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May 8, 2012
News & Events
- Macaroni Vacation
- Happy Mother's Day!
- What do Moms REALLY Want for Mother's Day?
- Crunchy Raisin French Toast
- Macaroni Crafts
- Summer Camp Directory
- This Week's Picks
- This Week's Calendar
- Teen Scene
- Plan Ahead
- Notes from the Editor
- Macaroni Deals!
- Mac Kid Child Care Directory
- Kindermusik with Rishanne ...
- Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) New Braunfels
Macaroni Vacation
Next newsletter publishes May 22!
Hi – I hope you’re all having a great week! I can’t believe this crazy weather. It was so hot over the weekend, and now all of this rain … but I’m not complaining!
We’d first like to send a lot of Macaroni LOVE to all the teachers and nurses out there. We know our Macaroni Kid families truly appreciate all that you do!
This week’s newsletter will be a bit different than your typical weekly updates, because I’m taking next week off for a little ...
Happy Mother's Day!
Support local MOM-owned businesses
In honor and support of New Braunfels-area mothers, we have created a business listing for local mom-owned businesses for the month of May!
You can check out our MOM-owned Business Directory online. You’ll find everything from retail shops to direct sales businesses to services, and more! Please show these Macaroni Mamas some love, especially this month, if and when you can!
If you’d like to be listed in this directory (for FREE!), simply email me at your convenience at jenniferg@macaronikid.com. Note-Because of my vacation, this directory ...
What do Moms REALLY Want for Mother's Day?
Crunchy Raisin French Toast
Stuffed with Strawberries and Cream Cheese
Ingredients:
Directions:
Crush cereal flakes and place ...
Macaroni Crafts
Plantable Paper
Supplies for Plantable Paper
Napkins - in various colors
Plastic container with screw top lid
Flower seeds
Strainer/Collander
Wax paper
Cookie cutter - large enough to place your fingers in
Towels - 2 to 3
Cooling rack (optional)
Supplies for Greeting Card
Construction paper
Double-sided tape (or other adhesive)
Markers, crayons, colored pencils, etc
Directions:
- Tear napkins into pieces about half the size of a postage stamp. Place the napkin pieces into the plastic container until the container is about half full. Fill the container with water. Screw lid onto container. Shake ...
Summer Camp Directory
Back by popular demand is the Macaroni Kid Summer Camp Directory!! Can you believe it’s already time to start thinking about summer camps?! We’ve got some great listings already posted for J&R Gymnastics and Illusions Dance Center, and more are on the way.
For complete information and details, visit our Summer Camp Directory.
Additionally, this year, we’re also linking up with the Seguin Macaroni Kid Summer Camp Directory to bring you even more area camps! Simply click through the live link above for more information.
When ...
Wednesday, May 9 through Wednesday, May 9 - Dual Conversation & Bilingual Storytime
Where: New Braunfels Public Library-Library Meeting RoomWhen: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM (Next one held in June.)Who: Open to the publicHow: Just show up!Cost: FreeFor more info: www.nbtexas.org
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Thursday, May 10 through Thursday, May 10 - Kindermusik: Our Time
self-control, and communications skills. Singing, imitating sounds, rhyming, and object
identification foster language skills, while creative movement to various musical “moods”
develops a sense of balance, timing, and spatial awareness. Listening and turn-taking
encourage blossoming social skills.
Where: NB Church of ChristWhen: 4:00 PMWho: Ages 1.5-3How: Register OnlineCost: Listed onlineFor more info: www.kindermusikwithrishanne.com
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Friday, May 11 through Friday, May 11 - Playnastics
Where: J&R Gymnastics. 1437 Walnut, New BraunfelsWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:30 AM (Every Friday)Who: Toddlers through age 5 (pre K) may bring their parents to came and play together in the gym.Cost: Member $5, Non-members $7 (multi-child discount)For more info: http://www.jandrgymnastics.com/special-programs.html
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Friday, May 11 through Friday, May 11 - Mother's Day Activity
Where: McKenna Children's MuseumWhen: 11:00 AMWho: Kids of all agesHow: Call the museumCost: This activity is free with paid admission.For more info: www.mckennakids.org
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Friday, May 11 through Friday, May 11 - Friday Night Fun/Parent's Night Out
Where: J & R Gymnastics: 1437 Walnut, New BraunfelsWhen: 7:30 PM - 11:00 PM (2nd Friday of the month; Next event: 6/8)Who: This event is open to all children ages 5-11.How: Space is limited so call to reserve a spot.Cost: Call for pricing information.For more info: http://www.jandrgymnastics.com/special-programs.html
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Saturday, May 12 through Saturday, May 12 - Kops & Kids
Where: Landa Park Dance SlabWhen: 11:00 AM - 2:00 PM (Only held on 5/12)Who: Open to the publicHow: Just show up!Cost: FREEFor more info: Click here for more info.
