A Christmas Carol Giveaway! 4 Free Tickets!
November 30, 2008 | 7 Comments
If you're new here, sign up for your free daily email about all things kid related in Northwest Arkansas. Click here to subscribe to Life+Kids by Email. Thanks for visiting!
Looking to rediscover your Christmas spirit? Watch the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future lead the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge on a classic journey of remembrance and redemption in A Christmas Carol at the Walton Arts Center this weekend (December 5-7, 2008). Click here for tickets and more information.
Back to the Giveaway – one lucky Life+Kids reader will win 4 tickets and concession coupons for the show!
How do you enter the drawing for the free tickets and concession coupons? It’s easy. Leave a comment (any comment) on this post or email me at terri@lifepluskids.com with “Christmas Carol” in the subject line.
You can increase your chances of winning by emailing your friends to let them know about Life+Kids and copying me on the email (terri@lifepluskids.com). Your name will be entered in the drawing once for each friend you email about Life+Kids.
Entries must be received by noon on Wednesday, December 3, 2008. The winner will be announced later that day.
Thanks for reading Life+Kids — I hope you enjoy the Giveaway!
Breakfast with Santa at the Northwest Arkansas Mall
November 30, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Looking for a chance to have fun and do good at the same time? Your family can have breakfast with Santa, make reindeer food, write a letter to Santa, and have their face painted — best of all, proceeds benefit the Arkansas Childrens’ Hospital! Here are the details:
- What: Breakfast with Santa
- When: Saturday, December 13, 2008 from 8-10am
- Where: Garcia’s Mexican Restaurant in the Northwest Arkansas Mall
- Cost: $5 in advance, $8 day of the event
- Tickets: to purchase tickets, go to the Guest Services Desk at the Northwest Arkansas Mall or email Shannon_Langston@cox.net or call 479-442-1697.
Children’s Christmas Train Departs from Springdale
November 24, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Take a take a train ride with Santa on the Children’s Christmas Train, December 6th, 2008 departing from the Arkansas Missouri Railroad Station in Springdale. Proceeds benefit child-centered organizations in Northwest Arkansas. Click here for a pdf flyer about the Christmas Train.
Christmas Parade in Bentonville
November 24, 2008 | 1 Comment
Downtown Bentonville is hosting its annual Christmas Parade on December 6, 2008 at 11am. This parade is nice for the littlest ones, as it takes place during the day. Click here for more information about the Bentonville Christmas Parade.
Holiday Pet Parade in Fayetteville
November 24, 2008 | Leave a Comment
The Lights of the Ozarks in Fayetteville is hosting a Holiday Pet Parade on December 5, 2008 at 6pm on the Square in downtown Fayetteville.
I know any child would love to walk their family pet in the parade. To do so, you must register by December 1 and pay a $10 registration fee. Click here to go to the Lights of the Ozarks webpage and download the pet parade application.
Breakfast with Santa at the Arts Center of the Ozarks
November 23, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Your child can have Breakfast with Santa and have their picture made too at the Arts Center of the Ozarks in Springdale on Saturday, December 6, 2008. Adults $5, Children $15. Click here to learn more and purchase your tickets to Breakfast with Santa.
Community Christmas Parade in Rogers
November 23, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Main Street Rogers will host its Community Christmas Parade on December 1, 2008 beginning at 7pm. Click here for more information about the Rogers Community Christmas Parade.
Christmas Parade of the Ozarks in Springdale
November 23, 2008 | Leave a Comment
The Rodeo of the Ozarks will host the 12th Annual Christmas Parade of the Ozarks in Springdale on Saturday, November 29, 2008 beginning at 6pm. This year’s theme is A Cartoon ‘N Christmas. Click here for more information about the Christmas Parade of the Ozarks.
Bob the Builder at the Walton Arts Center
November 22, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Bob the Builder Live! at the Walton Arts Center
Sunday, Feb. 15, 2pm & 5pm
Tickets start at: $18
Be among the first to get your tickets to Bob the Builder Live! Spud’s Big Mess. Tickets are on sale now!
Click here to buy, or call the Walton Arts Center Box Office at 479-443-5600.
