NEA Kids' Directory

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A NOTE from the Publisher Welcome to the June 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! photo by Melissa Donner

Jacob Lawrence Jones Mother: Erin Lawrence

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CALENDAR of Events

All Month Long

June 2 – 30

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/summercamp-academy/

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.

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 June 1-7 to the Dean B. Ellis Library, through Friends of the Library’s Scholastic August. Info: astate.edu/museum or Book Fair will be held at the Jonesboro 972-2074.

Public Library, 9 a.m.-6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday, 2-5 p.m. Info: June 2 and 16 libraryinjonesboro.org.

Science and engineering go hand-inhand during Tink Tank, held every June 1-12 other Tuesday at the ASU Museum, NEA Baptist’s Center for Healthy located adjacent to the Dean B. Ellis Children will be holding My Summer Library. Info: astate.edu/museum or Success, a free two-week fitness camp 972-2074. for children ages 8-12, NEA Baptist Clinic Wellness Center, 8-11:30 a.m.

Info: Erica Huffstetler, 336-1760, or neabaptistfoundation.org. www.KidsDirectory.com/NEA

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June 11, 18 and 25

June 2, 9, 16, 23 and 30

The Jonesboro Public Library will host its Summer Concert Series on the library lawn each Tuesday evening in June at 6:30 p.m. with free treats from Andy’s Frozen Custard and Newk’s Eatery and Terrific Tuesday Nights will be held in the Children’s Library. Info: libraryinjonesboro.org.

Tweens, grades 4th-6th, will have various activities each Thursday at 3 p.m. at the Jonesboro Public Library.

Info: libraryinjonesboro.org.

June 12, 19 and 26

June 9, 11, 16, 18, 23 and 25

Families with children are invited to Mighty Movies at the Jonesboro Public Library at 1 p.m. Info: libraryinjonesboro.org.

June 3 – 30

TinkerFest, part of the nationwide “Maker Movement” is an engaging event where visitors learn how everyday things work, the ASU Museum, located adjacent to the Dean B. Ellis Library, 10 a.m. - Noon. Info: astate.edu/museum or 972-2074.

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.

June 13

Join Barnes & Noble for Storytime Adventures in the kids’ department each Wednesday to read both new and classic stories plus sing fun-filled songs.

Info: 336-2543.

June 18

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.

June 6 – 30

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.

June 20

Barnes & Noble kids’ department will celebrate with a special Father’s Day Storytime, 11 a.m. Info: 336-2543.

June 6

St. Bernards will host Stories in the Forest in the St. Bernards Fun Forest inside The Mall at Turtle Creek at 3 p.m.

Info: 207-7300.

“Oh, the Places You’ll Go” storytime will be held at Barnes & Noble kids’ department as they celebrate the 25th anniversary of the Dr. Seuss classic, 11 a.m. Info: 336-2543.

June 21

Father’s Day

June 29 – July 9

Give your kids a jump start into first grade with Handwriting HoopLah, a handwriting camp using the “Handwriting Without Tears” method, CME, Inc., 151 Southwest Drive, preregistration required. Info: 932-2099.

June 10, 17 and 24

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.

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FACT:

Vaccines save lives.

Learn more at archildrens.org/vaccines www.KidsDirectory.com/NEA

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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).

Wednesday

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.

Friday

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

Saturday

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

Sunday

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

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2015 Party Guide L

et the party begin! Whether you are looking for the perfect venue in Northeast Arkansas to host a children’s birthday party or searching for a fun way to celebrate your team’s winning season, this issue of NEA Kids’ Directory has the resources you need.

Our 2015 Party Guide is designed to help parents plan for upcoming parties and celebrations. It also provides contact information for parents who have questions about venues, rates, booking and more. Simply contact any of the businesses listed in our 2015 Party Guide to find out more. Remember to schedule your child’s party or group celebration as far in advance as possible!

The Northeast Arkansas Kids’ Directory 2015 Party Guide will also be available online at neakidsdirectory.com. As always, please mention that you saw these businesses and organizations in NEA Kids’ Directory!

Crown Limousine The journey is often just as important as the destination! Plan your child’s next birthday or team celebration with Crown Limousine and arrive in style!

