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Egglands Best and Macaroni Kid's Recipe Contest!

Send me those yummy recipes for your chance to win big!

We all know kids can be finicky eaters, so we've joined forces with Eggland's Best  to find some great family friendly recipes from Macaroni Kid readers. So break out your index cards and send us your best recipe that your entire family loves.  A couple of ground rules, first the recipe must be original. It must be yours, it can't have been published anywhere else before, or been entered anywhere else.  The recipe must contain two (2) Eggland's Best eggs, and be made from regularly available ...


Healthy Macaroni Kids

Allergy Free Baking

Children with food allergies no longer have to be excluded while their friends eat scrumptious baked goods.  

Apple House Cinnamon Doughnuts
Courtesy of The Food Allergy Mama's Baking Book
Yield: 12 doughnuts and 12 holes
 
Doughnuts
Vegetable oil, for frying
¾ cup unsweetened applesauce
2 teaspoons Nielsen-Massey Madagascar Bourbon Pure Vanilla extract
¾ cup granulated sugar
3 tablespoons Fleischman's Unsalted Margarine, melted
4 ½ - 4 ¾ cups Gold Medal Unbleached All-purpose flour
3 ½ teaspoons baking powder
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
½ teaspoon ground nutmeg
½ teaspoon salt
1 cup soy or rice milk
 
Cinnamon ...


Lil' Allstars Basketball Sampler

Open enrollment currently taking place!

It never ceases to amaze me how much energy my kiddo's have. If they aren't sleeping (which by the way it is hard to get them to do that even), then they are running around playing like crazy. I love the schedule that school offers for my son, and I love the socialization, but something was missing. So, last "season" I mentioned to you that I put him in a soccer sampler. He absolutely loved it! There was an initial rough beginning, but I got to see how ...


Macaroni Survey

LEGO needs your help!

LEGO has a couple of questions about what you do to prepare for the holidays!  Can you take 30 seconds (really, it won’t take longer) to provide one of our nation’s most beloved brands with your insight?  Click here to complete their quick, quick survey: http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/8TNLX56

November is Family Stories Month

Spend some time sharing your stories with your children

With the hectic lives we lead these days, it is easy to fall into the trap of allowing our children to get "plugged in" for entertainment. Many computer games are quite educational, and with Tivo we can simply tape our "parent-approved" cartoons for our children to watch at any time. With this convenience, though, family story-time often gets pushed aside. Many families read a few books before bedtime, but story-time used to be a lengthy activity rather than a quick routine.

There is something special about turning off the t ...


The Aquabats! tour with Reel Big Fish

ENTER TO WIN TWO FREE TICKETS TO 11/10 SHOW!

**ENTER TO WIN TWO FREE TICKETS TO REEL BIG FISH AND AQUABATS AT THE OGDEN ON 11/10 SIMPLY BY EMAILING ME AT [email protected] WITH THE SUBJECT AQUABATS. GIVEAWAY ENDS ON 11/7 AND WINNER WILL BE CHOSEN BY RANDOM.ORG AND WILL HAVE 24 HOURS TO RESPOND. SHOW IS OPEN TO AGES 16+ ONLY-MUST BE A SUBSCRIBER TO WIN!**

THE AQUABATS!, the world's favorite rock superheroes, will release their new digital EP RADIO DOWN!  on November 9 via Fearless Records. This digital-only three-song EP features guest ...


Welcome to Aurora Macaroni Kid!

HAPPY HALLOWEEN!

Happy November! Halloween is over, the crisp air (though not the snow!?) is here, There are enough leaves on the ground now to make a satisfying crunch as you walk along, and as of Sunday daylight savings time is over. Before we know it the Holidays will be upon us! In addition to that wonderful Holiday of Thanksgiving, my family also celebrates two birthdays this month! We are a busy bunch!

I hope that you had a wonderfully happy, safe, and trick or treat filled Halloween. If you are like us, you have a TON of candy left over that is just leaving a ton of sugarbugs on those sweet little teeth. My sister in law actually has a fantastic idea of a "good witch" that comes and takes that candy to those poor little kids that didn't get any. Her children leave the candy on the porch, and they later find that the good witch had visited them, taken their candy, and left a thank-you present. How perfect is that? It gets the candy out of the house (and off your hips!), and teaches your children compassion. It also teaches them that when they do nice and good things, good things will come back to them. It is a great idea!

