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May 16, 2012
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Welcome to This Week's Macaroni!

A little rant about what being 'Mom Enough' means.

I'm sure all of you have seen, or heard about, the "Are You Mom Enough?" magazine cover last week. I don't know about you, but I'm a little tired of each month bringing a new media sensation revolving around which moms are "right".  It doesn't matter if you work away from home, work in the home, don't work, or work in a treehouse. It doesn't matter if you breastfeed or use formula, wear your baby or put them in a stroller. The only thing that matters is that you and your children are happy and satisfied. Are your children satisfied? Are they happy? Do they know they're loved? Then you are mom enough. No mom is perfect. We all try to do the best we can for our children, and that's the most we can do. Don't get drawn into the media-constructed mom wars. Support other moms, even if they make different decisions than you. In the end, all that matters is that your kids are happy and satisfied. And that is the end of my rant for the week. My youngest child is definitively NOT happy, judging by the screams from the baby swing, so I guess it's time to move her into the Moby Wrap. See? Do what works, even if it's a little bit of everything.


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The Story of Miss Grace

One little girl's fight with melanoma

The following article was written and contributed by a subscriber to Macaroni Kid St Tammany in Louisiana. It reinforces how important slathering on that sunscreen is, for both adults and kids.

May is melanoma/skin cancer awareness month. For us, we are aware of it on a daily basis.

I took Grace (our youngest of 3 kids) to see her doctor about a bump on her arm. Everyone kept telling us it was nothing more than a wart. I'm no doctor but it was really bothering me and I ...


2012 Northwest Arkansas Summer Camps!

Boredom Prevention!

 

Don't let summer sneak up on you! Get your kids enrolled in a fantastic summer camp now, and you won't be listening to a chorus of the "I'm bored" song when July gets here. Click the logo above to see the full Camp Directory.


Have a business that's planning summer camps or classes? Don't miss the chance to get them listed here! Email me at jessicah@macaronikid.com, or CLICK HERE to fill out the listing reservation form. 


This Week's Picks:

May 18th through May 20th

Friday, May 18 - Summer Celebration @ Rogers Activity Center

A variety of activities for all ages, from pony rides to inflatables!  Activities spread across the grounds of the Activity Center.  Bring your kids out to celebrate the end of school!
Where: Rogers Activity Center, 315 W Olive, Rogers
When: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Open to the public
Cost: FREE
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Friday, May 18 - Twilight Walk @ Downtown Rogers

Merchants in Downtown Rogers extend the invitation for you to experience local artists, photographers and musicians as you stroll through the heart of Downtown Rogers during the monthly Twilight Walks. A different theme each month is illustrated throughout each Twilight Walk. Food vendors, childrens' activities and merchant special sales help make the Walks complete. 
Where: Downtown Rogers
When: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Open to the public
Cost: Free
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Sunday, May 20 - Block Street Block Party! @ Block Street, Fayetteville

The hippest Party in the middle of the Hippest street in Fayetteville. Come celebrate the independent Spirit of downtown Fayetteville, with local bands, local artists, local restaurants, and of course, all your favorite Block Street Shops.
Where: Block Street, Fayetteville
When: 11:00 AM
Who: All ages
How: Open to the public
Cost: Free
For more info: Check out the website here
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This Week's Calendar:

May 18th through May 23rd

Friday, May 18 - Think Like a Mountain @ Devil's Den

Don't miss this weekend of family fun and adventure celebrating the Ozarks and 20th century conservationist Aldo Leopold. Through the passage of time, the mountains surrounding us have witnessed a history of change for both the land and the wild things upon it. Join us as we explore and discover the secrets the mountains hold! Enjoy fly fishing, "Leave No Trace" and Dutch oven outdoor cooking demos, kids' crafts, movies, Sand County Almanac readings around a nighttime campfire, homemade ice cream, learn new camping skills, sharpen your nature senses, enjoy a scavenger hunt, and much more! 
Where: Devil's Den State Park
When: 8:00 AM (Events scheduled throughout the day)
Who: All Ages
How: Open to the public
Cost: Free
For more info: Stop by the visitor center for info on specific events
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Saturday, May 19 - Think Like a Mountain @ Devil's Den

