Fairfax
|
|
|
September 2, 2010
News & Events
- Cirque De Soleil: Ovo Giveaway!!!
- Cat In The Hat
- College Nannies & Tutors
- ‘fall’ In Love With Touchstone Crystal™
- Savvy Savings And Scholarships Is Coming Soon!
- This Week's Picks
- This Week's Calendar
- Plan Ahead
- Click Here To Submit An Event To Fairfax Mk!
- Plum District Deals!
- Back To School Time
- Geo-cashing
- Books Weighting Our Kids Down?
Cirque de Soleil: OVO Giveaway!!!
Are you ready for OVO?
"The name OVO means “egg” in Portuguese. Directed by Deborah Colker, the first female director at Cirque du Soleil, OVO is a headlong rush into a colorful ecosystem teeming with life, where insects work, eat, crawl, flutter, play, fight and look for love in a non-stop riot of energy and movement.
When a mysterious egg appears in their midst, the insects are awestruck and intensely curious about this iconic object that represents the enigma and cycles of their lives. It’s love at first sight when ...
Cat in the Hat
A new PBS show
A new PBS show is coming... On Monday, September 6th, "The Cat in the Hat Knows All About That" will join the line up of fantastic shows for kids!
"THE CAT IN THE HAT KNOWS A LOT ABOUT THAT! features six-year-old Sally and Nick, best friends and next door neighbors, who are transported on a magical journey to all corners of the globe to make natural science discoveries, with the Cat in the Hat as their guide. Along for the ride are the Cat’s two energetic helpers, the mop-headed ...
College Nannies & Tutors
College Nannies & Tutors comes to Fairfax
As a working mom whose daughter is one year away from needing after school care, I was so excited to learn about College Nannies and Tutors. This fantastic company debuted in the Fairfax area in May and is owned and run by Shirley Corkill. Shirley has a corporate technology executive background as well as working as a volunteer in schools. She started this Fairfax franchise because she could relate the diverse needs of working families needing care for their children.
College Nannies and Tutors ...
‘Fall’ in love with Touchstone Crystal™
Are you looking for extra cash, a night out with the ladies, or just looking for the perfect Jewelry assemble for your favorite outfit?
Well look no further and ‘Fall’ in love with Touchstone Crystal. Check out the new Fall Catalogue by visiting www.my.touchstonecrystal.com/mbennett and bring beauty and style into your wardrobe.
Touchstone Crystal, a member of the Swarovski® group and a new party plan company, is looking for consultants and Hostess to have FUN! Whether that’s by having a Touchstone Crystal party and earning ...
Savvy Savings and Scholarships is coming soon!
Sign up now!
On September 13th, Savvy Source is going to be launching Savvy Savings & Scholarships in the DC area.
Each week, Savvy Source will offer AMAZING opportunities- things like discounts to museums, classes for kids...and so much more! The best part of Savvy Savings & Scholarships is that when you purchase the offer, you are making a contribution to two things: 5% of the proceeds will go to a preschool of YOUR choice, and another 5% will go to a scholarship fund to send children to preschool, that otherwise would not be ...
Saturday, September 4 - Special Needs Family - Sensory Friendly Movie
Where: AMC Potomic Mills 18 and AMC Tysons Corner 16When: 10:00 AMWho: Children with Special Needs and their familiesHow: Arrive by 10 AM to purchase your ticketsCost: Price of ticket admission
Add to My Macaroni
Saturday, September 4 - Workhouse Arts Center Centennial
Where: Workhouse Arts Center, Lorton, VirginiaWhen: 1:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: The whole familyHow: No reservation requiredCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.workhousearts.org/
Add to My Macaroni
Monday, September 6 - Clifton Labor day car show and chili cook off
Where: Main Street, CliftonWhen: 9:00 AM - 3:00 PMWho: The whole familyHow: No reservations requiredCost: FreeFor more info: 703-830-2129
Add to My Macaroni
Monday, September 6 - Herndon Labor Day Jazz & Wine festival
Where: Herndon Town Green, 777 Lynn Street, Herndon VAWhen: 12:00 PM - 6:00 PMWho: The whole familyHow: No reservation requiredCost: check website for details, www.herndon-va.govFor more info: www.herndon-va.gov
Add to My Macaroni
Wednesday, September 1 through Sunday, September 5 - Classy Kids Childrens Consignment Sale
Where: 3320 Noble Pond Way, Woodbridge VAWhen: n/aWho: The Shopper in the familyHow: No reservation requiredCost: FreeFor more info: www.classykidsconsignment.com
Add to My Macaroni
Thursday, September 2 - Mall Munchkins Kids Club
Where: Dulles Town Center, Lower Level Macy'sWhen: 11:00 AMWho: The whole familyHow: Every Thursday morningCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.shopdullestowncenter.com/
Add to My Macaroni
Saturday, September 4 - Home Depot Worksop
