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 Celebrate:  to rejoice in or to have special festivities to mark a day or an event.  
 
I am all for celebrating!  Whatever and Whenever!  And what kid doesn’t like to celebrate? So one of the goals I have set for this year as part of Asheville Macaroni Kid newsletter is to bring you days to celebrate.  Each week I will include at least one craft or a recipe that will help you find ways to enjoy a “Celebration Day” with your family.

Last week I mentioned that this past Tuesday was National Peanut Butter Day (I did enjoy that Peanut Butter Toast) and tomorrow is National Chocolate Cake Day.  I had mentioned a cake last week that uses Coke or Diet Coke in it but I thought maybe that would not be the best one to use for kids so check out the Chocolate Pumpkin Cake recipe. It's got pumpkin in it so it must be good for you!  

This week Macaroni Kid brings you...Jan. 27...National Chocolate Cake Day, Jan. 29th...National Puzzle Day and Feb. 2...Groundhog Day.  Enjoy the festivites! Have fun!  Celebrate!

Don’t forget to check out the “Every Week Fun” article for links to library times and places to visit that always have something going for your kids.  The article follows the event listings.


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  • Have an event you would like to let Mac Kid Readers know about?  Click here  
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  • By clicking here you will go to the calendar and you can see at a glance what is happening this month.

My Macaroni:  Click on “Add to My Macaroni” and the event will be added to your list of activities.  When finished click on the “My Macaroni” button and your list is ready to print!

Have a great week!

Sandy



Celebrate...Chocolate Cake Day

January 26

According to holidayinsites.com perhaps a baker or a food company started this celebration day but most likely it was a “chocolate cake…eater”!  But who cares!  Any excuse to eat chocolate.  So if you feel in the mood to bake a chocolate cake here is a easy recipe.  Mmmm…enjoy!

Chocolate Pumpkin Cake

1 chocolate cake mix

1 can pumpkin (15 oz)

2 egg whites

2 Tablespoons water

½ cup mini chocolate chips

Preheat oven to 375º and grease pan well.

In a small bowl, whisk egg whites until white ...


Celebrate...National Puzzle Day

January 29

For the last several years one of the local churches has been putting puzzles the last week of January but I just found out this week that the reason could be that Jan. 29th is National Puzzle Day.  Another fun day to celebrate!  There is something about the interaction of putting a puzzle together with your child, no matter what age, that makes it a good time for conversation.  That’s always a good thing.

Here are just a few other ways to have fun with National Puzzle Day ...


Celebrate...Groundhog Day

Febuary 2

Next Thursday we will be looking for Punxsutawney Phil!  Will it soon be spring?  Or will we have six more weeks of bad weather?  The belief is that on February 2nd the groundhog or woodchuck comes out of his hole to look for his shadow.  If it is a sunny day then he sees his shadow and goes back into his hole because there will be six more weeks of winter weather.  But if there is no shadow because it is a cloudy day then spring will be here ...


This Week's Picks:

Sunday, January 29 - Soweto Gospel Choir

Honoring the rich musical history of South Africa, and drawing on the best talent from churches in and around Soweto, the choir’s earthy rhythms, rich vocal harmonies, energetic dances have continuously left audiences around the world stunned with awe and emotion.
Where: Thomas Wolfe Auditorium
When: 4:00 PM
Who: Anyone who enjoys music
How: Ticket required - purchase at the Asheville Civic Center, online at ticketmaster.com; or by calling 225-5887
Cost: $15-$60 and students 1/2 price
For more info: 225-5887 and www.ashevillebravoconcerts.org
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This Week's Calendar:

January 25th through January 31st

Wednesday, January 25 - Junior Rockhounds

A great way to learn about minerals and their uses while building your collection.  Rockhounds receive specimens and learn about properties and uses of featured minerals.  Participate in fun rock-related activities or crafts.  Meets monthly on the 4th Wednesday of the Month.
Where: Colburn Earth and Science Museum, 2 Pack Square, Asheville
When: 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Ages 6-11
How: Register by emailing colburnedu.susan@gmail.com
Cost: $5 member/$6.60 non-member a meeting
For more info: Click here for website
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Friday, January 27 - Blood Drive at Fun Depot

Come out and help save lives!  As a special thanks, Fun Depot is offering a 1 Hour Play Card with 2 attractions for only $10pp.
Where: Fun Depot, Exit 51 off of I-40, Asheville
When: 2:00 PM - 6:00 PM
Who: Age and other requirements must be met.
How: Just show up but always a good idea to confirm
Cost: Mention that you are there for the Blood Drive to receive the special offer by Fun Depot!
For more info: 828-277-2FUN or www.AshevillesFunDepot.com 
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Saturday, January 28 - Teaming up with Special Olympics

