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May 17, 2013
May 17, 2013
Whidbey Island
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- It's Raining Today, but Summer is One Day Closer!
- My Dog, Scamp, Gets Some "Bling" at "Watch Dawgs"!
- Add Your Chosen Events to Google Calendar
- This Week's Picks
- This Week's Calendar
- Teen Scene
- Plan Ahead
- Basil Shrimp Pasta
- Gel Boards
- National Kids to Parks Day
- Part-time Princess by Deborah Underwood
- M-Bar-C Youth Internship Program
- SW Soccer Star/Whidbey Native to Host Soccer Camp
- "Kids Summer Camp" at OHCS
- "Skagit Valley College Youth Baseball Camp"
- OH Basketball Club Summer Hoop Camp in June
- Do You "Like" Us - on Facebook?
- Kids to build robots and compete at robotics camp
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It's Raining Today, but Summer is One Day Closer!
We're working on our "Summer Fun Guide!"
We can assure you that there's lots of fun to be found on Whidbey Island this summer -- so much in fact, that it's taking us a bit longer to get our "Summer Fun Guide" put together. Our "Summer Fun Guide" will include camps, classes, sports, events, at-home (fun) learning resources, summer reading programs -- and lots more. This "Summer Fun Guide" will debut next week, just in time for Memorial Day Weekend (another anticipated sign that summer is coming!).
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My Dog, Scamp, Gets Some "Bling" at "Watch Dawgs"!
Nail caps for dogs make sense -- and they look good too!
As a pet lover and dog owner, I was intrigued when I heard about nail caps for dogs. We own three dogs, including two Jack Russell Terriers and one large lab-retriever. We have hardwood floors, and two of the dogs spend a great deal of time snuggling with us. Ok, the third does too, the lab, but she's a little more than a lap dog! Preventing the scratching of floors and improved traction for the dogs -- plus, having them scratch us less, were all factors in our decision to ...
Add Your Chosen Events to Google Calendar
One more great feature of Macaroni Kid!
As you're reading about local events, you can take the information with you in two ways:
“My Macaroni”: Take all of the event details with you on paper - no pen required! You can create a list of events and download a pdf, then print. All you have to do is click "Add to My Macaroni" following each event you're interested in.
"Add to Google Calendar":
Add events of interest to your Google Calendar as you browse our calendar listings. When you see an event that you would like ...
Thursday, May 23 - "History Fair & Open House" at Oak Harbor Christian School
Come and celebrate the Old West with us! The students of Oak Harbor Christian School will present a History Fair, with this Open House, featuring special performances by each class. This History Fair will also include exhibits created by the OHCS students.
Families interested in Oak Harbor Christian School are also welcome, as information on the school will be available. Oak Harbor Christian School offers education for Kindergarten through the 8th Grade. "Little Eagles Preschool" offers preschool instruction as well.
Where: Oak Harbor Christian School, 675 Whidbey Avenue, in Oak HarborWhen: 6:30 PM - 8:00 PMWho: All are welcome.How: Go and enjoy some time in the "Old West"!Cost: Free.For more info: (360) 675-2831
May 22nd through May 23rd
Wednesday, May 22 - Ready Readers Baby & Me Storytime at Oak Harbor Library
This program is for newborns through 24 months and their caregivers.
Where: In the meeting room at Oak Harbor Library, 1000 SE Regatta Street, Oak HarborWhen: 9:30 AM (Repeats at 10:30AM)Who: This program is for newborns through 24 months and their caregivers.How: Go!Cost: FreeFor more info:360-675-5115
Wednesday, May 22 - Ready Readers Baby & Me Storytime at Freeland Library
Wiggle and giggle with your baby through silly stories, happy songs, rhymes, and activities that inspire a love of reading. Playtime follows.
Where: Freeland Library, 5495 Harbor Avenue, in Freeland.When: 9:30 AMWho: This program is for newborns through 24 months and their caregivers.How: Go!Cost: Free.For more info: 360-331-7323
Wednesday, May 22 - Ready Readers Toddler Storytime at Freeland Library
This program is for children ages 24 month to 36 months. Caregiver required.
Where: Freeland Library, 5495 Harbor Avenue, in Freeland.When: 10:30 AMWho: Children ages 24 months to 36 months and their caregivers.How: Go!Cost: Free.For more info: 360-331-7323
Wednesday, May 22 - "Toddler Time" at NASWI Convergence Zone
An opportunity for your toddler to make new friends, develop social skills and participate in a variety of fun activities. Storytime & a souvenir each week!
