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January 21, 2012
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King Arthur Flour
Valentines Give-Away!
King Arthur Flour is America’s oldest flour company, founded in Boston in 1790 to provide pure, high-quality flour for residents of the newly formed United States. To put it into context, George Washington had just been elected to his first term in office! More than 220 years later, they are the nation’s premier baking resource, offering everything from top-quality baking products to inspiring educational programs – all backed by the passion and commitment of dedicated employee-owners.
Care for the community and the environment starts with King Arthur's products ...
Monster Jam!
Give-Away!!
Monster Jam Ready To Roll Into New York Tri-State Area With
Events In Long Island And New Jersey!
Don’t Miss The Preshow “Party In The Pits” For An Amazing Chance To
Meet The Monsters and Their Drivers Up Close!
New York, NY -- Feld Motor Sportsâ„ announced today that tickets are now on sale for
Advance Auto Parts Monster Jam® coming to Nassau Coliseum from January 27 –
29, 2012 and IZOD Center from February 3 - 4, 2012.
This show will feature some of the most popular monster trucks ever assembled ...
Monday, January 23 - Story Time at Barnes and Noble
Where: Somerville Barnes and Noble
Somerset Shopping Center, 319 Route 202/206, Bridgewater, NJ 08807, 908-526-7425When: 11:00 AM (ends 2/27/2012)Who: all childrenHow: show upCost: freeFor more info: 908-526-7425
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Tuesday, January 24 - Toddler Time for 2's and 3's: Bundle Up!
Where: Hillsborough Public Library 379 S Branch Rd, HillsboroughWhen: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AMWho: children ages 3 and olderCost: FreeFor more info: 369-2200 ext 14 http://www.libraryinsight.net/eventdetails.asp?jx=hup&lmx=232229&v=3
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Tuesday, January 24 - Ready, Set Circus Tots!
Where: Circus Place 3 Jill Court Hillsborough, NJ 08844When: 10:00 AM - 10:45 AMWho: Pre-schoolers & ParentsCost: $12 per classFor more info: www.thecircusplace.com 908-829-3784
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Wednesday, January 25 - Toddler Time!
Where: Bridgewater Township Library 1 Vogt Dr, BridgewaterWhen: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM (ALSO- Jan. 19 @ 10:30am)Who: Ages 18 - 36 monthsCost: FreeFor more info: 526-4016 http://www.libraryinsight.com/eventdetails.asp?jx=njp&lmx=408348&v=3
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Wednesday, January 25 - St. Ann's School Open House
Where: St. Ann School 29 Second Avenue Raritan, NJ 08869When: 7:30 PM - 9:00 PMWho: Parents of school aged children (PreK- 8th grade)How: Come visit us!Cost: FreeFor more info: For more information, or to schedule an alternative date/time, contact the School Office (908) 725-7787 More open houses 1/29/12 10:00am-1pm and 2/1/12 9am-10:30am
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Thursday, January 26 - Kindermusik Playdate
Where: Temple Beth-El 67 Route 206 HillsboroughWhen: 9:00 AM - 9:45 AM (Also Tuesday 1/31 @9am)Who: Parents and newborns - 7 years oldHow: Parents should reserve their spot by emailing kmwithmsjenni@gmail.com or prepaying online at www.kindermusikwithmsjenni.comCost: $10 each child $5 each additional sibling 12 months and under freeFor more info: kmwithmsjenni@gmail.com
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Friday, January 27 - Snow Globe Gala - Kreative Kids
Where: Kreative Kids Art and Music Academy. 4 Jill Court Bldg 22 Unit 3 Hillsborough, NJ 08844When: 5:45 PM - 6:45 PMWho: Children of all ages are welcome. Children under 5 must be accompanied by an adult.How: Call 908-431-4439 or email kreativekidshillsborough@gmail.com to register for this event by Wednesday 1/25/2012.Cost: $7.00For more info: Call for additional info.
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Saturday, January 28 - Build & Grow at Lowe's
Where: Lowe's 315 US Highway 206 Hillsborough, 08844When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: Children up to age 12How: Due to high demand, please register online at: http://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/Home.aspxCost: FREE!!!For more info: www.lowesbuildandgrow.com 908-904-6140
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Saturday, January 28 - Kid's In The Kitchen- Panini Party!
Where: Wegmans 724 US Highway 202 Bridgewater, NJWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM (Second session from 12pm-1pm)Who: Kids 4 and upHow: Purchase tickets in advance at the Customer Service Desk. Contact 908-243-9600 for further information.Cost: $5.00 per child & parent with Shoppers Club ($10 without)Please purchase tickets in advance at the Service Desk.
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Saturday, January 28 - Magic Tree House: Space Mission
Where: Raritan Valley Community College Planetarium 118 Lamington RoadBranchburg, NJ 08876When: 3:00 PMWho: Recommended for ages 5 and olderHow: Reservations are strongly suggested for all Planetarium shows.Cost: Tickets cost $6 for one show or $11 for two shows on the same day.For more info: For additional information, call 908-231-8805 or visit www.raritanval.edu/planetarium.
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Saturday, January 21 - Snack & Study - Grades 9-12
Where: Hillsborough Public Library 379 S Branch Rd, Hillsborough, NJ 08844When: 5:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Grades 9- 12How: register online, stop by desk or call 369-2200 ext. 14Cost: Free
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Friday, January 27 - Teen Game Night
On Friday nights, the library is a teen-only zone. Come and battle it out on the X-Box, show your skills on Wii, or play Dungeons and Dragons and games.
