Hialeah : Macaroni Kid

Hialeah

National > Hialeah Home

Published on
June 13, 2013

Hialeah
News & Events

National Editions

Macaroni National

Family Travel

Family Safety

Macaroni Kid EATS!

Macaroni Military Family

Family Fitness

Macaroni Stork

Connect

Biz Directory

Forum

Local

Past Hialeah News

Hialeah Weather

Hialeah Movies

Welcome to Macaroni Kid

Happy Father's Day to all our dads! There are many Father's Day gift ideas and crafts in this week’s newsletter.

Welcome to our new Macaroni Kid families. The entire newsletter can be viewed at our website by clicking HERE. Also, remember to connect with us on Facebook, Twitter and Pinterest so you won’t miss our last minute contests and events.

Remember- You have until June 15th to subscribe if you haven't done so already! There's a chance to win that IPad Mini!

Our June ...

Why, Dad?

Macaroni Reviews

Why, Dad? by Carlos Lucas is a sweet book about a typical day with a father and his preschool daughter, Erin. Instead of the typical father/child book which tends to feature the pair doing ‘Norman Rockwell’ type activities like fishing and skipping stones, this story features a typical day where the loving Dad steers his constantly-questioning daughter through her day while providing her with real, age-appropriate answers. It’s a nice read which models positive behavior for our little tykes.

A Big Guy Took My Ball! by Mo Willems

June Book Club Title

Dear Reader:

Here they go again. The two characters created by Mo Willems—Elephant and

Piggie—are back for more exciting adventures.

At least, Mo thinks they’re exciting.

Okay, fine. The books are sort of hilarious, and charming (I suppose), and they

speak directly to kids. Piggie is an optimistic pig, and Elephant (otherwise known

as Gerald) is a cautious, pessimistic elephant.

Sure, go ahead. Like them. Love them! But whatever you do, please—don’t let

them drive the bus!

Sincerely, Pigeon

Gerald and Piggie are complete opposites ...

Annual Father's Day Tea

Our Tradition..What's Yours?

Every Father's Day my girls and I wake up to hurriedly ready the living room for our super special Father's Day Tea Party. We take the old beat up Ikea kids table and quickly haul it into the living room before Daddy wakes up. Then we begin the special preparations!

1. Super beautiful table cloth. CHECK!

2. Mommy pulls out the, GASP, "pretty plates and forks that we aren't allowed to touch on regular days." CHECK.

3. We bust open a can of cinnamon rolls and put ...

Shadow Picture for Dad

Macaroni Celebrates

This portrait gift is simply put -- easy peasy!

You will need:
poster board, cardstock or foam board
camera
kiddos
scissors

Directions:
Using posterboard, cardstock or a sturdier prop, cut or carve out the letters to the message you want to send. You can write out the letters as normal. No need to turn them inside out or backwards!

Notes To Selves:
Don't use paper.
I tried paper first and found it entirely too flimsy in the wind outside.

So we moved on to what I had in my garage ...

( Comments: 1)

This Week's Picks:

June 15th through June 18th

Saturday, June 15 through Sunday, June 16 - Free Family Summer Camp

Visit Bass Pro Shop for the free Family Summer Camp every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Activities include arcade target shopping, casting and crafts, plus free homemade ice cream on Saturdays.

Where: Bass Pro Shops (Entry 1)

When: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Who: The entire family

How: Dolphin Mall, 11401 NW 12th St., Miami, FL 33172

Cost: Free

For more info: Call 305.341.4200

Add to My Macaroni

Sunday, June 16 - Father's Day Big Truck Day

Celebrate Father's Day with big truck fun at Miami Science Museum. Sponsored by Ryder, Big Truck Day includes kids' activities, raffles, giveaways and trucks galore in honor of all amazing dads. The museum's parking lot will be filled with Ryder Trucks, Miami-Dade County's hybrid trucks and more wtih which to interact, as well as food trucks if you get hungry.