Don't miss this weekend of family fun and adventure celebrating the Ozarks and 20th century conservationist Aldo Leopold. Through the passage of time, the mountains surrounding us have witnessed a history of change for both the land and the wild things upon it. Join us as we explore and discover the secrets the mountains hold! Enjoy fly fishing, "Leave No Trace" and Dutch oven outdoor cooking demos, kids' crafts, movies, Sand County Almanac readings around a nighttime campfire, homemade ice cream, learn new camping skills, sharpen your nature senses, enjoy a scavenger hunt, and much more! 
Where: Devil's Den State Park
When: 8:00 AM (Events scheduled throughout the day)
Who: All Ages
How: Open to the public
Cost: Free
For more info: Stop by the visitor center for info on specific events
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Saturday, May 19 - Blues Musician Tas Cru @ FPL

Tas Cru plays in the Children's Library -- part of our Summer Reading Club series!
Where: Children's Library, FPL
When: 10:30 AM
Who: All Ages
How: Open to the public
Cost: Free
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Saturday, May 19 - The Duckling Gets a Cookie @ Barnes & Noble, Fayetteville

 The Duckling asks for a cookie -- and gets one! Do you think the Pigeon is happy about that? He is the askingest Pigeon around and he doesn't get cookies! Especially cookies with nuts..his favorite! He's not going to stand for this -- no sir!
Where: Fayetteville Barnes & Noble, beside ToysRUs.
When: 11:00 AM
Who: All Ages
How: Open to the public
Cost: Free
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Saturday, May 19 - Lucretia Little Author Visit @ Barnes & Noble, Fayetteville

Lucretia Little, author of I Rode a Bumblebee and Slip will be in the store signing copies of her charming children's books. Her imaginative text and sweet illustrations will make these books favorites to be read over and over again.
Where: Fayetteville Barnes & Noble, beside ToysRUs.
When: 2:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Open to the public
Cost: Free
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Saturday, May 19 - "Uuncrowned Kings" Music on the Lawn @ Pinnacle Promenade

"Music on the Lawn" at Pinnacle Promenade is a free concert series, with performances every Saturday through August 25.  Performances are at the mall's center court, near Game Stop, weather permitting.
Where: Pinnacle Promenade, Rogers
When: 6:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Open to the public
Cost: Free
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Sunday, May 20 - Think Like a Mountain @ Devil's Den

Don't miss this weekend of family fun and adventure celebrating the Ozarks and 20th century conservationist Aldo Leopold. Through the passage of time, the mountains surrounding us have witnessed a history of change for both the land and the wild things upon it. Join us as we explore and discover the secrets the mountains hold! Enjoy fly fishing, "Leave No Trace" and Dutch oven outdoor cooking demos, kids' crafts, movies, Sand County Almanac readings around a nighttime campfire, homemade ice cream, learn new camping skills, sharpen your nature senses, enjoy a scavenger hunt, and much more! 
Where: Devil's Den State Park
When: 8:00 AM (Events scheduled throughout the day)
Who: All Ages
How: Open to the public
Cost: Free
For more info: Stop by the visitor center for info on specific events
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Wednesday, May 23 - Little Sprouts "Happy Hoppers" @ Botanical Gardens

Little Sprouts is a weekly event at the Botanical Gardens. with a fun learning activity for kids each week from May though October.  Themes are designed to coincide with the seasons and plants at the gardens.
Where: Botanical Garden of the Ozarks, Crossover Rd, Fayetteville
When: 10:00 AM
Who: All ages
How: Open to the public
Cost: Admission is $7 for 13 and up, Ages 5-13 $5.00, and under 5 is Free.  (Members of BGO are also free.)
For more info: For more details, see the Botanical Garden website
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Wildlife Weekend

Join the movement! Macaroni Kid is helping Dawn educate more than 2 million kids this spring about the issues affecting wildlife, from oil spills to backyard ecosystems. Check out the FREE, downloadable lesson plans and experiments for teachers and parents. The fun doesn't end in the classroom – you'll also find FREE "Wildlife Weekend" family activities that you can do in your own backyard.

To continue Dawn's 30+ year commitment to preserving wildlife, Dawn worked with their partners at The Marine Mammal Center and International Bird Rescue to ...

Plantable Paper

And instructions for putting it on a greeting card!

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 ...

Easy Egg Souffle

Add it to your breakfast rotation!

This is a family favorite delicious breakfast/brunch dish that is easy to make.  My 3 year old son loves to help make this!


What You Need
6 eggs
1 cup flour
1/4 cup Orange Juice
1/2 cup sugar
1/4 lb butter
1 cup milk


What You Do
Mix all ingredients together.  Melt butter in pan and then pour mixture into pan.  Bake at 350 degrees for 20 minutes.
Garnish with raspberries, blueberries, strawberries or any combination of the three.  I put powdered sugar on top, but ...


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