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September 1, 2010
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Welcome to Aurora Macaroni Kid!

Happy September!! I love September. It is the nice "in-between". The cooler temperatures allow for more outside activities, and it is still light later into the evening. The slightly changing leaves make for beautiful settings. The new school year brings excitement and also brings new family routines and goals. With my son back at school, we have been solidified our home routine. The daily chore charts are set, awards put in place, night time routines have been perfected and we have established a new morning routine. I did have some ...


GIVEAWAY! CSN stores $25 Gift card!

We all know that children change lives. Not a secret. But there are some little things that I never thought about. Like how my once-beautiful dishes that we received as a wedding gift would soon become chipped, mismatched, broken and quickly diminishing. It is time to get some new dishes, and I have my eye on about ten Corelle ones from CSN. I think I am leaning towards this one, though.

Aren't those pretty? Yeah, I can only imagine what my kids can do to them simply by looking ...


R Baby Walk and Family Festival

It's unimaginable for most.  It's devastating and heartbreaking to those who experience it.  But the truth of the matter is that 30,000 infants in this country die before their first birthdays.  The causes vary but some of those tragedies can and should be prevented. Out of such a terrible loss, the loss of a baby born healthy, emerged one local mom on a mission to make improvements to infant health care.

Corinne McMurray is that mom, and along with her husband, they have started the first state ...


Noslang.com decodes "slang" for parents

LOL  IDK   CYL8R  PIR  POS  PAW NMU

Do you know what these mean? Innocent enough, they are "slang" words kids are using when texting or chatting online with one another. Laugh Out Loud, I Don't Know, See You Later, Parent Over Shoulder, Parents are Watching and Not Much, You?.

How about these?

IWS  NIFOC   TDTM  P911  ABE  A-BOOT

These aren't quite so innocent. These have to deal with drugs or "sexting". To find out exact meanings, go to www.noslang.com, but please note that many of these ...


"What in the World are your kids doing online?"

Book Review and GIVEAWAY!!

***Barbara Melton, co-author of the book "What in the World Are Your Kids Doing Online", has generously offered five of my readers a signed copy of the book! To be in the drawing for one of the five, you MUST be a subscriber. You will get an additional entry if you have joined us on facebook as well! Simply email me with the subject "online safety" and let me know if you are a subscriber only or both!***

It seems nearly impossible to keep up with technology. The kids are ...


Labor Day Weekend Festivities!

Sniagrab and A Taste of Colorado fill the weekend with fun!

There is absolutely no way you can be bored this weekend! Two fantastic events will keep you more than busy!

TASTE OF COLORADO

Oh the yummy goodness! There will be  over 50 restaurants that are a favorite of Coloradoans, including:

  • Bubba Gump Shrimp Company
  • Caribbean Cuisine
  • Colorado Buffalo Grill
  • Falafel King
  • Gigi's Cupcakes
  • Grand Lux Cafe
  • Hard Rock Cafe
  • Island Oasis Smoothies
  • Rocky Mountain Turkey Legs
  • Saltgrass Steakhouse
  • South Philly Cheesesteaks
  • Southwest Kettle Corn
  • Tokyo San Bowl

There will also be a "fine dining" area which includes restaurants like ...


So how do YOU like your macaroni?

There may be more options than you think!

In our house, we try not to be short-order cooks, but it always seems like we're serving up someone a plate of plain noodles. Macaroni without the cheese? Not for us, but everybody's tastes are different!

The same is true of Macaroni Kid! Read on to learn more about the different choices you have as a Aurora Macaroni Kid subscriber.

We hope you're enjoying your weekly serving of local news and events for parents around Aurora, and we'll keep sending you our e-newsletter once a week ...


This Week's Picks:

September 3rd through September 7th

Friday, September 3 through Monday, September 6 - Taste of Colorado!

