Candy Cane Lane Holiday Market

November 5, 2008 | Leave a Comment

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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).

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Reoccuring Events 

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. 

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog 

Trunk or Treat at Trinity United Methodist in Fayetteville

October 30, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Looking for a safe alternative to Halloween?

Visit Trinity United Methodist on the corner of Sycamore & Garland in Fayetteville, AR
Friday Oct. 31st  5-8 p.m.
 
For more information  please call Tracy at  479-575-9500

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Halloween 

Reader Tip: Halloween Carnival at the Pontiac Coffee House

October 30, 2008 | Leave a Comment

From Life+Kids reader Kimberly . . .

Pontiac Church along with Pontiac Coffee House and War Eagle Camp are hosting a FREE Halloween Carnival Friday night from 6-8pm at Pontiac Coffee House in Springdale.  This is a family friendly event and everyone is welcome.  There will be lots of activities for the entire family

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Halloween 

Gail’s Story on NWA Motherlode

October 30, 2008 | Leave a Comment

A dear friend of mine, Gail Halleck, and her fight against breast cancer are the subject of an inspiring story on NWA Motherlode today.  Check it out (link).

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog 

First Friday Celebration in Downtown Bentonville

October 29, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Start with four months of First Friday momentum, season with the anticipation of the Square Enhancement Project completion, add a dash of new programming and you get a hearty dish of fun!
 
Beginning at 5:00 pm on November 7th, one of the biggest parties in Downtown Bentonville will be launched!
 
MUSIC
The Jack Mitchell Big Band, original bluegrass with Three Penny Acre, Ron Pennington and Roby Pantall Jazz and the McCleod Jazz Deo
 
ART
“Hip to Be Square” party featuring Josef Albers Formulation:Articulation show at Crystal Bridges at The Massey, Gallery 114 opening featuring Billy Hicks, and handcrafted pottery, jewelry and artisan silks on the Square
 
DANCE
The return of Bentonville’s 5-6-7-8 Dance Troupe and all the swing dancing you want to move your feet to with The Jack Mitchell Big Band
 
FOOD
The newly opened Table Mesa Bistro, NWACC Culinary Program homemade brats, The Station Café, Hot Dog Alley, Carsten Festival Foods, Java on the Square, Rosatti’s Pizza, New Orleans Good Eats, Sawlty Kernal, Catering Concepts, Cold Stone Creamery, Blackboards/Basil’s and more local restaurants serving up fantastic cuisine!
 
SHOPPING
B La Rue’s handcrafted gifts and free chair massages by Horizon Health Center, the 60th Anniversary of Overstreet’s Jewelry, the Grand Opening of Simply Spoiled, For Me and My House/Art Accents, Sew-A-Stitch, and handcrafted sauces and cooking oils, along with multiple crafter booths on the square.
 
ARVEST KIDS CORNER
Including Party Time Pony rides, Strike - The Northwest Arkansas Natural mascot and his pitching machine, Batter Up! Indoor Batting Cages pitch clock and hitting tee, Amberg Entertainment Bounce House, and specials at Blaster Lazer Tag along with School Squared games, free craft projects and more!!!

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog 

Reader Recommendation: Dickey Farms Pumpkin Patch

October 28, 2008 | 1 Comment

From a savvy Life+Kids reader.  Thanks for the tip!

I found a great pumpkin patch this weekend that is located on the 412 just west of Tontitown. It is called Dickey’s Farms & is much closer to the folks of Washington County than the one in Pea Ridge. My little ones had great fun picking their own pumpkin that was still growing on the vine.
 
Directions:
Take 412 west toward Siloam Springs. Just after Tontitown, the road divides into a divided highway. Just as it divides there is a road on the left called Musteen. Turn south (left) and follow the dirt road for about 1 mile until it dead ends. Turn right and there is the farm and pumpkin patch. Good prices & lots of fun. Plenty of photo opportunities too!
 
Dickey Farms
Oct 1-Nov 15
14306 Wildcat Creek Rd
Springdale, AR 72762
479-361-9975
ddickey@esagelink.com

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Halloween 

We Have a Winner!

October 27, 2008 | 1 Comment

Congratulations to the Curiels and the Colemans!  These families both won a pair of tickets to Jason & the Argonauts at the Walton Arts Center this Wednesday, October 29.  

$8 Tickets are still available for the show.  Just go to www.waltonartscenter.org to purchase tickets.
 
I am taking my boys to the Family Workshop before the show (link).  It is only $5 per person and will be lots of fun.  Kassie M. from Tricycle Theatre is leading the workshop and she’s amazing. 
 
Thanks for reading Life+Kids!

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog 

This Week at the Springdale Public Library

October 25, 2008 | Leave a Comment

PRE-SCHOOL STORY TIME

It’s Fall Again for pre-schoolers ages 3 to 5 at the Springdale Public Library on Tuesdays at 9:30 a.m., 11:00 a.m. and 4:00 p.m. and on Wednesdays at 9:30 and 11:00 a.m.  Pre-school story time gives children and their caregivers the opportunity to enjoy books, songs, puppets, fingerplays, and a simple craft project.

On Tuesday and Wednesday, October 28 and 29, children will learn all about clever critters!  After reading the book Critter Sitters by Jacqueline Sweeney and singing the song Bats are Sleeping, Bats are Sleeping, children will make an upside down bat craft to take home.

SCHOOL-AGE PROGRAM
 
School age children will explore the Wonderful World of Animals at the Springdale Public Library on Tuesdays, 4:00 – 5:00 p.m.  These fun-filled programs feature stories, songs, activities, and crafts.  Children of all abilities are welcome!
 
On Tuesday, October 28, kids will learn that it’s a zoo out there!  After reading the book Never. EVER Shout in a Zoo by Karma Wilson and playing the “Zoo Hunt” game, children will make a zebra craft to take home.
 
LAP SIT and TODDLER TIME
 
Lap Sit at the Springdale Public Library, a program designed for babies who are not yet walking and their caregivers, is held on Wednesdays at 9:30 a.m. 
 
Toddler Time, for children who are walking through age 3, is held on Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m.  
 
FRACTURED FAIRY TALES FOR KIDS
 
Enjoy fairy tales about mixed-up stories at the Springdale Public Library on Saturday, November 1, 11:00 a.m. until noon.  Funny versions of traditional stories, like Dusty Locks and the Three Bears by Susan Lowell and The Little Red Hen Makes a Pizza by Philemon Sturges will be featured along with fairy tale games and fairy tale pizza to eat! 
 
This program is free and registration is not required. 

For more information, call 479-750-8180 or go to www.springdalelibrary.org.  

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog 

Haunted Physics Lab at the University of Arkansas

October 24, 2008 | Leave a Comment

Sorry for the late notice, but this is one of those “it’s great to live in a University town” kind of events.  My family attended last year and my boys had a blast!

The physics students create a haunted lab and show kids lots of cool experiments, including liquid nitrogen ice cream and lasers.  It’s FREE, educational and lots of fun!  Kids can wear their costumes.  Download the hauntedlab.pdf flyer with more information here.

  • What:  Haunted Lab
  • When: Saturday, October 25th and Sunday, October 26th from 6-9pm
  • Where:  University of Arkansas Physics Building (on Dickson Street at Duncan Avenue)

Note:  the Razorbacks are playing at home at 6pm on Saturday, so Sunday may be an easier time traffic-wise to go.

Posted by Terri Chadick | Filed Under Blog, Halloween 

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