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WELCOME TO MACARONI KID CHANDLER

Welcome to Macaroni Kid Chandler!

If you live and play in Chandler (east of I-10 to Gilbert Road, between Warner and Chandler Heights Roads), then this is the newsletter for you! I, too, live (and play) in this community and strive to bring you the best family-friendly happenings every week.

Thanks for stopping by! Make sure you click the "SUBSCRIBE NOW" tab at the top right and every week you'll receive the latest e-newsletter about upcoming events in our community. It's FREE.

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A Note from the Publisher's Desk

It's already mid-May!  Time sure flies.  What are your kids doing this summer?  Going to a cool summer camp?  Which one?  Let me know by commenting below.  Going to Grandma and Grandpa's house?  Mine will be home with me.  They will probably start driving each other bananas after one whole week together!  HA HA HA  Then it will be time for one or two of them to head to my parents' house for a few days.   

This newsletter is geared toward keeping our kids safe this summer and ...


Who is Your Water Watcher?

As a leader in child drowning prevention, Phoenix Children’s Hospital constantly works to convey the very latest evidence-based information to Arizona families. In the wake of two child drownings, Phoenix Children’s reminds all families to ask, “Who is your Water Watcher?”

Last year, a three year old girl drowned in a family pool in Mesa, and a seven year old girl drowned in an above-ground pool in Phoenix. A toddler was sent to a hospital in critical condition from water incident in the bathtub. Five children to date ...


Summer Swim Lessons

Chandler has six awesome pool facilities that offer swim lessons.  Saturday swim classes begin June 2nd and weekday classes begin June 4th.  Visit the Chandler Aquatics website for pool descriptions, locations and to view the complete schedule of swim lessons offered at each.  Happy Swimming!  Babies 6-months-old can have fun and get acquainted with the water in a Parent-Infant class.

If you need a refresher course for your child, SWIMkids USA, Aqua-Tots and Gold Medal Swim School offer "jump start your summer" swim lessons.  These are all indoor, year-round facilities ...


Playing it Safe in the Summer Heat

With summer in full force, many parents are excited to get – and keep – their kids outside and active. However, having kids spend hours on end in the heat can lead to heat-related illnesses such as heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Symptoms of heat exhaustion include paleness, muscle cramps, fatigue, weakness, dizziness, headache, nausea or vomiting, and fainting. The pulse rate will be fast and weak, and breathing will be fast and shallow. The skin can be cool and moist; sweating may or may not occur. If untreated, heat exhaustion may ...


Food Allergy Awareness Week * May 13-19

Facts EVERY Parent Should Know

Do you read every label, on every package of food, every week, at the grocery store? Have you ever feared for your child’s life as you took them to a friend’s birthday party or school celebration? Do you bake most things from scratch so you can control the ingredients? Chances are no, unless you have a child or family member with a life-threatening food allergy.

It is estimated that 15 million Americans have food allergies and there has been a dramatic increase in the last few years by ...

Work From Home and Have a Family Friendly Business

Exclusive peace.love.swap territories are available NOW!

Would you love to work from home and have your own family friendly business?

Want to make money AND save hundreds, possibly thousands of dollars per year on your own family’s clothing and gear costs?

Want a chance to give back to your community AND help the environment?

 

If you answered yes to any or all of these questions, then peace.love.swap may be the opportunity for you!

PLS is a community driven, eco-friendly organization that was started in 2009 as a way for parents to connect with ...


Things to Do in Chandler

Below is just a handful of all the great kid-friendly events happening in Chandler.

Be sure to check the Calendar HERE for a more complete listing of things to do!


This Week's Picks:

May 18th through May 23rd

Friday, May 18 - Arizona Museum of Natural History 35th Birthday Celebration

Come celebrate the 35th birthday of the Arizona Museum of Natural History! Macdonald Street will be closed in front of the museum to host carnival games, live music, food, kids activities, and of course, cake and ice cream! Sponsored by Bookmans Entertainment Exchange. 
Where: 53 N. Macdonald, Mesa 85201
When: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: The whole family
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info:
  http://www.azmnh.org/
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Saturday, May 19 - Chandler Bash of the Century

It's the biggest backyard birthday bash you will attend this year!  Play classic games (three-legged race, pie eating contest, cotton bale rolling...) and win prizes.  Enjoy entertainment, history exhibits, special speakers, airplane flyovers, and a fireworks show!  Food and drinks will be available for purchase.
Where: Tumbleweed Park - 2250 S. McQueen Rd.
When: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Who: The whole family
How: Just show up
Cost: Free admission
For more info: Visit www.chandler100th.com
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Wednesday, May 23 - Family Night at Tumbleweed Recreation Center

