River Valley Kids' Directory by Hidden Values

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Fri, Apr 01 ............... Alabama * ........................ at Tuscaloosa, Ala. ......... Sat, Apr 02 ............ Alabama * ........................ at Tuscaloosa, Ala. ......... Sun, Apr 03 ............ Alabama * ........................ at Tuscaloosa, Ala. ......... Wed, Apr 06......... Texas State ............... Baum Stadium............ Fri, Apr 08 ............ LSU * ........................... Baum Stadium............ Sat, Apr 09 ......... LSU * ........................... Baum Stadium............ Sun, Apr 10 ......... LSU * ........................... Baum Stadium............ Tue, Apr 12 ............ Missouri State.................. at Springfield, Mo. ......... Fri, Apr 15 ............ Mississippi State * ... Baum Stadium............ Sat, Apr 16 ......... Mississippi State * ... Baum Stadium............ Sun, Apr 17 ......... Mississippi State * ... Baum Stadium............ Tue, Apr 19 ............ Oral Roberts..................... at Tulsa, Okla. .................. Fri, Apr 22 ............... Kentucky *........................ at Lexington, Ky. ............ Sat, Apr 23 ............ Kentucky *........................ at Lexington, Ky. ............ Sun, Apr 24 ............ Kentucky *........................ at Lexington, Ky. ............ Tue, Apr 26 ......... Saint Louis ............... Baum Stadium............ Fri, Apr 29 ............... Georgia *........................... at Athens, Ga................... Sat, Apr 30 ............ Georgia *........................... at Athens, Ga...................

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Bounce a-rounds and more fun activities

Fitness Activities

Basketball Drills with UAFS players

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Free Event April 16th

Make your own fruit kabobs and more fun food

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OUTBACK Birthday Parties

Birthday party times are available both during the week and on Saturdays. For available times, rates and included services, contact the Outback.

Birthday Party Packages

Starting at $115 New parties available. Cheer, gymnastics, commando for boys, dance/glitzy girls.

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Fort Smith Boys & Girls Clubs April 2011 Fri Apr 1 - FSBGC College Scholarship Application deadline Wed Apr 6 - Prep League (13 year olds) tryouts at Goldtrap - 5:30 p.m. Thur Apr 7 - Maytag Dependability day at the FSBGC - Film & Advertising crew visit Sat Apr 9 - Babe Ruth Leage (14-15 year olds) tryouts at Goldtrap - 10:00 a.m. Mon Apr 11 - Ripken League (11-12 year olds) tryouts at all Clubs - 5:30 p.m. Tue Apr 12 - Rookie League (9-10 year olds) tryouts at all Clubs - 5:30 p.m. Thur Apr14 - Pee Wee League (7-8 year olds) tryouts at all Clubs - 5:30 p.m. Fri Apr 15 - T Ball League (6 year olds) tryouts at all Clubs - 5:30 p.m. Thur Apr 21 - United Way Day of Caring - project at Evans & Goldtrap - 9:00 a.m. til Noon Fri Apr 22 - Good Friday - Clubs open 9:00 a.m. til 5:00 p.m. Sat Apr 23 - Easter Egg Hunt at Creekmore Park - concessions by FSBGC volunteers Wed Apr 27 - Senior Babe Ruth Coaches meeting - 5:30 p.m. at Goldtrap

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Day Camp at Ultimutt AgeDatesTimeCostPre RegistrationPre Registration DeadlineWhere to Register-

Completed Kindergarten – 11 years old Every Monday in June (6th, 13th, 20th, and 27th) 9:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m. $20.00 per day $60.00 for all four classes $45.00 for third sibling May 31, 2011 Ultimutt Dog Care

Ultimutts Day Camp introduces kids to the wonders and wows of the dog kingdom while learning compassion and respect for the world around them. There will be a daily lesson to help them make responsible decisions regarding dogs along with fun facts, games, and crafts. Each week there will be a different issue, so if you can’t make all four dates your child(ren) can continue on in the next weeks lesson. The curriculum includes how to greet a dog, how to listen and talk to a dog, training tips, and much more. We will also look and play with the different kinds of breeds that come to Ultimutt.