Where: Convergence Zone on NASWI,When: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: For ages 3-5. Caregiver must be present and stay with child during all activities.How: Please register prior to the activities, limited to 12 participants.Cost: Free.For more info: Toddler Time will meet every Wedneday in May.
360-257-2432/2702
Wednesday, May 22 - Be Red Cross Ready - Prepare for Emergencies (Freeland Library)
Be Red Cross Ready is a free, one-hour event where Red Cross volunteers teach you how to prepare for emergency situations. Participants learn to build an emergency kit, create a disaster plan, and receive useful emergency tips about floods, house fires and earthquakes.
Where: Freeland Library, 5495 Harbor Avenue, in FreelandWhen: 6:30 PM - 7:30 PMWho: This is a program for adults. All are welcome.How: Go and learn to be prepared!Cost: Free.For more info: (360) 331-7323
Thursday, May 23 - Ready Readers Preschool Storytime at Oak Harbor Library
Let imaginations run wild with fun books, sing-along songs, and creative activities that prepare young minds for the adventures of reading
Playtime or craft may follow.
Where: In the Meeting Room at the Oak Harbor Library, 1000 SE Regatta Drive, Oak HarborWhen: 9:30 AM (Repeats at 10:30AM)Who: For ages 3 to 5 years. Caregiver required.How: Go and enjoy!Cost: Free.For more info: 360-675-5115
Thursday, May 23 - Ready Readers Preschool Storytime at Langley Library
Let imaginations run wild with fun books, sing-along songs, and creative activities that prepare young minds for the adventures of reading
Playtime or craft may follow.
Where: Langley Library, 104 Second Street, in LangleyWhen: 10:00 AMWho: For ages 3 to 5 years. Caregiver required.How: Go and enjoy!Cost: Free.For more info: 360-221-4383
May 17th through May 24th
Friday, May 17 - "Teen Night" at OH Boys & Girls Club
Bring your friends and enjoy foosball, dancing, basketball, pool and more.
Where: Oak Harbor's Roller Barn, 98 E. Baron Drive, in Oak HarborWhen: 8:00 PM - 11:00 PMWho: All teens are welcome.How: Go and have fun!Cost: OHBGC Members: $3, non-members: $5For more info: Teen night is every Friday night. (360) 675-6534
Thursday, May 23 - OHSD Sports Physical Night
The Oak Harbor High School Booster Club's Annual Sports Physical Night offers an extensive physical given by local physicians and nurses who are volunteering their time, meets the requirements to compete in middle school and high school athletics. The physicals are good for two years. All proceeds benefit Oak Harbor High School athletic programs.
Where: Wildcat Memorial Stadium in Oak Harbor.When: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PMWho: Students of middle school or high school age are welcome, must be accompanied by a parent and should bring tennis shoes.How: Go prepared for the physical, with your tennis shoes, physical fee and a parent.Cost: The cost for the physicals is $30 per student for $60 per family.For more info: For more information, call the high school athletic office at 360-279-5850.
Friday, May 24 - DIY Teens at Coupeville Library: "Fused Bead Sprites"
Create your favorite video game characters or use your imagination to design something new with plastic fuse beads. All supplies provided.
Where: Coupeville Library, 788 Alexander Street, in CoupevilleWhen: 12:00 PMWho: Teens ages 12-18 are welcome.How: Go and be creative!Cost: Free.For more info: (360) 678-4911
May 25th through May 31st
Saturday, May 25 - "May the Run Be With You" - A Fun Run For All
Kids, dogs, strollers - all are welcome to this 1/4 mile (ages 6 & under), 1/2 mile (ages 10 & under), 1 mile and 5k fun run. Start time is 10 AM at Windjammer Park (RV Park). Awards for top 3 finishers in each race.
Where: Windjammer Park RV Park, in Oak HarborWhen: 10:00 AMWho: All are welcome.How: Sign up at the Oak Harbor Pool (85 SE Jerome Street) or come by the run no later than 9:30 AM on race day to register.Cost: Free!For more info: (360) 675-7665 or OakHarborPool.com
Saturday, May 25 - Farmer's Market Book Sale in Coupeville
Join the Friends of the Coupeville Library, at their sale "out back" at the book shed, during the Coupeville Farmer's Market season.
