|
|
May 21, 2013
News & Events
- Note from the Publisher
- Mompreneur of the Week & Giveaway
- Stuart Little ~ Roanoke Children's Theatre
- Get Organized with Wow Organzing
- River Rock Climbing
- May is "Better Sleep Month"
- Melody Makers Summer Programs
- This Week's Picks
- Plan Ahead
- As Seen on TV~Daytime Blue Ridge
- Grab the Blue at the Salem Fair
- VT Research SLEEP STUDY
- Why Advertise with Macaroni Kid Roanoke?
Note from the Publisher
We just discovered that my oldest, who turns 8 next week, needs a trip to the eye doctor. He's always had perfect vision but it turns out he's recently been having trouble seeing things at a distance. {sigh} My husband and I knew this day would come (and will likely be coming soon for our youngest, too) because he and I both wear contacts. But, as a parent, you still have that small glimmer of hope that your kids won't end up with your same trouble spots. {And, yes, we've already had visits to the orthodontist, too!} He, of course, thinks getting glasses is the coolest thing ever and wants them today! At least he's excited about it, for now anyway!
In other exciting news, Amber, It Works Consultant extraordinaire, and I are inviting you to an It Works Mommy Wrap Day where you can come get skinny in 45 minutes and bring your kids along! Let's face it, it's tough getting out without them sometimes, so this time, you don't have to! I really think It Works products are great (and they work!), and I know once you'll try them, you'll think so too! Grab your mommy playdate friends and let's have a fun morning out! Plus, we'll have some fun things to occupy the kiddos while you get your wrap on!
And, one last announcement: We are putting together a list of all the Vacation Bible Schools in the Roanoke area and need your help! It's completely free to get your VBS listed with us, simply fill out this FORM as soon as possible!
Here's the rest of this week's scoop with TWO NEW GIVEAWAYS!
- Meet our Mompreneur of the Week ~ Simonne Weeks with KidsDineFree.net. She is making eating out as a family way more affordable! And, we are giving away TWO KDF Cards to one lucky subscriber!!!!
- Our 2nd giveaway this week is for a Family 4-Pack to see Stuart Little performed by Roanoke Children's Theatre! This is another do-not-miss show put on by some amazing local talent!
- Read all about my experience with Wow Organizing and how having a professional organizer come to your house isn't nearly as scary as you might think!
- Learn about Roanoke's newest destination for family fun ~ The River Rock! And they offering 25% off camps and bday parties just for Mac Kid readers!
- Tune in this Wednesday to Daytime Blue Ridge when I'll be in the kitchen cooking up some delicious "skinny Memorial Day cheesecakes" YUM!
Don't forget to visit our CALENDAR daily for the complete list of events! Many events are listed directly in the newsletter but be sure to go directly to the calendar for all the day's events!
New to Macaroni Kid Roanoke? Click HERE to learn all about our site!
Show our sponsors some love! See those ads on the side of the page? They are our amazing sponsors and are all Macaroni Kid Approved businesses. Their ads are safe to click on so be sure to visit their sites and show them some Macaroni Kid love!
Mompreneur of the Week & Giveaway
Meet the owner of KidsDineFree.net
KidsDineFree.net is the fun affordable way for families to enjoy the dining experience without breaking the bank. And if you’re a family that eats out, having the KDF Card ...
Stuart Little ~ Roanoke Children's Theatre
and we are giving away tickets!
- Preview: June 6th, 2013 at 7:00 pm
- Performances: June 6th-16th, 2013
- Thursdays-Saturdays at 7:00pm
- Saturdays –Sundays at 2:00 ...
Get Organized with Wow Organzing
It's not as scary as you think!
River Rock Climbing
and exclusive 25% off discount for Macaroni Kid families!
The ...
May is "Better Sleep Month"
Learn how The Sleepytime Teacher Can Help Your Child Sleep Better
Melody Makers Summer Programs
Enrolling Now!
More than 80 enrichment workshops in 35 topic areas including art, math, science, etiquette, crafts and more.
Ages 6-9 1:00-1:45,
Ages 3-6 2:00-2:45,
Ages 1-4 3:00-3:45.