This week we have a fantastic giveaway for ages 16+ to see Aquabats! with Reel Big Fish at the Ogden on 11/10! There is also a great contest by Eggland's Best.....so if you have a recipe be sure to enter it. You can't win if you don't enter!

I love to hear back from you, so please feel free to email me with any suggestions, questions, hints, recipes, event ideas, problems or just to say hi! My email is [email protected] And if you read but don't subscribe......what are you waiting for? We don't sell your email, you only get one a week, you need to subscribe to enter giveaways, and that way you won't miss a thing! And don't forget you can also join us on facebook!

I hope that you have a fantastic, event-filled first week of November!


YO GABBA GABBA LIVE! gives back with a Toy Drive

New Toys will be accepted at the 11/7 show to give to less fortunate children!

KIA MOTORS PRESENTS YO GABBA GABBA! LIVE!: THERE’S A PARTY IN MY CITY! AND CONSCIOUS ALLIANCE JOIN TOGETHER TO HOST TOY DRIVE FOR UNDERPRIVILEGED YOUTHS

Today’s hottest live show for families, Kia Motors Presents Yo Gabba Gabba! Live!: There’s A Party In My City! is teaming up with Boulder-based nonprofit Conscious Alliance to host a toy drive at their November 7, 2010 performances at the 1st Bank Center in Broomfield, Colorado.   The drive will help bring toys to children in economically isolated regions of the United ...


This Week's Picks:

November 6th through November 10th

Saturday, November 6 - Wagging Tails

Wagging Tales introduces children to a four-legged friend...and then the magic begins! Each child selects a fun book to read to his or her new doggie pal. Tails wag as tales are told and each child practices reading skills with a new friend who loves a good story and won't interrupt or criticize. In addition to a wonderfully supportive reading experience, each child is rewarded with a new book to keep    
Where: First Saturday of Each Month-Martin Luther King Jr. Library 9898 E. Colfax Ave Second Saturday Each Month-Central Library 14949 E. Alameda Parkway Fourth Saturday Each Month-Tallyn's Reach Library 23911 E. Arapahoe Rd.  
When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (There is no Wagging tails the third Saturday of each month)
Who: Children of all ages welcome
How: Slots fill up fast so call ahead to register Central-303-739-6600 Martin Luther King Jr.-303-739-1940 Tallyn's Reach-303-627-3050
Cost: N/A
For more info: https://www.auroragov.org/AuroraGov/Departments/LibraryAndCulturalServices/LibraryServices/ProgramsAndEvents/index.htm
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Saturday, November 6 - Crocodile Rock Parent and Child Class

From Nov. 6th-20th Let your child develop an appreciation for music through singing, dancing and playing instruments.
Where: Village Green 1300 S. Chambers Rd. Aurora, CO 80012
When: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Ages 18 months to 3 years with parent
How: Call 303-344-1776 to register
Cost: $31/$24 resident
For more info: www.auroragov.org/music
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Sunday, November 7 - Yo Gabba Gabba LIVE!

Who doesn't love those fun, dancing, crazy characters? Well, now they are in Denver and partying live! Bring a new toy to the show to support Conscious Alliances Toy Drive! The drive will bring toys to children on the Pine Ridge Reservation in South Dakota this holiday season!
Where: At the 1st Bank Center in Broomfield
When: 3:00 PM - 6:00 PM (The first showing is at 3, the Second at 6)
Who: Everyone is invited!
How: You can purchase tickets by clicking here!
Cost: $35
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Tuesday, November 9 - Delve into Dinosaurs at DMNS

Tyrannosaurus rex, Stegosaurus, and Triceratops come alive in this dinosaur workshop. "Dig for dinosaur bones", listen to a dino-story, and make a dinosaur craft!
Where: Denver Museum of Nature and Science 2001 Colorado Blvd.
Denver, CO 80205
303.370.6000
When: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Ages 3-5 with adult
How: Call 303.370.6000, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday
Cost: $20 Member Pair/$25 non-member pair
For more info: http://www.dmns.org
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Tuesday, November 9 - Mothers & More of Parker/Castle Rock:Douglas County Public School Info Night