Come see Bob the Builder and his team embark in a brand new adventure! “Spud’s Big Mess” features all of your favorite characters in a fun-packed show set in the heart of Sunflower Valley. Join Bob, Wendy, Scoop, Lofty, Dizzy, Scrambler and the rest of the gang in fantastic songs and an exciting adventure as they have to deal with Spud’s mischievous antics, as well as some monster surprises along the way!
Bob and his team – even Farmer Pickles, Pilchard and Bird - work together to save Sunflower Valley from Spud’s old tricks! And this time, the friends pull together to build the first ever Sunflower Valley recycling plant and wind farm!
Based on the popular international television show sensation, Bob the Builder Live! is guaranteed to delight, educate and entertain!
A Christmas Carol High School
November 20, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Arts Live Theatre is presenting A Christmas Carol High School December 12-14, 2008 at the UofA Continuing Education Auditorium on the Fayetteville Square.
The classic story of “A Christmas Carol” is given a modern twist and set at West End High School where the campus “Scrooge” is the meanest, nastiest girl in school! A funny, witty and touching script, Christmas Carol High School is the perfect holiday event!
Click here for tickets and more information about a Christmas Carol High School.
The Best Christmas Pageant Ever at the ACO
November 20, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Many families, I’m sure, participate in very refined holiday rituals. But one of my family’s favorite traditions is the reading of The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
If you kids like the book, they will love the play. You can see the Best Christmas Pageant Ever at the Arts Center of the Ozarks in Springdale December 12-14.
I also found this online teachers guide with questions and activities related to the book.
I Hope your family enjoys this classic as much as mine does!
- What: The Best Christmas Pageant Ever
- When: Friday Dec. 12 through Sunday, Dec. 14, 2008
- Where: The Arts Center of the Ozarks in Springdale
- Cost: $8-$16 dollars per ticket
The Nutcracker Ballet at the Arend Arts Center
November 20, 2008 | Leave a Comment
What would Christmas be without the Nutcracker? This year marks Classical Youth Ballet of Northwest Arkansas’ fifth annual production of the timeless Christmas fantasy of Clara and her journey to the “Land of Sweets.” The performance will include both professional and amateur dancers.
- What: The Nutcracker
- When: Saturday, Dec. 13th and Sunday, December 14th
- Where: Arend Arts Center on the Bentonville High School campus
- Cost: Tickets to the performance range from $7 to $22 and are available to order online or by calling (479) 464-0150.
A Christmas Carol at the Walton Arts Center
November 19, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Start a new family tradition with the University Theatre’s production of Charles Dickens’ A Christmas Carol, directed by Micheal Landman. Rediscover your Christmas spirit as the ghosts of Christmas Past, Present and Future lead the miserly Ebenezer Scrooge on a classic journey of rememberance and redemption.
Friday, December 5-Sunday December 7, 2008. Tickets $14-$22. Click here for more information and to buy tickets to a Christmas Carol.
Lighting of the Bentonville Square
November 19, 2008 | Leave a Comment
The lighting of the Bentonville Square will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2008 from 5-7pm. This is part of Bentonville’s Winter Wonderland celebration.
Lights of the Ozarks on the Fayetteville Square
November 18, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Downtown Fayetteville is turned into a sparkling wonderland each season through the Lights of the Ozarks. The Light the Night event will be held on Saturday, November 22, 2008 at 6:15pm with the theme “Rocking in a Green Wonderland.”
There’s a Mouse in Headquarters House!
November 18, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Especially for preschoolers, grade-schoolers and the young at heart . . .
Holiday Headquarters House Mouse Museum tour conducted by Heritage School students of the Washington County Historical Society.
- 100 piece mouse collection
- Father Christmas
- Holiday traditions through photos and antique dolls
The tour is Saturday, December 13, 2008 at 10am; cost is $5 per child (must be accompanied by an adult)
Reservations Required: Historical Society 479.521.2970 or DeeDee Lamb 479.409.9654
The Headquarters House is located at 118 East Dickson Street in Fayetteville. The house was built in 1853 and The Battle of Fayetteville was fought on its front lawn during the Civil War (link).
