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Frog and Toad is Feb. 19, Not the 9th

January 30, 2008 | Leave a Comment

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Frog and Toad is showing at the Walton Arts Center on February 19, not the 9th.  I have updated my post.  Sorry for the confusion, and thanks Evan!

Also, I wanted to be sure you saw Kassie’s comment on the show:

This is the production that was up for a Tony for Best Musical a few years back. That same year - The Children’s Theatre Company of Minneapolis - the theatre that produced Frog and Toad and then sent it to Broadway - won a Tony Award for Best Regional Theatre. It was the first time a professional theatre for young audiences won a Tony Award!

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Past Events 

Quick Giveaway! 4 Free tickets to Addy at the Walton Arts Center

January 29, 2008 | 4 Comments

I have 4 FREE tickets to Addy: An American Girl Story to give away to one lucky Life+Kids reader.  The show is this Sunday, February 3 at 2pm.  If your daughter (or granddaughter, or niece . . .) is into American Girl dolls, she will love you for this.

How do you enter?  It’s easy.  Leave a comment (any comment) on this post or email me at terri@lifepluskids with “Addy” in the subject line. 

You can increase your chances of winning by telling your friends about Life+Kids and copying me on the email (terri@lifepluskids.com).  Your name will be entered once for each friend you email about Life+Kids.

Entries must be received by noon on Friday, February 1, 2007.  The giveaway will be held later that day. 

Thanks for reading Life+Kids — I hope you enjoy the Giveaway!

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Giveaways 

Frog and Toad at the Walton Arts Center

January 28, 2008 | 2 Comments

On Tuesday, February 19, Frog and Toad are coming to the Walton Arts Center.  Best for ages 5-11.  Tickets $8-$15.  My boys have loved reading Frog and Toad.  In fact, my oldest would have been Frog on book character day at school if only his mother had the creativity (and the advance preparation) to create a Frog costume!Arnold Lobel’s beloved characters hop from the page to the stage in Robert and Wille Reale’s musical A Year with Frog & Toad. Developed by Mr. Lobel’s daughter, Adrianne Lobel, the stage musical remains true to the spirit of the original stories as it follows two great friends, the cheerful and popular Frog and the rather grumpy Toad, through four fun-filled seasons. Waking from hibernation in the spring, they proceed to plant gardens, swim, rake leaves and go sledding, learning life lessons along the way, including a most important one about friendship and rejoicing the things that make each of us different and special.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Past Events 

Guy Davis Family Blues Show at the Walton Arts Center

January 28, 2008 | Leave a Comment

On Friday, February 8, Guy Davis is including a Family Blues Show during his time at the WAC.  I love the idea of exposing kids to various forms of music, including the blues.  Tickets to this show are limited, so call for availability.  Best for ages 8 and up.  Tickets $14 adults, $9 kids.

As seen on Nickelodeon’s Jack’s Big Music Show, musician Guy Davis engages kids of all ages in the rich history and sound of the blues. Davis, who performs on guitars, banjo and harmonica, sings a blues Journey through the southern regions of the United States, explaining the differences in the Mississippi Delta and Piedmont styles. Learn how the stories and music of the blues are an extension of the African-American oral tradition with deep connections to the history of Arkansas.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Past Events 

Addy: An American Girl Story at the Walton Arts Center

January 28, 2008 | 2 Comments

Addy: An American Girl Story will be at the Walton Arts Center on Sunday, February 3, 2008  If your child loves the American Girl series, this show is a must see.  Best for ages 8-12.  Tickets $14-$22.Addy Walker is a hopeful 9-year-old girl growing up in slavery during the Civil War. Her life changes forever the day Poppa and her brother, Sam, are sold from their North Carolina plantation. Addy and her mother realize they must take the terrible risk to run before they lose each other, too. Building a new life in freedom isn’t easy, but Addy and Momma hold fast to their dream of having their whole family together again. Based on the Addy books by Connie Porter and written by playwright Cheryl L. West, this production brings to life an American Girl classic.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Past Events 