Where: Miami Science Museum

When: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Who: The entire family

How: 3280 South Miami Ave., Miami FL

Cost: Dads receive FREE admission with a paid child's admission.
$14.95 for adults; $10.95 for seniors (62+), students (with valid ID), children 3-12
Parking is free.

For more info: Call 305.646.4200 or click HERE to visit the website

Add to My Macaroni

Sunday, June 16 - Jungle Island's Father's Day Brunch

Join Jungle Island for a special event to celebrate your Dad! For the special occasion, dads of all ages will receive free admission to Jungle Island for the day and the whole family can enjoy live entertainment, classic cars, barbeque and brew-skis. Plus kids will enjoy the built-in playground and petting zoo, face painting, and much more.

Where: Jungle Island

When: 10:00 AM

Who: A fun-filled event perfect for the entire family

How: 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail

Cost: Free for Dads
General admission adults $34.95 (plus tax); children 3-10 years $26.95 (plis tax)

For more info: Click HERE to visit the website.

Add to My Macaroni

Monday, June 17 through Friday, August 2 - Fun in the Jungle with Funcamps' Summer Camp

This year Jungle Island is offering two different options! Choose from Jungle Adventure Camp where campers will not only go on safari, but will learn about the environment and natural habitats of mammals, birds primates, fish and the Jungle. Or you can choose the FUNCAMPS combination program, combining three popular programs: MagiCamp, Amazing Science, and JurrasiCamp; each camper will learn the secrets of magic and illusion, discover the exciting world of science, or explore the wondrous world of Dinosaurs & Fossils (Paleontology).

Where: Jungle island

When: 9:30 AM - 3:30 PM

Who: Children ages 5 - 12 years

How: 1111 Parrot Jungle Trail, Miami, FL

Cost: Varies

For more info: Click HERE to visit the website

Add to My Macaroni

Tuesday, June 18 through Thursday, June 20 - Cobb Theatre: The Pirates! Band of Misfits (PG)

Free summer movie fun for all ages. New movie each week. Large groups, schools and camps are welcomed.

Where: Cobb Theatre Dolphin 19

When: 10:00 AM (Doors open at 9:30 AM)

Who: Families

How: 11471 NW 12th St., Miami FL 33172

Cost: Free

For more info: Call (305) 591.0785 or click HERE to visit the website.

Add to My Macaroni

Tuesday, June 18 through Thursday, June 20 - Cobb Theatre: Madagascar 3: Europe's Most Wanted (PG)

Free summer movie fun for all ages. New movie each week. Large groups, schools and camps are welcomed.

Where: Cobb Theatre Dolphin 19

When: 10:00 AM (Doors open at 9:30 AM)

Who: Families

How: 11471 NW 12th St., Miami FL 33172

Cost: Free

For more info: Call (305) 591.0785 or click HERE to visit the website.

Add to My Macaroni

This Week's Calendar:

May 15th through June 19th

Wednesday, May 15 through Sunday, January 5 - HistoryMiami - Dorion Seal

View the Dorion Seal, a bronze seal stamp discovered by archaelogists in 1986 while excavating a 17th century Spanish Franciscan mission on Amelia Island, Florida, engraved with a likeness of Santa Catalina/St Catherine of Alexandria, on display to the public for the first time at HistoryMiami.

Where: HistoryMiami

When: 10:00 AM

Who: The entire family

How: 101 W. Flagler St., Miami Fl 33130

Cost: $8 adults; $7 seniors & students; $5 children; free for children under 6 years.

For more info: Call 305-375-1492

Add to My Macaroni

Wednesday, June 12 through Sunday, July 28 - Crittercam

Crittercam explores how a lioness tends to her cubs, how leatherback turtles locate their mates, and more with interactives, evocative environments and mesmerizing firsthand footage! This traveling exhibit highlights the ongoing research of Crittercam, a scientific video and data gathering tool safely worn by wild animals.