Real Moms making Real connections - Mothers & More of Parker/Castle Rock is hosting our Fall Open House on Tuesday, November 9th, 7:00 pm at the  This meeting will focus on your school choices – just in time for the deadlines for the 2011-12 school year. Emily Hansen, former board member, and Karin Piper, charter school expert, will be speaking. Also, find out about the activities our chapter offers for mothers and kids. Refreshments will be provided. 
Where: Pradera Community Center at 5030 Craftsman Drive, Parker, CO 80134.
When: 7:00 PM
Who: All parents are welcome!
How: Registration is not required
Cost: N/A
For more info: Contact "Sam" at 303-600-8645 or [email protected] for more information. Visit us at https://www.bigtent.com/groups/mm195.
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Wednesday, November 10 - Aquabats! tour with Reel Big Fish!

Channel 93.3 presents Reel Big Fish with Aquabats!
Where: The Ogden Theater 935 E. Colfax Ave Denver, CO 80218
When: 7:30 PM
Who: 16 and over
How: Purchase tickets HERE or send me an email with the subject line "AQUABATS" for your chance to win two free tickets!
Cost: $22.50 in advance, $25 at the door!
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This Week's Calendar:

November 4th through November 10th

Thursday, November 4 - 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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Thursday, November 4 through Thursday, November 11 - The Little Star that Could-Denver Museum of Nature and Science

Young sky watchers, from toddlers to second graders, will learn that the sun is a star, what stars are made of, why stars are different colors, how some stars are just the right size and temperature to support life on their orbiting planets, and how stars combine to form star clusters and galaxies.
Where: Denver Museum of Nature and Science
When: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM ((Times are at 10 am and 1:30 pm Mon-Sun.))
Who: Toddlers to second graders
How: You can purchase tickets at the museum or HERE 
Cost: Members and price with General Admission: $5.00 Adult/$4.00 Jr and Student/$4.00 Senior General Admission: $11.00 Adult/$6.00 Jr, Student, and Senior
For more info: Visit HERE
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Friday, November 5 through Sunday, November 21 - 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, November 5 - Denver Aquarium Family Night

Kids 10 and under eat for just $1.99 and the exhibition cost is just $5 for children (both prices are with a paying adult). Also included in this fun night is free face painting for the kids, exhibit scavenger hunts, animal shows and interaction, raffles for prizes and reduced adult exhibit tickets with an Aquarium Restaurant receipt.
Where: Denver Aquarium 700 Water Street Denver, CO 80211
When: 5:00 PM - 9:30 PM
Who: Well, kids of course (and their parents are welcome, too!)
How: Call 303-561-4450
Cost: Friday Family Nights offers $1.99 kid meals and $5 off the price of children’s admission (with a paying adult). Denver Aquarium regular ticket prices are Adults (12-64): $15.99; Seniors (65+) $14.99; Children (3-11) $9.99; Children (2 and under) FREE
For more info: Call 303-561-4450
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Friday, November 5 - 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, November 6 - Junior Surgeons Dissect-athon

Are you really into dissections? Become a junior surgeon! Explore the inner workings of your body. Learn how your body functions through fun activities such as dissecting chicken wings, sheep lungs, hearts, and cow eyes. Examine real human bones, listen to your heartbeat, and test for a poisonous gas in your lungs! Plus, visit the Hall of Life!  Please bring a sack lunch and drink.
Where: Denver Museum of Nature and Science 2001 Colorado Blvd.
Denver, CO 80205
303.370.6000
When: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: 2nd and 3rd graders
How: Call 303.370.6000, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday.
Cost: $60 Member/$70 non-member
For more info: www.dmns.org
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Saturday, November 6 - 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, November 6 - 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, November 7 through Monday, February 7 - 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, November 8 through Tuesday, December 7 - Free Shred Month

America Recycles Day is Nov. 15, and several opportunities for recycling are available in Aurora throughout the month of November as well as year-round. Drop off unlimited quantities of paper to be shredded for free at Curbside DataControl and Confidential Screening. All materials must be free of trash, plastics and binders, but other recyclables will be accepted separately. Also, for those who wish to watch their materials being shredded may make an appointment on Tuesdays only.
Where: 15686 E. Batavia Drive
When: 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: Aurora residents, businesses and city employees (with city identification)
How: To make an appointment, call 303-343-7096.
Cost: For those who wish to watch their materials being shredded may make an appointment on Tuesdays only and pay $25 for up to six boxes.
For more info: For more information on any of these events, call the city of Aurora’s recycling hotline at 303-739-7173 or e-mail [email protected].
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Monday, November 8 - 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, November 8 through Sunday, January 9 - 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, November 9 - 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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Tuesday, November 9 - Gluten Free Holiday Baking

