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Darla's Dialog - 5/11/23

By Darla Winstead - Publisher of Macaroni Kid Annapolis May 12, 2023

Hi Friends,

Now that May is here, the count down to Summer is upon us. 

  • Seniors just had their proms. My daughter and her best friend went and had a great time dressing up, dancing, and hanging out with friends. Her yearbook has arrived and we are in the process of mailing out her graduation announcements. How did my little girl grow up so fast?
  • The last day of school for most students in Anne Arundel County is now June 13th. Getting out a few days early is one benefit of no snow days this school year. Personally, I'd rather have a few snow days.
  • Summer camps, summer programs, and Vacation Bible Schools start in about five weeks. Check out the Macaroni KID Summer Camp Guide for ideas. The V.B.S. Guide will be coming out in a few weeks. Do you know about any V.B.S. programs happening this summer? Email me so I can add it to our guide. I'm also looking for a business or church to sponsor the V.B.S. guide.


  Mother's Day Gift Ideas

Mother's Day is this Sunday. Are you still looking for gift ideas? Check out our Annapolis Mother's Day Gift Guide for lots of ideas of gifts to purchase, make, do, and eat. I want to thank our Annapolis business partners who made the guide possible - York Flowers and Green and Bean Boutique. Both businesses offer exceptional gift ideas your mom will LOVE!


  Mother's Day Giveaway ENTER HERE

Last day to enter - this Saturday at 3pm. Winner will be contacted at 5pm by phone and email. The Mother's Day giveaway is now valued at over $400. One very lucky Macaroni KID Annapolis subscriber will win the following: 


    Be in a Parade

MacKID Annapolis will be in the Annapolis Memorial Day parade and the Severna Park and Annapolis 4th of July parades. Would you like to dress patriotically and walk with us? We will have a great time walking, playing with bubbles, dancing to music, and getting to know each other. Email me to sign your family up! 


Bring Your Family Saturday - May 13th

This Saturday, come visit me in Edgewater for the Pythian Sisters' Spring Craft and Vendor Fair from 10-3. I will have fun activities for the the kids. There will also be crafters, artists, food trucks, music, and a Moon-bounce. Click HERE for more info and address.  


  Summer Vacation Location Idea

Last week, I had the amazing opportunity to explore the Tradewinds Island Resorts in St. Petersburg, FL. Did you follow along on Facebook and Instagram? The place is just right for a family vacation. There was so much to do and something for all ages and interests. I came back home sooooo relaxed and a little tan. I'm ready to go back. If you're looking for a place for a family vacation, check them out!


Have a MacKIDtastic Week! 

- Darla





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