Where: Zoo Miami

When: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM

Who: The entire family

How: 12400 SW 152nd St., Miami, FL 33177

Cost: $15.95 Adults; $11.95 for children 3 - 12; Free for children 2 and under.

For more info: Call 305-251-0400 or click HERE to visit the website

Add to My Macaroni

Thursday, June 13 through Monday, September 30 - Summer Savings Pass

Zoo Miami, Miami Seaquarium, Lion Country Safari and Museum of Discovery and Science will be offering the 2013 Summer Savings Pass for the 5th year in a row. Gain unlimited admission to all 4 attractions throughout the summer.

Where: Zoo Miami; Miami Seaquarium; Lion Country Safari; Museum of Discovery and Science

When: 10:00 AM (varies)

Who: The entire family

How: Various

Cost: $55 plus tax for adults; $45 plus tax for children

For more info: Call 305.361.5705

Add to My Macaroni

Saturday, June 15 through Saturday, March 29 - Drop in Yoga at the Community Center

The Miami Springs Park and Recreation Department now offers a drop-in YOGA class on Saturday mornings.

Where: Community Center

When: 8:45 AM

Who: Moms, Dads & Young Professionals

How: 1401 Westward Drive., Miami Springs, FL

Cost: $5.00 per class

Add to My Macaroni

Saturday, June 15 - The Amazing Adventures of Dr. Wonderful (and her dog)

There are no puzzles in space, right? Wrong! Space is one giant puzzle waiting to be put together by physicists, astronomers, and a brainy girl who goes by the name Dr. Wonderful. Fly through the solar system with Dr. Wonderful and her amazing adventure team of Newton (her dog) and Ben (the human) in this all-new musical. Science is fun when Dr. Wonderful is on the case!

Where: Carnival Studio Theater @ Adriene Arsht Center

When: 1:00 PM (varies)

Who: Recommended for ages 6 and up

How: 1300 Biscayne Blvd., Miami, FL

Cost: $20

For more info: Click HERE to visit the website.

Add to My Macaroni

Saturday, June 15 - 2013 Summer Cabaret Concert Series

The first in a series of three concerts, this week featuring Kirk Green in the intimate setting of the historic Stone House Ballroom. Bring refreshments and snacks to enjoy during the show.

Where: Deering Estate at Cutler

When: 8:00 PM (the main gate opens at 7PM)

Who: The entire family

How: 16701 SW 72 Ave., Miami, FL

Cost: $20 per concert or $55 for all three concerts

For more info: Call 305.235.1668 ext 233 or click HERE to visit the website.

Add to My Macaroni

Tuesday, June 18 through Thursday, June 20 - Cobb Theatre: Hotel Transylvania (PG)

Free summer movie fun for all ages. New movie each week. Large groups, schools and camps are welcomed.

Where: Cobb Theatre Dolphin 19

When: 10:00 AM (Doors open at 9:30 AM)

Who: Families

How: 11471 NW 12th St., Miami FL 33172

Cost: Free

For more info: Call (305) 591.0785 or click HERE to visit the website.

Add to My Macaroni

Tuesday, June 18 through Thursday, June 20 - Cobb Theatre: Charlotte's Web (PG)

Free summer movie fun for all ages. New movie each week. Large groups, schools and camps are welcomed.

Where: Cobb Theatre Dolphin 19

When: 10:00 AM (Doors open at 9:30 AM)

Who: Families

How: 11471 NW 12th St., Miami FL 33172

Cost: Free

For more info: Call (305) 591.0785 or click HERE to visit the website.

Add to My Macaroni

Tuesday, June 18 - Free Family Summer Camp

Where: Bass Pro Shops (Entry 1)

When: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Who: The entire family

How: Dolphin Mall, 11401 NW 12th St., Miami, FL 33172

Cost: Free

For more info: Call 305.341.4200

Add to My Macaroni

Wednesday, June 19 - Free Eco-Art Camp

The Miami Beach Botanical Garden is offering a free eco-art camp on Wednesdays this summer. This year's projects will focus on international art and making crafts from recycled materials. Campers are asked to bring a snack.

