August 2009

While she may be cool and calm as she prepares for the opening of a new museum at the University of Arkansas, the little girl in Lynne Hehr is jumping up and down with excitement. Hehr’s stock in trade is hands-on learning in science and math, and the new museum, the University of Arkansas Discovery [...]

Preschool Story Time on Friday, August 28 from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m. at Crystal Bridges at the Massey in Bentonville Free preschool drop-in program – no registration. Best for children 3 – 5 years old and their caregivers.  Presented right in the gallery at Crystal Bridges at the Massey, children will enjoy wonderful books featuring [...]

Frisco Festival is just around the corner and deadlines for festival competitions are near.  The festival is scheduled for Aug. 28 and 29 in Historic Downtown Rogers. Applications for the various competitions can be found at www.friscofestival.com or by calling at 479-936-5487. Here are a few deadlines that are specifically kid related: Youth Talent Contest: [...]

Bring your lawn chairs, blankets, coolers and a canned good for entry (for the NWA Food Bank) for an afternoon of fun activities for the whole family to “Kick-Off” the 2009 Razorback football season. Free Concert by “Big Uns” throughout the afternoon Food/Drinks (All Afternoon) Bring your own or purchase food, drinks andtreats from our numerous [...]