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CONGRATULATIONS TO OUR MOST RECENT GIVEAWAY WINNERS:

Barefoot Book's Tales of Magic and Mystery book and CD:  Michelle Dumas

Fancy Fonts by Karen Psimas personalized plate and bowl:  Kelly Barba

MKVB Subcriber Referral $10 Starbucks giftcard:  Jennifer Heinsinger


Halloween Happenings

What are YOU going to do?

Macaroni Kid Virginia Beach's comprehensive list of Halloween related activities happening in and around Virginia Beach during Halloween weekend has so many events, the list is too long to post as an article in the newsletter so you can view it at the link below. Hope everyone finds this list helpful. Happy Halloween!

 

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MKVB supports Matilda Ennis...

and is sending one lucky winner to her benefit!

The Story of Matilda’s Transplant Journey

Matilda was born with a congenital cataract and had surgery to have the cataract removed at 7 weeks old at the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP). During a follow up appointment at CHOP, the surgeon noticed that Matilda’s eyes were yellow and she appeared jaundice and recommended she receive testing to diagnose her condition.  After testing back home at CHKD in Norfolk, Matilda was diagnosed with a very rare congenital condition, Biliary Atresia, where the bile duct between the liver and ...

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month

Domestic Violence Awareness Month (DVAM) evolved from the "Day of Unity" in October 1981 conceived by the National Coalition Against Domestic Violence. The intent was to connect advocates across the nation who were working to end violence against women and their children. The Day of Unity soon became an entire week devoted to a range of activities conducted at the local, state, and national levels.

In October 1987, the first Domestic Violence Awareness Month was observed. That same year marks the initiation of the first national domestic violence toll-free hotline ...

This Week's Picks:

Saturday, October 23 through Saturday, October 23 - Cow-lo-Ween

Join the Chick-fil-A Cow for Breakfast! Enjoy arts and crafts, pumpkin decorating, music, dancing and costume contests. Also includes a special meet and greet photo opportunity with the cow and good bags.  Register to win Free "Chick-fil-A for a Year". Kids wear your favorite costume and receive your breakfast FREE with purchase of a breakfast combo (limited items available for purchase) Crafts and Goodie Bags available while supplies last.
Where: Chick-Fil-A INSIDE Lynnhaven Mall
When: 9:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Who: Open to the Public
How: http://www.cfarestaurant.com/lynnhavenmall/home
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, October 23 through Saturday, October 23 - The Klumsy Moose Fall Festival

The Klumsy Moose Children's Boutique is having a Fall Festival! Merry Heart the clown will be face painting and doing balloon animals, there will be Special Store Promotions, Raffles and more plus Sweets and Treats Provided By Farm Fresh and a Costume Contest Will Be From 11-2pm. Winner Will Receive A Halloween Tote Filled With Goodies! Costume Contest is open to Children 6 & under please. Winner will be Announced On Facebook Monday Morning!
Where: The Klumsy Moose Children's Boutique, 1400 Kempsville Rd Suite 123, Chesapeake Va 23320
When: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Open to the Public
How: Contact the store at 757-312-0970 for more info
Cost: FREE
For more info: http://www.facebook.com/pages/Chesapeake-VA/The-Klumsy-Moose-Childrens-Boutique/140955582598427
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Saturday, October 23 through Saturday, October 23 - Fall Festival at Mount Trashmore

Come out to the park to welcome the fall season and enjoy the fun. Inflatables, games, food and more – there's something for the entire family
Where: Mount Trashmore Park
310 Edwin Drive
When: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM
Who: Open to the public
How: www.vbgov.com/specialevents
Cost: FREE
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Saturday, October 23 through Saturday, October 23 - Young Chef's Academy presents Cook for the Cure