Sweet Tee Mini Golf is teaming up with Buncombe County Special Olympics and donating 25% of the total proceeds to the Special Olympics Athletes.  There will be a raffle prize too!
Where: Sweet Tee Mini Golf, Biltmore Square
When: All day
Who: All ages
How: Just show up
Cost: Cost for mini golf - 10 hole course: $3 and $2 replay; 5 hole toddler course: $2 unlimited play; game area with Foosball, Corn Hole and Ping Pong:$2per person unlimited play; Putt bowling $2/30 min.
For more info: 333-1152 or www.SweetTeeMiniGolf.com
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Saturday, January 28 - Lowes Build and Grow

Build and Grow kid's clinics are a great way to build confidence and have fun at the same time!  This week: Build-a-saurus - Build a cool dinosaur and then choose the stickers to make it a cartoon or a realistic dinosaur.
Where:
  • Lowes of E. Asheville, 89 Tunnel Road, 299-3788 
  • Lowes of S. Asheville, 19 McKenna Road, 650-8000;
  • Lowes of W. Asheville, 95 Smoky Park Highway, 255-9113;
  • Lowes of Weaverville, 24 North Ridge Commons Parkway, 782-9020
When: 10:00 AM
Who: Kids
How: Register at www.lowesbuildandgrow.com
Cost: Free
For more info: Each participant receives a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch and a certification of merit upon completion of their project.
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Monday, January 30 - Toddler Fun

Toddler Time is a fun class designed just for toddlers.  Your toddler will love singing songs, dancing, and running around in a fun and carefree environment.  We will play with shakers, balls, bells, and have scarf and parachute play. Reoccurring class.  Sessions run for one month. (Previously done through Mission at the Y.)
Where: Woodfin YMCA, 40 N. Merrimon Ave. Suite 101, Asheville
When: 10:00 AM (11am)
Who: Toddlers
How: Sign up at the Woodfin YMCA
Cost: Y Members - $20; non-members - $25. (per month)
For more info: Heather47@charter.net
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Tuesday, January 31 - This week at The Hop

12 year old Balloon twisting phenomenon, Mr. Twister, will be presenting an awe-inspiring treat, full of magic, balloons, and more!
Where: The Hop, 640 Merrimon Ave, Suite 103, Asheville
When: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: The whole family
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: TheHopIceCreamCafe.com
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Teen Scene:

Friday, January 27 - Teen Awesome Group

Continue writing the script for a trailer for "The Forest of Hands and Teeth".
Where: Weaverville Library, 41 N. Main Street, Weaverville
When: 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM
Who: Teens, 12-18
How: Just show up; Join in at any time.
Cost: Free
For more info: 250-6482
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Plan Ahead:

Saturday, February 4 - Build, Learn, Create at Home Depot

Kids Workshops offer useful projects that teach do-it-yourself skills and tool safety.  Great quality time for one-on-one time with an adult!  First Saturday of the month.    This week: Kids can build this great Keepsake Box
  • Make a personalized box to hold private treasures
  • Give it as a gift for Valentine’s Day
Where: Any Home Depot
When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Kids 5-12
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: Each child receives a kid-sized orange apron and an achievement pin.
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Every Week Fun...

STORY TIMES:

 Mother Goose Story Time at Sweet Tee Mini Golf every Monday and Saturday at 10:30am.  Sweet Tee is located at the Biltmore Square Mall.  www.sweetteeminigolf.com

We have so many wonderful opportunities here in the Asheville area for storytime for our kids.  Please check out these websites:

Buncombe County Library click here

Barnes and Noble, Asheville Mall 3 South Tunnel Road, Asheville, NC 28805
828-296-7335 Mondays at 11am

Henderson County Library click here

TINY TYKES:

The second year for Tiny Tykes at Stephens-Lee Rec Center.   Only ...


KIDS EAT FREE!! (or very cheap) **ONGOING**

Below you will find a list of area restaurants where kids either eat free or for very cheap!

While the majority of the listings are places where kids eat free some of the restaurants charge a small amount – so they are not actually “free” but a very good deal nonetheless.

You will also find that some of the restaurants where kids eat free have certain restrictions.  I can’t stress enough to please call the restaurant location you plan on attending to get your free kids meal before you pack ...


Support for MOMS

Here is a list of support groups for moms:

If you have questions or are a first time visitor to the group PLEASE call or email to confirm the date and time of the meeting.



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