A Taste of Colorado stands proud as the end-of-summer celebration of community pride and spirit in the Denver region.  Over 500,000 people make the four-day Festival their Labor Day Weekend celebration and enjoy the offerings of over 50 area food establishments, 270 marketplace artisans and vendors, six entertainment stages, and educational programs promoting the diverse cultural and western heritage of the region — all for no admission fee Friday:  11:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Saturday & Sunday:  10:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
Monday:  10:30 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
Where: Civic Center Park, Downtown Denver (intersection of Colfax Avenue and Broadway)
When: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM (Times vary, please see below for exact hours)
Who: Everyone is invited! Admission FREE!
How: No registration required
Cost: FREE!
Tickets must be used to purchase food, beverages, and carnival rides.
A strip of 8 tickets can be purchased for $5. Cash is accepted at all ticket booths and at the carnival ride ticket booths. Checks and credit cards are not accepted. ATMs are located throughout the Festival grounds.
For more info: (303) 295-6330
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Saturday, September 4 through Sunday, September 5 - SNIAGRAB

Bargains spelled Backwards! Yep, it is time for Sniagrab again, where you can get boards, skis, outerwear and accessories all at up to 75% off!
Where: Sports Authority Downtown Sportscastle 1000 Broadway Denver, CO 80203
When: 8:00 AM - 9:30 PM (Hours may vary, call ahead to verify!)
Who: Everyone is welcome!
How: No registration is required, but plan to get there early before the deals and supplies are out!
Cost: Prices range per product, Admission is free!
For more info: 303-863-2260
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Saturday, September 4 through Sunday, September 5 - Elitch Fright Fest Auditions

To gear up for its annual Fright Fest in October, Elitch Gardens is casting local actors and Halloween enthusiasts as ghosts, ghouls, zombies and other frightening fiends. Auditions will be held at the park on Saturday and Sunday afternoons beginning Aug. 28 and extending throughout the month of September.  Participants will be asked to showcase their most bloodcurdling screams, impersonate their favorite horror characters and demonstrate their scaring skills.  
Where: Elitch Gardens 2000 Elitch Circle
Denver, CO 80204
When: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Please contact Elitch Gardens for specific times)
Who: Anyone with the ability to scare the ghouls out of people!
How: Apply at www.elitchgardens.com
Cost: N/A
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Saturday, September 4 - Fire Safety Day at Little Monkey Bizness

This is our second annual Fire Safety Day.  Come to Little Monkey Bizness of Parker on Saturday, September 4th to see the Fire Truck demonstrations; as well as listen to the firemen talk about fire safety with the kids.  South Metro Stations #41 will be coming between 10:00 am-12:00 pm.  Please note the firetruck could be called out on an emergency during the event. The firemen will also be collecting donations to benefit "MDA".
Where: 10430 S. Progress Way Parker, CO 80134
When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Everyone is welcome!
How: No registration required
Cost: FREE for event, regular prices for play
For more info: Call 303-841-5888
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Tuesday, September 7 through Sunday, October 31 - Amache:Colorado's Japanese Internment Camp

Imagine being given one week’s notice that you have to leave your home, taking only what you can carry. Nearly 120,000 Japanese Americans were ordered to do just that in 1942. Some came to an internment camp called Amache in Southeastern Colorado. Come learn about life at Amache and why these loyal Americans were forced into a life behind barbed wire. The exhibit will feature a re-creation of a 16 x 20 ft. barracks room. Visitors will be able to walk into the room and experience the size and life of internees in the camp. In addition, craft pieces and silk screen items created in the camp, domestic ware, and archaeological pieces will be on display.  
Where: 15051 East Alameda Parkway
Aurora, Colorado 80012
When: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Saturday & Sunday, 11am – 4pm)
Who: Everyone is welcome
How: No registration required
Cost: FREE!
For more info: 303-739-6660
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This Week's Calendar:

September 1st through September 8th

Wednesday, September 1 through Tuesday, October 5 - Cars & Coffee at Southlands

Southlands mall is hosting Denver Cars and Coffee from April-Sept. Cars and Coffee is a weekly gathering of auto enthusiasts, where hundreds of proud drivers will come together to kick tires and enjoy a cup of coffee. There will be something for everyone...from Classics, Exotics, Concepts, Hotrods, Motorcycles, and Motor-Sport.
Where: Southlands mall 6300 Main St. Aurora, 80016
When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Weather Permitting)
Who: All are welcome!
How: No registration, follow signs for exact location
Cost: Free, except for coffee
For more info: Visit Cars and Coffee Website for more information.
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Thursday, September 2 - Star K Kids

Puppets, Stories, activities, and outdoor exploration!
Where: Morrison Nature center 16002 E. Smith Road Aurora, CO 80011
When: 9:00 AM
Who: Ages 5 and under
How: call ahead to register at 303-739-2428
Cost: FREE!
For more info: For more information, call 303-739-2428
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Friday, September 3 through Sunday, September 19 - Open Gym Time

