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North Scottsdale & Paradise Valley!

If you live and play in North Scottsdale & Paradise Valley, then this is the newsletter for you! I, too, live (and play) in this community and strive to bring you the best family-friendly happenings every week.

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Strait Talk From Your Publisher

What MY MOM has taught me about being a great mom!

Doing the best at this moment puts you in the best place for the next moment. ~ Oprah Winfrey

This quote hangs on my wall as I enter my house each day. It is a constant reminder of exactly what my mother has taught me about being a great mom – even if Oprah gets the official credit for the quote, I heard it from my mother first.

As a first time mom about to bring TWO babies into the world, I will admit that I was not fully prepared for what ...


Mother's Day Give-A-Way Blitz

May 7 -12

Are you a hard-working mom, know one or have one? Of course you do! Macaroni Kid North Scottsdale knows what it means to be a mom and in honor of Mother's Day this year, we would like to treat all you deserving moms with a week of give-a-ways!

All you have to do is visit our Mother's Day Guide page and comment on what prizes you want to win the most. We will pick a winner for each category on Friday. *Must be a subscriber to win!

(Excludes ...

Mother's Day Poem Submissions

Finalists in the running to have a chance at winning oone of two GRAND PRIZES!

Thank you all for submitting your poems in hopes to win one of TWO of our Grand Prizes! Each poem will be entered to win either an awesome Hot Air Balloon Ride courtesy of Hot Air Expeditions OR a weekend get-a-way at Sedona Pines, courtesy of Scottsdale Street Fair.

Here are all the poem submissions. Winners will be announced on Friday at 1 p.m.

Ashley Thomason
Double the joy double the babies sometimes having twins will drive you a little crazy!
Multiple sleepless nights, multiple little  almost 2 year ...

This Week's Picks:

May 9th through May 14th

Wednesday, May 9 - Girl's Night Out at Studio Movie Grill

Leave the kids at home, grab your favorite girl friends and join Macaroni Kid at Studio Movie Grill Scottsdale for Girl's Night Out! This month the movie is SEX IN THE CITY. Drink and food specials start at 5 p.m., movie starts at 7:30 p.m. It's a great way to get out of the house, relax and enjoy girl time without any interruptions of the kiddos! (AND IT'S ONLY $1 ADMISSION)
Where: Studio Movie Grill Scottsdale
(Sonoran Village Shopping Center)
When: 6:00 PM
Who: Moms, friends, everyone!
How: Just Show Up!
Cost: $1
For more info: www.studiomoviegrill.com
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Thursday, May 10 - Baby Music Together

All babies are musical! Come sing, shake eggs, and dance with your baby in the interactive Mommy/Baby music and movement class. Grow your repertoire of musical activities/songs to nurture your infant, while meeting other mommies with infants.
Where: Kids.Play.Music.
3241 E. Shea Blvd.
When: 11:30 AM
Who: Families with Infants up to 8 months
How: RSVP: 602-363-8202
Cost: Schedule a free visit!
For more info: www.MusicTogetherInPhx.com
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Thursday, May 10 - Girls Attack Back Self Defense Class

Be your OWN first line of self-defense! Join us for this empowering session.

Learn to:
•carry yourself confidently
•use everyday items as weapons
•defend against multiple attacks and holds
•use your powerful voice
•gain control ASAP
 
Where: Peaceful Warrior Martial Arts
6451 E. Shea Blvd.
When: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM
Who: Moms, daughters, aunts, sisters, grandmas...ages 10 to adult!
How: Call 480-200-1187 to register.
Cost: Just $30, second person 1/2 price.
For more info: www.peacefulwarriorphx.com
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Saturday, May 12 - North Scottsdale Farmer's Market

LIVE MUSIC, Fresh produce, great food, creative retail & wonderful weather! The perfect Saturday morning.
Where: 9375 E Shea Blvd, Scottsdale, AZ, 85260
When: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Public is welcome.
How: Just Show Up.
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.northscottsdalefarmersmarket.com
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Saturday, May 12 through Sunday, May 13 - Kids Movies for only $2.50

Bring the kids to see a G-Rated movie every Satuday and Sunday for only $2.50. Check website for movie playing and other details.
Where: Ultra Star Cinemas, Scottsdale Pavilions, 9090 E Indian Bend Road
When: 10:30 AM - 12:30 PM
Who:
Kids 6 and under and an adults
How: Buy tickets at the box office.
Cost: $2.50 per person
For more info: http://www.ultrastarmovies.com/kidtoons.asp
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Saturday, May 12 - Books and Babies Celebration

Join us for a special baby shower for our newest library customers up to 1 year old and their adult caregivers. We will present a special storytime, learn about community resources from special guests, have door prizes, and enjoy yummy treats! Registration is required.
Where: Scottsdale Library - Appoloosa Branch
When: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Parents and children ages 0 - 12 months.
How: Register by calling 480.312.READ.
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.scottsdalelibrary.org
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Saturday, May 12 - Coyotes Ice Den Family Skate Night

