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Happy Mother's Day Mom


Meet OUR Moms.



Click above for a fast link to our dynamic events listing for the Robinson area. 
Click for a fast link to our SUMMER CAMP GUIDE 2012! 

 We hope you all had a beautiful mother's day in that your cup runneth over with love from all those who look to you as their mom.    Instead of some yadda, we figured we'd share our favorite memories of our mom's and even a picture or two.  
Debby, Kim and Chris


Chris' Mom- Debbie




I always get a little choked up ...

THIS WEEK'S CALENDAR PICKS


OUR FAVORITE CALENDAR EVENTS FOR YOU!

 
Spring Carnival at the Mall at Robinson Tuesday, May 15 through Sunday, May 20
P.A.L.S. group for citizens with special needs Friday, May 18
Touch a Truck Saturday, May 19 STOP BY AND VISIT US!!

   

    

   


Looking for WORK FROM HOME CONSULTANTS


Join our Resource Guide For Working From Home!

 One of our Mac Kid passions is encouraging moms and helping other women in business. 

As  small business owners, we know that advertising can be costly and that budgets don't necessarily allow for advertising outside of self promotion.  
Macaroni Kid is solely supported by advertising and more often than not we have independent consultants want to advertise on our site, but don't have room in their budget for it.

We have come up with something that we think will work for independent consultants and be affordable!  We know ...


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Food Allergy and Awareness Week


Facts EVERY Parent Should Know

Do you read every label, on every package of food, every week, at the grocery store? Have you ever feared for your child’s life as you took them to a friend’s birthday party or school celebration? Do you bake most things from scratch so you can control the ingredients? Chances are no, unless you have a child or family member with a life-threatening food allergy.

It is estimated that 15 million Americans have food allergies and there has been a dramatic increase in the last few years by ...

Macaroni Deals Are Coming Your Way!


Macaroni Deals Are Coming Your Way!

I have exciting news! Nine Mac Kid publications in Pittsburgh and the surrounding area (including Robinson/West Pittsburgh Mac Kid) are getting together to offer you Macaroni Deals!

This is a deals website (think Groupon or Living Social) that is tailored to YOU, our Mac Kid families, and we're going to go out and hunt down the best deals that will save you money!

We'll be starting soon, so if you're interested, please sign up so that you'll receive our first deal.

The sign up form ...

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Mom N Mel Photo Contest- WIN A KATE SPADE BAG


Did you enter? It's SO EASY!

We're gearing up for Mother's Day and celebrating MOMS THE WHOLE MONTH OF MAY!  We deserve more than one day and Macaroni Kid is giving it to you!  We have an original, brand new Kate Spade bag, Victoria Secret Gift Cards and more to give to you this month! We currently have 28 fabulous entries and we're still accepting new ones!  Join us by simply uploading a picture of you and your little lovies!  It's THAT simple.  Get your friends to click VOTE and you're ...

Girls Only- SECRET COMEDY OF WOMEN-WIN 4 TICKETS


At The CLO Cabaret 5/23-9/2! + Mac Kid Discount Code HERE!

Win 4 tickets to see Girls Only by clicking HERE.   


Winner will be sent a certificate that can be redeemed for select shows at their convenience.

 

Don't forget to take advantage of the Macaroni Kid discount! 

As a Mac Kid Subscriber, you are eligible for a $5 discount!! Just click HERE to purchase your tickets! (Discount will already be applied only by using the above link. For those tickets purchased directly off the site, use code word 'Macaroni').


Pittsburgh CLO is proud to announce the cast for the Pittsburgh ...


MOMMA NEEDS A TIME OUT GIVEAWAY- WIN A MASSAGE!


Win a Neck, shoulder and back massage from Awakenings Healing Touch Therapeutic Massage Robinson PA


















Momma's why wait for someone to read your mind and BUY YOU THAT TIME OUT you so desperately need!  I'm in the trenches with you and I have a SPECIAL OFFER from the fabulous and wonderful Awakenings Healing Touch Therapeutic Massage in Robinson PA. 


LIKE the Awakenings Healing Touch Facebook Page.  <--click there. 

Comment on their facebook page and tell us WHY YOU DESERVE A TIME OUT!  You could win a free therapeutic massage.  ( Hand, Shoulder and Back!)  Ready, set COMMENT! 


We will choose one winner from ...

WHO LOVES MOMMA?????


Tell us and you could win a night at the ultra fab Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown!


The Wyndham Grand Pittsburgh Downtown has done it again!  They are sponsoring the best thing for a momma...some time away to recharge!

They love you and so do we!

