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This Week's Picks:

Wednesday, November 23 through Sunday, January 8 - Bandshell Ice Skating Rink

 There will be a tent over the rink and adding to the festive atmosphere in the area will be holiday lighting, paid for by the city and Volusia County. In keeping with the beach theme, the lights will feature fish and seahorses.  will be open through Jan. 8 from noon to 10 p.m. weekdays and 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. weekends
Where: Daytona Beach Band Shell
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Everyone
How: Show Up!
Cost: 10.00 per person which includes skate rentals.
For more info: llelis@tribune.com or 386-253-0964
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This Week's Calendar:

January 4th through February 20th

Tuesday, January 4 - Babytime with Ms. Brenda

Short stories, rhymes, songs and fun for our youngest patrons.
Where: Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Pkwy Palm Coast, FL  32137  
When: 9:30 PM - 10:15 AM
Who: Birth to 1 year.  Adult Participation Required
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Contact the library at 446-6763
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Thursday, December 1 through Saturday, December 31 - 2011 Fanasty of Lights

Admission is free to this unique, wonderful, holiday event. Bring the whole family. Visit as many times as you like for this walking light display. This event will be open every night, December 1st through December 30th, 6:30 to 9:00 pm. There will be nightly Performances,  the Concessions and Music. 
Where: Central Park Town Center
When: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: For more information contact Palm Coast Roatry at 931-9030.
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Thursday, December 15 - Holiday Creative Craft

 Holiday Craft Craft Project: Gift Bags & A Hot Chocolate Cone
Where: 2500 Palm Coast Parkway NW
Palm Coast, FL 32137
When: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: For teens, tweens (11-12) and adults.
How: Class size is limited to 12 participants and
pre-registration is required. No exceptions.
Sign-up with Ms. Sharon, YA Coordinator.
Cost: Free
For more info: 386-446-6763
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Thursday, December 15 - American Girl Program - Samantha

This is an America Girl Program. Have fun with history - based on characters in the American Girl book series. Funded by The Friends of the Library. Learn about Samantha, a nine-year-old orphan living with her wealthy grandmother in the early 1900s.
Where: Flagler County Public Library  
When: 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Who: Ages 6 and up
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Contact the library at 446-6763
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Friday, December 16 through Friday, January 6 - 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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Friday, December 16 - State Park to Offer Kid's Ranger Program

The Florida Department of Environmental Protection's Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach will host So You Want to be a Park Ranger? on Friday, Dec. 16, 2011 at 4:30 p.m. for children and their parents. During this fun, interactive program, Ranger Tony will explain what it’s like to be a park ranger! Children will get to see the park, learn what rangers do and ask all the questions they want about real park rangers. The program will last approximately one hour and will incorporate the park’s Junior Ranger program. All ages are welcome; children must be accompanied by an adult. The program is limited to 15 children so reservations are required.
Where: Location : Gamble Rogers Memorial State Recreation Area at Flagler Beach, 3100 S. Ocean Shore Blvd., Flagler Beach
When: 4:30 PM
Who: on Friday, Dec. 16, 2011 at 4:30 p.m. for children and their parents. The program is limited to 15 children so reservations are required
How: Reserve a spot!
Cost: The cost of each event is included in the regular park entrance fee of $5 per carload of two to eight people, $4 for one person in a car and $2 per pedestrian or bicyclist.
For more info: To reserve a spot at the program, please call Lauren Swanson at 386.517.2086 or via email at Lauren.Swanson@dep.state.fl.us.For assistance or details, contact the park at (386) 517-2086. For more information, visit www.floridastateparks.org/gamblerogers.
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Saturday, December 17 - Movie Matinee @ the library

After the close of the Post Office, a Santa movie will be screened. 1:30 P.M. Movie Rating: G Based on the book by Chris Van Allsberg, the tale tells of a young boy who wants to believe in Santa even though his friends have "grown out of it." On Christmas Eve, he boards a steam train which takes him on a magical ride to the North Pole.
Where: Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Parkway NW
Palm Coast, FL 32137
When: 1:30 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: All ages.  Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent/adult, and the parent/adult must remain with the child(ren) during the program.
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Call the library at 446-6763
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Monday, December 19 - Movie Matinee @ the library

