Northeast Arkansas Kids Directory

FREE! May 2021

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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!

SYDNIE Mom: Mychol Anderson

photo by Melissa Donner Photography

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Library Resource Guide

Libraries Make Learning FUN! Whether online or in person, public libraries are a great resource for parents with young children. Many public libraries in Northeast Arkansas expanded online activities during the COVID-19 pandemic and are striving to make more services available. To find out more about local offerings from area libraries, contact one of the libraries listed in our resource guide or follow them on social media.

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Library Resource Guide

CRAIGHEAD COUNTY Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library Phone: (870) 935-5133 Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

POINSETT COUNTY Poinsett County Library Phone: (870) 578-4465 Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

Caraway Public Library - Caraway Phone: (870) 482-3394 Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

Goldsby Library - Lepanto Phone: (870) 475-6144 Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

Kohn Memorial Library - Monette Phone: (870) 486-2515 Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

Marked Tree Public Library - Marked Tree Phone: (870) 358-3190 Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

McAdams Public Library - Lake City Phone: (870) 237-4407 Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

West Poinsett Memorial Library - Weiner Phone: (870) 684-2235 Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

LAWRENCE COUNTY Lawrence County Library - Walnut Ridge Phone: (870) 886-3222 Website: lawrencecountylibrary.com

MISSISSIPPI COUNTY Blytheville Public Library Phone: (870) 762-2431 Website: mclibrary.net

Bobbie Jean Memorial Library - Imboden Phone: (870) 869-2093 Website: imbodenlibrary.wordpress.com

Manila Public Library Phone: (870) 561-3525 Website: mclibrary.net

Driftwood Public Library - Lynn Phone: (870) 528-3506

Osceola Public Library Phone: (870) 563-2721 Website: mclibrary.net

GREENE COUNTY Greene County Public Library - Paragould Phone: (870) 236-8711 Website: mylibrarynow.org/greene

Wilson Public Library Phone: (870) 655-8414 Website: mclibrary.net Keiser Public Library Phone: (870) 526-2073 Website: mclibrary.net Leachville Public Library Phone: (870) 539-6485 Website: mclibrary.net

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Dine on a Dime

Your Guide to Where Kids Eat FREE!

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).

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

To have YOUR restaurant featured in this listing, email

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Calendar

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Calendar MAY 1-31

Registration continues for summer classes at The Foundation of Arts, as well as for The FOA’s new summer program, Creative Kids Academy, a full day of arts and fun for children ages 4-10 available in June and July. Info: Visit foajonesboro.org or call 935-2726.

The Arkansas State University Museum, located adjacent to the Dean B. Ellis Library, is currently open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m.to 3 p.m.

During these hours, there are several COVID-19 complimentary TinkerFaire activities for children to enjoy located throughout the museum. Info: astate.edu/museum or 972-2074.

The Forrest L. Wood Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center, 600 E. Lawson Rd., has reopened with limited public access. The building is open to the public Wednesday-Saturday each week. The public will be required to follow social distancing protocols, such as wearing masks while indoors. Info: 933-6787 or visit crowleysridge.org.

MAY 1

Oasis Arts & Eats Fest will be held in Downtown Jonesboro from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event will feature local artists, musicians, home bakers and restaurants. Info: Visit foajonesboro.org or call 935-2726.

MAY 4,11,18, 25

The Lawrence County Library will host Mommy and Me Virtual Storytimes every Tuesday beginning at 10 a.m. for preschool-aged children and includes one story and a fun arts and crafts activity. For updates on other upcoming virtual events, find Lawrence County Library on Facebook or call (870) 886-3222.

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, MAY 7-8

Join the cast for an adventure with Princess Ariel under the sea as The Foundation of Arts presents “The Little Mermaid” at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro. Both shows begin at 6 p.m. Info: Visit foajonesboro. org or call 935-2726.

Auditions for The Foundation of Arts’ “Les Misérables” School Edition will be held for ages 13-18 on Friday at 5:30 p.m. and Saturday at 11 a.m.

Performances are scheduled for June 19-20 and June 24-26. Info: Visit foajonesboro.org or call 935-2726.

FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY, MAY 14-16

Join the cast for an adventure with Princess Ariel under the sea as The Foundation of Arts presents “The Little Mermaid” at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro. All shows begin at 6 p.m. except for the 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday. Info: Visit foajonesboro.org or call 935-2726.

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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!