January 27, 2008 | 1 Comment

Once Upon a ChildThis Fayetteville favorite is always full of gently used children’s clothes (often including Polo, Gap, Guess, Old Navy etc.) at discount prices. Once Upon a Child is also a great place to find new and used toys, books and equipment such as strollers and swings.  Read more

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Clothing, Featured Clothing Stores 

3 Monkeys in Fayetteville and Rogers

January 27, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Why we like it - this shop is a favorite of savvy shoppers in Northwest Arkansas who believe kids deserve fashion too.  As you might expect, the prices reflect the high end clothing lines.  But it’s okay to splurge on items that cute, right?

Locations

19 South Block Avenue, Fayetteville, AR 72701; phone (479)442-9984 

3201 Market Street, Rogers, AR 72758; phone (479)271-0701

The 3 Monkeys Fayetteville location is on the West side of the Square in downtown Fayetteville.  From College Avenue, go West at the Dickson Street stoplight, then take a Left onto Block Street, continuing to the Fayetteville Square.  3 Monkeys will be on your right, between Center and Mountain Streets, on the same block as the Fayetteville Visitor’s Center and the KNWA newsroom.

The 3 Monkeys Rogers location is in the Shoppes at Pinnacle Hills.  From I-540, take the Pinnacle Hills Exit (Exit 83).  The Shoppes at Pinnacle Hills are located on the West of I-540, just before you get to the Embassy Suites hotel.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Clothing, More Clothing Stores 

Bella Jack’s in Fayetteville

January 27, 2008 | Comments Off

why we like it - This high end boutique is the place to find fun, funky designer clothes for children in Northwest Arkansas. 

Location

3660 N Front Street, Fayetteville, AR 72703; phone (479)444-8767

Bella Jack’s is located on the East side of Hwy 71 (North College Avenue) in Fayetteville, just South of Joyce Blvd.  From College Avenue, go East at the Millsap Road redlight then take a quick Left onto North Front Street.  Bella Jack’s will be on your Right, just past Panera Bread.  The Copper Pig and Ebeez are located in the same shopping center as Bella Jack’s.  Click here for a map.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Clothing, More Clothing Stores 

By Request in Fayetteville

January 27, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Why we like it - While it is better known as a high end clothing store for women, By Request also carries adorable couture fashion for little girls.

Location

24 East Meadow Street, Fayetteville AR 72701; phone (479)442-7525

By Request is located just off the downtown Square in Fayetteville, to the North of the Cosmopolitan Hotel (Meadow Street runs between the Cosmopolitan and By Request).  From Hwy 71 (College Ave.), head West at the Meadow Street stoplight (two blocks South of Dickson Street) and you will see By Request on your Right.  Click here for a map.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Clothing, More Clothing Stores 

The Children’s Place in Fayetteville and Rogers

January 27, 2008 | Leave a Comment

why we like it — This national chain offers children’s clothes in bright, classic colors and styles at very good prices — especially when on sale. 

Locations

Northwest Arkansas Mall, Fayetteville, AR; phone 479-442-9420

The Children’s Place’s Fayetteville location is in the Northwest Arkansas Mall.  The Mall is located on North College Avenue.  From I-540, Take Exit 67, the Hwy 71B Exit.  Go through the light at Joyce Blvd. and you will see the Mall on your Left.  Click here for a map.

Pinnacle Hills Promenade, Rogers, AR; phone 479-986-8918

Directions: 

  • From Fayetteville: Take I-540 to Rogers to the Pinnacle Hills Promenade exit (Exit 82). Turn right onto Park Place Drive. You will see the Promenade.
  • From Bentonville: Take I-540 to Rogers to the New Hope Road exit (Exit 83). Turn left onto New Hope Road. Turn right on Bellview Road or Promenade Blvd. You will see the Promenade

Click here for a map.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Clothing, More Clothing Stores 

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