I had a great time attending the events in our area last weekend.  It gives me the opportunity to meet some wonderful people and really appreciate our community.   When I was driving home from one of the events, I realized how lucky we are.  We live in such a great area that caters to children.  I don't believe there are too many communities that offer the same opportunities.  The library alone has some wonderful programs for children of all ages.  For instance, my son,  who is obsessed with the art of Origami , is taking a program offered during Spring break, and my daughter, a passionate reader, is attending a free 3-part series on Charles Dickens taught by a Yale professor.  

Did you know that on any given weekend, the Macaroni Calendar has between 20 - 25 affordable and local daily activities for children? Check it out and take advantage of what is out there for your kids.  I often post events to the calendar weeks ahead, so be sure to click through it so you don't miss out on any registration deadlines or ticket purchases. 

Out and About.  On Friday, March 30, Macaroni Kid will be shopping The Green Turtle Planet Consignment Sale taking place March 30 & 31, at 5 Meetinghouse Lane in Woodbridge.  Macaroni Kid will then be heading over to the “Big Night Out” for a fun adult evening at the McClinch Family Center, 190 Shelton Road, Trumbull.    

Saturday, March 31, Macaroni Kid will be having fun at the “Block Party” being held at Plaza South, 274 South Main Street in Newtown from 11:00am – 4pm.  Union Savings Bank located at the Plaza will serve as the block party starting point, providing plaza passports that participating businesses will stamp.  There will be various activities including free face painting, arts and crafts, a fire truck and race car display, food, wine tasting and a bouncy house. The party ends at Good Ideas where attendees can submit their stamped passports for a chance to win the plaza raffle, which is a basket full of prizes.

Ask the Nutritionist.  Dr. Conner talks about the latest trend in gardening that is a fun and great way to get your kid’s interested in eating their vegetables this summer.

Giveaway News.  Macaroni Kid has 4 Tickets to see Imagination Movers, April 29,  at the Oakdale Theatre in Wallingford.  See article for details on how to enter.

Enjoy your weekend!

Lisa

Put on your bonnet and get out and celebrate Easter with some fun weekend activities.

Friday, March 30

8^th Annual Flashlight Egg Hunt at Dickinson Park in Newtown

Easter Basket Donations, Donate Easter baskets or holiday items, Newtown

Easter Bunny Photos at the Westfield Trumbull Mall

Saturday, March 31

Have Breakfast with the Easter Bunny at Hewitt Health Rehab Center in Shelton

Breakfast, Easter Egg Hunt and Crafts at United Methodist Church in Monroe

3^rd Annual Spring Egg Hunt at the Discovery Zone at Webb Mountain, Monroe

Easter Bunny Scavenger Hunt at Timexpo Museum in Waterbury

Easter Egg Hunt at Brookfield Town Hall, Brookfield

Easter egg hunt, treasure search, crafts, singing, snacks at Christ Redeemer Lutheran Church in Trumbull

Easter Apple Hunt!! at Lyman Orchards in Middlefield

Take a Ride on a Vintage Train to the Easter Bunny’s Special Railroad Car, Danbury

Easter Bunny Photos at the Westfield Trumbull Mall

Easter Basket Donations, Donate Easter baskets or holiday items, Newtown

Sunday, April 1

Make an Easter Pail at Michael’s Crafts

Easter Egg Hunt at St. Joseph High School, Trumbull

Take a Ride on a Vintage Train to the Easter Bunny’s Special Railroad Car, Danbury

Easter Bunny Photos at the Westfield Trumbull Mall

Here are some highlights from this week’s calendar.  Before heading out, be sure to check the calendar for a full view of all the events and activities for the weekend and beyond.

Friday, March 30

Adults can have fun too!! Attend the “Big Night Out” in Trumbull; There is some shopping to be done at The Green Turtle Planet Consignment Sale; Hike by the Light of the Moon in Ansonia; Join in on the fun at an Old Fashioned Family Hoedown; Bring your Flashlight and head over to Newtown for an Easter Egg Hunt in the dark!; National Scrapbooking Day is today and tomorrow; Seussical the Musical in playing in Trumbull; Around the World in 80 Days opens tonight in Monroe.  Click here to read about other events on today’s calendar.

Saturday, March 31

The Easter Bunnies have multiplied!!  Find out where they will be by clicking here; Find your perfect Prom Dress in Newtown; First of the Season Block Party in Newtown; Make Cheese in Ansonia; Very inspirational “Positively Pink” fundraiser is today; The Mythbusters are in Hartford. Click here to read about other events on today’s calendar.

Sunday, April 1

FREE admission and fun activities at The Discovery Museum for NASA Space Day; Spring Craft Fair in Bethel; Celebrate drawing today at the Zoo; Kite Flying Day in Monroe; Composting and Gardening for Families in Ansonia.  Click here to read about other event on today’s calendar.

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These cookies are perfect for Easter or anytime of the year. Don't forget to make an extra batch to share!

Ingredients

3 Eggland's Best Eggs

1/2 cup Canola oil

1 cup sugar

2 teaspoons vanilla extract

3 cups flour

1/2 teaspoon salt

1 tablespoon baking powder

1 cup Jelly Beans

2 tablespoons sugar for dusting

Preparation

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F. Line a cookie sheet with parchment paper or a silicone baking mat and set aside. In a large bowl, using a stand mixer fitted ...

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Lay enough Matzo (about 3 pieces) in a single layer on a margarine greased jelly roll pan. Break 3 rd piece of matzo to fit remaining space. Leave room for the caramel to go under the matzo.

Melt 2 cubes of unsalted butter in a heavy duty saucepan. Add 1 cup of brown sugar. Bring to a boil and continue boiling on medium heat until good and bubbly (about 4 minutes) Pour this hot caramel mixture over the matzo.

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