Bongo & Jack’s Ice Cream Factory
November 18, 2008 | Leave a Comment
On Sat., Nov. 22, the Students In Free Enterprise (SIFE) at the University of Arkansas will present Bongo & Jack’s Ice Cream Factory, a one-day program designed to teach children, grades 6-8, the basic concept of supply and demand. This is done by teaching the students about global ice cream production.
Bongo & Jack’s Ice Cream Factory will be held on the University of Arkansas campus in the Sam M. Walton College of Business – Business Building, room 116. The program runs from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Registration will be from 8:30-9 a.m. Advance registration requested (see below).
This is a fun opportunity to learn about business through interactive classes and an ice cream creation competition. Students will also make team presentations showing off their fabulous ice cream creations, further enhancing their speaking and presentation skills.
Parents are welcome to come and support their children during their presentations. T-shirts, lunch and snacks will be provided throughout the day.
Admission is $15 per student to offset cost of production.
SIFE is a global, non-profit organization active on more than 1,800 university campuses in over 40 countries. SIFE offers students the opportunity to develop leadership, teamwork and communication skills through learning, practicing and teaching principles of free enterprise, thereby improving the standard of living for millions in the process. For more information visit http://sife.uark.edu on the Web.
Advanced registration is requested via e-mail to:
- Katie Sanders
- SIFE Bongo & Jack’s Project Leader
- University of Arkansas
- Phone: 501.519.5187
- E-mail: kls20@uark.edu
Breakfast with Santa at Courtyard Marriott
November 16, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Instead of waiting in a long line to see Santa, why not enjoy a hot breakfast with Santa and your kids –that you don’t have to cook! The Courtyard Marriott in Fayetteville (near Target, Old Navy, etc.) is hosting Breakfast with Santa on Saturday December 6, 2008 from 8-10am.
Children can enjoy “Breakfast with Santa” and whisper their wishes while making lasting memories. Admission is $5.00 per child; $8.00 per adult and includes a hot breakfast buffet and exclusive photo opportunities with Santa.
Limited seating is available and reservations must be made by December 1st. To make your reservations, please call 479-571-4900.
Welcome to Rhonda- a New Member of the Life+Kids Team
November 13, 2008 | Leave a Comment
I would like to introduce Rhonda Crone, a new member of the Life+Kids team. Rhonda will be helping me out with posting now and then, but her main focus will be taking care of the wonderful sponsors of Life+Kids.
If you have a business that Life+Kids readers should know about, please contact Rhonda at rhonda@lifepluskids.com. Our sponsorship rates are reasonable, and we greatly appreciate the support!
Studio Saturday at the Community Imagination Studio
November 13, 2008 | Leave a Comment
All of Northwest Arkansas is invited to Saturday Studio Hours every week from 10am-4pm at the Community Imagination Studio, 818 N. Sang Ave. in Fayetteville.
On Saturday, November 13 you can get Wacky for the WAC again! The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Eric Carle Favourites Show is coming up at the Walton Arts Center – so on this Studio Saturday, you’ll make caterpillar hats and talk about the book! Also, come in and work on your family’s 1st Night Sculpture or just make some paintings!
Cost is $5 for adults and children. $10 to work with clay. Free to parents of participating children.
For more information about this program, please visit http://www.communityimaginationstudio.org/ or contact Alison Carter at alison@communityimaginationstudio.org or call 479-442-8585.
Parent’s Day Out at the Rolling Hills Baptist Church
November 13, 2008 | Leave a Comment
The Rolling Hills Baptist Church in Fayetteville is offering a Parents’ Day Out on Saturday, November 29, from 10am-1 pm. Cost is $4 per child or $10 per family and includes lunch for your kids — what a bargain!
I have been assured that you do not have to be a member of the church — no proselytizing, just great fun and a good meal for the kids.
Check out the comments on my previous post from other Life+Kids readers who have used the Parents’ Day Out (link).
As always, scholarships are readily available and can be made by calling the church office at 521-2660.
Quick Reminder: NWA Boutique Show in Fayetteville
November 13, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Just a quick reminder about the NWA Boutique Show this Saturday See you there!
Get a head start on your holiday shopping at the NWA Boutique Show on Saturday, November 15, 2008 from 9am-5pm at the Sequoyah Methodist Church on Old Wire Road in Fayetteville.