Loosely based on the book by John Grisham, Luther Krank decides that for once he and his wife will skip the insane version of Christmas that their neighborhood has created and just go to the Caribbean instead. When his daughter decides at the last minute to come home for the holidays, he and his wife Nora must perform a Christmas miracle to get the presents, decorations and food ready in time.
Where: Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Parkway NW
Palm Coast, FL 32137
When: 3:30 PM - 5:30 PM
Who: All ages.  Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent/adult, and the parent/adult must remain with the child(ren) during the program.
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Call the library at 446-6763
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Wednesday, December 21 - Orion's Foam Block Stamping Event

Stamp on creativity with your own one-of-a-kind designs. FREE Make-It Take It. While supplies last. Ages 3 and up.
Where: 5250 E Highway 100
When: 11:00 PM - 1:00 PM
Who: Ages 3 and up.
How: Show up.
Cost: Free while supplies last.
For more info: Call Michael's at 386-437-4220 for more info.
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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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Saturday, January 21 - Movie Matinee @ the library

The movie is based on the book by Kathryn Stockett, and Ms. Terry Jones will host a brief book chat prior to the screening.
Where: Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Parkway NW
Palm Coast, FL 32137
When: 1:30 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: All ages.  Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent/adult, and the parent/adult must remain with the child(ren) during the program.
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Call the library at 446-6763
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Wednesday, February 1 - Toddler Storytime- Ages 1-2

winter is the theme
Where: Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Parkway NW
Palm Coast , FL 32137
When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: Ages 1-2
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Contact the library at 446-6763
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Friday, February 3 - Preschool Storytime - Ages 3-5

Fun!
Where: Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Pkwy Palm Coast, FL  32137  
When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 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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Sunday, February 5 - Michael's Make-it & Take-it

Creat a foam Valentine mailbox with supplies purchased. Make-It Take-It. While supplies last. Ages 3 and up.
Where: 5250 E Highway 100
When: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Who: Ages 3 and up.
How: Show up.
Cost: Free while supplies last.
For more info: Call Michael's at 386-437-4220 for more info.
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Monday, February 6 - Holiday Creative Craft

Make something for Valentines day
Where: 2500 Palm Coast Parkway NW
Palm Coast, FL 32137
When: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: For teens, tweens (11-12), and adults.
How: Class size is limited to 12 so call ahead.  Pre-registaration is required, no exceptions.
Cost: Free
For more info: 386-446-6763
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Friday, February 17 - Homeschooling Math - Fractions, Decimals, and Percents

In order to participate, children will need to understand addition, subtraction, multiplication and division.  Program is based on The Life of Fred book series - makes math fun and interesting.

Presented by Ms. Amanda, a local homeschooling parent.
Where: Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Parkway NW
Palm Coast, FL 32137
When: 9:30 AM - 10:15 AM
Who: Grade level 4-6
How: Please register with the library.
Cost: FREE
For more info: Call the library at 446-6763
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Friday, February 17 - Homeschool Math - Pre-Algebra I with Biology

In order to participate, children will need to understand how to work with fractions, decimals and percents.  Program is based on The Life of Fred books by Stanley Schmidt - a fun and engaging series. Presented by Ms. Amanda, a local homeschooling parent.
Where: Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Parkway NW
Palm Coast, FL 32137
When: 10:15 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Grade level 6-8
How: Please pre-register at the library.
Cost: FREE
For more info: Call the library at 446-6763
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Monday, February 20 - Movie Matinee @ the library

Three avid bird watchers compete at a prestigious annual event to see who can spot the most rare birds in North America. Kenny is the reigning champ, but Stu and Brad are determined to knock him off his perch.
Where: Flagler County Public Library 2500 Palm Coast Parkway NW
Palm Coast, FL 32137
When: 1:00 PM
Who: All ages.  Children under 12 must be accompanied by a parent/adult, and the parent/adult must remain with the child(ren) during the program.
How: Just Show Up
Cost: FREE
For more info: Call the library at 446-6763
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Plan Ahead:

