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I am happy to announce that after a few weeks of being sick and traveling, things are getting back to normal here at Macaroni Kid Palm Coast-Bunnell-Flagler Beach!

The calendar is continuing to fill up with fall activities.  Please send us an email if you have one to add that we may not know about.

Be sure to check out the great offer we have from Life's Journey Photo's.  You can get 20 FREE Photo Christmas Cards with a photo session in September.  You can't get much ...


Happy Birthday to...

this adorable Macaroni Kid!

Macaroni Kid wants to showcase your kids on their birthday! All you have to do is send in your child's name, age they are turning, birthday, and a little about the child (hobbies, likes, etc.) If you want to include a photo, we think that is GREAT!

When all entries are in for the week, there will be a drawing for a Gift Certificate to Baskin-Robbins for a Birthday Ice Cream! Each entry will be assigned a number (based on the order that Macaroni Kid receives the entries), and ...


20 FREE Christmas Cards!!

With a September Photo Session at Life's Journey Photo's

That's right!  Life's Journey Photos is offering an awesome deal for anyone that books and has a photo session in September.  You will get 20 FREE Personalized Christmas Cards!  Weekday bookings are available also for all those stay at home moms.  How wonderful is that?

Here are a few of the card examples:

Be sure to contact Jackie Buitrago to book your session ASAP!  You will not be disappointed.


Back to School Tips

Watch her for more ideas on "Downsized" on WE-TV

Hey Macaroni Kid readers, here's a few back to school money saving tips for you... Shower Head Timer - you can set it for 5, 15 or 20 minutes.  Not only does it help us save on our water bill (about $10) but it helps conserve water and it limits the traffic between 6 teenagers that battle for the bathroom before school.  When we didn't have the shower manager the kids would knock the door down to get their turn.  Now the turnover is much faster.Store Surveys - a ...

Back to School....Back to Reading!

Macaroni Reads

Back-to-school books for your kids—and for you, too! It’s a tough transition for many kids (and their grown-ups) to leave
behind the lazy days of summer for their more intense school-year
routines. Just as the days begin to get shorter, kids have to wake up
earlier, sit and focus longer, rush to after school activities, get
their homework done, and wrap up dinner all before a supposedly early
bedtime. Oh, wait! Don’t forget to squeeze in the recommended daily
thirty minutes of reading, too. … (Just reading that ...

Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

September—Remember the Gold Ribbon

We all know that October is Breast Cancer Awareness Month and we see the pink ribbons all over, even during the rest of the year. The increased awareness has done wonderful things to reduce the number of women who die from it, through better education in early detection and more effective treatments. However, Childhood Cancer remains a major issue that has only increased in recent years, and unfortunately, hasn’t seen the amount of awareness that other cancers have. You can read more about the very small percentage of cancer ...


Do you Remember?

Talking to your Kids about September 11th

September 11, 2001 will be a date many Americans will never forget. A day that no matter how hard you might try, you'll always remember what you were doing at that exact time you heard about the first plan crash. I do. I was heading to my child development and psychology class. I was already in the halls when someone ran out of a room and said “A plane hit the tower.” Normally, I'd ignore out of blue things like that, but panic was in his voice and ...


Fortune Cookie Day!

September 13th

There is no better way to remind the ones you love how special they are then in a fortune cookie! This recipe is quick, easy, inexpensive and delicious!  Just the way we like it!
  • Ingredients
  • 1 egg white
  • 1/8 teaspoon vanilla extract
  • 1 pinch of salt
  • 1/4 cup unbleached all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup white sugar


Mix the egg white and vanilla until foamy but not stiff.   Then sift the flour, salt, and sugar and blend into the egg white mixture. The batter will be just a little ...

This Week's Calendar:

September 9th through September 17th

Friday, September 9 through Friday, November 18 - Summertime Exploration Challenge

Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area
Kids- bring a book and camera to a state park and take the challenge! Parents and kids can go online to print the rules and checklist of activities. Kids are required to complete five activities on the list, including reading a book in a state park, and send a photo of each one to enter the contest. Good luck! You will earn a FREE pass for you and your family to a State Park!
Where: Florida State Parks
When: n/a
Who: Children 18 and under.
How: Check the State Park website and print off the form and rules.  You will need a camera and a book of choice.
Cost: Park fees. Most range from $5 to $10 per day.
For more info: Visit www.floridastateparks.org for more information!
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Sunday, September 11 - 9-11 Memorial Concert

9-11 Memorial Concert presented by the Community Chorus of Palm Coast. Proceeds from free-will donations will be given to the New York City 9-11 Memorial Site.
Where: Trinity Presbyterian Church, 156 Florida Park Drive in Palm Coast
When: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: For additional information, contact Carolyn Frisbie, 386-864-7089
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Wednesday, September 14 - Toddler Storytime - Ages 1-2

Today's Theme is On The Farm Story Time is a library program of picture book sharing, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, storytelling and/or other related activities such as puppetry and crafts.  Story Time gives children a chance to learn new words, new ideas and the opportunity to make new friends.
Where: Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Pkwy Palm Coast, FL  32137  
When: 10:15 AM
Who: Ages 1-2.  Adult Participation Required
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Contact the library at 446-6763
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Wednesday, September 14 - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5

Today's Theme is On The Farm Story Time is a library program of picture book sharing, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, storytelling and/or other related activities such as puppetry and crafts.  Story Time gives children a chance to learn new words, new ideas and the opportunity to make new friends.
Where: Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Pkwy Palm Coast, FL  32137  
When: 1:30 PM
Who: Ages 3-5.  Adult caregiver must remain in the library.
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Contact the library at 446-6763
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Friday, September 16 - Toddler Storytime - Ages 2-3

