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Books Weighting Our Kids Down?
By: Nicki Hemby
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 ...
Mabels Labels Giveaway!
The Ultimate Back to School Combo
I am so pleased to be able to offer an Ultimate Back to School Combo (a $44 value) from Mabel's Labels. I was sent a free set to check out, and I have to say they sure come in handy now that school has started. Mabel's Labels are UV resistant, dishwasher, microwave and laundry safe stickers with your choice of colors, theme, and you can also choose if you want just a name, phone number- what ever! I got my set for my niece who is going into ...
Peacock Fun Facts
By: Melissa Davis, Stone Oak Macaroni Kid
As I venture down the road of homeschool preschool with Allie, I've discovered that many day to day activities can be learning opportunities. Wednesday morning we watched as the birds pecked at the
bread we sprinkled on the back patio for them. Among the normal group
of birds we spotted an interesting looking bird with a tail that stood
straight up. I quickly reached for the bird identification book. This
sent Allie searching for her own science reader book about birds and so
we sat down and began our ...
Friday, September 3 - Spiders in Florida: A Class
Where: Delnor-Wiggins Pass State Park, 11135 Gulfshore Dr.When: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AMWho: All AgesHow: Register in advance by calling 597-6196Cost: $6 Parking Fee, Class is free
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Saturday, September 4 - Wild Animals Exhibit at Third Street South Farmers Market
Where: Third Street SouthWhen: 7:30 AM - 11:30 AMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: Free
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Saturday, September 4 - Free admission at the Zoo!
Where: Naples Zoo and Caribbean Gardens, 1590 Goodlette-FrankWhen: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM (First Saturday Each Month)Who: Collier Co. ResidentsHow: Bring ID with proof of residency for free admissionCost: FreeFor more info: www.napleszoo.com
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Saturday, September 4 through Monday, September 6 - Clyde Butcher's Annual Labor Day Muck-About
Where: Big Cypress Gallery, 52388 Tamiami Trail East, Ochopee FlWhen: 9:00 AM (Also at 2:00 pm Monday 9/6 is 9:00am & 12:00pm)Who: Recommended ages 6 and olderHow: Register in advance by calling 239/695-2428Cost: $50 for Adults, Children under 18 are free with paid adult. Cost includes $25 credit to use in the gallery.For more info: Visit http://clydebutcher.com/
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Saturday, September 4 through Monday, September 6 - Bass Pro Shops U.S. Army Celebration Events
Where: Bass Pro Shop, Gulf Coast Town CenterWhen: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Also on 9/11 & 12)Who: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Call 461-7800. Bring in your new or gently used DVD's Video Games and books to be sent to our troops. Be one of the first 200 people to donate an item and receive a Sportsman's Racing Team poster. (First 25 get a signed poster)
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Saturday, September 4 - Big Brother/Big Sister Welcome Home Canvas
Where: Michael's Arts and Crafts, 2253 Pine Ridge Rd Ste BWhen: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: Ages 3 and UpHow: Just Show up between 1 & 3Cost: Instruction free with purcase of canvasFor more info: Call 593-5640
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Sunday, August 29 through Sunday, October 31 - Conservancy of Southwest Florida Nature Centure Temporarily Closed but Members get Free Admission at Zoo!
