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Dear MacKid Subscriber,

We hope you had a very special holiday with your family.  Scroll down for some awesome things to keep the kids busy during Winter Break - from the Model Train Festival to Open-Air Ice Skating, there is much to do over the next week.

We have an awesome contest - Refer the most subscribers to MacKid by 01/05/2012 and win a DATE NIGHT FOR 2. (More info below)

Have a Happy New Year's Eve Holiday!  We'll check back in with you all next week.

Best,

Sarah Beyersdorf

Publisher, Macaroni Kid South Puget Sound


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This Week's Picks:

December 26th through December 31st

Monday, December 26 through Sunday, January 1 - TACOMA - Washington State History Museum's Model Train Festival

While Santa’s elves produce a lot of train sets each holiday season, they can’t hold a candle to the quality and scale of the ones on display each year at the Washington State History Museum’s Model Train Festival.  Running the week after Christmas, the 16th annual event will showcase eight model train displays designed and assembled by model train enthusiasts from across the state. The displays will occupy every floor of the museum and include the largest permanent model train layout in the state
Where: Washington State History Museum, Tacoma
When: 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up!
Cost: 8 for adults, $7 for seniors age 60 and older, $6 for students and military with valid ID, children ages 5 and under and members of the Washington State Historical Society are free
For more info: http://www.washingtonhistory.org/wshm/festivals.aspx
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Tuesday, December 27 through Monday, January 2 - TACOMA - Franisican Polar Plaza Open-Air Ice Rink

Join us for art, ice, and everything nice this winter when the Franciscan Polar Plaza comes to downtown Tacoma. The only covered open-air ice rink in Tacoma, Polar Plaza gives the community an opportunity to come together and make memories to last a lifetime
Where: Tollefson Plaza at 17th and Pacific, downtown Tacoma
When: 10:00 AM - 10:00 PM (Sunday 10AM to 8PM)
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up!
Cost: Adults and Children: $8, Skate rental: $2, Sizes range from Youth 8 to Adult 14, Members of Tacoma Art Museum: $1 off admission and All active duty military members and family: $1 off admission
For more info: http://www.polarplaza.com/
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Tuesday, December 27 through Saturday, December 31 - SEATTLE - 2011 Seattle Center Winterfest

Connect to the sights, sounds and spirit of the season at Seattle Center Winterfest: five weeks of FREE and affordable, fun-filled activities and entertainment. Step off the Seattle Center Monorail and discover an enchanting miniature Winter Train and Village, and trees dressed in sparkling lights. Center House will be decked out in good cheer as it prepares for The Next Fifty; honoring the 50th anniversary of the 1962 Seattle World’s Fair. Enjoy the Winterfest Ice Rink, Saturday afternoon ice sculpting and performances by more than 100 student groups. Then return to watch the fireworks at a New Year’s Eve Celebration featuring live music from The Rhythm Nation.
Where: Seattle Center
When: 11:00 AM (Check Schedule for Varying Times - http://www.seattlecenter.com/winterfest/)
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up!
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.seattlecenter.com/winterfest/
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Friday, December 30 through Sunday, January 1 - TACOMA - 2011 Zoo Lights

Bundle up and stroll the Zoo as it comes aglow with more than a half-million lights. Sip hot cocoa while you explore seas of dazzling lights and displays of ice-skating puffins, tiger cubs, and the massive flame tree. Warm up with the sharks in the steamy South Pacific Aquarium, experience a ride on a camel, take a turn on an antique carousel and so much more!  Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium is bringing even more magic to this year’s Zoolights - Scuba-diving Santa will swim with the sharks on the following dates: http://www.pdza.org/page.php?id=435
Where: PDZA, 5400 N. Pearl St.  Tacoma
When: 4:00 PM - 10:00 PM (Zoolights is open every night except Dec. 24.))
Who: Everyone
How: Buy Tickets on line or at the gate - https://secure4.gatewayticketing.com/PDZA/Shop/ViewItems.aspx?CG=PDZA1&C=zl
Cost: http://www.pdza.org/page.php?id=435
For more info: http://www.pdza.org/page.php?id=435 Point Defiance Zoo & Aquarium is bringing back our holiday lights recycling program this year. Donate your old or broken holiday lights and you can help keep thousands of strings of lights out of our landfills and help raise $.  Learn more
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Friday, December 30 through Sunday, January 1 - RENTON - Ivar's Clam Lights 18th Annual Holiday Festival