Head out to the Coyotes Ice Den in Scottsdale for Family Skate Night! Admission includes skate rental and a chance to win fun door prizes
Where: Coyotes Ice Den, 9375 E. Bell Rd, Scottsdale
When: 6:15 PM
Who: Families.
How: Just Show Up.
Cost: $8 per person.
For more info: http://www.coyotesice.com/public-skating/index.php
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Monday, May 14 - Big Kids Music Class

This 60 min class blends elements of Music Together curriculum with new musical activities, skills and challenges perfect for 5 to 7 year-olds. Parent participation is welcome, yet optional. Rhythm, tonal solfege, instrumental solos, conducting, game songs, jam sessions, harmony singing, drumming, xylophones andmore!
Where: Kids.Play.Music.
3241 E Shea Blvd, Phoenix.
When: 5:00 PM
Who: Kids age 5 to 7 years old, with or without the grownups who love them.
How: Please RSVP online at www.MusicTogetherinPhx.com or call our office at 602-363-8202.
Cost: Sample classes are always free.
For more info: www.musictogetherinphx.com.
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This Week's Calendar:

May 8th through May 21st

Tuesday, May 8 through Monday, May 21 - Family Music Time

Join Music Together for Family Music Time; a research based, developmentally appropriate music and movement classes for infants, toddlers and preschoolers and the grownups who love them! Instrumental play, singing, chanting, dancing and jam sessions always included. Come check out a free sample class and see learn how to help your child grown musically!
Where: Kids.Play.Music.
3241 E Shea Blvd. Phoenix.
When: 10:30 AM
Who: Infants, toddlers and preschoolers and their caregivers!
How: Please RSVP to our online Demo Scheduler at www.MusicTogetherInPhx.com or call 602-363-8202.
Cost: Sample classes are always free!
For more info: www.MusicTogetherInPhx.com or info@musictogetherinphx.com.
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Wednesday, May 9 - Time for Twos and Threes

Matches children's natural inclination toward rhythm and rhymes with early literacy skills. All storytimes are designed for parents/caregivers to enjoy together. Please see a staff person prior to the start of the storytime to receive a number which will be your child’s registration. For the Library to present enjoyable and successful programs, we limit the number of attendees for each storytime.
Where: Scottsdale Library - Arabian Branch
When: 10:00 AM - 10:30 PM
Who: Ages 2 - 3
How: Just Show Up.
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.scottsdalelibrary.org
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Wednesday, May 9 - Tail Waggin Tutors

Practice your reading skills by sharing a story with a dog. Tail Waggin’ Tutors from Therapy Dogs International love to listen to kids read! Check in at the Information Desk the day of the program to schedule your reading time with one of the dogs.
Where: Appaloosa Library
When: 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Ages 6 to 10
How: Register Here
Cost: FREE
For more info: 480-312-READ
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Friday, May 11 - Mother's Day Tea Party

Moms and kids can enjoy tea and cookies and arts and crafts activities and will get a chance to play together with games, toys, books and puzzles.
Where: KidsPark Scottsdale
4848 E. Cactus Rd. #220
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: moms and kids ages 2 - 6
How: Register by calling 602-788-2445
Cost: $8 per hour, $4 per hour for sibling.
For more info: www.kidspark.com
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Friday, May 11 through Friday, January 18 - Fun Fridays! At the Scottsdale Microsoft Store

Every Friday morning the Microsoft Store hosts "Fun Fridays!" a 45 minute play date designed for ages 2 -7. This complimentary play date features, songs, games, story time, craft time and a snack. Parent/Care giver must be present.
Where: Scottsdale Fashion Square Mall (above the food court)
7014 E. Camelback Road in Scottsdale.
When: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM
Who: Preschool to age 7 and caregivers
How: Just Show Up.
Cost: FREE
For more info: nancypi@microsoft.com
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Saturday, May 12 - North Scottsdale Farmer's Market

Bring the family out for fresh produce, great food, creative retail & wonderful weather! This community farmer's market is beyond organic, it is local and CLEAN too (meaning no pesticides, grown with organic practices, humanley raised, wild caught and made with love)
Where: 9375 E. Shea Blvd. Scottsdale
When: 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Public Welcome!
How: Just Show Up.
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.northscottsdalefarmersmarket.com
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Saturday, May 12 - Lowe's Build & Grow Workshops

Spring has sprung! Learn how to build a picture frame planter just in time for Mother's Day! Your child will love building the Picture Frame Planter and personalizing it with photos. Plant something together!
Where: All participating LOWE's locations. Visit www.lowes.com for locations.
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Kids ages 3 and older.
How: Register at www.lowes.com
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, May 12 through Sunday, May 13 - G-Rates Movie for only $2.50

Bring the kids to see a G-Rated movie every Satuday and Sunday for only $2.50. Check website for movie playing and other details.
Where: Ultra Star Cinema, Scottsdale Pavilions, 9090 E Indian Bend Road
When: 10:30 AM - 12:30 AM
Who: Kids 6 and unde
How: Buy Tickets
Cost: $2.50 per person
For more info: Click here
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Sunday, May 13 through Sunday, June 3 - Dads and Tots Storytime