Complete listing of workshops and descriptions at www.melodymakersmusic.com/roanoke.pdf
Cost: $15 per workshop, 10 workshops for $125
Go to www.melodymakersmusic.com/roanoke.pdf, print out registration form and mail to Melody Makers, 3540 Brambleton Avenue, Roanoke, VA 24018
Email msmith@melodymakersmusic.com or call 989-9177 ...
Monday, May 20 - Creative Movement~Shining Star Family Center
Where: Shining Star Family Center, 2914 Williamson RdWhen: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: ages 3 and upHow: n/aCost: only $5/childFor more info: visit them on Facebook
Tuesday, May 21 - Shop and Stop Storytime~Valley View Mall
Where: Valley View Mall e-branch between JCP and Macy'sWhen: 11:00 AMWho: ages 5 and underHow: n/aCost: freeFor more info: call 540-853-2955
Tuesday, May 21 - Spiritual Skate Night
Where: Star City Skate Center 140 Hershberger Road Roanaoke, VA 24012When: 6:30 PM - 8:30 PMWho: Families, groups, and individuals of all faiths.How: n/aCost: $2/admission and $2/skate rentalFor more info: email terri@starcityskatecenter.net or visit starcityskatecenter.net
Tuesday, May 21 through Thursday, May 23 - Salem Red Sox Home Games
Where: Salem Red Sox stadium, 1004 Texas St, SalemWhen: 7:05 PM (check website for up-to-date game times)Who: all agesHow: tickets available online or the gateCost: general admission starts at $8For more info: visit www.salemsox.com
Wednesday, May 22 - Drop-In Storytime: Barnes and Noble
Where: Barnes and Noble TanglewoodWhen: 11:00 AMWho: all ages (even babies!)How: n/aCost: freeFor more info: call 540-776-2960
Thursday, May 23 - MOMS Club Roanoke East Open House
Where: Thrasher Park, 930 Old Vinton Mill RdWhen: 10:30 AM - 1:00 PMWho: If you are a stay at home mom, work part time, or work from home and you would like to be able to meet up with other moms and their children, we would love to have you in our club. The point of MOMS Club is friendship and support for stay at home moms.How: n/aCost: Free to attend a few events to try us out. If you would like to become a member we have a $20 dues/year.For more info: membership@roanokemomsclub.org
Thursday, May 23 - Party in the Park
Where: Jefferson Street, next to Elmwood Park and the library, Downtown RoanokeWhen: 5:30 PMWho: all agesHow: n/aCost: single admission is $5 and children under 12 are freeFor more info: Click here to purchase a ticket and for more info!
Thursday, May 23 - Help Whip Cancer with The Pampered Chef
Where: 652 Parkview Dr. Blue Ridge, VA 24064 Only a few minutes from the Bonsack Walmart.When: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PMWho: everyone is invited!How: email kristyne.bryant@gmail.com to RSVPCost: free to attendFor more info: email kristyne.bryant@gmail.com or visit Kristyne's website
Friday, May 24 through Monday, May 27 - Festival 2013
Where: River's Edge Sports Complex, 302 Wiley DriveWhen: 11:00 AMWho: all agesHow: tickets available online or at Bank of America locationsCost: Free admission from 11am-5pm but concerts do cost $13/advance per night or $15/at gate per night.For more info: visit www.downtownroanoke.org
Friday, May 24 - Splash Valley OPENS!