Where: Conservancy of Southwest Florida & The Naples Zoo at Caribbean GardensWhen: n/aWho: Conservancy MembersHow: Show your vaild Conservancy Membership Card at the Zoo Ticket Booth for AdmissionCost: Free with annual Conservancy MembershipFor more info: www.conservancy.org/campaign
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Monday, August 30 through Friday, December 31 - Kids Book Review Club
Where: Headquarter Regional Library, South Regional Library, Estates Branch Library and Golden Gate Branch LibraryWhen: n/aWho: Children entering grades 1-5How: Check in with the Children's department librarian.Cost: Free
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Monday, August 30 through Friday, September 10 - Get On The Bus
Where: All Collier Co. 5/3 Bank LocationsWhen: 8:30 AMWho: EveryoneHow: Just Stop byCost: *For more info: visit www.educationforcollier.org
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Thursday, September 2 through Friday, December 31 - Weekly Events at The Naples Zoo
Where: Naples Zoo, 1590 Goodlette-FrankWhen: n/aWho: All AgesHow: General admision tickets are avaiable at the door.Cost: $11.95 Children 3-12, $19.95 Adults age 13+, children 3 and under freeFor more info: Call 239/262-5409 or visit www.napleszoo.org
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Thursday, September 2 through Thursday, September 30 - Weekly Events at Rookery Bay
Where: Rookery Bay, 300 Tower Road, 3/4 miles south of the intersection of RT. 41 and Collier Blvd.When: n/aWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: Free with general admission (Adults: $5, Children 5-12 $3,Children 12 & Under free on Fridays all summer, Children under 6 always free.) Click here for a $1 coupon!For more info: Call 239/417-6310 or visit www.rookerybay.org
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Thursday, September 2 - Toddler Story Time
Where: Estates Branch Library, 1266 Golden Gate Blvd. W.When: 10:00 AMWho: Children Ages 16 months- 3 yearsHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Call 455-8088
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Thursday, September 2 - Drop In Activity Time
Where: East Naples Branch Library, 8787 Tamiami Trail E.When: 10:30 AM (Every Thursday)Who: Children ages 16 months- 5 years are welcome.How: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Call 775-5592
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Thursday, September 2 - Preschool Story Time
Where: Estates Branch Library, 1266 Golden Gate Blvd. W.When: 10:30 AM (Every Thursday)Who: Ages 3-5 years old.How: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Call 455-8088
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Thursday, September 2 - Sea Turtle Program
Where: Barefoot Beach Preserve, Learning Center off of Barefoot Beach Blvd. in the first lot on the rightWhen: 11:00 AM (Every Thursday)Who: All AgesHow: Call 252-4024 for reservationsCost: Free
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Thursday, September 2 - Preschool Story Time
Where: Naples Regional Library, 650 Central Ave.When: 11:00 AM (Every Thursday)Who: Children ages 3-5 years oldHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Call 262-6853
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Thursday, September 2 - Miracle Baseball Games
Where: Hammond Stadium, 14400 Ben C Pratt/6 Mile Cypress PkwyWhen: 7:05 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Tickets can be purchased by calling 239/768-4210Cost: Tickets start at $6.50For more info: http://web.minorleaguebaseball.com
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Friday, September 3 - Baby Boot Camp
Where: Mercato, 9259 Mercato Way The Village on Venitian Bay, 4200 Gulf Shore Boulevard NorthWhen: 9:00 AM (Every Monday, Wednesday & Friday at Mercato, Every Tuesday & Thursday at Venitian Village)Who: Moms & BabiesHow: Just show up or register in advanceCost: $15 a class, discounts are available for multiple classesFor more info: www.babybootcamp.com
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Friday, September 3 - Make and Take Library Crafts
Where: Naples Regional Library, 650 Central Ave.When: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: Best for preschool aged childrenHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Call 262-6853
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Friday, September 3 through Monday, September 6 - Kids Free All Weekend At the Zoo
Where: Naples Zoo at Carribbean GardensWhen: 9:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: Children 12 and underHow: One Child Free Admission with coupon at http://www.napleszoo.com/Visitor_Info/visitor-info.htm with every paid Adult AdmissionCost: Adult Admission
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Friday, September 3 - Fancy Nancy Tea Party
Where: Learning Express, 2460 VanderbiltWhen: 3:30 PM - 4:30 PMWho: Ages 3+How: Call 594-2525. Reservations requiredCost: $7For more info: www.learningexpressnaples.com
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Friday, September 3 - Open Gym Night
Where: Gymnastic World, 2187 Trade Center WayWhen: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Every Friday)Who: Ages 5 and olderHow: Just Show Up or call in advance 592-0608Cost: $10 per childFor more info: www.gwnaples.com
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Saturday, September 4 - North Naples Green Market
Where: Collection at Vanderbilt - Space 126, 2355 Vanderbilt Beach RdWhen: 8:30 AM - 12:30 PMWho: EveryoneHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: www.northnaplesgreenmarket.com
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Saturday, September 4 - Guided Nature Walk
Where: Barefoot Beach Preserve, 2 Barefoot Beach Blvd Bonita SpringsWhen: 9:00 AM (Every Saturday)Who: Suitable for all agesHow: Register by calling 252-4024 or 252-4060Cost: Free
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Saturday, September 4 - Auditions for the Philharmonic Youth Chorale
Where: Philharmonic Center for the Arts, 5833 Pelican Bay Blvd.When: 9:00 AMWho: Ages 7-17How: You must contact Sheila Mesulam and fill out paperwork prior to getting an audition time. 252-2642Cost: Annual tuition is $100. The one time music fee is $25.For more info: Call 252-2642
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Saturday, September 4 - Kids Fishing Clinic
Where: Bass Pro Shops, Gulf Coast Town Center, down by the LakeWhen: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Every first Saturday)Who: All AgesHow: Just show UpCost: FreeFor more info: www.basspro.com
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Saturday, September 4 through Sunday, September 5 - Tour of Koreshan Historic Site
Where: Koreshan State Park, intersection of Corkscrew Road and U.S. 41, EsteroWhen: 10:00 AM (Every Saturday and Sunday)Who: All Ages WelcomeHow: Go to the ranger's station by 9:30AM and let the ranger know you are there for the tourCost: $4 Parking Fee, Tour costs $2 per adults, $1 per childFor more info: Call 992-0311
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Saturday, September 4 - Young Inventor’s Program at Edison & Ford Winter Estates
Where: Edison & Ford Winter Estates, 2350 McGregor Blvd., Fort MyersWhen: 1:00 PM (Saturdays in September)Who: All AgesHow: Due to limited space, the tour will be on a first come first serve basis and includes admission to the Lab and Museum.Cost: Program cost is Estates Members FREE; $12 adults, $5 children ages 6 -12 and FREE to 5 and under.For more info: www.efwefla.org.
