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A NOTE from the Publisher Welcome to the November 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! Brenson Rowlan Parents: Alex Rowlan and Brielle Long photo by Melissa Donner
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Fun Events November 5, 12, 19 and 26
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.
November 12
Join Girl Scouts Diamonds for “Be.” Girls will watch the premiere of the movie “Cents” and then participate in discussions and activities relating the events of the movie to their own life. The movie and event both have an anti-bullying and self-confidence theme. “Be.” is for Girl Scouts only; however, any girl is welcome to come to the event as long as she signs up to be a Girl Scout when registering for the event. “Be.” will take place at Southwest Church of Christ from 2-4:30 p.m. and the cost is $7. The deadline to register is Nov. 5. Info: girlscoutsdiamonds. org/event/be/?instance_id=1459
November 1- November 30
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.
November 1, 15 and 29
November 15, 17 and 19
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.
Take advantage of an affordable, studio quality portrait with Holiday Pet Photos at Joey Glaub Portrait Art on Nov. 15 and 17 from 5-9 p.m. and Nov. 19 from 9-12 and 1-5 p.m. The cost per pose is $20 for a 5-by-7 print or $25 for an 8-by-10 print. Proceeds will benefit the Northeast Arkansas Humane Society. Both holiday and non-holiday settings are available and pets are not required to participate. Appointments are now being taken and can be made by calling Joey Glaub Portrait Art. While appointments are not required, walk-ins may be required to wait. Info: Joey Glaub Portrait Art, 9309309.
November 5
Join Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASA) for Run Crazy 4 CASA! This 5K/10K run and walk is a fundraiser to support and train CASA volunteers who work with kids that have been taken into foster care and help represent them in court. It will begin at 8 a.m. at the pavilion behind Centennial Bank Stadium. Kids are encouraged to participate and wear their Halloween costumes! Info: raceroster. com/9766 or Chris Hicks, 926-6285.
November 18
The Foundation of Arts will present “The Nutcracker” at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro on Nov. 18, 19, 21 and 22 at 7:30 p.m. and Nov. 20 at 2 p.m. Tickets may be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. Info: The Foundation of Arts, 935-2726, or foajonesboro.org.
The Foundation of Arts will host its annual Breakfast with Ballerinas from 9:30-11:30 a.m. at First Presbyterian Church. Guests will enjoy breakfast with the cast of the Nutcracker Ballet, as well as participate in crafts, a dance lesson, boutique shopping, and pictures. Info: The Foundation of Arts, 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org.
November 29
Forrest L. Wood Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center hosts “Tales and Trails Nature Stories and Crafts,” 10:30
a.m. monthly on the first Saturday. Info: crowleysridge.org.
Open Arms Support Group for families with Autism meets the last Tuesday of each month at Jumping Jellybeans. 906 East Matthews in Jonesboro, 6 -7 p.m. Info: AANEA Office 336-2786.
November 5, 12, 19 and 26
December 3
Join the ASU Alumni Association for Pancakes & PJs from 8-10 a.m. at the Cooper Alumni Center, featuring photos with Santa and Mrs. Claus, a full breakfast buffet, children’s Christmas crafts, and a meet & greet with Howl and Scarlet. Kids are encouraged to wear Christmas PJs! Info: AStateAlumni.org/PancakesAndPJs
Join Barnes & Noble for Storytime Adventures in the kids’ department each Saturday to read both new and classic stories plus sing fun-filled songs, 11:30 a.m. Info: 336-2543.
If you would like your event included in our monthly calendar, email the details to emily@jonesborooccasions.com www.KidsDirectory.com/NEA
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Dine on a Dime
Your Guide to Where Kids Eat F REE!
Let’s Go Out to Eat!
Monday Bliss Cupcakes Kids 10 and under get a free mini cupcake or frosting shot with the purchase of a regular cupcake. (10 a.m.-9 p.m.)
Thursday Front Page Café 1 free kid’s meal with purchase of adult meal after 4 p.m.
TaMolly’s Kids eat for $1.99 from the kids’ menu (nights only).
Friday Schlotzsky’s Deli Free kid’s meal with purchase of an adult meal from 4 p.m. until close.
Tuesday Pizza Hut Free kid’s buffet with adult buffet purchase.
Saturday Dixie Café Kids eat for $1.99 plus get a free sundae with adult meal purchase from 11 a.m.-4 p.m.
Fazoli’s Kids 12 and under eat for $.99 with adult meal from 5-8 p.m.
Sunday Slim Chickens 1 free kid’s meal per adult entrée purchase.
Pizza Inn Free kids’ buffet with adult buffet purchase (nights only).
BA Burrito Free kids meal with purchase of adult entree
Wednesday IHOP Kids eat free with purchase of adult entrée from 4-10 p.m.
To have YOUR restaurant featured in this listing, email emily@jonesborooccasions.com
Zaxby’s Two kids eat free with each adult purchase from 4-9 p.m. 10
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2016 Holiday Gift Guide
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Northeast Arkansas Kids’ Directory 2016 Holiday Gift & Event Guide
iced cookie pops $2.25 a piece or $24.99 a dozen available at Cookies N More
see ad on page 13
iced cookie cake $18.99-$30.99 available at Cookies N More see ad on page13
Marlow and Fitz Personalitee $22 available at Fat CIty Apparel
see ad on page 14
Melissa & Doug plush dragon $49.99 available at The Golden Grotto see ad on page 14
mobile speaker $13 available at Interstate All Battery Center
see ad on page 14
power banks starting at $5, (one shown $7.99) and mini flashlights $3 each available at Interstate All Battery Center see ad on page 13 12
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