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Welcome to Macaroni Kid
We are Treasure and Shayna, two great friends who have joined together to, forever more, bring you a site that will be the very best place for you to hear about all of the great activities and events for your kids in the North Dallas Area!
Macaroni Kid is a free, weekly email newsletter and website, highlighting upcoming events and activities specifically for families in our community. Each week, we will publish a free email newsletter which will deliver all the news straight to the inbox of our SUBSCRIBERS.
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Getting Ready for Spring/Summer Outdoor Fun
Here’s a spring/summer to-do list to help you get ready for kid-friendly outings.
Kid’s Clothes
- Check “spring” jackets and rain coats to see if they fit.
- Check out last year’s rain boots and try them on.
- Locate ball caps and sun hats.
- Spend some time with your kids trying on summer shoes, t-shirts, and shorts to see what fits and what’s ready to donate or hand down to the next kid.
- Start washing wool socks, sweaters, long underwear and other winter clothes.
- Wash and put ...
Hawaiian Falls Opens May 25th
Family Four Pack Giveaway
It's May in Texas! That means it's hot and we are on the lookout for ways to cool off already! Well thankfully Hawaiian Falls not only provides cool relief, they also provide fun and entertainment to exhaust the kids!
Hawaiian Falls Water parks is your destination for fun for your entire family! Attractions will thrill a 2-year-old to an 82-year-old! With four different destinations in the Dallas area and 1 in Waco, you are sure to find one close to you. Hawaiian Falls offers a SAFE and AFFORDABLE ...
Kids Bowl FREE All Summer
Macaroni Fun
Want to escape the heat this summer? Want the kids to get some excercise? Then you need to check out this FREE bowling program at kidsbowlfree.com. Your kids can bowl 2 FREE games of bowling each and every day of summer for FREE.
SOME MORE INFORMATION ON THE PROGRAM
SOME MORE INFORMATION ON THE PROGRAM
- You can sign the kids up at multiple centers but you will need to create another account. Only one unique email address can be used to open an account, so you will need to register with another email address.
- If ...
Mini Pancake Kabobs
A simple and fun breakfast idea that the kiddos can help create! Use your imagination - toppings and flavor combinations are endless for these kabobs!
You will need:
Pancake mix - prepared as stated on the box
Toppings:
Berries - strawberries, blueberries, blackberries, raspberries
Bananas
Sausage links
Tooth picks or skewers
Directions:
- Prepare pancake batter as stated on box.
- Gather topping and cook, wash, slice as needed.
- Heat skillet and cook pancakes as directed on package. We made "bite-size" pancakes, about 2 inches wide - some plain and some chocolate chip. It was easiest ...
Monster Yogurt Birthday Celebration
Have you been to Monster Yogurt? It's one of our favorite spots to visit after a day of playing in the park! Their yogurt is amazing and with 80 flavors to pick from and 75 different topping, there's something for everyone. Yes even for those of us looking for dairy, glutton or sugar free options!
That's enough to get most people to stop in but they also offer free WiFi, free coffee bar, indoor kids play area, high chairs, and hand sanitizer everywhere to keep those sticky ...
That's enough to get most people to stop in but they also offer free WiFi, free coffee bar, indoor kids play area, high chairs, and hand sanitizer everywhere to keep those sticky ...
May 11th through May 18th
Saturday, May 11 through Sunday, May 19 - Butterfly Festival
Stroll through the temporary butterfly habitat, and feed the butterflies by hand with cotton swaps soaked in juice.
Where:
Collin Creek Mall
811 North Central Expy.
Plano, TX 75075When: n/aWho: *How: May 11 - May 19
10am-6pm Mon-Sat; 12-6 pm Sun. Through May 19.Cost:
$6 adults; $3 children.
Thursday, May 16 through Sunday, May 19 - Monster Yogurt's Birthday Celebration
Enjoy free yogurt during senior day on Thursday, face painting on Friday, meet Monster Yogurt’s Monster friends on Saturday, or live music and giveaways on Sunday to celebrate the opening of its Richardson location and the one year anniversary of the Dallas location.
Where: Monster Yogurt
1360 W. Campbell Rd., Ste. 101
Richardson, TX 75080When: n/aWho: *How: May 16-19Cost: Free
Saturday, May 18 - Model Tea Party
Join the Edwardian-inspired outdoor picnic party with a ride in a 1911 Ford Model T and enjoy refreshments, crafts, games and museum tours. The museum also welcomes U.S. Service Men and Women with their families to inaugurate the museum's Blue Star status.