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Thursday, May 17 through Thursday, May 17 - Soccer Tots
Where: McKenna NewBraunfitWhen: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM (Starts 5/17; Every Thursday for 12 weeks. 1 PM: 2-year-olds; 2 PM: 3-year olds; 3 PM: 4-year-olds)Who: For Ages 2-4How: Visit www.alamosoccertots.com or call 210-399-4861 for more information.Cost: Sibling and military discounts. Monthly payment options. Pro-rated option if your child needs to start later.For more info: www.alamosoccertots.com
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Friday, May 18 through Monday, May 28 - 5th Annual Floating Frog Fest
Where: Landa ParkWhen: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM (Only held on 5/18)Who: All agesHow: Just show upCost: $5/frog donationFor more info: 830-629-4547
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Saturday, May 19 through Saturday, May 19 - Kids Night Out
Where: Landa Rec CenterWhen: 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM (Saturdays: 5/19)Who: Kids, ages 4-14How: Contact Parks & RecCost: $10For more info: www.nbtexas.org
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Monday, May 21 through Monday, May 21 - Clown Bonzo Crunch
Where: Meeting Room at NB Public LibraryWhen: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: Children of All agesHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: www.nbtexas.org
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Wednesday, May 9 through Wednesday, May 9 - Story Time at The Stone
Where: The Stone, 1198 Gruene RoadWhen: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM (Every Wednesday!)Who: KidsHow: Just show upCost: Story Time is free, but drinks, snacks, and books are available for purchase.For more info: 830-625-3227
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Wednesday, May 9 through Wednesday, May 9 - Animal Friends
Where: McKenna Children's MuseumWhen: 11:00 AM (Next Snake Farm Visit: 5/23. Feed the crocs every Monday, Wednesday & Friday!)Who: Kids, all agesHow: Kids must be accompanied by an adult.Cost: Cost included with museum admissionFor more info: www.mckennakids.org
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Wednesday, May 9 through Wednesday, May 9 - Kindermusik: Sign & Sing
long-term learning abilities.
Where: NB Church of ChristWhen: 4:00 PMWho: 6 months-3 yearsHow: Register OnlineCost: Listed onlineFor more info: www.kindermusikwithrishanne.com
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Wednesday, May 9 through Wednesday, May 9 - Kindermusik: Imagine That
exploration…a journey limited only by the power of imagination. Pretend play activities are
integrated with music, vocal development, storytelling, movement, and literature to capture the
preschooler’s potential to learn and to encourage cognitive and literacy skills, creativity and
individuality.
Where: NB Church of ChristWhen: 5:00 PMWho: Ages 3-5How: Register onlineCost: Listed onlineFor more info: www.kindermusikwithrishanne.com
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Thursday, May 10 through Thursday, May 10 - Kindermusik: Village
Where: Class meets in a portable building at NB Churhc of Christ (off I-35)When: 9:30 AMWho: Newborn-18 months: lap babies, crawlers, and walkers.How: Register onlineCost: Listed onlineFor more info: www.kindermusikwithrishanne.com
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Thursday, May 10 through Thursday, May 10 - Kindermusik: Family time
for everyone. So we took favorite Kindermusik songs and activities like “Shake, Shake the
Apple Tree” and “hammocking” and rolled them into a fun, family class where each child is
welcomed and valued and family “together time” is celebrated and cherished.
Where: NB Church of ChristWhen: 10:30 AMWho: Newborn-7 yearsHow: Register onlineCost: listed onlineFor more info: www.kindermusikwithrishanne.com
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Thursday, May 10 through Thursday, May 10 - Science Matters
Where: McKenna Children's MuseumWhen: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AMWho: This activity is for ALL ages and is FREE with admission into the museum.How: Just show up! No registration required.Cost: Included with cost of museum admissionFor more info: www.mckennakids.org
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Friday, May 11 through Friday, May 11 - Mini Monet
Where: Bisque Bistro: 301 W. San Antonio, New BraunfelsWhen: 10:00 AMWho: All ages are welcome.How: Reservations required.Cost: $10 each must be prepaidFor more info: www.bisquebistro.com
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Friday, May 11 through Friday, May 11 - Kindermusik: Our Time
self-control, and communications skills. Singing, imitating sounds, rhyming, and object
identification foster language skills, while creative movement to various musical “moods”
develops a sense of balance, timing, and spatial awareness. Listening and turn-taking
encourage blossoming social skills.
