About.

Hi! I’m Rachael—writer, community builder, chaos navigator, and mom of five. I’m fueled by coffee, creativity, and the constant stream of questions from small humans. With a background in education and storytelling (and a deep appreciation for toddler logic and snack negotiation), I bring a unique mix of heart, humor, and hustle to everything I do.
👉 Read the full story of how this fairy tale got its village twist

How This Wild Ride Became Mine​

Macaroni KID didn’t start with me, but it found me at just the right time. After years of dreaming up creative ways to help families connect and thrive, I stumbled across a listing for the Harrisburg & West Shore publisher role—and something just clicked. One year, thousands of events, and a few surprise babies later, I’ve expanded to include Carlisle–Boiling Springs–Shippensburg and grown both regions into thriving resources for local families.
What started as a side hustle quickly turned into a calling.
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Our Mission: Build the Village​

At Macaroni KID, our mission is rooted in connection.

• Connecting Families: We help parents discover events, businesses, and resources that make life easier—and a lot more fun.
  
• Building Strong Villages: We champion inclusivity, kindness, and collaboration in everything we do.
  
• Creating Memorable Experiences: Whether we’re hosting an egg hunt, spotlighting a sensory-friendly museum, or sharing real-life parenting wins and wipeouts, we’re here to make it meaningful.
  

We're more than a calendar—we’re a lifeline for busy families, and a launchpad for local love.
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Our Team

Colette Clarke
Assistant, Organizer of Chaos, Sanity Preserver

Colette is the magical unicorn who keeps the wheels turning and the inbox from bursting into flames. From calendaring wizardry to logistics lifesaving, she’s the one making sure your event makes it into the newsletter (and that Rachael remembers what day it is). She's equal parts cheerleader, spreadsheet master, and emergency snack provider. If you've ever felt like things were unusually organized for once… you probably have Colette to thank.​

Kendra Bradford
Bestie-in-Residence & Official Snap Queen

Once the fearless leader of Macaroni KID Carlisle, Kendra now brings her eye for detail and creative flair to the whole operation. These days, she’s a rock-solid assistant and our go-to for gorgeous, candid, and kid-wrangling-proof photography. Want your business featured with scroll-stopping visuals that scream "this is THE place for families"? Kendra’s camera has you covered. Her photos are available as an add-on to any advertising package and come with minimal child bribery and maximum charm.​

Morgan Gaylor
Volunteer & Ambassador

Morgan is our people person, hype squad, and outreach queen. She connects us with local businesses, spreads the word about upcoming events, and always knows where the best snacks are. Her love for this community shines through everything she does—plus, she somehow makes volunteering look like the most glamorous job in town. (It’s not. She’s just that good.)​

What We Can Do for You​

Whether you’re a small business looking to grow your local reach or a major organization hoping to connect with families in a meaningful way, we can help. From engaging sponsored content to strategic event promotion, product features, digital ads, and wildly relatable social media campaigns, we’ll bring your message to life—right in the heart of your target audience.
We don’t just post. We tell stories. We build trust. And we turn casual browsers into loyal customers.
Let’s work together to build your village—and your visibility.