One of the largest regional FREE holiday lighting displays is upon us.  Ivar's Clam Lights sponsored by Ivar's Restaurants and hosted at Gene Coulon Beach Memorial Beach Park, is located off the shores of Lake Washington in the city of Renton.  This majestic park is transformed into a winter wonderland for the momentous occasion. While admiring the sights, beat the evening chill with a warm cup of clam chowder at Ivar’s Seafood Bar or visit Kidd Valley Hamburgers & Shakes, both conveniently located at Gene Coulon Memorial Beach Park in the heart of the holiday action.
Where: Gene Coulon Park, Renton
When: 5:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up!
Cost: FREE ADMISSION
For more info: http://www.ivars.com/index.php?page=ivar-s-clamlights
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Friday, December 30 through Sunday, January 1 - SPANAWAY - 16th Annual 'Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park'

The 16th Annual 'Fantasy Lights at Spanaway Park' is the largest holiday drive-through display in the Northwest, featuring nearly 300 elaborate displays and thousands of sparkling lights. The beautiful two-mile drive along Spanaway Lake has become a memorable lakeside tradition for the entire family.  Visitors of all ages will be treated to the magical world of animation and imagination where bears fly kites, snowboys kick fi eldgoals, Santa snowboards down a slope, frongs jump in and out of a tree, and reindeer leap over your car. As you drive, dial your car radio to FM 93.7 to elisten to a selection of special holiday music performed by a local high school to add to the festive atmosphere of the park
Where: Spanaway Park
When: 5:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up!  Or, for Group Rates and Discount Options - http://www.co.pierce.wa.us/pc/abtus/ourorg/parks/flights.htm
Cost: Admission is charged per vehicle at the gate: $13 per vehicle, $28 per mini-bus
(16-24 passenger capacity), $45 for each bus (25+ passenger capacity)
For more info: http://www.co.pierce.wa.us/pc/abtus/ourorg/parks/flights.htm
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Saturday, December 31 - OLYMPIA - Hands On Childrens Museum Annual "Noon Year's Eve Family Party"

The annual “Noon” Year’s Eve Family Party at the Hands On Childrens Museum.  Ring in 2012 as a family with confetti, noisemakers, party hats, live music, games, door prizes and Hands On art and science activities. 
Where: Hands On Childrens Museum, Olympia
When: 10:00 AM - 3:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: Just show up!
Cost: www.hocm.org
For more info: For more information check out the Museum website, www.hocm.org or call 360-956-0818 for details.
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Plan Ahead:

December 29th through May 12th

Thursday, December 29 through Saturday, February 18 - AUBURN - 6th Annual Daddy Daughter Dance TICKETS ON SALE

Daddies treat their little girls to a night she'll talk about all year on February 18th, 2012!  Enjoy a catered dinner and dessert, dancing and other fun activities.  Professional 5x7 memory photo and party favor included in package. 
Where: Auburn Senior Activity Center, 808 9th St SE, Auburn
When: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM (Friday and Saturday Night Event Options)
Who: Girls age 4-10 yrs with the father figure
How: TICKETS ON SALE DEC 1ST!  Event sells out every year. www.auburnwa.gov or call 253-931-3043
Cost: Couples  (little girl and her father figure) 45.00/57.00, additinal siblings $10.00/13.00
For more info: www.auburnwa.gov
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Monday, January 9 through Saturday, March 31 - AUBURN - Indoor Playground for Ages 5 and Under with visits from Santa

Check out the new preschooler playground at the new gymnasium at Les Gove Park every Monday, Wednesday and Friday!  Bouncies, basketball hoops, teeter-totters, cars and more! 
Where: The New Gymnasium at Les Gove Park, 910 9th St SE Auburn
When: 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Ages 5 and Under.
How: Just show up! (For every 3 children there has to be 1 adult to supervise)
Cost: $2 for the 1st child, $1 each additional child
For more info: www.auburnwa.gov
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Saturday, January 14 - MAPLE VALLEY - Super Saturdays: Story Time for Children with Special Needs

Come for stories, music and activities designed for children with special needs and their families.
This program targets developmental ages 3 to 6, although children of all ages are welcome with an adult.
Where: Maple Valley Library, 21844 SE 248th Street, Maple Valley
When: 9:30 AM
Who: Special Needs Children and their families and/or care provider
How: Just show up!
Cost: FREE
For more info: www.kcls.org
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Saturday, January 14 - OLYMPIA - Hands On Children's Museum Parent's Night Out!

