NWA Kid's Directory January 2023 - Non-Profit Guide

Research tells us children learn best through play. It’s only natural that children are more open to learning when they are happy, and more likely to remember a fun experience.

Child care providers are your partners in preparing your child for kindergarten and a future bright with opportunity.

Give your child the best start in life with quality childhood educators that use story, dramatic play and hands-on experience to lead children to learning.

Reach for the stars – visit our website to find star-rated quality early childhood educators.

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UAMS Kids First

Creating a better state of health for young children with special needs

UAMS Kids First is looking for caring individuals to join our multidisciplinary team of early childhood professionals, assistants, therapists and nurses. Positions include Clinic Director, Child Development Technicians and

BENTONVILLE

PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 271-3192 www.bentonvillelibrary.org

BELLA VISTA

PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 855-1753 www.bvpl.org

FAYETTEVILLE

PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 856-7000 www.faylib.org

ROGERS PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 621-1152 www.rogerspubliclibrary.org

SPRINGDALE

PUBLIC LIBRARY (479) 750-8180 www.springdalelibrary.org

Walton Arts CenterBaum Walker Hall Tootsie Fayetteville | 2pm

This love letter to the theater tells the story of Michael Dorsey, a talented but difficult actor who struggles to find work until one show-stopping act of desperation lands him the role of a lifetime. Recommended for ages 13+.

Bud Walton Arena

Arkansas Razorbacks Women's Basketball vs. Ole Miss Fayetteville | 4pm

Come watch the ladies take on Ole Miss in SEC play.

Bud Walton Arena

Arkansas Razorbacks Women's Basketball vs. Vanderbilt Commodores Fayetteville | 6pm

Come watch the ladies take on Vanderbilt in SEC play.

Fayetteville Public LibrarySchmieding Foundation Teen Project Room

WordPlay Writers' Club

(Grades 4 - 12)

Fayetteville | 4:30pm - 5:30pm This club provides a weekly meeting place for young authors who are interested in honing their creative writing skills.

National Pie Day

Grab a slice if your favorite pie and enjoy!

Get a FREE Kid's Meal with purchase of any combo meal! See our coupon in the Kid's Eat Free Guide in this directory for details.

Rogers Public Library Family Storytime Rogers | 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Join Ms. Mayra for stories, Spanish vocabulary and crafts! All ages are welcome to this program that's fun for the whole family.

National Hot Chocolate Day Cozy up with a warm cup of cocoa and enjoy

Osage Park

Best Friends Animal Society Pack Hike

Bentonville | 10am - 11:30am

Bring your furry friend and join us for a group hike around beautiful Osage Park. Park in the Climb Bentonville Parking Lot, meet at the trail entrance at the south edge of the parking lot. Hikes usually take from 1 to 1.5 hours.

Bud Walton Arena

Arkansas Razorbacks Women's Basketball vs. Missouri Tigers Fayetteville | 2pm

Come watch the ladies take on Missouri in SEC play.

Amazeum

Junior Scout | Mechanical Engineering 3: Crane Design Challenge Bentonville | 6pm - 8pm

Girl Scout Badge Workshops are back and in person! Get ready to earn STEAM-focused Badges the Amazeum way! Pre-registration & Payment are required.

Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room Preschool Story Time

Fayetteville | 10am - 11am

Join FPL librarians for a fun Preschool story time with books, songs and a craft. Great for all ages 3-5years.

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Amazeum

Homeschool AdventuresWorld Traveler

Bentonville | 1:30pm - 3:30pm

Pack your bags and let’s go on an adventure! We’ll discover a different country's culture, music, and architecture each week.

Advanced registration and payment required.Visit amazeum.org for more information.

Amazeum

Priceless Nights

Bentonville | 4:30pm - 7:30pm Family time is priceless at the Amazeum on most Wednesdays during Priceless Nights. Thanks to the support of the Willard and Pat Walker Foundation admission to the museum is pay-as-you-wish.

Fayetteville Public LibraryWalmart Story Time Room

Baby Bookworms (Ages 0-24 months)

Fayetteville | 10am - 11am

Join Youth Services Librarians for rhymes, songs, bounces and a book.

