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September 2, 2010
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Featured Mom Entrepreneur:

Stephanie Smith, Realtor Coldwell Banker


Brief Bio:

Stephanie has lived in the Westfield area for a good part of her life. It gives her great pleasure to introduce clients to this area. Everything is within a short distance, which is why Westfield is such a popular 'home base' for so many 'people on the move'.

 

She has attended Roosevelt Jr. High and Westfield High School, as did her daughter. Stephanie's daughter is an artist who also resides in Westfield and has two girls in Washington School.  

Stephanie's career in marketing and business includes ...


KIDS FIRST! September Sweeps

 

Hello Macaroni Readers!

Here's a great sweepstakes that you can enter for this month.  All you have to do is clink on the icon (found on the right hand side of the advertisement page, that says Add "Free Movies to Your Back to School List)) and you will be taken directly to the entry form) 

Who is KIDS FIRST?

The Coalition for Quality Children's Media is a national, nonprofit organization founded in 1991 whose mission is to teach children critical viewing skills and to increase the visibility and ...


Labor Day Happenings in New Jersey

Labor Day Parades in New Jersey:

Haledo, NJ: The parade will take place on Sunday, Sept. 5th at 1:30 p.m. and will leave from the American Labor Museum. It will finish at the Great Falls Historic District in Paterson where the Great Falls Festival The museum's address is 83 Norwood Street in Haledon and the phone number is 973-595-7953. Website: www.labormuseum.net

South Plainfield, NJ: The 53rd Annual Labor Day Parade will take place on Monday, September 6th.The parade will feature bagpipers, clowns, local boy ...

Westfield MomsTown Event

Protecting Our Kids from the Dangers of Cyber Bullying


Here is a great event that we as parents should attend.  Hosted by Westfield Momstown

When:
Wednesday September 22, 2010 from 7:00 PM to 9:00 PM

 

Where:

Assembly Hall, Presbyterian Church
140 Mountain Ave.
Westfield, NJ 07090

 

For more information and for registration details please visit:

http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?oeidk=a07e2zraf0m126941a7

 


Tea Time & Tiaras

Princess & Knight Costume Ball Event

 

You are Cordially Invited to a Princess & Knight Costume Ball

Date: Friday, September 24th

Time: 5:30-7:00 pm

Cost: $20 per child

Ages: 2 1/2 & up

Location: Little Scoops, 7-9 North Union Ave. Cranford, NJ 07016

Come in your finest Princess or Knight attire or Borrow from our collection of gowns and knight costumes as we dance at the Royal Ball, receive Face & Hand Painting, Glitter Tattoos, Play Games, Win Prizes and end the magical evening by creating your own Ice Cream Sundae!

Workshop Includes:

    * Dress Up from ...

Save the Date:

Mother's Center Kids Stuff Consignment Sale

MOTHER’S CENTER SEEKS CONSIGNORS FOR FALL KIDS STUFF SALE

            The Mothers’ Center Kids Stuff Consignment Sale will be held on Friday, October 1st and Saturday, October 2nd at the Casano Community Center in Roselle Park.  The community center is conveniently situated a few blocks off of Westfield Avenue and near GSP exits 137 or 138.  This bustling business district attracts hundreds and hundreds of shoppers on a daily basis.  This spells great news for consignors:  you clear your closets while putting some extra $$ into your pocket and ...


Jammin Jenn Music Therapy for Children

Music Therapy and Art Therapy come together for a unique group

FALL 2010

Lauren Rosenthal, M.P.S. Certified Art Therapist and Jammin Jenn Music Therapist will be running a 45 minute class for 5 weeks.  The first 10 minutes of class will be a welcome music circle, followed by a 25 minute Art Therapy hands on activity and session will close with a 10 minute music circle.

 10 children maximum will be accepted into this group.

45 minute class $225 for 5 weeks    *Ages 3-10yr olds

Sundays 12:45-1 ...

Open House Event

Carolyn Klinger Kueter Music Studio Westfield NJ

Open House at Carolyn Klinger Kueter Music Studio, Westfield, NJ
Join us Sunday-September 26th from 10-11:30am for a morning of Complimentary yummy breakfast treats
(mini muffins, bagels, and ice tea) in the beautiful Victorian garden, enjoy Face Painting, an Interactive Story Time
and receive a Tour of the intimate and classic CKK Music Studio.     WIN IT! All Attendees will be automatically entered to win a B&N Gallery Pink Leather 2011 Planner. Winner will be announced at the Open House. 
 