Just follow this link to enter and to see all the details...like a night for two and a breakfast at the restaurant....PERFECTION!



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Join KidCrates to Help Fight Bored Kid Syndrome


Join KidCrates to Help Fight Bored Kid Syndrome



 

An epidemic is striking families by surprise and plaguing entire households with its relentless and undiscriminating arrival. Bored Kid Syndrome, or BKS, is an ever-growing challenge common among children aged 2-18 and affects nine out of every ten kids.

 

It's a problem that's rampantly sweeping the country with its ferocity, and many parents don't know what to do after diagnosis. Luckily, KidCrates  has devised some sure-fire ways to help you battle against this growing epidemic and ensure that it ...


Take Me Out to the Ball Game!


Miracle League opens totally handicap accessible field in Cranberry Township!

Article by Brooke Dorsch of Pediatric Therapy Professionals

 Summer is the best!  The sun...the smell of grass...and, of course, baseball.  It’s America’s pastime, and the Miracle League makes it everyone’s sport. 

            The Miracle League welcomes all disabled children and adults in Southwestern Pennsylvania to participate.  Sadly, so many people with special needs have been excluded from their local Little League programs.  Why can’t they play?  Well, the regular field just doesn’t work.  So, the Miracle League built one.

            The Pirates Charities Miracle League ...


Frames of Infinity- EXCLUSIVE MOTHER'S DAY OFFER


This offer is STILL VALID!



Looking to get that special someone the PERFECT Mother's Day Gift? 

 


Not sure WHAT she would love? 


 




Why don't you do something that many forget to do? 




Capture time.

 

 

We offer to you one of the best photographers in this city. 

Ginger Hites of Frames of Infinity. 

Frames of Infinity has an exclusive offer for Macaroni Kid readers ONLY. 




All new family sessions that schedule by the end of this month, and confirm by this weekend get their session fee half off.  

Just contact Ginger Hites at ginger ...


Are you looking for a realtor? You found one!


"Quality in a service is not what you put into it, it's what the customer gets out of it."

Quality in a service is not what you put into it, it's what the customer gets out of it."

This is the motto that Kelly Timco has right on her website! We were amazed! Right there in black and white so everyone can see. I don't know about you but my dealings with realtors in the past have been mostly about how much I can make for them not how much they are invested in me. This is quite a shift from my experience!

Kelly is a licensed ...


Broadway Dance Studio's Fall Class Offerings


Register Today!

Wondering what our favorite dance studio, Broadway Dance Studio and Peforming Arts of Robinson PA will offer this fall?  We have the answer!  Broadway Dance Studio is pleased to present it's fall lineup! 

You can register today by calling :  

412 920 1841 


Broadway Dance Studio’s Children’s Program
All Children’s Classes are taught by our Professional Faculty.  We are proud to say we have a very structured program, that is fun and joyful at the same time.  Dance CAN be fun and serious at the same time ...

KinderAcademy


Registration and New Location!

KinderAcademy is so pleased to be celebrating it's second year of business with Macaroni Kid and invites you to register your child for it's highly respected childcare facility in Kennedy Township. Registrations are now begin accepted and those interested can call : (412) 771-1414

KinderAcademy is also excited to announce it's second West Pittsburgh location- COMING SOON! This location will be conveniently located near to the I-79 and directly off of Steubenville Pike. The planning stages are being finalized and soon KinderAcademy will celebrate it's second business ...


Shag Hair Salon


Now Open Fridays!

Shag Hair Salon is pleased to announce that it is NOW OPEN ON FRIDAYS from 11am to 7pm.
Schedule your next appointment with Alyssa, Shaina, or Natalie
and take advantage of the "Friday Mystery Coupon." Shag is looking forward to meeting you and helping you to "rock your look." 412 787 SHAG or www.shaghairsalon.biz

Summer Preschool Camp at North Fayette


SUMMER PRESCHOOL CAMP
@ North Fayette
 
Join us for lots of preschool summer camp FUN! Our early learning summer camps are for children ages 4 & 5.
Must be 4 & 5 years of age before 5/31/2012
 
Location:
Located at the North Fayette Township Park- Lions Pavilion
Program Times 10am – 1pm
**UPDATED REVISED DATES**

Program # 1 – 3-2-1 Blast Off
  Session #1   June 4 & 6
Blast into space for an amazing astronaut
Adventure.
 
Program # 2 – Pint Size Science
Session #1   June 18 & 20
Session #2   June 19 & 21
Put your lab coats ...

