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Hello Macaroni Families and Friends!

Hello friends!  Happy Memorial Day weekend!!

My heart goes out to all of those in Oklahoma.  I am proud of the way that New Jersey is stepping in and helping out -- much as Oklahoma did when we were hit with Hurricane Sandy.  There is a great FaceBook event presently in place as far as donations go.  Please check out https://www.facebook.com/events/147799565406445/.  

Did you check oiut the GRAND OPENING of NU2U Consignment Fashion in Hamilton?  This is a store that you MUST check out!!!! NU2U is located ...


NU2U Consignment Fashions!


An exciting new store is open in Hamilton!  NU2U Consignment Fashions is a  higher-end store "where fashion only looks expensive"!!!  The owner is very warm and friendly!  The store bright and inviting!  Be sure to swing in and grab something fabulous to wear for your Memorial Day parties!!!!



NU2U is located in the Briarwood Shopping Village, 2450 Kuser Road, Hamilton Square.

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Support Daisy Girl Scout Troop 70072 & Hamilton Township Animal Shelter!

Support Daisy Girl Scout Troop 70072! Items needed include cleaning supplies such as dish soap, paper towels, trash bags, office supplies, and, of course, animal supplies such as Purina indoor cat food formula, kitten chow, dog and cat treats, Beneful dog/puppy food, dog cages!! Inbox me if you are able to donate and support the Hamilton Township Shelter and the Daisy Girl Scout Troop 70072!!!!!   For additional information, please contact [email protected]!  Thank you Macaroni Friends!!!

School of Rock - Princeton


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The School of Rock Princeton, located on Quakerbridge Road in Hamilton is a welcome addition to our Macaroni Family!!!!  There is certainly something for everyone at the School of Rock...no matter how old you are!  Personally, I am looking forward to checking out some of their upcoming shows!!  

Summer Season show show sign ups are April 28th at 5PM.  The summer season guide is available with summer offerings.  Show choices are  Beatles White Album (the EPIC classic album in its entirety), Mo'e Cowbell (songs that feature the cowbell ...

This Week's Picks:


May 23rd through May 27th

Thursday, May 23 through Sunday, June 2 - 3rd Annual Mercer County D.A.R.E New Jersey Carnival

Two big weekends of fun!  Weekend #1 - May 23 to May 27 and then again from May 30 to June2!!!  Rides, food, games, fireworks and more!  (times vary depending on day-check website below for more details) 
Where: Mercer County Park
When: 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: No registration
Cost: Free admission and parking
For more info: www.dareNJ.com

Friday, May 24 - Lego Mini Swap Night!

Bring up to Nine (9) Lego® Minifigures* to trade and come in for a fun filled night of trading. *Minifigure trades must have: Headgear (hat, helmet, hair etc..), Head, Torso and Legs. Accessories are optional.
 
CHILDREN ATTENDING THE SWAP MEET MUST BE REGISTERED, SPACE IS LIMITED!
 
Where: Bricks4Kidz, Quakerbridge Road, Hamilton
When: 6:00 PM
Who: All Lego Fans!
How:
 
Cost: $25

Saturday, May 25 - First Annual LatinAmerican Festival

Food, exhibits, music and more!  
Where: Hightstown High School, 25 Leshin Lane
When: 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: No registration
Cost: Free

Monday, May 27 - Memorial Day Parade!!

Two great parades in Hamilton!!!  The Yardville-Groveville Parade starts at 8:30 am on South Broad Street (Sunnybrae Boulevard), ending near the Groveville Cemetery.  The Nottingham Way Parade begins at 10:30 a.m. starting from Shady Lane and ending at the Nottingham Firehouse!
Where: See above
When: 8:30 AM
Who: All ages
How: No registration
Cost: No admission

This Week's Calendar:


May 25th through May 29th

Saturday, May 25 - 10th Annual West Windsor Bike Fest

Children's Bike Rodeo from 9:30-11am, races during day with post ride party including lunch, DJ entertainment, and inflatable rides. Rain date is Sunday, May 26th, call call 799-6141 for a recorded message.
Where: West Windsor Community Park
When: 9:30 AM
Who: All ages
How: No registration
Cost: Costs unknown

Saturday, May 25 - Art for Families

Join us Saturday mornings for family fun in the Art Museum. Drop in anytime between 10:30 am and 1 pm to enjoy a self-guided, interactive tour followed by a related art project.
When: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: No registration
Cost: Free

Monday, May 27 - Baby Boot Camp

Fitness for you, Fun for your child. Baby boot camp is fitness for pregnant women and women with stroller age children. We cater to all levels of fitness and the classes are led by specially trained fitness professionals. Mom's get a great workout and the kids are kept entertained as we go through circuits. Come out and try it out.
Where: Princeton Market Fair
When: 9:00 AM - 10:00 AM
Who: For Mom's (Expecting and those with stroller age children) in Princeton Area
Cost: First meeting free