See for yourself why the CKK Music Studio has ...

Macaroni Shops!

Save 15% at Loehmanns

Macaroni Kid Readers Save an Additional 15% at Loehmanns!

Just in time for the Back-to-School season, Loehmann’s is excited to announce its newly expanded kids department!  With even more top designers and an expanded inventory from toddlers to teens, Loehmann’s is ready to take to the halls and classrooms in style. To celebrate, Loehmann’s is offering a special discount for Macaroni Kid members. Get 15% off your ENTIRE purchase when you shop at Loehmann’s from:    August 25 – September 13!    So not only can you shop the ...


Halloween Treats: Sale Promos

Okay, so school has officially started for some parents while for others the start of school will begin the day after Labor Day.  But, who really has Halloween & Fall on their mind??

Anyway, this offer is too good to miss.  You probably see Halloween customes everywhere, from COSTCO, Target, Walmart, The Children's Place, etc.  But, if you are like me, I always say to myself, I'll pick up that costume later, there's more, right?  Well, lessons learned, and I end up in a frenzy trying to get ...


Mindful Parenting and Childbirth

Holitistic Moms Network is offering a free meeting to discuss, Mindful Parenting and Childbirth.

This Week's Calendar:

September 3rd through September 12th

Friday, September 3 through Saturday, September 4 - Shakespeare in the Park

Troupe of Friends presents its annual free Shakespeare in the Park production; this year the show is Merry Wives of Windsor - set in the Westfield of 1961! Bring a chair or blanket.
Where: Mindowaskin Park, 425 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
When: 7:30 PM
Who: Open to all
How: show up
Cost: free
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Monday, September 6 - Storytime Tuesday Mornings

Barnes and Noble is a tried and true hangout for toddlers and this event seems to have been designed for this purpose.  The kids area is large, has a stage area, seating and a train set for kids to play.  Even better a cafe for snack attacks and a plethora of books and magazines. Two stories will be read to your child and afterwards they are given a coloring sheet that is related to the story.
Where: Barnes & Noble (1180 Raritan Road Clark, NJ 07066) 732-574-1818
When:  10:00 am - 10:30 am
Who: up to 4 years
How: show up to event
Cost: free
For more info: visit their website: www.bn.com or call (732) 574-1818
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Tuesday, September 7 - The Sweet Sounds Downtown Jazz Festival

The festival is being sponsored by the Downtown Westfield Corporation (DWC). The performances will take place on sidewalks and street corners for nine consecutive weeks, every Tuesday, starting on July 6th and going through Aug. 31. Rain dates will be the following Wednesday evenings at the same time. Bands will be located on Central Avenue next to Banana Republic, the lawn in front of the North Avenue Train Station, the corner of East Broad and Prospect Streets, and Elm Street in front of the Baptist Church.
Where: Banana Republic, 137 Central Ave, Westfield, NJ
When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: all welcomed
     
How: show up
Cost: free
For more info: For more information, call 908-789-9444
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Wednesday, September 8 - You & Me Toddler Program

Join Whole Foods every Wednesday for a fun toddler program. Each week a different activity from crafts to non baking cooking, music are featured followed by a healthy snack.  
Where: Whole Foods Market 2245 Springfield Ave. Vauxhall, NJ
 
When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: ages 1-3
How: Please register at customer service or call 908-688-1455
Cost: free
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Wednesday, September 8 - Wednesday Afternoon Tea

What a perfect way to start the beginning of Fall with a Fall Harvest afternoon tea, enjoy finger sandwiches and desserts.
A tour of Liberty Hall will follow after afternoon tea.
Where: Liberty Hall Museum 1003 Morris Avenue Union, NJ
When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: ages 12 & older
How: Reservations required call: 908-527-0400
Cost: $33 per person
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Thursday, September 9 through Sunday, September 12 - 33rd Annual Greek Festival