Where: The Coupeville Farmer's Market is located on the corner of Alexander Street and 8th Street (behind the library) in Coupeville.When: 10:00 AM - 2:00 PMWho: All are welcome!How: Go and support the Coupeville Library with your purchase of new reads.Cost: Gently used books for all ages for sale by donation.For more info: All proceeds benefit the Coupeville Library. Book Sale at the Coupeville Farmer's Market is open every Saturday during market season.
Saturday, May 25 - "May Flowers & Treasures" Sidewalk Sale in Downtown Oak Harbor
Enjoy specials and spring displays from all of Downtown Oak Harbor's merchants. Gardening and plant experts from the Master Gardeners, Home Depot, Greenhouse Nursery, Wal-Mart and others will be on hand to answer your questions, as well as make suggestions for "best-bets" to choose for your summer gardening.
Where: Downtown Oak HarborWhen: 11:00 AM - 5:00 PMWho: All are welcome.How: Go and enjoy!Cost: Merchants will have items for sale at various prices.For more info: OHDowntown.com
Saturday, May 25 - Memorial Day Parade
Coupeville's Annual Memorial Day Parade Celebration begins at 11am with Flyover from NAS Whidbey Island and ends at Town Park. The parade includes Commands from NAS Whidbey Island, Color Guard, Pearl Harbor and WWII Survivors, Veterans, Marchings Bands, Tractors, Fire Engines, Antique Cars, Animals and more. After the Parade there will be a short Remembrance Ceremony followed by Concert "Musical Salute To The Armed Services"
Following the parade, free hot dogs and ice cream will be served at Coupeville Town Park.
Following the parade, free hot dogs and ice cream will be served at Coupeville Town Park.
Where: The parade runs through Downtown Coupeville, ending at the Coupeville Town Park.When: 11:00 AMWho: All are welcome.How: Go and enjoy!Cost: Free.For more info: http://centralwhidbeychamber.com/
Tuesday, May 28 - Ready Readers Toddler Storytime at Oak Harbor Library
This program is for children ages 24 month to 36 months. Caregiver required.
Where: Oak Harbor Library, Oak HarborWhen: 9:30 AM (Repeats at 10:30AM)Who: Children ages 24 months to 36 months and their caregivers.How: Go!Cost: Free.For more info: 360-675-5115
Tuesday, May 28 - Ready Readers Preschool Storytime at Freeland Library
Let imaginations run wild with fun books, sing-along songs, and creative activities that prepare young minds for the adventures of reading
Playtime or craft may follow.
Where: Freeland Library, 5495 Harbor Avenue, in FreelandWhen: 10:00 AMWho: For ages 3 to 5 years. Caregiver required.How: Go and enjoy!Cost: Free.For more info: 360-331-7323
Wednesday, May 29 - Ready Readers Baby & Me Storytime at Oak Harbor Library
This program is for newborns through 24 months and their caregivers.
Where: In the meeting room at Oak Harbor Library, 1000 SE Regatta Street, Oak HarborWhen: 9:30 AM (Repeats at 10:30AM)Who: This program is for newborns through 24 months and their caregivers.How: Go!Cost: FreeFor more info:360-675-5115
Wednesday, May 29 - Ready Readers Baby & Me Storytime at Freeland Library
Wiggle and giggle with your baby through silly stories, happy songs, rhymes, and activities that inspire a love of reading. Playtime follows.
Where: Freeland Library, 5495 Harbor Avenue, in Freeland.When: 9:30 AMWho: This program is for newborns through 24 months and their caregivers.How: Go!Cost: Free.For more info: 360-331-7323
Wednesday, May 29 - Ready Readers Toddler Storytime at Freeland Library
This program is for children ages 24 month to 36 months. Caregiver required.
Where: Freeland Library, 5495 Harbor Avenue, in Freeland.When: 10:30 AMWho: Children ages 24 months to 36 months and their caregivers.How: Go!Cost: Free.For more info: 360-331-7323
Wednesday, May 29 - "Toddler Time" at NASWI Convergence Zone
An opportunity for your toddler to make new friends, develop social skills and participate in a variety of fun activities.
Where: Convergence Zone on NASWI,When: 2:00 PM - 3:00 PMWho: For ages 3-5. Caregiver must be present and stay with child during all activities.How: Please register prior to the activities, limited to 12 participants.Cost: Free.For more info: Toddler Time will meet every Wedneday in May.