Enter the 1st Annual Cook for the Cure at Young Chef's Academy Hilltop and showcase your culinary talents!  Don't want to cook? Come out and sample all the delicious creations!
Where: Young Chef's Academy in the Hilltop East Shopping Center
When: 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Cooking Teams MUST arrive at 12:00PM)
Who: Open to the public
How: To enter, call (757) 422-4337
Cost: $100 per team, $25 per individual, minimum $1 donation to sample
For more info: Sampling starts at 2pm. Judging will take place from 2-2:30pm. Winners will be announced during this time.
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This Week's Calendar:

October 21st through October 27th

Thursday, October 21 through Thursday, October 21 - PreK Art Day at the CAC

Bring your little ones for an art adventure at the Contemporary Art Center of Virginia! Kids ages 3-5 learn about the elements of art through storytelling, gallery tours, hands-on art activities and creative movement exercises. Early childhood specialists lead students and parents through a one-hour program designed to teach children basic art lessons
Where: Contemporary Art Center of Virginia 2200 Parks Avenue 23451
When: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM
Who: Open to the public
How: To register, call Holly Ackiss at 757.425.0000 x.23
Cost: $5 members; $7 non members
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Thursday, October 21 through Thursday, October 21 - Toddler Trek Thursday

oin us for Toddler Trek Thursdays, an outdoor exploration session for early learners and their parents. Every Thursday, take an easy 30-minute stroll along the Nature Trail to discover a new animal, color, or shape through fun outdoor activities.
Where: This program meets in the Marsh Pavilion and will take place inside during inclement weather. Virginia Aquarium- 717 General Booth Blvd 23451
When: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: Open to the public
How: www.virginiaaquarium.com
Cost: Free with paid admission, free to members
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Thursday, October 21 through Thursday, October 21 - Creepy Crawly Cool

If it slithers, slimes, hisses, or spins a web, you can bet we will introduce you to it. Get up close and personal with some of natures creepy creatures during Discover Days at the Virginia Aquarium. Programs include age-appropriate discussions, activities and crafts.
Where: Virginia Aquarium
When: 2:00 PM - 3:15 PM
Who: Children ages 4-6, accompanied by an adult
How: Pre-register: (757) 385-0278 or [email protected]
Cost: $7 members; $10 non members
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Friday, October 22 through Sunday, November 7 - Hunt Club Farms Harvest Festival

Hunt Club Farm has continued to be a family destination in October over the past 20 years! Making family traditions and memories is Hunt Club Farm’s specialty. Hunt Club Farm's Fall Harvest Festival features Virginia Beach's Largest Pumpkin Patch, Petting Farm, Farm-Tour Hayrides, Pony Rides, Inflatable Rides, Carnival Rides, and an array of Special Events.
Where: Hunt Club Farms 2388 London Bridge Rd 23456
When: 10:00 AM - 6:00 PM
Who: Open to the public
How: www.huntclubfarm.com; Fall Harvest Festival hours are 10 am to 6 pm, Every Weekend in October: Oct. 2-3, Oct. 9-10, Oct.16-17, Oct. 23-24, Oct. 30-31.
Cost: Pricing: Petting Farm Wristband: $3 per person. Hayride & Petting Farm Wristband: $6 per person. Harvest Fair Wristband (Weekends only): $12 per child. Pony Rides: $5 each.
For more info: Sunday October 24, 2010- Children's Halloween Party 2-4pm PRE-REGISTRATION REQUIRED; $15 per child & $6 per adult, includes petting farm admittance, a 3-5lb pumpkin, a DJ with games and dancing, costumed characters, cupcake & pumpkin decorating
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Friday, October 22 through Friday, October 22 - Haunticus at Nauticus & The Hunt for Dead October

Dress up in your Halloween best and join us for the appalling good time!  Enjoy The Haunted Battleship, Pumpkin Blast, Creepy Creature feature, face painting, a scavenger hunt, make andtake activties and plenty of candy
Where: Nauticus One Waterside Dr, Norfolk
When: 6:00 PM - 11:00 PM
Who: Open to the public
How: For more information, call 757-664-1014
Cost: $7 children, $5 adults. Members and children under 6 FREE
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Friday, October 22 through Sunday, November 7 - Hunt Club Farms Halloween

