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MACARONI GOODIES: Wonderland Children's Ball

Mom-savers, Stress busters, Deals, Great Ideas

By Catherine Siroka, Editor January 23, 2015

Check out Twitter and Facebook for more offers, deals and specials! Please share with friends, and let me know of any other great offers. 

Giveaway of the Week: 
Calling all little princes and princesses! I'm giving away a free family 4-pack to the Stepping Stones Winter Wonderland Children's Ball, Saturday, February 21  6:00 – 8:30 pm! Email me at catherines@macaronikid.com with "Wonderland" in the subject line by Feb 15. Must be a subscriber of the Westport to Greenwich edition to enter. 

 


I'm giving away 5 more tickets to the Family Fun Day at the Greenwich Hyatt January 25! Event includes bouncy house, kids activities, arts & crafts, food, shopping and entertainment. Email me at catherines@macaronikid.com to enter. Must be a subscriber and include "Fun Fest" in the subject line by 3 pm January 23. Hurry! 

Valentine mini shoots for your little loves + classroom valentines + 20% off full sized cards at Classic Kids Greenwich. Call 203-622-2358 for more info.

Looking for a cute birthday party idea on a cold day? How about a hip hop dance party at Intensity Club in Norwalk! They will handle everything for you. Visit online or email 
Clairmason@intensityclub.com.

 


Helping kids eat healthier, KIDS EAT FREE at Freshii every weekend until January 31 in Westport with purchase of any adult entree. Freshii is located at 19 Post Road East, next to Starbucks. Their Asian veggie noodle soup is awesome and worth the trip. 

 


New moms: Is your home child-safe? You need another set of eyes so you can rest easier especially during the holidays. If you have little ones, call Jay, the Childproof Coach, at 203-268-7800 or visit him online. Enter to win a FREE baby gate installation and home safety inspection. Includes top quality gate and mounting kit. $200 value! Email catherines@macaronikid.com with "Safety" in the subject line by Dec 31. Must be a subscriber to enter. Good luck and stay safe!

 


Music Together, Fairfield County's premier music learning program, offers music and movement classes for children ages newborn through 5 years old. Classes available in Fairfield, Westport, Wilton, New Canaan, Rowayton, Ridgefield, Stamford, Old Greenwich and Greenwich. Visit them at onlinecall 203-256-1656 or email them at mtfcjj@optonline.net to reserve your space and get your discount. Do you work late? Check out their classes and demos in New Canaan and at Chelsea Piers and in Greenwich.


Like to dance? Chelsea Piers Connecticut is excited to announce the newest addition to its extensive fitness facilities, the Dance Academy. Opening in January 2015, the 1,600-square-foot Dance Academy will offer classes in more than six types of dance at varying levels for all ages, beginning with children as young as three years, as well as adult classes. Stay tuned for master classes with a 22-year veteran Principal Dancer from The New York City Ballet. For more info, visit CPCT online or call 203-989-1000.

How do you handle dinners when you are running between soccer, ballet, drivers ed and piano? Visit Garelick & Herbs for healthy snacks and dinners to grab on the go. With locations in Westport, New Canaan and Greenwich, they also have a fun party space Mora Mora in SONO. Call for daily specials at 203-972-4497. 

 


Need help handling stress or setting goals? Talk to a professional or check out some wonderful groups for parents, adolescents and teens at Westport Family Counseling.

For after-school and extended programs for children with mental and behavioral health 
needs, visit the Child Guidance Center of Mid-Fairfield County. 
Each year they help thousands of children and families in Darien, New Canaan, Norwalk, Westport, Weston, and Wilton.