360-257-2432/2702
Thursday, May 30 - Ready Readers Preschool Storytime at Oak Harbor Library
Let imaginations run wild with fun books, sing-along songs, and creative activities that prepare young minds for the adventures of reading
Playtime or craft may follow.
Where: In the Meeting Room at the Oak Harbor Library, 1000 SE Regatta Drive, Oak HarborWhen: 9:30 AM (Repeats at 10:30AM)Who: For ages 3 to 5 years. Caregiver required.How: Go and enjoy!Cost: Free.For more info: 360-675-5115
Thursday, May 30 - Ready Readers Preschool Storytime at Langley Library
Let imaginations run wild with fun books, sing-along songs, and creative activities that prepare young minds for the adventures of reading
Playtime or craft may follow.
Where: Langley Library, 104 Second Street, in LangleyWhen: 10:00 AMWho: For ages 3 to 5 years. Caregiver required.How: Go and enjoy!Cost: Free.For more info: 360-221-4383
Friday, May 31 through Saturday, June 1 - "Rockin' the Rock for Relay" -Whidbey Island's Relay for Life
No matter who you are, there's a place for you at a Relay For Life event. Each dollar you raise will help save lives. How far will you go to make a difference in the fight against cancer?
Your reason for participating in the American Cancer Society Relay For Life event is as unique and special as the story that motivates you. If you've been affected by cancer in any way, being part of the Relay event empowers you to make a difference and fight back.
Where: North Whidbey Middle School, in Oak HarborWhen: 6:00 PMWho: All are welcome. This is your opportunity to honor cancer survivors, remember those we have lost to this disease, and raise funds and awareness to help end cancer forever.How: Create a team, join a team and/or come out to the Relay to support your community.Cost: Donations welcome, the event is free.For more info: Go to Whidbey's Relay for Life website, for information. The American Cancer Society Relay For Life event is a celebration of survivorship an occasion to express hope and our shared goal to end a disease that threatens the lives of so many people we love.
Basil Shrimp Pasta
Macaroni Menu
Serves 6 Time: 20 minutes
Ingredients:
8 oz box of your favorite pasta… I used thin spaghetti. Angel hair would be great too!
1-1/2 cups of cherry tomatoes, halved
3 teaspoons olive oil
1-1/2 lb fresh medium shrimp, peeled, dev-eined and tails removed
3 cloves garlic, finely chopped
1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes
1/4 cup reduced-sodium chicken broth
1/4 teaspoon of Kosher salt
1/8 teaspoon pepper
3 tablespoons chopped fresh parsley
2 tablespoons butter
3 tablespoons chopped basil
1. Cook pasta as directed ...
Gel Boards
Macaroni Made
I saw this awesome idea on Pinterest and it inspired me to try my own take on it! My kids love it and it was so easy and fun to make!
Supplies:
Hair gel (cheap stuff from the a dollar store)
Glitter
Duct tape
Cardboard
Clear plastic bag
Step 1: Measure approximately 5-6 ounces of hair gel and mix in as much glitter as you want!
Step 2: Pour mixture into a clear food storage bag and get as much air out as possible and seal bag.
Step 3: Measure ...
National Kids to Parks Day
May 18, 2013
Get outside and play! Visit www.kidstoparks.org and join families across the country that will participate inNational Kids to Parks Day on Saturday, May 18, 2013. For the third consecutive year, the National Park Trust and organizations including the American Academy of Pediatrics, the Children & Nature Network, the NFL Players Association, America's State Parks, the National Wildlife Federation, and the U.S. Department of the Interior are coming together to celebrate the great outdoors and support the First Lady's Let's Move Outside! initiative.
"We want ...
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Part-time Princess by Deborah Underwood
May Book Club Title
Part-time Princess by Deborah Underwood is not your typical fairy tale. When a normal little girl dreams one night that she is a princess, she wakes up to realize her royal adventures aren't just a dream after all. She's not just a princess who wears pretty gowns and goes to balls though, she fearlessly stands up to dragons and tames trolls.
Part-time Princess is a perfect balance between all things princess and a fearless girl who stands up for herself. This princess loves glamour, but she is also ...
Part-time Princess is a perfect balance between all things princess and a fearless girl who stands up for herself. This princess loves glamour, but she is also ...