Movie Night with Popcorn.  Watch Kung Fu Panda 2.  Youth/Teen Dance Dance Revolution Challenge.  Winner of Teen Challenge wins a prize.
Where: Tumbleweed Recreation Center (TRC) Art Room - 745 E Germann Rd
When: 5:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: The whole family
How: Just show up
Cost: Youth(1-12): $2 resident / $3 non-resident; Teen(13-17): $3 resident / $5 non-resident; But FREE for TRC family passes
For more info: Call 480-782-2908 or visit www.chandleraz.gov/tumbleweed
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This Week's Calendar:

May 17th through May 23rd

Thursday, May 17 - Tumbleweed Tots at Tumbleweed Recreation Center (TRC)

Enjoy indoor play at Tumbleweed Recreation Center on Tuesdays and Thursdays.  Kids will be entertained with toys, equipment, and activities.
Where: Tumbleweed Recreation Center (TRC), West Gym
When: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Ages 5 years and younger
How: Just show up
Cost: $2 for residents, $3 for non-residents per child (maximum of 4 children per caregiver); Free with TRC family pass 
For more info: Call 480-782-2900
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Thursday, May 17 - Happy 100th Birthday, Chandler!

Come check out the new 50-year time capsule and plaque dedication.  The Mayor will recognize Chandler Centenarians and Birthday Cake Design contest winners.  There will be special speakers, local entertainment, and birthday cake.
Where: City Hall Plaza - 175 S. Arizona Avenue
When: 4:30 PM - 6:30 PM
Who: The whole family
How: Just show up
Cost: Free Admission
For more info: Visit www.chandler100th.com
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Friday, May 18 through Sunday, May 20 - Friends of the Library Half Price Book Sale - Sunset Library

The Friends of the Library will hold its spring Used Book Sale at the Sunset Branch May 18, 19, and 20. All used books will be half off their labeled price. On Sunday all books will be 5 for $1.00. Thursday, May 17, will be a preview sale, half off for Friends of the Library members only.
Where: Sunset Library  (4930 W. Ray Rd)
When: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM (; Sunday 5/20, 1 pm - 5 pm)
Who: All Ages
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: Click here or call (480) 782-2800
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Friday, May 18 - Happy 100th Birthday, Chandler!

Enjoy a relaxed evening in Downtown Chandler, where our City's history began!  There will be music, food, artists (expanded art walk and farmers market), and entertainment.  Pick up a Centennial neighborhood history cookbook, funded in part by the Arizona Humanities Council.

Where: Downtown Chandler - 3 S. Arizona Avenue
When: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Who: The whole family
How: Just show up
Cost: Free admission
For more info: Visit www.chandler100th.com
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Saturday, May 19 - Car Seat Clinic at Chandler Regional Hospital

Protect your most precious cargo!  The Chandler Fire Department will inspect your child's car seat and show you how to properly install it.  Appointments last between 20-30 minutes.  Please make sure that your car is clean and clutter free before showing up for your scheduled time.  Thank you.
Where: Chandler Regional Hospital - 1875 West Frye Road
When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: The whole family
How: Call 480-782-2046 or email chandlerfire@chandleraz.gov to schedule an appointment
Cost: Free
For more info: Click here
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Monday, May 21 - Complimentary Breastfeeding Support @ Modern Mommy Boutique

Breastfeeding support group with Debbie Gillespie, IBCLC
Where: Modern Mommy Boutique - 3355 W. Chandler Blvd #3, Chandler 85226 (just north of Chandler Fashion Center)
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Nursing moms and babies
How: Call 480-857-7187 or email info@modernmommyboutique.com to reserve a spot
Cost: Free
For more info: http://modernmommyboutique.com/
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Monday, May 21 - Storytime with Nick the Guitar Guy-Downtown Library

Books, songs, and fun!
Where: Cloud Room @ Downtown Library (22 S. Delaware St.)
When: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: 18-36 months old; 3-5 years old
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: Call 480-782-2800 or visit www.chandlerlibrary.org
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Monday, May 21 - Game Hall - Sunset Library

Video gaming for teens on the XBox 360 and Wii.
Where: Meeting Room @ Sunset Library (4930 W. Ray Rd)
When: 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Teens 12-18
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: Call 480-782-2800 or visit www.chandlerlibrary.org
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Tuesday, May 22 - Preschool Storytime-Downtown Library