Enjoy baking gluten free treats this holiday season! MENU: Almond Citrus Biscotti Ginger Pumpkin Bars Sugar Cookies Date Nut Spice Cake Mint Chip Meringues  
Where: Expo Rec Center 10955 E. Exposition Ave Aurora, 80012
When: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Ages 21 and older
How: Call 303-326-8630 to register
Cost: $56/$43 resident
For more info: Class number 143981
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Wednesday, November 10 - 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:

November 4th through November 22nd

Thursday, November 4 - 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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Saturday, November 6 - Babysitting workshops

Nov. 6 & 13th Learn safety, child care, first aid & emergency skills. Receive a Red Cross Super Sitter card. Bring lunch & drink. Handbook: $15 due at class.
Where: Village Green 1300 S. Chambers Rd Aurora, CO 80012
When: n/a
Who: Ages 11-16
How: 303-326-8630
Cost: $59/$45 resident
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Wednesday, November 10 - Reel Big Fish and the Aquabats at Ogden

Reel Big Fish with the Aquabats!
Where: Ogden Theater 935 E. Colfax Ave Denver, CO 80218
When: 7:30 PM
Who: 16 and over!
How: Click here to buy tickets, purchase at the door, or enter to win TWO free tickets by emailing me at [email protected] with the subject line Aquabats
Cost: Advanced $22.50 Door $20-or you can enter for TWO tickets simply by emailing me at [email protected] with Aquabats in the subject line!
For more info: http://www.ogdentheater.net/eventdetail.php?id=29103
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Monday, November 22 - Holiday Pies

Menu: Pecan tartes and Gingered Apple Pie  
Where: Expo Rec Center 10955 E. Exposition Ave. Aurora, 80012
When: 4:00 PM - 6:30 PM
Who: Ages 12-16
How: call 303-326-8650 or online at www.auroragov.org/recreation
Cost: $42 or $32 for residents
For more info: 303-326-8650 or online at www.auroragov.org/recreation
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Plan Ahead:

November 11th through November 23rd

Thursday, November 11 - Free Admission to National and State Parks on Veterans Day!

Visit one of your National Parks on Veterans Day, and your entrance fee will be waived!   Colorado State Parks are offering free admission for Veterans and their families
Where: Visit www.nps.gov/findapark/feefreeparks.htm for participating locations!
When: 9:00 AM (Times vary per hours of the park)
Who: National-everyone State-Veterans and families
How: No registration required!
Cost: This includes entrance fees, commercial tour fees, and transportation fees. Other fees may still apply.
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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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Saturday, November 13 - Lil' All stars Basketball Sampler

The Lil All Stars Basketball Sampler teaches  skills, rules and teamwork, and features lots of games and fun activities for children. The teams are small to allow for great coach interaction, so space is limited! Ends 12/18 (no practice 11/27)            Walking-2 years 2:30-3pm            3-5 years 1:45-2:30pm
Where: Colorado Athletic Club DTC 5555 DTC Parkway, Greenwood Village 80111.
When: 1:45 AM - 3:00 AM (Walking to 2 begins at 2:30)
Who: Children ages walking to 5
How: register at www.lilallstars.org
Cost: $35 for walking to 2, $48 for 3-5 (LATE REGISTRATION BEGINS NOVEMBER 8TH. WALKING-2 WILL BE $40 AND ALL OTHER AGES $53 IF DONE AFTER THIS TIME)
For more info: For more information, visit www.lilallstars.org, email [email protected], or contact Cesaria Miller at 720-232-6997.
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Saturday, November 13 - Gross Science at DMNS

Your body is a living laboratory! Explore the stinky, oozy, crusty, slimy, and liquidy products of the human body. Make fake blood, mucous, and scabs. Explore common body functions including feces, flatulence, and vomit. Bring a sack lunch and drink.  
Where: DMNS 2001 Colorado Blvd.
Denver, CO 80205
303.370.6000
When: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: 2nd and 3rd graders
How: Call 303.370.6000, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday.
Cost: $40 member/$50 non member
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Saturday, November 13 - Family Knitting at Plains Conservation Center