This storytime is especially designed for dads and their tots to enjoy together.
Where: Scottsdale Library - Mustang Branch
When: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Dads and kids ages 0 - 5
How: Just Show Up.
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.scottsdalelibrary.org
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Monday, May 14 - Common Sense Parenting

ometimes being a parent is challenging! Topics covered in this seven-week workshop series include: understanding child development, setting expectations, using consequences and timeouts, teaching social skills, preventing and correcting misbehavior and temper tantrums, nurturing and praise, and basic behavioral principles. All familes will receive a training binder and a set of skills cards.
Where: Scottsdale Library- Mustang Branch
When: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PM
Who: Parents and families
How: Registration required for adults; children welcome.
Cost: FREE
For more info: Register at www.scottsdalelibrary.org
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Sunday, May 20 through Sunday, May 27 - Open House for a Summer Music Camp

Join The Scottsdale Studio of Music for an inside look at our fun summer music program! Kid can sample their favorite instruments, including piano, voice, violin, cello, and acoustic guitar, ad try out fun computer music games. Visit our website for more details and a schedule of short performances by our teachers. Open houses will take place the first three Sundays in May!

May 6, 13 & 20

You can also schedule a personal tour at a different date or time by calling 602-885-3672.
Where: Scottsdale Studio of Music
Loop 101 & Princess/Pima
8541 E. Anderson Dr. Scottsdale
When: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: Public Welcome
How: Just show up or call for personal tour at 602-885-3672.
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.scottsdalestudioofmusic.com
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Monday, May 21 - Music Together Hosting FREE Sample Classes

Come experience a free sample music class with your favorite infant, toddler or preschooler as we host a series of free demo classes. Learn how to help your child develop musically.
Where: Cannedy Dance, 6224 N. 7th St, Phoenix
When: 10:45 AM
Who: Children and their caregivers
How: Register HERE or call 602-363-8502.
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.musictogetherinphx.com
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Monday, May 21 - Way Cool After School

Join us weekly for after school fun which may include gaming, movies, craft projects and more!
Where: Palamino Library
When: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Ages 6 - 11
How: Just Show Up.
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.scottsdalelibrary.org
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Teen Scene:

Tuesday, May 8 - Homework Help for Teens

Frazzled by fractions? Doomed by division? Free tutoring is available at the library. Drop in for homework help on any subject.
Where: Arabian Libarary
(Tuesdays and Thursdays)
When: 2:30 PM
Who: Teens
How: Just Show Up.
Cost: FREE
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Plan Ahead:

May 15th through June 15th

Tuesday, May 15 - Raising Financially Aware Kids

View tips on how to help your kids and grandkids learn the value of a dollar
Where: Scottsdale Library - Arabian Branch
When: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Who: Parents & Caregivers.
How: Must register in advance....See below
Cost: FREE
For more info: Click here to register
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Friday, June 15 through Sunday, June 17 - Annual Greer Days Celebration

The Annual Greer Days Celebration is always a summer highlight in Arizona’s White Mountains, but this year the adorable and historic village is going all out in honor of the Arizona’s centennial—and to celebrate its survival! A year ago the celebration had to be cancelled as Greer was evacuated as the Wallow Fire crept ever closer to the village—ultimately threatening its very existence. The 2012 Greer Days weekend will offer plenty of fun for the whole family with games, craft fairs, wild west shoot outs, horseshoe tournaments, pie eating contests, a parade down Main Street, and much more.
Where: Greer, AZ
When: n/a
Who: Everyone!
How: Just Show Up. For lodging & cabin reservations: 928-735-7226. There are three quaint lodge rooms available for $125 per night. Guests can also enjoy the privacy & charm of authentic woodland lodging in any of Molly’s 50 private cabins ranging in size to sleep anywhere from two to 18 people. $135 to $495 per night.
Cost: Greer Days Activities are FREE!
For more info: www.facebook.com/mollybuterlodge
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Protect Yourself and Your Kids From Melanoma

Last week we heard a heart-wrenching story from Melanoma survivor and Valley mom Shelby Voss. Now we need to ask ourselves what we can do to protect ourselves and our kids, especially as the weather heats up and we find ourselves soaking up more of the sun this summer.

DID YOU KNOW?

*Melanoma affects people of all ages.

*In 2012, it is estimated that there will be 76,250 new cases of melanoma in the United States and 9,180 deaths from the disease.

*In young American women between the ...


North Phoenix & North Scottsdale Summer Camp Guide

Your guide to some the best Summer camps in the North Valley of Arizona

2012 ARIZONA SUMMER CAMP GUIDE

Looking for a fun camp for your kids this summer in North Scottsdale or North Phoenix?  Then look no further than the Macaroni Kid AZ Summer Camp Guide. 

You'll find camps for kids ages 2 through 16. Camps range from over night sleep away camps to sports camp, music camp, science camp, gymnastics, martial arts, camp with animals and much much more!  

Surprise your kids with an entire week of fun activities and maybe even enjoy a little "YOU" time while they're away!

Click here for the full Macaroni Kid North Phoenix & North Scottsdale/PV AZ Summer Camp Guide.

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