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Macaroni Recipes


Chicken Pesto Pasta Salad

Summer and pasta salad go hand in hand in this house. I LOVE having the ease of having a chilled pasta salad waiting for us in the fridge when we get home from the pool or zoo or whatever we have done that day. Add the benefit that there is no cleaning dishes and I can’t think of a better quick meal! We eat so much pasta salad, however, that I have had to come up with variations so that we don’t get bored with our typical “family ...


Plantable Paper!


Supplies for Plantable Paper
Napkins - in various colors
Plastic container with screw top lid
Flower seeds
Strainer/Collander
Wax paper
Cookie cutter - large enough to place your fingers in
Towels - 2 to 3
Cooling rack (optional)

Supplies for Greeting Card
Construction paper
Double-sided tape (or other adhesive)
Markers, crayons, colored pencils, etc


Directions:

  1. Tear napkins into pieces about half the size of a postage stamp. Place the napkin pieces into the plastic container until the container is about half full. Fill the container with water. Screw lid onto container. Shake ...

We care about YOU!


Tell us about fundraisers that benefit people in our community!



Do you know of a local family who has organized a fundraising benefit or blood drive or wash the dog drive?

Do you know of a non-profit organization that helps the community that we should know about?

THEN TELL US!  We have over 7,000 readers and we want to educate and inform everyone about community efforts to help those in need!  Email kimink@macaronikid.com with information. 

We are all in this crazy game of life together and we want to be there for YOU!


Kisses for Kendra Benefit Picnic


$10 a ticket
On May 26, 2012
starting at 4:00 $50 prize every 15 minutes
7:00PM $250 prize
Numbers on card are good all day - winner does not need to be present

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Pittsburgh International Children’s Festival


May 16- 20 2012 PACKED WITH FUN

The Pittsburgh Cultural Trust  presents the 26th annual Pittsburgh International Children’s Festival, Wednesday, May 16, through Sunday, May 20, 2012, at the University of Pittsburgh Theaters and Schenley Plaza.  Programming will showcase  international and local theater premieres, including a brand new interactive luminarium installation on the festival grounds.   Giant Eagle is the lead sponsor of the 2012 Pittsburgh International Children’s  Festival.

For information and tickets, visit the Box Office at Theater Square, pghkids.org or call 412-456-6666.  Ticket packages are available.  Groups of 10 or more, call 412-471-6930 ...

Pittsburgh PA Motor Speedway


For affordable family in the Spring and Summer check out all the races at the Pittsburgh PA's Motor Speedway. It is located in Imperial right off 22 30 (very close to Beaver County!) They race every Saturday night from April though September.
 


Save the Date! Touch-a-Truck Is Back!


May 19th 10 AM- 2PM

          

Big Trucks and Kids Become Friends at the 5th Annual Touch-a-Truck Event

 

WHAT: The Junior League of Pittsburgh will host its fifth annual Touch-a-Truck event, a one of a kind, educational, and fun family festival.

The event gives children of all ages the opportunity to explore heavy machinery and meet the people who build, protect, and serve the Pittsburgh region. Let your kids get behind the wheel, honk the horns and meet the men and women who drive the trucks.

WHO: Everyone is welcome to attend. Please contact the ...


McDonald McPet Parade


May 19....come join us for a PAWSitively Fun and FREE time!





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The JBF Sale is Coming Soon!


The Just Between Friends Spring/Summer Children's & Maternity Consignment event kicks off on May 18th, with an exclusive pre-sale for volunteers, consignors, first-time parents, foster parents, military families and teachers on Thursday, May 17th!

What: JBF Pittsburgh Children's & Maternity Spring/Summer Sale
When: Fri., May 18: 9am-7pm; Sat., May 19: 8am-4pm (NEW Merchandise!) & Sun., May 20: 8am-2pm (Many items 50%).
Where: RMU Island Sports Center in the Golf Dome, 7600 Grand Ave., Pittsburgh 15225
Admission: $3 on Friday from 9 a.m. to noon (under 18 is free ...

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We want to know!

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Resource Guide


Kids Eat Free, Places to hit in the cold AND MORE! OH MY!

Click on any of the icons below to find a specific local resource guide full of information!

* this serves only as a guide to Pittsburgh opportunities for families and not a personal recommendation from Macaroni Kid

 Enjoy!

Team MK



 

 


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CHECK OUT THESE SUMMER CAMPS!


 Listed below are some of the GREAT CAMPS that we have available in our Summer Camp Guide 2012. 

To visit our guide please click here.  

Each camp has an article for you to browse that hosts additional information about each camp.  




 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 



 

 

 

 

 

  


 

 




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