Where: NB Church of ChristWhen: 10:00 AMWho: 1.5-3 yearsHow: Register OnlineCost: Listed onlineFor more info: www.kindermusikwithrishanne.com
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Friday, May 11 through Friday, May 11 - Kindermusik: Imagine That
exploration…a journey limited only by the power of imagination. Pretend play activities are
integrated with music, vocal development, storytelling, movement, and literature to capture the
preschooler’s potential to learn and to encourage cognitive and literacy skills, creativity and
individuality.
Where: NB Church of ChristWhen: 11:00 AMWho: Ages 3-5How: Register onlineCost: Listed onlineFor more info: www.kindermusikwithrishanne.com
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Friday, May 11 through Friday, May 11 - Friday Afternoon Club
Where: Gruene HallWhen: 4:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: Open to the publicHow: Just show upCost: Free to enterFor more info: 830-606-1281
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Saturday, May 12 through Saturday, May 12 - New Braunfels Farmer's Market
Where: 103 S. Castell, New BraunfelsWhen: 9:00 AM - 1:00 PM (Rain or Shine!)Who: Families, all agesHow: Just show up!Cost: Local produce available for purchaseFor more info: (830) 629-2223 or www.nbfarmersmarket.com
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Saturday, May 12 through Saturday, May 12 - Lowe's Build & Grow
Where: Lowe's of New BraunfelsWhen: 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM (Next event: May 26)Who: Kids, all agesHow: Register online at http://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/Cost: FREE! Each participant also receives a free apron, goggles, a project themed patch, and a certification of merit upon completion of their project.For more info: http://www.lowesbuildandgrow.com/
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Saturday, May 12 through Saturday, May 12 - Sharp Shooters
Where: McKenna New BraunFit GymWhen: 10:15 AM - 11:15 AM (Saturday mornings!)Who: Kinder - 3rd gradeHow: (830) 606-9507 • newbraunfit.orgCost: Not listedFor more info: (830) 606-9507 • newbraunfit.org
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Saturday, May 12 through Saturday, May 12 - 2nd Annual Gruene Lions Safari
Where: New BraunfelsWhen: 11:00 AM - 6:00 PM (Only held on 5/12. Pre-registration for teams starts April 1st!)Who: Open to the publicHow: Register online here.Cost: $25/team memberFor more info: A portion of the profits will be donated to the New Braunfels Adopt-A-School program which provides assistance including much needed science programs, technology tools, library books, PE supplies, copy paper, and supplemental classroom materials for local schools in affiliation with the Greater New Braunfels Chamber of Commerce Business Education Partnership Committee.
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Monday, May 14 through Monday, May 14 - Paws to Read!
Where: NB Public Library; Children's RoomWhen: 4:00 PM - 6:00 PMWho: This program is intended for the new reader who would enjoy practicing his/her reading and sharing a book with a cool animal friend.How: Call for a reading time today!Cost: FreeFor more info: 221-4300
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Tuesday, May 15 through Tuesday, May 15 - Kindermusik: Village
Where: Class meets in the portable building at New Braunfels Church of Christ (off I-35)When: 9:30 AMWho: Newborn-18 Months. Kindermusik Village is for lap babies, crawlers, and walkers.How: Register online!Cost: Listed onlineFor more info: http://kindermusikwithrishanne.com/
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Tuesday, May 15 through Tuesday, May 15 - Kindermusik: Our Time
self-control, and communications skills. Singing, imitating sounds, rhyming, and object
identification foster language skills, while creative movement to various musical “moods”
develops a sense of balance, timing, and spatial awareness. Listening and turn-taking
encourage blossoming social skills.
