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A NOTE from the Publisher Welcome to the July issue of NEA Kids’ Directory, the newest addition to the Occasions Publishing Group family of publications.

NEA Kids’ Directory has many features that make it a valuable resource for parents, teachers, grandparents, and childcare professionals – anyone who is involved with children. It is compact in size, making it a handy resource to keep in your purse or car. In addition, it offers valuable coupons for use at kid-friendly businesses and includes a calendar of events so you know what’s going on across Northeast Arkansas each month. You’ll even find a convenient dining guide inside that lists restaurants offering free or discounted kids meals!

Our goal each month is to help inform our readers of the many opportunities, events, products and services available for families in Northeast Arkansas.

Please remember to support the businesses that advertise in this publication each month and tell them that you saw their ad in NEA Kids’ Directory. If you are interested in advertising in NEA Kids’ Directory, please call us at 931-0012.

Audrey Poff, Publisher & Editor

Meet Our Cover Kid! Wally Long

Parents: Nathan & Amy Long photos by Amy Long

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CALENDAR of Events

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July 1– July 31 Join Barnes & Noble for Storytime Adventures in the kids’ department each Wednesday to read both new and classic stories plus sing fun-filled songs, 10:30 a.m. Info: 336-2543.

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Forrest L. Wood Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center invites you to Feeding Frenzy every Tuesday through Sunday at 3:30 p.m. Learn more about the center’s residents and their feeding habits. Info: crowleysridge.org.

The Month of July ASU Summer Camp Academy will be held throughout the summer with fun, educational programs for ages 3-18 in a variety of activities including art, literature, drama, creative play and STEM. For a complete list of camps, visit astate.edu/ college/education/departments/school-of-teachereducation-and-leadership/summer-camp-academy/

Nano-Technology: What’s the Big Deal? is a hands-on exhibition, created by NISE (Nanoscale Informal Science Education) Network, and will be held at the ASU Museum, located adjacent to the Dean B. Ellis Library, through August.

Info: astate.edu/museum or 972-2074.

July 1, 8, 15 and 22 Jonesboro Public Library will host its annual offsite events at 10 a.m. at Parker Park Community Center and at 2 p.m. at The Mall at Turtle Creek each Wednesday. Info: libraryinjonesboro.org.

The Children’s Library at Jonesboro Public Library will host Superhero Academy for children K-3rd grade at 1 p.m. on Tuesday and 1 p.m. and 5:30 p.m. on Thursdays with games, experiments, crafts and more. Info: libraryinjonesboro.org. www.KidsDirectory.com/NEA

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July 13-17 The Foundation of Arts will hold summer camps in Tap, Jazz, Advanced Contemporary, Choreography, Flower Power, Jr. Group Voice, Tappin’ Toes, and more. For a complete list, go to foajonesboro.org.

July 4 – July 25 Forrest L. Wood Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center introduces one of its resident creatures every Saturday at 10 a.m. during Creature Feature.

Info: crowleysridge.org.

July 6-10 The Foundation of Arts will hold summer camps in Marbled Paper and Bookmaking, Papermaking, Moovin’ & Groovin’, Beginning Young Adult Jazz, Cinderella Ballet, Musical Theatre/Acting and Singing, Performance Camp Ballet and Jazz, and more. For a complete list, go to foajonesboro.org.

July 16 Alive After Five, street market, children’s activities, live music, free movie showing sponsored

by Quick Flix USA, hosted by Downtown Jonesboro Association, Huntington Avenue, 5-8 p.m.

Info: downtownjonesboro.com/aliveafterfive.

July 20-24 The Foundation of Arts will hold summer camps in American Girl and Baby Doll Ballet, Beginners and Intermediate Ballet, Special Paint Mediums, Cosmic Art and more. For a complete list, go to foajonesboro.org.

July 7 and 21 Science and engineering go hand-in-hand during Tink Tank, held every other Tuesday at the ASU Museum, located adjacent to the Dean B. Ellis Library, 3:30-6:30 p.m. Info: astate.edu/museum or 972-2074.

July 7 Open Arms Support Group, for families with Autism, meets the first Tuesday of each month at 6:30 at Grandslam Entertainment, 50 CR 792, Brookland, 6:30-7:30 p.m. Info: Jennifer Covert, 336-2786.

July 27-31 The Foundation of Arts will hold summer camps in Pointe, Beginning Young Adult Tap, Intermediate Modern, Flower Power, Cosmic Art, Jurassic Art, Art Safari and more. For a complete list, go to foajonesboro.org.

