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Dear readers,

I hope you find that Riverdale Macaroni Kid is indeed your "one-stop-shop" for all things family friendly in Riverdale!  Each week we work hard to bring you a comprehensive list of events in and around our neighborhood. If you have an event to promote, please e-mail me (donnad@macaronikid.com) or submit the information via the button above.

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Monster Jam Ready To Roll Into New York Tri-State

Nassua Coliseum Jan. 27-29th and The Izod Center Feb. 3-4th

Congratulations to Roy P., winner of the Family 4-Pack to see Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam®!  For those of you who may want to join in on the fun, tickets are still on sale for this weekend at Nassau Coliseum and the IZOD Center from February 3 - 4, 2012.

This show will feature some of the most popular monster trucks ever assembled to compete at Nassau Coliseum and IZOD Center, led by the legendary Grave Digger®, celebrating its 30th anniversary!  Other trucks will include Turtle, Crushstation, Shockwave and Thrasher ...


Dare. Dream. Do.

Black History Month

February is more than hearts, candy and roses. It’s a month to remember and celebrate those who inspired an entire people. It is also a time for all of us to reflect upon the hardships that so many had endured for the pursuit of equality. Taking quality time this month to share and appreciate Black History is something we here at Macaroni Kid encourage!

Education.com has put together a great quiz of 10 questions on black history. The questions are multiple choice format and whether you get the ...


Best Valentine’s Day Gift EVER Returns

Flowers wilt. Candlelight fades. Roaches are forever.

Valentine’s Day is upon us and there is no better way to say “forever” than with the gift of a cockroach. The Wildlife Conservation Society’s Bronx Zoo is offering a light-hearted way to make sure your loved one knows your feelings are forever – with a roach in their name and a 100 percent solid dark chocolate COCOA-ROACH.  (*Please note that it is NOT a chocolate covered roach!)

 Visit www.bronxzoo.com/roach to see the video and place an order. Each name costs $10; COCOA-ROACHES are an additional ...


This Week's Picks:

Saturday, January 28 through Sunday, January 29 - Annie @ Riverdale Children's Theater

The beloved Broadway classic!

Saturday - 8:00pm Sunday - 2:00pm, 6:00pm
Where: Lovinger Theater Lehman College - 250 Bedford Park Blvd.
When: 8:00 PM
Who: Ages 5 and up
How: Purchase tickets online
Cost: $15.00
For more info: http://riverdaletheatre.org/Riverdale_Theatre/Welcome.html
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This Week's Calendar:

January 26th through February 1st

Thursday, January 26 - Toddler Story Time @ Spuyten Duyvil Library

Toddlers from and their parents/caregivers can enjoy interactive stories, action songs, and fingerplays, and spend time with other toddlers in the neighborhood.  Upcoming dates:
Where: 650 W. 235th St. (at Independence Ave.)
When: 10:30 AM (Repeats at 11:30AM)
Who: 18 months to 3 years old
How: Pick up tickets at the front desk when you arrive.  There is a 50 person maximum so first come, first served.
Cost: Free
For more info: Call (718) 796-1202
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Thursday, January 26 - Baby Lapsit @ Kingsbridge Library

Stories, Songs, Fingerplays, Flannelboard Illustrations, for babies birth to 18 months for parents/caregivers.  Upcoming dates: 1/26
Where: 291 West 231st Street, Bronx, NY 10463
When: 10:30 AM
Who: Ages 0 - 18 months
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.nypl.org/locations/kingsbridge
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Friday, January 27 - Fun Fridays @ Riverdale Library

XBOX Kinect, Wii and Board games of all types and all skill levels
Where: Riverdale Library, 5540 Mosholu Avenue (at W. 256th St.)
When: 3:30 PM
Who: Ages 5 - 12
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.nypl.org/locations/riverdale
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Saturday, January 28 through Sunday, January 29 - Family Art Project @ Wave Hill

Natural Nature Books/Libros de la naturaleza With guest artist and book maker Wennie Huang, learn how to create both simple and sophisticated books for all ages. Write your own short story about the woods, and press some natural materials between its hand-bound pages.
Where: Ecology Building, Wave Hill, Riverdale
When: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: All ages.
How: Just show up.
Cost: Free with admission to the grounds. (On Saturdays, admission to the grounds is free until noon).
For more info: www.wavehill.org  
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Saturday, January 28 through Sunday, January 29 - Stone Barns: Hands on the Farm: Egg Collecting

