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Welcome to Macaroni Westminster-Carroll!  Your go-to place for kid and family friendly events in Carroll County.  I want to welcome all of our new subscribers! 
I hope you will find this to be an amazing resource for your family!

I hope everyone had a wonderful Mother's Day!

It is just about Carnival Season, so keep up to date with local carnivals here in Westminster-Carroll Macaroni Kid!

Spring has sprung and there are some great activities and events in this week's newsletter. I hope you get a chance to ...


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 ...

One Wacky Weekend!

May 25-27


Quick Easy Lunch (aka SnackLunch)

Macaroni Menu

I'm lucky that my 3 year old is not a picky eater, but she does get a little fussy sometimes if food is mixed up, mushy, or hard to keep on a fork. Her favorite thing to eat is anything with her hands! This lunch is one of her favorites because she can help me get it ready by loading up the plates. She has dubbed it "SnackLunch." Which means, "I don't need a fork!" I had a hard time getting a picture because she kept snitching pieces ...

Spring Clean: Host an "Ugly Top Night"

ONE WOMAN'S "THAT OLD THING" BLOUSE IS ANOTHER'S FAVORITE NEW FASHION STATEMENT

In my younger days, much of my disposable income went toward trendy clothes and shoes. When my closet would begin to overflow, my friends and I would have what we affectionately called "UGLY TOP NIGHT" and swap our clothes and shoes. It's way more economical than a shopping trip to the mall and it's more fun than a garage sale with strangers.

I still spend lots of money on clothes and shoes ... for my boys! Clothing I purchase for myself tends to be more classic than trendy and ...

This Week's Calendar:

May 23rd through May 27th

Thursday, May 23 - KidWorks Presents: Career Day

Join the KidWorks kids for career day. We'll have fun with stories, songs, and activities about different kinds of jobs. Children 3 and under must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Where: Eldersburg Branch Library
When: 6:30 PM
Who: All Ages
How: Just show up
Cost: free
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Saturday, May 25 - Sloppy Saturday Drop-In Crafts


Need something fun to do with the kids? Like to create and express yourself with art? Drop in to the library and join the fun making crafts with leftover bits and pieces from storytime. Available from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM. Children 3 and under must be accompanied by an adult caregiver.
Where:
Taneytown Branch Library
When: 11:00 AM
Who: For All Ages
How: Just show up
Cost: free
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Saturday, May 25 through Saturday, June 1 - Gamber & Community Fire Co. Carnival

Annual Fire Company Carnival (May 25 – June 1, 2013) – The 1st fireman’s carnival of the year! Rides, food, games and entertainment. Free fireworks on Monday night, Memorial Day – 5/27/13. Sponsoring Organization: Gamber & Community Fire Co.  
Where: Fire Co. Carnival Grounds
3838 Niner Road
Finksburg,MD 21048
When: 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: www.gambervfd.org
Cost: Cost for rides and food
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Monday, May 27 through Saturday, June 1 - 2013 Annual Fireman’s Carnival

May 27-June 1, 2013. Rides, games of chance, enterainment, food galore on carnival grounds, lunch & dinners in the Fire Hall, silent auction and much more. Please check out our website for all the details. Sponsoring Organization: Union Bridge Fire Company  
Where: Union Bridge Fire Co
8 West Locust Street
Union Bridge,MD 21791
When: 6:00 PM (Check website for specific activity times)
Who: All ages
How: www.ubfc8.org
Cost: Cost for food and rides
$2.00 coupon on website
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Plan Ahead:

June 1st through June 3rd

Saturday, June 1 - Kid Workshop at the Home Depot-Lawn Mower Pencil Holder

(presented by Merlin Entertainments Group) Receive a KIDS GO FREE ticket offer to any Merlin Entertainments Group US Attraction (LEGOLAND Theme Parks, LEGOLAND Discovery Centers, Madame Tussauds and SEA LIFE Aquariums) Visit www.merlindeals.com/thehomedepot to book your tickets starting on June 1.  
Where: Your local Home Depot
When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
Who: Ages 5 to 12
How: Register online
Cost: free
For more info:
Enter the "Building Dreams Sweepstakes" starting on June 1st to win a trip for 4 to LEGOLAND Florida or LEGOLAND California plus a $100 Home Depot Gift card or 4 tickets to your choice of one of 13 Merlin Entertainments US Attractions plus a $50 Home Depot Gift Card by visiting www.BuildingDreamsSweeps.com
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Saturday, June 1 - Art in the Park

A lively festival of the arts featuring 75 visual arts, continuous musical entertainment and free kids craft activities. This event has a long tradition of hosting the most extensive display of regional artistry in our area.  
Where: Westminster City Hall
121 Longwell Ave
Westminster,MD 21157
When: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: www.CarrollCountyArtsCouncil.org
Cost: cost for food and activites
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Saturday, June 1 - Art in the Park

 This is a festival of visual and performing arts featuring dozens of the region's most talented painters, photographers, and fine craft artists. Continuous live music and free kids crafts.  NO PETS!
Where: City Hall Grounds (1838 Emerald Hill Lane)
When: 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: For more information call 410-848-7272.
Cost: FREE admission and parking.
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Monday, June 3 through Saturday, June 8 - New Windsor Volunteer Fire Company Carnival

Rides, food, games and entertainment.
Where: New Windsor Volunteer Fire Company
101 High Street
New Windsor,MD 21776
When: 5:30 PM - 11:00 PM
Who: All ages
How: 410-635-6373Event website
Cost: Cost for rides and food.
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Monday, June 3 - Teen Advisory Board

Need service hours? Stop in and share your opinions with the library staff about books, music, movies, and programs that you'd like to see at the Taneytown Branch Library. Refreshments will be served.
Where:
Taneytown Branch Library
When: 7:00 PM
Who: Ages 12 - 17
How: Just show up
Cost: free
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Event Calendar!

Use the Calendar to Plan Your Days!

You can always find all of our events listed in our Calendar Feature!  You can click on a specific day in the Calendar and find all the activities for that day!  Use the "Add to My Macaroni" feature to print out the details of all your activities and events from the button on the home page!
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Support Local Businesses!

Westminster-Carroll Business Directory

One thing I have always loved about Macaroni Kid is that we are uber local!

With that said, we are very excited to be rolling out our Business Directory with a major focus on local businesses right here in our area!

Macaroni Kid wants to recognize the local men and women who own or run their own business.  We encourage you to take a look at the Business Directory to see what businesses are listed, and all of the great products and services they offer!

If you would like to ...


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