Let your little one run, play, jump, skip, and have some fun in a warm, safe and fun setting! They can bounce down the tumbling tramp, walk across the balance beam, test their skills on the uneven bars, there is even a jumpy castle slide and plenty of room to run.
Where: Meadowood Recreation Center 3054 S. Laredo St. 80013
When: n/a
Who:   Ages 6 and up Friday 6-7:30 p.m. Ages 5 and under with Parent Tues/Thurs 10-11 a.m. Ages 10 and under, designed for families with children off-track or homeschooled. Tue./Wed. 11:15 a.m.-12:15 p.m.
Friday 12-1 p.m.
How: Walk-in's, limited space available
Cost: $4.25 on Tues./Wed./Thurs. & Fri. MORNING classes $5.25 on Friday evening class
For more info: call 303-326-8310 only water in bottles permitted, no shoes in gym
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Friday, September 3 - Family Nights at Monkey Bizness

Little Monkey Bizness is open late Every Tuesday and Friday night! Enjoy play time until 8pm! Special priced admissions, pizza, and drink specials!
Where: Little Monkey Bizness 10430 S. Progress Way Parker, CO 80134
When: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Kids and their caregivers!
How: No registration required!
Cost: Admission is only $5 for children over 1 and $3 for crawlers after 5pm!
Parents are free!
For more info: Call 303.841.5888
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Saturday, September 4 - Southlands Farmer's Market

Shop local vendors for organic and pesticide-free produce, fresh dairy products, delicious baked goods, homemade salsa, tamales and tortillas as well as gourmet pasta, natural soaps, handmade goods and much more!!
Where: Town Square at Southlands Mall
When: 8:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: everyone is welcome!
How: No registration required
Cost: Free entry, prices vary per product
For more info: visit shopsouthlands.com
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Saturday, September 4 through Sunday, October 31 - Hudson Gardens

Hudson Garden's Family Explorer Pack program has six activity backpacks that are filled with interactive supplies such as spy glasses, UV detection bracelets and insect eye lenses that allow children to become engaged with nature. The programs include activities such as testing the five senses in the Chocolate Garden, crawling through the Hobbit Hole to investigate wildlife habitats, and searching for bullfrogs in our Water Garden. Each activity lasts approximately an hour and a half!
Where: Hudson Gardens is located at 6115 South Santa Fe Drive in Littleton.
When: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: Preschool through fourth grade.
How: No reservations are required, each activity is on a first-come, first-served basis.
Cost: Each activity is free with paid admission to the Gardens ($5.00/adult, $3.00/seniors 60+, $2.00 kids ages 3-12)
For more info: Call 303.797.8665 or visit www.hudsongardens.org.
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Saturday, September 4 - The Dinner Detective Murder Mystery Dinner Show

A fun-filled exciting live-game of "who did it?" Everyone is a suspect as you gather clues and try to figure out who did what and when, and not only that but enjoy some dinner while you are at it! Un-costumed actors sit throughout the crowd, so you never know who to trust!
Where: Embassy Suites Denver Southeast 7525 East Hampden Ave.
When: 6:15 PM - 9:30 PM
Who: Adults
How: Make reservations by calling 888-5-SLEUTH
Cost: $55.95
For more info: To make reservations, contact the box office at 888-5-SLEUTH or visit their website at DinnerDetective.com!
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Saturday, September 4 - Sunset Safari at Plains Conservation Center

A perfect way to end the day, at least we think so!  Enjoy our spectacular Front Range View and the calm of the prairie as the sun sets.  A wagon ride will take you to the heart of the Plains Center where you might see a variety of animals. A   campfire and marshmallow roast will follow.  Bring the whole family, friends or just yourself!
Where: Plains Conservation Center 21901 E. Hampden Ave.
Aurora, Colorado 80013
Phone: 303.693.3621
When: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Who: Everyone is invited!
How: Register online HERE or call 303.693.3621
Cost: Free for member, $5 for non-members, kids under 2 are free
For more info: online HERE or call 303.693.3621
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Sunday, September 5 through Monday, February 14 - Moore exhibit

See an exhibition by internationally acclaimed sculptor Henry Moore among natural outdoor landscapes at both botanic gardens locations. Many ongoing offerings accompany the exhibit.
Where: Denver Botanic Gardens 1005 York St., Denver. CO
When: 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM (Closes at 5 starting on Oct. 1)
Who: Everyone is welcome
How: No registration required
Cost:
  • Free admission for members
  • $12.50 for adults
  • $9.50 for seniors 65+ / military with ID
  • $9.00 for youth 4-15 / students with ID
  • Free for children 3 and under
For more info: http://www.botanicgardens.org/
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Monday, September 6 - Grandparents Day at Monkey Bizness!

