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Free Fun For Families: April 2-8

Free Fun For Families: April 2-8

This Week: Now thru April 7 – See the Easter Bunny @ Park Plaza Mall Mon-Sat 10am-9pm, Sun 12pm-6pm Hop by Park Plaza Mall for a photo session with the Easter Bunny. Visits with the fluffy-tailed friend are free; photo packages start at $21. Thurdsay, April 5 – Youth Poetry Slam @ Central Arkansas Library Main Branch 6:30pm Youth are encouraged to share their original work in this poetry performance competition. The winners will compete in a state-wide slam … Read entire article »

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Free Fun For Families: March 26 – April 1

Free Fun For Families: March 26 – April 1

This Week: Now thru March 31 – Argenta Tulip Festival in North Little Rock The Argenta Arts Foundation has partnered with gardening and lifestyle expert P. Allen Smith to plant 28,000 pink and purple tulips in downtown North Little Rock’s Argenta Arts District. The floral spectacle will be in bloom for the entire month of March. Also, don’t miss the Flower and Garden Market (Saturday 8 a.m.-noon March 31). Now thru April 1 – Spring Break  Activities @ … Read entire article »

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Free Fun For Families: March 11-18

Free Fun For Families: March 11-18

This Week: Now thru April 1 – Spring Break  Activities @ Arkansas State Parks School’s out, State Parks are in! Adventure awaits students and their families searching for a break from the academic grind.  Kayaking, lake tours, night hikes, demonstrations, games, fun and excitement are offered daily beginning Friday, March 9 and ending Sunday, April 1.  Go Here to find events near you. Tuesday, March 13 – A Seuss Celebration @ Laman Library, 6:45pm Come join us as we explore … Read entire article »

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Family-Friendly Fitness Events

Family-Friendly Fitness Events

Spring is near, and that means more time outside!  Now is also a great time to make good on those health-related new year’s resolutions.  And of course, the family that plays together stays together.  Ok, if those cliches aren’t enough to motivate you to get out and exercise with your family, here are some truly good reasons – Family-Friendly Fitness Events happening and around Central Arkansas! Kidsfest Superhero Race – March 31 @Simon Park in Downtown … Read entire article »

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Free Fun For Families: March 5-11

Free Fun For Families: March 5-11

This Week: Tuesday, March 6 -  Kindersongs Concert @ Milam Library Branch (Perryville), 7:00pm Come check out local children’s musicians Brian & Terri Kinder as they sing, dance, and entertain during a 45 minute concert for kids of all ages! Thursday, March 8 - Free Concert featuring Blue Fiddle @ Laman Library, 7:00pm Blue Fiddle is the long, rich history of American music incarnate. Drawing from Irish, bluegrass, folk, roots, jazz, polka and Southern rock, their signature sound takes you … Read entire article »

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Free Fun For Families: February 27-March 4

Free Fun For Families: February 27-March 4

This Week: Tuesday, February 28 – National Pancake Day @ IHOP – 7:00am-10:00pm IHOP gives away free short stacks of their signature buttermilk pancakes all day long today. In exchange, visitors can donate to the Children’s Miracle Network. Last year, IHOP raised more than $2.5 million for that organization and other local charities. Thursday, March 1 – Dr. Seuss Birthday Party @ CALS Main Library Branch – 6:30pm Celebrate the Seuss at this bash with stories, crafts and games. Friday, … Read entire article »

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