The show will highlight over 25 local vendors (several are Life+Kids readers!). Click on the Show’s website for a sneak peek of what to expect! (link)
Free Birthday Hotspots, Anyone?
November 12, 2008 | 9 Comments
Calling all NWA Parents, a Fayetteville mom is desperately seeking help!
Every year, my daughter’s birthday is the week of Thanksgiving - last year it fell ON Thanksgiving - and this makes it difficult to decide when to have the party, and the dreary November weather makes it hard to find a great (and super cheap) location.
We had the first three at home, but now that there are about 15 kids+their parents invited, we’d rather do it someplace with a little more open space. Last year I booked a gazebo at Wilson Park, and cancelled due to weather. Being in Fayetteville and most of the invitees being here, we’d of course prefer Fayetteville, but Springdale-Rogers isn’t too far of a drive to ask if the party is good!
Any suggestions out there? I have precisely 10 TEN days to decide and get out invites!!!
Desperately Yours,
RhoRho
The Life+Kids Holiday Guide is Here!
November 10, 2008 | Leave a Comment
I have just launched the Life+Kids Guide to the Holidays in Northwest Arkansas. While I will still post about individual holiday events on the Life+Kids blog, I thought it would be nice to have an overview all in one place.
I hope you enjoy the guide! Click here to go to the Life+Kids Guide to the Holidays in Northwest Arkansas.
The Very Hungry Caterpillar at the Walton Arts Center
November 7, 2008 | Leave a Comment
The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Eric Carle Favourites will be crawling across the stage of the Walton Arts Center November 22 at 11 a.m. Tickets are limited, so you better hurry!
Come enjoy an afternoon of family fun as several favorite Eric Carle children’s books come to life. The triple-bill includes the wonderful story of The Very Hungry Caterpillar’s metamorphosis into a beautiful butterfly; the fanciful account of Little Cloud’s travels through the sky, and the Mixed-up Chameleon’s discovery of his own unique nature.
Tickets for The Very Hungry Caterpillar and Other Eric Carle Favourites range from $10-$16 and can be purchased by calling the Walton Arts Center Box Office at 479.443.5600 or by visiting www.waltonartscenter.org.
Light for the Way Adoption Conference
November 7, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Grace Haven Ministires is hosting the 2nd annual “Light for the Way” adoption conference.
Derek Loux from IHOP (International House of Prayer) will be kicking off the conference with a free concert on Friday November 14th at 7:00p.m. at the Bentonville Church of the Nazarene. The conference will begin at 9:00 a.m. Saturday November 15th.
You can download a brochure with more information, including a registration form and schedule for the day on the Events page of the Grace Haven Ministries website, www.Gracehavenhome.com.
Coming Soon! The Life+Kids Holiday Guide
November 6, 2008 | Leave a Comment
I am in the process of creating the Life+Kids Holiday Guide with event listings and other fun holiday activities, but I need your help.
Please comment on this post or email me at terri@lifepluskids.com with your favorite local holiday activities and traditions. Here are some ideas to get you started:
- Where is the best place to get your child’s picture with Santa?
- What neighborhoods have the best Christmas lights?
- Where does your family go every year to get in the holiday spirit?
- Where are your favorite places to shop for holiday gifts?
- Where can you find the best Christmas trees?
Also, if you are involved with an organization that is planning a kid friendly holiday related event, please be sure to let me know (via email terri@lifepluskids.com) so I can add it to the Life+Kids event listings.
Thanks so much for your help and for reading Life+Kids!
Rexy’s Jurassic Birthday at the Bentonville Library
November 6, 2008 | Leave a Comment
The Bentonville Public Library and The Children’s Museum of Northwest Arkansas invite families to a fun-filled day of dinosaur activities at the Bentonville Public Library on Saturday, November 15 from 10:00 a.m. until 4:00 p.m.
Inspired by Rexy, the half size replica of a Tyrannosaurus Rex who dwells in the Library’s main hall, the events of the day include “Reading Rocks” storytimes with guest readers, Cave Art, Fossil Finds, DinoRama Sand Stories, Cap-o-saurus Puppet-making Project, Ancient Artifacts and Dino Drama with Tricycle Theater for Youth.