Call or come by Ultimutt Dog Care (479)242-1186 for more information.

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April 2011 Community Calendar 4/2/2011

5th Annual Run with the Knights 5K Run-Walk - The 5K race course with take you through historic downtown Van Buren. First 300 entrants will receive a free T-shirt.. Packets will be available noon-4 p.m. April 1 at King Elementary School and during race registration. Parking will be available at Blakemore Field at Van Buren High School, 2001 Pointer Trail East. A free Fun Run for ages 8 and under will take place prior to awards. No dogs allowed. $15 by March 15, $20 March 16 and after; $10 students.6:30-8 a.m. registration; 8:30 a.m. race begins. King Elementary School 400 North 19th Street Van Buren, AR. 479-474-2661 vbsd.us/king

4/2/2011

Great Beginnings- A Newborn Parenting Class - Expecting a baby? Learn all the do's and don'ts at a free newborn parenting class led by pediatrician Josh Wilkinson, MD. Get tips on bathing your newborn and caring for their cord, how to feed and burp your child plus newborn safety information including how to install a car seat. The class is free but registration is necessary. 9 - 11 a.m. Mercy Clinic - Primary Care Associates 4107 Massard Road Fort Smith, AR 479-314-4940, Ext. 0

4/2/2011

Miss Rodeo Old Fort Days Queen Clinic - Clinic will help future rodeo queens know what to expect at a pageant. No pre-registration required. $50. Includes handbook. 9 a.m. Kay Rodgers Park 4400 Midland Blvd. Fort Smith, AR 479-806-4914

4/9/2010

Bowling Tournament sponsored by the Relay for Life Team supporting the American Cancer Society. 11:30 am Bowling World 6100 South 36th Street Fort Smith, AR 479-646-5050. Questions please contact Amber Freeman 479-806-2222, Alisa Hays 479-883-3125, or Jennifer Holmes 479-209-3766.

4/9/2011

March of Dimes, March for Babies - March for Babies is a family-centered event that includes a three-mile walk, lunch and activities for the kids. It is a celebration of the organization's mission to give every baby a healthy start. 9 a.m.-Noon. Creekmore Park 3301 South M Street Fort Smith, AR 479-751-5475 www.marchforbabies.org 8 · Please say you saw it in Kid’s Directory

April 2011 Community Calendar 4/9/2011

Third Annual Heritage Festival - Benefits the Community Clearinghouse's Meals for Kids backpack program and features a glimpse into Fort Smith's rich history. Children's events, chuck wagon lunches, Natchez Nation pow wow, farm animal zoo, live music, Western re-enactments and arts and crafts vendors. Free admission. Various Venues with I.C. Catholic Church as Headquarters Downtown Fort Smith, AR 479-782-5074

4/9/2011 - 4/10/2011

Southside High School's Rebel Theatre presents Shakespeare's Hamlet - You don't want to miss this one. Hamlet is truly one of the most thrilling Shakespeare shows. Tickets $5. 7 p.m. Saturday; 2 p.m. Sunday Southside High School Auditorium 4100 Gary Street Fort Smith, AR 479-646-1179

4/11/2011

Ultimutt Dog Care's Easter Photos - Bring your kids and dogs for professional photos with the Easter Bunny. Sitting Fee is $5. Photo Packages range from $12-$30. 1 p.m. Ultimutt Dog Care 5702 South 73rd Place Fort Smith, AR 479.242.1186 www.ultimuttdogcare.com

4/14/2011

UA Fort Smith Spring Jazz Band and Jazz Catz Concert - Go hear the wonderful UA Fort Smith Jazz Catz and Jazz Band. 7:30 p.m. Fort Smith Convention Center 55 South Seventh Street Fort Smith, AR 479-788-7305 www.uafortsmith.edu