Where: Collin County Farm Museum
7117 Co Rd 166
McKinney, TX 75071When: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: *How: May 18Cost: Free; $5 for rides on the Model T.
May 14th through May 20th
Tuesday, May 14 - Math Tutoring
Get help with math homework
Where:Harrington Library
Plano, TX 75074When: 6:00 PM - 7:30 PMWho: Grades K-12How: ***Cost: Free
Friday, May 17 through Sunday, May 19 - Main Street Days
Eat pizza slices from vendors along the Pizza Piazza, listen to live entertainment on five stages and enjoy carnival rides and games at the midway for the 29th annual festival.
Join the LEGOLAND Discovery Center's Junior Builder Competition, see ocean animals at the SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium touch pool, and visit KidCave, the new kid-friendly entertainment zone.
Join the LEGOLAND Discovery Center's Junior Builder Competition, see ocean animals at the SEA LIFE Grapevine Aquarium touch pool, and visit KidCave, the new kid-friendly entertainment zone.
Where: Historic Downtown Grapevine
636 S. Main St.
Grapevine, TX 76051When: 10:00 AM - 11:30 PM (11-6 on Sunday)Who: *How: May 17 - May 19
10am–11:30pm Fri–Sat; 11am–6pm Sun.Cost: $7 adults; $5 for ages 6–12. Free admission until 5pm Fri.For more info: grapevinetexasusa.com
Friday, May 17 through Sunday, May 19 - Wildflower! Arts and Music Festival
Celebrate spring at the three-day festival with musical performances, a trampoline show, food garden and more activities. The Kidz Korner features free arts and crafts, a rock climbing wall, petting zoo and a butterfly tent.
Where: Galatyn Park Urban Center
2351 Performance Dr.
Richardson, TXWhen: 11:00 AM (6pm-12am Fri; 11am-12am Sat; 12:30-8pm Sun.)Who: AllHow: May 17 - May 19
6pm-12am Fri; 11am-12am Sat; 12:30-8pm Sun.Cost:
Adults $20; $3 for children ages 5-12. For more info: wildflowerfestival.com
Friday, May 17 - High Noon
Grab a bite to eat and enjoy complimentary entertainment and activities every Friday during April and May
Where: McKinney Performing Arts Center
111 N. Tennessee St.
McKinney, TX 75069When: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PMWho: EveryoneHow: ***Cost: Free
Friday, May 17 - Free Mom and Kids Yoga
Free Mom & Kids Yoga First Friday of every month in Frisco
Team up with your child for a complimentary Yoga session at SMARTS Club first Friday of every month! We specialize in Kids Yoga programs developed by Dr. Meenakshi Singh, a certified yoga teacher with over 10 years of experience teaching yoga. Find out how our Multisensory Kids Yoga can help improve your child’s focus and grades while keeping you both fit at the same time! We at SMARTS Club are making kids smarter everyday. Go directly to the website to reserve your spot. http://smartsclub.net/free-mother-kids-yoga-first-friday-of-every-month/
Team up with your child for a complimentary Yoga session at SMARTS Club first Friday of every month! We specialize in Kids Yoga programs developed by Dr. Meenakshi Singh, a certified yoga teacher with over 10 years of experience teaching yoga. Find out how our Multisensory Kids Yoga can help improve your child’s focus and grades while keeping you both fit at the same time! We at SMARTS Club are making kids smarter everyday. Go directly to the website to reserve your spot. http://smartsclub.net/free-mother-kids-yoga-first-friday-of-every-month/
Where: SMARTS Club
8780 Preston Trace Blvd
FriscoWhen: 5:30 PM - 6:00 PMWho: mom and kidsHow: ***Cost: Free
Saturday, May 18 - Prosperity Place Fun Run & Family Festival
Join the 1K or 5K, browse vendor booths, and enjoy music, food, games in the children's area and a dunking booth at this sixth annual festival.
Where: Frisco Square
Frisco Square Boulevard
Frisco, TX 75034When: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: *How: Register prosperityplace.orgCost: $20 for 1K; $30 for 5K; free 1K for families of children with special needs.