Grandparents and their grandkids get $5.00 off admission!
Where: Little Monkey Bizness10430 S. Progress Way Parker, CO 80134
When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Grandparents and their grandkiddo's!
How: No registration required
Cost: $2.50 for kids over 1, adults are free!
For more info: call 303-841-5888
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Monday, September 6 through Monday, February 14 - King Tut exhibit now in Denver!

See breathtaking treasures from Tutankhamun’s tomb—including the golden sandals found on his mummy and a canopic jar (above) that held his internal organs—and visit the largest image of King Tut ever unearthed, a 10-foot statue found at the remains of a funerary temple. Encounter artifacts from other powerful rulers and learn about the pharaohs’ function in both the earthly and divine worlds. Plus, relive the excitement of Howard Carter’s 1922 discovery of King Tut’s tomb and explore new scientific discoveries that provide insight into the Boy King’s legendary life and death.
Where: The Denver Art Museum is located on 13th Avenue between Broadway and Bannock.  100 W 14th Ave Pkwy, Denver, CO 80204.
When: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM (Thursday & Friday have extended hours and the museum is closed on Mondays.)
Who: Everyone is welcome to experience this amazing exhibit!
How: Purchasing tickets in advance at http://www.tutdenver.com/buy-tickets/individual-tickets is encouraged
Cost: Adults/Seniors-$20 weekday/$22 weekend Youth (6-17) $15 all days Under 5 is free!        
For more info: Visit http://www.denverartmuseum.org/home
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Tuesday, September 7 - Family Nights at Monkey Bizness

Little Monkey Bizness is open late Every Tuesday and Friday night! Enjoy play time until 8pm! Special priced admissions, pizza, and drink specials!
Where: Little Monkey Bizness 10430 S. Progress Way Parker, CO 80134
When: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Kids and their caregivers!
How: No registration required!
Cost: Admission is only $5 for children over 1 and $3 for crawlers after 5pm! Parents are free!
For more info: Call 303.841.5888
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Wednesday, September 8 - Pajama night at the Children's Museum!

Dress cozy in your favorite PJs and head on down to the Museum to play in our exhibits! Curl up and listen to fun bedtime stories that will stir your imaginations and then head home with sweet and happy dreams for the night! Everyone wearing their pajamas gets $2 off admission each Wednesday evening from 4-7:30pm!
Where: The Children’s Museum of Denver
2121 Children’s Museum Drive
Denver, CO 80211
When: 4:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Who: Kids and whoever they drag along!
How: No registration required!
Cost: Children under 1: Free
Age 1: $6.00
Ages 2 – 59: $8.00
Seniors (60+): $6.00 BUT REMEMBER! KIDS IN PJ'S GET $2 OFF!
For more info: visit http://www.mychildsmuseum.org
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Teen Scene:

September 2nd through November 1st

Thursday, September 2 - Get your Game On!

Hang out and play computer games, video games, and board games - you never know what you'll get. Come find out and have fun playing.
Where: Smoky Hill Library 5430 S. Biscay Circle Centennial, CO 80015
When: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: Ages 11-17
How: Make reservations online at http://arapahoelibraries.org or call 303-LIBRARY.
Cost: FREE!
For more info: call 303-LIBRARY or http://arapahoelibraries.org
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Friday, September 3 through Saturday, September 4 - Teen Scene at Moorhead Rec Center

Teen Scenes on Friday and Saturday Nights. Drop in recreation center. Structured and unstructured activities for children, teens, and adults. Crafts, board games, cooking classes, pool tables, ping-pong, foosball, shuffle board, half-court gym, weight room, computer lab. Free membership required. Police Officer on site during Teen Scene.
Where: Moorhead Recreation Center 2390 Havana St. 80010
When: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Who: Youth ages 12-17
How: Free membership required
Cost: FREE!
For more info: call 303-326-8315
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Saturday, September 11 through Saturday, November 13 - Babysitting workshops