Enjoy the sounds of Greece with live music and authentic Folk dancing, featuring dance groups of all ages. A zeibekiko dance contest will be held on Saturday evening.
Also free Greek folk dancing lessons will be given throughout the festival. The festival features rides and games. Authentic Greek food, including moussaka roasted leg of lamb, chicken riganati, souvlaki and gyro. The hours are: Thursday 6pm-10pm. Friday, Lunch specials will be served from 11:30am to 2:30pm, followed with Dinner from 6pm-12Midnight. Saturday 12Noon - 12Midnight. Sunday 12Noon – 8pm.
Where: 721 Rahway Avenue Union, NJ
When: n/a
Who: all welcomed (Rain or shine)
How: Show up
Cost: $1 and parking is free
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Saturday, September 11 - Grupo ñ: Spanish-Language Storytime

 All activities, stories, songs all spoken in Spanish.
Where: Westfield Memorial Library, 550 E Broad St, Westfield, NJ
When: 10:30 AM - 11:15 AM (Next dates: October 16 & November 13)
Who: ages 6 and younger
How: show up
Cost: free
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Saturday, September 11 - Rahway Street Fair and Craft Show

Featuring Artists, crafters, vendors, live music, rides, & games. 
Where: Downtown Rahway NJ
When: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: All welcomed
How: Show up
Cost: free
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Sunday, September 12 - Technique Classes @ Williams and Sonoma

Williams & Sonoma will show you how to prepare Risotto
Where: 127 Central Ave. Westfield NJ 
When: n/a
Who:
How: Please call (908) 301-0075 to register
Cost: free
For more info:
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Teen Scene:

September 6th through September 7th

Monday, September 6 - Make Waves This Summer at Scotch Plains Public Library

 Scotch Plains and Fanwood teens, are invited to "Make Waves" this summer at Scotch Plains Public Library. Teens will earn prizes for every 5 hours of reading completed, with a prize raffle to be held at the end of the summer for teens who have read more than 20 hours.
Where: Scotch Plains Public Library, 1927 Bartle Ave, Scotch Plains, NJ
When: n/a
Who: grades 6 through 12; All events are open to Scotch Plains and Fanwood cardholders in 6th through 12th grades
How: Registration for the summer reading program begins on June 28th, via website http://www.scotlib.org and in person at the Reference Desk.
Cost: Free
For more info: http://www.scotlib.org, and click on the "Teens" tab for the full details and a summer calendar.
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Tuesday, September 7 - Hands-on Art for Teens: Journals

Work with artist Connie Pinkowski to construct your one-of-a-kind journal. Open to Scotch Plains and Fanwood cardholders only.
Where:
Scotch Plains Public Library 1927 Bartle Avenue Scotch Plains, NJ
When: 3:30 PM
Who: ages- teens in 6th grade & up
How: advanced registration required.
Cost: free
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Plan Ahead:

September 12th through October 14th

Sunday, September 12 - Baby Loves Disco!

The bus stops in nyc . . .bring the kids to this awesome disco party!  Lots of fun!
Dates: september 12, 2010
12 pm - 3 pm

october 17, 2010
12 pm - 3 pm

november 7, 2010
12 pm - 3 pm
Where: Le Poisson Rouge 158 Bleecker Street NYC
When: 12:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: 6 months - 7 years
How: purchase tickets online: http://www.babylovesdisco.tickets.musictoday.com/BabyLovesDisco/calendar.aspx
Cost:
$20 per ticket
$50 four person family pass
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Monday, September 13 - Apple Harvest Time

Stroll Liberty Hall's orchard and pick your own apples.
Where: Liberty Hall Museum 1003 Morris Avenue Union, NJ
When: n/a
Who: all welcomed
How: Call  908-527-0400
Cost: Adults: $10, Seniors, College Students, Children: $6, Under Three: Free Apple Bag Fee: $8: small bag, $10: large bag (Subject to Supply)
For more info: Please call before visiting Liberty Hall to see if the apples are ripe for the picking.
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Thursday, September 16 through Thursday, December 9 - Free Storytime @ Creative Kids

Free storytime for the Fall.  New schedule: Thursday, September 16th - December 9th
Where: Creative Kids (1008 South Avenue W. Westfield NJ)
When: n/a
Who: 6 months - 5 years
How: RSVP to 908-232-4948 OR info@creativekidsnj.com
Cost: Free
For more info: www.creativekidsnj.com
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Friday, September 17 through Sunday, September 19 - Mangia! Mangia! Italian Feast 2010