Pitch in with hands-on farm activities every Saturday and Sunday this spring, and see how farm life changes with the seasons! Learn about the life of a hen at Stone Barns, and join in to collect eggs.
Where: Stone Barns Center for Food and Agriculture, 630 Bedford Road, Pocantico Hills, NY
When: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM (Repeats at 12:00PM)
Who: Ages 2 to 14
How: Advanced registration via phone (914-366-6200) or online is required.
Cost: $7 per child. Adults may accompany children free of charge.
For more info: http://www.stonebarnscenter.org/
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Saturday, January 28 - Crafts for Kids @ Lakeshore

Groundhog Puppet - Enjoy the changing seasons...with a cute-as-can-be groundhog puppet kids will love to make!
Where: Lakeshore Learning Store, Midway Shopping Center, 969A Central Park Ave., Scarsdale, NY 10583
When: 11:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: Ages 3 and up
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: 914-472-1820 or http://www.lakeshorelearning.com/general_content/store_locations/storeCrafts.jsp?f=m
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Saturday, January 28 - River Explorers @ Beczak Environmental Center

Winter Survival - Discover ways animals in the Hudson Valley adapt to winter.
Where: Beczak Environmental Education Center, 35 Alexander Street, Yonkers
When: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Ages 5 - 12
How: Registration required. Contact Vicky at 914-377-1900 x 12 or vgarufi@beczak.org
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.beczak.org
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Saturday, January 28 - Berenstian Bears LIVE!

The Berenstain Bears LIVE! Musical brings everyone's favorite bear family to life in a thrilling theatrical experience that kids as well as their parents will treasure for many years to come. As always, Bear Country is not without its complications: Brother Bear's grades are slipping, Sister Bear still has a few things to learn about making new friends, and Papa Bear just can't stop eating junk food. Thankfully, we can always depend on Mama Bear and her loving patience to help set things right. The Berenstain Bears LIVE! will give boys and girls of all ages the chance to fall in love with these characters, just as their parents did when they were growing up. Saturday - 11AM Sunday - 2PM
Where: Marjorie S. Deane Little Theatre
10 W. 64th St & Central Park W.
When: 11:00 AM (Sunday shows @ 2pm)
Who: All ages
How: Purchase tickets online
Cost: $35 - $60
For more info: http://www.berenstainbearslive.com/
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Saturday, January 28 through Sunday, January 29 - Giggle Giggle Quack @ Manhattan's Children Theatre

Giggle Giggle Quack
Where: Manhattan Children's Theatre, 52 White Street, Tribeca
When: 12:00 PM (Additional show at 2:00PM)
Who: All ages
How: Call (212) 352-3101 or purchase tickets online
Cost: Adults - $18, Children - $16, Senior - $17
For more info: http://www.manhattanchildrenstheatre.org/index.htm
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Saturday, January 28 through Sunday, January 29 - Arts & Crafts @ Hudson River Museum

My Day in Pictures
After seeing Winfred Rembert’s scenes of daily life in the exhibition, Amazing Grace, create your own colorful picture of your day with felt.
Where: Hudson River Museum, 511 Warburton Avenue, Yonkers, NY
When: 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM
Who: All ages.
How: Just show up.
Cost: Free with admission to the museum. (Adults- $5; Seniors and Children - $3)
For more info: www.hrm.org
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Saturday, January 28 through Sunday, January 29 - The History Mystery @ Tada Theater

A musical time travel adventure! Meet Martin Luther King, Jr., Eleanor Roosevelt, the Wright Brothers and others as children.
Where: 15 West 28th Street, NY, NY 10001, Between Broadway and 5th
When: 2:00 PM (Repeats at 4:00PM)
Who: Ages 5 and up
How: Purchase tickets online
Cost: Adults: $25, $20...Children: $15, $8
For more info: http://www.tadatheater.com/default.asp
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Saturday, January 28 through Sunday, January 29 - Frog Prince @ Galli Theater

Children and adults will be delighted by the silly antics of the princess, the king and a very animated frog. This play - while incredibly humorous - leaves audiences spellbound by the life lessons it reveals.
Where: National Comedy Theater, 347 West 36th Street
When: 2:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: BUY TICKETS online or call 212-352-3101
Cost: $20 adults; $15 kids
For more info: http://www.gallitheaterny.com/Kids_Shows.html
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Sunday, January 29 - Scavenger Hunt @ Crotona Park

