Early Registration Deadline for Fayetteville Parks & Rec Soccer
June 30, 2007 | Leave a Comment
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The Fayetteville Parks & Rec Fall soccer early registration deadline is July 11, 2007. Registration continues through August 1, 2007 with an additional $10 late fee.
The regular program is for kids ages 4-15. Three year olds (must turn 3 by July 31, 2007) are eligible to play First Touch — a program that introduces kids to the game.
You can download the application here. (As of today, the website still included information on last Spring’s schedule, but the application is for the upcoming Fall season).
We Have a Winner!
June 29, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Thanks to everyone who participated in the drawing for Jungalbook tickets and admission to the Jungalbook family camp. Kristi Brignoni won 4 free tickets to the Jungalbook, and Nancy McGill won admission for her family to the Jungalbook family camp! Congratulations to both of the winners, and thanks to everyone who participated. See you at the theater!
Mothers of Preschoolers Meetings in Fayetteville
June 28, 2007 | Leave a Comment
I ran across this information from the Fayetteville Mothers of Preschoolers ("MOPS") chapter:
MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers. MOPS International exists to meet the needs of every mom - urban, suburban and rural moms, stay-at-home and working moms, teen, single and married moms - moms with different lifestyles who all share a similar desire to be the very best moms they can be! MOPS recognizes that the years from infancy through kindergarten are foundational in a mother-child relationship and are filled with unique needs.
You are invited to join us!
Criteria~Must have at least 1 child preschool or under
When: Every 1st and 3rd Friday of the month, beginning Sept. 7, 2007
Time: 9:30-11:30am
Where: Central Untied Methodist Church on Dickson St in Fayetteville.
Why: Because Mothering Matters or because you need 2 hours of "Mommy Time" with other mommies while your child is being tended to by the church nursery staff
For more information, contact brandypower@sbcglobal.net
Additional Prize Added to the Drawing: Tickets to the Jungalbook Family Camp
June 27, 2007 | Leave a Comment
So many of you forwarded information on the Jungalbook performance to your friends, that I decided to add an additional prize to the drawing: admission to the Jungalbook Family Camp. My family participated in the Family Camp for TheatreSquared’s Lilly’s Purple Plastic Purse production last year and it was a hoot! My boys loved the fact that the whole family took part in the fun. Here is info on this year’s family camp:
Win 4 Free Tickets to the Jungalbook
June 25, 2007 | Leave a Comment
By now you all know about TheatreSquared’s Jungalbook production that opens this Saturday, June 30 and runs through Saturday, July 7 in the Walton Arts Center’s Nadine Baum Studios.
How would you like to win 4 free tickets to the show? Here’s how:
- Forward this post about the Jungalbook show to at least one friend
- Copy me on the email (allsidesoflife@gmail.com)
I will enter your name in a drawing for 4 free tickets to the Jungalbook that can be used at any show with available seats. Your name will be entered once for each friend. So, if you forward the post to 10 friends, your name will be entered in the drawing 10 times. If you have already purchased tickets to the show, you will receive vouchers for 4 tickets to a future TheatreSquared production of your choice.
Entries must be received by 6:00a.m. CST on Friday, June 29, 2007. The drawing will be held later that day. Forwards to invalid email addresses (as well as other scamming tactics) will disqualify you from the drawing.
I hope this will be an easy and fun way to spread the word about the Jungalbook!
Jungal Book Camps
June 25, 2007 | Comments Off
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Calling all young actors, artists and make-believers!
In addition to the week-long summer drama academy, TheatreSquared will also be offering a one-day JungalBook Camps for Ages 4-7!
During this very special workshop, participants will meet actors, use their drama skills to play in the story, create their own project in the T2 Lightbulb Lab, enjoy a snack and prepare to see the 2:00pm performance of JungalBook!
Day Camps are perfect for youngsters of all experience levels. This VIP event gives access behind-the-scenes for learning, playing and deepening the audience experience!
Space is limited! Call 571-2728 to register!
COST: $25 (includes one child ticket to see The Jungalbook)
Saturday, June 30 & Monday, July 2
11:30am-1:50pm 11:30am - 1:50pm
 JUNGALBOOK Family Camp TheatreSquared also offers an exciting trip back-stage for the entire family! Have you ever wanted to see behind the curtain or to find out how the actors memorize so many lines? TheatreSquared invites you and your family to take a tour backstage, talk to actors and participate in a hands-on workshop that will take you deeper into the story of THE JUNGALBOOK!