HCF has been Haunting Hampton Roads for over 20 years with 3 Scary Haunted
Attractions: The Haunted Hayride, The Village of the Dead, and The Field of Screams. The Haunted Hayride is VB’s original haunted hayride, if you can scream— You may
make it through the Haunted Woods. The Village of the Dead is where the living
dare to walk through the dark realm of the Dead!! It is a true town of terror, complete with a bell
tower, a swamp, and of course, the graveyard. In the Field of Screams, a cornfield of terror awaits
you where you can’t imagine what hides between the rows. Features a cast of 75 live performers
nightly. Amusement Rides, Games, Concessions, Pumpkins, and More.
Where: Hunt Club Farm 2388 London Bridge Rd 23456
When: 7:00 PM - 11:00 PM (Last ticket 9:30PM)
Who: Open to the Public
How: www.huntclubfarm.com, Open Every Weekend in October!! Opening Weekend is Friday & Saturday: October 1st and 2nd!! Also Open Friday – Sunday: October 8th – 10th and Wednesday – Sunday: October 13th- 31st.
Cost: Halloween Festival Tickets: $20 – includes entry to each Haunted Attraction: Haunted Hayride,
Village of the Dead, and Field of Screams. Unlimited Scream Wristband: $25- All 3 Haunted
Attractions: As Many Times as you DARE for one night!
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Friday, October 22 through Saturday, October 23 - Night at the Museum: A Sleepover for Spies & Detectives

Do you have a keen sense of sight, sound, or smell? Here’s your chance to find out. Join us for a night full of family-friendly activities. Clue into the popular book Chasing Vermeer, become a real sleuth at Detective School, take a magical mystery tour, and watch a fun film. By the time you spread your sleeping bags in Huber Court or one of our downstairs galleries for the night, you’ll be worthy of Scotland Yard
Where:
Chrysler Museum of Art
245 W Olney Rd.
Norfolk, VA 23501
When: 7:00 PM - 9:00 AM
Who: Families with children ages 8 to 12
How: contact Channon Dillard at (757) 333-6239
Cost: $35 per person for Museum Members, $55 per person for non members
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Saturday, October 23 through Saturday, October 23 - Halloween Storytime

Join us as we scare up some old-fashioned fun at Halloween Storytime featuring Scardy-Cat, Splat. Costume Parade and fun activities for preschoolers and school-age children.
Where: Barnes & Noble 4485 Virginia Beach Blvd  23462
When: 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM
Who: Open to the Public
How: 757-671-2331
Cost: FREE
For more info: Barnes & Noble Lynnhaven will be hosting a similar event starting at 11am
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Saturday, October 23 through Saturday, October 23 - Garden Night Adventures: Creepy Creature Feature

Explore the Garden at night with your family!  Make s'mores around a campfire, explore the Enchanted Forest and go on a hike lead by the NBG staff.  Flashlight and comfortable walking shoes are strongly encouraged.    
Where: Nofolk Botanical Gardens 6700 Azalea Garden Rd Norfolk
When: 6:30 PM - 9:00 PM
Who: Open to the public
How: http://www.norfolkbotanicalgarden.org/home
Cost: $10 per person/ $8 members
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Wednesday, October 27 through Wednesday, October 27 - Storytime at Barnes & Noble

Join us at Town Center for our regular weekly storytime. A fun craft is included!
Where: Barnes & Noble Town Center 4485 Virginia Beach Blvd, Virginia Beach, VA 23462  
When: 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM
Who: Open to the public
How: Store phone number: 757-671-2331
Cost: free
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Plan Ahead:

