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Can you believe Fall is here?  Summers seem to fly by faster and faster as my kids grow!  There are tons of fun events going on around the Lake Norman area this week, so check out our calendar, and figure out the best way to entertain, stimulate, and exhaust your kiddos!

We have had some editor changes at Macaroni Kid. . .Cindy is going to be giving up some of her Macaroni Kid duties so she has time to spend with her family while continuing her awesome Green Jeans sale.  She ...


Disney on Ice: Dare to Dream

We have a winner!

Disney on Ice is coming next week {October 5-9} to Time Warner Cable Arena and my daughter can barely contain her excitement!  Plus, as promised, we've got a family 4-pack of tickets to giveaway to one lucky reader.  This ice skating spectactular isn't in town for long, so book your tickets now using discount code ICE.  Ticket prices start at just $7.50 and are available through Ticketmaster.  Are you ready to get tangled up with Rapunzel, boogie down the Bayou with Tiana, & dream with Cinderella? These princesses ...


LEGO KidsFest is Coming to Raleigh!

We have a winner!

Are your kids Lego lovers?  If so, this is a dream come true!  Can you imagine Legos of all kinds in one place?  LEGO & DUPLO® Construction Zones, dozens of large-scale and miniature LEGO models and displays, LEGO Universe and LEGO Games, group builds Creation Nation and Mystery Murals, LEGO Master Builders, and much more!  Coming to Raleigh next weekend is LEGO KidsFest, and we have a discount for our Macaroni Kid readers!  When you order your tickets, use code MKC11 to save $2 per ticket.

 The LEGO® KidsFest is filled ...


Our Town Cinemas: Dolphin Tale!

We have a winner!

We have a winner!  Congrats, Betty!  Check your email!  You are our winner!  Have a great time! 

Have you been to Our Town Cinemas?  You will love it!  Here is a little bit of what sets Our Town Cinemas apart from other movie theaters:

Our Town Cinemas is a 4 screen, first run movie theater located on Griffith St near the Healthy Home Market (across the street from Brickhouse Tavern).  There are two 80-seat theaters and two 40-seat theater designed for comfort. They have comfortable, rock back seats with a ...

Welcome to Cornelius, Pre K Birthday Parties!

We have a winner for a birthday party!

Congrats, Hillary!  Check your email!  You won a birthday party!  Hope your child has an awesome time!  If you missed last week's article on Pre K Birthdays, here it is.  This is a great place to have your child's next birthday party!

Wondering where to have your child's next birthday party? Baindu Wilkinson (aka Bebe) has opened Pre K Birthdays in Cornelius!
This is a great place for kids! Your child would have a memorable birthday party here.  All the parties are themed based and include everything ...


Seussical Review

Don't miss this CTC performance!

Seussical was the buzz word Friday night, during breakfast and all the way down I77 to Children’s Theatre of Charlotte (CTC) inside Imaginon late Saturday morning.  Our four year old, Carson was so excited to be going to be going “out” solo with mom and dad.  No little brother – this show’s for big boys.  

 Like all parents we ask our little ones if they have to go potty prior to a long car ride, before church, and in our case, a play!  Well, what a bathroom trip it ...


Macaroni Review

Check out TRANSFORMERS® RESCUE BOTS PLAYSKOOL HEROES FIRE STATION PRIME Playset

This week a large box arrived on my doorstep.  Of course, all my children came running to see what it was!  We opened it, and inside was a TRANSFORMERS® RESCUE BOTS PLAYSKOOL HEROES FIRE STATION PRIME Playset!  Ben, my 5 year old, wanted to immediately open it, but I decided to make him sweat it out a little.  I made him clean his room, and find 5 toys to give away in place of this new one.  He has never responded so fast in all his 5 years!  After completing ...