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Sunday, September 5 - Canoe through the Estuary
Where: Barefoot Beach, Bonita Springs meet at the Learning Center and wear clothes and shoes that can get wet.When: 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM (Every Sunday)Who: Ages 6 and OlderHow: Register by calling 252-4024 or 252-4060Cost: $5 per person
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Sunday, September 5 - Elmo Live!
Where: Learning Express, 2460 Vanderbilt Beach Road #400When: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Call (239) 594-2525
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Tuesday, September 7 - Moms and Tots Storytime with Miss Jessica and Miss Felicia
Where: Barnes & Noble, Waterside ShopsWhen: 10:00 AMWho: All ages, best for toddlers.How: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Call 239/598-5200
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Tuesday, September 7 - Mother Goose Time
Where: Headquarters Regional Library, 2385 Orange Blossom DriveWhen: 10:00 AM (Also offered Wednesdays at 11:30 AM)Who: Children ages 3-15 monthsHow: Register in advance by calling 593-0870Cost: FreeFor more info: Call 593-0870
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Tuesday, September 7 through Wednesday, September 8 - Toddler Story Time
This wonderul library program features books, flannelboard stories, songs, and games. The same program is presented on both Tuesday and Wednesday.
Where: Naples Regional Library, 650 Central Ave.When: 10:30 AM (Offered on Wednesday too!)Who: children ages 16 months-3 yearsHow: Just Show upCost: FreeFor more info: Call: 262-6853
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Wednesday, September 8 - Guided Kayak Tours
Where: Rookery Bay, 300 Tower Road, 3/4 mile south of the intersection of Rt. 41 and Collier Blvd.When: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Every Wednesday)Who: Children 12+, Children 12-18 must have an adult present.How: Register by calling 417-6310 ext. 413 or online at www.rookerybay.orgCost: $40, $35 for FORB membersFor more info: www.rookerybay.org
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Wednesday, September 8 - Free Kid Craft
Where: Moromar Outlets near PlaylandWhen: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM (every Wednesday)Who: Toddlers to 12How: Just show up.Cost: FreeFor more info: www.miromaroutlets.com
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Wednesday, September 8 through Thursday, September 9 - Toddler Story Time
Where: Estates Branch Library, 1266 Golden Gate Blvd. W.When: 10:00 AM (Wednesdays and Thursdays)Who: For children ages 16 months - 3 yearsHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Call 455-8088
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Wednesday, September 8 - Kids Yoga with Christine Miles
Where: Bala Vinyasa Yoga, 6200 Trail Blvd, Room BWhen: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM (Please arrive 10 minutes early)Who: 5-8 Year OldsHow: Register on-line at www.bvyoga.com or call 598-1938Cost: $10For more info: One of the great things about this kids yoga, is that at the same time Mom can take her own yoga class in Room A.