All ages are welcome! Call 571-2728 to register!
Cost: $20 for families of 6 or less
Saturday, July 7: 4:00-5:00pm (before the 6pm performance)
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TheatreSquared Opens Their Second Season with the JungalBook
June 25, 2007 | Leave a Comment
By Edward Mast, adapted from Rudyard Kipling ’s The Jungle Books SHOW DATES &TIMES: TUESDAY July 3 @ 10AM & 2PM THURSDAY July 5 @ 10AM & 2PM
Great American Bake Sale on the Square: Saturday, June 30, 2007 9am-1pm
June 25, 2007 | Leave a Comment
If you are at the farmer’s market in Fayetteville this Saturday, be sure to stop by the Great American Bake Sale at the Arvest Plaza on the square. Proceeds will go to Share Our Strength, a national organization established to help local organizations end childhood hunger in the United States.
- What: Great American Bake Sale
- When: Saturday, June 30, 2007, 9am-1pm
- Where: Arvest Plaza, on the Fayetteville Square
Cats at the Walton Arts Center
June 19, 2007 | 1 Comment
My boys were introduced to the soundtrack of the Broadway musical CATS at an early age by their grandmother (who has a cat named Jellie — short for Jellico, of course). So, they are all thrilled to know that CATS is coming to the Walton Arts Center.
I just learned that Sunday, June 24 is Family Night at the show. Ticket holders are encouraged to bring their children one hour prior to the 7 p.m. performance for face painting by CATS cast members. How fun!
- What: CATS
- When: June 22-24, 2007
- Where: Walton Arts Center
- Cost: $44, $48, $52 (call the box office 443-5600 or order online)
Summer Camps in Benton County
June 18, 2007 | Leave a Comment
The Benton County Daily Record has an article about summer camps in Benton County. Here are the camps it highlights:
- Rogers Lady Mountaineer Basketball Camp (Rogers)
- Northwest Arkansas Girls Basketball Camps (Bentonville)
- Gentry Pioneer Football Camp (Gentry)
- University of Arkansas Soccer Academy (Centerton)
- John Brown University All Star Soccer School (Siloam Springs)
- Brasilian Soccer Camp (Bentonville)
- British Soccer Camp (Bentonville)
- Bella Vista Junior Tennis Camp (Bella Vista)
- Pinnacle Star Tennis Academy (Rogers)
- Bentonville High School Wrestling Camp (Rogers)
Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh and MAGIC cards, oh my!
June 17, 2007 | Leave a Comment
The Fayetteville Public Library will host a Card Collectors’ Day on Saturday, June 23 as part of the Summer Reading Club. The FREE event is from 1 to 4 pm in the Walker Community Room, and all ages are invited.
Participants can trade sports cards, Pokemon and Yu-Gi-Oh cards, and play MAGIC the Gathering. Vendors will also be selling cards.
Family Event for Opening Night of the Jungal Book
June 16, 2007 | 1 Comment
I am on the board of TheatreSquared, Northwest Arkansas’ local professional theater company. I wanted to let you know about a great family event we are planning for opening night of TheatreSquared’s upcoming production of the Jungal Book.
If you are not familiar with this adaptation of Rudyard Kipling’s the Jungle Books, here is a synopsis:
The jungle is a dangerous place, especially for man. But for Mowgli the mancub, the jungle is a playground…literally. In this modern re-telling of a classic tale, Mowgli has been raised by a pack of wolves & learns the laws of the jungle from the wise bear, Baloo. Through his coming of age, the audience is taken on a heartwarming & thought-provoking journey that explores environmental issues as well as themes of tolerance, adversity & ultimately, belonging. This is a perfect play for TheatreSquared’s youngest audiences!
The family event starts at 4:30 pm on Saturday, June 30, 2007 at the Nadine Baum Studios. The jungle themed festivities will include a picnic dinner and activity stations such as art, stage combat, henna tattoos, and warrior face painting. Drummers and giant puppets will lead a procession into the theater where guests will enjoy the opening night performance of the Jungal Book. After the show, guests will be able meet the actors and learn more about the production.