Where: Class meets in the portable building at NB Church of Christ (off I-35)When: 10:30 AMWho: Ages 1.5-3 years. TimeHow: Register onlineCost: Listed onlineFor more info: www.kindermusikwithrishanne.com
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Tuesday, May 15 through Tuesday, May 15 - Tasty Tuesday
Where: McKenna Children's Museum: 801 West San Antonio Street, New BraunfelsWhen: 11:00 AM - 12:00 PMWho: Pre-K ChildrenHow: NOTE: Children will not be admitted without an adult, and adults will not be admitted without a child.Cost: Activity is included with admission. Admission is $5.50 Labor Day through Memorial Day. FREE for members and children under 12 months.For more info: www.mckennakids.org (830) 606-9525
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Tuesday, May 15 through Tuesday, May 15 - Preschool Storytime
Where: Westside Community CenterWhen: 12:00 PM - 12:30 PMWho: Preschoolers - 0-5 yearsHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: nbtexas.org/library
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Tuesday, May 15 through Tuesday, May 15 - NB Public Library Homework Help Program
Where: Westside Community CenterWhen: 3:30 PM - 6:00 PM (Tuesday afternoons)Who: School-aged KidsHow: Call for more informationCost: Not listed.For more info: 830-221-4319. If there is enough demand, they can expand the service to more days per week, which they would love to be able to do.
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Tuesday, May 15 through Tuesday, May 15 - Kindermusik: Village
Where: Class meets in a portable building at NB Church of Christ off I-35.When: 5:00 PMWho: Newborn-18 months - for lap babies, crawlers, and walkers.How: Register onlineCost: Listed onlineFor more info: www.kindermusikwithrishanne.com
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Tuesday, May 15 through Tuesday, May 15 - Kindermusik: Family time
for everyone. So we took favorite Kindermusik songs and activities like “Shake, Shake the
Apple Tree” and “hammocking” and rolled them into a fun, family class where each child is
welcomed and valued and family “together time” is celebrated and cherished.
Where: NB Church of ChristWhen: 6:00 PMWho: Newborn-7 yearsHow: Register OnlineCost: Listed onlineFor more info: www.kindermusikwithrishanne.com
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Wednesday, May 16 through Wednesday, May 16 - Dance Mania!
Where: McKenna Children's MuseumWhen: 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM (Every other week-Next one on 5/30)Who: This activity is for ALL ages and is FREE with admission into the museum.How: Just show up! No registration required.Cost: Activities included with cost of admissionFor more info: www.mckennakids.org
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Thursday, May 10 through Thursday, May 10 - Teen Anime & Magna Club
Where: New Braunfels Public LibraryWhen: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM (Next meeting: 5/24)Who: TeensHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: nbtexas.org/library
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Friday, May 11 through Friday, May 11 - Club Mayhem! A Middle School Event
Where: Harmony Sweet: 2405 Lifehaus Industrial Drive #213 in New BraunfelsWhen: 6:30 PM - 10:30 PM (Next event: May 25 Summer Kick Off!)Who: Only for middle school students ages 12-14.How: Just show up. For directions and more information, visit www.harmonysweet.comCost: $10/cash only. Pizza/Sodas/Snacks available for additional costFor more info: Note to Parents: The Harmony Sweet is a place specifically for teens. Not a Bar. Our aim is to provide a safe, alcohol and drug free social environment for our youth. There has never been an incident of drug abuse or violence at Harmony Sweet because all of our events are safely monitored by a responsible adult staff. And frankly, that element is not tolerated. Please feel free to call if you have any questions or concerns. (830) 387-5100 Thank you for your support!
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Thursday, May 17 through Thursday, May 17 - Teen Book Club & Writing Group
Where: New Braunfels Public LibraryWhen: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM (NEXT MEETING: 5/30. Book Club is 5-6 pm and Writing Group is 6:30-7:30.)Who: TeensHow: Just show up!Cost: freeFor more info: nbtexas.org/library
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Tuesday, May 29 through Tuesday, May 29 - Summer Reading Kick Off Event
Where: Front porch of the NB Public LibraryWhen: 9:00 AM - 11:30 AMWho: ChildrenHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Click here for more info!
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Tuesday, May 29 through Tuesday, May 29 - Family Storytime
Where: New Braunfels Public LibraryWhen: 10:00 AMWho: This Storytime is perfect for all ages!How: Just show up!Cost: Free!For more info: 830-221-4300
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Wednesday, May 30 through Wednesday, May 30 - Family Storytime
Where: New Braunfels Public LibraryWhen: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AMWho: All agesHow: Come to the library to join in the fun!Cost: FreeFor more info: Call 830-221-4300
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Wednesday, May 30 through Wednesday, May 30 - Summer Reading Kick Off Event
Where: Westside Community CenterWhen: 6:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: All AgesHow: Just show upCost: FreeFor more info: Click here for more info!