4/14/2011 - 5/19/2011

Powder-Puff Golf - Learn basic golf techniques such as the proper stance and grip as well as basic golf terminology and golf etiquette. Clubs and balls provided during the class. Fee: $72 + $20 for First Tee usage. The $20 includes an additional five small buckets of balls and five free rounds of golf during the fall. (Take the $20 to first day of class.) 6-7 p.m. Thursdays. First Tee of Fort Smith 5800 Geren Road Fort Smith, AR 479-788-7220 www.uafortsmith.edu/lifelonglearning

4/15/2011 - 4/16/2011

Van Buren High School Play "Radium Girls" - Radium Girls by D.W. Gregory tells the story of female factory workers in the 1920’s. This warm, humorous script offers a wry, unflinching look at the peculiarly American obsessions with health, wealth and the commercialization of science. Tickets $8. 7 p.m. Van Buren Fine Arts Center 2001 Pointer Trail Van Buren, AR 479-471-4017 www.vanburen.org Please say you saw it in Kid’s Directory · 9

April 2011 Community Calendar 4/15/2011 - 4/17/2011

Trading Hands Kids Sale - There Trading Hands Kids Sale is a semi-annual event featuring items for infants through teens. This sale is designed to help you not only find great bargains, but also help you sell your gently used items at a great price. Times are 9 a.m.-7 p.m. April 15 and 16, and 1-6 p.m. on April 17th. Admission is free with ample free parking. Phoenix Expo Center 4600 Towson Avenue Fort Smith, AR 479-208-6061 www.tradinghands.net

4/16/2011

Easter Egg Hunt-First Presbyterian Church Van Buren - Go join the First Presbyterian Church's first annual cookout and Easter egg hunt. In the event of rain, it will be held in the Church's fellowship hall 108 South Tenth Street (10th and Jefferson). Have fun with family games, hot dogs and hamburgers and all the fixings, then the Easter Egg Hunt with prizes. Bring chairs. Free. 11 a.m. Van Buren's City Park City Park Road Van Buren, AR 479-474-2375

4/16/2011

Princess Day at Chick-fil-A - At Chick-fil-A we believe every lady is a Princess!!! Each princess will receive a tiara. Dress like a Princess and sample the Banana Pudding Milkshake. Have your picture taken atop the Prince’s horse, and take a ride in a real limousine. Visit the Beauty Pavilion to have your nails painted, make a fun craft and get your face painted by the experts from Girls Inc. Free. For more information contact Elaine Slaughter or Sharon Frye. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Chick-fil-A 6810 Rogers Avenue Fort Smith, AR 479-484-5152

4/20/2011

Easter Egg Hunt Story Time, Van Buren Public Library - Take the little ones to a special Easter story time at your local library. The story time will end with an Easter egg hunt, so be sure to take along their Easter baskets, too. Every child will also receive a free book. Under age 5. Snacks will be served. Free. 10 a.m. Van Buren Public Library 1409 Main Street Van Buren, AR 479-474-6045 www.crawfordcountylib.org

4/21/2011

Ultimutt Doggie Olympics - Bring your dog out for a night of fun competitions at the Annual Ultimutt Olympics. Free. 6 p.m. Ultimutt Dog Care 5702 South 73rd Place Fort Smith, AR 479-242-1186 www.ultimuttdogcare.com 10 · Please say you saw it in Kid’s Directory

