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Art Explosions Summer Camp

April 30, 2007 | Leave a Comment

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The sixth annual Summer Art Explosion program is now enrolling.  This 5 week art camp is for kids ages 10-18.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Summer Camps 

Washington Elementary School Home Tour

April 29, 2007 | Leave a Comment

The Washington Elementary Tour of Homes is scheduled for Saturday, May 12, 2007 from 12-5pm.  No other elementary school zone in Fayetteville includes as many historic neighborhoods as the Washington zone, so if you love old homes like I do, you should definitely take the tour.  The following homes are featured this year:

  • Marlon and Ati Blackwell 857 North Woolsey
  • Bill and Janie Eldridge 409 East Lafayette
  • John and Jennifer Lewis 607 North Park
  • Scott and Anne O’Leary-Kelly 220 East Lafayette
  • Elliot West and Susan Stoner 830 North Park
  • Stuart and Missy Walker 434 West Prospect
  • Mark and Katie Zweig 59 East Prospect

Tickets ($20) can be purchased at Washington Elementary School, Arsagas Cafes, French Metro Antiques, and The Gift House.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Reoccuring Events 

Free Family Skate Night at the Skate Place in Bentonville

April 29, 2007 | Leave a Comment

The Great Day Skate Place in Bentonville hosts a monthly free family skate night to benefit local charities.  The May “Disco Fever” event will benefit the Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter.  Admission is free with a cash donation.  Children must be accompanied by an adult.

  • What:  Free Family Skate Night
  • When:  Monday, May 7, 2007 from 6 to 8 pm
  • Where:  The Great Day Skate Place, Bentonville.  Here’s a map.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Past Events 

Summer Classes at the Arts Center of the Ozarks

April 27, 2007 | Leave a Comment

The 2007 Summer Class schedule of the Arts Center of the Ozarks in Springdale is full of unique classes for kids and teens, including

  • Broadway Bound for 4th-6th graders
  • Beginning Guitar for ages 5-12
  • Art Exploration for 1st - 4th graders
  • Clay Play for 2nd-5th graders
  • Strokes of Genius for ages 12 and up
  • Fun Mud for 7th grade and up
  • Narrative Art for 4th grade and up
  • Twinkle Twinkle Little Star (6-24 month olds)
  • Toddler Troupe (2-3 year olds)
  • Creative Dramatics (4 year olds through 1st graders)
  • KidsTheatre Production Workshop (2nd grade - Jr. High)
  • Scene Class (7th-9th graders)

I especially like their Family Classes, like

  • Come Play with Me!  Family Ceramic Class (kids and adults create joint projects)
  • Pencil to Paint for all ages (children under 6 must take class with adult)
  • Artsmarts (children under 6 must take class with adult)
  • Family Art Workshop (age 6 and older)

Here’s the full schedule with details.  ACO is located at 214 South Main Street in downtown Springdale. 

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Summer Camps 

Friday Nights at the Movies

April 27, 2007 | 1 Comment

Fayetteville Parks and Recreation Department has started a new program called Friday Night at the Movies where families can watch movies under the stars at various parks in Fayetteville for FREE.  The movies begin at dark (around 8:30pm), and will be shown on a two story screen with a professional sound system.  Here’s the 2007 schedule:

  • May 4 - Madagascar at Gulley Park
  • May 18 — Holes at the Fayetteville Boys and Girls Club
  • June 1 — Monster House at the Lewis Soccer Complex
  • June 15 — Kicking and Screaming at Walker Park
  • June 29 — Shark Tale at Wilson Park Pool (Dive-in Movie)
  • July 13 — Pink Panther at Walker Park
  • July 27 — Big Fish at Wilson Park Pool (Dive-in Movie)

You can find out more detail about each of the movies here, and addresses of each of the parks here.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Reoccuring Events 

Hogwild Pizzeria

April 25, 2007 | Leave a Comment

We finally took the advice of several friends, and tried Hogwild Pizzeria in Fayetteville.  We were not disappointed — fresh salads, sandwiches and delicious smelling pizza.  The casual atmosphere with high ceilings and concrete floors makes the place kid friendly.  But, if you are not up for dinner out, Hogwild has drive thru pizza by the slice.

Location:  Northeast corner of North Street and Garland Ave. (in the shopping center behind Mr. Burger).  Map.

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

HOLES: Produced by Arts Live Theatre

April 24, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Arts Live Theatre is presenting the stage adaptation of the Louis Sachar Newberry Award Winning book, HOLES.  Arts Live shows are performed by local youth actors, and this show will also include guest appearances from local personalities. 

Performances will be May 4, 2007 at 7pm, May 5, 2007 at 2pm and 7pm, and May 6, 2007 at 2pm at the University of Arkansas Continuing Education Auditorium, 2 East Center Street, downtown Fayetteville.  Map. 

Tickets are $7 per person or $5 per person for groups of 10 or more.  Tickets may be purchased online, by phone (479-521-4932) or in person at the box office the day of performance.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog 

Kids Eat Free at the Boston Mountain Grill on Monday Nights

April 23, 2007 | Leave a Comment

NOTE:  The Boston Mountain Grill  Has Closed!!!

The Boston Mountain Grill in Fayetteville is about as kid friendly as it gets.  Kids eat free on Monday nights, and the extensive children’s menu includes PB&J roll ups, apple sauce and fresh fruit.  Did you forget a bib, baby spoon, or tippy cup?  No worries.  The restaurant has some on hand.  If your kids are good, reward them with Boston Mountain Grill’s signature kids dessert — “bugs in the mud” which includes gummy worms and oreos.  Thanks to reader Brandi for the recommendation!

Location:  3251 North College Ave., Fayetteville (on the west side of College, next to Osegueras) Map.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Kids Eat Free 

Free Eye Exams for Children Up to One Year of Age

April 22, 2007 | 1 Comment

I just learned about the FREE eye exam that Mertins Family Eyecare provides to children up to one year of age.  This is part of the InfantSEE program created by the American Optometric Association. 

Several other optometrists in the area provide the same service.  Click here to find a participating optometrist near you. 

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Health and Wellness 

Bubble Magic Show: Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at 7pm

April 19, 2007 | 1 Comment

Tom Noddy (the Bubble Guy) will perform at a free public show for families in the Arkansas Union Ballroom on the University of Arkansas campus.  The show begins at 7:00, and no tickets are required.  Here are excerpts from the press release:

What do carousels, volcanoes, and a break-dancing caterpillar made of soap bubbles have to do with math and science? Tom Noddy, the Bubble Guy, makes good, clean and, yes, educational fun with his show, Bubble Magic. Engaging children in science and math can be a challenge, but Bubble Magic makes many of these concepts - from angles and shapes to nature and physics - fun not only for children but for adults as well. 

  • What:  Bubble Magic
  • When:  Tuesday, May 22, 2007 at 7pm
  • Where:  Arkansas Union Ballroom on the University of Arkansas campus

Find out more about the show and Tom Noddy on his webpage:  www.tomnoddy.com

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog 

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