This Week's Picks:

October 1st through October 20th

Saturday, October 1 - Wild Over Lake Norman! Backyard Wildlife Fair

The EnergyExplorium at McGuire Nuclear Station invites you to an outdoor celebration. Participants can qualify their property as a “Certified Backyard Wildlife Habitat,” learn about organic gardening, composting & more. Activities will include meeting exotic animals from Zootastic Park, learning about native plants from local experts, exploring the EnergyExplorium’s mile-long nature trail, free pony rides, preparing your garden for next spring, attracting wildlife during the winter and more. The event features children’s activities & info for adults about gardening & wildlife. This event is sponsored by Lake Norman Wildlife Conservationists and hosted by Duke Energy.
Where: The EnergyExplorium at McGuire Nuclear Station
When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: Families
How: Just Come!
Cost: Free!
For more info: HERE
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Friday, October 7 through Sunday, October 9 - LEGO KidsFest

BUY YOUR TICKETS NOW!!!  LEGO KidsFest brings all of the creative hands-on, minds-on fun of LEGO building and experiences together in one activity- and entertainment-packed family event for children of all ages and builders of all skills and interests.  Use code MKC11 and save $2 per ticket!  Check this week's lead article for ticket giveaway!
Where: Raleigh Convention Center,
500 South Salisbury Street,
Raleigh, NC 27601
When: 4:00 PM - 8:30 PM (Fri 4-8:30, Sat 9-1:30 or 3-7:30, Sun 9-1:30 or 3-7:30)
Who: Children of all ages
How: Buy your tickets HERE.
Cost: 2 and under: FREE, Ages 3-17: $18, Adults: $20, and Seniors (over 65): $18.  Note:  Ticket price is PER SESSION. Use code MKC11 and save $2 per ticket!
For more info: HERE
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Saturday, October 20 - The Children's Schoolhouse Carnival

Bounce House, Pony Rides, Games, Cakewalk, Face Painting, Crafts, Music & Live Entertainment, Food & Drinks to Benefit The Children's Schoolhouse.  
Where: Davidson Village Green - Downtown Davidson, NC
When: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: Families!
How: Just Come!
Cost: FREE admission
For more info: For more information visit The Children's Schoolhouse.
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This Week's Calendar:

September 28th through October 5th

Wednesday, September 28 through Thursday, October 6 - Big Splash Charlotte

LAST WEEK!  DON'T MISS IT!!  Take advantage of an easy get-a-way to Great Wolf Lodge during the promotional periods each spring and fall. Big Splash provides family an opportunity to do something they enjoy, while supporting Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Charlotte in continuing to provide one-to-one mentoring programs to children in the Charlotte metro region.
 
Big Splash is the only occasion in which the community can visit Great Wolf Lodge water park without staying overnight.  For a discounted rate persons can enjoy slides, indoor pools and an outdoor pool for the entire day. Visit Great Wolf Lodge to learn more about their fabulous facilities.
 
Where: Great Wolf Lodge
When: Mon-Thurs only!
Who: Everyone
How: Tickets MUST be ordered 3-5 days from HERE in advance for them to be mailed to you.
Cost: Varies.  See website for details.
For more info: Please contact big Brothers, Big Sisters HERE for questions.  Do not contact Great Wolf Lodge for this promotion!!  Thanks!
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Wednesday, September 28 through Saturday, October 1 - Denver Days

Rides, games, craft & jewelry vendors, & local businesses will be on hand. Great food and music every night!
Where: “Downtown Denver” at the corner of St. James Church Road and Highway 16. 
When: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM (gates open at 8 am on 10/01)
Who: All ages.
How: No tickets necessary.
Cost: FREE admission & FREE parking
For more info: Visit Denver Days online:  www.denverdays.com
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Friday, September 30 through Sunday, October 2 - Rural Hill Amazing Maize Maze

The Amazing Maize Maze is one of the largest corn mazes of its kind in the Southeast. The seven acre corn field has over 1.25 miles of interconnecting path, which when viewed from above forms a themed image. The theme this year is “Fit to be A-maized” and focuses on personal and family fitness.
 