Featuring live music, 40 exhibits, amusement rides and a Union "Idol" contest.
Times: Friday, Sept 17th: 5pm-10:30pm Saturday, Sept 18th: 12pm - 10:30pm Sunday, Sept 19th: 12pm - 4pm  
Where: Downtown Union, NJ (Stuyvesant Ave, Union NJ)
When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: all welcomed
How: show up
Cost: free
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Saturday, September 18 through Sunday, September 19 - Boy Scout Revolutionary War Overnight Encampment


Attention all Boy Scouts: Call to Arms! Join New Jersey’s 3rd Regiment to learn how to march & drill like a soldier would have under General George Washington. Through different activities and programs planned by the re-enactors, the scouts will experience what it was like to be a soldier in the 18th century.
Time: Saturday at 4 p.m. through Sunday at 5 p.m.
Where: Liberty Hall Museum 1003 Morris Avenue Union, NJ
When: n/a
Who: For Boy Scouts and their parents
How: Reservations required: call 908-527-0400
Cost: Adults: $25, Children: $35
Reservations required (Price includes Revolutionary War Wooden Musket and T-shirt)
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Saturday, September 18 - Centennial Village Group 4th Annual Music Fest

Join the fun filled with great music, great food and fun. Featuring music from Brother John Brown, Stupid Should Hurt and other local artists.
Where: Lincoln School Park Lot (Thomas St & Lincoln Ave
When: 3:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: All welcomed
How: Show up
Cost: Free
For more info: Call Chiara Siliato, 917-806-8190 OR  Email: 19munseedr@verizon.net
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Friday, September 24 - Free Workshop: Stress Management Relief

Stretching, breathing and meditation techniques which will reduce stress and quiet the mind. This is a full participation event; please wear comfortable, stretchy clothes.
Where: 220 Clark Street Westfield, NJ  07090
When: 12:20 PM - 1:20 PM
Who: All are welcome.
How: Call 908-233-2700
Cost: Free
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Sunday, September 26 - Fanwood Street Fair and Craft Show

Come see artists, crafters, & vendors.  Featuring live music, rides & games.
Where: Downtown Fanwood NJ
When: n/a
Who: all welcomed
How: Show up
Cost: free
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Sunday, September 26 - Festifall, Westfield NJ

Celebrate fall at the Festifall, Downtown Westfield NJ
Where: Downtown Westfield NJ
When: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: all welcomed
How: show up
Cost: free
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Thursday, October 14 - Preschool Clothing Drive

Drop off your gently used clothes, shoes, belts, handbags, comforters, towels, sheets, bedding, curtains, and stuffed animals.
Where: Bauer Branch, 422 East Broad St. OR at the Cranford Community Center at 220 Walnut Ave.
When: 7:30 AM - 2:30 PM
Who: Open to the public
How: show up
Cost: no cost to drop off clothing
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Books Weighing Our Kids Down

Go to any elementary or middle school and you are sure to see tons of kids weighed down by their backpacks.

Did you know the average school textbook weighs between 3 and 4 pounds?

Kids are carrying on the average of 8-12 pounds in books every school day!  You may not have a say when if come to books having to come home for homework, but her are some way to minimize your child's back strain. Your kids may not have much of a choice when it comes to ...


Frog Eyed Salad!

Okay...so the recipe sounds odd, but really its oh so good!  My girlfriend served this for dessert and my kids loved it!    No eyeballs here...I promise!!

Ingredients:

1 cup white sugar
2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
1 3/4 cups unsweetened pineapple juice
2 eggs, beaten
1 tablespoon lemon juice
 3 quarts water
1 tablespoon vegetable oil
1 package Ronzoni Enriched Acini Di Pepe Pasta
3  cans mandarin oranges, drained
1  can crushed pineapple, drained
1  container frozen whipped topping, thawed
1 cup miniature ...

End of Summer Project: Sweet Candy Picture Frame

One of the workshops offered at Once Upon a Cafe, Cranford NJ that The Baking Artist had at the end of August was making a Candy Picture Frame.  It was really simple and fun.  The kids enjoyed designing their one of a kind frame and displaying a picture that reflected the best part of their summer vacation.

Items needed:

5X7 Wood Picture Frame

Assortment of Candy

Craft Glue

Paint

Paint Brushes

Scissors

Stickers

Paper

Markers

Crayons

Instructions:

1. Paint frame and set it aside to dry.

2. Once the paint ...

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