Enjoy an afternoon sharing a classic past time-Knitting! You will learn to knit and purl. A simple scarf will be the project to learn at the class and finish at home.
Where: The Plains Conservation Center 21901 E. Hampden Ave Aurora, CO 80013
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Ages 10 and up
How: call 303-693-3621
Cost: $10 members and $12 non-members
For more info: visit https://plainscenter.org
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Monday, November 15 - Battery and Mercury Product Recycling

The city of Aurora will collect mercury-containing devices and equipment and used alkaline batteries from 8 a.m. to noon Nov. 15 at the Aurora Municipal Center southwest parking lot, , and does not include fluorescent bulbs or compact fluorescent bulbs.
Where: 15151 E. Alameda Parkway.
When: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: The event is open to Aurora residents only
How: No registration required
Cost: FREE!
For more info: For more information on any of these events, call the city of Aurora’s recycling hotline at 303-739-7173 or e-mail [email protected].
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Tuesday, November 16 - Wine Tasting with Will Schneider

Learn wine tasting skills, selection & suggestions. Bring an appetizer and wine glass to class. 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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Tuesday, November 23 - Paws and Jaws at DMNS

Examine and touch many different animal faces and feet, from a wolf nose and turtle toes to a horse jaw and bear paw! How are they different? How are they the same? Why do they look the way they do? Compare your foot to an elephant's and your teeth to a tiger's! Create a fanciful animal mask to take home.
Where: Denver Museum of Nature and Science 2001 Colorado Blvd.
Denver, CO 80205
303.370.6000
When: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Ages 3-5 with parent
How: Call 303.370.6000, 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., Monday-Friday.
Cost: $20 Member Pair/$25 Non-member pair
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Denver Arts Week Nov. 5th-13th

Starting Friday, Denver will be celebrating it's fourth annual Denver Arts Week. This weekend will kickoff the event with a "Know Your Arts First Friday" art walks in eight neighborhoods. On Saturday night more than a dozen museums will be having extended hours and free admission. An through the week, Denver's on Stage will be offering week-long discounts, deals and extra special programming by performing arts organizations.

Don't forget to let your little one celebrate Denver Arts Week with you! The Children's Museum of Denver is ...


Macaroni Fun Stuff

Some Fun November Dates

It is amazing how many different things are celebrated throughout the year. Here are just a few of the many things that are celebrated in November

  • Nov. 1: Family Literacy Day
  • Nov. 2: Cookie Monster Day
  • Nov. 4: Common Sense Day
  • Nov. 5:Sadie Hawkins Day
  • Nov. 6: Daylight Savings Time Ends and Book Lovers Day
  • Nov. 8: Cook Something Bold Day (created by wellcat.com)
  • Nov. 10: Marine Corps Day
  • Nov. 11: Veterans Day
  • Nov. 13: Tongue Twister and Kindness Day
  • Nov. 14: Teddy Bear Day
  • Nov. 15: I ...

Macaroni Made

Toast your Art!

Kids love to be creative. They love to have fun. And thinking outside of the box makes for some very creative kiddo's! So why not paint some toast and have a great snack while having some fun?


Bread – this works best if you have white bread, the colors show up brighter.
Bowls and Brushes – you need a bowl and brush for each color. I just used my basting brushes I have, but it would be more fun with smaller painting brushes, cleaned or unused.
Food Coloring – we used all ...


Macaroni Reads

All you have to do is read

Reading aloud to a child is important to their language development and builds a foundation for their future success as a reader. It's a magic moment when a child catches on to the connection between what their parent is reading and the words on the page of a book.    Strong reading skills make everything easier in the education world.  And if your child becomes a strong reader it will in turn alleviate pressure when other subjects may present challenges. Children take to reading eagerly and naturally.   A little encouragement ...


Macaroni Thinks

Think-ets

When our kids were little, we had a "diner box" full of toys, it was something we took to restaurants, to entertain the kids.  Now that they're a bit bigger(5 and 9), we just bring a bag of Think-ets.  "Think-ets" is an innovative (and wireless!) game that's all about using creative imagination. The game includes a bunch miniature items in a pouch and turns it into a fun and entertaining game for kids and parents. "Think-ets" features an amazing assortment of highly detailed miniature trinkets. Together the ...

Storytimes!

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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