We connect children with nature to encourage active exploration of the natural world. Children who spend time outdoors develop strong imaginations and learn to socialize better with others. Urban Park Rangers are role models who encourage children to let their imaginations run wild in a safe, supportive atmosphere. While most of our programs are family friendly, the programs highlighted here are specifically for young children and families. Whether enjoying a family friendly movie under the stars, freeing your imagination playing in nature, or learning about conservation through eco-crafts, a free Ranger program is the perfect addition to your family’s weekend. All supplies provided.
Where: Crotona Nature Center (in Crotona Park), Bronx
When: 1:00 PM
Who: Ages 3 and up
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.nycgovparks.org/events/2012/01/29/scavenger-hunt
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Monday, January 30 - Nature Bugs: Drop-in Class @ GNC

Meet a museum animal each week, hear a story, do a craft or nature game.    
Where: Greenburgh Nature Center, Scarsdale
When: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Who: Children 2 - 5 years old with a parent or caregiver
How: Just show up.
Cost: Members: $5 adult; $4 child. Non-members: $9 adult; $7 child.
For more info: Children should be dressed for outdoor activity for all the classes listed below. Except in extreme conditions, a portion of each class may be spent outdoors. Please be aware that program admittance closes 15 minutes after the start of the program.
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Monday, January 30 - Reading Aloud @ Spuyten Duyvil Library

A librarian will share favorite picture books, providing children with the wonder of books and the joy of reading.  Upcoming Dates:
Where: 650 W. 235th St. (at Independence Ave.)
When: 4:00 PM
Who: For ages 5 to 12 years old.
How: Just show up.
Cost: Free  
For more info: Call (718) 796-1202
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Tuesday, January 31 - Toddler Story Time @ Riverdale Library

Toddlers and their parents/caregivers can enjoy interactive stories, action songs, and fingerplays, and spend time with other toddlers in the neighborhood. Upcoming dates:
Where: 5540 Mosholu Avenue (at W. 256th St.)
When: 11:30 AM
Who: Toddlers from 18 months to 3 years old and their parents.
How: Just show up.
Cost: Free
For more info: Call (718) 549-1212
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Wednesday, February 1 - Critters, Crafts and Kids: Drop-in Class @ GNC

Children and parents or caregivers come for an hour of nature fun. Enjoy wonderful days at the Center with walks, live animals, stories and crafts.  
Where: Greenburgh Nature Center
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Children 1 1/2- 5 years old and their parent or caregiver
How: Just show up. No Pre-Registration or Pre-Payment Required (all classes include admission to indoor exhibits and Animal Museum; participants should dress for outdoor activity as, except in extreme conditions, a portion of each class is spent outdoors; program admittance closes 10 minutes after start of program  
Cost: Members: $5 adult; $4 child. Non-members: $9 adult; $7 child.
For more info: Children should be dressed for outdoor activity. Except in extreme conditions, a portion of each class may be spent outdoors. Please be aware that program admittance closes 15 minutes after the start of the program.
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Wednesday, February 1 - Toddler Story Time @ Kingsbridge Library

Books, fingerplays, puppets at Kingsbridge Library.  Upcoming dates:
Where: 291 West 231st Street, Bronx, NY 10463
When: 11:00 AM
Who: Ages 18 - 36 months
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.nypl.org/locations/kingsbridge
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Wednesday, February 1 - Reading Aloud @ Riverdale Library

A librarian will share favorite picture books, providing children with the wonder of books and the joy of reading.
Where: 540 Mosholu Avenue (at W. 256th St.)
When: 4:00 PM
Who: Ages 3 to 5
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.nypl.org/locations/riverdale
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Wednesday, February 1 - Read Aloud @ Kingsbridge Library

Books read aloud to kids.  Upcoming dates:
Where: 291 West 231st Street, Bronx, NY 10463
When: 4:30 PM
Who: Ages 5 - 12
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Teen Scene:

January 26th through January 31st

Thursday, January 26 - Financial Aid 101 @ Riverdale Library

Spend an hour and learn the ins and outs of financial aid. A Kaplan representative will guide you through the terminology, the deadlines, and the different types of awards.
Where: Riverdale Library, 5540 Mosholu Avenue (at W. 256th St.)
When: 4:00 PM
Who: Ages 13 - 18
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.nypl.org/locations/riverdale
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Friday, January 27 - Teen Advisory Group @ Kingsbridge Library

So … why should YOU become a TAG member?
* Brainstorm with other teens about how to improve your library.
* Have a say in what books, music, etc. that you’d like us to order.
* Help choose the free programs we’ll offer in the coming year.
* Review books, movies, and more for the Stuff For the Teen Age blog.
* Earn an hour of service credit for each session you attend.
* Eat, drink, and be merry! [Yes, refreshments will be served!]
Where: 291 West 231st Street, Bronx, NY 10463
When: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Ages 13 - 18
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE
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Tuesday, January 31 - Teen Cafe @ Riverdale Library