The night will also include a raffle of jungle related items such as Baloo reading to your child’s classroom next fall, and a night in the tree house or bungalow at Turpentine Creek Wildlife Refuge.
ADVANCE TICKETS REQUIRED: Tickets to the opening night festivities are $25 per person The tickets include dinner and tickets to the show (lap babies free). If any of you are interested in attending this event, please email me at allsidesoflife@gmail.com or contact TheatreSquared directly at 445-6333 or morgan@theatresquared.org. The theater only seats 150, so reserve soon!
I know many families are traveling this time of year. If you cannot join us (or even if you can), please forward this to other families who might be interested in attending the event.
The Jungal Book family event would not be possible without the generous support of TheatreSquared’s family season sponsors:
- Mike and Allyson Malone
- Lisa and Paul Morstad
- Robert Hix and Paige Partridge
- Patrick and Ali Pilkington
- Jan and Stacey Sturner
- Rob and Elizabeth Rivenburgh
- Kathy Reyes
- Brent and Amy Robinson
- Mark and Courtney Henry
- Ben and Jana Carter
- Todd and Missy Lewis
- Bob Kohler and Laura Goodwin
- Gary and Sharon Guthrie
- Marlon and Ati Blackwell
If any of you are interested in becoming family season sponsors, let me know. I would love to tell you more about this great opportunity.
Little Bread Company Opens in the old Arsagas Block Street Bakery Building
June 15, 2007 | 1 Comment
The Little Bread Company (of Eureka Springs) has opened where Arsagas used to be on Block Street. From the menu:
Our soups are made completely from scratch. Our breads and pastries are mixed and hand-shaped right here where you purchase them. Our coffee is locally roasted fresh for you. We use locally grown produce from farmers in our community. All our flours and a majority of our ingredients are organic. We use no artificial ingredients or processed foods of any kind.
Fortunately, the bakery retains the same laid back atmosphere as its predecessor, and you can still drink your coffee and eat on the deck while your kids explore all the nooks and crannies of the adjacent garden. The interior has been remodeled to include additional seating and a larger display case. The menu includes sandwiches, salads, breakfast sandwiches, breads, desserts, pastries, coffee and espresso.
The bakery is open from 7am-9pm Monday through Saturday and from 7am-3pm on Sundays.
Location: 116 North Block Street, Fayetteville (Map)
Young Eagles Flight Orientation Program: Free First Flights for Young People
June 14, 2007 | Leave a Comment
The Experimental Aircraft Association is offering free first flights for young people ages 8-17 at Drake Field in Fayetteville on Saturday, June 16, 2007. The flights begin at 7:30am and will continue until noon. A short ground school is included. Parents or guardians must be present for the flight.
These flights are part of the Association’s Young Eagles Flight Orientation Program, which has resulted in nearly 1.3 million Young Eagle flights nationwide, including 1,200 in Northwest Arkansas.
Contact: Dave Bowman 479-409-6920, theaviationguy@cox.net for more information.
Red Cross Summer Swim Programs and Camps
June 13, 2007 | Leave a Comment
I remember learning to swim through Red Cross swim programs. I am glad to see the programs are still going strong!
Swim Lessons: The Red Cross offers eight-lesson Learn to Swim programs for preschool and older children at the Melvin Ford Aquatic Center in Bentonville.
Summer Safety Camps: The Red Cross is also offering afternoon summer camps for 8-15 year olds focused on teaching children first aid and safety. These three-session camps are held at the Red Cross headquarters in Tontitown.
Safer Kids Program: The Red Cross is offering a 5 day Safer Kids Program at the Boys & Girls Club in Fayetteville. It covers Basic First Aid, Wilderness Survival, Putting a Stop to Bullying, Water Safety and Weather Safety, and Fire Safety. The program is designed for 8-10 year olds.
- PDFs with details on the swimming lessons and day camps can be downloaded here.
- MS Word document with details on the Safer Kids Program can be downloaded here.
Baby’s First Art Gallery
June 13, 2007 | 1 Comment
Kid friendly may not be the first thing that comes to mind when you think of an art gallery. However, Dede Peters, the owner of DDP Gallery in Fayetteville assures me that her gallery is family friendly (and I believe her!).