Where: Rural Hill, 4431 Neck Rd, Huntersville
When: 10:00 AM - 6:30 PM
Who: Families
How: Just come!
Cost: Adults 13 and up: $10, 5-12: $7, 4 and under are free.  
For more info: Here
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Friday, September 30 through Sunday, October 23 - Children's Theater Charlotte: Seussical

Oh, the thinks you can think, when you think about Seuss! Dr. Seuss’ beloved stories collide in a family musical adventure that has delighted audiences across the country since its 2000 Broadway debut. Steadfast Horton the Elephant, insecure but mighty Gertrude McFuzz, and the mischievous Cat in the Hat take center stage in this colorful extravaganza that celebrates the bonds of friendship, the richness of individual differences, the importance of tolerance and the incredible power of the imagination.
Where: McColl Family Theatre
When: 7:30 PM (Fri, Sat, Sun shows. See website for times!)
Who: Families
How: Purchase tickets here
Cost: $18-$24
For more info: ctcharlotte.org
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Saturday, October 1 - Huntersville Farmers Market

Come enjoy the Huntersville Market every Saturday morning!  The market will offer our citizens wonderful local fresh produce, delicious baked goods, unique jewelry, and charming crafts.
Where: The Market is located on 103 Maxwell Street, Huntersville next to the Caboose.
When: 7:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Everyone!
How: Just come!
Cost: FREE - bring cash and check to purchase produce.
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Saturday, October 1 - Davidson Farmer's Market

Come check out this weekly farmers market!  Support your local farmer’s market!
Where: Next to Town Hall, between to Main and Jackson Streets, Davidson
When: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Families
How: Just come!
Cost: Free to browse, bring cash for awesome local, fresh food purchases!
For more info: HERE
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Saturday, October 1 - FREE CPR Classes from Mooresville Fire Department

In response to daily cardiac emergencies and to reduce community risks, the Mooresville Fire Department is offering free CPR classes the first Saturday of every month from 8:00am to Noon.  Class size is limited to 20 participants and pre-registration is required.
Where: 457 North Main Street, Mooresville
When: 8:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: All ages welcome.
How: Call the Mooresville Fire Department to reserve your spot, 704-664-1338.
Cost: FREE
For more info: HERE or call the Mooresville Fire Department at 704-664-1338 or Assistant Fire Chief, Shane LaCount at 704-746-4564 for more information.
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Saturday, October 1 - Sanctuary of Davidson: Saturday Morning Drop-off

Have your kids get crafty!  Drop your 4 - 10 year old child with us for some serious Saturday morning crafty fun! Go grab a cup of coffee; enjoy the farmers market; get in some Main Street shopping.......take an hour off and let your child get crafty with us!
Where: Sanctuarty of Davidson, 108 S. Main St, Davidson
When: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: ages 4-10
How: Preregister HERE
Cost: A 1 hour drop-off session is $10, 1/2 hour drop-off session is $6
For more info: HERE
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Saturday, October 1 - Home Depot Kid's Build It Yourself Workshop

Build your own Fire Rescue Helicopter!
Where: Home Depot 17111 Statesville Road, Cornelius, NC 28031 (704)987-0490
When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Ages 5-12
How: Just come!
Cost: Free
For more info: HERE
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Saturday, October 1 - Craft at the Crossing Art Festival

Jewelry, Pottery, Paintings, Live Music, & FREE Kids' craft activities.  Live Music is from 1-3 pm. 
Where: Shoppes at Birkdale Crossing behind Hickory Tavern in Huntersville
When: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Who: Families
How: Just come
Cost: Free
For more info: Facebook:  www.facebook.com/craftatthecrossing
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Saturday, October 1 - Barnes and Noble: Birkdale: Kids' Storytime