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Thursday, September 9 - Dora Live! at Learning Express
Where: Learning Express, 2460 Vanderbilt Beach RoadWhen: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: www.learningexpresnaples.com
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Thursday, September 9 - Collier County Autism Support Group
Where: North Naples United Methodist Church, Founder's Hall, 6000 Goodlette RoadWhen: 7:15 PM (Resource fair begins at 6:30)Who: Everyone is welcomeHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: www.jamesmw.com
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Friday, September 10 - Thomas Playdate
Where: Learning Express, 2460 VanderbiltWhen: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Call 594-2525 Reservations are requiredCost: Free
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Thursday, September 2 through Thursday, September 9 - Habitat for Humanity
Where: In Naples, Regal Acres off Greenway Rd, In Immokalee, Liberty Landing by Lake Trafford ElementaryWhen: 7:45 AM - 12:00 PM (Not on Sunday. Immokalee crews work until 2:00)Who: Ages 14 and older, with signed waiver of liabilityHow: For groups of 10 or more, call 775-0036 to schedule, otherwise just show up. new crew members are welcomed daily.Cost: FreeFor more info: www.habitatcollier.org or call 775-0036
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Friday, September 3 - The Twilight Fan Book Club
Where: Barnes & Noble, Waterside Shops 5377 Tamiami Trail N.When: 7:00 PMWho: Twilight FansHow: Just Show UpCost: FreeFor more info: Call 598-5200
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Thursday, September 16 through Thursday, October 21 - Self-Esteem building group for girls
Where: Youth Haven, 5867 Whitaker Rd.When: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PMWho: Girls ages 8-14How: Register by calling Ms. Weisberg at 687-5172Cost: $40For more info: e-mail questions to kim.weisberg@youthhaven.net
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Thursday, September 23 - Teen Driving Challenge
Where: Barron Collier Highschool, room 538When: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Second Day is Saturday 9/25 8:00am- 4:00pm)Who: Collier Co. licensed Teen DriversHow: Register by calling 793-9260Cost: Free
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Saturday, September 11 - Free Craft at Lowe's, Pet Leash Holder
Where: Lowe's, 6409 Naples BoulevardWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: Children 3 and upHow: Register on-line at www.lowesbuildandgrow.com or call 596-2570. Space is very limited.Cost: FreeFor more info: https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/
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Saturday, September 11 - Auditions for A Christmas Carol at Sugden Community Theater
Where: Sugden Community Theater, 701 5th Avenue SouthWhen: 12:00 PMWho: Boys 8-15, Girls 8-15 Everyone is welcome to audition, no roles are pre-cast.How: Just show up, appointments are not necessary.Cost: FreeFor more info: Scripts are available for 72 hours with a $20 deposit. Call 434-7340 ext. 10 for more info.
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Thursday, September 23 through Sunday, September 26 - Disney On Ice: Princess Wishes
Where: Germain ArenaWhen: 7:30 PM (Also at 11:30 & 3:30 9/25 and 1 & 5 on 9/26)Who: All AgesHow: Click on their ad on this website or visit www.ticketmaster.com for ticketsCost: Tickets start at $16For more info: www.disneyonice.com
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Saturday, September 25 - Walk for the Way: United Way of Collier Co.
Where: North Collier Regional Park, 15000 Livingston Rd.When: 9:00 AM (Check in begins at 8:00 am)Who: All AgesHow: Sign up at www.unitedwayofcolliercounty.orgCost: $10 entrance feeFor more info: Call 261-7112
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Cool New Free Site for Organizing
By: Treasure Hatch
At first I thought.. OK this is great! Someone wants a shout out for their product, let me check it out. But Brian isn't affiliated with Cozi, he is a user that loves it and though Macaroni Kid would be a
perfect forum for it. Why?
- Its Free - YOU KNOW I LOVE FREE!
- Its for busy families - Aren't we all so crazy busy?
- Its user friendly - no complicated set up or tutorials... a three minute video and I am HOOKED!
From the Cozi website:
Cozi is a FREE ...
Peacock Hand Print Craft
By: Melissa Davis, Stone Oak Macaroni Kid
What you need:
Three or more colors of paint
Clean hands
One paintbrush for each color of paint
A large piece of paper for the background
A smaller piece of paper for the body (or paint it on)
A googly eye (or paint the eye on)
1. Carefully paint the hand in the design you want for the feathers. You will need to repaint the hand after a couple of prints so let your child know ahead of time to keep their hand open with fingers
out straight through the ...
Geocaching
By: Nicki Hemby
So, if your kids balk at the thought of an afternoon hike, this is the perfect way to entice them. Go online to www.geocaching.comand enter your zip code. The site will list all the "caching" locations in your area. Take your ...