So, when you are up on the Fayetteville Square, stop by and expose your kids to high caliber contemporary art. While you are there, be sure your kids say “hi” to DDP’s art dog, Heidi.
DDP Gallery Hours and location.
Junior Olympic Regional Diving Championships: June 22-24, 2007
June 12, 2007 | 1 Comment
The Northwest Arkansas Twisters diving club is hosting one of the USA Diving Association’s summer regional championship meets for Junior Olympic athletes.
Stop by this FREE event. Your kids can see other kids (the youngest age group is 11 and under) dive from the 5 and 1 meter platform. Amazing!
- What: Junior Olympic Regional Diving Championships (pdf)
- When: Friday, June 22, 2007 through Sunday, June 24, 2007 (events begin at 9am each day and will last until around 5pm on Friday and Saturday and will end around 1 or 2 pm on Sunday)
- Where: The HYPER Building on the University of Arkansas campus (Enter on the south side of the building. That entrance leads directly to the pool deck)
Thanks, Molly!
Trains, Planes, and Automobiles at Fayetteville’s Drake Field
June 11, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Here’s a Northwest Arkansas Times article about the upcoming Trains, Planes and Automobiles event planned for Father’s Day.
Activities include a car show, antique airplane display, and a round trip train ride from Fayetteville to Springdale (train departs at noon and returns at 1:45pm. For more train information and tickets, go here.)
- What: Planes, Trains and Automobiles
- When: Sunday, June 17, 2007 (activities begin at 8:00am)
- Where: Drake Field, Fayetteville
- Cost: $5 (train ride extra, dads ride half price)
June Kids Eat Free Specials at AQ Chicken House and Market Place Grill
June 11, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Two local restaurants are offering Kids Eat Free specials during the month of June:
- Market Place Grill (Monday through Thursday, 2 free kids meals for every adult)
- AQ Chicken House (every day, 2 free kids meals for every adult)
Learn to Dive with University of Arkansas Head Diving Coach Scott Reich
June 10, 2007 | 1 Comment
Scott Reich, four time Olympic coach and head diving coach at the UofA, is leading several diving clinics this summer.
The Learn to Dive clinics are open to all ages and abilities for those who want to learn Olympic springboard and platform diving. Participants will also learn what it takes to be asked to join the Northwest Arkansas Twisters Diving Club.
If your child already knows how to dive, you might consider Reich’s Intensive Training Program.
Discovering Safety Day: Saturday, June 9, 2007
June 8, 2007 | 1 Comment
Sorry about this late notice on this. I just heard about it.
The University of Arkansas Police Department will host the 10th annual “Discovering Safety” community event this weekend. Discovering Safety will be held from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, June 9, at Bud Walton Arena. The goal is to provide a family environment where children can learn how to stay safe and still have fun during their summer vacation. Parents will also get tips on the precautions they need to help their children stay safe. Free hot dogs and drinks will be served.
Several local public safety agencies and community organizations will be taking part in this year’s event. Among the day’s features will be McGruff, the Crime Dog, the Northwest Arkansas AirEvac helicopter, and the Arkansas State Police roll-over simulator. Link.
Looking for Things For Your Kids to do This Summer in Rogers?
June 8, 2007 | Leave a Comment
If so, you might want to read this article in the Rogers Hometown News about various summer camps and programs in Rogers. Link. Or this article about free outdoor movie nights on the Frisco Stage in downtown Rogers. Link.
Celebrate Arkansas Statehood Day: June 16, 2007
June 7, 2007 | Leave a Comment
The Washington County Historical Society is hosting its first ever Statehood Day celebration on June 16, 2007 at the Headquarters House in Fayetteville. There are lots of fun (and educational) activities planned:
- see a copy of the original Arkansas Constitution,
- hear lectures on the coming of statehood and life in territorial and early statehood Arkansas
- witness a reenactment of an infamous knife fight on the floor of the Arkansas General Assembly
- check out a Military encampment
- attend presentations on the Bowie Knife and images of Arkansas
- enjoy lots of music, food and fun, including presentations by WCHS Heritage School participants
You can download a copy of the WCHS Statehood Day brochure here with an event schedule and more details about the day.