Where: Splash Valley, Green Ridge Rec CenterWhen: 11:00 AM - 7:00 PMWho: everyone!How: n/aCost: varies for county and non-county residentsFor more info: visit Splash Valley online
Saturday, May 25 - Michael's Kids Club:Craft Your Hero Doll
Where: Michael's 1357 Town Square BlvdWhen: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (session start every 30 minutes)Who: ages 3 and upHow: n/aCost: $2/childFor more info: call 540-265-8604
Saturday, May 25 - Spectacular Saturdays~Taubman Museum of Art
Where: Taubman Museum of ArtWhen: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: all agesHow: n/aCost: FREE admissionFor more info: visit www.taubmanmuseum.org
Saturday, May 25 - Bluegrass and BBQ Festival
Where: Chantilly Farms, Floyd VAWhen: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PMWho: all agesHow: tickets available ONLINECost: $18 and kids 12 and under are freeFor more info: http://www.chantillyfarm.com/bluegrass-festival
Saturday, May 25 - Oh, the Places You'll Go ~ Barnes & Noble Storytime
Where: B&N Valley View Mall and Tanglewood Mall locationsWhen: 11:00 AMWho: all agesHow: n/aCost: free to attendFor more info: call 540-563-5683 (Valley View) or 540-776-2960 (Tanglewood)
Saturday, May 25 - City Market Saturdays
Where: Historic Roanoke City MarketWhen: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: all agesHow: n/aCost: freeFor more info: City Market Saturdays
Saturday, May 25 through Sunday, May 26 - Crystal Spring Pump Station
Where: corner of Jefferson and McLanahanWhen: 12:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Sunday 1-4pm)Who: all agesHow: n/aCost: freeFor more info: call 342-5770
Saturday, May 25 - Bluegrass at Salem Farmer's Market
Where: Salem Farmers Market, 10 Main St, SalemWhen: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PMWho: all agesHow: n/aCost: freeFor more info: email bluegrass-in-roanoke@comcast.net
Sunday, May 26 - Movies at Longwood
Where: Longwood Park, SalemWhen: 6:00 PM (Begins at Dusk)Who: all agesHow: n/aCost: freeFor more info: call 375-3057
Monday, May 27 - Memorial Day All Day Skate
Where: Star City Skate Center 140 Hershberger Road Roanoke, VA 24012When: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: all agesHow: n/aCost: $4 Admission, $2 Skate RentalFor more info: http://www.starcityskatecenter.net/
Monday, May 27 - Memorial Day Ceremony
Where: Lee Plaza, Downtown RoanokeWhen: 10:00 AMWho: all ages invited to attendHow: n/aCost: freeFor more info: call 540-798-4111
Thursday, June 6 through Sunday, June 9 - Stuart Little ~ Roanoke Children's Theatre
Where: Roanoke Children's Theatre, inside the Taubman Museum of Art, Downtown RoanokeWhen: Show Runs Through June 16thWho: all agesHow: tickets available ONLINECost: $12 and $18For more info: visit www.roanokechildrenstheatre.org
Thursday, June 6 - Mommy Wrap Day with It Works
Where: Amber's House, 46 Claybrook Ct, Blue Ridge VA 24064When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: everyoneHow: Please RSVP by clicking HERECost: free to attend and wraps and facials 20% offFor more info: email jamiec@macaronikid.com or amber_foutz@hotmail.com or visit Amber's website
Friday, June 7 through Sunday, June 9 - Live, Work and Play Expo
Where: Tanglewood MallWhen: n/aWho: open to everyone!How: Friday & Saturday 10am-9pm
Sunday 1pm-6pmCost: free to attend and free events throughout each dayFor more info: email haftaevents@aol.com
Friday, June 28 through Saturday, June 29 - Children's Miracle Network Hospitals' Lemonade Weekend
Where: any location of your choosing!When: n/aWho: everyone in the community is invited to participate!How: To register to host a stand, please visit www.freshsqueezedmiracles.org or call 540-224-4747Cost: free to host a standFor more info: visit www.freshsqueezedmiracles.org
As Seen on TV~Daytime Blue Ridge
Skinny Memorial Day Cheesecake

Ingredients:
Directions:
- Line cupcake pan and place one vanilla wafer in the bottom of each
- Using a mixer, beat the ...
Grab the Blue at the Salem Fair
and Macaroni Art Special Contest
Categories include, but are not limited to:
- legos
- model planes
- cake decorating & baking
- clay modeling
- wood working
- duct tape crafts
- felted wool
- and so many more!
And, back again this year will be the Macaroni Art ...
VT Research SLEEP STUDY
Parents of 2 year olds invited to participate in sleep study
Are you a parent of a 2 year old?
Are you interested in learning about sleep and health, for you and your toddler?
Families with 30-month-olds are needed for a Virginia Tech research study on sleep and self-regulation in families with toddlers.
Location: Roanoke Higher Education Center
Activities: Two home visits and one office visit, repeated at a six-month follow-up
Families will receive up to $100 for full participation in the initial study, and another $100 for full participation in the follow-up
Interested ...
Why Advertise with Macaroni Kid Roanoke?
© 2013 Macaroni Kid, LLC






