The Best Family Freebies and Deals Happening in May 2026
Even with Teacher Appreciation Week and Mother’s Day behind us this month, there are still a lot of…
FREE Printable "Where Kids Eat Free" Guide to Stick to Your Fridge!
Back before I became the Publisher of Macaroni KID Athens, I was just a reader visiting the website almos…
5 Local Favorites for Hot Chocolate in Athens & Oconee
I’ve lived in Georgia my whole life and still never manage to adjust when winter rolls around. I&rs…
America’s Ice Cream Obsession: The Most-Loved Flavors in Every State
National Ice Cream Month is July, and what better way to celebrate than with your favorite frozen treat?…
Cheesy Taco Stuffed Bell Peppers
Cheesy taco stuffed peppers are a fun way to switch up your typical taco night! They're not only deli…
Pizza Playoffs in Athens & Oconee
National Pizza Day is February 9th and the competition is firing up! If you can't stand the heat, get…
Strawberry Rice Krispie Treat Hearts
Valentine's Day is the perfect occasion to indulge in a sweet treat - surprise your kiddos with a yumm…
Reindeer Chow: A Sweet & Salty Christmas Snack
One of my favorite sweet and salty holiday snacks is "reindeer chow" because 1. it's a quic…
Sponsored The Smart Parent's Answer To 'What's For Dinner?'
Ever feel like you're juggling a million things and just need a break? Us too. That's why we wante…
Sponsored Vitamix: Bringing Transformation To Our Family In More Ways Than One
2024 is my year for self-care! At the turn of the new year, I had resolved to be more kind to myself and…
Pizza Poll: Who Makes the Best Pizza in Athens?
🍕 The results are in! We asked readers to answer the question: "Who makes the best pizza in…
Easy "Slightly Spicy" Crock-pot Turkey Chili
When my husband and I first married in 2015, I honestly didn't know much about cooking. Chili was one…
Easy Corn Casserole Is a Savory Thanksgiving Side Dish
Corn casserole is a savory side dish that only takes about 5 minutes to prep, which makes it a perfect ad…
Sponsored Celebrate National Sandwich Month with Marti's at Midday
August is National Sandwich Month and Macaroni KID Athens wants to help spread the word about a tasty, lo…
5 Ways to Beat the Heat In & Around Athens
It has been a hot, hot summer so far and it's not over quiet yet! Here are 5 ways you and your…
Homemade Lemonade Popsicles
Summertime with children means spending a lot of your afternoon outside, and IT. IS. HOT. If you're l…
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