Where: Miami Beach Botanical Gardens

When: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Who: Kids 8 to 12

How: 2000 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Cost: There is no charge, though the garden asks those who can to pay $10 enrollment fee toward materials.

For more info: Call 305.673.7256 ext 201 to register or for more information.

Add to My Macaroni

Plan Ahead:

June 20th through June 27th

Thursday, June 20 - Free Family Summer Camp

Visit Bass Pro Shop for the free Family Summer Camp every Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. Activities include arcade target shooting, casting and crafts, plus free homemade ice cream on Saturdays.

Where: Bass Pro Shops (Entry 1)

When: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Who: The entire family

How: Dolphin Mall, 11401 NW 12th St., Miami, FL 33172

Cost: Free

For more info: Call 305.341.4200

Add to My Macaroni

Friday, June 21 - Miami Children's Museum Free Third Friday

Take the kids to the Miami Children's Museum! The museum features interactive exhibits, programs, and learning materials related to arts, culture, community and communication.

Where: Miami Children's Museum

When: 3:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Who: The entire family

How: 980 MacArthur Causeway, Miami, Fl

Cost: Free

For more info: Call 305-373-5437

Add to My Macaroni

Saturday, June 22 through Sunday, June 23 - Free Family Summer Camp

Where: Bass Pro Shops (Entry 1)

When: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Who: The entire family

How: Dolphin Mall, 11401 NW 12th St., Miami, FL 33172

Cost: Free

For more info: Call 305.341.4200

Add to My Macaroni

Saturday, June 22 - Kidgits Hawaiian Celebration

School's out! Miami International Mall invites kids of all ages to Hula on over to Kidgits and celebrate in Hawaii. Enjoy a tour of Polynesia with the Aloha Islanders' DJ and hula dancers. Learn to Hula!

Where: Miami International Mall

When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Who: The entire family

How: 1455 NW 107 Ave., Doral, Fl

Cost: Free for Kidgits Club members. Membership is $5.00 annually

For more info: Call 305-593-1777

Add to My Macaroni

Tuesday, June 25 through Thursday, June 27 - Cobb Theatre: Ice Age: Continental Drift (PG)

Free summer movie fun for all ages. New movie each week. Large groups, schools and camps are welcomed.

Where: Cobb Theatre Dolphin 19

When: 10:00 AM (Doors open at 9:30 AM)

Who: Families

How: 11471 NW 12th St., Miami FL 33172

Cost: Free

For more info: Call (305) 591.0785 or click HERE to visit the website.

Add to My Macaroni

Tuesday, June 25 through Thursday, June 27 - Cobb Theatre: The Smurfs (PG)

Free summer movie fun for all ages. New movie each week. Large groups, schools and camps are welcomed.

Where: Cobb Theatre Dolphin 19

When: 10:00 AM (Doors open at 9:30 AM)

Who: Families

How: 11471 NW 12th St., Miami FL 33172

Cost: Free

For more info: Call (305) 591.0785 or click HERE to visit the website.

Add to My Macaroni

Tuesday, June 25 - Free Family Summer Camp

Where: Bass Pro Shops (Entry 1)

When: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Who: The entire family

How: Dolphin Mall, 11401 NW 12th St., Miami, FL 33172

Cost: Free

For more info: Call 305.341.4200

Add to My Macaroni

Wednesday, June 26 - Free Eco-Art Camp

Where: Miami Beach Botanical Gardens

When: 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Who: Kids 8 to 12

How: 2000 Convention Center Drive, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Cost: There is no charge, though the garden asks those who can to pay $10 enrollment fee toward materials.

For more info: Call 305.673.7256 ext 201 to register or for more information.