Where: Home Depot Locations, http://www.homedepot.com/When: 9:00 AMWho: Ages 5-12How: Register at http://www.homedepot.com/Cost: FreeFor more info: http://www.homedepot.com/
Add to My Macaroni
Monday, August 2 - Register for fall classes with Classic Tales 'N Tunes
Where: Vienna Community Center, (other locations in Arlington also available)When: n/aWho: Birth to 5 years oldCost: prices varyFor more info: http://classictnt.com/index.shtml
Add to My Macaroni
Saturday, September 11 - National Capital Cat Show
Where: Dulles Expo Center, North HallWhen: 9:00 AM - 5:00 AMWho: All cat loversHow: September 11th 9:00AM to 5:00PM September 12th 9:00AM to 4:00PMCost: Adults - $8.00 Children under 12 - $5.00 or $24 for a family of 4
Add to My Macaroni
Saturday, September 11 - Lowes Build and Grow
Where: Various Lowes locations, https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AMWho: Ages 5-12How: Register online: https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/ChooseAClinic.aspxCost: FreeFor more info: https://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/ChooseAClinic.aspx
Add to My Macaroni
Saturday, September 11 through Sunday, September 12 - Burke Centre Festival
Where: Conservancy Festival Grounds 6060 Burke Centre Parkway Burke, VAWhen: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PMWho: All familes - you do not need to live in Burke!How: Buses willl run up and down Burke Centre ParkwayCost: Fee for food and tickets for ridesFor more info: Burke Centre Festival
Add to My Macaroni
Sunday, September 12 - Doll & Teddy Bear Show
Where: Dulles Expo - North Hall, Enterance 3When: 10:00 AM - 3:30 PMWho: Teddy Bear loversHow: September 12, 10:00AM to 3:30 PMCost: Adults - $8.00 Children under 12 - fre
Add to My Macaroni
Wednesday, September 15 - Chick-fil-A September Family Night
Where: Chick-fill-A 9509 Fairfax Blvd Fairfax, VA 22031When: 4:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Hungry families who love booksHow: Drive overCost: Free if dressed up
Add to My Macaroni
Sunday, September 19 through Friday, September 24 - 2010 Fall for the Book
Where: George Mason UniversityWhen: n/aWho: Readers of all agesHow: For a complete schedule of activities: http://www.fallforthebook.org/events/calendar.phpCost: Free
Add to My Macaroni
Wednesday, October 20 through Sunday, October 24 - Disney on Ice is coming!
Where: The Patriot Center, Fairfax VirginiaWhen: 7:00 PM (show times vary)Who: All Toy Story 3 fans!How: Use code ZTS3 when purchasing! http://disney.go.com/disneyonice/Cost: Ticket prices varyFor more info: http://disney.go.com/disneyonice/
Add to My Macaroni
Saturday, October 23 through Sunday, October 24 - USA Science & Engineering Festival
Where: The Mall in Washington DCWhen: 9:00 AM - 6:00 PMWho: Families and childrenHow: Metro or driveCost: FreeFor more info: http://www.usasciencefestival.org/
Add to My Macaroni
Click here to submit an event to Fairfax MK!
Do you help organize events? Are you involved with activities that you think other families would enjoy? Fairfax Macaroni Kid wants to hear from you! Please share activities, events, or resources that you would like to see mentioned in an upcoming edition of our newsletter!
Plum District Deals!
50% off from Mingle Design!
Are you a savvy mom? Do you like great deals? You will love PlumDistrict.com!
This daily deal website is just for families, bringing all the best deals right into your home, for you to enjoy. From kids clothing to ice cream, Plum District will bring fantastic opportunities to our area, and to you! Signing up is easy! By submitting your email, you will find out about daily deals. If you like the deal, you can buy it!
There are already great deals that you can take advantage of!
Back To School Time
It's back to school time for our children! Moms look forward to it, children dread it. It isn't always easy to transition from the relaxed schedule of summer (whether that be at home or camp) and into the structured schedule of school.
We've put together some tips to help you and your childen make it a smoother transitions:
For those prone to nervousness on the first day
- Remind them they probably aren't the only one nervous - including the teacher!
- Remind them of the fun activities they ...
Geo-Cashing
So, if your kids balk at the thought of an afternoon hike, this is the perfect way to entice them. Go online to www.geocaching.com and enter your zip code. The site will list all the "caching" locations in your area. Take ...
Books Weighting Our Kids Down?
Go to any elementary or middle school and you are sure to see tons of kids weighed down by their backpacks.
Did you know the average school textbook weighs between 3 and 4 pounds?
Kids are carrying on the average of 8-12 pounds in books every school day! You may not have a say when if come to books having to come home for homework, but her are some way to minimize your child's back strain. Your kids may not have much of a choice when it comes to ...