M-Bar-C Youth Internship Program
Summer Youth Internship Program open to all youngsters between the ages of 11-17
M-Bar-C Ranch is now offering a summer Youth Internship Program open to all youngsters between the ages of 11-17. Young people who have served as youth volunteers at the M-Bar-C Ranch in the past will all need to apply for the Internship Program as will those who have never volunteered with us but want to join the M-Bar-C Team.
The Internship will not only provide youngsters the opportunity to work with, learn about and ride horses but will also give them the opportunity to host the special needs children who ...
SW Soccer Star/Whidbey Native to Host Soccer Camp
June 24-28, at the Sports Complex, in Langley
Joseph Supang, soccer star of SWHS, will bring his pro soccer skills to Whidbey Island as part of a summer soccer camp, June 24-28. Students ages 8-12 are welcome, the camp will run 9 AM to 12 PM each day.
Participants will learn more about the soccer skills of first touch, attacking and defending. Each camper will recieve a t-shirt and personal instruction. Campers are asked to bring their soccer ball, water, and appropriate footwear/etc.
Register before June 21. Go to www.swparks.org. For more information about this ...
Participants will learn more about the soccer skills of first touch, attacking and defending. Each camper will recieve a t-shirt and personal instruction. Campers are asked to bring their soccer ball, water, and appropriate footwear/etc.
Register before June 21. Go to www.swparks.org. For more information about this ...
"Kids Summer Camp" at OHCS
Fun for preschool and kindergartners in June & July
Come and join us for summer learning and fun! Oak Harbor Christian School's "Kids Summer Camp" is for kids ages 4-6 (must turn 4 by September 1, 2013 and kindergarteners entering 1st grade in the fall are welcome).
Each camp week will include theme related activities which will consist of crafts, make-n-take items such as t-shirts OR tote bags, theme-related literacy projects, water fun, cooking, theme-related sporting activities, music and just fun, fun, fun!
Camp will run from 9 AM to 1 PM each day. Each camper will need ...
Each camp week will include theme related activities which will consist of crafts, make-n-take items such as t-shirts OR tote bags, theme-related literacy projects, water fun, cooking, theme-related sporting activities, music and just fun, fun, fun!
Camp will run from 9 AM to 1 PM each day. Each camper will need ...
"Skagit Valley College Youth Baseball Camp"
Annual SVC & WSU Cougar Summer Baseball for youths ages 8-14
Under the direction of Skagit Valley College (SVC) Baseball Coach and Washington State University coaching staff, the annual summer camp for kids ages 8 to 14 will be offered June 17 & June 18. The camp will take place at "Dream Field", in Mount Vernon.
The camp will include base running, hitting, and defensive skills for baseball. Hours each day of the two-day camp will be 9:00 AM to Noon. Camp fee for each participant is $99.
For more information, call (360) 416-7780 or register online at www.cardinalbaseballevents.com.
The camp will include base running, hitting, and defensive skills for baseball. Hours each day of the two-day camp will be 9:00 AM to Noon. Camp fee for each participant is $99.
For more information, call (360) 416-7780 or register online at www.cardinalbaseballevents.com.
OH Basketball Club Summer Hoop Camp in June
Open to third through eighth graders, June 24-26
Join the Oak Harbor Basketball Club for their annual "Summer Hoop Camp". The camp will be held at Oak Harbor High School, June 24-26, from 9 AM to 11 AM. The cost is $35 per student ($40 if registration after June 1). Pick up your registration forms at Big 5, 7-Eleven or Island Pets.
All students of all skill levels are welcome. Participants will work on their skills under the direction of local basketball coaches.
For more information, call 360-279-5734 or [email protected]
All students of all skill levels are welcome. Participants will work on their skills under the direction of local basketball coaches.
For more information, call 360-279-5734 or [email protected]
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Kids to build robots and compete at robotics camp
Oak Harbor area students, in grades 3-6 welcome
Kids to build robots and compete at robotics camp for Grades 3-6
Future robotics engineers in Grades 3-6 can attend one of two Lego Robotics Weekend Camps to be held at OHHS, where students build robots for a specific task and then compete against each other. The camps are being put on by OHHS Robotics Instructor Che Edoga, with help from high school robotics students.
The first weekend camp will be held May 10-12, with a second camp a week later, May 17-19. Camp hours will be Friday 4-6pm, Saturday ...
The first weekend camp will be held May 10-12, with a second camp a week later, May 17-19. Camp hours will be Friday 4-6pm, Saturday ...
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