Northeast Arkansas Kids Directory

A NOTE from the Publisher

Welcome to the May issue of NEA Kids’ Directory, part of 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!

ADRIENNE

Parents: Brent & Kristin Owens

by Melissa Donner

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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.)

Newk’s 99 cent kids meals every night after 4 p.m. with purchase of an adult meal.

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

TUESDAY

Chicken Salad Chick Free Little Chick meal after 4 p.m. with purchase of an adult meal. Dine in only.

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

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

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

Newk’s 99 cent kids meals every night after 4 p.m. with purchase of an adult meal.

WEDNESDAY

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

Newk’s 99 cent kids meals every night after 4 p.m. with purchase of an adult meal.

THURSDAY

Newk’s 99 cent kids meals every night after 4 p.m. with purchase of an adult meal.

FRIDAY

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

Newk’s 99 cent kids meals every night after 4 p.m. with purchase of an adult meal.

SATURDAY

Newk’s 99 cent kids meals every night after 4 p.m. with purchase of an adult meal.

Qdoba Mexican Eats $1.75 kids’ meals with the purchase of an adult entrée

SUNDAY

BA Free kids meal with purchase of adult entree

Newk’s 99 cent kids meals every night after 4 p.m. with purchase of an adult meal.

Qdoba Mexican Eats $1.75 kids’ meals with the purchase of an adult entrée

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

FOR SOME HANDS ON FUN!

MAY

THROUGHOUT MAY

The Forrest L. Wood Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center, located at 600 E. Lawson Road in Jonesboro is open to the public Tuesday-Saturday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. The center offers visitors the chance to experience a unique piece of North America and its wildlife through multi-sensory movies, exhibits, trails, native gardens, nature programs and activities. Admission is free. Info: (870) 933-6787.

The Arkansas State University Museum, located adjacent to the Dean B. Ellis Library is open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. During these hours, visitors can enjoy the Family Reading Castle based on the museum’s Mother Goose collection characters, the Tinkering Studio, galleries and more. Info: (870) 972-2074 or visit astate.edu/museum.

The Foundation of Arts offers year-round registration for students interested in art, dance, theater and more. For more information, call (870) 935-2726 or visit foajonesboro.org.

Jonesboro Music, located at 2617 E. Nettleton Ave. Suite B, offers music and movement classes for children ages birth to 7 years old. Year-round enrollment is available. Info: (870) 761-6570 or visit kmusikofjonesboro.com.

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library offers a variety of free events and activities. Family Storytime takes place on Tuesdays and Wednesdays at 10 a.m. in the Storytime Area. For times and locations of other upcoming events, call (870) 935-5133 or visit libraryinjonesboro.org.

The Lawrence County Library offers programs for children of all ages. Check the Lawrence County Library News or Facebook page for updates on upcoming events. Info: (870) 886-3222 or visit lawrencecountylibrary.com.

SATURDAY, MAY 4

The Delta Symphony Orchestra will present the May the Fourth Be with You Concert at The Fowler Center at 7:30 p.m. The concert will feature music from the movie “Star Wars” by legendary film composer John Williams. Participants can arrive early to enjoy vendors, preshow trivia, a costume contest and more. Info: (870) 761-8254 or deltasymphonyorchestra.org.

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host May the Fourth Be with You Game Day in the Round Room from noon to 5 p.m. The event will include an afternoon full of space-themed tabletop board games. Info: (870) 935-5133 or visit libraryinjonesboro.org.

TUESDAY, MAY 7

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host Family Literacy Night for Asian American and Pacific Islander Heritage Month in the Round Room at 5:30 p.m. Info: (870) 935-5133 or libraryinjonesboro.org.

THURSDAY, MAY 16

St. Bernards Baby State will take place at St. Bernards Auditorium from 6-8 p.m. This quarterly event features maternity experts who will share advice on caring for a baby. Topics include pain control options, car seat and sleep safety, health and wellness tips, infant care and more. Newborn photography and specialty baby vendors will be in attendance, and participants will be eligible for prizes. Info: 870.207.7300 or st.bernards.info.

FRIDAY,

MAY 17 – SUNDAY, MAY 19

The Foundation of Arts will present Snow White: The Ballet at The Forum Theater in Downtown Jonesboro on Friday at 7:30 p.m., Saturday at 6 p.m. and Sunday at 2 p.m. Tickets may be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. Info: (870) 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org.

SATURDAY, MAY 18

The Northeast Arkansas Cultural Expo will take place at Rotary Centennial Plaza from 10 a.m. until 7 p.m. The multicultural celebration will feature performers, food vendors and arts and crafts vendors that highlight the rich cultural diversity of Northeast Arkansas. Info: (870) 520-0073 or researchsolutionsinc.org.

TUESDAY, MAY 21

St. Bernards Healthcare will host a Childbirth Class in the Community Room of the St. Bernards Medical Tower from 6-8:30 p.m. The free class will provide an extensive overview of what to expect during labor and delivery. Info: 870.207.7300 or st.bernards.info.

THURSDAY, MAY 23 – FRIDAY, MAY 24

The Foundation of Arts will present the Kaleidoscope Spring Show Off at The Forum Theater in Downtown Jonesboro at 7 p.m.

This event is a showcase by students taking classes at the Art Center. Tickets may be purchased online or at The Forum Box Office. Info: (870) 935-2726 or foajonesboro.org.

FRIDAY, MAY 31

The Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library will host a Japanese Block Printing Workshop in the Round Room at 4 p.m. Please call (870) 206-999 to register. Info: (870) 935-5133 or libraryinjonesboro.org.