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The Race for Planet X

January 24, 2007 | 1 Comment

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The Arkansas Discovery Network (sponsor of the Grossology exhibit at the Nadine Baum Learning Center) has created a museum on wheels.  The mobile museum will contain the “Race for Planet X”, an interactive learning experience designed to engage kids and adults in engineering skills.  Check out the website for details. 

The museum will “roll” to schools, community centers, and libraries in the fall of 2007, but there will be a sneak preview on the University of Arkansas campus from February 5 through February 22, 2007.  Via the UofA Headlines — Link.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Past Events 

Did You Miss Any (or all) of the Oscar Nominated Films?

January 24, 2007 | Leave a Comment

If you are like me, the only movies you have seen this year are animated, or include a cast of superheroes.  If so, then (like me) you have seen none of the Best Picture nominees.  Not to worry.  Down Dickson has the details of where the Oscar nominated films are showing in Northwest Arkansas.  Link.  The site also has a list of the Oscar nominated films that will be coming soon to our area.   Link. 

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under What to do This Week 

Panera Bread

January 23, 2007 | 3 Comments

I know that Panera Bread is a good option for eating out with kids (and a great place for some alone time with a free wireless hot spot).  But, until reading this post at Quick Serve Kids, I did not realize that Panera food is trans-fat-free and that the restaurant provides a kids’ menu with organic and natural ingredients.  I wish more restaurants would do the same.  Does anyone know of other restaurants in Northwest Arkansas with healthy options on their kids’ menus?

Panera has locations in Fayetteville and Bentonville.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Good Restaurants that Welcome Kids 

It’s Time to Start Thinking About Spring Break!

January 23, 2007 | Leave a Comment

The Walton Arts Center is hosting a series of Spring Break camps (details below).  Each camp will run from Monday, March 19 through Thursday, March 22, 2007.  Call 443-5600 to register.   

Kingdom of Creativity
Ages 7-9 / 9-11:30am OR 12:30-3:30pm / $69
Hear ye! Hear ye! Calling all Kings and Queens, Knights and Princesses for a week of drawing, painting, papier mache and puppet making!

Drawing and Painting Studio
Ages 9-12 / 9-11:30am / Instructor: Susan Hutchcroft / $69
Learn basic drawing skills and painting techniques through both traditional and non-traditional materials and applications

Morning Clay Studio: Wheel
Ages 9-12 / 9-11:30am / Instructor: Trent Tally / $75
Discover the creative possibilities of clay - using hand building and wheel techniques.  Participants must be at least 54″ tall to work safely on the wheel.

Photo Studio with Don House
Ages 13-17 / 12:30-3pm / 12:30-3pm / $75
Photographer Don House will lead students through a hands-on introduction to photographing people in black and white.  Students will learn lighting, compostion, developing and printing, and will have photos to keep at the end of the week.

Afternoon Clay Studio: Handbuilding
Ages 7-9 / 12:30-3pm / Instructor: Trent Tally / $75
Get your hands dirty - with handbuilding, slab and coil techniques.

Public Art with Sculptor Lee Littlefield
High School Students / 12:30-3pm / Instructor: Lee Littlefield / $75
Students are invited to create a unique sculpture with artist Lee Littlefield, whose work will be showcased in Walton Arts Center’s public art initiative, I-540 Flowers: Cultivating the Northwest Arkansas Neighborhood.  Students will learn Lee’s construction and finishing techniques and collaborate on the design and construction of a sculptural piece to be displayed during Lee’s exhibition on the Walton Arts Center campus.

Theatre Squared Spring Break Drama Academies
NW Arkansas’ regional professional theater for adults and young audiences invites students to join them for a week of fun, making friends, and getting creative in a positive environment!

Grades K-2 / 9:30-12pm OR 1:30-4pm / $125
These camps introduce the process of theater to our youngest students through imagining, enacting and reflecting upon improvised situations and integrating their learning through hands-on artmaking

Grades 3-5 / 9:30-2pm / $160
Academy teachers will lead students through the cornerstones of theater training - acting, improvisation and stage makeup.

Grades 6-12 / 9:30-4pm / $185
Older students focus on four areas that further develop their theatre skills - improvisation, acting principles, auditioning and stage makeup.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Past Events 

Ethics-Palooza — Business Ethics for 3rd-6th graders

January 23, 2007 | Leave a Comment

The University of Arkansas Students In Free Enterprise (SIFE) will present a business ethics course titled “Ethics-Palooza” to 3rd, 4th, and 5th grade students.  The course is designed to begin the process of teaching the importance of business ethics at an early age.  Link.  Find out more about SIFE here.

  • When:  Friday, January 26, 2007, 6:30-8:30pm, dinner provided
  • Where:  Donald W. Reynolds Center for Enterprise Development in the Sam W. Walton College of Business
  • Register:  sbond@uark.edu

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Past Events 

Ideas for Your Growing Library of Digital Photos

January 20, 2007 | Leave a Comment

If you have never visited the website Photojojo, do so today.  It is full of photo tips and DIY photo projects for the millions of digital photos every parent possesses.  The site is not focused on kid photos, but many of the projects would be perfect for pictures of kids.  Here are some of my favorites (but there are lots more at the site):

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Online Shopping 

Where are Kids’ Meals Served on a Frisbee?

January 20, 2007 | Leave a Comment

At the Hog Haus Brewery in Fayetteville!  The Hog Haus’ varied menu provides something for everyone, and is a great place to eat before an event at the Walton Arts Center, or for brunch on Sunday (10a.m.-2p.m.).  Closed on Monday.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Good Restaurants that Welcome Kids 

Choosing Age Appropriate Video Games

January 19, 2007 | Leave a Comment

My kids love video games.  Unfortunately, I have a hard time deciding which games will be challenging, rather than frustrating.  The rating system tells me whether the game will contain inappropriate content, but not whether it will be too difficult to enjoy.  Enter Gamer Dad, the website with everything you need to know about choosing a video game.  The site contains detailed reviews of games for all video game systems.  Check it out.  Thanks, Blogging Baby!

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Shopping 

Make the Most of Living in a University Town

January 19, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Many would say that a Razorback football game is the ultimate event for a young Razorback fan.  But, sometimes the large crowds can be overwhelming for children — not to mention to the parents trying to keep track of them.  Also, unless you have excellent seats, the game may not keep the attention of the youngest of fans. 

Not to worry — the UofA Athletic Department provides many opportunities to expose your child to college sports:  basketball, baseball, track, cross country, golf, tennis, gymnastics, soccer, softball, swimming, diving, and volleyball.  These sports attract fewer spectators, so your kids can get closer to the action.  Go Hogs!

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Spectator Sports 

Previously Owned Kids Stuff

January 18, 2007 | 1 Comment

If you are in the market for used children’s clothes and gear, head to Fiesta Square Shopping Center in Fayetteville.  You can buy (and sell) “kid’s stuff with previous experience” at  Once Upon a Child,and Play it Again Sports buys, sells and trades new and used sports equipment and gear. 

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Shopping 

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