Join The HOCM on the 2nd Saturday of each month for Parent's Night Out.
Where: Hands On Children's Museum, 106 11th Ave SW, Olympia
When: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Children Ages 4 and Up
How: Pre-Registration is Required - http://www.hocm.org/ or call 360.956.0818
Cost: Member Price:  $25 first child + $20 per sibling Non-Member Price:  $30 first child + $25 per sibling
For more info: http://www.hocm.org/
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Saturday, January 14 - MAPLE VALLEY - Family Movie Night

Join your neighbors and meet new friends for dinner, a craft and the newest family movies on our Big Screen at Family Night every 2nd Friday. Now serving Frankie’s Pizza, salad, and dessert. What a great deal! Snacks are also available for sale. Mats are available for the kids to lie on the floor. We encourage children to wear their PJs and bring their blankets, pillows, beanbag chairs and/or sleeping bags.
Where: Greater Maple Valley Community Center, 22010 SE 248th Street, Maple Valley
When: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Families with children
How: Just show up!
Cost: $3.00/child and $5/adult includes Frankie's Pizza Dinner
For more info: For more program information email Cindy or call 425-432-1272. http://www.maplevalleycc.org/childrenfamily/specialevents.php#family_night
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Saturday, January 21 through Saturday, March 24 - DES MOINES - City of Des Moines "2012 Arts Alive" Featuring "Reptile Man"

Come out to celebrate the City of Des Moines 2011 Arts Alive program the 3rd Saturday of each month through March! 
Where: 1000 S 220th, Des Moines
When: 10:30 AM
Who: Everyone
How: Buy tickets online at www.brownpapertickets.com or call 206-870-6527  *Tickets are limited
Cost: 5.00 in advance, $7 at the door (if still available - tickets are limited)
For more info: Jan 21st - Feb 18th- Magic Show with Goofy Gideon Mar 17th - Harmonica Pocket Get Loose With Seuss
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Saturday, January 21 - BELLEVUE - Eats and Beats with Recess Monkey at Kidsquest Museum

Eats & Beats: Recess Monkey - Kick those dreary winter blues with a concert by one of our favorite bands. Their one-of-a-kind groovy tunes will be sure to rock and knock your socks off! KidsQuest will be open for play before and after the concert so you can meet Drew, Jack and Daron, the artists behind the action!
Where: KidsQuest Children’s MuseumLocated inside Factoria Mall, Bellevue
When: 5:30 PM - 8:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: www.kidsquestmuseum.org or 425-637-8100
Cost: Advance Tickets: $8/member, $10/non-member, At the Door: $10/member, $12/non-member
For more info: www.kidsquestmuseum.org or 425-637-8100
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Sunday, January 22 through Saturday, March 3 - TACOMA - Family Snow Trips With Metro Parks

Check out family trips for kayaking, hiking, bicycling, white water rafting and more. Family activities are designed to be done as a family. Participation by two or more intergenerational family members is required.
Where: Various Locations - https://www.metroparkstacoma.net/onlineregistration/Activities/ActivitiesDetails.asp?ProcessWait=N&aid=2311
When: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM
Who: 2 or more family members
How: Pre-Register - https://www.metroparkstacoma.net/onlineregistration/Activities/ActivitiesDetails.asp?ProcessWait=N&aid=2311
Cost: https://www.metroparkstacoma.net/onlineregistration/Activities/ActivitiesDetails.asp?ProcessWait=N&aid=2311
For more info: https://www.metroparkstacoma.net/onlineregistration/Activities/ActivitiesDetails.asp?ProcessWait=N&aid=2311
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Saturday, January 28 - AUBURN - "Gollyology" at Auburn Avenue Kids

The sequel to Science Circus, Gollyoglogy teaches rotation around center of mass with club juggling, balance, with Russian free-standing Ladder acrobatics, more gyroscropic stability with Japanese parasol tricks, inertia with 17th century block juggling, and more. The show will culminate in a grand finale stunt.
Where: Auburn Avenue Theater, Auburn
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: www.auburnwa.gov/arts or 253-931-3043
Cost: 6.00
For more info: www.auburnwa.gov/arts or 253-931-3043
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Saturday, February 18 through Sunday, February 19 - AUBURN, BELLEVUE AND RENTON - Evergreen City Ballet "Fancy Nancy : Bonjour Butterfly"