Amazeum Partners in Play

Bentonville | 10am - 12pm Designed for children 6 and younger and their adult caregiver, Partners in Play Programs introduce children to science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) by activating their natural curiosity.

Bud Walton Arena

Arkansas Razorbacks Women's Basketball vs. Alabama

Fayetteville | 6pm

Come watch the ladies take on Alabama in SEC play.

Barnhill Arena

Arkansas Razorbacks Women's Gymnastics vs. LSU Fayetteville | 7:45pm

Come watch the Gymbacks take on LSU.

Bentonville History Museum Grand Opening

Bentonville | 1pm - 4pm

Join us as we celebrate all of the incredible moments in our towns history. Thank you to our community for supporting us on this journey. We look forward to having you here!

Wonders of Wildlife

Teen Night: Glow Night Springfield, MO | 6pm - 8pm

Join us for games, food, music, and more! For this event, we will learn all about bioluminescence! You will get to GLOW through the aquarium and find out why bioluminescence is so important to the animals that use it!

Amazeum

Make It Yourself: Homeschool | Printmaking

Bentonville | 1:30pm - 3:30pm

In the series, you will look at the history of printmaking and get hands-on experience with three different printmaking methods: screen printing, linocuts and stamping. Registration required.

Amazeum Partners in Play

Bentonville | 10am - 12pm

Designed for children 6 and younger and their adult caregiver, Partners in Play Programs introduce children to science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) by activating their natural curiosity.

National Pizza Day Order up your favorite slice and celebrate!

Barnhill Arena Arkansas Razorbacks Women's Gymnastics vs. Florida Fayetteville | 6:45pm Come watch the Gymbacks take on the Gators.

Bentonville Public LibraryChildren's Area Family Storytime

Bentonville | 11:15am - 12pm Books, songs, movement activities, and more! All ages welcome.

Join us for a morning of stories, songs, movement activities, and more. This program is designed to accommodate a range of ages, so bring the whole crew!

Amazeum Partners in Play Bentonville | 10am - 12pm Designed for children 6 and younger and their adult caregiver, Partners in Play Programs introduce children to science, technology, engineering, art and math (STEAM) by activating their natural curiosity.

Rogers Public Library

Creative Constructors Rogers | 2pm - 3pm Come to the Children’s Storytime Room for free play with Legos!

Amazeum Homeschool AdventuresMind Games

Bentonville | 10am - 12pm

Designed for children 6 - 11.Pack your bags and let’s go on an adventure! We’ll discover a different country's culture, music, and architecture each week. Advanced registration and payment required.

Peel Mansion Museum and Botanical Garden BPL in the Community - Family Storytime at Peel Mansion Bentonville | 10:30am - 11am Books, songs, movement activities, and more - with a historical twist! All ages welcome.

Bentonville Public LibraryChildren's Area Family Storytime

Bentonville | 11:15am - 12pm Books, songs, movement activities, and more! All ages welcome.

Join us for a morning of stories, songs, movement activities, and more. This program is designed to accommodate a range of ages, so bring the whole crew!

EAT FREE

EVERY DAY

BOAR’S NEST BBQ | ROGERS

One free kids meal with purchase of adult entrée. For kids ages 12 and under.

CATFISH HOLE | FAYETTEVILLE

Kids ages 4 & under eat free with adult purchase. Kid's meal is a one fish fillet or chicken fillet with fries and fixin's.

CHILI’S | ALL LOCATIONS

My Chili's Rewards members can receive free kids meal rewards offers that can be redeemed inrestaurant or online.

CICI’S PIZZA

FAYETTEVILLE & ROGERS

Every day, kids under 3 eat for 99¢ per adult entree purchase.

FRATELLI’S ITALIAN GRILL SPRINGDALE

Kids 7 and under eat free.

JJ’S GRILL | ALL LOCATIONS

EXCEPT FOR JJ’S ON THE LAKE

Kids 12 and under eat free, one per paid adult.

D I N I N G

Please keep in mind that some meals We recommend calling ahead if you

MONTE NE CHICKEN | MONTE NE

Kids under 5 eat free. Our famous Fried Chicken Meal is $6.95 for kids ages 4-8 and $9.95 for kids ages 9-12.