Sunday, November 21 through Sunday, November 21 - National Girls Day Out

The Girl Scout Council of Colonial Coast and Kappa Delta Sorority invite girls in grades 2-8
to National Girls Day Out. Former Miss Virginia, author of BeYOUtiful and MTV MADE Coach
Julie Marie Carrier will speak to the girls about confidence and will host a meet and greet and
book signing. Afternoon workshops using the Girl Scout/Dove Self-Esteem Program Uniquely
Me will help prepare girls to lead healthy, confident lives. .
Where: The Sandler Center at the College of William & Mary
When: 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM
Who: Open to the public
How: To reserve your spot, register online at www.gsccc.org or call 1-800-77SCOUT for details.
Cost: A $10 registration fee for the program is due by November 1 and non-Girl Scouts must also pay a $12 fee to join Girl Scouts
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Also on the Macaroni Menu...

Roasted Fall Vegetable

This recipe is the perfect counterpart to all the yummy Fall and Halloween goodies that have been sneaking into everyone's diets!

Roasted Fall Vegetables

Ingredients
1 small butternut squash, cubed
2 red bell peppers, seeded and diced
1 sweet potato, peeled and cubed
3 Yukon Gold potatoes, cubed
1 red onion, quartered
1 tablespoon chopped fresh thyme
2 tablespoons chopped fresh rosemary
1/4 cup olive oil
2 tablespoons balsamic vinegar
salt and freshly ground black pepper

Directions
Preheat oven to 475 degrees F (245 degrees C).
In a ...


Calling all PTA Members!!!


How do you like your macaroni?

In our house, we try not to be short-order cooks, but it always seems like we're serving up someone a plate of plain noodles. Macaroni without the cheese? Not for us, but everybody's tastes are different!

The same is true of Macaroni Kid! Read on to learn more about the different choices you have as a Macaroni Kid Virginia Beach subscriber.

We hope you're enjoying your weekly serving of local news and events for parents around Virginia Beach, and we'll keep sending you our e-newsletter once ...


Macaroni Made

Pumpkin Seed Projects

Carved your pumpkin and not sure what to do with all the leftover seeds? Turn them into a yummy treat or into art!!!

 

Pumpkin Seed Art

 

supplies

Lightweight cardboard (we cut up an empty cereal box)
Pumpkin printable template
Painters or masking tape
Paint brush
Black marker
White glue
Orange, green and brown paint
Newspaper (to cover the painting surface)
100 dried pumpkin seeds (a small bag will be more than enough). If you are using seeds that aren't store bought, make sure to roast them first to dry ...


Macaroni Planet

Reduce, Reuse, Recycle on Halloween

3 Tips for going green this Halloween courtesy Green Halloween®  :

 

1. Reduce – Instead of handing out handfuls of candy to each little ghost and goblin, consider giving just one of something. You‟ll save money and your decision will likely be better for the health the children who come to your door (since they‟ll consume less) and for the planet since fewer resources will go into the making, packaging, transporting and/or disposal of the treat. Reducing can be applied to all of your holiday choices. And if you ...


Macaroni Tips...

Pumpkin Carving

1. The Bigger the Better...or easier to carve.  Pumpkins with a light colored skin are softer and easier to cut.  Shy away from bruises and or moldy stems 

2.  Don't create your lid by cutting straight down or it will fall in.  Place the knife at a 42 degree angle.

3.  Be sure to save your seeds for a healthy snack! 

4.  Ice cream scoops work great for scooping out the seeds.  Be sure to scrape the walls well.  About 1 inch thickness is ideal. 

5.  Inexperienced carvers ...


On the Macaroni Menu...

POPCORN BALLS

This is a quick and easy recipe that parents can do with their kids! Add food color (before mixing the hot mixture with the popcorn), and the balls can help celebrate any occasion!

Ingredients
3/4 cup light corn syrup
1/4 cup margarine
2 teaspoons cold water
2 5/8 cups confectioners' sugar
1 cup marshmallows
5 quarts plain popped popcorn


Directions
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine the corn syrup, margarine, cold water, confectioners' sugar and marshmallows. Heat and stir until the mixture comes to a boil ...


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