Today's Theme is On The Farm Story Time is a library program of picture book sharing, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, storytelling and/or other related activities such as puppetry and crafts.  Story Time gives children a chance to learn new words, new ideas and the opportunity to make new friends.
Where: Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Pkwy Palm Coast, FL  32137  
When: 9:30 AM
Who: Ages 2-3.  Adult Participation Required
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Contact the library at 446-6763
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Friday, September 16 - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5

Today's Theme is On The Farm Story Time is a library program of picture book sharing, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, storytelling and/or other related activities such as puppetry and crafts.  Story Time gives children a chance to learn new words, new ideas and the opportunity to make new friends.
Where: Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Pkwy Palm Coast, FL  32137  
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Ages 3-5.  Adult caregiver must remain in the library.
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Contact the library at 446-6763
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Saturday, September 17 - Cause for Paws Special Event

Cause for Paws Special Event to educate responsible pet owners on nutrition, immunizations, spay/neuter, pet motels/shelters and much more. Kids Center to instruct children on dealing with animal issues K-9 Demonstration from the Flagler County Sheriff’s Department.
Where: Central Park at Town Center
When: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: All adult and children pet owners
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, September 17 - National Talk Like a Pirate Day - Evening

Calling all Matey and Lasses!!! Join us as we celebrate National Talk Like a Pirate Day.  Talk like a pirate and get into the pool for a $1.00.  Dress like a pirate and get into the pool for FREE!  Don't forget to participate or you might be walking the plank!  ARRR!
Where: Frieda Zamba Pool at 339 Parkview Drive
When: 10:30 AM - 7:30 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up and Talk like a pirate!
Cost: FREE if you talk like a pirate
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Plan Ahead:

September 21st through January 14th

Wednesday, September 21 - Toddler Storytime - Ages 1-2

Today's Theme is In The Forest Story Time is a library program of picture book sharing, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, storytelling and/or other related activities such as puppetry and crafts.  Story Time gives children a chance to learn new words, new ideas and the opportunity to make new friends.
Where: Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Pkwy Palm Coast, FL  32137  
When: 10:15 AM
Who: Ages 1-2.  Adult Participation Required
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Contact the library at 446-6763
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Wednesday, September 21 - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5

Today's Theme is In The Forest Story Time is a library program of picture book sharing, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, storytelling and/or other related activities such as puppetry and crafts.  Story Time gives children a chance to learn new words, new ideas and the opportunity to make new friends.
Where: Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Pkwy Palm Coast, FL  32137  
When: 1:30 PM
Who: Ages 3-5.  Adult caregiver must remain in the library.
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Contact the library at 446-6763
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Friday, September 23 - Toddler Storytime - Ages 2-3

Today's Theme is In The Forest Story Time is a library program of picture book sharing, nursery rhymes, songs, fingerplays, storytelling and/or other related activities such as puppetry and crafts.  Story Time gives children a chance to learn new words, new ideas and the opportunity to make new friends.
Where: Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Pkwy Palm Coast, FL  32137  
When: 9:30 AM
Who: Ages 2-3.  Adult Participation Required
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Contact the library at 446-6763
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Friday, December 9 - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5

Toddler Storytime program featuring the book "If You Give a Moose a Muffin" - stories, songs, puppets, refreshments and a craft. Funded by The Friends of the Library.
Where: Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Pkwy Palm Coast, FL  32137  
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Ages 3-5.  Adult caregiver must remain in the library.
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Contact the library at 446-6763
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Saturday, January 14 - Lowes Build and Grow Clinic

Your child is sure to love this kit! This castle comes with stickers, paperboard cutouts and a working drawbridge!
Where: Lowes 315 Cypress Edge Drive Palm Coast, FL  32164
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Ages 1st - 5th Grade
How: You must register online at https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com
Cost: FREE
For more info: Call Lowes at 585-6000
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Peanut Butter and Fruit Pop

what you need:

* 1/4 Cup peanut butter (chunky or smooth, your choice)

* 1 Tblsp honey

* 1/2 Cup of your favorite yogurt

* 1/2 Cup low-fat milk

* 1/2 Cup fruit (small like blueberries or diced)

* 1 Cup fruit juice

* 6 5oz Dixie Cups

* popsticks/craft sticks

this works well if you choose fruit, juice and yogurt that include the same flavor but we like to break the rules so we used strawberry yogurt, cranberry juice and blueberries. :)

what to do:

* use a blender to mix the peanut butter ...


Weekly Holidays

Celebrate Everyday, No Reason Needed

Every month has unique, unknown, and even wacky "holidays". Join in if you like. There is always something to celebrate! Here is what we came up with this month and the upcoming week. I hope you enjoy what we came up with for this week!

11th - National Pet Memorial Day and National Hot Cross Buns Day

12th - Chocolate Milk Shake Day 

13th - Fortune Cookie Day and National Peanut Day

14th - National Cream Filled Donut Day and Eat a Hoagie Day

15th - Make a Hat Day and National Linguine Day

16th ...


Library Storytimes

at Flagler County Public Library

Story Time is a program at the library that includes picture book sharing, nursery rhymes, songs, finger plays, storytelling and.or other related activities such as puppetry and crafts.  Children get introduced to literature and are encouraged to develop a life-long interest in reading. 

There are different levels of development in children so there are Story Time options. 

Babytime - Ages infant to 1 - are on Wednesday mornings at 9:30am.

Toddler Storytime - Ages 1-2 - are on Wednesday mornings at 9:30 am.

Toddler Storytime - Ages 2-3 - are on Friday mornings ...


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