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Summer is almost here! It's official.  The warm weather is back and the swimming pools have opened.  The next few months will be a blur with area festivals, summer camps, library reading hours and more.  Make sure to check out our newsletter each week for information on where to take your kiddos to keep them entertained this summer.  We will be adding a park and rec guide as well as a guide to all the local library reading programs in Cabarrus County.  Bookmark Macaroni Kid on your cell and ...

Getting Ready for Spring/Summer Outdoor Fun

It's been a long winter for some of us in northern climates, but it looks like it's finally spring and time to get ready for outdoor activities.

Here’s part of my spring to-do list to help you get ready for kid-friendly outings.

Kid’s Clothes

  • Check “spring” jackets and rain coats to see if they fit.
  • Check out last year’s rain boots and try them on.
  • Locate ball caps and sun hats.
  • Spend some time with your kids trying on summer shoes, t-shirts, and shorts to ...

2013 Birthday Party Guide

Concord-Kannapolis-Harrisburg Macaroni Kid is putting together our 2013 Birthday Party Guide. If you are a business who provides children's parties, cakes, entertainment or gifts, please contact us today at melisac@macaronikid.com. Guide will run from May 26- June 30th.  All information is due by May 19, 2013.

Save the Date!

Concord-Kannapolis-Harrisburg Small Business Expo & Vendor Fair

Mark your calendars now for June 15th, 2013.  Come out to Harrisburg and visit with 45 vendors, take part in demonstrations and kids classes all day long.  Join us for a full day of fun and learn more about youth activities in Union County.  Don't forget to register for some GREAT giveaways and stop by our silent auction benefitting a local organization!  (Full silent auction details and list of items up for bid will be available beginning in next week's Macaroni Kid newsletter.) 

Date: June 15, 2013
Time ...

Kids Bowl FREE All Summer

Macaroni Fun

Want to escape the heat this summer? Want the kids to get some excercise? Then you need to check out this FREE bowling program at kidsbowlfree.com. Your kids can bowl 2 FREE games of bowling each and every day of summer for FREE. 

SOME MORE INFORMATION ON THE PROGRAM
  • You can sign the kids up at multiple centers but you will need to create another account. Only one unique email address can be used to open an account, so you will need to register with another email address.
  • If ...

Mom's Night Out: Get Pampered!

Concord-Kannapolis-Harrisburg Macaroni Kid and local Mary Kay Sales Director Meghan Johnson will be hosting a Mom's Night Out on May 22nd, 2013 at the Beauty Bar in Concord.  Join us for a night of pampering and fun with fellow Mom's.  This event is for Mom's only.  Light snacks will be provided.  Come meet Macaroni Kid and let us put a face with a name.  Mingle with fellow Mom's and enjoy a night without the kids.  There is limited space for this event.  Please click here to ...

$25 Target Giftcard Winner!

Congratulations to Heather Evick! You have won a $25 Target Giftcard for filling out our survey! We appreciate all those who helped us to gather information for Sign and Doodle.  Every survey you filled out helps the owners at Sign and Doodle to create classes for your kids!  Heather, please email melisacanizales@macaronikid.com to claim your prize!  Thanks again!

This Week's Calendar:

May 16th through May 18th

Thursday, May 16 - 2013 Whitewater River Jam

The Whitewater River Jam is a concert series taking place every Thursday Night from April through Sept. Visit this link to see the band schedule.
Where: US National Whitewater Center, 5000 Whitewater Parkway, Charlotte. If this address does not work in your GPS, the Whitewater Center says to use 1825 Belmeade Road, Charlotte, NC 28214 instead.
When: 7:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Who: Adults and children of all ages.
How: Come ready for fun!
Cost: Admission is free! Some activities require payment.  Call for details.
For more info: Go here for more information.
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Friday, May 17 through Sunday, May 26 - North Carolina Science Festival

The NC Science Festival is the nation's 1st statewide science festival.  The city of Kannapolis is celebrating science with many events scheduled throughout April during the festival. All events are free and open to the public.  (Although some events require registration.  Please see website to obtain information on each event's requirements.
Where: Event locations will vary.  Please see calendar.
When: Times Vary See Website for Details
Who: Adults and children of all ages.
How: Come ready to learn!
Cost: Most events are free.
For more info: Go here for more information.
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Friday, May 17 - Kannapolis Summer Concert Series

Join us as we kick off the 2013 Summee Concwet Series in Kannapolis at the Villaage Fest & Jiggy with the Piggy BBQ Challenge in Downtown Kannapolis!  Special guest National country artist Parmalee with FIREWORKS
Where: Village Park, 700 West C Street, Kannapolis
When: 7:00 PM
Who: For Everyone by the City of Kannapolis
How: Come out for a free concert in the park!
Cost: FREE!
For more info: Visit the website, call 704-920-4343, or email btolle@cityofkannapolis.com
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Saturday, May 18 - Stories Under the Stars

The City of Kannapolis invites you to a unique literary performing arts event. Programs are geared toward families with children of all ages.

