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Reader Question: House Cleaning Help

October 26, 2007 | 1 Comment

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I recently received this question:

A friend and I are looking for a reputable, detail-oriented cleaning service to clean our homes.  Do you know of a person or service you could recommend?

OK readers, do you have any recommendations for house cleaners in Northwest Arkansas?  Leave them in the comments or email me. 

I use Diana Zecena.  If any of you would like her phone number, email me and I will forward it to you.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Reader Questions 

Trick or Treat with the Greeks Halloween Carnival

October 25, 2007 | Leave a Comment

The University of Arkansas Office of Greek Life will host the annual Trick or Treat with the Greeks Halloween Carnival Tuesday, Oct. 30, in the Arkansas Union Ballroom. Doors will open at 6:30 p.m. and admission is $5 for adults and $3 for children 12 and under.  Free parking is available in the Union parking deck on Stadium Drive.

Each Greek organization will host a table with games including Mummy Bowling, Witch’s Ring Toss and Go Fish.  There will also be face painting, miniature pumpkin painting and snacks.  In addition, members of the University of Arkansas football and basketball team will host a football toss and basketball toss table, respectively.  Razorback mascots and cheerleaders will also be in attendance.

  • What:  Halloween Carnival
  • When:  Tuesday, Oct. 30, 2007, 6:30 p.m.
  • Where:  Arkansas Union Ballroom, University of Arkansas campus
  • Cost:  adults $5, children $3

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Reoccuring Events 

Fall After School Workshops at the Fayetteville Public Library

October 25, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Fall after school workshops at the Fayetteville Public Library continue every Thursday at 4 p.m.  The workshops are for students in kindergarten through fifth grade.  This is a great after school option for kids.

Workshops during the month of November include

  • music with John Finch of the Suzuki Music School of Arkansas on Nov. 1
  • University of Arkansas international students on Nov. 8
  • science experiments on Nov. 15
  • art with Youth CAN! on Nov. 29

Workshops will continue through Dec. 6. The workshops are free. Registration is required and is available at the children’s desk or by calling 571 2222 x 4370.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Reoccuring Events 

St. Joseph’s School Family Fun Fest

October 24, 2007 | Leave a Comment

 I received an email from the principal at St. Joseph’s Catholic School in Fayetteville inviting everyone to the school’s Family Fun Fest this Friday night, October 26, 2007 from 6-9pm.   The festival includes games, inflatables, pony rides, a costume contest and a haunted house.  Hope to see you there!

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Reoccuring Events 

Kids Talk News

October 24, 2007 | 1 Comment

I just learned about an excellent column on child developmental issues called Kids Talk News.  The author, Maren Schmidt, presents sound advice on issues all families will face.  It is definitely a site worth book marking.  I have already found several ideas I will use. 

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under General Parenting Items 

Looking for Some Bling for Your Baby?

October 23, 2007 | Leave a Comment

Aclogo2_2Before starting this site, I had no idea how many local moms have online stores.  Just this week, Kerri Chesnutt contacted me about A&C Posh Designs, the business Kerri operates from her home in Rogers.   

From flower hair accessories to flip flops, from blankets to burp cloths — A&C Posh Designs has everything for the girly girl. 

Personally, I am partial to this hot pink tutu and matching flower hat.  I think I just found my niece’s Christmas gift.  Or should I make it a Halloween gift of the Candy Corn tutu? Hmmm . . .

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Shopping 

The Snow Dragon at the Walton Arts Center

October 23, 2007 | Leave a Comment

SnowdragonThe Walton Arts Center is presenting a performance of the Snow Dragon on Sunday, October 28 at 2:00 p.m. Ticket prices are $8, $12 and $15 and can be purchased by calling the Walton Arts Center box office at 443-5600 or on www.waltonartscenter.org.  Here is a synopsis of the story, which is appropriate for all ages:

This original story, narrated by two dragons, follows the life of a young boy named Billy, who has everything a boy could desire…until his life changes on New Year’s Eve. He knows that the Magical Snow Dragon is coming to bring him more presents, and Billy’s only job is to gather berries for the Snow Dragon to eat on his Visit.  Billy begins collecting berries for the Snow dragon, quickly realizing that it is difficult work. Instead of finishing his work, Billy finds it easier to take from his friends.  In the end, New Years Eve does not turn out as planned and Billy must face the Dark woods. In the woods Billy begins to grow up because, now he understands the importance of respect.

If you go, you might want to use the Teacher’s Guide to prepare your child for the show.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Past Events 

A New Giveaway!!

October 23, 2007 | 4 Comments

I’m back with our newest giveaway — a $25 gift certificate to the Bentonville consignment store for women and kids — From Mom to Me!   I have not been to the store, but have heard it has tons of like new merchandise at excellent prices.  From Mom to Me also sells Bowlicious hair bows and Zoe & Sprout products.

How do you enter the drawing for the gift certificate?  Email me at allsidesoflife@gmail.com with "From Mom to Me" in the subject line or leave a comment on this post (any comment that is not anonymous –  I have no way to contact anonymous winners!).  You can increase your chances of winning by forwarding information on my website to at least one friend, and copying me on the email (allsidesoflife@gmail.com).  Your name will be entered once for each friend.  So, if you forward my site to 10 friends, your name will be entered in the drawing 11 times. 

All entries must be received by noon on Tuesday, October 30, 2007.  The drawing will be held later that day.

Thanks for reading All Sides of Life — I hope you enjoy the Giveaway!

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Giveaways 

10th Annual Hay Day

October 22, 2007 | Leave a Comment

The United Way of Northwest Arkansas is sponsoring its 10th Annual Hay Day on Thursday, October 25, 2007.  Activities include

  • hay rides
  • games
  • pumpkin alley & auction
  • autumm photos
  • costume parade

Live music will be provided by Ultra Suede and Crossfire.  Events also include a Razorback pep rally featuring the cheer squad and hog mascots.

  • What:  Hay Day
  • When:  Thursday, October 25, 2007 from 6-9pm
  • Where:  4055 South Old Missouri Road, Springdale (access parking via Ivey Road)

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Reoccuring Events 

Public Hours at the Community Imagination Studio

October 22, 2007 | Leave a Comment

YouthCAN!’s Community Imagination Studio offers public studio hours every Saturday from 10am-4pm where the studio opens its doors to all ages to use the studio space and art supplies to paint, draw, make collages, or get creative with clay. 

A staff artist will be on hand to help guide you. Cost is $5 per participant.  The Community Imagination Studio is located at 818 N. Sang Ave. in Fayetteville. 

For more information about this program or other offerings such as birthday parties or Mommy and Me art classes, please visit http://www.communityimaginationstudio.org/ or contact Alison Carter at alison@artexplosions.org.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Indoor Activities 

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