Ruby & Myrtle Hair Accessories
June 7, 2007 | 1 Comment
Look at these adorable hair accessories by Ruby & Myrtle, a local business run by All Sides of Life readers Christina and Shanda.
You can buy their products online at the Ruby & Myrtle Etsy shop (free delivery in Northwest Arkansas) or at Three Monkeys in Fayetteville and Rogers.
3rd Annual Chalk Walk
June 6, 2007 | Leave a Comment
From MainStreetRogers.com: Main Street Rogers invites everyone to “Chalk the Walks” of the Rogers Historic District on Saturday, June 9, 2007. Children in Kindergarten-9th grades will compete for the best Work of Chalk Art. All ages are welcome to participate in the fun.
Check in near the Caboose, check out your bucket of chalk, find your assigned frame on the sidewalk in the Rogers Historic District, and create your own Work of Art. When you’re finished, return the chalk to the registration table and receive your certificate of participation.
Judges will then judge the Sidewalk Art (Categories: Kindergarten-3rd grade, 4th-6th grades & 7th-9th grades) and winners will be announced. Winners will be invited back to reproduce their winning Art Work in a semi permanent paint on the sidewalk where it will remain for at least 1 year (or until the next Chalk the Walk).
- What: 3rd Annual Chalk Walk
- When: June 9, 2007, time 11 am-1 pm
- Where: Rogers Historic Downtown Sidewalks
- Admission: Free
Earn a Free Book from Barnes & Noble
June 6, 2007 | Leave a Comment
Here’s a link to a pdf flyer about Barnes and Noble’s Summer Reading in the Magic Treehouse program. Children who read 8 books and fill out the summer reading log receive a coupon for a free book from Barnes & Noble.
Free Float at Sonic — Thursday, June 7, 2007 from 8pm to midnight
June 6, 2007 | Leave a Comment
On Thursday, June 7, 2007 from 8pm to midnight, you can get a free float at Sonic. Go here for details. (thanks, Ben!)
Photography Contest for Kids
June 5, 2007 | Leave a Comment
If your child is an entering 3rd, 4th, or 5th grader and enjoys photography, you should read this article in the Northwest Arkansas Times about the “Tell Me A Story” photo contest.
Contestants submit 3 photos that tell a story, along with the corresponding paragraph (or more) written story. Children are encouraged to take the photos while hiking at Hobbs State Park.
Entry Deadline: June 30, 2007 (pick up an entry form at any Bedford’s Camera and Video store in Northwest Arkansas)
Bat-o-Rama XVIII at Devil’s Den
June 3, 2007 | Leave a Comment
From Arkansas.com: Enjoy a weekend of programs dedicated to one of nature’s least understood mammals, the bat. Activities include slide programs, a bat house building demonstrations and crevice hikes. Don’t miss the special guest speaker Saturday night at the amphitheater.
- What: Bat-O-Rama
- When: Friday, June 8 through Sunday, June 10
- Where: Devil’s Den State Park
- Admission: Free
Civil War Ozark Heritage Festival: June 6-10, 2007
June 2, 2007 | Leave a Comment
The historic Pea Ridge National Military Park is hosting an “Ancestor’s Reunion” celebrating the 145th anniversary of the conflict.
This four-day family event is educationally focused and features a variety of activities including; musical concert, arts, storytelling, children’s “Treasure Hunt”, and more!
- What: Civil War Ozark Heritage Festival
- When: Wednesday, June 6 through Sunday, June 10
- Where: Pea Ridge National Military Park
- Admission: $5
- More Information: HarrisMonte@hotmail.com
Summer Teen Events at the Fayetteville Public Library
June 1, 2007 | Leave a Comment
The Fayetteville Public Library has posted its summer calendar of events for teens (6th through 12th grades). Look at all the great events in store for the summer:
- Card Collectors Day
- Miyazaki Film Festival
- Open Mic Night
- Martial Arts Expo
- Harry Potter Parade and Release Party
- Altered Jeans Workshop
- Poets in the Streets
- Library Scavenger Hunt
- UFOs Fact or Fiction
- Introduction to Mindfulness
- CSI
- Graphic Novel Nights
- Play with your Food Picnic
- Yoga Basics
- Restore Humanity/Africa
- Black Cat Bone Blues
- Sherlock Holmes’ Lost Last Play
- You Never Knew Luau
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