RON’S CHILI & HAMBURGERS BENTONVILLE

After 3pm, kids 12 and under eat free. One per paid adult.

SUBWAY | ALL LOCATIONS

Take advantage of the Family Takeout Special and get a free footlong when you buy two footlongs. Available on website and mobile app.

WHOLE

HOG CAFE

BENTONVILLE & FAYETTEVILLE

Kids under 12 eat free after 5pm with adult meal. One child per adult meal.

MONDAYS

BLISS CUPCAKE

FAYETTEVILLE

& ROGERS

From 10am to 9pm, kids 10 and under get a free mini cupcake or frosting shot with the purchase of a regular cupcake.

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U I D E

meals may require purchase. have questions or concerns.

BUFFALO WILD WINGS ALL LOCATIONS

$1.99 kids meal with adult meal purchase.

LAS PALMAS ROGERS & BENTONVILLE

After 5pm, kids 12 and under get a free kids meal. One per adult purchase.

MARIACHI’S IN NWA MALL

Kids 11 and under eat free from 5pm to close, one per paid adult.

MCALISTER'S DELI

One kid’s meal with purchase of adult meal, includes drink. From 5pm to close.

MOJITOS MODERN MEXICAN GRILL

$1.99 kids meal with adult meal purchase.

RIB CRIB

SPRINGDALE & SILOAM SPRINGS

Kids eat free after 4pm, two per paid adult.

TORCHY’S TACOS

From 3pm to 7pm, kids eat FREE with the purchase of an adult meal.

VILLAGE INN FAYETTEVILLE & BENTONVILLE

Free kids meal with paid adult entrée.

WAGON WHEEL COUNTRY CAFE SPRINGDALE

Kids eat free after 4pm, one per adult.

TUESDAYS

AQ CHICKEN | SPRINGDALE

After 4pm, up to two children (10 and under) eat free with purchase of one adult meal. Dine-in only, drink not included.

BEEF O’BRADY’S | BENTONVILLE $2.99 Kids Meals.

BIG WHISKEY’S

BENTONVILLE & FAYETTEVILLE

From 5pm to 9pm, kids 12 and under eat free with purchase of adult entree.

DENNY’S

From 4pm to 10pm, kids eat free. One per paid adult.

GOLDEN CORRAL | ROGERS

All kids meals are $1.99.

K I D ' S E A T F R E E

LA HUERTA | FAYETTEVILLE & SILOAM SPRINGS

Taco Tuesday: $1 tacos all day.

LOAFIN JOE’S

FAYETTEVILLE

& SPRINGDALE

After 4pm, kids 12 and under eat free. One per paid adult.

PRESSROOM

Kids 10 and under can eat for free after 5pm.

RED LOBSTER

One free kid’s meal with the purchase of each adult entree.

VILLAGE INN

FAYETTEVILLE

& BENTONVILLE

Free kids meal with paid adult entrée.

WALK-ONS SPORTS BISTREAUX

Kids eat free, all day.

WEDNESDAYS

NOODLES ITALIAN

Two kids meal per adult entree purchased.

RED ROBIN | ALL LOCATIONS

50% off kid’s meals.

SASSY’S

RED HOUSE

FAYETTEVILLE

Free kids meal with purchase of one adult meal.

SMASHBURGER - BENTONVILLE

Grab a free kids meal with the purchase of an adult meal (entrée, side, & drink). Kids 12 & under. Instore only.

THURSDAYS

AQ CHICKEN | SPRINGDALE

After 4pm, up to two children (10 and under) eat free with purchase of one adult meal. Dine-in only, drink not included.

DAIRY QUEEN | LOWELL

Half price kid meals for kids 12 and under. No adult purchase necessary.

JOSE’S BAR AND GRILL TONTITOWN

Kids eat free 11am to 4pm every Sunday. One free kid’s meal per adult entree purchase.

ZAXBY’S | FAYETTEVILLE

Up to two kids meals for $1.99 from 5pm to 8pm with adult meal purchase.

SATURDAYS

DENNY’S

From 4pm to 10pm, kids eat free. One per paid adult.

with us: 479.267.5900

NEWK’S EATERY | ROGERS, FAYETTEVILLE & SILOAM SPRINGS

Buy one adult entree and 32 oz. beverage, get one kid’s meal free. All day.