Share fun stories, songs and activities about feelings, colors, shapes, numbers, and letters for your Pre-Kindergartener.
Where: Copper Room @ Downtown Library (22 S. Delaware St.)
When: 10:00 AM - 10:25 AM
Who: Ages 3-5
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: Call 480-782-2800 or visit www.chandlerlibrary.org
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Tuesday, May 22 - Bilingual Storytime-Downtown Library

Stories and songs in English and Spanish.
Where: Copper Room @ Downtown Library (22 S. Delaware St.)
When: 11:00 AM - 11:45 AM
Who: Up to 5 years
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: Call 480-782-2800 or visit www.chandlerlibrary.org
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Tuesday, May 22 - Family Night - Chick-fil-A @ Crossroads Towne Center

Craft night with First Baptist Church
Where: Chick-fil-A Crossroads Towne Center - 2900 E. Germann Rd. (Gilbert Rd/Germann Rd)
When: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: The whole family
How: Just show up
Cost: Free craft (food may be purchased)
For more info: Click here or call 480-812-1717
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Tuesday, May 22 - Family Storytime-Hamilton Library

A fun, active storytime featuring classic and new stories, fingerplays and songs.
Where: Programming Room @ Hamilton Library (3700 S. Arizona Ave)
When: 6:30 PM - 7:00 PM
Who: The whole family
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: Call 480-782-2828 or visit www.chandlerlibrary.org
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Wednesday, May 23 - Bubble Blast at Tumbleweed Recreation Center (TRC)

Come for a morning of fun with BUBBLES!  There will be bubble wands and machines.
Where: Tumbleweed Recreation Center (TRC) Courtyard
When: 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Ages 5 years and younger
How: Just show up
Cost: $2 for residents, $3 for non-residents per child (maximum of 4 children per caregiver); Free with TRC family pass 
For more info: Call 480-782-2900; Event will be cancelled if there is bad weather
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Wednesday, May 23 - Family Fun Crafting-Sunset Library

Join Mr. Micah for your own make and take craft and story.  Supplies included.
Where: Meeting Room @ Sunset Library (4930 W. Ray Rd)
When: 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Up to 5 years
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: Call 480-782-2800 or visit www.chandlerlibrary.org
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Teen Scene:

May 17th through May 19th

Thursday, May 17 - Teen Volunteers Summer Orientation-Downtown Library

The Downtown Library is looking for dependable, precise, and adaptable teens to serve their community this summer. Teen volunteers will be responsible for shelving, shelf organization and assisting with summer reading programs. Training will consist of expectations, a tour and a shelving test.
Where: Cactus Room @ Downtown Library (22 S. Delaware St.)
When: 2:00 PM - 4:30 PM
Who: Teens 12-18
How: Register here
Cost: Free
For more info: Call Alexis Aguirre at 480-782-2800 or visit www.chandlerlibrary.org
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Thursday, May 17 - Teen Lounge Night

Hang out with other teens and have fun playing pool, Xbox, Wii, or PS3.  Movies will also be available for watching.
Where: Chandler Senior Center - 202 E. Boston Street
When: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Ages 12-18
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: See Spring Break Time magazine (page 55) or visit www.chandleraz.gov/teens  
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Friday, May 18 - Teen Dodge Ball Night

Games start at 6:45PM but show up early to sign-in.  Teams are chosen randomly.  Enjoy music and prize giveaways.
Where: Chandler Community Center - 125 E. Commonwealth Ave.
When: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Ages 12-17
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: See Spring Break Time magazine (page 55) or visit www.chandleraz.gov/teens  
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Friday, May 18 - Teen Late Night

Xbox 360 & PS3 tournaments, foosball, pool, movies, computer lab and on-/off-site trips
Where: Chandler Senior Center - 202 E. Boston St.
When: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM
Who: Ages 13-18
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: See Spring Break Time magazine (page 55) or visit contact Teo Ruiz at 480-782-2746 or teofilo.ruiz@chandleraz.gov  
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Saturday, May 19 - Teen Volunteers Summer Orientation - Sunset Library

(1st Sunset Teen Volunteer Summer Orientation meeting; 2nd meeting on 5/22 - You only need to attend ONE) Please come to the orientation with the days and times you are available to volunteer as well as any days your family may plan to be away on vacation. Volunteer expectations and the summer reading programs will be discussed, and one-on-one signups for time slots will occur.
Where: Meeting Room @ Sunset Library (4930 W. Ray Rd)
When: 1:30 PM - 2:30 PM
Who: Teens 12-18
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: Call 480-782-2800 or visit www.chandlerlibrary.org
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Saturday, May 19 - Teen Volunteers Summer Orientation - Hamilton Library