Learn safety, child care, first aid & emergency skills. Receive a Red Cross Super Sitter Card. Bring lunch and a drink. Sept. 11th & 18th Oct. 9th & 16th Nov. 6th & 13th
Where: Village Green 1300 S. Chambers Circle 80012
When: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Actual dates are as follows)
Who: Ages 11-16
How: Call 303-326-8650 or register at www.auroragov.org/recreation
Cost: $59 ($45 resident) $15 for handbook due at class
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Monday, November 1 through Friday, November 5 - Water Safety Instructor

Learn to teach American Red Cross water safety courses! Must be at least age 16 by the end of the course, attend all classes, pass a written & swimming exam & successfully complete the fundamentals of Instructor Training.
Where: Utah Pool 1800 S. Peoria St. 80012
When: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: Ages 16 and up
How: Call 303-696-4303 or register online at www.auroragov.org/recreation
Cost: $160 ($140 for resident)
For more info: Call 303-696-4303
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Monday, November 1 through Friday, November 5 - Lifeguard Training

Learn the necessary skills to respond to aquatic emergencies! Must be at least 15 by the end of the course, attend all classes, swim 500 yards continuously using front crawl & breaststroke, swim 20 yards using front crawl or breast stroke, surface dive 10 ft. to retrieve a 10lb object, return to the surface and swim 20 yards back to starting point.
Where: Utah Pool 1800 S. Peoria St. 80012
When: 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Monday-Friday)
Who: Ages 15 and older
How: Register at www.auroragov.org/recreation or call 303-696-4303
Cost: $95/person
For more info: www.auroragov.org/recreation or call 303-696-4303
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Plan Ahead:

September 11th through November 12th

Saturday, September 11 - Household Chemical Roundup

Aurora residents can drop off or recycle unwanted household chemicals for free! Types of Household Waste Accepted:
Antifreeze
Brake fluid
Batteries
Carburetor cleaner
Diesel fuel
Engine degreaser
Fertilizers
Fungicides
Gasoline
Herbicides
Insecticides
Kerosene
Lacquers and stains
Lamp oil
Latex paint
Mineral spirit
Mercury
Paint strippers
Paint thinners
Turpentine
Pesticides
Radiator fluids
Resins, fiberglass
and epoxy
Roach and ant killer
Soil fumigants
Tires
Transmission fluid
Used/unused motor oil
Varnishes
Vehicle batteries
Water-based latex paint
Weed killers
Where: 16345 E. Ellsworth Ave.-One block north of Alameda and Potomac St.
When: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: Aurora Residents
How: No registration required
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Call 303-739-7372
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Saturday, September 11 - Lowe's build and grow Clinic

From project basics to giving your child the opportunity to say, "I built it!", our Build and Grow kid's clinics are a great way to help build confidence! Bring the kids into any Lowe's store and build a FREE wooden project. Each participant also receives a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch, and a certification of merit upon completion of their project. Bring your child to Lowe's and they can build a fun Leash Hanger! Even if you don't have a pet, they will have a blast building it, and what a great gift for someone that does have a pet!
Where: Your local Lowe's
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Geared towards kids ages 4 and older
How: Register at www.lowesbuildandgrow.com
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, September 14 through Tuesday, December 7 - Wine Tasting with Will Schneider

Learn wine tasting skills, selection & suggestions. Bring an appetizer and wine glass to class. GRENACH SYRAH MOURVEDRE: The blend that made Chateauneuf du Pape famous
  • 9/14 Summer Valley
  • 9/16 Expo
HARVEST BOUNTY WINES: Wines to pair with heartier fall foods
  • 10/12 Summer Valley
  • 10/14 Expo
FOWL TASTING: Sample a variety of wines to go with your Holiday Bird!
  • 11/16 Summer Valley
  • 11/18 Expo
NOT YOUR AVERAGE TASTING WINE: This blind tasting features pricier reds from around the world
  • 12/7 Expo Rec Center:
Where: Summer Valley: 17400 E. Lehigh Pl. 80013 Expo Rec Center: 10955 E. Exposition Ave. 80013
When: 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Actual dates are as follows below)
Who: 21 and older only
How: Register by calling 303-326-8650
Cost: $29 ($22 residents) "Not your average wine tasting is $39 ($30 resident)
For more info: visit www.auroragov.org/recreation
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Friday, October 1 through Sunday, October 3 - JBF Consignment Sale

JBF stands for Just Between Friends. We are the nation's largest children's and maternity consignment sale event. You can participate as a consignor to earn extra cash, as a shopper to find incredible bargains, or as a volunteer and be allowed to shop BEFORE the public. Since it is only held twice a year - it is one of Aurora's most anticipated events!