SUNDAYS DICKEY’S BBQ

Free kid's meal with adult meal purchase. Dine-in only.

MOE’S SOUTHWEST GRILL ROGERS

One kids meal for children under 12 years old every Sunday with the purchase of an adult entree.

SLIM CHICKENS ALL LOCATIONS

Kids eat for S1.99 with purchase on an adult entree.

THAI BASIL BENTONVILLE

JOSE’S

BAR AND GRILL TONTITOWN

Kids eat free 11am to 4pm every Sunday. One free kid’s meal per adult entree purchase.

MODOKO (ASIAN KITCHEN) ROGERS

Kids eat free with adult entree purchase.

Kids get a half price kid’s meal, one per adult meal purchase. After 5pm. Dine-in only.

MOM GROUPS

Stay connected to other Mom's and get tips and support. We're stronger together!

MOPS stands for Mothers of Preschoolers

Facebook - Central Rogers Mops & MomsNext MOPS is a Christian based organization open to all moms in the community, regardless of religious affiliation or lack thereof.

MOMS Club of Bella Vista/Bentonville momsclubofbvb@yahoo.com

Facebook - nwamomsclub momsclubofbvb.blogspot.com

A group of supportive, charitable and engaging stay-at-home mothers from all walks of life who come together and connect “mom friends!”

Fayetteville Momtourage

facebook.com/groups/faymomtourage

Formerly Fayetteville MOPS/Fayetteville MOPS @ The Grove Church A club creating time for face to face interaction for moms in Fayetteville, Arkansas. Their mission is to nurture moms and build a community of mothers!

Crunchy Mamas of NWA

facebook.com/groups/crunchymamasofnwa

A facebook group of loving mothers and researchers who feel it is a priority to share what they learn and how they can empower each other! This community is dedicated to providing insightful, holistic recommendations to moms in the NWA area!

Northwest Arkansas Mothers of Multiples Club

facebook.com/groups/nwamomc/ nwamultiplesclub@gmail.com

A non-profit organization focused on supporting and educating parents, grands, guardians and expecting parents of multiples in Northwest Arkansas.

NWA Moms RUN this town

facebook.com/groups/momsrunthistownnwa/ Needing some #momaccountability? The Moms RUN this town is a running specific facebook group that discusses running and fitness!

Northwest Arkansas Moms Group

facebook.com/groups/77642861673/

A facebook group dedicated to discussing parenting, sharing stories and tips, supporting small businesses and family friendly events happening in NWA.

Whether it's delivering items to a Little Free Pantry, writing a check to a non-profit, or volunteering for a local organization, our community strengthens from the donations and service of others! Here is a list of some of our favorite nonprofits in Northwest Arkansas that you and your family can get involved with today!

AMAZEUM

1009 Museum Way, Bentonville amazeum.org

APPLE SEEDS INC.

2648 N Old Wire Rd. Gulley Park, Fayetteville appleseedsnwa.org

Apple Seed’s mission is to inspire healthy living through garden-based education. They create programs that educate and excite young students about healthy food AND increase students’ access to those healthy foods. They strongly believe every student has the right to accessible, fresh, healthy food!

ARKANSAS ADVOCATES FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES

614 E Emma Ave, Springdale www.aradvocates.org

The mission of Arkansas Advocates for Children and Families is to ensure that all children and their families have the resources and opportunities to lead healthy and productive lives and to realize their full potential. We serve as a voice for children at the Arkansas State Capitol and in Washington, D.C., gather and analyze data to support public policy that serves all children and families, and organize coalitions of diverse groups to drive change.

AUTISM INVOLVES ME

208 N Walton Blvd Suite 9, Bentonville www.aimnwa.org

What started as a small parent support group in 2001, seeking to provide parents a place to gather and learn more about raising a child with autism, is now a cornerstone in NW Arkansas providing much more than just support. Their mission is to enhance the lives of people with autism by connecting the NW Arkansas community through greater awareness and resources.

