14th through October 9th

Wednesday, September 14 through Tuesday, September 20 - Disney On Ice Mickey & Minnie's Magical Journey

Make imagination your destination!  Join Mickey Mouse and Minnie Mouse on a journey into the magical worlds of Disney’s The Little Mermaid, The Lion King, Peter Pan, and Lilo & Stitch.  Celebrate the music, beauty and laughter in a journey so magical, you’ll never want to go home. Join us for one of 8 shows September 14 through 20th! 
  • Wed. Sept. 14:  7pm
  • Thu. Sept. 15:  7pm
  • Fri. Sept. 16:  7pm
  • Sat. Sept. 17:  11am, 3pm, 7pm
  • Sun. Sept. 18:  2pm, 6pm
 
Where: KFC YUM! Center, 1 Arena Plaze, Louisville Ky 40202 (502) 690-9000
When: See Description
Who: Audiences of all ages will be wowed!  
How: Purchase ticekts online at Ticketmaster.com, the KFC Yum! Center Box Office or by calling 1-800-745-3000
Cost: Ticekts are $12, $20, $35 or $50
For more info: Mickey and Minnie's Magical Journey
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Sunday, October 9 - Max & Ruby Bunny Party

It's a surprise party for someone special, and bunny siblings Max and Ruby have a-million-and-one things to do before the big event. Join in the fun as they embark on a musical bus ride to East Bunnyhop General Store, where they deliberate on what to buy for the Super Duper Special Birthday Guest. Max & Ruby never quite want the same thing and their plans always collide – with hilarious results! Join Max & Ruby for a live performance at The Louisville Palace.  Two shows 1:00 Pm & 4:00 PM on October 9th.  Tickets range rom $15.00 - $28.50.  
Where: The Louisville Palace
When: 1:00 PM (2nd show 4:00 PM)
Who: Max & Ruby fans.  Best for kids aged 5 and under.
How: Purchase tickets at The Louisville Plance Box Office (502) 583-4555 , online at Live Nation, Ticketmaster or charge by phone (800) 745-3000.
Cost: $15.00-$28.50
For more info: Max & Ruby Tour
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Online Business Directory

Macaroni Kid Resources For Parents

The Macaroni Kid Business Directory is an affordable way to showcase your business.  Special LOW introductory rates available for 2011.  Email me today to list your business! 

One of the goals of Macaroni Kid is to make it easier for parents to be parents.  That means spending less time searching for the plumber or painter you need.  Knowing who to call to plan the best kids birthday party, finding a detailed list of summer camps and preschools, suggestions on where to get your hair cut, places to burn calories and ...


ToodleDoos & Macaroni Kid

A Perfect Pair

What to do? What to do? Come join us here on ToodleDoos!


ToodleDoos is all about providing opportunities for toddlers and young children to socialize while allowing parents to build relationships, exchange advice and offer different perspectives on the issues we all face. We offer one weekly standing Playdate every Friday and a free online social network where moms within the group set up multiple playdates and mom-dates each week. 

ToodleDoos is partnering with Macaroni Kid to bring together the best Louisville has to offer for family-friendly activities through both ...


Get Outside!

Spring is the perfect time to get outside with the kids.  I've added a group of outdoor locations to the Business Directory because they are often overlooked on the calendar.  You don't need a special event to enjoy these venues.  Pack a lunch or an afternoon snack, put on some comfortable shoes and get outside!  Don't forget the sunblock. 

Farms & Orchards

Parks & Nature

Pools & Sprinkler Parks

Historic Attractions

This information will remain in the Business Directory so that you can easily find a venure for outdoor fun ...


Kids Eat Free Directory

Tired of cooking dinner? Try one of the Kids Eat Free deals listed here!

I recommend calling ahead to confrim any advertised deal.  Restaurants often change their promotions and won't necessarily inform me..  If you are aware of a deal that is not listed here or you discover a change in one of the restaurant promotions listed, contact me. 

Everyday Deals

CiCi's Pizza - 3093 Breckenridge Ln, Louisville 40220 (502) 452-6700.  Kids 3 and under eat for free with the purchase of a $.99 drink everyday.

Cumberland Brews- 1576 Bardstown Rd., Louisville 40205  (502) 458-8727

Golden Corral Restaurant - 5362 Dixie Hwy, Louisville 40216 ...


Louisville Free Public Library

Actvities at the LFPL

With 18 locations surrounding Louisville, you can always find something happening at the LFPL!  Weekly reoccuring library activities are listed here.  One time only activites will appear on the newsletter and calendar.  Since this is Louisville East Macaroni Kid, I've limited my search to include the eight libraries below.  For a complete list of all library activities, view the LFPL website.  Residents of Oldham county can apply for a library card at the LFPL if you or your spouse works in Jefferson County.

Bon Air - 2816 Del Rio Place ...


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