Storytime
We'll have our NOOKbook Classics Storytime and read Chicka Chicka Boom Boom by Bill Martin, Jr. This is one of our favorite alphabet and rhyming books about what happens when the whole alphabet tries to climb a coconut tree. Mac Kid Editor's note:  I love this book!!
Where: Barnes and Noble Birkdale, Birkdale Village 8725 Townley Road, Huntersville, NC 28078, 704-895-8855  
When: 10:30 AM
Who: Children
How: Just come!
Cost: Free, breakfast available to purchase
For more info: HERE
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Saturday, October 1 through Sunday, October 2 - Davidson Ghost Walk

Join Mrs. Virginia Grzeck, lifelong resident of Mecklenburg county and local history buff for an evening filled with fun and storytelling.  The walking tour shares spooky stories and 176 years of Davidson history!  You are sure to get a surprise or two!  This walk is suitable for all ages and is handicap accessible. 
 
 
Where: In front of the Soda Shop, Downtown Davidson
When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Anyone!  Families!
How: Reserve your spot by emailing [email protected] or call 704-928-5452.
Cost: $10 for Adults, $5 for ages 8-12 and 7 and under are FREE (cash only)
For more info: HERE
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Sunday, October 2 - Sunday Night Rodeo - Stegall's Arena

Stegall's Arena is a fun family-friendly rodeo only 15 minutes from Huntersville and 20 minutes from Mooresville off Odell School Road in Concord.  You'll experience a bunch of fun stuff including: sheep riding (aka muttin bustin'), calf riding, steer riding, amateur bull riding, open bull riding and chute doging (no idea what this is, but it sounds fun). 
Where: Stegall's Arena, 3601 Odell School Road, Concord
When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Gates open at 4:00pm)
Who: Families
How: Just come!
Cost: $7.00 for adults 10 and under are FREE
For more info: HERE
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Monday, October 3 - Barnes And Noble: Birkdale Kid's Club Storytime

Storytime
Rainbow Fish by Marcus Pfister tells the story of a lonely, beautiful fish that overcomes his pride and shares his beauty to gain friendship. After the story, we'll make our own lovely, shiny fish friends.
Where: Barnes and Noble Birkdale 8725 Townley Road Huntersville, NC 28078, 704-895-8855
When: 10:30 AM
Who: All ages
How: Just come!
Cost: Free
For more info: HERE
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Monday, October 3 through Tuesday, October 4 - Davidson Library: Paws to Read

Paws to Read is on Monday and Tuesday afternoons at 4.  Come read to a certified therapy dog! Our therapy dogs love children and love to be read to.
Where:  Davidson Library, 119 South Main St., Davidson
When: 4:00 PM
Who: Ages 5-11
How: Just come!
Cost: Free!
For more info: HERE
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Monday, October 3 - Chick Fil A - Mooresville

Mother and Son Date Knight!  Take some time and spend it with your son!  Make your reservation HERE!
Where: 457 River Highway, Mooresville
When: 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Who: Moms and their sons
How: Must Make reservations!!!
Cost: Depends on what you eat!
For more info: HERE
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Monday, October 3 - Chick Fil A - Lake Norman

Mother and Son Date Knight!  Come spend some quality time with your son!  Make a reservation HERE!
Where: Lake Norman Chick Fil A, Huntersville
When: 4:30 PM - 7:30 PM
Who: Moms and Sons
How: Must Make Reservations!!
Cost: Depends on how much that son of yours can eat!
For more info: HERE
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Tuesday, October 4 - Lego Store Mini Model Build

 Join in the LEGO® Store Monthly Mini Model Build! 
Visit the Concord Mills LEGO Store on the first Tuesday of every month and you can learn how to build a cool mini model, and take it home – for free! Quantities are limited and offer is good while supplies last only. A new model will be available every month.   Models are not for sale and cannot be purchased. One free per child.
Where: Lego Store at Concord Mills
When: 5:00 PM (Starts at 5, goes until supplies last.)
Who: Ages 6-14 only
How: Just come!
Cost: Free!
For more info: HERE
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Wednesday, October 5 through Sunday, October 9 - Disney on Ice: Dare to Dream