Where: Arapahoe County Fairgrounds Event Center
When: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM (*Be sure to visit the site to see if you qualify for early shopping!)
Who: Everyone! You can be a consigner, a shopper, a volunteer.........the options are endless!
How: visit http://aurora.jbfsale.com/ to sign up, find out more, or volunteer!
Cost: Prices vary per product/$10 consignment fee
For more info: visit http://aurora.jbfsale.com/
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Friday, November 12 through Saturday, December 18 - 16th Annual Gateway to the Rockies Art Exhibit& Sale

Co-sponsored by Aurora Artist Guild and the City of Aurora Cultural Services Division, this annual exhibit has been a favorite for local, regional and international artists to feature miniatures, two-dimensional works and photography. With more than 220 compositions by artists of local, national and international importance, you are bound to find multiple pieces that appeal to you. The art exhibit is free and open to the public November 12 – December 18, 2010 at the  Join us for the opening reception on Friday, November 12, 2010, 5-6:30 p.m. All exhibit pieces are available for sale throughout the exhibit and unframed artwork will be available at the opening reception.
Where: Aurora History Museum, 15051 E. Alameda Parkway.
When: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Begins at 11 on Saturday and Sunday)
Who: Everyone is invited!
How: For artists interested in showing their works, please view the prospectus online. Call 303-739-6520 for a printed copy. Call For Entries must be postmarked by September 11, 2010. Starting this year, entrants will submit their artwork as digital files on CDs.
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Call 303-739-6520
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Denver Dumb Friends League waives adoption fees!

Fees waived through Sept. 5th!

The Dumb Friends League will extend its no-cost adoption promotion for felines through Sunday, Sept. 5. Adoption fees are waived for all cats and kittens at both shelter locations.

The League began waiving feline adoption fees on July 28 due to a cat crisis. Since then, the region’s largest animal welfare organization has adopted more than 1,136 felines. There are still more than 460 cats and kittens in the League’s care at this time.

Feline adoption fees typically range from $55 to $115 and include the following ...


Elitch Fright Fest Auditions!

Do you have what it takes to scare the ghouls out of people?

To gear up for its annual Fright Fest in October, Elitch Gardens is casting local actors and Halloween enthusiasts as ghosts, ghouls, zombies and other frightening fiends. Auditions will be held at the park on Saturday and Sunday afternoons beginning Aug. 28 and extending throughout the month of September. 

Participants will be asked to showcase their most bloodcurdling screams, impersonate their favorite horror characters and demonstrate their scaring skills. Interested scaregivers can apply to audition online at www.elitchgardens.com.

When the sun sets on weekends from Sept. 25 through ...


KIDS FIRST Free Movie Screenings!

Catch a great new movie each Saturday!

KIDS FIRST! has free screenings at the Denver Film Society every Saturday at 3pm!

This week!

Saturday, August 21 at 3pm - FREE!

 Eloise Goes to School

Eloise's tutor has quit, and now she is on her way to the prestigious Hawthorne Academy. She soon learns that there is a lot more to school than she had planned - mean girls, strict teachers and lots of rules, rules, rules! She's on a mission to make school fun by teaching her new friends to stand up to bullies, helping her teacher to be a little nicer and learning a few lessons along the way. Can she fit in at her new school while staying the same fun Eloise?

Denver Film Society at the Starz FilmCenter

900 Auraria Parkway

Denver, CO 80204

www.denverfilm.org

 


Story Times!

SUNDAY:

2:00p.m. Family Storytime at Smoky Hill Library

MONDAY:

9:30a.m-Baby Storytime at Smoky Hill Library

Baby Storytimes introduce the sounds and rhythms of language to our youngest library users ages 0-2. Nursery rhymes, songs, and the simplest of stories build a foundation for a lifelong love of books and reading. Parents and caregivers should plan on participating with their children in these Storytimes. Reservations are required.

10:00a.m.-Toddler Storytime at Smoky Hill Library

Designed for eager young learners ages 2-3, Toddler Storytime consists of ...


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Just Between Friends, Aurora Consignment Sale

Caryn Berg is the Event Coordinator of the Just Between Friends Aurora sale. If you have something to sell, or just want more information on the consignment sale, email her at CarynBerg@jbfsale.com. To read more about Just Between friends, click here!