Arvest Bank will provide a dino dog lunch for the first 300 hungry children. The celebration will end with a Dino Parade and Birthday Cake.
This event is sponsored by the Bentonville Public Library Foundation and the Children’s Museum of Northwest Arkansas. For more information, contact the Bentonville Children’s Library at 271-6816 or for volunteering information email hollyhook@nwachildrensmuseum.org .
Frustration Free Packaging from Amazon.com
November 5, 2008 | Leave a Comment
Finally, someone is feeling my “wrap rage” pain, and doing something about it.
Amazon.com is launching a Frustration Free Packaging
It looks like they only have 10 products so far, but those include Imaginext, Matchbox, Barbie, Batman and Polly Pocket.
So, if any of those products are on your Christmas list, GO BUY THEM with Frustration Free Packaging
Candy Cane Lane Holiday Market
November 5, 2008 | Leave a Comment
I love holiday markets. They provide an amazing number of gift choices all in one place. And, the festive atmosphere always gets me in the holiday spirit. The Junior Auxiliary of Rogers-Bentonville’s Candy Cane Lane Holiday Market will be no exception.
The $5 tickets for Candy Cane Lane can be purchased in advance at B. LaRue (Bentonville), Kate Austin Jewelry & Gifts (Rogers), Poor Richards Art (Rogers). Tickets will also be sold at the door. Children under 12 are free.
- What: Candy Cane Lane Holiday Market
- When: Nov. 13-15 — Thurs. noon-8pm, Fri. 9am-8pm, Sat. 9am-4pm
- Where: Clarion Hotel and Convention Center, 211 SE Walton Blvd., Bentonville
- Cost: $5.00.
- More Info: Junior Auxiliary website (link).
Family Photos by Allison Rupp of Photo Alli
November 4, 2008 | Leave a Comment
We did it!! We finally had a family photo shoot with Allison Rupp of photoalli.com! I know you probably have photos taken every year, and are surrounded by beautiful memories of your family. Not us.
I have always been intimidated by the idea. How could I ever get all four of us dressed “fancy” — as my 6 year old would say – and to the location with smiles on on our faces? (I didn’t.)
My six year old refused to wear anything but bright blue Under Armour and bright white tennis shoes with his brown corduroys. Both boys had stains on their faces despite much scrubbing. No one was speaking to anyone civilly by the time we got to the lawn of Old Main (15 minutes late). But it didn’t matter.
The pictures Allison took reflect our family in all our fun and messiness. She took plenty of traditional shots of us together and separately. But, she also encouraged some fun shots in the trees and playing in the leaves. It is exactly what I wanted.
I’ll update you when we get to see our proofs (the ones she showed me from her camera were great). In the meantime, head over to Allison’s website, www.photoalli.com and view her amazing work.
We Love Our Sponsors!
New on Life+Kids
- 2008 Was a Very Good Year!
- Chinese New Year at the Fayetteville Public Library
- Youth Writing Workshop at the Fayetteville Public Library
- Wizard of Oz Storytime at the Fayetteville Public Library
- Help Me Brainstorm Summer Camp Options!
- Are Your Little Ones Going Stir Crazy? Try Tiny Poses Dance and Yoga for Kids in Bentonville
- Need Help Finding Childcare?
Life+Kids Guide to Kid Friendly NWA
More Sponsors!
Browse Posts by Month
- January 2009
- December 2008
- November 2008
- October 2008
- September 2008
- August 2008
- July 2008
- June 2008
- May 2008
- April 2008
- March 2008
- February 2008
- January 2008
- December 2007
- November 2007
- October 2007
- September 2007
- August 2007
- July 2007
- June 2007
- May 2007
- April 2007
- March 2007
- February 2007
- January 2007
Browse Posts by Category
- Best of 2007
- Blog
- Childcare Options
- Classes for Kids
- February 2009 Events
- Good Restaurants for Kids
- Healthy Kids
- Holidays
- Indoor Activities
- January 2009 Events
- Kids Parties
- Local Parenting or Kid Related Groups
- Online Shopping
- Outdoor Activities
- Photographers
- Shopping
- Shopping Guide
- Sports
- Spring Break
- Summer Camps
- The Frugal Life+Kids Week
- Weekend Get Aways