Saturday, November 26 through Sunday, January 1 - Winter Wonderland

Outdoor ice skating rink, ice slide, sleigh rides, games, vistit from Santa, and SNOW!
Where: 1340C A1A, St. Augustine, Fl. 32080
When: Times vary depending on day
Who: All ages.
How: Show up.  See website for times.
Cost: Elf village, visit with Santa, and SNOW are  free.  All other activities vary in price.  See website for accurate pricing.
For more info: www.winterwonderlandflorida.com
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Macaroni Minute

Weekly Thoughts

  Hello,  fellow Macaroni friends,  If you weren't the one to win the FREE photo shoot, you are still a winner, Toni has graciously given a discount of 20% off to all macaroni families if they mention Macaroni kids and book a photo shoot before December 1st.  Toni shoots on location and has done photos of all sorts....If you want it taken, she can do it!  She has been doing amazing photos of my family for years.  Visit her site HERE and take a look at some of her ...


A New Christmas Tradition

Christmas Traditions

12 traditions I would like to share

 

Some say I may go just a little overboard during the Holidays.   I might, but I will continue to do so even when my children are all grown up!   The excitement, memories and smiles I get from these special traditions make it all worth it.  Here are some I would love to share with you.

 

1.  Frosty was here!  Every Christmas Eve, there is a knock at the door right around bed time.  The door is opened to find a present ...


Christmas Card Wreath

So, how do you display your holiday cards?  In the past, we have tacked ours to our kitchen cabinets, but this year I tried something different.  I took down my "Thankful Tree" and then had a big blank wall, so instead of putting the pictures back up, I created a construction paper wreath with the kids.

My oldest loves practicing his cutting, so he cut out the leaves after I drew the shapes on construction paper, and both he and my 2-year old loved getting to stand on the kitchen ...


Edible Christmas Trees

We make this super easy desert last night and all the boys had a blast.  it was super easy (my 2 year old nephew was a pro at it)

 

What you’ll need:

Sugar cones

White icing

Green food coloring

Candy for decoration (We used holiday M&M’s and Jet Puff gingerbread shaped marshmallows)

Paper plates

Plastic knives

Bowl

 

What you’ll do:

Use the green food coloring to make all your icing green (you could also use other colors, if you want to be creative with your trees ...


Grandma & Santa

 I thought this was a great story.  I shared it with my 10 year old!

I remember my first Christmas adventure with Grandma. I was just a kid.

        I remember tearing across town on my bike to visit her on the day my big sister dropped the bomb: "There is no Santa Claus," she jeered. "Even dummies know that!"

        My Grandma was not the gushy kind, never had been. I fled to her that day because I knew she would be straight with me. I knew Grandma always told the ...


Reindeer Candy Canes

These little guys are so cute.  The kids had a great time making them and creating different varieties.  They had some with green eyes, blue eyes, even purple eyes.  They also added cute little noses!

Supplies

  • Pipe cleaners
  • Puff balls
  • Googly eyes
  • Candy canes
  • Glue

The options are endless.  make a variety of different reindeer by using different color puff balls, eyes, and pipe cleaners!  Most importantly...... Have a blast making Christmas memories!


Wedding Soup

Italian Wedding Soup

1/2 lbs. of ground turkey
1 egg lightly beaten
2 Tbsp. dried breadcrumbs
1 Tbsp. grated Parmesan cheese
1/2 tsp. dried basil
1/2 tsp. onion powder
5 3/4 cups chicken broth
2 cups chopped fresh spinach
1 cup uncooked mini shells ( or any small pasta like orzo)
1/3 cup finely chopped carrot

1.  In a medium bowl combine ground turkey, egg, bread crumbs, cheese, basil, and onion powder. Shape into 3/4 inch balls.

2.  Using a large sauce pan, heat the ...


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