Where: Somerville Public Library 35 West End Ave.
Somerville, NJ 08876
(908) 725-1336When: 5:30 PM - 8:30 PMWho: Grades 5- 12How: Stop byCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.libraryinsight.net/eventdetails.asp?jx=smp&lmx=240723&v=3 725-1336
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Saturday, February 4 - Home Depot - Kids Workshop
- FREE hands-on workshops designed for children ages 5 - 12 offered the 1st Saturday of every month at all The Home Depot stores between 9:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.
- Workshops teach children do-it-yourself skills and tool safety along with instilling a sense of pride and accomplishment.
- All kids get to keep their craft and receive a FREE Kids Workshop Apron, commemorative pin and certificate of achievement.
- February - Make A Keep Safe Box!
Where: Your local Home Depot Stores!When: 9:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Ages 5 - 12How: show upCost: FREE
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Tuesday, February 7 - School's Out Camp at Branchburg Sports Complex!
Where: Branchburg Sports Complex 47 Readington RoadWhen: 9:00 AM - 4:00 PMWho: Ages 6 - 12How: Call to register!Cost: Full Day Camps
9 am - 4 pm
Includes lunch
BSC Members: $60 per child
Non-Members: $65 per childFor more info: 908-203-1600 www.branchburgsports.com
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Tuesday, February 7 - Lego Build
February - LEGO Hocky Player
Where: LEGO Store Bridgewater Commons MallWhen: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: Ages 6- 14How: show up early!Cost: FreeFor more info: http://stores.lego.com/en-us/StoreEvents.aspx
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Friday, February 10 - Parents Night Out
Where: Jump!Zone 6 Jill Court Hillsborough, NJ 08844When: 5:30 PM - 9:30 PMWho: Ages 3- 12How: Ticket required http://www.jumpzoneparty.com/Birthday-Party-Specials-at-Jump-Zone.php?jzpcity=Hillsborough&jzpid=026Cost: $25.00For more info: http://www.jumpzoneparty.com/Birthday-Party-Specials-at-Jump-Zone.php?jzpcity=Hillsborough&jzpid=026 908-428-8515
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Saturday, February 11 - Parent & Me Music Class
Where: Main Street Dance & Music 430 S. Main Street Manville, NJ 08835 908-698-2157When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM (Please arrive at 10:15)Who: Babies/Toddlers age 6 months through 3 years old (2 adults are invited along!)How: Pre-registration is encouraged by making paypal payment here. https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=DTNEVX8KZGDES Checks can also be mailed to 430 South Main Street Manville, NJ 08835Cost: $10 for up to two adults and as many children as you have. Older siblings out of the age range are welcome to attend.
We also have a weekly class every Wednesday at 10:30am that is just $5 per child, pay as you go.For more info: http://www.mainstreetdanceandmusic.com
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Spinach and Rice Lasagna is a new favorite!
PBS Kitchen Explorers is the place to go for healthy and delicious recipes to make with kids!
I am a big fan of Aviva Goldfarb and her Six O'Clock Scramble cookbooks and website www.thescramble.com . She is also a contributor to the new PBS Kitchen Explorers, www.pbs.org/parents/kitchenexplorers . Goldfarb and Alice Currah, both amazing moms and cooks are your field guides to this site where you can help your child create magic in the kitchen. I highly recommend giving this site a try with your kids. It's amazing the great confidence that can come from letting your child make something from ...
Game Day Recipe
Pulled Buffalo Chicken Sandwich-Slow cooker style
My family and I love hot sauce and Buffalo wings. Honestly, I put hot sauce on everything. I have a recipe using hot sauce that would be great for your family to try.
With the playoffs now in full force and the Super Bowl coming this is an easy recipe to make that day. You can start it in the morning in your slow cooker or if you don't think of putting it in the morning you can put it in your oven.
You can do a lot with ...
Game Day Treats
Rice Krispies Treats Footballs!
Kellogg's® Rice Krispies Treats® bars dipped in caramel and decorated with chocolate in honor of the Big Game.
Preparation Time: 15 Mins.
Total Time to Serve: 15 Mins.
Servings: 16
INGREDIENTS
16 Kellogg's® Rice Krispies Treats® Original bars14 oz. caramels
1 tablespoon water
12 oz. semi-sweet chocolate chips
DIRECTIONS
1. Open KELLOGG'S RICE KRISPIES TREATS bars and cut off approximately 1/4-inch from corners, so the shape resembles a football.2. Place unwrapped caramel in microwave safe bowl with water. Microwave in 30-second intervals until completely ...
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Valentine's Day Crayons
I’m usually in the kitchen baking something yummy, but this weekend my son and I made heart crayons. We started this Valentine tradition a few years ago when one of our friends gave out these valentines. The kids bring home so much candy in their valentines (not that there’s anything wrong with that), but this is something fun and unexpected. The original idea was submitted to the Family Fun website. It’s very simple and a great way to get rid of all of those worn down crayons ...
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Glass Magnet Craft
Here is what you need:
. Glue that dries clear
. Glass beads that you can find in the floral section at craft stores
. Magnets any size really just as long as they are small enough not to be seen when you glue it to the
Glass
. A circle hole punch I’ve been using a ¾’
. Any picture that you would like to use. Out of the newspaper, magazines, print outs, etc………….
. All these things are available at Michaels.
This is all you do:
You just punch out your picture ...
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