Saturday, April 13 – Mad Science – Spin, Pop & Boom!
Saturday, May 18 – Sharon Clarke – Storyteller & Musician
Saturday, June 22 – Bright Star Children’s Theater – Performance of The Secret Garden
Saturday, August 17 – Dancing Stories – Traditional African dances & stories performed by April Turner
Saturday, September 21 – Poetry Alive
Where:
Kannapolis Branch Library; 850 Mountain Street, Kannapolis
When: 7:00 PM
Who:
For families with young children!
How:
Presented by the Kannapolis Branch Library and the Kannapolis Parks & Recreation Department!
Cost: FREE
For more info: Visit the website, call 704-920-4343
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Plan Ahead:

May 24th through June 7th

Friday, May 24 - Movies in the Park - Kannapolis

The City of Kannapolis invites you to join the fun with Movies in the Park. Most nights begin at 7:30 p.m. with live music performances before the movies. Movies start at Dusk.

Movies and Dates Showing:
Friday, May 24 – Wreck It Ralph (PG)
Friday, June 7 – Captain America (PG-13)
Friday, June 21 – The Lorax (PG)
Friday, July 5 -Madagascar 3 (PG)
Friday, July 19 – Back to the Future (PG)
Friday, August 2 – Hotel Transylvania (PG)
Friday, August 16 – E.T. The Extraterrestrial (PG)
Where: Village Park, 700 West C Street, Kannapolis
When: Movies in the Park - Kannapolis
Who: Everyone
How: Come on!
Cost: Free
For more info:
Visit the website, call 704-920-4343,
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Friday, May 31 - Movies in the Park - Harrisburg

Come out for the movies in the park in Harrisburg Town Park!  Free admission for all!  Free popcorn and soft drinks! FREE Admission for all! Free Popcorn & Free Softdrinks.  Pre-show activities for the kids includion face painting, sidewalk art and more!

May 10 - Wreck It Ralph
May 31 - Brave
August 23 - The Lorax
Where: Harrisburg Park
When: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Everyone!
How: 1st come, 1st served - to help avoid overcrowding, the park will be closed when Max capacity is reached.
Cost: Free movie, free popcorn and soft drinks, $5 pizzas from Cici's.
For more info: Visit this link!
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Thursday, June 6 - Thursdays on Main

Each Thursday in May the series will feature free performances by various musicians ranging from bluegrass to classical to country and rock music. Held under the oak trees.

Thursday, June 6 – White Chocolate
Thursday, June 13 – SoundBarrier
Thursday, June 20 – The Raisin’ Cain Band
Thursday, June 27 – Corey Hunt Band
Where:
Veterans Park, Corner of Main & East First Streets, Kannapolis
When: 11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How:
Come out for a free concert!
Cost: Free, but lunch will be available for purchase or attendees can bring their own.
For more info:
Visit the website, call 704-920-4343,
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Friday, June 7 - Afton Village Party on the Plaza

Come out to Afton Village in Concord for a party on the plaza celebration with music and family fun.
Where: Afton Village, Concord.  Beginning the first week of May and running through October, the Afton Village tradition of Party of the Plaza returns.  The bring-your-own-lawn-chair extravaganza now occurs on the Village Plaza the first Friday of every month from 6:30-9:30 p.m
When: 6:30 PM - 9:30 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Join the fun!
Cost: Attendance is free.
For more info: Visit the website
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To create your family's personalized calendar, click "add to my calendar" and print you own copy of the events that matter to you and your family.

Remember while all the best local events are highlighted in the newsletter, you can find all the great kid activities going on in and around Concord and Kannapolis as well as the Greater Charlotte area on the calendar. Keep checking back each week. We are always adding new events to the calendar!

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Kid's Eat Free or Cheap!

Do you have a favorite place to go for free or inexpensive meals for your kids?  Concord-Kannaopolis-Harrisburg Macaroni Kid would like to know!  We want to list them for FREE right here!  Leave a comment and let us know where we can get a great deal on kids meals.  Thanks!

Part-time Princess by Deborah Underwood

May Book Club Title

Part-time Princess by Deborah Underwood is not your typical fairy tale. When a normal little girl dreams one night that she is a princess, she wakes up to realize her royal adventures aren't just a dream after all. She's not just a princess who wears pretty gowns and goes to balls though, she fearlessly stands up to dragons and tames trolls. 

Part-time Princess is a perfect balance between all things princess and a fearless girl who stands up for herself. This princess loves glamour, but she is also ...

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