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Thursday, May 31 through Thursday, May 31 - Thrilling Thursdays
Where: Meeting Room at the NB Public LibraryWhen: 10:30 AM (Shows also held at 2:00 pm & 6:30 pm)Who: Kids!How: Seating will be limited so families should plan to arrive early.Cost: FreeFor more info: Call the library for more info
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Friday, June 1 through Friday, June 1 - Yoga Party
Where: McKenna Kids MuseumWhen: 11:00 AM (First Friday of the month!)Who: Kids of all agesHow: Bring your own towl or mat. Parents invited to join in!Cost: Included with cost of admission to the museum.For more info: www.mckennakids.org
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Friday, June 1 through Friday, June 1 - Kids Cake Club
Where: Cakorating: 602 Creek #103 (at Walnut) in New BraunfelsWhen: 3:00 PM - 4:30 PM (Meetings are the 1st Saturday of each month)Who: Kids Cake Club is for kids, ages 6-11How: Call for detailsCost: $60.00 yearly membership feeFor more info: 830.608.0888
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Tuesday, June 5 through Tuesday, June 5 - Art on the Beach
Where: 6700 North IH 35, New BraunfelsWhen: 6:00 PM - 8:00 PMWho: Open to the publicHow: Just show upCost: During this event a portion of sales from our new Wahoo's restaurant, board shop or any rentals will benefit a local non profit organization. Come out and support your local community.For more info: 830.627.2843
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Thursday, August 9 through Thursday, August 9 - MOPS New Braunfels
Where: First United Methodist Church: 572 W. San Antonio, New BraunfelsWhen: 6:15 PM - 8:30 PMWho: Moms with kids 0-6. Child care is provided (based on RSVP), but the meeting is for moms only.How: Just show up. However, if you'd like child care, and RSVP is required (tlmechler@hotmail.com)Cost: $6/meeting + $23.95 annual international dues (your first meeting is free!)For more info: www.nbmops.org
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Notes from the Editor
Thank you!
Welcome (back) to New Braunfels Macaroni Kid! I just wanted to take a moment to thank all of you wonderful Macaroni Kid subscribers and readers.
In the last year, Macaroni Kid has become the trusted resource for parents in our community when it comes to finding local events and activities to entertain, stimulate, and exhaust our high-energy kiddos. I love doing my part to make life a bit easier for you, but I must say that Macaroni Kid would not have found success without YOUR support!
Thank you for reading ...
Macaroni Deals!
Why? Because we have some AMAZING new Macaroni Deals that will save your family lots of money without compromising all the fun you want to have!
Excited yet? We are! We'll also be offering Macaroni Deals from some local companies who have previoulsy offered great savings for Macaroni Kid subscribers!
Macaroni Deals-New Braunfels is LOCAL! Our ...
Mac Kid Child Care Directory
New Braunfels Macaroni Kid frequently fields questions about local child care options, so we've created a directory just for you! Here you'll find traditional day cares, Mother's Day Out programs, and more!
NB Macaroni Kid Child Care Directory
If you'd like to be listed, please email us at jenniferg@macaronikid.com
Kindermusik with Rishanne ...
Now enrolling for spring classes!
Miss Rishanne started out as a Kindermusik Mommy, who like so many of you fell in love with Miss Kat and Kindermusik. After seeing the amazing impact Kindermusik had on both myself and my son, Rylan, I could not bear to see Kindermusik leave New Braunfels. After much encouragement and help from Miss Kat I opened my studio in the fall of 2011.
Prior to being a stay at home I taught elementary school for 13 years. I have loved every second I have been gifted to be with my ...
Mothers of Preschoolers (MOPS) New Braunfels
Next meeting: August 9th
As fellow mothers of young children, we have to stick together! That’s why I joined a group called Mothers of Preschoolers, or MOPS, last year after my daughter was born.
Joining MOPS was a great decision for me for many reasons, but probably most importantly because it introduced me to other women who knew exactly what I was going through in this mothering adventure. I’ve made lasting friendships and have had such a wonderful resource for those ‘crazy’ parenting questions that always seem to pop up (and, even ...
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