Add to My Macaroni

Thursday, June 27 - Free Family Summer Camp

Where: Bass Pro Shops (Entry 1)

When: 12:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Who: The entire family

How: Dolphin Mall, 11401 NW 12th St., Miami, FL 33172

Cost: Free

For more info: Call 305.341.4200

Add to My Macaroni

Thursday, June 27 - Tigertail WordSpeak All City Slam

As part of its WordSpeak spoken word project, Tigertail is offering four free workshops and a slam for South Florida teens. Tigertail has launched the All City Slam to assist Miami Dade students in the development of their writing and performance skills.

Where: Miami Beach Botanical Garden

When: 3:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Who: Teens 13 to 19 years old.

How: 2000 Convention Center Dr., Miami Beach, FL

Cost: Free

For more info: Registration on site, no need to pre-register for the workshops or slam. Cash prizes for top three slam winners.

Add to My Macaroni

Last Chance to Enter to win an iPad Mini

Contest Ends June 15th!

Each and every week, Macaroni Kid delivers incredible content that enables families to take advantage of the great, enriching things happening in their community. And we do so for free! So why doesn’t every single mom and dad subscribe? Well, maybe you need a little nudge. Between May 15 and June 15, all new subscribers to Macaroni Kid will be entered to win an iPad Mini! Click HERE to Subscribe Now and Enter to Win an iPad Mini!

Be sure to select / unselect the National Newsletters of your choice ...

Crock Pot Pork Tenderloin

Macaroni Menu

There’s really no way you can mess up a pork tenderloin! I always buy mine at Costco – comes two to a pack and there are two packs! I cook one pack and freeze the other for another day.

What you need:
Pork Tenderloin
Bottled Italian Dressing

What you do:
Line your crock pot with a liner (best tip ever!) and place the pork tenderloin inside.

Shake the bottle of dressing and squirt some in there. I don’t measure – I just give it several squirts. I might use about ...

Father's Day Gift Ideas

Macaroni Celebrates

Father's Day gifts are always a struggle. Dads have it easy on Mother's Day -- flowers, jewelry, a beautiful trinket, a few hours of quiet time -- we're easy to please. But Father's Day gifts are hard. Do we go sentimental? Do we go manly? Do we encourage a new hobby? (That hardly ever works out for me... the beer making kit is STILL sitting in the basement two years later and don't even get me started on the Dremel tool.)

Just like Moms, Dads just want ...

Visit your Local Branch Library Often!

Direct Links to Library Events and Calendar

The Miami Dade Public Library System offers many free programs, events and activities at over 40 local branches throughout the County. So encourage your entire family to visit the library and visit it often, to read and participate in the numerous events and activities that the MDPLS has to offer. For a listing of events and activities at your local branch library click HERE and select your local branch library under the Locations tab.

Below are links for special programs and events just for kids, teen, babies, toddlers and preschoolers ...

SpotLight on Local Business

Independent Consultants, Small and Home Businesses

Macaroni Kid Hialeah (includes Doral, Miami Springs and Hialeah Gardens) often highlight local businesses in an effort to encourage families to buy local if and when they can. I will be running weekly articles SpotLighting local, small businesses and independent consultants. Our article will include your logo or photo, links to your website & Facebook pages, a description of the business and products or services offered and contact information.

Each business will be SpotLighted for four weeks all for only $25.00!

If you are interested in “SpotLighting” your business, please ...

The ABC's of Macaroni Kid

New to Macaroni Kid? Click HERE to visit our About Us tab to read more about who we are, what we offer, and how to navigate around our site.

Share the Macaroni Love!

Miami and Broward Macaroni Kid

Don’t live in Hialeah or surrounding areas? Have friends in Broward? Don’t mind getting in your car for a 30 - 45 minute ride to enjoy an afternoon or a day of fun? Then consider subscribing to other Macaroni Kid newsletters! Here are the links for other Macaroni Kid newsletters in Miami and Broward:

Miami East
SW Miami - Kendall
Weston - Davie
Coral Springs

If you subscribe to any of the above, tell them Macaroni Kid Hialeah sent you!

Cynthia.