April 2011 Community Calendar 4/23/2011 Arc for the River Valley-Mayor's Easter Egg Hunt - The Arc for the River Valley, in conjunction with the Mayor's Easter Egg Hunt, will present an Easter Egg Hunt for those with disabilities. There will be prizes, bounce-a-round, pictures with the Easter Bunny, face painting and lunch. Participants can gather at the pavilion to get a special Easter basket or they can bring their own. All ages can attend. Free. 10:30 a.m. Fort Smith Tilles Park Behind Grand Avenue Baptist Church Fort Smith, AR 479-783-5529 www.arcrivervalley.org 4/23/2011 Community Egg Hunts - East Side Baptist Church will sponsor 10-15 neighborhood egg hunts. Times and locations will be posted on their website. Free. Fort Smith, AR 479-452-1481 www.eastsidebc.org 4/23/2011 Easter Egg hunt sponsored by Wesley United Methodist Church. Includes food, games and prizes. Free. 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Wesley United Methodist Church 2200 South Phoenix Avenue Fort Smith, AR 479-646-9702 4/23/2011 Elks Annual Youth Easter Egg Hunt - Hundreds of eggs will be hid guaranteeing every child 1-12 to be a winner and receive an age-appropriate prize. Children will hunt eggs according to their age divisions. After the egg hunt and during the prize give-aways, participating children and their families will be treated in the Lodge to snacks or a hot dog lunch. Take your family to the Elks Annual Youth Easter Egg Hunt to the Lodge where "Elks Care and Elks Share." Free. Noon Fort Smith Elks Lodge #341 5504 Massard Road (near intersection of Massard Road and Zero Street) Fort Smith, AR www.elks.org 4/23/2011 Mayor's Easter Egg Hunt - Easter egg hunt for walking preschoolers through age 12 with special hunt for handicapped. Hot dogs, drinks, face painting, picture with Easter Bunny, balloon hats and bounce around. Free. 10:30 a.m. Registration; 11 a.m. Egg Hunt Begins Tilles Park Grand Avenue Fort Smith, AR 479-783-5161 www.grandfamily.net Please say you saw it in Kid’s Directory · 11

April 2011 Community Calendar 4/26/2011

UA Fort Smith Spring Chorale Concert - The UA Fort Smith Chorale and Women’s Chorus will present music of Pergolesi, J.S. Bach and Mozart on their Season of Entertainment in the Arkansas Best Performing Arts Center. 7:30 p.m. Fort Smith Convention Center 55 South Seventh Street Fort Smith, AR 479-788-7305 www.uafortsmith.edu

4/28/2011

Fort Smith Chorale Spring Concert - The Fort Smith Chorale's 30th anniversary is celebrated in its spring concert, "A Down-Home Sing-In." Go online for tickets or pay at the door. $15. Student admission free. 7:30 p.m. First United Methodist Church 200 North 15th Street Fort Smith, AR 479-242-7464 www.fortsmithchorale.com

4/30/2011

Alice in Wonderland - Western Arkansas Ballet proudly presents to the community, in memory of Mayor Ray Baker, the Western Arkansas Ballet Company and area children performing Tchaikovsky’s Alice in Wonderland. Tickets will go on sale online on Monday, April 4th and at the studio beginning Monday, April 18th at Western Arkansas Ballet, 4701 Grand Avenue from noon – 6 p.m., Monday – Friday. Seating is reserved. $25 and $20. 7:30 p.m. Arkansas Best Corporation Performing Arts Center 55 South Seventh Street Fort Smith, AR 479-785-0152 www.waballet.org

4/30/2011

Super Hero Day at Chick-fil-A - It’s a Bird! It’s A Plane! No, it’s your favorite Super Hero at Chick-fil-A! Join us for a fun filled day–you will be “amazed” at all of the Super Heros that will be on hand. Kids are welcome to come in costume, and don’t forget your camera to catch all the memorable moments. Sample the banana pudding milkshake, and meet our real local Heros From the Fort Smith Police and Fire Departments. Free. For more information contact Elaine Slaughter or Sharon Frye. 11 a.m.-3 p.m. Chick-fil-A 6810 Rogers Avenue Fort Smith, AR 479-484-5152

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Flame Gymnastics Academy Since 1985