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Kids Eat Frugally, or FREE!

In an effort to keep this newsletter from being EXTREMELY lengthy, and to help you decide where to find places to eat by telling you where kids eat free (or at least cheap), I have decided to put this in a weekly article rather than separate events. This is a work-in-progress and as it goes on, I will make it more user-friendly, including icons to determine whether or not it is free. Please let me know about your favorite kid-frugal restaurant!! Please also note that these change often, so be ...


Mordecai Children's Garden at the Botanic Gardens

This new garden offers a place to play, explore and discover. Because the natural environment constantly changes, no two visits in this magical 3-acre oasis will be alike.

The adventure starts inside an amazing cave. Emerge in the garden and discover the wonder of six environments where children can create a connection to nature. Activities are focused on plant exploration and play:

  • Build forts
  • Watch bees pollinate flowers
  • Create daisy chains and leaf hats
  • Observe the life cycle of a plant over time
  • Eat fresh tomatoes
  • Splash in the stream ...

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September 25th is National Museum Day!

To celebrate National Museum Day, Smithsonian.com is giving away two free tickets to museums across the country! For Colorado, the list includes The Dinosaur Depot Museum, The Denver Art Museum, The Littleton Museum, Denver Botanical Gardens, Molly Brown House Museum, Museum of Colorado Prisons, Denver Museum of miniatures, dolls and toys, Pueblo Zoo, Boulder History museum, and so much more!

Head to http://microsite.smithsonianmag.com/museumday/admission.html?2010 to get your tickets!


Macaroni Made

Peacock Hand Print Craft and Fun Facts

As I venture down the road of homeschool preschool with Allie, I've discovered that many day to day activities can be learning opportunities.  Wednesday morning we watched as the birds pecked at the
bread we sprinkled on the back patio for them.  Among the normal group of birds we spotted an interesting looking bird with a tail that stood straight up.  I quickly reached for the bird identification book.  This sent Allie searching for her own science reader book about birds and so we sat down and began our ...


Say Cheese: Children's Museum photo event!

From holiday greetings and family photos to pregnancy and engagement portraits, take care of all your photography needs at the coolest studio in town, the Children’s Museum of Denver!

Local photographers donate their talent and services to provide Museum guests excellent rates for this fundraiser. Capture your family, your dog, and everyone you love in a candid or formal setting, inside or outside of the Museum.

Sessions are going fast! For more information or to reserve your session, please call 303.561.0104.

Proceeds support the Museum’s innovative ...


Macaroni Planet

Geo-cashing

Geocaching is treasure hunting for GPS users. Okay, so treasure hunting might be a bit of an overstatement, since the treasures are trinkets left by like-minded adventurers rather than ancient Spanish coins, but the fun is in the journey, and isn't that a lesson worth learning?


So, if your kids balk at the thought of an afternoon hike, this is the perfect way to entice them.  Go online to www.geocaching.comand enter your zip code.  The site will list all the "caching" locations in your area.  Take your ...


Healthy Macaroni Kids

Books weighting down our kids?

Go to any elementary or middle school and you are sure to see tons of kids weighed down by their backpacks.

Did you know the average school textbook weighs between 3 and 4 pounds?

Kids are carrying on the average of 8-12 pounds in books every school day!  You may not have a say when if come to books having to come home for homework, but her are some way to minimize your child's back strain. Your kids may not have much of a choice when it comes to ...


Macaroni Made

Make your own baby wipes!

Do you ever feel like you throw most of your paycheck in the diaper bin?  This is the first time we have had 2 in diapers at the same time and I feel like I buy the BIGGEST box of diapers and wipes every week.  Where do all those wipes go?  We use baby wipes for almost everything in our house.  They clean up after arts and crafts, they clean up after messy snacks, who knows what the kids use them for, and then there is the real reason for ...

Just Between Friends offers huge savings Oct 1-3!

Become a consigner and make money for things you already have!

By now, you may have heard about the Just Between Friends Consignment sales. They are fantastic events that are a win-win situation for everyone involved. As a shopper, you anything related to raising kids at a significantly discounted rate, and as a consigner, you have the opportunity to make money for your gently-used or handmade. AND.....Aurora Macaroni Kid will be there, too! Be sure to stop by our booth and grab some fun stuff!

**USE THE COUPON ON THE SIDEBAR (AND UNDER COUPONS) TO SHOP FOR FREE!!**

JBF stands ...


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