BIG BROTHERS BIG SISTERS OF NORTHWEST

ARKANSAS

614 E Emma Ave #200, Springdale bbbsnwa.org

For over 25 years, Big Brothers Big Sisters of Northwest Arkansas has helped children realize their potential and build their futures. We help all youth achieve their full potential by making meaningful, monitored matches between adult volunteers (“Bigs”) and children (“Littles”), ages 6 through 16 in communities within Northwest Arkansas. We develop positive relationships that have a direct and lasting effect on the lives of young people.

CHAMPIONS FOR KIDS

26 W Center St #215, Fayetteville championsforkids.org

Champions for Kids works to mobilize MILLIONS of people to be Champions for Kids! We believe that all people can be Champions for Kids by leveraging their talents and skills for good. We help passionate people amplify their voice, reach and impact in their local communities so that our collective impact is exponential. Will you be a champion for kids?

CHILDREN’S ADVOCACY CENTER

2113 Little Flock Dr, Little Flock cacbentonco.com

Their purpose is to provide a safe place for child abuse victims and their families to receive comprehensive services from dedicated professional interviewers, nurses, counselors and advocates in a child-friendly atmosphere through a coordinated team approach as well as provide education to the community.

COMMUNITY CREATIVE CENTER

505 W Spring St, Fayetteville communitycreativecenter.org

Community Creative Center is a non-profit studio and visual arts organization located in Walton Arts Center’s Nadine Baum Studios offering year-round, affordable arts experiences, including a variety of high-quality clay and pottery, watercolor, acrylics, drawing, mosaic and mixed media arts classes and workshops for children, youth and adults of all ages and skill levels. The CCC mission is to awaken the extraordinary power of art to engage individuals and communities through accessible arts education. Class scholarships are available.

ELIZABETH RICHARDSON CENTER

1760 N Woodland Ave, Fayetteville 913 N College, Huntsville 1300 N Patriot, Siloam Springs 2871 American St, Springdale www.ercinc.org

ERC has been operating as a non-profit organization and enhancing the lives of children and adults with special needs since 1963. These four conveniently located Child Development Centers provide services to children from six weeks to five years of age, diagnosed with a developmental delay or disability, including prematurity, cerebral palsy, autism, Down Syndrome, seizure disorders and others.

FAYETTEVILLE ANIMAL SHELTER

1640 S Armstrong Avenue, Fayetteville www.fayetteville-ar.gov/602/Volunteer

When you actively participate as a volunteer, you are part of a solution and you make a difference in the lives of our shelter animals. Opportunities are available for volunteers at the shelter, in the office, and at special events. We need people to walk dogs, socialize cats, and generally spread awareness about what we do and the great animals at the Shelter in need of caring forever homes. While we do accept volunteers of all ages, if you are under the age of 16 years old, you will need a parent or guardian with you at all times while volunteering. In addition, you must be at least 18 years of age to walk dogs.

GIRLS ON THE RUN NWA

615 N Walton Blvd Suite D, Bentonville www.gotrnwa.org

At Girls on the Run we inspire ALL girls to build confidence and make intentional decisions, while fostering care and compassion for self and others. Trained coaches use physical activity and dynamic discussions to build social, emotional and physical skills in every girl while encouraging healthy habits for life. Girls face social pressures and conflicting messages about how they should act and who they should be. They believe that EVERY GIRL is inherently FULL OF POWER and POTENTIAL. By knowing they are the leaders of their lives, these are the girls who WILL CHANGE THE WORLD.

HABITAT FOR HUMANITY

1421 E 15th St, Fayetteville habitatwashingtoncoar.org

1212 N Walton Blvd, Bentonville habitat.org/us-ar/bentonville/hfh-benton-county

Habitat for Humanity is a nonprofit housing organization working in local communities all around the world. Habitat’s vision is of a world where everyone has a decent place to live. Habitat works toward this vision by building and improving homes in partnership with individuals and families in need of a decent and affordable place to live. Families and individuals in need of decent, affordable housing can apply for homeownership with their local Habitat for Humanity. Visit their website to learn how you can give.

Thank you to our sponsor IN THE FIELD

inthefield.build@gmail.com inthefield.build

Seeking to empower Northwest Arkansas’ misguided youth through academic assistance, court advocating, community service, social therapy, recreational character building and an eco-access program that teaches youth how to garden. They have many ways you can donate and contribute to help achieve their mission of finding a solution to childhood adversity.