If you would like to volunteer at the library this summer, you must attend ONE of the scheduled orientations.  Please come to the orientation with the days and times you are available to volunteer as well any days your family may plan to be away on vacation.
Where: Programming Room @ Hamilton Library (3700 S. Arizona Ave)
When: 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM
Who: Teens 12-18 years old
How: Just show up
Cost: Free
For more info: Call 480-782-2828 or visit www.chandlerlibrary.org
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Plan Ahead:

Monday, May 28 - The Mom-e Club® Chandler Kid Friendly Meeting at Great Play

If you plan on bringing your children to the meeting with you, you MUST RSVP to chapter president Debra Plunkett by emailing her at debra.plunkett@gmail.com with your children's names and ages so that Great Play can make accommodations. There is no additional cost to bring your children.
Where: Great Play of Chandler - 2855 W. Ray Rd. Ste. 9 (SE corner Ray & 101)
When: 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM
Who: Mom Entrepreneurs and kids
How: RSVP to debra.plunkett@gmail.com if you plan to bring your kids
Cost: Free
For more info: Contact Deb at debra.plunkett@gmail.com or visit The Mom-e Club website at http://www.mom-eclub.com/
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Chandler Centennial Celebration * May 17-19

Happy 100th Birthday, Chandler!
  • Thursday, May 17, 2012 from 4:30p.m. to 6:30p.m.
  • Chandler City Hall Plaza
  • FREE ADMISSION

Chandler will commemorate the day that Dr. A.J. Chandler realized his vision for a master planned community in the Arizona desert and opened the Chandler townsite office. The birthday party is a free event that will include entertainment, guest speakers, the dedication of the 2062 time capsule, history and art exhibits, crafts for children, and plenty of birthday cake. Mayor Jay Tibshraeny will also recognize former mayors ...


Wildlife Weekend

YOU could win a RCA HD video camera!

Join the movement! Macaroni Kid is helping Dawn educate more than 2 million kids this spring about the issues affecting wildlife, from oil spills to backyard ecosystems. Check out the FREE, downloadable lesson plans and experiments for teachers and parents. The fun doesn't end in the classroom – you'll also find FREE "Wildlife Weekend" family activities that you can do in your own backyard.

To continue Dawn's 30+ year commitment to preserving wildlife, Dawn worked with their partners at The Marine Mammal Center and International Bird Rescue to ...

Balloon Flip Flops

My daughter and I just LOVE flip flops! They are a symbol of summer and by far…my favorite summer accessory. I know I’ll always be in the same size (unlike the dreaded summer bathing suits…ha ha!) and they come in oh so many cute varieties! Every year, my daughter sees the “make your own” flip flops at the crafts stores and begs to do them. Well, while the flip flops are cute, the bling, flowers, etc. that you buy to go on them always falls off before ...


Boo Boo Bag

Our little one is known for lots of super fun things and some not so fun... knee scrapes! Oh yeah, if there is a sidewalk to be run down you will catch our 4 year old running at full speed. After several incidents in which we grabbed anything we could find to wipe the area clean we realized we needed a First Aid Kit in the car... then we realized (after an incident involving a piece of glass at the local lake and her tiny foot) we needed even more ...


It's Bug Season

According to the National Pest Management Association, an unseasonably warm winter is expected to bring bugs and pests out of hibernation early this year, meaning we’re in store for prolonged mosquito season. Rather than turning to toxic bug sprays to fight against mosquito-borne viruses like West Nile and Eastern equine encephalitis (EEE), Mom’s everywhere can count on PIC® to help protect their families from dangerous mosquito bites with two unique products that provide maximum protection with all-natural ingredients that don’t need to be applied to skin.

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Kids Eat Free or Cheap!

Local Restaurant Deals

Daily

Dos Gringos - Kids 12 and under eat free with purchase of adult meal priced $7.99 or more.  1361 N. Alma School @Knox. 480-855-3303

My Big Fat Greek Restaurant - Kids 12 and under eat free per adult purchase after 4:00PM.  Dine-in only.  3305 W. Chandler Blvd - just north of Chandler Mall. 480-726-3036

Monday

  • Planet Sub - Kids eat free with purchase of adult sub.  NE corner Dobson & Germann. 480-245-6503
  • RigaTony's - Kids eat free with adult entree purchase. Dine-in only.  NE corner McClintock & Warner. 480-899-1111
  • Chompie's - Kids 10 ...

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