SYDNIE Mom: Mychol Anderson

photo by Melissa Donner Photography

www.KidsDirectory.com/NEA

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Library Resource Guide

Libraries Make Learning FUN! Whether online or in person, public libraries are a great resource for parents with young children. Many public libraries in Northeast Arkansas expanded online activities during the COVID-19 pandemic and are striving to make more services available. To find out more about local offerings from area libraries, contact one of the libraries listed in our resource guide or follow them on social media.

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Library Resource Guide

CRAIGHEAD COUNTY Craighead County Jonesboro Public Library Phone: (870) 935-5133 Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

POINSETT COUNTY Poinsett County Library Phone: (870) 578-4465 Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

Caraway Public Library - Caraway Phone: (870) 482-3394 Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

Goldsby Library - Lepanto Phone: (870) 475-6144 Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

Kohn Memorial Library - Monette Phone: (870) 486-2515 Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

Marked Tree Public Library - Marked Tree Phone: (870) 358-3190 Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

McAdams Public Library - Lake City Phone: (870) 237-4407 Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

West Poinsett Memorial Library - Weiner Phone: (870) 684-2235 Website: libraryinjonesboro.org

LAWRENCE COUNTY Lawrence County Library - Walnut Ridge Phone: (870) 886-3222 Website: lawrencecountylibrary.com

MISSISSIPPI COUNTY Blytheville Public Library Phone: (870) 762-2431 Website: mclibrary.net

Bobbie Jean Memorial Library - Imboden Phone: (870) 869-2093 Website: imbodenlibrary.wordpress.com

Manila Public Library Phone: (870) 561-3525 Website: mclibrary.net

Driftwood Public Library - Lynn Phone: (870) 528-3506

Osceola Public Library Phone: (870) 563-2721 Website: mclibrary.net

GREENE COUNTY Greene County Public Library - Paragould Phone: (870) 236-8711 Website: mylibrarynow.org/greene

Wilson Public Library Phone: (870) 655-8414 Website: mclibrary.net Keiser Public Library Phone: (870) 526-2073 Website: mclibrary.net Leachville Public Library Phone: (870) 539-6485 Website: mclibrary.net

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Dine on a Dime

Your Guide to Where Kids Eat FREE!

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).

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

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

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

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.

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.

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.

To have YOUR restaurant featured in this listing, email

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Calendar

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Calendar MAY 1-31

Registration continues for summer classes at The Foundation of Arts, as well as for The FOA’s new summer program, Creative Kids Academy, a full day of arts and fun for children ages 4-10 available in June and July. Info: Visit foajonesboro.org or call 935-2726.

The Arkansas State University Museum, located adjacent to the Dean B. Ellis Library, is currently open Tuesday through Saturday from 10 a.m.to 3 p.m.

During these hours, there are several COVID-19 complimentary TinkerFaire activities for children to enjoy located throughout the museum. Info: astate.edu/museum or 972-2074.

The Forrest L. Wood Crowley’s Ridge Nature Center, 600 E. Lawson Rd., has reopened with limited public access. The building is open to the public Wednesday-Saturday each week. The public will be required to follow social distancing protocols, such as wearing masks while indoors. Info: 933-6787 or visit crowleysridge.org.

MAY 1

Oasis Arts & Eats Fest will be held in Downtown Jonesboro from 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. The event will feature local artists, musicians, home bakers and restaurants. Info: Visit foajonesboro.org or call 935-2726.

MAY 4,11,18, 25

The Lawrence County Library will host Mommy and Me Virtual Storytimes every Tuesday beginning at 10 a.m. for preschool-aged children and includes one story and a fun arts and crafts activity. For updates on other upcoming virtual events, find Lawrence County Library on Facebook or call (870) 886-3222.

FRIDAY AND SATURDAY, MAY 7-8

Join the cast for an adventure with Princess Ariel under the sea as The Foundation of Arts presents “The Little Mermaid” at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro. Both shows begin at 6 p.m. Info: Visit foajonesboro. org or call 935-2726.

Auditions for The Foundation of Arts’ “Les Misérables” School Edition will be held for ages 13-18 on Friday at 5:30 p.m. and Saturday at 11 a.m.

Performances are scheduled for June 19-20 and June 24-26. Info: Visit foajonesboro.org or call 935-2726.

FRIDAY THROUGH SUNDAY, MAY 14-16

Join the cast for an adventure with Princess Ariel under the sea as The Foundation of Arts presents “The Little Mermaid” at The Forum Theatre in Downtown Jonesboro. All shows begin at 6 p.m. except for the 2 p.m. matinee on Sunday. Info: Visit foajonesboro.org or call 935-2726.

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