LITTLE FREE PANTRIES

www.littlefreepantry.org

Jessica McClard launched the grassroots mini pantry movement in May 2016 in Fayetteville, AR, when she planted the Little Free Pantry Pilot, a wooden box on a post containing food, personal care, and paper items accessible to everyone all the time, no questions asked. She hoped her spin on the Little Free Library® concept would pique local awareness of food insecurity while creating a space for neighbors to help meet neighborhood food needs. To learn more and find locations to donate visit their website!

NORTHWEST ARKANSAS

860 NW Vaughn Rd, Bentonville Nwacs.org | (479) 795-2417

The Northwest Arkansas Children’s Shelter is a private, non-profit organization that provides 24-hour residential, emergency triage care for children throughout Arkansas who are victims of abandonment, abuse or neglect. Our mission is to provide these children in crisis with a safe haven, high-quality care and hope for the future.

NWA FOOD BANK

1378 June Self Dr, Springdale www.nwafoodbank.org

In Northwest Arkansas there are more than 65,000 men, women, senior citizens and children that face hunger every day. The number of hungry people has increased in the past years, but the Northwest Arkansas Food Bank continues to fight for everyone to have access to nutritious food to eat. The NWA Food Bank offers a wide array of volunteer opportunities so anyone can help make a difference and join the fight against hunger.

NWA WOMEN’S SHELTER

Nwaws.org | (479) 246-0353 info@nwaws.org

NWA Women’s Shelter exists to help all those in NWA who are not able to call home a safe place, those who are or have experienced domestic abuse, sexual abuse, or sex trafficking. We strive to make all individuals in NWA feel safe, seen, home, and human.

RONALD MCDONALD HOUSE CHARITIES OF ARKOMA

1333 Arapaho Ave C, Springdale Rmhcofarkoma.org

Providing a “home-away-from-home” in Northwest Arkansas and the River Valley. Ronald McDonald House Charities of Arkoma strives to benefit Western Arkansas and Eastern Oklahoma through four core programs: Ronald McDonald Family Rooms at Mercy Hospital NWA in Rogers and at Mercy Hospital Fort Smith, a Ronald McDonald House at Washington Regional in Fayetteville, and a Ronald McDonald Care Mobile.

SUNSHINE SCHOOL & DEVELOPMENT CENTER

3400 Woods Ln, Rogers nwasunshineschool.org

Sunshine’s mission is to develop and enrich the lives of individuals and families through therapy, education and support. They envision a world where individuals have the resources they need to reach their full potential as active members in their communities. To learn more about their services or how you can make an impact, visit their website.

WONDERS OF WILDLIFE

500 W Sunshine Street, Springfield Wondersofwildlife.org

The Johnny Morris Wonders of Wildlife National Museum and Aquarium is a nonprofit educational conservation-themed attraction in Springfield, Missouri. The 350,000 square foot facility consists of two major sections; the Wildlife Museum presents a series of immersive wildlife galleries of animals displayed in a variety of natural habitats and the 1.5 million gallon Aquarium showcases 35,000 individual fish, amphibians, reptiles, birds and mammals.

7HILLS HOMELESS SHELTER

1832 S School Ave, Fayetteville 7hillscenter.org

7hills

homeless center

Founded in 2001, 7hills began as a day center, providing meals, clothing, food, hygiene items, and other basic needs resources to people experiencing homelessness. Over the years, we expanded to provide more services at our Day Center, in addition to adding a wide variety of re-housing programs in an effort to be a part of a sustainable solution to end homelessness. We believe that everyone deserves a place to call home, and we strive every day to support people on their paths toward stability, wherever they are in their lives. Get involved today! Sign up to volunteer, or give a gift online!

Reach for the Stars.

You want the very best of everything for your child. When you can’t be together, you want the best child care program and early childhood educators you can find.

Every child deserves the best start possible and the opportunity to start kindergarten with a solid foundation from which to continue their education.

Every child has unlimited potential.

Reach for the stars with caring, trained early childhood educators. Visit our website to find Better Beginnings star-rated quality child care.