Boys & Girls Ages 2-18

479-646-1616 5912 South 28th Fort Smith, AR 72908

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Immaculate Conception SPRING FESTIVAL MAY 6th & 7th 5:00 PM - 11:00 PM Both Nights

IC Church Parking Lot 13th & Garrison www.icschoolsfs.org

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2011 Immaculate Conception Spring Festival Enjoy a variety of food guaranteed to satisfy any appetite: German, Italian, Mexican, and American; funnel cakes, fried Oreos, and ice cream (just to name a few) while enjoying live entertainment, playing games for all ages, or bidding on items in our Silent Auction. A drawing for $10,000 and other prizes will close the weekend of entertainment on Saturday evening. Raffle tickets may be purchased at the school office or during Festival hours. For more information, contact the school at 479-783-6798 or visit our website at www.icschoolfs.org. Please say you saw it in Kid’s Directory · 13

Recipe for Kids April 2011 Chick & Egg Nest Easter Treats 5 tablespoons margarine 6 ½ cups mini marshmallows (about 1 ½ 10.5 oz bags) 9 cups Cocoa Krispies cereal 2 packages of Peeps Chicks Your choice of unwrapped candies (jellybeans, Hershey eggs, Cadbury Eggs)

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Janet Huckabee Arkansas River Valley Nature Center 8300 Wells Lake Road Fort Smith, Arkansas 72916 (479) 452-3993 www.rivervalleynaturecenter.com Regularly Scheduled Programs Daily 2 p.m. "Critter Crunch" Animal Feeding Friday: Snake feeding Saturday: Fish feeding in the large aquarium For the rest of the week, stop by and see which surprise critter will be having lunch. Weekly Friday 3:45 p.m. Nature Break - Join the nature center staff for a 30-minute nature break activity designed for 3-7 year olds. Saturday 10 a.m. Guided Hike - A member of the education staff will lead a hike along one of our many trails. Dress for the weather and don’t forget your camera. Saturday Noon-2 p.m. Canoe/Kayak Program - Staff members will assist boaters on Wells Lake. A parent or guardian must accompany children. Participants must wear life jackets, which will be provided. This activity is weather-permitting. Saturday 3 p.m. Laser Shot - Think you’re a deadeye? Sharpen your hunting skills using a computer program like a video game, complete with laser gun. This activity is dependent on the availability of our Multipurpose Room. Sunday 2:30 p.m. Archery - Everyone is encouraged to take part in this beginner’s guide to archery. We provide the bows, arrows and safety instruction. Monthly Second Friday Sunset Family Fun Night - Family-friendly programs taking place out and about in nature at sunset. We recommend bringing adequate clothing, snacks, a flashlight and maybe a blanket or lawn chair to sit on, depending on the activity. Other Special Events Friday, April 8, 7:30 p.m. Star Party – The north side of Wells Lake on the nature center grounds will be transformed into an outdoor observatory. The Arkansas Oklahoma Astronomical Society will host an evening devoted to the night sky! The focus will be on the waxing crescent Moon, the planet Saturn, galaxies and the Winter Triangle. Saturday, April 16 Earth Fest– Take part in a family friendly day of activities devoted to Earth Day, designed to inspire appreciation and awareness of Earth’s natural environment. Tuesday, April 19 and Thursday, April 21 Boater Education Class – The Arkansas Boating Education Course teaches fundamentals of safe and responsible boating. Take the class and pass the test. Boat smart, boat safe. 6 p.m.-9 p.m. each night. Both evenings required.

Hours of Operation Tuesday-Saturday 8:30 Hoursa.m.-4:30 of Operation p.m. / Sunday 1-5 p.m. Tuesday-Saturday 8:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m. / Sunday 1-5 p.m. ClosedClosedMondays major holidays. Mondays andand major holidays. Admission is free Admission is free Please say you saw it in Kid’s Directory · 15

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