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Love is in the Air!


It's just about time to celebrate one of my favorite holidays of the year - Valentine's Day! Let the preparations begin! Parties, valentines, goodies, and decorations in red and pink abound! This newsletter has a great idea for your mini-Macaroni's Valentine's Day celebrations. Do you have a favorite treat or decoration that wasn't shared? Please comment below or email it to cynthiaf@macaronikid.com!


Delicious Homemade Valentines!


A sweet treat that's easy to make!

When I set out on my quest to find a cute valentine for my daughter to give to her friends, I struggled with just what I wanted to do. I thought about some of our favorite treats and came up with these cute s'mores!

 They were super simple; next year, she can probably do almost all of it herself!

  

We gathered our supplies:

·        Graham crackers

·        HeartMallows

·        Hershey's miniatures (only the plain milk chocolate pieces are needed) 

·        Cellophane bags

·        Stickers, Curling ribbon (optional)

 

Then we assembled the bags: 

·        Break ...


This Week's Picks:


Saturday, February 11 - Welcome Curious George!

After our Valentine's Day Storytime, stick around to meet and greet the loveable monkey, Curious George! Bring your camera and take home a special memory!
Where: Barnes and Noble Yonkers 2614 Central Park Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10710
When: 11:30 AM
Who: The whole family
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
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This Week's Calendar:


February 8th through February 14th

Wednesday, February 8 - Terrific Two's Storytime

Songs, books, and movement for toddlers.
Where: Bronxville Library 201 Pondfield Road Bronxville, NY 10708
When: 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Toddlers 24-36 months old
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: Register at 914-337-7680
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Thursday, February 9 - Baby Storytime

Baby storytime 
Where: Tuckahoe Public Library 71 Columbus Avenue Tuckahoe, NY 10707
When: 11:00 AM
Who: infants
How: Register at 914-961-2121
Cost: Free
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Thursday, February 9 - Baby Pictures at Noon

Enjoy an afternoon  showing of Big Miracle while bringing your infant along.
Where: Showcase Cinema de lux Ridge Hill
When: 12:00 PM
Who: Moms with infants
How: Just show up
Cost: $6 per ticket
For more info: The lights will be dim and the sound will be lowered to accomodate infants.
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Thursday, February 9 - Pirate Storytime!

A selection of silly stories combined with a drawing & pasting activity
Where: Bronxville Public Library
When: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: For children ages 3 & up
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
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Thursday, February 9 - Pre-K and Kindergarten Storytime

Join our wonderful children's booksellers for stories and fun in our Children's Department.
Where:  Barnes and Noble Yonkers 2614 Central Park Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10710
When: 4:30 PM
Who: Pre-schoolers and Kindergarteners
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
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Friday, February 10 - Preschool Storytime

Preschool Storytime
Where: Tuckahoe Public Library 71 Columbus Avenue   Tuckahoe, New York 10707
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Open to ages 2-5 years
How: Register at 914-961-2121
Cost: Free
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Friday, February 10 - Treasure Buddies

Rosebud, B-Dawg, Budderball, Buddha and Mudbud embark on their biggest adventure yet: to the ruins of ancient Egypt. With the help of some exotic new friends, teamwork and friendship, the Buddies must avoid booby traps, solve puzzles and explore a mysterious tomb — all in search of the greatest treasure known to animalkind.
Where: Bronxville Public Library
When: 3:30 PM
Who: The entire family
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
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Friday, February 10 - Valentine Craft

Make a Valentine Craft!
Where: Whole Foods Ridge Hill Yonkers
When: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: Register at 914-378-8090
Cost: $5 per child
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Saturday, February 11 - Free Craft for Kids

Free crafts for kids to create!
Where: Lakeshore Scarsdale Midway Shopping Center
969A Central Park Ave.
Scarsdale, NY 10583
When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: Just show up
Cost: Free!!
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Saturday, February 11 through Sunday, February 12 - Weekend Family Workshops: Build Your Own House

Creative activities for families based on the Museum’s current exhibitions, Winfred Rembert:  Amazing Grace, Hudson Riverama, and the Nybelwyck Hall Dollhouse, led by Junior Docents. 
Where: Hudson River Museum
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: Families
How: Just show up
Cost: Free with Museum Admission
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Sunday, February 12 - Playland Family Skate Day Sundays

Playland Ice Casino's designates Sunday as Family Skate Day through May 6, 2012.
Where: Playland Ice Casino - 100 Playland Parkway, Rye
When: 1:30 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: The whole family
How: Just show up
Cost: Adults $9, Children 12 and under $6
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Monday, February 13 - Baby Storytime

Join Ms. Nancee for songs, music, and books for babies.  
Where: Bronxville Library 201 Pondfield Road Bronxville, NY 10708
When: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Ages birth to 12 months.
How: Registration required
Cost: Free
For more info: Register at 914-337-7680
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Tuesday, February 14 - Toddler Storytime

Bring your toddlers and wee ones to this popular Storytime and craft event. Join Ms. Laurie every Tuesday in our Children's Department!
Where: Barnes and Noble Yonkers 2614 Central Park Avenue, Yonkers, NY 10710
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Toddlers
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
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Tuesday, February 14 - Valentine's Day Craft

A drawing & pasting activity
Where: Bronxville Public Library
When: 4:00 PM
Who: For children ages 3 & up
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
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Plan Ahead:


February 18th through February 25th

Saturday, February 18 through Monday, February 20 - The Royal Hanneford Circus

Westchester's favorite show is back! The Royal Hanneford Circus is coming to town for the President's Day Weekend. The show will feature terrific tigers, acrobats, mother and baby elephants, the human cannon ball, ATV daredevils, trapeze stars and much more!
Where: Westchester County Center
When: 10:00 AM (Shows at 2pm and 6pm also)
Who: The Whole Family
How: Tickets are available at the Westchester County Center Box Office as of 11-16-11 (NO SERVICE FEES APPLY), through Ticketmaster @ ticketmaster.com, or call 1-800-745-3000 (SERVICE FEES APPLY).
Cost: Adults & Children, 2yrs. & over, pay the same price $28.50 or $22.50, depending on the seat location.
For more info: www.countycenter.biz
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Saturday, February 18 through Sunday, February 26 - Kids Week 2012 Intrepid

Kids Week 2012 is Intrepid's annual celebration of all things kids! Our out of this world partners' offer nine jam-packed days of thematic, family friendly, hands-on fun. Kids Week is the coolest place to warm up this February break!
Where: INTREPID Sea, Air & Space Museum West side of Manhattan on Pier 86, 12th Ave. & 46th Street
When: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM (Daily schedule varies)
Who: The whole family
How: Just show up
Cost: Ticket prices vary
For more info: For schedules and more information, visit http://www.intrepidmuseum.org/
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Saturday, February 25 - Winter Wonderland Children's Ball

Calling all little princes and princesses! Dress up in your finest, make
a crown or wand, learn ballroom moves from the experts, enjoy
hors d'oeuvres and pose for the paparazzi on this magical evening for the whole family. 
Where: Stepping Stones Museum Norwalk, CT
When: 6:00 PM - 8:30 PM
Who: The whole family
How: Call 203 899 0606, ext. 264 or register online today!
Cost:  Members $10/person, Non-members $12/person
  
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