Saturday, May 18 - Asian Festival
Celebrate Asian Pacific cultures with more than 30 martial arts, acrobatics, dragon dancing and hula dancing performances. Enjoy children's activities at the Passport to Asia for Kids area, make Asian-themed crafts, eat authentic cuisine from food trucks and shop for handcrafted goods
Where: Main Street Garden
1902 Main St.
Dallas, TX 75201When: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PMWho: *How: *Cost: FREE
Saturday, May 18 - Dallas Children's Theater at the Park
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When: 11:00 AM - 12:30 PMWho: *How: *Cost: FREE
Saturday, May 18 - Saturday Night Rec and Roll
Offered during the school year, Saturday Night Rec N Roll is a fun, safe, social program for students in grades 3-6. Nightly activities include gym games, dance music provided by DJ, bounce houses, dodge ball, pool, table tennis, theme nights and contests with prize give-a-ways. Supervision is provided and concessions are available
Where: Joe Farmer Rec Center
1201 E. Bethany
Allen, TX 75002When: 7:00 PM - 11:00 PMWho: Ages 8-12Cost: $8; plus $5 yearly fee for identification card
Saturday, May 18 - Concerts by the Creek
Relax on the green and groove to tunes from Emerald City, Classic Steel and others.
Where: Watters Creek at Montgomery Farm
970 Garden Park Drive
Allen, TXWhen: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Every Sat and first Thursday of the month)Who: *How: *Cost: FREE
Monday, May 20 - FREE Monday Summer Sounds
What could be better after a long Monday than spending the evening with family over a picnic dinner on the lush, fresh grass of the Joe Farmer Recreation Center Amphitheatre, enjoying live music filtering through the evening air?
Where: Joe Farmer Recreation Center
1201 E. Bethany
Allen TXWhen: 7:00 PMWho: *How: Every Monday through June 24Cost: FREE
May 22nd through June 8th
Wednesday, May 22 - Tiny Tot Time at Collin Creek Mall
Children can enjoy a variety of different activities such as stories, crafts, singing and dancing. Each little guest will be served a snack, courtesy of Chick-fil-A.
Where: Tiny Tot Time is held on the lower level next to the new play area in Collin Creek Mall.When: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AMWho: Tiny Tot Time is designed for children five and under, but all ages are welcome.How:
There is no charge to attend and reservations are not necessary, but a parent or caregiver must remain during the session.Cost: FREE
Wednesday, May 29 - Tiny Tot Time at Collin Creek Mall
Children can enjoy a variety of different activities such as stories, crafts, singing and dancing. Each little guest will be served a snack, courtesy of Chick-fil-A.
Where: Tiny Tot Time is held on the lower level next to the new play area in Collin Creek Mall.When: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AMWho: Tiny Tot Time is designed for children five and under, but all ages are welcome.How:
There is no charge to attend and reservations are not necessary, but a parent or caregiver must remain during the session.Cost: FREE
Saturday, June 8 - Lowes Build and Grow Workshops
Build and Grow Clinics are free to the public and occur select Saturdays at 10am.
Monster University Scarers
Monster University Scarers
Where: Lowes Home Improvement near youWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: familiesHow: RegisterCost: Free
Saturday, June 8 - Second Saturdays in Downtown Mckinney
The community and beyond enjoy an evening of art, music, food and spirits every second Saturday in Downtown McKinney. Guests can explore local art galleries, listen to great local and regional talent and taste specialties in some of the area's best eateries. Many establishments in Downtown McKinney will keep their doors open from 7-10 p.m.
For more information please call McKinney Main Street at 972-547-2660.
For more information please call McKinney Main Street at 972-547-2660.
Where: Mckinney Main StreetWhen: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PMWho: everyoneHow: ***Cost: Free
MOM I'm Hungry!!
Kids Eat Free or Cheap
Welcome to the Macaroni Kid's Eat Free Page. Please note that locations and chains are subject to change at anytime so please call ahead to confirm. Are you a restaraunt that offers Free or Cheap nights for families? Send your info to shaynam@macaronikid.com
Kid's Eat Free Or Cheap
SUNDAY:
Blue Mesa Grill - Sunday Brunch Only. All DFW locations. Kids eat free with pruchase of adult brunch. 5 and younger only.
Cafe Brazil - All Dallas-Fort Worth locations. Free kid's meal with the purchase of an adult ...
Community Story Times and Mom & Me Classes
Listing of Library, Book Store, and other Weekly Meetings for Pre-K Macaroni Kids
The following is a list of story times in Mckinney, Frisco, Plano & Allen City Libraries along with loval book stores and other local NE Dallas community locations While we make every effort to ensure the accuracy of this list, these times are subject to change. Please call ahead to each facility for any updates. PLEASE, if you find any discrepencies, drop us a comment and let us know so we can make the appropriate changes and keep this list as helpful as possible.
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Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library ...
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Monday
Roy & Helen Hall Memorial Library ...
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