July 9, 16, 23 and 30 Tweens, grades 4th-6th, will have various activities each Thursday at 3 p.m. at the Jonesboro Public Library. Info: libraryinjonesboro.org.

July 28 The Jonesboro Public Library will hold its Summer Finale with Brian and Terry Kinder at 10 a.m, 2 p.m. and 6 p.m. at the Jonesboro Public Library. Info: libraryinjonesboro.org.

July 10, 17, 24 and 29 Families with children are invited to Mighty Movies at the Jonesboro Public Library at 1 p.m. and July 29 at 2 p.m. Info: libraryinjonesboro.org.

July 29-31 A-State Summer Children’s Theatre presents “Miss Electricity,” the story of Violet who becomes accidentally extraordinary, tickets $5 in advance, $7 at the door, ASU Fowler Center’s Drama Theatre, July 29-30 at 10 a.m. and 2 p.m.; July 31 at 10 a.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets: 972-ASU1.

July 11 “Minions” will be the feature at Sensory Saturday hosted by The Center for Exceptional Families where the lights are up and children are allowed to move about as needed, tickets are $5.50 per person, Jonesboro Hollywood Malco, 9:30 a.m.

Info: 336-2786 or thecenterforexceptionalfamilies.org.

If you would like your event included in our monthly calendar, email the details to shaila@jonesborooccasions.com

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4th of July

Scavenger Hunt blue fireworks

flag

sunscreen

pinwheel

patriotic

decorations

popsicle

barbecue grill

picnic table

red flowers

sparkler

watermelon

lightning bug

ladybug

ice cream

hot dog

sunshine

lawn chair

stars

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Dine on a Dime Your Guide to Where Kids Eat FREE!

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Ryan’s Kids eat for $.99 with purchase of adult meal from 5-8 p.m.

TaMolly’s Kids eat for $1.99 from the kids’ menu (nights only).

Pizza Hut Free kid’s buffet with adult buffet purchase.

Fazoli’s Kids 12 and under eat for $.99 with adult meal from 5-8 p.m.

Pizza Inn Free kid’s buffet with adult buffet purchase (nights only).

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IHOP Kids eat free with purchase of adult entrée from 4-10 p.m.

To have YOUR restaurant featured in this listing, email shaila@jonesborooccasions.com

Front Page Café 1 free kids meal with purchase of adult meal after 4 p.m.

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Schlotzsky’s Deli Free Kids’ Meal with purchase of an adult meal from 4 p.m. until close.

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Dixie Café Kids eat for $1.99 plus get a free sundae with adult meal purchase from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.

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Slim Chickens 1 free kid’s meal per adult entrée purchase.

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2015 Guide to

Pediatric Dental Care & Orthodontics

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Dental Guide

hether your child is sporting a grin studded with just a few freshly-sprouted teeth or already has a mouthful of pearly whites, getting regular dental care with a dentist you and your child are comfortable with can help ensure that he maintains a healthy smile as he grows. As with your child’s pediatrician, you’ll want to choose a competent, patient professional who is adept at working with children to care for your little one.

Our 2015 Guide to Pediatric Dental Care & Orthodontics is designed to help parents in Northeast Arkansas choose the best dentist or orthodontist to meet the needs of their child.

The summer months are a great time The Northeast Arkansas Kids’ Directory 2015 Guide to Pediatric Dental Care & Orthodontics will also be available online at neakidsdirectory.com. As always, please mention that you saw these professionals in NEA Kids’ Directory!

AR DENTISTRY AND BRACES Phone: 1-800-200-7700 Website: arsmiles.com Please see ad on page 16.

Children’s Dentistry 1150 E. Matthews, Suite 102, Jonesboro Phone: 931.KIDS (931.5437) Website: childrensdentistryjonesboro.com Please see ad on back cover.

Fergus Orthodontics 2812 Harrisburg Road, Jonesboro Phone: 336.3366 Website: FergusOrtho.com Please see ad on page 23.

Jonesboro Pediatric Dental Group 620 Southwest Drive, Jonesboro Phone: 336.9700 Website: jonesboropediatricdentalgroup.com Please see ad on page 17.

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Dental Guide Pediatric Dentistry of Jonesboro 809 Windover Road, Jonesboro Phone: 931.3337 Website: pediatricdentistryofjonesboro.com Please see ad on page 17.

Weaver Orthodontics

2605 Browns Lane, Jonesboro Phone: 972.5445 2711 W. Kings Highway, Suite 10, Paragould Phone: 240.0904 Website: dreamweaversmiles.com Please see ad on page 18.

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