"Our flag does not fly because the wind moves it. It flies with the last breath of each soldier who died protecting it."
— Unknown
You may have noticed that you did not receive your Sunday edition of Family Fun from Macaroni Kid. That's because we're moving to Thursdays! Based on reader feedback, many of you have said that you'd like earlier notice to the weekend's events. Well, you got it! Welcome to the Thursday edition of the Macaroni Kid Plymouth's eNewsletter.
Monday is Memorial Day. A day we observe to honor all those who died serving our country in the military. Tradition calls for cleaning up and decorating the grave sites of those who died serving, as well as wearing poppies in remembrance and support. It's also the official, unofficial, kick-off to summer. For many, it's also a time to reflect and spend time with those that we love. Here are a few ways we can pay our respects and enjoy quality time with the entire family this holiday weekend.
- Visit a cemetery. Pay tribute to those who have lost their lives fighting for our country. Place flags and/or flowers on the graves of fallen soldiers. Check out the Memorial Day Celebration at Lakewood Cemetery in Minneapolis as they honor veterans, provide historical tours, and more.
- Make a Poppy craft. The poppy is the official flower of Memorial Day. Check out this cute painted coffee filter poppy craft we found on Pinterest. It's easy and perfect for kids of all ages.
- Have a picnic. As of now, the weather calls for 80 degrees and lots of sunshine! Dining alfresco in the grass and under the sun is a foolproof afternoon. Planning for the outing can be an activity in and of itself. Older kiddos can cut up fruit and gather drinks, while the little ones can fold up picnic blankets and pack the basket or cooler. Here's a great infographic on how to pack for the perfect picnic.
For more ideas on celebrating Memorial Day with the family, visit our Memorial Day Celebration Pinterest Board.
Contests & Giveaways
There's still time to enter the Macaroni Kid Photo Contest! Even if you haven't entered yet, every day is an entry and you only need 1 to win (if you don't play, you can't win!). The winner receives a prize package from our friends at Polaroid that includes a Snap Touch Digital Camera and ZIP printer, valued at over $280! All you have to do is post a snapshot on Instagram for the theme of the day and tag #MKMayContest. Here are the photo themes for the final days this month...
- May 24: Bucket List
- May 25: Joy
- May 26: Selfie
- May 27: Dessert
- May 28: Memorial Day
- May 29: Vacation Memory
- May 30: Inspiration
- May 31: Dads
Events Not To Miss
Birding Hike - Take a hike and learn to locate and identify the birds of spring. It's free and everything you need will be provided. May 24
Teen Takeover - Join area teens at the Walker Art Center for a teen-only event with free food, drinks, art-making and music! May 25
Memorial Day Weekend at Historic Fort Snelling - Explore the grounds at Fort Snelling over Memorial Day weekend. Learn about it's rich history and cultures, join in activities and watch demonstrations. May 26, 27 & 28.
Dr. Seuss's The Lorax at The Children's Theatre - Don't miss the powerful tale of Dr. Seuss's The Lorax -- the most beloved environmental tale of all time. You'll be singing in Seussian rhymes! May 24, 25 & 25 (runs through June 10)
Don't forget to check out our full events calendar to Find Your Family Fun® this Memorial Day weekend.
Thank you for being Macaroni Kid Plymouth subscribers! Have a great week!
xoxo
Jen
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