Tuesday, May 28 - West Windsor MOMs Club Meet-Up

Come and join the West Windsor MOMs Club!  They meet every Tuesday at the Marketfair Mall!
Where: MarketFair Mall (outside of StarBucks)
When: 10:30 AM
Who: All ages
How: No registration
Cost: Free
For more info: Contact Sonia Gawas - [email protected]

Tuesday, May 28 - Family Nights - Chick-fil-A

Weekly free kids meal and fun family activity at the Hamilton Marketplace Chick-fil-A.
Where: Chick-fil-A Hamilton Marketplace Route 130, Hamilton, NJ
When: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Families
How: Just show up!
Cost: Kids receive a free meal (limited selection) with the purchase of an adult combo meal

Wednesday, May 29 - MOMS Club of Hamilton

Make plans to meet new friends and socialize your little ones! We meet every Wednesday from 10:00-12:00 pm in Hamilton. Our playgroups are held in a clean and safe environment courtesy of the Township.

MOMS Offering Moms Support We are a support group designed just for you, the at-home mother of today! You are interested in the world around you, want a variety of activities for you and your children,and are proud of your choice of at-home mothering for your families!
Where: See below
When: 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Moms and children in and around the Hamilton area!
Cost: $25 per year/two complimentary meetings

Wednesday, May 29 - Bright Beginnings

Weekly meet-up focuses on parent/caregivers and their infants.  This is an awesome chance to meet new parents within your community!
Where: Princeton Fitness & Wellness Center
When: 10:30 AM
Who: Children ages newborn to six months of age (children up to age 4, however, are welcome to attend)
How: Registration not required
Cost: $5.00 payable at the door

Plan Ahead:


June 1st through September 7th

Saturday, June 1 through Sunday, June 2 - NJ Renaissance Faire

Jousting, sword fighting, music, comedy, food, vendors and more!
Where: Liberty Lake Day Camp, Bordentown
When: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: See below
Cost: See below
For more info: www.njrenfaire.com

Saturday, June 1 - Scoops for Colin

Fight.  Hope.  Believe.  Benefit - a portion of all ice cream sales will go toward 5 yr old Colin's growing medical expenses as he battles against AML Leukemia and Monosomy 7.  Please support this local family.
Where: Carella's Chocolate & Ice Cream, 2503 Nottingham Way, Hamilton
When: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: No registration
Cost: No admission 

Saturday, June 1 - Strawberry Festival

Rain or shine!  The First Presbyterian Church of Cranbury is proud to host this event!  Strawberries, ice cream, music, games, food and more!  Sponsored by the Board ofDeacons.
Where: 22 South Main Street, Cranbury
When: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: Tickets available at church office
Cost: Family pass (five people) $25; individual tickets $6

Sunday, June 2 - HomeFront's Run/Walk for Hope

Join us for a fun-filled family day! HomeFront’s 5th annual 5K & 1 Mile Walk/Run to Benefit Homeless Families in our community will take place on Sunday, June 2, 2013 at the ETS campus in Princeton, NJ. All funds raised will go to HomeFront's Summer Camp Programs. Help us give homeless children in the community the summer of their lives! In addition to the 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Fun Run for kids, we will have fun post-race activities including music, food, obstacle courses, face painting and more!
Where:
Educational Testing Service Campus 660 Rosedale Rd. Princeton, NJ 08540
When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Families, kids, teams. We are encouraging kids to become team captains and get all their friends and families involved! It’s a great way to take initiative and lead others in support of other children in the community who are in need.
How: www.firstgiving.com/homefront
Cost: Free Registration with a fundraising pledge of $150 or more in sponsorships OR $35 donation to your own fundraising page. Children 6 and under are free.

Sunday, June 2 - Ryan's Quest Fest

An event for all ages benefitting Duchenne Musular Dystrophy! We have all of your grilled favorites and everything from pizza to ice cream! We have pony rides, hayrides, bouncies, face painters, tattoos, hair braiding, magicians, clowns, characters, gamin ride truck, a petting zoo, rides, games, activities, golf, and our newest attraction - a silent disco! We even have a helicopter landing and K9 dogs! We also have a beer tent for the adults! Feel free to bring a lounge chair! Amazingly fun event from!
Where: Tall Cedars Grove 245 Sawmill Road Yardville, NJ 08620
When: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: All age event! Fun for everyone!
How: Pre-purchase tickets onlineRoma Banks or at the gate.
Cost: $25 for Adults, $10 for children ages 5-12, and under 5 are FREE! After admission is paid, EVERYTHING with the exception of alcohol and merchandise is FREE! No buying tickets for food, rides, games. Just relax and enjoy the day for a great cause! Please note that adult price at the gate is $30.
For more info: Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy is a disease that occurs in boys. Boys with Duchenne lose their ability to walk between the ages of 8-12, require respiratory assistance in their teens, and live only in to their twenties. Ryan's Quest is racing against the clock to increase awareness and raise funding for research with the greatest potential for treatment or a cure! 