A Special Family Program by Evergreen City Ballet - "Fancy Nancy:  Bonjour, Butterfly" is adapted from Fancy Nancy: Bonjour Butterfly. See a favorite children's storybook character, Fancy Nancy come to life! Based on the book by Jane O'Conner with illustrations by Robin Preiss Glasser, this charming adaptation of Bonjour Butterfly is sure to delight. Meet Fancy Nancy Illustrator and former ballerina, Robin Priess-Glasser at the Meydenbauer performances only. Last year every show sold out and the addtional later added performances did too!  Online ticket sales will be back online soon ~ please check back often!
Where:   The Theatre at Meydenbauer Center
11100 NE 6th Street
Bellevue, WA Evergreen City Ballet Black Box Studio
2230 Lind Ave. SW, Suite 109
Renton, WA Auburn Performing Arts Center
700 E Main Street
Auburn, WA
When: 10:00 AM (Bellevue - Feb 18th-19th; 10AM, 1PM and 4PM, Renton - March 3rd and 4th, 10AM, 1PM and 4PM, Auburn March 24th 1PM and 4PM)
Who: Everyone
How: Online ticket sales will be back online soon ~ please check back often at this link - http://www.evergreencityballet.org/perf-fancy.html
Cost: 19.00 for Adults, $12.00 for Kids
For more info: http://www.evergreencityballet.org/perf-fancy.html
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Saturday, February 25 - AUBURN - Auburn Avenue Kids "The Frog Prince"

Princess Honey has to find a miracle in order to save the ranch from the clutches of the awful land-grabber, Duke.  Instead she finds a very large frog.  The frog offers to help - but only in exchange for a promise.
Where: Auburn Avenue Theater, Auburn
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: www.auburnwa.gov/arts or 253-931-3043
Cost: 6.00
For more info: www.auburnwa.gov/arts or 253-931-3043
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Saturday, March 24 - AUBURN - Auburn Avenue Kids "Alex Zerbe Professinal Zaniac"

Alex Zerbe's comedy show is a dynamic array of amazing stunts, physical comedy and audience participation.  The show spotlights a variety of mind-blowing manuevers like mouth juggling two ping pong balls and harpooning vegetable launched from giant slingshots.
Where: Auburn Avenue Theater, Auburn
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: www.auburnwa.gov/arts or 253-931-3043
Cost: 6.00
For more info: www.auburnwa.gov/arts or 253-931-3043
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Friday, April 13 - AUBURN - Auburn Avenue Kids Theater "Seussical JR."

The story centers around Horton the Elephant, who finds himself faced with a double challenge - not only must he protect his tiny friend JoJo (and all the invisible Whos) from a world of naysayers and dangers, but he must guard an abandoned egg, left to his care by the irresponsible Mayzie La Bird.  Ultimately, the powers of friendship, loyalty, family and community are challenged and emerge triumphant in a story that makes you laugh and cry. 
Where: Auburn Avenue Theater, Auburn
When: 7:00 PM (Saturday and Sunday Shows at 2PM)
Who: Everyone
How: www.auburnwa.gov/arts or 253-931-3043
Cost: 6.00
For more info: www.auburnwa.gov/arts or 253-931-3043
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Saturday, May 12 - AUBURN - Auburn Avenue Theater Kids "The Lorax and Sneeches & other stories"

Book-It All Over has been given the rare opportunity to bring Dr Seuss to life.  In the Lorax, Dr Seuss implores us to take care of our planet.  We meet the fuzzy yellow Lorax who warns against the taking of the Truffula Tree.  Additional stories featuring the Sneeches are also included in this performance.
Where: Auburn Avenue Theater, Auburn
When: 2:00 PM
Who: Everyone
How: www.auburnwa.gov/arts or 253-931-3043
Cost: 6.00
For more info: www.auburnwa.gov/arts or 253-931-3043
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Parents Night Out at Roach Gymnastics in Sumner!

Need a night away from your kids? We have the night for you!!

Come join Roach Gymnastics for a fun night of games, free play and friendship! Drop your kids off, and enjoy an evening out!

Members: $15 for the first child & $10.00 each child there after
Non-Members: $20 for the first child & $15.00 each child there after

Parents Night Out
  • January 21 5:30p - 9:30p
  • February 11 5:30p - 9:30p
  • March 17 5:30p - 9:30p
  • April 21 5:30p - 9:30p
  • May 19 5 ...

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