Owner Shaun Brown offers the best experience available for limousine and chauffeured transportation in Northeast Arkansas. With a quality fleet of stretch and Hummer limousines, Crown Limo will provide first-class transportation to all of your events or special occasions. Celebrate in style!

Call 215-0077 to schedule your limo ride today!

Please see ad on page 20.

Hydro Adventures Surf’s up and Hydro Adventures has added exciting new attractions to give you even more fun under the sun this summer! Located in nearby Poplar Bluff, Mo., Hydro Adventures is dedicated to providing guests with exceptional fun and family entertainment in a safe, clean and friendly environment.

Featuring exhilarating water slides, a monstrous wave pool, Splish Splash Bay and Easy River, there’s something for all ages at Hydro Adventures. Other attractions include five new land rides, batting cages, go-carts, a mini-golf

course, and triple threat basketball. To book your party, call (573) 727-9322 or visit hydroadventures.com for more information.

Please see ad on page 17.

Jonesboro Gymnastics Academy Looking for a party venue with lots of activities for a high-energy group?

Jonesboro Gymnastics Academy offers private parties that pack a punch!

Parties at JGA are coach directed and include a fun balance of free play and coach led games with more than 22,000 square feet to enjoy. Expect to do some amazing flips off of an elevated trampoline into our awesome new foam pit! Take dodge ball to a new level in our fully-enclosed 3,600foot addition featuring artificial turf.

Younger children will enjoy playing on our cool selection of inflatables.

Located at 4502 Access Road (behind Comfort Suites Hotel), Jonesboro Gymnastics Academy’s expansive indoor facility is a great venue for birthday parties or team celebrations!

Call 203-9888 to book your party or visit jonesboroacademy.com for more information.

Please see the ad on page 18.

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2015 Party Guide Kindermusik of Jonesboro Birthday parties are always a big hit at Kindermusik of Jonesboro. Director and licensed educator Dana McKinney and her staff can help you plan a funfilled event based on age-appropriate curriculum. Students will sing, play and move with the music as they embark on an amazing Kindermusik adventure. The Kindermusik of Jonesboro studio is located at 1411 Larkwood. Call 761-6570 or visit kindermusikofjonesboro.kindermusik. net for more information.

Please see ad on page 21.

Mobile Video Game Station With the ability to accommodate 28 players at once, Mobile Video Game Station offers a luxury, limostyle theater on wheels that can be delivered right to your doorstep.

With stadium seating, laser lights and room for a crowd, this 32-foot, climate-controlled mobile video game station on wheels is sure to impress! The station boasts five interior and two exterior 51-inch HDTVs, an amazing laser light show, the best game consoles and hottest video games (age-appropriate selections). Whether you’re hosting a birthday party, fundraiser or corporate event, everyone will have a blast. Game coach provided. Call 932-0037 to book your party, or visit mobilevideogamestation.com for more information.

Please see ad on page 20.

Party Zone The Party Zone by R & R Amusements is one of Jonesboro’s newest party venues.

Located at 3216 Neil Circle, Party Zone offers fun, active, adrenaline-pumping adventure for children and an easy,

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A full-time party and play center, Party Zone features massive inflatable slides, obstacle courses, bounce houses, interactive games, toddler activities and more! Call 931-0651 to book your child’s next party or visit partyzonejonesboro. com for more information.

Please see ad on page 20.

ROMP! An indoor play space and imaginarium, ROMP! is the perfect party venue for children ages birth-12 years old. By combining an indoor play space with elements found in many children’s museums, children enter a space that encourages active play, imagination and understanding of the world around them. ROMP! offers open play every day, birthday parties, coffee and snack bar, story time and group play, drop-off program and a membership program. Visit ROMP! at 3501 Parker Road in Jonesboro.

For more information about party packages, call 680-3111 or visit rompjonesboro.com.

Please see the ad on page 18.

Sumo Japanese Steakhouse Kids of all ages love birthday parties at Sumo Japanese Steakhouse! Located at 2801 Red Wolf Blvd. in Jonesboro, Sumo is an authentic Japanese sushi restaurant featuring a huge variety of appetizers, sushi and amazing entrees. Children love watching our professional hibachi chefs prepare their meal and entertain guests at one of our many grills. Private dining rooms, karaoke rooms, photos and Disney princess characters are also available upon request. Call 972-8355 to book a party, or visit experiencesumo. com for more information.

Please see ad on page 19.

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