Sponsored Two Open Houses at THE CLARK SCHOOL
High School Open House, Wednesday, October 15th at 5:30pm Discover Clark High School at Our Open HouseJoin us for an inside look at how Clark School empowers students in grades 9&n…
Get listed in our North Shore Childcare: Daycare and Preschools Guide
Finding the right daycare or preschool is a BIG decision for families. That's why Macaroni Kid North Shore MA is asking local daycare and preschool providers to list their business in the annua…
Sponsored Clark School Students Are Spreading Cheer Through Community Service
At Clark School, a preschool through grade 12 independent school in Rowley, MA, giving back is more than just a tradition—it’s an integral part of our community. Students from middle to…
Upcoming Holiday Family Fun
Getting ready for the fundraiser on Saturday. Rain or shine 9am-6pm 20% of total sales go to Cape Ann Animal Aid. Puppies will be here from 11am-1pm. Vendors will be set up in farm stand 10am…
Conquer Test Taking Anxiety: 7 Books for Kids That Ease the Pressure
As an elementary school teacher and parent, I know students take a lot of tests.I also know how stressful testing can be for teachers, staff, parents, and especially students.Standardized testing ca…
Chicken Soup for the Soul: The Spirit of Christmas for Toys for Tots
No matter how you celebrate the holidays this year, with a big family get-together, a quiet dinner for two…
December School Vacation Camps on the North Shore (MA)
School is out, the holidays are winding down, and parents everywhere are wondering…“Ho…
New Year’s Eve 2025 Family Fun Roundup
Family-Friendly Celebrations Across the North Shore of MassachusettsWhether your family loves early count…
Mindful Parenting With Mel
The holiday season is both wonderful and wildly overstimulating for kids. Routines shift, events stack up…
The 7-Day Holiday Declutter Challenge Every Busy Family Needs
If your house feels one string of lights away from total holiday chaos… same.I spent my four-day T…
Kwanzaa for Kids: 5 Simple Activities to Celebrate the 7 Principles
Kwanzaa is a wonderful time to teach children about African heritage, unity, and the power of community.…
Winter Fun Guide for North Shore MA
We will all be looking for ways to get out of the house this winter on the North Shore! So Macaroni KID&n…
Holiday Lights on the North Shore and Beyond
Ready to add a little extra sparkle to the holiday season? Our community boasts some pretty spectacular l…
Santa Returns to the Castle!
🎅✨ Event by Hammond Castle Museum📍 80 Hesperus Ave, Gloucester, MA📅 December 13th &…
A Nutcracker Like You’ve Never Seen Before Is Coming to the Firehouse!
🎭✨ A Nutcracker Like You’ve Never Seen Before Is Coming to the Firehouse! ✨🎄Get ready for…
20 Elf Ideas for Exhausted Parents (Easy + Zero Crafting!)
If December already has you tired, welcome. Pull up a chair. And if you’re already questioning all…
Hanukkah Made Simple: Traditions, Foods & Fun Kids Will Love
Hanukkah is one of those holidays kids instantly fall in love with — candles, spinning tops, fried…
Get Your FREE Personalized Santa Letter, Straight From the North Pole!
There’s something about Christmas that never stops feeling magical—and nothing brings that ma…
Unwrapping December: 10 Holidays and Events for Families to Explore
Welcome to the magic of December! A month brimming with festivities and heartwarming gatherings — bu…
Free Personalized Elf Letter for Your Kids: A Simple Holiday Tradition
The holidays come with so much pressure ... to make everything magical, memorable, picture-perfect. But b…
Christmas at Castle Hill
Visiting Castle Hill at Christmas is a cherished tradition for families across the North Shor…
Hannukkah and Menorah Lighting on the North Shore
🕎 2025–2026 Hanukkah & Menorah Events on/near the North Shore, MA#EventWhere / OrganizerWhat…
Sponsored 2025 Holiday Gift Guide: Macaroni KID's Family-Tested Favorites
Tired of endless gift lists that feel more like homework than help? We’ve done the digging for you…
WARNING: This 2000s Quiz Will Unlock Memories You Forgot You Forgot
If you ever carried a pink Razr in your low-rise jeans, burned a mix CD labeled with Sharpie, refreshed y…
Sponsored We Sailed Disney’s New Cruise Ship. Here’s Why You'll Love the Destiny
When three Macaroni KID publishers and their families were invited aboard for the inaugural sail of the a…
Sponsored Tech Gift Guidance: Safety for First Phones, Watches and Consoles
On any given weekend in Wilmington, North Carolina, you’ll find Ray Pastore, Ph.D., somewhere betwee…
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