articles

Weekly Publisher Note๐Ÿ—’ February 6-11, 2024

By ๐Ÿ’— Jodi Lorence, Macaroni Kid Publisher February 7, 2024

Welcome Friends,

It is almost ๐Ÿ’—Valentine's Day๐Ÿ’—! Be sure to check out the 2024 ๐Ÿ’ž Valentine's ๐Ÿ’“ Day Events and Activities Guide if you are looking for some fun events and activities to experience with your family. 

IGM Gymnastics has a couple of fun Valentine's themed events coming up: IGM Gymnastics is having a Parent's Night Out event on Saturday, February 10 from 6:30-9:30pm.  They also have a Valentine's Preschool Party on Tuesday, February 13 from 9:30-11:30am. Give them a call at (952) 898-3889 to register. 


Are you looking for some activities for your little ones for the spring? Register Today for District 196 ECFE Spring Classes. District 196 ECFE invites you to join their District 196 ECFE family as they share and learn together this spring. In addition to their classes, they offer one-time weekly events for parents and children to enjoy together. Supporting early childhood development and parenting is their passion. They believe everyone deserves guidance through their parenting journey.

Click HERE to see the District 196 ECFE Spring Classes.

Register HERE for District 196 ECFE Classes.





"There's no bad consequence to loving fully, with all your heart.
You always gain by giving love." 

~Reese Witherspoon


๐Ÿ“Œ๐Ÿ—“ Please double check each event prior to attending as events may change due to Covid-19 and inclement weather.

โœ… The Carp Who Would Not Quit and Other Animal Stories at Children's Theatre Company, January 16-February 18

โœ… The Works Museum Upcoming Events for Presidents Day Camp HERE and mark your calendar for the 20th Tech Fest at The Works Museum on February 24, 2024. 

โœ… IGM Gymnastics offers recreational and competitive gymnastics programs for boys and girls ages 18 months to teens who love to have fun and learn new skills in a safe environment. Check them out HERE. 

Upcoming Open Gyms at IGM:

  • Valentine's Day Preschool Party (for ages 3-6) on Tuesday, February 13 from 9:30-11:30am
  • Presidends Day Open Gym (for ages 18 months to 18 years) on Monday, February 19, 2024 from 9:30-11:30am
  • St. Patrick's Day Preschool Party (for ages 3-6) on Tuesday, March 12 from 9:30-11:30am
  • Spring/Easter Preschool Party (for ages 3-6) on Tuesday, March 26 from 9:30-11:30am.

Open Gym Schedule HERE

Sign the Online Waiver HERE.


โœ… Mark Your Calendar for the Spring From Yours to Mine Kid's Consignment Sale, April 26 (presale day) - April 28. Would you like to sell at the sale? Click HERE for more information. Sign up now for Consignor Workshops HERE.

 โœ…  Reset the School Year With Sylvan Learning Center Rosemount-Eagan out Sylvan Learning Center Rosemount-Eagan

โœ… MN Ski Areas Association's 4th Grade Passport Program - Ski For Free; Passport is $34.95 (includes tax, payment processing fee and administrative costs of the program)

โœ… February Events at Muddy Waters~ Come and Create YOUR Art at Muddy Waters Studio in Farmington

โœ… February Events at Color Me Mine - Eagan, Weekly Events include: Family Night, Toddler Tuesday, BOGO, Trivia Night, Ladies Night, and Pajama Night


Macaroni Kid South Metro Contact Information:

๐Ÿ“ŒSubscribe to Macaroni Kid South Metro (including the communities of Eagan, Burnsville, Rosemount, Lakeville, Apple Valley and Farmington  HERE

Follow us on Facebook HERE

Follow us on Instagram HERE

Follow us on Twitter HERE

Follow us on Pinterest HERE

Submit an Event to the Macaroni Kid Calendar HERE

Email jodil@macaronikid.com 


**Are you a Macaroni Kid - South Metro Subscriber?

Sign up for a free weekly e-newsletter filled with family-friendly events and activities delivered right to your inbox each week!

Macaroni Kid - South Metro is a digital media platform utilizing a weekly e-newsletter, website, and social media outlets to inform area families about local events, activities, and businesses. We are the go-to resource for families who live, work, visit and play here.

  Sign up here if you are interested in being a part of this fun family of moms, dads, and grandparents and local business subscribers.