Saturday, June 8 - Robbinsville Community Festival

Music, children's playzone, face painters, rock climbing and a ton more!!!
Where: Community Park - West Manor Way and Gordon Road
When: 2:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: No registration
Cost: No admission fee
For more info: www.robinsville-twp.org for more information

Monday, June 10 - Kids’ MusicRound -Free Event!

Kids’ MusicRound Summer Jamboree! Free class, meet the summer teachers, each child who attends will receive a free egg shaker.  
Where: Princeton Community Church, 2300 Pennington Rd., Pennington (Exit 4 on 95). 
When: 9:30 AM
Who: Children ages 5 and younger
How: Limited space, call to reserve a space, 609-333-0100.
Cost: Free
For more info: Limited space, call to reserve a space, 609-333-0100.

Monday, June 17 through Saturday, June 22 - St. Gregory's Annual Carnival!!

It's the St. Gregory's Annual Carnival!!!!!
Where: St. Gregory the Great Church, Hamilton
When: 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Who: All Families!
How: Show up!
Cost: Free admission and parking!

Monday, June 24 through Friday, June 28 - Music of Grohl Summer Daytime Sessions

Students age 7-17 work one-on-one and in groups with our pro instructors to perform a real show at the end of the session.
Where: The Princeton School of Rock at 3570 Quakerbridge Rd Hamilton, NJ 08619
When: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: For begginners to advanced players who want to improve for lessons in Guitar, Bass, Drums, Keyboards and Vocals
How: Our performance based program allows musicians of all skill levels to work in a hands on atmosphere

Monday, July 29 through Friday, August 9 - Beatles Summer Daytime Sessions

Students age 7-17 work one-on-one and in groups with our pro instructors to perform a real show at the end of the session.
Where: Princeton School of Rock 3570 Quakerbridge Rd Hamilton NJ 08690
When: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: For beginners to advanced players

Saturday, September 7 through Sunday, September 8 - Mercer Irish Festival

Join in the fun, food, rides, vendors, music and more!!  Music line-up - Sat Sept. 7th Noon-10:00pm (5 bands) Galway Guild, Celtic Mishap, Broken Shillelaghs, The Shanty's, Birmingham Six; Sun Sept 8th Noon-8:00pm 4 Bands Ballycastle, Celtic Martin Family, The Bantry Boys, Plus one 
Gael Scoil!!
Where: Mercer County Park
When: 12:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Who: All ages
Cost: Free Parking Admission $5.00 Children 12 and under free.

Quick Easy Lunch (aka SnackLunch)


Macaroni Menu

I'm lucky that my 3 year old is not a picky eater, but she does get a little fussy sometimes if food is mixed up, mushy, or hard to keep on a fork. Her favorite thing to eat is anything with her hands! This lunch is one of her favorites because she can help me get it ready by loading up the plates. She has dubbed it "SnackLunch." Which means, "I don't need a fork!" I had a hard time getting a picture because she kept snitching pieces ...

Tips for Choosing a Campground


Macaroni Fun

Have you booked your summer vacation yet? So many choices of things to see and do, all within a few months of school’s summer break. One of the favorites in my family is to go camping. I love what a campground can offer a family. From activities, to nature, and plenty of pool time, I think it can’t be beat. I whole heartedly encourage you to consider putting camping on the top of your ‘to do’ list for this year’s summer fun!
 
Here are a few of ...

DAY OUT WITH THOMAS™: GO GO THOMAS TOUR 2013


PULLING INTO THE Delaware River Railroad Excursions

DAY OUT WITH THOMAS™: GO GO THOMAS TOUR 2013

PULLING INTO THE Delaware River Railroad Excursions

CALLING ALL THOMAS FANS TO TAKE A RIDE OF A LIFETIME WITH THEIR FAVORITE BLUE ENGINE

Thomas the Tank Engine™ to visit Delaware River Railroad Excursions

July 5,6,7,12,13,14

PRINCETON-HAMILTON MACARONI KID FRIENDS
KEEP YOUR EYE OUT FOR A TICKET GIVEAWAY!!!!!!!!!!

Thomas the Tank Engine is getting ready to ride off the pages of the beloved storybooks and into the hearts of little fans.  Little girls and boys will soon ...


Step Out Of Your Element - Step Into The Art


Step Out Of Your Element - Step Into The Arts!


Students from 5-14 are invited to get their hands dirty and ignite their imaginations with spectacular Summer Camps at the West Windsor Arts Center.  Past favorites such as Theater Camp, Environmental Art Camp, Multi-arts Camps, and Art & Science camp will return along with new offerings like a variety of Studio Art camps and Filmmaking Camp.  The good news that there’s still time to join us!  Register for the full or half day, or extended day as your schedule requires.  Enroll ...


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