Get tangled up in the newest thrilling show to hit the ice, Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream. Experience Disney’s newest favorite Tangled and then boogie on down the bayou with Princess Tiana & friends from The Princess and the Frog. Dreams become reality as Cinderella meets her Prince Charming, with a glass slipper fit for a dream come true.  Experience the beauty, sparkle, and spirit when Disney On Ice presents Dare to Dream comes to Time Warner Cable Arena!
Where: Time Warner Cable Arena, Charlotte
When: Times vary throughout the weekend
Who: Families & Disney lovers of all ages
How: Tickets available through Ticketmaster.
Cost: Tickets start at just $7.50
For more info: For more information about Disney on Ice, visit them online.  
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Teen Scene:

Wednesday, October 5 - Cornelius Library Get Your Game On

Learn, Quest, Play: Wii
Teamwork, problem solving and critical thinking have never been so much fun. Join your peers to develop your skills and engage with the library on a whole new level.
Where: Cornelius Library
21105 Catawba Avenue
Cornelius, NC 28031
(704) 416-3800
When: 5:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: Teens (12-18)
How: Just come!
Cost: Free
For more info: Click here for more info
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Plan Ahead:

October 8th through October 15th

Saturday, October 8 - Lowe's Build and Grow Workshop

Your kids will love building this Halloween Monster Machine and creating lots of funny monster combinations afterwards!
Where: Lowe's Home Improvement, 16830 Statesville Rd, Huntersville
When: 10:00 AM
Who: All kids
How: Sign up HERE, or just go!
Cost: Free
For more info: HERE
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Saturday, October 15 - Fall Festival at the Academy of Dance and Fine Arts

ADFA will host its first annual Fall Festival with Arts, Crafts, Food, Live Music, Dancing, Games, and Face Painting. Festival will also include vendors from Thirty One, Pampered Chef, and Lia Sophia just to name a few.
Where: Academay of Dance and Fine Arts,  780 Brawley School Road, Mooresville
When: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: Everyone!
How: Just Come!
Cost: Free!
For more info: HERE
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Moms Charlotte Weekly Link

Caffeine? Bring it on!

Do you NEED a daily dose of caffeine?  Good news!  You are less likely to be depressed!  Check out the article and learn more!   Thanks, MomsCharlotte for keeping us informed!

September is Childhood Cancer Awareness Month

Find out how you can help right here in the Charlotte area with Cookies for Kid's Cancer!

Here in Charlotte during the month of September, Cookies for Kid's Cancer has partnered with local businesses to raise money for pediatric cancer. Please support these local businesses, and in turn support Cookies for Kid's Cancer!

30 Days for a Cure calendar

 The inspiration behind the effort is local first grader, Grier Christenbury, and the ‘little warriors’ also battling the disease.  Grier is a 7 year old from Charlotte who has been battling Neuroblastoma, a type of pediatric cancer, since the age of 2 1/2.  He is ...

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Library Storytime!

Here are all the local library weekly storytimes!

Cornelius branch:

At the Cornelius branch, Storytime will resume September 7!

Baby Storytime Wednesdays at 10:30
Babies experience brain stimulation through language and socialization. New sights and sounds are shared with a parent/caregiver through books, songs, and rhymes. Ages: Up to 18 months.

Toddler Storytime Wednesdays at 11:00
Toddlers build language skills, participate in music and movement activities, and discover the fun of books. Explore letters, sounds, and new words through stories and activities. Ages: 18 to 36 months

Pre-School Storytime Wednesdays at 11:30
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My Little Pony

When evaluating an app for kids, I look for two elements; first, can my child use the app by themselves, and second, is there a fun way my child and I play with the app together.   My Little Pony: Twilight Sparkle, Teacher for a Day from Ruckus Media and Hasbro gets a big “yes” on both counts.


My Little Pony: Twilight Sparkle, Teacher for a Day is primarily a storybook with two reading modes.   In the “read to me” mode, the app reads the story and highlights the words in ...


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