Come hang out with your friends in a cool, casual environment. Bring snacks to enjoy while you listen to the radio & chat with your friends. Use laptops to do your homework, watch videos, play games, & more.  Upcoming Dates:
Where: Riverdale Library, 5540 Mosholu Avenue (at W. 256th St.)
When: 4:30 PM
Who: Ages 13 - 18
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: Call (718) 549-1212
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Plan Ahead:

February 5th through February 20th

Sunday, February 5 - Beautiful Dirt @ GNC

This exciting and interactive exhibit is an introduction to the astonishing world of dirt – a world that should not be feared or ignored, but rather explored, respected and nurtured. Come dig your hands in and discover the secret world that lies beneath us all. Light refreshments will be served and a naturalist will be on hand to discuss the exhibit.
Where: Greenburgh Nature Center, Scarsdale
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Ages 3 and up
How: Just show up
Cost: FREE w/ paid admission
For more info: http://greenburghnaturecenter.org/
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Saturday, February 11 through Sunday, February 12 - Gustafer Yellowgold's Golden Heart Symphony

Sat, Feb 11 at 11 am
Sun, Feb 12 at 4 pm Gustafer Yellowgold fans rejoice! The Gustafer experience is growing a whole lot bigger as singer-songwriter-musician Morgan Taylor and his band are joined by New York City's The Chelsea Symphony for this epic, symphonic journey into the world of Gustafer and his friends. Add to the mix the gorgeously animated illustrations of Gustafer and his friends that accompany the performance and you'll be set for one of the most remarkable multimedia experiences of the year!
Where: Peter Jay Sharp Theater (65th Street between Amsterdam and Columbus Ave.)
When: 11:00 AM
Who: All ages
How: Purchase tickets online
Cost: $15 kids ages 1 to 12, $25 adults
For more info: http://www.symphonyspace.org/genre/family
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Monday, February 20 through Friday, February 24 - NYBG Winter Science Camp: Plant Pioneers

The annual winter break from school can be a great opportunity to keep curiosity alive for young children and bring inspiration even on a cold, wintry day. Join NYBG this February for the first-ever Winter Science Camp, a full week of daily discoveries and hands-on fun for kids. This year’s theme, Plant Pioneers, will focus on investigating the fascinating world of plants as inspired by plant pioneer George Washington Carver.  

Plant Pioneers will provide playful and creative opportunities for children to participate in exciting experiments, hand-on activities, and fun science games and crafts.
Where: New York Botanical Garden
When: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: Ages 8 - 10
How: Call 718.817.8181 to Register
Cost: $225 non-members, $200 members
For more info: http://www.nybg.org/edu/kids-teens/winter-science-camp.php
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Stuffed Green Pepper Soup

Here's an old family favorite at our house! Perfect for a chilly winter day!

1 pound lean ground beef
1 small onion chopped
3 large green peppers chopped
1 can diced tomatoes
1 cup uncooked rice
1 TBS brown sugar
1 10.5 oz can beef broth
1 Tbs Worcestershire Sauce
1 tsp. basil
2 cloves garlic minced
1 1/2 cups water
salt and pepper to taste

Brown onions and ground beef in a stockpot. Add rest of ingredients and cook for several hours.

Serve with crusty bread ...


Macaroni Science: Floating Popcorn Kernels

Demonstrate buoyancy and chemical reactions

Show your kids some science with items you probably have right now. 

What you need:

  • A clear, tall container
  • 3 cups of water--You can see in the video that I did not measure anything
  • 1/4 to 1/3 cup of baking soda
  • 1/8 cup of unpopped popcorn kernels
  • 1/4 to 1/2 cup of white vinegar

What you do:

  1. Mix baking soda and water in the clear container
  2. Add corn kernels
  3. Pour in vinegar--do this part in or near the sink. I'm surprised mine didn't ...

It Pays to be Good!

but, that other stuff will cost you!

I'm on a jar thing so far this year and I'm back with another idea this week. A "Goodness Counts" jar.

Our kids are paid an allowance each week for chores they complete in our home. It's a paycheck in our house and the same philosophy they'll find in "the real world" applies - no work, no pay. We've taught our kids a lot about money, but we most importantly want to keep their characters in check.

This week, I'm introducing the "Goodness Counts" jar ...


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